23rd District
Cornerstone Ceremonys
  The Cornerstones ceremonies at the Martins Ferry School Complex seemed
like it took a long time to prepare for but it was over in just a few minutes.  We
were very pleased with the attendance.  There are many people to thank for
putting this program together but I would like to thank the Brothers that helped
a lot;
                     W.M. Thomas Absalom of Ohio City Lodge # 486
                     W.B. William McCrea of Ohio City Lodge # 486
                   Brother David Vitchner of Ohio City Lodge # 486
                      W.M. Michael Coey of Bridgeport Lodge # 181
                        W.M. Gene Hilligas of FLushing Lodge # 298

  The Grand Officers are to be complimented because they had 4 ceremonies in
two days.  I never heard one complaint. The Grand Chaplain was unable to attend
so I was asked to take his place.  After my nerves settled, I agreed to do it.  
Now I can say it was a great honor and I thank God for helping me through the
ceremonies.


             


             W.B. Willard J. Harding, Ambassador