Work To Begin on New Detroit Mish., Home

Detroit, Mich., Lodge No, 34, expects to. begin actual work on its new Home on the northeast comer of Lafayette Boulevard and Cass Avenue early this spring. The new structure, which will embody all that is finest in club Homes, will cost $1,500,000. This amount, with the price paid for the site, will give Detroit Lodge a $2,000,000 Home. Arrangements have been completed for financing the project and the final architectural plans are being considered. By March or April ground will be broken and the new Home will begin to rise at the intersection of two streets that are destined to be among the finest in Detroit. The new building will stand in the heart of the downtown district and the edifice will do justice m every respect to its superb location. According to tentative plans, the entrance will be on Lafayette Boulevard, with stores on this side and on Cass Avenue, giving the Lodge a source of revenue from its building that will in no wise detract from its utility and beauty.

Pueblo, Colo., Lodge a Leader in Community Welfare Work

During the past year Pueblo, Colo., Lodge No. 90 has continued to do a large amount of laudable welfare work. One of its chief activities has been the organization of a Boy Scout troop made up of boys of foreign parentage. These youngsters, to begin with, were really foreigners themselves but have become, through this medium and the supervision of the Lodge, thoroughly Americanized. The troop meets at the Home of the Lodge every Friday night to go through its drills and to enjoy special entertainments of various kinds provided by the Lodge. Another good work which is being done, is the weekly distribution of magazines to the hospitals, child-welfare organizations and the orphanages. Evey year on Christmas Eve the Pueblo County Poor Farm is visited and presents distributed, carols are sung and other entertainment is provided. The Lodge also takes a lively interest in the Salvation Army, the Red Cross and the Boy Scouts Council, cooperating with these organizations in many ways.

Grand Exalted Ruler Will Dedicate New Home of Newark, N. J., Lodge

The new Home of Newark, N. J., Lodge No. 21, at Broad and Camp Streets, facing Lincoln Park, will be formally dedicated on Sunday, February 1, in the presence of Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price, and a large number of other Grand Lodge Officers. An elaborate program for the dedication and opening of the Home has been arranged by a special committee and provides for a public inspection on Saturday, January 31, the dedication services and banquet on February i, and a musicale and reception for the members and their families on Monday afternoon and evening, February 2. During these three days no business whatsoever will be transacted in the new building. The actual business operations will be started officially on Tuesday, February 3. On Saturday, January 31, the public will be invited to visit and inspect the Home—the hours from 12 noon till 10 P. M. being set aside for that purpose. The formal dedication exercises will be held in the new Lodge room described as the most beautiful and most artistic Lodge room in the country, at 4 o'clock Sunday afternoon, February 1. This ceremony will be attended by members of the Order only—and will be in charge of the officers of Newark Lodge. Grand Exalted Ruler Price and members of his staff will participate in this program. At 7 o'clock the Dedication Banquet will be held. All of the Exalted Rulers of the Lodges in New Jersey; the four District Deputy Grand Exalted Rulers of the State, and the President and Past Presidents of the New Jersey State Elks Association, and many other distinguished members of the Order will be guests of Newark Lodge on this occasion. On Monday—the third day of the celebration, the afternoon and evening will be given over to the members of Newark Lodge and their families exclusively. An interesting program of organ, orchestra and vocal music will be arranged for the afternoon and evening, the hours being from 2 to 5 and 8 to 10 o'clock. Buffet luncheon and supper will be served at the conclusion of each program. Ground was broken for the new Home on April 7, 1923. and the cornerstone was laid on October 6 of the same year. It is one of the most beautiful structures in the city, costing close to $1,500.000.

Concord, Mass,, Lodge Helps Raise Hospital Endowment Fund

Members of Concord, Mass., Lodge No. 1479, have been very active during the past few months on behalf of a drive recently completed for a $150,000 endowment fund for the Emerson Hospital in Concord. The Lodge is represented in the newly formed hospital corporation by its Exalted Ruler G. F. A. Mulcahy who is Secretary and a member of the Executive Committee. Esteemed Leading Knight Benjamin Derby and Trustee Joseph M. M. Appleby are also members of the corporation which is composed of thirty citizens of the community. The Lodge is at present making plans for its anniversary banquet and dance to be held on Lincoln's Birthday. This will be the first anniversary of the institution of Concord Lodge. A committee of thirty is also perfecting arrangements for the mammoth Fair and Bazaar which the Lodge will stage late in May.

Grand Exalted Ruler Price Pays Visits to Lancaster, Ohio, Lodge

The recent visit of Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price to Lancaster, Ohio, Lodge No. 570 marked the first time in its history that it had the honor of entertaining a head of the Order. Elaborate plans had been perfected for the reception, and the banquet and meeting were impressive in every detail. Mr. Price was accompanied by District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler James A. Allen and several officers and members of Columbus, Ohio, Lodge No. 37. In his after-dinner talk the Grand Exalted Ruler emphasized the need of Social and Community Welfare work and complimented Lancaster Lodge on its achievement in this field. Over 200 members and visitors were present at the meeting which was one of the most enthusiastic ever held in the Home.

Exalted Rulers and Secretaries of California South Central Meet

The Exalted Rulers and Secretaries of Lodges in California South Central recently met at the Home of Pasadena, Calif., Lodge No. 672, in response to a call sent out by District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Horace H. Quimby. Many matters concerning the Subordinate Lodges were discussed in detail, much stress was placed on Social and Community Welfare work, and the Lodges requested to take part in all civic work where the community at large would be benefited.

Everett, Wash., Lodge Plans to Celebrate Dedication of New Home

The new Home of Everett, Wash Lodge No 479, will be finished and ready for dedication sometime in February. Extensive plans are being perfected to celebrate the occasion with proper ceremony and festivities. The plans at present call for a three-day period of merry-making, one day of which will be given over to the initiation of a class of candidates numbering close to 200.

Allentown, Pa., Lodge Dines Victorious College Football Team

Allentown, Pa., Lodge No. 130, recently entertained the coaches and players of the victorious football team of Muhlenberg College. A banquet was served in the Home, after which short addresses were made by various members of the team. A vaudeville show, special music and a supper wound up a delightful evening. Members of the Lodge's Antler Guard and Bugle Corps were recently hosts at a banquet given to the members of the cast of the show recently staged by them. About 150 people, including friends of those who took part in the performances, were present. After the banquet a dance was held in the Lodge's ballroom.

Mangum, Okla., Lodge Looks Forward To Building Own Home

Mangum, Okla., Lodge No. 1169, has renewed the lease on its present quarters and will occupy them for five years more. Extensive alterations and improvements are being made and the rooms will be redecorated throughout. The Lodge has created a Building Fund which should be of sufficient size at the expiration of the present lease to allow it to begin building a permanent Home of its own. Mangum Lodge has been very active the past year in welfare work, especially in connection with the Boy Scouts and Camp Fire Girls which it has helped materially on various occasions.

