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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76501 DECEMBER 14, 1977

VOLUME 65, NUMBER 50

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK Lodge Dnbovy Ita, No. 126, Ross.

members held their meeting for December at Lodge .Taromir No, 54, West, Sunday, Dee. 4th, begirming at 2 p.m. One of the items on their a genda was to discuss and vote on whether or not those members p resent wished to have Lodge No. 126, Ross, merge with Lodge No. 54, West.

Brother Joe Dujka, president of Lodge No. 126, requested your editor to attend and give the membership a brief history of Lodge 126, translated from the Czech-written minutes which had been kept in that language until September 1963, mainly by their secretary during that time, Brother Jos. Foit and answer any questions the members may have. This your editor did and the one question asked was whether the status of premium refunds to members would change if the lodge merged. They were assured that this would not alter the payment of the premium refunds which came from the SI, offices.

Then yours truly requested that he and any other Lodge No. 54 members present be excused and absent themselves from the meeting so that the Lodge No. 128 members could deliberate and vote in privacy and this was done. They were promised that the translated minutes of their first and chartering meeting be published and they read as follows:

WILD GEESE

In the frosted night I hear yo wild strange music As you pass above the town, confused by light.

Then, as you find again the invisible trail, I hear Your triumphant honks fading into the night.

The loneliness, the utter loneliness of your cries As you wing like dark ghosts

through chilling space!

You are my kin -- oh, brothers, wait for me!

My heart too would know the beckoning far-off place.

But, alas, my heart is frail, unlike the determined geese.

Yearning, yet it clings to the settl-

ed and the sure; Yearning, yet afraid to leave the well-known scene To seek uncertain destiny and distant lure.

--,Ruby Lee Mitchell

Ceremonial Minutes Dated 5 December 1915 Present at this ceremony were brothers from neighboring lodges in West, Waco, Tours and Cottonwood.

Brother Doctor Pazdral welcomed those present with an appropriate and touching speech and Bro. Kubena, secretary of our Main Lodge convened the meeting as tempora-

ry president. Bro. Robert Cervenka was appointed vice president; Bro. M. Pazthal, senior president; Bro. Leopold Macel, secretary; Bro. Charles Zapalaz, guide; Bro. Anton Hlavaty, inside guard; and Bro. Chas. Holasek, outside guard.

Next was initiation of new members into our Order; there were nine present, as follows: Brothers Jos. Kudelka, Frank Grossman, Ant. Dlabaja, John Ilutyra, Ino. Opela, Paul Dana, John Lastovica, John Skrla and Sister Karoline Foit.

After all details of forming a lodge were taken care of the election of officers was as follows (all elected unanimously): Fr. Kudelka, president; Vaclav Hutyra, vice president;Jos. Fait, secretary; John Opela, treasurer; F. R. Kudelka, financial secretary; John Lastovica, inside guard; John Hutyra, guide, Ino Opela outside guard, Jos. Foit delegate to the convention, and John Holecek, alternate delegate.

The newly-elected officers were installed into their respective positions and the remainder of the meeting was conducted by the new president.

Motion made and seconded that all meetings be held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

Accepted. Motion made, seconded, and accepted that local lodge dues be increased from 10 cents to 25 cents a month for a period of three months.

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following issue is Thursday.

A suggestion from Mr. Roman Adamcik was read, a motion made and seconded that there be a three member investigating committee elected to bring a report to the next meeting. Named were Brothers John Opela, Fr. Grossman and Ino. Opela.

Income was reported to be $26.80 and expense — none as of that time.

Brother president invited all present for some food and refreshments which were prepared at his home. The meeting, was adjourned until the second Sunday in Jdnuary, at 2 p.m.

Jos. Foit, secretary Frank Kudelka, president * * Such are the minutes written by Brother Foit, 62 years ago. We felt they would interest you. They show that the charterings were much simpler, yet carried out officially and with dignity and dispatch.

Brother Foit served as secretary (not continuously) until Sept. 1st, 1963, when he wrote his last minutes in English and was succeeded

by Brother Eugene J. Gerik who has served as secretary since.

Brother Foit died in 1968.

The membership voted to merge, we were informed by Brother Dujka. The reason for the desire to merge was that the officers wished to retire and most of the membership have paid-up insurance and did not attend meetings. Officers Dujka, Gerik, etc., are to be congratulated for serving faithfully and for so long a time.

It was a pleasure to meet one of their charter members who is still living — Brother Ben Kudelka, a spry 85-year-old jovial person.

He is very interesting to talk to, and he knows the histories of the Cottonwood, West, and Ross lodges.

—SPJST

NEWSBRIEFS Mrs. Edmund (Tracy) Gerik, 82, of West, died Monday morning, Dec. 5th at her residence. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West, with Rev. William Benish officiating. Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery, near West. Sister Gerik was a longtime member of Lodge 126, Ross.

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Wednesday, December 14, 1971

LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Dear Members: First things first—To our youth: You are doing a splendid job! It is good to see so many of you coming out and participating in the fun and work activities. This past week we received another shipment of skates and it looks like more will be arriving soon.

With Christmas just around the corner, we are planning to hold our December monthly meeting the night of our Christmas party, Dec. 17th. We will have our installation of officers for 1978, beginning at 6 p.m. with pot luck supper following and the arrival of Santa Claus Then at 8 p.m., dance time with music furnished by Jodie Dubec.

We look forward to having all our members attend and participate in the fellowship.

If you have not made arrangements for bringing in the New Year, make your reservations now to bring it in at the Elgin Stardust Ballroom with the Hi-Toppers. Advance tickets are only $5 per person with breakfast tickets, $2.

Write to: P. 0. Box 55, Elgin, Tx 78621.

Fraternally, Jeanette Peterson Jack Raven Entertainment Comm.

SPJST

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Dear Readers: Lodge No. 6 held its annual meeting with election of officers for the coming year, on Sunday, Dec. 4th, 1977, at 3:30 p.m. Youth members Terry Hykel and David Dobecka led the membership in reciting the pledge of allegiance to the American flag. David then said the SPJST pledge. There were 21 members present at this meeting.

President Krizan asked the membership to stand for a few moments of silent tribute to our departed Brother Alphonse Hrabal.

All reports were approved as read.

In her youth report, Sister Oehuetz said the youth went to the

3 rest home on Nov. 9th and presented a program and also took refreshments for the residents. They will go again on Dec. 14th, when they will present their Christmas program, and take gifts and refreshments for the residents. The lodge hall was decorated for Christmas Dec. 9th. Lodge 6 will have its annual Christmas party Dec. 18th, with supper (fried chicken with all the trimmings; each family is asked to bring a covered dish) being served at 5 p.m., followed by the youth program and then Santa Claus will arrive. Youth members having birthdays during December are Becky Mynax and Bobby Hykel.

In her card committee report, Sister Dobecka reported sending the following cards during the month of November — birthday: Christine Svrcek, Rose Marie Mynar, Cyril Svrcek, Jr., Katie Krizan, Marietta Lander, Joyce Wachsmann and Johnnie Krizan; baby congratulations: Mr. and Mrs. Gary Beseda and Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mach; get-well: David Dobecka; anniversary: Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hykel, Mr. and Mrs. Dean Snider and Mr. and Mrs. Willie Helona.

Adult members having birthdays during the month of December include Al Schuetz, Frankie Lee Uptmore, Raymond Hromadka, Jr., John Parma and Pat Wachsmann; anniversary: Mr. and Mrs. Fred Monthei.

Under new business, it was decided to have our January meeting Jan. 8th, since the first Sunday of January will be Jan. ist.

President Krizan then turned the meeting over to Brother Cyril Svrcek to conduct the election of officers for 1978. Those elected were: President — Robert Dobecka, Sr. Vice President — Rose Uptmor Secretary -- Barbara Jean Hykel Treasurer—Georgia Wachsmann Financial Secretary — George Straten Youth Leader -- Willie Mae Schuetz Assistant Youth Leader — Rose Uptmor Hall Manager -- Al Schuetz Flag Bearer and Reporter — Pat Wachsmann Brother Svrcek expressed his congratulations to, all the above re-elected and newly-elected officers of Lodge No. 6.

Door prize winner3 wei:e: $2 —

Fred Monthei, $10 — Mary Ann Koerner (not present), $10—George R. Polansky (not present), $7 — Raymond R. Matus (not present).

The meeting was then adjourned until Sunday, Jan. 8th, 1978, at 3:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Pat Wachsmann Reporter — SPJST -LODGE NO. 8, WEIMAR Dear Members: Just a line to remind you that we are having our annual meeting on the third Sunday, Dec. 18th; at Brand Motor Co., at 1 p.m.

I am hoping to see a good attendance at this meeting.

Fraternally, Emil G. Shumbera Secretary — SPJST --LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON Our Nov. 19th dance with the Panther City Polka Boys is behind us now and was a huge success. We would like to thank everyone who came out and supported us and all the ladies from our lodge who brought cakes and especially to Vivian Vrana of Lodge 25, Ennis; Marie Tesar and Otto Kurtz of Lodge 92, Fort Worth, who also brought us cakes. Thank all of you very much. Our December meeting was well attended and we hope it continues that way for the new year.

Christmas greetings were read from the secretary treasurer's department of the Supreme Lodge and also from Editor Rudy Sefcik and family.

All reports were approved read.

A moment of silence was observed in memory of Sister Anna Milan of Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth, who passed away Nov. 29th. She will be missed by everyone and was very devoted to SPJST and knew the true meaning of fraternalism.

A letter of approval of our loan from the Supreme Lodge was read.

A donation of $25 for our building fund was received from Brother Alvin and Sister Wilma Nesuda of Ennis. Thank you both, we appreciate it.

Officers elected for the coming year are: President — Dennis Barabas Vice President — Jerry Janek Secretary — Sandra Barabas Treasurer — Leroy Hampton

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We had our Christmas party and covered dish supper on Dec. 3rd, at 7 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall. It was a beautifully festive occasion.

Sister Clara Hablinski began the festivities by greeting and welcoming everyone. She then introduced all the officers after which she gave me the privilege' of leading everyone in saying the blessing.

Let me tell you, I was so deeply honored that I almost forgot the words. (Now I know why most people use idiot cards.)

We enjoyed a sumptuous meal.

There was so much delicious food!

It was a very satisfying feast.

In recognition of all their efforts and hard work, the Entertainment Committee, whose chairman is Sister Clara, presented all the officers with 8 x 10 photographs of themselves for the future lodge home.

There were recognition awards presented to the committee chairmen and committeemen with a special plaque to Sister Val Steele for her diligence, dedication, and a lot of hard work, which also includes the recognition given all the committees for their efforts.

We have some hard workers in this lodge. God bless them.

There was a special plaque, also presented by the Entertainment Committee and Clara, to the very first officers of Pinewood Heritage Lodge No. 178, which was organized Aug. 30th, 1974. This plaque is inscribed with the names of those first officers who started this lodge.

The very moving words inscribed on all the plaques were written by our own Sister Clara and they are beautiful. All of the above-named photographs, awards, and plaques will hang in the hallowed halls of Pinewood Heritage Lodge No. 178 from now throughout the annals of SPAT — time.

LODGE NO. 178, LONG_VIEWWe had a speech by Brother EuKILGORE gene Hablinski, who is such a fine Dear Members and Friends, president and puts out energy and Our greetings and good wishes to effort far above and beyond the all of you at the beginning of this call of duty. beautiful holiday season.

Floyd Snyder, our youth leader, Before I begin my report I gave a nice speech about the imwould like to make a correction on portance of our youth and our the last one. I named Brother interest and support of them; as Mitch Wiesner as our 2nd Vice he so aptly put it, "Today's youth President and I was mistaken. The are tomorrow's SPJST leaders."

2nd VP is Brother Loye Alvis. My Our fund-raising co-chairman, apologies, Brother Loye. (You may Sister Val Steele, stressed the

Financial Secretary — Kenneth Krivanek Youth Leader — Clyde Parnell Assistant Youth Leader — Sandra Barabas Flag Bearer Bill Slavik Reporter — Sandra Barabas.

We congratulate all of the officers and would like to thank the outgoing officers for the wonderful jobs they did during the year.

Appointed to assist Brother Tankersley on the Entertainment Committee were Brothers Kenneth Krivanek and Bob Smajstrla, and Sisters Norma Durbin, Sandra Baraba,s, Mary Hejl, Carol Slavik and Mary Ann Krivanek. Sister Doris Smajstrla will continue as Sunshine chairman.

Our next meeting will be held Thursday, Jan. 5th, 1978, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church The St. Ann's Catholic Church of Burleson will sponsor a dance on Friday, Dec. lath, at St. Ann's with music by the Panther City Polka Boys. Everyone come out and have a OW time.

January 14th, 1978, Lodge No. 180 will co-sponsor a dance with Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth, at National Hall, with music by the Al Grebnick Orchestra from Schuyler, Neb. beginning at 9 p.m. Admission will be $2 per person, ages 12 to 16; $4 per person, 17 and up. Please come out and have a good time with us.

I have enjoyed my job as reporter and know that Sister Barabas will do an excellent job taking over.

I would like to thank Brother Rudy Seftik for always getting our articles printed right after they were sent in.

I also want to take this opportunity to wish each one of you a Blessed Christmas and a very prosperous New Year.

Fraternally, Mary Ann Krivanek Reporter

Vt STNIK importance of member participation in helping raise the funds which she does so successfully, by saying, "With the help you all give me."

Brother Floyd introduced all of the youth officers who are as follows: President — Tanya Snyder, Vice President — Ronald Hablinski, Secretary — Sherry Kane, Treasurer — Cindy Kane, Reporter — Lynn Vrana, Flag Bearer -- Nicole Harris, Sgt.-at-Arms — Scott. Harris.

Little Mary Beth Lyle played the organ for us. She played "Silent Night," and "Away in a Manger" and she did it so well.

Rose Vaughan Simpson, Angela Vaughan, Lorrie Vaughan, and James Vaughan led us in singing a few lovely Christmas carols. Yes, they all belong to yours truly, and needless to say, I am very proud of them and find great joy in all of them.

Brother Floyd reminded us that his assistant youth leaders are: Bernard Budnik, Mrs. Cain, and since she is ill at this time, Mr. Ed Cain is filling in for her.

There was a rousing round of applause for all of our insurance salesmen and salesladies.

The Entertainment Committee had stockings for all the children, much to the delight of all of them.

The stockings were stuffed by Colleen Howell and Mildred Wiesner.

Our thanks to the committee and the ladies.

All the children exchanged gifts which they brought and some of which were donated by members of the lodge. Golly, it was such a happy time for those kids. You could see it in their faces. It was a very good time for all of us.

Once again I have run out of news. I hope that all of you had a bountiful and blessed Thanksgiving holiday.

Until next time, May God keep all of you well and happy. Peace!

Fraternally, Mary Vaughan - SPJST LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY Dear Members and Friends: Well, here I am again with a few lines to report to you.

