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

HUMANITY

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST. P. O. Box 100, Temple. Texas 76503 VOLUME 69 — NUMBER 45 1 LISPS — 658480 •NOVEMBER 25, 1981 Mr. Walla is the father of Mrs. Nancy Vayo of Austin, who is a member of Round Rock Lodge No. 187.

Plans To Organize A Czech Band In Dallas Area Willie Walla

Celebrant To Be Honored

Mr. and Mrs.

Joseph V. Bayer, Sr.

Bayer Golden Wedding Anniversary September 26, 1981, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Verne Bayer, Sr., happily celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary with a special Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Floresville, Texas, followed by a dinner reception at SPJST Lodge No. 107 Floresville.

Mr. and Mrs. Bayer, past residents of Wilson County, have called many places home over the past fifty years. They have resided in San Antonio, California, and presently Elgin, Texas; but they decided to celebrate their anniversary in the same church where they were married September 29, 1931, by Father Peter Zarb.

Mrs. Libbie (Svoboda) Bayer was baptized at Sacred Heart as well as their six children — Joseph Verne, Jr., Lawrence Albert,. Alois John, Libbie Ann, Charles William and Thomas Andrew.

The Celebration of the Mass by Father Jeremiah Murphy began at 2 p.m. and, during the Mass, Joseph and Libbie Bayer renewed their marriage vows. Servers were Tim Kolenda and Matthew Polasek, the lector was Libbie Ann Kolenda, the organist was John Donaho, and the ushers were Steve Bayer and Tony Svoboda.

Present were Mr. and Mrs. Bayer's children and their families — Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Bayer of San Antonio, Mr. and Mrs. John Bayer of Kirby, and Mrs, Josepi

Kolenda, Sr. of Floresville, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bayer of Elgin, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bayer of San Antonio; also present included Mr. Emil Svoboda, witness, and his wife, Mrs. Albina Svoboda; two bridesmaids were present, Mrs. Mary McCloskey and Mrs. Lillie Fotik; groomsman present was Mr. Val Bayer, Sr. Joseph Bayer's brothers and sister and their families were also present — Mr. and Mrs. William Vaelavik, Mr. and Mrs. Val Bayer Sr., and Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Bayer; Libbie Bayer's brother and sister and their families attended - Mr. and Mrs. Anton Svoboda and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce McCloskey (all families of Floresville, Wilson County, and surrounding communities).

Many other relatives and friends of Joseph and Libbie joined them to make their anniversary a very happy one indeed, and they would like to extend their thanks and best wishes to all those who attended either in person or in spirit.

In lieu of accepting gifts for their anniversary, Mr. and Mrs. Bayer requested that gifts be donated to charitable organizations of one's own choice.

Joseph and Libbie Bayer will be looking forward to returning to Floresville and Wilson County several times a year to see their relatives and friends, especially at the SPJST Lodge No. 107 of which they are both members over fifty years each.

Libbie Ann Kolenda SPJST Lodge 107

An open house is planned for Mr. Willie Walla of Frelsburg, Texas, who now resides at the Autumn Hills Convalescent Center in Columbus, Texas, for his 100th birthday from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Sunday, December 13 at Sts. Peter and Paul Parish Dining Hall in Frelsburg.

Relatives and friends are invited through the press only.

The family requests no gifts.

Dear Brothers and Sisters: We are in the process of organizing a Czech Band in the Dallas vicinity.

We are looking for a trumpet and/or tenor sax player. We also need a base guitar and/or lead guitar. If you are interested, you must be able to read sheet music or know Czech music by memory.

For more details call John Ondrusek, bandleader, Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 243-6767 or call Jo Ann Kutil anytime after 6 p.m. at 2984370.

Talented Czech Musicians From Prague, Czechoslovakia 77

These young men are touring the United States for six weeks and while being here for Environmental observations through the joint United States and Czechoslovakia government EPAs, they also enjoyed entertaining people while visiting in Ennis, West, Houston and back again in Ennis before their departure for the eastern states and then to their native land. L to R: Vaclav Zak on the violin, Dr. Eduard Brabec on the string bass, Josef Konsal on the accordion, and Jan Sir on the guitar. (Photo courtesy Ennis Da:ly News — Elizabcs. Krt.jk.:

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Wednesday, November 25,1981

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

OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SLAVONIC BENEVOLENT ORDER OF THE STATE OF TEXAS (SPJST) EDITOR - R.J. SEFCIK P.O. BOX 85, WEST, TEXAS 76691 RES. 1204 N. DAVIS STREET Res.: (817) 826-5989 PUBLISHERS: STILLHOUSE HOLLOW PUBLISHERS, INC. P.O. BOX 769 TEMPLE, TEXAS 76503

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. — P.O. BOX 270 — CALDWELL 77836 DISTRICT II — RUBY L. BOLTON 1017 SOUTH 23rd, TEMPLE 76501 DISTRICT V — TOMMY H. LOSTAK P 0 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

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THE DEFINITION OF SUCCESS "To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you lived. This is to have succeeded."

Ralph Waldo Emerson ***

Everyone hears or repeats the stereotyped saying, "Charity begins at home." How about courtesy? Does BY-LAW COMMITTEE SUBSCRIPTION RATE: $10.00 PER JOHN MURPHY, Chmn., 3413 N.E. 29th ST. courtesy begin at home?

YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1981.

By some strange reasoning, we FT. WORTH, TX. 76111. PH: AC 817-838(NONMEMBERS ONLY) 2977 are often displaying unpolished WILLIAM URBANEK, Co.-Chmn., ROUTE 1 - manners at home. We can be so nice BOX 58, ROWENA, TX. 76875. PH: AC 915SUPREME LODGE SPJST to our friends and so rude to the 442-2091 MILDRED HOLEMAN, Sec'y., 1006 homefolks. We can be perfect 520 N. Main St. — Temple, Tx CHANTILLY LANE, HOUSTON, TX. 77018. "darlings" at parties, and an 76503 PH: AC - awkward person at home.

Phone: AC 817 773-1575 If everyone would strive as hard "SALES REPRESENTATIVE P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 to please his family as he does his ASSISTANCE" Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. friends, how different many homes Use Wats Number OFFICERS would be. We often have one code of After Office Hours And/Or Weekends manners for our family and another CALL NICK A. MORRIS for our friends.

State Field Managers: PRESIDENT Silas H. Smith — (817) 756-3427 Every member of the family, even Office Phone: 817-773-1575 Gene McBride — (817)R59-5855 the youngest, who usually has its Home Phone: 817-985-2378 dislikes, which it is his privilege to BERNARD M. GEBALA JANN THOMAS — P 0 BOX 100. TEMPLE, TX care for. To borrow your brother's VICE PRESIDENT 76501 — PHONE AC 817: 773-1575 RES.: 817: best attire or what have you, 939-5924 Office Phone: 817-773-1575 without permission is rude and Home Phone: 817-778-3872 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM lacking in respect for the rights of OTTO HANUS, Curator, RES.: 773-5294 — others.

OFFICE: 773-1575 LEONARD MIKESKA We don't open a letter addressed SECRETARY-TREASURER DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS to some other member of the family; Office Phone: 817-773-1575 DISTRICT I and, similarly, we don't open our Home Phone: 817-778-3720 M ARLENE (HORAK) STRONG — 2600 troubles and family affairs to discuss JERRY MIKULAS, JR. CYPRESS CIRCLE, BRYAN, TX 77801 - AC them with outsiders. Those are perFINANCIAL SECRETARY 713: 775-1538 sonal properties.

Office Phone: 817-773-1575 DISTRICT II There are certain rules that Home Phone: 817-773-2950 FRANK KLINKOVSKY — 1503 E. everyone is expected to know and CENTRAL, TEMPLE, TX 76501 — AC 817: SIDNEY KACIR practice as a part of his daily life.

773-4801 LEGAL ADVISER These rules are called good manners DISTRICT III 817-773-2171 BESSIE PETR — 5406 MORNINGSIDE, or etiquette. The word etiquette P. 0. Box 5220 means label, so, we are constantly DALLAS, TX 75206 — AC 214:826-3557 DISTRICT IV being labeled by our behavior, Temple, Texas 76503 MRS. ED HAISLER — ROUTE 1. either poor, passable, good or excelSEYMOUR, TX 76380 — AC 817: 888-3309 DIRECTORS lent.

DISTRICT V Some of the rules of good manners JOYCE MYNAR — 6319 WOODBROOK, originated many centuries ago. The BEN F. TRCALEK HOUSTON, TX 77008 — AC 713: 862-7939 DISTRICT I custom of shaking hands probably DISTRICT VI Home Phone: 713-272-8146 started with the primitive man Route 3, Caldwell 77836 JANET MAREK P 0 BOX 557 extending his unarmed hand to PIERCE, TX 77467 — AC 715: 543-5087 VITEK HENRY indicate that he did not wish to fight.

DISTRICT VII DISTRICT II Home Phone 512-859-2549 MRS. MAXINE PAVLISKA — ROUTE 2. Likewise, tipping the hat came down P.O. Box 67, Granger 76530 BOX 151, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 — AC from the old days when knights 512: 393-2030 CYRILL (SID) POKLADNIK raised the visor of the helmet to DISTRICT HI reveal his identity to a friend. When UNSOLICITED MATERIALS FOR PUB- hats came in style, instead of Office Phone: 214-741-1874 LICATION CANNOT BE RETURNED UNHome Phone: 214-824-8072 helmets, the gesture of friendship LESS SUFFICIENT POSTAGE IS 2924 Elm St., Dallas 75226 continued to be observed.

ATTACHED. THIS INCLUDES PICSTANLEY BROZ *** TURES. THE EXPENSE OF PUBLISHING DISTRICT IV The concept that prompted the ENGAGEMENT AND WEDDING PICHome Phone: 915-442-3271 editor to mention in this week's TURES MUST BE BORNE BY THE SENDER. Lowake, Tx. 76855 column is about the visitors in your CHANGES OF ADDRESS AND CORRESLOUIS HANUS lodge.

I once took a mutual friend to PONDENCE CONCERNING DELIVERY DISTRICT V OF THE VESTNIK MUST BE SENT TO a beautiful ballroom where the Home Phone: 713-862-6866 2525 West T.C. Jester Blvd., Houston 7700 THE SUPREME LODGE. BOX 100. music was fabulous and everyone TEMPLE, TEXAS 76501. was dressed up for the special MATT S. VANEK PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS AND ADVER- occasion. After the evening's enterDISTRICT VI TISING MATTER SHOULD BE AD- tainment he thanked me for the Home Phone: 512-578-2687 DRESSED TO THE VESTNIK. P 0 BOX 85, cordial invitation and then he went 1009 Northgate, Vietdria, Tx. 77901 WEST, TEXAS 76691.

THELMA HRNCIR DEADLINE FOR MATERIAL TO BE AC- into a rather lengthy conversation DISTRICT VII ,c , EPTED FOR, THE FOLLOWING, ISSUE concerning "visitors in your lodge."

Home Pb. )11e,:;512-241-3114 He alsb 'pFoCeedeil to caipilment IS THURSDAY'.

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the facilities at the location. After some unwise attempt to display one's intelligence, he elaborated on "this place must not have a Visitor's Committee." I stared for a moment with a blank look and asked, "Visitor's Committee, what for?"

Gradually the friend's idea soaked in. He also mentioned that every shopkeeper knows — or should know — that the new customer, the new visitor to his store, is more genuinely affected by courteous service and cordial greeting than he is by the reduction of prices or the glowing claims of advertising matter. The first contact is always a determining factor, and new friends are won and kept by the extraordinary and unique first contact when the visitor is welcomed not as a stranger but as a guest.

During the hustle and bustle to look after our part of the big day affair at the local lodge, we often overlook the visitor among us. From a purely selfish point we are making a grievous error, just as we are making a grievous error from the fraternal point of view. The most valuable asset of any lodge, brothers and sisters, is the membership.

Proper attention to visitors makes one feel that the lodge appreciates his brief visitation and a desire to belong to a lodge of that type is a natural outcome. A visitor of today may be a member of tomorrow, bringing additional friendship, cooperation, and brotherhood into the lodge. *** Speaking of teamwork in lodges, one of our SPJST Brothers was explaining to us'recently how he made a limited supply of iron castings for his own use. He said his secret was to melt together in just the right proportion old scrap iron and new pig iron. The old iron contributed hardness and the new, malleability.

That's the idea: old age and youth, each with a contribution to make.

It's exactly what we need in the lodges' work: stability of mature experience and elasticity of youth.

Mix the young members with the older ones to get the best results.

Good luck! ***

Teenagers and young adults will find it much easier to get a job during the 1980s than was the case in the 1970s, says the American Council of Life Insurance.

That's because of the "baby bust" that followed the post-World War II "baby boom".

During the 1970s, the civilian labor force was inundated with unprecedented numbers of young persons seeking jobs, and unemployment rates were high among teenagers and young adults.

In this decade, however, there will be fewer young entry-level workers seeking employment, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projections. By 1990, the number of youths 16 to 24 in the labor force will be 8 percent lower than it was in 198Q, the Bureau predicts, and they will comprise a smaller proportion of the labor force.

The number of 25- to 54-year-old workers, on the other hand, is expected to rise 31 percent, while those 55 and older will decline by 4 percent. This general pattern is seen as likely to continue into the mid1990s.

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2.-Ilpdating computer files with all members' current addresses.

3. Revamping our mortgage loan program.

4. Providing professional training is more precise appraisal techniques for Directors and the Investment Committee.

5. Obtaining adequate job descriptions and prerequisites for SL members.

6. Establishing a broad scholarship program not connected with the current Youth Program.

Our members and readers surely 7. Taking a hard look at our youth have noticed that the last few issues of program and determining its worth Vestnik have been arriving at your to the Society. address with a white address label in 8. Building a more professional place of the old yellow one. The reason sales force, capable of Estate Planfor this is that our Supreme Lodge has ning, Annuities, and specialized instarted using the computer for surance. addressing your Vestniks, therefore, As you can see, our committee had there ARE SOME MISTAKES. SL to ask some difficult questions as we Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, Jr. sought to come forth with some requests that you notify them of recommendations. The results will incorrect addresses as soon as possible. be reported to you following the SL Write: SL SPJST, P.O. BOX 100, meeting Jan. 11-14. Let your District TEMPLE, TX. 76593.

Director know your feelings about the matters presented.

Fraternally, Thelma Hrncir, Corn. Sec.

SUPREME LODGE

NOTICE

Report of the Corporate Planning Committee

Dear Members of the SPJST: During its October meeting the Supreme Lodge appointed a 5member committee, to be called the Corporate Planning Committee, with the purpose of setting goals for the future of our Society, defining problems and offering possible solutions. The committee was instructed to bring a report back to the SL at its January meeting for its approval and implementation.

Serving on this committee are Bernie Gebala, Leonard Mikeska, Thelma Hrncir, Sid Pokladnik and Ben Trcalek. The committee met on Nov. 15-16 at the SL Building and spent two days striving to do the job it was charged with. A follow-up meeting with our Actuary, David Huff, and our Legal Advisor, Sidney Kacir, is scheduled for Dec. 4.

All of the members on the committee are of the opinion that you members would be interested in hearing about the direction that our research, and deliberations are taking and instructed me to send you this report through the Vestnik.

Change is ahead. The future of our Society will be determined by the changes implemented with the full support of our governing body and the entire membership. Our slogan for the decade ahead is: Promote Fraternalism Through Change.

Compared to many fraternal societies, the SPJST is in an enviable position. This is not to say that from a marketing standpoint things are going great. They are not.

However, it is our opinion that, with changes in our approach, the SPJST can experience a greatly increased growth pattern. This cannot be accomplished without some serious planning and without some changes.

But the potential exists, provided some problem areas are ironed out.

Our long-range goals, plans, and recommendations will touch the following eight areas: 1. Encouraging lodge members to participate in charitable and community endeavors resulting in due recognition by the entire Society.

—SPJST---

District VI Fall Meeting October 11, 1981 The fall meeting of District VI SPJST was held in Taiton October 11, 1981 with Lodge No. 30 Taiton as host.

The meeting was called to order

by President Rita Vanek at 1 p.m.

District Flag Bearer Vicki Dorotik presented the colors and led everyone in the Pledge to the Flag.

A welcome was extended by Lodge 30 President Mary Mrnustik.

She also introduced the rest of the Taiton lodge officers.

A response was given by District 1st Vice President Linda Rubesh.

President Vanek stated that the meeting would be dedicated to deceased Legal Adviser Rueben Lesikar. There was a moment of silence in tribute to all our deceased members.

Twelve lodges responded to the roll call of lodges.

District VI 2nd Vice President Frank Zabransky introduced District VI Director Matt Vanek.

President Vanek stated that since the minutes were printed in the Vestnik, she would entertain a motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes and accept them as they were printed. Joe Nezval so moved and Ardis Bacak seconded.

The motion passed.

District Treasurer Anton Kelner gave the following report: March 1, 1981 there was a balance of $1,416.27. With an income of $1,532.33 and expenses of $1,808.00 that left a balance of $1,140.60 October 1, 1981. In the General Expense Fund there was a balance of $220.54 March 1, 1981. Income was $400, expenses $175 leaving a balance balanc eOctobert) 1 of $445.54.

District Secretary Elaine Berkovsky followed with the reading of correspondence. A letter was read from the Supreme Lodge which said that Director Matt Vanek would serve as the Supreme Lodge representative at the district meetings to cut down on expenses. A letter was also read from Vestnik Editor Rudy Sefcik sending his regrets for not being able to attend the meeting due to a previous commitment to District V. He also congratulated the youth from District VI on winning the State Royalty contest..

All officers responded to the roll call of officers and absences from the convention standing committees were as follows: Sophie Dybala-Publication Committee and Pauline Kalina-Substitute By-Law Committee.

District Youth Counselor Janet Marek presented the youth program. From El Campo there was Michelle Srubar dancing to "Robert E. Lee", Rudy Laitkep playing "In the Mood" on the xylophone, a group of girls performing a skit on phone calls and the entire club singing two songs. Hilije Youth Club had Michelle Bacak doing a dance and then performing in a skit with Linda and Theresa Kulcak, along with some special guests from the audience. State Queen Kelly Korenek gave her winning speech "Why I am Proud to be an American".

