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Winter 2006

T H E O F F I C I A L B U L L E T I N O F T H E G R A N D L O D G E O F N O V A S C O T I A

A Farewell MessageTo all Lodges, Secretaries, and Members of the Masonic

Fraternity under the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of NovaScotia:

Friends all:

Words do not seem to be nearly adequate enough to expressmy deep joy and appreciation to the Masonic Family across theProvince of Nova Scotia for the many cards, gifts and monetarydonations that I have received in recognition of my recent retire-ment after thirty-five and one-half years as Secretary to the GrandSecretary of this Grand Lodge.

Thank-you also to those of you who were able to attend myretirement dinner on January 6, despite the inclement weatherconditions. It is my understanding that sixty-six people were inattendance. This was a wonderful evening, one that I shall re-member and cherish for a long time to come. It was a real oppor-

R.H. Northup, Grand Secretary making presenation to Ardith Pye at her retire-ment party.

Presentation of 50-year Jewel

On January 8, 2007 at St. John’s Lodge No. 2, the Grand Master MostWor. Bro. Roger E. Eisner presented a 50-year Jewel to V. Wor. Bro. B.E.“Brent” MacDonald. V. Wor. Bro. Brent MacDonald is accompanied by hisson V. Wor. Bro. B.A. “Art” MacDonald and grandson Wor. Bro. Michael K.MacDonald, both who assisted the Grand Master on the presentation ofthe 50-year Jewel.

tunity for my co-workers, the Masons and their spouses, to meetmy family, and for the family to meet those with whom I havespent the last thirty-five and-a-half years of my working career.

To those who made this dinner possible, and to those whoparticipated as the evening unfolded, I extend my sincere andheartfelt thanks for the honour thus bestowed upon me. Mydeepest gratitude too, for the laptop computer and all its equip-ment presented to me at the close of the evening!

Over the years, I have made many friends throughout theFraternity, and I trust that our paths will cross again as we con-tinue along life’s journey.

Again, many thanks, and I pray that God will richly blesseach and all of you.

Sincerely,Ardith E. Pye(formerly) Secretary to the Grand Secretary of the GrandLodge of Nova Scotia.

Grand Lodge NominationsNominations for Junior and Senior Grand Wardens, and

Deputy Grand Master, must be sent to the Grand Secretaryby registered mail postmarked no later than April 5, 2007.Please mark Nomination on the outside face of the envelope.

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The Nova Scotia FreemasonThe Official Bulletin of The Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia

On The LevelBrethren, as Masons we always talk

about Masons meeting ‘On The Level’ butwhat exactly does ‘meeting on the level’ trulymean?

I am certain that it means somethingto each and every one of us, Yet in the samelight means something different to all breth-ren as we often interpret our allegories andsymbolism individually.

Masonically, the Level, as a workingtool, is a symbol of equality. We do not meanequality in wealth, social distinction, civicoffice, or service to mankind but refer tothe internal, and not the external, qualifica-tions of a man. Each person is endowed witha worth and dignity which is spiritual, andshould not be subject to man-made distinc-tions. The quality practiced in Masonry rec-ognizes that one man may have greater po-tential in life, service, or reward, than an-other; but, we also believe that any man canaspire to any heights, no matter how great!Thus, the Level dignifies labour and the manwho performs it. It also acknowledges thatall men are equal without regard to station.

Yet ‘meeting on the level’ is more thanacknowledging that all Masons are equalwithout regard to station within the lodge.To gain a better understanding we have totake a closer look at the word ‘equal’ andwhat it means within the Masonic sense.

It is in the free and friendly air of a lodgeof Masons, about an altar of obligation andprayer, that the principle of equality findsits most perfect and beautiful expression.There, upon the Level, the symbol of equal-ity, rich and poor, high and low, prince andplain citizen – men of diverse creeds, par-ties, interests, and occupations – meet inmutual respect and regard, forgetting all dif-ferences of rank and station, and united forthe highest good of all. Brethren, if we trulymeet upon the “Level and part upon theSquare” titles, ranks, and riches do not passthe Inner Guard and the humblest brotheris held in sacred regard equally with thebrother who has attained the highest roundof the wheel of fortune.

