Vestnik 1992 04 15

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING

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SPJST Herald "Joining Hands Td Touch Lives- Fraternalism for the Family and Our Nation"

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

BENEVOLENCE

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaste r : Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 April 15, 1992 ISSN-07458800 VOL E 80 NUMBER 16

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Sales Workshop Held At Lodge 1 S, Waco

MRS. EMILIE LUBOJACKY, an SPJST age 96 honoree with her sons and daughters. Seated, L to R: Elsie Kadera, Emilie Lubojacky, Raymond

Lubojacky, Lillie Krampota. Standing: Libbie Jez, Edward Lubojacky,

Sales Representatives attending seminar at Lodge 66. Standing, L to R: Robert Dobecka, Daniel Nors, Johnnie Gaidusek, Henry Breitkreutz, Keith Gatewood. Seated, L to R: District III Director Sid Pokladnik, Darlene Engelke and Gladys Yates. (Story and Photo on Page 6)

Edna Kundel; and not pictured is August Lubojacky.

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Moravia Hosted District VI Sprirq, eel .n

FAMILY AND IN-LAWS also help celebrate Mrs. Lubojacky's occasion.

Seated, L to R: Libbie Jez, Elsie Kadera, Emilie Lubojacky, Raymond Lubojacky, Lillie Krampota, Edna Kundel. Standing, L to R: Edward Lubojacky, Ruby Lubojacky, Emil Kadera, Annie Lubojacky, Keith Kundel; and not pictured are August and Marion Lubojacky.

SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT Howard Leshikar (left) and Director Matt Vanek with District VI installed officers, L to R: SL President Howard Leshikar, installing officer, Flag Bearers Kristen Bender and Adam Siptak, Assistant YC Mary Ann Karasek, DYC Anita Roye, Treasurer A.J. (Tony) Kelner, Secretary Elaine Berkovsky, FAC Helen Zabransky, Vice President Jo Ann Fuchik, President Annie Vahalik and Director Matt Vanek. (Other Photo and Minutes on Pages 9 & 10)

Age 96 Honoree of Danbury Lodge

Emilie Lubojacky receiving Ag4, 96 Certificate from Lodge No. 139 President Lonnie Lostak.

Mrs. Emilie Lubojacky, member of SPJST Lodge No. 139, Danbury, Texas, was born September 23, 1896 in Fayetteville, Texas to Joe and Frances Uherek, who immigrated to this country by ship from Czechoslovakia into Galveston, Texas.

Sister Lubojacky is from a family of ten children, seven brothers and two sisters; eight are deceased and a sister, Augustine Orsak lives in Alvin, Texas.

As years went by she met her husband, Lewis Lubojacky, deceased September 28, 1982. They made their home in Needville, Texas where all seven of their children were born: three sons and four daughters, ages now ranging from 65 to 75 and all but two are members of SPJST. They are Raymond Lubojacky and wife Annie of An-

gleton; Elsie Kadera and husband Emil of Angleton; Lillie Krampota of Iowa Colony; Edward Lubojacky and wife Ruby of Alvin; Libbie Jez of Angleton; August Lubojacky and wife Marion of Hallettsville; and Edna Kundel and husband Keith of Houston.

In 1928 they moved from Needville to Iowa Colony. The Lubojackys made a career of farming and ranching. Sister Lubojacky devoted her life to raising her family and going to church. She remembers very well the days of horse and carriages and has seen many changes in our country since those days.

She now resides at her home north of Alvin, Texas where she and he husband spent enjoyable retirement years,

gardening and keeping up beautiful flower beds.

Three of her daughters alternate being with her. Lillie and Libbie each spend a week at a time at her home then she journeys to Houston to spend a week with Edna, who takes care of her business matters and does the shopping for her.

From time to time she enjoys watching television and listening to Czech music on the radio.

Sister Lubojacky recently transferred to Danbury Lodge No. 139 from Iowa Colony Lodge No. 162. She was honored at a recent Lodge No. 139 barbecue and presented her Age 96 Certificate.

2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, April 15, 1992

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Ed tO COMMENTS

In 1896-1897 when our Society was founded, the main purposes for founding the SPJST by our forefathers were insuring the head of the family, benevolent help to the surviving family and the preservation of their Czech heritage, culture and language. The primary purpose of insurance was to help the survivors at the time of death, benevolent help to the surviving family at their time of need and, because their Czech ancestry and heritage had taught them to be thrifty and how to weather hardships, they felt that this would be an asset in helping them found and preserve a financially sound organization to withstand any conditions it might face in the unknown future. This seems to have been the correct reasoning in their minds at that time; that is why they also adopted the three tenets: Benevolence, Humanity and Brotherhood for our Society. We can see that insurance (although limited in scope) was the main purpose for our society's existence.

Since then many additions have been added to our SPJST insurance program as added benefits to our membership: fraternal activities, real estate loans at reasonable interest rates, personal certificate loans, youth programs, rest homes built, districts formed, newer and more up-to-date insurance plans, etc.; however, insurance is still, as some years back when Vice President Gebala stated to your editor: "Life insurance is the main purpose for SPJST's existence and the rest are just additional benefits offered to our membership with the insurance."

Therefore, this editorial will deal mainly with the subject of life insurance.

All his adult life this editor has been involved with fraternal life insurance and the programs offered to the general public by fraternal benefit life insurance societies and, especially recently has studied the pros and cons of the newer plans being offered by insurance companies of all kinds. As a coincidence, there has been quite a number of articles available about life insurance plans that have been recently adopted by many companies and societies.

If we study our annuity plans in general, we realize that they are not life insurance plans as such, and in reality are investment plans for the insured and are not as profitable to the insurer would appear to be at first glance. If an organization has a very large amount of its investment in annuities, there is always a danger that a large number of withdrawals or "cashing in" (even if some have to pay early withdrawal penalties) could cause financial problems for the organization because it would have to cash in some other investments to meet the withdrawal demands. Although it is a possible chance, it is a risk that an organization takes.

In the case of Universal Life, your editor found, from more than one source, that this interest-sensitive type of insurance generally takes up to four years before it becomes a profitable investment for the organization, although it is a favorable plan for the insured. This is also true in other cases (insuring company or society) as of insurance plans some organizations

offer.

In reviewing the last first 3 monthly reports from the Insurance Department for 1992 and comparing them with the first three months' reports of 1991, we find that our insurance sales are below those of 1991. It seems that we are approximately 100 applications lower, about 2 million dollars less in insurance written, about 2 million less in insurance issued and approximately over $100,000 less in earned premium. It would be advisable for the directors and Supreme Lodge officers (at their forthcoming Board meeting) and the Insurance Committee (at their next meeting) give very serious study to these facts and figures and try to make corrections where they deem it necessary to improve our condition, especially for the upcoming period and, definitely, for the next four years until our 1996 convention. They need to also make a serious study of the expenses being incurred and profits made or left after expenses in our entire Insurance Department. It is their duty to make a thorough study of this for the future good of our SPJST, because if the "main purpose of our existence" is not carrying its share of our productivity, then, our future possibly would not be as progressive as we desire it to be.

These are serious thoughts of your editor with well-meaning constructive ideas for the benefit of our Order. The editor feels that it is more fraternal and brotherly to express his sentiments about conditions that may need improving now, than to wait until more harm is done. It would be much easier to sit back and wait for the future and say: we should have done so and so than it is to say: we should do so and so before it is too late. The old saying "it is too late to shut the gate after the herd has escaped" still holds true.

We certainly anticipate that the next nine months in 1992 show a marked improvement for the benefit of all of *** us.

By the time you read these lines Prime Minister of the Czechoslovak Federated Republic (CSFR) Marian Calfa and his entourage will have visited Dallas, Ennis, West, Temple and Austin. He was welcomed in all places in Texas' friendly fashion and we hope that his visit was enjoyable to him and his group. It was certainly an honor for the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) and other Czech-Texas based organizations to have him visit our Central Texas area and take time out to shake a few hands with fellow countrymen. It is favorable for both of our countries to continue having good relations for now and in the future.

Since 1918 Czechoslovakia and the United States have always gotten along, and, of course, though many may not have knowledge of the fact, the Czech government, in 1918, was formed very much in the pattern of our United States government in Washington, D.C.; in fact, some historians feel that the Czech government, at that time, until 1939's takeover by Hitler, was more democratically organized than ours. We hope contacts such as this one by Prime Minister Calfa helped make conditions (both political and financial) more and more beneficial in the future. ***

A brief reminder to Districts III and IV members: A district meeting will be held in each district on April 26; one in Elm Mott at Lodge No. 66 near Waco; and the other in Seymour with Lodge 73, Seymour hosting. This year being convention year, we urge your membership to attend and take more serious participation in your respective lodge and district functions.

Wednesday, April 15, 1992—VESTNIK/3

The SPJST Monthly Insurance Report As Of 3131/92 *TOP SALES REPRESENTATIVES BASED ON:* AMOUNT OF EARNED PREMIUM NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 DISTRICT 5 DISTR1tT 6 DISTRICT 7 DISTRICT 9

Cecil Dickson Albin Machu Freddie Kaluza Martha Broz Lorenda Baldwin Annimae Merta Pauline Bayer Home Office

Olga Gloyna Albin Machu 0. D. Otte Martha Broz Lorenda Baldwin Annimae Merta Viola Cabla Home Office

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR * INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED *

MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR * INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED * INS. ISSUED INS. WRITTEN DIST. APPS.

DIST.

APPS.

INS. WRITTEN

INS. ISSUED

1

8

$253,700.00

$330,000.00

1

31

$795,200.00

$576,500.00

2

21

$692,000.00

$659,820.00

2

64

$2,438,820.00

$1,746,820.00

3

20

$480,152.00

$280,000.00

3

72

$1,430,152.00

$847,500.00

4

6

$225,000.00

$350,000.00

4

36

$2,037,500.00

$1,612,500.00

5

26

$444,000.00

$479,000.00

5

81

$1,799,870.00

$1,295,370.00

6

21

$495,000.00

$445,000.00

6

42

$1,046,000.00

$834,000.00

7

4

$45,000.00

$15,000.00

7

14

$257,500.00

$207,500.00

9

5

$57,500.00

$104,500.00

9

12

$267,500.00

$232,500.00

111

$2,692,352.00

$2,663,320.00

Totals

352

$10,072,542.00

$7,352,690.00

Totals

I

nAILRNALLY,

çQ °/-Seti ■-, BERNARD M. GEBALA+ VICE PRESIDENT

Secretary-Treasurer's Office List Of XXVI Convention Delegates SPJST Convention XXVI Delegates Victoria, Texas Mailing Address The vast majority of our lodges have elected by your local lodge will be now completed the election of dele- your representatives at the convention. gates to the XXVI Convention and reFraternally, ported election results. The following Leonard D. Mikeska is a list of those delegates who have Secretary-Treasurer been reported to the Home Office. Six DISTRICT I lodges have reported they will not 1 Polansky, Irene D send delegates to the convention and P. 0. Box 488 several have not filed a report.

Fayetteville, TX 78940 The listing groups the delegates by district and lodge. If a lodge has two 9 Schoeneman, Elizabeth or more delegates, the names are listed Route 2, Box 217 by our computer in alphabetical order Caldwell, TX 77836 and not necessarily in the order of election. The mailing address of each 9 Victorick, Donnie S. delegate is the address the Home OfBox 85 fice has on file. If not correct, please Snook, TX 77878 let us know.

We are providing this listing of delegates for the information of our general membership. The delegates

9 Victorick, Janice 0.

Box 85 Snook, TX 77878

13 Ford, Richard E. Route 1, Box 56 Dime Box, TX 77853

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13 Kostelka, Floyd P. Route 1, Box 24-A Dime Box, TX 77853

33 Fick, Lee Roy Box 14 Bleiblerville, TX 78931

14 Martin, Marie Ruth 2106 Joel Street Brenham, TX 77833

33 Susen, Clara P. 0. Box 82 Bleiblerville, TX 78931

Simek, Jr. Jerry 667 S. Knox Giddings, TX 78942

17 Dusek, Theo. F. Route 2, Box 22 Caldwell, TX 77836

38 Hajdik, August Route 2 Flatonia, TX 78941

17 Gaas, Randal A. Route 4, Box 99 Caldwell, TX 77836

38 Kalina, Leon H. 1422 E. 8th Street Smithville, TX 78957

17 Hejl, Gladys Ruth Route 2, Box 19C Caldwell, TX 77836

39 Kuder, Eleanor Route 5, Box 547 Bryan, TX 77803

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39 Matejka, Lillie Mae Route 7, Box 155 Bryan, TX 77801

Mrnustik, Stanley F. 205 N. Shaw Caldwell, TX 77836

17 Skrabanek, Susan D. Route 2, Box 13 Caldwell, TX 77836

51 Hruska, Gussie L. P. 0. Box 69 Ellinger, TX 78938

17

68

Kamas, Hattie J. 725 Concordia Dr. A. Bellville, TX 77418

68

Shupak, Lillie Marie 935 Shupak Rd. Bellville, TX 77418

Trcalek, Jr. Ben Franklin Route 3, Box 111A Caldwell, TX 77836

17 Vavra, Lola Dee Route 2, Box 37 Caldwell, TX 77836

4/VESTMK-Wednesday , April 15, 1992 94 Dickson, Cecil Herman 16434 E. OSR Hearne, TX 77859

29 Kaiser, Michael Charles Route 2, Box 23 Taylor, TX 76574

72

Slavik, Merlene L. Route 2, Box 95 Buckholts, TX 76518

187 Lange, Albert Lee 2101 Cross Creek Trail Round Rock, TX 78681

106 Matula, Clarence R. 140 W. Fannin; P.O. Box 533 La Grange, TX 78945

29 Machu, Albin Frank 2204 Smith Avenue Taylor, TX 76574

74

Bradshaw, Hattie Joyce P.-0. Box 797 Crockett, TX 75835

187 Leschber, Arnold R. Route 1, Box 121 Hutto, TX 78634

179 Peter, Arnold Route 1, Box 133 Carmine, TX 78932

29 Matthews, Allen C. Route 1, Box 87-C Coupland, TX 78615

74

Bradshaw, Winward G. P. 0. Box 797 Crockett, TX 75835

74

McKenny, Donald C. Route 4, Box 122-B Crockett, TX 75835

186 Beran, Frances Lucille P. 0. 61 Deanville, TX 77852 186 Supak, Lydie Carrie Route 4, Box 287 Caldwell, TX 77836 186 Wine, Oscar T. P. O. Box 867 Caldwell, TX 77836 188 Helmcamp, Gary K. Route 2, Box 168 Buffalo, TX 75831 188 Howle, Beverly D. Route 1, Box 1600 Centerville, TX 75833 188 Howle, Freddie Clyde Route 1, Box 1600 Centerville, TX 75833 189 Wentrcek, Jaime Wright 3702 Valley Oaks Dr. Bryan, TX 77802 *** DISTRICT II 15 Svetlik, Charlsie C. P. 0. Box 162 Buckholts, TX 76518

29 Ochs, Lillian E. P.O. Box 5 Taylor, TX 76574 29 Rieger, Ronnie L. Route 1, Box 87-B Coupland, TX 78615

74 McKenny, Sherry L. Route 4, Box 122-B Crockett, TX 75835 74

29 Steger, Melvin W. 2203 Heights Blvd.

Taylor, TX 76574 80 29 Tallas, Jerry E. Route, 3, Box 274-A Taylor, TX 76574 80 29 Vanecek, Donna Kay 2207 Carolyn Taylor, TX 76574 80 47 Balusek, Dan F. 1306 W. 1st Cameron, TX 76520 87 47 Glaser, Danalene E. Route 2, Box 328 Buckholts, TX 76518 87 47 Janacek, Henry E. Route 4, Box 703 Temple, TX 76501 87

