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

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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 ISSN-07458800 MAY 31, 1989 NUMBER 22

SPJST Freshman Scholarship Winners, 1989-90

Sandra C. Bilnoski 4814 Elser, Houston, Texas; Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Peter P. Bilnoski, Sr.; Graduate: Waltrip High; Now Attending: Waltrip High; Major: Business - Marketing; Member: Lodge No. 88

Shelly Cox Route 4, Box 643, Alvarado, Texas; Parents: Jan and Gordon R. Cox; Graduate: Alvarado High; Now Attending: Alvarado High; Major: Biochemistry or Marketing; Member: Lodge No. 180

John Carl Crowell 700 Second Street (PO Box 183), Louise, Texas; Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Carl S. Crowell; Graduate: Louise High; Now Attending: Undecided; Major: Undecided; Member: Lodge No. 40

Tristan K. Cuba 3700 Gila, Temple, Texas; Parents: Benjamin and Bernadette Cuba; Graduate: Temple High; Now Attending: (Accepted for UT Austin); Major: School of Business; Member: Lodge No. 87

Anjanette Cureton 1134 N. Avenue C, Elgin, Texas; Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Paul Cureton; Graduate: Elgin High; Now Attending: (Still in High School); Major: (Undecided); Member: Lodge No. 18

Heather Cureton 1134 N. Avenue C, Elgin, Texas; Parents: Avis and Paul Cureton; Elgin High; Now Graduate: (Undecided); Major: Attending: (Undecided); Member: Lodge No. 18

Kristen Deanne Green 2231 Droxford, Houston, Texas; Parents: Larry and Betty Green; Graduate: Waltrip High; Now Attending: (Plan to attend Texas A&M University or University of Texas); Major: Business - Education; Member: Lodge No. 88

Kelley Leann Handy 101 Turtle Creek Drive, Waco, Texas; Parents: W .0. and Jeanette Brown; Graduate: Reicher High; Now Attending: (Undecided); Major: Business; Member: Lodge No. 66

Kimberly L. Hubnik Route 4, Box 318, Temple, Texas; Parents: Louis and Nancy Hubnik; Graduate: Rogers High; Now Attending: Temple Junior College; Major: Biochemistry; Member: Lodge No. 24

Patricia Elaine Janak Route 4, Box 172, Hallettsville, Texas; Parents: Hubert E. and Elizabeth Janak; Graduate: Hallettsville High; Now Attending: (Planning on San Angelo University or Texas Tech); Major: Petroleum Land Management; Member: Lodge No. 4

Jeffrey Reed Janek 51 Ridgecrest Estates, Joshua, Texas; Parents: Jerry and Karen Janek; Joshua High; Now Graduate: Attending: Midwestern State University; Major: Business; Member: Lodge No. 180

Glen Alan Kadlacek Route 1, Box 146, Riesel, Texas; Parents: Gene and Janet Kadlacek; Graduate: Riesel High; Now Attending: Riesel High; Major: Electronics; Member: Lodge No. 35

2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, May 31, 1989 VUESISSIL

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1, there will NOT be a Vestnik issued dated Wednesday, June 14. *** You are all encouraged to read the article written by Secretary Calvin C. Chervenka of TOCA, Inc. titled TOCA, Inc. -- A Lifetime Dream of Many. He calls to attention the meeting to be held Saturday morning, June 10, 1989 at the RVOS Headquarters Building in Temple and describes the objectives of the organization. At least two representatives of the various Texas Czech - founded organizations are requested to be present; that includes fraternal benefit societies, fire insurance associations, CEFT, CESAT, etc. Please take note of this endeavor. *** Saturday, May 13th -- The officers and directors of the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) met at 10 a.m. at the SPJST Home Office in Temple.

The reconstructed By - Laws were discussed, considered and adopted.

The meeting lasted longer than usual and those in attendance felt good progress was made. Present were President J.J. Skrivanek, Jr., Vice President Sid Pokladnik, Secretary Marvin Marek, Treasurer Ben Trcalek, Jr., Reporters R.J. Sefcik and Jan Vaculik, Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir, Tim Kostom, Clint Machann, Louis Hanus and Calvin Chervenka.

There also was a $25,000 check, which was authorized at the SPJST XXV Convention, presented to the CEFT at this meeting. *** At the District III spring meeting held Sunday, April 16, 1989 at Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood, your editor brought certain items to the attention of our SPJST members attending the meeting. Since then, there have been numerous questions asked and answers given, most by telephone.

Webster's dictionary describes Conflict of Interest as "conflict between the private interests and the official responsibilities of a person in a position of TRUST." All offices, positions, etc. of all our officials and employees, etc. are positions of Fraternal Trust which simply means that all decisions must be made in favor of the whole (our SPJST Society) and not in favor of an individual or individuals.

Good laws on Conflict of Interest can stop civil lawsuits -- just read the newspapers, especially in Texas pertaining to the Savings and Loan Associations and look at what is happening in Washington and Congress.

Our SPJST Fraternal Society was and is affected by the public's confidence trust and interest and depends on such. Our officials and employees should conduct their personal financial affairs in such ways to escape direct or indirect conflict with those of our Society. Those conditions could cause problems in their judgement with respect to our Society.

And, by the way, did you read the minutes of the Quarterly Meeting of the Supreme Lodge held April 10 - 11, 1989, and notice on page 4, column 2, (in May 17 Vestnik issue) paragraph 4 -- in discussing FAC Workshop quote: "Some Board members proceeded to suggest the kind of snacks to provide."

Why waste time on snack trivialities?

Have you ever asked your director what it costs our Society to put a Universal Life or Lone Pay Life policy on our books? If you have, have they had an answer? *** New college graduates, fearful at the prospect of elbowing their way into the job market, often put too much faith in employment agencies to land them the perfect job. While agencies may get you a few interviews, they should be used only to supplement a diligent job hunt that begins at the college placement office. You should also tap your network of personal contacts.

Most agencies start by interviewing applicants to determine their skills, then scour listings and arrange interviews with area employers. The better firms will prep clients on prospective employers and offer interview pointers. But most employment agencies are paid by the employer after a candidate is placed, so your agency may push you to interview for positions that do not suit you. Once you take a job, you may be obligated to work for a year or so or, should you leave early, repay some of the fee. The few agencies that are not employer - paid charge clients a fee upon placement of 15 to 20 percent of the first year's salary, due in installments. Try to find employment counselors certified by the National Association of Personnel Consultants, a trade group that requires members to have two years of experience. ***

Like it or not, the real - estate agent helping you house hunt is actually working for the seller and is legally bound to try to get the seller the highest price. Until recently, agents did not have to tell you this. Now, nearly 30 states require that agents come clean. But buyers no longer have to fend for themselves. You can hire a buyer - broker to work on your behalf.

These agents differ from traditional agents in that they are required to secure a price and contract terms favorable to the buyer. In addition, in case of multiple bids, a buyer - broker will often prepare several offers and present to the seller the bid most advantageous to you. And buyer brokers are duty - bound to give you information that you are not likely to get from a traditional agent, such as whether the seller will settle for substantially less than the asking price.

There is a catch, however. The buyer broker's commission usually comes out of the selling price, and so the more you pay, the more he or she makes. Some buyer - brokers instead charge an hourly fee of $200 or so, which you must pay whether or not you find a home. Others charge a flat fee that could reach several thousand dollars depending on the buyer's price range. But often the commission, which averages 3 to 3.5 percent, is your most economical option. To find a buyer - broker in your area, call the Real Estate Buyers Agent Council. ***

Visually impaired shoppers can now get the Consumer Reports "Buying Guide" in a large - print format. The 1989 guide is available in paperback for $29.95 and can be ordered through bookstores.

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Larry Wayne Kelarek Route 1, Box 45, Burlington, Texas; Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Lee Kelarek; Graduate: Rogers High; Now Attending: Temple Junior College; Major: Accounting; Member: Lodge No. 24

Allen Ray Klanika Route 1, Box 230, Taft, Texas; Parents: Alton and Mary Ann Klanika; Graduate: Taft High; Now Attending: Taft High; Major: Liberal Arts - French; Member: Lodge No. 79

Joel H. Mallard PO Box 378, Centerville, Texas; Parents: John H. and Marjean S. Mallard; Graduate: Centerville High; Now Attending: Centerville High; Major: Finance; Member: Lodge No. 188

Bart Martinec 1106 Maberry, Lufkin, Texas; Parents: Mr. and Mrs. James M. Martinec; Graduate: Lufkin High; Now Attending: Baylor University or Rice University; Major: Mathematics; Member: Lodge No, 24

Brandon Joel Mikeska PO Box 780, Eola, Texas; Parents: Bill and Candice Mikeska; Graduate: Eden Consolidated High; Now Attending: (Undecided); Major:(Undecided), Member: Lodge No. 49

Jeffrey Craig Richards Route 1, Box 126 - R, Rogers, Texas; Parents: Billy G. and Gladys M. Richards; Graduate: Rogers High; Now Attending: (Undecided); Major: Criminal Justice; Meinbet . Lodge No. 24

Kimberly DeAnn Schiller Box 247, Rogers, Texas; Parents: Schiller; Rubylee and Joseph Rogers High; Now Graduate: Major: (Undecided); Attending: Health Field; Member: Lodge No. 24

Kimberly Denise Schneider Route 1, Box 56, Burlington, Texas; Patricia and Curtis Parents: Schneider; Graduate: Rogers High; Now Attending: (Probably Texas Major: University); A&M Biochemistry; Member: Lodge No. 24

Rebecca Leigh Tomasek Route 1, Box 101 - A, Georgetown, Texas; Parents: Allan Roy and Mary Ann Tomasek; Graduate: Granger High; Now Attending: Texas A&M Mechanical Major: University; Engineering; Member: Lodge No. 20

Bobby Ray Tlustos, Jr. PO Box 273, Elm Mott, Texas; Parents: Mary Lou and Bobby R. Tlustos, Sr.; Graduate: Connally High, Waco; Now Attending: Baylor University; Major: Business, Pre Law; Member: Lodge No. 35

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Cynthia A Silhan 1206 East 23rd, Houston, Texas; Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Leslie J. Silhan; Graduate: John H. Reagan High; Now Attending: (Undecided); Major: Banking and Finance; Member: Lodge No. 88

Cheryl Stasny 8402 Shenandoah Drive, Austin, Texas; Parents: Johnny and Bennie Stasny; Graduate Stephen F. Austin High; Now Attending: (Undecided); Major: Liberal Arts; Member: Lodge No. 29

INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTIONS Mail Your Individual Contributions To: SPJST Supreme Lodge P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 ATTENTION: Office if the President Enclosed: $

Kimberly K. WinL:.r 1807 Lexington, Taylor, Texas; Parents: Toni Winkler; Graduate: Taylor High; Now Attending: (Undecided); Major: (Undecided); Member: Lodge No. 29 —SPJST-

Contribution CZECH C AIR Contribution BATTLESHIP TEXAS Total Enclosed 19

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[Correction from previous week's Vestnik] District I Lois Haile Lodge 186 I [Lodge 39 was erroneously submitted]

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Lodge 130, alias Lodge 30, Taiton Lodge 28, East Bernard Lodge 107, Floresville Lodge 154, Fort Worth Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Lodge 133, San Antonio

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PERSONAL DONATIONS TO CZECH C 1. Alvin and Frances Schimcek Lodge 133, San Antonio 2. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Alexander Lodge 88, Houston 3. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lupik Lodge 28, East Bernard

Freeman J. Horaceski 4.

Rosenberg, Texas 5. Louis and Elsie Roznovsky Lodge 88, Houston 6. Mary Pavey - Lodge 154, Fort Worth (in memory of Benny Pavey)

Seated Clockwise: Melvin Steger [29], D.I. Bohac [80], Louis Kohutek [47], Ray Woytek [187], Edwin Adamek [29], Bobby Wuensche [29].

PERSONAL DONATIONS TO RESTORATION OF BAT1LESHIP TEXAS 1. Lydia K. Skrabanek - Lodge 17, Caldwell 2. Agnes Helen Hyzak - Lodge 133, San Antonio and the Students of Czech Class Number One of San Antonio (in memory of Brigadier General Herbert John Blaha and John Paul Jenicek)

3. Alvin and Frances Schimcek Lodge 133, San Antonio 4. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Alexander Lodge 88, Houston 5. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lupik Lodge 28, East Bernard 6. Mary Pavey - Lodge 154, Fort Worth (in memory of Benny Pavey)

Total lodge and personal contributions as of May 25, 1989:

CZECH CHAIR '2,980.70

Sales representatives in attendance at the Home Office in Temple. Clockwise: Johnnie Krizan [6], Ruth Krizan [6], Charlie Waits [24], Kathy Fritz [177], Ladis Navratil [87], Louise Zavodny [24], Doris Law [177], Leveda Geistmann [24], E.J. Geistmann [guest, L - 24], Lad Zatopek [87], Jerry Valchar [87].

BATTLESHIP TEXAS '1,560.60

Evelyn Heese [47], Vallie Zavodny [47], Emily Stuteville [47], Walter Jezek [177], Barbara Wright [177], Alice Banning [47], Dolores Skrabanek [47], Dorothy Pechal [47], Judith Riola [72], Frankie Klinkovsky [47], Ruby Bolton [47].

Attendance at Lodge No. 29, Taylor. Clockwise: Rubie Volek [187], Norma Cavanaugh [20], Amelia Pokorny [29], Anne Tomastik [177], Cathryn Delancey [187].

Pictured Clockwise: Daniel Marek [174], Zephyr Marek [guest, L - 174], Sue Brasher [18], Evelyn Gustafson [18], Albin Machu [29], Elaine Machu [guest, L 29], Lambert Skubal 174]

Joe Liles [80], Linda Johnson [177], Helen Bland [177], Adeline Kohutek [visitor, L - 47], Wallace Jez [47], Elsie Jez [visitor, L - 47].

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SPJST Mnkes Conii'ibution 7o CEFT

SFM Gene McBride exrai ling the Continuing Education Program to all sees representatives present.

District II Sales kepresentatives Attend Seminars SFM Gene Mc ride conducted seminars in Temple at the Home Office and at Lodge No. 29 in Taylor recently. There was a total of 41 sales representatives in attendance who fulfilled their three - hour continuing education for the spring period.

The seminar concentrated on the principles of Universal Life insurance.

Many areas of this interest - sensitive

SFM Gene McBride [left] with District H Director Willie E. Kohutek. product were discussed to help our sales representatives present its many features to our membership.

It is to the lodges' advantage to support the sales representatives and help them secure new members in order to keep the lodge growing in size and activity.

We thank the sales representatives for taking their valuable time to stay current in their knowledge of our insurance products to better serve our SPJST membership.

Fraternally, Bernard M. Gebala Vice President —SPJST-

SPJST State King Daryl Kortis And Queen Marcy Dorotik Appear In Bruceville-Eddy 1)arade

A $25,000 CHECK PRESENTATION -- District HI Director Sid Pokladnik [left] presenting a check, on behalf of the SPJST Society to, CEFT Treasurer Ben Trcalek, Jr. Others sharing the happy moment include Sidney Kacir, J.J. Skrivanek, Jr. and Louis Hanus.

The Czech Educational Foundation of Texas [C C' -cers and Directors -Seated, L to R: Tim Kostom, J.J. Skrivanek, Jr., Marvin Marek. Standing, L to R: Sid Pokladnik, Clint Machann, Louis Hanus, Sidney Kacir, Jan Vaculik, R.J. Sefcik, Calvin Chervenka and Ben Trcalek, Jr.

Lodge Karel Jonas No. 28, East Bernard looggii"2,

4 Daryl Kortis and Queen Marcy Dorotik are being driven by District 11 1mector Willie E. -,:f.htek.

King Daryl and Queen Marcy are pictured with the banner carriers, L to R: David and James Kortis.

