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JANUARY 4, 1984

President s Annual New Year's Message and Report Dear Members: Now that the Christmas and New Year's Holidays are past, we certainly hope that all of you had a pleasant and enjoyable holiday season — and particularly, enjoyed the company of your family and loved ones, together with good health.

It has been traditional that the president bring you this report at this time each year, in addition to the other reports that he renders to the membership from time to time in the Vestnik. I will touch on a number of items in this report, however, I'm going to depart a little bit from past practice on some of the items. You may wish to keep this issue for a handy reference.

Number Of Lodges. Lodge 22 in Cat Spring recently disbanded because there was no one to carry on the matters of the lodge from among the few members living in that area.

They have all been transferred to the nearby lodge in Sealy, No. 141.

There are a couple of other smaller lodges that are having difficulty "staying afloat" and are considering transferring their members' memberships to nearby lodges. Not only are some of our very small lodges having difficulty, but even some of those with a sizable membership and these are also considering merging or transferring membership into neighboring lodges. With a drop in participation in activities at some of these lodges, it is difficult to operate as a lodge entity and while it is somewhat sad to see some of these lodges go out of existence, it is clear that there is no attractive alternative.

New Lodges Chartered. The one anew lodge chartered in 1983 was Lodge 191 East Texas in the Lufkin area. This gives us another lodge in the Piney Woods of East Texas and they have a number of enthusiastic members. This presently gives us a total of 125 lodges (one out and one in) and nearly 57,000 certificates in force.

Refunds. Premium refunds to members will again amount to a sizable sum, as will the 8% refund to

lodges. Instead of giving you a projected figure, we will bring you the final figure after it is determined in March.

Death Claims. A total of 419 death claims were paid through December 1st. This figure is an increase over last year's figure of 388 at this time May these departed loyal brothers and sisters rest in peace ...

XXIVth Convention. The coming convention in June is, of course, the "big event" for us in 1984. With very few exceptions, all lodges have elected their officers and delegates to the coming convention.

As has always been the case, there will be revisions and changes in our by-laws. That is as it should be. It is the responsibility of the membership as a whole to review the by-laws in effect and make their proposals for changes at the next convention. Any individual member is free to submit proposed changes, or a committee for that purpose may be instituted in the lodges.

Such changes must be submitted to the secretary of the By-Law Committee no later than 30 days prior to the convention (Article 20(d)) and the secretary shall, forward such recommended changes to the Vestnik for publication (Article 20(e)). Any recommendations that are not favorably acted on by the committee can be presented in the convention by an accredited delegate when that particular article is being discussed.

The secretary of the By-Law Committee will forward all recommended changes for publication in the Vestnik as they are received before such recommendations are considered by that committee. In this manner, each proposal is considered by the entire membership, including the delegates. Then, the By-Law Committee acts as a "clearing house" and publishes its recommendations in the Vestnik prior to the convention.

Once the by-laws are passed and approved by the convention delegate body and the committee on by-laws has done its final work and arranged for printing the by-laws, they are the ones we will have to be

dealing with for the next four years.

It is then too late to send out a distress signal that something was left out or that something should have been included or something should have been worded this way or that way. It behooves the delegates to listen very carefully to these by-laws and deal with them accordingly. Your president and other members of the Supreme Lodge will have a number of recommended changes, but it is hoped that the lodges will exercise their prerogative in submitting changes and revisions on certain articles. The reports of the officers and directors of the Supreme Lodge will appear in the Vestnik, probably all in one issue, at`least two months before the convention.

It has been stated a number of times that the convention will officially convene on the morning of Monday, June 18th, in the Convention Center in Corpus Christi, Texas. Delegates will want to arrive during the afternoon on Sunday, the 17th. Registration will commence at approximately 1 p.m.

The schedule of all events should be forthcoming soon. The Supreme Lodge is going to ask the approval of the delegates to host the next convention in the Convention Center in Temple in 1988.

The By-Law Committee will convene no later than January (this month) to deliberate and decide on what proposals they have received thus far. I would repeat the request that was stated four years ago: If you have proposals you wish to submit as an individual or as a body from a lodge, do so when you have them ready instead of waiting for someone else to submit their proposals and then "pick" theirs apart or use theirs as a basis for your proposals as to whether you are in favor or not. You will have a chance to agree or disagree in the convention. Try to be original in your proposals without the benefit of someone else's recommendations.

1984 Calendars. The calendars for 1984 were sent out for the first week of December. We will continue dis-

tributing these calendars to those members receiving the Vestnik and new members until the supply is exhausted. If you didn't get one, please let us know. You may not have realized it a couple or three years ago, but during the survey about whether you wanted to continue receiving the Vestnik you may have answered that you did not wish to receive the Vestnik. Consequently, you will not receive a calendar because the mailing list is the same. In that event, please let us know. By choosing not to receive the Vestnik, you automatically took your name off the calendar mailing list. The mailing of individual calendars will be quite expensive again, so we will be mailing these out in lots of 200 or more in order to take advantage of the bulk;rate, so if you don't get yours soon after you ask for it, please be patient.

Youth Department. The January meeting of the Supreme Lodge is traditionally the meeting in which changes are suggested and considered for the Youth Department, according to the by-laws (Art. 37(k)).

The seven DYCs and I met here in November and recommendations for changes were discussed. At any rate, the members of the Supreme Lodge will have access to the minutes of the DYCs' November meeting and will consider them all at that time. I feel that the seven DYCs, together with the head of the Youth Department, can make the proper recommendations pertaining to that department because they, in turn, are supposed to have gotten input from the local lodge leaders in their districts. The local lodge youth leaders• are, in my opinion, the unsung heroes in our youth work because they work and have contact with our youngsters on a daily, weekly, and certainly monthly basis.

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WHERE DO THE OLD YEARS GO? Where do the OldYears go, When their work is over and done?

Does somebodytuck them away, Quite out of the sight of the sun?

Was there ever a Year that waited, And stayed when its time was o'er, Till it had to hurry and scamper When the NewYear knocked at the door?

Do you think it was cold and weary, All covered with snow and ice?

I hope it's a Happy NewYear, For rm sure new things are nice!

-Margaret Sangster With the beginning of a new year we wonder what it may have in store for us. While looking back for a moment we reflect upon many pleasant as well as unpleasant occasions for the year, and take note of the good friends about us.

As a fraternal organization we must live up to our purpose of giving protection to our loved ones; protection to our homes, etc.

Fraternalism is always facing a challenge and everyone must practice it more and more. If all of us would grasp and practice that spirit of fraternalism we would have good will and peace on earth. Unless we, as members of the SPJST, make an honest effort to practice real Bene­ volence, Humanity and Brotherhood to each other we fail to do our duty as fellow members.

Let's pause for a second to reflect on the pleasant relations of the year just passed, to think of our acquain­ tances. Let's resolve to show more kindness, less criticism, less doubt and more faith in each other during the coming year. Fraternalism is the bond which unites us as citizens of one country, having only one purpose in mind. Our common cause is the protection of our ideals, homes, schools, our beliefs, etc.

Therefore, let us continue to spread that fraternal spirit in the new year!

***

Recently we have seen numerous frozen car door locks. The best and fastest way to thaw a frozen car­ door lock is to heat the key, or you may use a match, candle or cigarette lighter. It is best to wear gloves to keep from burning your fingers. In many cases you may have to repeat the heating process several times to thaw the lock completely.

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If you wear contact lenses, do you from time to time find yourself on your hands and knees looking for a lost lens? There may be a better solution to search for it, try using a vacuum cleaner. Simply put a nylon stocking over the vacuum's nozzle, then carefully vacuum the area where the lens was lost, the lens should be pulled into the stocking.

*** What do you do if you lose your electrical power and there is a lot of food stored in the freezer? For one thing, do not open the freezer door

Who gets a donation? You can expect to be solicited almost every­ where - at work, at your front door, by mail or by telephone. If you are a United States citizen, you give approximately two percent of your pretax income to charitable organi­ zations. But how do you decide who gets your money? The council of Better Business Bureaus suggests to seek the facts. Get the charity' s full name and address. Ask for a financial statement and study it.

How much money was collected last year? How much was spent? 'For what? Compare fund-raising and ad­ ministrative costs with program expenses. For instance, if a charity's purpose is to feed hungry individuals, how much money goes toward that aim and how much for staff salaries and fund-raising?

Other suggestions include: Who operates the program? Sponsors, board members, leaders and operations personnel should be clearly identified. Are the organiza­ tion' s services actually needed? Is it adequately staffed and efficiently administered? Does the organization have tax-exempt status, making your gift tax-deductible?

If you should have trouble getting answers, the IRS can advise you of an organization's tax status. In addition, two agencies publish lists of charities that meet their standards and those that don't: The Better Business Bureau's Philan­ thropic Advisory Service, 1515 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Va. 22209, and the National Information Bureau, Inc., 419 Park Avenue South, New York, N.Y. 10016. The PAS list costs only $1; the NIB list is FREE. According to IRS, you may deduct cash contributions of up to 50 percent of your adjusted gross income. Gifts of property that has appreciated usually are deductible up to 30 percent. Taxpayers who do not itemize their returns will be able to take a charitable deduction of $25 for the 1983tax year and $75 for the 1984tax year. Before, taxpayers had to itemize to take a charitable contribution.

Beginning the 1984 calendar year, taxpayers earning income from interest or dividends will be mailed a reminder from the payer of that income making it clear that such income is taxable. The reminder will be mailed separately from the income payment itself. If the taxpayer fails to report the income on his or her federal income-tax return, the IRS will impose a negli­ gence penalty of five percent of the underpayment, plus interest.

*** Lately many of us have seen our share of ice on nearly everything around us that may seem to be unwelcome, ·and we wish to advise the ice-skating lovers to be careful where they skate. Other than a supervised rink, the best skating surface is a shallow pond or flooded field. The water shouldn't be more than waist deep, and the ice should be at least four inches thick. Avoid (Continued on Page 15)

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE— (Continued from Page 1) little or no remuneration for their work. They probably receive a lot of criticism on how they should have done this or that, but the biggest complaint I hear from them is that they don't feel they have the support and cooperation of the parents in some instances. There is still a tendency for the parents to let the local youth leader(s) act as a "baby-sitting service" for them and of course this is the wrong concept.

We have long since realized that there are so many things in this day and time to attract and keep the attention of the young people and we also realize that we occupy only a small portion of their lives, what with school, other social activities, church, family, clubs, other organizations, etc., etc.

My secretary and I are handling all the affairs of the Youth Department. It is not certain when or if a state youth director will be selected.

So far, we have things pretty well under control.

I'm pleasantly surprised at requests from other fraternal Societies (one very recently) for information as to how we conduct our youth activities. It is surprising how many of these fraternal organizations have no organized activities for their young people.

Looking at it from this position, my policy has always been to formulate rules and make decisions in favor of the child because they are the reason we have a Youth Department in the first place. Another important point that I have to remind people of from time to time is that we have to look at ALL of our departments and activities as part of the WHOLE. We have to keep everything on balance and in proper perspective. I'm afraid that sometimes people get carried away with their own functions, whatever they may be, to the exclusion of the other parts of the picture. As head of the Youth Department, I naturally am going to do all I can to foster and promote youth activities, but at the same time I have a responsibility (and others also) to consider the overall picture and the entire organization, and I will continue to do just that. I think we are on the proper course and headed in the right direction. We don't need additional committees or advisory groups to chart our course for us.

We, the leadership, are quite capable of doing that. We need only to improve upon what we have It has stood the test of time and has proven to be successful. Radical "surgery" by questionable "surgeons" is not required nor necessary.

Delegate-To-Membership Ratio. I wrote briefly about this matter before the last convention and stated that I hoped there would be a number of lodges to submit proposals regarding the delegate-to. membership ratio. From what we understand, there are some lodges -preparing proposals in this regard.

There might also be a proposal from one of the standing committees on this matter. I think the time has finally come :to take a serious look at this matter and it behooves the membership, and particularly the delegates, to give this their very careful and objective consideration.

Acknowledgements. My gratitude

is expressed to all my colleagues — officers and directors in the Supreme Lodge, for a job well done during the past year. They have served you well. Their January report will reflect that the Society is being well managed. A thorough and complete audit is conducted by the directors in the January and July meetings each year and reported to the membership in the Vestnik. The proceedings of all Supreme Lodge meetings are published in the Vestnik. Your president has reported to you periodically as the need arose in our official organ.

My gratitude is likewise expressed to all the Home Office employees for their good work and loyalty to our Society. They are all aware of and appreciate the benefits of working as a team.

Editor Sefcik, his wife, Maxine, and Vestnik Publisher Larry Ingram and his staff are to be commended for their punctual editing and publishing the Vestnik each week. I believe the feeling of the big majority of our members-readers is that the present layout and format of the Vestnik is very satisfactory. It is a format that allows the editor and publisher a good deal of flexibility.

As far as we here in the Home Office know, we are the only fraternal in the United States that publishes a weekly house organ. Most of the fraternal Societies in the United States and Texas publish a monthly house organ. The largest fraternal in Texas publishes a monthly house organ with a format like ours. Those who publish a house organ monthly generally use a better grade of paper. I'm sure that if we published our Vestnik once a month we would probably go to a better grade of paper. While the cost is sizable, there are no complaints about the dollars and cents involved; it boils down to a question of whether you want the same publication with the same frequency or have it published less frequently with a better grade of paper.

Our thanks are also expressed to our Chief Medical Examiner, Dr. Jack Weinblatt, who has fulfilled his obligations and responsibilities with the medical applications received in the Home Office.

We wish to acknowledge the fine work and cooperation of our new actuary, Mr. John Agee of Dallas, for his work thus far in performing various actuarial services for the Home Office.

Lodge Officers And Workers. To all lodge officers and workers who work so tirelessly at the many tasks at their lodge, my sincere thanks because without them, lodge activities would surely suffer. Regrettably, it is often a lonely job because the same few are making most of the sacrifices and the rest are enjoying the fruits of their efforts. These tasks should be shared by a greater portion of the membership; the load would thus be more evenly distributed and less of a burden. It behooves us all to at least check whether our services are needed by volunteering throughout the year rather than showing up once a year when everything is prepared, and ready for you. And when you are asked to help in some way, do so, if at all possible.

Operating a lodge, especially a large one is a year-round 12-month business. Along with all the benefits

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Lodges And Individual Members: If you haven't already done so, please fill out the Survey Order Form for the book, "A History Of The SPJST." The form appears in this issue of the Vestnik. While a good number of individuals have indicated interest in purchasing the book, the number of lodges is woefully low — 40 to be exact. That's

not a very good percentage out of some 128. A couple of issues back we published pictures of what the front cover and the first few pages of the book will look like. That's as close as we can get to the real thing at this time.

Fraternally, Nick A. Morris President, Supreme Lodge, SPJST

and privileges there must also be responsibilities. Fraternal Benefit Societies such as ours must operate on the lodge system.

Speaking of lodge officers, I was reminded of something over the Christmas holidays while watching a nationally televised program honoring the accomplishments of some seven or eight prominent Americans who had achieved success and notoriety in their fields of endeavor. It was a sparkling and star-studded affair staged in one of the most elegant settings in the nation. The President of the United States and his wife were present.

Having always been in favor of giving credit and recognition to people while they are still on earth prompted me to suggest to the lodges in this report that in the coming weeks and months that thought and consideration be given to honoring and acknowledging the work of local lodge officers. Some may wish to limit this to the office of the president, but that is entirely up to the lodge. The responsibilities of lodge officers require them to be present at every meeting of the lodge and this in itself requires sacrifice because they sometimes may have liked to have been elsewhere. Someone should be appointed to prepare the appropriate information on the officer(s) regarding positions served, dates and length of time, and any other pertinent data I know that frequently officers feel that all they do is give of their time and services and no thought is given to recognizing their work, so this would be a good way to accomplish this. It might take some doing to get former officers to return to the scene of their services, but if a

sincere effort is made, they will probably agree to attend, or at least send a member of their family to stand in for them. Flowers for the living . . . that's what this is all about.

Re-Election -- 1984. A year ago I stated that I intend to seek reelection to serve another 4-year term as your;president and ask your support and vote in the convention. I can only state what I have stated at four previous conventions: I have done my best and will continue to do just that if re-elected.

We were honored to have received as many invitations to Christmas socials and officer installations as we did and made every effort to attend. Unfortunately, too many of these occurred on the same date and that created some problems, however, I did the best that I could. We appreciated the hospitality of the lodges and we were pleased to honor their requests to install their officers for the new year.

LAM Department. The Library, Archives and Museum areas of our Home Office building continue to be of great interest and visited by large numbers of people from all over the world. Bro. Otto Hanus tells me that his registry shows that during 1983 he had visitors from 16 foreign countries and 48 states of the union.

The visitors from foreign countries include 68 from Czechoslovakia, 33 from Mexico, 16 from Canada and smaller numbers from other countries. Twenty-two visitors from California constituted the largest number from any one state, followed by 17 from Louisiana, 16 from Oklahoma, 14 from Illinois, 12 from Iowa, 11 from Idaho, and 10 from New Mexico.

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Those lodges who have not yet reported the names of their delegates and their credentials to the next convention should do so at the earliest possible date and send them to Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska here in the Home Office.

