Aloha Brother and Sister Elks,

This year the 101st California Hawaii Elks Association Convention was held in Anaheim, Los Angeles, with hun-dreds of Elks from 175 lodges in at-tendance. A cadre of Hawaii Elk Lodge officers and dignitaries from the 5 Ha-waii Lodges made the annual trip.

Each day of the convention was scheduled with presentations and committee reports by CHEA officials, and presentations and workshops was chaired, with question and answer sessions hosted by CHEA Com-mittee Chairmen. Our new State Presi-dent Lance Erickson provided a detailed report of the health of our organization.

One of the highlights was to meet with our Grand Exalted Ruler, Ron-ald Hicks and his First Lady Nancy.

GER Hicks presented his vision and plans during his term in office for all Elks to embrace which includes; a balanced and increased Lodge Activities for our members and within our community; in-creased Public Relations to let our com-munity know of our good works and that we provide support to our veterans, pro-vide children a safe and healthy lifestyle via our Hoop Shoot, and Drug Aware-ness Programs; continue to provide scholarships to college bound students, and support our Major Project Charity.

It wasn’t all work and no play…luncheons and dinners with fellow Elks spurred new friendships and rekindled existing relation-ships. Visitations to other lodges was most fascinating and entertaining to say the least.

One of the highlights of my visit was to meet the Elks 2016 Major Projects Theme Chil-dren Emilio and his brother Marcos, their parents Gilbert and Allison, and Occupa-tional Therapist Pam Flagg (pictured). Both brothers were born with rare genetic disor-der with hypotonia (low muscle tone) and a

rare disorder that the DNA address for the disorder has not been identified to date.

CHEA has provided treatment and financial assistance which would otherwise be finan-cially prohibitive for the family. Emilio and Marcos are just a part of the hundreds of children that the Elks provide medical care, healing, therapy and financial assistance.

But the greatest highlight of the session, I share with all of YOU, the members of the Honolulu Lodge #616 who made it most memorable with your Major Proj-ects donations which I had the honor of presenting on your behalf to CHEA in the amount of… $136,338.92 for the Elk Year 2015-2016… It’s because of your generous donations that we have been able to increase our lodge dona-tions each year, for the past 4 years!

Let’s not stop this tradition, I look forward to an even greater donation next year by you all to the Major Projects charities.

Fraternally yours,Andrew “Andy” Watson Exalted Ruler, Honolulu Lodge #616

Elks Lodge 616 NewsletterB.P.O.E. Honolulu Hawaii

CORPORATE NEWSLETTER“FINANCIAL ISSUE @2016”

July 2016 Volume 72 No. 4

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Lodge Activities

Outstanding Leadership for Scouts

Coming off a banner year where Boy Scout Troop 616 received the Troop Leader of the Year and Extra Miler Award; the awards continue for this year. As Elks we sponsor Cub Pack 616, Boy Scout Troop 616 and Adventure Crew 616. I am honored to report all units exceeded everyone’s expectations this year.

The Extra Miler Award is to recognize one amazing leader that shows the most Scouting Spirit in his/her unit. This person is committed to Scouting, its ideals and timeless values.

Cub Pack 616 Rosalind ARIMA has received the coveted Extra Miler Award. Boy Scout Troop 616 Patrick SPELTZ has received the coveted Extra Miler Award. Adventure Crew 616 Kristine FUJITANI has received the coveted Extra Miler Award. On 18 June these leaders and numerous members from the Pack, Troop and Crew gathered to celebrate this recognition with their peers from Scouting throughout O’ahu. Your children or grandchildren should be part of these award winning programs. Need details on when the meetings take place? Send me an e-mail at lockwood0849@gmail.com and I’ll give you all the details as to when each unit meets. If you see our Scouts at the Lodge, stop to say hello. If they are holding a car wash, selling Makahiki tickets or whatever kokua please.

