[Listserv] 'Petition for the Degrees in Freemasonry'

[Franklin Paul Norris]

Gentlemen,

Mr. David Brunelle gave me the “Petition for the Degrees in Freemasonry”
and has offered to recommend me for candidacy. Things became a little
complicated when Dave relocated to Malone, NY.  I am contacting you at
the following addresses per his suggestion:
<mszramoski at scottishrite.org> & <listserv at johnblairlodge.org>.  Attached
is a copy of the completed Petition (front and back) as ‘petition.pdf.’

I am anxious to continue in the application process. To which address
should I post the paper original?  What should I do next?

Most Sincerely,
Franklin Paul Norris
(703) 201-4185
<fpnorris at gwu.edu>
<fpnorris at comcast.net>


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-----Original Message-----
From: David Brunelle [mailto:dlbrunelle at hotmail.com]  
To: Franklin Paul Norris
Subject: RE: 'Howdy'

Paul, 
 
I'm glad to hear things are going well with the Sangha; I really miss
it.
 
In the spring I plan on starting up a BFF chapter here in my home town. 
The Buddhist Faith Fellowship is out of CT, and they help folks like me
set up mini-sanghas around the country.  Check out thier website when
you get a chance--I think they have the right approach.  They also set
up websites for their chapters. When I get mine established, I'll send
you the link.
 
I'm glad you are going to pursue the mysteries of Freemasonry. Your best
bet is to send an email to John Blair lodge using the following email
addresses: mszramoski at scottishrite.org; listserv at johnblairlodge.org. 
Just send a quick note saying that you had talked with me, and that I
was the one who gave you the petition. If you don't get a response, let
me know.  John Blair Lodge is very strong and active, and I'm sure you
will enjoy the fellowship there.
 
Cheers!
 
Dave
 

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From: norrisfp at comcast.net
To: dlbrunelle at hotmail.com
Subject: 'Howdy'
Dave!
 
Everything is fine here. The Dharma discussion group is going
strong--newcomers, everything. The Temple looks good. Leaves falling, no
snow yet. John Grimes and company are constantly working to keep the
Garden swept up. And thanks for the update from Malone. Joan King ask me
to forward ‘best wishes’ and the fact that ‘you are missed’ to you if I
got a hold of you.
 
I’m glad things are working themselves out up there.
 
Well, I returned from Madison with the blue Masonic application. It’s
all complete. What should I do with it? I could mail it to you. Or
something else . . .
 
Anyway, nice to hear from you.
 
Gasho,
Paul