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Official Organ Of The Slavonic Benevolent Order Of The State Of Texas, Founded 107 BENEVOLENCE

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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76501 VOLUME 66, NUMBER 36

SEPTEMBER 6, 1978

NEW HOME OF LODGE "THE GOOD LIFE" NO. 180, BURLESON NAVY STANEK RADU DOBRI ZIVOT ISLO 180 V BURLESON

Formal opening and dedication of

Forincilni otevfeni a venovini

the new lodge home was held on

teto side se slavilo v sobotu dne

Saturday, August 26th 1978

26. srpna 1978.

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MIMI( Entered as Second Class Matter Januar y 3rd, 1933, at West, Texas, under the Act of Congress of August 24, 1922.

OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SLAVONIC BENEVOLENT ORDER OF THd STATE OF TEXAS EDITOR — R. J. SEFCIK P.O. BOX 85, WEST, TEXAS 76691 RES. 1204 N. DAVIS STREET /4ex.: (817) 826-5989 — Office: 826-3312 PUBLISHERS: ClICHOSLOVAK PUB. CO ., WEST. TX Subscription: WOO Per Year

SUPREME LODGE SPJST 520 N. Main St. — Temple Tx 76501 Phone: AC 817 773-1575 P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76501 NICK A. MORRIS, President Res. 985-2378 BERNIE M. GEBALA, Vice President Designate (Effective 1 October 1978) LEONARD MIKESKA, Secy.-Treas.

Res. 778-3720 JERRY MIKULAS, JR., Financial Secretary — Res: 773-2950 R. B. LESIKAR, Legal Adviser P. 0. Box 248 Temple, Texas 76501 Telephone (AC 817) 773-2171 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM Otto Hamm, Curator Res: 773- 5294 — Office: 773-1575

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FROM THE EDITOR The official dedication of Lodge No. 180, Burleson, Saturday, Aug. 26, 1978, the last Saturday of the month, went off as scheduled; the weather and audience both were cooperative and made the day nice and agreeable for the event.

On the front page we picture the front view of the new home of Lodge No. 180, with the flag pole, flag and name in place, as promised; it was taken on that same date when we arrived. In a recent telephone conversation with Lodge 180 President Dennis Barabas, he informed us that they are still waiting for the word "LODGE" to go before the 180 figures so things like these do happen in building contracts. An army buddy of this writer had a saying for anything of this nature; he would simply shrug his shoulders, grin and say:, "That could even happen to a married man!" No matter what mistake was made in any circumstance, you could always expect that remark from him whether it was good or bad, so, have heart, it 'will be done sooner or later — better late than never!

The program was nice and the remarks are printed in this issue.

As usual, the remarks of the SPJST speakers pertained to the affairs and/or history of the lodge and our SPJST Society which is to be expected and understood and it is always interesting to hear what the public officials of the particular community the lodge is located in say thow they react to the lodge hall being erected in their locality.

In every case the publicly elected officials expresse.d their appreciation for the SPJST for erecting a hall for family entertainment in their midst and wished it success.

In Burleson, this was especially so, and the mayor and the spokesman for the Chamber of Commerce both did so very ably as you can see by their remarks, and your editor feels that they came from their hearts and was not just for political purposes.

Sister Rena Ordener correctly writes that it was appreciated that these officials would take time out on a Saturday afternoon, to be with the group at their official opening of their new home.

The afternoon passed rather quickly and everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves. The mem-

Wednesday, September 6, 1978 bers of Lodge 180, Burleson, as true SPJST fraternalists, displayed true friendliness and outdid themselves to accommodate everyone.

This thought always prevails in your editor's mind: If politics and religious arguments are kept out of our Fraternal Society, it cannot help but be fraternal; that is why our founders fashioned it the way they did — non-denominational and non-political. It is so wonderful to be among true fraternal friends like those present at these various SPJST events in the past nine and one-half years, with 1978 being no exception. * * This issue is mostly centered around the official opening and dedication of the new home of Lodge 180. We have the pictures of the State YAD, however, the mail failed us this week and we did not receive the report from SYD Dorothy Massey. We feel sure that we will have her report and the pictures of the State YAD in next week's issue. * * In this Vestnik you will note that there is an ad for the Czech Brass Band named "Moravanka", which will be touring the U.S. and they will make ten appearances in Texas. The deadline for advance tickets at the $1 savings has been extended to Sept. 10th, so that you will have a little more time in which to purchase your tickets. The addresses where to order tickets appear in the ad on page 27. This band is composed of professors and teachers of music and symphony musicians and they are in great demand every where they go. You may want to hear them. * * Many changes in lifestyle can cause a will of life insurance policy to become outdated. These changes in lifestyle might include: —moving from one state to another, —marriage, remarriage or divorce, —birth or adoption of a child, —death of a major beneficiary, —retirement, —changing one's mind about a beneficiary or an executor, trustee, or guardian, —major change in investments to require reapportionment of their distribution, - SPJST -

SALES REPRESENTATIVES' CLASS - HELD AT LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE - AUG. 15, 1978

Front row, L to R: Helen Filipp, Geraiame Kucera, Bessie Franek, District V Sales Repr. Evelyn Mikeska. Back row, L to R: Leroy Kamas, Charlie Matcek, C. H. Reininger, Glenn McKay, Edwin Susan, Tommy Lostak, and Ludvik Surovec.

Guests L to It, front: Bessie Planka, Gladys Lostak, Mrs. Edwin Susan, Arnold Franek. Back row: 011ie Miller, and State Field Manager, Silas (Pictures by Jeanette Smith) H. Smith.

TNtK SALES REPRESENTATIVES' CLASS - HELD AT LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON - AUG. 16, 1978

Guests: Seate 째 Clarence Baca.

Bristik, Rosie Lyman,

ette Smith, , hang, Elenor Mrs. John ?"Tipp

Front row,. L to it: Jerry Proehazka, Louise Katilecek, Helen 1?-;gwood.

Middle row: Tillie Helmcamp, Agnes Lesak, Lowrina Lindemann, Della Radlecek, Birdie Hilsher, Albert Bristik. Back row: Patsy Baca, Jerry Ermis, Lydia Hendrick, Frances Olexa, Lillian Finn; Sidon Tumis, Pearl (Pictures by Jeanette Smith) Hanka.

Front row: Jcan ; fist. V SR Evelyn Mikesic Back row: State Field Manzim , Silas Smith, Sidon Tumis Lodge .. 1 2 president, Jerry Prochaska Dist. V president.

NEWS' "EFS The SPJST Publicr T on. Committee will meet at the Supreme Lodge Office in Temple at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30th.

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Front row, L to R: Vlasta Machann, Georgia Lostak, District V Sales Repr. Evelyn Mikeska, Albert Bristik. Back row, L to It: Edna Wehring, Frank Dolezal, Alvin Melnar, John Pech, John Lyman. Also attending, but not pictured, Ulla Mae Peter, Franklin Bravenec, and Richard Wahlberg.

Mrs. Clement 3. (Rose) Deiterman, 64, of West, passed away, Aug. 27th in a Waco hospital. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary's Catholic Church, West, with Rev. George Doskocil officiating. Interment was in Mary's Cemetery, West. Sister Delterman was a member of Lodge No. 36, West.

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Wednesday, September 6, 1978

LODGE NO. 48, BEYERSVILLE Dear Members: No. 48, held their regular monthly meeting Saturday, Aug. 5th at 7 p.m.

President Bobby Wuensche called the meeting to order.

Secretary-Treasurer Sharon Beran read the minutes and gave her general and insurance fund reports.

They stood approved as read.

Financial-Secretary Ruth Wuensche gave her report on premiums and dues collected.

Youth Leader Leona Stalmach gave the members a report on the youth members' camp activities.

They seemed to have a good time, including seeing "Big Foot."

We had one member Albert Greenless III, to convert his insurance policy to an adult policy.

It was decided to have a work night on Aug. 12th to cut the yard. Several members volunteered to help out.

The next meeting will be back to our original meeting time, title first Sunday in September, the 3rd, at 3 p.m. Sandwiches will be served for supper.

Fraternally, Sharon Beran Secy-Treas.-Reporter SPJST

LODGE NO. 107, FLORESVILLE Dear Members: Lodge No. 107 held its regular monthly meeting Aug. 9th, at 8 p.m.

Preceding the meeting a birthday supper was held honoring Bob Bayer on his birthday.

The meeting was called to order by President Bayer. Roxy Bayer unfurled the flag and led the members in the pledge to the flag.

Minutes were read and approved as read. Treasurer Sralla and Financial Secretary Hrna gave their reports.

Kevin Suventek converted his JT policy to a permanent insurance policy. We are happy to have you, Kevin.

5 A donation of $10 to the Memorial Fund in memory of Joe B. Hejny was made by Anton and Mary Svoboda. Other memorials in memory of Joe B. Hejny were made

by Billy and Maxine Pavliska $10, and the Robert Bayer family, $10.

DYC Maxine Pavliska reported on camp and YAD. These reports have been in the Vestnik, therefore, I will not report them. We were very proud of Lodge 107's youth club and all their accomplishments.

Keep up the good work! We are very proud of all of you.

Youth Leader Polly Bayer gave her version of camp and the flooded Guadalupe River. It is to be mentioned here that the carnival held at camp was fun and the proceeds were donated to the Red Cross for the flood victims. Our youngsters are to be complimented on their consideration of their friends and neighbors.

A motion by Billy Pavliska and seconded by Anton Svoboda, that we sponsor a girl for the Peanut Festival Coronation and parade.

The motion carried and Maxine Pavliska was appointed as a committee of one to handle the invitation.

Pictures of the following Lodge 107 presidents are needed: 1912 — Norbert Kalich 1913-17 and 1920-32 — Valentin Lichnovsky 1918 — Valentin Petr 1919 — Roman Jasek 1932-1941 — Frank Bolt 1942-1949 — Tomas Novak 1950-1953 — Emil Miculka 1954-56 and 1959-62 — Henry Sralla 1957-58 — Julia Vaclavik 1963-65 — William Pavliska 1966-67 — Mrs. Joe (Pauline) Pavliska 1968-69 — Mrs. Erich (Elizabeth) Bielefeld 1970-78 — Robert J. Bayer.

President Bayer would like to have these in 5 x 7 inch size black frames. If you cannot have one in this size any picture will do.

Some discussion of the ways and means for the hall was held. A dance bafid was also discussed.

Georgia Zidek won the door prize.

After much discussion it was voted to hold our next meeting Sept. 3rd at 4 p.m. See you then.

Fraternally, Pauline S. Pavliska, Secy.-Reporter

LODGE NO. 50, EL CAMPO Dear Members: The quarterly lodge meeting of Lodge 50 will be held Wednesday, Sept. 6th, at the American Legion Auxiliary Building, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Rita J. Vanek President SPJST —

LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Dear Members, About 50 members and friends of SPJST Lodge No. 187 gathered on the lodge grounds Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 23rd, to see the first spadeful of dirt turned for the new lodge home. The building will be located about two miles northeast of Round Rock on Farm Road 1460.

Local lodge president, Ray Woytek, was master of ceremonies at the groundbreaking which began at 7:30 p.m. Special guests recognized by President Woytek were Henry Vitek, District II SPJST director and Lad Zatopek, District II Sales Representative. President Woytek introduced Albert T, Schroeder and Alex Gola who represented Pokorny Construction Co. of Taylor who will construct the building. After introducing local lodge officers and members of the Board of Trustees of Lodge No. 187, President Woytek called on Supreme Lodge President Nick Morris to conduct the actual groundbreaking.

Following the groundbreaking, a dance was held at Frontier Hall with music by Jodie J. Thanks to all of you who came to the groundbreaking, especially those from Elgin, Temple, Seaton, Academy, Granger, and Rapid City, South Dakota.

Members, we are really on our way! It is time everyone prepared to become actively involved. Various committees — kitchen, bar, grounds, entertainment, etc, — will be named at our next meeting which will be Sunday, Sept. 10th, at 3 p.m. at the Woyteks' home. If there is a certain committee you would like to serve on, please call President Woytek before the meeting and volunteer.

We will be taking reservations soon for the New Year's Eve dance which we plan to have in our new lodge home. The Seven Dutchmen, a very versatile group of musicians who are students at the University

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All officers and members assign- unit. ed to their duties in caring for the Paula is a member of Lodge 79, lodge are doing a good job. We are since July 22, 1955, joining at the very proud of all of you. I will not age of one month. Her grandpa describe everything in detail about filled out the application for her our lodge, except that we are in- membership. deed proud of the performance and Fraternally, SPJST the progress.

John Stasa I hadn't attended the last game LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Historian-Reporter night because of other commit- (Photo and outlines may be found Dear Members: Here is a correction to my last ments I had to tend to. However, in the Czech Section.)

SPJST — letter. Concerning the babysitting, we are having great attendance in LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE it should read $5 per child and we all activities of the lodge that is should let Peggy Easterling know most important to all of us.

Dear Members: It won't be long before our next by 3 p.m. on Friday for an apDue to parking problems at the pointment. Call Peggy at AC 214- monthly meeting which takes place lodge, we are parking cars so your on the second Sunday of each mon- car won't be blocked in and there 536-2798. th, at 3:30 p.m. Maybe we will have will be plenty of parking space. You Fraternally, a square dancing group from Elk- will please park where attendants Sue Page hart, and all performers could join direct you.

SPJST — following the meeting. Anyway, if LODGE NO. 189, As a member, it is your duty to any one of you members come up work at the lodge. If you can't work BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION with something like that let Sister you are responsible to get someone Dear Members and Friends: Creola Wilcox know about it. Call to work in your place. Failing to do Just a reminder about the Lodge 544-2339.

Until next time .. . so can mean a two-month suspen189 Garage and Bake Sale coming Fraternally, sion in lodge activities. up Sept. 7, 8, and 9 from 8:30 a.m.

Chester Shmoldas Those who are to work for the to 5:30 p.m. The letter that went Reporter month of September are: out to all the members had a misSPJST — Sept. 9 — Steve Pate, George take on the dates so be sure to LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI Ransome, Joey Rodell make note of the correct dates.

