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KAABA SHRINERS Davenport, Iowa
VOLUME 3, Issue 17 Summer 2017
KAABAGRAM
Masonic Center Fish Fry
Hosted by Kaaba Shriners
and Mohassan Grotto
Friday, June 23, 2017
Masonic Center from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
511 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Davenport, IA
Cost $10.00 Adults
Children under 10 years of age $5.00
All Masons and their families and
the public are
invited to attend
and sup- port this
event.
Bridging the Gap QCA, Inc. Quad Cities Stand Down Bridging the Gap QCA, Inc. has been hosting Stand Down in the Quad Cities area for 16
years. Four years ago, they expanded their mission from one yearly Stand Down to two
a year. The Stand Down's are always held on the 3rd weekend in September and the
3rd Thursday in February.
These events serve as a one-stop shop for veterans to get resources such as housing
and job assistance. Typically, more than 30 organizations set up at the event to help
God’s blessing to each of you and your families with a sincere Prayer that this note soon reaches you all and finds
you well.
Now here are some random thoughts from your Chaplin:
Do we consider God to be our best friend?
Do we turn to God first when we are perplexed?
Do we pray and seek god for direction when we are faced with a problem?
What do we really mean when we say “we put our trust in God”? Are we willing to let Him take the reins and
guide us?
Is God ever present in our lives or do we only find him in the Bible on Sunday morning at our Church service?
Do we recognize God’s presence in all we think and say and do?
If we stopped loving the LORD today, would anyone notice?
Do we Consider God to be nearby or some far off entity?
How did we first learn about God and where do we go to find what he wants us to do?
Who is our God?
All the answers to these questions can be found in The Holy Bible, the very same book decorating our alters and in
some cases gathering dust in our homes My sincere payer for all of us is that we read God’s word regularly and
meditate on his powerful message. Our loving God gave us all the answers to how to have an abundant life while
serving Him by serving others.
Chaplain Bob
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A historic Decision
During his year as Imperial Potentate in 1919-1920, Freeland Kendrick visited every Shriners
temple in the United States. At the Imperial Session of 1920, held in Portland, Ore., Kendrick pro-
posed that the Shriners build a hospital for children.
Conservative Shriners had their doubts, both about the two dollar yearly assessment from each
Shriner, and what it would mean to assume this kind of responsibility. The prospects of the plan being
approved were fading when Noble Forrest Adair (Yaarab Shriners, Atlanta) rose to speak.
“I was lying in bed yesterday morning, about four o’clock, and some poor fellow who had
strayed from the rest of the band stood down there under the window for 25 minutes playing I’m For-
ever Blowing Bubbles.”
Adair said that when he awoke later that morning he thought again of the wandering musician.
“I wondered if there were not a deep significance in the tune that he was playing for Shriners… I’m
Forever Blowing Bubbles.”
Looking out on the assembled nobles, Adair went on. “While we have spent money for songs and
spent money for bands, it is time for the Shriners to spend money for humanity. I want to see this
thing started. Let us get rid of all the technical objections. And if there is a Shriner in North America
who objects to having paid the two dollars after he has seen the first crippled child helped, I will give
him a check back for it myself.”
Noble Adair settled himself back into his chair to the sound of thunderous applause. In that mo-
ment, the tide had turned. Although there were other speakers after him, a historic decision had al-
ready been made. The resolution was passed unanimously.
A committee was chosen to determine the site and personnel for the Shriners Hospital. After
months of work, research and debate, the committee concluded that there should not be just one hos-
pital, but a network of hospitals throughout North America.
This idea appealed to the Shriners, who liked to do things in a big and colorful way. When the
committee brought the proposal to the 1921 Imperial Session in Des Moines, Iowa, it too was passed.
First Hospital Before the June 1922 Imperial Session, the cornerstone was in place for the first Shriners Hospital for Chil-
dren in Shreveport, LA. The rules were simple: To be admitted, a child must be from a family unable to pay
for the orthopaedic treatment he or she would receive (this is no longer a requirement), be under 14 years of
age (later increased to 18) and be, in the opinion of the chief of staff, someone whose condition could be helped.
The network of orthopaedic hospitals grew as follows; Shreveport, Sept, 16, 1922; Honolulu, Jan. 2, 1923;
Twin Cities, March 12, 1923; San Francisco, June 16, 1923 (relocated to Sacramento in 1997); Portland, Jan
15, 1924; St. Louis, April 8, 1924; Spokane, Nov 15, 1924; Salt Lake City, Jan. 22, 1925; Montreal, Feb. 18,
1925; Springfield, Feb. 21, 1925; Chicago, March 20, 1926; Philadelphia, June 24, 1926; Lexington, Nov. 1
1926; Greenville, Sept. 1, 1927; Mexico City, March 10, 1945; Houston, Feb. 1, 1952; Los Angeles, Feb 25,
1952; Winnipeg, March 16, 1952 (closed Aug. 12, 1977); Erie, April 1, 1967; Tampa, Oct. 16,1985, and Sacra-
mento, Calif., April 14, 1997.
