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Scholarships for Northern Kentucky Seniors

by Gail on March 2, 2011

Educating America’s Children is not for the faint of heart. Many parents look for help every way possible. Could your child be the next President of the Untied States of America?

The deadlines vary and the application process is different for each program. The National Elks Organization has program for Elks members and non members also.

All applications must go through a local Elks Lodge before reaching the Elks National Foundation office.

Contact your high school counselor or research our national website, for more information or your local Elks Lodge. www.elks.org

  • Legacy Awards $4,000 ($1,000 year for four years) based on merit scholarships, for children and grandchildren of Elks in good standing.

Visit  http://www.elks.org  for free online databases to find other scholarships available for students. Check out the Scholar Resource Center.

The Elks even helped educate a US President!

President William J. Clinton was a recipient of an Elks Scholarship!

Check with the National Elks Organization to find out what’s new!

 

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A World War II Poster Reprint

by Gail on February 11, 2011

Jeff King of the proposed Hebron Elks passed this  World War II poster reprint along to us. It seems fitting as we watch other Countries fighting for the Government  they want for themselves.

World War II Freedom Poster

World War II Freedom Poster

The small print on the poster you may not be able to read is as follows:

To help you do your share, the Government has organized the Citizens Service Corp as a p[art of the local Defense Councils, with some war task or responsibility for every man, woman and child.

Probably such a corps is already at work in your community. If not, help to start one. A free booklet available through your local Defense Council will tell you what to do and how to do it.

Go take action today, and get the satisfaction of doing a needed war job well !

Every Civilian A Fighter!

This is a reproduction of An Advertisement Contributed By The Magazine Publishers of America.

Imagine seeing this  in 2011!

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The Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month-Veterans Day

November 11, 2010

World War I officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28th, 1919 in the palace of Versailles, France. An armistice went into affect seven months earlier when the Allied Nations and Germany, on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.

President Wilson proclaimed November 11th.1919 the first commemoration of Armistice Day. President Wilson stated”  “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…”

The intent was to briefly suspend business beginning at 11:00 AM and enjoy parades and public meetings.

The United States Congress officially recognized the end of WW1 when it passed a concurrent resolution on June 4.1926

An Act (52 Stat. 351; 5 U. S. Code, Sec. 87a) was approved on May13, 1938 made Novenber 11th, a legal holiday. This day is to be dedicated to the cause of world peace known as Armistice Day. This day was set aside to honor veterans of Word War I. This Act was later amended due to the urging of Veterans organizations because of the massive deployment required by Word War II. The word “Armistice”  was replaced with Veterans Day. This was approved in June 1, 1954.

Novenmber11.th became a day to honor all Veterans of all wars

On October 8th, 1954 President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued the first “Veterans Day Proclamation” which stated: “In order to insure proper and widespread observance of this anniversary, all veterans, all veterans’ organizations, and the entire citizenry will wish to join hands in the common purpose. Toward this end, I am designating the Administrator of Veterans’ Affairs as Chairman of a Veterans Day National Committee, which shall include such other persons as the Chairman may select, and which will coordinate at the national level necessary planning for the observance. I am also requesting the heads of all departments and agencies of the Executive branch of the Government to assist the National Committee in every way possible.”

As we honor all our Veterans that keeps us free

” God Bless America”.

For more detailed information click on:

http://www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/vetdayhistory.asp

This information was accessed from :http://www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/vetdayhistory.asp

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The Moving Wall… Moved Us All

October 19, 2010

Who would have thought a lady in Florence, Kentucky would acquire a rubbing of Joesph Guy LaPointe  Jr, a soldier  that she went on a date in Dayton, Ohio in 1967 . He died serving his country in June 1969. She served as a Wall Volunteer on 2010, never forgetting the friend that went to war.

The half replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was visited by many people in Florence, Kentucky in October 2010. The wall was visited by many people remembering their loved ones that may never visit the original wall in Washington D.C.

