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Archive Home > 2004 > October > 23 > Branching out

Branching out

While other fraternal organizations struggle, the Bend Elks Lodge is experiencing a renaissance

By Julie Johnson / The Bulletin
October 23, 2004

Five years ago, Scotty Miller lamented the decline of the Bend Elks Lodge. Members were aging, many were dying, and no young, new members joined in their place. The club, like many fraternal service organizations nationwide, was waning.

But today, Miller, the lodge's secretary and membership....

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