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A Publication of Shrine Masons. Feb., 2021 - Vol. 121, Issue 2 2021 Potentate Terry Griffith and First Lady Debby!
Al Kader OASIS
Published Monthly
From the Potentate’s Desk
Al Kader, Shriners International by 2021 Potentate Terry Griffith - potentate@bendbroadband.com
25100 SW Parkway Ave.
Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600 The first month of 2021 is now officially
Phone: (503) 682-4420 in the books, but it still looks a great deal
Fax: (503) 685-5080 like 2020, due to the pandemic. I recently
Email: editor@alkadershriners.org saw a billboard that read “Let’s not make
www.AlKaderShriners.org
Subscription Price $8.00 / yr
2021, 2020 part 2” and thought that to be
very profound. I had hoped that things
Elected Divan would have improved, but patience is the
Terry Griffith, Potentate key. IS Carl Thompson referenced being
email: potentate@bendbroadband.com
Mark Phillips, Chief Rabban
the captain of a ship last year, and I also
Carl Robinson, Assistant Rabban used this analogy during installation, as it
Martin Klos,High Priest & Prophet takes time to invoke change.
Marty Bush, Oriental Guide
Gillan Bradley, Treasurer During last year, we discovered that our
IS Todd Weedman, Recorder Transportation Fund was beyond what
our Imperial guidelines allowed and
Appointed Divan
Jeff Zimmerman, 1st Ceremonial Master
could have been surrendered to Imperial.
Dennis Harris, 2nd Ceremonial Master So it was decided by the Executive
Bill Hinkle, Director Board to start the process of approving a transfer of funds from our
Curtis Hanson, Marshal Transportation Fund to Aloha’s Transportation Fund. It moved through
Bruce Fish, Captain of the Guard
the proper channels, executive board, stated meeting and Imperial, and
Larry Evey, Temple Outer Guard
Steve Levin, Chaplain was approved. They support their Hospital, on Oahu, solely and have
Potentate’s Emissaries; Forrest Hatch, enormous transportation costs, drawing patients from the entire Pacific
Rod Thompson, Larry Evey, Bill Quier, Ted Rim. (We have multiple Temples supporting our Hospital in Portland.)
Balestreri, Frank Brewington, Rodger Hood
They were extremely grateful to receive this donation, which provide an
Support Services Staff opportunity to create an Alliance with Aloha Temple. Al Kader and Aloha
Chief of Staff: Mel De Hut
Deputy Chief of Staff: John & Barb Wilde
are now Alliance Temples, which is similar to “Sister Cities.” This will
Staff; Rich & Janet Ling, Alicia Moss, Judy allow both Temples to exchange ideas, awareness and appreciation of
Smith, Al & Sue Harris, JB & Linda Dick, each other, for growth. This has never been done within the Shrine, so it is
Horacio Arellano, Richard King, Forrest & exciting in itself and look forward to a lasting relationship.
Linda Hatch, Dannie & Addie Adamson, Tom
& Jane Chappelle, Roger H.Hodge II One of the “Focus Areas” that I identified for 2021 is communications.
More especially now, communications is vital for the wellbeing of
Temple Unit Staff
Robert Baugh, Director of Units
our fraternity and our Temple. I have enlisted the assistance of seven
Vacant, Assistant Dir. of Units Nobles to act as my official messengers (Emissary) located strategically
throughout our Temple’s area. They will be keeping in close contact with
Potentate’s Appointments the Clubs and Units, encouraging better communications, both directions.
Attorney: Matt Wand
Ambassador at Large: IS John Nerski As we continue to create new contingency plans for 2021, please
Ambassador at Large: Skip Stanaway
remember that Lady Debby and I want to “reopen” Al Kader Shrine as
Ambassador: Ron Ellenson
Ambassador: Gary Scott soon as possible but we also want to keep each of you safe. All our efforts
are devoted to that and we will again be able to socialize in the future, but
Emeritus will always have your best interests at heart.
Kenji Yaguchi, Ambassador
Robert Keller, Treasurer
IS Dave Johnson, Editor
Live the Masonic Way
OASIS
Potentate IS Terry Griffith, Publisher Terry Griffith, Potentate
Patrick Sheehan, Editor
Art Thompson, Photographer
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2 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021
Chaplain’s Report
by Noble Steven Levin
During the waning days of January, much of
the gloom brought about by the pandemic, the
political strife, and other factors in our turbulent
world we saw the glimmer of hope with the start of
vaccinations, the end of some virulent governmental
battles, the lessening of numbers of “Black Camel
Visits” to so many of our Masonic Family, and
more. This of course, we can attribute to the love of
our G.A.O.T.U. His gift of light (something, we as
Masons have sought since day one), has propelled
us upon our individual journeys in the pursuit of the
goals set by all of our moral compasses.
