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

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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579to: SUPREMELODGE,SPJST, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76501 VOLUME 71-NUMBER 29 USPS- 65848000 JULY 27, 1983

Historical Event at La Grange Birthplace of SPJST

REMARKS MADE AT THE DEDICATION AND UNVEILING OF THE HISTORICAL MARKER COMMEMORATING THE ORGANIZATION AND FOUNDING OF THE SPJST ON THE FAYETTE COUNTY COURTHOUSE GROUNDS, LA GRANGE, TEXAS SUNDAY, JULY 10th, 1983

Supreme Lodge President Nick Morris: Greetings to all of you! We · are honored and pleased that you here today took the time and made the effort to attend this brief but historic occasion.

President Abraham Lincoln stood near the site where this great republic was born in Independence Hall, Philadelphia, a hundred years previous and during a flag-raising ceremony made a statement which I have borrowed (and changed just a little) and which I would like to para­ phrase: I am filled with emotion at finding myself standing near the place where collected together the wisdom, farsightedness, and devotion to principles, from which sprang the institution known today as the SPJST. Before I proceed with my other remarks, I would like to recognize some special guests here today: My wife Dorothy and son Michael Vice President Bernard Gebala and wife Evelyn Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska and wife Dorothy Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas and wife Betty Legal Adviser Sidney Kacir and wife Dorothy Director Ben Trcalek and wife Martha from Caldwell Director Sid Pokladník from Dallas Director Stanley Broz and wife Martha from near San Angelo Director Louis Hanus from Houston All of the above individuals are affiliated with the Supreme Lodge of the SPJST. The Honorable Oliver S. Kitzman, Judge of 155th Judicial District, and Mrs. Kitzman Walter Freytag, Chairman of Fayette County Historical Commis­ sion, and wife, Julia. You'll be hearing from Walter in a few minutes.

Text on the face of the SPJST historical marker.

Former longtime Fayette County Treasurer John Kubena, son of one of the charter members and organizers of the SPJST. You'll be hearing from John in a few minutes.

We wish to extend our special appreciation to County Judge Dan Beck and members of the Commis­ sioners' Court for having approved the erection and location of this marker on county property. Judge Beck was not able to be present today due to the serious illness of his

father, but we acknowledge the presence of his wife, Nancy Beck, and ask that she convey our words of gratitude to Judge Beck.

Commissioner Arno L. Ruether, Pct. No. 1, and Mrs. Ruether Commissioner Jack Littlejohn, Pct. No. 2, and Mrs. Littlejohn Commissioner Wilbert J. Gross, Pct. No. 3, and wife Ruby We are sorry Commissioner Royce Brauner, Pct. No. 4, could not be present.

La Grange Mayor Charlie J ungmichel and Mrs. J ungmichel State Treasurer Ben Janda of the State Headquarters of the KJT located here in La Grange.

We are also grateful for those members of the various news media who have taken time to record this event.

As noted on the marker itself that we will be unveiling in just a few moments, the first historic meeting concerning the SPJST took place in this courthouse in the second story in what is now the District Court Room December 28th, 1896 · almost 87 years ago. At that time, 25 Czech· Texans, almost all of them immi­ grants from Europe, gathered in that court room to establish a new fraternal benefit Society known as the Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas, known to this day throughout the state as the SPJST. Eighty-six years ago, almost to the day on June 20, 1897, the First Convention of the SPJST met in the same District Courtroom and during that convention agreed that the date of July 1st of that year would be the date that the new organization officially started doing business in Texas. The State Charter was approved and issued by the Secretary of State on August 12th of that year. I. J. Gallia was the first president and J. R. Kubena was the first secretary. By July 1st of that year the membership in the new organization consisted of 507 men and 375 women, for a total of 882 charter members.

Why and what led to the establishment of such an organization by a group of Texas immigrants? It has always been a constant pattern of immigration that those of a particular ethnic/ nationality group, after emigrating from their native land, seek out those who speak a common language, have common ideas, and share common customs. It was most natural then that this group of immigrants sought out the company and association of those of similar stations in life, plus the overwhelm­ ing desire to provide for their widows and orphans in the event of their death. The organization of the SPJST fulfilled a dual purpose: One of socializing and associating with your own kind, and the practical (Continued on Page 3)

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and honorable mention awards, which were distributed, by the district director, with the assistance from the State Youth Director.

We also wish to commend Lodge 25 members for hosting this annual affair and express everyone's gratitude for making it possible.

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The past two months were reserved for the SPJST youth, who once again had the opportunity to display their artistic work and/or talent at the Youth Achievement Days held in June and July.

District IV was the first district to hold their YAD in Seymour June 5th. The first place achievers' pictures appeared in the Vestnik, along with Youth Counselor Mary Haisler's writeup on the day's work.

She is to be complimented on her efforts and the assistance she received each year from her district officers and youth leaders.

*** June 26th, District I YAD was held at Lodge 186 in Caldwell. From some of the young members' letters in their district, the day must have been a pleasant one, with many happy first place winners. It was also of interest to hear that District I had two Beseda circles participating from Dime Box and New Tabor lodges.

We are awaiting the YAD's results with pictures from DYC Marlene Strong, who should be like­ wise complimented for spending her time with the young folks of our Society.

*** Also on June 26th, District III held its Youth Achievement Day with Lodge 25 hosting this event.

While observing the many arts/crafts entries and witnessing the talent entrants on that day, the editor must recall that District III started the arts/crafts competition within its own district under the supervision by the first Youth District Organizer, (titled in those days) Sister Emma Ceska of Lodge 66 and then Sister Wilma Nesuda, who held this office for a long period of time and broke the district's record by having the strongest and largest YAD participation in the entire SPJST. Since her (semi­ retirement on this same day (June 26) she was among one of the Talent and Royalty judges, and her sister, Dolphie Hrabina judged in another section. One should stop to think how much these two sisters have contributed to their mother lodge without asking, "What will I get out of the lodge'!" District III should feel fortunate to have these sisters.

District III has another record of interest: Sister Bessie Petr, district youth counselor, has achieved the longest record of serving as local lodge youth leader for Lodge 84. She is also one who is credited for her devoted work and who has stepped in like a "pro" to handle her obligations. This year she was assisted by Eddie Ray Banik, who served as SPJST State King several years ago.

Competition from the rural areas as well as from the larger cities came in strong at all levels. There were jovial faces while receiving top

This year Lodge 88 in Houston volunteered to host District V YAD, July 10th, and District VII held its YAD in New Braunfels on that same date. In the past, we had the oppor­ tunity to attend and witness their activities and both districts have good potential to hold successful YADs, therefore, we hope they were satisfactory. We shall wait to hear from DYC Dorothy Pflughaupt and DYC Maxine Pavliska to find out how well their entrants scored in their endeavors.

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Last but not least, District II and District VI, likewise, planned their YADs for July 17th.

We had the privilege to attend District II's YAD at Lodge 24 near Cyclone. The afternoon seemed full of excitement, especially when the cameramen from KCEN-TV and KWTX-TX filmed several per­ formances during the program; both stations also gave fine coverage on District II YAD, beforehand.

Brother Frank Klinkovsky, District II youth counselor of many years, handled the program well, with the help of members too numerous to mention. However, it was enjoyable to see the participation of SPJST State Queen Mandy Mikulencak and District II King Troy Marx who emceed the larger portion of the Y AD program.

Our hats off to those who also assisted behind the scenes to oversee that nearly 200 crafts were in the correct category; to oversee that the contestants were in their proper places for performing; plus to make certain that the 12 king/queen candidates, along with their dukes and duchesses were lined up in their designated places. It was truly a YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT DAY! Prior to the Individual and Group Talent competition, an attraction featured a Beseda circle of Lodge 74 Youth Club members, under the supervision of Youth Leader Linda Michka (who is also a schoolteacher in the Crockett area), who was the coordinator of this performance with the assistance from Sister Bessie Petr from Dallas while attending the Youth Leaders' Training Workshop in Temple; from all these participants resulted a surprised Beseda dance group who will also perform again at the State YAD in Temple, August 21st; Westfest in September at West, and the Mission Tejas Pilgrimage cele­ bration in October.

District II happens to be the only district with the most merit award checks distributed to the recipients on the local lodge and district level.

These checks were presented, on behalf of the SPJST, by President Nick Morris. Secretary/Treasurer Leonard Mikeska also attended the District II YAD. The host lodge has fine facilities to accommodate the large crowd they. had while acting host to District II YAD.

*** District VI is another district that is successful by the encouragement (Continued on Page 15)

Wednesday, July 27, 1983-VĚSTNfK/3 HISTORICAL EVENT (Continued from Page 1) necessity of providing for your survivors in case of death.

The idea of a separate and inde­ pendent Texas-based fraternal order had caught fire and most Texas-Czechs were eager to join.

Let us go back in thought for just a moment to those two dates in 1896 and 1897. I've seen pictures of this courthouse from those years and at that time there was a low metal fence around this court house. Of course, the area and streets around this court house were not paved; they were dirt and when it rained they were mud. Imagine on December 28th, 1896, if you had been here we would probably have seen a number of buggies pulled by horses with their harnesses probab­ ly draped over a section of that iron fence and you could well imagine the occasional thumping of the horses' hooves as they stomped in place. As to the courtroom itself, you could have probably heard the intense deliberations of those 25 individuals and I'm almost positive the wives and ladies in attendance watched with great interest from the balcony above the courtroom.

Ditto the same scene for June 20, 1897, except there were now dele­ gates from 22 lodges that were established since the December meeting. (Three lodges were not represented by delegates but organized before the month of July was out and they were substantially and are considered charter lodges.)

These three lodges were 23 Moravia, 24 Cyclone and 25 Ennis.

They were all formed and organized subsequent to this convention exact dates not known - but all were considered charter members of the Society and admitted as of July 1st.

J. R. Kuběna had a way with the pen. In his brief recorded minutes of the meeting in 1896, he took a few words to tell a big story. The announcement of that meeting appeared in the principal Czech language newspaper in the state at that time which was coincidentally also published in La Grange near this court house square. It was called Svoboda and was published in the building now occupied by Hengst Office Supplies. Haidusek owned it and Frank Lidiak was the editor.

"Dne 28. pros. 1896 sešlo se 25 Čechoslovanů v La Grange, Texas za účelem záložení nové Podporující Jednoty v státu Texas. Po delším rokování usnešeno zvoliti 3 členný výbor jemuž ponecháno na starosti sestavení stanov pro tuto Jednotu.

Výbor zvolen z těchto občanů; J. R. Kuběna, Aug. Haidušek a. F. Čihal.

A. Haidušek se později vzdal práce na výboru a na jeho místo ustanoven zbyvajícímí 3 členy Pan L. V. Vaněk.

Vybor stanovy sestavil a svolal sjezd zastupců všech řádů, které byly založeny za účelem připojení se k této jednotě na den 20. června 1897 v La Grange, Tex." Translation: "On the 28th of December 1896, 25 Czechoslovaks met in La Grange, Texas, for the purpose of organizing a new fraternal benefit Society in the State of Texas. After lengthy discussion, it was agreed to elect a 3mem ber committee, who was to have the responsibility of drawing up by-laws (constitution) for this

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This is a view of a portion of the approximately 100 persons who attended the unveiling and dedication of the historical marker on the

Fayette County Courthouse lawn in La Grange on July 10, 1983. SL President Morris is shown making the opening remarks. A number of people

are standing to the left out of camera range. (All Photos Courtesy Fayette County Record and Photographer Tim Ottinger.)

new Society. The committee elected consisted of these members: J. R. Kuběna, Augustin Haidušek, and Frank Čihal. Augustin Haidušek later withdrew and L. V. Vaněk was elected to replace him. This committee drew up the new constitution and by-laws and issued a call for a convention represented by delegates of all lodges organized at that time for the purpose of joining this new Society. The convention was set for 20 June 1897 in La Grange, Texas."

So Fayette County bears a major tradition for the Czech element in this state and the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas. We appreciate the privilege of coming here today and holding this observance. We are especially indebted to Mr. Walter Freytag, whom you will hear from in just a moment, who is the chairman of the Fayette County Historical Commis­ sion and who was instrumental in the securing of this marker­ medallion. We are grateful to you, Walter.

"Remove not the ancient land­ marks which thy fathers have set."

Proverbs 22:28 "Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6 Ladies and gentlemen, everything has to have a beginning; everything has to have a start. This is where it started for the SPJST. J. R. Kubena, known as the "Daddy of the SPJST" presided at the helm of the SPJST from his modest offices at the rear of his general store in Fayetteville from the very beginning to his untimely death in 1939. From a handful! of determined Czech­ Texans in 1896 and a few scattered lodges, the membership of the SPJST has grown to near 57,000 and over $32,000,000 in assets and 129 lodges. Little did the founding fathers of the SPJST anticipate and foresee that what they had started would enjoy such growth and success on Texas soil. The history of the SPJST is synonymous with the history of the Czech element in Texas and the thousands of people who have become associated with it.

The SPJST has weathered depressions, wars, and several national economic setbacks, but we have managed to survive , and prosJ>er.

fourth courthouse at the unveiling and dedication of the historical marker on the courthouse lawn on July 10, 1893. This information is printed purely as a matter of historical research that may be of interest to a number of people.

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A new wave of courthouse con­ struction began in the 1880s, after the state legislators authorized counties to issue bonds to finance their construction. Most counties did construct new buildings in the late 19th and 20th centuries.

Included as one of these was the Fayette County Courthouse.

Although more than 140 of these courthouses are extinct, nearly one­ third have been expanded or renovated to keep up with the demand of space requirements, better fire and storm protection of county records and for convenience.

Many of the buildings now need additional changes and counties such as Fayette, that have yet to make improvements, now face this issue.

Some counties have handled modern day demands by replacing their historic courthouses with new structures. But demolition of the old is not the only, or even the most practical solution, to meet contem­ porary county government needs.

Even when new courthouses are built, old structures can be preserved for other purposes. By renovating, making compatible additions and preserving distinctive architectural elements, Fayette County can continue the use of its historic courthouse, and let it remain the representation of democracy, a reminder of an historic past, and an outstanding example of the architectural and cultural history of Texas.

(The following information about the first three Fayette County Courthouses was researched and prepared by Walter P. Freytag, chairman of the Fayette County Historical Commission. He delivered the information on the present and

*** PREFACE The purpose of this monograph is to trace the construction of the Fayette County courthouses, and to acquaint the general reader as well as the student of local history with the significant role the buildings played in the history of the county, and La Grange.

Since contemporary studies on the county courthouse are non-existent, this study has been accomplished from primary source material, the minutes of the County Commis­ sioners Court.

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FOREWORD Fayette County, within the area of Stephen F. Austin's Colony, was first settled by members of the Old Three Hundred. Named for the Marquis de Lafayette, the county was created by the Republic of Texas in December, 1837, out of the territories of Colorado and Bastrop Counties, with La Grange as the county seat. One of the first sites laid out in the new settlement was the public square, a pattern probably derived from the influence of Spanish and Mexican open markets, and intended as the location of key civic buildings and mercantile establishments.

The courthouse was the first public building that appeared on the square. Reflecting the development of county government as an arm of the new Republic, the structure represented organization, prosperity, population growth and to the local residents self-govern­ ment. Around it rose diverse elements of commercial and social stability - banks, hotels, livery stables and saloons. Soon after temporary structures were built, counties began planning more permanent buildings. The result, as in Fayette County, was usually a two-story building with a courtroom upstairs and offices for county officials on the lower floor. The second phase of courthouses con­ struction reflected strong Anglo­ American influence; they featured Greek Revival elements of archi­ tectural style and design. During this era Texas had become a state in the Union of States, and counties were encouraged to construct more permanent structures by remitting state tax funds.

