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<strong>Rajah</strong> <strong>News</strong><br />
www.rajahshrine.org<br />
Vol. 75 <strong>February</strong>-March 2018 No. 2<br />
56th Annual<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine<br />
Circus<br />
An Entertainment<br />
Extravaganza
Illustrious Sir Jared R. Kichline<br />
Jared, 36, grew up in Saylorsburg, PA and is active in numerous<br />
Masonic related bodies in and around Monroe County. He is a graduate<br />
of Stroudsburg High School, the Monroe County Vocational Technical<br />
School, and the Northampton County Community College. After<br />
graduation, Kichline has worked for over 20 years as a manufacturing<br />
engineering technician in New Jersey.<br />
Jared has been married to Kimberly M. (Ande) Kichline since 2015.<br />
He was raised a Master Mason in May, 2006 in Pocono Lodge,<br />
F. & A. M, #780 in Cresco, PA and served as Worshipful Master in 2013<br />
and currently serves as an elected Trustee. Upon joining the Blue Lodge, Jared immediately<br />
became active in several other Masonic related bodies including: Monroe Royal Arch Chapter,<br />
Past High Priest; Albion Mark Lodge; Lehigh Valley Joshua Association, Junior Grand Master of<br />
Ceremonies; Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter<br />
of Pennsylvania; Bethlehem Council #36, Past<br />
Thrice Illustrious Master and Recorder; Samuel<br />
S. Yohe Commandery, Past Commander;<br />
Recipient of the Convent General Knight<br />
of the York Cross of Honor; The Valley of<br />
Allentown Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite,<br />
Northern Jurisdiction, 32nd Degree; Pocono<br />
Forest #124, Tall Cedars of Lebanon; Order<br />
of Quetzalcoatl, Apato Teocalli #63 plus<br />
several other organizations.<br />
Jared became a member of<br />
Shriners International, <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Shriners, Reading, PA in 2006<br />
and was appointed First<br />
Ceremonial Master in 2013,<br />
having advanced through<br />
the line of officers and was<br />
elected Potentate for 2018. As<br />
a member of <strong>Rajah</strong> Shriners,<br />
Jared has been very active in<br />
many of the units and clubs<br />
associated with <strong>Rajah</strong> and has<br />
held several leadership roles.<br />
As a member of the <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Shrine Board of Directors,<br />
Jared also serves on<br />
several committees and<br />
is a representative to the<br />
International Imperial Shrine<br />
convention and the Middle<br />
Atlantic Shrine Association.<br />
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The Potentate’s Message<br />
Es Selamu Aleikum<br />
Nobles,<br />
Greetings<br />
Ladies<br />
Illustrious<br />
and Friends:<br />
Sirs and Nobles all,<br />
The year 2018 is here and what a great time to be a Shriner! Our philanthropy<br />
Shriners Hospitals for Children is on the forefront of an advertising campaign that is<br />
working to making Shriners a household name again, showing our families, friends,<br />
and neighbors the great work that we do and how special our organization truly is.<br />
This year my focus is on supporting our clubs and units, and in that spirit I would<br />
like to challenge each of you to truly enjoy your Shrine. My hope is that you will attend<br />
one club or Units event this year that you have ether never been to, or do not regularly<br />
attend. We have so much to offer our membership through our clubs and units, which<br />
leads to the Fraternal fun and fellowship that our organization was built on. Something that we all should remember is that Shriners<br />
were founded on fun and fellowship 52 years before our first hospital opened its doors.<br />
March 7 through March 11th will be our annual Shrine Circus at the Hamburg Field House, and if you have not been to this in<br />
a few years I encourage you to come and attend. The pride that I feel when I see the stands full of people enjoying themselves is<br />
truly priceless, and the energy in the room is contagious. As we begin the fun and productive year that 2018 is shaping up to be, we<br />
should all be proud to be a Shriner!<br />
Sincerely and Fraternally,<br />
Jared<br />
ALIEKUM ES SELAM Attest: Joe Hagan, Recorder<br />
Contents<br />
Recorder’s Message........................................................4<br />
Mass Installation.............................................................6<br />
2018 Divan......................................................................7<br />
Basket Bingo...................................................................7<br />
MASA Registration.........................................................8<br />
Oriental Band .................................................................9<br />
String Band ....................................................................9<br />
Ceremonial....................................................................10<br />
Shriner of the Year........................................................11<br />
Caravaners ALIEKUM ES ....................................................................11<br />
SELAM<br />
Provost Attest: Guard...............................................................12<br />
2018 Joe Hagan Directory........................................................ 13-16<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Recorder<br />
Shrine Trips........................................................17<br />
Lehigh Shrine Club.......................................................18<br />
In This Issue<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Ladies Group......................................................18<br />
2018 T-Shirt Order Form..............................................19<br />
Legion Of Honor...........................................................20<br />
Annual Meeting............................................................20<br />
Hospital Services..........................................................21<br />
Forks Of The Delaware Tin Lizzies .............................22<br />
Lebanon Shrine Club ...................................................22<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Chanters..............................................................24<br />
Motor Corp...................................................................24<br />
Anglers..........................................................................24<br />
Noble Riders ................................................................25<br />
The Chaplain’s Study....................................................26<br />
Carbon County April Fool’s Day Gala..........................26<br />
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RAJAH SHRINE<br />
RAJAH SHRINE<br />
Shriners International<br />
Published <strong>February</strong>, April, June,<br />
August, October, December<br />
P.O. Box 40, Blandon, PA 19510<br />
Telephone: 610-916-9000<br />
Fax: 610-916-9100<br />
www.rajahshrine.org<br />
EDITOR<br />
Sam Ellis<br />
2409 Treeline Drive<br />
Easton, PA 18040-7925<br />
Phone: 610-390-6188<br />
Email: sellis4947@aol.com<br />
PHOTOGRAPHERS<br />
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
ILLUSTRIOUS SIR<br />
JARED R. KICHLINE<br />
POTENTATE<br />
MICHAEL J. ZERBE<br />
CHIEF RABBAN<br />
MARVIN J. MILLER<br />
ASSISTANT CHIEF RABBAN<br />
WALTER G. NEWRUCK<br />
HIGH PRIEST & PROPHET<br />
KRAIG W. LEIBY<br />
ORIENTAL GUIDE<br />
RONALD F. RAPP, P.P.<br />
TREASURER<br />
JOSEPH J. HAGAN, SR.<br />
RECORDER<br />
JOSEPH J. HAGAN, SR.<br />
BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
INSURANCE COMMITTEE<br />
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Every Thursday Evening at the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Complex<br />
Doors Open at 5:00 - Bingo Starts at 6:30<br />
Open Every To The Thursday Public • Smoke Evening Free at • the Refreshments <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Available Complex for Purchase<br />
Proceeds benefit Doors <strong>Rajah</strong> Open Shrine at and 5:00 are - Bingo not deductible Starts at 6:30 as charitable donations.<br />
• Open To The Public • Smoke Free •<br />
• Refreshments Available for Purchase •<br />
RECORDER’S<br />
Proceeds benefit <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine and<br />
MESSAGE<br />
are not deductible as charitable donations.<br />
Congratulations to our outgoing Potentate, Illustrious Sir<br />
David W. Evans, for an outstanding year at the helm of <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Shrine. Congratulations to our incoming Potentate, Illustrious Sir<br />
Jared R. Kichline. The 2018 officers were installed at the Annual<br />
Meeting on January 10, 2018. We are looking forward to a great<br />
year under the guidance of Illustrious Sir Jared and the elected<br />
and appointed Divan.<br />
The Mass Installation of the Units and Clubs officers was held<br />
on January 13, 2018 at the Leesport Market. This venue is large<br />
Joe Hagan<br />
enough to accommodate our needs for that event. They do go out<br />
of their way to make sure we have everything we need. I can’t give<br />
much of a report today since it hasn’t happened yet, but I’m pretty<br />
sure that things went well and a good time was had by all.<br />
Once again I want to welcome all the new Nobles that were created in 2017. Please get<br />
involved, it makes it so much nicer to be a member when you do. If you need information<br />
on any Club or Unit you will find the names of the officers in the directory included in this<br />
publication. Please remove it and keep it handy. You will also find the names and numbers<br />
of all the officers of <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine, don’t be afraid to contact any of these Nobles.<br />
The 2018 dues cards have been coming out on regular basis. If you sent your dues in<br />
at least a month ago and don’t have your new dues sticker please contact the office. There<br />
are 84 members who have not paid their 2017 dues and 128 that have not paid their 2018<br />
dues. If you are one these now is the time to send them in.<br />
There is a new petition for this year and there are changes. You will find a copy to print<br />
on the web page. Please throw away your old ones - they are not acceptable.<br />
Nobles, if you had an appointment under Ill. Sir Evans it ended when his term ended.<br />
You may, or may not, have been reappointed. You can check this by looking at the directory<br />
or calling me at the office 610-916-9000.<br />
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.<br />
NEW MEMBERSHIP INITAITIVE<br />
The potentate would like a membership drive to promote <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine and encourage new<br />
CEREMONIALS<br />
candidates. The New Candidate Petitions will be voted on at the April 18, 2018 Stated Meeting<br />
along with restorations and affiliations at that meeting. A Mini Ceremonial will take place at the<br />
Mini-Ceremonials Units & Clubs shall Meeting be at on April the 25, discretion 2018.<br />
Potentate. To schedule, please contact the recorder at<br />
For more information contact Membership Chairman,<br />
Thomas 610-916-9000.<br />
Conlon, PP, 610-780-4020
<strong>Rajah</strong> Temple Fraternal Endowment Fund Chairman<br />
retires after 21 years<br />
At the December 6, 2017 Stated Meeting, Noble Don Loos stepped down from the position of Trustee of the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine<br />
Fraternal Endowment Fund. In that role, he headed a committee that managed the <strong>Rajah</strong> Temple Fraternal Endowment Fund.<br />