Our election of officers for the year 1978 is over and they are: President — Johnny Johnson 1st Vice President — J. D. McCullough Cheryl 2nd Vice President

Wednesday, December 14, 1977 Melson Secretary - Creola Wilcox Treasurer and Youth Leader Mary Bean.

Since all who were elected and accepted their positions, then, by all means, let's all help them and pull together and carry on the responsibilities in running and supporting the lodge. Let's help our elected officers all we can.

I know some of you did not get your choice •but due to the fact that this is a democratic organization, we have to accept and support the majority.

We had a good turnout at our recent dance; the music was provided by the Hi Country. It is always nice to see so many enjoying themselves. We had guests who were here for the first time. We are always glad to have members invite guests and encourage them to join; come dressed decent and set an example for everyone who comes to our lodge, so they will notice the nice respectful place that it 18 for all to enjoy.

We were sorry to hear that Wanda Johnson was admitted to the Houston County Hospital. Wanda, perk up and get out of the hospital as soon as You can.

We are also very sorry to know that one of our good members passed away, Brother Albert Luedke.

He is survived by his wife, Alvina, and children. If there is anything we can do to help you, please call us.

If there are any other members sick I don't know about, please get well soon.

Until next time .. .

Fraternally, Chester Shmoldas - SPJST -LODGE NO. 14, WESLEY Dear Members and Friends: Our Christmas party, which is an annual affair, and lodge meeting will be held Sunday, Dec. 18th, at the home of Sister and Brother John Pomykal at 1:30 p.m. This will also be our annual meeting and election of our lodge officers.

The goodies for this Christmas party will be purchased by Sister and Brother Alvin Janes.

Don't forget Sunday, Dec. 18th, because we wouldn't want to disappoint Santa Claus, now would we?

Hermina Vavra Reporter

5 LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Dear Members and Friends: Reservations for the New Year's Eve dance are on sale now. You may get them at any Saturday night dance, or by calling AC 817 985-2248 on Saturday night. During the week please call AC 817 7733914.

Be sure to get your tickets early for this occasion and come on out where the best is happening.

Fraternally, Alfred Klusacek President SPJST LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Dear Members and Friends: It is with great sadness that I have to report the passing of Sister Anna Milan on her 82nd birthday in the Fort Worth Medic-Center at 2 a.m. after a lengthy illness, with all her children and grandchildren at her bed side. She was a true fraternalist and gave her all until she was hospitalized. She will be missed by many and may she rest in peace.

We remind you of our annual Christmas program to be held Monday, Dec. 19th, at '7:30 p.m. and sisters desiring to bring some Christmas goodies for the social that will follow may do so.

We extend our congratulations to Brother John and Sister Raydeen Naughton of Chicago on the arrival of their son, Ryan Eric.

We want to wish a speedy recovery to Brother Kent Johnson who is home recuperating after surgery and also to Sister Eva Dockery who wasn't satisfied with one leg in a cast, she had to break her other leg and required surgery and, at this time, is in St. Joseph's Hospital.

There will be a New Year's Eve dance with the Cahoots Progressive Country; advance tickets are on sale.

Receipt of contributions to the Memorial Fund are appreciatively acknowledged from the following: In memory of the late Brother John Becan by Mr. and Mrs. John Becan $15.00 In memory of the late Brother Joe Milan by Mr. and Mrs. John Becan $15.00 In memory of Sister Anna Milan --by Mr. and Mrs. John Becan $15.00 Mr. Jerry Mills $25.00 Mr. and Mrs. Ray Johnson $10.00

Mrs. Jewel Clark $10.00 Mrs. Fanny Gaddis $ 5.00 Mrs. J. A. Wruble $10.00 Mr. - Mrs. Albert Wruble $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Joe Merlick $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Polk and Mary Juran $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Jim Mason and family $15.00 Mr. and Mrs. Chick Sales $25.00 Mrs. Kay Garrison and George Half ord $20.00 Mr. and Mrs. Charles Pulliam and Mrs. Helen Zich '$10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Hulen Smith $10.00 Mrs. Mary Hixson $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Ed Bederman $10.00 North Fort Worth Bank $15.00 Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Krivanek and Mary Cecile $10.00 Mr. Lad Maly $10.00 Mr. Otto Kurtz $10.00 Mrs. Rose Million $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Louis Million, Jr. $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Healey and family $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Helmut Prill $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Dockery $5.00 Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Eggenberger $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. H. E. NeSmith, Bob and Judy Briscoe, Barbara Ann NeSmith $50.00 Mr. J. S. Crunk $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Leroy C. Stewart $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs.. L. A. Seay $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Whittlesey $ 5.00 Mr./Mrs. Wayne P. Jones $10.00 Mr./Mrs. Chas. F. Campau $15.00 Mr. and Mrs. John Murphy $ 2.00 Mr. and Mrs. Bob Easley $ 2.00 Mr. and Mrs. Roy Alholm $10.00 Mrs. Frances Tirk $ 5.00 Mrs. Harriet Gallagher $ 5.00 $ 7.50 Mrs. Geneva Hennessey Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Bullock $ $.00 $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Al Mosley Mrs. Bernice Price and Mr. and Mrs. Thos J. $25.00 Carroll $ 2.00 Mr. and Mrs. Wiggins Mrs. Florence Greer and Mrs. Mary Palacheck $ 5.00 Mr. Wm. L. Hopkins, Lisa and Julie $25.00 Mrs. B. Tinker $ 5.00 Mrs. Ruby Millikin $ 5.00 Mrs. Vera White and Mrs. Odessa Shine $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Waller $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Swasick $10.00 Mr. / Mrs. Pat Honeycutt $10.00 Bette Alcorn $10.00

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6 $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Ed Faraizl Col. and Mrs. George Smith, Pam and Paula $20.00 Mr. and Mrs. Waydelle Hill $15.00 Mr. and Mrs. Al Kercho and family $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Larry Vincent $15.00 Mr. / Mrs. Al Skiffington $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Benny Pavey $25.00 Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Bachhoefer $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Merlick $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Louis Belota $ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Gabby Marek $10.00 Mrs. Emma Bartak $ 5.00 Mr. / Mrs. Walter Graves $10.00 Mr./Mrs. Howard Strange $10.00 $25.00 Gyros Parents Club $25.00 Mrs. Christine Hvezdos Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Ramsey $10.00 and family Mr. and Mrs. John Sindel $ 5.00 Mrs. Rose Bishop $ 5.00 Mr. / Mrs. E. E. McElhaney$ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Rex $ 5.00 Hendrickson So until . . . Keep Smiling!

Fraternally, Mary Pavey SPJST —

LODGE NO. 133, SAN ANTONIO Dear Vestnik Readers, Our November meeting was held and called to order at 2 p.m. by Brother Emil Matula.

After the pledge of allegiance and roll call of officers, the monthly reports were presented.

At this time of the year I am asking our sisters to bring some goodies to our Christmas party, which will be at the same time at our Sunday, Dec. 18th meeting; also the officers will be installed for the year 1978.

We were glad to see Brother Emil Sefcik at the meeting. Brother Sefcik, continue to feel better and stay out of the hospitals.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to all November members at the meeting.

Twelve members from San Antonio Lodge No. 133 went to New Braunfels Lodge No. 185 sunday, Nov. 27th. A new lodge was chartered. We had a wonderful time; there was music, food and dancing was enjoyed by all. Most of all, I enjoyed dancing with my 93-yearold mother whom I love to dance with, and did find out she still likes to dance, too.

First prize was won by Sister Ann Swize, second by Sister Evelyn matuis..

There will be a Christmas tree with packages of goodies for all the youth members, so parents, please bring them out to the meeting.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our brothers and sisters; also to the ones who are in nursing homes and/or hospitals.

Fraternally yours, Viola Mazac Reporter SPJST

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Dear Members: Lodge No. 172 Pasadena will hold its annual meeting Wednesday, Dec. 14th, at 911 E. Shaw in Pasadena. We will have the annual reports and election of officers. I hope all of you will try to attend this meeting.

With best wishes for Christmas and the New Year, I am Fraternally, Viasta Machann Secretary BPJST —

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Dear Members: The Tables and Chairs Fund for Lodge 188 Centerville has approximately $1,000 collected. Betty Beard of Buffalo and Sam Wingfield of Jewett, will be telephoning you to see if you have made a donation; anyone who wishes to contribute $50 or more toward the fund, will have their name engraved on a permanent plaque to be placed in the lodge building. Your contribution may be sent to Andrea Schwab, Box 99, Centerville 75833 or contact him at 536-2293.

Carolyn Carringan and Diane Howie are having a garage sale, with all proceeds going toward the Tables and Chairs Fund Saturday, Dec. 17th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the old town shop building in Centerville on Hwy. 7. Anyone wishing to contribute anything, please contact either of the people mentioned above, or bring your donation to the location on Hwy. 7.

The lodge is having a ticket sale on a black walnut plant stand; donations are $1 per ticket and this item will be given away at our Dec. 23rd dance. You may also want to know that you do not have to be present to win, in case you cannot attend our dance. Evelyn Schwab is in charge of the money project from which these proceeds will go toward our new lodge home build-

ing. Evelyn can be contacted at 536-2293 for information. All donations will be greatly appreciated.

Due to the holiday season, our next lodge monthly meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2nd, at the old Carver School.

Fraternally, Jacquelyn Wakefield Financial Secretary SPJST ---

LODGE NO. 156, BAYTOWN Dear Members: The quarterly meeting of our Lodge 156, was held Wednesday, Dec. 7th, at 7:30 p.m. President David Brinkley presided at the meeting, which was held in the home of E. C. and Ann Harvey.

Officers for the year, 1978 were elected and they are: President — David Brinkley Vice President--Margie Hrabina Secretary — Jo Ann Vojacek Financial Secretary — Ann Harvey Reporter — Nolia Manak Mrs. Evelyn Mikeska, District V Sales Representative, installed the new officers. Three guests attended our meeting. After the meeting a lovely and delicious dinner was served, followed by a social hour, and exchange of Christmas gifts.

Our next meeting will be Monday, March 13th, 1978, at 7 p.m. in the home of Louis and Margie Hrabina, at 3702 Larch, Baytown, Phone 424-5070. Members, please n c . rk this date on your new cal',.ar and come and join us; you veil enjoy it.

Fraternally, Nolia Hlanak Reporter SPJST —

LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI Dear Members: Christmas Party The SPJST Lodge 79 and Sokol Corpus Christi and SVPS Chapter No. 30, will hold their Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 18th, at 4 p.m.

The youth club and Sokol will present a program; there will be a Christmas tree with Santa's visit, and supper will be served, as usual.

All members are invited to attend.

Notice to Sokol Members The next Sokol meeting will be held Jan. 8th, 1978, at 3 p.m.

My salute and sincere recognition to Sister Dorothy Tomasek for the recognition of her long and fraternal sincere work for our

Wednesday, December 14, 1977 SPJST. Fraternally, John Stasa Historian SPJST — LODGE NO. 117, ROBSTOWN Dear Members: The annual meeting of Lodge No. 117 Robstown is scheduled to be held Wednesday, Dec. 14th, at 7:30 p.m. in the home of Secretary Helen Pavelka. For those who don't know where I live, it is three miles north of Robstown on FM Rd. 1889, on the left side of the road coming from Robstown, or one mile south, off Hwy. 624.

The books are to be audited prior to the meeting. Since this is the annual meeting, officers for 1978 will be elected and members are reminded to please attend. This is your lodge so come voice your opinion. We would like to see more members attend this meeting, other than the faithful few who have been attending. After the meeting we will have our usual social and for this, the ladies are asked to pP.ease bring something to eat.

Guests are always welcome to join us.

Fraternally, Mrs. Helen Pavelka Secretary SPJST —

LODGE NO. 63, SWEET HOME Dear Members: The regular monthly meeting and annual Christmas social of Lodge No. 63, Sweet Home will be held Dec. 18th in Slovacek's Ballroom, at 1 p.m. This meeting is important because officers will be elected and committees will be appointed.

After the meeting door primes will be given and someone with a birthday in October, November or December will win a birthday cake baked by Mrs. Clara Petru.

This will be followed by distribution of gifts. There will again be separate boxes for ladies, men, and children, with the prices ranging from $1.50 to $2. Fruit will also be given out.

Since this is also our social month, ladies are asked to bring something for lunch and the drinks will be furnished.

Please try to attend this meeting and party. Take part in your lodge's business and fellowship.

Fraternally, Elaine Berkovsky

7 LODGE NO. 184, MOULTON Dear Members: Our annual meeting will be held Wednesday, Dec. 14th, at 7:30 p.m.

We will have election of officers for 1978. After the meeting we will have a beef stew supper and refreshments.

The members of the lodge may bring some sweets. If you wish you may bring your own bowl and spoon.

Fraternally, Frank C. Wagner Secretary SPJST —

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Dear Members: Here are the names of our Door and Concession Stand Committees to work at the following lodge dance dates: December 17 — Virginia and Royce Martin — Door Comm.

Glenda and Harry Ferguson — Concession December 31 — Jenny and Bob McEachern — Door Comm.

Euphania and Homer Franks and Vada and Gunny Allen — Concession If you are unable to participate ask another member to fill in your place because you are responsible for these duties.

Dr. A. M. Easterling President - SPJST -LODGE NO. 184, MOULTON Dear Brothers and Sisters: Election of officers will be held at our December meeting, so we ask all members to be present. This will be Dec. 14th, at 7:30 p.m. We will also have our Christmas party at this time. The lodge will furnish the stew, while the lodge ladies are asked to bring sweets for desserts.

Refreshments will also be available.

Fraternally, Anita Kubicek SPJST — LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Dear Readers, Members decided to have reservations for the New Year's Eve dance. Jerry Heisler will be playing and the tickets are $3.50 per chair. &Wade. Geistman and Doris Svoboda are in charge of reservations. You can call LaVada during the day at 985-2436 and Doris after

5 p.m. at 985-2402. Tickets must be paid for in advance, you can send your check to LaVada Geistman, Rt. 1, Burlington or Doris Svoboda, Rt. 3, Temple; deadline for reservations is Dec. 28th. Hats and horns will be given out at the dance again this year; in charge of this are Harold Schnieder and Carol Chervenka.

Fraternally, Arleen Cable Reporter SPJST -LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA , Dear Members: Our Christmas dance on Dec. 17th will begin at 7 p.m. with a covered dish supper, so if you wish to eat before the free dance, bring your family and guests and your covered dish. The free dance will feature Alvin Linhart and his Sugarlanders and will be from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. We plan to have a good time that night and by having a covered dish supper, everyone can enjoy themselves and not have to be left out of the fun. Tell your friends and be sure to tell them that if they wish to eat, bring a covered dish. Bring your favorite alcoholic beverage; set-ups and ice can be purchased at the bar. Our usual dress code is still: ladies, no shorts or hot pants; men, shirt tails tucked in trousers and no hats on the dance floor.

Fraternally, Edna Voldan Ent. Chmn.

701 S. Richey No. 25 Pasadena, Tex. 77506 - SPJST -LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Dear Members and Friends: The newly elected officers will be installed at our next meeting, Dec. 17th; this will also be our Lodge No. 18 Christmas party, the supper will be served at 6 p.m. and followed with a dance by Jodie Dubec and The Silvertones.