I will conclude as I have for the past several years: May God's richest blessings be with all of you during the coming New Year and in the years to come. May you especially be blessed with an abundance of good health, for that is the most important ingredient of our lives. And may the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace!

Fraternally, Nick A. Morris President

By-Law Committee Meeting The secretary of the SPJST ByLaw Committee has informed us that they plan the first meeting of that committee at 9 a.m. Saturday, January 28, 1984. All members of the committee have been notified by the secretary. — NAM

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Fraternal Affairs Section

Lodge 32, Victoria, will host a Child Abuse and Neglegt Program for area lodges Wednesday night, January 4 at the Citizens National Bank on N. Navarro in Victoria. The program will begin at 7:30 p.m.

Thelma Hrncir, SPJST Project coordinator, from Corpus Christi will present the program, assisted by Matt Vanek, District VI director, and workers from the Texas Department of Human Resources headed by Susan De Wolfe, Program Director for the Victoria area. The SPJST film, "Other People's Children," will be shown and workers will explain ways citizens of the community as well as SPJST lodges and members can become involved in helping these unfortunate victims of abuse and neglect.

All interested members of the lodges in the area are cordially invited to attend the program. ***

Lodge 29, Taylor, will host a Child Abuse and Neglect Program Friday night, January 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Lodge 66, Waco, will host a similar program Sunday, January 15 at 2 p.m.

Everyone is cordially invited to attend each program.

S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 Report Doug Kimmey Doug Kimmey has recently been appointed as a Sales Representative for Lodge No. 178 in Longview. Mr. Kimmey has been trained in helping you or your family with your insurance needs. If you live in the Longview area, give him a call at AC 214-297-1129 and he will be happy to be of assistance to you.

Fraternally, Bernard M. Gebala Vice President -SPJST-

Have you had a name

change? If so, make sure your SPJST certificate has been updated.

The S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home in Needville would like to say thank you to everyone for all the wonderful things you have done. The Board of Directors, Nursing Home Administrator and Staff would also like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year.

In gratitude we wish to thank the ones listed below who contributed to the rest home: AARP Chapter 1772 for the bananas United Methodist Women — Birthday Cake Mary and Annie Stavinoha and Mary Cernoeh for their time and effort reciting the Rosary Kitty Smith and Lana Mae Nadt — Bible Studies Mrs. Selma Bednarek — Cookies for Birthday Party Teri McElrath — Cushions for Wheelchairs John Svatek — Accordion Music Mr./Mrs. Bill Tillman — Two Flower Arrangements Bonnie Meyen — Magazines Lenora Oberhoff — Birthday Party Cake Mrs. Dessie Lehmann — Birthday Party Cake Mrs. Wanda Miller — Birthday Party Cake

Mrs. Opal Teykl — Birthday Party Cake Birthday Party Betty Schulz Cake AARP Chapter 1772 — Case of Grapes Mary Ann Calendar — Magazines United Methodist Church Women —Birthday Party Cake Cynthia Lancaster — Birthday Party Cake Sharon Williams — Birthday Party Cake Kathy Foulds — Birthday Party Cake Brenda Newtre — Birthday Party Cake Mr./Mrs. David Zwahr — Flower Arrangements Mrs. Chude — Craft Material AARP Chapter 1772 — Bananas Mrs. Frank Urbanek — Birthday Party Cake Mrs. Lloyd Stern — Birthday Party Cake Opel Teykl — Birthday Party Cake Mr./Mrs. Frank Urbanek Flower Arrangements United Presbyterian Women Apples AARP Chapter 1772 — Bananas Charlie Brown Intermediate School — Homemade Thanksgiving Cards Vlasta Kramer — Baked Desserts Lodge 117, Robstown Youth Club —Christmas Presents St. Michael's Altar Society — Presents, Punch, Cookies United Methodist Women — Poinsetta Arrangement Needville Lions Club — Christmas Tree United Methodist Women Apples Ben Bacica — Apples Mrs. Schulze — Christmas Presents Louis Vacek — Accordion Music St. Cyril & Methodius KJ Z T Juniors — Box of Fruit AARP Chapter 1772 — Bananas Ruby Lee Oberhoff — Apple Spice Cake Margaret Kettle — Birthday Party Cake Freda Klawitter — Angel Food Cake for the Birthday Party Mrs. L. J. Swavec — Birthday Party Cake Mrs. John Mahlmann — Birthday Party Cake Needville Blue Baran 4-H Club — Cookies and Money Donation Lodge 88, Houston Choral Group — Bibs, Lap-robes, Talcum Powder, Handcream and Kleenex Lodge 88, Houston, — Fruit and Candy Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club — Gifts.

Slim & Faye Nix — Oranges and Candy Needville Jaycees — Christmas Dinner and Gifts Everyone enjoyed the Choral Group of Lodge 88 when they came December 17, to sing and participate in the Christmas Program. The Choral Group is directed by Tim Kostom and accompanied on the piano by Naomi Spencer.

We would like to thank all the church people in the community for the services given the residents.

In Memory Donations Robstown Lodge 117 SPJST in memory of Rosie Horak Waller County Lodge 42 SPJST in memory of James Fredrick Bell The regular donations were con-

tributed by the ones as listed below: 1) SPJST Lodge 81, Needville 2) Slavonic Mutual Fire Association (SVPS) 3) SPJST Karel Jonas 28, East Bernard 4) Slavonic Mutual Fire Insurance Chapter 30 5) Rosie Kovar of Needville The S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville had their residents' Christmas Party held December 19, with Santa Claus arriving at 6:30 p.m. distributing presents to the residents.

We are truly sorry if we have overlooked anyone on the contribution list.

Harvey Marx Administrator

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13, Dime Box Meets January 15th

Lodge

Dear Readers: Our last monthly meeting was held Sunday, December 18, 1983.

President Claude Flippin called the meeting to order at approximately 2:05 p.m.

Sister Penny Spitzenberger led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Following the pledge, we had roll call of officers with nine present and four absent.

Sister Dorothy Rackel then read the minutes of the last meeting.

Sister Magdelene Iselt was not present to give the financial secretary's report, which Sister Dorothy Rackel gave and then Sister Doris Balcar gave a treasurer's report. All of the above reports were approved and accepted as read.

Lodge 13 of Dime Box would like to welcome three new members to our lodge; namely, Darrel Iselt, Jason Blaha and Andrea Blaha.

President ClPude Flippin read the beautiful Christmas Greetings from the Supreme Lodge which added a warm Christmas glow to our lodge.

For old business, everyone was reminded of the convention that will be held June 17 through 20, 1984 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

A reminder for all members and guests: A FREE DANCE JANUARY 8th will be held, with music provided by the Melanger Combo Band.

A discussion was held on the price of the tickets at the door for New Year's Eve -dance for Saturday, December 31, 1983. The discussion consisted of the price of tickets should we raise the price and how much. The decision made was that tickets be raised to $5.00 for the New Year's Eve dance, with music

by The Moods.

Under new business Mr. Clint Luksa from Lodge 186, Caldwell, came to our meeting to install the 1984 local lodge officers. We thank you, Mr. Luksa for your time.

We also discussed the resignation of Patti Tydlacka who was on the Entertainment Committee. Sister Monica Spacek was elected to take over for the Entertainment Committee, along with Brother Arnold Tydlacka.

Door prize winners were: 1stDarrel Iselt, 2nd-Arnold Tydlacka, 3rd-Alvin Horak.

Next monthly meeting will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 15th. I hope to see you there!

Pam Spitzenberger, Reporter -SPJST-

Wednesday, January 4, 1984--VESTNIK/5

Lodge 28, East Bernard Meeting Dear Members: A reminder, Lodge Karel Jonas No. 28 will hold its January meeting, in its hall, at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 8th.

The agenda will have some special reports, committee appointments and the preliminary discussions on what changes, if any, in the By-laws the lodge will want and/or will NOT want the delegates to support.

The "gathering of the clan" for the "Kaffee Klatsch" will be after the meeting.

To the faithful: I will see you on the 8th and this writer remains Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval President -SPJST-

66, Waco Announces Meeting & 'CAN' Program Lodge

Dear Members: The first meeting of the new year will be held at Linden Hall, January 15th. The meeting will begin at 2 p.m., with a program presented by Sister Thelma Hrncir on how the SPJST can help the program on child abuse and neglect. Members and officers of our neighboring lodges are invited to attend this program.

The youth club will meet at 1:30 p.m.

Make a resolution to attend the meetings and take an active part in your lodge in 1984. The lodge needs you and you need the fellowship and brotherhood provided by the lodge.

Come make a good turnout at this program and meeting.

Fraternally, Bonnie Pruitt, Secretary -SPJST--

Lodge No. 79 Annual Meeting The annual meeting of Lodge No. 79 was held December 14, 1983 at 7 p.m. The meeting was called to order by President Veselka followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag and a moment of silent prayer for Brother Slough, who passed away this past month.

The roll call of officers showed all present including Honorary Presidents John Stasa and Frank Sacky. There were eleven members present. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved and the treasurer's report and financial secretary's reports were given. All were found to be in good order. Monta Foster gave a brief report of the Convention Committee and what they have done since the last meeting. In the absence of our youth leader, Assistant Youth Leader Virginia Rebecek reported that the Juniors were planning a program for the December 18th Christmas Party and that they were selling chances to raise funds for the group. These prizes would also be awarded at the Christmas Party.

Under new business, it was decided to check out the book on the

Czech immigrant passenger list, which Mr. Leo Baca of Richardson wrote us about. We will vote on the purchase of one for our library at the next meeting.

New applicants for insurance were Nicolas Harrison, great-grandson of Brother John Stasa and written by Bro. Stasa, and an additional policy on Victor Bridges and a conversion for Thomas Trevino, both by Brother Frank Sacky. All were approved by the membership. Salaries of all officers were briefly discussed and it was decided that they would remain the same with the exception of the assistant youth director who was not receiving a salary. It was 'voted that she be paid one-half of what the youth director receives.

Following the business session of the meeting the election of officers and delegates was held. Officers erected for 1984 were as follows: President—Frank Veselka, Vice President —Peggy Tepera, Honorary Presidents—John Stasa and Frank Sacky, Financial Secretary — Milly Elzner, and SecretaryTreasurer —Mack Munson, Reporter —Peggy Tepera, Youth Director —Kay Majek, Assistant Youth Director—Virginia Rebecek, Auditing Committee: Virginia Rebecek, Adella Sijansky and Judy Majek.

Convention Committee members are Monta Foster, Mack Munson, Peggy Tepera, Frank Veselka and Doreen Munson.

Delegates elected were as follows: Peggy Tepera, Milly Elzner, Monta Foster, Roy Peal, Doreen Munson, and Mack Munson. Alternates are Frank and Carrie Veselka.

After the elections, everyone was reminded of our annual Christmas Party December 18th and urged to attend. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Peggy Tepera Vice Pres: Reporter

basic training and will leave for Germany after the holidays.

Michelle and Wendy Pesek are home for the holidays from Texas A&M University. Michelle received her degree in Special Education from Texas A&M December 10th.

They are the daughters of George Pesek and Anna Elzner Pesek and nieces of yours truly.

Brother Tom and Sister Mary Elzner are grandparents of a new granddaughter; she is the child of their daughter, Eileen, and her husband, John Douglass, of San Antonio.

Everyone at Lodge No. 79 extend their wishes for a happy holiday season and New Year to all of our SPJST brothers and sisters.

Fraternally, Peggy Tepera - SPJST -

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Held Annual Meeting The annual meeting of Lodge 79 was held December 14, 1983 at 7 p.m., with President Frank Veselka calling the meeting to order.

President Veselka also led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance, and we remained standing in memory of our deceased members.

Roll call of officers revealed that all were present.

Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read, also other reports were read and approved.

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Lodge No. 79 Happenings The annual Christmas Party was held Sunday, December 18th at our lodge home on Kostoryz Rd. Everyone enjoyed a program by our Juniors and a visit by Santa.

This was followed by a covered-dish supper enjoyed by all.

Harrison Huber Nichols Some visitors for the holidays are Wayne and Jane Sijansky and baby There was one application for daughter, Sara. Wayne, son of Jerry membership from Harrison Huber and Jill Sijansky and grandson of Nichols who was accepted as one of Adella and Frank Sijansky, will be the youngest members. He was born going to Korea for a tour of duty 5 October 1983. The certificate was after the after the holidays. His issued December 1st, 1983. His wife, Jane and the baby will remain great-grandfather, John Stasa, filled in Corpus Christi until his return. out the membership application. He Also, yours truly will have my , first is the eleventh great-grandson in my grandchild, Malise Anne here for the family. holidays. She was born December Tuesday, November 8th, my 10th in Denver, Colorado, and her lovely daughter, Lillie Huber, with mom and dad are Gary and Janet her daughter, Paula Nichols, and her Tepera. Also, son James will be son, Harrison Huber Nichols, home after finishing school at Texas arrived from Austin, Texas.

A&M. Brother Jerry and Sister Thursday, November 10th they Milly Elzner have all of their returned home. My sincere thanks children home for the for their visit. (All these named holidays— daughter, Marsha persons are members of Lodge 79, Ianniello of Chattanooga, Tennes- Corpus Christi.) see: sons, Larry of Shreveport, La., Elected lodge officers and comand Jimmy of Virginia Beach, Vir- mittees' for 1984 are: Presiginia; also son, Timmy who is in the dent—Frank Veselka, Vice Presi U.S. Army is home on leave after dent—Peggy Tepera, Honorary

Presidents for Life—John Stasa and Frank C. Sacky, Secretary —Mack Munson, Financial Secretary—Millie Elzner, Youth Leader —Kay Majek, Assistant Youth Leader — Virginia Rebecek.

All officers were elected by acclamation.

Audit Committee: Adela Sijansky, Virginia Rebecek, Judy Majek.

Convention Committee; Monta Foster, Mack Munson, Frank Veselka, Doreen Munson, Peggy Tepera.

Reporter-Peggy Tepera.

Historian—John Stasa.

Convention Delegates: Milly Elzner, Mack Munson, Peggy Tepera, Roy Peal, Monta Foster.

Alternate Delegates are Frank Veselka and Frank C. Sacky.

The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. until January 11, 1984 at 8 p.m.

(Daytime temperature was 62 degrees.)

My wish is to see more members in our meetngs.

I am wishing all the SPJST members and all the other people a healthy and prosperous New Year in 1984, and all to come!

Fraternally yours, John Stasa Honorary President/Historia-n

-SPJST-

Miscellaneous News

By Frances Olexa First of all, I wish to thank all my dear friends for their concern about my "uncalled for" accident which happened Wednesday, December 14th. It all happened so quickly when I tripped over something I did not see in the dark. I am very thankful to my friends who happened to be there to help me get on my feet. At the time, I did not feel any pain, just few places bleeding on my right hand and stopped with few bandaids in the office, but about 40 minutes later the unfortunate fall was claiming attention; my knee started swelling and my right hand, also, and, by the time bingo was over, I could not walk alone. Three of my friends helped me to my car and one drove it and the other two followed in their car to my apartment and helped me in. For five days I barely got around with a swollen right knee and right hand, but, with my determination and no broken bones, I got the swelling down and cleared the blue spots, in five days and, in another three days, I was able to limp out and start the car and drive. Today, the 26th of December I feel great, no pain, no swelling and no discoloration anywhere. Tomorrow I will have X-rays taken to be sure everything is well. Thank God, it was not worse.

Again, I wish to thank all my friends for their calls and concern about my well-being. Thank you, Rosalee, for all the food you brought, and, Pearl, for the basket of fruit. Thanks a million!

Christmas Eve and during the night I spent at my son Henry's and daughter-in-law Della's and Christmas Day (as I do every Christmas) I spent with my other daughter-in-law, Doris, at her mother's, Ruby Kuhn's home with a houseful of children, sons-in-law (including my son, Erwin), grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a total of 36 people and about 30 not there because of living out-of-state.

Ruby's oldest daughter, a sweet and

6/VESTNfK—Wednesday, January 4, 1984 lovable nun (Sister Damian) was like sunshine among the whole family brood who made the Christmas Holiday for me and all present. I came home almost at sunset Sunday and my mind went through the two days spent with my loved ones.

Thank you all for listening and I wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR for 1984.

Kathy Trefell spent Thanksgiving with her son, Larry Runnels, and daughter-in-law for nine days at Boulder, Colorado enjoying her 14month-old grandson, Travis Cassidy, while snowed in with layers of freshfallen snow. Kathy had her picture taken while sweeping the sidewalk each day which is the city law and has to be done every day in the morning. Kathy, you look pretty good in that picture all bundled up with a big shovel of snow. I know, youwere glad to be back in Texas, then, but last week we were not so lucky we experienced plenty of cold and freeze which will last us for several seasons.

The other day I met Lillie Spies, beautiful, adopted daughter, Aggie.

Lillie said she was a beautiful baby when they brought her home at the age of four months. Aggie, employed as engineer and on leave from Texas Eastern Pipeline, is married to Joe Foster. Now, she will attend University of Houston to work on her Masters Degree. Lillie is very proud of her daughter and son-inlaw, Joe. Bessie Matejek made a sad trip to Brooker, Tx. to attend the funeral services of Lydia Pulpan, her sisterin-law; she passed away December 5, 1983 and was laid to, rest December 7th. Lydia was the wife of Bessie Matejek's brother, Frank Pulpan.

