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NEW BRUNSWICK’S EASTERN STAR MAGAZINE

AUG 2013 No.3VOL. 64

Nancy Keirstead W. Churchill #19Worthy Grand Matron:

Laurie Bishop - Devon #37Worthy Grand Patron:

We would like to remind you of the "Friendship Gardens" Maine in New Brunswick exchange at the Fredericton Inn on Regent Street in Fredericton on September 28, 2013.

Worthy Grand Matron Worthy Grand Patron

Thank you for your encouragement and support and for the honour you have given us and our chapters, Winston Churchill No. 19 and Devon No. 37.

We extend warm fraternal greetings and hope that your summer is a fun and relaxing one and that you are enjoying your family and friends during summer vacations. As we begin our "Let's Have a Ceileidh" year, we are looking forward to visiting with you as we continue with our Official Visits.

Sister Nancy Keirstead Brother Laurie Bishop

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

Please support our District Deputy Grand Matrons, by attending the School of Instruction in your district. Please continue to encourage and support one another to increase the happiness of your members and to help make your Chapters grow stronger.

Laugh - Love - Lift one another up with encouragement. Fraternal love,

Verse: Ecclesiastes 3:13 . . Every man should

eat, drink and enjoy the good of all his labours

. . . it is the gift of God. Thessalonians 5:11 . . Therefore encourage

one another and build one another up.

Verse: Psalm 149:3,4 Let them praise His Name with dancing & make music to Him with tambourine and harp. For the Lord takes delight in His people; He crowns the humble with salvation. Ephesians 4:2 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs that it may benefit those who listen.

Phone: (506) 861-9183

Phone: 506-538-2672

GRAND CHAPTER OF

CANADA

1345 Route 955, Murray Corner, NB E4M 3H6

104 - 201 Trites Rd.,Riverview, NB E1B 0E5

PUBLISHING CHAIRMAN

Email: [email protected]

DONALD WILLIAMS, PGP542 Ryan St., A-104, Moncton, NB E1G 2W3

Published by approval of the

NEW BRUNSWICK

Phone: 506-633-8309Email: [email protected]

EDITOR

DONNA ALLEN, PGM

DOROTHY E. ALLAN, P.M.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

25 St. Peters Court, Saint John, NB E2K 5N4

Phone: 506-855-0122

SYLVIA BANNISTER, PM

ELAINE MacLEAN, GGCCMADVERTISING

39 Sherry Lane, Fredericton, NB E3C 1L8Phone: 506-454-9555

SECRETARY-TREASURER

DISTRIBUTIONCOLIN ALLEN, PP

SEND COPY FOR PUBLICATION TO:

MEMORIALS & GREETINGSLYNDA WILLIAMS, Gr.Treas.

Phone: (506) 861-9183 Email: [email protected]

CHAPTER NEWS, ANNOUNCEMENTS

542 Ryan St., A-104, Moncton, NB E1G 2W3

Elizabeth Potter, PM Norma Caswell, PM

DOROTHY STEWART, PM238 Goderich St., Dalhousie, NB E8C 1S4

Sydney Butland, PP

HOMEMAKER PAGE

Phone: (506) 684-3405

Phone: (506) 548-3924

EDITH CLOUSTON, PM

STAR CRAFT

Mildred Homer, PGM

PROGRAMS & TRIBUTES

655 Brunswick Ave,, Bathurst, NB E2A 1W2

HONORARY MEMBERS

Dolphins, Angels & Chilly Willy Grand Officers 2012 - 2013

“Celestial Blessings” Sessions July 11-13, 2013

‘Angels in our Midst’ Banquet Grand Pages & Grand Guards

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NEW BRUNSWICK’S EASTERN STAR MAGAZINE

AUG 2013 No.3VOL. 64

Nancy Keirstead W. Churchill #19Worthy Grand Matron:

Laurie Bishop - Devon #37Worthy Grand Patron:

We would like to remind you of the "Friendship Gardens" Maine in New Brunswick exchange at the Fredericton Inn on Regent Street in Fredericton on September 28, 2013.

Worthy Grand Matron Worthy Grand Patron

Thank you for your encouragement and support and for the honour you have given us and our chapters, Winston Churchill No. 19 and Devon No. 37.

We extend warm fraternal greetings and hope that your summer is a fun and relaxing one and that you are enjoying your family and friends during summer vacations. As we begin our "Let's Have a Ceileidh" year, we are looking forward to visiting with you as we continue with our Official Visits.

Sister Nancy Keirstead Brother Laurie Bishop

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

Please support our District Deputy Grand Matrons, by attending the School of Instruction in your district. Please continue to encourage and support one another to increase the happiness of your members and to help make your Chapters grow stronger.

Laugh - Love - Lift one another up with encouragement. Fraternal love,

Verse: Ecclesiastes 3:13 . . Every man should

eat, drink and enjoy the good of all his labours

. . . it is the gift of God. Thessalonians 5:11 . . Therefore encourage

one another and build one another up.

Verse: Psalm 149:3,4 Let them praise His Name with dancing & make music to Him with tambourine and harp. For the Lord takes delight in His people; He crowns the humble with salvation. Ephesians 4:2 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs that it may benefit those who listen.

