Past Imperial Potentate, specified in the Constitution and General Laws under the subject of honorary degrees on pages 67-69. Shriners, and for the first time, their ladies arrived in Toronto by the hundreds on trains. Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. 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. You've met one or two Shriners in your lifetime across the country. He is a member of the Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and the South Lake County Shrine Club. Dad would always, rather than telling me, how was school? The costumes and jewels of the Imperial and subordinate officers were prescribed, and each temple was required to adopt an Arabian or Egyptian name. weekly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. Rob Bailey is married to Jackie, and they have two children, Parker Rose and Beau Owens. Just trying to put that positive spin on your day. 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. Pleasant Lodge No. We're fortunate to be right here on the cusp and the south tip of Lake Michigan. They really taught me a lot of life lessons about dedication and thoughtfulness and thinking about others. Masters degree, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky Assuming an individual is re-appointed and/or re-elected to the Divan each year, in the time it takes . I went to Illinois State University to become a teacher. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. Three hours after I was born, my brother Bill was born. Those are the memories that I really enjoy, is sitting down around the dinner table and recounting the days. We are very proud of the fact that we are the only second father son team as Imperial Potentates. Tell me a little bit about your experience with Shriners Hospitals for Children. I had to quit being sorry for myself. I've been with the organization almost three decades. Absolutely. Memphis, Tennessee 38132. The message Debby and I are trying to get across to everybody, this is not our year. (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc516577/: He's well organized. Rameses rented a Lake Steamer for moonlight cruises on Lake Erie. My father made sure that we understood that he probably didn't want us in the car business, but he wanted us to follow our own path and discover what we want to do best. I spared no expense on that. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. crediting Oklahoma Historical Society. photograph The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas takes no responsibility for the content or information contained on those other sites, and does not exert any editorial, monitoring, or other control over those other sites and therefore does not assume any liability for those sites, their content or their privacy practices. This is the highest level a Shriner can reach. was provided by the Oklahoma Historical Society Join our mailing list to keep up-to-date on all that's happening at Shriners International. 3 were here. Looking for something in the medical field, I went into medical sales, did that for a number of years. And as I call him, Little Billy, as my mother called him, Willy [Lump Lump 00:01:02]. Sorry. Historical Pictures 1; Historical Pictures 2; Historical Newspaper Articles; Masonic Organizations. As a single wrestler he drew large crowds particularly in Toronto against Whipper Bill Watson and The Sheik He passed away unexpectedly January 18th 1984. But still, there is no adequate response from the American or global Black community. 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. And then Jim went on to become president of the Great Lakes Shrine Association and was president in 2009, the same time that I was Potentate of Orak Shrine in 2009. Follow the links below to find similar items on the Gateway. Imperial Sir Kenneth W. Smith - First Lady Shirley Initiated: May 17, 1963 a Potentate or the Imperial Potentate is referred to as the First Lady. 2020In response to the cancellation of the 146th Imperial Session in Kansas City, a virtual Special Session of Shriners International and Special Meeting of Shriners Hospitals for Children was held. Rameses II was an outstanding builder, who, during his reign as Pharaoh of Egypt, caused to be built the twin cities Rameses and Pilthum. These children, we just want them to be children. 1966Against the wishes of the Secret Service, both President Lyndon B. Johnson and Vice President H. Hubert Humphrey and their wives appeared together with the Shrine leadership at the 92nd Imperial Session in Washington, D.C. 1972At the 98th Imperial Session in Dallas, Texas, the first stand-alone clown competition was held. That was the first hook that we really understood what mom and dad were talking about. 69, Daughters of the Nile. That's what they deserve, that they could go play. 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. It was my junior year in college that I moved off campus and moved into an apartment complex. Together with his father, Robert B. Bailey, 33, Imperial Potentate of Shriners International in 1995-1996, they are only the second father and son to serve as Imperial Potentates. 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. It boasts a total of 35 clubs and 12 Shrine Center Units. 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. In attendance of our Nobility Celebration, GM, MW, Ron Mitchum & Lady Sue, GT, Jack Morrow & Lady Sammy, & GS, Gerald Carver & Lady Sue. 23, Tampa FL Past Potentate, Bay City Elks, I.B.P.O.E.W, Past Exalted Ruler, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Past Polemarch. Bailey was born and raised in Ogden Dunes, Indiana, a small community on the shores of Lake Michigan, where he and his wife, First Lady Debby, still reside. And then seven years after my birth, my brother James was born. 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 . my slightest wish, supreme my sway, could see no future in the job. 