The fund was established in 1982 by the late Illustrious Sir Arthur L. Bustard<br />
with the goal of assisting in the preservation, improvement, operation, and<br />
maintenance of the <strong>Rajah</strong> facilities. After thirty-five years, with the help of club<br />
donations and prudent investments, the initial investment of $5,000 has grown<br />
to a value of over one million. A true success story.<br />
Don was elected by the nobility to serve as a trustee of the Fraternal<br />
Endowment Fund in 1995 and at the time said he would do it for three years. He<br />
ended up serving in the position for 21 years! Don remarked “I guess I lasted<br />
that long because nobody else wanted to do the job. I enjoyed serving <strong>Rajah</strong> in<br />
this capacity and hope that I did a good job.”<br />
Howard Haws, PP (1988), who also served as a trustee to the Fraternal<br />
Endowment Fund for nearly that many years, said one of the reasons the group<br />
was so effective is that Don is terrific at keeping records. “He was on top of it!”<br />
Bill Remo, PP (2012) who currently serves as a trustee on the fund noted that<br />
“Don kept the team focused.” And Jon Swartz, newly elected trustee to the fund,<br />
who is replacing Don on the committee said at the Stated Meeting, “Looks like I have pretty big shoes to fill.”<br />
Big shoes indeed, Don Loos is a 33 degree and has been very active in Masonry. He is a Past Commander-in-Chief of the Valley<br />
of Reading, an officer in Q-Club, and a past master of Williamson Lodge. Don earned his 50-year pin in January of 2010.<br />
On December 2, 2015 he was awarded the Grand Master’s Outstanding Service Medal. The medal is presented to honor Masons<br />
who have distinguished themselves through service to their community, Lodge, or Grand Lodge. A fitting accolade to an outstanding<br />
brother and noble. Congratulations Don Loos for your contributions to <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine and to Masonry.<br />
RAJAH TEMPLE BUDGET 2018<br />
Revenue Accounts 4000-4089 $398,800.00<br />
Fund Raising Accounts 4400-4599 $203,000.00<br />
Other Revenue 4600-4799 $ 1,500.00<br />
TOTAL REVENUE $603,300.00<br />
Expenses<br />
Imperial Council Accounts 6000-6099 $ 91,250.00<br />
Administrative 6100-6399 $175,050.00<br />
Building Operations 6500-6699 $250,000.00<br />
Business Sessions/Ceremonials 6700-6999 $ 8,500.00<br />
Social Activities/Entertainment 7000-7199 $ 7,000.00<br />
Visitations & Pilgrimage 7200-7399 $ 34,000.00<br />
Promotion & Publicity 7400-7599 $ 35,500.00<br />
Unit & Club Expenses 7600-7899 $ 500.00<br />
Donations to Fraternal Groups 7900-7949 $ 500.00<br />
Members Relations 7950-7969 $ 500.00<br />
Donations to Charities 7990-7999 $ 500.00<br />
TOTAL EXPENSES $603,300.00<br />
Summary<br />
Excess of Revenue over Expenses $ 0<br />
Moving Up<br />
Congratulations to our own Noble Jon Swartz,<br />
Esq., for assuming the<br />
Chairmanship of the Board of<br />
Governors of the Philadelphia<br />
Shriners Hospital for Children.<br />
At the December 6 Stated<br />
Meeting, Jon replaced Don<br />
Loos as Trustee of the <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Shrine Fraternal Endowment<br />
Fund. Up until this year, Jon<br />
was the appointed Donor<br />
Relations Chairman. He served<br />
in that position under several<br />
potentates.<br />
Jon is a busy guy!<br />
NOTICE - NOTICE<br />
THE RAJAH SHRINE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE<br />
WILL BE CLOSED ON:<br />
FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2018<br />
IN OBSERVANCE OF GOOD FRIDAY<br />
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MASS INSTALLATION 2018 “Making Wishes Come True”<br />
2018 <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Potentate Illustrious Sir<br />
Jared R. Kichline & Lady Kim<br />
On January 13, <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine<br />
held a Mass Installation of the 2018<br />
Divan and officers of the clubs<br />
and units. Ill. Sir Jared Kichline<br />
introduced his 2018 theme “Making<br />
Wishes Come True”. Ed Myers,<br />
Administrator, Philadelphia Shriners<br />
Hospital for Children was guest<br />
speaker.<br />
Ill. Sir’s first official address to<br />
officers of <strong>Rajah</strong>’s clubs and units<br />
Chief Rabban Mike J. Zerbe<br />
and Lady Susie<br />
Asst. Rabban Marvin J.<br />
Miller & Lady Marie<br />
High Priest & Prophet<br />
Walter G. Newruck<br />
& Lady Gail<br />
Oriental Guide Kraig W.<br />
Leiby & Lady Janet<br />
Ed Myers spoke on advances in<br />
medical research at Shriners<br />
Hospitals for Children<br />
Ill. Sir & Lady Kim with<br />
Chief Aide Michael J. Quinn & Lady Anne<br />
Donor Relations Chairman Shane R.<br />
Paisley & Lady Janelle<br />
Ill. Sir Ronald Rapp, PP and<br />
Lady Joan<br />
Recorder, Joe J. Hagan &<br />
Lady Joyce<br />
Ceremonial Master David L.<br />
Frees & Lady Brenda<br />
2nd Ceremonial Master<br />
Duane A. Dellecker &<br />
Lady Barbara<br />
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The 2018 Divan<br />
Left to Right – Treasurer - Ill. Sir Ronald F. Rapp, PP, High Priest & Prophet - Walter G. Newruck,<br />
Chief Rabban - Michael J. Zerbe, Potentate - Ill. Sir Jared R. Kichline,<br />
Assistant Rabban - Marvin J. Miller, Oriental Guide - Kraig W. Leiby, Recorder - Joseph J. Hagan, Sr.<br />
Duane A. Dellecker - Second Ceremonial Master<br />
Noble Duane A. Dellecker was made a Mason in 1995 at Lehighton Lodge #621 F&AM.<br />
He immediately entered the chairs and served as Master in 2000 during the 100th Anniversary<br />
of the Lodge. He served again as Master in<br />
2012 when his lodge received the Grand<br />
Master’s Award. He holds dual membership<br />
BINGO<br />
Longaberger Basket,<br />
Pottery & Vera Bradley<br />
Bingo<br />
Friday, May 11th<br />
at the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Complex<br />
Doors open at 5:00 PM<br />
Bingo starts at 6:30 PM<br />
Ticket Donation - $20.00 per Package<br />
Specials and Additional Packages are Extra<br />
Door Prizes – Raffle Drawings –<br />
Food Available<br />
For tickets, contact any Divan or Aide Lady<br />
Proceeds Benefit <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine<br />
We appreciate donations from the Clubs<br />
& Units towards the purchase of baskets,<br />
pottery, and Vera Bradley Bags<br />
in Slatington Lodge #440, currently serving<br />
as Worshipful Master.<br />
He has been a member of the Allentown<br />
Scottish Rite Cathedral since 2000 where he<br />
enjoys participating in the degrees as a stage<br />
character with small speaking parts.<br />
A member of <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine since 2000,<br />
he is a member of the Past Master Club,<br />
Hillbillies, Tin Lizzies and is a founding<br />
member, former Secretary and Past President<br />
of the Carbon County Shrine Club. He is<br />
also a member of Pocono Forest #124 Tall<br />
Cedars of Lebanon, Tamaqua Royal Arch Chapter #177 and the Lehigh Valley<br />
High Twelve Club.<br />
Duane continues to be involved with several not-for-profit organizations<br />
where he truly enjoys coming up with new fund raising ideas and projects<br />
to help raise money for worthwhile projects. For the Weissport Recreation<br />
Committee, he created the Weissport Redneck Festival over ten years ago. This<br />
festival allows the Carbon County Shrine Club to raise money selling cotton<br />
candy, candy apples and popcorn. His latest venture was an April Fool’s Day<br />
Gala held at the Shrine Complex in 2017; where jokes, short stories and tall tales<br />
filled the evening. Scheduled for March 31, plans are already moving forward to<br />
make this year’s event even more fun!<br />
Duane resides in Lehighton with his Lady Barb, Duane’s mom Ruth, their<br />
daughter Ami, her husband Jeff, and his adorable granddaughter Cali.<br />
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MASA CONVENTION 2018<br />
Virginia Beach<br />
September 6 – 9, 2018<br />
AGAIN - 18 th Consecutive Year at Sheraton Oceanfront Hotel,<br />
36 th & Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, Va<br />
$499.00 PER COUPLE/$449.00 SINGLE NO INCREASE IN PRICE SINCE 2009!<br />
*****YOU PAY ONLY FOR YOUR THREE NIGHTS LODGING. HOSPITALITY ROOM, SATURDAY<br />
POST PARADE LUNCHEON & PRE-REGISTRATION ALL COMPLIMENTS OF THE RAJAH SHRINE<br />
WITH YOUR ROOM RESERVATION AT THE SHERATON!<br />
Extra Nights Lodging available at extra cost.<br />
DUE TO LIMITED ROOM AVAILABILITY RESERVE EARLY!!!!!!<br />
“DO NOT CALL HOTEL ALL RESERVATIONS THRU THE OFFICE”<br />
Light Hospitality Beginning Tuesday/Full Hospitality Room Opening Wednesday<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Post Parade Party Saturday afternoon at hotel, Turtle Degree Saturday Night.<br />
Reserve Room Early w/Payment of $150.00 Due By April 13 th<br />
Remainder of Balance $349.00 Per Couple/$299.00 Single Due By June 29th<br />
****Motor Coach Transportation Available to and from Virginia Beach, call Joe McCarthy 610-488-1382****<br />
NO CANCELLATIONS AFTER AUGUST 1ST WITHOUT LOSS OF ONE NIGHTS DEPOSIT AND PRE-REGISTRATION.<br />
DETACH AND RETURN TO ADMINISTRATION OFFICE<br />
_____Noble & Lady - $499.00 per couple - Children age 12 and under are Free.<br />
_____Two Nobles - $499.00 (EXTRA NOBLES ADD $50.00 PER NOBLE)<br />
_____One Noble - $449.00<br />
RESERVE _____ EXTRA DAY(S) - DATES: Arriving_____________________Departing________________________<br />
_____LADIES LUNCHEON - Friday, September 7, 2018 at 10:30 AM. PRICE NOT AVAILABLE WILL BILL AT LATER DATE.<br />
NOBLE’S NAME_____________________________________________LADIES NAME_____________________________________<br />
UNIT/CLUB_____________________________________SHRINE #______________DAYTIME PHONE________________________<br />
ADDRESS__________________________________________CITY_________________________STATE_______ZIP_____________<br />
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: RAJAH SHRINE<br />
RETURN FORM AND CHECK OR CREDIT CARD INFO TO: RAJAH SHRINE, P O BOX 40, BLANDON, PA 19510<br />
VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER AMERICAN EXPRESS AMOUNT OF PAYMENT_________________.<br />
V-CODE<br />
CARD NO.<br />
NAME ON CARD__________________________________________EXP. DATE _____/_____<br />
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John Grumbein<br />
ORIENTAL BAND<br />
Greetings from the Lehigh Valley and the home of the Oriental Band. I hope all had a great<br />
holiday season. The Band has not been very active these past few months. The main goal for<br />
everyone is to stay warm.<br />
The December meeting brought with it the annual election of the new officers of the band. The<br />
new slate includes Donald Heimbecker Sr. as President, Dennis Guignet as Vice President, Wayne<br />
Grumbein as Secretary, Ted Werkheiser Jr. as Treasurer, and John Grumbein as Director. All were<br />
sworn in at the Mass Installation of Officers in January.<br />
The band has been preparing for the annual “Night at the Races” along with their counterparts<br />
from the Motor Corps. Another sellout crowd is expected again this year.<br />
We are also preparing for our annual Ladies Night to be held Saturday, <strong>February</strong> 24, 2018 at<br />
the Inn at Reading. This is always a big event with the group. For information, contact John Grumbein at 610-395-6578<br />
or jkgrumbein@aol.com.<br />
This is all I have to report on at the present. I will have a full rundown in the next <strong>Rajah</strong> <strong>News</strong> of the events. Stay<br />
