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Official Organ Of The Slavonic Benevolent Order Of The State Of Texas, Founded 1897 BENEVOLENCE

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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76501 VOLUME 66, NUMBER 43 USPS — 658480 OCTOBER 25, 1978

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK Our SPJST Society was founded CIVILIZATION in 189'7 by our forefathers who were of Czechoslovak (mainly MoravCivilization means a society based ian) descent. The country is com- upon the opinion of civilians. It posed of provinces (or states) means that violence, the rule of namely Cechy (Bohemia), Morava warriors and despotic chiefs, the (Moravia), and Slovensko (Slova- conditions of the camps and warkia) and includes, though not a fare, or riot and tyranny, give state, Slersko (Silesia). Moravia is place to parliaments where laws somewhat similar, in Czechoslo- are made, and independent courts vakia, to our central United States of justice in which over long perin that it is quite like our central iords those laws are maintained. states from Canada to Mexico.

—Winston Churchill Moravia somewhat is situated beCivilization is a progress from tween Cechy and Slovensko the same as our central states are situ- an indefinite, incoherent, homoated between the Eastern sea- geneity toward a definite, coherboard and the Western states bor- ent heterogeneity.

—Herbert Spencer dering on the Pacific Ocean. The name of Czechoslovakia was derived by combining the names of lied powers to worry too much the Czechs and Slovaks; we stated about names. At any rate, this was previously that Moravia is cen- written in the spirit of explanatrally located. How the "z" got in tion and not intended as a ()tech Czech this editor is not sure; c, lesson. The name is of record and followed by a is found in. the Pol- remains as such. ish language, not in Czech; The It was and is a fact that the name correctly should be Cecho- immigrants from Czechoslovakia slovakia, pronounced with the first were almost totally from the proveh, as in charge, and the second ince of Moravia and, therefore, our eh, as in Bach. Probably in SPJST Society was founded by those troubled, times in 1918, them and their ancestors, hence there was someone in a place of the great amount of Moravian ininfluence more familiar with the fluence; they certainly fitted and Polish language than Czech and blended in well with the indepenthe name stayed as it is now. dent minded Texans in determinaSurely, President Masaryk, Benes, tion, thought, effort, etc., and do Stefanik, etc., were too busy seek- so today. ing independence for their country One reason for the above lines is then through the help of the Al, the fact that the last foltalght

(two weeks) of October seems to have been very much Czech-oriented, and fittingly so, since October the 28th is the 60th anniversary of the declaration of independence of Czechoslovakia. Let us enumerate the happenings: beginning Thursday, Oct. 12th, through Sunday, Oct. 22nd, the Moravanka, Brass Band Ensemble from Brno, Moravia, toured our state from Dallas, to Corpus Christi; Sunday, Oct. 15th was Czech Day at the State Fair. The program was rich land included wonderful music by the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra and even Moravanka appeared there. Tuesday, Oct. 17th, the Ambassador from Czechoslovakia, Dr. Jaromir Johanes, fullfilled a speaking engagement, by invitation, for the University of Houston.

We thank Brother Alvin Sefcik of Lodge 173 for notifying us in advance by telephone so that we could print the notice in the Vestnik. We attended the Moravanka concert at Lodge 18. We know , that many in the area attended.

Monday, Oct. 16th (the day before) we received a call from the Czech Embassy, from Mr. Stefan Sarnovsky, second secretary at the embassy, stating that he was leaving by plane to meet the ambassador at Houston, Tuesday, and they would go through Austin, Temple, (Supreme Lodge Hdqts.), and West Thursday, Oct. 19th and then to

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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 Hanus, Curator Res: 773- 5294 — Office: 773-1575 DIRECTORS: JOHN A. KUBENA, Dist. I Res.: AC '713 968-3937 P.O. Box 308, La Grange 78945 HENRY VITEK, Dist. II AC 512; 859-2549 P.O. Box 67, Granger 16530 CYRILL (SID) POKLADNIK, Dist. III—AC 214; 741-1874 (Office) Res. 824-8072 2924 Elm St., Dallas 75226 STANLEY BROZ, Dist. IV AC 915; 442-3271, Lowake, Tx 76855 LOUIS HANUS, Dist. V AC 713; 862-6866 (Res.) 2525 West T. C. Jester Blvd.

Houston 77008 MATT S. VANEK, Dist. VI AC 512; 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, Tx 77901 BOB BAYER, Dist. VII AC 512; 393-6960 or 736-4666 Route 2, Box 154A Flosesville 76114

PUBLICATION COMMIT TEE DISTRICT III — Edward Masenec, Chmn.

Route 9, Box 387 . Waco 78705 DISTRICT IV — An g eline Kristinek, V-Chmn.

Route '7, Box 834 — Lubbock 79401 DISTRICT I — Melvin H. Skrabanek, I3ec.

PO Box 270 — Caldwell 77836 DISTRICT II — Ruby L. Bolton 1017 South 23rd. TemPle 76501 DISTRICT V — Tommy H. Lostak PO Box 194 — Danbury 77534 DISTRICT VI — Sophie Dybala Star Rt., Box 10A — Ganado. Tx 77962 DISTRICT VII — Emil E. Matula 303 Gayle — San Antonio, Tx 78223 BY-LAW COMMITTEE JERRY MILAN — Chairman 6208 Lakeside Dr. — Fort Worth 76135 MRS. THELMA HEINCIR, Secretary 10610 Stonewall Blvd.—Corpus Christi 78410 STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MRS. DOROTHY MASSEY, PO Box 100, Tem ple, Tx 76501 — Res. Phone 773-3101 STATE FIELD MANAGERS SILAS H SMITH — PO Box 100, Tem ple, Tx 76501 — Phone AC 817; 773-1575 Home Phone 817; 756-3427 GENE McBRIDE — PO Box 100, Temple, Tx 76501 — Phone AC 817; 773-1575 Home Phone AC 817; 859-5855 DISTRICT SALES REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 1 Bennie F. Trcalek — Route 3 Caldwell Tx 77838 — Ph: AC 713; 272-8146 DISTRICT 11 Lad. J. Zatopek — 2605 W. Avenue Z Tem p le, Tx 76501 — Ph: AC 817; 778-3067 DISTRICT III Alvin Nesuda — Sun Ridge Road, Route 5, Ennis, Tx 75119 — Ph: AC 214; 875-7790 DISTRICT IV (Temporaril y Vacant) DISTRICT V Mrs. Evelyn Mikeska. 10126 Moorberr y Lane Houston, Tx 77080 — Ph: 713; 468-3128 DISTRICT VI Edwin Smaistrla, 305 Birchwood Dr., Victoria. Tx 77901 — Ph: AC 512; 573-7679 DISTRICT VII Mrs. Tillie Valchar — Route 1, Box 83 Jourdanton, Tx 78026 — Ph: AC 512; 784-3202 DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT 1 Melinda Wilson — P.O. Box 2, Centerville, TX 75833 Phone: 214 536-2851 DISTRICT 11 Frank Klinkovsky — 1503 E. Central Tem p le, Tx 76501 — Ph: AC 817; 173-4801 DISTRICT III Ed Kamas — 11012 Genetta Drive Dallas, Tx 75228 — Ph: AC 214; 270-3178 DISTRICT IV Mrs. Ed. Haisler — Route 1 Se y mour. Tx 76360 — Ph: At 817; 8is8-3309 DISTRICT V Richard S. Wahlber g — 10506 Mayfield Rd..

Houston, Tx 77043 — Ph: AC 713; 468-2497 DISTRICT VI Mrs. Frank Brdecka — Route 1, Box 150 Rosenberg, Tx 77471 — Ph: AC '713, 232-2085 DISTRICT VII Mrs. Maxine Pavliska -- Route 2, Box 151 Floresville, Tx 78114 — AC 512; 393-2030 Unsolicited materials for publication cannot be returned unless sufficient postage is attached. This includes p ictures. The expense of publishing en g a g ement and wedding Pictures must be born b y the sender.

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They did just that and Dr. Johanes was very pleased with the reception given him and Mrs. Johanes and Mr. Sarnovsky by Gov. Dolph Briscoe in the governor's mansion in Austin. He said the Governor truly displayed the Texas cordiality that Texans are known for. They stopped by the Supreme Lodge, visited the museum and arrived at West at 6:30 p.m., toured the print shop and then Brother Joe Holasek invited them to his home for a brief visit, and then to Sulales Cafe. They related that they really enjoyed the stop at the SL and museum, the printshop, and the Texas trip in general.

Dr. and Mrs. Johanes and Secretary Sarnovsky are down-toearth people, easy to meet and pleasant to converse with in both Czech and English.

We had received an invitation from Dr. Johanes' office, Oct. 16th, to attend a 60th anniversary celebration at his embassy, Friday, Oct. 27th in Washington and took the occasion to tell him of our symposium and thanked him and he graciously accepted.

Of course, Sunday, Oct. 22nd was Czech Day at Lodge No. 88, Houston and the Czechs in Texas S ym -posiumc ngupatTeml, Oct. 27th, 28th and 29th. We might also mention that in Grand Prairie they are having an Oktoberfest Oct. 27, -29.

Now isn't that two full weeks?

— SPJST

NEWSBRIEFS Brother and Sister F. W. Stuteville have returned from a tour of 750 Texans to points of interest in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. Some of the places visited were: Oberamanergau, the site of the Passion Play, and Health Resort, Innsbruck, famous for the Winter Olympics, the Linderhof Castle of King Ludwig II from 1845 to 1886, who was known as the fantasy fairytale king. In Munich, Germany, they went to the famous Octoberfest. The scenery was beautiful and so was the trip. Emily and Studie are members of Seaton Lodge No. 47.

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Wednesday, October 25, 1978 SUPREME I ODGE

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT Dear Fellow Workers: We are proud to have you as sales representatives for the SPJST Fraternal Life Insurance Company.

You are still doing GREAT! During September we received 273 applications for $1,726,500 of life insurance for a total of 2,904 applications for $14,438,500 of life insurance.

Top Sales Representatives for the Month are: District 1 - -Jacquelyn Wakefield District 2 — Ladis Navratil District 3 — Jeanette Smith District 4 — Stanley Broz District 5 — Birdie Hilsher District 6 — Adolf Motel District 7 — Frank C. Sacky Representatives in the Application-a-Week Club are: SALES REPRESENTATIVE

WEEKS

Helen Hegwood 707 Della Kadlecek 706 Chester Shmoldas 365 Sidon Turnis 141 J. Wakefield 106 Agnes Lesak 67 Hugo Kocian 62 Roy Hranicky 37 30 Mary Renfro Louis Driska 25 Vada Allen 21 21 Virginia McEachern Willie Dusek 21 Tillie Helmcamp 21 Stanley Broz 16 Sales Representatives in the Application-a-Month Club are: SALES REPRESENTATIVE MONTHS

Frank C. Sacky J. M. Skrabanek Edwin Holub Bessie Franek Johnnie Krajca Anna Hejl James Pavlicek Ruth Krizan Helen Hegwood Della Kadlecek Sidon Twins

201 201 189 184 181 177 177 170 169 163 162

SALES REPRESENTATIVES' CLASS — LODGE NO. 54, WEST OCTOBER 17, 1978

Front Row, Seated, L to R: Mona Zahirniak, Darlene Annie Hanus, Leona Nors. Back row, L to R: Joe Dujka, SFIn silas Smith, Frank Kofnovec, Emil Hanus, Daniel Nors, Robert Wright, District III (Pictures by Jeanette Smith) Sales Representative Alvin Nesuda.

Johnnie Gaidusek Alvin Melna.x Johnnie Krizan Willie Dusek Helen Pavelka Agnes Lesak Joe Krivanek Clifton Martinets Frank Klinkovsky Emil Petr Patsy Baca Alice Banning Tillie Helmcamp Norma Andel Chester Shmoldas Marcia Sulak Ladis Navratil Jeanette Peterson Jeanette Smith Lillia Mae Peter Jerry Prochazka Adolf Motal Hugo Kocian Lottie Krutilek Daniel Schaefer Roy Hranicky Stanley Broz Albin F. Machu Mildred Horak Georgia Lostak Pearl Hanka Janelle Mogonye Daniel Nors Pauline Bayer Frahkie Vanek Mary Renfro Cheryl Mason Matt Vanek

161 153 152 151 148 141 138 131 120 120 104 99 95 93 85 81 69 64 64 61 54 53 52 49 47 46 45 45 44 42 40 39 39 36 36 34 33 32

Louis Driska Dorothy Oltmann Ruby Pavelka Jacq'lyn Wakefield Helen Filipp Birdie Hilsher A. M. Vrla E. G. Mazanec Gordon Hrabal Jerry Elsner Diana Pelzel Alvin Sefcik, Frank Dolezal John Hilsher Edwin Susan Ray Woytek Victor Brenek Lillie Mikulas Miroslav Petrusek Angeline West James Bacak Viola Cable Eugene Hablinski Edwin Kamas Louis Hanus Norma Cavanaugh Jerome Hlavaty Amelia Pokorny Geraldine Kucera Leroy Hampton Mrs. F. J. Olexa A. J. Vana Vada Allen Curtis Beard Virginia McEachern Lydia Hendrick Annimae Merta Ludvik Surovec

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4 3 Emil Hejl 3 Dennis Barabas 3 Raymond Volcik Congratulations to District II for exceeding their quota. * * INSURANCE WRITTEN Sept. 1, 1978 to Sept. 30, 1978 Sales

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Edwin Adamek 29 1 2,000 Vada Allen 3 188 4,000 Norma Andel 24 3 10,000 James J. Bacak 40 1 5,000 Dan Balusek 47 1 4,000 Alice Banning 47 2 12,000 Dennis Barabas 180 1 1,000 Pauline Bayer 107 1 5,000 J. F. Boylan, Jr. 130 1 5,000 Karen S. Brady 1 1,000 81 Franklin Bravenec 88 1 40,000 Victor Brenek 160 1 1,000 Stanley Broz 169 6 72,000 Carolyn Bucek 151 1 5,000 Shirley Cantu 177 1 1,000 Norma Cavanaugh 20 2 2,000 Method A. Dornak 148 3 8,000 Louis Driska 177 3 3,000 Willie Dusek 177 6 25,000 Jerry Elzner 79 1 5,000 Jerome J. Ermis 88 1 2,000 Helen Filipp 139 3 10,000 Bessie Franek 175 1 2,000 2 32,000 Johnnie Gaidusek 66 4 2 2,000 Gaye A. Galetka.

