Vestnik 1993 01 27

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF FRATERNALISTS"

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

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Organ Of The Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas, Founded 1897 BROTHERHOOD

HUMANITY

BENEVOLENCE

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 January 27, 1993 ISSN-07458800

VOLUME 81 NUMBER 4

Local Lodge Workshop to Address Teamwork

Final Listing of Contributors to 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive

Lodge officers and other interested members encouraged to attend The Seventh Annual Local Lodge Workshop will be held on Saturday, March 13, 1993 at Lodge No. 177, Academy. The time will be from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. with a complimentary noon meal to all attending.

Here is a synopsis of the program:

The Magic of SPJST Membership A Little Commitment

Equals Big Benefits 9-10 a.m

Complimentary coffee and kolaches 10-12 p.m.

Program 12-1 p.m.

Complimentary catered meal 1-3 p.m.

Program The first part of our workshop will review the benefits of belonging to SPJST and identify the responsibilities of SPJST membership. We will be working to identify ways for members to build teamwork and to ensure the success of local lodges and the SPJST. Many of the outstanding ideas that emerged during last year's workshop will be incorporated into this segment of the program by our Seminar Leader Laurie Moore.

Ms. Moore, who has more than twenty years of advertising, marketing and management experience, has presented programs for the Texas Fraternal Congress and has received some outLaurie Moore standing reviews.

The Supreme Lodge believes that her enthusiasm and knowledge of her subject matter will inspire all of us in attendance to leave this workshop with a more welldefined plan to lead the SPJST to new heights.

After lunch, the remainder of the workshop will address topics that are of concern to our membership. We will keep you concerned of these issues via the Vestnik.

All of the presentations will be informal. Lodge No. 177, Academy has graciously donated the use of their lodge hall for the meeting. The Supreme Lodge has authorized payment of mileage for one car per lodge.

We have now held six local lodge workshops, each coordinated by a different Supreme Lodge officer. Many favorable comments have been received on previous workshops. The Home

"We will be working to identify wa s to ensure t success o I/ local lodges...

Office will do everything possible to make this a productive learning experience.

Please notify me with any constructive ideas that you may have so that we can incorporate them into the program schedule.

We look forward to seeing you on March 13, 1993.

Fraternally,

Bernard M. Gebala Project Coordinator Vice President

The following names represents the final listing of contributors to the 1992 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive. With the combined resources of the Memorial Scholarship Fund, the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive and the contribution given by the Supreme Lodge, this spring we will be awarding 84 $500 scholarships, for a total of $42.000, Once again, thank you. May your year be filled with good health, prosperity, wisdom and the generosity to share our blessings with others who are less fortunate.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky State FAC

Contributors Richard Pokladnik Billie Boatman Thelma Field Mr. Marie Sykora Edgar Popp Mrs. Ben Boriskie Harvey La Flamme Luvina Holec Joe and Mary Ann Kozel Allen G. Sirocka Viola Kutac Mildred Blahuta Willie Mae Broz Frances Vrana

(Continued on Page Three)

—SPJST-

Member achieves grand age of 96

SPJST recognizes Alba Kopecky Hejl Mrs. Alba Kopecky Hejl, a member of of SPJST Lodge No. 47, Seaton, and a resident of Katy, Texas, reached the grand age of 96 on December 31, 1992. Her husband, Jerry E. Hejl, deceased in 1964, was a long-time SPJST ember in El Campo. Texas. Her family includes a daughter, Jerrie Collins of Houston, a son, James E. Hejl of Ft. Worth, deceased in 1992, six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and one surviving sister, Ludma Kopecky of Austin.

Alba Kopecky married her husband on April 16, 1922 in a double wedding ceremony in which her sister, Lillie Kopecky, mar-

tied Jerry's brother, John B. Hejl.

Their first chi:dren, both hoys,were born just 12 days apart in 1923.

A graduate of Sam Houston Normal Institute, Alba taught Alba Kopecky Hejl school with her sister, Lillie, in Temple, where they met their future husbands. Alba and Jerry moved

from Temple to El Campo in 1936 with their two children, where she taught in a tworoom, two-teacher school. She also worked as a librarian and did various baby-sitting jobs. She always loved children and had a special rapport with them. She enjoyed receiving letters from her "adopted" families during the years she lived in Temple, where she moved following the death of her husband in 1964. She loved baking and cooking—and, as anyone can attest, made the best kolaches ever. She quilted in her youth, and during the 1930s was active in the choir and waft( of the Seaton Brethren church.

Alba Hejl was from a family of eleven children, horn to parents who came to America from Czechoslovakia in the mid 1800s. Her mother, Josephine Malinak Kopecky, believed strongly in education.

Nine of the Kopecky children finished higher educations and taught school in Texas for a total of 150 years.

Alba lived from 1980 to 1984 with her daughter. Following a stroke in 1984, she went to live at Katyville Healthcare Center in Katy, Texas where she now resides.

-SPJST.--

2/VESTNiK-Wednesday, January 27, 1993

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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First Dates, Kisses and Fraternalism Fraternalism Feels Good So many wonderful things are difficult to put into words. Like, your first date or your first kiss. It's difficult to describe and, even if you do, the only people who will really understand are the ones who have been there. Fraternalism is kind of like that. Until you've experienced it for yourself, no description will do it justice.

Fraternalism is the feeling you get when you take part in a lodge activity and everything seems to go right: A good-sized crowd; members of all ages; good food and good music.

Plenty to talk about and plenty to laugh about. The kind of day that makes you feel glad to be a part of the SPJST. Last Sunday at Lodge 88, Houston was just such a day.

Under the direction of District Five District Youth Counselor Marie Stayton and Lodge 88 Youth Leader Barbara Linney, Lodge 88 members hosted a reception and dance to honor SPJST State King Paul Pflughaupt and SPJST State Queen Lindsay Michalak- both members of Lodge 88.

As I am sure Sister Dorothy Pflughaupt will, at a later date, be providing Vestnik readers with a complete summary on the royalty reception, I will confine my report to a three brief personal observations.

First observation: It was great to see so many lodge members come out and show their support for the young members of the Society. Finally-a lodge event truly taking precedence over a televised sporting event-namely the Dallas Cowboy's league playoff game. As one brother observed, "We can record the game on our VCR; we can't send proxies to show support for our young people."

Second observation: Based on the conversations I had with some of the younger members in attendance, Lodge 88-and indeed the entire Society-will have a wonderful pool of talent from which to draw its future leaders. That is, as long as we, as a Society, are willing to demonstrate our genuine support and respond to our young members changing needs and concerns.

Third observation: There was something that the royalty reception had in common with so many other lodge events that I have attended. Trust.

It doesn't matter if the activity is in Houston, Dallas, or New Tabor-an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect is common throughout many quarters of our Society.

If you're an active member, you know what I mean. It's going to a lodge dance and not feeling like you have to keep a hand on your wallet or hide your purse under the table when you go out on the dance floor.

It's the whole family going to a district meeting or lodge picnic and not having to worry about the kids running off and doing their own thing. As much as anything, it's knowing that you are among friends and people you can feel comfortable with.

Hang in There If you're not an active lodge member, you may take all of that talk about trust as insignificant and say, "So what?" Well, if that's your response, then think about this: How many places can you go nowadays that meet the same criteria? There may be a few, but they're hard to findespecially in the more highly populated urban areas.

There are a lot of us out there who believe in the tremendous untapped potential of the SPJST and its lodge system. If you're a believer, but things aren't going as well as you would like in your local lodge-or, perhaps they aren't going at all-please don't get discouraged. Peristence will win the race.

As was said, the concept of fraternalism is subject to interpretation. To appreciate it; you've got to live it. With that in mind, do yourself a favor in 1993 and experience all the good that your lodge and the SPJST has to offer.

"Fraternalism is the feeling you get when you take part in a lodge activity and everything seems to go right."

*** Let's Make It Meaningful Through various conversations, I know that there are many SPJST members throughout the state of Texas who would enjoy participating in fraternal activities, but for various reasons, are unable to do so. In some cases, the reasons are healthrelated or involve a physical disability. In other instances, there simply is not an active lodge in the area.

To you good people, take heart and take notice. If you are a certificate holder, you are a member and, as such, are worthy of the attention and support of your Society. Because of your special circumstances, you are in the best position of anyone to suggest to your district directors, Supreme Lodge officers and editor what can be done to make your membership in the SPJST more meaningful. *** The Value of Life Insurance?

Citing the nation's low savings rate and the life insurance industry's declining share of savings dollars, Stephen C. Shaw, president of the National Association of Life Underwriters, says in this month's Fraternal Monitor, "The real culprit is not the high cost of living, but rather the cost of living too high."

Speaking at the recent American Council of Life Insurance Annual Meeting, Mr. Shaw said that Americans' "dream to have, not to save" philosophy promotes putting off planning for the future. On every hand, consumers are urged to buy now, rather than save. He said the root problem of the insurance industry is with attitudes. It must take steps to improve people's feelings about the value of insurance. Only this, Shaw says, will produce more business.

Wednesday, January 27, 1993—VESTNIK/3

From the President's Office

GUEST EDITORIAL

Our Founding Fathers Had the Right Idea by Bill Malina Now that there is no Czechoslovakia, the people of Czech and Slovak ancestry in the United States have nothing to bind themselves into a common ethnic group or so it would seem. Wrong! In Texas we have the SPJST. There is no question that people of Czech ancestry have always considered the Slovaks as being inferior, poorer and less educated. This kind of thinking is wrong and should be discouraged. At one time, this kind of attitude existed strongly between Bohemia and Moravian people in Texas. Organizations like our own SPJST have helped to erase this attitude as well as the distinction between and Bohemians in Moravians Texas. After the formation of Czechoslovakia in 1918, the distinction between Bohemians and Moravians all over the world diminished greatly and they both eventually became know as Czechs. Because, in the early days, there were very few Slovaks in Texas, the differences between them and the Texas Czechs (Bohemians and Moravians) were never very noticeable.

(Many of you may object to my use of the term "Bohemian," but you must remember that the word "Bohemian" is an Anglo-Germanic word which, in the English language, properly describes people who trace their ancestry to that part of the Czech Land known as Bohemia. The word "Czech" carries a connotation that includes Moravians and Silesians, a definition that I wanted to avoid in the above paragraph.)

With the breakup of Czechoslovakia, a temptation to once again look down upon the Slovaks comes to the minds of many. As a fraternal organization we must not let this happen or even condone such thinking in our lodges. When a name was chose for our organization, the word Slavonic" (Slovaska) was deliberately selected to describe the unity and equality of all Slavic people.

Today the word Slavonic" is largely archaic and "Slavic" is said in its place.

Translated into English the letters S, P, J, 5, and T stand for Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas. Had our founding fathers intended to exclude all but the Czechs, (Bohemians and Moravians} our fraternity might well // have been called the C.P.J.S.T. or C.P.J.S.T. (Czech or Czech-Moravian Benevolent Order of the State of Texas).

Today the membership of our fraternity includes people of many nationalities, all of which are not Slavic. This goes to prove that our founding fathers had the right concept of fraternalism— brotherhood of all people. Now it is our responsibility to promote unity and harmony between all people, and yet at the same time, preserve our ethnic heritage, be it Czech, Moravian, Silesian, Slovak, Polish, German, Anglo-American, or whatever.

"Today the membership of our fraternity Includes people of many nationalities.

Editor's Note: Brother Malina is a member of Lodge Pokrok, No. 88 in Houston, Texas. Guest editorials are encouraged and will be printed depending on availability of space.

—S PJ

ST—

Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates Jan. 31

Deadline for Camp T-Shirt Design Contest.

Feb. 13

Spring DYC Meeting, Home Office, 9 a.m.

Feb. 20

State Tarok Tournament, Lodge 66, Waco—Linden Hall.

March 6

State "Straight" Domino Tournament, Lodge 47, Seaton—Star Hall.

March 13

Lodge Officers' Workshop, Lodge 177, Academy.

March 14

District Five Spring Meeting, Lodge 88, Houston.

March 15

Youth Leader Quarterly Reports due.