15 Svoboda, Sidonia A. Route 2, Box 120 Rosebud, TX 76570

47 Jez, Wallace J. Route 3, Box 620 Temple, TX 76501

18 Gustafson, Leslie L. Route 4, Box 190-A Elgin, TX 78621

47 Klinkovsky, Frank Edwin 3514 Preston Oaks Temple, TX 76504

18 Helgren, Irene Route 4, Box 190 Elgin, TX 78621

47 Kohutek, Louis John Route 3, Box 680 Temple, TX 76501

18 Schmidt, William W. Route 3, Box 83 Elgin, TX 78621

47 Kohutek, Willie E. Route 2, Box 320 Buckholts, TX 76518

20 Cavanaugh, Norma Box 276 Granger, TX 76530

47 Marek, Woodrow E. Route 3, Box 844 Temple, TX 76501

20 Loessin, Leslie Eugene Route 1, Box 688 Granger, TX 76530

47 Mihatsch, Lucy Lee Route 4, Box 466 Temple, TX 76501

20 Loessin, Ruby M. Route 1, Box 688 Granger, TX 76530

47 Pechal, Judy D. Route 3, Box 754 Temple, TX 76501

24 Cabla, La Verne Louise Route 3, Box 690 Temple, TX 76501

47 Reese, Timothy W. 112 E. Killen Temple, TX 76501

24 Macek, Barbara Jean Route 1, Box 107-A Burlington, TX 76519

47 Skrabanek, Calvin H. Route 4, Box 562 Temple, TX 76501

24 Mayeux, Arleen D. Rt. 5, Box 11 - Quail Hollow Temple, TX 76501

47

Skrabanek, Dolores Jean Route 4, Box 562 Temple, TX 76501

24 Mikeska, Margaret Route 1 Burlington, TX 76519

47

Skrabanek, James R. Route 4, Box 127 Temple, TX 76501

24 Sebek, Bernice S. Route 4, Box 606 Temple, TX 76501

48

Batla, Christine A. 902 Victoria Taylor, TX 76574

29 Adamek, Edwin S. Route 1, Box 223 Granger, TX 76530

48

Batla, Richard 902 Victoria Taylor, TX 76574

Shmoldas, Chester 802 East Bowie Crockett, TX 75835 Benner, Joyann P. 0. Box 297 Holland, TX 76534 Benner, Ricky Hamblen P. 0. Box 297 Holland, TX 76534 Pajestka, Jr. Frank Box 381 Holland, TX 76534 Navratil, Ladis C. 1 East Young Temple, TX 76501 Reisner, Edward J. 2006 South 51st Street Temple, TX 76504 Reisner, Florence J. 2006 South 51st Street Temple, TX 76504

87 Valchar, Jerry E. 12 E. Young Temple, TX 76501 87 Zatopek, Ladis Joe 2605 W. Avenue Z Temple, TX 76504 87 Zatopek, Mary Ann 2605 W. Avenue Z Temple, TX 76504 155 Prasatik, Alice Marie 3000 Enfield Rd. Austin, TX 78703 174 Marek, Zephyr Faye Route 2, Box 55 Rockdale, TX 76567 177 Beck, Huey Otis P. O. Box 553 Little River, TX 76554 177 Bland, Helen Frances P. 0. Box 461 Little River, TX 76554 177 Fritz, Kathy C. 4209 Fox Trail Temple, TX 76504 177 Fritz, Robert Wayne 4209 Fox Trail Temple, TX 76504 177 Johnson, J.C. 6918 Old Waco Lane Temple, TX 76502 187 Boydston, Joan C. 1614 Mesquite Lane Georgetown, TX 78628 187 Holman, Sharon K. c/o Willis D. Holman, II P. 0. Box 207 Hutto, TX 78634

*** DISTRICT III 5 Schroeder, Lorene Route 2, Box 196 Whitesboro, TX 76273 Dobecka, Robert Henry Route 2, Box 121 West, TX 76691 Hykel, Barbara Jean Route 2, Box 195-F West, TX 76691 Krizan, Johnnie R. Route 2 West, TX 76691 Schuetz, Willie Mae Route 2, Box 237 West, TX 76691 Straten, George H. 909 N. Main West, TX 76691 25 Fowler, Michael Van Route 2, Box 17 Ennis, TX 75119 25 Fowler, Patricia June Route 2, Box 17 Ennis, TX 75119 25 Haskovec, Ernest F. Route 5, Box 30 Ennis, TX 75119 25 Honza, Kenneth E. Route 3, Box 193 Ennis, TX 75119 25 Kovar, Kay Lynn 3303 Lake Bardwell Dr. Ennis, TX 75119 25 Krajca, Margaret Ann Route 3, Box 210 Ennis, TX 75119 25 Trojacek, Linda Route 2, Box 11 Ennis, TX 75119 25 Trojacek, Mildred A. Route 2, Box 18 Ennis, TX 75119 35 Breitkreutz, Henry 119 S. Carpenter Mart, TX 76664 35 Pavelka, Barbara F. Route 7, Box 393-B Waco, TX 76705 35 Pavelka, Verna Louise Route 7, Box 395-A Waco, TX 76705 36 Holasek, Jos. F. 107 N. Davis West, TX 76691 54 Emery, Anne Mae 1415 N. Davis West, TX 76691 54 Emery, John D. 1415 N. Davis West, TX 76691 54 Kaluza, Freddie J. Route 2, Box 170-K West, TX 76691 54 Sefcik, Maxine Mae P.O. Box 85 West, TX 76691

Wednesday, April 15, 1992—VESTNIK /5 66 Engelke, Darlene L. 1605 North 16th Street Waco, TX 76707

101 Sykora, Charles J. Route 2, Box 66 Maxietta, OK. 73448

66 Gaidusek, Sr., Johnnie J. 5218 Lock Lomond Dr. Waco, TX 76710

130 Shinn, Richard Keith 1000 Shere Ln. Irving, TX 75060

66 Galler, Michael Lee 526 Karen Drive Waco, TX 76706

130 Vrla, Arnold M. 6307 Saratoga Circle Dallas, TX 75214

66 Langlotz, Mary A. 1512 Lexington Waco, TX 76711

130 Vrla, Stanley E. 6641 Patrick Dr. Dallas, TX 75214

66 Locke, James H. Route 1, Box 158-N West, TX 76691

135 Laznovsky, Lawrence Route 7, Box 48 Ennis, TX 75119

66 Niswanger, Ira A. 3719 North 24th Waco, TX 76708

154 Cleveland, Carolyn 7629 Woodside Hill Fort Worth, TX 76179

66 Nors, Daniel Route 2, Box 91 Abbott, TX 76621

154 Johnson, Anna Ray 5713 Buchanan Fort Worth, TX 76114

66 Trickett, Charles Wayne 1116 Gilliam Waco, TX 76705

154 Mason, Jeanie A. 6020 Longhorn Ln. Fort Worth, TX 76179

66 Yates, Gladys Nell 810 W. Denison Waco, TX 76706

154 Milan, Jerry Benny 6208 Lakeside Dr. Fort Worth, TX 76135

84 Jarma, Bennie A. 9512 Leaside Dallas, TX 75238

154 Renfro, Mary 8030 Anchorage Pl. Fort Worth, TX 76135

84 Olson, Betty Lea 1301 Brookside Drive De Soto, TX 75115

178 Harris, James Orval 1906 Clinton Longview, TX 75604

84 Ondrusek, Carlyn 4422 Briar Creek Ln. Dallas, TX 75214

178 Kocian, Hugo Hubert P. 0. Box 6344 Longview, TX 75608

84 Petr, Bessie Marie 5406 Morningside Dallas, TX 75206

180 Grochoske, Louis Henry 5524 Wales Fort Worth, TX 76133

84 Petr, Emil Joe 5406 Morningside Dallas, TX 75206

183 Kneschk, Norman M. 4800 Kelly Elliott Rd #75 Arlington, TX 76017

84 Petr, Vivian Cheryl 10915 Marsh Lane Dallas, TX 75229

DISTRICT IV 49 Havlak, Emil J. 803 North 8th Street Ballinger, TX 76821

84 Pokladnik, Cyrill 3924 Barnes Bridge Rd. Dallas, TX 75228

49 Shiller, Pauline P. 0. Box 362 Rowena, TX 76875

84 Salac, Evelyn G. 3895 Cortez Dallas, TX 75220 92 Kercho, Alfred J. 436 Brookview Hurst, TX 76054

81 Brdecka, Elsie 8507 Main Needville, TX 77461 81 Macha, Adolph S. 6623 Baker Rd. Needville, TX 77461 81 Macha, Delores 6623 Baker Rd. Needville, TX 77461 81 Susan, Edwin 10631 Dannhaus Road Needville, TX 77461 81 Walzel, Benita E. 2814 School St., P.O. Box 22 Needville, TX 77461 81 Walzel, Gilbert J. P. 0. Box 22 Needville, TX 77461 81 Werner, Mary Millie 2414 Avenue 0 Rosenberg, TX 77471 88 Alexander, Jr. Homer 1079 Curtin Houston, TX 77018 88 Anders, Ernest F. 1906 W. 14th Street Houston, TX 77008 88 Barcak, Eugene L. 9259 Colendale Houston, TX 77037 88 Bravenec, Franklin D. 1800 W. 14th Street Houston, TX 77008 88 Cox, Harley Paul 1430 Hewitt Houston, TX 77018 88 Cox, Viola Ann 1430 Hewitt Houston, TX 77018

***

84 Petr, Wanda 10915 Marsh Lane Dallas, TX 75229

84 Salac, Adolph V. 3895 Cortez Dallas, TX 75220

DISTRICT V 65 Prochazka, Jerry 20507 Ramsey Rd., Box 634 Crosby, TX 77532

49 Walther, Elizabeth Leona Box 372 Rowena, TX 76875 73 Pavliska, Henrietta 505 S. Cedar Seymour, TX 76380 157 Kristinek, Angeline Route 7, Box 834 Lubbock, TX 79401

88 Darilek, Rudolph V. 3904 Milton Houston, TX 77005 88 Ermis, Jerome J. 5503 Cheshire Houston, TX 77092 88 Gerlich, Sr. Edwin Albert 1131 E. 7th Street Houston, TX 77009 88 Hanka, Pearl A. 6759 Cindy Ln. Houston, TX 77008 88 Hanus, Louis F. 4006 Ascot Ln. Houston, TX 77092 88 Havemann, Warren L. 939 Redan Houston, TX 77009

92 Krivanek, Kenneth J. 4321 Boat Club Road Fort Worth, TX 76135

160 Weise, Herman Dewyan 6006 FM Highway 765 San Angelo, TX 76904

92 Krivanek, Mary Ann 4321 Boat Club Road Fort Worth, TX 76135

160 Jansa, Leonard 6617 Plain View Dr. San Angelo, TX 76904

88 Hegwood, King Burl 6702 Lindyann Houston, TX 77008

160 Broz, Stanley Box 33 Lowake, TX 76855

88 Helmcamp, Tillie K. 432 W. 32nd Street Houston, TX 77018

92 Kubala, Albert 4105 Circle Trail Fort Worth, TX 76135 92 Zich, Carl Wm 3217 Lubbock Fort Worth, TX 76109

***

88 Hegwood, Helen Fusig 6702 Lindyann Houston, TX 77008

88 Hoffman, Antonia 0.

1315 Des Jarciines Houston, TX 77023

88 Holeman, Mildred Maxine 1006 Chantilly Ln. Houston, TX 77018 88 Kelly, Estelle D. 2027 Greengrass Houston, TX 77008 88 Kocian, Albin 7211 Blandford Houston, TX 77055 88 Kocian, Anastasia 7211 Blandford Houston, TX 77055 88 Kostom, Rosalie 1507 T.C. Jester Blvd.

Houston, TX 77008 88 Kostom, Tim 1507 T.C. Jester Blvd.

Houston, TX 77018 88 Lindemann, Karl L. 6762 Cindy Lane Houston, TX 77008 88 Lindemann, Lowrina A. 6762 Cindy Lane Houston, TX 77008 88 Malak, Marceil R. 6219 Abington Way Houston, TX 77008 88 Malak, William M. 6219 Abington Way Houston, TX 77008 88 Marsh, Thomas C. 6131 Queenswood Houston, TX 77008 88 Martinak, Robert A. Route 1, Box 229 Fayetteville, TX 78940 88 Martinak, Ruth Mabel 4015 Pineridge Houston, TX 77009 88 Miculka, Edward Frank 8940 Candace Street Houston, TX 77055 88 Miculka, Ellen Jane 8940 Candace Street Houston, TX 77055 88 Pflughaupt, Dorothy Mae 1243 Clovis Rd. Houston, TX 77008 88 Pflughaupt, Josephine 811 Fugate Houston, TX 77009 88 Pflughaupt, Larry Wayne 1243 Clovis Rd. Houston, TX 77008 88 Pflughaupt, Leander 811 Fugate Houston, TX 77009 88 Pflughaupt, Lynn Alan 811 Fugate Houston, TX 77009 88 Roznovsky, A.V. 1239 Bethlehem Houston, TX 77018 88 Roznovsky, Louis W. 2131 Blalock Drive Houston, TX 77080 88

Stayton, Jr. Arthur 3.

206 Amundsen Houston, TX 77009

88

Stonaker, Shirley R. 6434 Pineshade Houston, TX 77008

6/VESTNIK-Wednesday, April 15, 1992 88 Stonaker, Jr. Roy L. 6434 Pineshade Houston, TX 77008

l&I Swonke, Herbert M. Route 2, Box 459 Montgomery, TX 77356

97 Vanek, Dennis Ray 501 Kelly Crick Street Victoria, TX 77904

93 Pustejovsky, Louis F. Route 2, Box 1-P Karnes City, TX 78118

88 Tilich, Frank L. 738 Yorkshire Houston, TX 77022

191 Anderson, John M. Route 2, Box 1695 Lufkin, TX 75901

138 Dybala, Sophie HC-61, Box 72-A Ganado, TX 77962

107 Bayer, Robert Jack Route 4, Box 166 Floresville, TX 78114

88 Warnasch, Laura B. 12329 Hillcroft Houston, TX 77096

196 Mikeska, Evelyn Ethel 10126 Moorberry Houston, TX 77080

143 Repka, Leroy Victor P.O. Box 434 Inez, TX 77968

107 Bielefeld, III, Erich W. Route 2, Box 154-B Floresville, TX 78114

196 Pike, Brenda L. 10518 De Val Houston, TX 77040

148 Hahn, Sr. Frank W. Box 22 Elmaton, TX 77440

107 Pavliska, William M. Route 2, Box 151 Floresville, TX 78114

148 Morris, Emil J. P.O. Box 63 Blessing, TX 77419

117 Marek, Kathryn Route 3, Box 103-A Robstown, TX 78380

153 Hlavaty, Jerome James P.O. Box 174 Lolita, TX 77971

117 McDonald, Frances 109 Castlewood Corpus Christi, TX 78410

88 Warnasch, Royal B. 12329 Hillcroft Houston, TX 77096 88 Wehring, Edna 1831 Crystal Court Houston, TX 77008 88 Wehring, Jr. W.F. 1831 Crystal Court Houston, TX 77008 91 Franta, Alvin A. 15706 Bohemian Hall Rd. Crosby, TX 77532 91 Franta, Stazie Marie 15706 Bohemian Hall Rd. Crosby, TX 77532 91 Smesny, June Ann 13318 Louisville Houston, TX 77015 112 Surovec, Ludvik J. 811 Hubenak Ln. Wharton, TX 77488 139 Baldwin, Lorenda Lostak Route 7, Box 15 Alvin, TX 77511 139 Lostak, Lonnie Lamar P. 0. Box 633 Danbury, TX 77534 142 Hermis, Dennis W. 7123 Wood Orchard Houston, TX 77040 142 Jochen, Alice 8416 Cedarbrake Houston, TX 77055 142 Tumis, Rosie A. 4800 Lamonte Ln., Apt. 1711 Houston, TX 77092 142 Tumis, Sidon John Route 1, Box 156-A Schulenburg, TX 78956 156 Pyle, Benjamin M. 2414 W. Cbyo-Lynbg. Rd. Baytown, TX 77521 172 Dressler, Sr. Jerome C. 7939 Glenheath Houston, TX 77061 172 Krenek, Joe Alvin 1111 Lafferty Pasadena, TX 77502 172 Sefcik, Alvin J. 1409 Austin La Marque, TX 77568 172 Theiss, Irving A. 2817 Chicago Houston, TX 77017 172 Valusek, John J. 8125 Jones Rd. Texas City, TX 77591 172 Wallace, Tommy R. 705 Garrett Pasadena, TX 77506 175 Parma, Patricia Ann 3311 Carolina Way Richmond, TX 77469

*** DISTRICT VI 4 Holy, Erwin Joe Route 5, Box 382-C Hallettsville, TX 77964 4 Vahalik, Annie Marie 2508 N. Levi Victoria, TX 77901 Zabransky, Helen A. Route 2, Box 193 Hallettsville, TX 77964 16 Dusek, Oscar Clifton 109 Crockett Hallettsville, TX 77964 19 Jurena, Alvin J. Route 4, Box 171 Schulenburg, TX 78956 23 Olsovsky, Albert E. Route 4, Box 162 Schulenburg, TX 78956 28 Kelner, Anton Joseph 911 Avenue K. Rosenberg, TX 77471 28 Kelner, Helen Ann 911 Avenue K. Rosenberg, TX 77471 28 Nezval, Joseph Dominic P. 0. Drawer EE Simonton, TX 77476

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133 Matula, Sr. Emil E. 303 Gayle San Antonio, TX 78223

DISTRICT VII 26 Hanus, Charlie E. Route 1, Box 16 Skidmore, TX 78389 31

133 Trilicek, Anthony 722 Rocklyn Dr. San Antonio, TX 78239

Pfuhl, Estelle Lee Route 2, Box 74 Yoakum, TX 77995

79 Hrncir, Eugene F. 3102 Vicksburg Corpus Christi, TX 78410 79 Sijansky, Adela Route 3, Box 457 Corpus Christi, TX 78415 79 Sijansky, Fr. Route 3, Box 457 Corpus Christi,TX 78415 79 Sijansky, Jerry Ed 414 Pleiades Corpus Christi, TX 78418

137 Cabla, Viola Frances 814 E. Main Simon, TX 78387 161 House, Bettie Lou Route 1, Box 185 Jordanton, TX 78026 164 Krupala, Louis P. Route 2, Box 61 Harlingen, TX 78550

185 Doeppenschmidt, Dwight R. 1629 Old Maron Rd. New Braunfels, TX 78130

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30 Dorotik, Georgia M. Route 3, Box 251 El Campo, TX 77437 30 Merta, Annimae Route 1, Box 252 El Campo, TX 77437 32 Ahlstrom, Michael K. 407 Taos Street Victoria, TX 77904 40 Kopecky, Dora Lee 701 Alamo El Campo, TX 77437 40 Kopecky, Landis 701 Alamo El Campo, TX 77437 40 Reck, Bennie W. Route 1, Box 40-A Louise, TX 77455 40 Vanek, Frankie J. P.O. Box 901 El Campo, TX 77437 40 Vanek, Rita J. P.O. Box 901 El Campo, TX 77437 63 Berkovsky, Elaine F. Route 1, Box 156 Shiner, TX 77984 63 Berkovsky, Wm J. Route 1, Box 156 Shiner, TX 77984

Workshop held at Linden Hall (Lodge 66).

