We are very proud of the fact that we are the only second father son team as Imperial Potentates. Ross is married to Jessica, and they also have two children, Henry Michael and Finn Joseph. So Debby and I ran. He is shown with J. William Bickell, center, potentate of the India Temple, and Galloway Calhoun, Tyler, Texas, past . I just am very thankful for having such strong and caring parents. Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons. another Pote holds magic sway. 1887 The grandeur, festivities and tradition of Imperial Session began at this session in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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. He was elected Deputy Imperial Potentate, part of the 12-member body that helps govern the fraternal organization, on August 18, 2020. By the Imperial Session held in Washington, D.C. in 1900, there were 55,000 members and 82 Temples. 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. Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. Years Name Temple; 1967-1996: PP Henry Hester, No. weekly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. I love to listen to him speak when he's in front of a group because he speaks from the heart. 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 . The award recognizes outstanding achievement and selfless contributions to Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children. It is noteworthy that Noble Cutts subsequently became Imperial Potentate, serving as such in 1921-1922. . The wide variety of photographs accompanied stories in the newspapers. 1000 Alhambra . Junior Past Imperial PotentateMember. Nice to see you guys too. Date: June 9, 2021 To: Imperial Council of Shriners Subj: PUT YOUR WORK IN! 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. The Oklahoma Publishing Company, the parent company of many prominent Oklahoma newspapers, amassed a significant collection of photographs that span more than a century. 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. So I want you to have this. This practice continues even until the present time. 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. I've broken over 60 bones in my lifetime, but we lost count, so it's a good ballpark. A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc. And then switched over and joined my brother as his partner in a brokerage firm in downtown Chicago, where we sell commercial investment and real estate. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. The following officers were elected, selected and installed on this . I am both humbled and honored to serve for years, 2023 by The Toxic Void. Judge Myers is a member of the Florida Bar, Hillsborough County Bar (Tampa, FL), American Bar and National Bar Association. 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. Tell me a little bit about your experience with Shriners Hospitals for Children. to He and Lady Debby always have a smile when they greet people. 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. Because we want this to last for the next 100 years and the next 150 years beyond this. united for service to Temple and Shrine And most people think that you're going to quit after that and you would feel sorry for yourself. 15. The message Debby and I are trying to get across to everybody, this is not our year. 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. 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 . 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. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. My grandmother lived with us, my mother's mother, and very astute business woman. was provided by the Oklahoma Historical Society He's happy." 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 became friends, and things just clicked after a while and getting to know one another. He was Director General for the 1987 Great Lakes Shrine Association Business Session in Merrillville, Indiana. 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. There are now over 250 Constituent Temples throughout the Imperial Domain (the World), with a membership of over 13,000 and growing. Bill went on to receive his Master of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. You've met one or two Shriners in your lifetime across the country. Potentates (both past and present) are addressed as Illustrious Sir, Imperial Potentates (both past and present) and members of the Imperial Divan are addressed as Imperial Sir, while all other Shriners are addressed as Noble. Rameses Shriners shares jurisdictions in the Province of Ontario with Tunis Shriners in Ottawa Ontario and Mocha Shriners in London Ontario. 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. Imperial Potentate - five gold Pyramids Past Imperial Potentates - five silver Pyramids Fezzes with the word "Past Potentate" Or "Hon. Bill Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. Bill Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. 2239 Democrat Road 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. The family owned a Buick car dealership in Gary, Indiana, and she went off to work with my father every day. We are very proud to have had these Nobles serve as Imperial Potentate and work hard for the Shrine and Shriners Hospitals for Children. And as I call him, Little Billy, as my mother called him, Willy [Lump Lump 00:01:02]. Please find the attached elected and appointed positions. 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 . But I go to the hospital for physical therapy, surgeries, consultations. My word was law none dare gainsay, My childhood was an ideal childhood. These are the Past Potentate's (President or CEO) that have served and led WA WA Shriners. 