March 19-21

1993 Youth Leaders' Workshop, Camp Lone Star, La Grange.

March 27

State "42" Tournament, Lodge 15, Buckholts.

March 28

District Two Spring Meeting, Lodge 80, Holland.

April 17

State Horseshoe Tournament, Lodge 17, New Tabor

April 18

District Seven Spring Meeting

April 25

District Three Spring Meeting, Lodge 84, Dallas.

June 4-6

1993 L.I.T. Workshop, Camp Lone Star, LaGrange.

Aug. 14-15

State Youth Achievement Day and Royalty.

—SPJST-

Final Listing of Contributors o 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive (Continued from Front Cover) Eddie Vrana John and Edith Schwartz Kathleen Guenther Albert Olsovsky Edwin and Lorene Vaculik Millie Berger Aubrey and Doraine Buck Stanley and Martha Vrla Mr. and Mrs. Henry Edwin Grote Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Kubin Neil, Barbara, Dawn, Misty and Vance Jensen Alvin and Lois Hejl Paul Beck Lola A. Kneschk Clifford Jenke Frank Becan, Sr. Gordon R. Cox Alice Prinz Fredrick Gilliam Adrian Jennings Bessie Surovik Joe Penicka Emma Melcer Robert Barton Clyde Allen Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Bayer Alfred Lee Anglley Emil Jezek James and Ann Schoeneman Heather Slenk Dwayne Macik Candice Macik Nicholas Kirk Mia Kovar Katie See Kathryn and Chad Kovar Randy and Becky See Travis and Lucas Schoppe Jess Junek Dr. and Mrs. Robert A. Neely Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Holeman Lonnie L. Lostak Eugenia Heiman Ora Faye Wilson Jerry and Florrie Bous"ka Leroy and Bessie Repka Edwin and Annie Mae Hurta Emil Kvasnicka Clyde and Bertie Rychlik Burns Darlene Psencik Langlotz Herman J. and Joan Danisch Frank and Rose Kovar Johnn Mensik Angeline Stiborek Jay Mikeska Frances Morris Robert W. Pugh, Jr. Cheryl Behlen Bartay John H. Murphy, Jr. Thomas Skrivanek Mr. and Mrs. James Mendl Oleene Bonds John Sulak Robert and Lydia Dobecka Evelyn and Ernest Bezdek Edward and Barbara Hykel E. M. and Lucille Kutscherovsky Mr. and Mrs. Ray Perez Alvin Pavlos Cyril! and Christine Svrcek George Straten, Jr. Jerelene Lenart Mr. and Mrs. Willie Sherik Celia Dobecka James Hromadka Aubrey and Rose Uptmor Joseph H. Kotch, Jr. Edwin B. Nors Mary M. Landers Douglas Uptmor

Hattie Kaska Barret Ivy Dean and Marie Snider A.D. Soukup Larry Mechell Willie Mae Schuetz Tammy, Tracy and Kevin Dobecka Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dobecka, Jr. Johnnie Krizan Mr. and Mrs. John Sulak Addie Bell Raney Dora Duke Turcotte Joe and Estelle Hurtik Mrs. Hilda Krpec Helen Pavelka Della Elzner Hubert and Naomi Drgac Wm. F. Hejny Weldon Louis Popek Monte and Virginia Williams Douglas Williams Mr. and Mrs. William Docekal Kathryn, Jennifer and Donald Marek Wanda Kopecky Johnnie and Dolfie Hrabina Joe Mikush Peggy B. Brinkman Leonard and Caroline Rejcek Alvin and Evelyn Sefcik Elizabeth. Walther Theresa M. Rentfrow Carol, Charlie J. and Charlie Dee Kutil James Kostelnik Anthony and Alma Trilicek Ernest and Ofie Popp Rudy Valchar Miloslava Phelps Charlie and Viola Kurtz Emilie Newman Emil and Evelyn Matula Mary Popp Agnes Popp Cecil and Sophie Hull Otto Hurta Agnes Reinhard Frank and Viola Fajkus Yvonne Londers Grace and Emil Rohan Tom and Doris Moczygemba Joe and Viola Spacek Bob and Jarolyn Popp Alvin and Frances Schimcek William and Gertrude Pavliska Frank Dohnalik, Jr. Judith Dohnalik Charleen Schrum Tracy Stewart Frank Lynn Jez Evelyn Goebel Tommy Gene Bruno Jimmy and Kathryn Toler Edith Bruce Gerald Worth Glenn F. Sternes, PhD. Karen Kammer Ellen and Johnnie Holub John Edward and Clayton Holub Angeline, Dale and Ervin F. Holub Donna, Holly, Brent and Blake Holub W.L. Knape Ernest and Angeline Kristinek Jerome Kristinek Ernest Jr. and Fredda Kristinek Walter Allen, Janet, and Stanley Kristinek Will Allen, Joshua Dale, and Scott Kristinek Jennifer and Jason Kristinek Pearl Hanka Stella N. Craig

(Continued on Next Page).

4/VESTNfK—Wednesday, January 27, 1993

Scholarship contributors (Continued from previous page Aubrey Zabojnik Allen Manley Ronald and Ellen Parker Clarence Walbrueck Joe Richter Jaime and Larry Wentrcek Denise Glover CharIsle Svetlik Mr. and Mrs. Ed Skrabanek Tim, Tom and Debbie Bowen Raymond and Rammy Jurica Alan Hroza Family Neva Ransom Louise Duncan Stephen and Barbara Fowler Ray Kotrla Steven and Sandra Lastovica Richard Stevens Steven and Mary Ann Newman Gloria P. Hess Charles and Jo Ann Barak Jerry and Hattie Laznovsky

James (Bubba) and Barbara Hill Martha Hlozek Jerry C. Becka Saleem Assaf Anna Lee Downing Robert E. and Rosalie Horton SPJST Lodges Lodge No. 82, Czechu Domov, Ennis Lodge No. 18, Elgin Lodge No. 9, Snook Lodge No. 143, Primori Inez Lodge No. 88, Houston Lodge No. 66, Waco Lodge No. 6, Mora y sti Bratri Lodge No. 117, Robstown Lodge NO. 133, San Antonio Lodge No. 13, Dime Box Lodge No. 72, Cameron—All Members SPJST Youth Clubs Lodge No. 9, Snook Youth Club Lodge No. 6, Cottonwood Youth Club Lodge No. 17, New Tabor Youth Club

The SPJST Monthly Insurance Report As Of 12/31/92

Top Sales Representatives Based On: AMOUNT OF NUMBER OF EARNED PREMIUM APPLICATIONS

—SPJST-

For i formation o it SPJST fra lerne life insurance and investm2nt opportunities, contact a sales representative in your area or local lodge.

For names of sales representatives in your area, call 1-800-72-SPJST.

• Old Silesian and Moravian maps dating from the 16th to 19th centuries; • An exhibit of colored photographs of Silesian and Moravian folk costumes, accompanied by individual examples of actual costumes; • Silesian manger scenes; • Distinctive handcrafted jewelry from the folk costumes of the Tesin region; • Other exhibits relating to history and folklore.

For more information, plea3e contact Dr. Erich Sefcik, Opay ska 58, 747 21 Kravare ve Slersku, Czechoslovakia.

(Contibuted by Kevin Hannan)

"The Silesian Museum is currently seeking to establish contacts in the United States."

DIST.

APPS.

INS. WRITTEN

INS. ISSUED

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9

13 16 16 4 43 14 4 5

$262,500.00 $228,000.00 $170,000.00 $60,000.00 $822,500.00 $197,000.00 $37,000 $120,000.00

$105,000.00 S353,000.00 $102,500.00 $40,000.00 $297,500.00 $212,000.00 $45,000.00 $20,000.00

Totals:

115

$1,897,000.00

$1,175,000.00

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

APPS,

INS. WRITTEN

INS. ISSUED

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9

100 251 218 71 319 114 56 24

$2,551,700.00 $6,155,309.00 $4,141,652.00 $3,718,000.00 $5,198,980.00 $2,511,000.00 $1,013,500.00 $472,580.00

$2,271,700.00 $5,707,809.00 $3,491,152.00 $3,288,000.00 $4,000,480.00 $2,379,000.00 $974,000.00 $347,580.00

Totals:

1,153

$25,762,721:00

$22,459,721.00

Fraternally,

Bernard M. Gebala Vice President —SPJST-

RATES FOR ANNUITIES

INTEREST

•

Susan Skrabanek Norma Cavanaugh Emil Petr Martha Broz Evelyn Mikeska Albert Olsovsky Maxine Pavliska Home Office

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

Silesian Museum Seeks Contacts The oldest museum on the territory of the former Czechoslovak Republic is the Silesian Museum in Opava, Silesia. The museum houses extensive collections relating to the natural sciences, history, and ethnography of the region.

The Silesian Museum is currently seeking to establish contacts with museums in the United States.

For this purpose, a number of exhibits are being made available to interested American museums, universities, and organizations.

• These include the following exhibits:

Donnie Victorick Evelyn Gustafson Stanley Vrla Martha Broz Joe Krenek James Bacak Jerry Elzner Home Office

DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 DISTRICT 5 DISTRICT 6 DISTRICT 7 DISTRICT 9

6.25% Annualized Effective 11-1-92 through 1-31-93

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Home or Farm Mortgages: 7 3/4% for 1 to 7 years

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Silesian Manger Scene—Early 19th Century

INTEREST RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE 7% Annualized Effective 11-1-92 through 1-31-93

8% for 8 to 15 years 8 1/4% for 16 to 20 years

Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 9 1/2% for 10 years 9 3/4% for 11 to 15 years

Wednesday, January 27, 1993—VESTNiK/5

District News and Updates

ATTENTION LODGE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS

Make Plans to Attend the District Spring Meetings Scheduled

LOCAL LODGE WORKSHOP

Saturday, March 13, 1993 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Lodge 177, Academy

DISTRICT TWO

March 28, 1993—Lodge 80, Holland DISTRICT THREE

April 25, 1993—Lodge 84, Dallas

WHO'S INVITED? Local Lodge Officers and Other Interested Members (Mileage reimbursement at $0.30 per mile authorized for one car for each local lodge)

8625 Floyd Street,,Dallas DISTRICT FIVE

March 14, 1993—Lodge 88, Houston 1435 Beall Street, Houston DISTRICT SEVEN

This workshop is for your benefit.

Maximum results will be achieved only with maximum participation.

April 18, 1993—Lodge 133, San Antonio 1314 Fair Avenue, San Antonio

SPJST State Straight Domino Tournament * March 6, 1993 * Lodge 47, Seaton - Star Hall Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of December, 1992 Bonds Certificate Loans Mortgage Loans Common Stock Certificate of Deposit Furniture and Office Equipment Annuities Flex Annuities Withdrawal Death Claims Bonus Matured Endowments Premium Refund Refund to Lodges Surrender Value Bond Expense Decrease in Bonds by Amort.