We cannot emphasize enough the im-portance of the word “Respect” within thiscontext. As Masons we must respect eachother as men and as Masons demonstratingdue regard for each other’s ideas for improve-ment within the craft. How often are wereadily critical of our brethren’s suggestionsfor improvement within our lodges, often

humiliating him with off to the side, snidenegative remarks, which everyone of us hasheard at some time or other and not worthdignifying by repeating here. How often dowe become angry with a brother merely be-cause his ideas or suggestions differ fromours. And yet, Brethren, are we not all try-ing to do what is best for the craft withinthe confines of our own equality and level!

Brethren, if we are true Masons wholive our obligation, we must readily listento the ideas of our Brethren, treating themwith all respect and every due regard. Thereis no reason why we always have to agreewith every brother and/or his ideas. In factdisagreement can be most healthy for thelodge and the craft as it often leads to greaterand more in-depth thinking and discussionfor improvement within our wonderful or-der. However, is there any need to demon-strate anger because we disagree with theideas or another brother’s concept of whatis good for the lodge? Is it not more impor-tant and productive to the lodge and thecraft to recognize that our brother is attempt-ing to help us all improve as men and asMasons and do what he thinks is best forthe craft at that time?

Every brother in the lodge is equallyconcerned in the building of the Temple,that edifice greater than that of Solomon,and each has his work to do. Because thetask demands different gifts and powers, allare equally necessary to the work; the archi-tect who draws theplans, the Apprenticewho carries stones orshapes them with thechisel and gavel, theFellowcraft who pol-ishes and depositsthem in the wall, andthe Master Masonand Officers whomarshal the work-men, guide theirlabour and pay theirwages. Every one isequal to every other solong as he does goodwork, true work,square work. Nonebut is necessary to theerection of the edifice;none but receive thehonour of the Craft;

and all together know the joy of seeing theTemple slowly rising in the midst of theirlabours! Thus Masonry lifts men to a highlevel, making each a fellow-worker in a greatenterprise and if it is the best brotherhoodit is because it is a brotherhood of the best.

Yes my brethren, the Level demon-strates that we all spring from the same stock,partake of the same nature, and share in thesame hope; and although distinctionsamong men are necessary to preserve sub-ordination and to regard merit and ability,no eminence of station in life should makeus forget that we are brothers and that hewho is placed on the lowest spoke offortune’s wheel is as much entitled to ourregard and respect as he who has attainedthe highest, because the time will come, andthe best and wisest know not how soon,when all distinctions save those of goodnessand virtue shall cease, and death, the grandleveller of human greatness, shall reduce usall to the same level.

Brethren let us all work together for-getting our petty differences by deliberatelyand diligently working toward the buildingof that truly spiritual edifice whose basictenets and foundation must be inculcatedthrough brotherly love, relief and truth. Letus all “Meet upon the Level and Part uponthe Square”!

Submitted by Bro. Daniel G. Campbell

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Learning Centre For Dyslexic Children Off To A Good StartThe Learning Centre for Children

held its Official Opening on SundaySeptember 17, 2006.

Grand Master, M. W. Bro. RogerEisner, Grand Master of Masons inNova Scotia, and Ill. Bro. C. RobertTownshend the Sovereign Grand Com-mander of Scottish Rite Masonry inCanada, participated in the ceremonies,which included the traditional of cut-ting the “ceremonial ribbon”. Approxi-mately seventy-five people were in at-tendance, making for a very full house.Following the ceremonies the attendeesenjoyed a light lunch provided by the“Chowder Chicks” of the Port WallisUnited Church.

The Centre has seven volunteer tu-tors who are delivering remedial tutor-ing to eight dyslexic children. The chil-dren range in age from nine to sixteenyears. The children received their firsttutoring session on October 20, 2006.Each of the children is receiving two onehour tutoring sessions each week, out-side of the normal school hours. TheCentre operates Monday to Thursdayand on Saturday morning.

While the children have been in theprogram for only three months, several

parents have reported that already theyare observing an improvement in theirchild. This indeed is good news.

