DOKEYS INITIATE SIX NEW MEMBERS! - Al Hilal Temple held a full ceremonial complete with 8th Order on Sunday, July 20th.  It was a warm trip across the hot sands of Arabia for the cast and Tyros but all were refreshed at Zem's Zem's cool and murmering well and the end.  Sometimes it was a rocky road but the Tyros were able to watch their step along their journey and narrowly escaped several trials thanks to the luck of the Irish and being properly groomed fro the occasion!  Thankfully they were ready to fold their arms in readiness at the conclusion of their journey because a very special "visitor" was present that just gave them a warm feeling all over!  Joining Al Hilal Temple #33 were Jerry Weilenman, Ralph Willis, James Garland, Rod Gardner and Michael Deaton with Tim Mace becoming a member of of Amir Temple in Peru.  WELCOME!!!!  Thanks to the ritualistic team: James Smith, Jr (Roval Vizier - 1st time); Grand Emir LaRue Cross; Shiek Bobby Simmons; Mahadi Tom Alexander; Mokanna Denny Adams; Saruk Howard Woods; Mokanna's Band: James Cross, Richard Neal, Wes Hutson & Chad Hartley; Satrap Jerry Hutson; Sahib Denny Adams; Attendants: Jess Adams & Howard Woods/Jerry Hutson.

50 YEAR PINS PRESENTED! PC Jesse Emmett Adams, Sr was presented with his 50 year Pythian Veteran pin, card and diploma Tuesday evening, June 10th, the weekly meeting of Crescens Lodge ##33.  He was pinned by his son PDSC Dennis O. Adams, who made the presentation. PC Woodrow Duffin, formerly of Cambridge Lodge #9, also will receive his 50 year pin at his home at a later date.  It will be presented by CC Jerry Weilenman and PGC Richard Messer.  Refreshments were served in the lounge following the meeting.

48th PYTHIAN BOWLING TOURNEY RESULTS!
 

Mixed Doubles:

1) Cassidy Miller/Aaron Brown, New Castle     1245           Trophy + $26 each

2) Kathy Lowhorn/Jim Smith, Jr, Frankton       1236                            $10 each

3) Linda Cross/James Cross, New Castle           1080

4) Jodi Goff/Keith Goff , New Castle                      1010

 

Men's Doubles

1) Aaron Brown/Shorty Messer, New Castle              1338  Trophy + $43 each

2) Courtley Granger/Curtis Granger, Orestes            1204                   $21 each

3) Wes Hutson/Jim Smith, Jr, Frankton                      1191                   $17 each

4) Gene McFarlin/Jack Cooper, Seymour                    1174                   $12 each

5) Chris Adams/Sammy Laurie, New Castle               1173

6) Darren Granger/Rick Granger, Orestes                 1171

7) Morton Robbins/Roy Matthews, Seymour                1164

8) James Cross/Richard Neal, New Castle                   1153

9) Gary Faulkner/James Wright, Muncie                    1120

10) Butch Bicknell/David Artrip, Muncie                    1105

11) Chad Hartley/Andy Johnson, Muncie                    1103

12) Rod Gardner/Ron Murphy, Muncie                        1088

 

Women's Doubles        

Jodi Goff/Jessica Larson                          1165  Trophy + $15 each

 

Men's Singles

1) Andy Johnson, Muncie                666             Trophy + $60

2) James Cross, New Castle            665                               $30

3) Ron Murphy, Muncie                  655                               $25

4) Butch Bicknell, Muncie               627                               $20

5) Jim Smith, Jr; Frankton              601                               $15

6) James Wright, Muncie                586                             $10

7) Wes Hutson, Frankton                585                               $10

8) Aaron Brown, New Castle          584                             $  6

9) Gene McFarlin, Seymour            580

10) Darren Granger, Orestes          573

11) Roy Matthews, Seymour           571

12) Jack Cooper, Seymour              570

13) Chris Adams, New Castle          569

14) Gary Faulkner, Muncie             566

15) Rick Granger, Orestes              558

16) Richard Neal, New Castle           551

17) Chad Hartley , Muncie               539

18) Curtis Granger, Orestes            523

19) Courtley Granger, Orestes        517

20) Shorty Messer, New Castle       516

21) Rod Gardner, Muncie               494

22) David Artrip, Muncie                 488

23) Morton Robbins - Seymour       466

24) Sammy Laurie - New Castle      withdrew

 

