The North Carolina Mason

July/August 2018 The North Carolina Mason Page 11 TravelinG the tar heel state SWANSBORO – Members of Seaside #429 and other friends of WB David Holland were on hand recently to dedicate a wheel chair ramp at WB David's home in Stella. The ramp was built by the broth- ers and friends in the photograph. The ramp had to be completed before medical personnel would allow WB David to return home from rehab after a lawn mower accident. Many hours and much love went into the construction. Pictured on the ramp are WB David Holland (front seated), and MWB Leonard Safrit, a longtime friend. Other family members, friends and brother Masons who assisted are pictured. DENTON – Tractors as far as the eye could see headed out for a ride recently as part of the 48th annual Southeast Old Thresher's Reunion at Denton Farmpark. The tractor parade Grand Marshal this year was Grand Master Speed Hallman, who rode with Denton #404 WB Tim Loflin. This year's ride raised about $15,000 to benefit the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford. The Denton Farmpark has a campground and 32 Masons, including 17 PMs, camped there this year. Masons have been camping there 40 years. Photos by Brother Larr y Frank of Denton #404 Rainbow Girls brightly shine at Grand Assembly RALEIGH – Fun costumes, beautiful music, words of wisdom and the fellowship of friends marks the 81st North Carolina Grand Assembly of the Inter- national Order of the Rainbow for Girls. The order was created in 1922 for young women whose fathers were members of a Masonic Lodge, and their friends. Their main focus is more on the spiritual principles of being a kind and caring person. While the Rain- bow practices and programs continue to evolve, the basic teachings of faith, hope, and charity remain a cornerstone of the group. Today, there are more than 850 assemblies across the world that have bimonthly meetings and carry out service projects during the year. Young women ages 11-20 are welcome.

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