The program uses the Orton-Gillingham Approach. This programhas been used by the Masonic LearningCentres in the United States for manyyears and has proven to be very effec-tive in assisting children to learn to copewith their learning disability.

The tutors are required to undergoforty-five hours of training in theOrton-Gillingham Approach. Thetraining is being delivered by BarbaraLabrecque, the Director of the Portland,Maine, Learning Centre for Children.She comes to the Centre each monthfor two or three days. During these vis-its she delivers lectures on the Approachand observes a tutoring session witheach of the tutors to assist them in theirdevelopment. The tutors are approxi-mately halfway through their training.The schedule calls for the training tobe completed by the end of June.

As information concerning theCentre spreads through the community.parents who are desperate to find helpfor their children, are inquiring abouthaving their children enrolled in the

program. Applications from four addi-tional children have been approved foradmission into the program, but theycannot be admitted until additional tu-tors have been recruited and trained. Anumber of other applications have beenreceived and they are in the process ofbeing evaluated.

The principal challenge now facingthe Governors of the Centre is the re-cruiting of additional tutors and the ap-pointment of a Director to oversee theongoing operations.

With more tutors enlisted in theprogram, more children can be helpedto cope with their learning disability.

Inquiries would be welcomed fromthose who possess an undergraduate de-gree and have a genuine interest in help-ing to make a positive impact on thelife of a child.

More information about the Centeris available on the Centre’s website. Theaddress is www.dyslexiacentrehalifax.com.The Centre may be contacted by tele-phone at (902) 405-3895.

Submitted by Harold Crosby, G.T.

Books Of InterestMeditations on Masonic Symbolism

By John R. HeisnerThis book gives a spiritual in-

depth explanation of many of thecommon symbols and wordings ofour fraternity. Many of the shortarticles begin by saying what lessonwe as Freemasons are being taught.This book conveys the messageabout mankind’s relationship toGod. The contents are the opinionsof the author, however they do notpreach, they convey a message in avery practical and responsible man-ner.

Published by Publish America,ISBN: 1-4241-4781-6, S/C, 158pages, $25.00 Cdn.

Rosslyn RevealedA Library In Stone

By Alan Butler and John RitchieThis book covers in detail the

carvings which are found both in-side and out of Rosslyn Chapel. Thissmall gothic masterpiece situatednear Edinburgh was built in the 15thcentury and contains many myster-ies which these two authors deal within detail. Much evidence is put for-ward to give new insight to the pre-viously unknown facts about its ori-gin. Both authors are well qualifiedwith over 12 years of research behindthem.

ISBN: 1-905047-92-4, H/C,$35.00 Cdn. www.o-books.net

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Annapolis Royal Lodge No. 33On Sept 6, Annapolis Royal Lodge No. 33 brethern,ladies and visitors filled the lodge to capacity forthe presentation of the 60 year bar to Rt. Wor. Bro.E. “Kirk” Whitman by our Grand Master M. Wor.Bro. Roger Eisner. Kirk’s wife June also attendedwest of the alter during the presentation.

Submitted by Rt. Wor. Bro DennisBuchanan J.W. Annapolis Royal No. 33.

Annapolis Royal No. 33 had a “full house” recently. Two rows of seats on both sides. Usually they do wellto have 8 or 10. The second picture is Keith Lodge No. 16, on September 11. Again a full house - the firsttime in many years. Their usual turnout is 5 or 6.

Submitted by Roger E. Eisner, Grand Master

Acacia Lodge No. 8Members of Acacia Lodge 8 and

their wives gathered for a banquet Sep-tember 19, 2006, to honour three oftheir members. The chairman for thesocial evening was Worshipful BrotherWarren H. Chapman, Ruling Masterof Acacia Lodge 8. Head table guestsincluded: Very Worshipful BrotherAllan M. Chapman, ,Very WorshipfulBrother Aubrey M. Chapman, Mrs.Aubrey (Marilyn) Chapman, Worship-ful Brother Warren H. Chapman, Mrs.Warren (Brenda) Chapman, Mrs. Glen(Ann) Manthorne and Very Worship-ful Brother Glen M. Manthorne.Chairman Chapman conducted theevening’s affairs in a pleasantly humor-ous fashion.