Women's Singles

1) Jessica Larson                                       590             Trophy + $15

2) Jodi Goff                                                538                              $ 7


Women's Team Event

1) Muncie #28                                  2372           Trophy + $15 each

    (Muncie Temple also gets sponsorship trophy and Grand Temple    

        Trophy for 1613 scratch)

2) Venus #50, New Castle                2170                            $  5 each

 

Men's Team Event

1) Welcome #37, Muncie, Team #3                    2573           Trophy + $40 each

2) Crescens #33, New Castle, Team #2             2501                             $20  each

3) Welcome #37, Muncie, Team #2                    2467                              $10 each

4) Hermion #44, Seymour                                   2370                              $  5 each

5) Crescens #33, New Castle, Team #1             2345  (G. Lodge Trophy- 2126 scr)

6) Frankton #315                                                   2305

7) Welcome #37, Muncie, Team #1                    2290

8) Orestes #471                                                   2182

 

 

Women's All Events

1) Jessica Larson,New Castle                   1846           Trophy + $10

2) Jodi Goff, New Castle                             1555                              $  3

 

Men's All Events

1) Andy Johnson, Muncie                1927           Trophy + $30

2) James Cross, New Castle            1924                              $15

3) Shorty Messer, New Castle          1863                            $12

4) Gene McFarlin, Seymour            1852                              $  9

5) Butch Bicknell, Muncie               1849                              $  5

6) James Smith, Jr,  Frankton         1833

7) Gary Faulkner, Muncie               1821

8) Aaron Brown, New Castle          1814

9) Ron Murphy, Muncie                  1796

10) Rick Granger, Orestes              1774

11) Richard Neal, New Castle           1755

12) Curtis Granger, Orestes            1729

13) Chris Adams, New Castle           1724

14) Roy Matthews, Muncie             1723

15) James Wright, Muncie              1707

16) Jack Cooper, Seymour              1683

17) Darren Granger, Orestes          1635

18) Morton Robbins, Seymour        1593

19) Courtley Granger, Orestes        1590

20) Rod Gardner, Muncie               1573

21) Chad Hartley, Muncie               1567

22) David Artrip, Muncie                 1562

 Men's High Game Scratch - Aaron Brown, New Castle - 269

Men's High Series Scratch - Aaron Brown, New Castle - 642

 Women's High Game Scratch - Debbie Michaels, Muncie - 186

Women's High Series Scratch - Debbie Michaels, Muncie - 480            

 We thank all who came to New Castle to make this a very enjoyable weekend of Pythian fellowship.  We were honored to host this tournament for Grand Chancellor Tim, who asked us to do it for him and Grand Chief Pat.  Hopefully bowlers will rally around this tournament to keep it going.

 

RANK OF KNIGHT NIGHT AT CRESCENS CASTLE!
It was an awesome evening of Pythian fellowship as the Brethren of District #4 once again came to the aid of each other to assist with the conferring of the Rank of Knight on two excellent candidates.  We certainly say WELCOME to Brother TRAVIS WEIK and RANDY SIDWELL!!  We are very proud to call you our Pythian Brothers and to say you are members of Crescens Lodge!  Special thanks go out to GVC James Smith, Jr, DDGC #4 Wes Hutson and GT Jerry Hutson for you always being there for us!  We REALLY APPRECIATE IT!  Also thanks to all the Brethren who assisted in getting the supper ready and cleaning up afterwards.  It makes it a lot easier on everyone involved.  THANKS!

