January 7, 1920, committee report on charges against Brother Schwake were moved and carried that he be expelled from the organization. 

Official Circular #55 from Grand Lodge calling for a January referendum to be voted on by the members on: 

• proposed changes to constitution
• the equalizing of single and married men paying the same per capita
• dues on the strike roll
• new proposed Grand Lodge insurance
• increasing all Grand Lodge salaries

Discussion regarding the seating of Victor Berger came up upon motion a committee was appointed to draw up resolutions to send to Senators and Representatives of this state protesting against the action taken by those bodies. 

January 16, 1920, Official Circular #58 calling the members attention to the $1.00 assessment in effect beginning January and six months thereafter. Brother Nickerson spoke on the present labor condition and the benefit of the $1.00 assessment. 

Brother Verhager, Vice President Steel Workers, spoke on conditions at Gary in the steel industry. A motion carried to donate $50.00. 

Brother Kugler proposition asking Lodge to get some form of a pamphlet or leaflet to be issued monthly stating what the Relief Committee is doing for its members. Motion was lost. Motion carried that this proposition placed in the hand of the Trustees. 

February 6, 1920, communication from Brother Tucker calling members attention to Article 6, Section 6, Page 64 of our Constitution, which provides for a lower rate of dues for members who belong to some other union besides our own was read and upon motion was referred to the Trustees for recommendation at next meeting.  

Copy of communication by Brother Nickerson from Baltimore as for 500 Marine pipe fitters and plumbers was read.  

Communication from Wisconsin State Federation of Labor calling the members attention to the amendment to be voted on by the people at the April election increasing the salaries of the legislators in Madison. The situation was outlined and explained by Brothers and members instructed to vote in favor of the amendment. 

February 20, 1920, committee from Ladies Auxiliary Lodge 103, International Association of Machinists, addressed the Lodge regarding card party to held and asked members to support by purchasing tickets; upon motion ladies allowed to pass around Lodge to sell tickets.  

Communication for Federated Trades Council asking for financial help for starving women and children in Vienna, Austria. Upon motion Lodge voted a donation of $50.00.  

Communication from Waukesha Lodge 470 and upon motion Lodge purchased promissory note of $1.00 sent to us to help finance Lodge. 

March 5, 1920, communication for Grand Lodge Secretary Treasurer Davison informing us of the tabulation of the January referendum: 

• losing of proposition increasing salaries of Grand Lodge Officers.
• passed the proposition to establish insurance
• giving single men the same strike benefit as married men
• hold the convention in September

Communication from Socialist Campaign Committee and motion carried to donate $50.00.  

Communications from Wisconsin State Federation of Labor regarding paper makers strike at Port Edwards since June 21, 1919 and motion carried to donate $30.00. 

A resolution presented by Brother Tucker protesting against those peace time sedition laws was read and adopted by Lodge, copies to be sent to all Congressman and Senators 

Communications from Secretary of District 10 requesting members to vote on proposed amending salary of Business Agent from $150 to $175 per month beginning July 1st. Upon motion lodge voted: 85 yes and 9 no. 

Brother Donavan of Lodge 68, San Francisco, gave a very interesting and lengthy talk upon the conditions as they exist on the Pacific Coast their fight for the past year and the hunger which is facing them now. Lodge after considering Brother Donavan talk voted a donation of $300.00 towards the strike fund. 

March 19, 1920, communication from General Executive Board relative to establishing and putting in effect of a uniform initiation and reinstatement fee in Local Lodges connected with the steel industry so as to put them all on the same basis. 

Brother Seely of Waterloo Iowa Machinist Lodge spoke regarding strike and condition where upon the Lodge donated $100.00.  

Business Agent Friedrick spoke on organizing work going on and asking members to give support. 

April 2, 1920, communications from Automobile, Aircraft and Vehicle Workers of American regarding strike here and injunction served on them, and the hasty need of finances was read. Motion carried to donate $5.00. 

Communications from Socialist Party urging members to get out and vote on election day.  

Communications from Wisconsin State Federation of Labor urging support of LaFolette Delegates. After a discussion motion carried that we support only candidates of the Socialist Party.  

Communication from Continental Reality Company informing us of our increase of rent from $250 to $450 per year. 

April 16, 1920, communication from Freedom League regarding amnesty for political prisoners was read.  

Discussion arose regarding building our own labor temple and a motion carried that a committee be appointed to look into this proposition. 

May 7, 1920, Brother Joe Klein spoke on the needs of Socialist in the legislature in Madison and what the Socialist have done. 

May 21, 1920, Official Circular #61 from Grand Lodge informing Lodge 66 of the appointment of Organizer J.A. Taylor to take charge of the branch of  industry pertaining to the erecting and installing of machinery which comes under our jurisdiction and asking the cooperation of the Business Agent Organizer and the officers.  

Communication from Socialist Branch 22nd Ward stating that the manager of the Ueil Averall Laundry supported and gave the use of his automobile to the opponent of a union man running for alderman, thereby helping to defeat him and is declared unfair to organized labor. 

Communications from Lodge 113, Chicago Tool Makers, calling our attention to the new wage scale of $1.25 per hour they are trying to enforce. The employers are trying to flood the city with tool makers by advertising for same and they are asking our cooperation by staying away from Chicago until matters are settled. 

Communications from World War Veterans asking for the names and addresses of members of our Local who were in service so the can get in touch with them to have then join their organization which has been endorsed by the Wisconsin Leader, Federation of Labor, and Federated Trades Council. 

June 4, 1920, communications from Lodge 284, Oakland, CA, asking for donation to keep their 9 month strike going, but Lodge has already made several donations.  

Communication from Machinist Publishing referring to Machinist Blue Book to be ready about July 1 for a member at $3.00 each.  

Communication from Wisconsin State Conference Board asking Lodge 66 to affiliate with Board and carry on a state information bureau with the different Locals, motion carried to affiliate.  

Communication from Maude McCrury asking Lodge to purchase bonds to help further the workings of the Federated Press. Motion carried to purchase $200.00 worth of bonds.  

Lodge voted to have a labor day parade this year. 

June 18, 1920, communications from Buffalo Lodge calling attention to strikes at Lake Erie Boiler Works, Woeff Bros, Kellogg Products Co., J.P. Devise Co., Curtiss Aeroglass Co. and Areil Iron Works, and asking members to stay away from Buffalo. 

Communications from District 9 asking Lodge to instruct delegates going to convention to support plan for a universal move in the entire jurisdiction for an 8 hour day and a minimum rate of wages. 

Communication from District 27, Cincinnati, calling attention to the strike of 8,000 men and asking the Lodge's cooperation and financial aid; motion carried to donate $25.00. 

Communications from District Secretary noting referendum to amend the District By-laws; 'in addition to the regular per capita tax, a tax of $.50 for each new member or reinstated Journeyman or Specialist shall be paid to the District Lodge'. 

July 2, 1920, communications from Electrical Workers Union asking for a donation of $1.00 to help fight the open shop at Rochester, N.Y., motion carried to donate same.  

Communications from Lodge 284, Oakland, thanking us for our donations and stating they had won their strike of 9 months.  

Request from Lodge 66 Financial Secretary Tucker to increase his salary was granted; to $175.00 per month. 

Auditing committee made report of the Secretary Treasurer books for year of 1919. Total value of Lodge 66 at the ending of year 1919 was $12,857.40. 

July 16, 1920, communications from Cigar Makers Union asking support of strike and asking for donation, motion carried to donate $50.00.  

Brother Friedrick gave talk on organization, instructed members to support new committee and begin work of organizing. 

Discussion regarding pamphlets that are being distributed by American Constitutional League and its effect on organized labor.  

August 6, 1920, communications from Molders Local 79, Kenosha stating that castings made by Arnison Foundry were scab made since members there are on strike and members of Lodge 66 to be on the look out.  

Minutes of State Conference of Machinist held at La Crosse were put on file. 

Communications from the Metal Trades Council that they had hired a band for Labor Day for an estimated cost of $48.00. Half will be paid by the council and the other half by other crafts each paying an equal share. Members asked to march in the parade. 

August 20, 1920, communications from Eau Claire Lodge 173 stating the McDonough & Ploecuir Mfg. Co men are on strike, machinists to stay away. 

September 3, 1920, communications from Lodge 673, Winston Salem, N.C. were on strike at R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co, manufacturers of the Camel Cigarettes, Prince Albert, etc, and declared then unfair to organized labor. 

Brother Linch of Racine spoke regarding strike at Racine and the need of finances, also that they were giving away an automobile to the lucky winner and asked the Lodge to sell 40 books of automobile tickets in order to raise finances. Motion carried Lodge purchase these books of automobile tickets and sell among members. 

Motion carried to advance $300.00 to the delegates to the National Convention. 

September 17, 1920, communications from Tom Mooney Defense League asking support of new monthly paper know as the Tom Mooney Monthly by subscription and by voluntary donations. Motion married that the Lodge donate $2.00. 

Communications from Socialist Party asking financial support towards upcoming campaign. Motion carried to donate $50.00. 

Brother Foley spoke regarding the Barber Organization here and asking Lodge support in organizing them. 

October 1, 1920, communication from Socialist Party asking members to support socialist bazaar to be held Saturday at West Side Turner Hall. 

Resolution from Montreal Lodge 1189 protesting against the handling and shipping of munitions which is used to crush the soviet government was read and upon motion Lodge endorsed same. 

October 15, 1920, communications from Trade Liberty League asking members to support referendum at election regarding the wet or dry question. 

Brothers Friedrick and Krayer made final report of convention of machinist at Rochester, N.Y.  Expenses for attending convention of Brother Friedrick of $137.72 and Brother Krayer of $210.80 were allowed. 

November 5, 1920, communications from Eau Claire Lodge 173 asking for assistance in strike. Motion carried to donate $25.00. 

Brother Harley Nickerson, International Organizer, gave interesting talk on condition at present and the needs of organization. 