Pearl Hanka 88 5 9,000 Ernest Haskovec 25 1 5,000 4 10,000 Helen Hegwood 88 48 Anna Hejl 3 5,000 47 1 60,000 Emil Hejl Tillie Helmcamp 88 1 1,000 Birdie Hilsher 88 12 220,000 88 1 10,000 John Hilsher B. J. Hlavaty, Sr. 84 2 8,000 E. E. Holub 35 2 4,000 Chas. Holy 4 1 1,000 Erwin Holy 4 2 2,000 Adolph Honza 25 1 1,000 Gordon Hrabal 8,000 185 4 137 2 14,000 Roy Hranicky Frank Janak 155 1 50,000 R. C. Junek 9 1 1,000 Della Kadlecek 88 5 26,000 88 Louise Kadlecek 4 12,000 Pauline Kalina 58 2 2,000 81 2 15,000 Leroy Kamas 9 9,000 178 Hugo Kocian 1 2,000 Johnnie I. Krajca 25 92 1 2,000 Joe Krivanek 6,000 Kenneth Krivanek 180 2 Johnnie Krizan 1,000 6 1 Ruth Krizan 6 1 10,000 2,000 2 Lottie Krutilek 30 7,000 3 Geraldine Kucera 162 1 50,000 49 Emil Kvasnicka 1 2,000 Mary Iiaznovsky 135 Agnes Lesak 88 6 16,000

3,000 3 91 Georgia Lostak 1 10,000 Clint Luksa 7 8,000 Virginia McEachern 188 8 5,000 29 1 Albin F. Machu 1,000 1 Clifton Martinets 80 5,000 Jeanie Mason 154 1 1 2,000 81 Charlie Matcek Viola Mazac 1 1,000 133 3,000 3 Edward Mazanec 66 6,000 74 2 Cheryl Melson Lillian Mikulec 3 3,000 72 Adolf Motal 32 6 80,000 Ladis Navratil 87 4 125,000 Alvin Nesuda 25 3 22,000 1,000 Daniel Nors 66 1 2,000 Dorothy Oltmann 179 2 Ruby Pavelka 3 3,000 35 James Paylicek 66 1 30,000 88 1 25,000 John J. Pech Diana Pelzel 1 5,000 160 1 1,000 Jeanette Peterson 18 Emil Petr 84 3 30,000 John Plasek 89 2 30,000 Thad. T. Polasek 103 1 1,000 C. H. Reininger 170 3 21,000 Mary Renfro 6,000 154 2 Lydia Rickrim 147 1 1,000 1 2,000 Daniel Roznovsky 183 4,000 Pete Sablatura 40 4 3 25,000 Frank C. Sacky 79 1 1,000 Daniel Schaefer 141 2,000 2 Weldon :pchiller 24 6 1 1,000 Alvin Schuetz Chester Shmoldas 74 20 101,500 2 10,000 J. M. Skrabanek 139 1 1,000 Sadie Smajstrla 32 66 7 42,000 Jeanette Smith 1 1,000 Henry Sralla 107 1 1,000 '79 John Stasa 1 3,000 174 Marcia Sulak Ludvik Surovec 112 2 13,000 2,000 81 2 Edwin Susan 17 1 1,000 Martha Trcalek 142 7 46,000 Sidon Tumis 2,000 2 161 Tillie Valchar 50 1 25,000 Frankie Vanek 5,000 9 1 Donnie Victorick 2 56,000 20 Henry Vitek 1 1,000 Raymond Volcik 54 3 30,000 90 Annie Vrzalik Jacq'lyn Wakefield 188 9 60,000 1,000 1 66 Angeline West 1 25,000 Lillian Williams 160 5,000 187 1 Ray Woytek 273/$1,726,500 Fraternally, Bernard M. Gebala Vice President Supreme Lodge, SPJST SPJST

FROM THE STATE FIELD MANAGER Dear Fellow Workers, On Sept. 1st I started my employment as State Field Manager.

This is a great responsibility and I plan to live up to the challenge it affords me.

Presently I am familarizing my self with internal office procedures within the Insurance Department so that I will be better able to help you.

I believe in the SPJST as I know you do and my job will be to make your efforts in behalf of the SPJST easier. I look forward to being a part of this fine organization. If I can be of any assistance to you, please let me know.

Fraternally, Gene McBride State Field Manager SPJST ---

DISTRICT II SALES REPRESENTATIVE'S REPORT First I want to say that we have met our quota in District II, due to the hard work and effort of our sales representatives. Many thanks to these fine people.

In September we sold 64 members for $512,500 in insurance sales for a total of 788 members for $3,581,000 in insurance sales.

The three top sales representatives were: 1. Ladis Navratil - 4 members, for $125,000 insurance 2. Chester Shmoldas - 20 mem bers, for $101,500 insurance 3. Emil Hejl - 1 member for $60,000 insurance Sales in September, 1978: Sales Rear.

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4 $125,000 Ladis Navratil 87 Chester Shmoldas 74 20 101,500 Emil Hejl 1 60,000 47 2 56,000 20 Henry Vitek 1 50,000 155 Frank Janak 89 2 30,000 John Plasek 6 25,000 177 Willie Dusek 2 12,000 47 Alice Banning 24 3 10,000 Norma Andel 6,000 74 2 Cheryl Melson 5,000 48 3 Anna Hejl 5,000 29 1 Albin Machu 5,000 87 1 Ray Woytek 4,000 1 47 Dan Balusek 3,000 177 3 Louis Driska 3,000 72 Lillian Mikulec 3 3,000 174 1 Marcia Sulak 2,000 Edwin Adamek 29' 1 2,000 Norma Cavanaugh 20 2 2,000 Weldon Schiller 24 2

Wednesday, October 25, 1978 1 1,000 Shirley Cantu 177 1 1,000 Clifton Martinets 80 1 1,000 Jeanette Peterson 18 On behalf of all sales representatives in Dist. II, we would like to offer our best wishes to Brother Bernie Gebala and Brother Gene McBride as they begin their work in their new positions at the Supreme Lodge Congratulations!

Fraternally, L. J. Zatopek District II Sales Rep. — SPJST — DISTRICT V SALES REPRESENTATIVE'S REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER, 1978 Sales Re p.

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5 your lodge, district and Society. We have 73 sales representatives, so if everyone would do a little, then the job wouldn't be hard on anyone. See what you can do.

My mother is still in the hospital, for how long we don't know, but if you need any help please leave your name and phone number and I will return your call.

Thank you.

Fraternally yours, Evelyn Mikeska, FIC Dist. V. Sales Repr.

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Birdie Hilsher 88 12 $220,000 142 Sidon Tumis 7 46,000 40,000 Franklin Bravenec 88 26,000 Della Kadlecek 88 25,000 88 John Pech 21,000 C. H. Reininger 170 16,000 88 Agnes Lesak 81 15,000 Leroy Kamas 13,000 Ludvik Surovec 112 12,000 88 Louise Kadlecek 10,000 139 Helen Filipp 10,000 Helen Hegwood 88 John Hilsher 10,000 88 10,000 J. M. Skrabanek 139 Pearl Hanka 9,000 88 Geraldine Kucera 162 7,000 91 3,000 Georgie Lostak 2,000 Jerome J. Ermis 88 2,000 Bessie Franek 175 Charlie Mateek 81 2,000 81 2,000 Edwin Susan 81 1,000 Karen S. Brady 1 Tillie Helmcamp 88 1,000 Total — 71/$503,000 Congratulations to Sister Birdie Hilsher of Lodge 88 for achieving the No. 1 spot in the district this month, with 12 applicants and $220,000 in sales; No. 2 is Brother Sidon Tumis with 7 applicants and $46,000; is a member of Lodge 142.

No. 3 is Brother Franklin Bravenec with 1 applicant and $40,000 in sales from Lodge 88. There were also some sales representatives who have written their first applications and we want to congratulate them; they are Karen Brady of Lodge 81 and Jerome J. Ermis of Lodge 88. We have John Pech of Lodge 88, writing up a nice amount of insurance. We want all of you to keep writing whatever you can, because we are still short of our quota of $527,000.

I would like all of you sales representatives to get your rate books and see what you can do for

committee Selection of site for next meeting Announcements Adjournment All reports and speeches will be limited to five minutes per report, so we can be through with the meeting by 4 p.m.

To conclude the day, there will be a dance from 5 to 9 p.m., with music by the Bohemian Dutchmen.

See you in New Braunfels on Nov. 5th!

Fraternally, Helen Pavelka District VII President

DISTRICT VII FALL MEETING Tentative Schedule November 5th, 1978 The District VII fall meeting is scheduled to be held Sunday, Nov. 5th at the Eagles Lodge Hall in New Braunfels, with Lodge 185, New Braunfels, as the host lodge.

The hall is located on 250 South Street in New Braunfels.

For the noon meal, they will serve short orders, such as hamburgers. Food will also be available in the afternoon.

The tentative agenda is as follows: Registration upon arrival 2 p.m. — Meeting called to order

by District VII president Pledge of allegiance Welcome — Lodge 185 president Roll call of lodges — District VII secretary Reading and approval of the minutes of spring meeting — Dist.

VII secretary Reading of correspondence — district secretary Treasurer's report Reports from District director Sales representative Youth counselor Rest Homes director Supreme Lodge officers Other reports Vestnik editor Old and/or unfinished business New business Appointment of nominating

DISTRICT VII FALL MEETING Dear Fellow Members: District VII will have its fall district meeting Sunday, Nov. 5th, at Eagles Hall, New Braunfels.

The meeting will begin at 2 p.m. with coffee and cookies available for early arrivers. Following the meeting, food will be available if you care to stay and eat.

A public dance, sponsored by Lodge 185, will take place that evening from 5 until 9 with music by the Bohemian Dutchmen.

This meeting is scheduled during the first weekend of Wurstfest and I'm sure a lot of you will be coming up Saturday to witness the festivities. A word of caution to you who have not attended a Saturday Wurst Fest, the festivities starts at 12 noon, and I suggest you come early and leave early, because the crowds become unbearable Saturday night. This year for the first time, they will charge $2 per person to get into the grounds and an additional $3 if you go into the big hall where the dancing takes place.

We hope to see a. good representation from all the lodges and hope you have a good time in New Braunfels.

All members of Lodge 185 are asked to bring cookies, cake, or pie to the meeting.

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LODGE NO. 178, LONGVIEW Dear Members: It's been a while since you have heard any news about our meetings in the Vestnik, so for all you Lodge 178 members who haven't attended lately, this letter is to let you know that you are needed. It's hard to understand how a beautiful lodge like ours doesn't have more members who are eager to be a part of it. Out of the three hundred and some odd members we have on our books, only a handful are on the band wagon.

We have one of the nicest lodge buildings in Teias. We have one of the greatest youth leaders for your children. OUr lodge holds weekly dances with a variety of music; and we have a real desire to see our lodge home become the best. We have had our problems and our growing pains, but who hasn't? If you cared enough to Join our lodge please care enough to be active. If you want to become more of a part of your lodge call any of our officers or committee chairmen; the more the merrier.

For all of you who missed the October meeting, let me remind you that election of officers for 1979 will be held at our annual meeting Nov. 19th. The youth club is going to prepare a turkey and ham dinner for that day so ix there by noon to buy your food tickets; adult tickets will be $2, children are less. Please come and see if you are recognized.

With a little effort we can make our lodge the best, but we need more members who are willing to help push the cart.

Fraternally, Jutta, Mozingo Secretary - SPJST — LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Dear Members: Our monthly meeting was held Sunday, Oct. 8th, at 4 p.m. President Adamek called the meeting to order.

The pledge of allegiance was recited by Troy Marx and all members present.

All officers were present.

Secretary Mike Kaiser read the

minutes of the previous meeting.

Albin Machu gave the treasurer's report and Herbert Riethmeyer gave the property committee's report.

The audit report for July, August, and September was given by Edith Shiller.

New member received was Joe Edward Betak.

At the last monthly meeting, it was brought up to get a fire-proof safe for our financial secretary's papers. Albin Machu is to check the price on it and report back at our next monthly meeting.

Youth Leader Melvin Steger reported on the youth club activities.

They had 31 members, six adults, and one new member present at the meeting. At last month's social they had 46 youths going skating and bowling. Next Sunday they had planned to go to Temple skating and see the museum at the Supreme Lodge Building.

Our next meeting date has been changed to the first Sunday in November -- the 5th — since we have a battle dance Sunday, Nov. 12th. It will also be election of officers at this meeting, so please try to make this important meeting.

For the battle dance Sunday, Nov. 12th, the music will be provided by The Vrazel Polka Band and Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six, from 4 to 10 p.m.

Door prizes were won by Ed Jensen, Viola Rafferty, and Anton Pokorny.

Fraternally, lla Mae Jansky Reporter - SPJST LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Dear Members and Friends: There will be a Halloween party along with the Sokol gymnasts on Tuesday, Oct. 31st at 7 p.m. Sisters are asked to bring candy for the children and goodies for a social following. I heard that our disco dance was very successful, so another was scheduled for this coming Saturday.

Remember our country-western dance with everyone's favorite, Jerry Max Lane, Saturday, Oct. 28th, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Our next meeting is Sunday, Nov. 12th, at 3 p.m.

So until . .. keep smiling!

Fraternally, Mary Pavey - SPJST

Wednesday, October 25, 1978 LODGE NO. 17, CALDWELL Dear Readers, Sunday, Oct. 1st, the monthly meeting of Lodge 17 was called to order by President Andrew Vavra.

The pledge of allegiance was recited by everyone present.

The secretary read the minutes of the last meeting and they were approved as read.

We received correspondence from the Supreme Lodge explaining the three-day seminar "Czechs in Texas" sponsored by the Department of English at Texas A&M University, and a letter appointing Betty Suehs as a new sales representative was received from Brother Leonard Mikeska.

A reminder: The Audit Committee will check the books at the next meeting.

At this point Donna Trcalek presented those present with a tape recording of her retiring speech presented the day before at the State Royalty contest at Lodge No. 47, Seaton. On behalf of the entire lodge, I would like to congratulate Donna on a job well done. I would also like to congratulate the new king and queen, and Bobby Mikulin and Deidra Kocurek who represented District I. Under unfinished business we decided on the plaque for our late lodge president, Brother Bill Trcalek. Theodore Dusek was officially elected as vice president to serve out this term.

New business included one transfer request and discussion of the Armistice Day Memorial Service on Nov. 11th.

The financial secretary gave his report.

The meeting was adjourned until Nov. 5th, at 2 p.m.

Fraternally, Dick Dusek Reporter SPJST — LODGE NO. 17, CALDWELL Dear Members: Saturday, Nov. 11th at 11 a.m., the New Tabor Cemetery Association and Lodge No. 17, New Tabor, will hold a memorial service for 40 deceased war veterans. The program will be held in conjunction with Veterans' Day, 'beginning at 11 a.m. at the New Tabor Cemetery on Farm Road 166, about four miles east of Caldwell. There will be a short program honoring these forty deceased veterans.

SPJST President Nick A . Morris will be the featured speaker for the event. The New Tabor Youth Club will place a United States flag on the grave of each of these men as their name is read. If you do not wish to stand for the entire program, please bring your own chair. After the program, a small lunch will be furnished at the New Tabor SPJST hall.

Here is a list of the deceased veterans: World War I — Franklin J. Berka Richard Engleman.

Victor Gavenda Louis Ginze1 John Gold B. J. 'Hanacik Joe Holubec Hynek Marek John Masar Charles Matcek Frank Moskal Joe Novacek Walter Ondrasek Emil Polasek John Polasek Joe Sefcik William Sefcik Henry Skrabanek John W. Skrabanek Joseph Skrabanek World War II — Ervin Garbs Henry Machan Ed Mazach Ed Mikeska Edwin Novacek Frank Ondrasek Stanley Paul Andrew Ratjen James Reeves Carl S. Rosenkranz John Siptak John Skrabanek Lonnie Stinnet Marvin Vackar Tom Vajdak Charles Valla Emil Vavra Korean War — Gordon Wright Vietnam War — Joe Mays Carl S. Rosenkranz Everyone is invited to come out and participate in the services.