PYTHIAN SISTER DISTRICT #3 CONVENTION IS HELD!! The 101st District #3 Convention of Pythian Sisters of Indiana met in the Castle of Venus Temple #50 in New Castle on Saturday, April 19th, with District Deputy Jessica Larson presiding.  Sister Jessica would like to thank all of the Sisters who filled the offices and had anything to do with putting on the convention.  She also thanks the men of Crescens Lodge #33 for cooking and serving such a delicious meal that was enjoyed by all.  The meeting vent very smoothly.  Venus Temple would like to say WELCOME to LISA GOLDSBERRY, our new member who was initiated.  We were honored to have many Grand and past Grand and Past Supreme officers present. We were also honored to have Grand Outer Guard Michael Deaton present who had very warm greetings on behalf of Grand Chancellor Tim Mace and the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias.  Grand Chief Pat Butler, Grand Senior Joyce Harter and Past Supreme Mary Parker gave very kind remarks.  Prizes were given away in many drawings.  Congratulations to all the winners and thanks for helping the several funds.  THANKS TO ALL WHO CAME!!  It was a GRAND DAY!!

JAMES RUSSEL CROSS NAMED VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR! The 5th Annual Volunteer of the Year Celebration was staged in the Crescens Castle on Sunday evening, April 6th with a large crowd on hand.  Paula's Catering started the evening with a delicious catered meal enjoyed by all.  Following the meal, PDSC Denny Adams and PC Richard Neal, last year's recipients MC'd the ceremonies.  A moment of reflection and remembrance was held for PC Harold Kendall, our 1st Volunteer of the Year, who passed away in November.  Introduced were Jess Adams (2nd VOY) and Richard "Shorty" Messer (3rd VOY).  Brother Adams went on to explain to the crowd the importance of a team effort on all of the lodge activities.  The importance that everyone plays is immeasurable in the overall picture.  Pythian Sister PC Jodi Goff was called forward to once again do the honors of selecting the recipient from the crowd.  She cruised through the crowd and took Brother Cross by the arm, much to his surprise.  Brother Cross was presented with a beautiful plaque while his wife Linda and daughter Miranda were each presented with floral arrangements for their sacrifice while Brother Jim was off doing his Pythian duty.  Following an acceptance speech by Brother Cross the evening concluded with a lot of Pythian Fellowship at it's highest.

RANK OF RUSTY SPIKE IS HELD - The "Rank of the Rusty Spike" was conferred upon Brothers from New Castle, Cambridge City, Muncie, Orestes, Frankton Hagerstown, Elwood and even as far away as Mishawaka as they gathered at the Crescens Castle on Tuesday, March 25th to learn more about the Knights of Pythias.  the evening was proceeded by a delicious ham & bean supper prepared by the capable hands of Brother Richard Neal.  DSC LaRue Cross presented Brothers Neal and Jess Adams with the Supreme Chancellor's medals for their work on recruiting membership.  PGC's Richard Messer and Denny Adams led the Brethren in a "training" class with some 50 questions being answered by the members on the sidelines.  It was truly a night of great discussion and refreshing our memories of what we all need to know about our Order!  There were 22 in attendance. 

DISTRICT #4 CONVENTION HELD IN MUNCIE!

Minutes of the District #4 Convention

             The District #4 Convention for the Knights of Pythias, Grand Domain of Indiana, was held in the Castle Hall of Welcome Lodge #37 in Muncie on Saturday, March 15, 2008.  Lodge opened in full ritualistic form at 4:10 pm with the following Brethren from the district filling the chairs: CC - Roderick Gardner; VC - PGC Richard Messer; Prelate - GS Ralph Willis; Secretary - PDSC Dennis O. Adams; Treasurer - DSC LaRue Cross;  Master of the Work - James Smith, Jr.; Master at Arms - PGC James Cross; Inner Guard - Keith Ruetz and Outer Guard GT Jerry Hutson.

            DDGC #4 Wes Hutson was presented to the altar for Grand Honors and then took control of the meeting.  DDGC Hutson had GC Tim Mace escorted to the altar for Grand Honors.  DDGC Hutson then had the remainder of the Grand Lodge Officers escorted to the altar for introduction.  DDGC Hutson welcomed everyone to the convention.

            District Secretary, PDSC Dennis Adams read the minutes of the 2007 convention which were read and approved.

            Roll call of lodges showed: Crescens #33 - 5; Welcome #37 - 4; Grant #103 - 0; Frankton #315 - 2; Orestes #471 - 2; Brownstown #60 - 2; Brotherhood #3-5-7, 1 for a total of 16 in attendance. Also 2 Pythian Sisters and 1 visitor.

            Past Grand Chancellors were duly recorded.

