From the East Finally, SWL 283 have pull off another successful golf fund raising event, more than we have expected, last September 23, 2017 at Chula Vista Golf Course. On behalf of the Officers and Members of SWL 283, thank you for continuing support, for playing and for sponsoring a hole. As we have announced, that the proceeds will be use for the construction of the propose Gazebo. We are excited to report that this project is good to go as National City Planning Department has approved the propose plan for the Gazebo.

168th Annual Communication, October 13-15, 2017 @ San Francisco Three hundred years ago, foundations were laid that would inspire and unite generations of gentlemen - foundations that continue to be built upon today. Important as ever, the Annual Communication serves as a way to unite, both in spirit and purpose. It's an opportunity to learn to be a better leader for your lodge; to recognize the accomplishments of our peers; to salute the grand master and welcome the new one. It's a time to honor the bonds formed between brothers. But during this 300th year of Freemasonry, it's different. It's your once-in-a-lifetime chance to truly celebrate all of it-to reflect on the last 300 years as you look to the future. Make plans to join in the celebration today. Here's to year 301st !!!

Should Right Worshipful Bruce R. Galloway, Deputy Grand Master, be elected and installed as Grand Master at Annual Communication it will be his distinct honor to appoint Worshipful Brother Nathaniel M. Torres, member by appellation to South West Lodge No. 283, to serve as Junior Grand Deacon for the ensuing Masonic year. Right Worshipful Bruce R. Galloway said that he has been singled out for his dedication to our Craft, and it is his belief he will prove to be a true leader, not only in our Lodge, but on the state level as well. Let us be very proud of him being the one to represent SWL No. 283 to bring fraternal greetings when traveling throughout California during his term.

Schedule of 168th Annual Communication: Friday, October 13 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Business Sessions, California Masonic Memorial Temple (CMMT) Auditorium Saturday, October 14 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Business Sessions, CMMT Auditorium 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Lunch Break 1:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Business Sessions, CMMT Auditorium 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Ladies and Family Event: Beach Blanket Babylon (shuttle provided) 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 300th Anniversary Gala, Fairmont Hotel Sunday, October 15 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Public Ceremonies 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Installation of Officers 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Reception

Upon the Square, Percival "Percy" Tiu, Worshipful Master

South West Lodge No. 283 Trestleboard 1140 B Avenue, National City, CA 91950

TEL : (619) 477 – 4488; EMAIL: swl283@sbcglobal.net; Website: http://lodge283.wpfreemason.net

STATED MEETING: First Thursday of each month; 730PM

2017 SOUTH WEST LODGE OFFICERS

MASTER…………………………………….PERCIVAL E. TIU (GRACE)

SENIOR WARDEN………RAYMUND M. MADRIAGA (Fatima)

JUNIOR WARDEN………GODFREY D. CATBAGAN (LORRAINE)

TREASURER……………………….CLARITO A. DE VERA (CONNIE)

SECRETARY……………………...JACOB V. BORILLO, PM (LINDA)

ASSISTANT SECRETARY……….…ALAN I. AMBITO, PM (LYNN)

SENIOR DEACON…………………….…RICARDO J. TOLENTINO,Jr.

JUNIOR DEACON………….…LYNNNYRD G. DELAPAZ (GEREL)

CHAPLAIN…………………………………MARIO S. DUMPIT (CORA)

MARSHAL……………………………………….IKE M. KHAN (CRISTY)

SENIOR STEWARD………………………………..ROLDAN C. MARZO

JUNIOR STEWARD………………..……….EDGARDO M. SARNE, Jr.

TILER………………………………VITTORIO J. CHIONG (MARIBETH)

OFFICERS COACH……………….CLARITO A. DE VERA (CONNIE)

Asst. OFFICER’S COACH…….Daniel O. PEPA, PM (Evangeline)

935th DISTRICT INSPECTOR…. Romulo DE VERA, PM (Lorna)

SOUTH WEST MASONIC TEMPLE CORPORATION PRESIDENT……………………….. DIOSDADO S. LALLANA (LYDIA) VICE-PRESIDENT.………......GODFREY CATBAGAN (LORRAINE) SECRETARY……………………………....RICARDO J. TOLENTINO, Jr. TREASURER …………………........................WILFREDO ABALOS BOARD MEMBERS………………………………….. Artemio T. PACO Eliodoro M. CALACSAN Thomas S. FREESTONE

Edison SINGSON Andy T. PADILLA

Roldan MARZO RENTAL MANAGER………………………Wilfredo M. ROCAMORA Tel: (619) 200-6993 BUILDING MANAGER……………….............. Oscar R. CORDERO

Volume 130, Issue 10 LODGE NEWSLETTER OCTOBER 2017

SOUTH WEST LODGE TRESTLEBOARD OCTOBER 2017 PAGE 2 OF 4

From the West Brethren, I like to report to you that last month (September 2017) stated meeting dinner was outstanding which

was prepared by our Sister Reina wife of our Junior Warden who was not in attendance because of military duties and with

the help of lodge members who volunteered their time and efforts the dinner was a great success. I also like to commend

Brother Willie Francia for his volunteerism who brought a delicious food for everyone to partake. I do always appreciate

Sister Reina for her commendable efforts who always made sure that the lodge refreshment is always provided even though

taking care of two very active young boys, she is always perform the task of the Junior Warden preparing refreshment for

everyone to partake.