State Field Manager Gene 7 :B7-71:? an wife, Frances, ride in 7-ruceville - Eddy Parade. Gene is the Mayor of iruceviU - Eddy.

Lodge No. 17, New Tab. Dear Members: Lodge No. 17 held its regular monthly (May) meeting at 2 p.m. with all officers present.

We had two resolutions for Sister Olga Siptak and Brother Albert Lehde.

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of these departed members.

Susan Skrabanek will take the volleyball team to the Burleson County Fair in June.

More planning was done for the spaghetti lunch; you may buy advance tickets from members of New Tabor, just ask Wilford Hildebrand who is in charge of ticket sales. We will need ladies of the lodge to bake sweets for dessert.

After the meeting, we had a reception for our 50 - year members attending, namely, Martha Trcalek and Thomas Macik; the 50 - year pins were presented by President Ben Trcalek, Jr. Fraternally, Lola Vavra, Reporter —SPJST-

Dear Members: The agenda will follow the standard "Order of Business" in the June 4th monthly business meeting Sunday of Lodge Karel Jonas, but will be kept as short as possible. The meeting will convene at 2 p.m. in the lodge hall. In addition to the regular items on the agenda, there will be some items that were missed, omitted and/or were incomplete in the May meeting. Only items of business that need IMMEDIATE attention will be taken care of.

June 18th is Father's Day this year and in early observance of this day, the lodge will give prizes to two (2) lucky fathers. The drawing will be handled

by FAC Kelner before the meeting adjourns. The regular door prize will also be given and members with June birthdays will be remembered.

A buffet luncheon and fraternal hour will convene upon adjournment of the business meeting. According to FAC Kelner, Tarok cards, dominoes and horseshoe will be available after the luncheon to those wishing to pursue these activities.

The May monthly business meeting was short, with the main part of the agenda consisting of reports. A report was made on the added pressure being placed on the Supreme Lodge by another department of the Texas state government in Austin. It was reported that the lodge's share of contributions to the two projects sponsored by Supreme Lodge had been forwarded -these being the Battleship Texas and the "Czech Chair".

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 31, 1989 With no new business needing immediate attention, the drawings were held and our meeting adjourned 47 minutes after it started.

Mrs. Martha Bartos won the regular door prize, again. The special Mother's Day prizes were won by Sister Frances Haverda and Sister Aline Kortis, respectively. This part of the meeting was handled by FAC "Tony" Kelner, also three present members had their birthdays in May. Fried chicken and assorted trimmings were served buffet luncheon style after the business meeting. Additional food was donated

by Mrs. Bartos, Sisters Haverda, Hanzelka, Kasmir, Brdecka, H. Kelner, Perez and Nezval; also, last but not least, Brothers Bartos, Brdecka, Lupik, Kumena and "Tony" Kelner contributed to this donated food. This was enjoyed by all who stayed.

On the subject of fraternalism: This writer heard a statement that made him ask himself the question "What is

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a True Fraternalist Anyway?" Surely, it is not what he had just heard. His own criteria are far from what he had heard and, at this point in time, he will let "sleeping dogs lay" until he has a chance to write a proper letter on this subject when more time and space will be available to allow a full point of view to be made.

At this time, this writer wishes to invite ALL MEMBERS of Lodge Karel Jonas, WHO CAN, to attend the June meeting and all monthly meetings thereafter. Who is a member of this lodge? Anyone who has an SPJST insurance and/or annuity issued through Lodge No. 28 is a member of Lodge Karel Jonas. If your better half is NOT a member, bring them with you anyway. They WILL BE WELCOME, also.

To the faithful, see you on the 4th and this writer remains --Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President

—SPJST-

No. 33 Blerblerville Annual Fish Fry

I'Lembers of Lodge 33 :leling

annual Fish Fry in May, 1989.

Lodge 39, Bryan.

Prepares For Annual Czech Festival Dear Members: Plans for our second annual SPJST Arts and Crafts Czech Festival are now underway. The event has been scheduled for Saturday, September 30th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., on the lodge grounds. We are hoping that this year's festival will be even more successful than last year. A variety of entertainment is being planned. The festival will include a full day of activities featuring; arts and crafts (with vendors from throughout the state), live music, a Czech museum, kolaches, a variety of food booths, children's activities and much more.

There is no admission charge to the festival, however, we will conclude the day's festivities with a dance featuring the ever - popular polka and waltz music, to which there will be a general admission ticket price.

This type of event takes many hours of dedication and hard work on the part of our lodge. I will be calling on you for your assistance in various areas as plans continue to progress.

Therefore, I thought you may want to mark the date of the festival on your calendars. Although, it may seem early, time seems to pass all too quickly. If I fail to contact you and you are willing to work at the festival, please notify me. I may be reached at (409) 696 - 6156.

I would also like to invite each of you to attend our next regular monthly meeting on Sunday, June 4th at 2 p.m.

Come out and see what's happening in YOUR lodge. There will be a potluck sandwich supper immediately following the meeting and those wishing to participate in the Annual District I Volleyball Tournament (to be held in September), will start practicing! For those not wishing to participate in volleyball, there will be dominoes, and good old - fashioned fellowship. Please come out and join us!

Fraternally, Renea Macik, Planning Chmn.

—SPJSTAttention: All Crafters

And Artists

Frank Macat [left] and Johnnie Siptak, Jr. assisting during fish fry.

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES Home or Farm Mortgages: 9 3/4% for 1 to 7 years 10% for 8 to 10 years 10 1/4% for 11 to 15 year 10 1/2% for 16 to 20 years Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 11 1/4% for 10 years ii 3/4% fz- 11 to 15 years

Delvin Siptak and Cotton Macat frying fish for the annual lodge activity.

INTEREST RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE: 9% annualized effective through 7-31-89

'INTEREST RATE FOR ANNUITIES 8.5% annualized

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You're invited to participate in the Annual Arts and Crafts Czech Festival at SPJST Lodge No. 39, Bryan, Texas on Saturday, September 30th, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will be held on the lodge grounds off Texas Highway 21 West near the Texas A&M Annex. We are hoping for another great year with all our past vendors and we look forward to having new ones, also.

Booth assignments will be made on a first come - first serve basis, upon receipt of application and fee.

Deadline for registration is September 17th. Late applications will be accepted as standby. All booth spaces are outdoors, will be 10' x 10' and cost will be $30.

Food booths are also welcome and will be restricted to a specific area.

Participate as an individual or center your non - profit organization for a great fund - raiser!

For an application or additional information, please write to: Renea Macik, 1303 Village Drive, College Station, Texas 77840; or call me at (409) 696 - 6156.

Fraternally, enea Macik, Planning Chmn.

Lodge No® 40, ii Campo-Hillje The regular monthly meeting was held on Monday, May 15, 1989, following the social games. resident Rita Vanek called the meeting to order requesting Kim Kacal to lead the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for our deceased and sick members, especially Rudolph W. Stropek and Anna M. Rod, who passed away since our last meeting.

Secretary Leona Macha called the roll of officers; all were present except Trustee James Bacak.

The minutes of the previous meeting held on April 17, 1989, were read and approved.

All correspondence received was read: Transfer request certificate for Edwin R. Vesely requesting transfer to Lodge No. 138, acknowledgement from SPJST Scholarship Fund for memorial gift in memory of Julia Flora Kopecky, a thank you note from El Campo Opportunity Center for contribution for food booth at the Youth Fair, a thank you note from the family of Fred Stepan, a letter from SL Secretary - Treasurer Leonard Mikeska advising the change of phone number, a letter from SL Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas regarding number of delegates to be elected to future conventions as per Article IV of our By - laws and another letter from Jerry Mikulas regarding collection of lodge dues, a letter from District VI Secretary Elaine Berkovsky regarding plans and preparation for 1992 SPJST Convention to be held in Victoria. Our lodge will participate in the 1992 Convention volunteering to work with flag ceremony, registering delegates, tours - trips for non - delegate visitors, food, hostesses, advertising, youth program, group pictures, memorial service, city map and other committees.

A motion by Madeline Shimek, seconded by Mary Ann Karasek, to approve transfer of Edwin R. Vesely to Lodge No. 138. Motion carried.

The members heard reports from officers. Second Vice President Dora Lee Kopecky reported Family Day social to be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 25th. Youth Leader Mary Ann Karasek reported on activities of the youth club. Treasurer Madeline Shimek gave the financial report for April, 1989. A copy of the complete report is on file.

A motion by Frankie Vanek, seconded by Bennie Reck, to contribute $150 to Louise Volunteer Fire Department. Motion carried.

A motion by. Mary Ann Karasek, seconded by Donna Munoz, to adjourn; passed.

Gene Valigura won the door prize.

Leona Macha, Secretary —SP JST

Attention Lodge No. 47, Seaton Members!

Our lodge members are reminded to bring cakes, kolaches, cookies and things for the auction, also for the country store bring canned goods such as pickles, etc. for Seaton Star Hall Picnic which will be held Sunday, June 4th, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Your donations will be appreciated.

Fraternally, George Pavelka Lodge 47 President —SPJST-

Wednesday, May 31, 1989—VESTNIK /7

Lodge No. 54, West The second quarterly meeting of 1989 will be held Friday, June 16th at 7 p.m. at Lone Star Hall in West.

Ladies are asked to bring a dessert to add to a meal which will be furnished by the lodge.

All members are asked to make a conscious effort to attend this meeting and take part in the activities of the lodge and share in the fellowship.

Fraternally yours, Anne Emery English Reporter —SPJSTLodge

Millie Schiller was also a guest.

Our next meeting will be held Friday evening, June 9th at 7:30 p.m.

The lodge would like to express deepest sympathy to Vlasta Coufal in the loss of her sister, Mary Rose (Kalenda) Chaloupka of Crowley, Texas.

Get well wishes are extended to all convalescing.

We would like to acknowledge receiving the complimentary and thank you notes from fifty - year members, Viola Evelyn (Mrs. Clarence) Jezek and Lillie Emma McDonald.

May each of you have a safe and enjoyable summer and all of your days be beautiful.

Fraternally, Dorothy Chervenka —SPJST-

No. 87, Temple

Dear Members: SPJST Lodge No. 87 honored their 50 - year members at the meeting held Friday evening, May 12th at the lodge hall on Middle Road at 6:30 p.m.

President Navratil called the meeting to order. Flag Bearer Ed Reisner led the lodge in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Deceased members were remembered in silent tribute.

A motion was made and seconded to dispense with the business meeting.

Dorothy Chervenka was called on to give the blessing.

A covered dish meal was served to members and guests.

Following the meal guests were introduced as follows: President Howard Leshikar and wife, Mary, from State Headquarters, also Sidney Kacir and wife, Dorothy and son, Dan Kacir.

Fifty - year members and guests (and members from each family) are: Betty Jane Engbrock and husband, Gene; daughter, Carla Kacir and husband, Kyle and sons, Kevin and Justin; also daughter, Pam Shumate and daughter, Jennifer.

Viola Evelyn Jezek (50 - year member) and husband Clarence; daughter, Nancy Manoogian; son, Eric Jezek and wife, Fancy and their baby daughter, Erin.

Lillie Emma McDonald and son, Wade McDonald.

Georgia Navratil and husband, Ladis Navratil.

Edwin J. Tyroch.

A ceremony conducted by Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar presented the pins to fifty - year members. He was assisted by Dorothy Chervenka.

President Leshikar spoke to the lodge and fifty - year members.

Lodge 87 President Ladis Navratil expressed his thanks to committees helping in this project as follows: Ed Reisner and Lad Zatopek (barbecue), George and Millie Schiller, Mary Zatopek, Florence Reisner, Jerry Valchar, Vlasta Valchar, all of the members who brought covered dishes; the meal was delicious and enjoyed by all and all of the ladies helping with serving the meal.

Each fifty - year member received a corsage (when they arrived) with a silver ribbon with the number 50 years on it. Dorothy Chervenka presented the corsages.

The door prizes were donated by Sidney Kacir; our special thanks to him.

First prize -- SPJST jacket, won by Carla Kacir.

Second prize -- SPJST dominoes, won by Irene Hluchan.

Third prize -- SPJST cap, won by Kyle Kacir We enjoyed visiting with all members and guests and extend an invitation to each of you to visit and attend the meetings any time.

Check and Certificate Presentation, L to R: Vice President Dorothy Fuzzell, Marjorie Johnson [Mrs. Mikeska's daughter], Mrs. Lidmila Mikeska [honoree], President Dorothy Elsik [presenting check and certificate], and Secretary Dennis Vanek.

Her husband passed away August 25, 1961; her son, Joe, Jr. passed away July 4, 1984.

We are very proud of Mrs. Mikeska and the grand age she has attained and wish her many more years.

Sincerely, Dorothy Fuzzell, Vice Pres.

—SPJST-

Old and new business topics were taken care of in the usual efficient and official procedure. The major topic discussed was the repair of the lodge roof. It is hoped this subject will not be discussed for at least five years.

Workers' Day is Monday, June 5th starting at 8 a.m. and the big project will be refinishing our lodge floor.

A covered dish dinner was held prior to our meeting which was attended by 48 members, several guests and 7 youth members. District V Director Louis Hanus addressed the membership and informed our lodge of Supreme Lodge activities.

As usual, our Saturday night dances are drawing large attendance and the Entertainment Committee is busy hiring and booking well - known bands for 1990.

Our Fraternal Activities Coordinator Irving Theiss announced and explained our plans to have a Benefit Dance Day on August 13th in honor of M.A.R.K. (Making A Remarkable Kommitment). This organization was started by the parents of Mark Kilroy and goes to combat drug use.

Our meeting date is June 28th, please attend.

As always fraternally, Jerry Dressler —SPJST-

No. 172, Spring Cleanup Time At Pasadena

Lodge

No. 160, San Angelo

Lodge

Lidmila Mikeska, age 96.

Lodge No. 97, Placedo Honors Member On 96th Birthday The Placedo SPJST Lodge No. 97 officers held a presentation ceremony for Mrs. Lidmila Mikeska on April 10, 1989 at the Twin Pines Nursing Home.

President Dorothy Elsik presented her with a certificate of appreciation and a check, in full payment, of her life insurance policy because on March 22, 1989 she has lived to the grand age of 96 years, which is living beyond the maturity date of her policy.

Officers present were President Dorothy Elsik, Vice President Dorothy Fuzzell and Secretary Dennis Vanek; also present were her daughter, Marjorie Johnston; Donna Migl, a member, and guest, Lester Fuzzell.

Sister Mikeska has been a member of SPJST Lodge No. 97 of Placedo since December 14, 1913. Mrs. Mikeska was born in Meeks, Bell County, Texas on March 22, 1893. She married Joe P. Mikeska. They had three children. They lived in Six Mile, Texas in Calhoun County for several years. Then they moved to Placedo, Texas in 1931; then moving to Victoria, Texas in 1953. She has lived in the nursing home since 1983, after she was unable to take care of herself at home.

The regular quarterly meeting of Lodge No. 160 will be held on June 11, 1989 at 2 p.m. at the Wall Fire Hall.

We'll be looking for you there.

Fraternally, , Sharon Joy Waggoner, Sec. —SPJST-

No. 161, La Parita

Lodge

Dear Members: The meeting place for our next meeting will be Sunday, June 11, 1989 at the Gateway Restaurant, Pleasanton, Texas beginning at 11:30 a.m.

Fraternally, Mary Wallace, Reporter —SPJST-

President Alvin Sefcik [sitting] and supervisors Clarence Fee [left] and J.C. Dressler are ready for a day of hard work.

From Lodge Rozkvet No. 172, Pasadena

News

Dear Members: The May monthly meeting of our lodge was opened by President Alvin Sefcik at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24th. All officers and committee persons were present.