            GVC James Smith, Jr was escorted to the CC's station where he made remarks on the following: the '08/'09 District Conventions being soon after installation; working more with the Pythian Sisters to include them; and he thanked Welcome Lodge for hosting the event.

            GC Tim Mace was then asked to make remarks pertaining to his program. He asked all lodges to continue to raise money for our charities and to collect pop tabs and food for the food pantry at the Ronald McDonald House.  He plans on handing out certificates to the lodges for their work during the year.  He asked us to continue to work on building our membership…when we start an idea…finish it.  Don't say you can't…do it!  Set a deadline and then do it!

            There was no report on youth activities except that Crescens Lodge was holding their poster contest on March 18th.

            Boy Scout report - it was reported that 4 eagle scout patches have been given away so far this term and GC Mace has three more to give away in May.

            There were no reports on Cystic Fibrosis or United Cerebral Palsy.

            Pop Tabs - John Hardesty is chairman and GC Mace urged all Brethren to send their tabs to Brother Hardesty.

            Lodge Reports:  LaRue Cross reported that Welcome #37 continues to meet regularly and attempts to keep their Castle clean.  He urged all Brethren to come and visit every Thursday.  Carrol Smith reported that Orestes #471 continues to meet at the Castle of Frankton #315 as their Castle is in disrepair.  The members of Orestes are extremely grateful to the members of Frankton for their generosity.  Brothers Jerry Hutson and James Smith, Jr reported on Frankton #315. Firstly, prayer was given and a moment of thoughtfulness was taken for Brother Roy Brown as he is in grave condition in Community Hospital in Indianapolis. May 3rd is the annual Fish Fry complete with a Grand Council meeting; they do a 50/50 at Anderson Speedway as a fund raiser; they sponsor a little league team; they have a Thanksmas dinner the 2nd Saturday in December and invite everyone on the 1st and 3rd Thursday at 7:30. Denny Adams gave a very lengthy report on Crescens #33. He prefaced his report by thanking all who have came during to support Crescens Lodge in all their activities.  He reported that thru the support of the fireworks sales and the sales of 'Tis the Season the lodge was able to give over $16,000 back to the community.  It also continued with the 18th annual Holiday Festival including the Knights of Pythias All American Christmas Parade.  Crescens Lodge was honored to be named by SC David Mead to be the First USA Honor Lodge under his term.  It holds many social functions and outings which is highlighted annually by the Volunteer of the Year Dinner/Dance when the lodge salutes one of it's own for being Volunteer of the Year.  The members of Crescens continue to work on making their Castle a show place for the New Castle community.  It is also the proud home of the Grand Lodge of Indiana.

            Colonel Dennis O. Adams, Chief of Staff, (to be recognized-tbr) of the newly revived Uniform Rank (tbr) brought greetings from Brigadier General Robert E, Price, Commanding Officer (tbr) and announced that there is a movement started to revive the Uniform Rank into a National Brigade!  Letters have been sent to the Supreme Council, asking for recognition of this effort.  Upon receipt of this recognition, the effort shall proceed.

            GS Ralph Willis commented that the $1,000 grants are still available to the lodges and should be sought be all, especially those with their own Castles.  He also reminded Brethren that SC Mead still has a limited number of membership coins for those who being in three new or reinstated members during his term.  He also announced Thorntown Lodge #124 will be holding a Three Rank Day on Saturday, March 29th beginning at 1pm.

            Denny Adams announced that GC Tim Mace has asked Crescens Lodge to stage a bowling tourney for him.  Plans as of this writing are for it to be held around the 1st of June.

            GOG Michael Deaton brought greetings from Brownstown Lodge #60 and announced that they will be holding the Rank of Knight for 1 candidate on Tuesday, March 25th.  They are working on 5 more.

            GC Tim Mace made his closing remarks and the convention closed in due for at 5:15 pm. Everyone enjoyed a delicious rib dinner.

