Brother! You are behind that emblem you wear

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1957

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to the needy, in rejoicing in others’ welfare as there is beauty in the exercise of freedom — of worship, .of speech. When these are sup* pressed, beauty is suppressed; when Masons do things that suppress these essential attributes of Freemasonry, they suppress Freemasonry by themselves. Obedience to the laws of God and men, unsullied integrity, and goodwill and love to our fellowmen demonstrate wisdom, strength and beauty which are the principal supports of the temple of life. — Jose E. Racela. ---------0O0--------BROTHER! YOU ARE BEHIND THAT EMBLEM YOU WEAR Many Craftsmen carry* along Masonic emblems or insignias which may be readily seen on their coat’s lapel, or as necktie clips or on their fingers. There are, however, those who do not put on anything at all. Whatever may prompt a Craftsman to put on one around his body readily reveals his fraternal connections. It may he the simple balls with a cane, square and compass, a diamond studed Shriner’s pin, am elaborate Keystone, or a Scottish Rite ring indicative of the last degree attained. Generally, to the public and fellow-Craftsmen, the individual is a Mason. And because of such adornment in the. absence of adverse circumstances, the wearer is usually taken as trustworthy, judicious, tolerant, charitable and God-fearing. The profane as well who is not familiar with the Fraternity takes him in high esteem. An unsuspecting neighbor is in all sincerity grateful when one comes around to sympathize with his misfortune, compassionate in his miseries and restore that peace of mind, and may yet be amazed when he recognizes that the too willing helping soul is a Mason. It becomes incumbent then upon every feIIow*Craftsmau to be ever mindful of the Charges entrusted to his care that acts committed may not bring disgrace to our Venerable Institution. There is no doubt that Masonry stands above other institutions, yet it is not safe to' assume that because one belongs to it that the member is also above others of his breed. On the other hand, the behaviour of every member should be an index that reveals the prominence of the institution, as1 one goes along in his daily life. Brother! you are behind that emblem von wear. Remember the duties you owe to God and country, the duties you owe to your neighbor as well as the duties you owe to yourself and family. When you join the Fraternity you voluntarily surrender yourself — before, ?veryPage 124 THE CABLETOW thing was for you, now, all things you share with your fellowmen. ------------cOo—---------pother t'3Jf is a imnthtrful thing, A mniher: ©tlur folks rati Ui? yo« SBui crufij iHHtr ninther 3-liibt'rsla nils. JShe fuurhs fur yaw, faults afffr you, flours yon, furqiltps yim - Anything you ttttiy bo A 11b turn the only thing site eUer dues tu you <3)5 tn die and ieaue you. '/on rea. wit — As we reproduce lhe above tribute, we wish Io express our hearllelt lhanks to all who in one way or anolber condoled wilh us on lhe dealh ol our own Mother, on September 19, 1957.) IMPORTANT ANNOVNCEM ENTS 1. Beginnnig wilb lhe nexl issue, November, and lheiealier, THE CABLE TOW will include advertisement in Ils pages. Il is urged lhal lhe Brethren exlend lheir help by patronizing lhe official organ. 2. The Grand Lodge will inaugurate a Medical Clinic on November loo al lhe Plaridel Masonic Temple lor indigent Brethren and lheir families. Free examinalion and free medicine will be given to all deserving palienls. The Brelbren In ihe medical profession are giving these services voluntarily. The services slarl at 6:00 o'clock in lhe October, 1957 Page 125

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