Correspondence from the Supreme Lodge and the insurance agency handling our liquor liability was received and read to our members.

Reports given by officers and chairpersons were read and, as usual, all were very encouraging.

Brother Joe Krenek resting and thinking.

8/VESTNiK—Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Hutkasaid he would get someone else to help.

Bell County Deputy Ted Duffield spoke to the members on crime in the neighborhood, new jail facilities, neighborhood watch and door and window locks.

President Hutka said we would have a speaker on "Wills" at the next meeting.

Twenty - three members were present.

There being no further business, our meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

Fraternally, Jackie Beck

—SPJSTLodge No.

180, Burleson

oe Chopping -- Brother Raymo::1 Skri: 7.-3, nek

Dear Members: The May meeting was called to order

by President Louis Grochoske. The Trustees' meeting was held first with Chairman Joe Hurtik, Sr. presiding and our regular meeting immediately followed.

Minutes from April 4th meeting were approved as read and other reports were given.

Communication was read from Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar thanking Lodge 180 for donations to the Czech Chair and Battleship Texas Funds.

We voted in our new member, Alice Marie Janecka.

Our sincere sympathy to the family of Jack Meacher who passed away recently.

In the hospital, was Daniel Donaghue having surgery. We wish him a speedy recovery.

Notice: Our next meeting has been changed to Monday, June 5th instead of Tuesday, June 6th at 7:30 p.m. and Trustees' meeting at 6:30 p.m.; this change is for the June meeting only.

Fraternally, Frances Simmank

—SPJST-

Mowing Ace -- Brother Louis Hrabina [Photos by Louis Hanus, District V director] —SPJST--

Lodge No. 177, Academy Lodge No. 177, Academy's May meeting was called to order at 7:25 p.m. by President Bill Hutka. All officers were present.

Members stood for the pledge to the flag.

A get well card was sent to Mrs. Albin Driska and Cecil La Grange and a sympathy card to Jackie and Otis Beck .

A motion was made to send a pot plant to Cecil La Grange when he is out of intensive care. Cecil was a diligent worker for our lodge; he helped where help was needed and the members wish Cecil a speedy recovery.

The minutes of our last meeting were read and approved.

Communications included a thank you card from St. Luke's Church in Temple for the use of our games' equipment for their Mayfest.

All chairpersons' reports were good.

Harvey La Flamme from the Board of Trustees was absent and we missed his good meal after the meeting.

Four new members were accepted into the lodge and they were Benjamin Kerr, Eva Reeder, Sarah Schwartz and Ryan Shoemaker.

The Rules and Regulations Committee passed for another month and asked for more help. President

No. 181, Conroe

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends: Montgomery County SPJST Lodge No. 181 will hold their quarterly meeting on June 9th at the Holiday Inn in Conroe at 7 p.m. so all you members come out and support your lodge.

We will have some important things to discuss; you may call 756 - 4090 for further information.

Fraternally, Anna Klander

—SPJST-

Club Fort Worth

Friendship

Dear Members and Friends: The club will meet on Wednesday, June 7th at 10:30 a.m.

The remodeling has been completed.

Our June hostesses are Carrie Milan, Jeanie Mason and Mary Pavey.

Mary Dunlap has been in the hospital again and now is home; you are in our thoughts and prayers. Maria Prill will have eye surgery May 22nd and we wish her well. Her grandson Chuck Prill had face surgery Thursday, May 18th after a baseball game accident. He will go back for more to be done and we extend our best wishes for him to get well soon.

We extend our sympathy to Ima Lou La Plant on the loss of her son - in law the day after she came home from attending her granddaughter's

wedding in Colorado. May he rest in peace.

I hope to see you all June 7th. So until --- keep smiling.

Mary Pavey, Reporter —SPJST-

No. 88, Houston Arl Covenant House Houstor

Lodge

Most agencies in the State of Texas deal with "displaced" children (orphaned children or children taken from abusive homes), whereas Covenant House is one of only a few who see "throwaway" children --those whose families have just dumped them on the streets to make it on their own.

Covenant House Houston does much to help these most unfortunate who are unable to "make it on their own."

Shelter, food, clothing, medical attention, recreational activities, helping kids find jobs, and teaching classes by a staff school teacher are among some of the assistance given the youngsters.

The Covenant House Runaway Hotline (toll free 1 - 800 - 999 - 9999 -commonly called the NINELINE) rings on the average of two and a half minutes from some distraught youngster who has no where else to turn.

More than 5,000 calls on the NINELINE were received by the Covenant House within the Houston area during the year 1988.

We, at Lodge No. 88, Houston, are very proud to be a part of this tremendous humane effort by our members' contributions of used clothing, shoes, books and magazines, and cash over the past three years.

The need still exists so don't fail to turn in your articles to the fraternal activities coordinator.

If you wish to contribute cash you may send it direct to Covenant House, PO Box 66330, Fairview Station, Houston, Texas 77006 - 3823.

Some of the recent donors are: Lodge No. 88 YOuth Club, Margaret Bohac, Barbara Fowler, Harley and Viola Cox, Joe and Catherine Knapik, Rae Kubiak, Louis and Oleta Hanus, Homer and Rita Alexander, Edmund Kubeczka, Ted and Jeanette Przybyla, Richard and Gladys Smallwood, Bill and Alice Souchek, Louis and Elsie Roznovsky, Gus and Ann Urbanovsky, Mary Jamar, King and Helen Hegwood, Wylie and Emily Guettner, Rodney and Faye Froehlich, Dorothy Muras, Leslie Sommer, Franklin and Almeida Bravenec, George and Dorothy Kippenburger, Joe and Judy Ehler and Royal and Laura Belle Warnasch.

If you are a recent donor and I have failed to mention you, I apologize, but only give me a call and your name will appear as quick as a wink in my next article.

Thank you for your generosity in assisting those downtrodden.

Fraternally, Homer Alexander (FAC) —SPJSTNOTICE —

No Vestnik Dated June 14!

TOCA, Inc. - A Lifetime Dream Of Many Why should there be still another Czech organization such as TOCA, Inc., which will have its organizational annual meeting at the Temple RVOS Headquarters on Saturday morning, June 10, 1989?

The Czechs of Texas have many statewide fraternal and mutual self help organizations, which have been of much long and great fraternal benefit and financial support to their many members. Several of these organizations are approaching 100 years of service.

These organizations have permitted their local lodge halls to be used as early - day schools, community meeting halls, social centers and ballrooms in over 100 "highly Czech" communities throughout Texas.

A secondary purpose of all of these organizations has been the preservation and promotion of the Czech language and cultural heritage.

Although those interests and activities vary in different communities, generally those activities appear to be on the "upswing."

In Texas, we also have several statewide and many local organizations which promote higher education among the Czechs, Czech heritage studies, language and genealogical research and publications, gymnastics, festivals, libraries, museums, archives and other collections and activities.

We have performing individuals and groups in the Czech fine and folk art fields of music, dancing, song, dramatics, handicraft, costuming and others. We have Czech music radio programs, recordings, movies and polka cruises. We interact with Czechs across Texas, elsewhere in the United States and in Czechoslovakia.

With so many Czech - Texans doing so many "Czechy" things, the Czech heritage seems to be "alive and well and growing" in Texas; so why could we possibly need another organization such as TOCA, Inc? A thoughtful examination of the above question reveals that we have many neglected fields of activity and study and that there still are many started but unfinished projects from the 1986 Texas Sesquicentennial. But the main need of Czech - Texans is an organization which would somehow unite all of them to work together on activities and projects in their mutual best interest. TOCA, Inc. was designed for this purpose and strives to be just that organization. It may yet bring about the realization of a lifetime dream of many Czech - Texans of the past and present.

By the above statement, I do not mean to minimize the creative accomplishments of many individuals and organizations by their independent actions but what additional and even greater things might be accomplished if Czech - Texans and their organizations from all over the state could cooperate in the accomplishment of certain programs, events, drives and other activities. In the following sections, I will discuss very briefly some of the ways in which TOCA, Inc. might help accomplish this.

Communication The Czechs of Texas are fortunate in having many organizational newspapers and newsletters and many Czech music radio programs which

Wednesday, May 31, 1989—VESTNiK/9 promote Czech activities; but these all reach limited segments of the public.

In mentioning some past event or activity, how many times have you heard the words, "I didn't know anything about it." TOCA, Inc. may be able to help.

Coordination How many times have you regretted that there were competing Czech events on the same date? You were unhappy because you could not attend both events and the sponsors of the event regretted the adverse economic effects. TOCA, Inc. would not want to assign dates or otherwise dictate to anyone, but it could be a useful "clearing house" of information for people who are trying to select dates.

Cooperation How could you get two or more organizations to undertake a cooperative activity without some feeling that "the organizations might be trying to mind each other's business"? TOCA, Inc. may be able to help.

Mutual Assistance Could even competing organizations get - together for undertaking activities which will be of mutual benefit? It is being done successfully now in such groups as the National and Texas Fraternal Congresses, Dallas - Ennis Fraternal Council, Texas State Society of Farm Mutuals, American - Czech Culture Society in Dallas and others.

Many organizations have supported CEFT in its Czech Chair Drive, CESAT in its three Czech Symposia, CHSOT in its genealogical and historical efforts and the 1986 TOCA Celebration. TOCA, Inc. may be able to provide similar help on a more regular and organized basis.

Public Relations Why is it that there are so many Czechs in Texas and they have a very good "image;" yet most non - Czechs know very little about our history, accomplishments, contributions and present status. Even worse, many of our young Czech - Texans are not being given the opportunity to learn of the proud, if not charismatic, past of the Czechs, Moravians and Slovaks.

TOCA, Inc. also might be able to help in these matters.

Activities and Projects TOCA, Inc. itself does not expect to have the membership manpower or financial resources to undertake many projects or activities, but it does hope to unite representatives from the leadership of all Texas - Czech founded organization and to count on their counsel in determining "how and where do we go rom here?"

The blueprint (Charter and By Laws) for TOCA, Inc. is in place. If we can get the participation of the Czech organizational leadership and if we proceed wisely, then there is practically no limit to what we can accomplish, and the lifetime dream of many Czech - Texans of the past and present may yet be realized.

If you feel that there is a future for TOCA, Inc., please encourage your organizational leaders and interested individuals to attend the TOCA, Inc. Founders' Meeting in RVOS Headquarters in Temple at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 10, 1989.

Fraternally, Calvin C. Chervenka Secretary of TOCA, Inc. Member of SPJST Lodge 47

—SPJST-

And Future Czech Films In Houston

Recent

Museum of Fine Arts in Houston hosted the showing of 2 films from Czechoslovakia on 29th and 30th of April this year. Both of these featured films with more than adequate English subtitles dealt with WWII era.

The first one (which I went to see) was Slovak, titled "Boxer and Death," but one would not know it because for a couple of minutes at the beginning everything was said in German. There were actually four languages spoken in this interesting movie which skillfully presented to the audience the miserable daily life of the inmates in the German concentration camp and the fate of a boxer, the main protagonist of this show. The second movie shown the next day, Sunday, April 30th, called "Forbidden Dreams," was in the Czech language with English subtitles.

Due to the poor publicity (there was none in our Czech - American Press) the audiences in both films left much to be desired.

The above films from Czechoslovakia were put into a package, called Jewish Worlds II which, like its 1987 predecessor, was co-sponsored by the Adult Education Committee of Congregation Brith Shalom.

Let me make a direct quote from the printout named Jewish Worlds II, Saturdays and Sundays, March 11 April 30 (except April 22 - 23) which was available at the ticket counter in the Museum of Fine Arts for the performance of both films from Czechoslovakia: The history of the Jewish people is a 3,500 panorama of beginnings, blossomings, disasters, upheavals and changes. Within this larger chronicle of flux, one would be hard pressed to find a period of radical transformation to match that of the past century. During that period, the center of the Jewish world shifted away from Europe as a result of 3 major events: The mass migration to America, the Holocaust and its attendant wholesale destruction of Jewish communities throughout the continent, and the birth of the State of Israel.

As always, the artistic caboose is drawn along behind the locomotive of history, surveying where we have been and venturing guesses about where we are heading. In the movie called The Younger Generation, Frank Capra weighs the seductive opportunities of America against the insidious powers of assimilation and loss of identity. In Unsettled Land and Crows, the dream of homeland reveals its nightmarish aspects as the settlers deal first with the Arabs and then with their own children gone astray. A Jumpin' Night in the Garden of Eden (USA) and Yiddle with His Fiddle (Poland) hark back nostalgically to a more innocent, less troubled time when life was hard but music salved the wounds. The Holocaust brought all that to an end.

In this program, filmmakers from the USA (Voices From the Attic, Hungary, The Revolt of Job), Austria (God Doesn't Believe in Us Anymore; Santa Fe), Sweden (The Story of Chaim Rumkowski and the Jews of Lodz), West Germany (The Wannsee Conference), and Czechoslovakia (Forbidden Dreams; The Boxer and eath) attempt to digest the indigestible with every conceivable device comedy, pathos, documentary, docudrama, metaphor, personal history.

The Holocaust absorbs the formidable energies of writers, artists and filmmakers because it is at the same time Sui Generis and Universal, raising as it does issues of good and evil, power and weakness, life and death. In the words of Primo Levi, perhaps our foremost personal chronicler of the Holocaust "all of us are in the ghetto --- the ghetto is fenced in --- beyond the fence stand the lords of death, and not far away the train is waiting." This is also end of my quote from Jewish Worlds II printout.

Our ethnic group will have another chance in the tall of this year to remedy its poor showing at the Czech and Slovak films. There will be a movie festival called Czechoslovak Modernism 1900 - 1945 from October 7, 1989 to January of 1990 in the Houston's Museum of Fine Arts featuring a large number of films and photography. Films will be shown Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in the above mentioned period.

General admission will be $4; museum members, students and seniors over 55 will pay $3 per person.

The address of the festival: Music of Fine Arts, 1001 Bissonnet, Houston, Texas 77005; telephone (713) 639 7530 or (713) 639 - 7515. Note: This museum is located at the intersection of Montrose and Bissonnet, close to Warwick Hotel, with ample free parking close by.

Please mark your calendars with this preliminary information. A more detailed announcement listing of these upcoming films will be printed well in advance to insure the Czech - Texan attendances according to our true status in Houston and across Texas.

John J. Karas from Houston —SPJST-

Time Again For AARP Driver's Course At Lodge No. 88, Houston

It's

Don't forget to register for the Defensive Driving Course at Lodge No. 88, Houston.

It can save you money. Do you have a moving traffic violation and also a fine?

Well, get it erased for only $7, the cost to register for the driver's course.

To register call your Fraternal Activities Coordinator Homer Alexander at 681 - 3304.

Many have already done so for the next class which is June 8th and 9th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. Both dates are required to complete the course.

Pay your $7 in the lobby on the first day of class.

I'll see you in the lobby. So long.

Homer Alexander (FAC)

—SPJSTBulletin

Board ANNOUNCING...

FIRST FRATERNAL CZECH FEST SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1989 BELTON EXPO CENTER BELTON, TEXAS *** DISTRICT II District II Fall Meeting will be hosted by Lodge No. 47, Seaton on Sunday, September 24, 1989 *** DISTRICT VI The District VI Fall Social and Meeting will be held Sunday, October 29, 1989 at Hillje, with Lodge No. 40, El Campo - Hillje hosting the event.

—SPJST-

Reunions Martinec Reunion The late Joe and Rosa (Martis) Martinec Reunion will hold their 12th reunion on Sunday, June 11, 1989 at the Seaton Community Center, Seaton, Texas. Registration begins at 10 a.m. A covered dish meal will be served. Please bring enough food for your family. Tea, coffee, bread and utensils will be provided. A short business meeting will follow.

Bernice Sebek

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Stavinoha Reunion The Stavinoha family reunion will take place Sunday, June 25, 1989 at the American Legion Hall in Flatonia.