It is with those thoughts in mind, that we must make
the decision to continue to seek the high ground. By
living each day in thanks and continuing to follow
the tenets of our great fraternal brotherhood, we can
continue to try to make ourselves better and find the
harmony necessary to remain decent, honorable,
loyal and proud citizens.
Let us never forget the goals as set for us by our
own moral compasses. Let us strive diligently
towards those goals and constantly make every
effort to make ourselves better tomorrow than we
were today.
I remain your humble Chaplain.
2021 Elected Divan
Chief Rabban Assistant Rabban
Mark Phillips Carl Robinson
High Priest & Prophet Oriental Guide
Martin Klos Martin Bush
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 3
2021
Installation
4 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021
2020 Necrology Report
by Noble Steven Levin
Illustrious Sir Terry Griffith did in fact, request a paragraph or two separate from the Chaplain’s Report
explaining the need to postpone the initiation of the revised Necrology Ceremony including the symbolic
“Fez Burning” (thank you John Smith for your excellent idea) due to the necessity of closing large
gatherings during the Coronavirus Pandemic. The solemnity of the ceremony certainly requires so much
more live human participation than a restricted electronic meeting could possibly provide, that it is prudent
to postpone the actual ceremony until such time as we can truly appreciate it’s worth.
Name City DOB Passed
Robert B. Murray Scappoose, OR 4/14/1928 1/14/2020
Tony Taylor Newberg, OR 6/8/1928 1/15/2020
William G. Field Portland, OR 9/12/1929 1/23/2020
Bobby D. Johnson Myrtle Creek, OR 3/20/1924 2/4/2020
John J. Currie Milwaukie, OR 9/8/1951 2/4/2020
Donald C. Turner Vancouver, WA 12/31/1929 3/4/2020
Floyd G. Rewey Forest Grove, OR 7/4/1933 3/18/2020
Lloyd C. Peterson Milwaukie, OR 10/19/1927 3/22/2020
Wallace D. Alexander Tillamook, OR 8/1/1929 4/14/2020
Richard A. Montee Madras, OR 9/20/1938 6/10/2020
I.S. Gary V. Bowers, P.P. Vancouver, WA 9/26/1928 6/11/2020
Chris W. Woolcock Gresham, OR 7/7/1953 6/15/2020
Clarence M. Graham Terrebonne, OR 4/19/1920 7/29/2020
Paul D. Kirk Bend, OR 11/11/1927 8/6/2020
Warren F. Cook Portland, OR 6/16/1946 8/21/2020
Earl D. Swenson Beaverton, OR 3/9/1923 8/25/2020
Bruce Procknow Sweet Home, OR 4/8/1930 9/2/2020
Charles R. Nelson Walla Walla, WA 12/12/1926 9/26/2020
Kervyn L. Harned Pendleton, OR 2/15/1931 10/1/2020
Kenneth R. Palen Salem, OR 10/2/1926 10/19/2020
Leonard G. Cardwell Lebanon, OR 11/2/1937 10/24/2020
Ronald A. Cooper Eugene, OR 7/26/1937 11/8/2020
Jerrold L. Larsen Portland, OR 5/6/1933 11/17/2020
Scott M. Brasher Bend, OR 5/30/1982 11/30/2020
James A. Strout Stayton, OR 5/14/1927 12/5/2020
James F. Godier Hermiston, OR 2/6/1939 12/12/2020
Allen A. Johnson Portland, OR 4/29/1927 12/12/2020
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 5
Your Elected Divan has been very active towards balancing the budget. In 2020 expenses
were cut by 16%, and the 2021 Budget was trimmed another 13%. Already this year the
office has made changes that reduced our monthly phone and Internet Expense by $450
per month, and Printer/Copier costs by another $200 per month. Also, we are currently
working with Oregon DMV to possibly obtain Fleet status for our vehicles, which will save
many hours previously spent on registration; and with an accurate fleet list, may result in
a reduced insurance expenditure.
Office space has been rented upstairs for $900 per month and is under contract for the
next year; with an option to extend. Also, the kitchen is being rented on an hourly-use
basis. Being our Temple has more potential office space, this could prove to be a valuable
revenue stream. A substantial push for weddings and other large rentals is also underway,
and initial indications are quite promising.