After the program, Youth Counselor Marek gave her report. She stated the youth clubs had many activities and they all had a rewarding time. She, along with Assistant Kathy Ohstrum, attended a leadership workshop. They had 58 attending camp and, for the first time, had an educational tour of Austin with 72 attending. The District YAD was good and District VI was well-represented at the State Royalty contest. A new youth club was organized in Hilije with Mr. and Mrs. James Bacak as leaders.

She concluded with a list of costs for activities.

Eddie Vrana moved that Erwin Holy be reappointed as Rest Home Director until our spring meeting when elections will be held. Annie Mae Merta seconded it and the motion passed.

Rest Home Director Erwin Holy gave his report on the rest homes.

He said repairs were constantly being made. New vans and station wagons were obtained for—the homes. There was some hail damage at the Taylor home and a new roof was needed at Needville. The rest homes were full and the directors were happy with the administrators at each home. There was a meeting to be held in December pertaining to a new wing in Needville.

Matt Vanek, District VI Director, followed with his report. He spoke on the loss of Attorney Reuben Lesikar and that a replacement would be found at the coming meeting of the Supreme Lodge.

Director Vanek asked all sales representatives present to rise and 15 responded. He said through September, District VI had sold insurance amounting to $1,440,000.00. He explained that to be able to win one of the prize trips the sales representatives name will be put in a pot once for every $1,000 in premiums. Director Vanek complimented Youth Counselor Marek and said that the scholarship winner 4

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will be on the 1982 SPJST calendar instead of the state queen. There are over 56,000 members in SPJST and everyone's certificate is now on a computer. The museum is in the basement in the Supreme Lodge building and anyone wishing to contribute to the museum may do so.

There are 11,273 Vestnik subscriptions. Through September of 1981 the postage on the Vestnik was $35,030 and the publishing was $37,875. Director Vanek said that in the 1930's the SPJST had some loans in the valley. Since then the land has been sold but the SPJST retained some of the mineral rights, so, for the past nine months, $86,000 was received for royalties on 3,000 acres. The SPJST history is almost complete. Lodges have received refunds of $160,000 and member refunds have amounted to $223,000.

There is $147 million insurance in force and over $30 million in assets.

Lodge 186, Caldwell has a new lodge hall with a Grand Opening October 25, 1981. The State Board of Insurance audited the books at the Main Office and so far $18,222 had been paid to the auditors. Director Vanek concluded by saying there would be no money available for loans until January 15, 1982.

Under old business, the subject of how to get more lodges to host the district meetings was again discussed. Leona Macha reported from her committee studying the district Mils that the present R&Rs state we have two district meetings a year but does not state the amount of money given to the host lodge.

The Supreme Lodge By-Laws have $400 going to each district for General Expense Fund with $75 being given to the host lodge for each district meeting. Mary Mrnustik moved that District VI continue with two meetings a year.

Erwin Holy seconded it and motion passed.

Under new business, President Rita Vanek, asked if District VI could purchase or have a flag stand made for the U.S. flag. Anton Kelner made a motion to purchase a flag stand with Joe Nezval seconding.

Motion passed.

Joe Nezval stated some of his lodge members were receiving their Vestnik late so he had contacted the necessary individuals to correct this.

A Nominating Committee composed of Melvin Marek, Joe Nezval and Eddie Vrana was appointed.

Activity reports were given from the following lodges: East Bernard, Taiton, Hallettsville, Sweet Home and El Campo.

President Vanek said that anyone or any lodge wishing to leave a remembrance for Reuben Lesikar should give a donation to the Heart Association or to one of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes.

Lodge No. 63, Sweet Home, will host the spring district VI meeting.

Members were asked to look at some of the scrapbooks brought by the youth clubs.

President Vanek said the district books would be audited as soon as possible.

Linda Rubesch moved for adjournment and Joe Nezval seconded it. The motion passed and the meeting was adjourned.

Elaine F. Berkovsky District VI Secretary :

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District VII Director's Report Dear Readers: It was my pleasure to attend the monthly meeting of Corpus Christi Lodge No. 79 Wednesday evening, November 11. The business meeting was ably conducted by the president, Brother Frank Veselka. Other officers include vice president Brother Monta Foster, secretary Mrs. Dorine Munson, financial secretary Mrs. Millie Elzner, treasurer Mrs. Peggy Tepera and reporter Brother John Stasa.

This being Veterans Day, the members stood for a moment of silence in respect for those who have served our country in time of war.

Lodge No. 79 has recently made a donation of $250 to each of our S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes. This money will be used to purchase a particular item in the lodge's name. I feel this is a very generous gift and I know the guests at our rest homes will benefit from their generosity for years to come.

At the conclusion of the meeting, I was given the opportunity to say a few words. I appreciated the memberships' interest and attention as we discussed the forthcoming SPJST history, the status of real estate loans and other Society business.

Plans for Christmas were discussed and all the activities sound interesting. I know their members will want to attend and enjoy each function. The Christmas Party, planned for December 20 at 5 p.m., will include members of SVPS and Sokol. About 400 bags of fruit and goodies will be distributed. A covered dish supper will be served, the Czech Singers will sing, and Sokol members will perform. A visit

by Santa Claus will cap off the evening's activities.

The lodge will hold its annual meeting followed by the election of officers December 9 at 7 p.m. A sale of a basket of assorted gifts from local merchants and individuals will be held at a later meeting in the spring. The president urged all the members to attend the annual meeting and the Christmas social.

I enjoyed the fellowship of this good group of fraternalists and welcomed the opportunity to meet a few more members of Lodge No. 79 whom I had not met before. Thank you, Lodge No. 79, for inviting me to your meeting. May the year ahead be filled with continued growth!

Fraternally, Mrs. Thelma Hrncir - SPJST -

Very Important Issues Transacted

By Cyclone Lodge Members Dear Members: Our meeting of Lodge No. 24 was called to order by President Dan Sebek.

The flag was presented by Neal Hoelscher and Melanie Zavodny who also led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We then remained standing for our deceased members, Sister Anna Milan, Brother Paul Wychopen, Brother Rudolph Stepan. We also stood in tribute to all our veterans since our meeting

was held on Veterans' Day. On our sick list are Sister Frances Motl, Brother Jerry Cabla Sr., and Sister Helen Spanhel who had surgery. To them, and any member who may be ill, a speedy recovery.

Correspondence was read by Secretary Nelda Marek and thank you notes from Sister Anna Milan, Brother Paul Wychopen and Brother John C. Stepan families for the floral arrangements.

New members accepted were: Gary Vrazel signed up by Sales Representative Nelda Marek, Ashley Rieve signed up by SR Doris Svoboda and Barbara Richards and Glenn Richards signed up by SR from another lodge.

The Rules and Regulations were read at our last meeting. Chairman David Vanicek presented a way to properly vote on them and the membership chose this way; to print the Rules and Regulations and the changes in the Vestnik at least 30 days at which time they will be voted on and the date was decided at the January 13 meeting. Here are the SPJST Lodge No. 24 Rules and Regulations and the changes: SPJST LODGE NO. 24 RULES AND REGULATIONS ARTICLE I The lodge reserves the right to sell refreshments to any undertaking or meeting.

ARTICLE II All workers must obey the Texas Liquor Laws. No minors allowed behind the bar.

ARTICLE III (a) All parties using the kitchen in preparing or serving meals must pay a charge of $10.00 for the first 5 hours. (b) Kitchen or hall will open at the discretion of the hall manager. (c) All parties using the kitchen must clean it to satisfaction of hall manager before leaving the premises. (d) Parties or organizations using the property are responsible for damage to the property or loss of any belongings of the lodge.

Proposed to add the following: (e) Name of hall manager ARTICLE IV Free drinks are allowed to be served by parties until 7 p.m. Such free drinks must cease promptly at 7 p.m. and must be removed from the premises or be stored in the lodge storeroom.

ARTICLE V All general called meetings of local SPJST sales representatives or local SPJST clubs or civic organizations working for the betterment of the lodge, community, county, or state in general are booked by the hall manager free of charge. There will be no charge for cleaning the hall if such groups clean the premises to the satisfaction of the management. The bar will remain open.

ARTICLE VI For showers, members of SPJST Lodge No. 24 may rent the hall for $15 and non-members at the rate of $30. No charge for cleaning fee, but the hall must be left to the satisfaction of the hall manager. Family reunions will pay $75 for the use of the hall and kitchen. The kitchen must be cleaned to the satisfaction of the hall manager. The hall will be open at the discretion of the hall manager. Reunions must pay for the cleaning.

Last sentence of above article VI to be changed to read as follows: Reunions must pay $25 for cleaning.

ARTICLE VII Individuals, organizations, or companies using the hall for free entertainment or advertising purposes will be charged a minimum of $125.

Companies must pay $45 for cleaning the hall and $10 for the use of the kitchen, or at the discretion of the hall manager for smaller occasions.

ARTICLE VIII If law officers are needed for any occasion, it is left to the discretion of the hall manager.

ARTICLE IX (a) If the lodge has a band booked, the lodge will take the loss, if any occurs. For wedding dances, the lodge will give 50% of the net profit from the floor if one or both are members of the SPJST Lodge 24 not to exceed $75. The lodge will give 35% of the net profit from the floor if neither one is a member of Lodge 24, not to exceed $50. If the Saturday night is open, the couple has a choice of bands; however, they must suffer the loss from the floor if any occurs. (b) The charge for use of the hall for a punch and cake reception is $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers. If a dance is sponsored and if the kitchen is used, charges will be in accordance with Article III. All charges must be taken out of the percentage to be paid to the couple. If a meal is served and a dance is held, the kitchen must be cleaned by 7 p.m. Hall fee is $100 plus $10 for the kitchen for members, $125 plus $10 for the kitchen for non-members. (c) All weddings and anniversaries must abide by the rules of the lodge.

ARTICLE X All chairpersons must keep written financial records of income and expenses and such records be ready for the Audit Committee on a 6 month basis.

ARTICLE XI All workers must pay for drinks and food they consume.

ARTICLE XII (a) No member may hold more than one paid office in the lodge.

This provision excludes all paid committees. (b) No lodge officer can be an agent for any other life insurance company.

Article XII (a) to be changed to read as follows: No member may hold more than one paid office in the lodge. This provision includes all paid committees.

ARTICLE XIII (a) Members who have their certificates paid up can qualify as full benefit members by paying the local lodge dues, and as defined in the Society's by-laws. They may: (1) Vote (2) Hold any office (3) Be a delegate (b) A wreath of flowers or a memorial fund up to $20 is authorized in memory of every deceased member. A resolution should be sent to the Vestnik.

Article XIII(b) to be changed to read as follows: A wreath of flowers or a memorial fund up to $30 is authorized in memory of every deceased member.

A resolution should be sent to the Vestnik.

ARTICLE XIV No furniture or appliance will be loaned out to any individual unless approved by the members in a regular meeting.

ARTICLE XV The seven (7) trustees shall serve staggered terms as follows: 4 trustees to serve 1 year term 3 trustees to serve 2 year terms At the trustee meetings, only the seven trustees are eligible to vote.

Article XV above is clarified to read as follows: For 1982, the seven (7) trustees shall serve staggered terms as follows: 4 trustees to serve 2 year terms 3 trustees to serve 1 year terms At the trustee meetings, only the seven trustees are eligible to vote.

ARTICLE XVI' will be All chairpersons responsible for their work rosters.

ARTICLE XVII These rules and regulations will be considered prior to the beginning of each calendar year for necessary changes. The president and vicepresident will appoint a committee to recommend any needed changes.

ARTICLE XVIII Dress policy is to be no hot pants, halter tops, or hats admitted in the hall during dances.

The following sentence to be added to Article XVIII above: (Blue jeans will be permitted if neatly dressed.)

ARTICLE XIX A member attending a majority of the lodge meetings per calendar year is qualified to hold any elected office, position, or any appointed committee.

ARTICLE XX The president and vice-president must appoint a committee of nonsalaried members to consider once a year all salaries.

ARTICLE XXI The board of trustees has the right to spend up to $1,000; if more, it must be approved by the lodge members.

ARTICLE XXII All outgoing officers and chairpersons must have their books audited and turn in all books, bank statements, supplies, keys, etc. to the new officer or chairperson at the end of their term.

The following article to be added to the by-laws: ARTICLE XXIII These By-laws may be amended by a 2/3 majority vote in a regular meeting provided that the members are given a 30-day notice of the proposed amendment.

These articles to be voted on at the January 13, 1982 meeting.

Committee: David Vanicek Marvin Wilde Ben Tyroch Plans were made for our Christmas social; it will be held Sunday, December 13 at 4 p.m. We will have turkey and dressing plus all the trimmings. Ladies are asked to bring sweets. Sister Carol Chervenka and Sister Louise Zavodny are in charge of the food.

We will have a program following the meal presented by the youth.

The youth club members will exchange gifts and if you have a child who doesn't belong, you may wish to bring a gift for that child.

Wednesday, November 25, 1981 — VESTMK/5 Sister Arleen Tschoerner will be in charge of getting and packaging the packages which will be handed out.

Youth Leader Kelli Andel gave us a report. They will be going to a movie November 19 for their social this month. For further news look in the Youth Section for a letter from the youth reporter, Sonia Castillo.

We discussed the New Year's Eve dance. These were the decisions made to sell advance tickets but no reservations and we will limit the tickets that we will sell so we won't be overcrowded; tickets will be $5 a person and we will have hats/horns and traditional black-eyed peas. In charge of cooking the peas will be Sisters Irene Hoelscher, Pat Sebek and Pat Vanicek.

Chairman Charlie Waits of the Salary Committee presented the salaries they proposed and brought to the members' attention to be approved.

We then went into our election of officers. These officers were elected: President Dan Sebek, Vice President Eugene Haisler, Secretary Pat Vanicek, Treasurer E. J. Geistman, Financial-Secretary Doris Svoboda, Reporter Bernice Sebek, Youth Leader Carol Chervenka, Assistant Youth Leader Shirley Waits.

These were elected as chairmen in various departments: Bar — Raymond Coots, Cleanup — Milton and Martha Zavodny, Kitchen—Irene Hoelscher, TicketL. B. Haisler, Booking—E. J. Geistman.

Four Board of Trustees' members were going out and these were elected to the positions: Billy Smetanka, David Vanicek, Charlie Waits and Marvin Wilde.

Those having birthdays were: Brother Jerry Zavodny, Brother Jerry Cabla Jr., Brother Edwin Marek, Sister Linda Smetanka, and youth member, John Paul Chervenka.

Anniversary celebrants included: Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Malcik, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Zavodny, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Wilde. To all of these and all members celebrating these occasions. Best Wishes!

The youth members held the drawing for the tickets they sold and here are the winners: Frank 1) Case of sodawater Castillo 2) Case of beer — W. J. Lukas 3) Punch bowl — Rodney Posvar 4) $25.00 -- Minnie Jurcak 5) Lamp and holder — Ronald Kaulfus The youth members selling the most tickets were awarded prizes: 1st place went to Melanie Zavodny, and for 2nd place there was a tie between Kim Schneider and John Paul Chervenka.

Door prizes were won by Joe Sebek, Lorene Haisler, Denise Posvar and Craig Waits.

Our next lodge meeting will be held Wednesday, December '9 at 7:30 p.m.; a social and happy hour will follow.

Bernice Sebek Reporter -SPJST

Cottonwood Lodge Sets Date For Annual Meeting Dear Readers: Lodge No 6 held its meeting Fri-

day, November 6 at 8 p.m.

President Dobecka called the meeting to order by Itaving Terry and Keith Hykel recite the Pledge to the United States Flag. Terry then led the membership in saying the SPJST Pledge.

One officer and Hall Chairman Brother Al Shuetz were not present.

(Brother Shuetz was on the sick list.)

Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes of the previous meeting.

They were approved as read.

Brother George Straten gave his financial report.

Sister Willie Mae Shuetz gave the hall report for Brother Shuetz. She also gave the calendar of coming events.

In the youth report it was reported that the youth members will go to the West Rest Home November 11. It was also reported that 33 youth members and adults went to Six Flags; also some went to the State Fair on Czech Day; six of the youngsters attended District III meeting in Fort Worth; a Halloween Party was held Friday, October 30; and the youth members will present a Christmas program Sunday, December 20 and they will also sell tickets on items for Christmas to raise some money.

Birthdays for the month are: Cheryl Brem, Marvin Mynar, Damon Perez, Andy Grmela and Darrell Uptmor. Delton Stuckly brought the cake.

In the Board of Trustees' report, Brother Straten reported work will start on the lodge. Frames will be made to put all the pictures back on the wall. He will present a drawing showing plans to enlarge the kitchen.

President Dobecka reported on the District III meeting. There were 3 adults and six youth members who attended from the lodge. Lodge No. 6 will host the District III spring meeting.

There were no new members, except additional insurance taken out by Josie Mae Straten.

In the kitchen report turkeys with all the trimmings will be served for the Christmas Party.

Sister Dobecka reported on the Card Committee.

The $10 progressive door prize was Patricia Yastic and the other one was Henry Lander Jr.; neither was present. The $2 door prize was won by Elton Stuckly Jr. The next Board of Trustees' meeting will be held Friday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m. Our lodge meeting will be held Sunday, December 6 at 3 p.m. with election of officers.

Fraternally yours, Dee Dee Dobecka - SPJST

_ Lodge No. 50, El Campo Christmas Party

Dear Members, It is the Holiday Season again!

Therefore, make plans to attend the December meeting of Lodge No. 50, SPJST, El Campo: Quarterly meeting - election of officers - Christmas Party, December 2, 1981 - 7 o'clock p.m. at American Legion Auxiliary Building, turkey dinner with trimmings will be served. Santa Claus will make a visit!

Members of Lodge 50, with paid-

up premiums and local lodge dues, will be admitted with no charge.

There will be a cover charge of $3.50 for each guest who is not a member of Lodge 50.

Please make your reservations by December 1, 1981, so we will know how many to prepare for. Call 5436220 after 4:30 p.m.

SEE YOU AT THE MEETING! Fraternally, Rita J. Vanek, President -SPJST-

Lodge No. 51 Sets Meeting Date

Ellinger,

Dear Members: Exactly twelve months ago I stressed the importance of attending lodge meetings, and, especially, the annual meetings.

Today I am again stressing the importance as well as, the obligation of each member. It is your privilege and obligation to attend the lodge meetings.

The annual meeting of Lodge 51 will be held at the Ellinger Fire Department Building Wednesday, December 9th, 1981, at 7 p.m. Your officers will need to be elected at this meeting. There are many other matters that need to be discussed.

