Alexandria-Washington Lodge No. 22

February 1990

FROM THE EAST

I have said in Lodge many times that we need a Transportation Committee for the purpose of bringing the Widows to the social events and elderly members to the meetings - no response. I am convinced the word "committee" is the wrong approach - so let me try again -will you come join me in the AW22 Express Club. No dues, just a lot of fun. The effort on your part will be small, but, the joy in their hearts will be BIG; won't you light their candle?? All aboard!

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Masonic Home with Bro. Swiger, we saw Bea Robinson (Widow of West), now 89 years young, also Brother Persiani. Both are in good health and very happy.

This month will be very busy with both the Grand Lodge in session and George Washington's Birthday Celebration including the visit of the Grand Master. We also have a large amount of degree work to complete for our eight (8) candidates. On this point, I want to take my hat off to Brothers Jack Canard and Earl Million for an outstanding job of coaching the candidates on the catechism. Brother Claude Harris has also joined the team, but these brethren alone can not meet the total requirement. I hope you will come forward and assist us with the coaching as well as attend all the activities scheduled this month.

The Officers have tickets for the George Washington birthday dinner on February 24th. Donations are $10.00. Looking forward to seeing all the brethren in attendance.

Sincerely and Fraternally,

Wardell H. Thomas
Worshipful Master

HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHT - 200 Years Ago

February 22, 1790 - Lodge 22 celebrated Washington's Birthday for the first time, a Banquet and Ball at Gadsby's Tavern.

IN MEMORIAM

Paul R. Handlon - December 11, 1988
Stonewall Jackson Hutchins - December 11, 1989
John Wesley Raines - December 12, 1989

May they rest in peace

Additional note from the Worshipful Master

My Brethren:

In light of my message in the Trestleboard this month with reference to transportation for members of the Lodge who find it difficult to attend Lodge meetings, either called or stated, because of the lack of transportation, I need information on the brethren who would like the use the transportation assistance if it is provided.

Accordingly, If you would like to receive the transportation assistance yourself, or know of another brother who you feel needs the assistance, but, would not ask for it for himself, please complete the information requested below and send it directly to me at my address listed in the Trestleboard or to the Secretary.

Brothers Name: ______________________________________________________

Location for pick-up: __________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

Phone number for coordination by driver: ___________________________________

Special instructions or considerations:

Once I receive your response, I will organize the information into a Transportation Plan on the Lodge Computer and match your requirement with an available driver. I do have several volunteers now, but, need several more. Please respond with your information.

Sincerely and fraternally,

Wardell H. Thomas
Worshipful Master

ALEXANDRIA-WASHINGTON LODGE No. 22 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Post Office Box 4330 Alexandria, Virginia 22303-0330 Memorial Phone: (703) 683-2007 - - Lodge Phone: (703) 299-6122

FEBRUARY 1990 - TRESTLEBOARD

Day	Time	Activity
Mon 02/05/1990	6:00 pm 7:00 pm	OFFICER PLANNING MEETING - Lodge Meeting Room CALLED COMMUNICATION - Work in the EA and FC Degrees
Thu 02/08/1990	7:30 pm	STATED COMMUNICATION - Vote on Grand Lodge Resolutions
Sun 02/11/1990 through Tue 02/13/1990		GRAND LODGE COMMUNICATION: Richmond, Virginia
Wed 02/21/1990	7:30 pm	Official visit of Alex-Wash Lodge #22 to John Blair Lodge #187, Alexandria Scottish Rite Temple
Thu 02/22/1990	7:30 pm	STATED COMMUNICATION - Report on Grand Lodge Resolutions
Fri 02/23/1990	7:00 pm	Rehearsal in Lodge Room for Official Visit of the Grand Master
Sat 02/24/1990	8:45 am 10:00 am 5:00 pm 6:30 pm 8:00 pm	GEORGE WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY COMMEMORATION Wreath Laying at Mount Vernon Refreshments at Collingwood Lodge Opens - Receive Grand Master for official visit Dinner Entertainment in the GWMNM Auditorium
Mon 02/26/1990	7:00 pm	CALLED COMMUNICATION - Work in the MM Degree

STATED COMMUNICATIONS: Second and Fourth Thursdays
of each month except Thanksgiving, Observance of
George Washington's Birthday and December 27th

We meet at 7:30 unless otherwise stated.
GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL

Other Meetings at GWMNM

First and Third Wednesday at 7:00pm Bethel No. 22. I.O.J.D.
First and Third Monday at 7:00pm Alexandria Washington Chapter Order of DeMolay