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VOLUME 67, NUMBER 8

FEBRUARY 21, 1979

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK February 7th, 1979 in conversation with a friend, the conversation turned to Spring and your editor mentioned that the red-breasted robins would probably appear around Valentine's Day, February 14th. Lo and behold, the next day, February 8th we saw two of them and a small group of seven the following day. Valentine's Day, we saw a small group of ducks heading in the northern direction and we had the 80-degree weather for a day or two and we just knew that the Spring season had arrived! Then came the long-range weather broadcast for the next five days: 25-degree weather with rain, sleet and snow Friday and Saturday, February 16th and 17th. We presume we will have to wait a little while, yet.

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SIX FAMOUS AMERICAN SAYINGS: 1. "We must all hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately." --- Ben Franklin. 2. "Give me liberty, or give me death!" --- Patrick Henry. 3. "Surrender in the name of the great Jehovah and the continental congress!" --- Ethan Allen before Fort Ticonderoga. 4. "I can't tell a lie, pa; you know I can't tell a lie. I did cut it with my hatchet." --- George Washington. 5. "Let us cross over the river and rest in the shade of the trees." --- Stonewall Jackson's last words.

6. "We hold these truths to be In this issue is a letter from self-evident; that all men are created Bernard Pivonka about Czech courses equal..." --- Thomas Jefferson. in Houston and we are heartened by his third paragraph stating that: Rice University is now offering a Czech Brother John Stasa's letter conlanguage course. Good luck! tained a notice of Rev. Josef A. A member of Baylor University Barton's death. We are certain that faculty, with a doctor's degree, is the Rev. Barton we had known for attended the "Czech in Texas" 30-plus years and our paths crossed symposium in Temple in October, quite often. 1978 and we discussed the possibility In the early 1950's Dr. John of Czech language courses being ,Skrivanek of TAMU (A&M) called a established at Baylor at that time meeting of Czech-oriented people to and, by telephone, since. It would be found CEFT (The Czech Educational a step forward if that became a Foundation of Texas) (Ceska vzdelareality. 'vajici nadace Texasu) at A&M

University in College Station. If memory serves correctly those present were: Dr. John Skrivanek, Dr. Henry Maresh, Brothers Sid Pokladnik, Stephen Valcik, Lud. Kucera, Rev. Josef Barton, Msgr. Alois Nesvadba and Rudy Sefcik. (We probably have omitted someone, certainly not intentionally). At that meeting CEFT was founded and the chartering legal work was executed by Brother Kucera (free of charge) and $6,500 was donated by those present. We were impressed by the sincerity and hopes of all present.

Faith in yourself---Most men go to pieces when they have had a few good beatings. They wilt. They fade away. They crawl in a safe little corner and hide while the great rough tide of glorious life rushes past them. The fact is that defeat is the normal thing in this haphazard little world and victory comes but seldom. Every victory, usually, is the result of a long series of defeats. A man must have faith in himself, and in what he is trying to do. He must say, "I can." He must back himself to win. He must bet on Himself. He must have faith in the people he works with. He must believe in his team. He must see the better side of his co-workers and not think that his one point of view is the only right one. He must have faith in those great principles that make us superior to the animals of

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SUPREME LODGE SPJST 520 N. Main St. — Temple Tx 76501 Phone: AC 817 773-1575 P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76501 NICK A. MORRIS, President Res. 985-2378 BERNARD M. GEBALA, Vice President — Res. 778-3872 LEONARD MIHESHA, Secy.-Treas. Res. 778-3720 JERRY MIKULAS, JR., Financial Secretary — Res: 773-2950 R. B. LESIKAR, Legal Adviser P. 0. Box 248 Temple, Texas 76501 Telephone (AC 817) 773-2171 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM Otto Hanus, Curator Res: 773- 5294 — Office: 773-1575 DIRECTORS: JOHN A. HUBENA, 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) POHLADNIII, 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. VANEH, 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 Infamy'lie 78114

PUBLICATION COMMIT TEE DI&TRICT ffi — Edward Masenec, Chmn. Route 9, Box 387 Waco 76705 DISTRICT IV — An g eline Hristinek, V-Chmn Route 7, Box 834 — Lubbock 79401 DISTRICT I — Melvin H. Skrabanek, Sec. PO Box 270 — Caldwell 77836 DISTRICT II — Ruby L. Bolton 1017 South 23rd, Tem p le 76501 DISTRICT V — Tommy H. Lostak PO Box 194 — Danbury 77534 DISTRICT VI — So p hie 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 8208 Lakeside Dr. — Fort Worth 78135 MRS. THELMA HRNCIR, Secretary 10610 Stonewall Blvd.—Cor p us Christi 78410 STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MRS. DOROTHY MASSEY, PO Box 100. Temp le, Tx 78501 — Res. Phone 773-3101 STATE FIELD MANAGERS SILAS H. SMITH — PO Box 100, Temple, Tx 76501 — Phone AC 817; 773-1575 Home Phone 817; 756-3427 GENE McBRIDE — PO Box 100, Tem p le, Tx 76501 — Phone AC 817; 773-1575 Home Phone AC 817; 859-5855 DISTRICT SALES REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT I Bennie P. Trcalek — Route 3 Caldwell Tx 77836 — Ph: AC 713; 272-8146 DISTRICT 11 Lad. .1. Zato p ek —, 2605 W. Avenue Z Temple. Tx 78501 — Ph: AC 817: 778-3087 DISTRICT III Alvin Nesuda — Sun Ridge Road, Route 5. Ennis. Tx 75119 — Ph: AC 214; 875-7790 DISTRICT IV (Tem p orarily Vacant) DISTRICT V Mrs. Evel y n Mikeska. 10126 Moorberry Lane Houston, Tx 77080 — Ph: 713: 488-3126 DISTRICT VI Edwin Smaistrla, 305 Birchwood Dr., Victoria, Tx 77901 — Ph: AC 512; 573-7679 DISTRICT VII Mrs. Tillie Valchar — Route 1, Box 83 Jeurdanton, 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 II Frank Xlinkovsky — 1503 E. Central Temp le, Tx 76501 — Ph: AC 817: 773-4801 DISTRICT III Ed Kama — 11012 Genetta Drive Dallas, Tx 75228 — Ph: AC 214; 270-3176 DISTRICT IV Mrs. Ed. Haider — Route 1 Seymour, Tx 76380 — Ph: At 817; 808-3309 DISTRICT V Richard 9. Wahlberg — 10506 Mayfield Rd., Houston. Tx 77043 — Ph: AC 713; 468-2497 DISTRICT VI Mrs. Frank Brdecka — Route 1, Box 150 Rosenber g , 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 exp ense of publishing engagement and weddin g Pictures must be born b y the sender. Chan ges of address and correspondence concerning delivery of the Vestnik must be sent to the Su p reme Lodge, Box 100, Temple, Texas 78501. Paid

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the forest---truth, honesty, sympathy, justice and progress. * When our thoughts focus on the subject of success and failure, we cannot help but believe that common sense and intellectual ability are the outstanding factors governing success in every phase of human existence, especially in these present times when conditions are changing so rapidly. They are absolutely essential to success in business. The truth of this statement is attested by a multitude of experiences common to everyday life. Let's take for an example: Two farmers live side by side on adjoining farms. One succeeds, educates his children and retires with a competency in due time. The other fails, his children are poorly educated. He and they revolve hopelessly on the wheel of life. Two merchants have stores on opposite corners of the same street. One prospers and the other one goes bankrupt. The former pays promptly for whatever he buys and the latter is always in debt. Another example: Two manufacturers making identical products under equally favorable conditions, commence business at the same time. One grows great with the years and the other flounders and fails after exhausting his working capital. Why? The successful ones were known by their neighbors to possess sound judgement, to study their affairs intently, to take action only after ascertaining all the facts in the case, in short to be thoughtful, forward-looking, hard-working men. The unsuccessful ones were known to be undecisive, impulsive, tradition-ridden, careless, speculative and leisureloving men, men who preferred every form of human endeavor to that of cultivating and training their minds. Then again indolent men, mentally alert, are known to succeed many times where hard-working, uneducated men fail. Undoubtedly, knowledge is the fundamental principle of success in business and knowledge can only be acquired by studious application to the solution of the problems of life, spiritual, social, financial and commercial.

Wednesday, February 21, 1979

NEWSBRIEFS

SCHEDULE OFFICERS' WORKSHOPS — 1979

State Representative Dan Kubiak and his wife Zana announce the birth of a son, Kody Earl Kubiak, born Valentine's Day at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple. The Valentine's Day baby, named for his maternal grandfather, weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces and was born at 3:37 p.m. Mrs. Kubiak and the baby are in excellent health following the delivery. The Kubiaks also have a 7-year-old son, Kelly Dan and a 4-year-old daughter, Alyssa Lea. Brother Kubiak is a productive sales representative for SPJST Lodge No. 174, Rockdale.

PRESIDENTS AND VICE PRESIDENTS, SECRETARIES, FINANCIAL SECRETARIES, AND TREASURERS

SUPREME LODGE

SATURDAY, MARCH 10 - HALLETTSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

3rd and Ridge Sts. (East of Water Tower) (Hosted By Lodge No. 4) SATURDAY, MARCH 17 - TAYLOR, LODGE 29 SATURDAY, MARCH 31 - ENNIS, LODGE 135 [SOKOL HALL]

(NOTE: ALL SECTIONS WILL MEET THIS YEAR AT LODGE 135 THE SCHEDULE FOR ALL WORKSHOPS AND ALL SECTIONS IS AS FOLLOWS: 10 a.m. to 10:45 — session 15-minute break 11 to 11:45 — session 12 noon to 1 p.m. — noon meal (Courtesy Supreme Lodge (Section pictures will also be taken during noon hour) 1 to 2:10 — session 2:15 — final and joint session CONDUCTED BY SUPREME LODGE OFFICERS

LODGE OFFICERS' WORKSHOPS —1979

(Schedule in Accompanying Box) To All Concerned: Based on precedence and recent actions of the Supreme Lodge, the following will be in effect for this year's workshops: 1)Officers this year will include those as before, with the addition of the "...lodge treasurer, or some other person designated by the lodge." 2) Sections will include lodge presidents and vice presidents in one section, lodge secretaries in another, and financial secretaries in another. The treasurers may attend any or all of the three sections, moving to them only at the start of the sessions or during the breaks. 3) Mileage for one car only from each lodge, 15 cents a mile, however, if one of the locations is not convenient for the officers of a particular lodge on the date scheduled, they may attend the workshops at one of the other locations, but mileage would still be paid for only one car from each lodge at any one of the three locations. Anyone else wishing to attend these workshops, other than mentioned here, is welcomed to do so, furnishing their own transportation.

Make A Special Effort To Be There; You and Your Lodge Will Benefit By It (See accompanying article for further details) —Supreme Lodge, SPJST These workshops held in previous years were proven to be mutually beneficial. They will deal primarily with lodge procedures and administration. We are not including workshops on youth work or insurance per se, since these two areas are adequately covered by the vice president and state field managers and state youth director in their district and state seminars and training classes. We must remember that our national and state laws define a Fraternal Benefit Society as "having a lodge system with ritualistic work." The more efficient our lodges are, the better we are insuring and guaranteeing our future as a Fraternal Benefit Society. The United State Internal Revenue Code specifies two primary requisites for a Fraternal Benefit Society: "a) Must operate on the lodge system, and b) Provide for the payment of life, sick, accident or other benefits to members or their dependents." Thus we see the specific reference to a "lodge system"

and it is through the lodge system that we must operate and improve our services. It behooves every officer mentioned above to attend these workshops as a part of his duty and obligation in being an officer in the local lodge, especially those who are new in the office and have not attended these workshops previously. We will all learn through these workshops. FOR THE SUPREME LODGE:

Nick A. Morris President -SPJST-

SUPREME LODGE SPJST Temple, Texas Feb. 12, 1979 FIFTY-YEAR MEMBERS Dear Members: This year marks the fiftieth year of SPJST membership for the 178 members listed below. As a token of appreciation, each of these members

4 will receive a fifty-year membership pin during 1979. Much of the early success of our Society can be attributed to the support of our long-time members such as those receiving their 50-year membership pins this year. We sincerely appreciate their many years of support. In behalf of our entire membership, best wishes for many more years of good health and fellowship are extended to all those attaining their fiftieth year of membership during 1979. It is possible that some members who exchanged their certificates in the past may have been omitted from this list. If you feel that you should have been listed to receive a 50-year pin this year, please let the Home Office know, and we will make every attempt to determine if you are eligible to receive a 50-year pin. Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska Secretary-Treasurer 50-YEAR MEMBERS -1979 Name Lodge No. Lad Cmajdalka 1 Marie Gajdusek Elo L. Hillman Lillian Hillman Julia M. Mendel Anita B. Rosenberg George E. Zatopek

Lodge No.

John E. Haskovec Jos. F. Haskovec Charles J. Trojacek

Claudie Glover John W. Lesikar Vlasta Rozacky

Nethel S. Groves Grace O'Connor

Milady Chernosky

Felix Volcik

Rosa Holik Emma Krenek Chas J. Sebesta Joe Severa

Marie Sykora

John J. Zadilsky

Anna Chupik Jerry Chupik Jos. Coufal Fr. Dukatnik Jerry Hruska Angeline Kelarek John Kelarek Mary Kohutek Hattie Mikulas Jos. H. Mikulas John Mikulastik Albitia F. Motl Ed. W. Motl Agnes Sefcik Ella Sefcik Marie Shenkir Charles Sirny Eleanora Spanhel

George W. Bucek Albert Jaap 13

Louis J. Kocurek Lydia M. Kohut

Vlasta Kamenicky Edward H. Posival Milady Schiller Martha Stalmach

Lillie Dusek Gardina Arnold Albina L. Mikulastic Jos. Paul Jr. Milady R. Rychlik

Ray F. Holubec Leweese Tschorner John A. Vitek

John Hrachovy Emil Krall Clara Krupka Emil J. Marek Frances Marek Annie L. Richter

Name Jerry Schiller Carmen Skrabanek

Cecilie 0. Davis Frieda M. Dvorak Anna Shiller Anna Svoboda

Lillie Herschfelt Ella Kudlacek Julie M. Lisso Tonye L. Marecek Pay. Mazao Felix E. Pospichal Frances Pospichal Vlasta A. Teplicek

Wm. Prazak

Lydia Chernik Betty Cook

Lodge No.

