It will be a day for testimonials for two Grand Masters on Saturday, Sept. 5. James L. Ernette, R.W. Grand Master of Pennsylvania, and Ross Van Ness Bayer, M.W. Grand Master of New Jersey, will be honored at a very special testimonial in the Harrisburg Hilton. There will hors d'oeuvres, dinner, dancing, and commemorative memorabilia.

The two affable Grand Masters have been long-time friends; both are law enforcement veterans, progressed through their respective Grand Lodge lines together, and are jovial counterparts. The New Jersey Grand Master, however, commands a noticeable size advantage, while the Pennsylvania Grand Master is lighter -- and maybe faster -- on his feet. The Master of Ceremonies for the event will be Judge and Bro. Seamus McCaffrey of the Philadelphia Municipal Court, who is also a former police officer.

You and your lady are invited, said Robert L. Plata, the Chairman of the Guest Committee of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, who is coordinating the arrangements for the event. Seating will be limited, so reserve early. The cost is $25 a person, and tickets can be ordered from the Office of the Grand Master, using the coupon in the printed edition of The Pennsylvania Freemason or print this page on your printer, complete and mail. For more information, call 1-800-462-0430, Ext. 1928.