1945Due to World War II, the 71st Imperial Session in Chicago, Ill. was only attended by the Imperial Divan and necessary members of various committees. Helpful links in machine-readable formats. They really taught me a lot of life lessons about dedication and thoughtfulness and thinking about others. Our Building is also home to Bokhara Court No. a digital repository hosted by the See more information on facebook More Imperial Information Be a Shriner Now SUPPORT FIRST LADY JENNIFER'S "THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER" PROGRAM TODAY Bailey and his wife, Debby, have been happily married for 43 years. 2023 Copyright - Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. Harram Temple No. 120 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. And I have a present for you. The Gateway to Oklahoma History, https://gateway.okhistory.org; Accordingly, users should not submit or post copyrighted material to this site unless the copyright owner of the material has expressly granted its prior written consent to such submission. I am both humbled and honored to serve for years 2021- 2024. 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. His judgeships have included serving as the Assistant State Attorney, 13th Judicial Circuit Courts, Criminal County Court, and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. accessed March 2, 2023), He has been hospital liaison to the Erie hospital, the Cincinnati hospital, which is now Shriners Childrens Ohio, the Houston hospital, which is now Shriners Childrens Texas, the Greenville hospital and the Shreveport hospital, and is currently serving as liaison to both the Twin Cities clinic and the Canada hospital. that the lights of Mecca may ever shine. Past Imperial Potentate" indicate that the Noble has had the honor of being named as an honorary Past Potentate, which gives him the right to vote in the Imperial Council without having actually served . Bill Bailey served as the Great Banquet Community Lay Leader from 1998-2004, which is an orderly and structured weekend designed to strengthen and renew the faith of Christians. Please note that you may also find links to our various social media platforms throughout the website, as we continually look for ways to keep you informed. Yes, I've been fortunate to know both of the Baileys. It boasts a total of 35 clubs and 12 Shrine Center Units. Dad would always, rather than telling me, how was school? Well, I hope that he continues his legacy of fun. Vice-Pres. I am both humbled and honored to serve for years, 2023 by The Toxic Void. Ill. Sir William (Bill) Fitzsimmons. 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. Rameses Shriners has over the years had a number of notable people who became members. Date: June 9, 2021 To: Imperial Council of Shriners Subj: PUT YOUR WORK IN! My father, being involved in Scottish Rite, he had told us he wants us to experience all the different branches of the Masonic family, and so we all did. Past Imperial Potentate, specified in the Constitution and General Laws under the subject of honorary degrees on pages 67-69. His dad, again, was Imperial Potentate the day I came into the shrine. Harram Temple No. Tell me a little bit about your experience with Shriners Hospitals for Children. 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. 1949President and Shriner Harry S. Truman spoke to the crowd about foreign policy at the 75th Diamond Jubilee Imperial Session in Chicago, Illinois. Ill. Sir Robert (Bob) Keep. I extend my sincere thanks to those entrusting me as the Imperial Potentate in and for these United States and Commonwealth of The Bahamas and Caribbean. Membership however in recent years like so many other Shrine Centers has declined quite significantly. 1876The first Imperial Session was held at the Masonic Hall in New York City with only 20 Nobles in attendance. It's all volunteer, and so we all pitch in and do what we need to do to make it a successful church. My grandmother had a severe scoliosis, my Uncle Jim had scoliosis, my father has a bit of scoliosis, and so it's something that we're aware of. 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. My childhood was an ideal childhood. Tell me three good things that happened to you today. 2 IMPERIAL DIVAN OFFICERS FOR 2017-2018 GARY J. BERGENSKE (Anne) Imperial Potentate Cell: 407-310-7545 Ofc: 407-875-0000 Bahia Shriners Res: 407-767-0788 Fax: 407-875-0480 Ofc: 1101 W. Kennedy Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32810 Res: 236 Flame Avenue, Maitland, Florida 32751 Email . 3 were here. Ross is married to Jessica, and they also have two children, Henry Michael and Finn Joseph. Please find the attached elected and appointed positions. Additional Shriners in the Bailey family include Baileys cousin, the Honorable Geoffrey G. Slaughter, Associate Justice of the Indiana Supreme Court, as well as his nephew, Jordan Bailey and father-in-law, Herbert Owens. Pleasant Lodge No. And Bill's dad, Bob, was a leader during that time, and demonstrated the same consistency and genuineness and compassion that Bill shows today. Over the past many years Rameses has been host to the Shrine Imperial Session. One boat made it to the coast of Atlantic City, and Shriners in full regalia waded into the ocean to help pull the boat to shore. And Lady Debby is fantastic. I've been with the organization almost three decades. All trademarks, service marks, and logos referred to or appearing on this site are the property of their respective owners. And seeing them in the shrine was always a big part of me growing up. Three hours after I was born, my brother Bill was born. This practice continues even until the present time. to So it's an awesome responsibility. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. photograph I'm very proud of my parents. Years Name Temple; 1967-1996: PP Henry Hester, No. There are now over 250 Constituent Temples throughout the Imperial Domain (the World), with a membership of over 13,000 and growing. Just trying to put that positive spin on your day. I look forward to workingas a team. First I step up onto this machine, and I will sit in here, and it circles around my head and it takes a panoramic of my whole skull. Masters degree, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky The Bailey family has a deep Shriners legacy. He was elected Deputy Imperial Potentate, part of the 12-member body that helps govern the fraternal organization, on August 18, 2020. Of Thomas A. Edison Industries Of Mcgraw-Edison Co. STRINGFELLOW, GEORGE E. / SHRINE / IMPERIAL POTENTATE / VICE-PRES. 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. Bill Bailey was born and raised in Ogden Dunes, Indiana, a small lakeside community built on the shores of Lake Michigan, where he and his wife Debby currently reside. 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. The Shiners fraternity and the fez, it means everything to me. Well, I guess I would say in having the two boys, Bill was a great example of a father. [7] A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc. Imperial officer and all past Imperial officers are addressed as "Imperial Sir." Members of the elected temple Divan are addressed by the title of their office or . He is a five-time winner of the Sales Recognition Award. Zoom and Pan the map as needed. I'm so happy for them for making it this far. 1962Past Imperial Potentate Harvey Beffa gave a moving report on the necessity to add burn care to the hospital systems specialties. Here are some suggestions for what to do next. 22, Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America, and Oronto Shrine Center No. The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. A committee was chosen to determine the site and personnel for the first Shriners Hospital. Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. In April of 1887 George S. McConkey who was the first Potentate and James Granville who was the first Recorder made the arduous trip from Toronto to New York City to make the formal request for dispensation in person to form a Shrine Center which was issued April 21st, 1887. We are very proud to have had these Nobles serve as Imperial Potentate and work hard for the Shrine and Shriners Hospitals for Children (A.E.A.O.N.M.S.) 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. People and organizations associated with either the creation of this photograph or its content. He is a member of the Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and the South Lake County Shrine Club. The OHS was founded on May 27, 1893, by members of the Territorial Press Association. The entrance to our town only has one entrance because we lived in the sand dunes of Lake Michigan. The parade alone was scheduled to run 14 hours and was said to qualify for the Guinness Book of Records. is part of the collection entitled: The names, trademarks, service marks, and logos of The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas appearing on this site may not be used in any advertising or publicity, or otherwise to indicate sponsorship of or affiliation with any product or service, without prior express written permission from The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas. 1989 The Peace Monument, donated to the city of Toronto in 1930 by the Shriners, was rededicated at a sunrise ceremony. Keep up to date with events, news, and developments with our Bill went on to receive his Master of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. Bill Bailey was born and raised in Ogden Dunes, Indiana, a small lakeside community built on the shores of Lake Michigan, where he and his wife, Debby, currently reside. He ran over my sign. At the constitution of the Temple, Past Imperial Potentate Harrison Dingman acted as Installing Officer and Imperial Recorder B. W. Rowell was the Marshal of Ceremonies. We didn't win the first year, we didn't win the second year. 15. Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. 1886 The 11th Imperial Session was held in Cleveland, Ohio, the first to be held outside of New York state. The couple have been married for 43 years and are proud to have two sons who are following the family tradition of being Shriners. 