VES TN f K Name Sophie Divin Alma Krenek Willie M. Orsak Fr. Sklar Mildred Sklar Julie Zatopek

Ed Mikeska

Ant. G. Baros Will J. Baros Ella Ermis Lillie Matus Edwin Mikeska Jos. V. Mladenka F. J. Morris ,

Ladis Dreyer

Otto Kocian

Elda H. Ripple

Emil Simaichl Henry Syptak

Ludmila Elsik Lula Elsik Rosie Huff Emma Janosek

Vlasta Hurta

Janey Barta Jos. Kartous Ant. Koncak Anna Kopecky Marie Mach Mary Mancell Cyril Pokladnik Julia Prasifka Bennie Skotak Ben Stekly Vac. Zastoupil

James Hejl Lewis C. Jez Lad Jires

Ant. Bily Jr. Harry Drawe Olga Elsik Erwin Gieptner Marie Kalousek Milton Kalousek Rosie Kostom Eman Kostomlatsky Neomi Kostomlatsky T.J. Malina Fr. Matela Anna Peters Sidonia Prewitt Andelina Repka John Repka Fr. J. Sevcik

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 Name Lodge No. Vlasta Stasta Ad. L. C. Tannich Vlasta Zobal 91

Edna Florus Rich. Florus, Jr. Frances Garber Gardina Kristinik 011ie Kristinek Peter Kristinik Maggie Londa Minnie Marek

Rud. Chaloupka John Drozd Robert Ruzicka

Felix Linhart Vlasta Prasek

Beatrice Dusek Emilie Stubbs

106

Vlasta Wentrcik

107

Petrolina J. Hrbacek Ant. H. Marek Ant. Svoboda Emma Zidek Marie Zidek

110

Rosalie Rychlik Jos. Slavik

112

Rud. Gasch

117

Olga Horak

130

Frankie Curry Wesley W. Tupy

133

Frances Kutil Sophie Lepold Tillie E. Till

135

Fr. A. Laznovsky Emilie Vytopil

138

Henry L. Popelka Ad. Zajicek

142

Betty Baletka

149

Julia Truksa

157

Charles Schneider

168

Annie Brice

173

Charles Bures Elizabeth Kivch Marie Turek

After publication of the 1978 list last year the following were also found to be entitled to a 50-year pin:

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Name

Joe Jakubik

Lillie L. George

Ant. Kartous

Betty Marie Kacir

DISTRICT V SALES REPRESENTATIVE'S REPORT Sates

139

Tommie Lostak

REPORTS DISTRICT II SALES REPRESENTATIVE'S REPORT FOR 1979 Dear Sales Representatives: Our January sales were very good; 69 members for $616,000 in insurance sales. Sister Katherine Bedrich of Cameron Lodge 72, joined us as a new sales representative and made her first sale. Best of luck to you, Sister Bedrieh. The three top sales representatives were: 1. Chester Shmoldas - 31 members for $385,500 2. Lulls Navratil - 2 members for $75,000 3. Frank Janak - 1 member for $40,000 Sales in January were: Sales Repr.

Lodge Mem.

Ins.

Chester Shmoldas 74 31 385,500 Ladis Navratil 87 2 75,000 Frank Janak 155 1 40,000 Albin Machu 29 5 33,000 John Hejl 155 1 24,000 Clifton Martinets 80 2 11,000 Anna Hejl 48 5 7,000 Janelle Mogonye 18 2 3,000 Jerry Tomastik 177 2 3,000 Ray Woytek 187 3,000 3 Hubert Baruch 48 1 2,000 Frances Bartek 87 1 2,000 Louis Driska 177 2 2,000 John Plasek 89 1 2,000 Frank Skala 89 1 2,000 John Barabas 1 1,000 80 Katherine Bedrich 72 1 1,000 A. L. Boudny 1 1,000 29 Kie EL Kwasnica 182 1 1,000 Charlsie Svetlik 1 15 1,000 Doris Svoboda 24 1 1,000 1 Norma Andel 24 500 Fraternally, L. J. Zatopek District II Sales Rep. SPJST -

Representative

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Geraldine Kucera 162 Mildred Holeman 88 Helen Filipp 139 Helen Hegwood 88 Evelyn Mikeska 88 Della Kadlecek 88 Lillia Mae Peter 172 E. E. Cameron 170 Georgia Lostak 91 Tillie Helmcamp 88 Patsy Baca 88 R. R. Kieschnick 142 Sidon Tumis 142 Agnes. Lesak 88 John Hilsher 88 Alvin Sefcik 173 Ludvik Surovec 112 Edwin Susan 81 Total -

Insurance

2 50,000 2 50,000 2 45,500 5 18,000 8 17,500 7 14,000 2 11,000 2 10,000 1 10,000 2 7,000 1 5,000 3 4,000 2 t 2,500 2 1,500 1 1,000 1 1,000 1 1,000 1 1,000 45/250,000

Congratulations to all the sales representatives in District V for doing such a good job for the weather was very bad and lots of people were sick. Here's hoping the weather will change and everyone gets busy and starts selling; try to set goals and go over them. Please mark your calendar for March II, 1979. This will be our District V meeting and our host for this meeting will be Lodge 81 at Needville, ' Texas so make your plans early and come out for a real good day of fellowship with all your sisters and brothers and the guests are always welcome; the more people you can get to come out and meet everyone, the better it is for our district. All you lodges in the district please have someone to make it a point to be present, because it's more enjoyable to have all to come out and take a part. We have one sales rep. in the hospital; that is Brother Bristik. We're hoping you will get better and soon will be home. We held classes at Crosby, Needville and Houston and had a, wonderful turnout and hope to have another real soon. Those of you who didn't make the class - I will be calling on you real soon. We will have our annual banquet February 25, 1979 at Lodge 142 in Houston, Texas so don't forget to circle this date. Our quota is the same as it was for 1978 so get your rate books out and see what you can do for yourself, the lodge, district and the SPJST. Thank you for what you have written for the month of Jan. At any time you need any kind of help or assistance,

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6 please feel free to call or leave a message and I will return your call. Fraternally yours, Evelyn Mikeska, FIC D.V.S.R. DISTRICT VII SALES REPRESENTATIVE'S REPORT FOR JANUARY, 1979 Wv"

Dear Sales Representatives: 1978 was certainly our banner year, — and now we are giving 1979 a good start With our January sales. Bro. Roy Hranicky was No. 1 sales representative in January with "9 members for $73,000. No. 2-Sis. Helen pavelka, 2 mem. for $52,000. No. 3 Sis. Pauline Bayer, 2 mem. for $41,000. Very good. Sales in January were made by: Sales Rep.

Lodge

Mem.

9 73,000 2 52,000 2 41,000 1 10,000 5,000 1 5,000 1 2,000 2 1,000 1 1,000 1 20/190.000 We have 7 lodges' members who sold insurance in January, let's see if the remainder will help in February. The load would be carried by everyone and would be lighter — as the saying goes "United we stand; divided we fall" - we certainly do want to keep progressing for the good of our Society and also helping ourselves. Give it a try, please. See you officers at class, "work shop" in Hallettsville March 10th. Don't forget our District VII meeting in Floresville March 25th, 1979—let's try to have all our lodges represented. Thanks for your fine sales in January. Fraternally yours, Tillie. Valchar District VII Sales Rep. Roy Hranicky Helen Pavelka Pauline Bayer Prank C. Bulgy Tillie Vaiehar Lydia Myska Thelma Hrneir Frank Campbell Maxine Pavliska

137 117 107 79 161 147 1.17 133 107

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LODGE NO. 107, FLORESVILLE

Dear Members: Lodge 107 met at the SPJST Hall February 4,. at 4:30 p.m. President Bayer called the meeting to order and led the members in the pledge to the flag. All officers, except the secretary answered the officers' roll call. Treasurer Sralla and Financial Secretary Purchis gave their reports. New members admitted were Cy Welden Pavliska and converting from JT's were Doreen Roemer and Martin Purchis. Wendy Bayer took out additional insurance and two members were re-instated. Polly Bayer, youth leader, gave a report of youth club activities. Our District VII spring meeting will have some youth club activities taking place. We are starting our bus fund and a big project is under way. The youth club will also furnish the desserts for the barbecue dinner we will have at the district meeting. The Auditing Committee reported they found the books in good order. Appeals by President Bayer were made to get pictures of past presidents. Correspondence from the county agent urging support of the stock show and auction was read. President Bayer gave a financial report of the past month. The payment on the note to the Supreme Lodge was made. Memorial Fund reported to be at $469.70. Silas Thornton donated $10 to the Memorial Fund for all deceased members of Lodge 107. We need more active members to form another Work Committee. Comments were also made on getting the tables in better condition. Cards are to be printed so that the financial secretary will have an easier bookkeeping method. Brother Henry Sralla replaced the water pump at the hall. Mike Baumann is reported to be doing well after surgery. The lodge members wish him continued recovery and good health. April 7th will be the date to have a

District VII youth leaders' training class held in Floresville. We planned a country-western dance at the hall February 17th. Music was furnished by the Cactus Country. An invitation to the lodge by the KC's to their dance at the Show Barn on February 24th was read. Clifton Jansky will furnish the music for this dance. District VII meeting March 25th, will feature the delicious chicken barbecue dinner for which Lodge No. 107 is famous. Desserts and drinks will be served with the dinner. The details are not complete but we want all lodges in District VII to try to attend. This, of course, includes Editor Sefcik and his family and any Supreme Lodge officers who care to come down. District officers from other districts are most welcome. It would be so nice to have a large group of visitors. Dues were collected and refreshments were enjoyed after the meeting. Liz Bielefeld won the door prize. Our next meeting will be held March 4 at 4:30. All members please try to attend because we will be naming committees for the barbecue. Fraternally, Pauline S. Pavliska Sec. & Reporter — SPJST-

NO.47, SEATON CHORAL CLUB

LODGE

The Seaton Choral Club met again for their regular rehearsal with the following members present Alfred L., Ginger and Tracy Klusacek, Alfred and Martha Klusacek, Matthew and Elsie Cabla, Marie Zvolanek, Albina Mikeska Annie Jakubec (our talented leader), Stazie Horelica, Agnes Schiller, Jerry and Dorothy Pechal, Otto and Matilda Hanus, Dorothy Morris, Henry and Helen Janacek (our accordionist), Willie and Adeline Kohutek, Willie and Doris Provazek, Frank and Eleonora Spanhel, Laverne Vanicek, Georgia Sodek, Emily Stuteville, Lillian Kosarek, Della Psencik, Linda and Daniel Wilde and Calvin Chervenka. This was a great turnout and we thank you for being with us. We hope that for our next practice all of you will be with us to make our club the most outstanding singing club in the entire SPJST and if all of you will turn out we can be TOPS. We had our practice of both our old favorites and several new English songs

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 (and how great did they sound!); those of you who were not present missed a great evening. We had a short business meeting in which we discussed our appearance at the Southern Manor Convalescent Center on Thursday, April 5th so all of you come out and practice. Let's make those fine people at this home happy. It's so little to give and it means so much to those people there. It was also announced that we will have a Mardi Gras ball at the Seaton Star Hall Saturday night, March 3rd, so all of you start your masquerade preparation now let's do a bang-up job on this and have a lot of fun doing it too! All you men singers PLEASE COME OUT and sing, WE NEED YOU! Singingly yours, Otto Hanus -SPJST-

LODGE

NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI

Dear Members: Lodge No. 79 held their meeting February 8th and it was called to order by President Frank C. Sacky, who led us in the pledge of allegiance. All officers were present; a total of 25 members attended the meeting. The minutes were read and approved. A committee was appointed to set a date and theme for a forth-coming fund-raising event. In the past year we've had four cases of deceased beneficiaries. All members were asked to check their policies and to keep them up to date. The youth club also held their meeting and had a Valentine party afterward. Our Youth Leader Cindy Tepera is in the hospital to have her appendix removed. We are wishing you a speedy recovery, Cindy. We want to thank SFM Silas Smith and DSR Tillie Valchar for coming to Corpus Christi to give us a training class; only a few came, so let's all sales representatives try and make the next training session a must. Mrs. Monta Foster and Mrs. Juanita Ricco made a huge doll and donated it to the youth club. Thanks a lot! Our next meeting will be March 8th at 7 p.m. Be sure to bring a friend along with you to the meeting. Other activities for March include: Saturday 3 -- Leo Majek Friday 23 --Sandy's Six Pack Saturday 24 --Pavelka Band Saturday 31 --Gary Davis Band Fraternally, Jerry Elzner Reporter

WARRENTON LODGE NO. 179 OFFICERS. L to R: President Harold Bergmann, 1st Vice President El Gene Eckermann, Secretary Jeanette Schoenst, Treasurer Lee Leonhardt, Financial Secretary Dorothy Oltmann, Guide Paula Keys, Youth Leader Doris Eckermann, Flag Bearer James Wessel, Sergeant-at-Arms Jerry Marusik, and 2nd Vice President and Reporter Edith Pfeiffer not pictured. [Photo submitted by Sister Edith Pfeiffer] LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Dear Members and Friends: Sunday, February 11th, the youth club entertained the adult club with a Valentine party in the Warrenton Store Guest Room, with a large attendance of members and guests; among them we were happy to have had Sister Evelyn Mikeska, District V sales representative, in our midst. A brief business session preceded the social. President Harold Bergmann convened the meeting by leading the group in reciting the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Secretary Jeanette Schoenst read the minutes of the previous meeting and Lee Leonhardt gave the treasurer's report; both were accepted as given. Dorothy Oltmann gave the mortuary standing and also the name of Loraine Kneip as a new social member. She was warmly accepted into our lodge. The members wish to express their heartfelt sympathy to Brother and Sister Lloyd Zwernemann and family in the loss of his mother recently. May she rest in eternal peace. In old business the Band Committee stated their findings, but no decision was reached. They will make another report at our next meeting. The Food Committee stated that the lodge will furnish hot dogs at the next meeting. The door prize, a Valentine fern presented by the youth club, was won

by Sister Sadie Bergmann. Following a brief discussion, it was decided to, again, have our next meeting on a Sunday. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Afterward the group enjoyed the delectable chicken stew and the beautifully-decorated Valentine cake and various other delicious cakes, cookies, brownies, pies, chips and refreshments. Then the youth club entertained the members and guests with enjoyable games until it was time to depart. The adult club wishes to express their thanks and appreciation to the youth club for such a wonderful evening. Our next regular meeting will be held Sunday, March 11th, at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Edith Pfeiffer Reporter -SPJ5T-

LODGE NO. 161, JOURDANTON Dear Editor: Lodge No. 161, Jourdanton will hold its regular quarterly meeting the first Sunday in March, (March the 4th), instead of the regular second Sunday of the month at 11:30 a.m., at the Civic Center in Jourdanton. After the meeting we will have a free plate lunch. Don't forget March 4th, for our next regular meeting. See you at the meeting. Fraternally, Mrs. Joe Juricek, Jr. Vice President

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President Carl Zich (left) presents plaque to Brother John Skrasek, our lodge Santa for nearly 30 years. (Photos submitted by Sister Helen Paprskar)

SPJST 50-YEAR PIN RECIPIENTS with President Carl Zich [left], who made the presentations to Brother Robert Ruzicka and Brother Rudy Chaloupka. LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Dear Members and Friends: Our February lodge meeting was held on Sunday the 11th and it was such a balmy afternoon that I wonder if I was the only one looking for the first robin. Actually, a couple of members were overheard discussing their spring gardens. If you are not planning a crop, maybe you would like to plan on joining a Czech Language class. The American Czech Culture Society with instructor Calvin Chervenka is going to sponsor one if enough people show interest. We will have details after their March 6th meeting. If interested call Martha Durham, 281-0666 or Christine Zich 927-0283, so that they may notify the sponsors as soon as possible. Since last month's meeting, two of our members were in hospitals for tests, Joe Koci and John Murphy, Jr. A former member Sylvia Koch Granado was reported in Parkland Burns Center after a gas explosion in her home that also resulted in the death of her husband. Blood donations in her name at any donor center would be appreciated by the family. We lost a member by the death of Joseph Deiderichs. Our sympathy is extended to his family and wife, Mary Ann, daughter of the Al Svaceks. We congratulate Sister Mary Juran on her 90th birthday on February 12th, but were sorrowed to learn that her sister,

Jennie Cocek, died recently in La Marque, Texas. A pleasant part of the meeting took place when Pres. Carl Zich presented John Skrasek with a plaque commending him on his loyalty in entertaining the children of the lodge each Christmas as Santa Claus. Other honors bestowed were congratulations and fifty-year SPJST pins to Rudy Chaloupka and Robert Ruzicka. They have both been good and faithful members and Brother Ruzicka was, at one time, president of Lodge No. 92. After the presentations and adjournment, supper was served by Rose and Frances Jaworski and your scribe. Only one member told of travelers this month. Esta Belle Hubenak related that daughter, Kathryne and husband, were enjoying a Bahama Cruise. Since the rest of us are not going on any trips soon, why not plan to be at the lodge hall March 11 at 2 p.m., and find friendship and recreation "right in your own back yard . " Sincerely and, Fraternally, Helen Paprskar -SPJST-

LODGE

NO. 180, BURLESON

Dear Members, Thursday, Feb. 1st, at 7:30 the lodge meeting was called to order by our President, Dennis Barabas. The pledge of allegiance was recited and led by