Phone: (506) 861-9183

Phone: 506-538-2672

GRAND CHAPTER OF

CANADA

1345 Route 955, Murray Corner, NB E4M 3H6

104 - 201 Trites Rd.,Riverview, NB E1B 0E5

PUBLISHING CHAIRMAN

DONALD WILLIAMS, PGP542 Ryan St., A-104, Moncton, NB E1G 2W3

Published by approval of the

NEW BRUNSWICK

EDITOR

DONNA ALLEN, PGM

DOROTHY E. ALLAN, P.M.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

25 St. Peters Court, Saint John, NB E2K 5N4

Phone: 506-855-0122

SYLVIA BANNISTER, PM

ELAINE MacLEAN, GGCCMADVERTISING

39 Sherry Lane, Fredericton, NB E3C 1L8Phone: 506-454-9555

SECRETARY-TREASURER

DISTRIBUTIONCOLIN ALLEN, PP

SEND COPY FOR PUBLICATION TO:

MEMORIALS & GREETINGSLYNDA WILLIAMS, Gr.Treas.

Phone: (506) 861-9183 Email: [email protected]

CHAPTER NEWS, ANNOUNCEMENTS

542 Ryan St., A-104, Moncton, NB E1G 2W3

Elizabeth Potter, PM Norma Caswell, PM

DOROTHY STEWART, PM238 Goderich St., Dalhousie, NB E8C 1S4

Sydney Butland, PP

HOMEMAKER PAGE

Phone: (506) 684-3405

Phone: (506) 548-3924

EDITH CLOUSTON, PM

STAR CRAFT

Mildred Homer, PGM

PROGRAMS & TRIBUTES

655 Brunswick Ave,, Bathurst, NB E2A 1W2

HONORARY MEMBERS

Dolphins, Angels & Chilly Willy Grand Officers 2012 - 2013

“Celestial Blessings” Sessions July 11-13, 2013

‘Angels in our Midst’ Banquet Grand Pages & Grand Guards

Fri. Sept. 6, 2013 Philip A Jerguson #18 Saint John

Tues. Sept.10, 2013 Bathurst #22 Bathurst

Sat. Sept. 21, 2013 Disr#3 School of Instr. Electa #9

Sat. Oct. 5, 2013 Dist.#l School of Instr. Miramichi #44

Sat. Oct.26, 2013 NB in Me Exchange Jonesport, Me

Mon. Nov. 4, 2013 * Winston Churchill #19 Riverside-Albert

Wed. Sept.25, 2013 Unity #35 Harvey

Feb 2014 Can-Am Weekend Ontario

Sat. May 3, 2014 Maritime Exchange Lions in Riverview

VISITATION AND SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE

Mon. Aug.19, 2013 Remembrance #30 Minto

Wed. Sept.18, 2013 Miramichi #44 MiramichiThurs Sept 19, 2013 Lord Beaverbrook #33 Hampton

Sat. Sept. 7, 2013 Dist #2 School of Instr. Winston Churchill 19

Mon. Sept.23, 2013* Fort Monckton #11 Port Elgin

Sat. Oct. 5, 2013 Dist.#4 School of Instr. Granite #15

Date Chapter Location

Tues. Oct.15, 2013 * Zetland #26 Shediac Cape

Thurs. Aug.15, 2013 Celestial #3 Fredericton

Sat. Oct. 5, 2013 Dist#5 School of Instr. Devon #37

Fri. July 19, 2013 Devon #37 Fredericton

Tues. Sept. 3, 2013* Fidelity #36 RiverviewWed. Sept. 4, 2013 Electa #9 Perth Andover

Tues. July 23, 2013 Hillcrest #40 Boiestown

Tues. Oct.1, 2013 Tobique #23 Plaster Rock

Sat. July 20, 2013 Gr. Off. School of Instr. Winston Churchill 19

Wed. Sep.l 1, 2013 Granite #15 St GeorgeMon. Scpt.16, 2013 Lady Alexander #24 Campbellton

Sat. Sept.28,. 2013 Me in NB Exchange Fredericton Inn

Mon. Oct.14, 2013 * Frank H. Tingley #5 Moncton

Tues. Oct. 8, 2013 Victoria #1 Woodstock

Mon. Oct.21, 2013 St. Stephen #8 St. Stephen

Wed. Oct. 9, 2013 Saint John #14 Saint John

Fri-Sat Nov 1-2/13 International Weekend Rhode Island

Feb 2014 Funspicl Harvey Station

Sat. Apr. 5, 2014 Maine-Maritime Exch. Lions in Riverview

Thu.July 10-12, 2014 Grand Chapter of NB Fredericton

*PotluckCONTENTSOur Grand Chapter 1-4Chapter News 5-15,18-23G.C.Officers 16-19Programs & Tributes 24

Home Maker 26

ESM Remembers 32

Sister Pricilla 24

Worth A Thousand Words 33

Star Craft 27In Memoriam 28-31

Advertisers 31, 34

Grand Representatives 25

Sylvia Bannister, PM

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__________________________________

39 Sherry Lane,

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Fred. NB E3C 1L8Email: [email protected]