Twenty-five year pins were pre-sented to Very Worshipful Brother(Old) Ken Thurston by Very Worship-ful Brother (young) Ken Ferris and toVery Worshipful Brother GlenManthorne by Immediate Past DistrictDeputy Grand Master, Right Worship-ful Brother Wilson A. Smith Jr.

Shown: Glen Manthorne (left), Ken Thurston (cen-tre), Aubrey Chapman (right). Glen Manthorne andAubrey Chapman were presented their MeritoriousService Medal, the highest award a lodge can presentto a member. Glen Manthorne and Ken Thurston,who became Masons together May 7, 1981, receivedtheir 25 year pins.

the fraternity for a minimum of fifteenyears and been active in the presentinglodge for at least five years and alsoactive in their communities. Citationsrecommending the presentation mustbe prepared and submitted to theAwards Committee of the Grand Lodgeof Nova Scotia by the presenting lodge.Receiving this award were Very Wor-shipful Brothers Aubrey M. Chapmanand Glen M. ManthorneVery Worship-ful Brother Aubrey M. Chapman waspresented his medal by his son, VeryWorshipful Brother Al lan M.Chapman. Son-in-law, Brother PeterM. Luddington of Moncton,N.B.presented his father-in-law, VeryWorshipful Brother Glen Manthornewith his medal. The head table guestshad earlier been led into the hall to theskirl of the pipes by his daughter, Mrs.Peter (Christiann) Luddington, amember of the R.C.M.P. Pipes andDrums and ER nurse, a lso ofMoncton.

The highest award a lodge can be-stow on a member is the MeritoriousService Medal and it is awarded tobrothers who have been members of

What Is The Tilers Oath?Declaration of a visitor that he has been regularly initiated, passed and raised

and does not stand suspended or expelled.

Source: MSA Digest Pocket Masonic Dictionary

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Broom And Gavel BonspielGrand Master MW Bro. Roger

Eisner accompanied by DGM Rt. Wor.Bro. Dan Campbell and SGW Rt. Wor.Bro. Roy Lively officially opened thebonspiel held at Brookfield Curling Clubin February, and hosted by C.W. SaundersLodge No. 125.

Some excellent curling shots weremade by the brethren who enjoyed bothgames and fellowship on the ice, 50/50draws, and many prizes.

A boisterous banquet held on Satur-day evening included an excellent roastbeef dinner, many great door prizes andguest speaker, MW Bro. Roger Eisnerwho remarked that he was very impressedwith the camaraderie shared by all present.

The Sunday draws included the fi-nals for all 5 divisions with the winningteams collecting their trophies and prizesafter some tough competition.

Division Winners:“A” DivisionFairview Lodge No. 126Runner-upFellowship Lodge No. 112

“B” DivisionRoyal Sussex Lodge No. 6 (Team 1)Runner-up Clarke Lodge No. 61

“C” DivisionWestern Shore Lodge No. 50Runner-upAcacia Lodge No. 8 (Team 2)

“D” DivisionAshlar Lodge No. 107Runner-upW.D. Lawrence Lodge No. 101

“E” DivisionAcacia Lodge No. 8 ( Team 1)Runner-upHarmony Lodge No. 52

The bonspiel committee of C.W.Saunders Lodge No. 125 would like tothank all of you who helped in any wayto make the 2007 edition of the “Broomand Gavel” the great success it was.

A special note of thanks to Rt. Wor.Bro. Gary Beattie of W. D. LawrenceLodge No. 101 for his generous supportof prizes.

Next year, the 2008 Edition of our“Broom and Gavel” bonspiel will behosted by Stewiacke Lodge No. 98 whohave already booked the ice time andstarted to make plans.

Thank you and good curling.

V. Wor. Bro. Phillip RandallC.W. Saunders Lodge No. 125Bonspiel Committee

Grand Master MW Bro. Roger Eisner officially opening the 2007 Broom and Gavel Bonspiel held Feb. 16-18, 2007. DGM Rt. Wor Bro. Dan Campbell on left, SGW Rt. Wor. Bro. Roy Lively on the right.

Mariners Lodge No. 80 On September 16, 2006, Wor. Bro.

