Vestnik 1993 10 06

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF F TE:INALISTS"

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

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

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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 VOLUME 81 NUMBER 37

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October 6, 1993

Sentimental Tourney...

The adventures of a "Texan Wallach" in the Czech Republic

by Louis J. Polansky Lodge 1, Fayetteville PART THREE When we had planned our trip to the CzeCh Republic, I had decided to represent Texas in dress except for the hat.

The hat I wore had been given to me by the people at the museum last year when they toured Fayetteville. This hat is black, has a wide straight brim, high top and a ribbon around the top which hangs down the neck. This is a Wallachian hat.

The Wallachians are general the people from around Roznov and Frenstat who were nomadic until they settled here several hundred years ago. These are mountain people who love the woods and the hills. I didn't even know they existed until 1992, and by golly, I now consider myself a "Wallach," some 140 years removed since my grandparents started coming to the United States.

September 18, 1993 osted by L dge Houst

Kitchen Manager King Hegwood and District Five Presiden Evelyn Mikeska in behind the scenes activity.

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The day provided an opportunity for longtime friends to visit.

Pictured here are Josephine Buri and Louise Kadlecek.

Lodge 88 President Jerry Ennis, left, joins visitors from Czech Republic: Lubomir Plechl, Petr Filip and Jiri Bruchanov.

It was also a day for families to enjoy: Pictured poolside are Lorraine Motl and her granddaughter, Ashley Motl.

Taking a break from the action: Back, from left: District Five And what's a fun day without food? From the looks of things, Director. Louis Hanus and SPJST Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir; this group was more than satisfied with the big spread. front Brian Vanicek and State Youth Director Joni Lange.

"I now consider myself a 'Wallach,' some 140 years removed since my grandparents started coming to the United States.

This hat is usually worn at what they call "slavnosts," which we here call "feasts." The Czechs have one of these every week and they stay up drinking all night long during the festival. When a Wallach is going to celebrate and drink, they put a green twig in the hat band to signify their happiness. I got me a piece of greenery and put it in my hat band too.

After the contest, I walked back to the hotel about a mile and took a short rest.

Later on, several of us started back to the museum and decided to hire a horse drawn buggy type vehicle which had two horses. I got upon the front seat with the driver and he let me drive the buggy.

After a while, I got off the path and let the driver take over.

When we got to the museum, we found that we all had to walk up this large hill to another amphitheater to practice for our performance on Sunday. I forgot my guitar and had to go up the hill twice.

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Lodge Programs „ik i(efiect Attitudes et People Still Care

Insurance Department Survey

Over the last few months, quite a few 'Vice President Bernie Gebala tells me SPJST lodge halls have been undergoing that many SPJST members will soon be some degree of repainting or remodeling. receiving letters from their sales represenIt's a good sign. tatives. Along with the cover letter will It shows that that the membership still be a survey that addresses the members cares about their lodges and about their insurance and other financial needs.

Society.

The main purpose of the survey, Without a doubt, there are many other according to Brother Gebala, is to update "good signs" out there. Pick up any typi- SPJST's data files. A secondary objeccal issue of the Vestnik and you'll read tive, he says, will be to analyze the needs about how members and lodges all over of the member and compare them with the state are working to promote fraterthat member's current SPJST coverage. nalism, inject vitality If you are not into theif tornmuniamong those receivties, and make life ing a survey but better for those less would like to be fortunate than themincluded in what may selves. A lot of good become an annual things are happening review, please conbecause we have a lot tact your local sales of members who are representative or the sincere about what it Insurance Departmeans to be a part of ment at the Home a fraternal benefit society.