The trip was very tiring leaving Houston at 5 a.m. Monday and arriving at Brooker at 7:30 p.m. and was greeted with snow and mighty cold weather. To their surprise they came home Friday to nice, rather warm weather.

Steve John Kadera, age 84, passed away December 8, 1983 due to a heart attack; his wife, Lydia preceded him in death one year ago.

Steve John Kadera was a baker with Weingarten's Bakery for 45 years when he retired in 1964. Survivors are son and daughter-in-law, George S. and Elsie Kadera; sister, Christina Sowa, all of Houston; two brothers, John Kadera of Needville, Texas and Emil Kadera of Angleton, Texas; grandchildren,- Karolynn Sawyer of Round Rock, George S., Jr., Alisha Kadera of McKinney, Frances Vaughan of Sulpher Springs, and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were at 3 p.m. Saturday, December 10 from Heights Funeral Home, with Rev. Roland Chupik officiating. Interment was in. Brookside Memorial Park.

I have some news about a special wedding, but I am waiting for the picture.

Frances Olexa (Editor's Note: In the December 21st issue of Vestnik, on page 5, second column, the name of Brother Jerry Ermis, President, was inadvertently omitted. We regret the error, which was called to our attention by Sister Frances Olexa.)

-SPJST -

News From Lodge 172, Pasadena Dear Members: By motion off the floor, the members voted to increase their lodge dues from 25 cents to 50 cents per month effective January 1, 1984.

The new elected officers for 1984 are: President-Albert J. Risinger, 1st Vice President-Jerry C. Dressler, 2nd Vice President-Julius V. Zella, Secretary-Vlasta Machann, Financial Secretary-Sally Smith, Treasurer-Tennie Walla.

Board of Trustees include Tommie Wallace, Joe Krenek, Joe Tanecka, Montie Green.

The Entertainment Committee would like to hear from some of our members who could work in the ticket booth, at the door during dance nights, plus other functions of the lodge. They would also like to have a few couples working in the kitchen and bar areas. We hope you members will have some fraternal spirit to help out in the new year.

Thank you!

By now most of you should have our events' schedule for 1984; and, if in doubt please refer to the Calendar Page of the weekly SPJST Vestnik.

By the time this is in print, the New Year's Eve dance will be over with, and it seems like it will turn out to be a success.

My family and I want to wish all the members and friends of the SPJST, a very Happy and Prosperous New Year; of course, this wish also includes our Lodge 172 members and friends.

Christmas is in the past and now what all old man winter has done to all of us throughout the state is hard to believe; here in our area, we lost all our tender plants. Otherwise, we are making it so far, the lowest temperature we've had was 10 degrees. If it was up to me I would trade it for 70 degrees any day!

in the Guaranty Federal Buidling corner of Laurel and First Street.

Fraternally, Henrietta Fee, Secretary -SPJST-

179, Warrenton Meeting Lodge

Dear Members and Readers: Our next regular lodge meeting will be January 12 at 7 p.m. again in the Warrenton Store Guest Room.

The lodge will furnish turkey and members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert.

Fraternally, Edith Pfeiffer, Reporter -SPJST-

Christi, Texas

Corpus

Dear Readers and Editor: Sunday, December 18, 1983 in the afternoon, I attended the Christmas Party which was held in the SPJSTSokol Hall and SVPS (Slavonic Mutual Fire Insurance Association).

The party started at 3 p.m. with a welcome speech from the local Sokol unit President Brother Gene Lehnert and SPJST Lodge 79 President Brother Frank W. Veselka.

SMFIA President Ray Cykala was not present.

Recorded music was used for the gymnastic numbers at the exhibition; the audience rewarded every number with aplause. The youth club also performed on the program.

One special number was added to this fine program, it was not announced before; as a lover and admirer of fine programs, it pleasantly touched my fellings.

Surprise

Fraternally yours, Julius V. Zella 2nd Vice Pres./Reporter SPJST

Lodge 173, Galveston Elects Officers Our monthly meeting was held Monday, December 19, 1983 at 7 p.m.

We also held our election of officers and those elected are: President — Alvin J. Sefcik, 1st Vice President—John J. Valusek, 2nd Vice President —Kenneth Hitchcock, Secretary —Henrietta Fee, Financial Secretary —Bessie Findley, Treasurer —Josephine Hitchcock, Flag Bearer — Clarence Fee, Sr. Louis Hanus, our District V director, attended our meeting and had greetings for everyone. He then joined us all for a delicious meal of fried chicken, tole slaw and potato salad, with a chocolate cake for dessert. Everyone present had a good time and enjoyed the fellowship.

It would be nice if some of our members would make a New Year's resolution and come to the lodge meetings in 1984 and also to send in their change of address.

Our next meeting will be held Monday, January 16, 1984 at 7 p.m.

By assistance I came to my occupied table, the Sokol local Women's Director Kathy Kein, and SPJST Lodge 79 Sister Kay Majek, youth leader. I have asked how many participants they had in each group? Their answer was 15 in each group. There was $30 given to these fine fraternalists as a reward for a well-done program. All the active youth personnel came to our table and sang for me. It was also a pleasant reward for me in exchange. I will never forget this wonderful moment when 30 young persons came to me to shake hands with me. This is truly fraternalism in action!

Santa Claus was also welcomed with great applause and there were enough bags of goodies for the whole audience. A free supper was then served to all after the enjoyable moment.

The temperature outside was 40 degrees and inside it was 80 degrees. The weather broadcaster said it will be 30 degrees in the morning, so this attendance started going home to take care of things so it wouldn't get exposed and become damaged. I was back in my home sweet home at 7 p.m. My sincere thanks to all who helped make this Christmas Party successful. Special thanks also go to my dear daughter, Ann, and son-in-law, Roy Peal, for taking me with them. Since I had

eye surgery in 1973 I don't drive an auto anymore.

I am wishing everybody a good and healthy, also prosperous 1984 and all years to come.

Fraternally yours, John Stasa Honorary President/Historian -SPJST-

Letter

to the Editor

CZECH CLASSES AT

MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL, HOUSTON 12111 Pebblebrook Drive Houston, Texas 77024 Dec. 19, 1983 Mr. R. J. Sefcik Editor, Vestnik P.O. Box 85 West, Texas 76691 Dear Mr. Sefcik, Tuesday, December 6, we completed another 13 week class of Conversational Czech instruction in the School of Continuing Education at Memorial Senior High School, Houston, Texas.

Most of the students in this enthusiastic group expressed a desire to continue their studies in the spring semester in the intermediate Czech class which will be conducted Thursday evenings beginning February 2. A beginners class will also be conducted beginning Tuesday, January 31.

A Christmas party with buffet style covered dish dinner was held at the instructor's home Friday evening, December 9. The students, accompanied by their guests, enjoyed the evening of festivities which included a sing-a-long of Czech songs to the accompaniment of John Havlik and his accordion. Diplomas were awarded to the students for their work in the study of the Czech language in the 1983 fall semester.

Please print the attached announcement of the spring semester classes in the January 4 and January 11, 1984 issues of the Vestnik. Your publication each semester of the notices of these Czech classes has been a great help in stimulating interest in the study of the Czech language in our community.

Sincerely yours, Charles J. Heyda Czech Class Instructor Member Lodge 88

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Czech Classes at Memorial Adult Evening School in Houston Registration for the 1984 spring semester classes in Conversational Czech will take place between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. January 18 and 19 at Memorial Senior High School, 935 Echo Lane, Houston, Texas 77024.

The beginners class, Czech I will be held Tuesday evenings, starting January 31 and the advanced class, Czech Inter. will be held Thursday evenings starting February 2. All class hours in the 13 week courses will be from 7 to 9 p.m. each evening.

Wednesday, January 4, 1984—VESTNIK/7

Tuition for each course will be $35.00 plus $5.00 registration fee.

For more information call Department of Continuing Education, Spring Branch Independent School District 827-2119 or the instructor at 467-5449.

Charles J. Heyda Czech Class Instructor

-SPJST-

Language Back At UH (University of Houston)

Czech

Teaching of Czech (non credit) was reinstalled last fall in Sundry School at University of Houston. This 7 week course of elementary Czech thus became a base towards the resurrection of regular Czech instruction at the above-mentioned university.

The renewed teaching of Czech though requires more students to its successful continuation; let it be stressed to all of the readers, that Czech course at Sundry School is open not only to the regular university students but also to the general public. The spring Czech language course will start Wednesday 22nd of February '84, once a week, for 7 weeks, from 7 to 9 p.m. John J. Karas of Houston is the instructor of this course.

Czech is the third language of Texas; to, maintain this position, Czech should be taught as much as possible at universities, colleges, high schools and at continuing evening education programs across this state. The well-attended renewed teaching of Czech at Sundry School would open again the possibility of future reinstallation of Czech on the academic curriculum at University of Houston.

Please inform your friends, acquaintances or relatives about this course of Czech at Sundry School at University of Houston.

Remember that this course is open to everybody; to regular UH students and to the general public.

For further information write to University of Houston, University Center, Sundry School, Houston, Tx. 77004 or call (713) 749-1284.

John J. Karas z Houstonu.

-SPJST-

Instructions In Czech Language At Alvin The

commended for their effort in this field.

Today's announcement of the next Czech class starting Monday 23rd of January (7 to 9 p.m.) is also an appeal to people of all ranks in Alvin's area to sign up for this course.

Please note the following facts: The knowledge of other languages is a well-known advantage in our daily life. Knowledge of Czech would make it particularly easy to study Russian and other Slavic languages. Studies of Czech language makes every CzechAmerican more aware of his or her ethnic origin. Signing up for Czech language classes, their attendance and diligence of the students of all ages in these classes are the cornerstones to perpetuation of our Czech heritage for future generations.

Further information concerning Czech language course at ACC starting January 23rd, could be obtained at Alvin Community College, Continuing Education, 3110 Mustang Road, Alvin, Texas 77511.

Phone: (713) 331-6111.

Teacher-John J. Karas from Houston -SPJST-

meal will be catered; resume YAD early in the afternoon. We plan to finish by 5. — NAM. ***

From the Youth Members 11•111.

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LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD YC NEWS Dear Readers, The holidays have come and gone and the new year is upon us.

Our Youth Club held a Christmas Program for our lodge members and we also had a visit from Santa.

We are collecting glass for our charity drive.

In behalf of all the youth club members, I want to thank our Youth Leader Willie Mae Schuetz, and her Assistant Rose Uptmor, for the nice gifts they gave us.

See you next month.

Fraternally, Darrell Uptmor (12-28-83) -SPJST-

30, TAITON YC TO MEET JANUARY 8TH

LODGE

BULLETIN BOARD

Dear Vestnik Readers, The Taiton SPJST Youth Club will hold their next monthly meeting DISTRICT IV MEETING January 8, 1984 at 2:30 p.m. in the The District IV spring meeting will be held Sunday, April 22, 1984. Taiton Community Center.

Please note that this is the second Lodge No. 73, Seymour will Sunday in January, instead of the host the 1984 meeting. first Sunday which we usually have *** our meeting.

DISTRICT V MEETING For our contest of all age groups, District V spring meeting will they were asked to draw a picture be held Sunday, March 11, 1984. The pertaining to New Year and our prohosts will be Lodge 142 Stefanik, gram will also be on New Year.

5508 Nolda, Houston.

Refreshments Committee consists -SPJSTof Mrs. Anthony Dorotik and Mrs. Leroy Kaspar.

Some members of the youth club also visited the El Campo Museum after school December 21st; then, we YOUTH took some Christmas tray favors to the Hillje Rest Home.

Fraternally, Jean Dorotik (15) STATEWIDE YOUTH (12-24-83) LEADERS' RETREAT -SPJSTThe Statewide Youth Leaders' Retreat in 1984 will be held Saturday and Sunday, March 24th and JANUARY 8TH YC MEETING 25th, the retreat starting at 9 a.m.

FOR LODGE 39, BRYAN Saturday and being over after the Dear Members: noon meal Sunday. The site of the I wanted to wish everyone a retreat is Camp Lone Star, a few Happy New Year! I am sure our next miles southeast of LaGrange. All year will be even better and more DYCs, Assistant DYCs, Youth fun than last year.

Leaders and Assistants, plus anyone Our next youth club meeting will else directly involved in our youth be held Sunday, January 8, 1984 at program are welcome to attend. 2:30 p.m. We are also going to plan Accomodations are limited, so that an indoor activity. the final selections will have to be I hope to see everyone at our next based on a need-to-know and even- meeting. tual-use basis, as well as a firstFraternally, comefirst-served basis, with a deadline of Denixe Holubec (9) March 5, 1984. Please wait for the (12-24-83) official form in the Vestnik.

A full day and a half's activities are being planned, including some evening functions. More details in the coming weeks.

Fraternally, Nick A. Morris President 11011111111111111111M1111111111111111■111111111111

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The Fall Semester '83 was successful as usual at ACC (Alvin Community College). The next Czech course will start Monday, 23rd of January '84 from 7 to 9 p.m.

The traditional teaching of Czech at ACC is possible through general interest of Czech-Americans in Alvin and surrounding area, and through the effort of ACC Czech Club, whose officers Mrs. Olga Measels (Doleialova) and Mrs. Annie Chovanec are dedicated to continous STATE YAD — 1984 Czech classes and other aspects of Czech causes, thus to the preserThe 1984 State YAD (including vation of our heritage. The former Royalty) is set for Sunday, August teachers, Messrs. W. E. Souchek a 12, 1984, to commence at 10:30 a.m., Radomir Skacel, should also be at Temple High School. The noon

"Be Proud Of it."

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EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 92, in Fort Worth, Texas, wish to express heartfelt sympathy on behalf of our entire membership, to the family of JOHN HELBING MURPHY who passed away Sunday, December 11, 1983, at the age of 68. He resided at 3413 Northeast 29th Street, in Fort Worth, Texas. He had lived in Fort Worth all his life. He retired from his job as a Fort Worth Fire Department Captain in 1977 after working there 36 years. At the time of his death he was treasurer of SPJST Lodge No. 92 and a member of Masonic Lodge No. 942.

Brother Murphy is survived by his wife, Victoria Murphy of Fort Worth; his son, John Murphy Jr. of Roanoke; his daughter, Pat Murphy Dearing of Fort Worth; his brother, Bill Murphy of Fort Worth; three sisters, Terry Ruth Saenz, Dodie Leonard and Louise Webb, all of Fort Worth; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Services were held at 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 13 at Shannob's North Funeral Chapel, Chaplain Ed Stauffer officiating. Pallbearers were Albert Kubala, Mike Crow, Norris Banks, Coit Yancy, Bill Cate, C. A. Massey. Interment was in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Arrangements were by Shannon's North Funeral Home.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Frances Jaworski Joy Paprskar Anna Langer -SPJST -

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 88, on behalf of the entire membership, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of STEVE JOHN KADERA,

84, who died December 8, 1983. He was a resident of Houston since 1922 and was a baker for over 45 years, having retired from J. Weingarten Bakery in 1964.

Brother Kadera was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 88. He and his wife, Laddie, who died in December, 1982, were active members in our lodge, participating in our activities and especially the two Birthday Club activities each month.

His survivors are son and daughter-in-law, George S. and Elsie Kadera of Houston; sister, Christine Sowa of Houston; brothers, John Kadera of Needville, Texas and Emil Kadera of Angleton, Texas; grandchildren, Karolynn Sawyer of Round Rock, George S. Kadera, Jr. and Alisha Kadera of McKinney, Frances Vaughan of Sulphur Springs; great-grandchildren, Justin, Jason and Jordan Vaughan of Sulphur Springs; and a large number of nieces and nephews.

The funeral service was at 3 p.m., Saturday, December 10 at Heights Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Roland Chupik officiating.

8rVESTNiK—Wednesday, January 4, 1984 Interment was at Brookside Cemetery. The pallbearers were: Albert and Vince Zajicek, Travis Vaughan, Henry R. Dvorak, George S. Kadera, Jr. and Ralph Sawyer.

May Honor be given his memory now and forever.

Tillie Helmcamp Gladys Havemann Florena Taake

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the members of Waller County SPJST Lodge 42, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother JAMES FREDRICK BELL,

born in Wailer County, Texas 20 August 1904, who passed away 19 November 1983 in St. Luke's Hospital, Houston, Texas at the age SPJST — of 79 years.

Brother Bell had been a member of the SPJST for 45 years.

Funeral services were held EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY Monday, November 21, 1983 at We, the Resolution Committee of McWilliams-Canon Funeral Home in Lodge No. 88, on behalf of the entire Waller, with Rev. Doug Hester membership, wish to express our officiating. Burial was in the sincere sympathy to the bereaved Pattison Cemetery. family of Pallbearers were nephews, Vern EDWIN EDWARD HILLMAN, Guinn, James Kerr, Roland Stasny, 68, who died December 9, 1983. He Jr., Michael Stasny, Tommie Davis was a member of Immanuel and Lawrence Troutt.

Lutheran Church and SPJST Lodge..