Dowling presented lodge member Bro.Herbert A. Smith with his 55 and 60 yearbars. What is also significant is that Bro.Smith has not been able to attend a regu-lar lodge meeting in those 6 decades, yethe stays in touch, and regularly and faith-fully remits his dues each year. While notbeing able to attend lodge “in-person”,Bro. Smith is certainly with MarinersLodge and the fraternity “in spirit”.

Bro. Smith is a native of British Co-lumbia. In World War Two he joined theRoyal Canadian Navy and was posted toLouisbourg, Nova Scotia. It was inLouisbourg that Bro. Smith met his fu-

ture wife, the former Edith Martell.Through Edith’s father Arthur and twinbrother Raymond, both members ofMariners Lodge, Bro. Smith was intro-duced to Freemasonry and joined theLouisbourg lodge. By now the war wasover, and after being raised to the sub-lime degree of a Master Mason, newlymade Bro. Smith was transferred back toBritish Columbia, where he and Edithsettled in Burnaby.

Submitted V. Wor. Bro. Darius (Dare)B. PowellMariners Lodge No. 80 Louisbourg

Front row: Wor. Bro. Wayne Dowling, to his rightBro. Herbert Smith. Behind, left to right: Bros.Eric Beresford, Philip Bagnell, David Murrant, HarveyLewis, Darius Powell, Francis Cathcart, Loren Calvert,Robert McFadgen, David Delaney, andEdwardMurrant.

Front center: Wor. Bro. Wayne Dowling, to his right,Bro. Herbert Smith and spouse Edith. Around themare friends of Bro. Smith and Edith, and brethrenof Mariners Lodge.

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District MeetingThe District Meeting of the Masonic Lodges of Cape Breton Centre was held on 18 October, at the new lodge rooms of Royal

Albert Lodge, North Sydney. The Deputy Grand Master of Masons for Nova Scotia, MW Bro. Daniel Campbell was in attendanceand presented Rt. Hon. Bob Muir, Royal Oak No. 85, with a 60 year bar. The DGM presented 50 year jewels to Wor. Bro. Roy B.Pushie and Bro. Dr. Coleman G. Lecker both of MacKay No. 113. Certificates of office were also presented to DDGM Rt. Wor. Bro.Gordon MacLeod, DGDC V. Wor. Bro. George Standing, and DGC V. Wor. Bro. Ray Nicholson of Royal Albert No. 19.

(Photos by DGDC Bro. George Standing)

From left to right: Bro. Dr. Coleman Lecker, Wor. Bro. Roy Pushie and DeputyGrand Master MW Bro. Dan Campbell.

Left to right: District Grand Director of Ceremonies V. Wor. Bro. George Stand-ing, District Grand Clergy V. Wor. Bro. Ray Nicholson, Grand Lodge Director ofCeremonies and District Deputy Grand Master Rt. Wor. Bro. Gordon MacLeod.

From left to right are retired Senator Rt. Hon. Bro.Bob Muir and Deputy Grand Master MW Bro. DanCampbell.

Left to right: Bro. Dr. Coleman Lecker and DeputyGrand Master MW Bro. Dan Campbell. Left to right: District Deputy Grand Master Rt. Wor.

Bro. Gordon MacLeod and Deputy Grand Master MWDan Campbell.

Are The Tracing Board And The Trestle Board Masonically The Same?No. The tracing board bears upon it representations of the several symbols of one or all the degrees; the trestle board is

that drawing board, supported upon a trestle, on which anciently, the Master Builder drew his designs. In early lodgesMasonic symbols were drawn upon earth or floor with charcoal or chalk; these were erased when the meeting was over. Later,such symbols were presented upon a permanent surface and became the Master’s Carpet, and today in many lodges are to beseen upon oil cloth or canvas, pointed out by a Deacon during the delivery of the lecture.

Trestle board appeared at least two hundred years ago, mentioned in Prichard’s Masonry Dissected, early exposé ofMasonic ritual. Mackey considers that the Volume of the Sacred Law is the trestle board of modern Masons.