Sales Workshop Held At Lodge 66, Waco A sales representative workshop for Continuing Education was held recently at Lodge 66, Waco. Sales representatives and presidents invited to the workshop were Lodge 35, Elk; Lodge 66, Waco; and Lodge 200, BrucevilleEddy.

SFR Keith Gatewood, along with District III Director Sid Pokladnik, conducted the workshop. SFR Keith Gatewood instructed sales representatives on the many types of SPJST insurance plans available to current and prospective members according to age groups and needs. He also discussed

the different target groups for insurance sales.

Although continuing education for fraternal organizations is not required by the Texas State Board of Insurance, SPJST requires its agents to take six hours of classroom education per year to remain in active status and to better serve the members. Sales workshops such as this also enable the field force to enlist the efforts of the lodge officers in assisting their sales representatives to obtain new members for their lodges.

If you would like to get more information, please call one of the sales representatives listed on the back page. Each one is trained to assist with your needs.

-SPJST-

Wednesday, April 15, 1992—VESTMK/7

From The Financial Secretary's Office Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements For The Month Of March, 1992 Bonds Certificate Loans Mortgage Loans Certificate of Deposit Annuities Flex Annuities Withdrawal Death Claims Bonus Matured Endowments Premium Refund Surrender Value Bond Expense Decrease in Bonds by Amort.

Reinsurance Profit on Sale of Bonds Actuary Advertising Appraisal Expense Commission Contributions District Youth Counselors Society Automobile Expense District Allocations Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Liability Insurance Legal Service Expense Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Membership Dues Museum Operating Expense Office Maintenance Office Rent Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Committee Meetings Organizational Expense Postage Salaries Office Supplies Tax: FICA, TEC & FUTA Telephone Travel - Officers & Directors Travel - State Field Manager Travel-State Youth Director Research & Development Workshops Youth Activities Office Rent Home Account Expense SPJST Scholarship Annuities Dividends Mortgage Loan Expense REO Ins. Taxes Convention Miscellaneous Mortgage Loan Income Annuity Withdrawal Expense UL Withdrawal Expense Bond Interest Certificate Loan Interest Certificate of Deposit Interest Mortgage Loan Interest Premiums Royalties & Minerals Increase In Bonds By Amort.

Prem. Income - Pd - Up Additions Application Fee

DEBITS $ 1,324,608.06 10,867.92

CREDITS

Cash Balance 2-29-92 Credits Debits

63,740.17 1,929,619.82 1,919,932.51 +

Cash Balance 3-31-92

73,427.48

Assets: Cash Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Stock Certificate of Deposit Home Office Building Real Estate Owned EDP Equipment Furniture & Office Equipment

73,427.48 46,068,044.87 31,114,836.15 1,494,492.98 589,856.92 755,272.15 847,089.31 184,651.59 93,649.87 143,299.82

Total Assets 113,537.95

122,819.46 4,215.34 69,484.72 55,958.47 80.93 4,023.00 53,173.33 44,191.49 104.45 2,632.06 11,312.41

$81,364,621.14

Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas Financial Secretary

From State FAC 34,614.99

2,539.00 2,987.94 10,417.76 35,224.68 12,287.90 726.92 969.48 2,400.00 2,162.70 9,333.33 9,462.00 217.80 2,457.66 537.00 75.00 66.50 2,056.27 6,000.,D0

SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament This is a reminder that you still have time to register for the State Horseshoe Tournament, but it should be done in the next few days. The date of the tournament is April 25 and will begin with registration at 9:00 a.m. and play begins at 10:00 a.m. at the SPJST Lodge in New Tabor. The beautiful shade trees and the outdoor atmosphere make this tournament special.

You get fresh air, you get your exercise while enjoying the game of horseRevised

539.00 5,000.00 3,951.04 1,467.82 3,047.97 65,814.96 1,894.22 5,362.49 2,201.04 1,571.10 66.89 95.34 742.61 5,720.62 14,928.05

shoes. Each team entered will get to play 8 games of horseshoes, so if you every played you will agree that you will get plenty outdoor activities that day.

Each local lodge is permitted to send 6 teams. The teams may be 2 males, 2 females or a combination of male and female. The females toss the horseshoes from a 30-foot line and the males from a 40-foot line. This tournament requires membership in the SPJST and you must be at least 16 years old on the day of the tournament.

Trophies and prizes are awarded by the Supreme Lodge. The contestants must pay their noon meal, snacks and drinks.

Spectators or cheering teams are welcome. So join us in New Tabor under the shade trees for a fun - day of horseshoes.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky, State FAC —SPJST-

Recommendations to the SPJST By-Law Committee Danbury, Texas

The age by-law was sent to the last convention and was not considered.

We're hoping for some consideration for it to be brought up on the floor this time.

Thank you.

T.H. Lostak *** LODGE NO. 139 RECOMMENDATION TO BY-LAW COMMITTEE

6,000.00

ADDITION TO BY-LAWS: That any member of SPJST at the age of 74 by the time of the convention not be eligible to run for any office--including local, district or state or four standing committees or editor, directors and Supreme Lodge officers, effective immediately.

2,994.79 437.50 918,742.21 690.00 267.69 59.55 1,412.30 12,500.00 155.09 1,177.60 204,488.76 8,111.12 3,415.24 290,352.69 272,912.65 8,877.28 4,594.16 36,824.03 11,590.00 $1,919,932.51

$1,929,619.82

But, they can be in an advisory capacity and still serve as delegates to the convention.

This is the thought of Lodge 139 due to the fact that everyone knows the human mind does not function as well at 74 as at a younger age. The SPJST is a large organization and we believe in order to keep up with modern progress, the younger mind operates better to meet modern times. If we keep old age in forever, why have a youth movement which is supposed to be the backbone of our future.

LODGE NO. 139 ALSO RECOMMENDS:

That any member in good standing with an insurance certificate who applies for a loan from the SPJST and is approved to receive the loan--must keep their certificate in force during the life of the loan.

REASON: Some people get an insurance certificate just to get the loan and then let it lapse after the loan is approved and be expelled from the Society and no longer a member and still get benefit the same as membership. If that be the case, penalize the loan individual an extra 1 1/2% to 2% more interest on their existing loan until it is fully paid.

Lonnie Lostak, President —SPJST-

8/VESTMK—Wednesday, April 15, 1992

District Letters Seaton Hosted District II Spring Meeting Dear Readers: The annual District II spring meeting was held on Sunday, March 15 at Lodge 47, Seaton. The meeting was called to order by District President Ronnie Rieger. Members were led to the Pledge of Allegiance by Flag Bearers E.J. Pechal and David Koslovsky, all who remained standing for a tribute to deceased members whose names were acknowledged by District II Vice President Ruth Hanusch. Tim Reese, president of Lodge 47 - Seaton welcomed everyone to the spring meeting.

The minutes of the fall meeting were read by Secretary Arleen Mayeux and were approved.

District II Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky introduced the Mr. and Miss SPJST contestants. They were Kelly Loessin of Lodge 20, Michael Morris of Lodge 47, and Melanie Zavodny of Lodge 24. Each of these contestants gave good speeches and had some wonderful talent, but only 2 could be winners and they are Michael Morris for Mr. SPJST and Melanie Zavodny for Miss SPJST. Congratulations to both of you and best of luck at the convention.

Treasurer report was given by Dorothy Pechal, she reported that the beer for the meeting was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Willie E. Kohutek, Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Rieger, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Cabla, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Herman Mayeux; sodas were donated by Dorothy Pechal. SL Vice President Bernie Gebala presented Dorothy Pechal with a check for the district fund.

District II Director Willie E. Kohutek recognized the top sales representatives and had a few words to say about district events.

Secretary Arleen Mayeux read the names of the 50, 75 and 96-year members in the district and also reported on the attendance at the meeting as follows: Lodge 15 Buckholts 18 Elgin 20 Elgin 24 Cyclone 29 Taylor 47 Seaton 48 Beyersville 72 Cameron 74 Lovelady 80 Holland 87 Temple 89 Rosebud 155 Austin

Attendance 8 12 11 14 31 85 2 4 10 5 4 0

0 17 22 1 227 Total District Youth Counselor then introduced the Little Mr. and Miss SPJST from the district and their parents, several questions were asked of each contestant.

Vice President Dale Kessel gave the FAC report and also mentioned several projects area lodges were doing and upcoming events.

Rest Home Director Dan Balusek gave a brief report on the rest homes.

Members voted to have the fall meeting in Round Rock, Lodge 187 in September, the actual date will be reported later.

The next item of business was election of officers and are as follows: 174 Rockdale 177 Academy 187 Round Rock 200 Bruceville-Eddy

President Ronnie Rieger - Lodge 29, Taylor 1st Vice President Dale Kessel Lodge 18, Elgin 2nd Vice President Ruth Hanusch Lodge 47, Seaton Treasurer Dorothy Pechal - Lodge 47, Seaton Secretary Arleen Mayeux - Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky Lodge 47, Seaton Assistant YC Sherry McKinney Lodge 74, Lovelady Flag Bearers E.J. Pechal and David Koslovsky - Lodge 47, Seaton The youth of the district this year decided to form a District Youth Club, they also had election of officers, they are as follows: President Lori Greger - Lodge 47, Seaton Vice President Nikki Rieger - Lodge 29, Taylor Secretary and Treasurer - Carey Holeman, Lodge 187, Round Rock Reporter Christy Fritz - Lodge 177, Academy Congratulations to all the new officers and best of luck for a good year in office.

President Ronnie Rieger than adjourned the meeting, everyone enjoyed a wonderful meal prepared by Lodge 47 members and ladies of the district who brought side dishes.

I want to thank everyone who helped with the meeting in any way and to those who found the time to attend, also thank you for re-electing me as your district secretary. Hope everyone had a safe trip home and I hope to see everyone soon.

Fraternally, Arleen Mayeux District II Secretary —SPJST-

20, Granger

Miss SPJST Melanie Zavodny - Lodge 24, Cyclone

—SPJST-

District III Agenda For Spring Meeting April 26, 1992 At Lodge No. 66, Waco 10:00-11:00 Registration for meeting, quilt and horseshoe contests.

Complimentary kolache, strudel, buchta and coffee will be served.

11:00

Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST Youth Pledge --Tammi Dobecka Welcome by Lodge 66 President Jim Locke, Response by District III 1st Vice President George Pauling, Reading of departed members by Gordon Hubenak, District III youth memorial service Approval of fall minutes Treasurer's report by Albert Banik Audit report by Auditing Committee Supreme Lodge report by Jerry Mikulas District III Director's report by Br. Sid Pokladnik; announcement of "Fraternalist of the Year," and recognition of "50-Year Members" Rest Homes Director's report by Br. George Pauling District III FAC report by Br. George Pauling Editor's report by Br. Rudy Sefcik

12:00 BREAK FOR LUNCH -- Fried chicken, green salad, potato salad, green bean casserole, homemade bread, desserts, tea and coffee; adults - $5.00; child - $3.00 1:00

Mr. SPJST Michael Morris - Lodge 47, Seaton

Short program by Lodge 66 Youth Club (15 minutes); announce Miss SPJST and Mr. SPJST contestants Roll call of lodges by Secretary Carol Sanders Dismissal of youth for meeting Recognition of visitors by Br. Gordon Hubenak

Wednesday, April 15, 1992--VESTNIK/9 COMMITTEE REPORTS: By-Laws by Br. Jerry Milan Finance by Br. Larry Laznovsky Insurance by Br. Ben Jarma Publication by Br. Albert Banik

Report on attendance by Sister Carol Sanders Youth counselor's report by Sister Bessie Petr OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Audit Committee Nominating Committee Announcement of quilt contest winners Election of officers Site selection of fall meeting with youth Christmas ornament and kolache contests Installation of officers ADJOURNMENT Horseshoe contest Please attend this important District III meeting. Any youth between the ages of 18-21 who would like to participate in running for Miss SPJST or Mr. SPJST for the coming convention, please notify Sister Bessie Petr, DYC - by April 15, 1992. (Each candidate must have a talent for the April 26th spring meeting.)

Fraternally, Carol Sanders, Secretary District III

—SPJSTUncorrected Minutes of the District VI Spring Meeting The spring meeting of District VI SPJST was held at the Moravia Hall on March 22, 1992 with Lodge No. 23, Moravia hosting.

The meeting was called to order by District President Annie Vahalik at 1:45 p.m. In the absence of the flag bearers, Jody Krpec and Jerrod Dybala presented the colors and led the pledge to the flag.

A list of the deceased members since the last spring meeting was read while all stood in respect.

Lodge No. 23 President Albert Olsovsky welcomed everyone to Moravia and District Vice President Jo Ann Fuchik responded. She also introduced the following guests: Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and his wife Mary, District Director Matt Vanek and his wife Henrietta, State Field Representative Jerome Hlavaty, Brian and Joan Vanicek of Lodge No. 24, Cyclone, Larry and Dorothy Pflughaupt of Lodge No. 88, Houston, and State Youth Director Joni Lange.

All district officers, with the exceptions of FAC Susan Bolech and Flag Bearers John and Nancy Kopecky responded to the roll call of officers. Sophie Dybala, Publication Committee was the only standing committee member absent. Thirteen lodges responded to the roll call of lodges.

The names of the 96-year-old members and the recipients of the 75-year and 50-year member pins were read.

President Vahalik recognized the following Fraternalists of the Year in our district: Lodge No. 40 - Dora Lee Kopecky, Lodge No. 28 - A.J. (Tony) Kelner and Lodge No. 148 - Emil Morris.

District Youth Counselor Anita Roye gave the following Youth Fund report: on April 28, 1991 there was a balance of $2,182.94. The expenses were $7,200.91, income was $6,787.38, leaving a balance on March 22, 1992 of $1,769.41. The youth program followed the financial report. Lodge No. 30 Taiton sang several songs, read an Easter poem and performed a clogging routine. Lodge No. 40 - El Campo-Hillje performed several skits, and Lodge No. 4 - Hallettsville performed a skit, recited a poem and sang a song. State Youth Director Joni Lange presented a prize to Nicholas Vahalik of Lodge No. 4 for being a winner in the 6-8 year division for his T-Shirt Design.

The minutes were read and approved as read.

President Vahalik read a letter from the Home Office that stated anyone winning a merit or royalty scholarship would also be eligible for a general scholarship.

Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar said this was an important year for the organization because of the upcoming convention. It would be the first time a district would serve as host instead of a lodge. Four planning meetings had already been held. Everyone was encouraged to read the annual statement, proposed by-law changes and other recommendations published in the Vestnik.

The government is looking into fraternals but the SPJST was still one of the few organizations where the members run a financial institution. He asked all past lodge and district officers to rise and be recognized. President Leshikar concluded by presenting the following checks: $250 for the YAD; $800 for the General Expense Fund; $2,626.50 for the Youth Fund.