Is it possible for you to arrange your schedule so that you would be able to attend this one and a very important meeting? For example: I wonder how many of you who read this article know who your president is, or who is your lodge vicepresident, or your secretary or treasurer or financial secretary?! Do you know who is on the financial auditing committee?

I'll be seeing you Wednesday, December 9th, at 7 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Department Building. Yes? Fraternally, D. A. Juren, Sec. -SPJST-

Worth Lodge No. 92 Schedules Christmas Party/ Meeting Ft.

Our November meeting was wellattended and all business was conducted by President Albert Kubala.

We stood in a moment of silence for Brother Robert Ruzicka who passed away October 30. He will be missed by everyone because he was active in the lodge and attended meetings regularly. He was past president and a past manager of our lodge. We express our sympathy to his wife Minnie and family. May he rest in peace.

We were happy to have Mary Hejny, mother of Helen Kubala, with us and hope to see her again.

The Youth Club left to play PuttPutt Golf and said they had a good time.

Memorials were given in memory of Robert Ruzicka by Roy and Lydia Alholm, John and Vickie Murphy, Elmer and Liz Howard, Carl, Christine and Shirley Zich, Dick and Martha Durham, Richard, Mary and Raymond Hubenak, Bennie Bartek, Mike and Helen Paprskar, Rose and Frances Jaworksi; memorials in memory of Johnny Kratky by Elmer

and Liz Howard, Carl, Christine and Shirley Zich, Albert and Helen Kubala.

Congratulations to David and Bernadette Holford who are parents of a boy, Bobby Wayne, born November 4, grandparents are Frank and Marie Tesar; also Larry and Tara Kubala who are parents of a girl, Codi Rhea, born November 5, grandparents are Albert and Helen Kubala.

Vlasta Dolkos is in Meadowbrook Nursing Home and said she missed not being able to attend meetings and see everyone.

The lodge will have a polka dance at the hall Saturday, November 28 with music by the Henry Rejcek orchestra from Ennis. Ladies please bring cakes for the youth for the cake walk.

Due to a rental at the hall on the 13th of December, our next meeting will be held Sunday, December 20 beginning at 10 p.m. and the Christmas program will start promptly at 6 p.m.; also anyone participating in the program should be at the hall no later than 5:30 p.m.

The ladies are asked to bring cookies for the program, and Santa's helpers will be needed the morning of December 20th, at 9 a.m. to prepare the bags of goodies. The Youth Club will also decorate the tree in the morning.

I hope all of you have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Fraternally, Mary Ann Krivanek Reporter -SPJST-

of Officers Slated for Schulenburg Lodge Election

Lodge No. 67 will hold its meeting and also have election of officers for the coming year Sunday, December 6,1981 at the American Legion Hall, starting at 2 p.m.

We will also have a little social after the meeting, so we are asking the members to bring sandwiches or pastries and the lodge will furnish the refreshments.

Fraternally, Emil Pesek -SPJST-

Hallettsville Lodge Elects 1982 Officers Dear Members: Sunday, November 8, 1981, our Lodge No. 4 met at the Grant Building. The meeting was called to order by President Frank Zabransky, followed by the Pledge to the Flag led by Tommy Holy and Gary Chudej, youth club members.

Minutes of the previous meeting were read by Corresponding Secretary Erwin Holy which were approved. Communications were then read.

Co-Youth Leader Gaynelle Chudej reported on the Youth Club. They are planning to have some Christmas games at the next meeting and there will be a visit from Santa Claus. December birthday celebrants will also be remembered.

Treasurer Helen Zabransky gave a report.

Election of officers followed with the present officers being elected by acclamation: President Frank Zabransky, Vice-President Linda

6/VESTNfK — Wednesday, November 25, 1981 Mikush, Corresponding Secretary Erwin Holy, Financial-Secretary Hilmer Galetka, Treasurer Helen Zabransky, Co-Youth Leaders Evelyn Holy and Gaynelle Chudej, Reporter Patsy Zabransky.

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

Winner of the November birthday cake was Janelle Chudej. Mrs. Vernon Zak won the adult door prize; and Melissa Holy, the youth door prize.

Our next meeting will be held Sunday, December 13 at the Grant Building, beginning at 2 p.m. The Youth Club will have Christmas games and Santa Claus will visit with us. December birthdays will be honored. Lunch will be served as usual. Make plans to attend!

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter

-SPJST-

No. 47, Seaton Star

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Our November monthly meeting, which also was our annual election month was well-attended. President Alfred Klusacek called the meeting to order, followed by Flagbearers Nora Skrabanek and Mark Tepera leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes were read by our secretary, as well as the roll call of officers, sales representatives and committee chairmen. All the officers and chairpersons gave satisfactory reports. Correspondence consisted of a Thank You letter from Mr. and Mrs. Ed Billeck who celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary recently.

Visitors were: Ann Balusek, Otto Hanus and Harvey Polivka, husband of our member Rose Polivka who reside in Manitowac, Wisconsin and are visiting in the Temple area for a couple of weeks. We are always happy to have visitors and welcome all of you. Rose and Harvey, hope you can come to sunny Texas again, except I believe it was raining most of the time you were here. The sun does shine occasionally. We just have had an unusual amount of rain this fall.

New members accepted into our lodge were: Melissa Ann Bravenec, Janet Jean Mabry, Cynthia Denise Bravenec, Jacqueline Loraine Finney, John Harrison Paruzinski (2 policies), Gary Wayne Lock, Adeline E. Kohutek, Annie Mae Hejl. Hope all of you can come and participate in our lodge activities.

Reported on the sick list were: Clara Hejl, Julie Sirny, Ella Macek, Cleo Nichols, Lanna Farmer, Betty Mikulas, and Preston Pagel. We wish all of you a speedy recovery.

Our new officers elected for the year 1982 are as follows: PresidentJerry Pechal; Vice President-Calvin Skrabanek; Secretary-Delores Skrabanek; Treasurer-Henry Mares; Financial Secretary-Willie Kohutek; Parliamentarian-Anton Motl and Youth Leader-Mike Wilson. Two new trustees elected were: J. D. Chlapek and Dan Balusek.

Reporters re-elected were: Czech Reporter-Annie Jakubec; English Reporter-Adeline Kohutek, Woodrow Marek was re-elected to the Audit Committee.

A special Thank You to Woodrow Marek for replacing a swinging door and to Raymond Mikeska for donating a barrel for burning garbage; also a special Thanks to: Woodrow Marek, Calvin Skrabanek, Dolores Skrabanek, Emil Hejl, Francis Hejl, Eugene Hejl, Jerry Pechal, David Pechal, J. D. Chlapek, Elmer Skrabanek, and Anton Vitek for coming out to help on cleanup day.

Sister Dorothy Pechal will be in charge of New Year's ticket sales.

Jerry Haisler and Melody 5 will be playing at our New Year's Eve dance this year.

Youth Leader Shirley Patterson gave a very good youth club report; we will miss you, Shirley, as youth leader. You have done a good job but with your teaching duties-a person can do just so much!

Birthdays celebrated in November are: Jerry Pechal, Ace Chlapek, Matilda Sefcik, and Jerry Trampota.

Happy Birthday to all of you. Anniversaries are: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Janacek, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Hejl, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Spanhel, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Mares, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Stuteville and Mr. and Mrs. Anton Vitek. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Hester had celebrated their 50th anniversary Oct. 29. Congratulations to all of you. We wish you many more years of wedded bliss.

Premium checks were read by our secretary. Door prizes were won by Annie Shenkir and Annie Chupik.

Until our next meeting, which will be Sunday, December 6, I am, Fraternally, Adeline Kohutek Reporter.

SPJST

Election Results of Needville Lodge Dear Members and Friends: Our meeting at Lodge No. 81 held November 5 was called to order by President Charlie Matcek promptly at 1 p.m. All recited the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag and remained standing in silence as a tribute to our Sister Alvina Heideman, who passed away Saturday, November 7.

May she rest in peace and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family.

All officers answered the roll call.

Minutes were read by Secretary Mary Werner. Financial Secretary Aleene Zwahr gave her report.

Willie Mae Kuykendal gave the treasurer's report. Special Fund Treasurer Gilbert Walzel also gave his financial report and reported on the activities at the hall. All of these reports were accepted.

The revised Rules and Regulations were accepted as presented.

Reported on the sick list were Brother Bill Kocurek and Paul Kocurek. We wish both of you a speedy recovery.

We were happy to have, with us, Brother Louis Hanus, our District V director.

A motion was made to bring fruit to the residents at the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. II at Christmastime.

The following officers will serve in 1982: President Charlie Matcek, Vice President Edwin Susan, Secretary Mary Werner, Financial-Secretary Aleene Zwahr, Treasurer Willie Mae Kuykendal, Special Fund Treasurer Gilbert Walzel.

Others serving in 1982 include: Memorial Fund — Winnifred Susan, Hall Manager/Custodian -- Gilbert Walzel Rules and Regulations Committee Benita Walzel, Winnie Susan, Victor Werner Board of Trustees — Herbert Nowotny, Victor Werner, Benita Walzel Resolution Committee — Mary Werner, Mary Matcek, Winnie Susan Reporter — Lillie Teykl Audit Committee — Herbert Nowotny, Vlasta Nowotny, Victor Werner Entertainment — Victor Werner, Willie Mae Kuykendal, Benita Walzel, Winnie Susan, Gilbert Walzel Register Members/Guests -Mary Matcek Lodge Historian — Vlasta Nowotny, Vlasta Hurta Bar Manager — Edwin Susan Assistant Manager — Stanley Slacalek Send Get-Well Cards — Matilda Slacalek Parliamentarian — Herbert Nowotny.

Kitchen Committee — Vlasta Nowotny, Vlasta Hurta, Mary Matcek, Matilda Slacalek Refund checks were handed out and the recipient of the attendance prize was Benita Walzel.

There being no further business the meeting adjourned. A social hour followed. Everyone enjoyed a good "svacina" and good fellowship.

See you at our next meeting Sunday, December 8.

Fraternally, Lillie Teykl Reporter -SPJST__

Election of Officers/ Dinner Set By New Tabor Lodge Dear Readers: Lodge No. 17, Novy Tabor, held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on November 8, 1981.

We accepted one new member, Lori Rinegar.

The lodge will hold its yearly Memorial Service and Supper on December 6, 1981. The Memorial Service will be at 6:00 p.m. followed by a turkey and dressing supper.

Turkey and dressing with all the trimmings will be furnished; ladies of the lodge are asked to bring the sweets.

Our next meeting will be at 2:00 p.m. on Dec. 6, 1981. We will have election of new officers.

Fraternally, Betty Suehs Reporter

-SPJST-

Members of Hungerford!

Attention

Brothers and Sisters of Lodge No. 58: We will have our Christmas Party and meeting on Sunday, December 13 at the Hungerford. Community Hall. The meeting will start at 1:30 p.m. This is a very important meeting because we have a lot of business to take care of as well as the election of officers for the coming year. Once again we want to say thank you to all our present officers for the great job they have

done this past year.

Then at 3:15 p.m. Santa Claus will make a visit once again to talk and visit with everyone, young and old and to hand out bags of goodies to everyone.

Once again we ask all the ladies to please bring something for refreshments, such as sandwiches, cakes, cookies, chips or whatever you wish.

The lodge will furnish coffee, tea, cups, plates and napkins.

Everyone please mark this date on your calendar and make every effort to attend this very important meeting and party. This gives all a chance to visit with our friends that we may not see very often, and what better time to visit than now!

Remind the other members of the lodge to come when you see them or talk to them.

Hoping to see all of you there.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to Everyone!

Fraternally, Pauline Kalina

-SPJST-

Results of Lodge No. 25, Ennis Meeting

Dear Members and Friends: Our November meeting was called to order by our President Van Fowler. This important meeting was well-attended by 52 members. Garry Mizell led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance.

No deaths were reported. On the sick list is John Laza. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Sister Margaret Krajca, reporting secretary, read the minutes of the last meeting and these were approved as read. The minutes of the last executive meeting were also read and approved.

Treasurer Louis Kudrna made a favorable financial report.

President Van Fowler read another report on rules about Game Night for those lodges participating.

A Thank-You note was read from the Lesikar family by Sister Krajca.

Brother Albert Haskovec made a motion to raise the salaries of the officers; also a raise for the Clean-up Committee, these raises were approved.

These are the nominees for Mr. and Mrs. SPJST: Van and Pat Fowler, Eugene Jakubik, Al Gurecky, James and Winnie Whitfill, and Charlie and Annie Trojacek. The announcement will be made at the December meeting.

Sister Linda Trojacek made a motion to have a Christmas Party for the members. This motion was immediately approved. Each family should bring a vegetable or salad dish and a pastry; meat and drinks will be furnished by the lodge.

Members voted to have chicken. The party will be December 6, beginning with the meal at 1 p.m. The Youth Club will have their annual tree with gifts furnished by the lodge. Mark this date on your calendar so you won't miss this party.

On the list of new members: adding on insurance were Mary Jakubik and Karen R. Honza.

Congratulations!

The following are the new officers for 1982: President—James Whitfill (nominees: James Whitfill and Gerald Macalik); Vice-President -Linda Trojacek; Recording Secretary —Kay Kovar; Financial Secretary—Margaret Krajca

Wednesday, November 25, 1981 — VESTNIK /7 (Nominees: Margaret Krajca and Cathy Snodgrass); Treasurer— Albert Haskovec; Youth Leader— Betty Macalik.

Congratulations to all these new officers! Best wishes for a successful lodge year! A great big thank-you for a job well done to the officers of 1981!

After the premium checks were passed out, the meeting was adjourned.

By the time you read this, you will have enjoyed the great music of the Country Boys. Then, in December, (on the 5th), the one and only Country Noblemen and the biggest dance of the year-New Year's Eve with the great Mikula Band of Ennis.

Watch for announcements of ticket sales, these will be sold in advance as in past years.

Our family was recently saddened by the loss of my father, Willie Jaresh. He passed away November 15, 1981 after a short illness. He was a member of SPJST No. 5, of Tioga, Texas. We will all miss our loved one very much. May he rest in eternal peace.

Don't forget the Christmas Party, December 6 at 1 p.m.!

Until the next meeting, December 10, at 8 p.m.

Fraternally, Viola Dlabaj Reporter —SPJST-

Members Join Lovelady Lodge

New

Dear Members and Guests: The time is passing on with a steady growth of our Lodge No. 74 and all this has been possible because of the good cooperation of the Lodge No 74 members.

The officers have been nominated for the year 1982 at our November 9th meeting; be sure and come to vote and this will take place December 14.

We are proud of the great progress that has been achieved by our hard-working officers and that is now coming to the end of the year sometimes a little friction develops among some of us, but that must be overlooked as long as everybody is trying to do the best they can for Lodge No 74 and our SPJST Society.

We had a big crowd of members and guests at our November 14 dance entertained by the Night Time Friends; we again had quite a few guests who came to our lodge for the first time. All the comments that I heard from people who came were very good.

The proof shows for itself the new members who had joined since October 12 until November 9 are Eric Christopher Driskell, Grover C. Shanks, Betty Shawn Shanks, Marvin E. Larue, all of Lovelady; Shawn Lanett Burris, Shanett Lea BurHs, William Minsel Salmon, Janna Kaye Salmon, William Rodney Salmon, Gary Andrew Josey, Lester C. Reed, Joe Allen Brooks, Chelia Brooks, Louis R. Michka, Shirley D. Michka, Cathy D. Michka, Alan Ray Michka, Barbara Sue Flanagan, Kevin Flanagan, Dandra Sherly Beard, Jerry Wayne Ainsworth, Deborah Lynn Ains worth, James McKinney, all of Crockett; Ted K. Wallace, Linda Louise Wallace and Woody Allen Wallace, all of Trinity; George R.

Horeomb, of Rusk; and Barry Daniel Sharp, of Austin. All of this was made possible by members inviting others to our lodge functions.

Thanks to all of you for a great job done. God bless all of you!

Fraternally, Chester Shmoldas —SPJST-

No. 88, Houston, November 9, 1981 Meeting Lodge

The meeting was called to order

by President Holeman at 7:30 p.m.

Flag Bearer Lynn Pflughaupt presented the colors and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance, after which, the members stood in silence and tribute to deceased members, Sisters Fay Florence Rister and Amalie Schiller.

All officers were present and visitors were Mrs. Albina Hilsher, Ann Gerlich and Gary Kosut.

Secretary Clara Broz read the minutes of the September meeting, which were approved as read and then read the correspondence. After reading a list of 13 applications for insurance, she made a motion that they be accepted as read, seconded

by Brother Hegwood and carried.

All insurance and financial reports were read and approved.

Youth Leader Joyce Mynar thanked Brothers A. J. Stayton and Harry Rice for donating circus tickets to the Youth Club and Brother Karl Lindemann for giving them money for drinks and popcorn.

She reported the Youth Club was making crafts and Christmas ornaments to be sold, and that the Christmas Youth Program will be December 14th at 7:30 p.m.

Brother Homer Alexander reported that the Entertainment Committee would have a rummage sale December 5th to try to get rid of some of the old decorations, candles and table cloths.

Sister Evelyn Vornsand reported the Choral Club was well-received at the Czech Day in Dallas and that they are going to Needville Rest Home to entertain the senior citizens there and take presents and fruit to them.

Sunshine Chairperson Mary Kosut reported 13 hours and $17 in expense as charity work for September and 1,240 hours of work done by members for the lodge.

Guide Helen Hegwood reported 131 members present. "Happy Birthday" was sung to members having birthdays and a list of anniversaries was read. Door prize winners were Brother A. J. Leonard and Sisters Josephine Buri and Flo Taake with special Liberty Savings winner being Brother Eugene Barcak. Refreshment donors were several couples having anniversaries in October.

Meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.

Our next monthly meeting will be Sunday, December 13th at 10 a.m. and will go into the annual meeting after the conclusion of the monthly meeting. Dinner will be furnished by the lodge to all who have registered for the morning session.

Fraternally, Clara Broz, Secretary —SPJST-

Antonio Lodge No. 133 Enjoys Thanksgiving Dinner

San

The members of Lodge No. 133 met for their monthly meeting at 1505 S. Gevers Street, November 15, 1981.

Prior to the meeting, a delicious Thanksgiving dinner was served by our Social Committee: Sister H. Kalmus and Sister M. Kleprlik at 12 noon.