Fraternally, Dick Dusek - MST

LODGE NO. 38, KOVAR Dear Members: First of all we wish to thank all of you Who helped in any way to make our picnic on Aug. 6th the success it was. Without your help and assistance we could not have a picnic or lodge.

A list of coming events is as follows: Nov. 12 — Election of officers and regular lodge meeting. If you don't like the way the lodge is operating, here is your chance to do something about it. Come out 'and elect officers of your choice. Refreshments will be served.

Nov. 24 — Dance at night with music by Lee Roy Matocha. Come and support your lodge!

Dec. 10 — Installation of officers at our regular meeting. Refreshments will be served.

Dec. 22 — This will be the last dance of the year with Lee Roy Matocha. We will be looking for a large crowd. It will depend on you whether we can continue to have these dances.

All of you who have continued to work and support our lodge thoughout the years, we thank you and hope you will keep on doing so, for without you we could not succeed. Thank you again!

Fraternally, Mrs. Vaida Sulak - SPJST — LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Dear Brothers and Sisters: Be making plans to attend the Czech Symposium at Temple, Oct. 27, 28, and 29; Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. at the SPJST Supreme Lodge, Saturday all day at Temple Junior College, from 8 to 6, with a dance at Lodge 47 from 8:30 to 12:30, with music by Der Rhein Steins, Sunday at Seaton Star Hall, starting with a noon meal from 11:30 a.m., program at 1 p.m. The all-afternoon variety program will conclude the event The sisters are being asked to bring kolache and other Czech pastry to serve with the noon meal and during the afternoon coffee break. The response to the plea will be greatly appreciated, as always.

The decorations of plants, candelabras, greenery and other furnishings for the State Royalty at Star Hall were supplied by Preston Pagel of the Temple Floral. We certainly wish to thank him for all of his efforts in makin g the

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The next meeting will be the annual lodge meeting with the election of officers for 1979 There will be vacancies because of the two-year limitation rule in offices for president and secretary and others are to be re-elected, if they wish to serve.

Be sure you have your local dues paid so you are eligible to vote for the officers to lead the lodge in the Czech traditions that our forefathers founded for us. The SPJST, our beloved Society, is keeping alive the traditions, customs, and languages taught us in our youth and we must preserve these things for generations to come. The meeting is Sunday, Nov. 5th, starting promptly at 1 p.m Fraternally, Mrs. Jerry Pechal Reporter SPJST --

LODGE NO. 47, SEATON To Members of Lodge No. 47: In our work in suggesting amendments in our lodge rules and regulations, we ask that anyone in the, lodge who has suggestions or ideas for changes or amendments to please let one of the committee members listed below know at your earliest convenience. If you would like, you can submit your ideas in writing to one of these individuals, or present them in person at the first meeting of this committee on Thursday evening, Oct. 26th, at Seaton Star Hall, starting at 7:30 p.m. You are advised that we must have our proposals ready for the Dec. 3rd, regular lodge meeting to be voted and acted upon.

Anton Motl Lillie Cervenka John Hruska Dorothy Pechal Jerry Trampota Georgia Sodek Fraternally yours, R & R Committee Nick A. Morris, Chmn.

SPJST CZECHFEST AT LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Dear Members: Our lodge has great plans for a Czechfest Nov. 12th starting with a turkey and dressing dinner from 12 noon until 2 p.m.

We are asking for all of our lodge

members to help us in any way they can. We need gift items for the Christmas store. Sisters, please do some handwork or craft. Everyone is good at some type of craft or pastry making for the sweet shop. Start your favorite plants, now, for the greenhouse.

All of our officers and entertainment committee are working hard planning and hoping to get everyone's support and help.

If anyone has any questions or donations, please feel free to call me at 352-5295 after 5 p.m. on week days and all day on Saturday or Sunday. Any donations or help will be appreciated.

Fraternally, Evelyn Salac Secretary - SPJST LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Dear Members: Last Monday at our monthly meeting, a moment of silence was observed for two departed members, Brother John Kubacak, and Sister Sofhie Volcek. To the families we extend our sympathy. May our departed members rest in peace.

The secretary read the minutes of the last meeting which were approved.

Our Sunshine Committee sent sympathy cards to the families of Brother Ed Cooper who lost his mother, Brother John Kuhacak, Sister Sofhie Volcek, and Sister Joe Skrabanek.

Get-well cards were sent to Sister Barbara Wolfe, Brother Jason Grier, Sister Marie Urban, Sister Marie Dusek and Brother Emil Nekuza.

The Halloween party is Oct. 31st.

Young and older should wear their costumes. A big dinner is planned to benefit our lodge, prior to all the planned fun and judging. Lodge sisters are asked to bring a covered dish to help the supply of food . being prepared by our youth on that day; $125 for an adult, and 75 cents each, for children. You all come!

Remember also the European Crossroads Shopping Center sale.

Our lodge is furnishing entertainment as well as food to benefit our lodge, that's Oct. 28th. Please help this project with your Czech pastry or any other type, which can be sold in the shopping center near "Nakad's Souk" and "Fabrications" shops.

The Dallas - Ennis Fraternal Council meets Nov. 20th at the Guardian Savings & Loan Building on West Jefferson with the Woodmen of the World lodge as hosts.

You are invited.

We welcome Melvin Gregor who is our latest lodge member. Brother Emil Petr is responsible for signing him up as well as many, many other members during the past ten years as a member of the Application-a- Month Club. Our congratulations.

Brother Sid Pokladnik announced that the orchestra practice date is Nov. 9th and again on Nov. 30th.

All orchestra members take 'notice!

This group made beautiful music in the band shell on Czech Day at the State Fair. Congratulations!

Thanks to them and conductor Brother Pokladnik for your fine performance at the fair.

Lodge 84 had five circles of Beseda dancers, which should make the membership proud.

Nov. 4th the Mikula Orchestra will play at our Lodge 84. Come and dance from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Nov. 12 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; our Czechfest. Please continue to tell everyone to attend this happy day planned for your enjoyment, so many folks are busy with various projects. Are you?

Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Monday, is our next lodge meeting; try to make this one.

Fraternally, Rose Scott - SPJST --LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Dear Members and Friends: Lodge No. 179 held their regular monthly meeting Thursday, Oct. 12th in the Warrenton Store Guest Room with a large attendance of members and guests.

President Bergmann convened the meeting by leading the assembly in reciting the pledge of allegiance.

Secretary Jeanette Schoenst read the minutes of the previous meeting. She also read the correspondence.

Brother Lee Leonhardt gave the treasurer's report. Both reports were accepted as given.

Financial Secretary Dorothy Oltmann read the mortuary standing.

She also stated that Sister Alice Wiederandeas became a social member. She was given a round of applause in acceptance. We warmly

Wednesday, October 25, 1978 welcome her into our midst, and attendance prize (a cooler) was held hope that she will be able to attend and the winner was Henry Joe Linhart. many of our meetings.

Door prizes went to Joyce HobThe standing committees' reports were tabled for the November ses- ratsch, Charline Hoff, Arthur Froehlich and Erline Janik. sion.

The meeting adjourned at 3:15 For new business we changed the time for the meetings for the p.m.

The next monthly meeting will next several months and set the election of officers for the Nov. be on the first Friday in November, the 3rd. You all come and meet 9th meeting.

We were happy to have Sister with us — the more the merrier.

Evelyn Mikeska, District V sales All members and guests are welrepresentative, present at our come.

Three of our lodge members have meeting. She gave us a very interesting talk concerning her re7 just returned from a trip abroad. cent trip to Czechoslovakia. Then Rosie Tumis and Rita and Henry she extended an invitation and Hermis have returned from a 10urged as many members as possible day tour to Germany, Italy, Austria, and Switzerland. They all to attend the three-day Multidisciplinary Symposium in Temple, agreed on one thing: these counOct. 27-29. She distributed some tries are really beautiful. Welcome literature and forms concerning home, travelers!

Fraternally, that event.

Alice Jochen The food committee stated that Secretary the lodge will provide chicken stew - SPJST — for our next regular meeting.

LODGE NO. 112, GUY We had no further )- asiness and the meeting adjourned.

Dear Members: Afterward, members and guests Our next meeting will be held enjoyed Sloppy Joe sandwiches, Nov. 12th at 1 p.m., as usual, at various delicious cakes, cookies, Kolar's Country Corral. pies, pickles, chips and refreshWe will have an election of ofments. ficers and there will be a social Members, please note the time for members and their families. change for our next regular meet- Please make plans to attend this ing — Thursday, Nov. 9th, with the meeting. youth club meeting beginning at We hope to have a large attend7 p.m., followed immediately by ance for this meeting and social. the adult meeting at 7:30 p.m.

See you then.

Fraternally, Fraternally, Edith Pfeiffer 011ie A. Miller SPJST — SPJST — LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK Dear Members: Dear Members: President Sidon Tumis called the The SPI,TST Lodge No. 9, of regular monthly meeting to order, Snook, held its regular monthly at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1st. There meeting Oct. 4th, at 7:30 p.m. were 44 members present.

In the absence of both the All members stood and recited president and vice president, the the pledge of allegiance to our meeting was called to order by flag, led by our flag bearer, Dennis Brother Alfred Schoenemann, secVeselka. retary. Following the pledge of alSecretary Alice Jochen read the legiance, there was the roll call of minutes from the previous meeting. officers.

All officers' reports were given.

The minutes from the last meeting were read and approved.

New members for our lodge are: The main business attended to Richard M. Murray, Robert J. Caka, Amanda Caka, Joy Clstka, Joseph was making plans fir the upcomKubecka, and Nelson Jochen for ing annual meeting of our lodge additional insurance (six members,. to be held Saturday, Nov. 4th.

There will be a supper at 5:30 p.m.

by SR Sidon Tumis).

The attendance prize for $5 this with wieners provided by the lodge month went unclaimed by Fre- and each family is asked to bring dericka Nichols, because she was either a vegetable, salad or desnot present. Drawing for another sert dish. The meeting will follow

9 at 6:30 p.m. Let's all come out and renew our support from our lodge.

We are happy to welcome three new members into our lodge. Two of these are transferring from Seaton: Sister Ends, Mae Hughes and Brother Richard Blackwell. Michelle Collins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Collins of Snook has also been accepted into our lodge.

Remember Nov. 4th. I hope to see you then.

Fraternally, Lyndon Jakubik Reporter - SPJST -LODGE NO. 35, ELK Dear Members and Friends:' The regular monthly meeting of Lodge 35 was called to order Oct, 8th 'by President Henry Breitkreutz, Sr. Flag Bearer Eddie Ray Banik led the pledge of allegiance.

President Breitkreutz welcomed our visitors, Ella Fridel, Ernest Dabney, Alma Krumnow, Mr. and Mrs. Oakie Dabney, Della Dabney, Mr. and Mrs. Donnie Sorrow, David Berry, Homer Wells, Lena Prince, Mr. and Mrs. Howell Dunlap and Deann Dunlap. Come back again!

Secretary Albert Banik was called on to read the minutes of the September meeting; these were approved.

Treasurer Henry Breitkreutz, Jr. was called on to give his report.

Sister Rosemarie Banik, youth leader, reported that the youth club had a cake walk Saturday night. She thanked everyone who helped her. Sister Rosemarie then asked all the members who have a birthday in October to come forward. "Happy Birthday" was sung to Brother Vernon Dulock, Eddie Ray Banik, Sister Mary Beralek and Norma Jean Schmedthorst.

Lana Steinke brought the birthday cake.

There were 16 of us who went to State Royalty on the St. Mary's School bus and we had a wonderful time. I just wish more of you members would have gone. We were proud of Eddie Ray Banik.

The Royal Court sure was beautiful. Congratulations to all the king and queen candidates!

The committee reports were given by Rosemarie Banik — kitchen, Eugene Pavelka, — entertainment, and Vernon Wood — refreshments. They thanked everyone who helped them.

10 We welcomed three new members: 'ma, Marie Dabney, Jamie L. Kofnovec and Katy Michelle Fitch. Jo Ann Nors was one of our paid-up members.

We were sorry to hear that Dorothy Armstrong was in a Groesbeck hospital. Louis Camp and Ed Pavelka are in a Dallas hospital.

Abe Coker was in a Temple hospital; at this time Abe is back at home. We hope all of you are feeling better by now.

Our Christmas party was discussed and it will be Dec. 10th.

Door prizes were drawn and the winners were: Youth — Missy Steinke; Adult — Jim York.

After a delicious sausage dinner 'We enjoyed music by Oakie Dabney and the Country Diamonds.

Our next meeting will be Nov. 12th, at 3 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Banik Reporter SPJST — LODGE NO. 66, WACO Dear Members: SPJST Lodge No. 66 held their meeting Sunday, Oct. 15th, at 2 p.m., with President Henry West conducting the meeting.

The pledge of allegiance and lodge motto were recited by Karen Shelton and Janice and Donna Stanislay.

Visitors were Donnie Lueck, winner as State King at State Royalty, recently. Congratulations to you; it was so nice of you to visit at Lodge 66, and also to Tony Hill.

Both are from Lodge 177, Academy.

All lodge officers were present except Brother Otto Hanus, Czech reporter, who attended Czech Day at the State Fair in Dallas.

Sister Bonnie Pruitt read the minutes of the September meeting.

They were approved as read.

Sister Darlene Engelke read the minutes of the Board of Trustees meeting held Monday night, Oct. 2nd.

Sister Libbie Parma gave the youth club report. She had our winners, State Queen Tena Urbanek and Duchess Donna Stanislav, come forward. They received a round of applause for their outstanding performance at the State Royalty. Congratulations, Tena and Donna, for capturing this honor for Lodge 66 and District III. We are proud of you. The club went to Six Flags, Sunday, Oct. 8th, and

VESTNiK had a great time as they always do. The club also has some more cook books to sell. You may contact Sister Parma if you need any.

The club will donate to the Mealson-Wheels program and, if the members wish to help, you may bring canned goods and/or nonperishable items to the November meeting. You may also make cash donations if you wish.

We wish to thank the youth club for the lovely SPJST Emblem made

by Brother Otto Hanus and put up at the front door entrance. This one replaces the one stolen some time ago. It is real nice and is appreciated.

The quarterly reports were made for July, August, and September

by Brother Emil Hanus. Linden Hall treasurer; Sister Darlene Engelke, Lodge 66 financial secretary; Brother Frank Parma, ticket chairman; Brother Frank Miller, Linden Hall secretary.

Sister Sue Pauling, for the enterlZainment committee, thanked everyone for their help at the September noon meal. The committee is making plans for the annual Christmas party. Sister Pauling said all dates for 1979 except two are booked. She also thanked everyone for the cards sent on the recent injury to her foot.

The lodge voted to give the committee funds to be used for the Christmas dance which is coming up soon.

Brother Ed Mazanec reported on the game nights which are being very successful.

Brother Leon Hensel said the audit committee had audited all lodge books and all are in excellent condition.

Brother Robert Pavelka, made a motion we give a cash donation to our state queen and duchess. It carried. To Queen Tena Urbanek$25.00 and Duchess Donna Stanislav — $15.00.

