SCOTTISH RITE
REPORTER
VALLEY OF EAU CLAIRE ▲ WISCONSIN ▲ SPRING 2015
▲ Reverence for God ▲ Justice ▲ Integrity ▲ Tolerance ▲ Devotion To Country ▲ Service to Humanity
Spring Class Named in
Honor of
Harold C. Freid, 32° - MSA
The Spring Class has been named in honor of Harold C. Freid
32°- MSA. Harold was born May 2, 1924 in Eau Claire to Carl
and Ida Freid, one of three children. He lived and was raised on
a farm. He graduated from Eau Claire Senior High School in
1943. In July of 1944 he was drafted into the U.S. Marine Corps
and served 27 months with the 2nd Marine Division on Saipan, Okinawa, and 10 months
occupation duty in Japan. He was discharged in 1946. He served in the Navy, Marine
Corps and Army Reserves and is a life member of Eau Claire VFW Post #305. He attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa and graduated in 1951 with a BA degree in
Composite Math-Science and Physical Education Major and an Education Minor. He
taught at Bonduel High School, Wisconsin Dells High School, Eau Claire Memorial High
School, and DeLong Middle School. He received several scholarships for Math and Science through the National Science Foundation, and was employed by the Town of
Washington as a part time assessor. He was baptized, confirmed, and is a member of
Grace Lutheran Church where he has served as a Deacon and taught Sunday School.
He married his wife Ione on August 17, 1957 at Grace Lutheran. They have four children
and eleven grandchildren all living in the Eau Claire area. He has been very active in the
Boy Scouts since 1968. He has served as Assistant Scoutmaster and Scout Master of
the troop. He received training at Camp Decorah and at Philmont Scout Ranch in New
Mexico. He has attended jamborees in Pennsylvania and New Mexico. He received the
Silver Beaver award in 1985. He belongs to the Golden K Kiwanis and served as President in 2006-07 and 2014-15. He was raised a Master Mason in 1969 in Eau Claire
Lodge 112, serving as Master in 1981. He served as District Deputy for District 7 from
1983-86 and was District Counselor from 1987-93. He was appointed Grand Representative to Grand Lodge of the Philippines in 1994. He was exalted to Royal Arch Mason in 1982 and served as High Priest in 87 and 89, and was Grand Chapter Officer in
96. He was elected Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Wisconsin in 2003. He
was appointed Grand Representative to British Columbia GCRAM in 1999. He served a
three year appointment as Wis. Ambassador to the General Grand Chapter of Royal
Arch Masons International. He was 1st Vice President of Tri-State RAM of Wis, Mich, &
Minn 2003-2004.He was made a Select Master Chippewa Council #25 in 1982 and
served as TIM in 97. He was Knighted in Dec. 1982 of Commandary #8 and was Commander 94-96. He was made a member of Wis. Priory #16 KYCH in 98. In 84 he received the degree of Tall Cedars of Lebanon. He is a member of York Rite College #85.
He was Past Governor in 2006. He was awarded the Purple Cross of the York Rite College in 2003. He was initiated a SPRS in 1972 and served as TPM in 92. He received
the MSA in 2003. He joined the Zor Shrine in 1975 and was in the Drum Corps. He was
active in Eastern Star serving as Worthy Patron and was named Grand Rep. to British
Columbia and the Yukon in 2002. He was Initiated Red Cross of Constantine in 2003. He
was Installed Sovereign for 2012 Red Cross of Constantine. He thanks everyone.
Valley of Eau Claire Schedule
April—2015
1
Abbott Scholarship Due
10
Spring Art and Wine Event for
Children’s Dyslexia Center @5:30pm
11
Spring Reunion
20
Regular Meeting @ 7pm
25
Spring Reunion & Ladies Program
May—2015
14
Take Aim at Dyslexia! Trap Shoot
Eau Claire Rod & Gun-3pm to 8pm
18
Regular Meeting @ 7pm
June—2015
15
Regular Meeting @ 7pm
July—2015
18 General Valley Meeting & Mid
Year Planning Session @ 9am
August—2015
17
Regular Meeting @ 7pm
September—2015
21
Regular Meeting @ 7pm
October—2015
10
Fall Reunion
17
Council of Deliberation, LaCrosse
24 Fall Reunion & Ladies Program
50 years ago—1965—Elevator annex open and complete.