Grandchildren looking for Grandfathers. Cousins looking for cousins. Friends looking for friends. The emotions that the Moving Wall brought, was astounding to the Wall volunteer, that  dated one of the  soldiers on the Wall, 43 years ago.

Interesting Facts:

  • 2,594,000 personnel served within the borders of South Vietnam. Jan 1,1965-March 28. 1973
  • 2.59 million Americans Served 58,253 were killed and 304,000 were wounded
  • 5 men killed in Vietnam were only 16 years old
  • 11,465 were less than 20 years old
  • 7,484 American women served in Vietnam
  • The oldest man killed was 62 years old.
  • One out of every 10 Americans Who served was a casualty
  • 8 nurses did-1 killed in action

After the Vietnam war-

  • 97% of the Vietnam veterans were honorably discharged
  • 91% of the Vietnam Veterans said they were glad they served even though the was was not popular
  • 74% said they would serve again even knowing the outcome.
  • The highest political office attained by a Vietnam Veteran was Vice President Al Gore
  • The most successful Vietnam veterans to date is Frederick Smith of Federal Express.

The above facts were reproduced from a pamphlet at the Moving Wall Memorial.

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Why I Became an Elk

September 15, 2010
Glenna Long Elk of the Year

Glenna Long Elk of the Year

Glenna Long Elk of the Years

Glenna  married an Elk, a kind, strong and gentle person.  It isn’t surprising that he belonged to an organization that shares the same characteristics!

Glenna began attending charity and fund raising events, it was then she  knew this was an organization she could trust with her reputation.

Glenna joined the Elks in 2006 , after realizing the impact the Elks had on  our Country, our veterans and our community.

Christmas is a time for giving, and that’s when the Elks are the busiest.

A thank you letter from a family that lost one of their three children, Dad’s job and car trouble was  most touching. The letter was written  on elementary school paper stating they had given up hope until “the Elks came“. It is then that you know your efforts changes lives. What can be better ?

Glenna has been the recipient of:

  • The Elk of the Year award 2007 – 2008, by the Elks Lodge #314
  • The Elk of the Year award 2008 – 2009, by the Elks Lodge #314
  • Veteran Volunteer Award in 2007-2008 from the Elks National Veterans Service Commission.

Glenna and Jerry are joyfully organizing a new Proposed Hebron Elks Lodge for the growing area of Hebron and Burlington Kentucky. We are  attracting new membership weekly!

Our initial group naturally shares our vision, of course.  The dedication and enthusiasm our proposed new members bring, is exciting and renews our energy and dedication.  We are active with the Conner High School Band, fund raising and a membership drive.

Our forefather’s vision,that began 142 years ago,  is alive and well in Hebron. Burlington and Petersburg, Kentucky.

The season for giving is upon us.

Join us. Laugh with us. Share with us. You will be glad you did.

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Honoring Richard Bross–Naval Veteran 1944

September 4, 2010

Have you played cards with Richard Bross? What a Joker!

Richard Bross a Joker

Richard Bross a Joker Naval Veteran 1944

Richard Bross was honored by the US Playing Card Company of Cincinnati, Ohio in 1944 by printing a special deck of cards that honored Richard, his twin brother James, and other US military servicemen.

Richard and James Bross enlisted in the Navy in 1944. They trained in the Great Lakes Naval Training Station before they were assigned to Jacksonville, Florida.

Excited to serve their country, they boarded their ship on Easter Sunday in Jacksonville, Florida. After traveling  through the Panama Canal to San Diego,and San Pedro as they were sent to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Richard and James’ request to serve together was approved. They were sent to multiple islands in Hawaii. Johnson Island, Maui and trained at Barber Point by none other than Robert Stack( later became an actor).

The nine month Johnson Island assignment was memorable because there were only Quonset huts and one standing building!

Enjoying ten days in Honolulu, people walked in the streets because the sidewalks were so crowded, when the fleet was in.

“Of course it’s a lot more of a tourist spot now, but it was really pretty back then, states Richard Bross.