Successful Minstrel Show for Benefit of Crippled Children

The big minstrel show, recently staged by Trenton, N. J., Lodge No. 105 for the benefit of the Crippled Children's Fund, was a huge success. It was one of the best attended shows ever conducted by the Lodge, the public responding very generously and in many cases purchasing patrons' tickets for S25.00, $50.00 and $ioo.co. Close to $7,000 was realized by the show. Performances were given later at the Hopewell Orphanage, the New Jersey Children's Home, Union Industrial Home, Odd Fellows' Home, Widows' and Single Women's Home, Municipal Colony and at all of the Day Nurseries.

District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Erb Guest of Fort Madison, Iowa, Lodge

Visiting members from many parts of the county were present at the Home of Fort Madi son, Iowa, Lodge No. 374, on the occasion of the installation of its new Exalted Ruler P. H. Penrod, who had been elected to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of H. A. Park. Among the distinguished visitors was District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Edward A. Erb of Burling ton, Iowa, Lodge No. 84, who delivered an interesting address to the gathering. Following the installation a duck supper was served to visitors.

Minneapolis, Minn., Lodge Will Raise Funds for New Armory

Minneapolis, Minn., Lodge No. 44, recently went on record as unanimously in favor of accepting an offer made by the Armory Board of the city to assist in raising funds to keep the Armory open for the use of the State Militia which is located in Minneapolis and which must have convenient quarters if its existence is to continue. Heretofore the city appropriated the necessary funds and an equal amount was donated by the State. The city failing to make the necessary appropriation this year, the $4,000 needed for the maintenance of the Armory must be raised otherwise. It is the plan at present to present a large circus or similar entertainment at the Armory sometime in March, and Minneapolis Lodge, with the assistance of the members of the 151st Field Artillery, will see to it that the needed funds are raised in this way.

Fort Smith, Ark., Lodge Looks After Sick Newsboy

Thanks to the benevolence of Fort Smith, Ark., Lodge No. 341, a little newsboy of the city who is suffering from tuberculosis of the bone, will be constantly supplied with fresh milk and have a real chance to win back his health. The youngster had been ill for sometime at his home in the city's settlement district and was showing such slow improvement that the county physician had prescribed plenty of rest and wholesome food. The boy's parents are very poor and because of the high price of feed, a cow, which was owned by the family, was about to be sold. This would have meant that the child could not have a sufficient amount of good, fresh milk daily. Two welfare workers, appreciating the serious ness of his condition, applied to Fort Smith Lodge for assistance in feeding the cow and as a result the Lodge is now supplying bran and other feed stuff and will continue to do so as long as necessary.

Harding Memorial in Woodland Park Nearing Completion

Construction has been started on the Harding Memorial, which will be erected under the auspices of Seattle, Wash., Lodge No. .92, on the spot where the late President delivered his address to 50,000 boys a few days before he passed away in San Francisco. It was originally planned to have the Memorial take the form of a statue of Mr. Harding, but this idea was modified to make tie Memorial more utilitarian. The plans as now drawn provide for a stand, which may be used as a rostrum in case of public meetings, at the rear of which will be a stone tablet with an embossed representation of the President delivering the oath of allegiance to the assembled youngsters. It is expected that the Memorial will be completed and the dedicatory ceremony held some time in April.

Work Progresses on New Home Of Oakland, Calif, Lodge

Another great monument to the spirit of the Order and a symbol of its growth and prosperity is being erected by Oakland, Calif., Lodge No. 171, on its recently acquired site at Twentieth Street and Broadway. This new Home, which will cost over a million dollars when completed, will be one of the most impressive buildings in the city. The main structure will be nearly as high as the First National Bank building and the tower eight stories higher, making it the tallest building in the community. All the rooms will be spacious and exquisitely furnished. The Lodge-room will be especially magnificent and so will the Assembly Hall with a seating capacity of 1,000. Briefly, the building is being designed on the following lines:

Basement—Two elevators, elevator-lobby, well-ventilated locker-room, shower baths, two regulation handball courts, four perfectly equipped bowling alleys, room for the Big Brothers Band, club commissary, boiler and blower-rooms, and space for stores above. First Floor—Stores on Broadway and Twentieth streets, lobby, elevators and locker rooms. Mezzanine—Well-lighted gymnasium, lockers, showers, and janitors' room. Second Floor—Lounging-room, library, officers' room, office, dining-room, kitchen, hat and coat room, ladies' and gentlemen's retiring rooms, and balcony. Third Floor—Billiard rooms and upper kitchen. Fourth Floor—Assembly-room, preparation room, property-room. Lodge-room with ante room, cloak-room, check-room, ladies' and gentlemen's retiring-rooms, and ladies' restroom. Fifth Floor—Promenade, three store-rooms, projecting-room, organ loft, space overlooking Lodge and assembly hall. Sixth to Twelfth Floors—Living-rooms with either bathrooms or showers. Thirteenth Floor—Blower-room and other necessary equipment.

Testimonial Banquet Given to District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Clark

Over 400, including representatives of Lodges in New York, South-East and many distinguished members of the Order, were present at the banquet recently given at the Hotel Commodore in New York City by Mount Vernon, N. Y., Lodge No. 842, in honor of District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler William C. Clark. Hon. Sydney A. Syme, Past District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler and Past Exalted Ruler of Mount Vernon Lodge, acted as Toastmaster, introducing the following speakers; Hon. James A. Farley, President of the New York State Elks Association; Past District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Frederick A. Hughes; Hon. Murray Hulbert, member of the Grand Lodge Committee on Social and Community Welfare, and Judge A. W. Glatzmayer, Past District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler. Each of the speakers paid a splendid tribute to the guest of honor both as a public servant with a fine record of achievement and as a tireless and loyal worker for the good of the Order. Particularly impressive at the close of the banquet was the speech made by Louis A. Fisher, Exalted Ruler of Mount Vernon Lodge, on presenting Mr. Clark on behalf of the Lodge with a copy of a poem written by Mrs. Clark and dedicated to her husband. The poem, engraved on parchment and beautifully framed, was given to Mr. Clark as a token that carried with it the thoughts of many who had gathered to pay him tribute.

Over $80,000 Spent by Lodges for Charity in Massachusetts

Lodges in Massachusetts last year spent over $80,000 for charity, not counting eight Lodges out of the fifty-six who did not report their expenditures. These figures speak for themselves of the wonderful work the Order is doing in this State alone. This year, at the suggestion of Past Grand Exalted Ruler James R. Nicholson, the Massachusetts State Elks Association will award a prize to the Lodge spending the largest per capita amount for charity, the records of the various Lodges as received and published by the Grand Lodge to be the basis for this award. Last year Leominster Lodge No. 1237 had the highest rating with a per capita expenditure of $12.36.

Blind of Wyoming Valley Guests of Wilkes-Barre Lodge

The blind of Wyoming Valley were recently guests of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Lodge No. 109, at the second annual concert given for their benefit at the Home of the Lodge. The guests were taken to and from the Home in cars furnished by the members, close to forty machines being used to transport all those who attended. The concert was even more successful than the first one given last year and the idea of making it an annual event received further endorsement by the enthusiastic appreciation of the guests and members who were present.

