October 2000

Features

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Convention Highlights

The 136th Grand Lodge Session in Dallas, Texas, brought together a great number of Elks who rejoiced in the Order's triumphs of charity and elected a new Grand Exalted Ruler. Staff Report

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A Short Tale of Three Cities

Looking to vacation in a metropolis that has an international edge but isn't too far from home? Canada, our northern neighbor, offers a trio of dandy options. Sylvia McNair

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News of the Lodges: Elks Care--Elks Share

With humble openhandedness, Elks Lodges continue to heed the call to service and volunteerism.

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The First Singing Cowboy

Entertainer, entrepreneur, even military man during wartime, Gene Autry was and remains an icon of Americana, to say the least. Victor Parachin

Departments

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Message from the GER: High Hopes

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Healthline: Is a Plane Really Safer Than a Car?

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It's Your Business: Planning Is Critical to All Ages Today

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Elks National Foundation: Joy of Giving

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Information: Did You Know?

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Drug Awareness: Good Times, Safe Times

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Veterans: Elks National Veterans Service Commission

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Conventions: News of the State Associations