Eastern Star Magazine is a high quality, 32-page magazine that is published quarterly by the magazine committee under the authority of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick. Fully self-supported by subscriptions, it has been published regularly for 60 years. It also derives additional funding from sale of advertising space and is supplemented by donations from members and Chapters, including Memorials and Christmas greetings.We reserve the right to edit any article for clarity, but primarily for space; and to hold over or reject any material that is sent in late or that which we may deem inappropriate for this publication. We disclaim any liability for articles,

NEW BRUNSWICK EASTERN STAR MAGAZINE

Flowers:

WGP: Alstroemerias All Scottish Wild Flowers

WGP: Little Deuce Coupe Hallelujah Song When you Say You Love Me

WGM: Purple Heather

Fun Symbols:

Highland Dancer WGP: 1936 Little Deuce Coupe Bagpiper

WGM: Scottie Terrier Westie Terrier

NEW BRUNSWICK EASTERN STAR MAGAZINE Page 3

May 5th, 2013 Truro, N.S.124 in attendance

Maritime Grand Family Exchange

Worthy Grand Matron Sister E. Jean DuncanWorthy Grand Patron Brother Donald E. WilliamsA/Grand Matron Sister Nancy KeirsteadA/Grand Patron Brother Laurie BishopGrand Secretary Sister Betty Ann LoughnanGrand Treasurer Sister Dorothy PowrozGrand Conductress (pro tem) Sis. Jane Wooldridge,PGMA/Grand Conductress Sister Lynda Swan

Grand Ruth Sister Barbara Greenlaw

Grand Organist (pro tem) Sis. Annie MaeWaterbury,PGM

Grand Martha Sister Phyllis Mossman

Grand Sentinel Bro. Raymond KraglundGrand Warder (pro tem) Bro. Ron Oakley, GGCCM

Grand Adah Sister Sharon Adams

Grand Electa Sister Mary MacLennan

Grand Chaplain (pro tem) Bro. Murray Gardner,PGPGrand Marshal Brother David Hobson

Grand Esther Sis. Fran Burgoyne Jackson

Officers Participating in Degree

WGP: My Life Is In You Lord

This is My Father's World

WGM: I Feel The Winds of God, Be Thou My Vision I Cannot Tell

Awesome God Precious Blood Of Jesus

Songs:

Hymns:

The Church's One Foundation.

WGM: I Will Pray For You Afton Water

As The Deer Pants for the Water

Wild Mountain Thyme Skye Boat Song

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Grand OfficersNB, NS & PEI

AUG 2013 AUG 2013

Laugh, Love and Lift Emblems:

Motto: The right attitude makes all the difference; smile.

Aim: Having fun and building up others with words of encouragement.Watchwords:

Open Holy Bible & Cup

Chaplain and Electa Colours: Purple, Silver Special Projects: WGM: Juvenile Diabetes

Honour Stations:

Projects: All Grand Chapter & General Grand Chapter

WGP: ALS Foundation

Projects.

“Let’s Have a Ceileidh Session”

Fri. Sept. 6, 2013 Philip A Jerguson #18 Saint John

Tues. Sept.10, 2013 Bathurst #22 Bathurst

Sat. Sept. 21, 2013 Disr#3 School of Instr. Electa #9

Sat. Oct. 5, 2013 Dist.#l School of Instr. Miramichi #44

Sat. Oct.26, 2013 NB in Me Exchange Jonesport, Me

Mon. Nov. 4, 2013 * Winston Churchill #19 Riverside-Albert

Wed. Sept.25, 2013 Unity #35 Harvey

Feb 2014 Can-Am Weekend Ontario

Sat. May 3, 2014 Maritime Exchange Lions in Riverview

VISITATION AND SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE

Mon. Aug.19, 2013 Remembrance #30 Minto

Wed. Sept.18, 2013 Miramichi #44 MiramichiThurs Sept 19, 2013 Lord Beaverbrook #33 Hampton

Sat. Sept. 7, 2013 Dist #2 School of Instr. Winston Churchill 19

Mon. Sept.23, 2013* Fort Monckton #11 Port Elgin

Sat. Oct. 5, 2013 Dist.#4 School of Instr. Granite #15

Date Chapter Location

Tues. Oct.15, 2013 * Zetland #26 Shediac Cape

Thurs. Aug.15, 2013 Celestial #3 Fredericton

Sat. Oct. 5, 2013 Dist#5 School of Instr. Devon #37

Fri. July 19, 2013 Devon #37 Fredericton

Tues. Sept. 3, 2013* Fidelity #36 RiverviewWed. Sept. 4, 2013 Electa #9 Perth Andover

Tues. July 23, 2013 Hillcrest #40 Boiestown

Tues. Oct.1, 2013 Tobique #23 Plaster Rock

Sat. July 20, 2013 Gr. Off. School of Instr. Winston Churchill 19

Wed. Sep.l 1, 2013 Granite #15 St GeorgeMon. Scpt.16, 2013 Lady Alexander #24 Campbellton