Source: MSA Digest 101 Questions About Freemasonry

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Your Giving, Your SharingAn Introduction to theMasonic Foundation of NovaScotia

Charity is a Cornerstone of theFreemason’s way of Life

The mission of the Masonic Founda-tion is to encourage the active practice ofthe Masonic Principles of Benevolence andCharity, and to promote a positive image ofFreemasonry in the Community.

Charity is often seen as the public faceof Freemasonry. Freemasons’ charity inNova Scotia is best known through benevo-lence, care for the aged, hospitals, learningcentres for dyslexic children, and financialsupport for students pursuing higher edu-cation; but there is much more being done

than is generally recognized.It is a little known fact that Freemasons’

work is widely applied to the general publicand most often directed at non-Masoniccauses. While all Freemasons’ Lodgesthroughout the jurisdiction of the GrandLodge of Nova Scotia practice charity in theirown right, the Masonic Foundation of NovaScotia is the body mainly responsible for themanagement and distribution of money forcharitable purposes; including benevolent as-sistance given through the Assisted HomeProgram and shared funding with Lodgespursuing local community and scholarshipprograms. The Foundation’s Fund used forthese endeavours is the result of the dona-tions of Freemasons by direct giving and in-come from investments.

The work of the Foundation is ofgreat significance to all Freemasons inNova Scotia, and charitable giving is aprivilege taken very seriously. As a purelyprivate organization Freemasons are proudto be working quietly within their com-munities for the benefit of those less for-tunate. However, this gives us no right tobe complacent with our results. Theamount of our donations to the Fund hasnot shown the increase that will ensure

that we will be ableto face the futurewith confidence.There is a need forcontinued indi-vidual donationsfrom all membersof our Fraternity.To enable us to be“a force for good”,as has been shownby recent and pastactivities, allLodges must bemore proactive intheir efforts to keepour name in frontof the public in apositive manner,and encourage theirmembers to re-member that one ofour fundamentalprinciples is charity.

There are anumber of ways

money from the Masonic Foundationreaches the Recipients.

Support for IndividualsApplications can be made to the Assisted

Home Program through any of the individualLodges in Nova Scotia. These are mainly forassistance in cases of cost-of-living relief, homemaintenance and health care for Masons andtheir widows. Naturally, Lodges are con-cerned for their own members and families,and may apply for assistance on their behalf.

Support for EducationThe pursuit of higher education at de-

gree granting universities and communitycolleges for selected students is providedthrough a cost sharing scholarship programwith the Lodges. In addition, the Founda-tion in cooperation with the Scottish RiteCharitable Foundation funds the operationof a Masonic Learning Centre for Dyslexicchildren.

Caring for the CommunityIn addition to the needs of individuals,

the Foundation contributes on a shared fund-ing basis to support Lodges’ own fund-rais-ing efforts, many of which are for assistanceto community organizations. The Founda-tion provides guidelines which must be metin order for these applications to be approved.

Natural DisastersThe Foundation may assist people who

have been adversely affected by natural disas-ters such as floods, earthquakes, fire or hurri-canes. These funds are given in circumstanceswhere immediate help is essential.

“May a Freemason’s charity have no boundssave that of prudence”.

The Masonic Foundation of Nova ScotiaInformation Booklet describing the AssistedHome Program, the Shared Funds Program,the Nova Scotia Freemasons Scholarship Pro-gram, and the Administered Program maybe read from the Grand Lodge Web SiteHome Page, Masonic Foundation of NovaScotia section: http://www.grandlodgens.org/

Submitted by Rt. Wor. Earl Banks.

50 Year Jewel Presented

On November 4, 2006, at the annual dinner of Sircom Lodge No. 66,A.F. & A.M. in Whycocomagh, Wor. Bro. Donald W. Matheson was pre-sented with his 50 year jewel. Several family members and Masonicacquaintances of Bro. Matheson were in attendance. In this picture,Past Grand Master Wor. Bro. Shane MacFarlane presents Bro. Mathesonwith his jewel.

Submitted by Wor. Bro. Fred Matthews, Secretary,Sircom Lodge No. 66.

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Grand Lodge of Nova ScotiaMembers Registration Form

June 1st & 2nd, 2007

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