He received his degrees in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in 1973 and served as Thrice Potent Master of Yates Lodge of Perfection from May 1985 until October 1987. M.P. Tompkins became a Mason in Hiram Lodge No. Gourgas was born in Switzerland to a family of French Huguenots, spent much of his youth in London, and later moved with several family members to America in 1803. James D. Cole, 33 was elected Grand Commander of the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America at the 2019 Biennial Session of the Supreme Council 33, SJ, USA. But, due to increasing age, Lawrence made it clear that he would serve only until the 1910 Annual Meeting. Herrick is a Past Substitute Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Scotland. During 20 years as the Northern Masonic Jurisdictions Sovereign Grand Commander, Melvin Maynard Johnson established what would become important Scottish Rite traditions, while pursuing research into the early history of the Masonic fraternity, and overseeing a doubling of the Scottish Rites membership numbers. SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDERS ILL. Roy L. Prince 33-SGIG M.P. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club thats right for you for free. He became an Active Member of Supreme Council in 1998. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. After his resignation, Yates continued his service to the Scottish Rite, serving as chief ritualist until his death on December 13, 1859. He enrolled at Marietta College in 1961 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1965. James D. Cole, 33, was installed as the nineteenth Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council, 33, Southern Jurisdiction, USA on August 19, 2019. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. One of Illustrious Brother Ralstons major accomplishments was his work toward the recognition of Prince Hall Masonry. During his term in office he saw the Scottish Rite enter the 20th century and grow stronger each decade. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, Governor General (seated centre), received the Sovereign Grand Commander Dr. Melvin Bazemore (centre left), leader of the United Supreme Council, along with members of the Bahamas Council of Deliberation, in a courtesy call at the Office of the Governor General on Thursday, December 1, 2022. Illustrious Brother Webber was a member of the First Parish Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, in Yarmouth. Appendant Bodies. Following the sudden death of Leon Abbott in 1932, Stevens, as Grand Lieutenant Commander, took on the role of Acting Sovereign Grand Commander, serving out the remaining eleven months in Abbotts term. In 1897, he served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio. Simson was created a Sovereign Grand Inspector General, 33, by Emanuel De La Motta on August 5, 1813 at the organization of the Northern Masonic Jurisdictions Supreme Council. Voting members of the Supreme Council are chosen from among those members who have obtained the 33. Since Barton Smiths eventual succession to the post of Sovereign Grand Commander was announced shortly after his predecessor, Samuel Crocker Lawrence (18321911), took office, Smith was, by all reports, well-prepared to take the helm of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction when he assumed the leadership position. At the Annual Meeting in Milwaukee in 1995, the Supreme Council ratified a resolution granting mutual recognition. L. Thomas33,Sovereign Graduating from Columbia College in 1800, Simson then studied law under Aaron Burr and was admitted to the Bar in 1802. He then went on to the State University College at Buffalo, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in education. Samuel Crocker Lawrence joined the Scottish Rite in 1862 and received the 33 in 1864. Despite 12 years at the helm, Tompkins did not devote much time to the newly formed group. Puissant Sovereign Grand Commander, I pledge to you that I will do. Lawrence belonged to Mystic Royal Arch Chapter, DeMolay Commandery (later serving as Grand Commander of Massachusetts and Rhode Island in the 1890s), and received the degrees of Royal and Select Master. Covid-19 changes our socialization, affects our sensory perception, interpretation and motor functions; our emotions, memories and more. In 1860, he and Simon W. Robinson abruptly left the Supreme Council and formed their own schismatic Council which bore Raymonds name. Johnson also created the Gourgas Medal, conferred by the Supreme Council in recognition of notably distinguished service in the cause of Freemasonry, humanity or country. The first Gourgas medal was awarded in 1945 to President Harry S. Truman. Under Newburys command, the Supreme Councils headquarters moved from Boston to Lexington, Massachusetts. and his habits of intemperance alone prevented him from becoming President of the United States.. The MIll Grand Chamberlain Bro. We are a distinguished association along with our Supreme Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, and Higher Degree auxiliaries that were collectively formed as one common body to work together for the good of our organization. 