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

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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 January 21, 1987 ISSN-07458800 VOLUME 75 NUMBER 3

Annual Reports Of Supreme Lodge Officers And Directors Annual Report Of Your Chairman Of The Board Supreme Lodge, SPJST

Cyril J. Pokladnik Sisters and Brothers: It is my great pleasure to report to you again on the activities, progress and accomplishments -- of our Society.

The year just closed was probably, in all areas, one of the greatest in the history of our Fraternity. Details for the year will be fully reported by each individual Supreme Lodge officer.

During the past year 1986, it was my pleasure as chairman of your Board and as District III director to attend a number of State and National meetings of the Fraternal System. I find such attendance is educational and valuable. The interchange of ideas, among the Fraternal Societies, is most valuable. This is particularly important, for it keeps us informed of the many changes facing the Fraternal System. Working together and with united efforts, I am certain that we will be able to maintain our fraternal status.

Our Society, the SPJST, has grown through the years into a strong organization, fully capable of adjusting to any and all changes that may confront us.

As a democratic Society, you as a member of the Society -- hold equal rights with all other members. You are a vital part of a great organization.

Each four years, in our Conventions, your voice may be, heard and the mandates of the majority govern the Society. Your Supreme Lodge officers and directors abide by your mandates.

I urge that you make plans for the 1988 Convention to be held in Temple, Texas.

As you study the Officers' and Directors' Annual Reports, you will become aware of the functions of each department, and their responsibility for the growth and financial strength of the Society.

We must never forget that we are first a Fraternal Insurance Society. It is only, as we grow in this area, that we can afford the many benefits that we furnish our membership. To mention a few -- Our Vestnik, our youth fund, the scholarships, the rest homes, the refunds to members and lodges, our mortgages loans to members and many others.

Our computer has been fully updated and our records and controls are being handled currently. Service to the members and local lodges is now handled on a professional basis.

We are continuing and expanding our charitable projects. In this, we ask all lodges and members to participate.

If you have any local charitable or civic projects, I would appreciate your reporting them to the Supreme Lodge.

Your local projects build good will for the Fraternal System.

As chairman of your Board of Directors, I would like to express my appreciation for the opportunity of service, it has been a great experience.

The year 1986 was one of great accomplishment for your Society.

In closing, I wish to extend an invitation to you to visit your Supreme Lodge Home Office and Museum in Temple, Texas. You will be warmly greeted and have an opportunity to see your home office at work.

Finally, I must thank you again for the many invitations and many courtesies you have extended to Justine and me during this past year.

We, Justine and I, wish all members the very best of everything in 1987.

Sincerely and fraternally, C RILL

. CKLADN IR ,

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Annual Report Of SPJST Supreme Lodge President

Howard Leshikar

Dear Fellow Members: Congratulations! Once again, through your enthusiasm and hard work you have helped to lift the SPJST Society to new heights in every area. In 1986 the host of Sesquicentennial activities provided the perfect opportunity for reflection upon our many cultural and historical contributions, and highlighted the importance of renewal and revitalization. The importance of our mission as a fraternal benefit society has never been more challenging, but, thanks to the vision of loyal fraternalists, our Society has the infrastructure in its strong lodge system to meet the challenges ahead.

Indeed, the quality and dedication of its leadership at the local lodge level is the key to the perpetuation of our Society.

As my family and I had the opportunity to participate in and assist with many of your functions, we have been impressed and encouraged by the hard work and dedication of the membership. We would like to express our appreciation for the many opportunities we have had to take part

in your lodge activities. Also, thank you to those directors, officers, and members of the Headquarters staff whose cooperation and counsel have made our program of work in 1986 both a pleasure and a success. Your loyalty to SPJST and its mission is deeply appreciated.

Here at the Home Office every department has worked diligently to provide quality service and member satisfaction. As a result, our new products have been well - received by our members,with many updating their insurance program. We are especially grateful to our members and our sales force for their patience and professionalism through the hectic first months of 1986.

To provide our members with greater benefits and a wider assortment of products, we have begun conversion of two traditional products to the 1980 CSO tables. We anticipate these upgraded policies will provide additional flexibility in financial planning and will generate continued sales. We urge each member to review his program of insurance and seek the assistance of our many volunteer sales people to help explore the many benefits of SPJST membership for his entire family.

This year, as well as last year, real strides were made in the SPJST's program for youth. A new youth club was established at Lodge 191, Lufkin, and another is being organized. Three other lodges are seeking information on establishing youth clubs. In addition, participation at State YAD increased in all areas; there were 80 additional youth participants. Over 650 parents and friends attended this function. Our summer camp attendance also increased; 535 youth took part in fraternal activities designed for fun, fellowship, and the development of leadership skills.

We had 90 more youth campers than two years ago. Our sincere thanks to the parents, local youth leaders and the District Youth Counselors, who devoted many hours to the youth program. Also our State Youth Director deserves special recognition for coordinating the many projects designed for our youth. This year, at the Texas Fraternal Congress in Austin, our State King John See, III with Queen Sherry Michka, led our youth in an outstanding display of (Continued On Page 3...)

2/VESTNfK-Wednesday, January 21, 1987

THE 'Editor COMMENTS

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DEADLINE FOR MATERIAL TO BE ACCEPTED FOR THEFOLLOWING ISSUE IS THURSDAY.

In compliance with our SPJST Bylaws, this issue brings our membership the annual reports of the Supreme Lodge Officers and Board of Directors. Our members are fraternally and sincerely urged to read them carefully because they give all readers a first - hand view of the progress in the various departments and the functions of its operation.

Personally, this editor can state that the officers plus staffs are well - versed in their positions and can give an individual quick, correct answers and reply to correspondence without delay.

It is assumed that our members will agree with the above observation. In case an answer is not at hand, it will definitely be forthcoming in the shortest possible time. At the present time, SL Headquarters, especially President Leshikar and Legal Advisor Kacir, seem to have quite an amount of their time taken up with the Insurance Department in Austin concerning our fraternal status. *** While we are on the subject of Officers and Board of Directors, our members, reporters and correspondents seem to be confused about the difference between lodges' and the Supreme Lodge SPJST composition. Our Society's Constitution and Bylaws state: Our Supreme Lodge is composed of Officers and a Board of Directors regulated by Bylaws whereas the lodges have officers, Property Committees (Board of Trustees), etc., Rules and Regulations Committee (R&R) to set rules for the local lodge to govern themselves by; local lodges, therefore, do NOT have local lodge bylaws or directors; they (the lodges) have trustees and R&Rs. *** We wish to call attention of our members to the fact that there are times when we have to delay some Features, Youth Letters, Expressions of Sympathy, etc. because of urgent material. Priority is given to Supreme Lodge material, district affairs and local lodge letters, (especially time dated) and urgent matters; please keep this in mind.

This is written for the benefit of our youth leaders and our youth. Youth leaders, please advise your youth club members to be sure to send their youth club project answers to Supreme Lodge, attention SYD Sue Meadows, Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 and NOT to Box 85, West, Texas because this delays the youth mail (project matters) that have to be forwarded to Sister Meadows.

Letters, articles and photos for publication (Vestnik) should be mailed VESTNIK PO BOX 85 WEST, TEXAS 76691 and NOT to BOX 100, TEMPLE! *5*

A cheaper, lower - dosage rabies vaccine for human use has been approved by the Food and Drug Adminstration. Because of the smaller dosage -- one - tenth that of the older vaccine -- the new version will cost

only $75 for three injections, according to the distributor, Merieux Institute of Miami. The same number of injections of the current drug costs $165. The new vaccine probably will be used as a preventive measure by veterinarians and others likely to be exposed to animals infected with the fatal disease. Vaccinated people who have been bitten by a rabid animal would need only two injections of a larger, intramuscular dose. Anyone without the vaccination would require five high - dose injections after having been bitten. *** Hotels offer rooms for needy cancer patients --- Seven hotels and motels in Temple, Texas have agreed to sponsor the American Cancer Society's Guestroom Program which will provide free accommodations for cancer patients in need of a temporary home while undergoing daily treatment or therapy in Temple. The program will also be available to family members who must accompany the patient while traveling to Temple.

The American Cancer Society Bell Central Unit Service and Rehabilitation Committee will provide the service by working closely with the social work department at Scott and White to offer accommodations to as many qualified patients and families as possible, says Dr. Robert J. Long, president of the American Cancer Society's Bell Central Unit and staff physician in the division of pulmonary disease at Scott and White.

Patients enrolled in the program will be housed on a space available basis for periods up to six weeks, the average treatment period for patients undergoing cancer therapy," says Tony Fritz, director of the social work department at Scott and White.

However, Fritz adds, since the program is offered on a space available basis, patients may occasionally be asked to move to another participating hotel or motel during their stay in order to accommodate them for a full four - or six - week period.

Family members who care for the patient are invited to share the patient's room also, notes Mark Ferguson, manager, Holiday Inn of Temple, spokesman for the participating Temple hotel/motel managers.

Temple hotels and motels participating in the ACS Guestroom Program are Best Western, Econo Lodge, Holiday Inn, La Quinta, Ponderosa, Ramada Inn, and Stratford House Inn. Cancer patients who apply for the program must demonstrate a financial need for the service. Procedures for enrolling in the free accommodations or guestroom program require that the patients, a family member or a referring agency contact the social work department at Scott and White or the American Cancer Society. *** Borrowers who fall behind on their mortgage payments or walk away from foreclosures are much more likely to have their credit ratings whacked as a result of a new policy adopted by the Federal National Mortgage Association. Starting next April 1st, one of the nation's largest supplier of home - mortgage money--will require its several thousand lenders to report monthly to credit bureaus on all foreclosures and loans that are 90 days or more in arrears. Until now, few lenders have done so. The change will make it more difficult for borrowers who fail to pay mortgages to obtain credit cards, auto or consumer loans-or another mortgage loan. ***

Wednesday, January 21, 1987—VESTNiK/3 talent. In addition, they made a special effort to represent us in the Temple Christmas Parade.

Our scholarship program also continues to generate increased participation. This year almost 200 applicants applied for the sixty $500 Scholarships that were awarded to help our youth further their education. In an effort to make this program a real benefit to as many youth as possible, two changes have been made in the program: First an applicant must have been a member of our Society for at least one year; Second a member will be eligible to receive only one SPJST Scholarship.

Further, our Statewide Domino Tournaments and the Taroky Tournament have also sparked excitement across the state. The fun and enthusiasm exhibited at the playoffs is a tribute to fraternalism.

Because the Taroky Tournament has renewed interest, some lodges are now scheduling time for members to learn and sharpen their playing skills.

Another Taroky Tournament is being planned and I would like to emphasize that these Taroky playoffs will be this spring rather than in the fall. Be certain to check our Vestnik for the dates.

Two new projects will be implemented this year. First, a "Fraternalist of the Year" award is being developed. Each lodge can participate by selecting a "fraternalist" from their local unit and submitting their entry to the Supreme Lodge, which will, in its January 1988 meeting, select the "Fraternalist of the Year." This will provide another way to recognize the hard - working members in our Society. Watch the Vestnik for further details. Second, during the first part of this year, an SPJST emblem will be sent to each member. We hope it will be proudly displayed in the window of your car; we want you to know we are proud you are our member.

In September, at the 100th anniversary of the National Fraternal Congress in Washington, D.C., President Reagan took time to speak on volunteerism within the Fraternal movement. He commended the member societies for their impressive service records and urged our societies to continue our fraternal work and help in the fight against drugs.

Recently our legal advisor, Brother Sidney Kacir, and I have been working with other fraternals from the Texas Fraternal Congress on a bill which is being prepared by the State Insurance Department concerning Chapter 10.

Chapter 10 is the set of rules which regulate the way fraternals can operate in our state. After much deliberation, we feel progress is being made. Much time has been spent on this very important matter and the membership will be kept informed as the bill is finalized. As the bill works its way through the legislature, we will be monitoring its progress and working for an outcome favorable to our continued fraternal status.

As I reflect on the year's activities, I am inspired and made proud by the success of our two Sesquicentennial projects. Both the Fraternal Fest and the film "Czechs in a Texas Checkerboard" highlighted the accomplishments of SPJST members.

Hundreds of hours and hundreds of people were involved in both projects.

Each in its own way was an investment. The Fraternal Fest focused on the highlights of our cultural background, fraternal aspects of our organization, and promoted the

SPJST as a family organization.

Likewise, the film was a major contribution in our effort to preserve our traditions and promote our cultural ties. I am especially grateful to the many dedicated SPJST members whose willingness to help made these projects possible. Let us always remember, in a fraternal society such as ours, many people working together accomplish goals. Every member, sales representative, lodge officer, director is to be commended for the important service they render to our Society.

Finally, for any organization to survive it must capitalize on its strengths. It has been stated that "an organization is either growing or declining." There is no such thing as standing Still. We, at the Home Office, want to thank you our members for your continued support. Your continued insistence on quality insurance, active lodges, support for local lodges, quality youth activities and quality information and service is imperative. These are the fraternal benefits which we must work together to provide.

In closing, let's each try to make the load of our fellowman lighter to bear by extending the helping hand of fraternalism. Keep up the good work, and may you have a happy and healthy 1987.

Fraternally,

Howard Leshikar President —SPJST-

President's 1986 Report To The Membership

Vice

Year 1986 1985

Applications 2592 1909

Gain Over Previous Year 683

Insurance Written

Insurance Issued

Earned Premium

$ 67,135,850.00 18,801,349.00 $ 48,334,501.00

$ 61,061,040.00 17,991,779.00 $ 43,069,261.00

$ 1,207,824.19 181,108.66 $ 1,026,715.53

We have not attained our membership goal which we should strive to obtain in 1987. This past year many of our members combined a number of their small certificates into one larger certificate. This is good for the member and the SPJST because it reduces confusion for the member and administration for the Society. When we introduced our new Lone Pay Life and Universal Life Programs, we expected a great deal of interest by our members regarding these new products and they certainl y met with an enthusiastic response. The SPJST has never had a year of sales that equals 1986.

SALES REPRESENTATIVES There is an old business expression "the figures speak for themselves" and we certainly have the production figures to boast of our success. With an "all volunteer sales force" in place, it was necessary for us to develop a system of field and Home Office assistance that everyone could feel comfortable with. Our new products are state of the art and this change was necessitated by the strong competitiveness in the insurance marketplace. This means our sales representatives need constant upgrading so that they are able to explain to our members the many variations in our certificates. I have received a number of compliments from our sales force telling me "if it wasn't for the Home Office helping me, I probably couldn't have made the sale." The team that we have assembled to take care of business for the SPJST, I feel, is second to none.

This year the Supreme Lodge is honoring the "Top Thirty" producers for 1986. The sales representatives' names that follow account for 72 percent of all production this past year. These are the people who are making our SPJST grow: DISTRICT 1 Name Martha Trcalek

Lodge 17

DISTRICT 2

Bernard M. Gebala This report will be a review of the 1986 SPJST Insurance Operations.

Bylaws of the Society's XXIV Convention 1984, Article 38 directs that the Vice President is in charge of the Insurance Department. The following are highlights of what has been a hectic record - breaking year.