Continuing to reduce costs, while increasing revenue, has put Al Kader Temple on the
path towards financial fitness. But we need to ask for some sweat from you…
Fundraising will be a huge factor in sustaining our Shrine, and every Noble will play an
important part in making those events successful. This is not only necessary to maintain
our facility, it is even more vital to our support of the Children blessed every day by our
Portland Shrine Hospital.
Join us and Together we will succeed.
In the Faith, IS Todd Weedman , Recorder
6 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021
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Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 7
Central Oregon Shrine Club Food
Caravan
by Noble David Blair
This year’s food caravan took on a much different
look for all of us than in years past. Along with
our Potentate, four Central Oregon Nobles came by Dereesa Reid, Administrator of Shriners
together on January 13th to deliver $5,000.00 worth Hospitals for Children - Portland
of food to the Shriners Hospital for Children in
Portland. Another year partnering with Albertsons, The Pacific Northwest winter is spectacular and
Mike, the store manager in Bend again was a continues to project its majesty despite storms and
supporter of our efforts for the hospital. A big unpredictable weather. Similarly, we overcame the
shout-out to the hospital staff that came to the storms of 2020 at Shriners Hospital for Children -
loading dock to help unload 3 ½ trucks of food. Portland, sustaining our excellent quality of care
and achieving new heights in our stewardship.
A recent photo reminds me of this moment in time
where we reflect on the long COVID-19 winter of
2020 and the promise of 2021. When we arrived
in the national park, clouds swirled around the
summit of Mt. Rainier. For almost an hour, the
clouds would drift by with new clouds relentlessly
slipping in. It seemed that our long day trip to the
park might not produce any photos of the summit.
Wandering along the snowy, riverbed rocks, the
nearby icy waters of the Nisqually River raced
down the mountain just as it did when we visited
the same spot last spring. Summer is short and
winter is long on Mt Rainier. The mountains are
green then dusted with snow and eventually
wrapped in a frozen wonderland.
Near the summit, Nisqually Glacier feeds this
river. Each winter, hundreds of inches of snow
fall on Mt. Rainier, replenishing the 25 major
glaciers and numerous snow and ice patches. For
centuries, maybe thousands of years, the Nisqually
River and 8 other major rivers are continuously fed
and renewed by winter snows and storms. Without
the winter snows, water - the source of life - could
not be sustained.
Unlike previous visits, there were fewer people in
the park, most wearing their face masks. The hike
along the rocks and boulders was slower, more
deliberate - careful not to slip and fall on an icy
patch. Nature is resting and renewing. The sound
of the river was clearer. The few roaming hikers
talked less. There was peace in the moment rather
than the usual chatter and rush up the hiking
trail. Perhaps, we were all renewing our spirit
and energy after months of relentless COVID-19
clouds!
Eventually, the clouds melted away and the sun’s
rays illuminated the mountain. With the blink of
a camera, the moment was captured, and we are
8 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021
reminded of the promise of sunny days ahead. When I was growing up, watching our small, round
As the year 2020 melts away, along with the black & white television, with 4 channels (on a good
challenges of COVID-19, I hope that you take day), it was always family time. I would lay directly in
strength in nature’s promise of a new spring and front of the swivel stand and would act as the remote
the wonders beyond our imagination that the (for you younger Nobles & Ladies remotes were not
New Year in 2021 has in store for us. invented yet).
Our weekly lineup was always the same and always
Greeters included Disney, Animal Kingdom and Red Skelton.
By Noble Don Slezak During one of Red Skelton’s evenings, he took time
Happy Groundhog Day. to share this version of the Pledge of Allegiance,
which I feel is extremely timely, especially now:
The Greeters are one of the oldest Units in
Al Kader. We are on the door to greet Nobles When I was a small boy in Vincennes, Indiana, I
and guests to official functions. This includes heard, I think, one of the most outstanding speeches
socials and any gathering including picnics. I ever heard in my life. I think it compares with the
As a Greeter you get to meet a lot of people Sermon on the Mount, Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address,
and shake a lot of hands. This is a recruiting and Socrates’ Speech to the Students.
notice. We need more members. We also are We had just finished reciting the Pledge of
the only unit that does pumpkin carving for Allegiance, and he (Mr. Lasswell, the Principal of
the patients at the hospital. We greet and hand Vincennes High School) called us all together, and
out pins to the bikers that come to the hospital said, “Uh, boys and girls, I have been listening to
for the ABATE run. We don’t do parades but you recite the Pledge of Allegiance all semester, and
we are available as spectators. This is a unit it seems that it has become monotonous to you. Or,
the welcomes new members. We meet on the could it be, you do not understand the meaning of
second Tuesday of the month as needed at the each word? If I may, I would like to recite the pledge,
Shrine Center. and give you a definition for each word:
The next meeting for the Greeters will be March I -- Me; an individual; a committee of one.