Survivors include his wife, Minnie No. 88 and was a veteran of World Bell; one brother, Mike Bell of War II. Liberty, Texas; five sisters, Nettie His survivors are: wife, Estelle S. Kerr, Norma Leonard, Polly Knisely Hillman of Houston; son, Charles E. of Houston, Mabel Davis and Rita Hillman of Waller, Texas; Stasny of Monaville, and a host of daughters, Judith H. Crank of San nieces, nephews and friends.

Antonio and Deborah K. Cross of May our departed brother rest in Houston; brothers, Elo L. Hillman of peace.

Baytown and Ladd J. Hillman of Respectfully submitted, Houston; five grandsons.

Alice Musil The funeral service was at 11 a.m., SPJST — Monday, December 12, at Heights Funeral Chapel with Rev. Roland G. Friedrichs officiating. Interment 1111111111111181111111111111■111111■111111011115 was at the Woodlawn Cemetery.

May Honor be given his memory now and forever.

Tillie Helmcamp 1111111111111011111=1111=111•11111=111 Gladys Havemann Florena Taake — SPJST-

Items of Interest

about your SOCIAL SECURITY. . . .

EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister JULIA MARY GUENAT, of 2001 So. 47th Street, Temple, Texas who died Thursday, November 10, 1983 at the age of 88.

Rosary was recited at HarperTalasek Funeral Home Chapel at 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 11. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Saturday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Temple by Monsignor Arthur Michalka. Burial took place at Holy Cross Cemetery in Waco.

Sister Guenat was born in Czechoslovakia and came to Texas as a small child. She lived in Waco until 1960, when she moved to Temple.

Survivors include four sons, John B. and Charles A. Guenat of Temple, Bernard G. Guenat of Lubl ,, ,,■ck and Paul Guenat of Euless, three daughters, Mary Ann Bell of Webster, Massachusetts, Julia Cook of Houston and Margaret King of Victoria; 15 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.

Sister Julia had been a member of SPJST since September 11, 1930; a fifty-three year member of our lodge.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee: Darlene Engelke Otto Hanus Matilda Hanus SPJST —

COST-OF-LIVING ADJUSTMENT IS DELAYED The automatic Social Security benefit increase based on the cost of living, previously effective each July, has been delayed to January 1984, because of a recent law designed to strengthen the Social Security system.

The purpose of the delay is to save the system money and help it regain its financial strength. Largely because of economic conditions in recent years, Social Security has had an increasingly severe financial problem.

The changes in the law are designed to meet the problem both in the near term and into the years after 2000. Other changes provide additional income to the system.

They include: • The Social Security tax rate increase scheduled under previous law for 1985 will go into effect in 1984. The new 1984 rate will be 7.0 percent each for employees and employers, up from the previous rate of 6.7 percent. But, emplo yees receive a tax credit against 1984 taxes of 0.3 percent, which will be given when taxes are deducted from wages. In effect, 1984 employee taxes will remain at the level set under previous law.

Also, part of the tax rate increase scheduled for 1990 will go into effect in 1988.

• Starting in 1984, the Social Security selfemployment tax rate will be equal to the combined employee-employer tax on wages.

This will be 14.0 percent for 1984. Previously the rate for self-employed people was about 11/2 times the employee rate.

Under the new law, self-employed people will receive a self-employment tax credit of 2.7 percent for 1984; 2.3 percent for 1985, and 2.0 percent for 1986-89. After 1989, these credits will be replaced with deductions designed to treat the self-employed in much the same manner as employees and employers are treated for Social Security and income tax purposes.

A free leaflet, "Social Security Strengthened" is available at any Social Security office which tells about all the changes in Social Security. The address and

telephone number of the nearest Social Security office can be found in the telephone directory.

PUBLICATIONS ARE FREE People in the local area can obtain many free publications which explain various aspects of the Social Security and supplemental security income programs and Medicare health insurance, a Social Security spokesman said recently.

Among those available are: • Your Social Security — An overall comprehensive explanation of the Social Security retirement, survivor, and disability insurance programs. It also includes Medicare highlights and information about program financing and appeal rights.

• Thinking about retirement? — Information about retirement benefits slanted towards people who are considering retirement.

• If you become disabled —A comprehensive explanation of the Social Security disability insurance program, including information about disabled widows and widowers, and adults disabled in childhood, as well as about disabled workers.

• A brief explanation of Medicare — Describes the major features of Medicare hospital insurance and medical insurance.

• Applying for a Social Security number — Tells how to apply for a Social Security number and describes the evidence required.

• SSI for the aged, blind, and disabled — Explains briefly who can receive these Federal payments for people who do not have much income or who do not own much personal or real property.

Also available is Form 7004 which people can use to check their Social Security record.

There are still more publication ,; available, including those for people who receive cash tips, young people, farmers and selfemployed people, women, and people who hire household employees.

To obtain any of these publications, contact any Social Security office. The address and telephone number of the nearest Social Security office can be found in the telephone directory.

QUESTION: .I will be going into the hospital soon for an operation. After the operation, it's possible I'll need radiology services. Will Medicare hospital insurance cover these services?

ANSWER: No. While you arc an inpatient in a qualified hospital, Medicare medical insurance pays 80 percent of the approved charges for services by doctors in the fields of radiology and pathology, after you've met your $75 annual medical insurance deductible.

QUESTION: I have an uncle who is 86.

He doesn't have a steady source of income but occasionally earns money doing odd jobs for neighbors. If he applies for SSI, would this money count against him?

ANSWER: Not all income is counted in determining the amount of a person's income for SSI purposes. Irregular or infrequent earned income is not counted if it totals no more than $10 a month. Your uncle can get more information and appl y for SSI payments at any Social Security office.

QUESTION: I am a 65-year-old immigrant but all of my records, including my naturalization papers, say that I am 60. -I changed my age and name during the war when the Nazi's occupied my countr y. Is there anything I can do to prove my real age so I can get my Social Security?

ANSWER: You should contact your Social Securit y office. There are special procedures to help survivors of the Holocaust establish their ages.

QUESTION: The Veterans Administration pays me disability checks, yet Social Security turned me down. Aren't the rules the same for all Federal agencies?

ANSWER: No. Each program has its own definition of disability, and Social Security's is stricter than most.

QUESTION: Because I have very little income, I live with my daughter. She helps to support me. Does this make me eligible for SSI payments?

ANSWER: You may be eligible for SSI, but Your SSI payment may be reduced. If an eligible individual lives in another person's household and receives support and maintenance in kind from that person, the basic SSI payment is reduced by one-third. This reduction takes the place of counting the dollar value of the support and maintenance as income.

QUESTION: What kind of earnings test is applied to disabled workers receiving Social Securit y benefits?

ANSWER: If you receive benefits as a disabled worker, vou are not subject to the general rule by which benefits are withheld based on total annual earnings. If you go back to work in spite of your disability, you could earn an unlimited amount and continue to receive benefits for a 9-month trial work period. After the trial work period, a determination is made about your abilit y to do substantial gainful work. If it is decided that you are able to do substantial gainful work, your benefits will be paid for an additional adjustment period of 3 months. Generally earnings of $300 a month are considered an indication of ability to do substantial gainful work.

QUESTION: I got a Social Security notice saving I am not disabled. How can I protest this decision?

ANSWER: The first step is to request in writing a reconsideration at any Social Security office within 60 days after getting the notice. Your case then will be reviewed by someone who had no part in the original decision. Later, if you disagree with the reconsidered decision, you can ask to have a hearing before an administratne lav, judge (ALJ). so ∎ou can present your case and any additional evidence in person.

QUESTION: My brother died at age 61 in an accident last year. Since he was a widower and his two children are on their own, no benefits were payable on his record.

This doesn't seem fair as he paid Social Security taxes for about 40 years!

ANSWER: Social Security is much like term life insurance or auto or life insurance.

It provides basic protection against loss of income due to death, disability, and retirement. If your brother had died or had become disabled while his children were growing up, many thousands of dollars could have been paid to his family. Or if his wife was still living, payments could be made.

Social Security represents a shared risk that has a varying value at different stages in life.

QUESTION: I am not married. Are my parents entitled to any Social Security benefits if I die?

ANSWER: Parents of a deceased worker may be entitled to survivors benefits when they become 62 years old if they were supported by the worker.

QUESTION: If I'm drawing disability benefits from Social Security and start a trial work period, do I have to work continuously for 9 months? I'm not sure I'm able to.

ANSWER: No. Your 9-month trial work period can be spread over many months .. . or even several years. Generally, only months you earn over $75 or spend over 15 hours in self employment count as trial work months.

QUESTION: After a long illness, my brother passed away last month. I've told Social Security to stop his SSI checks.

Should I also notify his bank? His monthly payments were deposited directly into a checking account.

ANSWER: If an SSI beneficiary's payments were being deposited directly into an account in a financial institution, the institution should be notified of his or her death as soon as possible. This would permit the institution to return any payments received after the death.

QUESTION: I received about $1,000 in income tax refund this year. Will this affect my Social Security check?

ANSWER: No. Tax refunds do not count as earnings.

Wednesday, January 4, 1984—VESTMK 9

Air Conditioner Maintenance, Adequate Insulation Critical To Saving On Summer Energy Bills

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Air conditioner maintenance is one sure way to help control rising electricity costs during the hot summer months. Here are three tips: 1—Both the internal and external coils of window air conditioners need to be cleaned regularly to ensure maximum operating efficiency.

2—Shading of the unit will allow it to operate more efficiently. The less heat hitting the air conditioner outside the house, the easier it is for the machine to dissipate heat from inside the house. 3—Filters in window units should be cleaned or replaced once a month during the cooling season. Dirty filters make the unit work longer and harder costing you more money.

With rising oil and gas prices, much attention recently has been focused on the value of regularly servicing the home heating unit.

Little, if any attention, however, has been paid to the air conditioner. And that's unfortunate, according to one expert, because many people pay more to cool their homes than to heat them.

"How serious this omission is has never been better illustrated than last year when, after a relatively mild winter, many areas of the country were plagued by a devastating heat wave," says Charles Hartmann of OwensCorning Fiberglas Corporation, a leading 'manufacturer of glass fiber insulation.

"Homeowners in Texas, for example, paid 50 to 90 percent more than they had the previous year, and air conditioners seemed to run nonstop for the whole summer."

Tuning up an air conditioner in an easy-do-it yourself job that pays valuable dividends. Here are a few tips recommended by Al Ubell, author of the new book, "Al Ube11's Energy Saving Guide For Homeowners," and a reporter for ABC-TV's Good Morning America.

Ubell's Tips "The first thing to remember about air conditioners is that even the most efficient are relatively expensive to operate," Mr. Ubell says. "So the less we use them and the more efficient we make them, the more we save."

"All air conditioners should be serviced once a year," he urges, "And that means motors should be lubricated, coils cleaned and filters changed."

A/C Anatomy To understand, Mr. Ubell offers the following explanation of an air conditioner.

"Air conditioners operate as heat and humidity extractors.They draw warm, moist air out of the room or house, remove the heat and moisture and dissipate them outside the structure. Dirt will hinder the flow of hot air and make the unit work longer, thus

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creasing the energy bill."

Coils Air conditioner coils are heat exchangers. Interior coils absorb heat, Mr. Ubell explains, and exterior coils expel it.

"Dirt build-up on the coils hinders both functions," he explains. "You can clean the internal coils with a damp rag or a soft brush and then vacuum. You can hose down the external coils while watering your lawn or washing your car."

Filters Before anything is done with filters, Mr. Ubell cautions, "it is very important that the unit be turned off and unplugged. Running fan blades are very dangerous.

The filters in window units should be cleaned or replaced once a month during the cooling season. Foam filters should be washed in inexpensive shampoo or in liquid detergent. The washed filter may be replaced while it's still damp."

During the summer, Mr. Ubell urges homeowners to change the filters in central air conditioners every month.

Most units have a pair of filters which sell for approximately $1 each.

Other Air-Conditioning Tips Following are several additional money-saving tips from Mr. Ubell: Try to place the individual window unit on the north side of the home or in the shade. If that's impossible, place an awning over the unit. Less heat outside the house makes it easier for the unit to dissipate heat from the inside.

Keep your home at 78 F. Not only will you help the country save energy, you'll also save on your electric bill.

For every degree you raise the temperature in an air conditioned room, you'll save 2 to 3 percent of your cooling costs.

On very hot days, the air conditioner will perform most efficiently with the fan set on high. However, in very humid weather the opposite is true. A low fan speed allows

more moisture to be removed.

Insulation Comes First But as important as a properly tuned air conditioner is, Mr. Ubell suggests the first step in making a home energy-efficient is to have proper levels of insulation.

"Many consumers think of insulation as a cold-weather product only," he says. "Not true. Insulation retards heat flow, and in the summer that means it helps keep heat out of the house. The less heat that enters, the less the air conditioner has to work."

Owens-Corning's Mr. Hartmann says a home's attic, sidewalls and floors are the most important areas to check for proper insulation levels.

"The attic usually represents a large part of the homes surface area," he points out. Proper insulation here can mean energy savings of 18 to 25 percent, according to the U. S. Department of Energy.

"Uninsulated exterior walls also are energywasters," Mr. Hartmann adds. "To insulate them in an existing home, a professional contractor should be hired.

The value of such a move depends on how much sidewall insulation already exists."

If there is no insulation, the Department of Energy estimates that a proper installation could save 14 to 20 percent on the fuel bill.

"Basements and crawl spaces are frequently forgotten sources of energy waste," comments the Owens-Corning energy expert. According to the government, insulating these areas can save 4 to 8 percent on the fuel bill.

"The objective," Mr. Hartmann explains, "is for the homeowner to wrap the home in 'energy-efficiency'.

That means an envelope of insulation, storm windows and doors, weatherstripping and caulking, along with energy-efficient appliances.

The initial investment may seem high, but the quick payback and subsequent years of energy savings make it well worth it."

Microwave Cooking

needs. However, the modern day homemaker knows that to cope with today's busy lifestyles, she needs the versatility and speed that a microwave oven offers.

meals for the family—and do it in far less time. According to home economists from Whirlpool Corporation, here's how a nourishing meal can be provided for everyone, at anytime:

Years ago, Grandma depended on the old cast iron range for all her cooking

Microwave cooking has made it easier for the homemaker to prepare balanced

• Prepare the meal at the normal time so that all

The 'Conditioned' Approach to Home Improvement and Comfort Been in hibernation for too long?

Need to get the adrenalin flowing once again after a few months of inactivity?

Well, there's no time like the present to dig out those lonely sweatpants and slip into those not-yet-broken-in running shoes.

And while you're at it, don't forget to take an inventory of your home improvement supplies. Chances are that while you were sitting inside during, the cold winter months maybe even getting a little flabby, the weather was also taking its toll on your habitat, giving it more of a shabby appearance.

Why not establish a spring conditioning program for yourself, and your home, in an attempt to get both into tiptop condition for the coming months? Your nearby hardware or home center dealer can get you started on the road to improvement.

Think fit — new kitchen, bathroom or workroom cabinets can provide that added storage space you've been seeking and rid your house of unnecessary clutter. And your area hardware dealer can show you how to install them yourself, so you don't put undue strain on your home improvement budget.

Think trim — you would be amazed at what a little paint job can do to transform the exterior of your dwelling.

The paint professionals at your local hardware store or home center can "coach" you on color selection, surface preparation, application and maintenance.

Speaking of trim — if

you've been neglecting your shrubbery upkeep in past years because you haven't had the necessary tools, invest in some lawn and garden equipment, an electric string trimmer or some hand-held clippers. The lawn care specialists at your local hardware center can show you how.

Think healthy — give your lawn plenty of nutrients to keep it thriving during those hot months ahead. Lawn and garden chemicals will combat weeds, fungus and insects intent on inflicting damage upon your landscape. A lawn sprinkler will insure necessary moisture, if utilized properly. Consultation with a knowledgeable hardwareman will provide you with an accurate diagnosis of the problem areas. The end result? A richer looking lawn and added value to your property.

Think alert — now that the weather is warmer and you'll be spending more time in the great outdoors, away from the house, you would be wise to pick up some extra security hardware items, bar locks for patio doors, deadbolts, padlocks.

Think clean — salt and dirt marks on your carpet, ground in grime, dust, grease spots and damp odor need to be eliminated. A thorough spring cleaning, waxing, dusting, polishing, will give your home a fresh look and smell. Just one, convenient stop at a hardware store or home center in your locale can supply you with everything from buckets and sponges to carpet shampooer.

Think rejuvenation — give that old, scratched-up chest of drawers or ready-forthe-fire end table a second life with an antiquing treatment.

Think cool — if improper circulation is the problem in your home, a fan can provide an economical solution. Window fans, oscillating or nonoscillating, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, attic fans, your knowledgeable hardware professional can "clear the air" when it comes to deciding which type can best serve your home comfort needs.

Think sharp — get your cutting tools in order with sharpening stones. Abrasive stones do a fine job of honing pocket and carving knives, axes, chisels, lawn mower blades, grass cutters and related tools.

Chances are, the hardware or home center dealer nearest your home can aid in every phase of the conditioning effort. With more than 30,000 outlets nationwide to serve your needs, the hardware/ home center team is backed by a knowledgeable, professional, friendly salesforce, determined to shape up your home for the new season.