*** THE FIRST COURTHOUSE At the November, 1838, term of the Commissioners Court, the County Treasurer was authorized to purchase of James S. Lester and Wm. M. Eastland for $250, the house formerly occupied by Ben F. Nabers as a grocery (saloon). The Deed Records of Fayette County indicate that the building was situated on the site now (1976)occupied by the First National Bank. Hiram Ferrill and David S. Kornegay were authorized by the Court to move the building to the public square at the expense of the County to be used as a "courthouse".

The small wooden building was about 22 ft. x 14 ft., with five windows on each side, and double doors in front. It was too small to provide office space for the county officials, and was mainly used for meetings of the Commissioners Court. Judge R. E. B. Baylor, an ordained Baptist minister, occasionally had church services for the local Baptists, and missionary Presbyterian ministers used the

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building whenever in La Grange prior to organizing a church.

THE SECOND COURTHOUSE It was but a short time after

Hiram Ferrill and David Kornegay had been authorized to contract for the moving of the B. F. Naber's grocery to the public square that the building was found to be totally inadequate. In the following year (April, 1839),Ferrill was relieved as agent from further obligation "on the part of the County" to contract for the building of a courthouse. This entry in the minutes indicates that the Court was convinced a more suitable structure was needed in which to conduct county business.

Ferrill reported further that for want of materials the repair of the courthouse had not been completed, and the logs "standing on the public square for the purpose of building a courthouse" had been sold.

The courthouse was nothing more than a long room about 30 ft. x 16 ft., with no partitions for a courtroom and offices. It was used mainly for public meetings and church services by the Baptist and Presbyterian congregations. The fall term (1839) of the District Court was held in Joseph Farquhar's "house" (store building). The rent paid for its use was $15. County officials and the County Court rented space in various store buildings around the square, usually the second story.

In February, 1840, a committee of three was appointed, James S. Lester, W. B. Meriwether, and S. S. B. (Steamboat) Fields, and instructed to "draw a draft for a courthouse, and the amount it will cost, and the amount that may be subscribed by citíaens of the County". No action was taken, and the Court appointed a new committee to proceed with contracting for and superintending the construction of a new courthouse, and appropriated $10,000for that purpose.

This committee apparently could not find ways and means to construct a building, and it was not until July, 1845, when the building program was revived. The Court ordered that the building should be 30 ft. x 20 ft., and 21 ft. "from the bottom of the sill to the top of the plate, two stories high, two floors, five windows, and three doors". Five commissioners were appointed "to supervise the building of the courthouse ... " ' Again the Court met with bitter disappointment nothing happened! Another two-year period elapsed and another building committee was appointed in January, 1847. The dimensions of the proposed building were increased to 40 ft. x 30 ft., two stories, lower story to be a court­ room 13 ft. high, the upper story to be divided into rooms for clerks, the sheriff, and jury rooms, and to be "built of brick, the foundation of stone or brick, at the discretion of the committee"; and the committee to "meet on the first Monday in March, 1847, for the purpose of letting out the contract ... " It appears that to construct a $10,000 building was beyond the means of the County, and the Court decided that it should first ascertain the County debt. The Chief Justice (County Judge) was authorized to publish in the Far West (a newspaper published in La Grange), a notice

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After President Morris's remarks, Having just lifted the cover off the historical marker are SL Secretary- former Director John Kubena is Treasurer Leonard Mikeska and SL VicePresident Bernard M. Gebala. shown making his remarks. directing "holders of county scrip to present their claims," so as to ascer­ tain "what ability the County possesses to build suitable buildings for the use of the same." Two months later (April, 1847), it was decided not to construct the building of brick "as first contemplated by said committee." Soon thereafter the committee entered into a contract in July with P. C. Beale to build the courthouse, and con­ struction began immediately for it was in October when the contractor was paid $825.14 for the work performed as of that date.

Meantime, the Chief Justice had con­ tracted with John Jenks to paint the new courthouse, which indicates that the building would soon be occupied.

The Court was now perturbed as to the ability of the County to pay the debt created by constructing a new courthouse, and needed infor­ mation as to the tax that should be levied. There is nothing in the Court minutes to indicate the total cost of the building. A sketch of this structure by Julia Lee Sinks showed a small building which probably cost $1,000. The Tax Assessor-Collector was therefore directed to submit a census report indicating the popula­ tion of the County for 1847 - there were only two towns, La Grange and Rutersville. He reported as follows: La Grange 476 Rutersville 219 In other parts of the County- 2,191 The citizens of La Grange contri­ buted $20 toward the purchase of a bell from the La Grange firm of Paxton and Jordan, and the Court appropriated an additional $80, plus $15 for extra work on the cupola.

Although the building was not complete in all its parts, the building committee in October, 1847, arranged with the contractor "for receiving the courthouse from his hands as soon as finished," and at that time "the different officers of the County shall proceed to move into the respective rooms allotted to them." On January 12, 1848,the final report of the committee was filed, and it was ordered "that the thanks of the Court be tendered to said com­ missioners for the able manner in which they have performed their duties."

Thus, after eight years of planning, and what may have appeared fruitless effort, the Com­ missioners Court had at last succeeded in building a new courthouse. Although the County was in debt, and it was necessary to increase taxes, the officials of that era of our County history should be

ever remembered for adhering to their original resolution and purpose. Without fear of whether or not they would gain favor or win the attention of the electorate, they did what they had to do - they built a new courthouse.

THE THIRD COURTHOUSE The second courthouse was found to be inadequate from the very beginning. In May, 1855, the Court "appropriated" $14,000 for a new courthouse, and appointed a committee of five citizens, representing various areas of the County, ...

Chas. S. Longcope, Chairman, John T. Harcourt, Wm. Scallorn, Chas. Mullins, and Edward Henkel, and directed that they should select a plan, "make out specifications," advertise for and receive bids, and enter into a contract and superintend the construction of the proposed new courthouse. Soon thereafter Mullins resigned, and the Court appointed a prominent La Grange attorney, Fred Tate. The commissioners reported that an additional $500was needed to construct the building, and funds were immediately appropriated. In November, 1855, the plans and specifications of William von Rosenberg were accepted. He was a graduate of the Royal Academy of Architecture, Berlin, Germany, and a resident of Round Top. He had submitted two separate plans, as called for in the advertisement for plans and specifications, and submitted a bill for $100. The Court selected one plan and paid him only $50. He vehemently protested the unfair action of the Court.

Henrich L. Kreische's bid to build the courthouse for $14,000 was accepted, and construction started sometime late in 1855 or early 1856, for there is an entry in the Court minutes (November, 1856), when he made a supplementary contract to extend the portico to the roof "and cause the pillars of the same from the foundation to be constructed of iron or stone as they (the building committee) may deem best." The construction must have gone along rather rapidly, for in February (1857) the Presbyterians were granted permission to hold church services when the building was complete and ready to be occupied.

An advertisement in the True West gave notice that the old courthouse "on completion of the present new building," and also the bell, would be sold. An appropriation had been made in February, 1857, for a new bell not to exceed 500 pounds in weight, and for new office furniture.

(Research indicates that the old bell was purchased by the Methodist congregation in La Grange which is probably the same bell in the Travis Street Methodist Church.)

The Court now proceeded with embellishing the new county building. In May, 1857, Samuel Dickens was employed and received payment of $28 "for marbling mantles in the new courthouse", and $55 "for gilding balls and the dome."

At the same session, it was ordered that "the small room in the basement story on the south side of the new courthouse in the town of La Grange is hereby appropriated by the Court for the use of the Tax Assessor-Collector of the County and the County Surveyor, and the one on the north side of said house is appropriated for the use of the Sheriff of the County." He (the Sheriff) refused to occupy a basement office and the Tax Assessor-Collector joined with him in protesting the order. The next entry in the minutes rescinded the order, and offices were assigned on the first floor.

An order to sell the old courthouse was issued in February, 1857, and was purchased by James Haynie, merchant, and moved to the corner lot at Travis and Washington Streets. It was later purchased by F. W. Tiemann, who later razed the old building and built (1929) a modern two-story brick structure. This late action of the Court directing the sale of the old courthouse indicates that the building was moved to one side of the site while construction was in progress, or the order of sale was issued after its purchase and removal by Haynie.

The new courthouse was finished and ready to be occupied in May, 1857, when the final payment was made to H. L. Kreische, the contrae­ tor. There were the usual odd jobs, . .. the Chief Justice (County Judge) was authorized to employ Samuel Dickens to paint and place above the doors of the various offices the names of the officers, and deliver a key to the courtroom door to the Sheriff. The County and District Clerks, Tax Assessor-Collector, and County Surveyor were to provide themselves with keys to "the front room so that they may enter their respective offices without causing confusion."

The new bell cost $300. This expense, and the additional work extending the portico, made a total of $14,745 for the new stone court­ house. The Court, therefore, directed the Tax Assessor-Collector submit the tax rolls, and assist with

Wednesday, July 27, 1983-VĚSTNÍK/5 replaced. And now for 126 years it has pealed each hour oft he day.

The new courthouse was now complete. The county officials occupied their respective offices in November, 1891; J. G. McMillan was hired as janitor. and the Court accepted the building from the contractors on December l, 1891.

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The third speaker was Walter P. Frey­ tag, chairman of the Fayette County Historical Commission. ascertaining the tax that should be levied to produce sufficient revenue for funding the courthouse debt.

The tax rolls for 1857 showed the following taxable property in the county: Slaves $1,389,620 Land 1,283,273 Town Lots (La Grange, Rutersville, and Fayetteville) 196,243 Money at Interest 48,458 Merchandise 96,419 Miscellaneous 5,139 Poll Tax 674 Total Valuation Including Unrendered Property . $3,607 ,230 State Tax 5,899.54 County Tax 2,949.77

*** In this our 86th and 87th year, we fully anticipate that the SPJST will continue to serve the people of Texas for many generations to come.

Thank you very much.

And now I would like to introduce a son of J. R. Kubena, charter member and one of the founders of the SPJST, and your county treasurer for 40 years until his retirement a few years ago, and longtime director in our Supreme Lodge: John Kubena.

John Kubena: It is a special privilege for me to be here this afternoon for the dedi­ cation of this historical marker for SPJST members throughout the State of Texas.

I've been a member of the SPJST for more than 60 years. I have a deep respect for the founders of the SPJST and for the members who worked so hard in the earřy days to help make this Fraternity what it is today.

Since my father was one of the men who met in this courthouse in 1896 and 1897 for the purpose of organizing a new fraternal Society, I'm especially happy to be here on this occasion. You may not realize it, but you have the state headquarters of another fine fraternal here in La Grange, the KJT. Our relations with the KJT and other fraternal organizations in the state over the years has been most pleasant and rewarding. And there are more than 100 such fraternals in the United States and Canada who are members of the National Fraternal Congress of America and the SPJST is also affiliated with that organization.

I also want to thank Mr. Walter Freytag, our county historian, and

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The reporter-photographer from the Fayette County Record who was present at the marker dedication and unveiling estimated that there were approximately 100 people present and I believe he was close.

We wish to thank Tim Ottinger and the Fayette County Record for being present to record this event in pictures. He has been engaged as the official photographer for this occasion.

We appreciated the attendance of Bro. Morris is shown reading the names of the Supreme Lodge members which appear on the reverse side of the marker. Looking on are Bros. Mikeska and all the good people who came from various parts of the state. I believe Gebala. the person who came the fartherest the Honorable Dan Beck, county Commissioners Courts, at $300 per was Sis. Angeline Kristinek from judge, and his commissioners for annum.

Lubbock. making it possible to have this At this time (August, 1890), the The remarks were all relatively historical marker here on this following citizens were members of brief and consisted of what It bought courthouse lawn. It is indeed a the Commissioners Court: was interesting information. As one historic and momentous occasion. I A. Haidusek, County Judge of the spectators observed later: salute the present leadership of the George Mauer, Commissioner, "The information related was such SPJST and their conscientious Precinct No. 1 that I could have listened to it for a devotion to duty and for their J.C. Speckels, Commissioner, couple of hours." having arranged for the erection of Precinct No. 2 I do believe that our younger this marker. Good luck to all of you!

T. J. Ivy, Commissioner, Precinct generations need to be aware of how (Note: Mr. Freytag had prepared a No.3 the SPJST started and the circum­ brief history of the four Fayette F. G. Seydler, Commissioner, stances under which it was County Courthouses. At the dedi­ Precinct No. 4 organized. Only through knowing cation and unveiling of the marker Jos. Ehlinger, County Clerk and understanding the past can you on July 10th, he emphasized only the properly gauge and prepare for the present and fourth courthouse.

Fayette County did not have a future. The dedication and unveiling Because of the historical cash reserve in the amount needed in La Grange was a serious and significance of the rest of his to construct a building of such size solemn occasion in tribute to a great material, we are publishing it as he as contemplated. Fifteen-year bonds undertaking 86 and 87 years ago. We researched it and this can be found were issued in the amount of must remain true to the principles elsewhere in this issue.) $90,000, bearing 6% interest, and at which our forefathers espoused and the same time a special 1oe tax was set down for us these many years Walter P. Freytag: levied to create a sinking fund. ago.

THE FOURTH COURTHOUSE These bonds were purchased by the Fraternally, The third courthouse was in use Fayette County Permanent School Nick A. Morris, President thirty-four years when the Com­ Fund; the various transactions Supreme Lodge, SPJST missioners Court became cognizant occurred in August, 1890. In the *** that it was unsafe to continue using following month, Martin, Barnes, the structure as a public building. and Johnson was awarded the On March 12, 1890, the Court took contract to construct the building at under further consideration the a cost of $84,000, with C. Michaelis report of George F. Sercey (sic), an (La Grange building contractor), architect, C. Michaelis (La Grange), employed as the County's agent to and Robert Allert (Flatonia), a supervise the construction. The DISTRICT II committee previously appointed to Court at this time accepted the inspect the courthouse, relative to recommendation of the contractors District II Fall meeting and the "necessity and advisability to increase the foundation from Fellowship Day, August 14, 1983, erecting a new courthouse ... " The three to five feet in width, and that Lodge 187, Round Rock at 2:00 p.m. committee had reported that the slate instead of metal should be used *** building was unsafe for public use. for the roof. The sandstone was 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF The Court thereupon ordered that a hauled by rail from the A. B. Kerr S.P.J.S.T. TAYLOR REST HOME new courthouse be constructed at a quarry at Muldoon, and delivered to Observance of the 25th Anniver­ cost not less than $65,000 nor more the building site on a spur track laid sary of the opening of the S.P.J.S.T. than $90,000. J. R. Gordon, an in the center of North Main Street. architect of San Antonio, Texas, and The construction of the founda­ Rest Home in Taylor will take place present at the meeting, made a tion had progressed to the extent at the Rest Home Sunday, July 31st. sketch "of the ground floor" for the that the Court could now request La The public and membership of the Court. After further discussion and Fayette Lodge No. 34, A. F. & A. M., SPJST especially are invited. The consideration, Gordon was to lay the cornerstone.

With remarks and ceremony will be brief. authorized to draw the plans and Masonic pomp and ceremony the An open house will be from 2 to 4. specifications.

Lodge laid the red granite stone on -NAM *** The Court no doubt was deter­ April 9, 1890, in the presence of of a mined to proceed with the construc­ large gathering of citizens, the tion of the building ... a rental members of the Court, and Lodge LODGE 18:~ ''l\UD-CITIES'", contract was made with J. Weil for members.

