Vestnik 1993 06 16

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF FRATERNALISTS"

ESTNIK

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

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

BROTHERHOOD

HUMANITY

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

VOLUME 81 NUMBER 23

Stepping back in time . . .

Lodge incentive program provides basis for new growth

Lodge 172 member reports on life in Moravian Wallachia

Society Congratulates May Top Producers The SPJST sales force again did a great job during the month of May. As of the end of May, we had written 571 applications for insurance. The total face amount of insurance written, yearto-date, including annuities accepted, is approximately $13 million.

DISTRICT I EARNED PREMIUM

Mildred Horak 1 odge 13, Dime Box

The SPJST field managers believe that the positive attitude of the sales representatives—especially those who recently completed Quick Start II—is the reason for our recent success.

Something else that has generated a good deal of excitement is the SPJST DISTRICT III APPLICATIONS

Ben Jarma Lodge 84, Dallas

By Victor Peter

lodge incentive and recognition program. We now seem to have more people in every lodge interested and working to make their respective lodges successful. Through the continued involvement and support all active SPJST members working with their local lodge sales representatives, we believe the growth of the SPJST will continue.

Fraternally,

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Bernard M. Gebala, FIC Vice President

—SPJSTDISTRICT I APPLICATIONS

Larry Wentrcek Lodge 189, Bryan

DISTRICT IV EARNED PREMIUM AND APPLICATIONS

Martha Broz, Lodge 160, San Angelo

1STRICT V

June 16, 1993

DISTRICT VI APPLICATIONS (TIE)

Mary Matula Lodge 4, Hallettsville

DISTRICT II EARNED PREMIUM

EARNED PREMIUM

DISTRICT VI APPLICATIONS (TIE)

Frank Pajestka, Jr. Lodge 80, Holland

Vincent Hegwood Lodge 88, Houston

Annimae Merta Lodge 30, Taiton

DISTRICT II APPLICATIONS

DISTRICT V APPLICATIONS

Albin Machu Lodge 29, Taylor

Victor Janak, Sr. Lodge 88, Houston

DISTRICT VII EARNED PREMIUM

DISTRICT III EARNED PREMIUM

DISTRICT VI EARNED PREMIUM

Tim Urbanek, Lodge 66, Waco

Olga Steffek Lodge 148, Blessing

Jarolyn Popp Lodge 133, San Antonio

DISTRICT VII APPLICATIONS

Monta Foster Lodge 31, Yoakum

Greetings from Moravian Wallachia, the area of northeastern Moravia—a diversified area of mountainous woodlands. The largest concentration of immigration to Texas was from this Wallachian area. It is one of the most beautiful parts of the country; however, perhaps not the best place to try and make a living off the land. The terrain reminds me of the Rocky Mountain region in the United States.

Since May 5th, I have been here on invitation of the Wallachian open-air museum. I will be here through October 5th, studying the Wallachian people and the history of the region. Our objectives are as follows: • To report to the Czech press in Texas.

• To provide information on life in Moravia.

• To provide information on the Wallachian Museum.

• To provide a general overview as a visitor in a foreign land; and • To cooperate in preparation for a system of television and video communications for the Czech people in Texas.

The town of Roznov is located between Roznov and Frenstat on the side of the Beskydy mountain range, near the well-known Radhost Mountain.

Roznov is known as a ski resort.

With cool, fresh air, the woodesi region is very picturesque—I call it "Santa Claus country."

The Wallachian open-air museum is located on the outskirts of Roznov and covers nearly a hundred acres with various buildings, gardens, pasture, fields, and split-rail fences. Trails connect groups of buildings. Together, the scene is meant to illustrate life in the small villages our forefathers lived in before leaving for Texas.

Each home, barn or work shop is furnished with working tools and implements. Many times you will see people dressed of that era, baking bread, weaving or performing other house chores .

I am living upstairs in one of the houses on display. It is well furnished with a bathroom and other conveniences and is about one-fourth of a mile from anyone else. It is called the Matocha homestead and includes a barn, garden, hand made picket fence, cow and calf, a goat named "Rozarka" and her mischievous young one, about 20 chickens, two cats and a duck, who spends her time in the beautiful back yard pond.

(Continued on page 4)

2/VtSTNiK-Wednesday, June 16, 1993

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FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

Father's Day: ;ikk A Time to Reflect 4 Happy Father's Day This Sunday, June 20th, is Father's Day. The first official celebration was in 1910 and was inspired by Mrs. John Bruce Dodd of Spokane Washington as a way to honor her father for his love and devotion in raising six motherless children. In under 50 words, that's all one really needs to know about the history of the observance. What's more important is what Father's Day means to you as an individual. The stories, life experiences and memories that a good father shares and leaves with his family will fill many volumes.

A good father is many things to many people. In my book, he's someone who has worked hard and exhibited the skills and experiences needed to provide for his family. He's someone who has been supportive of his spouse and believed in his children's potential.

He's someone who smiles a lot, frowns a little and, to this day, puts the interest of his children-and now his grandchildren-ahead of his own.

When you've got a father like thatand I do-Father's Day provides just cause for celebration .. .

But every father isn't that way. A lot of men, for whatever reason, don't take the obligation so seriously. Sometimes they just walk away and don't come back; other times, their families wish that they would just walk away. Two of my friends-I'll call them John and Bill-don't look forward to Father's Day. Years ago, both decided that their dads just weren't worth their time any more. It's a sad situation.

Maybe, someday, there will be a reconciliation. It's difficult to say. Sometimes the years have a way of redefining memories and past experiences. Also, it can help when both parties put themselves in the other's shoes for a while.

That can sometimes make a shaky bridge a little more steady.

Sunday is your father's day-and if you're a father, then, it's your day too.

Whatever the case, make the most of it.

find out this summer what keeps the regulars coming back. Is it the food? Is it the music? Is it the people? Maybe you'll find that it's a little bit of each of them all rolled into one. Likewise, if your lodge is relatively inactive during the summer months, take advantage of the opportunity to show your support for the sister lodges in your area.

Summer lodge activities can be a lot of fun-but to enjoy the game you've got to go to the ball park. Unless there's a public access channel that I don't know about, you still can't catch your local lodge activities on television.

"The stories, life experiences and memories that a good father shares and leaves with his family will fill many volumes."

*** Have a Little Summer Fun If you're a regular reader of the Vestnik letters and calendar section, you may have noticed that quite a few of the lodges have been enjoying or will be hosting summer picnics, barbecues and special events.

These summer activities serve a twofold purpose for the lodges. First, they provide the members of the lodge with the opportunity to get reacquainted, fraternize and celebrate being a part of the community. Second, they are often some of the lodge's most important fund-raising activities of the year.

If you're a regular to your lodge's summer events, then you know all about what goes on. If you're not a regular,

*** District Y.A.D.'s Your district will soon be hosting its summer Y.A.D. (Youth Achievement Day). Check out the Family Fun Calendar on page three to find out when and where your district's event will be taking place.

It's been said before, but it's difficult to overemphasize the importance of these activities to our younger members. A letter in this week's youth section from three members of the Lodge 84, Dallas Teen Club summarizes it nicely, "The training we all receive will translate into more effective adult members of this organization." I would encourage the three young authors of this letter to maintain their youthful exuberance, and optimism when they become adult members. Their generation will help direct the course of the SPJST in its second century. ***

Keep Your Eyes and Ears Open The history and growth of our demo-, cratic fraternal Society is inescapably linked to the world around us. Our challenge for the future lies in being observant, being attentive and latching on to those business concepts and fraternal endeavors that will attract new members and stimulate new member involvement at every level of our Society.

Just as when the SPJST was established in 1897, maintaining and building a Society for the future will be an exciting and thrilling experience with the potential for great rewards. It will be an experience that puts new membership on the books and new life into our lodges routine existence. It will be worth the trials and tribulations, the frustrations, anxieties, and demands of energy and time.

When is it going to happen? To some degree, it is already happening. Programs like the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program are a step in the right direction. However, it will require more of the same-a more thorough and complete merger of fraternal and financial goals and objectives. We've got a good thing going; we have the potential to get a great thing going. Let's do it.

Wednesday, June 16, 1993—VESTMK/3

From the Vice President's Office

From the President's Office

The SPJST Monthly Insurance Report

Notice to All Members of SPJST Lodge No. 103, Flatonia

As Of 5/31/93

May 25, 1993

Top Sales Representatives Based On:

Dear Member,

AMOUNT OF EARNED PREMIUM DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 DISTRICT 5 DISTRICT 6

Mildred Horak Frank Pajestka, Jr. Tim Urbanek Martha Broz Vincent Hegwood Olga Steffek

DISTRICT 7 DISTRICT 9

Jarolyn Popp Home Office

NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS Larry Wentrcek Albin Machu Ben Jarma Martha Broz Victor Janak, Sr. Mary Matula/ Annimae Merta Monta Foster Home Office

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

DIST. APPS. 1

11 28 8

6 9 Totals:

$26,000.00 $895,000.00 $330,000.00 $170,000.00 $182,000.00 $160,000.00 $105,000.00 $10,000.00 $1,878,000.00

$121,500.00 $487,000.00 $257,500.00 $345,000.00 $509,500.00 $10,000.00 $60,000.00 $15,000.00 $1,805,500.00

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INS. ISSUED

This is to notify you that SPJST Lodge No. 103, Flatonia, Texas, has voted to merge with SPJST Lodge No. 67, Schulenburg, Texas.

All members are invited to an evening meal at which time the final arrangements to merge will be discussed. The meal will be held at the Stockman's Restaurant in

Corrections to Page One: Headline should read: Fred Kveton achieves "Grand Age of 96" SPJST honors member of Lodge 157, Lubbock

Page Four: Scholarship Memorial

Flatonia, Texas, on the corner of Highways 90 and 95. The date is Tuesday, June 22nd and the meal will begin at 7 p.m., compliments of Lodge No. 103.

This very important meeting should be attended by all members. We look forward to seeing you all at that time.

Fraternally, Howard B. Leshikar Supreme Lodge President

—SPJSTune 2 Vestnik In Memory of Anton Mogonye from Jim Menzies and wife, Mary M. Baldeschwiler Our apologies for any inconveniences caused by these errors.

—The Fraternal Department

—SPJST-

Donation should read:

District

News and Updates

Attention All Lodges in District Three The District Three Fraternal Fest will be held on Sunday, October 24, 1993 at Lodge No. 25, Ennis, Texas. All lodges in District Three wishing to help or wanting to set up a booth at the festival, please

contact District Three President Gordon Hubenak at (817) 498-3905.

Updates will be published in the Vestnik as they become available.

—SPJST-

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR * INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED * DIST. 1

9 Totals:

APPS. INS. WRITTEN 60 155 95 29 126 49 49 8 571

$1,081,000.00 $3,305,340.00 $1,939,150.00 $1,240,000.00 $3,364,500.00 $977,500.00 $687,000.00 $290,000.00 $12,884,490.00

District Five Director Louis Hanus, left, presents a check for $600 to Mr. Joe Kohlmaier, III, director of the School of Continuing Education of the Spring Branch School District in Houston, Texas. Mr. Charles J. Heyda, Czech language instructor and a member of Lodge 88, Houston, is pictured at right. The allotment was awarded to the school to support the Czech lanuage program during the 1993-1994 school year.

INS. ISSUED $775,500.00 $2,566,340.00 $1,606,150.00 $1,000,000.00 $2,792,000.00 $740,500.00 $639,500.00 $265,000.00 S i 0,384,990.00

Fraternally,

Bernard M. Gebala, FIC Vice President —SPJSTINTEREST RATES ANNUITY I (Certificates Issued Prior to 4-1-93)

6.25% Annualized Effective 6-1-93 through 7-31-93

ANNUITY II (Certificates Issued 4-1-93 and After)

5.80% Annualized Effective 6-1-93 through 7-31-93

INTEREST RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE 7% Annualized Effective 6-1-93 through 7-31-93

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES

Make Plans to Attend State Royalty and Youth Achievement Days August 14th and 15th at Lodge 47, Seaton and the Mayborn Center, Temple

Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates

RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Home or Farm Mortgages: 71/4% for 1 to 7 years 71/2% for 8 to 15 years 7 3/4% for 16 to 20 years Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 91/2% for 10 years 9 3/4% for 11 to 15 years

June 27 June 27 July 10 July 11 July 17 July 18 August 1 August 1 Aug. 14-15 Aug. 21

District Three Youth Achievement Day, Lodge 66, Waco.

District Five Youth Achievement Day, Lodge 88, Houston.

District Four Youth Achievement Day, Lodge 160, Wall.

District Two Youth Achievement Day, Lodge 29, Taylor.

Tarok Tournament, Lodge 17, New Tabor.

District Seven Youth Achievement Day, Lodge 185, New Braunfels.

District One Youth Achievement Day, Lodge 13, Dime Box. District Six Youth Achievement Day, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje.

State Youth Achievement Day and Royalty.

Tarok Tournament, Lodge 92, Fort Worth.

—SPJST-

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 16, 1993

Letters from the Lodges Lodge 6, Cottonwood Reports on June Meeting We had our monthly meeting on Friday, June 4, 1993. A hot dog supper was served prior to our meeting. We all thanked Willie Mae Schuetz for serving the meal.

The meeting was called to order by President Johnnie Krizan. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.