We can all certainly be proud of what we have accomplished.

Frank Klinkovsky Glenda Liles Linda Johnson Chester Shmoldas Creola Wilcox Norma Alford Charlie Waits Ladis Navratil Albin Machu Willie E. Kohutek Kathy Fritz

Louis Hanus Helen Filipp T.H. Lostak Evelyn Mikeska Raymond Budewig Della Kadlecek Helen Hegwood Franklin Bravenec Lonnie Lostak

88 139 139 176 142 88 88 88 139

DISTRICT 6 Jerome Hlavaty Melvin Marek Matt Vanek Frankie Vanek

153 40 32 40

DISTRICT 7 137

Viola Cabla TRAINING

The Insurance Department has enhanced our training methods and now has three State Field Representatives in the districts they are assigned. This method has greatly enhanced the help we are able to get to the sales representative in a short period of time. We now have one State Field Manager and three State Field Representatives. A good measure of our success in 1986 must be attributed to these four field people.

SPJST INSURANCE PRODUCTS The incorporation of Lone Pay Life (a single premium whole - life certificate) and the SPJST Flexible Protector Plan (universal life certificate) into our product portfolio is credited for much of our sales this past year. With the changing times, we are now ready to issue a new whole life product which incorporates a male/female rate along with a non smoker discount. This product will be available to juveniles as well as adults and it will be computed on the 1980 CSO table. We are also ready to begin issuing a new Annual Renewable Term certificate on the 1980 CSO table.

These new changes will make some of our older certificates obsolete. We will keep the membership informed on the progress of these new products.

CERTIFICATE SERVICE The Insurance Department personnel pride themselves on the certificate service rendered our membership. Every member is important to us and our goal is to give everyone personalized attention. We are here to serve our membership.

DISTRICT 3 SUMMARY Gene McBride Emil Petr Lawrence Laznovsky Mary Renfro David Andreason

25 84 135 154 84

DISTRICT 4

INSURANCE SALES The year 1986 surpassed all expectations in the way of Insurance Sales. To better illustrate this, let's compare:

47 80 177 74 74 177 24 87 29 47 177

DISTRICT 5

Stanley Broz Martha Broz Anna Drgac Diana Pelzel

160 160 160 160

The SPJST Life Products we now have available along with three that will be issued shortly are top -notch products. We at the Home Office are proud of the advances we have made.

The SPJST is chartered as a Fraternal Benefit Society to administer to the life insurance needs of our members. We can now truly say we have reached a point where we can take care of all of our members' life insurance needs.

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday,

January 21, 192s/

Last year I pledged to you fast, efficient and professional service. We did that and will continue the same. It has truly been an outstanding year for the SPJST and I'm proud to have been a part of it.

On behalf of my entire staff and myself, we wish you a prosperous 1987.

Fraternally,

Bernard M . Gebala Vice President

—SPJSTSecretary/Treasurer's Annual Report

Leonard D. Mikeska This report for 1986 will briefly comment on my responsibilities dealing with investment management, claims, policy services and general corporate administration. I will share some observations with you, but first I want to take a moment to thank those of you with whom we have had contact this past year for your cooperation and helpfulness. We can say that the SPJST has more than its fair share of the finest people in the world.

A TURNING POINT -- Milestones and turning points in history are soimtimes difficult to spot, but, I believe that 1986 was a milestone year for the SPJST. I think that 1986 will go down in our history as the beginning of a period of outstanding growth. I sense an air of enthusiasm throughout the ranks of our organization.

After tripling our normal growth, we have reason to be enthusiastic and optimistic. Certainly good management is necessary to achieve the degree of success enjoyed by the SPJST, but we know that it would not have been possible without dedicated people in all ranks. Each of you who contributed your efforts in 1986 share in the success we have built together.

INVESTMENTS -- The new interest - sensitive products have required special efforts to adjust our investment portfolio to meet their special needs.

There has been an ongoing effort to maintain the level of liquidity and flexibility required by the new interest sensitive products such as Universal Life and Annuities. All in all, our policy of active portfolio management is conservative in nature. My constant goal is to secure the highest possible return with sound and secure vehicles and to properly match assets and liabilities.

Most of the investment activity for the '`Year principally involved the loans, mortgage categories of government securities, corporate bonds and common stocks. During the year, our assets grew by over $6.3 million which is a real growth.

Mortgage loans to members account for $29.5 million of our assets. We are proud to offer this service to our members. The department is automated, cost efficient and provides an excellent means of investing a portion of our funds.

Acceptable loan securities are limited to owner - residences, owner operated farms and ranches and some types of owner - operated commercial properties. The present interest rates on home and farm loans are: 8 3/4 percent on 1 to 10 year loans; 9 3/4 percent on 11-15 year loans; and 91/2 percent on 16 - 20 year loans. The commercial loan rate is 9 3/4 percent on 1 to 10 year commercial loans and 101/4 percent on 11 - 15 year commercial loans.

One - year membership is required and if the applicant and spouse do not have at least $25,000.00 of SPJST insurance in force, the additional insurance is recommended to qualify.

Other major investment categories are: Government Securities and Corporate Bonds $13.3 million; Common Stock $.5 million. The remainder of our $47.3 in assets is invested in other various investment categories.

CLAIMS/BENEFITS MEMBERS -- Life insurance and annuities are purchased to meet various needs. They provide living benefits for retirement, education, emergency and other needs and can replace income lost due to early death of a provider.

During 1986 we paid some 420 death claims for $830,219.55 and matured endowment, refunds and annuity withdrawals of $1,106,024.52. Other remaining various membership benefits amounted to $1,208,753.50.

All totaled, claims, endowments, surrenders and other lodge and member benefits paid by the Society amounted to over $3.1 million.

ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT -- The new lines of business have required new procedures and efforts to service them properly.

We seek to adapt to the many new changes in the insurance industry and comply with new legislative changes and requirements. The IRS has imposed many new reporting requirements and procedures which have consumed much time during 1986.

My continuing goal is to handle the general corporate affairs of the SPJST in a timely, efficient and business - like manner.

OUR HERITAGE -- There is more to rejoice about than our business success. As we participated in some of the Texas Sesquicentennial activities during 1986, we could not help but reflect on the rich cultural heritage of the SPJST. As we prosper and grow, we become stronger and better able to preserve our fraternal and cultural programs and services. The SPJST has been a strong influence in communities throughout Texas. The fraternal helping hand has eased the burden of countless people over the years. Let us commit ourselves to strengthen those fraternal services that have served us in the past and to look for new areas of service for future growth.

We are planning for progress and growth for 1987, both on the state and local level. We encourage you to make plans and set goals in your local lodges

for what you would like to accomplish.

We know that much of our success depends on the willingness of our members to set goals. Let us make this year an even more outstanding year.

In closing, I thank all of you for your cooperation this past year and extend good wishes for your good

health and much success during 1987.

Fraternally,

Financial Secretary's Report For 1986

our Society approximately $425,000.00 This amount purchased $909,028.00 of paid - up insurance. The rate paid in 1986 was 3 percent and will remain 3 percent in 1987. All checks and paid up additions will continue to be issued according to the anniversary date of each eligible certificate. Percentage wise, approximately 65 percent of our certificateholders have opted for this new paid - up addition program. This has been a great accomplishment for our Society.

Jerry Mikulas

FINANCIAL STATEMENT. I am pleased to report that our Society has shown increased growth throughout a year in which business failures of all industries have been prominent. Our assets increased by more than $6 Million Dollars. My 1985 report indicated a $4 - Million Dollar increase. Percentage - wise, our assets increased by 15 percent. Our assets now amount to $47 Million Dollars.

You may review the Directors' Report for detailed information.

PREMIUM REFUND PAID - UP ADDITIONS. All premium refund checks and paid - up additions were forwarded from the Home Office to each eligible member in 1986. We forwarded approximately 10,950 premium refund checks in the amount of $224,215.96. We also forwarded 29,050 paid - up addition notices. This new paid - up addition program saved

Leonard D. Mikeska Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST-

REFUND TO LODGES. The 8 percent refund to lodges for 1986 was forwarded January 8, 1987 to all local lodge financial secretaries. This refund amounted to approximately $205,000.00. This revenue was generated from first - year sales and renewals of our sales representatives' production during 1986 excluding interest - sensitive products (annuities and universal life). We have continued to show an increase in this amount and expect this trend to continue in future years to come. Our premium and annuity income exceeded six and one half million dollars in 1986. This was due to the addition of new products added by the Insurance Department.

I.s I Nth. As of 12 - 31 - 86, we show that approximately 9,000 certificateholders are receiving the weekly Vestnik. The cost now amounts to $800.00 per week for postage and $1,000.00 per week for printing. The total cost of the Vestnik for 1986 amounted to $95,402.67.

1988 CONVENTION. According to Article 40, I am to notify each lodge as to the number of qualified votes so that each lodge may elect the proper number of delegates to the next convention. All information will be forwarded in October 1987. Please bear in mind that each lodge will have to meet its insurance goal to be able to elect delegates as per the scale set forth in Article 4. Please notify this office for further details.

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one year ahead of schedule. Much time DIRECT BILL. We have continued and effort has been used in completing to convert local lodges to direct bill.

We have converted 46 lodges in the these lodges. All efforts will be made amount of 26, 148 certificates. At the in 1987 to complete all other lodges on present time, we are approximately our waiting list .

Below is a list of lodges that will be placed on direct bill in 1987.

NUMBER OF CERTIFICATES LODGE NO. 79, Corpus Christi 35, Elk 25, Ennis 39, Bryan 117, Robstown 153, La Salle 114, Fairchilds 17, Caldwell 189, Bryan - College Station 107, Floresville 175, Rosenberg 135, Ennis 42, Brookshire 54, West 160, San Angelo 10, Shiner 92, Ft. Worth 17

1032 761 1167 415 386 290 94 1005 143 455 239 301 71 690 661 180 1153 9043

Wednesday, January 21, 1987—VESTNIK /5

Ranking Of Lodges According To Amount Of Insurance In Force 12-31-1986 Ranking 1.

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Lodge # 88, Houston 47, Seaton 160, San Angelo 24, Cyclone 66, Elm Mott 84, Dallas 29, Taylor 40, El Campo 74, Crockett 87, Temple 25, Ennis 177, Academy 142, Houston 92, Fort Worth 49, Rowena

I wish to thank everyone for your cooperation in 1986 and wish everyone good health and success in 1987.

Amount, of Insurance $27,322,408.00 9,880,190.00 9,235,666.00 8,729,079.00 7,572,615.00 6,820,036.00 6,749,437.00 6,298,169.00 6,000,520.00 5,816,408.00 5,327,588.00 4,976,796.00 4,530,408.00 4,137,056.00 4,132,199.00

Certificates 9316 2071 666 1263 1849 1465 1956 1026 1129 827 1168 804 864 1148 435

Fraternally, 1122.142wece-r—,

Jerry Mikulas Financial Secretary —SPJST-

Attorney's Annual Message January 15, 1987

Sidney Kacir Dear Members: I wish you a healthy and happy 1987.

For the first time in over 35 years, the State of Texas Insurance Department is proposing extensive revisions to Chapter 10 of the Insurance Code. Chapter 10 of the Insurance Code is the chapter that the SPJST and other fraternal benefit societies operate under -- it is an extremely important chapter to our continued existence and prosperity.

These provisions, if enacted, will directly affect all fraternal benefit societies. In addition to Chapter 10 of the Insurance Code suggested revisions are being made to another chapter of the Insurance Code that is being made applicable to almost all entities in the insurance industry and this would also affect fraternal benefit societies.

To place the scope of the proposed revisions in perspective, it is helpful to review the historical background.

Chapter 10 contains 45 articles. Of these 45 articles, five articles were

enacted in the year 1913; 38 articles were enacted in the year 1951; and two articles were enacted in the year 1981 (and these two articles concerned a narrow area of the law). The proposed legislation concerns 13 articles, many providing for major revisions. In addition, for the first time it makes another section of the Insurance Code, commonly referred to as the disciplinary article, applicable to fraternal benefit societies. This is a substantial undertaking of such importance that it has not happened in the last 35 years.

We and SPJST appreciate the fact that the Congress has been kind to fraternal benefit societies in granting the Income Tax Exemption and we appreciate the fact that our representatives and senators in Austin have been kind to us in Chapter 10 which chapter establishes our fraternal benefit society, our lodge system and representative form of government, and basis for the benefits that we provide. In a democracy such as we enjoy in this Country, it is desirable and helpful to keep our representatives and senators informed and the best way for this is by individual contact by our members with our elected representatives.

We all agree that the existing laws have served us well. In some areas, the existing laws are somewhat out - of date and in the society's interest and the public interest may well be better served if the proposed legislation as presently written is enacted.

By way of further background, when we first went to Austin, the Texas Insurance Department had two drafts of proposed legislation that if enacted as originally drafted would likely have resulted in litigation and could have been a basis for the Internal Revenue Service to deny the exemption from Income Tax. A highly - placed state official even stated that one of his alternatives was to call for the repeal of Chapter 10 of the Insurance Code.

The Insurance Department feels so strongly in the need for the legislation, that one of its officials stated at a public hearing held at the State Board of Insurance that if the law is not enacted that within a few years it is possible, there would be no fraternal

benefit societies in the State. This points out how serious the Insurance Department is in its belief that there is a need for the proposed legislation -- in a few words, it appears possible for groups who are not sincere fraternals to come in and with holding companies or trusts or management companies to "get rich quick," and cause a public outcry that could result in drastic legislation. We were told that proposed legislation was going to be presented to the State Board of Insurance with or without our input.

One case involving a fraternal benefit society (it is not a member of the Texas Fraternal Congress) is currently in litigation. Immediately upon learning of this extreme imminent crisis, the attorneys for almost all of the Texas Fraternal Benefit Societies that are members of the Texas Fraternal Congress, and various attorneys for the National Fraternal Congress and for a society of the National Fraternal Congress met with representatives of the Insurance Department in Austin, and an Ad Hoc Committee composed of attorneys was formed. Our immediate task was to inform the department how the fraternals, that we are associated with, actually operate.

These attorneys were invited together with an actuary to make comments and suggestions. After many trips to Austin and many revisions, the present proposed legislation was arrived at.

This was an "attorney required" matter and the Texas Fraternal Congress and National Fraternal Congress attorneys and actuary were exchanging views with Insurance Department attorneys and actuaries at the highest levels.

An important part of the proposed legislation will be re - establishing and giving a legislative interpretation of the existing law that defines the characteristics of a fraternal benefit society which states that it must be carried on solely for the mutual benefit of its members and their beneficiaries and not for profit, and having a lodge system and representative form of govenment. The control must be vested ultimately in the membership.

We must operate under a lodge system and the lodge system must actually and truly function. This is carried forward in the proposed legislation.

The proposed law also prescribes certain provisions that must be provided in the life insurance certificates and in this regard has an effective date that would be sufficient to permit the lodges to provide for these benefits in its bylaws within its customary convention time frame.

The proposed legislation would also provide that there may be no change in control of a fraternal benefit society which is inconsistent with the lodge system and has provisions for reserves and solvency.