            The following were in attendance: GC Tim Mace, GVC James Smith, Jr; GS Ralph Willis; GOG Michael Deaton; Grand Trustees Dennis Adams & LaRue Cross; Past Grand Chancellors Carrol Smith, Dennis Adams, LaRue Cross, Richard Messer and James Cross; Grand Tribunes Jerry Hutson & Carrol Smith; DDGC#4 Wes Hutson; DDGC #6 Michael Deaton; also Brothers Robert Frazer, CC of Brotherhood #3-5-7 of New Castle; Roderick Gardner, CC of Welcome #37; Keith Ruetz, PC of Crescens #33, Bob Casada and PC Charles Manship, cooks from Welcome #37.

TABLE LODGE BIG SUCCESS!The 2nd Annual Table Lodge was held, finally, on March 11th after three weeks of weather delays!  Some 22 Brethren from four different lodges in District #4 gathered for this very unique meeting.  Chancellor Commander Jerry Weilenman led the lodge thru ritualistic long form opening ceremonies, including the singing of the opening ode.  The lodge went from labor to refreshment when it enjoyed a delicious lasagna dinner.  This portion concluded with the officers of Crescens Lodge leading the Brethren thru several toasts.  The lodge resumed it's labor, closed in ritualistic form complete with the singing of the closing ode and National Anthem.  It was a wonderful evening and the Brethren are already looking forward to next year!

AL HILAL TEMPLE INSTALLS 2008 OFFICERS! Your Dokey Temple installed it's 2008 officers on Monday, January 28th.  There were 12 Votaries present in New Castle for the meeting which was preceded by a delicious ham & bean supper prepared by Secretary Denny Adams.  Votary Adams, also being the District Deputy Imperial Prince for Indiana, installed the following officers: Royal Vizier - Wes Hutson; Grand Emir - Jim Adams; Sheik - LaRue Cross; Mahadi - James Cross;  Secretary/Treasurer - Denny Adams (retained position); Satrap - Tim Adams; Sahib - Keith Ruetz, Sr.  CONGRATULATIONS!  Votary and Royal Prince Jerry Hutson was presented with his Royal Prince pin and yellow tassel for serving the Temple as our Royal Vizier for 2007.

THREE NEW KNIGHTS JOIN CRESCENS IN 3 RANK DAY!!
Some 23 Brethren from five different lodges over central and southern Indiana came together on Saturday, January 19th, 2008 for the conferring of the Ranks of Pythian Knighthood.  We would like to say WELCOME to JOSH SROUFE, CHRIS LEWIS and DARYL SHANNON!!  We are honored to have you as Pythian Brothers and members of Crescens Lodge!  A special THANK YOU goes out to our Brothers from Brownstown #60, Orestes #471, Frankton #315 and Welcome #37 who came to support and assist in the Rank Work.  Grand Lodge Officers present were: Grand Chancellor Tim Mace; Grand Vice Chancellor James Smith, Jr; Grand Secretary Ralph Willis; Grand Master At Arms Chad Hartley and Grand Outer Guard & DDGC#6 Michael Deaton.  Also present was Grand Tribunes Jerry Hutson & PGC Carrol Smith; Grand Trustees PDSC Denny Adams and DSC LaRue Cross; DDGC #4 Wes Hutson; Past Grand Chancellors Thomas Alexander, Richard Messer and J. Herschel Forgey.  Also present were Brothers Jerry Weilenman, Tony Prater, Richard Neal, Keith Ruetz, Sr, Chris Ruetz, Zack Hartley, Andy Johnson, Jess Adams, Tyler Parrish, Jim Adams and Jameson McGrew.  A wonderful meal was enjoyed following the work which was over in a record 4 hours!  THANKS TO OUR COOKS: Sue Hutson, Kris Smith, Diane Mace and Bev Deaton!!

18TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY FESTIVAL SUCCESSFULLY CLOSES
Crescens Lodge #33 Successfully concluded it's 18th edition of the Holiday Festival Sunday, December 30th with the annual awards Ceremony.  The dining hall was jammed for a delicious luncheon of chili, hot dogs and desserts.  After fellowshipping together, everyone adjourned to the lodge room of the Crescens Castle for the awards presentation.  Festival Chairman Denny Adams presided and welcomed the wall to wall crowd.  John Rutherford was recognized as our 18th Grand Marshal and presented with a special plaque.  He then helped hand out the awards for the 18th Annual Knights of Pythias All American Christmas Parade.  Awards were also handed out for the Childrens Art Contest that was sponsored by Citizens State Bank.  Also for the Courier-Times Outdoor Lighting Contest.  It was a great day that was enjoyed by all in attendance.

