Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: June 2000

Features

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The Texas Star Shines on the Elks

Dallas, Big D, the Texas Star--whatever you call it the host city of the 2000 Grand Lodge Convention will delight you with its considerable offerings and attractionns. And don't forget to bring your ten-gallon hat! Andrew Moore

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Grand Exalted Ruler Varenhorst Visits Washington, D.C.

The annual sojurn of the Grand Exalted Ruler in the country's capital again went exceptionally well, as GER James Varenhorst talked with many government representatives about Elkdom and let them know that we're on the side of the good guys. Staff Report

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A Saga of Epic Heroism

The effects of the struggle to contain the Communists during the Korean War spanned the globe. With the 50th anniversary of the war's outbreak upon us, now's the time to remember why we fought as well as those who fought. B. Gordon Wheeler

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Veterans: Elks National Veterans Service Commission

The Order marches on in its mission to bring comfort and kindness to veterans everywhere.

Departments

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Message from the GER: Our Patriotism Proves "Elks Care--Elks Share"

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It's Your Business: Terminating the Retirement Earnings Test a Good Step

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Healthline: Does Your Brushing Need More Power?

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Obituary: PGER Gerald Strohm, 1910-2000

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Elks National Foundation: Joy of Giving

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

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Information: Did You Know?

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News of the Lodges: Elks Care--Elks Share

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Drug Awareness: Just Use Your Imagination