Each family is asked to bring a complete meal (which will be served at noon) for its family, plus the necessary plates and silverware. Tea, coffee, keg beer and cups will be furnished. There will be a cost of $5 per family or $2 per single person. Old pictures and other family memorabilia are welcome, and please put names with them so the rest of us will know who they are. If you have any family stories you will share, either write them down or be ready to tell them to the group and someone else can write them down. Wouldn't a collection of family stories be nice to have?

Wilbur Stavinoha

—SPJST-

Department Calendar

Youth

LEADERS - IN - TRAINING June 9 - 11, Camp Val Verde *** STATE ROYALTY August 26, Lodge 47 Seaton

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STATE YAD August 27, Mayborn Convention Center, Temple

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DISTRICT YAD District I -- August 6 District II -- July 9 District III -- June 25 Disirict IV -- August 5 District '4/ July 23 District VI -- August 13 District VII -- July 16

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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 —SPJSTFALL DYC MEETING November 3, 1989 *** LRL LAB March 9 - 13, 1990

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YOUTH LEADERS' RETREAT March 30 - April 1, 1990

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10/VESTNiK—Wednesday, May 31, 1989

From The State Youth Director June Vestnik Project - The Novak Family This month's Vestnik Project is courtesy of Meribeth, C.J. and J.J. Novak. They have completed their SPJST Genealogy compositions and family tree. I have compiled the information from their compositions to complete the June Project.

Meribeth, C.J. and J.J are the children of Dr. James and Lynda Novak of Dallas. They have one sister, Jamie. Lynda is one of the assistant youth leaders of Lodge 84 and James is a dentist in the Dallas area.

Great - grandparents, Josef and Anna Slovak, were born in Moravia, now known as the country of

Czechoslovakia. They were married in 1910 and came to America one year later. They settled on a farm in Ennis, Texas and raised six children. Great grandfather Slovak was a musician and sang in the church choir. Great grandmother Slovak was an excellent cook and made kolace, strudle, knedle (dumplings), homemade chicken noodle soup and Buchta (poppyseed bread).

Great - grandfather, Frank Petr was born in Czechoslovakia and came to America at a young age. He married Hermina Dostal in Ennis. They owned a cotton gin and raised ten children.

Grandfather Emil Petr is an active SPJST Sales Representative. He served in the 36th Infantry, Battery "C," 132nd Field Artillery during WWII. Grandmother Petr is youth leader of Lodge 84 and also District III Youth Counselor. She is helping the grandchildren to learn the Czech language. Grandmother and Grandfather Petr are in the catering business.

Great - grandparents, Jerry and Mary Krajca, were born and raised in Ennis, Texas. They raised two children and were in the grocery store and gas station business. Great - grandmother Krajca has the special art of making kolace and is called upon to assist when there are kolaces to be made.

Great - grandfather Krajca enjoys getting together with family and Czech friends to sing the old Czech songs.

June Teen Vestnik Contest

June Vestnik Project - The Novak Family

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Great - grandparents, Louis and Antonie Novak were married in Czechoslovakia and came to the United States to make their home and settled in Ennis, Texas. They farmed, raised cattle. At Christmas time Great - grandmother Novak would make her famous "Vanocka" (braided Christmas bread). Great - grandfather Novak enjoyed writing Czech poetry.

Grandfather Joe Novak continued the family tradition of raising cattle until his death in 1985. He loved the Czech people and taking long walks on the farm. Grandmother Mary Novak is involved with various Czech organizations and is secretary for the KJZT. My compliments to Meribeth, C.J. and J.J. for doing an outstanding job in researching their family history. ***

YOUTH LEADER YOUTH LEADER

Middle Mix Word Game

Complete the sentences below are return to: SPJST Youth Dept.

P.O. Box 100 Temple, TX 76503

By rearranging the letters of the first word in each set below and dropping them into the blanks of the second word, you can make a new eightletter word. How many can you solve? and

1. Meribeth, C.J. and J.J. are the children of Novak of Dallas.

Complete and send to: SPJST Youth Dept.

P.O. Box 100 Temple, TX 76503

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June Junior Vestnik Contest NAME

LODGE #

YOUTH LEADER Complete the math problems and color.

Mail to: SPJST Youth Dept.

P.O. Box 100 Temple, TX 76503

by June 30

Wednesday, May 31, 1989—VESTNiK/11

From The District Youth Counselor

WHAT: SPJST LIT Retreat - A Weekend Especially For Teens WHEN: 6:00 p.m., Friday, June 9, thru noon Sunday, June 11 WHERE: Camp Val Verde in McGregor WHO: Active SPJST Youth Club Members 14-18 Years Old (14 Years Olds Must Have Approval From DYC) WHY: Be Trained To Serve As An LIT (Leader-In-Training) At Camp This Summer WHAT TO BRING: Personal Articles, Change Of Clothes, Sleeping Bag, Sheets, Pillow, Flashlight, Enthusiasm And A Smile SATURDAY NIGHT THEME - HALLOWEEN - WEAR COSTUME HOW TO REGISTER: Complete The Form Below, Have Your Youth Leader Sign And Mail To: SPJST Youth Dept.

P.O. Box 100 Temple, TX 76503 NAME

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District VII Family Outing The District VII Family Outing will be held June 25 - 29, 1989 at the HEB Camp at Lakey, Texas.

Please send name for reservations to: Mrs. Maxine Pavliska Route 2, Box 151 Floresville, Texas 78114 [512] 393 - 2030 Watch for full details next week!

Fraternally, Maxine Pavliska, DYC VII —SPJST-

From The Youth

Letters

YOUTH LEADER'S SIGNATURE DYC SIGNATURE

(Required If Youth Is 14 Years Old)

PARENT'S SIGNATURE I Understand That I Will Be Trained As An LIT And That I Am Expected To Come To Camp This Summer And Serve As An LIT To The Best Of My Ability.

LIT SIGNATURE DEADLINE: JUNE 5 ***

Youth Club Spotlight

LODGE 39, BRYAN YOUTT-7, CLUB Lodge 39 Bryan Youth Club meets once a month at Youth Leader Linda Faust's home. The youth club has 15 active youth club members who keep busy during the year helping with charitable programs such as Twin City Mission, Brazos Food Bank, Phoebes Home, Sheltering Arms, MHMR, Jerry Lewis Telethon, St. Jude Children's Research Center and others. The youth also enjoy participating in camp, YAD, swim parties, and their annual summer trip, Christmas party and program.

Youth leader for the club is Linda Faust. Linda is married to James Faust and they have two sons, Brian and Grant.

Linda enjoys sewing, needlecraft, reading, cooking, camping, and any sport that her sons are involved with. Linda belongs to the PTO and assists in any way in her church. Linda says: "My devotion to the youth is entirely based on the desire of trying to keep them busy and happy

doing fun and wholesome things SO they don't have the opportunity to get involved doing things that are not good for them. I love the little kids; they are sweet and can love you to death, but I also love the older teenage group because they know how to keep you on your toes and laughing at the same time."

Linda is assisted by Renea Macik (former youth leader) and Carolyn Kubin as well as constant support by husbands and parents.

Our sincere thanks to Linda, Renea, Carolyn, spouses and parents for their support of our youth.

—SPJST-

NOTICE — No Vestnik Dated June 14!

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A Letter From State King On Saturday, April 29th, State Queen Marcy Dorotik and I were in the Rogers Parade in Rogers, Texas.

The State King and Queen Banner was carried by my two brothers, James and David Kortis. District II Director Willie E. Kohutek drove the car for us.

On Sunday, May 7th, I was at the SPJST May Fete. I want to thank Taylor Lodge No. 29 for inviting me to speak at the May Fete and also represent SPJST as their State and District II King. My special guest for this event was Sheli Coots from Temple. I want to apologize because I wasn't feeling well that day.

On Saturday, May 13th, State Queen Marcy Dorotik and I were in the Eddy Parade in Eddy, Texas. The State King and Queen Banner was carried once again by James and David Kortis. The car was driven by District II Director Willie E. Kohutek.

On Sunday, May 21st, I represented SPJST as State and District II King at the Round Rock SPJST May Fete. I was master of ceremony for this special event. My special guest for this event was Sheli Coots from Temple.

I want to thank Taylor and Round Rock for inviting me to speak and emcee their programs. A special thanks to the youth leaders there. I want to say that I am truly enjoying being the SPJST State King for 1988 89. I hope there will be more youth getting involved in competing for each District's King and Queen contests. As I said in my family biography, never give yourself less credit than you deserve. We are all winners for trying.

Fraternally, Daryl Kortis SPJST State King (5-18-89) —SPJST-

V Youth Club Spring Meeting

Secretary Darlene Migl (Lodge 88), and Sergeant - at - Arms Michelle Linney (Lodge 88); those officers who were absent were Treasurer Karl Pflughaupt (Lodge 88), and Paul Pflughaupt (Lodge 88).

Next, Secretary Darlene Migl read the register from Lodge 88 and Lodge 142 Youth Clubs who were present.

Then, she read minutes from our last meeting in September, 1988.

There was no correspondence. There was also no treasurer's report other than the $1,500 raised for our "San Antonio Express Trip."

There was one visitor, Kathleen, brought by Michelle Linney.

Next was the election of our 1989 90 District V Youth Club officers.

They are President Marlene Migl, Vice President Michelle Linney, Secretary Darlene Migl, Treasurer Keith Kieschnick, Sergeant - at - Arms Amanda Hermis and Reporter Crystal Wallace.

Next, assistant DYC Nancy Steubing gave the DYC report. She discussed the dates of YAD -- July 23, 1989; camp with District VII at Val Verde from July 29th through August 1st, the San Antonio Express Trip -June 16 to June 18, 1989; LIT Retreat -- June 9th through June 11th at Camp Val Verde.

Then, the meeting was adjourned.

Following the meeting we practiced our skit to be performed before the adult meeting. Our skit was called "Too Much Noise."

Fraternally, Crystal Wallace (17) Reporter (5-13-89) —SPJST-

Announcing New Youth Club Memer From Lodge 160, San Angelo

Cara Brianne Jansa Cara Brianne Jansa is the six - year old daughter of Leonard and Sandra Jansa. Cara has two brothers, Ryan and Clay and one sister, Robyn.

Cara attends Wall School and loves Barbie dolls, cats and imitating her big sister.

Congratulations Cara on becoming a member of Lodge 160 Youth Club!

—SPJST-

District

Dear Vestnik Readers, On March 12, 1989 the youth club, along with the adult lodges of District V held their spring meeting. President Marlene Migl called the meeting to order around 2 p.m.

All officers present were President Marlene Migl (Lodge 88), Vice President Crystal Wallace (Lodge 88),

V Youth Club Happenings

District

Dear Vestnik Readers, I am writing to share the joy our District V Youth Club at Lodge No. 172, Pasadena is feeling with its new youth club with all of you For many years, Lodge No 172 has been trying very hard to get a youth club organized. Four years ago, two

12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 31, 1989 girls Brenn and Nicole went with us for 3 years to Camp Lone Star and Camp Wagon Wheel.

Finally, they have gotten Brenn and Nicole's grandmothers to become their youth leader. In April, they elected officers and are on their way.

They will be able to go with the District V Youth Club to camp July 29th through August 1, 1989 at Camp Val Verde with District VII. They will not be going with us to San Antonio or participate in District YAD.

I am really excited about the youth club at Lodge No. 172, Pasadena.

Now, there are 3 active youth clubs in District V, namely, Lodges No. 88 and No. 142 (both in Houston) and Lodge No. 172, Pasadena. I welcome you into the district Fraternally, Crystal Wallace (17) District V Queen (5-13-89) —SPJST-

Snook SPJST Lodge No. 9 present gift to Honorary Grandmother, L to R: Becky Sue, Mrs. Ella Orsak [honorary grandmother], Jason Sebesta, Kathryn Kovar and Randy See Stephanie LaNae Roye

Snook Lodge 9 Youth Meeting Dear Readers, At our monthly meeting, we planned a family outing at the Snook City Park for baseball and hamburgers. We also invited the elderly of our community and our honorary grandmother.

YAD and camp were discussed and king, queen, duke and duchess contestants were selected. The 1989 90 new officers will be installed at our May 31, 1989 meeting at 7 p.m. Please be present.

Fraternally, Craig Kovar (5-18-89) —SP JST —

Lodge No. 47 Seaton Youth Club Activities

Stephanie LaNae Roye 1989 Wharton County Youth Fair Queen Stephanie LaNae Roye was crowned Wharton County Youth Fair Queen on Thursday, May 4, 1989 in the fair auditorium. She competed with 9 other contestants being freshman, sophmores and juniors from five county high schools. The girls were judged on ticket sales, beauty, poise, personality and individual interviews.

The judging also included modeling western wear and evening gowns and answers to questions on stage. Judges were selected from out of the county.

As queen, Stephanie received a $500 scholarship, a beautiful crown and double - heart belt buckle and various other gifts.

In addition to being crowned queen, Stephanie sold the most season tickets and received a $250 gold Panda coin ring for her efforts. All proceeds of the ticket sales go to the Youth Fair for scholarships.

Teen and Junior Beseda dancers perform at he Troy Chamber of Commerce Parade; the float won first place.

Ano ter vie of Seaton Beseda dancers.

Stephanie also received the Directors Award, which is a $250 scholarship, given to the girl who worked the most at the fair and was voted on by the officers and directors of the fair. This award is separated out from the point system toward the queen score. She will be busy representing Wharton County throughout the year at various parades and other appearances.

Stephanie is the daughter of Anita and Bobby Roye of El Campo and is a freshman of El Campo High School.

She is a lifetime member of Lodge No. 30, Taiton and has been very active in the SPJST since the age of 6. She credits a lot of her accomplishments to the training she has received as an active youth club member. The youth club has allowed her to be a talent participant at YAD where she has gained the confidence needed to perform on stage.

--SPJST-

30 Taiton Honors Graduate Lodge

Landis Dornak

Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30 Youth Club meeting was called to order by President Marcy Dorotik on May 10th at the Taiton Community Center.

Stephanie Roye read the minutes and treasurer's report was given by Craig Dorotik.

YAD was discussed. Craft cards and camp applications were handed out.

Workshop will be held Thursday and gifts to the rest home will be delivered Friday for Mother's Day. We played a Mother's Day game and worked on craft.

After our meeting we honored one of our members, Landis Dornak, who

Wednesday, May 31, 1989—VESTNIK/13 was presented with a cake and gift from the club.

I would like to wish Landis good luck, it's been great fun having you in our club and we'll miss you and we hope to see you come back and visit.

Fraternally, Marcy Dorotik, President SPJST State Queen (5-22-89) —SPJST-

88 Houston Youth Club Meeting

Lodge

Dear Vestnik Readers, The Lodge 88 Youth Club held their May meeting on May 3, 1989 beginning at 7:30 p.m. with President Darlene Migl presiding.

Sergeant - at Arms Julio Gloria was not present at this point in the meeting and our youth leader, Mrs. Linney, led the membership in the pledge to the United States flag. Following the pledge, members remained standing for a moment of silence. Next, the youth club recited the SPJST Youth Club Pledge and sang the SPJST Fraternity Song.

Our secretary then read the minutes from our previous meeting of April 5, 1989. There were no corrections or additions to these minutes.

There was no correspondence. There were also no visitors or members.

Next, we had the committee chairmen's reports. There was no report from Mrs. Gloria for refreshments, the officers on the get well committee or Brian Havemann on the Social Committee. Scrapbook Committee Chairman Cindy Groendes reported that she, along with Crystal Wallace, has been getting to work on the scrapbook down to the specifics.

Membership Committee Chairman Jason Michalek spoke that he had several people he was seeking to get join the youth club. Fund - Raising Chairman Tommie Wallace reported that Meare's Food Store will not help us in taking receipts, and she spoke that they were thinking of working on a candy sale.

