Benevolent Protective Order of Elks
started as an actors drinking club called "The Jolly Corks". Name was changed when non-actors started coming and they realized their name was silly. The Elk is a very American animal, the club is very American.
Loyal Order of Moose
In 1898, a man named Dr. John Wilson wanted to start a fraternal order that was similar to the Elks, but run kind of like the Masons — so he did.
Knights of Columbus
The club for Catholics. Started by Priest Michael J. McGivney to give Catholics a Frat option. Helped new Catholic immigrants adjust to America.
The Shriners
A branch off Freemasonry. started because some men wanted to have more fun, less ceremony. The Arabic/ Egyptian look is from a fun party that William Florence went to in 1870. Best known for wearing Fezzes, driving little cars in parades, and having amazing (free if needed) children's hospitals. full name is "Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine" and anagram for A MASON.
Freemasons
The best known fraternal organization.
Odd Fellows
At one time the largest Frat around. back when the frats were like labor unions this collected 'all the rest' the odd jobbers...
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