New members accepted in October were: Roxie Nell Holder, William Clay Holder, Susan Lynn Oswald, Stewart W. Oswald, Cleo B. Morris, Cary A. Mueller, Gary Lee Powell, - Damon Beshears, Devion Beshears, David Beshears, Donald B. Beshears, Henry E. Veselka, Bernell Bezanson, Mary Bredthauer, Johnny Ray Bakluda, Dustin Bredthauer, and Brent F. Bredthauer; welcome to Lodge 66!

Transferring to Lodge 54, West,

were Robert Kasik and Amy Kasik and to Lodge 130, Dallas, Carol Trefny.

Health Committee Report — Sister Agnes Mazanec sent get-well cards to Sister Sue Pauling, Sister Jean Talsma and Dr. Howard Palms. Sympathy card was sent to the Arthur Schiemenz family on the loss of her mother.

It was reported that Sister Mabel Crow is very ill at Providence Hospital. She is not allowed visitors, but a card will be appreciated. We hope Sister Crow is improving.

It was so nice to have Sister Dorothy Veselka back after several weeks absence due to foot surgery.We hope she keeps improving.

We all wish to extend our sympathy to Brother Joe and Sister Marie Janecka on the loss of his sister.

May she rest in peace.

Brother John Simcik said he and Sister Simcik wished to thank the lodge for tickets to let them welcome and visit with the Moravanka Polka Band from Czechoslovakia at West Fraternal Auditorium, Oct. 13th. He said they really enjoyed it.

Door prize winners were Brother Daniel Nors.

Birthdays in October: Sister Rose Galler was the only one, so she gat the whole cake that was brought by Becky Nors. Brother Otto Hanus also had a birthday, Oct. 6th so we wish a happy birthday to both of you.

This is a special note — Remember our next meeting, Sunday, Nov. 19th, is the time for election of your 1979 officers. Please remember to be there and vote for your choice. The meeting will start at 2 p.m. I hope to see you there.

Remember also the game night every Sunday night at 7 p.m. during the winter months. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. There is always plenty of good food and cold beverages so come on out. Bring a friend with you, you may be lucky.

Fraternally, Annie Hanus English Reporter - SPJST — LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK ANNUAL MEETING The Snook SPJST Lodge No. 9 is planning on having their annual meeting Saturday, Nov. 4, 1978, at the SPJST Hall, at Sno"k.

5:30 p.m. — covered dish supper.

Each family is asked to bring a

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vegetable dish or salad dish or a dessert. The lodge will furnish the wieners, tea and bread.

6:30 p.m. — Annual meeting.

Come out for an evening of fun, food and fellowship Help support your lodge!

Fraternally, Betty Schoenemann - SPJST LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON The two weekend dances Friday and Saturday with Nick Navarro and the Texas Dutchmen were fairly well attended and were hosted by conscientious committees. I have not been there; I spent my weekend at the bay home of Tim and Rosalee Kostom where our Hlahol Dramatic Club held the annual club's party with 60 people present, including children. Everyone had a grand time, especially down at the water where some tried their luck crabbing and fishing. The delicious shrimp gumbo prepared by Lillian Finn, by the gallons, was tremendously enjoyed by all before the main course was served. The hours from early morning until late in the evening spent on this Sunday's wonderful weather was just perfect.

Brother George Taake, to celebrate his retirement from Houston Light & Power Co. after 27 years, donated the refreshments for the assembly of members after the October lodge meeting, Oct. 9th. He also will celebrate his birthday this month — Oct 21th.

Thank you, George and Florina.

Bob and Ruth Martinak enjoyed their vacation driving to Oregon to visit with Bob's aunt, Anna Frost.

Anna Frost is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Martinak of East Bernard. When my parents came to America in 1910 and settled in East Bernard the Martinaks were neighbors and very close friends to my parents. A friendship developed which lasted to the end of their lives; Bab. is their grandson, which we did not know until we met with Bob at Lodge 88, years ago. Well, Bob and Ruth traveled through Utah, Nevada, stopped in Reno and then up to Oregon and Washington; didn't miss the Glacier Park in Montana, plus Wyoming and Colorado, and they were snowed on three times,

through a siege of hospital experiences. He will be confined in Heights Hospital at least 7 or 8 weeks in Room 310. Henry is known to be doing something all the time in their lovely home filled with countless antiques. Saturday, Oct. 14th, he was trying to get on the roof and the ladder collapsed and Henry ended up with a broken bone above the ankle on his right foot; it's broken in two places and will keep him in a cast from the knee down. It happened Saturday and surgery was performed Sunday. Doris, his devoted wife, will be at his side to be sure Henry gets the right care. Best wishes and stay cheerful.

Arnold and Naomi Spencer went to Oklahoma City to visit with Frank and Ruth Kurz and together they joined the crowd to be a part of the annual affair, the Czech Fest in Yukon, Okla., about 15 miles away. They dressed in their Czech costumes and joined in the crowd of 20,000 people and they never have seen so many kolache and sausages in their lives. It was quite an experience for the Spencers.

With pleasant memories and sorrow we think of Sister Ara Skrabanek who departed from our midst Tuesday, Oct. 10th, 1978, to be laid to rest Thursday, Oct. 12th.

Sister Skrabanek was the wife of our long-time Supreme Lodge director, and now for years, director of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes.

Brother J. M. Skrabanek is know to us as "Uncle Joe" and always was accompanied by his dear wife, Ara, on all of his SPJST activities throughout the state. Only for the past few years Sister Ara was unable to join her husband on his trip as she was confined to her home. She will be remembered by many for what she really was, a lady! May she rest in peace. Our sincere sympathy to Brother J. M. (tTncle Joe) Skrabanek, and the family.

Fraternally, Frances Olexa - SPJST — LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Dear Members: Lodge No. 6 will have a work day Oct. 28th, beginning at 9 a.m. All members who are able are asked to come out and help clean up and

Pat Wachsmann Reporter - SPJST — DISTRICT V FALL MEETING March 8th, 1978 The meeting was held at Stefanik Lodge No. 142, Houston, Oct. 8th, 1978.

President Jerry Prochazka convened the meeting at 1:30 p.m. and in the absence of Flag Bearer Mark Wahlberg, who was committed some place else, Dennis Veselka presented the colors and led us in the pledge of allegiance.

Brother Prochazka most graciously thanked Lodge 142 for hosting the meeting.

Lodge 142 President Sidon Tumis welcomed all the members and guests and 1st Vice President Norval Crossman thanked the lodge for hosting the meeting and for the delicious food.

At this time DYC Richard Wahlberg presented the following youth program: a dance, "Car Wash",

by Vivian Hegwood and Dina Ward. The youth had a meeting following the program.

Brother Norval Crossman and Alvin Sefcik presented the special guests: Supreme Lodge SecretaryVice President Bernard M. Gelyala; Treasurer Leonard Mikeska, and also District V Director Louis Hanus, Editor Rudy Sefcik; Brother J. M. Skrabanek, District V Rest Homes director; District V Sales Representative Evelyn Mikeska, Brother Tommy Lostak, member of the Publication Committee; Sidon Tumis, District V's representative to the By-Laws Committee, and Jerry Prochazka, member of the District V Finance Committee.

Secretary Pearl Hanka called the roll of lodges and ten lodges were represented: Nos. 65, 81, 88, 139, 142, 172, 173, 175, 176, and 181.

The minutes were read and approved.

Secretary Pearl Hanka read a letter from Supreme Lodge President Nick A. Morris.

Tommy Lostak reported $344.04 in the District V General Fund and $88.28 in the District V Youth Fund.

Sister Tillie Helmcamp, Brothers Eugene Veselka and Ed Kadlecek were appointed auditors and later

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12 Mikeska, gave a short inspiring talk, followed by SL Vice President Bernard M. Gebala, who visited with us for the first time and spoke on how privileged he felt to make so many new acquaintances and what a great potential there is in our Society.

Brother Louis Hanus gave a brief report on our District V and stated that the Supreme Lodge officers and directors are very happy with the progress being made.

Sister Evelyn Mikeska announced our quota for 1978 is $4,400,000 and we are still short of $527,000, so far this year we have lost three sales representatives namely: Brothers C. P. Kern and Herman Baethe and Sister Agnes Miculka.

Seven new sales represjentatives have been added as follows: Sister Karen Brady of Lodge 81, Sister Anita F. Schmidt of Lodge 170, Sister Anna Klander of Lodge 181, Brother John Lyman of Lodge 172, Brother Leonard Steglich of Lodge 175, Brother Jerry Ermis and Sister Edna Wehring, both of Lodge 88. She also named the winners for the Texas Fraternal Congress in Dallas.

District Youth Counselor Richard Wahlterg had no formal report.

Brief statements by Editor Rudy Sefcik and District V Rest Homes Director J. M. Skrabanek followed.

President Prochaska announced that the rest homes director's term will expire this year. Brother Skrabanek declined renomination, after many years of faithful service.

Brother Prochaska then appointed Sister Ann Urbanovsky, Sister Anna Klander and Brother John Ordener for the balloting committee.

Brother Sidon Tumis from Lodge 142 and Herbert Nowotny from Lodge 81 were nominated.

Brother Tumis was elected rest homes director of District V. Brother Victor Peter asked all to attend the Symposium at Temple Oct. 27, 28, and 29.

Brother Tim Kostom announced that Lodge 88 would present a 30minute condensed play, which was staged in Houston previously.

Brother Alvin Sefcik invited everyone to come to Galveston to hear Dr. Jaromir Johanes, Ambassador to the U.S. from Czechoslovakia on Oct. 17th, at 8 p.m.

Sister Tillie Helmcamp announc-

ed Czech Day at Lodge 88, Oct. 22nd; and also a turkey dinner and free dance will be held.

Brother Prochaska asked for a volunteer lodge to host the spring meeting of District V, and Lodge No. 81, Needville asked to have that privilege. Brother Alvin Sefcik made a motion to accept, seconded by Brother Louis Hanus, accepted. The meeting will be held the second Sunday in March, 1979.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:44 p.m.

Fraternally, Pearl Hanka District V Secretary SPJST — CZECH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON The Czech language courses at The University of Houston has made progress in the past few years. It is now offering both full credit in classes as well as without credit in sundry school. Beginning next semester, January, 1979, Czech classes will be expanded. Introductory classes (131 and 132) will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 10 a.m., 5:30 to 7 p.m. and 7 to 8:30 p.m.

These classes are divided both for those who have no background and wish to begin studying with the Czech alphabet. Czech 232 stresses conversation and grammar and will be offered at 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

While these additions are encouraging, a major obstacle must be hurdled and overcome before the ultimate dream of Czech at U of H is realized.

A great desire has been expressed in taking upper level classes and will stress Czech culture working with Czechs of the region as well as study of Czech literature and compositions. To begin these classes, revenues must come from outside sources; because Texas law requires that expansion or a field must be funded by that field for a "catching on." After this time the classes will be funded by the state.

In 1973 and 1974 many Czech sponsors and fraternal organizations contributed the sums necessary to begin Czech at the U of H. Among the many special thanks is given to Bishop John L. Morkovsky of Galveston-Houston, the SPJST Society, Lodge No. 88, Houston, KJT, KJZT, WFLA, Sokol, RVOS,

SVPS, and others. Their help is, once again, needed and the chance of continuing the implementing of our class room knowledge with Czech culture hopefully won't pass us by.

Once again, with the help of the generous Czech people, the Czech language, folklore, and culture will never be forgotten.

Fraternally, John Forgas Vice President, U of H Czech Club SPJST —

THE FRIENDSHIP CLUB Halloween is just around the corner and Thanksgiving and Christmas are not very far behind.

Before long all the children will be doing a better job of keeping out of trouble so that Santa Claus will come to see them.

We will have family night on Nov. 1st, beginning about 5:30 p.m. and supper being served at 6 p.m. For members and their families (those who live at home), the meal is free; there will be a charge of $1 for children 12 and under, and $2 for over 12 years.

We will have turkey and dressing with all the trimmings. If you plan to attend and were not at the last meeting call me at 927-2139 and I will tell you what is needed.

Our Christmas party will be held Dec. 6th, at 10:30 a.m. and we will have a gift exchange. Anyone wishing to exchange gifts should bring a gift priced at no less than $2.

Don't forget, mark your calendar for Nov. 1st, at 5:30 p.m., for family night at St. Thomas Cafeteria.

Hope to see you then.

Fraternally, Mary Ann Krivanek Reporter SPJST —

DALLAS CIRCLE OF CZECH WOMEN Oct. 28th, at the Crossroads Shopping Center, there will be a United Nations program. This year there will be a Czech program, which will include the Beseda and Czech food. An interesting program representing different countries is held there each year. For further details contact Sister Evelyn Salac, 352-5295.

Fraternally, Alice Roberts English Reporter - SPJST

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Wednesday, October 25, 1978 HOUSTON LODGE NO. 142, HOSTS DISTRICT V MEETING OCTOBER 8th, 1978

District V Officers, L to R: Treasurer Tommy Lostak (139), President Jerry Prochazka (65), Secretary Pearl Hanka (88), at the microphone; 1st Vice President Norval Crossman (88), 2nd Vice President Alvin Se:elk (173), and District V Sales Representative Evelyn Mikeska (88).

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SL Vice President Bernie Gebala speaking briefly and getting acquainted with the membership of District V.

SL Secretary-Treasurer Leonard D. Mikeska making an inspiring talk at Lodge 142 during the District V meeting on Oct. 8th.

LODGE NO. 107, FLORESVILLE Dear Members and Friends: Our next meeting will be held Nov. 12, at 4 p.m. Hope to see a nice crowd present. Don't forget â&#x20AC;&#x201D; there will be a social after the meeting.

Pauline S. Pavliska

District V Youth Counselor Richard Wahlberg making a short youth club activities' report.

Have a ood Day. District V Director Louis Hanus presenting his report.

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Mikeska , district Dis_iet V Youth Club with Youth Counselor Richard Wah!berg, youth Sister Evelyn sales representative, leaders and assistant youth leaders attending the District V Youth Clubhighlights on insurancegiving sales.the meeting at Lodge 142, Oct. 8th, 1978.

A dance, "Car Wash", presented by Vivian Hegwood and Dina Ward of Lodge 88 at the recent District V meeting at Lodge 142, Houston. ing from her operation very nicely.

BIRTHDAY CLUB SISTERS Her husband, Brother Tom JecLODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON menek, is seeing to it that Sister The regular monthly meeting was Clara taken care of. Thanks to called to order by Sister Della Kad- SisterisDella Miksch for taking lecek, Wednesday, Oct. 11th. ticket chairman while Sister JecAll reports were read and ac- menek is ill. cepted, or so it was reported to me Thanks to Sister Anna Eisner for because I was unable to attend the her donation on Homecoming Day. meeting.

Our new member, Sister Stella Sister Elmer always makes good Bukowski, was welcomed to our pastry. club. Sister Bukowski is Sister AgThe hostesses for the October nes Lesak's sister. luncheon were Sister Sue High report that (Louise Chudej cooked for her), Siste4 ,L,Lara Jecmenek is home Anna Hoffmann (Sister Bessie from the ho el tal and recuperat- Dewer cooked for her), Lillie Spies

District V Rest Homes Director 3.

M. Skrabanek presenting his report. cooked for Sister Rose Horelica, and Sadie Barlow cooked and served. Thanks to you sisters because the luncheons Were very good and everyone enjoyed the food.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to all who had birthdays in October.

