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48 2011 Grand Lodge
Convention Highlights
Grand Lodge delegates met in Phoenix, Arizona, to discuss the future of Elkdom and take steps to strengthen the Order.
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American Doughnut Once relatively rare in the United States, doughnuts have become popular American treats thanks to the Salvation Army— and possibly the BPO Elks. BUZZ BRANDT
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October 2011 VOL. 90, No. 4 Official publication of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America, a fraternal organization.
4 Message from the GER On Tour with Michael F. Smith They Want Your Identity
Fatty Livers 8 News of the Lodges Elks Care—Elks Share 62 Elks National Veterans Service Commission
70 Elks Drug Awareness Program 76 Elks National Foundation
Joy of Giving 77 State Association News Conventions Cover: Lee Jungyeol/TongRo Image Stock/Corbis
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Our American Oak Tree Oak trees in the United States have provided everything from shade for picnics to wood for warships and are a vital part of the American experience. PAT SCANLON
A City at Two Rivers: Paducah, Kentucky
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A modern American river city, Paducah offers visitors a host of rich cultural experiences. PATRICIA ANN MCNAIR
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JAMES M. MCQUILLAN Chairman
KENNETH L. MOORE Vice Chairman
ARTHUR H. FROST III Treasurer
F. LOUIS SULSBERGER Secretary
LESTER C. HESS JR. Assistant Secretary
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JAMES W. DAMON ROBERT J. SABIN TED CALLICOTT DONALD D. DAPELO FRANK O. GARLAND
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