The month of September has past and gone quickly due to the busy schedules of training candidates and

advancing them to the next degrees including 2017 Mason of the Year award ceremony and Grand Master of California,

Most Worshipful John Heisner reception. This event is now a lodge annual ceremony and was fully supported by lodge

members and everyone enjoyed it especially the Grand Master’s inspirational speech. In addition to the schedules, the

Masons4Mitts a fundraising event was also held in PETCO park a game of the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondback

which was attended by number of masons in San Diego and the proceeds will benefit the unfortunate youngsters who can’t afford to own a mitt. This is an

annual event hosted by the Grand Lodge of California and I encourage everyone to participate and share, help the unfortunate kids of San Diego.

South West Lodge also hosted a golf fundraising to help out in financing the lodge patio which will enhance the rental capacity of the lodge. At

present the project is in early stage (plans, permits and drawings approved by the city) and hope that it will continue to go through. With the tireless and

commendable efforts of Worshipful Ed Yaptangco, made sure that the refreshment was properly prepared, the golf fundraising was a huge success.

As the aspiring Master for the incoming masonic year, it is my desire to perform in the best of my ability and it will be a great honor to serve the

lodge in that capacity.

Lastly the California Masons Annual Communication will be conducted on October 13, 14, and 15 – where the California Masonic Code will be

updated and the ensuing masonic year Grand Lodge of California Officers will be installed – and the Lodge pillars will be attending. This is also open to all

master masons and everyone is invited to attend at you own freewill and accord.

On the Level, Raymund Madriaga, Senior Warden

From the South A good portion of September; many of our active duty Navy Chiefs (including myself) had our hands

full with Fiscal Year 18’s Chief Induction which is also referred as CPO365 Phase II. The purpose of this

Naval tradition includes congratulating, welcoming, inspiring, improving, instilling trust and motivating the

chief selects, while simultaneously teaching leadership, building “esprit de corps”, promoting unity, building

teamwork and occasionally having some fun in the process. Chief Selects join group physical fitness

routines, read and train about our naval heritage and participate in core values discussions, civic and

community projects and various leadership and teamwork training efforts.

You’re probably wondering why I am discussing this on my trestleboard and how it’s even

relatable? Well let me explain… During my induction (FY15), I discovered there WERE similarities within

both Fraternities: Freemasonry and the CPO Mess. A perfect example is the letters “U.S.N.” on our Gold

Anchors. Many assume it stands for “United States Navy” but surprisingly it doesn’t. These letters actually

have a more noble and glorious meaning which we learn during our season:

The "U" stands for Unity, which reminds us of cooperation, maintaining harmony and continuity of purpose and action.

The "S" stands for Service, which reminds us of service to our God, our fellow man and our Navy. The "N" stands for

Navigation, which reminds us to keep ourselves on a true course so that we may walk upright before God and man in

our transactions with all mankind, but especially with our fellow Chiefs. Now after reading what U.S.N. actually stands

for, you immediately realize it directly mirrors what the Plumb, Square, and Level means to us. “ The Plumb admonishes us to walk uprightly, in our several stations, before God and man; squaring our actions by the

Square of virtue; and ever remembering that we are traveling upon the Level of time, to that undiscovered country, from whose bourne

no travelers return.”

I am very proud to be part of both organizations: Freemasonry and The Chief’s Mess. Both have a strong sense of tradition, a

personal moral code and a sense of duty which I will continuously uphold.