Next, we went on the old business and discussed the District V spring social to Fame City on May 20, 1989.

Under new business, the first item was the election of officers for the 1989 - 90 youth year. The new officers are President Darlene Migl, Vice President Michelle Linney, Secretary Marlene Migl, Treasurer Angela Clayton, Sergeant - at - Arms Julie Clayton and Reporter Melissa Havemann. We also elected 4 new committee chairmen, namely Lillian Clayton -- Membership, Crystal Wallace -- Scrapbook, Social -- Cindy Groendes, Tommie Wallace -Telephone; also, in June, we may have a couple more including the Special Occasions Committee.

Next, under new business, we discussed Splash Day on June 4, 1989; we will be selling snowcones and having a face - painting booth this year. again. We will begin taking orders for our Gold C coupon book sales. The books are not available until August 25th, but we are taking orders with a $4 deposit now.

Thursday, May 25th would be the last day for selling hot dogs for the District V Fund - Raiser. Lodge 88 Youth Club voted to ask to keep the sales going to benefit our funds.

Finally, back on the subject of Splash Day, the members decided that we would sponsor a beauty contest for

the girls and a "Biggest Splash" contest for the boys.

The last item up for discussion was birthdays. Our only May celebrant was Tommie Wallace who will be 15 years old this month.

The meeting was then adjourned; officers and committee chairmen from both last year and for the new year were asked to stay to take pictures. If you haven't taken your picture, let Crystal Wallace or Cindy Groendes know.

Fraternally, Crystal Wallace (17) Vice President (5-13-89) —SPJST---

Dorothy Morris

Expression Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 24, Cyclone on behalf of our officers and entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister DOROTHY [MRS. NICK] MORRIS,

sister, Cecelia Holland of Ennis; brothers, Stanley and Tony Liska; her mother, Cecelia Liska of Ennis; 8 grandchildren; 3 daughters - in - law and one son - in - law; 2 sisters - in law; 5 brothers - in - law; several uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews, all of Ennis.

Funeral services and Mass for Mrs. Dorothy Morris were held at 2 p.m.

Friday, May 5th at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Cyclone, with the Reverends Marion Atcomanczyk and Ernest Thompson officiating. Mrs. Morris' oldest son, M/Sgt. USAF Nicholas Morris, also spoke a few words in tribute to his mother.

Sheffield Funeral Home of Rogers was in charge of arrangements. Burial was in the Seaton Cemetery.

The family received visitors at the Rogers Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m . on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorials were to be made to the American Cancer Society.

Pallbearers were Martin Fritz, Leon Zavodny, Willie E. Kohutek, David Fraga, Billy Havlik and Bernie Gebala.

Honorary pallbearers were members of the SPJST Supreme Lodge and Vencil Mares of Taylor, first cousin to Brother Nick Morris.

Mrs. Morris had always been a very active member in the SPJST. The Morris family lived in West from 1963 to 1969 when Mr. Morris was SPJST Vestnik editor. He later was elected as president of the SPJST Fraternal Life Insurance Society and served 16 years as president from 1969 until 1984.

During that time Mrs. Morris made many friends across the state. Sister Morris was a good wife, mother and a good and kind person as she was eulogized at the church services. She will be sorely missed by her loving family and her many friends and acquaintances, including the members of Lodge 24 Cylcone and Lodge 47 Seaton.

May she rest in peace and may her memory be among us forever.

Resolution Committee LaVerne Cabla Arleen Tschoerner

—SPJSTExpression

Of Sympathy

The Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 29, Ta ylor on who passed away at the age of 53 years behalf of the entire membership, in a Temple hospital after a lengthy wishes to express its sincere sympathy illness on Wednesday morning, May 3, to the bereaved family of sister 1989.

CORINNE M. LESIKAR. Sister Morris was born in Ennis,' Funeral services for Corinne M. Texas to Stanley and Cecelia (Nekuza) Lesikar, 76, of Bay City were held at Liska. She was a graduate of St. 11 a.m. Saturday, February 4 at First John's Catholic High School in Ennis.

United Methodist Church with the She married Nick A. Morris on Rev. W.E. Dugger, Jr. officiating.

February 23, 1957 in Ennis. She was a Burial was in Roselawn Memorial member of St. Joseph's Catholic Park in Van Vleck.

Church in Cyclone, a member of Mrs. Lesikar was born June 12, SPJST Lodge 24 in Cyclone and West 1912, in Mississippi to Homer and Bell Society No. 11 of the KJZT, she also Reed Moss and died February 2, 1989, served as president of the SPJST at Methodist Hospital in Houston.

Lodge 47 Choral Group for three A resident of Bay City since 1949, years.

Mrs. Lesikar taught in Markham and Sister Morris and her husband, Bay City for 23 years before retiring in Nick, had previously lived in Dallas, 1972. She was an active member of the later in West, and have resided in the Fellowship Class at First United Seaton community since January 1969.

Methodist Church and was also a She was a homemaker. member of the Methodist Women's She was preceded in death by her Circle. father.

She was a clerk at the Bay City Survivors include her husband, Nick Public Library, member of the Flower A. Morris of the Seaton community; 4 Gardeners Club, president of the local sons, M/Sgt. Nicholas K. Morris of chapter of American Association of Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, Nevada, Retired Persons and past secretary of Stephen P. Morris of Austin, Josef N. Pink Ladies Auxiliary of Matagorda Morris of Temple and Michael M. General Hospital.

Morris of Seaton; a daughter, Survivors include her daughtfr and Katherine E. Smith of Academy; a son - in - law, Patricia Ann and Lee H.

Clark of Houston; son and daughter in - law, John Vance and Carolyn Lesikar of Deer Park; a brother, Paul Moss of Austin; four grandchildren, Gina Leigh Clark and David G. Clark, both of College Station, Ginny Lynnette Lesikar and Frank Gary Lesikar of Deer Park; a niece and four nephews.

Pallbearers included Joe Morrow, D.O. Webb, Bill Lesikar, Gordon Willis, James Sewell and Glenn Sewell.

In lieu of the usual contributions, donations may be made to the American Heart Fund.

Arrangements were with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Elaine Machu Michael Kaiser

—SPJST-

Expression Of Sy::-Lpati7y We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 88 in Houston, Texas wish to express our sincere sympathy and comfort on behalf of our entire membership, to the family of our departed member FRANK AMOS KA DLECEK, who passed away on May 15, 1989 at age 76.

Survivors include his wife, Della Kadlecek; three sons, James, Charles and Johnny Kadlecek and one daughter, Marian Kadlecek, all residing in Houston; one sister, Marie Rezek and one brother, John Kadlecek, both of Houston and seven grandchildren.

He was an active member of Lodge No. 88 for many years and a member of Lodge No. 88 Men's Club. He served his country in World War II. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 581.

He was retired from the Post Office after serving 30 years.

Interment was in Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery in Houston on May 18th.

The Lodge 88 Men's Club served as honorary pallbearers.

May he rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Rita Alexander Marie Stayton Laura Warnasch

—SPJSTExpression Of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge Pokrok Dallas on behalf of our officers and members, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our lodge brother FRANK JOHN PRASIFKA, who passed away April 19, 1989 at the age of 59. He was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 84 and St. Francis Catholic Church in Lancaster, Texas. rother Prasifka was a wrecker contractor for the Dallas County Sheriff's Department for 31 years. He dealt in sand and gravel and started the Rubber Tire Reclamation Company in Dallas.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Prasifka of Hutchins; two sons, Mike Prasifka and Tim Prasifka of Hutchins; three daughters, Vickie Margolies of Grand Prairie, Regina Menefee of Hutchins and Laurie Liebel of Lancaster; three brothers, Jerry Prasifka, Louis Prasifka and Tim B. Prasifka, all of Hutchins; two sisters, Evelyn Macik and Martha

14/VESTNiK—Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Hunt of Hutchins and nine grandchildren.

Rosary was recited at the Byrum Funeral Chapel in Lancaster. Requiem mass was held at St. Francis Catholic Church in Lancaster, Texas. Father Tim Gollub was the celebrant.

Entombment was in Calvary Hill Cemetery in Dallas.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee Evelyn Salac Cheryl Petr Lillie Jarma

—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 MRS. MARY ROS CHALOUPKA. Sister Chaloupka died Wednesday, May 10, 1989 at a Fort Worth hospital at the age of 68. She was a homemaker, a member of Crowley First United Methodist Church and a member of SPJST Lodge No. 92.

Sister Chaloupka was born in Temple and moved to Ft . Worth in the early 1940s. She had been a resident of Crowley since 1949. She was the widow of Frank J. Chaloupka.

Survivors include sons, Charles Wayne Chaloupka and Frank Michael Chaloupka, both of Crowley; four brothers, Nick Kalenda of Newberg, Oregon, Joe Kalenda of Hallsville (near Marshall) and Charley Kalenda and Frank Kalenda, both of Temple; four sisters, Vlasta Coufal and Olga Gassiot, both of Temple, Martha Talasek of Mesquite and Lillian Musgrove of Paradise; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m.

Saturday, May 13th at First United Methodist Church in Crowley with Rev. Gary Turner officiating.

Interment was in Laurel Land Memorial Park. Arrangements were

by Guardian Funeral Home of Fort Worth.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Rose Jaworski Joy Paprskar Victoria Murphy

—SPJST-

Expression Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 15 Buckholts on behalf of our officers and entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother MARVIN POSIVAL who passed away Thursday, April 6, 1989 at the age of 67 in a Temple hospital.

Services were held Saturday at 10 a.m. at the St. Monica Catholic Church of Cameron with Rev. Tom Chamberlain officiating. Burial with military honors was in St. Monica Cemetery.

Brother Posival was born in Rogers, Texas and was a veteran of World War II. He was awarded the Purple Heart Medal for his service during the war.

He was a retired electrician and a member of St. Monica Catholic Church, Veteran of Foreign Wars Post

No. 20I0 of Cameron, SPJST member for 52 years of Lodge No. 15 Buckholts, and Knights of Columbus Council No. 2338 of Cameron.

Survivors are his wife, Rose Posival of Cameron; three sons, John Edward Posival of San Antonio, Michael James Posival of Burlington, Joseph Gerard Posival of Cameron; three daughters, Cecilia Rose McAtee, Tina Christine Melton and Patricia Marie Posival, all of Cameron; a sister, Angeline Lesikar of Buckholts and six grandchildren.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee Louise Sakewitz Sidonia Svoboda Charlsie Svetlik

—SPJST-

Express!on Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 91, Crosby, Texas on behalf of our members, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of sister MARY KOMINEK 91, of Crosby, who died Sunday, April 16, 1989.

Mrs. Kominek was born in Knezdub, Czechoslovakia on May 21, 1897 to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Otruba.

She came to America with her mother in 1907 when she was a young girl to join her father, Frank Otruba, who was already here and lived in Crosby since 1910.

She was married to Frank Kominek and her children survivors are Frank Kominek, Jr. of Crosby; Kathryn Johnson of Abilene and Lilly Vick Breckenridge; 14 of grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Two daughters preceded her in death.

Services were held at White Chapel Funeral Home Chapel in Crosby with Rev. Larry Koslovsky officiating.

Burial was at White Chapel Cemetery.

May she rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Steazie Franta Victor Lostak

—SPJST-

Expression Of Sympathy We, the members and officers of Lodge No. 9 Snook, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed sister FANNIE [FAYE] S. MARESH who died Sunday evening, April 30th in a Bryan hospital.

Sister Maresh was born on July 20, 1890 in Snook, Texas and was a lifelong resident. She was the daughter of John M. and Mary (Skrabanek) Sebesta. Sister Maresh was a member of Lodge 9 in Snook where she outlived her policy. She was a member of the Snook Brethren Church and was baptized on May 24, 1891 by Rev. Juren and confirmed in 1905 by Rev. Chlumsky.

In her early years, she worked in the Burleson County tax office in Caldwell. She married John H. Maresh September 29, 1940 in Lyons

by Rev. H.E. Beseda, Sr. and spent her lifetime being a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister, Stannie Lewis, infant sister, Annie Sebesta and two brothers, Jerry Sebesta and Henry

Sebesta. She is survived by a sister, Lottie York of Somerville; two nephews, Joe Sebesta of Austin and Henry Sebesta of San Antonio; five great - nieces, one great - nephew, several cousins and numerous friends.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 2nd at Snook Brethren Church with Rev. Dan Husak and Rev. H.E. Beseda officiating.

Interment followed at the Snook Cemetery in Snook.

Pallbearers were Charlie Orsak, Robert Skrabanek, Jimmy Cummings, Oliver Sebesta, Scott York and Waitu Maars.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Respectfully submitted, Carlson Jakubik, Secretary

—SPJSTExpression

Of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother HENRY M. BECKHAM, of West, Texas who died Monday, April 3, 1989 at the age of 69 years.

Rosary was recited Wednesday, April 5th at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel in West. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10:30 a.m.

Thursday at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West.

The Rev. Ray Widacki as celebrant.

Burial took place in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Beckham of West; two daughters, Patricia Schwartz of Greensboro and Tanya Beckham of West; one stepson, Ron Kudelka of West; three brothers, J.L. Beckham of Hot Springs, South Dakota, Clyde Beckham of Penelope and Maurice Beckham of Austin; two sisters, Helen Uptmor and Florence Ella Perkins, both of Hallsburg and fiN grandchildren. ,: Brother Henry served in the Army during World War II and was a maintenance supervisor at Veterans Administration Medical Center until his retirement in 1983. He was a member of St. Mary's Church in West and an SPJST member since June 1963.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Polly Gaidusek Johnnie Gaidusek Darlene Engelke

—SPJST-

Expression Of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother CHRISTOPHER SPENCE, JR., of Waco, Texas who died Monday, May 1, 1989 at the age of 63 years.

Services were held Wednesday, May 3rd at St. Alban Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Paul Taft officiating.

Burial took place in Waco Memorial Park.

Brother Chris was an active member of SPJST Lodge 66 since March 1952.

He was also a member of RVOS 109, Western Fraternal Life, American Legion Post No. 121 and Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 4819 in West.

Brother Chris is survived by his wife, Rosemary Spence of Waco; his mother, Zepher Spence of Waco; two daughters, Zepher Marek of Rockdale and Jean Clover of Mount Pleasant; one son, Christopher Spence of McGregor; one sister, Willie L. Catington of Sumter, South Carolina; one brother, Alvis H. Spence of Waco and eight grandchildren.

Brother Chris worked with several construction companies.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Darlene Engelke Polly Gaidusek Johnnie Gaidusek

—SPJSTExpression

Of Sympathy We, the members of Lodge No. 68, Nelsonville, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother GEORGE MIKESKA, who passed away on March 3, 1989 at the age of 92 years. He was born May 7, 1896 in the Oak Hill community, where he lived his entire life. He was the son of George, Sr. and Annie (Susen) Mikeska.

Mr. Mikeska was a member of the Nelsonville Brethren Church and the Nelsonville SPJST Lodge.

On November 19, 1919 he was married to the former Millie Janosky in the Nelsonville Brethren Church.

Funeral services were held from the Nelsonville Brethren Church on March 5, 1989, at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Albert Michalik officiating. Burial was in Susen Cemetery in Nelsonville.

Pallbearers were Robert Engelholm, Wilmont Syptak, Miles Syptak, Clifton Hein, Edward R. White and G.H. Engelholm.

Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Mrs. Millie Mikeska of Oak Hill; daughter and son - in - law, Mattie and Jodie Frieda of Oak Hill; brothers, Joe Mikeska of Katy and Jerry Mikeska of Oak Hill; two grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George, Sr. and Annie Mikeska, three brothers and two sisters.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Respectfully submitted, Lillie M. Shupak, Secretary

—SPJST-

Expression Of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 15 Buckholts, wish to express our sincere sympathy on behalf of our entire membership to the family of brother LAMAR W. GRESAK, 48, of Conroe, Texas, who died Monday, April 10, 1989.