PYTHIAN SISTERS CELEBRATE WITH ANNUAL PARTY!
- Venus Temple #50 celebrated Christmas on Wednesday, December 26th with their annual Christmas party at the home of Maridene and Denny Adams.  Of course the "North Pole" is adorned inside and out for the holiday season and many of the sisters had never had the opportunity to see the Adams' Christmas display first hand.  Following a very delicious pitch-in supper, everyone introduced themselves so no one would be a stranger to another.  The Sisters then exchanged gifts and enjoyed each other's company.  Three husbands also attended along with 14 Sisters and one guest.  It was a wonderful evening!

SPECIAL NIGHT FOR SPECIAL HONOREES HELD - Crescens lodge held a special night on December 18th to honor Jessica Huffman, a graduate of Winchester High School who was the 2007 Indiana Knights of Pythias Poster Champion.  Jessica was escorted by her instructor, long time friend Dale Hardacre.  She received Honorable mention in the Supreme Lodge contest.  For her efforts,  Jessica received a check for $100 from Supreme Lodge.  Also honored this evening was Thomas Alan Hiner.  Tom received his 25 year Veteran pin, card and diploma for loyal service to the lodge over the past 1/4 century and still serves as the chairman of the annual Kris Kringle Run.  Also slated to be honored that evening were Douglas Hall and Richard Creech, each also to receive their 25 year pins and Arnold Dudley to receive his 50 year Veteran award.  They were mailed to them with congratulatory letters from the lodge.  Cake and punch were served following the meeting.

KRIS KRINGLE RUN GREAT SUCCESS!
The 17th Annual Kris Kringle run and 3 mile walk was held at Memorial Park on Sunday, December 2nd with 74 participants on hand!  We had 31 walk-ins, 53 runners, 16 walkers and 5 no shows.  It was an awesome 58 degrees but Mother Nature showed her self with a down pour on the tail end walkers and runners but most avoided the heavy rain.  It did lightly mist some but not enough to effect the race.  We had a great work crew on hand and special thanks go to Tony Prater, Tyler Parrish, Jim Cross, Richard Neal, Ed Neal, Shorty & Beverly Messer, Denny Adams, Tom Hiner and our special Lady Christine Casteel and anyone else who helped in any way for making this event happen!  A SPECIAL THANKS goes out to our great sponsor GOODWIN BROTHERS AUTO COMPANY for being on board with us again!

18TH ANNUAL PARADE THRILLS HUNDREDS! - The 18th Annual Knights of Pythias All American Christmas Parade hit the streets of New Castle Saturday, November 17th thrilling the hundreds and hundreds of spectators jamming the sidewalks to watch.  This was the largest crowd to ever witness this annual spectacular and it also was the largest Christmas Parade in the Lodge's 18th year history of hosting the event!  We were honored to have John Rutherford, founder of The Rose Bowl as our Grand Marshal.  Also leading the parade was Supreme Chancellor David Mead and his lovely wife Nancy of Virginia, Dokey Imperial Prince Howard Woods and his wife Most Gracious Maharani of the Nomads of Avrudaka Angie Woods who came back from Florida to be with us!  Also up from was Grand Chancellor Tim Mace and Grand Chief Pat Butler on their special rides.  They were followed by Jerry & Jean McMaken in a decorated van representing Ashley Lodge #394, Lodge of the year.  A largest contingent ever of Pythian officers, Knights & Sisters,  followed them on a large float.  A GREAT Pythian turnout!  Plus all the Pythians that were in the parade as drivers, etc.  WOW!  The parade was AWESOME with 60 units participating with three marching bands, 14 mini balloon floats, several full sized floats, "Rowdie" the Indianapolis Indians Mascot and the Murat Shrine Clowns in their crazy clown car.  At the end was the miniature horse little hitch and of course Santa who arrived in his headquarters in the Pythian building at the "Tis The Season Gift Shop.  Following the parade a fellowship meal was served to an overflow crowd in the dining room.  THANKS TO ALL WHO MADE THIS DAY SO SPECIAL!!