ARLINGTON his "two-story brick building" It was in October when the Court The officers and member s of (Dyer's Pharmacy) situated on the called for bids for a new clock. R. F. Lodge 183 "Mid-Cities". Arlington south side of the public square "for Day, a jeweler and a dealer in clocks plan to hold an open house and dedi­ office purposes" at $30 per month. and watches in La Grange, and P. T. cation of their newly-acquired Additional office space was needed; Carter who owned a hardware store. building in their city Sat., Sept. the upper story "of the Iron Front each submitted a bid. R. F. Day's bid 24th. All members of the SPJST in Building" (Schulze Grocery) was to furnish a No. 16, four-face clock neighboring and distant lodges ar€ rented from D. E. Williams, for $725 was accepted; however, it invited to attend. There will b~ proprietor, "until the new was specifically directed that the old additional details in the coming courthouse is completed," and to be bell, originally installed in the third weeks.-NAM used by the District, County, and courthouse in 1857, should not be ***

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Report of Directors We the undersigned directors, examined all bonds and stocks which are kept in a safety deposit box at the Texas Bank, Temple, Texas on July 11, 1983. We reconciled the income and expense in the books of the Supreme Lodge. We also examined the mortgage loans and certificate loans. The following is our financial report.

Balance 1-1-83 INCOME: Profit on Sale of Stock SPJST Scholarship Fund Annuities Dividends Interest on Bonds Interest on Certificate Loans Interest on Certificate of Deposit Interest on Mortgage Loans Premiums Refund on Reinsurance Premiums Royalties & Minerals Office Rent Application Fee Sale of Lodge Supplies Total Income

939.91 178.00 82.75

Travel, State Field Managers Travel, Editor Travel, State Youth Director Total Administrative & Other Exp.

$32,120,961.96 $

151,221.47 1,705.00 7,351.44 25,790.21 266,138.74 27,854.43 27,521.38 1,051,942.22 1,126,189.95 194.00 34,413.29 36,000.00 35,319.94 126.80 $2,791,768.87

ASSETS: Preferred Stock EDP Equip. (Hardware) EDP Equip. (Software) Cash Bonds Certificate of Deposit Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock Home Office Building Furniture & Office Equip.

Total Assets

$33,200,040.98 32,120,961.96 $1,079,079.02

BEN F. TRCALEK, DISTRICT I STANLEY BROZ, DISTRICT IV HENRYE. VITEK, DISTRICT II LOUIS HANUS, DISTRICT V CYRILL J. POKLADNIK, DISTRICT III MATT S. VANEK, DISTRICT VI TJ:IELMA HRNCIR, DISTRICT VII July 11, 1983

DISBURSEMENTS: DEATH BENEFITS Death Claims Death Claims to Minors Death Claims to Minors Int. Double Indemnity Total Death Benefits

347,120.00 2,783.33 482.03 7,200.00

LODGE & MEMBER BENEFITS Annuities Matured Endowments 8% Refund to Lodges for 1982 Premium Refund to Members 15 cents per Premium Refund Check Surrender Values Youth Camp Expense District Allocation Museum Operating Expense Vestnik V estnik postage Youth Activities Bonus

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8,266.28 64,634.67 170,872.91 245,634.36 5,889.75 99,614.30 29,832.62 2,800.00 801.30 34,045.96 20,030.00 19,135.93 1,921.50

Total Lodge & Member Benefits

Dear Members: Our lodge met Sunday, July 10, 1983 in the Grant Building at Hallettsville, with lodge President Frank Zabransky presiding.

Gary Chudej, youth club member, led the members in the Pledge to the U.S. flag, followed by reading of the minutes by Corresponding Secretary Erwin Holy, which were approved after minor corrections.

Communications were also read.

Co-Youth Leader Gaynell Chudej gave a report on the activities of the Youth Club.

Reports were also given by Treasurer Helen Zabransky and Financial Secretary Hilmer Galetka.

Under old business plans for our annual Family Day for Sunday, August 14th were finalized. Vice President Linda Mikush gave a report on the prices of meat. After a discussion, committees were named and it was voted by the members to have a fried chicken dinner with all the trimmings, with the ladies of the lodge to bring desserts. There will be a small charge for the dinner as usual. The youth club will have a money-making project and the mother lodge will be in charge of the Bingo. If anyone would like to donate a prize for Bingo, it would be appreciated.

Refund checks were given out and meeting adjourned. Games were played, with refreshments and lunch served.

Birthdays for July, August and Sep tem ber were honored. The honorees were Linda Mikush, Patsy Zabransky, Gary Chudej, Otto Holy, Erwin Holy, Gay and Hilmer Galetka.

Winners of the day included Albert Kahanek-adult door prize,

139.43 285.20 23,892.29 19,033.81 9,919.11 10,700.48 18,361.16 66,311.04 21,981.48 14,038.48 740.00 3,758.82 3,629.96 1,438.67 4,186.55 5,756.49 26,833.69 14,031.00 7,596.35 3,804.16 1,804.02 410.00 13,089.19 36,000.00 1,578.63 28,320.27 9,141.22 254,259.94 9,749.67 9,481.33 18,682.49 8,758.96 2,710.36

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ADMINISTRATIVE & OTHER EXPENSES: State Examination Bond Expense Reinsurance Home Office Exp.-Util., Ins., Taxes, Salaries & Etc. Actuary Advertising Appraisal Expense Commissions to Sales Rep-Adult Commissions to Sales Rep-Renewal Contributions SPJST History Project Emblems Research & Development Society Automobiles Expense District Youth Counselors Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Liability Insurance Legal Service Expense Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Membership Dues Office Maintenance-Office Supplies & Etc. Office Rent Committee Meetings Organizational Expense Postage Salaries Stationery & Supplies Supreme Lodge Meeting Taxes-FICA, FUT A & TEC Telephone Travel, Officers & Directors .t,,:.,.;r~~\'.t"'t ~,:·~" . 1t ·,,l"J~,· ..)~ií:~

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$2,791,768.87 $34,912,730.83

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Melissa Holy-youth door prize, and Patsy Zabransky-birthday cake.

Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 14, and plan to attend our annual Family Day at the American Legion Hall in Hallettsville beginning with a fried chicken dinner to be served at noon. Ladies of the lodge are kindly asked to bring a side dish of peaches, pickles, cakes, kolache, etc. There will be the usual small charge for dinner. A short meeting will be held in the afternoon followed by entertain­ ment.

We're looking forward to seeing you there!

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter -SPJST-

Cyclone Hosts Another Successful DYAD Dear Members: The meeting of Lodge 24 was called to order by President David Vanicek.

Kim Schneider and Kim Hubník presented the flag and then led us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

We remained standing for a silent moment in memory of our deceased members.

The president welcomed our visitor Henry Lynn from Fort Worth, grandson of Brother Joe and Sister Lorene Haisler.

Thanks went out to Arleen and Lynn Tschoener for building the cover formation on top of the cooler.

It was brought to the members' attention that we have an air­ conditioner out. It was then decided to replace it and also re-do the wiring in the bar area because we expanded our building which was in need for more wiring.

Brother Charlie Waits was accepted by the members to be a Sales Representative.

New members, Terrie Tyroch (signed up by SR Laveda Geistman), additional insurance written up for Linda Morgan by SR Franklin Martinec, and Joe Thomas III who transferred into our lodge, were accepted by our members. We also accepted social member J. R. 11.:1,~,; fl, •JH: ,1( 'F ,n(l.''.íif'.líf, Ill, .r:t.c; a 1

Wednesday, July 27, 1983-VĚSTNÍK/7 Schiller, signed up by SR Louise Zavodny.

A report was given by Youth Leader Carol Chervenka that all the plans for District II YAD were

standing are eligible to vote and are encouraged to attend.

Fraternally, Michael Ahlstrom President

finalized. All members were -SPJSTencouraged to come out and help in different capacities and for the ladies to please bring sweets to be sold. Sister Arleen Tschoener volun­ teered to get the flowers for deco­ Dear Members and Friends: rations.

Door prizes were won by L. B. Vice President Alfred Kiusacek Haisler, Ella Luksa, Janet Macek convened the meeting while and Carl Macek.

President Jerry Pechal took it easy at our monthly meeting Tuesday *** YAD is memory now for it was night, July 5th. held Sunday, July 17th and what a Flagbearers Timothy Wilson and nice memory of this activity! There Daryl Kortis led us in the Pledge of were so many different craft and Allegiance. Everyone remained food entries plus lots of individual standing for a moment of silence in and group talent numbers. We thank memory of two of our deceased all the lodges who came and partici­ members, Everett Zook and Albina pated. I met many people and made Estrada.

May our departed friends and I hope to see all of you members rest in eternal peace. again in the future. We were also Roll call of officers showed glad to see Editor R. J. Sefcik and everyone present as well as all chair­ his wife. Many youngsters came out persons. winners, but there wasn't any losers Marvin and Shirley Vanicek from because all of them received some­ Lodge 87, Temple were our visitors. thing for participating in this nice One visitor in our June meeting was activity. accidentally overlooked, that being Now, to our members who came to Wallace Watson. My apologies. We help in different places, thanks go are always happy to have visitors out to all of them. I won't name and don't intend to ignore anyone. anyone because I may omit someone; Do come again! for whatever it might have been, Correspondence consisted of a large or small, your job was needed thank you note from Lenora Talasek to make this a success. I do want to for being remembered when she was thank our Youth Leader Carol Cher­ in the hospital. venka for all her work and her Reported on the sick list were: Assistant Shirley Waits who also Alfred Hejl and Joe Mihatsch. We helped out; also our thanks go to wish both of you a speedy recovery.

President David Vanicek who came J. D. Chlapek gave the Audit early in the morning and stayed to report. Dorothy Pechal read the the end being there to assist in Board minutes in the absence of various places. I guess I better not Vallie Zavodny.

Special thanks to Martha and name any more people, however, I wish to add our thanks to the Alfred Klusacek for running the bar kitchen chairman, outside cooking for one weekend which consisted of crew, barkeepers, cleanup workers, two reunions and a dance. Also, a kitchen workers, ticket seller, etc., special thanks to everyone who who all did a job well done! I was helped in the kitchen and bar in proud of being part of this day, and July.

Evelyn Heese was appointed as a we have to be proud of our lodge and all the faithful people who gave their new sales representative for Lodge time to put this on so well. I 47.

Frankie Klinkovsky reported on personally am proud to be a member YAD which was to be held at Flag of Lodge 24, Cyclone!

It is also fitting to acknowledge Hall July 17th. Since that date is our thanks to a good friend, Brother already passed I will say the Frank Klinkovsky, our District II attendance was very good and I youth counselor, and his nice wife, want to compliment all the youth Irma; you have to be praised who participated. We do have a lot because you serve the youth of our of talented youngsters in our SPJST. Watch for Frankie Klinkov­ District II extremely well.

Our next meeting will be held at sky's report of the winners.

Also, August 14, will be the 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 10th; also a social will follow, so please District II Fall meeting at Round Rock beginning at 2 p.m. All bring your snacks. attending are asked to bring a salad Fraternally, or dessert. We are looking for a big Bernice Sebek, Reporter attendance as this is a "fun -SPJSTmeeting".

There was a special election at our July meeting to replace a Board member. Henry Janacek was elected to fulfill this post.

Mary Ann Billeck, youth leader gave her youth report.

Birthdays celebrated in July are: The Property Committee has Willie Kohutek, Louise Marek, Della located two tracts of land suitable Mares, Joe Sefcik, Elmer for a future building site.

Skrabanek, Frank Spanhel, Reuben Tract 1 is 9.87 acres located on FM Richter and Mike Wilson.

2615,1.5 miles from US 87.

Happy Anniversary to Mr. and Tract 2 is 5 acres located on US Mrs. Louis Marek and Mr. and Mrs. 87, .6 miles south of Guadalupe.

Jerry Chupik. Both couples are cele­ The purchase of one of the two brating their 54th wedding anniver­ tracts of land will be voted on at the sary this month!

August 3rd meeting which will be Door prizes were won by Anton held at the Citizens National Bank at Vitek and Julia Vitek.

8 p.m, All members who are in good Our next meeting will be held

SP JST Lodge 47, Seaton

NOTICE Lodge 32, Victoria Members

Sunday, August 7 at 2 p.m., with were relieved that our plane didn't happy hour and lunch following. get hijacked to Cuba as seems to be Willie and I have just returned the trend nowadays! I inserted this from a 9-day trip to Richmond, last paragraph to explain why my Virginia to visit a son, Kenneth, and letter is a little later than usual his family. While there we toured getting to the Vestnik.

Washington, D.C. and also visited Fraternally, cousins in Hampton, VA. She has Adeline Kohutek lived there for 30 years and is a Reporter dedicated reader of the Vestnik. We -SPJST-

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Fifty-Year SPJST Members honored June 26th. Seated, L to R: Brother John Lanik and Brother Eugene Hermes, honorees. Standing, L to R: SL Secretary/ Treasurer Leonard Mikeska, Lodge 63 President William Berkovsky, Vice President Anita Berkovsky, Treasurer Earline Zabransky, Secretary Felix Jurica, Financial Secretary Vlasta Jurica, and District VI Director Matt Vanek.

Local lodge business was discussed.

Annie Zabransky volunteered to bake a birthday cake for our next social.

Secretary/Treasurer Mikeska and Director Vanek spoke a few words Lodge 63 held their yearly on the SPJST. They then awarded meeting and stew supper June 26th, 50-year pins to two members of our 1983 at the Firemen's Hall in Sweet lodge; namely, John Lanik and Home. A large number of members Eugene Hermes. We had six and guests were in attendance. members who were to receive their President William Berkovsky pins during the special presentation convened the meeting with Diane but four were unable to attend.

Zabransky leading the Pledge of The birthday cake, baked by Allegiance. There was a moment of Mildred Bolech, was won by silence for our deceased members.

Henrietta Vanek. The usual door The guests present were prizes were drawn along with introduced; among these were several SPJST items· brought by Supreme Lodge Secretary/Treas­ Director Vanek. urer Leonard Mikeska and his wife The meeting was then adjourned. and District VI Director Matt Vanek The rest of the afternoon was and his wife. spent playing bingo and dominoes Minutes from our previous with a lot of visiting. A keg was also meeting were read and approved. emptied very rapidly.

Sweet Home Lodge Honors 50-Year Members

S/VĚSTNÍK-Wednesday,

July 27, 1983

Stew Makers of Lodge 63, L to R: Donald Zabransky and Willie Zissa.

Then supper was served with the main course being some very delicious stew made by Donald Zabransky and Willie Zissa. There were many side dishes to choose from, along with a table full of desserts.

We would like to thank Secretary/ Treasurer Mikeska and Director Vanek for helping in, our presenta-

Lodge66 Contributes $400 To Worthy Causes Dear Members and Friends: SPJST Lodge 66 held their meeting Sunday, July 17, with President Johnnie Gaidusek presiding.

The flags were presented by Larry Brem and James Yates.

Donna Stanislav led the Pledge of Allegiance and the Lodge Motto.

Visitors were Jerry Dulock and Rudolph Zalman of Lodge 35, Elk. In roll call all officers were present.

Sister Bonnie Pruitt read the minutes of the June meeting. They were approved as read.

In correspondence a letter was read from the Supreme Lodge stating that Steven Stanislav and Diana Pavlicek had been awarded $500 Scholarship; congratulations to both of you!

Chairman Emil Hanus had Sister Darlene Engelke read the minutes of the Board of Trustees' meeting held Wednesday night, July 6th. The Board voted to donate $200 to the Elm Mott Fire Department.

