Vestnik 1989 02 08

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF FP-ATE1NALISTS"

"Joining Hands To Touch Lives-Fraternalism for the Family and Our Nation"

"Preserving the Past, Protecting Your Future"

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

BENEVOLENCE VOLUME 77

HUMANITY

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 ISSN-07458800 NUMBER 6 FEBRUARY 8, 1989

Annual Reports Of Supreme Lodge Officers And Directors

Howard B. Lesh ;ar

President's Annual Report for 1988 Dear Fellow Members: As we look with pride on a number of accomplishments for the SPJST Society in 1988, we realize that the following excerpt entitled "Silent Assets" might well have been written about you, our members. ..."When all is said and done, a company is little more than the sum total of the people, their talents, their loyalty, their dedication and concern these are the real assets a company brings to the competitive marketplace.

These assets never appear on any balance sheet, for their value is impossible to measure. They bear no price tag, for they evade outright purchase. They are a company's Silent Assets and they must be recognized and nurtured, if they are to pay proper dividends."

We, like the writer of these words, realize the importance of our members and their accomplishments. We know that without our members, lodge officers, sales representatives, district officers, youth leaders, editor, district directors, the officers of the Supreme Lodge and their staff, we would not be the strong viable organization that we take pride in.

Financially, we continue to be the envy of many other financial institutions. As other reports will show, we have come through the downturn in the Texas economy in very fine shape. We look forward to

continued growth and stability. We will continue to search for ways to better serve our members' financial needs through quality insurance products, annuities, mortgage loans, and scholarships.

Our Society, as all other Fraternals, has faced numerous challenges at both the State and Federal levels. Because the proposal for licensing of our sales representatives would affect us adversely, we have worked to defeat this bill. We were pleased that the Commissioner of Insurance withdrew his proposal for the licensing of sales representatives before the Texas Legislature convened. Since the Legislature is in session this year, we will continue to monitor the session very closely to insure that we have our input on any proposal that would affect our Society.

At the Federal level, we are still awaiting a definite proposal by the Treasury Department regarding the taxation of Fraternals. Although the IRS and the Treasury Department have gathered extensive information on the operation of the seven largest fraternals, so far the results of their study have not been reported. These occurrences on the state and federal levels have made us aware that we must maintain a closer relationship with the public officials who can have an impact on our fraternal status. We ask that officers and members of each lodge make that extra effort to keep our state federal representatives informed of your lodge's involvement with and contributions to your community.

Not only have these occurrences made us aware of the need to better report our fraternal activities, but they have also pointed up the need for focusing and expanding these activities.

Local lodges continue to offer a wide variety of social opportunities within their communities. Many lodges offer planned events that emphasize the importance of heritage and family.

Realizing the importance of these efforts of our local lodges, the delegates of our 25th Convention authorized the creation of a new position at the local and district level the Fraternal Activities Coordinator.

These coordinators will help to emphasize the different activities and events that are occurring among the lodges in the district. At the state level,

we are pleased to announce that Frank Klinkovsky has accepted the position of Fraternal Coordinator. We welcome him, knowing that with his past experiences, he will be an asset to our Society.

Our Tournaments continue to create interest among members and lodges across the state. Our most recent tournament, Volleyball, created much excitement. We were pleased to see the large turnout at all levels for this tournament.

Again, in 1988, many lodges selected a "Fraternalist of the Year' to represent their local lodge at the state level. We are pleased to announce that Tim Kostom of Lodge 88, Houston, was selected 'State Fraternalist of the Year.' We congratulate Brother Kostom and thank him for his many contributions to the SPJST. The presentation of this award will be made on February 25th at the Local Lodge Officers' Workshop.

Recently, the Supreme Lodge, after holding a special meeting on the Family Recreation Area, decided to ask the delegates for a nine - month extension to seek more information to complete the study of this project. The delegates granted this extension by a favorable vote of 33,172 for to 1,420 against. In the January meeting, the Supreme Lodge authorized the officers to visit the camps owned by other fraternals comparable to SPJST in size to gather the necessary information.

Another exciting addition to our fraternal offering is the addition of a computer in the genealogy section of our museum. Museum Curator Thelma Bartosh stated that this will enable us to better serve our patrons and members who wish to research and preserve their family history.

Again, in 1988, the Youth Department registered gains both at the local and state levels. Our State Youth Director Claudette Reese, the District Youth Counselors and Youth Leaders have created much interest with new projects and programs for youth in all ages. These programs have been designed to encourage our youth encourage them with an understanding of their heritage and to enable them to participate responsibly as citizens. It is gratifying to see youth mature and assume their rightful place in their lodges and communities.

Also, as a result of the 25th

Convention, the Czech Language Grants, the 50 - Year Membership Pins and the Age 96 presentations were delegated to the Office of the President. Assisting with these programs is Secretary Barbara Wright (Assistant to the President).

In conclusion, as we review our accomplishments and chart the course for the coming years, let us take stock of our real strength. Let us capitalize on all of our assets, the talents of our members and the financial strength of our Society. Let us continue to invest wisely in both the financial and fraternal areas.

Finally, thank you for your confidence and encouragement. My family and I wish each of you a happy and prosperous 1989.

Fraternally, Howard r . Leshikar —SPJST-

Bernard M. Gebala

Vice President's 1988 Report To The Membership The By - laws of the 1988 SPJST XXV Convention in accordance with Article 38(b) state that the Vice President is in charge of the Insurance Department.

The report that follows is a review of the SPJST insurance operation and performance for 1988.

One achievement by our all volunteer sales force which both the Continued on Page 3

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The annual reports of our Supreme Lodge officers and directors are in this Vestnik issue; the officers' reports are of special importance to all of us members and should be read with careful observation, because they give a rather close look at what transpired in 1988 and also give an insight at what we can, more or less, expect in 1989 and further into the future. At the time these lines are being written, the directors' report has not arrived here, however, we understand it will be here in time for printing.

Secretary - Treasurer Leonard Mikeska points out a few very pertinent facts, regarding our investments, in his report regarding our rate of interest on our interest sensitive or "interest - bearing" plans such as Universal Life (Flexible Protector), Annuity plans, etc. We can see what has happened to many banks and savings and loan institutions by their unwise, over - extending investments, bad loans, paying high interest rates, etc. That same thing has been happening in some insurance organizations and now the Insurance Department, in Austin, is giving the insurance industry a rather "hard look" at what is happening in that field. We, especially our sales representatives, have to be careful when we hear that other companies are paying better interest income on some plans; let us first see how sound their financial situation is and what their solvency is!

When the theme "Get the Government off Our Back" became so popular and regulations were lifted on savings and loan institutions and other businesses, regarding their manner of investing and, especially, building so many branches, condominiums, apartment projects, etc. (which all cost much money), plus paying themselves high salaries, created financial conditions that could not sustain the institutions. Your editor saw this coming over four years ago when one Central Texas lending company was acquired by three different institutions in succession. If this ex - farm boy from "the country" saw this, why didn't our "big financial bugs" see it?

Or did they want to see it? Now, we the taxpayers will pay for it when all is said and done.

Let us keep our SPJST Society sound and be satisfied by prudent business -- better a smaller, sound income than larger, high risk maybe income! *** We sell fraternal life insurance with and Humanity Benevolence, Brotherhood included, plus Fraternalism; and there are two things that are inevitable: In all of our lives either we die too soon or we live too long -- and life insurance provides solutions for both of these problems.

It provides face values if we die too soon, and cash values if we live too long. Our Sales Representatives must carry the message to our people and make them understand it.

Frequently, people are complacent only to find that they are not prepared, they must become a burden to their children or to society. They lose their independence completely. We in the life insurance business have a

wonderful opportunity to serve our fellow man by seeing that things like this do not happen. We can make these people aware of their needs for protection and savings before it is too late.

Someone, somewhere, did what they were supposed to do. All of us have, I am certain, seen a widow leave her husband's grave with her children knowing that they are provided for and that someone somewhere did their job correctly. Maybe we see an old gentleman nearing retirement and we find out that, because someone did their work well, this gentleman can enjoy his remaining years on earth with serenity and peace of mind, dependent upon no one for his support. Ou s is a wonderful endeavor and we can thank our INSURANCE PROGRAMS and FRATERNALISM, .herefore, let us practice it! *** All of us know that one President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was born on February 12, 1809.

The most famous speech in all American history was finished almost before the audience realized it had started. In fact, it could be called... "The Speech Nobody Heard."

Over 100 years ago Abraham Lincoln stood up on a wooden platform in a little Pennsylvania town and delivered a "few appropriate remarks" to dedicate a new military cemetery. He spoke for little more than two minutes, but in that time added a prceless jewel to the treasury of American patriotism.

In the years since Americans have taken the Gettysburg Address to their hearts and accorded it a reverence equal to that for the Declaration of Independence. In far distant lands its simple, vibrant eloquence has won general admiration.

The custom of the period required a solemn, stately, and elegant oration.

Lincoln had no reputation as • an orator. In his encounters with Douglas in 1858 he had established himself as a sharp debater, but sharp debate was dot what he occasion called for.

It is interesting to note that Lincoln never used the pronoun "I" in the speech.

Whenever we see a picture of Lincoln, we always find a rather serious and melancholy appearing lace, however, if we read some of the Lincoln - Douglas debates of his day we can see that he possessed a rather humorous side and put Mr. Douglas down .,ith witty remarks. In one instance, his opponent told the audience that Lincoln carried around two faces: Lincoln looked at the audience and asked: "Now if that is true, do you think that I would appear here before you with this one?"

There is also a story about the lady and her little daughter walking by President Lincoln's birthplace at night. Being a place of historic interest, the lights were on. The mother was explaining all of the good things that President Lincoln had accomplished, represented and had done for our country. Noting that all of the lights were on, alter her mother had informed her that Mr. Lincoln had left us, the little girl, with childish innocense, said: "But Mother, he forgot to turn the lights off!" What wonderful words of truth spoken by the lips of a child!

Lincoln is no longer with us, however his light and the influence of his character light the way for us living to higher goals of correct living. ***

Wednesday, February 8, 1989—VESTNIK/3 Continued from Page 1 membership and sales force should be very proud of is that the SPJST advanced from 27th to 24th position based on insurance in force of fraternal benefit societies. There were only two fraternal societies nationwide that advanced three positions, and the SPJST was one.

INSURANCE SALES In 1988, we produced 1,807 applications in the amount of $40,668,061.00. We are very pleased with this figure, and I am proud to inform you it is quality business. Our Universal Life and Lone Pay Life plans are maintaining their level of popularity with our members and rightfully so; they are both outstanding programs. The amount of earned premium generated for 1988 was $1,259,004.96.

Although we did not make any marked increases in sales over last year, it seems to have leveled off at a figure that is acceptable, and one we will work hard to maintain. The most critical item a potential member looks at regarding interest sensitive products such as Universal Life and Annuities is the yield we are offering. Our yield at this time is marketable, and I would hope it will remain that way.

SALES REPRESENTATIVES Every sales representative in the SPJST is a Very Important Person (VIP). You cannot join our Society unless you purchase a life insurance or annuity product. Thus, our growth is totally dependent on having an active sales force. We appreciate all sales representatives who have accepted the challenge of representing the SPJST. I would also like to acknowledge the following sales representatives who collectively produced 69 percent of our business in 1988: DISTRICT 1 Cecil Dickson Susan Skrabanek

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DISTRICT 2 Ladis Navratil Albin Machu Kathy Fritz Gene McBride Daniel Marek Frank Klinkovsky Linda Johnson Charlie Waits Rose Tanecka Emily Stuteville Rubie Volek DISTRICT 3 Kay Lynn Kovar Emil Petr Ben Jarma Johnnie Krizan James Wiest Ernest Haskovec Norma Alford DISTRICT 5 Helen Hegwood Sidon Tumis Evelyn Mikeska June Smesny Lydia Marsh Franklin Bravenec Jerry Prochazka DISTRICT 6 Jerome Hlavaty Mary Matula Annimae Merta

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DISTRICT 7 Jerry Elzner Jarolyn Popp Viola Cabla

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T AINING In 1989, the training seminars conducted by our field people will be geared to fulfill projected requirements that may be levied on us by the State Board of Insurance. We are attempting to position our Society, with the cooperation of our sales force, to be ready for any eventuality.

SFM Gene McBride has served the Society well, and I commend him for his efforts in behalf of the SPJST. His dedication in seeing that our all volunteer sales force is trained is a "thankless job." He works diligently in the background and performs this vital task for us. Assisting SFM McBride in this area are SFRs Hegwood, Wiest, and Hlavaty. They, too, are working actively at the forefront.

possible on our products. After all, the Society belongs to you as a member.

Our interest - sensitive products have had and must continue to have competitive yields. We have an obligation to care for the deposits of our members who have confidence in us. We are proud of our "state of the art" insurance portfolio which is second to none.

We stand ready with the all volunteer sales force to accept any challenge we receive from federal and state authorities regarding licensing and/or continuing education.

I can assure you that we have an exceptional dedicated staff to serve you. These people work every day for you here at the Home Office. I am proud to be associated with them.

If we can be any assistance to you, please let us know. We want you to know you will receive the personal attention you deserve as a member of the SPJST. Fraternally, Bernard M. Gebala Vice President —SPJST-

SPJST INSURANCE PRODUCTS SPJST can be proud of its portfolio of insurance products. Our membership enjoys the most possible insurance coverage for their premium dollar. Our rates are competitive, backed by our outstanding solvency ratio.

We have some new procedures planned that will allow our proposed members an opportunity to look at many different options or plans of insurance before they purchase. This system will be automated and greatly assist our part - time sales representative by giving his/her client as much data as he/she needs in order to purchase a certificate with us. This project is nearing completion, and I would like to compliment Kathy Fritz for her diligence in seeing this project through. I feel it will greatly enhance our sales' efforts at all levels of proficiency.

We have enhanced our underwriting department with the addition of automated data arriving directly from a cooperative data bank to our Home Office. Implementing items of this magnitude take time and dedication, and I commend Ruth Hanusch for this project.

CERTIFICATE SERVICE

Personal service to our membership is our goal. We know all requests we receive are important to our members and we treat them that way.

Personal service at the Home Office carries over even to the issuing of certificates. Doris Tyroch, who has L- 25 been performing this job at the Home L- 84 Office for over 22 years, has a strong L- 84 personal pride in getting the job done L- 6 promptly and efficiently. I am proud L- 84 to have her as a member of our team.

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Leonard D. Mikeska

Secretary-Treasurer's Annual Report For 1988 Dear SPJST Members: It is a pleasure to report to you that the SPJST continues to maintain its position of financial strength. The past year has not been kind to many financial institutions and you have seen many of them crumble. I am pleased to be in a position to tell you what you already know -- that your funds held by the SPJST are safe and secure and backed by a surplus invested in sound, conservative investments. We feel it is an important part of our job to manage your share of the SPJST in such a way that you have economic peace of mind The success we have enjoyed underlines the continued need for strong conservative management and good business sense in managing the business affairs of the SPJST. You can be assured that we will continue to follow and improve on those sound practices that have brought us success in the past.