Sat. Sept.28,. 2013 Me in NB Exchange Fredericton Inn

Mon. Oct.14, 2013 * Frank H. Tingley #5 Moncton

Tues. Oct. 8, 2013 Victoria #1 Woodstock

Mon. Oct.21, 2013 St. Stephen #8 St. Stephen

Wed. Oct. 9, 2013 Saint John #14 Saint John

Fri-Sat Nov 1-2/13 International Weekend Rhode Island

Feb 2014 Funspicl Harvey Station

Sat. Apr. 5, 2014 Maine-Maritime Exch. Lions in Riverview

Thu.July 10-12, 2014 Grand Chapter of NB Fredericton

*PotluckCONTENTSOur Grand Chapter 1-4Chapter News 5-15,18-23G.C.Officers 16-19Programs & Tributes 24

Home Maker 26

ESM Remembers 32

Sister Pricilla 24

Worth A Thousand Words 33

Star Craft 27In Memoriam 28-31

Advertisers 31, 34

Grand Representatives 25

Sylvia Bannister, PM

Advertising Rates

__________________________________

Phone: 506-855-0122104 - 201 Trites Rd.,Riverview, NB E1B 0E5

Advertising space is sold in the following units -

Subscription Rates

PER HALF PAGE

In Canada $12/yr.

$168/yr

EASTERN STAR MAGAZINE

To USA $16/yr.Rates include Postage

(Renewals June of each year)

P ER VERTICAL COLUMN INCH

Elaine MacLean, GGCCM

__________________________________

39 Sherry Lane,

$15/yr

Fred. NB E3C 1L8Email: [email protected]

Eastern Star Magazine is a high quality, 32-page magazine that is published quarterly by the magazine committee under the authority of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick. Fully self-supported by subscriptions, it has been published regularly for 60 years. It also derives additional funding from sale of advertising space and is supplemented by donations from members and Chapters, including Memorials and Christmas greetings.We reserve the right to edit any article for clarity, but primarily for space; and to hold over or reject any material that is sent in late or that which we may deem inappropriate for this publication. We disclaim any liability for articles,

Flowers:

WGP: Alstroemerias All Scottish Wild Flowers

WGP: Little Deuce Coupe Hallelujah Song When you Say You Love Me

WGM: Purple Heather

Fun Symbols:

Highland Dancer WGP: 1936 Little Deuce Coupe Bagpiper

WGM: Scottie Terrier Westie Terrier

May 5th, 2013 Truro, N.S.124 in attendance

Maritime Grand Family Exchange

Worthy Grand Matron Sister E. Jean DuncanWorthy Grand Patron Brother Donald E. WilliamsA/Grand Matron Sister Nancy KeirsteadA/Grand Patron Brother Laurie BishopGrand Secretary Sister Betty Ann LoughnanGrand Treasurer Sister Dorothy PowrozGrand Conductress (pro tem) Sis. Jane Wooldridge,PGMA/Grand Conductress Sister Lynda Swan

Grand Ruth Sister Barbara Greenlaw

Grand Organist (pro tem) Sis. Annie MaeWaterbury,PGM

Grand Martha Sister Phyllis Mossman

Grand Sentinel Bro. Raymond KraglundGrand Warder (pro tem) Bro. Ron Oakley, GGCCM

Grand Adah Sister Sharon Adams

Grand Electa Sister Mary MacLennan

Grand Chaplain (pro tem) Bro. Murray Gardner,PGPGrand Marshal Brother David Hobson

Grand Esther Sis. Fran Burgoyne Jackson

Officers Participating in Degree

WGP: My Life Is In You Lord

This is My Father's World

WGM: I Feel The Winds of God, Be Thou My Vision I Cannot Tell

Awesome God Precious Blood Of Jesus

Songs:

Hymns:

The Church's One Foundation.

WGM: I Will Pray For You Afton Water

As The Deer Pants for the Water

Wild Mountain Thyme Skye Boat Song

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Grand OfficersNB, NS & PEI

AUG 2013 AUG 2013

Laugh, Love and Lift Emblems:

Motto: The right attitude makes all the difference; smile.

Aim: Having fun and building up others with words of encouragement.Watchwords:

Open Holy Bible & Cup

Chaplain and Electa Colours: Purple, Silver Special Projects: WGM: Juvenile Diabetes

Honour Stations:

Projects: All Grand Chapter & General Grand Chapter

WGP: ALS Foundation

Projects.

“Let’s Have a Ceileidh Session”

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Sister Pauline Keirstead, PM is shown here presenting Sister Nancy Keirstead, AGM with her travelling Bible to be used throughout her travels during her year as Worthy Grand Matron.

Travelling Bible Presented

“Brother Laurie presented me with my gavel and block hand made by him out of wood from Africa. The carrying Case he made from wood from Australia. . . A very beautiful & thoughtful gift.“ < Sister Nancy Keirstead, AGM

Gavel and Case Presented

Heather Butland McKinley . We had soooo much fun! Thanks so much for your kindness, Vermonters!

Avis Dupere Nice group photo!

Marcie Munroe A very good looking crew in my opinion.

