Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: June 2011

Features

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Magic on Wings of Air:The Golden Age of Radio, by William J. Lynott

The golden age of radio revolutionized home entertainment and made shows like Fibber McGee and Molly and stars like Rudy Vallee a part of the American social fabric.

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Bernard J. Cigrand:The Father of Flag Day, by Buzz Brandt

Thanks to Bernard Cigrand, who spent his life working to establish June 14 as Flag Day, Americans have a special day to honor the US flag.

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All-American Lodge: Escanaba, MI, by Aneeta Brown

Once called the "Crown Jewel of the North," the Escanaba Lodge is defined by its generosity and community involvement.

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Elks 147th Grand Lodge Session--Phoenix, Arizona, 2011, by Philip Hartigan

The BPO Elks will meet to set the plans for major changes to the Order this year in Phoenix, a city with much to offer.

Departments

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Message from the GER

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It's Your Business, by Timothy Middleton

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Healthline, by Elizabeth A. Reid MD

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Travels of the GER

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New of the Lodges

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Elks National Veterans Service Commission

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Elks National Foundation Joy of Giving

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Elks Drug Awareness Program