The past year was filled with many activities and challenges. I will briefly review some of the year - end statistics, information which may be of interest, and conclude with a discussion about the future.

INVESTMENTS The SPJST invests your funds because we must earn a return to help you achieve your financial objectives

and to fund the many programs we offer. Certainly, we want our assets to earn good returns but we cannot only look at rate of return. We must also constantly concern ourselves with risks, the uncertainty that is a part of holding assets. It is our objective to seek the highest possible return with the least element of acceptable risk.

We define this policy by saying that we have a conservative investment policy with a high emphasis on preservation of assets.

The new interest - sensitive products have submitted insurance companies to the temptation of placing too much emphasis on return and not enough concern about risk. There is a strong temptation to be able to pay the highest return on the block on Universal Life and Annuities. The Insurance Brokers' group recently issued the following warning: "The National Association of Insurance Brokers has warned that the problem of failing insurance companies threatens to become as vast and prickly as the titantic savings and loan industry crisis" (Texas Register).

We certainly want to pay good returns- on our interest - sensitive products, and we are, but we will continue to also place a strong emphasis on safety. The Board has endorsed this objective and you can be assured that the SPJST will continue to be the pillar of strength .it is now when we serve your children and grandchildren.

During 1988, investment activity was most heavily concentrated in the areas of bonds and mortgage loans to members. Due to the slowdown in real estate, demand for mortgage loans was off substantially. However, mortgage loans to members and lodges still continue to be the largest investment category representing near 52.4 percent of our assets and over $31.1 million. Bonds and government securities comprise over 40 percent of assets and over $23.9 million. The remainder of our $59.4 million, of assets is invesLed in certificates of deposits, certificate loans, stocks, real estate and office equipment.

The Society owns only two foreclosed properties; a residence in Burleson County and a residence in Ellis County. The book value of the two properties at year - end was $161,419.38. Additionally, the Society owns the Lodge No. 178 building located near Longview, Texas, which property has a book value of $314,606.36. All are on the market.

The mortage loan program for members continues to be stressed as a valuable membership benefit and a vital part of our investment policy.

Acceptable securities include owner residences, owner - operated farms and ranches, and certain qualified owner operated commercial properties. The loan applicant or spouse must have been a member a minimum of one year and, if they do not carry at least $25,000 of SPJST insurance, additional insurance is recommended to qualify.

CLAIMS AND MEMBER BENEFITS Each of you purchased your life insurance and annuity certificates to meet various needs. Heading the list of those needs is the desire to provide living benefits for retirement, education, emergency and other needs and to replace the income lost due to the early death of a provider. Many of those needs were met this past year.

During 1988, we paid 467 death claims for $1,009,815; matured endowments $157,844; annuity withdrawals $268,157 and surrenders

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, February 8, 1989 of $776,667. All totaled, claims endowments, annuity withdrawals, surrenders plus lodge and other member benefits amounted to over $3.6 million.

certificate under this table was issued in 1985 which will make certificates eligible for a refund in 1990, if any.

ADMINISTRATION

This is my report to the membership for 1988 covering areas of my responsibilities as per our By - laws.

These areas include all accounting functions. Our Society continues to show a healthy growth in our assets; however, our liabilities have also increased as well. As we continue to issue larger certificates, we must be made aware of our amount of insurance in force. Every life insurance company needs surplus so that our solvency will remain at a safe level.

I am happy to report that the Supreme Lodge declared a 9.75 percent refund to lodges for premiums remitted during 1988 which were paid during the first week in January 1989.

This total refund amounted to approximately $205,000. This revenue was generated from first year sales and renewals of all sales representatives' production during 1988 excluding interest - sensitive products (Universal Life and Annuities). Our last convention authorized the Supreme Lodge to adopt formulas to determine the amount of refund to lodges based on premium income from members and other incentive factors after a review of the annual statement and consultation with the actuary. These formulas will be adopted 'during the latter part of 1989. All suggested formulas included interest - sensitive products as eligible refunds so that each lodge may generate additional income. These formulas also included paid - up certificates of each lodge.

Other incentive factors included 12 percent of first year premiums and 5 percent of Loan Pay Life premiums from certificates issued on the 1980 Table. All others will remain the same as previous years.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT

AUDIT IN 1989 FOR YEAR 1988

Please refer to the financial statement as reported by the directors.

This statement reflects summaries of income and expense, profit and loss, changes in financial position and key operating statistics. The 1987 report indicated that assets increased by approximately seven million dollars.

The 1988 financial statement shows that assets increased by approximately five and one - half million dollars.

These large increases, for the past few years, have been directly linked to our new interest - sensitive products which include Universal Life and Annuities.

Below is a report showing the gain in assets over the last ten years.

According to Article 43(1) "The directors shall employ a certified public accountant to prepare a detailed report concerning the condition of the

The vast majority of matters handled in the area of general corporate administration, although necessary, would be of little interest to our members. I will briefly comment on a few of the matters that may be of some interest.

June 1988 brought many SPJST members and delegates to Temple for our general convention. It was a good convention and the lively debate on a number of matters indicates that there is a great interest and concern in the well being of the organization.

On December 5, 1988 the Supreme Lodge felt it needed to conduct a Referendum to seek additional time to do justice to a study on the matter of a family recreational area. The additional time was granted by the delegates.

We closed out a matter with the IRS dating back to 1984 with no tax due on the IRS determination that loan application fees are unrelated business income. We notified lodges that copies of their IRS forms 990/990T must be furnished to the Home Office and lodge dues' statements/solicitations must indicate that the amounts are not tax deductible.

All in all, the past year saw many changes in procedures, many of them due to Federal or State requirements.

Every effort is made to conduct the administrative affairs of the Society in a timely. and efficient manner.

TOMORROW IS HERE Most of us can remember the "Good Old Days" as they are sometimes referred to, when things were a lot simpler; a regulation - free environment when operating your lodges was relatively simple; when it was easy to get members to come to lodge activities. No doubt, those simpler times will never return.

We have no choice but to re examine everything that we do and learn to succeed in today's environment. People have so many options and demands on what they do with their time that we will have to come up with well - planned programs and activities that will keep and bring them to our local lodges. Members will allocate their time to those things they feel are important. The obvious solution, though easier said than done, is to structure our fraternal programs and activities so that they are important; so that they fill the social and personal needs of our members.

I know, from extensive travels over the state, that, within our ranks, many of you are very capable and dedicated members. We have not always fully utilized the vast storehouse of your talents and together we must work on this. We need your support.

Our challenge is to re - examine and come up with well - thought - through plans that will lead to a continued growth of the SPJST in both the financial and fraternal services' areas.

I think that the future will require all of us to be better planners, both at the state and local levels.

In closing, I thank all of you for your cooperation and extend wishes for your good health and much success during, 1989.

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

REFUND TO LOCAL LODGES

Jerry Mikulas

Financial Secretary's Report For 1988

1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979

$5,308,591.71 * 6,822,231.88 6,337,543.33 4,112,621.00 2,536,332.87 * 2,190,396.94 1,714,621.01 1,605,999.23 1,551,328.74 * 1,655,158.12 * Convention Year

REFUND PREMIUM INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATE HOLDERS

TO

Our By - laws now permit each member to purchase additional paid up life insurance in lieu of receiving a premium refund check. In 1988, approximately 65 percent of our eligible certificate holders opted to receive paid - up additions in lieu of premium refunds. We increased life insurance in force by approximately one million dollars through the paid up addition program; otherwise, we would have forwarded over four hundred thousand dollars in cash to our certificate holders. The premium refund rate paid in 1988 was 3 percent of the mid - terminal reserve and will remain 3 percent in 1989. Our actuary will determine the rate paid on products issued under the 1980 CSO Mortality Table in 1989. The first

NO. OF CERTS.

LODGE NO., NAME 4 6 8 9 13 15 16 19 20 21 41 47 57 63 66 67 72 76 80 82 94

HALLETTSVILLE WEST WEIMAR SNOOK DIME BOX BUCKHOLTS BILA HORA VELEHRAD GRANGER ENGLE PORT LAVACA SEATON GONZALES SWEET HOME ELM MOTT SCHULENBURG CAMERON WICHITA FALLS HOLLAND ENNIS WHEELOCK

670 643 10 594 421 383 183 31 609 67 91 2,077 22 399 1,791 67 111 54 632 34 205

Society annually." The contract for this audit was given to Peat, Marwick Main and Company in our last Supreme Lodge Meeting. This audit will be conducted in accordance with generally - accepted auditing standards with the objective of expressing an opinion on your basic financial statements as of and for the year ending December 31, 1988. This audit will be completed by 6 - 30 - 1989.

VESTNIK SURVEY In 1988, we conductd a Vestnik survey.

This survey was completed on November 14, 1988. Approximately 2,000 of the 10,000 Vestnik recipients failed to return their postcard indicating continuance of the Vestnik.

This survey will save our Society approximately $100,000 in a four year period. The present printing cost amounts to $996 per week and $856 per week in postage cost.

DIRECT BILL As of this report, we have completed 82 lodges with a certificate count of 42,434 to "Direct Billing." This accounts for 79 percent of our certificate holders and 69 percent of our lodges. The Home Office has been able to render more prompt service to our members on direct bill by having up - to - date data on these certificates in our Home Office computer. We have now processed all lodges that •have requested "Direct Billing" and we are now available to work with any lodge in performing this service. Below is a list of lodges that have not converted to direct bill.

NO. OF CERTS.

LODGE NO., NAME 100 101 103 106 110 122 125 130 138 139 151 154 157 162 164 167 168 174 179 181

SEBESTA GAINESVILLE FLATONIA LA GRANGE KAUF MAN WALLIS WESTHOFF DALLAS GANADO DANBURY WHARTON FT. WORTH LUBBOCK IOWA COLONY RIO HONDO PENELOPE JOURDANTON ROCKDALE WARRENTON CONROE

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9 40 12 57 76 79 20 492 147 456 200 1,149 139 70 53 38 118 228 134 122

RANKING OF LODGES ACCORDING TO AMOUNT OF INSURANCE IN FORCE 12-31-1988 RANKING 1.

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LODGE NO. 88, Houston 47, Seaton 160, San Angelo 24, Cyclone 84, Dallas 29, Taylor 66, Elm Mott 40, El Campo 87, Temple 177, Academy 25, Ennis 74, Crockett 92, Fort Worth 17, Caldwell 142, Houston

AMOUNT OF INS. '31,158,665.00 13,244,736.00 11,639,354.00 9,612,417.00 8,991,721.00 8,609,979.00 7,729,555.00 7,345,628.00 6,249,801.00 6,183,580.00 6,044,852.00 5,936,553.00 5,797,964.00 5,710,409.00 5,389,906.00

CERTIFICATES 8,979 2,077 711 1,228 1,448 1,917 1,791 1,038 796 803 1,152 1,020 1,125 997 863

Wednesday, February 8, 1989—VESTNiK/5 IN CONCLUSION I wish to thank everyone who has made 1988 a success. Let us set our goal for 1989 to do the same. Wishing the entire membership a Healthy and Happy New Year Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas Financial Secretary —SPJST-

Sidney hack

SPJST Attorney's Annual Message Dear Members: I wish you a happy and healthy 1989.

We had a successful convention where many by - laws were adopted to govern our Society for the next four years. The conventions are continuing proof that the lodge system and method of electing delegates and related procedures work. It was also nice to be able to visit and exchange ideas with so many friends and fellow members.

The years ahead have many challenges and opportunities for .our SPJST. We continue to be in a time of rapid change and we are adjusting to the changing conditions while retaining our basic structure of operating under the lodge system and providing insurance and other benefits to our members.

We are always concerned about legislation at the state and federal level. The extensive revisions that were made by the state legislature to our Chapter 10 were changes that we were able to have an input in and they are changes we can live with.

When we learned that the State Insurance Department was, again, considering changes to our Chapter 10, it was determined at an early date that these changes would not be in the best interest of the fraternal system or of the State of Texas in the form that they were proposed. We are very fortunate that so many of our fellow fraternal benefit societies took the time to analyze the proposed legislation and meet on this subject and, in unison, conveyed their position to the State Insurance Department. We were glad that our position was well understood by the State Insurance Department and the department decided to not pursue changes in Chapter 10 at this session of the legislature. We will, of course, continue to maintain liason with the State Insurance Department and cooperate in the best interest of the fraternal system.

The United States Congress continues to consider changes in the basic federal law that gives this Society

its exemption from federal income taxes which is Section 501(c) (8) of the Internal Revenue Code. We are concerned about developments in this area and are continuing to have our input into this very important matter.

Even though we can feel good about our past accomplishments, the area of State and Federal legislation remains a very worrisome area and requires substantial continuing time and effort to monitor and work on. Many bills are introduced that may impact on us.

We are glad to report that we coniinue to have a good response from lodges in obtaining necessary liability insurance, liquor liability insurance and workmen's compensation insurance (when a lodge has employees). These coverages are needed more than ever before and simply must be obtained and kept in force.

We are glad to report that progress continues to be made at various levels in the establishment of a separate liability insurance company. It is planned and hoped that this separate company will be able to provide various liability coverages, including general liability and liquor liability.

This may be several years away, but progress is being made and we are optimistic about the work that is being done in this area and we are assisting in this development.

We are also pleased that many lodges are taking advantage of the training and education of people who sell, service, dispense or deliver alcoholic beverages. Various schools have been formed and continue to be formed. These schools stress teaching the proper way to sell alcohol and include how to spot a minor and how to spot an intoxicated person. It is hoped that every lodge that is involved in this area will require its parties to attend a school that is approved by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. In the event of problems, the fact that a lodge had required its parties to attend this school should be helpful to it in many ways. As always, our best defense is a positive education approach where the lodges run a "clean ship" and consequently do not have problems in this or other areas.

We are also glad to report that our members are having fewer tax suits and fewer bankruptcies and, hopefully, the economic situation that brought these problems about is now behind us.

Support, cooperate with, and actively assist your local lodge leaders so that all will be proud of and benefit from their lodge membership. This Society has grown and prospered and will soon be celebrating its 100th anniversary. The lodge activities are continuing to expand so that the expanding needs of lodge members are being met by the lodge system.

I sincerely appreciate having been elected to serve as your legal advisor and will be glad to assist in any way that I can.

Sincerely, Sidney Kacir Legal Advisor

—SPJST-

INTEREST RATE FOR ANNUITIES 8% annualized Through January 31, 1989 —SPJST-

Board

of Directors' Annual Report For 1988

We, the Board of Directors of the SPJST, are pleased to submit to you, the membership, this report on the financial condition of the SPJST for the year 1988.

At the beginning of this New Year, we find the business operation of our Society to be sound, with a net gain which allowed $205,347.00 to be refunded to the local lodges. Premium and annuity income for 1988 amounted to approximately six million dollars.