Over half of these outlets are members of the National Retail Hardware Association of Home Center Institute, trade associations serving the hardware industry that have written the book on product knowledge. Member hardware dealers can supply the spring enthusiast with pam phlets, brochures and the know-how required to corn plete the fitness program.

Larger 15 Cubic Foot Refrigerator

Fully fifteen cubic feet of storage in this no-frost General Electric refrigerator results from efficient thin-wall insulation. It has 4.58 cubic feet of freezer space and 10.42 cubic feet for fresh food storage, and it is equipped for installation of an optional automatic icemaker.

who are home can eat.

For the latecomers, just put the food on a plate, cover and refrigerate it until they return home.

• When they return, place the plate in the microwave oven to quickly reheat without having the stale flavor of food that

has dried out while warming on the range top or in the oven.

• Regular after dinner cleanup can be done at the normal time and there'll be only a few dinner plates and utensils to take care of later in the evening.

A No-Frost, Top-Freezer refrigerator with full 15-cubicfoot capacity is available from General Electric.

"This larger-capacity unit meets the current consumer trend toward food-purchase savings possible through volume buying," said A. I. Kauffman, for General Electric refrigeration products.

"Its 4.58-cubic-foot freezer section also helps to meet consumer demand for frozen food storage."

Along with its no-frost convenience, the refrigerator is equipped for installation of an optional ice maker, which Kauffman calls "the fastestgrowing consumer feature."

Its energy-saver switch also is popular.

Even though it has increased capacity, it retains the 28-inch width of the model it replaces, thus allowing it to fit into kitchens with limited space.

The New Naturals® colors available are Almond, Harvest and White.

The microwave oven can be built into the wall right over a conventional oven, or simply placed on a countertop. No matter where it's located . . . this hard-working little appliance is ready to help make meal preparation easier, faster and more enjoyable.

10/IrkSTNi1C—Wedneaday, January 4, 1984

Redwood Remodels In Style

Before Redwood: The rooms walls were plain, chipped and cracked in some spots. The major problem was the room was lifeless—without a sense of character. The owner chose redwood, with its natural contemporary beauty to give the room a feeling of purpose and style.

Room redefined with redwood: Remodeling with redwood is a lasting investment in beauty and quality. No other material can transform a room like natural redwood paneling. Clear grade redwood Identified by the lighter colored streaks of sapwood was used for this remodel. Two other grades well suited for paneling are B Grade which is similar to Clear except for some small tight knots and Clear All Heart redwood which is free of knots and is all cinnamon colored heartwood. For a construction tipsheet called Panel A Room With Redwood Lumber, send 504 to: California Redwood Association, Dept. H-82, One Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA 94111.

guidelines for application.

If you do the work yourself, you'll find that redwood is lightweight and easy to handle and saw. To help you along, California Redwood Association's paneling tip sheet, Panel A Room With Redwood Lumber, describes basic practices—preparing smooth and rough walls; vertical, horizontal and diagonal paneling; corners, mouldings and baseboards; window and door trim.

Redwood Lumber There are three redwood grades well-suited for interior paneling. Clear All Heart is the traditional interior paneling. All cinnamon-red heartwood, it has a rich formal appearnce. Clear grade redwood has a more contemporary, informal appeal with streaks of lighter colored sapwood. B Grade is very similar to Clear except for the added texture of a few small tight knots. Redwood lumber used for interior paneling should be ordered kiln dried for outstanding stability and rigidity, even after years of exposure to heat and humidity extremes.

woods, but on surfaces away from dirt and moisture such as ceiling or accent panels, a finish may not be necessary.

Indoors, unfinished redwood will gradually darken, but keep its natural good looks.

Applying a clear flat lacquer slows the color changes and protects surfaces that receive occasional light cleaning. Wax finishes, penetrating oil or "Danish" oil applied over lacquer makes for an attractive and more protective coating.

Considering Reroofing Yourself? Be Sure To Heed Safety Rules One of the ways to save money on the cost of home repairs is to do them yourself.

And, as the do it yourselfer becomes more skilled, he takes on more complicated projects. If you are one of them, the time may come when you consider reroofing as a do-it-yourself job.

If reroofing is in order and you're considering whether to hire a contractor or do the roof installation on your own, remember that reroofing can be a difficult and hazardous job. Before going ahead, the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association suggests that you ask yourself these questions: • Can I do the job as well as a professional?

• Am I willing to devote the time and effort to getting the job done correctly?

• Am I comfortable working at heights?

Unless the answer to these questions is an unqualified yes, you're better off leaving reroofing in the hands of a professional roofing contractor.

Remember also, adds ARMA, that steep-slope and high roofs or those with many angles, dormers or gables are best left to the professional.

To determine the pitch of your roof, measure how many inches it rises for each foot it runs. Roofs with slopes of four to five inches per horizontal foot are the safest and easiest for the do it yourselfer. When the slope is less than four inches per foot, special application procedures

are recommended.

If you chose to reroof yourself, ARMA says to be sure to follow these safety procedures: • Keep people away from the work area.

• Place shingles and tools where they won't slide off the roof.

• Wear rubber-soled construction-type shoes for secure footing.

• Apply shingles on clear days when it is warm, but not hot.

• Do not reroof in wet weather or when the temperature is below 40 degrees F. • Reroof only when the roof deck and existing shingles are dry. Moisture makes roofs slippery,and dangerous.

• Lift only light loads.

• Secure ladders top and bottom and keep the roof surface clear of debris.

• Never allow ladders to come in contact with power lines.

The basic reroofing tools, include a hammer, roofing nails, tape measure, utility knife, chalk line for proper shingle alignment, and a pointed trowel for applying roofing cement. A carpenter's apron keeps the tools handly.

Ladders, scaffolding and safety harnesses can be rented.

For additional information on roofing and what it can do for your home, send 50 cents for "A Homeowner's Guide to Quality Roofing" to ARMA, P.O. Box 3248, Grand Central Station, New York, New York 10163-3248.

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Redwood to the rescue: Clean to handle, easy to saw, nail and apply, redwood lumber paneling can be installed by anyone with basic carpentry skills. First, boards are arranged according to grain, color and other visual properties to create an attractive overall design. Then redwood lumber is glued and nailed into place covering cracked, uneven walls and other damage paint and wallpaper couldn't hide.

Redwood paneling can remake your plain, old room and turn it into something special. Though it has been used for years redwood is always in style because it adds warmth and natural beauty to rooms. In fact, redwood is being used more often in many new applications such as accent walls, kitchens and baths.

Natural materials are being used all through homes these days, to echo the past and create bold new living and work areas. The colors and textures

of redwood are naturally suited to enhance living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and even baths. Remodeling with redwood increases heating and air-conditioning efficiency year round and boosts the resale value of your home.

Whether you hire a professional or do the job yourself, paneling with individual redwood boards leaves room for a variety of spatial interpretations. You are free to use diagonal or combination paneling patterns because there are no strict, pre-designed

The correct choice of grain and texture will contribute to the overall visual effect.

Smooth, surfaced textures have a satin-like appearance while saw-textured boards have a rough shadowy face, which hides fingerprints and is easy to maintain. Grains come vertical in a straight line pattern—or flat, with a wavy pattern effect. Most orders of redwood lumber contain a mix of vertical and flat grain boards, though you can specify all one grain pattern to achieve a certain mood or style.

Finishes for Redwood Redwood accepts and holds finishes better than other Interior

Redwood is being used more and more in kitchens and bathrooms. For a satintextured finish, multiple coats of flat polyurethane varnish or alkyd resin sealer will form a tough transparent, but nonglassy covering that holds up under hard scrubbing and moisture.

Fine redwood paneling deserves proper tools, nails and other materials your local redwood dealer can help you assemble. For example, finishing or casing nails are fine for paneling in most areas, but ' around windows and in humid rooms, non-corrosive hot-dipped galvanized, stainless steel or aluminum nails last longer and are virtually rustproof. For gluing lumber, use adhesive clearly marked for interior paneling, not contact cement.

It's best to order redwood lumber two or three weeks in advance of scheduled workdays. Some simple calculations in the CRA Panel A Room brochure will help you figure how much you need.

For a copy of this helpful brochure, which includes before and after photos and step-bystep information on applying all types of redwood lumber paneling, send 50C to: California Redwood Association, Dept. H-82, One Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA 94111.

ROOFING LINGO MADE SIMPLE FOR YOU Rising inflation and high mortgage rates have forced many weekend house-hunters off the road. They are at home instead, learning a new language -- the idiom of remodeling and reroofing.

When it comes to fixing up a kitchen, roost consumers can tell a contractor exactly what they want. When it comes to having a new roof installed, however, the average homeowner is as tonguetied as he is ill-informed.

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturer's Association recommends learning some roofing terms so you can converse freely and knowledgeably with your contractor when it's time to reroof.

A square is the unit of measurement for roofing material. One square equals the amount of roofing material required to cover a 10' x 10' area.

Coverage refers to the degree of weather protection

provided by the roofing material. Coverage can be single, double or triple.

Exposure is the distance from the butt edge of one line of shingles to the butt edge of the next line of shingles above.

The deck is the roof surface to which the roofing material is applied.

The next step in mastering the language of reroofing is to become familiar with the types of roofing materials.

Your contractor will be able to rattle off numerous types, but asphalt shingles remain the most popular, both in new construction and reroofing. Economical, fireresistant and long lasting, asphalt shingles are also available in attractive earthtone shades of browns, buffs and beiges. Their rustic, threedimensional appearance creates ruggedly handsome shadow lines to give a roof depth.

PODPORA LIDSKOST eska

BRATRSTVI east

Utedni organ Slovanske Podporujici Jednoty Statu Texas, zaloiene roku 1897

4. ledna 1984

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Od hl. wviedsedy

Bratiis a sentry — Laskave si pi'eetete moje novoroeni poselstvi a zprdvu v anglicke e"cisti tohoto cisla Vestniku.

V minulych letech mi bylo mozno podati tuto zpravu i v eeskom jazyku, ale se zdci, ze je stale mane a mane easu p'Fekladat tuto dlouhu zpravu. Za druhe, byla by to skoro nemoind prcice pro sekretailcu, ktera neovlada casks, jazyk (tech je velrni mato), takie by se to muse to pl'episovat tri az etyfikrat. Vetainou z vas si dokaie toto pi'e eist s anglicky.

Zprava jest obairna a clickladnd.

At' Pan BIM yam vaem hojne iehnd v tomto novem roce, hlavne abyste uzili vkichni pevneho zdravi, protoze to je ten nejhlavnejai poklad zivota. A tic14 spdnek vaem zemi'e4m bratilm a sestram.

S bratrs14m pozdravem, Nick A. Morris Hlay. radu SPJST -SPJST-

Dopisovatelit Upozornent.

--- Vitt& vani 6e§tiny v Alief —

Oddil

V I

Tteti kurs eekiny zahaji prvni veeerni vyueovani v Alief Hastings High School (North Hause) v iiterk 10. ledna 1984. Kaidk, mladk nebo stark, je vitan. Prosim upozornete na tento kurs sve pfatele, ptibuzne i zname; spoleenkm usilim, pomoci eeskeho vyueovani, zachovame tee na g ich ptedkn dal g im generacim Cechoamerieann v Texasu.

Ve gkere podrobnosti zdeli vgem zajemciim o tento kurs kancelat aliefske veeerni gkoly.

Adresa: Alief Independent School District, Office of Continuing Education, P.O. Box 68, Alief, Tx. 77411.

Phone: (713) 498-8110 ext. 320, or 24 hr. number 495-4053.

Ueitel John J. Karas z Houstonu.

SPJST-

(Opozdeno postou - Red.)

Tak Vielicos — Aneika Houdkova.

V srpnu tohoto roku mladk 24. lets, policista Ronald Iscaro zde gel jeAte s jednim policistou urovnat domaci rozbroje lidi, kde mui ohro2oval svou rodinu pistoli, a kdy tam pfi g li tak ten elovek vyskoeil navenek a zaeal sttilet. Jednoho zastfelil, a toho Iscaro sttelil do hlavy. Byl v nemocnici dlouho kde lekati byli jisti, 2e nebude 2iv a jestli ano, ie bude lekt bezvladne jako lazar a o svete nebude nic vedet.

Kolik dni byl bezvedomi a pak byl ptevezen do astavu kde jej leeili a tento tkden se policista odebral dam& a i kdy trochu kulha a jeho tee neni je g te Upine dobra, piece mohl jiti s hfilkou k autu a jel damn.

Jeho uzdraveni je jako zazrak a jiste

si zaslou21 nctu za to, ie vydal sviij iivot v sazku a zvitezil. Pry v lednu zaene zase pomalu pracovat u policie.

Plynova spoleenost, elektricka spoleenost a tai ta od vody vgichni zvkAili sve poplatky mesieni a brzy to budem citit pene2ite. Ja nevim, jak nekteti ti stars i ktefi dostivaji jen mengi socialni zajikeni, budou moci s tim vyjit. Mnozi jii ted' si natikaji, ie nemohou vyjit kdyi vge je tak drahe. Bude to jiste velmi Apatne pro ne a lituji je velice.

Tak letecka spoleenost Braniff a Hyatt korporace koneene podepsali smlouvu, ktera prk dovoli aby letadla Braniff zapoealy zase lety v bfeznu. Prk vezmou se asi z tisice bkvalkch zamestnancii zase zpk do price. Ov gem, nyni budou muset tech 30 letadel opravit, nabarvit jinou barvou, pak se ukaie zda budou miti zase bkvale zakazniky, nebot tim ie Braniff udelala apadek, tak mnozi ztratili penize na zakoupenkch listkv, ktere jim nebyly vraceny. Cas jiste ukaie zda v ge zas bude dobre jak bkvalo.

Letos v Mexiku se urodilo velice moc zeleniny a ka2dkm rokern tam odtud se posila vice jak bilion Tiber do naAi Ameriky od listopadu ai do kvetna ka2dkm rokem, a pro Mexiko to moc znamena nebot' situate je tam vazna.

V Mexiku je nedostatek arnerickkch dolarii a tak mnozi s tim kefasi na eernem trhu, jenze se objevili faleAne bankovky zhotovene v daleke columbii a tak lide piisli o penize. Hodne tech faleAnkch pen& ptiglo i sem do Ameriky a ntady maji moc price to zru git a udelat tomu konec. Pry loni bylo asi za milion faleAnkch dolarn a z toho 16 procent se ukazalo zde v na gi zemi — tedy to neni maliekost, 2e ano?

Mesta Juarez v Mexiku oslavuje 324 let sveho zalokni. Tehdy to bylo jen male misionatske sidli gte, a dnes ma skoro milion lidi a zvelebuje se.

Tehdy franti g kanske kne21 dohromady s nekolika rodin indianskkch (ktesfann) postavili tu misii, ale east° meli strach o svilj 2'ivot kdy divoke kmeny "Manso" indianske ohroiovali je. A2 v 1656 zaeali znovu dostavet to s pomoci vojska, ktere Indiany vyhnali prye, a teprve v 1668 to dokoneili. Kdy2 ti Indiani videli jak kne2i dovedli pestovat zeleninu a umeli Mat dobre vino, tak dali pokoj a stali se ktesfany. Behem let Jurez rostlo a dnes je dosti velke mesto a americkk lid navAtevuje tuto starodavnou osadu.

V patek veeer nam zaeal padat snih a rano v sobotu bylo li ge bile.

Nekde v Dallasu napadlo a2 4 coule a v nagi easti tti coule. Rikali, 2e v sobotu bude padat dal gi snih, ale nebylo tomu tak a dnes (v nedeli) zase nas straAi, 2e pi ijde snih a bude hodne zima. V nekterkch mistech omrzlina prk nadelala hodne gkody kdy ptetrhala elektricke draty a lido byli bez elektriky. Take bylo hodne sralek aut kdy to klouzalo.

Snad to nebude uz tak zle v pfigtich dnech aspon doufame. Dnes je

pondeli a trochu snehu zas se ukazalo a pH torn kiesla teplota na 17 stuprin a to ui se nam zda hodne chladno. V g ak take do rana to pi imrzlo a je to velice nebezpeene jet rychle. To zas budou nehody s auty a nada pfijde k poraneni anebo k smrti. Tolik snehu jsme u2 dlouho nemeli a snad zas sluneeko nam se ukaie!

V Kalifornii jista 26. leta Elizabeth Bouvia se nachazi v nemocnici a iada;aby ji bylo dovoleno ukoneit svfij iivot vyhladovenim. Podala ialobu proti nemocnici, aby ta nesmela ji krmit pies jeji villi, ale soudce fekl, ie to neni spravne jelikoi nemocnice jsou pro to, aby uzdravovali a chranili 2ivoty tech, kteti jsou tam pacienti a ne je nechat umirat. Ona ta pani je ad narozeni bezvladna v rukou a nohou (jen v jedne ruce ma trochu vlady) a musi ji nada ka2dodenne o g etfovat. S manielem se loni roze gla a GU pry miti nemuie, a tak ji 2ivot viibec nete gi. Takao je na svete — nekteti nemocni by byli radi na 2. ivu, a druzi zas chti na veenost. Ale my si nemffiem poroueet, musime vzit to, co osud nom urei, ie ano?