Jerry Janek in absence of Doug Stanley. The roll call of officers was called by Sister Sandra Barabas, 22 members were present. Minutes were read from the Dec. 5th meeting and approved; they had not been read before because of installation of officers. The January minutes were then read and approved. Sister Mydell Grochoske, financial-secretarygave her report, as did Brother Leroy Hampton, our treasurer. Youth Leader Teresa Hampton gave a very good report. The youth had a disco dance Friday, February 9th. During the "Rolling With The Flow " dance, the youth is planning on having a cake wheel to raise funds. New applicants for insurance were: George Harold Rogers, David Keith Varner, Margaret Frances Varner, Leon P. Stevenson, and Loyd Glenn Carter. All were voted on and approved. Our President Dennis Barabas welcomed our guest, Joe Hurtik from Hurst. Our next meeting will be held March 1st. We hope to see all of you there, then. Fraternally, Doris Smajstrla Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE

NO. 74, LOVELADY

Dear Members and Guests: We had the Sons of Country provide music for our dance. We still are not having very big crowds. I guess it is because of some financial pressure caused our inflation and people were not able to work on many of the jobs because of bad weather. Now, the

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 weather has improved a lot, and should make everyone feel much better. We had our regular monthly meeting which takes place every second Sunday of the month at 3:30 p.m. President Ralph Smith convened the meeting with the pledge to the flag and we held a moment of silence in memory of our deceased members. All the officers gave their reports and following new business, we discussed changes on prices and that was a long time overdue. It was decided to rent a Nickelodeon to be placed in the ball room and the popcorn popper to be repaired and other items such as repaus of rest rooms. Brother Earl Stone is furnishing material at cost. Thanks very much for such a nice gesture. We did not have an Investigating Committee for some time, (we have not had any problems in admitting new members into our lodge) however, we could have, it was decided to have new members voted in by the lodge at the regular meeting before they can receive their membership cards. The Investigating Committee consists of the trustees of the lodge. So long...till next time. Fraternally, Chester Shmoldas

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OFFICERS OF LODGE 24, CYCLONE. L to R: SL See.-44ary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska, the installing officer, President Edwin F. Marek, Vice President Eugene Haisler, Secretary Nelda Marek, Treasurer E.J. Geistman, Financial Secretary Doris Svoboda, Youth Leader Mary Mowdy, Assistant Youth Leader Millard Mowdy. [Photos by Nelda Manic]

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LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE

Dear Members, Our regular monthly meeting February 11th was called to order at 2 p.m. by President Charlie Matcek. The pledge of allegiance was recited by all members present and all remained standing for a moment of silence as a tribute to our deceased brother, Charlie Sefcik, who passed away recently. Our sympathy goes to his family. After the roll call of officers, the minutes were read by Secretary Mary Werner. They were approved as read after a minor correction. A card of thanks was read from Mr. Marx, the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 administrator. Sister Vlasta Hurta.will be a recipient of a 50-year pin which will be presented to her at the District V meeting, March 11th. Sister Winnifred Susan reported a memorial given in memory of Charlie Sefcik by Mr. and Mrs. John Kolaja. Aleene Zwahr gave her financial report. Treasurer's report was given by Willie Mae Kuykendal. The Special Fund report was reported by Gilbert Walzel who also announced

CYCLONE LODGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES. L to R: Dan Hoelscher, Eugene Haisler, E.J. Geistman, Johnnie Svoboda, Milton Zavodny, L.B. Haider and La Verne Cabla. the activities for the month. All of these reports were accepted as read. A new policy was issued to Clint W. Jablonsky. We welcome this new member. The Auditing Committee report was given by Brother Herbert Nowotny. All books were reported in order. There was some discussion on the annual chili supper which was held February 13th.

President Matcek announced several workshops to be held and urged the officers to attend one. Our next regular meeting will be held March 4th at 2 p.m. This change is made due to the District V meeting, which we will host on the 11th of March. We were happy to have Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hayden of Dallas visiting with us. Mrs. Hayden (Eleanora) is Mrs. Walzel's daughter with whom they

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spent the weekend at Beasley. Come back and visit again. A memorial of $10 was given by the lodge in memory of Charlie Sefcik. Refund checks were handed out. Brother John Kolaja won the attendance prize. Meeting adjourned and everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch. A round of applause went to Mrs. Stanley Slacalek who furnished the turkey and dressing and everyone else brought trimmings to go with that. Thanks again Matilda; it was delicious! See all of you at our next meeting, March 4th. Fraternally, Lillie Teykl Reporter

DALLAS KJT HISTORICAL SOCIETY VISITS SPJST LAM DEPT.

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LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON

Saturday, February 10th, Lee Roy Matocha Orchestra drew a capacity crowd to our Chandelier Ballroom. Now the weather is beautiful; how long it will last, who knows? but it feels real good for a change. Table No. 3 held two birthdays for two happy celebrants, Dale Chaney and Paul Vial at the Saturday dance, February 10th. Their wives, Trudy and Brenda, with other guests around the table made them feel special and important on their 39th birthdays? Voices raised in a birthday song were those of Richard and Lila Baletka, Silvia and Gene Kallus, Lillie and Charles Lewis, Ed Klinker, Mary Vial and Paul's two daughters, Margerete and Stephanie. Of course, a decorated and candle-lighted cake to make a wish topped it all off. Happy Birthday! Sister Hilda Krpec, Saturday on her birthday February 10th, was honored by her family in the cozy home of her older son, Charles Krpec and his lovely wife, Nancy. They went all out to show Hilda (mother and grandmother) how much they care. Charles and Nancy's home is arranged comfortably and beautifully. The two did wonders in furnishing and remodeling their home of four bedrooms and four baths. The guest room is furnished with antique furniture and furnishings, a hand crochet bedspread, which was made by the late Sister Teresie Olexa (about fifty years ago)! Hilda always called her Babi Olexa; she was the aunt to Hilda's mother, Anna Svestka. The party included Hilda's younger son, Tony, who is with the Houston Police Department for 11 years; his wife, Carolyn and their two lovely

Dallas KJT Historical Society, headed by Barbara Dybala historian of KJT Lodge in Dallas, visited the SPJST Library, Archives, Museum Sunday, January 28th. They toured the three departments for more than two hours and expressed themselves as being very pleased to see so much Czech culture preserved here. daughters, Marian and Martha, and the two sons of Charles and Nancy, Jim and William. The dinner table was a picture of art and the dinner most delicious. The birthday cake was baked and decorated by Nancy and, of course, a candle to make a wish; being with them I enjoyed, the closeness. Happy Birthday, Hilda! Mrs. Tony Hejl of Taylor visited her daughter and son-in-law, Della and Joe Miksch, for two whole weeks and, that is about as long as Della can keep her here and enjoy her mother's presence. After two weeks Mrs. Hejl is ready to go home to her own domain. Della and Joe make quite frequent visits to Taylor to check on their mother's needs. She went home last week the 7th of February. Pete Elzner winged to Houston from Taft, February 8th to visit with his brother Joe and sister-in-law, Ann Elmer. While here they paid a visit to Charles and Evelyn Kubin and Sonny and Vlasta Elzner. They all attended the 25th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tepera, Sunday, February 11th, the festivities took place at the Knights of Columbus lodge on Whitney Oaks; wishing you a happy anniversary. Hlahol Dramatic Club annual meeting and elections were held Monday, February 5th and officers were elected as follows: Marceil Malak, president. Sister Naomi Spencer, after serving seven years declined the nomination; Vice-Pres.Rose Sicner: Evelyn Vornsand also

declined the nomination. SecretaryTreasurer— Frances Olexa , English Directors: Tim Kostom and Harriette Allison; assistant to the English Directors: Ed Carlock and Susan Schenburn, Publicity Chairman—Mickey Rice, Correspondent Rose Sicner, Telephone Comm. — Emily Zemko and Auditing—Arnold Spencer. In view of the fact that many new comers can express themselves better in the Czech language, a motion was made and seconded to call two meetings of Hlahol: one in English and one in Czech to take place at different times. These meetings will be presided over by the elected officers of Hlahol. This is not a separation of the Hlahol Dramatic Club, but to accommodate the willing Czech-speaking members. Any Hlahol member may attend the English or the Czech conducted Hlahol meeting, or both. The Czech Play directors will be elected and announced in the near future. This will go into effect for a one year period. As usual, we had a pleasant social after the meeting with refreshments and delicious food. The Blue Room serves special drinks for the month of February. Tequilla drinks $1 each; all the drinks were very reasonable and you may enjoy a pleasant few hours in this cozy atmosphere. Come out and try them. Again, we bid goodbye to a lovely lady and we will miss her very much; Mrs. Albina Plasek passed away Saturday, February 10 in Anderson Hospital, at the age of 40. Albina and

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 her surviving husband, Ben F. Plasek, were ardent supporters of Lodge No. 88. They never missed the Birthday Club parties held twice a month; they had a regular foursome to play bridge: Albina and Ben Plasek, Helmcarnp and Ernestine Plasek. For the past few months this foursome was missed because Albina was confined and all looked forward to see Albina well again, and it hurts. Services were held Tuesday, February 12th, 1979 with interment in Memorial Oaks. Albina formerly came to Houston from Rosebud, Tx. Our sincere sympathy to the surviving family. Brother Godfree Matejek was admitted to Northshore Hospital December 26th and the 29th was transferred to Parkway Plaza Hospital to undergo surgery January 8th, 1979 and was released January 22nd, and now is recuperating at home with his dear wife, Bessie, taking care of him. Wishing you a speedy recovery! Fraternally, Frances Olexa -SPJST-LODGE NO. 47, SEATON

Dear Brothers and Sisters: Our last lodge meeting was held Sunday, February 4th at 2 p.m., with President Jerry Pechal presiding. Flag Bearers David Pechal and Dianne Skrabanek, (substituting for Gene Skrabanek), led the assembly in the pledge to the flag. We remained standing for a silent tribute to the deceased members, namely, Sister Emilie (Motl) Neel of Dallas, Brothers John Maruna, Robert Lee Krcha and Harry A. Kotrla. May these departed members rest in eternal peace and, to the survivors, deepest sympathy in your bereavement and we shall miss those departed ones in our midst also. President Pechal welcomed all to the meeting and recognized the visitors: Mildred Chervenka, Ann Balusek, Marylou Skrabanek, Joe Krahulik and George Pavelka. We enjoyed having you â&#x20AC;˘and please make plans to come again. Secretary Ginger Klusacek was called on to read the roll call of officers and sales representatives. Then she read the minutes of the previous meeting and these were approved with a minor correction; that the black-eyed peas were donated by Brother Woodrow and Sister Gladys Marek, for the New Year's Eve dance.

11 Correspondence received and read were: Mortuary dues receipt from SL, the Bell County Youth Fair and Livestock Show sent the Gold Star Award for the $100 donation, a thank you card from Dan F. Neel for the money sent in lieu of flowers and the memorial for Sister Emilie Neel; a letter from DSR Lad J. Zatopek regarding the lodge sales representatives and their achievements for 1978, a letter from SL SecretaryTreasurer Brother Leonard D. Mikeska, stating that 18 of our members will be recipients of 50-year membership pins in 1979. We voted to honor these members in the April 1st meeting when the weather is warmer. The details will be announced as they become available. President Pechal and Vice President Frank Klinkovsky chose Brother Anton Vitek, John Hruska and Jerry Chupik to inspect the bonds of those who need sureties in their jobs. These were approved. The officers' reports were next. President Pechal presented the treasurer with the $10 bill that the lodge received as the "door prize" winner at the water meeting, reported on the golden wedding reception of the W.M. Pechals and that Brother Otto Hanus made 7 picture frames for lodge presidents complete with glass and backing, and that he (the president) presented Brother Hanus with 4 dance passes for his labor. Thanks, Brother Hanus! Sister Ruby Bolton, treasurer ) and Brother Willie Kohutek, financial-secretary, followed with their monthly reports as well as the chairmen who also presented their reports. The Investigating Committee approved the certificates of the following new members: Annie Franz, Henry D. Wofford, Jr., Bradley Wayne Sula, Robert James Sula and Christi Leigh Mitchell. We voted to accept these members and hope they will become involved in our lodge activities. Kindly accept our warm welcome and come to the meeting soon! Johnnie E. Hutka and Bernice A. Hutka transferred to Lodge No. 177, Academy and paidup policyholders are: Maria M. Vasicek, Robert Vasicek, Sr. and Robert J. Hejl. They will hopefully take out additional coverage to keep being active. Get well cards had been sent by the lodge secretary to Brother Oscar Koslovsky, Ronson Pechal and Tom Hurta. Also, cards have been sent,

after the meeting, to Brothers Gust Schaefer and Joe L. Kruse after we learned of their hospitalization. Here we are hoping that you are well on the way to complete recovery. Whenever a member is hospitalized, inform the lodge president or secretary so the membership will know and can visit these ill members or at least send the get-well cards. The Board of Trustees' minutes were read by Sister Lillian Kosarek. A question was asked as to when the suggestion box is to be displayed and it was decided that it should be out for dances, meetings, etc. Planning Committee was to meet after adjournment of the 'lodge meeting. Brothers Calvin Skrabanek and Alfred L. Klusacek were appointed to complete a 5-member Maintenance Committee. The president and vice president appointed the following to the Grievance Committee: Brothers John Hruska, Dan Balusek, J. D. Chlapek, Frank E. Hejl, Jr. and Anton Motl. In reference to a grievance, tell it to this committee and they will bring up your grievance to the lodge meeting. New business included a controversy brought up by past president, Brother Alfred Klusacek, as to why band leaders are contacting him stating they are being asked to relinquish their commitments to their contracts made for 1979 by him at Star Hall, now, for the remainder of the year. By a vote of 48 to 6, a letter of apology is to be sent to the band leaders, signed by the 7-member Entertainment Committee that the contracts will be honored in 1979. The committee is to bring any business to the attention of the Board of Trustees before proceeding with a change. One band, hired as a replacement, was to be cancelled but the Friday dance may be held as announced. Youth Leader Sister Delores Skrabanek reported that 28 members, one visitor, 3 adults and 3 new members: David Holder, Patrick Patterson and Shane Patterson, were present. Social will be the District II skating party at Skate Haven. The door prize winners were: Sister Della Mares and Brother Joe L. Sefcik after the secretary had read the names of recipients of premium refund checks. Following adjournment a delicious lunch and the "happy hour" were held and concluded by the fellowship enjoyed by all present. Next meeting will be Sunday,

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March 4th at 2 p.m. Make plans to attend and know what is being done at Lodge No. 47, Seaton, and do not wait until a report comes out in the Vestnik. With the warmer weather, I know attendance will improve. I hope to see you then or at any of the Saturday night dances, especially the Mardi Gras dance, March 3rd, and Sunday, March 11th with the Vrazel Polka Band and Joe Patek Band, from 4 to 10 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE NO.