By the Plumb, Godfrey D. Catbagan, Junior WardenF AGE 3 OF 4

SOUTH WEST LODGE TRESTLEBOARD OCTOBER 2017 PAGE 3 OF 4

Justin L. Fauver 2-Oct

Eutiquiano S. Pineda, Jr. 2-Oct

Nestor L. Hernandez 5-Oct

Daniel F. Galgana 6-Oct

Fitzherbert S. Santos 6-Oct

Octavio B Castillo 6-Oct

Marcos M. Minas 7-Oct

Alexander C. Manzano 8-Oct

Ricardo L. Reyes 8-Oct

Gene J Slaugh 8-Oct

Edgardo C. Felix 9-Oct

Thomas S. Freestone 9-Oct

Hector M. Cantua 11-Oct

Rodney E Hewitt 11-Oct

Sherwin W Childers 12-Oct

Wilmario T. Damatan 12-Oct

Pacifico T. Deynata, Jr. 14-Oct

Rany S. Navarra 15-Oct

Ricardo J. Tolentino, Jr. 15-Oct

Julio C. Guzman 15-Oct

Yong s. Choi 16-Oct

Florentino O. Victa 16-Oct

Salvador Lopez 17-Oct

Roland E Bowman 18-Oct

Jose Ferdinand A. Tapaoan 19-Oct

Orlando R. Edilloran 21-Oct

J. Luisito B. Santos 21-Oct

Oliver L. Fernandez 22-Oct

Redentor D. Delfierro 23-Oct

Melanio R. Diaz, Jr. 23-Oct

Arvin J. Montehermoso 23-Oct

Arcangel D. Castro 24-Oct

Vicente A. Diaz, Jr. 24-Oct

Nathaniel M. Torres 24-Oct

Michael Liganor 25-Oct

Jimmie V Bolin 25-Oct

Jude S. Cabrera 26-Oct

Reynaldo R. Devera 26-Oct

Frumencio F. Henson 26-Oct

Reynaldo I. Medina 29-Oct

Dwight C. Almero 30-Oct

Lyle C. Fraley, Jr. 31-Oct

~ SECRETARY’S CORNER ~

Brethren, DUES PAYMENT – for 2018 is

equal to $78.00 – checks address to

South West Lodge No. 283.

Mail to: South West Lodge No 283

PO Box 283

National City, CA 91951-0283

Drop by the lodge on Wednesday or Thursday at

600PM – or call Secretary- (619) 315-1664.

ENTERED APPRENTICE MASONS PROFICIENCY

Bro. Jonnel Isla September 13, 2017

Bro. Rocelino Castro Spetember 13, 2017

Bro. Jose Monday September 13, 2017

Bro. Jesse Merced September 20, 2017

Bro. Ronald Banci September 20, 2017

FELLOWCRAFT MASONS

Bro. Vince Culas September 28, 2017

Bro. Diosdao Cayabyab September 28, 2017

MASTER MASON

Bro. Lyle Garcia September 14, 2017

CALIFORNIA MASONIC CODE

MEMBERSHIP AND COMMUNICATIONS

§403.000. PREREQUISITE TO MEMBERSHIP IN GRAND LODGE.

Each member of Grand Lodge must be a member in good standing of a chartered

and duly constituted Lodge in this Jurisdiction (other than a Research Lodge or a

Historic Lodge). If such membership ceases, membership in Grand Lodge shall

cease.

[Amended: 2010; 2015.] [Source: Section 240 of the 1991 California Masonic

Code.]

§403.005. ELECTED LODGE REPRESENTATIVES.

Each chartered and duly constituted Lodge in this Jurisdiction (other than a

Research Lodge, a Historic Lodge or the Grand Master’s Lodge) may elect a member

thereof to represent it at the next Annual or Special Communication in the event that

neither the Master nor either of the Wardens can be present at such Communication.

Such election shall be by ballot at a Stated Meeting or at a Special Meeting of the

Lodge called for that purpose, by a majority of the members present and voting.

[Amended: 2015.] [Source: Section 250 of the 1991 California Masonic Code.]

§403.010. ANNUAL COMMUNICATION.

An Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge shall be convened for the transaction

of business in the City and County of San Francisco commencing at a time and on a

day within 20 days before or after the second Monday in October, as selected and

announced by the Grand Master. The Grand Master shall cause the Grand

Secretary to send notice of the date and time of the opening of an Annual

Communication by first class mail to each officer and committee member of the

Grand Lodge and each Constituent Lodge not less than one year in advance of the

first day of the Annual Communication. [Amended: 2010.] [Source: Section 410 of

the 1991 California Masonic Code.]

SOUTH WEST LODGE NO. 283 POST OFFICE BOX 283

NATIONAL CITY, CA 91951-0283

TEL: 619-477-4488

Email: swl283@sbcglobal.net

Website: http://lodge283.wpfreemason.net

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

DATED MATERIAL

OCTOBER 2017

SOUTH WEST LODGE NO. 283

MONTHLY SCHEDULE OCTOBER 2017 PERCIVAL “PERCY” TIU

(MASTER)

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1

2 3 4

630PM-Fellowcraft Degree

Conferral-Bro. Romy

Corrales, Daniel Onate,

Ferdinand Lacurom

5 630PM-Stated Meeting

Dinner

730PM-Stated Meeting

6 7

8

9 700PM-Jobs

Daughter Meeting

10 11 630PM-Third Degree

Conferral-Bro.Armin Poquiz

12

DARK

Preparation for ANCOM

13 700PM-Demolay

meeting

2017 ANCOM

14

2017 ANCOM

15

2017 ANCOM

16

17

18 700PM-Practice,

Proficiency Exam, or

Degree Conferral

19 630PM- Degree

Conferral TBA

20

21

22

23

700PM-Jobs

Daughters Meeting

24

630PM_DOSI,DOM

@ CVL626,Stated

meetin,Election,flag

presentation

25

630PM-Practice,

Proficiency Exam, or

Degree Conferral TBA

26 630PM-Degree Conferral

TBA

27 700PM-Demolay

meeting

28

29

30 31

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