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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76501 USPS — 658480 VOLUME 68 NUMBER 9 FEBRUARY 27, 1980

SPJST XXEI QUADRENNIAL CONVENTION JUNE 9-10-11-12, SAN ANTONIO

PASEO DEL RIO - The Downtown River Walk. Along the banks of the meandering San Antonio River is this picturesque shopping, dining and nightclub spa. In the heart of "One of America's Four Unique Cities" amid banana trees and passing sightseeing river taxis one can dine indoor or outdoor on continental cuisine such as Irish, Spanish, Italian German and Mexican, plus sizzling Texas steaks. [PHOTO COURTESY: San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau, submitted by Brother D.F. Netek, Sr., San Antonio, Tx.]

VESTNIK Entered. as Second Class Matter January 3rd, 1933, at West, Texas, under the Act of Congress of August 24, 1922.

OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SLAVONIC BENEVOLENT ORDER OF THE STATE OF TEXAS EDITOR - R.J. SEFCIK P.O. BOX 85, WEST, TEXAS 76691 RES. 1204 N. DAVIS STREET Res.: 1817] 826 .5989 — Office: 826-3312 PUBLISHERS: CECHOSLOVAK PUB. CO ., WEST, TEXAS Subscription: 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 MIKESKA, Secy.-Treas.

Res. 778-3720 JERRY MIKULAS, JR., Financial Secretary- Res: 773-2950 R.B. LESIKAR, Legal Adviser P.O. Box 248 Temple, Texas 76501 Telephone [AC 817] 773-2171 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM Otto Hanus, Curator Res: 773-5294 — Office: 773-1575 DIRECTORS JOHN A. KUBENA, Dist. I Res.: AC 713 968-3937 P.O. Box 308, La Grange 78945 HENRY VITEK, Dist. II AC 512; 859-2549 trAl. Kox 67, Granger 76530 CYRILL [SID] POKLADNIK, Dist. III—AC 214; 741-1874 [Office] Res. 824-8072 2924 Elm St., Dallas 75226 STANLEY BROZ, Dist. IV AC 915; 442-3271, Lowake, Tx 76855 LOUIS HANUS, Dist. V AC 713; 862-6866 [Res.] 2525 West T.C. Jester Blvd.

Houston 77008 MATT S. VANEK, Dist. VI AC 512; 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, Tx 77901 BOB BAYER, Dist. VII AC 512; 393-6960 or 736-4666 Route 2, Box 154A Floresville 78114

PUBLICATION COMMITTEE DISTRICT III - EDWARD MAZANEC, CHMN. ROUTE 9. BOX 387 - WACO 76705 DISTRICT IV - ANGELINE KRISTINEK, 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. TEMPLE 76501 DISTRICT V - TOMMY H. LOSTAK PO BOX 194 - DANBURY 77534 DISTRICT VI - SOPHIE DYBALA STAR RT.. BOX 10A - GANADO, TX 77962 DISTRICT VII - EMIL E. MATULA 303 GAYLE - SAN ANTONIO, TX 78223 BY-LAW COMMITTEE JERRY MILAN - CHAIRMAN 6208 LAKESIDE DR. - FORT WORTH 76135 MRS. THELMA HRNCIR, SECRETARY 10610 STONEWALL BLVD. - CORPUS CHRISTI 78410 STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MRS. DOROTHY MASSEY. PO BOX 100.

TEMPLE. TX 76501 - 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.

TEMPLE. TX 76501 - PHONE AC 817; 773-1575 HOME PHONE AC 817:859-5855

DISTRICT SALES REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT I BENNIE F. TRCALEK - ROUTE 3 CALDWELL. TX 77836 - PH: AC 713; 272.8146 DISTRICT II LAD J. ZATOPEK - 2605 W. AVENUE Z TEMPLE. TX 76501 - PH: AC 817: 778-3067 DISTRICT III DISTRICT IV [VACANT] DISTRICT V MRS. EVELYN MIKESKA. 10126 MOORBERRY LANE. HOUSTON, TX 77080 - PH: 713; 468-3126 DISTRICT VI EDWIN SMAJSTRLA, 305 BIRCHWOOD DR., VICTOR IA , TX 77901 - PH: AC 512: 573'7879 DISTRICT VII MRS.-TILLIE VALCHAR - ROUTE 1, BOX 83 JOURDANTON. TX 78026 - PH: AC 512: 784-3202 DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I MELINDA WILSON - P.O. BOX 2, CENTERVILLE. TX 75833 PHONE: 214 536-2851 DISTRICT II FRANK KLINKOVSKY - 1503 E. CENTRAL TEMPLE. TX 76501 - PH: AC 817: 773-4801 DISTRICT III ED KAMAS - 11012 GENETTA DRIVE DALLAS. TX 75228 - PH: AC 214; 270-3176 DISTRICT IV MRS. ED. HAISLER - ROUTE 1.

SEYMOUR, TX 76380 - PH: AC 817: 888-3309 DISTRICT V RICHARD S. WAHLBERG - 10506 MAYFIELD RD.. HOUSTON. TX 77043 - PH: AC 713: 468-2497 DISTRICT VI MRS. ELSIE BRDECK A - ROUTE I, BOX 10-E NEEDVILLE. TX 77461 - PH: AC 713: 793-4322 DISTRICT VII MRS. MAXINE PAVLISKA - ROUTE 2. BOX 151 FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 - AC 512: 393-2030 MATEP L LS FOR f:UBL/CATION CANNOT BE RETURNED UNLESS SUFFICIENT POSTAGE IS ATTACHED. THIS INCLUDES PICTURES. THE EXPENSE OF PUBLISHING ENGAGEMENT AND WEDDING PICTURES MUST . BE BORN BY THE SENDER. CHANGES OF ADDRESS AND CORRESPONDENCE CONCERNING DELIVERY OF THE VESTNIK MUST BE SENT TO THE SUPREME LODGE, BOX 100. TEMPLE, TEXAS 76501.

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From The Editor THINGS I WISH I HAD KNOWN BEFORE I WAS OF AGE.. .

That my health after fifty depended in a large degree on what I put into my stomach before I was of age.

How to take care of my money.

That a man's habits are mighty hard to change after he is of age.

That a harvest depends upon the seeds sown.

That things worthwhile require time, patience and work.

That you cannot get something for nothing.

The value of absolute truthfulness in everything.

The folly of not taking other people's advice.

That what my mother wanted me to do was right.

That "DAD" wasn't an "old fogey" after all.

The greatness of the opportunity and joy of serving a FELLOW-MAN. Four years ago, in June of 1976, everyone, who had been at the XXII SPJST Convention in Waco, heaved a sigh of relief and thought (more than likely): "We have 4 years to relax and take care of our business in our local SPJST lodges and 4 years is a long time and so is 1980 a long way off!"

How misleading and, yet, how true, however, here it is 1980 and June only a mere 3 months away and the convention will be here before we realize it. We have to take it all in *Stride because time waits for nobody! There are many things for the betterment and future good and growth of our , SPJST Society to be done 'so let us all pu t shoulders to the wheel and forget personal petty advantages and work for good of that all important word - ALL for that is what our Society is all about. *** In that same vein, the Fall 1979 district meetings had us feeling that it is a long time before our Spring meetings arrive.

Lo and behold! They are here on our doorstep. District No. V leads off with their meeting at Lodge Pokrok Houston No. 88, Houston, 15th and Beall Streets, Sunday, March 9th. It is the fraternal duty for all duly elected delegates of the districts to attend those all-important district meetings; they will meet their fellow delegates and be able to get acquainted and exchange ideas with each other. Keep this in mind. District V Director Louis Halms and all officers of

Wednesday, February 27, 1980 District V have done a large amount of work in preparation for the meeting. Do not disappoint them in District V. Take pride in District V; they do.

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** We have been requested about the appearances of the Moravanka Brass Band from Brno, Czechoslovakia. These are the dates and locations we have confirmations of at the present time. You may wish to save this schedule. Many of our members are looking forward to their appearances and tour: Thursday, April 24 Fort Worth Athletic Center Friday, Apr. 25 -- Seaton Star Hall Saturday, April 26 -- West Fraternal Auditorium Sunday, April 27 -- East Bernard Riverside Hall Tuesday, April 29 -- Hallettsville KC Hall Wednesday, April 30 -- Houston Lodge No. 88 Thursday, May 1 -- Victoria Community Center Friday, May 2 -- Round Rock Lodge No. 87 Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4 -Dallas (Very probably.)

(Advance tickets will be $8.50)

NEWSBRIEFS Eugene J. Kurecka, 44, passed away at his home in Temple Saturday, February 16th. Funeral services were held from St. Mary's Catholic Church in Temple, with burial in Hillcrest Garden of Memories Cemetery near Hillsboro.

Brother Kurecka was a native of Indiana but had lived and worked in Texas for a number of years. He was a member of Lodge No. 47, Seaton.

Mrs. Olga (Various) Barton, 87, of Rockwall passed away February 18th in a Dallas hospital. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 21st at Connally-Compton Funeral Chapel in Waco, with Rev. Roy A. Sherrod officiating. Interment was at West Brethren Cemetery near West. Sister Barton was a longtime member formerly of Lodge No. 128, Mart having merged with Lodge No. 35, Elk.

DISTRICT V MEETING MARCH 9 AT LODGE 88, HOUSTON

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE FIRST REGULAR QUAR'PERLY MEETING OF THE SUPREME LODGE SPJST HELD JANUARY 14-17, 1980, AT THE HOME OFFICE IN TEMPLE, TEXAS The Supreme Lodge meeting was set to begin on January 15, 1980 but one item needed prompt attention. Thus, the directors were asked to leave their audit of the books to consider recommendations for employees' salary adjustments since salaries were due for payment. The recommendations were considered, discussed and approved. The directors then resumed their audit of the books.

The meeting was called to order on January 15, 1980 at 10:30 a.m. with all Supreme Lodge members present: Nick A. Morris Bernard M. Gebala Leonard D. Mikeska Jerry Mikulas, Jr. Reuben B. Lesikar John A. Kubena Henry E. Vitek-II Cyrill Pokladnik-III Louis Hanus-V Stanley Broz-IV Matt S. Vanek-VI Robert Bayer-VII MINUTES - The first order of business was consideration of the minutes of the October 16-18, 1979 Supreme Lodge meeting. It was agreed to dispense with their reading since copies had been provided to each Supreme Lodge member. The minutes were approved.

Report of President Morris He referred to his written report and reported some of the functions he had attended the past quarter. He commented on data processing and read a letter from Mr. Chris C. McEvoy, the president of Lycor, Inc. He also referred to a letter from another firm concerning their proposal for data processing services.

He also read a letter from a member pertaining to the Vestnik. After discussion, it was decided that the letter be referred to the Publication Committee.

PREMIUM REFUND - Consideration was given to a proposal from Actuary David Huff which would increase the premium refund scale from 1.25 percent to approximately 2 percent of the

mid-terminal reserve of certificates. The increase of the new premium refund scale of 2 percent was approved to be effective January 1, 1980. The favorable increase in surplus making the increase possible was attributed to prudent management and exceptionally good returns on invested funds. The minimum amount of a premium refund check was set at $2.00.

MICROFILM PROJECT He reported that the project is underway.

COMMITTEES - The Insurance Committee met on December 8th and the By-Law Committee met on December 16th.

SPJST HISTORY PROJECT - The project was said to be completed through the XIXth Convention. Discussion followed concerning what information should be included and when the edited version of the history will be considered by the Supreme Lodge, but no decision was reached.

SPJST CALENDAR - Two bids were presented for printing the 1981 SPJST calendar. The bids were studied and the lowest bid was accepted.

YOUTH DEPARTMENT - It was reported that no response had been received to inquiries about leasing a camp and that the district youth counselors had been advised to proceed with their camping arrangements as in the past.

It was agreed to authorize DYCs and youth leaders to attend Longhorn Recreational Laboratory, with reimbursement for meals, mileage and tuition.

Request was made that figures be provided showing the total expenditures of the Youth Department, including the camping program.

LETTERS - the following letters were read: (1) A letter from the Resolution Committee of the American Sokol Organization expressing sincere appreciation for generous monetary and moral support year after year by the SPJST. (2) A letter from Director Louis Hanus conveying fraternal thanks and commending the Supreme Lodge members for the work and help given the Order the past year.

(3) A letter from Brother Dominic Netek of the Convention Planning Committee concerning an official convention photographer and decision was made to engage the photographer.

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4 XXIII CONVENTION - It was agreed that Past Secretary Raymond Urbanovsky be contacted to install the officers and directors at the convention.

Agreement was reached on officers of other Societies who are to be invited to the convention.

A motion was adopted that a picture of the 1976 Miss SPJST be placed on the cover of the convention issue of the Vestnik.

It was decided to get two bids for printing the cover for the Vestnik convention issues.

Decision was reached to have superimposed pictures of the Alamo and Tower of Americas on the inside front cover, a color picture of the SPJST Home Office would appear on the back of the cover, and the inside back cover page would be the usual page of Society statistics.

President Morris asked authorization to attend the mid-year presidents' seminar on March 24-26 in Clearwater, Florida and was so authorized.

President Morris' written and oral report was accepted.

Recess for the day was taken at 5:20 p.m. until 9 a.m. on January 16, 1980.

Report of Vice President Gebala - He referred to his written report and also reported orally on several items.

SOCIAL MEMBERS - He questioned if an uninsurable individual under age 16 is qualified to go to camp if he is a social member of a local lodge. It was pointed out that although there is a nurse at camp that there is a great deal of hazard in allowing children with physical impediments to attend. It was decided that the Youth Department notify the individual of our policy dealing with this matter.

SALES He reported that insurance placed on the books during 1979 has already exceeded that of the previous year by over $600,000 but since some applications are still in process the final figure will not be known until February.

Report was made on a newsbrief mailed to !sales _ representatives to keep them up-to-date and to keep the lines of communication open between them and the department. The WATS line was said to have been received well and found to be an extremely helpful management tool in increasing efficiency in the Home Office. The information on the Sales Contest from 'January 1 through March 31, 1980 had been mailed to the sales representatives. The winners will be honored guests at the XXIII Convention. as was previously agreed.

A survey was being mailed to local sales representatives attempting to get feedback concerning their preferences in setting up sales classes and seminars.

MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING There was a discussion of management and marketing problems affecting our field force. Involvement of our general membership in promoting membership growth and an awareness campaign was said to be needed.

REINSURANCE - A non-refundable premium scale with one of our reinsurers was found to be the more favorable and is now in effect.

INSURANCE COMMITTEE - The next Insurance Committee meeting was reported to be set for March 8, 1980 at the Home Office.

SALES QUOTAS - On motion duly adopted the sales quotas for 1980 were set.

Vice President Gebala's written and oral report was accepted.

The meeting recessed from 10:05 a.m. until 11:10 a.m. to allow the Supreme Lodge members to observe the Finance Committee's organization and election of officers after which they met separately.

Repott of Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska REAL ESTATE LOANS - He referred to a report of delinquent loans which included his recommendation on each.

The recommendations for actions were approved.

SUPREME LODGE OFFICERS' MEETINGS - Report was made that the Supreme Lodge officers held five meetings concerning investments. Minutes of the meetings were approved on motion and duly passed.

MARKET VALUE ANALYSIS OF COMMON STOCKS - Brief reference was made to report on the market value of the Society Common Stock portfolio which showed the market value to be significantly higher than book value.

FOURTH QUARTER INVESTMENTS Complete report was made on all investments during the quarter and all were approved.

Brief reference was made to a detailed comparative analysis of assets by category and the fact that during 1979, some $6,335,571.23 of funds had been invested and reinvested.

LOAN 'APPLICATIONS - Discussion turned to the amount that might be allocated for• investment in real estate

loans. After hearing the amount of loans committed and in process and the amount of short-term funds available, a motion was adopted that $125,000 per district be allocated to loans, such amount to not be transferrable among districts. Deliberation turned to , the setting of an interest rate, and it was set at 11 percent, long as that rate is not found to be us irious under State Law. REAL ESTATE OWNED - The Board heard a report of what was being done to sell REO No. 158 consisting of 325 acres of land in Runnels County. No change was made in the set price which was $250 per acre.

MISCELLANEOUS - Reference was made to written report concerning death claims, endowments and cash surrenders handled during 1979, some 72 fifty-year membership pins to be presented during 1980, and a new procedure simplifying certificate loan statements.

Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska's oral and written report was accepted.

Report of Financial Secretary Mikulas GAIN IN ASSETS - He discussed the record gain in assets during 1979 which amounted to $1,655,158.12.

REFUND TO LODGES - The refund to lodges amounted to $152,701.94 and the 15 cents per premium refund check amounted to $5,315.2$.

NEW ISSUES AND TERMINATIONSAfter accounting for new issues and deducting terminations the net gain for 1979 was 517 certificates for $8,797,250.60.

