Oliver Lodge # 84 Alexandria La.

Who killed Hiram? The Master Mason whose light has shone for seven thousand years, but lies dying now, without fanfare or tears.

Who killed Hiram? The Mason’s Craft that survived Pharaohs, Caesars, Khans, and Kings, whose luster is gone, save for rusty ol’ rings.

Who killed Hiram? The noble Order where Light was made real, but few of its members remember how it feels.

Who killed Hiram? The Masons have killed Hiram, they buried him in steak fries, golf outings, and watered down rites, so many that no one even thinks to go out to the lodge on meeting nights.

Who killed Hiram? The Masons did, they sleep through his lectures, his lessons, his story, yet none are quick to try to revive his glory.

Who killed Hiram? The Masons of course, by failing to see the Light through the forest.

Have you killed Hiram? Have you played a part? Have you helped silence the Master Mason’s art?

Have you killed Hiram? Is the Shrine more fun? Is paying the bills the only thing your lodge has done?

Have you killed Hiram? Do you not have the time? Is it far too hard to memorize your lines?

Have you killed Hiram? Is refreshment your thing? Is it more important to you that you get to wear a shiny gold ring?

Have you killed Hiram? Are the widow’s cries too loud? To kneel and help the orphan, are you much too proud?

Have you killed Hiram? Does lodge go too late? Is the work too hard or the task too great?

Have you killed Hiram? Is it too much to learn? Do you shun from the wisdom for which so many yearn?

Have you killed Hiram?

Brethren,

During tonight's stated communication we discussed the livelihood and future of Oliver Lodge.

At most Stated Communications, we are lucky to be able to conduct business and some times, we can't even open lodge. All due to the lack of attendance.

This is your lodge! The future of Oliver #84 is in each member's hands. It hinges on your attendance.

Your presence is desperately needed!!
your presence is desperately needed!!

Oliver Lodge # 84 Alexandria, Louisiana will be hosting a blood drive on August 16, 2025 from 8 am to 12 noon at the Masonic Lodge located at 1415 Horseshoe Dr. Alexandria, Louisiana. The drive is open to the public and all are welcome to come out and donate a pint of blood for a good cause. Thank you for your help.

Bruce Hirsch
Secretary
Oliver Lodge # 84

Join us as we present Honesty and Integrity awards Thursday, 5 June 2025.