Virginia State Elks Association Plans Welfare Work

Lodges in Virginia will establish and maintain a permanent haven for crippled children, the blind or tubercular, if action taken by the officers of the Virginia State Elks Association at a recent meeting in Richmond is approved by the Association when it holds its next convention. Though no particular institution was decided upon at the meeting in Richmond, plans covering the establishment of various charities in this held will be worked out for presentation to the membership of the Association later in the year.

Four Active Musical Units Supported by This Lodge

Chattanooga, Tenn., Lodge No. 91, is one of the leaders in things musical throughout the South. In addition to its saxophone band, recently enlarged to 8 pieces, the Lodge has a senior band of 42 members; a junior band of 59, and a little symphony orchestra of 22 members. Each of these musical units is a variable asset to the lodge and takes part in many public functions.

Mother Lodge is Active In Welfare Work

Many important community activities are being undertaken by New York, N. Y., Lodge No. 1, that will surpass the fine record established by It the past year. During that time the Lodge conducted the orphan children of various in situations to the baseball games, where they experienced the same thrill which comes to the more fortunate boys and girls of the city. More than 300 crippled boys and girls from the city hospitals were cheered and heartened by a day of merriment at Coney Island Entertainments were provided the patients of various hospitals. The sum of $5,000 was donated as a permanent endowment to the Hospital for Joint Diseases. On Thanksgiving many were taken care of, and on Christmas several thousand baskets of food were distributed, and clothing, toys and entertainment were provided for close to 10,000 children of the poor.

Carnival of Queens Borough, N. Y., Lodge Netted Over $71,000

The eight-day carnival recently conducted by Queens Borough, N. Y., Lodge No. 878, netted more than $71,000 for the fund out of which its new Home has been furnished. The carnival was one of the most successful ever conducted by a Lodge in the East, the gross receipts being over $100,000. Elaborate plans have been perfected by the Lodge for the celebration which will mark the first meeting in the new Home on February 3.

Members of Hawaiian Lodges Have Enjoyable Meeting

By special dispensation of District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler William Hussman, Past Exalted Ruler of Hilo, Hawaii, Lodge No. 759, permission was recently granted Honolulu, Hawaii, Lodge No. 616, to hold a session in Hilo, the occasion being the initiation of a large class and the exchange of fraternal greetings between the two Lodges. The meeting was held in the National Guard Armory and close to 200 officers and members were present. Exalted Ruler William L. Lederer of Honolulu Lodge presided at the meeting, and Past Exalted Ruler Howard Hathaway of Everett, Wash., Lodge No. 479, made the principal address of the session. Past Exalted Rulers of Honolulu and Hilo Lodge also addressed the large gathering. Preceding the meeting at the Armor>- there was a colorful parade of the members which all Hilo turned out to see. The merchants of the city had decorated their windows in honor of the event so that the streets were gay with American flags and purple and white streamers. The next large meeting of this kind is scheduled for the second week in November when all Elks in the territory will be invited to share the hospitality of Honolulu Lodge. It is planned to have similar meetings every year.

Freeport, N. Y., Lodge Offers Cup In Ritualistic Contest

In accordance with the recommendation of the New York State Elks Association, Freeport, N. Y., Lodge No. 1253, has invited all Elk Lodges on Long Island to enter a ritualistic contest for a beautiful loving cup. The winner of this trophy will represent Long Island in the Ritualistic contest of the Association to be held at its next annual meeting,

Texas Southwest Holds Successful District Meeting

More than forty delegates, representing eleven Lodges of Texas Southwest District, met recently at the Home of San Antonio Lodge No. 216 and discussed matters concerning Subordinate Lodges and the good of the Order in general. The delegates, including Exalted Rulers and Secretaries and other representatives of the Lodges in the district, were called together by District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Jack R. Burke. It was one of the most successful and beneficial district conferences held in recent years. Following the business sessions the visitors were honor guests at a luncheon and vaudeville entertainment, and witnessed the initiation of a number of candidates by the officers of San Antonio Lodge.

Work Begun on Million-Dollar Home Of Sacramento, Calif., Lodge

Ground was recently broken for the magnificent new Home which Sacramento, Calif., Lodge No. 6 is erecting at Eleventh and J Streets. The ceremony and the accompanying exercises were most impressive and took place at the culmination of a New Membership campaign which added close to 500 names to the roster of the Lodge. A committee of the Building Association, ac companied by Exalted Ruler Marco S. Zarick and the architect Leonard Starks, recently visited San Francisco, where a number of buildings were inspected and much helpful information gathered. Especially profitable was the visit to the office of Past Grand Exalted Ruler William M. Abbott, who went into much detail concerning the problems being worked out by San Francisco Lodge in the construction of its new Home. The building which is being erected by Sacra mento Lodge mil be one of the most imposing in the Order. The structure will cost $650,000 and $50,000 additional will be spent on the furnishings. The building site was purchased some time ago by the Lodge for $150,000.

Toledo, Ohio, Lodge Gives Cabin To Boy Scouts

The Boy Scout Troop, sponsored by Toledo, Ohio, Lodge No. 53, is now sharing its cabin at the Reservation with the less fortunate members of other troops. This is due to the action taken recently by Toledo Lodge in turning over to the Toledo Council, Boy Scouts of America, the handsome Scout cabin which the Lodge had built for its own troop. This gift to the Council means that fifty or more boys will now find constant pleasure in its use, where only a small number used it when it was owned exclusively by the Elk troop. The Scout authorities have expressed their appreciation of the gift in the heartiest terms.

Boston, Mass., Lodge Begins Work On New $3,000,000 Home

Boston, Mass., Lodge No. 10 has awarded the contract for its new Home and will start work immediately on its erection. The new building, costing $3,000,000, will stand in the heart of the theatre district and will be the last word in structures of this kind. The Building Committee, of which Exalted Ruler Daniel J. Kane is chairman, had planned to start the work immediately after the Grand Lodge Convention in that city last July, but it was necessary to postpone building and to change the plans of the structure because the city decided to widen the street on which the Home will be erected.

P. J. Brennan, Past Grand Treasurer, Passes Away January 10

It is with deep regret that we publish the news of the death, on January 10, of P. J. Bren nan of Denison, Texas, Lodge No. 238. Mr. Brennan, President of the National Bank of Denison, served the Order as a District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler twice, in 1910-11 and 1914-15. He was elected Grand Treasurer in 1919 and held the office for four successive years. His death followed a rather short illness.

