BENNETT LODGE #94 A.F.& A.M. OFFICERS FOR 2008

BENNETT LODGE #94 A.F.&AM COMMUNICATION

On Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 Bennett Lodge #94 A.F. & A.M. will hold an Entered Apprentice Degree at 7:00 p.m. All interested Brothers take note and govern yourselves accordingly.

FROM RICK HARRIS ON FEBRUARY 5TH, 2008

2008 INSTALLATION OF BENNETT LODGE #94

 Installation of Bennett Lodge #94 for 2007 will take place at the Masonic Temple at 4641 Cooper Avenue on Sunday, January 6th, 2007, commencing at 2:00 p.m. We will open lodge at 1:00 p.m. Pictures will be taken after the opening. There will be a reception following the installation in the dining room.

W.B. Rick Harris, Master Elect

FROM BROTHER DARRIN FULFORD ON JULY 2ND, 2007

Brother Miner,

This is Brother Darrin Fulford. I hope that this e-mail finds that you are doing well. As for me I'm still in Iraq hopefully one day in the near future we will be home. It's been well over a year that I have been gone from home away from my family, brothers and friends. I want to thank all of you for paying my dues, you brothers are awesome. Please be good to one another and after I return home and rest up I will see you brothers. Thanks for keeping me and family in your prayers.

Yours in the bond,

Brother Fulford

 

INSTALLATION OF BENNETT LODGE #94

 Installation of Bennett Lodge #94 for 2007 will take place at the Masonic Temple at 4641 Cooper Avenue on Saturday, January 6th, 2007, commencing at 1:00 p.m. A Practice is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. Pictures will be taken starting at 12:30 p.m. There will be a reception following the installation in the dining room.

W.B. Fred Liebers, Master Elect

LINCOLN AREA CENTRAL SCHOOLS OF INSTRUCTION  FOR THE YEAR 2007

Entered Apprentice School - Monday, March 12th, 2007. - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - Cotner Lodge #297 A:. F:. & A:. M:. - 1542 North 65th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska.

Fellowcraft School of Instruction - Tuesday, March 20th, 2007 - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - Bennett Lodge #94 A:. F:. & A:. M:., 47th & Cooper Street,  Lincoln, Nebraska.

Master Masons School, First Section - Thursday, March 22nd, 2007 - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - East Lincoln Lodge #210 A:. F:. & A:. M:. - 2700 S Street , Lincoln, Nebraska.

Master Masons School, Second Section - Friday, March 30th, 2007 - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - Lancaster Lodge #54 A:. F:. & A:. M:. - 1635 L Street,  Lincoln, Nebraska.
 
Schools are conducted by the Grand Custodian and his Deputy Grand Custodians. Refreshments are served after each school by the host lodges.

 NEBRASKA GRAND YORK RITE ANNUAL SESSION 2007

Nebraska Grand York Rite Annual Session will be held on April 18th, 19th, 20th, & 21st, 2007, at the New World Inn, Columbus, Nebraska. On Wednesday, April 18th, 2007, All Past Grand High Priests plan on attending the Grand High Priests' Dinner at 6:30 P.M. In the evening, a meeting of Sir Galahad Priory K.Y.C.H. will also be held. The Order of High Priesthood and the Order of the Silver Trowel will be given in the afternoon.

On Thursday, April 19th, 2007, the "Nails" Breakfast will begin at 7:00 A.M. and Grand Council will open at 8:00 A.M. Grand Chapter, Grand Council, And Grand Commandery Officers Elect dinner will commence at 6:30 P.M.

On Friday, April 20th, 2007, Grand Chapter will open at 8:00 A.M. and the Formal Grand York Rite Banquet will begin at 6:30 P.M.

On Saturday, April 21st, 2007, the Red Cross of Constantine Breakfast will begin at 7:00 A.M. The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Nebraska will open at 8:00 A.M. and at 6:30 P.M. the Past Commanders' Banquet will commence at 6:30 P.M.

 Contact the New World Inn in Columbus, Nebraska, (402-564-1492) for reservations.

 YORK RITE DEGREE SPRING CONFERRAL 2007

On Saturday, March 31st, 2007, The York Rite Degrees will be given on a One-Day Conferral at the Masonic Center in  Hastings, Nebraska commencing at 8:00 A.M. Be there at 7:30 for rolls & coffee. 

YORK RITE DEGREE CONFERRAL FALL 2007

On Saturday, October 6th, 2007, The York Rite Degrees will be given on a One-Day Conferral at the Masonic Temple, 1635 L Street in Lincoln, Nebraska commencing at 7:30 A.M. Be there at 7:15 for rolls & coffee. (Further Information to follow).

