Shown below are photos of our sojourn to North Kansas City Bowl for the Shrine Bowling Tournament on Sunday, March 25th. It is a tradition that the senior member of the Divan present, open the festivities by throwing the first ball. Since our Potentate Illustrious Sir Paul Black was in attendance, the honor was bestowed upon him, naturally.

After a prayer by tournament spokesman Noble Tony Broome, those assembled joined in the Pledge of Allegiance, with colors presented by our own Legion of Honor.

Accompanying photos show the Divan attendees, Illustrious Sir Paul Black Potentate 2007, Richard M. Floyd 1st Ceremonial Master, Fred A. Troxel Marshal, and Maurice Camerlynck Outer Guard. Photos are also included of the Potentate preparing to bowl the opening, and the proud Illustrious Sir posing with the “green” that rolled the FIRST STRIKE of the day! And I’m sure there was no pressure, as the WHOLE BOWLING ALLEY waited for his swift delivery!.........................fat

 



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