The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-11-21
RAYS PROCLAMATION

Tutwiler, the ceremonial session com mencfng at 8 o'clock. RAYS PROCLAMATION nlustrious Potentate J. U. Ray has issued the following proclamation: "Nobles: Els Salamu Aleilkum' Dis pensation has been granted by I'm perial Potentate J. Putnam Stevens tc Zamora temple for holding this twenty fifth anniversary session. "In recognition of the splendid serv- ices of the past potentates of Zamora, their unselfish and untiring energies which have been largely instrumental in tho building of this strong temple, tentates' session, and urge each of the nobles to assist in making 1t 0 hummer.
 "The session for balloting will be held immediately after the parade at which time petitions will be received and preparations completed for the journey over the hot sands of the desert.
 ,"rhe candidate is most fortunate whose privilege it Is to join the cara van in this pilgrimage to Mecca on the occasion of Zamora's twenty-fifth anni- versary, accompanied by faithful Arabs arrayed In gorgeous oriental costumes, sounds of sweet music to charm him, dancing to enchant him and the feast spread in the oasis awaiting him. Get candidates petition, get three or more if you can, let's have g. class of 123
 "It Is the earnest desire of your po- tentate and associate officers to mak 0 1915 the banner year in the history of Zamora. Be enthusiastic and hustle. Things are going with & whoop. If you have friend who Is a candidate, l nr,1 1Aaf frn +, J,fyy, fe, Att,. is due him. just tell the director. Noble Lew Salter about it. and he will cheer fully comply with your request q especially urge every noble to be present and participate in the celebra- ton of our twenty-fifth anniversary. Golden opportunities are before us for pleasure. Why not take advantage of them?
 Many of the nobIes have not been present at Q Shrine session for many moons. Come, noble, freeze onto your red, white and blue card, and hike down, up or over, to the Majestic theatre.
 "Now, nobles of Zamora. don't overlook the noble wearing the fez of another temple. Make him feel as happy as if in his own temple. And get acquainted with our 'out-of- town nobles; loosen up a bit, get some congeniality In your system help him have good time and you will feel better for having been a little more social.
 All officers are requested to wear dress suits.
 "The nobles who have dress suits are requested to wear them if they con- veniently can do so. J. U. RAY,
 'Potentate."
 The following instructions have been issued for the benefit of the candidates with the understanding they are to paste them on their hats
 "Get scared; they all do.
 Don't kick when you get angry.
 Don't be misled. Hold on to the rope.
 Don't bring a sweater--you'll not need 1t.
 Don't depend upon your past reputa- tion--forget it. Look pleasant, no mat ter how you feel You'll be delighted with the scenery.
 If joining the Shrine doesn't make you happy 1t will at least cause you to forget other miseries.
 Come early and go home when you
 If you hear an unusual commotion just duck and smile; don't ask what 1t means.
 Don't ask for anything; you will get all that is coming to you, and then some.
 "The novice who makes good is the one who removes the gag and says give me the limit.
 Don't try to bluff; the patrol will be sure to call you. Don't worry about time We will let you know when we are through "Take your medicine cheerfully--re- member we are the doctors--and the consultation fee Is $50. "We will do unto you as others have done unto us.
 The novice who expects much will mot be disappointed; if you are better not tell the director.'' The official divan is as follows: THE OFFICIAL DIVAN | J. U. Ray. potentate: Edward l.. Keiser, chief rabban; +. c. Shepard, Jr., assist (Continued on Page EishD