We had 13 members present. The $5 door prize was won by Lydia Dobecka and the progressive door prize

Stepping Back in Time (Continued from page one Every Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer months—a festival is held to commemorate some event or trade of our forefathers.

On the first weekend in July, since 1991, a Roznov folklore festival and compatriots day is held. It is a gathering of "krajans" of ten countries. When our people were leaving the area for Texas, some were leaving for Sweden, Rumania, Bulgaria, Austria, Germany, etc.

In 1989, I was asked to bring a performing group from Texas for the 1991 event. The group, which included members of three groups from the Houston and Galveston area, was called "Cesi z Texasu." More than ten thousand people attended .

In 1992, a kolache festival was held on the same order of the kolache festival in Caldwell, Texas by the same team, plus George Hlavinka, as its leader. A huge crowd of 12,000 attended.

This year, on July 3rd and 4th, Texas will be represented by the Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas under the leadership of Carolyn Meiners of La Grange, Texas. A large attendance from Texas is also expected.

Other weekend attractions are as follows: Blacksmith Saturday-featuring a demonstration of the blacksmith handcrafts; the Helegonka Accordion Band and the Honey Festival, which features a demonstration of historical and modern beekeepers equipment.

Saturday, June 26th, and Sunday, June 27th will be observed as Wallachian Glassmaker days, featuring demonstrations of traditional glassmaking techniques. The glassmaker band from Karolinka will play all afternoon.

You will have time to arrange for airfare for some of these festivals. On Sunday, August 1st, singers Hana and Peter Ulrych will perform their songs.

Also coming in August: All day, on August 7th, there will be demonstrations on making whistles and pipes. The --iss band from Valasska Bys ce, vy with a long musicC tr_ There will also sf basket-making, ra. -_‘-rnaking anc. - p-ch broom-making.

Saturday, September 4th will include demonstrations of processing flax from retting to weaving.

was won by Anthony Rejcek, who was not present. June birthday celebrants were Willie Mae Schuetz and Georgia Skerik.

Our next meeting will be on Friday, July 2.

Don't forget about the Lodge No. 6 picnic on Sunday, July 18.

Jerelene Lenart, Reporter —SPJST-

24, Cyclone Summer Sale to Include Auction Lodge

Dear Members and Friends: Lodge No. 24, Cyclone invites everyone to join in on its Summer Countywide Garage Sale and Auction to be held at Flag Hall on July 10, 1993. The lodge hall is located approximately 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53.

Several sellers have signed up to parSunday, September 5th is Moravian Day, a full day program featuring brass, dulcimer and folk bands, and demonstrations of spinning at the spinning wheel.

Saturday, September 11th features the Wallachian Harvest festival and kolache festival.

The above listings are only ten of the many festivities held throughout the summer until the end of September.

There will also be something new and special for us this year. From December 11th until the 18th will be Texas Czech days. The program is titled Christmas in the Wallachian Museum. Thursday, December 16th features "an evening by candlelight," and on Saturday, there will be a Christmas fair, where you can buy the famous Czech Christmas tree ornaments. Other Christmas gift articles, such as hand-carved wood and crystal will also be available.

The holiday program is full of advent carols, memories, family atmosphere and good cheer. St. Nick and his angel and the devil will always be visible.

All of this is to say what a great Christmas present it would be for children or grandchildren. A once in a lifetime experience to bring them here for a true traditional Czech Christmas with plenty of snow. A large attendance is expected.

Local families are offering to open their homes for $15 per room, including breakfast for two. Driver transportation is also available.

In my next column, I will try to describe present-day living in Wallachia.

To close, here is recipe for cooking Wallachian sauerkraut soup: (Recipe makes five portions) Ingredients: 1 ounces of sauerkraut 52 ounces of water 1.8 ounces of oil, margarine or grease 7 ounces of sausage 0.7 ounces of flour Pepper, garlic, allspice, marjoram, and salt 4 ounces of potatoes Milk, cream Directions: Boil sliced sauerkraut. Make mixture from oil and flour and mix with water and boil together with spice for at least one hour. Add milk and cream. This was served as all day's meat.

Victor A. Peter Lodge 172, Pasadena Roznov, P.R. Czech Republic —SPJST-

ticipate in this sale, offering goods ranging from antiques and collectibles, arts and crafts to household items, clothing, musical instruments and homemade food items. Seller spaces are $20 each and can be reserved by calling David Vanicek at (817) 985-2228. To avoid disappointment, please call early to reserve your space.

As with previous sales, the July 10 sale will be conducted inside of Flag Hall; however, outdoor spaces will also be available for those individuals with bigger items to sell, such as large farm equipment,tractors, implements, automobiles or other large items to sell.

As an added attraction, the July 10th sale will feature an auction beginning at 4:30 p.m. Sellers who have purchased spaces will be able to put some of their merchandise into the auction. A small percentage of the sales proceeds will remain with the lodge. Likewise, lodge members and merchants wishing to contribute items to the auction sale will be greatly appreciated and acknowledged at the time of sale.

As always, an ample supply of good food and beverages will be available throughout the day of the sale.

Watch the Vestnik for more details as the sale and auction date approaches.

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 32, Victoria Members Enjoy Cookout On May 12th, our lodge had a cookout at DuPont Park. What a success!

About 40 people came out for a funfilled evening. Our thanks to Mike Ahlstrom for cooking the hamburgers and hot dogs and to Lois Elles for cooking the chili and beans—great cooks!

Our apologies to Theo and Sylvia Kocian for having to eat "bunless" burgers and dogs—we had a better turnout than we expected and they were the last to arrive. Next year we'll have extras!

A good time was had by all—from the youngest to the oldest—everyone enjoyed the park and fellowship.

We couldn't have asked for better weather . . . we'll be sure to do it again next year.

Our thanks to Franklin Elles for heading up and collecting everyone's plastic containers. He picked up plastic from lodge members and took it to the DuPont Plastic Recycling Day. We really appreciate him taking on this project to help our environment.

Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom, Reporter PS.—Our thanks to Vlasta Svoboda for sharing h& photographs of the cookout!

—SPJST-

from Lodge 32, Victoria Family Cookout in DuPont Park Scenes

A good crowd turned out to show their fraternal spirit at the cookout held May 12 in DuPont Park.

As the sun began to fade, members of Lodge 32, Victoria enjoyed a pleasant evening of good food and fellowship.

Pictured, from left, are Franklin Elles, Lois Elles and Adolf Motal.

Mike Ahlstrom, left, and Franklin Elles enjoy day's activities.

Wednesday, June 16, 1993—VESTMK/5

Lodge 35, Elk Reports on May Lodge Meeting The meeting was called to order by President Henry Breitkreutz on May 2, 1993.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Holly Dennis and Chris Breitkreutz.

Our visitors, Jeremy Adler, Brian Fierce, and Nathan Tierce, were acknowledged.

Secretary Virlene Kelley read the minutes from our April meetings. They were approved as read.

The treasurer's report was given by Nancy Milner. It was also approved as read.

The youth report was given by Barbara Pavelka. She reported that there were ten members, two social members, and three visitors present at their meeting. Camp and the trip to Six Flags Over Texas were discussed. The youth club then passed out flowers to the ladies of the lodge in observance of Mother's Day. May birthdays were then acknowledged. Celebrants included Wayland Callaway, Gene Edward Pavelka, and Gene Pavelka.

The Sunshine Committee reported that Mrs. Marvin Pavelka had an operation and is now doing fine.

There was no unfinished business.

There was no new business.

Francis Fabianke won the adult door prize.

Amanda Morton won the youth door prize.

There was a special door prize in honor of Mother's Day. It was won by Cindy Easter.

The appointment of the Standing Committees was deferred until next month.

Vernon Wood expressed thanks for flowers, cards, and telephone calls following his heart surgery.

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Submitted by, Virlene Kelley, Secretary —SPJST-

49, Rowena Reports on May Lodge Meeting

Lodge

Members of SPJST Lodge No. 49, Rowena, held their second quarterly meeting on May 5, 1993 in the Lodge Hall. President Elizabeth Walther con ducted the meeting in proper order.

The minutes were read and approved as read. The financial report was given

by Financial Secretary Elizabeth Urbanek.

Elizabeth Walther, president of Lodge No. 49, Rowena, presents SPJST scholarship to Jeff Schwertner, a member of the Lodge 49 Youth Club. Jeff, who will be attending Tarleton State University in the fall of 1993, plans to major

in wildlife science.

Jeff Schwertner, son of Maynard and Nancy Schwertner won the SPJST scholarship. The Schwertner family, by the way, is a 100 percent SPJST family.

Billie Rollowitz is a new member.

He was elected District Four S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Director to replace Emil Havlak, who had served for 29 years in the position and had asked to be replaced.

Other new members are Debby Schroeder, Mark Kalina, Paul Kalina, Donnie Ruppert, Robert Pospichal, Christopher Lee II, and John Harvey.

They were all accepted by the lodge.

Billie Rollowitz moved that we present a memorial to our Building Fund in memory of the late Mary Fisher. The motion passed.

Lodge No. 49 will be sponsoring an all-day Tarok tournament at a future date. The menu was discussed and agreed upon.

District Four Director Stanley Broz gave us an interesting report on District activities.

This year we have two fifty-year pin recipients: Elna Kvasnicka and Donnie Hale.

The SPJST Youth Club will hold a meeting in the lodge hall on the third Sunday of the month.

In other new business, Pat Tomlinson moved that we present Emil Havlak with a plaque for his many years of service to our local lodge and to the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes. The motion passed.

Attendance prizes were won by Pat Tomlinson and Lula Maracek. Both donated the money to the Birthday Club.

Nobody had celebrated a birthday since our last meeting.

Members voted to end the revolving attendance prize since no one whose name has been drawn has ever been present.

The President adjourned the meeting and served delicious refreshments of cold cuts, cheeses and crackers. Members enjoyed visiting in a fraternal spirit.

Pauline Shiller, Secretary

79, Corpus Christi Reports on May Lodge Meeting Lodge

Dear Members, The May 9 meeting honored all mothers with the men and youth clubbers doing all the work, serving, clean-up, etc.

It was very nice and those who didn't come really missed out on the delicious dinner, including a beautifully decorated cake. The tables were attractively decorated, thanks to Sister Glenda Elzner, Kay Majek, Cheryl Reyna and the youth club members.

After the dinner, the regular monthly meeting was held. The usual reports were made. In correspondence, a thank you letter from Habitat for Humanity for the April donations was read. A letter from Lodge No. 133, San Antonio was also read and concerning getting a count on how many were planning to attend the District Seven meeting. The May donation for $50 was made to Sokol, Corpus Christi to help pay for expenses.

There was a discussion on having a fund raiser function. It was suggested that we have an arts and crafts show at the hall in the summer—possibly in July. On a motion and second, authority for a committee was given to work out the details to have an arts and crafts show as a joint venture with Sokol, Corpus Christi and the lodge to go along. More details on this later.

One new member was accepted into membership. He is Brother John Huber.

Welcome and come visit us. Congratulations go to Sean Majek and Danny Elzner who have been selected for scholarship awards.

The next meeting will be on June 20, 1993 and the fathers will be honored with a dinner starting at 1 p.m. The

Lodge 79 Member Wins Pageant

Jerry William Elzner Jerry William Elzner, a member of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi, was the big winner in a Baby Pageant held recently by the Shriners in Corpus Christi. Jerry competed in the 17-18 month old Boys Group. He won First Place in Beauty, First Place in Personality and Third overall, and received three trophies.

Jerry is the son of James and Glenda Elzner and the grandson of Jerry and Millie Elzner. All are members of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. lodge will furnish the meat and members are asked to bring vegetables and desserts. The monthly meeting will be held after the dinner at around 2 p.m.

This will be for all families—and especially try to bring your fathers. Meetings are held at the SPJST Lodge No. 79Sokol Hall on 5502 Kostoryz Road in Corpus Christi.

See you on Sunday, June 20.

Fraternally, Helen Pavelka, Secretary —SPJST-

154 Member Josh Milan Sets National Record in Floor Exercises Lodge

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66, Waco Schedules Meeting for June 20th Lodge

Dear Members, Lodge 66, Waco will meet on Sunday, June 20th at 2:30 p.m.

The youth will be meeting at 2 p.m.

The fathers will be honored at this meeting. Members are asked to bring sandwiches or chips and dips. The rOdge will furnish dessert and drinks.

Fraternally, Bonnie Pruitt, Secretary —SPJST-

Josh Milan, a member of Lodge University. Featured at the meet were 154, Fort Worth and a recent graduate some of the best gymnasts in the counof Boswell High School, recently won try, but Milan said that the Texas team first place in the floor exercise and was not easily shaken. vault in a national meet in Marquette, "It wasn't that intimidating. When Michigan. His score of 19.5 in the you go into something like this, you floor exercise think that everyone broke the national is just world class. record.

But as you go on, "It was great. and you begin to Winning in any concentrate more, event would have all the nervousness been good, but to goes away. We break a record and were real team orieverything, it's just ented, so everyone incredible," Milan supported each other," Josh said. said. Milan placed fifth overall in the During a team meet. As a team, practice before the Texas was the competition, Milan overall champion, said that the nationedging Illinois and al meet would Virginia. probably be his Josh qualified last. And, even Josh Milan for the Texas team with his impressive with the impressive performance he performance at nationals, he said that recorded at the Texas state gymnastics he is not yet ready to back down from meet in April. Milan received state his decision to call it quits. honors in three events and set a record "It's hard to say, but there's a chance in the high bar routine. As a team, that I might look into walking on (at Boswell High placed third. The team's the University of Oklahoma), but I'm coach, incidentally, was Rome Milan, still pretty sure that this is it. It's a Josh's cousin. He also served as a good way to end," he said. coach for the Texas Nationals team.