Officeh In the previous ediIf you can identify torial item, I menwith that, then you'll "tioned "good signs " understand why I being evident cringe when I hear throughout our sociour people say things ety. This survey, too, like,"Nobody cares anymore," and is a good sign. I have not seen the actual "Everybody is just out to look after them- document, but it sounds like a proactive selves." attempt to align member needs with memThat just isn't true. A lot of people ber benefits available through the SPJST. out there really do care. Pessimism and Surveys such as this, and those that negative self-talk are like a virus which, if enable the membership to evaluate the allowed to run its course, could severely performance of their fraternal society can handicap the long-term growth and fraterbe enlightening as well as very healthy nal status of our Society. for organizations like the SPJST. Many "Nobody cares"-It's the perfect fraternals have "built-in" liabilities, excuse to use when projects go sour due incurred after years of conducting "busito inadequate planning or ineffective exeness as usual." What may have been cution. Once this kind of negativity business as usual ten, twenty or fifty years infests a lodge system, it can breed and ago, may not apply today as it did then. multiply. In a short amount of time, this By acquiring a fair evaluation of both notion that "nobody cares" takes root and its strong points and its weak points, the becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. management of the SPJST can plot a I've heard a number of inactive mem- course that will propel our Society, rather bers say that they would get involved if than drag it, into its next century. *** they could see a "reason" for getting involved. Perhaps this is where our leadSpeaking of Good Signs . ership could provide some direction.

Both District Five and District Two The SPJST could benefit from a clear- recently held their Fall Meetings and ly defined set of goals and objectives. Family Fun Days. Two very different, Indeed, I have, on occasion, heard some yet two very satisfying outtings. of our Supreme Lodge members On September 18, Lodge 88, Houston acknowledge the need for such a "mis- hosted the District Five meeting. Except sion and goals statement" and an accom- for the noon meal, most of the activities, panying plan of action. Such a plan including games and contests, were held would serve the Society as a kind of map, outdoors. Approximately 175 children helping channel the growth and direction and adults enjoyed the "picnic." of the SPJST. Compliments to the Lodge 88 crewA carefully crafted plan would provide especially those folks in the kitchen-for every member with a clear picture of the wonderful food and hospitality where the SPJST would like to be-in the On September 19, Lodge 29, Taylor fraternal as well as financial sense-five hosted the District Two meeting or ten years down the road. On the local indoors-with the exception of the horse level, it would enable lodges to "plug shoe tournament, of course. into" the program and establish meaning- Approximately 250 children and adults ful goals and objectives for' their member- turned out for the brief meeting, followed ship. by nearly three hours of games and a deliAs was previously stated, many lodges cious meal catered by the lodge. are doing well today. They are because To those who attended either of these individuals have taken the initiative to two events, you probably had a good time establish active and meaningful fraternal and will be back next year. To those of programs within their lodges. Never you who couldn't make it, for whatever underestimate the power of a good idea reason, give "fun day" a chance next time teamed with a positive mental attitude. It around and see for yourself why some of can make a very real difference in your the "same folks" keep coming back. lodge and in your Society.

SPJST-

"'Nobody cares' It's the perfect excuse to use when projects go sour due to inadequate planning or ineffective execution.

Wednesday, October 6, 1993—VESTNiK/3

had a snack and I asked that we walk around the town.

We first went to what they call the (Continued from front page newer church where there was another statue of the Blessed Virgin standing on We practiced and then as we were going t he moon. The door into the church was down the hill, I told some of the specta- I ocked, but you could see the inside was very ornate with lots of statues. We then tors that I was a Texan Wallach and one eft and walked to the lower church. The woman told me that I wasn't because I door there was also locked. The lower had to live there to be one. church is about 400 years old and the That evening, we had our performance down at the museum and it was late by upper one—the newer one—is only about 360 years old. Both of these the time we finished. churches had stucco-type exteriors with Sunday, we had to be back at the the onion tops. We saw that there was museum at about 8 a.m. to be in a parade mass scheduled at the newer church for 6 of the various groups which would go p.m. We decided to attend. around the museum grounds. I knew of In the interim, we walked around the this parade prior to leaving the U.S. and square and took pictures. There was a had brought two large flags along. Since this was July Fourth, I had decided we statue of the Greek water god and below it was a plaque dedicating it to a man by would show our colors.