183, MID-CITIES

Dear Readers: Our monthly meeting was held Sunday, February 18th at 2 p.m. in the Reddy Room of Texas Electric Service Co., 400 College St., Grand Prairie. We always encourage members and prospective members to attend. Visitors are welcome. You will find our meetings friendly, to the point, and open for suggestions, discussions and even comments. Much can be learned and gained from all who make the effort to attend these monthly meetings. See you Sunday! Fraternally yours, Betty Hiavaty Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH

Dear Members and Friends: Our meeting Sunday was called to order by our president, Brother Jerry Milan. After the opening procedure, the members stood for a moment of silence in respect and honor for our deceased Brother Robert Grace. Our sincere sympathy is extended to all the family. All officers were present and the reports were approved as read. Brother Milan made a plea for blood donors for Sister Sylvia Koch Glanado who is still in a critical condition in the Parkland Hospital in Dallas. If any of you can give blood or know of anyone, they can go to the Carter Blood Bank, Fort Worth or Dallas Blood Bank and give in her name. We enjoyed seeing Brother Norman Kneschk after a long absence. Brother Don Steinman gave a report on the banquet held by the Czech Culture Society. Delegates from our lodge elected for the coming year, for the Czech Culture Society, are Brother Don and Sister Rose Steinman, Sister

Merle Bailey and Brother Frank Kovar, along with Brother Roy and Sister Lydia Alholm from Sokol Fort Worth. New member accepted and made welcome is Laura Denise Bradford. Additional insurance was sold to Talon Milan and Allen Peck. We will have a spaghetti dinner served Sunday, March 4th at 2:30 p.m.; tickets for adults--$3; children eleven and under $2.50. Make reservations at 237-5181, 624-8631 or 921-2397. Phil Cahoj, a national gymnastic champion, will perform that afternoon. We extend our sincere sympathy to Brother Robert Urban and all the family on the loss of his mother, Sister Urban. Remember our country/western dance with Jerry Max Lane, Saturday, March 3rd at 9 p.m. We were sorry our meeting started late, but we had a very full day and thank you for pitching in and helping. Sister Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Pavey was our door prize recipient. Our meeting adjourned to refreshments and a nice social. Brother Frankie and Sister Martha Milan spent a wonderful week in Hawaii, and had a lot to talk about. Brother Billy and Sister Carol Sanders spent 10 days in Acapulco and left again for a week of skiing in Colorado. Brother Sanders will be on "Saturday Night Live," Saturday, February 24th in California, with Fort Worth Singer Delbert McClinton. Our next meeting will be Sunday, March 11th at 3 p.m. So until...Keep Smiling! Fraternally, Mary Pavey Reporter -SPJST-

Bernard Pivonka, 715 West 26th Street Houston, Texas 77008 February 7, 1979 Dear Members: We students of Czech in Houston wish to express our gratitude to the SPJST Society and expecially to the Board of Trustees of Lodge 88 for providing for the teaching of Czech this year. For years we have had a summer program, and this year we have an additional course for fall and winter. This course started November 8, 1978, and continues for eight sessions of two hours each. This class is conducted by Professor Halama and has ten students. Besides this class at the SPJST, Professor Halama has expanded the

Czech program at the University of Houston to four courses. In addition to these credit courses, two non-credit courses will be offered under the Sundry School program. These will meet in the evenings starting February 27, 1979. The Beginners Course will meet at 5:30 to 7, and the Intermediate from 7 to 8:30 on Tuesdays. Professor Souchek teaches one of these credit courses. About sixty students are now enrolled in Czech at the University of Houston. Professor Souchek has an additional fifteen students studying Czech at Alvin and Spring Branch. The most significant of these developements is that Rice University is now offering a Czech language course. Professor Halama conducts this class of eight students. They meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2. San Jacinto College in Pasadena is offering a ten-week course which meets in the evenings. Mr. Bernard Orsak is the instructor. He is also instructor at the downtown Central Campus teaching Czech under the Continuing Education program. This is anon-credit course, and enrollment is easy. Before March 26, call the Central Campus and ask for Mr. Ree's office, telephone number 476-1838. Mr. Orsak has a total of about thirty students. Furthermore, Sokol of Houston is holding classes on Friday evenings for its gymnasts. This class is under the directorship of Mr. Leonard Kasowski, the education director. He is assisted by Mrs. Anna Martinec of Czechoslovakia and Bernard Pivonka. Mrs. Louise Keyes leads this class in singing. She is a member of the Czech Heritage Singers. This class has about thirty members, most of whom are very young. They are noticeably enthusiastic and eager to learn. This is very encouraging and undoubtedly many of these will take Czech in college someday. Besides these gymnasts, many parents and adults join in with us. Again, let me express our appreciation to the SPJST and Sokol for so graciously giving us their support. Sokol of Houston is presenting a dinner March 17th consisting of roast pork, roast beef, sauerkraut and dumplings will be served from six to eight followed by a dance from eight to twelve. Music will be by Repka and the Music Kings. All proceeds will go to the University of Houston to establish advanced classes. Tickets will he five dollars for the dance and

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 dinner and two dollars for children. We can readily see that already we have some thirteen classes offered in the Houston area in Czech with an enrollment in excess a hundred and eighty students. Fraternally, Bernard Pivonka -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR

Dear Members: The regular monthly meeting was held Sunday, February 11th at 4 p.m. Flag Bearers Pam and Donna Steger led the members in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. We remained standing for our deceased lodge brother, George Kropp. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and the treasurer's report and Property Committee report were also given. A sympathy card was read from the Willie Leshikar, Sr. family and a letter was read from Lad Zatopek. He sent an insurance report and thanked the sales representatives for doing such a good job. A thank you also was included from the County Extension Agent from Georgetown for having the 4-H food show and the Williamson County crop clinic meeting here at the lodge hall. New members accepted were Deborah Gayle Motaska, James Patrick Jansen II, Charles Darnell Bucanek, Jeremy Michael Rathke, Cheryl Lynn Bucanek, Irene Marie Bucanek, Sidney Wayne Bucanek and Brandy Nicole Hughes. There was one transfer to Lodge No. 187, Round Rock. There are three members who will receive 50-year membership pins in 1979. They are: Claudia Glover, John W. Leshikar and Vlasta Rozacky; we will present their pins to them at our next meeting. Brother Otto Rieger said that something needs to be done about our parking area; that it needs to go farther out with graveling or paving the area. President Adamek authorized the Property Committee to check into it. The senior membeis are still having real good turnouts at their socials. They are planning a trip to the Supreme Lodge and Museum in Temple. They also furnished cup towels for the lodge kitchen. President Adamek reported that the officers' workshop will be held in our lodge hall in March. He said if any ladies would like to bake kolache for this meeting, they should think about it and report back at the next meeting.

Youth Leader Melvin Steger gave his report. They had 49 children and 6 adults attending their meeting. For their social they went to Temple to skate. A motion was made and seconded that a volleyball tournament will be held at our lodge hall. Plans are being made as soon as weather permits. Last, but not least, we are planning to have our May Fete again this year. It will be held Sunday, May 6th. Co-chairpersons are Geraldine Steger and Donna Pasemann. Door prizes were won by Ronnie Rieger, Jerry Tallas and Anton Pokorny. Our next meeting will be Sunday, March 11th. Fraternally, Ila Mae Jansky Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 35, ELK

Dear Members and Friends: The regular monthly meeting of Lodge No. 35, Elk was called to order February 11th by President Henry Breitkreutz, Sr. Pledge of allegiance was led by Flag Bearer Sondra Dieterich. President Breitkreutz welcomed our visitor, Jo Weisiger. Come back again. Secretary Albert Banik was called on to read the minutes of the January meeting. These were approved. Treasurer Henry Breitkreutz, Jr. was called on to give his report. Youth Leader Rosemarie Banik reported that some of the youth made Valentines and she had them judged by Bennie Beran, Eda Tepe and Lucille Holub. She thanked those three for doing a good job. The winners were in ages 6 and under: 1st--Melissa Burney, 2nd--Robin Breitkreutz, 3rd--Julie Decker. Ages 7 through 9: 1st--Richard Burney, 2nd--Karen Daniel, 3rd--Tracy Breitkreutz. Ages 10 through 13: 1st--Ronald Steinke, 2nd--Missy Steinke, 3rd--Donald Steinke. Ages 14 and over: 1st--Lana Steinke. All of the beautiful Valentines were taken to the Mart Rest Home. Sister Rosemarie then asked all the members who had a birthday in February to come forward and "Happy Birthday" was sung to Brother Ernest Banik and Sisters Jewel York, Louise Beran and Melissa Burney. The birthday cake was brought by Mark Daniel. Sister Rosemarie thanked Timmy, Tommy and Dawn Pavelka, Tracy; Robin and Jana Breitkreutz for donating

the soft drinks for the Christmas party. Committee reports were given by Rosemarie Banik--kitchen, Eugene Pavelka--entertainment and Vernon Wood--refreshments. They thanked everyone who helped them. New members accepted were Daniel Mark Donnell, Lou Ann Donnell and additional insurance on Marianne Matus and Olga Adamek. The Rules and Regulations Committee gave a report. If anyone would like to have some changes made, be sure and talk to the committee about it. There will be a clean up day March 18th at 2 p.m. The FFA boys from Prairie Hill and Coolige will have a dance February 23rd with the Starlites playing. We had Mrs. Willie Pavelka from West and Jimmy Pechacek from Axtell on the sick list; hope you two are feeling better by now. There will be carpet put on the stage and a new vacuum cleaner will be purchased. Door prizes were drawn and winners were: Youth--Jana Breitkreutz, Adult-Raymond Schmedthorst. After the meeting, the Entertainment Committee had a Valentine walk which was very enjoyable. Then they had a drawing for prizes and the lucky winners are as follows: Richard Burney--big candy heart and $15 Inez Zalman--$5 Ervin Dieterich--$5 Norma Jean Schmedthorst--$5 Ernest Clemons--$4.50 Prizes won by our youth were: a beautiful white poodle and $5--Honey Brown, Lisa Bordovsky--$3 and Julie Decker--$2. There were 52 adults and 19 youths present. The afternoon was very enjoyable. I'll see all of you at our next meeting March 11th at 3 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Banik Reporter -SPJST

LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI

Dear Brother Editor and Vestnik Readers: Since it is impossible for me to have a personal visit with all of you, and the columns in the Vestnik are open to all members, it is in this event you have me here again with my writing. I do feel that, in the first place I owe our Vestnik writers some response and all my thanks for their effort to make their activities

14 known in their fraternal organization. Not many people are willing to do something that they don't get paid for and, in the second place, it occupies the brain too much. In the many teachings and advice I have heard and read, there is one outstanding: "Keep your body and brain occupied at all times; don't get too lazy if you want to keep your good health." If I have ever had, in the past three years, some surprise to make my life more pleasant, it continued in this year of 1979. There are very little fraternalists at my age left here, but some of those who have passed away, are replaced from the younger generations. Enclosed you will find two letters which speak for themselves and answers how well our Vestnik is read. That inventor of the telephone is, in my mind, to be admired and his instrument appreciated. It is a good servant most of the time. Sometimes of course, a wrong number wakes me up from my sleep or calls me away from my work. One pleasant call was received February 5th, 1979 at 7:20 p.m. from one of our harmonious fraternalists, Brother J.H. Chupick of La Grange, Texas. The friendly conversation lasted about 15 minutes. he said, "I have read your letters in the Vestnik; it is my sincere wish to see you again. When yoti go through La Grange sometimes, make a stop at our home." We met for the first time at the SPJST State Convention at Temple in 1928. I was one of the two secretaries. In that convention, there was a proposal to add one more class of life insurance. The proposal passed under the Class JT--Junior Term to age 16. In my opinion it is a good class we have to date. Brother John H. Chupick was elected organizer of it. In 1929 I was president of Lodge No. 15 in Buckholts and wrote a letter to the late Brother J.R. Kubena, who was secretary of the Supreme Lodge of the SPJST Society. His office was in his home in Fayetteville, Texas. The letter was in the form of an application to establish the Class JT. In the summer months, Brother J.H. Chupick attended our meeting and, after some discussion and explanation, I signed up our four children; then many others followed. We had about 25 members to add their signatures in that meeting. They were the children from the Sokol families in the majority.

VESTNfK Brother Chupick, in 1929, signed a sufficient number of children in that category. He travelled the State of Texas to get this membership. He deserved, for his distinguished services, the reward he received in the SPJST Convention held in 1940 in Taylor---he was elected Supreme Lodge secretary and served for 20 years. The late Brother W E Kuzel and yours truly were delegates from Lodge No. 15, Buckholts. Then I joined Lodge No. 56, Corpus Christi in 1953 with a transfer from Lodge 15, Buckholts and served as president in the years 1956-57 and secretary from 1958 to 1964 inclusive---16 years and we exchanged many letters in our correspondence. He never was late with a reply. Whenever our Lodge No. 56 invited him to our picnics, he never failed to come with his lovely wife. Brother Chupick delivered his speeches in Czech and English. He always had something interesting to say and we enjoyed their presence. Sometimes we disagreed on a few things but after all, we were acting in a friendly way. I appreciate his good work as a fine citizen, loyal fraternalist and good friend. His experience, obtained as a real estate and insurance agent, was beneficial to our SPJST Society. There is a difference in the resemblance, size, color or language and so on of the people who exist in our world. I can also see where there is one of the old habits that is practiced in our homes, schools, churches, organizations, etc., where survivors and mourners bow and compliments are made and the laying of bouquets, wreaths on the caskets of their loved ones and so forth. To my opinion it would make more good and sense to living persons not to overlook them when they deserve it. Sometimes kindness, a smile, a glance or look of greeting, and a kind regard or exchange of a few words can make everyone feel more lucky and happy. Everyone, at times, is in need of friendly encouragement in their lives. In present days, I enjoy my health; no trouble with the cold so far and also enjoy my housekeeping work. When the weather outside permits, I love the sunny days and keep my yard around the house in the kind of condition where I have a pleasure when I look at it, especially my fruit and shade trees, blooming shrubs, rose bushes, flowers, blackberry bushes, and green carpet grass. I do

all this work by myself and enjoy it. I learned how to operate my kitchen when my lovely wife was unable to do the cooking she stayed with me, in the kitchen and taught me. Then later (when she was bedridden most of her time, I would ask her what she wanted to eat? Her answer was, "I will eat the same meal that you are going to cook." There was and is not too much of a problem to prepare a meal, since we can buy everything in the grocery store. My children are good cooks and helpers; when I have some problem they help. I am trying to be independent while able. I enjoy the meetings and sometimes the dances. It is good exercise for everyone. I am glad to see that our good managers and their helpers are keeping the business in good order; so far the black ink is used only at our lodge. The new building is becoming more popular. Many undertakings are going on and some days are booked in advance for the whole year in 1979. We, for sure, are in the demand and request for more volunteers to give the best service to our customers. In every SPJST local Lodge No. 79 and Sokol meeting, we are accepting new members, but we have very little new helpers. "Remember, the best smelling roses grow only on those shrubs with large thorns." This means that the best results in life come from working for them, (our lodge in this case). Fraternally, John Stasa Historian ** 120 Baretta Conroe, Texas 77301 Jan. 22, 1979 Dear Mr. Stasa: Enjoyed your article in the November 29th, 1978 issue of the Vestnik. In that article you mentioned my grandfather Joseph Onjezdsky on page 20. I was simply reading the article and ran across his name. Naturally, I was delighted. You see, I am doing family tree research and was interested in the sources from, which you obtained his name. I would be most appreciative for any information you might give me. In your article the spelling is Onj, but John should have been Ouj. Brandesky was my grandmother's half brother, this is why I know it is my grandfather, even though the

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 spelling is incorrect. I sincerely hope you can help me, even though this request may seem not so important. Thank you for your time and effort in this matter. I am anxiously awaiting your reply. Sincerely yours, Kenneth Kubala (This letter was received January 24, 1979 and it was answered on the same day--John Stasa) *** 120 Baretta Conroe, Texas 77301

BULLETIN BOARD SPJST SUPREME LODGE WORKSHOPS Saturday, March 10 — Hallettsville High School Saturday, March 17 — Lodge No. 29, Taylor Saturday, March 31 — Ennis Sokol Hall -- SPJST — District Meetings

Dear Mr. Stasa: Thank you for sending me the information on my grandfather Joseph Oujezdsky. If you would ever run across his name again, please let me know. Do you know of anyone in Texas who does research on family trees (genealogy) of Czechs in Texas? If so, I would love to know. Thanks so much! Sincerely yours, Kenneth Kubala (Received letter January 30th, 1979 and answered the same day--J.S.)