Upon returning to Texas, Milan The meet was held between 36 sate learned that he had been accepted to teams in the Olympic Training Center Stephen F. Austin State University in on the campus of Northern Michigan Nacogdoches, Texas.

NIX—Wednesday, June 16, 1993

Lodge 88, Houston Hosts AARP Drivers Class July 15-16 Have you forgotten what happens on July 15-16 at Lodge No. 88?

Only 20 applicants have registered for the driving class and openings for ten more students exist—so, time could be running out if you plan to register.

The class time is the same as it has been for the past five years—from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. each day.

Check your records for the last class that you attended. If it has been three years or more, then you should call your fraternal activities coordinator at 6813304 in order to obtain a reduction in your automobile insurance premium.

All persons 50 years or older are eligible.

Fraternally, Homer Alexander Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-

183, Arlington Member Recalls "Good Old Days"

Lodge

Dear Members, For all of you members that have asked me to write another letter in the Vestnik, I will submit the following: first a statement that was handed to me at a party—author unknown.

For all of you members born before 1945: We are survivors! Consider the changes that we have witnessed. We were born before television, before penicillin, polio shots, frozen foods, Xerox, plastic, contact lenses, frisbees, and before "the pill."

We were before radar, credit cards, split atoms, laser beams and ballpoint pens; before panty hose, dishwashers, clothes dryers, electric blankets, air conditioners, drip-dry clothes and before man walked on the moon.

We got married and then lived together; how quaint can you be? In our time, closets were for clothes—not for "coming out of." Bunnies were small rabbits and not Volkswagens. Designer jeans were scheming girls named Jean or Jeanne, and having a meaningful relationship meant getting along well with our cousins.

We thought fast foods were what you ate during Lent, and outer space was the back of the Riviera Theater. We were before house-husbands, gay rights, computer dating, dual careers and computer marriages. We were before day care centers, group therapy and nursing homes.

We never heard of FM radios, tape decks, electric typewriters, artificial hearts, word processors, Yogurt, and guys wearing earrings. For us, time-sharing meant togetherness, not computers or condominiums; a chip ment a piece of wood; hardware meant hardware; and software wasn't even a word.

In 1940, "made in Japan" meant junk and the term "making out" referred to how well you did on your exams.

"McDonald's" and instant coffee were unheard of.

We hit the scene when there were five and ten cent stores where you could buy things for five and ten cents. Sander's or Wilson's sold ice cream cones for a nickel or a dime. For one nickel, you could

ride a street car, make a telephone call, buy a Pepsi or enough stamps to mail one letter and two postcards; you could buy a new Chevy coupe for $600—but who could afford one? Pity, too, because gas was 11 cents per gallon.

In our day, cigarette smoking was fashionable and grass was mowed; Coke was a cold drink, and pot was something you cooked in. Rock music was a Grandma's lullaby and "aids" were helping in the principal's office.

We were certainly not before the sexes were discovered, but we were before the sex change. We made do with what we had and we were the last generation that was so dumb as to think you needed a husband to have a baby! No wonder we are so confused and there is such a geheration gap today! But we survived!

What better reason to celebrate.

If we can go back a little farther to the 1930s, the post depression days were a little worse, and yet you hear some of the old timers speak of the "good old days."

They are not talking of the hardships that they had to endure nor the fact that most of them had very little money. They are talking about how friends, family and neighbors joined together and helped each other in the spirit of, "I will help you today, and you can help me tomorrow." And, they were talking about county meetings, city picnics, last day of school picnics and harvest fests where

everybody got together and had a feast and a lot of fun. Where young people met their sweethearts, danced, had a few drinks and forgot their troubles. People brought a covered dish and someone else donated a calf. Some of the men got together, dug a pit, and barbecued the calf and everyone had plenty to eat.

I remember one last day of school picnic when I was in the first grade. The school trustees furnished the stew meat, someone's mother furnished the wash pot to cook the meat and everyone that came brought a jar of canned vegetables and poured them into the pot. In those days, everybody had a garden and canned the excess to be eaten at a later date.

After everyone enjoyed their meal, the teachers of the two-room school put on a play for everyone to enjoy.

It was a great time for America. The stew reminds me of how America became such a great nation. All of the different vegetables mixed together in that stew is like all of the different races of people and their customs that were mixed in this nation. Together they combined to form a nation unlike any other.

Perhaps we are missing something today and are too independent and expect to be paid for everything that we do.

And, maybe we don't look at our friends and neighbors as some of the old-timers did. We don't seem to have enough time

Skyview Baptist Kitchen Band Performs at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 The Skyview Baptist Kitchen Band recently played for the residents of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1. They delighted the residents with their unique instruments, which included the tambourine, rub boards dressed like twins, banjo drums, spoons, bells, harmonica, wash tub drum, kazoo, ticktock xylophone, triangle and piano.

The band, which was organized on September 14, 1989, plays mostly gospel and church music. To date, they have played more than 311 engage-

ments. They especially enjoy playing for the nursing homes and the great fellowship that comes from performing.

The ages of the 15 band members range from 65 to 85. The leader of the band is Mr. Bob Martin. Mrs. Pauline Kovar wishes to thank this group for their time and the talent shared with the residents and staff of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1.

Sincerely, Mrs. Pauline Kovar (AD —SPJST-

Pictured above is the Skyview Baptist Kitchen Band of Austin, Texas under the leadership of Bob Martin.

S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 residents enjoy performance by the Skyview Baptist Kitchen Band.

to get together for some of the "good old days," today.

Lodge attendance is down and you hear grumblings of not enough time or that someone is not doing things the way it should be done. You also hear people say that if "old so-and-so" is there, they won't be there.

Perhaps we need to take a second look at fraternalism and realize that this nation could be even better than it is today if everyone would just get together and help each other in times when unemployment is high or pitch in and help our younger generation get started in life.

Everyone has been so busy just trying to make ends meet that we sometimes forget to help the younger generation.

Now, I would like to add a statement that appeared in the Local 218 UAW News: Are you a member—the kind that would be missed—or are you just contented that your name is on the list? Do you attend meetings and mingle with the flock? Or do you meet in private and criticize and knock? Do you take an active part to help the work along? Or, are you satisfied to be the kind who just belongs?

Do you work on committees, to this there is no trick, or leave the work to just a few, and talk about the clique? So come to the meetings often, and help with hand and heart. Don't be just a member, but take an active part.

Think this over folks, you know what is right and wrong. Are you just a member . . . or do you really belong?

In conclusion, I would like to share a tongue twister that appeared in Reminisce magazine sent in by James Fisher of Arkadelphia, Arkansas: A flea with flu met a fly in a flue. Said the flea with the flu to the fly, "Let's flee!" Said the fly without the flue to the flea, "Let's fly!" So, finally, they flew through a flaw in the flue.

Fraternally, Norman M. Kneschk —SPJST-

187, Round Rock Invites Members, Friends to Country Picnic Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, SPJST Lodge No. 187, Round Rock is hosting a Country Picnic on Sunday, June 27th, at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall.

Keep this date free so that you and your family can attend a day of fun and fellowship.

There will be activities for all ages (senior citizens to youth). The following activities are being planned: • Horseshoe Tournament (Adult and Youth) • Washer Tournament • Dominoes • Cards • Volleyball • Games for Young and Old • Basketball (if we have goals) Food and drinks are being provided by the lodge. Door prizes will be given and everything starts at 3 p.m. So, come early and enjoy a day with members and friends of Lodge 187. If you need more information, contact Red Oman, 7593600, Allene Leschber, 846-2871, Sharon Holman, 759-2625 or Joan Boydston, 863-3810.

Fraternally, Picnic Committee —SPJST-

Wednesday, June 16, 1993—VESTNIK/7

S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 Reports on Resident Activities Updates We would like to welcome Patricia Libby as the new Director of Nurses at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville.

There were no new residents in May. We regret the deaths of Paul Shafer and Lydia Kuecke. They will be missed by our staff and by the other residents.

Edna Mills is hospitalized in St. Luke's. We wish her a speedy recovery.

Frank Barrick is also hospitalized in Polly Ryan Hospital. We wish him a speedy recovery.

We are happy to welcome two residents back from Polly Ryan Hospital.

They are Marcella Steffek and Nora Priesmeyer.

We would like to acknowledge our great appreciation for the following donations: the watermelons that were donated by Carol Bosse, the bananas donated by AARP Chapter 1772, and the Herman Sons German Band Tape donated by Carol Bosse and Evelyn Gorka.

May Activities Every Monday morning, Olie Eixman, Willie Mae Tielke, Ruby Lee Oberhoff, and Alice Bergen came to have sing-a-long.

Every Tuesday morning, Frank Ramos or Linda Sober came to have Bible Study. In the afternoon, Annie Stavinoha, Ida Gasch, Toni Kramer, Erna Gorka and Adela Wadephul came to help with bingo.

Every Thursday morning, Father James Ramsey, Milton Legendre, Rosie Kovar and Annie Stavinoha with St. Michael's Catholic Church came to have mass.

Every Thursday afternoon, the Immanuel ladies, Presbyterian ladies, Catholic ladies, Damon ladies and the Methodist ladies took turns coming to have crafts for the residents.

Every Friday afternoon, Melva Hastings, Mildred Novak, Linda Sober, Maria Anzaldua, and Martha Marx came to roll hair.

Every Sunday morning, Annie Stavinoha and Rosie Kovar came to have Rosary. The Knights of Columbus came to deliver communion.

On Sunday, May 2, Rev. and Mrs. Knitt with the First Baptist Church conducted services.

On Wednesday, May 5, Rev. Bell, with the First Baptist Church had services.

Nursing Home Week Nursing Home Week started on May 9 with Mother's Day and ended on May 14th.

On Monday morning, May 10th, the residents released balloons with their names and addresses on them.

On Tuesday, May 11, Larry Ognoski and George Lolley came to sing and play music.

On Wednesday, May 12, Peggy and Patty came to sing. In the afternoon, there was a Recognition of Volunteers ceremony. Barbara Svatek, S.A.D. said a few words to the volunteers and expressed appreciation for their many services throughout the year. Sandy Jewell, administrator, presented certificates and expressed her appreciation to the volunteers. Door prizes were also awarded.

Rev Knitt was the guest speaker and delivered the closing prayer. The menu included sandwiches, chips, dips, a vegetable dish, egg salad, a meat tray, deviled eggs, celery and a cheese tray, fruit plate, cakes, cookies, pies, punch and coffee.

Rev. Avery with St. Paul's Presbyterian Church had services in the afternoon.

On Thursday, May 13, "A Special Place" day care children came to sing and perform for the residents.

On Friday, May 14th, "Open House" was held from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Punch, coffee and cookies were served.

The staff and residents were treated with a special meal at noon which featured barbecue brisket, coleslaw, potato salad, beans and all the trimmings, including lemon and pecan pie for dessert. Also invited was Mayor Kermit Blezinger, Dr. Sue Dandona and Chief of Police Arthur John Dorm Activity Round-Up On Monday afternoon, May 17, Ed Pisklak provided accordion music.

On Thursday afternoon, May 20, Garland Hurtye and Mary Goffinett with the Fort Bend Humane Society brought dogs for therapy.

On Monday afternoon, May 24, the Gulf Coast Czech Singers provided music for the residents.

On Wednesday afternoon, May 26, Rev Kuebler with the Church of Christ had services.

On Friday, May 28, in the afternoon, the Birthday Party was held for residents and staff. Louis Vacek entertained on the piano and sang "Happy Birthday" to all of the celebrants. A Flower and Gift Shop provided the corsages and boutineers. St. Michael's Altar Society provided the cakes. Ida Gasch and Melva Hastings helped serve the cake, ice cream, punch and coffee.

Residents celebrating birthdays in May included Lela Padgett and Milady Walenta. Staffers celebrating birthdays included Connie Harris and Nympha Moctezuma.

The residents enjoyed all of the activities during the month of May. Thanks to all denominations of churches and to the volunteers that provide services in the home for the residents.

Barbara Svatek, Activity Director —SPJST-

A Loving Tribute to Sister Vlasta Anna Koppa Dolkos Vlasta Anna Koppa Dolkos was born April 2, 1897 in Seaton, Austin County, Texas. She was the first born daughter of Frances Martinec and Josef J. Koppa, a pioneer member of the SPJST. As the years went by, Josef and Frances had five more children—two more daughters and three sons. Two of the boys were twins and died shortly after their birth.

Being the eldest of the children, Vlasta assumed her duties of helping her parents to do whatever she could on the farm. In those early days, a farming family's children accepted, without question, their contribution of energy in helping in the fields or kitchen.

Vlasta picked more than her share of cotton in her early years, always being the type of person that always did more than was expected of her. This trait remained with her in everything else that she would undertake—even if it involved self-sacrifice on her part.

The Koppa Family relocated a number of times through the years, because as the family grew, so did their needs.

The first move was to Clifton, in Bosque County, Texas, around 1900.

Their next move was to Rowena, in Runnels County, Texas in 1902, with the hope that a better living would be found there. Unfortunately, drought conditions that caused crop failures overwhelmed these expectations and the family move once again, this time to Temple, Bell County, Texas in 1906.