Our Society exceeded its insurance goals for 1988 but wrote $7,605,000.00 less business than in 1987. The top twenty - five sales representatives accounted for 69 percent of all business written in 1988. Universal Life premiums for the year exceeded 1987 by $300,000.00. We were given information by industry analysts that today the credited rates of interest may be higher than can be sustained and that for insurance companies to turn any profit in Universal Life, they must cut expenses and conserve their policies in force.

Eighty - two lodges are now on direct bill which accounts for 79 percent of our certificate holders and 69 percent of our lodges.

This past year we added a Fraternal Activities Coordinator to the Home Office staff. The goals and duties of this position are being refined by the president and the Supreme Lodge. A feasibility study of a Society - owned Family Recreation Park was begun and will continue through September of 1989.

Early last year the Board of Directors requested an independent audit when it was learned such an audit would save thousands of dollars on the Society's cost of liability insurance.

This independent audit, as well as the two regularly conducted by the directors, found all records and the entire business operation to be in excellent condition.

Our steady growth and progress is outstanding during this time of economic instability and change throughout the state. We feel this has been accomplished through the efforts and dedication of our sales people, Home Office staff and the entire Supreme Lodge Our Society will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in less than ten years, and we, as your elected directors, feel proud to serve as your representatives on the Supreme Lodge.

We urge continued growth through vigorous insurance sales, conservation of business, and cautious spending throughout our Society. In light of the larger policies being written, the effect of a large scale disaster could be devastating to any insurance company.

We feel the comfortable solvency rate and margin of assets we have is essential to our continued business.

We strongly urge this margin be maintained.

We applaud the progress our SPJST has made in 1988. We appreciate the support you have shown, us, and we will strive to lead this growing organization in a progressive, yet conservative manner in the years ahead.

Please accept our sincere wishes for a Happy, Prosperous and Healthy New Year in 1989. ***

REPORT OF DIRECTORS directors, We, the undersigned examined all bonds and coupons which are kept in a safety deposit box at the NCNB, Texas Bank, Temple, Texas on January 9, 1989. 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. k**

Balance 1-1-1988

`54,121,352.98

INCOME: Escrow Premium Income-Pd-Up-Additions UL Withdrawal Expense SPJST History Project Profit on Sale of REO Annuity Withdrawal Expense REO Taxes Ins. 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

4,091.62 423,654.86 4,284.10 154.00 9,259.63 4,468.15 13.79 2,391,273.42 73,054.49 1,525,038.92 67,169.77 40,401.89 3,122,154.83 3,366,590.98 25,387.00 2,774.25 107,409.79 273,876.03 117,000.00 50,795.84 511,608,853.36 565,730,206.34

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

51,007,350.26 419.42 45.44 2,000.00 51,009,815.12

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, February 8, 1989 LODGE & MEMBER BENEFITS Convention Workshops UL Surrenders Flex Annuities Withdrawal Annuities Matured Endowments 8.75% Refund to Lodges for 987 Premium Refund to Members UL Surrender Charges Surrender Values District Youth Allocation District Allocation Museum Operation Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Youth Activities Bonus SPJST Scholarship Fund

299,286.29 4,696.73 22,411.44 268,157.27 40,374.76 157,844.00 205,874.23 653,405.33 3,479.80 776,667.39 37,917.62 5,250.00 5,904.13 57,316.56 50,000.00 40,501.26 3,394.99 3,938.75

Home Office Building Furniture & Office Equip.

Total Assets

924,468.04 134,890.33 '59,429,944.69

Assets 1-01-1989 Assets 1-01-1988 Gain in Assets

'59,429,944.69 '54,121,352.98 5,308,591.71

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Submitted at Temple, Texas January 9, 1989

'2,636,420.55

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ADMINISTRATIVE & OTHER EXPENSES: Escrow-Paid-Off 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 Cash Over/Short on ML Loss on Sale. of REO Adj. of Book Value on EDP Equip.

Profit/Loss on Sale of Bonds Profit/Loss on Sale of Stock Commissions-Adult Commissions-Renewal Commissions-Annuities Commissions-Annuities-Renewal Commissions-UL Commissions-UL-Renewal Dec. in Book Value of Bonds Dec. in Book Value of Pre. Stock Dec. in Book Value of Common Stock Research and Development State Exam/Audit 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 Manager Travel, Editor Travel, State Youth Director

District VI Sales Seminars Held At Hallettsville And El Campo

31,035.00 40.00 59,610.75 90,413.83 4,295.39 115,756.48 26,619.01 36,446.13 27,011.71 25,792.91 7.30 85,389.01 22,590.87 44,397.69 16,315.92 55,899.87 25,125.52 60,378.77 27,819.51 159,870.10 30,588.69 85,953.57 5,999.00

On November 14, 1988 Sales Representatives attending workshop at Hallettsville. Seated, L to R: Mary Matula [L - 4], Monta Foster [L - 79], Eddie Vrana [L - 23], Jeffry Chunda [L - 10]. Standing, L to R: District VI

619.18 26,822.20 28,444.66 40,191.40 13,883.01 18,367.64 35,402.01 88,012.60 50,259.71 44,228.00 4,700.70 22,203.17 6,180.63 5,072.19 43,557.59 117,000.00 33,388.57 75,638.55 46,918.01 708,892.32 74,386.85 21,078.35 56,843.19 33,080.03 17,160.96 3,508.59 788.42 40.42

Director Matt Vanek, Erwin Holy [L 4], Wm Berkovsky [L - 63], SFM Gene McBride, SL Vice President Bernie Gebala, Leroy Repka [L - 143], SFR Jerome Hlavaty. Not pictured: Elizabeth Holub [L - 23].

Guests at Hallettsville Workshop.

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'6,300,261.65 '59,429,944.69

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ASSETS Preferred Stock EDP Equip. (Hardware) EDP Equip. (Software) Cash Cash Convenience Accounts Bonds Real Estate Owned Certificate of Deposit Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock

289,826.00 71,528.47 18,835.01 49,204.20 335,037.74 23,995,627.20 476,013.05 203,205.88 31,121,533.62 1,248,093.40 561,681.75

Sales Representatives attending workshop at El Campo on November 15, 1988. Seated, L to R: SFM Gene McBride, Leona Macha [L - 40], Ardis Bacak [L - 40], SL Vice President

Bernie Gebala. Standing, L to R: James Bacak [L - 40], Charles L. Bucek [L - 151], District VI Director Matt Vanek, Adolf E. Motal [L - 32] and Joseph Nezval [L - 28].

Wednesday, February 8, 1989—VESTN1K/7 SFR Jerome Hlavaty held workshops at Hallettsville and El Campo along with District VI Director Matt Vanek.

There were sixteen Sales Representatives in attendance at these workshops. We appreciate the efforts of these Sales Representatives and urge those who are not active to come join us.

It is the duty of the lodge and its members to support the Sales Representatives of your lodge and help them secure new members in order to keep your lodge alive and growing.

Please urge the Sales Representatives of your lodge to attend the insurance seminars so that your serve better they can membership.

Larry Wentrcek Larry Wentrcek has recently been appointed as a sales representative for Lodge No. 189 in Bryan - College Station. Larry has been trained in helping you or your family with your insurance needs. If you live in the Bryan - College Station area, give him a call at AC 409 - 776 - 8872 and he will be happy to be of assistance to you.

Fraternally, Bernard M. Gebala Vice President —SP J ST—

II Officers' Meeting District

A District II officers' meeting was held in Holland on January 30, 1989.

All district officers were present, except Ronnie Rieger who is ill with the flu. Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and District II Director Willie E. Kohutek attended this meeting and we were happy to have them present.

Plans for the March 12 districtwide meeting to be held at Round Rock Lodge No. 187 was discussed and the following agenda was set: 1:00 p.m. -- Registration (A cash prize will be awarded to the lodge with the greatest number of members present.)

2:00 p.m. -- Business meeting followed by election of 1989 officers, programs presented by the various

lodges' youth groups and a free meal for all of those in attendance.

There will be individual door prizes awarded throughout the program.

The next District II officers' meeting is scheduled for July 9th at Lodge No. 80 in Holland; coincidentally, July 9 is Willie E. Kohutek's birthday.

Respectfully submitted by, Gene Landry, Dist. II Sec. —SP JST-

No. 4, Hallettsville

Lodge

Dear Members: Our lodge met Sunday, January 8, 1989 at Mr. Gatti's beginning at 2 p.m.

President Annie Vahalik opened the meeting, followed by the pledge to the flag led by Flag Bearer Janell Chudej.

A Resolution of Sympathy was read for a departed member, Brother Vernon Zak. Corresponding Secretary Erwin Holy read the minutes of our previous meeting, which were approved.

Correspondence followed.

Treasurer Helen Zabransky gave her report.

Co - Youth Leaders Gaynell Chudej and Evelyn Holy reported that January, February and March birthdays will be honored at the next meeting.

Financial Secretary Hilmer Galetka gave his report.

Committees for 1989 were named by President Vahalik and Vice President Gaye Galetka. They include: Audit -- Elsie Mascheck, Evelyn Holy, Patsy Zabransky Resolution -- Gaynell Chudej, Mary Matula, Victoria Zak Refreshments -- Gaynell Chudej, Eveyln Holy The meeting adjourned.

Refreshments were served and enjoyed. Door prize winner was Nicholas Vahalik.

Our next meeting will be Sunday, February 12th at Mr. Gatti's beginning at 2 p.m. As usual January, February and March birthdays will be honored.

Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SP JST —

ATTENTION: SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS Transcripts papers, SAT scores, Family statements, etc. must be received by March 1, 1989.

All Scholarship mail should be sent to:

Supreme Lodge SPJST Scholarship Dept.

P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

Tarok Tournament March 4, 1989 SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton

Straight Domino Tournament March 25, 1989 SPJST Lodge 66, Waco

"42" Tournament April 8, 1989 SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts 7ykrir71* Everyone is reminded to bring their community service hours to the February meeting. This is very important so the report can be turned in to the Home Office.

It was decided that our lodge would not host a Czech Fest in 1989.

This was a very short meeting and we adjourned at 8:15 p.m. We hope you remember to attend the meeting on February 8 and bring your community service hours.

Fraternally submitted, Kathy Ahlstrom, Reporter —SP JST —

These Sales Representatives were present at Lodge 47, Seaton Meeting on Sunday, January 8, 1989. Back Row, L to R: Anton Motl, Louis Kohutek, Dan Balusek, Willie E. Kohutek, Wallace Jez, Frank Klinkovsky, Alice Banning and Emil Heji, a duration of 49 years selling insurance for Lodge 47 this year. Front

Row, L to R: Value ZaN odny, Delores Skrabanek, Evelyn Meese, Emily Stuteville, Dorothy Pechal and Ruby Bolton. Lillie Mikulas was present but left early because of a funeral. in Dallas next day for her sister - in law. [Photos submitted by Dorothy Pechal, reporter]

Lodge 47 Honorees accepting award from lodge president, L to R: Lucy

and Edward Mihatsch and Brother Jerry Pechal.

News From Lodge No. 32, Victoria Lodge 32 met on December 14, 1988 at Citizens National Bank at 7:30 p.m.

President John Motal called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by a moment of silence for our departed members, roll call of officers, reading of the minutes and treasurer's report.

We all agreed the Christmas Party, was a big success. Thanks to John Motal who was in charge of the party; John and his committees did a wonderful job and everyone attending had a great time.

Officers' election was held at the December meeting. The new officers are: President -- John Motal Vice President -- Adolph Motal Secretary and Reporter -- Kathy Ahlstrom Treasurer -- Ella Arnold Youth Leader -- Georgia Horelka Trustee No. 3 -- Franklin Elles Congratulations to these officers and we hope 1989 is a good year for Lodge 32.

Lodge 32 met on January 11, 1989 at Citizens National Bank at 7:30 p.m.

President John Motal called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by a moment of silence for our departed members and roll call of officers and the treasurer's report.

8 VESTNiK—Wednesday, February 8, 1989

Lodge No. 47, Seaton Honors Members Brother Edward and Sister Lucy Mihatsch were selected as the "Brother and Sister of 1988." They have been active members of Lodge 47 since the 1960s and their daughters, Patricia and Barbara, were also in the Youth Club.

Sister Lucy was assistant youth leader.

They both were kitchen chairpersons and have served on various committees, namely, Maintenance, Rules and Regulations and as Trustee.

At the picnic, they served as Barbecue and Country Store chairpersons and helped at the Christmas Party, too.

We appreciate all your efforts on behalf of Lodge 47 at Seaton.

This award was presented by Lodge 47 President Jerry Pechal to Edward and Lucy Mihatsch at the Christmas Party on December 11, 1988.

Fraternally, Jerry Pechal, President —SP JST —

Lodge No. 47, Seaton Lodge 47 will host their annual Straight Domino Playoff on February 10, 1989 beginning at 7 p.m. Players should be at the lodge by 6:30 p.m.

Remember, there is an entry fee of $5 and the two teams with the most number of wins advance to the State Playoffs.

Family night will be on February 17th at 6:30 p.m. This would be a good time to practice Taroks and "42" for the remaining tournaments.

New Tabor will be hosting a three Lodge Tarok Tournament including 12 - member teams from New Tabor, Seaton and Taylor. Play will begin at 9 a.m. If I have not talked to you about it already and you would like to play in this tournament, please get in touch with me. There will be a $5 entry fee and this will be a good chance to practice for the State Tournament.

Besides that, it is always a well - spent day when we get to visit our good friends from New Tabor and Taylor.

Hope to see you there.

Fraternally, Tim Reese Lodge 47 Seaton FAC

—SPJST-

Attention: Lodge No. 66, Waco Members Lodge 66 members if you are interested playing Taroks, "42" or Straight Dominoes, please contact Jeanette Smith at 756 - 3427.

We will begin practicing for Taroks and Straight Domino at 7 p.m. on Monday, February 13th at Linden Hall.

Fraternally, Jeanette Smith —SPJST-

No. 87, Temple

Lodge

SPJST Lodge No. 87, Temple held their regular meeting Friday evening, January 13th at 7 p.m. with President Ladis Navratil presiding.

The meeting was called to order; Lad Zatopek led the lodge in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Deceased

members were remembered in silent tribute.

New members and additional insurance accepted into our lodge are Garlen Lynn Sheffield, James R. Pechal, John B. Jez and Stephanie Denise Mainord. A warm welcome is extended to these members.

George Schiller represented Lodge No. 87 at the East Bell County Water Supply meeting and reported on the meeting.

Old and new business was discussed and various reports were given.

Annie Plsek and Dorothy Chervenka were reported to be on the sick list. Get well wishes are extended to all convalescing.

The next meeting will be held Friday evening, February 10th at 7 p.m.

Light refreshments will be served during the social hour.

Happy Valentine's Day to everyone and may all of your days be beautiful!

Fraternally, Dorothy Chervenka —SPJST-

From Lodge Rozkvet No. 172, Pasadena

News

President Alvin Sefcik opened the January meeting of Lodge 172 at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25th.

Vice President Irvin Theiss led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.

Secretary Lilia Mae Peter read communication received, and the minutes of our last monthly and executive meetings.