The museum was kind enough to furthe name of Koniakowsky, who apparently was the first school teacher in Frenstat. nish me with two flagpoles and the U.S. This name is very familiar in Fayette and Texas flags were proudly displayed in the parade. We were at the first of the County for one of the Czech pioneers in the Ellinger area parade and Jim and was Alois KoniaTom Rohde carried the kowsky, who was, flags while I carried the among other in e United States sign. The th hin ings,s one of flags and our group got ' Fayette County's a lot of applause from first artists. This the crowd as people teacher school there still feel a great could have been kinship to the United his father or grandStates. When Czechofather. slovakia first became Most of the independent in 1920, buildings on the the new constitution square are between was formed after our ft' 400 and 500 years Constitution in the old and have covUnited States. Also, many of the people— ered arched pas sageways and are in especial \ Moravia—have some American relatives. covered with stucco Prior to leaving for During the morning, I circulated the Czech Republic, 1 had been given a around the vendors and talked to people.

Kook for the museum about Frenstat. All There was one vendor who kept giving of the buildings in the book were still me a shot of Slivovica, a Czech whiskey, standing as they were when my grandparevery time I carne around. Slivovica is ents and great-grandparents lived here. the national drink of the Czechs and it We went back up to Frantisek's house, tastes like alcohol. which was over his furniture store, and There Were a great many people at the then it was time to go to church. celebration on Sunday and all of the peoWhen we got to the church, it was full ple were well-dressed, well fed and had a of people, except for a couple of pews in little money to spend at the celebration. I the front. The interior was very ornate was impressed by these people. Many of and some of the statuary and other items the IVIoravians are blonde-haired, which I were works of art by local sculptors and thought was unusual. Most have brown painters. The first thing I noticed on the eyes and most are very handsome people. altar were rather large statues which They are well dressed and informal. The showed St. John the Baptist baptizing children are very polite and the babies are Jesus. To my amazement, these statues pulled around in very fancy baby bugwere almost identical to those in a paintgies. They have 'Very little crime so the ing which used to hang in our old church little ones are left outside stores when the in Fayetteville. This was a rather sentiparents do the shopping. mental moment for me for I could imagThe way` the celei)ration worked, we ine that our church in Fayetteville had had to wait on this little path to have our been built to reflect some aspects of this turn to perform. When it was our time, church some 8,000 miles from Texas. we w eat on the stage and sang a few there were other statues of saints like we songs and danced a few. I noticed that used to have in the old church too. my eousal out in the audience waitAbove and to the rear of the church was a ing ibr us to finish our performance and very ornate organ. to take us with him to spend the night in The bells rang and church began. I 17renstat. have never heard such beautiful singing When we got finished, the next act in a church. All of the people burst out in was an old, old Czech play which looked song and filled this old church with the sort of like "Hanzel and Gretel" or somesounds of faith. During the occupation of thing like that. There was a straw man in Frenstat by the Russians, very few people the play, an old lady (probably a witch) dared to go to church but now the church with a child on her back and a lot of small was full. Most of the people were older, children. I really was interested in seeing but there were some younger people this play but we were rushed on. We mixed in. picked up our suitcase at the hotel and The priest began their service all in took a bath a it was really hot and when Czech and the first thing he said was the we got ready, we went out and met my name of the Church, St. John the Baptist. cousin and Jiri Zatopek, his neighbor, This fortified my belief that I was in the vvho had visited here about 1990. right place and it was very emotional for When we got to Frenstat, it was about me. I could imagine my forefathers being 3 o .m. I had noticed there were two old baptized here, being confirmed and ,,rches in the town and I wanted to attending mass. o,olore. After we got settled in what I After the mass, I went to the Sacristy , r ect was my cousin's bedroom, we to talk to the priest and gave him a small

"Texan Wallach"

'I could imag that our church ® Fayetteville had been built to reflect some aspects, of this church 8,000 miles from Texas.

From the President's Office SP; ST Scholarship Applications Now Available from Home Office The SPJST Supreme Lodge is accepting applications for scholarships until December 31, 1993. Please specify if you are applying for the regular scholarship (four-year college), or a technical scholarship.

If you apply for a technical scholarship, you must attend a technical school and be enrolled in an 18-month or longer program at an accredited technical school.

Send all correspondence to: Supreme Lodge SPJST Scholarship Department P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 You must be a "qualified member" to apply. To be a qualified member, scholarship applicant must hold a valid SPJST insurance policy for at least one year prior to the date of the application.

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Fun and Important SPJST Dates Family

October 10

District One Fall Meeting and Family Fun Day. Hosted by Lodge No. 17, New Tabor.