tuned and stay warm! Remember the kids in our hospitals. They’re number 1!<br />
STRING BAND<br />
Greetings from your String Band,<br />
We would like to thank Lois and Butch for hosting the great party after the Myerstown Parade,<br />
with hot soup, sandwiches and all the fixings. What a great way to end our parade season! Thanks,<br />
again, from all the guys and their ladies.<br />
The Christmas Party was another<br />
wonderful event. Thank you to<br />
Brian and Judithanne for the hors<br />
d’oeuvre table. And thanks to Hess<br />
Catering for the fine hot meal.<br />
Larry Christman<br />
Lots of fun was had by all and we<br />
enjoyed sharing stories about the<br />
parades throughout the summer and<br />
getting into the Christmas spirit.<br />
We are starting to fill our schedule and looking forward<br />
to the 2018 Parade Season. Rehearsals for the Circus<br />
performance have begun. Playing the Circus is truly a<br />
highlight for the band. We play Saturday, March 10th @<br />
1:00. Come out and support this great fundraiser.<br />
I would like to thank my Lady Jayne for being my editor<br />
and chief for these articles and for making me look good.<br />
Hope all the snowbirds are having a great winter. As<br />
we write this article, it is 4 degrees with a windchill factor<br />
-25 degrees. Brrrrrrr Remember...there is always an open<br />
invitation for musicians to play in the string band. Rehearsal<br />
is the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the<br />
Complex.<br />
With the support of our Ladies, our purpose is that we<br />
might play our instruments so that someday a physically<br />
challenged child may walk and play again.<br />
See you at the Circus.<br />
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CEREMONIAL.<br />
The Five-Hundred and Eighth Ceremonial was held on December 9, 2017 at the <strong>Rajah</strong> Temple. The class was named<br />
in Memory of Noble Kenwood “Ken” Lynn.<br />
The Dramatic Director was Laszlo Toth, PP, the Ceremonial Director was Jared Kichline.<br />
Ill. Sir Robert Shank, PP, as the Potentate, in the center, addresses the<br />
candidates. Gerald Berger as Cheif Raban is on the left and<br />
Dennis Royer as Assistant Rabban is on the right.<br />
Walter Newruck as 1st Ceremonial Master<br />
instructs the candidates.<br />
Mike Quinn plays the Orator<br />
Ill. Sir Laszlo Toth, PP, is the<br />
High Priest & Prophet<br />
The Scribe is played by<br />
Marvin Miller<br />
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Mike Zerbe as Oriental Guide Interacts with<br />
the Potentate<br />
Ceremonial music was played by the <strong>Rajah</strong> Oriental Band
Additional Cast Members and Crew:<br />
Marshal: David Frees, Second Ceremonial Master: Kraig Leiby, Alchemists: Garrett Newhartz & Duane Dellecker,<br />
Inspired Charge: Bruce Rohrbach, Slave to the High Priest: Ryan Kehm, Messenger: Wayne Grumbein, Flag Oration: Greg Lewis, PP<br />
The Fez: Greg Lewis, PP; Chaplain: Rev. David Newhart, Prompters: Ron Rapp, PP, and Jere Lesher, PP; Organist: Harold Kremser, Jr., Choir:<br />
Chanters, Stage Crew: <strong>Rajah</strong> Directors Staff, Wardrobe: Lehigh Shrine Club, Make-Up: Clowns,<br />
Ceremonial Guard: <strong>Rajah</strong> Provost Guard, Posting of the Colors: <strong>Rajah</strong> Legion of Honor, Ushers: <strong>Rajah</strong> Hospital Service.<br />
New tradition set with naming of Shriner of the Year<br />
At the December 9 Ceremonial, Illustrious Sir Dave Evans made a<br />
special presentation in naming Carl “Mic” Frey as <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine’s first<br />
Shriner of the Year. When making the presentation the potentate said,<br />
“Mic has been an integral part of the success of the 2017 Bingo. Not only<br />
did he act as Bingo Steward, but he willingly took on any job that needed<br />
doing. Anytime we had any work parties, Mic showed up to help. In fact,<br />
he often had the job done before any others arrived.<br />
He was a true pleasure to have on our team last year. He and his wife,<br />
Beth, did an amazing job heading up the Pote’s Ball committee, as they<br />
have done for many years. They, Mic and Beth, also came out to help<br />
with our Mass Installation setup. As I said, if something needed doing…<br />
Mic was usually the first one there to work on it.” Congratulations Mic<br />
and Beth.<br />
Ill. Sir Earl<br />
Binder<br />
CARAVANERS<br />
DO YOU ENJOY CAMPING? INTERESTED IN GETTING STARTED?<br />
DO YOU HAVE A TENT, POP UP, PULL BEHIND, OR ANY CLASS OF CAMPER?<br />
Join your fellow Masonic brothers. We are a fun group.<br />
Now that the weather is starting to improve we are starting to think about getting away.<br />
Our snow birds are thinking about coming back from down south. I overheard a couple of Nobles<br />
talking about renting motorhomes so they could join us at one of our campouts.<br />
The Caravaners not only camp at our own campground which we call the OASIS, located on the <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Shrine Complex, we also travel to other campgrounds around the area, some close and others up to several<br />
hundred miles away.<br />
We try to find activities for all, sightseeing, games, meals, campfires,<br />
puzzles, happy hours, entertainment of all<br />
kinds and fun events.<br />
Our camping season will start in April with a tentative<br />
schedule of April 19 to 22 at our own <strong>Rajah</strong> Oasis; May 17 to<br />
20 at Lickdale KOA in Jonestown, PA; June 21 to 24 back at<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Oasis; July 26 to 29 at Mountain Springs, Shartlesville,<br />
PA; August 12 to 16 at Country Acres in Lancaster, PA; August<br />
30 to Sept. 3 at <strong>Rajah</strong> Oasis; Sept. 23 to 27 at Drummer Boy<br />
Campground in Gettysburg, PA; with an unscheduled trip to<br />
Delaware Seashore State Park Sept.8 to 16.<br />
For more information, or if you would like to join us for any<br />
or all of our campouts please contact our Wagon Master Gerald<br />
Berger at 610-395-4866 or gberger401@rocketmail.com or our<br />
President David Newhart at 610-842-3872 dnewhart44@gmail.<br />
com or Secretary Earl Binder 484-357-7294 my3bloodhounds@<br />
gmail.com, or feel free to stop and visit us!<br />
We wonder what the Shrine office would<br />
say if Mike brought his grandarents first<br />
camper to the Shrine Oasis?<br />
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PROVOST GUARD<br />
Can it be? Can it really be 2018? At least that is what the calendar says. So, it must be true. Besides<br />
that, the Christmas decorations are coming down, and everyone is wishing me a “Happy New Year,” so<br />
it must be true!<br />
And with that, we are off and running for another year…..and it looks like it will be another busy one<br />
with all the activities that we see on the calendar. But, before we bid adios to 2017, we first must thank<br />
our immediate Past Potentate, the Ill. Sir Dave Evans and first lady, Sarah. We owe them a boat load of<br />
Ill. Sir thanks for all they did this past year in representing <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine and the time spent traveling and visiting<br />
all of the Units and Clubs. Thank you and may you always remember the fond times as the leader of <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Greg Lewis, PP for 2017.<br />
But, the good news is that as of January 10th, we are under new leadership as we welcome the Illustrious Sir Jared Kichline<br />
to the top spot in <strong>Rajah</strong> for 2018 to serve <strong>Rajah</strong> as Potentate. We all know that he and Lady Kim will do their best to represent<br />
us with dignity and honor.<br />
With a new year also comes a change in officers in the Provost Guard. But, not so quick. We are happy to say that Noble<br />
Dennis Loch has consented to stay on another year as our President and a familiar face will fill the First Vice-President’s seat, as<br />
we welcome a past president of Provost, Noble Bob Himes to that position. As we did not have anyone stepping forward to fill<br />
the 2nd V-P slot, that position is open, however Ill. Sir Greg Lewis, PP has agreed to stay on as Secretary and with the retirement<br />
of Terry Boyer, Noble Tarzan Hall is taking over as Treasurer. To fill the position of Unit Director, President Dennis has again<br />
appointed Noble Ryan Kehm.<br />
As in the past and continuing this year, we will still meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the All-Purpose<br />
Meeting Room on the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Campus and we invite any Shriner in good standing to join us. We are very involved with<br />
many of the activities of <strong>Rajah</strong> including; the <strong>Rajah</strong> Circus, Sportsmen’s Raffle, Pote’s Picnic, and the Pretzel Bowl just to name<br />
a few. And ,of course, there’s our own Spaghetti Feast in October.<br />
Along with these commitments, we still manage to have a lot of fun and invite the ladies to many of our events. If you’re<br />
interested in joining us, stop at the next meeting. We’ll keep a light on for you!!<br />
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RAJAH SHRINE ELECTED DIVAN - 2018<br />
P. O. BOX 40, BLANDON, PA 19510 • TELEPHONE 610-916-9000<br />
FAX 610-916-9100 • www.rajahshrine.org<br />
POTENTATE<br />
Jared R. Kichline (Kim) C. 570-656-4422<br />
P.O. Box 279, Saylorsburg, PA 18353<br />
CHIEF RABBAN<br />
Michael J. Zerbe (Susie) R. 610-693-6406<br />
301 N. Church Street, Robesonia, PA 19551 C. 484-388-1718<br />
ASSISTANT RABBAN<br />
Marvin J. Miller (Marie) R. 570-386-3080<br />
159 William Penn Road, Lehighton, PA 18235 C. 570-906-7575<br />
HIGH PRIEST & PROPHET<br />
Walter G. Newruck (Gail) R. 610-329-9215<br />
129 Fairfield Drive, Barto, PA 19504-9374<br />
ORIENTAL GUIDE<br />
Kraig W. Leiby (Janet) R. 610-926-6038<br />
318 E. Wesner Road, Blandon, PA 19510 C. 610-334-0397<br />
TREASURER<br />
Ronald F. Rapp, P.P. (Joan) R. 610-916-2465<br />
99 Cornerstone Drive, Blandon, PA 19510 O. 610-916-9000<br />
C. 484-637-6717<br />
RECORDER<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr. (Joyce) R. 610-582-4056<br />
515 S. Walnut Street, Birdsboro, PA 19508 O. 610-916-9000<br />
C. 610-587-4736<br />
ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES TO IMPERIAL COUNCIL – 2018<br />
Jared R. Kichline (Kim) C. 570-656-4422<br />
P.O. Box 279, Saylorsburg, PA 18353<br />
Michael J. Zerbe (Susie) R. 610-693-6406<br />
301 N. Church Street, Robesonia, PA 19551 C. 484-388-1718<br />
Marvin J. Miller (Marie) R. 570-386-3080<br />
159 William Penn Road, Lehighton, PA 18235 C. 570-906-7575<br />
Kraig W. Leiby (Janet) R. 610-926-6038<br />
318 E. Wesner Road, Blandon, PA 19510 C. 610-334-0397<br />
ELECTED EMERITUS OFFICERS - 2018<br />
Solicitor Emeritus - Martin J. Karess, Esq. (Lorraine)<br />
Donor Relations Chairman Emeritus – L. Donald Loos (Barbara)<br />
Trustee Emeritus – William R. Clements (Barbara)<br />
Goodwill Ambassador Emeritus – Ray J. Heiser (Kay)<br />
Captain of the Guard Emeritus – Ronald C. Weitzel (Dianne)<br />
Parade Marshal Emeritus – Joseph R. Zodel (Shirley)<br />
Trustee Emeritus – Terry L. Hulsizer (Ruth Ann)<br />
Webmaster Emeritus – Michael J. Huck (Pat)<br />
Goodwill Ambassador Emeritus – William A. Quinn (Barbara)<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> <strong>News</strong> Editor Emeritus – Jere C. Lesher, PP (Susie)<br />
Chief Photographer Emeritus – Robert Van Why, Jr. (Sharon)<br />
Solicitor Emeritus – John A. Hoffert, Jr., Esq. (Deone)<br />
CPA Emeritus - Prem N. Puri (Asha)<br />
APPOINTED DIVAN – 2018<br />
First Ceremonial Master<br />
David L. Frees (Brenda) C. 610-587-2305<br />