Crops there were bountiful, and although Josef Koppa had rented and share-cropped through these many years, he managed to save enough money to make a substantial down payment to purchase a tract of land in Tarrant county. The property was located near a small community once known as Lindberg. Only the possessor of a very old Texas state map will know where it was located, because this area was annexed into the city of Arlington, Texas 30 years ago and is now totally residentially developed.

Josef, along with the help of his brother, George Koppa, built the homestead where the family would remain.

All of this happened in 1915.

Vlasta worked hard in every way she could to help the family make ends meet. She, along with her two younger sisters, and one brother—who was now 10 years old—also helped when they were needed. While doing so, all of them attended school located a couple of miles away from the homestead.

Vlasta not only helped in the fields at harvest time, but she also helped in the kitchen, becoming an excellent cook—especially of delicious Czech food, pastries, and of course, kolaches.

As time progressed, Vlasta blossomed like a beautiful spring flower.

With such dazzling beauty at the age 23, she wasn't destined to be a single girl very long. She met a fine young man—an immigrant from Czechoslovakia named Rudolf Dolkos—and they married in 1920.

Two children were born to Vlasta and Rudolph—first a daughter, Mary Louise, and then, a year and a half later,

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Ed Pisklak performed some of the old favorites for residents of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 on May 17.

a son, Rudolph, Jr. was born.

An excellent homemaker, wife, mother, bookkeeper and, at times, a helper in Rudolph's auto repair business, Vlasta found the energy to attend our lodge dances. She loved to dance and she and Rudolph were two of the smoothest waltzers to watch on the dance floor.

Then World War II began and Rudolph, being too old to serve in the Armed Forces, closed his business and went to work for what was then known as Consolidated Voltee Aircraft Corporation. The company was building the B-24 Liberator Bomber at the time.

Doing this, Rudolph believed was contributing to the war effort and helping to provide the manpower needed to supply defense work needs.

On December 30, 1942, Rudolph was killed in a one-vehicle car accident.

His SPJST life insurance was a great help in paying his burial expenses.

Vlasta was left alone with her young son. She applied for a job and was hired at C.V.A.C. to work on a metal lathe until the war's end.

Needing a new job, Vlasta went to work as a nurses aid. She also sewed and hung custom-made draperies at her home. Earning a reputation as an excellent seamstress, she was asked if she would consider going to work for a well-known local furniture, customdrapery, and upholstery business. Vlasta worked very hard in the draperymaking business and opted to take early retirement in 1957.

Through the years, Vlasta has always loved our SPJST lodge. The lodge always gave her a feeling of belonging that is so important to everyone, and especially to a lodge sister widowed and alone. She participated in lodge functions as much as she could and went to all meetings, taking with her relative members who could no longer drive themselves. Vlasta was also an active member of the Lodge No. 92 Ladies Circle and an active member of of the Ladies Sewing Circle at her church which sewed priest's vestments and altar needs. She was honored for her beautiful work with an inscribed wall plaque that, to this day, hangs in her home.

In March 1969, Vlasta suffered a debilitating stroke that ended her caregiving ways. Henceforth, she was destined to be a care receiver. After a small recovery, she tired her best to maintain herself with family help at her home. Less than three years later, however, another stroke took its toll. This time the damage prohibited adequate home care and maintenance for Vlasta.

Vlasta Dolkos is now beginning her 20th year as a nursing home resident.

We are very thankful to still have her with us through all of these years.

Vlasta is one of the best daughters, wife, mother grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, that anyone has had or will ever know.

Respectfully submitted by her son, Rudolph J. Dolkos Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth —SPJST-

8/VESTNiK—Wednesday, June 16, 1993

Marek

Reunions Lesikar Family Reunion The descendants of Joseph and Annie (Skrla) Lesikar will meet for their third family reunion at the Barclay Community Center on Sunday, June 27, 1993.

Registration will begin at 10 a.m.

Family and friends are invited.

A family-style meal will be served at 1 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring enough food for their family.

Bread, tea, coffee and tableware will be provided.

For more information, contact Lee Roy Schiller at (817) 778-7741.

Thank you, Lee Roy Schiller

Family Reunion Once again, it is time for the reunion of the descendants of Vince and Victoria (Bulov) Marek. It will be held on Saturday, June 12th at the Taylor American Legion Hall, starting at 1 p.m.

There will also be a covered dish supper. Bring enough food for your family (meat and vegetable or meat and sweets).

There will be a cover charge of $2.50.

This charge is to cover the reunion expenses. Children under 12 will be admitted free.

The following items will be furnished: coffee, tea, ice, paper plates, napkins, knives, forks and bread.

For more information contact Edith Kaiser at (512) 352-6498 or Dorothy Kropp at (817) 527-4395.

SPJST-

SPJSTKelner Patak

Family Reunion As you may already know, a reunion of the descendants of John and Anna Patak is being planned for this summer.

The reunion will be on June 26, 1993 at the KJT Hall in Ennis, Texas. The afternoon and evening will consist of a social from 3 to 5. A barbecue dinner will be served at 5 p.m. There will also be a dance featuring the Sulak Brothers Band.

To offset the cost of food, refreshments, hall rental, etc., an admission price of $10 per person must be charged.

This price will apply to all persons six years of age and older.

We also ask that you bring a dessert.

In order that the Reunion Committee may have some idea of how many to prepare for, we ask that you please remit your payment by June 15, 1993 to either Joe S. Patak (Reunion President) or Dorothy Strunc (Secretary-Treasurer) Please pass this information on to all family members. Thank you and please plan to attend.

The Reunion Committee Dorothy Strunc Joe S. Patak 501 South Elm 102 Patak Road Ennis, TX 75119 Ennis, TX 75119 (214) 875-7628 (214) 646-5244

SPJSTDusek-Shenkir

Family Reunion The 34th annual reunion of the descendants of Vinc Dusek and Anna Jirasek, John Shenkir and Frances Dusek, and Vinc Shiller and Rosalie Dusek will be held on Sunday, June 27 in the VFW Hall in Taylor.

Registration begins at 10 a.m. and at noon, a catered barbecue meal with all the trimmings will be available. As always, please bring your favorite dessert.

All family members and friends are invited to enjoy the day and celebrate more than 120 years in Texas.

For more information, please contact Marietta Tucek of Route Two, Box 127, Taylor, Texas.

Don Schroeder, Reunion Secretary

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Family Reunion The Anton and Alouise Jancak Kelner descendants will hold their Eighth Annual Reunion at the American Legion Hall in East Bernard on Saturday, June 19, 1993. Activities are scheduled to kick-off at 4 p.m. Each family should bring a covered dish menu item.

Plates, napkins, drinks, etc, will be furnished. Donation item(s) for the auction to help raise money for future reunions will be appreciated. Music will be furnished.

Mrs. Tony (Helen) Kelner, Secretary 911 Avenue K Rosenberg, Texas 77471

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Sherek-Skrhak

Family Reunion The 16th annual Sherek-Skrhak family reunion will be held on Saturday, July 17, 1993 at the Granger Recreation Center in Granger, Texas.

Registration starts at noon and lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Each family is requested to bring a meat and vegetable and/or dessert. Drinks, plates, and utensils will be furnished. Auction items are needed to make for a better reunion next year. Please plan to attend.

Jeri Steger, President Sherek-Skrhak Reunion

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Elzner

Family Reunion The Elzner Family reunion will be held in San Antonio, Texas on July 17, 1993. We will be meeting at the Greater Northwest Country Club. The meeting starts at 2 p.m.

Our headquarters motel will be the Oak Hills Motor Inn. Call (210) 6969900 for reservations.

Don't forget to bring items for the prize drawing.

There are many things to see in San Antonio, so try and make this reunion.

For more information, call Carolyn Elzner at (713) 353-8388 or James Tepera at (512) 334-4965.

Submitted by Jerry Elzner

—SPJST-

In

Memoriam

Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge Stefanik, No. 142, Houston, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister, EMILY GAIDOSIK MYNAR, age 88, who died Saturday, May 8, 1993.

Mrs. Mynar was a longtime resident of Houston. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church and SPJST Lodge No. 142.

Mrs. Mynar is survived by her husband, Frank; a son, Malcolm Mynar and wife, Joy; grandsons, Jay and Mary Mynar; a sister, Sophia Baty; brothers Delphine and Frank Gaidosik, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, May 10, 1993 at 3 p.m. in the Chapel Heights Funeral Home, 1317 Heights Blvd. Interment followed in the Woodlawn Cemetery.

May she rest in eternal peace forever.

Resolution Committee, Rosie Tumis Rita Hermis Elizabert Hermis —SPJST----

Resolution of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 92, in Fort Worth, Texas, wish to express heartfelt sympathy on behalf of our entire membership, to the family of EMILY "MILLIE" MILLER, a homemaker, who died on May 18, 1993 at her Fort Worth home at the age of 86.

Sister Miller was born in Cameron, Texas and was a member of the Disciples of Christ. She was the widow of B. Walter Miller. She was retired as a book binder for Motheral Printing Company and was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 92.

Her survivors include .a son, Bennie D. Miler of Fort Worth; a sister, Lillian Solach of Fort Worth; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Graveside service were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 21, 1993 at Shannon Rose Hill Memorial Park with Dr. Phillip Chackow, minister of the Hillside Memorial Christian Church, officiating.

Arrangements were by Shannon Rose Hill Funeral Home.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Rose Jaworski Victoria Murphy Emory Davenport

—SPJST-

of Sympathy

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We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 92 in. Fort Worth, Texas, wish to express heartfelt sympathy on behalf of our entire membership, to the family of ALBINA M. "BENNIE" BARTEK, a homemaker, who died on Saturday, May 22, 1993 at a River Oaks Nursing

Home. She was 97.

Sister Bartek was born in Bell County and moved to the Fort Worth area in 1918. She had been a member of SPJST Lodge No. 92 since 1914 and a member of the Ladies Circle.

Her survivors are a half-sister, Frankie Maresh of Taylor and several nieces and nephews.

A Rosary was held at 6:30 p.m. at Shannon North Funeral Chapel on Monday, May 24 and the Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, May 25, 1993 at All Saints Catholic Church were she was a member of the Immaculate Heart Society.

Rev. Willie Botik officiated. Interment was held at Mount Olivet cemetery with arrangements by Shannon North Funeral Home.

It is suggested that memorials be made to All Saints Catholic Church or to SPJST Lodge No. 92, 3316 Roberts CutOff, Fort Worth, Texas 76114.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Rose Jaworski Victoria Murphy Emory Davenport —SPJST--

Resolution of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 94, Dennice, Wheelock, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sympathy to the bereaved family of our lodge sister, VICTORIA ELIZABETH NOVOSAD, age 101, who died on May 15, 1993, in the St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan, Texas.

Funeral services for Victoria Amalie Elizabeth Scasta Novosad were held at 4 p.m. on May 21, 1993, at Hillier Funeral Home in Bryan, Texas. Burial was in the Wheelock Cemetery. The Rev. Henry Beseda; a retired minister, Joe Louis Scasta and Dr. Charles Novosad, Jr. officiated.

Sister Novosad was born in Smetana and was a lifelong resident of the Brazos Valley. She was a homemaker, a Protestant and the oldest living member of SPJST Lodge No. 94.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles L. Novosad, Sr.; two daughters, Lena Milberger and Elsie Nemec; four brothers, Jerry Scasta, Charlie Scasta, Joe Scasta and Albert Scasta; two sisters, Christina Scasta and Millie Jez; and an infant daughter.

Survivors include a son, Dr. Charles L. Novosad, Jr. of Pojoaque, New Mexico, and an adopted son, Larry Herrera of Los Angeles; a daughter, Mildred Henzler of Bryan; a brother, George Scasta of College Station; a sister, Lena Wilson of Wheelock; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-greatgrandchildren.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Lillie Mae Dickson Vlasta Blazek —SPJST-

Memory of Victoria Novosad In

July 18, 1891-May 15, 1993 This pioneer lady went to her wedding in a buggy and saw the landing on the moon.

Her legacies include: 1. Concern that we accept God takes any form;

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2 Concern that hate disappears and we leave vengeance to God; 3. Concern that we recognize that each group of people and nature have different "Sons" of God; 4. Concern that there will be peace on Earth only when we recognize the above; 5. Concern that one has faith in themselves and their God through His Son(s); 6. Concern that one not question the Acts of God; 7. Concern for preserving our environment; 8. Concern that events of World Wars I and II do not reoccur; 9. Concern that we use the cerebral intellect that God gave us wisely.

Submitted by Charles L. Novosad, M.D.

—SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Academy SPJST Lodge No. 177, in behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister, RAMONA R. ASHBY McHARGUE, who died Sunday, May 16, 1993 at her home at the age of 51.

Mrs. McHargue was born at Reed's Lake to D. 0. Ashby and Vada Ruth Riddle Ashby. She lived in the Academy area most of her life. She attended Academy School and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Academy, where she taught Bible school. She was a member of the Eastern Star, was on the Little League board in Academy, coached Little League and was a member of the Little River-Academy Youth Boosters and Academy SPJST Lodge No. 177.

She was preceded in death by her father and a brother, Tommy Ashby.