Memories from Lodge No. 79, Sept. 16 — Brian Stafford, Don Any item will be appreciated, so Stowe, Michael Wilson look through your garage and SPJST and Sokol Corpus Christi.

The grand opening was great and Sept. 23 — Gary Woods, Joey closets for those unwanted items.

I would like to congratulat,e Da- a very big success where many of Sullivan, Sonny Taylor Sept. 30 — Grady Wakefield, vid Storm, II, for winning second us met with many old friends and Johnny St. Pe, and Pete Wilson. place at the YAD State Competi- new friends. tion in Temple. His category was In the August 16th, 1978, issue of Fraternally, Constructed wood items and he the Vestnik, we read the program Vernon L. Page - SPJST — displayed miniature furniture. We and saw some pictures of the home are all proud of David and hope he of the two great organizations that LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA continues participating in the consolidated in believing that it will Dear Members: youth club activities. serve more and better service to Please note that our next regFraternally, their membership. ular monthly meeting will be held Julie Weisser By looking through and reading on the fourth Wednesday, instead Reporter the pages of the Vestnik dated Aug. of the second Wednesday as schedSPJST — 16th. I noticed there was some- uled; don't forget, Sept. 27th is the LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY thing missing. I have studied and date.

Dear Members and Guests: Our president and financial secthought who would and how this We had Larry Bruce and the gap will be filled. I came to the retary and several others will be Lone Star Express perform their conclusion that maybe only some back from a tour of Czechoslovakia by that time and they will have talents for our dancing fans. We extra help can be of value.

My granddaughter, Paula, who some interesting things to tell us. had a big crowd and everyone had Fraternally, a grand time. We had many guests attended the grand opening celeVlasta Machann who had attended our lodge dance bration with her mother, Sister Secretary for the first time again. They were: Lillie (Stasa) Huber of Austin, SPJST — Mr. and Mrs. Vantuck of Houston mailed me 12 pictures that she LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH who have a weekend home here in snapped with her camera during this area; the other couple was Mr. the time she was here in Corpus Dear Members: All members please remember and Mrs. Davis also from Houston. Christi. There was one that was They praised the behavior of the missing in the Vestnik and I hope there is the regular monthly meetpeople attending our dances and it will help to complete the his- ing on Sept. 10th, at 2 p.m., and the Ladies' Circle assembles on the stated they will join our SPJST So- tory.

I wish to express my sincere following Thursday, Sept. 14th. ciety at Lodge 74; they also stated they could not find anything better thanks to Paula for this act; that Sincerely and anywhere else in this type of en- will be added to the history of Fraternally, SPJST Lodge 79 and our local Sokol Helen Paprskar tertainment. of Texas and Southwestern University, will play for that event, so spread the word; we are on our way!

Fraternally, Wilma Peterson Secretary

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Wednesday, September 6, 1978 LODGE NO. 184, MOULTON Dear Members: Our next regular meeting will be held on the second Wednesday, Sept. 13th, at the lodge hall at 8 p.m.

After the meeting we will have a social. We ask the ladies of the lodge to bring food for lunch; bring whatever you wish. The lodge will furnish the drinks.

Fraternally, Frank C. Wagner Secretary SPJST --

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Dear Members: Monday, at our lodge meeting, a moment of silence was observed for our departed Brother R. Malik. Our sympathy is extended to the family. May he have eternal rest.

The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved: Reports were given by the entertainment, house committee, youth, leader, fraternal council, Czech Culture Society, and hall rental.

Our sunshine committee sent getwell cards to Brother Joe Kutil, Sister Mary Janosek, Brother John Kubacak, and Brother Robert Edmundson.

Secretary aalac read a letter from Houston. The Choral Group in Houston wishes to bring to the attention of everyone that the latest recording is still available.

The Dallas - Ennis Fraternal Council meets Sept. 12th in Ennis at the KJT-KJZT lodge.

Brother Sid Pokla,dnik called a band rehearsal for Sept. 12th and also for Sept. 18th; members of the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra take notice. It was brought up during the Monday meeting by Sister Lillie Jarma and Brother Emil Petr, that Brother Sid has been conducting the music heard at the Texas State Fair on the day all Czechs gather, since 1938. Can you remember what year you first noticed this gentleman raise the baton?

We have one new member this month; she is Tonja Marshall, and she is only three weeks old.

Sept. 18th at 7:30 p.m. is the date of our next lodge meeting. Did you know 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after the meeting, our drinks (cold drinks and beer) are sold for half price? Boy! what this lodge will do to get members to come and share ideas at our mon-

thly meeting.

We missed President Sadecky, but Vice President Joe Ondrusek conducted the last meeting in his absence and we thank him.

Fraternally, Rose Scott SPJST —

LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Dear Members and Friends: We are getting a little shower this morning, needless to say how badly we need it.

Several of us attended the Grand Opening of Lodge 180 in Burleson in their beautiful new home. They have a home to be proud of and we wish them continued success.

Our countrywestern dance Saturday was a full house, everyone going out said, when will Jerry Max Lane be back? So mark your calendar for a return engagement on Saturday, Oct. 28th.

St. Paul's Men's Club dance will be held Saturday, Sept. 16th and you are invited.

We were all saddened at the passing of Sister Agnes Wruble on Aug. 28th, but she had been quite ill for some time and now may she rest in peace.

We extend our heartfelt sympathy to all in her family, and may her memory live among us forever.

Sister Maria Prill •arrived home safely from Germany last night and she had a lot to talk about.

Welcome home!

I'll see you at the meeting Sept.

10th.

So until . . . Keep Smiling!

Fraternally, Mary Pavey SPJST — LODGE NO. 4, HALLETTSVILLE Dear Members: Our lodge held its annual Family Day Sunday, Aug. 13th at the American Legion Hall in Hallettsvile with a good attendance. At noon everyone enjoyed a delicious stew dinner with the trimmings.

The prayer before the meal was led

by Annie Zabransky. In charge of cooking the stew was L. p. Mikulenka, and Mrs. Alvin Mikush was in charge of the kitchen.

Following. the meal a short meeting was held with President Frank Zabransky presiding. The pledge to the flag was led by Marlyn Sevcik.

A moment of silence was held for our departed members.

Retired Secretary Chas. Holy read the list of the 50-year-and-over

members. The current 50-year members who received pins were Anna F. Newman and Julius Bucek.

A letter was read from District VI Sales Representative Edwin Smajstrla of Victoria regretting that he and his wife could not attend.

The reading of the minutes from the July meeting were dispensed with and they will be read at the next meeting.

Secretary of the lodge and District VI Rest Homes Director Erwin Holy gave a report.

It was decided, by the members, to meet on the third Sunday in September, which is the 17th, instead of the usual second Sunday of the month due to a church social on that day.

Youth Leader Helen Zabransky gave a report on the youth club and its many activities.

President Zabransky thanked everyone for coming and those who helped with preparing the meal, donating food, and in any other way.

Refund checks were given out and the meeting adjourned.

Door prize winners were: Ladies — Delores Holy; Men — Albert Kahanek; youth — Roxanne Svetlik.

The youth club's money-making project winners were: 1. Kim Drozd, box of groceries 2. Mrs. John Holy, barbecue grill 3. Sandra Voskamp, cooking oil 4. Marlyn Sevcik, detergent 5. Alfonse Holy, sugar Entertainment for the afternoon was provided 'by the youth club and refreshments were served. Playing dominoes and visiting with everyone was also enjoyed. The day was a success.

Our next meeting will be held Sunday, Sept. 17th (the third Sunday), at the Grand Bldg, beginning at 2 p.m. August and September birthdays will be honored. Refreshments and lunch will be served.

Hope to see you there!

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter SPJST --

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Dear Readers, Next meeting will be Sept. 13th, at 8 p.m. Please make an effort to attend the meetings and participate in our activities.

Arleen Cabla Reporter

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8 LODGE NO. 135, ENNIS Dear Members: Our lodge has scheduled an annual dinner at 12 noon Sunday, Sept. 10th. Prizes will be given away and a cake walk will also be held. Members, please bring a salad and pastry for this occasion.

Immediately following the meal Lodge 135's monthly meeting will take place.

Every member of the lodge is asked to kindly make an extra effort to attend this affair.

Fraternally, Mary Laznovsky Secretary - SPJST — LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND Dear Members and Friends: How are all of you these long hot summer days? It has been a long hot and dry summer and it looks like it will stay with us for a while yet. We haven't had any rain in these parts since the 13th day of June; just a few sprinkles.

We had our regular Lodge No. 80 meeting Sunday, Aug. 6th, beginning at 2 p.m. The president of the lodge called the meeting to order.

The minutes of the July meeting were adopted as read by Secretary A. Martinets.

Roll call of officers showed all present except Treasurer Latham.

All committees gave their reports at this meeting.

Also, at this meeting, it was discussed to purchase 20 additional acres next to the hall property in order to have more parking space.

The property committee is in charge of this project.

I have just been informed that our President David Ivicic has resigned his position as president.

I have no details as to why he resigned.

Due to the small attendance at this meeting, there was not much business to transact.

Our next meeting will be held the second Sunday in September, which falls on the 10th, beginning at 2 p.m.

The officers of Lodge 80 and myself would like to see a good turnout at this meeting; there are several important issues to be discussed and acted on, so make it a point to come and voice your opinion.

Fraternally, Joe Barabas, Jr. Reporter

MORE VISITORS — L to R: Sister Rena Ordener and Brother John Ordener, members of Lodge 176, Houston Northwest, who reside in Kenedy, and Sister Carrie Veselka and Brotier Frank Veselka, past District VII director of Corpus Christi.

THE DIXIE POLKA KINGS — a nine-piece group from ), , t Worth who entertained superbly at the grand opening celebration in Burleson.

LODGE NO. 176, HOUSTON NORTHWEST Dear Members: John and I attended the grand opening of Lodge No. 180, The Good Life, in Burlington, and what a grand opening! Everyone was so nice and welcomed all of us who attended this event. Their food was delicious. SL President Nick and Sister Dorothy Morris seemed pleased with this opening; they looked happy and full of fun. SL Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska and family, and SL Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, Jr., and family all seemed • to enjoy the afternoon.

We met the new SL vice presi-

dent-designate, Brother Bernie Gebala, and he is a doll! It was so nice that it was possible for all their families to be there.

As we entered this beautiful building, the first person to greet us was State Field Manager Silas Smith, who introduced us to the new field manager, Brother Eugene McBride and his wife. We spoke with Sister Jeanette Smith later.

Editor Rudy and Sister Maxine Sefcik were on hand to take pictures and obtain information for the Vestnik.

We met the president of Lodge 180, Brother Dennis Barabas, and Vice President Jerry Janek.

Wednesday, September 6, 1978 The speakers of the afternoon's program were enjoyable — SL President Nick Morris, Lodge 180 President Dennis Barabas, SPJST District III Director Sid Pokladnik, SPJST District III Sales Repr. Alvin Nesuda, Mayor Robert Ables of Burleson, and C of C Director Bill Spurgin. We can understand why Mayor Ables was re-elected, and no one else could have done better than Bill Spurgin. It was appreciated that these people took time out from their busy lives to come speak to us.

During the evening we also met two couples from Lodge 92 whom we had met while at their lodge in June, and one couple that we met at Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi.

The Beseda dancers from Dallas and West were enjoyed and a free dance followed in the afternoon.

Everyone enjoyed the good music to The Dixie Polka Kings of Fort Worth. Before we departed from the new building, it wr.s nice to have a chat with some of the Supreme Lodge officers.

Oh! Rudy Sefcik sang a lovely song: "Musicians Come and Play," in both Czech and English, with the band.

John and I then went to Fort Worth to spend the night with his brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ordener. We drove back to Kenedy Sunday afternoon following a delicious meal with Charles and Hilda Ordener, and felt we had spent a worthwhile weekend.

I must not fail to mention that District VII Director Bob Bayer and his lovely wife, Polly, of Floresville, were also present at the grand opening.

Fraternally, John and Rena Ordener Goodwill Ambassadors SPJST

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON' BIRTHDAY CLUB SISTERS Dates to Remember: Wednesday, Sept. 6 — Game party and luncheon Wednesday, Sept. 13 — Game party meeting and luncheon A thought: The most important element in success is economy — economy of money and time.

All of you come to our luncheons, you are welcome!

Lillian Finn Reporter

9 BITS OF NEWS FROM LODGE 88 had many requests to have the Czech inscription in my Aug. 23 letter translated into English, so with the help of my dictionary I will try to do the best I know how.

Te cesty lidstva ku spaseni, to jeSte dlouho konec nevi, a neZ se lidstva pouto sdrti je treba je gte stale vetSich smrti The road to mankind's salvation Has yet a long way to end Before mankind's shackles crumble Constantly greater deaths are yet necessary.

If corrections are in order I can stand them.

Our Friday dance, Aug. 25th, with good music by Nick Navarro entertained a fair crowd dressed according to specified dress code (formal). Hosting the dance was Milert Antrich, in charge, and holding the box office, his wife, Evelyn, in a white formal adorned with a pink carnation; Benny Kocich escorted the guests and his wife, Stacie, in a blue chiffon, greeted the guests with Evelyn.

The dance Saturday, Aug. 26th, with polka music by the Texas Dutchmen was enjoyed by polka music lovers. Host Gene Barcak was in charge; his spouse, Georgie, in aqua chiffon and Pat Neskorik, in light blue chiffon, looked lovely.

Bill Neskorik held the box office.

Bill and Pat didn't mind helping out on their 15th wedding anniversary, which was that day, Aug. 26th. Both of you are good sports.

Sister Betty Jean Slovacek of Virginia Beach, Va., winged down to Houston to visit her mother, Irene Slovacek, for eight days before she will begin her 14th year of teaching English. Last year she was honored as "Virginia Beach's Teacher of the Year." That made us very proud to claim her at 88.