Official Circular 69, from Grand Lodge, referring to referendum to be voted on. Motion carried that next meeting be a called meeting. 

November 19, 1920, Brother Taylor, International Organizer from Seattle, visited Lodge and gave interesting talk. 

December 3, 1920, communications from Federated Trades asking financial assistance for starving German children, motion carried to donate $25.00. 

Communications from Brother Tucker calling our attention to Lodge By-Laws which were amended two years ago and never disposed of. Motion carried that a committee of 5 be appointed to revise same and bring them up to date. 

Brother Tucker brought up question of running a dance. Motion carried that Lodge 66 run a dance in spring at Auditorium. 

Nomination and election of officers for 1921: 

• President, Arvere Eick
• Vice President, Kruth
• Recording Secretary, Schroeder
• Financial Secretary, Tucker
• Conductor, Young
• Application Secretary, Hoffe
• 2 Sentinels, Prieu and Billstrom

Motion carried that the Lodge subscribe to the Soviet Russia magazine.  

Motion carried that all members that are delinquent in their assessment and will not pay will be refused dues.  

December 17, 1920, communication from Local 706 Portland, Indiana, calling our attention to strike at Buriel Spoke and Auto Wheel Co.; motion carried to donate $5.00. 

Communications from Wisconsin State Federation calling our attention to Hamilton Beach Strike at Racine and Brother Friedrick read the appeal for every Local to donate $5.00. Motion carried for Lodge 66 to donate $10.00. 

Motion carried to advance $200.00, to rent Auditorium, and for dance arrangements after report given by Brother Friedrick.  

Brother Friedrick called attention to conference to be held by the Federated Trades Council on January 9, to take up the questions which are confronting the working class at this time. 

Discussion about the Trade Liberty League and calling our attention to the fact that it is of no use to use anymore since we have got prohibition and asking Lodge to withdraw as member of same. Motion carried to withdraw altogether beginning the new year. 

January 7, 1921, communications from Wisconsin State Federation calling our attention to the cigar makers strike here and asking our support.  

Communication from Lodge 68 asking Lodge to endorse resolution drafted dealing with employment of machinists to build machinery for Russian Soviet Government. Upon motion Lodge voted to draft our resolution and appointed a committee to draft same. 

Brother Liuck of Lodge 470, Racine, spoke on condition in Racine and the good work done their. Brother Tucker moved that Lodge donate $200.00 towards Racine strike payable $50.00 a week for 4 weeks. Motion carried. 

Brother Handley spoke on the Industrial Insurance Bill to be introduced at legislature to compel employers to pay men or women out of work compensation, similar as the workers compensation law. 

Question of land control and real estate deals was brought up with statements of how working people were forced and have lost properties on which $800.00 or more had been paid. 

January 21, 1921, communications from Federated Trades Council about the conference held on January 9 and asking for assessment be levied of $.25 per member in order to carry out the work of the conference board. Motion carried that Lodge pay the assessment out of our treasury.  

Communications regarding the Wisconsin State Federation Legislative Conference to be held in Madison on February 14, to take up labor legislation and that the Lodge send a delegate.  

Communication from Lodge 470, Madison, regarding the placing of a Machinist as a lobbyist in Madison during session to work for labor laws. 

Motion carried to renew its subscription to the Plain League Voice from Social Democratic Publishing Company. 

Motion carried the next meeting on February 4 be made a called meeting in order to take up the question of Lodge By-Laws and the discussion of proposition of sick benefits; also the explanation of the labor laws to be presented at Madison. 

February 4, 1921, Official Circular 79 from Grand Lodge calling attention to referendum to be voted on regarding a special insurance plan laid over to our next meeting.  

Official Circular 80 from Grand Lodge calling attention to increased per capita to Grand Lodge and the increasing of the death and strike benefits was read.  

Official Circular 81 from Grand Lodge referring to the naming of 8 additional vice presidents to be voted on by referendum during the month of February. 

Resolution adopted by Federated Trades Council protesting against the day light saving plan was unanimously adopted by same.  

Upon motion March 4 be made a called meeting to take up question of insurance referendum. 

February, 18, 1921, communication from Lodge 1003 asking Lodge to purchase raffle ticket to the amount of $1.00 to help finance their treasury which was depleted during the overland strike, motion carried we purchase same.  

Communication from Brother Tucker regarding assessment due Federated Trades Council as per vote of conference of $142.50. Motion carried for Lodge to pay assessment. 

March 4, 1921, communication from Federated Trades Council calling for volunteers to distribute the Truth Labor paper.  

Communications from (Co-Operative) Local 8 Tailors calling our attention to the union organizing of Co-Operative Tailoring Company this Tuesday and asking our support by taking stock and purchasing clothes. 

Communication from Brother Tucker asking that dues of $2.00 be allowed for Brother Gery Brown of Waukesha, who had been quarantined during the small pox epidemic. 

March 18, 1921, communication from Socialist Party asking our support in this coming election. Party asking members to participate in the monster May Day celebration on May 1st. 

Communication from Wisconsin State Federation asking Lodge to contribute to the fund for our legislature at Madison in accord to resolution adopted at Convention at LaCrosse, motion carried to donate $50.00. 

Appeal for aid from Lodges 767 and 437, Racine, was read and upon laid over for time being that Lodge having donated $200.00 just lately. 

Brother Palm was reported very sick and upon motion, Lodge voted a donation of $25.00 to Brother Oscar Palm expenses. 

Motion carried for a special meeting to be held at the office, Tuesday, March 29, to give members a chance to vote on the insurance proposition. 

March 29, 1921, special meeting to vote on Proposition No. 1, shall the General Executive Board proceed with the necessary action to provide life insurance for the entire membership of Machinists? 216 voted in favor, 69 against.  

Proposition No. 2, in the event the above proposition carries I desire $500.00 of life insurance at the cost to me of $.50 per month or six dollars per year. 199 in favor and 123 against.  

April 1, 1921, Brother Murray was given the floor and spoke on the Co-Operative Plant and ask members to support the Consumers Co-Operative Store. Communication from Lodge 470, Madison calling our attention and asking our support on the Huber Re-Employment Bill by writing our Senators and Assemblymen urging them to vote for the bill. Brother Friedrick stated that Federated Trades Council is getting petition ready for circulation for signatures and then be send to the different Senators and Assemblymen.  

Communications from Treasury Department, Bureau of Public Health Service asking Lodge to help combat the Government plan on venereal diseases and that pamphlets could be gotten free of change explaining the different diseases.  

April 15, 1921, Brother Tucker regarding the granting of additional out of work stamps to members out of work in excess to that provided by the constitution and calling our attention to the clauses in our constitution which allows additional stamps for periods of depression or long continued depressed businesses, that we are in such a period at this time; and that Lodge by motion instruct Financial Secretary to write Secretary Treasurer Davison for a ruling on same. 

Communication for Lodge 264, Boston, initiating a call for a referendum giving the reason for the increase of per capita in the recent referendum was unfair and a direct violation of our Grand Lodge Constitution relative to carrying out the referendum laws; and asking our support by endorsing the following resolution and forwarding same to Grand Lodge. Motion carried to lay over, referred to new Constitutional By-Laws Committee. 

Lodge voted for balance of rent for Auditorium of $1100.00. Former Business Agent Brother Friedrick was again nominated with no opposition. 

May 6, 1921, communication from Federated Trades Council regarding the sales tax law and protesting against the enactment of such a law, and asking Lodge to endorse same and send to the different Congressmen and Senators. 

Organizer Schoenberg spoke regarding the Lodge finances and motion carried for Trustees to make survey of Lodge expenses and see if same can be reduced. 

Constitutional By-Law Committee made report regarding Lodge 264 and 439 proposition for referendum to challenge Grand Lodge per capita tax increase. Committee reported not to endorse.  

May 20, 1921, Brother Otto and Miss Schleisenger representing the Federated Press spoke and asked Lodge support by joining the Federated Press League. Motion carried for Lodge to form committee to help organize a league. 

June 3, 1921, communication from Workingmen Circle of Milwaukee asking Lodge to contribute to fund to build hospital in Soviet Russia, laid over for new business. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the all year school plan as proposed by superintendent. Motion carried for Secretary to write Superintendent Potter that the members of Lodge 66 are against such a proposed plan. 

June 17, 1921, communication from Wisconsin State Federation and Trade Liberty League calling attention to the convention to be held in Manitowoc. Delegates elected and motion carried to allow the delegates $10.00 per day expenses and railroad fare. 

Motion carried that we purchased $1,000.00 worth of Mill & Elevator bonds in North Dakota State Bank. Amended that we purchase $1,000.00  real estate bonds. Amendment carried. 

July 15, 1921, Brother Friedrick reported upon arranging events for the picnic of the District Lodge to be held July 31, at Huebsbecks Park.  

The matter of changing hall to a smaller and less expensive place was brought up and motion carried for Trustees and Business Agent to investigate.  

August 5, 1921, withdrawal card of Brother Gust Stehlow was denied as he is working at work coming under the jurisdiction. Brother Business Agent Friedrick instructed to write Brother Strehlow explaining our stand and urging him to continue as a member. 

Communication from Lodge 437, Racine, regarding proposing changes in the constitution reducing salaries of Grand Lodge officials as well as lowering the per capita tax and strike benefits. Referred to Constitution and By-laws Committee to be reported at next meeting. 

The arrangements for the Labor Day Celebration to be given under the auspices of the Federated Trades Council were discussed and motion carried that we urge the membership of our Lodge to participate in this celebration. 

Brother Woller was appointed captain of Athletic Games and events for the Lodge. 

A committee from German Lodge 727 spoke on the desire of their Lodge to merge with Lodge 66. Brother Tucker spoke on this matter and explained these members should be given credit for the length of membership both in Lodge 727 and Lodge 66 when the transferred over. Motion carried that members of Lodge 727 be accepted into this Lodge and given credit for there standing in both Lodges. 