The committee should be highly complimented for the fine work they have done throughout the year, but, especially, for our Thanksgiving meal. The variety of food was unbelievable, the foodline moved at a slow pace, but that is expected when there is so much to pick from.

Thank you ladies for the fine work you have done; we sometimes have a tendency to forget how much work and planning it takes to organize such a project, it does take a lot of planning and phone calling. Thank you once again!

The meeting was opened by President Matula leading the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance and also remembering Sister Agnes Dressler, our last charter member, who passed away November 7, and all deceased members of our lodge.

Sister Dressler will be missed by the membership very much; she was the light and the beacon since the year 1917.

The Nominating Committee gave their recommendation for the election of officers. The officers for the year 1982 are as follows: President Emil Matula, Vice President Bill Mares, Secretary D. F. Netek and Treasurer Viola Mazac.

President Matula then asked the membership for a discussion on the Christmas dinner/party. As was voted on at the meeting held in October, the Christmas meal will be catered: barbecue with all the trimmings. The members are to bring a covered dish of dessert or some type of pastry. The lodge will take care of all the rest including the bottled water. We urge all members to attend this yearly get-together; this is your lodge and we do hope that all of you come out and enjoy the afternoon with your fraternal members. Dinner will be served_at 1 p.m., the meeting will be held after dinner.

It has been a very good, year for Lodge No. 133; a lot of things going on, so let us put the icing on the cake by having a good turnout at the Christmas dinner. Be sure you bring the young members, we do have something SPECIAL for them; you mothers and fathers, give the young ones a break, and bring them with you. Remember: December 20 at 1505 S. Gevers Street For information call 333-7460.

Fraternally, D. F. Netek Secretary —SPJST-

Meeting for Lodge Elmaton December

Lodge Elmaton No. 148 will hold its meeting and election of officers Monday, December 14, 198&at 7 p.m.

at the Catholic Hail in Blessing, all members of the lodge come out and elect the officers of your choice.

Fraternally, Lillian Hiozek Secretary —SPJST-

Lodge No. 179 Elects Officers

Warrenton

Dear Members and Guests: November 8 was a rainy day in our area, so the SPJST varietyshoot was postponed, but the dance proceeded as planned; it was a very enjoyable evening for those in attendance.

Tickets were drawn for the five cash prizes. The lucky winners were: Marie Mathis, $15; Mrs. Nora Braun, $12; J. B. Wilford, $10; Peggy Ponfick, $8; and Milton Fischer, $5.

Thursday, November 12, 1981, our lodge held its regular meeting including the Thanksgiving supper with a large attendance.

President Harold Bergmann called the meeting to order and led the group in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

Secretary Jeanette Schoenst read the minutes of the previous meeting and also the letter from the band tentatively engaged for our next annual feast. They stated that they would not be able to furnish us any music that date because it's their vacation time She also handed the premium refund checks to Sister Oltrnann to distribute.

Treasurer Lee Leonhardt gave the treasurer's report.

Both readings were accepted as given.

Dorothy Oltmann read the financial standing.

New business consisted of a brief discussion concerning the band; then tabled until our January meeting, (likewise the findings on the PA system).

Next on the agenda was election of officers for 1982. All officers were re-elected by unanimous vote. They are President Harold Bergmann, 1st Vice President El Gene Eckermann, 2nd Vice President/Reporter Edith Pfeiffer, Secretary Jeanette Schoenst, Treasurer Lee Leonhardt, Financial Secretary Dorothy Oltmann, Guide Liz Klurnp, Assistant Guide Paula Key, Sergeant-at-Arms Jerry Marusik, Youth Leader Doris Eckermann, Assistant Youth Leaders Jeanette Schoenst and Paula Key, Flagbearer Michael Noak.

Our next meeting will be at the Round Top Rifle Association Hall again, including our Christmas Party with gift exchange for those wishing to participate in a price range of $3; a lady brings a present for a lady and a man brings a gift suitable for a man. This meeting will be held Saturday, December 12 starting at 7 p.m.

The Food Committee reported that the lodge will furnish baked ham and members are to bring a covered dish to help complete the menu.

With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Immediately afterwards, members and guests enjoyed delicious turkey and dressing and the numerous delectable covered dishes and refreshments. The president

8/VESTNfK — Wednesday, November 25, 1981 expressed thanks to the Food Committee and sisters who prepared the turkey and dressing and helped serve or cleaned up afterwards; also special thanks to Dwight Nitsche for entertaining the group on his accordion.

Please note change of date and place for the December meeting.

Fraternally, Edith Pfeiffer Reporter —SPJSTFrom

Lodge No. 88, Houston

Saturday, November 14 the dance with music by Nick Navarro was well-attended, almost a full house. It was a dress code dance and all the ladies looked lovely in long and short gowns. (Even with a sign in the lobby to read what our dress code requires, there will be some who still don't pay attention and come dressed in pants. Then it is up to the Entertainment Committee to alert these guests about the rule. They are usually very understanding, especially when it is their first time and they don't know the rules.)

Rosalee Kostom, with Irma O'Conner, were in the lobby to alert these ladies before their escorts bought tickets. Not all the Saturday dances have a dress code, and there are dances when guests may come to as they, wish.

Hosting this dance and in charge of the dance and in the box office were Herbert Huber and his dear spouse, Gazela, in a long bronzecolored gown, was attending the cloak room and, with her, she had a friend, Rhonda, a very lovely young lady. Bessie Vasula, dressed in a light blue gown, and Annabelle Veit in a long black skirt topped with a beautiful shade of green blouse, greeted the guests at the door; their spouses, John and Charles, were quite busy seating the guests in their reserved places. The music, as usual, was very good and the attending guests were a group of lovely people having a good time.

Coming to the dance, I usually go quite early so I may park close to the entrance and have some time before the dance to visit in our cozy Blue Room, and visit a while with whoever is there. Herman and Lucille Reed were seated at a table enjoying their refreshments, so I just joined them and before long Jimmie and Bernice Wahlberg with Margaret Allbritton came and Tim Kostom dropped in and, in no time, there were several couples to get refreshments before the dance; also Harley and Viola Cox, all dressed to attend the dance, had our friendly bartender to serve them a refreshing drink. Come out and join the friendly Blue Room atmosphere; you will like it.

At the far end of the Chandelier Ballroom three tables usually seat about 18 couples; a group of friends enjoying each other's company at a dance with their favorite rnw . fc. t^ and Alois "'ore: and H. J. "r-and his sl 31:se are resr,c-k

pledged their vows November 17, 1941 and, to make this celebration complete, Noble's brother, J. R. Keating, and wife, Billie, came down from Topeka, Kansas to spend one week and make it a double celebration: wedding anniversary and J. R.'s birthday, November49. These two celebrations are only two days apart. Surrounding these two couples were friends, Edgar and Edna Ruppert, Allen and Bernice Coppock, and Don and Audrey Jeter. During the second intermission, a large decorated birthday cake with (phony) candles and lots of delicious snacks appeared on the table and, before indulging in all those goodies, a birthday song rang out to Noble and, with a wish, he tried to blow out the candles without success. J. R. and Billie enjoyed the dance and best wishes to both couples.

In February, Tammy Fogarty, granddaughter of Henry and Doris Knapick, was chosen Sweetheart of the FFA Club of Spring Branch High School. In February Tammy's rabbit won the Grand Champion award.

Congratulations, Tammy, we are proud of you and keep up the good work and good luck.

I had a nice chat with Milady (Krampota) Martin of Almeda; she informed me that her husband, Henry Krampota, is doing very well after his surgery not so long ago and now recuperating at home, and playing dominoes with other retired friends. (Milady and Henry are brother and sister to my late sisterin-law, Albina Dvorak.) Milady promised to visit the Birthday Club Party some Wednesday; take time and do it, we'll be looking for you!

Hello to you, Henry!

I just learned that Brother Joe Elzner entered St. Joseph's Hospital, Sunday, November 15 to have surgery Tuesday. Joe is in Room 617. Best Wishes for a speedy recovery! Louise Jacobs was rushed to the hospital a week ago to undergo surgery; hope she is home by now. Jackie Lyndecker also spent some time in the hospital for tests.

Hope all these members will be well, again, soon.

One more Thursday, December 17, again 15 turkeys will be given away at the Thursday Social Night; come out and try your luck. The first drawing for 15 turkeys took place this week, November 19.

Fraternally, Frances Olexa —SPJST-

No. 187, Round Rock Report Lodge

The annual meeting of our lodge was held November 8,1981, with 138 members present. President Red Oman called the meeting to order and the group said the Pledge to the Flag.

Minutes were read and approved.

The treasurer's report was given as well as committee reports. ac-f,-)te `..ze •

Financial Secretary —Carolyn Merkord Youth Leader —Nina Rosenbusch The following Committee Chairpersons were elected: Chairpersons Committee Bar Arnold & Wilma Peterson John & Rose Keltgen Tickets Kitchen Doris Mills Jeff Case Security Entertainment Sharon Holman Investigating Albert & Elsa Lange Booking Leland Jacobsen & David Oman Sharon Gavin & Hall Rental David Oman David Oman & Games W. G. Gainer Arnold & Allene Telephone Leschber Sandra Rules & Regulations Giarrusso Mary Jacobsen Resolutions Grill Ernie & Karen Motloch Sharon Gavin Grievance Arnold Leschber Grounds Maintenance Leland Jacobsen Al Giarrusso House We were all very sorry to receive a resignation letter from Logan Bartz. Logan, Lodge 187 appreciates all your work and dedication to the lodge. The Board position vacated

by Logan was filled by Albert Lange; it was voted on by the membership today.

The door prize was not given away because Lou Allen Maytsek was not present. The two courtesy tickets were won by David Giarrusso. Congratulations, David, and keep up the good participation.

The meeting was adjourned and a delicious covered dish supper was enjoyed by all.

Our next meeting will be December 20 and a Christmas party is being planned.

Rubie Volek Secretary —SPJST-

Club Sisters of Lodge No. 88, Houston Held Meeting Birthday

The regular monthly meeting was called to order by Sister Pearl Hanka, Wednesday, November 11 at 11:30 a.m.

Sister Hanka introduced a former member of the Birthday Club, Sister Martha Walla who has become a member, again. We are happy to have Sister Martha Walla with us, again.

The minutes were read by Sister Rosalee Kostom and they were approved as read.

It was a great day for all of us.

Three of our sick members were present at the meeting and they were feeling fine. We were especially happy to hear that Sister Bessie Vasula had such a good report from her doctors after returning from the hospital. Sister Vasula has returned to good health tri_ is great. The niiier two --ere: prer,

er

ber. You're doing great, Mary!

Sister Pearl Hanka thanked all the sisters who worked so hard on the Czech Day project. Sister Mary Tilich did a wonderful job when it comes to getting things done; she is the best! It was a pleasure to work with Sister Tilich and the sisters who helped so generously. The profit was really great. We appreciated those dear brothers who helped so diligently, especially Brother Frank Tilich, Tim Kostom and Harry Finn. We can't do without them, Ha! Many thanks to all the donors wo made this a great success. The donors were: Brother Tim and Sister Rosalee Kostom, Mary Schenburn, Ed and Ellen Miculka, Estelle Kelly, Millie Manack, Emily Bily, Ida Hanka, Minnie Bravenec, Adela Rice, Mickey Rice, Geraldine Hlozek, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Grisson, Rita Alexander, Lillina Finn, Lorin K. Zimmerman, Vlasta Moore, Mary Kosut, Louise Kadlecek, Virginia Hale, Marie Pokluda, Linda Bricker, Edna Froelich, Mary Tilich, Dorothy Rainosek, Vlasta Slanina, Della and Joe Miksch, Laura and Royal Warnash, Mrs. Herman Baethe, Della Kadlecek, Elsie Roznovsky, Josephine Buri, Birdie Pech, Judy Ehler, Helen Valcik and Mary Johnson. This is a lovely group of people!

Hostesses for the November luncheons were: Sisters Mary Kosut, Rita Alexander and Bessie Dewer (who cooked for both Wednesdays), Sister Esther Holton cooked for the first Wednesday, and Sister Edna Froehlich cooked for the second Wednesday. It is great for you sisters to cook and we appreciate it. Thanks to Sister Mary Johnson for donating those delicious homemade dill pickles, they were so good.

The Birthday Club Sisters are so proud to have, as our guests, the Lodge No. 88 officers and spouses, the Board of Trustees and their spouses, plus the spouses of the Birthday Club members for Christmas dinner, Wednesday, December 12 at 12 noon. Sister Pearl Hanka will contact all of you and please let her know if you can be present. We are looking forward to seeing all of you, so you be there.

It has really been a pleasure for me to write for the Birthday Club Sisters, but there must be a change, now and then for progress.

DATES TO REMEMBER: 1st Wednesday, December 2— Game Party and Guest for dinner at 12 noon 2nd Wednesday, December 9— Game Party/Christmas Party /Luncheon For the Christmas Party gifts shall be exchanged. You must bring a gift for $3 and then you will receive a gift. Sisters Mary Tilich, Kathy Trefell and Emily Bily will be in charge of gifts and decorations for the second Wednesday, December 9.

All come and have good food and Fri - ds7:in"

Wednesday, November 25, 1981 irkSTMIC/9

News From Pasadena Lodge Rozkvet No. 172

Hello and a good morning today to everyone wherever you are and all who may be residing at home, homes for the retired or convalescent homes, recovering from flu or from broken bones from an accident. May you be comforted by prayers from members of our Lodge No 172 and all over Texas lodges knowing about you being hurt, sick or otherwise.

Believe me that from all brothers and sisters, all of you are in our thoughts and, prayers before our lodge meetings start.

May we all and God comfort you all of your miseries whatever happened to you. Our minds, thoughts and eyes are looking toward the heavens above for all of our brothers, sisters, relatives and friends from all consequences that are ailing everyone; in particular our leaders' ailing hearts toward an eternal peace in our God-blessed America and may our red, white and blue wave and flutter above all We pray for peace.

Most of all, us living are proud for our given health and strength, so that many may wake up in life to a new day and that many can, go out to work for another day or week and many more months and years to comfort our dear families with the best effort to keep them healthy and alive in all needs they desire, etc.

As a dear brother of a most dearly-beloved fraternal organization, the SPJST, many have survived a tragedy. Be sure with your pride in a fraternal order that you can or should attend a meeting of your lodge wherever you live in Texas. No one should have any type of an excuse, because of muddy roads, for all farm roads and highways are almost in front of your residence or surely nearby, so be sure to attend your lodge meetings; you and no one else knows that it just might have been your last one.

Don't forget we love you and all show smiling faces and be counted in at SPJST Lodge No. 172.

Today is Sunday and the weather is a bit balmy, though, as yet, no radio station has warned anyone anywhere about a flash flood so thank God for it, for he is really merciful and kind to all of us.

We, at Lodge No. 172, do have very few sick members, but they are a bit better.

My brother, Frank M. Mikeska, is a little sick also with the flu and sinus and also our dear brother-inlaw, Frank I. Hanzelka, who is on one foot and the other, with the help of a crutch, but not ailing otherwise; his left foot got caught in an old-time haybaler feed box but not broken, still you can't stop him from hopping to feed his cattle and looking over a beautiful farm. You know, you can't take a farm boy's mind and thoughts from his background. We know that if we are forced back to a farm, we still have not forgotten how to milk cows, feed the hogs or . eve a tractor; e yescos farm m;

machine on str-:,. ..,yays; that's where many have shortened their lives because many four-

wheeled vehicles did not give them the proper courtesy and they, too, pay their taxes equally as others; so do give courtesy to those who ride a bike on the street or a motorcycle, because they are energy savers for us who do not know how to ride a motorcycle.

May I say, dear brothers, sisters, and all, we from Lodge No. 172 came to Lodge No.. 88 to repay many visits to us to enjoy a weekend social with us and we with them. This is really called socializing and fraternizing with other lodge brothers and sisters for their patronage in due respect; this is only what makes Texas a big friend to all of us, only by showing it through fraternal organizations and christian love to all. God bless our big Texas, for this is only why we have such a tremendous amount of visiting immigrants to see Texas and, a big flow of workers into Texas.

It is a hub state of bread-winning families who know nothing but work for survival; that's why Texas is so big only by its friendliness, respect and a christian living and the best of leaders throughout whatever it may pertain to.

We had a gradiose night at Lodge No. 88 because, too, of the leadership, Entertainment Committee, the hosts and hostesses who showed us a real hospitable Saturday night, November 7. Thanks to them; we really appreciated it very much; there was a large number of members from Lodge No. 172, Pasadena, Houston, Rosenberg and surrounding areas.

Please, in return, don't forget us in Pasadena. We are very much alive and will too, host you and show you our hospitality. We are a very active lodge and are multiplying like a big bunch of honey bees, so come and don't forget that we love you all We are selling our New Year's Eve dance tickets for some time and many have been sold, so do call for your tickets in advance; they are $10 a person.

We also had the pleasure of hearing a group of four Czechoslovak string quartet to play during an intermission and were they great! The leader of the group was Raymond E. Brabec and he also danced with Margie Lee Nelms.

Oh, that Ray Jurecka's music was a delight; we, from Lodge No. 172, just couldn't be patient enough for the lovable Ray Jurecka's music to start playing. We all had a couple of cups of coffee to drink served by a very dear brother, Jerry Ermis, in the coffee bar. He really, too, showed us a real good time and you know what a good joker he is.

Thanks, Jerry, you are a privileged character, a very good friend and brother. Oh, yes, he was quiet when his girlfriend entered the coffee bar later; (it was his dear wife) ha, ha!

For our next dance, November 28, we have a real country-western dance with also variety music by Julius Tupa, the best fiddler, so all of you come from where v er in Texas a' -rays extend vou rm be, greet r

highways are always passable to our Lodge SPJST Rozkvet No. 172 and don't forget to attend your SPJST lodge meetings. If you are in Houston, do come visit us, we are a one-family.

John T. Mikeska —SPJST-

Choral Group

Seaton

You are herewith notified that our annual Christmas Party is planned and set for Sunday, November 29 at Seaton Star Hall. Time is set at 2 p.m.

Bring your ready-to-serve favorites — meats to sweets — and we'll eat at 5. Pre-meal refreshments will be provided by Alfred and Martha Klusacek.

Members present at the November 10 meeting voted to have a gift exchange, limit up to $3. Gents bring a gift for gents; gals exchange with gals. Please put your own name on your own gift; the receiver will know who "to thank or spank."