Betty Jean, in her teens, was very active in the youth club; now she lives too far to take any part in lodge activities, but she does visit with us when she is in Houston.

While here she spent most of her time with 1Ter mother and, of course, shopping and seeing relatives. Was nice seeing you; you always were beautiful and you still are, and more so.

A heavenly vacation was enjoyed by three couples in Acapulco, Mexico. Brother Milton Elolf and wife, Gladys with friends of La Grange,

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Andy and Rusty Heselmeyer, Les and Mary Blume experienced a wonderful time. While there they took a cruise on beautiful Acapulco Bay surrounded with mountains clustered with beautiful mansions owned by famous and rich people.

They held their breath witnessing the high dive, the Flying Astex Spectacular. At the fantastic Acapulco Princess Hotel they enjoyed an interesting stage production and visited the Convention Center which is open to the public the year around. They were on the go from sunset to early dawn with a quick bit of shuteye and then off again. They met with many honeymooners; this place is the ideal spot for newlyweds. They just did not have enough time to take in all the interesting places.

A two-week vacation just ended for Bill and Evelyn Vornsand; they arrived from California Aug. 24th. They waved goodbye to Houston Aug. 12th and their first stop was famous Las Vegas; for three days they enjoyed the night life and the miracle of machines with a lot of promises to win, took in the Mac Davis .show and saw the sights of the famous city. From Las Vegas to Eureka, Calif., to visit with Evelyn's cousin and childhood friends Tony and Irene Loika Cross. They took them, for four days, to experience fishing for salmon and tuna, which was fun.

They attended the garden wedding of Debbie, the niece of Tommy and Irene Cross. The wedding took place outside in the beautiful Redwood Park and was very unusual.

They visited several wine tasting places at Napa Valley, Calif., and almond and olive orchards in the San Jacquin, Valley, but the most memorable moment for them was to visit St. Joseph's Cathedral in Fresno, where Bill and Evelyn were married in October, 1944, 34 years ago. With many memories they spent a whole day brousing through Fresno. Now they are at home relaxing.

Brother and Sister Marceil Malak celebrated their silver wedding anniversary of 25 years, Aug. 26th, at Lodge 88 in the nicely decorated Chandelier Ballroom with white tablecloths and pink carnations on each table and large flower arrangements and candelabra on the wedding party table. Hundreds of invited guests enjoyed the lovely

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couple's happiness. All of the ori- youth room, coffee, tea and pastry bases on balls, and struck out 2 ginal wedding party members were were served to the waiting custom- batters. Roy showed outstanding present. Anton Levien, best man, ers. Of course, a voluntary donation potential on the mound and is now Jean Wagner maid of honor; Syl- was offered for this special serv- ready to be an outstanding pitcher vester Malak, groomsman, Nina Fay ice to help along with the project. next season. Although we outhit Again, we bow our heads in sad- our opponents, we didn't bunch the Levien, bridesmaid; Wallace Meiner, ring bearer, Lois Marie Henson, ness in the passing of our lodge hits at the right time and left flower girl, was not present. In the sister, Annie Vrla, Aug. 21st, 1978, runners stranded on base nearly receiving line the lovely bride wore at the age of 87 years. Sister Annie every inning, so we just didn't an ecru chiffon with lace trimmed Vrla was a devoted lodge member; score. gown. She looked like stepping out she always extended a helping Hitters for the game included of a fashion plate. Of course, the hand when needed while her Jerry Zabojnik with a double and a groom was, and is handsome. Their health permitted. Even with her single; Don Jarma, a single; Galen ill health for the past year she Lindsey, a walk; Roy Andrews, a only daughter, Arlene, wore an offwhite lace tiered gown which was would visit the lodge at different single; Dan Palm, a single, and very becoming. At 4 p.m. refresh- occasions and she was a devoted Don Lennox with a single. By losments and the music by Tannen- Birthday Club sister, since 1946. In ing we had to play again at 8:30 berger's orchestra was enjoyed. At her younger days, Sister Annie p.m., immediately following our 6 p.m. Helen Hegwood, with her wrote regularly each week to the first game loss. golden voice, sang "The Lord's Vestnik and her humorous articles We played Hampton Place, and Prayer" accompanied by Naomi were well received. Her passing although it is my opinion that we Spencer. The invocation was given will be mourned by lodge brothers have a stronger team, this night

by Noel Kennedy, a nice buffet and sisters and many friends. Sis- we didn't because we lost by a score dinner was served and followed by ter Annie Vrla is survived by two of 6 to 4. Ralph Stauss started on six lovely young ladies serving the sons, Calvin and Allan Orsak and the mound and hurled a very credwedding cake: Debra and Linda daughter-in-law Florence who itable game, good enough normally Wehring, Vivian Hegwood, Donna worshipped her, and four grand- to win, but it seemed that they got Zingelmann, Jan Malak, and Susan children and four great-grand- all the breaks. After hurling 2 2/3 Levien. Best wishes and happy children. She was laid to rest Aug. innings, Lionel Schulz relieved years ahead. It was a lovely af23rd, 1978 in the White Cemetery Stauss and managed to hold the fair. at Crosby. She will be missed; may Hampton Place team in check the rest of the game; what hurt was A surprise birthday party was she rest in peace.

Fraternally, the lack of hitting by our players. given for Jeff Elzner on his 16th Frances Olexa We had the bases loaded and a birthday, Aug. 26th, by his mother, - SPJST — base hit could have tied or won the Wanda Kennedy. It was a lively LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS game, but we couldn't produce a party around the lodge swimming SOFTBALL TEAM REPORT hit. pool, with friends and youth club members. Grandpa and Grandma Dear Brothers and Sisters: Hitters were: Galen Lindsey, Joe Elzner proudly enjoyed the with a home run and a single; This report covers the results of party from the side line, with ham- our last tournament, the ASA, held Lionel Schulz, 2 singles; Mark burgers, cake and home-made ice at Kiest Park in Dallas during the Winkler, a single and a walk; Dan cream. They all had a blast of a week of Aug. 7th through 11th.

Palm, a single; Jerry Zabojnik, a good time.

We played our first game Mon- single and a walk and Don Jarma, Directors of the Hlahol Dramatic day night, Aug. 7th at 8:30 p.m., a single. This game closed our seaClub selected an English play to be against East Grand No. 2 and we son and we will put the equipment presented at Lodge No. 88 some- won by a score of 10 to 0, in five away until next spring. times in the near future. No date innings. Lionel Schulz hurled a 2Although we didn't win a league has been set yet, but Harriette Allihitter, walked 3, and struck out 7 trophy this season, we managed to son, was busy giving out parts to batters in a real outstanding per- finish in fourth place in the City the selected cast for the comedy, formance on the mound. Also the and this isn't bad and I feel we "The Eager Miss Beaver." had a real swell group of fellows team played flawless ball afield.

The Blue Room special for SepHitters were: Jeff Burton with 3 on the team and we were a tough tember is featuring all sour drinks singles and a sacrifice hit; Don opponent for whomever we played.

I enjoyed managing and coachfor 95c; you get service with a Jarma, 2 doubles; Jerry Zabojnik, smile in a cozy atmosphere; come 2 singles; Galen Lindsey, a single; ing this year's team because we Don Lennox, a double and a single; had lots of fun; our only regret out and see for yourself.

The youth of Lodge No. 88 per- Mark Winkler, a double and Lionel was that we didn't win a trophy, thus providing a steak dinner this formed a commendable act Satur- Schulz with a base-on-balls. day, Aug. 26th to help raise money Game No. 2 was played Wednes- season. Now we will have to settle for the Jerry Lewis Telethon. About day night, Aug. 9th, at 7 p.m., a- for "crow" (hopefully chicken) at 30 youngsters formed a precision gainst Auto Crossroads, the team our annual awards 'banquet dinner line to wash cars. They were on that won the tournament, and al- to be held later in the year. the spot at 7 a.m. and served over though we played a real good game, The weekend of Aug. 18, 19 and a hundred customers. In the lobby we lost by a score of 4 to 0. Roy 20, our team journeyed to the Old they held a cake sale with lots of Andrews was the losing pitcher, al- Mill Creek Resort at Lake Texoma donated home-baked pastry. In the though he allowed only 4 hits, 6 for our annual fishing trip and

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Wednesday, September 6, 1978 some 15 fellows participated in most enjoyable weekend. We caught some fish, but nothing to brag about.

We wish to thank our sponsors, our mother lodge, all the members, and friends who made this season possible, and we are hopefully looking forward to having another great season next year.

Many thanks also to our editor for his support this season.

Fraternally, Ben Jarma Team Manager SPJST —

LODGE NO. 161, JOURDANTON Lodge La Parita No. 161, Jourdanton will hold its quarterly meeting on Sunday, Sept. 10th, at 11:30 a.m., at the Civic Center in Jourdanton.

After the meeting we will have a free plate lunch.

Please call or write our Lodge 161 president, Brother Donald Valchar, Pleasanton, 569-3686, for reservations for the plate lunch.

See you all at the meeting.

Fraternally, Joe Juricek Vice President SPJST — LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Dear Members: Our third annual celebration will be held Sunday, Sept. 10th at Round Top Hall. The various committees and chairmen have been appointed Chairmen of these committees will be seeking additional help and are to notify those members. Any member who has been overlooked and wishes to volunteer his services should see the president. His help would be appreciated.

Posters have been printed and will be distributed in business places. We are looking forward to a large attendance; so we are all striving to do our utmost to make this event enjoyable and entertaining to members and guests alike.

The country store should be of real interest, having a great variety of items which will be auctioned off later in the afternoon. Each lodge member is requested to bring something to place in this country store. In addition, it will be deeply appreciated for each lodge member to bring a cake, pie, or cookies that can be sold at the noon meal and throughout the remainder of the evening.

The noon meal will consist of

chicken and sausage barbecued with all the trimmings. The evening will be filled with a great variety of entertainment, including a dance.

Fraternally, Edith Pfeiffer Reporter - SPJST — LODGE NO. 175, FORT BEND Dear Members and Readers: Our next regular business meeting will be held on the second Tuesday, Sept. 12th, at 7:30 p.m.

Please be assured that all booking and premium service will be attended to as usual.

Milton J. Vyvial President SPJST — LODGE NO. 79 and SOKOL CORPUS CHRISTI Dear Members: The next meeting will be held Thursday, Sept. 14th at 7 p.m. for Lodge 79, and for Sokol meeting at 8 p.m.

Fraternally yours, John Stasa - SPJST LODGE NO. 173, GALVESTON Dear Brothers and Sisters: There will be a monthly meeting next Month on Sunday, Sept. 10th, at 4 p.m., at the KC Hall, 501 Delaney Road, in La Marque. I will be looking forward to seeing all of you at the September meeting.

Fraternally, Alvin J. Sefcik President - SPJST — LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN Dear Members of Lodge 39: Please be advised that in our September meeting I will present the information that I have collected so far on the history of our lodge. If any of you know of important things in the history of our lodge, please contact me or bring it to our September meeting.

I will read what I have and if nothing is added, I will mail it to the Supreme Lodge.

Some of the old minutes I could not read because they are written in Czech and even though I can read Czech I cannot make out the writing, so there is a gap in the history of our lodge that needs to be written about. I am not old enough to remember. Perhaps some of you original families could add information to what I have. Please come to our next meeting if you

are at all interested in the history of our lodge.

Fraternally yours, Matejka President - SPJST DISTRICT III MEETING Election of District HI Rest Home Director At the District III meeting Sept.

24th, 1978, there will be an election of the rest homes director.

Fraternally, Barbara Jean Hykel District III Secretary SPJST

LODGE NO. 133, SAN ANTONIO TO CELEBRATE 61st ANNIV. Dear Members: Lodge 133 of San Antonio will celebrate its 61st anniversary with a party. The party will be held Sunday, Oct. 15th, at the new Navajo Building, located at Comanche Park on Rigsby Ave., in San Antonio.

Beginning at 2 p.m. there will be a dinner served; from 5 to 7 p.m., slides of Czechoslovakia and Poland will be shown, plus tables will be set up for those wishing to entertain themselves with Taroky and dominoe games.

Dinner will consist of one-half a barbecued chicken with all the trimmings and homemade kolache, strudel, etc. All refreshments will be free while it lasts. The price for adults will be $2.75 and for children $1.75 (under 12 years of age).

Tickets may be bought from any member and you may also contact Brother Emil Matula, 303 Gayle Ave., San Antonio; Sister Viola Mazac, 1431 Steve Ave., San Antonio; D. F. Netek, 3907 Skylark, San Antonio or phone me at 5323916.

Remember, you must have a ticket to enter the building because they are very limited; we only will sell 200 tickets.

We hope to have a good response from the membership and we feel assured that it will be worth your time to celebrate with us. To all the members of our local lodge, do come out and enjoy the afternoon with your fraternal brothers and sisters; together we can do a lot; without you we are limited.

For further information call D. F. Netek at 532-3916.

Fraternally, D. F. Netek Chairman

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LODGE NO. 66, WACO Dear Members: Remember our game nights each Sunday at 7:30 p.m. and our regular Saturday night dances with Music to suit everyone. We need your support to make these events successful. Bring your friends and take a tour of our hall and see the `changes made. I think you will be surprised and pleased with the changes at Linden Hall. We will be looking for you so come out and enjoy yourself with us.

Our September meeting will be Sunday, Sept. 17th with a noon meal. Watch the Vestnik for complete details.

Fraternally, Annie Hanus English Reporter - SPJST LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS The regular lodge meeting of Sept. 12th will be the last meeting at which our president, Gene McBride will preside as lodge president. He and his family will be moving to Temple, where he will assume his duties as state field manager for the Supreme Lodge, SPJST. We want all of our members to attend this meeting in order to show our respect and appreciation for the many years that Brother McBride has so faithfully and loyally served as our president.

We also want to wish him much success and happiness in his new undertaking. Cake and punch will be served after the business meeting.