The first patient to be admitted in 1922 was a little girl with a clubfoot, who had learned to walk on the top of
her foot rather than the sole. The first child to be admitted at the Twin Cities hospital was a boy with polio.
Since that time, approximately 835,000 children have been treated at eht 22 Shriners Hospitals. Surgical tech-
niques developed in Shriners Hospitals have become standard in the orthopaedic world. Thousands of children
have been fitted with arm and leg braces and artificial limbs, most of them made at the hospitals be expert
technicians. See more at: http://www.shriners22.org/hospitals-history/#sthash.croHnGh6.dpuf
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Shriners Hospitals for Children
attains highly coveted
4-Star Charity Navigator rating Rating showcases organization’s commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility
Charity Navigator, America’s premier independent charitable organization evaluator, has
awarded Shriners Hospitals for Children with its prestigious Four Star Charity award. Such distinc-
tion recognizes Shriners Hospitals for Children for its sound fiscal management and commitment to
accountability and transparency. Only 25 percent of the evaluated charities have received the coveted 4
-star award, thus signaling that Shriners Hospitals for Children outperforms the majority of charities
in America. The Four Star rating is Charity Navigator’s highest possible rating, indicating that
Shriners Hospitals for Children adheres to best practices and executes its mission in a financially effi-
cient way.
“We are honored to have attained Charity Navigator’s highest distinction. This four star desig-
nation is so coveted because it distinguishes Shriners Hospitals for Children from more than 1.5 million
American charities,” said John McCabe, executive vice president, Shriners Hospitals for Children.
“Charity Navigator differentiates charities like ours for being an efficient and transparent organiza-
tion. This gives donors greater confidence in the charitable decisions they make.”
This is the third recognition that Shriners Hospitals for Children has received in the past year
in the philanthropy category. Shriners Hospitals for Children was ranked the 91st largest charity in the
world by The Chronicles of Philanthropy and the 53rd largest charity in the U.S. by Forbes magazine.
“Receiving this rating gives Shriners Hospitals for Children even more credibility among our
donors and displays our commitment to living our mission and helping transform the lives of as many
children as possible,” McCabe said.
Tickets are now available for the
Iowa Shrine Bowl All-Star Football Classic
Cedar Falls will host the 45th annual Iowa Shrine Bowl All-Star Football Classic on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. at the UNI-DOME on the University of Northern Iowa campus. The game will showcase 92 talented high school football players and 60 cheer squad members from around the state.
TICKETS: Pre-purchased Tickets are $10 per person and $15 per person at the gate. Tickets are available at:
Iowa Shrine Game P.O. Box 3898
Urbandale, Iowa 50323
or by emailing: Iowa Shrine Game. Children under 6 are free.
PARADE: Also, on Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m., the annual Shrine Bowl parade will be held on Main Street in Cedar Falls.
Proceeds from the Iowa Shrine Bowl support The Shriner's Hospitals for Children. The Shriner's hospitals provide medical care for children suffering from orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip and palate. To date, approximately $2 million dollars have been raised for the Shriners Hospitals, through the Iowa Shrine Bowl
3311 Hickory Garden Family Restaurant Davenport, Iowa 52806
*** Social: 5:30 pm Dinner/Meeting: 6:00 pm ***
Requirements to be a member of the Kaaba Legion of Honor Unit
(1) Need to be a Noble or a Shrine/Mason
(2) Be a Military Veteran
Interested Nobles/Veterans are welcome. We honor ourselves as Veterans and also
support our hospitals and helping the Kids.
Responsibilities: Present Colors at Kaaba meetings, North & South Shrine Bowl,
Masonic functions and other events. Participate in parades and compete with other
Shrine Legion of Honor Unit drill Teams at CSSA (Central States Shrine Association).
June 17th
August19th
October 21st
December 16th
July 15th
September 16t
November 18th
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An Illuminating Story about Who We Are as Shriners . . . I was having lunch the other
day with a couple of Shrine drivers, as I often do, and said, “You guys were here yester-
day--another patient today?” “No,” one replied, “The patient we brought yesterday had
surgery, and when her grandfather prepared to leave after surgery, the patient refused
to let him leave--he had to spend the night, she declared. But he hadn’t brought his
medicine, so we drove home and brought it back for him today.” As we continued our
luncheon conversation, a hospital social worker came to the table and said,
“The grandfather needs a change of clothes,” Without hesitation, the driver
said, “That’s fine; we’ll go get his clothes.” And they departed shortly to
make yet another trip. I think of all the slogans used by Shriners--“Having
fun - helping kids,” “We run so children can walk,” “Love to the Rescue,”
and so on. But no slogan illumines what Shriners do for kids better than
Shrine drivers, represented by the two Nobles in this story.
