Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: December 2000/January 2001

Features

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Elks Achieve Major Milestone: $3 Billion in Charitable Contributions

GER Dwayne E. Rumney announces a landmark achievement for the Order!

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Iceland: Melting the Myth

The secret is out--the land of fire and ice is a geological marvel filled with breathtaking scenery and warm, friendly people. Start packing your bags! Sylvia McNair

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Reinstating Royalty

The American chestnut's decline and imminent return to glory is an epic tale filled with heroes and a very tenacious villain. Can the chestnut ever regain its crown? Phillip Meeks

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Night Vision Technology: A Military Invention Enters Civilian Life

Night vision devices are quickly becoming an indispensable tool for law enforcement and a godsend for people suffering from some degenerative eye diseases. Tom Gibson

Departments

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Message from the GER: Heartwarming Holidays

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It's Your Business: The High-Wire Act of Communicating

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Travels of the GER: On Tour with Dwayne E. Rumney

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Elks National Foundation: Joy of Giving

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News of the Lodges: Elks Care--Elks Share

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Veterans: Elks National Veterans Service Commission

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Drug Awareness: Every Child Can Be Reached

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Elks Christmas Charities

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Conventions: News of the State Associations