Oct. 14th the lodge will have a free dance for the members of Lodge 25. Music will be provided by the Czech Harvesters. Members will be admitted free and visitors and guests will be charged the usual admission. Members must pay local dues in order to maintain mem bership status.

The Planning Committee is busy with plans for additional floor space to our present building facilities.

Fraternally yours, Alvin Nesuda Secretary SPJST —

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Dear Members: We will have dances on Friday nights, beginning Sept. 8th, after the football games and lasting no later than 1 a.m. The kitchen will be open then. Music will be on

tapes.

Starting Sept. 2nd, the new time for our dances will be from 8 to 12 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 1st, skating will be resumed, beginning at 3 p.m.

'Til next time .. .

Fraternally, Sue Page - SPJST — LODGE NO. 54, WEST The third quarterly lodge meeting of Lodge 54 is rapidly approaching and it is time again to remind each of you about the date of the meeting which will be Sept. 10th, beginning promptly at 3 p.m., with a social following the meeting.

May we count on your attendance again?

Maxine Sefcik Reporter - SPJST — LODGE NO. 117, ROBSTOWN Dear Members: Don't forget the Sept. 10th meeting which starts at 2:30 p.m. See you there!

Mrs. Helen Pavelka Secretary - SPJST --.CZECH CLASSES PLANNED FOR ALVIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE and MEMORIAL H.S. The ninth term of the Czech class at Alvin Community College is scheduled to begin Sept. 19th. Class Club officers met to formulate plans for the coming term. Great interest is being generated with some pre-registering because of encrochment due to visits to Czechoslovakia at that time. About 22 students have already expressed a desire to continue with the class. Of this number, four are newcomers.

Spring Branch Department of Continuing Education at Memorial High is beginning its fifth term of Czech study. The term starts Sept.

7th and closes after 14 weeks.

There are unbelievable variations of background and aptitude shown.

To compensate for this a new method of student-teacher coaches is being planned. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call the instructor at Houston: 723-1346.

We wish to invite anyone interested in learning more about the culture, history and language of our predecessors.

Na shledanou, W. E. Souchek Czech Instructor

FAMILY REUNIONS Svoboda Reunion The second annual reunion of the descendants of Vazlav and Barbora Poboril Svoboda will be held at the Seaton Community Center in Seaton on Sunday, Oct. 1st, 1978, beginning at 9 a.m. Each family is asked to bring a basket lunch with a family-style lunch served. Drinks, plates, forks, knives, napkins, and bread will be provided. We encourage all to come and join in the food and fellowship.

Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Shenkir Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Svoboda Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Andel * * Surovik-Nedbalek Reunion The annual Surovik-Nedbalek reunion will be held at the Nelsonville Hail in Nelsonville, Sunday, Sept. 17th, 1978. Each family is asked to bring a basket lunch with a family-style lunch served. Drinks, plates, and forks will be provided.

We encourage all to come and join in food fellowship.

Lillian Beasley Secretary-Treasurer SPJST -

BULLETIN BOARD District Meetings DISTRICT FALL MEETINGS The District III fall meeting will be held Sunday, Sept. 24th, at Lodge 35, Elk. * The District V Fall meeting will be held Sunday, October 8th, 1978 at Lodge 142, Houston. * * District VI fall meeting will be held Sunday, Oct. 15th at St. Joseph's Parish Hall in Inez, with Lodge No. 143, Inez, and Lodge No. 32, Victoria, as host and co-host. * * The District VII fall meeting will be held Sunday, Nov. 5th, with Lodge 185, New Braunfels hosting the meeting.

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FEA1 ORES GRAND OPENING AND DEDICATION OF THE NEW HOME OF LODGE NO. 180, BUR ESON "GOOD LIFE" --- AUGUST 26, 1978

SPEA ERS AT 11HE ICATION L to R: Mayor Robert 15 ,es, Supreme Lodge President Nick Morris, and Father Leon Flusche, who gave the invocation.

LODGE 180 OFFICERS AND OTRbR SPEAKEkiA L to It: Vice President Jerry Janek, President Dennis Barabas, District III Sales Representative Alvin Nesuda, and Chamber of Commerce Director Bill Spurgin.

Presiding Officer Jerry Janek REMARKS DELIVERED BY SEVERAL INDIVIDUALS AT THE OPENING AND DEDICATION OF THE NEW LODGE HOME OF SPJST LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON "DOBRY iIVOT" — "THE GOOD LIFE" ON SATURDAY, AUG. 26th, 1978.

Brother Morris: Thank you, Brother Janek!

By mutual agreement between the Planning Committee and me, it was decided to address a few

words to this assembly today in the language of our forefathers — the language that prevailed throughout our Society for so many years.

Na 2adost Utedniku a potadajiciho vYboru tadu 6. 180, bylo ajednano, abych dues promluvil v jazyku nagch budovateha-ptedku — jazyk, ktery byl pouiivan v naSich tadech po tak mnoho let.

Cteni bratti a sestry: Koneene jste se doekali zbudovani vageho stanku bratrskeho — spolkove si-

ne va§i, v nig schketi se budete, abychom pestovali svornost, bratrstvi a lidskost. Sin tato bude va:Sim chramem chramem, v nema pla nouti bude jasne svetlo osvety; chramem, v nem g elovek bude ven eloveku; chramem, v neing iokovy snimany budou s duchu spoutanYch a nahra govany zlatou paskou upkimneho bratrstvi; chra mem, v nenag srdce roznecovano bude givotodarnYm plamenem ky k blanimu; chramem, na jehog vystaveno bude jedine bog-

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District III Director Sid Pokladnik stvo, jea slove elove6enstvo. 6loveeenstvo bude v tomto chrarau vaeim bohem, jeho vzSrve,ni a pestovani bude vaelm nabozenstvim.

Jsem rad, ae jsme se vespolek znovu sesli, abychom uznali a poctili praci a vYkon snakivSTch bratril sester Radu 6. 180.

Bratti a sestry: Podejme si ruce, utvofme fetez jednety, kterS, 2adneho cizince neb Skudce med nerozdvoji. SpojenSrmi silami nejdale dojdeme.,Zalevejme koken nasi piIne Stepujme strom jeji a ona nam jeete diouho hojneho ovoce pfinese. Jeden za veech ny, veichni za jednoho!

Mae, dnes jste u cile prvniho spineneho pfani! Tato sin rovna se to nejnadhernejei bratrske sini v celem Texasu. Jste pracovali svorne a vytrvale a dilo to dnes ko runovano je aspechem. Tento dokonanST ein vas zaslouti si ficty a uznani kakleho elena nail. Jednoty. Buclit vain sin' tato stfedisko osvety, zdrojem narodni uvedomelost a sttediskein aglechtile zabavy. At' slouei k diobremu jmenu Vas vee)ch, nas echil americkSich, celeho tadu, naroda a vefejneho obecenstva.

Chci vas jeate upozorniti na one, krasna a pina hlubokeho vSrznamu slova Jana Kollarova, jerd zni: "Pracuj kaidS7 s pill usilornou Na nardda roll dediene, Cesty mohou byti rozliene, Jenom Will mejme vadycky stejnou."

V dfivete, ae nova tato sin akolu tomu dostoji, provolavam hfi-

GUESTS — At the first table were, front row, L to R: Gene McBride (the new field manager) with his wife and daughter, SL Vice Presidentdesignate Bernie Gebala, SL Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska, SL Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, Jr. Back row, L to R: State Field Manager Silas H. Smith, Jeanette Smith, Evelyn Gebala, Dorothy Mikeska, Wilma Nesuda. Other district directors present but not pictured included District II Director Henry Vitek, District VII Director Bob Bayer, with his wife Polly.

OUT-OF-TOWN MEMBERS attending the dedication in Burleson. First row: Sister Ella Woytek and husband Roy Woytek, president of Lodge 178, Round Rock. Middle row, Sister Jeanie Mason and Sister Mary Pavey.

Back row, L to R: Sister Mary Renfro and Sister Rose Steinman, all four ladies are from Lodge 154, Fort Worth. mave "Nazdar!"

Father Flusche, fellow members of the Supreme Lodge, officers and members of Lodge 180 Burleson, visitors, distinguished guests and friends: You have just heard the names of the members of the Supreme Lodge being called as they were escorted into this assembly. We are also pleased to have with us the wives of our directors and Supreme

Lodge officers, and I will ask them all to stand at one time and be recognized. We also have with us the editor of the Vestnik, Bro. Sefcik and his wife, and the State Field Managers Bro. Silas Smith and his wife and Bro. Gene McBride and his wife. I would like all of the latter to stand at one time and be recognized. Officers of the local lodge will be introduced and will speak shortly.

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ENNIS-WEST SUPPORTERS attending the Grand Opening of Lodge 180's new building — L to R: Youth Leader Willie Mae Schuetz (6), Sister Wilma Nesuda, a retired Dist. HI YC, Sister Lydia Dobecka (6), Sister Stella Perez (6). In the back is Brother Robert Dobecka, president of Lodge 6, Cottonwood.

Lodge 180 was organized on April 4th, 1976, in the parish hall of St. Ann's Catholic Church here in Burleson. State Field Manager Silas Smith presided at that meeting and District Director Brother Sid Pokladnik installed the officers, most of whom are still serving to this date. At that time; the members chose the designation "Dobd Zivot" which translated from the Czech means "The Good Life."

Numerous visits had been made to the Burleson area prior to this to talk with Bro. Dennis Barabas about becoming a sales representative and about organizing an SPJST lodge. These visits were made primarily by State Field Manager Silas Smith, Brother Sid Pokladnik, and District III Sales Representative Brother Alvin Nesuda.

Brother Pokladnik had visited with the members at the chureh, gave them considerable encouragement, and played a major role in establishing good relations between the church, its Pastor Fr. Flusche, and the members of the SPJST. The supportive role by Fr. Flusche, and his parishioners of St. Ann's in helping Lodge 180 "get on its feet" cannot be overstated. They were very helpful to Lodge 180 in the early days when the lodge had no place to meet for their meetings and other activities. For this, Fr. Flusche, I know that the officers

and members of Lodge 180 are truly grateful. We all thank you.

Lodge 180 was given its charter in ceremonies on the 21st of November 1976.

Supreme Lodge President Morris and Brother Pokladnik also visited the lodge on Oct. 10th, 1976 and May 19th, 1977 regarding the possible construction of a new lodge home and showed pictures and slides of other SPJST lodge buildings. In the early part of this year, the officers and committees of the lodge got to work in earnest, had selected a suitable site and approved construction plans for the structure, culminating in groundbreaking ceremonies being held on April 1st of this year. Construction officially started on March 24th, 1978 and was completed on or about Aug. 15th, 1978. The building measures 100 x 150 feet with attached bathrooms on the sides. There are 16,400 square feet in the entire building, with seating capacity in the main ballroom for 600 persons.

There is a youth room, a large meeting room near a modern kitchen, ballroom and stage. Financing for this project is being provided by the Supreine Lodge of the SPJST, with the interim financing by the First National Bank of Joshua, Don Standley, president.

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Contractor for the project was

Mayor of Burleson Robert Ab OS

Bill Spligin

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16 L. 0. Bentley and Associates of ,Joshua„ with Richard Lowe as construction superintendent. The Land and Building Committees invested much of their time and energies in the entire project and their names are listed on the front of the program that you received at the door today. Among those who contributed a great deal of time and work in this project are President Dennis Barabas, for his many hours in assuming the challenge of organizing, increasing the membership of the lodge, and in the construction of this hall; Mike Hejl, who has served as chairman of the Land Committea; Jerry Janek, who has served as chairman of the Building Committee; Bill Slavik and George Peterson, architects, Many members invested much of their personal time in the project, including Bob Smajstrla, Kenneth Krivanek and Leroy Hampton. Al Johnson made and donated the indoor flag stands and the outdoor flagpole. Bill Butler donated the outdoor flags, both state and national. Today we see the completed structure — the fourth to be dedicated in the SPJST so far this year!

New members in Lodge 180 have been secured by Dennis Barabas, Jerry Janek, Bill Hammons, Leroy Hampton, Clyde Parnell and Wayne Duke. Current lodge membership stands at 225, and I have every hope that this number will increase appreciably in the coming weeks and months.

My dear brothers and sisters of Lodge 180, you have traversed some difficult times within the last few months and you should rejoice at this achievement that surrounds us here today. All of us know that it has not been easy; at times, the task seemed to be impossible and the end far out of sight. But you have been successful. You have worked hard and you deserve to take pride in your achievements.

Much lies ahead of you — more hard work, but also a lot of joy and satisfaction in doing what you can for your fellow man. All of this adds up to one thing — work. And, while you go about your tasks and obligations, you may again face the uncertainties and the doubts of success, and here I am reminded of a poem by an unknown author entitled "Don't Quit". I would like to close with today.

"Don't Quit" When things go wrong, as they Sometimes will, When the road you're trudging seems all up hill, When the funds are low and the debts are high And you want to smile, but you have to sigh, When care is pressing you down a bit, Rest, if you must — but don't you quit.

Often the goal is nearer than It seems to a faint and faltering man, Often the struggler has given up When he might have captured the victor's cup.

And he learned tuo late, when the night slipped down, How close he was to the golden crown.

Success is failure turned inside out, The silver tint of the clouds of doubt — And you never can tell how close you are, It may be near when it seems afar; So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit — It's when things seem worst that you mustn't quit.

Deo gratias — Thanks be to God! May peace be with you, this day and always.

Lodge No. 180 President Dennis Barabas: Distinguished members of our Supreme Lodge, fellow members of the SPJST, honored guests, ladies and gentlemen: Today the SPJST spotlight is on our Lodge 180, Dad Zivot (The Good Life) of Burleson. It is indeed our honor to have you join us in celebration of the grand opening and dedication of our new lodge hall. A dream has come true for us and we have so very many to thank for this. We've come a long way but we know we have a long way to go.

We are gifted with having many hard-working, dedicated people who share the excitement of striving toward our goal of making Lodge 180 an intricate and vital factor in the enrichment of our lives and our community.