He was a member of Buckholts Lodge No. 15 for 44 years.

Mr. Gresak was the owner of Lamar Electric in Conroe. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and a supporter of the Mexican Lutheran Mission in Rio Bravo, Mexico.

Services were held Thursday at the Grace Lutheran Church of Conroe with Pastor Michael Robinson officiating. Burial was in Conroe under the arrangements of Metcalf Funeral Home.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Connie Joyce Gresak and his father,

Wednesday, May 31, 1989—VESTNEK/15 Waymond Gresak.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Gresak of Montgomery; son, Scott Wayne Gresak of Conroe; five daughters, Tammy Renee (Alfred) Roth of Houston, Terri Lynn Guignard of Conroe, Tammy Joe Gresak of Buckholts, Lisa Renee Gresak and Lori Lynn Gresak of Montgomery; his mother, Melattie Gresak of Buckholts and a brother, Tommy Gresak of Buckholts.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee Louise Sakewitz Sidonia Svoboda Charlsie Svetlik —SPJSTExpression

Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 91, Crosby on behalf of our members, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of sister SELMA ANNA GENTRY, 80, of Crosby, Texas who passed away February 14, 1989. She has been a resident of Crosby for over 72 years, a member of the Crosby United Methodist Church for over 40 years and a member of SPJST for 62 years.

Survivors include her husband, S.P. Gentry; daughter, June Carleton of Crosby; brother, Ira W. Mikeska of Channelview; grandchildren, Scott Carleton and Tracy Arnold, both of Huffman, Kyle Carleton of Austin, Paula Carleton of Crosby and 2 great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Thursday, February 16th at 2 p.m. at the Crosby United Methodist Church, with Rev. Joe Fort officiating.

Interment was in San Jacinto Cemetery. Pallbearers were Scott Carleton, O.O. (Buddy) Hare, Kyle Carleton, Don Ramsey, Freece Elliott and John Arnold.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Victor Lostak Steazie Franta Alvin A. Franta —SPJSTExpression

Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Seaton Star No. 47 on behalf of our entire membership, express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother LESTER W. WILLIAMS, who died at his home in Temple, Texas on Friday, April 14, 1989 at the age of 61.

Graveside services were held at Bellwood Memorial Park at 2 p.m.

Monday, April 17th with Chaplain Wilson Keenan officiating.

Mr. Williams had been a Temple resident since 1965. He was a veteran of the Korean War, retiring from the U.S. Army with the rank of staff sergeant in 1967.

Survivors are his wife, Mary Williams of Temple; a daughter, Connie Worley of Belton; two brothers, Isaac Williams of Riegelwood, North Carolina and Barry Williams of Wilmington, North Carolina; four sisters, Annie Ellis and Gladys Kleinhans, both of Marianna, Florida, Sadie Minium of Norfolk, Virginia and Ruth Bonomo of

Wilmington, North Carolina and one grandchild.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Adeline Kohutek Dorothy Pechal Martha Klusacek —SPJSTExpression

Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 63, Sweet Home on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister JULIA E. HAVLIK, who passed away in the Yoakum Hospital on Friday, March 3, 1989 at the age of 99.

Funeral services were held Monday, March 6th at 11 a.m. at the Koenig Peel Funeral Home in La Grange.

Burial was in the Halamicek Family Cemetery near Fayetteville, Texas.

Sister Havlik was a native of Roznov; she was born June 13, 1889.

Survivors include three sons, Lad Havlik of San Angelo, Charles J. Havlik, Jr. and Lawrence Havlik, both of Yoakum; six daughters, Lillie Mae Keilers, Martha Sirey and Alice Wisley of Houston, Anita Havran of La Grange, Julia Bernshausen of Yoakum and Anne Rubac of Gonzales; one brother, Ben of Halamicek Fayetteville; two sisters, Vlasta Teplicek of Rowena and Bertha Lancaster of Lolita; 26 grandchildren, 42 great - grandchildren and 8 great great - grandchildren.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace and may her memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee Mildred Bolech Millie Kutac Earline Zabransky —SPJST-

Expression

Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 63, Sweet Home on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother EMIL S. SLOVACEK, who passed away in a Hallettsville nursing home on Thursday, March 16, 1989 at the age of 80.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 18th at 10 a.m. at the Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Sweet Home with the Rev. Charles Sonnier officiating. Burial was in the Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery in Sweet Home.

Brother Slovacek was born September 12, 1908 in Shiner, Texas.

Survivors include two sons, Ernest Slovacek of Hallettsville and Daniel Slovacek of Shiner; a daughter, Dorothy Heiman of Yoakum and seven grandchildren.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee Mildred Bolech Millie Kutac Earline Zabransky —SPJST-

Expression Of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth on behalf of our membership, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother PETER CHARLEY KRET, who passed away Friday, May 5, 1989 in Cistern, Texas at the age of 62 years.

Brother Kret was with Texas Steel in Fort Worth; after his retirement they moved to Cistern, Texas.

Survivors include his wife, Euna Kret of Cistern; a stepson of Fort Worth; nephews, John P. Kret of Fort Worth and Steve Kret of California and aunt, Frances Miller of San Antonio, Texas.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, May 9th at the El Mott Cemetery.

Flatonia Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Mary Hale Rose Steinman Mary Pavey —SPJST-

Expression

C! Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 148, El Maton on behalf of our members, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister ANNE N. LUCAS, who passed away in Dallas, Texas on May 13, 1989 at the age of 84.

Graveside service was held at 2 p.m. at Hawley Cemetery in Blessing, Texas with Rev. Wil Baily from Dallas officiating.

Sister Lucas was born December 13, 1904 in East Bernard to John K. and Frances Janik Novosad.

Sister Lucas had been a member of SPJST since November 10, 1936. She was a member of the Methodist church.

Survivors include a daughter and son - in - law, Betty Jo and William Gavitt; two grandsons, Lucas and Charlton; one sister, Martha Naiser of East Bernard.

Local arrangements were made by Taylor Brothers of Bay City.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Dorothy Hahn Frank Hahn Marie Morris —SPJST-

Mr. and l irs. Stephen P. Friloux

Friloux ® Robson Wedding Josephine Ann Robson and Stephen Peter Friloux were married Saturday, April 8th at 1:30 p.m. in the Gazebo of Bear Creek Park on Memorial Drive in Houston, Texas.

The bride is the daughter of Wilbur and Elizabeth Robson of Houston and the granddaughter of Lorena Robson and Mary A. Orlando.

Parents of the groom are Marion J. and Jane Friloux, also of Houston.

Karen Robson, the bride's sister, served as maid of honor. Curtis Friloux, the groom's brother, was best man.

The bride selected one of her nieces, Catherine Kubeczka to serve as flower girl.

Other nieces, Catherine Kubeczka, Mary Beth Lewandowski, Christy Robson and Amanda Story, assisted with ricelpags, guest book, keepsake, match books and with some of the food served at the reception.

Following the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom were honored with a reception at year Creek

Community Center.

Helping with decorations and preparation of the food included the bride's sisters, brothers, their spouses and friends, namely, Lorene Kubeczka, Samuel Robson, Sheila Hartigan, Donald Robson and Karen Robson.

A graduate of Jersey Village High School, the bride is attending Video Technical Institute of Houston where she is majoring in Advanced Computer Skills.

The groom also attended Jersey Village High School.

A beautiful bridal shower was given on March 19th by the bride's aunts, Josephine Hughes, Mary L. Orlando, Jo Ann Orlando, Patsy Ann Orlando, Lucille Olivere, Lena Raska, Patricia Orlando and Doris Robson. wed couple The newly honeymooned in Galveston, Texas.

The bride, her parents and grandmothers are all members of SPJST Lodge No. 88, Houston.

—SPJST-

Wednesday, May 31, 1989—VESTNIK/16

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis A. Kocich

June Krenek Weds Dennis Kocich In February 4th Ceremony June Marie Krenek and Dennis Albin Kocich were united in holy matrimony on Saturday, February 4, 1989 at 3 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy.

The ceremony was performed by Reverend Paul McCallum.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Krenek and the granddaughter of Joe Kratky and the late Emily Kratky, all of Sealy and the late Edward and Millie Krenek of Orchard.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Binnie Kocich and the grandson of the late Joe and Emma Rybak and Alois and Mary Kocich, all of Houston.

The wedding music was beautifully accommodated by the bride's sister, Cynthia Grigar, playing the organ.

Willie Strieder accompanied her on many of the musical arrangements on his trumpet.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride chose a designer gown by Bonny.

The gown was ornately fitted in the bodice with a lace trimmed V - neck and matching V - drop waist. Heavy beading of bridal pearls and iridescent paillettes created a rich design on the front and back bodice. The long sleeves were a combination of satin to the elbow and sheer to the wrist with an Elizabethan puff at the shoulder, also enhanced with beading. The full skirt was detailed with scattered beading at the hemline. Gracefully strung pearls draped the low back, and a large beaded bow at the waist added interest. The beautiful scalloped cathedral train was adorned with

detailed beaded sides and lace cutouts with bottle cut sequins and beading.

Additional beading was added by her mother.

To complement her gown, she wore a bandeau of pearls and iridescent beads enhanced by a side paillette of bridal pearls framing her face. The beaded pouf fingertip veil was designed by her mother.

The bride carried a flowing bouquet of fresh red roses, miniature white carnations, dendrobium orchid beautifully blended with baby's breath and ming fern.

Her something new, was her gown; something old, a six strand pearl choker with garnet and diamond pendant from Ira Lee Kuhrt; her something borrowed, her mother's pearl earrings; something blue, the garter. A penny for good luck was put in her shoe by her father.

Robin Schneider, served as matron of honor and Lisa Kollatschney as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Rose Stastny, Stacey Stockman, Becky Kratky, Beverly Zapalec, Kim Kratky, Shirley Brademon, Lynda Doughterty and Cindy Cobb.

Junior bridesmaids were the bride's nieces, Sheila Krenek and Paula Grigar.

The bridesmaids wore semi - formal knee - length dresses featuring an off the shoulder black velvet V - bodice and red moire taffeta bubble skirt with a matching red bow on the shoulder.

Junior bridesmaids wore similar dresses featuring red bows on both shoulders of their short sleeve dress.

Each attendant wore a matching bandeau with a pouf made by the bride's sister - in - laws, Faye and Lois Krenek.

All attendants carried a fresh red rose accentuated with greenery and bridal's breath with the honor attendants carrying double roses.

Renee Grigar, also the bride's niece and godchild, was the charming miniature bride. She wore a gown resembling the bride's designed by her mother, Cynthia Grigar. Beading of pearls and iridescent sequins adorned the V - front and back bodice and the long satin puff sleeves. Lace pearls and iridescence enhanced the scalloped hemline and cathedral train with a beaded bow at the back waist. Pearls were gracefully strung across her back.

Her fingertip beaded pouf veil was held in place by a pearl bandeau adorned with a paillette of pearls draping the side of her face made by her grandmother, Irene Krenek.

She carried a cascading bouquet of red roses, miniature white carnations, bridal's breath and ming fern.

Serving as best men were the groom's nephews, Kerry Divin and Shannon Divin. Groomsmen were Chris Krenek, Bruce Brosch, Greg Machac, Pat Scanlin, Ronnie Machac, Gordon Brademon, Wayne Jasek and Johnnie Konarik.

Casey Krenek and Mitchell Krenek, the bride's nephews served as Junior groomsmen.

Ringbearer was Chuck Krenek, also the bride's nephew, carried a handmade heart - shaped lace pillow with white satin rosettes made by Irene Krenek.

The men were attired in traditional black tuxedos. The groom wore a designer cumberbund and tie with a red rose and miniature boutonniere.

The groomsmen wore red cummerbunds and ties with red rose boutonnieres.

Ushers were James Krenek, Jimmie Grigar, Joe Ray Krenek and Marvin Zatopek. The special gifts were presented by Mr. and Mrs. Frank

Felcman, the bride's godparents.

Witnesses were Joe Ray Krenek, brother of the bride, and Nancy Zatopek, sister of the groom. Lay reader was Kevin Krenek. Serving as altar boys were Chad, Konrad and Kyle Novicke, A reception was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall. The entry consisted of a bride and groom created out of balloons, a white iron loveseat beneath a red velvet heart decor, plants, and lattice panels enhanced with greenery and red bows. Red and white balloons inscribed with "June and Dennis February 4, 1989" hugged the entire entry ceiling.

The bride's cake, made by Janice Kasmiersky, was a ten - tier confection topped with a lighted bride and groom figurine.

The delicious groom's red velvet double heart - shaped cake was given and made by Bonnie Smith.

Houseparty members included Debbie Frank, Bonnie Smith, Carolyn Dierschke, Mona Norris, Susie Walters, Diane Holtzclaw, Diane Linder, Marilyn Rankin, Cynthia Sodolak, Becky Wehring, Debbie Kutra, Cathy Conner, Tricia Luedecke, Joy Klesel, Lyn Novicke and Betty Jean Klesel.

A barbecue meal was served by Staff's Catering of El Campo.

Continuous music throughout the day and night was provided by three bands, Jimmy Brosch and the Country Boys, The Talstars, and Krenek's and the Texas Sounds. Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Konarik, Sr. led the wedding march.

A rehearsal dinner (roast beef) with Staff's Catering was held February 3rd. The bride and groom presented gifts to their attendants and to each other.

The couple is residing in Sealy, Texas.

The bridegroom is a member of SPJST Lodge No. 88, Houston.

—SP J ST — z."

Michael Meyer and Susan Cejka

Announce Engagement Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cejka are proudly announcing the engagement of their daughter, Susan, to Michael Meyer, son of Col. and Mrs. J.A. Pratz of Hilton Head, South Carolina and the late Lt. Col. William M. Meyer.

Susan Cejka graduated from SWTSU on May 13, 1989 with a BA degree in Fashion Merchandising. She works at Mane Attraction and part

time at J.C. Penney in San Marcos, Texas.

Michael has a BS degree in Criminal Justice and is now a legal assistant in Austin, Texas.

The wedding will take place on June 3, 1989 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

(Mrs. Cejka is a member of SPJST Lodge No, 4, Hallettsville.)

—SPJST-

PODPORA - LIDSKOST -- BRA RSTVI Ceska cast Credni organ S/ovanske Podporujici Jednoty Statu Texas. zaloiene roku 1897

ROtNilc 77

eiSLO 22

Oddil Dopisovatelii Spetka kofeni Jeden pfitel si steluje druhemu, "Vig , ja s moji sestrou se poild hadame. V2dy puvodne proti sobe defame v gelijake darebnosti. Ona dobfe vi 2e ja nemarn gramafonovjr stroj a ona mi koupila hraci desku.

Kdy2 oslavovala sve narozeniny, koupil jsem ji podprsenku!"

Vilem Soueek

Nedavne a pfigti filmy z teskoslovenska tu v Houstonu.

Posledni 2 dny v mesici dubnu (v sobotu a v nedeli zmineneho mesice) byla tu v Houstonu premiera dvou filmu ze stare vlasti. V sobotu 29. dubna to byl slovenskj7 film "Boxer a smrt", v nedeli 30. dubna to byl eeskj/ film "Zakazane sny."

Oba filmy mely bohu2e1 slabou nav gtevu pro ubohou reklamu. Nag krajanskjr tisk o filmech nevedel; ja jsem byl nahodne informovan znamjimi o techto filmech 2 dny pfedtim ve etvrtek veeer a tak jsem videl jen sobotni film "Boxer a smrt" jeliko2 prig ti den v nedeli jsem mel ji2 nekolik tjldnu pfedem naplanovan jinj7 program. Podobne bylo na torn nekolik myth znamjrch, kterjun tak tyto filmy ugly.