2006 INFORMATION TO BE UPDATED

This from Roger Miner on Thursday, December 7th, 2006

 > From:> Subject: Passing of Edwin Carter> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2006 20:19:53 -0600> > Companions and Sir Knights:

 Edwin Carter Passed away Tuesday, December 5th, 2006 at Crete, Nebraska. Ed was a Past Master of Bennett Lodge #94 and presently a member of Liberty Lodge #300. He was a member of Lincoln Council #4, Lincoln Chapter #6 R.A.M., and Mount Moriah Commandery #4. He was Past High Priest of Lincoln Chapter #6, Past Illustrious Master of Lincoln Council #4 and Past Commander of Mount Moriah Commandery #4. Funeral Services are to be held at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, December 8th, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. Masonic Funeral Service by Liberty Lodge #300.> >

As an Addition

The Knights Templar of Nebraska are going to be the Pallbearers at the funeral. The Masonic Funeral Service is going to be given by Liberty Lodge 300. The Knights will be in uniform, and anyone who wishes to be there are invited to also be in uniform Class A's or Dress Blues.  Ed was Past Commander of Mount Moriah and always thought well of Knights Templar. 
>

This from Brother Darrin Fulford on Oct. 19th, 2006

Brother Miner,

I hope that e-mail finds that you are doing well and taking good care of yourself. I just wanted to let you and the brothers know that I am doing fine. I'm in Iraq on Camp Taji just a clip north of Baghdad as all of you know things here are really bad but we will achieve and complete our mission. Please tell all of the brothers that I said hello and please give a special thanks to Charles for seeing me off  in Omaha. Tell Brandon Yo Yo, tell Stewart to leave the ladies alone !!!!! Tell Rick no more beer until I get home because I have not had a beer for as long time. Brothers please all look to the EAST and know that I'm always thinking about all of you.

Brother Darrin D. Fulford

Address:

 Genesis

Bennett Lodge #94 A.F.&A.M. was formed with the help and support of Beatrice Lodge #26 A.F&A.M. and that lodge provided the required endorsements. A Petition of Dispensation was applied for and accepted by the 17th Grand Master of Masons of Nebraska, M.W. Edwin F. Warren of the Most Worshipful The Grand Lodge A.F.&A.M. of Nebraska on May 5th, 1882. As the records were destroyed by fire, the exact stations that the following brethren was serving are unknown at this time. The brethren that signed the Petition of Dispension are as follows: Job J. King, John C. Smith, Daniel H. Harris, Judson E. Vanderlip, Ezekiel F. Bandy, Alfred Bratt, John P. Bratt, John A. Simpson, Job Hiatt, and Owen G. Norton.

A Petition of Charter was filed with the Grand Lodge of Nebraska and granted on the 19th Day of June, 1883. The Charter was signed by the Grand Master, Edwin F. Warren,  Deputy Grand Master, Samuel Hayes, Grand Senior Warden, John J. Wremple, and the Grand Junior Warden, Eben K. Long and was attested to by Francis E. White, Grand Secretary.

Those brethren of Bennett Lodge #94 A.F.&A.M. signing the Petition of Charter are as follows: Alfred Bratt, John P.Bratt, John Canfield, Daniel H. Harris, Job Hiatt, Job J. King, William Nelson, Owen G. Norton, Walter M. Self, John A. Simpson, John C. Smith, James B. Taylor, and Judson E. Vanderlip.

The numerical identification #94 was determined by that date that the Lodge was created on June 19th, 1883 and in sequence by that date. Thus, Bennett Lodge #94 A.F.&A.M. acquired its final and official designation.

 (Written by W.B. Roger W. Miner of Bennett Lodge #94 & Liberty Lodge #300 A.F.&A.M.) 

   Roll of Past Masters of Bennett Lodge #94 A:.F:. & A:.M:.

OUR JORDAN MEDAL RECIPIENT

On Tuesday, June 1st, 2004, at our regular meeting, Brother William Deats was presented Bennett Lodge #94s' Jordan Medal for the oldest serving mason in the lodge. He was Entered on 12-9-1947, passed to the degree of Fellowcraft Mason on 1-23-1948, and raised to the sublime degree  of Master Mason on 4-30-1948. He has spent all 56 years as a Mason in Bennett Lodge #94.

Shown here presenting Jordan Medal to Brother Deets is Worshipful Master

Richard Harris and Senior Deacon W.B. Fred Liebers

Bennett Lodge #94 Tresleboard for 2007

   BENNETT LODGE #94 COMMUNICATION 

FROM W.M. ROGER ON SEPTEMBER 14TH, 2006

Brethren:

During the year, sometimes it is necessary to change the Tresleboard and at this time I would like to make these changes to the year end:

 FROM W.M. ROGER ON AUGUST 18TH, 2006

 To  Everyone Who Knew Her:

Coye Carter, Wife of Sir Knight. Edwin Carter, KYCH, Past Comander of Mount Moriah Commandery #4, Illustrious Master of Lincoln Council #4, High Priest of Lincoln Chapter #6, and Worshipful Master of Bennett Lodge #94, Passed away on Friday, December 9th, 2005. Funeral Services will be held at Lincoln Memorial on Tuesday, December 13th at 2:00 for Coye.