August 19, 1921, Brother Spindler preferred charges against Brother Wilke of Blatz Brewery and motion carried to appoint committee to investigate. 

Report of Committee on resolution from Racine Lodge asking a reduction in Grand Lodge salaries recommended that we do not take part in this matter, motion carried. Committee to find a new hall reported that only two were available, Lodge voted to accept the Trei Gerueide Hall. Upon motion Lodge will allow Sick Committee $.50 per meeting. 

September 2, 1921, report on the committee on charges preferred by Brother Spindler against Brother Wilke was made by Brother Palm and due to the lack of evidence to substantiate the charges brought, the committee feels that they must render a verdict of not guilty. Upon motion, carried. 

Question regarding salary of Brother Tucker was brought up and upon motion matter referred to trustees for recommendation. 

September 16, 1921, communications from the Musicians Union stating that two of our members, Brothers John & Al Felber are performing as musicians whenever the opportunity presents and are not members of the Musicians Union. Brother Friedrick stated that John Felber is not a member any more but that Al Felber still is but is only playing perhaps 3 or 4 times a year. Upon motion secretary instructed to write Brother Al Felber asking him to see Brother Friedrick regarding this matter. 

Official Circular 103 from Grand Lodge stating that preliminary efforts were made towards establishing communications with the Machinist Union of Mexico and also with the Mexican Government Officials which resulted in an agreement with the Mexican Government Officials which specifies that whenever machinery is purchased it will be only on the recommendation of the International Association of Machinists. Also to provide the Grand Lodge with a list of manufacturers in the City of Milwaukee. Business Agent instructed to comply with same. 

Communication from Lodge 16, Pouce, Puerto Rico, where strike has been on for months asking financial aid. Motion carried we donate $5.00. 

Question of Financial Secretary salary was brought up, trustees recommend that Lodge set aside $35.00 per month of salary for Financial Secretary.  Lodge voted to turn down the recommendation of the trustees and increase salary to $50.00. 

Communications from Allenton, PA, regarding the War Labor Board had laid aside $1,500,000 to be paid in back pay to our members and which through some technical legal reason the Judge Advocate General of the War Department has stopped this payment and are asking of Lodge 66 to write our Congressmen and Senators to give their support to such legislation as we may introduce to give the War Department the authority to pay this money. 

Brother Tucker reported upon members making out notes in payment of dues to be paid when they begin work again or are able to pay. Several brothers who made more out notes have dropped our organization without making good their notes. Motion carried that any member who has dropped our organization and not made good his notes cannot be reinstated until same is paid. 

October 7, 1921, communications from Haywood Lodge 185 calling our attention to the fact that members of their Local have been on strike for nearly one year and asking our financial support, motion carried to donate $10.00.  

Communications from Federated Trades Council asking members to deposit $20.00 with the Co-Operative Association so in time of need or anytime they could take same out in trade. The purpose being to enable them to get enough money to buy goods in big lots saving money and prepare for the winter. When prices go up members ask to comply with same if able.  

Communication from Grand Lodge stating that Lodge 66 is behind in the members being issued the pledge. 

October 21, 1921, Federated Trades Council asking members to circulate and sign petitions sent out by this body demanding the disarmament of all nations and which is to be sent to the International Conference for Elimination of Armaments, which meets in Washington, November 11, 1921. 

Communications from the Metal Polishers International informing us that the Grand Rapids Refrigerating Company is unfair to organized labor. 

Brother Friedrick reported on Brother Ingerman case having received letter from Mrs. Ingerman asking for some help. Motion carried for Lodge to purchase 2 bags of potatoes from the Co-Operative Store and send to Mrs. Ingerman. 

November 11, 1921, communication from State Board of Vocational Education asking our support in giving the Rehabilitation Law all the publicity possible which deals in giving and fitting the handicapped workman with proper education and training so he can earn a living. 

Communication from Lodge 68, San Francisco, asking revision of Grand Lodge per capita was referred to Constitution and By-Law Committee.  

Communication from State Federation of Labor asking the endorsement of the new proposed Farmer Labor Auxiliary was discussed and motion carried that secretary be instructed to invite a representative from the different parties interested in such a move for a debate at our next meeting. Said representative to be one from the State Federation and one from the Socialist Party. 

Matter of creating more harmony and having members brought together in a more social setting to get acquainted was brought up by Brother Palm. After discussion Lodge voted to appoint an Entertainment Committee to arrange such affairs. 

Trustees made report of meeting held with officers of Lodge for coming up with the following proposed salaries: Recording Secretary from $65 to $60 per year; Treasurer from $65 to $40 per year; Financial Secretary from $600 to $500 per year. Upon motion, carried to accept. 

Proposition of helping the needy members at Christmas was brought up. Motion carried that a committee of five solicit and get funds by some means whereby we can somewhat give some to our members at Christmas that are in need and should funds not be enough, that Lodge upon recommendation of Committee donate to same. 

November 25, 1921, communications from the Federated Trades Council that the Gridley Dairy Company has been put on the We Do Not Patronize list, due to their attitude towards organized labor and asking members to deal with this company like wise.  

Brother Friedrick made report on matter of soliciting as proposed for the needy member families at Christmas. 

Constitution and By-Laws Committee reported on the communications from Lodge 68 calling for a revision of the Grand Lodge per capita tax was felt that owing to the fact the resolution deals only with the reduction of per capita tax and that said proposition is not complete and or fair to Grand Lodge, therefore resolution be place on file. 

Brother Harvey Brown, International Vice President, gave organization talk of the things that are needed. Speakers on the formation of a Farmer Labor Party were given a chance to explain the matter. Brother Henry Ahl, author of program, and Emil Seidel, Socialist against the program, gave their views. After a general discussion, which many members took part, both for and against, a motion was made that we reject the proposition as presented by the State Federation. Motion carried, 31 against and 6 in favor. Brother Tucker moved that delegates to the Federated Trades Council be instructed to vote against the formation of a Farmer Labor Auxiliary.  

December 9, 1921, communication from Ladies Auxiliary asking Lodge 66 to help organize the women into a auxiliary was read and members to ask their wives to join.  

Communication from Federated Trades Council with list of Brothers who have volunteered to speak before any local on different subjects. 

Brother Friedrick reported that $40.00 has been donated so far for a Christmas cheer for some of our brothers which is not quite enough and would ask Lodge to make a donation of $50.00. Motion carried to donate $50.00 towards helping some of our brothers. 

Entertainment committee made report that they had arranged for a dance at the 1st meeting in January, which is installation of officers, for the members and ask Lodge for sanction. Motion carried and that a letter be sent to the members telling them of same. 

Lodge proceeded with the election of officers for 1922: 

• President, Kurth
• Vice President, Wood
• Recording Secretary, Eick
• Treasurer, Borman
• Conductor, Lierch
• Sentinel, Kalka

December 23, 1921, Official Circular 107 from Grand Lodge calling our attention to the new Ritual which was adopted and revised by the General Executive Board at the Rochester Convention and Lodge to introduce same at 1st meeting in January 1922. 

January 3, 1922, Grand Lodge Official Circular 111 warning against companies trying to sell stocks or bonds to our members. Members should not place any confidence in their statements that our organization or officers are endorsing. All such statements are false.  

Newly elected officers were installed. The meeting was adjourned, members and families joined in a social and dance. 

January 26, 1922, communications from Milwaukee Federated Trades Counsel regarding plans for the Workers College which the Federation is about to establish. They ask that the affiliated unions support the same by having as many of their members take courses as possible. After questions, motion carried that Lodge donate $25.00 towards financing the undertaking.  

Letter from Vice President Brown that he be informed concerning all conditions in the machine tool building industry that may be located in this vicinity.  

Detailed report was given by the Christmas Relief Committee what they had done to relieve needy members and their family of this Lodge and all expenditures were checked. 

February 10, 1922, Brother Thomas Van Lear, General Chairman District 73 spoke at length urging the members to organize fraternally as well as along economic lines. His talk, although late, was well received. 

Motion carried that the first 10 students of this Lodge who enroll in the Workers College be given them free tuition of the $25.00 donated by the Lodge. 

February 24, 1922, Miss Baireiter was granted the floor and asked members to attend a meeting at West Side Turner Hall to be addressed by Brother Dennis Batt in behalf of the starving Russians. 

March 10, 1922, Official Circular 115 from Grand Lodge requested that we write to and urge President Harding to re appoint Brother W. Wharton as a member of the U.S. Labor Board. The Secretary read resolution addressed to President Harding requesting the release of wartime personnel was adopted.  

Communication from Lodge 437, Racine, wanting to change the per capita tax and reducing the Grand Lodge officers salaries was referred to the Constitution and By-Laws Committee.  

The Business Agent reported that conditions of employment are not any better but indications paint that things in the machinists line should be better, but not for the pattern makers and molders. 

Motion, lost, to send out a circular asking Lodges to support and vote for Brother Nickerson, candidate for Vice President of the Machinist Union. A vote to reconsider was carried that his Lodge send out a circular in behalf of Brother Nickerson at his own expense was carried. 

March 24, 1922, Constitution and By-laws Committee having carefully considered the proposition from Lodge 437, Racine, also one from the California Lodge, recommend that his Lodge endorse the call to reduce the per capita and salaries of the Grand Lodge officers. 

A letter from Miss Ida Slatt written from London, England, asking us to send a letter of recommendation which she could use as a credential showing that she is a trade unionist, as she wishes to visit Russia and will write us a personal letter concerning conditions in Russia , as they actually are. Secretary was instructed to write such a letter. 

Brother Friedrick urged all members to work for the election of Socialistic candidates at the coming elections. 

April 14, 1922, S.S. Frye of Des Moines from the Gypsum and Mill Workers explained the strike and who were virtually locked out. Motion to donate $10.00.  