9, 2021 at 6 PM at the Shrine Center. Hopefully
the restrictions will be lifted and we can have a Pledge -- Dedicate all of my worldly good to give
full meeting of all the Greeters. Just a reminder without self-pity.
dues for this year are due and payable. We
Allegiance -- My love and my devotion.
gladly accept cash, check or money order. No
charge cards please. To the Flag -- Our standard. “Old Glory;” a symbol of
courage. And wherever she waves, there is respect,
There are still some golf pouches available for
because your loyalty has given her a dignity that
the unbelievably low price of $10.00.
shouts “Freedom is everybody’s job.”
These can be used for your cell phone, keys,
of the United -- That means we have all come
money, mask or Kleenex. This is something that
together.
is hard to live without. If you are interested, call
me at 503 708-4872. States -- Individual communities that have united into
48 great states; 48 individual communities with pride
In Time of Need and dignity and purpose; all divided by imaginary
By IS Terry Griffith boundaries, yet united to a common cause, and that’s
love of country --
We all remember where we were on September
11, 2001 and how emotional it was for us then Of America.
and also now. But, as a nation we pulled together And to the Republic -- A Republic: a sovereign state
in unity and still today we remember, vividly in which power is invested into the representatives
the images and the sorrow. I try to refrain from chosen by the people to govern; and the government
political conversations, not to be construed is the people; and it’s from the people to the leaders,
that I am not patriotic, because I am extremely not from the leaders to the people.
proud of being an American and live by that and
will defend that. That is why I felt compelled to For which it stands
share this with you.
continued on page 10
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 9
One Nation -- Meaning “so blessed by God.” All this is in support of promoting Masonry and
Shrinedom in Oregon as well as Hawaii.
[Under God]1
Being an international fraternal organization, it is
Indivisible -- Incapable of being divided. important that we share our best practices (and
With Liberty -- Which is freedom; the right of maybe some of those that we have learned from)
power for one to live his own life without fears, with other Temples. We are forging not only new
threats, or any sort of retaliation. friendships but creating a new idea for other
Temples to follow. We are not doing “business
And Justice -- The principle and qualities of as usual” but looking at things differently. The
dealing fairly with others. pandemic has taught us that when faced with
challenges, tackle those challenges and persevere.
For All -- For All. That means, boys and girls, it’s That is what we are doing in creating this alliance.
as much your country as it is mine.
Potentate Marty Alexander, Aloha Temple, and
Now let me hear you recite the Pledge of I created this, with the idea of expanding our
Allegiance: understanding of each other’s Temples. In order
I pledge allegiance to do that, we will both be looking for Temple
Ambassadors, to represent our Temples at Stated
to the Flag of the United States of America, Meetings (virtually). If you would be interested
in being Al Kader’s Ambassador and have a broad
and to the Republic, for which it stands;
understanding of our Temple, please let me know.
one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for
This is an exciting time for both Temples and we
all.
look forward to a lasting relationship.
Since I was a small boy, two states have been
added to our country, and two words have been Shriner’s Hospitals for Children
added to the Pledge of Allegiance: Under God. by Sarah Stanton
Wouldn’t it be a pity if someone said, “That is a
prayer” -- and that be eliminated from our schools, Portland Monthly recently released their annual
too? survey for Top Doctors, and five physicians at
the Portland Shriners Hospital made the list!
Red Skelton was not only a comedian, but was also Congratulations to these physicians:
a Master Mason and Shriner, which even gives
this more meaning. It is obvious that he loved Jeremy Bauer, M.D.
his Country as much as we do. Think about this,
especially now and lets all do our part to bring our Daniel Bouton, M.D.
Country together and find peace and renew our Krister Freese, M.D.
belief in the Pledge of Allegiance. I hope to share
this with my grandchildren as soon as they are old Katie Fuchs, M.D.
enough to understand the meaning.
Ellen M. Raney, M.D.