Dej obou filmu byl z doby druhe svetove valky. Slovenskj7 film, kterjr jsem v sobotu, se takfka celjr odehraval v nerneckem koncentraenim tabofe zal*iajic se lieenim stragnjrch titrap osazenstva tohoto tabora smrti a osudem spoluvezne boxera, hlavni postavy tohoto filmu. Zkratkou feeeno: slovenskjf koncentraenik, povolanim boxer, jet puvodne mel slou2it veliteli tabora, rovne2 boxeru, jen jako treningovji pytel, se s komandantem nakonec dvakrat utkal a ho porazil. Nemec ho obvinil z foulu (rany pod pas) a ureil ho k odraveni. Na domluvy sve milenky, 2e tento skutek zmafi po \fake jeho boxerskou karieru, zmenil velitel tabora smrti sve rozhodnuti a dal prospustit slovenskeho boxera pod cizim jrnenem na svobodu. Po zaslechnuti taborovjrch siren se vgak boxer vraci zpet do koncentraku k zabraneni represalii pro jeho zmizeni.

(Komandant mu fekl, 2e represalie nebudou!) On stejne nem62e takovou cestou pfijmout svobodu, kdy svobodu nemohou mit i jeho pfatele spoluvezni!

V tomto zajimavem slovenskem filmu se mluvilo ye 4 jazycich; par minut na zae'dtku to vypadalo na film nemeckjr , jeliko2 v tu dobu bylo vge feeeno v tomto jazyce. Mimo sloven gtiny a zminene ji g nemeiny bylo ye filmu te2 sly get eeg tinu a politinu.

Oba filmy mely tee spravne a dukladne anglicke titulky takie i osoby slovengtinu neb eegtinu Indio ei vithec neovladajici "si pfi gly na sve", neboli mohly filmum rozumet.

Jak jig v tomto informativnim elanku zmineno, nav gteva dubnovjrch

3L kvetna 1989 filmu byla slaba pro neinformovanost zdej gich krajanu. Je gte tento rok na podzim budeme v gak moci vie napravit v g eobecnou nav g tevou mnohem vet giho kulturniho podniku stejneho druhu opet tu v Houstonu. V houstonskern Muzeu krasneho umeni (In Houston's Museum of Fine Arts) se bude toti2 pofadat od 7. fijna letogiho roku do ledna pfigtiho roku velkj, filmovjf festival pod jrnenem Ceskjf modernismus 1905-1945. Ceske filmy budou tu promitany v uvedene tfirnesieni dobe ka2dj, patek a kaMou sobotu a nedeli. Vstupne bude stat etyfi dolary, studenti a osoby star gi 55 let budou platit tfi dolary.

Adresa s telefony Muzea krasneho umeni je nasledujici: Museum of Fine Arts 1001 Bissonnet, Houston, Tx 77005 Tel. (713) 639-7530 or (713) 639-7515 Toto muzeum se nachazi u kfi2ovatky ulic Montrose a Bissonnet, blizko znameho houstonskeho hotelu Warwick. Takfka pies ulici od muzea je velke bezplatne parkovigte.

Prosim poznaete si laskave ji g nyni doma i v zamestnani na sve kalendafe tuto nynej gi pfedbe2nou informaci ohledne budouciho festivalu eeskjich filmu pod nazvem Ces14 modernismus, 7. fijen 89 o2 leden 1990 v houstonskem Muzeu krasneho umeni.

Tento vjfznamnjr kulturni podnik s velkjrm poetem pfedvaleenj/ch filmu a fotografii si zaslou21 v gestranou podporu cele nail krajanske vetve. Svou Lieasti a propagaci teto akce v nagich eeskoamerickjich halach a spolcich pomil2eme udr2et na ge Ceske dedictvi tu na jihu Spojer4ch Nezapomente tedy na tento pfedbe2nji informativni elanek a pfijed'te z blizka i z dali leto gi podzim i zimu na tyto filmy do houstonskeho Muzea krasneho umeni. Podporou nail kultury podporujeme na ge narodni dedictvi v Texasu!

John J. Karas z Houstonu.

West, Texas, blezen 1989.

(Pile pi. Lidka Vaculikova)

(Pokraeovani) Sedeli asi do osmi hodin, prave se chystali dome, kdy pfijela Jindfi gka s Ev2enkou, na gi na chvili odjeli a ony sedely a'Z do paljedenacte hodiny a 2e byly d ye, tak se nebaly noeni jizdy ve Wacu.

Odeily a ja povidam tat'kovi, jak se citi, aby pozdravoval na druhe strane rodiee a v gechny pfatele, a2 pfejde pies branu nebeskou. Podle nazoru lekafa zrak vynechava nejprve a nejpozdeji sluch a myslim si, aspon mu neco budu Mat, i kdy nemtit2e odpovedet, pomodlila jsem se a ila jsem si lehnout, ale stejne jsem nespala, proto2e kahle dye hodiny ho pfi gly ogetfovatelky pohnout a dat mu medecinu, tak jsem si Maio, 2e musim take neco vytrpet.

Kousek z umele hmoty mu z tist vytahly, proto2e mu tlaeilo v tistech a te2ko olj7chal, stale byl ru2ovy v oblieeji, ale telo ji g umiralo, nakonec i vnitfni organy vypovedely sluthu.

Byla nedele dne 12. bfezna, nebyla jsem v kostele, ale na gi mladi gli a u2

pi=ed polednem byli v nemocnici.

Divame se na neho, u2 mu zkougim nohy a ruce, v gechno studene a i eelo ochladlo, Jenik gel fici ogetfovatelkam, jakou potfebuje pomoc, doktor byl tam, mefi teplotu, zkou g i tep, odnesly stan. Divali jsme se na neho, ja mu dr2im ruku, prsty zaealy tuhnout a modrat. Ptam se: tat'ko, jak daleko jsi na ceste do nebe? On vydechne, Jenik pfiskoei, Marcelka stoji vedle a hladi, deti se divaji... Zakfieim: tak rychle jsi ode gel a ani jsi nefekl sbohem, zaeal zase djrchat narnahave a parkrat vydechnul a zase dlouho nic a to trvalo asi do 12 hodin 28 minut, kdy pfestal cljichat s koneenou platnosti.

Zdalo se, 2e nernel bolesti, oblieej byl klidnj, a tak tedy rychle ode g el otec myth synu. Dr. Smith ho prohledl a konstatoval smrt, zanedlouho pfijeli z pohfebniho Listavu a behem jedne hodiny jsme byli i my doma.

Muj mantel Karel nechtel nikdy jit do nemocnice a jestli citil, 2e se z nemocnice u2 nevrati 2ivjr, to nevim, ale vicly fikaval, 2e nechce bjrt pokusnjrm kralikem. Nebyl tam dlouho, od nedele 5. bfezna do nedele 12. bfezna a tam se zakoneil rychle jeho 2ivot. Pohfeb mel dne 15. bfezna 1989 ye tfi hodiny odpoledne. Obfad byl diistojnji a pfi glo mnoho pfatel a znamj/ch vzdat mu posledni uctu. Ani jsem nevedela, 2e marne tolik pfatel.

Potegili mne v eas smutku a udelali hodne pro nas. Jsem jim velice vdeend za jejich obef a dary, Pan Biih yam to zaplat'!

Pohfebni obfady se konaly v kapli pohfebniho Listavu Aderhold, proslovy pfednes1 baptistickji kazatel Mark Whitten a eesky promluvil Dr. Josef kterjr promluvil o Karlove 2ivote a mladi, oba meli moc krasnou fee.

Pan Payne, feditel pohfebniho Listavu, zazpival d ye pisne. Pak jsme odjeli na hfbitov a po obfadech na hfbitove jsme pou2ili pohostinstvi sdru2eni baptistickjrch 'Zen a men jsme pohogteni pro Lieastniky pohfbu. jsme se v gichni rozloueili, byl ji g veeer a tak jsme dali v g echno do pofadku a nektefi pfatele nas pfi gli jeg te potegit navgtevou u nas doma.

Na druhjr den jsme s Marcelkou napsaly dekovne karty a odvezly na pogtu asi v jedenact hodin rano, pfijely jsme dome a mne se udelalo gpatne od 2aludku, v gecko mne bolelo, uvnitf se mi telo chvelo a tak 2e musim k doktorovi. Melo jsem z yjrgenjf tlak, ugi mne bolely a oei a v gelijake jine bolesti pfi gly na me a ja jsem byla velice nemocna. Dostala jsem pilulky na uklidneni a 2e mam zase pfijit za tj,den.

Pilulky pomohly a pfiiel duben a ja jsem se citila jig lepe a u2 6.dubna jsem pracovala na zahradce. Diky Panu, 2e se mi zdravl vratilo. Napsala mi kamaradka ze stare vlasti:Lidko, neplae, ja jsem si zataila srdce od pldee ted' le2im v nemocnici... Maniel ji zemfel v lofiskem roce v kvetnu a Tonea plakala a chodila na hfbitov stale. Take to neni dobfe, ale kdy je ka2djr jinjf a nemfr2eme se ovladnout a neplakat... Cekarn na zpravu, jestli 2ije, snad cid Pan, 2e se uzdravi a bude Zit a na "prigti rok se setkame jako dye vdovy a budeme vzpominat na nage man2ele.

2ivot u2 je takovji, 2e poild jenom

slunce nesviti, ale je i zamraeeno a kdy jeden z man2e16 odejde, musime to vzit tak, jak to jde, proto2e 2i.vot jde dal a my s pomoci Bo2i musime 2it a eekat, o2 si nas Pan zavold...Jen abychom byli hotovi v geho nechat a jit... Myslim, 2e ka24 z nas marne nejake zku genosti se smrti, u2 je to nejakjr eas, co Karel ode gel tam, kde ho nic neboli, my [name jen vzpominky a ted' je fada na mne. Co se da Mat, veene tady nem62eme Tak se viichni opatrujte a chrafite se proti chfipce, zvla gte vy, ktefi jste v pokroeilem veku a take yam radim, abyste nejake to cvieeni provadeli podle vlastnich schopnosti, aby se yam krev rozproudila po tele a telo yam mohlo slou2it po del g i eas. Take ale davejte pozor na duchovni sta y 2ivota, aby i duch byl pfipraven a mohl ueinit rozhodnuti je g te v dot* kdy viechny telesne schopnosti jsou v pine sile.

Duch eloveka je veenj7, telo se obrati v prach, jak z prachu povstalo a bud'me jisti, kde stravime na gi vecnost.

(Konec)

Jedine letni vyueovani eegtiny v Houstone a v okoli.

Aliefska veeerni g kola ma v programu leto gi let째 dalgi kurs hovorove eeg tiny pro zaeateeniky i pro pokroeile studenty. Tento letni kurs rozdelenjT na d y e skupiny bude op& zamefen na jednoduchou konversaci navazujici na zaklady gramatiky potfebne k tomuto cili. Zminene letni vyueovani bude 12 veeeru, dvakrat tjidne, v uterj r a ve etvrtek, od sedmi do deviti hodin veeer. Prvni lekce bude v liter-ST gesteho eervna; g kola skonei osumnacteho eervence. Skolne je pouze 40 dolaru, co2 neni ani tfi a perl dolaru za dye hodiny quky Ceske feei! (To je lace lep g i nee kdysi u Bati!) Zajemci se mohou zapsat bud' osobne ve dnech 24. a 25. kvetna od 6:30 do 8:30 veeer v jidelne ikoly Hastings South, kde se nachazi kancelaf Aliefske veeerni ikoly, anebo ueinit zapis po gtou. (Prosim neodkladejte se zapisem a2 na posledni chvili.) Patfiene informace k teto oznamce a jine pripadne podrobnosti poda v gem zajemcam kancelaf veeerni gkoly.

Adresa s telefony Aliefske yeeerni g koly je tato: Alief Community Evening School, AISD, P.O. Box 68, Alief, TX, 77411. Telefon: 498-8110 x 320 nebo 495-4053.

P.S. Vyueovani eegtiny a ueeni se Ceske feei je nezbytne k zachovani naieho narodniho dedictvi tu ve State osamele hvezdy, jeliko2 studiem Ceske feei stava se ka2c1j, eeskoamerickjr student el studentka daleko vice etnicky uvedomeljf nebo uvedomeld. Etnicky uvedomeli a ee gtiny znalf krajane zpomali ustaviene odnarodriovani a nedopusti aby eeska mluva za patnact ci petadvacet let se stala tu v Texasu mrtqm jazykem, koneic pak v muzeu.

"Kolik feei zna g , tolikrat jsi elovekem" je pravdive pfislovi jak v eegtine tak i v cele fade cizich jazyku, ponevad2 znalost jinjTch feel je vgeobecne znamon vjthodou at' ji g ye vefejmnem ci v soukromem 2ivote.

18/VESTNIK-31. kvetna 1989 DaIgi plus studii eegtiny je nasledujici: Cegtina je slovanskY jazyk patfici do slovanske jazykove skupiny, ktera je nejvet gi skupinou tohoto druhu v Evrope. Z tohoto clUvodu rovne2 tedy je ueeni se eesky vYhodne, proto2e tato znalost velmi pak usnadni studia dalgich slovanskYch feel.

"Loquendo discitur loqui" znamenajici "mluvenim se nova uei jak mluvit", (dopineno a vhodneji snad feeeno, zhora uvedene latinske pfislovi zni takto: "mluvenim eeske feei elovek se uei ji znat") je cluldite heslo jak pro studenty eekiny tak pro kahleho z nas, kdo se opravdu hlasi k rodne krvi.

Prosim upozornete laskave na tento letni kurs ee gtiny v Aliefu sve pfibuzne, pfatele a zname. KaMY je upfimne vitan.

Ueitel John J. Karas z Houstonu.

Verne se eesky Let Us Study Czech!

Lekce sedmnacta—Lesson 17 Forming plurals—Mnoine eislo The nominative plural of masculine animate nouns has, for both hard and soft stems, the ending i, which softens the hard consonants before it. vojak—vojaci had—hadi Cech—CeM eert—eerti doktor—doktofi pan—pani There are 2 other endings for animate masculine nouns in the nom. pl . — ove — personal names, such as Vaclavove, which means several people with the name Vacla y . Other examples: Cech—either Ital—Italove Srb—Srbove CeS'i or (one syllable names) Cechove , N6.

pan-panove syn—synove elen—elenove biskup—biskupove filosof—filosofove There is much fluctuation in the usage of the plural i and ove. Perhaps one rule of thumb to follow is to use the ove form when speaking and writing formally.

All nouns ending in —tel, denoting office, position, or occupation, are made plural by the simple addition of é. Examples: pohan—pohani ueitel—ueitele andel—andele stavitel—stavitele host—hoste obean—obeane krajan—krajane soused—sousede Ameriean— elovek—lide Americana man2e1— Slovan—Slovane manielove (exception: German, Germani (Nouns ending in—ista): houslista—housliste gachista—gachiste pianista—pianiste, pfitel—pfatele There are a number of nouns that usually go in pairs, such as any, brYle, etc., somewhat like our words, sheep, deer, etc. There is no singular form for these words. Examples: noviny penize kalhoty gaty housle klegte rodiee rifik'ky brYle dvefe hodiny Proper names, places, countries, etc.: Cechy Marianske Lazne Teplice Karlovy Vary Feasts: Vanoce Velikonoce narozeniny jmeniny There exist some of the old dual number plural in Czech: koleno—kolena ruka—ruce oko—oei noha—nohy ucho—ugi prs—prsa rameno—ramena Exercise Write the nominative plural of these words: chlapec bratr pfitel sestra American kupec houslista soused Form sentences of your own with the plural of these words:

Polak—Polaci and M ad'ar — Madafi

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lay any weight upon his words.

