Keep up to date with events, news, and developments with our Pleasant Lodge No. Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons Prince Hall Origin - National Compact U.S.A. And frankly, it seemed like all summer there. Just trying to put that positive spin on your day. Descriptive information to help identify this photograph. So Debby and I ran. 1962Past Imperial Potentate Harvey Beffa gave a moving report on the necessity to add burn care to the hospital systems specialties. He was elected Deputy Imperial Potentate, part of the 12-member body that helps govern the fraternal organization, on August 18, 2020. During the week-long event, held in a different host city each year, members meet to discuss and vote on business matters of Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children. my slightest wish, supreme my sway, Prior to this, clowns were only judged by their parade performance. He was an English-Australian professional wrestler as well as a professional wrestling commentator, best remembered as being a major wrestling attraction in the 1950s and 60s winning many championships in both Canada and the US. (A.E.A.O.N.M.S.) At Christmas time, he gave me this great big package with lots of boxes inside. This moving speech was given by Forrest Adair at the 1920 Imperial Session and it persuaded the representatives to pass legislation to create the hospital system. HWrC?&SwI$*x2,o@>
Z`0Ee[t/`is3W7ir}e--7.5AfRo o" 9x{va:Eh2Gwa. The Shiners fraternity and the fez, it means everything to me. From where we live, you can actually see downtown Chicago. As past leaders of Hejaz Temple the advice and influence of Past Potentates carries great weight. This is to certify that Temple No. Thank you very much. I look forward to workingas a team. As a member of the Board of Directors, Bailey has served as Chairman of Marketing and Communications, Donor Relations, Hospital Operations, Temple Officers Educational Seminars and Temple Procedures. This site will be your one-stop-shop for all things A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc., and I encourage you to visit us often. And so after graduating from the University of Evansville, where I got my undergraduate degree, I also went to the University of Kentucky and got my master's in zoology. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. At the 2005 Imperial Session in Baltimore, Maryland, Bailey was awarded the Imperial Potentates Award of Merit the highest honor in the fraternity. The Gateway to Oklahoma History, https://gateway.okhistory.org; (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc516577/: Rameses rented a Lake Steamer for moonlight cruises on Lake Erie. That's what they deserve, that they could go play. Bill Bailey is an Emeritus Member of the Iowa Corporation and an emeritus member of the Board of Governors of Shriners Hospitals for Children Chicago. united for service to Temple and Shrine Shriner passionately shares his love for being a Shriner to man sitting next to him on plane, who turned out not to be such a stranger after all. 1918During the 44th Imperial Session in Atlantic City, New Jersey, a German submarine took over a passenger steamer and ordered all aboard onto small boats. Howard University School of Law, Washington D.C. Howard University, Washington, D.C., BA Political Science and English. 13, Past Master HRAM, R&SM, Knight Templar, KYCH Bay City Elks, I.B.P.O.E.W, Past Exalted Ruler Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. - Past Polemarch Education/Military Service Howard University School of Law, Washington D.C. Proudly created with, Legal Disclaimer & Terms of Use and Photo Disclaimer. [Photograph 2012.201.B1267.0393], I'm so happy for them for making it this far. Imperial Potentate Honorable Eric Myers, Ret. It's been a while. Sam Briggs of Al Koran Shriners was elected Imperial Potentate, only the second in the organization's history. Yes, I've been fortunate to know both of the Baileys. The family owned a Buick car dealership in Gary, Indiana, and she went off to work with my father every day. Rameses Shriners was formed in 1888. If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the . We're fortunate to be right here on the cusp and the south tip of Lake Michigan. Mailing Address I'm not sure why she stuck through it with me, but she did. Rameses Shriners is presently in its third home located at 124 Queens Plate Dr. in Toronto and our new Shrine Centre was officially opened August 15th 2015. I see that with my son running in the yard right now. Oasis of Desert of by a two-thirds favorable vote of those present and voting at a regular meeting of the Temple on approved the petition for . You've met one or two Shriners in your lifetime across the country. I know I see a guy who is amazing, who has done so much for me, and who is willing to do anything for me. The resolution was passed amidst tremendous cheering. 