Reinsurance RMO Taxes State Exam/Audit Advertising/Promotional Actuary Appraisal Expense Commission Contributions District Youth Counselors Society Automobile Expense Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Legal Service Expense Liability Insurance Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Membership Dues Museum Operating Expense Office Maintenance Office Pent Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Organizational Expense Postage Salaries Office Supplies Supreme Lodge Meeting Tax: FICA, TEC & FUTA Telephone Travel—Officers and Directors Travel—State Field Manager

DEBITS $1,256,771.34 2,805.57 89,900.71

CREDITS

75,384.73 623,046.51 30,680.56 8,473.03 32,384.57 154,547.29 29.16 3,797.00 103,658.10 1,500.00 50,603.12 17.81 110,905.00 23,328.29 2,051.85 1,077.90 25,067.44 2,767.56 7,401.47 28,137.93 90.00 1,800.15 1,410.92 2,553.66 9,154.17 194.00 3,018.00 627.74 494.85 693.00 2,153.45 4,592.82 33,000.00 11,892.58 10;000.00 1,219.20 8,041.81 75,947.55 2,469.62 1,549.55 2,271.08 2,513.20 511.00 1,061.13

SPJST State Tarok Tournament V • 4 February 20, 1993 4.• • V 4 Lodge 66, Waco - Linden Hall Travel—State Youth Director Research and Development Youth Activities Office Rent Home Account Expense Profit On Sale Of Stock SPJST Scholarship Annuities Dividends Mortgage Loan Expense REO Tax, Ins. Adj. of Book Value on Furniture and Office Equipment Outside Legal Service Expense Miscellaneous Mortgage Loan Income UL Withdrawal Expense Escrow 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

62.13 278.05 1,395.69 $33,000.00 3,479.71 7,262.90 4,224.94 395,693.52 1,185.75 666.44 251.44 32,949.42 60.00 600.00 912.70 4.00 418,652.88 7,295.84 1,793.58 241,622.70 213,244.07 13,708.27 8,431.62 69,746.56 6,802.50 $2,119,579.65

Cash Balance 11-30-92 Credits Debits

67,967.87 2,155,341.48+ 2,119,579.65-

Cash Balance 12-31-92

$103,729.70

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

$ 103,729.70 56,292,095.29 30,440,611.03 1,533,043.56 640,299.24 118,234.03 821,296.40 359,915.68 47,536.00 128,492.82

Total Assets

$90,485,253.75

Fraternally, 1/14-4--kx.S2,‘J Jerry Nlikulas Financial Secretary —SPJST-

$2,155,341.48

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 27, 1993

Letters from the Lodges Lodge 24, Cyclone Reports on January Meeting The January meeting of Lodge 24, Cyclone was called to order on January 11 at 7 p.m. by President LaVerne Cabla. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silence was observed in memory of our departed members.

All officers, with the exception of Reporter Brian Vanicek, were in attendance.

In old business, the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.

Secretary Mayeux also reported on matters concerning lodge finances.

Prior to the installation of new officers, exiting President Cabla thanked the members assembled for their help and cooperation during her terms as president. Following her remarks, Herman Mayeux installed lodge officers.

Prior to discussion of new business, a hearty round of thanks were in order for all of those who workedJ to make this New Year's Eve Dance a success. Special notice was given to Rosamond Baker for her part in taking reservations for the event.

In new business, there was some discussion about activities for the coming twelve months, including the Mother's Day Barbecue, Countywide Garage Sales and various tournaments. On that note, domino players are asked to mark their calendars with the following dates for Lodge 24 playoffs: Feb. 19th—Straight Domino Playoff Feb. 26th—"42" Domino Playoff Cost is $5 per person for entry fees and snacks at playoff. Anyone interested in playing, please contact Bill Smetanka at 985-2307 or Jerry Cabla at 985-2354 for more information.

In her report, Youth Leader Shirley Ashcraft reported on the Christmas program and the canned food drive to an area help center. Youth club members and parents please note, youth club meetings will be held on the second Sunday of the month at 2 p.m.

Celebrating birthdays in January were Allison Eixman, Joe Haisler, Kate Jahns, Brian Vanicek, Harold Vanicek, Jr. and Harold Vanicek, Sr. Reported on the sick list was Stephanie Vanicek. At this writing, her daddy is happy to report she is now doing much better.

Please make plans to attend our next meeting on February 8 at 7 p.m.

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek, Reporter —SPJST-

25, Ennis Reports on January Meeting Lodge

Dear Members, Our January meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for our deceased member, Leslie JaroliMek, who died at the age of 91.

The Youth Club reported that they were planning their Valentine Part y for February 1(1. Watch the Vestnik for more

Members of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi singers, perform in front of the home of Frank aned Adela Sijansky, one of the many stops made by the singers during their December caroling trip, Pictured, from left, front row, are: Adela Sijansky, Della Elzner,Tracy Mazoch, and Millie Elzner. Second row: Frank Sijansky, Al Kucera, Joe Levek, Jerry Elzner, Lillie Hayek, Ross Ahlstrom and Hilda Ahlstrom. details. Linda Trojacek and Alicia Honza are the youth leaders for L993 Plans are currently underway for the Polka Festival to take place during the first weekend in May. This will include Friday night. Lodge No. 25 will be the host lodge this year. Make plans to attend.

There was a good crowd Saturday night for the country and western dance featuring the music of Loaded Gun. Everyone enjoyed themselves so the band has been booked again for April 17.

Fraternally, Karen Haskovec —SPJST-

35, Elk Reports on January Meeting Lodge

The meeting was called to order by President Henry Breitkreitz on January 10, 1992 at 3 p.m. All officers were present except for Vice President Vernon Woods and Treasurer Verna Pavelka.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Flag Bearers Christopher Pavelka and Holli Dennis.

A moment of silence was observed for deceased brothers, John Vernon Dulock and Willie Barton.

There were 15 members present and two visitors, Amanda Barton and Hubby Frazier.

The minutes from the December meeting were read by Virlene Kelley and approved as read. The treasurer's report was read by Kathy Bezdek and approved as presented. We received a thank you from the Axtell Fire Department for our donation in memory of Fred Holub.

The youth report was given by Barbara Pavelka who reported 15 members present. The Christmas Party held on December 23 at Western Sizzlin' was a great success as was the drawing at the December meeting which raised $137. Again, many thanks to Mrs. Frazier for the donation of the quilt.

Happy Birthday was sung to Helen Pospisil Lodge 35 meets every second Sunday of the month. Our next meeting will he at 3 p.m. on February 14, 1993. We would like to see more members coming to our meetings. Here's hoping to see y ou then.

Sincerely, Kathy Bezdek, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 84, Dallas Reports Busy Schedule Dear Members, It was raining and cold as our members arrived for our meeting last Monday.

President Betty Olson was absent, but we hope that she is feeling better now.

We recited the Pledge of Allegiance and then observed a moment of silence for our departed member, Sister Parks.

May she have eternal rest.

Correspondence was read by Sister Salac from the Supreme Lodge and from the International Showcase. Our new slate of officers for 1993 are: President—Betty Olson First Vice President—Wanda Petr Secretary—Evelyn Salac Treasurer—Carolyn Ondrusek Sergeant-at-Arms—Adolph Salac Flag Bearer—Ellen Gerlick Youth Leader—Bessie Petr Please support these outstanding members. We are lucky to have them to lead us.

We welcomed John Jones, who is also our bartender for the first time, as a member. Also, our audit member, Gilbert Kallich was present to report on the good work everyone does in keeping the books in good order. We all say "hello" to Bessie, his wife, who did not attend.

The following committees made reports: Entertainment—Report by Sister Cheri Petr.

Sunshine—Bessie Tydlaska sent the following cards this past month: • Get Well: Cecil Kretsinger, Barbara Jones, Stanley Patak, Bessie Reames, Wanda Petr, Emil and Mary Mansell, John Retchek and Carol Rejcek.

• Baby Cards: John and Rose Marie Athas and Paul and Jennifer Athaseach of them has a new baby boy to love.

• Sympathy Cards: Otto Janousek, Mary Elizabeth Jez, Mrs. Marvin Marek, Wilburt Ruzicka and Ralph Parks.

Living Memorial—Report by Martha Frnka gave a good report.

Hall Rental—Report by Emil Petr.

House Committee—No report.

Special Committee—Report by Evelyn Salac.

Youth Leader Bessie Petr thanked the

membership for the use of the lodge for the District III overnight party. She reported that the youth would be meeting on January 18th, prior to their visit to the Omni. Also, Bessie reported that the youth leaders had met at her home.

On February 15, the youth will initiate their new members and a program for the lodge anniversary is being discussed.

Sister Bessie also reported that the Czech Culture group will meet here on February 22nd and that the Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council will be meeting here on February 8. The meeting will he hosted by SPJST Lodge No. 130.

Faye Rejcek reported on dues that had been sent in.

Our new members will be initiated on February 1 at 6:30 p.m., followed by the monthly meeting. The menu will be sandwiches, chips and dips and members are asked to bring pastries.

We will be holding our annual garage sale on May 6 and 7. Members are encouraged to please collect items that they wish to donate for this good cause which will be held inside of our lodge and lodge yard.

Lydia English, Jeanne English and James English transferred to our lodge and we welcome them!

On February 6, the Henry Rejcek Band will be playing for a dance here.

On February 20, we will host our Mardi Gras dance with music by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. Finally, on March 6, the Czech Harvesters will be here. So, you all come.

Enjoy these fine bands—and dance!

Fraternally, Rose Scott —SPJST-

87, Temple Reports on January Meeting

Lodge

The regular meeting of SPJST Lodge No. 87, Temple was called to order on Friday evening, January 8th at 7 p.m., with President Ladis. Navratil presiding.

Lad Zatopek led the lodge in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Deceased members of Lodge 87 were remembered in a silent tribute.

Treasurer Mary Ann Zatopek gave her report. New members accepted into the lodge were: Nelena Maxie Johnson and Jacky Dewayne Folsom.

Vice President Ed Reisner gave his his report.

Old and new business was discussed.

Ed and Florence Reisner will host the February meeting which will be held on Friday evening on January 12th at 7 p.m.

Get well wishes are extended to Frances Bartek and any others who are convalescing at this time.

Here's wishing everyone "Happy Hearts" and a Happy Valentines Day! May all of your days be beautiful Fraternally, Dorothy Chervenka, Recording Secretary, Reporter —SPJST-

88, Houston Birthday Club d. ?-)orts on Activities Lodge

The Birthday Club meeting was

Wednesday, January 27, 1993—VESTNIK/7

opened on January 13 at 11;20 a.m. with the roll call by President Lowrina Lindemann. Secretary Rita Alexander read, the minutes which were approved as read. The first item on the agenda was that we had three ladies who wanted to join the Birthday Club and that made us all happy. They are: Dana Clooney, Estelle Kelley and Margie Anders. Evelyn Mikolas made a motion, seconded

by Mary Kosut. to accept these wellqualified ladies and they were accepted unanimously. Secretary Rita also read the names of the memorials.

Lillie Spies gave the financial report and also announced that we have 44 members and three honorary members.

The February cooks are: Josephine Buri and Bessie Dewer.

The March cooks are: Josephine Bishop, Martha Walla, Alice Bily and Bessie Lero.

Our known sick are Willie Mae Stang, with a had cold; Louise Kadlecek, who had eye surgery. Edna Froehlich, couldn't attend the meeting because she was baby-sitting with a new great-grandchild. She's hoping to make some arrangements.

The Telephone Committee was appointed by President Lowrina Lindemann. They are: Bessie Dewer, Chairman; Georgia Buchanan, Evelyn Mikolas and Juanita Simons.

Mary Kosut was again appointed to Benevolence. Mary read a poem before she gave the prayer and table blessing and also gave a report on the greetings that she sent during January.

Ima Lero made a neck pillow and donated it and Marie Pokluda won it.

The Calcutta game was won by Josephine Buri and Dona Clooney.

We adjourned at 11:55 for lunch.

Respectfully submitted by Pearl Hanka, Reporter Remember: "When you can think of yesterday without regrets, and of tomorrow without fear, then you are on the road to success." , —S PJ

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Lodge 88, Houston Reports on Various Lodge Activities President Edward Miculka of the Lodge 88 Men's Club gave me the following report. The club meets once a month for a meeting—always the first Tuesday of each month. They also occasionally get together for cards, dominoes and other activities. They had their election of officers recently. They are as follows: President—Edward Miculka Vice President—Thomas Marsh Secretary—Enos Wessels Treasurer—Johnny Kosut January 20 is a designated work day for all who are able and willing. There are approximately 750 chairs to be cleaned—"a bunch of chairs," as Edward says. SOS pads are to be used for all the chrome and soap and water for all of the seats and backs. It sounds like it will be a busy day, but you know, the people appreciate it.

William (Bill) Souchek, who is a member of Lodge 88 and a Czech instructor, once told Edward that a man is capable of doing three things: 1. Standing up and being seen; 2. Speaking up and being heard; and 3. Shutting up and being appreciated.

The Stevenson Family, pictured above, is e largest new 100 Percent SPJST family to be recorded since the program started. Members of Lodge 88, Houston, they are, from left, front row: Shirley, Rebecca, Elaine, Randy, Charles and Shelly.