Ballard, Wash., Lodge Has Novel Plan for Attendance

The Attendance Committee of Ballard, Wash., Lodge No. 827 has worked out a plan to make its meetings more attractive and to insure the presence of a large number of members. While similar in some respects to the "Zero Hour" idea practiced with such success in many Lodges, the plan has a novelty of its own which should make it very popular and effective. According to the plans of the Committee, each member of the Lodge will receive a personal request to attend Lodge on the meeting night during the week of his birthday, and he will be asked to donate a girt, either money or merchandise to be drawn for and given away at this meeting. The members so invited will be placed in the seats of honor and will be treated with royal favor. In the case of Ballard Lodge, the birthdays of the members are such that there will be from 15 to 35 gifts to be drawn for each meeting night. The members will be asked to. give only once a year and each will have a chance to be the lucky one. on forty-five meeting nights of the "year. - The cash contributed by the "birthday" members. will be pooled and given to one member, the various articles of merchandise, will be given out separately. The drawing will be made from a large box containing the names of all the members. Ten names will be called and the first member's name called who is present will be awarded the prize. In case ten names are called and no member is present the prize will be held over until the next meeting.

Valparaiso, Ind., Lodge Prepares for Meeting of Indiana State Elks

Valparaiso, Ind., Lodge No. 500 is already at work preparing plans for the entertainment of the Indiana State Elks Association which will hold its twenty-fourth annual meeting in that city next August. The sessions of the Association will be held in the new $250,000 Home of Valparaiso Lodge which will be dedicated some time in May.

Middletown, N. Y., Lodge Conducts Old-Time Charity Circus

All records for attendance at the big State Armory were broken recently when Middletown, N. Y., Lodge No. 1097 held its mammoth charity circus there. The show, lasting a full week, was one of the best ever Seen in the city. Tt was a genuine circus, with a side show, elephant, horses, ponies, monkeys, real red and blue circus seats and a host of special performers, clowns, etc. A most impressive sight was the free show on Saturday afternoon to the children. Not only were the youngsters of the city guests of the Lodge, but the orphans and cripples from Sussex, Port Jervis, Chester and Goshen were among the many who enjoyed the performance. A very substantial sum was realized by the circus, which will be devoted to relief work among the poor and needy of the city.

Colorado Springs, Colo., Lodge Launches "Safety First” Week

Colorado Springs, Colo., Lodge No. 309 has sponsored a "Safety First" week in-its city, the object of which will be to further the success of the campaign suggested by Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price to cut down the number of auto mobile accidents. Various other organizations in the city are cooperating in the movement, and the city itself, through the head of the Police Department, has put new ordinances into effect which will tend to reduce reckless driving. As a part of the campaign, motion-picture films released by the National Council of Safety will be shown in all the city picture houses, and speakers of prominence will be called in to address luncheon club meetings. At least 100 special police will be sworn in by the city to aid in the campaign. These men—selected from a list of reliable business men—will be supplied with cards on which to note violations of the traffic regulations as they drive through the city. These cards will be turned over to the police department, which will proceed to act against the offenders.

Bristol, Tenn., Lodge Active in Welfare Work—Building New Home

Bristol, Term., Lodge No. 232 has had a very active year in Social and Community Welfare work. It has supported -the work of the Red Cross, Salvation Anny, and Children's Home Society of Virginia, and has contributed money and entertainment to the Old Ladies' Home. At Thanksgiving and Christmas the poor of the city were remembered with gifts of food, candy and clothing. Bristol Lodge is also making headway with the building of its new Home, which will cost close to $150,000 when finished. Plans are now under consideration by the membership and actual work will be started in the early spring. The building will be erected on a beautiful two-acre lot which has been the property of the Lodge for some time.

Georgia State Elks Association Officers Meet in Albany

District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Robert L. Colding, G. P. Maggioni and Thomas B. Lamar, President and Secretary respectively of the Georgia State Elks Association, were recently the guests of honor at Albany, Ga., Lodge No. 713, where plans for the convention of the Association to be held in Savannah next May were discussed. The meeting was also the occasion of the initiation of a large class of candidates. The ceremony was held in the Municipal Auditorium and was impressively conducted by the officers and degree team of Atlanta, Ga., Lodge No. 78. A. H. Martin and Jesse Harris, Vice Presidents of the Association, and many other distinguished members from Lodges in adjoining States were also present.

Mid-Winter Session Held by Washington State Elks Association

Called by President Walter F. Meier, the Washington State Elks Association recently met for its mid-winter session at the Home of Seattle, Wash., Lodge No. 92. Among many important questions discussed at the meeting were plans to provide funds for crippled-children work; the proposed establishment and maintenance by the Elk Lodges of Washington of a convalescent Home for these unfortunates; plans for the Grand Lodge meeting to be held in Portland in July; the promotion of plans for the establishment of a Federal Game Preserve in the Olympic Mountains for the protection and perpetuation of wild game, particularly the elk; and plans for the State Convention to be held in Vancouver, Wash., in July. The meeting was well attended and much interest and enthusiasm were manifested by the delegates.

White Plains, N. Y., Lodge Dedicates New Home

The members of White Plains, N. Y., Lodge No. 535 are now occupying the first unit of their handsome new Home at 58 Hamilton Avenue. This structure, recently dedicated, will in a short time be enlarged by the addition of the second unit on which work will begin as soon as possible. The first unit is three stories high. In the basement are the grill-rooms, bowling alleys, and heating plant. On the first floor are located the dining-rooms, billiard and pool-rooms, kitchen, pantry and coat-rooms. The Lodge-room is on the next floor, which also contains office-rooms and serving-pantry. The third floor is at present used as the organ loft. The Lodge-room is one of the finest in the region. Its lighting is a special feature of interest, there being over 700 bulbs, colored red, blue, and amber, hidden in the moulding. These lights are controlled by switches, so that many different effects can be obtained. The dedication of the building was conducted by Past District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Hugh C. Harris of New Rochelle, N. Y., Lodge No. 756, who acted as District Deputy in the absence of William C. Clark. The principal address of the day was delivered by Past District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Fred Hughes, a charter member of White Plains Lodge, and its first Secretary. Many other distinguished members of the Order were present at the banquet, which preceded the dedication. Approximately 1,000members of White Plains Lodge and visiting Elks witnessed the ceremony, after which refreshments were served and the building and furnishings inspected by the members. When the two units of the new Home have been completed the whole will represent an investment on the part of White Plains Lodge of more than $230,000.