1999The Hella Shrine Band hosted a musical reenactment of the famous bubbles speech at the 125th Imperial Session in Dallas, TX. Imperial Sir Jack M. Streight - First Lady Isabel Initiated: November 3, 1945 Potentate: 1955 Imperial Potentate: 1974-1975 The Imperial Session was held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada Passed away: December 31, 2003 Imperial Sir Jack was a member of the Camel Unit P.I.P. 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. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. Other traditional events include a pageant for the incoming Imperial Potentate and the debut of the new patient success video and introduction of the National Patient Ambassadors. These are the Past Potentate's (President or CEO) that have served and led WA WA Shriners. Those are the memories that I really enjoy, is sitting down around the dinner table and recounting the days. He has always had a smile. Caption: "Top North American Shriner, Imperial Potentate George E. Stringfellow, left, East Orange, N. J., paid his official visit to India Temple here Wednesday, one of the local Shriners' highlights of the year. It has been viewed 51 times. He has served as hospital liaison to the Erie hospital, the Cincinnati hospital, which is now Shriners Childrens Ohio, the Houston hospital, which is now part of Shriners Childrens Texas, the Greenville, Shreveport and Canada hospitals, and the Twin Cities clinic. I've always admired that in Bill. 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. He served for four years on the Ogden Dunes Town Council, including as its President in 1995, and also served as Vice-President of the Ogden Dunes Home Association. 2020. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is to collect, preserve, and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. 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. Oh, it doesn't get any better than this. Prince Hall Origin - National Compact U.S.A. He was Director General for the 1987 Great Lakes Shrine Association Business Session in Merrillville, Indiana. I'm so happy to see you guys. Some of our biggest memories as a family were going down to the beach with my brother, Rob, and mom and dad, and spending all weekend there. The Baileys are just tremendous people, and you're going to hear a common theme as you talk to people about service and about their incredible empathy toward others. I think they've done a wonderful job, personally. Three hundred nobles attended a banquet that Indianapolis News said was the most elaborate ever laid in Indiana. It was followed by a procession of Shriners in fezzes and evening attire to the Scottish Rite temple. I spared no expense on that. 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. 2239 Democrat Road Memphis, Tennessee 38132. We've identified this But still, there is no adequate response from the American or global Black community. The building is also available for rentals and hosts a numbers of other organizations on a regular basis. Antioch's Past Imperial Potentates Charles A. Tad Claypool, 33 rd (2002-2003) Charles A. Tad Claypool of Beavercreek, Ohio, was elected Jr. Past Imperial Potentate of the Shrine of North America at the Shriners' 2003 annual International Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota, July 6-10. It takes a remarkable individual to obtain such a prodigious title. 1907 During the 33rd Imperial Session in Los Angeles, California a sightseeing train derailed and crashed, killing 31 and injuring 20 Nobles and their ladies, mostly from Rajah Shriners. So I've been going to the hospital in Chicago since I was two months old. 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. And most people think that you're going to quit after that and you would feel sorry for yourself. Worst of all is the passivity, neglect and disengagement of the Black community concerning the future of our Black boys. And she and I were in the same apartment complex, and I actually could see her door from my window, and just kept seeing this cute young girl. We are very proud of the fact that we are the only second father son team as Imperial Potentates. And at about age four, we moved into a suburb of Chicago Heights, just south of Chicago. Outside the Shrine, Bill Bailey has served as a Session Elder for the Ogden Dunes Community Church and is currently a Trustee of the Ogden Dunes Community Church Corporation. I couldn't imagine being raised by a better mother. And they saw a little boy sitting on the exam table, and he was wiggling his feet back and forth. 2239 Democrat Road Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. This established the ongoing tradition of bands playing in the hotels at Imperial Session. This is the year of the noble. The highpoint of the presentation was when Billy Roach, a young burn victim who was helped by the St. Louis hospital, ran out onto the stage and kicked a football into the audience. Shrine fraternity, whenever I see a Shriner, whenever I see a fez, I know that I see a man who I can rely on. [Photograph 2012.201.B1267.0393], I didn't even expect to be Imperial Potentate, but here I am, ready to go. She went to work every day. We became friends, and things just clicked after a while and getting to know one another. Questions, comments or concerns? On September 15th, 1889, Illustrious Imperial Potentate Sam Briggs, the second Imperial Potentate in the history of the Ancient Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, made a trip to Chattanooga at the solicitation of a group of Masonic Leaders interested in the establishment of a Shrine Center in Chattanooga. There are now over 250 Constituent Temples throughout the Imperial Domain (the World), with a membership of over 13,000 and growing. Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons Prince Hall Origin - National Compact U.S.A. Living Past Potentates 2017 Jimmie Phibbs Cassandra 2018 Jason H. Turner Denise 2016 Robbie Murphy Susan 2014 Barry S. Koon Fay 2011 Jimmy R. Smith Mary Jane 2015 William Ackerman Rhonda 2012 James Kennedy Shirley 2010 James Elliot Sr. Jan 2006 J.R. Hannon Brenda 2002 William Rodgers Connie 2005 George Thompson Gayle 2001 Sherwood Kaiser Rhonda Descriptive information to help identify this photograph. 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. Rameses rented a Lake Steamer for moonlight cruises on Lake Erie. Shriners Imperial Potentate | Tampa FL as a primary source within our collections. String musicians of all levels come together for acoustic jam sessions of traditional Appalachian/Bluegrass/Americana music genres. 69, Daughters of the Nile. The jurisdiction of Rameses Shriners is also quite large and covers the major part of Ontario. available in multiple sizes, descriptive and downloadable metadata available in other formats, United States - Oklahoma - Oklahoma County - Oklahoma City, /ark:/67531/metadc516577/metadata.untl.xml, /oai/?verb=GetRecord&metadataPrefix=oai_dc&identifier=info:ark/67531/metadc516577, /ark:/67531/metadc516577/metadata.mets.xml, /stats/stats.json?ark=ark:/67531/metadc516577, https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc516577/, The Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture. This is the highest level a Shriner can reach. I see that with my son running in the yard right now. This is the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Shriners Hospitals for Children and the 150th anniversary of Shriners International. another Pote holds magic sway. Jim was a terrific Mason and a terrific Shriner. Your confidence and support are truly a blessing as I embark upon this new journey to take this organization to new heights with structure, class and unity. 1887 The grandeur, festivities and tradition of Imperial Session began at this session in Indianapolis, Indiana. Are you interested in becoming a Shriner? Ross is married to Jessica, and they also have two children, Henry Michael and Finn Joseph. Don't worry about it. Bill Bailey served as the Great Banquet Community Lay Leader from 1998-2004, which is an orderly and structured weekend designed to strengthen and renew the faith of Christians. 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. 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. The family owned a Buick car dealership in Gary, Indiana, and she went off to work with my father every day. photograph, We've been very involved in the Ogden Dunes Community Church. By the Imperial Session held in Washington, D.C. in 1900, there were 55,000 members and 82 Temples. Join our mailing list to keep up-to-date on all that's happening at Shriners International. Tell us if you know the precise location of this item. You've met one or two Shriners in your lifetime across the country. embraces all of the basic fundamental concepts of the Masonic Order, but is more colorful, with a broader spectrum of visibility by the manner in which it dispenses charity in the community, and the care for its own. Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. Past Imperial Potentates The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. Past Imperial Potentates 1893 - Present * - Deceased * - Deceased LEADERSHIP Imperial Potentate Imperial Divan Imperial Elected Committees Past Imperial Potentates SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TWITTER YOUTUBE But now The Cabiri, tried and true 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. ), Inc. As a part of our growing electronic footprint, and with ever-changing technological advancements, I am proud to welcome you to the new Imperial Website for the A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc. embraces all of the basic fundamental concepts of the Masonic Order, but is more colorful, with a broader spectrum of visibility by the manner in which it dispenses charity in the community, and the care for its own. Join our mailing list to keep up-to-date on all that's happening at Shriners International. 1887 The grandeur, festivities and tradition of Imperial Session began at this session in Indianapolis, Indiana. (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc516577/: I'm not sure why she stuck through it with me, but she did. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. Many temple units which had raised funds for their trip turned them over to various war relief societies.
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