Members: Please invite as many friends as you wish and bring pot luck dishes, and let's all attend and have a good time together.

If you haven't tasted our delicious hamburgers from the chefs in our kitchen, you have really missed something, so the next time you are at our Sunday after-loon dances, try one. We also have sausage sandwiches and pop corn.

Fraternally, Evelyn Gustafson

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8 LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Dear Members: Our Christmas covered dish supper will start at 7 p.m. Dec. 17th, and our free dance will kick off at 9 p.m. with the Sugarlenders.

Please remember to put your name on your dishes so there will be no mix up. Don't forget to BYOB or beer and we have set-ups and ice that can be purchased at the bar.

Don't forget we have our New Year's dance tickets available. Let us all try to get them going.

Let us not try to lead or follow each other, just walk side by side and be friends.

Edna Voldan 701 S. Richey No. 25 Pasadena, Tx 77506

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LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Dear Members and Friends, Our board of trustees has approved plans to jointly sponsor a dance on Jan. 14th with Lodge 1 , Burleson. They will present an evening of dancing and entertainment featuring the band of Al Grebnick from Nebraska. Both of these lodges invite you to attend and enjoy this event. This band is a well-known favorite even in this part of the country.

Sincerely and fraternally, Helen Paprskar SPJST —

LODGE NO. 66, WACO Dear Members: Saturday, Dec. 17th there will be a free dance for members and their friends.

Fraternally, Bonnie Pruitt Secretary SPJST —

LODGE NG. 15, BUCKHOLTS Dear Members and Friends: The next meeting will be held Dec. 14th, at 7 p.m. The Christmas party will be held Dec. 18th, at 5 p.m., with a covered dish luncheon and goodies for the children. See you then.

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FRANK W. 11E.TNYS CELEBRATE GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIV. Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Hejny, Route 2, Ennis, were honored with a buffet dinner celebrating their golden wedding anniversary, Sunday, Nov. 27th, at the Crisp Community Center, by their children and grandchildren.

The couple was married Nov. 22, 1927, and have always lived in the Telico community. They have two daughters, Rose (Mrs. Edward F.) Mynarcik, and Irene, (Mrs. Bobby G.) Christian, both of Ennis; also three grandchildren. Debbie, Steve and Shannon Christian. A son, Raymond Hejny, was killed in action in Korea in 1953, while serving in the U. S. Marine Corps.

Decorations were gold and white and the head table was laid with a net to-the-floor cloth over white linen and was centered with an arrangement of gold and white mums combined with leatherleaf. Garlands of ivy trailed down the center of the table and gold candles burned in crysta holders. Several other tables were also arranged for guests.

The three grandchildren, Debbie, Steve and Sh2nnon Christian, presided at the guest book table and pinned each guest wit)' a gold beribboned net favor. This table

was adorned by a crystal vase of white carnations, tipped with gold, and featured the honored couple's wedding portrait.

Prior to the dinner the invocation was given by the Rev. Haves White.

A serving table held a crystal punch bowl from which fruit punch was served. The wedding cake was three tiered, heavily iced with white frosting and embossed with gold rosettes. A miniature bride and bridegroom stood atop the cake.

Seated at the head table were the honored couple, their two daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and mother of the bridegroom, Mrs. Annie Hejny. Also seated at the head table were Rev. and Mrs. White, and the wedding attendants of 50 years ago.

The bride's attendants were: Mrs. Frank Koubek (Annie Skrivanek), sister of the bride, Mrs. Joe Vrana, (Annie Farazil) cousin of the bridegroom, Mrs. Arthur Kurtz (Della Ustynik) of Wharton, cousin of the bride. Mrs. John Koval* (Albina Novak), cousin of the bride, was unable to attend.

Groomsmen of 50 years ago seated at the head table were John Skrivanek, cousin of the bride, and Charlie Jaresh of Gunter, cousin of the bridegroom. Jerry Hejny, broth-

Wednesday, December 14, 1977 er of the bridegroom, was unable to be present. Another groomsman, Frank Koubek, is deceased.

(Brother and Sister Frank W. Hejny are members of Lodge No. 135, Ennis, and Brother Hejny is the oldest brother of Supreme Lodge Vice President Joe B. Hejny of Temple. Information and photo sent in by Mrs. C. F. Mynarcik of Ennis. —Editor) SPJST

MR. AND MRS. EMIL, W. PLASM CELEBRATE 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. Emil W. Plasek, Sr., of West, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 11th with a reception given by their children and grandchildren, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Plasek, Jr., Ntr. and Mrs. Hal Potts, Mr. Jim Ingrain, and Mr. and Mrs. Chris Elson.

Mr. and Mrs. Plasek were married December 24th, 1927 in West.

Mrs. Plasek, the former Libbie Ann Kostohryz, taught school in Seaton and Lost Prairie before her marriage. Since that time, she has been active in civic affairs in West, serving as Cub Scout Den Mother, as church organist and pianist, and as a member of the P-TA. Mr. Plasek, owner of West Flour Mill and West Fertilizer and Chemical Plant, is a Mason and 32nd Degree Shriner. He has served as president of the following civic organizations: West Chamber of Commerce, West Kiwanis Club, and West United Fund. He has also been president of the Board of Elders of the West Evangelical Bible Church and president of the Board of Directors of the Woodland Springs Home in Waco. In addition, he for many years, was a member of the West School Board.

In 1958, Mr. Plasek was the recipient of the Silver Beaver Award for Volunteer Workers in the Boy Scouts of America, the highest honor bestowed by the Boy Scouts of America.

(Brother Plasek is a member of Lodge No. 54, West. —Editor) SPJST

COUPLE HONORED ON 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY The nieces and nephews of Mr. and Mrs. Edd Drgac of Cook's Point, honored the couple on their -50th wedding anniversary Sunday., Nov. 6th, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Hus School Encampment.

The day's event began with rel-

MIL AND MRS. EDD DRGAC atives and friends joining the couple at the morning services at Caldwell Brethren Church, where they were recognized by the Rev. Henry E. Beseda. The pastor's sermon was "Giving Thanks", which was apnropt • ote for the honored couple's wedding anniversary. Mr. Thomas Payne sang a solo, "Amazing Grace", which Mrs. Drgac re-

quested and the choir presented "Constantly Abiding" in tribute to the couple.

The family then gathered at the Hus Encampment where they enjoyed a delicious covered dish luncheon. Before lunch Rev. Beseda spoke, saying that in order for a couple to observe a 50th wed ding anniversary they must first

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10 live that long, and secondly, loving that long. He also commended Mr. and Mrs. Drgae on their faithfulness to their marriage vows. Rev. Beseda then proceeded to lead the From The gathering in the blessing before the bountiful meal was served.

Lodge Youth Leaders Over 200 relatives and friends signed the guest book during the LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX come-and-go reception in the afternoon, including out-of-town visi- Dear Members, This is the time of year when we tors from Austin, Bryan, Cameron, Houston, Temple, San Antonio, all should sit back and recall all San Angelo, Victoria, and Okla- the things that have happened to homa City, Okla. Light refresh- us in the past year. I hope that ments of cake, punch were served when you compare the good memories with the bad that the good to those attending.

Mr. Edd Drgac and the former memories come out on top. We Miss Fannie Luksa were married should remember about the man Ott. 18th, 1927 at the Cook's Point who complained of having no shoes Brethren Church by the late Rev. until he met a man with no feet.

We have a busy month ahead of Frank H. Horak. They have lived during their 50 years of married us. Christmas is such an exciting life in the Cook's Point commu- time of year with all the programs, nity, engaging in farming and parties, dances, etc. ranching, except for two years I want to take this time to rewhen Mr. Drgac clerked in the mind all the youth members that T. B. Parkhill grocery store in we will have a Christmas program Caldwell, and they made their for the adult members at our next, home in Caldwell. meeting, which will be Dec. 18th; The Drgacs are active members the adult meeting starts at 2 of the Caldwell Brethren Church, p.m., so we should try and be at where Mr. Drgac has served an the the lodge by 1:45 p.m. in order to board of elders. In fact, both of start the program on time. We will them have worked with the BYF have our own meeting at 3 p.m. of the church for a number of It will be very short because imyears. Mrs. Drgac is an active mem- mediately following we will have ber of the Christian Sisters. They our Christmas party. Santa will are members of the Mutual Aid of be visiting us and we will exchange the Church, and also are members presents. A dance will follow. of SPJST Lodge No. 116 in Cook's The following Thursday, Dec. Point.

22nd, we will go Christmas carolThey have been active in com- ing. We will leave Sonny's Place at munity affairs and, therefore, have 6:30 sharp, so please be on time. befriended a wide circle of friends; If you wish to bring a friend, many of whom came to extend please do so. congratulations to them.

I wish you all a Merry Christmas In conclusion, we the nieces and and a Happy New Year! nephews, offer our special conDon't forget that Christmas is gratulations and best wishes to not just for presents; it is the "Uncle Edd and Aunt Fannie" and birth of Christ. Please remember may they be blessed in a special this especially during the holiday way and with many more years of season. happiness together.

Fraternally, (Photo and article courtesy Miss Nellene Spacek Evelyn Drgac) Youth Leader

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Letters From The Youth LODGE NO. 107, FLORESVILLE Dear Readers, The youth club held their regular monthly meeting Sunday, Dec. 4th, at 3:05 p.m.

President John Bayer called the

meeting to order. Doreen Roemer led us in the pledge of allegiance, and Denyse Heritage read the minutes of the last meeting; there were no corrections.

Doreen Roemer made a motion that we donate $25 to Foster Children for a party. Roxy Bayer seconded it. The motto carried.

Everyone was reminded of the Christmas party. We will have our party Dec. 16th at the SPJST Lodge in Floresville.

Our next meeting will be held Jan. 8th, 1978.

John Bayer adjourned the meeting.

At 3:45 p.m. we went caroling at the nursing home in Floresville.

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LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON Dear Members, The December meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.

All the members and officers were present, plus two adults.

The minutes were read and a treasurer's report was also given.

Later we drew for door prizes.

Winners were: Karen Jochen, Doyle Peels, Linda Norris and Frank Pavlicek.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. and the dues were paid.

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LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Dear Members and Friends, We held our regular monthly meeting Dec. 4th, at 2 p.m. President Kim Mikulas called the meeting to order.

Jerrie Ann Skrabanek led us in the pledge of allegiance and club motto.

Secretary Ellen Lucko called the roll and read the minutes of the previous meeting.

Visitors were Tedd Dodd, Mrs. Sarah Wilson; Joe, John and Wesley Allen. Please come again.

The Christmas program was then discussed.

Birthdays in the month of December are: Elden Za.vodny, Gene Skrabanek, Roderick Hutka, Jerry May and Lisa Tepera.

Door prize winners were Shelia Harris and Tammy Schiller.

A big thank you to Mrs. Sarah Wilson for running off the song

Wednesday, December 14, 19'77 sheets for our Christmas program.

Our next youth club meeting will be Sunday, Jan. 8th, 1978 on the second Sunday, instead of the first Sunday, because of New Year's Day falling on this date.

Here's hoping we saw you at the Christmas program Dec. 12th and wishing all readers a Merry Christmas and everything good in 1978.

Fraternally, Joyce Pechal (16) (12-8-77) Reporter SPJST —

LODGE NO. 4, HALLETTSVILLE Dear Readers, The Hallettsville SPJST Youth Club held their monthly meeting Nov. 13th, During the Christmas holidays our club will work on the scrapbook.

At the District VI meeting we sold cakes and did good. The cakes were donated by Helen Zak, Marlyn Sevcik and Evelyn Holy.

We had a pecan contest at our last meeting and Gary Chudej won the contest.

We drew names for the Christmas gift exchange and we were told to spend from $1.50 to $2 for a gift.

On Nov. 25th we held a practice for our Christmas program. After the program we had refreshments.

We will present part of our program to the senior citizens.

November charity was for the Operation Elf program for needy families.

Charity for December will be to take fruit to the hospital, and we will send Christmas cards. We will send $2 to the American Brotherhood for the Blind.

Door prizes were given to Denise Vasek — youth; and Vicki Zak — adult.

Fraternally, Denise Vasek Reporter (12-3-77) - 8PJST --LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Dear Readers, Our SPJST Lodge No. 179, Warrenton Youth Club had a successful feast in September. We had a cake walk and snow cones.

The October meeting with a hayride was enjoyed by our members and many youth visitors to help celebrate Lyn Leonhardt's birthday. Everyone enjoyed the fish fry.

We attended the Snook Halloween party. It was a lot of fun.

11 At the November meeting we had election of officers. They will take office in January. We played games and had chicken stew.

For the Christmas party everyone was asked to bring a gift.

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LODGE NO. 30, TAITON Dear Readers, The Taiton Youth Club met on Dec. 4th, at 2:30 p.m. in the Talton Community Center. The meeting was called to order by President Clare Dorotik.

Linda Treumer led the pledge and Rudy Laitkep said the prayer.

We discussed our Christmas party which was to be held Dec. 9th at 6 p.m. The price for the gifts to be exchanged was set at $1.50, and the girls brought a girl's gift and the boys brought a boy's gift.

We will visit the rest home Monday, Dec. 19th, at 5 p.m. Everyone who wishes to go, should meet at the Jerome Dorotik home.

We had a Christmas program.

Several members read Christmas poems and then we sang several Christmas songs.

Door prize winners were Vicki Dorotik, Veronica Hajovsky, Maurice Dluhos, Timmy Kresta, Amy Kresta, and Russell Zboril.

The winners of the picture contest were: (ages 6-9) — Jean Dorotik, 1st; Michelle Srubar, 2nd; (10-12) — Rudy Laitkep, 1st; Yvonne Kresta, 2nd; (13-17) — Brenda Kresta., 1st; Karen Kahanek, 2nd.

We played a balloon game and then worked on craft. Refreshments of ice cream were then served.

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LODGE NO. 30, TAITON Dear Vestnik Readers, The Talton SPJST Youth Club held their regular monthly meeting Sunday, Dec. 4th, at 2:30 p.m. in the Taiton Community Center.

President Clare Dorotik called the meeting to order. The pledge was led by Linda Treumer and the prayer was led by Rudy Laitkep.

There were 40 members and 13 guests present.

Under new business we discussed going to the rest home Monday, Dec. 19th, at 5 p.m. All of us are

supposed to meet at Mrs. Jerome Dorotik's home.

For old business we discussed our Christmas party which was Friday, Dec. 9th at 6 p.m.. in the Taiton Community Center.

We had a Christmas program.

Poems were read by Karen Kahanek, Brenda Kresta, Yvonne Kresta and Michelle Srubar. Then we sang two songs.

Door prize winners were Veronica Hajovsky, Russell Zboril, Vicki Dorotik, Maurice Dluhos, Amy Kresta and Timmy Kresta.

