Elks Magazine Online

Archive Issue: June 2006

Features

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News of the Lodges

As another school year ends, Elks reward students for their academic achievements, their patriotism, and their community spirit. And those lodge Dictionary projects keep on rolling.

22

GER Jim Grillo Visits Washington, DC

The Elks national president meets with administration officials and congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle to brief them on Elks' programs for youth, veterans, and handicapped children.

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The Glory of Board Games, by Karen Sutherland And Mark Hagland

From checkers to chess to Scrabble--the origins of some of the world's favorite pastimes are explored.

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2006 Grand Lodge Convention City: Orlando, Florida by Mark Hagland

What to do and see in the theme-park capital of the world, plus adventures in central Florida.

Departments

4

Message from the GER

6

Travels of the GER--On Tour with Jim Grillo

8

It's Your Business, by Timothy Middleton

10

Healthline, by Elizabeth A. Reid

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Elks National Veterans Service Commission

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Drug Awareness

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Elks National Foundation--Joy of Giving