At this time, I will introduce to you our Lodge 180 officers, committee members, and others in key positions. As I call your name,

please stand and I will ask that a p

-plausebwithldunIhave recognized them all.

First, our Officers: Dennis Barabas — president Jerry Janek — vice president Sandra Barabas — secretary (and acting youth leader) Mary Ann Krivanek -- financial secretary Leroy Hampton — treasurer Bill Slavik — flag bearer Board of Trustees (in charge of the hall and grounds) Jerry Janek chairman and bar co-chairman Bob Srnajstrla — vice chairman and bar co-chairman Mike Hejl — secretary and floor co-chairman Bill Hammons — acting treasurer Leroy Hampton — ticket chairman Hilbert (Sonny) Scheler — ticket co-chairman George Rippin — floor co-chairman Mary Ann Krivanek kitchen vice-chairman Wayne Duke — kitchen chairman Bill Slavik — grounds chairman Truman Butler — advertisement chairman Dennis Barabas — hall rental chairman, entertainment booking chairman, bar co-chairman Entertainment Committee: Dennis Barabas (acting chmn.)

Eugene Holacka Carole Slavik Norma Durbin Mary Ann Krivanek Mary Hejl Sandra Barabas Bob Smajstrla Audit Committee: Gordon Cox, chairman Clyde Parnell Bill Hammons Jerry Janek Dennis Barabas Land Committee: Mike Hejl, chairman Jerry Janek Buz Tankersley Bill Hammons Clyde Parnell Bill Slavik Leroy Hampton Eugene Holacka Dennis Barabas Building Committee: Jerry Janek, chairman Mike Hejl Bob Smajstrla Mary Ann Itrivanek

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Wednesday, September 6, 1978 Milada Heji Eugene Holacka Sandra Barabas Bill Slavik George Rippin Dennis Barabas Resolution Committee: Mary Ann Krivanek, chairman Carole Slavik Rules & Regulations Committee: Jerry Janek Bob Smajstrla Mary Ann Krivanek Dennis Barabas, chairman Sunshine Committee: Doris Smajstrla Reporter: Mary Ann Krivanek Historian: Milada Hejl There are many other hardworking members without titles that I wish I could recognize here but time does not permit me to do so. Let's give a big hand to these outstanding fraternalists.

In closing, I would like to relate to a story I once heard. A grandfather and his grandson were helping plant trees at a church beautification project. The grandfather decided to plant a few pecan nuts.

The grandson said, "Grandpa, pecans grow so slow you won't ever get to eat any of them. Why are you planting them?" The grandfather replied, "Son, I have enjoyed eating pecans all my life that somebody planted; now we will plant for others to enjoy."

Many of us have enjoyed the fruits of our SPJST Lodge throughout the state for years that our forefathers handed down to us.

Now we have "planted" ours. I hope we will enjoy our hall for many years to come. Thank you.

District Director Sid Pokladnik: Mr. Chairman, Brother Jerry Janek, Father Flusche, Mayor Robert Ables, Chamber of Commerce Director Mr. Bill Spurgin, Officers of the Supreme Lodge, officers of neighboring lodges and societies, sisters, brothers, and friends: It is a great honor and privilege to participate in these grand opening ceremonies of your new and beautiful lodge home which I sincerely believe will be a great center of fraternal activity for SPJST families and friends in this community.

My association with this new

lodge hall dates from its very beginning. It has been a joy to work with the local membership, to see their dreams realized. It has been a Labor of Love, that is true, but anything Worthwhile is worth working for.

In my work as district director I worked closely with the local officers and committees, and their enthusiasm was unexcelled and truly an inspiration. The results of their enthusiasm and dedication is for all of us to see today.

As we celebrate today — this fulfillment of a dream — I would remind each of us of the foresight and fraternal bonds which bound the founders of our Society together many years ago. They knew that in union there was STRENGTH, and united together they have accomplished for more than they could have ever thought possible.

Today we have over $118,000,000 in life insurance in force, $25,000,000 in assets, with an A-1 rating and $126-plus for every $100 in liabilities.

Today, SPJST numbers its members well over 50,000 and its activities are statewide. It has broadened its fraternal activities to include the entire family.

To name a few of these activities, I would list our statewide youth program, our educational scholarship program, our homes for the aged and numerous other fraternal activities on local and district levels.

Your lodge is blessed with great leadership. Your membership is dedicated, so, I am confident of the future success of Lodge 180, Good Life — DobrY Zivot. I was impressed that in your opening ceremonies you began your dedication with a presentation of the flag of our country. Our allegiance to this flag must never falter, never waiver.

I would remind you that Good Life Lodge is like a chain, each link is so necessary; each member is so important. In closing, Mr. President of Lodge 180, Dennis Barabas, officers, and members of Good Life Lodge, my wife Justine and I salute and congratulate you upon this great achievement, and wish for you happiness and success in this beautiful new home.

DSR Alvin Nesuda: I suppose that everyone loves to see his name in print. I certainly

am no exception. However, I was somewhat overwhelmed when I picked up the Sunday edition of the Ennis Daily News and the headline at the top of the first page said that Alvin Nesuda was to speak at new SPJST Lodge at Burleson dedication. The only superceding billing was the quake that jolted San Diego. Of course, down in the small print of the article it mentioned that Nick A. Morris, president of the Supreme Lodge, would also appear on the program, along with Father Leon Flusche, Dennis Barabas, Said Pokladnik, Burleson Mayor Robert Ables, and Chamber of Commerce Director Bill Spurgin. It is needless for me to say that the editor of the Ennis Daily News, Floyd Casebolt, is a very dear friend of mine.

As district sales representative I share with you, the officers and members of Lodge 180, a feeling of pride in your accomplishments here in Burleson. For you, the officers and sales representatives, it has been a long hard struggle to build up the interest and willingness of a group of people large enough to warrant the building of a home for your lodge. I assure you that your efforts were not spent in vain because Lodge 180 will stand out as a living monument to your efforts.

Your children will look to your lodge with a feeling of pride that their parents were instrumental in building this organization. I know this to be true because that is the feeling I have about Lodge 25 in Ennis because my father and two of my uncles were among the nine charter members back in 1897.

This lodge was organized in 1976 and Lodge 178 in Longview was organized the year before that. Prior to these two lodges it was more than 50 years that the area of District III celebrated the organization of a new lodge. District III is making progress and you people here in Burleson are doing your share. We wish you every success in your beautiful new home and that you may become one of the fastest growing lodges in the state.

Burleson Mayor Robert Ables: Thank you, Jerry!

President Barabas, officers of Lodge 180, ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, kinfolks, creditors, and those of you who have eaten too much, it is certainly a pleasure for me to be with you again. I have been with you

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18 during the ceremonies of the formation of SPJST Lodge 180 and at the ground-breaking ceremonies for this beautiful building.

Here we are today to dedicate this beautiful edifice to the benefit of the members of this lodge, to the benefit of this community, and to the benefit of all the people, young and old, that this lodge will help with your programs.

I compliment you on the job you have done and would like to welcome you to the family of organizations here in Burleson, Texas.

I know that the leaders of this lodge had a great many worries during the construction of this beautiful building. They have in a most admirable way solved any problems that they might have had.

It is truly an impressive structure.

The hospitality I have received each time I have visited with you has been outstanding. You know what hospitality is — that's the art of making people want to stay without interfering with their departure.

But we all have things to worry about. We worry about such things as inflation, polities, business, growing old. We worry about things we've done that our conscience won't let us forget and many other things. If a person wants to worry he can certainly find something to worry about, but worry is not very healthy for us.

Take inflation for instance — the number one problem in this country. You know money can't buy love, happiness, health or even *hat it did last year. Our takehome pay buys less and less. Do you know why they call it takehome pay? Because there's no other place you can afford to go with it.

We save and save and our money loses value and we become miserly.

A miser isn't much fun to live with, but he makes a wonderful ancestor.

So that's inflation and you can worry about it if you want too.

We also worry about politics; who is in office that shouldn't be there and who's out that should be in.

You know what Robert Louis Stevenson said about politics — he said "That politics is perhaps the only profession for which no preparation is thought necessary." Looking at It from the politicians' side, they have their problems, too.

You know the trouble with being a leader today is that you can't

be sure whether people are following you or chasing you. That reminds me of a candidate for a state office once that was to address an audience in a packed hall. He stepped up to the microphone with a very toothy smile. "I'm truly delighted to see this dense crowd gathered here tonight to support my candidacy," he announced. A voice from the back of the hall shouldn't, "Don't be too delighted; we ain't that dense." So politics give us something to worry about.

In business we worry about overhead, meeting the next payroll, advertising our product or service, what employees might quit and go into competition with us, and whether we have the proper communication among everyone in the business. I've heard that there are three people in any business that you can find out answers to your questions. The business executive knows something about everything; the technician knows everything about something, and the switchboard operator knows everything.

We worry'about growing old and one of the nicest things about growing old is finding your children crossing the generation gap to our side.

Man was given a conscience to keep him from going wrong. Animals have no conscience so they don't worry. They do what comes natural.

A doctor friend of mine related a story to me one day about a patient of his that came to see him.

He told the doctor, I've been misbehaving, Doc, and my conscience is troubling me. I can't sleep, I can't eat, and I'm losing weight."

The doctor asked, "Do you want something that will strengthen your will power?" "Well no," said the fellow, "I was thinking of something to weaken my conscience."

Worry does not help our bodies and it doesn't help our minds. To have a healthy body we must have good food such as we have had here today. To have a healthy mind we must have good thoughts, a positive attitude and not worry.

If we exercise our mind properly and feed it, we will have a more successful and happier life.

In closing, I would like to feed you some food for thought. I hope you will think about some of these.

The greatest sin — Fear The best day — Today

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The biggest fool — The youth who will not go to school The best town — Where you succeed The most agreeable companion — One who would not have you any different than you are.

The great bore — One who will not come to the point A still greater bore — One who keeps on talking after he has made his point The greatest deceiver -- One who deceives himself The greatest invention of the devil — War The greatest secret of productiun — Saving waste The best work — What you like The best play — Work The cheapest, stupidest, and easiest thing to do — Finding fault The greatest comfort — Knowing that you have done your work well The greatest mistake — Giving up The most expensive indulgence — Hate The greatest trouble maker — One who talks too much The greatest stumbling block — Egotism The most ridiculous asset — Pride The worst bankrupt — The soul that has lost its enthusiasm The most dangerous person — The liar The most disagreeable person — The complainer The meanest feeling of which any human being is capable — Feeling jealous of another's success The cleverest man — One who always does what he thinks is right The greatest need — Common sense The greatest puzzle — Life The greatest mystery — Death The greatest thought — God The greatest, thing, bar none, in all the world — Love.

Thank you.

Chamber of Commerce Director Bill Spurgin: There is a great deal of personal pleasure in my welcoming the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas to Burleson. On behalf of the Burleson Area Chamber, I .bid you welcome.

I am delighted that your organization believes that the young are indeed the "fiber that the future is made of". As the principal of an elementary school, I share your op-

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Wednesday, September 6, 1978 timism. Many of our children do a better job of being children than parents do of being parents. All children need guidance, training, and, most importantly, an example.

They need living models to copy their lives after. Without sounding anti-intellectual, we must know that the real issues of life flow from the heart, not the head. Please do not misunderstand me; I am not trying to argue that we ought to substitute consecration for brains.

I believe in I.Q. and intellect and mind development. I just know that on a scale of ten points, brains don't deserve eight. We as teachers and parents must be the truth we speak.

We cannot teach one thing and believe another. We must share ourselves, not just our information.

We must not try to feed our children with long-handled spoons. We cannot teach what we don't know, or lead where we don't go.

I am somewhat apprehensive when our children learn that they as workers must negotiate contracts that allow them to come to work as late as they can, leave as early as they can, make as much as they can, and then sit on their cans.

Surely moral authority demands more of us. What has happened to the old adage: "A day's work for a day's pay?"

We must invest both time and money into our children. We must invest some of ourselves. It is our moral responsibility. We must teach our children right from wrong. It is imperative if it is to be salvation of our civilization. Thank you and welcome to Burleson! May your future here reflect your glorious past. * * Post-Dedication Observations: In his invocation, Father Flusche quoted Psalms 34, 127, and 133, all having to do with the strength and endurance of Man and his reliance on the Almighty and on the joys of Brotherhood.

After all the speakers had finished, and all of them had spoken to the point and befitting the occasion, Brother Janek made a number of announcements pertaining to the afternoon's activities and into the evening.

The Reseda Dancers from West and Dallas areas performed their numbers very well and were enjoyed by everyone. The music of the Dixie Polka Kings of Fort Worth rounded out the afternoon in prep-

MRS. JAMES VANDEN EYKEL aration for the evening dance by the country-western group, Rollin' With the Flow. I trust that the attendance was good for the evening dance.

The attendance for the dedication ceremonies was not too large, but satisfactory considering the fact that so many people still have to work a half day or all day on Saturday and are not ready for their socializing until late in the day. The ceremonies, however, were well executed, dignified, and appropriate to the occasion. The noon meal was excellent, thanks to the good members of Lodge 180 who had prepared it. The hall offered such beautiful surroundings that it made the entire day a most pleasant one. (We understand that the previous evening's dance with the Ernie Kucera Orchestra from Nebraska took place to a capacity crowd.)

Lodge 180 has now been officially launched and is on its way. We wish them luck!

Fraternally, Nick A. Morris -- SPAT

CATHY BRIDEWELL AND JAMES VANDER EYKEL ARE WED Miss Cathy Bridewell and James Vander Eykel were united in marriage Aug. 5th, at Highland Park United Methodist Church, Cox Chapel. The Rev. Steve Matthew officiated in the ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Bridewell of Dallas, and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Vanden Eykel of Colleyville.

Miss Linda Bridewell, sister of the bride, served as the maid of honor. David Ives served as best man for the groom.

After a wedding trip to Nassau, the couple will live in Dallas.

After the wedding ceremony the reception was held in the "Great Hall" of the church for family and friends.