Funeral of Samuel Gompers Held at Mother Lodge

Accorded honors given few funeral trains of notable men, the train bearing the body of Samuel Gompers, President of the American Federation of Labor and member of Washington, D. C., Lodge No. 15, arrived in New York City on December 17 after its long journey from El Paso, Texas, where death had come upon the veteran labor leader. At the Pennsylvania Station, the great bronze casket, covered with an American flag from Fort Houston, was transferred to a waiting gun caisson and taken to the Home of New York Lodge No. 1. Here the body lay in state for twenty-four hours, and in that time no more than 20,000, rich and poor, came to the Lodge room for a last glimpse of the lost leader. On the following day in the presence of one of the most distinguished assemblages ever gathered in New York City, the last rites were performed. In the throng which filled the great Lodge room were Gov. Alfred E. Smith of New York, and his staff; Mayor John F. Hylan of New York City; Presi dent of the Board of Aldermen Murray Hulbert; Maj.-Gen. Robert Lee Bullard; Rear-Admiral Charles P. Plunkett; Acting Secretary of Labor E. J. Henning; Alton B. Parker, George W. Perkins, and national and international labor leaders. _ Men and women in all walks of life and representing all degrees of capital and labor were present when the obsequies began The services were begun with a recital of the 23rd Psalm by Rabbi Stephen S. Wise of the Central and Free Synagogue of New York City, and were followed by an eloquent tribute .to the life and achievements of Mr. Gompers. Labor's farewell, was voiced by James Duncan, First Vice-President of the Federation. The Ritual of the Order, which Mr. Gompers had wished might be said over him, brought the ceremonies to a close. It was conducted by Sol Tekulsky, Exalted Ruler of No. 1, and his fellow officers, assisted by James A. Balderson and William McCormack, Exalted Ruler and Treasurer respectively of Washington Lodge. Past Exalted Ruler of No. 1, William T. Phillips, delivered a beautiful eulogy and there were selections rendered by the Brunswick Quartette and a tenor solo by Walter Byron of the Lodge. At the close of the ceremony the casket was borne to its waiting hearse and the final Stage of the journey begun Interment was made at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, Tarry- town, N. Y., and m the soil of this historic ground, hallowed by the finest traditions of the country- he loved and served, Samuel Gompers found his last resting-place.

Massachusetts Lodge Active in Safer Highways Campaign

The “conservation of human life” campaign being waged for the purpose of making the highways safe for travel, and driving reckless autoists and speed maniacs off the roads, has been enthusiastically endorsed by every Lodge in the Massachusetts South East District since this idea of Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price was carried into that part of the Bay State by District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Timothy E. McCarthy. The campaign has also been highly recommended by practically every newspaper in Massachusetts, and several of the automobile associations have announced their intention of cooperating.

Home of San Francisco, Calif., Lodge Rapidly Nearing Completion

The new Home of San Francisco, Calif., Lodge No. 3, is fast approaching completion, and within a few months the members will be occupying a building the equal of any in the Order. At this time the work is particularly in the finishing stage and each day brings forth evidence of the many features which will make for the comfort and convenience of the members. Enumerating some of these: There will be a tiled swimming tank of salt water heated to the proper degree and equipped with purifying and filtering systems; showers; steam and hot rooms; hydro-therapeutic and masseur departments; locker rooms and individual lockers; a barber shop; billiard and game rooms, and a dining-room and kitchen, which have been designed to accommodate the large membership now enjoyed by the Lodge. In the Lodge-room has been built a completely equipped stage that may be used for entertainments, and arrangements have been made for the installation of a splendid pipe organ. The furnishings for the club quarters and for the sleeping apartments have been ordered and are being shipped on schedule time. Handball courts are being built on the fifth floor and are of the standard size, so that tournament games may be held when desired. Plans are already being perfected for the celebration, which will attend the dedication of the new Home in April.

Oneida, N. Y., Lodge in Midst Of Most Successful Year

Oneida, N. Y., Lodge No. 767, is in the midst of what promises to be one of the most energetic and successful years in its history. The building committee, headed by Past Exalted Ruler Jay Farrier, Treasurer of the New York State Elks Association, is getting its plans in shape for the expenditure of almost 830,000 for an addition to the present Home, which has become too small for the ever-increasing membership. Large classes of desirable candidates are being initiated regularly. The members of Troop D, New York State Police, one of the crack troops of the State organization, headed by Capt. Stephen McGrath, are coming into Oneida Lodge in large numbers.

New Home of Buffalo, N. Y., Lodge To Cost $1,300,000

The new Home which Buffalo, N. Y., Lodge No. 23, is constructing on Delaware Avenue will be one of the finest buildings of its kind in the East. It will be six stories high and provisions will be made of the addition of four more stories of necessary. The exterior will be of brick and stone of Italian design and the interior will be spacious and luxurious. The entrance will be located in the center of the building with three stores on each side. The vestibule and main entrance will open into a large foyer, extending the full width of the building, with elevators at both ends. Opening into this foyer will be a grand stair hall, check-room, telephones, ladies’ retiring-room, etc. Opening into this foyer will be the lounging lobby, which in tun will lead to the spacious ballroom, also situated on this floor. Opening from the lounging lobby will be the secretary’s office, barber-shop, and foyer to the ballroom. The ballroom will be 81 X 90 feet surrounded by a large balcony. This room will be provided with a stage, additional check rooms, dressing-rooms, etc. The basement will be provided with a large rathskeller, bowling al leys, a regulation size plunge, shower - baths ^d a large locker-room. This floor will also contain the necessary ser vice-rooms, storerooms, and kitchen to be used in injunction with the rathskeller service. The sub-basement, which will not extend under the entire basement, will provide for boilers, cold storage, pumps, incinerators, etc. The second floor will contain a large balcony loggia looking into the grand lounging lobby. A large grill room, private dining rooms with serving-room and kitchen will also be located on this floor. Opening from the balcony loggia will be the billiard room containing eight tables. On the third floor there will be a large stair hall and elevator lobby. Opening into the lobby will be the Tiler's room leading directly into the Lodge-room. On this floor there also will be provided a large library and lounging-room with checking and serving rooms. The Lodge-room will have a balcony in which a pipe organ will be installed. The ballroom on the first floor will also be provided with a pipe organ and a projection booth for motion pictures. The building when completed will represent an investment of $1,300,000 on the part of Buffalo Lodge. Past Exalted Ruler Charles C. Ryan is chairman of the Building Committee having the construction of the Home in hand, and the architects are Townsend and McNeil, both members of Buffalo Lodge.

Honolulu Lodge Dedicates New Lodge Room

District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler William Hussman, Past Exalted Ruler of Hilo, Hawaii, Lodge No. 759, recently dedicated the handsome new Lodge-room which is now one of the most attractive features of the Home of Honolulu, Hawaii, Lodge No. 616. Besides adding this new room, the members have completely renovated and redecorated their Home from top to bottom. Everything has been done to make it a beautiful, comfortable and commodius building, admirably suited to the needs of the membership.

Grand Exalted Ruler Pays His Home Lodge Official Visit

Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price's official visit to Columbus, Ohio, Lodge No. 37, of which he is a member, was the occasion of a fitting celebration in honor of the event. Accompanying Mr. Price was Grand Secretary Fred C. Robin son and Mrs. Price. The festivities began with a reception and a banquet, which were followed by the initiation of a large class of candidates. The Grand Exalted Ruler was presented with a beautiful Chrysler sedan automobile, the presentation speech being made by the Hon. George J. Karb, former Mayor of the city. Mrs. Price was also remembered by the gift of a very hand- some beaded bag. The whole evening was a wonderful ovation to Mr. Price, and the enthusiasm and thoughtfulness of his fellow members touched him deeply.

Austin, Minn., Lodge Moves Into New Quarters

Austin, Minn., Lodge No. 414 is now situated in its new quarters on the second floor of the Cummings Building. The rooms were recently entirely redecorated and altered to suit the requirements of the members. There is a large lounge and recreation room, 50 x 35 feet, with pool tables, cigar stand and telephone booth. Off this is the reading-room, 40 x 24 feet, a conference room, ladies' rest-room, store-room, kitchen and the Lodge-room. The Lodge-room, 50 x 47 feet, affords a beautiful meeting-place for the members, who previously had to use the Knights of Columbus Hall more than a block away from the quarters just vacated on Main Street.