Brother Frank Miller, binden Hall secretary, gave the six months' financial report which was a good and detailed report.

Sister Dorothy Shilling gave a report on entertainment activities.

Following today's meeting, ice­ cream, cookies and coke plus beverages will be served.

The committee plans to have a Friday night dance for August 19th; the Country Drifters will play.

For the August meeting, there will be chips, dips and beverages.

President Gaidusek said he and Sister Polly had really enjoyed their trip to Germany, but it was good to be back in the "Good U.S.A.," and we all should really appreciate what we have here. We are glad they had a good trip and got to visit their children and grandchildren. This will be something they will always remember.

For Youth Club report, Sister Barbara Brem said the youth members will paint their club room sometime in August at their next

tion and also the many members who brought food.

We were also glad so many of our members came out and hope next year will show even a larger turnout.

Fraternally, Elaine Berkovsky, Reporter -SPJST-

club meeting; they will then go to TP&L Lake for a family outing. The youth did very good at Y AD with some of the youth members going to State YAD August 21st. They are Janice and Donna Stanislav in Group Talent, Janice Stanislav also winning In Foods, <Donna received 3rd place in Handicraft), and Larry Brem will advance to State Y AD in Science/Educational and in Hobby Kits, Kevin Owens 1st place in Foods and Constructed Items, plus Michelle Shelton also in 1st place in Hobby Kits. Chris Owens won 2nd place in Handicraft and 3rd in Pictorial Arts. The club's Scrapbook won 1st place at District III YAD. Hope they will all be winners in State. We have a youth club to be very proud of.

Sister Brem also awarded checks to the point system winners in Teen and Junior groups.

Brother James Pavlicek had Sister Libbie Parma read the report of the Trust Fund. Karen Shelton was presented a check for $150 for a graduation gift. Several donations were received to the Fund from the Roland Webbs, the James ·Lockes, the Johnnie Gaiduseks, the Charlie Mullers, the Robert Stanislavs, the Frank Parmas, the Emil Hariuses, the Raymond Sheltons, also from Lodge 66 Youth Club a $50 donation to the Fund. We thank all of you for your generous donations. Anyone who wishes to donate to the Trust Fund may contact Sister Libbie Parma or Brother James Pavlicek.

This is a very good way to help our youth to continue' their higher education.

Welfare Report: Sister Jeanette Smith read thank you notes from the Ben Nors family, Mr. Ray Talsma and she read the article of thanks printed in Waco paper from Rev. Ted Greesee.

It was voted to donate to the following: (1) Buddie Seay-$50, (2) Linda Steinhauser-$50, (3) Ben Nors Family-$50, (4) Lena Wilkins­ $50; the total of donations for July was $200; also the $200 to the Elm Mott Fire Department.

Sister Smith read a letter of thanks from Thelma Hrncir on the food donations to Mrs. Harolyn Moreau's "Food Closet," for the use of abused and neglected children

over the weekends. Sister Smith had been contacted if she could help them; through Sister Smith's efforts, and help from Sisters Anna Vernetti, Annie Hanus and Bonnie Pruitt, she purchased $40 worth of canned and non-perishable items and carried them to Mrs. Moreau who expressed her thanks for the quick response made to this organization.

Health Report: Baby congratula­ tions were sent to the Larry Pankoniens on the arrival of a son and to the Eddie Mazanecs III, also on the arrival of a son. Get well cards went to Brother Jerry Val char who had heart surgery (we are glad to hear he is doing fine), also a card went to Brother O. L. Morrow who is very ill (we all send our wishes and prayers to you). A sympathy card was sent to Sister Frances Moore and family on the loss of husband and father. Brother James Moore, the past week; Brother James will be missed at our lodge and to the family, we sent our sympathy and prayers. May he rest in peace.

It was reported Brother Jim Vrana will enter the hospital for surgery. We all wish him good luck and a speedy recovery.

Last, but not least, our very best wishes to Brother Ray and Sister Ruby Orsag celebrating their 40th anniversary today. May they have many more happy years ahead. Good luck to you "2"!

Brother Silas Smith congratu­ lated the winners, Steven Stanislav and Diana Pavlicek on their scholar­ ship awards. Brother Smith will go to Lufkin to the chartering of their lodge in East Texas No. 191, July 24th. Congratulation,s and may they be very successřuř in the years ahead.

New memb,rs a cepted in July are: Melissa L. Ada son, ,Victoria G. Manax, Susan L. · chro~~er, Blake Reyna, Mark Ray ond ,~Iona and Laurie Jo Hel on . Wrlcome to Lodge66!

Members celebr ting birthdays in July are: Georgia 1~ofnovec, Glena Dungan, Leona i Nor s, Dorothy Shilling, Emil Barak, Roland Webb, Melissa Owens and Kevin Owens who brought the lovely cake. Happy Birthday to each of you!

The next meeting will be Sunday, August 21 at 2:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Annie Hanus, English Reporter -SP,JST-

Corpus Christi Lodge 79 Monthly , Meeting The monthly meeting of Lodge 79 was held July 13th at 7:15 p.m, Our meeting was called to order

by President Frank Veselka.

Roll call showed all officers present,' except the financial secretary.

There were also 16 members and one guest present.

After the usual reports were given, our youth leaders gave a report on the District VII YAD par­ ti ci pa tion. She had four Junior members with her and they presented a display of their entries and ribbons. She said there were 10 participants and. they came back with 21 ribbons;' there were two 1st place ribbons, which earns the winner a trip to State YAD. We are very proud of our Juniors, especially

our two leaders because it has been several years since our lodge has participated in YAD. It was voted to pay some of the Juniors' travel expenses.

The meeting adjourned at 8 p.m.

Our next meeting will be in September.

Happenings Around Lodge 79 A lot of our members have been vacationing the past month. Milly and Jerry Elzner just recently returned from a trip to San Francisco and Monterrey, California; they also went up to Klamath Falls, Oregon and, from there, spent a day at Crater Lake.

They also spent a day in Lake Tahoe and tried their luck there. They wouldn't say if it was good or bad.

While in California, they visited Jerry's sister, Lottie Ramey and fa~ily and in Monterrey with Charlie and Sheryl Burge, their nephew and his wife. In Oregon they also visited relatives, nieces Emiley Larkey and Mary Taylor and nephews Franklin and Lincoln Elzner.

On their return they stopped in Houston and attended the second Elzner Family Reunion and the next day on to Victoria where they joined the Czech Heritage Society Choir, of which they are members, for a program presented at the SPJST Czech Day celebration there. Also attending this occasion was Peggy Tepera and several others of the group from Corpus Christi. The Czech Heritage Society chartered a bus for this occasion so Corpus Christi was very well-represented.

Wilber and Daisy Hermis are the proud grandparents of twins Michael Wayne and Lauren Michelle McKay; their parents are Kelly and Don McKay of Victoria. The great­ grandmother is Mary Hermis and great-great-grandfather Adolph Sassin, Sr., all are members of Lodge 79.

Visiting Mary Hermis from Virginia Beach, Virginia was her daughter, Mary Ann McClain and family, including husband, Russell and children Shane and Shelley.

The Cheer Committee hasn't heard of anyone ill, but Brother Frank C. Sacky called to say he was back in Spohn Hospital and scheduled for more surgery Friday, July 22nd.

Brother Frank, we hope all goes well and again congratulations to Wilber and Daisy and the parents of the twins.

Until next time ...

Fraternally, Peggy Tepera, Reporter -SPJST-

Needville Donates $350 To Charity SPJST Lodge No. 81 met July 12, 1983 for its regular monthly meeting, with President Charlie Matcek presiding. The meeting was called to order promplty at 7:30 p.m.

Brother August Teykl led us in the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag and everyone remained standing in silent tribute to our deceased member, Sister Cynthia Ondrej, who died in a tragic death. Our sympathy goes to her family.

All officers answered the roll call.

Secretary Mary Werner read the minutes of the previous meeting and also read a card of thanks for the memorial from the Henry Hurta family.

Wednesday, July 27, 1983-VĚSTNÍK/9 Financial Secretary Jo Ann Morgan gave her report and Willie Mae Kuykendal, our treasurer, gave her financial statement. Special Fund Treasurer Gilbert Walzel reported on the activities at the hall for the coming month and then gave his financial report. All of these reports were accepted as given.

We were glad to have Brother Rudy Vrana and his wife and son with us; do come again, and enjoy the meetings and fellowship with us.

On the sick list we have Brother Kirk Walzel who is in the Clear Lake Hospital. We hope that by now you are greatly improved.

A new policy was issued to Bridge! Renee Janczak.

The following donations were made from Lodge No. 81: Needville Fire Department-$150 S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2-$150 Richmond State School-$50 The Auditing Committee composed of Brother Herbert Nowotny, Sister Vlasta Nowotny and Brother Victor Werner, will meet July 18th at 7 p.m. in the Werner's home in Rosenberg to audit the books.

Refund checks were handed out and the two attendance prizes were won by Brother Rudy Vrana and Sister Vlasta Nowotny.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned. Our next meeting will be August 9th at 7:30 p.m., so we'll see you then.

Fraternally, Lillie Teykl, Reporter -SPJST-

Lodge No. 88 Regular Monthly Meeting The regular membership meeting of Lodge No. 88 was held July 18th, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The usual reports of officers and committee chairmen informed the membership of the activities, and financial results of activities, held during the past month.

A letter received by President Larry Pflughaupt inviting the lodge's orchestra, Choral Club and Beseda Group to perform at the State Fair was read. Approval was given by the membership to provide trans­ portation for these groups to Dallas in October. We know that these groups will represent our lodge and the SPJST Order to make us proud of them.

It was reported that the YAD activities July 10th were great, but that the attendance was very poor.

Let's all make a resolution to attend next year and support the talents of our future leaders.

Chairman of the Board of Trustees Royal Warnasch reported that he had a letter of resignation from the Board from Brother Fletcher Jamar. Brother Jamar has been transferred, and will be moving to Oklahoma.

The membership approved the motion of Chairman Warnasch to accept the resignation and to leave the vacated position unfilled for the balance of the year.

Brother Hutchison, raporting for the orchestra, named numerous occasions at which the Orchestra had performed recently .and announced its plans to go to the Needville Rest Home August 14th.

He invited all members to go that day to help the residents enjoy the

day, and also invited members to attend the orchestra's rehearsals because the musicians enjoy playing for an audience.

Brother Tim Kostom announced that the bids for the printing of the History Book were received, and wished permission to proceed. He was given authority to order 500 books. If you wish a copyof this book please notify Brother Kostom or our Financial Secretary Josephine Pflughaupt.

Sister Marie Stayton reported that the HlaholDramatic Club,at its meeting July 11th, began planning to hold a reunion of all Hlahol Dramatic Club members, especially wishing to include the older members who were responsible for the success of the Club at the old lodge building. If you know of anyone who was a member in earlier years, please submit their names to the ClubOfficers.

Our sales representatives have been very busy. A total of 96 applicants were approved for membership.

The Youth Club members will be leaving for Camp Val Verde July 27th. That should be a fun-filledfour days! One of our former youth members, Ronnie Barcak, will be leaving for the Armed Forces July 19th. Goodluck,Ronnie.

Birthday Club Sisters, . now you have competition!Lodge No. 88 now has a men's club. Brother Ed Miculka is responsible for organizing it, and members of the lodge, age 55 and over, are invited to contact him for details.

Please join us August 15th, 7:30 p.m.,for our next meeting.

Fraternally,' MarceilMalak,Secretary -SPJST-

Notice To All Members of Lodge 172, Pasadena Our Financial Secretary Lorine Wiley has resigned and we have a new Financial Secretary, Sally Smith.

Please send all payments and correspondence to SPJST Lodge 172, P.O. Box 1693, Pasadena, TX 77501concerningyour insurance.

This is to inform those members who do not attend our regular monthly meetings and are not familiar with our new method of payment and correspondence.

Thanks!

Fraternally, Albert J. Risinger, President of 172 -SPJST-

News From Lodge .172,, Pasadena

Dear Vestnik Readers and Friends: Here I am again to say something about our brothers and sisters who really care about Lodge Rozkvet No. 172 in -Pasadena with everyone's cooperation and patronage whether large or small is greatly appreciated.

Perhaps many of you have seen the beautiful hand-painted mural of our lodge home by a talented artist, Brother John Lyman of ConroeLake Hills, which is about 70 miles North on 1-45 from here. Brother John the gift is beautiful and our thanks to you for your time and generosity.

Godbless you!

Another hand-painted mural of

Bluebonnet Countryside along Conroe Lake Hills, was painted and given to Lodge 172 by Sister Pearl Lyman.

Brother and Sister Lyman are both artists and we are proud of Dear Members: your gifts that the lodge members Our annual Lodge Picnic will be will treasure for a longtime. held July 30, 1983at BEAR CREEK Recently Sister Gladys Emmons, PARK, shelter No. 4. It will begin at wife of our Brother Herb Emmons 2 p.m. and lunch will be served at 3 who is a retired ship captain of the p.m.

Atlantic-Trans-Atlantic shipping The lodge will furnish ham­ lines, presented -the lodge with a burgers, hot dogs and drinks. hand-painted picture. Sister Gladys, Members are asked to bring pickles, your artistic work is also onions, chips, tomatoes, beans, appreciated by the Lodge 172 salads or desserts. For more members. information call: 468-3126 or 469Many of us were happy to see 1187.

Sister Renea Ordener with her The Bear Creek Park is a fun husband, Brother John Ordener at place, so let all of us try to attend our Sunday's activity. We wish her and have a fun-timetogether. the best of health and lots of Fraternally, blessings. Thanks Brother John for Edna Voldan bringing her to the lodge because we Reporter enjoyed her company.

-SPJSTWe also enjoyed Brother and Sister Jim Lyles' company at the recent barbecue dinner/dance social, with the Texas Brew playing country/western music. Lodge 172 President Albert Risinger was President Jerry Tomastik called Master of Ceremonies for the day's activities. Those of you who were our meeting to order at 8 p.m. and unable to attend, missed a then led our members present in the wonderful occasion dancing. (I was Pledge to our flag.

Roll call of officers showed all on the dance floor, too.) The entire affair was a success, even the were present.

Secretary Dorothy Lisenbe read barbecue meal and pastry turned the minutes from our June 8th out very good.

Among many guests attending meeting and they were approved as included our birthday celebrant read.

Elmer Arldt was at our meeting Sister Pearl (???) who celebrated her 39th birthday. May you have many to request the use of our lodge hall for a Benefit Dance for Muscular more!

Hosts for this membership affair Dystrophy, to be held August 26th.

President Tomastik called for a were Brother James and Sister vote on this and all members Earlene Lyman and their daughter, Sylvia and Ham Hugo and Mary present voted to let him have the Green. Kitchen workers included use of the hall for the dance, it being Julius Zella, the barbecue master, a worthy cause.

Secretary Dorothy Lisenbe read a with assistance from Joseph Krenek, Jerry Dressler, Brother letter from Ralph Webb, requesting Hrabina, Margie Hrabina, Leona a donation from our lodge for Zella, Vicki Dressler, Tommie Muscular Dystrophy.

The members present voted 100 Risinger, Sister Cecilia Klechka, Ludmila Orsak, John Lyman, Albert percent to donate the proceeds from Risinger, Amelia Toffte and Norman one night of Bingoto this cause. The Toffte. Bartenders were Brothers members decided that the proceeds Jerry Dressler, Ju li us Zella, from Tuesday night, August 30th be Bernard Orsak, Tommy Wallace, donated.