The proposed legislation would still provide for the open contract and other matters that are peculiar to and important to fraternal benefit societies.

It would also make fraternal benefit societies subject to limited rule making authority and to certain disciplinary proceedings.

It is felt that the proposed legislation as now written is something that is reasonable and that fraternal benefit societies can continue to prosper with -- it is something that is in the public's best interest of SPJST -- it is now basically something that SPJST is in compliance with -- it is something that we can go "arm - in - arm" with the Insurance Department on -- it can be supported. The Texas Fraternal

Congress officers and directors will meet later this week and I believe that the Texas Fraternal Congress, will support the proposed legislation as now written. The National Fraternal Congress supports the proposed legislation as now written.

We are all familiar with and comfortable with the existing laws, but as times change sometimes it is in everyone's interest for laws to also change. The proposed law would keep the basic fraternal benefit society concept and workings intact.

This is in my opinion the most important item to come along in several decades that affects fraternal benefit societies and this is why it was necessary for attorneys to be involved.

We are optimistic that everything will work out satisfactorily in this area.

As always, I will be glad to answer any questions that you may have in this regard and furnish you with whatever information that I can furnish you.

Before I depart from the area of laws, I feel that the lodges should regularly review their own rules and regulations. We have an advantage over most other entities in that every four years every phase of the operation is reviewed, the committees function, and the members, through their elected delegates, act in the best interest of the Society. Between Conventions the Supreme Lodge serves the members well.

As we approach the 100th year of the Society's existence, we should be grateful to the members and leaders who have gone before us and appreciate the toil and effort that provided the laws and the bylaws that guide the Society.

The Society and Lodges continue to grow and to expand their services to members and thus fulfilling the needs of the members.

As has been reported elsewhere in this issue, the assets of the Society have increased substantially. There is a direct relation between the assets and the work of the legal advisor, and the work of the legal advisor has increased substantially.

As would be expected, in the uncertain economic times that we are in, we are involved in several bankruptcies, several tax suits and several foreclosures. Fortunately, it was not necessary to complete the foreclosure proceedings as satisfactory arrangements were made.

If you, as individuals, or any of the local lodges receive a notice of an increased property valuation that is not fair, you should promptly request and follow the procedures for a hearing; the procedure to follow is set forthwith the notice that you receive from the taxing authority. Do not wait until you receive your tax statement.

Since property taxes are an annual recurring expense, continued diligence is called for.

The lodges are very important to the members, the Society and to the community. The lodges should be kept in a good safe condition and all activities and functions should be well - organized and conducted in a safe and fraternal manner.

The lines of communication between the local lodge officers and the members and your director must always be open and the parties need to frankly discuss any concerns that they may have.

This Society has grown and prospered even though the economic outlook at times has been dim and the Society will continue to be strong if each individual member lends his or her support, cooperation, work and

6/VESTNIX—Wednesday, January 21, 1987 assistance, to their respective lodges and to the elected leaders of the Society.

Thank you for your continued support and assistance and I am wishing you a healthy and prosperous 1987.

Fraternally,

Sidney Kacir Legal Advisor —SPJST-

Report Of Board Of Directors Of The Supreme Lodge Annual

According to Article 43 - K, we, the directors of the SPJST, furnish the following report of our investigation and supervision of the reporting period.

We are proud to report to you, the membership, that the business operation of our Society has never been better. Our insurance sales surpassed all previous years by threefold.

The vice president, who heads the insurance operation, should be commended for his skill and foresight in developing new products, such as Universal Life, Annuities and others.

The most important fact to stress is that this progress has been done through part - time sales people. We are proud of the vice president and his entire insurance department.

One reason for the success of the new interest - sensitive products, is the outstanding yields the membership has received on their investments. This is possible because our secretary/treasurer stays on top of all the investments and their trends and secures outstanding top yields on all

investments. Another very important part of the Secretary Treasprer's Department is the Mortgage Loan program for our members. With the staff in his department, he handles our business in a most efficient manner.

The Controller's activities of the SPJST are headed by the financial secretary. Following our audit, we find that the Society's books and records are maintained in an outstanding fashion. Procedures incorporated by the financial secretary and his entire staff should be commended for a very fine system. Responsibility for the computer is primarily in his department, and his staff, along with the entire Home Office staff, deserves much credit for its efficient operation.

Direct billing is ahead of schedule because of the effort set forth by this department.

Since the SPJST has become more automated and because such good progress has been made this year, we feel extremely fortunate for the efficient manner that each department handles the business affairs of our Society. Such progress does not happen by chance. It takes much planning and hard work to implement new ideas and goals and help them succeed.

Each officer has his own responsibilities, each being different, but good business practices have to be uppermost, as is true in any organization or business.

The dedication and loyalty to SPJST these officers exhibit are certainly worthy of note.

The Board of Directors endorse and applaud the progress that has been made by our Society in 1986.

Fraternally submitted, The Board of Directors of the SPJST ***

REPORT OF DIRECTORS We the undersigned directors, examined all bonds and coupons which are kept in a safety deposit box at the Texas Bank and Trust, Temple, Texas on January 5, 1987. We reconciled the income and expense in the books of the Supreme Lodge. We also examined the mortgage loans and certificate loans.

The following is our financial report. $40,961,577.77

Balance 1-1-86 INCOME: Premium Income-Pd-Up Additions UL Withdrawal Expense SPJST History Project Emblems Profit on Sale of Bonds SPJST Scholarship Fund Annuity Withdrawal Expense Profit on Sale of Stock Annuities Dividends Interest on Bonds Interest on Certificate Loans Interest on Cert. of Deposit Interest on Mortgage Loans Premiums Reinsurance Recovered Refund on Reinsurance Premiums Royalties & Minerals Increase in Bonds by Accrual Office Rent Application Fee Total Income

$424,928.32 622.13 546.00 42.92 28,613.80 5,270.61 3,789.42 10,936.44 3,341,683.71 29,319.10 1,089.958.62 58,779.90 60,300.68 2,775,571.83 3,217,476.73 35,745.00 924.75 137,291.60 156,893.78 72,000.00 97,872.45 $11,548,567.79 $52,510,145.56

DISBURSEMENTS: DEATH BENEFITS Death Claims Death Claims to Minors Death Claims to Minors Interest Double Indemnity

LODGE & MEMBER BENEFITS: UL Surrenders Flex Annuities Withdrawal Annuities Matured Endowments 8%® Refund to Lodges for 1985 Premium Refund to Members UL Surrender Charges Surrender Values District Youth Allocation District Allocation Museum Operation Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Youth Activities Bonus Convention ADMINISTRATIVE & OTHER EXPENSES: Bond Expense Decrease in Bonds by Accrual Reinsurance RMO Taxes Home Office Expense-Util., Ins., Taxes, Salaries & Etc. Actuary Advertising-Promotional Appraisal Expense Adjustment of Book Value of Home Office Escrow-Statue of Liberty Travel-State Youth Director Commissions-UL Adjustment of Book Value EDP Equipment (Hardware) Adjustment of Book Value EDP Equipment (Software) Commissions-Annuities Commissions-Sales Rep.-Adult Commissions-Sales Rep.-Renewal Research and Development State Exam Contributions Society Automobiles Expense District Youth Counselors Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Depreciation-Furn.-Office Equip.

Liability Insurance Legal Service Medical Exams Non-Medical Membership Dues Office Maintenance Office Rent Committee Meetings Organizational Expense Postage Salaries Office Supplies Supreme Lodge Meeting Taxes-FICA, FUTA & TEC Telephone Travel, Officers & Directors Travel, State Field Managers Travel, Editor

ASSETS: Preferred Stock EDP Equipment (Hardware) EDP Equipment (Software) Cash Cash Convenience Account, A.G. Edwards-Rotan Mosle Bonds Certificate of Deposit Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock Home Office Building Furniture & Office Equip.

Total Assets Assets 1-01-1987 Assets 1-01-1986 Gain in Assets

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$817,243.56 2,651.36 324.63 10,000.00 '830,219.55

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'1,125.67 24,815.98 52,486.04 6,015.02 58,192.95 44,601.85 22,998.41 40,971.88 25,792.91 4,488.05 813.88 184,631.51 13,557.19 5,278.44 117,722.97 85,058.43 42,180.78 44,371.40 4,592.14 60,350.14 10,591.80 15,589.96 44,411.47 70,089.40 38,358.27 29,284.00 2,730.68 10,239.45 815.70 4,602.81 37,737.11 72,000.00 4,369.80 51,948.50 35,468.45 643,789.32 37,440.29 17,178.51 48,112.02 35,299.72 11,509.53 4,016.11 398.35 $2,066,026.89 $5,211,024.46

398,743.12 13,251,448.60 622,052.52 29,590,030.69 1,215,832.33 510,454.18 976,053.86 162,830.59 '47,299,121.10 $47,299,121.10 $40,961,577.77 $ 6,337,543.33 // CT IIV

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$5,211,024.46 '47,299,121.10

$380,705.00 54,228.77 21,113.76 115,627.68

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ILLIE KOHUTEK, DISTR CT II

Submitted at Temple, Texas January 5, 1987

4,798.22 102,606.93 37,191.13 127,483.30 189,598.88 649,144.28 622.13 1,023,646.15 37,995.63 3,150.00 308.01 55,402.67 40,000.00 39,653.70 3,168.49 8.50 '2,314,778.02

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Wednesday, January 21, 1987—VESTNIK /7

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO SP ST IRA OWNERS

Doris Tyroch Marks 20 Years At Home Office

A change in the Law requires that IRA Contributions must be identified as to the year for which a Deposit is to be applied.

This is most important during the period, January 1 through April 15, 1987 when IRA Contributions can be applied to the previous year (1986), or the current year (1987).

This change to properly report IRA Contributions is mandated

by IRS to verify the transaction through IRS Form 5498 filed by SPJST and the Individual Income Tax Form 1040 Filing Return.

Please make certain that when IRA Contributions are forwarded, that it is clearly noted on the check, or application for what particular year the deposit is to be applied.

IF YOU DO NOT DESIGNATE WHAT YEAR YOUR IRA CONTRIBUTION IS FOR, WE WILL ASSUME IT IS FOR THE YEAR RECEIVED (1987).

SPJST Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas Temple, TX 76503

P.O. Box 100

AC (817) 773-1575

Tarok Tournament

Doris Tyroch was honored by the Supreme Lodge at its January meeting for her dedicated and loyal service to the SPJST. Ms. Tyroch was hired by then Vice President Joe B. Hejny on December 1, 1966. She has worked in the Insurance Department her whole tenure with SPJST. Director Thelma Hrncir presented Doris with a white carnation corsage, Vice President Bernie Gebala presented her a cash gift and Chairman

SPJST

of the Board Sid Pokladnik gave her a plaque on behalf of the SPJST. Ms. Tyroch said she was proud of her twenty years association with the SPJST and she has seen it progress rapidly.

The SPJST is fortunate to have employees of the caliber of Doris Tyroch working at the Home Office.

(Submitted by SL Vice President Bernard Gebala) —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwwood

March 7, 1987

Straight Tournament March 28, 1987

"42" Tournament April 11, 1987

From The President's Office

From The Vice President's Office Newly - installed officers of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Seated, L to R: Youth Leader Willie Mae Schuetz, 1st Assistant Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka, Flag Bearer/Guide Shirley Dobecka, Reporter Ruth Krizan. Standing, L to R: Installing Officer Jerry Mikulas [Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary], President Johnnie Krizan, Secretary Barbara Jean Hykel, Treasurer Karen Kroll, Financial Secretary George Straten, and Vice President Robert Dobecka. Not pictured: 2nd Assistant YL Rose Uptmor.

The film "Czechs Within a Texas Checkerboard," produced by SPJST and KNCT TV, will air on PBS/KNCT Channel 46 on the following dates: February 16th, 9:00 p.m.

February 27th, 9:30 p.m.

CABLE SYSTEMS CARRYING KNCT-47---"'""" 6 Temple 6 Belton 3 12.

Gatesville 4 Goldthwaite 6 Lampasas San Saba 13 Cameron Fort Hood Lometa Lorena

Salado Moody Hearne Killeen Copperas Cove Harker Heights Nolanvilie Waco (UHF 34J

Fraternally, Howard Leshikar President —SPJST-

Mary Helen Matula Mary Helen Matula has recently been appointed as a sales representative for Lodge No. 4 in Hallettsville, Texas. Mrs. Mattila has been trained in helping you or your family with your insurance needs. If you live in the Hallettsville area, give her a call at AC 512 - 798 - 3792 and she will be happy to be of assistance to you.

Bernard M. Gebala Vice President —SPJST-

Also attending installation of officers of Lodge 6, Cottonwood were Chairman of the Board and District III Director Sid Pokladnik [center] with elected Lodge 6 President Johnnie Krizan [left] and Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas.[Photos by SL F/S Jerry Mikulas]

8/VESTMK—Wednesda y, January 21, 1987

Attention District IV Members!!!

The date of the 1987 District IV meeting has been changed to April 12th. Lodge 160, San Angelo, will be the host lodge at the Wall Fire Hall from 1 to 5 p.m. More details later.

Please make a note of this change.

Fraternally, Diana Pelzel Distrit IV Secretary

—SPJSTAttention

District VI Members!!!

The District VI meeting will be held on Sunday, April 5, 1987 at the Victoria Community Center Annex at 1 p.m. Lodges No. 32, Victoria; No. 97, Placedo; No. 143, Inez; and No. 153, La Salle, will host the meeting.

Fraternally, Katherine Wokaty

—SPJST-

Lodge

13, Dime Box Meeting

Dear Members and Friends: I want to take this time to wish each of you a very happy and prosperous New Year. May all the things you wished for come true.

I promised I would try and be a better reporter this year but have already started to slide. Someone might have to give me a boost at times.

Writing is definitely not one of my favorite pastimes.

We had an election of officers in November. Brother Clint Luksa came to our December meeting to install everyone into office. We thank Brother Clint for taking his time to do this.

The officers were elected as follows: President -- Sister Mildred Horak Vice President -- Brother Ricky Ford Secretary -- Sister Dorothy Rackel Treasurer -- Sister Mary Dailey Sister -Secretary Financial Magdeline Iselt Other elected members of the Board of Trustees are Sister Alene Cottrell, Sister Lee Flippin, Brother Arnold Tydlacka, Sister Lucille Leitko, Sister Monica Spacek, Sister Virginia Hervey, Brother Darrell Iselt and Sister Doris Ford.

Sister Doris Ford was elected our youth leader, Sister Nellene Spacek, reporter and Sister Susan Spacek, flag bearer.

Elected to serve on the Entertainment Committee are Brother Arnold Tydlacka and Sister Monica Spacek.

Resolution Committee -- Sister Mary Kubena, Sister Emma Ovcarzek and Sister Albina Milburn Grievance Committee -- Sister Albina Milburn and Sister Lee Flippin Building Committee -- Brothers Ricky Ford, Irvin Iselt and Werner Jatzlau

I know that everyone will work together to make this year even better than the last.

