Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: September 2002

Features

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The Acceptance Speech of Roger R. True

In his first address to the BPOE at the 138th National Convention in Reno, Grand Exalted Ruler Roger True outlines his vision for making the world's greatest fraternal organization even stronger.

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All That Food and All That Jazz: New Orleans

Whether you call it the Crescent city, the Big Easy, or simply "N'alluns," our travel author Patricia McNair says that visitors who enter the city need to be prepared for at least one thing--to have a great time. By Patricia Ann McNair

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The Joy of Being Organized

Ever dream about sitting on the couch all day and doing absolutely nothing? Perhaps that fantasy could become a reality if you'd only get organized. Fin out just how simple it is to join the ranks of the lazy. By William Lynott

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Explosion on the Mississippi: The Sultana Disaster

In April 1865 more than 1,700 Union soldiers, recently released from Confederate prison camps, climbed aboard the steamship Sultana to be reunited with their wives and families. Tragically, most of them never made it home. By Jack Bellin

Departments

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Message from the GER: Spreading the Word

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It's Your Business: Don't Delay Long-Term Care Planning

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Healthline: Is That Your Final Answer?

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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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Travels of the GER: On Tour with Arthur Mayer Jr.

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Drug Awareness: Playing It Safe

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Joy of Giving: Rewarding Leadership

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Conventions: News of the State Associations