They are Sisters Louise McGregor, Frances Olexa, Mildred Holeman. and Mary Kosut. We wish you sisters many more happy birthdays.

Birthdays in September were: Sisters Tillie Bily, Pearl Hanka, and Birdie Hilstler. The Club Sis-

Wednesday, October 25, 1978 ters wish you a happy birthday, also, since your names were not mentioned in the last article. It's never too late!

The weather has been so lovely that it makes you feel so good; therefore, we will be expecting you to come to our luncheons and game parties in November. Come and bring a friend and have fun.

Dates to Remember: Nov. 1 — Game party and luncheon Nov. 8th — Game party, luncheon, and meeting.

Fraternally, Lillian Finn Reporter SPJST —

LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON

Dear Members and Friends, Sister Mary Hejl was elected chairperson of the entertainment committee at their meeting held last week. She reported that Nov. 12th., at 1 p.m. we have a covered dish lunch prior to our regular lodge meeting at 3 p.m. and refreshments will be served following the meeting. She also reported that on Dec. 3rd, the lodge Christmas party will be held with time and details announced as they are decided.

Sister Mary Hejl will hold a garage sale Nov. 11th, with proceeds going to our lodge. If you have anything to donate call and bring it to Brother and Sister Hejl's residence at 4200 Whitfield Ave., 9266350, by Nov. 4th. Anything not sold will be picked up by Goodwill if the person who brought it does not want it back.

On Ott. 29th, St. Jude Parish of Mansfield will have a picnic at our lodge, beginning with dinner at 11:30 a.m. and a dance from 4 to 8 p.m. with music by The Texas Czech Playboys. Tickets can be purchased at the door and the cost is $5 per person for the meal and dance. There will be games and also an auction outside. It sounds like a day full of fun and entertainment for the entire family.

Don't forget — on Nov. 12th, -a covered dish lunch at 1 p.m., followed by the lodge meeting at 3 p.m. and refreshments after the meeting.

Fraternally, Mary Ann Krivanek Reporter SPJST

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Dear Members: A rally and barbecue sale will be held Saturday, Oct. 28th, with the Pavelka Orchestra from Robstown playing for the dance.

All the proceeds will go to the building fund. The committee consists of Brother Roy Peal, chmn., Sister Mildred and Brother Jerry Elzner and Brother Frank Veselka.

Brother Anton Rtzner promised to donate one of his many calves for the picnic. He is one of the prominent and successful farmers and cattle raisers in the Taft community and also a Sokol charter member since 1929, and a charter member of SPJST Lodge No. 79. The audience gave him a big round of applause.

Lodge 79 and Sokol CC coming events: Every Monday — game night at 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 28—Rally & BBQ sale; dance with the Pavelka Orch. playing Nov. 12 — SPJST Annual Picnic Gym nights every Tuesday and Wednesday.

Fraternally yours, John Stasa Historian and Reporter SPJST — LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK

Dear Members, Mark this date on your calendar — Sunday, Feb. 11th, 1979. This is the date of our dedication day for our new lodge home. It was decided to purchase a Ford Future (Fairmont) and have a drawing for it at the dedication. All members will be asked to sell tickets for this drawing. Nancy Vayo has generously offered to make a quilt to be auctioned off at the dedication.

We are now taking reservations for the New Year's Eve dance but we will not sell tickets until a later date. Music will be by The Seven Dutchmen. For reservations call Ray Woytek (255-3786) or Albert Lange (255-5911).

The November meeting will be held Sunday, Nov. 5th, at 3 p.m. at the home of Charlie and Mae Sliva, 609 E. Liberty. (From the red light on Main Street go six blocks east, then one block north on Black St. to the two-story gold house on the corner of Black and Liberty.)

This will be a covered dish supper. The lodge will furnish the drinks, bread, plates, cups, and silverware. Election of officers for

1979 will be held at this meeting, so we hope to see all of you then.

Fraternally submitted, Wilma Peterson Secretary - SPJST— LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS

Dear Members and Friends: Our lodge has been invited to participate in an International Folk Festival at the European Crossroads Shopping Center, 2829 W. Northwest Highway between Bachman and Harry Hines Blvd.), in Dallas. The date is Oct. 28th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

We will promote our Czech Culture with original Czech costumes, the Beseda dance and food. Our youth will perform with the Beseda dance at 11:45 a.m. and again at 1 p.m.

There will be a Czech pastry table and a klobase sandwich table.

We are asking our lodge members to help by baking their favorite Czech pastry for this promotion, such as kolache, strudel, tea rings or any other baked items. This will be greatly appreciated.

We hope all of you can join us wearing your Czech costume. There will be other cultures there, so this should be very enjoyable.

For more information or donations please call one of us: Evelyn Salac 214 352-5295 after 5 p.m.

Hank Sadecky 824-4650 Lloyd Baker, home 351-3872 or office, 241-3571.

Fraternally, Evelyn Sala.c Lodge Secretary SPJST -

BULLETIN BOARD District Meetings DISTRICT FALL MEETINGS

The District VII fall meeting will be held Sunday, Nov. 5th, with Lodge 185, New Braunfels hosting the meeting. * * DISTRICT SPRING MEETINGS

District IV will hold their regular spring district meeting on the 4th Sunday in April, 1979, with Lodge 160, San Angelo being host.

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Zile Tzerlis ;On 'Texas A THREE-DAY MULTIDISCIPLINARY SYMPOSIUM SPONSORED BY THE

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY LOCATION: TEMPLE, TEXAS

DATE: OCTOBER 27-29, 1978

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1978 S.P.J.S.T. SUPREME LODGE 520 NORTH MAIN TEMPLE, TEXAS 2:00 P.M. - 3:45 P.M.

REGISTRATION BEGINS IN MUSEUM TOURS OF LIBRARY AND MUSEUM CONDUCTED BY OTTO HANUS

4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.

SERIES OF PRESENTATIONS IN CLASSROOM 1.

2.

3.

4.

"MORAVIAN DIALECTS IN TEXAS." JIM MENDL, TEMPLE JUNIOR COLLEGE. "TOMBSTONE INSCRIPTIONS AS A SOURCE FOR GEOGRAPHIC ORIGINS." ROBERT JANAK, BEAUMONT ISD. "EARLY LIFE IN MORAVIA, TEXAS." THADIOUS POLASEK, FLATONIA ISD. SUMMARIES OF TWO STATEMENTS CONCERNING THE PRESERVATION OF CZECH ARCHIVES IN AMERICA SENT TO THE SYMPOSIUM BY STANLEY B. KIMBALL, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT EDWARDSVILLE AND JOSEPH G. SVOBODA, UNIVERSITY OF. NEBRASKA AT LINCOLN. READER: WOODY SMITH, MODERN LANGUAGES, TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1978 TEMPLE JUNIOR COLLEGE TEMPLE, TEXAS FINE ARTS BUILDING

7:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. 8:30 A.M. - 9:45 A.M.

REGISTRATION, LOBBY OF MAIN AUDITORIUM FIRST SESSION, MAIN AUDITORIUM "INTRODUCTION TO THE SYMPOSIUM," CLINTON 1.

MACHANN, SYMPOSIUM DIRECTOR, TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY. 2.

"CZECH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IN THE TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS," DAN ICUBIAK, STATE REPRESENTATIVE, TEXAS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. "ETHNOGRAPHICAL ASPECTS OF STUDIES OF THE 3.

CZECH EMIGRATION TO AMERICA," ANTONIN ROBEK, INSTITUTE OF ETHNOGRAPHY AND FOLKLORE, CZECHOSLOVAK ACADEMY OF SCIENCE, PRAGUE, CZECHOSLOVAKIA

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Wednesday, October 25, 1978

*10:00 A.M. - 12:00 NOON

GROUP A PRESENTATIONS, MAIN AUDITORIUM MODERATOR: HENRY D. POPE, COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY 1.

"CZECH FOLK TRADITIONS IN TEXAS" SVATAVA JAKOBSON, SLAVIC STUDIES, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN. 2.

"CZECH JOURNALISM IN TEXAS" JOSEF ROSTINSKY, SLAVIC STUDIES, BROWN UNIVERSITY. 3.

"AUGUST HAIDUSEK AND HIS INFLUENCE ON CZECH CULTURES IN TEXAS" H. J. SCHOVAJSA, ATTORNEYAT-LAW, LA GRANGE, TEXAS 4.

"THE SOKOL MOVEMENT IN AMERICA", GEORGE PREVRATIL, PRESIDENT, SOUTHERN DISTRICT AMERICAN SOKOL ORGANIZATION.

*10:00 A.M. - 12:00 NOON GROUP B PRESENTATIONS, BACKSTAGE THEATER MODERATOR: WOODY SMITH, MODERN LANGUAGES, TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY "RE-ACCULTURATION: THE PROBLEMS IN REGAIN1.

ING ONE'S ROOTS" BRUCE KOCHIS, MODERN LANGUAGES, UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT LINCOLN. "SOCIAL CHANGE AND ORGANIZATION IN A CZECH2.

AMERICAN RURAL COMMUNITY" ROBERT L. SKRABANEK, SOCIOLOGY, TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY. "EFFECTS OF CZECH-AMERICAN BILINGUALISM ON 3.

READING ABILITY IN SCHOOL" BOB HOLICK, GIDDINGS SPECIAL SERVICES COOPERATIVE. "SOME NOTES ON A LITERARY TEXT IN TEXAS 4.

CZECH" JAN PERKOWSKI, SLAVIC LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE, UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA. *10:00 A.M. - 12:00 NOON GROUP C PRESENTATIONS, ROOM 706 MODERATOR: MICHAL BARSZAP, MODERN LANGUAGES, TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY "THE CHURCH AND THE CZECHS IN TEXAS" RIGHT 1.

REV. ALOIS J. MORKOVSKY, ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. "THE AMBIVALENCE OF ETHNORELIGION: THE CASE 2.

OF THE UNITY OF THE BRETHREN" RICHARD MACHALEK, SOCIOLOGY TRINITY UNIVERSITY. "REFORMIST TRADITIONALISM AND COURAGE TO 3.

SYNTHESIS: THE CZECH EXPERIMENT IN DEMOCRATIC JUSTICE" MIROSLAV J. HANAK, LITERATURE AND LANGUAGES, EAST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY. *10:00 A.M. - 12:00 NOON GROUP D PRESENTATIONS, ROOM 708 MODERATOR: SYLVIA GRIDER, ENGLISH, TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY 1.

2.

3.

"THE CONTRIBUTIONS AND LIFE OF THE CZECHS IN TEXAS" JOE MALIK, JR., HEAD, RUSSIAN, UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA. "THE CZECH ETHNIC COMMUNITY IN TEXAS, 18501920" PHIL HEWITT, RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, INSTITUTE OF TEXAS CULTURES. "A STUDY OF ARNOST BERGMANN" NICK A. MORRIP PRESIDENT, S.P.J.S.T.

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*DUE TO THE NUMBER OF PRESENTATIONS SCHEDULED, SOME OF THE SESSIONS MUST BE HELD CONCURRENTLY. 12:00 NOON - 1:00 P.M. NOON BREAK *1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.

PANEL DISCUSSION: "THE CZECH HERITAGE OF TEXAS: WILL IT BE PRESERVED?" MAIN AUDITORIUM MODERATOR: JIM MENDL PANELISTS: BISHOP JOHN L. MORKOVSKY, J. J. KARAS, REV. HENRY BESEDA, AMOS PAVLIK, RUDY SEFCIK, MARIA A. ZVOLANEK, GEORGE PREVRATIL.

*1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.

SLIDE SHOWS WITH NARRATION, BACKSTAGE THEATER "THE ARCHITECTURE OF EARLY CZECH LODGES IN TEXAS: ROGER KOLAR, ARCHITECT, AUSTIN, TEXAS. "ERNST RABA: PHOTOGRAPHER: PORTRAITS OF A SOCIAL RITE OF PASSAGE" GLEN LICH, ENGLISH, SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY.

2:30 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. *3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.

AFTERNOON BREAK PANEL DISCUSSION: "CZECH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION IN TEXAS: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE," MAIN AUDITORIUM. MODERATOR: JIM MENDL. PANELISTS: J. J. SKRIVANNK, WILLIAM SOUCHEK, NICK A. MORRIS, C. S. SMITH, THEO HALAMA, AND THADIOUS POLASEK.

*3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.

GENEALOGICAL WORKSHOP, BACKSTAGE THEATER ROBERT JANAK COORDINATOR: PANELISTS: JOHN T. KROULIK, MRS. ALFRED HILSHER, MRS. J. C. MILLER, ALBERT J. BLAHA. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE AUDIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED AT ALL THE SESSIONS. SATURDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 28, 1978 SEATON STAR LODGE 8 MILES EAST OF TEMPLE ON STATE HIGHWAY 53 8:00 P.M. - 12:00 P.M.

DANCE - MUSIC BY THE RHEIN STEINS FREE ADMISSION TO REGISTRANTS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1978 SEATON STAR LODGE

10:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

LATE REGISTRATION AT THE DOOR.

11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

NOON MEAL AT THE LODGE. (PRICE NOT INCLUDED IN THE REGISTRATION FEE.)

Wednesday, October 25, 1978

1:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.

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DEMONSTRATION OF THE

REV. JOHN J. SOCHA: SLOVAK FOLK SONGS THE MARUSAK FAMILY SINGERS: CZECH AND MORAVIAN FOLK SONGS THE UNIVERSITY CZECH SINGERS: CZECH AND MORAVIAN FOLK SONGS FRANK KUBENA: "THE IMPORTANCE OF PRESERVING CZECH FOLK SONGS IN TEXAS" THE HLAHOL THEATER GROUP: SELECTIONS FROM "ROMANEK KRASNE CIKANKY" (MUSICAL COMEDY).

THE TEXAS CZECH DANCERS IN REVIEW: "PREHLIDKA TEXASKYCH CESKYCH TANECNIKU: (BESEDA DANCING) BARBARA DYBALA: "HISTORY OF THE CYMBAL" RAY AND GIL BACA: "OVER 100 YEARS OF BACA MUSIC" (INCLUDES PERFORMANCE ON THE "CYMBAL" DULCIMER) 10. SEATON BRASS BAND AND CHOIR (INCLUDES PRESENTATION ON CZECH MUSIC IN TEXAS BY NICK MORRIS AND WAYNE COBB): MUSIC BY KMOCH AND OTHER SELECTIONS, INCLUDING "AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL." SPECIAL EXHIBITS SPECIAL EXHIBITS WILL BE PRESENTED IN ROOM 703 BY: MRS. JOHN M. SK RIVANEK, MISS AGNES HOUDEK, ALDEN SMITH, SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF THE AMERICAN SOKOL ORGANIZATION, CALVIN CHERVENKA, AND OTHERS. CREDITS SPECIAL THANKS TO ALFRED KLUSACEK, PRESIDENT OF S.P.J.S.T. (SEATON) LODGE #47 AND LODGE SYMPOSIUM COMMITTEE MEMBERS EMILY STUTEVILLE, LILLIAN KOSAREK, MARY VASICEK, LEON SODEK, AND LEON ZAVODNY FOR COORDINATING SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY ACTIVITIES. THIS SYMPOSIUM IS SPONSORED BY TEXAS McM UNIVERSITY AND IS SUPPORTED BY GRANTS FROM THE TEXAS COMMITTEE FOR THE HUMANITIES AND THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES, WITH A SUPPLEMENTAL GRANT FROM THE CZECH EX-STUDENTS ASSOCIATION OF TEXAS. CLINTON J. MACHANN, aYiv1POSIUM DIRECTOR HENRY D. POPE, COORDINATOR, L.A. CONTINUING EDUCATION, TAMU CALVIN C. CHERVENKA, SPECIAL TJC CONSULTANT

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FEATURES SPJST PERFORMERS AT OKTOBERFEST AT GRAND PRAIRIE OCTOBER 27-29

Texas Children Czech Dancers of Dallas, under the direction of Mrs. Danny Vrla, will perform at the Oktoberfest at Grand Prairie.