NB at the GC of VERMONT

Distinguished Guests: WGM E. Jean Duncan & WGP Donald Williams; GGCCM Elaine I. MacLean; PGMs Norma Jean Belyea, Margaret McCully, Brenda I. Taylor, Carol Sutherland, and Lynne Hatt; PGPs Gordon Steeves, Doug Swan (Gr. Secretary), Ebby Kuhn and Allan Gillis; Nancy Keirstead, AGM, Lynda Williams, Gr. Treasurer, Lynda Swan, Assoc. Gr.Cond., and Laurie Bishop, AGP; Norma Caswell, Gr. Organist, Candace Duplisea, Gr. Adah & Robert McInnis, Gr. Warder; Gr. Representatives: Fonnie Kuhn of Kentucky, Gertrude Wilson of Louisiana, Doris Moore of Montana, Carolyn Calhoun of Nevada, Dorothy Allan of Rhode Island and Maxine MacMillan of Utah, Cameron Moffatt of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Robert Keirstead of Vermont;

Fredericton Junction. Debbie and Cam, the AM and AP, presented gifts to Candace and Paul on behalf of their officers in recognition of a year well served. Candace thanked the members of Devon Chapter who filled in for absent officers, and those who assisted with the lunch and setting up of the Chapter Room.

The special meeting opened with WM Candace presiding in the East, assisted by WP Paul. Sis. Candace welcomed the approximately 70 members and guests, and for the benefit of the guests she gave a short a n d i n f o r m a t i v e t a l k o n t h e background of our Order.

Chapter closed in form. Paul thanked the members of Devon and Zetland Chapters for attending. The Chaplain asked a blessing and we departed after our night lunch.

Debbie Hill congratulated Candace on the success of her year, saying she enjoyed the meetings and assisting by filling in for various officers who were absent.

Sister Candace used sayings on “Friends” during the introductions of our distinguished guests.

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

WGM & WGP made Honorary Members

A recess was called to prepare for the ceremony, then the fol lowing Officers were installed: WM Elaine I. MacLean, WP Paul Fullarton, AM Debbie Cawker, AP Doug Cawker, Secretary Norma Jean Belyea, Treasurer er Cameron Moffatt, Conductress Betty Powell, Assoc. Conductress Candace Duplisea, Chaplain Kevin Wilson, Organist Philip Belyea, Adah-Jean Duncan, Ruth-Cindy Wilson, Esther-Vera Swazey, Martha-Noreen Wisted, Electa-Lorraine Fullarton, Warder-James Wisted and Sentinel-Hilda Jarvis.Sis . Margaret had chosen the selections, and sang “The Lord's Prayer” following the installation of the WM, “I See God” for the WP and “Known Only to Him” for the Chaplain.

Sis. Candace introduced Carol Sutherland as the Installing Grand Officer. Sis. Carol introduced the Installing Suite – as Installing Grand Chaplain David Lister, Installing Grand Marshal, Marilyn Hutchinson, Installing Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, Soloist-Margaret McCully. Other Installing Grand Officers were: Gertrude Wilson, Robert Wilson, Lynne Hatt, Carolyn Calhoun, Fonnie Kuhn, Lynda Swan, Betty Steeves, Doris Moore, Susan Glazier, Connie MacPherson, Sheila Thorne, Allan Gillis, and Ken Dunn.

visiting WMs Faye Stockford of Victoria No. 1, Rosemarie Fitzgerald of Philip A. Jerguson No. 18, Sheila Thorne of Remembrance No. 30, Joyce McInnis of Lord Beaverbrook No. 33 and Susan Munn of Hillcrest No. 40; WPs Ken Dunn of Victoria No. 1, Darrell Fitzgerald of Philip A. Jerguson No. 18 and Darrell Munn of Hillcrest No. 40. The Past Matrons, Past Patrons and supporting members then stood for their welcome, and Sis. Candace gave her final “friend” saying, “Gems may be precious, but friendship is priceless”.

Sis. Elaine had carried out a floral ceremony for the Star Point Officers during their Installation.After the installation, Sis. Marilyn

Birthdays were being celebrated during the month of April by Debbie Cawker and Phil Belyea (his being a significant one).Mention was made of the courtesy Funeral Service for Ger t rude Mersereau, a former member of the c losed Glads tone Chap te r in

The meeting opened with Candace Duplisea, WM and Paul Fullarton, WP in the East. The WM welcomed everyone with a poem on Friendship.

April Meeting:

Jeanie visited Barbara Gilliland in hospital, Joyce Parke-Taylor was absent because of a terrible cold, and Muriel Phillips is able to get out to Church, but tires very quickly.

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The following were presented and given proper recognition: WGM E. Jean Duncan; GGCCM Elaine I. MacLean on Community Services Committee; PGMs Norma Jean Belyea and Debbie Hill; PGP Ebby Kuhn; Candace Duplisea, Gr. Adah; Gr. Representatives: Fonnie Kuhn of Kentucky, Cameron Moffatt of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Ronald Bateman of Oregon and Hilda Jarvis of Texas; visiting WM Winnie Bateman of Zetland # 26. There were 12 PMs, PPs and supporting members who stood for their special welcome. Sis. Candace used sayings on “Smiles” for her welcomes.

The Annual Reports were received, indicating a successful financial year, a net increase in membership by four, and a busy year for the WM and WP, what with caterings, travels and visitations.

CHAPTER NEWS

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Sister Pauline Keirstead, PM is shown here presenting Sister Nancy Keirstead, AGM with her travelling Bible to be used throughout her travels during her year as Worthy Grand Matron.