Lives of Unfortunate Children Brightened by Norwood, Mass., Lodge

In accord with its custom established several years ago, a number of the members of Norwood, Mass., Lodge No. 1124 recently visited the Massachusetts Home for Crippled Children at Canton. After distributing favors in the form of hats, noisemakers and candy to all the youngsters, they furnished an evening's entertainment consisting of comic movies, a Punch-and-Judy show and songs by four members of the Lodge. The enthusiasm and pleasure shown by the un fortunate children was an inspiration to the committee in charge of the visit. It was indeed a wonderful night for all considered.

Great Quantities of Clothing Distributed by Peoria, Ill., Lodge

Peoria, Ill., Lodge No. 20 supplied more than 1,500 persons with clothing in a single day last December. Altogether 312 families were reached and furnished with garments for the winter and over 11,000 pieces of clothing distributed to the needy poor of the city. The new and old clothes together represented a total value of $8,500—$2,500 of this being expended for new garments. A committee of 100, headed by Past Exalted Ruler William Fritz, cooperated with many of the local organizations in making the distribution effective throughout the entire city.

Wapakoneta, Ohio, Lodge Dedicates Handsome New Home

The handsome new Home of Wapakoneta, Ohio, Lodge No. 1170, constructed at a cost of approximately $70,000, was formally dedicated recently by Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price assisted by the Past Exalted Rulers of the Lodge. The ceremonies incident to the dedication were attended by more than 700 members of the Order including District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler P. R. McKay. The dedication exercises were held in the afternoon, beginning at three o'clock, and were followed by a banquet served in the dining-room of the new Home. The initiation of a class of over 30 candidates was a feature of the evening. One of the best numbers of the afternoon program was the Elks Glee Club of Piqua, Ohio, Lodge No. 523. The singing of this club was greatly appreciated by the gathering. In his address Mr. Price complimented the Lodge on the enterprise displayed in erecting such a handsome Home, which he said would be a credit to any Lodge in the country.

Orphans and Cripples Entertained By New Orleans, La., Lodge

New Orleans, La., Lodge No. 30 recently played host to the city's orphans and the crippled children of various hospitals. A splendid entertainment, including moving pictures and vaudeville lasting more than two hours, was provided the youngsters. Cakes, candy, lemonade and gifts were also distributed. Automobiles furnished by the members brought the children from the institutions and took them home at the conclusion of the entertainment.

Permanent Charity Fund Created By Gloucester, Mass., Lodge

Gloucester, Mass., Lodge No. 892 has created a permanent Charity Fund. Into this fund will be paid all moneys accruing from charitable functions held in the name of the Lodge; such moneys as shall be voted into it by the Lodge and all legacies left it. The fund will be cared for by the Treasurer of the Lodge, under the direction of the Social and Community Welfare Committee, of which the standing Relief Committee of the Lodge shall at all times be members and Executive Committee, having the power to expend not over $100 in any one emergency case, unless permitted a larger amount by the vote of the Lodge. This Permanent Committee will make a full and complete report of all its activities to the Lodge at the end of every fiscal year.

Harding Memorial at Elks National Home in Bedford, Va.

Plans are going forward for the dedication of the Harding Memorial at the Elks National Home in Bedford, Va. This memorial is being erected under the auspices of the Maryland State Elks Association and the cost is being borne by the members of Lodges in Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia, through voluntary contributions from their members.

Junior Band of Chattanooga, Tenn., Lodge Gets New Uniforms

Thanks to the generosity of the Ladies' Auxiliary of Chattanooga, Tenn., Lodge No. 91, the boys who make up the Elks Junior Band will now be provided with handsome new uniforms. The uniform will consist of a white coat with purple trimmings; white cap with purple band and insignia; and purple trousers with white stripes. They will be given only to such members of the organization as have been diligent and prompt in their attendance at rehearsals and concerts and who, by their interest, have shown an intent of purpose to continue and progress. The purchase of the uniforms represents a considerable outlay on the part of the ladies. The money was raised by them since the organization of their group last August.

Grand Exalted Ruler is Guest Of Springfield, Ohio, Lodge

Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price was recently the honor guest at Springfield, Ohio, Lodge No. 51, where he addressed a large gathering of the members and witnessed the initiation of a class of candidates, the ritualistic work being conducted by the officers of Columbus, Ohio, Lodge No. 37. Close to 200 were present at the banquet following the meeting, and addresses were delivered to an enthusiastic audience by Mr. Price and other distinguished members of the Order.

New Lodge Instituted Into the Order

Burbank, Calif., Lodge No. 1497 was recently instituted by District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Horace H. Quimby. The first Exalted Ruler of the Lodge is Thomas V. Walker and the Secretary is J. B. Brown.

Banquet Given Football Team By Port Jervis, N. Y., Lodge

In accord with a custom begun a few years ago, Port Jervis, N. Y., Lodge No. 645 recently gave a banquet in honor of the Port Jervis High School football team. All the members of the team were present as well as the two coaches, both of whom spoke a few words about the success of the team and its fine spirit. Following the address, Captain Crawford was called upon to introduce the members of the squad, and as each player rose he was given hearty applause. After the' banquet the members of the team were given the privilege of enjoying the many features of the Home for the rest of the evening.

Grand Exalted Ruler Grants Dispensations for New Lodges

Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price has panted dispensations for the institution of the following new Lodges:

Watervleit, N. Y., Lodge, No. 1500.

Rochclle, IlL, Lodge No. 1501.

Cliffside, N. J., Lodge No. 1502

Boy Scouts Troop Guest of Canton, Ill., Lodge on First Anniversary

Canton, Ill., Lodge No. 626 recently gave a special entertainment to its Boy Scout Troop m honor of the first anniversary of this organization. An excellent banquet was served to the boys after which they were allowed the privileges of the Home while the members attended the weekly Lodge session. At the conclusion of the meeting the troop gave an exhibition drill which included "stunts" such as tying knots, signals, and a series of first-aid methods, among them the improvising of bandages, splints, etc. Several Scouts were honored by presentation of first and second-class badges for the excellence of their achievements in the various fields of Scout work.

Recognition of ''Star-Spangled Banner" as National Anthem Urged

Joe H. Hart, first Exalted Ruler of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Lodge No. 109, in his capacity as President of the Allentown Flag Day Association, is doing laudable work in urging Congress to make the "Star-Spangled Banner" the official anthem of our country. Resolutions to this effect were adopted unanimously by the Grand Lodge at its meeting in Atlantic City in 1922, and similar endorsement has been given the idea by the Pennsylvania State Elks Association, the Allentown Chamber of Commerce, Liberty Bell Chapter of the D. A. R., and other bodies.