V line zas maji starost o ty zvitata "pandy", ie jim urniraji hladen. Oni ty pandy se 2ivi na tech bambusovkch listech a tyto letos hynou a proto ye stteclni Cine u2 nagli kolik tech zviiat mrtvkch. Je nabizena odmena $250.00 tomu, kdo najde nemocnou pandu a ptiveze ji do jisteho mista kde by je leeili k 2ivotu. Rikali, ze asi tisic tech zvitat jeke je na 2ivu a chteji je zachovat, a doufarne, ie se jim to podati.

Zde v Dallasu deti cizincu maji vyueovani v jejich rodne feel, ale mnozi jsou proti tomu, 2e vladu to moc stoji a 2e to ani moc nepomaha a 2e se anglicky moc neuei pti torn.

Tak jsem si vzpomnela na to, kdy my deti eeskkch ptistehovalcn jsme Ali do Akoly, tak se s nami 2adnk nemazlil, a museli jsme se naueit sami a dokazali jsme to! Tedy pros ne oni? Ja bych myslela, 2e je to zbytee'ne, a nevim jak to nakonec dopadne.

Take v novinach ukazovali tu hadrovou panenku, ktera je naprodeju zlatnicke firmy Cartiers v Kalifornii a ma cenu 35 tisic dolarn nebof ma nahrdelnik ze safiru za 17 tisic, na ruce naramek za 9 tisic a nau g nice za 8 tisic. Rada bych vedela, zda se najde nada, kdo by chtel vyhodit tolik penez za takovou vac. Co myslite etenati?

Ja stale jests dostavam listky k uzdraveni a2 z Kalifornie, Illinosu, a i z Oklahomy. Take jsem obdrkla zvlagfni listek k Novemu roku. Ten lekaf co me operoval, tak me poslal ptani k svatkiim, nebot' ptedek listku byl vy givank drobnkm stehem (vanoeni stromek) a vyAivaly jej arabske vesnicke dev 'eata v Jeruza!eine, tedy hodne z daleka. Toto je jiste pekna uporninka a te g i me, 2e mam takovou vzacnou pa to6tku.

Prave oznamovali na televizi, 2e y e Ft. Worth praskla plynova, trubice a lid v to easti je bez plynu a nemohou se ohfati. Je to obvzlagte

Apatne v techto dnech kdy je jen 18 stuprin, a lid nekdy nema kam se obratit. Pry vezme to neja.kk eas nei to vykopou a najdou puklou troubu.

Letos je Apatne poeasi v gude v nagi Americe, a tech ohnii je kaidk den a gkody velike.

Doufam, ze pfatele a znami budou miti pane svatky a triiji je ye dobrem zdravi. kastnk Nov- rok 1984 a budle zdravi. Na shledanou!

-SPJST-

Ead Jaromir SPJST 6. 54, West, Texas.

Vaieni bratti a mile sestry.

Pravidelna etvrtletni schnze nageho taca se konala 4. prosince 1983 v sini na g eho fidu a byla zahajena kratce pa jedne hodine presidentem Sefeikem. Pak vgichni pfitomni sloiili pfisahu vernosti americke vlajce a vzdali minutou ticha poctu odeAlemu bratrovi Albertovi Srubatovi, kterk odegel tam, odkud neni navratu. Poznstalkrn vyslovujeme uptimnou soustrast.

Ses. tajemnice Emeryova pfeeetla zpravu z posledni schnze a tato byla pfijata tak, jak byla etena. Dale byl pfeeten dopis z Hlavnl iiiadovny o poctu delegatii a jine dopisy nebyly obddeny. President Sefcik pfeeet1 Ustavni elanky tkkajici se poetu delegatn na konvenci jednoty.

Ses. Maxine Sefeikova podala finaneni zpravu o stavu nageho pojigteni a bylo zji§teno, ze !IAA fad ma dostatek penez v bance. Dale oznamila, ie jsme ziskali dal§i nova eleny a to Janice a John A. Jacksonovi, Larryho a Edwina Markovi, Christ. Anthony a Marie D. Norsove. vstoupili do dospeleho oddeleni a Alen a Travis Voleikovi, Holly Willenborg a Kristal Zahirniakova se staly elenkami oddeleni mladeie.

Sestra Beane Kacitova podala zpravu za Revisni komisi a oznamila, 2e vAechny neetni knihy byly shledany v naprostern pofadku.

Pres. Sefeik sdelil dopineni o finaneni zprave a oznamil, 2e mnohe yeti v sini byly opraveny anebo uvedeny do naleiiteho potadku a uvaiujeme o tom, 2e bude tfeba dat do ptedniho vchodu dvojite dvefe, ktere by v zime zabrariovaly pronikani chladneho a v Ike tepleho vzduchu do mistnosti. V teto souvislosti bylo nutno zvk git poplatek za spottebu elektriky. Take paidal elenstvo, aby uvakvalo o jmenovani noveho hospodate sine a zminil se o silvestrovske zabave v sini a pozval elenstvo k hojne navAteve.

Sestra Beane Kacitova take podala zpravu o dobroeinnosti a peneiitkch darech na gich Merin a bylo zjiAteno, ze nekolik tisic dolarn bylo darovano a velikk poeet hodin bylo odpracovano na dobrovolnkch pracech.

Pres. Sefeik zdnraznil, ie bude nutno uspotadat nekolik akci od na g eho tadu, abychom vydelali nejake penize a nenechavali sin v pou2iti jen jinkm lidem a organi-

12/VESTMK—Wednesday, January 4, 1984 sacim. Potom byly zahajeny pfipravy k volbam fitednikfr. Platy ziistaly stejne a dosavadni Utednici byli jednohlasne zvoleni na nove obdobi.

Losovani vyhrala Marcela. Vaculikova a ptiSti schilze se bude konat 3. bfezna 1984 a po schilzi se rozproudila pfatelska zabava pti oboerstveni, ktere pfipravily nak mile sestry a navStivil nas i sv.

MikulaS, z eeho2 mely nejvetsi radost deti.

Nezapomente tedy na schAzi v bfeznu a ptijd'te zase v hojnem poetu, abychom mohli lepe rozhodovat o einnosti nakho fadu podle ptislovi: vice hlav — vice rozumu.

S bratrskkm pozdravem Jan Vaculik.

—SPJST —

Rid San Antonio eislo 133 Sestry a bratfi.

Pfi vstupu do noveho roku posuzujeme svoji einnost a docilene vysledky a porovnavame je s vysledky docilenkmi v letech minulkch. KaRik mel by ueinit takovou osobni bilanci a posoudit, zda vSechny snahy a prate pro naS fad byly uspokojive, zda einili jsme co bylo v nasi moci a mohli rid s uspokojenim, ie vysledky byly dobre.

Posledni mesic v roce je mesic, kdy urednici radu jsou uvadeni v irtad a je to zaroven vkhodnk eas pro jednotlive deny, aby si uveclornili, jejich odpovednost nekonei zvolenim nfednikil radu.

Je pravda, ie vedeni radu spoeiva na bedrech uredniku, fidit zaleEtosti radu a dbat o zachovavani vSech pravidel pro dobro fadu.

Mnohdy je to dost nevdeene, neni to ale jeclina odpovednost fadovkch irtedniku zajistit prospech a blaho fadu. To vyiaduje spoleenou praci ka:Zdeho jednotliveho Mena budovat a podporovat co je ve prospech radu.

VaSi irfednici, jako dfiv, budou se svedomite starat o vSe, nemohou vSak docilit nejlepAiho uspechu sami, bez Vaki pomoci.

Ve sve novoroeni resoluci uved'te povinnost navAtevovani schuzi radu, dobrovolnou praci na vkborech a pomahat pfi zvlaStnich le2itostech fadu. UCastnit se proste vkho, ponevad2 pravdou je, ie cokoliv ziskame odvalnkm podnikanim zavisi na torn, kplik nakho easu a zajmu tomu venujeme. Sila nakho bratrstvi obsahuje vice, na pouhk poeet elenfr k nemu Take je meteno dle toho, jakk zajem elenove projevuji a ireastni se svou einnosti a dbaji pravidel a zasad bratrstvi. Bkt o vSem podrobne informovan je dalAi povinnosti Olenskou a nejlepSi odpovedi je peelive sledovat kaide eislo Vestniku. Stiljte za svkmi latedniky kdy se jedna o snahu povzbudit zajem o fadove programy. Sestry a bratti, mate-li neco pro dobro radu, oznamte to, prosim, ye schuzi, nebo napikte pfedsedovi fadu, bratru Emilu E. Matulovi, ptipadne tajemnikovi radu, bratru Dominiku F. Netkovi k projednani v nejbli'iSi schuzi fadu. Pozvete Vase pfatele k navSteve na g ich schilzi. V zaveru jeSte rnalou ptipominku: nezapomente, ie VAS fad je skupina clenu, ke kteremu patfite i Vy, skupina, kde se projednavaji hlavne Vak zajmy a upevirovani vzajemneho ptatelstvi.

V dneki vaine dobe je toho tfeba vie na kdy jindy, hlavne bratrstvi v pravem slova smyslu!

Jak se dalo oeekavat, v nedeli, 18. prosince, dopadlo vSe dobte. Obed byl nad oeekavani velmi bohatk, diky naSim peelivkm elenkam zabavniho vkboru, sestram Grace Rohanove a Mary Poppove, jako i vSem kdo se o to at eimkoliv zaslou2ili.

Moje zprava o schfizi radu, ktera se konala po ukoneeni obecla, nebude dlouha, ponevad2 schfize sama o sobe byla velmi kratka. Totii, nedopatfenim sal byl na tuta dobu pronajat jinemu spolku a trvalo chvili, na nepfijemna situate byla telefonicky vyfizena. Po vzajemne dohode uvolnili jsme dobrovolne sal ye 3 hodiny odpoledne, aby druhk spolek mohl uskuteeniti svoji vanoeni schuzi spojenou s nadilkou pro deti.

Z Utadnikil chybel tajemnek fadu, bratr Dominik F. Netek, kterk dlel mimo San Antonio a byl ptedem omluven. Na jeho misto byl jmenovan bratr Henry Harbort, kterk pfeeet1 zpravu tajemnika fadu. Po nem podala svoji zpravu fin. tajemnice, sestra Viola Mazaeova. Obe zpravy pfijaty jak byly eteny.

NAS fad je opet obohacen o noveho elena, Mary Katherinu Keelarovou, pojiiteni na $5,000, ziskala sestra Viola Mazaeova. Jmenovank vyktfujici vkbor, bratfi Alvin Schimeek, Anthony Trilieek a Alfred Kalmus po projednani pfihlaSky doporueili k pfijeti, co2 bylo provedeno. Navrh podala sestra Schimeekova, podporovala sestra Evelyn Matulova.

Sestra Mary Poppova za zabavni vkbor podekovala vSem kdo bohate pfispeli ke slavnostnimu obedu. Bylo toho opravdu pokhnane, dva dlouhe stoly byly pine vkho rnaneho, srdce se jenom usmivalo.

Samortejme nechybela vkborna kava a eaj a na zvlaStnim stole byla velika sklenena misa s vkbornkm vajeenkm koriakem, kterk pfipravil naS odbornik, bratr Alfred Kalmus.

Bratr William J. MareS, mistoptedseda tadu, daroval potfebnk led.

Pfedseda zabavniho vkboru, bratr Anthony Trilieek, pfeeetl svoji zpravu, obsainou a zajimavou pro vSechny.

K naSemu politovani jsme byli informovani, ie sestra Dorothy Valkova onemocnela a byla nucena vyhledat nemoenieni oSetteni. Co pisi tuto zpravu, je dosud v nemocnici, na svatky nebyla doma.

Pfejeme ji rychle uzdraveni a navrat dornfr, kde je to pfece jenom nejlepSi! Take jsme postradali bratra a sestru Jima I. Kostelnikovi, kteti pro nevolnost se do schilze nevydali. Jak bylo oznameno, bratr Jim I. Kostelnik byl nekolik dni v nemocnici, jeho zdravotni sta y se zlepAil a je doma. Verni navAtevnici na gich bratr a sestra Frank Fajkusovi, pro ochuraveni rovne'i do schfize neprisli. Rovna jsme postradali bratra a sestru George Schultzovi, ktefi schilze pravidelne navStevuji. Jak mi sestra Jenovefa Schultzova telefonicky oznamila, jsou oba zdravotne lepe a teki se na pristi schazi nakho fadu. Ptejeme vSern dalSi zotaveni a taime se, 2e se uvidime ye schuzi v lednu.

Vklohy za pottebne ke slavnostnimu obedu byly projednany a jednohlasne bylo doporueeno k zaplaceni.

Sestra Marcella M. Kleprlikova oznarnila, ie mankle Otto Hurtovi v prosinci oslavuji 44. vkroei snatku.

Utednici, zvoleni ye vkroeni byli po slokni pfedepsaneho slibu, uvedeni v utad. Ptali jsme jim mnoho zdaru v jejich praci v roce 1984.

Pfedseda 'radu, bratr Emil E. Matula, oznamil, ie v rote 1984 schfize naSeho fadu budou konany v sale 1505 S. Gevers Street, jako dosud, kaidou tteti nedeli v mesici.

Jeliko2 na tfeti nedeli v mesici eervnu pfipada svatek otcu, bylo jednano ma-li bkt ueinena zmena.

Ponevad2 by to melo jine nevkhody, bylo rozhodnuto ponechat schuzi na tfeti nedeli.

Pfedseda a mistopfedseda fadu jmenovali ifeetni vkbor, bratry Jaroslava Kleprlika, Emila E. Rohana a Anthonyho Trilieka. Na zabavni vkbor jmenovany °pet sestry Grace Rohanova a Mary Poppova. Bratr Anthony Trilieek byl jmenovan ptedsedou zabavniho roku pro ptiS"ti rok. Sestra Marcella M. Kleprlikova odevzdala ptedsedovi fadu, Emilu E. Matulovi, dohotovena 3 alba fotografii a vkstfi2kfr tkkajicich se nakho radu a zaroven byla povetena vedenim zaznamil o vkroeich snaiku den( nakho fadu. Ptedseda tadu, bratr Emil E. Matula, podekoval dopisovateltim do Vestniku a pro ptiAti rok jmenoval °pet bratra Dominika F. Netka pro dopisovani do anglicke easti a bratra Jaroslava Kleprlika pro dopisovani do Ceske easti Vestniku.

Navrh bratra Williama J. Marek, mistopfedsedy fadu, na odmenu $10. bratru Jaroslavu Kleprlikovi za vkpomoc pfi spoleeenske podporovank sestrou Miloslavou Phelpsovou, byl jednohlasne pfijat.

Odmeny za pfitomnost ye schfizi obdrkli: 1. cenu Helena Pendletonova, 2. cent" Emil E. Matula, 3. cenu Louis Krupala, 4. cenu Jaroslav Kleprlik.

Ze elenU narozenkch v mesici prosinci, byli ptitomni: sestry Martha Harbortova, Viola Mazaeova, Mary Poppova, Grace Rohanova, a bratti: Henry Harbort, Robert R. Popp ml., Emil E. Rohan.

Po zapeni "Happy birthday" byli podeleni zvlake upravenkm dortem (te2 pro diabetiky) upeeenkmi sestrou Marcellou M. Kleprlikovou.

Stromeeek, hezky vyzdobenk-a pod nim darky pro deti, hezky se vyjimal a dodal pravou vanoeni naladu. 0 to se postarala sestra Viola Mazaeova.

Na podnet sestry Mary Poppove bylo jednano o vkpomoci novepfichozim z 6eskoslovenska. Kdo mukte postradat cokoliv pro domacnost, vSe pro take zaeatky naSich krajanii, prosim, pfihlaste se sestte Mary Poppove, eislo telefonu 532-8554. Srdeene diky pfedem, bude to vydatna pomoc!

I kdy schilze byla kratka, byla velmi hezka a hodne se projednalo.

Sestry a bratfi, pflAti schiize fadu bude v nedeli, 15. ledna y e 2 hodiny odp. Vkroete vesele do noveho roku, ja vSem pfeji dobre zdravi, veselou mysl a radost za Z'ivota. S bratrskkm pozdravem Jaroslav Kleprlik.

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Corpus Christi, Texas Mili etenati Vestniku: Vanoeni nadilka pofadana spolky SPJST fadem eislo 79, Teloevieenou Jednotou Sokol Corpus Christi, Texas a pojiAt'ujicim spolkem proti ohni a boufi SVPS, Corpus Christi 18. prosince byla zdafila.

Klub mladae pod vedenim sestry Kay Majekove a vkpomocne sestry Virginie Rebeeek a naeelnice Cathy Kein (women's director) ueinkovalo v kaidem ptedstaveni 15 osob.

VAichni sklidili zaslouienk potlesk.

Neozmime eislo programu Neehal jsem si zavolat vedouci mladek sestru Kay Majekovu a nakelnici Teloevieene Cathy Kein, Jednoty Sokol a zeptal se kolik osob ueinkovalo v jejich programech? V kaide skupine bylo patnact osob. Dal jsem kaide vedouci patnact aby to rozdaly mezi ueinkujici.