324 Reading Avenue, Shillington, PA 19607<br />
Second Ceremonial Master<br />
Duane A. Dellecker (Barbara) R. 610-377-0188<br />
638 Iron Street, Lehighton, PA 18235 C. 610-417-2939<br />
Captain of the Guard<br />
Carl G. “Mic” Frey (Beth) R. 610-926-0131<br />
497 Grove Road, Mohrsville, PA 19541 C. 484-529-8910<br />
Outer Guard<br />
Ryan E. Kehm (Ruth) R. 610-767-1526<br />
4992 Trout Road, Slatington, PA 18080-4992<br />
APPOINTED TRUSTEES – 2018<br />
Dennis R. Snoke (Lou Ann) R. 610-779-3431<br />
300 Spies Church Road, Reading, PA 19606-9330 C. 610-223-4998<br />
William A. Remo, Jr., PP (Gail) R. 610-791-0828<br />
424 East Lynnwood Street, Allentown, PA 18103 C. 610-216-7772<br />
Lester D. Klock (Kathy) C. 610-960-7405<br />
1009 Redwood Court, Hamburg, PA 19526-8068<br />
Tarzan Hall (Rachel) R. 610-944-9306<br />
3600 Pricetown Road, Fleetwood, PA 19522-8977 C. 610-763-1272<br />
Gerald A. Mengel (Barbara) R. 610-916-4069<br />
4601 Lahall Avenue, Reading, PA 19605 C. 484-772-0005<br />
POTENTATE’S APPOINTMENTS – 2018<br />
Solicitor – Zachary A. Morey, Esquire O. 610-376-5441<br />
536 Court St., Reading, PA 19601<br />
Chaplain – Rev. David C. Newhart C. 610-842-3872<br />
2823 Sequoia Dr., Macungie, PA 18062<br />
Custodial/Maintenance – Terry L. Hulsizer (Ruth Ann) O. 610-916-9000<br />
POTENTATE’S APPOINTMENTS – Continued<br />
Goodwill Ambassador – Harold H. Kohl (Ann) C. 717-468-7281<br />
Goodwill Ambassador – Les A. Werley (Jane) C. 610-914-2824<br />
Goodwill Ambassador – George W. Young (Carol) R. 610-837-5177<br />
Hospital Ambassador - Paul W. Shaw (Donna) R. 610-965-6417<br />
Membership Chairman – Thomas V. Conlon, Sr., PP(Brenda) W. 610-589-5919<br />
Public Relations Chairman – Gregory J. Lewis, P.P. (Joan) R. 610-670-2920<br />
Donor Relations Chairman – Shane R. Paisley (Janelle) C. 610-781-0035<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> <strong>News</strong> Editor – Sam Ellis (Kay) R. 610-252-9762<br />
Circus Chairman – Ronald R. Klee, Jr., PP (Kathy) R. 610-775-4444<br />
Chief Photographer – Sam Ellis (Kay) R. 610-252-9762<br />
Photographer – Burnell E. Kreider (Loretta) R. 717-687-7473<br />
Photographer – William A. Quinn (Barbara) R. 610-944-9036<br />
Colonel/Parade Marshal – Michael J. Quinn (Anne) R. 610-944-5375<br />
Asst. Parade Marshal – D. David Turner (Joan) C. 610.392.9993<br />
Asst. Parade Marshal – Erich K. Pfahl (Mellissa) C. 610-468-1770<br />
Pilgrimage – Ronald F. Rapp P.P. (Joan) R. 610-916-2465<br />
Bingo Steward – Carl G. “Mic” Frey (Beth) C. 484-529-8910<br />
Webmaster – <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Office O. 610-916-9000<br />
POTENTATE’S CEREMONIAL APPOINTMENTS – 2018<br />
Dramatic Director – Bruce D. Rohrbach (Elizabeth)<br />
Ceremonial Director – Michael J. Zerbe (Susie)<br />
POTENTATE’S PERSONAL AIDES – 2018<br />
Chief Aide<br />
Michael J. Quinn (Anne) C. 484-256-0562<br />
46 E. Cedar St., Fleetwood, PA 19522<br />
Aides<br />
Samuel L. Beam (Linda) C. 484-638-8390<br />
455 Walnuttown Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522<br />
Lee D. Brisan (Beverly) R. 610-562-3149<br />
257 Schappell Rd., Hamburg, PA 19526<br />
Donald G. Heimbecker (Carol) R. 610-417-9926<br />
2703 John St., Easton, PA 18042<br />
Harold H. Kohl (Ann) C. 717-468-7281<br />
44 Bethany Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522<br />
Jay M. Laser (Beverly) C. 717-203-8345<br />
3100 Windsor Dr., Landisville, PA 17538<br />
George M. Makoul (Kathy) C. 484-340-2858<br />
280 Farmview Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064<br />
Gregory T. Miller (Sharon) R. 610-710-1927<br />
8867 N. Loop Rd., Slatington, PA 18080<br />
James A. Prettyman (Beth) C. 610-476-1315<br />
P.O. Box 26, Oxford, PA 19363<br />
Dennis R. Snoke (Lou Ann) C. 610-223-4998<br />
300 Spies Church Rd., Reading, PA 19606<br />
Bryan L. Stoudt (Belinda) C. 484-599-1062<br />
205 Lake Road, Fleetwood, PA 19522<br />
Ronald M. Stoudt (Carol) C. 610-597-5409<br />
436 Carriage Dr., Coopersburg, PA 18036<br />
David J. Teter (Lori) C. 570-640-4329<br />
91 West Catawissa Rd., New Ringgold, PA 17960<br />
Scott A. Zechman (Leah) C. 610-823-0550<br />
581 Snyder Road, Reading, PA 19605<br />
PHILADELPHIA SHRINERS HOSPITAL<br />
Hospital Chairman of the Board<br />
Jon A. Swartz, Esq<br />
Hospital Associate Board Member<br />
Austin T. Kear<br />
Hospital Board Member Emeritus<br />
George Skaff, DDS (Jamila)<br />
Hospital Chairman of the Board Emeritus<br />
Franklin D. Caltagirone, P.P. (Marilyn)<br />
MASA ASSOCIATION OFFICERS<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr. – President MASA Recorders Association<br />
Bryan D. Snyder – Secretary MASA Band Association<br />
Dale C. Schimpf – Treasurer MASA Band Association<br />
Dennis C. Loch– Major, MASA Provost Guard Association<br />
Gregory J. Lewis, PP – Second Vice President of Shrine Chanters Association<br />
International<br />
Daniel Heffelfinger, Sr. – President MASA Chanters<br />
Mahlon L. Ressel – President of MASA Oriental Band<br />
Donald G. Heimbecker – Second Vice President of MASA Oriental Band<br />
John K. Grumbein – Secretary-Treasurer of MASA Oriental Band<br />
William A. Remo, Jr., PP, PC – First Vice Commander MASA Legions of Honor<br />
Barry L. Weisser, PC, PMC – Adjutant MASA Legions of Honor<br />
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION EMERITUS OFFICER<br />
Mahlon E. Hariu, P.P. – Secretary/Treasurer Emeritus ASOB<br />
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LIVING PAST POTENTATES OF RAJAH SHRINE - 2018<br />
1975 Walter H. Cressman (Sandy) R. 215-536-8011<br />
1976 Lloyd H. Behmer R. 941-358-5897<br />
1979 John B. Bozette, Jr. (Edna Marie) R. 570-675-6450<br />
1980 Earl W. Binder (Amy) R. 610-395-1490<br />
1986 Walter G. M. Schneider (Sandra) R. 610-693-5063<br />
1988 Howard D. Haws (Elizabeth) R. 717-859-2118<br />
1989 Ronald F. Rapp (Joan) R. 610-916-2465<br />
1991 Franklin D. Caltagirone (Marilyn) R. 610-777-7549<br />
1992 LeRoy D. Cressy (Billie) R. 610-507-9097<br />
1993 Walter A. Wagner (Nancy) R. 610-317-0457<br />
1996 Lawrence L. Hafer (Elaine) R. 610-779-4072<br />
1997 Glenn D. Clark (Doris) R. 717-768-8831<br />
1999 James A. Male, Sr. (Ruthmary) R. 352-454-0571<br />
2001 Gregory J. Lewis (Joan) R. 610-670-2920<br />
2003 William P. Ulrich C. 610-914-0284<br />
2004 Mahlon E. Hariu (Joanne) R. 717-287-2120<br />
2006 Jere C. Lesher (Susie) R. 717-361-3961<br />
2007 Laszlo Toth (Maria) R. 610-366-1417<br />
2008 Robert E. Shank (Tess) R. 717-336-3221<br />
2010 Clyde R. Geist (Angie) R. 215-249-4807<br />
2011 Ronald R. Klee, Jr. (Kathy) R. 610-775-4444<br />
2012 William A. Remo, Jr. (Gail) R. 610-791-0828<br />
2013 Edwin L. Engle (Ferne) R. 717-336-6108<br />
2014 Thomas V. Conlon, Sr. (Brenda) W. 610-589-5919<br />
2015 Glenn T. Sattizahn, Jr. (Janet) R. 570-449-2613<br />
2016 Lawrence S. Bortz, III (Barbara) C. 610-780-0101<br />
2017 David W. Evans (Sarah) C. 610-781-2147<br />
LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS FOR 2018<br />
Units Day Liaison Officer Liaison Aide<br />
Antique Car Club Various David L. Frees L. Brisan<br />
Arab Patrol Various Divan F. Einsel<br />
Chanters Mondays 7 PM David L. Frees S. Rissinger<br />
Clowns 4th Monday 7 PM David L. Frees S. Beam<br />
Concert Band 2nd Sunday 1 PM Marvin J. Miller D. Schimpf<br />
Directors Staff 1st Monday 8 PM Marvin J. Miller C. Solarek<br />
Gun Club Quarterly 7 PM David L. Frees J. Franco<br />
Legion of Honor 2nd Tuesday 7PM Walter G. Newruck M. Quinn<br />
Motor Corps 3rd Monday 7 PM Kraig W. Leiby W. Trusty<br />
Mounted Patrol 3rd Wednesday 7 PM Kraig W. Leiby T. Hall<br />
Noble Riders Various Walter G. Newruck T. Conlon, PP<br />
Oriental Band 1st Tuesday 7 PM Michael J. Zerbe J. Grumbein<br />
Provost Guard 3rd Tuesday 7 PM Walter G. Newruck G. Lewis, PP<br />
String Band 2nd Wednesday 8 PM Walter G. Newruck T. Dietrich<br />
SHRINE CLUBS<br />
Bethlehem 1st Monday 7 PM Michael J. Zerbe G. Makoul<br />
Brandywine 3rd Tuesday 7 PM Kraig W. Leiby D. Lynn<br />
Carbon 2nd Tuesday 7 PM Duane A. Dellecker M. Hopstock<br />
Lancaster 2nd Thurs. 7 PM Marvin J. Miller B. Kreider<br />
Lebanon 4th Monday 7 PM Duane A. Dellecker D. Royer<br />
Lehigh 1st Wed. 7 PM Duane A. Dellecker J. Stahr, Jr.<br />
North Penn 4th Wed. 7 PM Kraig W. Leiby C. Wahl<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> 1st Friday 6 PM Marvin J. Miller D. DeTurk<br />
Schuylkill 4th Tuesday 7 PM Walter G. Newruck G. Sattizahn, PP<br />
CLUBS<br />
Anglers 1st Wed. 7 PM Michael J. Zerbe J. Pavlick<br />
Caravaners Weekends 10 AM Michael J. Zerbe E. Binder, PP<br />
Golf Club Varies (Summers) David L. Frees A. Meckley<br />
Hospital Service Quarterly 11 AM Michael J. Zerbe C. Willis<br />
L.C.S.C.O.B. 2nd Mon. 7:30 PM Duane A. Dellecker M. Hariu, PP<br />
Past Masters Club Quarterly Kraig W. Leiby L. Brisan<br />
Tin Lizzies 4th Thurs. 7 PM Marvin J. Miller S. Ellis<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Ladies 1st Mon. 10 AM Lawrence S. Bortz, III, PP - J. Yorty<br />
Units &<br />
Clubs Committee 4th Wed. 7:30 PM Divan<br />
T. Hall<br />
Cabiri Quarterly 6:00 PM Divan<br />
BUDGET COMMITTEE<br />
Jared R. Kichline Board of Directors Ronald F. Rapp, PP<br />
PROTOCOL AND PROCEDURE<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr.<br />
CIRCUS COMMITTEE DIRECTORS<br />
Ronald R. Klee, PP, Chairman<br />
Michael J. Zerbe, Co-Chairman<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr. James A. Garrett Sam Ellis<br />
Gregory J. Lewis, PP Dennis R. Snoke Edwin L. Engle, PP<br />
Theodore E. Werkheiser, Jr. William A. Remo, PP Michael J. Quinn<br />
Ronald M. Stoudt Thomas V. Conlon, PP Dennis G. Royer<br />
Marvin J. Miller Walter G. Newruck Kraig W. Leiby<br />
David L. Frees<br />
Duane A. Dellecker<br />
CIRCUS FINANCIAL COMMITTEE<br />
Ronald F. Rapp, PP L. Donald Loos, Jr. Marvin G. Speicher, CPA<br />
Les A. Werley<br />
David W. Evans, PP<br />
DONOR RELATIONS COMMITTEE<br />
Shane R. Paisley, Chairman<br />
Tarzan Hall, Co-Chairman<br />
Carbon County<br />
Michael A. Mickey<br />
Chester County<br />
Donald B. Lynn & James A. Prettyman<br />
Ephrata Area<br />
Kim R. Kegerise<br />
Lancaster County Burnell E. Kreider & Jay M. Laser<br />
Lebanon Area<br />
Dennis G. Royer<br />
Lehigh Valley<br />
Sam Ellis<br />
North Penn Area<br />
James Atkins<br />
Reading Area<br />
Samuel L. Beam<br />
Schuylkill County George S. Davis, Robert J. Giba<br />
& Norman F. Lengel<br />
Plaque Program Chairman Shane R. Paisley<br />
FEZ COMMITTEE<br />
Marvin J. Miller, Chairman Christopher M. Gibson<br />
FOOD COMMITTEE<br />
Ronald R. Klee, PP, Chairman<br />
Ronald F. Rapp, P.P. Glenn D. Clark, P.P. Joel M. Franco<br />
Richard Kunsman Richard F. Stoudt Terry L. Hulsizer<br />
George W. Young James A. Prettyman Lawrence S. Bortz, P.P.<br />
FRATERNAL ENDOWMENT COMMITTEE<br />
Jon A. Swartz, Esq., Chairman<br />
Zachary A. Morey, Esq William A. Remo, Jr., PP Walter G. Newruck<br />
GOLF COMMITTEE<br />
Joel M. Franco, Chairman<br />
Michael J. Zerbe Marvin G. Speicher Ronald F. Rapp, P.P.<br />
Terry L. Hulsizer Gary D. Brown Joseph J. Hagan, Sr.<br />
INSURANCE COMMITTEE<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr Board of Directors<br />
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE<br />
Board of Directors<br />
MAKE-UP COMMITTEE<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Clowns<br />
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE<br />
Thomas V. Conlon, Sr., PP, Chairman<br />
Region 10 Membership Director<br />
Samuel L. Beam, Co-Chairman<br />
Marvin J. Miller David R. Deturk Ronald F. Rapp, P.P<br />
Dennis R. Snoke Michael J. Zerbe David W. Evans, PP<br />