Back row: Joyce (Darilek) Stevenson, holding Barbara, husband Terry and son Scott. Joyce, whose parents Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Darilek also had eight children, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at Lodge 88, Houston.

Edward stated that is what he will do.

We always look forward to his monthly report because it is so humorous.

On January 12. 1993, President Jerry Ermis called an executive meeting at Lodge 88 at 7:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting was to plan our traditional anniversary on Sunday, February 14th—Valentine's Day. This is a day of love for your family and we are providing such a day. We hope that you will make plans for this day. We will have a baked chicken dinner with rice and giblets; vegetables, such as green beans and mushroom soup and English peas as a back-up; and cranberry sauce—all for $4 a plate, including coffee or tea.

Our Birthday Club Sisters will have a pastry booth as usual under the direction of Lillie Spies and her helpers. Still, she needs all of you ladies who are members and friends of Lodge 88 to bring her some pastries. All of us in the Birthday Club will greatly appreciate this as this is a special project for us.

Our Lodge Orchestra and Tim Kostom's Choral Group will entertain from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The Social Night Committee will play games from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. At 5 p.m., LeRoy Matocha will play for a free dance until 9 p.m. Do you think there will be a dull moment? No, of course not.

Tim Kostom asked that his Choral Group keep in touch with him about rehearsals. One date is set for January 20, but it will be too late to get in the Vestnikbut there will be another rehearsal which I will get in the Vestnik later.

On January 11, 1993. Lodge 88 had their monthly meeting.

After the flags were presented, President Jerry Ermis continued with the meeting. Our deceased members are: A. J. Zalesky, John Bravenec, Gene Maarz, Martha Baxter and Bennie Miculin. Our sympathy goes to all of their fine families.

Officers were all present, exept for our Secretary-Treasurer Shirley Stonaker, who was in the hospital but is now at home and is doing better. We miss you Shirley.

Youth Leader Barbara Linney praised and thanked everyone for helping her with the youth. She now has 35 active members, an increase from 22 in 1992.

Royal Warnasch, bar manager, gave a good report as did Margaret Allbritton, chairman of the Blue Room. Margaret already is plugging the Blue Room Party for March 21. We had such a marvelous time at the Christmas Dance. This one will be better, I promise. The time will be from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. with Gus Lindemann furnishing that beautiful dance music. All this—food, drinks and dancing for $12.50 per person. That can't be beat, can it?

Chairman of the Board Karl Lindemann gave a brief report as to the chores of the board. His new assistant, or Cochairman is Lynn Pflughaupt.

President Gene Barcak of the Choral Group had no report, but a report from Tim is in the beginning of my letter.

They are very much alive and have many engagements for 1993.

Mary Kosut, the benevolent reporter, gave a very good monthly and annual

Recipes Requested for District Five Cook Book The District Five Officers and Youth are working to put together a new cook book. We would like to have a variety of recipes from canning, meat dishes, desserts, vegetables, stews and breads.

Also, to keep our Czech (German, Polish, etc.) heritage alive through the younger chefs, any dish that you would like to share with others that was your mother's or grandmother's will be considered for printing in the book.

All recipes will acknowledge the person or persons who submitted them.

Proceeds from the sales of the cook

book will be split between the District General Fund and the District youth Fun. We want to make this a cook book that will be used and enjoyed by all.

Please be sure that your recipes are complete with measurements and instructions. Start sending them now to: Dorothy Pflughaupt District V Secretary 1243 Clovis Road Houston, Texas 77008 —SPJST-

report. She puts her heart and soul into this endeavor.

Our known sick are Shirley Stonaker, Henry Kite, Tony Vindett and Abner Dixon, who is in Bellaire Hospital.

Mr. Souchek announced that his Czech class will commence on January 18. He's looking for some more students.

Dorothy Pflughaupt. secretary for District Five, spoke for President Evelyn Mikeska. Evelyn was sick with a cold.

Our spring district meeting is March 14 at Lodge 88. I'm sure they'll have more definite plans to give to those who are interested. Don't forget the recipes which Dorothy is collecting for the new cookbook to he finished in 1993.

In other business, Helen Flegwood delivered her insurance report and President Lowrena Lindemann gave the Birthday Club report. Details will he in the Birthday Club news.

Entertainment Chairman Viola Cox then gave the schedule for our dances through Friday, February 19th. These include: • Tony Barron from Indiana, who will he performing his big hand music on Saturday, January 30.

• Texas Brew, country and western sounds on Friday, February 5.

• Donnie Wavra, with polka and variety music on Saturday, February 6.

• Guy Lombardo's Royal Canadians with Al Pierson, performing on Sunday, February 7.

• A "Valentine's Day Dance, - with big hand music by Bobby Lane, on Saturday, February 13.

• The Lodge 88 Birthday Celebration on Sunday, February 14, featuring the music of Lee Roy Matocha from 5 until 9 p.m.

• Buddy Kirk with his big hand sound, performing on Friday, February 19.

The following committees have been designated to serve Lodge 88, Houston for 1933: Auditing Committee Thomas Marsh, Chairman Ellen Michulka Mary Quider Naomi Spencer Edna Wehring Decorating Committee Johnny Broz Grievance Committee Milert Antrich, Chairman (Balance to be appointed as the need arises.)

Investigating Committee Lydia Marsh Leander Pflughaupt Louis Roznovsky Memorial Fund Naomi Spencer Resolutions Committee Rita Alexander Mary Roznovsky Laura Warnasch Rules and Regulations Eugene Barcak, Chairman Anton Fabrygel Larry Pflughaupt Linda Wehring Telephone Committee Alice Bily Willie Mae Ermis Elsie Roznovsky (Continued on page 9)

8/VESTMK—Wednesday, January 27, 1993

The Hunter's Corner

Winning Entries Most Points: 14 Hunter: Glenn Odstrcil, Lodge 47, Seaton

by Frank Klinkovsky, State FAC The first place winner of our SPJST Deer Antler Contest was Glenn Odstrcil of Lodge No. 47, Seaton. His entry carried an amazing rack of horns that are definitely the dream of every deer hunter.

Glenn's 14 point buck had a width spread of '25 3/4." The entry was the winner in both categories— having the most points and the widest spread. This is the first time that this has happened since we have been conducting the contest.

Incidentally, Glenn's deer also took first place in the category of "widest spread" in a contest sponsored by a newspaper in Uvalde County. The deer is also being judged for the Texas Hunters Award.

Congratulations to Glenn and all of our other contest participants. (You hunters out there may want to clip and save this page and post it at your deer camp as a reminder the deer are out there!)

Widest Spread: 25 3/4" Hunter: Glenn Odstrcil, Lodge 47, Seaton

An Inspiration for Every SPJST Deer Hunter Glen Odstrcil, Lodge 47, Seaton 14 Points, 25 3/4" Spread Hunt Site: Bracketville

Our hunters may also find the following information useful. Proposed dates—still pending Texas parks and Wildlife Commission approval—for the 1993-1994 White Tail Deer Season in Texas will be from November 13, 1993 until January 2, 1994.

I will keep you informed of any changes in these dates through future reports in the Vestnik.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky, State FAC

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Larry Bubenik, Lodge 160, San Angelo 8 Points, 19 3/4" Spread—Hunt site: Lowake

Alan James Shirocky, Lodge 20, Granger 10 Points, 17 1/4" Spread—Hunt site: Charlotte

Troy Oman, Lodge 187, Round Rock 8 Points, 14 1/4" Spread—Hunt site: Ballinger

James Lowak, Lodge 161, La Parita 8 Points, 17 7/8" Spread—Hunt site: Fowlerton

Quentin Hoffman, Lodge 88, Houston 10 Points, 17" Spread—Hunt site: George West

Richard Batla, Lodge 160, San Angelo 12 Points, 14" Spread—Hunt site: Water Valley

Richard Batla, Lodge 160, San Angelo 10 Points, 21 1/8" Spread—Hunt site: Garden City

Kyle Kacir, Lodge 87, Temple Also pictured is son Justin Kacir 8 Points, 17 5/8" Spread—Hunt site: Florence

Eugene C. Shefcik, Lodge 81, Needville Also pictured is grandson Tyler Shefcik 10 Points, 24" Spread—Hunt site: Caterina

Wednesday, January 27, 1993—VIESTN1fK/9

Reporter on Benevolence Mary Kosut Parliamentarian Ellen Miculka

Lodge 161, Jourdanton Provides Eyeglasses for Those in Need (0071,ff SO"

Scholarship Committee Josephine Pflughaupt, Chairman Rosalie Lobpries Mary Quider

180, Burleson Reports on anuary Meeting

Legal Advisor Richard Schnell Remunerations Board Chairman—Karl Lindemann Entertainment—Viola Cox Social—Willie Wehring Audit—Thomas Marsh President—Jerome Ermis Doris Knapick Josephine Pflughaupt Submitted respectfully by Pearl Hanka, Second Vice President

—SPJST-

142, Houston Reports on January Meeting

Lodge

At 2:05 p.m. on Sunday, January 10.

1993, our new president, Keith Kieschnick, called our monthly meeting to order.

All 44 members and five guests present stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and remained standing for a moment of silence in memory of our departed members, Eric (Butch) Stein and Sylvester Moszowicz. May their souls rest in peace. Then, Secretary Alice Jochen read the minutes from the previous meeting, which stood approved as read. There was no correspondence.

The Financial Secretary/Treasurer's report was read by Sister Rosie Tumis.

The Board of Trustee's report and Bar Report were read by Brother Henry Hermis, Sr. The Board held their meeting on January 7 at 6 p.m. All members were present and all bills had been paid.

Our kitchen manager for 1993 is a great lady—Sister Rosie Tumis. She keeps everyone happy by preparing a delicious meal or treat for our members and guests at our meetings. This is appreciated very much. Thank you, Sister Rosie and also to your helpers.

The Youth Club Report was read by John Buri. The youth thanked all of the members who continued to donate to the Youth Club.

The Sick Committee reported that Lillie Melnar, Lorene Muenster and Emilie Hamala were in the hospital. We wish all of our members who are ill a speedy recovery.

Visitors recognized at the January meeting were: Don Somers, Teresa Daniels, Jo Buri, Jo Ann Buri, and Joe Gambil.

The monthly meeting dates for 1993 will be as Follows: February 7 March 7 April 18 May 2 June 13 July 11

August 8 September 12 October 10 November 14 December 12

All meetings are scheduled to begin

Our next meeting will be February 10, 1993 at 7:30 p.m. The social starts at 6:30 p.m. Food will be furnished by the lodge. Please be at our next meeting—we need your support.

Fraternally, Linda Johnson, Reporter —S PJ ST—

Lodge

Bettie House, representing SPBT Lodge No. 161, Jourdariton, presents 47 pairs of eyeglas c,, donated by members and friends, to Gilbert Factor, Pleasanton Lions Club President. TheLions Club will, in turn, donate the used glasses to Lions International, which will send them to the Third World. at 2 p.m. The Christmas party is scheduled for December 17 at 7:00 p.m.

Celebrating a birthday in January was Howard Kieschnick on January 8th. Anniversary celebrants for the month were Mr. and Mrs. Martin Kieschnick (Jan. 17-50 years) and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Motl (January 14-53 years).

The capsule prize of $10 went unclaimed due to the absence of Patrick Widacki and Calvin Dodd. Next month's prize will increase to $20.

The oldest member in attendance prize went to Richard Cieslowicz.

The four door prizes went to: Amanda Hermis, Rosie Tumis, Alene Kieschnick and Curtis Kieschnick.

Brother Henry Linhart then spoke, saying that we should recognize our new President Keith Kieschnick. He is the youngest president that our lodge has ever had.

All members and guests gave a big round of applause in his honor.

The meeting adjourned at 3 p.m. and was followed by a delicious meal of sausage, sauerkraut and parsley potatoes and trimmings. Refreshments were also served and enjoyed by all.

Thanks to our kitchen manager, Sister Rosie Tumis, and her faithful helpers, Rita Hermis, Mary Ann Kieschnick and Millie Linhart Fraternally submitted Alice Jochen, Secretary

Please note: Omitted from last month's report: Sister Marilyn Spivey has been elected to the office of Fraternal Activities Coordinator.

