DIGEST OF PROCEEDINGS OF THE
142ND ANNUAL COMMUNICATION
M. W. GRAND LODGE F. & A. M. OF NEVADA
NOVEMBER 13th, & 14th, 2006

In accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Nevada, the One Hundred Forty-Second Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge was convened at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, Reno, Nevada.
The Public Opening was called to order by Robert Behling, P.M., Worshipful Master of Amity Lodge No. 4 on Monday morning, November 13, 2006 at 8:30 A.M. Members of Kerak Shrine Patrol presented the Colors and then the Pledge of Allegiance was repeated.
M. W. James S. Kraemer (4), Grand Master, also welcomed the assembly. The Invocation was given by V. R. John Singleton, (26&53), Grand Chaplain.
The tribute to the Flag of the United States of America was delivered by Worshipful Brother Gerald L. Ogle, Past Master of Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 39. Worshipful Brother Robert C.
Yturiaga, P.M. (45), gave the tribute to the Flag of Canada and Worshipful Brother Everett L. Myers, P.M. (45) presented the tribute for the Flag of the State of Nevada. After the tributes to each Flag the appropriate anthem was sung by all present.
M.W. Don Baugher, P.G.M., Michigan, Executive Director, National Masonic Foundation for Children gave a presentation and an overview on the "Masonic Model Student Assistance Program".
The Heads of Concordant and Appendant Bodies in Nevada were presented at the Altar. They were:
David J. Morgan, P.G.M., 33rd Degree Sovereign Grand Inspector General, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in Nevada.
Most Illustrious James Mathieson Grand Master, Grand Council Cryptic Masons.
Right Eminent David J. Morgan, P.G.M., Grand Commander, Grand Commandery Knights Templar.
Russell M. Wilde, Eminent Prior, Nevada Priory Number 50, Knights of the York Cross of Honor.
James E. Paullo, Illustrious Potentate, Kerak Temple, Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Reno.
Craig Phillips, P.M., Executive Officer in Nevada, International Order of DeMolay.
Gordon F. Wessell, P.G.M., lntendent General, Red Cross of Constantine of Northern Nevada.
James Denny, Intendent General, Red Cross of Constantine of Southern Nevada.
William B. Berk, P.G.M., representing Most Illustrious Reese L. Harrison, Grand Sovereign of the Grand Imperial Council of the Red Cross of Constantine.
Hans J. Scheurer, Right Pre-eminently Distinguished Grand Governor, Sovereign York Rite College for Nevada.
The response was given by David J. Morgan, P.G.M. 33rd Degree Sovereign Grand Inspector General Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in Nevada, also Right Eminent Grand Commander, Grand Commandery Knights Templar in Nevada.
The National Officers were presented at the Altar. They were:
M. W. William G. Roberts, P.G.M., Commissioner of the Western Division, Masonic Service Association.
W. Lewis E. "Red" Kittell, P.M., State Chairman George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association.
M. W. Don Baugher, P.G.M., Michigan, Executive Director, National Masonic Foundation for Children.
M. W. Richard Fletcher, P.G.M., Vermont, Executive Secretary Masonic Service Association.
The response was given by M. W. Richard Fletcher, P.G.M.
Leaders of the Ladies and Youth Groups were at this time introduced and each brought greetings and a short message to the Grand Lodge. Introduced were:
Mrs. Bobby Stewart, Worthy Grand Matron, Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star.
Miss Cheri Gomes, Grand Worthy Advisor, International Order of Rainbow for Girls.
Miss Taylor Day, Miss Nevada Job's Daughters, International Order of Job's Daughters.
Mr. Austin Terrill, State Master Councilor, Nevada DeMolay.