YOUTH SECTION From The Lodge Youth Leaders LODGE NO. 20, GRANGER Dear Members, The Granger Youth Club held their regular meeting Sunday, Oct. 15th, at 2:30 p.m. with some 30 members and guests present.

The officers elected to serve for the year 1978-79 are: President — Kelly Cavanaugh Vice President — Debbie Marburger Secretary — Mandy Mikulencak Treasurer — Terry Loessin Parliamentarian — Staci Tolbert Reporter — Tessa. Mikulencak Historian — Molly Crider.

The treasurer, Terry Loessin, was asked to notify all members of the amount of dues owed by each member.

Our Halloween party is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 31st, at 6 p.m.

We will open the party with a `Spook Dog' supper followed by trick or treating. Everyone will re-

turn around 8 p.m. to play games, eat popcorn and treats, and discuss the tricks and they received.

The officers of the SPJST will be contacting the memibers as to how they can help.

The next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 12th, at 2:30 p.m.

District II Youth Counselor Frank Klinkovsky will be our guest speaker. He will go over the point system and also have a surprise for the members.

The youth have also planned to visit the Bluebonnet Nursing Center to entertain the residents with singing and piano solos after the meeting. Upon returning, the youth will enjoy refreshments. This is scheduled for Nov. 12th.

Please plan to be present at the Halloween party and the next meeting, set for Sunday, Nov. 12, beginning at 2:30 p.m.

After our meeting was adjourned everyone packed into cars and headed for Temple to enjoy the District II Youth Function. We arrived at the SPJST Supreme Lodge at 4 p.m. and had a most educational tour of the Czech Archives. The youth seemed in a hurry to go skating but the leaders would have enjoyed touring the

Kathy and Ray Pottkotter of Dallas, members of the Texas Czechs in Review will participate at the first annual Oktoberfest at Grand Prairie. Both are members of Lodge 130, Dallas. archives for (another couple of hours, since there was so much to see.

Back into the cars we loaded up with our other fellow lodge members from throughout District II and headed for Skate Haven for some two hours of skating. After the skating, there was a drawing with two of our Granger members winning and they were Brinna Bohac and Molly Crider.

The youth enjoyed visiting with the members from the other lodges and discussing everything that had happened to them during the summer. The adult leaders also enjoyed visiting with each other.

Granger youth then topped it off by going to McDonald's for ham.burgers}, fries, and shakes, and let me tell you we really had to keep our eyes on our fries. When we arrived home everyone was very tired, but happy.

Special thanks to our District II Youth Counselor Frank Klinkovsky for arranging this lovely afternoon for our youth. The first question asked when we came home was, "when are we going again?"

Fraternally yours, Rita Marburger Youth Leader SPJST

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Wednesday, October 25, 1978 LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Lodge No. 188 Youth Clubs, both senior and junior, will meet at the lodge in Centerville Tuesday, Oct. 31st at 7 p.m. for a Halloween party.

The senior club, will have a hayride followed by a wiener roast.

The junor club will have corny dogs at the lodge, a spook room to tour, games, ghost stories and a costume contest.

Each member may bring one guest, Fraternally, Mrs. Emma Bass Youth Leader - SPJST -

Letters From The Youth LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON Dear Readers, The youth club of Lodge 142 would like to say thank you to all who donated cakes, etc., for our cake booth at the District V meeting which was held at our lodge Oct. 8th. Those who donated pastry were: Mrs. Pearl Hanka, Mrs. Frances Grossman, Mrs. Millie Linhart, Mrs. Evelyn Mikeska, Mrs. Tillie Helmcamp, Mrs. Henrietta Veselka, Dennis Veselka, Karen Jochen, William Janik, Mrs. Earline Janik, Mrs. Rosie Tumis, Curtis and Keith Kieschnick and Annie and Frankie Pavlicek. Also a thank you to Mr. Robert Kieschnick for being our auctioneer and Mr. Tommy Lostak for his support.

Dina Ward and Vivian Hegwood did their Car Wash dance for our program.

Our next District V meeting will be March 11th, 1979, at Needville. Mr. Wahlberg is also planning a family picnic to be at Bear Creek Park May 6th. He will tell us more at the Spring meeting in March.

Fraternally, Dennis Veselka (15) (10-16-78) Treasurer - SPJST â&#x20AC;&#x201D; LODGE NO. 58, HUNGERFORD Dear Readers, The October meeting was held at Melvin Marek's home. Mona Holmes called the meeting to order.

Phyllis Spacek led the pledge and the SPJST song. Anthony Spacek collected dues. Melissa Brandt called the roll and read the minutes of the last meeting.

There was no old business.

Under new business we discussed Christmas gifts. We drew names and set a price for the presents.

Then we sang "Happy Birthday" to Phyllis Spacek.

The meeting was adjourned.

After the meeting we held a social.

Guests were Lana Chumchal, Lisa and Tammy Dybala, Melanie Vick, Amber Socha, and Debra and Donna Kahanek. We played a few games.

For refreshments we had hamburgers, chips and dips, sweets, candy and cokes. Everyone had a nice time.

At the November meeting we will have a craft to entertain us. I will see you at the next meeting.

Fraternally, Phyllis Spacek (10-16-78) Reporter - SPJST â&#x20AC;&#x201D; LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Dear Readers, "Grease" was the name of the movie we went to see on Oct. 10th.

We had an attendance of 21 and a great time.

Oct. 12th was our regular business meeting. We had 14 members and four adults present. Susie Harper led the pledge.

Lyn Leonhardt had a birthday.

After Melissa Wickel's treasurer's report, we discussed if we could afford to go to New Braunfels for our after-school outing.

Ora Lee Wiekel presented the figures from the motel, after which, we decided to check into some other activities. Paula Key will check on some events and places in East Texas.

For Halloween it was decided to go to the movie "Heaven Can Wait" on Oct. 29th, at the Simon Theatre and invite the Luther League to join us. The fun-house after the movie will be the surprise. It was also agreed to go to the Cozy Theatre on Nov. 2nd to see "The Cat from Outer Space."

The meeting adjourned for games, a Halloween contest, refreshments and sloppy joes. The youth club served the food which was prepared by our mother lodge and it was very delicious.

Fraternally, Sue Lynn Schoenst (10-16-78) Reporter SPJST

WHY I AM PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN Speech by State Queen Tena Urbanek Over two hundred years ago, Patrick Henry said, "Give me liberty or give me death." Henry and thousands of fellow Americans were being persecuted for their religious and political views, but the Americans forced the British from our shores helping to form the unique country in which we live today. They created what we know as a democracy in which we are 'able to help govern ourselves. We are given the privilege to vote on the laws in which we are to abide by. There is no other country which can boast of a successful dembcratic government such as ours. Our democracy has given us freedom of speech. We no longer have to hide our thoughts in fear of execution as in other countries.

We have seen freedom of the press exercised daily in American newspapers. This is easily, recognized in times of election. 'Unlike some countries in which elitists dictate their citizens' lifestyles, we can choose our own personal goals and occupations. As a result our educational opportunities, we are able to compete with other highly advanced nations in academic endeavors. We are given the options of participating in organizations which will help us for life ahead such as the SPJST. I am proud of my Czech heritage and I am free to participate in the customs of Czechoslovakia. But most of all, I am proud of American life today.

We are given the chance to see the beauty which is unmarred by man and to learn to care for our land instead of destroying it. This is truly "The Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave." This is why I am proud to be an American!

Thank you!

Tena Urbanek, State Queen, 1978 - SPJST LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Dear Readers, Our juniors and teenagers visited the rest home Oct. 11th. We were requested to do the Ceska Beseda for them. The rest home residents always wait for our visits. We always bring them some baked goodies.

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Fraternally, (10-19-78) Theresa Dobecka, (12) WHAT MY FAMILY MEANS TO ME Speech by State King Donnie Lueck My family is my inspiration to live a clean, healthy life, and to be a proud example of what they have taught me.

My family to me means: Love Hope Laughter Leadership Fun Respect My dad is my main man. He is my guide that leads me to walk in a straight Christian-like manner.

My mom is a comfort when we are down and a reassurance to us when we falter and brags too much when we are only half way there.

My brothers are fun, players, and leaders. Maybe not always the leaders my dad has taught them to be, 'but leaders all the same.

My dad is the main rock that the family is built upon. He is our cornerstone and everything I do good comes from that stone. My dad makes a lot of decisions around the house. All of the decisions are good; some we do not like, but we abide by his rules anyway for he is the head of our family and we respect and love him very much.

My mother is the other rock. She is the attorney and the go-between.

She presents our cases to dad and therefore softens his decisions concerning us. We love her very much for that.

So if someone were to ask me, "what does your family mean to you?", I would say, "my family means food on the table, clothes on my back, a roof over my head with love and respect, to me' Because of these things on any given date I would give my life for any member of my What I have told you today is what my family means to me and I am proud to be a member of my State King, 1978 SPJST

LODGE 14O. 54, WEST Dear Members, President Greg Hutyra opened the meeting at 7 p.m. at our SPJST lodge home.

The minutes were read and approved. A treasurer's report followed.

Youth Club members welcomed Kevin Maier as our new member.

We will most likely have a Pizza Party for Christmas, which will be discussed thoroughly at our next month's meeting on Nov. 15th.

Those of you who haven't paid up your club dues, please do so at the meeting because you will not be eligible to go to our annual party if you don't.

Congratulations to State Queen Tena Urbanek and Duchess Donna Stanislav of Lodge 66 who received the honors at the recent State Royalty competition.

Sharon Picha and Troy Gerik were the only October Birthday celebrants.

There were no door prizes given because we are saving our money for the Christmas party.

The meeting adjourned at 8 p.m.

Refreshments of cake and soft drinks followed.

Fraternally, Laurie Zahirniak (10-17-78) Reporter - SPJST LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Dear Readers, Our last meeting was Wednesday Oct. 11th at 7:30 p.m.

First of all we started out by having crafts. We made little candy dishes from ash trays.

After crafts the meeting was called to order and the pledge of allegiance was recited.

The secretary's report and the treasurer's report were approved as read.

We discussed having a Halloween party on Oct. 29th. A few persons were assigned to make up games, and set up for the party.

Everyone was asked to wear a costume; whoever wears the best one will receive a prize. :th a bake sale at the dance and each of us were asked to bring a cake.

After the meeting we had re(-1-18-78) Allis Krajca SPJST -

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Dear Readers, We will have our Halloween party Nov. 3rd. The committee has planned a very spooky spookhouse.

We will also play games and have Halloween treats.

Oct. 28th we will have a cleanup day at our lodge and we are all supposed to help. A meal will be prepared for all workers.

Soon we will start on our Christmas program.

Fraternally, (10-19-78) Delores Dot ecka (14) SPJST

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Dear Readers, We went to the State Fair in Dallas. We danced the Ceske Beseda on the Band Shell stage.

Both the teenagers and the Juniors danced. We will make a spookhouse for Halloween. We all are waiting to have our hayride, because it is always lots of fun. hope the weather does not turn cold.

Fraternally, (10-19-78) Shirley Dobecka (10) SPJST ---

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Dear Readers, Lodge No. 24 had their regular monthly meeting Oct. 10th. We discussed a social. We will have a Halloween party at Flag Han. There will â&#x20AC;˘be a small fee for the Spookhouse and social games. Refreshments, hot dogs, and homemade sweets will â&#x20AC;˘be sold. the party will be Sunday, Oct. 29 from 4 to 8 p.m. The public is cordially invited.

Fraternally, Donald Malovets (10-19-78) Reporter SPJST

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Wednesday, October 25, 1978

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Death Claims Paid in September, 1978 TEMPLE, TEXAS October 1„ 1978 Death Date of Lodge Claim No. Location Admission No. Name 10-15-62 28 East Bernard 13031 Elmer M. Reagan 4- 8-41 29 Taylor 13032 Lillian Carroll 11- 3-19 13033 Gustina (Augustina) Zel/a 138 Ganado 7- 8-23 24 Cyclone 13034 Frances Stanek 4-23-35 84 13035 Rudolf Malik Dallas 3-18-17 133 San Antonio 13036 Sophie Maly 7-20-40 88 Houston 13037 Agnes MicuIke

Date of Death 8-10-78 8-21-78 8-22-78 8-17-78 7-27-78 8-10-78 7-22-78

Age 75 70 80 84 59 93 57

Cert. No. 0-28028 B-2885 A-7611 A-11842 B-1321 A-11192 0-5727 & C-42275, 5- 8-27 78 B-276 54 West 7- 3-78 13038 Julia Husak 3- 9-44 87 1 Fayetteville 8-11-78 B-3391 13039 Julia Hillman 6- 9-44 79 23 B-3445 8-31-78 Moravia 13040 Anton J. Till 2-14-44 24 Cyclone 67 9- 5-78 C-7234 & 13041 Selma L. Schiller C-10403 9-24-70 22 6 Cottonwood 8-14-78 0-48964 13042 Timmy P. Enders 9-26-42 48 Beyersville 82 8-29-78 B-3176 13043 Lillie Bell Rummel 87 79 8-25-78 Corpus Christi 3-10-12 A-2748 13044 Frank Laza 3-18-37 36 West 64 0-3795 8-27-78 13045 Rose Deiterman 3-12-11 20 86 A-3811 8-14-78 Granger 13043 Emilie Dongress 1-27-43 49 87 B-3211 8- 7-78 Rowena 13047 Frances Ripple 2-17-77 55 W-70639 88 Houston 3- 6-78 13048 Mary Z. Welch 6- 9-44 75 1 7-27-78 C-7438 Fayetteville 13049 Eddie Joe Noska 7-13-19 54 82 A-7400 West .8-21-78 13050 Christine Milberger 6- 9-18 77 8 Weimar 9- 2-78 A-6597 13051 Robert Barta 12- 3-35 58 D-244 & 177 9-10-78 Academy 13052 Johnnie Lee Sefcik D-2849 4-10-46 8-27-78 67 D-1835 9 Snook 13053 Hubert G. Philp 6-20-51 81 9- 9-78 0-11059 184 Moulton 13054 Hermina Kubenka 9-23-11 88 A-5846 & 8-10-78 29 Taylor 13055 August Hranicky B-2374 10-20-12 89 9- 5-78 130 Dallas A-6069 13056 Albina Koza 6-17-59 Sweet Home 9-11-78 67 63 B-22435 13057 Ben Bolech 12- 1-47 9- 7-78 106 La Grange 67 E-273 13058 John Ermis 5-22-57 9-14-78 64 54 West MC-82 13059 Albert Leroy Garner 11-15-58 9- 8-78 55 148 Blessing C-9969 13060 Franklin J. Vavra To the bereaved survivors of our deceased brothers and sisters, the Supreme Lodge expresses its heartFraternally yours, felt sympathy.