1877 The legend of the origins of the fraternity began at the 2nd Imperial Session held at the Masonic Temple in Albany, New York. The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. 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?" 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. 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. String musicians of all levels come together for acoustic jam sessions of traditional Appalachian/Bluegrass/Americana music genres. He is shown with J. William Bickell, center, potentate of the India Temple, and Galloway Calhoun, Tyler, Texas, past Imperial Potentate and chair of the Shrine Hospitals for crippled children.". This means a lot to me. THE ILLUSTRIOUS POTENTATE. Proudly created with, Legal Disclaimer & Terms of Use and Photo Disclaimer. What's most important is that you leave them financially more secure, but you also try to grow both the hospitals and the fraternity and make them stronger. Every summer, Shriners from around the world come together for their annual business meeting, known as Imperial Session. The OHS was founded on May 27, 1893, by members of the Territorial Press Association. 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. Photograph used for a story in the Oklahoma Times newspaper. Proudly created withWix.com. My younger brother, Jim, and I went through the Blue Lodge together. as a primary source within our collections. 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. And I have a present for you. I went to Illinois State University to become a teacher. Growing up here in Ogden Dunes, we had an opportunity as a family to be together on all occasions. Geographical information about where this photograph originated or about its content. Grand Lodge of TN; . 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. 2021. That was the first hook that we really understood what mom and dad were talking about. The Imperial Potentate (or ranking Imperial officer) receives the salute. 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. 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. This is where they take all my x-rays before, after, and going into surgeries. Pleasant Lodge No. This is leading to a world-wide catastrophe. 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. And frankly, it seemed like all summer there. The story that got me the most was when my mom and dad came home and told me about a visit to a shrine hospital. If at any time one would need to reach me for questions, comments or concerns, please contact me using the above information. All other rights reserved. Prior to this, clowns were only judged by their parade performance. He sings in the choir and runs the sound system and livestreaming broadcast. Harram Temple No. 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. Baileys father, Robert B. Bailey, was Imperial Potentate in 19951996. Looking for something in the medical field, I went into medical sales, did that for a number of years. The couple have been married for 43 years and are proud to have two sons who are following the family tradition of being Shriners. Memphis, Tennessee 38132. 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 Bailey and his wife, Debby, have been happily married for 43 years and are extremely proud to have two sons, Rob Bailey and Ross Bailey, to follow the family tradition of becoming Shriners. A fee of $50 was instituted for charter of a new Temple with a $10 annual temple tax to the Imperial Council. for the first time. He sings in the choir and runs the sound system and livestreaming broadcast. And he and Bill were the closest that close could be. Baileys sons, Rob, who is married to Jackie, and Ross, who is married to Jessica, are both Shriners. It's been a while. And I want you to know, I spared no expense thinking about your college future. After months of work, research and debate, the committee concluded that there should not be just one hospital, but a network of hospitals throughout North America. 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. We're fortunate to be right here on the cusp and the south tip of Lake Michigan. It's all volunteer, and so we all pitch in and do what we need to do to make it a successful church. 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. 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. Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. 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. 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. So it's an awesome responsibility. 1962Past Imperial Potentate Harvey Beffa gave a moving report on the necessity to add burn care to the hospital systems specialties. My father saw me sworn in as Imperial Outer Guard, and I thought I was happy. Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. This site is intended to be maintained in a manner consistent with United States copyright laws. photograph, Well, I haven't known Bill as long as some of the guys in our shrine have. He has always had a smile. Descriptive information to help identify this photograph. Membership however in recent years like so many other Shrine Centers has declined quite significantly. He was very clever. 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. 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. 