40 years ago—1975—46 Master Masons in spring ‘75 class,
in honor of Ill. Noah J. Frey, 33°
30 years ago—1985—Spring 1985 class named for Ill. Edwin
G. Leist, 33°, MS, Past CIC.
20 years ago—1995—Ill. Neil s. Hanson, 33°, assumes the
duties of Valley Secretary.
10 years ago—2005— Ill. Norman L. Christensen, 33°, and Ill.
Garry D. Hageness, 33°, recognized for their years of dedication to Masonry, and Scottish Rite with dinner and Roast.
SCOTTISH RITE
REPORTER
SPRING REUNION 2015
Official Publication of the Coordinate Bodies, A.A.S.R. Valley of Eau Claire, Wisconsin
(715)832-7759 ▲E-Mail: [email protected] ▲ Published 6 – 10 Times A Year
Vol. 58 No. 2
616 Graham Ave▲Masonic Temple
PO Box 345, Eau Claire, WI 54702
Candidates & Ladies
Cocktails & Hors D’ Oeuvres Reception
April 25th at 4:15 P.M.
in the Eau Claire Masonic Temple Small Dining Room with Cocktails,
Beer, Wine, Soda & Hors D’ Oeuvres of Assorted Sausages, Assorted
Dips, Cheeses, various savories, Crackers & Chips.
Harold C. Freid, 32° - MSA Class
Spring Reunion Banquet
April 25th at 5:15 P.M.
Catered By KP Katering
Nuto Dixieland Band
The Nuto Dixieland Band will be providing entertainment during
the Spring Reunion Banquet this year!
Brothers and Ladies, please sign up
early for the April 25th Valley of Eau
Claire Ladies Program!
9:00
Ladies/Brides room – Getting to know each
other (light breakfast)
Meet by front stairs – Transportation
provided for
10:30
all events
11:15
Olive Garden for lunch (soup, salad & breadsticks)
12:30
Leave for Valley Art Association – Fine Art
Faire/Spring Fest
@ Northern Wisconsin State Fair grounds (
indoor exhibition hall)
2:30
Return to Scottish Rite Center
RSVP: Please RSVP to Valley Secretary, Jim Trowbridge 715832-7759 or
[email protected]
The Reunion Banquet in the Historic Eau Claire Masonic Temple Main Ballroom Will Be Catered By KP Katering and will feature a buffet style meal. The meal will include chef carved
roast beef with horseradish sauce, braised chicken breast with
smoked gouda sauce, parsley baby red potatoes, buttered
corn, garden tossed salad with French and ranch dressing,
fresh rolls with butter, coffee, milk and water service, and
strawberry shortcake with whipped topping! $18.50 per person, price includes tax and tip.
RSVP ASAP!!
No Unreserved Tickets Will Be Sold At The Door!
Mail With Payment To:
Eau Claire Scottish Rite
P.O. Box 345
Eau Claire, WI 54702
NAME:____________________________________________
Take Aim at Childrens Dyslexia!
Come out for a great afternoon of trap shooting for a wonderful
cause! May 14th, 2015 marks the 2nd annual trap shoot
benefiting the Children’s Dyslexia Center of Upper Wisconsin.
There will be trap shooting, door prizes, raffles, and food
available for purchase.
The cost is $50 per person. Contact Sterling Standiford at 715577-5751 with any questions.