Survivors are her husband, Wayne McHargue of Academy; a daughter, Leisha Smith of Temple; a son, Martin Hitt of Academy; a stepson, Russell McHargue of Austin; her mother, Vada Ashby of, Little River; and five brothers, Jimmy Ashby of Reed's Lake, Dale Ashby of Little River, Charles Ashby of Belton, Roy Ashby of Davilla and Joe Ashby of Sparks.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 18, 1993 at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Academy with the Rev. Lain Teel officiating.

Burial was in Reed's Lake Cemetery, with Sheffield Funeral Home in charge.

May our departed lodge sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Cpmmittee Libbie Bartek Theresa Baca Louis Driska

SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy The members of El Campo-Hillje SPJST Lodge No. 40 wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of ALBERT E. KRESTA Brother Albert E. Kresta, 83, of El Campo, died May 3, 1993 after an extended illness.

Brother Kresta was born on March 18, 1910, in Moulton, Texas to the late Annie Technik and Frank Kresta. He was a farmer, a rancher, a member of St. John's

Catholic Church in Taiton, Knights of Columbus-El Campo, KJZT and a lifetime Trustee of El Camp-Hillje SPJST Lodge No. 40. In 1987, Brother Albert was the first member to be elected as Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge No. 40. He joined the SPJST on May 17, 1947 and was a faithful member and worker.

He is survived by his wife, Agnes Soctha Kresta of El Campo; four sons, Albert Kresta, Jr. of El Campo, George Kresta of Brazoria, James Kresta of Houston and David Kresta of Austin; two brothers, Frank Kresta of Rockport and Victor Kresta of Houston; 15 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, May 4, at Triska Funeral Home Chapel. A Knights of Columbus wake service followed the rosary. A KJZT rosary was held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, at St. John's Catholic Church.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m.

Wednesday, May 5 at St. John's Catholic Church in New Taiton with Msgr. J.A. Petru officiating. Burial was held at St. John's Cemetery under direction of Triska Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were Paul, Greg, Alton, Kurt, Anthony Alan, Tim and Keith Kresta.

Fraternally submitted by Rita J. Vanek, President Lodge 40

—SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy Be it resolved that we, the officers and members of Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, of East Bernard, extend our profound sympathy to the bereaved family of our brother, WALTER J. WASICEK, SR., who passed away May 4, 1993, on his 85th birthday, in the Gulf Coast Medical Center in 'Wharton, after a prolonged illness.

Brother Wasicek was born on May 4, 1908 to Emma (Vick) and John Wasicek and was a 57-year member of Lodge Karel Jonas.

After college, Brother Wasicek taught school in Burleson County. From there, he not only taught, but was also the superintendent of the Wallis Independent School District for 30 years. After retiring, he joined the faculty at Sealy High School in Sealy where he continued to teach for an additional 12 years.

Of his many accomplishments, Brother Wasicek was a past Master of the Masonic Lodge A.F. & A.M. of East Bernard, served as fire chief of the Wallis Volunteer Fire Department, was a past president of the Wallis Chamber of Commerce, served as a member and secretary of the Wallis City Council and was also the scoutmaster of the Wallis Boy Scout Troop.

Services were held in the Knesek and Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Wallis and interment was in the Wallis City Cemetery with the Rev. Sandra Kimbro officiating.

Pallbearers were Riggie Ammons, Leroy Greds, Eldon Korenek, Dennis Korenek, John Holecek and Wilber Smith.

Surviving him are his wife, Rosie, of Wallis; two sons and their wives, Walter J., Jr. and wife, Joanna, of Pinehurst, Davis and wife, Debbie of Houston; four sisters, Ella Mielsch of Bay City, Emma Sklar of Richmond, Frances Tichacek and Elma Schiller, both of East Bernard.

Brother Wasicek was preceded in death by his mother, father, step-mother and two sisters.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Fraternally, Joseph D. Nezval, President A.J. (Tony Kelner), Vice President and F.A.C. Helen A. Kelner, Secretary/Treasurer

—SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the members and officers of Lodge 24, Cyclone, express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, JOE GEORGE MACEK, age 64, who passed away recently.

Mr. Macek was born to Joseph S. Macek and Mary Mayer Macek in Red Ranger , where he was educated. He married La Rita Wilks Kirby on June 27, 1962. A lifelong resident of Bell County, he farmed in the Red Ranger and Zabcikville areas. He was a member of the Rogers Church of Christ and was a longtime member of SPJST Lodge No. 24.

Survivors are his wife, LaRita Macek of Zabcilcville; two sons, Stanley Thomas Kirby, Jr. of Leander and Jerry Macek of Houston; a daughter, Melissa Everett of Temple; a sister, Emily May of Little Flock; and four grandchildren.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Carol Chervenka Arleen Mayeux

Jason Lesli HuVar Receives Catholic Priesthood At a Pontifical Mass of Ordination celebrated by Bishop Richard N. Williamson of the Society of St. Pius X, Jason Leslie HuVar received the Catholic Priesthood on April 24, 1993. The mass was held at the convent of the Franciscan Minimas of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour in Mexico City, Mexico.

—SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 84, Pokrok, Dallas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sympathy to the bereaved family of our lodge sister, ANASTASIE ZHANEL ATHAS, who passed away on May 4, 1993 at the age of 63. Stacy, as she was called, was a member of many Czechoslovakian fraternal organizations. They were: the Czech Culture Society of Dallas, past president of K.J.Z.T., SPJST Lodge No. 84, W.F.L.A. No. 401, Circle of Czech Ladies in Dallas, and others. She was very instrumental in organizing the DallasBrno, Czechoslovakia Sister City program. She was also a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Garland.

She is survived by her husband, Angelo Athas, of Garland; one daughter, Sherri and son-in-law, Kim Williams; grandson, Jeremy; and granddaughter, Angela Williams of Mesquite; three sons, Thomas Athas of Grapevine, Texas, Paul and his wife, Jennifer Athas, and grandson, Nathan of Plano; John and his wife, Rose Marie Athas, and grandson, Vincent of Culver City, California; two sisters, Mary Vrana and Cecilia Blazek of Ennis.

Rosary was recited on Thursday, May 6, 1993 at the Sparkman-Crane Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial was on May 7th at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church. Rev. James R. Sharp was celebrant. Entombment was at Sacred Heart Mausoleum in Rowlett, Texas.

May our departed sister rest in peace and her memory remain with us forever.

Resolution Committee, Evelyn Salac Betty Lea Olson —SPJST-

Fr. Jason Leslie HuVar Fr. HuVar celebrated First Solemn Masses of the Latin Tridentine Rite at Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel in Mexico City, Queen of Angels Chapel in Dickinson, Texas and at the Assumption Chapel in St. Mary's, Kansas.

Fr. HuVar will be stationed in Mexico City and service chapels throughout Mexico. Fr. HuVar is a member of SPJST Lodge No. 32, Victoria and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. HuVar of Dickinson, Texas. Anyone wishing to writer Fr. HuVar may write: Fr. Jason L. HuVar Jaime Tones Bodet 237 Colonia Station, Maria La Ribera 06400 Mexico City, D.F. Mexico Phone: 011-52-547-4324 —SPJST-

Meeting of Czech Ex-Students Scheduled June 19

Annual

The Czech Ex-Students Assocaition of Texas (CESAT) will hold the annual meeting for all members on Saturday, June 19, 1993 at Seaton Star Hall (SPJST Lodge No. 47), which is located just off Highway 53, five miles east of Temple.

The meeting, which will be called to order by President Woody Smith at 2 p.m. will cover the program and activities for the forthcoming year.

All CESAT members are urged to attend this meeting and interested guests will be most welcome.

Charles J. Heyda CESAT Publicity Director —SPJST-

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 16, 1993

Wharton County Czech Heritage Society Meets The Wharton County Czech Heritage Society met in the Hustchins Building at the Wharton County Junior College on Tuesday, June 1 at 7 p.m.

President Marie Matcek made several announcements. Several members from the Wharton County chapter had attended the Czech Heritage Society state meeting in Fayettville in April. The local chapter also gave scholarships to Tria Molberg of Louise and Lachell Bacak of El Campo-- both 1993 graduates.

President Matcek also announced that the seventh annual National Czech Festival will be held in Wilbur, Nebraska.

Angela Young of the Harris County

chapter will represent Texas at the National Czech Festival and will compete for the the of Miss Czecho-Slovak USA. Program Chairman Ken Wall introduced two young men, Dalibor Matula and Bretislav Matula, who are brothers and live in a small village in Hajov, Moraviz in the Czech Republic. The two, who are graduates of the University of Brno in Moravia, participated in a round table discussion with members.

The brothers are guests of Ed and Anna Krpec of Houston for one year.

The next meeting will be on the first Tuesday in September. The meeting adjourned with a social and refreshments.

Music was furnished by Frank Milder on the accordion.

Presented by Ethel Kuzell Meek

SPJST-

From the State Youth Director Vestnik Project for Tune

CZECHOSLOVAKIAN EMBROIDERY Czech embroidery designs are motifs handed down through the centuries and have been compiled in treasured volumes by historians over hundreds of years.

The embroidered art is based on a natural longing for beauty, most often, that of nature. Brilliant colors of red, blue, yellow, green, black and white are used to create a flower garden look.

Embroidered motifs are faithfully reproduced and found on linens, pottery, wood carvings, furniture and walls in

homes of many Czechs. Most designs are spontaneous and creative arrangements used over and over, combining beautiful work with fluted glass beads, sequins, volumes of lace, eyelet and ribbon.

Today, Czechs continue to successfully combine traditional and modern techniques to produce beautiful motifs.

From the book, Czech Folklore, by Vladimir and Delores Kucera.

SPJST-

JUNE VESTNIK PROJECT QUESTIONS

and Reflections on My Visit to Texas

Notes

1. Embroidered art is based on what natural longing?

by Dr. Erich Sefcik, Silesian Museum, Opava, Silesia Thanks to CESAT, Dr. Clint Machann, and Kevin Hannan, I was able to gain some insight into how the descendants of Czech immigrants in Texas preserve their heritage. The preservation of this heritage may be seen in several areas: (1.) The establishment of a Czech chair at the University of Texas—Austin; (2.) The publication of Czech periodicals such as Nasinec, Hospodar, and the Czech supplement to Vestnik; (3.) Organizations devoted to the preservation of Czech heritage; (4.)

The establishment of various museums, libraries, and memorials; (5.) The publication of various materials; and (6.)

Lectures and organizational meetings.

It would seem with these activities that it would be easy to obtain resources describing the Czech heritage of Texas, but this is not strictly the case.

On the one hand, we must be grateful that some private organizations and institutions in Texas support different activities aimed at strengthening the Czech heritage and culture. I had the opportunity to see many monuments and buildings erected by Czechs (for example: churches, halls, rectories, etc.). I have to say that I was surprised at the good condition of all of these.

Thanks to SPJST and KJT, I also had the opportunity to visit several expositions dealing with the history of CzechMoravians in Texas and in Europe.

On the other hand, I must say that some of these efforts seem rather onesided and uncoordinated. It sometimes seems that the study of Czech heritage is reduced to genealogy. Such efforts in genealogy are certainly of permanent value and several of these studies are significant—even for people living today in the Czech Republic. But such efforts benefit only a small number of people. What I found missing were studies dealing with the following: The history of Czech settlement in Texas, linguistics, ethnography, musicology, theatre, and literature. I found no monographs dealing with the history of the individual cities and towns where immigrants settled and lived.

I must comment on another point as well. It seems that there is practically no coordination among the Czech communities in America. People in one community know nothing about what members of another community are doing. Cooperation occurs sporadically.

I think that it would be helpful if there

were some coordinating organization that could provide information on Czech organizations. I realize that it would be difficult to create such a body, but perhaps, someday a way to solve this problem can be found.

I visited the SPJST Museum in Temple. The fine exhibits there and the library offer much information on the history of Czech settlement in Texas. In the museum, there are numerous exhibits. It is unfortunate that these exhibits are not being used for research.

By research, I mean studies devoted to the history of the literature, journalism, folk theatre, and music of the immigrants in Texas. Studies such as these would not only contribute towards the general knowledge about the Czechs of Texas, but would also benefit the Czechs in Europe.

I noticed the absence of one more thing. As far as I know, in Texas (as well as in other states) there is no central archive where the "paper inheritance" of Czech Texas is preserved. I wonder where all of those documents and papers written in Czech and dealing with the Czech community are preserved? Are these papers preserved by the individual families or are they hidden in some museum or record office?

While in Texas, I noticed a great number of abandoned buildings, such as schools, halls, and farms—all of which could be converted into museums of Czech spiritual life, education, or farming. Why, for example, could not the old school building in Dubina be converted into a museum with an exhibit dealing with this historic community?

I saw a deserted farm in Caldwell.

Maybe this farm, or some other one, could become a museum of Czech farming in Texas. I realize that such projects present numerous difficulties.

In addition to the problem of financing, there is the question of researching the authentic Moravian and Silesian influences evident here, but I think that this problem could be solved by some skilled researchers.

In conclusion, I wish to express my deep gratitude to all of my friends in Texas. In addition to the organizations and individuals mentioned above, I would like to thank Mr. John Sykora of Dallas, Mr. M. Ondrasek and Mr. D. Chroust from Bryan, Mr. V. Petr from Pasadena, Mr. A. Pechal of Temple, and the Vaculik family of West.

2. What primary colors are used to produce flower garden motifs?

3. Czech motifs are found where in Czech homes?

4. Most of the designs are

and arrangements.

