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appointed Senior Deacon. He would serve as Worshipful Master in 1962. In Grand Lodge he was
appointed Grand Orator in 1968, then the Research and Education Committee in 1970-71. He was
appointed Grand Lecturer in 1971. Alden was elected Junior Grand Warden in 1972 and progressed
through the line, serving as Grand Master in 1975-76.

Most Worshipful Brother Jones was active in Scottish Rite in the Valley of Kelso and served for many
years as Deputy of the S.G.I.G. for the Valley of Kelso. He was coroneted a 33° Mason in 1961. He joined
Aflfi Temple of the Shrine in 1946. Our Past Grand Master also received honorary membership in six
constituent Lodges and held membership in five Masonic Clubs.

Masonry appealed to our Most Worshipful Brother on multiple levels. As an engineer, he responded to
the professionalism of Masonry in the sense of a highly trained and skilled application of the art and
science of Masonry to the affairs of life; as a world traveler, he responded to the universality of Masonry
which he discovered in the far corners of the Earth; and everywhere, he experienced the inherent
friendliness of men of goodwill; as a naturalist and outdoorsman, he discovered with delight the lessons
of Masonry in the handwriting of the Supreme Architect on the Book of Nature—examples of Truth in
the great outdoors, in the forces of Nature, in the maturing process of life, and in the harmony and good
order of physical and moral laws as constant as the points of the compass; as a student of history and
political science, he demonstrated a profound application of our historical and political heritage with its
deep roots in Masonry; and finally, as a seeker of morality and truth, he found in Masonry the deeper
meanings of life and God's purpose for Mankind.

As Grand Master, he structured his activities around certain primary commitments, such as administrative
efficiency, promotion of attendance and communication among Masons, respect for Masonic discipline,
and encouragement of the good Masonic life. He logged a remarkable record of extensive Lodge visitation,
feeling that his presence at meetings had value as an indication of his interest, support, and encouragement.
He attended more than 250 Masonic meetings during his term of office, fifteen of which were Stated
Meetings of Lodges apparently never before visited by a Grand Master.

His exemplary Masonic life, both personal and official, was a constant reminder of the dignity and high
importance of Masonry, and with a mind and heart indoctrinated with its practical wisdom and its beautiful
religious and philosophical truths. Most Worshipful Brother Jones applied his unique character and
intellect to the duties of a Grand Master with professional skill, faithful dedication, and deep personal
conviction. He passed to his eternal home on January 4, 1998.

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