Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: September 2018

Features

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The Acceptance Speech of Michael T. Luhr

At the 2018 Grand Lodge Convention in San Antonio, Texas, GER-elect Michael T. Luhr announced his theme for the coming year: Working Together to Make a Difference.

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Rowland H. Macy, Department Store Pioneer, by Phyllis Raybin Emert

The founder of Macy’s department store endured a number of business failures before he developed the innovative practices that brought about his success.

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The 2018 Elks National Hoop Shoot Finals, by Aneeta Brown

In its 46th year, the Elks National Hoop Shoot Finals continues to educate children on the value of hard work and the importance of community involvement.

Departments

4

Message of 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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News of the Lodges

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Supporting Our Troops

38

Elks National Veterans Service Commission

44

Elks Drug Awareness Program

50

Elks National Foundation

52

State Major Projects

54

State Association News