The USS Saratoga brought the serving brothers’ home together, along with other servicemen to San Francisco, California. After a 3 day train trip they surprised their Mother on Christmas day in 1945.

The Bross twins, were honorable discharged from San Diego in May 8, 1946.

They returned to the US Playing Card Co., where Richard met his wife, Helene. Helene, was Canadian born so they frequently traveled to Quebec.  They had two boys and one girl.  One son died at age 42. Richard lost his beloved wife after 48 years of marriage and his twin died at the age of 69.

Richard says “It’s strange that he should die so much younger than me.”

Richard is thankful that he still has his son and daughter is proud of the addition of four grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren and another due in November, 2010.

Richard Bross and Great Grandson Bryson

Richard Bross and Great Grandson Bryson

Thank you Richard for your life and service to our Country.

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Camp Quality for Kids with Cancer

August 16, 2010

Have You heard about Kentucky’s Camp Quality?

Henderzahs

Greg Henderzahs Camp Director

Imagine your child was awarded a free trip to camp!

The camp provides excitement from the moment your child wakes till the last song at the camp fire.

Activities include: •Zip Line  • Fishing • Arts & Crafts • Motor Cycle Rides • Archery • Talent Show • Pool Parties Prizes and much much more..

Now imagine your child has special needs due to cancer.

Camp Quality provides the opportunity to get out and enjoy life once again.  Our staff of doctors, nurses, one-on-one companions, and many other volunteers’ help to build the safe, fun and exciting environment that fills every moment of this camp.

It is a week of love, laughter, new challenges, and new victories that will stay with these children the rest of their lives.

Who are our kids?

Our campers include boys and girls from ages 6 through 16 whose lives are affected by cancer.  Campers come from all backgrounds.  Everyone is welcomed at no cost.

Summer 2010 camp was held at  Country Lake Retreat Center just across the river from Louisville, Ky in Henreysville, Indiana. Camp Quality Kentuckiana enjoyed 75 campers in one week!

This winter we want to support Camp Quality Kentuckiana’s effort in sending 30 teens; ages 13-16. for a weekend retreat. One teen is $100.00.

Please use the Donate for Good( right side on this site) button to send any donation your heart leads you to.

Camp quality Director Greg Henderzahs has been invited to share information about the work done by Camp Quality by Glenna Long of the Proposed Hebron Elks.

Greg will meet people at Kroger’s on North Bend Rd in Hebron,Kentucky August 28th 2010 between 3PM & 5PM to share information and answer any questions about the Camp and the joy it brings to children’s lives.

For more information on Camp Quality visit :      http://www.campqualityky.com/

Remember” Elks Care – Elks Share”

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Signs to Look for When Suspecting Drug Use

August 5, 2010

Our Drug Awareness Trailer will be with us at the Boone County Fair August 2-7th,2010.

What are parents to do?

Parents should look for signs of depression and withdrawal, when they notice a change in their children’s behavior.

A Watch List..

  1. Changes in Friends and activities
  2. Negative changes in school work, absences, discipline issues, problems at school.
  3. Increased secrecy about possessions or activities
  4. Use of incense, room deodorant,perfumes hiding smoke or chemical odors
  5. Use of coded language, i.e. “four twenty’ means time to get high
  6. Changes in clothing choices-highlighting  drug use
  7. Evidence of drug paraphernalia such as pipes, or rolling papers
  8. Evidence of inhalants, such as, hairspray,nail polish, correction fluids.
  9. bottles of eye drops used to mask bloodshot eyes or dilated pupils
  10. Missing prescription drugs especially narcotics and stabilizers.

The above could mean something is happening with your child. get professional advice.

Parents make the difference.Tips for parents…

  1. Set rules. Children should understand how you feel about alcohol and drug use. Enforce consequences when your rules are broken.
  2. Know what your teens are doing especially if they are unsupervised
  3. Talk Talk Talk to your teenager.How are things at school? With their friends?What are they doing to build their future? What are their dreams?
  4. Constructive activity with supervision is a good sign
  5. Learn about Marijuana and underage drinking, talk with your teen about harmful side affects and dangers.
  6. Get acquainted with their friends and their parents. Know their rules and standards.
  7. Children need parents to be parents, not friends.