Committee reports were given by Bar Manager Vicki Dressler, Kitchen Manager Esther Kowalski, Entertainment Chairperson Helen Wallace and Rental Manager Jerry Dressler showed a large increase in income for 1988. This was due to the dedicated and hard - working "Amazing Few" who have spent so much of their time in making 1988 the best year of our lodge.

Various committees were appointed

by Brother Sefcik, such as Auditing, Telephone, Sick and Welfare.

It was decided that, at our February meeting, each member would bring a covered dish for a pot luck dinner prior to the meeting, this will begin at 6:30 p.m.

I would like to urge more members to attend this meeting to get involved and with socializing with a group of nice people.

Our guests at this meeting were Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hanus and, as the new District V director, Brother Hanus gave us the latest Supreme Lodge news.

Our dances have been well attended and the lodge has booked several new bands which are drawing good crowds.

The new canopy over the driveway is installed and there is still a base to be installed on the front part which will be taken care of shortly.

Our monthly work parties have several projects in mind. Those members interested in helping may come out on the first Monday of the month and assist. More information on this can be obtained from one of the trustees of the lodge.

We are looking forward to hosting the District V meeting on March 12th.

All members of Lodge 172, please attend. More information in the next report.

Only one person on the sick list at this time and I am glad to hear Brother J.V. Thomas is home from the

Veterans Hospital and we hope to see him soon.

As always, fraternally, Jerry Dressler SPJST-

No. 175, Fort Bend Scholarship

Lodge

Fort Bend Lodge No. 175 will be accepting applications to February 28, 1989, for its scholarship.

Lodge No. 175 will be awarding a $500 scholarship to a qualified member to further their education.

The recipient will be announced at our March quarterly meeting.

For qualifications or an application, application, please contact Pat Parma at (713) 342 - 4898 or write: Route 2, Box 47 - C, Richmond, Texas 77469 Pat Parma Scholarship Committee Chrmn.

—S P J ST—

The purpose of that meeting is to finalize all plans and details for the April 16 performance. All club members are encouraged to attend and help out in this endeavor.

Czech - speaking actors are in short supply. If you can speak Czech and want to participate in the Czech play, either as an actor or backstage helping with details, you are invited to join the efforts of the Hlahol Dramatic Club even though you are not a member of Lodge 88 or the SPJST. Call Ted LaPesh at (713) 771 - 9743 if you can help.

If you are interested in participating in the English play in the fall, call Marie Stayton at (713) 694 - 4421.

Dramatic arts are a part of our Czech heritage, let's do all we can to preserve this tradition.

Fraternally, W.J. "Bill" Malina Past President —S P J ST—

Lodge No. 179, Warrenton Lodge 179 met for the monthly meeting on January 12, 1989 in the Warrenton Kitchen.

President Harold Bergmann called the meeting to order.

Secretary Ricky Weyand read the minutes of our previous meeting, followed by the financial secretary's report.

Treasurer Lee Leonhardt gave his report. All reports were accepted as read.

No old business was brought forward.

In new business, a new Food Committee was appointed as follows: Harold Bergmann and Lee Leonhardt.

For our next meeting on February 9, 1989, there will be hot dogs with chili.

Meeting was adjourned and followed by a chicken stew provided

by Lee Leonhardt.

Mike Noak, Reporter —S P J ST —

Hlahol Dramatic Club, Houston News The Hlahol Dramatic Club of SPJST Lodge Pokrok Houston No. 88, Houston held its first meeting for 1989 on Monday, January 23rd.

Officers elected for 1989 were: President -- Marceil Malak, Vice President -- Marian Kadlecek, Secretary and Treasurer -- Rosalee Kostom, Czech Director -- Tomas Krejci, English Director -- Marie Stayton, and Telephone Chairman -Lil Holly.

Rose Sicner, outgoing president, expressed regret that plans for presentation of plays during 1988 did not materialize and wished the incoming officers success in 1989.

The Czech players of the club are enthusiastic and determined to present a three - act comedy in the Czech language entitled "A v torn zamku byla panna" (English -- "And in that Castle was a Virgin"). This is the very same play which the players worked so hard on in 1988. The play is scheduled for presentation on Sunday afternoon, April 16th. More details will be published in the Vestnik as plans are finalized. Make your plans now to be at Lodge 88 on this day.

The English players set Sunday, October 27, 1989 as the tentative date for presentation of an English play.

Marceil Malak, president, called a special meeting of the club for Monday, February 27, at 7:30 p.m.

Mrs. Betty Billington

Ladies Circle Of Lodge 92 Ft. Worth 9

The Ladies Circle of Lodge No. 92 will start the year with a new president, Mrs. Ray (Betty) Billington of Grandview, Texas, a member of the Ladies Circle for 6 years. Betty is retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. Since Betty retired, she is called a professional volunteer, working with the Grandview Nursing Home and Senior Citizen Centers and has served the last 2 years as District 4 Director of Texas Extension Homemakers Association.

Betty is chairman of Johnson County Council. She was Johnson County Conservation Homemaker of the Year in 1986 and Johnson County Extension Homemaker of the year in 1987. The 1989 Johnson County Yearbook was dedicated to Betty for her contribution to Texas Extension Homemakers, on the local county, district and state level.

Betty and her husband, Ray, have 3 children, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

All other officers are Vice President -- Mrs. Lillie McMillen, Secretary -Clara Marchioni, Treasurer -- Evelyn Spacek, Reporter -- Julia Dueser, Sunshine Chairperson -- Lillie McMillen and Hostess Chairperson -Pauline Marbitizer.

The installation of new officers was conducted by Jeane Cook of Grandview. The theme was an "Old Fashion Soup." The outgoing officers came forward and provided the spice and character to last year and also a good basic stock.

President Betty is a head of lettuce, keeping the meetings firm and crisp.

Vice President Lillie, a turnip, turn up

Wednesday, February 8, 1989—VESTNIK/9 at meetings with new ideas and get all members to add zest and flavor.

Secretary Clara, a potato to keep her eyes on the club and report. Treasurer Evelyn, a red tomato to keep the club out of the red. Hostess Chairperson Pauline, an ear of corn to hear of the club needs. Reporter Julia, an onion has to know her onions and the white layers of the onion represent the sheets of paper you will be filling. Sunshine Chairperson Lillie is like a carrot, holds the brillant color of the sun to cheer the sick members. Put them all together and let's all enjoy a delicious 1989.

The meeting was called to order at 10:30 a.m. with some new members added to our list and also had 3 visitors, Jeane Cook, Mary Windom and Mary Pavey.

After the business meeting, the door prize was won by Inez Krivanek, and "Happy Birthday" was sung to members who had birthdays in January. They were Mary Powers, Julia Dueser, Eva Dockery, Bennie Hundle, Anna Langer, Edd Simmank, Joe Gregory and Frank Kovar.

After a lovely prayer by Mary Powers, the meeting adjourned to a delicious covered dish luncheon.

Next meeting is to be held February 14th at 10:30 a.m. All ladies are asked to bring a covered dish.

We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of Mrs. Anna Langer of Weatherford, Texas on the loss of her husband, Henry, of many, many years; both honorary members of the Ladies Circle and members of Lodge No. 92. May he rest in peace and we wish Anna good health.

Fraternally, Julia Simmank Dueser Reporter —SP J ST--

Czech Club's Upcoming Conference UT

The Czech Club at the University of Texas is sponsoring its 16th annual Czech Conference at SPJST Lodge No. 29 near Taylor, Texas on Saturday, April 15, 1989.

The afternoon program is designed to promote Czech history and culture across Texas and the United States.

In addition, among the day's activities, there will be a Czech Ex Students Association of Texas meeting in the morning, followed by the program, a catered dinner, and the evening will conclude with a dance from 8 to 12 p.m.

The Czech Club extends an invitation to all Czech classes across the state to attend and participate in the conference.

Anyone wishing to perform in the afternoon program or find out more about our unique tradition may contact Czech Club President Kelly Ann Rub8 at the following address: CZECH CLUB AT UT C/ Slavic Languages Dept.

Austin, Texas 78712 [512] 338 - 4815 Srde6V pozdrav z Austinu (Cordial greetings from Austin), Kelly Ann Rubel, Club Pres.

—SPJST— r—

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INTEREST

9% annualized effective through 1-31-89

Up-To-Date Health Information For Women A quote from Modern Maturity Magazine of February - March 1989 for your information: "And it's free -- A new 76 - page booklet for women provides up - to date health and consumer information.

"Health Resources for Older Women," available from the National Institute' on aging offers tips on menopause, fitness, hormone replacement, medications, osteoporosis, arthritis, caregiving, financial planning and many other issues.

To order a single free copy, write NIA Information Center and Women, 2209 Distribution Circle, Silver Spring, MD 20910.

This information is provided as a service of the Fraternal Activities Coordinator (FAC) of SPJST Lodge Pokrok Houston No. 88, Houston.

Modern Maturity Magazine is published bi - monthly and is furnished to members of AARP. Fraternally, Homer Alexander, FAC —SP JST-

Letter

To Editor

Dear Mr. Sefcik: I am enclosing a copy of my poem "Yes! People Do Still Care," which was published in a local newspaper and also a copy of the write - up which accompanied the poem. Perhaps you may wish to publish it in the Vestnik.

What has happened to Miss Agnes Houdek? I have been missing her articles for a long time now.

I wish to compliment you on the historical items about the Czechs and the homeland.

Fraternally yours, Frank Kurz Member Lodge 88

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YES! PEOPLE DO STILL CARE!

By Frank Kurz It was a cold day when we saw the sign "Our little corner family" displayed: "Will Work To Buy Food For My Kids." We could Not stop right then and there but hurried home To see what we could do for them at once.

There were, a mother, young, attractive, with Three lovely little girls, who smiled the while Their searching eyes enmeshed our very hearts.

We had no work for her, but gathered up A package of some foods that they could use; And, too, some snacks that they could share as though They might be picnicking there on that knoll Of grass beside that busy street corner.

When I returned anon, the mother came To me with outstretched arms, and gratefully Embraced me, thanking me the while.

I did

Not pry into her state but told her, though We had no work to offer her, we had Already placed them in our prayers that God Would bless them and supply their every need.

And so He did! Next week we read that she Was given work by someone else who cared.

Thank God for answered prayers!

—SPJST-

Rest Home No. II Corner

SPJST

Sophie Rusnak is the new resident to join the group at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. II in January. There were no new staff members. Irene Martinez is our new director of nurses.

Welcome back from Polly Ryan Hospital in Richmond. is Moody Flagg. We are sorry to hear that Ladik Sabrsula and Frances Jezek are still hospitalized in Polly Ryan Hospital and wish them a speedy recovery.

Ima Todd was discharged to a skilled home.

The following donations were made to the rest home: SPJST Lodge No. 81, Needville SPJST Lodge No. 88, Houston SPJST Lodge No. 84, Dallas (In memory donations) SVPS Chapter No. 1, and WFLA No. 289 Other donations were by Jack Sims, Leonard J. and Mildred M. Baleja in memory of Charles Prasifka, candy donated by Doris Darroh, box of bananas from AARP, gifts from St. Michael's Knights of Columbus, and flowers from the First English Lutheran Church of Damon.

Every Monday morning, Elverna Graeber, Olie Eixman, Nona Eixman, Joy Hurta and Merlyn Leus have sing a - long with the residents who enjoy their singing.

Every Tuesday morning, Kitty Smith from Wallis has Bible study with with the residents. Eula Ganske from New Gulf visits with the in - room residents and helps them in whatever way possible, also teaches Bible study when Kitty cannot be present. In the afternoon, Frances Muzny, Lydia Hortmon, Georgia Vacek, Margaret Jones, Ida Gasch, Jean Jacobsen and Cecilia Fernandez play games with the residents.

The Damon ladies, Immanuel ladies, Presbyterian ladies and Sunshine ladies on Thursday afternoons have crafts with the residents who enjoy crafts.

Every Friday morning, Annie Stavinoha and Rosie Kovar have rosary with the residents. In the afternoon, Lydia Hortmon, Freda Klawitter and Melva Hastings roll hair for them who appreciate this very much.

Monday afternoon, January 9, the Hope Lutheran Church women of Beasley, and Rev. Jenson had services and brought cookies for a social afterwards, which everyone enjoyed.

Thursday afternoon, January 19, Garland Hutyra and Mary Goffinet with the Fort Bend Humane Society brought dogs for the residents' therapy.

Monday afternoon, January 23, Betty Seiler (from the Library) showed a movie to the residents which they enjoyed as well as having popcorn.

Thursday morning, January 26, "The Expressions " sang to the residents and they enjoyed the beautiful singing. In the evening,

Larry Ognoski, Fred Gerke and George Lolley provided music and singing at the home, a great time was enjoyed by all.

The families and friends are invited to visit with their loved ones.

Happy Birthday for the month of January were James Homer Nail and Hilda Clark as well as Staff -- Mary Bankston.

The Birthday Party was held Friday afternoon, January 26, which included Louis Vacek and Jim Lipinski entertaining with the guitar and accordian and singing "Happy Birthday." The Unique Shop provided Hope corsages and boutonnieres.

Lutheran Church of Beasley, provided cakes. Hilda Zwahr brought a cake. Volunteers Ida Gasch, Lydia Hortmon and Melva Hastings helped serve cake, ice cream, punch and coffee to all; an afternoon was enjoyed by everyone.

Thanks to all denominations of churches in this area who give services and communion, also to the volunteers who perform services at the home for these residents.

Martha Marx, S.A.D.

—SPJST-

Bulletin

Board LOCAL LODGE OFFICERS' WORKSHOP Saturday, February 25, 1989 at Lodge No. 47, Seaton from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. *** TAROK TOURNAMENT March 4, 1989 *** STRAIGHT DOMINO TOURNAMENT March 25, 1989 *** "42" TOURNAMENT April 8, 1989 *** DISTRICT I The Spring District I Meeting is set for Sunday, April 9, 1989 at Caldwell, with Lodge No. 186 hosting the meeting.

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DISTRICT II The Spring Meeting of District II will be held Sunday, March 12, 1989.

Lodge No. 187, Round Rock will be host lodge. More details later.

DISTRICT III The District III Spring Meeting will take place on Sunday, April 16, 1989 at Host Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood.

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DISTRICT IV The District IV Meeting will be hosted by Lodge No. 157, Lubbock on Sunday, April 23, 1989.

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10/VESTNiK—Wednesday, February 8, 1989 DISTRICT V District V Spring Meeting will be hosted by Lodge No. 172 at Pasadena on the second Sunday in March (March 12, 1989). *** DISTRICT VI District VI Spring Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, April 9, 1989 with Lodge No. 30, Taiton hosting the meeting at Taiton Community Center.