It was decided to parchase five benches for the outside of the hall; seating space is limited when we have picnics. This might help. We also decided to look into the matter of building an auction stand. The Dime Box Fire Department and St. Joseph's Catholic Church will meet equal expense of this project.

With no further news, I will close this letter with another wish for the best for the new year.

Fraternally, Nellene Spacek Reporter

—SPJSTActivities Set

especially for this time of the year with all of the Christmas parties going on.

Gloria Betak was approved as a new sales representative; good to have you, Gloria!

Two of our members, Brother Rueben Krieg and Brother Ervin Kovar had surgery recently. It's good to see them both at home and hope to see them back on the dance floor. soon.

After Brother Anton Mogonye won the door prize, the meeting was adjourned.

Fraternally, Gilbert J. Kubicek Secy./Reporter

—SPJSTSpecial Attraction

For Coming To Lodge 18 Lodge 17, New Tabor Dear Members: Dear Members: Our regular monthly meeting was held on January 4th at Lodge No. 17, New Tabor.

Bud Petty reported that we had collected $300 for the campaign to "Prevent Child Abuse" at the couples' tournament. At this tournament, the trophies were donated by People's National Bank, Burleson County Savings, Motor Supply, and Halliburton. The winners for this tournament were: 1st Place -- Susan Skrabanek and Donnie Paul 2nd Place -- Melton and Gladys Engleman 3rd Place -- Donna Trcalek and Kenneth Paul 4th Place -- Gladys Hejl and Glen Paul The rest of us had a great time.

On January 24th at 3 p.m., we will hold our members' only "42" Tournament and on January 31st at 3 p.m., we will have our members' only Straight Tournament from which the winners will go to state.

On January 1st the first phase of the Triathelon was held and February 1st, the second "42" will be played following the meeting, also on March 1st Straight dominoes will be played.

In December two resolutions were read for Brother Clarence J. Sefcik and Sister Marie Holubec. We would like to extend our sympathy to the families and friends of these members.

We also had two new members, Andrew S. Arnold, Sam and Frieda Polasek. We would like to say welcome to these new members.

Our next meeting will be held on February 1st.

Fraternally, Lola Vavra, Reporter

—SPJSTLodge 18, Elgin

Meeting Elgin Jan Ziika No. 18 held its monthly meeting on December 16, 1986 with 18 members attending.

President Roy Simank opened the meeting followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes were read by Secretary Gilbert Kubicek. They were approved as read.

We were pleased to have our District II Director Willie E. Kohutek and his wife, Adeline, in attendance. It was also a privilege to have Brother Kohutek install our 1987 officers. We enjoyed having them over and hope to see them again soon!

The next items discussed were the various reports given by the chairpersons of the different committees. All looked favorable,

Please be advised that a special attraction featuring "Moostach Joe" from Fremont, Nebraska is coming to Texas and we are privileged to have him entertain our SPJST members and friends on Friday, February 27, 1987 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Let's give his band a warm Texas welcome!

Fraternally, Leslie Gustafson Vice President

—SPJST-

24, Cyclone Officers Installed

Lodge

Dear Readers: Our January meeting was called to order by President Barbara Macek; all officers were present. The flag bearers led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance and all members continued to stand for a moment of silence for deceased members.

Visitors at our meeting were Willie E. and Adeline Kohutek. We hope both of you can come back real soon.

Brother Kohutek gave a short report on local activities and stressed membership cooperation to keep things going smoothly. He also told Lodge 24 members that they were doing a good job in keeping the hall alive. Brother Kohutek also told us the Supreme Lodge will be selling picnic packs for your barbecues for 10 cents each, lots of 250; you will be able to order these soon.

After his report, Brother Kohutek installed the 1987 officers and Board of Trustees.

Carol Chervenka then read the minutes of the December meeting and read the correspondence.

Monthly reports were given by the committee chairmen.

The members decided to have a barbecue dinner on February 22nd for lunch; tickets will be $3.75 in advance and $4 at the door. There will be more on this later.

Thanks to LaVerne Cabla and Linda Smetanka for donating decorations for New Year's Eve and Louise Zavodny for handling reservations.

President Macek thanked Wilbert and Margaret Mikeska for several years of good work in the kitchen.

Also a thank you is in order to everyone who worked at the Christmas party and New Year's Eve dance.

Birthday celebrants for January are Shirley Waits, Harold Vanicek and Joe Haisler. Happy Birthday to you all!

The youth will have a District II skating party on February 15th, from 5 to 7 p.m. Lodge 24 youth will have an ice cream party before the skating.

Call Rose Harvell or Pauline Marek for more information.

March 22nd will be District II spring meeting held at Lodge 74 at Lovelady, so mark that on your calendar.

Lodge 47 will be having a picnic June 7th, so keep that in mind.

See you at our next meeting on February 11th at 7:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Arleen Tschoerner Reporter

—SPJST-

Lodge

35, Elk January Meeting

Dear Readers: To begin reporting for this year, I would like, first, to wish each of you a healthy and prosperous coming year.

Our meeting of January 11th was called to order by President Henry Breitkreutz. All officers were present.

The pledge to the flag was led by youth members Jana Breitkreutz and Jesika Tierce.

Secretary Rosemary Banik read the November and December minutes, which were approved. She also gave the treasurer's report.

Youth Leader Louise Burney reported that there were 13 members present at their youth meeting. Their plans are to have a Valentine party, a visit to the nursing home, with Valentines and cookies. And that a cake walk is also planned.

Those having birthdays in December were Tommy and Timmy Pavelka, Brian Tierce and Summer Smith; and January birthdays are Helen Pospisil, George Blahuta, Adolf Beralek, Joe Tepe and Randice Pavelka. Rudolph Zalman also has a birthday in January even though he was not present at the meeting. We want to wish you a happy birthday and a good and healthy coming year.

Two members were reported not feeling well; namely, Charles Pavelka and Vernon Dulock. We hope that both of you are feeling better soon.

New members accepted are Janie Lyn Bordovsky, Kristi Ann Bordovsky, Charles Donald Easter and Jamie Ryan Williams.

Appointed to the Sunshine Committee are Ruby Pavelka, Velma Clemons and Edna Tepe.

Special Entertainment Committee consists of Louise Burney, Rosemary Banik and Barbara Pavelka.

Resolution Committee -- Elizabeth Kubitza, Rosemary and Albert Banik Grievance Committee -- Albert Banik, Richard Burney, Vernon Wood, Ernest Banik and Fred Kubitza Building Chairman Ernest Clemons reported on the repairs and improvements made to our hall.

Secretary Rosemary Banik gave a detailed trustee report.

Auditor Vernon Wood reported that the lodge books had been audited and found in good order.

Albert Banik reported to fellow members that at present we have 409 active members and 351 paidup members.

With no further business, our meeting was adjourned. Even though I had to leave early due to another commitment, I'm sure all enjoyed the fried chicken supper that followed.

Fraternally, Rosie Wood, Reporter

—SPJST-

RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE:

INTEREST

9% annualized effective through 7-31-87

Wednesday, January 21, 1987—VESTNIK/9

Lodge 39, Bryan Changes Meeting Time Dear Members: The lodge has changed its meeting time for our monthly meetings scheduled for every second Sunday, from 3 to 2 p.m.

Remember, our next meeting will be held on Sunday, February 8th beginning at 2 p.m.

Fraternally, Lydia Peschel ---S P JST--

Lodge 54, West Final Quarterly Meeting Of 1986 Here we are well into a new year. I suppose everyone has made their New Year's resolutions and intends to carry them out. I didn't make any this year because 1 haven't managed to carry mine out for the last couple of years.

We have been blessed with some nice weather this January, it is always a welcome sight to see the sun shining.

The final quarterly meeting of 1986 was called to order by President Tea Kocian at 1 p.m. on December 7, 1986.

Everyone stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag, led by Justin and Brandon Kaluza. Everyone remained standing for a few moments of silence for our departed Brothers Ernest Tobola, Sr., who died on October 3, 1986; and Frank Hlavaty, who died on October 31, 1986 and for all other members who departed during this year.

Minutes of the September meeting were read by Secretary Anne Emery, they were approved as read.

A roll call of officers, conducted by President Kocian, revealed all to be present.

Items of correspondence read by Secretary Emery included a thank you letter from float coordinator, Sister Henrietta Cervenka, for the money she received toward expenses incurred in the building of the SPJST floats which were entered in the past three Westfest Parades.

Sister Maxine Sefcik reported that there were two new annuity policies purchased. Brother John J. Mynar was the sales representative who handled these two applicants. There were 9 paidup policies, 2 deaths, 1 surrender and 1 cancellation for the past quarter.

The total of active members is 393 and 306 paidup. Sister Sefcik also commended the sales representatives for their work and asked them to continue in the new year because this helps our lodge bring in more revenue and increases the number of lodge delegates' representation.

The financial secretary's report was also approved.

Treasurer Freddie Kaluza gave reports on the hall account and the insurance account. These were approved as read. A motion was made and seconded to consolidate both accounts; this passed.

Vice President John Emery reported on the changes to the Rules and Regulations. These were approved as read. A motion was made and seconded that each member be asked to pay $1.80 annual dues. This fee is now included in the billing for the active lodge members, however, it will not be when our lodge gets on direct billing. The paidup members are not being sent a bill for this, but are asked to pay this small amount also annually

to the lodge and mail to: Financial Secretary Maxine Sefcik, P.O. Box 85, West, Texas 76691 Sister Maxine Sefcik thanked the Sokol group for allowing us to host the PODLUZAN group in the Lone Star Hall. Breakfast was served to the group and they were very impressed with the kindness and friendship shown them while they visited this area.

Sister Beanie Kacir reported that the Audit Committee met and found all records to be in order for the year.

Vice President John Emery led the election of officers for 1987. The following were elected: President -- Ted Kocian Vice President -- John Emery Secretary/English Reporter -- Anne Emery Treasurer -- Freddie Kaluza Financial Secretary -- Maxine Sefcik Czech Reporter -- Jan Vaculik The following committees were appointed: Audit -- Beanie Kacir, John Mynar, Mona Zahirniak Rules & Regulations -- Rudy Sefcik Freddie Kaluza, John Emery Resolution -- Maxine Sefcik, Jan Vaculik Kitchen -- Lillie Mynar, Eleanor Uptmore, Josephine Kocian Everyone was pleased to hear that Brandon Kaluza is experiencing remission now, even though he is still under treatment. We were very happy to have him at our Christmas social and meeting.

Brandon Kaluza drew for the door prize which was won by Jan Bohuslav Vaculik.

While everyone was enjoying refreshments, Santa Claus made his appearance,much to the delight of the youngsters present. They were given bags of goodies (donated by Sister Maxine Sefcik) and posed for pictures with Santa. A delicious dinner was enjoyed by all present. Our thanks to the Kitchen Committee and to those who brought covered dishes to go along with the main dish which was enjoyed by all present.

Our next meeting will be held on March 1st at 2 p.m. Let us all make an extra effort to attend more meetings in 1987. We need more participation from our lodge brothers and sisters.

Fraternally, Anne Emery Recording Secretary & English Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 74 Meeting

Lovelady

Dear Members: I hope everyone had a happy New Year. Our New Year's Eve celebration was a big success.

We had our first monthly meeting of the new year. The 1987 officers and trustees were installed. They are as follows: President -- Donny McKenney Vice President -- Ricky Flasowski Secretary -- Selena Cryer Treasurer -- Nell Meinen Membership Secretary Jan Salmon Youth Leader -- Sherry McKenney Reporter -- Rhonda Erwin Board of Trustees are: Chairman Billy Bobalik, Win Bradshaw, Ricky Flasowski, Andy Fowler , Chester Shmoldas and James Wilcox.

All reports were given and approved.

In new business President McKenney appointed the following members on committees:

Audit -- Terri Rothrock, Theresa Bobalik, Win Bradshaw Illness & Welfare -- Inez Harris Band -- Theresa Bobalik Bar Chairman -- Billy Bobalik Kitchen Chairman -- Win Bradshaw Grounds Chairman -- Chester Shmoldas Hall Rental Chairman -- Andy Fowler Video/Coke Machine -- Theresa Bobali k We would like to thank our outgoing officers and trustees for a job well done!

The District II spring meeting to be held at our lodge was a big item of discussion, but was left to Youth Leader Sherry McKenney and Trustee Chairman Billy Bobalik for arrangements.

We would like to welcome everyone out to our lodge for Saturday night dances.

We would like to wish you and yours a prosperous New Year.

Fraternally, Rhonda Erwin Reporter —SPJST-

81, Needville To Hold Annual Chili Supper

Lodge

Dear Members: A very delicious dinner of fried chicken, accompanied by various vegetables and pastry, was enjoyed by our Lodge 81 members on Sunday, January 11th at 12:15 p.m., after which we had an hour of visiting with each other.

At 2 p.m., our President Charlie Matcek called the meeting to order. As we stood Annie Horelica led us in the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag. We remained standing for a moment of silence in memory of our departed Brother Mac Fojtik.

All officers answered the roll call.

Their reports were accepted as read.

Secretary Mary Werner read a belated Christmas and New Year greeting card from Ernest Huff, a thank you note from the Rehak family for memorial given in honor of Willie Rehak, from Richmond State School for donation of money, a greeting note from Lydia Sablatura to all members, and a note with donation of money from an anonymous donor. We thank you for your generosity.

Sister Mary Werner had few days of stay in the hospital. She looks great after recuperation. Our best wishes for continuous good health.

Lester Luedke was reported to be on the sick list, also our best wishes for full recovery.

Our next meeting will be on February 8th with another dinner that will be served at 12:15 p.m.; Lodge 81 will furnish the roast and sausage.

Ladies please bring your favorite covered dishes or vegetables and pastry. The meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m.

On Tuesday, February 10th, we will again have our annual chili supper made from our famous SPJST Lodge 81 chili recipe. Coffee and tea will be served with chili, and you can purchase pastry. We are again asking our ladies to please bring your favorite pastries.

Serving will start at 5 p.m.

We also will have our Valentine cake; you may have a chance to win.

Door prizes were drawn by Audie Wright and winners were August Teykl and Eddie Pieper.

We hope everyone had a blessed

Christmas and our best wishes to all for a very happy and healthy new year, 1987.

Fraternally, Vlasta Nowotny Reporter —SPJSTLodge

92, Ft. Worth Meeting

Dear Members and Friends: Well, it's back to the basics with just a trace of memories of holiday frenzy lingering in the background. And so it was on Sunday, January 11th our regular monthly lodge meeting was opened by President Albert Kubala.

All other officers were present and the youth club led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed in memory of departed members Bennie Hundle, Sammie George and Joe Chalopisa.

We were introduced to and welcomed Mr. and Mrs. Don Fester and daughter, Dawn, who became members.

Secretary Christine Zich read thank you notes from some of the recipients of our Christmas contributions -- the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes at Needville and Taylor, and the Supreme Lodge Scholarship Fund. Other gifts not yet acknowledged were to the Star Telegram Goodfellows and the Child Abuse Agency. For our Santa party, the trustees prepared more gift bags than were necessary so Joy Paprskar arranged for the surplus to be given to the Bread Basket Ministries for distribution to homeless and transient people.