Brother Frankle gave an interesting talk on the conditions of the starving Russians. Motion carried that we donate $50.00 for this cause. 

A questions submitted to the membership to amend the District By-Laws that the Business Agent salary be $150.00 a month instead of $175.00 a month starting July 1st. Motion to endorse amendment. 

A circular from the Allied Printing Trades stating that the publisher of the Modern Priscella, the Youth Conforming and the Book of Knowledge had locked out three union employees for refusing to accept a reduction in wages was read, and a machinist. 

A letter to the Lodge from Brother Tucker stating he thought his salary at least for the present should be $400 a year instead of $500 and he therefore was presenting a bill for $100 as his salary as Financial Secretary for the final quarter. After some discussion a motion was made and carried that the salary of the Financial Secretary be set at $400 per year for the present and the bill for $100 be paid. 

April 28, 1922, letter from Barbers Union 56 asking us to give them our support by patronizing union barbers.  

Brother Stapler explained the labor film, 'The Contrast', and whenever the Federated Trades Council picks a time and place to show this movie, motion carried to notify our members.  

Under new business, Brother Friedrick was nominated for Business Agent of Lodge 66. 

May 12, 1922, letter from Plumb Lodge 1454, Dunmore, PA, asking for financial aid to help in their strike against the Erie Rail Road was read and filed. 

May 26, 1922, letter from manager of the United Woolen Mills Store, 168 W. Water Street asked for our mailing list to enable him to send out a circular to a members. Motion made not to give out the mailing list to anyone. Amended that he be notified that he could have his circular enclosed in the letter sent to our members when we have a called meeting. 

A letter from Emil Suckle, Secretary of the Socialist State Committee, asking us to cooperate in the next state election and to send a delegate to the next Socialist State Committee meeting was laid over until the next meeting. 

A letter from the National Alliance for Trade Relations with and recognition of Russia was read and motion carried for Lodge to endorse the resolution. 

A motion was made that from now on we pay $1.00 for each new member either by initiation or reinstatement to the member bringing in the applicant, this was made at the request of the Organization Committee, motion carried. 

Brother Friedrick discussed the condition of the trade, saying that hardly any of our members are out of work at the present time. 

June 9, 1922, an acknowledgment from U. S. Senator Linroot having received resolution regarding Russian recognition and he would give it careful consideration. 

Brother Tucker read resolution about our stand for a Farm Labor Auxiliary. That our delegates to the Wisconsin State Federation vote against and use their influence against the State Federation in the formation of such a new political party, resolution carried. 

Brother Joe Klein was elected delegate to the Socialist State Convention. 

June 23, 1922, a letter from Grand Secretary Treasurer Davison in which he said the President Johnston had ruled that the proposition of Lodge 437 be submitted in block. Motion carried that the members be notified by letter that we will vote on Grand Lodge Constitution referendum at our meeting in July.  

July 28, 1922, Mrs. Stadt of Toledo, Ohio, was given the floor. She stated that her husband had lost his health in and during some of the strikes and he is now suffering from tuberculosis. She is trying to raise enough funds to take him to Colorado. Motion that $5.00 was donated to him. 

Mrs. Macintosh spoke on the progress of the Rail Road strike and asked for financial aid to assist some of the needy. Motion carried to donate $50.00 to the cause. 

Brother Friedrick spoke concerning the trade conditions. Also referring to the Rail Road strike and how we can use that as an argument why outsiders should belong to the union. Brother Cooney announced that there will be a demonstration in Mitchell Park, probably some time next week to inform the public of the serious menace of the Rail Road Shopmens strike. 

August 11, 1922, letter from the Pinelawn Cemetery Company. They offered to set aside a plot of ground for the use of members of this Lodge who may die without means to purchase a suitable plot. To be given free to the Lodge. Motion that Secretary to notify company that we accept the offer. 

Brother Friedrick asked all to attend the demonstration at Mitchell Park on August 20 at 9:30 am. 

Brother Friedrick called attention of the members to the Trades Union Educational League. 

Brothers Thomas Mass and Peter Balk of Terre Haute, Ind., representing the United Mine Workers were admitted and made an appeal for financial aid. Motion carried to donate $25.00 and a collection brought in $13.35. 

August 25, 1922, Brother Oscar Renny, Secretary of Lodge 234, made an appeal for financial aid for the striking Rail Road Shopmen. Motion carried we donate $200 at this time to the Federation. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the necessity of means being provided to procure bail money for those men who are from time to time arrested for alleged violations of the injunction. Motion carried that the Trustees be empowered to provide bail money for such cases. 

September 8, 1922, Office Circular 124 was read and committee of 3 was appointed to draw up letter to be sent to Lodge members asking them to assess themselves one days pay per month to aid the striking Rail Road Shopmen. Brother Grubb of Lodge 234 made appeal to the Lodge asking for a loan of $1,000 to be used to pay their pickets. Motion, carried to make the loan. Brothers had some subscription blanks which they asked the members to take to their shop and try to have the men subscribe money to aid the strikers, motion made and carried 

September 22, 1922, a letter form Sue Hanely, State Federation of Labor, asking all unions to renew efforts to organize those outside our ranks was read. 

Communication from the secretary of the Workers College was read. Motion was made that we donate $10 to assist carrying on the work of the college. Amended that we donate $5 was carried. 

The committee appointed to draft a letter to the members notifying them of one days assessment per month reported that they had deemed it not advisable to send out the letter. Report accepted. Brothers Nickerson and Friedrick spoke on the ending of the Rail Road Shopmen strike and the opportunity it gives us to do organizing work. Brother Friedrick suggested that a letter be sent out to the membership calling attention to the successful ending of the Rail Road strike and to urge the members to renew efforts to bring our former members back into the organization. Motion carried to do same. 

October 13, 1922,  communications from the secretary of the Workers College asking that members try to take some of the courses. Brother Friedrick spoke on the conditions of the trade and for members to try to induce those outside the organization to join. 

October 27, 1922, communications from the Progressive Republican League urging the members to vote for the three constitutional amendments. 

Communications from the Rock Island Rail Road Shopmen Strikers containing tickets on a gold watch was read and conductor was instructed to try to dispose of the tickets. 8 tickets were sold at $.50 each. 

Brother Nickerson urged the members to elect competent officers to conduct the business of the Lodge for the coming year. He also spoke at length on the conduct and ending of the Rail Road Shopmen strike and called attention to some of the methods used by the capitalist in that and the other recent strikes. 

Brothers Friedrick and Tucker spoke the importance of the coming elections and urged members to elect more to the legislature from the working class. 

November 10, 1922, communications from the Federated Trades Council asking the Lodge to write the County Supervisors to proceed with the erection of a 500 bed County Hospital. Motion carried for Secretary to comply with the request. 

Communications from the Local Trades Union Educational League asking this Lodge to participate in forming a local defense council to defend members of organized labor who have to defend themselves from detectives. 

Brother Friedrick was unanimously nominated as business agent. 

November 24, 1922, as it was an open meeting, Brother Friedrick gave an interesting talk to the members and their families on the aims, objectives and benefits to members of this association. After which there was entertainment with vocal and instrumental music. 

December 8, 1922, a communication from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor told of many Rail Road Shopmen strikers who are still on strike and requested this lodge to contribute as liberally as possible. An appeal from District Lodges 42 & 43, Eastern Rail Road District, asking us to aid the men there who are still on strike. Motion carried to donate $50 each to appeal.  

Election of officers for 1923: 

• President, Otto Kurth
• Vice President, Daniel Wood
• Recording Secretary, Eick
• Financial Secretary, Herman Tucker
• Treasurer, Ernst Borman
• Conductor, Gus Lurisk
• Sentinel, Varatha

A letter from W.S. Patterson, Secretary Treasurer of District 19 describing various Indian blankets and rugs made by the Navajo Indians, also silver bracelets and other trinkets, useful and ornamental as being fit for Christmas presents. The proceeds to be use to aid the Rail Road Shopmen strikers who are still out . 

December 22, 1922, Official Circular #130 from Grand Lodge explaining the urgent need for relief of the striking Rail Road Shopmen on the many roads where no settlement have been made. They ask that all members who are working assess themselves 2 days pay or at least as much as they can possibly afford to pay. Brother Friedrick suggested that a letter be sent to all our members appealing to them to give as liberally towards this purpose as they can. After some discussion a motion carried that a letter be sent out to the members urging then to donate as liberally as possible. 

Brother Friedrick brought up the matter of raising the per capita tax of the Federal Trades Council from $.03 to $.05 per member per month. It was pointed out that the present revenue of the council is not sufficient to carry on the work as it should be. Especially if the Council engages in an organization campaign. After considerable discussion on the matter a motion carried that we endorse the proposed increase in the per capita tax to the Federated Trades Council and the delegation of this Lodge be instructed to act accordingly. 

Brother Friedrick read a letter to President Harding urging him to carry out the Christmas spirit and release the political prisoners now held in Federal prisons. Motion prevailed that this be forwarded by lithograph as a night letter. 

January 12, 1923, this being an open meeting all communications was laid over until the next meeting so the entertainment could begin for members and their families and friends. There was vocal and instrumental music, readings, and comedy skits by members. 

January 26, 1923, motion carried to donate the interest from the bonds in the Federated Press back to the Federated Press so they can carry on their work. 

Communications from the United Brewery, Cereal, Flour and Soft Drink Workers listing mills that operate with union help. They urged all union men see to it that their wives purchase only union made flour. There is a large number of union operated flour mills in our state and adjoining states so there is no excuse not to have union made flour in the stores. 

February 9, 1923, communications from the Belle City Lodge, Racine with tickets on a Delux Talking machine with the proceeds to build up their Lodge's treasury which has been depleted by the Hamilton Beach strike. 

February 23, 1923, Brother Wm Schoenberg of Chicago spoke at length about the conditions in Chicago and urged aggressive cooperation of all members in the membership drives that we will have this spring. 