The winners of the Christmas contest were: (ages 6-9) — 1st, Jean Dorotik; 2nd, Michelle Srubar; (10-12) — 1st, Rudy Laitkep; 2nd, Yvonne Kresta; (13-17) — 1st, Brenda Kresta; 2nd, Karen Kahanek.

Afterward we played a balloon game.

Refreshments were then served and we had ice cream.

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THOMAS G. MASARYK Czech Project — Frances F. McDonald Lodge No. 117, Robstown Thomas Masaryk lived from 1860 to 1937. He was a scholar, writer, and statesman who became the first president of Czechoslovakia.

He was born in Moravia, the son of a coachman. He went to the Vienna and Leipzig universities. He became a professor of philosophy and sociology at Charles University in Prague.

Masaryk became a leader of the Slavic group. He opposed the influences that tried to suppress the rights of minorities. He fled to Switzerland and later to England when World War I broke out. In England he taught at Kings College in London.

Masaryk went to the United States in 1917 to win for the Czechs and Slovaks in the country and from President Wilson, support for his dream of an independent Czechoslovakia. The Republic of Czechoslovakia was created in 1918.

He served as its president from 1918 to 1935, when he resigned because of ill health. His presidency was a time of peace and great prosperity.

As a member of parliament he made himself unpopular with officials in Vienna by his exposures of

12 Austro - Hungarian diplomatic methods. When he escaped from Austria in 1914, he continued to talk and write in behalf of his country's independence in Switzerland, France, England, Italy, the United States, and Russia. The allied governments joined the United States in a declaration of sympathy with the cause of Czech independence as expressed by Secretary of State Langsing in May 1918, and on Nov. 14th of that year the Republic of Czechoslovakia was formed at a meeting in Independence Hall in Philadelphia.

Masaryk was elected as the first president.

He, married Charlotte Garrigue in Brooklyn, New York, whom he married after a hurried trip to New York 'in 1878. Also in this same year Masaryk submitted, as required, a second thesis to the University of Vienna, (Suicide as a Social Mass Phenomenon).

Masaryk himself joined the Reformed Church in 1880 and had even signed the Apostle's Creed.

His American wife was a Unitarian.

Masaryk believed the difference between right and wrong was something absolutely clear and self evident to him. The Czechoslovak Republic during his presidency (1918-1935) became an island of democracy, social, national, and religious equality.

In his prime, Masaryk was a handsome man. He preserved to an advanced age an inner and outward elegence of movement, a combination of charm and dignity.

At the age of 40 he had a short, dark brown full beard and looked like the typical professor of the era.

In the Masaryk home, tea was always served. Penniless youths were free to come, and he would always give them an article or book to translate. A young school boy would also come often, and in later years this boy became one of Etuppef's leading statesmen. His name was Edward Benes.

In Masaryk's bedroom, which was situated in the hexagonal tower of the Chateau, there was only a simple writing desk and an iron bedstead which he used as a sofa.

Downstairs in his bedroom there were about a dozen photographs on the shelves of his bookcase. There was nothing in that room as a

VE S T N1K reminder of the work that he had devoted his life to — the years of war and the founding of the state.

Some of the pictures he had were: the Seitian priest who helped him politically; Briand, who was the first to acknowledge the founding of the new state; an Indian horseman in an attitude of prayer; pictures of Brentano, his teacher; a photo of the Czech clergyman who helped him in his boyhood days.

There was also a little picture of the smithy in which he worked as a youth, but no token to recall the great success he had.

Masaryk's first job was that of a locksmith, his parents lived next door to the smithy. When he was in high school, a music teacher told his mother that young Thomas ought to become a teacher. No one had trained him to teach, only the school knowledge he had and his experience in the smithy and the experiences in everyday living.

The leader that guided the New Czechoslovakia in its early years was Thomas Masaryk, who has been called the George Washington of Czechoslovakia. When he died in 1937, Edward Benes succeeded him in office.

The information for this essay was obtained from the following books: The World Book, pp. 4, 845, and 4,846 of the 11th volume.

Britannica, vol. 4, pp. 339 and 340 The Book of Knowledge, vol. 17, p. 6344 The Meaning of Czech History,

by Thomas G. Masaryk, pp. 8, 18, and 19 Defender of Democracy by Emil Ludwig, pp. 24, 25, 27, 121, 122, 124, and 125.

This essay was written Nov. 23, 1977.

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RESOLUTION OF SYMPATHY Brother Frank Joe Struska of Taylor died in the Taylor Hospital Sept. 7th, 1977, at the age of 85 years. He was a retired grocer and resident in the Sweetbriar Nursing Home.

Surviving Brother Struska was one son, Frank J Struska, Jr., and he was preceded in death by his wife and two daughters.

He became a member of Lodge SPJST No. 20, Granger, in March 1920.

Services were held at the ConChapel in Taydra Funeral lor and burial was in the Bellwood Memorial Park in Temple.

RESOLIJED, by the members of Lodge Komensky, SPJST, in the premise represented by the undersigned members of a special committee, that condolences and sympathy be extended to the bereaved family of our departed Brother Frank Joe Struska.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee: Alfred Vitek F. J. Mikulencak, Jr. Rita Marburger — EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Nove Kvety No. 35, Elk, in behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deep sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge brother, AUGUST POSPISIL, age 96, of Elk, who died Tuesday morning, Nov. 29th, 1977, in a Mart nursing home.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Nov. 30th, 1977, at the Littlepage Funeral Home in Mart, with the Rev. Densil Wright officiating. Burial Home

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NEWSBRIEFS Charlie Dolezal, 72, of West, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 6th in West Community Hospital. Funeral services were held Thursday at 3 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in West, with Rev. William Benish officiating. Burial followed in St. Mary's. Cemetery, West. Brother Dolezal was a member of longstanding of Lodge 126, Ross.

Wednesday, December 14, 1977 was in the SPJST Pavelka Cemetery.

Brother Pospisil was a native of Austria. He was born August 28th, 1881, and he lived his adult life in the Elk community. He was a re tired fanner.

Brother Pospisil was one of the few SPJST members who outlived the actuarial date, or value, of his insurance policy; the paid-up policy was presented to him after his 96th birthday by Lodge No. 35.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Jim (Annie) Girard of West and Mrs. Adolf (Mary) Pavelka of Elk; two sons, Louis Pospisil and Pospisil, both of Elk; eight grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; and one greatgreat-grandchild.

Pallbearers were Richard Pavelka, Alton Boyette, Jim Stead, Bart Richardson, Murlyn Richardson and Dennis Pearce.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Elizabeth Kubitza Rosemarie Banik Rudolf Zalman SPJST --EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 126, Ross, in behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, MRS. EDMUND (TRACY) GERIK, age 82, of West who died Monday morning, Dec. 5th, 1977, at her residence.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West, with Rev. William Benish officiating. Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. George Doskocil in charge.

Sister Gerik was a native of Caldwell and married Edmund F. Gerik in 1915. He died July 13th, 1977.

Sister Gerik was a housewife, a member of SPJST Lodge No. 126, Ross; a member of RVOS No. 48, and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in West.

Survivors inciude three sons, Raymond Gerik and Edwin Gerik, both of Waco, and Eugene Gerik of Mart; a daughter, Mrs. Wilma Kiz-

13 er of West; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

May she rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Joe Dujka Bohus J. Chupik Henry Grossmann SPJSTEXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 126, Ross, in behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, CHARLIE. DOLEZAL, age 72, of Route 1, West, who died Tuesday morning, Dec. 6th, 1977, in West Community Hospital.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. ThUrsday at St. Mary's Church in West, with Rev. William Benish officiating. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, near West.

Rosary was recited Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Kotch Funeral Home Chapel in West.

Brother Dolezal was born in Czechoslovakia and reared in West.

He moved to California, where he lived for about nine years. He was a West resident for 60 years.

Brother Dolezal was a farmer and a roofer at the time of his death.

He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in West; a meinber of SPJST Lodge No. 126, Ross; and a member of KJT Society No. 11.

Brother Dolezal married Ida Cinek on April 16th, 1929, in West.

Survivors include his wife; a son, Eugene Dolezal of Ennis; a daughter, Mrs. Carl (Betty) Ender of Golinda; two brothers, Frank Dolesal and Joe Dolezal, both of West; and four grandchildren.

May he rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Joe Dujka Bohus J. Chupik Eugene J. Gerik SPJST -

ITEMS OF INTEREST CZECH BOOKS (References are not up-to-date and prices have increased).

There are certain books that may help the Czech-American become more aware of Czech contributions to the American culture.

The books cover historical, cultural, literary, musical, sculptural, religious, culinary, and educational attributes. It would be exceedingly commendable if every home, school, and church library had one or more of the books from each of the classifications. Individuals may consult their local book stores.

Historical books about the Czechs in Texas and in the United States are limited in number, especially those written in the English language. One of the major works relative to the Czechs in Texas is the book entitled "The Czech Pioneers of the Southwest" by Estelle Hudson and Henry R. Maresh. The book, published in 1934, provides a well-written and fascinating story of the importance and contributions of the Czech settlers in the history of Texas. Several chapters in the volume are given to the men, women, and families who have contributed and are still contributing to the culture of Texas.

An interesting family history for Texans is the book "John Kohut and His Son Josef," by R. W. Cervenka. The book describes the trials and tribulations of an early Czech pioneer family in Texas — typical of the other stalwart Texans that came from Czechoslovakia. A community study of the Czechs may be found in "A History of West, Texas, 1836-1920," by Henry M. Apperson. Unfortunately, too few family and community books about the Czechs in Texas exist. For a broader history of the Czechs in the United States, one should read Thomas Capek's book entitled, "The Cechs (Bohemians) in America." The book, first published in 1920, is now available in a reprint edition. The volume gives an excellent account of the national, cultural, political, social, economic, and religious contribu. tions of the Czechs in the United States. However, contributions of the Slovaks are not included in the volume.

Another informative book titled "Czech Contributions to the Growth of the United States," by Frantisek Dvornik was published in 1961.

Dvornik presents a study of the Czech immigration and the resulting contributions to the growth and cultural expansion of their new fatherland, the U.S. The book also contains some information about the Czechs in Texas.

14 Still another recent publication is "The Czechs and Slovaks in America" by Joseph S. Roucek, which gives a brief account of Czechs and Slovaks in the United States. The book, especially appealing to the young reader, is interesting and will make any Czech-American proud of the contributions of his ancestors to the diversity of the American culture.

Czech cultural contributions to the world, including the United States, are presented in a rather voluminous, but interesting book, "The Czechoslovak Contribution to World Culture," edited by Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr. The book contains an interesting article on The Czechs in Texas written by John M. Skrivanek of Texas A&M University.

Two excellent culturally-oriented books have been published recently for the young reader. One of the boolls is "Children in Czechoslovakia" by Marcelo. Andriova. With the aid of 150 photographs, the author, a Czech herself, draws from her personal experience to provide an absorbing, detailed account of the games and holidays, food and folklore, studies and sports, health care, and duties that make up the life of a Czechoslovakian child. The book provides a unique look at the generation that will shape the future of Czechoslovakia and should prove to be interesting to any Czech American, young or old. A similar book is "Czechoslovakia in Pictures," by Alan Richman. The author of the book points out that Czechoslovakia, in spite of its turbulent history, has developed a rich culture and a mighty industrial capacity. In this book the reader will see, with the aid of more than 100 fascinating photographs, how the Czechs and Slovaks live and work in a land of humming factories, neat farms, soaring Gothic cathedrals, elegant Baroque palaces, and splendid mountains and forests. The book provides compact coverage of all aspects of Czechoslovakia, for student and tourist, as well as for the average reader who wants to learn more about a nation that is much in today's news.

Selected References Apperson, Henry M. "A History of West, Texas, 1836-1920." Waco: Texian Press, 1969. 67 pp. $4.50.

(Source:4004 N. 27th St., Waco, Tx 78708)

VESTNfIC Hudson, Estelle and Henry R. Maresh. "Czech Pioneers in the Southwest." Dallas: South-West Press, 1934. 418 pp. $6.24. (Source: Mrs. Thelma B. Maresh, 3607 Cloverdale, Houston, Tx 77025) Cervenka, R. W. "John Kohut and His Son Josef." Waco: Texian Press, 1966. 40 pp. $2.55. (Source: Mr. R. W. Cervenka, 323 N. Lakeview Drive, Waco, Tx 76705) Cepak, Thomas. "The Cechs (Bohemians) in America." New York: AMS Press, 1969, 278 pp. $8.25.

(Source: AMS Press, 56 East 13th Street, New York, New York 10003) Dvornik, Frantisek. "Czech Contributions to the Growth of the United States." Chicago: Benedictine Abbey Press, 1961. 108 pp. $1.00.

(Source: Benedictine Abbey Press, 1637 S. Allport St., Chicago, Ill. 60608) Roucek, Joseph S. "The Czechs and Slovaks in America. Minneapolis: Lerner Publication Co., 1968.

68 pp. $3.95. (Source: Lerner Publication Co., 241 First Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401) Rechcigl, lVfiloslav, Jr., ed. "The Czechoslovak Contribution to World Culture." New York: Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences in America, 1964.682 pp. $16.60. Source Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences in America, Inc., 381 Park Avenue South, New York, N.Y. 10016) Andrlova, Marcelo.. "Children in Czechoslovakia." New York: Sterling Publishing Co., 1969, 95 pp. $3.95. (Source: Sterling Publishing Co., 419 Park Ave., New York, N.Y. 10016) Richman, Alan. "Czechoslovakia in Pictures." 1969, 64 pp. $2.49. Sterling Publishing Co., 419 Park Ave., New York, N.Y. 10016) - SPAT -RECOLLECTIONS OF A WELCOME AND FRATERNAL TRIP

By John Stasa My wishes to visit my unforgotten previous home at Buckholts and the vicinity and meeting my good friends was fulfilled, when the convenient time arrived. I was farming there from 1907 to 1940.

My sideline occupation was to perform various services in many local organizations; some of them already established and new ones were organized.

To me the most important was to organize a Farmers Coopera-

tive Cotton Gin in Buckholts, in 1928, with the understanding and help from many progressive farmers; their names are listed In the history book that I wrote for the Buckholts Museum. Mr. Robert P. Lehmann, Will E. Kuzel and L. J. Fuchs, encouraged me in this enterprize.

We bought the cotton gin from two partners, Mr. Paul Matiastik, who resided in Cameron and Mr. Rudolph Kral in Buckholts. This gin was built in 1927. They sold it for $17,500. In the special meeting held in July at the SPJST Lodge No. 15 in Buckholts, I was elected as one of the five directors and at the same time elected gin manager, without any opposition end for the next six years I served without opposition. Then I resigned in 1934 when I moved to Holland, Bell County, Texas, with my family.

Since then this gin has been improved and enlarged. Mr. Miles Peeler was the next manager; he died on May 10th, 1960. Then the next managers were Mr. Albert Lange, Joe (Pepa) Zajicek and Dan Williams. I met Mr. Zajicek and Mr. Williams at the museum.