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. the exclusive use of the Imperial Potentate, Imperial officers, Past Imperial officers, and such guests as invited by the Imperial Potentate. This is where they take all my x-rays before, after, and going into surgeries. The officers elected were Walter M. Fleming, Potentate; Charles T. McClenachan, Chief Rabban; John A. Moore, Assistant Rabban; Edward Eddy, High Priest and Prophet; George W. Millar, Oriental Guide; James S. Chappel, Treasurer; William S. Paterson, Recorder; and Oswald M. d'Aubigne, Captain of the Guard. We're very fortunate to have parents that were extremely involved. These are the Past Potentate's (President or CEO) that have served and led WA WA Shriners. I look forward to workingas a team. 38: Azure Temple: 1972-1974: PP John W. Edghill, No. The Shrine Center name Rameses was well chosen. I think my father is going to leave behind a legacy of dedication. Researchers, educators, and students may find this photograph useful in their work. another Pote holds magic sway. 2021. Are you interested in becoming a Shriner? Bailey is an emeritus member of the Iowa Corporation and an emeritus member of the Board of Governors of Shriners Children's Chicago. Our Building is also home to Bokhara Court No. What has the Shrine fraternity meant to you? For 29 years, Bill Bailey was proud to serve on the Imperial Marshals Aide Committee, and for 16 of those years, he served as a Vice-Chairman of the Imperial Marshals Staff. 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. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. 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. He is shown with J. William Bickell, center, potentate of the India Temple, and Galloway Calhoun, Tyler, Texas, past . October 29, 1958; The following officers were elected, selected and installed on this . The office of Potentate is an elected position which typically changes each year. Bill went on to receive his Master of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. 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 1877 The legend of the origins of the fraternity began at the 2nd Imperial Session held at the Masonic Temple in Albany, New York. 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. Just the look on your face alone tells me exactly what you think of this present. 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. Grand Master, MW Brother, Ron C. Mitchum, DGM, Steven Hames, SW, Tommy Watson, GT, Jack Morrow, & GS, Gerald Carver were all in attendance of the annual business meeting. Thanks for coming out to the hospital today. Prince Hall Origin - National Compact U.S.A. Oh, it doesn't get any better than this. 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. This is leading to a world-wide catastrophe. Rameses Shriners continued to work hard on membership and in 1979 had a membership of over 6000 Nobles. And then one day, I went to the Divan of Orak Shrine and I said, "What would you think if we ran for the Imperial line?" Photograph used for a story in the Oklahoma Times newspaper. Zoom and Pan the map as needed. And you think about what they don't have. I am both humbled and honored to serve for years, 2023 by The Toxic Void. Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. Many temple units which had raised funds for their trip turned them over to various war relief societies. Proudly created with, Legal Disclaimer & Terms of Use and Photo Disclaimer. The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas cannot and does not guarantee or warrant that files available for downloading from the website will be free of infection or viruses, worms, Trojan horses, or other code that manifest contaminating or destructive properties. Well, I guess I would say in having the two boys, Bill was a great example of a father. And I have a present for you. At the spring ceremonial of 1908, no less than 210 candidates crossed the Hot Sands. as a primary source within our collections. And they could tell that he was a double amputee. 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. OF THOMAS A. EDISON INDUSTRIES OF MCGRAW-EDISON CO. / NEW JERSEY, Business, Economics and Finance - Journalism, 1 So I want you to have this. String musicians of all levels come together for acoustic jam sessions of traditional Appalachian/Bluegrass/Americana music genres. 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. Prior to this, clowns were only judged by their parade performance. 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. See more information on facebook More Imperial Information Be a Shriner Now SUPPORT FIRST LADY JENNIFER'S "THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER" PROGRAM TODAY Past Potentates. He is a five-time winner of the Sales Recognition Award. The Gateway to Oklahoma History, https://gateway.okhistory.org; 2239 Democrat Road In the lower-left corner of map below, select either the pin () or the box (). We want to do as much as we can to raise membership and let people know the fun and fellowship that there is within the shrine. 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. Oklahoma Publishing Company Photography Collection 1886 The 11th Imperial Session was held in Cleveland, Ohio, the first to be held outside of New York state. He is a member of the Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and the South Lake County Shrine Club. 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. I just am very thankful for having such strong and caring parents. 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 was very thrilled when I opened it up and found an engagement ring in it. Rameses Shriners was formed in 1888. I don't know if that's in the near future, I don't know if that's in a couple years, but I want to be a Shriner when I grow up. Fleming was elected the first imperial potentate. The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. But now The Cabiri, tried and true String musicians of all levels come together for acoustic jam sessions of traditional Appalachian/Bluegrass/Americana music genres. The OHS was founded on May 27, 1893, by members of the Territorial Press Association. We've identified this As past leaders of Hejaz Temple the advice and influence of Past Potentates carries great weight. 