Vice President Jezek gave an Harry Bronkowski, Norman Toffte and Vicki Dressler. Pastry servers excellent report on Bingo.

All reports from the bar, kitchen, were Mary Green, Helen Wallace, Billie Schonburg, Evelyn Kimmons dance ticket sales, Bingo and Youth and Henrietta Krenek. Everyone Clubwere exceHent.

Youth Leader Ann Tomastik had an enjoyable time at the social and we plan to have another one requested the lodge's permission for October 30th; don't miss it, be sure a bus so the youth could make a trip to Six Flags. . to mark it on your calendar.

Otis Beck made the motion for out We were sorry to hear about Sister Sylvia Hugo having neck lodge to provide the bus for the surgery at Memorial Southwest youth and this was seconded by Rar· . i · Hospital. All of us wish you a speedy Lisenbe. recovery. Brother Daniel Berry's , ,The members voted 100 percen~ mother. is at home recuperát'ing to accept Amanda B. Unberhagen as nicely. My wife Esther Mikeska has a new member of our lodge.

VP Walter Jezek gave the a slight limp foot and John T. is still recuperating and doing fine. The Trustees' report.

Bingo Chairperson Dorothy past Thursday, Esther and I went to see my 94-year-old mother-in-law, Massey asked what duties fell under Nettie Pullin, in the Gonzales-Nixon­ her jurisdiction.

VP Jezek had the suggestion of Seguin area and she is doing very well and stays active, also furnishing a mobile home for a manager of our lodge hall. Much remembers who comesto see her.

We wish to express the best of discussion was held on this and health to those who may be several members contributed much suffering from illness or may be information on this.

Brother Bill Hutka gave some confined in the hospital and/or rest very good suggestions on this to be home; and to our departed, who are never forgotten, may all of them considered in case it is ever decided to have a manager. rest in peace.

Brother Rae Lisenbe made the John T. Mikeska motion to table this discussion on -SPJST-

Annual Picnic For SP JST Lodge 176, Houston Northwest

Academy Lodge 177 Meeting, July 13, 1983

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this and it was seconded by Otis Beck.

Suggestion was made by President Tomastik to have Thelma Hrncir from the Supreme Lodge to come and give us information on abused children at one of our lodge meetings.

President Tomastik will contact her on this project.

Friday night, July 15th, Academy FF A was to have a dance at our hall; Leather and Lace will play for the dance and all proceeds are to be used to buy a stock trailer for the Academy FF A. We were very pleased to have President Tomastik's grand­ daughter, Katie Tomastik from Abilene as a visitor. She is a beautiful young lady and we were so happy to have her; do come, again!

Until next month, I remain Fraternally, Shirley Cantu, Reporter -SPJST-

Annual Feast Set For Lodge 179, Warrenton Dear Members and Friends: Lodge 179 held its regular monthly meeting Thursday night, July 14, with a nice attendance and all executive members present.

President Harold Bergmann opened the meeting by leading the group in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Secretary Jeanette Schoenst read the minutes ofthe previous meeting, and Brother Lee Leonhardt gave the treasurer's report; both reports were accepted as given. He also reported our game party held Fourth ofJuly was a success.

Arnold Peters gave the financial standing. He will also distribute the refund checks.

Final plans were made for our annual feast of August 14th, which will commencewith a fried chíckén noon meal with all the trimmings, serving starts at 11 a.m. and there will be entertainment throughout the evening, bingo at 1 p.m., likewise, a variety shoot at that time, too.

A Working Committee list will be posted in the Warrenton Store for your convenience. We are looking forward for all committee members to function in their capacity or send a replacement. Each family is to bring a cake which will be sold by slices. The youth club will also help with entertainment in the evening.

Our lodge was represented by Harold Bergmann, Timmy and Bubba Ziese, Garda Siptak and Edith Pfeiffer at the unveiling of the historial marker at La Grange, July 10th. President Bergmann gave a brief and interesting report concerning the dedication of the SPJST historical marker.

The Food Committee stated the lodge will furnish cold cuts at our August 11th meeting whichstarts at 8p.m.

With no further business the meeting adjourned. Afterwards everyone enjoyed cold cuts, delicious cakes, pies, chips, pickles and refreshments.

Fraternally, Edith Pfeiffer, Reporter -SPJST-

SP JST Lodge 84 Softball Team Report Dear Brothers and Sisters: The Saturday, June 18th weekend, we journeyed to Waco, Texas to a tournament and we played the Waco Patriot Team at 9 a.m. and we lost a very close ball game by the score of 5 to 4. Lionel Schulz was the losing pitcher, although, he pitched a much better game than the score wouldindicate.

Leading hitters were Don Jarma with 2 triples and a single, Darrel Clements with 2 singles and a walk, Danny Yates with 2 singles, Mark Vrana with a double, Paul Bartos with a single and Jim Dedmonwith a walk.

Our next game wasn't until 3:30 p.m. so the team players and their wives along with their children had a picnic lunch at the park which was an enjoyable gathering.

Our second game was against the Brenham team and we lost by a score of7 to O. Lionel Schulzallowed 9 hits, 3 walks and 1 strikeout. The only hit was by Mark Vrana who had a single. We were eliminated and journeyed home, not too happy over the results.

Our next game was a League Game against the Bandits Tuesday night, June 21st. We wonby an over­ whelming score of 17 to 7. Winning pitcher was Jim Dedmon who allowed 3 hits, 4 walks and 3 strike­ outs and Lionel Schulz who also pitched in relief allowed 6 hits, no walks and 2 strikeouts.

Leading hitters were DonLennox with a triple, a single and a sacrifice hit, Don Jarma with 2 singles, a sacrifice and a walk, Tim Hays with 2 singles, Jerry Zabojnik with 2 singles, Jim Dedmon with 2 singles and a triple, Kerry Goad with a single and a walk, Darrel Clements with a walk.

Our last League Game was played Tuesday night, June 28 against the Campbell Insurance team. We won by a score of 5 to 2 and Lionel Schulz was the winning pitcher who allowed 3 hits, 6 walks and 7 strikeouts.

Among the hitters were Tom Slites with 2 triples, Randy Christian, DonJarma, Tim Hays and Darrel Clements with singles, Don Lennox with 2 sacrifice hits and Danny Yates with 2 walks.

Although, the League Play was completed and we won the League and we were undefeated in League Play.

Eight teams qualified for the City Playoffs to determine a City Champion and a representative to the State TAAF Playoffs. Our first game in the City Playoffs was scheduled to be played Saturday morning, July 18 at 9 a.m. The results of the playoffs will be in my next report.

If enough teams register for the second half of play in the Dallas City Major League, we will probably start playing Wednesday night, July 20, however, I still do not have the final decisionat this time.

The team's annual fishing trips have been set for September 30th, October 1st and October 2nd weekend at Lake Whitney, the same place we went last year.

The team enjoyed their annual wiener roast Sunday evening, July

10th at the home of Ida and Lionel Schulz.Our thanks to the Schulzsfor the use of their spacious backyard and for the planning of the event.

Also thanks to everyone who helped and to all who attended.

Fraterrially, Ben Jarma -SPJST-

News From Lodge No.88

The dance with the Knights of Dixie held Saturday, July 16, as always, was a delightful evening in the spacious Chandelier Ballroomat Lodge 88. The dress code brought out the ladies dressed in fantastic evening gowns and the tunes of the Knights of Dixie enhanced the enjoyment of the dancing couples.

The evening was in charge of Mary Schenburn and at the door greeting the guests was her daughter, Susan and Pam Wells. The box office was attended by Irene Slovacek and in the lobby Erna O'Connerwas taking reservations for Jan Garber's dance for Saturday night, Jůly 23rd. This, again, will be a nice affair at Lodge 88. All the ladies on the committee were also dressed in lovely gowns to blend in with the ladies at the Ball.

The Knights of Dixie always bring out lovely people to enjoy the ballroommusic.

Saturday, July 9th the Elzner clan held their second Family Reunion at Lodge Stefanik No. 142 and about 130 family members were present, traveling from Corpus Christi, Kaufman, Taft, Seven Points and Houston. The youngest member present was the 6~month-old Christopher Brown,the first born to Pete Brown and wife, Brenda, daughter of Sonny and Vlasta Elzner, the grandparents, and great­ grandson of our late devoted members Stanley and Marie Elzner.

The oldest member present was our Joe Elzner, 77 years young, and enjoying the day with his devoted wife, Anna. The family wishes to thank Sidon Tumis and Lodge Stefanik for all the help in arranging this reunion.

A nice Workers' Party was held Sunday, July 17 from 4 p.m, to 9 p.m., with refeshments all through the party and a buffet dinner at 6 p.m. The Texas Dutchmen furnished the lively musicto about 400present and everyone seemed to have a wonderful time. While looking around the Chandelier Ballroom, I just wondered, why are our CLEANUP DAYS attended by so few willing members to give their time and elbow grease once or twice a year to the upkeep of our beautiful lodge home, 400 at the party and barely 125to give their time for the upkeep of our beautiful surroundings; there is something missing! Do most of us rather take than give? Please wake up and show your pride in extending a helping hand; it all belongs to us so why shy away from our responsibilities. We all come to these parties and have good times while someone, the Board members and many other members work hard to show us a pleasant evening, for what? Wake up and try to do your part, also.

It is very thoughtful of our leaders to recognize the efforts given freely by our older members in past years and noware not able to enjoy this kind of a reward, it was nice to know that tickets for these

kind of parties are sent to members who are not able to attend and not active anymore. It makes them feel still appreciated and recognized.

Bill and Geraldine Hlozek attended the dedication ceremonies of the Czech National Chapel of Our Lady of Hostyn at the Shrine of the Ammaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.,along with Bishop John Morkovsky and Frank and Vlasta Slanina and many other Texans, and from all over the United States, Canada and even from abroad. Sunday after the solemn ceremonies a Czech festival was held with kolache, sausages, sand­ wiches and naturely "pivo." Czech speaking people were everywhere, the Czech costumes were something to see and during the afternoon dancing and singing performances took place. Several tours were taken of the city and places of historical interest; only four days, but it will be long remembered.

The monthly lodge meeting held July 18 had an exceptionally good attendance. We had one guest visiting here from Dallas, Texas; namely, Mrs. Theresa Cercone, niece of Millie Manack (who serves on the lodge's Auditing Committee and on the Entertainment Committee);also, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Carr and family.

Sick members reported: Our Assistant Secretary Betty Forgarty had surgery and is doing fine and will be back at her desk soon, she is the daughter of our Publicity Chairman Doris Knapick. We were happy to see Jerry Ermis and Agnes Pederson back with us after their stay in the hospital. Mary Kosut, reporter on Benevolence, is also under the weather missing this meeting and the Birthday Club Party, and the meeting this month; get well because we miss you.

There is always something to be done or repaired at the lodge and it takes good samaritans to come out and do it without questions asked.

Annie Vala, food chairman and on the Entertainment Committee, covered chair seats and Dub Pulley also covered quite a few, so between the two about thirty chairs look like new again. Steve Kelly retired and on the Board of Trustees is always repairing something. In the lobby we have an antique table given to the lodge in 1965 by Sister Thelma Maresh, the wife of the late Dr. H. R. Maresh, it is a beautiful piece of furniture and after all these years it needed refinishing. WHO DID IT? Brother Louis Roznovsky did a beautiful job and everyone admires his work. There are so many dedicated members who work around the lodge; yes there are many, but we have a home that takes attention of many, so lend a hand and be proud of our lodge home.

Something new happened: Ed Miculka announced in the meeting, that a Lodge 88 Men's Club was organized last month and they held their first meeting the first Tuesday, July 5, 1983. They will meet at the lodge at 8 in the morning and will have breakfast and meeting and after that will hold a "Bull Session" any member is welcome to join. GOOD LUCK, BOY'S! Remember, second Tuesday in each month!

If you wish to continue learning Czech,register for classes beginning September 26, 1983 with a

Wednesday, July 27, 1983-VĚSTNfK/11 wonderful teacher, William Souchek.

As usual, "Happy Birthday" song rang out for all the birthday celebrants in July.

Wedding anniversaries were announced as follows: Fred and Josephine Buri, 45 years - July 30th; Henry and Doris Knapick, 18 years-July 2nd; Jack and Mildred Holeman, 36 years-July 30th. Happy wedding anniversaries to all these celebrants!

Johnnie Broz, on the Building Advisory Group, wheeled in a beautiful decorated birthday cake and also furníshed the refreshments after the meeting in honor of his wife, Vice President Clara Broz, for her birthday, July 23rd. The cake and refreshments were thoroughly enjoyed by all present.

Did you visit the "Happy Hour" in the Blue Room Friday nights from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.? The special drink for this month is DAIQUIRI. Come out and enjoy a nice evening hour with our friends. See you!

Fraternally, Frances Olexa -SPJST-

Lodge 88 Houston Birthday Club News

Wednesday, July 13th at 11:27 a.m., Sister Pearl Hanka called the meeting to order. She then read a poem called, "I Wonder What It's All About." It was great!

The minutes from the previous meeting were read by Secretary Rosalee Kostom. They were approved as read.

A treasurer's report was given by Sister Mary Tilich, in the absence of Sister Lillie Spies. It was a good report.

Sunshine Reporter Sister Mary Kosut was not able to attend this meeting, because she has been in the hospital, but she is at home now.

Others who were ill are Sisters Clara Jecmenek, Shirley High and Agnes Pederson. Sister Evelyn Mikolas is recuperating from minor foot surgery.

An apology goes to Sister Della Kadlecek for not adding her name to the list who donated items for Splash Day. She gave groceries and flour.

Hostesses for July were the Birthday Club Sisters. Sister Pearl Hanka thanked everyone for helping and a special thanks to Sisters Mary Tilich, Clara Jecmenek, Lillian Finn, Rosalee Kostom, Mary Schenburn, Kathy Trefel, Anna Hoffman and Bessie Vasula and her granddaughter Terry; also our thanks to Brother Frank Tilich for making the tea and coffee, and to the Telephone Committee go our sincere thanks.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to Sisters Emma Jarish, Evelyn Mikolas, Louise Kadlecek, Sylvia Melia, Clara Broz, Anna Svestka, Rosalee Kostom, Annie Bathe, Stella Bukowski and Della Miksch. A special "Happy Birthday" was for Sister Annie Bathe who, the 28th of July, will be 94 years young; she has been a member of the Birthday Club since it started, and she still attends as often as her health will permit her to do so.

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Fraternally, Edna Froelich, Reporter -SPJST-

Friendship Club of Fort Worth

Dear Members and Friends: The attendance at the July 6th meeting, I understand, was small in number. No doubt, many were on vacation or just had more important things to do.

This is a reminder of our August 3rd meeting, which will be a cold covered-dish luncheon. Perhaps, by that time, the members will have their garden produce preserved and their vacation trips taken with fond memories to reminisce with their friends.

Roy and I enjoyed a once-in-a­ lifetime experience, by attending his All-Class Reunion in Crosby, Min­ nesota that lasted for one week.

Students and teachers from 1917 to 1983 were invited as guests for reminiscing and refreshments.

Never have I witnessed such organi­ zation, under the direction of Mr. Denny Polich and his steering committee to make 3000 people from all parts of the U.S.A., Germany and Hawaii come home to a week's planned program; such as breakfast every morning in the school cafeteria, dinners, banquets, dances, special events and activities. The famous Frankie Yankovic and his orchestra played for a street dance, but the Minnesota mosquito that is larger than the Texas pest was a big bother to the dancers.

Roy's high school senior class of 1935with 126 in membership, had 46 to return for the reunion. You can bet there was much hugging, picture taking and just talking. Besides Roy, many more got hoarse, but the warmth of renewing friendship with teachers and schoolmates made the hoarseness a minor occurrence.