PRESENTATIONS

Ron Orr presented the youth groups with a check from the Knight Masons.
The Grand Master thanked the guests for attending and then closed the public portion of the Grand Lodge Ceremony.
The Grand Lodge was formally called to order at 10:15 A.M. by Worshipful Louis
J. Castle, II, Master of Daylite Lodge No. 44. The Grand Lodge Officers entered and assumed their stations.
V. W. David J. Guinan, P.G.M., Grand Lecturer presented "Silver State Lodge Awards of Excellence" for the second year to Churchill Lodge No. 26, and for a third year Carson Valley Lodge No. 33.
M.W. Grand Master Kraemer presented certificates of appreciation to the Brethren involved with the Child l.D. Program.
The roll of the Lodges was called and all but one was represented.
The roll of the Grand Lodge officers was called and all but two were present one of which was excused.
The roll of the Past Grand Masters was called and all who were not present were excused.
Grand Lodge was then opened in Ample Form.
Grand Secretary Cronin introduced seven Resolutions and one Carry-over Resolution. He then moved to dispense with reading of the published resolutions and that they be referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. It was Seconded and Carried.
The Past Grand Masters of Nevada were introduced and accorded Grand Honors and given a hearty welcome. Grand Master Kraemer welcomed all. M.W. Duane G. Laubach, P.G.M., (39) gave the response.
Distinguished Guests from other Jurisdictions were received and introduced under the direction of W. Hans J. Scheurer, Grand Marshal. There were representatives from Alaska, Arizona, British Colombia & Yukon, Colorado, Idaho, Indiana, Michigan, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Nevada and Jurisdictions, Inc., Switzerland, Washington and Wyoming.
The Jurisprudence Committee moved to grant Honorary membership to the distinguished guests in attendance. Seconded and Carried. They then gave a preliminary report on the resolutions indicating that Resolution 1-2006 was out of order and the proposer, M.W. Michael F. Lintner, P.G.M. moved that Resolution 1-2006 be withdrawn; seconded and carried. The Jurisprudence Committee continued and stated that Resolution 3-2006 was not in conformance with the code and the Ancient Landmarks and the proposer, M.W. W. Wayne Perkins, P.G.M., moved that Resolution 3-2006 be withdrawn; seconded and carried. No deficiencies in the other resolutions were detected or noted.
The Credentials Committee gave a Preliminary report.
An invitation for the 143rd Annual Communication to be held in Reno on November12 & 13, 2007 was extended.
Officers were appointed to tally the votes on the resolutions.
Tellers were appointed for the election of the 2006-2007 Grand Officers.
Ballot for the election of the 2006-2007 Grand Officers was opened.
M. W. James S. Kraemer, Grand Master, delivered his message. It was received and referred to the Committee on Distribution. The Committee on Distribution submitted its report as to the proper committees to which the Grand Master's message should be distributed.
The meeting was called to refreshment for lunch.

The Monday afternoon session was called to order at 1:35 P.M. by W. John Freeman, Worshipful Master of Benjamin Franklin Lodge No. 45. The Grand Lodge officers entered and assumed their stations.
The Preliminary Report of the Finance Committee was presented.
Attending Worshipful Masters were assembled West of the Altar and presented to the Grand Lodge, and Grand Master Kraemer welcomed them.
The Roll of the Grand Representatives was then called. 39 were present with 3 excused. They were welcomed by Grand Master Kraemer. Dennis A. Moore, P.M., Worshipful Master of Churchill Lodge No. 26, Grand Representative of Senegal, gave the response.
V. W. Arthur K. Cronin, P.G.M., delivered the Grand Secretary's report. It was received and will be printed in the Annual Proceedings.
W. John M. Buffington, P.M gave the Grand Trustee's report. It was received and will be printed-in the Annual Proceedings.
W. Dean S. Borges, P.M., Grand Historian, gave his report. It was received and is to be printed in the Annual Proceedings.
The Grand Lodge was called from Labor to Refreshment.
The Grand Lodge was called to Order by Worshipful Brother James T. Greely, Ill, Master of Nellis Lodge No. 46. The Grand Lodge Officers were in their stations.
V. W. Michel P. Aurnague, delivered the Grand Treasurer's report. It was received and will be printed in the Annual Proceedings.
M. W. David J. Guinan, P.G.M., Grand Lecturer presented his report. It was received and will be printed in the Annual Proceedings. He then presented the Ritual and Standard Work Committee Report. It was adopted and will be printed in the Annual Proceedings.
Grand Lodge was called from Labor to Refreshment.