Sunshine Committee Member Martha Durham reported sending thirty birthday cards to senior citizen members for November and December. Get well cards were sent to John Motl who was at All Saints Hospital but is now at home and to Elmer Howard who was taken to emergency for treatment of a head injury due to a fall. We learned at the meeting of the death of the mother of Russell Hurdeman and of Joyce Tesar's recent lost of an aunt, Martha K. Peaton. Gifts to the Lodge Memorial Fund were made by Bennie Bartek in remembrance of Bennie Hundle and Sammy George. Dick and Martha Durham contributed in memory of Martha K. Peaton and Al and Alene Kercho also gave in memory of Joyce's aunt.

In the next order of business the membership voted on and approved several new member applications.

Youth Leader Gordon Hubenak gave his report for the last two months and announced that next month the children will be going to a movie; also the group will be sponsoring a Valentine dance on Saturday, February 14th, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. They will operate the kitchen and manage a cake wheel. Since they always depend upon and appreciate the cakes made by the ladies of the lodge and other kind donors, they will, again, declare a cake contest with prizes for the top three cakes.

Another approaching activity of interest is the Taroky Tournament on March 7th. The Domino Contest will be on March 28th and the "42" competition on April 11th. As before, the entry fee is $5 and registration and payment made two weeks prior to the games.

We were informed of two new lucky retirees in our midst; they are Liz Howard and Helen Kubala. Look out shopping malls, or will this spawn two new soap opera addicts?

10/VESTMK—Wednesday, January 21, 1987 The meeting adjourned and everyone enjoyed a delicious supper of ham and limas, broccoli rice and salad prepared by Martha Durham and Raymond Hubenak. Next month's chef is Mary Ann Krivanek.

This January report is our first opportunity to wish everyone a blessed and prosperous New Year.

S bohem, Helen Paprskar

—SPJST-

Lodge

154, Ft. Worth To Meet

Dear Members and Friends: Our meeting Sunday was called to order by president. Brother Jerry Milan. He led us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

He made welcome Brother Frank and Sister Merle Kovar and wished Brother Frank continued good health.

All the reports were approved as read.

Correspondence was read from our SL President Howard Leshikar in reference to the Taroky, Straight and "42" Domino Tournaments. Watch for all the details in, the Vestnik, also from Brother Bernie Gebala on the top sales representatives who will get a free trip to Nashville, Tennessee and we are proud of Sister Mary Renfro who is eligible, and from Brother Jerry Mikulas.

Congratulations were extended to Brother Stephen Zwahr and Sister Patti Gage as our new sales representatives --- Good luck!

Brother Milan extended his thanks to all who helped fill the fruit bags for the Christmas program, one of the best we've had. We had over 300 in attendance. B.J. Cleveland was our Master of Ceremonies and he did a fine job. The program was well received. Sister Carolyn Cleveland and Sister Mary Jean Stoeppelman worked together and did great. Santa had his hands full with giving out so many gifts and then the fruit bags; thank you, Santa. Brother Milan also extended his thanks to all the sisters for all the goodies.

December was a very busy month.

Sister Mary Renfro cooked breakfast for two of the parties and she extends her thanks to all who helped her, also to all who helped New Year's Eve. It was a full house of fun - loving people, and kept everyone busy. Our volunteer workers are the greatest.

The day after Christmas, Brother Jerry and Sister Henrietta Milan flew to Orlando, Florida to visit Emilie Polasek who is 90 years old and very spry and went to her husband's museum in Winter Park, Florida. Her husband Albin Polasek was from Franstat, Czechoslovakia and a well known sculptor. On the 29th, they went to Naples to the Valand Gallery for a party for "Meet the Artist."

Then they flew home in time for New Year's Eve. Sister Deanne Schwabowski flew to Chicago Christmas to have the holidays with her parents and family.

Linda Johnson flew to Minnesota to spend the holidays with her father and sisters. Deanne took some Texas Mistletoe and Holly for the family.

We extend our get well wishes to Brother Henry Banfi of Chicago and to all who are having the flu and whatever it is that's going around.

January 3rd, Trey Steinman arrived home safely. He left here December 19th, his third Christmas tour with the Dorothy Shaw Bell Choir. He was in Australia and New Zealand. He said it was a great experience; he saw a lot and really enjoyed it.

The prize winners at our Christmas party were original oil pinting "Floral" (donated by Sister Hehrietta Milan) valued $450 Ky Cleveland Victoria Ashlea doll (donated by Wishing Well, $200) -- Mary Schumacher of Ennis Silver heart necklace (donated by Sister Evelyn Horak, $85) -- Barbi Kozel Handmade quilt (donated by friend, $75) -- Linda Sweatt Ceramic pewter (by Brother Jerry Milan, $65) -- Trisha O'Conner Fitness bag (by friend, $50) -- Sister Patti Page of Decateur Sokol jacket (by Sokol Ft. Worth, $40) -- L. Moravec of Axtell Gym bag (Sokol Ft. Worth) -- Ann Delp Harvey Edwards poster (by Sister Ella and Parker Davis, $20) -- Leslie Schiefelbein Wooden reindeer (by Sister Maria Prill, $25) -- Jack Dougherty Handmade crocheted white dog (by Alice Allman, $10) -- Cindy Langworthy Thanks to all for your donations!

We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Sister Betty (Svitak) Jordan and family on the loss of her son - in - law,Robert Allen, age 33. May he rest in peace.

We will have a country/western dance on Saturday, January 31st, with Danny Steagall, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Sister Mary Hale was our door prize winner.

Preceding our meeting, a large group of us went to the Pit and had a delicious Czech dinner by Sister Martha Janca. She will be serving Czech dinners every Sunday.

Our meeting adjourned to a lot of goodies (which we didn't need) and domino games which are always enjoyed.

Our next meeting will be Sunday, February 8th at 3 p.m.

Happy Birthday to all our February celebrants and may you have many more.

So until --- Keep Smiling!

Fraternally, Mary Pavey —SP JST —

News From Lodge Rozkvet 172, Pasadena Dear Members: After a very successful 1986, Lodge Pasadena No. 172, is looking for a better 1987. The officers for this year will remain the same, except for one change --- Mike Tanecka has been elected financial secretary and a thank you to Sister Dee Thomas who held this post in 1986.

Lodge 172 and the Grand Ballroom hosted one of the largest crowds for our New Year's Eve dance. The Texas Brew Band was a very good drawing card and I want to thank the many active lodge members who helped that night and morning. Lots of blackeyed peas, sausage and cornbread were passed out after midnight. This band will appear at our dances each month in 1987.

We will have a special Friday dance on January 23rd from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. A very BIG BAND from MINNESOTA will play ballroom music; the SAMMY JENSEN ORCHESTRA is the NO. 1 dance band in the Midwest and we will look forward to their music.

Any member who is interested in serving with the Dance Committee for one or two dances in 1987, please

contact Bobbye Johnson at 487 - 3297.

Also, Vicki Dressler would like members to assist in the bar and kitchen.

We would like to wish the best of health to one of four members who has been in MD Anderson Hospital. Please mail get well cards to Doug Wiley and pray for his recovery. Our heartfelt sympathy to our member Alan Stokes on the death of his mother this past weekend. We want to wish Walter Isbell a speedy recovery from a stroke.

He is at Bayshore Hospital in Pasadena. Also on the sick list are Margie Hrabina and Wink Appelt.

The flu bug has many of our members sidelined. Hope to see everyone, soon!

I would like to call attention to all SPJST members in District V of an Art Exhibit by Jaroslav Belik at the George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview, Richmond, Texas. The days are January 18th through January 31st (Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.) The beautiful huge library just recently opened and Jaroslav Bilek from Czechoslovakia moved to Rosenberg about 15 months ago. Kinetic is a new art for America but is very popular in Europe and other countries. A very interesting exhibition and special days will be: Wednesday, January 21st and Saturday, January 31st; there is no charge for admission.

This year we are making plans for our first Gulf Coast Czech Festival.

This is scheduled for November 8th, so watch for our announcements later this year. We hope to have several popular polka/waltz bands, dancers and singers.

Please attend our monthly meetings.

Our next meeting will be Wednesday, January 28th at 7:30 p.m., 3609 Preston, at Lodge 172, Pasadena ("The friendlist lodge in the state!")

Always fraternally, Jerry Dressler

—SPJST-

176, Houston Northwest

Lodge

Lodge No. 176 Christmas party was held on December 6, 1986 at the Comfort Inn. A short business meeting was held, followed by an election of new officers. It was decided, at that time, that the 1986 officers would remain for the 1987 term.

We will have a meeting on January 26, 1987 at 7 p.m. at the home of D.A. Hutto, 1014 Red Haw. For information on how to get there, call 497 - 2233.

The dates of our quarterly meetings for 1987 are as follows: Spring -- April 27, 1987 Fall -- September 28, 1987 Christmas -- December 11, 1987 Fraternally, Dona Rigby

—SPJSTHappy New Year

From Lodge 183, Mid-Cities The party is over and a new year begins along with the traffic problems.

There was a traffic jam the other day and the inevitable horn - tooter was blasting away. Then a young woman in the car next to his leaned out and inquired sweetly, "What else did you get for Christmas?"

It's time to make New Year's resolutions. Why not make one of

yours --- be to help make Lodge 183 the best lodge in Texas!

The new officers take over and a leaf is turned over.

As a last duty in 1986 for the lodge, Past President Daniel Roznovsky and Past Treasurer Inez Greenlees signed a new loan for the building with reduced interest and reduced payments; also in the last quarter of 1986, the officers and active members worked hard to cut expenses and, in this way, will lessen the burden on all members and help the lodge become a big success.

I would like to give the Bar Manager John Pustejovsky a big hand because he has really worked hard to make the bar pay off in profits. He and Jeane Roznos have been the purchasing agents for the hall, kitchen and the necessary merchandise needed to run the bar and kitchen, also the cleaning to keep the place looking nice. Hall rentals for November and December were good which was a big help for the hall; just keep up the good work, John and Jeane! We need more members or some of your friends to rent the hall and have a ball, and leave the cleaning to someone else. The few of our members who are working so hard to keep things goin g can sum it all up in one word, "HELP". We just need more members to help make things a little simpler!

The Strawn family wishes to thank all Lodge 183 members who helped make their Christmas a little bit better.

Herbert and Cathy Strawn and their two sons lost all of their belongings in a house fire early in December, including Christmas presents and clothing for their unborn third child.

The third son, a 10 - pound and 4 ounce boy, was born after the fire.

Lodge 183 members donated cash, food, clothing, and toys for the children which added up to approximately $350 in merchandise and $50 in cash. The Strawn family really was happy and said that, "It's unbelievable, the generosity of everybody. The fire took everything away, and now strangers were helping them get it back." They also said they would be more generous and have more feelings to other people. They now have rented a two - bedroom apartment and moved in January 1st.

The Entertainment Committee is planning another dance for January 31st. I will give you more details in my next newsletter. Come and bring all your friends. The lodge needs YOU to help keep things going; just knowing that you care will make it a lot easier for your officers to carry on the work of running the lodge.

So long for now and keep smiling because, if you smile, the whole world smiles with you!

Fraternally, Norman Kneschk Reporter

—SPJSTSPJST

MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES

Home or Farm Mortages: 8 3/4% for 10 years 9 1/4% for 11 to 15 years 9 1/2% for 16 to 20 years

Commercial Mortages: 9 3/4% for 10 years 10 1/4% for 11 to 15 years No Points or Origination Fee

Wednesday, January 21, 1987—'VESTWX/11

Lodge 186 Christmas Party, December 21st

midnight, everyone had the traditional blackeyed peas and cornbread.

Everything was a delight that night.

Our new officers of East Texas Lodge 191 for the year 1987 were installed and are: President -- Jerry and Gloria Sizemore 1st Vice President -- Frank and Dolores Juarez 2nd Vice President -- Gary and Helen Boyd Secretary -- Ed and Linda Mount Treasurer -- Rock and Lori Lamb Reporter -- Joel and Seale Towers Our hosts for January 1987 activities are: John and Helen Anderson -(January 3 - Pine Square Dance) (January 10 - Country Western Dance with The Texas Gold Band) (January 17 - Country Western Dance with Bill Wesley) January 24 -- Country Western Dance with The Rolling River Band, 8 p.m.

The hosts for February 1987 will be Joel and Seale Towers.

A reminder to all members: Regular and social dues are due on January 1, 1987. Please pay at the lodge or send to SPJST, Route 2, Box 1695, Lufkin, Texas 75901.

I'll see if I can keep the gossip column going more regularly.

See you next time!

DON'T FORGET TO BUCKLE UP! Fraternally, Joel Towers Reporter

—SPJST-

Meeting Notice

CESAT

Our Christmas turned into a thank you party to our lodge members. We have had a very good year and our lodge hall has been renovated. Bingo has enabled us to meet the expenses to do this. Our thank you was to our lodge members who work bingo on an annual basis strictly as volunteers.

Because of the Supreme Lodge's assistance via Bernie Gebala, we were able to order and pay for SPJST jackets for all our workers. The list of workers is too trememdous to mention, so I am enclosing a photo courtesy of Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and Lodge 186 Member Tracie Wine.

The next item in importance of business was to elect officers and trustees for the year 1987. When electing your officers and trustees for the coming year, one has to look toward good leaders, congeniality, business experience, etc. I think we did an excellent job. We have: President -- O.T. Wine 1st Vice President -- Clint J. Luksa 2nd Vice President -- Buck Bartell Secretary -- Vicky Wine Treasurer -- Dennis Gloyna Youth Leader -- Randy Gass Assistant YL -- Jenny Hamm We were delighted to have as our special guests, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Leshikar and their family. Thank you so much for being there. this time we would, especially, like to thank Martha and Ben Trcalek.

Ben is our District I director and that is

exactly what he is. Ben and also Martha are always there not only for the important decisions but all the small ones, too.

Last, but not least, actually the most important are our trustees: Our trustees are our main controlling body.

Our officers have to answer to our trustees, but our trustees have to answer to our lodge members, the people of our fraternal insurance organization. Their insurance protection is why SPJST was organized in 1897.

And now our trustees for the year 1987 are Ervin Moore, Thomas Cannon, Frank Dragac and Wilton Chaloupka.

Fraternally, Faye Gail —SP JST —

East Texas Lodge 191 A big Happy New Year to all you folks! I haven't forgotten you but I have sure neglected you, and I apologize.

So many things have happened since my last Vestnik article that I haven't kept up with everything but I can sure tell all that we have had a lot of fun dances and times and our lodge keeps improving in looks and in attendance.

We had our New Year's Eve dance and we had a full house. The Rolling River Band played for us and they sure did a good job. Everyone danced to and enjoyed their music all night. At

There will be a meeting of the Executive Committee of the Czech Ex Students Association of Texas (CESAT) on Saturday morning, January 31, 1987, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.

The meeting will be held at the RVOS State Headquarters Building which is located at 2301 South 37th Street at Scott Blvd. in Temple. This is due West of Scott and White Hospital but is best approached from the South Loop, or along Scott Blvd. from the West.