GOLD MEDAL CREW!!The Boys 16 crew got first place this week in the 1/2 mile race

at the Hui Waa Regatta at Ke’ehi Lagoon with a time of 4:10.49. They beat their arch rival Ka Malamahoe Canoe Club by more

than 6 seconds, a commanding win!

FLAG DAY AT 616Exalted Ruler Andy Watson led the lodge officers at Flag Day

ceremonies held at our lodge on June 14th. National Veterans Committee Chair Yohannes Negga read a wonderful response in honoring the essence of Flad Day. Thank you all who attended!

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Elks care and Elks Share

Aloha fellow Veterans,

For those of you who have registered for the veterans registration drive - thank you. If you have not, please send email to elk-slodge616usmc@com . There is also a clip

board at the lodge on the front desk for you to register.

Starting in August, we will feature one veteran per newsletter in our vet’s corner. If you would like to be featured, send me the following; 1) digital photo of you when you were in the service, 2) place, year, photo was taken 3) what you were doing in the photo, 4) what unit you were assigned to. For exam-ple, “Vietnam, Mekong Delta 1967 patrolling, 1st Marine Division.”

You will be featured on a first come, first served basis and I will need your information by the 5th of every month. At a minimum, 1) and 2) is required to be featured. If you would like to contact me my email address is elkslodge616usmc@gmail.com. I welcome your ideas and thoughts.

Respectfully,

Yohannes NeggaNational Veterans Committee ChairMajor, USMC (Ret.)”

NEW HAWAII STATE VICE PRESIDENT 2016 - 2017

It was my pleasure to attend the installation ceremony of our own Honolulu Lodge BPOE #616, Lodge Secretary Keith Williams to the position of Hawaii Elks State Vice-President.

His new promotion will require him to moni-tor and ensure that each of the 5 Hawaii Lodges meets and upholds the organization’s

statues, non-profit status and continue our charitable support within our communities.

Keith replaces last year’s SVP Gregory Syl-vester who will be promoted to District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler (DDGER) in July 2016. Please join me in congratulating and giv-ing your support to Keith in his new position.

Fraternally yours, Andrew “Andy” Watson, Exalted Ruler

Pictured, Andrew Watson ER, SVP First Lady Jan and SVP Keith Williams

HOUSE COMMITTEE REPORT

Summer is definitely here. The warm sun-ny weather makes the Lodge the perfect place to spend time with family and friends. To enhance safety and allow members and guest to have an enjoyable experi-ence the House Committee encourages all members and their guests to observe the House Rules and guidelines relating to the swimming pool and locker rooms.

SWIMMING POOL AREA AND GROUNDS

1. Normal pool hours are from 9:00 a.m. until 30 minutes after sunset daily, except when closed for cleaning and maintenance. The Exalted Ruler, Lodge Secretary, the Club Manager or House Committee mem-bers have the prerogative to open or close the pool at any time. The House Commit-tee will establish and may make changes to pool rules and operational hours to pro-mote safety and better manage the pool area. Violations of pool rules are considered conduct unbecoming of an Elk. It is a viola-tion when a member or bona fide guest re-fuses to leave the premises when asked to do so by the Club Manager on duty, Exalted Ruler, member of the House Committee or Lodge Officer. Failure to immediately leave is deemed conduct unbecoming of an Elk.

2. Any person under the age of 12 will not

be allowed the use of the pool or any Club facilities, including the upper floor, un-less accompanied by a member or the spouse of a member. Any person under 12 years old cannot be left unattended in the pool area without adult supervision.

3. Pool rules must be observed at all times. Safety is everyone’s concern. Popping of towels, “cannonballs”, running around the pool, punching, drinking and the use of items in the pool such as rafts, surf-boards, body/boogie boards, water guns, large tube and balls and are prohibited.

4. A shower must be taken prior to the use of the pool.

5. No glassware will be permitted in or around the pool area.

6. No diving in shallow end of pool.

7. Surfboards, kayaks, boogie boards and other ocean-use equipment shall be rinsed only at the shower stall adjacent to the stair-way leading to the ocean.