When my son had a vacation for one week (from Oct. 15th) and the weather was a little cool and dry, we decided it was the ideal time to visit Mr. and Mrs. John Huber and family in Austin and, from there, go to Buckholts.

Friday, Oct. 14th, at 5:15 p.m., Johnny and his lovely wife, Elsie, came to pick me up and take me with them. At 9 p.m. we got out of the car at the Hubers'. They had been notified the day •before that we were coming to Austin and Buckholts.

Saturday morning at 8 o'clock we got in the Hubers' car and started on the historical visit to Buckholts and through Taylor, Thorndale, San Gabriel and Pettibone, where we made a stop to learn who, at the present time, occupies the home we had lived in from 1938 to 1940. We found out that it was the family of Mr. and Mrs. John Gelner, Jr., (that is the fourth generation of the first pioneers, Mr. and Mrs. Gelner who ved in the Ad Hall community in Milam County, in the past century).

The gasoline station on the property is closed; the northwest corner), the other old building is

Wednesday, December 14, 1977 not there anymore. The fruit orchard is gone. On the east side of the residence there is a new building, it serves for pastime place, one other similar type of table; equipped with one pool table and four players were engaged in the game. The bigger room was an eating place and where cold drinks are sold, also barbecue sandwiches.

Outside barbecue from the pit is their specialty. The other part of this 9-acre tract is fenced off and used for training horses.

Early in this century, Gelners owned several hundred acres of farming land and bottom timberland. They had many tenants, most of them immigrated from Moravia, Czechoslovakia. Many poor people got the first helping hand from this generous old Gelner family. While we were engaged in the cotton gin business at Pettibone, they patronized our gin.

Our next stop in the vicinity was at the SPJST Lodge No. 15, Buckholts building to take a picture with the camera. At the same time we noticed some people near the building; they were busy at the barbecue pit. I wanted to know who they were. We drove closer to them and learned that they were preparing a meal for the afternoon for Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Frezel's 25th wedding anniversary.

After a short conversation we got back in the car and drove to the front part of the Post Office in Buckholts. Mrs. Jo Lee Vaculin was outside waiting for us. She is employed part-time at the post office by the local postmaster, Mr. Edwin Zajicek; he also came to the ear to greet us and, in no time, we were surrounded by an impromptu welcoming committee and wellwishers. We were sorry we did not have more time to talk to everyone there. We were informed by the postmaster and his assistant, that the Honorable Mayor Richard C. Crowe was at the Post Office waiting for us, but had returned back to the State Bank and was waiting for us there, so we stopped at the bank and he came out to shake hands, He opened the door for all of us and we walked in.

In the modern lobby there we met some more welcomers: Mr. E. L. Peeler, Mrs. Jo Ann Peeler, Rev. Charles Treptow, and J. D. Ruzicka, with his camera.

The most impressive moment

Farmers Cotton Gbn organized by John Stasa, June 1928.

(All pictures by John Huber)

The Stasa home place at Pettibone from 1938 to 1940. Included in the picture are Mr. John Stasa and daughter, Mrs. Lillie Huber. came when the mayor read in our tober, 1977, marks the special day presence, the Resolution that the of homecoming to our community Board of Commissioners of the by an honored former resident, Mr. Town of Buckholts, unanimously, John Stasa, and Whereas, John Stasa has unselfadopted in their meeting held the 13th day of October, 1977. The res- ishly given of his time and efforts olution bears the names of Richard to compile a history of the commuC. Crowe, mayor, and Jo Ann Peel- nity of Buckholts, Texas, for the er, secretary. This occasion was the benefit of its interested citizens, best one of the many similar hon- present and future, with said hisors I have received in my life. tory being on permanent display in Those recognitions cheer me up in the Buckholts Museum.

NOW THEREFORE, for the purmy activities to serve our fraternal and educational organizations. All pose of taking official notice of the declarations are sincere and the outstanding contribution made appreciated very much. This was by John Stasa and for the purpose of recording permanently the apafter banking hours, on Saturday. * * preciation of the citizens of our TOWN OF BUCKHOLTS community for the service renderRESOLUTION ed by one of its former citizens, WHEREAS, the 15th day of Oc(Continued on page 18)

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From The Supreme Lodge STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF NOV., 1977 TOTAL Juvenile Expense Mortuary RECEIPTS: 1,657.40 1,657.40 Bonds Matured 193,992.35 2,988.28 191,004.07 Mortgage Loans 3,939.36 3,939.36 Certificate Loans 497.94 497.94 Annuities 461.40 461.40 Dividend 7,69 7,69 RMO Taxes (Refund) 19,344.28 19,344.28 Interest on Bonds 2,120.15 Interest on Certificate Loans 2,120.15 143,011.28 Interest on Mortgage Loans 2,553.35 140,457.93 Premiums 139,771.27 620.83 62,442.79 76,707.65 Certificate of Deposit Interest 1,0'73.97 1,073.97 Royalties and Minerals 919.18 919.18 Rent from SPJST Building 11,000.00 11,000.00 Application Fee 938.00 938.00 TOTAL RECEIPTS CASH BALANCE DISBURSEMENTS: Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Annuities Paid-Up Bond Expense Death Claims Certificate of Deposit Home Account Expense Furniture and Fixtures Matured Endowments Premium Refund to Members Reinsurance Surrender Value Actuary and Computer Advertising Appraisal Expenses Commissions, JT Commissions Override Commissions, Adult Contributions Bonus District Youth Counselors Hospitalization Legal Department Services Fraternal Activities Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Museum Operating Expense Office Maintenance Office Rent Vestnik Vestnik Postage Organizational Expense Postage Salary, Directors Salary, Editor Salary, Employees &dart Officers .

Stationary and Supplies 'tax - FICA, FUTA, TEC SPJST History Project

449,191.02 91,037.99

63,380.79 47,627.19

6,162.46 16,530.00

518,734.27 155,195.18

540,229.01

111,007.98

22,692.46

673,929.45

374.52

209,888.49 2,788.00 991.75 2.10 31,000.00 200,000.00 1,415.88 25.98 7,000.00 17,938.23 4,191.39 7,250.58 753.85 1,298.66 1,384.30 138.10 3,227.88 14,887.93 2,255.00 374.52 1,406.52 1,162.75 1,370.30 3,403.20 782.50 2,726.38 114.69 613.91 11,000.00 160.44 1,062.54 34.31 60.00 1,400.00 1,590.00 9,418.26 8,165.00 664.73 644.70 250.86

209,888.49 2,788.00 991.75 2.10 31,000.00 200,000.00 1,415.88 25.98 7,000.00 17,93823 4,191.39 7,250.58 753.85 1,298.66 1,384.30 138.10 3,227.88 14,887.93 2,255.00 1,406.52 1,162.'75 1,370.30 3,403.20 782.50 2,726.38 114.69 613.91 11,000.00 160.44 1,062.54 34.31 60.00 1,400.00 1,590.00 9,418.26 8,165.00 664.73 644.70 250.86

157.65 125.41 8.94 193.72

Travel Expense, State Field Manager Travel Expense, Officers and Directors Travel Expense, State Youth Director Youth Activities 482,466.42 57,762.59

70,488.56 40,519.42

374.52 22,317.94

553,329.50 120,599.95

540,229.01

111,007.98

22,692.48

673,929.45

57,762.59 1877,085.90 18,213,041S7 601,681.24 56,378.58 819,886.02 751,473.26

40,519.42

TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS CASH ASSETS: Cash Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Stock SPRIT Building (Home Office) Certificate of Deposit Furniture and Office Equipment

157.65 125.47 8.94 193.72

120,599.95 1877,085.90 18,545,579.16 801,68124 56,378.58 819,886.02 751,47125 59,864.19

22,317.94 332,537.29

59,864.19 23,377,309.45

100,383.61

23,832,548.29

354,855.23

Jerry J. Mikulas, Jr., Financial Secretary LODal

INCOME FROM LODGES NOVEMBER, 1977 L00011

1 5 6 8 9 10 11 14 15 16 17 23 24 25 26 28 29 30 31 32 33 35 38 39 40 41 42 44 47 48 49 50 51 54 57 58 63 65 66 67

AMOUNT

741.73 43.04 1,348.90 46.72 1,390.39 55.08 150.92 117.10 749.82 101.32 1,751.79 161.86 1,983.43 2,312.69 441.94 627.40 3,879.14 1,745.73 58.80 1,068.28 1,811.87 1,737.03 565.46 608.96 1,212.97 194.57 405.79 303.81 8,010.01 1,298.72 3,180.26 830.39 505.03 1,317.31 1.50 1,012.02 601.57 546.45 4,351.20 20.42

AMOUNT

229.53 72 189.44 73 4,817.08 74 39.25 77 79 4,255.12 80 3,930.53 1,842.46 81 82 42.97 6,808.06 84 30,957.86 88 1,124.89 89 30.00 90 1,286.05 91 3,177.69 92 93 226.02 341.83 94 6.11 95 24.62 97 3,62 100 198.32 106 518.25 107 60.66 110 111 (unassigned) 251.45 243.24 112 1,535.25 117 120 1 .90 59.41 122 135.14 125 97.90 126 11.31 129 2,491.95 130 1,680.61 135 423.64 137 133.31 138 2,737.28 139 924.09 141 3,988.57 142 401.43 143 137.25 147 148 856.06 151 599.44 1,425.12 153 464.46 155

LODOR

AMOUNT

156 160 161 162 164 167 168 169 170 171 173 175 176 177 178 180 184 185 186 187 188 189 Home Office

373.24 1,898.54 471.19 9.96 101.60 311.91 188.50 503.02 826.21 335.01 1,108.82 2,110.58 617.39 1,744.09 1, 7.39 948.32 734.05 60.64 60.60 600.94 192.05 400.02 36.25

139,831.71 Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas, Jr, Financial Secretary -- SPAM --

Being friendly is our pleasure...

Being helpful is our business

18 chinery replaced laborers, causing migration of farm labor to the cities.

5. Removal of the young people from the farms and small towns to seek employment in the cities.

This situation applies to almost every small agricultural area, not just Buckholts.

On Main Street the business section is in need of remodeling. The southwest corner where the First State Bank was in 1907 (located in the front), and the back part of the building was occupied by Mr. T. V. Adams, an attorney and a partner of the State Bank, and an inheritor of the Mr. and Mrs. John Buckholts estate (the founder of the township, named after him in 1881). The corner brick building was crumbled and the bricks removed; only the concrete floor was exposed to making; an eye sore.

Mrs. Adams was active in the Red Workers preparing a meal at the barbecue pit in Buckholts, O f t. 15th, Cross organization and GovernKrupicka, Albert Glaser, Albert 1977. Pictured, not in order, are Ray Glaser, Jr., Dan Balusek, Milton Sc hiller, Edwin Dudik, and John Stasa. ment Welfare Act Agency. Their only daughter, Jean, did not atMrs. Dana Glaser was not in this group. tend public school, her parents improved. The cemetery is enlarg- were her teachers. She died on a (Continued from page 15) ed. On the southeast side from the Saturday and was found the folBE IT RESOLVED: 1. That the Board of Commis- cemetery, in the same pasture, is a lowing Wednesday by M:rs. Alfred sioners of the Town of Buckholts lake built to furnish water for the Walchak. She lived by herself in hereby officially express its appre- town, built in 1956; a water dis- that big home (the family resiciation for the outstanding con- trict was established there. dence). tribution made by John Stasa.

Mrs. Hilda Brtis, wrote me that The Buckholts Museum, and a 2. That a copy of that Resolution the town of Buckholts was incorpJoyful Welcome shall be spread upon the minutes orated in April, 1975. In 1976 the After the interesting tour we of this meeting to become a pertown took over the waterworks stopped in front of the museum manent record thereof. system and the tax was reduced. building that was founded by en3. That the 15th day of October, In 1932 I had made a try at getting ergetic and progressive Honorable 1977, shall be herein proclaimed the town of Buckholts to incorpo- Mayor Richard C. Crowe. It was JOHN STASA DAY. rate, to establish a waterworks opened on July 4th, 1976, the same Unanimously passed and adopted system, etc., but there was oppo- day when the whole nation of the this 13th day of October, 1917. sition from a few wealthy business- United States celebrated its Bimen and home owners.

Richard C. Crowe, Mayor centennial of its independence.

Attest: The admission is free. There Perhaps I came along with my Jo Ann Peeler, Town Secy. idea one or two generations too were many people who were wait* * ing to welcome all five of us visitors. early. I have also noticed where Banker and Honorable Mayor R. there has been a project started in A total of 34 persons registered C. Crowe is a lover of antique arti- the construction of a sewer system in the museum book that day, and cles. After the unexpected ceremony to replace those septic tanks in use there were more people who did we all accompanied him to see the these days. not know that there was a regmodern furniture, equipment and Buckholts businessmen have had istration book. collection of high-priced articles many prosperous years, but condiSigning the register book were: spread in every room. This bank tions have changed.

Mr. and Mrs. Willie E. Kohutek, was built six years ago, a ranchMrs. Mary Kohutek, Mr. and Mrs. Here are a few reasons: style building. Then, we, the five 1. Motorized transportation that Adolph Jurca, Mr. Adolph Jurca, visitors, all took seats in the car enables fast travel.

Jr., Mr. E. L. and Mrs. Jo Ann Peeland the Mayor chauffered us on 2. Roads have been constructed er, Mr. Joe L. Zalesky, Mrs. Anton a tour of the whole town and some that give all-weather access to Svetlik, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Svocountry roads. The rural routes many different places. boda, Mr. D. Williams, Mr. Stephan are in good condition. I noticed 3. US Government control of ag- Zawadsky, Mr. Jessie Weber, Mr. there is a new route opened from riculture and reduction of farm R. W. Wall, Mr. Harold Pivonka, Buckholts to Corinth. The road to laborers.

Mr. Edwin Zajicek, Mr. Joe Zajihe Hope Lutheran Cemetery is 4. Tractors and other farm ma- cek, Mrs. C. S. Raney, Mr. John

Wednesday, December 14, 1977 Hronek, Mr. Robert T. Lehman, Mr. Frank Tomastik, Mayor Richard C. Crowe, Rev. Treptow, Mr. and Mrs. Neland Peeler, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vaculin, Mr. john Stan, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Masa, Mr. and Mrs. John Huber.

This was the second time the John Stasa family received honorable recognition for the services rendered to the Buckholts community.

The first one was in 1934 when we moved to Holland, Bell County.

The fraternal members of local Lodge No. 15, the local Sokol unit, the RVOS members, and friends filled the local SPJST lodge building for a farewell party.

My family and I will never forget those friendly occasions, then and now.

A friendly welcome to meet so many old-timers and seine new faces, made my family and me proud to be one of them again on this John Stasa Day, on Oct. 15, 1977, proclaimed by the Board of Buckholts in their meeting held on the 13th day of October, 1977, the Resolution signed by the Honorable Mayor Richard C. Crowe and Jo Ann Peeler, town secretary.