Leonard D. Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer Only two kinds of merchandise directly or through the postmaster, BEWARE OF MAIL FRAUD can be sent legally through the or contact the Federal Trade ComBeware of mail fraud through unordered merchandise — it cheats mails to a person without prior mission, Washington, D.C. 20580, she adds. customers out of millions of dollars consent — - SPJST (1) free samples which are each year, says a consumer inplainly and clearly marked, and formation specialist.

(2) merchandise mailed by a Federal law says an individual may consider unordered merchan- charitable organization asking for John Peter, 91, of Penelope, died dise received in the mail as a gift contributions.

When mail fraud is suspected, Thursday evening, Oct. 19th in and can keep it, discard it or give West Community Hospital. Funeral it away, without paying for it, hold all letters including the envelopes and other materials related services were held at 3 p.m. SaturClaudia Kerbel explains. day in Kotch Funeral Home ChapMs. Kerbel is with the Texas to the questionable scheme, the el, 'with SPJST Vestnik Editor Rudy Agricultural Extension Service, The specialist advised.

See if neighbors or business Sefcik officiating. Cremation folTexas A&M University System. lowed in Fort Worth. Brother Peter It is illegal for the person or firm friends have also received similar was a longtime member of Lodge sending it to pressure a consumer materials.

Report the matter to the area No. 38, West. to return it or for them to send a postal inspector by contacting him bill for it, she points out.

NEWSBRIEFS

PODPORA LIDSKOST BRATRSTVI Ceski'iii Cast tiedni organ Slovanske Podporujici Jednoty Maltz Texas, zaloiene roku 1$57 RCIeNiK 66 tiSLO 43

Z redakce eskY Den v Dallas se pane' vydatil a takte2 vystupy, ye vegkerYch mestech, soulxnu "Moravanky". Vgechna test v gem udinkujicim vgude! Dal gi si ptedtete dopis sestry Houdkove.

Ted' marne pted sebou "deg v.

Texasu" (Program je uveden v anglicke dasti.) tzv. symposium v Temple, Texas v patek, v sobotu a v nedeli 27., 28., a 29. t.m. Doufame, te bude take prospe gnY do budoucna! Na shledanou jestli osud dovoli.

Prave ye dtvrtek, 19. kijna na ygtivil tiskarnu a redakci velvyslanec OSSR p. Jaromir Johanes s manielkou a panem SarnovskYm. Radi jsme je uvideli a ptejem mnoho itspechu do budoucna. Jsou pkijemni lids, jako lids deskeho ptvodu!

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25. iijna 1978 zajima nebot' z toho kraje mam nekolik panen velkYch v tech samYch krojich. Ona mela kroj z Morayske Nove Vsi a hezky ji to slugolo. Poznali jsme ten pi. Slabakovou man2elku kapelnika Jana Slabaka a jag* i jine, mezi nimi p. Pfeffera. Tento me sclelil. 2e pochazi nedaleko od Hovoran jako moje dobra, plitelkyne pi. Marie Dugkova, a on slibil, ge sestru teto (pi. Hradilovou) pak navAtivi ptijede donni. Pan Pfeffer jest velmi ptijemnY a veselY dlovek a velmi nas te gilo si s nim promluvit.

Soubor sestaval s celkem 18. Merit, mezi nimi te2 byly tti damy, ktere hezky zpivaly a taneily pti krasne hudbe dechovky. Bylo pf1tomno mnoho tech krajanti kteti pochazeli z Moravy a pro ty to byl den vzporninek na rodnY kraj a na mladi tam stravene. Ka2dY se ptal hudebnikti odkud pochazi, zda nejsou z jejich rodneho kraje. Pani Vlasakova, ktera bydli zde, se dovedela, 2e mezi hudebniky jest jeden krajan s jeho2 sestrou chodila do Akoly v kyjoyskern kraji.

Pro ta,kove to byl jiste nezapomenutelny oka,m2ik pinY vzpominek.

Ale i pro nas zde rozene to bylo nee° na co nikdy nezapomenem a na col jsme hrdi. Hudebnici nam hrali a2 do jedne z Milnoci a neradi jsme se s nimi Donfame, *2e zase /lady k nam zavi taji abychom znova pro2ivali ten krasnY paitek jejich hudby Snad se tak stane a uvidime je zase zde u nas.

Soubor bude miti celkem asi 10 zastavek v Texasu a ja vim, 2e vgude zvitezi svou jedineonou krasnou hudbou. Poslall jsme pozdravy stare vlasti po pi. Vyoraloye a p. Pfefferovi a ptall jim mnoho ftspechil a gt'astnou cestu domft - SPJST — 60TILETt VirRat REPUBLIKY tESKOSLOVENSKt

MORAVANKA V DALLAS, TEXAS Krajane v nagem Dallasu men nejkrasnejAi pokitek v sobotu 14. tijna na zdej gi katolicke sini, kdy soubor Moravanka z 6eskoslovenska nam zahrali ty krasne pisne 'desk& lined jak zadali brat tak o'becenstvo tleska.lo nad genim a opravdu vette, ie srdce nam radosti poskodilo nad tou krasou Kdy2 hrali to oblibenou Kmochovu "Koline, Koline" lids zpivali s nimi a jasali. Napted byl koncert a pak zadali twat k tanci a to hned bylo kola pine. Nekolikrate lide povstali a dali jim zaslou2enou ovaci, a 2e byla sin zapineina tak to .bylo jiste hluene. To bylo 4 hodiny, pekne hudby a pobaveni.

Byla jsem pozvand s plitelkyni Janeekovon abychom pH.ly do oblekarny, 2e. p1. Vyoralova nam tika2e svtlj kroj z Podlu2i na Mo28. tijna tomu bude 60 let, kdy ray& ktery byl velice peknY. Me to Po 300 letech v podruei Habsbur-

ku, znova ziskaly Ceske zeme samostatnost a spolu se Slovenskem zrodila se r. 1918 svobodna republika teskoslovensko.

Diky buditelnm, jent udriovali rodniy jazyk a narod ve vita, jak Amos KomenskY prorokoval, net jako prvni exulant opustil rodnou Moravu: ". . . a vlakla veci TvYch, narode deskY, zase navrati se do rukou TvYch lids deskY." Jak v minulosti tak i za poslednich 601et, narod eeskY pragel mno ha zmenarai, jen2 ize ptidisti Ceske povaze, jest nas provazi, at' jsme kdekoliv, na celem svete. Nedbajice jeden druheho, nepodporujice se navzajem jako celek, Ltraceli jsme vliv, respekt a odolnost. koda 2e se nedbalo a nedba slov otce naroda Fr. Palaickeho, jen2 v2dy nabadal a hlasal, "Kdy2 kaklY budem z kternene g,cely narod bude z kvadru, a nikdo nas neptemilie!"

Ptes yeechnu dovednost, produk tivitu a bohatou historii narod jako takovy po tticeti letech duverou v zapad byl zbaven sve samostatfast! v roku 1938 — 1939 Nemeckem a kde je dnes, kaidY posudle podle sveho.

S ohledem na historii, i my v nagich spolcich, melt bychom se varovati miti za Mena kohokoliv, nebot' drive, nebo pozdeji dopadnern jako ee gi po bitve ala Bile hote r.

1620. Misto aby spolupraeoval, si na pomoc vzal cizir a v pamatne bitve, kde na obou stranach byli tegi a presto, 2e Moravani se dr2eli do po sledniho, se vge prohralo a od toho Casu nam cizinci vladli 300 let!

Dodnes existuji mezi deskYm lidem verge; "?le matieko zle, Branibott zde. Maji velke Cepice, poberou nam slepice. Maji velke kabaty, poberou nam dukaty."

Budf2 toto vYrodi zrozeni samostatnosti republiky Oeskoslovenske ptile2itosti k avaze, ie mama hajit co je nage a mit odvahu tech Pra2an0, kdy2 r. 1848 rakouskji general Windlegratz oblehal Prahu.

Prsbne zpivall: "My Prahu neda-

Ve sttedu 25. tijna 1978 me, nedame radeji ji zbourame, zbourfune;. . ." no a general odtall. Cisatovna Marie Terezie zrugila robotu, Praha znstala cela a tak tadne strachy, tedy hleern. e se dreet nag ich deskych zakladu co nejvic.

Napsal Karel Sicner z Houstonu

Sled. Aneika Hondkava OSMATEICATit cESKOSLOWENSKi DEN V DALLAS, TEXAS Nas osrnatticatY CeskoslovenskY den se nam zase pane yydakil.

Poeasi bylo nadherne nebot' z rdna bylo derstvo a chladnavo a pak odpoledne slunidko zaealo pane brat, jakoby radosti, to ten nat den tak pekne dopadne. Take snad proto, to jsme ten den oslavili 60. *al vyhlageni republiky 6eskoslovenske presidentem Masarykem v na gi Philadelfii.

Rano od 9 do 10 hodin byla slouSena mg e deska msgrem. J. Haniekem v Hall of State se zpevem sbo ru z Dallas, Ennis a Abbott, Texas a lektorem Amos Pavlikem.

Orchestra zahrala hymny — americkou i deskoslovensitou a pek ne nam je zazpivala sl. Sandra Vinklerova, pak bylo pokradovano prograniem. Cereraoniatem byl p.

25 Calvin Chervenka, kterY ptedstavil zastupce nageho mayora Folsoma, a ten kratce promluvil a ptal mnoho zdaru na gi °slave. Pak pan Philip Reames, pfedseda leto g -nioslavyperomluvikptomnYm. Pan Chervenka pane vy svetlil anglicky o deskYch ptistehovalcich a jak pomahali vybudovat Texas a jak vgichni pracuji a-bychom si udr geli ten nag' vellEY svatek — nag Oeskoslovenskg den zde v Dallas. Pak o pul jedenacte at do poledne dallaska koncertni orchestra hrala k poslechu. Dallaska orchestra stkidave hrala pek ne a mezitim zas druha eisla prisia fadu. Pak pied jevi gtern v Band Shell skupiny z West, Abbott a Dallas zatandili deskou Besedu velice hezky, a deti rfiznfth spolkii zatanelly na jevigti taneeky. Po nich mladi sokolove ptedvedli evident. Mezitim ye Women's budove byl take program ve kterem pi.

Rose Parmova, ptivitala obecenstvo spolu se si. Marilyn Parmovou.

Omladina od tadu 84 SPJST zatandili a po nich sestry VIkovy zahraly a zazpivaly Ceske pis ne. Sestry tyto hraji na harmoniky a pki torn zpivaji. Nakonec pi.

Helen Oatesova, vysvetlila ktere damy mely kroje a odkud, cot bylo 'Acne. Program trval hodinu a pak se elo zas do Band Shell na dalgi program, kde dallaska kon icertni orchesta zas ptednesla peknou hudbu. Pak Tony Paylieek z Ennis a Johnny Hubakek hezky za hrali na harmoniky ty nage pisne.

Pak byli oznameny vitezove ye volbe krale a kralovny a ti mantel& ktetl jsou nejdele tenati. VYsledek byl, to kralovnou oznamend jako pi. M. Toberna 84 late. a F. Polan,skY. 85 letY jako kral. Mantele Otto Hanukvi z Waco jsou spolu 58 let a tak obdreeli take pekny poharek s venovanim jako ten kral a kralovna. Take bylo oznameno ceremonial-am S. Patskern, to pan Jerry Urban nav gtevuje vYstavu texaskou jit pinfrch 58 let a p. John Slovak 59 let. cot je j u ste dlouha doba. Myslim, oba take vkly byli na 6eskoslovenskem dnu cel rch 38 let. Tanednici z Abbott, Tx., nam zatandili Morayskou Besedu a banackon na jevigti take pekne. Po nich Vlkovy sestry opet zahralv a zazpivaly Ceske pisne a rodfee jerch byli ptedstaveni. Po nich sl. A, Houd-

kove. pkivitala v,gechny pkitomne eesky a vyvolavala krajany v pfrvodnich krojich a vysvetlila odkud pochazeji. Bylo jich dosti, nejvice od Kyjova a ze Slovenska a dva Ceske. US bych byla zapomnela, to hudebnici ze souboru Moravanka ptigli a zahrali nam nekolik pfsni, ktere se velmi libily nagim lidem — tern zde rozentn kteki mail radi deskou hudbu. Soubor pak mu sel jet do Burleson, Tx., kde melt brat ten veeer. Pak je gte hrali hudebnici Polka Tones a za nimi Dix ie Polka Kings a program byl vyeerpan, neb bylo jit veeer. Na Big Tex jevigti sokolove z Hoarstnnu a z Dallas snad ptedvedli cvieeni a po nich tandend slovenska, Beseda.

Jegte musim podotknout, tie jsem velice rada videla pana redaktora R. Sefeika z West, Tx, kde se tiskne ten nag Vestnik. On take pekne nekolikrate kratice promluvil a ptimlouval se, aby rodiee nein sve deti desky a aby hledeli co nejvice podporovat snateni toho symposium dili konference, aby desirs kul tura a fed byly nam nadale zachovane. Zval take vgechny krajany aby ptigli do Temple ve dnech 27., 28. a 29. Mina a podali sve nazory a navrhy v tech dnech, co by se melo konat v budoucnu. Zaleti nam vgem no, torn velice, proto nezapomente Ku konti ehtela bych je gte tic!, to zase jeden nag teskoslovensk* den byl fispegnST ate doufam, jegte dlouho budeme slaviti tento den v naSem Dallasu a to mlade pokoleni bude pokradovati v nagich Slepejleh nadale. Vgem kteti se zasloutili o irspech tohoto dne patti velky dik nas vgech, neb bez jejich pomoci a velke prke by to rozhodne nemohlo byti. Tedy pta.tele a krajane odevga,d, podporujte a nav gtevujte ty na ge podniky a udrtujme si ten drahSr odkaz nagich rodide a bud'me dobrfrmi Arnerieany ale tea i dobrYmiCechy!

Na shledanou zase na eskoslovenskem dnu v 1979.

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TAK V§ELICOS Aneika lioudkova Veen, me volala ptitelkylnA Dug -kerva„,*tipljdeoBayrnemocice kde budou konat zkoutky aby poznali, co ji pesobi ty velke bolesti v nose. Nerada jsem to slygela

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26 a uptirane doufam, to brzy to vynajdou a ulevi ji v bolesti. Pi. M. Ditikova jest elenkou tadu 84 nmoho let.

• Take v nemocnici se naleze. pi.

Mary Urbanova, mantelka p. Jerry Urbana. Ji bychom take ptall vte debit, nebot' zname ji dlouha 'eta protae jest rozena Machova, z Ennis a byla jeji rodina v natem sousedstvi. Ptejeme brzkou filevu.

Urbanovi jsou rovrie2 elenove u tadu 84 zde.

Pani Virginia Blatney a jeji mantel se opet stall babiekou a dedeekem prvnimu vnukovi kdyi u jeji cicery dostali ptirastek do rodiny. BlatnYch jsou take u tadu 84. Gratulujeme rodine. lidera me byla sdelenii smutna zprava, 2e v Ennis nahle zemiel p.