DISCOUNT ON A AND B CERTIFICATES - A motion was made, seconded and passed that a 25 percent discount be allowed on premiums of all members in Class A and B whose certificates were in force 35 years or more who have attained the age of 70, and an additional 25 percent when they attain the age of 75.

SALARY ADJUSTMENT FOR SUPREME LODGE OFFICERS - The 6 percent maximum adjustment was made for all officers and the editor since the Cost of Living index far exceeded the 6 percent maximum approved by the last convention.

EQUIPMENT - Report was made on office equipment that needs to be replaced and a study was being conducted.

Wednesday, February 27, 1980 Financial Secretary Mikulas' written and oral report was accepted.

Report of Legal Advisor Lesikar He reported on the 118 loans handled by his office during 1979 which amounted to a sum of $4,338,118.62.

STATUS OF LEGAL WORK ON LOANS IN PROCESS - Report was made on the status of 21 loans in process.

Some common problems arising in committing loans on properties within subdivisions were discussed. This included access to public roads, availability of utilities, restrictive convenants, oil, gas and mineral conveyances and/or reservations.

Legal Advisor Lesikar's written and oral report was accepted.

Old Business ELECTRONIC DATA PROCESSING Vice President Gebala reported on an information gathering trip conducted by him, Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska, and Financial Secretary Mikulas. The Supreme Lodge officers also met with representatives of Lycor, Inc. a hardware-software computer firm. The proposal from Lycor, Inc. included hardware and software and was discussed in detail.

A proposal from another computer firm was also considered and studied.

A motion was adopted that the Supreme Lodge go on record that it is in favor of converting to electronic data . processing and that the recommendation be made to the XXIII Convention.

The members of the board commended the Supreme Lodge officers for the tremendous amount of time and effort devoted toward gathering of information on EDP the past year. Their investigation into all aspects of EDP, including different approaches and purchase as opposed to leasing, has been of tremendous value. Furthermore, detailed reports of their findings have been thorough during the long period of study providing a sound basis for action.

New Business Report was heard on the following convention committee appointments: CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE - Darlene Engelke, Pearl Hanka and Vallie Zavodny.

PUBLICITY COMMITTEE - Dominic Netek, Emil Matula and Frankie Hutka.

GROUP HOSPITALIZATION - There was deliberation on a proposed increase in the group hospitalization rates. A motion was adopted to accept the increase.

5 Editor Rudy Sefcik, who had been visiting the afternoon session, discussed several items concerning the publication of the Vestnik.

Recess for the day was taken at 5:30 until 9 a.m. on January 17, 1980.

Authority was granted to Director Pokladnik and Vice President Gebala to attend the mid-year meeting of the Fraternal Section and State Fraternal Congress Section.

Audit Report of Directors The directors' report was given.

Explanation was asked and given concerning several items.

It was decided that on adjournment of this meeting, that the members of the Supreme Lodge would meet in informal session to consider recommendations for by-law changes that might be needed.

There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 10:45 a.m. The next regular Supreme Lodge meeting was set to begin at 1 p.m. on April 15th.

Fraternally submitted, Leonard D. Mikeska Secretary-Treasurer -SPJST-

SUPREME LODGE SPJST TEMPLE, TEXAS FEBRUARY 20,1980 FIFTY YEAR MEMBERS Dear. Members: This year marks the fiftieth year of SPJST membership for the 72 members listed below. As a token of appreciation, each of these members will receive a fifty-year membership pin during 1980.

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 1980.

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 - 1980 Lodge Name No. 5 Agnes Bedrich 8 Jos. J. Janak 9 Lillie Kubicek Mary Philp Matilda L. Rubach 13 Wm. Urbanovsky 15 Jos. F. Zajicek 17 J.B. Haisler Fr. Machan Emilie Sefcik Mary T. Siptak Lillie Skrabanek John R. Urbanovsky 19 Julius Petter 24 Bessie Chudej Wm. Chudej Lillie Cook Bertha Haisler L.B. Haisler Gardinia Schiller Sydonie Skrabanek Viola Tyroch Rosie Vasek Juanita Wychopen 25 Celestina Hrabina John F. Hrabina 29 Stasie Boedeker Vera L. Cuba Chas. Lutonsky 35 Rudolph P. Zalman 39 Alvin J. Zak 40 Louisa Lavanec Klaudia Sablatura Marie Skalicky Rud. Skalicky 41 Frances Drgac Vlasta M. Parenica Albina T. Skloss 47 Olga Fuchs Robert W. Haisler Marie Hruska (Died 1-17-80) Lydia V. Kotrla 63 Frank C. Malina 65 Vlasta Dziadek 66 Julia Guenat 68 Franklin Jochec 72 Minie Salac Josef A. Zalesky 79 Agnes Bren 81 Vinc Matloch 84 Jos. Konderla Pauline Konderla Jerry J. Slovacek 88 R.F. Buzek Edwin J. Chernosky 92 Anna Juran Justina Koci Mary Palachek 107 Jos. Bayer Wm. Kutac 130 Marie Cinatl Lydia Kartous Jerry Koubek Marie Stransky

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6 Vallie Tupy 142 Mary Cilny Brezina 148 Marie Zemanek 155 Bertha Machu 164 Matilda Krupala 172 Jos. Machan 173 Helen Coroneos 184 Bozena Fojt Additional recipients of 50-year pins for 1979 are as follows: Lodge Name No. 49 Ruby Ecker 87 John Hluchan Irene J. Hluchan 173 Anna M. Kenedy

MINUTES OF DISTRICT VII MEETING AT SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS SEPTEMBER 16, 1979 The meeting'was held at San Antonio hosted by Lodge No. 133 on Sunday, September 16, 1979. Secretary Dominic Netek called the meeting at 1 p.m.

Lodge No. 133 San Antonio was celebrating its 62nd Anniversary.

Helen Pavelka, District VII president, said that there weren't any colors to present, but did ask Cynthia Tepera of Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi to lead the membership in the pledge of allegiance.

Brother Emil Matula, president of Lodge No. 133, extended a warm welcome to the Supreme Lodge officers, District VII officers, sisters, brothers and guests.

Secretary Betty Jurica read the minutes of the spring meeting which were accepted.

Sister Viola Cabla, 1st vice president, introduced Brother Jerry Mikulas, SL financial secretary, his wife, Betty, and children, also Brother and Sister Otto Hanus. (Brother Hanus is the curator of the Library, Archives and Museum), District VII Director Bob Bayer and wife, Pauline, Brother and Sister Eugene Hrncir. (Sister Hrncir is secretary of the By-Laws Committee, and Brother Hrncir is District VII Rest Homes Director); also introduced were Sister Cynthia Tepera and Tammie

Ranbo, both represented District VII in State Royalty, and Sister Maxine Pavliska, District VII youth counselor.

Sister Maxine Pavliska asked to present her report at this time because plans were made to take all of the district youth members to an outing to the San Antonio River. She reported that, at the spring meeting which was held in Floresville, the District VII Youth Club was re-organized, and will hold their meeting upon their return from the outing. In the royalty contest there were three kings, two queens, three dukes and two duchesses. Report on Camp Val Verde was great; it is an ideal camp to go to. All of the youth clubbers and leaders all agreed to this fact. June 26th, the District VII youth had an outing at Landa Park in New Braunfels with 54 people. There were many entries at State YAD, but didn't do so good, but we will work harder for the next one.

Brother Eugene Hrncir, District VII rest home director, reported that everything is alright at both of the rest homes. The rest home in Taylor had the laundry and storage rooms repaired. In Needville, the rest home needs a sign because nobody knows where or what is there. The next rest homes directors' meeting will be held December 8th; salaries of the administrators and repairs are on the agenda. There is a long waiting list, especially at the rest home located in Taylor.

Brother Jerry Mikulas then gave his report. First, he conveyed greetings from all the Supreme Lodge officers. He complimented Brother Gebala for his one year service as vice president. He said that all departments are progressing and that there are some insurance companies writing 30 percent less of insurance. In July, Brother Leonard Mikeska, SL secretary treasurer, had been honored for 20 years devoted service in the SPJST; also, Sister Irma Klinkovsky, 20 years; and Sister Dorothy Tomasek--25 years for devoted services as employees at the SL. He reminded the membership and guests, whenever in Temple, be sure to visit the Museum and that Brother Otto Hanus is always willing to tour it. Lodge No. 133, San Antonio will be hosting the convention; planning so far is excellent.

All lodges will receive the count of members by October 1st; that will designate the number of delegates eligible for the convention. There were 66 percent of the cards returned, requesting the Vestnik be sent to them.

There were 5,000 Vestniks discontinued being sent to members.

Brother Bob Bayer congratulated all sales representatives, and stated that new sales books are being published. At the State YAD, Floresville Youth Club placed fourth in the state and Robstown Youth Club placed fifth. Congratulations that there are two clubs in the top ten. He attended sales meetings in Floresville and Corpus Christi with good attendance at both. There also is a possibility of a new lodge being organized in Brownsville, it would be Lodge No. 190. Interest rate on July 15th was 9% percent on loans, SPJST is % percent below other companies.

SPJST is 28th in the nation and in Texas is third, it follows Woodmen of the World and Sons of Hermann. Brother Bayer made all SL meetings. He also reported that now there are two youth clubs in District VII, that own their buses.

Sister Tillie Valchar, District VII sales representative, reported that the sales representatives wrote $,1,165,000 of insurance with 174 members in 1978.

She congratulated Lodge No. 133, San Antonio on their 62nd Anniversary. The following sales representatives were present at the District VII meeting: Brothers F.W. Veselka (79), Monta Foster (79), James I. Kostelnik (133), Emil Matula (133), Alfred Kalmus (133), Ernest Jastk (185); Sisters, Thelma Hrncir (117), Helen Pavelka (117), Marie Blanar (133), Viola Mazac (133), Bessie Smith (133), Viola Cabla (137), Tillie Valchar (161), Polly Bayer (107), and Maxine Pavliska (107).

President Helen Pavelka and 1st Vice President Viola Cabla appointed the following members on the Auditing Committees: Sisters Kathryn Marek, Brothers Matcek and Monta Foster.

Nominating Committee: Sister Bessie Smith and Brothers Frank Veselka and Dominic Netek.

There were seven banners displayed representing seven lodges. Roll call revealed the following lodges represented: Nos. 79 Corpus Christi, 93 Karnes City, 107 Floresville, 117 Robstown, 137 Taft, 133 San Antonio, 161 La Parita, and 185 Hill Country.

The next meeting will be hosted by Lodge No. 79 Corpus Christi; the date will be announced later. Meeting adjourned at 2:45 p.m.

Fraternally, Betty Jurica Secretary DISTRICT V MEETING MARCH 9 AT LODGE 88, HOUSTON

Wednesday, February 27, 1980

SPJST DISTRICT V MEETING AND APPRECIATION DAY

Frank Truska Lodge No. 149 President

Jerry Prochazka Past District V President of Lodge No. 65

Alvin Melnar Past President of District V and Lodge No. 142

Frank Olexa [deceased] Past President of District V and Lodge No. 88

Ernest Hanka [deceased] Past District V Director and Past President of District V and Lodge No. 88

A.L. Hilsher [deceased] Past District V Director and Past President of District V and Lodge No. 88

DISTRICT V DONATION APPEAL LODGES 42, 65, 81, 88, 91, 112, 114, 139, 142, 149, 156, 162, 170, 172, 173, 175, 176 and 181

brothers and sisters in District V, who have not been able to participate in our "Appreciation Day" project March 9.

This is necessary to hdp defray expenses that will incur, to honor those presidents who have, for many years, served our district with distinction and pride. The past 20 weeks the district and lodge officers and many members have been working diligently to bring this benevolent "APPRECIATION DAY" for you. It has been an assignment that has entailed hard work, no thanks, tough and not easy to plan for so man y . many weeks; but, those

who have worked to this date have shown a spirit of pride, and hope that March 9 will be a memorial day to our presidents. Many of us have been trying to do our part, and would appreciate if you will come and bring your friends in this type of fraternal courtesy you can truthfully say "I did my part for District V!" Those attending the meeting will be admitted free to the dance with Ray Jurecka Orchestra...5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Please forward donations and/or checks made out to DISTRICT V APPRECIATION DAY. Send in care of

Dear Brothers and Sisters: The District V meeting will be held March 9, Sunday at Lodge 88, 1435 Beall & West 15th Streets, Houston, Texas. (Phone 869-5767) A Special part of the meeting will be honoring the District V presidents and lodge presidents of our district. A money donation appeal is being requested as of this date from the

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H.W. Nowotny S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes Director of District V LOUIS HANUS, 2525 West TC Jester, Houston, Texas 77008, 862-6866.

PS: Take Pride...we do in District V!

short question and answer session in hope that members would express their ideas on what changes are needed to better the lodge as a whole. This would give the convention delegates something to work with and for at the convention. These sessions may continue through the June meeting.

In our February meeting, held on the 3rd, five (5) resolutions were passed calling for five (5) changes in the SPJST By-Laws handbook. These were passed with a 100% vote for, with no absentions and no negative votes.

These resolutions have been sent to the By-Laws Committee.

The Audit Committee_gave its report and it was accepted.

The door prize was won by Albert "Palka" Michulka.

After the meeting, the usual "Kaffee Klatsch" was held. Sisters Havrda, Luquette, Sperlik, and Nezval brought different items to make the trimmings for the lunch. Two sisters donated the sandwiches.

I'll see all of you faithful ones on the 2nd.

Fraternally, Joseph D. Nezval President

Fraternally, Louis Hanus Committee. Member

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LODGE

NO. 54, WEST

Dear Brothers and Sisters: Our first quarterly meeting for 1980 will be held Sunday, March 9th beginning at 3 p.m. A social will follow the meeting.

Your attendance at thi* meeting will be appreciated because there will be some very important topics brought up for discussion and the officers of the lodge urge your presence.

Fraternally, Maxine Sefcik Secretary-Reporter -SPJSTI ODGE

NO. 28, EAST BERNARD

Dear Members: Our March meeting will be held, in out' building, at 2 P.m. CST, on the 2nd.

Besides the regular reports there will be a brief commemoration of the 82nd birthday of our lodge. Lodge Karel Jonas No. 28. was chartered March 19, 1898 and, except for a period of time between March and November 1918, has held all of its meetings at its present location since 1909.

Under new business, a new date for the April meeting will be set because of Easter; also on the agenda will be a

LODGE

NO. 107, FLORESVILLE

Lodge No. 107 held its regular meeting February 3rd at 4:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.

President Bayer called the meeting to order and the pledge was led by Amanda Burleson.

Vice President Purchis was absent when officers' roll was called.

Sick members reported were Sophie Sralla and Bohuslav Pavliska; get well soon.

Minutes were read and reports from the treasurer and financial secretary were heard.

New members accepted on recommendation from the Screening Committee were Shara Gail Pavliska, and Phyllis Roemer converted her JT policy.

Youth Leader Polly Bayer reported that the Robstown Youth Club had invited them to a district outing at Astroworld some time in June. Francis Morganmouth is working on the youth club bus. It should be ready in time for the summer activities. Valentines were made by the youth club members. Some of the members stenciled SPJST on the back of the new chairs. They didn't complete their jobs so several of the adult members worked on the project.

Now our new chairs are neatly marked.

District VII spring meeting will be held at Corpus Christi Sunday, March 23rd. All members were urged to try to attend.

President Bayer reported he had made a payment to the Supreme Lodge.

He also gave a financial report on the General Fund and the Memorial Fund.

In memory of Joe Slavik by Bob and Polly Bayer -- $10.

Some utensils for the kitchen were purchased.

The local lodge Rules and Regulations Committee met and recommendations for some changes in our local rules were made. Anton Svoboda seconded the motion and the motion carried.

Bob Bayer also asked for volunteers to work the bar for the Meyer-Purchis wedding on the 22nd of February.

Pauline Pavliska was the winner of the door prize.

Our next meeting will be held March 2nd at 4:30 p.m.

Refreshments and a social hour was enjoyed by the members after payment of dues and adjournment.

Fraternally, Pauline S. Pavliska Secretary/Reporter SPJST-

LADIES' CIRCLE, LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH

It is all white and beautiful again this weekend. Maybe this will be all for this winter; even though the snow is pretty, it makes traveling very hazardous.

We had a very nice meeting on Valentine's Day with about 45 present, including Mrs. Powell, Mrs. Shaw, and Ella Mae Faraizl as visitors. Sister Mary White became a new member.

The following sisters were installed to their office for the coming year by Sister Florence Greer: Julia Dueser, president; Bessie Prochaska, vice president; Clara Marchioni, secretary; and Aurora Maldino, treasurer. Sisters Lillie McMillan and Mary Palachek were appointed as Sunshine chairman and reporter respectfully.