Building Plans of Various Lodges Approved

The following purchases of property and building plans have been approved by the Grand Exalted Ruler and the Board of Grand Trustees: Santa Barbara, Calif., Lodge No. 613. Erection of a new Home on a site valued at $75,000 which has a frontage of 214 feet by 160 feet deep, and which is owned by the Lodge. The building will be two stories and basement 160 x 125, of brick and steel construction with twenty nine living rooms, and an auditorium that will seat 1,000, beside Lodge-rooms. It will cost $231,500, with $25,000 additional if gymnasium is included, and the furnishings will cost $40,000. St. Maries, Idaho, Lodge No. 1418. Erection of a new Home, the building to be two stories with full basement and of brick construction. It is intended to erect only the first story and basement at this time, at a cost of $25,000, with furnishings to cost $3,000. Clearfield, Pa., Lodge No. 540. Purchase of a two-story brick residence 42 x 60 feet, which is to be remodeled and used for a Home. The entire property, Co x 150 feet, is in the central part of the city and will cost $25,000 with furnishings of $3,000. Vineland, N. J., Lodge No. 1422. Purchase of a new Home consisting of a lot 45 x 150 feet on which is a two-story brick, building 45 x 120 feet, which will be remodeled. The purchase price is $40,000. 85,000 will be spent for alterations and 85,000 for furnishings. Elkins, W. Va., Lodge No. 1135. Purchase of a lot 60 x 150 feet, with three-story brick residence consisting of ten rooms, centrally located. The Lodge intends to erect an addition consisting of sun parlor and roof garden 15 x 29 feet, of brick and tile, and to generally remodel the interior of the residence. The purchase price of the property is $17,000. with improvements of S3.500 and additional furniture to cost S500. Sheridan, Pa., Lodge No. 949. Erection of a new Home. A building site in the center of the town is already owned by the Lodge. The building will be two stories of brick construction with basement and will cost approximately $71,000 with furnishings estimated to cost from $7,500 to $10,000. West Chester, Pa.. Lodge No. 853. Purchase of a 3½ story brick building of twenty-one rooms at a cost of $25,000. The Lodge expects to remodel and add to the building, these improvements to cost S20.000, and will use their present equipment and furnishings.

The Order Mourns the Death of Past Grand Trustee Perrott

The Order has suffered a deep loss by the death of Past Grand Trustee, Samuel Perrott, who passed away at his home in Indianapolis, Ind.., on January 7. Mr. Perrott, a Past Exalted Ruler of Indianapolis Lodge No. 13, was elected to the Board of Grand Trustees at the meeting of the Grand Lodge in Rochester, N. Y., July, 1913- When Mr. Perrott took up his residence some time ago in Linton, Ind., he became affiliated with Linton Lodge No. 866 and. though he later returned to live in Indianapolis, he still kept his membership in 866 and was a member of that Lodge when he died. His death is keenly felt by his many friends throughout the Order.

Dallas, Texas, Lodge Sets Itself High Charity Record

Dallas, Texas, Lodge No. 71. has dispensed more charity during the past eight months than ever before in any twelve-month period of its history. In addition to generous distribution of clothing, food and toys at Thanksgiving and Christmas, the Lodge has done some excellent work in caring for the sick and crippled of the city. A typical case was that of a man who had been paralyzed for more than sixteen years, and who was finally cured by an operation arranged by the Lodge. A room was provided him in the best sanitarium of the city, the best nurses were employed, and Dr. W. W. Samuel, a member of the Lodge, assisted by another distinguished surgeon, performed the delicate operation that brought him back to health. Recently this grateful man, fully recovered, came to the Home of the Lodge and thanked the members for their kindness and generosity.

Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., Lodge Glee Club Visits Chicago

The Glee Club of Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., Lodge No. 693 recently paid a triumphal visit to Chicago, III., where they sang with great success before the microphones of four large broad casting stations, and gave concerts at the Chicago Rotary Club and the Chicago Association of Commerce. As a result of the broadcasting, enthusiastic comment poured in from radio listeners from Maine to California, and especially from members of the Order in all parts of the country. Telegrams were also received from many places inviting the Club to come there and sing. The members of the Glee Club were signally honored by being received by Hon. William E. Dever, Mayor of Chicago, at his office where autographed photographs of the Mayor were presented to the Club, to its director, James W. Jenkins, and to District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Otto R. Roenius, who had accompanied the Club to Chicago. As a result of its trip to Chicago the Glee Club was literally deluged with offers and has arranged another tour that should prove equally successful. The Club is composed entirely of members of Wisconsin Rapids Lodge. It has regular weekly rehearsals in the Home every Thursday evening and is called upon to sing at Memorial Day Services, and dedicatory exercises. It also is in great demand at many civic and community gatherings.

Memorial Services of Two Lodges Sent Through the Air

The Annual Memorial Services of Brooklyn, N. Y., Lodge No. 22, the largest Lodge of the Order, were unique in many respects. They were held in the famous Plymouth Church of Brooklyn and were broadcast through the municipal radio station WN'VC. Hundreds in the surrounding districts heard the eloquent address of Hon. Francis P. Bent who was the orator of the day, and listened in on the whole impressive service—one of the most beautiful ever conducted by the Lodge. Another Lodge whose memorial services were successfully broadcast to thousands of listeners in all parts of the country was Cincinnati, Ohio, Lodge No. 5. The services were held in Music Hall and Hon. Lawrence H. Rupp, formerly Chairman of the Grand Lodge Committee on Judiciary, was the orator of the day. The organ music and the vocal selections were particularly impressive, and laudatory comment on the beauty of the entire service was received from listeners scattered all over the United States. The services were broadcast from station WLW through the kindness of the Crosley Radio Corporation.

Past Grand Exalted Ruler English Suffers Loss of Daughter

The whole Order extends its deepest sympathy to Past Grand Exalted Ruler William E. English of Indianapolis who recently suffered the loss of his daughter and only child, Mrs. Rosalind English Parsons. Mrs. Parsons was killed in an automobile accident when the car in which she was riding plunged over a steep embankment. Mr. English, who was Grand Exalted Ruler 1886-1887, and his daughter were the closest of companions. She was an attorney of the Indianapolis bar and shared law offices with him in the Hotel English building. She had also been active in the campaigns of her father for election as joint State Senator from Marion and Johnson counties. Though only twenty- one years old, Mrs. Parsons was already an exceptionally successful young woman and a brilliant career lay before her.

Philadelphia, Pa., Lodge Will Dedicate New Home February 22

Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price and a host of other Grand Lodge officers will be present at the dedication of the new Home of Philadelphia, Pa., Lodge No. 2, which will take place on Washington's Birthday. Most elaborate plans are being perfected in celebration of the event, including a three-day program of festivities in which many representatives from other Lodges will take part. The new Home of No. 2 is one of the outstanding buildings in the Order. Costing over $2,000,000 and embodying beauty and every conceivable modern device and improvement for the comfort of the members, it is a monument not only to the enterprise of Philadelphia Lodge hut to the advancement of public welfare and community spirit as well.