Rest Home Director Erwin Holy said the rest homes were run professionally and doing well. The IRS had examined the records and all were in order. A private insurance had been obtained for hospitalization and disability insurance instead of workers' compensation. The notes on the Needville home would soon be retired. Both homes were fully occupied and the new administrator in Taylor was doing well. He concluded by saying there would be a board meeting the following Saturday.

Leona Macha, from the By-Law Committee, said there had been several comalit= meetings. The Supreme Lodge officers and directors had been interviewed. The Finance Committee had met with the By-Law Committee twice.

Mrs. Macha said very few by-law changes had been proposed. They must be published by April 15th. She concluded by having all delegates rise.

Jerome Hlavaty, of the Insurance Committee, said the committee had met twice. A folder had been prepared by the Supreme Lodge with insurance information for the members of the committee. They would submit by-law changes and he read a letter about the change. In the pre-convention report, he stated the insurance department was functioning well with competitive insurance and good yields. However, many lodges were not working with their sales representatives. Money is earned by insurance sales and investments. Many sales representatives do not follow up on prospects. The committee would meet again on the Sunday of the convention and would submit any ideas in writing at that time.

State Field Representative Hlavaty continued with the sales report for the district; $927,000 worth of insurance had been written thus far in 1992. The top five sales representatives were Animae Merta, Matt Vanek, James Bacak, Olga Steffek and Adolph Motal. There were 15 sales representatives present at the district meeting.

Sophie Dybala of the Publication Committee was not present because that committee was meeting that weekend.

Rita Vanek, from the Finance Committee, said her committee had met several times and would meet again the following weekend. The Supreme Lodge had helped tremendously. She stated that the delegates come to work at the convention - not to make money. The convention would be lasting three days.

Mike Ahlstrom, Convention Planning Committee chairman, said volunteers would be needed for various jobs. The district would be in charge of the meal Monday night which would consist of Mexican food for $5.00 a plate. On the brochure, Rita Vanek said the $6,000 goal had been reached. Mr. Ahlstrom also said the Supreme Lodge would let the district sell souvenirs with the profit going to the district.

District Director Matt Vanek said that the first time the board had excellent communication with the By-Laws and Finance Committees. Help would be needed at the convention. He presented checks to Animae Merta, James Bacak, Matt Vanek, Jerome Hlavaty, Olga Steffek, Frankie Vanek and Ray Pilgrim.

There were 350 sales representatives on the books at the Supreme Lodge but only 150 produce. The quota in District VI is $3 million. Director Vanek urged lodges to return their IRS forms to the Home Office; $167,00 had been sent as a refund to the lodges. The SPJST has $78 million in assets with good officers.

Director Vanek concluded by saying he would be a candidate for director at the convention.

A letter from Maxine Sefcik was read. She asked the lodges to have their officers, sales representatives, 50-year members and 96-year-old members' pictures sent to the Vestnik by May 1st for the Convention issue; also any new projects should be submitted.

There was no old business.

Under new business, the Nominating Committee, consisting of Joe Nezval, Dora Lee Kopecky and Eddie Vrana, presented the following slate of officers: President Annie Vahalik, Vice President Karen Kaspar and Jo Ann Fuchik, FAC Helen Zabransky, Secretary Elaine Berkovsky, Treasurer A.J. (Tony) Kelner, District Youth Counselor Anita Roye and Marcy Dorotik, Assistant Youth Counselor, Mary Ann Karasek, Flag Bearers Adam Siptak and Kristen Bender.

Each was voted on separately. Annie Vahalik was elected by acclamation. In the election for vice president, Jo Ann Fuchik received 55 votes and Karen Kaspar received 22. Helen Zabransky, Elaine Berkovsky and A.J. (Tony) Kelner were elected by acclamation. For youth counselor, the vote was Anita Roye - 46 votes, Marcy Dorotik - 30 votes and one abstained. Mary Ann Karasek, Adam Siptak and Kristen Bender were elected by acclamation.

The District YAD would be held in Taiton on July 26th.

A.J. (Tony) Kelner gave an unaudited treasurer's report. On April 28, 1991, there was a balance of $527.80 in the General Expense Fund. Expenses totaled $360 and income waas $800, leaving a balance on November 10, 1991 of $967.80. After expenses and deposits, on 21 March 1992, there was a balance of $696.30.

Hallettsville would be the host for the fall meeting and Taiton would host the 1993 spring meeting.

After installation of officers by President Leshikar, the meeting was adjourned.

Elaine Berkovsky District VI Secretary ***

ALBERT OLSOVSKY, host Lodge No. 23 president, welcoming everyone to the District VI spring meeting.

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INTEREST RATE FOR ANNUITIES 7.1% annualized effective through 4-30-92 —SPJST-

To Whom It May Concern: We would like very much to find the officers' names who served from December 1937 through November 1948.

If anyone knows the whereabouts of the secretary minutes' books during those years, or whoever can help us complete our lodge's history since it begin in 1897, would be greatly appreciated.

On Sunday, March 29, 1992 a great party took place at our beautiful Lodge 88 Ballroom, when Evelyn and Milert Antrich celebrated their 50th anniversary with a dinner and dance reception.

Evelyn and Milert have 4 beautiful girls: Judy and husband from Tarrance, California, Genevieve and husband Troy Yoakum from Spring, Texas, Vicky and husband Bill Gray from Fort Worth, Texas, and Carolyn and husband Mike Morse from Canova Park, California. They also have a granddaughter Leslie Phelps, and grandsons Todd and Mark Yoakum.

This beautiful celebration was given by their children to their parents. They really decorated the hall, they left no stone unturned. The food was most delicious and the Donnie Wavra Orchestra was superb. Milert asked that all who were able would get in the grand march. It was one of the largest I've seen and well organized.

All who were there had a very good time. Evelyn said she slept one hour Sunday night, because she was so keyed up.

A plug for Milert--I've known Milert for many years, but never knew that he was a "speaker." He spoke at least 10 to 15 minutes, without a note and had to backup only once. A great job!

All of their girls gave a nice talk about their parents, which was so impressive.

We wish Milert and Evelyn many more healthy and happy years.

Grandma Hanka had her 97th birthday on March 20th. The big party for all the residents who had a birthday in March, was Friday, March 27th. Two of her grandsons Brett and Bruce Hanka visited her on her birthday, and some of the rest of the family on the 27th and they were Roland and Becky Hanka, Arlene and Al Marshall, Glenn Hanka and myself. Grandma received flowers, lots of cards and gifts. She had me to read all her cards. She said "This was a wonderful birthday" We all love her.

I also visited Mrs. Jurchak who lives across the hall from Mama. She is 95 years of age and is the mother of Sydney and Georgie Jurchak, who are ac tive in Lodge 88. When you visit these sweet old people, it really does something for you. Mrs. Jurchak is so entertaining and lets you know how much she enjoys your visit and say she's looking for more company.

bluebonnets are in full bloom and just beautiful.

Have a nice Easter with your families.

Remember: "Taxes could be worse-suppose we had to pay on what we think we're worth."

Submitted with love, Pearl Hanka —S PJST-

No. 92, Fort Worth

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends: Just as in the past few months today it started raining. Winter also came back for a day or so. Here it's April and seems that the months go by so fast while one gets older. It used to be when we were youngsters waiting for some holiday to come, the time went by slower so we wouldn't have to attend school, it seemed the longest wait was for summer to arrive; now as we are older, summer is here with lots of work; such as pulling weeds in the lawns and gardens. It dried up some so the gardens could be started. It's a good thing we have gardens because vegetables will be expensive due to all the rains we've had early this year.

Since April is here which means that Uncle Sam wants his pay for last year.

Let's hope we'll all have a little money left after paying taxes. We need that so we can enjoy ourselves with entertainment this summer. (I am glad to have been able to save some money because April 8 Christine, Shirley and I planned to fly to Florida. This will be our first time to miss the lodge meeting that was scheduled for April 13, which was also an Easter egg hunt for the little ones and later beer hunt for the adults.)

Charles Coplin (right) receiving his 50-year membership pin from Lodge 92 President Albert Kubala (left).

Correction:

I apologize to Addie Sustala for naming her deceased, instead of Hattie Sustala. Addie and I had a long conversation and she accepted my apology.

Evelyn Mikolas, the ticket chairman of our Birthday Club, recently went to Dallas with her nephew Scott and his wife Beth Baethe. Scott was sent to We have all the other officers' school in Dallas, so Beth and Evelyn names, except from 1937 through went to see him and also visited 1948. If anyone would help us with Evelyn's sister Gladys and husband this project, please let us hear from Bill Cravens and their family. They reyou by writing or calling: ported an enjoyable trip. She said the

Victoria Murphy accepting 50-year pin on behalf of her son, John H. Murphy, Jr., from Albert Kubala.

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FIFTY-YEAR MEMBERS present at Lodge No. 92 meeting in Fort Worth.

Our last meeting was well attended and, at that time, the 50-year membership pins were given to the ones who were present. Brother Charles Coplin and a mother for her son who was unable to attend. Victoria Murphy received a pin for John H. Murphy, Jr.; also at the meeting, the president asked how many 50-year members are present; there were 14 of them. Most of these fourteen attend our meetings on a regularly basis each month. A few of our regular members who have 50year pins were unable to be present this time due to sickness; in all, we have about 16 or 18 members who received their 50-year pins. A picture will be in the Vestnik of those who were present.

I heard that one of our members, Millie Jo Waters, who works in Germany is here visiting her father, J.C. Waters. She has an important job in Germany and is able to come to Fort Worth. I am sure her father enjoys her visits. A family party is being given to her by an aunt, Victoria Murphy.

Please remember the next few dances as listed below: Sunday, April 26 -- FREE DANCE from 3 to 7 p.m. sponsored by Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth. Let's fill the hall for this one. The price should fit your pocket book.

Saturday, May 2 -- Dance sponsored by the Polonia Club Saturday, May 16 -- Dance with music by Jodie Mikula from Ennis.

On March 25 Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and his wife Mary and also State FAC Frank Klinkovsky came to Lodge No. 92 to a fraternal activities' coordinators workshop to explain what all has to be done to keep our SPJST exempted from taxes and to keep fraternalism in force.

This was a very interesting class and everyone enjoyed it.

Christine and I wish the lodge a productive meeting and hope all of you have a nice Easter. Happy Easter to all SPJST members and friends. Next time I will conclude with a joke to keep everyone smiling.

Fraternally, Carl W. Zich, Reporter

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Notice To Lodge 133, San Antonio

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SPJST Lodge 133, San Antonio, will not meet on the third Sunday of April because this is Easter Sunday. We will meet again in May. Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp, Secretary

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SPJST Lodge No. 139 High School Graduates!!!

Attention:

Dear Members: All 1992 high school graduates who are members of SPJST Lodge No. 139 in Danbury and have been prior to the end of his/her freshman year in high school, are eligible to apply for the $500 scholarship to be awarded.

Qualifications: must have purchased an SPJST insurance policy other than Modified Life before the end of his/her freshman year in high school; must be graduating among the top 15 percent of his/her class; must provide a copy letter from high school providing the graduate's grade point average and stating that the graduate is in the top 15 percent of his/her class.

If you are planning to attend college and would like to apply, please send needed information before MAY 1, 1992 to: Lorenda Baldwin Route 7, Box 15 Alvin, Texas 77511 Fraternally, Lorenda Baldwin Secretary, Lodge No. 139

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No.154, Fort Worth

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends: Our Easter Picnic will be held at our hall, 6500 Boat Club Road on Sunday, April 19. The doors will open at 11:00 a.m. It will be as in the past. Each family brings their food and we ask for a dozen colored eggs for the hunt. Prizes will be given; a beer hunt for the men and games of your choice. Lunch will be served about from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.; Easter egg hunt at 3:00 p.m., followed by the beer hunt. Everyone looks forward for this day.

We extend our congratulations to Sister Jill Parker who was sent a letter of congratulations from A. Benton Cocanougher, Dean of Texas A&M University for her achievements for the 1991 Fall Semester; she has been designated a "Distinguished Student."

This recognition is given only to those students who distinguish themselves academically; the College of Business Administration looks to its "Distinguished Students" for leadership in all areas of university and college activities.

Sister Jill is a former recipient of an SPJST Scholarship and when she graduates in August after she completes her International Marketing Study Abroad Program this summer, she will

be studying and working with companies in England, France, Switzerland, Germany and Belgium. Jill is the daughter of Brother Jerry and Sister Donna Rose Parker. Best of luck and we are proud of you!

Congratulations also to Brother Josh Milan who won first place in the District Gymnastic meet in Irving with 111-83 points, after being in first place in all events and scored a 10 in the floor routine.

We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Rose Catherine Svojger on the loss of her mother, Sister Rose Svajger. May she rest in eternal peace.

Sisters Carrie Milan and daughters and grandson, Sister Carolyn and Ky Cleveland spent a wonderful week during spring break in San Antonio. Ky performed at the Sheraton Hotel with "Kids Who Care." They enjoyed Lyndon Johnson Ranch and took in sites at Kerrville and Fredericksburg.

We extend our get well wishes to Brother Johnny Kret who spent several days in the hospital for tests. Take good care.

We are happy to report Sister Mary Renfro is doing better.

Easter greetings go out to all far and near. So until---keep smiling.

Fraternally, Mary Pavey

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Lodges Bidding For 1996 SPJST Convention Metroplex

With the growing interest about the 1996 Convention being in Arlington, the presidents from four Lodges: No. 92, No. 154, No. 180 and No. 183 met to secure that our bid would be ready when the 1996 Convention site is brought to a vote, namely: Albert Kubala, Lodge 92, Ft. Worth Jerry Milan, Lodge 154, Ft. Worth Louis Grochoske, Lodge 180, Burleson Inez Greenlees, Lodge 183, Arlington We are asking for your support. Arlington has a large number of hotels and motels and with the other attractions in the immediate area we think with that, that will be an outstanding place to host our Society's 100th birthday.

Fraternally yours, Inez Greenlees, Chairman —S PJ

ST— Seaton Choral News

Dear Brothers and Sisters: Just to inform you of the next practice set for Tuesday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m. After a long vacation, we need to get the whole group out for a good practice session. If some do not receive the Vestnik, please let these know of this practice. I understand we have some places wanting us to come sing for them. So please be at Seaton Star Hall Tuesday, April 28th.

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal

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Christi Circle of Women

Corpus

The Corpus Christi Circle of Women met Thursday, April 2 at SPJST Lodge 79-Sokol Hall. In spite of the rainy, dreary day, 21 members and one guest braved the nasty weather to attend.

Our guest, Leogia Matula, came from Taft with Mary Elzner and Mattie

Netek. She became a member and we welcome her to our group.

Frances Kosarek was absent due to foot surgery that also prevented her from attending our meeting in March.

She is doing well and should be able to rejoin us in May. Lillie Hayek delivered a pot plant to Frances on her way home from the meeting. Rose Huff underwent cataract surgery April 1, so was unable to make it and Donna Havranek had to take her husband for therapy. All three ladies were missed.

Lit Hruska came in spite of still suffering from shingles. She even baked an apple cake and served as one of our hostesses. Della Elzner was also with us even though she underwent a second cataract operation a few days earlier. Goes to show, you can't keep a good woman down.

Anita Regmund told us of the good time she had on her visit to Las Vegas in March. She and her daughter, Jackie Epperson, have gone several times and enjoy it so much. Anita is ready to go again. The shows and people watching are more fun than the gambling, according to Nita.

Some of us, who stayed home, attended the Czech Heritage Festival at Memorial Coliseum. We also had an opportunity to view the replicas of Columbus' ships from Spain. It was hard to believe Columbus and his men crossed the ocean on such small vessels, especially the Nina and the Pinta.

At times, people waited up to four hours to go aboard. I was satisfied to view them from the dock.

Our birthday girl of the month was Georgia Ann Kubala. I was glad she won one of our prizes. Lillie Hayek was the lucky winner of another beautiful crochet scarf donated by Norma Baker. Della Elzner, Mary Elzner, Lillie Hayek and I donated prizes won by Betty Jurica, Pauline Novosad, Millie Elzner, Lil Hruska and Ella Simcik.

A thank you card for our $50 donation to Sokol Corpus Christi was received and read. Wish we could have given more.

Taking a day trip was discussed and is being planned for later this month

by Millie Elzner. Her husband, Jerry, volunteered to be our driver. Jerry showed up in time to help with the clean up, but too late for lunch. Come earlier next time, Jerry. Thanks to the ladies who prepared and helped serve the good food everyone enjoyed.

Our next meeting will be held Thursday, May 7 starting promptly at 10:30 a.m. There will be a guest speaker from the Corpus Christi Police Department. Sgt. Josie Hernandez will speak on Personal Safety, a crucial topic in today's society. Those of you who want to visit before the meeting, come early. The hall will be open at 9:30 a.m.

