Corinthian Lodge No. 93 A.F. & A.M.M · MFebruary 2023

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MRonald Allen Leard, PM

NnBorn - March 24, 1951

nNMRaised - May 14, 1982

NnMMCalled from Labor - December 27, 2022

MMarshall Brooke Strickler

NnBorn - June 6, 1950

nMMRaised - February 25, 1983

NMMnCalled from Labor - December 20, 2022

Then there were three claps.



MWGM Frederick A. Spicer and his Grand Line install WM Rick Jones and the other 2023 Corinthian Lodge Officers

A truly magnificent event it was. On Saturday, January 21st, with the lodge filled with wives, family, friends and guests, the presence of MWGM Frederick A. Spicer and his Grand Line made it feel as though you were witnessing something from the ancient history of Masonry.

In a truly moving moment, Past Master Richard H. Jones, Sr., had the honor to present for installation his son, Richard H. Jones, Jr., Worshipful Master-elect of Corinthian Lodge No. 93.

It was "orderly, because it has to be." After the obligation of his office, made at the altar, Brother Jones received the jewel of his office from MWGM Spicer.

MWGM Spicer then conducted Brother Jones to his place in the East to be installed.

"Serious when it needs to be."

In a ceremony as old as Masonry itself, the Honor Guard, consisting all of Past Masters, processes three times around the Lodge to ultimately initiate Rick Jones, Jr. as Master of Corinthian Lodge.

"Worshipful Master, behold your Lodge.

Brethren, behold your Worshipful Master."

Following the Worshipful Master, the Grand Line continued with the installation of Senior Warden Justin Fuller and Junior Warden Jason Smith. Following them were Secretary PM Les Hodgson along with Assistant Secretary Michael Cantrell, (Treasurer PM Joe Creamer was not available) and then the appointed officers: SD John Markel, JD Ben Ludwig, SS Richie Jones, JS Michael Coons, Chaplain PM Gary Norman, Ritualist PM John Reiter, and Tyler PM Roy Hodgson. Brothers PM Creamer and Robert Jones (as Marshall) will be installed at a later time.

"Most of all, it was a lot of fun, because it ought to be." At the end of the formalities, PM Frank received his Past Master's apron—the real one, after first being given a frilly and flower-decorated kitchen apron.

Even during the formal initiations there was warm, friendly banter back and forth with MWGM Spicer, particularly while the Tyler, PM Roy Hodgson was at the alter.

It all began at Noon, with a delicious lunch served by the Job's Daughters and their moms. Each place setting included a thoughtful gift bag of a Corinthian Lodge pen and pad.

There were thoughtful touches all around, including white carnation boutonnières that Glenna Jones pinned on each of the new officers.

A trio of happy and proud Richard H. Joneses: PM Sr., WM Jr. and SS III.

After the meeting was over, we gathered back in the Hall for some delectable desserts, seconds on the food and much reminiscing on the glorious events just experienced.

What a absolutely momentous day it was. A day that was filled with ancient order, serious pomp and ceremony, and mainly lots of fun. The lodge flowed with emotion and nostalgia with former officers retiring, and eager anticipation as the new ones primed for what's to come for Corinthian Lodge in 2023.

Meet our newest Corinthian Brother

At our first communication of 2023, on January 4, we initiated Brother Peter Ludwig into the first principles of Masonry as an Entered Apprentice.

Peter joins his brother and father as members of Corinthian Lodge.

Brother Ben Ludwig acted as Senior Steward during the initiation as Peter's dad, Brother Bob Ludwig looked on from the Northeast Corner.MMMMMMMMMllBrothers Ben, Bob and Peter Ludwig

Peter is also very active in the Nelson J. Briggs Chapter of DeMolay in Bel Air, and many from the sponsoring Mt. Ararat Lodge and his DeMolay Chapter attended.

At left are Dad Carl Michel, Executive Officer, Maryland DeMolay; Dad Bill Martin; Brother Peter, and Dad Jules

Poston, PM.

Also, that evening, as it was WM Frank's last time presiding over a regular meeting of Corinthian Lodge, he took to the podium to present a moving "farewell address" in which he also thanked the Brothers for a great, fun-filled year.

At the end of the meeting he presented a gift to Chaplain Gary Norman, who was not able to be present at the last meeting when the WM gave parting gifts to his 2022 officers.

Finally, on behalf of the Lodge, Past Masters Roy and Les Hodgson presented WM Frank with a unique antique, hand-crafted porcelain Masonic decanter which had been fashioned in Kentucky.

It was an amazing gift for a truly worthy Worshipful Master.

Corinthian Brothers get out and about

On Monday, January 9, several brothers from Corinthian Lodge visited Concordia Lodge No. 13 (which also meets at the Towson Masonic Temple) as Concordia installed their 2023 officers.

Pictured (L to R) are Brother Joe Frank, PM, Concordia's new Worshipful Master, Matt Green, and Corinthian Brothers Gary Norman, Doug Ports, PM, WM Rick Jones, and SS Richie Jones.

Then on Saturday, January 14, after attending the Reading of Article XVI at Grand Lodge, we went over to Bonnie Blink to visit WM Jones' uncle, Brother Bob Jones, who was rehabbing there.