5. Name other items which are used to enhance the motif design.

6. Today, Czechs continue to successfully combine and

techniques to produce beautiful motifs.

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Youth Leader Mail Completed Contests to: Joni Lange • State Youth Director—SPJST P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

Important Dates and Coming Events August 14 August 15

State Royalty and Beseda, Lodge No. 47, Seaton State YAD, Mayborn Center, Temple

District I District II District III District IV District V District VI District VII

July 16-19 July 20-26 July 12-15 July 30-Aug. 1 July 22-25 June 18-20 July 27-30

Camp Dates Camp Val Verde Camp Val Verde Camp Val Verde Camp Butman H. E. B. Camp Camp Lone Star Camp Val Verde

District Youth Achievement Days District I District II District III District IV District V District VI District VII

August 1 July 11 June 27 July 10 June 27 August 1 July 18

Lodge 13, Dime Box Lodge 29, Taylor Lodge 66, Waco Lodge 160, Wall Lodge 88, Houston Lodge 40, El Campo/Hillje Lodge 185, New Braunfels

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Youth Section Letters District Two Camp Chaperone and LIT Meeting June 17 Dear Members, A reminder to all youth leaders, camp chaperones and LITS of our annual precamp meeting which will be held on Thursday, June 17 at 7 p.m. at Lodge No. 187, Round Rock. A meal will be provided. Desserts will be appreciated.

It's very important for each of you to attend. There is much to be discussed for this year's camp. We are still in need of chaperones—especially males—for both camps. I would appreciate your help. We always have a great time and what a great reward you have to take home—the friendship of many youth who will always remember you. Please contact your youth leader if you are able to chaperone.

All seven of the youth clubs in District Two had a participant at the LIT workshop held last weekend in La Grange. Those attending were Jason

Bacon (18), Patti Teague (20), Danny Baker (24), Christie Haag (29), John Hoelscher (47), James Kortis (47), Gary Skrabanek (47), Melanie Koslovsky (47), Andy Wuensche (48), Paul Faulk (48), Renelle Wright (177), Carey Holman (187) and Allyson Holman (187).

A special big thank you to Bill Holman (187) for chaperoning. I look forward to working with each of you at camp.

Please remember to turn in your YAD cards ASAP to your youth leaders.

See you on Thursday in Round Rock.

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two D.Y.C. —SPJST-

Six Camp Scheduled for June 18-20

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Dear Vestnik Readers, District Six Camp is coming up very soon. I just wanted to remind everyone that camp will be June 18-20 at Camp Lone Star in La Grange. Items you will need to bring are bed sheets, pillow, towels, clothes, bathing suit, beach towel, sunscreen, toiletries, good walking shoes, a water gun and a tlash light. I ask_ that all campers arrive at Camp Lone

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Name Youth Leader Mail Completed Contests to: Joni Lange State Youth Director—SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Star by 3:30 p.m. that afternoon. Please don't be late. If there is any item you may need to bring for craft or costume, you will be notified before camp of this.

Please do not bring coolers with food or drinks in them. They are not allowed in the cabins and we will have plenty of refreshments provided. I hope that everyone is looking forward to a funfilled weekend. I know that I am. See you on the 18th.

I would also like to thank everyone who helped out and participated in the District Six Prize Drawing. It was a huge success. Thank you to all those who donated to the prize drawing. Your generosity was very much appreciated.

Also, to all of the youth who did a marvelous job selling prize drawing tickets, thank you. Without your commitment to selling the tickets, the project would not have been such a huge success.

I would also like to thank Assistant D.Y.C. Karen Kaspar and Georgia Dorotik for their help in organizing and overseeing the prize drawing. I really appreciate all of your time and effort.

Once again, thank you to everyone for all your help in making the District Six Prize Drawing Fun Raiser such an enormous success.

Fraternally Marcy Dorotik District Six D.Y.C. —SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Holds May Meeting Dear Vestnik Readers, The Snook Youth Club had their monthly meeting on May 12. We had a good time because after the meeting, Mrs. Jakubik gave us a weiner roast. Mrs. Susan Skrabanek and other New Tabor members came to our meeting, too.

Our next meeting will be June 2.

Sincerely, Jason Gaas (6-8-93) SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Meeting Delayed Dear Readers, Our May meeting was delayed because of heavy rains. Our guest speaker was Mrs. Susan Skrabanek. She talked to us about YAD. We had a fun time at the weiner roast.

Sincerely, Randall See (16) (5-23-93) —SPJST—

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Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Performs Skit at District Meet

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Reports on May Meeting

Lodge 84, Dallas Teen Club Prepares for Summer Fun

Dear Vestnik Readers, The District One Spring Meeting was in Snook. The Snook Youth Club participated by having a skit. My sister and I also gave an illustrated talk on "Fire Safety in the Home."

We had a good time.

Sincerely, Jason Gaas (6-8-93)

Dear Readers, The May 23, 1993 meeting of the Lodge No. 24 Youth Club was called to order at 2:10 p.m. by President Jeffrey Ashcraft. Jeffrey Posvar led the Pledge of Allegiance and members remained standing for a moment of silent prayer.

The register was read. There were twelve members present and five adults.

The minutes were read and approved.

Jennifer Ashcraft gave the treasurer's report and the balance.

At our meeting we installed the officers. The new 1993-94 officers are President Danny Baker, Vice President Tammy Baker, Secretary Jeffrey Posvar, Treasurer Harold Vanicek and Reporter David Macek. After we installed officers, we all had refreshments. The meeting was adjourned at 2:55 p.m.

Fraternally, Tammy Baker, Reporter —SPJST-

Dear Readers and Youth Members, It's that time of year again. Time to prepare for YAD and summer fun! That also means it is time for our Teen Club's preparations for the Princess Ball in July.

There are several activities and fun raisers coming up that are part of these festivities.

On June 13, we will discuss these activities at our monthly meeting. For some of us, this year is our last official year as youth members. It is with a tug of regret that we work on our final projects as youth. It is also a time when all of us in the SPJST can use our seniority in the youth clubs to help the younger members be encouraged to stay in there and participate as many years as they can. Eventually, the training we all receive will translate into more effective adult members of this organization.

We senior teens are looking forward to one more year of guidance from our leaders, "Mama" Bessie Petr, Lynda Novak, Justine Adreason-Yeager, Carolyn Ondrusek, and all the parents who help. Their influence will always be with us, and just maybe, we will be of some help to them as our time is coming.

—SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Enjoys Weiner Roast Dear Readers, For our May meeting, we had our District I Youth Director Susan Skrabanek visit and talk to us about YAD. We also had a weiner roast sponsored by Granny Jakubik. We thank you.

Fraternally, Rebekah See (16) (5-22-93) —SPJST-

Get Ready!

District Youth Achievement Days Are Just Around the Corner

Don't forget to bake for the sale on July 2 at Rudolph's!

Fraternally, Keri Andreason (17) Leslie Barnes (17) Tony Mayes (17) (6-3-93) —SPJST-

Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club Visits Botanical Gardens Dear Readers, On May 16, we had a District Seven meeting in San Antonio, Texas. The youth of District Seven went to the Botanical Gardens. We had a great time.

There were 26 of us.

It was a great day for exploring these pretty gardens. There was everything, from native Texas plants and the blind garden to the Japanese garden. The conservatory was also very interesting and the children's garden was neat. In the spring and fall, the children tend an organic garden where they raise big juicy tomatoes.

School is out now, so get to work on your Y.A.D. projects.

Kara Morrisey, Reporter —SPJST-

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Pferov a eeskobratrskST biskup Jan Blahoslay.

—Eulogicki vzpominkaVenovano mym p •atelum, iivfm i na veenost odesalfm exulandim, od anora 1948 ai do listopadu 1989.

Sepsal John J. Karas z Houstonu.

DesitidilnY Mimic — druha east.

Pokraovani z minuleho Vestniku Svedy u Pferova mistrne zachycuje tee historickY roman Jeeminktilv navrat od Franti g ka Kupky. (Mimochodem; kniha Jeeminktilv navrat je pokraeovanim knihy Rikali mu Jeeminek.) Hrdina obou techto historickYch romanii je Jifi z Chropyne, narozenY v jeemenu, kterY byl v jinogskem veku pano gem a pak sekretafem zimni kralovny AlIbety.

Progel exilem ye slunach zimniho krale v Sedmihradsku, v Turecku, v Benatkach, v Holandsku a v nemeckem PorYni; byl pfitomen gvedskeho vylodeni v Pomofanech v roce 1630 a byl svedkem smrti gvedskeho krale Gustava Adolfa v bitve u Liitzenu v Sasku 16. listopadu 1632.

Nakonec gvedskY plukovnik Jeerninek zmizel z Olomouce a tajne se vratil do rodneho hanackeho mesteeka Chropyne u Pferova. Tu sjednotil chropyfiske a dal gi vesnieany z Troubek, z Bfestu, ze Zalkovic, z Kyselovic, z Man, ze Ska gtic, ze Zafiei, z Hu'Ina, z Liteneic, z Kotojed a dalgich obci Pferovska k boji proti kontribucim, vYpalnemu a proti ruznYm pene2nim davkam, ktere "vybirali" tu tahnouci Mansfeldovi cisafg ti, Danove, Kozaci, Valdgtejnovy roty, italske oddily Piccolominiho, Fajkulovi Finove, Gallasova sebranka z cele stfedni Evropy, Krobati cili Chorvati anebo lotrovske regimenty Estoncli Gallas, velitel cisafskeho (habsburskeho) vojska tehdy u Kojetina se boje bal' Torstenson se rovne2 u Tovaeova neh'bal, ale jeho spi2ovne oddily loupily ye vychodni easti Pferovska, v Lipniku nad Beevou a v Hranicich, a pak v Novem Jieine, ve Fulneku a v Ostrave. Torstenson tak domahal plukovniku Fajkulovi dr2et Olomouc.

V tuto dobu meli Chropyn gti s okolnimi vesnicemi od kontribuci pokoj, jeliko2 Sveclove rabovali jinde a cisafgti proste na Jeerninkovy povstalce nestaelli. K rychlemu se zbaveni.

Tohoto trnu na svem boku, cisaf gti -doe Kupkova historickeho romanu -- se tajne spojili se Svedy, dle hesla Teel sveti prostfedky, a pak spoleene, z jine strany, selske vzboufence krutem boji rozpra g ili. Vzpoura skoneila vzdanim se zbytku obklieenYch v zarnku, kdy2 Jim dont) stfeiivo. RarienY Jeeminek zmizel za humny v Markrabinach v jeemeni. ---Mesto Pferov se zany vzpamatovaio z tragicke 30. valky dik sve poioze, ktera je ueinila giroko daieko znamYrn femeslnYm i obchodnim stfediskem Moravy. Vlivem teto skuteenosti se v letech 1714-1850 Remy stal sidelnim

mestem rozsableho spravniho celku -tzv. Pferovskeho kraje sahajiciho svYmi hranicemi g na morayskoslovenske pomezi. Stagnace v prvni polovine 19. stoleti byla odstranena postavenim 2eleznice Viden Pferov v roce 1841. Tato time byla pak prodlogena do Krakova v kratce nato mel Pierov spojeni i s Prahou a koneene v roce 1870 i s Brnem. Pferov pak zahy ziskal povest stiediska prlimyslu zemedelskYch stroll", potravindfskeho prlimyslu, zejmena pivovarnictvi a cukrovarnictvi a chemickeho priimyslu, pfedevgim umelYch hnojiv. Z Pferova sly na export do cele Evropy transmise, spojky, vodni turbiny a dopravni zafizeni vgeho druhu. Mesto Pfermi je od roku 1925 zname vYrobou kufril a kgene galanterie. KAZETO (Karel Zejda' Toyama) bylo a je nejvet gi zavod tohoto druhu ye stare vlasti. (Zejdovi a moji rodiee byli pfatele.) V roce 1933 vznikla tu firma Meopta, ktera byla a je nejvet g im vYrobcem optickomechanickYch pfistrojii ye stare vlasti. V roce 1872 vznikl v Pferove konopalskY prurnysl jeho2 pokraeovatelkou je tovarna Juta je2 je ye stare vlasti nejvet gim vYrobcem komerenich konopnYch motouth a jutovYch pythl. V telkem strojirenstvi, jsou tu velke zavody Pferovske strojirny, ktere byly v gak postaveny za! komunistli. Z pfedvaleeneho priimyslu jsou zde na pfiklad SME (Stfedomora yske elektrarny); ze zdrojil techto velkoelektraren poeala svitit mesta i vesnice na vic jak polovine them: Moravy.

Mesto Pferov bylo v nedavne minulosti pusobi gtem cele fady vynikajicich lidi. Zde El a tvofild hudebni skladatel Josef Capka DrahlovskY, znam'Y hudebni pedagog Bedfich Kozanek a hudebni komponista Ladislav Benigek, kterY se hlavne venoval klavirnim a orchestralnim doprovodilm k rytmickYm a scikolskYm cvie'enim.

(Skladatel Benigek iii za druhe svetove valky v Brazilii.) V roce 1915 zemfel tu Ferdinand Vanek, profesor a okresni gkolni inspektor v Pferove; vynikajici hudebnik a sbormistr, piivodem z Chvalkovic u Olomouce. V tomto rased pusobil pfeclak morayskeho ueitelstva a zakladatel prvniho muzea Jana Amose Komenskeho Frant.