Brother Glenn Hutka, RVOS president, has advised that he will have the building open at 9:30 a.m., and we will try to get the meeting underway promptly at 10 a.m.

Since this is the first Executive Committee meeting following our annual meeting, all new and retiring officers and committee members are invited and urged to attend the meeting. CESAT members and visitors will be welcome to attend.

There will be a short Texas Council of Higher Education (TCHE - Matice) meeting following the CESAT meeting.

Fraternally, Calvin C. Chervenka President of CESAT

—SPJST-

RATE FOR ANNUITIES

INTEREST

8% annualized For period from Feb. 1, 1987 through April 30, 1987

CEFT To Meet In Temple To: Officers & Directors of CEFT The next meeting of Board of Directors of the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas will be held on Saturday afternoon, January 31, 1987, at 2 o'clock in the RVOS Headquarters Building, 2301 South 37th Street in Temple.

All officers and directors are urged to attend.

Fraternally, Marvin Marek, Secretary —SP JST----

Letter To The Editor Victoria, Texas Dear Mr. Sefcik: In reference to the report published in the December 24, 1986 Vestnik on the Czech Heritage Society Meeting/Genealogy Workshop -- I omitted a paragraph as follows: Dr. Ben A. Merrick of Dallas spoke on the topic "Brethren Obituaries."

His sister, Stacy Labaj, had collected the obituaries over the years and he now has them in a book. Some of her work is on display at the "Institute of Texan Cultures" in San Antonio.

Also, some of her pictures are in the book "Krasna Amerika" written by Clinton Machann and James Mendl.

I also misspelled the name of Mrs. Geraldine Heisch in the same report.

My apologies.

Fraternally, Katherine Wokaty

—SPJST-

Bulletin Board Tarok Tournament March 7, 1987

Straight Tournament March 28, 1987

"42" Tournament April 11, 1987 —SPJSTDISTRICT I The District I meeting will be held on Sunday, April 5, 1987 at 2 p.m. in Caldwell with Lodge 186 as host. *** DISTRICT II The District II spring meeting will be held on Sunday, March 22, 1987. The host Lodge No. 74 at Lovelady invites all District II members to visit with them in East Texas. *** DISTRICT IV [Change of Date] The date of the 1987 District IV meeting has been changed to April 12, 1987. Lodge 160, San Angelo, will be the host lodge at the Wall Fire Hall from 1 to 5 p.m. More details later. ***

12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 21, 1987 DISTRICT VI The District VI meeting will be held on Sunday, April 5, 1987 at the Victoria Community Center Annex at 1 p.m. Lodges Victoria No. 32, Placedo No. 97, Inez No. 143, and La Salle No. 153, will host the meeting. *** DISTRICT VII The District VII spring meeting will be held on Sunday, April 26, 1987 with SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi hosting the meeting at 5502 Kostoryz, Corpus Christi. (Details later) —SPJST-

Youth Section Youth Department Calendar YOUTH LEADERS' RETREAT February 20 - 22 Camp Lone Star It**

LONGHORN RECREATION LAB (LRL) March 16 - 20 Brownwood 4-H Center ***

LEADERS-IN-TRAINING RETREAT (LIT) April 3-5 Camp Val Verde

STATE YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT DAY (STATE YAD) August 16 -- Temple High School ***

DISTRICT TRAINING March 21 April 14 March 29 April 25 April 12 April 11 March 7

District I District H District III District IV District V District VI District VII ***

DISTRICT YAD August 2 July 12 June 28 June 20 June 14 August 9 July 26

District 1 District 11 District III District I V District V District VI District VII

District VI -- July 17 - July 20, Wagon Wheel, Caldwell District VII -- June 22 - 25, Shawandosse, Corpus Christi —SPJST-

The District Youth Counselor

From

District II 1987 Activities Here is late wishes to all for a happy, prosperous and healthy 1987.

The time seems to go by so quickly when you stay so busy that you don't realize just where it went.

The youth activities for spring and summer will soon be under way, especially, for all leaders and their assistants, so it is time to set all the dates so we can plan our busy schedule to be available when these dates arrive.

The first District II activity will be our Valentine skating party which will be February 15th at Skate Haven in Temple beginning at 5 p.m. Prizes will be awarded and, just as other sweepstakes, there will be a bonus for the winners if you are wearing red or have a red Valentine heart pinned or sewn on your clothing, so don't forget your Valentine heart to be qualified.

You may bring a friend, but please ask your friend to join our SPJST and your youth club.

The next date is the Youth Leaders' Retreat at Camp Lone Star in La Grange on February 21st and February 22nd.

Then on . March 16th to 20th, Longhorn Lab will be held at the Brown wood 4 - H Center and a couple of leaders from each district may attend. If interested, please call me.

On March 22nd our District II spring meeting will be held at Lodge 74, Lovelady. Please plan on attending this meeting at our East Texas lodge; plan a trip to East Texas! Plans for this meeting are not yet final, but the district officers are trying to have one or two buses available to get you there; a full schedule of the meeting will be published in a couple of weeks.

Then on April 4th and 5th, the LITs (Leaders - in - Training) Retreat will be held at Camp Val Verde. On April 14th, the District II Leaders' Workshop will be held.

The District II YAD will be held on July 12th (place not final, yet).

Camp dates for District II will be July 27th through August 2nd at this time so you can attend.

The State YAD will be August 16th at Temple High School and our District II fall meeting will take place on September 13th. Details on each activity will be published at a later date.

Please make note of these dates and plan to enjoy these activities with us.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky District II YC —SPJST-

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CAMP District -- July 20, 2 p.m. through 10 a.m. July 23, Val Verde, McGregor District 11 -- July 27 - August 2, Val Verde, McGregor District Ill -- July 23 - July 26, Val Verde, McGregor District IV -- July 20 - July 23, Val Verde, McGregor District V -- July 13 - July 16, Wagon Wheel, Caldwell

Pledge Of Allegian.:e The

"I pledge Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to he Republic for which it stands. One Nation under Cod, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all."

From The Youth Leaders Activities Of Cottonwood Lodge 6 Youth Club Dear Readers, The youth club held its meeting on January 4, 1987 at 2:30 p.m. with a fair attendance.

The club donated cakes to the West Rest Haven and some of us visited with the residents. They always enjoy visitors.

On January 11th, the youngsters and parents went bowling to TSTI Campus Lanes; after bowling we all went out to eat. Everyone enjoyed it and had a good time.

Friday, January 9th, the club worked on craft and they made snowmen from coffee cans and cotton that turned out real nice.

January 2nd their activity was

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working with pin craft, also left time for a social and played games.

On February 13th, the clubbers will have their Valentine party and we will have a contest plus games.

As a club project, the youth members will make cookies for VA Hospital in Waco.

Youth Club Members: Be thinking about making your crafts and be thinking about talent for District YAD. We were glad to have Brother Jerry Mikulas and Brother Sid Pokladnik at our Lodge 6 meeting. Come back, again!

Birthday celebrant for January was Craig Hromadka. Celia Dobecka brought the cake. Bradley Kroll will bring the cake for February.

Fraternally, Willie Mae Schuetz Youth Leader —SPJST-

From The Youth

Cyclone youth are caroling at a nursing home in Temple on December 7, 1986.

Here are some of the youth from Cyclone I odge presenting a skit for the residents at the nursing home in Temple.

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Meeting Dear Readers, The January meeting of Lodge No. 24, Cyclone Youth Club was held on January 7, 1987 at 7:30 p.m.

Our meeting was called to order by President Christy Marek. Chris McNeill and Bradley Marek led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Secretary Kim Schneider called the roll. Present were twenty - two members and one adult, Mrs. Nancy Posvar.

Then the minutes were read.

Treasurer Janet Marek gave her report.

All attending members really had a fun - time at the movies and pizza party on December 29, 1986.

Under new business, a discussion was held concerning a Valentine party.

Our youth leaders will decide on the time and place and will let the members know.

We also discussed the mother lodge barbecue which will be held on Sunday, February 22nd. Tickets can be

purchased from members of the mother lodge. The youth will need to let the youth leaders know if they will be available to help that day. The youth club will probably either have a dessert booth or a fund - raising project on this occasion.

The District II skating party is just around the corner. An unsure date is Sunday, February 15th from 5 to 7 p.m.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Birthday in January is for Harold Vanicek, Jr. (January 16th). Happy Birthday!

Door prizes were won by Janet Macek and Michael Harvell.

The next meeting will be February 11th at 7:30 p.m.

Happy Valentine's Day to all!

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny (14) Reporter (1-14-87) —SPJST-

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21. ledna 1987

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Oddil Dopisovatelu Tak Vgelicos Anezka Houdkova MinulY tYden po novern roku nase mesto melo velice gpatnou uddlost ktera mohla lehce huie dopadnout.

Toti2 to se stalo na na gem letisti kde bylo mnoho lidi kteri eekali na letadlo aby je vzalo dome po svatcich. Lidi stali v dlouhe fade a chteli si opatfit listky, a najednou se pfihnal mu2 ktery vnikl nasilne do lady a chyd maleho 10 ti leteho hocha za krk a tahl ho prye, kde vytahl pistol a kfieel, 2e on chce povoleni odjet do toho Egypta na letadle a jestli mu to povoleni nedaji, 2e on hocha zastieli. Asi si domyslit jak se citili rodiee toho hocha a ostatni lidi zase si mysleli, 2e je to tieba terorista a zaene stiflet jako tomu bylo v Evrope a 2e zabije jich kolik. On ten Arab ze Syrie poidd kiicel, ze on to nechce bYt a 2e musi dostat letadlo a pojede dome. Ofednici leti gte se koneene umluvili, 2e kdy ten Novel( neumi mluvit moc anglicky a 'dist neumi, tak 2e mu spravi falegnou listinu a 2e moina pfestane vyhro2ovat. Tak mu dali listinu falegnou a on hocha pustil a dal pistol Policiste jej obklopili a tak koneene po celYch 8 hodin co on mel pistol u hlavy hocha, byl konec. Co vg ichni zabili a nejvice ti rodiee, kteii se stehovali z Floridy do Arizony a bali se o synka sveho. Celt' Dallas byl timto pogetilYm mu2em tak zastra geni a kaidY si oddechl. On je asi dosti trefenY na rozum a te2 nemluvil pravdu kdy2 fekl, 2e se dostal do Ameriky tajne na lodi. Jeho rodiee pry bYvaji ye Ft. Worth a opravdu se stydi za nej. Co vge se nestane? Nyni je ve vezeni pod zarukou 750 tisic a mute dostat celo2ivotni vazbu ye vezeni-- tak co mu to pomohlo neco takoveho provest? Je to hrozne co se ted deje, vidyt to tak nikdy nebYvalo. Jak to bude pozdeji?

Poidd tliady varuji stark vdovy aby byly opatrne a nedaly se o gidit nejakYm darebakem o svoje penize, ale je to marne, easto se to pfihodi, 2e piece je nektera o gizend o hodne penez. Zde v Dallasu zase jedna 50 ti leta lena, ktera a'Z do nedavna pracovala pro olejovou spoleenost a mela penize ale byla tak neopatrna a dala ttem muitim svYch 33 tisic dolarO a oni ji slibili, 2e ji jeji penize dvojnasobi a pak se ztratili a u2 asi je neuvidi a ty penize teprve ne. Oni ji vozili do restaurantu na jidla, a tak dlouho ji "mazali med" a2 to koneene gpatne dopadlo kdy2 jim dala sve tispory. Mela pry celkem 80 tisic na hotovosti a oni chodili bezvadne obleeeni, same diamantove prsteny, meli gofera a v ge ukazovalo, 2e jsou z bohateho obchodu Nevim proe jsou nektere ty 2eny tak neopatrne a daji se ogidit darebakam a policiste budou po nich patrat ale nemysli, 2e tispory jeji se uz najdou. Je to opravdu pak smutne-- proto necht' je ka2da opatrna a dal od tech zlodejti!

Zdej gi Republic banka oznamila, 2e 26 zdej gich organizacich pry obdr21 pies 400 tisic dolarft z jejich dobroeinneho fondu, jen2 bylo sebrano jejimi zamestnanci aby se

pou2ily pro dobro lidstva kde bude potieba. Jiste to je peknY skutek ktery pomuie mnohYm potiebnYm. Nove zvolenY govern& Clements 112 nyni propustil asi 60 zamestnancil byvaleho guvernera White, 2e pry se bude muset getfit v gude. Jeho termin jako guverner zaene a2 20. ledna ale on u2 si pospigil a propustil je. Budeme tedy videt, jestli zaene opravdu getfit, anebo to budou jen prazdne slova jak to obyeejne bYva. Ve Ft. Worth minulY tYden jistY yYpomocnY mana2er grocerniho obchodu byl unesen a pak darebaci jej pfidelali ke stromu dokud jeho spoludelnici nepiivezli vYkupne a varovali ho, 2e jestli se tak nestane, 2e bude zastielen. Pry vYkupne bylo snad merle ne2 10 tisic dolarfi, a pravou sumo piece 2adnY neoznamil. Policie nebyla zavoland jinak by byl on zastielen hned. To 112 zaeind bYt velmi gpatne kdy u2 elovek neni nikde jistY, 2e ano?

Ten olej zase zvY gil cenu o2 pies 18 dolar0 a stale piibYva, tak ti ktefi may olej na prodej se test, 2e piece snad to se zase zlep gi pro mnohe lidi a obch od y. Je g te je moc lidi nezamestnanYch a tak by to jiste pomohlo finaneni situaci, a to kaielY doufa, is e se stane.

V Rusku mail pry velice gpatne poeasi nebot' pry byla moc velka zima i kdy2 jindy je take zima. Snad pry bylo vice jak pies 26 pod nulou Farenheita a na Sibiii jegte vice. Moc si gte2ovali, Rusove jsou zvykli zime a snesou dost vice ne2 jinde.

Ted' nas poiad varuji na televizi i v novinach, abychom byli opatrni 2e letos velice iddi to chiipka nova zvand "Taiwan", pry u2 se to pfineslo z toho Taiwanu a u2 pry je to v 38 ti statech zde v nagi zemi. Rikaji 2e snad to bude jegte horgi a lehce se to pfenese. Je to snad velice zle na horeeku, bolave hrdlo a svaly boleji a velka unava. Tak bud'te kazdy velice opatrnY, a jak se necitite dobie, je to lep gi jit k lekait a nejlepgi je ten lek "amantadine" ktery yam da, !eke. Tak pozor a hled'te bYt zdravi.

Zase bylo to bombovani mezi Iranem a Irakem a tisice lidi snad bylo zabito. Iran tvrdi 2e zabil tisice jejich vojinii a Irak zase fika, 2e oni zabili moc vic iranskYch vojaku. Tak se nevi kdo mluvi pravdu, ale je to gpatne a kam to v ge povede? Tel Israelove zase zabili kolik lidi v miste pobli2e Lebanonu. Vgude jen se valet po celem svete a nikde ani pamatka po miru a pokoji. Bude to hor gi jegte net to bylo v 1986?

