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SYRIA SHRINERS PROVOST GUARD

Once again it is time to advise the Oasis of Syria what Pavilion (some of us found out they actually liked the Blues), then
and how the Provost Guard has been helping serve our on to the Kennywood Family Picnic where we intimidated the rain
hospitals, and Syria Our job of providing safety and into going away for the day. We traveled to Virginia Beach for
security can be very rewarding. Over the years the MASA and performed our duties there and as always we all had a
Provost Guard has assisted with many, many events. This great time. Aw then there comes our Circus, at his writing it hasn’t
past summer has been particularly rewarding. occurred yet, but we expect a fun time along with keeping an eye
These are a few of the details we have helped with, It on everyone safety.
started with providing safety and security at the Shrine The Provost Guard Unit has openings at the present time, if you
Center for the quarterly meetings then the Wine Festival wish to be a part of it. To be eligible you must be in good standing
which continues to grow, Our Picnic honoring our with Syria and have an interest in providing safety and security. For
Potentate which we combined with Caravan 16 & 20 for a more information or an application please contact Captain Mike
great day. It was now time for the Syria Sports Bash and, Wickerham at 412-889-1601 or PG Secretary Ray Petronio PC at
the Spring Ceremonial these were long days but worth it 412-818-2848 Submitted by Ray Petronio PC Secretary Provost
all. In July we had the pleasure of providing safety and Guard
security for Pittsburgh Blues & Roots Festival at our

Please be reminded that the Recorder's
Office MUST be notified of any and all parades
you may be participating in. A simple email will
suffice, but we must have prior record of your
involvement so you may be assured of insurance
coverage. Send it to:
"syriarecorder@gmail.com” and please put the
word "PARADE" in the subject line. A letter or
memo to this office will also be sufficient.

Fraternally,
George W. Polnar, P.P., Recorder

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