We all stood for a moment of silent prayer in respect to the memory of our departed members, Brothers Joe Krivanek and Joe Polasek.

Sister Angie Polasek is now living in the Fireside Village on White Settlement Road and Brother Joe Becan is in the Stamford-Jennings Nursing Home on Hemphill. Brother Alex Bunker was reported as being at home now and doing, better. We wish them the best of health and happiness.

Wednesday, February 27, 1980 Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kuban, Jr., who live in Syracuse, N.Y., on the birth of their son. Brother and Sister Joe Kuban, Sr. are the proud grandparents as this is their first grandchild.

During the meeting 6 Valentine prizes were won by different members, and the door prize was won by Sister Bernadette Svacina.

The members should keep in mind the trip we will take on June 19th, to Fairfield, Texas through the courtesy of the Texas Electric Co. The next meeting will be March 13, and the hostesses will be Sisters Aurora Maldino, Clara Marchioni, Agnes Merlik, Elizabeth Gregory and Julia Beuser with Albina Farek as paying hostess. I hope to see all of you then.

Fraternally, Mary Palachek Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS

Dear Members: President Sadecky called the monthly meeting of Lodge No. 84 to order at 3 p.m. Sunday, February 17th.

The members stood as Flag Bearer Cheri Petr led the pledge to the flag.

We remained standing for a moment of silence in memory of a deceased member, Brother Frank Faraizl. To the family, we extend our deepest sympathy and may our departed brother rest in peace.

The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved; also, correspondence to the lodge was acknowledged.

Second Vice President Paul Pokladnik gave the entertainment report, and Youth Leader Bessie Petr gave her report and told of the youth making 86 Valentine favors and taking them to a local rest home. The teens made food tray favors which were used in the children's ward in Parkland Hospital.

In behalf of the Ball Club Team Manager, Brother Ben Jarma accepted a check which was presented by District III Director Sid Pokladnik in behalf of the SPJST Supreme Lodge.

House Committee Chairman Adolph Salac gave his report and stated that February 26th was the date set to clean up and wax the dance floor; volunteer to help, please.

Other committee chairmen reporting were the hall rental, special committee and the Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council.

April 17th not April 4th is the date SPJST Lodges 84 and 130 co-host the event. Please change that on your

LODGE NO. 84 Officers—Standing, L to R: 1st Vice President Joe Ondrusek, President R.L. Sadecky, Sergeant-of-Arms Jerome Rejcek, 2nd Vice President Paul Pokladnik. Seated, L to R: Evelyn Salac, Treasurer Carlyn Ondrusek, Financial Secretary Lillie Jarma, Youth Leader Bessie Petr, and Flag Bearer Cheri Petr.

[Photos submitted by Sister Rose Scott]

Trophies won by the softball team are presented to Lodge President R.L. Sadecky who accepts them in behalf of Lodge No. 84. L to R: Brother Dan Yates, Brother Ben Jarma, President Sadecky, Brother Lionel Schultz, and Brother Jerry Manak are the members of the team.

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NEW MEMBERS OF LODGE NO. 84—Initiated by District III Director Sid Pokladnik [far left] are the new members of those purchasing additional insurance at Lodge No. 84 in Dallas during 1979.

District III Director Sid Pokladnik [left] in behalf of the SPJST Supreme Lodge presents Brother Ben. Jarma a check to help support the softball team. calendar. Also, at the meeting, Brother Kalich of the Auditing Committee gave the report for the audit. He has nothing but praise for those handling the finances of this lodge.

Brother Sid Pokladnik, who conducts the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra, hopes all members take note that March 13th and March 27th are two dates reserved for practice.

The Sunshine lady, Sister Dorothy Prasifka, sent get-well cards to Brother Lloyd Baker, Brother Frank Henzen, Brother Ralph Walters, Sister Justine Andreason and Sister Annie Janousek.

Candidates or members securing additional insurance are Louis Sebik, Don Alley, Christopher Novak and Steven Tonick.

March lst---Jodie Mikula Band plays for dancing pleasure here, so make plans to attend.

March 9th---The Anniversary Celebration for our lodge with a dinner and program is planned.

March 15th---A dance with music by the Country Boys Polka Band.

March 17th---Our monthly lodge meeting and we urge you to attend.

March 29th---The Czech Harvesters will provide dancing music at the lodge.

We were honored to have District III Director Sid Pokladnik to conduct the initiation ceremony of our new members attending the meeting. The membership is grateful. The folks who attended the meeting and dinner definitely enjoyed the evening, including the wonderful accordion music by Brother Dan Yates and Sister Joann Kutil. Have you ever heard "The Mountain Valley Waltz" played better? When Danny joined the lodge, we gained a new member, a softball team manager, and now we find out he also plays the accordion. Financial Secretary Lillie Jarma was quick to let everyone know Joann was her niece, and the daughter of the Jerry Kutils including the granddaughter of the Joseph Kutils, along with Danny completed an afternoon of fellowship. Thank you!

President Sadecky thanked all who helped in any way on this day, especially donations from Brother Sid Pokladnik, Sister Bessie Petr, Carlyn Ondrusek and his wife, Alfreda Sadecky. He then adjourned the meeting.

Fraternally, Rose Scott

Our monthly meeting was called to order February 7th by President Jerry Janek.

Randy Payne led us in the pledge to the flag. All of us remained standing in a moment of silence for the sick and departed.

Minutes were read by Secretary Kitty Rippin and were accepted as read. All of the other committees gave their reports and were also accepted. Entertainment Committee passed out the year's list of things to be held through the coming year. It sounds like a lot of fun.

Our past president, Dennis Barabas, was called to the head table and then awarded a nice plaque for his services for the first 2 years in getting our lodge started.

We welcome Ann Elizabeth Thomas and Leo A. Sulak to the lodge as members.

February 10th the family and friends of members, Al and Mary Johnson, enjoyed the renewed wedding vows in a beautiful afternoon ceremony Sunday in St. Ann Catholic Church. Afterwards a reception at our lodge was held and then everyone enjoyed dancing to the Vrazel Polka Band. From all of us, many, many more Al and Mary!

Our cash door prize name was drawn, but was not present so next week it will be $5 more. Our gift door prize was won

by Bob Smajstrla.

That's it for this month. I hope to see you at the next regular meeting March 6th. You may win our next prize. See you then!

Fraternally, Doris Smajstrla Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK The February lodge meeting was attended by 37 members. President Woytek called the meeting to order. Roll call of officers reflected all were present, except Youth Leaders Ronnie and Susan Woytek. The secretary's and treasurer's reports were read and approved.

President Woytek complimented Brother Henry Wobus for printing a beautiful plaque with the SPJST emblem on it. The plaque has been hung in the hall. We want to thank you, Brother Wobus, for a very beautiful job and also extend thanks to Brother Thelman Jackson for hanging the plaque.

The following memberships were approved: Robert L. Madsen, Rebecca L. Madsen, Manson Guy Barry, William A. Byars, Norman R. Hall, Rhonda Kaye Sautter, Charlotte Z. Sautter,

Wednesday, February 27, 1980 Douglas K. Frazier, Charles A. Johnson, Jr., Margie Johnson, Heleyne D. Knauth, Victor D. Knauth, Rozanna Sue Larson, Jimmie Ray Pennington, Peggy Lee Pennington, Dwayne Alan Prinz, Diane Sansom, Weldon Stephen Walker, Ernest A. Turgeon, Doris A. Turgeon, Bob L. Jeffrey, Yvonne Jean Jeffrey, Judson H. Cox, Anthony F. Kegel, Jimmy D. Mott and Kathy Ann Mott.

March 16th the District II Spring Meeting will be held at our Lodge 187 Hall.

Committee chairpersons gave reports thanking everyone for their help and asked for continued support. If you are interested in helping out with either tickets, kitchen, bar or games please let one of the officers or board members know. We would be happy to have you.

Brother Lange reported that a fan will be installed in the bar area; that's great!

Now we can work in comfort. Sister Irene Weidner wanted to extend a special "thanks" to Brother Roepke for the fine job he's done.

The next general meeting will be a covered dish supper on March 10th at 7 p.m. at the Lodge 187 hall. Everyone is asked to bring two dishes. Hope everyone can make it.

Fraternally, Rubie Volek Secretary -SPJST---

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Dear Members: Lodge No. 188 "Deerest" Lodge of Centerville met for its regular meeting February 17th.

Eleven new members were accepted for membership: A.C. Edwards of Marquez, VesIon Holmes of Jewitt, Delona Joyce Owen of Donie, Madell Reid of Madisonville, Randy Sentesi of Madisonville, Billie Robinson, Jr. of Centerville, Marie Line11 Timmons of Buffalo, Daren Wayne of Franklin, Darwin and Tami Lynne Wittneben of Teague and Murial Parks of Marquez.

Robert Farmer, personally, requested membership into the lodge and was unanimously accepted.

Thank-you note for flowers sent to Clarence Way's (social member's), funeral service.

Special Entertainment Committee report by Evelyn Schwab—a game night and pie supper to be held March 17th.

The membership voted to accept the committee report. A limit of $10 for decorations was set. Each family is asked to bring a pie, cards, games and dominoes for an evening of bridge,

11 dominoes and games or just visiting on St. Patrick's Day. The membership voted to have the regular monthly meeting Monday, March 17th at 6:30 p.m. and pie supper from 7 to 9 p.m.

The Board of Trustees reported that 100 new chairs will be purchased for an overflow crowd on special occasions.

A donation will be made to the Leon Calf Show in April.

The meeting was then adjourned.

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LODGE

NO. 4, HALLETTSVILLE

Dear Members: Our lodge held its monthly meeting Sunday, February 10th at the Grant Building. The meeting was called to order by President Frank Zabransky.

The pledge to the flag was led by the youth club.

Corresponding Secretary Erwin Holy read the minutes of the January meeting which were approved. Correspondence followed.

Youth Leader Erwin Holy gave the report on the youth club.

Treasurer Helen Zabransky gave her report.

The Audit Committee will give a report at the next meeting.

The refund checks were given out and the meeting adjourned. Refreshments and lunch were served.

February birthdays honored were Denise Vasek, Gaynell Chudej, Elsie Mascheck and Alfonse Holy. Sister Mascheck won the birthday cake.

Anton Bollom received the adult door prize and Denise Vasek the youth door prize.

Our next meeting will be held Sunday, March 9th at the Grant Building beginning at 2 p.m. March birthdays will be honored and door prizes given. Refreshments and lunch will be served. Plan to attend!

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter -SPJST-

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Dear Members: Our next meeting will be held Wednesday, March 5th at 10:30 a.m.

The hostesses will be Rosemary Gribble and Gertrude Johnston.

I hope to see all of you then.

Fraternally, Mary Ann Krivanek Reporter

LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA Dear Members and Friends: Our December social was cancelled at the last minute, due to bad weather. We tried again January 25th, and this time we had great success. The weather was agreeable and the crowd was nice.

Everyone had a good time playing games and visiting with friends they hadn't seen for a while.

We are going to try it again February 29th at 6:30 p.m. We are going to have games and refreshments same as we've been having. I promise that we will have enough coffee for everyone. This seems to be the coffee time of the year to go with our sandwiches and sweets. Bring your friends, games and refreshments and come to have a good time at the SPJST Hall in Rowena.

We will be looking for all of you.

Fraternally, Julie Lisso -SPJST-

LODGE NO.

88, HOUSTON

Dear Brothers and Sisters: Lodge 88 will host a meeting and celebration honoring all the past and present presidents of District V as well as all those of the 18 lodges in District V. We feel this is a wonderful gesture of appreciation for the dedication and service that these people, both living and dead, have contributed to our SPJST. We can imagine the hardships and hard work that went with their devotion to the concept and promotion of our Brotherhood and Sisterhood and the preservation of our Czechoslovak Heritage. For this, we must be eternally grateful.

The event will take place Sunday, March 9, at the lodge hall at 1435 Beall Street in Houston. There is an elaborate program arranged for the day and a good noonday meal will be served. The SPJST Lodge No. 88 Czech Concert Orchestra will present a concert from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. We, the members of the orchestra, feel extremely honored and proud to play a small part in the festivities.

Fraternally, Rudy Dybala, Director 5242 Kingfisher Houston, Texas 77035 Ph. 713 729-0668

SPJST LODGE NO. 88 CZECH CONCERT ORCHESTRA

ci tale Front Row: Kirby Hurta, Ronnie Barcak, Arnold Baca [Asst. Dir.], Eric Carlson, Rudy Dybala, [Dir.], DeIle Carlson, Julia Rawls, Margie Barcak, Carla Sicner, Henry Schaer. Second Row: Ladgie Pavelka, Jeff Kasowsld, Hank Gerhart, Danny Zapietal, Ray &pieta', [Founder], James Hutchison [Pres.], Bryan Yam, Stanley Henson, Jr., Estelle Kelly, Pat Zapletal, Rose Sicner [Secy.]. Third Row: Frank Koudelka, Bob Breaux, Mark Sicner, Mary Mabry, Ray Zvonek, John Dybala [Treas.], Joe Gallo, Wilbur Heinsohn, Jerry Hurta.

Wednesday, February 27, 1980 LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI Dear Members: We held our meeting February 14th with twenty-three members present.

President Frank Veselka led us in the pledge of allegiance.

Minutes were read and approved.

Our District VII spring meeting was discussed. To help with the food, will District VII lodges send the number of persons planning to attending the meeting. Send the information to our secretary, H.N. Munson, Rt. 1, Box 1404, Ingleside, Tx. 78362.

There will be a class for sales representatives April 8th from 7 to 9 p.m. All sales representatives in this area try and attend.

We had with us at our meeting District VII director Bob Bayer who brought us up-to-date on a lot of things. It was good to have you with us, Brother Bob. Come again!

We are sending a hurry and get-well card to Brother John Stasa who is recuperating from a broken hip.

Our next meeting will be March 13th at 7 p.m.

Nazdar!

Jerry Elzner -SPJST--

13 report. This report indicated a need for an adjustment of funds to the insurance account. The members voted and approved this adjustment.

President Hlavaty announced a business meeting for the officers to be held Monday evening, February 18th at 7 p.m. at the home of Treasurer Inez Greenlees in Grand Prairie.

Since there was no other business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned and the installation of the youth club officers followed. President Hlavaty installed the officers: President Donna Roznovsky, Vice President Danny Rey, SecretaryTreasurer Shelby Sill, Reporters Ana Griffith and Stephanie Schneider.

Youth Leader Katy (Katie) Griffith announced the youth would start working on a scrapbook during the March meeting. She urged all members to attend and submit items of interest for this scrapbook. This sounds like fun.

The next monthly lodge meeting will be held Sunday, March 9th at 2 p.m. at the Arlington Downs Townhouse Clubhouse located at 400 Westview Terrace, just off Fielder Road in Arlington. Please make a note of this on your calendar.

Fraternally, Betty Hlavaty Reporter

LODGE NO. 161, JOURDANTON Lodge La Parita No. 161, Jourdanton will hold its regular quarterly meeting on Sunday, March 9th, at 11:30 a.m. at Bob Wrangler Restaurant in Pleasanton.

We encourage members to please come to the meeting. Afterwards all will enjoy a free lunch.

Fraternally yours, Mrs. Joe Juricek, Jr. --SPJST —

LODGE NO. 183, MID-CITIES Dear Members and Readers: Sunday, February 10th, the lodge meeting was called to order and conducted by President Bernard Hlavaty. He also led the members in reciting the pledge of allegiance.

Roll call of officers found 1st Vice President Bob Betik absent.

Secretary Patricia Sill read the minutes from the January meeting and had to make a correction in reported figures.

Financial Secretary Daniel Roznovsky reported three new members: Helen Rey, and Brandon and Blaine Holubar. We extend a warm welcome to our new members and invite them to attend and participate in the meetings and other activities. Daniel did not give a financial report.

Treasurer Inez Greenlees read her

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LODGE

NO. 177, ACADEMY

Dear Members and Friends: President Jerry Tomastik called the February 13th meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. The pledge was then recited by everyone attending the meeting.

The chairman asked if there were any members on the sick list or any departed members. Louis Driska reported that Brother Jack Chaney was in the VA Hospital in Temple and had surgery. The members of Lodge No. 177 send their get-well wishes and hope to see you at our dances soon. Wilbert Ramm, our bar chairman, has also been in Scott and White Hospital. Wilbert is up and about now and he was able to attend the lodge meeting. We are certainly glad to see him and glad he is feeling much better. He is one of our good and very faithful members.

Mr. Robert Phel of the Little River Academy Jaycees presented our lodge with a beautiful plaque in appreciation for the use of our lodge facilities; also, Mr. Phel thanked the members for the donation of bricks that the Jaycees will use in making restrooms at the baseball field at Academy High School. Thank you, Mr. Phel and the Jaycees, for the plaque and keep up the good work which you are doing in our community.