The bride is a graduate of Adamson High School in Dallas, Texas Woman's University School of Nursing and is attending Texas Woman's University graduate school.

The groom is a graduate of Wheaton Central High School in Wheaton, Illinois; Drake Univer-

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The bride is a granddaughter of Mrs. Christine Zemanek of Blessing, and is a member of SPJST Lodge No. 84, in Dallas.

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7EZULKA-FILLA WEDDING Deborah Kristine Zezulka of Denver, Colorado, and Milton David Filla of Granger, exchanged wedding vows July 8th, 1978 at 3 p.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church in Taylor. Performing the ceremony were Father Albert Ruiz and Rev. Daniel Marek.

Wedding music was provided by Karen Simcik, organist and Joni Simcik, soloist.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Zezulka originally of Granger, but now living in Denver, Colorado. The groom is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leo B. Filla of Granger. Grandparents of the groom are the late Mr. and Mrs. Theresa Machu and Mr. Joe Machu. Grandparents of the bride are the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Zezulka and also the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zrubek, all of Granger.

MR. AND MRS. MILTON D. IFILLA Attending as maid of honor was Pat Melon. Bridesmaids were Cindy Zezulka, Rose Duhaime, Diane Ap- cut and had a V-neckline accented tion and dance was held at the plehans and Judy Poage, all from with blue velvet. The flower girl American Legion Hall in Taylor.

Colorado. The flower girl was Cyn- wore a long, short sleeve blue satin The Variety Playboys played for thia Raesz of Austin, a niece of the dress also accented with blue trim the dance. made by her mother to correspond After the dance the couple left groom.

Kim Rozacky of Granger was the with the attendants' dresses which on a brief trip and came back the groom's best man. Groomsmen were made by the bride and her following day for a gift opening were James Pekar, David Kerlin, sister Cindy. The maid of honor dinner held at the home of Mr. Mark Hajda of Granger and Duane carried a long stem rose with tiny and Mrs. Dan Filla. Attending the Tomek of Cameron. The ring blue and white flowers and red wedding party were close relatives bearer was Tommy Zezulka of streamers. The bridesmaids car- and friends. ried a single long stem rose with The newlyweds then said goodDenver, a nephew of the bride.

Danny Joe Filla of Taylor and red streamers. The flower girl car- bye to their family and attendants who came from Denver especially Dennis Pavel of Granger served as ried a basket of flower petals.

A long blue Empire cut dress for the wedding. After their wedcandlelighters and Albert Filla of Taylor, Gary Filla and Glen Pavel with a V-neck line and sheer ding trip to the coast, the couple of Granger and Elton Raesz of Aus- sleeves, was selected by the bride's will be making their home in tin, all nephews of the groom, per- mother. The bride's mother and Granger. grandmother also wore red rose formed usher responsibilities.

The bride is a 1978 early gradThe bride wore the traditional corsages. uate of Abraham Lincoln High The groom wore a white tuxedo School in Denver, and is presently long white wedding dress which ' with satin lapels and a white ruf- a housewife. was Empire cut and trimmed with lace and ruffles around the neck- fled shirt with blue trim.

The groom is a graduate of Groomsmen and ring bearer wore Granger High School, Temple Junline, sleeves and bottom. The long veil was also trimmed with lace. blue tuxedos with light blue ruf- ior College and also attended the She carried a, cascade boUquet of fled shirts.

University of Texas in Austin. He red roses offset by 'blue and white The 'bride's father, candlelight is, employed by HEB in Austin. flowers and streamers, also hidden ers, and ushers wore Ivory ithtectbg` -,The groom is a memtiOr of Lodge in her shoe was a sixpence. with light blue ruffled shirts. All No. 20, of Granger.

The maid of honor and brides- the men in the wedding wore red SPJST maids wore long blue sleeveless rose boutonnieres. satin dresses which were Empire Following the ceremony a recep-

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Mrs. Noel Kennedy. The bride and groom soloed the first dance to "Somewhere My Love," with the traditional parents' dance following. A gourmet buffet dinner of ham, turkey, finger steaks and all the trimmings was completed with a beautiful three tiered wedding cake and a Texas Longhorn grooms cake. Music for the evening was furnished by The Sounds of Nashville, and guests enjoyed refreshments throughout the evening.

The bride, a graduate of Waltrip Senior High, attended Sam Houston College and is employed at CocaCola Food Division.

The groom, a graduate of Waltrip Senior High, is an assistant manager for Johnson Supply Co. After honeymooning in Acapulco, the couple began their new life in a beautifully decorated apartment in Houston.

Both Lindsey and Kenny are active Lodge 88 members. Kenny is on the entertainment committee and for many years worked with the youth of Lodge 88. He is a third generation member of the Broz family, all members of the SPJST. SPJST

MR. AND MRS. KENNETH M. BROZ tin.

LUCAS-BROZ WEDDING Wearing rainbow colored dresses Saturday, July 1st, at 3 p.m., Miss Lindsey Elizabeth Lucas, of blue, yellow, peach, and lime, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William girls carried arm bouquets of Huff and the late Mr. Kenneth spring flowers and wore matching Lucas, became the bride of Mr. picture hats. The off shoulder Kenneth Michael Broz, son of Mrs. dresses were caped with flowing Rita Broz and Mr. Frank Broz. The chiffon.

Best man was John Broz, cousin wedding took place at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and was of- of the groom. Groomsmen were ficiated by Father Joseph Crosth- Mark Wahiberg, Bruce Lindemann, wait. The aisles and altar of the John Gardner, Ronnie Bennett, Bob church were decorated with cath- Munz, Lin Lesak, and Matt Lucas, edral candles, which illuminated brother of the bride. Ushers were Mark Wheeler and Craig Guidry. the double ring ceremony.

Carrying a bouquet of white or- Ring bearer was Paul Sofka. The chids, roses, and stephanotis, the groom wore an all white tuxedo bride was given in marriage by as did the ring bearer. Groomsher brother, Matt Lucas. The men wore matching pastel tuxedos bride's gown was of silk organza to coordinate with the bridesmaids.

Members of the houseparty inwith imported Alencon lace embroidered with pearls and sequins, cluded Vicki Hegwood, Lynn Lesak, which swept to a chapel length Kathy Mendoza, Cindy Wehring, train. Her finger tip veil was edged Delsie Cotton and Sharon Norris. with matching lace.

Mrs. Helen Hegwood sang "The Her maids of honor were her sis- Wedding Song," "Lord's Prayer," ter, Kathy Lucas and Lisa Guidry. "If," and "Sunrise, Sunset," accomHer matron of honor was Mrs. Jill panied by Mrs. Debbie Davis.

Duncan. Bridesmaids were Karen The reception was held at the Gardner, sister of the groom; Jode new Knights of Columbus hall on Elzner, Bobbie Munz, Kathy Pasket Whitney Drive. It began with a and Nancy Murdock. The flower- grand march of the wedding party girl was Jennifer Zaludek of Aus- and their families led by Mr. and

YOUTH SECTION Youth Activity Calendar STATE EVENTS: State Royalty 速 Sept. 30, Lodge No. 47, Seaton.

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From The District Youth Counselors DISTRICT I Dear Youth Club Members of District I: The District I Youth Club will have a disco dance Sunday, Sept.

10th at the Silver Wings Ballroom in Brenham. The dance will begin at 6:30 p.m. and go on until 10 p.m. Youth club members, youth leaders, and parent admissions will be paid by the district. If you would like to bring a guest, they will be charged $1 for their admission.

This activity was sugg'stecl by the youth who attended camp as a back-to-school activity, so let's have a good turnout and a lot of support for our district activities for the youth. We will all have a fantastic

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See you at the Silver Wings Ballroom with your disco fever breaking out everywhere on Sunday, Sept. 10th.

Fraternally, Melinda Wilson District I DYC SPJST

tters From The Youth LODGE NO. 50, EL CAMPO Dear Members, Lodge No. 50 El Campo youth will have their monthly meeting Sept.

20th at the home of Mrs. Dwight Holub, at 8 p.m. I hope to see everyone there.

Fraternally, Kim Vanek (8-28-78) President - SPJST LODGE NO. 66, WACO Dear Readers, With the end of summer growing near, the youth activities seem to be shortening. The next state youth function will be the Royalty Competition. This will be held Saturday, Sept. 30th, at Lodge 47, Seaton, which is located just out of Temple. I hope many of you will be present on this date.

Another district gathering will be the District III Youth Club meeting on Sunday, Sept. 24th, at Lodge 35, Elk. Make plans to attend because our youth club will have some important business to discuss at this meeting.

Our next lodge meeting is slated for Sunday, Sept. 17th. See you then!

Fraternally, Steve Stanislav (8-28-78) President SPJST —

LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK Dear Readers, State YAD was very nice and it was so good to see all of the youth club flembeils and their youth leaders.

We, our youth club, are so proud of our first place Youth Club of the Year trophy. It was really a surprise.

Our monthly meeting will be held Sept. 6th, at 7:15 p.m. Don't forget your crafts and your cards (read your August newsletter). Bring a friend!

Fraternally, (8-30-78) Jan Schoenemann SPJST

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Dear Readers, The week of July 25th was a funtime for all of us. This was when we went to Camp Val Verde. We had horseback riding, swimming, archery, crafts, dancing, playing games, having hikes, and plenty of good food. Everyone had a lot of fun and thanks to all the leaders for going.

Fraternally, Eugene Resnik (8) (8-31-78) Reporter - SPJST — LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Dear Readers, I wish to congratulate everyone for their winnings at State YAD. I also wish to thank our SYD, DYCs, all the youth leaders, all the members and persons involved in making all of this possible for the youth.

Fraternally, Lynn Leonhardt (15) (8-31-78) Secretary

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 54, West, in 'behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister,

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LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Dear Readers, I am sure everyone has seen the publications out or have heard of our Lodge 179's annual celebration to be held Sept. 10th. If you haven't I wish to invite every youth club to drop by for the feast.

To give you a quick rundown the meal tickets of the barbecue menu will be sold by our mother lodge along with games and a dance that night with music by The Texas Bohemian Cowboys.

Our youth club is sponsoring a money-raising project, plus a cake walk, and also will be selling snowcones. I am sure you will have a most enjoyable time.

For further excitement there will also be a country auction that same afternoon. I hope to see you and do come by.

Fraternally, Lynn Leonhardt (15) Secretary (8-31-78) - SPJST

MRS. ALBERT (CHRISTINE) MILBERGER, who passed away Monday afternoon, Aug. 21st, 1978 in a local hospital, at the age of 82 years.

Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. at Aderhold Funeral Home in West.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption, with the Rev. Gene Sheppard officiating. Interment followed in St. Mary's Cemetery near West.

Sister Milberger was born July 24th, 1896 in Falls County, Texas.

She married Albert 3. Milberger on Dec. 5th, 1918 in West.

Sister Milberger was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court No. 829, KJZT Society No. 11, National Council of Catholic Women, and SPJST Lodge No. 54, West.

Sister Milberger joined the SPJST Society on July 13, 1919.

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Wednesday, September 6, 1978 resided in West where she was a housewife and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Helen Sampson of Irving; a sister, Mrs. Herman (Lillian) Cardwell of Plano; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Her husband preceded her in death on July 14th, 1962, and a son, William A. Milberger also preceded her in death in September, 1970.

May she rest in peace.

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RESOLUTION OF SYMPATHY Sister Millie Vitek, age 71, of Granger, died Tuesday, May 23rd, 1978, at her residence.

Services were held at 9:45 , a.m.

Thursday, May 25th, at the Condra Funeral Home in Granger followed by 10 a.m. services at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, with Rev. George Tydlacka officiating.

Burial was in the Holy Cross Cemetery.

Sister Vitek was born in Taylor Aug. 25th, 1906. She was a member of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church and SPJST Lodge No. 20 since April 14th, 1929.

Survivors include her husband, Ed R. Vitek of Granger; one daughter, Mrs. Dale Hall of Taylor; three sons, Edward Vitek of Taylor, Robert Vitek of Pflugerville and Virgil Vitek of San Antonio; two sisters, Mrs. Janie Prcin and Mrs. Mary Shirocky, both of Granger and 10 grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Tim Rozacky, Gregory Shirocky, Mitchell Shirocky, Gary Gaida, Bobby Gaida, and Johnnie Volcik, Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Dan Gaida, Ed Gaida, Henry Rozacky, Sr., John Volcik, Sr., Alvin Loeve, Jr., Gene Loeve, Otis Kerlin, Foy Moldenhour and J. D. Shirocky.

Resolved, by the members of Lodge 20 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 Sister Millie Vitek.

Committee: Vera Gorubec Ed Gaida Rita Marburger SPJST

RESOLUTION OF SYMPATHY Sister Frances Reznicek, age 90, of Granger died Thursday, July 27th, 1978 in the Granger Nursing Home.

Sister Reznicek was a member of the Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, the KJZT, and the SPJST, Lodge No. 20, since March 12, 1916.

Services were conducted Saturday, July 28th, 1978, at 9:45 a.m. at Condra Funeral Home, followed by 10 a.m. rites at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, with Rev. George Tydlacka officiating.

Burial was in the Holy Cross Cemetery.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. W. 3. (Mary) Mikulencak of Granger and Ms. Bessie Reznicek of Taylor.

Pallbearers were Joe Reznicek, Jr., Morris Johnson, Bennie Fojtik, Howard Hamann, Cyril Pavlat and Emil Bohac.

Resolved, by the members of Lodge 20 Komensky, SPJST, in the premise represented by the undersigned menibers of a special committee, that condolences and sympathy be extended to the bereaved family of our departed Sister Frances Reznicek.

Committee: Vera Gorubec Ed Gaida Rita Marburger -SPJST-EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 29, Taylor, in behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed sister, LILLIAN F. CARROLL, age 70, of 809 Cecilia St., Taylor, who died recently at her home.

Funeral services were conducted at the Condra Memorial Chapel in Taylor, with the Rev. Dan Marek officiating.

Burial was in Taylor City Cemetery.