DISTRICT SPRING MEETINGS District II will hold their spring meeting Sunday, March 25th, 1979 at host lodge, Lodge No. 18, Elgin. * * District IV will hold their regular spring district meeting (in the 4th Sunday in April, 1979, with Lodge 160, San Angelo being host. * * District V will hold their spring meeting Sunday, March 11th, 1979,

(Editor's note: The above two letters were included with Bro. Stasa's article; also included was a clipping from Corpus Christi Caller of Wed., Jan. 31, 1979 - Funeral Notices which we feel will interest many of our members and readers. It reads in part, quote: BARTON-Rockport - Rev. Josef Adolf Barton, 65, died Monday afternoon in a Corpus Christi hospital. He was born in Granger, Texas and had lived in Rockport for the past eight years. He was ordained as a minister in 1940. From 1940 until 1979, he served in 22 different congregations of the Unity of the Brethren Church. Since 1971, he was the pastor of the Robstown Brethren Church. Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 31, 1979 at the Marshall Funeral Chapel in Rockport, his body transported to Taylor Unity of the Brethren Church for services at 10 a.m. Thursday with interment in the Granger Brethren Cemetery, in Granger, Texas. End quote.)

YOUTH SECTION

District V Youth Leaders' Training Seminar, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17th, at Lodge 142, 5508 NoIda, Houston. Exit off I-10 on T C Jester Blvd to Nolda. A noon meal and refreshments will be served. * * District VI — Training class for youth leaders, assistants and all other interested persons will be held at Talton Community Center March 24th, at 10 a.m. Camp — Bastrop State Park June 25-28 District VI YAD-- Boling Community Hall, July 15th * * District VII — Training class for youth leaders and assistants, and interested members, to be held at Lodge 107, Floresville, on April 7th beginning at 10 a.m. Lunch will be served for those who attend. * * District VII YAD—Saturday, July 28th. Location to be announced. SP1ST

From The District Youth Counselors

Youth Activity Calendar March 11-18 — Longhorn Recreation Lab for the entire state's youth department at the new 4-H Club Center in Brownwood. * * March 31 to April 1st — Youth Leaders' and assistants' seminar at Herrington's Camp, near Austin. * July 8th — District II YAD * * Sunday, Aug. 26th — State YAD at Temple High School • * Saturday, Sept. 29 — State Royalty; host lodge, Lodge 180, Burleson *•* District I Youth Leaders' Training Meeting — April 28, 9:30 Lin., at Lodge 188, Centerville District I YAD — June 16th, at Lodge 188, Centerville * * February 26 — District II Training Class for youth leaders, assistants and/or other interested parties, at Lodge No. 29, Taylor, beginning at 9:30 a.m.

DISTRICT II YOUTH COUNSELOR The District II youth leaders and assistants seminar will be held much earlier this year. This is due to the fact that we have so many new youth leaders in our district. The class is scheduled to be held at Lodge No. 29, Taylor on February 26th, beginning sharply at 9:30 a.m. This should also allow everyone sufficient time to get there on the scheduled time. We plan to finish at about 4:30 or 5 p.m. All youth leaders should be present at this seminar and please bring your assistants if at all possible. In fact, if anyone else is interested in the youth department, they may also attend. SYD Sister Massey will be present and will have all of the forms for the new youth year beginning June 1, 1979. She also will show us a craft we plan to use at camp this summer and Then, on March 11th through March 16th, the Longhorn Recreating Lab (LRL) will be held. This will be at the new 4-H Club Center in Brownwood. This lab is not only an SPJST project but includes many leaders from 4-H Clubs and also county agents and people from state hospitals, rest homes and many other places that sponsor recreational activities. The reason for this lab is for recreational'

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leaders to exchange ideas in the field of recreation. The SPJST is again paying the tuition for the youth leaders and the DYCs, so all you have to do is to devote your time to get to all youtn torms will again be discussed. Please make every effort to attend. The SPJST will also sponsor a youth leaders' and assistants' seminar. This is only a weekend and you are allowed to bring your spouse to attend with you. This will be held March 31st and April 1st at Herrington's Camp, near Austin. This weekend includes all youth leaders and assistants from the entire state, so you can get to meet many leaders from other lodges in the state and be able to learn more about our youth program and what other clubs are doing. Mark your calendar for March 25th which will be the District II spring meeting at Lodge 18 in Elgin. The details of this meeting have not yet been completed; however, more information on this meeting at a later date. I would like to remind all of the youth to start planning your crafts and talents, so if you have any spare time from your school activities you can start making your crafts. The YAD crafts, talent and royalty will be held July 8th. This seems a long way off but it is not. The youth members who are interested in attending camp should be sure they are attending their youth club meetings so they would be eligible to attend camp this year. The dates for this are not yet final but will be published as soon as available. This will be enough for today. Everyone should mark down these dates. Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky, DYC -SPJST-

ATTENTION

DISTRICT I YOUTH LEADERS

The Youth Leaders' Training Meeting has been re-set from February 24th to April 28th. I hope you can all make this meeting in Centerville, starting at 9:30 a.m. at the lodge. We have a lot of plans to make for YAD and camp, so come out and give us your ideas. I hope you are all making plans to attend the statewide youth leaders' meeting on March 31st and April 1st. It would be so nice to see District I well represented. I hope all your clubs are doing fine.

I'll be getting in contact with you about meeting with your clubs soon. See you all at the State Youth Leaders' Retreat ! Fraternally, Melinda Wilson District I DYC -SPJST-

DISTRICT IV YOUTH COUNSELOR

There are two activities that will be coming up soon for District IV. First, the District-IV training class for all the youth leaders and their assistants on March 5th at 9:30 a.m., at the home of Mary Haisler. This is an important meeting because all of the rule changes and activities are planned and discussed, so please be present and voice your opinion. Second, is the District IV meeting on April 22nd. The youth will have the same contests as in the previous years. We had a good turnout last year, so let's do it again. Fraternally, Mary Haisler, DYC

Letters From The Youth LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON

Dear Readers, The Warrenton Youth Club Lodge 179 met Saturday afternoon, February 11th for their Valentine social for the adults. They presented a door prize for an adult and youth which was a Valentine cactus in bloom. The adult prize was won by Sadie Bergmann and the youth's by Staci Schoenst. The youth club also presented the adult lodge a beautifully decorated Valentine cake to say THANK YOU for their support. Jeannie Eckermann baked and decorated this cake. We need to thank Rhonda and Jeannie Eckermann and Lyn Leonhardt for all the decorations. We also need to thank Mrs. Loraine Kneip and Mrs. Delores Bergmann who judged our homemade Valentines. The winners were Rhonda Eckermann- Just For U; Jeannie Eckermann - Be My Valentine and Lyn Leonhardt - Another Valentine is Sent. All the other Valentines were also nice and will make someone feel very special. George Keys led the pledge to start our meeting. We had 15 members and 4 youth guests, 3 leaders and 4 adult guests present. Our usual business meeting followed.

For old business we decided to use a school bus for our spring break and spend the day in Austin. The new business was to sponsor a country auction, plant walk and snowcone stand on our feast day. The meeting adjourned for refreshments followed by chicken stew and lots of desserts. Next, we played party games which everyone enjoyed. Fraternally, Sue Lynn Schoenst (2-13-79) -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 66, WACO

Dear Readers, Our January meeting was called to order by President Steven Stanislav at 1:30 p.m. January 21st. Larry Brem lead us in the pledge of allegiance. We had our treasurer's report by Vikki Nors. There are still a few who have to pay their dues. We had a skating party at Westview Skating Rink February 2nd. There was a good turnout. We are going to have a Valentine box contest at our February meeting with at least one box to a family. Janice Stanislav has to bring the cake for the February meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 1:50 p.m. We hope to see everyone at our next meeting. Fraternally, Karen Shelton (13) Secretary (2-12-79) -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 117, ROBSTOWN

Dear Readers, The Robstown Youth Club had a Valentine party February 10th at 'the Jackson Woods Scout Hut at 3 p.m. There were many games played and everyone participated in them. Prizes were given to the winners and no one was a "sore loser." A Valentine contest was held. Everyone brought a homemade Valentine and they were divided into four groups. The judging was done by some of the parents and I know they had to make hard decisions. The winners were: Senior Boy--Edwin McDonald, Senior Girl--Lisa Vansickle, Junior Boy--Chris Vansickle, Junior Girl--Rocky Bowers. Everyone had a very pretty Valentine made but everyone couldn't be a winner. After a few games were played,

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 refreshments were served. These were all very good and we would like to thank each of you who brought them. Then, after the refreshments, more games and contests were held. One game, that was a lot of fun, was the peanut-pushing game, (where you had to push the peanut with your nose); that was a lot of fun to watch. All activities were brought to an end at 5 p.m. All of us helped clean up and good-byes were said. Fraternally, Frances McDonald (15) Secretary (2-14-79)

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LODGE NO. 117, ROBSTOWN Dear Readers, The Robstown Youth Club had their Valentine party February 10th. We had a Valentine card contest and we played games. Refreshments were then served. All present had a good time. Fraternally, Donald Marek (7) (2-14-79)

LODGE NO. 30, TAITON Dear Vestnik Readers, The Taiton SPJST Youth Club held their regular monthly meeting and Valentine party February 4, at 2:30 p.m. at the Taiton Community Center. The meeting was called to order by President Karen Kahanek. The pledge was led by Kristine Krpec and the prayer was led by Karen Kahanek. There were 11 guests and 37 members present. Under old business we discussed our prize which will be given away at our District VI meeting. The members were also reminded to give to the Goodwill. Under new business we discussed our District VI meeting which will be held March 25, in Taiton. The members were reminded to turn in their points at the March meeting. The program for next month will be about, "Spring," or "St. Patrick's Day." The contest will be about anything that deals with March. Refreshment Committee members for the month of March are: Mrs. Albert Kresta, Mrs. Milan Krutilek and Mrs. J.W. Krutilek. Door prize winners were: Kelly Korenek , Stephanie Roye, Michelle Krpec, Keith Kresta, Jason Krpec and Lanelis Dornak.

The SPJST Cottonwood Lodge No. 6, headed by President Robert and Mrs. Dobecka and Youth Leaders Sister Willie Mae Schuetz and Sister Rose Uptmor toured the SPJST Library, Archives, Museum Sunday, January 28th from three to five p.m. and expressed that they all were well-pleased with what they have seen in the LAM Department of our SPJST. Contest winners were: 6-10, 1st-Janet Dornak, 2nd-Michelle Srubar, 3rd-Amy Kresta ; 11-17, lst-Yvonne Kresta, 2nd Anthony Kresta, 3rdBrend Kresta. We then worked on Valentines which will be taken to the rest home. The meeting was adjourned and refreshments consisted of cookies, cupcakes, candy and punch. Fraternally, Karen Kahanek (14) President (2-13-79) -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 174, ROCKDALE Dear Readers, The Rockdale Youth Club met at the Rockdale Public Library, February 9th, for a special meeting. We drew the lucky ticket for an afghan that we gave away. for our fund-raising project. The winner was J. W. Brashear from Cameron. The picture will be placed at a later date in the Vestnik. Fraternally, Cindy Miller (15) President (2-15-79) IFINITERMIUM

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IN MEMORIAM In memory of FRANK B. WOLCIK Dear, you have been gone two years as of March 1st. I think of you in silence, and often repeat your name, but all that is left to answer me, is a picture in a frame. A million times I needed you. A million times I cried. If love could have saved you dear, You never would have died. Love you forever, Annie Wolcik-wife.

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18 EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 173, Galveston, in behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister,

JEAN MARIE BAUMANN who passed away February 4, 1979 at Texas City after a lengthy illness, at the age of 22. Sister Baumann was born July 6, 1956 and had lived in Galveston all her life. She was a member of our lodge and youth club at the age of 9 years. She lived a very active life, in spite of her illness, until the last few months. Rosary was recited Monday, February 5th at the Broadway Memorial Room by Father Luke Miville. Funeral services were held February 6th at the Broadway Funeral Home with Father Miville officiating. Burial was at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock, under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home. Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Baumann, Sr.; one brother, Stephen Baumann, Js.; one sister, Jacquelyn (Baumann) Harris; grandmother, Mrs. Evelyn Lands and 3 nephews, all of Galveston. May our departed Sister Jeannie rest in eternal peace and her memory live among us forever. Resolution Committee: Bessie Findley Evelyn Kent Mary Lou Huepers

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY The, undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 68, Nelsonville, together with the entire membership, wish to express their condolences and deepest sympathy to the families of, MRS. EMILY KORENEK who passed away in the Bellville Hospital, February 1st, 1979, at the age of 82. Services were held February 3rd from the Pete Ettinger Funeral Home, with Rev. Gordon Hejl officiating of the Nelsonville Brethren Church. Burial was held in the Oak Knoll Cemetery. Sister Korenek was the daughter of the late pioneer family, Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Schiller, who resided at Nelsonville for many years. She was born on March 30th, 1896 and attended school at Nelsonville and was married to Mr. John Korenek on November 1st, 1922, who preceded her in death in 1953. Sister Korenek was a member of the Nelsonville Brethren Church and of the SPJST Lodge No. 68. Survivors include four grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 5 sisters. May God grant her eternal rest. Resolution Committee: Ben Maresh Louis Albert T. M. Kamas -SPJST-

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee, in behalf of the entire membership of Lodge Cesky Prapor No. 24, Cyclone, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, MRS. W.F. (EMILY) MIKESKA age 74, of Temple who died in a local hospital. Funeral was at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Harper-Talasek Funeral Home and burial was in Bellwood Memorial Park. Born in Czechoslovakia, she came to the United States as a small child and lived in the Temple area most of her life. Survivors include one son, Wilbert Mikeska of Burlington; two daughters, Mrs. John (Wilma) Jones of Houston and Mrs. Irene Jez of Waco; one sister, Mrs. Felix (Bessie) Biels of Holland ; nine grandchildren, and

two great-grandchildren. May our departed sister rest in peace. Resolution Committee: Nelda Marek Edwin F. Marek Doris Svoboda -SPJST-

HOME CLINIC By Roger N. Bell President American Land Title Association

Tax Trouble Real estate typically is a favorable long-range investment that has an important role as security for debt in our economy. Unpaid debts can be charged against property in legal proceedings. In addition, delinquent taxes of the owner can result in a financial claim against real property and become an expensive problem for the unwary buyer. Tax charges against Bell property are especially troublesome when public records fail to provide advance, warning of their existence because of some difficulty at the court house or other governmental office. A buyer in a western state was surprised to encounter this type of hazard shortly after purchase when he received a notice calling for payment of delinquent property taxes. Previously, a title search of the public records showed the taxes to be paid. Subsequent investigation disclosed that the taxes were erroneously paid by the previous owner. Upon discovery of the error, a tax official cancelled the payment to ma ke the taxes delinquentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but the change was not reflected in the public records at the time of the title search. Luckily, the buyer was protected by owner's title insurance issued at the time of his purchase transaction. The insuring title company paid the back taxes to save the buyer from financial loss.

Wednesday, February 21, 1979

There is contrast at Lajitas in the Big Bend area. Near a modern motel, the Cavalry Post, and the start of a resort development are an old-time trading post, shown at left, and a crumbling mansion amidst the broken ruins of an adobe boom town at Terlingua.