In the roll call of officers, all were present.

The committee chairmen each gave their reports. The month, of January showed great progress. We had bigger crowds at our dances this is showing more progress on our dance nights and we are having very good attendance on game nights. Each chairman thanked everyone for the fine help they are receiving. Remember no ONE person can run a lodge.

Youth Leader Bettye Hawk reported that there were nine members at their meeting and that the pool table had been sold and they had gotten back what had been put into it. For this month's social they plan to have a bowling party.

Otis Beck reported that the Board of Trustees met February 6th a 7 p.m., and all members were present with the exception of Wilbert Ramm.

Joe Cantu asked for Lodge No. 177 facilities for a benefit dance for Bobby Poncik. It was voted on to have the benefit for Brother Poncik held March 21st, 1980 with three bands playing and an auction.

The board decided to do something about the hats and things being left at the ticket booth. We are going to get lockers and put them in the entrance hall.

The land adjacent to the lodge now belongs to Lodge No. 177. It was decided to let Otto Reinhardt tear down the little house for the lumber. Rae Lisenbe will clean up the trees and shrubs and take up the fence and posts so that the land can be landscaped. This will be a great asset to our lodge. The board submitted this to the lodge members and it was accepted. We are very proud of our Board of Trustees.

They always do a fine job. Thank you, trustees!

Members accepted into our lodge are one transfer from Lodge No. 47: Minnie LaGrange and new members are: Pamela Boniface, Dennis Wayne Boniface, Amy Nicole Boniface, Dennis Wayne Boniface, Jr., William Raymond White and Helen Frances Bland. A big WELCOME. Two of these members, Minnie LaGrange and Helen Bland, have already been working at the ticket office. Your work is appreciated very much.

President Tomastik then recognized District II Direcfor Henry Vitek. Henry had many nice things to say about our lodge—how great it was that our lodge had purchased the land and how great it was that our lodge membership had done so many benefits and had donated to so many projects. He also stated that

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Dorothy Lisenbe read a correspondence from Bell County Rehabilitation Center, asking for a benefit, the letter stated. Brother Louis Driska made a motion that we let the Bell County Rehabilitation Center have our facilities and a second was made by Rae Lisenbe.

The motion passed.

Curtis and Bettye Hawk will be attending LRL in Brownwood. The lodge voted to pay Curtis Hawk's expenses. I have been to these training classes and I know they will learn many things and have a great time.

Rae and Dorothy Lisenbe and Jerry and Pat Tomastik attended the appreciation dinner given to the Gold Star donors to the Bell County Livestock. The dinner was at Wayne Shirley's and it was a delicious steak.

Thank you for your invitation, we enjoyed it very much.

Remember the next meeting will be March 12th at 7:30 p.m. Please attend!

Fraternally, Pat Tomastik, Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON

The weather is teasing us, just about when we think it will be nice, the weather man announces a cold front is coming in and we start shivering again, but, thank goodness, our weekend dances were not effected by that.

People just don't care and venture out in all kinds of weather. Friday, the 15th was a western dance with the TELSTARS performing for the young and older guests. Hosting this dance were Willie Neskorik in charge with his jolly wife, Pat; they took advantage of their weekend guests, Pat's brother, Laster Rabon, and Sue, his wife of Port Lavaca, Tx. to help to greet the guests.

Being good sports they gladly agreed to fextend a helping hand, also Larry and Cindy Valusek were on the team.

Bennie Kocich, first vice-chairman of the Entertainment Committee,was there to help. All were dressed to blend in the surroundings in western garb.

For the Saturday dance, the 16th, the River Road Boys played western music for the adult guests. Hosting this dance and in charge were Charles Kadlecek with his lovely spouse, Margerette, and to help them, they chose their mothers, Della Kadlecek and Lillie Kahanek.

Leland Hensley, 2nd vice-chairman, at noon and Free dance will follow the was on the spot to help. The attendance meeting for guests holding a dinner was very good, the weather did not ticket stub; others will have to pay interfere at all. admission to the dance. The drawing for Lena and Bill Vasek are blissfully all the lovely prizes will take place in the married for 49 years; they pledged their evening. Come out and join the crowd vows February 16, 1931. Bill is such a for the fun. good sport; he brings his spouse, Lena, The Blue Room is a place to gather every Thursday for the social night to with your friends and enjoy a refreshing enjoy her games while he waits around; drink and the prices are very moderate. sometimes he gets in a domino game Nat, our bartender, will gladly comply with the boys, and what is so nice is that with your wishes and tastes.

Bill, always has a smile on his face.

We were happy to see our faithful Fraternally, social night guests, Jim and Marie Frances Olexa Heart, sitting in their regular places.

-SPJSTWe missed you for several weeks and we are glad you are well again.

LODGE NO. 66, WACO Sister Esther Holton is confined in the Diagnostic Hospital in Room 1006B. Dear Members: Esther underwent corrective surgery.

SPJST Lodge No. 66 held its meeting How long she will have to be in the Sunday, February 17th with President hospital I do not know; but we all hope it West presiding. won't be too long because we all missed The flags were presented by Larry you on social night not being in your Brem and Randy Nors. The pledge of regular place. allegiance and lodge motto were recited Sister Mary Johnson is also in the by the members present.

Diagnostic Hospital for an eye implant There were no visitors, but it was so for her other eye. Mary had the first one nice to have Brother and Sister Joseph done some time ago. Both sisters are Janecka visit us; we hope you come members of the Birthday Club and we again, soon. all wish both a speedy recovery.

In the roll call of officers, all were Friday, February 15th, the lodge present.

Choral Club, under the direction of Tim Sister Bonnie Pruitt read the January Kostom and Naomi Spencer on the minutes. They were approved as read. piano, was invited to the Lyerly House In correspondence, Sister Engelke Old Folk's Home to entertain the guests read a letter from Brother Leonard with Czech and English songs. Mary Mikeska about the forms to fill out for Schenburn introduced the Choral Club; National Fraternal Congress and all she volunteers at the Lyerly House from the IRS. These items will be every other week. About 25 members attended to. President West also read a participated, others had obligations letter from Brother Pokladnik about the elsewhere. The singers were not District III sales representatives' dressed in Czech costumes to the banquet to be held Sunday, March 16th. disappointment of the guests of Lyerly In order for the sales representatives to House; this brought on a second attend, it was voted to change our lodge invitation for next time in costumes meeting to Sunday, March 23rd. which the club members gladly Sister Engelke read the minutes of promised. After the performance, the Board of Trustees' meeting held refreshments were served, and with a Wednesday night, January 6th. • promise to come again, the Choral Club Sister Libbie Parma gave the, youth members parted with a satisfied feeling club report. The youth members had and a soft spot in their hearts for the made Valentine boxes. The winners lovely people they made happy for a were: 1st Tena Urbanek, 2nd Janice while.

Stanislav and 3rd Jeanette Nors. Sister The special dance Friday, February Parma said there would be a drawing 29 and Saturday, March 1st will be a for the boxes after the meeting. Sister nice affair with Guy Lombardo Parma also reported that there would be entertaining the guests in the an Easter egg hunt at the March Chandelier Ballroom; will see you meeting for all children in the lodge. It there! was voted that the lodge give Sister March 9th the District V Spring Parma $75 to purchase items for the meeting will be held at Lodge No. 88 hunt. with a special attention shown to all Brother George Shilling, Entertaincurrent, past and present presidents of ment Committee chairman, reported District V' for their devoted fraternal that open dates for 1980 had been filled. work. A delicious dinner will be served He is also in the process of booking

Wednesday, February 27, 1980 bands for 1981. Following the meeting there would be popcorn and beverages served. He said there would also be a drawing for a door prize for Valentine's Day. The winner of the beautiful heart box of candy was Sister Hilma Macha.

New members accepted in February are: Sherrie Lydia Kroll, Tracy D. Towery, Nealand 0. Willingham, Frank H. Dvorak (additional) and Kristen L. Cinek.

Transfers into Lodge No. 66 are Patricia Louise Dujka and Teresa Rose Orr from Lodge No. 54, West. Welcome to Lodge No. 66!

Transfers out from Lodge No. 66 are Louis P. Sebik, Randall P. Sebik and Monica J. Sebik, to Lodge No. 84, Dallas; and Elton Stuckly, Jr. to Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood.

Health Committee Report---It was reported that Brother Frank Miller, Linden Hall secretary, has had surgery.

We all wish Brother Frank a speedy recovery. We are very sorry to hear that Brother Joseph Gaidusek is ill and in the hospital. We hope he is doing OK. We heard that Sister Lucille Hykel, sister of Sister Polly Gaidusek, is very ill, so remember her in your prayers. It was so nice to have Sister Jeanette Smith at the meeting after her visit to the hospital. She is doing OK. It was nice to have Brother Silas Smith back again after his recent illness, also. We hope both of you will be back with us again. Brother Jerry Parma is now home and doing OK. Sister Bonnie Pruitt reported that her son-in-law is now at home after his recent surgery at MD Anderson Hospital. The reports are very good and we hope Randy will be OK. It was reported that Brother Gerre Moore is back in the hospital following an accident he had recently. We hope he will be OK. Also, Brother Charlie Mueller has been ill. We hope he is feeling better.

Door prize winner was Brother Eddie Mazanec.

Winners of the Valentine boxes were: 1st-Daniel Nors, 2nd-Frank Nors, 3rd-George Pauling, 4th- Barbara Brem, 5th-Anita Mazanec; 6th-Tim Urbanek, 7th-Robert Pavelka, and 8th-Ruby Orsag.

Members celebrating birthdays were Brothers Bennie Engelke. Ray Orsag, Louis Macha (all are 39?? and holding).

Happy birthday to each of you! Also, congratulations to Brother Ed and Sister Agnes Mazanec on their birthdays.

They w+ ere not at the meeting but we wish them many more. The cake was brought by Karen Shelton.

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2:30 p.m. There will also be an Easter egg hunt for all the children of the lodge.

Fraternally, Annie Harms, English Reporter -SPJST^

LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Dear Members and Friends, Our February 13th Wednesday night lodge meeting was called to order by President Glenn Kudrna. He asked Sergeant-at-Arms Judy Kudrna to lead the members in the pledge of allegiance. Brother Kudrna called for a minute of silence for our departed Brother Morris Ray Hill.

The minutes of the last executive meeting, which was held February 6th, and the minutes of the January lodge meeting were read by Recording Secretary Judy Patton. They were approved as read.

District III Director Sid Pokladnik was a guest at our meeting. He was invited

by Treasurer Louis Kudrna. He has been a great help by offering helpful suggestions. The membership thanks him for his help.

Brother Al Gurecky told the members that he would not be able to attend the 23rd convention in San Antonio on June 9-12. Brother Johnnie Hrabina was appointed to be approved to be his alternate.

Brother Willie Laza made a motion to change the lodge meetings back to the second Sunday of each month. This motion will be voted on at a later meeting.

Brother Kudrna asked Sister Patton to read the list of new members. They are as follows: Jerry Allen Trojacek, Hillary Ann Carpenter, Jimmie Donald Johnson, Billie Ray Martinek, Harry J. Cepak, Robert G. Wilson, Daniel Joe Patak, Amanda Kay Trojacek and Eugenia Dlabaj.

These new members were approved and welcomed.

President Kudrna asked for volunteers to look into having Games at the lodge. The following volunteered: James Whitfill, Winifred Whitfill, George Good, James Madewell, Judy Kudrna, Albert Haskovec and Joan Haskovec.

Brother Louis Kudrna made a motion to have a spaghetti supper for the members, starting at 7 p.m. immediately before the March 12 lodge meeting, which starts at 8 p.m. This motion was approved by an 18-11 vote.

President Kudrna asked Sister Patton to pass out the premium refund checks and then reminded the members to register for the door prize (donated by the Youth Club) and to stay for refreshments of Valentine cake and punch after the meeting. The door prize was won by Louis Dolezalik.

About 30 members attended the meeting. It is good to see so many more members becoming more interested in the welfare of our lodge.

The next dance scheduled, will be March 1st; music by Bryant Foster and The Texas Travelers. Everyone who missed them in February has a change to hear them this time. They play very good country-western music, so don't forget March 1st! Come and enjoy this very good band. See you then!

Don't forget the new number to call for reservations: 875.3959.

Fraternally, Viola Dlabaj Reporter -SPJST-

LODGE

NO. 142, HOUSTON

Dear Members: It was Sunday, February 10th, 1980 at 2:06 p.m. when our lodge President Henry Linhart called our regular monthly meeting to order. We had sixty-one members and one visitor present. Welcome and thank you for coming, Sister Evelyn Mikeska, District V sales representative. It is always a pleasure to have you.

Our membership recited the pledge of allegiance to our flag and then we held a few moments of silence in memory of our departed lodge Sister Luvaul.

Roll call of officers was held by Secretary Alice Jochen. All officers were present.

We welcomed new members, Matthew Clifton Kidwiter and Victoria Ann Stanley. Sales Representative Sidon Tumis was the one who signed up these members.

Sick members for the month of February are Joy Caka, Herman Ognoski, Ruth Kazmir and D. Annie Luvaul. We hope everyone is feeling better.

Our capsule was drawn for $40, Jimmie J. Wilzkoski was absent. Sorry that the person wasn't there to claim it, so next month's attendance prize will go to $45. Everyone come out and fraternalize with us; it is fun.

We had a few words from our visitor, Sister Evelyn Mikeska. She said that our District V is great. We should all

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remember March 9th and the District V meeting. TAKE PRIDE, WE DO IN DISTRICT V! Be sure to go to Lodge 88 on that day to attend the meeting and then stay for a free dance. I hope to see you there.

The meeting adjourned at 3:40 p.m.; afterwards all of us enjoyed refreshments and we had a delicious sausage, sauerkraut and potato meal. Thanks to everyone for coming out and please accept our invitation to the next meeting, which is scheduled for the second Friday, March 14th.

Remember, our April meeting will be held the second Sunday in April.

Fraternally, Alice Jochen Secretary -SPJST-

LODGE

NO. 184, MOULTON

Dear Members: President Ed Mikes presided at our regular meeting held February 13th at the lodge home with fifteen members present. Brother Mikes also led the group in reciting the pledge to our flag.

The minutes from our January meeting were read and approved.

A report was given by the Kitchen Committee on the purchase of several kitchen utensils. A committee was chosen to have some repair work done on part of the ceiling.

The lodge wishes Willie Fojt, Jr. a speedy recovery.

The lodge welcomes Sister Erma Filipp as a new member, and the transfer of little SiSter Sara ibiner to our midst.

It was voted to help defray the expense of the local C of C for some pictures taken of our local hall and members.

The lodge would like to remind Sister Willie Fojt, Sr., to be at our next meeting if possible, because Sister Fojt will be receiving her 50-year membership pin. Lunch will be served at the next meeting March 12th. The ladies are reminded to please bring w atever they want and the lodge will pr Vide !refreshments.

Door prize was won by Brother Emil Krejci.

Fraternally, Anita Kubicek Reporter

DISTRICT V MEETING MARCH 9 AT LODGE 88, HOUSTON

DISTRICT V SPJST Sunday, March 9, 1980 District V, will have their Spring meeting at Lodge No. 88, Houston, Texas beginning with a delicious ham dinner at 11:30 until 1, when the meeting will reconvene.

However, the meeting will start at 11 a.m. and then a recess for lunch.

I would like to see all the lodges in District V represented and also want to mention that pastry from District V Would be very much appreciated.

Following, in this issue, you will find the program schedule and agenda.

Do come to attend, Lodge No.'438 would really appreciate your presence. We will have an unusually interesting program for you. We are all working very hard to make this a happy occasion.

"Take pride, we do, in District V!" Fraternally, Pearl Hanka Secretary -SPJST-

DISTRICT V SPJST SPRING MEETING HOST LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON March 9, 1980

AGENDA Registration Call to Order - 11:00 a.m.

Presentation of Colors Welcome - Lodge No. 88 president .

Response - 1st vice president Tribute - For departed members by Lodge No. 88 President Mildred Holeman with Marian Kadlecek furnishing the music

Recess for Lunch - 11:30 until 1:00 with Lodge 88 Concert Orchestra playing Youth Program - -Falent Introduction of Supreme Lodge officers by 1st vice president Introduction of guests - by 2nd vice president Roll Call of lodges - by secretary Recognition of lodge presidents ' and district presidents - by Louis Harms Recognition - of 50 yr. members Recognition - of District V delegates Reading and Approval of Minutes of previous meeting - by secretary Reading of Correspondence - Pearl Hanka Appointment of Auditing Committee Appointment of Balloting Committee Reports - Youth (Special Contest) SPJST District Treasurer Director Sales Representative You t h Con nselor

Rest Home Director Supreme Lodge Officers Editor of Vestnik Audit Committee Old Business New Business Officer election; Officer installation Selection of site for next meeting Announcements

Adjourn Social - Dance from 5:00 - 9:00 - Music

by Ray Jurecka Drawing for prizes - 7:00 p.m.

