July/August 2000

Features

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Swishes, Suspense, and History Served Up at the 28th Annual Elks "Hoop Shoot" Finals

Seventy-two primed-for-glory youths descended on a gymnasium in late April to see who would be the six 2000 Elks "Hoop Shoot" champs of champs.

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Los Alamos, NV, Lodge Braves Fire to Provide Food

The Elks at Los Alamos Lodge are not ones to ignore a fire alarm, as their valiant actions during the Cerro Grande Fire tell.

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There's No Place Like the Elks National Home

No, it's not a secret, sot ake note. The Elks National Home, the retirement community of the BPOE, is nothing less than a terrific place to live.

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Patriotic Stamps Unvieled and Dedicated at the Elks Veterans Memorial

On Flag Day, the Order played host to the U.S. Postal Service as it held a dedication ceremony for the new postage stamps that celebrate the U.S. flag.

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The Sights and Sounds of Mexico City

Don't forget to pack your senses before you board your plane for Mexico City--you'll be sure to want them. Sylvia McNair

Departments

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Healthline: Is Eye Surgery for You?

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It's Your Business: "You've Got Mail" . . . And More Is Coming

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Travels of the GER: On Tour with James C. Varenhorst

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News of the Lodges: Elks Care--Elks Share

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Elks National Foundation: Joy of Giving

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Information: Did You Know?

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Veterans: Elks National Veterans Service Commission

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Drug Awareness: Youths In the Know

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Conventions: News of the State Associations