Temple Alliance Every year Portland Monthly conducts this survey
by Terry Griffith, Potentate to determine the best doctors in the area based
on their accomplishments, education, patient
Al Kader and Aloha Temples have formed satisfaction surveys and other criteria. Read more:
an Alliance (similar to a “sister” Temple), http://bit.ly/2Leydxi
apparently the first of its kind. With the recent
transfer of funds from our Transportation Fund On January 15th, the Portland Shriners Hospital
to theirs, it seemed to open a door for this celebrated 97 years of life-changing care! Since
alliance. It is important to understand that this opening its doors on January 15th, 1924, the
is NOT a financial alliance, but one of sharing of Portland Shriners Hospital has provided exceptional
information, awareness and traditions. care to thousands of children, regardless of their
families ability to pay. Due to COVID-19 concerns,
Aloha Temple is very enthusiastic with this the celebration was kept small and internal
alliance which has been endorsed by their nobility with treats delivered to staff to commemorate
as it was by ours at our most recent Stated the occasion. Additionally, this celebration was
Meeting. From this Alliance we hope to trade ideas announced on all Portland Shriners Hospital’s social
regarding Ceremonials, Cold Sands, fundraisers, media pages and encouraged virtual community
membership, plus a wide variety of other topics.
10 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021support by asking individuals to share fond
memories of their experience with the hospital. Al Kader Classified Ads
by Terry Griffith, Assistant Rabban
Al Kader Patrol If you have something that you
By Past Captain Lou Westwick would like to include in our “want ad
Well we are still in the COVID 19 nightmare. As section,” please feel free to send it to
I see it the light at the end of the tunnel is now a Terr y at griff@bendbroadband.com.
different strain of the virus. Hopeful we will able to Please include pictures if you have
do the work of Shrine’s in the coming months. them.
Patrol members have been emailing each other Help Wanted: General Labor: One
and doing the virtual meeting thing but it just isn’t or two individual to install
the same as meeting with Brother Nobles. We are posts in concrete near the
trying to keep our dwindling Unit together, Captain entrances to our Center. This
Dennis Harris has some good ideas that he has will include digging 6 holes
sent out on Eblast and some good ideas have come approximately 2” and then
back that might be implemented in coming months. planting the posts in cement.
Hopefully we can be ready if we can have a parade (This needs to be completed
schedule this year and be able to do parades. prior to October 1st, prior to
the “rainy” season). Call or
email Terry at 503-910-2162,
griff@bendbroadband.com
Help Wanted: Handyman: Looking
for something to do. Let me
know, we have several projects
at the Center that we can use
help with.
U-Shaped Executive Desk: $75
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 11LET’S “Z O O M” TOGETHER
Come and join the fun – fellowship
This Photo by Unknown Author is
Join us every Tuesday evening around 6:10.
Register with Ralph Jubb at rjubb@comcast.net with this info.:
Your name
Your email address
!!”BINGO”!! He may even email you a fun BINGO card so you can
play too - ask him! Your Unit, Club or you can use these ZOOM
meetings to help the Al Kader Shriner’s Family stay together.
You will need a computer or ipad or iphone with a camera and
microphone.
All Shriners and non-Shriners – join us and
“KEEP THE AL KADER FIRES BURNING” during these “I miss you” days.
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Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 OF COMING EVENTS
Please note that all dates and events shown here are subject to change without noticeTIP OF THE FEZ
• Oriental Band, and specifically Nobles John Fitzgerald FIRST
and Jason Zwick, for their hard work in creating a new
twist to the familiar OB Crab Feed and taking it MOBILE. LADY'S
• IS’s Ron Gamble, Warren Gray & Bud James and PROJECT
Nobles Ralph Jubb & Mel DeHut with Lady Velna, Jeff REPLACING
Zimmerman and Steve Levin, who made the most out of HARRINGTON
a restricted Installation and made a memorable night for HALL
Lady Debby and IS Terry, as well as everyone who joined CURTAINS
us virtually.
Goal -
• Noble Ron Hevland & Lady Sherry for taking on the
task of linen inventory, sorting and folding (what an $7,000
enormous job)
Thank you
-IS Carl & Lady
Balance Feather for donating
$3,500 $2,700 from Lady
Feathers Project
-TVSC for donating
Direct $500
contributions Rod & Sherry
accepted, please Hevland - $50
contact Sarah
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 13February
Potentate’s Calendar - January 2021
Potentate’s Calendar
2021
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
10am-Office 6am-Office 6pm- Executive 6:00pm-Potentates 6pm-Polk Calliope Corps
2pm-Home Board- Zoom Zoom Campfire County/Salem SC (Pending)
(Pending)
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Snake River SC 3pm- Pendleton 12n - Pendleton SC 6am-To Bend
(Pending) Round-up Meeting 6pm-Baker Co SC
(Pending)
28
14 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021February Birthdays!