Joe Frank, PM, in his new position as Grand Inspector, presented "Uncle Bob" with the Grand Master's Pin.

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Above (L to R), WM Rick Jones, Brother Bob Jones, and Past Master Joe Frank pause in the hallway at Bonnie Blink for a picture by Brother John Markel.

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New Boumi Shrine High Priest and Prophet, Rick Jones presents Noble Bob Jones with the Potentate's Pin for the current year.

As we toured the beautiful chapel at Bonnie Blink, Brother Jones treated us to a few pieces on the chapel organ.

Brother Jones has been appointed as Marshall of Corinthian Lodge for 2023,

making three Jones officers of Corinthian Lodge: WM Rick Jones, Senior Steward Richie Jones and Marshall Robert Jones.

Lodge welcomes Blue Water Baltimore

At our regular meeting on January 25, Maggie Fritz from Blue Water Baltimore gave the brothers an eye-opening presentation of first, the magnitude of the stark issues facing the Baltimore Watershed and second, her organization's efforts to respond to those issues.

Many of us had no idea of the myriad problems of trash, backed-up sewage, industrial pollution and storm water runoff facing Baltimore's waterways. You can visit Blue Water Baltimore's website to read about their amazing work and how we all can help.

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After her talk, being his Worshipful Master charity selection, PM Joe Frank presented Ms. Fritz with a gift from the Corinthian Lodge Charitable Foundation which is given annually by each year's previous WM.

Members of the Corinthian Lodge Charitable Foundation, Brothers Jason Smith and Michael Cantrell (on the ends), with WM Jones and PM Frank, with Ms. Maggie Fritz at the center.

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Thank you, Past Master Joe Frank!

He has now officially passed his hat to our new Worshipful Master, Rick Jones, Jr.

To commemorate his year of outstanding leadership of Corinthian Lodge No. 93, we offer this photographic tribute to our newest Past Master.

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You're telling me even HE was a Mason?!

John Phillip Sousa

If you guessed "The March King" last month, give yourself an "A."

Sousa (1854-1932) was born in Washington, DC, of Portuguese and German parents. A prodigy on the violin and trombone, his father, a trombonist in the Marine Band, enlisted his son in the United States Marine Corps as an apprentice at age 13 to keep him from joining a circus band.

Rejoining the Marines as an adult, from 1880 to 1892, he conducted the Marine Band, developing it into the country's premier military band and inventing the Sousaphone along the way.

After his service in the military, Sousa often wore his Navy uniform while conducting his civilian bands.

In 1881, Sousa was initiated into Hiram Lodge No. 10, Washington, DC, and was a 51-year Mason.

Probably his most famous march is The Stars and Stripes Forever.

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We'd like to say, 'Happy February Birthday,' to these 11 terrific brothers!

M2 – Michael Boston

M7 – Christopher Trammel, Jr.

i16 – Bobby Wyant

i18 – Frank Surgeon

i19 – Lawrence Daugherty

MMn Leslie Udovich, Jr.

i20 – Glenn Downes, Jr.

i21 – Joseph Brannan

MM nJacob Buxbaum

i23 – Wayne Colburn

i27 – Ed Foreman, Jr.

"I only drink on two occasions...

when it's my birthday,

and when it's not."

Brother Joe tells all

From none other than Brother Joe Creamer, PM, here's a list of some major events coming up in February.

For complete details and information on these and other items and events of interest visit The Trestle Board on our Lodge website.

Wednesday, February 1 – Regular meeting N7:30 PM

We will ballot on another petition and JW Jason Smith will make a presentation to the Lodge.

Wednesday, February 8 – Rehearsal N6:30 PM

First (EA) Degree.

Wednesday, February 15 – Rehearsal N6:30 PM

First (EA) Degree.

Wednesday, February 22 – Regular meeting N7:30 PM

We will labor in the 1st Degree for the initiation of Candidate Charles Mark Kithcart.

Saturday, February 25 – Tall Cedars Bull & Oyster Roast (Stag)

NNoon to 4:30 PM

Always a great time, at the Tall Cedars Hall, 2501 Putty Hill Avenue, Parkville. See PM Joe Frank or PM John Reiter for tickets.

Our 2023 Corinthian Lodge Officers

MMRick Jones, Jr. - Worshipful Master

MMJustin Fuller - Senior Warden

MMJason Smith - Junior Warden

MMLes Hodgson - Secretary

MMMichael Cantrell - Assistant Secretary

MMJoe Creamer - Treasurer

MMEarl Henson - Membership Manager

MMMichael Cantrell, Jason Smith and Bob Ludwig - Trustees

MMJohn Markel - Senior Deacon

MMBen Ludwig - Junior Deacon

MMRichie Jones - Senior Steward

MMMichael Coons - Junior Steward

MMRoy Hodgson, PM - Tyler

MMGary Norman, PM - Chaplain

MMRobert Jones - Marshall

MMJohn C. H. Reiter - Ritualist

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Editorial Staff

Editor – John Markel

Managing Editor – Les Hodgson, PM

Editor Egregious – Joe Creamer, PM



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Towson, Maryland 21204

443-377-1687

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