I can remember back, about four years ago, when Coye and Ed  would not miss a meeting of York Rite. Ed would attend the business meetings of York Rite and Coye who was a member of the Social Order of the Beauscent would attend hers, both always participating in our Pot Lucks. They would never miss a Grand York Rite Annual Session.

This from Dona Hurst; At one time earlier in her life, she was a strong member of Campfire. She also enjoyed going with Ed in his camper and spending much time camping with their many camp organizations in which they belonged. As she once put it, " she enjoyed seeing the world".  

Coye will be missed by the many who new her.

 (Edwin is also a dual member of Liberty Lodge #300). 

 INSTALLATION OF BENNETT LODGE #94

There will be a practice on Tuesday Night, January 10th, at 7:30 p.m. All Officers and Installing Officers are requested to attend.

Installation of Bennett Lodge #94 will take place at the Masonic Temple at 4641 Cooper Avenue on Sunday, January 15th, 2006, commencing at 2:00 p.m. Pictures will be taken starting at 1:30 p.m. There will be a reception following the installation in the dining room.

                            Installation Pictures                                     

Left - Installing officers of Bennett Lodge #94.  Master - Bruce Watkins Secretary - Don Kemper, Marshal - Albert Chatfield, Chaplain - Bob Sides, Standard Guard - James Batten,  Tom Morressey, & Don Kemper.

Right - Job's Daughters of Bethel #60 performing the Floral Cross.

Left and Right- Our Chanters perform with the help of our accompanist - Liz Scott and our Director Brenda Collins.

 Sir Knights Present were from left to right - Tom Morressey, Commander of Mount Moriah Commandery #4, our Chaplain and S.K. Rick Harris, James Batten, Don Kemper, and Our Secretary and S.K. Stuart Erickson. Sir Knight Albert Chatfield is shown in another caption. 

Left - W.B. & Noble Harley Riders Bob Sides & Jr. Past Master  S. K. Rick Harris bookends W. B. & S. K. Don Kemper.

Right - Brothers Brandon Smith and Darrin Fulford pose for pictures.

Left - Ladies serving the reception were members of Job's Daughters Bethel #60 accompanied by Doug Johnson of Bennett Lodge #94.

Right - My Mother Edna Zuhlke, Elaine Kemper, and Kay Kraus.

Left - The family of our Senior Warden W. B. Fred Liebers. Shown with W.B. Fred is his wife, Nancy, and Granddaughter Tiya.

Right - The family of our Junior Deacon Bro. Shawn Slade. Shown with Shawn is his Father, Pat. Also shown with Shawn is Brother Darrin Fulfords' wife Shanon and his daughter Arrion.

Left - Brothers of Bennett Lodge #94 get together to pose with Argentina.

Right - Nobles of Sesostris Chanters enjoy some conversation after the Reception. From left to right Nobles Bob Kloch, John Hippe, and Doug Anderson.

Left- Chanters from Friend, Ne. Nobles Warren Weber, Leo Stokes, Marv and Kay Kraus.

Right - Bro's Shawn Slade, Glen Pagel, Brandon Smith, & Charles White.

 Left - Bro's Brandon Smith - Junior Warden, W.B. Fred Liebers - Senior Warden,  Darrin Fulford - Senior deacon, and Charles White - Senior Steward 

Right - Bro. John Baty, S.K. and W.B. James Batten, and S.K. Tom Morressey from Liberty Lodge #300, and W.B. Scott Dodge of Bennett #94 and Cotner #297.

Left - Sir Knight & Companion Albert Chatfield and his companion wife Barbara.

Right - Bro. Darrin Fulford with Argentina Erickson from O.E.S. Chapter 320 and wife of our Secretary, Stewart Erickson.

Left - Brother Darrin Fulford poses with our friend and W. B. Ron Wallick after the reception. Ron has helped out Bennett Lodge many times in the degree work and we would like to express our appreciation to him.

Right - Another friend of Bennett Lodge is Debra Kendle who is posing with our Secretary W.B. Stuart Ericson. Her help as photographer has been invaluable and we wish to thank her very much.

The 149th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska

On Thursday, February 2nd, Friday, February 3rd, & Saturday, February 4th, 2006,  Most Worshipful  Ivan Vrtiska  will gavel the 149th Annual Communication of the Most Worshipful, The Grand Lodge, A:.F:. & A:.M:. of Nebraska to order.   This year, the Grand Lodge will be held at the Holiday Inn in Kearney, Nebraska.