March 9, 1923, communications from the System Federation of striking shopman of the Indian Harber Belt Line Railroad included 5 tickets on a Cleveland Six Sedan Auto. Motion carried for Lodge to purchase book of five was for one dollar. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the organizing plans to have two committees to carry out membership drives. One team to represent the South Side and the other the North and West Sides. There will be a captain and ten men on each team. The committee was putting up a prize of $35 for the winning team and an individual prize of $5 to go to the member on either team which brings in the largest number of members. The captains can not participate in the prizes. The team to win must bring in at least 15 new members or reinstatements. These prizes are in addition to the one dollar bonus that any member bringing in a new member recruits for Lodge 66. 

March 23, 1923, Brother Wall was given the floor and he spoke in the interest of Brother Uselis, a member of the Machinist Union, who is under arrest in connection with a train ride in Garey Ordinance, which happened last August. Motion carried for Lodge to donate $10 to help in his defense. 

Brother Friedrick reported that the Constitution and By-Laws Committee recommends the resolution of the Trades Union Education League amalgamation, motion carried. 

Motion carried that Secretary write to papers that this Lodge is in favor of repealing the daylight saving ordinance and our reasons. 

April 13, 1923, Reba Loan, a representative of the General Defense Committee was given the floor and spoke in the interest of wartime prisoners. She had tickets to sell for a dance at $.35 each and the money to go to buy comforts for the prisoners. Motion carried that the Lodge purchase 10 tickets. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the strike of the polishers at Briggs and Stratton Plant and stated the is planning to hold a meeting on Monday to talk to the machinists working there. 

A petitions were passed around in support of the unemployment bill. Communications received from Senator Morris in response to our request that he support the 8 hour bill. He would give it his earnest attention. 

Proposition from the Sick Committee to amend the bylaws of the Lodge to reduce the per capita now going into the sick benefit from $.20 to $.15 for the sick benefit was approved. 

Brother Friedrick told of the death of a member Brother Herman Miller. His spouse is under the impression he came under death benefit provision. She should not be receiving  this benefit since he had become reinstated after he was past 50. After a lengthy discussion a motion prevailed for $50 dollars be donated to the widow to help defray the funeral expense. Hereafter we make it plain when we take in new members over 50 years old that they are not entitled to the death benefit. 

April 27, 1923, communication from received from Brother Kelly who has spent several years in Mexico in an an advisory capacity to the Machinists in that country and he will be making a touring explaining the conditions in Mexico. He wished to have a meeting but motion carried to refer to the Federated Trades Council. 

Communications from Brother Nickerson regarding women in the machinist trade. This being a serious problem after it had been discussed was on motion filed. 

The committee appointed to look into another meeting hall gave their report. Motion carried to take Brisbane Hall starting in June. 

May 11, 1923, communication from District Lodge calling for a referendum to raise the salary of the Business Agent to $175 per month was read. The board recommended the raise and on motion the Lodge concurred. 

Brother Friedrick talking about the conditions of the trade and he has been having several Monday meetings at the gates. In most instances the men showed marked interest. A meeting will be held May 17 at the South Side Turner Hall for machinists living on the South side, and on May 18 at Pasadena Hall for machinists living on the West and North side. 

June 8, 1923, meeting at new hall, Brisbane Hall, 528 Chestnut Street. Communications from the strikers on the Missouri Pacific Rail Road, St. Louis, MO, asked for financial assistance. Motion carried to donate $10.00. 

Letter from Barbers Union asking all union men please patronize only barber shops where the union card is displayed. There was an announcement from the Federated Trades Council about the Labor Day event and motion carried that we have a baseball team at the picnic. 

Communication from Federated Trades Council calling our attention to the newly organized Civic Symphony Orchestra and the subscription blanks with the request that all who wish to subscribe for 10 concerts at $3.50 per season. Also from the Council asking all who live in the vicinity of 709 Oakland and 607 Downer, which is the location of a baker, at which the Bakers Union is trying to organize, to ask for the union label. 

Communication from the Catholic Conference on Industrial Problems, that will be held at the Pfister on June 27 and 28, requesting this Lodge to send a delegate. 

June 22, 1923, communication from the Badger State Association for the blind asking for financial assistance to open the Badger Institute was read. Letter from Horton, Kansas Shop Crafts asking form assistance in the strike of men in the rail road shops was read. Motion to donate $10 was lost. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on the possibility of International President Wm. H. Johnston may attend one of our meetings in the near future, while he is in Chicago. 

August 10, 1923, Brother Friedrick spoke on the Districts organizing committee and said the committee had decided to ask Lodge 66 for a loan of $50 to cover the deficit incurred. 

August 24, 1923, letter from the Federated Trades Council calling attention to a move being made by local private detective agencies. The Russell Detective Agency had made application to the Industrial Commission for a state license to operate an employment bureau. He asked all organized labor to write a letter to protest to the Industrial Commission against licensing this organization. 

Motion carried for Lodge to donate $50.00 to the District Organizing Committee to cover the deficit incurred in the attempt to organize the machinists. Brother Friedrick stated that he had a box of cigars left over from the picnic and motion carried that they be raffled at $.10 a chance. Brother Miller won the cigars. 

September 28, 1923, letter from Knights of Columbus asking this lodge to participate in the celebrating Columbus Day. 

October 12, 1923, communication from the trustees of the Workers College asking Lodge to purchase book of 10 scholarships at a dollar each, motion carried to purchase the book of 10.  

Brother Johnson of East St. Louis representing System Federation #90 Shop Craft on the Pennsylvania System spoke on their strike. Motion carried to donate $20.00. 

October 26, 1923, letter from Memphis Trade and Labor Council with 10 tickets at $.50 each to be sold. The purpose of raising funds to keep Ed Cohre out of prison by providing for his defense. Motion carried the conductor pass the tickets to members, 9 tickets sold. 

Brother Friedrick reported on the successful opening of the Workers College with 59 students having enrolled for the opening class. 

November 8, 1923, a letter from Mrs. May Peake International President of the Ladies Auxiliary gave the reasons why the wives of machinist members of the International Association of Machinists should be members of the auxiliary and urged all the members have their wives join. 

Communications from the Tobaco Workers Union of Louisville, KY, urged all union members to purchase union made tobacco, cigar and cigarettes, and enclosed a list of union firms making tobacco. 

Discussion of matter to hold a smoker and entertainment at our next meeting and try to get in at Frie Hall, 8th and Walnut. Motion carried to advance $50 to the committee for the smoker. 

Brother Friedrick reported that the Consumers Cooperative Society has potatoes for sale at reasonable prices and he urged all members contemplating buying potatoes to get them from the Coop. 

November 23, 1923, minutes of the special meeting of the District Board were read and there were five recommendations. First, that the present full time paid job of the Business Agent be discontinued. Second, that a member be elected to carry on the work of Business Agent on a part time basis. Third, that $30 per month be the compensation for that work. Fourth, that the Secretary of the District Lodge write the Grand Lodge asking that $50 per month be allowed to help defray the expenses of the District office. Fifth, that these are only temporary arrangements to continue until such time as in the judgment of the District Board a change is warranted. Motion carried that all recommendations of the District Board be concurred. 

Nominations of Business Agent was taken up and J. Friedrick received the unanimous vote of the Lodge. 

One  member called our attention to a large number of members of Lodge 234 who are working in contract shops but do not transfer to this Lodge. Brother Friedrick will again visit Lodge 234 and try to induce them to have such of their members transfer when they work in contract shops. 

December 14, 1923, communications for financial aid from Federated Shop Crafts on Atlantic Coast Line Rail Road at Mary Cross, GA, was read. Motion carried to donate $5.00. Amended that we send $25.00 to aid striking shop crafts through the Grand Lodge, was carried. 

A circular from Brother Weber, Secretary of the Federated Trades Council, urging us to donate liberally towards the relief of suffering Germans was read. A motion carried that we donate $25.00 and have Brother Weber forward it through Mrs. Bergmann Committee. 

A letter from Secretary Brother Friedrick of the Workers College called attention to a lecture that will be given by attorney Joseph Padway on Monday night, December 17, at the Public Library. The subject is the U.S. Supreme Court and organized labor. All members were urged to attend. 

The matter of officer salaries for the next year was taken up. As recommended by the trustees, the salary of the Financial Secretary was set at $300 per year, motion carried. The salary of the Recording Secretary was set at $60 a year, motion carried. The salary of the Treasurer was set at $50 a year, motion carried.  

Delegates to the Federated Trades Council, District Board, and members of the Auditing Committee to receive $.50 per meeting attended, the Secretary of the Auditing Committee to receive $1.00 per month, carried. 

The members of the Sick Committee to receive $.50 per meeting attended to be paid for out of the sick fund, carried. 

Election of officers for next year was taken up: 

• President, J.J. Handley
• Vice President, Kurth
• Recording Secretary, Eick
• Financial Secretary, Tucker
• Treasurer, Ernst Borman
• Conductor, Berling
• Sentinel, F. Eick

Brother Friedrick asked for cooperation now that he is working in the shop. 

December 27, 1923, Fall Semester of the Workers College was read.  

Official Grand Lodge Circular 142 called attention to duties of Financial Secretary in sending per capita tax to Grand Lodge. 

Communications from the Workers Party Open Forum Committee invited all members to attend their meetings, which are held every Sunday evening at Miller Hall. 

Communications from the striking machinists employed by the R. Hoe Printing Press, New York City asking for financial assistance was read. Motion carried to donate $10.00. 

January 11, 1924, communication from the Federated Trades Council calling upon any union man to be more active. Council also noted the unfair attitude of the Journal Company in the erection of their new building. Brother Handley urged the members to put their shoulder to the wheel and put Lodge back to where it should be. 

January 25, 1924, letter from Brother Wickerson of the Federated Trades Council urging every member of organized labor to take a pledge to do his utmost to build up the organized labor movement.  