The pool and lawn areas are for all mem-bers to enjoy on a first-come, first-served basis.

The saving or reserving of tables and or chairs is not permitted.

LOCKER ROOMS

1. Key cards are for members and spouses only and are not to be loaned to non-mem-bers. Use of key cards by an unauthorized person may result in forfeiture of the key card.

2. No food or beverages will be permitted in the locker rooms.

3. No smoking will be permitted in locker rooms.

4. Shirts or tops and other appropriate exer-cise attire shall be worn while using exercise equipment. Appropriate hygiene shall be maintained at all times.

5. No overnight drying of towels, shirts, jog-ging shoes, etc., or the overnight storing of personal items on lockers is permitted.

6. Any person under the age of 18 will not be allowed in the locker room unless accompa-nied by a member or spouse of a member with a current identification card.

7. The steam and sauna rooms are for the use of the members and their families only. No one under the age of 18 shall use the steam or sauna rooms without an adult pres-ent........(continued)

MONDAYSQI Goong9:30am

TUESDAYJoe Dawson Art Club

12pm - 2pm

WEDNESDAYHawaii Singers10am - 12pmBridge Club12:30 - 3:30

FRIDAYYoga

7:15am

ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR

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8.Neither the Lodge nor Club will be respon-sible for any personal items missing from the Lodge or Club facilities.

9.No one of any age of the opposite gender is allowed inside the locker room at any time.

All persons admitted to the pool are expect-ed to refrain from any form of objectionable behavior, roughness, rowdiness, profanity or other conduct affecting the safety and comfort of others will not be permitted. This includes diving in the shallow end of pool, spitting or throwing into the pool any objects likely to be harmful or a nuisance to other swimmers.

The intention of the House Rules is to impose total parental responsibility upon the mem-bers and their guests for the activities and conduct of all accompanying children on the premises. This responsibility includes a duty to accompany, supervise and control children in all areas of the Club facility including the, parking lot, lobby, pool area, locker rooms, restrooms and the entire 2nd floor area.

While using the locker room, appropriate decorum and locker room conduct such as modesty, personal hygiene practices and suit-

able public behavior is expected at all times.

Locker room etiquette is also required when bringing children into the locker room. Chil-dren of any age may not enter the locker room of the opposite sex. The parent or guardian must make every attempt to keep exposure of the child to a minimum and respect the rights and privacy of others.

Please remember to notify the Club Manager if you plan to invite a large group of guests to the Lodge so that we can properly staff the Club to serve you. We look forward to celebrating our Independence Day with you. Happy 4th of July!

OUT AND ABOUT

May was a very busy month for the club and staff as they prepared for the gradu-ation and summer season. Members and guests had an opportunity to try our lat-est summer seasonal menu items and specials. Members will definitely want to keep coming back to see what else is new.

Cinco y Seis de Mayo – May 5th & 6th Food Specials – Tacos and Paella

Latin / Spanish music standards by Steve Lucas Latin / Salsa music by Son Caribe

Mother’s Day – May 8thFood Specials – Mother’s Day Buffet with 10:00 am and 2:00 pm seatingClub Activities – Mother’s Day Program with ER Andy Watson, Directors Judy Rubano and Augie Fernandez, Chaplain Delorese Gregoire and roses for momContemporary music by Danny Couch

Memorial Day – May 30th Food Specials – Summer Kick-Off BBQ 11:00 am to 5:00 pmDrink Specials – Fresh Fruit SangriaPoolside Activities – Complimentary ice cream for Honolulu Lodge members with ER Andy Watson and alternative music by Kai Roots

At the writing of this article, we had not reached the date for the annual Independence Day Celebration. As you probably know, our entire staff is involved at some level with the event. It is a great time to be part of the Honolulu Lodge and our 4th of July celebration is a good ex-ample of what our staff can produce as a team.