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Big Bend of Texas is area of vast distances BY GORDON M. QUARNSTROM

BIG BENDâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Here along the Rio Grande which is the border between the United States and Mexico is an area so vast you find it hard to believe it's only one part of the State of Texas. The mighty Chisos Mountains appear on the distant skyline as tiny uprisings. When you reach them, you find they are tall and rugged, among the most beautiful mountains in America. There are ghost towns, strangely beautiful desert vistas, Mexican border towns, the restored Fort Leeton, the little village of Castolon and a modern camp with comfortable accommodations. The National Park Service and the Texas Tourist Development Agency recommend enough time to take the five tours which

are outlined in the Road Guide available from the National Park Service. One tour takes you over Burro Mesa and to the mouth of the Santa Elena Canyon, where the Rio Grande has carved its way through the granite over countless years. Another drive is from the Basin junction to the Basin campsite, affording views of the mighty Chisos Mountains and a chance to climb along well-marked trails to view sights of rare beauty. The little Rio Grande Village and Boquillas Canyon, also reached by excellent paved highway, are on yet another easy drive. Variety, indeed. And let me recommend the Boquillas trip. The route is only 24 miles long and offers majestic late afternoon panoramas. The cliffs of Mexico's Sierra del Carmen are a

fantastic backdrop to the vast expanse of Chihuahuan Desert wilderness. It is wise to begin your park visit with an orientation session at the National Park Headquarters, centrally located at Panther Junction. Here you get assistance in planning your visit or special information about Big Bend's unique geology, plants, mammals, reptiles and birds. Big Bend National Park is 1,100 square miles of sweeping desert landscape that encircles the deep canyons and rugged spires of the Chisos Mountains. It is easy to reach via excellent Texas highways, and the Park Service roads are very good, as well. Fall and winter are good times to visit, when the weather is cool. In springtime the desert is abloom with millions of flowers.

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20 Enjoy The Slovakia Of Czechoslovakia

From the TAP Kitchen Texas Department of Agriculture-Reagan V. Brown,

Commissioner

MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE 1 C. sugar 1 tsp. butter 1/2 C. white corn syrup 1 tsp. vanilla 1 C. raw peanuts 1 tsp. baking soda 1/8 tsp. salt In a 1 1/2 quart casserole, stir together the sugar, syrup, raw peanuts, and salt, mixing well. Microwave at High for 6-9 minutes until light brown. Add butter and vanilla and stir well Microwave at High 1-2 minutes more. Peanuts will be light brown and syrup will be very hot. Add baking soda and gently stir until light and foamy. Pour onto lightly buttered cookie sheet. let cool 1/2-1 hour. When cool, break into small pieces.

NEVER FAIL PEANUT BRITTLE STOVE-TOP STYLE

Question—can you name the six countries comprising Eastern Europe? If you get to three and stop, you're not alone. This scenic cluster of countries—Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Bulgaria, Poland, Eastern Germany and Romania—is somewhat of an enigma to most Americans. Sandwiched between Western Europe and the USSR, and sharing the Danube River (which isn't blue), Eastern Europe offers travelers the best of both worlds . at prices much lower than Western Europe. If you only have time to go to one of these, then plan to visit Czechoslovakia, a country a little larger than New York state with a population of fifteen million. Most of the forty thousand Americans who go to Czechoslovakia each year stay in Prague, the thousand-yearold capital, making trips into the Bohemian countryside. Czechoslovakia is for the culturally-hungry, offering a rich blend of architecture, 2,500 castles, 40,000 monuments, and music, music everywhere. But ... there's more. The visitor who wants to sense the ancient mystery of this country, and completely escape the modern world,

should head south to Slovakia, the southeastern part of Czechoslovakia. Starting a trip at Bratislava, the capital located on the Danube, the visitor heads slowly (no rushing allowed ) East, driving through little towns which trace history back thousands of years, where people live in a different age, still weaving cloth for clothing, and making their own furniture. Such a journey back into time is certain to encounter some of the many folk festivals held during the summer and fall, and ends up in the High Tatras where turn-of-the-century resorts make the ideal stopping place for a few days of swimming, boating, hiking, or skiing. -In short Czechoslovakia— in the heart of Europe—is a fairyland kind of country set up to accommodate millions of visitors in first class hotels, and with organized motorcoach tours throughout Bohemia, Moravia and Slovakia. The big surprise in store for the first time visitor are the moderate prices for hotels, food, and gifts. For more information, call or write Cedok, Czechoslovak Travel Bureau, 10 East 40th Street, New York, New York 10016.

3 C. white sugar 3 tsp. butter 1 C. white corn syrup 1 tsp. salt 1/2 C. water 2 tsp. baking soda 3 C. raw peanuts 1 tsp. vanilla Boil sugar, syrup, and water until thread spins. Then add peanuts and, stirring constantly, cook until the mixture turns a brownish gold. Remove from heat, add butter, salt, vanilla, and'soda. Quickly pour onto buttered cookie sheet. Let cool and break into servingsized pieces. Sprinkle with salt when cool.

40% of Texas Citrus Crop Lost in Jan. Valley Freeze AUSTIN--An estimated 40-45 per cent of this season's citrus crop was lost to the January 3 freeze in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, Agriculture Commissioner Reagan V. Brown has announced. However, fruit is expected to continue moving to the fresh market for the next few weeks. Brown said freeze-damaged fruit is still being sold to juice plants, but "a considerable amount of citrus that fell to the ground has ruined and will not be recovered for juice. This condition was brought about by a lack of processing facilities, labor and trucks to haul fruit to plants." Fruit that Texas-Federal Inspection Service inspectors eliminated from fresh market sale at packing sheds because of dryness is still of juicing quality and is being accepted at juice plants. Brown also noted that tree

loss could not be estimated accurately until March when the trees put out new growth. "From past freeze experience we feel that we will have a loss in next season's crop," he said. "Just how much remains to be seen after the trees leaf out and bloom." The commissioner gave the following figures on other crops damaged in the freeze: Cabbage--About 70 per cent of the winter crop was lost, but new cabbage will be ready to harvest in about a month. Lettuce--Apparently 50-60 per cent of lettuce was lost. Harvest of new lettuce will begin in a couple of weeks and run through March. Onions--Onions were burned on the tops, but are making recovery. Harvest of 24,500 acres in South Texas will begin in mid-March. Reduction in onion .size will result in volume loss.

Wednesday, February 21, 1979

LBJ Historic Site attracts 700 daily BY GORDON M. QUARNSTROM JOHNSON CITYâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Coming of the cool months means the crowds visiting the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical site thin out a bit. . . to about 700 visitors a day compared with an average of 1,700 daily during the summer months. The historic site is in the Texas Hill Country, a lovely area where the late president was born and lived. It is in two units, about 14 miles apart. The Johnson City unit includes the Johnson family home and the Johnson Settlement, which preserves the scene of his grandparents: the cattle kingdom headquarters of Sam and Tom Johnson (1867-72) and the James Polk Johnson farm and ranch (after 1872.) The boyhood home is open every day except Christmas from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours in the summer. During the fall and winter the Johnson City visitor center and the settlement are open only on weekends. The second unit is the LBJ ranch, where free tour buses take visitors to the one-room school, which LBJ attended, the reconstructed Johnson birthplace, the Johnson cemetery, the LJB ranch with its registered Hereford cattle and the "Texas White House", to which Johnson retired after his presidency. The 90-minute tours operate daily except Christmas, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All take you over the ranchlands. The Tuesday and Saturday tours go by the home, where Mrs: Johnson still lives and which is not open to visitors. Johnson City is about 50 miles west of Austin and 60 miles north of San Antonio on U.S. 290. Nearby attractions also include the Admiral Nimitz Center in Fredericksburg, a town reflecting the cultural legacy of its German immigrant founders, Blanco

Not endangered species The Texas longhorn is not the preeminent beef animal of the Lone Star State any more, but the breed is not disappearing. Many ranchers still raise some of the long-horned critters, and they can be seen on exhibit at Johnson City and elsewhere in the state. Texas Tourist Dv1pt. Agency photo.

Rugged peaks and great expanses of open land mark the Big Bend of Texas.â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Photo by Gordon M. Quarnstrom

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`DUMB BIRDS?â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Are turkeys really so dumb that they will drown themselves in a rainstorm because they look up to see what is hitting them on the head? Whether the tales are fact or fiction, ' Texas turkeys are no joke to the state's economy, according to the Texas Department of Agriculture, since turkey production is a million-dollar industry.

Turkeys May be Dumb, But They Have Good Taste AUSTIN--Through the years, turkeys have gained a reputation for doing strange things. In fact, there are a lot of people who would say they are just downright dumb. Young poults will crowd into a coiner so tightly they smother. Panicked by hailstones, turkeys have been known to dart into the storm and die from the beating. Another story has turkeys staring into the sky during a rainstorm and drowning. Is this too far-fetched to be true? Most of these stories about turkeys are shrugged off as rumor by many who are not familiar with their odd behavior patterns. However, many turkey producers have had personal experiences which have borne out many of the tales. It has been noted, for instance, that the danger of turkeys drowning in a rainstorm is not as remote as you might think. They are said to become so curious about what is hitting them on the head, they gaze up into the sky and drown. Other turkey fanciers, citing the wily ways of the wild turkey, contend that it really

isn't the turkeys' lack of brains, but man's habit of putting them in unfamiliar surroundings, that earns them their undeserved reputation. Whatever the case may be, Texans who produce them can't be branded with a lack of common sense. Through innovative growing, breeding and marketing practices, they have made their product a vital part of the state's poultry industry. Including hatcheries and processing plants, turkey production adds several million dollars annually to the Texas economy. According to Agriculture Commissioner Reagan V. Brown, active promotions under the Texas Agricultural Products (TAP) program of the Texas Department of Agriculture have increased the popularity of turkey. "Working with the Texas Turkey Producers Board, a farmer-operated commodity organization, the TAP program spreads the word about the advantages of Texas turkey through statewide promotions in supermarkets and by other marketing campaigns," Brown remarked.

Q: I bought a home and several acres of land recently. After the transaction was completed, I discovered that the realtor did not have a license. Is the transaction valid? Also, do I have to pay a commission to this nonlicensed agent? A: The real estate salesman or broker's lack of a license will not change the effect of the instrument that your seller signed transferring legal title to you and it will not make any note or other instrument that you signed ineffective. An unlicensed person is prohibited by law from acting as a real estate broker or salesman. Should this unlicensed agent sue for his commission, his lack of a license will prevent his recovering a judgment against you, if this fact is properly brought to the Court's attention. Furthermore, if you are or have been injured or aggrieved by the agent, you may be able to sue him for damages under the Real Estate License Act.

law exempts property which is also exempt under applicable state law. Under the law of Texas, you would not lose your car and your household goods in the event you declare bankruptcy. Beyond that, you'll be allowed to keep your homestead, household and kitchen furniture, tools and books of your trade, family portraits and pictures, one pick-up truck in addition to the car, current wages for personal services, provisions on hand for home consumption like food, all wearing apparel and one dog. Q: My ex-husband died recently. Will I still be allowed to get half of his retirement, which was awarded to me by the court in our divorce. He has a wife of three years. I was the wife for 32 years. A: A surviving ex-wife may receive survivor's benefits at the death of the exhusband if the couple were married for 20 years. Beginning in January, 1979, the required length of time of the marriage will be reduced Q: My bills are stacking to 10 years. An award of the up faster than I can pay divorce court is not necesthem. H I have to take bank- sary for survivor's benefits. ruptcy, what must I give up? Send your questions to "You and the Will I lose my car and my Law," State Bar of Texas, P. 0. Boa 12487, Austin, 78711. Answers may household goods? appear in columns in hypothetical A: Federal bankruptcy terms; personal answers not possible.

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It's AZ and TX and not Ariz. and Tex. these days. AZ and TX are two of the 55 two-letter abbreviations devised by the Post Office Department for use in conjunction with ZIP Code. Postal officials are hopeful the abbreviations will be widely used. Both ZIP Code and the two-letter system are .measures to Alaska Alabama Arizona Arkansas California Canal Zone Colorado

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Minult dden jsem obdrtela pamatni knitedku od rodiny zesnule pf. Emily Dongresove z Califomie, ve ktere jsou vzpominky od deti, vnoudat a sourozenct zesnule. Musela bjrt velmi ctena a milovana, kdy stale na ni vzpomfnaJi a tolik jf postradajf. Muslin zde sdelit, te f jit jsem India to ptiletitost ji osobne poznat pted nekolika lety kdy zde byla navAtevou. Tehdy na svou sesttenku pf. Adelu Letikarovu a jejfho mantela kdyt tito jette bydleli poblite Dallas a pak pile s Letikarovtmi se podivat na moji sbifrku panenek. Take byla i v Taylor navAtIvit dal sesttenku pi. Prantitku Zgarboyou a bratra teto p. jaroslava Chalupu. Odetla nahle anit se kdo nadal a nyni jit klidne odpodfve, v dalekem state. Vyslovuji nal uptinutou soustrast a zesnule pteji klid n9 spinek. Pani Dongresove. zesnula 14.-8- 1978. Byla jsem velmi ptekvapena, kdy poitak me dorudil dopis od p1. Lillie Hubrove z Austinu, ye kterem bylo asi 7 pelmtch fotografif vzattch 28. tijna v Temple, kdy jsme tam men ten symposium. Tehdy jsme poznali deem a zeta p. Stati a trochu jsme si pohotill vespolek. PH torn p. Huber vzal take nekolik tech fotografil me a m'ch bratrt, pi. Willifordove z Ennis a nakonec i v9staviry mtch panenek a take p. A. Robka z Osl. Vtechny se pokne vydafily a srdeene za ne dekujeme. Budeme mitt pamatku na ten den, a nektere potlu svjrm ptibuzntin do stare vlasti. Nevirn , jak si zaslouti me takove pozornosti a zustivame velldzni dlutniky. Snad nekdy budeme moci jim laskavost oplatit. Pti teto ptiletitosti rada bych gratulovala otci pi. Huberove, p. Statad k jeho 88. narozeninam a go." ptat mu mnoho zdravi a svetesti

21. tinora 1979

WW1= Hvezdidky — male telmidky — nejvetti radost maji, kdy jejich ptitel mesieek vypada jako bochnfeek Honem nail zavolaji: "Me gan zlatt, kulatt, rozdavej nam zas dukaty: Divej nam, itedrf mesidku, hluboko sahnl v kapsidku" Dobradek je ten maidek, poslechne hlasy hvezdieek, dukaty zlate rozdavi, na podet pozor nedava.

