November/December 2015 The North Carolina Mason Page 7
CONCORD — Grand Master Doug Caudle vis-
ited Morningside Retirement Community August 1.
He was there to present Cannon Memorial 626's Fred
Ernest Harrington his Veteran's Emblem for 50 years
Masonic membership. Seen here, from left, are Caudle,
Harrington, and Harrington's daughter. — Mack Sigmon
By Steven Campbell
What we do echoes through the ages. For three
centuries, Masonic history has been ongoing in North
America. e foundation of Masonry in North Caro-
lina is a strong one. We have not the strength in num-
bers as in days past. We are not quite what we once
were, yet we are strong in will and will not yield to the
detractors presented us. We must endeavor to keep the
flame of Freemasonry aglow to light the way for those
who follow us…
Have story, will travel
Following is a list of presentations being offered by
Grand Historian Steven Campbell. Each presentation
is 30–50 minutes and may be complemented with a
film clip. For scheduling, contact Campbell at (910)
439-4994 or .
• Washington at War — At 21 his military career
began as a British Colonial officer. In 20 years, George
Washington would lead our new nation to victory, es-
tablishing the independence of the United States.
• GMW: An Enduring Union ~ George & Martha
Washington — In 1759, a 40 year marriage between
The Grand Historian's Courier Case
Historian: "…a student or writer of history"
two British subjects would begin and they would usher
in the birth of our Nation.
• Delivery Upon the Delaware — Follow George
Washington as he leads the fledgling US Army across
the Delaware River into the battle which would save
our revolution.
• A Mason's Martha — Whilst much is known of
our first president, far too little is recalled of our na-
tion's first first lady. Learn more of her life as Washing-
ton's wife and confidant.
• Memories of Montgomery — A brief report on
one of America's first generals and the namesake of
Montgomery County, NC.
• A Field in Belgium — For nearly two decades the
Napoleonic Wars raged across Europe. Escaping im-
prisonment in 1815, Napoleon's 100-day reign would
end upon the field of Waterloo.
• A Mission in Texas — e time is 1836 — the
place is Texas. "Remember the Alamo" and the men in
this nation-building 19th century conflict.
• Delivering and Receiving the Charge — Gettys-
burg — After a dynamic 1863 victory at Chancellors-
ville, VA, R. E. Lee advanced into Pennsylvania. At a
small crossroads town, the fate of both the Union and
the Confederacy hung in the balance.
• e Roughest Rider — Born into wealth, a sickly
eodore Roosevelt lived life to its fullest, becoming a
hunter, cowboy, and US marshal. As former assistant
secretary of the US Navy, he helped raise the "Rough
Riders."
• Beyond the Big Stick — Returning home from
war in Cuba, Col. Roosevelt was elected governor of
NY, vice-president, and, at the age of 42, the young-
est man ever to become president. Learn more of his
impact on the world.
• Life & Times of William F. Cody ~ "Buffalo Bill"
— William Frederick Cody's feats as a scout, hunter,
and showman enamored the nation and the world.
• e Human Factor & How Human Nature Im-
pacts History — Witness how life altering experiences
impact each of us through the examples presented in
the lives of several well-known Americans.
Grand Historian Steven Campbell is a member of
Blackmer 127.
WILMINGTON — It's family membership sea-
son here. During their July 18 Past Masters Degree,
Saint Johns 1 made two third generation Masons. They
raised Camden Nye (son of Frank Nye and grandson
of Larry Brown) and Lee Taylor (son of Tim Taylor of
Thomas M. Holt 492 and grandson of Ed Becton of
King Solomon 704). They are seen in the top photo
with Nye's family on the left and Taylor's family on
the right. A week later, July 25, Ashlar 765 helped out
by raising Avery Rackley (another grandson of Larry
Brown). Avery, Larry, and Camden are seen, left to
right, in the lower photo. — Terry Kuhn
LEXINGTON — On October 22, Lexington-Me-
morial 473 had a rare pleasure. They raised to Master
Mason a father and son in the same communication.
Gerald Moyle, the senior member of the family, was
raised first so he could have the privilege of raising his
son Jeffrey Moyle. Seen here, from left, are 473 Mas-
ter Harvey Fulbright who presided for most of the
ceremony, Jeffrey Moyle, Gerald Moyle, and Secretary
Thomas Jolly Jr. who performed the long form, second
section of the degree. — Thomas Jolly
CLAYTON — Granite 191 Tyler Randy Jeffcoat,
on August 29, had the privilege of raising his son Randy
Jeffcoat Jr. to Master Mason. That makes the younger
Jeffcoat a third generation Mason. — Randy Jeffcoat
MOCKSVILLE — Henry Manchester (Chester)
James received his Diamond Jubilee on September 1.
That's when Mocksville 134 celebrated his 60 years
as a Mason. Seen here, from left, are Senior Steward
Rosie James (James's grand-nephew), Chester James,
Senior Deacon Taylor Slye, and Mocksville Master
James Goforth. — Henry Bruce