135th ROLL CALL IS HELD - The 135th Annual Roll Call of Crescens Lodge #33 was held on November 13th with 20 Knights in attendance.  While the attendance was a little disappointing, the evening was great and the food was outstanding!  Secretary Denny Adams passed out several printed informational sheets to the Brethren on the activities of the past year.  He also introduced the new members present: Dean Goldsberry, Jeremiah Garrett, Tyler Parrish and new transfer Dennis Nutter.  We also saluted new members: Jon Adams, a reinstatement, Rob Simmons, a reinstatement, Andrew Goldsberry, Robert Henning and Blake Shackelford!  A Pythian Memorial Service was conducted for the following Brothers who had gone on to be with the Supreme Ruler of the Universe since last Roll call: John William Robeson (11/13/06); Stanley Becker, 70 year member, (1/16); PC Albert Scholl, 51 year member, (1/18); Merle Cole, 18 year member, (7/11); Hollis Upchurch, 14 year member, (11/7) and PC Harold Kendall, 2004 Grand Lodge Father, Our First Volunteer of the Year, 11 year member, (11/7).  The meeting closed at 8:00 pm as promised. 

25 YEAR PIN IS AWARDED - Crescens Lodge #33 is always glad to honor one of it's own!  Recently, Vice Chancellor Jerry Weilenman was presented his 25 year Veteran pin, card and diploma.  Jerry served as Chancellor in Cambridge Lodge #9 and is now going through the chairs in Crescens Lodge.  We are very proud to have him as a member.  Brother Jerry volunteers in many aspects of the lodges activities and works very hard for the Order.  CONGRATULATIONS!!

18th HOLIDAY FESTIVAL IS UNDER WAY!The 18th Annual Knights of Pythias Holiday Festival got under way Sunday, October 21st with the annual Chili Cook-off.  There were 8 entries with Jack Williams winning the event.  Tom Douthitt and The Wilbur Wright Birthplace tied for 2nd while firefighter Dave Cook placed 4th.  We also served Sloppy Joes, Hot Dogs, Nachos, Desserts and Drinks which were all well received.  A special thank you to all who worked and donated to the event and to the New Castle Firefighters Union for getting the several donations.  We also had a successful toy auction upstairs and we thank Gene Gard Auctions for their efforts.  Outside was the Inaugural Car Show.  We had 21 cars come for the first one and some VERY NICE vehicles!  Thanks to all who attended!  We will soon have some pictures form the event on the gallery.  Put 2008 on your calendar,,,October 19, 2008...the 19th Annual Holiday Chili Cook-off and 2nd Annual Knights of Pythias Henry County Fall Car Show.  We are thinking about having a Fall Bazaar instead of the auction.  More on that as plans unfold.

ANOTHER AWESOME NIGHT OF RANK WORK!
After 24 Brothers assembled for the Rank of Page and Esquire, 22 came back Tuesday evening, October 2nd to assist with the rank of Knight,  From Mishawaka to Muncie to Frankton to Orestes we say THANK YOU to those who have been helping.  The exciting part is that some of our new knights are wanting to learn parts!  With a few more ritualists, we may soon be back to a full team again!  WELCOME new Knights Chris Ruetz, son of Brother Keith Ruetz and third member of the Ruetz family to become a Knight.  Brother Keith, Jr is currently serving his country in the Service.  ALSO we say WELCOME to ERIC "TYLER" PARRISH.  Chris and Tyler will make us good members!  A delicious hamburger fry was enjoyed by the members prior to lodge.

RANK WORK  NIGHT IS AWESOME!  - Brothers drove from as far as Mishawaka and Kokomo and all over District #4 to participate in a Rank of Knight  night at Crescens Lodge on September 4th.  It all began with a supper prepared by Prelate Richard Neal and Secretary Denny Adams, which was enjoyed by all.  We want to say WELCOME to NEW KNIGHTS RUSSELL DEAN GOLDSBERRY, his son ANDREW GOLDSBERRY and JEREMIAH GARRETT.  WE are honored to have you as members of Crescens Lodge!  We already have another application in.  If you have someone in mind that would make a good member, why not sign them up today??  Need an application blank?  Just call Secretary Denny Adams at 533-4287.  He will get you one right away!  There were 20 Crescens Knights, two Orestes Knights, Two Frankton Knights and one Muncie Knight present for a total of 25!
THANKS TO ALL THE BROTHERS WHO CAME FROM NEAR AND FAR TO HELP!!