Slamenik z blizkYch Radslavic. Viz muj clank "Eulogie k 60 letemu vYroef dmrti Frant. Slamenika" vytigtenY koncem roku 1979 v SPJST Vestniku. Ve stejne vesnici Radslavicich u Pferova se v roce 1880 narodil a v Pferove pusobil Jaroslav Dostalik, redaktor easopisu "Ceska "CeskY selka," "HospodarskY pfehled," "Jednota venkova"; byl tee divadelnim reEserem a sbormistrem, peveckeho krou2ku; za nacisticke okupace byl zateen gestapem a v tinoru 1943 byl umueen v koncentraenlm tabofe v Osvet',mi. V Pferove rovnel pusobil ucitel udolf VanYsek, viastivedn:; , a muzejni pracovnik, komeniolog, dramatik, raiser a literarni i vYtvarn kritik. Tento vlastenec napsal knihy: Jak elove'k poznaval svet," Na gi qtvarnici za svetove valky " aj., nekolik

divadelnich her, na p1. Lichtngtejngti dragouni a fadu elanku, povidek a umeleckYch kritik zvefejnenYch v pferovskYch novinach Obzor. Pfitom vgem byl te2 schopnYm malifem, kterY v nekolika albech zachytil "Stars' Pferov." Tento vynikajici ueitel liter& se narodil 20. dubna 1879 ye Velkem TYnci u Olomouce.

Tu v Pferove zaeal psat sveho Janogika Jill Mahen a zde zachycoval na sva platna Pferov na zae'dtku 20. stoleti malif Augustin Mervart. Tady v hanackem Taste Pferove se v roce 1894 narodil a zde pusobil velmi oblibenY profesor Josef Pfidal, archeolog, sportovec, vlastenec a elen Parnatkove peee pferovskeho Vlastivedneho listavu. Tu

se pled 93 lety te2 narodil ing. Otakar Pfidal, feditel Statniho vYzkumneho dstavu sklafskeho v Hradci Kralove, kde se venoval vSTzkumne a vedecke praci ve skiff-skein oboru, publikoval fadu studii, z niche nektere byly zvefejneny tee v zahraniei. Otakar Pfidal byl redaktorem odborneho easopisu "Sklafske rozhledy" a spoluautorem odbornYch knih "Rozbory sklafske," "Sklafske praktikum" aj. Zemfel 6. srpna 1963 v Hradci Kralove, pohiben je v Pferove. Ve stfedomorayskem meste Pferove zemiel 15. bfezna 1925 Franti gek Bayer, ueitel, historik, komeniolog, redaktor olomoucke "Koledy" a "Komenskeho," vydavatel "Biblioteky pedagogick'ch

"Jet do Ostravy - bft povaiovin za blizna," Tvrdi nemeck* priivodce po Ceskoslovensku Rob Humphreys: Tschechoslowakei Michael Mueller Verlag, 2 v &MI 1992, Mnichov (Pokraeovani) Masarykfiv cylindr Nov' Jiein le21 na trase mezi Olomouci a Ostsravou. Hlavni namesti lemuji h_ezka giroka podloubi pod pozdne baroknimi fasadami Napadne pasobi budova stare pogty, ktera pochazi z 16. stoleti. Dnes je hlavni atrakci Novell° Jieina Klobouenicke muzeum v bYvalem zamku Zerotinil. Na gtesti zde neni vystaveno pfili g mnoho vYrobka statniho podniku TONAK (se sidlem v tomto mesa), nYbr2 hlavne stargi modely vyrabene v Novell" Jieine od roku 1799. Ce gi si predev gim oblibili sbirku kloboukil vYznamnYch e'eskoslovenskYch osobnosti, ktera je pro cizince ponekud zahalena tajemstvim, i kdy2 snad piece nektefi pociti teplo u srdce pfi pohledu na Masarykuv cylindr.

Bruntal Pokud jde o Bruntal nachazejici se mezi Olomouci a Krnovem, za zminku stoji pouze barokni zamek, v nem2 idfive "hospodafili" teuton gti rytifi.

Zarnek nav gtevniklim nabizi obvykle "pozoruhodnosti": arkady a "cenne kusy nabytku" - ale neeeka vas 2adne ipfekvapeni.

Odkaz monarchie Nejpfijemneji se v Ceskoslovensku cestuje vlakem. Zeleznieni sit' je odkazem habsburkskecisaiske rise a od roku 1918 se zmenila jen nepatrne.

Solidne vybudovane trate easto vedou nadhernou krajinou - bohgel prilig pomalu. Kdo specha, mel by radeji pogit autobus: je v2dy rychlej gi, jezdi e'asteji a jizdne je jen o nee° malo dra.'81.

Automobil vlastni mene net kaLlY Hrdi m jitele . desatY Cechoslova.k. vyjadeji se svym mildeekm vetginou jen o vikendech; prow je automobil pro "objevovah" Ceskoslovenska vhodnYm dopravnim prostfedkem.

Problemy mohou nastat ye vetgich mestech - s nejasnYmi ukazateli, nebezpanYmi tramvajovymi pfejezdy a s mistem k parkovani. Ale pozor:

silnice zdaleka nejsou pfizpiisobeny razantnimu dopravnimu ruchu, tak jak jej zname ze Zapadu, a cestou vas eekaji obeas nemila pfekvapeni v podobe der nebo neohlagenYch zatatek.

Ubytovani je problematicke. Cizinci musi vetginou vygit slgeb statniho hotelu, kde plati za pokoj tfikrat vice nee Cechoslovaci. Kdy2 se vam zda, 2e situace vypacla zcela beznadejne, md2ete se pokusit prosbou anebo malYm dplatkem pfimet recepeniho k tomu, aby zavolal do jineho hotelu a zjistil, zda nemaji volnY pokoj.

Hotelove pokoje v smutnYch betonovych velacich na okraji mesta (samozfejme existuji vYjimky) maji zpravidla spartanske vybaveni: umYvadlo, radio zn. Tesla napojene na statni rozhlasovou stanici; horka voda se vyskytuje zfidka, stejne tak eiste toalety. Topeni bkva nevyzpytatelne: bud' jej nelze regulovat nebo nefunguje vlibec I antialkoholik Hitler Ceskou kuchyni nelze posuzovat podle jidel servirovanYch v restauracich: doma pfipravuji Cegi i Slovaci stejne pokrmy, ale chutnej gi a s vetgi fantazii.

K pozitivnim strankam eeske kuchyne path prgska gunka a samozfejme svetozname eeske pivo. Dokonce vegetarian a antialkoholik Hitler, kdy2 'se svYmi oddly vtahl v bfeznu 39 do hlavniho mesta, pry "dostal slabost" vzhledem k pra2ske g unce a plzetiskemu.

Ceskoslovensko patfi v prlimerne spotfebe masa na obyvatele na jedno z pfednich mist na svete. K chovu zvifat tedy slouE ye vetgine pfipachl vYkrmny (jen zfidka uvidite pasouci se kravy), co2 vede k tomu, 2e pfed pora2kou jsou zvifata easto nemocna a velka east je pak pro spotfebu nevhodnL -odne zerni ize na trhu dosta. druMi eerstve idUsledkem je skuteenost, ze teme narodnim konlekem se stalo sbfrani hub.

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klasikfi eeskSrch i cizich," sberatel valagskYch lidovYch pisni, pohadek a povesti; autor "Dejin mesta Pferova," narodil se 29. bfezna 1863 v Ro1nove pod Radhogtem na severovYchodni Morave. V Pferove pied 73 lety zemfel v bfeznu 1920 historik Franti gek LevY, autor tetnYch studii a publikacf z dejin mesta Pferova. Narodil se 17. listopadu 1844 v historickem meste Rakovniku, jane od kralovskYch mest 2atce a Loun, zapadne od Prahy. V mem seznamu vynikajicich pferovskYch rodakft anebo vYznamnYch lidi v tomto mesa pouze pfisobicich, nechybf vynikajici ueitel Josef Krumpholc jd se narodil 19. fijna 1870 v obci Hradeany v pferovskem okresu. Tento ueitel Komeniolog byl redaktor easopisu "teskY esperantista" a dalgiho easopisu zvanem "VlastivednY sbormk stfedni a severni Moravy." Pfitom byl feditelem Blahoslavovy °beetle gkoly v Pferove, spravcem muzea Jana Amose Komenskeho a autorem lady vlavytigtenY v SPJST Vestniku v bfeznu 1975.

Pied 138 lety se dle melt° seznamu znamenitYch Pferovanft tu v tomto mesa 15. zaff 1855 narodil Frantigek Rund, skvelY kapelnik a zakladatel zdej gi dechove a smyecove hudby.

Frant. Rund (mora yskY Kmoch) byl autorem fady oblibenYch skladeb jako na pfiklad pochody "Moravenka," "Pferovska chasa," sines "Morava ve zpevu a tanci." Kapelml a skladatel Frant. Rund zemfel 25. fijna 1905 v pouhYch 50 letech. V Pferove pfisobil a ye veku pouhych 50 let zde zemfel Jakub g koda, prvni feditel pferovskeho gymnasia, spisovatel, pfekladatel a autor nekolika ueebnic francouzskeho jazyka, pfednf organizator eeskeho gkolstvi na Morave a v Pferove v druhe polovint 19. stoleti. Vlastenec Jakub Skoda se narodil 30. dubna 1835 ve meste PoUtkach v Cechach; zemfel 28. fijna 1885 v Pferove. Viz miij pfilditostnY eldnek k stemu vYroei timrti Jakuba

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Lekce diadvacati—Lesson 23 Parts of Speech—The Adjective (ptidavne jmeno) The adjective qualifies, describes, or limits the noun to which it belongs.

Examples: pilnY student dubovY stul jarni den bratrfiv pfitel Adjectives are formed from: 1) Nouns: pYcha (pride) - pygnY (proud) hrdina (hero)— hrdinnY (heroic) 2) Verbs: hrati (to play) — hravY (playful) videti (to see) — viditelnY (visible) pracovati (to work) — pracujici (working) 3) Other adjectives: malt — mali&Y. Adjectives may denote origin or material: Ex.: mestskY, zlatY. They may denote various relations of place:

Skody vytigtenY v fijnu 1985 v nagem SPJST Vestniku.

Ve stfedu Moravy v hanackem mesa Pferove pftsobil a zemfel spisovatel Josef Franti gek Karas, rodak z malebneho mesta Tignova zapadne od Brna, kterY tu pracoval jako redaktor novin Hand i Obzor a td zde v pomerne mladem veku 54 let zemfel.

Po/Oen je na pferovskern hfbitove.

Josef Frant. Karas sepsal nekolik desitek knih s historickYmi namety, fadu nendroenYch divadelnich her, historickY kalenddf a proslovil celou fadu populdrnich predna gek. K stoletemu vYroef jeho narozenin 4. prosince 1976 byla odhalena na jeho rodnem dome v Tignove pametni deska a ti g nov gti divadelni ochotnici nastudovali k teto pfilditosti Karasovu "Tylovu cestu." Take na Hutisku, kde se J.F. Karas rad zdrkval a kde ve sve chalupe "V zakopei" napsal mnoha sva dila, byl 12. prosince 1976 usporadan "Karastiv veer." K tomuto vYroei byla td pfipravena dr. ganderovou z Brna brokrka o Evote a dile J.F. Karase.

Z pisemne pozfistalosti, kterd byla zajiste velmi rozsdhld a bohatd, se do Okresniho archivu v Pferove dostalo jen mak) pamatek. Dle mesie'niku "Kultura Pferova" z prosince 1976 jsou to tfi rukopisy KarasovYch historickYch romanii "Stragidla," Portagske historie" a "Za asi krdle Holce"; V archivni knihovne je pak jenom jedine dilo "Velkd Morava," ktere bylo naposledy vydano v roce 1947. Kam& roman "Na 2i2kove valenem voze" byl zfilmovan a mel ohlas mezi divaky. -- V Pferove Ill° a 2ije nekolik rozvetvenYch rodin Karasii, z nichi va gina je jich zpfiznena. Spisovatel J.F. Karas neni mYm pfibuznYm i kdy2 ja jako on mam zalibu v psani. Mfij otec, necelYch osm let mladgi spisovatele Josefa F. Karase, se s nim vgak dobfe znal.

Pokrgovani z minuleho Vestniku.

—SPJSTEx.: zdej gi, mofskY, denni, noeni, zimni, veerni, etc.

An adjective may be used in two ways: 1) attributively, closely linked with the noun it qualifies. Ex.: krasnd zahrada; zdrav elovek; 2) as part of the predicate (verb) Ex.: to zahrada je krasnd; ten elovek je zdray.

In the attributive use, the adjective has hard, long form. krasn-Y krasn-A (fem.) krasn-E (neut.) or — "soft" ending for all 3 genders, such as in jarni, letni, etc.

HARD ENDING—SINGULAR (DECLENSION) FEM. MASC. dobra dobrY dobrou dobreho dobre dobreho dobre dobremu o dobre o dobrem dobrou dobrYm SOFT ENDING jarni jarni jarni jarniho jarni jarnimu o jarnf o jarnim jarni jarnfm HARD ENDING—PLURAL jarni dobfi jarnich dobrYch jarnim dobrYm jarni dobre o jarnich o dobrYch jarnitni dobrYmi

mlhu. Zitra pfijd'te— chvilku drive.

