Hollie Roberts first woman to lead Jefferson Elks
Hollie Roberts heads a slate of officers that will lead Jefferson Elks Lodge #2306 during its 50th year. The installation of officers is set for Saturday, March 22, at 7 pm at the Jefferson Elks lodge. Roberts will become the 49th exalted ruler of the local lodge as she fills the position held during the past year by Cliff Said.
Roberts has been an active Elks member for five years. She has served the local lodge as lecturing knight, loyal knight, and leading knight. She will be the first woman to progress through each chair in the lodge and the first chosen to be exalted ruler.
Elected officers include leading knight Don Franey, loyal knight Diane Gibson, secretary Joyce Fister, treasurer Jonathon Smith, trustees John Russell, Eldon Cunningham, and Jim Spearman, and tiler Russ Johnson.
Appointed officers include inner guard Jim Hagar, chaplain Bill Berger, and esquire Les Fister.
Past exalted rulers will conduct the installation. Refreshments and a reception will follow the ceremony. The public is invited to this celebration of a new Elks year and Hollie Roberts as exalted ruler.