Games, music and fun during the course of the afternoon. (Possible surprise for someone, too.)

Dorothy Morris —SPJST--

Friendship Club of Fort Worth This is a reminder of our December 2nd meeting at 11 a.m.

After the meeting there will be a Christmas Dinner, consisting of ham and all the trimmings.

A gift of not less than $3.00 will be exchanged at the party.

Our Thanksgiving Family Night Dinner November 4th was wellattended, and we welcomed several visitors.

Our congratulations to Bernadette and David Holford, to whom their first child was born, a boy, Bobby Wayne. Proud grandparents are Frank and Mary Tesar and Robert and Helen Holford.

See you on the 2nd of December with all of you in a jovial mood.

Lydia Alholm — SPJST-

From Pasadena Lodge No. 172 News

Hello everyone wherever you may be throughout our big God-blessed Texas and all concerned.

We are indeed not forgetting no one but no one! Whatever it may be in life, health and happiness.

We are really and truthfully thinking always about our brothers and sisters confined in beds, at home or in hospitals. Our prayers are for all of you regardless of where you are. God bless you all!

Our daughter, Margie Lee Nelms, came home Sunday afternoon where she was tending to two of her grandchildren who were having surgery in a Victoria hospital. Both are recuperating very nicely. Margie Lee is a good nurse, too, besides a teacher, and a very talented young lady.

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appreciated by all the members present.

As a reminder, we have a few tickets left for our upcoming New Year's Eve dance, so call or come by to visit us at our next dance, November 28 to a well-known country-western band, Julius Tupa and The Mid-night Shift and his famous fiddle playing junior; you know who, so come one, come all We appreciate your patronage in a real southern hospitality and most graciously, so don't be shy nor bashful; we are homefolks with a great pleasure having you to join us in a weekend of fun and real enjoyment; BYOB and other set-ups are at the bar with the most and best of bar hosts to serve you all with smiles that you never forget it.

Oh, yes, too, so to say, we missed our dear Society paper, the Vestnik.

Oh, may I say, it too, could have been in Cape Canaveral, Florida for a take off in our USA capsule, ha, ha! The Vestnik paper is loved by all members who read it on a weekend; it's a very enjoyable paper to read about what is new in our brotherly lodges of our big State of Texas. If anyone reads a neighbor's Vestnik and is not a member, don't take a day or a month off not to have one yourself, come and join a most-loved fraternal organization that is growing real big in Texas and make sure you don't miss out on news around you, but, most of all, don't forget that we, in Lodge No. 172 Rozkvet SPJST, are waiting for you to come and introduce yourself so we know who you are that you, too, do want to be in our family group and show others our and your real southern hospitality where it only begins in our little 'ale' City of Pasadena.

Saturday night, November 14, at our dance, was a real nice and beautiful crowd of real good members and friends attending and, at our door with smiles, were none other than Sister Marie and Brother Monty Green and very dear insurance sales representative, Sister Loraine Wylie and her husband. To start off a real jumbo dance were John T. and Esther L. Mikeska who were at their table to meet and greet their brothers and sisters. Thanks to all who came and come again to our next dance Saturday night, November 28 to dance with us and listen to a group of real good variety and country-western singers.

We also wish to remind you all about our covered-dish dinner to be held Saturday night, December 5 and do bring enough food for you and your relatives/friends and show them a good time for a night of weekend fun; bring meats, salads, fruit dishes, cakes, pies or whatever you desire, so we can show our Lodge No. 172 visitors a real southern hospitality and a free dance will follow. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m.

This is how our lodge began growing so .- is growing still °.: =rnal love -Caster b:- s'2:sader3a, and peaaye to so come

c,cd we trust. ays.. so don' he shy; come our one, come al rain or shine

co du fed T all meeting was a leaclers very nicely and it was

John T. Mikeska - SPJST

10/VASTNiK — Wednesday, November 25, 1981

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor: This year the President and Mrs. Reagan will spend the Thanksgiving holiday at their California ranch as they have done for many years.

Sharing Thanksgiving with them will be their daughter Patti Davis, President Reagan's daughter Maureen an_d her husband Dennis Revell, and the President's brother Neil and his wife Bess.

I thought you might be interested in the attached holiday menu which is for release Thursday, November 26, 1981. Also attached are individual recipes which may be used at any time.

Sincerely, Sheila Tate Press Secretary to Mrs. Reagan REAGAN THANKSGIVING MENU Turkey Cornbread dressing Giblet gravy French-cut string beans Sweet potatoes with marshmallows Fresh cranberry mold Monkey bread and jam Olives, carrots, celery strips Minced meat pie with brandy sauce Persimmon pudding with brandy sauce *** Mrs. Reagan's Recipe For Cornbread Dressing 1 box cornbread stuffing mix 1 pan homemade cornbread 1 package chicken livers chopped parsley 1 small stalk celery 3 large onions turkey giblets, cooked poultry seasoning, white pepper' (to taste) Chop chicken livers and saute in butter. Add finely chopped onions, parsley and celery. Add seasoning to taste.

Crumble homemade cornbread and add box of cornbread stuffing mix. Then add above chicken liver mixture and stuff turkey.

BASTING TIP After cooking turkey giblets, divide broth in half. Use one half for basting, after adding one chicken bouillon cube plus one cube butter.

Baste frequently with this mixture.

Retain remaining broth for gravy of your choice. *** Mrs. Reagan's Recipe For Persimmon Pudding 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. melted butter 1 c. flour, sifted 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 1 c. persimmon pulp (3-4 very ripe) 2 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. warm water 3 T. brandy 1 tsp. vanilla 1 c. seedless raisins 2 eggs, slightly beaten Stir together melted butter and sugar. Resift flour with salt and cinnamon and add to butter and sugar mixture. Add persimmon pulp, soda dissolved in warm water, brandy and vanilla. Add eggs,

mixing thoroughly, but lightly. Add raisins and nuts, stirring until mixed. Put in buttered steam-type covered mold and steam 2-1/2 hours.

Flame at table with brandy.

Brandy Whipped Cream Sauce 1 egg 1/3 c. melted butter 1 c. sifted powdered sugar dash of salt 1 T. brandy flavoring 1 c. whipping cream Beat egg until light and fluffy.

Beat in butter, powdered sugar, salt and brandy flavoring. Beat whipping cream until stiff. Gently fold into first mixture. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Stir before spooning on pudding.

-SPJSTBULLETIN

BOARD

LODGE OFFICERS' WORKSHOPS

1982 Sat., March 6, 1982; all sessions to start at 10 a.m. and held in the Home Office Bldg. in Temple. Catered noon meal served at Lodge 47 Seaton at 1 p.m. Final session at 2 p.m. (See detailed announcement elsewhere in the Vestnik.)

-SPJSTDISTRICT VII The District VII spring meeting will be held Sunday, March 28, 1982 in New Braunfels with Lodge No. 185 as host lodge.

-SPJST-

NEWSBRIEFS Mrs. Angeline Vitek, wife of District II Director Henry E. Vitek, was hospitalized at Johns Community Hospital in Taylor from October 23 to November 10. During that time, on October 29, she underwent major surgery for an ulcerated stomach which was successful.

Sister Vitek is now at home in Granger, resting and recuperating.

been very active in the Lodge 177 Youth Club.

Lcdge 177 members voted to give the surviving mother, and wife $1,000 in cash, so that she might continue to make house and other necessary payments. In addition, the lodge donated all net proceeds from a recent dance to the mother and net proceeds from another activity, as well as proceeds from an auction and the sale of food items from the kitchen, bringing the grand total turned over to Mrs. Jessie Washbourne to $4,385.50, plus a few small donations still coming in. Continuing donations can still be made through Bro. Jerry Tomastik whose address is Rt. 1, Holland, Texas 76534.

This is only the most recent charitable donation by Lodge 177, previous donations having been made over a period of years to other accident victims' survivors, illness, donations to the local school for various projects, purchase of band uniforms, etc., etc.

This is the type of activity that the fraternal bodies on the state and national level keep telling us that we must do more of. We must continue to aid those in need and to help worthy projects in the communities where our lodges are situated.

Lodges doing this and involved in community activities are to be commended. The recipients will remember these gestures for a long time especially the fact that they came from a local SPJST unit. It is also very appropriate that such acts be publicized, either through local media and certainly the Vestnik.

Fraternally, Nick A. Morris Supreme Lodge President

-SPJST-

Survives After All

Nasinee

Bro. Sefcik & Readers: A couple or so issues back, I mailed you a short article about the Czech language newspaper Nasinec ceasing publication. That was about a month ago. A very short time after that last issue, new buyers were -SPJSTfound in the persons of Joe D. and Dorothy Vrabel. Since they took over ownership and publication, four FEATURES issues of the Nasinec have been 1111■111111■11111■11111111111111=11111111 published, including the one of this week dated November 13th. The following article is from the November 13th issue of the Temple Daily Telegram; byline by Pat Davidson. I thought our readers would like to know that everything is fine with the Nasinec. It is alive and functioning well. A lot of people are happy about that.

President Jerry Tomastik of Fraternally, Academy Lodge No. 177 recently Nick A. Morris reported that that lodge continues *** to follow the policy of helping people NEW PUBLISHER PURCHASES in distress and contributing to CZECH LANGUAGE PAPER charitable causes. Readers of the

By Pat Davidson Vestnik may have noticed the recent GRANGER—Nasinec, a 67-yeardeath of a father and two daughters old Czech newspaper whose survival in a tragic automobile accident near was threatened last month by Bryan. The three were all members inflation and the loss of publishing of Lodge 177. The father and two contracts, has new life, a new look stepdaughters were killed instantly and a new owner. and the mother continues to be hosJoe D. Vrabel, foreman of the pitalized in a Temple hospital, after weekly publication for more than 19 having first been taken to the years, bought the newspaper from Hermann Hospital in Houston in an Nasinec Publishing Corp. in October unconscious condition. The entire after the board of directors decided family were active members in the to close the paper when publishing lodge, the two daughters having contracts with a monthly Minnesota,

Lodge No. 177 Continues Charitable Donations

tabloid and a Texas insurance publication were not renewed.

"I had a lot of phone calls from people encouraging me to buy it," Vrabel said. "It took about a week or so for me to think about what to do. I had my mind on it, but had to work out arrangements with the corporation."

He declined to state the purchase price of the equipment.

Nasinec, which translates into English as "fellow countrymen," is published in the Czech language and provides a link to the heritage of that country for more than 1,750 subscribers.

The publication now will spread the news to Czechs in Texas and the United States in a smaller, tabloid production on white, "book" paper, which Vrabel said is easier to read.

The old Nasinec was printed on fullsize newsprint pages.

Vrabel increased from $12.50 to $15 the cost of a year's subscription to the paper, which ranges from 10 to 16 pages depending on the amount of advertising.

In another cost-cutting measure, he reduced from five to three the number of employees. Otilie Maresh, who edited the paper since her husband's death in 1971, was retained, he said. Vrabel's wife, Dorothy, assists with bookkeeping.

Vrabel said he hopes to increase the amount of advertising and to solicit new subscribers. About 300 people renewed their subscriptions in advance within the past two weeks, he said, and some sent donations to help finance publication.

In addition to Nasinec, Vrabel will continue to publish a news sheet for Texas' Czech Catholic Union.

"I had all the compliments in the world, both personal letters and letters to appear in the paper," Vrabel said When the old paper stopped, most of the old people were crying -- that's what they say in the letters. Some felt like they were being cut off from their world."

Vrabel said he hopes to break even with Nasinec and make profit on the contract work.

The paper, established 67 years ago in Halletsville, was purchased

by Nasinec Publishing Corp. in 1937 and moved to Granger. The final edition of Nasinec prior to Vrabel's purchase was produced on the company's 50-year-old printing presses and Linotype machines and sent to 1,770 subscribers.

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YOUTH SECTION From the Youth Leaders MANY ACTIVITIES HELD

BY COTTONWOOD YC Dear Members and Readers, A pretty good attendance was had at the Lodge No. 6 Youth Club meeting, November 6.

Several club members, along with their parents, toured 'Six Flags Over Texas', October 11 and everyone had a wonderful time Some of our youth club members and parents attended State Fair in Dallas, October 18.

October 25 youth club members, parents and lodge members

Wednesday, November 25, 1981 -- VEST/Nali/11 attended District III meeting at Lodge No. 92 in Fort Worth.

The youngsters worked on Christmas items for their parents and the rest home residents.

We will start practicing on our Christmas Program. The Christmas Party will be held December 20 with supper being served, program, Santa Claus's visit and Christmas tree.

Going caroling and taking gifts to the elderly was also planned by the clubbers.

Our Halloween Party, October 30 was real good; the spookhouse was fixed up real neat. I want to thank the teenagers and some juniors for doing such a fine job.

Winners in the Halloween costume contest were: Keith Hykel — ugliest, Elaine Stuckley — pretfunniest, tiest, Christie Mach -funniest, Chris Ivy—best costume, Tammi Dobecka-most unique.

They also had a Halloween Poster contest and the winners were: 1st Theresa Dobecka, 2nd Karen Hykel, 3rd Shirley Dobecka; and Honorable Mention went to Lanette Hykel. We wish to thank the judges for judging for us.

Birthdays in November are for: Cheryle Brern, Marvin Mynar, Damon Perez, Andy Grmela and Darrell Uptmor.

I will be seeing you on Friday nights because we still have a lot of work to do before Christmas.

Fraternally, Willie Mae Schuetz Youth Leader

-SPJST-

the Youth Members From

LODGE NO. 6 YC TO PRESENT CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Dear Readers, The Cottonwood Youth Club held its meeting Friday, November 6.

In the meeting it was announced how many attended Six Flags, the State Fair, and the District III meeting.

Our Youth Club will be selling tickets on some interior decorating items for the Christmas Party, which will be held Sunday, December 20. We will present a short program.

We visited the West Rest Home, Wednesday, November 11.

Fraternally yours, Dee Dee Dobecka (11-16-81) - SPJST -

CYCLONE LODGE NO.24 YC Dear Readers, Our monthly meeting was held Wednesday, November 11, 1981. We had a good attendance with two visitors present.

After the secretary called the roll and read the minutes, we discussed our new business. We planned a movie social in Temple which was held Thursday, November 10. We also discussed our Christmas program which will be held Sunday, December 13. The Youth Club will present a small program for the mother lodge; also a delicious turkey and dressing meal will be served, and gifts will be exchanged by the youth. We will talk more about this event at our next meeting, December 9.

Before our meeting was adjourned, we elected new officers for the 1982 year. Congratulations to all the winners. Our new youth leaders are Carol Chervenka and Shirley Waits.

The youth winners in the ticket sale for selling the most tickets were: First place, Melanie Zavodny; second place and a tie between John Paul Chervenka and Kim Schneider.

Our next meeting will be held Wednesday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.

I hope to see you there.

Fraternally, Melaine Zavodny (9) (11-17-81) - SPJST -

SEVERAL ACTIVITIES HELD

BY COTTONWOOD YC Dear Readers, The youth members at Lodge No. 6 will work on Christmas items at the lodge Friday nights; everyone needs to be present.

We held a very nice Halloween Party. Everyone enjoyed it. We made witch's stew which was good.

Birthdays for the month are: Cheryl Brem, Andy Grmela, Darrell Uptmor, Marvin Mynar and Damon Perez. Delton Stuckly brought the cake. Shirley Dobecka will bring next month's cake.

Fraternally, Theresa Dobecka (11-16-81) -SPJST -

TAITON YC TO PLAN CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES Dear Readers, The SPJST Lodge No. 30 will hold their monthly meeting Sunday, December 6 at the Taiton Hall after the adult Christmas dinner.

This will be an important meeting for our youth club to discuss our forth-coming Christmas activities later on in December.

I really enjoy these meetings and always learn from them. My family is 100 percent SPJST and we try to attend every meeting and activity.

Fraternally, Rudy Laitkep Jr. (11-18-81) -SPJST-

LODGE NO. 179 YC

WARRENTON

Dear Readers, November 13, 1981 was the regular business meeting date for Warrenton Youth Club of Lodge No. 179.

President Sue Schoenst presided.

The usual reports were given including the fact that the Halloween Carnival was great and Staci Schoenst won the fishing contest.

Plans were made for Christmas; our party will be Saturday, December 12 at 7 p.m.; a gift exchange of price $2.50 to $3 will be held, under 12 bring a gift for either boy or girl, over 12 girls bring girl's gift and boys bring boy's gift. Each member is to bring an ornament to decorate the tree. Supper will be served.

Especially for the Christmas season, we will journey to Austin to see the lights and decorations and a play at Zackery Scott Theater; the Telephone Committee will let each person know the time, place and date.

Jeanette Schoenst presented the program on "Impact"; a paper football contest followed.

December meeting will also be election of officers.

This meeting 'adjourned for

refreshments, turkey supper with all the trimmings and entertainment

by Dwight Nitsche.

Fraternally, Staci Schoenst (11-16-81) -SPJST -

TAYLOR LODGE NO 29 YC Dear Members, The November meeting of SPJST Lodge No. 29 Youth Club was called to order by President Troy Marx.

Temple McCormick led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved.

There were thirty-seven members present. The Youth Club welcomed Larry Brown as a visitor and Brenda Wade as a new member.

The next Youth Club meeting will be held Saturday, December 12 at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. Every member is to bring a box of Kleenex to be given as Christmas gifts to residents of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home in Taylor. After practicing for the Christmas program, which will be presented Sunday, December 13 at the lodge meeting and Christmas Party, the members will enjoy their own Christmas Party.

Sunday, November 8, our club enjoyed a skating social with the Elgin, Beyersville and Granger Youth Clubs, which was held at "Skates 'N Things" skating rink in Taylor. Everyone had a great time.

Don't forget the upcoming Christmas events, December 12 and 13.

Fraternally, Veronica Schneider (12) Reporter (11-14-81) -SPJSTCOTTONWOOD

month which was going to the movie at Cinema Six in Temple, November 19.

We also elected new officers.

They are: President Terri Vanicek, Vice President Neal Hoelscher, Secretary Kim Schneider, Reporter Sonia Castillo, Treasurer Alan Haisler and Sergeant-at-Arms Beverly Marek.

Our next meeting will be Wednesday, December 9, 1981.