—SPJST-

Department Calendar

Youth

YOUTH LEADER'S RETREAT March 10 - 12, Lone Star *** LEADERS - IN - TRAINING RETREAT [LIT] *** STATE YAD August 20, Temple H.S. *** DISTRICT TRAINING District 1 -- May 20 District II -- April 14 District III -- April 9 District IV -- April 29 District V -- April - Date yet to be determined District VI -- Date yet to be determined District VII -- April 22 *** DISTRICT YAD District 1 -- August 6 District H July 9 District III -- June 25 District IV -- June 24 District V -- July 23 District VI -- August 13 District VII -- July 16 *** DISTRICT CAMPING District I -- July 17 - 20 District II -- July 23 - 29 District III -- July 20 - 23 District IV -- July 17 - 20 District V -- July 29 - August 1 District VI -- July 7 - July 9 District VII -- July 29 - August 1 —SPJST-

The Youth Leaders

We are thinking and working on YAD which will be here before you know it.

Esta Belle Hubenak Assistant Youth Leader —SPJST-

Hi! Well here it is almost Valentine's Day again and time for the Youth Club's Valentine Dance with music provided by Henry Rejcek Band on February 14th. from 4 to 8 p.m.

In addition, there will be a drawing for "Sweetheart" lady and man, also for girl and boy; cake decorating contest prizes will be given for best decorated cake for junior, teen and adult. Ladies, come let's have some beautiful cakes; the cakes then will be in the cake walk. We will also have hamburgers and klobase sandwiches.

We invite everyone to attend and join in the fun, also bring all the youth members so they can see what fun we have.

—SPJST-

Project Held

By Lodge 39, Bryan Youth

Charity

Dear Readers, Lodge 39 youth decided on a special charity this month in addition to the one that we were scheduled for. We had a family. in College Station who lost their home in a fire and we donated toys and kitchen items which were some of the things they needed. It is a good feeling to know we are helping someone. This is where we can demonstrate fraternalism.

We also went to a show this month as our social.

Fraternally, Brian Faust (15) (2-1-89) —SPJST-

9 Snook Youth Club

Lodge

Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge No. 9 held its meeting on January 4, 1989.

Kathryn Kovar led the pledge.

Melissa Victorick gave the new and old business report, and Bruce Skrabanek read the treasurer's report.

After our meeting we played games.

The next meeting was set for February 1, 1989.

Fraternally, Rebekah See (12) (2-2-89) [Editor's Note: Rebekah, your etter was delayed one week by addressing the incorrect city; please remember to mail to P.O. Box 85, WEST, instead of WACO. Keep writing.]

—SPJST-

39, Bryan Youth Attend Movie Lodge

From

Lodge No. 92, Ft. Worth Youth Club

We'll hope to see everyone soon.

Fraternally, Denise Holubec (14) (1-31-89)

Dear Readers, Lodge 39 Youth Club met at the Schulman 6 Theater on Sunday, January 29 to see a movie, "Dirty Rotten Scoundrel." We had 23 people in attendance and it was enjoyed by everyone.

I'll see you at our next meeting in February. Don't forget! Be sure to remember to bring your charity donations along. See you then!

Fraternally, Grant Faust (11) (2-1-89) —SP J ST—

Lodge 39 Bryan Youth Club Dear Members, Lodge No. 39 had our monthly social for January 29th. We met at Schulman 6 Theater to watch some kind of movie.

Our February meeting was set for February 5th. Our social for the month will be a Bowling Party on Sunday, February 19th at Chimney Hill at 3 p.m. You need to bring your own money.

Expression Of Sympathy We, the members of Lodge No. 33, Bleiblerville, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed brother LADGIE SCHOVAJSA, who passed away December 23, 1988 in a Brenham hospital at the age of 75.

Brother Schovajsa was born November 15, 1913 near Nelsonville.

He was the son of Frank and Frances (Susen) Schovajsa. He attended Santa Anna Public School near Nelsonville.

Brother Schovajsa was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 33, Bleiblerville, serving our lodge as president from 1983 until his death.

On November 1934, he married the former Miss Marie Rasch in the Nelsonville Brethren Church.

Funeral services were held Monday, December 26 at 10 a.m. from the Nelsonville Brethren Church, with Rev. Albert Michalik officiating.

Pallbearers were Delton and Allen Lee Fick, Raymond and Billie Schovajsa, Bryan Balke and Vernon (JasKamp.

Brother Schovajsa is survived by his wife, Mane Schovajsa; son and daughter - in - law, Herbert and Jo Ann Schovajsa; one grandson, Jerrell Schovajsa and one sister, Adela Chaloupka of Bellville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Frances Schovajsa; one son, Leroy Schovajsa; 2 sisters, Frances and Olga Schovajsa and 3 brothers, Frank, Willie and Ben Schovajsa.

He was laid to rest in the National Cemetery near Nelsonville. Services were under the direction of Pete E. Ellinger Funeral Home.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Submitted by, Lillie Mikeska, Secretary —S P J ST—

Krpec, both of El Campo; his mother, Hattie Krpec of Taiton; five sisters, Geraldine Falkenberg of Wichita, Kansas, Josephine Faas of Humble, Jeanette Graham of Pearland, Frances McKeon and Gladys Yackel, both of El Campo; five brothers, Raymond Krpec, Allen Krpec and Lawrence Krpec, all of Taiton, Fred Krpec, Jr. of El Campo and Billy Krpec of Wharton.

Pallbearers were Bob Venglar, Mark Krpec, Rick Bartek, Kermit Harton, Pat Krpec, Alfred Hoffer, Bobby Roye and Bennie Tupa.

Honorary pallbearers were Emil Harris, Patrick Hlavaty, Eddie Poncik, Bruce Bassinger and Ray Mach.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Respectfully submitted, Dorothy Duckett

—SPJST-

Expression Of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No 92 in Fort Worth, Texas wish to express heartfelt sympathy, on behalf of our entire membership, to the family of MILAN DAVIS, a lifelong Fort Worth resident. He was 72 years of age at the time of his death on January 10, 1989. He resided on Eagle Mountain Circle.

He was a member of Eagle Mountain Baptist Church, SPJST Lodge No. 92, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 708 and the American Legion and a self - employed cement contractor.

The family suggests memorials to the Memorial Fund at Eagle Mountain Baptist Church.

Survivors are his wife, Dennis Davis of Oklahoma; stepdaughter, Ouida Stevens of Fort Worth; brother, Nick Davis of Haltom City; sister, Ann Weddle of Fort Worth; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Graveside service was held at 11:30 a.m. on January 12 at Mount Olivet Cemetery Shannon North Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Rose Jaworski Joy Paprskar Victoria Murphy

—SPJST-

Expression Of Sympathy

Expression Of Sympathy

The membership of Lodge No. 30, Taiton express sincere sympathy to the bereaved relatives of brother JAMES DAVID KRPEC, age 43, a Wharton County native who died at his residence Sunday, January 8, 1989, following a long illness.

Brother Krpec was born April 30, 1945 to Fred and Hattie Labay Krpec.

Owner of Krpec Welding and Sheet Metal Company, in New Taiton, he was a veteran of the Vietnam War. A rosary was recited in the Triska Chapel on Monday.

The body lay in state in the Triska Chapel until Tuesday when it was taken to St. Philip's Catholic Church for services with the Rev. Eddie Winkler officiating. Interment followed with military honors in St. John's Cemetery in Taiton.

Survivors include his wife, Rita Krpec of El Campo; one daughter, Tammie Krpec of El Campo; two sons, James David Krpec, Jr. and Joseph J.

We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi, Texas wish to express our sincere sympathy on behalf of our entire membership, to the family of A.E. "TOM" ELZNER, age 78, who passed away January 12, 1989 in a Corpus Christi hospital.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann Elzner of Taft; two daughters, Elizabeth Bush of Houston and Eileen Douglass of San Antonio; two sons, Robert Elzner of San Antonio and John Elzner of Corpus Christi; three sisters, Lottie Ramey of El Sabrante, California, Anne Spencer of Corpus Christi and Agnes Burge of Kerrville; two brothers, Joe Elzner of Houston and Jerry Elzner of Corpus Christi and eleven grandchildren.

Brother Tom was a farmer and rancher in the Taft and Tyman areas.

He was also a charter member of Sokol Corpus Christi and an SPJST member for 55 years.

Wednesday, February 8, 1989—VESTNiK/11 A rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m.

Friday at Colonial Funeral Home in Taft. Funeral Mass was celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Family Catholic Church in Taft with Father Ed Kircher as celebrant. Burial followed in Taft Cemetery.

Pallbearers were his nephews.

In lieu of flowers,donations may be made to Holy Family Catholic Church General Fund in his name.

Colonial Funeral Home of Taft was in charge of arrangements.

May he rest in peace.

Judy Majek Michael Majek Millie Elzner

—SPJSTExpression Of Sympathy

We, the members of Lodge No. 33, Bleiblerville, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother HENRY W. BENDER, who passed away January 22, 1989 in the Veterans Hospital in Temple, Texas at the age of 66.

Brother Bender was born May 13, 1922, to Paul and Ernestine (Brinkmeyer) Bender of the Wesley community. He was a veteran of World War 11, a member of the American Legion and member of SPJST Lodge No. 33, Bleiblerville. On March 11, 1944, he was united in marriage to Miss Anita Winkelmann in the New Vv ehdem Lutheran Church of New \A, ehdem.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m.

January 24 at the Grace Lutheran Church of Brenham, with Pastor David Jentsch officiating. Burial was at Prairie Lee Cemetery in Brenham.

Survivors include his wife, Anita ender ; 2 sons and daughters - in law, Allen Ray and Sharon Bender, Marcus and Marilyn Bender; four grandchildren, AngieBrad, Ryan and Steven Bender; one brother, Herbert Bender and one sister, Elsie Vierus, all of Brenham.

Pallbearers were Brian Bender, Larry Vierus, Fred Dahmann, Billy, Robert Lee and Donald Winkelmann.

- Memorial Oaks Funeral Home of Brenham was in charge ot arangemeitts.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Submitted by, Lillie Mikeska, Secretary —SP J

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Features Petrophysicist Zemanek Joins Elite of Mobil Corp.

Scientists Dr. Joe Zemanek, a petrophysicist of Dallas Research Laboratory of Mobil Corporation, has been named a senior scientist, the highest technical position in the company. Mobil officials said Dr. Zemanek has made "outstanding contributions" to exploration and production research, particularly in the development of acoustic logging technology.

Dr. Zemanek is the inventor of the Borehole Televiewer, an ultra - sonic imaging tool that enables geologists

Czech Heritage Festival March 18, 1989 VITAME VAS

Dr. Joe Zemanek and engineers to identify potential oil and gas producing zones in wells. He is largely responsible for the development of the Long Spaced Acoustic Log and the Shear Wave Acoustic Log, innovations that provide explorationists with valuable information on rock type, porosity and the type of hydrocarbons present in wells.

Dr. Zemanek's career at Mobil began in 1951. He was awarded an educational Incentive Fellowship in 1958 and earned his PhD in physics at the University of California at Los Angeles in 1962. He returned to Mobil, progressed through the technical ladder and was promoted to senior consultant in 1985.

Dr. Zemanek is one of only six senior scientists for Mobil Corporation worldwide. He holds 37 U.S. patents.

Dr. Joe Zemanek • is the son of deceased Joseph and Christina Zemanek of Blessing, Texas. His lather was SPJST Director until he passed away in November 1948. Dr. Zemanek and his family are all members of SPJST Lodge No. 148.

(Congratulations to Brother Zemanek on his successful and outstanding professional accomplishments -- Editor) —S P J

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Czech Heritage Society News The Harris County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas will hold its next meeting at 2 p .m. Sunday, February 26th, at the American Legion Hall in Crosby, Texas. The hall is located on FM2100, across the street from Wal - Mart.

Activities will start about 1 p.m. with an informal fellowship hour.

Members and guests will have ample opportunity to display and discuss their Czech memorabilia and family histories.

The business meeting will start promptly at 2 p.m., followed by a program under the direction of Daniel Hrna of Houston. The program entitled "The Westward March of Texas Czechs to New Mexico," will include a brief history of the Czech colonies in Deming, New Mexico.

Members and guests will have opportunity to share their experiences with and ties to this westward migration.

Everyone interested in Czech culture, history, tradition or genealogy is encouraged to join the society.

Visitors are always welcome. For more information call Lillian (Vaclavik) Young at 713 - 921 - 5026.

W.J. "Bill" Malina, Reporter —SP JST —

Victoria County Czech Heritage Society Officers for 1989. Seated, L to R: Marjorie Matula and Doris Obsta.

Standing, L to R: Doris Elsik and Melicent Bryarly.

Victoria. County Czech Heritage Society Officers of the Victoria County Czech Heritage Society were installed on January 19, 1989 by Mrs. Olivia Milberger, a past state vice president of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas.

The officers are: President -Marjorie Matula, 1st Vice President and Membership Chairman -- Doris Obsta, 2nd Vice President and Program Chairman -- Melicent Bryarly, 3rd Vice President and Telephone Chairman -- Doris Elsik, Secretary -- Terri Welborn, Treasurer -- Joe Pustka.

Directors include Herbert Milberger, Bill Lesikar and Joe Janak, Jr. Historian is Mary Joyce Hermes and Ella Arnold serves as reporter.

Mrs. Matula is also serving a 3 - year term on the Board of Trustees of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas, a state organization of which the local group is one of 8 chapters in Texas.

Doris Obsta, Mary Joyce Hermes and Thomas Kurtz were appointed to the Scholarship Committee to set guidelines for applicants interested in taking Czech classes.

Refreshments Coordinator Geraldine Venglar was appointed for the coming year. Members were given the opportunity of listing future goals of the chapter. A Goals Committee consisting of Chairman Joe Janak, Jr., Mary Joyce Hermes, Doris Obsta, Joe Pustka and Thomas Kurtz will review these suggested goals presenting them for final approval at the next meeting on March 16th.

The chapter made plans to host a performance of the Podluzan Folklore Dance Troupe from Breclav, Czechoslovakia in mid - July.

Elizabeth Stockbauer, Doris Obsta and Doris Elsik presented a program on their personal experiences about their own research.

Mrs. Marjorie Matula President, VCCHS —SPJST--

Spring, South Texas - Czech Style!

The Czech Heritage Society of South Texas, Corpus Christi and all of South Texas celebrates each spring with the Czech Heritage Festival. Just as you can experience the history of a country, its people and their way of life the Czech Heritage Society offers you a historical, informative festival by sharing with everyone of the customs, dress and foods of the Texas people of Czech descent. The smell of sausage cooking, kolache warm from the oven, traditional Czech costumes, dancing polkas and waltzes, and sing alongs all depict fun and fellowship in the Czech tradition. Festivities take place in the Exhibit Hall of the Corpus Christi Bayfront Plaza Convention Center.

Music is a most important art form among the Czechs and the Red Ravens Polka Band of Schulenburg will strike up lively tunes at 11 a.m. with music to inspire the crowds to get up and dance.

Czech polka music is commonly defined as oompah music, so called because of the three - count oom - pah - pah sound of the tuba. Kids may think polka is old - fashioned and out of - date, but such tunes as the Beer Barrel Polka, Scottisch, Put Your Little Foot, Cottoneyed Joe, Garden Waltz and the popular "chicken dance" will attract even the smallest ones to the dance floor.