Moderni gkola klade na 2aky velike po2ada yky.— The modern school makes great demands on pupils.

Klademe si za dl zdvojnasobit vYrobu.— We have set ourselves the aim to double the production.

Poslanec musi skladat tiety svym volieiim.— The member of parliament must account to his constituents.

Mesto se rozklada na rozloze 50 km2.— The town spreads on the area of 50 square kilometers. Dale klademe pfizyuk/cluraz na slovo, obvaz na ranu, rakev do hrobu, venec na hrob; slepice klade vejce.— We lay stress/emphasis on a word, dressing on a wound, coffin in a grave, wreath on a grave; a hen lays eggs.

Put the words in brackets into correct forms: Note: This is the first of a series of revision exercises. Revise the grammar of —SPJSTcases of nouns, adjectives and pronouns from the first forty lessons!

Learn Czech With Us Don't forget about the exceptional forms!

81st lesson. Revision exercises.

Koupil jsem'gest lahvi (plzefiske pivo).

The verbs to lay, to put.

Snih tady obvykle od (prosinec) do Some phrases with the verb (dnor éi bfezen), ale na horach je gte i v klcist.

Note: Mind the different forms: (duben a' kveten). Co je (nove)? impf., NemocnY potfebuje talif (silna hovezi kldst—kladu, impf., polevka). Reka Labe teee do (Severni poklcidat—pokladam, more), Dunaj do (Cerne more). Mam poloz7t—polo2fm, pf.

Ni zkouke budeme klast driraz jak na Gas kaRlY den krome (Ctvrtek). rychlost, tak i na pfesnost psani.— At V g ichni sedeli kolem (st61) a the exam we shall lay stress (em- debatovali. V (nedele) pojedeme na phasize) both on speed and accuracy of vYlet do (Melnik). Poslouchame spelling. Obranci mesta kladli nepfiteli pfednagky z (eeskY jazyk) a z (eeska hou2evnatY odpor.— The defenders of literatura). Novakovi se pfestehovali the town stubbornly resisted the do (nage ulice) teprve neclavno. JakY je enemy. Dovolte, abych yam poloiil nazev (ta krasna baseii)? Od (pondeli) nekolik otazek.— Allow me to ask you do (patek) bude mimo (Praha). Dejte several questions. Vojak polo2i1 svrij mi, prosim, pulku (chleb), dvacet deka 2ivot za vlast.— The soldier gave (laid (sr) a deset deka (salarn). Take si vezdown) his life for his country. mu kilo (cukr) a balieek (indickY eej).

Pokladame si za Best spolupracovat s Rad chodim na prochazky do vami.— We have the honour to (pfiroda): do (les), kolem (rybnik) cooperate with you. Nezapomeri na to! nebo (jezero), podle (feka) ei (potok), Kladu ti to na srdce.— Don't forget nebo alespoii do (park) kolem (zarnek). about it! I lay it to your heart. Net Od (obed) jsem u nic nejedl, gel jsem budeme souhlasit, klademe si spat bez (veeefe). To je device (milj nasledujici podminky.— Before we dobrY pfitel Josef Novak). V (ta base) agree we make the following reserva- mri2eme obdivovat krasu (nak eeska tions. Polo2ili mu nut na krk. Bud' fee).

JAN HOLUB bude souhlasit, nebo bude muset odejit.— They forced him to make up his mind. Either he'll consent, or leave.

SKLENENOU pyramidu ze 6 192 Já ti to za chybu nekladu.— I don't skleniOek na §ampariske postavili dva blame you for that. Polo2i1 zaklady studenti ve francouzskern meste moderni vede.— He laid the founda- Tours. tions of modern science. Jeho slovrim neprikladam Z'adnou vahu.— I don't

Robert vojak filosof ueitel stavitel tech °bean pan host syn soused elen mantel Pronounce all the words OUT LOUD. Be sure and look up all words you don't know the meaning of.

Translate the sentence you write in Czech into English.

Bubenitek Tluee bubenie'ek, tluee na buben, a pojd'te ven! svolivi hochy: Zahrajem si na vojiky, mime flinty i bodiky, holi, hfira, hej, nikdo nemegkej!"

(Can you read and translate this verse?)

SPJST Lodge No. 88

to

PICNIC

Swimming Pool Opening —

SEATON STAR HALL (SPJST Lodge No. 47) (5 Miles East of Temple on Highway 53)

WEEKENDS —

4 1989 SUNDAY, JUNE 4,

May 27 and 28, 1989

Beginning at 11:30 a.m.

• 13BQ Beef Meal w/trimmings, 11:30 a.m.; Also Plates To (Serving All Day; BBQ Sandwiches/French Fries/Kolaches/Cakes

Go

• Games For All Ages: Ball Throw/Country Store/ Dunking Booth/Teddy Bear Stand *Social Games, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. *FREE Entertainment Throughout The Day • Auction Starts at 5:00 p.m.

FREE DANCE after Auction; Music by Charles Mikeska & The New "Sensations"

Entertainment For Young and Old All Day Long Come Join Us!

June 3 and 4, 1989 (Daily thereafter)

HOURS: 12 Noon - ':00 p.m.

Swimming Lessons and Water Exercise Classes will be available.

For more information call 869-5767

ADMISSION: 1.00 per ITamber '3.00 per guest

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Wednesday, May 31, 1989-VESTNIK/19 1.111

SPJST CALENDAR

LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE Tuesday, June 13-Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m. ***

FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD June 2-Lodge 6 Meeting; also Youth Club Meeting Saturday, June 3-Mynar-Neckar Reunion Sunday, June 4-Savage Reunion Friday, June 9-Family Social Night Saturday, June 10-Glatter Reunion Sunday, June 11-Henning Reunion Friday, June 16-Family Social Night Saturday, June 17-Krizan Reunion Thursday, June 22-McLennan Coop Tour/Dinner Friday, June 23-Malone Coop Supper/Meeting/Social Saturday, June 24-Holacka Reunion Sunday, June 25-RVOS #46 Family Day *** LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX Sunday, June 4-Family Reunion Saturday, June 10-Scott Hoyt Sunday, June 11-Family Reunion Saturday, June 17-Texas Unlimited Saturday, June 24-Leather and Lace *** LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Saturday, June 3-Buckholts School Reunion Dance; music by Charles Mikeska and The "Sensations" (Regular Lodge Meeting every 2nd Wednesday at 7 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 17, NEW TABOR Sunday, June 18-Fund-Raiser Spaghetti Lunch (Members bring Sweets); also Honoring 50-Year Pin Recipients *** LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Saturday, June 3-Cloverleaf, 8:30-12:30 Saturday, June 10-Debonaires, 9-1 Sunday, June 11-Tuba Dan and Polka Landers. from Wisconsin, 4-8 Saturday, June 17-Leslie Huff and Lonesome Dove Band, 9-1 Sunday, June 25-Central Texas Sounds, 4-8 (Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 to 12:30) *** LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Sunday, June 3-Green's Reunion Saturday, June 10-Stepan's Reunion Sunday, June 11-Regular Lodge Meeting, 2:30 p.m.; 50-Year Pin Awards; Ladies bring salad, vegetable or dessert Saturday, June 24-Sterling Country Sunday, June 25-Skrabanek-Marek Reunion (Games every Wednesday night, 7 p.m.; Kitchen/Bar Open; Lic. #1-74-0875354-3) *** LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS (For reservations or hall rentals call Linda Trojacek at 875-6321 or James Whitfield at 875-5458) *** LODGE NO. 28, EAST BERNARD Sunday, June 4-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. at the Lodge Hall Sunday, Sept. 17-Second Semi-Annual "Czech National Cemetery Association" Meeting *** LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Sunday, June 11-Lodge Meeting and Honoring 50-Year Members Sunday, June 25-Dance; music by Charle.

Mikeska and The "Sensations" (Lodge 29 Adult Meeting every 2nd Sunday, 4 p.m.; Youth Club Meeting, 3 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, June 3-Midnight Highway Saturday, June 10-Cherokee Rose Sunday, June 11-SPJST Youth Club Meeting 2 p.m.; RVOS #50 Meeting, 2:30 p.m.; and SPJST Meeting, 3 p.m.

Saturday, June 17-Dakota Saturday, June 24-Billy Roy and Heart of The Night *** LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN Sunday, June 4-Adult Meeting, 2 p.m.; Youth

Regular Monthly Meeting, 7 p.m.

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

Meeting following; Sandwich Supper; Volleyball/Dominoes Saturday/Sunday, June 10-11-Youth Annual Summer Trip *** LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Saturday, June 3-Manuel Reyes Sunday, June 25-Lodge No. 40 Social Honoring 50-Year Members; Note Burning of Addition/Remodeling Note for our Lodge Sunday, Aug. 13-Hosting District VI YAD (Games every Monday night, 7:30 p.m.; Games License No. 3000-72-8240-0) *** LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, June 3-NO DANCE before picnicpreparations for Picnic during Day Sunday, June 4-Lodge Picnic, 11:30 a.m.; BBQ Beef Plates here or to go; BBQ Sandwiches/Hamburgers/French Fries/Kolaches/Cakes; Games for all ages; Social Games, 1 to 5 p.m.; Auction, 5 p.m.; FREE Dance after Auction, music by Charles Mikeska and The New "Sensations" Friday, June 9-Lodge and Youth Club Meetings, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 10-Tuba Dan and The Polkalanders of Ripon, Wisconsin, 8-12 p.m.; Admission, $4 Per Person (No passes this dance only) Sunday, June 11-Hejl Family Reunion, 10 a.m.

Friday, June 16-Family Night Social, 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 17-LeeRoy Matocha Sunday, June 18-Happy Father's Day Monday, June 19-Trustees' Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 24-Dionys Brenek's 40th Wedding Anniversary; music by Leroy Rybak's Swinging Band Sunday, June 25-Southerland Reunion, 10 a.m.

(All dances are from 8 to 12 p.m. Everyone invited for a great time) *** LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA (Happy Hour on Wednesdays, 6-10 p.m.; Game Social, 3rd Friday Night of each Month) *** LODGE NO. 54, WEST Friday, June 16-Lodge Quarterly Meeting, 7 p.m.; Social following *** LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, June 3-Billy Roy and Heart of The Night Friday, June 9-Midnight Highway Saturday, June I0-"Dakota" Friday, June 16-Southern Rain Saturday, June 17-Cherokee Rose Sunday, June 18-Lodge Meeting, 2:30 p.m.; also Youth Club Meeting Saturday, June 24-Midnight Highway Saturday, July 1-Private Wedding Saturday, July 8-Billy Roy and Heart of The Night Saturday, July 15-Private Wedding Sunday, July 16-Lodge Meeting, 2:30 p.m.; Youth Club also meets Saturday, July 22-RVOS #109 Family Day Saturday, July 29-"Easy" *** 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, Aug. 5-Tommie Vanek, 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 Saturday, June 3-SUPER GAMES; maximum prizes given away Sunday, June 4-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, June 10-Ivey Reunion Sunday, June 18-Ivicic Reunion Saturday, June 24-Private Wedding Monday, June 26-American Legion #526

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Saturday, June 3-Country Boys Saturday, June 17-Jodie Mikula *** LODGE NO. 87, TEMPLE Friday, June 9-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Saturday, June 3-Red Ravens (P/T) Sunday, June 4-Homecoming w/"Splash" Dinner, 11:30-?? (BBQ w/trimmings); Members free w/valid Membership Card; Non-Members, $4.50; Carryout, 25' extra; Social Games, 2-4; Lee Roy Matocha, Gazebo 12-3; Ballroom, 5-9 Wednesday, June 7-Birthday Club Party Saturday, June 10-Al Pierson (Big Band), Dress Code Monday, June 12-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Wednsday, June 14-Birthday Club Meeting/Lunch Saturday, June 17-Bobby Jones (P/T) Friday, June 23-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, June 24-Knights of Dixie (B/R&M/M) (Kitchen open for Saturday night dances; every Thursday games -- 7:15 p..m. - Early Bird Special; 7:45 p.m. Regular Games; License #3-000-621-2077-41001) *** LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, July 16-Dance, 3-7 p.m.; music by Cen-Tex Band Sunday, Aug. 27-Dance; music by Mynarcik Band of Dallas, 4-8 p.m.

(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) (Ladies' Circle meets every second Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.) *** LODGE NO. 130, DALLAS Saturday, June 10-Charlie Patteson (B/R) Saturday, June 17-Czech Harvesters (P/W) Saturday, June 24-Jack Melick (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, June 11-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Sunday, June 11-NO LODGE MEETING Sunday, July 9-Monthly Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 155, AUSTIN Sunday, June 4-Lodge 155, Austin Picnic, 3 p.m. hosted by Clarence and Doris Boriski; call 264-2273 for Directions, etc. (Read Article) *** LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, June 3-Heart of Texas (C/W) Saturday, June 10-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, June 17-River Road Boys (C/W) Saturday, June 24-Texas Borderline (C/W) (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, June 3-Debonaires Saturday, June 10-Leather and Lace Saturday, June 17-Closed Saturday, June 24-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 5:30 p.m. and Game time, 7 p,m.; License No. 17420422390-41002) *** LODGE NO, 180, U lf LES N Saturday, June 3-Country Junction Saturday, June 10-New South Saturday, June 17-Ramblin' Rhythm Saturday, Jude 24-Treadin' Water (All Saturday night dances: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Lodge Membership Monthly Meetings every Tuesday of each month, 7:30 6.m.; Trustees' meetings,same date, 6:30 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 181, CONROE Friday, June 9-Lodge Quarterly Meeting, 7 p.m. at Holiday Inn, Conroe; You may call 756-4090 *** LODGE NO. 183, MID-CITIES Saturday, June 3-Mynarcik Polka and C/W Band Saturday, Oct. 7-Vrazel Polka and C/W Band (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, June 1-Lodge Quarterly Meeting at Bavarian Village, 8 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL (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. I-74-20733095-41002) *** LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, June 2-Scott Hoyt Saturday, June 3-Lonesome Dove Friday, June 9-Debonaires Saturday, June 10-People's Choice Friday, June 16-People's Choice Saturday, June 17-Scott Hoyt Friday, June 23-Southern Rain Saturday, June 24-Debonaires Friday, June 30-Texas Fever (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. 191, LUFKIN Wednesday, May 31-East Texas Cloggers' Band

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School And Commullty Reunion

Buckholts

Buckholts SPJST Hall will be the scene of the second annual Buckholts School and Community Reunion on June 3, 1989. Registration begins at 10 a.m. A barbecue meal will be served at noon; the price for all - you - can eat meal will be $5 per adult and $3 per child for age 10 and under. Concluding the event will be a public dance from 8 to 12 p.m. All former and present students, teachers, school personnel, residents of the community and associates are extended an invitation.

Last year's reunion attracted 400 people. The theme for this year's reunion will be "Just For Old Time's Sake."

Raymond L. Posival, Coordinator ***

Marek-Bohac-Plasek Reunion The Marek - Bohac - Plasek Reunion will be held Saturday, June 10, 1989 at the American Legion Hall, Taylor, Texas. The hall will be opened at 11 a.m. for registration.

Registration fees will be for adults, $2.50; children over 12, $1.50.

Business meeting starts at 2 p.m., buffet supper starts at 5:30 p.m. Each family is asked to bring enough food for their family. Beverages and eating utensils will be furnished. For further information write or call: Stephanie Johnson, 1307 Spyglass rive, Austin, Texas 78746, (512) 328 - 1979; or arold Kaderka, PO ox 821, Granger, Texas 76530, (512) 859 2705; or Helen Veselka, chairperson, 708 Wilson, Taylor, Texas 76574, (512) 352 - 6598.

Helen Veselka ***

20/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 31, 1989

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