Fraternally, Anna Marie Moss President/Reporter —SPJST —

Dallas Circle of Czech Women Our April meeting was called to order by our President Bertha Podhrasky. Esther Cunningham led in the reciting of the pledge to our flag.

Bertha welcomed 41 members, 11 men guests and one visitor, Renee Zvolanek, great-niece of Anne and Bob Zvolanek. It was good to see Nita Houzvicka before the meeting. She came to see everyone and paid her dues but couldn't stay for the meeting.

Hope to see her again soon.

The officers were installed by Anne

Zvolanek using the symbol for the in-

12/VESTMK—Wednesday, April 15, 1992 stallation service as "Flowers." President Bertha Podhrasky was presented a red rose symbolic of leadership. Vice President Esther Cunningham was presented a gold mum symbolic of golden opportunity which she is to cooperate with the president in making this an outstanding year. Recording Secretary Bessie Reames was presented a pink rose symbolic of faith. This means the club has placed their faith in her ability. Corresponding Secretary Evelyn Trojacek was presented a blue symbolic of truth and fidelity necessity of being true blue. Financial Membership Secretary Bertha Malik was presented a white dahlia symbolic of patience, accuracy and loyalty as she receives and records all the income for society.

Treasurer Vicki Kohn was presented a green fern symbolic of green foliage as we speak of money as long green and because we do not keep money enough for it to grow into a flower. Each officer placed her flower in a vase to make a beautiful bouquet which means unity. The ceremony was very beautiful, thanks to Anne Zvolanek.

The treasurer's report by Vicki Kohn was accepted as read. The books were audited by Henry Cechan and Roy Alholm and found to balance.

Sunshine Committee Liddie Pavelka sent thinking of you cards to Beulah Horak, Rose Kopecek, Bessie Petr.

Liddie will donate and send Easter cards to the shut-ins.

Sunshine Committee Libbie Elsik sent a get well card to Ed Tyroch, husband of Lydia Tyroch.

Correction: a get well card instead of a sympathy card was sent to Milan Dujka, Brother of Anne Skrabanek, brother-in-law of Anne Zvolanek, Alice Roberts and Mary Sebestik.

Correspondence included a thank you card from Sokol Ziska for our donation.

Old Business: The By-Law Committee composed of Esther Cunningham, Bertha Podhrasky, and Liddie Pavelka was not ready for a report. They suggested if you have any changes of the by-laws to write it on paper and sign it and give it to the committee. The names and addresses and husbands' names will be included in the new year book.

New Business: We voted to take out a quarter page ad in the souvenir book of Sokol Slet to be held in Fort Worth, Texas - June 5, 6 and 7. The officers will decide what to put in the ad.

Faye Wright volunteered to take Alice Roberts' telephone list of out-oftown and new members to notify of the meetings.

Donations: Flowers and Easter decorations by Alice Roberts, flowers for installation of officers and Easter candy by Anne Zvolanek, Easter candy and coffee by Mary Sebestik. Thank you ladies for the decorations and candy, it really did look like spring.

Ella Mae Faraizl sold flower and garden seeds and donated the money to Krouzek treasury.

Announcements: Dallas and Ennis Fraternal Society will meet April 13, 1992 at Catholic Czech Club. Czech Culture Society will meet April 27 at Catholic Czech Club.

Hostesses were Anne Zvolanek, Mary Sebestik, Marie Lattner and Alice Roberts. Our new hostess chairman, Alice Roberts, stated if you cannot serve let her know but do not get anyone to replace you.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to the April celebrants, namely: Rose Kopecek (who celebrated her 85th birthday), Helen Oates, Evelyn Salac, Mildred Voss, Josephine Kankrlik, Helen Koubek, Mary Anne Skrabanek, Bobby Anne Bickle, Georgia Brozek,

Marietta Jo Cechan, Carolyn Nemec, Rose Urban, Marie Kowal, Lydia Alholm, Elaine Skrabanek.

Bessie Kalich wants to thank everyone for all the cards sent to her and she appreciated the card that all the members signed.

Our next meeting will be May 6, 1992. The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. because we have a speaker, Lynn James, a beauty consultant. Hope to see all of you.

Evelyn Cechan English Reporter —SPJST-

problems would disappear. This issue has become a national concern and has been and will continue to be a major part of the platform of all Presidential candidates of this country.

The SPJST is a perfect mechanism of what can be the solution for this national crisis. Through the lodge system, the SPJST has provided an environment that is family oriented. With the development of our insurance products, the youth clubs and the FAC program, the SPJST has something to offer the entire family. With the passage of time, however, the original ideas of those who have gone before us can become misdirected and misunderstood. WE NEED TO DO MORE! As a Society, we are not following through on new and innovative ideas.

There is more of a tendency to remain as we are; protect our turf and hope that things get better. The most important thing that any elected member of this society needs to remember is that this is a membership ran organization built on volunteerism and fraternalism.

An elected member has no higher responsibility than to serve the membership. As president of the SPJST, it would be my goals to accomplish the following:

(4) MAKE THE SPJST MORE VISIBLE - Working with the officers and directors, it is important that we advertise our sut,esses. Not only will that help to maintain our tax exempt status, but it would attract new members.

Over the past several years, Claudette and I have traveled extensively across the state and have enjoyed the opportunity to visit many of your lodges. As successful as you are, the exciting thing about our society is that you are willing to try something new to become more successful. As a candidate for office in the SPJST, I do not accuse anyone of not trying, all that I am asking is that you try something else. I would welcome any delegate or member to contact me if you would like to discuss the future of our society. I am looking forward to seeing you at the convention in Victoria.

Fraternally, Timothy W. Reese 112 E. Killen Temple, TX 76501 (817) 774-8912 —SPJST-

(1) CREATE UNITY Timothy W. Reese

Announcing Candidacy For President Greetings! As suggested by the ByLaws Committee for the 1988 convention, I hereby announce my candidacy for President of the SPJST. For those of you who are not familiar with me, I am married to Claudette (Hejl) Reese and we have four children; Jason, Michele, Melinda and Jennifer, all of whom have been very active with the SPJST youth club for the past seven years.

While my last name is not Czech, my ancestry includes a great-grandmother with the last name of Hadamek who immigrated to this country and this state in the late 1800s. I am not fluent in the Czech language but I do have a working knowledge of the Czech language and heritage. Anyone who knows my in-laws, Dan and Lillian Hejl, will attest to the fact that you are going to pick up a lot of the language and customs if you marry into that family. In fact, I always jest that I had to learn the game of Taroks before Claudette's parents would allow us to date.

I have a Bachelor of Science degree from Southwest Texas State University in Business Administration and have been employed with the Social Security Administration for the past 21 years which is probably the largest insurance company in the world. I am a member of Lodge 47 Seaton Star Hall and have been honored to serve that membership as second vice president, vice president and president. While my experience gives me a wealth of knowledge about business and insurance, my primary concern of the SPJST is the very reason for its existence and that is FRATERNALISM. Brothers and Sisters, the most critical problem in the United States is and has been the decline of the family unit.

You may have heard that it is any other number of things including crime, drugs, aids or the homeless, but the truth is, that if more emphasis was placed on the importance and the value of the family, then all of the other

This begins at the top. We desperately need Supreme Lodge officers, directors and employees who work as a team. There can be no progress when an organization is moving in opposite directions.

(2) FULLY DEVELOP NEW IDEAS A. Ombudsman Program - A program for seniors whereby the Supreme Lodge through the FAC program would assist senior members in the following areas: i. Social Security - information, applications and referral. ii. Nursing homes - information and referral services. iii. Consumer tips. iv. Durable medical equipment - access to.

B. Lodge Innovations - Create a Lodge Guide handbook that would document in detail every successful project attempted by lodges so that would enable other lodges to repeat that success in a step by step manner.

C. Lodge Assistance - Create a task force to provide visible and physical support for those lodges that are struggling or want to try something new.

(3.) RECOGNIZE VOLUNTEERS A. More effort must go into a combined insurance/fraternalism training package to help our sales representatives. While many of our sales representatives have been extremely successful, there are those who would benefit from a more comprehensive training package.

B. It has been my observation that we do not recognize the hard work and numerous hours that are spent by outstanding members year in and year out. The accomplishments of these individuals not only need to be recognized, but they also need to be recorded, not only because of some IRS ruling, but as a continuing history of who and why we are.

Brian Allen Vanicek

Announcing Candidacy for Vestnik Editor Dear Brothers and Sisters, It is with deep conviction and sense of purpose that I announce my candidacy for Vestnik editor. I know the responsibility is great. It is great because it is truly the members' power, in the form of consent and oversight, that is delegated to the editor.

If elected, I pledge--above all else-to be fair and honest in all communications with the members of the Society--regardless of personal consequences and in spite of obstacles and pressures. If we make our membership the primary concern--and genuinely so--then all else that is good will have a clear path.

As editor, I will do my best to cultivate the fraternal aspects of our Society and its members. For nearly 80 years the Vestnik has helped SPJST members to better understand the scope of their Society and instill pride in their colorful heritage. However, the spirit of fraternalism that built our Society cannot be expected to continue on its own. We must work together to reinforce, restate and update it.

I presently own and operate a small writing and publication design business in Temple. Before that, I served as communications manager for the National Bank for Cooperatives in Denver, Colorado. I earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from

Wednesday, April 15, 1992 Vt.STWK/13 the University of Texas at Austin.

While a student at UT, I was editor-inchief of the college yearbook, president of the Czech Club and president of the Society of Professional Journalists.

My wife, Joan, and I are members of Lodge 24, Cyclone. I have been an SPJST member for 32 years and currently serve as reporter and a member of the Board of Trustees at Lodge 24.

Thank you for your consideration and for your support.

Fraternally yours, Brian Allen Vanicek

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Reunions Lesikar Reunion All descendants of John Lesikar, II are invited to attend the 26th annual reunion and covered dish dinner beginning at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the Seaton Community Center. For more information contact Randy Lesikar, president at 985-2384, or Lillie Jez, secretary at 773-5369.

Edwin Jez ***

Lost Prairie and Komensky Schools Reunion It is time again for our Lost Prairie and Komensky schools' ex-students, teachers and friends to invite you to our homecoming which will take place at Lost Prairie School on Sunday, April 26, 1992. This year we are inviting community-wide participation, so come as you are. A spaghetti dinner will be served at 11:30 a.m. for a nominal fee, also domino playing will take place.

Jerry J. Chudej ***

Red Ranger School Reunion A reminder to all ex-students and teachers. The fifth Red Ranger School reunion will be held May 3, 1992 SPJST Lodge No. 24 (Flag Hall) in Cyclone. Everyone is asked to bring a basket lunch. Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. and lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. Plates, cups, silverware, coffee, tea and bread will be provided.

Juanita (Martinec) Wychopen, Sec. 2214 South 47th Street Temple, TX 76504 Phone: 817-773-3140 ***

Mikulencak Reunion The Mikulencak family reunion will be held on Saturday, May 9, 1992 in the dining hall at the McKinney Falls State Park near Austin, Texas. Anyone and everyone with a Mikulencak in their ancestry is invited to attend.

Come and enjoy our fellowship, study our Mikulencak family genealogical chart, which goes back to 1610, and let us help you figure out where your family fits into this chart. Activities will start at 10 a.m. The main meal will be at 12:30 p.m. and lunch at 4:30 p.m. Please bring a covered dish --a meat dish and a vegetable, dessert or salad. Bring your favorite beverage.

Tea, coffee and punch will be served.

The program and business meeting starts at 2 p.m. This time our program will include the projection and explanation of color slides of the area from which all Mikulencaks are known to have come. The slides show the beauty of our ancestral homeland.

Hope to see you there!

Joseph A. Hegar

-SPJST-

Bulletin

Board 26th SPJST Convention June 14-17, 1992 Victoria Community Ctr. Victoria, Texas *** State Horseshoe Tournament April 25, 1992 Lodge 17, New Tabor SPJST Finance Committee Meeting April 25, 1992 9:00 a.m.

Home Office, Temple ***

SPJST By-Law Committee Meetings May 2-3, 1992 9 a.m., Both Days Home Office, Temple ***

State Volleyball Tournament November 21, 1992 Temple, Texass *** DISTRICT II The District II Fall Meeting will take place Sunday, September 27, 1992 at Lodge No. 187 in Round Rock. *** DISTRICT III District III Spring Meeting will be held Sunday, April 26, 1992 at Lodge No. 66 (Linden Hall) in Elm Mott near Waco. *** DISTRICT IV The District IV Meeting will take place Sunday, April 26, 1992 hosted

by Lodge No. 73, Seymour at the Seymour Housing Authority Building, Seymour.

-SPJST-

Youth Department

Calendar LEADERS-IN-TRAINING June 5-7,1992 *** QUARTERLY YOUTH REPORTS ARE DUE June 15, 1992 *** STATE ROYALTY August 15, 1992 STATE YAD August 16, 1992 *** CAMP Dist. 1 - July 21-24, Camp Val Verde Dist. 2 - July 25-31, Camp Val Verde Dist. 3 - July 17-20, Camp Val Verde Dist. 4 - July 31 - August 2, Camp Butman Dist. 5 - July 13-16, Camp Val Verde Dist. 6 - July 19-21, Camp Lone Star Dist. 7 - July 13-16, Camp Val Verde *** DISTRICT YADs Dist. 1 - August 2, 1992 Dist. 2 - July 12, 1992 Dist. 3 - June 28, 1992 Dist. 4 - July 25, 1992 Dist. 5 - June 28, 1992 Dist. 6 - July 26, 1992 Dist. 7 - July 5, 1992 -SPJST-

From State Youth Director 1992

Youth Leaders' Workshop

Camp Lone Star in La Grange was the site for the 1992 Youth Leaders' Workshop. Despite rainy conditions the workshop was very successful.

Six new leaders attended the workshop for the first time. They were Myrian Zalesky of Lodge No. 88, Connie Havlak of Lodge No. 49, Jeannette Bender of Lodge No. 4, Susan Siptak of Lodge No. 4, Liz Bielefeld of Lodge No. 107, and Ginger Petter of Lodge No. 196. We are delighted to welcome these first time attendants to the workshop and we look forward to seeing them again at next year's workshop.

Due to the rain Friday night's campfire was held indoors. Instruction on song leading was presented by District I DYC Susan Skrabanek. Susan taught us several new songs along with how to teach these songs to our youth club members.

Saturday morning, after the flag ceremony, a Rule Book game was led by District IV DYC Sandra Jansa to introduce revisions recently made to the Rule Book.

Following the Rule Book game several DYCs made the following presentations: Susan Skrabanek, District I DYC and Lodge No. 17 Youth Leader, reviewed her proposal to revise the Merit Point System. Patsy Koslovsky, District II DYC and Lodge 47 Youth Leader, presented ideas to recognize our grandparents in our lodges. Bessie Petr, District III DYC and Lodge No. 84 Youth Leader, taught the Beseda to some very enthusiastic leaders. Marie Stayton, District V DYC, presented the leaders with ideas for district fundraising. Maxine Pavliska, District VII DYC, offered our leaders some ideas for organizing their monthly club meetings. I would like to "thank" all these presenters for doing an excellent job in preparing and presenting their information to the leaders. I think every leader will benefit from their experience.

After a brief break, Paula Brown of Temple spoke on Communication Skills. Paula was received very enthusiastically. She has even been invited to return to next year's workshop.

The afternoon found youth leaders participating in new games led by District IV DYC Sandra Jansa and Betty Schwartz, youth leader of Lodge No. 160 in San Angelo. These ladies did a wonderful job of planning and con-

w Bessie Petr and Joni Lange. Bessie was honored for 40 years of service. ducting these games. Fun was had by all, even the spectators.

I would like to "thank" our craft instructors for conducting the following workshops: Denny Pickett of Granger for giving us some excellent ideas for working with clay. Gladys Yates of Lodge No. 66 for instruction of the Indian rattle. Dottie Watkins of Lodge No. 172 for instruction on Indian teepee banks. I appreciate all the efforts these individuals made to the success of this workshop.

Saturday evening the youth leaders dressed in Indian costumes to welcome both new and returning youth leaders.

Patsy Koslovsky, District II DYC and Lodge No. 47 youth leader, led the Ceremony of Ashes assisted by Susan Siptak, assistant youth leader for Lodge No. 4. Leaders were also presented recognition awards for their devotion to the SPJST youth program.

We would like to congratulate Bessie Petr, District III DYC and Lodge No. 84 youth leader, for 40 years of devoted service to the SPJST youth. Bessie, "Thank you," we appreciated everything you do for us.

To conclude Saturday's activities we were taught new line dances from Jeff Lucas of Temple. Jeff introduced us to new versions of some of the older line dances.