 Make your reservations directly to the Holiday Inn Convention Center/Wingate Hotel, 110 Second Ave. Kearney, Ne. 68848, (800)248-4460. A Grand Lodge Hospitality Room (176) and a Masonic Family Unity Hospitality Area will be set up.

On Thursday, February 2nd, 2006, this years events begin with a Secretaries Lunch and Workshop at a 12:00 Noon luncheon. Then a meeting with the Grand Lodge Secretary R.W.B. Bruce Watkins and the Grand Lodge Office Staff will begin at 1:00 p.m.

That Thursday evening the Grand Master and his Lady's Banquet will take place  with a Social at 6:00 p.m.. and the Banquet beginning at 7;00 p.m. Grand Master Ivan and his Lady Karen will host the festivities and will recognize all visiting Grand Lodge Officers and other dignitaries. Entertainment will be enjoyed by everyone. Dress will be Black Tie and Jewel for the Grand Lodge Officers and Tux or Business Suit with Jewel for men and personal preference for the ladies.

On Friday, February 3rd, 2006, a complimentary breakfast buffet will be available for all dignitaries and their guests between 6:30 and 8:00 a.m. Members of the Red Cross of Constantine will enjoy Breakfast in the Board Room dining room at 7:00 a.m. All dignitaries will assemble in the Ballroom at 8:00 a.m.

The Informal Public Opening will begin at 8:30 a.m. in the Ballroom. All Masons, spouses, and guests are encouraged to attend. Most Worshipful Ivan and his Lady Karen, will be receiving dignitaries from all of Masonry and others.

Grand Lodge will open at 10:30 a.m. following the Public Opening in the Ballroom. The Grand Lodge will be opened by Shiloh Lodge #327, Omaha in the presence of attending brethren.

After calling off, the Men's Luncheon will begin at 12:30 p.m. and will be held in Ballroom 1, Veterans Freemasons lunch at 12:30 p.m. in Room A. The Ladies Luncheon and Program (with Eunice Levisay with her collection of antique valentines) will be held in Ballroom 2 at 11:30 a.m. Luncheon tickets are $12.00 per person.

  The Men's Workshop will begin at 1:30 in Loper Hall and continue to 4:30 P.M. Workshop topics include Masonic Charities, Mentoring, and per capita Grand Lodge Q&A.

  The Grand Lodge Banquet will commence with a Social at 6:00 p.m. in the West Lobby, and the Banquet at 7:00 p.m. in the Ballroom @ $22.00 per person. Join Brother Masons, spouses, and guests for the membership banquet celebration. Entertainment will feature the New Shrine Video and a special entertainer.  Dress will be Black Tie and Jewel for the Grand Lodge Officers and Tux or Business Suit with Jewel for men and personal preference for the ladies.

On Saturday, February 4th, 2006,  the day will start with the Masonic Education Committee Breakfast at 7:00 a.m. in the Ballroom. There is always an excellent program planned for that time by the committee. This years theme is entitled "In search of the secrets of Masonry".The cost of the Breakfast is $12.00 per person.

 Then Grand Lodge resumes at 8:30 a.m. in Loper Hall when Grand Lodge is called from refreshment to labor and the completion of Grand Lodge Business. At 9:00 a.m., a brunch will be available for the ladies having tickets. The brunch will take place in Room DE at $10.00 per person. If you prefer not to have lunch, please join the ladies for coffee and conversation and a presentation by Noah's Assistance Dogs while the men finish lodge business. Travel attire is appropriate. Have A Safe Trip Home. 

Call the Grand Lodge Office (1-800-558-8029) for further information and a Reservation Packet. For further information go to the Grand Lodge Page on this website.

Past Master's and Awards Night

On Tuesday, September 28th, 2004, Bennett Lodge #94 celebrated its  honored Past Master's Night by presenting two long overdue 25 year pins to two of its most faithful Past Masters, W.B. Kieth Herbster, and W.B. Stuart Erickson.

W.B. Kieth Herbster has been a member of Bennett Lodge for 34 years and has seen a number of changes in the Lodge over the years. The lodge has seen its membership drop in the past few years but is now on the rebound. We have taken in quite a few members this year and much degree work is still to be done.

W. B. Stuart Erickson has been the mainstay as he has served as Worshipful Master many times over the past several years, and is now serving the lodge as its Secretary. One of the proud moments of his life is when he presented a petition to his son and he accepted.

Bennett Lodge #94 was proud to honor these two brethren tonight by presenting them with their 25 year pin. The presentation was made by the Worshipful Master of Bennett Lodge #94, W. M. Richard Harris.

          Pins being presented by W.M.                        Being pinned by their ladies

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