3 were here. I couldn't imagine being raised by a better mother. The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas reserves the right to remove any link from this site for any or no reason. I was a man of high estate William S. "Bill" Bailey, 33, the 2021-2022 Imperial Potentate of Shriners International, and his father, Robert B. Bailey, 33, Past Imperial Potentate of Shriners International in 1995-1996, are only the second father and son to serve as Imperial Potentates of Shriners International. Date: June 9, 2021 To: Imperial Council of Shriners Subj: PUT YOUR WORK IN! My grandmother lived with us, my mother's mother, and very astute business woman. The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas website may include links providing direct access to other Internet sites. William S. Bill Bailey, 33, the 2021-2022 Imperial Potentate of Shriners International and his father, Robert B. Bailey, 33, Past Imperial Potentate of Shriners International in 1995-1996, are only the second father and son to serve as Imperial Potentates of Shriners International. The fraternity also hosts a variety of fun events including aparade and unit competitions. The costumes and jewels of the Imperial and subordinate officers were prescribed, and each temple was required to adopt an Arabian or Egyptian name. For 29 years, Bailey served on the Imperial Marshals Aide Committee, and for 16 of those years, he served as a Vice-Chairman of the Imperial Marshals Staff. I am both humbled and honored to serve for years 2021- 2024. Dr. Walter M. Fleming was appointed the Grand Imperial Potentate and he, along with three other members, formed the Imperial Grand Council of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine for the United States of America. Bill is a strong leader and has been involved with many appendant bodies, and showing the leadership skills, always a smile. The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. He's always been a lot of fun. It is noteworthy that Noble Cutts subsequently became Imperial Potentate, serving as such in 1921-1922. . This is the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Shriners Hospitals for Children and the 150th anniversary of Shriners International. Masters degree, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky 1999The Hella Shrine Band hosted a musical reenactment of the famous bubbles speech at the 125th Imperial Session in Dallas, TX. Bill received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Evansville in Indiana and is the third generation in his family to graduate from the university. This means a lot to me. The difference that the shrine had made. He has also served on the Strategic Planning, Building & Equipment, Membership, Investments, Budget, Insurance, Real Estate & Natural Resources, Clinical & Basic Research Committees, and DeMolay, as well as the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. I love to listen to him speak when he's in front of a group because he speaks from the heart. 1949President and Shriner Harry S. Truman spoke to the crowd about foreign policy at the 75th Diamond Jubilee Imperial Session in Chicago, Illinois. There's only 690 homes in the entire town. All are vitalpositions which should be executed to your best ability. IN his Annual Address to the Imperial Council Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine for North America, at its Fortieth Annual Session, held in the city of Atlanta, Georgia, in 1914, the Imperial Potentate, Illustrious Noble William W. Irwin, made the following recommendation and suggestion: "That the Imperial Council should authorize the publi cation of a complete and . Absolutely. Bill Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. Shriner passionately shares his love for being a Shriner to man sitting next to him on plane, who turned out not to be such a stranger after all. I hope to become a Shriner later on in life. And you think about what they don't have. It was at this meeting that a group of men were endowed with rights and privileges to advance the Order of the Mystic Shrine and create subordinate Temples. another Pote holds magic sway. October 29, 1958; Dates and time periods associated with this photograph. In 1989 Illustrious Sir Peter Rhodes was appointed Director General, and this was, at the time expected to be the largest Imperial session in history with no less than 100,000 Shriners expected to attendance. And so I think the hospital system, above all, is in my dad's forethought constantly. to whom all lesser lights salaam, crediting Oklahoma Historical Society. He has also served on the Strategic Planning, Building & Equipment, Membership, Investments, Budget, Insurance, Real Estate & Natural Resources, Clinical & Basic Research Committees, and DeMolay, as well as the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. I am both humbled and honored to serve for years, 2023 by The Toxic Void. This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Potentate. He is a member of the Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and the South Lake County Shrine Club. Over many years Rameses Shriners has been an active supporter of Shriners Hospitals for Children having members on the Boards of Governors of both Montreal and Erie. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. One Noble in particular who was Potentate in 1968 was Athol Layton who was better known by his ring name Lord Athol Layton. This During the history of our Shrine Center Rameses has had 3 Nobles who have served the office of Imperial Potentate, Harry A. Collins 1905-06, Morley E. MacKenzie 1943-44, and George A. Mitchell 2010-11. as a primary source within our collections. 1876The first Imperial Session was held at the Masonic Hall in New York City with only 20 Nobles in attendance. All images, text, and other materials posted on this site are subject to copyrights owned by The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas or other. October 29, 1958. And I think that Shriners are dedicated, they're passionate, and I think that my dad is above and beyond. Questions, comments or concerns? He serves as Sovereign of the Red Cross of Constantine, is a member of the Indiana College of Rosicrucians 8th grade and is a member of DeMolay International, which recently awarded him the DeMolay Legion of Honor. Three hours after I was born, my brother Bill was born. And if you don't have one, encourage your husband to form a new group. OF THOMAS A. EDISON INDUSTRIES OF MCGRAW-EDISON CO. / NEW JERSEY, Business, Economics and Finance - Journalism, 1 2021. As a member of the Board of Directors, Bill Bailey has served as Chairman of Marketing & Communications, Donor Relations, Hospital Operations, Temple Officers Educational Seminars and Temple Procedures. THE ILLUSTRIOUS POTENTATE. This is the year of the noble. I was born in Chicago. And Bill's dad, Bob, was a leader during that time, and demonstrated the same consistency and genuineness and compassion that Bill shows today. Rob Bailey is married to Jackie, and they have two children, Parker Rose and Beau Owens. The jurisdiction of Rameses Shriners is also quite large and covers the major part of Ontario. Of Thomas A. Edison Industries Of Mcgraw-Edison Co. STRINGFELLOW, GEORGE E. / SHRINE / IMPERIAL POTENTATE / VICE-PRES. Imperial Potentate - five gold Pyramids Past Imperial Potentates - five silver Pyramids Fezzes with the word "Past Potentate" Or "Hon. I bring you Greetings as the 45th Imperial Potentate of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and its Jurisdictions (A.E.A.O.N.M.S. He ran over my sign. %PDF-1.4
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Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. Bill Bailey and his wife, Debby, have been happily married for 44 years and are extremely proud to have two sons, Rob Bailey and Ross Bailey, to follow the family tradition of becoming Shriners. Mailing Address Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. So it's an awesome responsibility. And then seven years after my birth, my brother James was born. I didn't even expect to be Imperial Potentate, but here I am, ready to go. In the lower-left corner of map below, select either the pin () or the box (). I spared no expense on that. Assuming an individual is re-appointed and/or re-elected to the Divan each year, in the time it takes . He serves as Sovereign of the Red Cross of Constantine, is a member of the Indiana College of Rosicrucians 8th grade and is a member of DeMolay International, which recently awarded him the DeMolay Legion of Honor. We do little while the future lives of 1886 The 11th Imperial Session was held in Cleveland, Ohio, the first to be held outside of New York state. individuals or entities and are protected by the United States copyright laws. Master Mason, Porter Lodge #137, Valparaiso, Indiana, 1984, Potentate, Orak Shriners, Michigan City, Indiana, 2009, Director General, Great Lakes Shrine Association Business Session, Merrillville, Indiana, 1987, Member, Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and South Lake County Shrine Club, 33rd Degree, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of South Bend, Past Commander in Chief, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of South Bend, Member, Elbert H. Gary Chapter 139 Chapter RAM, Elbert H. Gary Council #103 Council R&SM and Elbert H. Gary Commandery #37 of Knights Templar (York Rite), Class 7 Member (Senior DeMolay), DeMolay International, Imperial Potentates Award of Merit, 2005, Emeritus member, Board of Governors of Shriners Hospitals for Children Chicago, Member, Imperial Marshals Aide Committee, 29 years, Vice Chairman, Imperial Marshals Staff, 16 years, Past Chairman, Donor Relations, Temple Procedures, Budget, Hospital Operations, Leadership Educational Seminars committees, and others, Past Vice Chairman, Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, Membership and Marketing & Communication committees, Member, Strategic Planning, Building & Equipment, Budget, Investments, Insurance, Clinical & Basic Research, Masonic Relations committees, and others. Helpful links in machine-readable formats. But still, there is no adequate response from the American or global Black community. The election of Imperial Officers and Trustees and two other proposed legislation items were done electronically. 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