"Take Pride, we do, in District V!"

BULLETIN BOARD District Meetings

The District I spring meeting will be held Sunday, April 27, 1980, at Lodge No. 17, New Tabor.

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The District II spring meeting will be held Sunday, March 18, 1980 at Lodge No. 187, Round Rock.

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The District III spring meeting will be held Sunday, April 13, 1980, at the host lodge, SPJET Lodge No. 35, in Elk, Texas •

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The District IV spring meeting will be held Sunday, April 27, 1980 at the VFW Hall in Seymour.

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The District V spring meeting will be held Sunday, March 9, 1980, st Lodge No. 88, Houston, 1435 Beal 3t.

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The District VI spring meeting will be held Sunday, April 20th, at the KJT Hall in Ganado- Lodge No. 138, Ganado, will be hosting the meeting.

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Wednesday, February 27, 1980

FEATURES UNITED STATES LEAGUE of SAVINGS ASSOCIATIONS Chicago, Illinois L.A. Kucera, chairman of the board of Liberty Savings Association, Houston, Texas has been appointed to the 1980 Attorneys Committee of the United States League of Savings Associations.

The appointment was announced by Edwin B. Brooks, Jr., president of the League and president of Security Federal Savings and Loan Association of Richmond, Virginia.

The U.S. League is the principal trade organization for the savings and loan business and represents over 4,400 associations throughout the country.

Savings and loan associations are the second largest type of financial institution in America and specialize in attracting savings accounts for investment primarily in mortgage loans on residential property. Currently savings associations provide approximately twice the amount of funds for home mortgage financing as all other lenders combined.

(Brother Kucera is, a member of Lodge No. 88, Houston---editor)

YOUTH SECTION Youth Activity Calendar Monday, March 3 -- Youth leaders, assistants and any other interested parties training class at DYC Mary Haisler's resi-

dence, near Seymour, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 27 — District IV

meeting at VFW Hall in Seymour, with Miss SPJST contest Sunday, July 6 — Youth Achievement Day (More details later)

members. The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m. March 3rd at my home and we hope to be through by 4:30 p.m.

Our second event will be District IV meeting at the VFW Hall in Seymour, April 27th. Youth members, we will have the same contests as last few years, because they have worked real well. Then, we also will have a "Miss SPJST" candidate for the convention.

The rules have been printed several times in the Vestnik; so read them carefully and let's have a good turnout of girls to try tout for the contest, it's fun. I will have to have your autobiography 10 days (prior) before the District IV meeting, so be sure and send it in to be eligible for the contest.

Our Youth Achievement Day was changed to July 6th because the SPJST Convention will be near our regular date of our YAD, this changed date will only apply for 1980.

We will camp again with District I. Thanks to District I for letting our small groups camp with you all because what can 8 or 9 youngsters do at a camp to have a good time.

This past week we were ice-bound for several days. The trees were coated with ice, but it didn't break any limbs because it wasn't so heavy. Today was a beautiful day with the sun shining all day; the temperature rose up to 50 degrees, it seemed warm after the cold weather we've had.

Don't forget March 3rd at 9:30 a.m. Youth Leaders' Training Class at my home.

Fraternally, Mrs. Mary Haisler District IV YC

From The Lodge Youth Leaders LODGE NO. 47, SEATON YOUTH LEADER'S REPORT

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From The District Youth Counselors DISTRICT IV YOUTH COUNSELOR The first event for District IV is a Youth Leaders' Training Class for all District IV youth leaders and their assistants, plus anyone else who may be interested in the youth program. We need all of you who can come and help us plan the youth program for our youth

I recently assumed the responsibility of being youth leader at Lodge No. 47.

My assistants will be Mrs. Ann (Adolph) Shenkir and Mrs. Judy (Louis) Motl. We plan to work hard to make our youth club one of the best in the state.

I am currently working up a list of names of SPJST members who are eligible for membership in our youth club and a letter should be reaching each eligible member shortly. I encourage each parent to make an effort to bring your child to our next meeting which will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 2. Our speaker at this meeting

will be Mrs. Ann Lapoint from the MHMR Center who will speak on drug abuse. I have heard her presentation previously, and I can assure you that the information she presents is valuable to children as well as adults. Please make an effort to attend. We plan to have a guest speaker at each meeting and I will keep you informed as to the topic which will be presented each month.

A chili supper, auction, and quilt ticket sale will be held at our lodge Friday, March 14 beginning at 5 p.m.

Social games will also be played. This will be the first money-making project for our youth this year. We invite you and your friends to come out to Star Hall and enjoy the food and activities with us. A drawing for the beautiful quilt donated by Mrs. Ann Shenkir will be held at 8:30 p.m. You may contact any youth member for tickets for the quilt •or you may buy them on the evening of March 14 or at one of the Saturday night dances at Star Hall.

Please give your youth leaders your support. Bring your children to our next meeting—you'll be glad you did.

Fraternally, Mrs. Shirley Patterson - SPJSTLODGE

NO. 117, ROBSTOWN

Dear Members and -Friends: The Robstown Youth Club on February 2nd held a social game night. The attendance was good in spite of the cold weather, refreshments were plentiful and everyone present had an enjoyable time.

The youth club meeting was held February 16th, the attendance was fair.

Following the meeting, a Valentine party was held. Homemade Valentine winners were: Group (6-10): Christine Benson and Donald Marek and (11-16): Brad Ellzey. In the guessing contest the winners were: Rocky Bowers and Jennifer Marek.

Birthdays for the month of February were Angie Hrncir and Suzi Baker.

Joe Landin was the winner in throwing the most Valentines (made of velvet tilled with beans) into a box with a heart cut Out. Campbell labels will be taken to the Dos Mundos Day Center. Their equipment was stolen and this time they need to collect 43,000 labels.

March 8th plans are already made to attend "Sound of Music" at Harbor Playhouse. Before departure, rehearsal will be held for the program at District VII meeting.

Fraternally, Betty Jurica Asst. Youth Lea,'

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LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Dear Readers, Lodge No. 25 Youth Club held its meeting Sunday, February 10, at the lodge hall. I am very proud of a beautiful Valentine given to me by the club inscribed with everyone's name.

Thank you so much! It is something that I'll treasure forever.

A Valentine party followed after the meeting. Winners of the homemade Valentine contest were: Janet Martinek, Kim Macalik and Melanie Kudrna.

Each received a box of candy.

Coming activities for our youth club is our next meeting on Sunday, March 9, at 2 p.m. We will honor our members with a March birthday and will also have a surprise craft.

Saturday, March 15, is the date of our skating party. The time is 10:00-12:00 at the Rolling Lion Skating Rink. Guests are invited to attend!

See you at our next meeting!

Fraternally, Judy Kudrna Youth Leader

Mrs. Mildred Williams as judges. The winners were: In group (6-9): 1st Amanda Vanek 2nd Darren Dybala 3rd Denise Rek (10-12): 1st Michael Marek 2nd Pamela Brandt 3rd Janet Ermis (13-17): 1st Kim Vanek 2nd Brenda Ermis 3rd Jackie Marek After the meeting we held our Valentine party. The youth exchanged Valentines.

The refreshments were paid by the club. Valentine cookies and hot chocolate were served.

Our next meeting will be held March 10th at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Ladies' Auxiliary.

Fraternally, Mrs. Vlasta Bartos Youth Leader

Letters From The Youth

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LODGE NO. 50, EL CAMPO

Dear Vestnik Readers: El Campo Lodge No. 50 Youth Club met at the American Legion Ladies' Auxiliary on February 14th.

The meeting was opened by President Brenda Ermis. The pledge was recited and we sang a song.

Secretary Lori Henderson read the minutes. Treasurer William Rek gave the treasury report and collected dues.

All youth members were present.

We discussed old and new business.

We had special guests, Mrs. Elsie Brdecka, District VI youth counselor and her husband, Frank, also Mrs. Mildred Williams from Iago. Mrs. Brdecka gave us a very informative talk.

We were glad to have them present. We also had one youth visitor Susan Socha.

The club gave the youth leaders, Mrs. Vlasta Bartos and her assistant, Mrs. Joe Henderson, a red carnation corsage which we were thankful for. The club also presented Mrs. Brdecka a gift.

Mothers present were Mrs. Anna Bartos, Mrs. Josephine Brandt, Mrs. Patricia Dybala, Mrs. Lorine Ermis, Mrs. Georgia Henderson, Mrs. Janet Marek, Mrs. Bernice Rek, Mrs. Rita Vanek and Mrs. Vlasta Bartos.

A Valentine contest was held by the youth members and they brought either decorated boxes or bags for Valentine's Day. We had Mrs. Elsie Brdecka and

LODGE NO.6, COTTONWOOD Dear Readers, For our March meeting, we will have a kite-flying contest. We will judge the kites on the prettiest, oddest, homemade type, smallest flying, homemade flying, highest flying, so try your best and get one together.

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Dear Readers, We had a Rubbermaid party. We sold Rubbermaid and its turnout was good.

We are still selling them if anyone would like to buy them. The knife sales were also good this month.

Fraternally, Terry Hykel (2-21-80) -SPJST-

LODGE NO.9, SNOOK Dear Readers, Our monthly meeting was very well attended. We had three new members join our club. Welcome to D.L. Groce and Edward and Denna Macik.

Thanks Becky for speaking to us about Valentine's Day. Our honorary grandmother was pleased to receive so many hand-made Valentine cards.

We had loads of fun at the Lions Club chili supper and game night. It was nice to see so many people come out on a cold night.

Our next meeting will be held Wednesday night, March 5th at 6:30 p.m., and Melinda Wilson will make her annual visit to our lodge. Please make every effort to attend.

Fraternally, Jan Schoenemann (2-21-80) -SPJST-

Fraternally, Karen Hykel Treasurer (2-21-80) -SPJST-

LODGE NO.9, SNOOK Dear Readers, Our youth club meeting was very well attended. We had three new members Denna Macik, Edward Macik and D.L. Groce.

We gave our honorary grandmother a gift for Valentine's Day, a sat of wiener roasters.

Our next meeting will be March 5th.

Fraternally, Loree Kovar (11) (2-19-80) DISTRICT V MEETING MARCH 9 AT LODGE 88, HOUSTON

LODGE NO.6, COTTONWOOD Dear Readers, We had our Valentine party February 15th and everyone had a good time.

Afterward we played games.

Fraternally, Lanette Hykel (2-21-80) -SPJST-

LODGE

NO.6, COTTONWOOD

Dear Readers, We went to the Rest Haven February 13th. We presented a program for the residents and then we gave them Valentine cards and we brought some refreshments to them.

Fraternally, Bobby Hykel (2-21-80)

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Wednesday, February 27, 1980 LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Dear Readers, We held our monthly meeting on February 10th at 2 p.m.

Our youth leader read the rules for the Miss SPJST contest. We planned our March activity which will be a roller skating party.

After the meeting we had our Valentine party. The homemade Valentine cards were judged. Winners were Janet Martinek, Kim Macalik and Melanie Kudrna; they each received a box of candy. Refreshments were then served and everyone enjoyed playing records and dancing.

Our next meeting will be March 9th at 2 p.m.

Fraternally, Melissa Macalik Reporter (2-18-80)

March or April since we have had a bit of cold weather. We also talked about the District II meeting, which will be held Sunday, March 16th.

The District 11 skating party was Sunday, February 17th from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Skate Haven in Temple. Everyone from the youth club, who went, had a good time. We want to thank Br. Frank Klinkovsky and everyone else who helped make it possible. Two of our members won door prizes. They were Mike Curik an Lesha Mohel.

Our next meeting will be held March 2nd at 4 p.m. I hope to see you there and also at the District II meeting.

Fraternally yours, Denisse Wuensche (13) (2-21-80) -SPJSTLODGE NO. 50, EL CAMPO

-SPJSTLODGE NO. 30, TAITON

Dear Vestnik Readers, The Taiton SPJST Youth Club will meet Sunday, March 2nd at the Taiton Commtinity Center at 2:30 p.m.

The theme for that meeting will be St. Patrick's Day. Pictures will be judged and poems will be read.

I would like to make a correction of the last month's meeting: The pledge was recited by Kim Dornak and prayer

by Jean Dorotik.

Fraternally, Michelle Srubar (11)

Dear Readers, El Campo Lodge No. 50 Youth Club met February 11th at the American Legion Ladies' Auxiliary.

We discussed old and new business.

We had special guests, Mrs. Elsie Brdecka and her husband, Frank.

We sang "Happy Birthday" to Melissa Brandt; her birthday is in February.

Door prizes were won by Janet Ermis and Jackie Marek.

After the meeting we had a Valentine party and exchanged Valentines and enjoyed refreshments.

Fraternally, Joseph Bartos

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LODGE NO. 30, TAITON Dear Vestnik Readers, The Taiton SPJST Youth Club held its monthly meeting February 3rd at the Taiton Community Center, beginning at 2:30 p.m.

Everybody is asked to draw a picture for St. Patrick's Day. We will have a booth at the District VI spring meeting in April. Anyone wishing to make a donation for this may bring it to the next meeting.

Fraternally, Jean Dorotik (11) (2-18-80) -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 66, WACO

Dear Readers, Our monthly meeting was held Sunday, February 17th.

We made Valentine boxes and brought them to the meeting.

A bowling party will be held in March.

Fraternally, Greg Nors (2-20-80)

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Dear Readers, The meeting for the month of February was held Sunday, February 17th at 2 p.m.

Valentine boxes were made by the members. The winners were Lanette Nors, Tina Urbanek and Janice Stanislay.

We will go bowling March 11th.

Next month our project will be to make St. Patrick's Day cards. Also, we will have an Easter egg hunt for the children.

We are still saving aluminum cans, Campbell soup labels, cigarette packages and Dr. Pepper caps.

Fraternally, Lanette Nors (2-20-80) -SPJSTLODGE NO. 50, EL CAMPO

Dear Readers, Our SPJST Lodge No. 50 El Campo Youth Club held its meeting at the American Legion Ladies' Auxiliary Hall February 11th.

Door prizes were won by Janet Ermis and Jackie Marek.

We sang "Happy Birthday" to Melissa Brandt. Then, we had a Valentine party.

The lodge served refreshments. Mrs. Brdecka visited our club. We played games, exchanged Valentines and enjoyed refreshments.

Fraternally, Patrick Bartos (2-18-80) -SPJSTLODGE NO. 73, SEYMOUR

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LODGE NO. 48, BEYERSVILLE

Dear Members and Friends, We held our meeting Sunday, February 3rd at 4 p.m. We talked about having another lock-in' party either in

Door prizes were won by Jackie Marek and Janet Ennis.

Melissa Brandt has a birthday.

A Valentine party was held and we exchanged Valentines. Refreshments were then served by the club.

Mrs. Elsie Brdecka visited at our meeting.

Fraternally, Veronica Bartos (12) (2-18-80)

Dear Readers, The SPJST Lodge No. 50 El Campo Youth Club held their monthly meeting at the American Legion Ladies' Auxiliary February 11th.

Dear Readers, The members of our club held their meeting Sunday, February 3rd.

We had a Valentine party and planned what we would do. Our leader, Greg Blankenship, and some of us helping him, planned that we would go skating at the old school house in

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Our next meeting will be held March 2nd at 3 p.m. We will plan our program for District IV meeting, which will be held April 27th at the VFW Hall in Seymour.

Fraternally, Shannon Blankenship (8) Treasurer (2-21-80) — SPJST LODGE NO. 66, WACO

Dear Readers, For the month of February our project was to -nake Valentine boxes. Each family was asked to have one made.

Next month we will make a St. Patrick's Day card; also, at that time, we will have our Easter egg hunt.

The meeting will be held Sunday, March 23rd at 2 p.m.

We are planning a bowling trip.

LODGE NO. 117, ROBSTOWN

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY

Dear Readers, The Valentine party and regular meeting was held on February 16th.

The winners of the homemade Valentine contest were the following: Brad Ellzey for ages 10 yrs. and older; Donald Marek and Christine Benson for ages 6 yrs. to 9 yrs. old.

Refreshments were served and the February birthdays were honored. tche youth club is planning to attend "Sound of Music," a musical at Harbor Playhouse. Anyone wishing to attend should contact Mrs. Hrncir by February 28th.

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 47, Seaton. in behalf of our entire membership. wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother

Fraternally, Donald Marek (8) (2-22-80)

Fraternally, Randy Nors (2-20-80) — SPJST LODGE NO. 66, WACO

Dear Readers, We were supposed to guess the score of the Super Bowl game from our last meeting. My guess was one of the winners.

We had a Valentine box contest.

Door prize winners at this meeting were Tina Urbanek and. Donna Stanislay.