I guess where there is a large gathering, a small world event takes place. This was no exception, because we made the acquaintance of Tom and Paula Kovatovich, who live only a couple of miles from us, here in Colleyville; and of Lorena and Harold Hasskamp of Hurst, Tex. After a week of togetherness we feel that we have known each other for many years. The spouses who attended the reunion enjoyed every bit of the activities as much as did the Crosby Alumni.

We wish to express our sincere sympathy to the families of Mrs. Lillian Becan, Mrs. Henry Kutej, Mrs. Annie Davis and Jay Dee Waggoner, who passed away recently. May our departed friends rest in eternal peace.

We extend our congratulations to Janice Diane Rosenthal and Thomas Edward Pospíchal who will be wed Sunday, the 7th of August at the Ridglea Country Club in Fort Worth. Roy and I are sorry we will be unable to attend the wedding, due to his commitment as a delegate to the Slavonic Mutual Fire Ins. Assoc. convention in Houston, Tex. Brother John Murphy and Brother Albert Kubala are also delegates from Chapter No. 9, Ft. Worth. The spouses will tag along, because the Houston Association always plans a program that is enjoyable for all of those who attend the convention.

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grandparents, Roy and I will have instituted last year are still in effect the three grandsons from Glen for this year's campers. No deviation Ellyn, Ill. for about three days, while from those guidelines will be our son, Tony, and his wife, Kathy, permitted. All the rules pertaining attend a lawyers ABA Convention in to camp, including the guidelines, West Virginia the latter part of this have been approved by the Supreme month.

Lodge. We feel the rules are clear and there should be no question as See you August 3rd. to who is in charge of the planning Fraternally, and arrangements for your district Lydia Alholm Reporter/Secy. camps. What few problems that -SPJSThave arisen have come about because some have assumed authority that they did not have.

This is the same problem that rears · its head from time to time in other areas of our activities. This causes confusion, frustration, and is a negative factor, to say the least.

STATE COMPETITION-1983 Finally, it goes without saying State YAD-Sunday, August 21st that our camps were never intended Temple High School.

State Róyalty-Saturday, Sep­ as a "dude ranch" experience. is essentially an tember 17th, hosted by Lodge No. 18, Camping Elgin; music by Bubba Cox & Easy experience in living and coping with the raw elements of Nature and Goin' of Austin inter-relating with other campers in *** the various activities planned. The CAMPING DATES air-conditioned comforts of home Dist. II-Sun., July 31-Jrs. arrive will not be found at camp. The tem­ for supper perature at Val Verde in August Wed., Aug. 3-Jrs. depart after usually hovers around the 100 lunch degree mark, so you need to govern Wed., Aug. 3-Teens arrive for yourselves accordingly. Here's supper hoping our youngsters have another Sat., Aug. 6-Teens depart after good season at camp. It is a very lunch popular activity.

Break 1 day (Aug. 7, Sunday) Fraternally, Dist. I & IV-Mon., Aug. 8, arrive Nick A. Morris, President for lunch and depart after lunch on and Head of the Youth Thurs., Aug. 11th Dept.

YOUTH SECTION

Head of the Youth Department CAMP POLICIES Down through the years, we have· always welcomed visits by members/parents at our district camps. Because a question has recently arisen about such visits and their duration, it has become necessary to issue this policy statement.

While we have always welcomed such visits, we ask that they be brief and not to cover a time period of more than one meal - that is, either breakfast, or dinner, or supper. ln addition, the guests will be expected to pay for the meals at the following rate: Breakfast $2.50; dinner (noon meal) $3.00; and supper $4.00.

Payment can be made either by cash or check to the District Youth Counselor in charge. Checks may be made payable to: District _ Camp Fund.

This is in no way intended to discourage visits, but camping is intended primarily for the young people and unless adults are there as chaperones, we really don't wish to have groups of visitors and guests at camp. To do so would defeat the purpose of camp.

According to the rules that have been in effect almost 20 years, the SPJST camps by districts, not by individual lodges. All arrangements, including transportation to and from camp, are coordinated through and by the District Youth Counselor.

Each District Youth Counselor is responsible and in charge of that district's camp. If a lodge wishes to make a contribution toward the cost of transporting campers to camp, they will do this to and through the District Youth Counselor.

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From the Youth Members LODGE 29 YC HAS MANY YADWINNERS Dear Members and Friends, The District II YAD was held July 16, 1983 at Cyclone. The YAD was very successful for me because I received 5 second places and was the first runner-up in the Queen competition. I would like to thank Monica Machu for being my duchess and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albin Machu for permitting her to be with me.

I would also like to thank the Scrapbook Committee who helped me with it. Those who helped me were: Shelly and Monica Machu, Shanna Pasemann, Julie Schmidt, Stacy Stiles, Sandra Heinze, Mrs. Edwin Machu, Mrs. Donna Pasemann and Mrs. Velma Marx.

My thanks also to my parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Wuensche for being present.

Taylor Lodge had a very good turnout so thanks to all of you who came. The youth club, a good many participating in crafts, had over 20 winning entries; whether they were in 1st, 2nd or 3rd places.

I wish to congratulate Shanna Patterson and the best of luck to you at State!

Our next meeting will be held August 7th. due to the Fall District II meeting, which will be held in Round Rock, August 14th. I hope to see a large number of you at both occasions.

Fraternally, Denisse Wuensche (16) Asst. Treasurer (7-20-83) -SPJSTi(',

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July 27, 1983

Successful District III YAD Held At Lodge 25, Ennis June 26, 1983

Individual Talent Winners, L to R: Michelle Zapletal (Ages 6-9, Lodge 25); District III Junior Craft Winners in 6-9, L to R: Kevin Owen (Lodge 66, in Stephanie Becan (10-12, Lodge 84); Leanne Parma (13-14, Lodge 130); and Constructed Items and Foods); Kevin Dobecka (Lodge 6, Hobby Kits); Richard Darrin Banik (15-17, Lodge 35). (All YAD photos by Editor) Kopecky (Lodge 84, Pictorial .Arts); Amber Ondrusek (Lodge 84, Home Arts); Melanie Kudrna (Lodge 25, Science/Educational); and Keith Hykel (Lodge 6, Handicraft).

LODGE13YCPLANSTO ATTEND BOTH STATE ACTIVITIES

Junior Group Talent Winners - Front row, L to R: Brian Becan, Richard Kopecky, Amber Ondrusek, Keri Andreason. Back row, L to R: Stephanie Becan, Debbie Pokladnik, Carl Ondrusek, Tara Andreason, Brandon Andreason and Bryan Wolfe,all from Lodge 84, Dallas.

District III Junior Beseda Winners - Back row, L to R: Brian Becan, Chris Connor, Richard Kopecky, Bryan Wolfe. Front row, L to R: Stephanie Beean, Stacie Petr, Keri Andreason and Amber Ondrusek.

Teen Beseda Winners of District III - Front row, L to R: Tara Andreason, Sally Manak, Michelle Conner, Cheryl Hubik. Back row, L to i.:t: Charles Pokladník, Paul Sanders, Paul Connor and Joey Hubik.

Dear Readers, Lodge Dime Box was well­ represented in this year's YAD. We are proud to say that we have four people advancing in State YAD in crafts and in Beseda group in the Senior Division. These people include: Pam Spitzenberger, Penny Spitzenberger, Tami Krenek, Sharla Nimtz, Doug Abshire, Robert Spacek, Barry Gold, and a member we borrowed from Lodge 17, New Tabor, named John Rychlik.

In this year's District I YAD, we had many winners from all over District 1. New Tabor did a good cleanup job in talent in which they did a marvelous job in all categories.

Bryan youth also did very well who did a super Junior group talent that won first place. Snook, as always, did a great job in crafts and in talent; also don't forget Warrenton, they always seemed to come out on top with craft winners. I would like to congratulate everyone who participated in this year's YAD and the best of luck to each of you who will be participating in State YAD 21 of August at Temple High School, Temple, Texas.

Royalty this year was very well­ represented by our district lodges.

We had five girls running for queen: 2 from New Tabor, 1 from Snook, 1 from Warrenton, and 1 from Dime Box. For King we had five candidates competing: 3 from Dime Box, 1 from New Tabor and 1 from Snook; everyone did a very good job on their speeches.

In State Royalty competition, we will have Queen Pamela Spitzenberger and Duchess Monica Spitzenberger representing our district, both from Lodge 13 Dime Box and King John Rychlik and his duke from Lodge 17, New Tabor.

I would also like to congratulate Snook who had the two runners-up in our competition, so congratula­ tions Lori and Mark for doing a great job.

Once more congratulations to everyone who participated; you all did a very good job, so the best of luck to all of the winners, Lodge 13 is behind you all the way!

Fraternally, Pamela Spitzenberger (17) (7_18_83) President

LODGE 79 YC DISCUSSES SUMMER ACTIVITIES Dear Vestnik Readers, The youth club of Lodge 79 in Corpus Christi had their monthly meeting Friday, July 8, 1983.

We had 13 members and one guest present; one of our members, Shane McClain, was down visiting Stephanie and Stephen Rebecek from Virginia Beach, Virginia.

During the meeting we talked about our YAD trip to New Braunfels. We are to meet Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m. at SPJST-Sokol Hall. We are all to go in a van driven by our youth leader, Mrs. Kay Majek.

We then drew the door prize and it was won by Shane McClain.

At the end of the meeting, we practiced our songs for talent contest at the YAD. Our next meeting will be in August, so I hope to see you there.

Fraternally, Stephanie Rebecek Secretary/Reporter (7-19-83) -SPJST-

LODGE84DALLASHAD NEW KING AND QUEEN Dear Readers, The past few weeks have been very busy for the teens of Lodge 84.

We have all been getting ready for our yearly Princess Ball. We have been selling prize and dance tickets, having a bake sale at Rudolph's Market July 9th and having a spaghetti dinner and bingo get­ together at the hall July 13th.

The Princess Ball was July 16th.

The boy and girl who brought in the most money were crowned king and queen. They replaced outgoing Queen Michelle Connor and King Richard Andreason, both who did a great job representing Lodge 84.

The new queen is Vicki Gerlich and the new king is Larry Petr. Lisa Reznik and Richard Andreason were runners-up.

The dance was a success which was enjoyed by all. The Teens wish to thank Mrs. Bessie Petr for every­ thing she did to make the Princess Ball possible.

Fraternally, Lisa Reznik (14) Secretary (7-20-83) -SPJST-

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Oddíl Dopisovatelů Tak Všelicos Anežka Houdková.

27. července 1983 měla tak dobře a výlet pěkně užila a vím, že bude vždy si na to vzpomínat.

Také jsem se dověděla, že manželé Chas. Bártovi oslavili 9. července 50. výročí svého manželství. Chas. Barta a Jane Zastoupilova byli oddaní 9. července 1933 v Durant, Oklahoma. On už je na odpočinku od firmy Rowe Machine a Manufacturing a ona ještě je .zaměstnaná u Mary's Beauty Shop. Manželé mají jednu dceru pí.

Mary Jane Birdsong, čtyři vnoučata a tři pravnoučata. Bydlí již delší čas v Dallas a jsou členové kostela Holy Trinity katolického a myslím i SPJST řádu 84. Přejeme vše dobré nadále.

Moje přítelkyně pí.

Anna Staglíková se nedávno navrátila za svého výletu do Londýna a pak do Francie a Československa a vyprávěla mě kde všude byla a co viděla. Celkem byla pryč 24 dní a hodně viděla a zažila. V Londýně viděla Weschester katedrálu a též katedrálu sv. Pavla. Pak také viděla jak se vyměňovala stráž čili jak tomu říkají "Changing of the Guards" a to prý bylo malebné.

Uviděli královnu Matku, královnu Alžbětu, princeznu Dianu a jejího prince Karla když byli v průvodu.

V sobotu ráno 62 členů toho Klána Pak uviděla a všichní díváci mašírovali městem zde a trochu to kralovský palác v Kensingtonu počasí bylo špatné, neboť před parku kde princ Karel s jeho průvodem hodně pršelo a při princeznou bydlí.

Dále uviděla hodiny zvané "Big průvodu drobně poprchalo. Bylo Ben", Věž kondýnská, krásne Wisley přítomno prý asi tisíc lidí, ale na zahrady, dále největší kostel v štěstí žádný nebyl poraněn a žádné Londýně který se jmenuje West­ rvačky se nestaly protože policisté minster Abbey, šla do továrny kde drželi lidé za přehradou aby na sebe se vyrábí krásné nádobí značky nemohli. Lidé kteří byli proti těm "Royal Dolton" a než odjela do Klánům tak házeli na ně vejce, Francie, tak viděla dvě divadla. kamení a různé věci a pokřikovali.

Přejela anglický průplav do Francie Klánové zase vykřikovali, že jestli se něco neudělá proti těm nezakonitým kde navštívila dva americké menšinám, že oni to spraví. Čtyři hřbitovy kde jsou pohřbení vojáci lidé byli zatčení že dělali výtržnost američtí a na obrázku které vzala tím házením a jedna žena měla zbraň tam, je vidět tisíce hrobů těch kteří v kabelce a pušku v autu, tak jí tam odpočívají. Celá parta bydlela v zatkli.

Celkem tato hloupost stála 80 privátní ville která měla 10 světnic. tisíc a 550 policistů muselo držeti Tam viděli dva kostely sv. Mere pořádek.

A co to pomohlo?

Vůbec Englise a sv. Martina katedrálu a pak též dvě voskové musea, pak nic-dobrého se nevykonalo jen nenávist a zášť a poplatníci to budou krásné zahrady jménem muset zaplatit.

Avaranches, kde je prý pomník Stará dallaská věznice postavená generala Pattona, a ještě uviděli v 1914, která tehdy stála prý sedm město Cotuance které bylo set tisíc dolarů, minulý čvrtek bombováno a úplně zničeno v 1944 zavřela své dverě navždy. Ku konci když pět tisíc bombu bylo puštěno tam zůstalo 6 vězňů a tak soudce na město. pokutoval je a pak propustil je a už V Československu byli provezení věznice se neotevře, neboť mají na busech a uviděli Karlův most, kde novou věznici která je pojmenovaná jsou sochy po obouch stranách, též po soudci Lew Sterrett, která stála katedrálu sv. Víta která je opravdu 62 milionů dolarů a pojme 800 věžnů. krásná kde jsou ty korunovační · · Říkali, že· v té staré věznici nikdy klenoty a vše krásné. Zlatá Ulička, kde jsou všelijaké krámy a neměli oheň, ani žádnou vzpouru a žádný věžeň jim též neutekl. Jednou obchůdky s různými věcmi a kde dříve zlatníci vyráběli klenoty a tři vězni se pustili dolů a brzy byli koruny pro králové a královny. Ve chycení. Tak vše časem se mění a Starém městě jsou ty velké hodiny pak zanikne aby vše se zlepšilo. V jenž každou hodinu bijou a pak listopadu 1963 Oswald byl tam zastřelen člověkem jménem Ruby a apoštolé jdou kolem a kostlivec ten pak též zesnul. Lidé mohou jen uhodí na zvonek. Kdo toto jednou vzpomínat na zašlé doby ve staré viděl, tak na to nezapomene.! věznici že ano?