Take krajan Jerry Barto g se prihlasil, 2e on pobe2i za eislo tied v rade nageho mesta. On byl drive na gkolnim vYboru a sliboval, 2e se bude venovat aby se snail° tolik toho gpatneho a jednat s finaneni situaci nageho mesta. Tak tedy jiste mu WO pieje vge dobre a mnoho gtesti ye vgem poeinani.

V Houstonu jistY 15ti let hoch je obvinen, 2e zastielii sveho otce a matku (kteil byli adoptovaci rodiee) kdy2 meli jakesi nedorozumeni a je ye vazbe. On pry obdr2e1 zbrall k Vanoctim v 1985 od rodieu a nyni je s ni zabil. Ti rodiee se jmenuji Vitkovi, tedy krajane a je to opravdu gpatne, 2e syn ktereho vychovali od malieka se

tak odmenil jim. Co ted' z toho bude mit? Proe jen si lide nerozmysli nee neco takoveho provedou, pak u2 je pozde.

Bylo nam oznameno, 2e jista firma chemicka z Darien, Connecticut se bude stehovat do Dallasu v eervnu letos, a pfijede pry 35 zamestnancO tam odtud, a celkem snad 260 jich bude se stehovat do noveho &ado zde kde bYval "Diamond Shamrock" olejovY prOmysl ktery byl koupen v loni za 850 milionu a vge pfestehuji sem k nam. Tak zas bude prace pro lidi ktefi potfebuji zamestnani a pomifie to obchodu zde. Vgak oznamili, 2e Texas ma 9 a pal procent nezamestnanYch a to je velice moc, 2e ano?

Ve Francii maji nyni velke starosti, nebot' je tam tolik lidi kteii stavkuji nejen na 2eleznici ale i busy nejezdi, elektricke firmy nepracuji a te2 na pogte stavkuji v nekterYch mistech a tee podzemni draha neni v praci a v ge je v nepoiadku. Mnozi si ste2uji, 2e nemaji dosti tepla v dome a v obchodech, take v nemocnicich nemohou operovat pacienty bez elektriky a lide nemaji jak se dostat do prace a zpet-- je to velmi gpatne. Mnozi by chteli protestovat ale nevedi zda by to pomohlo situaci.

Lekaii si ste2uji, 2e se boji operovat lidi kdy2 nevi zda elektrika bude pracovat kdy2 prave operuji eloveka a mohl by vykrvacet nee zase tato piijde pracovat. Nekteii pekaii nemohli 1)66 chleb kdy nebyla elektrika a tak ze zlosti vzali tento a hazeli to dovniti pies okna do diadovny elektricke. Tak se nevi, jak a kdy to ukonei, ka2dY je celY unaven s timto v gim a chti konec stayky ye vgem.

Ve Ft. Worthske zoologicke zahrade jeden 35 ti lety delnik byl zabit slonem ktery va2il pry 4 tuny a rozdrtil mu hlavu. Nevi se pore ten AsijskY slon to udelat nebot' ten elovek 112 dlouho pracoval v to zahrade s temi slony a pry je to prvni takovY ne gfastnY ein za dobu 80 let ye Ft. Worth, Texas. Skoro 14 let ten Nov& byl zamestnan bez nehody a2 nyni. Je to opravdu zle.

Jeden eernoch zde ktery je poiad nespokojen s tim, 2e pry eerno gi nejsou slu gne obslou2eni a pova2ovani bilYmi lidmi, a poidd ma cosi zbyteene na mysli, se dostal minuleho tYdne sam do pasti. On a dve eerno g ky byli v jednom restaurantu a po veeeii ty d ye si zaplatily svOj fleet ale on odepfel a fekl, • 2e on neplati bilYm lidem a odegel. Majitel restaurace to oznamil policii a ted' on se vymlouva, 2e pry to neni pravda a 2e on dal na listek sve jmeno a i telefonni cislo. Druzi to popiraji a tak se nevi, jak to dopadne ze nezaplatil tech 16 dolara, ktere dluZil. On u2 davno mel poidd jakesi nedorozumeni s titady a s niaim nevi spokojen. Myslim, 2e on sam nevi co chce!

Zase dye banky-- jedna v Bowie, Texas a druha v Norman, Oklahoma byly zaviene minulY tYden a obe budou mitt jine jmeno a2 oteviou na druhY tYden. Museli se spojiti s jinYmi banky aby mohli pokraeovat obchodovanim.

Loni u2 tolik tech bank nemohli pokraeovat a museli se spojit a zryorganizacovat se.

Pied kratkem ease jistY far& ei "evangelista" mel kazani na stanici televizni WFAA zde v na gem meste jak obyeejne miva, ale tentokrat udelal

chybu a mnozi jsou rozlobeni skrze to.

On totik fekl, 2e musi do tiech mesicia sehnat 4 a pul milionu dolar0 na vydr2ovani jiste university a te2 nemocnice v Tulsa, Oklahoma nebo 2e ztrati svuj 2ivot. Pry Bah mu to fekl a jestli chteji aby 2i1 dale, tak 2e ty penize musi mit. Ten hlavni feditel to stanice nyni mu fekl, 2e jestli je g te jednou neco takoveho udeld, 2e pak piestanou ohlag ovat jeho kazani vubec, a to by te2 pieru gilo tyto kazani na celkem 240 stanic. On chtel aby hned ka2dY mu daroval 100 dolarit a dal gi piispeyky v tinoru a bfeznu, 2e by jinak nemohl Zit kdy2 Bull to 2ada. Jini faraii to nemaji radi, 2e jeden z nich toto proved!, Ze se to neslu gi. Ted' pry zde se v2dy bude prohlflet jeho fee nee to pfijde na programu aby se to nemohlo opakovat.

Tak tedy je to napjate velice. Co se stane?

Ten elovek ktery zabil tii 2eny, kdy2 je posekal sekerou, jen proto, 2e mel nedorozumeni s jednou tou 2enou, a zabil (a kdy2 ty druhe to videly tak zabil i je) bude miti soud tento tYden.

On zabil jednu ktera byla slepa a kaMou mlatil a2 je usmrtil a ted' bude souzen a asi obdr2i mo2na smrt te2, vg ak by to zaslou2i1 udelat neco takoveho pro nic a za nic!

Zoologicke zahrady ye Ft. Worth a Dallasu se loni rozhodly, 2e zvet gi a vybuduji jegte lepgi zahrady pro ygelijake ty vzacne zviiata tak, aby byly mezi temi nejlep gimi na svete. Uz zaeali shanet penize a budou hledet aby se to dokazalo. Budou oboje tyto zabavni mista mnohem vet gi a pry za 15 let jiste to doka2i, aby lide meli misto kam by mohli pfichazet a poznat rtIzne vzacne zvefe o kterYch sly geli ale dosud neznali.

Take zde melt Cifiane svou vYstavu rOznYch veci a ukazovali tee tkani kobercu a latek, vy givani na hedbavi a ritzne jine novinky zde ktere v Americe jsou nezname. Cele 4 roky jezdily po USA a Kanade a jiste to bylo zajimaye pro ka2cleho to uvidet. V gichni si libovali, 2e na g lid byl k nim velict dobrY a nyni kdy2 u2 odji2deji zpet do Ciny tak jaksi skoro neradi jdou prye z nagi zeme. Tisice a tisice lidi se priglo podivat na ty ktefi umeli toto umeni ktere ma jmeno "Sedm Tisic let Vynalezu" (Seven Thousand Years of Discovery in China).

Ka2dYm rokem pied Vanoci zdeigi Armada Spasy hledi sbirati pfispevky aby pak mohli podarovati ty potiebne a chude lidi zde, ale letos to bylo jegte lepgi, nebot' noviny Times Herald zde se pfidali k ni a dohromady sebrali pies 214 tisic dolarO a pak mohli dad potraviny, finaneni pomoce te2 pfistie g i, gatstvo a darky &tem. Pry asi dva tisice lidi piispeli penezy. Rodiee chudi mohli jiti a vybrati dva darky pro sve deti (ka2demu) a v tee nemocnicich deti tam tee obdr2eli hraeky na Vanoce, tisice lidi bylo nakrmeno, ktere organizace a kostely pripravili aby nehladoveli. Ctenaii toho Times Heraldu darovali pry 65 tisic dolara.

Jiste je to krasnY darek gtedrYch srdci a ti bez prace, bez domova a hladovi se piece najedli! Doufejme, 2e za rok to bude lep gi ne2li 1986 byl a kaidemu piejeme gtesti.

Ten miliondi Ross Perot zde koupil, se svYm synem, pies 3 tisice akril pozemku za asi 15 milionCi dolarft

14/VESTNIK-21. edna 1987 (anebo asi 4 tisice za akr), col prj, je hodne lacinej g i net by jinde dostali-- ty stoji a skoro 7 tisic dolarit za akr. Oni chti leccos tam vystaviti a vybudovati.

Ten Perot je ten, ktereho firma "GM" vykoupila, kdyl on ji kritisoval. To jsou ale pane penfze, le?

Nedavno zdej g i banky Republic a Interfirst se spojili, ale fikaji, le asi 3 tisice zamestnancu ztrati praci, jiste bude zle. Zase ale mnohe firmy odjinud se pfistehuji letos sem do na g eho mesta. Kdolvi, jak to v g e bude - a co se vypini, 2e ano?

Schroeder (45 let); pfejeme Vam abyste slavili mnoho vice let nadale.

Na g e pfi gti schtize bude 1. unora 1987 v nedeli y e 2 hodiny odpoledne.

Pfijd'te zase v hojnem poetu.

Dvefni ceny obdfieli ses. Liddie Kotrla a br. George Pavelka. Ukoneili jsme to v g echno s dobrou veeeri.

Sestrain ktere pfinesly sladkosti mnohokrat dekujeme.

Na shledanou v pfi g t1 schrizi a se sesterskjI m pozdravam, Annie Jakubcova, Ceska. dopisovatelka.

—SPJSTRad

47. Seaton.

Mile sestry a bratfi, Na g e lednova schfize, zahajena pfedsedou Jerry Pechalem, byla velmi dobte nav g tivena. Meli jsme 90 elenii a 7 nav g tevnikti pfitomno. Povstanfm jsme vzdali pfisahu verngsti na g im vlajkam. Vlajky nastolily ! sestry Heidi Schroeder a Tracy Klusdeek. Nejprve jsme meli nastoleni tifedniket, ktere krasne vykonal br. Willie E. Kohutek.

Pak se pokraeovalo dale se schazi.

V g ichni tifednici byli pfltomni.

Nav g tevniky jsme meli Ann Balugek, Gertrude Kahlig, Frank a Frances Kotrla, Albert Koslovskjr, Nelda Marek a Willie Hear; pfijd'te zase.

Sestra Dolores Skrabanek pfeeetla zapis z minule schiize a ten byl pfijat tak, jak byl 'eten. Dopisy byly eteny -dekovna karta od rodiny zesnuleho elena bratra Admond Jeske za kvetiny, dopis od bratra Howard Le g hikara co se tj, kalo turnaje a tarok.

Na listku nemocrijich eleml jsme meli bratry Edward Chalupka a John Schneider; pfejeme y am rychle uzdraveni.

Nove eleny jsme pfijali Michelle Lynn Clough, Vallie Mae Chlapek (pfipojisten1), Ashleigh Marie Faris, Daniel Lee Meyer, Kerry J. Odstreil.

"Conversions" jsou Mary A. Leschber, Michelle Diane Bartek, Melissa Carol Bartek, Joseph Charles Bartek, Debbie Klinkovs14, Alan David Hejl, Gena K. Schiller, John B. Wilkinson, Bernadette (Gebala) Hunter, Michele Langford. Vitame Vas do fadu!

Ofednici a vjrbory podali jejich zpravy. Pfedseda Jerry Pechal dekoval v g em, ktefi vypomohli jak 'ymkoliv zpfisobem co se tjrkalo pofaclani vanoenfho veeirku. Take &loyal klubu mladeie za jejich pekn y' vanoenf program. Sestra Adeline Kohutek podala zpravu za dozorei vjrbor a bratr Woodrow Marek podal zpravu za revizni vjrbor. Na vjtoru eistenf v sini je bratr Charles a sestra Judy Sirney.

Sestra patsy Koslovskjr, na g e nova vedouci mlade2e, podala svoji zpravu.

Meli pritomno 24 elenii a 2 navgtevniky.

Na planujicim vjiboru jsou nasledujici bratfi: Willie E. Kohutek, Johnnie Hru g ka, Dan Balusek, Woodrow Marek a Dan Wiley. Na vjrboru pro tidrlbu jsou bratfi Woodrow Marek, Edd Mihatsch, Eugene Hejl, Henry Jandeek, Jerome Orsak. Na sti nIm rjr boru jsou bratfi a sestry Frankie Klinkovskjr, Evelyn Heese, Helen Wiley, Georgie Sodek a Emil Hejl. Na vyg etrovacim vjrboru jsou bratfi Frankie Klinkovskji, Anton Vitek a sestra Martha Klusdeek.

Narozeniny slavili v mesici lednu bratfi a sestry Dan Wiley, Julie Vitek, Agnes Trampota, Mary Hegar, Georgie Sodek, Emily Stuteville, Floyd Stuteville, Leo Kahlig, Alice Banning, Lucy Mihatsch, Ann Balusek a Dolores Skrabanek. Pfejeme Yam "vesele narozeniny." Vjtroef snatku v mesici lednu slavili nebo budou slavit br.

Johnnie a ses. Vlasta Hru g ka (43 let), br. Lonnie Schroeder a ses. Olga

the vocabulary as to their gender.

4. Place the correct demonstrative adjective ten, ta, to before each noun in the vocabulary. Example: ten park, ta lampa, to okno.

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 verse together, and see if you can translate it.

Babitka Alenka a Jifik si hrali s mfeem.

Kolem g la stare babielca. Nahle upadla.

Jifik podal Alence mie.

Skoeil a pomahal babiece na nohy.

Alenka eekala na Mika. Ptala se: "Kdo to byl? Tva babie'ka?"

"Ne!" "Tak teta?"

"Take ne!"

"Nebo znama babieka?"

"Viibec ne. Byla to cizi babieka."

(What new words do you see above?

Find out their meaning.)

Ueme se tesky Let Us Study Czech Lekce Tteti— Lesson No. 3 Read the following exercises and words out LOUD with your parents or friends.

Jak se mate?— How are you?

Dobre ranol— Good morning!

Na shledanou!— Good-bye! (Till we meet again.)

Slovnieek— Vocabulary matka— mother hlava-- head dama— lady lampa— lamp park— park pan— gentleman bratr— brother eas— time doktor (or lekaf)— doctor okno— window g kola— school koeka— cat ano— yes co?— what? ten, ta, to— that Mluvnice— Grammar 1. Conjugation of the verb miti, "to have."

Singular 1st person main— I have 2nd person ma g — you have 3rd person ma— he, she, it has Plural !name— we have mate— you have maji— they have 2. The Noun in Czech.