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. Assuming an individual is re-appointed and/or re-elected to the Divan each year, in the time it takes . Do you see me sipping on your name? We're very fortunate to have parents that were extremely involved. that the lights of Mecca may ever shine. Oh, it doesn't get any better than this. As past leaders of Hejaz Temple the advice and influence of Past Potentates carries great weight. But I'm now excited to see them grow into their roles as Imperial Potentate and the First Lady of Shriners International. By 1878, there were 425 members in 13 temples in eight states, and by 1888, there were 7,210 members in 48 temples in the United States and Canada. Absolutely. Please submit a form with your questions and well get back to you as soon as possible. Don't worry about it. Bailey and his wife, Debby, have been happily married for 43 years. The difference that the shrine had made. 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. 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.) Historical Pictures 1; Historical Pictures 2; Historical Newspaper Articles; Masonic Organizations. Greetings Nobles of theImperial Council. Unfortunately, Jim, who was the third of the Musketeers, left us a number of years ago, and has a hole in our heart, but never in our memories. I am where I am today because of his encouragement. crediting Oklahoma Historical Society. The Shiners fraternity and the fez, it means everything to me. 1917Due to the United States impending involvement in the first World War, the 43rd Imperial Session in Minneapolis, Minnesota was dedicated solely to business. Ill. Sir Robert (Bob) Keep. TheImperial Council of Shiners and DOI will assemble at the 58th National Triennial Session: Again, I thank you for your continued support. Imperial Potentate Illustrious Noble Kenith Salley Sr. Imperial Potentate A.A.O.N.M.S. Oklahoma Publishing Company Photography Collection Here are some suggestions for what to do next. Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. 38: Azure Temple: 1972-1974: PP John W. Edghill, No. 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 Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. The election of Imperial Officers and Trustees and two other proposed legislation items were done electronically. 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. Rameses Shriners has over the years had a number of notable people who became members. 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. 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. 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. Ill. Sir William (Bill) Fitzsimmons. They really taught me a lot of life lessons about dedication and thoughtfulness and thinking about others. He has also served on the Strategic Planning, Building and Equipment, Membership, Investments, Budget, Insurance, Real Estate and Natural Resources, Clinical and Basic Research Committees, and DeMolay, as well as the Shriners Children's Open. Join our mailing list to keep up-to-date on all that's happening at Shriners International. Bill Bailey is a member of Porter Lodge #137 in Valparaiso, Indiana, and a member of the Elbert H. Gary York Rite. He's always been a lot of fun. Leading us in this historic year is a Legacy Shriner, William S. "Bill" Bailey, 33, the 2021-2022 Imperial Potentate of Shriners International. I spared no expense on that. Are you interested in becoming a Shriner? I am very, very proud of him. My mom, she's so caring and wonderful. 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 . 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. And we want the ladies to encourage new nobles to come to temple, meet different clubs or units, and find their little sync. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. The building is also available for rentals and hosts a numbers of other organizations on a regular basis. Thanks for coming out to the hospital today. Fleming was elected the first imperial potentate. A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc. Shriners, and for the first time, their ladies arrived in Toronto by the hundreds on trains. Ross is married to Jessica, and they also have two children, Henry Michael and Finn Joseph. 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. Rameses rented a Lake Steamer for moonlight cruises on Lake Erie. In the lower-left corner of map below, select either the pin () or the box (). String musicians of all levels come together for acoustic jam sessions of traditional Appalachian/Bluegrass/Americana music genres. There are now over 250 Constituent Temples throughout the Imperial Domain (the World), with a membership of over 13,000 and growing. Past Potentates. And Bill's dad, Bob, was a leader during that time, and demonstrated the same consistency and genuineness and compassion that Bill shows today. And Lady Debby is fantastic. ), 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. 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. (b)At the reviewing stand during Imperial parades, temple divans will give the hand salute and must not stop to salaam. I'm not sure why she stuck through it with me, but she did. Bill and Debby are proud grandparents of Parker Rose Bailey and Henry Michael Bailey. This is the year of the noble. The entrance to our town only has one entrance because we lived in the sand dunes of Lake Michigan. Shriners and their families spent an evening at Walt Disney World and the motor corps competitions were held at Sea World. He encouraged me to become a nurse because he believes in healthcare. 2020. 23, Tampa FL - Past Potentate Mt. Just trying to put that positive spin on your day. 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