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Membership

LODGE OF SORROWThe clock of their days has stopped.Upon its dial the motionless shadowsmark elev-en, with us the golden hour of recollection.

Christopher Castle, III (95) 46 Year Life Member Born: June 6, 1921 Initiated: December 21, 1971 Died: June 6, 2016

James R. Gerard (55) 9 Year Member Born: October 16, 1960 Initiated: February 24, 2009 Died: May 15, 2016

George L. Kekuna (84) 21 Year Member Born: September 9, 1931 Initiated: August 26, 1996 Died: June 9, 2016

Lambert Lui Kwan (89) 33 Year Life Member Born: July 10, 1926 Initiated: September 26,1983 Died: May 18, 2016

Howard Jim C. Shiery II (80) 33 Year Life Member Born: February 20, 1935 Initiated: March 26, 1984 Died: March 15, 2015

CRYING CORNER

To qualify for the jackpot, you mustbe present at the Lodge Meeting and have purchased a drawing ticket for

that night. The following names were drawn:

May 10, 2016 Dan Goo $250.00 Warren Omiya $150.00 Mary Jo Corboy $100.00

May 24, 2016

Jonathan H. Parker $250.00 Gavin Gushiken $150.00 Wesley Chong $100.00

Application for MembershipInvestigation: July 6, 2016 – Balloting: July 12, 2016

Indoctrination: July 20, 2016– Initiation: July 26, 2016

Name Address Occupation Proposer

Lori Lynne Aki Bloom Honolulu, HI 96825 Educator/Consultant Jay Bloom

Karen M. Boglioli Honolulu, HI 96815 Homemaker Dr. Leigh Bovaird

Karen H. Bond Honolulu, HI 96825 Pro. Devlop. Coordinator Matthew A Zahn

John Joseph Brown Waimanalo, HI 96795 Ret USMC Ronald Mizuno

Melanie Bunao Honolulu, HI 96816 Stevedore Ilima Vicente

Jianna Chew Honolulu, HI 96813 Finance Chris Whitesides

Brent Matthew Ciboch Honolulu, HI 9625 Project Manager Patrick Hughes

Gwen “Wendy” Davy Honolulu, HI 96821 Pharma Sales Rep Chris Whitesides

Shane Dezsy Honolulu, HI 96816 Office Manager Sheldon Tateno

James B. Friedman Honolulu, HI 96826 Jewelry Design Fannie Cline

Dorene Furtado Honolulu, HI 96821 Hair Stylist Sara Kova

Ren’ee Nagle-Goodwin Kaneohe, HI 96744 Project Manager Emily Bogdanoff

Avelino J. Halagao Honolulu, HI 96822 Ex. V.P., HEI Eric K. Chun

Daniel Ikaika Ito Honolulu, HI 96816 Digital Media Director Michael Perkins

Gwen K.K. James Haleiwa, HI 96712 Medical Sales Richard Li

Patrick James Haleiwa, HI 96712 Residential Real Estate Richard Li

Rodney Johnston Honolulu, HI 96815 Consultant Charles Stack

Simone I.M. Landgraf Honolulu, HI 96826 Psychologist Lawrence Yee

Deborah J. Long Honolulu, HI 96822 Retired Collins Long

Mark Mason Muttick Honolulu, HI 96815 Editor Antonie Butler

Dr. C. M Oberholzer Honolulu, HI 96814 Physician Michael Hodges

Michael D. Schochet Honolulu, HI 96814 Retired Maxine Mills

Daniel E. Smeller Honolulu, HI 96821 Airline Pilot Roy Brillante

Michael Souza Honolulu, HI 96821 Ret. C&C Hon Byron Apo

Ahlinn Sue Honolulu, HI 96822 Member Services Spec. Jennifer Kozuma

Tracy Y. Tsuhako Waipahu, HI 96797 Accountant Chris Whitesides

Karl Van Zandt Honolulu, HI 96816 Bus. Owner Lisa Kahikina

Reinstatement

Paul M. Loudermilk Honolulu, HI 96816 Police Officer Phillip Johnson

Kerry Martin Honolulu, HI 96815 Supervisor Teru Yasuda

Yuri Farrant Honolulu, HI 96813 Photographer Kali Watson

Affiliation

James Hogan Honoulu, HI 96815 Stevens Pt, WI #641

Kenneth Shimozono Honolulu, HI 96816 Attorney Pearl City, HI #2669

Bridget L. Watrous Honolulu, HI 96822 R.N. Kailua, HI #230

Message From The Board

Aloha,

On behalf of the Board, I would like to ex-tend a sincere Mahalo to those members that attended our Special Meeting on June 7th - we had over 118 members attend. The turnout only confirms the commitment our members have in the future of our Lodge.

Be that as it may, there were many ques-