Travelling Bible Presented

“Brother Laurie presented me with my gavel and block hand made by him out of wood from Africa. The carrying Case he made from wood from Australia. . . A very beautiful & thoughtful gift.“ < Sister Nancy Keirstead, AGM

Gavel and Case Presented

Heather Butland McKinley . We had soooo much fun! Thanks so much for your kindness, Vermonters!

Avis Dupere Nice group photo!

Marcie Munroe A very good looking crew in my opinion.

NB at the GC of VERMONT

Distinguished Guests: WGM E. Jean Duncan & WGP Donald Williams; GGCCM Elaine I. MacLean; PGMs Norma Jean Belyea, Margaret McCully, Brenda I. Taylor, Carol Sutherland, and Lynne Hatt; PGPs Gordon Steeves, Doug Swan (Gr. Secretary), Ebby Kuhn and Allan Gillis; Nancy Keirstead, AGM, Lynda Williams, Gr. Treasurer, Lynda Swan, Assoc. Gr.Cond., and Laurie Bishop, AGP; Norma Caswell, Gr. Organist, Candace Duplisea, Gr. Adah & Robert McInnis, Gr. Warder; Gr. Representatives: Fonnie Kuhn of Kentucky, Gertrude Wilson of Louisiana, Doris Moore of Montana, Carolyn Calhoun of Nevada, Dorothy Allan of Rhode Island and Maxine MacMillan of Utah, Cameron Moffatt of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Robert Keirstead of Vermont;

Fredericton Junction. Debbie and Cam, the AM and AP, presented gifts to Candace and Paul on behalf of their officers in recognition of a year well served. Candace thanked the members of Devon Chapter who filled in for absent officers, and those who assisted with the lunch and setting up of the Chapter Room.

The special meeting opened with WM Candace presiding in the East, assisted by WP Paul. Sis. Candace welcomed the approximately 70 members and guests, and for the benefit of the guests she gave a short a n d i n f o r m a t i v e t a l k o n t h e background of our Order.

Chapter closed in form. Paul thanked the members of Devon and Zetland Chapters for attending. The Chaplain asked a blessing and we departed after our night lunch.

Debbie Hill congratulated Candace on the success of her year, saying she enjoyed the meetings and assisting by filling in for various officers who were absent.

Sister Candace used sayings on “Friends” during the introductions of our distinguished guests.

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

A recess was called to prepare for the ceremony, then the fol lowing Officers were installed: WM Elaine I. MacLean, WP Paul Fullarton, AM Debbie Cawker, AP Doug Cawker, Secretary Norma Jean Belyea, Treasurer er Cameron Moffatt, Conductress Betty Powell, Assoc. Conductress Candace Duplisea, Chaplain Kevin Wilson, Organist Philip Belyea, Adah-Jean Duncan, Ruth-Cindy Wilson, Esther-Vera Swazey, Martha-Noreen Wisted, Electa-Lorraine Fullarton, Warder-James Wisted and Sentinel-Hilda Jarvis.Sis . Margaret had chosen the selections, and sang “The Lord's Prayer” following the installation of the WM, “I See God” for the WP and “Known Only to Him” for the Chaplain.

Sis. Candace introduced Carol Sutherland as the Installing Grand Officer. Sis. Carol introduced the Installing Suite – as Installing Grand Chaplain David Lister, Installing Grand Marshal, Marilyn Hutchinson, Installing Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, Soloist-Margaret McCully. Other Installing Grand Officers were: Gertrude Wilson, Robert Wilson, Lynne Hatt, Carolyn Calhoun, Fonnie Kuhn, Lynda Swan, Betty Steeves, Doris Moore, Susan Glazier, Connie MacPherson, Sheila Thorne, Allan Gillis, and Ken Dunn.

visiting WMs Faye Stockford of Victoria No. 1, Rosemarie Fitzgerald of Philip A. Jerguson No. 18, Sheila Thorne of Remembrance No. 30, Joyce McInnis of Lord Beaverbrook No. 33 and Susan Munn of Hillcrest No. 40; WPs Ken Dunn of Victoria No. 1, Darrell Fitzgerald of Philip A. Jerguson No. 18 and Darrell Munn of Hillcrest No. 40. The Past Matrons, Past Patrons and supporting members then stood for their welcome, and Sis. Candace gave her final “friend” saying, “Gems may be precious, but friendship is priceless”.

Sis. Elaine had carried out a floral ceremony for the Star Point Officers during their Installation.After the installation, Sis. Marilyn

Birthdays were being celebrated during the month of April by Debbie Cawker and Phil Belyea (his being a significant one).Mention was made of the courtesy Funeral Service for Ger t rude Mersereau, a former member of the c losed Glads tone Chap te r in

The meeting opened with Candace Duplisea, WM and Paul Fullarton, WP in the East. The WM welcomed everyone with a poem on Friendship.

April Meeting:

Jeanie visited Barbara Gilliland in hospital, Joyce Parke-Taylor was absent because of a terrible cold, and Muriel Phillips is able to get out to Church, but tires very quickly.