Vnatem sousedstvi mantele Ed Vance nedavno otertell st rtij nov9 grocerni obchod, kdyt se ptestehoali do by'valeho obchodu. Safeway na Military Parkway. Obchod je vel mi distt a pekne zatizenjr a maji i jidelnu, a derstve zbai. Pani Van ce jest krajankou nebot' byla rosena a pochazi pry z Grapevine, Tx., a v Granger ma ptibuzne rodiny Naizerovy, ktere dobte zname. Pfejeme vte dobre j ejich podnikanf. Ve Ashland, Wisconsinu neat's,no pala krava, ktera byla hrdin-

kou Orove industrie (tam se hodne mlekafi a vyribi 'lone druhy Kdyt pak je jako rohlidek, Ora). Krava byla pi*/ nejstarti slyti zas roje hvezdieek: kravou v America neb ji bylo .39 "Mesidku, kozle rohatt, let. Mela pry v jejirn tiivote 30 terkde pak mas svoje dukaly?" latek, byla i na televizi a bylo o ni Josef Kub dka psano i v magazinu. Celkem dala pry 325 tisk liber mldka a v nejdo daltich let, aby byl stale tak leptim race \Tidy mela 16 tisic 11her mleka pro tovarnu strovou. Ma dily jako je dosad. jitelka jeji jest 78 leta a jiste ji Nedavno jsme men zde v Dallas bude postradat, kdyk byla tak komickou aferu ktera skoro skon- diouho jejim masliditem. dila s tragedii. Ono totig se jednaV Augusta, Maine jistk archeolo o dva kamarady — Indiany, ale logista naeel penis pfed 20 lety, kadi# jineho kmene, ktefi navgti kterY pry byl ralen asi 400 rokti v vili nekolik putyk kde se dot:4e na- Norsku pled ocijezdem Kristofa Ko pill a pak k ranu Ali do bytu toho luba do Ameriky. Kolbjorn Skaare, stargiho a tam se dostali do hadky hiavni kurAtor studii penezA na kdo tehcly pied lety zavraddil ge- niversite v Oslo, Norve2sku nerala George Caster-a pti bitve peniz byl ratan nekdy bud'to v Little Big Horn, kdy vtichni bill 1065 v 1080 za vlady krale Ude byli usmrceni, v td mane Sed- Olafaanebo III. a je t o pry norvegskS, kavalerii. Ten starCi ovgem tvr- cent. Tento byl nalezen na dil, ge lid jeho krnene toti g ' Sioux" pobfegi statu penis Maine jest MI MIvyhubili bile vojsko a druhy z kme kazem, ze Norvaane abyli v Ar ne Navajo, zas tvrdil ge jeho Tide merice pled Kolumbem, zde ate bud' to byli. Stazgi chytil toho miadgi- to Indiani z Kanady vymenili peho a hodil ho na zem, pak ho jegte nize Norveflantim a zanesli je kopl a nakonec vzal 13 indovou in- do Maine, anebo skuteene sami dianskou sekerku a posekal ho na meli zde osadu. To se jeAte musi rukou. Pak ho vyhodil ven z dome, vyzkoumat studiemi. ten zas gel a zavolal policii a to saJestli skuteene jest to peniz nor vfela toho majitele sekerky. Pozde ji ho pustila, kdyg mladg( kamarad vegskY, tedy bude to pravda, ze tisi to rozmyslel a uznal, de skated- to zde byli davno pled Kolumbem. no kmen pohlavara Sioux jmenem Ostatne take zbytky zaklad budov "Sitting Bull", skutedne vyhubil bi- dokazuje, ze kdysi kdosi stavil zde le vojsko a vyhral bitvu. A byl ko- v Americe zvlaetni obydli a to je to asi skanclinayskeho stylu. Tedy kdo nec pradkyl

Ve sttedu 21. axiom 1979 presentatives" za prodej velikeho mnatistvi pojistek u nateho fadu v minulem roce. Take bylo oznameno, tie mime 17 neb vice dlena, kteki maji k dostani 50-rodni tpendliky v tomto roce, vtak o tom bude psano vice jx)ztieji, donace od ptedsedy pratra Jerry Pechal tadu, podekovani bratrovi Jerry Chupik i bra,trovi Otto Hanue za opravy. Nove Cleny jszne OJAI': Annie Franz, Henry D. Wofford Jr., Bradler Wayne gula, Robert James gula a Christa Leigh Mitchell. Vitame vas do nateho tadu a pfichod'te do schazi. Ptestoupill od nateho HAW Johnnie E. Hutka a Bernice Hutka do kadu Cislo 177 Academy, Texas. Vyplacene pojistky u nateho fadu maji dlen1 sestra Marie M. Vatidek, bratr Robert Vatieek Sr., 1, bratr Robert A. Hell. Zpravy alech afednika i vYbora byly podine, bratr Nick A. Morris pedal zpravu za zabavni vYbor, sestra Lillian Kotarek podala zpravu RAD OSLO 47, SEATON dozordi vfbor. Mile sestry a bratti, Na stitinim vYboru jsou naNati anorovou schazi sledujici brath: John Hrutka, pfedseda bratr Jerry Pechal pfesne Dan Balusek, J, D. Chlapek, Frank ve dare hodiny v nedeli odpoledne. Heji a Anton Moti a na vYboru pro Povstanim vtech ptitomnYch adrzbu jsou bratti Calvin tkrabavzclan slib vernosti natim vlajkam. lek a Alfred L. Klu.sidek. Nosidi vlajek byli bratti Gene 8kra Vedouci mlidete ses. Delores bank a David Pechal. Zastali jsme ';'Icrabanek podala jell zpravu. Meli stat k tient modlitbe a uctili jsme 28 dlena ptitomno 1 nosttevnika, 3 zesnule deny: a sice, sestru Emily dospele a 3 nove Cleny. Neel a bratti John Maruna, Robert Dvetrij ceny obdraeli sestra DelKrcha, a Harry A. Kotrla, kterY a Mares a bratr Joe L Aefdik. byl nett'astnou nahodou usmrcen Nate pfitti schaze se bude pav automobilovem nettesti ph Sea- tadat prvni nedeli 4. latezna ye 2 ton, budia jim vtem zeme lehke. a hodiny odpoledne, doufame, ae se pozastalYm vyslovujeme nejvrouc- nechate videt v hojnem poCtu. nejti soustrast. Po schilzi jsme meli svaainu a Nemocne Cleny jsme melt: Bra- "spoleeensku hodinku" a pak jelo tki Oscar KozlovskY, Roman Pechal, -e domu. Tak nashleda,nou v pink' Tom Hurta a Rosa Schofer. Pfeje- schazi. me artem dlenam aby se brzy uSe sesterskym pozdravem zdravill. Annie Jakubec, dopisovatelka Navtitevu jsme melt: Ann Balu- SPJST sek, Mildred Cervenka, Marylou Corpus Christi, Tex. krabanek, George Pavelka a Joe Cteny bratke redaktore a dtenati Krahulik, navtteva nam byla Vestniku: a douftme, te zase brzy ptijdete. Ua mne zde mate zase a to proto Tajenanice sestra Ginger Musa- aby jste si nemysleli, tie jsem eek ptedetla protokol z minule BYval jsem poudovan, kde po schaze, ktery byl pfijat jak napsan, hyb a poutilvani mozku pfispiva take pfedetla dopisy a sice: dekov- k natemu zdravi. Vzal jsem si tedy nY dopis od Bell Co. Jr. Fair a ono ponaueeni k srdci a poznaLivestock Show, dekovnu kartu od van), te jest to dobra rada. rodiny zesnuleho bratra John Ma.Jestli jsem mival v pfedetlYch runa, a od rodiny zesnule sestry letech piljemne ptekvapenky, tak Emily Neel. Dekovny dopis od bra v nich i tento rok pokraeuji. Mnotra Lad Zatopek natim "sales re- he ty znamosti zdavnYch dob jsou

vi, jak to kdysi se vtie odehrilo, kdya zaznamy se nedrtely? Rada bych gratulovala manaelam Alvin NesudovYrn ae obbIrteli peknou plaketu za 45 let verne slut by pro fad 25 v Ennis. Tea p. Alfons Gureekemu za, 47 let sluaby a sestrain Dolfie lirablnove a Wilma Nesudove za slutlay a Wayne take za krasnou nastennou malbu v sini tadu 25 kterou katdY obdivuje neb to bylo hodne prate. Take pi. V. tramkova, A. Honzovt, J. Trojadek a A. Gureeky za zhotoveni drzatko pro vlajku u sine k pocte p. Emile Trojadka od fedi' 25 kterY ztratil svaj iiv at a tea Edwin GureckY (oba ye slutibich americke vlasti) Jiste si vtichni potty zaslou gli a fad 25 je na vtechny hrd.Y. Pani Vlasta Parmova v Ennis jit je pry zase doma z opatrovny kde byla nejakY eas po Bye nehode s kloubezn. Jia pry zase zaeina, chodit s pomoci tak zvaneho "walker" Jeji pfatele ji pfeji *de dobre. - SPJST -

25 oiivovany vYmenou schizenim as ve schazich spolkovYch, ph ViznYch spoledenskych podnicich a k tomu vYmena dopisa. U2 je jich zde malo mezi nami z to prvni a druhe generate pfistehovalca nati na, rodnosti. Pkikladam zde dye, dopisy k 째titteni ye Vestniku ktere mluvi samy za sebe, kde nekdo ete ten nae Vestnik a ph tom i ty mole dopisy Z vettiho dila pojednavaj1 o spolkovYch zalatitosteeh. Ten vynalezce toho telefonu je u nine cten a uctivan. On mi bat째 poslouti k pfijemnemu pfekvapeni jako naptiklad v pondeli veder sedm ho din a 20 minut dne 5. anora 1979 jsem uslytel z,namy hlas, ktery se mne ptal jestli je to John State, co ozval telefon a ohlasil se, ge on je John H. Chupick z La Grange, Texas. Nate pfatelska roz rrauva trvala 15 minut. Byl to pro mne zase jeden z tech pkijemnych okamtkii, ktery mne velmi potetil. Rekl, te Cte moje dopisy ye Vestniku a te by mne chat jette nekdy videt. Mind pozvanku jak pojedu nekdy v tu stranu, abych as u nich zastavil v La Gran ge. Ja jsem bratra J. H. Chupicka poznal bilge ve sjezde SPJST v roku 1928 v Temple, Texas, kde jsem byl zvolen sjezdovYna. tajemnikem. V tomto sjezde bratr Chupick byl zvolen organizatorern detskeho po jitteni (JT). Pak v roku 1929 on ptijel do schaze kadove Cislo 15 v Buckholts, Texas. Byl jsem v tu dobu pkedsedou onoho tadu, tak jsem uvedomil Illavni afadovnu, ktera v tu dobu rnela dtadovnu ve Fayetteville, Texas. Tam jsem dal bratru Chupickovi upsat nate 4 deti dalti nasledovaly a detskY odbor byl zaloten. Byl to jeden z tech nejleptich navrhu, ktery byl podan v onom sjezde. Bratr Chupick v kratkem ease upsal potkelany podet elenstara. Od to doby br. Chupick vetel ye znamost mezi sjezdovymi zastupci, tak ae v roku 1940 ve sjezde 'v Taylor, byl zvolen tajemnikem. Po 201ete zdarne slutibe ye sjezde ktery byl konan v roku 1960 v San Antonio byl na jeho misto zvolen bratr Raymond A. Urbanovsky z West, Texas. Pozden kdyti jsem as odstehoval zde do Corpus Christi, Texas v roku 1940 a s pfestupni listinou se stal elenem tadu dislo 56 a pak v roku 1956 a 1957 ptedsedou a ta-

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26 jemnikem 16 rokri, tak nage sores pondence nastala k ripinemu uspo kojeni, v2dy jsem dostal rychlou odpoved'. Kdykoliv byl poiadan aby se afteastnil nagich fidovSTch podnikri, nikdy neodmitl. Jeho man2elka ho y2dy dopro ya2ela. Vgichni jsme je radi uvideli pro jejich narocini uvedomeni a spolkovou einnost. Ve mnoha pilpadech jsme se rozchazell. Cesty mohou bSrti rozlidne jen kdy vedou k dobremu ridelu a elli Jaky by to byl jednotvarr4 21vot na tomto svete, kdy vgechno obyvatelstvo by bylo stejneho smSr o ? Tak jak lidske podoby se-Menl rrizni tak je to i s na girn rozumem a nerozumem. Pozoruji, kde je zvykem mrtvSan osobam po jejich smrti klasti kyiti na jejich rakev a na hrob, kdy ta osoba to u2 n,evidi a idle' slova neslygi. Nekdy uslytet vlidne slovo kdy2 Eje mnoho znamena pro taLekce osma — Eight Lesson kovelo snaiiveho man2e1a, otce, man2elky, matky a spolublitnich. Read the following exercises and Jest to povzbuzeni v jeho chovani. words out LOUD with your parents Ja jsem vidy pova2ova1 mantel- or friends. sky divot Za nerozluen* a 2iyot spol koySi a spoleeens0 za pfatelskt ye (teni — Reading kterem se mime doplriovat, spoluNage kola — Our school Prisobit a mitt radost kdy se dilo To je nage iko/a. A toto je nadeli ve spoleenem podnikani. se tkida. Tam je ucitel. Zde jsou Ptitomne marn radost z mojeho studenti. Jan je student. On ma pezdravi, 2e se jegte molu nakde u- ro a knihu, Co je Jla stole? To Je platnit, radost, 2e nejsem na do- moje tufka. Ueitel ma kfidu a pie bro ponechan sam sobe a dal gi rana tabuli tuto pohadku. dost, kde vidim jak nekolik sna g Byl jeden domeeek. rch elenri sokolske Jednoty Cor--yS ✓ torn domeaku stoleaek, i us Christi a elenri SPJST fidu na stoleaku mistiaa, dislo 79 Corpus Christi, Texas, si na mistiace vodiaka, poeinaji, aby nova, spolkova budov to vodlace rybieka. va siouhla yyteeneinu ridelu a can "Kde je ta ryba?" a dostala syjan finanenim povinno Kneka ji snedla. stem. Zaroveri by mne take pate"Kde je ta koeka?" gilo uvidet vice Mentz, ktefi by se ✓ lese zabehla. chteli dobrovolne venovat vyiado"Kde jsou ty lesy?" Vine pact "Nejvice libezne vonici Na prach shoiely. rate nerostou na keHch bez trni. "Kde je ten prach?" S bratrsldm pozdraveni na vg Voda ho vzala. chny dtenate 'zristiva "Kde je ta voda?" John Stage, Volt ji vypili. — •PAM "Kde jsou ti volt?" Pant je stadia. "Kde jsou ti pint?" Na hibitove pochovia SLIB VERNOSTI VLAJCE • • SPOJENtell STATO our, ours tabule (F) — nab "Jai slibuji vernost vlajce Spojetfida — class, or blackboard nych staid sunericktch a republice, pole (N) — field classroom kterou zastiva, jeden mired, pod koille al-shirt maso -- meat Bohem nedilitelny se svobodou a mask) — butter moje my spravedlnost 'dem." student - student still table

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uoitel — teacher na stole — on kntha — book the table ryba — fish as tabula — on Jan — John the blackboard coda — water pohadka — fairy novf, a,e — new tale mad, fi,6 — old dobr3, fi,6 - good mei*, a,e — little zljr, a,e — bad velkt, fi,6 wicked Cerny, a.,6 -black kiida — ehe° zde, to — were bilY, a,e — white Miuvnice — Grammar 1. In Czech the adjective must agree in gender form with the noun that it modifies. Example: malt' stfil, (small table), mall kni ha, (small book), male okno, (small window. In the vocabulary there are adjectives given showing the three gender endings t, a, and C. 2. In the reading exercise the feminine nouns kfid a, pohadka, and kniha, are spelled with the . ending u. This is because in Czech when a noun is used in some tune tion other than the subject or predicate nominative it must be put into a case. The aforementioned feminine nouns are in the accusative case functioning as direct objects answering the question "'what?" The feminine nouns ending in 'a' change this ending to te when used as direct objects.