Fraternally, Sonia Castillo (11-17-81) -SPJSTTAITON LODGE NO. 30 YC Dear Vestnik Readers, The Taiton SPJST Youth Club will hold its meeting Sunday, December 6, 1981 at 2:30 p.m. at the Taiton Community Center.

Those on the refreshment assignments for December will be Mrs. Mary Ann Dluhos and Mrs. Eugene Krpec.

The points are also to be turned in at the December meeting to Mrs. Dorotik, our youth leader.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Fraternally, Michelle Srubar (13) (11- 8-81) -SPJST-

LODGE

NO. 6 YC Dear Readers, The Cottonwood Youth Club attended Six Flags and there were 33 yoUth and adults who enjoyed a day of rides. We also had a picnic lunch in the park. There were six youngsters who attended Czech Day at the Dallas Fair; and six youth members were present at the District III Youth Club meeting.

We are still collecting cans, labels and cigarette packages.

There was one guest, A. Allison, at our youth meeting.

Fraternally yours, Shirley Dobecka (13) (11-16-81) -SPJSTTAITON LODGE NO. 30 YC Dear Vestnik Readers, The Taiton SPJST Youth Club will meet December 6 at 2:30 p.m., at the Taiton Community Center.

A contest will be held on "Christmas". In group 6-9 the youngsters will make a Christmas ornament; 1012 group will decorate a Christmas; and group 13-17 will draw a Christmas scene. The program will also be on Christmas.

Don't forget to make a table centerpiece for the rest home and bring it to the meeting.

Fraternally, Jean Dorotik (13) (11-14-81) -SPJSTCYCLONE LODGE NO.24 YC Dear Readers, Our meeting was called to order

by President Beverly Marek. there were fifteen members present at the meeting.

We discussed an activity for the

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee, in behalf of our membership of Lodge No. 133 San Antonio, Texas, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister AGNES DRESSLER, age 88, who passed away November 7, 1981 at San Antonio, Texas.

She was buried at the Mission Cemetery.

Sister Agnes Dressler was the last survivor as one of the Charter Members of Lodge No. 133.

Her husband, who was Bro. Alois Dressler, passed away March 1980.

Sister Dressler was always a very active member in our lodge. A person well-liked by everyone, a person who was always willing to help in any way that she could. Her pride of being a member of the SPJST was a high priority with her.

She was a very gentle and loving person, always having to say something nice about everyone, and was always available to listen to others who had problems and consulted with her.

She is survived by one daughter and one son.

We will miss Sister Agnes Dressler at our meetings, but we will never forget her, for the fine person that she was, and the tremen dous time and effort that she had given of herself to the SPJST. May she rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Emil Matula Bill Mares Viola Mazac Dominic Netek -SFJST---

PODPORA,-- LIDSKOST BRATRSTVI cast Ceska etedni organ Slovanske Podporujici Jednoty Stain Texas, zaloiene roku 1897 ROCNfK 69 CfSLO 45

Oddil Dopisovatelii Tak Vielicos — Aneika Houdkova.

Veera v nedeli 15. listopadu jsme meli to potekni se pobavit s hosty maniely Karel Pragfkovi a jejich phbuznou z Csl. p1. Zdenku Pra§ivkovou z FrenStatu na Morave. Velice 'Acne jsme se vespolek bavili se vkmi a ten den nam tak utekl. Pa' Pra:sivkovg, nam vypravela, jak byla ptekvapend a tei dojata kdy byla na nakm Cs1 dnu v tijnu zde a uvidela tolik tech krasnych krojft a ty male deti jak taneily Besedu, ze musela i sizet. Take seznamila se s tolika krajany kteti byli te2 z FrenStatu anebo jejich rodiee aneb aspon babieka a dedeeek byli tam odtud.

Take kdyi byla ye West, Tex., a Ma tam na htbitov kde jsou pohtbeni ptibuzni Pra§ifkovych a uvidela ty jmena jako Smajstrla, Pustejovsky a jine, ie se ji zdalo, ie je doma ye sve vlasti. Moc jsme se pote§ili a doufam, ze nei odjede zase dome ze je§te jednou k nam zavita. Take pan Karel PraSifka, ac jii je prye z Ennis tolik moc let pfece je§te si pamatoval na ty krajany ktere tehdy znaval a take nam tekl ie pied lety chodil s nagm strycem Stanislavern easto na hon a chodili spolu do . .koly na Creechville, a to rids ptekvapilo, neb jsme o torn nevedeli. Veera byl krasny podzimni den, sluneeko pekne htalo a mnoho lid! jezdilo na proji2dku aby utili toho easu. Dekujeine Pragfkovym za nav§tevu a zveme je aby ptisli zase.

Moje sesttenka pi. Bokna Jareshova z Dorchester, Tex., me volala a sdelila me smutnou zpravu, k minuly tyden jeji mantel James ztratil jeho bratra Karla Jareshe, takie uz je jen on sam z cele rodiny na tivu a ze behem roku zesnuli ctyti elenove jejich rodiny, coi je opravdu velmi mnoho. Jiste velmi litujeme odchodu p. Karla a pfejeme mu veeny klid ap. Jamesovi vyslovujeme na§1 uptimnou soustrast nad odchodem jeho bratra. Jareshovi jsou elenove SPJST v Tioga, Texas.

Musim se pochlubit, 2e jsme obdrieli pozvanku na zlatou svatbu nakho bratranka p. Joe Faberoveho a jeho pan! v nedeli 22. /istopadu v Dorchester, Tex. Osiava se bude konat v dome jejich dcery a zete manielu ScottovYch. Te'Si nas, ze si vzpomneli a dekujeme za pozvanku a snad se tam podivame jestli poeas! bude pekne, nebot' se tarn Vidy pekne pobavime a mame se radi vespolek. Faberovi jsou elenove te ts SPJST v Tioga a pfejeme dobre male.

Nedayno v Amarillo, Tex., se udala zase jedna hrozna vraida kdy 17. lety elovek vnikl do klaStera sv.

FrantiSka a chtel asi okrasti jepti'Sky a kdy jedna ho pfekvapila tak ji nejen ztoukl ale i znasilnil a nakonec zavraidil a§krcenim. Tel° jeji bylo nalezeno kdy nepti§la rano k modlitbam. Tato jeptika byla Sestra Tadea Benzova, rodem ze Svycar a byla 76. lets Nyni ty ostatni sestry tam maji strach o svftj 2ivot, kdy se neco takoveho mohlo ptihodit v jejich kla gtete—je to stra§ne, 2e ano?

25. listopadu 1981 Mladika ji2 chytili a jiste bude ptisne souzen pro takovou vra2du pro nic a za nic. Aspori doufame!

Minuly tyden byla uspotadana, "sprcha" pro sl. Leslie Sillovou a pana Jeffrey Collinse kteri budou oddani 19. prosince zde. Nevesta jest vnuekou manklft Bill Sillovych a dobre znama. Sprcha se konala v eisle 11044 Waterson ulici a hostitelky byly Susan Duke a Carol Collins a ptftomno bylo pry 40 hostu.

Pohosteni byli krasne zdobenym dortem ktery mel jejich jmena navrchu. Meli se pry velice dobte a ptitomni se bavili a nevesta obdrkla mnoho velmiyeknych darkt do nove domacnosti. Sfllovi jsou eleni SPJST tadu 84 a srdeene gratulujeme.

Ku konci minuleho tydne zase se uddlo zde neco co rozraSilo lidi. Tyka, se to eerno§ky ktera vzala nejake 'atstvo v obchode a kdyi ji zpozorovali ie chce uteci s Um, tak se za ni pustili, ona to odhodila za obchodem a uvidela jednu bilou 2enu ktere prave vyjiidela v autu ve kterem bylo male 8. mesice stare dite, tak skoeila do auta, ienu odstreila yen, a ujela prye. Ta matka se drkla dveti auta a ktieela ale nadarmo.

Lide zavolali policisty ze vkch stran a nenatli eerno§ku, ale nalezli auto opuStene pozde veeer spicim hochem na zadnim sedadle. Myslim, 2e si asi ka2dy domysli jak ti rodiee se citili kdyi nevedeli co se stalo s ditetem a kde je. Dobte to dopadlo a nic se mu nestalo ale to ktera dite unesla a auto opustila je-Ste nenali ale snad easem ji te2 najdou a doufam dobre potrestaji. Ukradene zbo21 pry melo cenu $1525.00 a to u2 je hodne penez a jestli ji chynou, tak bude za to pykat.

Take jsem eetla, 2e vlada americka zaeala yydavat nove cestovni pasy ktere budou men g, uhlednej§i a na kterych bude udano jmeno, datuin narozeni, rodne mfsto a na zadni strane bude se nalezat to same jenk v tajnem pismu ktere bude viditelne kdy se da pod jiste svetlo, aby vedeli kdyby nekdo chtel se dostat nezakonite do nag zeme, a aby ho hned zatkli. Asi byly ptiklady kdy se to dosti easto odehralo a chteji tomu zabranit.

V Parkland nemocnici zde v Dallas meli ve evrtek a patek velke nesnaze kdyi elektricky system jim vypovedel a meli skoro VSude tmu a kolik set magi muselo pracovat a hledet to dat do potadku, protok osettovatelky mely velice moc nesnazi hledet opttit nemocne. Lekati museli odlait operace a nutne operace musely se konat v jinych nemocnicich. V patek odpoledne to spravili a zas bylo svetlo po 26. hodin tmy, ktere pacienty vystragilo.

Take jsem se dovedela, 2e v Ennis zemtela neda.vno pan' Anna Hrneitova (rozend Latiova) ye veku 80 let, kterou jsme dobre znali i celou jeji rodinu. Pan! Hrneitova byla del§i dobu nemocna. Jeff mantel Rudolf zemtel v 1970 a syn Rudolf ml. te2 v 1970. Zanechava jednoho syna George Hrneite, jednu dceru pi. Ann Zalkovskou; jednoho bratra. Joe Lata, etyti sestry: pi. Angelina Mikeska, sl.

Louise Lakvou, pi. Mary Cunninghamovou a pi. Lily Bakerovou, tti vnoueata a jednoho pravnuka a nekolik neteri a synovcft. Ulokna na htbitov Myrtle za sluiby Rev. Habermana. Ptejeme zesnule tichy spanek na veenosti a sourozencum a detem na,§1 soustrast.

Te2 v Victorii zesnul pan John Kopec ve veku 61 let a pohtben na Myrtle htbitove. Byl synem krajana Johna Kopce (ktery po mnoho let byl zamestnan v teznictvi) a jeho manklky Josefiny Hlavaeove.

Pattil ku V.F.W. Post 4146 ye Victoria, SFJST tadu 25, R.V.O.S. a byl veteranem Druhe valky.

Zanechava manielku a syna Johna W. ve Victorii, due dcery, pi. Patti Longshore z Los Alamos, New Mexico a pi. Carol Thur z Victoria; tti bratty Joe Kopec ze San Antonio, Charlie Kopec z Dallas a Jerry Kopec z Ennis; a etyti sestry: pi. R. W. Priddy z Bristol, pi. Helen Bailey z Dallas, pi. Joe Titsworth z Ferris a pi.

Bill Simmons z Mattaw, Washington a nekolik neteti a synovcii. Zase jeden, ktereho jsme znali, ode§el do neznama a my mu ptejeme klid na veenosti a rodine vyslovujem soustrast.

Ty kteri kdysi bydleli v Ennis moina, bude zajimat zprava,ze v Nocona, Texas zemtela byvala Ruth Abramsova, ktera se provdala za ueitele G. W. Humphreyse ktery vyueoval v stare Alamo Skole a pozdeji se odstehovali do Nocona.

Ona byla ji2 mnoho let v chatrnem zdravi a zesnula ve veku 89 let. Kdysi pied lety jsme s bratrem Nocona a p. Humphreys, ktery byl tet mym ueitelem v Alamo §kole v 1918, nas rad ptivital a na use se ptal. Byl to hodny elovek kteremu je nyniji2 92 let. Sestra pi. Humphreysove vy§la §kolu se mnou a znali jsme celou rodinu. Necht' zesnula odpoeiva v pokoji.

Letos pry v Oklahorne budou miti nejvetSi drodu pekanft (otechft) od roku 1967 a zda se, 2e i jinde treba v nakm Texasu bude tote2. Cena na farmach je prumerne $1.25 ale v obchode vyloupane jsou letos dosti drahe. Nyni pied svatky ovkm se jich hodne prods na rftzne peeivo a jsou dobre.

V Ennis meli cely tyden tak zvany "open house" v Citizen's National bance a kaidY mohl si prohlednout novou ptistavbu k bance, a trvalo to cely tyden. Maji tam nyni mnohem vice mista pro vkchno a hezky se to tam vyjima. Na teto bance jest zanestnano mnoho na gich krajanft a misto-ptedsedou jest tam !IAA dobry ptitel p. Joe Vitovsky jii moc let.

Gratulujeme bance a zamestnancum a pfejeme use dobre.

Kdo ma rad krocanni maso tak letos mule si doptat co bude si Oat, nebot' pry letos je o mnoho vice krocanft naprodej kdyi se "urodilo" vice jak 168 milionft tech ptakft a cena ma snad jiti dolft. Jeliko2 ptlstf tyden ji2 bude Den dikftvzdani tak pfeji kaidemu aby se mel vyborne na svatky a al vSeho.

Rad Slovanska Lipa 'C'islo 66. Waco Cteni bratti a sestry.

Prune prosim za odpu§teni, 2e jsem nebyl ye schilzi; nasledkem toho, schAze byla o tyden dtive; jsem si to spletl a myslel jsem k to schfize bude nasledujici nedeli a zustal jsem doma.

Na§i schuzi zahajil nas ptedseda Daniel Nors o neco dtive jako obyeejne. Vlajky nastolili Larry Brem a James Yates. hest vlajce odFlkali vSichni ptitomni jako i nak spokova hesla.

Povstali jsme k -fiche modlitbe za ode§lou sestru Vlastu Svobodovou; budii test jeji pamatce a zeme lehkou.

VSichru titednici byli na svem miste a2 na moji maliekost. Sestra Bonnie Pruitt pteeetla protokol z tijnove schftze, ktery byl ptijat, tak jak byl eten; dale byly eteny dopisy, ktere se vytIdily dle potteby.

Sestra Darlene Engelke pteeetla zpravu naSich dozorcu ktera, jako v2dy, byla dobra. Bratr George Shilling podal zpravu za Zabavni vybor; tekl ze letos budeme mit na§i vanoeni veselici (Christmas Party) 19. prosince a ka2cly Glen je zvan i s jeho rodinou. Dvete budou otevtene o etytech hodinach odpoledne; veeete bude o pftl §este; po veeeti nas navStivi Mikuld§ a donese na§im detem darky; tanec zaene o pul devate a o hudbu se postara "Brazos Valley Express" kapela; k tanci si mukte pozvat vase ptatele.

Ve sttedu, druheho prosince po schftzi dozorcil, budeme okraMovat naAi sin, tak prosime, kdo mukte, ptijd'te nam pomoci. Schuze dozorcft zapoene v 'gest hodin a obyeejne trva asi hodinu.

Na§ novoroeni tanec, ve sttedu 31. prosince, zapoene o pftl devate, dvete budou otevi-ene v '§est hodin veeer a vstupne, kdy si koupite vstupenku pied tancem je pet dolaru; u dveti bude §est dolara za osobu a bude brat Billy Uptmor kapela.

Za mlade2 podala zpravu sestra Libby Parmova; tekla nam 2e "Caritas" si pteje velke grocerni saeky, dale dekovala za mnoho potravin, ktere elenove darovali; toto bylo odevzdano "Caritas" k rozdani.

Dale 2e mlade2 udelala dary "Meals on Wheels" a "Easter Seals" a 2e budou mft svoji vanoeni zabavu 22. prosince. Mlakle2 darovala tadu 160. dolart na zakoupeni velkeho lustru (Chandelier) do sttedu nag taneeni podlahy za co2 mladeif srdeene dekujeme; bude to krasna ozdoba pro nag sin.

Za Nemocensky vybor podala zpravu sestra Polly GaiduSkova k poslali pozdravni karty sestte Leona Nors, ktera mela neftesti; pri padu si zlamala kyeli ale u2 se doma, pozdravuje a doufame ie co nejdfive bude zase ye schuzi (davej si pozor sestro Leona!) Dale poslala kartu bratru Ira Niswangerovi, ktery si zlamal nohu kdyi ho uhodilo auto pti ptevadeni ptes ulice pH kole; dale kartu bratru Louis Kroll, ktery mel operaci srdce (snad se mu vede dobre); vkm nemocnym ptejeme brzke a trvale uzdraveni co nejdtive.

Nove eleny jsrne ptijali: Duane Ray

25.1istopadu 1981 VESTNIK /13

Martin, Robert Edward Ferons Jr., Dillion James Locke, Melissa L. Vrba, Rachel Lynn Holeeek a Gina Ray Marek; doufame te se jim u nas bude libit a te budou navgtevovat nage schfize.

Byla etend resoluce za na g odeglou sestru Vlastu Svobodovou; budit eest jejf pamatce a zeme lehkou.

Dale byla diskuse ohledne "Cheer Baskets" pro star gf k vo.noctim, vgechno je moc drahe, ate je to velka prace je ptipravit a dodat, tak jsme darovali "Family Abuse Center" 200. dolaril a nas vybor navgivi Domov odpoeinku a o tomto se bude jednat pozdeji, Narozeniny v listopadu mely sestry Mary Alice Langlotz, Georgia Pavlieek a Agnes Janek a bratti Henry West, Daniel Nors, George Trefny, Frank Parma, Frank Nors, Raymond Weinberger a Leo Klimitchek; zpfvali jsme jim "Happy Birthday."

Dvetni cenu vyhrala sestra Bernice Pankonien.

Pak se ptikroeilo k volbe fitednikil kteti na rok 1982 budou: ptedseda Daniel Nors, misto-ptedseda Johnnie Gaidugek, tajemnice Bonnie Pruitt, tieetni Darlene Engelke, anglicka dopisovatelka Annie Hanu g, eesky dopisovatel Otto Hanuk prilvodce George Pauling, vedouci mladete Barbara Brem a nosici vlajek jsou Larry Brem, James Yates a Chris Owens.

Dozoref zvoleni jsou Frank Miller, Ray Orsag, James Pavlfeek, Arthur Langlotz, Frank Parma, Leslie Dungan a Frank Kofnovec.