Members voted on the referendum whether to hold a convention this year.  

President Handley urging the members to take advantage of the present conditions to bring members into the organization. 

February 22, 1924, a letter from the Wisconsin Federation of Labor calling attention to the constitutional amendment to be voted on at the Spring elections, to raise the salary of the members of the state legislature to $750 per year. Urging members to vote and passage of this proposition. 

Grand Lodge Circular 149 was read that offers to pay bonus of $1.00 for every new member joining by initiation or reinstatement. 

Lodge 250 was holding a meeting in the District Office. They sent word that they would transfer to Lodge 66 if they were given full credit for length of membership in Lodge 250, in our sick fund, the same as was given to Lodge 727 when they transferred. Motion prevailed that we allow the members of Lodge 250 to transfer to Lodge 66 on the same basis as was given to Lodge 727. 

President Handley asked for expressions from the present concerning conditions and suggestions for bringing in members and making the meetings more interesting. 

March 14, 1924, letter from Senator LaFolette saying he would support the Kelly Bill for higher pay for post office employees.  

A resolution relating to the immigration laws governing the entrance and stay in this country of foreigners was referred to committee. 

Attorney Joe Padway was given the floor and he discussed the courts in labor cases and the evil of court injunctions.  

Motion carried that we send a letter to all our members urging them to vote for Dan Hoan for Mayor and all the candidates endorsed by the Socialist Party. 

March 28, 1924, communications from the United Brewery, Cereal, Flour and Soft Drink Workers that we communicate with our representatives in Congress and Senate to support bills to legalize malt beverages by modifying the Nalstead Act. 

April 11, 1924, communications from the American Federation Labor calling our attention to proposed immigration laws and asking us to communicate with Congressmen and Senators urging them to vote for passage of the Johnson Bill, motion carried.  

A letter from the South Slavic Council for the protection of foreign born workers, calling attention to objectionable features of proposed immigration laws and that we elect delegates to this organization. Any support will wait until we see what action the Federated Trades Council takes. 

Brother Friedrick stated that some shops seem to be somewhat slack and none of them are doing any hiring. 

April 25, 1924, Brother Moore of Cincinnati, who had received an injury in a rail road wreck, in 1920, was present. He was trying to raise funds to enable him to go to California for his health. Motion carried the Lodge donated $5 to help the brother. 

A communication from Conference for Progressive Political Activists asked this Lodge to elect a delegate to attend their conference to held May 18, in Madison. Motion carried to send a delegate, Brother Tucker. 

Received letters of acknowledgment of our concerns from Senator LaFollette and Congressman Victor Berger.  

Brother Friedrick asked all members, if they know of any vacancies to notify him and also urged the members to take advantage of the extension by the Grand Lodge on the dollar bonus for new members, which has been extended to July 1st. 

May 9, 1924, communications about the next National Convention to be held in Detroit, Michigan, in September and that the first meeting in June as a called meeting for the purpose of electing delegates to the convention. 

Letter from Congressmen John C. Shofer to acknowledge our letters supporting bills in Congress in the interest of the Postal employees, the Rail Road bill and the immigration bill. He assured us that he was heartily in favor of these bills and enclosed copies of speech he made. 

The call for the conference by Progressive Political Action to be held May 18 in Madison was read and request that we participate. Motion carried to send a delegate. 

May 23, 1924, communications call for a Labor Progressive Conference in Milwaukee was read, and motion carried to a send a delegate. 

A letter from the Council for the Protection of Foreign Farm Workers was read, with the request to send a delegate to the council. Motion carried to send a delegate.  

Brother Eick announced the running of a film at the Murrill Theatre beginning June 14 for the entire week, entitled 'The New Disciple". The film will be run under the action of the Federated Trades Council and affiliated unions. Members urged to get behind the sale of the tickets. 

June 13, 1924, call for the national convention was read and Brother J. Friedrick was elected as delegate and H. Tucker was elected alternate. Brother Wood reported that only 7 were present at the Council for the Protection of Foreign Born and that owing to the small attendance very little was accomplished. 

Motion carried to sell tickets to the Labor Movie for $.045 each. Giving the member a commission of $.125 to encourage the sale of the tickets. 

Brother Friedrick reported the progress being made with the new Local 510 of the Auto Mechanics. They are now fully organized and have elected there permanent officers. 

July 11, 1924, meeting held at Brisbane Hall, 528 Chestnut Street. Communications from the Labor Day Committee of the Federated Trades Council asking for volunteers for the parade and picnic. 

Communications from Brother Frank Weber Grand Secretary of the Federated Trades Council on the antagonistic decisions of our judges.  

Brother Eick was allowed an advance of $25.00 towards his expenses as delegate to the State Federation of Labor. 

July 25, 1924, a letter from the Tobacco Workers Union of Louisville, Kentucky, urging our members to purchase union cigarettes.  

Delegates from the Long Shoremen Union employed in City Coal Docks were given the floor. They stated that the following coal companies employee men of their union and should be given preference when our members purchase coal and coke. 

Brother Herman Tucker reported the proceedings of the C.P.P.A. held at Cleveland, Ohio July 4 and 5. Brother Scholar reported his views of the same convention. He said the Party of which he is a member is opposed to LaFollette for President. 

August 8, 1924, Brother Wm Kelly and Vice President Illinois State Federation of Labor was given the floor. He explained the open shop fight the unions of Strators, Illinois. 

Letter from the Fraternal Order of Eagles was read asking us to endorse a bill and a resolution to have the legislature enact an old age pension law. Motion carried on the resolution. 

August 22, 1924, a letter from Mrs. Rena Mooney secretary of the Mooney Defense Committee stating they have new evidence which they believe will help in getting a pardon for Tom Mooney and Warren Billings, motion carried to donate $10.00. 

A letter from the Wisconsin Committee for Progressive Political Action was read. They asked us to affiliate and to donate at least $5.00 towards the LaFollette campaign. After much discussion, motion carried to donate $5.00 without affiliating. 

A letter from the Secretary of the Milwaukee Labor Day committee was read asking all union men to celebrate Labor Day at Washington Park September 1st. 

A letter from the Treasurer of the Federated Trades Council enclosing a check for $7.50 commission on 60 tickets purchased and sold by members of this Lodge, motion carried to turn this check over to the Trustees of the Workers College. 

September 12, 1924, a letter from Local 148, Springfield, urging all members to refrain from buying any publications issued by the Cromwell Publishing Co. and to spend your union earned money for union made publications.  

Received 4 resolutions from San Francisco and Oakland, California Auto Mechanics Lodges to be given to our delegates to the National Convention. A motion carried that our delegates to the convention oppose any move to make insurance compulsory on the membership. 

September 26, 1924, a letter from the Worsum Hat Store, 477 Mitchell, calling our attention to the fact they sell a complete line of union made hats and caps. The chair urged members buy their hats and caps there and support this firm in their stand in selling union made goods. 

President Handley and several other brothers spoke on and suggested ways of making meetings more interesting. 

October 10, 1924, Brother Warren, General Organizer for the Barbers Union, was given the floor and stated the necessity of us demanding the union label on articles we purchase. He particularly urged the members to patronize union barber shops. 

Received letters from the National LaFollette Campaign committee and  resolutions from the Secretary of the State Socialist Committee. 

Official Grand Lodge Circular #162 from International President Johnston calling our attention to the large number of examinations for Federal Locomotive Inspectors to be held all over the country, November 5 & 6; and urged members of this order to avail themselves of this examination. 

Brother Tucker suggested that where it is found that a member of this Lodge is in distress, the Sick Committee be authorized to investigate the circumstances and in such cases as they find feasible the Sick Committee act as a Relief Committee and give sick aid as they think necessary. Motion carried that the Sick Committee be authorized to act in the capacity of Relief Committee when extreme crisis of distress arise among our members and that they be allowed to pay out of the sick fund the necessary amount and the Lodge to reimburse the sick fund for all such amounts. 

October 24, 1924, minutes of Federated Trades Council was read calling attention to the fact that the Marquette Stadium was erected by non-union labor.  

A request for financial aid asking all union men to subscribe to the LaFollette Campaign was read and members were asked to contribute. 

Brother Eick asked the members to furnish new names of machinists that they know are not members of this Association. Brother Friedrick and several other members also spoke along the same line. 

November 14, 1924, a letter from the Federated Order of Eagles asking for additional support for the Old Age Pension bill and for members to keep this in mind.  

A letter from the Secretary of District 10 calling attention to the By Law of the District that nomination for Business Agent must be made this month. Nomination for Business Agent proceeded. Brother Jack Friedrick was the only nominee and was declared the unanimous choice of this Lodge. 

November 28, 1924, a letter from the State Federation of Labor urged members when purchasing Christmas cigars to buy them with the union label. 

Official Grand Lodge Circular 165 calling attention to 5 scholarships have been established at Brookwood College for such members of our organization and outlined the plan of how the scholarships are to be given out. 

A letter from Frank Weber urging every union member to support and work for the establishment of a state unemployment compensation law. 

Brother Tucker spoke concerning the proposed new county hospital. 

Brother Friedrick told of work being done to get a raise for the auto mechanics in the employ of the city. 

December 12, 1924, election of officers for 1925 was held: 

• President, O.H. Patton
• Vice President, G. Burling
• Recording Secretary, O. Eick
• Financial Secretary, H. Tucker
• Treasurer, A. Arnould

A letter for Lodge 234 stating they had endorsed Wm Johnston for International President and Harvey Nickerson for International Vice President. They asked this Lodge to endorse these candidates and to appoint one member of this Lodge to get with a joint committee from all Lodges in the city to help draft a circular letter to be sent out to the membership of the order in behalf of these candidates. Lodge 234 will pay the expense of the circular letter. 

December 26, 1924, a letter from the Workers Party announcing a lecture by Wm Dunn at Brieborn Hall for Saturday, January 10 was read.  