tions that were asked with positive reactions. Be assured, the Board hears our member’s concerns and will work diligently to address those issues to include a follow up meet-ing before the grand lodge permit vote.

As our past CHEA President, PER, DDGER and District Leader Wayne Howard. advised the membership, the application for a grand lodge permit must be announced on the floor of the Lodge, published in the newsletter then voted on by the membership. If the vote is to proceed, then the formal application process begins.

The event that will trigger the grand lodge pro-cess is the unsealing and vetting of the bids

which will be underway by the time this article goes to print. We have much to do and I am encouraged by the level of interest being gen-erated by this renovation project – no other project in recent history has garnered this level.

I am hopeful that as we continue through this endeavor we are mindful in respecting each other’s voice and opinions regardless of the outcome. There have been past projects and events that have divided the membership which is counterproductive to the future of this Lodge.

Mahalo

Byron Apo, Chairman

Did You Forget Something? DUES?

Just a friendly reminder to members to please pay your membership dues on time. Your lodge would appreciate your immediate attention in this matter and secure your status as “an Elk in good standing”. The secretary’s office has ap-proximately 379 members who are delinquent.

Mahalo, Andrew Watson/ER

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STATUS OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS & UPDATESRailing replacement along seawall and fire es-cape: Projected completion by the end of July.

Transformer replacement and electrical up-grade: Project start has been delayed await-ing revised drawings from Hawaiian Electric. The best laid plans …. The Lodge and Club will continue to operate during this project except for an estimated 5-day period (Mon-day-Friday) of electrical downtime. We are dependent on HECO for the dates of the electrical shutdown (as well as the afore-mentioned start date) as they have a critical role and have not yet committed to a time period. As soon as we know these dates we will announce them on the website and the Aloha Elk and with signage posted in the lobby. Of course this uncertainty causes mem-bers to look elsewhere for banquet facilities.

Erosion at the Seawall: This is a recurring prob-lem at the point where the swim step is located and it must be addressed. We have contracted with Oceanit for the required marine resource survey to assess the potential impact on the

animal life within 50 feet of our proposed work. Under the permit we are pursuing we must start work by March 2017. The permit-ting process grinds along at a very slow pace.

Replacement furniture for the dining room and lounge: We are hoping to be able to salvage our classic McGuire chairs, about 180 of which populate our dining room & lounge. The chair frames are still in good shape but the caning has given out on many of them. We have had one chair completely reconditioned and have had just the caning replaced on a second chair. And we have had cushions made testing 3 dif-ferent densities of foam for suitability. Seems our old chairs have faded so much that it is difficult to match the color with the new can-ing. The two sample chairs and three cush-ions are available in the lobby for inspection.

Other Capital Improvement Projects Budgeted for this Year. Every year we budget and spend a considerable amount on infrastructure up-grades, Lodge and Club equipment replace-ment, and major maintenance projects. This

year, in addition to the above mentioned con-struction projects we will be doing roof repairs, replacing the outdated Point of Sale (POS) system that serves the Club and upgrading the Lodge’s IT system hardware and software.