Jack Cooper 2/1 Michael T Marshall 2/9 David R Timm 2/19
Rodney C Lippert 2/1 James R Webb 2/9 Fadi S Arnaout 2/19
Johnny D Garner 2/1 Marvin S Soreng 2/10 Richard C Wise 2/20
Norman G McLaren 2/1 Ronald G Risberg 2/10 Dana A Tawney 2/20
Leslie W Geren 2/1 David R Newgard 2/10 Steven W McCathern 2/20
Richard D Okita 2/1 Welmon Smith Jr 2/12 William B Allphin 2/20
Peter W Dorsett 2/2 John A Bennett 2/12 Louie E Sansing 2/21
Gary Snyder 2/2 Rodney E Thompson 2/12 Donald L Williams 2/21
Steven E Boos 2/2 R. M Wick 2/12 Clyde C Nobles 2/21
David M Cramblett 2/2 Theodore A Moan 2/13 William H Davis 2/21
Sam M Wade 2/4 James T Farmer Jr 2/13 Clyde R Oliver 2/22
Jason Z Levin 2/4 Gary L Moe 2/14 Benjamin F Carson 2/23
Bruce W Dyar 2/5 David P Billings 2/15 Milton H Johnson 2/25
Malcolm A McInnis 2/5 Steven R Gardner 2/15 Kenneth W Zapp 2/25
Richard P Gerety 2/5 Justin R Mathis 2/15 Clarence E Salter 2/25
Ronald J Eggers 2/5 Gary L Lentz 2/16 Jaren E May 2/25
I.S. Terry L Griffith 2/6 Alan D Strong 2/17 Melvin P Brink 2/26
Ralph K Jubb III 2/7 Claude A Weldin 2/17 Joseph W Jarvis 2/26
Herbert R March 2/7 William R Heintz 2/17 Chad E Rice 2/26
I.S. John L Nerski P.P. 2/7 David H Khal 2/18 Robert Gedlick 2/27
Robert W Baugh Jr. 2/8 Blair C Hill 2/19 Richard J Gamble 2/27
Robert C Westerberg 2/9 Eldon F Thomas II 2/19 Francis R Weatherly 2/29
Nobles Visited by the Black Camel:
Ross H Kinney 9/15/17
Jerrold L Larsen 11/17/20
Allen A Johnson 12/12/20
We do not lose the ones we love, They only go before.
Where there is everlasting life, Where sorrow is no more.
And there the soul will always live, And peace is everywhere.
We do not lose the ones we love, God takes them in his care.
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 15With the increase of online shopping, it is important
to remember that if Amazon is one of your favorite
online shopping sites, you can ask Amazon to donate
a percentage of your purchases to a qualified
charitable organization such as Shriners Hospitals for
Children… This Costs You Nothing at All!
First, you must sign up for AmazonSmile
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/community/how-to-sign-up-for-amazonsmile
If you are already using AmazonSmile, go to
Your Account, scroll to the bottom of the page
and select Choose AmazonSmile Charity.
Type Shriners Hospital
and click the Search button.
Select Shriners Hospitals
for Children…
That’s it,
Amazon will now donate to Shriners
automatically.
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Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 17THESE MASONS SIGNED THE ORIGINAL PETITION FOR A CHARTER;
SUBMITTED IT TO THE IMPERIAL POTENTATE FOR APPROVAL;
MOST BECAME 32nd OR 33rd DEGREE SCOTTISH RITE MASONS
Bailey (Bayley), James R. (1819-1901) Bell, J.R.N. (1846-1928)
Earhart, Rockey Preston (1837-1892) Foster, John R. (1862-1906)
Gibbons (Gibons), R.F. (1832-1909) Knapp, R.P. (1838-1907)
Logan, Dr. Hugh (1850-1913) McKercher, D. C. (1832-1904)
Malcom, Philip S. (1847-1929) Nasburg, A. (?-?)