Fraternally, Bradley Nors (2-20-80) —beJST-

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY

Dear Members, The monthly meeting was held February 13th. We had nine members and three adults present.

The mother lodge held a game night February 14th for our youth club. They sold cakes, cookies, popcorn and drinks.

All the proceeds went to the club. I want to thank our mother lodge for all the help and support they gave the youth club.

Fraternally, Johnny Hicks (14) President (2-19-80)

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Pokrok Dallas No. 84, in behalf of our entire membership wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother FRANK HORAK, JR.,

who passed away December 14, 1979, at the age of 80.

Brother Horak was born in Brno, Czechoslovakia. He was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 84.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Horak of Dallas; and three sons, Frank J. Horak, Robert J. Horak and William T. Horak.

After services were held, interment was at Calvary Hill Cemetery.

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

Resolution Committee: Evelyn Salac Lillie Parma R.L. Sadecky

EUGENE J. KURECKA,

who passed away, Saturday, February, 16th, 1980 at the age of 44, at his home, 417 No. 9th St., Temple, apparently after a heart attack.

Rosary was recited Sunday night in the Harper-Talasek Funeral Chapel in Temple.

Services were held at 10 a.m.

Monday, February 18, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with the Rev. William Benish officiating. Burial was at 3 p.m. in Hillcrest Garden of Memories cemetery west of Hillsboro, Texas.

Mr. Kurecka was born in Indiana and came to Texas when he was eight years old. He worked at the Western Auto Distribution Center for the past six years.

Survivors include his widow, Helen Kurecka of Whitney, Texas; two stepsons, Jerry May and Rex May; a stepdaughter, Gayle Wilson ).„ all of Whitney; his mother, Mrs, Mary Kurecka of Temple; three brothers, Larry Kurecka of Heidenheimer, Eddie Kurecka of Bedford and John Kurecka of Euless; and a sister, Mrs. Arlene Heller of Heidenheimer.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Adeline Kohutek Dorothy Pechal Lillian Kosarek

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY

We, the undersigned Resolution Committee; in behalf of the entire membership of SPJST Lodge No. 28 of East Bernard, wish to express our, deepest and sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge brother PAUL T. NOVOSAD,

who passed away in Caney Valley Memorial Hospital in Wharton on December 31, 1979, at the age of 7/ years.

Funeral services were held at First United Methodist Church, Tuesday January 1st, 1980 with Rev. Eugene Jonte of Alvin officiating and pastor, Dr. Robert J. Pickney assisting. The musical selections were by Mrs. Phillippa Russek. Burial was in First. United

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Wednesday, February 27, 1980

Methodist Church Cemetery in East Bernard, with Mr. Henry Whitten and members of the Wharton Masonic Lodge officiating.

Brother Novosad was also a longtime member of the SPJST Lodge No. 28.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary M. Novosad; four daughters, Mrs. Mary Jo Hlavinka and Mrs. Polly Graves of East Bernard, Mrs. Frances Cordelle of Houston and Mrs. Sue Coody of Weatherford; two sisters, Mrs. Georgia Cannatella of Galveston and Mrs. Alice Brandes of East Bernard; 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Jack Quirey, Leroy Stade, Hank Koyn, Joe Carmichael, Ron Smart and Joe Hlavinka, Jr., all of East Bernard.

May our departed lodge brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Lydia Sperlik Albert Lupik Cecelia Valigu a -SPJST-

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY

We, the undersigned Resolution Committee, in behalf of the entire membefSitip of Lodge No. 88, Houston, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister DORIS ONEATA WRIGHT,

who passed away February 13, 1980, in Houston at the age of 60.

Sister Wright is survived by her husband, Erwin Wright; daughter, Patricia A. Matthews; sister, Pearl Borel; and brother, J.C. Carroll.

Services were held at Our Chapel with Rev. George Enyedi officiating.

Interment was in Hollywood Cemetery.

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

Respectfully submitted, Resolution Committee: Gladys Havemann Dorothy Hensley Frances E. Vala -SPJST-

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY

In behalf of all the members, we the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 25 of Ennis, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother JOE SLAMPA,

73, of Route 1, Linden, former resident of Telico, who died Sunday morning, February 17th at his home.

Brother Slampa was born in Granger August 26, 1906, the son of Joe and Mary (Stanek) Slampa. He was reared and attended school in Granger. He married Miss Emilie Chmelar of Ennis on Aug. 23, 1947 and they made their home in Telico where he owned and operated the Telico Store. During World War II, Brother Slampa worked for Lockhead Company. After the war, he owned and operated a store in south Dallas. Sister Slappa died on November 19, 1958. After retiring in 1959, Brother Slampa moved to Cedar Hill and for the last five years has lived in Linden.

He was a member of St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Atlanta. He was a member of SPJST No. 25 for the past 41 years.

He is survived by two sons, Edward Joe of Linden, and Robert L. of Gorman; two daughters, Mrs. Emilie Fitzhugh of Desoto and Mrs. Shirley Slampa of Fort Worth; eleven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerry Slampa of Taylor; and three sisters, Mrs. Rose Hackworth, Mrs. Mary Janousek, both of Dallas and Mrs. Frances Skahas of Taylor.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Viola Dlabaj Judy Kudrna -SPJST-

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY

We, the Resolution Committee, in behalf of the membership of Lodge No. 142, Houston, wish to express our sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister MRS. FRANCES DORNAK,

45, who passed away Monday, February 11, 1980.

Rosary was recited Tuesday, February 12th at 7:30 p.m. in the Heights Chapel in Houston.

Funeral services were held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Shiner Catholic Church in Shiner, with interment in Shiner Catholic Church Cemetery.

Survivors include her husband, Eugene Dornak of Houston; daughter, Brenda of Houston; sons, Ronnie, Daryl and Daren Dornak, all of Houston; sister, Florence Hrnicirak of Shiner; brothers, Johny Hundl of Shiner, Delphin and Dennis Hundl, both of Houston; grandchildren, Troy, Crystal and Daryl Dornak, all of Houston; and a niece, Sandra Mendoza of Corpus Christi.

Sister Dornak was a member of Lodge No. 142, Houston.

May she rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Alice Jochen Sidon Tumis Henry Linhart

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY

We, the members of Lodge No. 50, El Campo, wish to express our sympathy to the family of our beloved brother JIM HUBENAK,

who died January 29, 1980 at the age of 69.

Survivors include his wife, Augustina of El Campo; two daughters, Mrs. Frank Sczech of El Campo and Mrs. Ben Sczech of San Antonio; one son, J.V. of El Campo; two sisters, Mrs. Olga Webb and Mrs. Tillie Massingill, both of El Campo; 9 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m.

Thursday, January 31st at St. Philip's Catholic Church with the Rev. Tim Kosler officiating. Interment was at Holy Cross Memorial Park, under the direction of Triska Funeral Home of El Campo.

May he rest in peace.

Respectfully submitted: For Lodge No. 50 El Campo

By Anna Bartos, Secretary

Help freedom ring and help yourself.

Take stock in America.

Buy U.S. Savings Bonds.

VESTNfIC

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FROM THE SUPREME LODGE

Death Claims Paid in January, 1980 TEMPLE, TEXAS February 15, 1980 Death Claim No.

Name

Lodge No. Location

Date of Admission

Date of Death

Age

Cert. No.

Caldwell 9-22-33 Houston 10- 6-72 Houston 5-26-76 Yoakum 6-14[44 West 8-10-19 San Antonio 1-1-16 9-20-65 Houston Cyclone 5-24-48 Dallas 1-15-11 7- 2-75 , Lia Salle Hillje 3-11-28 Fort Worth 2- 8-52 Dallas 4-19-25

12-15-79 12- 1-79 12- 5-79 12-20=79 12- 5-79 12-14-79 12- 8-79 12- 8-79 11-16-79 12-30-79 12- 7-79 12-27=79 12-14-79

80 72 68 92 81 91 42 66 91 19 70 74 80

5-841 W-55490

0-4288 FB-67093 , 0-56872

13548 13549 13550 13551 13552 13553 13554 13555 13556 13557 13558 13559 13560

William I. Ripple Leon J. Bednora Mildred I. Bain John Macha Frances Varian/a Mary H. Loos Carolyn Emilie Tipp Fabian J. Tomasek Robert Duron John F. Mader Edmund Mach James G. Baker Frank Horak

186 88 88 31 54 133 88 24 84 153 40 154 84

13561 13562 13563 13564 13565 13566

George W. Posey Ardy Blakley, Abe Coker Henry Kutej Agnes Mary Mason Jos. Wecheta

87 173 35 92 88 1

Temple

Galveston Elk Fort Worth Houston Fayetteville

1-18-38 2- 1-76 3-23-73 10-24-42 8- 8-69 6-14-18

12-20-79 12-10-79 12-23-79 12-23-79 12-15-79 12-24-79

82 26 59 83 61 89

13567 Leola Gates 13568 Andrew J. Faulds, Jr. 13569 Joe Krivanek

9 186 92

Snook Caldwell Fort Worth

2-19-54 3-16-54 6-27-40

10-17-79 12-11-79 121-31-79

54 58 66

13570 13571 13572 13573 13574 13575 13576 13577 13578 It579 13580 13581

117 63 142 81 94 17 39 167 29 87 188 47

Robstown Sweet Home Houston Needville Wheelock Caldwell Bryan Penelope Taylor Temple Centerville Seaton

12- 1-53 f-25-44 12-22-53 4- 8-39 2- 3-18 5-17-54 8- 7-57 9-10-51 1-29-70 3-1943 2- 947 3- 2-30

12- 2-79 1- 8-80 12-19-79 12-21-79 1-14-80 12-24-79 12- 2-79 12-20-79 1-16-80 11-29-79 9-11-79 1-17-80

71 75 26 77 90 27 78 45 57 69 62 72

Albert Jurecka F. J. Bujnoch George W. Janlk John L. Sitta Jos. E. Scasta Randal Ray Hovorak Lottie Odstrcil Clyde Sijansky Anita A. Kaiser Judson M. Smith Sam A. Wingfield Marie Hruska

W-68126 A-2292

A-7475 A-9358 0-33629 0-9757 A-11022 C-64872 0-566 K-79 0-92 and C-8133

D-1078 D-45511

A-6754 and C-3785 Pd-up 918

C-12134 D-740,

E-1075 and E-30132 C-12006 B-3364 38-2426 0-4980

A-4831 JS-2578 5-4904

C-11129 0-46805 C-11706 0-70565 E-471 and C-1195 0-7078 W-65865 C-8603 C-9636 A-9081 W-39240

10-16-43 1-13-80.

87 70 Temple 13582 Olga Reznicek 59 10-25-75 11-12-79 13 Dime Box 13583 Eugene S. Martels, Sr. 74 1-12-80 36 5-14-48 West 13584 Edd R. Beckham 48 Houston 1-22-48 12-12-79 88 13585 Leonard Holub 97 1- 3-80 Placed째 4-13-24 80 13586 Frances M. Balusek 12-22-79 '/O 88 Houston 7-25-67 13587 Cecilia C. Adkins To the bereaved survivors of our deceased brothers and sisters, the Supreme Lodge expresses its heartfelt sympathy.

Fraternally yours, Leonard D. Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer

PODPORA LIDSKOST BRATRSTVI Ceski cast tredni °rain Slovanske Podporugei Jednoty Stith Texas, zalotene roku 1897 27 iinora 1980

Itt06/TfIE 68 OSLO 9

ODliL IMPISOVATELI Na ad San Antonio eislo 133.

Mile sestry a brat& Sjezd SPJST se kvapem bliii. Letos bude se konat v San Antoniu, miste velmi vhodnem. Snad jsou nektefi z delegatit kdo v San Antoniu je gte nebyli a kdo zde nebyl del gi dobu, bude velmi pfekvapen. San Antonio v posledni dobe se velice zmenilo, rozrostlo, dalnice protinajici mesto, zbourane domy ba i cele ulice, nove budovy, moderni hotely a obchodni stfediska zmenily tvafnost celeho mesta. V San Antoniu konaji se kaidk mesic desitky sjezdu obchodnich spoleenosti, politickkch i jinkch organisaci a turistickk ruch vzrostl na nebkvalou San Antonio je jakasi kombinace pnvabu stareho a moderniho mesta a je vkznamnkm stfediskem jinni Casti stfedniho Texasu. San Antonio je sidlo velikkch vojenskjrch zakladen, nekolika universit a eetnkch odbornkch ueiligt'.

Pfivodne pevnost, San Antonio bylo povk g eno na mesto v roce 1809.

Pfedpoklaclarn, *ie historii San Antonia vag ina z Vas zna, proto nebudu se o ni zminovat. Ve stinu mrakodrapti a "Tower of the Americas" proteka klidne feka San Antonio a navitevniktim poskytuje pfijemne pobaveni projiid'kou a prochazkou po upravenkch postranich cestieltach.

San Antonio ma mnoho historickkch pamatek a pametihodnosti, ktere lakaji navgtevniky z daleka g iroka. Na ty hlavni chci upozornit a zaroven pfipomenout, ie ponejvice jsou vgechny poblfi mist, kde se bude konat sjezd, cos bude velikou vkhodou pro delegaty a jejich rodinne pfislu gniky a navgtevniky sjezdu.

Nejznamej gi je ALAMO (Svatyne svobody Texasu), nachazejici se ye stfedu mesta. V pfilehlem pareiku je Museum a knihovna, t.zv. "Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library". Opodal, na namesti, je Cestnk nithrobek na pamatku hrdinn padlkch v boji o Alamo.

Zajimavk je tei palac gpanelskeho

guvernera, ppstavenk pied vice nd 200 lety, nachazejici se zapadne od namesti Military Plaza. 0 vyhlidkove v-di "Tower of the Americas" jsem se jii zminil. Je to 622 stop (189 put metro) nejvyggi rozhledna y e Spojenkch statech s otaCivou restauraci. Navgtevnici mohou pou-iit bud' schodigte, nebo pohodlnkch V San Antonin jsou Cetne zajimave misie. Nejzachovalejii je misie San Jose Mission, nazvana Kralovnou misii. Byla zaldena roku 1720. Jsou to vesmes nadherne historicke pamatIcy. Zna.ma je td katedrala San Fernando na namesti Main Plaza. Zaldena bylaw roce 1731.

Pavodni stavba byla znieena pdarem, nove postavena byla v roce 1873. V katedrale jsou uldeny portistatky hrdinti padlkch u Alama a take jsou tam sochy dovezene ze Spanelska pied vice nd 100 lety.

Proslule je misto La Villita (Little Town - MesteCko), zaldene kratce po roce 1718, propagujici latinsko-americkou kulturu, umeni, jsou tam stanky femesInickkch a 'iivnostenskkch vkrobkii.

Hemis-Fair Plaza je vkstavi gte a zabavni park v girgim slova smyslu. Jak jsem jii se zminil, viechna tato mista jsou takika na dosah ruky v okoli hotelu, kde delegati budou ubytovani a dvorany, kde se budou konat sjezdova jednani. Kdo by se zajimal o podrobnou prohlidku pametihodnosti, jsou zde k disposici moderni pohodlne autokary pro okrdni jizdy s prtivodci s odbornkm vkkladem.

Pochopitelne, je to nekolik obrovskkch nakupnich stfedisek a obchodnich doma, takie hlavne na ge sestry budou mit co prohliZet. Take je zde nekolik peknkch parkii a velika zoologicka zahrada s bohatou zvifenou vieho druhu, jedna z nejvet gich v Texasu.

Zoologicka zahrada je rozsahla, s podrobnou prohlidkou nutno poeitat na del gi dobu, stoji rozhodne za podivanou, hlavne pro mladd.

To je asi zhruba to nejhlavnejii. regime se na Vas, sestry a bratfi, pfejeme Vam, aby se Vam u nas libilo, o Cemi naprosto nepochybujeme. 0 poslednim sjezdu SPJST, konanem v roce v San Antonin, vg ichni delegati si pochvalovali a vyjadfili

se, ie to byl jeden z nejlep gich sjezdu.

Letos to bude jeg te lepii. Sjezdovk vkbor v Cele s bratrem Emilem E. Matulou, pfedsedou na geho fadu a bratrem Dominikem Netkem, tajemnikem naSeho fadu, vypracoval rozsahlk program.

Pfipravuji pro Vas, sestry a bratfi, mnoho, abyste si odvezli hezke vzpominky na dlouhou dobu, abyste na sjezd v San Antonin nikdy nezapomneli.

S bratrskym pozdravem Jaroslav Kleprlik.

Tak Vselicos Anezka Houdkovit.