October 16

P ogressive "42" Tournament at Lodge 48, Beyersville. Play begins at 9:15 a.m. Should be an enjoyable event. Everyone welcome.

October 23

Gulf Coast Czech Festival Dance at Lodge 172, Pasadena; 8-12 p.m.

Includes Polka Dance Contest and music by the Vrazels.

October 24

Gulf Coast Czech Festival, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Polka Mass/Brethren Services; Czech dinner; Entertainment and parade of Czech kroje.

Dance at Lodge 172, Pasadena, with music by the Moonriders.

October 24

District Three Fraternal Fest, hosted by Lodge 25, Ennis. To help plan activities, please contact District Three FAC Gordon Hubenak at (817) 498-3905.

October 24

District Seven Family Fun Day at Lodge 107, Floresville. Games and contests. See future issues of the Vestnik for more information.

October 30

Fall DYC Meeting at Home Office. Meeting starts at 9 a.m.

November 7 District Six Fall Meeting and Family Fun Day, hosted by Lodge 32, Victoria. See future issues of the Ves:tnik for more information.

—SPJSTdonation. Some of the people in the wife. My wife, the girl, Hedwicka, the church came up and shook hands with us. girl's brother, George, Frantisek's There is no doubt that this was the most nephew, John and I drove up the mounclimactic part of the trip for me. Just tain. The road was steep and everywhere going to this church and kneeling where you looked there were people. Some of my relatives did more than 100 years ago them were picking blueberries or raspbermade me feel really good. ries which grow wild like our dewberries.

After mass, we went back to We got up to the top of the mountain to Frantisek's house where they had prean area where there are a number of pared a big supper, including potato panpainted wooden buildings and a hotel. cakes—a specialty of the nephew of We walked up to this area and I decidFrantisek. There ed that 'I did not were cold cuts of want to walk up to Swiss cheese and the top of the ham and poppy seed mountain but my kolaches, rolls and wife and Hedwicka coffee. After supper, did. There were we talked for a while vendors in this area and went to bed. The and the nephew and furniture and carpets I looked at their in this old house wares. These were sort of worn but ranged from books they were well.mainto fruit. There were tained. some food vendors, The next morning Pilgrims trek up Radhosi Nlountain. too. we got up around 7 After looking o'clock and had a little breakfast which at these booths, I bought some fruit and consisted of fruit, coffee, juice, rolls, eggs we went to look at the old buildings. and ham.

This is a ski resort area, so the buildings After breakfast, Frantisek showed us are well-kept and are similar to those in his store and grounds. We then got in the the ski ares in Switzerland and the United car and left for the Mountain Radhost.

States. We went to the hotel and I sugToday, Monday, the 5th ofJuly, it was the gested we get a drink and sit on the patio. holiday of Saints Cyril and Methodius We did this for quite some time and I felt and we were going on the mountain with good. I thought this really was fine. the rest of the pilgrims. The great niece of Frantisek had joined us. She spoke a NEXT TIME: Inside Frenstat little English which was a comfort to my --SPJST--

4/VESTNiK—Wednesday, October 6, 1993

District News and Updates District One Fall Fun Day Scheduled for Sunday, October 10 at Lodge 17, New Tabor Dear Local Lodge FAC, Please read the following announcement at your next meeting: The District One Fall Fun Day will he held on October 10, 1993 at Lodge 17, New Tabor.

Any lodges or lodge members who are interested in attending or participating in any of the contests may pre-register by calling District One FAC Clarence Sefcik at (409) 567-3885 after 5 p.m.

The following contests will be held: Volleyball Tournament Horse Shoe Tournament Quilt Contest

Pastry Contest "42" Domino Contest Youth Club Members Contest (See Youth Club Leader for Details) Prizes will be awarded in each contest.

Registration will begin at 1 p.m. and the contests will start at 1:30 p.m.

There will be a meal served at 5:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at this time.

Everyone is asked to bring a dessert.

Hope to see everyone there.