Frank Martinek. Zanechal mantel ku, dceru a syna, dva bratry a dve sestry. Martinkovi jsou u tadu 25 v Ennis, Tx. Vyslovujeme uptimnou soustrast rodine a jemu piejeme tichY spanek.

MinulY tS7clen zde dole v m'este se stalo velke neltesti kdyi jetab (crane), se kterSrm zdvihali stavbe mrakodrapu blizko Republic National banky, se najednou siltil asi 27 poschodi a zabil okamtidide jetabu. Tento se jmenaval Kenneth Branch a byl jen 37Ietf,r. Kdy2 jetab spadi tak spadi na ulici kde &inn hodne Pkody, ale na Ptesti nebyl nikdo ma ullei, jinak by byl zabit ter. Nyni se vyPettuje prod se jetab stitil. vet nikdy nevi co se behem dne plahodi, ze ano?

V Lubbock, Tx., mantele George a Frances Dale budou 16. tijna oslavovat 80. v*roei mantelstvi nebot' se vzali v 1898. Ji bylo 16 a tenichovi 18 let. Man2ele maji etyt4 syny a dye dcery.. Osmdesat let je jiste dlouha dote v man2elstvi a jeAte kdy2 jsou pri dosti dobrem zdravi, tak je to opravdu kyltuttni, 2e ano?

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nue se iiesky Let Us Study Czech Lekce dvaadvaeata — Lesson 22 (Zajmeno).

Parts of speech — The Pronoun You remember that in your study of English, that a pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun. In Czech, there are 7 types of pronouns.

1. Personal: ji, ty, on ona, ono, oni, ony, and vy.

2. Possessive. mfij tvfij, jeho, jeji, nag yak jejich.

3. Demonstrative: ten, ta, to, tento, tato, too, onen, ona, ono.

4. Interrogative: kdo? co? kterr? jakr? ei?

5. Relative: kterY jeni (who, which, that ....) kdo, co.

6. Indefinite: nekdo, nekterY, nejakY, kdosi, cosi; quantitative pronouns: kaidy, yPechen; esam, sania, samo, tyi tat., tei; latter all expressing identity.

7. Negative: nikdo, nic 1. Personal pronouns; the longer forms — mne, mne, tebe, tobe — are used in emphasis and after prepositions. The shorter forms mi, me. te, ti, — are used when no stress is needed, and are used AFTER the stressed word.

Psal mi.

Znai me?

On mi psal.

Ty me znai?

There is a special REFLEXIVE pronoun, SE for all three persons, singular and plural. Ex.: Ji se myji. On se myje. My se myjeme.

(Let us note here an important spelling rule: When the masculine sex ONLY is involved, the pronoun is oni. When both sexes are involved, the pronoun is still oni. When only the female sex is involved, the pronoun is 0 N Y. Modifying ad je dives and verbs must agree with these endings. Ex.: 2eny donesly. Chlapi donesli. Viich ni (both sexes) donesli.

After prepositions, of course, the j becomes fi I do net°, k nem% s ni, s nimi, etc.

• • Possessive pronouns: correspond to the personal pronouns. For the 1st person singular, the possessive

pronoun is rolij (ma, me) and plural; na g . For the second person singular, it is tstij (tva, tve) — plural vas (ra ge). For the third person singular, masculine and neuter, the possessive pronoun is jeho, which remains invariable; for the 3rd person singular feminine, it is jeji; for the 2nd person plural, it is jejich, for all three genders.

It also remains invariable.

3. Demonstrative pronouns: ten, ta, to, tento, tenhie. Colloqually, tamten or -tamble, is used for 'onen' (yonder, that one). The -gender of course, determines which you use.

4. Interrogative pronouns: kdo, koho, komu, o kom, kYm, co, eeho, eemu, o ken'? elm? pro co? prise? nae? zae?

KterY, jaky — the distinction between these 2 is not always strictly observed.

5. Relative pronouns: kdo — he who.

Ex.: Kdo nepracuje, at' neji.

Co — that which . Ex.: Dojdeme k tomu, o eem jsem chtet mInvit.

Co, is also used colloquioliy, as is: Od to doby, co ... Ude, co tam byli....

Jeni is used mostly in literary style; in speech it is replaced by "kterY — instead of milli, jehoi znam, we say, mut, ktereho roam.

G. Indefinite pronouns: nekdo, nekterY, nejakY, nekde, nekdy; the suffix si: kdo-si, co-si, kdv-si. ei-si; also the suffix—koli: kdokoli, cokoli, jaky-koli,ktery-koli; also the prefix -lee: lec-kdo.

Kaidy may be used only with countable ob j ects; vPechen for uncountable objects. In this plural, vPichni does duty for both countables and uncountables. Examples: kaidy elovek, kaida iena, kaide (levee.

VPichni lido, liechny ieny, siechny chleby, vPechna deveata.

Sam means "alone". Ex.: Byl jsem tam SAM. Samt, same, same, are used to express an idea of fullness or richness: stromy byly samY I:vet; byli tam sami cizinci; na same ► konci; u sameho okna.

7. Negative pronouns: if the prefix 'ni" — is added to the personal pronouns, they are turned into negative pronouns ni-kdo, nic From ktery, jaky, the negative pronoun fatinY is used before nouns: ifidnY elovelt, iadna iena ,etc.

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SPJST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY NOTICE: Standing announcements of lodge meeting dates are published in the Bulletin Board section. * * Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood Friday, Oct. 27 — Social, 8 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 29 — RIMS No. 46 Family Day Friday, Nov. 3 — Social, 8 p.m.

Public is invited Friday, Nov. 10 — Social and Board of Trustees' meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 5 — Muse reunion — SPJST — Lodge No. 13, Dime Box Saturday, Oct. 28 — Nu-Notes — SPJST — Lodge No. 15, Buckholts Wed., Nov. 8 — Lodge meeting and election of officers, 7 p.m.

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Lodge No. 17, Caldwell Sunday, Nov. 5 — Monthly meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 11 — Memorial Services, 11 a.m. at New Tabor Cemetery; N. A. Morris, speaker SPJST —

Lodge No. 18, Elgin Saturday, Oct. 28 — Annual Chili Supper and Fall Festival Saturday, Nov. 4 — Debonaires Saturday, Nov. 11 — The Harold Wood Orchestra Saturday, Nov. 18 — Country NuNotes Sunday, Nov. 19 — Battle dance; Cloverleaf Orch. vs. Lee Roy Matocha Saturday, Nov. 25 — Hi-Toppers Sunday, Nov. 26 — Vrazels — SPJST — Lodge No. 24, Cyclone (Flag Hall) Saturday, Oct. 28 — Cross Country Sunday, Nov. 5 — Hoelscher-Mayer wedding dance; Casuals Saturday, Nov. 11 — Thorton-Fikes wedding dance; The Moods (Dress Regulations: Dresses and pantsuits for women — men: no blue jean..)

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Lodge No. 25, Ennis Saturday, Oct. 28 — Jodie Mikula Saturday, Nov. 4 — Westernaires and Blazers Saturday, Nov. 25 -- Jodie Mikula Saturday, Dec. 2 — American Sunrise Sunday, Dee. 31 — Jodie Mikula

Lodge No. 29, Taylor Sunday, Oct. 29 — Battle dance, 4 to 10 p.m.; Fritz Hodde vs. Ellinger Combo Saturday, Nov. 4 — Joe Patek Sunday, Nov. 5 — Lodge meeting and election of officers for 1979 SPJST —

Lodge No. 35, Elk Saturday, Oct. 28 — The Casuals Saturday, Nov. 4 — Blacky and The Country Gentlemen Saturday, Nov. 11 — Jerry and The Melody Five Sunday, Nov. 12 — Monthly meeting, 3 p.m.; also youth club meeting Saturday, Nov. 18 — Country Medallion Saturday, Nov. 25 — Starlites Sunday, Dec. 10—Christmas party SPJST -

Lodge No. 39, Bryan Saturday, Nov. 4 — Little River Ramblers Saturday, Nov. 18 — Vrazels Saturday, Nov. 25 — Country Combinations SPJST

Lodge No. 40, Hillje Saturday, Nov 11 — Dulwich Fox Thursday, Nov. 23 — Mike Gray's Krystal Blue Saturday, Dec. 9 — Dulwich Fox SPJST —

Lodge No. 47, Seaton Thursday, Oct. 26 — Rules & Regulations Committee, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 28 — Der Rhein Steins Sunday, Oct. 29 — Musical Program Texas Czech Symposium; noon meal served at 11:30; program begins at 1:30p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 4 — Jerry Haisler and The Melody Five Sunday, Nov. 5 — Lodge and YC meetings; election of officers, 1 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 11 — Vrazel Polka Band Tuesday, Nov. 14 — Choral Group 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 18 — Edwin Gass and The Top Five Tuesday, Nov. 21 — Board meeting, 7 p.m.

(Dress Policy: Ladles — dresses only; Men — Dress pants only.

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Lodge No. 54, West Saturday, Oct. 28 — Jim Masheks' 59th anniversary — SPJST —

Lodge No. 66, Waco (Linden Han) Saturday, Oct. 28 — Jerry Haisler Saturday, Nov. 4 — Vrazel Polka Band Saturday, Nov. 11 -- Sagebrush Saturday, Nov. 18 — Rhein Steins Sunday, Nov. 19 — Lodge meeting, election of officers, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 25 — The Casuals EVERY SUNDAY — GAME NIGHT, 7 p.m.

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Lodge No. 74, Lovelady Saturday, Oct. 28 — Back Porch Bunch Sunday, Nov. 12 — Monthly lodge meeting, 3:30 p.m..

(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 6448200.

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Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi Saturday, Oct. 28 — Picnic, rally and dance; Pavelka's Orch.

Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 4-5 — Southern District Sokol Meeting Sunday, Nov. 12 — SPJST Lodge 79 picnic — SPJST — Lodge No. 80, Holland Saturday, Oct. 28 — The Moods Saturday, Nov. 4 — People's Choice Saturday, Nov. 11 — Debonaires Saturday, Nov. 18 — Private party Saturday, Nov. 25 — Moods — SPJST — Lodge No. 81, Needville Sunday, Nov. 12 — Annual lodge meeting and election of officers — SPJST — Lodge No. 84, Dallas Saturday, Nov. 4 — Jodie Mikula's Polka Band Saturday, Nov. 18 — The Country Boys — SPJST — Lodge No. 88, Houston Wed., Oct. 25 — The Guy Lombardo Orchestra (Sold Out!) Saturday, Oct. 28 — Jimmy Brosch and The Country boys Friday, Nov. 3 — Bobby Heiman and High Country Saturday, Nov. 4 — Ray Jurecka Saturday, Nov. 11 — Knights of Dixie Friday, Nov. 17 — Nick Navarro Saturday, Nov. 18 — The Texas Dutchmen Wednesday, Nov. 22 — Dick Allen and The River Road Boys Saturday, Nov. 25 — Les Blumes Band — last time at Lodge 88

Wednesday, October 25, 1978 Social every Thursday night at 8 p.m Supper served from 5 to 8 p .m Breakfast, Saturday, Nov. 18 — Jerry Heisler is served at our Friday and Saturday plus The Journeymen night dances and at all special dances. Saturday, Nov. 25 — The Gentres — SPJST — Second Wednesday each month — Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth youth club meeting, 8:30 p .m,: adult Saturday, Nov. 4 — Harvest Dance, meeting, 7:30 p.m. sponsored by St. George Church Game Night every Tuesday at 7:30 Thursday, Nov. 9 — Ladies Circle p.m Kitchen is open.

Sunday, Nov. 12 — Lodge meeting (Dress Policy: No hats, no raggy or dirty clothes, no shorts, halter tops, midriffs or 2 p.m. shirt tails out) Saturday, Dec. 2 — Polka Patriots SPJST of Dallas Lodge No. 178, Longview Sunday, Dec. 31 -- New Year's Eve Saturday, Oct. 28 — Deadwood Dance Stage SPJST -Sunday, Nov. 19 — Lodge meeting Lodge No. 107, Floresville and election of officers; dinner Sunday, Nov. 12 — Lodge meeting, served at noon 4 p.m. followed by a social Family Game Nights every Friday and — SPJST — Sunday, 7 P.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 112, Guy Lodge No. 179, Warrenton Sunday, Nov. 12 — Lodge meeting and election of officers, 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9 — Lodge meeting at Kolar's Country Corral and election of officers, 7:30 SPJST — p.m.; youth meeting, 7 p.m.

Lodge No. 130 Dallas & Sokol Zizka SPJST — Saturday, Oct. 28 — The Texas Lodge No. 180, Burleson Czech Playboys Saturday, Nov. 11 — Harold Strand Saturday, Oct. 28—Cloverleaf Orch.

Saturday, Nov. 25 — Ennis Country Sunday, Oct. 29 — St. Jude's 13BQ dinner and dance Boys Polka Band (Dress Code: Women — dresses, evening Saturday, Nov. 4 — Country Boys pantsuits Men — coats, leisure suits, Saturday, Nov. 11 — Rollin' With shirts inside trousers; no blue Jeans,) The Flow Saturday, Nov. 18 — Blacky and SPJST — The Country Gentlemen Lodge No. 135, Ennis SPJST — GAMS NIGHT each Friday, 7:30 p,m, Lodge No. 181, Montgomery County SPJST — Family Game Nights every Thursday.

Lodge No. 142, Houston at 8 p.m. Conroe Ballroom, SPJST — Friday, Nov. 3 — Monthly meeting 7:30p.m.

Lodge No. 185, New Braunfels — SPJST — Sunday, Nov. 5 — District VII fall meeting at Eagles Hall, 250 So. Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth St., at 2 p.m. Dance, 5-9 p,m, Saturday, Oct. 28 — Jerry Max Lane SPJST — Tuesday, Oct. 31 — Halloween party Lodge No. 187, Round Reck 7 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 5 — A covered dish Sunday, Nov. 12 — Monthly lodge supper at 3 p.m., at the home of meeting, 3 p.m.

GAMS NIGHT each Friday, 7:30 p,m, Charlie and Mae Silva, 609 E. Liberty. (See Letter for direcSPJST — tions) Lodge No. 172, Pasadena Sunday, Feb. 11, 1979 — Grand Saturday, Nov. 4 — Joe Young opening and dedication of new Saturday, Nov. 18 — Gold Banners hall. (Details forthcoming) Saturday, Dec. 2— City Polka Boys SPJST — Saturday, Dec. 16—Weinert GrohLodge No. 188, Centerville mann Reg. lodge meeting, 2nd Wednesday of Saturday, Oct. 28 — Charles Ellieach month Dances 9 p .m. to 1 a.m. son Socials every Thursday, 8 p,m,, and Saturday at 2 p.m Lodge location: 911 Saturday, Nov. 4 — Ed Jones and Shaw, Phone 47.2-9358, The Buckshots Saturday, Nov. 11 — Charles ElliSPJST — son Lodge No. 177, Academy Saturday, Nov. 18 — The Country Saturday, Oct. 28 — Jerry Dee and Magics the Western Flames Saturday, Nov. 25 — Union Valley Saturday, Nov. 4 — Private party Express Saturday, Nov. 11—Myra J. Temple

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