On the way from Austin to Buckholts, we discussed an eating place and if there is a restaurant to serve lunch. This problem disappeared at 11 a.m. when an invitation came from Mrs. Herraina (Petruj) Petruy, the wife of the late Jim Petruy. It was another unexpected and wonderful surprise. It was an order to all of us five visitors to have lunch with her and to be there at 12 noon.

We had very little time left in the morning to see all those exhibited articles in the museum building and have some talk besides handshaking and in some cases kindly embraces.

We arrived on time at Mrs. Petruy's home. We were welcomed by her and also her assistant in the kitchen, Mrs. Ruby Cernosek. The big table in the dining room was covered with delicious food and cold drinks, and real Czech-Moravian kolache and cake. Mrs. Petruy said that the cake was made by her daughter, Mrs. Engeline Peeler, in my honor. How wonderful an expression of welcome for the many years as a neighbor at the Bryant Station community. Mrs. Petruy, as a good cook, was em-

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ployed for many years in the cafeteria at the Buckholts Public School.

We are grateful to Mrs. Petruy, her friendly family and Mrs. Ruby Cernosek for the gracious hospitality. It is my wish that we can pay them back when they come to Corpus Christi sometime for a vacation.

We made several promises to our friends that we will be visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vaculin to stop at their farm home while we go to Bryant Station Cemetery. Before we departed our photographer snapped the guests and hostesses picture.

On the way to the cemetery we made a stop at our old home during the years 1915-1934. This farm

is now occupied (from 1953 to this date) by the hard-working family of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vaculin.

Henry's lovely wife, Jo Lee, is the person who made the request that I write the history of the Buckholts Museum. We never had met before, only when Henry was employed by me at the cotton gin at Pettibone from 1937 to 1940. I think she was 7 years old when we moved from Pettibone to Corpus Christi.

Mrs. Jo Lee Vaculin is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Zalesky, who married Miss Richter. Joe Zalesky Is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zalesky, his parents are Anton and Apoleona Zalesky. There are some changes in the house and outbuildings and there is more farm machinery. They cultivate 300

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This was also in the Museum Buckholts, L to R: Mr. Robert P. Lehhan, Mrs. Jo Lee Vaculin, Mrs. Lillie Huber and Mr. John Stasa.

At the Buckholts Museum — Pictured are Edwin Zajicek, postmaster; Mrs. Jo Lee Vaculin. assistant postmaster, Mrs. Jo Ann Peeler, town secretary, and E. L. Peeler,

In the Buckholts Museum on Oct. 15, 1977, visiting were: Robert P. Lehman, Adolph Jurca, Lillie Huber (Austin), John Stasa, Mary Kohutek, sad Mr. and Mrs. Willie Kohutek (Temple). acres and serve the neighborhood route, that goes to the Bryant with his custom harvesting equip- Station bridge. After we laid flowers on the three graves of our son, ment.

They have a married daughter, Stanley, and mother and father, Mrs. Hettenberger, employed in the we noticed that Mr. and Mrs. Wil Buckholts State Bank. Their lie Kohutek, and Mary Kohutek, youngest daughter, Nancy, is em- wife of the late Edwin Kohutek and ployed at Cameron, following her Willie's mother also came to school graduation. the cemetery. Edwin's family was After having been served re- our neighbor after WW I for freshments we all drove to the many years. Willie said he is buildgraveyard. ing a $50,000 residence on a twoBryant Station Cemetery acre tract of land on the north The cemetery is located midway side of the river, at the east site between Little River and Vaculin's of the Bryant Station bridge. I farm. It is in a pasture about VA think it is the same location where miles to the east from the public Mr. Frank Petruy had his cabin

built out of auto license plates, which were left over in the vehicle license department of the Tax Collector's Dept. in the Belton Court House where he was employed after World War II. We found the cemetery fenced off with barbed wire to keep the cattle out. There are two sections that have been taken care of — the pioneer families of the Manus, B. B. McAnnulty, Peterson, and a few others. Next to this is a section where the Cizech-Moravians are resting in their eternal resting places; the biggest part is unattended. Grave monuments are broken and many are lying in the brush. This public cemetery has no funds to pay for its upkeep. We did not see any new graves there.

The road to the cemetery, at this present time, Is better than it was years ago, but you must open a barbedwire gate to get in and out of the cemetery, from the public road.

Mr. and Mrs. Kohutek members of SPJST Lodge 47 at Seaton. They are very active there, according to the news in the Vestnik.

The late Edwin Kohutek and his widow, Mrs. Mary Kohutek, were our neighbors for several years after World War I. Willie was born there, with the assistance of my late wife. He did not wait for Dr. J. Z. Young, who arrived a little too late. The Kohuteks moved to Bell County where she was born in the Ratibor community. Her maid en name was Mary Adamek.

Mr. Willie Kohutek, who read the History of Buckholts written for the museum by yours truly, and published in the Vestnik, wanted

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Inside the State Bank at Buckholts, Mayor and Banker Richard C. Crowe (center) reading the proclamation to Mr. John Stasa (left), and Rev. Charles Treptow, photographer, took the picture. to know why the historical marker my family and also finding time to was moved from the farm that we serve Lodge Svornost Jihu No. 15 once owned and is now owned by SPJST at Buckholts continuously Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vaculin. I think (since Brother Ben Vybiral resignthe reason is so it could be seen ed from the office as financial secfrom Hwy. 36. It is in the north- retary) for 25 years. Sister Sidonia east corner of the Major Bryant also is serving well for 25 years or farm, at the present time owned more if my memory serves me corby the G. H. 13eckhausen family. rectly.

The next visit was at the home The sad news was dated Nov. 1st, of Mr. and Mrs. John Kuzel. It is 1977 and read: "Mr. John Kuzel the same farm where they moved passed away Saturday at his home in 1912 after tisfir marriage. We about 5 p.m. He was buried yesterwere welcomed by Mrs. Annie day afternoon." It was my wish to Kuzel. We had not seen each other see him once again, since 1953. We for 24 years. Mr. Kuzel is 91 years always have been good fraternalold; he was ill and resting in his ists by sharing our interests in the bed. We exchanged a few words benevolent common welfare for and he told us that his feet refused many years. He served in the to walk. His good-hearted wife, school district and also as Milam Annie takes good care of him. Be- County school trustee. I have fore we departed, our photographer respected his good judgment and snapped the following picture. the good will he has rendered to Rather Sad News the Corinth community, in MiOn Nov. 4th, 1977, I received a lam County and the whole United letter from Mrs. Sidonia., (Zajicek) States. We all will be missing him Svoboda of Rosebud. We have ex- and his humorous philosophy. changed informative and friendly He was born July 8, 1886, in letters for many years. I have the Wesley community. In 1893 he known her since she was born in moved to the Corinth community. our neighborhood at Bryant Sta- He married Miss Annie Mikulas in tion on the farm before the first 1912; she was the daughter of World War. She knows that I am Josef and Anna Mikulas, farmers always interested to hear news at Seaton community, Bell County. from my good home of Buckholts. He is survived by his wife, Annie, I am very grateful for her kindness and three daughters: Hilda, marand devoting her time to me and ried to John Brtis at Buckholts,

Bryant Station Cemetery Tombstones of Josef and Anna Stasa, father and mother of John Stasa, and Stanislav Stasa, son of John and Albina Stasa. Attending their loved ones' graves are: Mrs. Lillie Stasa Huber, Johnny Stasa and Mr. John Stasa.

Lorene and Irene; and one son, Emil. They are also SPJST members.

May our departed Brother John Kuzel rest in eternal peace.

From the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kuzel, we went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Svetlik. We were welcomed on their porch.

They live in town, the second house east of Mrs. Petruy, on the same side of the street. I think it is the same house where Mr. and Mrs. John Kadlecek's family lived in before moving to Houston in those unforgettable years during the great depression. Mrs. Stanley has not changed much, the age has not had much affect on her pertionality. She is in ordinary health and is working part-time at the store owned by Mr. and Mrs. Albert Zajicek.

Mr. Louis Svetlik has changed.

After 37 years I didn't recognize him. His feet do not serve him well and he was in a wheelchair, his face is round and looking good. He was slim when young. He was born May 2nd, 1903 at Bryant Station.

He married Miss Stanley Luksa.

She was born in 1908 in Milam County. They married at Buckholts in 1926. Louis was a gamewarden after Charles Brown's death. He

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L to R: John 'Stasa, Mrs. Adeline Kohutek and Willie Kohutek at the Bryant Station Cemetery.

At Mrs. Fetruy's Home — Mr. John Stasa, Mrs. Minie Petruy, and Mrs. Ruby Cernosek. grew up on a farm in our neighborhood.

Some camera shots were made of our visit. We had one more visit to make, so we all said many thanks for the friendly hospitality.

We were notified by telephone that Mr. and Mrs. Albert Zajicek were waiting for us; this was the end of our tour and visit. Albert, my very good friend since 1907, opened the front door and I saw he was using crutches. He welcomed us at the door and we walked inside. At the same time he went to the, telephone to notify his busy wife, who was working at their

merchandise store, taking care of the business. They are owners of the big brick building constructed on two business corner lots on the main street, by Mr. and Mrs. Tom Blinka in 1907-08. It was a pleasure for one hour of interesting conversation.

Albert is a World War I veteran and served overseas from 1917 to 1918 on the French battlefields. He was a gymnast and a good athlete when he was a young boy. He was the men's director for the local Sokol unit at Buckholts from 1927 to 1936, and member of SPJST Lodge No. 15. His one sor Albert,

Jr., did not get to see him.

There is, at this present day, one more World War I veteran — Mr. Frank Svetlik — living in the community. John Svetlik, Frank's brother, died Sept. 23rd, 1977, at the age of 85. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts, and he was a farmer all of his life.

Edward Jurca, deceased (no date); Henry Kuzel, age 82, died Feb. 15th, 1976.

One more camera shot and we said "Nazdar!" and at 6 p.m. we returned to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Huber. On the way we again stopped at Pettibone to buy a barbecue sandwich and cold drink.

At 9 p.m. we arrived home at Austin.

My pen is not capable of expressing the emotions that occupy my mind. We met so many prominent and respectable people in such a short time: from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.!

(To Be Continued) SPJST — HOW TO FIGHT A KITCHEN RANGE FIRE Most kitchen range fires occur when cooking oil, fat on meat or clothing touches a hot element or burner.

The Food and Drug Administration's Bureau of Product Safety estimates that about 100,000 burn accidents from kitchen ranges occur each year.

Mrs. Lillian Chenoweth, a family resource management specialist with the Texas Agricultural Extension Service, The Tetras A&M University System, offers some practical guidelines for dealing with a fire in the kitchen.

"If a fat fire should start in the cookware on the range's surface units — or in a fondue pot or electric skillet — immediately cover the pan and turn off the source of heat.

"Use a fire extinguisher if the fire should spread. Or baking soda may be thrown on the fire if an extinguisher isn't available' SPJST -

PODPORA LIDSKOST BROM VI Ceski Cast Utsdni orgin Sir( -4ske Podperujici Iednoty Statu Texas, saloiene r ■ u 1197 ROCNIK 65 CISLO 50

Z redakce V nedeli 4. prosince melt elenoye tadu DuboySr Haj eislo 126, Ross jejich schfizi v slut tadu Jaroznir dislo 54, West. Pkitomni elenove se ustesli, ae jejich fad se pfipoji k tadu dislo 54 za.einaje 1. ledna, 1978.

Br. Dujka, pfedseda, tidal va teho redaktora aby navttivil jejich posledni sehezi a promluvil paru sloy cot se stalo, a pak redaktor tadal aby jemu prominull elenoye, ale to se ze schuze vzdali po dobu jejich jednini a volby a tak se stalo.

Slibil jsem jim k necham otisknout jejich prvni protokol. kterY napsal 5. prosince 1915 bratr Jos. Folt. (nyni zesnulY). Br. Foil napsal jeho posledni protokol (v anglicke feel) 1. zit', 1963, kdy jeho misto jako tajemnik ptevzal bratr Eugene J. Gerik, kterSr sloutil do dnetka.

Pfitomen byl jeden jejich zakladajici elen bratr Ben Kudelka, kte reho jsem rad poznal. Je to velmi zajimarY bratr Di 86 let mladY! Vykladal jak kdy za starch zaetitku naileh fedi/ ka1dY e'en zaplatil $1. kdy nekterjr elen zeWel! Nall mlad1i Meat ji1 nemaji takove pomery; mame si na ty zaeatky nekdy vzpomenout.

(Bratr Foit zernfel v rote 1968).

Protokol zni jak nisleduje: * * SLAVNOSTNI PROTOKOL DNE 5. PROSINCE 1915 Slay nost1 to se sueastnili bratti s okolnich tadu ye West, Waco, Tours a Cottonwood.

Br. Doktor Pazdral uvital pHtomne dojemnou feel, pak br. Kubena, Tajemnik Hl. tadu zahajil sch6zi jako ptedseda.

Br. Robert Cervenka byl ustanoven za mistoptedsedu, br. M. starSiho ptedsedu, br. Leo

14. prosince 1977 PRAVY CECII

NeSklidej nikdy S'iji pied cizim, narodu jen a pravu slut.

Tvych oteit hrdost harej duchern stvSrm, umirej jak pravk zij at' slavu od praveku zdedenou nezanecha§ potomktim skalenou.

Necht' ce1S, svet se sape jako sup, od sveho prava nikdy neodstup, zan obetuj posledni vzdech — jak statny mai a pravy tech!

Tys v eizine jak elunek v moii hnan, jen mezi svSrmi kiidny najde; stan, svS:ch slaviVeh piedkti slavnj r hlidej hrob, a krasnott vlast svou jaimu nepodbrob!

Ji venttj posledni sviij vzdech jak statny mui a prav , tech! pold Macel, taj, br. Karel Zapalad pruvoddi, br. Anton Illay'atY vnittni strait a br. Chas. Holasek venkovni Arai Pak ptikrodeno k uvadeini novYch eekanct do Jednoty, kterYch bylo ptitomno devet; jmena jak nasleduje: Jos. Kudelka, Frantikk Grossmann, Ant. Dlabaja, Jan Hutyra, Ino. Opela, Pavel Dana, Jan Lattovica, Jan 8krla a pi. Karollna Foit.

Po vykonanYch obtadech nasledovala volba dtednikil a nasledujici bratti byli zvoleni jednohlasne: Fr. Kudelka, pied.

Vaelav Hutyra, mistopled.

Jos. Foit, taj.

Jan Opela, pokladnik F. R. Kudelka, Adetni Jan Lattovica, vnittni stilt Jan Hutyra, prOvodei Iryo Opela, yenkovni strait Jos. Fat, vyslanec do sjezdu, a Jan Holeeek, ne,hradni. Pak byli novezvoleni dnici uvedeni na sva mista a v dalsimrizeni pokraeovano za vedeni nove zvoleneho ptedsedy. Dan navrh a podporovan by se schOze odbyvaly kadou druhou nedeli v mesici ye dve hodlny ptijato; dalAl no.-

vrh dim a podporovan by tadove poplatky byly zirST§ene z 10 centil na 25 centa po dobu ttech me'sict, pkijato.