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Lodge 177, Academy Makes Plans for New Year The January lodge meeting was held on January 13, 1993. President Otis Beck called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by the members. All officers were present, except for Vice President Bobby Fritz.

The minutes of the November and December meeting were'read by Secre-

tary, Kathy Fritz and were approved as read. Thank you cards were received from the Temple and Belton Senior Centers for the donation of $250.00 to each center to help with the "Meals on Wheels" program. Also, a thank you card was read from the St. Vincent DePaul Center of Temple for the "Canned Good Drive" we conducted for their center. By donating to these three organizations, it has helped a lot of people. Our lodge is proud to be able to make these donations.

In new business, seven new members were voted on and accepted. There were Larry Bland, Linda Green, henry Louis Jezek, Mary Jezek, Kayla Tull, Laura Tull and Gary Bartek, Jr. All committee reports were read and approved.

Libbie Bartek reported than Jean Driska had been in the hospital and a get-well card had been sent to her. Also on the sick list was Theresa Baca. We wish both of you a speedy recovery.

FAC J.C. Johnson reviewed upcoming events and also asked every member to turn in their fraternal report for 1992, stressing the importance of keeping better records for 1993. Celebrating birthdays in December were Irene Johnson and J.C. Johnson. Otis Beck will he celebrating a birthday in January. We wish you all a happy birthday.

The Resolution committee was named to include Libbie Bartek, Theresa Baca and Louis Driska.

A motion was made and passed that our lodge would bid up to $500.00 to purchase an item from the Bell County Youth Fair in Belton. Larry Bland and Otis Beck will attend to make the bids.

Others from the lodge that will he attending will be Phil Weadock, Bobby Fritz, Youth Leader Karen Bartek and Youth President Renelle Wright.

Chairpersons were named for the year as follows: Kitchen—Jackie Beck Bar—Helen Bland Tickets—Bill Hutka Bingo—Louis Driska Entertainment—Otis Beck Recognized as a guest at the meeting was District Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky.

Everyone enjoyed a stew supper prior to the regular meeting.

President Louis Grochoske opened our meeting on January 5th at 6:30 p.m.

Since there was no meeting in December, due to all of the Christmas activities, the minutes of the November meeting were read. All officers and chairmen made good reports for November and December.

Officers and trustees for 1993 are: Officers: President—Louis Grochoske Vice President—Joe Hurtik, Sr. Secretary—Barbara Hartgraves Financial Secretary--Joyce Russell Reporter—Estelle Hurtik Youth Leader—Keith Hartgraves Asst. Youth Leader—Barbara Hartgraves Treasurer—Joyce Russell Fraternal Coordinator—Julia Dueser Assistant Coordinator—Joyce Russell *

Flag Bearer—Zach Hartgraves Flag Bearer—Clay Hurtik Trustees: George Rippin, Chairman Charles Schneider—Vice Chairman Julia Dueser—Secretary Joyce Russell—Tickets Joe Hurtik, Sr.—Kitchen Louis Grochoske—Floor Joyce Russell—Treasurer Keith Hartgraves--Advertising Joe Hurtik, Jr.—Bar George Rippin—Maintenance Charles Schneider—Maintenance Asst.

Joe Hurtik, Sr.—Clean Up Louis Grochoske—Hall Services George Rippin and Joe Hurtik Entertainment Contracts Ben Jack Welch—Supplies and Grounds with John Hilcher and Ernest Kelly B.J. Russell—Hall Services Entertainment Committee: Ann Schneider, Kitty Rippin, Estelle Hurtik, Frances Simmank, Julia Dueser and Joyce Russell Those of us who attended the Metroplex four-lodge party were treated to a tasty and delicious dinner with a variety of desserts. The ladies and men of Lodge 154 really did a good job.

Our thanks to George and Kitty Rippin for the much needed microwave oven. Thanks, also to Charles Schneider and George Rippin for keeping the lodge hall in good repair.

President Louis Grochoske thanked everyone for working so diligently to keep the lodge going smoothly. It has been a good year.

We hear that Julia Dueser is feeling much better.

May you have good health, prosperity and happiness through the New Year.

Fraternally, Estelle Hurtik —SPJST-

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Lodge 196, Houston N.W. Enjoys Christmas Party

A good-sizeu group of adults and young people turned out on December 13 for the Lodge No. 196 Christmas Party held at the V.F.W. Hall in Katy.

The event also marked the fifth anniversary of Lodge 196.

Members will recall that the

lodge was formed through the union of Lodges Nos. 42 and 176.

During the evening, young people in attendance had the opportunity to be creative by making Christmas decorations out of a pine cones.

Lodge 196, Houston Reports on Christmas Party Lodge No. 196, Houston N.W. hosted its annual Christmas Party on December 13, 1992 at the V.F.W. Hall in Katy. It was well attended by members and guests. The children had a very good time making decorations. What's more, they had a chance to welcome Santa Claus to the party and have their pictures taken with him.

Those in attendance enjoyed a wonderful meal. There was enough food and drink to go around several times. The barbecue brisket was made by Mrs. Marvin Schulz; the baked turkey, dressing and gravy was made by Mrs. Evelyn Mikeska; the sweet potatoes and irish potatoes were made by Mrs. Brenda Pike; the green beans were made by Mrs. Blanka Nedbalek and Mrs. Gaidosik.

The other ladies made sweets and salads.

Our next meeting will be January 31, 1993 at 2 p.m. at the V.F.W. in Katy.

The Youth Club will he meeting at the same time as the adult meeting. Please mark this date on your calendar and make plans to attend. We will be serving a covered dish meal after the meeting. Let's al start the new year out by attending our lodge meeting.

Fraternally yours, Evelyn Mikeska, FIC —SPJST-

200, Eddy Reports on January Meeting Lodge

►A If anyone had any doubts, the photos at left and above definitely affirm that Santa Claus was in attendance at the Lodge 196 Christmas Party

The January meeting for Lodge 200 was held at the Eddy City Hall on Wednesday, January 6, 1993. President Bob Miracle opened the meeting with he Pledge of Allegiance. One new member, Randall Joseph Cortasie was voted on and accepted. The lodge would like to say "welcome" and hopes to see you at the meetings. President Bob Miracle then expressed thanks to Harvey LaFlamme for preparing the meal for our Christmas Social. It was a great success and if we could get that many people for a monthly meeting, it would be fantastic.

Under old business, the scholarship program was discussed. We now have $51 in the fund and a scholarship meeting was set up for January 12, 1993.

Under new business, Gene McBride reported that Seaton Star Lodge 47 was having a fund raiser on February 26, 1993. Tickets include a drawing for a 1993 Chevrolet pickup, a barbecue meal and drinks for two. He also said that other prizes will be given away during the drawing and he urged the members to attend if they can. Gene then reported that insurance quotas were set for the lodges. The Lodge 200 quota is 39 which the lodge has committed themselves to reach. Gene said that there would be incentives for each lodge who met their quota. Gene then announced than annuities are at 6.25 percent and universal life at 7 percent. He also noted that there will be a sales training program, "Quick Start II" happening in 1993. One hundred sales representative have signed up and Bob Miracle has agreed to attend the 40-hour course with George Pavelka, Lodge 200's new sales

representative voted in at this meeting.

"Congratulations," George, Lodge 200 expects 39 new insurance members from you in 1993. The meeting was closed at 7:30 p.m. Our next meeting is on February 3, 1993 at 6:30 p.m. Plan on attending.

A scholarship program meeting was held on January 12, 1993 at Eddy City Hall at 6:30 p.m. The purpose was to discuss plans for a fund raiser. The committee attending was Earl Soudelier, Doug Roming, Harvey LaFlamme and George Pavelka. It was decided to have a fish fry on March 26, 1993 at the Old Eddy Fire Station (under the water tower). The serving time will he from 5 p.m. to $ p.m. Price for the meal will he discused at our regular February business meeting. Mark you calendar now to come out and support our young people wanting to attend college. They need all our support and financial aid.

Earl Soudelier Financial Secretary and Reporter —SPJST-

Christi Circle of Women Enjoy Outing Corpus

Twenty-three members of the Corpus Christi Circle of Women met at Sokol on January 7 for our first meeting of the year. We had one guest, Sophie Snapka, who after reading about our meetings in the Vestnik, wanted to become a member. She came as a guest of Rose Huff, and joined at the close of our meeting. I had not seen Sophie in many years, having first met her over fifty years ago, and was happy to renew an old acquaintance.

Welcome to our Krouzek, Sophie.

After the Pledge of Allegiance, we observed a moment of silence in memory of Erlene Matula, daughter of Leona Matula, who passed away the first week of December following a long illness.

We wish to express our deepest sympathy to her family and especially her mother, our dear member Leona. A donation was made to the American Cancer Society in her name and a thank you card was received and read.

A thank you card from Norma Baker, president of Sokol Corpus Christi was read and Betty Jurica told us of the gratitude expressed by the people of the Women's Shelter upon receipt of our offerings.

Emily Janosek, Lydia Kosarek, Betty Sefcik, and Sophie Valenta have been dropped from our membership rolls since they have attended no meetings other than their initial visit. They are welcome to come as someone's guest in the future.

Those of us who went on a drive around Corpus Christi and vicinity on December 16, with Jerry Elzner as our driver, recounted some of the sights we enjoyed. Mary Elzner brought beautiful pictures taken in the Christmas Tree Forest at the Art Museum. She enjoyed the porpoises we viewed from the ferry as we crossed Aransas Pass. Jerry Elzner gave us pictures of the group standing at the Water Garden as well as pictures taken in front of the Big Tree at Wilder Park and at Charlotte Plumer's in Fulton, where we stopped for lunch. Several ladies had never seen the Water Garden nor Heritage Park. I enjoyed going

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through the Centennial House which has been restored and is still at its original location on the Bluff. Also, since I haven't driven out to Padre Island in several years, I couldn't believe the changes along the way with the completion of the Expressway. It was a most enjoyable excursion. Millie and Jerry are already planning our next trip to San Antonio.

Rose Huff told us of a terrible hunting accident which befell her great grandson, Victor Huff, Ill. A 22-yearold senior at Texas A&M, Victor had gone hunting with a friend during the Christmas holidays and while admiring an old rifle, it discharged, shooting off a finger before the bullet entered his thigh.

He is at Riverside Hospital and Rose asked that we all pray for his complete recovery.

We all enjoyed a brief visit from 15month-old Jerry Elzner who came with grandma and grandpa. After reading the minutes of the last meeting, Grandma Millie took little Jerry with her to go sit with an elderly blind man so his family could attend a funeral. It is not unusual for Millie and Jerry to lend a helping hand where needed.

Helen Pavelka took the minutes of our meeting in Millie's absence.

Six of us celebrate birthdays in January and we joined the rest of the group in singing "Happy Birthday." Besides myself, Norma Baker, Mary Elzner, Betty Jurica, Frances Kosarek and Marcellina Mokry were all born in the first month of the year. Happy birthday, ladies.

The door prizes donated by Millie Elzner, Helen Sacky and Betty Jurica were won by Frances Kosarek, Albertina Oakes and Mattie Netek. Jerry Elzner donated a tape, "Moravanka Podruhe' and a Czech pennant to fly while playing the music, which I hope to win at our next meeting.

We missed Donna Havranek, Annie Regmund, and Anita Regmund at our meeting. Anita had to make a trip to San Antonio to be with her brother who underwent surgery. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see all three ladies at our February 4 meeting.

Fraternally yours, Anna Marie Moss President/Reporter

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Worth Friendship Club Reports on Meeting Our meeting on January 6 was called to order by our president, Jo Prochaska.

With a "Happy New Year," she made welcome 31 members and one guest, Roberta Pruitt. Then, she led us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

We missed several of our regular members at this meeting who were out with the flu.

The minutes by Secretary Kovar and report from Treasurer Lydia Alholm were approved as read.

Sunshine Chairperson Anna Johnson reported on the many cards she sent out, and we are sure everyone really appreciates them.