Pratt, Irving W. (1838-1908) Roberts, Andrew (1822-1898)
Robinson, James F. (1846-1926) Shurtleff, F.N. (1837-1903)
Sitton, Charles E. (1848-1890) Spencer, J.O. (1850-1918)
Taylor, Chris (1822-1892) Taylor, D.W. (1851-1918)
Tuthill, David S. (1851-1897) Whitehouse, B.G. (1834-1912)
Withington, George E. (1850-1902)
THE IMPERIAL POTENTATE
I.S. Sam Briggs approved Charter establishing Al Kader Shrine Temple
THE MASONS ABOVE ARE ALSO “CHARTER MEMBERS”
THESE SHRINERS DELIVERED CHARTER TO AL KADER FOR I.S. BRIGGS
Nobles Cook and Gunn from San Francisco
THESE “PIONEERS” WERE THE FIRST AL KADER DIVAN (officers)
Irving Pratt Rockey P. Earhart F.N. Shurtleff Philip Malcom
D.W. Taylor John R. Foster B.G. Whitehouse D.C. McKercher
Andrew Roberts /Chris Taylor J.O. Spencer Charles E. Sitton
18 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021THESE MEN WERE BOTH:
PAST POTENTATE (PP) AND/OR PAST GRAND MASTER (PGM) AND/OR
SOVERIGN GRAND INSPECTOR GENERAL (SGIG) AND/OR AK PIONEER
NAME PP YEAR(S) /PGM YEAR(S)/ SGIG AK PIONEER
PRATT, IRVING 1888-1901 1892-1908 YES
EARHART, ROCKEY /1879-1880/ YES YES
BAYLEY (BAILEY), JAS. / 1861/ YES
DOLPH, J.N. /1882/ 1884 HON. YES
NASBURG, ANDREW /1887/ YES
TAYLOR, CHRIS /1889/ YES
ROBINSON, J.F. /1890/ YES
MALCOM, P.S. /1894/ YES
METSCHAN, PHIL 1926 /1896/
GRACE, W.E. 1916 /1901/
BRISTOL, W.C. 1912 /1914/
SCOTT, LESLIE /1933/ 1943-1968
CLARKE, LOUIS G. 1909 1921-1941
JENKINS, GREGORY A.(2023) /2011/
SOME SOURCES FOLLOWED TO FIND “PIONEER’S” BIOGRAPHIES
Google, if nothing I looked on FIND A GRAVE, the OREGONIAN
newspaper, Misc. books such as:
“HISTORY OF THE BENCH AND BAR-OREGON
“PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHIES OF ____(their county, i.e.Wasco”
HISTORIC NEWSPAPERS OF OREGON (UofO) website
“HISTORY OF THE GRAND LODGE …:”
and many other books and places such as libraries, museums,
newspapers, organizations, descendants, Scottish Rite, interviews,
Masonic Grand Lodge and help us find more!
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 19Tuthill, David S. – Original Petitioner and Charter Member
Birth: 1851
Death: 28 Aug 1897
Source: Find A Grave
“A BULLET ENDS IT ALL”
“David S. Tuthill kills Himself in Bed With a Pistol.”
“Tuthill lay dead at his residence from a bullet wound in his
temple, inflicted by his own hand.”
Tuthill had been identified with the business interests of Portland,
OR since 1879. He was, for many years, the “confidential man” of the
firm of Allen & Lewis, wholesale grocers. It was a common rumor that
the cause of him taking his own life was ”delalcutions” from his
employers.
Source: Oregonian – August 27, 1897 – pages 1,8
20 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021Withington, George E. – Original Petitioner and Charter Member
Portland, OR., Mt. Hood and the Willamette River in 1888
George was born in Pennsylvania on July 9, 1850. He received an
appointment as paymaster’s clerk and held this position for nearly four years.
When 22, he entered the employ of the First National Bank, Portland
Branch, as one of the tellers. He was promoted to fill the vacancy of cashier of
the bank. He continued his connection with the bank until his illness forced his
retirement. He died in 1902.