Tento tkden mame to same poeasi jako minulou sobotu a nedeli--zase zaCalo poprchavat a do toho zaealo omrzat brzy z rana a trochu pozdeji zaCal padat snih a vie je bile. Do rana bylo pry asi 17 o stupiffi ale odpoledne zase ma rortavat a tak to neni tak zle a snih bude dobrY kdyi nemame vice degte letos. Ale jak \Tidy, zase jsme meli asi 300 mengich auto-nehod a asi 39 -nehod vaInejiiho druhu, kdy byly auta po gramocene a td nektefi byli, poraneni dosti vain. No, unor jiz je na polovic prye a v obyeejne v bfeznu zaCina bkti lep gi poCasi, tak musime byti trpelivi, ie ano?

Kdy`i jsem byla minulk tkden v Ennis tak jsem se dovedela, ie na ge pfibuzna pi. Rifiena Drozdova a jeji madel Joe piisli k poraneni kdkrz p. Drozdovi vybuchla hoflavinu a velice vaine jej takie on se dosud nachazi v Parkland nemocnici a ona byla popalend na obliCeji, kdyi otevrela dvefe a ohen ji Kiehl. Ona pry se nachazi doma.

Oba pry pokraCuji dobie ale musi to bYt velmi bolestne. Litujeme kaideho, kdo neco takoveho musi prodelavat, a aprimne p1ejeme brzke uzdraveni obema.

Take pry pi. Justine Marie Andreasonova podstoupila menu operaci a snad ui je hodne lepgi se zdravim. Pfejeme vie dobre.

Letos snad poprvne za mnoho let kdy vgechny viry—pravoslavna fecka, protes tantska a katolicka-budou oslavovat Velikonoce v stejnk den 6. dubna, bude zvlaitnost. Jen aby bylo hezke poeasi aby kaZdk mohl oslavovat tak, jak

24 si pieje. Cinani, kterjrch je pry v Dallas asi 5 tisic osob, prave zapoeali oslavovat jejich Nov' rok tento tjrden s velli9m banketem a jidla snad byly poslany sem az z Kalifornie, ktere byly pfipravene dle jejich zvykil. Cinane letos jmenuji jejich rok "Rok opic" a ma pi-9 b9t snad it'astnelg i pro kaldeho. Tedy uvidime jak se proslavi vid'te?

Byla jsem pfekvapena kdy'l v sobotu me volali maniele Rudy Sefeikovi, ze jsou zde v Dallas se sokolsk9mi cvieenci ktefi cviei ye West. prs, piivezli asi 40 osob na cviCeni ye zdeigi sokolovne, ktere snad bylo fispegne. Mivaji pry pokdide al 70 neb vice cvfeenca a maji radost, ze v ge se jim dafi. Velmi me te gi, ze Sefeikovi me volali a slibila jsem, ze jak bude poeasi lepKi a budeme miti eas tak ze si zajedeme do West a pobesedujeme si vgichni vespolek.

V San Antonio, Tx., meli ir9roeni v9stavu dobytka a jeden bjrk byl prodan za rekordni cenu 27 tisic 5 set dolarii, kterjr ukazovala mlada 15. leta divka ze severniho Texasti a koupen byl pi. Rush, ktera b9ka darovala "Boysville" na pamatku zesnuleho p. Albert West kter9 byl zabit v autonehode lonskeho roku. V 1974 sampionsk9 1391( byl prodan za 25 tisic dolaril a to til" byla dosti velka cena, a mlada divka byla opravdu pfekvapend cenou kterou obdrl'ela. Pry celkem dobytka a drubeie bylo prodano za evrt milionu dolaril, a to uz jsou paneeku penizky, nemyslite?

V Irving, Tx., se nachazi jista rant tak zvand "Dude Ranch" kde chieji kone ktere jsou poullvane skolami, kostely a jin9mi organizacemi. Minul9 t9den tam pog el jeden kiln a drub' byl tak vychrtl' a slat* padl a vice nemohl povstati a majitel ranee byl nucen jej zastielit aby ukoneil jeho trapeni. Uiady se o tom dovedeli a zaCalo vyetfovani a zvefolekaf pak tei zjistil, 'le kun byl zeslaben tim, le nemel dost zfadla a mimo toho ze byl zachvacen Cervami a nyni majitel bude miti jiste potahovani s afady, ze velmi Kpatne zachazi se zvifaty a necha je hladovet a neda jim jine oktfeni, ktere po pravu maji miti. Majitel ranee to svadi na sveho mild/era a ten zas to svadi na majitele, le on nekoupil zfadlo.

Je tam jeke dargich 15 koni a ti jsou take y e S'patnem stavu. Jedno mlade device velmi plakalo kdyl ten drub' kim pogel nebot' to byl jeji milaCek a velmi krotk9.

Inu, nektefi lide nemaji ani trochu citu pro bezbranna zvifata a zachazeji s nimi nelidsky a jest to opravdu hanebn9 Cin neco takoveho provadet. Majiteli to asi gpatne dopadne az bude vyktfovani u konce.

V Brownfield, Tx., se manielfim Martinez narodilo jejich dvacate jedne

VESTNtS dite minul9 mesic a livot nyni je jegte byl pled tim. Maniele jsou spolu 26 let a za to dobu meli jil 21 deti, znichl 18 jest naiivu. D ye decry a syn zemfeli a 6 deli je jiz z domova prye. Pan Martinez v lete vydelava pane penize v dobe sberu baviny (v &line) ale nyni to jest velmi malt' plat pro tak velkou rodinu kdyl Nig e jest tak drahe a deti potfebuji tolik. Jelikoi osm jejich deti, ktefe by mely chodit do glioly nemaji pfistup neb nemaji certefikaty narozeni a tel narliaji povinne oCkovani proti nemocim a to je ovgem velka gkoda.

Rodina nevlastni domov ani nabytek a musi zit vgelijak a to je oirgem smutne a nejvice zkusl nevinne deli. Ani myslim se pofacIne nenaji, kdyl' je jich tolik. Co to musi bjrt prace a starosti s tak velkou rodinou a matka jiste je cela upracovana a ustarana. Lituji iiechny a pfala bych jim aby se jejich situace zlep gila aspon tento rok.

Pani Kristina Zemankova z Blessing, ktera byla nedavno v nemocnici zde, je zase u decry pi. Sidney Bridewell-ove kde je v dobrem opatrovani a pokraeuje pry velice doble, a druhe dve dcerjr ji chodi navWvovat. Ze srdce pfejeme vkchno to nejlepgi a hodne zdravieka.

Pan Joe Slampa z Ennis zesnul a dnes ma tam pohfeb. Jeho pani byla zabita v autonehode pied nekolika lety a on sam velmi dlouho. Pled lety maniele meli zde v Dallas obchod a byli dobie znami neb pry chodivali do eeskjrch sini mezi krajany. Ona byla rozena Chmelafova z Ennis. PIeji klidn9 spanek.

Pan Charles J. Tueek zemlel minul9 t9den a pohiben byl v pondeli 18. anora ze St. Edward's kostela a ulolen na Calvary Hill hibitov zde. Zanechava manielku; syna Msgr. James Meek; dceru pi. Richard Scammel. Jeho syn, Msgr. Tueek, byl pied lety take knezem v Ennis a krajane se na nej pamatuji.

Lehke odpoeinuti je mu pfano a rodine soustrast.

Musim podekovat pani Mary Kalfusove ze San Antonio a pani Milade Fabianove z Franklin, Tx., za pekne uznani m9ch prost9ch clanku ye Vestniku. Velmi me tegi, ze jsou obe spokojene a pieji jim Ark to nejlepg i a nejvice toho zdravi, ktere jest nadevge!

Nitrodni Hospoditistvi Modernizace Hutni Tadriby e esko sl ov e nsIcSi ustav pro automatizaci fizeni v pramyslu INORGA Praha byl povefen funkci hlavniho koordinatora projektu rozvojoveho programu OSN. Jde hlavne o vyuziti vSrpoCetni techniky pig racionalizaci lizeni hutni adriby a sladeni planu vSToby a edrThy, o planovani vStroby nahradnich dilti a optimalizaci jejich zasob a o prognostiku poruch.

Projekt, jeho autory jsou eeskoslovenki odbornici z hutnich provozu, projektovcrch ustavit a vysokSich gkol, bude realizovan v letech 1979-1981 ye \*hodoslovenskSrch ielezarnach v Ko gicich (Kog ice). Podle rozhodnuti OSN by se mel projekt uplatnit pfedev gim v rozvojovSrch zemich. Zajem jiz projevily Indie, Peru a nektere da gi staty.

Odbornici z techto stat6 proto budou pfimo na miste v Kogicich sledovat ffeinnost navrhovaneho systemu edriby v podminkach konkretniho hutniho zavodu, jednoho z nejvegich v CSSR. Realizace projektu se projevi ve sniZeni zasob nihradnich dilu pfibliine na polovinu, ye zkraceni dodacich lhitt a ye zySieni produkce i produktivity prace.

Jeho uplatnenim ye V3ichodoslovenskStch 'ielezarnach vznikne celospoleCenskS7 prospech viggi nei 60 miliona Ices.

Tiskova agentura ORBIS

Pro BezpeCnost Lodi A Reaktoru V plzeriskych Skodov9ch zavodech (Plzen), ktere jsou jednim z nejirjrznamnerg ich podniku takeho strojirenstvi v CSSR, bylo vyvinuto vynikajici testovaci zafizeni: Je ureeno pfedev gim k tahov9m zkoug liam na telesech velkjr ch rozineril, jako jsou napf. easti trupil ffenich i namofnich lodi, i ke zkoligkam kvality materialii pro tlakove nadoby jadern9ch reaktoril.

Testovaci zafizeni schopne vyvinout silu al 80 MN sestava ze etyf hydraulick9ch souprav opatfen9ch vysoce vjrkonn9mi talifov9mi lisy. Ve svete je v provozu, piedeviim v tech nejve gich lodenicich, kolem 10 obdobnjrch zaiizeni, ale o menk vjrkontiosti. V CSSR se toto v9konne testovaci zafizeni vyifliva ke zkougliam tlakov9ch nadob jaderOch reaktorii a uplatriuje se i v zahraniei, jedno je jfi po dva rokv v provozu v leningradskjr ch lodenicich a druhe objednal sovetsk9 Vjrzkumn9 astav pro stavbu lodi.

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Ve stiedu 27. imora 1980

Mlle se cvesky Let Us Study Czech Lekce etyfiadvaciti -- Lesson 24 Review of the last 3 lessons (Nos. 21, 22, 23) Before we take up numerals and then continue with the other parts of speech, it would be well to look back over the last 3 lessons, and review them by listing a rather lengthy vocabulary. Note the asisignment after the vocabulary.

• • Vocabulary &melt — person dite — child ptik — bird rite — rose vitr — wind zima winter leto — summer jaro -- spring podzim — fall stivka -- strike (from work) uhli — coal vina — wave liska — love pile — industriousness pfini — desire spravedlnost — justice, honesty bohaistvi, — wealth price — work boj — battle Pad — falling zdravi — health nemoc — illness smrt — death mir peace suinek — sleep

25 Alby — Alps (mts.)

American — (an) American tech — (a) Czech tivotni — animate netivotnSi — inanimate tensity rod — feminine gender stiedni rod — Neuter gender pfedseda chairman strop — ceiling brad -- castle mlidet — youth Zest honor kufe chitken nidrati -- train station umeni — talent (ability) vtechen cukr all the sugar viechna kiva — all the coffee viechno pivo all the beer oni — they ony — they (fern.) jejich — their onen — that one kdokoli — anybody cokoliv — anything samt kvet — ...all flowers sami cizinci —. ...only foreigners pStcha -- pride hrdin'Y — heroic viditelnSr — visible pracujici — (hard) working zdejti -- local mak, — of the ocean velci vojaci — big soldiers drazi pfitele — dear friends krisni psi — beautiful dogs nemocen — sick, ill schopen — capable it'asten — happy svoboden — single Janus? klobouk — John's hat mateino srdce —(a) mother's heart vstupne — admission (price) • • Get out the last 3 lessons, and you will find all of these words and expressions. Notice how they were used. They are listed here it the order they appear in Lessons 21, 22. and 23.

• • Assignment Write a sentence of your composition,' using all of the above listed words and terms. Compose your work with some other member of the family. Read your sentences OUT LOUD.

Vfstavba Vedeckeho Centra V Cechich K dalgimu rozvoji vedeckeho v9zkumu v CSSR pfispiva i zakladani vedeck9ch

center Ceskoslovenske akademie ved (CSAV) mimo hlavni mesto. Zatim prvnim a nejrozsahlejkm pfikladem teto koncepce je v9sta yba JihoCeskeho biologickeho centra v Cesk9ch Budejovicich (Ceske Budejovice).

Vedecke centrum v tomto devadesatitisicovem krajskem meste, lelicim 150 km jane od Prahy, ma vytvofit dobre podminky pro praci ((sta y(' zalladniho v9zkumu. Jde pfedevgim o ty, jejich Cinnost je zamefena na aplikaci v zemedelstvi, lesnictvi, zdravotnictvi, ochrany a tvorby iivotniho prostfedi.

Vedle pracovik' Entomologickeho (Istavu CSAV, Parazitologickeho itstavu CSAV, Ustavu experimentalni botaniky CSAV vznikne jeke spoleene vedecke stfedisko schopne resit slozite synteticke problemy. V jeho ramci vzniknou spoleend pracovike v9poCetni techniky, elektronove mikroskopie, izotopti a dalk. V koneene fazi se poeita s vybudovanim vy'vojovYch pfistrojovjrch dilen. Ty by mely v budoucnosti zajistit v9voj a v9robu unikatnich pfistrojii, bez nichZ se moderni veda neobejde.

Soueasti noveho akademickeho arealu bude i spoleend knihovna a kontereneni stfedisko s pfedna gkovymi saly.

Ustavy CSAV, jejich nektera pracovigte jsou jiZ v Cesk9ch Budejovicich, mail celostatni pasobnost. Regi Ceskoslovenskeho statniho planu zakladniho v9zkumu a jsou zapojeny i v mezinarodnich vedeck9ch programech v ramci spoleen9ch ukolu zemi Rady yzajemne hospodafske pomoci. V9stavba jejich objektil bude zahajena v race 1980 a do deseti let bude dokoneena. Po jejim dokoneeni bude v Jihoeeskem biologickem centru pracovat na 1000 odbornikii.

V Cesk9ch Budejovicich, ktere jsou tak jako nektera dalk krajska mesta v CSSR - silem nejen stfednich, ale i vysok9ch gkol, vznikne tak pfikladn9 vedeck9 a gkolsk9 komplex. Podpoil jak fegeni vedeck9ch ukolu, tak i z y9Keni urovne v9chovy student'''.

Tiskova agentura ORBIS Teorie S Praxi Pfikladnou spolupraci s prilmyslov9mi podniky a jejich v9yojoy9mi pracoviki rozviji katedra jemne mechaniky, optiky `a optoelektroniky pfirodovedecke fakulty Palackeho univerzity v severomorayske Olomouci.

Dosud byla zamefena na klasickou optiku a jemnou mechaniku. Nyni

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Pro es. gumarensk9 prilmysl vyvinuli specialists katedry, ktera je zatim jedina v CSSR, zafizeni pro nedestruktivni kontrolu pneumatik na principu holograficke interferometrie. Touto novou metodou lze jakekoliv kazy nebo vady na pneumatice odhalit behem dvou minut. Dosud musela pneumatika absolvovat na zku gebnim mechanickem zafizeni 10,000 km - ale ani tak nebylo mono zarueit odhaleni v gech vnitfnich trhlinek.

Katedra se podili rovne'i na zavadeni laserove techniky do prilmyslu i do zdravotnictvi. Pro potfeby lekastvi byl zde vyvinut i prvni eeskoslovensk9 laserov9 skalpel.

Tiskova agentura ORBIS Ceskoslovenske Druistevnictvi

Nejen eeskoslovenska zemedelska drhistva s bezmala 700 tisici eleny, ale i eeskoslovenska spotfebni, vSrborni, v9robni a bytova druistva zaznamenala za uplynule desetileti mimofacIn9 vzestup.

Je vyjadfen pfedev g inr objemen a kvalitou hospodafske Cinnosti a ffistem poetu elenfi. Dnes pusobi v CSSR 1300 druistev techto tii typh s temef 3,5 milionu &fah Spotfebni druistva pusobi pfedevgim na vesnici a ve venkovsk9ch mestech. Se sv$rmi vice, neZ 27 000 prodejnami potravinafskeho, prfimyAloveho a dalgich druhu zboZi a podniky vefejneho stravovani se na celkovem maloobchodnim obratu cs. vniffniho obchodu a vefejneho stravovani podileji temef 43 procenty. Vedic toho prodejny spotfebnich druistev dopinuji sit' statniho nakupu: od drobnkh producent6 vykupuji zeleninu, ovoce, vykupuji lesni houby a plodiny a pfispivaji tak k zasobovani vet gich mast.