Lydia then reported that her mother, Frances Tirk enjoyed her "get well" message and Christmas card. She also sent her thanks.

Louise Oujesky thanked everyone that made their 60th wedding anniversary so special.

We were happy to have Billye Starr back. She arrived home safely from her trip to New York, but had a back problem that put her in the hospital. We're glad that she had recuperated enough to make the meeting and tell us how happy and proud she was when she returned to learn that she had won the quilt.

We hope that everyone gets well soon. Hostesses for our February 3 meeting, weather permitting, will be: Rose Romeo, Ella Gaynor and Ann Sustala.

Happy Birthday was sung to Frank Kovar. May you have many more.

Our guest, Robert Pruitt, joined our club after the meeting. Welcome Roberta.

Our door prize winners were Louise Oujesky and Cliff Mercer. Jo Prochaska will bring the gifts for February.

Grace was said, followed by a delicious lunch, games and fellowship.

If you need to call, my number is 236-2314.

So until—keep smiling.

Fraternally, Mary Pavey —SPJST-

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In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 87, in behalf of the officers and entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of

HOWARD H. GRIGGS, who passed away on Friday, December II, 1992 at a San Antonio hospital, at the age of 63 years.

Mr. Griggs was born in Florence to Roy Hayden and Mary Shafer Griggs.

He had lived in Temple since 1963 and was a firefighter for the City of Temple for many years.

Graveside services were held at Roberts Cemetery in Troy, Texas with the Reverend Ernest Thompson officiating.

Survivors are his wife, Bennie Griggs of Temple; a son, Alvin Griggs of Temple; a daughter, Becky Williams of Temple; a sister, Lorene Peiser of Temple; and four grandchildren.

Visitation was held from 2-4 p.m on Sunday at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.

He was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 87, Temple May he rest in peace.

Respectfully submitted, Dorothy Chervenka Georgia Navratil Sidney Kacir

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of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 88, in Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed member

MARTHA M. BAXTER, who passed away on December 17, 1992 at the age of 71.

Survivors include daughters, Sandra Marshall and Carole Proctor; stepson Johnny Baxter; three granddaughters and one grandson; and two step-granddaughters.

In the past three years at Lodge 88, she was a member of the Entertainment Committee and a Birthday Club Sister.

Interment was at Brookside MEmorial Park in Houston, Texas.

May our dear friend and sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Rita Alexander Mary Roznovsky Laura Warnasch

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of Sympathy We, the undersigned ',Ze r. olution Committee of SRI'S -I' Lodoe No. 88, in Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympath y to the-

TILLIE SKLAR who passed away on December 20, 1992 at the age of 61.

She is survived by her husband, Johnnie Sklar; three daughters, Sherry Hinton, Judy Faber, and Mary Floyd; one son, Johnnie Sklar, Jr.; and nine grandchildren.

Interment was in the Woodlawn Garden of Memories in Houston, Texas.

May she rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Rita Alexander Mary Roznovsky Laura Warnasch

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of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee, in the name of the entire membership of SPJST Lodge No. 142, express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother,

ERIC F. "BUTCH" STEIN, JR., age 76, who passed away on December 26, 1992. He is survived by his wife, Adela Stein; sister, Lillie Mae Luke; children, Val Stein, Betty Lawhorn, Eric F. Stein, Ill and Frieda Mae Finley; stepchildren, Calvin Lueckemeyer, Margaret Jatzlau and Douglas Lueckemeyer; and numerous grandchildren, nephews, nieces and friends.

Brother Eric was a past president of Lodge No. 142 and will he missed by all. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 29, 1992 in the chapel at Heights Funeral home.

Interment was at Brookside Memorial Park Cemetery.

May our departed lodge brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory he with us forever.

Resolution Committee, Rosie Tumis Rita Hermis Elizabeth Hermis

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of Sympathy We, the members of the BleibervilleNelsonville Lodge 201, express our sympathy to the family of

EDWIN MIKESKA, age 86 of Bleiberville, who died on December 26, 1992 in Bellville Hospital. Born in Bleiberville to John R. and Bertha Mikeska on October 7, 1906, he was reared in Bleiberville and attended the Scranton Grove School, Draughms Business College and the South Texas College of Accounting. He served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps from December 1942 until November 1944.

On September 5, 1943, he was married to Esther Tiemann. Edwin Mikeska worked for an insurance company for 40 years and retired in 1974. He was a member of the Bleiberville SPJST and the Nelsonville Brethren Church.

Funeral services were held on December 28, 1992 at 10 a.m. at the Nelsonville Brethren Church, with the Rev. Michael Groseclose officiating.

Burial was in National Cemetery in Nelsonville.

Survivors include his wife. Esther; daughter and son-in-law. Jud y and

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Roland Addamson and two grandchildren, Stacy and Roger of Richmond; a sister, Elsie Blum of Kenny; and a sister-in-law, Edna Mikeska, of Bellville.

Knesek Brothers Ellinger Funeral Chapel was in charge of services services in Bellville.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee.

Laura Mae Slacik Clara Susen Lillie Mae Shupak —S PJ ST—

Expression of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge 135, Volna Cechie, expresses sympathy to the family of FRANK ELLEVEN, who passed away on December 28, 1992 at the age of 77.

Brother Elleven was horn in Ennis, Texas on January 29, 1915, the son of Charles and Frances Janek Elleven. He was raised in Ennis and attended school at St. John's and in the Creechville community. After finishing school, he farmed in the Creechville and Ennis communities. He moved to Chicago in the late 1930s. In 1965, he moved hack to Texas and settled in the Wilmer community. He retired in 1980.

Brother Elleven was a member of the St. John's Catholic Church, Sokol Karel Havlicek Borovsky in Ennis, and SPJST Lodge No. 135.

Rosary was recited on Tuesday, December 29th, in the J. E. Keever Mortuary Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 30th, with the Rev. Douglas Deshotel as celebrant.

Internment was at St. Joseph's Cemetery.

Brother Elleven was preceded in death by his wife, the former Jennie LaPorte of Chicago. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. John Slovak of Ennis; four brothers, Charles Elleven of Ennis, Joe Elleven of Salinas, Calif., Jerry Elleven of Pasadena, Texas, John Elleven of Gary, Indiana; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Laznovsky of Ennis and Mrs. Frances Torres of Ennis; three grandchildren, John Slovak of Ennis, David Slovak of Ennis, and Jennifer Marek of Mesquite.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Sylvia Laznovsky, Secretary

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of Sympathy The officers and members of Lodge No. 25, Ennis, express their sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge brother, LESLIE JAROLIMEK. Mass for the Christian burial of of Brother Jarolimek was celebrated at 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 5, 1993 at St. John's Catholic Church with the Rev. Robert Williams as celebrant. Rosary was recited at the Keever Chapel. Interment was in the St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J. E. Keever Mortuary, with the following serving as pall-

bearers: Adolph Honza, Ed Plazek, Johnnie Odlozil, Joe Shebesta, Wesley Betik, Lawrence Honza, George Prachyl and Wesley Knize. The following served as honorary pallbearers: Durwood Anthony, Bruce Myers, Matt Myers, Mark Myers, Randy Jarolimek, Dwayne Miller, Keith Miller, Don Kizer, Miles Skipper, Daniel De Souza, Hugh Gibson and Mark Rickman.

Brother Jarolimek, who was 91, died in the Baylor Medical Center after a brief illness.

He was born in Malanorice, Czechoslovakia on November 18, 1901, the son of Ladislav and Frances Gajzur Jarolimek. Brother Jarolimek came to the United States in 1911 with his family and settled in the Creechville Community, where his family engaged in farming. On September 20, he married Rosie Kouba and after their marriage, they made their home in the Ennis area.

In 1926, they moved to Chicago, Illinois. They returned to the Ennis area in 1928.

Brother Jarolimek was engaged in many different businesses which included farming, parts man for Parks Tractor, owner of Leslie's Tractor Company, manager of Burden Tractor and Implement Company and a cattleman and rancher. He was also an insurance representative for R.V.O.S. for many years.

In 1966 he was employed by the Fort Worth Waterline as Chief Negotiator in the purchase of land for right of way for the pipeline from Cedar Creek Lake to For Worth.

Sister Rosie Jarolimek proceeded him in death on April 9, 1964. On October 9, 1964, he married Gertrude Howard Honza. After their marriage, they lived in Ennis. Mrs. Gertrude Jarolimek also proceeded him in death on June 16, 1985. In later life, Brother Jarolimek became quite proficient at dancing, and never missed a weekend of dancing and fellowship.

He was a member of the St. John's Catholic Church, the Texas Farm Bureau, a 70-year member of the SPJST, Knights of Columbus, KJT, and the Stepping to the Beat Walking Club. He was also a member of the Beefmasters Cattlemen Association.

Brother Jarolimek is survived by one son, Leslie Jarolimek, Jr. of Mesquite; three daughters, Mrs. Betty Anthony and Marjorie Miller, both of Ennis and Mrs. Dorothy Sonka of Arlington; and one sister, Lydia O'Neil of Chicago. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. One daughter, Rosie Myers, proceeded him in death.

He was also proceeded by three sisters, Bessie Trojacek, Annie Dlabaj, and an infant girl and a brother, John Jarolimek.

May he rest in eternal peace and his memory live among us forever. Lodge 25 will truly miss Leslie..

Lodge No. 25, Ennis, Texas Margaret Krajca

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Youth Section

Letters District II Youth Plan Valentine's Day Skating Party Valentine's Day is almost here, which also brings our annual skating party. This year, the date falls on Valentine's Day Sunday, February 14.

The time will be from 5:15-7:15 p.m. at Temple's Skate Haven, located on South 31st Street, just north of Temple High School, home of the "State Champions."

Hope that each of you will be able to attend. The party is open to all District II members—young and old. Everyone always seems to have a great time.

Door prizes will be given.

See ya on Valentine's Day. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, DYC

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Lodge 66, Waco Youth Club Reports on Meeting Dear Members, The Lodge 66 Youth Club met on November 15, 1992. We had 17 members and two new members in attendance. Our new members are Douglas Galler and Michael Caller. We welcome you and look forward to having you in our club.

We worked and prepared for a very busy holiday season. We participated in the Waco "Christmas on the Avenue."

Everyone was excited about the Christmas program and the musicians are practiced.

Our door prize was won by Butch Wigley and Brice Tierce. The November birthday cake was brought by Jamie Trickett.

Fraternally, Gladys Yates, Youth Leader —S PJ ST-

mportant Dates and Coming Events January 31—Deadline for Camp Tee-Shirt Designs February 13—Spring DYC Meeting, Home Office, 9 a.m.

March 15—Youth Leader Quarterly Reports Due March 19-21—Youth Leader's Workshop, Camp Lone Star, La Grange June 4-6-1993 L.I.T. Workshop, Camp Lone Star, La Grange

Department Sponsoring T-Shirt Design Contest Youth

Dear Youth Club Leaders and Members, Once again, the Youth Department is sponsoring a T-shirt contest for all youth club members.

The purpose of the contest is to create an artistic design for the 1993 camp Tshirts.

The theme for this year's T-shirts design contest will be "SPJST Youth Clubs—Building Bridges to a Better Tomorrow."

Carefully read the contest rules below—and good luck with your entry.

Rules 1. Entries are due January 31, 1993 2. All entries are to be original and created by the youth club members.

INTEREST RATES FOR ANNUITIES 6.25% Annualized Effective 11-1-92 through 1-31-93

INTEREST RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE 7% Annualized Effective 11-1-92 through 1-31:93

3. All entries become the property of the SPJST. 4. Entries should be simple in design and easy to reproduce on a T-shirt.

5. Ask your youth leader for an official entry form.

6. Send your entry by January 31, to: SPJST YOUTH DEPARTMENT P.O. BOX 100 TEMPLE, TEXAS 76503 Judging Entries will be judged on: • Overall appearance and appeal.

• Creativity and originality.

• Ability to reproduce.

Prizes Grand Prize: Jam Box and his/her design on the camp T-shirt for 1993.

Runner up prizes: Four cameras (one for each age group).