VAichni ptiAli podekovat k naSemu stolu a zazpivali. Bylo oboustranne vzacne pfekvapeni. Nastal ptichod oeekavaneho mikulak. Balicku bylo dost pro vSecky ptitomne.

Na to v 5 hodin byla spoleend veOere. Celt' den pofukoval severak, kterk ochladil valuch pod 40 stupirii.

Po veeeti ireastnici se zaeali rozchazet dome. Nekteti opattit kvetiny aby nezmrzly a voda nezamrzal ve trubkach a v autech.

Jak teplomer klesne pod bod mrazu 32 stupne, tak je jiste oeeka vat Skodu. Dale od more u2 meli ve vnitrozemi mrazy pod 32.

Byl to pro mne zase jeden z tech potekujicich nedelnich odpoledni.

Ptivital jsem se ze spolkafi a navazal nove znamosti.

Moje frptimne diky vSem za ptivitani a pobaveni a Roy a Ann Pealovkm dovezeni.

VAern pfeji dobre zdravi a mnoho zdaru v novem roce a vSech dalSich.

John StaSa, spolkaf.

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Tak V gelicos — Aneika Houdkova.

To ale mame Spatne poeasi jake ja si nepamatuji — toti2 aby teplota klesla tak nizko a aby to trvalo tak dlouho a obzvlaSte zde v naSem Texasu, vAak lide ktefi se sem odstehovali ze severu, jsou trochu zklamani, ie je tu zima a oni mysleli ze tu bude pane teplo. Ono letos jaksi to vzalo skoro celou Ameriku k maji tolik snahu, omrzliny a silne a studene \retry. Take majitele citrusovkch sad( mail strach, ie ta zima jim zkazi frrodu. Noviny ptinesly zpravu, ie ta zima ohrOuje tu milion dolarovou firodu.

Doufejme, ie se tak nestane. Nejak to vydriime a snad brzy zas bude to k sneseni a bude tepleji.

Zde v Dallasu ta rodina emigrant( z Ruska jmenem Chmyklalova (ja myslim, ze rusky se vyslovuje r.nykhalova) letos bude miti jine Vanoce neili mela loni. Loni dva eleny jeji rodiny byli schovani ye vyslanectvi Spojenych statu v Moskve a iadnk nemohl obdrkti povoleni aby se mohli vystehovat prye z Ruska. Dalaska naboknska organizace vymohla jim povoleni a take se postarala o jejich dovezeni sem, kde se maji dobte. VAichni jsou velice pfekvapeni, ie zde je k dostani tolik rozdilneho jidla a vSeho jineho a jsou pfekvapeni, kolik

4. ledna 1984—VESTMK/13

penez Amerieane utrati na vanoeni darky, coi u nich to neni. Zde obdrii dirky od mnohkch naiich lidi a budou miti dobrk °bed a budou moci jiti do ktereho kostela budou chtit a iidnk jim brinit nebude. Rekli, ie v Rusku neni lidem dovoleno zpivat na vet ejnosti jako zde kdyi zpivaji vanoeni pisne. Vie je pro ne jine ale jsou vdeeeni, ie jsou zde.

V Killeen, Tx., jistk elovek vytrhl mlade matte jeji dite kdyi eekala svetlo v meste a utekl s nim, ale pozdeji to deviti mesieni dite bylo nalezeno druhk den v tamnim parku, a tak vie dobte dopadlo. Co vie lide nedelaji, fe?

Zde v Dallasu jedna matka Irma Lazarinova darovala sve jedenacti lete dcerce jednu svou ledvinu, jelikof dcerka ji nutne pottebovala aby mohia fit. Toto jiste byl ten nejpeknejii vanoeni darek ktere (levee dostalo. Podarovana prk se citi velmi dobte a bude miti normalni iivot laskavosti matky sve.

Minulk tkden zde byla rozbourana budova zvana Gibraltar dole ve meste. Celkch 30 let byla pouilvana a nyni elovek dal tam dynamit a bylo po budove. Budou prk tam mit parkoviite a pozdeji prk postavi tam d ye vysolte budovy. Tak jsem si pomyslela, le to vzalo dosti dlouho postavit tu jedenacti poschod'ovou budovu a smaell se knoflik, a v minute budova se sesula a zbylo jen hodne strepil. Na televizi to bylo videt jak rychle to zmizelo. Je to skoro Akoda nee° postavit a pak to zbourat, le?

Nyni kdyi mane takovou tu zimu nekteti lide si nedali dobrk pozor na ty kamna ktere jsou zasazene do steny a nisledkem toho ul nekolik jich bylo popaleno a zemteli. ✓lovek musi bkt opatrnk a nedavat si postel moc blizko tech kamen, nebot' se lehko pfichyti odevu anebo ptikrkvky a zaene hoiet. Tei jsou naprodej karasinove kaminka zvane "hycaky" a s temi se take musi delat opatrne. Proto lide jsou varovani, aby si dali pozor, neb mnohdy tei chytnou, a lkoda je velika a nekdo zemte.

Jistk pan Robert gkrabanek z College Station, Tx., oznamil, le behem poslednich dvouch let prk se pfistehovalo do Texasu 667 tisic lidi do (naieho statu z jinkch static), a jestli nezamestnanost bude stale na nillim bodu, tak ptistehovalcil prk bude mnohem vice. Pan 8krabinek je u texaske A&M university kde se delaji vkzkumy ohledne toho.

Midem tedy eekat, le do Texasu bude stale ptichazet vic a vic lidi kteti hledaji lepsi budoucnost.

Skrze to ipatne poeasi moc lidi kupuje dtevo na vytapeni, jenie "cord" dteva nyni stoji prk $285.00.

Nekteti prodavaei dieva vyprodaji dtevo hned a mnozi by mohli prodat 100 tech "coral" denne kdyby ho meli. Je to divne, le cosi co se kdysi prodavalo lacino nyni je tak drahe, le?

Zdejii busova spoleenost nove utvotena iekla, le 1. ledna zaene poeitat merle za svezeni po naiem Taste. Sniffli to na 50 centii, col je hodne lacinejii nei to bylo (Hive.

Dosud se platilo 5 cents dane za koupene veci a nyni to bude o cent draiii a ten cent piljde na vydriovani tech busii ktere budou jezdit mnohem dale.

Veera byly Vanoce a letos zase (jako to konaji kaidkm rokem), fidovsti dobrovolnici zase pracovali v nemocnicich a Opatrovnach za ty

kteseany, aby oni mohli ztravit ch—No English equivalent: ch as in svatky se svkmi rodinami. Take German machen, Bach. Pronounced posloufili tem lidem nemocnkm, neither h nor k, but between the two poteiili deli a rozdavali dirky. Letos i—y as in money pry 400 dobrovolnikil to konali a 1—i as in gasoline jiste je to krasnk skutek 'le se j—y as in yet K—k as in kitty obetuji pro druheho.

Ve state Novem Yorku jista Susie 1-1 as in melon Brunsonova se doiila svkch 113 let a m—m as in man president Reagan ji telefonem n—n as in nap as in canyon gratuloval a ptal se ji, jak to zatidit aby on se mohl tei daft vysokeho o—o as in omit veku. Ona my tekla, ie elovek s tim O—o as in bowl nemi co delat, 'le to je price p—p as in cap "vysoke" moci, jedine on to zatidi. q—Found only in Foreign words: Ona prk je (die zpravy cencusove) Pronounced in Czech like kv pry nejstarii obeanka nisi vlasti, r—Rolled r somewhat like Spanish r jelikof se narodila 25. prosince 1870 t—No English equivalent v Severni Karoline. Mela 3 maniely s—s as in sand kteti zemieli a 9 z dvanicti deti tei g—sh as in shot zemieli. Ma 7 vnoueat, 27 t—t as in utmost pravnoueat a 4 pra-pra vnoueata. t'—t as in tube (pronounced tyoob) u—u as in boot Jiste actyhodnk vek, le ano? a-u as in rude —SPJSTv—v as in vice w —Found in foreign words only: pronounced like v x—Found in foreign words only: sometimes replaced by ks y—y as in money y—ee as in beet z—z as in zoo as in azure The sounds given in English words are only approximations. In the next lesson the Czech alphabet will be used in Czech words with approximate pronunciation given in English.

Get your friends or parents to help you with the pronunciation. Do them together. Clip and save each lesson, and compile them into notebook form, if you desire. Set aside a regular time each week for the study of these lessons. Read the following LialE poem together, and see if you can translate it.

NA POLI Lekce prvni — Lesson No. 1 Je jaro. Zito se zelena.

We feel that we progressed rather Lide vyjeli do poll. far in last ■ ear's 32 Czech lessons. Po velikem lanu huef motory.

We hope these lessons are of great Vlekejf pole. Seji oyes. benefit to our readers. Of course, Do veeera oseji cely nothing is worth learning unless we Traktor jede do poll. Ora na poli put what we learn into practice. With Ora, vldef, seje, seee, svatl. this lesson, we are starting our series (what new words do you see above? all over again. For those of you who Find out their meaning). are interested, clip these lessons and —SPJSTkeep a handy file of them for quick reference.—Editor. *** Czech abeceda — The Czech eeska Alphabet With Us The Czech language has one of the most phonetic alphabets of all the 91st lesson. The writing of i and y.

Indo-European languages of the world. There are thirty one characHard. consonants (h, ch, k, r, d, t, n) ters plus q, x and w which are used are always followed by hard y. only in foreign words. The letters of Exceptions: onomatopoic words, the Czech alphabet are patterned on interjections and loanwords the Latin alphabet which has been (chichichi! riskovat, chirurg). expanded by the use of diacritical A, C, t, d', t', n, c, Soft consonants marks, called tarka, krouriek a hakek j) are always followed by soft i. to create additional sounds.

Exceptions: loan-words with c The following is a list of the Czech (cyklus, cynik) letters that represent separate Ambiguous consonants (b, f, 1, m, sounds in the language: p, s, v, z) are as a rule followed by Letter—Approximate Pronunciation soft i, but in a number of words (w. in English bases) they are followed by hard y. a—a as in father, short sound A list of these exceptions follows. a—a as in father, long sound Remember that all other word b—as in ball derived from the given exceptions c—ts as in cats keep the same spelling. Some of the '6—ch as in church derived words are given in brackets. d—d as in dog The less frequent words and place d'—d as in dew (pronounced "dyoo"), names are not included. (For the not "do" complete list see Pravidla jeskeho e—e as in let pravopisu, Academia, Praha 19661.

6—e as in led by/14: (byt, dobkt - to conquer, 6—ye as in yes dobytek - cattle, nabytek - furniture, f—f as in fat obyvatel, zbkvat - to remain, be left, bydlet, bych, abych), obyeejnk, g—g as in good h—h as in hat bystrk (swift, bright, shrewd) bylina

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(herb), kobyla (mare), bkk (bull); observe: byt — bit (to beat, strike) ly/4: slyset, mikn (mill, mlknek grinder), blkskat se (to lighten), polykat (to swallow), plynout (to flow, plyn-gas, plynulk - fluent, vyplkvat - to result), plktvat (to waste), lkko (bast), lysk (bald, bare), lktko (calf of a leg), lyie (ski), vzlykat (to sob), ply (plush); observe: vyplkvat - plivat (to spit), mikn - mlit (to grind). my/my: my (we), mkt, hmyz (insect), myslet (nesmysl - nonsense, prilmysl - industry, myslivec huntsman, gamekeeper, Ptemysl), mklit se (to be mistaken, omyl mistake), myi, hlemkid' (snail), mkto (toll), mktit (to clear the wood), zamykat (to lock), smkkat (to drag, smyk - skid, smyeec - bow of a string instrument), mys (cape); observe: my - mi (to me), mkt - mit (to wash - to have). py/T4: pkcha (pride, pyink proud), pytel (sack, bag, pytlak poacher), pysk (lip), netopkr (bat), pyl (pollen), kopyto (hoof), klopktat (to stumble), ttpytit se (to glitter), zpytovat (to search, investigate), pykat (to repent, suffer or pay for sth.), pktit se (to blush); observe: pkcha - pichat (to sting, prick etc.); pyl - pil (he drank), pilovat (to file). sy/4: sytk (sated, full), syn, skr, syrovk (raw), sychravk (weather: damp and cold), uskchat (to get dry), syeet (to hiss), sypat (to sprinkle); observe: syrovk (of cheese) - sirovk (sulphuric); older syrup (treacle) new only sirup. vy/vy: vy (you), vy-/vSr- (prefix), vykat (to say vy), vysokk, zvykat (to get accustomed, obvyklk-usual), zvykat (to chew, ivkkaeka - chewinggun), vyt (to howl), povyk (uproar, clamour) vkr (eagle-owl); observe: vkr - vir (whirl), vikkt (dormerwindow). zy/4: brzy. jazyk, nazkvat (to call, give a name), ozkvat se - to resound, re-echo); observe: brzy - brzieko (very soon).

In suffixes ambiguous consonants are almost always followed by soft i.

Observe: malin4 vaziaca, kravin (cowshed), babiaca.

In the endings of nouns and adjectives the i/y are given by the character of the pardigm. Verbal endings of the present tense have always soft i, the endings of the past and passive participle depend on the subject. Observe: Muii (m. animate) Domy (m. inanimate) staly. Zeny (f.) eekaly. The masculine animate subject has priority to the mi and f. subjects. Observe: Studenti a studentky poslouchali ptednaiku.

Veera na pfednaice tikali, fe . . . (they said).

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Zaludovy kola.

Veverei rodinka bydlila na vysokein dubu; otec, matka a tti deti-veverky: Tiachilek, Hopsalek a Tatrmanek.

Jednou rano sedel otec u otevfenkch dveti jejich byteeku. Ranni vettieek ptinesl mu kus novin, a vevereak se radoval, ze mule Mat, jako by umel eisti.

Matka-veverka byla zamestnina delanim faludoveho kolaee. "Jdete y en a hrajte si," fekla svkm vevereim detem, "ale jakmile, uvidite sve stiny hodne kratke, bude poledne a ptijd'te hned k obedu; otec jiste ptinese nejake

14/VESTN1K-4. ledna 1984 Vevereatka seskakala se stromu a honila se kolem kmene; najednou Tatrmanek vyskoeil na strom, Tlachalek a Hopsalek za nim. Tatrmanek jim Septal: "Videl jsem deti, jsou zde asi na vklete a maji koSik postavenY dole u naSeho stromu."

"Videl jsem je," fekl Hopsalek, "Sly ke studance pro vodu, pojd'me se podivat, co je v torn koSiku."

Rozpustila vevereata seskakala se stromu, a Tatrmanek, kterY vkly provadel neplechy, vytahl ubrousek a vzal si z koSiku zemli. Podal ji Hopsalkovi a ukradl jeSte jednu, kterou dal Tatrmankovi. Na sebe ovS'em nezapomnel. Vzal si z koSiku ofiSky a nacpal si je do vSech kapes.

Potom si veveruSky vlezly do kfovi a tam si pochutnavaly. Kdyi pfibehla babieka — polni mySka daly ji drobeeky.

"Pojd'me si jeste neco vzit," Pekl Hopsalek, kterY rad jedl. Vtom se vSak vracely deti od studanky; kalde neslo hrneeek s vodou. NeZ by napoeet1 dve, male veverky byly na strome; ale beda! Nebyl to strom, na kterem bydlily. Tulily se strachem k sobe, potichu si povidaly a hubovaly jeden na druheho: "Podivejte se na naSe stiny. Je poledne, a my nernii2eme domii. Be be. Maminka dela i'aludovY kolae, a tatinek pfines1SiStieky."

"Pfeskoeirn," fekl Tatrmanek smele. "Tatrmanku, nedelej to," kneel Tlachalek a Hopsalek, "maminka tikala, ze nejsme tak velci, abychorn daleko skakali."

Ale Tatrmanek se rozbehl po strome a±" k vetvi, ktera byla nejblie domovu, a bez rozmySleni skoeil zrovna do ialudoveho kolaee, kterY dala veverka-matka na pavlaeku, aby vystydl.

Otec 112 byl doma a zatim, co matka vyplacela Tatrmanka, Sel zavolat Tlachalka a liopsalka.

"PospeAte demo, abed jest hotov," kfieel. "Deti nas pozoruji," plaeky volaly veveruSky. "Neuvidi vas, kdy. z zUstanete na druhe strane stromu," pravil otec.

VeveruSky slezly tine az k zemi, rozbehly se na dub, a brzy byly bez tirazu doma. Obed byl dobrY a jak vSern chutnal! Veveti rodinka byla v dobre nalede, jen Tatrmanek byl jaksi zamIklY, protae svou darebnosti zkazil kola& L. Tonda'e.

Mesh) Angara na ostrove Terceira se tu pomerande a :One citrusove plody, banany, ananas, keva, daj a vino, taky kukufice, pSenice, cukrovka a zelenina, Veechno z velke dasti, pestovano na vYvoz.

