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  • Elks Lodge encourages citizens to observe Flag Day

    Bob Nieuwenhuyse|Updated Jun 13, 2014

    Havre Elks Lodge No. 1201 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks again was very proud and honored to be part of the community Memorial Day service, melding our Flag Day tradition with their Memorial Day service, exemplifying the motto: "One Nation, Under God" — one community, one nation, honoring our flag, our country, our troops. Throughout our American history, the significance of the U.S. flag's colors has come to correspond with those of the great seal of our country: white signifying purity and innocence; red h...

  • Many are owed thanks for Veterans Day observances

    Bob Nieuwenhuyse|Updated Nov 21, 2013

    On behalf of Havre Elks Lodge #1201, I wish to thank Commander Bill Bilger and Havre VFW Post 497 for allowing the Elks to be a part of the Veterans Day ceremony. We also recognize and thank the dedicated and unswerving service of the Havre VFW Honor Guard to our community. The Order of Elks is proud of all American veterans and those who continue to serve in our armed forces; we are truly grateful for their and their families', service and sacrifices to protect our precious freedoms. We say with gratitude that every day is i...

  • A Flag Day reminder from the Elks

    Bob Nieuwenhuyse|Updated Jun 14, 2013

    Havre Elks Lodge 1201 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks again was very proud and honored to be part of the Community Memorial Day Service, melding our Flag Day tradition with American Legion’s Memorial Day Service, exemplifying the motto: “One Nation, Under God” — one community, one nation, honoring our flag, our country, our troops. Throughout our American history, the significance of the U.S. flag’s colors has come to correspond with those of the Great Seal of our great country: White signifying purity and inno...

  • Many contributed to success of Memorial Day services

    Bob Nieuwenhuyse|Updated May 31, 2013

    Editor: Havre Elks Lodge 1201 is very grateful to the Havre Daily News and particularly Mr. John Kelleher for his excellent coverage of the Memorial Day services in Havre on Monday. However, we would like to make a notable correction. While the Elks Lodge proudly participated in and hosted the second portion of the program, all the planning and sponsorship of the services was under the auspices and leadership of the American Legion Post 11, ably led by Jed Damson. Mr. Gary Crossler of the Havre Veterans of Foreign Wars...