All participants will receive a participation certificate and 20 merit points.

Fraternally, Joni Lange, State Youth Director —SPJ ST-

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Home or Farm Mortgages: 7 3/4% for 1 to 7 years 8% for 8 to 15 years 8 1/4% for 16 to 20 years

Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 9 1/2% for 10 years 9 3/4% for 11 to 15 years

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To byl eesky muzikant (Pokraeovani) 1937 V tomto roce jela hudba na soute2 dechov9ch orchestril v Cannes. Spolu s nimi reprezentovala Ceskoslovensko i skupina baletu z Narodnfho divadla.

Josef Bilek, elen hudby ye sy9ch vzporninkach popisuje prfivod, vystoupenf hudby i baletu, kter9 vYznamne pfispel k fispechu zajezdu. Jegte dlouho 2ila kapela dojmy, ktere si pfivezla a byla oslavovana za vfterstvi, jeho*2 dosahla.

Ztrata statni samostatnosti a fagisticka okupace podstatne zasahly i do 2ivota Kmochovy hudby.

Opakovalo se tote2, co v obdobi valky prvni. Vystupovani bylo podstatne merle.

Za zminku stoji tivedenf hry ze 2ivota Franti g ka Kmocha "Koline, Koline," kterou napsali Sa ga Razov a Jiff Cerven9. V teto he znely pfsne Muziky, muziky, Na stfibropennem Labi, Andulko gafafova a mnohe dalgf, ktere hluboce pasobily na vlastenecke cftern divaku a posilovaly viru ve svobodu.

Za \Talky byl rovne2 natoeen film o Franti gku Kmochovi "To byl eesk9 muzikant," ye kterem titulnf roli vytvofil Otomar Korbeldf. To u2 bylo v roce 1941..

1945 Prvnim z vet g ich vystoupeni Kmochovy hudby s kapelnikem Aloisem Vlasakem byl koncert 28.fijna 1945 na oslavu tohoto pamatneho dne v osvobozene republice.

1948 Velk9 koncert se konal pfi oslavach 100.v9roef Kmochov9ch narozenin. Pfi te pfilditosti byl obnoven pomnfk na ()strove a pametnf deska na jeho b9valem dome, oboje znieene za valky.

Koncerty pH oslavach a mnohe dalgi svedomite pripravil a dirigoval Alois

Vlasak. Sam pfispel do pokladnice dechove hudby i vlastnirni skladbami pfevaIne pro dechov9 orchestr. Alois Vlasak pracoval s Kmochovou kapelou o2 do sve smrti v roce 1954, tedy 42 let.

Plnil odkaz sveho velkeho pfedchOcice a clo yed' Kmochovu kolinskou hudbu na jegte vygg f üroveñ, nee jakou mela za Kmocha.

1954 stanul Jiff Jaroch dirigentskeho pultu po smrti sveho tehana A. Vlosaka. Sna2i1 se pracovat v peivodnfrn duchu kapely. To dokazuje nekolik zdafil9ch koncertn v Praze a v Brne. Jiff Jaroch zUstal vgak pracovat v rozhlase a soueasne mel pinit povinnosti kapelnika. Nemohl dosahnout teho2, jako pfedchozi kapelnici, proto se rozhodl k odchodu od kapely. K tomu zfejme pfispelo i jeho hudebnf zamefenf - byl skladatelem va2ne hudby.

1955 V roce 1955 pfejfma taktovku Vaclav Tyr. Od soma° poeatku pracoval s kapelou v intencich zakladatele hudby a ziskal Si uznanf Kolina i spokojenosti hudby. Za zaznamenanf stoji i to, 2e pou2ival, stejne jako Kmoch obou typii kapely: smyecoveho i dechoveho orchestru. Za jeho vedenf pfipravila hudba nezapomenutelne za2itky desetitsicum posluchaeu na desftkach koncertil.

1956 V tomto roce provedla kapela 35 koncertd. Snad nejtispe gnej gf byly v Praze na Stfeleckem °strove, ty musely b9t pro velk9 zajem opakovany. espegn9 byl take zajezd do Vida, jak doklada tisk v archivu Kmochovy hudby.

1961 V roce 1961 odchazi kapelnik Vaclav Tyr z funkce dirigenta.

1962 Ke Kmochove hudbe nastupuje jako dirigent znamenit9 trumpetista vojensk9ch hudeb Jan Vosreil.

Take on se snail vest kolinskou kapelu v duchu jejfho zakladatele. Byla poeetne slab gf nee b9vala, pfesto mela prate dost doma i na eetn9ch zajezdech Po republice. Velke pozornosti se tegily ka2doroeni koncerty pod Vostreilovou taktovkou v Praze. Kolinsk9m tleskala pfepinena Lucerna i publikum Parku kultury. S kapelou hostovaly sestry Skovajsovy, jindy zpival Standa Prochazka a jini znamf zpevaci.

Jan Vostreil vedl hudbu osm let, opou gtf ji na joie roku 1970.

1970 Na misto kapelnika byl Mestsk9m narodnfm v9borem vypsan konkurs.

Zadost podalo etrnact zajemcu, vybrano a pozvano bylo Best adeptia.

Na zaklade pohovoru, prakticke ukazky prdce s orchestrem a s k vyjadieni Menu Kmochovy hudby byl pfijat za noveho kapelnika Zdenek Josef, dosavadni vojensk9 kapelnik posadkove hudby Bratislava.

Zaroven nastoupil jako ueitel hudby v lidove g kole umeni a zaeal pracovat s dechov9m orchestrem mlad9ch.

Pod vedenfm kapelnika Josefa byl ptipraven koncert v prosinci 1970 a natoeeny Kmochovy skladby pro zapadonemeckou televizi na Kmochove °strove. Stalo se tak za pfftomnosti posledni 2ijicf dcery Franti g ka Kmocha, panf ueitelky Anny Kmochove v bfeznu 1971.

1971 Va2nou plekalkou prace byl neute gen9 zdravotni sta y Zdefika Josefa. Vzhledem k tomu, 2e se zhorgoval, odegel Zdenek Josef z funkce. Osud byl nelltostn9, je gte v tem2e roce, v eervenci 1971 ve veku 37 let Zdenek Josef umfra.

Hudba nemohla zustat bez vedeni.

Se souhlasem ministerstva kultury se stal jejim ziizovatelem pfimo Mestsk9 narodnf v9bor Kolin Proto2e nebyl nov9 vhodn9 kapelnik, pfikroeil MestNV k rozdeleni dosavadni funkce

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Kolinske narnesti s patricijskymi domy gotickeho i barokniho zalokeni.

kapelnika na d ye easti - ustanovil vedouciho souboru a dirigenta.

Vedoucfm Kmochovy hudby byl jmenovan Josef Materna, dosavadni v9konn9 hudebnfk. Dirigentem by! ustanoven Josef Novak. Ten se teto einnosti ujal vlastne u2 podruhe poprve pfevzal taktovku v roce 1970 po odchodu Jana Vostreila. V obou ptipadech to byla v9pomoc na pfarif lenti hudby a potvrzovalo to prirozenou dirigentovu autoritu.

Oficialne se Josef Novak pfedstavil vefejnosti na koncert y v divadle dne 28.1-lino 1971. okraeovani)

Lear ; Czech With Us 80th lesson.

Object constructions. To get.

Observe the verbs and the cases of their nouns: Po praci rad sahne po dobre knize (to reach for; likes to read). Teple gaty nas chrcia pied nastydnutim (to protect; cold). Ospech na mnoha faktorech (depend). Teplota klesla na minus tfi stupne/stoupla na plus deset stuprul (to sink; to rise). Zaci pozorne sledovali ueitele, aby Jim neuniklo ani jedine slovo (to miss, to escape one's attention). Otec zatiyisl stromem a ovoce padalo na zem (to shake). Kdy2 jsme se dovecleli, 2e Eva je te2ce nemocna, v gichni jsme ji velmi litovali (to be sorry). Vy jste flan' o te veci lhal! (to lie). Po dlouhem jednani na nas' plcin pfistoupili (to fall in with). Star9 elovek gel pomalu a opiral se p19 tom o hi'd (to lean on). V te posledm" vete jste se zmi5lil (to make a mistake). Toho drcitu (wire) se nesmite ani dotknout! (to touch). Vzduch vonet jarem (to smell). Ty d ye otazky s neim problemem nesouvisf (to be connected, cohere).

Some phrases with the verb to go.

Hodiny jdou pozadu (pozde), napfed. — The clock is slow, fast.

Hodiny nejdou. — The clock has stopped. Okna jdou do ulice. — The windows open into the street. Jde mu na gedesatku. — He is getting on (rising) sixty. Jde na osmou. — It is getting on eight o'clock. Hneclá kravata k tern nejde. — Brown tie doesn't fit to that suit. Jak ti to jde? — How are you getting on with your work? To nejde. — It won't go. Jdu pro pivo. — I go to get/fetch some beer. Jdeme na pivo. — We go (somewhere) to drink beer. Pojd't'e dal! — Come in! Oni jdou na nakup. — They go shopping.

Jdu spat! — I go to bed. Jdeme do kopce/ z kopce. — We go uphill/downhill. Jde to s nim z kopce.

— His health/situation is getting worse. Jdete na to/do toho! — Go at it! Slo to do iivého. — It went to the quick. Sli jsme na ryby/houby/jelena.

— We went fishing/picking mushrooms/shooting deer. Jde na me spani. — I feel sleepy. Nemohli jsme tomu pfijit na kloub. — We couldn't go to the root of it/get at the bottom of it. To mi jde na nervy. — It gets on my nerves. Ta kni'na nejde na odbyt. — The book sells badly. Sel do ditchodu/na odpoeinek. — He retired.

14/VESTNIK-27. ledna 1993 PI9li jsme mu na pomoc. — We came to his assistance/rescue. Nejde mi to na rozum. — I can't understand it/grasp it with my reason. gel na vojnu. — He joined the army. Jde o nai dobrou povest. — Our reputation is at stake.

Jde o to, jestli je to pravda nebo ne. — The matter is, if it is true or not. Ze zaeatku drel slovo, ale po nekolika dnech lo vgechno zase po starem. — At first he kept his word, but in a few days everything took the old course again. Lovci gli p0 stope. — The hunters followed the track. Jdi si po svYch! — Go about/mind your own business. Sli jsme pa gpiekach. — We tiptoed. Hlava mi la z toho kolem. — It made me giddy. Mraz nam el po tele, kdY2 jsme to eetli. — We shuddered when reading it. Musim u‘i jit. — I must be off. Sli jsme mu naproti. — We went to meet him. Bel nap ped! — Lead the way! Sli jsme pe gky. — We went on foot/walked. Ale jdetelReally! Don't say so. Okno neglo oteviIt. — The window wouldn't open.

Jde to jako po masle/na dratkach. — It goes smooth/it works well.

JAN HOLUB

Utile se tesky Let Us Study Czech Lekce etvrta— The Fourth Lesson Read the following exercises and words out LOUD with your parents or friends.

Kam jdete?— Where are you going?

Zak neni doma— The pupil is not at home.

Mam hlad.— I am hungry.

Co je to?— What is that?

Co je toto?— What is this?

Slovnieek— Vocabulary zahrada— garden pero— pen 2ák— pupil kde— where (no action involved) kam— where to (whither— with action) ne— no mapa— map hlad— hunger tabak— tobacco banka— bank mlada— young (f) stall— old (fem.) a— and ale— but gkola— school doma— at home pojd' sem— come here jsem— I am Mluvnice— Grammar 1. Conjugation of the verb EitTI "to be".

1st person— jsem, I am 2nd person— jsi, you are 3rd person— je, he, she or it is Plural 1st person— jsme, we are 2nd person— jste, you are 3rd person— jsou, they are 2. The Demonstrative Adjectives.

The demonstrative adjective "this" is translated in Czech by ten, to; tato, and toto, TENTO is always used with masculine nouns; TATO with feminine and TOTO with neuter nouns.

