The Groveport Inquisitor
Groveport Chapter
Order of DeMolay

Groveport Chapter

MC:Ryan Cowell
SC:Nathan Van Nest
JC:Pete Scott

Chapter Dad: Bruce Close
Chairman: Dan Cogley

Chapter Meetings:
2nd and 4th Monday
Groveport Masonic Temple
Groveport, Ohio

Sponsor: Groveport Lodge #240 F&AM

Ohio DeMolay

EO: C. Michael Watson
SMC: Daniel K. Rannebarger

Inquisitor Staff

Editor: Donald C. Thompson
State Chaplain
Web Publisher:
Dad Cohen

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Where's Groveport?

The Answer-- Everywhere.

On September 18th, Groveport Chapter ventured to the Old Hilliard Days Festival to sell their world-class funnelcakes. Approximately $326 were made and Groveport has officially entered its name in the hat (no Jobie comparison intended) for the State Fundraising Event Competition. The members of Groveport Chapter had the opportunity to pop-a-cap on September 25th, but due to scheduling conflicts amongst members of the Shooting Range committee, the event will be postponed to a date to be determined. Columbus Commandery #69 came for our meeting on September 27th, to display one of the drill demonstrations, which we all appreciated.

October 2nd kicked of the Halloween month with a bang. Bethel #71 threw their first annual Bethel Beau competition and several studly young men (Yes, we actually mean DeMolays) competed for the prestigious title. Seth Foley, a Past Master Councilor of Groveport, was elected as the Bethel's first beau, but the competition was very stiff and all of the competitors should be proud of their performances that evening. At Groveport Chapter's stated meeting on October 11th, an egg walk was planned and set up for the 16th, along with a trip to help work the Aladdin Shrine Haunted House later that evening. Unfortunately, due to a lack of Advisors, the events had to be cancelled. However, Groveport Chapter still plans on aiding the Aladdin Shriners on October 23rd by using our natural abilities to scare people.

If any of you young men, Advisors, or parents are looking for something to do on October 30th, you are more than welcome to attend a prospect party involving all three youth bodies at Groveport Masonic Temple. This is a great chance for everyone to bring their friends, acquaintances, significant others, or anyone else who would benefit from experiencing the fellowship of DeMolay, Job's Daughters, or Rainbow for Girls.

The first quarter of the DeMolay year is officially over and it is time for us to submit our forms for Chapter of the Year. One of the key points of Chapter of the Year is membership-- if you bring in the most members, you are pretty much a shoe-in. In fact, there is a special bonus if you bring in over four members between September and December. So, this is our big chance to shine. Let's not let it pass.

--News From Big Red--

Once again, it is my pleasure to greet two new members to our Chapter. We welcome Danny and Paul to our fraternity.

For those of you that missed the trip to the Renaissance Festival, on October 3, 1999, you certainly missed a good time. The Job's of Bethel #71 were very gracious hosts of this event. One of the things I found most interesting was the Chamber of Torture. It showed many of the devices that were used on Jacques DeMolay and his fellow Knights Templar during their imprisonment.

Remember to keep your eye out for younger boys that would fit into DeMolay. We need more of those 13 year-olds to refill our rank and to win the bet with Dan and Frenchy.

Fraternally,
Dad Close

Meet Dad Fomby

Gentlemen,
I thought this would be a good way to introduce myself to all of you. My name is Dad Ron Fomby (pronounced Fombee). All of my previous DeMolay involvement was in Illinois. I am a PMC, twice over from Lakes Chapter which is in Libertyville, a Chicago suburb. I also served two years as an appointed state officer. As an adult, I served as a Chapter Dad, and Chairman of the Advisory Council. On the state level, I was the membership advisor and served as judge at several state and regional ritual competitions. And was also the unofficial state photographer.

Throughout my DeMolay career I was fortunate enough to have been honored several times, but will resist the temptation to list the alphabet following my name. The honor I am most proud is the Medal of Appreciation. This honor was granted to me at the request of the young men in my home chapter.

While standing up at fellow Senior DeMolay's wedding in June of 1996, I met my then future wife, Laurie. I have been in Ohio for two years now after requesting a transfer from my employer, Ameritech, in August of 1997. Laurie is a Veterinarian and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at OSU. We were married in September of 1998, and are currently making our home in Grove City with Pryo and Baker, our cats, and Sweet Pea our beagle.

I am looking forward to working with you in the future and exploring the differences between Illinois and Ohio. Should you like my help, my number is 614 277-9927.

Sincerely yours,
Dad Ron Fomby

EDITOR'S NOTE: Dad Fomby is too shy to recount his accomplishments, but he holds the Chevalier, Cross of Honor, Legion of Honor and the Guild of the Leather Apron (Advisor of the year in Illinois).

October 23

Shriners Haunted House

October 30

Prospect Dance

November 8

Frank S. Land Memorial Day

Chevalier Observance

Allegiance Statement

This publication acknowledges authority to DeMolay International, of which Frank S. Land was the founder.

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