A letter from Chapter 6 Disable Veterans of the World War was read and enclosed were 10 tickets at $.50 each. Motion carried to return the tickets as no one cared to purchase. 

A motion carried we invite the members of Lodge 670 to participate in our next meeting. 

January 9, 1925, a letter from the Secretary Treasurer of the District Lodge recommends to the Lodges that in order to finance the District Lodge, per capita tax be raised from $.25 per member to $.40 per member per month. Brother Friedrick explained the necessity of this action. A motion carried that we concur in the recommendation of the board to raise the per capita tax to $.40. By secret ballot the vote was 79, yes  and 4, no. 

Brother Nickerson gave a short talk urging the members to attend the meetings of the Lodge more regular and support the officers so as to rebuild the Lodge.  

January 23, 1925, a motion was made that the Secretary be directed to write a letter to all Senators and Assemblymen from Milwaukee notifying them that we want the Child Labor Amendment to the Federal Constitution ratified without having it submitted to a referendum. 

Brother Friedrick announced a lecture to be given by Dr. Dalact to the Auto Mechanics Lodge at Hall, 7th and Chestnut, Tuesday, January 27. The subject to be Health in Industry and he asked as many of the members as could to attend this meeting. 

February 13, 1925, communications from Secretary of District Lodge asking Lodge 66 for a temporary loan of $100.00. Motion carried to loan the District $100.00. A letter from the secretary of the District Lodge notifying us that the raise in the per capita tax from $.15 to $.40 per member per month goes into effect beginning February 1st. 

A letter from President Johnston stating that all strikes on Rail Roads will be called off effective February 1st, except the Pennsylvania and the Long Island. 

Motion carried to allow Brother Handily and the organizing committee to arrange a joint meeting with Lodge 510. 

Brother Friedrick announced that the District Lodge has arranged to run a theater party to raise funds to help finance the District and pay back the loan just made. 

February 27, 1925, communications from Socialist Party of Wisconsin asking for donations for the election fund to help Socialist members of the legislature to pay their expenses while the legislature is in session. The chair suggested all those who are willing to donate, pay the Secretary whenever they can. 

Brother Frank Birling reported on the meeting of stock holders of the Peoples Publishing Company that they will pay $.03 interest on their bonds. 

Brother Eick reported on the theater party to be run by the District Lodge. Brother Birling called attention to a union made auto tire bearing the union label. 

March 13, 1925, communications from the Painters Local Union asking for support of one of there members who is a candidate for the School Board. Chair asked members to bear this in mind on election day.  

Brother Friedrick announced that the next meeting to be held jointly with Lodge 510. 

Motion carried, after some discussion, to appropriate $25.00 to help the Socialist members in the legislature with their expenses while attending. 

Move we join the other Lodges in the City in a letter of endorsement of Brother Nickerson as a candidate for International Vice President of the Association.  
(editors note: Brother  Nickerson is a Lodge 66 member.) 

March 27, 1925, this meeting was held jointly with Lodge 510 as an open meeting. 

Dr. Dalact spoke on the dangers of carbon monoxide and other gas poisoning in garages. 

Brother Nickerson spoke on the necessity of being organized and was especially directed to auto mechanics. 

April 10, 1925, Brother Friedrick read the recommendations of the committee, for the balloting of Grand Lodge Officers, and gave the reasons for the majority report. Brother Schalar gave a dissenting report for his reasons to oppose the Johnston slate. A motion carried that the Business Agent send out another letter urging the members who have not voted for Grand Lodge officers to be present at the next meeting when the voting will be completed. Also for ballots to be forwarded to out of town members. 

April 24, 1925, ballots were given to all members who had not voted for Grand Lodge officers. 

Letter from Secretary of the Federated Press enclosing $40.00 check for payment of the bonds held by this Lodge. Motion made to have the Trustees trim off all such loans as are considered not collectable. After adverse discussion, the motion was withdrawn. 

Letter from Lodge 292, Terre Haute, Indiana, with book of ten chances on a set of 1" and 2" micrometers to be raffled off to aid a sick brother. Conductor asked to pass the tickets among the members. All tickets sold. 

May 8, 1925, Brother Eick reported that Lodge 929 and Lodge 1052 were favorable to a joint picnic. Brothers Friedrick and Eick would be our representatives and would work with the other Lodges on a joint committee. 

May 27, 1925, communications from the Federated Trades Council regarding the building of the Eagles Club was read and motion carried that it be complied with. 

June 12, 1925, communications from International Brewery Workers Union that the Schlitz Beverage Company of Milwaukee has settled grievances with their union. 

Brother Friedrick was elected delegate to the Wisconsin Federation of Labor convention. 

An amendment to the bylaws of this Lodge changing the number present at any meeting necessary for a quorum to be changed from 25 to 10 was read and laid over until the next meeting to be read again. 

Motion carried that this Lodge donate its share of any profits from the joint picnic, to be held August 15, to the District Lodge. 

June 26, 1925, the amendment changing Article 1 of the bylaws of this Lodge were read and ordered laid over until the next meeting, for the third reading. 

July 10, 1925, the amendment to change the bylaws to make ten members present at any meeting a quorum instead of 25 was carried. 

Motion carried to advance $40 to Brother Friedrick, delegate to the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor. 

July 24, 1925, Brother Friedrick made a report of the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor convention. Brother Nickerson spoke on the meeting of the Grand Lodge Executive Council. 

Motion carried that the Secretary communicate with the County Board and ask them to put the Old Age Pension Law into effect in the county. 

August 14, 1925, all members were urged to help make the Labor Day Celebration, at Washington Park, a success. 

Motion carried that we place a $15.00 ad in the Milwaukee Leader, Special Labor Day edition. 

Brother Friedrick reported on the arrangement for the consolidated picnic. The Picnic Committee asked the Lodge to advance them $100, motion carried. 

August 28, 1925, circular from Pride of the West Lodge 308, St. Louis, MO, demanding the reinstatement of Brother Anderson and asked for endorsement. Motion carried we endorse the letter from Lodge 308. 

September 11, 1925, official Grand Lodge Circular 184 calling attention that the Grand Lodge is still allowing a dollar for each new member either by initiation or reinstatement. They also urged that efforts be made to bring the auto repairmen into the organization.  

Official Circular 185 calling attention making all lapsed members who participated in the Rail Road strike eligible for reinstatement, for $7.50, with all rights restored. 

September 25, 1925, communications from Milwaukee Workers College announcing there proposed classes and asking us to purchase a book of certificates of scholarships for $10.00. Motion carried we purchase one book of certificates. 

Committee appointed to find a new meeting hall. (editors note:  present meetings are still at Brisbane Hall, 528 Chestnut Street. Brisbane Hall was destroyed to make way for the Park East Freeway!) 

October 9, 1925, Grand Lodge Circular 187 relative to the suspension of Brother Jack Anderson was read.  

The Constitution and Bylaws Committee made a report on amendment to the Constitution as submitted by the General Executive Council. Committee recommends we disapprove proposition #2, entirety. Special meeting will be called on the committees recommendation not to accept the Executive Councils amendment. 

Brother Otto was given the floor, urging us to demand the union label and that we affiliate with the Local Label Trades Council, and he urged we have our label published in the Milwaukee Leader, once a month. After lengthy discussion the motion was lost to publish our label as requested. 

For the Good Of The Order there was an interesting discussion about conditions in the Nash Motor Plant and other plants in the city. 

October 23, 1925, an open meeting was called to order. The German delegates who were expected, did not come. Brothers Handley and Friedrick urged those present who were not members to unite with us. Telling them of benefits of organization.  

Business meeting was then called to order. Motion made to have an open meeting once each month to which we may invite strangers and try to have our wives come and get acquainted with the organization. Motion was discussed at length and amended, we refer this to the District Board. Amendment lost. Original motion lost. 

November 13, 1925, communications from President Alefas of District Lodge 24, Government Employees, stating that the annual adjustment of wages in government Navy Yards is now under way. He asked this Lodge to have the Secretary write to the Secretary of the Navy, Senators, and Congressmen urging that the machinists employed in the Navy Yards be given a $.10 per hour increase in pay. Motion carried that the request be complied with. 

Communications for Carpenters District Council calling our attention to the fact that many small stores and office buildings are being erected in working mens districts and most by nonunion labor. Asked members living in those districts to ask that the buildings be put up by union help. 

Communications from Joint Committee on Prison Labor. The Garment Manufacturers Association of America and United Garment Workers of America, stating that one of the biggest advertised brands of prison made garments has been driven out of the penal institution. There are still others having millions of prison made garments on the market. They urged that all union men demand the union label on all work garments as the sure way of driving the prison made goods out of business. 

Appeal petitions in behalf of J.F. Anderson were referred to Constitution and Bylaws Committee. 

Brother Friedrick reported on the visit of the German delegates. They had received valuable information and well satisfied with their visit to this city. 

Resolution adopted by Lodge: 

• Whereas, the Executive Council has prepared and will submit to a vote of the membership, through the January Referendum, two main Propositions to amend our election laws, and
• Whereas, there are contained in each one of these propositions a number of changes to our constitution some of which changes if adopted will place unnecessary and severe restrictions upon the democratic functioning of our organization which would be inimical to the best interests of our membership, therefore be it
• Resolved, That United Lodge 66 directs its Constitution and Bylaw Committee to draft a suitable circular letter and mail same to all Local Lodges of the International Association of Machinist, pointing out the undemocratic and dangerous features of these two propositions and urge all members to vote against the adoption of these or either of these proposed changes, and be it further
• Resolved, That the Constitution and Bylaw Committee be requested to carefully consider the whole matter of changing our election laws and to draft and submit to Lodge 66 amendments to our constitution designed to safeguard our future elections, but without unnecessarily restricting the democratic functioning of our organization.

Brother Friedrick was nominated for Business Agent. 

Brother Tucker reported that Brother Bobroff is out of the country and has been for some time. Motion carried to keep brother in good standing until further notice.  