Pii vychazkach a vyletech zrak i dal poteS1 sveil horske pastviny, dasto nahle konna okraji hlubokYch a strmych vyhaslYch sopeonYch kratera. Na nekterYch ostrovech v horach, stoupajicich ye vnitrozemi do vySek tem& naeich Tater, jsou dodnes dinne sopky. Zjara hYfi Azory nadherou rozkvetlYch hag' azalek a peni§nikO, v fete vroubi cesty, ulice i okraje pastvin kvetouci hortenzie. Dodnes pouiivane vetrne mlyny se zdvihaji nad loukami a plentaiemi vyraznY vykfidnik i ozdoba malebnYch °braze, krajiny.

Kfi§talove dista voda ph mofskem pobfe ii !aka stale vic sportovnich potapedO. Na dosah ruky k nim a ye-five pfiplouvaji tunaci, moi-Sti okouni, cejni, parmy, praimy a makrely, vodou se hbite mihaji hejna sardinek. Na bocich utonulich Jodi se ye svetle jejich reflektoril pohupuj+moisti dervi a zafi nadherou mnoha odstia svetlych 'ilutozelenYch barev, podobni kyticim. Steny podmofskYch skal kryji koberce moiske travy a mohutnYch chaluh, misty i kotonie koralO. Na dne iiji raci poustevnici i jini korYS'i a Veemoini mekkOi v nepfebernem mnoisM. Jachty provizi obvykle stado delfinO a jakoby pro obveseleni pfedvadi rozpustile hry. pkaie se i iralok kladivoun, modrY iralok a o nic merle nebezpedni obroveti a2 VImetrovi rejnoci.

Bohata nabidka potravy ob'eas phlaka veiryby, nekdy i nejveal mofske sauce

♦ Vetrmj mlyn uprostied Atlantiku

UliCka v Angaie ttrnact set kilometrO na zapad od portugalskych bfehO le2i uprostfed Atlantiku skupina deviti ostrovu — Azory. Podte nalezu mind je ui nekolik stoleti pi. Kr. znali Kartaginci, plavili se, k nim Normani a Arabove. Portugalci je znovu objevili a2 v roce 1427 a dnes jich tu na necelych 2400 otvereonych kilometrech iije asi etyll sta.

V oceanskem mime subtropickem podnebi nevystoupi teplorner v lete nad 17 stupiiii a v zime neklesne pod 14 stupriO, a zatimco na pobi-eii yeainou sviti slunce, ve vnitrozemi o nekolik kilometrO dal a o nekolik set metro v■16 dasto cele hodiny pal. Takove podminky zaji§tuji dokonale city' vzduch a umoifiuji fotografovani dokonce i pod vodou.

V prObehu staleti phstehovalci a moteplavci dopinili puvodni chude rostlinstvo evropskYmi a subtropickimi rostlinami, dah

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stado nekolika desitek kusu. Mistni rybafi dodrluji zvyk zalo2enY na starYch zasadach, ie velryba se smi lovit jen z veslic a rudnimi harpunami. Na °strove Pico, pojmenovanem podle tamni homy vysoke 2351 metro, je tovarna na zpracovani olo ykO. „Bouranr velryby a vafeni velrybiho tuku i rozsekanych kosti v ohromnych kotlich ov'Sem neni nic pro zvedave turisty, teiko tu podivanou snesou pro odpornY pronikavY zapach. PhvetivYm a jiiansky usmevavYm delnikOm, zamestnanYm !eta pri tehle praci, ovSem nevadi.

Vlidne a malebne kresne Azory nejsou v2dy neru genou zaslibenou zemi. Pi =ed deseti lety postihio ostrov Pico take zemetfeseni a Opine znidilo obec Santo Antonio; jen trosky budov a pole dem& levy pfipominaji jeji zkazu, ze ktere se di' nikdy nevzpamatovala. Dne 1. ledna 1980 znidilo nove zemetfeseni Angaru, hlavni mesto tfetiho nejveaiho ostrova archipelagu Terceiry.

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CHAPTER SECRETARY 1 Mrs. Elizabeth A. Bily 2 Mrs. Frank L. Vavra 3 Mrs. Bobby Michalsky 4 Mr. Sidney Mensik 5 Mr. A. M. Vrla 6 Mr. John J. Pechacek 7 Mrs. Isabel Kutach 8 Mr. Wesley Parma 9 Mr. John H. Murphy 10 Mrs. Benita Walzel 11 Mr. Emil E. Matula 12 Mr. Henry E Vitek 13 Mr. Albert Kubena 14 Mr. E. J. Sebesta 15 Mr. Lad C. Cmajdalka 17 Mrs. Mildred Ulcak 18 Mr. Ignace Pastusek 19 Mr. Frank S. Kofnovec 20 Mr. Lee Roy Weselka 21 Mrs. Marie Zissa 22 Mr. Leroy E. Lenert 23 Mr. Joe Havrda 24 Mr. Rud. Bordovsky 25 Mrs. Olga Sablatura 26 Mrs. Hilda Burtis 27 Mrs. John A. Polansky 28 Mr. Jerry Mehevec 29 Mr. Amos Pavlik 30 Mrs. Betty Jurica 31 Mrs. Cecilia Banse 32 Mrs. Ruby Lubojacky 33 Mrs. Bobby Michalsky 34 Mr. A. C. Kristynik 35 Mr. Jesse Hajek 37 Mr. Frank Berckenhoff 38 Mr. Joe Peters 40 Mr. Neiland W. Worley 41 Mr. Ernest Mensik

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GRAND CHAPTER OFFICE: P.O. BOX 1168, ROSENBERG, TX. 77471 Gilbert J. Walzel, Auditor Jed M. Walzel, Secretary Vladimir G. Bily, President W. F. Svec, Auditor Sidney F. Mensik, 1st Vice-Pres Alvin (Jack) Klesel, Treasurer Ben F. Grill, Auditor David Hajek, Attorney William L. Bayer, 2nd Vice-Pres

Wednesday, January 4, 1984-VESTNIK/15

SPJST CALENDAR FOR SENT LODGES ONLY

Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood Friday, Jan. 6-Board of Trustees' Meeting, 7 p.m.; also Social Night Sunday, Jan. 8-Lodge 6 Meeting, .3 p.m. & Installation of Officers Friday, Jan. 13-Social Night Friday, Jan. 20-Social Night Saturday, Jan. 21-CB Club Public Dance, 8-12; music by Ed Radke & His Swingsters Friday, Jan. 27-Social Night

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Lodge No. 13, Dime Box Sunday, Jan. 8-FREE DANCE; music by The Melanger Combo Band Sunday, Jan. 15-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. ***

Monday, Jan. 9-East Bell Water Supply Corp.

Annual Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 14-H.O.T. Czechs Tuesday, Jan. 17-Board of Trustees' Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 21-Wence Shimek Saturday, Jan. 28-Vrazel Polka Band

Lodge No. 54, West Saturday, Jan. 21-McLennan County Bass Club Banquet Sattirday, Feb. 8-Wedding Reception & Dance Saturday, Feb. 25-American Legion of Waco Softball Benefit Dance Sunday, Mar. 4-Lodge Quarterly Meeting & Social, 3 p.m. Election of Delegates

Lodge No. 14, Wesley

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Sunday, Mar. 18-Lodge Meeting & Election of Delegate at the Dan Suroviks' residence

Lodge No. 66, Waco

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Lodge No. 15, Buckholts (Lodge meeting every 2nd Wednesday of each Month) (Bingo Night every Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.; Lic. Permit No. 1740902352441001) **Mt

Lodge No. 18, Elgin Thursday, Jan. 26-Al Grebnick Thursday, Feb. 23-Moostach Jo

5** Lodge No. 24, Cyclone

Saturday, Jan. 7-Pecos Wednesday, Jan. 1I-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m Saturday, Jan. 14-King of Swing Monday, Jan. 16-Board of Trustees' Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 21-Sterling Country Saturday, Jan. 28-Leather & Laee aa*

Saturday, Jan. 7-Country Drifters Saturday, Jan. 14-Lone Star Review Sunday, Jan. 15-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.; also Sister Thelma Hrneir of Corpus Christi will be in charge of the Child Abuse & Neglect Program; the Lodge 66 Youth Club meets at 1:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 2I-Jerry Haisler Saturday, Jan. 28-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Feb. 4-Jodie Mikula Orch.

Saturday, Feb. 11-Country Drifters Saturday, Feb. 18-Country Light Saturday, Feb. 25-Cherokee Rose **a

Friday, Jan. 27-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, Jan. 28-Henry Tannenberger (Mixed) Saturday, Feb. 4-Knights of Dixie (B/R) Friday, Feb. 10-The Rounders (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 11-LeeRoy Matocha Sunday, Feb. 12-Lodge Anniversary; FREE Dance, 5-9 Saturday, Feb. 18-Al Pierson Big Band USA (B/R) Saturday, Feb. 25-The Dutchmasters (Variety) (Bingo Games every Thursday, 7:15 Early Bird & 7:30 Regular Games; Lic. Permit No. (30006212077-41001).

(Men's Club meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8 a.m.; Breakfast/Meeting/Etc.)

Lodge No. 92, Ft. Worth Saturday, Mar. 17-Dance Saturday, April 28-Dance Saturday, July 14-Dance Saturday, Sept. 8-Dance Saturday, Sept. 15-Dance (Every Friday night ballroom dancing: Dress Code) ***

Lodge No. 130, Dallas & Sokol Zizka Saturday, Jan. 14-The Czech Harvesters Saturday, Jan. 28-Jodie Mikula Band Saturday, Feb. 11-Bavarian Woodchoppers Saturday, Feb. 25-Mardi Gras; music by Harold Strand Orch.

Saturday, Mar. 10-The Czech-Mates Saturday, Mar. 24-The Czech Harvesters *5*

Lodge No. 142, Houston (Lodge Meetings for 1984 will be every 2nd Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., except December Meeting which will be at 1 p.m.) ***

Lodge No. 154, Ft. Worth

Lodge No. 25, Ennis Thursday, Jan. 12-Lodge Regular Monthly Meeting, 8 p.m.

Lodge No. 74, Lovelady

Sunday, Jan. 8-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

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Lodge No. 29, Taylor Friday, Jan. 13-Lodge 29 Hosting Child Abuse & Neglect Program, 7 p.m.; Sister Thelma Hrncir will be in charge of "CAN"; all area Lodges are encouraged to attend this important session ***

Lodge No. 35, Elk Saturday, Jan. 7-Stetson.

Saturday, Jan. 14-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Jan. 21-Country Drifters Saturday, Jan. 28-Stone Mountain Saturday, Feb. 4-Jerry & Melody Five Saturday, Feb. 11-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Feb. 18-Country Drifters Saturday, Feb. 25-Stone Mountain

*5* Lodge No. 40, El Campoâ&#x20AC;˘Hillje

Thursday, Jan. 5-Youth Club Meeting Monday, Jan. 9-Bingo Monday, Jan. 16-Bingo Wednesday, Jan. 18-Monthly Lodge Meeting Monday, Jan. 23-Bingo Monday, Jan. 30-Bingo Monday, Feb. 6-Bingo Monday, Feb. 13-Bingo Wednesday, Feb. 15 - Monthly Lodge Meeting Monday, Feb. 20-Bingo Monday, Feb. 27-Bingo (License Permit Number is 30007282400-41001.) *5*

Lodge No 47, Seaton Saturday, Jan. 7-Eddie Ray & The Polka Dots Sunday, Jan. 8-Lodge & Youth Club Meeting, 2 p.m.; also Installation of 1984 Officers

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Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi Wednesday, Jan. 11-SPJST Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m. *5*

Lodge No. 80, Holland Saturday, Jan. 7-Leather & Lace Sunday, Jan. 8-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 14-Debonaires Saturday, Jan. 21-(Nodance) Saturday, Jan. 28-Holland-Bartlett Fire Department Fund-Raising Dance; music by Eddie Ray & The Polka Dots (Bingo Night every Thursday at 7 p.m.; Lie. Permit No. 30000077419-41001) ***

Lodge No. 84, Dallas Saturday, Jan. 21-Mikula Polka Band Saturday, Feb. 4-Vrazel Polka Band Saturday, Feb. 18-Czech Harvesters Saturday, Mar. 3-Mikula Polka Band Saturday, Mar. 17-Country Boys Polka Band *5*

Lodge No. 88, Houston Wednesday, Jan. 4-Birthday Club Games Party/Luncheon/Meeting Saturday, Jan. 7-Ellinger Combo (Variety) Wednesday, Jan. 11-Birthday Club Games Party/Luncheon/Meeting Saturday, Jan. 14-Knights of Dixie (B/R) Saturday, Jan. 21-Vrazels (Variety)

Under new rules of the Federal Communications Commission, several thousand daytime AM radio stations will be allowed to broadcast for an additional hour or more in the late afternoon, especially during the short days of midwinter. In the past, such stations had to go off the air at sunset. The new rule permits stations to operate until 6 p.m., even if that is after sunset.

Those of you who do a lot of travelling, we wish to suggest that when hitting your car's brakes to avoid an accident, do not slam down on the pedal. This may lead to wheel lockup, skidding and loss of steering control. The proper way to brake quickly is to apply pedal pressure until you feel that lockup is imminent, then release the brake slightly and squeeze again. In most cases, this avoids skidding, reduces forward speed and allows an individual to retain control in case there is not enough stopping distance and you have to drive around the problem area.

Saturday, Jan. 7-Neil Hart (C/W) Saturday, Jan. 14-The Vaneks (Variety) Saturday, Jan. 21-Country Boys (C/W) Saturday, Jan. 28-Eddie Marshall (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 4-Texas Brew (C/W) Friday, Feb. 10-Original River Road Boys (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 11-Rudy Kurtz (Variety) Saturday, Feb. I8-Knights of Dixie (13/1t) Saturday, Feb. 25-Donnie Wavra (Variety) (Lodge Meetings the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.)

Saturday, Jan. 7-Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, Jan. 14-Country Connections Saturday, Jan. 21-Silver Dollar Band Saturday, Jan. 28-Music Masters Saturday, Feb. 4-Hard Country Saturday, Feb. 11-Amarillo Express Saturday, Feb. 18-New Generations Saturday, Feb. 25-Ghost Riders

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Wednesday, Jan. 4-Annual Lodge Meeting; Election of Officers/Delegates, 2 p.m. at Marie Moore's residence Sunday, Jan. 8-Lodge Social, 1 p.m. at Brother Charles Bedrich's home; each family is asked to bring a covered dish; drinks will be furnished by the lodge

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Lodge No. 172, Pasadena

Lodge No. 28, East Bernard

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Saturday, Jan. 8-Lodge Monthly Meeting, 2 p.m.

Lodge No. 72, Cameron

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Friday, Jan. 13--Debonaires Saturday, Jan. 14-People's Choice Friday, Jan. 20-Jess DeMaine Saturday, Jan. 21-Leather & Lace Friday, Jan. 27-The Jimmy Mac Band Saturday, Jan. 28-Debonaires Friday, Feb. 3-People's Choice Saturday, Feb. 4-Jess DeMaine Friday, Feb. 10-Debonaires Saturday, Feb. 11-People's Choice Friday, Feb. 17-Bert Rivera Saturday, Feb. 18-Leather & Lace Friday, Feb. 24-The Jimmy Mac Band Saturday, Feb. 25-Susie Nelson (Willie's Daughter) Sunday, Feb. 26-Vrazels, 4-8 (Lodge Meeting every 4th Sunday of each month at 6 p.m.)

(Friday Night Dances, 8-12; Saturday Night Dances, 9-11

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Lodge No. 173, Galveston Monday, Jan. 16-Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Guaranty Federal Bldg., corner of Laurel & First St., La Marque a**

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This past Christmas some people found a microwave oven under their Saturday, Jan. 7-American Sunrise tree and probably are putting off the Saturday, Jan. 14-Jerry Haisler time by fears of radiation leakage.

Friday, Jan. 20-Sterling Country The Food and Drug Administration Saturday, Jan. 21-The Gentres has printed a pamphlet, "Microwave Saturday, Jan. 28-Jodie Jay & Silvertones Oven Radiation," and you may send (C/W) for a free copy to Consumer InforFriday, Feb. 3-Academy FFA Dance; music mation Center, Dept. 594L, Pueblo,

by Leather & Lace Colo. 81009.

Lodge No. 177, Academy

Saturday, Feb. 4-Bill Waits "Goodtimers" Saturday, Feb. II-The Road Runners Saturday, Feb. 18-The Gentres Saturday, Feb. 25-"Pecos" of Waco *5*

Lodge No. 179, Warrenton Thursday, Jan. 12-Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m. at Warrenton Store Guest Room; Members bring a side dish or dessert ***

Lodge No. 180, Burleson Saturday, Jan. 7-Country Junction Saturday, Jan. 14-Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, Jan. 21-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Jan. 28-Gentres Saturday, Feb. 4-Country Junction

Lodge No. 187, Round Rock Friday, Jan. 6-Leather & Lace Saturday, Jan. 7-The Jimmy Mac Band

"Be Proud Of It." PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE "I pledge Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all."

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This annuity can be purchased to fund your Individual Retirement Account. In that case, both your annual contribution and the interest accumulation are tax-deferred until you start drawing money out of the plan.

Or you can buy an annuity as an investment entirely apart from your IRA. In that case, the premium is not tax deductible, but the interest portion will not be taxed until you start taking money out of your annuity.

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