Pallbearers were David Cozzens, Danny Holubec, Fred Cameron, Raymond Lightner, Felix Pavlicek and Marvin Holubec.

Prior to retirement Sister Carroll was an agent for Missouri Pacific Railroad.

Survivors include a brother, Dan Holubec of Ft. Worth, one nephew, one niece and one great niece.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Michael Kaiser Jerry Tallas Herbert Riethmeyer SPJST ---

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee, in behalf of the entire membership of Lodge Cesky Prapor No. 24, Cyclone, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, HERMAN ALBERT (JACK) HESS, age 58, of Temple, who died July 27th, 1978, in a Temple hospital.

Funeral services were held at the Harper-Talasek Chapel in Temple, with Rudy Kelling officiating. Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery.

Brother Hess was born in Bastrop County but was a longtime resident of Bell County. He had been employed as a mechanic by City Vending Co. since 1942. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Temple.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Josephine Hess of Temple; son, James Hess of Temple; daughters, Mrs. Jaquline Lewis of Hurst and Mrs. Judith Ingram of Temple; brothers, Robert Hess of Temple and Gordon Hess of Fort Worth, father, Randolph Hess of Temple; and four grandchildren.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Nelda Marek Doris Svoboda Edwin Marek - SPJST — EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee, in behalf of the entire membership of Lodge Cesky Prapor No. 24, Cyclone, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, MRS. FRANCES STANEK, age, 82, a native of Czechoslovakia, was held at 11 a.m. Aug. 19th, 1978, in Harper-Talasek Funeral Home, with the Rev. Milton Maly officiating. Burial followed in the Ockpr Cemetery.

Sister Stanek, whose residence was at 118 North 19th Street, Temple, died Thursday, Aug. 18th, 1978, in a Taylor nursing home.

Sister Stanek came to the United States when she was 19 years of age. She was a member of the Ocker Church.

Survivors include her husband,

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May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Nelda Marek Doris Svaboda Edwin Marek SPJST

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST No. 47, Seaton, in behalf of the entire membership, hereby wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister, MRS, JERRY (ALBINA) IIEJL, age 75, of Oenaville, who died Saturday, Aug. 5th, 1978 in a Temple hospital after a long illness.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, Aug. 7th at the HarperTalasek Funeral Home in Temple.

Burial followed in the Seaton Cemetery.

Mrs. Hejl was a Bell County native and was a former resident of the Oscar community. She was a member of the Seaton Brethren Church.

Survivors include sons, Andy Hejl, of Temple and Donald L. Hen of Houston; a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Vellie Mae) Mikulas of Dallas; sisters, Mrs. Ed (Rosa) Schneider of Seaton, Mrs. Jerry (Agnes) Sefci,k and Mrs. Jerry (Marie) Adamek, both of Temple; six grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace and her memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee: Dorothy Pechal Lillian Kosarek Adeline Kohutek SPJST — EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 87, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of Henry G. Blankenstein, who passed away Monday, Aug. 14th, in a Temple nursing home.

Brother Blankenstein resided at 316 North 18th Street, Temple; he was 73 years of age. He was a retired concrete contractor, he was a member of First Lutheran Church in Temple, Elks Lodge, Sons of Hermann, and SP,TST Lodge No.

87.

Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Eddie Fox of Temple; a brother, Chris Blankenstein of Temple; sisters, Mrs. B. W. Albright and Mrs. George Posey, both of Temple, and one granddaughter.

May he rest in eternal peace.

Mrs. Dorothy Chervenka Mrs. Georgia Navratil Sidney Kacir SPJST — EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 87, on behalf of President Louis Marek, officers and membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of Frances Zatlukal, who passed away Sunday, Aug. 6th, in a Temple nursing home.

Mrs. Zatlukal was 90 years of age and lived in Temple. She was born in Marak and was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 87 in Temple.

Survivors include sons, Ivan Zatlukal of Rosebud and Lawrence Zatlukal of Round Rock; daughters, Mrs. Martha Horan and Mrs. Ruby Franey of Tulane, California, and six grandchildren.

Her funeral was held at HarperTalasek Funeral Home in Temple, with Rev. Henry Beseda officiating.

Burial was held in Hillcrest Cemetery.

May she rest in eternal peace.

Mrs. Dorothy Chervenka Mrs. Georgia Navratil Sidney Kacir - SPJST — EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 9, Snook, in behalf of our membership, express our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge brother, FRANK RUDOLPH SKOPIK, who passed away Wednesday, June 14, 1978, at the age of 80 years, one month and one day.

Brother Skopik was born in Snook, May 13, 1898, and was a retired farmer. He was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 9, and also a member of the Catholic Church.

Survivors include his two sisters, Mrs. Willie (Olga) Prihoda of Snook and Mrs. Henry (Lydia) Pieper of Houston; one brother, Joe Skopik of Snook; five nieces and nephews, Mrs. Mary Ann Fojt of Snook, Mrs. Mildred Hubacek of Bryan, James Prihoda of Snook, Joe Skopik of Snook, and William

Skopik of Bryan, and a number of other relatives and friends.

Rosary was recited for Brother .Skopik on Thursday, June 14, from Strickland Funeral Chapel with Father Robert Mahoney officiating.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 16th, from the Strickland Funeral Chapel, with Father R. J. Widacki of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Brenham officiating. Interment was in the Snook Cemetery.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Janice Victorickt Anita Sebesta Lenora Sebesta SPJST — RESOLUTION OF SYMPATHY Brother Willie T. Dubec, age 56, of Granger, died Friday, March 3rd, 1978, in a Temple hospital.

Services were held at 9:45 a.m.

Monday, March 6th, at Condra Funeral Home in Granger followed by 10 a.m. services at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, with Rev. George Tydlacka officiating.

Burial was in the Holy Cross Cemetery.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Georgie Dubec of Granger; his mother, Mrs. Vera Dubec; two sons, William J. Dubec and Raymond G. Dubec, both of Granger; 3 sisters, Mrs. Frances Kunec of Fostoria, Ohio, Mrs. Josephine Huppenen of Portland and Mrs. Cella Fronel of Davilla; four brothers, Alb-rt Dubec and John Dubec, both of Austin, Emil Dubec of Bartlett and Rudy Dubec of Academy; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Pallbearers were Jody Dubec, Edward Dubec, Albert Dubec, Jr., Hubert Dubec, Emil Dubec, Jr., and Danny Dubec.

Resolved, by the members of Lodge 20 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 Willie T. Dubec.

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ODDiL DOPISOVATELU TAK VAELICOS Pige Aneika Boudkova Nedelni ranni noviny pkinesly peknk elanek o pfistavnim meste Galvestonu a myslim, ze to bude zajimat nage etenare. WO, se to galvestonskeho historickeho pozadi a vzpomenuto je tech kritickych dob, ktere zastihli toto mesto. Ono totit" v roce 1885 velk-k °hen dpine zpustogil mesto, nebot,' 40 bloke vyhofelo naCisto, pak v zafi 1900 zase motska boufe (hurikan) se piihnal a usmrtil asi 6 task obyvatel a zanechal pies 8 tisic bez *mova. Take v dobe ohdansice valky dela Severu bombardovali mesto, malarie zachvatila obeank a jine negtesti zastihly mesto tolik, 2e se jednou uvatovalo o torn, aby se ostrov apine inechal a v gichni se vystehovali. Nyni se zase v ge obratilo a se uvauje zachovat historicke budovy a pamand mista pro ptigti generace a vge se zvelebuje. Mnohe domovy a budovy se 0pravuji a kdo me, rad clejiny tak ho to bude jiste zajimat. A tech peknYch, zajimavYch budov je tam dosti. Jedna takove, se jmenuje Bishop's Palace eili biskupskY pakterk dosud stoji. Postaven byl v 1886 - 1893 plukovnikem Walter Gresham-em pro jeho pani a je opra.vdu imposantni a vyhledavan turisty. V roce 1923 tento domov byl koupen katolickou diecesi a Jedna, svetnice byla pfemenena na kapli s barevnkmi okny jake bkvaji v kostelich. Budova tato me, nekolik yeti a krb v hudebni svetnici jest zhotoven ze stfibra a onyxu a na vkstave v 1886 ziskal prvni cenu. Je jegte mnoho jinkch budov ktere zaslouti. zminku a jsou zvlagtni krasy jake dnes malo vidime!

Tak jsem si vzpomnela, ze do tohoto pffstavu ptijelo tisice krajana ze stare vlasti (nejvice ovAem z Moravy) Ictefi hledali gtesti v No-

vem svete a odtud se rozjeli po nagem velkem Texasu. Moje rodiee oba pbjeli do Galvestoniu otec 1892 a maminka v lednu 1901, praye po to velke bouti) a v ge tehdy bylo rozbito a zpustogeno. Jiste mnohy, kterY byl, rozen za inotem a ptijel sem pfes tento ptistav, tak jiste si vzpomene na ty doby di a jake byly jeho pocity, kdyt byl vyloden v Galvestonu a mel nadeji na lepgi tivot ve svobodne zemi.

Byla jsem pfijemne ptekvapena uvidet obrazek p. Woody Smith-a v poslednim eisle Vestniku a jiste mu gratulujeme, ze jit druhym rokern bude vyuCovat oeskou fee na universite. Take kahlk by si mel pfeeist faclky, ktere o nem napsal nag redaktor p. 8efeik, nebot' jsou pravdive. On neme„ ani kapku eeskrve a piece se naueil tak krasne eesky mluvit a ujal se vyueovani nati fedi kterou on tak ma rad• Jak je to divne, kdkt elovek si vzpomene kolik je nagich mladYch lidi, ktefi by men nesledovat kladu p. Smith-a a ueit se desky a bYt hrdk na svilj pavod. Pak by mohla to na g-e kuitura a fee bkt zachovana jegte na dlouhe roky.

Tegim se, ze jestli pojedu do Temple v fijnu na to konferenci, ze se tam s nim °pet po dergi dobe sejdu a budu mu moci gratulovat 0sobne.

Pan Bohu g Slovak z Grand Prairie, bkvalk ennisak, me sclelil, ze jeho syn Bobby Joe Slovak bude vyneovat americke dejiny (American History) na universite v College Station, Texas. 1Vilademu p.

Slovekovi jiste gratulujem a ptejeme vge dobre v jeho povolani.

Slovakovi jsou elenove SPJST. Take jsem eetla zajimavY elanek o jistem obchode, kterk se naleze, v meste Zagrebu v Chorvatsku Yugoslavii. V tomto obchod8 se za Cabo vyrabet po del gi dobe vgelijavkrobky teto zeme a take ke zde je stfedisko pod jmenem Turisticko Druatvo v Zagrebu, kte-

re ma na starosti zachovat historicke budovy a uchovat krasne vygivky a rueni prate. Prodavaji se teprve poslednich (3 let narodra kroje, ale ty kroje pked 120 1,ety zhotovene se nesrni prodavat a musi bYti uchovany nxajitelem anebo dany do muzea na pamatku.

Obrazek v novinach ukazuje 5 mla dYch chorvatskYch deveat v jejich peknkch krojich a jsou jiste hezke. Zaroveri s temi kroji se uchovaji ty krasne rueni vy givky nekomu pro potegeni, 2.e?

Man2ele Henry a Adele 8" napkovi budou slavit 40. vYroei man2elstvi dne 16. zati na katolicke sini zde v Dallas. V 5 hodin odpoledne bude slavene, m ge na sini a pak bude veeeite a tanec, Zname oslavence a jejich (eti velmi dobe nebot' bydli na na gi ulici a jiste jim piejeme to nejlep g i a hlavne zdravieko do da,lgich let. Jejich deti jim potadaji tuto oslavu a jiste bude to vge pane a vesele.

Musim se pochlubit, ze nits tkden navgtivili mangele Starkovi, ktefi nedavno pfi gli sem z Prahy z eskoslovenska a jsou nyni oba zamestnanf. Stezovali si na to hrozne horko, na ktere si ne mohou zvyknout. Pane jsme se po bavili rozhovorem a tekli narn, ie pfijdou zase k nam se podivat, bude trochu chladneji, a motna je vezmem sebou do Ennis.

Byla jsem upozornena, ze jsem :ne davno udelala chybu v myth zprav6/ch. Ono se totit jednalo o svatbe Mand'alcove a ja to opravdu spletla. George Mand'a.77 se neZenil, to jeho dcera se bode vdavat a bere si p. Welch ni:lcdy brzy.

Asi jsem mela myglenku na nee° ji neho a dobte jsem neslygela, Doufam, te me to rodina. Mand'kova promine neb to ,ncliylo iimysine Nerada jsem slkgela, ze na g phitel p. Frank Henzen se no,chazi nemocnici, kde pry asi bude //Inset podstoupit operaci. :Tali bychom jemu brzke uzdraveni a, nevrat vas domil ke sve rodine. Pan Halnen

26 jest elenem u fadu 84 a jest sbormistr peveckeho spolku u onoho tadu. Jit mnoho let kidi eeske zpevy a Addy pekne elenove zpivaji, take take jit pro Zeskou vec mnoho Pan Mark Johnson, zet' raante' George feznikovYch, obdriel aka demickou hodnost MU degree z Texas Tech university v Lubbock a jeho manielka Georgie jest registrovanou otetiovatelkou a bude oAettovat v Plano nemocnici. Reza' kovi jsou 61enove tadu 84 a my jim vAem gratulujem a pfejem dobre.