6tena navrhujici listina pana Romans, Adameika a dan navrh a podporovan by se zvol 1 tfidlenny vyktfujilci vYbor, ktery by podal zpravu do ptitti schfize; do vSrbo ru jmenovani byli br. Jan Opela, Fr, Grossmann a Ino. Opela. jem $26.80 vydani doposud tatine.

Br. pledseda pozval vkchny tonne k hosting ktera se uspotadala v dome br. ptedsedy a pak schuze ukoneena a ustanoverui na druho nedeli v lednu ve 2 hodiny odpoledne.

Jos. Foit, taj.

Frank Kudelka, pled. f3PJST

ODOR. POPI4OVATELO TAK VgELICOS Dnes musim zadit sve zpravy s omluvu, nebot' v myth poslednich zpravach minuleho tYdne jsem nasla chybu. Psala jsem tot o zlate svathe maneeliz Frank HejnovSrch a misto eislice "50" tam bylo, ze Hejnovi slavili "36" vjrrodi opravdu nevIin, kde se to tam vzalo, snad ten Aotek v redakci me to pomichal. Chet se timto omluvit rodine a ptatel HejnovYch, to jsem vedela co pin a aby me to odpustili. Mrzi me, ie se to tak stab ale ji2 je pozde. Ale oslava byla pekna, cot varn lepe vie vypsala moje tetieka Wilma Zazvorkova od enniskeho Aiciho kroutku.

(Sestro Houdkova, Vy jste to mela spravne a chyba je moje.

Promirite, ast pottebuji nove brYle —red.)

Velmi nas ptekvapila a zarmoutila zpriva, ze rase sestra Ella Bartokva nahle onemocnela nuly tYden a narychlo musela operovvana a dosud se nachAzi Intensive Care Gill ye velke opa-

24 trnosti a nemntie pfijmouti tiadnou navttevu. Kroutiek pleje brzke uzdraveni a nearrat ke sve rodine. Je u fadu 130 zde.

Nate dlenka sestra Marie Kowalova se jii At'astne navratila ze svehe vYletu do Ceskoslovenska, kde pry se mela velice doble. Podasi pry bylo chladne ale suche a tak mohla se leckams podivat na pani Rakutanovou. ktera zde v loni byla s mantelem na navtteve a tato pry byla opravdu plekvapena uvidet tuto Texanku ye stare vlasti a pane si pohovoilly vespolek. Ses. Kowa.1 je u fadu 84.

Take sestra R. Kopedkova scielila nam ve schazi minulY tYrden, tie snad bYvalYr osadnik nateho Dallas a nyni bydlici v Taylor, Tx., se nachazi jit tfi tYrdny v nemocnici.

Je to mantel nati sestry Korio.kov ske pan Frank KoriakovskYr. Kroutiek mu pleje brzke a apine uzdraveni a rychlY n.avrat zas dam& V Livingstonu na indianske reservaCi eve vYchodnim Texasu) bu dou brzy miti take vanodni oslavy pro vtechny dospole dleny reservace. Zapodne to den po Vanocich a potrva at do konce roku (din na Sylvestra). KatidY den je oslava na jinem mist 6 - a na venku maji zapalenk "taborak" a okolo ohne maji vtelijake indianske hry a dobre jidlo — ten skeho stylu. Hlavnim pohlavarem dill "difem" je Robert Fulton Battise a soukmenovci ho zvou "mikkkh Choba". Ten pry je velmi dobrim kuchalem a umi dobfe udit maso, ktere my zveme barbecue a poutiiva bukove dtevo namisto biMho ofechu dill hickory dleva.

Nyni je uz po sezone pro turisty nebot' restaurace a obchod kde se prodavaji mnohe rudne zhotovene veci je zatim zavien al do jara. Ale kdo by chtel pienocovat tak maji stany anebo motely i pies emu. Tito Indian' kmene Alabama Coushatta vlastni 4600 akrfi krisneho lesa ponejvice boroveho a velmi mil° co z toho behem let podsekali, take ma to velmi vysokou cenu. Kolem reservace jsou olejove studny ze kterYch oni dosta vaji najem tak zvanYch "nerostir dili mineralli. Zajiste je to pokrok oproti tomu co bylo pled lety.

Pled 53 lety jista rodina ve Wisconsinu byla rortrtiena od sebe mrtim rodied a deti byly adopto-

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vani lidmi a rortrouterri daleko od sebe. Jista pani Julian v Apache Junction, Arizona riatla listiny pled deseti lety, ye kterYch se dovedela, tie ona byla jedna z desiti deti a pillotieny byly i etyti adresy a kdyi patrala, tak vynatla, tie jsou tyto vtechny stare a nic se nedovedela. Pak jela s manielem do sveho rodneho Wsconsinu a tam konedne vypatrala, to ma bra tra a ten 'raki, to na tiivu je jette sestra take v Apache Junction a 'tu se dovedela, tie s touto sestrou byly sousedky jit pies etyki roky and by vedely, to jsou rodne ses. try. Jak si osud nekdy s lidmi zahraje, to ano?

Vance se bliti a tu bych chtela podekovat vydavatelstvu Vestniku za to, to nam po celY rok otiskuji zpravy nateho Kroutiku a take chci podekovat natemu panu redaktorovi za vtechnu ntimahu s m'mi dopisy. Dekuji take vtem niSrm platelftm ktefi fikaji, tie radi dtou me zpravy a prep vespolek radostne Vanoce a Nov rok 1978. 1Vrejte se dobte a bud'te zdravi — to je ten nejvettl poklad kterY mame.

(Sestro Houdkova, Vam patii srdedny dik od nas vaech deskeho vodu za Va:si sesterskou a piatelskou snahu pro nat desky citici lid.

Za dtenale yam a bratram pieji mnoho ttesti a zdravi. — red.)

- SPJST — BRYAN, TEXAS

etenY bratte redaktore, mile sestry a bratil, (Pokradovani) Jak jsme byli ye stare vlasti, jedno rano jak jsem se probudil a podival se oknem na venek. slunce prave vychazelo a bylo videt tie bude peknYr den. Matka vatila snidani a tu k nam pfitla tetidka Sperkova a tekla mne: "Frantiku nastroj se a pi jdet se mnou do mesta Kyjova na trh: pomatiet mne nest kotiky." Tak ja se honem nasnidal a oblekl a tel. Tetidka mela nachystane etyfi kotlky: vejce, maslo, a tak dale, a kotik s vajidkami si nesla sama; asi si myslela: ten zvedavY Frantik by mohi nekde zakopnout a vejce ji rozbit' neb jak lido ze stare vlasti pamatuji vejce ye stare vlasti byly velice yzacne. Ta tetidka umela rychle chodit; bylo ji tenkrate 48 let a je, jiti velke kludisko jsem mu sel natahovat nohy abych ji usta-

Kdyti jsme pfitli do Kyjova, jiti na trhu bylo hodne lidu. Pomohl jsem tetidce jeji vyrobky ulotiit a tu uslytim jednu tienskou cosi 'vyvolavat; nemluvila dobfe desky ale rozumel jsem ji. Podivam se a uv;.del jsem to dikani tam maji svoji boudu, a jako zveclavY Francek, plistoupil jsera biize a chtel jsem vedet co ti cikani prodaviji. Pled boudo'u stala mlada cikanka, pekoe nastrojena a zavola la na mne: "MladY pane dejte si .z ruky hadat vat. - planetu." Jej a to se mnou polio! Jette mne nikdo nefekl "pane" tak ja jette pristoupil bide a c kanka mne prvni hadala to jsem .cizinec plijety z dalekeho sveta; to mohla uhodnout neb byl jsem po americku obledeny. Pak mne hadala to za pani roka se otienim a vezmu si devde, ktere jsem jette na y del; toto take uhodla. Pak hadala to moje mantielka bude hodne nemocna, ale to budeme spolu hodne rokii; toto take uhodla. A na konec hadala to k me= stall budu mit hodne penez; toto neuhodla! Otec mne dal na utratu hrst krejeara (centa) a ja, je s kapse vybra] a mi le cikance vtechny do ruky dal a ona je honem pod zasteru si data do kapse.

Za chvili tetieka vyprodala a sli jsme do hlavniho mesta a tetidka nakoupila co pottebovala.

Kde jsme prisli tetidka se se mnou pochiubila a tie jsme plijeli z Amer.ky. Tam jinak mluvili jak my zde v Texasu! "pani a pane" a stale "prosim'.! Vtem bylo divne to jsem z Ameriky a dovedu eesky mluvit. Jak tetidka pokoupila fekla: "Pajdem do hostince neco pojist a vypit a pajdeme domu."

Ja jsem tetidce teld to ja jist nebudu to jsem dal vtechny krejcary, co mne otec dal, to miade ci'Once, ale tetidka fekla to ona to zaplati. Jak jsme pojedlisli jsme domu a jak jsme prisli do vesn ce Sobulky, tetidka fekla to zastavime se v hostinci si trochu odpoeinout a neco si vypit. Jak jsme veil' do hostince pani hostinska (jeji jmeno jsem zapornnel) sedela u stolu s jette dvouma tetidkami.

Pani hostinska fekla tetiece: "Ale, Rosarko koho to sebou vadat?" TeUtica fekla tie jsem jeji synovec plijety z Ameriky. Pani hostirska lekla: "On asi neumi raluvit des-

Ve sttedu 14. prosince 1977 ky?" Tetedka ji tekla, le umi i eesky zpivat a mne tekla.: "Frantiku, zazpivej nekterou ceskou pisen" Ja jsem si lined vzpomnel na jednu pisen kterou mne moje zesnula matka naucila zpivat a tak jsern ji zazpival "4Sel kocourek do Sobulek cockovici xnlatit cepy se jemu polarnaly on se musel clonal vratit."

A tak dale — Tetieky byly hodne pfekvaPene v to vzdalene Americe lide zpiva i pisnieky o jejich vesnicit (Pokraeovani) Tento rok 1977, se schyluje ku konci a tak timto vsem elenfrm nazi mile jednoty a vsem nam Ptateltm a vsem lidem dobre rule ptejerne s moji manielkou ze srdce vesele Vanoce a Wastri'k Novk rok 1978 a teaim se v mem srdci ze nas paxu eeskkch dopisovatelil se Po novem roce v naAem milem Vestniku zase St'astne shiedame.

Pozdrav na celou nali Jednotu, Vas" spolubratr, stark Frank Vytopil SPJST

NAg ZALOV VZPOMINKA S bolnkm srdcem vzpominame, jest tomu jil 19 let co nam ode6la na6e drazemiloya.na maminka Anna Houdkova.

Tvoje laska je jak perla ktera se z bolesti rod' a proto ji na dne naich srdci na yeene easy ukryjeme a nikdy nezapomeneme!

K ucteni jeji svetle pamatky yenuji deti: Anetka, Josef a Vilem p SPJST -

tNIRTf A DilitVZDANI Ze srdcern zarmoucenkm oznamuji ptateliim a znainkm, 6e se Panu Bohu zalibilo povolati k sobe nageho mleho maniela, otce, statieka a prastatieka Jana P. Trlica. S nam' se rozloueil 16. listopadu, roku 1977 ye stall 95 let a 6 mesictl.

Srdeene diky vzdavame panu farati Dan Markovi z Taylor za

krasne kazani v kostele, panu farati Henry E. Besedovi za modlitbu. pale srdeene diky &Aline v6em tiara= kvetin a za dar na Cancer Society.

Dale srdeene diky grangerskkm ktesta'nskkm sestram za ptipraveni obeda, za vAecko co pro nits poslouilly. Take srdeene diky pa tti Blue Bonnet Nursing Center a Om olettovatelkam a "Aides.".

Diky panu farati Dan Markovi a fuel John Roark ze San Gabriel za navAtevy a modlitky yeas pana Trlice nemoci.

Pozdstali jsou manielka, Vlasta Tacit; dcera, Hermina; Charlie Lehman z Needville; John D. Trlica a Mildred z Austin; Frank E. Trlica a Syble z Plesanton a Raymond Trlica a Marie z Springfield, Mo. - SPJST Hleda se stall' tena k pomoci v domove v dvouelenne rodine. Plat dle ujednant Plate hned na Mrs. A. M. Pokorny, 1304 SW 11th Ave, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067. —c SPJST --

BYLI JSME V IFIABIttINE tDOIA Jednou oclpoledne za meho pobytu v Ceskoslovensku v roce 1960 tekla ml ptitelkyne Svobodova: "Matenko, chtela by ses podivat do Bab..edina To "Matenko" mi ptipomnelo, me nikdy nikdo tak v aivote nepojmenoval. Kdyl jsem byla jette decko, ftichni na nine volali "Makeno", pozdeji "Matko" a ti cizi zase "Mando". Nazyvali me nekdy i jinak. a to kdyl byli na mne zli nebo kdyl jsem neco provedla, a to bylo dost dasto. No, dosti na torn, to mi Jeri tak proletlo hlavou, ze rodiee, kdyl meli nejakou svizel v hospodatstvi nebo finaneni, vidy byli pohnevani na deti. A to nebylo jen u nas, ale vaude. Na kora si to melt vylit, kdyi ne ma, detech, ktere byly nejblite. Ale to jen tak mimochodem.

Tedy "Mafenka" — ji, jak bych nechtela se nekarn podivat. jsem sve velke: "Ana!" A jelo se.

Nebyla jsem sama. "Byla s nam' pani Pecova a pan Pec a jini. Jeli jsme tam s detmi ze 6koly z Prahy- Libne. Dcera pi. Svobodove je ueitelkou, Mere, zajezd vedla nam umoinila se ptidrui.it V6- to bylo zdarma jak pro nits, tak I pro

deti. Ja jsem to phjala s povdekem.

8kolaka bylo asi 32, etyti matky tech decek a my. Vyjeli jsme rano autobusem z Prahy smerem na Na. chod. Asi za hodinu jizdy pfijildeli jsme do krasne roviny. Z obou stran vidirne lany osetkch poll. DIvim se se zajrnem na to krasu a tikam: `Zde roste nova Amerika."

Plipomnelo mi to Spojene staty, kdyi jsern je, nekdy projildela.

Vyhlitelo to pave tak. Jen -ty cesty jsou jine. U nas v Americe nejsou lemovany ovocnkmi stromy, ktere jsou v Oeskoslovensku Usti toho velkolepeho obrazu zeme.

A *dude bylo videt, le toho ovoce budou mit dostatek.

Oasto uprostked lan0 jsou stodoly nebo kraviny, proste budovy pra ye jako jsou na6e (army, ktere take maji svoje budovy uprostted pozemkh, Ten pohled a poznini ml nikdy z pameti nevymizi. Ta snit podobnost s nal krajlnou. bili bylo krasne, ptedvidalo dobrou tirodu, tel pozdeji velke debte poloilly je k zemi. 'Mtn Oak, to 6kod nebude. Oni jsou totiz v Ceskosloyensku jit tak praktieti ye vynalezech, ze si vidy vedi rady.