Master Plan Renovations: Bid opening was mid-June. Proposals were evaluated and dis-cussions/ negotiations begun with the most re-sponsive bidder. This process takes time. We won’t know projected cost, options and project-ed timelines until negotiations are completed. We are hoping to start construction early 2017 but a lot has to come together before we can lock in dates. Materials boards on display in the lobby provide samples of everything from flooring to wall covering to ceiling trim. These have been selected for function, appearance and appropriateness to our location, result-ing in a pleasing blend of color and texture.

For the Board of Directors:

Judy Rubano, Trustee

Member PardonAt the July 12, 2016 Lodge Meeting a request for pardon will be made by lodge secretary of the Elks Lodge BPOE #616. The attending members at this meeting will be asked to par-ticipate in the vote. The member’s name will not be revealed until the night of the meeting to protect the member’s privacy prior to the meeting.

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HONOLULU LODGE NO. 616BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE

ORDER OF ELKS OFFICERS

EXALTED RULER.................Andrew WatsonLEADING KNIGHT..............George del BarrioLOYAL KNIGHT....................Charles P. StackLECTURING KNIGHT............Guy Larson HicksSECRETARY.................. Keith Williams, PERTREASURER...........Winfred W. Cameron, Jr.ESQUIRE..................................... Ron G.S. AuCHAPLAIN........................ Delorese GregoireINNER GUARD............ Jeffery William DunnTILER........................................ Bertram YasuiLAPSATION................................. Teru YasudaPRESIDING JUDGE...............Grant Tanimoto1 YEAR TRUSTEE.....................Judy Rubano2 YEAR TRUSTEE ....................John F. Nadler3 YEAR TRUSTEE...........................Byron Apo4 YEAR TRUSTEE.......... A. R Fernandez, PER5 YEAR TRUSTEE......Christopher Whitesides

SUBORDINATE FORUM JUSTICEGrant Tanimoto

MEDIATOR..............................Bradley ChongBOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR

Byron ApoPER ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT

Wayne Howard, PERLODGE HISTORIAN

Anita ManningDISTRICT DEPUTY GER

Gregory SylvesterKailua Lodge 2669

CHEA STATE VICE PRESIDENTKeith P. Williams, PER Honolulu Lodge 616DISTRICT LEADER

Wayne Howard, PSP, Honolulu #616Vern Ungerecht, PDDGER, Kona #2616

NOTEWORTHY NUMBERSFront Desk.........................................923-5722Club Mgr., Info. & Reservations....... 923-5722Secretary..........................................923-5525Membership Information...................923-5525Fax ...................................................9231726E-mail......................Elks616@hawaiiantel.netWebsite......................www.ElksLodge616.orgBoard of Directors.....BOD@elkslodge616.org