Fraternally, Clarence W. Sefcik, District One FAC

—SPJST-

Three Fraternal Fest Scheduled for October 24 at Lodge 25, Ennis

District

All members of District Three and surrounding areas are encouraged to come out and celebrate the first-ever District Three Fraternal Fest, to be held on Sunday,October 24 at Lodge No. 25, Ennis.

This event is being hosted by Lodge No. 25, Ennis. The day's schedule will include the District Three business meeting at 10:30 a.m., followed by a roast beef lunch at noon. Adult plates will be $5 and $2.50 for children, age 12 and under.

After lunch there will be youth activities and a free dance from 2-6 p.m. with music by the Sulak Band. The Beseda Dancers from Lodge No. 130, Dallas will also perform. There will be games and prizes for everyone.

Continue to look to the Vestnik as the date approaches for a complete agenda for the day.

Fraternally, Diana Engelke, Secretary District Three —SPJST-

Czech Out New Czech Classes Fall is her and many people will again feel better and will start planning new work, trips and activities. Former Czechoslovakia is smaller—not only with a new name (The Czech Republic), but also in size. Notwithstanding, those of us who have a little Czech blood or Czech heritage or just respect to the land where Czechs and Moravians live will welcome the opportunity to learn some Czech. As we Czechs have a saying . . . "Whatever you learn, it will always come in handy later" ... This is especially true if you are planning a visit to the new republic.

This is to announce that on October 4, 1993,1 will start teaching conversational Czech. I will also present some part of

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the history of the Czech nation, which is rich in so many ways.

In the classes, we will present very simple, daily use of Czech words and phrases and everyday Czech conversation. Everyone will have the opportunity to learn more of what he or she knows or would like to know.

You are welcome to attend the free classes every Tuesday from 2-4 pm. at the Spring Branch Community Center, 1721 Pech Road, Houston. Telephone: 932-9573 or my number is (713) 9840223.

Na Schledanou, Karel Sicner

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Letters from the Lodges Lodge 1, Fayetteville Reports on September Meeting The Fayetteville SPJST Lodge No. 1 members met on Sunday, September 19, 1993 at the SPJST Hall in Fayetteville.

At the business meeting, President Buddy Polansky discussed the efforts of the lodge and the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce to keep the facilities insured and repaired and available for services of the community.

Plans to add another director were postponed since there were not enough in attendance to hold an election.

Clarence Matula, guest from SPJST Lodge No. 106, La Grange, came to discuss a possible merger with Lodge No. 1 as well as Ellinger joining Lodge No. 1.

Polansky said that Lodge No. 1 would be very happy for them to join and certainly welcomed the transfer of the membership.

With attendance in mind, Mr. Matula suggested putting up sheetrock in the SPJST Hall to better insulate the hall and to make it more comfortable in the cold of winter and the heat of summer. Buddy Polansky said that plans are to keep the structure in its original state and historical significance and that the only changes made thus far have been the installation of restrooms and a kitchen area.

Speaking of history, a guest at the meeting, Sean Gallup, recently moved to Fayetteville and is in the process of writing a book on Czech Moravians in Texas.

He is seeking photos and stories of who and why these people settled here. He loves listening to everyone's experiences.

Clarence Matula invited everyone to look at some videos on Czech Heritage, "What Happened in Prague in 1993" as well as videos by Ray Boriske of the 1993 parish feast at Praha, Ammannsvile and Schulenburg. These are to be shown at the La Grange State Bank Community Room, Sunday, September 26 at 1:30 p.m.

In talking about attendance, President Polansky said that Lodge No. 1 has 300 members and only 10 percent attend meetings. Question always rises as to

how to get a greater number to attend. He reminded everyone of the excellent insurance available through SPJST and those interested should contact Kim Kovar, sales representative.

The Fayette Heritage Museum in La Grange is planning a Czech Christmas Exhibit and is seeking stories, traditions, decorations, etc. for the exhibit. Anyone wishing to contribute, should contact Buddy Polansky.

The SPJST members and Fayette Czech Singers and Dancers who went to the Czech Republic in July are invited to a covered dish lunch on October 10 at Louis Polansky's Lake at Rek Hill scheduled for 11 a.m. Everyone should bring a covered dish, photos of their trip and lawn chairs. You may bring guests and only ask that you bring enough food to also include the guest.