Václavské náměstí je velmi zajímavé a Pražský hrad a Starý Minulý týden úřady zavřeli veter­ královský palác jsou moc pěkné. ánský spolek kde se hrálo bingo Navštívili též Karlštýn kde král skrze to, že vydělávali hodně peněz Karel IV býval. V tomto místě je též ale dobročinným ústavům dali velice mnoho klenot korunovačních a málo z výtěžku. Toto se stalo v zlatnické práce. V Konopíšti zas byla Mesquite, Tx., ale řekli, že mají v výstava vycpaných zvířat, všelijaké úmyslu zavřít další spolky skrze tu zbraně a jiné pěkné věci. Uviděli samou příčinu. Spolky sice slibovali "Magica Laterna" a mnoho jiných ale sliby nedodrželi a nyní mají po zajímavých míst a věcí. Říkala mě, všem a starší lidé nebudou se moci že Československo je moc krásná bavit. země a že se měli tam velice dobře.

Ve Scott's Valley, Cal., vůdcové Prý když mladí čeští lidé se přísně křesťanské školy propustili dověděli, že je z Ameriky a umí dobrou učitelku skrze to, že se česky, tak hned se s ní bavili provdala za žida. Řeklo se jí, že hovorem. Jak to bylo krásné, že nemůže vyučovat křesťanské děti mohla s nimi mluvit jejich řečí, že když si vzala nevěrce. Ale ona ano? Přejí to milé přítelkyni, že se podala žalobu na dvě stě tisíc dolarů

proti škole a tak budem vidět jak to skončí.

Dověděla jsem se, že v Ennis, Tx., měl pohřeb p. Joe Paták v kostele sv. Jana. Byl 76 let věku a celý život žil v Ennis. V 1929 se oženil se sl.

Mary Bouškovou a na této svatbě jsme byli, neboť hostina se konala u Boušků a zesnulý dp. Kowalski tam též byl a měli jsme so moc dobře.

Zanechal svou manželku, syna George, jednoho vnuku, jednu vnučku, dvě adoptované vnučky, jednoho pra-vnucku , jednu pra­ vnučku a čtyři sestry. Byl synem Rudolfa Patáka a Stázky Dlabajové­ Patákové. Uložen na Myrtle hřbitov.

Milému příteli přejeme tichý spánek na věčnosti a rodině vyslovujeme svou soustrast.

Dnes se bude konat soud s naším šerifem, který byl obviněn, že v opilosti vrazil do železného sloupu, rozbil auto a poranil se. Chtěli aby se přiznal, že byl opilý ale on odmítl a tak jestli bude uznán že je vinnen, tak bude odsouzen soudcem. On pořád tvrdí, že opilý nebyl ale svědkové viděli jak jel a v nemocnici ho ošetřovali a zjistili, že má hodně alkoholu v těle. Tak uvidíme jak soudce rozhodne.

Včera se též konal soud s tim člověkem, který zastřelil svého otce aby ho zbavil trápení. Porotci ho neodsoudili do vězení ani jej neepokutovali ale dali na probaci.

Celá rodina byla při ňem, poněvadž viděli že ten otec ležel tři měsíce bezvědomí a naděje na uzdravení nebyla.

Dnes ráno oznamovali, že zas letadlo z New Yorku do Miami, bylo přepadeno a museli jet do Kuby.

Toto už je druhý přepad v 48. hodinách a čvrtý tento měsíc. Říkali, že se postarají aby se něco podobného už nebylo ale jaksi jim to nepracuje.

Letadlo mělo 200 pasažérů na letadle a mohlo se při tom stát neštěstí, že ano?

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Co Se Stane z Vašima StarožítnostmiAž Vy Tu Nebudete?

Nedávno zemřel jistý člověk, který vlastnil mnoho knih a jiných věcí a jelikož nenechal poslední vůli jeho potomci jeho knihy vyhodili na smetiště; kdyby byl nechal poslední vůli mohl je odkázat do některé knihovny aby sloužily čtenářům dále. Také je mohl některé knihovně darovat dokud ještě žil.

Slýcháváme, že knihy nikdo nečte což není pravda; v naší SPJST knihovně máme průměrne přes 500 knih vypůjčeno a bylo by jich více vypůjčeno kdyby čtenáři věděli, že si je mohou vypůjčit ZDARMA, když si pro ně přijdou a pak je vrati osobně zpátky. Když je musíme poslat poštou, tak zaplatí poštovné tam i zpět což je nejlacinejší poštovné z celého poštovného. Za baleni nepočítáme NIC a můžete si je nechat 60 i více dní, když je nedočtete do 60 dní tak nám jenom pošlete kartku a my vám půjčku prodloužíme.

Jaké knihy máme k půjčení? Jaké si přejete? Chcete romány, povídky vzdělávací, knihy náboženské, lékařské, historické, kuchařky, zahradnické, rolnické, rolnické, kalendařé, obrázkové, světové a jiné. Knihy pro každou chuť jen si objednejte anebo přijďte si pro seznam, který je zdarma. Řeknete, že kdo by zahodil dobré knihy, ale přece se to stane; pár roků zpátky nám přinesl zaměstnanec městského smetište 55 skoro smetište 55 skoro nových knih v kterých nebyla žádná zmínka komu patřily, tak přece se to stane. Knihy přijímáme v jakémkoliv stavu, můžete poslat anebo přivézt kdy koliv.

S krajanským pozdravem, SPJST Knihovna, Archiv, Museum, Otto Hanuš, knihovník­ kurator Thelma Bartosh, výpomocna -SPJST-

Důležité upozornění do A lief a okolí! Čeština bude na podzim opět vyučována v místní večerní koleji.

Toto vyučování bude pro začátečníky s případným pokračováním nynějšího letního kursu, bude-li k tomu dosti zájemců.

Podzimní vyučování zahájí 6. září a bude každé úterý, 14 týdnů, vždy od 7 do 9 hod. večer. Stejně jako v létě, učitelem bude John J. Karas z Houstonu. Školné bude dle rozhodnutí Aliefského Nezávislého Školního Okresu $50, tak jak tomu bylo v létě. Program tohoto podzimního kursu češtiny bude zaměřen na základy české mluvnice, na běžné výrazy, a na tvorbu jednoduchých vět. Tyto 3 základní prvky pak studentům umožní jednoduchým způsobem se česky vyjádřit, kdekoliv je česká řeč používána.

Znalost jiných jazyků je všeobecně známou výhod ou jak ve veřejném tak i v soukromém životě.

Studium a znalost češtiny usnadní případná studia jiných slovanských jazyků. Vyučování českého jazyka je vrcholně nutné k zachování našeho zdejšího národního dědictví.

Studiem a znalostí české řeči stává se totiž každý českoamerický student daleko více etnicky uvědomělý. Prosím upozorněte své příbuzné, přátele a známé na tento podzimní kurs češtiny v Alief.

Další informace o tomto vyučování českého jazyka podá všem zájemcům Alief Independent School District, P.O. Box 68, Alief, Tx. 77411. Phone 498-8110 ext. 320 or 495-4053.

Zaslal John J. Karas z Houstonu.

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14/VĚSTNiK-27.

července 1983

Šicí Kroužek Žen v Ennis Sestra předsedkyně Bettie Houdková zahájila schůzi za přítomnosti 30 členek. Pánové jako hosté byli: W. Tupý, Bob Zvolánek, Leslie Vrla, Charlie Jurčík a Vilém a Joe Houdek. Rádi jsme zase mezi námi uviděly sestru Annastazii Jurčíkovou, která už delší čas nebyla ve schůzi přítomna. Postrádaly jsme sestru Stasie Hejnovou, která byla v Houstonu na návštěvě u syna a snacky p. a pí. Hejnovi a potěšit se vnoučátky.

Na lísku nemocných je hlášena sestra Vojteška Janíčková, která strávila pár dní v nemocnici v Dallasu, ale už byla ve schůzi a jen si stězovala, že nohy nechtějí dělat dobrou službu a musí používat "Walker."

Sestry šicího kroužku vyslovují upřímnou soustrast sestře Mary Bouškové nad odchodem její sestry, pí. Frances Lažnovské, která zesnula v Domově odpočinku.

Zarmoutíla nás zpráva, že ztrácímé sestru Valie a jejího p. manžela Wesley Tupý, kteří se stěhují z Dallasu do Temple. Budeme je v našich schůzích postrádat. Přejeme štěstí a zdraví na novém místě.

Sestra Rosie Bednářová se přistěhovala z Dallasu do Ennis aby byla blíže své sestry pí. Mildred Trojáčkové.

Prošila se deka krouzku na, kterou vršek zhotovila a darovala kroužku sestra Petříková.

Zazpívaly jsme "Happy Birthday" sestrám v červenci rozeným a sice: Hattie Likář , Rosie Minarčík, Antonie Novák, Annastažie Jurčík, Annie Hejný, Annie Novák, Mary Vrla, Agnes Janečka a Mary Sill.

Dveřní dárky přinesly sestry Sadie Kubin, Valie Tupý, Wilma Jelínek a Hattie Likář.

Sestra Kopečková měla milou náštěvu svého syna Jaroslava a jeho rodinu z Kalifornie. Ráda je zase uviděla a se s nimi potěšila.

Příští schůze bude 11. srpna.

S pozdravem, Růžena Zázvorková.

-SPJST-

Resoluce Soustrasti My, níže podepsaný resoluční výbor řádu číslo 79. Corpus Christi, Texas jménem našeho celého řádu, tímto upřímně vyslovujeme naši soustrast pozůstalé rodině nad odchodem spolkové sestry ALOISIE P. SLÁDEK, věk 90, která nás předešla na věčnost 21. března 1983 v místní opatrovně.

Ona zaměstnáním byla hospodyně, bývala v Corpus Christi od roku 1928.Byla členkou SPJST řádu číslo 79. od roku 19. května 1912.

Pozůstalí truchlící jsou: jedna dcera, paní Edwin E. Marriman v Lubbock, Texas; jeden syn, Robert L. Sládek v Corpus Christi, Texas; jeden bratr, Stepan Wolčík v Baytown, Texas; sedm vnuků, sedmnáct pravnuků a dva pra­ pravnuci.

Pohřební obřady byly konány v 10 hodin dopoledne 23. března 1983 v Seaside Memorial Parku (Seaside Funeral Home). Čest budiž její nehynoucí památce.

John Staša Mack Munson Frank C. Sacký Resoluční výbor -SPJST-

Learn Czech With Us 78th lesson. Object Constructions.

To Take Můžeš mi říct, k čemu potřebuješ všechny ty nástroje? Babičce bylo v noci špatně a tak jsme museli dojít pro lékaře. Vždy se snažil (-to try hard) o nejlepší výsledek. O vydělané (-earned) peníze se všichni rozdělili stejným dílem. Můj bratr se o sport vůbec nezajímá. Aby ho povzbudil, učitel se na žáka usmál.

Chybou v poslední zatáčce se závodník připravil (-to lose, deprive) o první místo v závodě. Studenti opakovali slova písně po učiteli.

Počkejte na mě před domem. Dotkla se (-to touch) horkých kamen (stove) a vykřikla bolestí. Když to nechcete

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udělat sami, my vás k tomu nutit nebudeme. Letadlo se pomalu blížilo k Evropě. To rozhodnutí (-decision) se vás netýká. Rozhodli jsme se pro druhou možnost. Můžeme vám s něčím pomoct? Nakonec se Karel přiznal k tomu, že si celou zprávu vymyslel. Váš nápad (-idea, notion) mi připadá zvláštní (-seems odd). Ty peníze ti nepatří, musíš je vrátit. Ten student patří k nejlepším ve třídě.

Když jsme se loučili, věnovala mi knížku veršů. Dovolte, abych vám ten problém vysvětlil. Matka mi tu lež (-lie)nemohla dlouho odpustit. Už se chystáme (-to get ready) k odchodu. K čemu slouží ten přístroj?

Nepodařilo se nám dokončit práci včas. Po chvíli odpočinku jsme zase pokračovali v cestě. Parlament jednal o novém zákonu. Dověděli jsme se o tom až z novin. Profesor s námi hovořil o všem možném.

Uvažovali jste už o tom, _že byste mohli jet na prázdniny do Ceskoslo­ venska? Po ničem jiném netoužím.

Musím si s vámi o něčem promluvit.

Fotbalové mužstvo Slávie vyhrálo nad Spartou 1:0. Kde se mohu s vámi sejít? Nevím, kam bych mohl utéct před tím strašným hlukem.

Some phrases with the verb to take Někdo vzal za kliku. - Somebody pressed the handle (door-knob).Kolik za to bereš? - How much (money) do you get? Berte si! - Help yourself!

Koho si hude hrát'? - Whom is she (he) going to marry. Jak se to vezme.

- It depends. Vzal bych na to jed, že je to podvod. - I bet you it is humbug. Vzali nohy na ramena. -

They took to their heels. Musíte brát ohled na staré lidi. - You must have regard for old people. Vezměte si z něho příklad! - Take example by him! Vezměte rozum do hrsti. - Use all your wits (hrst-hand, handful).

Vezměte oči do hrsti. - Keep your eyes skinned. Vezmi ho s sebou. Take (bring) him along. Celý den jsem nevzal do úst (-mouth). - I had nothing to eat the whole day. Neberte to na lehkou váhu. - Don't make light of it. Vzal zavděk kouskem chleba. - He put up with a piece of bread. Bereme svůj návrh zpět. - We withdraw our proposal. Vzal si život.

- He took away his life. Babička musí brát prášky. - The grand­ mother must take the medicine. Co si vezmeš ne sebe? - What are you going to put on (wear)? Beru vás za slovo! - I take you at your word!

Vzal si ji (ona jeho) za ženu (za muže).

- He took her to wife, married her/ him. Ryba here! - Fish bites! Práce nebrala konce. - There was no end of work. Kde se tu bereš? - How do you come to he here? Vzaljste mi to z úst.

- You are speaking my mind. Vzal si do hlavy, že přeplave jezero. - He took into his head that he would swim across the lake. Vezměte si to k srdci!

- Take it to heart! ,JAN HOLUB -SP.IST-

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Wednesday, July 27, 1983-VĚSTNÍK/15 · (Social night every Thurs., 7:15-EB; & 7:30RG) (Men's Club meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8 a.m.; Breakfast/Meeting/etc.)

SPJST CALENDAR

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Lodge No.92, Ft. Worth

FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

Lodge No.6, Cottonwood Friday, July 29-Board of Trustees' Meeting, 8 p.m.; also Social Night Saturday, July 30-Krizan Reunion Sunday, July 31-Hoover Reunion Friday, Aug. 5-Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 6-W edding Sunday, Aug. 7-Peterson Reunion Friday, Aug. 12-Social Night Saturday, Aug.13-Wedding Anniversary Sunday, Aug. 14-Degner-Schronk Reunion Friday, Aug. 19-Social Night Saturday, Aug. 20-CB CIÚb Supper 6:30; and Public Dance, music by Ed Reinke & his Swingsters, 8:30 to 12:30 Sunday, Aug. 21-Adler Reunion Friday, Aug. 26-Social Night Saturday, Aug. 27-Wedding Anniversary Sunday, Aug. 28-Zettler Reunion

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Lodge No.13, DimeBox Friday, July 29-Lee Roy Matocha Sunday, July 31-St. Joseph's Church Bazaar Southern Wave Saturday, Aug. 20-Phoenix Saturday, Aug. 27-American Cancer Society Benefit; music by King of Swing Band

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Lodge No. 15,Buckholts (Lodge meeting every 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. Game night every Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.)