Brother Tucker reported that Brother Hasenbeck has been at the County Asylum for a long time and will hardly ever be well again. Motion made to communicate to his relatives in Germany and to keep him in good standing in the mean time. 

November 27, 1925, communications from Brother Nickerson relative to suspension of Brother Jack Anderson put on file. 

Brother Friedrick read the circular from the Constitution and Bylaw Committee to be mailed to the membership of the entire order relative to the referendum on amendment to the Grand Lodge Constitution. Motion carried we concur in the action of the committee.  

December 11, 1925, communications from Vice President Nickerson giving conditions of trade and the work of organizing in his territory. 

Letter from Secretary Arnauld of the District Lodge notifying us that Brother Jac Friedrick has been re-elected Business Agent of District 10 for the next year. 

The report of the Auditing Committee found the books of the Financial Secretary correct and they reported that the assets of United Lodge 66 are $8,419.70, a decrease of $130.07 since the last report. 

Miss Alexia Smith, Deputy Organizer for the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor was given the floor. She stated the need of organizing the women who are employed in the industries. Also the need of wives and mothers of union men, to become connected with labor organizations through the National Womens Trade Union League. Motion carried to donate $5.00 to the League, without affiliation. 

Election of officers for 1926: 

• President, O.H. Patten
• Vice President, Hunting
• Recording Secretary, Eick
• Financial Secretary, Herman Tucker
• Treasurer, Alex Arnauld
• Conductor, George Reincke
• Sentinel, Harvey Mengler

Motion carried that the first meeting in January will be the installation of officers. That this will be an open meeting for non-members. Motion carried for the Lodge to furnish two boxes of cigars for that meeting.  

December 23, 1925, the officers and trustees of United Lodge 66 met in the District Office and authorized the payment of bills. 

January 8, 1926, open meeting  was called with Brother Nickerson speaking on the need of organization and the benefits to be derived therefrom. After a short recess the Lodge was called to order. 

The Lodge voted on Grand Lodge Constitutional Amendments and the appeal proposition relative to the suspension of Brother Jack Anderson.  

Bills were allowed: Peoples Realty Company for hall rental or $18.00; to Jac Friedrick for 125 cigars, $9.75.  

January 22, 1926, communications from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor relative to the deplorable state of the Journeymen Tailors Union and urging all union men as far as possible to have their clothes made by members of this union. 

Communications from Mrs. May Peake International President of the Ladies Auxiliary to the International Association of Machinists, urging greater efforts along lines of organization work and setting forth the need of the women being better informed concerning the work of labor unions. 

Communications from Milwaukee Workers College setting forth the work they are doing. 

Communications from the American Federation of Labor asking for financial aid for the striking anthracite miners. Motion carried to donate $25.00. 

Bills were allowed and ordered paid (some shown here): Grand Lodge Per Capita, $207.10; District 10 per capita, $91.25; Wisconsin American Federation Labor per capita, $29.08; Federated Trades Council per capita, $36.35. 

February 12, 1926, communications from the Federated Trades Council with subscription blanks enclosed asking us to help financially the striking anthracite miners. A collection was taken among the members for a total of $15.50. 

Communications from Peoples Realty Company stating that the hall rent will be raised commencing April 1 by $3.50 per meeting or $21.00 per quarter for two meetings per month. 

A motion was carried we ask the District Board to establish an outside rate for machinists. 

Brother Friedrick spoke on work the organizing committee has planned and asked the members to assist the committee as far as able. He also announced that the Finance Committee of the District Lodge will run a smoker on March 13 in Frei Berneimde Hall to raise funds to carry on the work of the District Lodge. 

Bill approved: 500 postage stamps, cost $10.00. 

March 12, 1926, communications from Grand Lodge Secretary Treasurer relative to the bonding of our financial officers. Motion carried to allow the $10.00 to pay premium of such bonding. 

Motion carried that Lodge 66 send a communication to President Coolidge asking that the citizenship of Eugene V. Debs be restored. 

A motion was made and carried that Brother Friedrick be authorized to write an article relative to our circular on amendments to Grand Lodge Constitution for the Machinist Journal. Brother Friedrick stated business is good and men are in demand. 

March 26, 1926, communications from the Wisconsin State Federation of Labor calling for an Education Conference to be held on April 9 and 10 in the lecture room of the public library. 

Communications from Frank Weber relative to agitation of having journeyman mechanics in this state licensed and pointing out the dangers if such legislation should be enacted. Motion carried that we go on record as being against state licensing of mechanics. 

Communications from the lapsed Metal Trades Council. Brother Friedrick stated there is a Metal Trades Council in existence, but is not holding any meetings. He is the Secretary of this group. He is about to send out a letter to the unions who were affiliated when the meetings were discontinued, calling a meeting to consider whether the council should be restored or the charter should be returned. A motion carried to elect three delegates. Brothers Friedrick, Hughes and Arnould were elected delegates to the Metal Trades Council meeting. 

Communications from Joint Committee on Prison Labor asking all members to be sure to purchase working garments bearing the union label of the United Garment Workers Union. This being the only guarantee that these garments are not prison made. 

The newsletter of Brother Harley Nickerson was read telling of the organizing work and other progress of our association in his District. Brother Nickerson spoke on the importance of bringing up the pay of the machinists in this city and vicinity. 

April 9, 1926, communications from Local Womens Trades Union League enclosing 12 theater benefit tickets at $.25 each were passed around by the Conductor and all were sold. 

Motion carried to ask the District Board to have a special meeting and establish outside rate for machinists. 

April 23, 1926, communications from Milwaukee Safety Commission and a resolution pledging ourselves to individually and collectively to assist the Milwaukee Safety Commission by observing practices of caution and carefulness thus protecting ourselves and setting the example of correct practice before the people. 

Brother Friedrick reported for the Constitution and Bylaws Committee saying sufficient endorsements had been received for the proposed amendments submitted by this Lodge. These proposed amendments to the IAM Constitution then will be forwarded to the Grand Lodge Headquarters.  

Brother Friedrick reported that the joint machinist picnic will be held at Pleasant Valley Park on Sunday, July 11. 

Brother Friedrick reported that the Metal Trades Council had met and they decided to divide the funds on hand among the unions affiliated and discontinue meeting for the time being. 

A motion carried that $5.00  be allowed for a bouquet for Brother George Klumf, who recently lost an arm. 
 
May 14, 1926, communications from the Federated Trades Council notifying us of a week of benefit performances which will be given for the Firemen's Relief Association to help them build up their relief fund and urging us to attend their shows which will be at the Davison Theater the week of May 17 to 23, and also asking unions to donate. Motion carried we donate $25.00 out of the treasury for the Firemen's Relief Association. 

Brother Friedrick called attention to the manner in which the Grand Lodge Officers are going to submit the amendments to the Grand Lodge election laws. He did recommend that this Lodge send out a circular letter to the membership at large calling attention to the amendment and urge them to vote against those submitted by the General Executive Board. Motion carried that we send out a circular letter relative to the amendment submitted by this Lodge.  

May 28, 1926, Official Grand Lodge Circular 197, notifying us that owing to the illness, International President Wm. Johnston had tendered his resignation effective July 1, 1926. At a meeting of the General Executive Council, which was in session at the time the resignation was accepted, Brother O.A. Wharton was elected to fill the remainder of the  term of Brother Johnston. 

June 11, 1926, convention call for the Wisconsin State Federation annual convention to be held at Green Bay, July 20. Brother Friedrick was elected delegate. 

Motion carried to send a letter of sympathy to retired International President Wm. Johnston. 

June 25, 1926, Brother Tom Clifford representing the International Tobacco Workers Union was granted the floor and gave a very interesting talk on the union label. 

Brother Sovic brought up the matter of a public installation of our newly elected International President Brother A.O. Wharton to take place in Machinists Hall, Chicago, on Wednesday, June 30th. It was moved that we send our Business Agent to this meeting. The motion was seconded but after some discussion, the motion was lost.  

July 23, 1926, communications from American Federation of Labor urging us to contribute towards striking members in Great Britain.   

Brothers Tucker, Stewart and Eick spoke for good and welfare urging the members to greater activity. 

August 26, 1926, communications from Federated Trades Council asking us to aid financially the striking British Mine Workers.  

The Committee on Constitution and Bylaws reported and recommended that the Lodge reject the proposed amendment to the Local Bylaws putting a fine on members working in shops where we have agreements and who do not attend meetings of this Lodge. Motion carried to support the recommendation of the Bylaws Committee. 

September 10, 1926, Brother Chas Anderson of Rock Island, Illinois, and a former old time member of this Lodge was present and asked to make a few remarks. He told of his early experiences as a member of this association and urged the members to go out after new members and build up this Lodge. It can be done if we have the will to do it. 

September 24, 1926, communications from the Workers College announcing  the upcoming classes. Also asking for financial help. Motion made that we donated $15.00 to the Milwaukee Workers College. Amended we give $10.00, motion carried. 

Brother Friedrick discussed some desired changes in the State Compensation Act. 

October 8, 1926, communications from Union Labor Life Insurance Company giving in detail the aims and objectives of this organization.   

Communications from Pressmen Union 7 enclosing tickets for a benefit theater party to raise funds for an organizing campaign. Members asked to purchase tickets if they wished, none sold.  

Official Grand Lodge Circular 202 asking all unions to contribute to the British Coal Miners strike.  

The Baking and Confectionery Workers Union asked us to demand the union label on all bakery, especially bread. This is to help them rebuild the local baking workers union.  

October 22, 1926, Brother Friedrick announced tickets for the District Smoker and Stag party to be held on December 4, and the tickets are ready for members tonight.  

A motion carried for the Business Agent to forward a telegram of sympathy to Mrs. Eugene V. Debs. The chair called the Lodge to its feet for one minute of silent meditation on the death of Eugene V. Debs. A motion carried for a commi