Folk singing has an almost mystical force for goodwill and unity among the Czech people. Singing occurs at most festivals, family gatherings and fraternal lodge meetings. The Czech Heritage Singers of Corpus Christi will perform a variety of folk and popular traditional music. The East Bernard Czech Singers will also perform a variety of Czech choral numbers. This delightful women's group was featured in the May 1988 issue of Cechoslovensky Svet, Czechoslovakia's counterpart of Life Magazine.

Polka music is featured on Corpus Christi's KSIX Radio Station 1230 AM every Saturday morning from 8:05 to 11:45 a.m. Loyal fans of the show keep up a steady steam of correspondence making requests and indicating their interest.

The Sokols of Corpus Christi will Present a gymnastic program featuring displays of competitive skills, along with special group dance drills with colorful costumes. These 33 young gymnasts have developed their own programs for your enjoyment. The Sokol group is under the direction of Sandra Howard and Mark Fogee.

The Czech Folk Dancers of West perform annually at the festival. This group's energy astounds the crowds with their traditional and Czech - Tex style of dancing. Their upbeat performance and colorful presentations are not to be missed.

This past summer they experienced their first tour of Czechoslovakia when :hey were invited to perform at the international Folk - life Festival and ether folk - life events in that country.

The entire Czech Heritage Festival is a parade of costumes and we encourage you to wear yours! You will enjoy the colors and styles of costumes present. A camera is a must. The woman's basic costume consists of a

12/VESTNiK—Wednesday, February 8, 1989 full skirt, embroidered shawl, close fitting vest and starched petticoats.

The man wears a full sleeved shirt, a vest decorated with ribbons and preferably high black boots. Even if you're not in costume, don't be bashful about stepping onto the dance floor when A.J. Drabek and his Czechmates of Houston play for the Grand March at 6 p.m. This march _kicks off an evening of dancing until 11 p.m.

Arts and craftsmen will set up exhibits of their works for your review.

This is your opportunity to purchase Czech music, tapes or cassettes or add to your collection of Czech cookbooks. Needlework, ceramics, plants and oil paintings will be available for purchase. Numerous pastry booths will offer kolache (apricot, poppyseed, prune, cottage cheese, peach, blueberry and more).

Fruit and cinnamon rolls, pies, doughnuts, homemade bread and cookies all tempt your sweet tooth. All foods will lean toward Slavic authenticity.

However, in spite of the increasing popularity of barbecue and fried chicken, you may expect the traditional sausages, sauerkrauts and accompaniments. The Czechs have a reputation enjoying beer and wine which can be purchased. Guests are welcome to BYOB. An outstanding contribution of the Czechs of this area is the restoration of the James Jalufka House in Heritage Park. This turn - of - the - century homewasdoomed for demolition when the Czech Heritage Society of South Texas and the City of Corpus Christi worked together to relocate and restore it to its original state. The house is now the office of the society and will also boast a history and genealogy research library and photo collection. Traditional rose gardens will surround the house. Heritage Park is in walking distance from the Convention Center. Nine restored homes make up this park. The Jalufka House will be open for tours.

The Czech Heritage Festival attracts as many as 5,000 guests annually and was prominently mentioned in the August 1988 issue of Texas Highways.

The Corpus Christi Bayfront Plaza Convention Center is located downtown on Shoreline Drive under the Harbor Bridge. You will enjoy complete weather - proof facilities and free parking. Recreational vehicles may park overnight.

While in Corpus Christi visit all the outstanding facilities in the Bayfront Arts and Sciences Park. These include the Corpus Christi Museum, The Art Museum of South Texas, Harbor Playhouse and the newly - dedicated Water Gardens.

CZECH HERITAGE FESTIVAL EVENTS 9:00 -- Open to Public 10:30 -- Opening Ceremonies, Arts and Crafts Booths Open, Children's Area Open 11:00 -- Red Raven's Polka Band, Dancing Begins, Country Store Open 12:00 -- Czech Heritage Singers, Tours to Jalufka House Begin 12:30 -- Red Raven's Polka Band 1:45 -- Sokol Gymnasts 2:30 -- East Bernard Czech Singers 3:15 -- The Czech Folk Dancers of West 4:00 -- Red Raven's Polka Band 6:00 -- A.J. Drabek, and His Czechmasters, Grand March Winners Drawing 8:30 -Announced 11:00 -- A Final "Dance and Goodbyes Prizes will include a cash prize of $500, handmade quilt donated by Mrs.

Betty Levek, a crochet Afghan, a selection of the winner's choice of Czech tapes, cassettes or records worth $75, $50 cash, and a Czech Cookbook.

A $5 donation allows you to see and participate in all events during the 14 hour day; children 12 and under will be admitted free.

For more information contact Al Prohaska - (512) 387 - 4391 or at P.O. Box 7822, Corpus Christi, Texas 78469 - 7822.

Submitted by, Jerry L. Elzner 1301 Prince Corpus Christi, Texas 78412 —SPJST--

Small Pleasures Make Prague A Special Treat For Your Visit Undersized tourist attractions seem to be a specialty of Czechoslovakia's ca tol city Prague. For example, there is The row of tiny brightly painted houses tucked in against the interior wall of Prague's castle grounds. They were built for royal goldsmiths, and they stand on a narrow street appropriately called the Golden Lane.

The writer Franz Kafka lived in one, a structure that is remarkable - even to a Texan for the small scale of its rooms.

Across Prague's Vltava River, the city's Old - New Synagogue is also surprisingly small. Built in 1270, it is the world's oldest active Jewish house of worship. When you visit, you will find a few dozen straight - backed wooden seats lining the walls in an early Gothic room that is taller than it is wide.

Prague offers plenty of other must see attractions including, of course, Wenceslaus Square and the Charles Bridge. The Square isn't really a square, but a wide boulevard named for its equestrian state of a 10th century Bohemian Duke Vaclav (Latinized as Wenceslaus). Vaclav was murdered by his brother and later canonized and recognized as Bohemia's patron saint. Wenceslaus Square is located in the New Town, which was new in 1340, although most buildings date from the last two centuries.

The Charles Bridge, now for strollers only, links the Old Town with the Lessor Town on the opposite shore of the Vltava. Commissioned by Bohemian King Charles IV, in 1357, it features towers on each end and is lined on both sides by 30 statues, most erected in the early 18th century.

Travel in Czechoslovakia is not very difficult for Americans, but the following pointers should be of value if you are contemplating a visit. To counter the appeal of a lively black market, Czechoslovakia requires that a minimum of about $15 be converted to Czech crowns daily and recorded on your visa form. This money cannot be reconverted. The minimum conversion rule does not apply to persons with prepaid trips, as Klub Kontinental offers, that cost $15 or more per day.

Some visitors can convert dollars to crowns at a rate more favorable than the official rate offered at banks. If they are staying at Cedok Inter - hotel on at least a MAP basis, they can trade at a 36 percent bonus. The hitch: money exchanged on the bonus terms cannot be reconverted to dollars.

Funds exchanged at the official rate and that exceed the minimum exchange rules described above can be reconverted.

Foreigners are limited to 1,000 crowns of Czech goods that they can export without- paying a duty. Cut glass, porcelain and sports' goods purchased with local currency are subject to 100 percent duty. On the other hand, Tuzex purchases are exempt from all of these rules.

Prague now boasts a new Forum Hotel as well as its more highly rated and higher - priced Intercontinental.

The latter hotel, in the Old Town, is more convenient as a jumping off point for a tourist's wanderings, but the Forum is a nicer place to stay. Also book hotels in advance of arrival because demand exceeds supply.

Self - drive travel is as easy in Czechoslovakia as in a Western European country. If a person violates a rule of the road, the policeman will likely assess a fine on the spot and provide a receipt. Travelers should pay up and move on. Drink no drive!

Rudy Klecka —SPJST_

Slavic Folk Arts Festival Saturday, March 18, 1989, the Slavic Folk Arts Festival will premiere in Dallas. This first ever festival will showcase the traditions, crafts, history, genealogy and music of the Slavic people.

Performances by the Ukrainian Dancers of Dallas, Texas Czech Beseda Dancers, Polonia Folk Dancers of El Paso, the Pan Slavic Tamburitzaw Players, Dallas Czech Choir, members of the Texas Accordian Association and others will display the Slavic music traditions.

Special presentations by the Classical Ensembles from the University of North Texas will be made throughout the day. Speakers will make presentations on travel, history, genealogy and arts such as lacemaking, costumes and painted eggs. Exhibits will feature crafts, books, maps and audio - visual presentations.

Traditional Slovenian musical entertainment will be provided by Jim Golick and the Polka Pals of Houston.

An evening dance with music provided by Brave Combo will end the day's activities. Brave Combo, the energetic band with the nuclear Polka sound, combines the traditions of the Slavic music with the new sounds of today.

Following the Slavic Folk Arts Festival on March 19 - 22, a lacemaking workshop will be held.

Radmila Zuman, a noted lace maker, collector and conservator from Czechoslovakia, will lead the workshop. Students will learn the necessary techniques to make, repair and identify the colorful easterr European laces. Discussions will center on pattern styles and modern applications of the unique laces with special focus on the Czechoslovakian laces and costumes. Class size will be limited and advance registration is recommended.

The Slavic people are Czechs, Moravians,- Slovaks, Poles, Urainians, Russians, White Russians, Ruthenians and Wends as well as Bulgarians, Yugoslays, Serbians, Slovenes, Croatians and Macedonians.

The Slavic Folk Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, March 18, 1989, at the Czech Club, 4930 Military Parkway, Dallas, Texas. Dancers, speakers,' exhibits and musical performances will be from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Slovenian musical entertainment will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission for the daytime activities is $3, with children under age

12 admitted free. The dance with music by Brave Combo will be held from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dance admission is $6 for adults and $3 for teens ages 13-17. Foods and beverages will be available all day and evening.

All activities are open to the public.

Submitted by, Kevin Hannan Lodge 130 Member —SP J ST

_ Annual Czech Heritage Day

The annual Czech Heritage Day will be held in San Antonio on Sunday, March 5, 1989. Sponsored by the Czech - American Cultural and Educational Foundation, it will be held at St. Margaret Mary's Activity Center, 1314 Fair Avenue.

Registration for the full day's activities is $2.50 per person with children under 12 free. Advance registration is encouraged.

The day will begin with a liturgy including Czech music at 10 a.m. followed by a ceremony honoring couples who have been married 50 years or longer. Honorees should be indentified and registered no later than 3 weeks prior to the celebration. At 11:30 a.m., a Czech - style dinner will be served -- sausage or ham and all the trimmings. The cost will be $4.25 for adults and $3 for children under 12.

For dessert we are requesting all participants to bring their favorite sweet. Live entertainment will consist of Czech songs during dinner followed by the Bobby Jones dance orchestra from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.

During the dance, a drawing will be held and door prizes will be awarded.

A display area will feature a selection of Czech memorabilia and pictures, a collection of Kraslice (hand - painted eggs) in Czech - style, Czech imports and a selection of Texan - Czech souvenirs for sale. Also, kolache will be available for sale.

To register, purchase meal tickets and identify anniversary honorees, submit names and number of adult and child meals required along with fees to Andy Tokoly, secretary, C - A CEF, 1017 West Magnolia, San Antonio, Texas 78201.

For additional information contact John Jenicek, publicity chairman, (512) 674 - 7684.

John Jenicek —SPJST-

Of Moravia, Czechoslovakia

Tour

All Ports Travel, of Arlington, Texas, in affiliation with the Historical Committee of the Dallas Czech Club, has developed an ALL MORAVIAN TOUR. The tour, which will take place from July 15 to 29, 1989, has been especially arranged for Americans of Moravian ancestry to visit and engage in cultural exchange in the country of their "roots."

In addition to English - speaking local tour guides provided by Cedok (Czechoslovakia's national travel and tour operator), the group will be accompanied throughout the tour by two special tour guides from the Historical Committee of the Dallas Czech Club: Leon Baca, author of two books on Czech genealogy and an active member of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas and Kevin Hannan, lecturer and author of numerous articles on Czech genealogy, culture and history, and who is also fluent in the Czech language. Leon and Kevin will be available to speak to the group Continued on Page 15

PODPORA LIDSKOST — BRATRSTVI cast eeska, etedni organ Slovanske Podporujici Jednoty Statu Texas. zaloiene roku 1897 8. tinora 1989

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KRAJANSKOU AMERIKOU Putovani za krajany po Spojenjtch statech kondi. Loudime se s nimi s trochou litosti, i kdyi vime, 2e se s mnohjtmi sejdeme na oplatku zase u nes v Praze. S babidkami a dededky, otci a matkaml, jejich detmi, vnuky a pravnuky.

Koreny na§ich krajanu jsou toti2 u nas, v naafi zemi, v jejich stare vlasti.

Vetve rodinnjich kmenu se rozkaatily v jejich druhe vlasti.

A tak i ti u nits nenarozeni deji do Evropy, na start'' kontinent, jak fikaji, za poznanim, ze zvedavosti, ohmatat a overit si to, o dem sly§eli a detli od witch predku.

LAI5A PrilJEDE S BABICKOU VIKI V Berwynu iije v nevelkem domku babidka Viktorie Mrakova a vnukem Ladou Vederou. Vnuk je tamer nevidome babiace oporou i pomocnikem v domacnosti.

Ale predev§im ji nahrazuje pieddasne zemfelou dceru, Lad'ovu maminku Blanku. A tak jako Viktorie v§tepovala &Stem lasku ke sve rodne Morave a Ceskoslovensku, pfedala ji i matka Blanka svernu synovi. Byl v babiadine vlasti nekolikrat, poprve jako maly chlapec. Mnohe mista na Morave i v eechach mu pfirostla k srdci. Vzpomina na pribuzne a planuje si, kdy je °pot nay§tivi.

Oblibil si i hudbu naich velikarth Smetany a Dvoraka. Babioka se oast° vraci y e vzpominkach do doby sveho mladi. Pracovala na panskem v Mutenicich. „V pet hodin jsme vstavali, 3li na pole a vraceli jsme se, kdyi slunce zapadalo. Nejhitre bylo y e inich, kdy jsme vazali z obili snopy a hazeli je do mlatidky. Byla to

49.31)1L:L.7, s vnur Am bydli v Berwynu na okraji Chicaga velka &Ina." Vriuk babidku se zajmem posloucha, i kdyi u2 jeji

votni pfihody tolikrat sly§el.

A pak krajanka Mrakova zanotuje piseti, kterou za jejiho mladi pry nesmeli zpivat: „Vy§la si z Prahy y en /usedla na kamen/pripjala si pentli dervenou/ ... „A do to Prahy, o ktere zpivam, pfijedu s crou na spartakiadu a mob* ie jate driv."