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Homework 1. Select suitable adjectives for the nouns given in the vocabulary. Remember that the nouns are either masculine, feminine or neuter, depending on their endings, and the adjectives must agree with the nouns in gender ending. 2. Translate the reading exercise into English. 3 Memorize the vocabulary 4. Translate into Czech: I have a book. This is a pencil. What is on the table? That is our new school. (What new words do you see above? Find out their meaning.) — SPAT —

Ve sttedu 21. ilnora 1979 PiSNItKA PRO KRAJANA PANCNERA DO CHICAGA Zpiva, kadde rano morayske nieky, ktere ma tolik rad a ktere mu pies Best desite let nedaly zapomenout na rodnou Moravu. 29. dubna. slavil F. Pancner 86 let sveho divota a 65 let rortirovani deskeho slova v USA. Kdyi j sme jej lord v lete nazvala v Oeskoslovenskem svete chicagskYrn Krameriem, po daltich setkanich s nim si uvedomuji, ae jsem toto svoje pojmenovani ani trochu nenadnesla. Je oddanYm propagatorem Ceske knihy a vteho, Co je z nai zeme. Oeske knidky, gramodesky, ale ktitt'al a vytivky pattily v jeho obehode n a termakove bide vddy na prvni misto. Ptejeme tedy jubilantovi hodne zdravi do daltich let a vzdavame hold jeho "krameriovske" expedici. Ostatne vklyt' nejen pro knihy, desky a ostatni si jezdi kaddy rok do deskoslovenska jezdi 1 do Piett'an, MarianskYch Lazni — pro Kterou pisnidku na podest krajana Pancnera spustime? Tteba jeho nejrnilejti "Moravo, Moravo" — "Ide Maryna" nebo "Ma rortomila Barunko" "V tej nai aleji". Vie chny jsou hezke, melodicke a krajan Paener s nimi zadina kaddY svrij den na Oermakove Rana Vondradkova SPJST -

SVAT JANAtKOVY HUDBY ZNTlnene kopce s kadetemi les*, kamenne trosky kdysi mocneho hradu. Pod nimi vesnidka s biskupskYm zamedkem a oborou, s kostelidkem, s jednopatrovou tkolou a klubem chalup. To jsou Huktvaldy. V minulosti ten ptivetivy kout vYchodni Moravy, °sidle* do podruhy z panskeho dvora, pastevci, tkalci a plateniky, neoply val prove bohatstvim. Kus tisnive tidy tu prail 1 Leon Janatek, ktery se narodil 3. Cervence 1854 do rodiny uditele a regenschoriho Jikiho Janaeka jako jedno z Ulnae ti, di spite z deviti deti. Je to kraj, do Jehot narudi se Jaziadek neustale vracel, ktery nikdy nevymazal ze sveho srdce. Ptichut' hukvaldskYch lesri a beskydskYch tek maji i Janadkovy .`La tske tance". Ticha a vidna dub, kraje se zrcadli v kiavirnich cykiech "Po zarostlem chodnidku" a "V mlhach". Make laske natedi — co je v nem kriusyl Pro Janadka

mela tu poetickou chut' krasy morayska lidove, piseri vabec. Sbiral lidovou piseri, upravoval ji, vydaval pisne sbirky. V roce 1885 dokonce vedl morayskou delegaci na narodopisnou vYstavu do Prahy. Goticke vele biskupskeho chramu, Hrad 8pilberk s kasematy, yevodici ze zeleneho kopce moti srovnanYch do ulic, ulieek a namesti. Augustiniansky klanter s davnYmi tradicemi. Textilni tovarny. To bylo Brno — misto Janadkova mladi, ktere se mu stab od jedenacti let domovem. Nejprve mi sto tkoleni u skladatele a narodnis-io buditele Pavia Ktitkovskeho. Po torn misto jeho uditelskeho 'Asobeni na mestskYch tkolach, v veckych a hudebnich spolcich "Sva topluk" a "Beseda brnenska" i ye vlastni varhanicke tkole. Misto tvr de prate, leckdy ptimo beznadojzoufale. Ale take misto Janadkovy lasky, mandelstvi a otcovstvi. Nakonee misto slavnYch svetovYch jreanier jeho skladech a oper. V roce 1905 demonstruje utiskovany desky lid pro zaloteni Ceske university v Brne. Janadek je take v ulicich. Pt1 demonstraci je rakouskou policii zabit delnik Fran titek Paylik. Janadek pile svou vzrutenou klavirni sonatu "1. 10. 1905". Ale dodkal se 1 is t'astneho 28. kijna 1918 — dne deskoslovenske samostatnosti. Jak radostny a vzneteny je zpev jeho "Symfonietty" k pocte d,ivota v asvobozenem state! aodkal se 1 zalodeni Ceske univerlty v Brne. Z rukou jejiho rektora ptijaly Lea Janadek, profesor Mistrovske tkoly na innenske konzer ratoti, destny doktore,t. Bile pavilony rozhozene mezi kop i do tachovnice p take a ztidel le dive vody — to jsou lazne Luhadovice na jigni Morave. Janadek tu jezdival za giravim a odpodinkem. Malokdy vtak skutedne odpodival. Tady vznikala nektera jeho dila, raly zde pinny na dalti skladby, icrystalizovaly mytlenky. Skladatel tu psal ted svou "Glagolskou mti" staroslovansky liturgicky text, svou vzpominku na Velkou Moravu a vice net' tisiciletou cyrillo-metodejskou tradici. Svet Janadkovy hudby, ktery pometuje eloveka, je vtak mnohem kik a univerzalnejti. Vystihl snad nekdo lepe Ceske malornett'actvi, ned Janadek v opete "VYlety pana Broueka do XV. stoleti"? Jak dalostne ty vyzniva konfrontace s re-

voludnimi husity! Tragicky rozmer eloveka nesou zase dila, inspirovane, ruskYmi klasiky DostojevskYm, TolstYm, OstrovskYm. Janacek V nich protestupe proti nesmyslne de gradaci lidskeho divota, ubiteho atmosfete despoticke pseudomoralky. Tak je tomu v "Mrtvem dome" carskeho vezeni, v danem kontrapunktu "Kreutzerovy sonaty" 1 v pkibehu Kati Kabanove. Jak v souvislosti nevzpomenout take utrpeni ubohe pastorkyne Jenrifyl Ani vatnivy ptibeh Lasky v "Zapisniku zmizeleho" se- nemilde vymanit z ()kora socialni a rasove nerovnosti a ze site ptedsudkii. A pies to — nebo prose proto—ptitakava Janadek osvolbozujici lasce i divotodarnemu kolobehu ptirody. Oslawn pkirody je jeho opera •`Litka Bystroaka". Je vtak i aiegorii lid skYch vztahri, prolinanim lidskeho i ptirodniho. V Janadkove kosmu je &ova mirou veci, a proto filosofie divota spoeiva v ptijeti a v na,pineni lidskeho ridelu. Take v jeho opeta "Vec Makropulos" pke rfista moment lidskm touhy po ne s -smrtelnoivpdt'ajcismyl smrti. Tak, jak zapasil Janadek o sebe,, zapasil i o svou hudbu. upornY dialog se svetem, ale dasteji °samely dialog vedl v otazce privodnasti sveho hudebniho jazyka. Jeho "na pevkova teorie" vyrostla z pozoro vani realneho lidskeho projevu, z keel, smichu, natku, kkiku, zpevu. Janacek si ovekoval pusobnost pro stfedi, psychicky i emocionalni stay, eloveka, vztahy, podminene lidskym j ednanim a vyj adtene zvukern. `•Napevky mluvy" — jak Jim kikal zvykove zaznamy dive pti rody, mu vtak byly pouze studijnirn materialem, vychodiskern k tvorbe, cestou k umelecke pravdivosti a pfesveddivosti jeho hudby. Nikdy nich sve dilo nelepil dohromady. Proto take ye vrcholne tviirdi etana tradieni hudebne pe formova, schemata a zadal formovat svobodne. Starobyly kamenny most pies blatonosnou feku Otavu, tiche uliCky, zasnene namesti. To je jihodeskY Pisek, domov Janadkovy ptitelkyne Kamily Stosslove. Skladatelev pozdni vztah k teto 'gene zrodnil tvfirdi Cinnost posled. jeho obdobi. Svedectvim v tomto smyslu andel& II. smydcovy kvartet -"Listy driverne"! D, 0. Puki

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SP1ST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY NOTICE: Standing announcements of lodge meeting dates are published in the Bulletin Board section. • • Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood Friday, Feb. 23 — Social — SPJST — Lodge No. 13, Dime Box Saturday, Feb. 24 — Private

Lodge No. 35, Elk Saturday, Feb. 24 — Johnnie Bradshaw's Centex Playboys Saturday, Mar. 3 — Jerry and the Melody Five Saturday, Mar. 10 — Country Medallion Sunday, Mar. 11 — Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 17 — High Noon Saturday, Mar. 24 — The Casuals Saturday, Mar. 31 — Felix and The Country Sensations — SPJST —

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Lodge No. 18, Elgin Saturday, Feb. 24 — Little Fishermen Saturday, Mar. 3 — The Reece Bros. Saturday, Mar. 10 — Hi-Toppers Sunday, Mar. 18 — Battle Dance; Joe Patek vs. Ellinger Combo Saturday, Mar. 24 — Lee Roy Matocha Sunday, Mar. 25 —• Hosting District II meeting — SPJST — Lodge No. 24, Cyclone (Flag Hall) Saturday, Feb. 24 — Debonaires Saturday, Mar. 3 — Casuals Saturday, Mar. 10 — Moods Wednesday, Mar. 14 — Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 17 — Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five Saturday, Mar. 24 — Bell-Prater wedding dance; Debonaires Sunday, Mar. 25 — Kocian-Marek wedding dance; The Vrazels Saturday, Mar. 31 — Roy Robins and The Availables (Dress Regulations; Dresses and pantMats for women — men: no blue Jeans.)

— SPJST-.-Lodge No. 25, Ennis Saturday, Feb. 24 — Vrazels vs. Jodie Mikula Saturday, Mar. 3 — Westernaires and The Country Playboys Saturday, Mar. 24 — Country Boys Saturday, Mar. 31 — American Sunrise — SPJST — Lodge No. 29, Taylor Saturday, Feb. 24 — Joe Patek Saturday, Mar. 3 — Red Raven Polka Band Saturday, Mar. 10 — Debonaires Saturday, Mar. 17 — Fritz Hodde Saturday, Mar. 24 — The Innovations

Lodge No. 47, Seaton Saturday, Feb. 24 — Blue Vest Boys Tuesday, Feb. 27 — Choral practice 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 3 — Harold Strand Orchestra Saturday, Mar. 10 — Gilbert Kautz Orchestra Sunday, Mar. 11 — Battle Dance, 4 to 10 p.m.; Vrazel Polka Band vs. Joe Patek Orch. Saturday, Mar. 17 — The Cloverleaf Orch. Coming — Friday, Mar. 23, the popular Casuals, playing modern country for all ages: 8 to 12. Doors open at 6:30. First appearance at Star Hall for this 'Out-West Country Dance." Dress: Western or casual wear; no hats, halters or tank tope. Saturday, Mar. 24 — Jimmy Nemec and The Music Masters Saturday, Mar. 31 — Jerry Haisler and The Melody Five. (Dress Policy: Ladies — dresses only; Men — Dress pants only. — SPJST —

Lodge No. 54, West Wednesday, Mar. 7 — Youth Club meeting, 7 p.m. Sunday, Mar. 11 — Lodge meeting social, 3 p.m. — SPJST -Lodge No. 66, Waco (Linden Hall) Saturday, Feb. 24 — The Casuals Saturday, Mar. 3 — Starlites Saturday, Mar. 10 — Jerry Haisler's Melody Five Saturday, Mar. 17 — Vrazel Polka Band Saturday, Mar. 24 — Blacky and The Country Gentlemen Saturday, Mar. 31 — Wedding dance =EBY =WAX — GAME NIGHT. '7 p.m.

Lodge No. 74, Lovelady Saturday, Feb. 24 _ Night Time Friends Saturday, Mar. 3—Country Squires Saturday, Mar. 10 — Country Combinations Sunday, Mar. 11 — Lodge meeting, 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 17 — Music Masters Saturday, Mar. 24 — Texas Travelers Saturday, Mar. 31 — Lone Star Express GAME NIGHT EVERY THURSDAY, '7:30 p.m. (All of our regular Saturday night dances are from 9 p m to 1 l a. m. The lodge phone number is 544-8200. SPJST —

Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi Saturday, Mar. 3 — Leo Majek Orchestra Thursday, Mar. 3 — SPJST Lodge meeting, 7 p.m.; Sokol, 8 p.m. Friday, Mar. 23 — Sandy's Six Pack Saturday, Mar. 24 — Pavelka Band Saturday, Mar. 31 — Gary Davis Band — SPJST — Lodge No. 80, Holland Saturday, Mar. 24 — Moods — SPJST —

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Lodge No. 84, Dallas Friday, Feb. 23 — Country-Western Dance; C.B. Boys Saturday, Mar. 3 — Dance; Jodie Mikula Band Saturday, Mar. 17 — CountryWestern Dance; Jerry Hargrove and band Sunday, Mar. 18 — Lodge No. 84's Anniv. Dinner and Program 12 noon — SPJST — Lodge No. 88, Houston Friday, Feb. 23 — Dick Allen and the River Road Boys Saturday, Feb. 24 — The Texas Dutchmen Friday, Mar. 9 and Sat., Mar. 10 — The Guy Lombardo Orchestra Social every Thursday night at 8 p.m Supper served from 5 to '8 p . m. Breakfast is served at our Friday and Saturday night dances and at all special dances. — SPJST —

Wednesday, February 21, 1979 Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth Saturday, Feb. 24 — K of C Council 2813 Benefit Dance; Bill Kucera and the Czechmates Thursday, Man 8 — Ladies' Circle meeting, 10:30 a.m. Friday, Mar. 9 — Frank Kucera Band from Schuyler, Neb. Sunday, Mar. 11 — Reg. monthly meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 17 -- 4th Degree K of C St. Patrick's Day Dance; Bill Kucera,'s Czechmates Saturday, Mar. 31 — Lodge dance, Frankie Vrla Orch. of Dallas SPJST -Lodge No. 107, Floresville Sunday, Mar. 4 — Lodge meeting, 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Mar. 25 — Hosting District VII meeting SPJST —

Lodge No. 130 Dallas & Sokol Zizka Saturday, Feb. 24 — Mardi Gras — Harold Strand Orch. Saturday, Mar. 10 — Czech Harvesters Saturday, Mar. 24 — Vrazels (Dress Code: Women — dresses, evening pantsulta Men — coats, leisure suits, shirts inside trousers: no blue jeans,) SPJST —

Lodge No. 135, Ennis Saturday, Mar. 10 — Jodie Mikula — SPJST — Lodge No. 142, Houston Friday, Mar. 9 — Lodge meeting, 8 p.m. — SPJST — Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth Saturday, Mar. 3 — Jerry Max Lane Sunday, Mar. 4 — Spaghetti Dinner, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Mar. 11 — Lodge meeting, 3 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 24 — Texas State Volleyball Tournament, followed Disco Dance GASES NIGHT each Friday, 7:30 P.A. — WAIT --

Lodge No. 161, Jourdanton Sunday, Mar. 4 — Lodge meeting, 11:30 a.m. at Civic Center, Jourdanton. Plate lunch afterward SPJST — Lodge No. 172, Pasadena Saturday, Feb. 24 — Gold Banners Saturday, Mar. 10 — Donnie Vavra Saturday, Mar. 24 — City Polka Boys

Res. lodge meetin g, 2nd Wednesday of each month . Dances 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Socials every Thursday, 8 P.M., and Saturday at 2 p.m. Lodge 10Cation: 911 Shaw PhOne 4724330,

Lodge No. 177, Academy Saturday, Feb. 24 — Jerry, Butch and The Centres Saturday, Mar. 3 -- Johnny Lyon and The Nu-Notes Friday, Mar. 9 — The Debonaires. Saturday, Mar. 10 — Sage Brush vs. Jody Jay's Silvertones Saturday, Mar. 17 — The Journe ymen vs. Bill Waits' Goodtimers Saturday, Mar. 24 -- The Gentres Friday, Mar. 30 — The Starlites Saturday, Mar. 31 -- Ted Harding and The New Sounds Second Wednesday each month — youth club meeting, 6:30 p . m.; adult meeting, 7:30 p,m. Game Night every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Kitchen is open. (Dress Policy: No hats, no raw or dirty clothes, no shorts, halter tops, midriffs or shirt tails out) SPJST —

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Lodge No. 178, Longview Fatally Game Nights every Friday and Sunday, 7 p.m. SPJST —

Lodge No. 179, Warrenton Sunday, Mar. 11 — Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. — SPJSTLodge No. 180, Burleson Friday, Feb. 23 — Rollin' With The Flow (sponsored by St. Jude's Friday, Mar. 9 — Lodge meeting Saturday, Feb. 24 — Rambling Rhythms Tuesday, Feb. 27 — Board of Trustees' meeting, 7 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 1 .— Lodge and youth club meeting, 7 p.m. SPJST — Lodge No. 181, Montgomery County Family Game Ni ghts every Thursday. at 8 p.m. Conroe Ballroom. — SPAM Lodge No. 187, Round Rock

Sunday, Mar. 4 — Lodge meeting, 3 p.m., followed by covered-dish supper at the home of the Williams, 4103 Spanish Oaks Dr. Sunday, April 8, 1979 — Grand opening and dedication of new hall. (Details forthcoming) — *WAIT —

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