ADDRESS:________________________________________
___________________________________________
#_______@ $18.50 for Roast Beef / Braised Chicken Buffet
SCOTTISH RITE
REPORTER
SPRING REUNION 2015
Official Publication of the Coordinate Bodies, A.A.S.R. Valley of Eau Claire, Wisconsin
(715)832-7759 ▲E-Mail: [email protected] ▲ Published 6 – 10 Times A Year
Vol. 58 No. 2
616 Graham Ave▲Masonic Temple
PO Box 345, Eau Claire, WI 54702
Saturday – April 11, 2015
7:30
AM
Coffee & Donuts……………….….Large Dining Room
8:00
AM
Class Registration……………….…………….. Office
9:00
AM
Ceremonial Opening All Bodies….…………. Classroom
9:30
AM
4th Degree: Master Traveler…………….. Auditorium
10:00 AM
Discussion of the 4th degree-Open to all Brethren………Upper Lounge
10:30 AM
th
6 Degree: Master of the Brazen Serpent
………………….…………………………………………….…….Auditorium
11:00 AM
Discussion of the 6th Degree Open to all Brethren………Upper Lounge
11:15 AM
12:15 PM
Lunch…………………………………..Small Dining Room
7th Degree: Provost and Judge …. …….Auditorium
1:00
Discussion of the 7th Degree
PM
– Open to all Brethren….…Upper Lounge
th
1:30
PM
11 Degree: Sublime Master Elected….Auditorium
2:00
PM
Discussion of the 11th Degree Open to all Brethren. …...Upper Lounge
2:30
PM
3:30
PM
Discussion of the 14th Degree – Open to all Brethren.... Upper Lounge
4:00
PM
16th Degree: Prince of Jerusalem ..........Auditorium
4:30
PM
Discussion of the 16th Degree – Open to all Brethren….Upper Lounge
4:45
PM
Reception downstairs…………….Small Dining Room
14th Degree: Grand Elect Mason….…...Auditorium
Valley of Eau Claire Office Moving
Forward with WebEx!
The Valley Office has recently been updated
with a new camera, monitor, and computer
equipment. The new additions allow for more
efficient remote attendance of meetings, and
opens the door to many other opportunities
for long distance conferencing!
The technology allows attendees to “call in”
from their home computer or phone and
attend meetings being held at the Temple.
Those with computers are able to see and
hear everyone at the conference table at the
Temple, and are also able to see any
documents being shared right on their
screen!
Saturday – April 25, 2015
8:00
AM
Donuts & Coffee………………..…..Large Dining Room
8:30
AM
Class Assembly………….…...............…… Classroom
8:45
AM
23rd Degree: Knight of Valor…………….Auditorium
9:45
AM
Discussion of the 23rd Degree – Open to all Brethren…..Upper Lounge
10:05 AM
Class Picture.…………...…....……Large Lodge Room
10:25 AM
18th Degree: Knight of Rose Croix,…….Auditorium
11:10 AM
Discussion of the 18th Degree Open to all Brethren……. Upper Lounge
11:30 AM
Lunch……….……………….....…..Small Dining Room
12:30 PM
20th Degree: Master ad Vitam….…...…..Auditorium
1:30
PM
Discussion of the 20th Degree – Open to all Brethren…..Upper Lounge
1:50
PM
Presentation by Director of the Work and Active Member..Class Room
2:20
PM
32nd Degree: Sublime Prince of the Royal
Secret..................................... ……….….. Auditorium
3:50
PM
Discussion of the 32nd Degree - Open to all Brethren…...Upper Lounge
4:15
PM
Reception……………………..…....Small Dining Room
5:15
PM
Banquet………………….…………....Large Dining Room
Savor the Flavor of Spring, Art,
and Wine!
On April 10, 2015 join us at the Children’s
Dyslexia Center for an evening of enjoyment!
View artwork from local artists while you
sample a variety of wines, from local
wineries. There will be spring themed raffles,
and an art auction to end the evening! Also,
help us thank our benefactors from 2014!
Doors open at 5:30pm for the wine tasting
and art exhibit, art auction and benefactor
recognition begins at 7:30pm and raffle at
8:30pm. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25
at the door. Call 715-598-4986, or visit
www.wicdc.org for tickets. Hope to see you
there!
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Scholarship Congratulations!
Lenora Soppeland, daughter of Past High Priest of the R.A.M. No. 36 of Eau Claire Harold Freid,
received a scholarship gift for continuing education in Nursing. Lenora is attending Viterbo University
of LaCrosse, pursuing a Graduate Degree in Nursing.
The scholarship is available from R.A.M. No. 36 to those starting, or enrolled in, a nursing program.
For application information, contact any member of the R.A.M. No. 36 in Eau Claire!
Also, please remember that applications for the Abbott Scholarship are due April 1st, 2015. The
application must be filled out online, then printed and mailed to the Valley Secretary at: AASR Valley
Secretary, PO Box 345, Eau Claire, WI 54702.
The link for the application is http://scottishritenmj.org/members-center/forms