Walter G. Newruck Kraig W. Leiby George M. Makoul<br />
David L. Frees Jay M. Laser Duane A. Dellecker<br />
NOVICE COMMITTEE<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Office<br />
OFFICE COMMITTEE<br />
Ronald F. Rapp, P.P., Chairman<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr. Michael J. Zerbe<br />
PILGRIMAGES<br />
Ronald F. Rapp, P.P. – Chairman<br />
POTENTATE’S BALL COMMITTEE<br />
Carl G. Frey (Beth) – Chairman<br />
David A. Teter, Sr. (Lori)<br />
John K. Grumbein (Sharon)<br />
Robert L. Merkt (Patricia)<br />
Rudolf J. Hofbauer (Jeanine)<br />
Garrett M. Newhartz (Katelyn) Potentate’s Aides<br />
POTE’S PICNIC COMMITTEE<br />
Ronald R. Klee, PP, Chairman<br />
Joel M. Franco, Co-Chairman<br />
Ronald F. Rapp, PP Joseph J. Hagan, Sr. William A. Remo, Jr., PP<br />
Terry L. Hulsizer Michael J. Zerbe Marvin J. Miller<br />
Walter G. Newruck Kraig W. Leiby David L. Frees<br />
Ronald M. Stoudt William A. Quinn Duane A. Dellecker<br />
PRETZEL BOWL COMMITTEE<br />
Kraig W. Leiby, Chairman<br />
Duane A. Dellecker David L. Frees<br />
PUBLIC RELATIONS<br />
Gregory J. Lewis, P.P., Chairman<br />
FIGHTIN PHILS COMMITTEE<br />
Michael J. Zerbe, Chairman<br />
Gregory J. Lewis, PP David L. Frees<br />
RENTAL COMMITTEE<br />
Ronald F. Rapp, PP Joseph J. Hagan, Sr.<br />
REPRESENTATIVE COMMITTEE<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr.<br />
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ROBES COMMITTEE<br />
Lehigh Shrine Club<br />
SHRINERS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COMMITTEE<br />
Hospital Chairman of the Board Emeritus - Franklin D. Caltagirone, P.P.<br />
Jon A. Swartz, Esq., Hospital Chairman of the Board<br />
Austin T. Kear, Hospital Associate Board Member<br />
George Skaff, DDS, Hospital Board Member Emeritus<br />
SOCCER COMMITTEE<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr. Kraig W. Leiby<br />
SPEAKERS BUREAU<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr., Chairman<br />
Divan Past Masters<br />
SPORTSMEN’S RAFFLE COMMITTEE<br />
Joel M. Franco, Chairman<br />
Michael J. Zerbe Ronald R. Klee, PP Ronald F. Rapp, PP<br />
Glenn D. Clark, PP Lawrence S. Bortz, III, PP William A. Remo, Jr., PP<br />
Terry L. Hulsizer L. Donald Loos, Jr. Dennis G. Royer<br />
SUMMER & HOLIDAY RAFFLE<br />
David L. Frees, Chairman<br />
Duane A. Dellecker, Co-Chairman<br />
BINGO COMMITTEE<br />
Michael J. Zerbe, Chairmen<br />
Marvin J. Miller, Co-Chairmen<br />
David L. Frees Walter G. Newruck Kraig W. Leiby<br />
Jere C. Lesher, PP Edwin L. Engle, PP Duane A. Dellecker<br />
Bryan L. Stoudt<br />
Carl G. Frey<br />
FUND RAISING LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS – 2018<br />
Circus<br />
Chief Rabban, Michael J. Zerbe<br />
Sportsmen’s Raffle Assistant Rabban, Marvin J. Miller<br />
Potentate’s Picnic High Priest & Prophet, Walter G. Newruck<br />
Pretzel Bowl<br />
Oriental Guide, Kraig W. Leiby<br />
Fightin Phils<br />
First Ceremonial Master, David L. Frees<br />
Soccer<br />
Oriental Guide, Kraig W. Leiby<br />
Holiday Raffle<br />
Second Ceremonial Master, Duane A. Dellecker<br />
Bingo<br />
Chief Rabban, Michael J. Zerbe<br />
RAJAH SHRINE UNIT OFFICERS – 2018<br />
ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR CLUB - Meeting dates vary<br />
President: Lee D. Brisan (Beverly) R. 610-562-3149<br />
257 Schappell Rd., Hamburg, PA 19526<br />
Secretary:Robert A. Seifrit (Jodi) R. 610-670-0863<br />
973 Fritztown Rd., Reading, PA 19608 greasemonkey61@aol.com<br />
Treasurer: James M. Seifrit, Jr. C. 610-678-4496<br />
1155 Fritztown Rd., Reinholds, PA 17569<br />
Director: Gary F. Spitler (Diane) R. 610-678-2292<br />
867 Brownsville Rd., Wernersville, PA 19565<br />
ARAB PATROL - Meeting dates vary<br />
President: Frank L. Einsel (Grace) C. 610-223-4709<br />
419 Adams Hotel Rd., Shoemakersville, PA 19555<br />
Secretary: Open Office<br />
Treasurer: Open Office<br />
CHANTERS - Meets every Monday of the month<br />
President: Bryan M. Hartman (Melanie) C. 610-780-6724<br />
463 Sunday Rd., Lenhartsville, PA 19534<br />
Secretary: Sheldon C. Rissinger (Betty) C. 484-818-1826<br />
100 W. Lincoln Ave., Robesonia, PA 19551 rissinger9@aol.com<br />
Treasurer: Donald G. Miller (Mary) R. 610-926-2315<br />
31 Hafer Dr., Leesport, PA 19533<br />
Director: David R. DeTurk C. 610-790-4996<br />
P.O. Box 57, Lyon Station, PA 19536<br />
CLOWNS - Meets fourth Monday of the month<br />
President: John Scalia (Jackie) C. 610-698-9181<br />
73 Weaver Rd., Morgantown, PA 19543<br />
Sec/Treas: David R. DeTurk C. 610-790-4996<br />
P.O. Box 57, Lyon Station, PA 19536<br />
gettysburg93@aol.com<br />
Director: Samuel L. Beam (Linda) C. 484-638-8390<br />
455 Walnuttown Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522<br />
CONCERT BAND - Meets second Sunday of the month<br />
President: Joe D. McCarthy (Bertha) R. 610-488-1382<br />
301 E. Fifth St., Bernville, PA 19506<br />
Secretary: Dale C. Schimpf R. 570-985-9308<br />
22 N. Spencer St., Frackville, PA 17931-1505 euphonium65@hotmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Thomas L. Shugar (Debb) R. 610-779-0621<br />
1105 Owls Nest Dr., Reading, PA 19606<br />
Director: Bryan D. Snyder (Judithanne) R. 610-589-2022<br />
591 Hill Rd., Robesonia, PA 19551<br />
DIRECTOR’S STAFF - Meets first Monday of the month<br />
President: Gerald A. Mengel (Barbara) R. 610-916-4069<br />
4601 Lahall Ave., Reading, PA 19605-1068<br />
Secretary: Carl S. Solarek (Elain) R. 610-926-1937<br />
261 Degler Ave., Leesport, PA 19533 csolarek261@comcast.net<br />
Treasurer: Carl G. Frey (Beth) R. 610-926-0131<br />
497 Grove Rd., Mohrsville, PA 19541<br />
Director: Barry D. Reed (Linda) R. 610-488-1180<br />
108 Mill Rd., Bernville, PA 19506-8724<br />
GUN CLUB - Quarterly<br />
President: Joel M. Franco (Carmine) C. 610-563-9258<br />
275 W. 49th St., Reading, PA 19606-3315<br />
Secretary: Michael J. Huck (Patricia) R. 610-921-5548<br />
4036 Hillview Rd., Temple, PA 19560 mjhuck@comcast.net<br />
Treasurer: Raymond F. Geiger (Barbara) R. 610-926-9162<br />
601 Seidels Run, Leesport, PA 19533<br />
LEGION OF HONOR - Meets second Tuesday of the month<br />
Commander: William E. Eveland (Jackie) R. 610-916-4401<br />
243 Callery Dr., Blandon, PA 19510<br />
Adjutant: Dennis L. Hagan, PC, PMC (Kathy) R. 610-779-9268<br />
329 Parkview Rd., Reading, PA 19606 adjloh@yahoo.com<br />
Finance Officer: Jere C. Lesher, PP (Susie) R. 717-361-3961<br />
428 Ford Dr., Elizabethtown, PA 17022<br />
MOTOR CORP - Meets third Monday of the month<br />
President: William E. Trusty (Janet) R. 610-777-7586<br />
Sundown Farm, 398 Blimline Rd., Mohnton, PA 19540-7808 C. 484-797-2995<br />
Secretary: Terry L. Hulsizer (Ruth Ann) R. 610-944-7761<br />
4027 Pricetown Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522-9708 C. 484-721-3866<br />
tlhspeedinbullet@aol.com<br />
Treasurer: Harold H. Kohl (Ann) R. 717-271-7332<br />
44 Bethany Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522 C. 717-468-7281<br />
Director: William E. Trusty (Janet) R. 610-777-7586<br />
Sundown Farm, 398 Blimline Rd., Mohnton, PA 19540-7808 C. 484-797-2995<br />
MOUNTED PATROL - Meets third Wednesday of the month<br />
Captain: Raymond D. Haslam, Jr. (Deidre) R. 610-334-5847<br />
2736 Mountain Rd., Hamburg, PA 19526 campertwo@comcast.net<br />
Secretary: Tarzan Hall (Rachel) R. 610-944-9306<br />
3600 Pricetown Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522-8977 C. 610-763-1272<br />
Treasurer: Thomas V. Conlon, Sr., PP (Brenda) W. 610-589-5919<br />
508 Hill Rd., Womelsdorf, PA 19567<br />
Director: Ryan E. Kehm (Ruth) R. 610-767-1526<br />
4992 Trout Rd., Slatington, PA 18080-4992<br />
NOBLE RIDERS OF THE MYSTIC SHRINE - Meeting dates vary<br />
President: Thomas V. Conlon, Sr., PP (Brenda) W. 610-589-5919<br />
508 Hill Rd., Womelsdorf, PA 19567<br />
Secretary: Shane R. Paisley (Janelle) C. 610-781-0035<br />
15 Upland Rd., Reading, PA 19609 shane@designrev.com<br />
Treasurer: Donald B. Houston (Joyce) C. 267-371-9549<br />
585 Summit Ln., Riegelsville, PA 18077<br />
ORIENTAL BAND - Meets first Tuesday of the month<br />
President: Donald G. Heimbecker (Carol) R. 610-417-9926<br />
2703 John St., Easton, PA 18045-2614<br />
Secretary: Wayne M. Grumbein (Julie) R. 610-434-0686<br />
944 S. Hillview Rd., Allentown, PA 18103-6154 wayne1980@hotmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Theodore E. Werkheiser, Jr. (Lisa) R. 610-349-3290<br />
1416 N. 18th St., Allentown, PA 18104-1563<br />
Director: John K. Grumbein (Sharon) R. 610-395-6578<br />
7520 Trexler Circle, Trexlertown, PA 18087-9601<br />
PROVOST GUARD - Meets Third Tuesday of the month<br />
President: Dennis C. Loch (Jackie) R. 610-360-3797<br />
291 Millcreek Rd., Kutztown, PA 19530<br />
Secretary: Gregory J. Lewis, PP (Joan) R. 610-223-3857<br />
108 New York Ave., Sinking Spring, PA 19608 glewis1080@gmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Tarzan Hall (Rachel) R. 610-944-9306<br />
3600 Pricetown Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522<br />
Director: Ryan E. Kehm (Ruth) R. 610-767-1526<br />
4992 Trout Rd., Slatington, PA 18080<br />
STRING BAND - Meets second Wednesday of the month<br />
President: Ronald L. Miller (Rebecca) R. 610-926-4960<br />
1203 Bellemans Church Rd., Mohrsville, PA 19541<br />
Secretary: Thomas J. Dietrich, Jr.(Donna) R. 610-926-2467<br />
908 Sleepy Hollow Dr., Mohrsville, PA 19541 tdietrich38@gmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Joseph I. Aulenbach (Nancy) R. 610-775-5859<br />
34 Matthew Dr., Sinking Spring, PA 19608<br />
Director: Bruce D. Dengler (Marian) R. 610-916-2867<br />
221 P Orchard Rd., Reading, PA 19605<br />
UNITS & CLUBS COMMITTEE<br />
Comprised of Representatives from each Unit & Club<br />
Meets fourth Wednesday of the month<br />
President: Harold A. Spatz (Barbara) R. 610-926-2393<br />
552 Irish Creek Rd., Mohrsville, PA 19541<br />
Sec/Treas: Tarzan Hall (Rachel) R. 610-944-9306<br />
3600 Pricetown Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522-8977 C. 610-763-1272<br />
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SHRINE CLUB OFFICERS – 2018<br />
BETHLEHEM SHRINE CLUB - Meets first Monday of the month<br />
President: Garrett M. Newhartz (Katelyn) C. 484-895-9362<br />
514 Batts Switch Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064<br />
Secretary: George M. Makoul (Kathy) R. 610-759-2669<br />
280 Farmview Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064<br />
kg27@rcn.com<br />
Treasurer: Thomas A. Male (Louise) C. 610-509-3385<br />
5801 Helen Dr., Allentown, PA 18104<br />
BRANDYWINE SHRINE CLUB - Meets third Tuesday of the month<br />
President: John F. Mastrippolito (Elizabeth) R. 610-268-5908<br />
189 Ewart Rd., Avondale, PA 19311<br />
Secretary: Donald B. Lynn (Sandra) R. 610-269-5717<br />
211 La Vida Via, Downingtown, PA 19335<br />
djlynn1@verizon.net<br />
Treasurer: Eric T. Downs (Chrissie) R. 610-347-1102<br />
1 Rockford Crossing Lane, Kennett Square, PA 19348<br />
Director: Carl L. Hinderer (Carol) R. 610-793-1739<br />
1326 Bridge Rd., West Chester, PA 19382<br />
1 Rockford Crossing Lane, Kennett Square, PA 19348<br />
CARBON SHRINE CLUB - Meets second Tuesday of the month<br />
President: George C. Weaver (Gail) C. 484-629-0789<br />
222 Carbon St., Lehighton, PA 18235<br />
Secretary: Michael J. Hopstock (Donna) C. 610-577-6521<br />
330 S. 9th St., Lehighton, PA 18235 hopm@ptd.net<br />
Treasurer: Edward H. Hawk C. 570-401-1189<br />
1019 North St., Jim Thorpe, PA 18229<br />
LANCASTER SHRINE CLUB - Meets second Thursday of the month<br />
President: John P. Humphreys (Joanne) R. 717-871-8656<br />
30 Magnolia Dr., Conestoga, PA 17516<br />
Secretary: William F. Horn (Sandi) R. 717-656-2676<br />