Shrinelines Volume XIII, NO 13 March 31,2017 A weekly update for friends of Shriners Hospitals for children — Chicago Robert Cotner, Editor
On May 13th Kaaba Shrine Spring Ceremonial
Picture on the left is the cast:
Assistant Rabban Michael Chapman, Ill. Sir Thomas Hodges David Birdsell PP
The Picture below: David Birdsell PP and the
Candidates Brian J. Huff, Justin Stein, Darrel D.
Conaway Jr., Thomas L. David, Russell L. Hoeper,
Travino L. Porter
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”IN MEMORY OF OUR DEPARTED BROTHER NOBLES”
When Allah calls, then our friends obey and fold their tents and steal away. To the land where the crystal
waters flow, where the Beautiful Palms of Allah grow.
Life is a story in volumes three, the past, the present, the yet to be. The first we’ve written and laid away, the second we’re
reading day by day, The third and last of the volumes three, is locked from sight .
God keepeth the key.
DALE HERMAN RICKERT, THURSDAY MARCH 23, 2017
Dale Herman Rickert, of 4412 West Estrella, Tampa, FL., formerly of Wapello, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2017, at Tampa General Hospital, after a short hospitalization. He had been spending the winter in Tampa, FL, with family. Dale operated a farm in rural Louisa County. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, and Kaaba Shrine He was preceded in death by his Lady Esther Jamison Rickert
CARL HENRY RAUCH JR., THURSDAY MARCH 30, 2017
Carl Henry Rauch Jr., of 3505 English Glen Avenue, Marion, formerly of Davenport, suddenly passed away in his sleep on March 30, 2017, at his home. Carl was a member of Trinity Lodge 208 A.F. & A.M., Mohassan Grotto, Kaaba Shrine Temple, Royal Order of Jesters, Knights of Pythias. Carl was preceded in death by his Lady Leona Marie Rauch.
ALLEN LEE HUTTIG, SUNDAY APRIL 9, 2017 Allen Lee Huttig of 1310 Parkway Drive, Bettendorf, passed away at his home in Bettendorf. Allen was a member of Kaaba Shrine, a 50-year member of the Roosevelt Masonic Lodge, Allen was preceded in death by his lady Rita Huttig.
DEAN W. WRIGHT, TUESDAY MAY 2, 2017
Dean W. Wright, 1601 New Era Road, Carbondale, IL formerly of Cedar Falls, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at home, He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Cedar Falls and Fort Dodge American Legion for over 50 years. He was also a member of the Kaaba Temple Shrine in Davenport, Iowa
IVAN LEROY "IKE" COCHRAN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 2017
Ivan “Ike” Leroy Cochran, 2000 Crestline Drive, Muscatine, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at his home after a long courageous battle with multiple myeloma. Ivan proudly served his country in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne overseas in Korea and Japan. He was a Fire Fighter for 29 years and retired as the Fire Marshal. Ivan was a member of the Kaaba Shrine. Surviving Lady Marilyn Cochran.
DELMAR D. DUDGEON, SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2017
Delmar D. Dudgeon, 206 Brookview Lane, Durant and formerly of Blue Grass, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2017 at his home. He was a member of the Wilton Masonic Lodge 167, AF & AM, for more than 50 years, where he served as chaplain and past Master. He was also a member of the Mohassan Grotto where he was chaplain, treasurer, monarch and trustee. He was a member of the Mod-el T Club for 12 years, serving as treasurer for nine years. He was a member of the Louisa County Shrine Club, the High 12 Club in Davenport, the Buffalo Bill Shrine Club and a 40-year member of the KAABA Shrine in Davenport. Surviving Lady of more than 67 years, Ann Dudgeon
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KAABA SHRINERS PETITION
TO THE POTENTATE, OFFICERS & NOBLES, DAVENPORT, IOWA
The new medical center is part of Shriners Hospitals for Children, the world-renowned 22-
location health care system, which specializes in pediatric specialty care, innovative research and
outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals.
The new medical center, dedicated on April 13, 2017 with the Imperial Divan, California
Grand Lodge officers, Hospital Board of Governors, Dignitaries and other guests in attendance is
located at 909 S. Fair Oaks Avenue in Pasadena, California, between Alessandro Street and Hurl-
but Avenue, adjacent to Huntington Hospital. The location enhances the new collaboration between
Shriners for Children Medical Center and Huntington Hospital.