Weekend activities were concluded Sunday with a brainstorming session and a group discussion and evaluation.

I would like to thank all leaders and participants for making this year's workshop such a success and we look forward to seeing you again next year.

Fraternally, Joni Lange State Youth Director ***

PARTICIPANTS AT YOUTH LEADERS' WORKSHOP

14/VESTMK—Wednesday, April 15, 1992

1992 Youth Leaders' Workshop

JEFF LUCAS -- LINE DANCE INSTRUCT( )iz

CRAFT - RATTLES

Mititoco PAULA BROWN -- COMMUNICATION SKILLS

CRAFT - TEEPEES

MR MORE GAMES

DYC PRESENTATIONS

Wednesday, April 15, 1992—VESTNIK/15

Features Arnold J. ;:acurek Foundation Gives $25,000 For Czech Chair At UT (Austin)

MORE YOUTH RULE BOOK GAME

YOUTH RULE BOOK GAME

The 1992 Mr./Miss SPJST Contest Information

The Czech Educational Foundation of Texas is pleased to announce a gift of $25,000 to its fund for the Texas Chair in Czech Studies at the University of Texas. The Arnold J. and Irene B. Kocurek Family Foundation has contributed this generous gift to further the teaching of the Czech language and culture in the state.

Founded in 1986, the Arnold J. and Irene B. Kocurek Family Foundation was created to direct funds for donations to charitable, religious, scientific, literary, and educational purposes.

Loyal to Mr. Kocurek's roots in Dime Box, Texas, the foundation provided funding for a computer system for that school district. The foundation also supports the San Antonio State School, Assumption Seminary, and the Sisters of Divine Providence retired nuns.

Presently serving as consultant, Mr. Kocurek retired as vice chairman of the board of Rauscher Pierce Refsnes, Inc. in San Antonio in 1974. He began his career there as a salesman in 1934

AGE: Any SPJST female/male member at least 18 and no older than 22, as of June 1, 1992.

MEMBERSHIP: A member of SPJST at least one year prior to lodge candidate selection.

ATTIRE: Floor or tea-length formal gown.

MARITAL STATUS: Single through the time of the 1992 Convention.

SELECTION: Lodge: No lodge eliminations; lodges can send as many candidates to district as they wish, who have never held the title of "Mr. or Miss SPJST." District: Competition will be at each district's spring meeting (unless the district desires a separate date), but no later than May 1, 1992. The district competition will be in two separate contests.

TALENT: Time Limit: SPEECH: Time Limit: PRIZES: District Winner: Participation:

3 minutes 3 minutes $25.00 $5.00

Convention: The finalists will compete in three contests to determine "Miss SPJST and Mr. SPJST." TALENT: Same as District SPEECH: Same as District INTERVIEW: With Judges PRIZES AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR ALL FINALISTS: * * * *

$300 cash allowance 3 Banquet tickets Paid mileage to and from the Convention Wrist Watch

WINNERS: Will receive a cash award of $250.00, and the title "Mr. or Miss SPJST" for the duration of the Convention.

For a complete list of rules and regulations, please contact your DYC or the State Youth Director.

(Complete rules were also published in the January 22, 1992 Vestnik issue.)

—SPJSTSPJST

Lodge Annual Events

May 17 -- Lodge 80, Holland's Annual Picnic June 7 -- Lodge 47, Seaton's Annual Picnic —SPJST-

and later headed the firm's municipal bond department. He and the former Irene Bucek of Hallettsville were married in 1936 and have four children, three grandchildren, and three greatgrandchildren. Both Mr. and Mrs. Kocurek are graduates of the University of Texas at Austin.

Mr. Kocurek has served as an active participating member and officer of many organizations related to the investment banking business, including the Investment Bankers Association of America and the Municipal Bond Club of San Antonio. He is a member of the Knights of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem and has been a member of the Knights of Columbus for over 55 years.

Mrs. Kocurek is a member of the Ladies of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, and with her husband, serves as honorary board member of the San Antonio State School Volunteer Service Council.

The research administrator of the foundation describes the Kocureks as "hard-working people who have always appreciated their Czech heritage."

The Texas Chair in Czech Studies was established in 1990 when the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas gave the University $500,000, which had been contributed by individuals and organizations. With University matching funds, the endowment was increased to $750,000.

The CEFT continues its drive to fund the Chair at $1,000,000.

—SPJST-

uo vadis Yugoslavia!

My reminiscences of the unforgettable trip to Yugoslavia and Czechoslovakia Part three of the eight parts article

by John J. Karas from Houston Continuation from the last Wstnik We, Kle6ka's Klub Kontinental tour group, were awaited by Austrian motor coach with its driver and with young but knowledgeable Yugoslav guide, who stayed with us 4 days. We were driven then to Hotel Tirena located among several other first class hotels called Dubrava group on the peninsula named Babin Kuk. (All of the luxurious hotels in Dubrava group suffered quite a bit of damage in the early fall of the last year during the bombardment by field artillery of the federal army, by federal air attacks and shelling by federal gun boats.)

Let me go back now to our arrival at Hotel Tirena, which was our headquarters for 4 days in Yugoslavia. After unloading suitcases in the assigned room we walked the mall behind our hotel and others close-by, overlooking a deep bay with the beautiful coastline.

We snapped some pictures there, shopped and drank "pivo" with fellow travelers. At dusk all of our "triple K" tour group gathered on Tirena's large balcony with breath-taking view for a wine toast before supper. As Yugoslavia and most of Europe is 7 hours ahead of our time, we retired early (before 11 p.m.) to catch up on the beauty rest and to gain strength for the upcoming exciting days. Next day, 30th of June, we filled our Austrian motor coach and rode to the old walled city of Dubrovnik, about 2 miles from our hotel. The old historical city called Stari Grad contains more than 4,000 inhabitants within its ramparts while the majority of the populace lives in the new town area surrounding the walls and in the far stretched Dubrovnik suburbs. As far as Dubrovnik's ancient walls are con-

cerned, they resemble the ramparts around the city of York in Yorkshire in Great Britain. While living in England after seizure of power in 1948 by the Communists in Czechoslovakia, I visited historical York several times always enjoying a walk on its well preserved walls. Their circuit is more than 2 1/2 miles (over 4 kilometers) and the encircled area is divided by the Ouse River. The larger sections of these ramparts are located on the left bank of this stream. There was no charge or entrance fee to get on and walk on these well kept ramparts contrary to the exploring the city walls of Dubrovnik, in Yugoslavia, where one had to get an entry ticket twice at different check points, right on the walls.

(For further write up concerning the City of York and other historical places in England see my article "The King is Dead, Long Live King!" printed in three sections in the SPJST V&tnck in the early part of 1991.) Although Dubrovnik's ramparts are from the 15th century, they are wide and easy to walk on as corroborates a stream of tourists from many different countries of Europe and from overseas.

There are quite a few niches in the walls with a statue of bishop Blalej, a martyr and a patron of this city. A feast of this saint (on the third of February) is know all over the world by its special ritual or blessing with 2 lighted candles held for a second or two close to the throats of the believers gathered in church to clear-- with St. Blaiej's help--their respiratory tracks. (This ritual is celebrated in the memory of St. Blaiej, who according to his curriculum vitae from the Middle Ages miraculously healed a small girl by a similar

16/VESTNIK—Wednesday, April 15, 1992 method.) We returned from the walls fork at the restaurant in the good old to the main square filled by throngs of USA, especially after tipping a waiter? tourists to buy postcards, few trinkets I could not resist but to ask for the elaborate Jelovnik (menu) from the and ever-so-tasty Yugoslav ice cream.

Shortly afterwards, with all of our Hotel Sveti Stefan--Restoran "Pod group aboard, we returned by our Maslinama" (Restaurant "Under the coach to Hotel Tirena. We did not olive trees"). Now I have a souvenir keep still after a snack; after stepping from Svati Stefan and at the same time out from the hotel we explored a well a corpus delicti of this extraordinary and unheard-of charge! But - as we say trimmed park, "checked out" a well supplied shopping mall and admired in Czech - "Jinx zern - jin6 mravy"! five or six of the very modern hotels in (Different country, different manners!) the neighborhood. Later we went fbr a We headed now towards the Bay of swim to a rocky beach below our Kotor which is located in the southernhotel, where--heavens behold--quite a most part of Yugoslav Adriatic coastfew ladies, swimmers or sun bathers, line. After a short ride on the coastal were topless. In the evening our "triple highway a sharp turn inland brought K" group had a fabulous supper during forth splendid vista, we will never forwhich we were serenaded by a cosget! Here was the world famous Boka tumed 5-member Bosnian orchestra.

Kotorski. (the Bay of Kotor)! The sparOne of their songs had the same mel- kling waters of this huge double bay ody and rhythm as the song of our encircled by the steep mountains are southern Moravia: "Tancuj, tancuj, serenely peaceful and ready to hide, vykrticaj"---. (Dance, Dance, swirl like several times in its turbulent hisaround"---.) Next day (Friday, July 1st tory, a fleet of ships from detection by 1988) we went on the whole day trip the enemy from the sea. (Kotor Bay south through Dubrovnik's Riviera via thus reminded me of a couple of Nora beautiful coastal highway winding wegian Fjords acting on smaller scale partially through Monte Negro, riding similar way in their past.) We traveled past a sea spa Kupari which belonged around these double bays--the finest in to Czechoslovakia before the WWII whole of Europe--to the town of and on to our first pit stop at the anKotor, which is located at the most incient fortified town of Budva, nicely land point. On the road to get there we rebuilt after a strong earth-quake in stopped at the narrows (about 100 feet this part of Yugoslavia in 1976. We across) of the first bay; at the former continued shortly on our journey to the times a heavy chain used to be placed facinating Sveti Stefan. This charming spanning the pass to keep unwanted inplace was at one time a small fishing truders from the inner bay. At these village on a sea rock formation, a short straits, known as the Narrows of distance from the beach. This settle- Verige, are two tiny facinating islets; ment was later abandoned and some the smaller one houses a little chapel years afterwards a monastery was with dwelling for a couple of old nuns, erected there. Today the little isle is the other, slightly larger, contains a connected to the mainland by cause- church with rectory and clusters of evway and transformed into a luxurious ergreen trees. This islet called "Our hotel with pubs and shops, attracting Lady of the Rocks" was built over the tourists from all over the world. The centuries, as part of a religious oath, isle itself is nicely landscaped with a by the inhabitants of the bay area, who maze of walkways and steps. We got had enlarged the huge original flat to its highest point and the view from stone with yearly deposits of addithere, in any direction, was unforgetta- tional rocks. The city of Kotor, a forble! A couple of modern hotels, some tress during the Austro-Hungarian eateries and taverns sprouted on the rule, was badly damaged by earthmainland; close to the beach and quake in 1976. Some buildings were alongside of the causeway, on the nar- rebuilt, others were at different stage row strip of beach, we could not help of reconstruction. We visited a couple but notice several topless sun worship- palaces, two or three churches and ers. Poor monks, wherever they are, city's museum. Near by clock tower they must be turning over in their leans and the clock hands remain on the hour diaster struck. While in graves!

Let me mention at this point the out Kotor's museum I discovered the meof control devaluation of Yugoslav mentos from the mutiny in the Austrocurrency. Although the people of Yu- Hungarian navy during WWI. One of goslavia were taking it philosophically the leaders of the ill-fated event was by adding a zero to the existing prices Josef Ra‘s', the native son of my homeand wages, we and the other foreign town Pierov, in the center of Moravia, visitors were taken aback by the so- in Czechoslovakia. He was executed in called cover charge, a new item of the Kotor. On our way back, while waiting menu--1,000 dinars for the usage of for a ferry to cross the bay, a band of plate, knife and fork--beside a price of Gypsies swarmed around our motor dish or dishes we wanted to order. coach with their handmade wares and (Prices on menu included tip or service a few of us made them a little happier charge already.) Could you imagine for their persistance. dear reader to pay a dollar or two for (To be continued in the next V'stni1t) an usage of plate, spoon, knife and —SPJST-

St. Step

a Is!,

Bernard Czech Singers Receive "Best Vocal Group" Award East

Out of the three finalists in their category, the East Bernard Czech Singers of East Bernard, Texas received the "Best Vocal Group" award from the Texas Polka Music Association during the awards ceremony at the second annual Texas Polka Music Awards Festival held at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds in Rosenberg, Texas on March 15, 1992. The choosing of the awards was accomplished through a combination of processes. Printed ballots from the Texas Polka newspaper were mailed in by the general public.

In addition, separate special ballots were mailed to all musicians and polka disc jockeys. Finally, a special panel assimilated the ballots and rendered a final judgement. The trophy itself is a solid lucite triangle engraved with the words "Texas Polka Music Association -- 1991 Choral Group." It also depicts a musical note with the Texas flag on its stem. The Texas Polka Music Association is a Texas non-profit organization founded in 1990 for the purpose of bringing together the polka loving community; to honor and reward Texas' polka pioneers; and to honor and reward the current musicians of the Texas Polka music industry for preserving and carrying on traditional music and cultural heritage.

The festival was held for three days beginning Friday, March 13 through Sunday, March 15 and featured food, displays, exhibits, arts and crafts, as well as a host of polka bands and entertainers including the Vrazel Polka Band, Jodie Mikula Band, Bobby Jones Czech Band, the Dujka Brothers, the East Bernard Czech Singers, and many more. About 600 to 700 people attended a giant Polka Mass which was held on Sunday, March 15 at 10:00 a.m. with Father George Balasko of Youngstown, Ohio celebrating the Mass: Providing the Polka Mass music for this inspiring service were the East Bernard Czech Singers accompanied

by Harry Czarnek's Texas Dutchmen Band. Father Balasko originated his famous Polka Mass in 1972. He visited the country of Slovenia that year and noticed that the music for the masses in Slovenia were accompanied by the guitar as they were in the folk masses in the United States. Thinking what a shame it was that the lovely Slovenian music was not used to celebrate the Mass, he wrote appropriate religious lyrics to the Slovenian polkas and waltzes and introduced them in Youngstown, Ohio and the Polka Mass was born. The Polka Mass is truly an inspiring service leaving a person with a spirit of happiness and joy.

There were many other entertainers and individuals who received awards.

The "Most Entertaining Band of the Year" award was received by the Bobby Jones Czech Band of Wharton County. Bobby Jones also received the "Polka DJ of the Year" award. B.J. (the Polka DJ) Sablatura from East Bernard, Texas was one of the three finalists in this category. The Dujka Brothers of Tavener, Texas received the "Best Small Musical Group" award. Al Vrazel's Polka Band walked off with the most awards including "Best Band of the Year," "Most Requested Band of the Year" and "Best Song of the Year." An individual award was presented to Al Vrazel for the longest running radio polka show.

Mr. Ted Shaw, one of the weathermen for Channel 2 News of Houston, Texas attended the festival and telecast his 6:00 p.m. news Saturday evening live from the festival. The East Ber-

nard Czech Singers presented him with a "Jak se mas?" bumper sticker and a wooden "Jak se mas?" plaque which he displayed to his audience during his weathercast.

The East Bernard Czech Singers produced their first musical cassette tape in 1986 because they felt the need to contribute toward the perpetuation of their cultural heritage. Since then they have produced three additional cassettes. In February of 1992, a video cassette was produced with the singers appearing as special guests of Harry Czarnek's Texas Dutchmen Band. The singers plan to produce another polka and waltz cassette in late summer of 1992. Their next appearance is at the Rosenberg Czech Fest on May 2, 1992.

Members of the group are Birdie Hlavinka, Marge Hlavinka, Martha Janik, Yvonne Krenek, Georgie Losack, Margie Vacek and Martha Viktorin. For further information write to Route 2, Box 224, East Bernard, Texas 77435 or call 409 335-7907.

Martha Viktorin —SPJST-

Rose Janecek

BeByrne Resident Attains 99 Years Mrs. Rose Janecek was honored on her 99th birthday on Christmas Day, December 25, 1991.

Celebrating began on December 24th when she was surrounded by her children, E.J. and Evelyn Janecek; daughter, Dolores Coufal; grand- children, W.J. and Mary Lou Janecek of Lake Jackson, Jeanenne and Michael Klesel of La Grange; great-grandchildren Megan and Merideth Janecek, Sara and Nicole Klesel.

Mrs. Janecek received many gifts, cards, flowers and other messages of love.

Birthday cake, cup cakes, variety of homemade cookies, candies, dips, and chips, was served to the staff, guests, relatives and friends, all day.

Mrs. Janecek enjoys her family, friends and loves to sing and talks about the good days of dancing and any outdoor activities.

Better known to everyone as "Big Mama," Mrs. Janecek, a lifelong member of SPJST Lodge No. 68 - Nelsonville, was presented a Certificate of Appreciation for outliving her policy in 1989. She was a member of many organizations until her confinement with arthritis. She is a member of the Nelsonville Brethren Church.