Everyone enjoyed seeing the lovely handmade items from the Czech Republic which Rose Rohde, Bonnie Rohde and Irene Polansky exhibited at the meeting.

It was also fun looking through the photo albums loaded with the beautiful scenes of the Czech Republic and listening to the experiences associated with this memorable trip.

December 12 has been tentatively set for Lodge No. 1's Christmas Party. A board meeting will be scheduled in November to firm up plans. We will advise you as soon as these are firmed up.

Fraternally, Irene Polansky

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4, Hallettsville Reports on September Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members, Our lodge held its monthly meeting on Saturday,September 18, 1993 at the Hallettsville Youth Center at 2 p.m. with a good attendance.

President Annie Vahalik called the meeting to order, followed by the pledge to the flag led by Flag Bearer Adam Siptak.

Corresponding Secretary Erwin Holy read the minutes from the July meeting and our August Family Day. Treasurer Helen Zabransky gave her report. FAC Joe Siptak reported on the upcoming SPJST activities and tournaments.

ATTENTION ALL "42" PLAYERS

Lodge 48, Beyersville to Host Progressive "42" Tournament October 16 SPJST Lodge No. 48 Beyersville will have a Progressive "42" Tournament on Saturday, October 16, 1993. We especially invite SPJST member of other lodges to come and enjoy a day of fun.. The tournament is open to the public, so be sure and bring your friends.

Registration is $10 per person. This includes the cost of your meal and snacks. Four dollars of each entry fee will go for prizes. A traveling trophy will also be presented to the first place winner. Dorothy Marken of Taylor was the winner of the trophy in 1993 and will be there to try and win the trophy for another year.

Pleasw register by October 12 to help us in preparing enough food and snacks.

All players will need to be signed in

on the morning of the tournament by 9 a.m. Sign-in will begin at 8:15 a.m. at which time each player will draw a number. Players will be seated at tables according to numbers drawn.

All players will play 15 games with each game being 20 minutes. Play begins at 9:15 a.m. and should conclude around 4:30 p.m. We will use the State SPJST rules, except rule 11 in which games are timed and score continues throughout the 20 minutes.

To pre-register or to receive more information, call or write: Bobby L. Wuensche Route Two, Box 215 Taylor, Texas 76574 (512) 352-3013 PS—Beyersville is about five miles out of Taylor on Highway 619.

—SPJST-

Wednesday, October 6, 1993—VESTNN/5 Sunshine Committee Chairman Margaret Smotek reported on the monthly bingo for the residents at Stevens Convalescent Center.

It was announced that the District Six Fall Social will be held on Sunday, November 7th in Victoria at Wayne's World and would be hosted by Lodge 32, Victoria.

Youth Leader Annie Vahalik reported on the youth club activities. She was happy to announce they have three new members,namely Elizabeth Wagner, Scott Holly and Jeff Holly. She also noted that the three members who participated in the SPJST State Youth Achievement Day represented our lodge very well. Adam Siptak won first place in Foods and Constructed Items. Joshua Siptak received second place in foods. Nicholas Vahalik won first place in talent and sewing and second place in Hobby Kits.

Congratulations to all of the winners!

President Vahalik appointed a committee to select a Fraternalist of the Year from our lodge and to report at the October meeting. The committee is composed of Joe Siptak, Chairman, Evelyn Holy and Patsy Zabransky.

The meeting was then adjourned.

Various games were played, including cards and dominoes. Both the young people and the adults had fun playing bunco. Prizes were given by the youth club. Everyone agreed that we should have another games party.

Door prize winners were Frances Urban and Elizabeth Vahalik.

Everyone then enjoyed a delicious meal of barbecue brisket and sausage furnished by the lodge and various side dishes and desserts brought by the members.

President Vahalik gave the meal prayer.

OUr next meeting will be on Sunday, October 10th at the Youth Center, beginning at 2 p.m. Door prizes will be given and lunch served as usual.