Drug Awareness Program funding is provided by the Elks National Foundation, the charitable arm of the Benevolent and Protective Order  of the Elks of the USA.

Elks Care Elks Share

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Proposed Hebron Elks-Northern Kentucky

August 2, 2010

Membership Drive for the Proposed Hebron Elks Chapter!

Join us.

47  more people and we will become an official lodge!

Welcome to our first proposed Hebron Elks Blog.

We are very excited with our efforts to expand the 142 year old Elks Organization to Hebron/ Burlington Kentucky. The growth in  population in the Hebron/Burlington Kentucky area we are excited about our new possibilities of service to our community.

We are already busy busy organizing our first Fund Raiser scheduled June 5,2010, at Krogers on North Bend Rd. D. A. R. E.  a drug awareness unit there, to help educate families about the dangers of recreational drugs.

We will offer traditional American foods such as hotdogs, apple pie and I’m sure there will be a Chevy somewhere!

Since the Elks first formed in 1868 they have had many accomplishments and very recognized names associated with this gentle  & effective organization such as Franklin Roosevelt, John F Kennedy, William Clinton Vince Lombardi, Clint Eastwood, Will Rogers,  Glenna, Jerry, Mike, Steve, Tish & Gail!  There a so many more…..

William Jefferson ( Bill)  Clinton received scholarship money from the Elks.

We work with project such as Americanism, Flag Day, Veterans Day, Memorial Day, Elks National Foundation, Kids with Cancer, Hospice, Holiday Giving, Youth Scholarships, Essay Contests, Hoop Shoot, Drug Awareness Program, Dictionary Project, Special Event Dinners & Dances, Golf Outing and many more projects.

If you love God and our Country, you will love the Elks.

Stop by see what we are up to now.

We hope you enjoy the Toby Keith vodeo.

Yes, you can make a difference.

Elks Care Elks Share

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The Elks Contributed Scholarship Funds to Educate an United States President!

July 16, 2010
Elks National Logo

The Elks

The National Elks Foundation contributes to education, basketball, healthcare, fighting drug addiction, natural disaster relief, and National Revitalization. Honestly, it may be easier to ask what the Elks National Foundation doesn’t do.

What we never do is…. nothing.

We are involved in contributing to America.

Education:

Yes, President Bill Clinton received scholarship funds from the educational Legacy program of the National Elks Organization.

Would you donate $10.00 for 10 years to help with a student’s scholarship fund?  It’s simple really; this allows you to be a member to the Legacy program. Elk’s members’ children and grandchildren are eligible to apply for this scholarship funding.

Each year, The Elks National Foundation contributes over 3.65 million dollars nationally to educate America’s children. Yes, each year.

Basketball:

The foundation also supports the annual basketball program called the “Hoop Shoot” where over 3 million youths participate in local, district, state, regional and national competitions.  The winners attend a prestigious ceremony where their name is inscribed on a plaque and hung in the “Basketball Hall of Fame” in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Healthcare:

The Elks National Foundation paid $60,000.00 in 1910 to the Salvation Army helping soldiers that came home from the war at Christmas.

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Drug Awareness:

Drug awareness materials are provided by the Elks Foundation giving the Elks an opportunity to reach out to our communities and educate the public on the dangers of drugs.

Natural Disaster Relief:

The Elks contribute to National disaster relief on an ongoing basis.

National Restoration:

When our symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, needed restoration, the National Elks stood strong and contributed 1.5 million dollars.

We do so much more. The sad fact is the Elks contribute quietly and many do not learn of the Elk’s generosity and contributions to America’s success.

Check us out; everyone has the ability to share their unique talents.  All talents are accepted and appreciated.

Don’t worry about what you can’t do. We work with what you can do and are grateful for it!

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