United Supreme Council
History
Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring different perspectives and are willing to take risks. The United Supreme Council, AASRM, 33rd And Last Degree Of Freemasonry, For The Southern and Western Masonic Jurisdiction, USA emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the masonic community, and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. Established in 1869, we are an organization driven by progressive ideas, bold actions, and a strong foundation of support. The following pioneers were devoted to "Making Good Men Better."
SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDERS OF THE UNITED SUPREME COUNCIL, A.A.S.R.M., 33°,
FOR THE PAST ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-NINE (149) YEARS.
APRIL 5, 1869 - 2018
ILL. Edward G. Thomas, 33° 1869 - 1875
ILL. Rev. James Handy, 33° 1875 - 1878
ILL. Thornton A. Jackson, (DC) 33°/96° 1878 - 1881
ILL. Rev. James A. Handy, 33° 1881 - 1889
ILL. Thornton A. Jackson, (DC) 33°/96° 1889 - 1895
ILL. John G. Jones, 33° (IL) 1895 - 1914
ILL. Dr. B.H. Stillyard, 33° (WV) 1914 - 1916
ILL. H.T. Broadus, 33° (PA) 1916 - 1921
ILL. Charles T. Hamilton, 33° (PA) 1921 - 1936
ILL. John H. Campbell 33° (PA) 1936 - 1942
ILL. Dr. Malachi H. Johnson, 33° (OH) 1942 - 1949
ILL. Earl Perry, 33° (DC) 1949 - 1951
ILL. John C. Dance, 33° 1951 -
ILL. Clinton H. Cole, 33° (IL) 19
ILL. Isaac O. Huffman, 33° (NY)
ILL. Arthur J. Mack, 33° (
ILL. Dr. Augustus P. Sutton, 33°/96° (NY) 1978 - 1999
ILL. Kenneth M. Yates, 33° (FL) 1999 - 2000 **
ILL. Dr. Ledell Veal, 33° (MS) 2000 - 2016
ILL. Rev./Dr. Larry D. Spires, 33° (IL) 2016 -
** Served but never was elected.