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The following were presented and given proper recognition: WGM E. Jean Duncan; GGCCM Elaine I. MacLean on Community Services Committee; PGMs Norma Jean Belyea and Debbie Hill; PGP Ebby Kuhn; Candace Duplisea, Gr. Adah; Gr. Representatives: Fonnie Kuhn of Kentucky, Cameron Moffatt of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Ronald Bateman of Oregon and Hilda Jarvis of Texas; visiting WM Winnie Bateman of Zetland # 26. There were 12 PMs, PPs and supporting members who stood for their special welcome. Sis. Candace used sayings on “Smiles” for her welcomes.

The Annual Reports were received, indicating a successful financial year, a net increase in membership by four, and a busy year for the WM and WP, what with caterings, travels and visitations.

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The meeting opened with Elaine and Paul in the East. Since May is considered to be “Mothers” month, the WM welcomed everyone with wonderful words on mothers, and used t ruths about them when welcoming the following during presentations: PGMs Norma Jean Belyea, Ann Lister and Debbie Hill; A G P L a u r i e B i s h o p ; G r a n d Representatives: Gertrude Wilson of Louisiana, Doris Moore of Montana and Cam Moffatt of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.

The Chapter purchased a quarter page ad in the DeMolay conclave booklet. Elaine had a program for the mothers, with the Conductress delivering lemon scented soap to each mother.

Helen Ball had done a fair amount of visiting, and had sent cards for various reasons. Dora Richards is in hospital and had visits & flowers. Cam visited with Helen, saying she is having mobility problems.

Mizpah Benediction. The WP thanked the refreshment committee, and asked Bro. David to give the blessing. The officers for 2013-2014 retired, and another year in the life of Celestial Chapter No. 3 has begun.

May Meeting:

Paul had chosen Sports Memorabilia as his fun symbol this year and announced that there would be a sporting event most months. This month he conducted a fishing derby, and invited three members to accept his invitation to go fishing. Gert

Elaine, as Gr.Installing Officer and Debbie Hill, Gr. Installing Marshal, installed Joyce Parke-Taylor as Marshal for the ensuing year.

O n b e h a l f o f N a n c y, L a u r i e announced that Paul Fullarton had agreed to be the Grand Marshal in the next Grand Chapter year. Paul said he was pleased to be asked, and is looking forward to the year. There were no May birthdays, so Elaine asked if anyone had anything to report. She was the only one to do so, as she was travelling to Presque Isle tomorrow for her daughter's graduation as a Registered Nurse.

Sis. Elaine gave her acceptance remarks, and introduced her daughter and granddaughters as well as other guests. Bro. Paul thanked everyone for attending, asking them to come back again.

The Bible was closed informally, the closing ode sung, and all joined in the

In lieu of bars for their Jewels, Sis. Candace and Bro. Paul requested a donation be made to the Jack Akerley Memorial Scholarship Fund. They were then conducted to the Altar to sign the bible, each receiving book marks for their own bibles.The WGM was escorted to the East. The Worshipful Master of Hiram Lodge, Steven Matheson was asked for remarks. He said this was the first time he had attended an Eastern Star event, and was impressed by the significant amount of work that had gone into the program, thanking the Chapter for welcoming him and his members to it. The WGP gave his congratulations to Sis. Elaine and her Officers, he was pleased with the lovely crowd in attendance, and made special mention of Sis. Candace, his Grand Adah. The WGM was pleased to see so many in attendance, congratulated Sis. Elaine and Bro. Paul and their new slate of Officers. She said the Installing Suite did a wonderful job, and expressed her thanks for all courtesies.The WM had announcements about the May practice and a Fall Church Service, and that refreshments would be served in the dining hall. She announced that Bro. Cam would be in charge of selling tickets on the Afghan in support of the WGM and WGP Special Project, with the draw being made at the end of the refreshment period. (Just a note here – that draw was made, and Sis. Rosemarie Fitzgerald, WM of Philip A. Jerguson Chapter No. 18, was the winner.)

approached the East. She conducted a ceremony for the WM with the Star Point Officers taking part. Strangely enough, this also had flowers involved in it, as well as appropriately coloured crystal items.

and started the meeting by sharing a joke.Several Distinguished guests were presented: WGM Jean Duncan; WGP Don Williams, GGCCM's Bob King and Ron Oakley; PGMs Jacquie Boutillier; Mildred Homer; Ann Morton, Carol Sutherland, Donna Allen; PGP John Murray; Nancy Keirstead, AGM; Lynda Williams, Gr. Treas.; Wayne Bannister, Gr. Chaplain; Allan McKinley - Gr. Marshal; Gr. Representatives: Linda Murray- Mass, Annie Watson-Quebec, Marjorie Landry-Arkansas, Mae Chapman-Ont, Betty Carson-Maryland, Faye Oakley-S. Carolina, Sylvia Bannister- New Hampshire; E d g a r C o v e - F l o r i d a ; R o n Sutherland-Conn; DDGM - Marcie Munroe Dist. #1; visiting WMs Dawn McLean, Winston Churchill #19; Barbara Cove, Fidelity #36 and WP Colin Allen, Fort Monckton #11.The gavel was then handed to PGM Sis. Jacquie Boutillier who was the installing officer assisted by Bro. Don Wi l l i a m s , W G P. 2 0 1 3 - 2 0 1 4 OFFICERS: WM Annie Watson, WP Wayne Bann i s t e r, AM Diane Manning, AP Leigh Manning,

