Evening journal., 1922-07-12
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adelphias own Elks Band from
Lodge No. 2. played its way to frs
place yesterday in the band contes
that stood out as one of the many
bright spots in the grand lodge re-
union that is being held here. The
contest took place in the Airport
where brilliantly uniformed musi-
clans from all sections of the coun-
try were gathered. The band OF
the Camden Elks, respondent In
their scarlet, blue and gold, stood
out among the many colorful groups
that gathered in the arena where
Jack Dempsey trained to beat
Georges Carpenter.
Each band was cheered TO the
echo by its supporters from "bach
home" who followed their favorite
musical organizations TO give them
the added incentive of heartfelt ap-
plause. The spirit of competition
was added to martial strains. The
result was a musical treat fit for the
gods. each leader conducting as
though all the weight OF the con-
test rested on his shoulders alone.
The Omaha Elks band won second
place, Milwaukee third, Chicago
fourth and San Antonio fifth. The
fact that bands from Western and
Middle Western States made such a
splendid showing caused much conf
ment. The decision as to the win
ners was made only after hours of
balloting by the judges.
The $3.50 cash prize won by Phil
adelphia was presented to the At
lantic City Hospital by Exalted Rul-
er Charles II. Grakelow.
A plan TO make an athlete OF every
Elk was presented by Murray Hurl-
bert. Past Exalted Ruler OF New
York Lodge. No. /, at this morn
ings session. Mr.. Hurlbert urged
that each lodge of Elks in the coun-
try purchase an athletic field, TO be
known as Elks Field. and each mem
Der devote himself seriously to max
ing his body fit. On such play
grounds patriotic exercises would
also be held. Serving thus in a dual
capacity, Mr.. Hurlbert said that the
spirit of American patriotism
would be quickened, resulting in the
best citizenry in the world"
The question of the meeting place
of next years reunion comes up to-
day. The idea OF selecting Atlantic
City as the annual rendezvous is not
regarded favorably. as II Is felt that
the interest of the organization will
be warmer IL a different city is
chosen each year. Prediction was
made that Boston will be chosen for
next year. An invitation received
from Mayor Curley, of that city, was
read to the Grand Lodge by Past
Grand Exalted Ruler James r.
Nicholson, of the Hub.
The assets OF the 1867 subordinate
lodges were placed at S5S,. ,.099,234
by Fred c. Robinson, grand secre-
tary. who presented his annual re-
port at this mornings session. The
amount expended last year for char
table purposes Of the grand lodge
was s2,O49,216. Since 1880 the sum
OF s13.73O. .433 has been expended
on charity by the organization.
The report OF the new member
ship committee expressed optimism
hat the goal of 1000, 900 members
BY the end of this year would be
realized.
The migration of Elks from all
,ver the country continues with this
place as their goal. Thursday the
zig day of the reunion. will. it is ex-
oectad break all records for attend
lnce at the national conventions.
J. Edgar Masters. of Charleroi,
Pa, was elected grand exalted ruler
If the Elks at the business session
If the Grand Lodge held on the
steel Pier.
Mr.. Masters heads a membership
# S35,7S3 Elks, according TO the re-
,ort presented by Colonel John P.
chairman of the new Mem
,ership Committee. His election was
unanimous. Former Governor John
(. Tener, of Pennsylvania, nomi-
ated Mr.. Masters.
other officers elected were: Fred
/. Morris, of Mexico, No, grand
steemed leading knight; Harry A.
'ichner, of Pasadena, Calf, grand
steemed loyal knight; Fred c.
Tustzel, of Louisville. KY, grand es-
semed lecturing knight; Fred c.
johnson, of Dubuque, Ia, grand
P. J. Bremen, OF Deni-
on, Tex, grand treasurer; Clement
colt. Of Vancouver, Wash, grand
ler; Albert K. Hill, of Spartanburg,
!. c., grand inner guard; the Rev.
)r. John Dysart. of jamestown, n.
z, grand chaplain.
Robert A. Scott, OF Linton. Ind,
vas elected a grand trustee TO serve
i've years. Judge John J. Carton,
Il Flint, Mich, was appointed a
member Of the Grand Forum for five
years.
Today's schedule includes. a ses-
sion Of the Grand Lodge prize drills
At Airport. a card party held under
he auspices Of the Ladies' Auxiliary,
City Lodge No. 276. in the
Elks' Home. Maryland and Atlantic
avenues.
A royal welcome is being prepared
Tor the Washington delegation thar
arrives this afternoon. Although
President Harding is unable TO at
END there will be host OF notables
including Assistant Secretary Roose-
yelt, Uncle Joe" Cannon and fifty
senator's and Representatives. Rep.
Isaac Bacharach. OF the
second New Jersey district, Will II
lead the party.
A dinner at the Breakers Hotel
Will be given for the Washington
ans. 1t will be followed by a the
tire party on the Garden City Pier.
Thursday Is the day toward which
III eyes are turned. Officially Pa
riotic Day" the afternoon will be |
,iven over to the grand national |
pageant" which Uncle |
oe" Cannon himself will head. A |