Naptiklad, kdyz jsme Melt do tech prive se sekalo seno, ale stale preelo, seno se nemohlo usu5lt. t eskosloveneti vynalezei sestrojill stroje, ktere suer seno ye stodolich, a maji tak postarano o potravu pro dobytek.

Po hodine jlzdy autobusem melt jsme zastaxku v Podebradech, abychom si prohledll mestske parley a lizne a mohli se trochu obeerstvit. Pak se jelo dale. Decka v autobuse pekne zpivala. Melt takove nove, ptipadne pisne, le to bylo radost poslouchat Nektere jsem pozdeji slyiela na II. celostat n1 spartaktade v Praze. Pak byla je§te jedna zastivka, ale ut ant nevim, jak se to mesto jmenovalo.

V nem jsme navetivili muzeum 13oiony Nemcove. Prilvodce nam ukazoval pamatky velke eeske spisovatelky, v6e s elm rostla, co ji bylo mile. kde psala, co zkuslla jako vlastenka, ze byla ze sedmi ti a 2e byls, narozena ye Vidnl. A mnoho toho tam bylo, co jsme eetli v "Babiece". Po prohlidce muzea zavedli nas na druhk konec (Pokracevan1 na *trance 27)

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Prosta slova touhy po tom, aby nom nail vlast od hor k Odolim andel straini chranil.

Ale modlitba nebyla vyslyiena. nedosahla k LiAnclelsk6 Z kvetoucich dicim a k Leiak mist se stale spaleniite, hrozne valky.

Nctie deti tuhle pisniCku jii nezpivaji. Zachovali nem ji viak sberatele ye xpevniCku narodnich i znarodnelich pisni. ObEns ruka uCitelky, vyfuk6 jeji melodii na pianu a zavolci: „Deti, dnes si zazpivame jednu krOsnou, • zapomenutou. Rik6 se v ni o torn, jak nadherna je naie zeme, ye / ktere se hory zasnubuji s oblohou, lije v ni narod zpivni a hudbymilovni, toulici fit v miru se vierni lidmi na svete, aby i tahle vlast klidne mohla dale rozkvetat do novich kras."

DAGMAR STETINOVA

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1. Cechy krasne, Cechy me, tide ma se s touhou pne, kde ty vase hory jsou, zasnoubeny s oblohou.

2. S oblohou a nebesy, kde piemiill na plesy andel svetlem oder* k slave Pane stvaeni.

3. Pan ten stvoill take vas, slavne Cechy, vlasti kros.

Andela yam s nebe dal, vas by narod k zpevu zval.

4. A ten narod neje rad!

V ialmech viak i touhu znat, by ten andel chranil Cech do skon6ni velar viech.

5. Proto, krOsne Cechy me, due ma se s touhou pne, kde ty yak hory jsou, zasnoubeny s oblohou.

ye sttedu 14. prosinee 1977 (Zestranky 25) mesta, kde nam ukazali vgstavu textilni tovarny. Ty jejich vyrobky se docela nic nelik od natich.

Latky na damske taty jsou prave tak rozmanite jako v Chicagu a jinde v USA. Panske kotile pietane v jednom smeru jette hezei a elegantnejti. Videli jsme tam litkove umele kvetdny, plastikovou latku na ubrusy a jine veal. Bylo to velmi zajimave.

Asi za hodinu jizdy byla zastivka poblige "Babiddina Adolf.", a tam jsme obedvall. Velka restaurace, stoly venku se Viim pohodlim. Bylo tam vice vgletnike. K obedu jsme melt na vgber tti jidla: yeprove. lebirka s ryil, teleci ne, paprice a hovezi se zeleninou a drAt'kovou polevku. Jidlo bylo chutne pflpraveno, pace dosti velke. Dec ka jako vidycky dloubnou do tallte a ut utikaji ke stanku pro sodu, zrnrzlinu, cukrovinky a vtlbec pro vtechno, co vidi — Rom mail balieky s jidlem z domova, to co Jim maminky daly na cestu do autobusu a jests maji penize.

Ueltelka driela penize pro pottebu vtech, a platila za to, co sne-

27 dly deti. Byla to decka od osmi do dvanacti let, slutna, S nami krajany z Ameriky, limed se decka sptatelila a vyptavala se nas na tisic a jednu vet. Zvli:ste krajan Pee jich hodne uill. Driela se jej jako kliste, mela spoustu otazek a on si jen pochvaloval jedno — jak deti umi krasne desky, A z lasky k Ceske feel by jim rozdal i sam sebe.

Po a/Ade jsme nasedli do autobusu, jell jsme Po nahorni ravine k zadatku Babiddina iddoll. Pak jsme vystoupili, 611 petly po svahu k tece, ktera proteka Nic se ,nedivim, ze je o torn tdoli tolik, a tak krasne psino. Pornalu jsme ptichazeli a2 k splavu, kde Viktorka za vedera zpivala ukolebavku svemu det'atku. Pak jsme prisli k staremu belidlu, kde Babidka, a tam videli jeji svetMau, kde si sutila Wive byliny, pekl se chi& a kde byla spitirna.

Na stenach obrazky malovane na skle a Pile ruzne pamatky. Budova sama je &even& s vysokym ttitern. Vte je udriovano ve vzornem potadku.

Ali jsme podle mlgriske strouhy

dal. Tu na konci je postaven pomnik Babidky s detmi. Ani ten pes v sousok nechybi. Kolem je krasna louka, malt' parcik, ping krisnglch petunii ve vtech barvach..

Decks, si zabrala louku pro sehe na ruzne hry a my posedali kolem pardiku na slunce. Bylo nam tak Indio, a po hod.ne nechtelo se nam odtud ani orlsehazet. Nalcolik kroIce dale jdeme k mostu pies tidku a hle! Na fdruhe strane se objevila restaurace, kde jsme obedvall a kde jii na nas deka). autobus. Nasedli jsme a jell zpet k Praze.

Do Prahy jsme jette za dne a podekovali srdedne tern, kdot nam to vte umoindi. fret Mem jsme dekovall, ie jsme mohli jejich spoledniky. A decka se s nami srdeene ptatelsky loueila a volala za. nami: "Na shledanou!"'

A my tikame: "Nikdy nezapomeneme na tuto krasnou vyjiid'ku!"

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SPJST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY NOTICE: Standing announcements of lodge meeting dates are found in the Bulletin Board section.

Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood Friday, Dec. 16 — Social Night, 7:30 p.m. Public is invited Sunday, Dec. 18 — Annual Christmas Party for members of Lodge 6; supper at 5:30 p.m. with program to follow Friday, Dec. 23 — Social Night, 7:30 p.m. Public is invited Sunday, Dec. 25 — Soukup family reunion and Christmas party Sunday Night, Dec. 25 — Public dance; The Star-Lites, 8 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 30 — Social Night, 7:30 p.m. Public is invited Friday, Jan. 6 — Social Night, Sunday, Jan. 8 — SPJST Lodge 6 meeting, with installation of officers, 3:30 p.m.

— SPJSTLodge No. 8, Weimar Sunday, Dec. 18 — Annual lodge meeting at Brand Motor Co., 1 p.m.

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Lodge No. 13, Dime Box Saturday, Dec. 17 — Country Express Sunday, Dec. 25 — Good Vibrations Saturday, Dec. 31—Good Vibrations — SPJST -Lodge No. 14, Wesley Sunday, Dec. 18 — Annual lodge meeting, election of officers and Christmas party at the John Pomykals' home, 1:30 p.m.

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Lodge No. 15, Buckholts Wednesday, Dec. 14 — Lodge meeting, 7 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 18 — Lodge members' Christmas party, with a covered dish meal and goodies for the children, 5 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodi. No. 18, Elgin Saturday, Dee. 17 — Lodge Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve dance; The Hi-Toppers SPJST —

Lodge No. 24, Cyclone (Flag Hall) Wed., Dec. 14 — Lodge meeting, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 17 — Jerry Cablas' silver anniversary; music by

Jerry Haisler & The Melody Five Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Dance; Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five (Dress Regulations: Dresses and pant. suits for women: men: no blue Jeans).

SPJST —

Lodge Ni,. 25, Ennis Saturday, Dec. 31 — Jodie Mikula and His Orchestra SPJST —

Lodge No. 29, Taylor Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Dance — Fritz Hodde, 8:30 to ?

SPJST — Lodge No. 35, Elk Saturday, Dec. 17 — The Starlites Saturday, Dec. 24 — No dance — SPJST — Lodge No. 39, Bryan Saturday, Dec. 17 --- Fabulous Six Saturday, Dec. 31 — Jerry and The Variations (8:30 to 12:30) SPJST —

Lodge No. 40, Hillje Wed., Dec. 21 — Krystal Blue vs.

Sammy and The Midnighters Sunday, Dec. 25 — Christmas Dance; Dulwich Fox Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Dance; Sammy and The Midnighters SPJST —

Lodge No. 47, Seaton Saturday, Dec. 17 — The Cloverleaf Orch. of New Braunfels Tuesday, Dec. 20 — Board meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 24 — No dance Tuesday, Dec. 27 — Choral practice 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Dance; Jimmy Nemec and the Music Masters of West Thursday, Jan. 19 — Special Dance Al Grebick of Schuyler, Nebr.

(Dress Policy: Ladies, d only; men, no alsJen. — SPJST — Lodge No. 54, West Saturday, Dec. 24 — Wedding reception Sunday, Dec. 25 — Johnnie Uptmore Christmas party Monday, Dec. 26 — Cernosek-Bartosh wedding Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Dance Saturday, Jan. 7—Bass Club Awards Banquet and Dance Sunday, Jan. a — Wedding Shower Saturday, Jan. 21 — Ernest Snyders' 25th anniversary Saturday, Jan. 28 — KofnovecSrubar wedding recpt. & dance — SPJST —

Lodge No. 63, Sweet Home Sunday, Dec. 18 — Lodge meeting, election of officers and Christmas social, at Slovacek's Ballroom, 1 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 66, Waco (Linden Hall) Saturday, Dec. 17 — Members' Christmas dance; Blue Vest Boys Saturday, Dec. 24 — No dance Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Dance; Bill Kucera's Czechmates Saturday, Jan. 7 — Vrazel Polka Band Saturday, Jan. 14 — Gilbert, Kautz Orch.

Saturday, Jan. 21 — Panther City Polka Boys Saturday, Jan. 28 — The Country Boys of Ennis SPJST

Lodge No. 74, Lovelady Saturday, Dec. 17 — Music Masters Friday, Dec. 23 — Ram Rods Saturday, Dec. 31 — The Crockett Westerneers Every Tuesday: '7:30 p.m., Skating for the youth, games for the adults.

Every Saturday, 10 to 2, Skating for members and guests, 50c adm.

(All of our regular Saturday night Mme.'s are from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Lod ge phone: 544-8200: SPJST —

Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi Sunday, Dec. 18 — Christmas party of SPJST, Lodge 79, Sokol and SVPS No. 30 members, 4 p.m.

Game night, every Monday; gym classes every Tuesday, SPJST —

Lodge No. 81, Needville Social nights at 7:30 p.m. ever y Wednesday.

Public is invited.

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Lodge No. 84, Dallas Saturday, Dec. 17 — Dance; Charlie Adamcik's Polka Tones Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Dance Saturday, Jan. 14 — Dance; Country Boys Polka Band SPJST — Lodge No. 88, Houston Friday, Dec. 16 — Ray Jurecka Saturday, Dec. 17 — Adolf Hofner (country-western) Saturday, Dec. 24 — No dance Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Dance — Blumes (formal) Social every Thursday ni ght at 8 p.m.

Supper served from 5 to 8 P.m. Breakfast is served at our Friday and Saturda y night lances and special dances.

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Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth Sunday, Dec. 18 -- Christmas Tree and program, 5 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's

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Wednesday, December 14, 1971 Eve Dance, 9 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 14 — Lodges 92 and 180 jointly will sponsor a dance by the Al Grebnick Orchestra of Nebraska SPJST —

Lodge No. 117, Robstown Wednesday, Dec. 14 — Annual lodge meeting and election of officers.

See letter in Letters Section, this issue, for complete details 11111-.111 ---

Lodge No. 130 Dallas & Sokol Zizka Saturday, Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Dance; Harold Strand Orch.

(Dress Cote: Women — dresses, evening pantsuits; men — coats, leisure sults, shirts inside trousers, no belt Jeans).

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Lodge No. 135, Ennis Saturday, Dec. 31 — Panther City Polka Boys lintertainnient every Friday ni ght at I p.m.

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Lodge No. 142, Houston Friday, Dec. 16 — Christmas party, youth program; members only; 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 31 — Kountry Kings vs. American Sunrise, 8 to 12:30, limited tickets available

Second Wednesda y of each month: youth club meeting at 6:30 p.m.; adult meeting.

7:30 p.m.

Game /OLIO, every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.; kitchen open — SPJST —

Om* Night each Friday — 1:30 p.m.

SPJST —

Lodge No. 172, Pasadena Saturday, Dec. 17 — Christmas dance; The Sugarlanders Saturday, Dec. 31 — Reuben Hultquist's Gold Banners Orchestra (9 to 2 — $7.50 per person) neg. lodge meetings every 2nd Wednesday K each month. Dances 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Socials every Thursday at P.m. and Sat*ribs at 2 p.m. Executive meetings 4th Wednesda y of month. 7:30 p.m. Lodge lossSea 911 E. Shaw, Phone 472-931111 — SPJST ---

Lodge No. 177, Academy Wed., Dec. 14—Annual lodge meeting, election of officers, 7 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 16 — Free dance for Lodge 177 adult members and invited guests. Music by Rocking Country, 8 p.m. til ?

Saturday, Dec. 17 — Jerry Dee with the Western Flames Sunday, Dec. 18 — Spl. Youth Club Dance; American Sunrise. Bring a toy for admission, 7 to 11 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 24 — No dance Sunday, Dec. 25 — Dance; music by The Centres, 8-12

SPJST

Lodge No. 178, Longview-Kilgore Family game nights every Friday and Sunday at 7 p.m. in the Knights of Columbus Mall, Olive St., Longview.

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Lodge No. 180, Burleson Thursday, Jan. 5 — Lodge meetng at St. Ann's in Burleson, '7:30 Saturday, Jan. 14 — Lodges 180 and and 92 co-host a dance. Al Grebnick of Nebr., at National Hall, Ft. Worth. 9 p.m. $4, under 16, $2 SPJST — Lodge No. 181, Montgomery County Family game nights every Thursday, at 8 p.m. Conroe Ballroom SPJST —

Lodge No. 188, Centerville Saturday, Dec. 17—Henry Gonzales and The Midnight Riders Friday, Dec. 23 — Broken Spoke

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Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth Friday, Dec. 16 & 23 — No game socials Saturday, Dec. 31 ®- Saginaw Men's Club dance, music by The Cahoots Sunday, Jan. 8 — Lodge meeting, 3 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 31 — Country Gentlemen, 9 to 1 Tuesday, Jan. 2 — Lodge monthly meeting, old Carver School, 7:30 p.m.

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