CRESCENS LODGE IS PART OF EVENTFUL DAY OF THE OPENING OF THE MAXWELL PLANT TIME CAPSULE!
On June 22, 1907, over 20,000 people came to South 18th Street and I Avenue to witness , wahat was then, the unveiling of the largest automobile factory in the world.  The Maxwell-Briscoe building was dedicated.  The Vice-President of the United States address the crowd.  Mr Maxwell and Mr. Briscoe assisted the Machinist Union and Crescens Lodge #33, Knights of Pythias is laying the time capsule and cornerstone for the building in a giant celebration.  One hundred years to the day, "The Vice_President" delivered portions of the same speech, "Mr. Maxwell and Mr. Briscoe" were present and Crescens Lodge members CC Jack Kimble, Trustee Jess Adams and Secretary Dennis Adams were present for the removal of the time capsule from the cornerstone before a standing room only crowd.  the artifacts were taken to Baker Park for a five hour showing to the public.  The Knights of Pythias of Crescens Lodge #33 and the Pythian Sisters of Venus Temple #50 served a luncheon of bar-b-q, cole slaw, baked beans, potato chips, cookies and drink for $5.00 for a fund raiser.  We also received  untold amounts of publicity.  It was a great day in history for New Castle, Crescens Lodge and the Pythian Order!

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR DINNER/DANCE IS AWESOME!! - The 4th annual Volunteer of the Year Dinner & Dance is now history as it was held on Sunday, April 1, 2007.   WE WERE CERTAINLY HONORED TO HAVE SUPREME CHANCELLOR DAVID MEAD AND HIS LOVELY LADY NANCY IN ATTENDANCE!! Some 60 Knights, Sisters and guests attended this gala affair!  The tables were adorned with blue, yellow, red & white table covers.  They had baskets of flowers in lodge colors and candles burning in lodge colors.  PDSC Sir Dennis Adams led the group in a very moving invocation which incorporated thoughts about Palm Sunday and Holy Week.  A delicious buffet dinner was spread by Julie Miller Catering and enjoyed by all.  PC Karl Gregg played wonderful dinner music during our meal.  Following dinner, PDSC Adams introduced Knight and Sister dignitaries as well as the Officers of Crescens Lodge #33.  He then introduced the 2004 Volunteer of the Year Sir Jess Adams and the 2005 Volunteer of the Year PGC Richard Messer, who took over as Master of Ceremonies.  The lights in the room were extinguished, a spot light came on, and our great country's flag appeared for presentation.  A very stirring rendition of the National Anthem, sang by Celeste Bramlett, was played.  Following the presentation of the colors, PGC Messer explained how difficult it was to select the Volunteer of the year.  Assisting in the selection of the candidate from the crowd was PC Jodi Goff of Venus Temple #50.  PC Richard Neal was selected from the crowd and given a standing ovation.  He was presented with a beautiful plaque, a balloon bouquet and a special gold coin from Supreme Chancellor David Mead.  In a surprise move by the lodge, PDSC Sir Dennis Adams was honored for his many years of service and dedication to the lodge and to the Order.  He was presented with a beautiful "Lifetime Volunteerism" plaque and his wife, PGC/GS Maridene with a lovely corsage.  Supreme Chancellor David Mead also presented Brother Adams with one of his special gold coins.  Both Brothers gave short talks and thanked the lodge for the honors bestowed.  But the evening was FAR from over!  Supreme Chancellor David Mead addressed the assembly with a very nice talk about Pythianism.  He also spoke on his Honor Lodge Program.  He then surprised us by naming CRESCENS LODGE #33 as one of his HONOR LODGES FOR THE UNITED STATES!!!!!   WOW!!!   What an HONOR!!!  We were blown away ,  and at the same time VERY humbled and HONORED!  THANK YOU SUPREME CHANCELLOR! Following photo sessions, music and fellowship was enjoyed by all.  It was a GREAT evening!!

 


 


 


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