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. 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. He has always had a smile. Over the past many years Rameses has been host to the Shrine Imperial Session. Tell me three good things that happened to you today. 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. And if you don't have one, encourage your husband to form a new group. Proudly created withWix.com. In addition to ensuring that our remarkable histories are remembered and honored this year, Imperial Sir Bailey will also emphasize increasing membership in the fraternity, and continue to remind every Shriner to share their story with family, friends, co-workers and neighbors, and encourage them to become part of this amazing brother-hood which does so much to improve both communities and the lives of children and families. 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. to 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. He ran over my sign. Bailey is vice president of investments for Marcus and Millichap, where he sells commercial investment real estate. The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. Past Potentate all, not raw nor new, 2023 by The Toxic Void. And I feel that the Shriner's International will be very blessed to have him as their leader and Debby as their First Lady. I'm so happy to see you guys. We've been very involved in the Ogden Dunes Community Church. He is a five-time winner of the Sales Recognition Award. A committee was chosen to determine the site and personnel for the first Shriners Hospital. Rameses Shriners shares jurisdictions in the Province of Ontario with Tunis Shriners in Ottawa Ontario and Mocha Shriners in London Ontario. 1900 At the 26th Imperial Session in Washington, D.C., an Arabic band marched Imperial Potentate John H. Atwood to the headquarters hotel where they proceeded to play for hours in the lobby. Unique identifying numbers for this photograph in the Gateway or other systems. This photograph, 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 . 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. 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. They are just about serving others, helping others, and sharing their faith with others. 22, Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America, and Oronto Shrine Center No. Actual Past Imperial Potentates (by seniority lowest to highest) Elected Imperial Council officers (lowest to highest in rank) The Illustrious Commandress (Deputy for Desert if Joint Desert Ball) The Illustrious Potentate (Deputy of the Desert if Joint Desert Ball) 1887 The grandeur, festivities and tradition of Imperial Session began at this session in Indianapolis, Indiana. 1920-21 At the 46th Imperial Session in Portland, Oregon, Past Imperial Potentate Freeland Kendrick proposed that the Shriners build a hospital for children. All are vitalpositions which should be executed to your best ability. Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons Prince Hall Origin - National Compact U.S.A. At the 2005 Imperial Session in Baltimore, Maryland, Imperial Sir Bailey was awarded the Imperial Potentates Award of Merit the highest honor in the fraternity. Their willingness, not only willingness, but it's almost a drive for them to serve other people. 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. 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. The award recognizes outstanding achievement and selfless contributions to Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children. 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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. But behind each good man, is a lady. 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. Howard University School of Law, Washington D.C. Howard University, Washington, D.C., BA Political Science and English. 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. Potentate, three-time winner of the Welsh Champion Hurdle (1997-1999) St. Ambrose's term for a Power in Christian angelology. respected, honored and obeyed, But he comes from a long line, a legacy of Imperial Potentates. The existence of any particular link is simply intended to imply potential interest to users of this site. Each titlein the Shrineis derived from Arabic tradition, and each has its own set of defined duties and responsibilities. I suffer from osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease. THE ILLUSTRIOUS POTENTATE. Grand Lodge of TN; . My mom, she's so caring and wonderful. Geographical information about where this photograph originated or about its content. It was quite an experience to be able to inherit his passion and his vision of helping children and helping the fraternity to be better than what it was in his day. And they saw a little boy sitting on the exam table, and he was wiggling his feet back and forth. His whole family, his dad, Bob, his brother, Jim, were always so dedicated to the shrine and the shrine cause, the philanthropy of the hospital. It takes a remarkable individual to obtain such a prodigious title. It is important to remember that the strength of the fraternity directly impacts the philanthropy. I was born in Chicago. photograph Bill is a strong leader and has been involved with many appendant bodies, and showing the leadership skills, always a smile. Yes, I've been fortunate to know both of the Baileys. 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. This is the year of the noble. She went to work every day. that the lights of Mecca may ever shine. It's a long journey. 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. This practice continues even until the present time. 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