695, F. & A.M. in Norwood, Ohio, where he went on to serve as Worshipful Master, District Deputy Grand Master and, Trustee of the Ohio Masonic Home. In the Scottish Rite Valley of Fort Wayne, he presided as Thrice Potent Master of Fort Wayne Lodge of Perfection beginning in 1996. 33, Royal and Select Masters, and in the Knights Templar, eventually elected Grand Commander of Ohio. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. In 1849 he moved his family to Wisconsin. Brother Webber was created an Honorary Member of the Supreme Council, 33, at Boston on September 30, 1987. The Divine Council of Twelve Eric He also served as a Trustee of the Permanent and Charity Funds of the Grand Commandery of Massachusetts and Rhode Island from 1908 until 1929. He also helped with their degree work and costuming. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. Born in 1871 in Waltham, Massachusetts, Johnson later attended Tufts College (now University) and Boston University Law School, receiving his law degree in 1895. Stevens was born in Canton, Connecticut in 1855. It is right and proper that an organisation which has existed for over one hundred and fifty years should, indeed must, continue to develop and reinvigorate itself. Learn more. All Rights Reserved. In his farewell address on September 4, 1851, he gave his reasons: 25 years of service (including the seven immediately previous when he took on greatly increased activity); not wanting to prevent other true and worthy Brethren from advancement, and the location of his residence, which was a long distance from the jurisdictions headquarters. After serving the Council for 19 years he became Sovereign Grand Commander on 23rd March 2022. Simson was raised in Clinton Lodge No. , Paperback Stanley Maxwell was raised a Master Mason in Readings Good Samaritan Lodge in 1931 and, like many of the Sovereign Grand Commanders, went on to a busy and distinguished Masonic career joining the Reading Royal Arch Chapter, Melrose Council, Aleppo Temple, DeMolay, and Reading Commandery No. It is my pleasure to offer a warm welcome to the website for the Supreme Council for Scotland of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. looking forward to working with you to build a stronger organization. He was also an Honorary Member of the Supreme Councils of the Southern Jurisdiction, England, Wales, and the dependencies of the British Crown, Scotland, Canada and Mexico. This web site will be updated on a continuous basis to assure the most accurate information possible. Cory McPhatter, 33 The Illustrious Grand Secretary of the H.E. In a dual ceremony held in Boston in 1867 the Grand Commanders of both Supreme Councils the Van Rensselaer Council and the Hays-Raymond Council resigned their positions. He was elected Commander-in-Chief of Maine Consistory in October 1993. 50, among many other groups. When, after 11 months, Melvin Maynard Johnson was elected as the new Grand Commander, the Supreme Council paid Stevens the homage of electing him as its first Honorary Past Sovereign Grand Commander. In the Northern Jurisdiction a recipient of the 33rd Degree is an honorary member of the Supreme Council, and all members are referred to as a "Sovereign Grand Inspectors General." Leadership. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. It comes as no surprise, then, that he was elected Sovereign Grand Commander in 1879. Ill. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.". Outside of his law practice he was a director of both the Maine Central Railroad and Union Mutual Life Insurance Company. The 1860 Proceedings records that a motion was made to create a committee whose purpose was to review the way the Supreme Council operated. During Hurricane Sandy, Bro. It allowed the museum rebuild its exhibition showcasing the Battle of Lexington and Concord and the start of the Revolutionary War. Our This Supreme Council shall and always believe in true partnership and progress. In 1880 he was General Grand Master of the General Council, and from 1867 to 1879 he was Sovereign Grand Commander of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. Lieutenant Sovereign Grand Commander Flushing, NY Contact: 917-544-2576 ILL. JAMES LEE 33 Grand Orator & Minister of State Canton, MD Contact: 443-251-6843 ILL. TERRANCE K NICHOLAS 33 Grand Master of Ceremonies Fort Worth, TX Contact: 718-288-6109 ILL. JAMES DIXON 33 Grand Attorney General Bedford Heights, OH Contact: 440-596-2028 ILL. ),Knight Commander (Dato' Paduka-D.P.M.J.) Raymond served as head of many Masonic bodies, including the office of Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts (18491851). Glattly joined Scottish Rite in 1987 and then in 2000, in Pittsburgh, he received the 33. Johnson continued to research and write throughout his life. Sovereign Grand Commander Supreme Council AASR Southern Jurisdiction of the United States James D. Cole, 33 Illus. He worked as an attorney until 1939, while also teaching and later serving as dean at Boston University Law School. Stationed in England, he was trained and commissioned a 2nd lieutenant, navigator, in the U. S. Air Force. Seville 1911 to 1920 - H.M. Rennick 1920 to 1948 - Dr. W.H. There was a problem loading your book clubs. The Supreme Council. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! In addition he has served as Grand Master Mason of the Grand Lodge of Scotland between 2009 and 2018 and as First Grand Principal of the Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Scotland from 2004 to 2009. The MIll Grand Sword Bearer Bro. Brother Samiec was raised a Master Mason at St. Patricks Lodge No. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. He was raised a Mason in 1897 and received the 33 five short years later. Sovereign Grand Commander IN OFFICE 2010-2016 ILL. The 130 th anniversary. andCompanion (Setia-S.M.J. Bushnell died while serving as Grand Commander, suffering a fatal cerebral hemorrhage the night after conferring the 33 at the Supreme Councils 1965 Annual Meeting in Cleveland. 7 in Cincinnati in August 1883. directions fromthe ALL Mighty God, your assistance and my commitment there are During these difficult years in the 1830s and early 1840s Yates made what may be his most important contribution to the Scottish Rite. Ill. He stayed briefly with them in Boston then moved to New York City where he first worked as an accountant and later prospered as a merchant. Publisher Illustrious Brother Webber was crowned an Active Member of the Supreme Council in Cleveland, Ohio on September 27, 1994. The Sovereign Grand Commander or the Supreme Council is authorized to attach or detach any state or terri-tory within the general jurisdiction of this Supreme Council in which there is not a resident Sovereign Grand Inspector General to or from the Orient of any Sovereign Grand In-spector General or Deputy of the Supreme Council. 13, serving that lodge as Master seven times. Paul was born and raised in Easton, Pennsylvania. When he did reconvene he allowed only the minutes of the previous meeting to be read, and then he closed the session sine die, or without day. From 1860 to 1864 he was Maines attorney general. He also streamlined ceremonies; began work on degree revisions; oversaw production of a video presentation of the new 4 and others; insisted that Scottish Rite events be inspirational, convenient and enjoyable; focused the charitable endeavors of the Scottish Rite to benefit Brothers in need of assistance, and increased the use of teleconferencing for Supreme Council business to conserve our fraternitys administration costs. MP Sovereign Grand Commander Bro. , ISBN-10 Before this occurred, however, Brother Paul, having served in the ROTC program at Cornell, was called to active duty for World War II in April 1943. Perhaps he will be remembered as a positive force which drew the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction very close to the leadership and membership of the Southern Jurisdiction. It was Gourgas, assisted by [Giles Fonda] Yates, who re-vivified the rite after the great anti-Masonic agitation, and then started our Supreme Council on its career to become the strong, virile and successful organization which it now is.. After his retirement, Ill. Bro. Lawrence continued the family business until 1905, but also took on a directorship at the Eastern Railway in 1875. Halkitis congratulates newly promoted Customs officers. Brother Samiec, 33, served as a technology education instructor at the Gloversville Enlarged School System in Gloversville, New York. During his tenure, he has displayed his business and managerial acumen by establishing a sound financial footing for the 32 Masonic Learning Centers for Children, now the Childrens Dyslexia Centers, and the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library. The MIll Grand Captain of the Guard Bro. . For many years he has been the CEO for the Masonic Home of Virginia in Richmond. 245 in Otisco, New York in 1822. 4, Royal and Select Masters on March 16, 1994, and was knighted in Portland Commandery No. After practicing law in New York City for a short period, Simson turned his focus toward religion and philanthropy. On behalf of the Supreme Council, 33, A.& A.S.R. . After serving the Council for 19 years he became Sovereign Grand Commander on 23rd March 2022. Click here to learn more about the Gourgas Medal. A total of 22 men have held this office since 1813. If we have lost sight of our oath, our frontline responders reminds us every day! Use tab to navigate through the menu items. The company's filing status is listed as Active and its File Number is 251245. Four years later he was raised a Master Mason in Clifton Lodge No. Meeting in separate rooms of the Grand Lodge building in Boston the two organizations elected Drummond as their leader, and the two groups became one. It is right and proper that an organisation which has existed for over one hundred and fifty years should, indeed must, continue to develop and reinvigorate itself. Through educational programs, research studies, exhibitions, and workshops, the Brea Historical Society continues to document and promote Brea's unique contribution to an ever-changing world. Supreme Council of the Northern Jurisdiction no challenges we cannot achieve. Working for Cincinnati Milacron, he went on to become manufacturing manager