Mrs. Janecek, one of 14 children, was born in Nelsonville, Texas. She has only one sister living. She was married to Mr. Edwin Janecek for 50 years. They lived together until his untimely death on November 16, 1964.

(Submitted by Dolores Coufal) —SPJST-

PODPORA

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15. dubna 1992

ROtNiK 80 eiSLO 16 penelni obnos na podporu katedry eeskeho jazyka, literatury a kultury pfi Texaske universite v Austinu od nadace Arnolda J. a Irenky B. Kociirkovych ze San Antonia, Tx. astka 25 tisic dolarft je peknYm pfispevkem ke zvYgeni celkovdho obnosu na katedru a na vyueovani eeskeho jazyka a kultury ye state.

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Kocurkovi pochazi, dale nadace podPfijali jsme eleny: Jackie Green, poruje statni ikolu v San Antoniu, Opal Lee Murphy, Douglas Sodek, seminal. Nanebevzeti Panny Marie a Lindsay Coffee, Lori Tarick, domov ditchodcu pro vyslouEle Catherine Tarick a Ruby L. Leuellen. feholni sestry fadu Bo is i Prozfetelnosti.

Tajemnice Dolores gkrabanek Pan Kocftrek ode gel na pensi jako pfeeetla protokol a byl pfijat tak, jak vicepresident v feditelske rade' u firmy byl napsan.

Rauscher Pierce Refsnes, Inc. v San Zpravy tifednikft byly dobre a Antoniu, kde nyni pomaha jako odmistopfedseda k nam promluvil, ze naS' bornY poradce. Zaeal svoji karieru u piknik bude 7. es ervna 1992. Jidlo bude teto firmy jako pro davae v roce 1934 a v 11 hodin, stinky (booths) se otevfou postoupil easem na misto pfednosty o 1 hodinu a jinx zabava bude celd ododdeleni pro nakup cennYch a poledne. investie'nich papirft.

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Katedra eeskeho jazyka, literatury a Pet elenu, ktefi jsou 50 let eleni, bylo kultury byla zalaena v roce 1990, kdy pfitomni: Elizabeth Mikulag , Ace Ceska vzdelavaci nadace statu Texas Chalpek, Delores Skrabanek, Lester dala Texaske universite v Austin zavPomekal a Leon ZavodnST a 3, ktefi danek 500 tisic dolarft nasbiranSrch nebyli pfitomni: Sandra Carver, Diana pomoci jedno tlivcti a spolkil v Texasu, Watson a Calvin Chalpek. po cele Americe a Kanade. Universita VYherce pfi hledani vajfeek byli Bill pfispela k teto eastce, take celkovST Childers, Johnny Kleeka, Woodrow obnos vzrostl na 750 tisic dolarft.

Marek, Lucy Mihatsch, Albert KoslovNadace se nyni rozhodla z yST git a skS7 a Harry Gersbach. zaokrouhlit eastku pro podporu Na listku nemocnYch jsou Raymond katedry ee gtiny na rovnY jeden milion Mikeska a Anna Junek. dolarn.

Pfigti schuze bude 3. kvetna 1992 ye Pfispevek man2elii KocArkoch je 2 hodiny a budeme zase mid svaeinku dobrYm pfikladem obetavosti nagincu po schuzi. k povzbuzeni narodm'ho uvedomeni Mejte se radi, naiich krajanii v Texasu Emily Stuteville prostfednictvim znalosti ee gtiny. Bylo Ceska dopisovatelka. by dobre, aby se naglo mnoho dalgich jednotlivc-ft, spolku i klubu, ktere by mohly pfispet k obeta vosti manklu KocArkovYch. Pfispdvky pene2ite posilejte na adresu pokladniho nadace na tuto adresu: CEFT TREASURY c/o Mr. Ben Trealek, Jr., Rt. 3, Box manielit Kociirkovkh na podporu 111-A, Caldwell, TX. 77836 a ieky 'ee g tiny v Texasu Ceska vzdelavaci nadace statu vyplriujte na CEFT. V soueasnd dobe Texas, znama pod zkratkou CEFT, se jedna jenom o nekolik desftek tisic Czech Educational Foundation of dolarti a nadace tak spinf svuj zavazek Texas, obdfiela nedavno znae0 na dopineni eastky na rovnSt je den

Oddil Dopisovatelu

SPJST kid tisk) 47, Seaton

Obetava pmoc nadace

milion dolartl. Napiite take o mosinem daru v podobe nemovitosti, cennSrch papirii a podobt4ch cennosti, ktere mohou bSrt promeneny v dolary a tim nabSrt hodnoty pro tento Proto vy, ktefi midete pomoci, podpate nezigtne usili nadace prave v techto poslednich krocich k cili. Nejen nage zijici generate, ale a pfigti pokoleni vam budou vdeena.

Jan Vaculik, dopisovatel CEFT.

Oznameni kandidatury na pozici gefredaktora Vestniku Mill bratti a mile sestry, Z hlubokdho pfesvedeeni a pocitu potfeby jsem se rozhodl oznamit svoji kandidatura na misto gefredaktora Vestniku. Pokud budu svolen, slibuji nade vie, 2e budu spravedlivST a eestny ke viem elentim Spoleenosti, nehlede na osobni dftsledky, pfekany natlak, kteremu budu vystaven.

Jakoito gefredaktor budu vgemolne usilovat o podporu cilii a zajmil nail Spolee'nosti a jejich elenu. Po temei 80 let pomaha Vestnik Medlin SPJST porozumet, co je obsahem einnosti nail Spoleenosti, a v glepuje jim hrdost na jeji bohatST odkaz. Aby Vestnik pfeill a nadale vzkvetal, musi si udriet vysokou kvalitu clanku, ktere musi bYt obsahove dobfe podlolene a zajimave, aby uspokojovaly etenafe viech vekovYch kategorii.

V pfitomne dobe, vlastnim a vedu podnik v Templu, kte0 se zabrva publickaeni einnosti. Pfedtim jsem piisobil jako vedouci komunikaenihu oddeleni Narodni druhtevni banky (National Bank for Cooperatives) v Denveru, Colorado. Zizkal jsem titul bakalafe umeni v novinalstvi na Texaske univerzite v Austinu. Kdy2 jsem studoval na UT, byl jsem gdfredaktorem kolejni roeenky, presidentem Ceskeho klubu a presidentem Spoleenosti professionalnich novinatft.

Moje man'telka, Joan, i ja jsme eleny poboeky 24, Cyclone. Clenem SPJST jsem po 32 let a v soueasnosti pOsobim jako zpravodaj a 'Oen pfedsednictva v poboece 24.

Dekuji Vam za Vaii podporu.

S bratskym pozdravem Vag, Brian Allen Vanieek

110 let od timrti Frant.

Matouge Klicela Prvni Cast Zepsal John J. Karas z Houstonu.

Filosof, spisovatel a basnik Franti gek Matoui Klacel se narodil na eeskomorayskem pomezi v Ceske Tfebovd 7. dubna 1808. (Vetgine etenafft je jiste znamo, 2e mestu Ceske Tfebove takfka sousedi uhledne mesto Morayska Tfebova piivodne na moray yske Vysoeiny).-skdtranCeskomra Z obliby k rodnemu mestu Ceske Tiebove Klacel pouEl k sve literarn1

einnosti jak tehdy bylo v mode -pseudonymu (kryciho jmena) Franti gek TfebovskSr; pozdeji psal pod jmenem sveho pfitele lui'icko srbskeho spisovatele J.P. Jordana.

Srbove (v Texasu znami jmenem Wends) fiji v Dolni a Horni ktere obe patfily k eeskemu kralovstvi do 30 lets \talky. Horni a Dolni Lidice se nachazi v nynejgim VSTchod. Nemecku, severne od eeskSTch hranic. Pfime sousedstvi s Cechami a naddle kulturni styky pfedstavitelft Lu2'icktch Srbfi zabranily totalni germanizaci Horni a Dolni Lu'2'ice na rozdil od Polabs14ch a BaltskSrch Slovanti, po kterych zfistaly v dneinim Nemecku jen nazvy nekteOch mest a zeme'pisnYch oblasti. -MladST Klacel absolvoval stfedogkolska studia na proslulem piaristickem gymnasiu v Litomy gli, kde pak studoval na tamej gi koleji v ramci umeni a humanismu filosofii. Klacel se orientoval k hlubiimu studiu teto vedy vlivem profesora litomyilske koleje Boniface Buzka, kte0 byl stoupencem Bernarda Bolzana, pfedstavitele tehdejii filosofie, profesora a kaplana na pra is ske universite. Bolzano byl po patnactilete einnosti v roce 1820 zbaven profesury jelikoz pry vgtepoval v mysl tehdej gich studenta hereticke nauky filosoftl Fridricha von Schellinga a Fridricha Vilema Hegla.

(Klacela potkal pozdeji podobnY OM.) Po studiu v Litomy gli Frantigek Matoui Klacel vstoupil do augustinianskeho radii a nadale pokraeoval ve studiu filosofie v Brne, kde v roce 1833 byl vysvecen na kneze. Vroce 1835 se stal profesorem filosofie ale brzy se dostal pro sve hegelovske nazory do konfliktu s cirkevnimi pfedstaviteli a byl v roce 1844 vyloueen z filosofickd fakulty. Klacel ode gel pak z Brna do Prahy a potom do Libechova u Melnika, kde se stal vychovatelem.

Jeho nekomromisni nazory v otazkach filosofie pfispely k tomu, '1e litomefickS7 biskup zafidil, ze tento nebezpecny hegelovec byl opet izolovan v Brice za klagternimi zdmi.

Boufliv y' rok 1848, kterST otfas1 absolutismem a cenzurou takfka v cele Evrope, smetl v Rakousku vgemocneho Metternicha a pfinesl pfechodnd politicks uvolneni na tizemi rakonskeho cisafstvi. Rok 1848 pfinesl zadostueineni i Frant. M. Klacelovi, kterST se horlive zapojil do politickStch akci smefujicich pfedev g im k rovnopravnosti Slovanu v rakouske figi. Klacel byl &Icy sqm politickSrm schopnostem elenem Narodniho vYboru v roce 1848 a tek' organizatorem Slovanskeho sjezdu.

Proti germanizaenim snaham brftenskeho biskupa Schaffgotsche v ponerneendm Brne Franti gek Matoui Klacel zalohl Narodni jednotu sv.

Cyrila a Metodkje jako stfedisko Ceske politicks price na Morave. V tuto dobu byl tee redaktorem Tydeniku, kterSi vydaval jeho pfitel Jan Ohdral, a MorayskSich Novin, ktere vychazely v letech 1848-1852. V roce 1850 Klacel zalo2i1 k uskuteeriovani svYch filosofickSTch idealii k zlep geni lidskd spoleenosti Ceskomorayske bratrstvo, jeho ileny se stalo mnoho vStznanStch

18/VESTNIK-15. dubna 1992 tehdej giho vefejneho iivota jako na pf. filosof Ignac Hanu g, vlasteneckk lekaf Jan Helcelet a znama spisovatelka Boiena Nemcova. Toto bratrstvo bohtdel nemelo dlouheho trvanf bylo stejn'e jako Klacelovy Morayske Noviny i fada jinkch publikaci a spolkft trnem v oku znovunastolenemu despotickemu absolutismu, jehoi pfedstavitelem byl smutne proslulk Alexander Bach (1813-1892). Tento piivodce represalif proti nespokojencum tehde$Ich narodnostnich, politickkch i socialnich pomerft byl v bouflivem roce 1848 rakouskkm ministrem spravedlnosti a pak v letech 1849-59 ministrem vnitra Rakouska-Uherska. Tenhle antagoista idei rovnopravnosti nagich predkil i ostatnich Slovanii v habsburskem imperiu ucinii behem 10 let rych1ST konec vgem nadejim vedoucich eeskeho lidu ye spravedlive vyfegeni narodnich snah a tukb obyvatelstva stare vlasti obnovenim absolutismu die rad a pokyrth v zakulisi naddle "panujiclho" Metternicha.

Behem stale rostouci tyranie Fr. M. Klacel sepsal nekolik filosofickkch tivah a fadu basnl. Nadale psal elanky do novin a pfekladal dune knihy, pfedevgim z anglickeho jazyka.

Nejvice znamSr z techto pfekladit je "Strkc Tomag neboli Obrazy za iivota eernkch otrok0 v Americe." Klacel byl podobne jako Karel HavWeek a jini pfedstavitele eeskeho politicko-narodnostniho hnuti dobfe obeznamen s americkkmi pomery pfedev g im z popisu zku g enosti bSivalkch spolupracovnikti co se do Ameriky vystehovali. Klacel sdflel tyto poznatky jil v roce 1849 s Bcdenou Nemcovou, znamou spisovatelkou slavne Babieky, s kterou byl ve velmi pfatelskem styku.

Par vet z pisemnostl zachovankch v pozAstalosti teto vynikajici spisovatelky ukazuje, ze i Boiena Nemcova, znechucena stale rostouci opresi, vaIne pomk glela na vystehovani do Ameriky. V dopisu psanem v roce 1856 svemu synu Karlovi plge Nemcova toto: "V Americe je hodne a tak je to tei nage zeme protok tam iiji fide mluvid eesky, dbalf nagich zvykft---." V roce 1858 Boiena Nemcova psala profesoru Aloisi Vojtechovi Semberovi, eeskemu literarnimu historikovi mimo jine toto: "Vypada to, 2e nezbva mi nic jineho nez odjet do Ameriky a ueit ye gkole ye Wisconsinu aekoliv to bude teae rozhodnuti---."

Rostouci politicks persekuce jen zvygovala kontrast mezi svobodou v Americe a titlakem doma pod habsburskkm panstvim. K tomuto zahy vgeobecnemu poznatku pfispel prvni moderni Slovnik Nauenk z roku 1860. Tato moderni eeska encyklopedie vydand Frant. L. Riegrem a J. Malkin mela mnoho kulturnich, politickkch a ekonomickkch stall zabkvajicimi se Spojenkmi Staty zdfirazilujic tamej gi politickou a nabo2enskou svobodu. Ac vydavatel teto encyklopedie Frant. Ladislav Rieger, vedouci pfedstavitel Ceske kultury a eeskkch politickkch snah, nemohl otevfene pran“ovat nesvobodu a poddanost mnoha cirkevnich Cinnitelu nenavidenkm

Habsburktlm, tak kaidemu, kdo dovedl eisti mezi ladky, bylo jasnkm, ze Riegrovo zdfirazilovani vgestranne svobody ye Spojenkch Statech skrkva kriticky dule2itou otazku: Pros nemide podobna situace existovat ye stare vlasti?"

Stale se zvy gujici Bachova rakce pfinutila Klacela ji g v roce 1853 vratit se do klagtera, kde pfitom pusobil tesi jako vychovatel. V roce 1869 ye Frantigek Matoug Klacel vystehoval do Ameriky aby mohl pokraeovat v literarni i narodnostne politicks prate, ktera mu byla ye stare vlasti znemoinena. Podobne ueinili i aktivni pracovnici k rovnopravnosti eeskeho naroda jelikoi nechteli neeinne prihlizet znovu se vracejicim nespravedlnostem Rakousko-Uherskeho reiimu a navic i vystavit se 2aldfovani pro sva pfesvedeeni.

PokraEovini v phltsim Vestniku.

Ueme se eesky Let Us Study Czech!

Lekce desati—Lesson No. 10 t TEA—READING Read the following exercises and words out LOUD with your parents or friends.

Student a studentka Pavel je student. Vera je studentka.

Pavel a Vera jsou studenti. Pavel nema per°, ale Vera ma per°. Dnes Karel neni ye gkole. On je doma. Ma rkmu.

Nag ueitel dava pozor kdy'l pi geme na tabuli. On void na Vern: "Nedelej chybu! Pi g spravne!" Zitra je svatek.

Studenti budou doma. My ta 'name svatek.

Slovnieek—Vocabulary Pavel— Paul Vera— Vera Karel— Charles vas— your kdki— when chyba— error studentka— student (fem.) studenti— students dnes— today zitra— tomorrow neni— isn't svatek— holiday volati— to call

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davati— to give rSrma— cold nag— our spravne— correctly pig !— write! budou— will be (3rd. person pl.) pigeme— we write dava pozor— pays attention Nedelej chybu— Don't make an error!

Mluvnice— Grammar 1. The First Conjugation The verbs that belong to the first conjugation generally end in "ati". In the above vocabulary there are two such verbs, "davati" and "volati". To conjugate them we take off the ending "ati" and add the verbal endings as follows: davati— to give Singular 1st person: davam— give 2nd person: dava g— you give 3rd person: dava— he, she, or it gives Plural (Warne— we give davate— you give davajf— they give 2. The negative verb in Czech is formed by prefixing the particle "ne" before the verb.