The medical center occupies 74,800 square feet on two acres and will have two ambulatory sur-
gery rooms and six PACU (post anesthesia care unit) suites, 20 outpatient clinic examination rooms,
three fitting rooms for prosthetics and orthotics, as well as onsite radiology, child life, pharmacy
and care coordination departments. The most notable difference between the current hospital and
the new medical center is the absence of onsite inpatient surgical services and the enhancement of
rehabilitation and pre and post-operative services. This collaboration with Huntington Hospital will
allow Shriners for Children Medical Center surgeons to operate on patients using the operating
rooms of Pasadena’s premier health care institution. The new center has been created to meet the
rigorous demands of the rapidly changing health care industry and the need for our specialized ser-
vices in the San Gabriel Valley, the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area, Southern California,
Arizona, New Mexico, and Southern Nevada.
This new Medical Center is out fitted with a new $900,000 EOS Imaging System technology
that uses 91 percent less radiation than traditional X-rays. Many of the children we care for require
multiple series of X-rays during their treatment here. Research shows that the radiation from re-
peated X-rays increases the child’s risk factor for cancer later in life The EOS Imaging System will
greatly reduce this risk to our patients. Not only is it the safest imaging system available, it also pro-
duces the highest quality images for use in diagnosis. EOS provides 2D and 3D images that can be
obtained while the patient is sitting or standing, with no repositioning required. Not having to repo-
sition the patient greatly reduces the length of scanning time and stress on the child.
Fred Bernhardt
PP Board of Governors
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IOWA SHRINE GAME
Matt Cuss [email protected] Apr 11, 2017 Shrine Game gives Connell chance to perform on 'big stage' Less than two months from earning his high school diploma, Tristan Connell has not decided where he'll attend college in the fall. Connell, a student at Clinton Prince of Peace, knows football is in his future. A Class 4A second team all-state placekicker by the Iowa Newspaper Association this past fall, Connell is one of five players from the Quad-Cities area selected to play in this year's Iowa Shrine All-Star Football Classic on July 29 at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls."I'm excited to be out on the big stage," Connell said after Tuesday's media day at the Kaaba Shriners in Davenport. "It will be an opportunity to showcase my talent and see exactly how my progress has paid off." Bettendorf defensive tackle Cameron Maxfield, Davenport Assumption offensive lineman Justin Wright, Muscatine tailback Al-phonso Soko and North Scott receiver/safety Cole Rollinger join Connell on the South squad in the 45th annual event. The game generates funds for The Shriner's Hospital for Children. It has raised more than a $2.2 million since its inception. Players report a week before the game. They spend several days practicing, living in dormitories and building friendships. They also have a day where they interact with children from a Shriner Hospital. "My dad and I have talked about that a lot, and it really changes your perspective on a lot of things," Rollinger said. "I'm looking forward to that." Maxfield has been a three-year starter for the Bulldogs. He'll continue his career at Grand View University in Des Moines. "This will be a great chance to get used to living in dorms, being coached differently opposed to how I've been coached the past three years," Maxfield said. "It is one last chance to represent my school, my teammates." Wright is signed to play at Morningside College in Sioux City, another perennial NAIA program. The 6-foot-3 and 305-pound tackle was a first team all-state choice in Class 3A this past fall. With Morningside graduating several linemen, Wright said there could be an opportunity for immediate playing time. "This game will help adjusting to playing higher-level competition," Wright said. "In college ball, you're playing all-stagers and the best players in the state every week. It gives Soko a chance to get acclimated to his new home. The two-time all-state tailback signed with Northern Iowa earlier this winter after rushing for 2,103 yards the past two seasons. a chance to get acclimated to his new home. The two-time all-state tail-back signed with Northern Iowa earlier this winter after rushing for 2,103 yards the past two seasons. "This is pretty big," he said. "I want to have fun, make a good impact and represent UNI football well." Rollinger was a late addition to the roster. He was at home playing video games recently when North Scott coach Kevin Tippet called him and asked if he was interested in participating. A week after the contest, Rollinger is expected to report for fall camp at Northwest Missouri State, the Division II national champions."It'll be a good jump-start to the life we're going to be introduced to," Rollinger said, "with two-a-days, full pads, in dorms, no air conditioning. It'll be exciting to play with everyone around the state that you see or read about on Twitter." Connell spent his first 2 1/2 years of high school at Camanche before transferring to Prince of Peace. He made a big impact for the River Kings this past season with his leg. Connell converted 47 of 52 point-after attempts, 5 of 6 field goals and 46 of his 66 kickoffs resulted in touchbacks. Connell's brother, Seth, kicked at Camanche. And other than some guidance from coaches Tony DeSousa and Arnie Fitzwater, Connell has taught himself. "Leg strength is definitely my biggest asset," Connell said. "The biggest reward to me is watching the ball go through the uprights and knowing the time and practice paid off." Connell has narrowed his college choice to three Iowa Conference schools — Central, Coe and Wartburg. Besides his kicking exploits, he's been a volunteer fire-fighter in Camanche the past couple of years. "It means a lot I was recognized and nominated by my coach," Connell said. "I feel I've made a difference in my community, and
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