TUESDAY. NOVEMBER 14, 2006

Grand Lodge was called to order by Worshipful James D. Phelps, P.M., Master of Centennial Lodge No. 47.
The Grand Lodge Officers entered and assumed their stations.
Worshipful Gary L. Smith, Grand Orator, presented his oration, which was received with a standing ovation.
Grand Lodge was called from Labor to Refreshment.
Grand Lodge was called to order by Worshipful Miguel Varela, Master of Logia Hispana de Nevada No. 58.
The Final Credentials Committee Report was presented by W. John C. Singleton, P.M. A motion was made and seconded to be received and adopted. Carried.
All of the remaining Committee Reports printed or presented were received and will be printed in the Annual Proceedings.
M. W. William G. Roberts, P.G.M., gave the Final Report of the Jurisprudence Committee. Then he proceeded to present the Resolutions for the action of the Grand Lodge as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 1-2006 WITHDRAWN
RESOLUTION NO. 2-2006 REJECTED
RESOLUTION NO. 3-2006 WITHDRAWN
RESOLUTION NO. 4-2005 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION NO. 5-2006 REJECTED
RESOLUTION NO. 6-2006 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION NO. 7-2006 REJECTED
CARRY-OVER RESOLUTION NO. 4-2005 ADOPTED
A motion was made and seconded for the completed report from the Jurisprudence Committee to be received and adopted. Carried.
M.W. Kraemer declared the Ballot Box Closed.
The Final report of the Finance Committee was read and the proposed budget was presented. On motion, duly put and seconded, the proposed budget was adopted.
Worshipful Louis J. Castle, II, Master of Daylite Lodge No. 44, addressed the deficit spending within the Grand Lodge Budget. Brother Castle's company will match any donation that he makes up to $20,000.00 and he, Brother Castle, will match any unrestricted donation made to the General Fund up to $20,000.00. In other words if you donate $1,000.00 to the General Fund the General Fund will receive $3,000.00
Grand Lodge was called from Labor to Refreshment for Lunch.

Grand Lodge was called to order by Worshipful Ray Raffety, Master of Pahrump Lodge No. 54 for the afternoon session. The Grand Lodge Officers entered and assumed their stations.
The election of officers was conducted in regular form, following which the Grand Master-elect, Stanley E. Williams announced the Appointive Grand Officers. A List of Grand Lodge Officers for 2006-2007 will be found HERE.

The Grand Lodge was called from labor to refreshment until 7:00 P.M. to resume Labor for Installation of 2006-2007 Grand Officers.
M. W. James S. Kraemer, Grand Master, called the Grand Lodge to order at 7:00 P.M. and welcomed the members, relatives and friends attending the Open Installation. He then introduced the Installing team as follows:
Installing Master: M.W. Duane G. Laubach, P.G.M.,
Installing Marshal: M.W. William G. Roberts, P.G.M.
Installing Assistant Marshal: M.W. David J. Morgan, P.G.M.
Installing Secretary: M.W. Gordon F. Wessell, P.G.M.,
Installing Chaplain: M.W. W. Wayne Perkins, P.G.M.
Keeper of the Jewels: M.W. H. Wayne Kingsley, P.G.M.
The Officers as shown HERE were installed into their offices according to Ancient Craft Ceremony with prayer and proclamation.
After a final motion authorizing the Grand Master and Grand Secretary to prepare and have printed the Annual Proceedings and to pay all outstanding expenses resulting from this
Communication and with concluding remarks, the 142nd Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of Nevada was closed in Ample Form at 9:00 P.M.
A reception followed.

Fraternally,
Arthur J. Cronin, P.G.M.
Grand Secretary