Boise—The first annual convention of the Idaho state association of Benevolent Protective Order of Elks here as guests of Boise Lodge No. 210, opened today at the Elks' home. Elks from all parts of the state, representative of fourteen lodges in the state participated. The city was in holiday attire, with the Elks' colors of purple and white flying behind the Stars and Stripes. The opening of the convention and the big parade in the afternoon were appropriate flag day events, a special program for the day taking place in the afternoon.
Mayor Eugene B. Sherman welcomed the lodge visitors to Boise and turned the keys of the city over to them. On all sides was heard the familiar salutation, "hello, Bill."
The Flag Day parade stood this afternoon by the Elks' lodge, one of the most spectacular in the history of the lodge. The parade, led by Governor D. W. Davis, was a highlight of the evening. 