V9robnich drhistev je v CSSR pies etyfi sta. Se sv9mi 6500 provozovnami se podileji v mnoha oborech na poskytovani .sh.qeb obyvatelstvu. Tak napf. na zakazkove vSTrobe bdevu, pradla, obuvi, nabytku aj. se eeskoslovenska v9robni druistva podileji temef 40 procenty. Na opravach motocyklil a osobnich automobilfi pfiblfine 44 procenty a na opravach bytfi a obytn9ch domii 60 procenty.

V9razne uspechy zaznamenalo v uplynul9ch deseti letech i bytove druistevenictvi. Proti roku 1969 se zv9gil v CSSR poet dri.O.stevnich bytil o 143 procent a dosahl 660 tisic a polet drOistev vzrostl z 642 000 na 966 000. Na

celkove v9stavbe bytfi se eeskoslovenska stavebni bytova dri,2'stva podilela v roce 1979 zhruba 32 procenty.

PoeitaCe Slouii Obchodu Ve vnitfnim obchode CSSR nahrazuje v9poeetni technika praci 20 000 pracovnikii, jich by bylo zapotfebi k zvladnuti provoznich, administrativnich a dalgich praci. Nektere einnosti, jako je napf. optimalizace rozvozu zboii ze skladu velkoobchodu do maloobchodnich proHejen, sledovani zaruenich evidence stavu zasob a fakturace, by bez poeitaeft nebylo vfibec mono zajistit.

Uspora pracovniku ma znaen9 v9znam prave v socialistickem Ceskoslovensku, ktere trpi jfZ iadu let jejich nedostatkem prakticky ye vgech odvetvich narodniho hospodarstvi. Ve vnitfnim obchode pracuje 600 000 lidi -CSSR ma o neco vice ne'i 15 miliOnu obyvatel-.

Ceskoslovenskou velkoobchodni sit' tvofi temef 3400 skladil s roenim obratem 138,7 miliardy Kes. Sortiment zboZi pfedstavuje pies 150 tisic zakladnich druhu, kter9mi je zasobo \fano 80 tisic prodejn y . Zvladnout provoz a fizeni tak rozsahleho zasobovaciho systemu lze jen prostfednictvim v9poCetni techniky. Denne je zpracovano temef 8 milionO dat pro fizeni a evidenci obehu skladove aCetnictvi a mzdy. Bez pfikazu z poeitaCe dnes neopusti velkoobchodni sklad "Zadne Ceskoslovensk9 vnitfni obchod disponuje 63 . poeitaCi, ktere jsou define v provozu prilmerne 20 hodin, coi je hranice provozni spolehlivosti teto v9poCetni techniky.

V VII. a VIII. petiletce (1976-1980, 1981-1985) budou zavadeny do vy'poeetni site eeskoslovenskeho vnitfniho obchodu poeitaCe 3. generace.

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Biometeorologicka Observatoi Pro Mesto Biometeorlogicka observatof, vybavend automatickou mefici regist •aeni fistfednou, byla otevfena nedavno v arboretu Vysoke gkoly zemedelska v jihomoravskein Brne (Brno). Soust •eduje fidaje o teplotni vodivosti a dal gich fyzikalnich charakteristikach rfizn9ch druhii stavebnich materialh a o jejich pusobeni na mestskou vegetaci.

Prace s timto zafizenim bude sverena pfedevgim vysokogkolsk9m studentfim, ktefi maji ye sv9ch diplomnich pracech sledovat zmeny, ke kter9m dochazi ye y eletlinim Brne. Jde pfedev gim o novou rozsahlou v9stavbu s girok9m pouiitim asfaltu, pisku a betonu i o vytvafeni mestske zelene. Nejsou take zanedbatel-

ne vlivy tepla vyzafujichiho z obytqch i prnmyslovjrch objektn na vytvafeni klimatu v novj/ch Ctvrtich. Cilem pozorovani je poznat kladne i zaporne qsledky zasahil do pnvodni energeticke a biometeorologicke bilance krajiny.

Automaticka nstfedna registruje vybrane fyzikalni hodnoty z 20 kruhov5rch pokusn9ch ploch.

Vysoka kola zemedelska v Brne se venuje soustavn9m klirnatologick9m mefenim di 20 let. Na svkch pokusnjrch zemedelsk9ch i lesnich plochich disponuje 25 pozorovacimi stanicemi; nejstargi byla zalo'iena pied 50 lety.

V9sledky dlouhodob9ch pozorovani zpracovava kola pro stanoveni vztahn mezi vkosy plodin, stavem porostil a v9kyvy povetrnostnich podminek.

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Horski Laboratoi V naroenkh klimatick9ch podminkach charakterizovan9ch prudk9mi zmenami teplot, siln9m sluneenim zafenim, mrazem a vetrem je vybudovitna v ie vYke cca 1000 m v Tatranske Strbe (Tatranska Strba) ve, slovenskem pohofi Vysoke Tatry horska zku gebni laboratof. Je soueasti Technickeho a zkugebniho ustavu stavebniho v Bratislava a v pfirozen9ch podminkach sleduje trvanlivost stavebnich materialu, jako jsou napi. cihlafske vkobky, betony, porobetony, synteticke omitkoviny, polyesterove laminaty ei izoldeni folie.

Laboratof za etyfi roky sve einnosti jfi navazala prospe gnou spoluprfici temef se 40 dalgimi fistavy, vysok9ini gkolami a stavebnimi podniky v eels CSSR. Pracovnici laboratoie take sleduji a posuzuji stay vice nei 30 vybranS■ch staveb v prostfedi slovensk9ch Vyso4ch a Nizk9ch Tater (Tatry) i v pohofi Krkonog, ktere tvofi pfirozenou hranici severov9chodnich tech. Posuzuji pfedevgim vhodnost, pouiit9ch materialfi a spravnou volbu konstrukci. V9sledky teto einnosti slouii pfi projektovani dalgich horsk9ch objektii.

U laboratofe je zfizena expozieni plocha, na ktere jsou vystaveny ifeinkum povetrnosti jednotlive zku gebni vzorky.

Laboratoi take disponuje vlastni meteorologickou stanici s automatick9m sberem a zaznamen v gech meteorologick9ch dat. Namefene fidaje - je jich 200 za kaidou hodinu zpracovava pfimo na pracovi gti poeitae: Tiskova agentura ORBIS

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Wednesday, February 27, 1980

SPJST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood

Friday, Feb. 29 — Social and Board of Trustees' meeting, 8 p.m.

Sunday, March 2 •— Lodge meeting, 2:30 p.m.

Friday, March 7 — Social Friday March 14 — Social Saturday, March 151 — Tri-County CB Club Public Dance — !KIST — Lodge No. 13, Dime Box

Saturday, March 1 — Dime Box USA SPJST —

Lodge No. 15, Buckholts Family game night every TuesdaY. Lodge meetings every 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m, SPJST —

Saturday, March 22 — Innovations Saturday, March 29 — The Vrazels SPJST — Lodge No. 35, Elk

Saturday, March 1 — terry and The Melody Five Saturday, March 8—Cen-Tex Playboys Sunday, March 9 — Lodge meeting Saturday, March 15 — Starlites Saturday, March 22 — Billy Uptmore and The Makers Saturday, March 29 — Heart-0Texas Road Gang SPJST — Lodge No. 39, Bryan

Saturday, March 8 — The Vrazels Saturday, March 22 — Country Combinations — SPJST — Lodge No. 47, Seaton

Friday, Feb. 29 — Casuals Saturday, March 1 — American Sunrise Lodge No. 24, Cyclone (Flag Hall) Sunday, March 2 — Lodge and YC Friday, Feb. 29 — Chili supper, meeting, 2 p.m. doors open at 6 p.m.; serving at Friday, March 7 -- RVOS No. 5 7 p.m.; bring games meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 1 — Vrazel Polka Saturday, March 8 — Gilbert Kautz Band Tuesday, March 11 — Choral pracSaturday, March 8 — Cimmarrons tice, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 15 — Country Friday, March 14 — Youth Club Playboys of Gatesville fund-raising project, chili supSaturday, March 22 — Cabla-Tschper, 5 p.m. until ? oerner wedding dance; m/b Jerry Saturday, March 15 — Jerry HaisHaisler and The Melody Five ler and The Melody Five Saturday, March 29 — Dawn Glass Tuesday, March 18 — Trustees' Wednesday, April 2 — Reg. lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m. meeting Friday, March 21 — The Casuals Saturday, March 22 — Wence ShiSaturday, April 5 — No dance Saturday, April 12 — Moeller-Eixmek Orch. man wedding dance; Horizons Tuesday, March 25 — Choral practice, 7:30 p.m.

(Dress Regulations: Dresses and pantsuits for women — men: no blue Jeans) Saturday, March 29 — Louis Pagels' SPJST — anniv. dance; Jodie Jay and The Silvertones Lodge No. 25, Ennis Sunday, March 30 — Lodge and Saturday, March 1 -- Bryant Fostyouth club meetings, 2 p.m.; 50er and The Texas Travelers c/w year pin presentations; paid-up Saturday, March 22 — Czech Harpolicy presentation to Brother vesters Frank Novosad, 96; also an EastSaturday, March 29 — Lonnie Dean er egg hunt and covered dish Saturday, April 5 — American Sunsupper after the meeting rise (Dress Policy: Ladies -- dresses only; Men — Dress aunts only) Saturday, April 26 — Flashbacks Lodge meetings held every second WedSPJST — aesdaY of each month (Dress code enforced)

(New No. for reservations 875-3959) SPJST —

Lodge No. 29, Taylor

Saturday, March 1 — Wedding Saturday, March 8 2-- Wedding Saturday, March 15 — Joe Patek

Lodge No. 54, West

Saturday, March 1 — Private party Sunday, March 9 — Quarterly meeting of Lodge 54, and social„ 3 p.m.

Saturday, March 15 — 50th anniversary reception SPJST —

Lodge No. 66, Waco (Linden Hall) Saturday, March 1 — The Country Drifters Saturday, March 8 — Country Medalion Saturday, March 15 — Sagebrush Saturday, March 22 — Jodie Mikula Orch.

Sunday, March 23 — Lodge meeting, 2:30 p.m. , youth club meeting, 2 p.m.; Easter egg hunt for children Saturday, March 29 — Country Medalion EVERY SUNDAY — GAME NIGHT. 7 SPJST —

Lodge No. 74, Lovelady

Saturday, March 1 — Crockett Westerneers Saturday, March 8 — Silvertones Saturday, March 15 — The Country Combinations Saturday, March 22 — The Music Masters Saturday, March 29 — Night Time Friends GAME NIGHT EVERY THURSDAY, 7:30 P. n1 (Youth Social first Tuesday, each month) (All regular Saturday night dances are, • from 9 pm to 1 a m . The lodge phone number is 544-7200, SPJST

Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi

Saturday, March 1 — Ma,jek Orch.

Thursday, March 13 — Lodge meeting, 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 23 — Hosting Dist.

VII spring meeting. Sausage dinner served from 11:30 to 12:30 Saturday, March 29 — The Pavelke, Band Tuesday, April 8 — Hosting sales representatives' class, 7 to 9 p.m.

SPJST —

Lodge No. 80, Holland

Saturday, March 1 — Debonaires Saturday, March 8 — Private wedding party Saturday, March 15 -- Debone,ires Saturday, March 22 — Moods Monday, March 24 — Board of Trustees' meeting, 7 p.m.

SPJST —

Lodge No. 81, Needville

Sunday, March 2 — Lodge meeting — SPJST — Lodge No. 84, Dallas

Saturday, March 1 — Dance: Jodie Mikula's Band Sunday, March 9 — Lodge 84 Anniversary Dinner and Plogram Saturday, March 15 — Dance: The

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Friday, Feb. 29 — The Guy Loin bardo Orch.

Saturday, March 1 --- The Guy Lombardo Orch.

Friday, March 7 -- The South Texas Bohemia Cowboys Saturday, March 8 — Knights of Dixie Sunday, March 9 — Hosting Dist.

V spring meeting Friday, March 14 — Nick Navarro Orch.

Saturday, March 15 — The Vrazels Saturday, March 22 — Joe Patek • Saturday, March 29 — Ray Jurecka 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 Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth

Sunday, March 9 — Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Thursday, March 13 — Ladies' Circle, 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 15 — KC Dance; m/b Bill Kucera Orch. Public invited SPJST —

Lodge No. 107, Floresville

Sunday, March 2 — Lodge meeting, 4:30 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 130 Dallas & Sokol Zicka

Saturday, March 8 — Mardi Gras music by Harold Strand Orch.

Saturday, March 15 — Jodie Mikula Saturday, March 22 — The Vrazels (sponsored by Lodge 130) (Dress Code: Women — dresses, evening pantsuits Men — coats, leisure suits, shirts inside trousers; no blue leans) – 'PAST —

Lodge No. 142, Houston

Friday, March 14 — Lodge meeting, 8 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth

Saturday, March 8 — Dance: Jerry Max Lane, (C/W) Sunday, March 9 — Monthly meeting, 3 p.m.

Thursday, April 24 — Dance; music

by The Moravanka GAME NIGHT EACH FRIDAY. 7:30 p m•

Lodge No. 155, Austin

Sunday, March 9 — Lodge's 45th Anniv. Celebration at River Oaks Estate Club House, Austin, 2:30 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 156, Baytown

Wednesday, March 12 — Lodge meeting, 7 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 161, Jourdanton

Sunday, March 9 — Lodge quarterly meeting at Bob Wrangler Restaurant, Pleasanton, 11.30 a.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 168, Jourdanton

Sunday, March 2 -- Lodge meeting at Evan Barta's home, Pleasanton, 3 p.m.

SPJST —

Lodge No. 172, Pasadena

Saturday, March 8 — Joe Young Saturday, March 22 — Julius Tupa Saturday, April 5 — Le e Roy Matocha Regular lodge meeting, 2nd Wednesday of each month . Dances: 9 p m to 1 a.m.

Socials every Thursday, 7 p.m , and on Saturdays at 2 p.m. Lod g e location: 911 E. Shaw, Phone 472-93 56 — SPJST — Lodge No. 177, Academy

Saturday, March 1 — Janet Lyn and the 0-W Slicks Saturday, March 8 — The Casuals Saturday, March 15 — The Gentres Saturday, March 22 — American Sunrise Friday, March 28 — The Debonaires Saturday, March 29 — Barry By Ford's Sagebrush

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 ra ggy or dirty clothes, no shorts, halter tops, midriffs or shirt tails out) (All Saturday dances 8 to 12:30. all Friday dances 8 to 12) — SPJST -Lodge No. 178, Longview-Kilgore

FAMILY GAME NIGHTS every Friday and Saturday, 7:00 p.m.

— SPJST — Lodge No. 179, Warrenton

Thursday, March 13 — Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

SPJST

Lodge No. 180, Burleson

Wednesday, Feb. 27 — Trustees' meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 1 --- Texas Tradition Thursday, March 6 — Membersnip meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 8 — Blackie and The Country Gentlemen Saturday, March 15 --- Cactus Cowboys Saturday, March 22 — Country Noblemen Saturday, March 29 — Ramblin Rhythm Saturday, April 5 — Texas Tradition SPJST — Lodge No. 183, Mid-Cities

Sunday, March 9 — Lodge meeting at Arlington Downs Townhouse Clubhouse, on Westview Terrace, off Fielder Rd., 2 p.m.

SPJST — Lodge No. 184, Moulton

Wednesday, March 12 — Lodge meeting and honoring of 50-year member; ladies, br ing covered dish SPJST

Lodge No. 187, Round Rock

Friday, Feb. 29 -- Debonaires Monday, March 10 -- •Lodge meeting and covered dish supper, 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 16 -- Hosting District II meeting and Miss SPJST contest SPJST —

Lodge No. 188, Centerville

Saturday, March 1 — Country Combinations Saturday, March 8 — Night Time Friends Saturday, March 15 — Rockin' Country Sunday, March 16 — Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Monthly meetings every 3rd Sunday, 7:30 P.m.

SPJST

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KRONSKI'S, a mouth watering sausage complimented with sauerkraut and a bun, on pizza, and they're great with beer. Anyway you choose, a KRONSKI (natural hickory smoked sausage) is delicious. This special recipe of our own spices, seasonings, and smoke, has made Kronski's famous for 3 generations.

NOW you can order your KRONSKI'S from anywhere in the USA in 5, 10, or 20 pound boxes for only $2.95 a pound, plus shipping (sales tax for Wyoming residents only). They need no refrigerating for mailing. KRONSKI'S add an extra burst of flavor to holidays, special occasions, picnics, office parties and your favorite meals. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE! Call now TOLL FREE FOR MORE INFORMATION

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ORDER NOW: 1-800-443-3833 (USA) 1-800-442-35,40 in Wyoming. Operators on duty 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Monday-Saturday KRONSKI Corporation, P.O. Box 1539, Rock Springs, WY 82901

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