Vyg el— domu ven— ulici. Cetl jsi Babieku— Bokny Nemcove? Rano 90th Lesson jsme vyji1deli jegte— tmy.

Revision exercises. The verb hnit. Put Some phrases with the verb HNAT, (for revision see into indirect spech HONIT. lesson4k) Jeho slova jf vehnala krev do Rekl mi: "Poekejte chvilku!" Naptvate.— His words made her blush. sali nam: "V nedeli nemfdeme pfijet.

Nesmite to hnat do krajnosti.— You Neekejte rids!" Zeptal se me: "Kde jsi byl vtera?" Doporueovali mi: "Musig must not carry things too far. Sotva poloiil 12ici, hned se hnal do prace.— bYt opatrnY. Nejezdi zpoedtku pfilig rychle." Zeptal jsem se jich: "Mdm to He had hardly laid down the spoon and udelat hned ted'?" "Deti, nekfiete went at it. Tou otazkou ho zahnali do kouta.— They drove him into a corner tolik", napominali je rodiee. by that question. Stromy u2 ienou do mu: "Pfijd' hned rano!" Vzkdzal mi: kvetu.— The trees already run to "Dnes veer nemam eas, ale zitra asi blossom. Jestli to gpatne dopadne, nebudu moci pfijit." polenu vas k zodpovednosti. — If it Use correct prepositions: Teaka gla— prochazku— psem. gli ends ill I'll make you answer it. jsme cestiOcou— vody. Poekej chvili, Hladovf chlapci hnali kuchyri titokem.— Hungry boys stormed the musim si dojft— 6isqt papir. Nezdri'uj me, pospicham— vlak. V Praze kitchen.

Key to exercise from lesson 89: sveho nebydlfm— koleji, ale— strYce. — kolegu, cestujicich, panem StarYm a dovolenou pojedu — pfiteli— Slovensko. Nebydli daleko, jeho diem je pant Starou, znameho klaviristy, docela— Narodniho divadla. Bylo nas turiste, kotetem, Vlad'ou, pana tam asi— tficeti. Zasli jsme spolu- vrchnfho, prfivodce, detmi, pivo a popovidali si. Ndg tatinek priivodUho, bratranci Jirkovi, nedovolil, abychom— jidle mluvili. Pi- vratneho, kufat, prasatka, deveata, rajeat, cited, deti; mlad gi, delgi, ji eaj— cukru, ale kavu— cukrem. novej gf, modernej gi, dragi, levnejgi, Pfije mi neco— 6teni! Casto chodimpatu, pigu mnoho dopisfi. Koupil studenej gi, tiggi, nejveselej gi, nejblii i, jsem si novy mlYnek— kavu. Chodili- nejsladgi, nejlepgi, silnej gi, nejlehei, lese a hledali houby. Napi g mi nko nejjednodn ggi, zdravej gi; Vgechny penize, ktere jsem mel v kapse, jsem zajimaveho— Praze. Vratil se domfi ztratil. Ukal. mi restauraci, kterou chvili— °sine hodine. Petr hraje dfim, v nemi ye kterem dobfe— housle. Rad se divam— okna bydlime, text, kteremu nerozumite, je, pokoje— zapad slunce. A2 pfijdu pan, ktereho jsi, na fotografii, na veer— kina, zastavim se take— Evu, kterou/na ni2 se divate, je. jestli nebude chtit jit take. Stdla tam JAN HOLUB bez hnuti, nohy mela jako— kleza.

Nejlepe, kdyi tam pfijde jeden— nds.

VracIm se— pfitele, byl jsem— neho rana. — vety se najednou zarazil.

Co jste dnes meli— menze— obedu?— Ndrodnimu divadlu je znamd kavarna SIAN/ie. Kdy se to stalo? Asi — hodinou. Smichov je druhe strane, tam— fekou.— melt° &deka jeg te nejezdila v Praze tramvaj. Ja ti tu knihu pfijeim, ale-- zitfka ji musig pfeist. Ja nemdm eas, mutes tam jitme? Letadlo nemohlo odstartovat-

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The letters k, h, ch, d, t, n, and r are softened before i in the nom. pl. masculine. Ex.: velkY vojak — velci vojaci drahY pfitel — drazi pfatele tichY hoch — tigi hogi dobrY doktor — dobfi doktofi 'degti delnici eeskY delnik krasnY pes — krasni psi mladY had — mladi hadi ienatY student — ienati studenti anglickY ndmofnik — anglieti namornici. *** Many adjectives possess only the long (attributive) form which must therefore be used in the predicate as well: slavnY vojak — on je slavnY krasne dite — to dite je krasne The stem-vowel is lengthened in the predicate form: zdravY — zdrav slabY — slab mladY — mlad (This short form is seldom used in colloquial speech).

The most widely used short adjectives are: zdrav, nemocen, hotov, spokojen, jist, znam, laskav, schopen. They are used to complement (aid) certain verbs. Ex.: byl vesel, smuten, spokojen, gfasten; citil se zdrav; zustal svoboden. *** Possessive adjectives are derived from personal nouns: otciiv, matein: The suffix-fly is used for adjectives derived from masculine nouns.

Jan—Janfiv Karel—Karlfiv otec—otcuv The suffix— in serves for feminine nouns: MATKA— maain sestra— sestfin Jitka— Jitein Adjectives Used as Nouns 1) masc.: vratnY, pracujici, cestujici, krejei, priwodei 2) fern.: dovolend, kopand, podivand 3) neut.: vstupne, jizdne, gkolne.

SPJST Lodge No. 13,

DIME BOX presents for your listening and dancing enjoyment

LEE ROY MATOCHA

Sunday June 27, 1993 from 4-8 p.m.

Wednesday, June 16, 1993—VESTNIK/15

LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND Sunday, June 20—lvicic Reunion Monday, June 28—American Legion, 7 p.m.

Saturday, July 3—Super Games Saturday, July 10—Wedding Reception (Parma-Curly) Sunday, July 11—S peigelhaurer Reunion Saturday, July 24-Sunday, July 25—Moon Reunion Monday, July 26—American Legion, 7 p.m.

SPJST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, June 18—Social Night, 7:30 Saturday, June 19—Hanzelka Family Reunion Sunday, June 20—Goodwin Reunion Thursday, June 24—McLennan County Crop Tour Friday, June 25—Malone Farmer Cooperative meeting Sunday, June 27—Sykora Family Reunion Friday, July 2—Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m.

Friday, July 9—Social Night, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 10—Hrabal Family Reunion Sunday, July 11—Sonnerborg-Radtke Reunion Friday, July 16—Social Night, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 18—Lodge No. 6 Annual Picnic Friday, July 23—Social Night, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 24—Jansky Family Reunion Sunday, July 25—Hoovers Family Reunion For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (817) 826-5863. ***

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, June 19—Texas Unlimited, 9 p.m .1 a.m.

Sunday, June 27—Lee Roy Matocha, 4-8 p.m.

Saturday, July 3—Special F/X, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Saturday, July 10—Balcar Reunion Saturday, July 17—Texas Unlimited, 9 p.m-I a.m.

Sunday, July 25—Texas Ulmited, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Saturday, June 26—Loftin Reunion—Trustees (Local lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rental and dance information, call Audrey McCall at (817) 593-2321.) ***

LODGE NO. 17, NEW TABOR (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, June 27—Battle Dance ($5 per person) 3-8 p.m. Zetka's Polka Band and Bobby Jones Czech Band.

Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 until 12:30.) *** LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Monday, June 21—Trustees Meeting, 7 p.m. at lodge hall.

Sunday, June 26—Hubnik-Malcik Wedding Dance; Music by "Firecreek"; 8:30-12:30.

Saturday, July 10—Third Big Countywide Garage Sale and Dealer's Auction. Spaces: $20; to reserve your space, call (817) 9852228.

Flag Hall is located 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53. For more information regarding hall bookings or to reserve Flag Hall, please contact Louise Zavodny at 9852556. ***

LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS (Local lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. The Youth Club meets 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. ***

LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, June 19—Cherokee Rose Saturday, June 26—Texas Heart Beat Saturday, July 3—Neon, Texas

Saturday, July 10—Straight from the Heart Sunday, July 11—Lodge Meeting; youth meeting at 2:30 p.m.; Mother Lodge meets at 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 17—Cherokee Rose Saturday, July 24—Billy Roy Heart of the Night Saturday, July 31—Cherokee Rose (Lodge No. 35, Elk features dancing every Saturday from 8:30-12:30.) *** 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 Friday, June 18—Family Night, R.V.O.S. No. 5 Meeting Saturday, June 19—Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five Monday, June 21—Board Meeting Saturday, June 26—Czech Harvesters of Dallas Sunday, June 27—Southerland Reunion Saturday, July 3—The Combinations of Bryan, Country and western; polka and waltz music Tuesday, July 6—Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 10—Country Dutchmen, Country and western music Sunday, July 11—Bartek Reunion Friday, July 16—Family Night Saturday, July 17—Jodie Mikula Orchestra of Ennis Sunday, July 18—Jezek-Kotrla Reunion Monday, July 19—Board Meeting Friday, July 23—Bar-B-Que Cookoff Dance, 8-12 p.m., Country and wstern music by Sheri Silver Spur Band Saturday, July 24—The Texans, Country and western music Saturday, July 24—Bar-B-Que Cook-Off Saturday, July 31—King of Swing of Taylor (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.) ***

LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA Friday, June 18—SPJST Social Game Night Sunday, June 20—Franke Family Reunion Sunday, June 27—Czech Heritage Meeting, 2:30 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 51., ELLINGER Sunday, June 20—Quarterly lodge meeting at 2 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Station. Arrangments will be discussed and plans will be finalized for the upcoming dance. All members are urged to attend and bring refreshments for a light lunch. ***

LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, June 19—Private Wedding Saturday, June 26—Second Chance *** 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.) ***

(Game night every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0) *** LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Saturday, June 19—Dance—Henry Rejcek Polka Band Saturday, July 3—Rental Saturday, July 10—Rental Saturday, July 17—Princess Ball DanceMynarcik Orchestra. All past kings and queens are urged to attend.

Monday, July 19—Monthly lodge meeting Saturday, July 24—Rental-Wedding Saturday, July 31—Rental-Wedding Saturday, August 7—Czech Harvesters ***

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON (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, June 19—Gus Lindemann, Ballroom and Variety; $6 per person.

Saturday, June 26—Jack Melick, "The Piano Man" Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Saturday, July 3—Jim Gough's Cosmopolitan Cowboys, Western and Polka Music. $5 per person.

Friday, July 10—Buddy Kirk, Big Band Sound. Dress Code—$8.50 per person.

Saturday, July 17—Bobby Lane from Nebraska, Big Band Music. Dress Code; $10 per person Friday, July 23—Guy Lombardo's Royal Canadians with Al Pierson. Dress Code; $120 each.

Saturday, July 24—Bobby Jones, Polkatime, $5 per person.

Friday, July 30—Summer Youth Party, withmusic by Texas Brew, Country and western music. No Alcoholic Beverages, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m., $5 per person.

For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. ***

LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, June 20—The Sulaks of Ennis; Father's Day Dance sponsored by Lodge 92.

Saturday, August 21—Special Hat Dance; music by the Mikula Band once more, dance starts at 8:30 p.m. Also, Taroky tournament at 10 a.m.

Saturday, September 11—Czech Heritage Day. Music by two great bands from Central Texas: Vrazels and Harold Strand. Great food, Ukranian dancers and much more.

(The Stardust Ballroom presents ballroom dancing every Friday, 9-12:30; DRESS CODE; 642-1361. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Game night g are on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 7 to 10 p.m. Ladies Circle meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.) ***

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. 133, SAN ANTONIO (Lodge 133 monthly meetings will be held on the third Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at the St. Margaret Mary Recreation Center on 1314 Fair Avenue in San Antonio.) *** LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON Sunday, July 11—July Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Sunday, August 8—August Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

(Hall rentals for wedding or party, all (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Sunday, July 11—Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, June 19—Due West (formerly Texas Borderline) (C&W) Saturday, June 26—The Boot Leg Band

Saturday, July 3—South Texas Crystals (C&W) Saturday, July 10—The Taste of Texas (C&W) Saturday, July 17—River Road Boys (C&W) Saturday, July 24—Chapparal (C&W) Saturday, July 31—Little Bit Of Texas (C&W) (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. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, June 26—Reckless Friday, July 2—Debonaires Saturday, July 3—Backroads (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. 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE (Lodge meets on the first Thursday of each mont at the VFW Post, 4002, Longview, Texas.) ***

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, June 19—Crossfire Saturday, June 26—Treadin' Water (All Saturday night dances are from 8:30 p.m. until 12:30 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. 186, CALDWELL (Lodge meetings are on the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m.; Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002). ***

LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, June 18—Lonesome Dove Saturday, June 19—Peoples Choice Friday, June 25—O.M. Brown Saturday, June 26—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, June 16—Cloggers Friday, June 18—Square Dances-Gary Whitsett Monday, June 21—Square Dance Practice Wednesday, June 23—Cloggers Friday, June 25—Polka Dots Saturday, June 26—Country and we,stern dance-Mix Company Sunday, June 27—Private Party Monday, June 28—Square Dance Practice Wednesday, June 30—Cloggers

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summer, many SPJST lodges will be hosting summer picnics, barbecues and special events.

Have a good time and show your support through active participation.

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