Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: November 2004

Features

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Cover Photo: Orange County, California, by Morey Milbradt

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Taking the Slow Lane in Eastern Kentucky, by Philip Hartigan and Patricia Ann McNair

Mists and hollers, pioneers and family feuds--Kentucky's Appalachian region maintains its own pace and a rich past.

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The Neighbor You Never Knew, by Linda McMaken

Ordinary heroes who came home from war pass their stories on to future generations.

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Great Balls of Fire! The Piano is 300 Years Old, by Victor M. Parachin

One of the world's most popular instruments has been eveolving for three centuries, and it still sounds grand.

Departments

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Message from the GER

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It's Your Business--Web Sites Influence Cusomers, by John Behrens

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Travels of the GER--On Tour with James M. McQuillan

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Healthline--"Tis the Season for Extra Vigilance, by Bruce Paterson

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News of the Lodges: Elks Care--Elks Share

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News of the State Conventions

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Elks National Veterans Service Commission

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Elks National Foundation--Joy of Giving

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Drug Awareness--Saying No to Drugs . . . Saying Yes to Fun