3. The Personal or Subject Pronouns Singular 1st person— ja, I 2nd person— ty, you 3rd person— on, he; ona, she; ono, it 1st person— my, we 2nd person— vy, you 3rd person— oni, they (Masc.); ony, they (fem.); ona, they (Neuter) 1. Copy the expressions and vocabulary into a notebook and memorize them.

2. Memorize the conjugation of bYti "to be".

3. Classify the nouns that are given in the vocabulary as to their gender.

4. Place the correct demonstrative adjective tento, tato, toto, before each noun in the vocabulary.

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

geky vypInujte na The Czech Educational Foundation of Texas, c/o Ben Trealek, Jr., treasurer, Rt. 3, Box 111-A, Caldwell, TX 77836. Tato prosba neni omezena jen do statu Texas, ale nadace piijme kaldou eastku odkudkoliv na teto zemekouli. do Ben Trcalek, Jr., Treasurer Route 3, Box 111-A, Caldwell TX 77836

Address: State:

Amount:

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A jak je vila postragila?

Honila bflou holubieku v haji.

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Chtela tam zobnout hvezdu spadlou z nebe.

Zdal, matieko, tu hvezdu vylovila?

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For Details, call (409) 335:4471 or (409) 335-4456 or Fax (409) 335-4390 Rudy and Henrietta Klecka, P.O. Box 28, East Bernard, Texas 77435-0028

Wednesday, January 27, 1993—VESTNiK/15

(Game night every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0) ***

(Executive members and Board of Trustees meet every second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS

LODGE NO. 175, ROSENBERG

Saturday, Jan. 30—Non-member rental.

Saturday, Feb. 6—Dance, Henry Rejcek Band.

Saturday, Feb. 13—Non-member rental.

Monday, Feb. 15—Lodge meeting and initiation of new members, 6:30 p.m. Sandwich supper, please bring dessert.

Saturday, Feb 20—Dance, Fritz Hodde and the Fabuous Six. Saturday, March 6—Dance, Czech Harvesters Sunday, March 7—Rental. R.V.O.S. dinner.

Monday, March 15—Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 20—Dance, Mynarcik Band Sunday, March 28-83rd Lodge Anniversary Dinner and Program. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

Members please bring desserts. ***

Tuesday, March 9—Quarterly Meeting at the George Memorial Library in Richmond, 7 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND

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FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, Jan. 29—Social night, 7 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 7—Lodge No. 6 meeting, 1 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 12—Youth Club Valentine Party, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 16—Cottonwood Water Meeting, 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 19—Social night, 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 26—Social night, 7 p.m.

Friday, March 5—Trustee meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 7—Lodge No. 6 meeting,l p.m. *** LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK (Local lodge meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX Saturday, Jan. 30—Texas Unlimited Saturday, Feb. 6—People's Choice Saturday, Feb. 13—Texas Unlimited Saturday, February 20—Lost Wolf *** LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Saturday, Feb. 6—Private McCall-Steffek Reception Saturday, Feb. 14—Regular Monthly Meeting, 3 p.m.

(Local lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. For hall rental and dance information, call Audrey McCall at (817) 593-2321.) *** LODGE NO. 17, NEW TABOR Saturday, Feb. 6—"42" Domino playoff tournament, 2 p.m.

(Local lodge meetings are held on the first Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of every month at 3 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Sunday, Jan. 31—Bobby Jones Czech Band; 3-7 p.m. (S4.50 per person).

Sunday, Feb. 14—Battle Dance ($5 per person); 2-7 p.m. New Edition and Donnie Vavra.

Saturday, Feb. 20—King of Swing; 8-12 p.m. ($4.50 per person).

Sunday, Feb. 21—Jodie Mikula; 3-7 p.m. ($4.50 per person).

Sunday, Feb. 28—Leroy Rybak; 3-7 p.m. ($4.50 per person).

Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 until 12:30.) ***

LODGE NO. 32, VICTORIA Sat. Feb. 13—Monthly meeting, Citizens National Bank, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 14—Polka-Waltz Fest at the Inez Community Center. *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, Jan. 30—Cherokee Rose Sunday, March 14—R.V.O.S. Lodge 50 Meeting at 2:30 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN (Local lodge meetings are held the last Sunday of every month at 4 p.m. at the lodge home.) *** LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (Games every Monday night at 7:30 p.m.; Games License No. 3000-72-8240-0). *** LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, Jan. 30—The Texans (C&W) Saturday, Feb. 6—King of Swing, (C&W) Sunday, Feb. 7—Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 13—Fritz Hodde & the Fabulous Six Monday, Feb. 15—Board Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 20—Jerry Haisler & Melody Five Saturday, Feb. 27—Lee Roy Matocha Orchestra Saturday, March 6—The New Editions of Cuero Sunday, March 7—Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, March 13—The Texans (C&W) Monday, March 15—Board Meeting, 7 p.m.

Friday, March 19—Family Night and R.V.O.S. No. 5 Meeting Saturday, March 20—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six Saturday, March 27—No Dance.

Sunday, March 28—Battle Dance with Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five and the King of Swing from Taylor; 3-7 p.m. S5 per person—no hall passes.

(Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances are from 8-12 p.m. For more information regarding hall bookings, please contact Louis Kohutek at 983-2261. Hall telephone: 985-2548.) ***

For more information regarding hall bookings or to reserve the Flag Hall, please contact Louise Zavodny at 985-2556. *** LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Thursday, Jan. 28 —Private Party Saturday, Feb. 6—Private Party Wednesday, Feb. 10—Youth Club Valentine Party, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 11—Private Party Saturday, Feb. 13—St. John Las Vegas Night Saturday, Feb. 20—Baby Shower Saturday, Feb 27—Band Boosdters Banquet Monday, March 1—Vrazel's Polka Band, 8:30-12:30.

Saturday, March 20—Private Party Saturday, April 17—Loaded Gun, 9:00-1;00 (Local lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. The Youth Club ineets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.

For reservations or hall rentals, call Alicia Honza at (214) 875-8359 or Linda Trojacek at (214) 875-6321.) *** LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR (Adult lodge meetings are every second Sunday of the month at 4 p.m. The Youth Club meets at 5 p.m.

(Games every Thursday; Early Bird Special at 7:15 p.m.; Regular Games at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001).

Saturday, Jan. 30—Tony Barron. Big band music from Indiana. DRESS CODE. $10 per person.

Friday, Feb. 5—Texas Brew. True C&W. S5 per person.

Saturday, Feb. 6—Donnie Wavra. $5 per person.

Sunday, Feb. 7—Guy Lombardo's Royal Canadians with Al Pierson. 4 p.m.-8 p.m. DRESS CODE. $10 per person.

Saturday, Feb. 13—Valetine's Dance. Big Band Music with Bobby Lane from Nebraska. DRESS CODE. $10 per person.

Sunday, Feb. 14—LODGE 88 ANNIVERSARY. Dinner at I I a.m. Games at 2 p.m. Dance 5-9 p.m. with Lee Roy Matocha.

Friday, Feb. 19—Buddy Kirk. Big band sound.

DRESS CODE. $8.50 per person.

Saturday, Feb. 20—Jack Melick, "The Piano Man." DRESS CODE. $10 per person.

Saturday, Feb. 27—"Battle Dance." Polka time, with Bobby Jones and the Moonriders. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. No free tickets. $6 per person.

Friday, March 5—Texas Brew. True C&W. $5 per person.

Saturday, March 6—Gus Lindemann: Ballroom and Variety. Dress Code. $6 per person.

For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *** LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Saturday, Feb. 13 —"Valentine Dance" from 812 p.m. Music by the Sulak Brothers Sunday, Feb. 14—Lodge Meeting, 12:30 (The Stardust Ballroom presents ballroom dancing every Friday, 9-12:30; DRESS CODE; 6421361. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified.

Ladies Circle meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.)

LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA Wednesday, Feb. 3—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

(Every third Friday of the month is Game Night.) ***

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Monday, Feb. 8—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON

LODGE NO. 66, WACO

LODGE NO. 130, DALLAS (Lodge 130 monthly meetings will be held on the third Monday of the month in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas.) *** LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON

Saturday, Jan. 30—Straight from the Heart Saturday, Feb. 6—Jerry Haisler & the Melody Five Saturday, Feb. 13—Sidekick Saturday, Feb. 20—Billy Roy & Heart of the Night Saturday, Feb. 27—Private Wedding Saturday, March 6—Jerry Haisler & the Melody Five Saturday, March 13—Second Chance Saturday, March 20—Billy Roy & Heart of the Night *** LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY (Lodge business meetings are held on the first Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Thursday from 7-10 p.m.

Permit No. 1-75-1052324-8. Kitchen will be open.) *** LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL (Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Phone: (512) 852-9042. Public invited. SPJST lodge meetings are held at 2 p.m. on the third Sunday of every month, unless notified otherwise.)

Sunday, Feb. 7—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Sunday, March 7—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Sunday , April 18—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

(Hall rentals for wedding or party, all (713) 8626291 after 4 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Saturday, Feb. 13—Country & Western Dance with Country Junction. 8:30-12:30.

Sunday, Feb. 14—Monthly Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 161, JOURDANTON Sunday, March 1 7.1 Quarterly Meeting, 11:45 a.m. at the Jourdanton Civic Center.

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, Jan. 30—Reckless Friday, Feb. 5—Debonaires Saturday, Feb. 6—Backroads Friday, Feb 12—Leather and Lace Saturday, Feb. 13—To Be Announced Saturday, Feb. 20—Firecreek Saturday, Feb. 27—Leather and Lace (Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month; social at 6:30 p.m.; Youth Club meeting at 6:30 p.m.; Trustees' meeting at 7 p.m.; Business meeting at 7:30 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON (Lodge meets second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Warrenton store; social hour and meal follows. The meat is furnished and members bring side dishes.) *** LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON Saturday, Jan. 30—Mountain Creek (All Saturday night dances are from 8:30 p.m. until 12:31) a.m. Lodge membership monthly meetings are the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 183, ARLINGTON Public dance ever first Saturday of the month through December; music b y Buddie Hrahal and Memory Lane (C&W). All dances are 8:30-12:30. Address: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington; Phone (817) 465-8538, (817) 274-3837, or (214) 263-5915.)

LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL (Lodge meetings are on the second Tuesday of every mont at 6 p.m.; Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 174-20733095-41002).

LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, Jan. 29—Leather and Lice Saturday, Jan. 30 — SAMMY ALLRED/ GEEZINSLAWS Friday, Feb. 5—People's Choice Saturday, Feb. 6—Lonesome Dove Friday, Feb. 12—Debonaires Saturday, Feb. 13—O.M. Bro ■Vn Friday, Feb. 19—Lonesome Dove Saturday, Feb. 21)—Peoples Choice Friday, Feb. 26—O.M. Brown Saturday, Feb. 27—Debonaires (Private party room available. For more information, call Albert at 255-8157.) *** LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE (Game times: Sunday, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; lodge monthly meetings on the first Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 191, LUFKIN Wednesday, Jan. 27—Cloggers Saturday, Jan. 30—C&W Dance Monday, Feb. 1—Square Dance Lessons Tuesday, Feb. 2—Lodge Meeting; C&W Dance Lessons Wednesday, Feb. 3—Cloggers Thursday, Feb. 4—Square Dance Practice Saturday, Feb. 6—Square Dance, Loyd Phillips Monday, Feb. S.—Square Dance Lessons Tuesday, Feb. 9—C&W Dance Lessons Wednesday, Feb. 10—Cloggers Thursday, Feb. 11—Square Dance Practice Friday, Feb 12—Polka Club Saturday, Feb. 13—C&W Dance

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA LODGE NO. 196, HOUSTON-WEST Saturday, Jan. 30—Little Bit of Texas (C&W) Saturday, Feb. 6—Heart of Texas (C&W) Sunday, Jan. 31—Lodge Meeting at 2 p.m. at Saturday, Feb. 13—Little Bit of Texas (C&W) Katy V.F.W. Hall, Bring a covered dish.

Saturday, Feb. 20—Due West (formerly Texas Borderline) (C&W) Saturday, Feb. 27—Hayslip Brothers (C&W) 7–SpJST17-, — ,

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