Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: March 2010

Features

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President Who? James K. Polk, by Gerald C. Hammon

Once blamed by historians for causing the Civil War, James K. Polk is now considered one of America's "near-great" presidents.

40

The Cedar Grove, New Jersey, Lodge: An All-American Lodge, by Aneeta Brown

The Cedar Grove, New Jersey, Elks have an all-American family spirit that fuels successful fund-raising events and attracts new members.

46

Elks National Veterans Service Commission

So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.

58

Elks Drug Awareness Program

Elks volunteers raise drug awareness by visiting schools, holding contests, and attending local events.

Departments

4

Message from the GER

6

Travels of the GER

10

A Candidate for Grand Exalted Ruler

14

It's Your Business, by William J. Lynott

16

Healthline, by Elizabeth A. Reid, M.D.

18

News of the Lodges

55

Elks National Foundation Joy of Giving