Do Zabavnillo vyboru jsou zvoleni: George Shilling, Irene Mueller, Ruby Orsag, Leona Nors, Mary Alice Langlotz, Georgia Pavlfeek, Polly Gaidugek a Georgia Kofnovec.

Bylo odhlasovano nekonat schuzi v prosinci nasledkem toho ze je moc zabav a jinych udalosti a te to neni moine vgechny zastat, tak na ge ptigti schtize bude 17. ledna, 1982; v teto schuzi budou ustanoveny dal gi vybory a jine zaletitosti pro nastavajici rok, tak prosfme dostavte se v pinem poetu.

K ukoneeni pfejeme vgem zvolenym ittedniktim a vyborti m mnoho gtestf v jejfch tadove a spolkove praci v novem roce. Za maji maliekost v gem elenUm a ptateliim ptejf Vesele Vanoce a velice gfastny Novy rok a zvlagte dobre zdravfeko ten nej yzacnej gf klenot na svete: DOBRE ZDRAVI! S bratrskym pozdravem, Otto Hanug.

-SPJST(Psani opozdeno)

Vitame Vas z taciu Rozkvet eislo 172.

Vatene sestry, bratti i milovani nag krajane vgude po celem Texasu.

Bilh vas poteg ve vagi bolesti kde jste v domech nebo nemocnici. To vgem to lehke a dobre §: testi, zdravf z tech va gich nejakych tetkosti.

Posilame vam v gem nag pozdrav a jak se uzdravfte tak zveme vas k nam do Pasadeny, Texas se zileastnit tech nagich tancti na konci tYdne a shromatdeni a take si vyskoeit a skoeit do tance. Bude yam mnohem lepe, jestli mate berly tot dejte je do koutka a jak to muzika table hrat tak zapomente ie jste meli berly sebou.

Ptijed'te k !lam na den 28. listopadu v sobutu; budeme mit Juliuse Tupu a jeho zapadni i starodavni dupandu a ten mladik s temi houslemi, jak on umf ne ne hrat; jako slavfeek pod horami zpiva. "Tot Matenko,

pokgiruj mi kone a pojedeme do jezera na konci tydne na vylet a budeme se tam Mat." Je tam vesela hra a muzikanti hraji at se steny strany ttepetaji. To take skoeime si do koleeka do kola.

Mtij bratr Frank M. Mikeska trohu churavi s tou spatnou "flu" a zimnici, ale ut je mu trochu lepe; trapilo ho to po dva tydny a lekat ho zdrtel z toho moc bolenf hiavy; a ten gvagr, Frank I. Hanzelka skdee trochu po tech berlech, proto k jak ty kone gly do koleeka do kola v tom starodavnim balovaeu toi zapomnel nohu v to velke krmici dire v balovaeu tak,ze brzy ji mohl ztratit, ale ut je tomu davno. Take je mu lepe to pozdrav obema rodinam bratra a gvagrove.

Katdodenne krmi jeho dobytek bez pomoci, ano neni lenivy, pravi kdyz ma jednu nohu po berli tak druha je moc pottebna, ne jeho velkem ranei ve vyslutbe bez starosti. A sestra Marie Anna tet je trochu churava z to starosti a dteni na tech farmach od tmy do tmy, ovgem bez zastavky; na farmach neni prace konce nikdy.

Sobotu 7. listopadu zajeli jsme si do salu u tadu Pokrok eislo 88. a dobre jsme se meli. Host' bylo moc pod vedenfm Homer Alexander a jeho tenugky i jsme se se gli s bratrem Aloisem Hanugem i bratrem Tim Kostom; radi nas tam uvideli Nag hoste phi stolu byli Ella Louise a Lee Flores; oni jsou dobte znami s nami a radi jsme se ptivitali i take s hubiekami a mnoho jinych; oni meli 4 stoly pine; dfky jim i take zvou nas na ptigti dupandu a ti muzikanti Raymunda Jureeky hrali at se steni ttepaly; muzika byla velice nadherna byli jsme v to pane jidelne po tanci na dobre snidani a tarn byla cela Jureekova "banda" muzikantil; diky jim za ptitomnost, radi jsme se lepe tam poznali s temi z Weimar, Texas.

Ptijd'te k nam take vy Jureekovi herci vy umite pane hrat; nam vgem sttevice ptestoupovaly pod stoly jak jsme tu Jureekovu kapelu videli na tom jevigti (nebo pavlae; jako my to vyslovujeme). Sal byl dosti ptepinen.

Take jsme radi uvideli ty Ceske hudebniky z Praha v Cechoslovenku; i oni prisli k nagem stolu ja jsem si s nimf dobte pomluvil Cesky. Oni tomu byli povdeeni; ten hlavnf hudebnik byl pan Eduard Brabec, trochu vousaty ale ovgem dobry hoch, byli jsme povdeenf. Pan Eduard Brabec take taneil s na g dcerou Margie Lee Nelmsovou; on tomu byl povdeenyze se mu dostalo trochu vytaneit a mel smfch od strany na stran y i &loyal nagi dceti moc za jejf pozvanf do tance. Take nadherne eesky zpfvali na jevigti i ja s nimi pri stolu jsem zpival ty Ceske pisnieky.

Dostal jsme karetku od pana Brabce aby jsme si dopisovali do to Prahy v Ceskoslovensku; oni jiste na to nezapomenou. Zvali jsme jich do to nag sine v Pasadena, Texas jak tu oni pfijedou podruhe. Dekoval nam pan Brabec za pozvanf. To budeme se tegit na jejich navrat do Americky.

Take jegte mame trochu listku na ten novoroenf tanec v Pasadene 31. prosince. Na ge taneeni listky nebudou u dveti na prodej, ale mista je dost. Ptijed'te ptivitat ten Novy rok a dat staremu roku dfk a s Bohem te nam byl tak bohaty a uptfmny za to Boti potehnani ve zdravf, za sflu, utechu i penetite bohatstvi ate mame Bohem dany mir v Americe. Diky Bohu!

Tak Tide dobtf, sestry a bratti pititdejte do vagich ?MU do schfai v kterem tadu patfite; schaze jsou

zajimave i ureite; vyslechnete teditele noviny zasluhujf tedy podporu vgech kterehokoliv vrstev co se bude konat a konalo posledne nagich jestli jste nebyli na schuzi posledne, spoleeenskeho postaveni a bud'te ptitomni katdokrat jestli je jakehokoliv \Tau. Cetba nagich yam motile ve zdravf i sile, tadny nevi Ceskoamer. novin jet: east() je jedinym jestli yam bude motile by. t ptitomni pote genim ptestarlych krajanil je druhe schuze. Jenom na g spagtel vi prave tak vhodnou-mimo ostatnfch jestli ne nebo ano. Zivota mnoha nam dospelych-i nas' mladeti. Navic je i neni dano do staleti. Bud'te deebni pomilckou tem, co se uei Ceske ptichystani s \rag pojigtkou v tadech reei: Dfky Bohu, ie krise v Na ginci je pro vase poziistale, atd.

Tak pro dnes s bratrskym vyte gena a tento tydenfk bude pokraeovat pod vedenfm p. Josefa D. pozdravem, s Bohem a na shledanou!

Vrabela. K udrteni Na gince a Jan T. Mikeska, Vas eesky dopisovatel.

Hospodate je vgak pottebi mit tu v Texasu vice ptedplatitelii obou techto -SPJSTeeskoamerickych novin. Zakladnim ion v Ennis Sici Ve Ctvrtek 12. listopadu elenky krokem k dosaieni tohoto cue je giciho kroutku si zajely do "Circle H" ptedev§im nutne zvy git narodnf restaurace, kterou vlastnf p. a pi. uvedomeni mnoha lidf na geho ptiwodu Slyvester Holy na obed. Mely ut tu v Texasu.

K narodnimu uvedomeni a k vgechno ptipravene, tak si kaida vybrala jidlo podle sve chuti, a glo se zbaveni se v na gich tadach velmi do prostorne jfdelny, kterou jsme roz gitene lhostejnosti k rodnemu rychle zapinfly, neb nas bylo celkem ptivodu vezmeme si ptiklad z nagich 37 elenek. Jidlo bylo chutne a obsluha gpanelsky mluvicich spoluobeanii.

Jejich etnicka skupina ma zde v dobra.

Po obede jsme jely zpet do Sokol- Texasu a teti jinde ye Spojenych ovny. Sestra ptedsedkyne zahajila Statech tadu novin a jinych publikaci Ptedne se ptala sester jestly s mnoha odberateli. Tito lido, jak byly s obedem spokojene; s. katdy z nas vi, jsou na svilj pilvod potleskem jsme daly najevo, ie ano. velmi hrdi, nedaji na svou etnickou Vtely dfk path' sestte ptedsedkyni skupinu dopustit a sve noviny si jeden Mary Latnovske za jeji ocohotu vge druhemu nepiljeuji ponevadz si je v sprosttedkovat a obstarat. Bylo to katde rodine z ucty a lasky k svemu ptivodu sami ptedplaceji. Mexickopekne.

Dekovne listky byly pkeeteny od Americke organizace teti gpanelsky sester Vivian Vranove a Alice tigtene noviny finanene podporujf a Robertsove. Te§ilo nas te obe byly nikdy by pro par stovek ugettenych zase mezi nami. Sestra Janeekova pry dolarti netiskly sve zpravy u podekovala za soustrastny listek a konkurenenich tiskaren, co nemaji s lfstek k narozeninam. jejich narodnimi snahami nic Nemocne hla gene sestry: Ann spoleeneho. Spanelsky mluvicim Mullinsova a Stasie Trojaekova; spoluobeaniim se tet nikdy nestalo a nestane aby nektera jejich tiskarna ptejeme rychle uzdraveni.

Narozeniny v listopadu maji sestry: ztratila smlouvy (kontrakty) od Parmova, Kopeekova., Ja gkova a mexicko-americkych organizaci Vytopilova. Zel te iadna nebyla jelikot vedeni a v gechno Clenstvo kterekoliv z jejich organizaci by tomu schtfze ptitornna.

Mely jsme jednani ohledne toho, proste nedovolilo. Jejich soudrtnost a zda bychom si mely nechat vzft jednota v etnickych vecech jsou spoleene fotografie elenek. Sestra obdivuhodne, nam Bohuiel tato ptedsedkyne sdelila te vygetti, ktery pospolitost stale chybf jelikot mame fotograf fotografuje takove skupiny, penize na vge jineho mimo podpory eeskych novin a Casto i jinych a za jakou cenu.

Na.ge tajemnice kroutku Annas- etnickych zaletitosti. Nage tazie a jejf p. mantel Charlie Jurefk eeskoamericke organizace ptispivajf oslavili svoje zlate vyroef. Sestra east() znaenymi obnosy penez na ptedsedkyne ptivitala oslavence a vgechny motne dobroeinne ueely ptala jegte mnoho let gtaseneho zapominajic, te nejvet gi dobrodinf by spolutitf a podala od kroutku darek: ueinily pravidelnou finaneni podporou eeskych novin, ktere jsou pane eletricke hodiny.

Mile sestry nage ptigti schuze bude velmi nutne k tivotnosti nageho spojena s vanoeni veselicf. Budeme narodniho dedictvi. Prospech nag mit spoleeny °bed, stromeeek, a krajanske vetve, dobra, representace darky k Vine* sestry jsou tadane u nagich spoluobeanu jineho puvodu a aby kaida, ptinesla utiteeny darek ne plodne etnicke Usili zachovat eesky mene jak $2.50. Prosim kaida si dejte jazyk a Ceskou kulturu ptigtim na darek sve jmeno. Schtize bude pokolenim velmi zavisi na nagem eeskem tisku, ktery je komunikaeni potadana 10. prosince.

S pozdravem, prosttedek — spojeni nas vgech-k Rfitena Zazvorkova. informativnosti, k pospolitosti, k -SPJSTjednote v etnickem usili a k nagi osvete kdekoliv v Texasu.

Bratti a sestry Slovanske Zaverem dne gni uvahy k situaci Podpurne Jednoty Statu etnickeho tisku opakuji dve nageho Texasu a v§ichni ctenali zakladnf fakta. Ceske noviny v eeske easti SPJST Vestniku!

Ceske krajanske noviny, stejne Texasu pottebuji mnohem vice jako na ge tee, jsou spoleenym ptedplatitelu a pravidelnou finaneni pojitkem nas vgech co se opravdu podporu od vgech nagich hlasime k svemu rodnemu ptivodu. eeskoamerickych organizaci.

Ceske noviny, easopisy, knihy a jine Zakladnfm bodem (principem) ustavy tiskoviny jsou spolu s hovorovou neboli pravidel katde z techto eegtinou nezbytne nutne k udrieni organizaci je zachovani eeskeho odkazu na gich ptedka. Zdejg jazyka a na g kultury. Krajanske krajansky tisk nas sblituje razovitymi organizace jsou vesmes vgechny dopisy svych etenatia—dopisovatelti a velmi dobre finanene situovany takie podava #16,in informaeni zpravy z jsou smegne a neexistujici v3r'mluvy, krajanskeho tivota i organizaci, te k podpote zdeigich eeskych novin stmelujfc nas tak v celek, ktery se neni penez.

Zachovanf eeskych texaskych novin pravem da pak nazvat eeska krajanska vetev v Texasu. Ceske ovgem zavisi tet na etnicke aktivite

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ka2deho z nas. K teto aktivite, k dcte, k lasce i k hrdosti k rodne krvi, naleM samortejrne finanenf i moralrif podpora (ptedplaceni) na'Sich aeskoamerickych novin. Uvedomme si velikou dnle2itost eeskych novin k zachovanf nakho narodnfho dedictvf, ptedplacejme si naSe krajanske noviny a v naSich spolcfch nalehejme by tyto noviny byly podporovany.

Snalme se te-2 zfskat v naSem okolf nove odberatele na'Sich eeskych texaskych novin — Hospodate a NaSince. Kde je dmysl, chut' a zajem uchtet na§e narodnf dedictvf, tam je pak i opravdova snaha sehnat dalSf ptedplatitele naSich zdej§fch eeskych novin. TImto usilfm zachovame pak 'Zivotnost naS1 krajanske vetve pro tadu dal§fch naAich generacf.

Nakonec ptipojuju zakladnf informace k odberu na§ich eeskych texaskych novin.

Casopis (noviny) Hospodat je vazany etrnactitydennik, 48 stran, velikost 8 x 11 paled., cena 14 dolarn roene. Adresa tiskarny a redakce: Cechoslovak Publishing Co., P.O. Box 38, West, Texas 76691.

Noviny Na§inec jsou tydennfk, 12 stran, nynej g velikost 101/2 x 15 cena 15 dolarfr roene. Nynej§i" adresa: Na§inec, c/o Joe D. Vrabel, Mgr., P.O. Box 636, Granger, Texas 76530.

John J. Karas z Houstonu --SPJST-

Novink$, z tido Rozkvet SPJST emit) 172. Pasadena Va2ene sestry a bra,tti a milovanf naSi krajane wade po celem naSem Texasu. l3frh vas pates ye va§f bolesti po tech nemocech a coz vas trap-. a to u'2 zase nastava zima toe niejte vas

domov dosti teply abyste nebyli vic nemocnf; to horg je bli2e Lt2 za dvetml nastavajfef ta naSe zima z Kanady do Texasu, to2 take dejte si ;\t-c ptikryvek na pastel a jestli mate plynovy ohtivae to2 ho ptes noc zhasnete abyste navdy neusnuli; plyn je velice nebezpeeny pro vSechny. My tu v Pasadene, Texas tadu v'Zdy nezapominame na zdravf, Stestf a veselost a velikou lasku ke v'Sem !name.

Na,§e tadove sestry a bratti s milovanf a laskou a mySlenkou na vSechny a modlftby pro vSechny ke zdravf a filevu coz mite byt k lepSfrnu zdravf a veselosti aby se vSichni mohli dostavit mezi nas.

Take Margie Lee Nelmsova, naSe dcera, byla osetrovatelkou svojf vnucce a vnuku, kteff oba podstoupili dve operate a ta na'Sf pravnuee je pet a pfil roku a pravnuk ye veku dva roky. V sobotu d.2 mohli pt damn.

Take flak dcera, ptijela domu nazpet do Houstonu z Victorie. Kdy'Z ti mladf byli v nemocnici take jsou v lepMn stavu a dobte se jim vede. Diky Bohu za vyslySenf nasich rnodlfteb za v'Sechny, kteff jsou a byli nemocnf pozdrav pro vsechny od nas to v Houstone a Pasa,dene ze tadu SPJST 172.

Na.Se schrize se konala ye sttedu 11. listopadu a zahajena byla naSim bratrem pfedsedou Vitorem Peterem a prvnfrn misto-ptedsedou Albertem Risingerem se v§emi tediteli a velice mnoho sester a brattf. Tak se ptistoupilo do schtize a byla laskave uznana a moc pted nas bylo dodano bratrri a sester na jejich vysly§enf.

To2 zase dame vSern vedet 2e jeste marne ne moc listkfr (tickets) dorna i v tadu na prodej na ten vesel y' start' a Novy rok. Muzika bude dodana, Lee Roy Matochou z Fayetteville, Texas.

Po rtivitanf novella roku budeme person, places, things, nations, etc. rozdavat snfdani pro ty chutne jfdla (but not religious bodies or organizajako kukutfeny ch yb, eerne fazole, tions), titles of books, films, etc. take §pek nebo klobasy, toe pfijed'te capitals: Ex.: v§ichni ze v§ech stran. Doufarne Karel Dvotak, Wilsonovo nadraff, pohoda bude pekna.