All Czech nouns are classified as being either masculine, feminine or neuter. If they end in a hard or neutral consonant, they are classed as masculine; if they end in "a" they are feminine, and if they end in "o", they are neuter. Therefore, the noun "park" is masculine, "lampa" feminine and "okno" neuter.

3. The Demonstrative Adjectives The demonstrative adjective "that" is translated in Czech by TEN, TA, TO. TEN is always used with masculine nouns; TA with feminine and TO with neuter.

Homework 1. Copy the expressions and vocabulary into a notebook and memorize them.

2. Memorize the conjugation of miti "to have."

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COME ONE!!!! COME ALIA!!!

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T.J. Sokol Houston Hall 1314 West Patton St. WHEN???

Saturday, January 24 WHAT????

Fish Fry, Gumbo and Goodies SERVING TIME: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Dance follows with music furnished by the

LEGENDS DANCE TIME: 8:00 to 12:00 P.M. Admission For Meal: '4.00 for Adult - 52.50 for Child For Dance: 54.00 for Adult

Public Cordially Invited!!!

SEE YOU ALL THERE! (Paid)

Wednesday, January 21, 1987-VESTNIK/15

SPJST CALENDAR

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FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, Jan. 30-Board of Trustees' Meeting, 7:30 Sunday, Feb. 1-Lodge 6 Meeting, 1 p.m.; Youth Club Meeting, 2:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 6-Social Night Friday, Feb. 13-Social Night; Youth Club Valentine Party Tuesday, Feb. 17-Cottonwood Water Supply Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 20-Social Night *** LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX Saturday, Jan. 24-People's Choice Saturday, Jan. 31-Good Time Band Saturday, Feb. 7-Texas Unlimited Saturday, Feb. 14-Southern Wave Sunday, Feb. 15-SPJST Meetings, 2 & 3 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 21-Texas Unlimited Saturday, Feb. 28-People's Choice *** LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS (Lodge meeting every 2nd Wednesday of each month; Bingo night every Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.

Lic. Permit No. 1740902352444-410001) *** LODGE NO. 17, CALDWELL Saturday, Jan. 24-"42" Tournament (Members Only), 3 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 31-Straight Tournament (Members Only), 3 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 1-Lodge Meeting; also Second Phase of Triathelon Sunday, Mar. 1-Straight Dominoes LODGE NO 18, ELGIN Saturday, Jan. 24-Country Pride (C/W) Sunday, Jan. 25-Central Texas Sounds, 4-8 Saturday, Jan. 31-Hi-Toppers Saturday, Feb. 7-Debonaires, 9-1 Sunday, Feb. 8-Wence Shimek, 4-8 Sunday, Feb. 14-Clover Leaf Saturday, Feb. 21-King of Swing Sunday, Feb. 22-Lee Roy Matocha, 4-.8 Friday, Feb. 27-Dance with "Moostach Joe" from Fremont, Nebraska, 8-12 Saturday, Feb. 28-Lone Star Czechs (Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 to 12:30) ***

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Saturday, Jan. 24-Sterling Country Wednesday, Feb. 11-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m. ***

following Bingo) (License Permit Number is 30007284004-10010) LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, Jan. 24-Jim Howell & Texas Six Pack Saturday, Jan. 31-Fritz Hodde & The Fabulous Six Sunday, Feb. 1-Lodge & Youth Club Meetings, 2 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA Wednesday, Feb. 4-Lodge Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

(Happy Hour on Wednesdays, 6-10 p.m.; Game Social, 3rd Friday Night of each Month) *** LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, Jan. 24-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Jan. 31-Private Party (Dance hours, 8 to 12) ***

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LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Saturday, Feb. 14-Taroky Night, 7-11 p.m.; Entry Fee, $1 (Lodge 29 Adult Meeting every 2nd Sunday, 4 p.m.; Youth Club Meeting, 3 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 32, VICTORIA Sunday, Apr. 5-District IV Meeting, 1 p.m. at the Victoria Community Center Annex; Lodges 32, 97, 143, & 153 will be hosting *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, Jan. 24-Topez Saturday, Jan. 31-Easy Saturday, Feb. 7-Country Light Sunday, Feb. 8-Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m.; YC Meeting, 2:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 14-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Feb. 21-Easy Saturday, Feb. 28-Topez *** LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN Saturday, Feb. 7-Dance; music by Brazos C/W/Variety Joe Kuciemba Band Sunday, Feb. 8-SPJST Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

(Time Changed) ***

LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (Lodge meeting every third Monday night

LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, Feb. 8-Monthly Lodge Meeting 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 10-Ladies' Circle, 10 a.m.

Saturday, Feb. 14-Valentine Dance; music by Czech Mates (Cake Wheel; YC Sponsors) Saturday, Feb. 21-St. Thomas Church Dance; Henry Rejcek Orchestra Saturday, Mar. 14-St. Patrick's Day Dance of 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Sunday, Mar. 15--KJT No. 54 Scholarship Fund Benefit Dance; Jodie Mikula Orchestra (Every Friday Night Ballroom Dancing) *** LODGE NO. 130, DALLAS/SOKOL :ZI:ZKA Saturday, Jan. 24-Allan Reeves (B/R) Saturday, Jan. 31-Harold Strand (P) Saturday, Feb. 14-Chuck Arlington (Valentine) (B/R) Saturday, Feb. 21-Moostach Joe (Mardi Gras) (P) Saturday, Feb. 28-Charlie Patteson (B/R) (Dress Code: Dresses for Ladies, Coats and Ties for Men; Saturday night dances, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY , Saturday, Jan. 24-Johnny Lyons Nu-Notes Saturday, Jan. 31-Honky Tonk Hearts Saturday, Feb. 7-Texas High Riders Saturday, Feb. 14-Hall of Fame Gang Saturday, Feb. 21-Rick Ellis Saturday, Feb. 28-Johnny Lyons Nu-Notes Saturday, Mar. 7-Texas High Riders Saturday, Mar. 14-Honky Tonk Hearts Saturday, Mar. 21-Heart of Texas Road Gang Sunday, Mar. 22-Hosting SPJST District II Spring Meeting Lodge Business Meeting First Monday of every Month at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday night Dances 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. *** LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL Saturday, Feb. 7-Tumbleweed, 9-12:30 Sunday, Mar. 8-Majek Orchestra, 4-8 Saturday, Apr. 4-Majek Orchestra, 9-12:30 Sunday, Apr. 26-SPJST Lodge 79 Hosting District VII Meeting (Details later) (Hall Location: 5502 Kostoryz Rd., Corpus Christi; 512-852-9042; Public Invited) *** LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND Saturday, Jan. 31-Dance; music by the Debonaires, 8:30-12:30 Sunday, Feb. 1-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

(Bingo Night every Thursday, at 7 p.m.; Lic. Permit No. 30000077-419-001). ***

LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS (Lodge monthly meeting every second Thursday of each month, 8 p.m.)

(formerly Effinger Combo-P/W & C/W) Monday, Feb. 23-Czech Classes, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 28-Manny Green; Big Band Sound; Dress Code (*Dress Code Dances: Evening Attire, Ladies & Gentlemen) Bingo Games every Thursday, 7:15 Early Bird & 7:30 Regular Games; Lic. No. 3-000.621-2077-41001 (Men's Club meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7:30 a.m.; Breakfast/Meeting/Social) ***

LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE Sunday, Feb. 8-Roast/Sausage Dinner, 12:45 p.m. (Ladies bring covered vegetables/pastry dishes); Lodge Meeting, 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 10-Annual Chili Supper (SPJST Lodge 81 Famous Recipe), 5 p.m.; also Valentine Cake drawing; (Ladies bring favorite pastries) *** LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Saturday, Feb. 7-Jodie Mikula Band Saturday, Feb. 12-Bill Kucera's Czech Mates *** LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Friday, Jan. 23-Russ Morgan; Big Band Music *Dress Code Saturday, Jan. 24-Knights of Dixie; Ballroom/Variety Music Saturday, Jan. 31-Manny Green; Big Band Sound *Dress Code Monday, Feb. 2-Czech Classes, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 4-Birthday Club Luncheon/Social & Card Party Friday, Feb. 6-Jan Garber; Big Band Music; Dress Code Saturday, Feb. 7-Rudy Kurtz (P/W & C/W) Monday, Feb. 9-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 11-Birthday Club Meeting/Luncheon/Card Party Saturday, Feb. 14-Al Pierson; Big Band USA; Dress Code Sunday, Feb. 15-Lodge 88's 22nd Anniversary Celebration-Dance from 5 to 9 p.m, Ray Jurecka (B/R & Variety) Monday, Feb. 16-Czech Classes, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 20-Texas Brew; (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 21-Central Texas Sounds

LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Saturday, Jan. 31-C/W Dance with Danny Steagall, 8:30-12:30 Sunday, Feb. 8-Monthly Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m.

(Bingo every Friday, 7:30 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 160, SAN ANGELO Sunday, Apr. 12- District IV Meeting, 1 to 5 p.m. at Wall Fire Hall (Date has Changed) *** LODGE NO. 161, LA PARITA Sunday, Mar. 8-Quarterly Lodge Meeting, 11:30 a.m. at Gate Way (formerly K-Bob's) at Pleasanton, Texas ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Friday, Jan. 23-Sammy Jensen Orchestra (B/R) Saturday, Jan. 24-South Texas Bohemian Cowboys (C/W) Saturday, Jan. 31-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 7-Neal Hart (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 14-Legends (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 21-Nashville Express (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 28-Texas Brew (C/W) (Executive Members' & Board of Trustees' Meeting each 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 7:30 p.m.; Regular Meeting on the 4th Wednesday of each Month, 7:30 p.m.; Friday night dances, 8:30-12:30; Saturday night dances, 9-1) *** LODGE NO. 176, HOUSTON NORTHWEST Monday, Jan. 26-Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m. at D.A. Hutto's residence, 1014 Red Haw (497-2233) Monday, Apr. 27-Quarterly Meerting Monday, Sept. 28-Quarterly Meeting Friday, Dec. 11-Quarterly Meeting *** LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, Jan. 24-Firecreek Saturday, Jan. 31-Travis County Line Saturday, Feb. 7-Sterling Country Saturday, Feb. 14-Debonaires Saturday, Feb. 21-Gentries Saturday, Feb. 28-Firecreek (Dances from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.)

(Board of Trustees' meeting every 1st Wed. of each month at 7:30 p.m. Lodge Meeting every 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday, doors open at 5:30 p.m. and Game time, 7 p.m.; License No. 17420422390-41002) ***

LODGE NO 180, BURLESON Saturday, Jan. 24-Treadin' Water Saturday, Jan. 31-T&T Saturday, Feb. 7-Country Junction Saturday, Feb. 14-New South Saturday, Feb. 21-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Feb. 28--Treadin' Water (All Saturday night dances: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.)

(Board Meeting every 1st Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m.; Lodge Meeting every 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 183, MID-CITIES (Bingo every Sunday, 2 p.m.; Tuesday andThursday, 7:30 p.m.;. License Permit #17516910506-41002) (For Lodge Rentals, call Tony Sanchez (264-9691), or Pat Sill (265-5618) *** LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL Sunday, Feb. 15-The Brenham State School Valentine Party Sunday, Apr. 5-Hosting District I Meeting, 2 p.m.

(Regular Monthly Meeting on 2nd Sunday of each Month, 2 p.m.; Bingo Games every Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, 7:30; also Bingo at 7 p.m.; Kitchen/Bar open; License #174207 33095-41002) ***

LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, Jan. 23-People's Choice Saturday, Jan. 24-Debonaires Friday, Jan. 30-Velvets Saturday, Jan. 31-"CURRENT" (50s Music R 'n R) Friday, Feb. 6-Peopel's Choice Saturday, Feb. 7-Texas Fever Friday, Feb. 13-Debonaires Saturday, Feb. 14-People's Choice Friday, Feb. 20-Velvets Saturday, Feb. 21-People's Choice Friday, Feb. 27-People's Choice Saturday, Feb. 28-Debonaires (Friday Night Dances, 8-12 p.m.; Saturday Night Dances, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Saturday, Jan. 24-G&B Sounds Saturday, Jan. 31-Cumberland Gap Band *** LODGE NO. 191, EAST TEXAS Saturday, Jan. 31-C/W Dance; music by The Rolling River Band, 8 p.m. ***

-SPJST-Do you want to sell or refinance your home, a valuable antique or work of art, but don't know how to set a realistic price? You may need the services of a qualified appraiser, yet finding a reliable appraiser is easier said than done. Of the more than 120,000 appraisers, only about a fourth are members of a professional society that makes them subject to a code of ethics or to a certification process. To ease the search, the American Society of Appraisers has released its 1987 directory listing members by specialty and location. ***

Certain foods and beverages should be avoided while taking prescribed drugs. Recent research indicates that acidic beverages such as soft drinks and fruit or vegetable juices can cause some drugs to dissolve in the stomach instead of in the intestines, where they can be absorbed more easily. Milk products and iron supplements interfere with the absorption of some antibiotics. Aged cheese, avocados, bananas, beer, chocolate and cola drinks dilute the effectiveness of monoamine - axidase inhibitors -drugs used to treat depression and hypertension. Alcohol also interacts with many drugs. ***

Look around this weekend: Do the men in your household sprawl in front of the television watching football, while the women -- to their chagrin -are stuck`in the kitchen preparing the feast or cleaning up? It could be the makings of a time filled with resentment and guilt rather than good will. If host and hostess are unhappy with their roles, guests will sense it and feel uneasy. Working together, the couple can get much of the work done in advance, so that both can take part in the socializing. Keep meals simple and flexible. Take an hour or so before guests arrive to relax. Make it comfortable for male guests who want to help out in the kitchen and women who would rather watch the game ***

16/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 21, 1987

SPJST Achiever's Roll n Recognition Of Outstanding Production Of Insurance Sales, The SPJST Acknowledges The Achievements Of The Top Three Sales Representatives In Each District. These Sales Representatives Are The Accumulative Leaders In Their District From The First Of The Year Through December 31, 1986 (Based On Earned Premium)

DISTRICT I

DISTRICT IV Lodge 17 Lodge 17 Lodge 186

Martha Tracalek Susan Skrabanek Clint Luksa

Stanley Broz Martha Broz Anna Drgac

DISTRICT II

DISTRICT V

Frank Klinkovsky Glenda Liles Linda Johnson

Lodge 47 Lodge 80 Lodge 177

Louis Hanus Helen Filipp T.H. Lostak

DISTRICT III Gene McBride Emil Petr Lawrence Laznovsky

Lodge 160 Lodge 160 Lodge 160 Lodge 88 Lodge 139 Lodge 139

DISTRICT VI Lodge 25 Lodge 84 Lodge 135

Jerome Hlavaty Melvin Marek Matt Vanek

Lodge 153 Lodge 40 Lodge 32

DISTRICT VII Viola Cabla Thelma Hrncir Maxine Pavliska

Lodge 137 Lodge 79 Lodge 107

Thank You For A Job Well Done. Your Efforts And Those Of Our Other Producing Sales Representatives Have Made 1986 A Historical Year In Growth For The SPJST. FRATERNALLY, cZ.....$)

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BERNARD M. GEBALA VICE PRESIDENT