[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10258]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




         CONGRATULATING THE WEST VIEW MASONIC LODGE NUMBER 103

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                            HON. JASON SMITH

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 5, 2016

  Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
West View Masonic Lodge No. 103 for its 150th anniversary. Chartered on 
June 2, 1866, the West View Lodge has served the Millersville, MO area 
and has stood as a symbol for brotherly love, relief, and truth for one 
hundred and fifty years.
  As a branch of the world's oldest fraternal organization, the Ancient 
Free and Accepted Masons of Missouri has over 36,000 members who work 
hard to serve and improve their communities. The millions of freemasons 
worldwide comprise various bodies, including the Shriners, Order of the 
Eastern Star, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, and nearly 30 others. These 
philanthropic groups donate over sixty million dollars to their 
communities each month.
  As a result of its efforts and passion for service to the 
Millersville community, the West View Masonic Lodge No. 103 has helped 
countless citizens throughout the years. I'm proud of their 
achievements thus far, and I look forward to seeing the ongoing fruits 
of their mission. For the special place it holds in the hearts and 
lives of many in the community, it is my pleasure to recognize the 
150th anniversary of the West View Masonic Lodge No. 103 before the 
House of Representatives.

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