30 Aspen Dr., Leola, PA 17540-9615 billhorn@frontiernet.net<br />
Treasurer: Jerold C. Kopenhaver (Cynthia) R. 717-287-2495<br />
419 Ford Dr., Elizabethtown, PA 17022<br />
LEBANON SHRINE CLUB - Meets fourth Monday of the month<br />
President: Richard E. Miller (Beth) R 717-272-4079<br />
1785 Woodridge Ct., Lebanon, PA 17046<br />
Secretary: John R. Bainbridge, Jr. (Suzanne) R. 717-272-5466<br />
270 Kathy Court, Lebanon, PA 17042 ccijohn2@comcast.net<br />
Treasurer: Dennis G. Royer (Stefanie) R 717-933-5027<br />
P.O. Box 12, Rehrersburg, PA 19550<br />
LEHIGH SHRINE CLUB - Meets first Wednesday of the month<br />
President: Earl J. Marlatt (Judith) C. 267-371-9451<br />
7866 Locust Valley Rd., Quakertown, PA 18951<br />
Secretary: John E. Stahr, Jr. (Anita) R. 610-866-8455<br />
1677 Creek View Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18015 john.stahr@rcn.com<br />
Treasurer: Paul A. Lizun (Nancy) R. 610-967-3785<br />
4540 S. Mountain Dr., Emmaus, PA 18049<br />
NORTH PENN SHRINE CLUB - Meets fourth Wednesday of the month<br />
President: Jack Snyder (Sarah) C. 267-374-9488<br />
2448 Trewigtown Rd., Colmar, PA 18915<br />
Secretary: James Atkins (Renee) C. 215-262-8013<br />
109 N. Third St., North Wales, PA 19454 jim.atkins999@gmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Paul E. Funk (Gloria) R. 215-536-3332<br />
301 S. 11th St., Quakertown, PA 18951<br />
RAJAH SHRINE CLUB - Meets first Friday of the month<br />
President: David R. DeTurk C. 610-790-4996<br />
P.O. Box 57, Lyon Station, PA 19536<br />
Secretary: Russel G. Hottenstein R. 610-944-8167<br />
12 Schmehl Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522 russhottenstein@yahoo.com<br />
Treasurer: John W. Freeston (Janet) R. 610-678-2985<br />
1107 Dogwood Dr., Reading, PA 19609<br />
SCHUYLKILL SHRINE CLUB - Meets fourth Tuesday of the month<br />
President: David A. Teter (Lori) R. 570-943-2709<br />
146 Whitetail Ln., Orwigsburg, PA 17961<br />
Secretary: Glenn T. Sattizahn Jr., PP (Janet) C. 570-449-2613<br />
131 Willow St., Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972-1131 gsattizahn@alphamills.com<br />
Treasurer: Ira C. Boyer (Sue) R. 570-385-0650<br />
9 Margaret Terrace, Pottsville, PA 17901<br />
ANGLERS - Meets first Wednesday of the month<br />
President: Ronald L. Szapacs (Lois) R. 610-767-8436<br />
7823 Rextown Rd., Slatington, PA 18080<br />
Secretary: John F. Pavlick (Kathy) C. 610-393-5799<br />
3347 Berger St., Allentown, PA 18103 pavlickjf@aol.com<br />
Treasurer: Clarence E. Smith (Florence) R. 610-760-2455<br />
8646 S. Loop Rd., Slatington, PA 18080-3615<br />
Director: Nicholas A. Smith R. 610-767-6285<br />
214 Second St., Walnutport, PA 18088<br />
CARAVANERS - Meets various dates of month except Dec.,Jan., Feb.<br />
President: Rev. David C. Newhart C. 610-842-3872<br />
2823 Sequoia Dr., Macungie, PA 18062<br />
Secretary: Earl W. Binder, PP (Amy) R. 610-395-1490<br />
1433 Butz Rd., Breinigsville, PA 18031 my3bloodhounds@gmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Terry A. Iasiello (Judy) R. 610-691-8216<br />
1519 Colgate Dr., Bethlehem, PA 18017<br />
GOLF CLUB - Meeting dates vary<br />
President: Frank L. Einsel (Grace) R. 610-562-3166<br />
419 Adams Hotel Rd., Shoemakersville, PA 19555<br />
Secretary: Allan D. Meckley (Brenda) R. 717-682-4416<br />
723 North Fifth St., Denver, PA 17517 Almeckley9@gmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Allan D. Meckley (Brenda) R. 717-682-4416<br />
723 North Fifth St., Denver, PA 17517<br />
HOSPITAL SERVICE - Meets quarterly<br />
President: Paul W. Shaw (Donna) R. 610-965-6417<br />
1600 Westview Dr., Coopersburg, PA 18036 C. 484-221-0548<br />
Secretary: Carl J. Willis (Carol) R. 610-799-6853<br />
3338 Fairland Dr., Schnecksville, PA 18078 cjwillis@ptd.net<br />
Treasurer: Carl J. Willis (Carol) R. 610-799-6853<br />
3338 Fairland Dr., Schnecksville, PA 18078<br />
LANCASTER S.C. ORIENTAL BAND - Meets second Monday of the month<br />
President: Mahlon E. Hariu, PP (Joanne) R. 717-287-2120<br />
623 Garfield Dr., Elizabethtown, PA 17022<br />
Secretary: Open Office<br />
Treasurer: William P. Ulrich, PP R. 610-914-0284<br />
1413 Fritztown Rd., Reinholds, PA 17569<br />
Director: Jay M. Laser (Beverly) R. 717-898-1464<br />
3100 Windsor Drive, Landisville, PA 17538<br />
PAST MASTERS CLUB - Meets quarterly<br />
President: Barry L. Weisser R. 610-780-9079<br />
1091 Pottsville Pike, Shoemakersville, PA 19555<br />
Secretary: Lee D. Brisan (Beverly) R. 610-562-3149<br />
257 Schappell Rd., Hamburg, PA 19526 bbri101930@comcast.net<br />
Treasurer: Dennis R. Snoke (Lou Ann) R. 610-779-3431<br />
300 Spies Church Road, Reading, PA 19606<br />
Director: L. Donald Loos, Jr. (Barbara) R. 610-678-1063<br />
108 Daisy Court, Sinking Spring, PA 19608<br />
TIN LIZZIES - Meets fourth Thursday of the month<br />
President: Bruce E. Johnson (Sally) R. 610-759-4948<br />
359 Georgetown Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064<br />
Secretary: Sam Ellis (Kay) R. 610-252-9762<br />
2409 Treeline Dr., Easton, PA 18040-7525 sellis4947@aol.com<br />
Treasurer: Ronald E. Barron (Cheryl) R. 610-767-6454<br />
1169 Riverview Dr., Walnutport, PA 18088<br />
Director: Garrett M. Newhartz (Katelyn) R. 484-895-9362<br />
514 Batts Switch Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064<br />
CABIRI - Meets quarterly<br />
President: Lawrence S. Bortz, III (Barbara) C. 610-780-0101<br />
35 Liberty St., Reading, PA 19607<br />
Sec/Treas: Gregory J. Lewis, PP (Joan) R. 610-670-2920<br />
108 New York Ave., Sinking Spring, PA. 19608 glewis1080@verizon.net<br />
RAJAH LADIES - Meets first Monday of month, no Jan. & Feb.<br />
President: Open Office<br />
Secretary: Darlene F. Staudt R. 610-926-5830<br />
826 Shoey Rd., Mohrsville, PA 19541<br />
Treasurer: Judy A. Yorty R. 717-274-2129<br />
104 Green Acres Trailer Court, Lebanon, PA 17046<br />
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– <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine 2018 Trip: Punta Cana –<br />
Join Potentate Jared and Lady Kim Kichline on a 7-night stay in Punta Cana<br />
PUNTA CANA From May 30 - June 6, 2018, experience paradise at the all-new and all-inclusive Dream<br />
Dominicus La Romana in the town of Bayahibe on the Caribbean Sea.<br />
- Round-trip air between Philadelphia and Punta Cana with transfers to the resort<br />
- 7-Nights accommodation at the all-new and all-inclusive Dreams Dominicus La Romana<br />
- 24-hour Unlimited Luxury room service, plus all included meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, snacks,<br />
live entertainment, activities and more!<br />
- Complimentary cocktail party hosted by Potentate Jared and Lady Kim Kichline<br />
- Services of a professional Boscov’s Travel Escort (with a minimum of 30 full paying guests)<br />
– <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine 2018 Trip: Salem, Massachusetts –<br />
Join Potentate Jared and Lady Kim Kichline<br />
on a Salem Witch Weekend motorcoach trip<br />
SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS<br />
From October 4 - 7, 2018, explore the mystery of Salem and discovery a<br />
city that is known for much more than witchcraft hysteria. You’ll have a<br />
“ghostly” good time--if you dare!<br />
- 3-Nights accommodations at the Best Western Plus North Shore with access to their hospitality room<br />
- 5 meals, admission to multiple venues, and escorted motorcoach<br />
- Highlights include an evening walking ghost tour; admission to the Peabody Essex Museum, Salem Witch<br />
Museum and an interactive reenactment of a witch trial; a tour of the House of Seven Gables--inspiration for<br />
Nathaniel Hawthorne’s novel; a visit to the Salem Maritime National Historic Site; a Boston Duck Tour; a visit to<br />
the Shriners Children’s Hospital in Boston; and more!<br />
Call to reserve your trip today!<br />
Boscov’s Travel, 800-782-5605 or 610-779-8640<br />
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Roger C. Reis<br />
LEHIGH SHRINE CLUB<br />
From the Officers, Board of Directors and Members, we wish you and your families a happy,<br />
healthy and prosperous 2018!<br />
By the time you read this article, Mass Installation will have occurred and we will have a new<br />
Potentate; Illustrious Sir Jared R. Kichline and his Lady Kim. We know our Shrine continues in<br />
good hands and that we will all work with the Pote and his Lady to move forward into the future.<br />
Thank you to Past Potentate Ill. Sir David W. Evans and his Lady Sarah for their busy year and<br />
hard work on our behalf. Both Potentates are members of the Lehigh Shrine Club (shameless<br />
plug for our Club)!<br />
We held our Annual Raffle drawing at our regular dinner meeting on Wednesday, Nov 1. The<br />
Potentate and Lady Sarah, as well as 24 Nobles and Ladies, enjoyed a great pork chop meal. We gave<br />
away $1,200 in 15 drawings. This is a fund raiser for our Club and we are grateful to<br />
everyone who purchased a ticket. Again, as unfortunately is becoming a tradition, none of my tickets were drawn.<br />
I help with the drawings so, at least, if someone thinks I am cheating, they know I am doing a lousy job.<br />
December 20 was our Christmas Party, which was well attended. Each Lady left with a poinsettia plant. A string quartet from<br />
Parkland High School entertained us with traditional Christmas songs. It is always a treat to see young men and women dressed<br />
up and playing such wonderful music. There were also a number of door prizes given out. It really was a nice event so close to<br />
Christmas.<br />
Our first meeting in 2018 was on January 3. Due to some bad weather, there were only 19 Nobles and Ladies present but they<br />
included the Potentate, Chief Rabban, and their Ladies. There was an excellent meal of pot roast and potatoes, followed<br />
by Boston cream pie. We welcomed our new President, Noble Earl Marlett, and presented him with his gavel, which the<br />
Chief Rabban immediately swiped. We also had a memorial service for our four Nobles taken by the Black Camel in 2017.<br />
Many thanks to Noble William A. Remo, Jr., P.P., for filling in as Acting President for 2017. He really stepped in when needed.<br />
Remember to attend and support your Clubs and Units. Without an active membership, we will cease to exist!<br />
RAJAH LADIES GROUP<br />
The <strong>Rajah</strong> Ladies met at Chef Alan’s Restaurant the<br />
first Monday in December. For their<br />
Christmas celebration they threw<br />
themselves an apron party. Lady<br />
Barbara Maxwell led a discussion of<br />
the history and characteristics of various<br />
styles of aprons. The ladies brought<br />
and modeled examples that illustrated<br />
handwork from friends, relatives, and gifts<br />
from foreign travels. Lady Joy Taglieber<br />
modeled her dad’s painters apron complete<br />
with his tools, and Ill. Sir Larry Bortz, PP modeled the new bib<br />
apron that was the raffle prize of the day. We made merry, but also<br />
designated a gift to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital for year end.<br />
If you are a <strong>Rajah</strong> widow and would like to join us Monday<br />
March 5, please contact treasurer Lady Judy Yorty at 717 274-2129.<br />
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Lady Barbara<br />
Maxwell<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Ladies' Group: If you are the widow of a Shriner and have missed the<br />
opportunity to visit with this group, please contact Judy Yorty, treasurer, at<br />
(717) 274-2129. Luncheon meetings are held the first monday of each month<br />
from March until January at Chef Alan's in West Reading.
<strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine 2018<br />
Shirt Order Form<br />
Nobles Shirt<br />
Tri-Mountain Mens Grey pocket Polo Shirt<br />
with name embroidered under Pote's Logo.<br />
Small ($39) ____ / Med ($39) ____ / Large ($39) ____ / XL or XLT ($39) ____<br />
2XL or 2XLT ($42) ____ / 3XL or 3XLT ($45) ____ / 4XL or 4XLT ($48) ____<br />
5XL ($51) ____ / 6XL ($54) ____<br />
Embroidered Name of Noble: ________________________________________<br />
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Ladies Embroidered Shirt and Cardigan<br />
Port Authority stretch V-neck Ladies Magenta Tee<br />
Small ($16) ____ / Med ($16) ____ / Large ($16) ____<br />
XL ($16) ____ / 2XL ($18) ____ / 3XL ($22) ____ / 4XL ($24) ____<br />
Port Authority stretch Button Front Ladies Magenta Cardigan<br />
Small ($24) ____ / Med ($24) ____ / Large ($24) ____<br />
XL ($24) ____ / 2XL ($26) ____ / 3XL ($30) ____ / 4XL ($32) ____<br />
Embroidered Ladies Name: _________ or check here for No Ladies Name: ____<br />
Both Mens and Ladies shirts run true to size.<br />
Please Indicate quantity ordered next to size, and Please circle mens Regular or Tall Size.<br />
____ I will pick up my shirt(s) at the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Office<br />
____ Please mail my shirt(s) for an extra $6.50 per shirt<br />
Total Amount Enclosed: $ ________________<br />
Name: ___________________________________ Phone: _______________<br />
Address: ________________________________________________________<br />
City: __________________________________ State: ______ ZIP: ________<br />
Mail completed form and check payable to <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine:<br />
P.O. Box 40, Blandon, PA. 19510 / Phone: 610-916-9000<br />
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LEGION OF HONOR<br />
Ahoy Nobles,<br />
The Officers of <strong>Rajah</strong> L.O.H. would like to thank all who attended our annual Christmas Party with the<br />
Caravaner’s and Clowns! I’m sure all had a great time. People were up dancing and having a ball!<br />
Congratulations to our new Past Commander, Bryan Stoudt. He did a fine job. Our incoming Commander<br />
for the third time is our own Santa Claus, William E. (Bill) Eveland, PC, and Lady Jackie. His elected staff<br />
is: 1st Vice Commander Mike Quinn and Lady Ann, 2nd Vice Commander Clint Starkey and Lady Betty,<br />
and our newest 3rd Vice Commander, Jim Cocuzza and Lady Cynthia. The Finance Officer is Ill. Sir Jere<br />
Lesher, PP, PC, and Lady Susie. Adjutant is Dennis Hagan, PC, PMC, and Lady Kathy. Watch your mail<br />
for a list of all the officers with phone numbers and addresses. This will be your officers guide for the year<br />
Dennis Hagan 2018.<br />
Commander Bill is going to do something completely different this year. His Commander’s Ball is going<br />
to be a Hoe Down/Square Dance with professional square dance caller Legion Noble Ray Ayers! This is going to be quite an<br />
evening so please plan on coming out to this affair! Get your best jeans & cowboy shirt, your boots or clod hoppers and come join<br />
the fun! The Shindig will be held at the Inn At Reading. More info to follow but I did hear some of the vittles will be steak!<br />
April 5-8 is the Mid Atlantic Shrine Assoc. Legions of Honor Spring Meeting in Harrisburg, PA. A special occasion for sure as<br />
our own PC, Ill. Sir Bill Remo, Jr, PP, will be elevated to 1st Lt. Commander! M.A.S.A. L.O.H. is well represented by <strong>Rajah</strong>. PC,<br />
PMC, Barry Weisser is the M.A.S.A. L.O.H. Adjutant and there are 5 living Past M.A.S.A. Commanders to represent our Shrine at<br />
this event. Plus, many emeritus and interested Nobles and their Ladies.<br />
DUES. Nobles, please don’t forget to get your dues in promptly. This money is used to get your mailings out and get you the<br />
information for our Unit. Dues are due January 1st and must be paid by May or you will be suspended! Please take care of this<br />
matter as soon as possible to avoid problems. Thank you.<br />
July 21st is the Legion of Honor Family Picnic. This has grown to be quite the affair! Commander Bill has given the okay for<br />
Barn Yard Bingo! I have Jakey the Amishman’s word the corn will be in, and there will be some nice fresh veggies in the cooler!<br />
Yep, plenty of eggs too! So, mark your calendar for this one!<br />
July 28, 2018 will be the VA Burger Burn up at the Lebanon VA Hospital. This has become very popular with our Nobles and<br />
Legion Ladies & guests, making a nice picnic fare lunch for our shut-in veterans. It is held in conjunction with our Legion Brothers<br />
from Zembo Shrine and their Legion Ladies. It is just a wonderful experience.<br />
Last but not least we’d like to welcome our new Legion Nobles, Noble Harold “Bud” Kohl, Noble Dennis Little, Noble Dennis<br />
Shaffer and Noble Raymond Kunkel to our Unit. Welcome Nobles.<br />
ANNUAL MEETING<br />
The installation of the 2018 Divan took place at the January 6 Annual Meeting. Illustrious Sir Ronald Rapp, PP, administered<br />
the officers’ oaths and obligations. The honor of placing the Potentate’s Jewel and Fez on the new potentate, Illustrious Sir Jared<br />
Kichline, fell to Illustrious Sir Edward Engle, PP, because he had originally appointed Noble Jared to the progressive line of <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Shrine back in 2013.<br />
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ATTENTION ALL NOBLES<br />
STATED MEETING<br />
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2018<br />
Please be advised that a stated meeting of the Nobility of the <strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Shriners will be held at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, April 18, 2018, in the<br />
Banquet Hall at the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shriners Complex, 221 Orchard Road,<br />
Reading, Pa. 19605.<br />
The business of the meeting will be to present to the body, discuss and vote, if<br />
necessary, on the following items:<br />
• To vote on candidates for creation, affiliation and restoration.<br />
• Any other business that may lawfully come before the body.<br />
Illustrious Sir Jared R. Kichline, Potentate<br />
Attest: Joseph J. Hagan, Sr., Recorder<br />
HOSPITAL SERVICES<br />
The Hospital Service Unit had a great year. Meetings were held by Hospital Ambassador Paul Shaw and<br />
were well attended and productive.<br />
At the end of 2017, 137 hours of television programs from Shriners Hospitals and the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine<br />
Chapter were seen over RCN Cable Networks in the greater Lehigh Valley area, Allentown (which is the<br />
third largest city in Pennsylvania), Philadelphia, Delaware Valley, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Boston<br />
and New York. Thanks to RCN management: Rick Geho, Station Manager; Dan Mowdy, host of RCN<br />
Community Spotlight; and their excellent crew.<br />
“What It Is To Be A Shriner” was seen on RCN Television for the first time. Past Potentate, David W.<br />
Evans, and Lawrence W. Bortz, 2016 Potentate, presented an overall view, of what it is like to be a Shriner.<br />
Bob Bainbridge Recorder Joseph J. Hagan, Sr., helped in the production.<br />
Congratulations to Stephanie Byrwa, Public Relations Manager; John A. Swartz, Esq., Chairman of the<br />
Board; and Terry Diamond, Product Development; for presenting an overall view of Shriners Hospitals<br />
helping children.<br />
Joy Young, P.R. Specialist from Shriners Hospitals, was invited for<br />
the second time to RCN Studio and was well received. This is the firsttime<br />
scoliosis was presented to RCN viewing audience. Joy presented<br />
the 30-minute program in three segments. Scoliosis is an abnormal<br />
curvature of the spine that can limit mobility and, some of the time,<br />
contributes to more serious health problems. It affects 6-9 million people<br />
in the U.S. and millions more worldwide. It is a progressive condition<br />
diagnosed when children are rapidly growing between the ages of 10-<br />
15 years of age. There is no known cause. It can go undetected, since<br />
not all schools check children’s’ spines. Katheryn Salinas, P.R., Social<br />
Media Specialist, was acknowledged for her detailed outline on what<br />
Shriners Hospitals are doing to help children with scoliosis.<br />
Ambassador Shaw and the Hospital Service Unit are looking forward<br />
to the leadership of incoming Potentate Jared R. Kichline and Lady Kim<br />
to take us into 2018 for another great year.<br />
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Joy Young, PR specialist, Shriners Hospitals,<br />
interviewed on RCN's Community Spotlight
Forks of the Delaware TIN LIZZIES<br />
Happy New Year Nobles,<br />
Congratulations to Illustrious Sir<br />
Jared Kichline, the Divan and to all<br />
appointed and elected officers for<br />
2018. Best wishes for a successful and<br />
productive year, and congratulations to<br />
our club’s new president, Noble Bruce<br />
Johnson. Bruce is a past president and<br />
will do a terrific job in 2018. Thanks<br />
also to outgoing president Henry Faust<br />
Sam Ellis<br />
who did an outstanding job leading the<br />
club in 2016 and 2017<br />
At our Christmas Dinner at the Northampton Community<br />
Center in Northampton, Sam Ellis was named Tin Lizzie of the<br />
Year, proof that you can fool some of the people some of the<br />
time. Noble Ron Barron picked up a special fun award. Ron<br />
was also chairman of this year’s event. Along with Ron and his<br />
Lady Cheryl, many nobles and ladies contributed to the success<br />
of the Christmas party. Thanks to Henry and Patricia Faust, Bruce<br />
and Sally Johnson, Garrett and Katlyn Newhartz, Lee and Joyce<br />
Marsh, and Sam and Kay Ellis. The food was great, and there were<br />
lots of gifts, and good entertainment.<br />
Another highlight of the Christmas dinner was the presentation<br />
of a commemorative slate clock to Illustrious Sir Dave Evans and a<br />
Christmas bouquet to Lady Sarah. It is our way of congratulating them<br />
for a job well done.<br />
The Officers and nobles of the Tin Lizzies are anticipating a busy<br />
year with our Shoofly Pie baking project resuming this month. We<br />
bake and sell an average of 400 to 500 pies every other week until<br />
June and beginning again in the fall. We bake at St. Johns Church in<br />
Farmersville and we’re always looking for volunteers to help. It’s a<br />
fun morning and we even serve lunch. If you’re interested in getting<br />
involved, contact Sam Ellis at 610-390-6188.<br />
On a sad note we lost two valued members in January, Nobles<br />
Myron Hahn and Leroy Kromis. They will be missed<br />
LEBANON SHRINE CLUB<br />
Ron Barron with special award in center of<br />
picture with Garrett Newhart, Parade Director on<br />
left and club president Henry Faust on right.<br />
The club presented Illustrious Sir Dave<br />
Evans with a slate clock that featured an<br />
engraving of his Potentate Logo.<br />
Many thanks to Ill. Sir Dave Evans and Lady Sarah for a great year. <strong>Rajah</strong> stays strong because of the<br />
hard work of its leadership. Welcome to Ill. Sir Jared and Lady Kim. 2018 will be a year full of progress<br />
and growth for sure. There had been a rumor that the Divan had been directed to grow beards so the<br />
official family would look like ZZ Top, but the rumor proved to be false.<br />
Lebanon County Shrine Club needs member support to attend its meetings. We are in danger of not<br />
being able to hold meetings because only a handful of members are attending. Come out and support us<br />
on the fourth Monday and bring your Lady. Contact Sec. John Bainbridge Jr. at 717-272-5466 and make<br />
your reservations.<br />
Dennis Royer<br />
We are getting into Circus mode and selling ads. <strong>February</strong> will be our Circus Night meeting at Midway<br />
Diner with the Circus Chairmen from <strong>Rajah</strong> and Zembo in attendance. Maybe some clowns will do some<br />
clown stuff like wreck the place. It is always great to be a Shriner.<br />
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Ill. Sir<br />
Greg Lewis, PP<br />
RAJAH CHANTERS<br />
When we look back on 2017, the <strong>Rajah</strong> Chanters can point with pride to several of our accomplishments.<br />
We had a successful 25th Annual Afternoon of Music; we competed at the Shrine Chanters Association<br />
International at the Imperial Sessions in July, placing 2nd; we took top honors in both large group and small<br />
group at the Mid-Atlantic Shrine Association competition in Virginia Beach in Septemper; we entertained<br />
hundreds of music lovers at several performances and participated in a few parades to the delight of<br />
many people lining the streets, but, most of all, we sang for the children we support through the Shriners’<br />
Hospitals for Children.<br />
Yes, in many ways it was a most successful year! But, before we look ahead, we would like to thank our<br />
immediate Past President, Ill. Sir Ed Engle, PP and his lady Ferne for their leadership and guidance in 2017.<br />
As we go forward, we are happy to have a past president of the Chanters stepping up again to lead us<br />
in two ways. Noble Bryan Hartman, who served as President a few years to take over the helm once again.<br />
Bryan is also our lead music conductor. We know that he and Lady Melanie will once again make us proud to have them leading<br />
our group. Melanie will do double duty, too, as on occasion she is our fill-in accompanist when Bruce Rohrbach is busy with work<br />
or other duties.<br />
The First Vice-President is Dave DeTurk, Second VP is Curtis Flitchner, Treasurer is Donald (Punky) Miller and Secretary is<br />
Shel Rissinger. Also doing double duty is Dave DeTurk, serving as the Unit Director, too.<br />
We are also proud to have two of our members serving in leadership capacities outside of <strong>Rajah</strong>. Noble Dan Heffelfinger is the<br />