Example: "ne" plus the conjugation of "bkti", to be.

Singular 1st person: nejsem— I am not 2nd person: nejsi— you are not 3rd person neni— he, she, or it is not.

Plural nejsme— we are not nejste— you are not nejsou— they are not Note that the third person singular is different. It is "neni" instead of the expected form "neje" Homework 1. Read aloud the reading exercise several times and translate it.

2. Copy the vocabulary into your notebook and memorize it.

3. Conjugate the verb "volati".

4. Review all of the previous lessons that have appeared in the Vestnik.

Pohadka Byl jeden kral, ten daval bal, prigly mygky, zapiskaly, pavouekove tancovali.

Pfibeh kocour velikk tu byl konec muziky, mygky se vam utekly, sup— do dirky utekly.

—SPJSTLearn

Czech With U

58th lesson. Verbal Prefixes. v-: motion or direction inside Vegel do mistnosti.— He entered the room. Sekretafka dopsala dopis a vloNla ho do °balky.— The secretary finished the letter and put it into the envelope. Tetieka vzala kostku cukru a vhodila ji do galku.— Auntie took a lump of sugar and dropped (threw) it

into the cup. Je gte jednou pfeeetl napsank text a vepsal dve nebo tfi opomenuta slova.— He read the typed text through once again and filled in two or three omitted words. Mechanik vmontoval motor do auta.— The mechanic fitted the engine in the car. V okamfiku vkbuchu nevnimala viibec nic (compare: piijimat).— In the moment of explosion she perceived nothing at all. Vmyslete (viljte) se do me situace.— Try to understand my situation (to see yourself in my position). vy-: a) motion out, forward Auto vyjelo z gara ge.— The car drove out of the garage. Lekafi mu museli vyoperovat Euenik.— The doctors had to take out (operate) his gall-bladder.

Muj pradedeeek se vystehoval z tech na konci 19. stoleti. — My great grandfather emigrated from Bohemia at the end of 19th century. Trener dal signal a zavodnici vybehli.— The trainer gave a signal and the runners started. b) motion above, up Koeka vyskoeila na The cat jumped up on the chair. Potapee si prohledl vrak a potom vyplaval nahoru.— The diver inspected the wrecked ship and came up. c) to complete an action by filling sth. or covering all the inside walls Pokoj vymalovali modfe.— They painted the room blue. Krabici vylohla hedvabrikm papirem. — She faced the box with soft tissue-paper. Otec dal zastfeleneho orla vycpat.— The father had the shot eagle stuffed. Vaclayske namesti bylo nove vydlaldeno.— The Wenceslas Square was newly paved. d) to cancel the preceding action Vypni tu televizi, prosim — Switch off the TV, please! e) sudden start of an action (often sounds) Kdyl uvidela mrtve telo, straglive vyktikla. — Having seen the corpse she gave a terrific cry. f) to win, gain sth.

Kolik vydelavag? — How much do you earn? Mladk autor vyhral v soutai prvni cenu. — A young author won the first prize in the competition. g) only perfective meaning; complete consumption, destruction Studna vyschla. — The well ran dry.

U2 jsme vysvitili v gechny baterky. — We have used up all the batteries in our flash-lamps. Celt' den jsme byli bez jidla a tak jsme pofadne vyhladoveli.

— We haven't eaten all the day, so we got terribly hungry. h) with se: satisfaction from a (thoroughly) completed action; do ssth. till one is contended Ta stall pant je celk den sama a tak se k nam chodi nekdy veeer vypovidat. — The old lady lives alone and so she comes sometimes to tell us of all her troubles. Kdk1 jsme se vynadivali na tu krasu, iii jsme dale. — Having looked long enough on all those beautiful things, we went on.

JAN HOLUB

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Wednesday, April 15, 1992-VESTNIK/19

SPJST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, Apr. 17-Good Friday (Closed) Sunday, Apr. 19-Marek Family Day Friday, Apr. 24-Social, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Apr. 25-Knapek's Reunion *** LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK (All local lodge meetings held 1st Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings, 6:30 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX Saturday, Apr. 18-Emotions (Lodge Meeting every 3rd Sunday, 2 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS (Lodge meeting every 2nd Sunday, 3 p.m.; Hall rental/dance information: call Audrey McCall 817-593-2321) *** LODGE NO. 17, NEW TABOR Saturday, Apr. 25-Hosting Lodge State Horseshoe Tournament (Monthly meeting on first Sunday of every month, 2 p.m.; youth meeting also first Sunday of every month, 3 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Saturday, Apr. 18-King Of Swing, 8-12 Sunday, Apr. 26-LeeRoy Matocha, 4-8 Sunday, May 10-BATTLE DANCE, 3-8; New Addition vs. Jerry Haisler Saturday, May 16-King of Swing, 8-12 Sunday, May 17-BATTLE DANCE, 3-8; Central Texas Sounds vs. Bobby Jones Sunday, May 24-May Fete, 3 p.m.; music by Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six; Public Dance, 5-9 Sunday, May 31-BATTLE DANCE, 3-8; Tony Janak vs. Zetka's Czech Band (Most of our Saturday Night Dances are held from 8:30 to 12:30) *** LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Saturday, Apr. 18-NO DANCE Saturday, Apr. 25-Private Wedding *** LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Saturday, Apr. 25-Private Party Sunday, Apr. 26-Crisp Cemetery Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, May 2-Polka Festival; Lee Roy Matocha Orch., 2:15-6:45; Mikula Orch., 7:15-12:00 Sunday, May 3-Polka Festival; Vrazel Polka Band, 1-5:30 Saturday, May 23-Private Party Saturday, May 30-Private Party Saturday, June 6-Vrazel's 30th Anniversary at SPJST Lodge No. 25, 8:30-12:30 Sunday, June 7-Trojacek Reunion (Regular Meeting 2nd Thursday of each month, 8 p.m.; Youth Club meets every first Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. For reservations or hall rentals, call Alicia Honza, (214) 875-8359 or Linda Trojacek, (214) 875-6321)

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LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Sunday, May 3-May Fete (Lodge 29 Adult Meeting every 2nd Sunday, 4 p.m.; Youth Club Meeting, 5 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, Apr. 18-Night Fall Saturday, Apr. 25-Laredo *** LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN (All meetings will be held at the lodge on the last Sunday of each month at 2:00 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Monday, Apr. 20-Regular Monthly Meeting after social games Saturday, May 2-Louise Independent School Board Election Monday, May 18-Regular Monthly Meeting after Social Games Saturday, May 30-Elkins Wedding (Games every Monday night, 7:30 p.m.; Games License No. 3000-72-8240-0) *** LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Friday, Apr. 17-Family Night Games/Food Saturday, Apr. 18-NO DANCE; Happy Easter Monday, Apr. 20-Board Meeting Saturday, Apr. 25-Pechal-Machicek Wedding; Vrazel Polka Band Saturday, May 2-Country Showman (C/W) Saturday, May 9-Eddie Ray tC/W) Saturday, May 16-El Campo Melody Boys (C/W-P/W)

Sunday, May 17-MAY FETE DANCE; music

by Silver Spur Band (C/W) Saturday, May 23-The Texans (C/W) Saturday, May 30-Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six (C/W-P/W) All Saturday dance, 8-12; for information contact Louis J. Kohutek, (817) 983-2261; Hall, (817) 985-2548) LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA Friday, Apr. 17-Social Games (Every third Friday of the month is Game Night)

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LODGE NO. 51, ELLINGER Monday, June 22-Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m. * 4.*

LODGE NO. 54, WEST Saturday, May 23-Private Wedding Sunday, May 24-Tokio School Reunion, 2-5 p.m.

Friday, June 5-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.; also honoring 50-year members Saturday, June 6-Vanek Reunion Saturday, June 13-RVOS #46 Family Day Sunday, June 14-Ambulance Fish Fry Saturday, June 20-Private Wedding Sunday, July 12-RVOS #47 Family Day *** LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, Apr. 18-Cherokee Rose Saturday, Apr. 25-Private Wedding Sunday, Apr. 26-Hosting District Ill Spring Meeting Saturday, May 2-Cherokee Rose Friday, May 8-Cherokee Rose Saturday, May 9-Texas Sugar Monday, May 11-Social Night, 7 p.m.; bring snacks Saturday, May 16-Private Wedding Friday, May 22-Kirk Lewis - No Holding Back Band Saturday, May 23-Jerry Haisler and The Melody Five Saturday, May 30-Cherokee Rose *** LODGE NO. 73, SEYMOUR Sunday, Apr. 26-Hosting District IV Annual Meeting at Housing Authority Bldg., Seymour; a noon meal will be served, please respond number of members from lodges who plan to attend the event *** LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY Saturday, May 16-Dance; music by Jeff Boyd and Colt "45" Band (Lodge business meetings held 1st Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m.; Game nights every Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Permit #1-751052324 . 8; Kitchen will be open) *** LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL (Hall Location: 5502 Kostoryz Rd., Corpus Christi; 512 .852-9042; Public Invited) (SPJST Lodge meeting held at 2 p.m. on third Sunday of each month, unless notified otherwise) •** LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND Saturday, Apr. 25-King of Swing Dance, 812 Monday, Apr. 27-American Legion Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 2-SUPER GAMES, 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 3-Monthly Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, May 9-Rohlack-Pajestka Wedding Reception Sunday, May 17-Annual Lodge #80 Picnic Friday, May 22-High School Graduation Saturday, May 23-King of Swing Dance, 812 Monday, May 25-American Legion Meeting, 7 p.m.

(Game Night every Thursday, 7 p.m. #SP1-74615-1395-8; AL-3.00061-9887-0) *1* LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Saturday, Apr. 18-Easter Weekend (NonMember Rental) Monday, Apr. 20-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 25-Member Rental Saturday, May 2-Non-Member Rental Saturday, May 9-Non-Member Rental Saturday, May 16-DANCE ALPEN MUZI KANTEN Monday, May 18-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 Saturday, May 23-Non-Member Rental Sunday, May 24-Benefit Dance/Dinner, 3 p.m.; music by Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra Saturday, May 30-Non-Member Rental

Saturday, June 6-Dance; Czech Harvesters Sunday, June 7-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.; Social following (Members, please bring finger food) Saturday, June 20-Dance; Double Shot (C/W) *** LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Friday, Apr. 17-Buddy Kirk, Big Band Sound; DRESS CODE Saturday, Apr. 18-Texas Dutchmen (Polkatime) Saturday, Apr. 25-Jack Melick -The Piano Man" - Big Band Music; DRESS CODE Friday, May 1-Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, May 2-Manny Green, Big Band Music; DRESS CODE Saturday, May 9-Donnie Wavra, (Polka/Variety) Saturday, May 16-Knights of Dixie (Ballroom/VarietY) Saturday, May 23-Bobby Jones Sunday, May 24-"Tea Dance," Big Band; music by John Sullivan, 4-8; DRESS CODE Saturday, May 30-Gus Lindemann (Ballroom/Variety) (Kitchen open for Saturday Night Dances; every Thursday Games -- 7:15 p.m. - Early Bird Special; 7:45 p.m. Regular Games; License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001) *** LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, Apr. 26-FREE DANCE sponsored

by SPJST Lodge 92; music by Cen-Tex Polka Band of Fort Worth, 3-7 Saturday, May 2-Dance sponsored by North Texas Polonia Club; music by Country Boys of Ennis, 8:30-12:30 Saturday, May 16-Dance sponsored by SPJST Lodge 92; music by Mikula Band of Ennis, 8:30-12:30.

(Stardust Ballroom presents ballroom dancing every Friday, 9-12:30; DRESS CODE; 624-1361; 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 (Lodge 130 monthly meetings will be held on the 3rd Monday of the month in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd St., Dallas.) *4.* LODGE NO. 133, SAN ANTONIO Sunday, Apr. 19-No Lodge Meeting due to Easter Weekend; next Meeting in May *** LODGE NO. 135, ENNIS Saturday, May 2-Polka Festival Saturday, May 3-Polka Festival *** LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON Sunday, May 3-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. (Date changed due to Mother's Day) (Hall rentals for wedding or party; call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Sunday, Apr. 19-Easter Picnic at the hall, 6500 Boat Club Road; Doors Open, II a.m.: Lunch, 1-2 p.m.; Egg Hunt, 3 p.m.; Each Family to bring food and one dozen colored eggs

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LODGE NO. 161, JOURDANTON Sunday, June 14-Lodge Meeting, 11:45 a.m. at Juliano's Restaurant - Jourdanton; also a complimentary meal will be served

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LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, Apr. 18-Heart of Texas (C/W) Saturday, Apr. 25-Little Bit of Texas (C/W) Saturday, May 2-Chaparral (C/W) Saturday, May 9-The Boot Leg Band (C/W) Saturday, May 16-River Road Boys (C/W) Saturday, May 23-Texas Throwdown (C/W) Saturday, May 30-The Moonriders (C/W) *** LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, Apr. 18-Fire Creek Saturday, Apr. 25-Texas Tradition Saturday, May 2-Debonaires Saturday, May 9-Full House Saturday, May 16-Fire Creek Saturday, May 23-Jed Durbin Saturday, May 30-Back Roads (Lodge meeting second Wednesday of each month 7:30 p.m.; Game Night on Tuesday, 7 p.m.; Lic. #74-204-22390) *** LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON (Lodge meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Warrenton Store; social hour and meal follows. The meat is furnished and members bring dishes) * ex*

LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON Saturday, Apr. 18-Easter -- NO DANCE Saturday, Apr. 25-Treadin' Water Saturday, May 2-Rough Country Saturday, May 9-Eighty Proof Saturday, May 16-Cross Fire Saturday, May 23-Treadin' Water Saturday, May 30-Mountain Creek

(All Saturday Night Dances; 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Lodge Membership Monthly Meetings; first Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m.; Trustees' Meetings, same date, 6:30 p.m.) *1* LODGE NO. 183, ARLINGTON (All dances, 8:30-12:30 at 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington; 817/465-8538; or 817/274-3837, or 214/263-5915) *** LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL Sunday, Apr. 19-Hosting District I Spring Meeting (Lodge meeting on 2nd Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m.; Social Games, 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday; Kitchen/Bar Open; License Permit #1-7420733095-41002)

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LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, Apr. 17-Texas Fever Saturday, Apr. 18-People's Choice Friday, Apr. 24-TBA Saturday, Apr. 25-Lonesome Dove (Friday Night Dances, 8-12 p.m.; Saturday Night Dances, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.)

(Private Party room available; call 2558157) *** LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE (Game times: Sunday, 2 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m.; Lodge monthly meetings on 1st Monday, 7:30 p.m.) ***

CHS Meeting Held in Rowena The Czech Heritage Society of the Concho Valley met Sunday, March 29, 1992 at SPJST Lodge No. 49 Hall in Rowena. Members from Runnels, Concho and Tom Green Counties met at 2:30 p.m. Robert Mikeska presided at the meeting. Secretary Nancy Day read the minutes of our previous meeting; with a minor correction, the minutes were accepted.

Three new members joined our chapter, namely, State CHS President Robert Janak of Beaumont, Frances Holly of Hallettsville and Toni Schroeder of Lowake. We welcome them and thank them for their interest in our Society.

We trust they will be able to attend our quarterly meetings. We now have 21 paid memberships. Fourteen members and two visitors attended the Sunday meeting.

Secretary Day reported on the agenda for the State meeting held in Deanville on April 11th. Several members are planning on attending.

President Mikeska has an Austin County Census listing Czech settlers in the mid-1800s. Many immigrants disembarking in Galveston settled in Austin County. This census will be an aid to people tracing their genealogy.

President Mikeska appointed Nancy Day, chairman, of a survey of Czech settlers in the Concho Valley. Vice President Louis Kokes, and President Robert Mikeska volunteered to help Secretary Day identify Czech names.

An interest in learning the Czech language was expressed by members.

Since we meet only four times a year, the classes would be ineffective. Concho County Director Stanley Broz said Tom Green County as well as Runnels and Concho Counties' members are interested. He suggested an instructor be found to hold classes (non-credit) at Angelo State University. He said SPJST would contribute toward the cost, and prospective students could help pay the teacher. All those interested, please contact Director Broz, or President Robert Mikeska.

The Runnels County Ethnic Festival will be held April 24th and 25th in Ballinger. Louis Kokes will ride in the parade advertising our Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society.

Our next meeting will be held here on Saturday, June 27th at 2:30 p.m. in SPJST Lodge No. 49 Hall in Rowena.

Pauline Shiller, Reporter -SPJST-

tX—Wednesday, April 15, 1992

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