Elks (Fraternal order)

The postcard has an undivided back with printed invitation on the front to a social session and dance at the lodge in Benevolent Order of Elks' Lodge in Rich Hill. It was sent to recipients by the House Committee.

The art is signed by Hart. Date given by seller.

Grand Lodge Ritualistic Committee; Annual Ritualistic

Real photograph of the Knights of Pythias and Elks' lodge room in Canton, Illinois. The building is constructed of brick with a white trim over the windows facing the front. there is a tree in the bottom left of the photograph.

This collection contains a roster of lodges in Florida, elks calendar, exalted ruler handbook, by-laws, etc.

Includes a blank post card; Quincy Lodge, No. 100 (Quincy, Illinois)

Color lithograph of a man who is on the ground in the woods being confronted by an angered elk. The elk is stepping on the man's hat and gun. The caption at the bottom reads "Hold on! I'm a brother elk!" with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks symbol.

The collection contains materials from a range of fraternal and Masonic organizations from New York, Massachusetts, Washington, and California. The items may have belonged to one person, or was artificially created prior to acquisiton.

Photolithograph of the exterior of the Elks club in Danville, Illinois. The building is brick with a white trim and large windows.