V Kanade v provincii Quebec me li nedavno trochu rozbroje, nebot' tamni francouz:sti °Wane pavodne minili se odtrbnait od ostat nich 30.0 v Kanade a utvotit Jmena iiiednikii pro rok 1978. francouzkou kolonii. Oni t oOd leva na okolo do prava: John tiz trvat nu torn, to se muStasa Zestny piedseda, dejepisec a si udrtet francouzska fed a kultu- zpravodaj u SPJST fadu &sit) 79 ra a chteli Apine zakazat mluveni Corpus Christi, Texas. Clen Teloanglidtiny v Uradech a katdY gracviene Jednoty Sokol Corpus Chriduant musi pry kit schopnY mlu- sti, dejepisec a zpravodaj. Jerry Elz vit plynne obe fedi a v obchodech ner, vedouci mlad'ete u fidu zboti (jako grocerie) jsou ji g po- 79, Glen. Sokola C. Christi. Jerry Sijmenovany v obou fedich, v restau- janskY, Glen iadu 79, glen Sokola racich jidelni listky jsou francouzC. Christi, vzdelavatel. Mildred Elz site. Take navesti na ulicich a cesner, fieetni u fadu 79, elenka Sokotach jsou jiz take ptemen'eny. Asi Ia. Frank W. Veselka, pokiadnik 80 procent obeanii v Quebecu (kde u fadu 79, Glen Sokola, Monta Foje 6 miliona lidi) tak miuvi fran- ster, tajemnik u adu 79 a Glen couzsky, ale v cele Kanade asi '75 Sokola. Anna M. Moss, Mistopteprocent lidi mluvi anglicky. Je hod dSedkyne u fadu 79, elenka Sokola ne spoleenosti v Kanade, kteii ve- a iieetnice. Sandra Howard naeeldou sve obchody fipine v anglic- nice Sokola. Jill SijanskY, tajemniIce fee! s anglickYin personalem. ce Sokola, byly jen ruce zachyceProzatim to veSchno trochu utichlo ny. Vzadu sedice je videt nekolik ale fika se, ze na podzim v listo- hudebnikii dallaske kapely, kteri padu budou volby a pak se to roz- udelali na jeviiti misto hodnostahodne jit tak nebo tak. turn. Jejich jmena a obrazky byly V poslednim Cisle Vestniku mel uvetejneny y e Vestniku 16. srpna pekne pojednini o Ceske tees 1978. a udrieni nati kultury p. Jan Ka- SPJST ras z Houstonu. Toto by si mel Corpus Christi, Tex kaidY krajan pozorne piceeist neb Dozvuky od SPJST tadu eislo 79 ma jiste mnohou pravdu. Melo by bYt vice dopisovatelfi v Ceske Ca: a Sokolske Telocviene Jednoty sti chceme-li si to udrtet a ne- Corpus Christi, Texas.

Ve Vestniku ze dne 16. srpna mime se spolehat na toho druhe19'78 jsme se doeetli a zhledli oho, ale jiti pfikladem druhYm. Pfeetete si to krajane, a pak jed- brasky postupu slavnostniho otevnejte. Dekuji p. ICarasovi za to ten! nove budovy, techto dvouch uznani me snahy udrtet Ceskou zhora jmenovanYch Zpozoroval jsem ze tarn neco east a dokud budu moci tak budu schazi a ze by to melo bYti nektm psati! dopineno. Kdo to dopini? ZadnY - SPJST jiny net jen kde se mute stall nahoda. Ta nahoda se stala. Moje vnuela Paula Huber, kdyt se svoji mami Lillie Stab, Huber z Austin,

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NAMES OF OFFICERS OF LODGE 79, AND SOKOL CORPUS CHRISTI FOR 1978 SPJST Lodge 79 and Sokol members attending the Grand Ope at the new lodge building in Corpus Christi, Aug. 6th, 1978. Seated, L to R: John Stasa, member of Lodge 79, honorary president, historian, and reporter, also member of Sokol Corpus Christi, serving as their historian and reporter; Jerry Elzner, youth leader of Lodge 79 and Sokol member; Jerry Sijansky, member of Lodge 79 and educator for Sokol CC; Mildred Elzner, financial secretary for Lodge 79, and Sokol member; Frank Veselka, treasurer of Lodge 79 and member of Sokol; Monta Foster, secretary of Lodge 79, and member of Sokol; Anna M. Moss, vice president of Lodge 79, and financial secretary for Sokol; Sandra Howard, member of Sokol and women's director; and Jill Sijansky (partially shown) serves as Sokol secretary. (All of these mentioned officers serve on various committees.) In the background to your left are some musicians from the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra after moving from the stage to make room for the speakers.

(Photo by Paula Huber) - SPJST — Texas se zildastnily to slavnosti, tak Paula poutila svoji barevnou kameru v nedeli 6. srpna odpoledne. Poslala mi 12 obrazkii a mezi temi jeden kterY schazi ye Vestniku 16. srpna.

Posilarn ho bratru redaktorovi aby ho poutil k dopineni toho co tam schazi, die mojeho iisudku.

Paula se stala elenkou naReho

Ve stkedu 6. ziki 1978 ka,du 22. Cervence 1955 kdy2 byla jeden mesic stall Touto cestou ji chci vtele pod& kovat za nas vS'echny co jsme zveeneli na torn o brazku, kterY ptibude k naim dejinam a do naS'i zaate knihovny. Kus situate je timto zaiehraneno. Mam zde vice obrazku na ruce k poukti pozdej.

S bratrskYm nazdar John Sta§a, dejepisec a zpravodaj.

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Leon Rausch and The Texas Panthers Adm. $3.00 Adult — $1.50 (13-17) 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. — Doors Open at 8 p.m.

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

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Lodge No. 4, Hallettsville Sunday, Sept. 17 — Lodge meeting and lunch, 2 p.m.

SPJST — Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood Thursday, Sept. 7 — Board of Trustees' meeting, 8:15 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 10 — Lodge meeting, 3:30 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 13, Dime Box Saturday, Sept. 9 — People's Choice Saturday, Sept. 16 — New Debonaires Sunday, Sept. 17 — Lodge meeting Saturday, Sept. 23 — The Good Vibrations Saturday, Sept. 30 — Golden Country SPJST — ,

Lodge No. 15, Buckholts Wednesday, Sept. 13 — Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

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Lodge No. 18, Elgin

Saturday, Sept. 9 — Blue Vest Band Saturday Sept. 16 — Country NuNotes Saturday, Sept. 23 — Little Fishermen SPJST

Lodge No. 24, Cyclone (Flag Hall) Saturday, Sept. 9 — Hill-Vanza wedding dance; The Moods Wed., Sept. 13 — Lodge meet. 8 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 16 — Cindy Barron and Wildwood Dance Band Saturday, Sept. 23 — Boehmes' 25th anniversary dance; Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five Saturday, Sept. 30 — Campbell Family Express

(Dress Regulations: Dresses and pantsuits for women — men: no blue jeans.)

— SPJST

Lodge No. 25, Ennis Saturday, Sept 9 — American Sunrise Wednesday, Sept. 13 — Lodge meeting, 8 p.m.

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Lodge No. 29, Taylor Saturday, Sept. 9 — Debonaires Saturday, Sept. 16 — Fritz Hodde Saturday, Sept. 23 — Joe Patek — SPJST — Lodge No. 35, Elk Saturday, Sept. 9 — Country Medallion Saturday, Sept. 16 — Blacky and The Country Gentlemen Saturday, Sept. 23 — Starlites Saturday, Sept. 30 — The Casuals Saturday, Oct. 7 — Jerry and The Melody Five Saturday, Oct. 14 — Country Medallion — SPJST — Lodge No. 38, Kovar Sunday, Sept. 10 — Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

SPJST — Lodge No. 39, Bryan Saturday, Sept. 9 — Little River Ramblers Saturday, Sept. 16 — Jerry Haisler and The Melody Five Saturday, Sept. 23 — The Country Combinations Saturday, Sept. 30 — Blue Vest SPJST

Lodge No. 47, Seaton Saturday, Sept. 9 — Gilbert Kautz Tuesday, Sept. 12 — Choral practice, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 16 — Vrazels Polka Band Tuesday, Sept. 19 — Board meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 23 — Barn Dance; J. Nemec & The Music Masters Saturday, Sept. 30 — State Royalty and dance: Harold Strand Orch.

(Dress Policy: Ladies — dresses only Men — Dress pants only.

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Lodge No. 54, West Wednesday, Sept. 6 — Youth Club meeting and social, 7 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 10 — Lodge meeting and social, 3 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 16 — UrbanovskyKolar wedding recpt. and dance Sunday, Sept. 17 — Albert Malers' 50th wedding anniversary — SPJST — Lodge No. 66, Waco (Linden Hall) Saturday, Sept. 9 — Vrazel Polka Band Saturday, Sept. 16— New Casuals Sunday, Sept. 17 — Lodge anniversary dinner, 12:30 p.m.; lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 23 — The Country

Boys of Ennis Saturday, Sept. 30 — Jerry Haisler and The Melody Five EVERY

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— SPJST — Lodge No. 74, Lovelady Saturday, Sept. 9 — Ram Rods Saturday, Sept. 16 — Benny Witt and The Back Porch Bunch Saturday, Sept. 23 — Music Masters Saturday, Sept. 30 — American Sunrise (GAME NIGHT EVERY TUESDAY, 7:30 p.m.)

(All of our regular Saturday night dances are from 9 p . m to 1 a. m. The lodge phone number is 544 -8200.

— SPJST —

Lodge No. 80, Holland Sunday, Sept. 10 — Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 16 — The Country Express Saturday, Sept. 23 — The Moods Saturday, Sept. 30 — The Gentres Saturday, Oct. 7 — The People's Choice Sunday, Oct. 15 — RVOS annual meeting — SPJST — Lodge No. 81, Needville Tuesday, Sept. 12 — Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

— .SPJSTLodge No. 84, Dallas Saturday, Sept. 16 — Country Boys Polka Band Saturday, Sept. 30 — Vrazels Polka Band Saturday, Oct. 14 — Texas Czech Playboys Saturday, Nov. 4 — Jodie Mikula's Polka Band — SPJST — Lodge No. 87, Temple Friday, Sept. 8 — Lodge meeting and covered dish supper, 7 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 88, Houston Saturday, Sept. 9 — Knights of Dixie Friday, Sept. 15 — Adolph Hofner and The Pearl Wranglers Saturday, Sept. 16 — Gilbert Kautz Friday, Sept. 22.— Nick Navarro Saturday, Sept. 23 — Vrazels Friday, Sept. 29 — Texas Dutchmen Saturday, Sept. 30 — Ray Jurecka COMING: Oct. 25 — The Guy Lambardo Orch.

Social every Thursday night at 8 p m Supper served from 5 to 8 p . m_ Breakfast is served at our Friday and Saturday night dances and at all special dances.

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Wednesday, September 6, 1978 Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth Sunday, Sept. 10 — Reg. monthly meeting, 2 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 14 — Ladies' Circle meets at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, Sept. 16 — Holy Name Church dance; Adamcik's Polka Tones Saturday, Oct. 7 -- Dance; Texas Czech Playboys of Dallas SPJST --

Lodge No. 117, Robstown Sunday, Sept. 10 — Quarterly meeting, 2:30 p.m.

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Lodge No. 130 Dallas & Sokol Zizka Saturday, Sept. 9 — Polka Patriots Saturday, Sept. 23 — Harry Czarnek and The Texas Dutchmen (Dress Code: Woinen — dresses, evening pantsuits Men — coats, leisure suits, shirts inside trousers; no blue jeans.)

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Lodge No. 133, San Antonio Sunday, Oct. 15 — 81st anniv. party beginning at 2 p.m. at Navajo Bldg., Comanche Park SPJST — Lodge No. 135, Ennis Saturday, Sept. 9 — Country Polka Boys Sunday, Sept. 10 — Dinner 12 noon, lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 14 -- Jodie Mikula GAME NIGHT each Friday, 7:30 p.m.

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Lodge No. 141, Sealy Wednesday, Sept. 6— Lodge meeting at the Sealy Fire Station, 7:30 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth Sunday, Sept. 10 — Lodge meeting, 3 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 16 — St. Paul's Church dance Saturday, Oct. 28 — Jerry Max Lane GAME NIGHT each Friday, 7:30 p.m.

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Lodge No. 172, Pasadena Saturday, Sept. 9 — Ray Jurecka Saturday, Sept. 23 — Knights of Dixie Wednesday, Sept. 27 — Lodge meeting Reg. lod g e meeting, 2nd Wednesday of

each month. Dances 9 p.m . to 1 a.m.

Socials every Thursday, 8 p.m., and Saturday at 2 p.m Lodge location: 911 E Shaw, Phone 472-9 356.

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Lodge No. 173, Galveston Sunday, Sept. 10 — Lodge meeting,

4 p.m. at KC Hall, 501 Delaney Rd., LaMarque — SPJST — Lodge No. 177, Academy Saturday, Sept. 9 — Joe Paul Nichols and The Five Pennies Saturday, Sept. 16 — The Gentres Saturday, Sept. 23 — Bill Walt plus The Journeymen and The Western Flames Saturday, Sept. 30 — Jerry Dee Second Wednesday each month — youth club meeting, 6:30 p . m. ; adult meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Game Night every Tuesday at 7:30 p . m . Kitchen is open, (Dress Policy: No hats, no raggy or dirty clothes, no shorts, halter tops, midriffs or shirt tails out) — SPJST

Lodge No. 178, Longview Saturday, Sept. 9 — The Fabulous Six Saturday, Sept. 16 — Wind River Sunday, Sept. 17 — Lodge meeting, ice cream social, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 23 — Lew Phipps Orch.

Saturday, Sept. 30 — No dance Saturday, Oct. 7 — Southern Comfort Saturday, Oct. 14 — Wind River Family Dame Nights every Friday and Sunday, 7 p.m.

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Lodge No. 179, Warrenton Thursday, Sept. 14 — Lodge meeting, 8 p.m.

— SPJST Lodge No. 180, Burleson Saturday, Sept. 9 — Leon Rausch and The Texas Panthers Saturday, Sept. 16 — Rollin' with the Flow Saturday, Sept. 23 — Kountry Rendition Saturday, Sept. 30 — Texas Czech Playboys SPJST —

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Lodge No. 184, Moulton Wed., Sept. 13 — Lodge meeting and social, 8 p.m.

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Lodge No. 187, Round Rock Sunday, Sept, 10 — Lodge meeting at the Ray Woyteks' home, 3 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 188, Centerville Sunday, Sept. 17 — Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

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