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Lodge No. 18, Elgin Saturday, July 30-Vrazels (Var.) Saturday, Aug. 6-Private Wedding Rental Friday, Aug. 12-People's Choice Saturday, Aug. 13-Ellinger Combo (P/W) Sunday, Aug. 14-Private Reunion Rental Saturday, Aug. 20-Private Wedding Rental Sunday, Aug. 2J-Lodge Meeting . & Social, with Covered Dish Supper at 6 p.m.: also Games for Everyone Saturday, Aug. 27-Hi-Toppers (P/W)

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Lodge No.24, Cyclone Saturday, July 30-Sebek Reunion, 10 a.m.

Saturday, July 30-Sterling Country Thursday, Aug. 4-Elm Creek Water Shed Authority, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 6-Casuals Sunday, Aug. 7-Bullock-Marek Wedding; music by Texas Turkey Band Wednesday, Aug. 10-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.; bring snacks for social after the meeting Saturday, Aug. 13-Allison-Mikeska Wedding; music by Horizons Monday, Aug. 15-Board Meeting, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 20-Hubnik-Vansa Wedding; music by Sterling Country · Saturday, Aug. 27-Jerry Haisler

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Lodge No.35, Elk Saturday, Saturday.

Saturday, Saturday.

Saturday.

Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday,

July :JO-Country Drifters Aug. 6-Jerry & Melody Five Aug. l:l-Roy Robbins & Availables Aug. 20-Starlites Aug. 27-Country Drifters Sept. :l-Jerry & Melody Five Sept. 10-Country Drifters Sept. 17-Cherokee Rose Sept. 24-Starlites

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Saturday, Sept. to-Ellinger Combo Saturday, Sept. 17-Ray Jurecka Orch «:(B/R) Saturday, Sept. 24-Gilbert Kautz Orch. (BIR)

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Lodge No.54, West Saturday, July 30-Lulac Dance Saturday, Aug. 6-Wedding Reception/Dance Tuesday, Aug. 9-Sokol West Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 13-Ernest Cineks' 50th Ann. Saturday, Aug. 20-Lulac Dance Saturday, Aug. 27-W edding Reception/Dance Saturday, Sept. 10-Lulac Dance Sunday, Sept. 11-Lodge Meeting & Social, 3 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 17-Wedding Reception & Dance Saturday, Sept. 24-Lulac Dance Saturday, Oct. 8-Lulac Dance Sunday. Oct. 16-W edding Reception Saturday, Oct. 22-Wedding Reception & Dance Monday, Oct. 24-RVOS No. 78 Annual Meet­ ing, 7:30 p.m, Saturday, Oct. 29-Lulac Dance

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Lodge No.66, Waco Saturday, July 30-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Aug. 6-Country Drifters Sunday, Aug. 13-Dallas Friday, Aug. 19-Country Drifters Saturday, Aug. 20-Billy Uptmor & The Makers Sunday, Aug. 21-Lodge Meeting, 2:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 27-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Sept. 3-Country Drifters Saturday, Sept. 10-Jodie Mikula Saturday, Sept. 17-Jerry Haisler Saturday, Sept. 24-Cherokee Rose

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Lodge No.74, Lovelady Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Express Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Price

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Lodge No.40, EI Campo-Hillie (Monthly meeting every !lrd Wednesday of each month at El Campo-Hillie Hall, 7::10 p.m.)

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Lodge No.47, Seaton Saturday, July :JO-King of Swing Saturday, Aug. 6-The Polka Dots Sunday, Aug. 7-Lodge & YC Meetings, 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 9-No Choral Rehearsal (Until Aug.23rd) Saturday, Aug. l:l-Jerry Haisler Sunday, Aug. 14-Shenkir Reunion Tuesday, Aug. 16-Trustees' Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 20-Schnabel-Mokry Wedding Eric Honza Orch.

Tuesday, Aug. 23-Choral Rehearsal, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday. Aug. 27-W ence Shimek Saturday, Sept. 3-Jodie Jay & The Silver· tones

Aug. 27-Music Masters Sept. 3-Country Roads Sept. 10-Silver River Band Sept. 17-New Generation Sept. 24-Hard Country with Don

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Lodge No.80, Holland Saturday, July 30-Horizons Friday, Aug. 5-Leather & Lace Saturday, Aug. 6-King of Swing Sunday. Aug. 7-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m, Saturday, Aug. t:J-Debonaires Saturday. Aug. 20-Casuals Friday, Aug. 26-Debonaires (Game Night Every Thursday, 7:30 p.m.)

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Lodge No.81, Needville Tuesday. Aug. 9~Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

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Lodge No.84, Dallas Saturday. Aug. 6-Country Boys Polka Band Saturday. Aug. 20-Jodie Mikula Polka Band Saturday. Sept. 17-Lodge 84's Czech Fest Opens, 8:30 to 12:30, with music by The Czech Harvesters Sunday, Sept. 18-0ld-fashioned Czech Dinner served and Dance from 4-8, with music by Harold Strand; plus lots of various booths

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Lodge No.39, Bryan Saturday, July :JO-Fabulous Six Saturday, Aug. 6-Lee Roy Matocha Sunday, Aug. 14-Meeting/Social/Supper Saturday, Aug. 20-Next Generation

July 30-Night Time Friends Aug. 6-Heart of Texas Road Gang Aug. 13-Silver Dollar Band Aug. 20-Gary Josey & Lone Star

Lodge No. 88, Houston Saturday, July :JO-Hi-Liters (Casual Dress Code) Wednesday, Aug. :!-Birthday Club Sisters' Card Party/Luncheon Saturday, Aug. 6-Ray Jureeka (B/R) Sunday, Aug. 7-Lodge 88's Annual Home· coming; FREE Dinner for Lodge 88 Mem­ bers; Public FREE Danco, 5-9, with Lee Roy Matocha Orch.

Wednesday, Aug. to-Birthday Club Sisters' Meeting/Card Party & Luncheon Friday. Aug. 12-Dutchmasters (Variety) Saturday, Aug. t:l-John Sullivan (B/R) Friday. Aug. 19-Rounders (C/WI Saturday, Aug. 20-Knights of Dixie (B/R) Saturday, Aug. 27-Little Fishermen oť New Braunfels (Var.) Friday, Sept. 2-0riginal River Road Band (C/Wl Saturday, Sept. :I-Ellinger Combo Saturday, Sept. l O-Knights of Dixie (B/Rl Friday. Sept. 16-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, Sept. 17-Vrazels (Variety) Saturday, Sept. 24-Al Pierson Big Band USA (B/R)

Saturday, August 13-Dance-Henry Rejcek Sunday, August 14-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Sunday, September 11-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, September 17-Dance-Bill Kucera Saturday, October 8-Dance-Henry Rejcek Sunday, October 9-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, October 22-Dance, Bill Kucera Saturday, October 29-Dance-Bill Kucera (Every Friday night ballroom dancing: Dress Code)

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Lodge No.130,Dallas & Sokol Zizka Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday,

Aug. 6-Jodie Mikula Aug. 20-Czech Mates Sept. 3-Harold Strand Sept. 17-Jodie Mikula Oct. 1-Czechmates Oct. 15-Harold Strand Oct. 29-Jodie Mikula

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Lodge No.142, Houston Sunday, Aug. 7-Lodge Friday, Sept. 2-Lodge Sunday, Oct. 2-Lodge Friday, Nov. 4-Lodge Sunday, Dec. 4-Lodge

Meeting, 2 p.m.

Meeting, 8 p.m.

Meeting, 2 p.m.

Meeting, 8 p.m.

Meeting, 2 p.m.

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Lodge No.154, Ft. Worth Sunday, Aug. 14-Lodge Meeting Saturday, Aug. 27-C/W Dance, with Jerry Max Lane (Bingo Every Friday, 7:30 p.m.)

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Lodge No. 172,Pasadena Saturday, July 30-Neal Hart Saturday, Aug. 6-The Vaneks Saturday, Aug. 13-The Legends Saturday, Aug. 20-Dixie Kings Saturday, Aug. 27-Heart of Texas Czechs Saturday, Sept. 3-Neal Hart (C/W) Saturday. Sept. 10-E. J. Macik (Var.) Saturday, Sept.17-Lee Roy Matocha (Var.) Saturday, Sept. 24-The Legends (C/W) (Lodge meetings the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.)

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Lodge No. 176,Houston Northwest Saturday, July :JO-Lodge 176's Annual Picnic · At Bear Creek Park, Shelter No. 4, at 2 p.m.

Meal served at 3 p.m.; Ladies are asked to bring trimmings for Hamburgers/Hot Dogs & bring Desserts

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Lodge No. 177,Academy Saturday, July :JO-Country Road of Austin Saturday, Aug. 6-Johnny Lyon (C/W) Friday, Aug. 12-Morgan's Point Volunteer Fire Department Dance Saturday, Aug. 13-Battle Dance: Jody Jay Silvertones vs The Road Runners Saturday, Aug. 20-Jerry, Butch & The Gent res Saturday, Aug. 27-Country Western Band HEasy" Saturday, Sept. !I-Battle Dance: American Sunrise vs The Brazos Express Saturday, Sept. 10-Bill Walt's "Goodtimers" Saturday, Sept. 17-Jerry, Butch & The Gent res Saturday, Sept. 24-Joe Paul Nichols, The Professional Band of Ft. Worth (Every Tuesday Game Night: Doors Open, 6 p.m.; Games start at 7::l0 p.m.)

••* Lodge No. 178,Longview

Saturday. July :lO-Sage Brush Saturday, Aug. li-Larry Stanley Saturday, Aug. t:l-Noondny Express Saturday, Aug. 20-Noonday Express Sunday, Aug. 21-Business Meeting, followed

by Ice-Cream/Cake Social Aug. 27-Wind River

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Lodge No. 179, Warrenton Thursday. Aug. 11-Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m.; snack sorial afterwards Sunday. Aug. U-Annual Feast with fried chirken meal sNved at 11 a.m.; Entertain· men! throughout the Evening; Bingo, 1 p.m.; also Variety Shoot

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Lodge No. 180,Burleson Saturday, July :!O-Rhythm Reunion Saturday, Aug. li-Horizons Saturday, Aug. t:l-The Ameri('an Sunrise Saturday, Aug. 20-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday. Aug. 27-Gentres Sunday, Aug. 28-5th Anniversary Cele­ bration of Lodge 180; Math Sladky of Nehraska playing (P/WI music Saturday, St•pt. :I-Country Junction Saturday, St•pt. to-Rhythm Reunion Saturday. Sept. 17-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Sťpt. 2-t-The Gentres Saturda)·, (kt. I-Country Junction Saturday, Ol't. 8-Rhythm Reunion Saturday, Oct. lfi-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Oct. 22-The Gentres Saturday, Oct. 29-Country Junetion (Lodge meeting every 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30; Board meeting every 1st Wednes­ day of the month, 7 p.m.)

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Lodge No. 183,Mid-Cities Saturday, Aug. 13-Dance with music by Polka Patriots (Cover Charge) Sunday, Aug. 14-Lodge Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 10-Dance; music by The Night Hawks (C/W); 9-1 Sunday, Sept. 11-Lodge Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 24-Dedication & Openhouse Celebration, 3-4 p.m.; Dedication/Ribbon­ Cutting; Dinner, 5-9 p.m.; Dance, 5-1, music

by Rejcek Polka Band, The Melody Mas­ ters, & The Panther City Polka Boys (Bingo every Tuesday & Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; on Sunday, 2 p.m.)

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Lodge No.185, NewBraunfels Thursday, Aug. 18-Lodge Meeting at Eagles Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 18-Fall Ball Thursday, Oct. 20-Lodge Meeting at Eagles Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 17-Annual Lodge Meeting & Election of Officers, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 17-Lodge 185 Christmas Party at Cibolo City Park ·

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· Lodge No.186, Caldwell Friday, Aug. 5-Game Room & Skate, 8-12 Saturday, Aug. 6-Dance: Music Masters (C/W),9-1 Sunday, Aug. 7-Game Room Friday, Aug. 12-Game Room & Skate, 8-12 Saturday, Aug. 1:3-Dance: Moonlight Prowlers (C/W), 9-1 Sunday, Aug. 14-Dance: The Moods (C/W), 812 "Free Keg Beer"; You All Come!

Friday, Aug. 19-Game Room & Skate, 8-12 Saturday, Aug. 20-Dance: Joe Cruz & Cruisers (C/W), 9-1 Sunday, Aug. 21-Game Room Friday, Aug. 26-Skate, 8-10: Dance: with music by Texas Unlimited, 10-12 Saturday, Aug. 27-Dance: Trinity River Boys (C/W),9-1 Sunday, Aug. 28-Game Room

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Lodge 187,Round Rock Friday. July 29-The Jimmy Mac Band (C/W), 8-12 Saturday, July 30-The Jimmy Mac Band with Kenny Dale (C/W), 8:30-12:30 Friday, August 5-Peoples Choice (C/W), 8-12 Saturday, August 6-Bert Rivera (C/W), 8:3012:30 .

Friday. August 12-Debonaires (C/W) 8·12 Saturday, August 13-Jess DeMaine (C/W), 8:30-12:30 Friday, August 19-Moods (C/W), 8-12 Saturday, August 20-Peoples Choice, 8:3012:30 Sunday, August 21-King of Swing, 5-9 Friday, August 26-The Jimmy Mac Band (C/Wl.8-12 Saturday. August 27-Debonaires (C/W), 8:3012:30 (Game Social every Tues. night, 7 p.m.; Lodge Meetings 3rd Sunday, each month- covered dish dinner)

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Lodge No. 188,Centerville Saturday, July :JO-Jodie Jay Saturday, Aug. 6-Gary Jose & Lone Star Express Saturday. Aug. 1:3-Firewater Monday, Aug. Hi-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 Saturday, Aug. 20-Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday. Aug. 27-Doc Wooley

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EDITORIAL (Continued from Page 2) of their District Youth Counselor, Janet Marek, who has kept up with every activity on the district level since she took office. Their YAD was held at El Campo-Hillje Lodge 40 at Hillje.

In the past years, we have observed one thing: as long as you have the parents', district officers' and members' strong participation, a district will succeed in its endeavors each time; it worked in the past and should work in the future. Good Luck! We understand that SYD Jann Wilson attended their Y AD and represented the Youth Department.

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The State YAD and State Royalty are still ahead of us, and these two days are very important for all first place district winners, who will be competing at the State level August 21st at the Temple High School, and then September 17th, which is State Royalty at Lodge 18 in Elgin.

Remember, the royalty is always held on a SATURDAY!

16/VĚSTNfK-Wednesday,

July 27, 1983

R Don't surrender your valuable whole life insuranee poliey without knowing

ALL THE FACTS. The Heart of Texas Association of Life Underwriters has questioned certain sales methods being used to persuade people to switch their permanent, cash-value (wholelife)life insurance to "deposit term" insurance.

The Heart of Texas Association of Life Underwriters vigorously objects to certain sales approaches to sell "deposit term" insurance to replace whole life insurance when those approaches are inaccurate, incomplete or otherwise mislead the public.

If you now hold a permanent, cash-value life insurance policy(whole life)and are approached about replacing it with a "Deposit Term" (also known as Modified Premium Renewable Term), you should demand a written statement outlining what guarantees arc invoked with the "Deposit Term" policy. You should then call your own life insurance agent or your life insurance company and ask for a comparison statement between your present whole life policy and the offered "Deposit Term" policy. Then make your decision on replacing - after you have ALLTHE FACTS. To help you make an informed decision, single copies of a pamphlet titled "Demand to be Shown!" - published by the National Association of Life Underwriters - arc available free on written request to the Heart of Texas Association of LífeUnderwriters, P.O. Box 338, Temple, Texas 76503.

Heart of Texas Association of LifeUnderwriters.

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Benevolent

of the State

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of Texas

P.O.Box100 Temple, Texas 76503 Phone AC (817) 773-1575

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