current President of the Mid-Atlantic Shrine Chanters Association and Ill. Sir Greg Lewis, PP is serving as Second Vice-President<br />
of the Shrine Chanters International Association.<br />
As you peruse your calendar for this year, please mark Sunday, April 15th as a very important day for again two reasons. Yes,<br />
your income tax filing is due AND it will be the <strong>Rajah</strong> Chanters 26th Annual Afternoon of Music at Kutztown H. S. Auditorium<br />
at 2 PM.<br />
Having said all of that, 2018 promises to be a busy year for us and we are seeking new members to join us. If you love music<br />
and have a desire to sing, please accept this as your invitation to join us at one of our rehearsals. We meet every Monday night at 7<br />
at the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Complex in the All-Purpose Room - no experience necessary.<br />
MOTOR<br />
CORP<br />
Ill. Sir Dave<br />
Evans, PP<br />
Greetings from the<br />
Motor Corps,<br />
The <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Motor Corps is preparing<br />
for their annual Horse Races on <strong>February</strong> 10th in<br />
combination with the <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine Oriental Band.<br />
Tickets can be procured from either John Grumbein<br />
or Bill Trusty. Looking further ahead, we can<br />
always use more members for the 2018 parade<br />
season. Please contact President Bill Trusty at 610-<br />
777-7586 for more info.<br />
ANGLERS<br />
The Anglers Club completed 2017 with our<br />
annual Christmas party that was well attended<br />
with over 80 people. The entertainment was very<br />
enjoyable. We had several awards presented.<br />
Helmut Wicker received the first Anglers<br />
100-million-dollar club award. We recognized the<br />
ten anglers that accumulated the highest points<br />
for this award. Marv Miller listed four candidates<br />
Ron Szapacs and their qualifications for the Ryan Award. The<br />
audience voted and Nick Smith was overwhelming<br />
selected to receive the prestigous Ryan Award. Ruth Wicker was recognized<br />
for her efforts over the past three years for scheduling anglers to work the<br />
weekly Shrine bingo. Our Potentate, Dave Evans and his Lady Sara were<br />
also recognized and received gifts from the Anglers.<br />
A new event for 2018 - we are planning a fishing derby to be held at a<br />
local lake. This event will be open to all Shriners. Stay tuned for details. The<br />
fish fry will be held in August this year. We need more time to catch fish as<br />
this event always has a great turn out.<br />
The Anglers Club is excited with our new activities planned for 2018. We<br />
wish the best year for our new Potentate Jared Kichline and the Divan. As<br />
always, the Anglers will be available to help with all <strong>Rajah</strong> Shrine events.<br />
We would also like to wish all the units and clubs a successful 2018.<br />
To purchase sauerkraut, contact any Angler - $4.00 for a 2 lb. bag.<br />
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IS FAST APPROACHING, SO GET THOSE TICKETS TURNED IN<br />
PUT OUT FLYERS AND COUPONS, VOLUNTEER TO HELP<br />
BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, ENJOY THE SHOW<br />
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CIRCUS WITH A HUGE TURNOUT<br />
MARCH 7TH –11TH, 2018<br />
NOBLE RIDERS<br />
Nobles,<br />
Welcome to 2018. As with every new year that comes upon us, we find that we<br />
keep improving and getting better at what we do. We expect that this year will be no<br />
different and we are hard at it fine tuning our processes.<br />
Thank you to our outgoing 2017 Potentate David Evans and his wonderful Lady<br />
Sarah. You had an exciting and fast moving year and we really thank you for your<br />
leadership. We look forward to seeing both of you back at the Noble Riders meetings<br />
and our on our rides this season.<br />
We wish a warm welcome to our 2018 Potentate, Jared R. Kichline and his lovely Lady Kim. Jared, of<br />
course, is also a Noble Rider and we look forward to supporting his year. We hope the two of you can make<br />
Richard Jessop some time to attend a few of our upcoming rides this year.<br />
We are already well into our planning cycle for our 3rd Annual Poker Run on August 4, 2018. However<br />
there is still a bit of snow outside the window at the moment. In the meantime, our plans are being secured for our Units 2nd annual<br />
Cabin Fever winter covered dish social get together at our <strong>February</strong> 25 meeting.<br />
This year will be no different for us than other years. It will be a busy one as I already count 37 dates on our calendar of activities.<br />
These range from one- or two-day to weeklong events throughout the year. Whether supporting Shrine events locally or afar, we are<br />
always up to the task of promoting membership and fundraising to support the children.<br />
To all, have a fantastic 2018 and we look forward to seeing you out there.<br />
Please remember, if you know any Nobles or any Brothers who ride, let them know of us as we are always looking for new<br />
members. For any questions or membership applications, please contact Noble President, Thomas V. Conlon Sr. PP - tomtom1959@<br />
aol.com (610.780.4020) or Noble CMO, Richard W. Jessop - richardjessop@hotmail.com (347.410.0177).<br />
Remember, we are on Facebook so please like our page (and have your family and friends do so as well).<br />
http://www.facebook.com/nobleridersofthemysticshrine.<br />
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Rev. David<br />
Newhart<br />
THE CHAPLAIN’S STUDY<br />
So here we are in the New Year and all things are now new!<br />
Well, not exactly, but perhaps somewhat different. All things change, and we are part of a continuing<br />
creation and so all things grow. All things must become different with the change in the world today.<br />
I consider what has changed in our midst, like Good Shepherd Home in Allentown. That began as a<br />
home for crippled children and it had forty to fifty permanent residents. I can remember driving by the<br />
home in Allentown when many of those residents were set outside in their wheelchairs to watch the cars<br />
drive by and they waved at those who honked their horns.<br />
Today Good Shepherd has no permanent residents and does far more that tread crippled children. It has<br />
become one of the finest rehabilitation hospitals in Pennsylvania. Good Shepherd had to adapt to the times<br />
in which it was growing.<br />
So, we too must adapt to the times in which we grow. Yet the lesson we have learned, to live with people<br />
and to treat them with great care, is still important. Even though Good Shepherd has changed the style of its ministry, it still deals<br />
with the people who need help.<br />
We, too, are called to adapt to the world around us and still be our brother’s keeper and still help the helpless and those without<br />
the money to care for themselves. So, we as Shriners continue to serve the children who have birth defects of their bodies and need<br />
the medical treatment that we have continued to give so many children for so many years.<br />
We continue to see the need and adapt to the changes in the kinds of diseases that affect the bodies of children and find new and<br />
better ways of treating those problems.<br />
Life Changes<br />
The Shriners hospitals grow, and the number of patients<br />
grow and our ability to serve them must also grow to meet the<br />
continuing costs.<br />
We have the great responsibility to see that children are returned<br />
to a normal life and continue to function in a world always full of<br />
change and new things.<br />
May we continue to be a blessing to all through Shriner’s<br />
Children’s Hospital.<br />
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CARBON COUNTY<br />
APRIL FOOL’S DAY GALA<br />
The Carbon County Shrine Club is proud to present the 2nd<br />
annual APRIL FOOL’S DAY Ladies Night Gala from 5-10 p.m.<br />
on Saturday, March 31, 2018, at the Shrine Complex.<br />
Bring your best joke, short story or tall tale and join the Carbon<br />
County Shrine Club for an evening filled with fun & frivolity!<br />
Doors open at 4:00 p.m. – Family style dinner at 5:00 p.m. –<br />
Fool’s program 6:00 p.m. and dancing from 7:00-10:00 p.m.<br />
This is without a doubt the most fun and laughter you will<br />
have in one evening. Prizes will be awarded for the “best” (as we<br />
see fit for an April Fool’s Day event) outfit, hat, joke, short story<br />
and tall tale. It’s best to bring your sense of humor or not come<br />
at all.<br />
Dress code is fun at all cost. Speaking of cost, tickets are $35<br />
per person or $60 per couple. For tickets or information, call<br />
Duane Dellecker at 610-417-2939.
Obituaries<br />
RICHARD R. MILLER<br />
Reading<br />
DIED: NOVEMBER 24, 2017<br />
HAROLD G. PEFFLEY<br />
Reading<br />
DIED: DECEMBER 18, 2017<br />
RICHARD E. SAMSEL<br />
Perkasie<br />
DIED: DECEMBER 23, 2017<br />
JOSEPH D. SCHINKEL<br />
Orwigsburg<br />
DIED: DECEMBER 10, 2017<br />
CHRISTIAN E. SHERMAN<br />
Elizabethtown<br />
DIED: JANUARY 1, 2018<br />
J. HAROLD SUMERS<br />
Ephrata<br />
DIED: DECEMBER 7, 2017<br />
WILLIAM S. WEILER<br />
Birdsboro<br />
DIED: DECEMBER 28, 2017<br />
Lost<br />
In<br />
The<br />
Desert<br />
The last known address in our<br />
records is listed below. If anyone<br />
knows the whereabouts of the<br />
following Nobles, please contact<br />
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr., Recorder or<br />
Anne-Marie at the Administration<br />
Office, 610-916-9000.<br />
DONALD C. COOPER<br />
1611 Olive Street<br />
Coatesville Pa 19320<br />
GILBERT L. DECK<br />
135 Main Street<br />
Womelsdorf Pa 19567<br />
JOSEPH J. BANNON<br />
Bethlehem<br />
DIED: NOVEMBER 29, 2017<br />
RICHARD C. BOND<br />
Kempton<br />
DIED: DECEMBER 23, 2017<br />
CARL A. HENNE<br />
New Holland<br />
DIED: JANUARY 4, 2018<br />
MARVIN E. HILL<br />
Wernersville<br />
DIED: JANUARY 11, 2018<br />
OLIN C. KATZENMOYER<br />
Myerstown<br />
DIED: DECEMBER 26, 2017<br />
LEROY A. KROMIS,<br />
Allentown<br />
DIED: January 11, 2018<br />
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P.O. Box 40 , Blandon, PA 19510<br />
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Concert Band<br />
Chanters<br />
Provost Guard<br />
Mounted Patrol<br />
Tin Lizzies<br />
Oriental Band<br />
Motor Corps<br />
Brandywine S.C.<br />
Ladies Night<br />
President’s<br />
Day<br />
Cedars<br />
25 26 27 28<br />
Noble Riders Lebanon S.C. -<br />
Membership<br />
Circus Night<br />
Mtg. - 6:30 PM<br />
Chanters<br />
Units/Clubs -<br />
7:30 PM<br />
Clowns<br />
Cedars<br />
North Penn S.C.<br />
BINGO-<br />
(Anglers)<br />
4 5 6 7 8 9 10<br />
Board of<br />
Oriental Band<br />
Anglers<br />
Lancaster S.C.<br />
Carbon S.C.<br />
Motor Corps &<br />
Directors<br />
Lehigh S.C.<br />
Valentine Dance<br />
Oriental Band<br />
Directors Staff<br />
Horse Races<br />
Chanters<br />
BINGO-<br />
(Anglers)<br />
Bethlehem S.C.<br />
Cedars<br />
11 12 13 14 15 16 17<br />
Motor Corps &<br />
Lancaster O.B.<br />
Carbon S.C.<br />
String Band<br />
Schuylkill S.C.<br />
Oriental Band<br />
Chanters<br />
Memorial<br />
Horse Races -<br />
BINGO-<br />
Breakfast<br />
Dance Band<br />
Snow Date<br />
(Chanters)<br />
LOH Exec &<br />
Stated Meeting<br />
Valentine’s Day<br />
BINGO-<br />
(Legion)<br />
March 2018<br />
S M T W T F S<br />
1 2 3<br />
4 5 6 7 8 9 10<br />
11 12 13 14 15 16 17<br />
18 19 20 21 22 23 24<br />
25 26 27 28 29 30 31<br />
56th Annual<br />
RAJAH SHRINE CIRCUS<br />
March 7 to March 11<br />
Wednesday, Mar. 7…………………………...7:00 PM<br />
Thursday, Mar. 8………………………………..7:00 PM<br />
Friday, Mar. 9…………………………………..…7:00 PM<br />
Saturday, Mar. 10……………10:00 AM, 3:00 & 7:30 PM<br />
Sunday, Mar. 11………………………1:00 & 5:30 PM<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong><br />
Bulletin<br />
Board<br />
Office Closed<br />
March 30<br />
Spring MASA<br />
April 26-28<br />
FEBRUARY 2018<br />
BINGO EVERY<br />
THURSDAY NIGHT<br />
M<br />
A<br />
R<br />
C<br />
H<br />
Circus<br />
Hamburg Fieldhouse<br />
March 7-11<br />
Good Friday<br />
Breakfast<br />
March 30<br />
Stated Meeting<br />
April 18<br />
2018<br />
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday<br />
1 2 3<br />
<strong>February</strong> 2018<br />
April 2018<br />
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> S.C.<br />
Daylight Savings Time<br />
1 2 3<br />
4 5 6 7 8 9 10<br />
11 12 13 14 15 16 17<br />
18 19 20 21 22 23 24<br />
25 26 27 28<br />
1 2 3 4 5 6 7<br />
8 9 10 11 12 13 14<br />
15 16 17 18 19 20 21<br />
22 23 24 25 26 27 28<br />
29 30<br />
BINGO-<br />
(Anglers)<br />
4 5 6 7 8 9 10<br />
Board of<br />
Oriental Band Cedars Lancaster S.C.<br />
Directors<br />
BINGO - (Anglers)<br />
Directors Staff<br />
Chanters<br />
Circus at Hamburg - Pote's Call<br />
<strong>Rajah</strong> Ladies<br />
Wed., Thurs. Fri. - Showtime at 7 PM<br />
Bethlehem S.C.<br />
Sat. - Showtimes at 10 AM, 3 PM & 7:30 PM<br />
11 12 13 14 15 16 17<br />
Circus at<br />
Hamburg<br />
Lancaster OB<br />
LOH Exec &<br />
Anglers<br />
Schuylkill SC<br />
Showtimes:<br />
Chanters<br />
Stated<br />
Mounted Patrol<br />
Ladies’ Night<br />
1 & 5:30 PM Dance Band Carbon S.C.<br />
BINGO-<br />
String Band<br />
(Chanters)<br />
Concert Band<br />
Spring Forward to<br />
St. Patrick’s<br />
Day<br />
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 27<br />
Chanters<br />
Provost Guard<br />
Gun Club<br />
Tin Lizzies<br />
Past Masters<br />
Lehigh S.C.<br />
Motor Corps<br />
Brandywine S.C.<br />
Hospital Service<br />
Club<br />
Ladies Night<br />
11 AM Complex<br />
BINGO-<br />
Cedars<br />
(Legion)<br />
25 26 27 28 29 30<br />
Noble Riders<br />
Lebanon S.C.<br />
Hospital Crusade<br />
Good Friday<br />
Concert Band<br />
Chanters<br />
Kick-off Picnic<br />
BINGO-<br />
Breakfast -<br />
- 6 PM<br />
(Lehigh)<br />
8 AM - Complex<br />
Clowns<br />
Units/Clubs -<br />
7:30 PM<br />
OFFICE CLOSED<br />
Cedars<br />
North Penn S.C.<br />
Good Friday<br />
MARCH 2018<br />
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