Dunaj, Anglican, Cechy, Smetanova Na prfstf sobotu 28. listopadu opera, "Prodand nevesta", etc., and budeme mit tanec "country-western" Na§e tfrnsko-katolicka cfrkev; Velika a smichanou; jestli jste nekteff slovanska podporujicf jednota. neslySelf houslistu hrat, to2 ptijed'te k Capitals are not used for emphasis nam, a on umf zpivat, atd. Muzika or for news headlines in Czech. On bude nakho oblfbeneho Julius Tupa a the whole, the use of capital letters is jeho "Mid-night Shift"; zveme vas rather restricted in Czech. vkchny a jestli chcete mft dobre easy Here are other important points in a veselost, tak nezapomerite na tad spelling: efslo 172. v Pasadene, Texas i se Pronouns and possessive adjectives sebou si ptineste va§i "BYOB" a jine of the POLITE — FORMAL usage napoje jsou v na'Sf nalevne. are capitalized, as are those of the V na§i nalevne vas tam naSi haste' FAMILIAR — INFORMAL usage: dobte obslou2f; tam jsou sestra Vy, Vam, Vas; Ty, Tvuj, Tobe. The Emilia a bratr Norman Toftovi a latter are ALWAYS in caps; the Willie a Esther Kowalski; oni majf polite form is capitalized only when v-Sechny radi a majf fisrnev pro referring to one person. If you are vkchny s laskavou obsluhou a jestli referring to a group (plural), then the chcete mft dobre easy, to'2 naSi brati-i pronouns are not capitalized. a sestry vas zvou mezi nas k A common error made by many nastoupeni jako &Trove a elenky do Czechs in this area is that when they tadu 172. Rozkvet SPJST ye use the formal Vy, Vas, Vam, they Pasadene, Texas. 26,dny toho use a PLURAL verb, although they nebudete litovat 2e jste mezi lidmi are addressing only one person. jako jedna rodina; zveme vas, WRONG: Vy, (1 person) jste veera neeekejte na druhy tyden a hlaste se jeli do mesta. RIGHT: Vy jste veera hned; mo2'na k dray tyden neptijde, jel do mesta. Do not use a plural verb ale doufarne 2e ano. unless you are speaking to more than Na shledanou v Pasadene 28. one person. listopadu a poznaete si den na svem The pronoun ja is not capitalized; kalendati take na tou veeeff a zdarma neither do we capitalize adjectives tanec 5. prosince; zveme v§echny a and adverbs indicating nationality. vitarne vas.

(This IS done in English). Ex.: Mam Pokoj vSem a mfr ve svete. S eeskou 2enu. (I have a Czech wife).

Bohem pro dnes.

Mluvfme eesky. (We speak Czech).

Jan T. Mikeska, Punctuation marks are the same in vas eesky dopisovatel.

Czech as in English: (See also Lesson -SPJST 5.) vykhCnik (!) teeka (.) uzovovacf carka (,) znarnenka (" ") sttednik (;) zavorky ( ) dvojteeka (:) rozdelovacf pomleka (—) znamenko (-) otaznIk (?)

One big difference in English and Czech punctuation has to do with the use of commas.

Commas are used before and after a relative clause: Ztratil jsem knihu, kterou mi dal.

—before and after a noun clause: Je dobte, 'te tomu rozumfS. —before and after an adjective clause: Vkchen cukr, vkchna kava.

—before and after an adverbial clause: Jakmile me uvidel, sel prye.

Finally, quotation marks are always preceded by a colon. Ex.: Otec Lekce jedenatticata --- Lesson 31 tekl synovi: "Pracuj a tre se!" (In Spelling and Punctuation Czech, the first quotation marks are In today's lesson, we are repeating on the line, not inverted, and ARE part of a previous lesson, relating to inverted at the end of the quotation. correct Czech spelling and punc- Our machines here do not print the tuation. The items touched on double inverted quotation marks. The concern some of the most often-made trend here in the US is to use the mistakes by some of our Czech cor- standard English quotation marks -respondents. Therefore, we feel it bears repeating.

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Ueme se eesky Let Us Study Czech!

Zde opakujeme lekce z minuleho efsla tykajfcf se delenf vet a pravopisu. Tyka, se to chyb, ktere se nejeasteji delajf eeskymi dopisovateli.

Prato, veffme, 2e to stoji za opakovanf.

Use of capital letters: There is a difference in the usage of capital letters in Czech and English. Ex.: Yesterday was Wednesday, July 14, 1968.

VCera byla stteda 14. eervence 1968.

Consequently, days of the week and month are NOT capitalized. NOTE ALSO THAT A SIMPLE PERIOD IS USED AFTER THE DATE. Proper nouns, thata.is,names of

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sestra — sester, studentka — studeptek, dIvka — dfvek, toy arna — tovaren, and similarly

movable -e-:

jfdelen, oken, efsel, divadel, kamen; but lampa -- lamp, mesto — 'nest.

Compare: Karel — A. sg. Karla, pes — psa, otec — otce, kopec — na kopci.

2. Type ulice/ulic represents nouns of home origin that end in -ce, -ice, or -ile, -ile: silnice, afce, kosile, chyle, stanice, radnice, sesttenice, vanoce, velikonoce, Budejovice, and other.

Words of foreign origin ending in -ce: revoluce, existence, and the rest of feminine nouns ending in N. sg. in -e, decline like rule/rail: prate, kffte, tabule,zidle, veeete, fotografie, Marie, peeene, etc.

3. Some nouns shorten their stem vowel in G. pl.: penize — penez, chvfle — chvil, 121ce — lzic, sfla sil (force, power), jmeno jmen, leto — let.

4. Two words with double G. pl. form and double meaning: nedele: 5 nedel (5 weeks) — 5 nedelf (5 Sundays); leto: 5 let (5 years) — 5 let (5 summers).

2) As for the use of genitive plural see lessons 17, 18 and 19. G. pl. is also used after words mnoho, hodne, moc (all: much, many), malo (few), trochu (a few), par (a couple of), kolik (how many), nekolik (several), tolik (so many) and numerals higher than four: pet, 'gest, sedrn . . . deset . . . padesat pet . . . sto ... Observe: Ten cizinec zna jen deset eeskych sloe.

Alena ma ve §kole mnoho dobrych kamaradd a kamaradek. Kup mi pet slanych housek a deset rnakovych Zeptali jsme se tech cizincri.

Na ptedna'Ace bylo mnoho Cech y a Slovakfr a take nekolik Amerieanil.

Zustanu v Praze od vanoc ai do velikonoc. Bohuzel (unfortunately) si nepamatuji jmena tech krasnych hradri, ktere jsme videli.

3) Some imperfective verbs form pairs with one member, the durative verb, expressing an action that occurs in a definite time, once: determinate verbs; and the other member, the iterative verb, expressing an action in general, or action that occurs repeatedly, often: indeterminate verbs. Observe: Dries veeer pujdu do divadla.

Bratr Karel jeS'te chodi do 'Skoly.

Ja, a Honza jederne na vylet.

V lete jezdime kaIdy rok na venkov.

Tatinek nese v ruce aktovku.

Listono§ nosi dopisy. (every day) Letadlo v 10.45 leti do Brna.

Ptaci letaji. (they can fly) Deti beiely domfr.

Deti behaly po hristi. (started and stopped running many times) Autobus pfivez1 deti ze Autobusy vozi lidi.

Karel ptivedl pfitele na naytteyu.

Prayodce (guide) vodi turisty pa Praze.

JAN HOLUB —SPJST-

28th lesson. Genitive P Durative and Iterative Verbs.

1) tech my'ch/naSich modernich panirrnuiii tvych/va§ich dobrych hradu stroju jejich (her) ien ulic /rail mest pisni kosti moti nadraii Note 1. Types iena and mesto drop their vowel endings and therefore we often find at their ends difficult groups of consonants. We separate ants by inserting a these consonants

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Lodge No. 4, Hallettsville Sunday, Dec. 13-Lodge Meeting; YC Christmas Games; Santa's visit; Birthday Celebrants honored, and Lunch will be served, 2 p.m. at Grant Bldg. ** *

Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood

Friday, Nov. 27-Social Friday, Dec. 4-Social Sunday, Dec. 6-Lodge Meeting & Election of Officers, 3 p.m. ***

Lodge No. 13, Dime Box

Saturday, Nov. 28-People's Choice Saturday, Dec. 5-Jess Dernaine Saturday, Dec. 12-Horizons Saturday, Dec. 19-Good Vibrations Sunday, Dec. 20-Monthly Meeting ***

Lodge No. 18, Elgin Saturday, Nov. 28-Leo Majek Saturday, Dec. 19-People's Choice ***

Lodge No. 23, Moravia Sunday, Dec. 13-Lodge Meeting & Election of Officers at Eddie Vrana's cabin, 2 p.m.; Ladies bring sandwiches and/or pastries

*** Lodge No. 24, Cyclone

Saturday, Nov. 28-Cimarron Saturday, Dec. 5-Hoff-Greger Wedding Dance: Casuals Wednesday, Dec. 9-Regular meeting, 7:30 Saturday, Dec. 12-Jerry Haisler Sunday, Dec. 13-Lodge No. 24 Christmas Party; supper, 4 p.m..

Saturday, Dec. 19-Horizons Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Horizons ***

Lodge No. 25, Ennis Saturday, Nov. 28-Country Boys Saturday, Dec. 5-Flashbacks Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance; Music by Jodie Mikula (For reservations call 875-5458) ***

Lodge No. 29, Taylor

Saturday, Nov. 28-Firemen's Ball (Private) Saturday, Dec. 5-Debonaires Saturday , Dec. 19-Lee Roy Matocha Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde ***

Lodge No. 35, Elk Saturday, Nov. 28-Starlites Saturday, Dec. 5-Jerry & Melody Five Saturday, Dec. 12-Brazos Express Saturday, Dec. 19-Country Drifters **

Lodge No. 38, Kovar

Sunday, Dec. 13-Installation of Lodge Officers and refreshments served ***

Lodge No. 39, Bryan

Sunday, Dec. 6-Christmas Party for Lodge 39 members and their families; social at 3 p.m.; dinner served at 4 p.m.; Youth Program and Santa's visit at 5:45; a free public dance starts at 6:30 ***

Lodge No. 47, Seaton

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ing, 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 8-No Choral Practice Saturday, Dec. 12-King of Swing Tuesday, Dec. 15-Board Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19-American Sunrise Tuesday, Dec. 22-No Choral Practice Saturday, Dec. 26-J. C. Whatley Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Jerry Haisler & Melody Five

*** Lodge No. 49, Rowena

Saturday, Dec. 5-Arts/Crafts Day & Flea Market, 8 to 5; food will be served all day, and concession stand will be open Sunday, Dec. 6-4th Quarterly Meeting & Election of Officers, 2 p.m.

Lodge No. 51, Ellinger Wednesday, Dec. 9-Annual Meeting at Ellinger Fire Dept. Bldg., 7 p.m. ***

Lodge No. 50, El Campo Wednesday, Dec. 2-Quarterly Meeting & Election of Officers; Christmas Party; Turkey Dinner; Santa's visit at American Auxiliary Bldg., 7 p.m. ***

Lodge No. 54, West

Saturday, Dec. 5-Private Party Saturday, Dec. 12-Wedding Dance Sunday, Dec. 13-Annual Lodge 54 Meeting; Election of Officers; Social, 1 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19-West Hospital Employees' Party ***

Lodge No. 66, Waco

Saturday, Nov. 28-50th Wedding Anniversary Open to Public at 8 p.m.; Music by Country Sensation Saturday, Dec. 5--RVOS Christmas Party Saturday, Dec. 12-Czech Harvesters Saturday, Dec. 19-Christmas Party for Lodge 66 members and their families; doors open at 4 p.m.; supper served at 5:30; Santa's visit and door prize drawings; dance at 8:30, with music by Brazos Express Saturday, Dec. 26-Jerry Haisler & Melody Five Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Billy Uptmor

Saturday, Nov. 28-The Moods Saturday, Dec, 5-Horizons Sunday, Dec. 6-Monthly Meeting, Election of Officers, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 12---Debonaires Saturday, Dec. 19-Casuals Friday, Dec. 25-Moods Saturday, Dec. 26-Silver Creek Band Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Moods

Lodge No. 81, Needville Sunday, Dec. 6-Lodge Meeting ***

Lodge No. 84, Dallas

Saturday, Dec. 5-Dance; Bill Kucera's Czech Mates Monday, Dec. 14-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19-Christmas Dance; Jodie Mikula Band Sunday, Dec. 20-Christmas Program, Dinner at 6:30 p.m. ***

Lodge No. 88, Houston

Friday, Nov. 27-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, Nov. 28-Vrazel Band (P/M) Friday, Dec. 4-Telstars (C/W) Saturday, Dec. 5-Ray Jurecka (B/R) Saturday, Dec. 12-John Sullivan (B/R) Sunday, Dec. 13-Monthly/Annual Meeting, 10 a.m.; free dinner served to members attending morning session Monday, Dec. 14-Christmas Program by youth, 7:30 Friday, Dec. 18-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, Dec. 19-Knights of Dixie (B/R) Saturday, Dec. 26-Donnie Wavra Thursday, Dec. 31-Nick Navarro (B/R) ***

Lodge No. 92, Ft. Worth

Saturday, Nov. 28-Lodge Dance: Henry Rejcek (For reservations call 624-1361) Thursday, Dec. 10-Ladies' Circle, 10:30 a.m.

Sunday, Dec. 20-Lodge Meeting, 1 p.m.; Christmas Program, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Polka Patriots (Call 6241361 for reservations) ***

Lodge No. 130, Dallas & Sokol Zizka

Saturday, Nov. 28-Czech Harvesters Polka Band Saturday, Dec. 12-Jodie Mikula Saturday, Dec. 19-The Melody Masters Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Harold Strand Orch. ***

Lodge No. 141, Sealy Wednesday, Dec. 2-Regular aidge Meeting & Election of Officers Wednesday, Dec. 9-Christmas Party and Christmas Auction

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Lodge No 67, Schulenburg

Lodge No. 142, Houston

Sunday, Dec. 6-Lodge Meeting & Election of Officers & Social at American Legion Hall, 2 p.m.

Ladies bring sandwiches or pastries ***

Sunday, Dec. 6-Annual Lodge Meeting, 1 p.m. ***

Lodge No. 74, Lovelady

Saturday, Nov. 28-The Country Pride Saturday, Dec. 5-The Buckshots Saturday, Dec. 12-Jodie Jay and The Silvertones Saturday, Dec. 19-George Self and The Amarillo Express Saturday, Dec. 26-Larry Standly & The Brand New Day Thursday, Dec. 31-George Self & The Amarillo Express

Saturday, Nov. 28-Henry Haislers' 50th Wedding Anniversary; Music ***

by Wence Shimek Friday, Dec. 4-Casuals Lodge No. 80, Holland Saturday, Dec. 5-Red Ravens Wednesday, Nov. 25-Debonaires unday, Dec. 6-Lodge and YC Meet-' Friday; Velvets

Lodge No. 154, Ft. Worth

Sunday, Dec. 13-Monthly Lodge Meeting Thursday, December 17-Christmas Program, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance; music by Rick Garner and Rick 0-Shay

*** Lodge No. 172, Pasadena

Saturday, Nov. 28-Julius Tupa Saturday, Dec. 5-Christmas Party at 911 E. Shaw, Pasadena; covered dish, meal, 7 p.m. (bring enough food for your members/guests); free dance, 9 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 9-Lodge meeting and Election of Officers, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 12-City Polka Boys

Saturday, Dec. 26-Julius Tupa Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance; Music by Lee Roy Matocha, 8 to 1**

Lodge No. 175, Fort Bend Tuesday, Dec. 8-Lodge Meeting and Election of Officers at Rosenberg Civic Center at 7:30 p.m.; refreshments will be served after the meeting ***

Lodge No. 176, Houston Northwest Monday, Nov. 30-Annual Meeting at Western Room of Long Point National Bank in Spring Branch, 7:30 ***

Lodge No. 177, Academy

Saturday, Nov. 28-Bill Waits plus Jerry Haisler Saturday, Dec. 5-Hickory Creek plus Myra J. & Something Special Saturday, Dec. 12-The Country Magic of Houston Friday, Dec. 18-Special Christmas Party for Lodge 177 Members; doors open at 4 p.m.; supper and drinks will be catered by Vincel Mares at 5:30; dance from 7:30 to 10 with music by Bill Walt Good Timers following Saturday, Dec. 19-Billy Uptmor Saturday, Dec. 26-Jerry, Butch & The Gentres Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: The Gentres ***

Lodge No. 179, Warrenton

Saturday, Dec. 12-Lodge Meeting 8Z Christmas Party at Round Top Rifle Assn. Hall, 7 p.m.; Ladies bring covered food for ham; also gift exchange

Lodge No. 180, Burleson Saturday, Nov. 28-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Dec. 5-The Gentres Saturday, Dec. 12-American Sunrise Sunday, Dec. 13-Lodge Meeting & Election of Officers; a meal will be served afterwards; Ladies bring snacks Saturday, Dec. 19-Rhythm Reunion Saturday, Dec. 26-Ramblin' Rhythm Thursday, Dec. 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Rhythm Reunion *

Lodge No. 185, New Braunfels

Sunday, Dec. 20-Christmas/New Year Social ***

Lodge No. 186, Caldwell Thursday, Nov. 26-The Moods Saturday, Nov. 28-The Horizons Saturday, Dec. 5-Texas Unlimited Saturday, Dec. 12-The Good Vibrations Sunday, Dec. 13-Ellinger Combo Saturday, Dec. 19-Moods ***

Lodge No. 187, Round Rock Friday, Nov. 27-The Moods Saturday, Nov. 28-Debonaires Sunday, Nov. 29-Jerry Haisler & The Melody Five, 5-9 Friday, Dec. 4-Private Saturday, Dec. 5-Moods Friday, Dec. 11-Debonaires Saturday, Dec. 12-Jeff DeMaine & Austin Sunday, Dec. 13-H.O.T. Czechs, (P/W), 5-9 Friday, Dec. 18-Private Saturday, Dec. 19-Private

Lodge No. 188, Centerville Saturday, Nov. 28-Black Water ***

Lodge No. 189, BryanCollege Station Sunday, Dec. 13-Lodge meeting, also Christmas Party and. Dance •),.,*.*,

16/VESTNfK — Wednesday, November 25, 1981

A Dream Come True

SALES CAMPAIGN WINNERS PRIZES M/S Skyward

st Prize: Roy Hranicky 7-day Caribbean Cruise for two aboard the M/S Skyward.

Including air fare from DFW, Houston or San Antonio to Port of Miami.

d Prize: Willie Gloyna 7-day Mexico Before the Conquest Tour for two.

Including flight from DFW, Houston or San Antonio to Mexico City.

d Prize: Chester Shmoldas 5-day Mexico City Fiesta Tour for two.

Including flight from DFW, Houston or San Antonio to Mexico City.

4th, 5th, and 6th Prizes: Mildred Horak, Ruby Volek and Albin Machu.

7-7 7"7 " 40 =

3 nights in L-as Vegas for two at the Flamingo Hilton Tower.

Including flight from DFW, Houston or San Antonio to Las Vegas.

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