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The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks
The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks
The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks

The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks

founded 1868
BiographyThe Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks is a fraternity organization with a strong emphasis on patriotism to the United States and a a strong Christian belief, although members of other religions are accepted. It is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Person TypeInstitution
Starr Jenkins
1925 Chicago, Illinois - 2021 San Luis Obispo, California
Ruth Strong Campbell
1911 Chicago Heights, Illinois - 2001 Albuquerque, New Mexico
B. J. O. Nordfeldt
1878 Tullstorp, Sweden - 1955 Henderson, Texas
Jennifer Lynch
born Buffalo, New York; lives Santa Fe, New Mexico
Paula Wilson
born 1975 Chicago, Illinois; lives Carrizozo, New Mexico
Luis Tapia
born 1950 Santa Fe, New Mexico; lives La Cienega, New Mexico
Stockhom, Sweden and Charlotte, North Carolina, founded 1919
Red Grange
1903 Forksville, Pennsylvania – 1991 Lake Wales, Florida
Todd Tibbals
born 1939 Columbus, Ohio; lives Albuquerque, New Mexico