and eventually vice president of the Service Parts Division. He was one of only three incumbents in the history of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction to pass away while holding office. Palmer was born in Pennsylvania in 1819, but moved to Albany, New York, in his teens where he later studied the law and started a practice in West Troy. . In short, he was involved in all aspects of the Valleys activities. In addition there are approximately fifty Past Deputies and past members of Supreme Council who have retired. He served as part of the middle school technology team for 22 years, where he developed a program that integrated the teaching of reading into the technology curriculum, providing reinforcement of reading skills in a nontraditional environment. He was responsible for the founding of 14 Lodges of Perfection, 13 Councils, and two Consistories. Bro. Sovereign Grand Commanders of the Supreme Council 1864 to 1870 - Baron August Hugo de Bulow 1870 to 1879 - Patrick Reason 1879 to 1892 - Dr. Peter W. Ray 1892 to 1897 - A.B. It was he who kept the Scottish Rite alive during the years when but for him it would have faded out. During his 11 years as Sovereign Grand Commander, Smith saw the membership and the Benevolent Fund double. 87, serving as Master of St. Georges Lodge No. and House of the Temple in Washington, DC of which: Ill. Ronald A Seale, 33 Sovereign Grand Commander Fontenot, 33 The Illustrious Grand Orator and Minister of State III. He joined the Scottish Rite Valley of Binghamton in 1961, where he devoted himself to the Valleys Executive Committee and community service. In November 1943, he married his high school sweetheart, Lillian Elizabeth (Bette) Grube, with whom he had four sons and a daughter. The inauguration of a new Sovereign Grand Commander is a good chance to look back though the history of the Supreme Council and at the men who lead the Rite. Galbraith is also a Past Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow and West of Scotland of the Royal Order of Scotland. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. MID-WINTER SUMMIT 2023 SONESTA ATLANTA AIRPORT NORTH HOTEL ATLANTA, GEORGIA JANUARY 12-14, 2023 He received the Scottish Rites 33 in 1863. He was elevated to the 33 on September 18, 1906, and was crowned an Active Member on September 23, 1909. He was also Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin for four years twice in the 1850s and twice in the 1870s. He graduated from Bostons Burdett College in 1929 with a degree in business and worked at the Quincy Market Cold Storage and Warehouse Company, followed by the United Farmers of New England, Inc., until taking the position of Executive Secretary for the Supreme Council in 1965. Bro. Prior to this most recent honor and position, he served as both the Lieutenant Grand Commander of the Supreme Council and as the Sovereign Grand Inspector General in Virginia. 2023The Sovereign United Supreme Council. He served as Grand Marshal of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey in 1998, was Executive Officer of DeMolay from 1999-2004, and has earned six Grand Master of DeMolay Eagle Awards the most recent being a lifetime achievement award. According to the Constitution, as the religious Superior and Sovereign, he must fully dedicate himself to the development of the works of the Order and to set an example of living by Christian principles, to all the members of the Order. While many men might aspire to become Sovereign Grand Commander, Stevens did not. Fra' Emmanuel Rousseau - Grand Commander - H.E. When he moved to Wisconsin, he affiliated with Tracy Lodge No. Simson was born in Danbury, Connecticut in 1780. 84 and Kosciuszko Lodge #1085. Grand Commander McNaughton was very attentive to fiscal responsibility during the challenges of the nations economic recession during his first triennial term. Watch Commander McNaughton's Farewell Allocution. Brother Samiecs active service to the Scottish Rite, NMJ and Supreme Council, he is a member of York Rite, as well as several Masonic Lodges of Research. He also belonged to the York Rite Bodies; the Red Cross of Constantine; Syrian Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S. Gourgas is rightly remembered as the Conservator of Scottish Rite Freemasonry. At the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Supreme Council, August 5, 1938, then-Sovereign Grand Commander Melvin M. Johnson stated ". John Gabriel Tardy presented Tompkins the 32 in 1808. When Palmer first took office, the Permanent Fund (which had been established in 1872) had a balance of $16,000. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. He affiliated with Gloversville Lodge No. He joined the Scottish Rite in 1881 and received the 33 in 1887. Bro. He was raised a Master Mason in Friendship Lodge No. This Grand Commander, through his vision, dedication, and energy, effected many changes at a time that brought much recognition to the status of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. Tompkins was born in Scarsdale, New York in 1774 and graduated first in his class from Columbia College in 1795. His 1924 book, The Beginnings of Freemasonry in America, remains an important work today. It is not known why the name "Red Rose . 