Brethren,

At our January meeting we were privileged to confer the EA degree on two candidates, one of our own, and one from Redwood Lodge. As stated in December’s notice, the candidate from Redwood was the first eighteen year old to receive the degrees of Freemasonry in Rhode Island. It was an honor for us to participate in this degree. RW:. Kaufman did an excellent job with his son, from the beginning thru the obligation. It was also a little crowded in the East as the District Deputy Grand Master, the Master from Redwood Lodge and the Grand Master were in atten-dance. This was a historic moment for Rhode Island Masons, and it was an honor to have all these dignitaries with us.

Congratulations to W:. Tom (Lucky) Holton for being elected and installed Master of Jenks Lodge. Overseas and Jenks have had a close relationship, and W:. Tom and I have agreed to continue this relationship. Again, congratula-tions to all of Jenks officers.

Brethren, please note that there is a change in the date of Feb. meeting. It will be on Tuesday 21 Feb 2012. This change is so that we don't conflict with Valentine’s day. This is also our District Deputy's Visitation, and I am mak-ing a request to all Past Masters. If you are able to attend I would really appreciate it. We want to show the DD and the other lodges in the district that we also have a strong Past Master presence. The program for the evening will be a presentation on the history of the National Guard Armories of the State.

Our officer’s rehearsal will be on Tuesday 7 Feb at 1800. All officers are required to attend

Yours in the Craft

Manny Lewis ~ Master