VLAST NAti DRAHE MAMINKY Nevirn, jestli se citi krajanka Vesela vice oboankou Duchcova net Ameridankou. Jadrnost jeji neposk y rnene destiny by spice sveddila pro severodeske prOmyslove meat° Duchcov, kde se narodila a odkud jako mlada divka odjela za more.

nik, mi desky rekl: „Jak draha je nam na§e maminka, tak dratlY je pro ni jeji rodnit Duchcov a Ceskoslovensko."

Jate doneda y na jezdila dnes tamer petaosmdesetileta Josefa Vesela do a y e stare vlasti se svjtmi detmi a vnuekou Barbarou.

Proto v§ichni znaji jeji rodi§te, jsou py§ni na tarnej§i porcelanku.

Jejimi vYrobky vyzdobili sve domovy. „Protoie takove figurky z porcelanu, misy a vazy umeji udelat a vymalovat jen v Duchcove," opakovala nekolikrat krajanka.

VZKAZ ZE STATU CONNECTICUT Prine§im jej z univerzitniho — pritmysloveho mesta New Haven, od mnohonasobne funkcionarky miroveho a ienskeho hnuti v USA, rozene Moravanky, Milady Mar§alkove. Jeji zesnuly man2E31 John Mar§alka, byl zakladajicim alenem Svetove rady miru, profesorem Yalske univerzity.

UtulnY domov, v nem/ jsme spolu sedely, na brehu Atlantickeho oceanu, byl a je mistem debatnich vedert5, pratelskjich oslav mladitch i parnetnikO.

Krajanka Josefa Vesela bje v Pittsburghu, ve state Pensylvanie Kdyi jsem prijela do Pittsburghu, slibila jsem ji telefonicky, ji naVativim. Jednoho slunneho odpoledne jsem stala na okraji mesta, v ulici Martha a na prvni pohled mne upoutal jeji typicky americkit atm. Svym upravenYm okolim, travnikem, kvetinami a hlavne zde neobvyklYmi stromy — lipami, o nichi mi Josefa Vesela psavala: „Moje lipy mne vitaji, kdyi prijiidim, a vidy mi minaji moji rodnou zem." V sou sednim dome jeji dcery na mne dekala cela rodina. Synove Eduard a Ernest, dcera Lorinka, zef, snachy, deti, vnuci a dal§i. Proste velka „se§lost". Stejne jako Josefa Vesela uctiva svoji rodnou vlast, je sama ctena svoji rodinou. V6ichni se vidycky s radostmi i starostmi obraceli k ni, mania! i deti pornahali, aby mohla chodit do schCai Ceskeho narodniho sdruieni i ✓eskoslovens4ch spolku americkitch. Cast() znali nazpamof jeji herecke role, ktere dostavala v dramatickern a peveckem krouiku Karafiat. Jako Yzacnou pamatku uchovavaji program predstaveni z roku 1932.

Syn Ernest Vesely, zku§enY pra y -

Milada Mar§alkova pied svym domem v New Haven, ye state Conecticut V onen den jsme byly v tomto prijemnern prostredi samy dye.

Hledely jsme na mofskou hladinu, pozorovaly racky, ktefi se rozpustile houpali na vInach. Milada se zahledela na pisditou ple2, kde sedavala se svym Janem. Ma jej v eels mistnosti na fotografii; usmevaveho, s nezbytnym elegantnim motylkem u krku. Tak jsme jej obe znaly. Pak mi moje hostitelka vypravela o svern vztahu k Oeskoslovensku: „Pro mne je svatek, kdyi dostanu deske noviny a dasopisy a mezi nimi Ceskoslovenskjt svet. Vzbuzuji ye mne trochu melancholia. Zejrnena fotografie meat, ktera znam: Kromeriie, Gottwaldova, Prahy, Brna. Ukazuji je znarmjm a fikarn: podivejte se, to je krasne histo rick& namesti a takovi/ch je u nas na sta. To Ameridane obdiyuji.

Nem starobyleho, neco, co tady neni. Rikam jim: vy pochazite

z velkeho naroda. To ma na yes velkY vliv. Je pochazim z maleho naroda. A pak jim vypravim, jak je mladei v Ceskoslovensku v§eobecne vzdelana, zna deskou i svetovou literaturu, miluje hudbu. Nestadim se divit, kolik toho moji mladi pfibuzni vedi treba o jinych stetech. 0 americke mladeii se to ici node. Byla bych da, kdyby se mladi tide v Americe stale vice seznamovali s tim, co vlastne to na§e mala, ale krasna zerne dokazala a je§te dokaie.

Krasna lidmi, polohou, stavbami, historii i soueasnosti."

HANA VONDRAtKOVA Foto: archiv autorky (Ceskoslovensk9 svet)

Pace o nevidome ob'eany v CSSR V eskoslovensku tije v soueasne dobe zhruba 8000 nevidom9ch obeann (toto eislo zahrnuje jednak slepce, jednak lidi s vet§i zrakovou vadou, ktera je eini invalidnimi).

Lide, kterym chybi zrak, jsou omezeni nejen v pohybu, ale i v dalgich zakladnich tivotnich situacich. Prave proto se jim socialisticka spoleenost snail pomoci vzdelanim, invalidnimi duchody i rfizn9mi dalsimi formami.

V CSSR mohou zrakove postitene deti ziskat vzdelani na rfiznYch typech Zakladni vzdelani jim poskytuji zakladni internatni Skoly pro slabozrake a nevidome, pro budouci povolani je pfipravuji odborna ueiliSte pro mladet s vadami zraku, kde se uei profesim ealounika, ko§ikafe, vazaee knih a dalSim. ZvlaSe nadane deti mohou po ukoneern stfedniho vzdelani pokraeovat ye studiu na vysoke Skole.

Ze statnich fondu dostsavaji studenti magnetofony, mikrofony, civky s magnetofonov9mi pasky a kazety, samozfejme krome vybaveni betn9mi i slepeck9mi psacimi stroji a papirem pro slepecke pismo. K slutbam studentu patfi i poutivani fondu studijni literatury, namluven9 na pasky a kazety, kter9 obsahuje vice net tisic tituln z dvaceti vednich oborn.

Po ukoneeni zakladniho vzdelani nevidomi pracuji vetSinou v invalidnich druistvech jako koSikafi, tkalci, jemni mechanici zejmena pfi fezani jemn9ch zavitu a pfi montatnich pracech. Uplatneni nachazeji v'S'ak i jako telefoniste v telefonnich ustfednach, jako ueitele hudby ei ladiei pian.

VSichni nevidomi zarnestnani °Mane dostavaji krome platu jeSte statni pfispevek, kter9 se fidi podle toho, zda jsou svobodni ei tenati, zda mantel ei manielka nevidomeho normalne vidi nebo jsou-li take zrakove postiteni.

Nevidomi neplati jizdne v tramvaji a metru, pfi cestovani vlakem maji polovieni slevu, neplati rozhlasov9 poplatek a mohou chodit zdarma na koncerty, do divadel a do vSech kulturne zabavnich podnikn. Maji take narok na pfednostni zfizeni telefonni stanice a na rozdil od ostatnich obCanti . ni poplatek, ale neplati mesrani investi C pouze hovorne.

14/VESTNIK-8. tinora 1989

tie rvie seesky Us Study Czech!

Lekco pat"— Lesson

lye

Read the following exercises and words out LOUD with your parents or friends.

VETY— SENTENCES Vyslovene nebo napsane myglence fikame veta.

Spoken or written thoughts are called sentences. *** Pfeetete a opi gte tyto vety.— Read and copy the following sentences: Hana pige Helena ete knihu.

Robert kresli lod'.

Karel skdee.

Anieka nese tagku.

(Translate the above sentences.) *** Vety o osobach— Sentences about people.

Zaci se uei abecedu.

Ueitel je hodnY, moudrY elovek.

Reditel nagi gkoly je pan Dvofak.

(Translate) *** Vety o zvifatech— Sentences about animals: Slon stoji v parku.

Ligka je chytre zvife.

Medved je velikY a chlupatY. (Translate) *** Vety o vecech.— Sentences about things.

Vpfedu stojI still.

Na stole le21 knihy.

Na zdi visi obrazy.

(Translate) ***

Vety, kterYmi neco oznamujemeSentences used to announce something, or state something.

Pfijmou se delnici.

Proda se proutenY koearek.

Slavnost zaeind v 8 hodin veer.

Pfedstaveni se ye stfedu opakuje.

Za vetou, kterou neco oznamujeme, pigeme teeku. (.)

(Translate) *** Vety, kterYmi se taleme— Sentences that ask a question.

Proe nemag knihu?

Kdo to napige?

Kde pracuje tatinek?

Za vetou, kterou se ta2eme, pigeme otaznik. (?)

(Translate) *** Vety, kterYmi rozkazujemeSentences that command or order something to be done.

Chod' v pravo!

Nebehej po ulici!

Pozor!

Bud' opatrnY! Za vetou, kterou rozkazujeme, pigeme vykfienik. (!)

(Translate) *** SLOVNitEK—VOCABULARY veta— sentence tikol— lesson vlak— train feditel— director Mk— student (male) 2akyne— student (female) ligka— fox vik— wolf medved— bear ulice— street zvife— animal teeka— period otaznik— question mark vykfienik— exclamation mark delnik— worker koearek— small buggy slavnost— celebration ovoce— fruit pismeno— letter hrug ka— pear *** Li gka a veverka 2iji v lese.

Jsou to divoka zvifata.

Krava, küñ, oveeka, husa, koe'ka a pes 2iji na dvole.

Kravy a kone 2iji ye chlevech. Pes ma boudu.

Krava dava mleko. Kith taha vozy.

Jsou to domaci zvifata.

—SPJST

Klub Kontinental Tour Medjugorje, Yugoslavia, Hungary, Austria, Czechoslovakia and West Germany

June 5 to 25, 1989 -- 21 Days $2,950.00 per person Includes airfare, motorcoach transportation, hotel, 2 meals daily, sightseeing with FREE TIME in Czechoslovakia to research genealogy, visit relatives/Mends, car/chauffuer available OR AIRFARE ESCORTED TO PRAGUE JUNE 5 to 25, 1989

Klub Kontinental's 3rd Farm Exchange Tour With Czechoslovakia September 15 to 28, 1989 -- 14 Days $1,495.00 per person This is a reciprocal exchange between Slusovice JZD farm cooperative. Free time to visit relatives/friends, genealogy, look up roots. Includes airfare, hotel with 3 meals daily, sightseeing.

Available For Immediate Booking The PODLUZAN FOLK AND DANCE ENSEMBLE of Breclav, Czechoslovakia - limited dates in July 1989 available in states For bookings contact Rudy & Henrietta Klecka, P.O. Box 28, East Bernard, TX 77435, or phone 409-335-4456 after 6 p.m. 409-335-4471 PUBLIC INVITED - No Charges - To Klub Kontinental Video and Slide Presentation Highlights Of 1988 Tour Of Medjurgorje, Vienna And Czechoslovakia Sunday, February 19, 1989 At 1 to 5 p.m., Riverside Hall, East Bernard, TX. Discussion Of June and September 1989 Tours.

Learn Czech With Us 73rd lesson. Revision Exercises.

1) Supply suitable suffixes (-ost, -o, -ka, -ota, -i): Mal' Petr ma rad sladk- (sladke veci). Pavel je nemocnY, ma tepl-.

Tam, kde vladl cisaf, bylo cisaf-.

Musite mit trpeliv-. Peeivo kupujeme v peke-, zeleninu v Cas, kdy je elovek mlady, je mlad-. Jakou mail ty boty velik-? Zdrav- eloveka je nejvetgi poklad. Letos bylo v lete velike such-.

To, co musime udelat, je na ge povinn-.

Umeni tvofit sochy je sochaf-. Opak dobra je zl-.

2) Supply suitable suffixes (-ba, -ek, -n0): Misto, kudy chodime (v budove), je chod-. To, co malujeme, je mal-. Hra, pfi ktere kopeme mié, je kopa-. To, 2e koufime, je koufe-. To, co jsme vyrobili, je vYrob-. To, co eterne, je eet-. To, 2e se field() narodil, je naroze-. To, 2e nekde nekomu je slu2-. Hra, pfi ktere hazime, je hazen- (handball). Prace kuchafe je vafe-. Ten, koho milujeme, je milk. -. To, 2e neco stavime, je stay-.

3) Form feminine nouns (-a, -yne, -ice, -ovna, -na, -ova): Ministr, czinec, Svoboda, 2a.k, cvieitel, kamarad, spolu-pracovnik, umelec, zaeateenik, kral, obyvatel, doktor, pfedseda, fidie, kolega, posluchae, herec, pfitel, Pfemysl (kral), tchan, sportovec, Skfivanek, kehak, malif, houslista, krasavec, Janda, spravce, Jirasek, knihovnik, prodavae, Hromadka, zahradnik, Vacek.

4) Form adjectives from nouns (-iv, -in, -sk)5, -ckf, -ovf, -n( -enf): Dihn dedeeka, hrad králü, maso z telete, man2elka ueitele, povinnosti ueitele, tYden v lednu, pfednagka trvajici hodinu, maso z husy, dCim majici pet poschodi, vitr od jihu, elovek s upfimnYm srdcem, svetr z viny, maminka Karla, pfitel Aleny, salat ze zeleniny, kalhoty z noviny vychazejici rano, 12ice ze dfeva, barva eaje, hfebik ze 2eleza, \talky s Napoleonem, mlade ptaka, roman pro divky.

5) Form adjectives (-skf, -ckj, -m-, -atf, -natf, 401, -avf, -ivf): Ulice v Praze, kraj majici hodne hrnec s dirami,'elm& majici rozum, stat na ostrovech, new ve tvaru elipsy, system dalnic, Novel( majici hodne vlasü, kofeni z Indie, den, kdy hodne pr gi (degf-).

Key to exercises from lesson 72: 1. sberatel, tazatel, posluchae, radce/poradce, feditel, hrae, cestovatel, hlidae, iidiC, soudce, herec, prodavae, pfekladatel, houslista, kytarista, ly2af, novindf, hodindf, farmaf, hudebnik, knihovnik, hokejista, dru2stevnik, zahradnik, etenar,

statnik, sberae, 2. ruenik, letadlo, gatnik, ueebnice, sedadlo, 2ehlieka, jizdenka, ve gak, vafie, sekaeka, peeivo, lepidlo, umyvadlo, glehae, hokejka, 3. ueebna, mlekarna, staveni g te, feditelna, studovna, knihovna, cukrarna, hfi gte, jidelna, telocviena, eistirna, tiskarna, koupelna, 4. rybnik, dolina, kralovstvi, Brnensko, vYgina, chodnik, prostfedek, travnik, Taborsko, rovina, rozcesti, slabina, vnitfek, 5. surovina, mostne, ru gtina, kapesne, praigtina, papirovina.

JAN HOLUB

Proe pes honi zajica?

Zajic a pes byli raz dobfi pfatele.