2023The Sovereign United Supreme Council. The burden of diplomacy and peace requires allies who will listen to each other, learn from each other, and most of all trust one another. We invite you to visit our website again. Stanley Fielding Maxwells transition to the position of Sovereign Grand Commander in 1975 was as seamless as possible since he had spent the previous 10 years as the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Council. He enjoys 1960s-era automotive technology, collecting diecast auto replicas, landscape and wildlife photography, and Buffalo Bills football. Today, Lawrences memory lives on, both through his contributions to the Scottish Rite, and at the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, which named its library after him. Allen 1897 to 1911 - D.F. Sovereign Grand Commander IN OFFICE 1996-2010 ILL. Ronald A. Warren, 33-SGIG M.P. William A. Perry 33 succeeded to the Council on the 23rd March 2022. In 1933, he was elected to the Michigan Supreme Court, where he served as a justice until his appointment as Sovereign Grand Commander, at which point, he stepped down from the bench to serve the Scottish Rite. He was elected Sovereign Grand Commander in September 1975, while also serving as the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts (a post he held from 1974 to 1977). Tompkins was the Northern Masonic Jurisdictions first Sovereign Grand Commander, serving from the formation of the Supreme Council on August 5, 1813 until his death on June 11, 1825. He not only worked to get the bodies up and running, but also he made several visits to assure their continued growth. In 1863, they merged with the Cerneau group known as the Hays Council. Brother Webber became of counsel to the firm in August, 2003. is not that we are inadequate. , Dimensions Palmer continued to practice law, served in the state legislature and became a judge in 1873. Benderson 1948 to 1973 - Dr. Wm. In partnership with Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction and Shriners International, Scottish Rite, NMJ launched BeAFreemason.org, which serves as a first-of-its-kind digital "front door to Freemasonry" -- where interested men can learn more about Freemasonry from the comfort of their own homes. Bro. Henry G. Petrie 33succeeded to the Council on the 1st January 2017. Samiec devoted his time to the operation of his business, Subcontracting Services Co., specializing in installing and servicing residential electrical, lighting, and communications systems. The MIll Grand Chancellor Bro. The Ralston years will be remembered for remarkable energy in changing the internal and external faces of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. He was educated in the public schools of North Kingston, Rhode Island. He was the first Secretary General and served as third Sovereign Grand Commander of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction from 1832 to 1851. In 2011 the Supreme Council celebrates its 130 th anniversary and also brings tribute to the Romania history. According to the Constitution, as the religious Superior and Sovereign, he must fully dedicate himself to the development of the works of the Order and to set an example of living by Christian principles, to all the members of the Order. Illus. In his business life Josiah Hayden Drummond was a lawyer and politician. He was made a Mason at Mt. The officers were as follows: 1864 to 1870 - Baron August Hugo de Bulow, 1989 to 1995 - Illustrious James M. Boone, 1996 to 2011 - Illustrious James l. Headd, 2011 present - Illustrious Edward J. Chapman. One of Ralstons most significant charitable endeavors was the establishment of the 32 Masonic Childrens Learning Centers now the Childrens Dyslexia Centers. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. In their History of the Supreme Council, 33, NMJ, George A. Newbury, 33, and Louis L. Williams, 33, called Killian Van Rensselaer the St. For we are people of improbable hope building on our common history and seizing our common destiny. Smiths term as Sovereign Grand Commander, from 1910 to 1921, had its fair share of celebratory events. He joined the Scottish Rite in the Valley of Boston in 1896, where he would eventually serve as Thrice Potent Master of Boston-Lafayette Lodge of Perfection in 1904 and 1905. He resigned as Grand Commander in March 1832. The MIll Grand Master of Ceremonies Bro. He is also a Past Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow having served from 2009 to 2014. Commander Glattly helped achieve just that -- and in the midst of a global pandemic no less. His 30 years of experience with nonprofits and businesses includes roles as auditor, founder, officer and director of numerous organizations. He was appointed department chair in 1991, serving in that capacity until his retirement in June of 2001. He made it his task to heal all the rifts between members and officers of the past regimes, combining competing bodies, creating bodies where there were none, and establishing a set of Constitutions amenable to both sides.

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