Source: Oregonian – April 30, 1902 – page 8
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 21POTENTATES
CAMPFIRE
Join IS Terry and 1st Lady Debby
for a visit around the campfire
(virtual) to visit and answer your
questions
Every 3rd Thursday of the month
beginning at 6pm on zoom
zoom invites sent out on tuesday by
email blast
Have a question or topic you would like adressed, email
potentate@bendbroadband.com, and have it added to the list
Special topshelf gift awarded to the best "backdrop" for February's
campfire, picked by the 1st Lady, donated by Noble Ralph Jubb
22 Al Kader Oasis - January 2021PETITION FOR INITIATION & MEMBERSHIP
AL KADER SHRINE - 2021
Shriners International
25100 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Or
Office 503-682-4420 Fax 503-685-5080
Email: info@alkadershriners.org
To the Illustrious Potentate, Officers and Members of Al Kader Shrine, Oasis of Wilsonville: I am a Master Mason in good standing in _______________ Lodge No. A. F. & A. M. and
have been since (Date) ______________ Address __________________________________________ City/State __________________________ which is recognized by or in amity with
the Conference of Grand Masters of North America. Furthermore, I have resided at my current address for not less than six months, as required by the Bylaws of the Imperial Council. I
respectfully pray that I may be made a Noble of the Mystic Shrine, and become a member of Al Kader Shrine. If I be found worthy and my request granted, I promise to conform to the
Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of The Imperial Council and the Bylaws and ceremonials of your Al Kader Shrine.
Have you previously applied for admission to any Shrine Center of the order? _____ Name? _________________ When? __________________
SIGNATURE _____________________________________________________ DATE ________________________
CANDIDATE INFORMATION
PRINT FULL NAME _____________________________________________SPOUSE NAME ______________________
RESIDENCE __________________________________________________ CITY ___________________ STATE ______
ZIP _______ HOME PHONE (___) _______________ CELL (___) ______________ BUSINESS (___) ________________
EMAIL: ______________________________________________
HAT SIZE _______ PROFESSION OR OCCUPATION _______________________________________
BIRTHPLACE CITY _______________________ STATE _____ DOB: MONTH _________ DAY ________ YEAR ________
SPOUSE EMAIL: ________________________________________
Are you Sr DeMolay? ______ Member of Scottish Rite? _____ York Rite ____
SPECIAL NOTE: PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT BLUE LODGE DUES CARD
This petition must be signed by two (2) Nobles in good standing in Al Kader Shrine
Top line signer
Noble _____________________________ Print Name _________________________ Member # ________________
Second line signer
Noble _____________________________ Print Name _________________________ Member # ________________
Involve yourself! Get active. Join a Shrine Club or Committee. If you are interested in any of the following, please
make a mark next to the group you would like to learn more about.
Al Kader Brew Club ____ Calliope Corps ____ Caravaners (RV Club) ____ Classic Cars ____ Concert Band ____
Cyclowns ____ Desert Patrol ____ Emerald Patrol ____ Greeters ____ Golf Tournament ____
Hospital Guide ____ Hospital Support Club ____ Legion of Honor ____ Motor Escort ____ Oriental Band ____
Patrol ____ Ritualists _____ Shrine Club in my area _____ Shurtah (police club) ____
Initiation fees, in full, must accompany Petition. The first year’s dues may be prorated, based on date of initiation.
Cost of Fez not included
New Velour Fez $175.00, Fez Case and Accessories $50.00. Some used fezzes available in select sizes for $20
Call the Shrine Office for details 503-682-4420
2021 Ceremonials will be held Total Fee for Initiation $100.00 – Total Fees for Shrine Year 2021 $140.00
May 8th and October 2nd
Anyone desiring to schedule additional Enclosed is payment in the amount of $ ______________ Check No. _________
Cold Sands initiations, please contact
The Recorder or Potentate Please charge my Credit Card No.______________________________________ Exp ________
For Office Use:
Recorders Record: Elected _________ Check $ __________ Created _____________ Member No. ________________
Al Kader Oasis - January 2021 23Calendar of Events
Please note that all dates and events shown here are subject to change without notice.
February March April
Thursday, Feb. 18 Thursday, March 18 Thursday, April 15
6 pm Potentate’s Zoom Campfire 6 pm Potentate’s Zoom Campfire 6 pm Potentate’s Zoom Campfire
Thursday, March 25 Saturday, April 10
6 pm Unit Head Meeting Hillah Installation
Monday, April 19
6 pm- Divan Meeting
Thursday, April 22
6 pm - Unit Head Meeting
Saturday, April 24
The Dalles Parade (Pending)
Please check with your Unit / Club leadership for meeting updates. All
events are subject to closure or cancellation by the Potentate.
Notice of Stated Meeting
Monday, May 24, 2021
Meeting via Zoom
Please see email from the recorder for
instructions on how to join.
7:00 p.m. Stated Meeting
Al Kader Shrine - Shiners International
Shrine Center - Wilsonville, Oregon
2021 Dues Card Required.
by Order of: Potentate I.S. Terry Griffith
Attest: I.S. Todd Weedman, Recorder
For all club/unit meeting dates and times, visit AlkaderShriners.org
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