Raz v zime gli spolu cestum. Bylo hrozne zima. Umluvili se, 2e sli slo2i oheii a 2e se budu ohfivaf. Zajic nogil ro2cli a pes skladal °hen. Dy u2 oheii slo2ili, hfil se pes u ohila a zajica polad poiIal na dfevo. To zajica hnevalo. Dy zas pfines dfevo, stanul se k °hint a 2durnul psa do ohlia tak, 2e se cele pracky opalil. Zajic utek a od teho easu ho pes honi. Pes ale od tej doby ma pracky na spodu spalene, hole.

Z Jakubeovic. Zapsal Jos. Flanderka, pfepsal T. SITIO.

Nejstargi radioaktivni lame Nejstargi radioaktivni lazne na svete byly zalo2eny v roce 1906 v zapadoeeskem meste Jachymov. V prvnim roce existence se tu Weil° tficet pacientii. V soueasn6 dobe je jich kolem sedmnacti tisic roene.

Nejsilnej gim zdrojem radioaktivnich vod je pramen akademika Frantigka Behounka, vyverajici na dvanactem pate dolu Svornost s vydatnosti 450 hektolitrii za minutu. Cerpaci zafizeni udr2uje v provozu kolektiv co 2 je opet rarita nejen v eeskoslovenskYch, ale i evropskYch laznich. Leei se tu pfeva2ne choroby pohyboveho tistroji.

Zajima y ST pfirustek Velice zajimavY pfirustek maji v mimoliskem hfebeine Statniho statku Zakupy v severnich Cechách, kde chovaji anglicke pinokrevniky pro es. dostihovY sport. Nedavno ziskali plemenneho ryzaka jmenem Monsigneur, kterY se narodil v roce 1974 v USA, kde dokazal dvakrat zvitezit ye dvanacti elitnich dostizich s nejvyggim tzv. grupovYm oznaeenim (Group Gradde races). Do Mimone se dostal pies francouzskY hfebein Hotweil, irskY Waterside Stud a gvYcarskou agenturu Stall Beliar. Nepatfi sice k nejmladgim, ale z hlediska chovu patfi do tizke spiky do CSSR importovanYch

NESEM VAM NOVINY!!!

For Christmas enjoyment & gifts-lovely cassette of Czech Christmas carols & hymns.

Also available is polka & waltz classic favorites cassette. Lyrics included - 17 songs on each 40-min. tape. Price: $8.50 plus $1.50 shipping per tape.

Write: EAST BERNARD CZECH SINGERS, c/o Martha Viktorin, Rt. 2, Box 224, East Bernard, TX 77435. Specify "Christmas" or "Classic". ' eky vyphinjte na The Czech Educational Foundation of Texas, c/o Ben Trealek, Jr., treasurer, Rt. 3, Box 111-A, Caldwell, TX. 77836. Tato prosba neni omezena jen do statu Texas, ale nadace pfijme ka2clou eastku odkudkoliv na teto zemekouli.

Wednesday, February 8, 1989-VESTNIK/15

SENT CALENDAR

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, Feb. 10-Social and Youth Club Valentine Party Friday, Feb. 17-Family Social Night Tuesday, Feb. 21-Cottonwood Water Supply Meeting, 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 24-Family Social Night Sunday, Apr. 16-Hosting District III Spring Meeting *** LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX Saturday, Feb. 18-Texas Unlimited Saturday, Feb. 25-Leather and Lace Saturday, Mar. 18-Texas Unlimited Saturday, Mar. 25-People's Choice *** LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Saturday, Apr. 8-Hosting State "42" Tournament (Regular Lodge Meeting every 2nd Wednesday at 7 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Sunday, Feb. 12-Lee Roy Matocha, 4-8 Saturday, Feb. 18-King of Swing, 8:30-12:30 Sunday, Feb. 26-BATTLE DANCE: Tony Janak vs. Eddie Ray and The Polka Dots, 3-8 Saturday, Mar. 4-Jodie Mikula, 8:30-12:30 Sunday, Mar. 12-Spring Polka Fest, 2-8; music

by Vrazels, Fritz Hodde, and Leo Majek Orchestra Saturday, Mar. 18-King of Swing, 8:30-12:30 (Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 to 12:30) *** LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Saturday, Feb. 11-Private Monday, Feb. 13-Board Meeting Saturday, Feb. 25-House-Hill Wedding Dance; music by Sterling Country (Games every Wednesday night, 7 p.m.; Kitchen/Bar Open; Lic. #1-74-0875354-3) *** LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Thursday, Feb. 9-Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 11-Italy City Limits (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 18-Vrazel's (P/W/Var.) Saturday, Feb. 25-Lone Star Czech (P/W/C) (For reservations call 875-6321 or 875-5458) *** LODGE NO. 28, EAST BERNARD Sunday, Mar. 5-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. at Lodge Hall Sunday, Mar. 12-First Semi-Annual Meeting of the "Czech National Cemetery" Association, 2 p.m. at SPJST Lodge Hall, East Bernard *** LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Sunday, Mar. 12-Lodge Meeting, 4 p.m.; Youth Club Meeting, 3 p.m.

(Lodge 29 Adult Meeting every 2nd Sunday, 4 p.m.; Youth Club Meeting, 3 p.m.) ***

Sunday, Meeting

LODGE NO. 30, TAITON Apr.-Hosting District VI Spring ***

LODGE NO. 32, VICTORIA Wednesday, Feb. 8-Monthly Lodge Meeting at Citizens National Bank, 7:30 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, Feb. 11-Cherokee Rose Sunday, Feb. 12-Meeting, 3 p.m.; Youth Club Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 18-Dakota Saturday, Feb. 25-Billy Roy and Heart of The Night (Lodge Meetings 2nd Sunday at 3 p.m.; Youth Meetings 2nd Sunday at 2:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON Thursday, Feb. 9-Lodge Meeting at Warrenton Guest Room; also Hot Dogs with Chili afterwards ***

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Sunday, Feb. 19-Initiation of New Members Sunday, Mar. 12-Lodge 84 Anniversary Dinner ***

LODGE NO. 180 BURLESON Saturday, Feb. 11-New South Saturday, Feb. 18-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Feb. 25-Treadin' Water Saturday, Mar. 4-Country Junction Saturday, Mar. 11-New South Saturday, Mar. 18-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Mar. 25-NO DANCE; EASTER ***

LODGE NO. 87, TEMPLE Friday, Feb. 10-Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m. Light Refreshments afterwards ***

FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

LODGE NO. 4, HALLETTSVILLE Sunday, Feb. 12-Lodge Meeting at Mr. Gatti's, 2 p.m.; also honoring January/February/March Birthday Celebrants ***

LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE Sunday, Feb. 12-Bountiful Meal and Fellowship, 12 noon; Lodge Meeting, 1 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN Sunday, Mar. 5-Adult Meeting, 2 p.m.; Youth Meeting following and Sandwich Supper/Volleyball Saturday, Mar. 25-Youth Easter Egg Hunt, 3 p.m.

Sunday, Apr. 2-Adult Meeting, 2 p.m.; Youth Meeting followng and Sandwich Supper/Volleyball *** LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Monday, Feb. 20-Regular Monthly Meeting Saturday, Mar. 18-Robin Nolan Wedding Monday, Mar. 20-Regular Monthly Meeting Saturday, Apr. 15-El Campo High School Senior Party Saturday, Mar. 6-Jose Gallegas Saturday, June 3-Manuel Reyes (Games every Monday night, 7:30 p.m.; Bingo License No. 3000-72-8240-0) *** LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, Feb. 11-Marek-Morris Wedding; Vrazel Polka-Band Friday, Feb. 17-Family Night Social, 6 p.m.; also Hamburgers and French Fries Saturday, Feb. 18-Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six Monday, Feb. 20-Trustees' Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 25-Hosting Supreme Lodge Workshop, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Dance, 8-12 p.m., The New Edition Tuesday, Feb. 28-Choral Club Resumes Practice, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Mar. 4-Hosting State Tarok Tournament; Dance at night with music by Charles Mikeska and The "Sensations" Saturday, Mar. 5-Lodge and Youth Club Meetings, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Mar. 11-Donnie Wavra and The HiLiters Saturday, Mar. 18-tlykel-Warham Wedding; Leroy Rybak Swinging Orch.

Saturday, Mar. 25-NO DANCE; Before Easter *** LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA (Happy Hour on Wednesdays, 6-10 p.m.; Game Social, 3rd Friday Night of each Month) *** LODGE NO. 51, ELLINGER Sunday, Mar. 12-Lodge Meeting at the Ellinger Fire Dept. Bldg. *** LODGE NO. 54, WEST Sunday, Mar. 5-Lodge Quarterly Meeting, 2 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, Feb. 11-Private Party Monday, Feb. 13-Taroks and Straight Domino Practice at Linden Hall, 7 p.m.; if interested playing Taroks, "42" or Straight, call 756-3427 Saturday, Feb. 18-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Feb. 25-Midnight Highway Saturday, March 25-Hosting State Straight Domino Tournament LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meeting first Monday of each month, 7:00 p.m.; Saturday night dances every first and third Saturday of the month, 9 to 1; games night every Thursday, 7-10; Permit #1-75-1052324-8; kitchen/bar open) *** LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL Saturday, Feb. 18-The New Edition, 9-12:30 Saturday, Apr. 1-Tommie Vanek, 9-12:30 Saturday, May 6-Majek Orchestra, 9-12:30 (Hall Location: 5502 Kostoryz Rd., Corpus Christi; 512-852-9042; Public Invited) (Meetings are held on 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m., unless notified otherwise) *** LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND Monday, Feb. 27-American Legion Post #526 Meeting, 7 p.m.

(Games Night every Thursday, at 7 p.m.; Lie. Permit No. 30000077-419-001).

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Wednesday, Feb. 8-Birthday Club Meeting/Luncheon Friday, Feb. 10-Texas Dancetime Band featuring Leon "Pappy" Selph (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 11-Al Pierson - Big Band; DRESS CODE Sunday, Feb. 12-24th Anniversary of Lodge 88; Dinner, 11:30 a.m. to ??; Games 2-4 p.m.; Dance, 5-9 p.m., music by Ray Jurecka Monday, Feb. 13-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 17-Russ Morgan - Big Band; DRESS CODE Saturday, Feb. 18-Lee Roy Matocha (P/T) Monday, Feb. 20-Czech Class, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb 24-Texas Brew - Ladies' Oriental Shrine Drummett Unit; Call 688-6134 for Information and Tickets Saturday, Feb. 25-Manny Green - Big Band; DRESS CODE Monday, Feb. 27-Czech Class, 7:30-9:30 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, Feb. 12-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

SHARP; Lodge Valentine Dance, 4-8 p.m.; Henry Rejcek Band Saturday, Mar. 18-KC 4th Degree Dance, 8:30 -12:30; The Czech Harvesters Saturday, Apr. 8-KASH FOR KIDS DANCE, 8:30 - 12:30; Jodie Mikula (All proceeds to Charity) (Dress Code for ballroom and waltz/polka dances; Game Nights first and third Tuesday of each month, 7-10; Lodge Meetings second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m.; or otherwise specified) *** LODGE NO. 130, DALLAS Saturday, Feb. 11-Valentine's Dance; Allan Reeves (B/R) Sunday, Feb. 17-SPJST Lodge Monthly Meeting, 3 p.m., followed with Potluck Supper; Members bring a covered dish Saturday, Feb. 18-Czech Harvesters (P/W) Saturday, Feb. 25-Allan Reeves (B/R) (Dances from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Dress Code to all ballroom dances, except to polka/waltz dances) *** LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON Sunday, Feb. 12-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Sunday, Mar. 5-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Sunday, Feb. 12-Monthly Lodge Meeting, 3 P.m. *** LODGE NO. 157, LUBBOCK Sunday, Apr. 23-Hosting District IV Meeting *** LODGE NO. 161, LA PARITA Sunday, Mar. 12-Lodge Quarterly Meeting, 11:30 a.m. at Gateway Restaurant, Pleasanton *** LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, Feb. 11-Texas Brew (Valentine; C/W) Saturday, Feb. 18-River Road Boys (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 25-Heart of Texas (C/W) Sunday, Mar. 12-Hosting District V Spring Meeting (Executive Members' & Board of Trustees' Meeting each 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 7:00 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. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, Feb. 11-Leather and Lace Saturday, Feb. 18-Gentries Saturday, Feb. 25-Hickory Creek (Dances from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.)

(Board of Trustees' meeting every 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Lodge Meeting every 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m.

Games every Tuesday, doors open at k:30 p.m. and Game time, 7 p.m.; License No. 17420422390-41002)

LODGE NO. 183, MID-CITIES Saturday, Feb. 11-Lodge Dance, 8-12; music by Cen-Tex Polka Band (Polka/Waltz w/Country) (Games every Sunday, 1:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m.; License Permit No. 17516910506-41002; Lodge meeting every second Sunday, 5:30 p.m.)

(For Lodge Rentals, call Tony Sanchez 264-9691, or Pat Still 265-5618, or call the Lodge 465-8538 *** LODGE NO. 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Thursday, Mar. 16-Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m. at Bavarian Village, New Braunfels *** LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL Sunday, Apr. 9-Hosting District I Spring Meeting (Regular monthly meeting on the 1st Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. This will remain the same until further notice. No meetings on Sunday.

Games every Monday, Wednesday, Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Kitchen/Bar Open; License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002) *** LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, Feb. 10-Debonaires Saturday, Feb. 11-Mac Abernathy Friday, Feb. 17-Jim McCord Band Saturday, Feb. 18-People's Choice Friday, Feb. 24-Mac Abernathy Saturday, Feb. 25-Debonaires Sunday, Mar. 12-Hosting District II Spring Meeting (Friday Night Dances, 8-12 p.m.; Saturday Night Dances, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.)

(Small private party room available; contact Albert Lange, 255-8157) *** LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE (Lodge meeting every first Monday, 7:30 p.m.; games every Sunday, 2 p.m. and every Wednesday, 7 p.m.; every Saturday dances, 9-1) *** LODGE NO. 189, BRYAN - COLLEGE STATION Sunday, Mar. 12-Quarterly Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. at W&W Real Estate Office, 4343 Carter Creek Parkway, Suite 117, Bryan *** - SPJST -

Continued from Page 12 about each day's activities and to discuss areas of special interest with members of the tour.

The tour will begin with air transport provided by Lufthansa, departing Dallas - Fort Worth for Vienna on July 15. From Vienna, the group will travel by Cedok motor coach to . Moravia, with visits and excursions to Brno, Olomouc, Ostrava, Frydek, Mistek, Hukvaldy Castle, Koprivnice, Vsetin, Roznov Pod Radhostem, the Valach "Open Air" Museum, Frenstat Pod Radhostem and Opava, then return to Vienna. A two - day optional "add on" visit in Vienna will also be available.

All Ports Travel has worked closely with the Historical Committee of the Dallas Czech Club to tailor - make this most unusual itinerary in order to meet the needs and interests of people sharing a special interest in Moravian culture and history. The arrangements provide a unique opportunity to explore and share cultural experiences with others of similar interests at a very affordable price.

For further details, write All Ports Travel, 2425 West Park Row, Arlington, Texas 76013; or call (817) 469 - 1414.

Kevin Hannan --SPJST---

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