News of the Order From Far and Near

Winthrop, Mass., Lodge and Quincy, Mass., Lodge recently exchanged fraternal visits. In each case the visiting officers conducted the initiation of a large class of candidates, and a special entertainment was provided the guests. Sufficient funds for the monument to be placed in its Elks Rest have been raised by Santa Monica, Calif., Lodge and actual work on the construction has been started. Waltham, Mass., Lodge recently celebrated the payment of the mortgage on the property which it owns adjoining its Home. Bristol, Pa., Lodge has organized an excellent band. Members and officers of Pittsburg, Calif., Lodge recently visited Vallejo, Calif., Lodge where they initiated a large class of candidates and were guests at a special entertainment given in their honor. The Frolic recently given under the auspices of Biloxi, Miss., Lodge was successful in realizing a substantial sum of money for its charity fund. The annual charity ball of Boston, Mass., Lodge, which is one of the mid-winter social events in that city, was held recently at the Copley Plaza Hotel. Shenandoah, Pa., Lodge is sponsoring a series of concerts by eminent musicians by which it expects to raise a. considerable sum for its new Building Fund. The Social and Community Welfare Committee of Webster, Mass., Lodge has been enlarged in order to take care of a larger field of work. The Lodge has also appointed a Publicity Committee whose duty it will be to send news of the Lodge's activities to The Elks Magazine. Money realized by the Annual Purple Bubble Ball conducted by Bellingham, Wash., Lodge went toward a fund to install an Orthopedic Ward in the city hospital. An unusually large gathering of members was present on the occasion of the official visit of District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler John F. McGann to Marlborough, Mass., Lodge. Representatives from many other Lodges in the District were also on hand to greet him. Representatives from many surrounding Lodges recently came to Oroville, Calif., Lodge to take part in the celebration attending the initiation of a large class of candidates. The ceremony took place in the Exposition Building and was beautifully conducted by the officers of Sacramento Lodge. Newton, Mass., Lodge now has more than 1,000 members. The beautiful clock in the Lodge-room of the new Home of Joliet, III., Lodge was a gift from Aurora, III., Lodge. Los Angeles, Calif., Lodge recently gave its second annual banquet to those who have been members of the Lodge twenty-five years or more. The Thirteenth Annual Charity Ball of Wakefield, Mass,, Lodge was held recently at the Town Hall. Always the social event of the season, the ball this year surpassed anything of its kind ever attempted by the Lodge. Vaudeville stars and excellent music enlivened the event. Hanford, Calif., Lodge recently celebrated its Thirteenth Anniversary. Officers and a large delegation of members from Bakersfield, Calif., Lodge took part in the festivities. Erie, Pa., Lodge has set aside every Monday night as Actors' Night. The Social and Community Welfare Committee of North Adams, Mass., Lodge recently gave an entertainment at the Northampton Hospital for Disabled Veterans of the World War. Close to 2,000 attended the Annual Charity Ball of Everett, Wash., Lodge. Winthrop, Mass., Lodge has voted to sponsor the Boy Scout movement, particularly Troop No. 6 of the local Scouts. Edgar F. Davis, President of the California State Elks Association, was recently the guest of honor at a reception given by his fellow members of Long Beach, Calif., Lodge. At a recent meeting, Hempstead, N. Y., Lodge voted to present an American flag to the new Uniondale School at its dedication. The initiation of a class of candidates and a reception were features of the welcome given to District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Mills T. Carter on the occasion of his official visit to Norwalk, Conn., Lodge. Plans for the erection of the new Home of Modesto, Calif., Lodge were recently completed. Albany, N. Y., Lodge recently presented two $50 checks to the Mayor of the city, one for the Police Pension Fund and the other for the Fire men's Pension Fund. Work is progressing on the new Home being built by Belleville, N. J., Lodge. The members expect to occupy the new quarters some time in May. More than 200 members attended the banquet given to District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler J. J. Emerick on the occasion of his visit to Ashland, Ky., Lodge. Water Valley, Miss., Lodge recently staged a minstrel show for the benefit of the poor of the city. Allentown, Pa., Lodge recently gave a party to the forty crippled children it had cared for during the past year. David H. Anderson, a member of Chehalis, Wash., Lodge is anxious to locate his brother, Alfred August Anderson, who has been missing since last May. He is 26 years old, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighs 150 pounds, and is of dark complexion with brown hair. The middle finger of his right hand is amputated at the first joint. Any information should be sent to David H. Anderson, 218East Eckman Street, South Bend, Indiana. Pursuant to a call from District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Hale R. Nosler. the Exalted Rulers and Secretaries from the five Lodges in Washing ton East recently met at the Home of Yakima Lodge, where a most profitable and interesting session was held. Altoona, Pa., Lodge has completely paid for its Home and is planning a mortgage burning ceremony in celebration of the event. During the past months 84,000 has been expended by the Lodge in redecorating and painting its Home. The monthly visits of the Social and Com munity Welfare Committee of Middletown, N. Y., Lodge to the Municipal Sanatorium at Otisville, accompanied by a group of entertainers, bring good cheer and comfort to the patients. Close to 1,000 men, women and children were outfitted with clothing as a result of the success of Old Clothes Week recently conducted by Seattle, Wash., Lodge. More than S500 was realized recently by Dan- bury, Conn., Lodge as a result of a motion-picture show conducted by it. The sum was equally divided between the Boys' Band of the city and the Junior Republic. Great success attended the Father and Son Banquet recently given by Grand Rapids, Mich., Lodge. The Annual Charity Ball of Washington, D. C., Lodge will be on February- 21, at the New Washington Auditorium. One of the features recently inaugurated by Pittsburgh, Pa., Lodge which has been successful in increasing the attendance of members at meetings is the presence on these occasions of some speaker of prominence who makes a short address on a popular and interesting subject. Auburn, N. Y., Lodge recently visited the Cayuga Home for Children and the Sunnycrest Sanatorium, where the youngsters of both in situations were given an entertainment and remembered with fruit, candy and other presents. Oak Park, TIL, Lodge has established an Elks Rest in Fairmont Cemetery and will erect a beautiful monument on the site. Freehold, N. J., Lodge is equipping a fife and drum corps and organizing a drill guard. The Irvington, N. J., Lodge Band of fifty pieces assisted by a dance orchestra of fifteen players recently entertained the old folks of the Irvington Bethany Home for the aged. Ice cream, cake and coffee were served at the conclusion of the concert by the wives of the members. Lewiston, Pa., Lodge has a committee working on plans for financing and building a new Home on the site now occupied by the Lodge. Mrs. Gracio L. Anthoni is very anxious to receive word from her brother, who is a member of Atlantic City, N. J., Lodge. He has been missing from his home since last June. Communication should be sent to her at 11 South Mississippi Ave., care Umberto Hotel, Atlantic City. Members of Rahway, N. J., Lodge No. 1075 recently made their annual visit to the Bonnie Burn Sanatorium, where they gave the patients of that institution, both young and old, a fine entertainment. Over 30 autos with more than 100 members made the journey to the sanatorium. A special show and a concert were staged and the patients were given fruit, candy, books and games.