Secretary Agnes Weaver, Treasurer Gloria Cheney, Cond. Joanne Cameron, ACond. Marcie Munroe, Chaplain John Timmins, Marshal Murray Mclnnis, Organist Mary Pelletier, Adah-Irene Knowles, Ruth-Irene Fowler Sharp, Esther-Barbara Leadbetter, Martha-Mae Chapman, Electa-Betty Carson, Warder John Leadbetter, Sentinel Mark Knowles. Musical selections: WM One Day at a Time, WP Faith of our Fathers, Chaplain Sweet Hour of Prayer. Sis. Annie thanked the Chapter for bestowing this great honor to her and thanked the Installing Officers for their assistance and thanked Sis. Jacquie for bringing her to a meeting 45 years ago as she was a new resident in Moncton. She advised that rather than giving gifts to the officers she and the WP had chosen to make a donation to the special project of the WGM and WGP -Autism- and presented a small cheque to them - this is especially important to Sis. Annie as her little great grandson has Autism. She thanked all who worked on the lunch preparation and said she was honoured to be in the East with

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The Altar was then draped in loving memory of PGPs Bro. Everett MacKinnon, and Bro.C. Alexander (Sandy) MacCallum.

Sis. Helen Ellis recently celebrated her 90th Birthday, she was escorted to the East and presented with her Lifetime Membership in our Chapter. She expressed her thanks to the Chapter, and said Eastern Star has meant a lot to her and she will soon have been a member for 60 years, and has made many good friends.

their assistance as 'fill-ins' many times during the year.

Bro. John passed the can for MS around the Chapter room, and received donation for MS and several interesting comments. Sis.Anne Murray said she was grateful for OES, she & Bro. John had just returned from their second visit to Sao Paulo, Brazil visiting her counterpart and other Chapters - it is a long 10 hour flight. Sis. Helen said she appreciated the MS donations, as her daughter is now in hospital in Halifax where, with new treatment hopes are high that she will improve. Bro. Allan McKinley shared a joke with us.The AM and AP approached the East, and the Star Point Officers gave 'sunny' thoughts to the WM and WP who were presented with gifts from the officers and members, with thanks for a very successful, happy year. Bro. Wayne reminded Bro. Larry that due to the snowy road conditions he had to go for Bro Larry for his initiation, as otherwise he would not have been able to 'make it' to town. Bro. Larry thanked him, as his time with OES has been mos t r eward ing and he appreciated Sis. Marcie for inviting him to be her WP.

Installation:The installation of officers was held on Sat. Apr. 13, 2013 with WM Marcie Munroe and WP Larry Kelly in the East. The WM welcomed all

Everyone was invited to the banquet room for refreshments and an Auction of Brown Bags - the proceeds being divided between the WM/WP Special Project and the Bursary Fund.

Norma Jean Belyea, PGM

The meeting opened with WM Marcie Munroe and WP Larry Kelly in the East. Marcie read an enjoyable joke, as she welcomed the guests.

Sis. Barbara advised she had sent out a 60th Anniversary Card, Sympathy cards and Get Well Cards. Sis. Annie reported on another successful Shrine Club dinner and a catering to the Rose Croix, Scottish Rite- she thanked all who helped and advised we have a busy weekend coming up with our Installation. Sis. Mildred advised we still have NO P.A. system and if it cannot be repaired by installation, she requested permission to rent a system for the Installation.

Wilson, Ron Bateman and Cam Moffatt took up the challenge, and they were given special rods & hooks to use. We had a lot of laughs over their antics. Gert caught the most, but Ron had the winning number on the bottom of one of his fish, so he was “1st”.There were three prizes (assorted cans of fish) so they all won.Chapter closed in form with the Chaplain asking the blessing before we left the Chapter Room.

Secretary/Press Corres.

FRANK H. TINGLEY # 5

April Meeting:

Introductions included: WGP Don Williams; GGCCM Bob King, Scottish Rite Charities; PGM Mildred Homer, PGP John Murray; AGM Nancy Keirstead, Gr. Treas. Lynda Williams; Gr. Cond. Peggy Jagoe; Gr. Chaplain Wayne Bannister; Gr. Marshal Allan McKinley; Gr. Representatives: Annie Watson-Quebec, Mae Chapman-Ont., Betty Carson-Maryland, Linda Murray-Mass . , Sylv ia Bannis ter-New Hampshire, Joanne Cameron-Sao Paulo, Brazil, Edgar Cove-Florida; DDGM - Marcie Munroe, Dist. #1; visiting WM & WP Barbara Cove and Keith Trenholm, Fidelity#36. Official Hugger this evening: Sis.Helen Ellis.

Sis. Sylvia and Bro. Bob Carson were escorted to the East. Sis. Marcie presented them with a token gift for

Fort Monckton #11(L2R): Sis. Anne Murray, WM; Sister Karen Trueman received a 50 year pin, Sis.Donna Allen, PGM & WP John Murray, PGP.