Contact Lodge Secretary - for info re Elks Speech Therapy Program

SICKNESS AND DISTRESSKeith Willims..............................923-5525

The Aloha Elk is published monthly byHONOLULU LODGE #616 BPOE

Fraternal, Charitable, Patriotic Organization

LODGE COMMITTEE CHAIRS For 2016-2017

Americanism vacant

Auditing/Accounting Tom Cabrinha CPA

By-laws Robinson Kepaa PER

Drug Awareness Guy Larson-Hicks

Elks National Foundation Charlie Stack

Flag Day Winfred Cameron

Government Relations Robert Kekuna, PER

Hoop Shoot Hiram Keliipio PER

House Committee Rodney Chang

Indoctrination Lodge Officers

Investigation Walter Nishioka

Kumulokahi Alika Winter

Lodge Activities George Del Barrio

Lodge Newsletter George Del Barrio

Major Project George Del Barrio

Membership/Lapsation Teru Yasuda PER

Elks Memorial Day Delorese Gregoire

Mother’s Day Delorese Gregoire

National Veterans Service Yohannes Negga

Public Relations Lynn Crawley

Scholarship Carl Schwarm

Scouting Ron Lockwood

Sickness and Distress Keith Williams PER

Special Activities Vacant

Community Welfare Vacant

Kupuna Committee Rio Martell

Standing Relief Keith Williams PER

Visitation vacant

Visiting Kimo Pestana

Youth Activities Suzanne Gallagher

Major Project and Other DonationsMay 1 – 31, 2016

Wed Hawn Singers 5/04/16 $161.00

5/11/16 $128.87

5/18/16 $58.00

5/25/16 $76.00

Cassandra Pinnick-Yoga

5/07/16 $50.00

Lodge Meeting

5/10/16 $39.00

5/24/16 $107.00

Anon. for Joe Mills & Johnny Gomez

5/10/16 $20.00

5/24/16 $20.00

Joe Dowson’s Art Club

5/03/16 $20.00

5/10/16 $15.00

5/17/16 $30.00

5/24/16 $25.00

5/31/16 $25.00

Piggy Banks

Donna Chuck $37.50

Lisa Goto $ 9.16

Kevin Kam $27.25

John Keogh $45.20

Deborah Love $29.50

Michael Owen $36.87

Stella Scott $ 4.00

Arlene Skillman $29.70

Toy Tanabe $63.07

Carl Vaicek $22.75

CENTURY CLUB MEMBERS

Augie Rey Fernandez $100.00

In Memory of Jimmy Borges

Teru Yasuda $100.00

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Honolulu Lodge 616BPO Elks

2933 Kalakaua AvenueHonolulu, Hawaii 96815

Non Profit OrganizationU.S. Postage PAIDHonolulu, Hawaii Permit No. 256

Summertime at the Elks

Although we may experience a short shut down this summer for needed electrical work, we’ll surely spend much of the sum-mer upholding an Elk tradition - socializing with family and fellow members. It didn’t take Hawaii’s first Elks long to plan for a place where they could bring wives and family for events and recreation. September 1901, the Advertiser reported “Corral for Local Elks: Club and Grill will be features.” Enjoyment of a good beer unites the first Elks with 2016 members!

In December 1901, “Rainier Beer for the Home” was advertised to consumers. At the same time, the “Anti-Saloon League of Hawaii” was organizing under forces that touted abstinence to keep men (and women) “hale and hearty.” Eventually their

campaign would lead to a total ban on alco-hol in Hawaii, March 1918, using World War I food conservation of grains as a lever.

Advertising beer in Hawaii has changed since a 1903 Rainier ad could tout beer as a woman’s “best insurance against poor health.” For women who enjoy beer, it’s nice to THINK it could keep us ‘pretty.’ Beer was cross cultural with ads appearing in 1917 Japanese language Hawaii Hochi showing Rainier bottles.

In the 1904 holiday issue of Paradise of the Pacific , Primo encouraged visitors and residents to drink of its “healthful tonic properties.” Primo could name itself the “Ideal Family Beverage” based on medical thinking of the era which considered beer an appropriate nutritional drink for children. Importantly, bottled beer was considered a

safe source of liquids when tap water was uncertain.

During the 1930’s Great Depression, the Elks put their energy into a program to provide milk, the health drink of THAT day, to school children. Funds were raised with

community concerts, fairs, and dances. Those Elks, like many Americans, celebrat-ed the legalization of alcohol Dec. 5, 1933,

and immediately applied for a liquor license to once again enjoy a beer.Each summer, the Honolulu Elks Club serves beer, and other cooling beverages to the appropriate age group based on today’s knowledge. While Elks of all ages are wel-come to order a glass of bone strengthening milk, only those over 21 will be served a beer. Come and get it! You’ll be upholding a 110 year-old Hawaii Elk tradition.

Anita Manning, Lodge Historian

References:Hawaiian Star 4 May 1903, pg 2; Honolulu Advertiser 7 Sept 1901 pg 9; 17 Dec 1901; Paradise of Pacific Dec 1904; Star Bulletin 27 Sept 33, pg 2; Wadman, J. W. “History of Prohibition in Hawaii,” Friend, Mar 1920, pg 62-63