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —S PJ

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Lodge 18, Elgin Reports on September Meeting Dear Members, The meeting of the SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin was called to order at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 21, 1993 by Vice President/FAC Leslie Gustafson in the absence of President Dale Kessel who was unavoidably detained, but would arrive later. There were 23 members in attendance. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Leslie Gustafson. Secretary Gilbert Kubicek and George Liardon were absent and Treasurer Alice Kovar had an excused absence. The treasurer's report was read and approved. Reports were also hear from Ticket Chairperson Gladys Mogonye, Bar Chairperson "Curly" Gustafson, House Chairperson Irene Helgren and Youth Leader Ruby Bowen.

Youth Leader Ruby Bowen reported that the attendance was very good for the Fall Festival that was held in Taylor, Texas on Sunday, September 19. They did a few things different from years past and it all seemed to work very well and the day was enjoyed by everyone. She also reported that the young people would be going to Six Flags on Saturday, October 23.

Last month there was some discussion with regards to putting up fans on the stage at our lodge hall. The SPJST lodge would like to thank Gladys Mogonye and

her daughter, Judy, who -mated the fans to the lodge in loving mem.. v of our dear departed Brother Anton Moe nye. The fans have been installed and I Lai. certain all the bands will appreciate this generous contribution.

Congratulations are in order to Evelyn Gustafson for being one of the top sales representatives in premium sales.

Thanks, Evelyn, for a job well done. We all appreciate the great job you are doing.

President Dale Kessel stated that Mr. Albert Mikulencak would no longer be able to serve on the Resolution Committee and water the trees because of health problems. President Kessel also reported that there will be a Halloween Fall Festival held on Saturday, October 30. More details will he forthcoming.

Other items to be thinking about are the November election and the Fraternalist of the Year.

The air-conditioning problem was addressed again and Vice President/FAC Leslie Gustafson stated that he would contact someone to get the new units installed. The new lodge in Marlin, which will be chartered in the near future, was also discussed.

There was much discussion on the Incentive Program, such as if you win one of the awards, how the money should be spent in your immediate lodge. The group was not in agreement as to how it was recommended that the "award" money should be spent.

Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

Fraternally, Agnes Fschberger, Reporter —SPJST,

Scenes from Tarok Tournament at Lodge No. 29, Taylor Approximately 60 players participated in the Tarok Tournament held on September 18th at Lodge 29, Taylor.

Tournament chairman was Franklin Schlesinger.

Tarok has been described by some as "a game of hope"—you hope that today you will be dealt some good cards and that you can be the winner!

The players attending the tourna-

ment represented lodges and towns all around the the state, including New Tabor, Seaton, West, Fort Worth, Arlington, Schulenburg, San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi, Temple, Granger, Taylor and Jarrell.

Thanks to all those who participated in this year's event and congratulations to all of the winners.

SPJST-

Winners of the 1993 Taylor Tarok Tournament were, from left: First—Rudy Kaspar (Taylor); Second—V.J. Hajda (Granger); Third—William Pavlat (Granger); and Fourth—Walter Muehr (Houston). Fifth through eighth place winners were: David Guenther, Lewis Jez, Louis Kubala and Bobby Wuensche.

32, Victoria Reports on September Meeting Lodge

Dear Members, Lodge 32 met on September 8th with President Franklin Elles calling the meeting to order.

You will be receiving a call from Vlasta Svoboda, Jarmilla Obermiller or Katherine Wokaty asking (begging!) for cakes . . . The Czech Heritage Society Festival will be here before you know it and once again, Lodge 32 is is charge of the cake walk. We have been doing this for several years and the response has been great—let's keep it up this year and say, "Yes, I'll bring a cake (or two, or three!) when one of these nice ladies asks for your help on October 17th. Thanks!

At our last meeting, Wayne Spiller read us a questionnaire to be sent to all lodge members who live in the area. This is being mailed to you and we want you to fill it out and return it to Wayne. We are asking for topics that you are interested in hearing discussed at our lodge meetings and for any way that the lodge can be of help to you. SPJST is a wonderful fraternal organization that can benefit all of us. We just have to let it!

Several Lodge 32 members attended the District Six Fraternal Fest on Sunday the 26th in Taiton. Delicious hamburgers and great desserts along with swingin' music was enjoyed by all who attended.

We thank the Taiton lodge for hosting!

Make plans to attend our meeting on October 13th. Hope to see you then.

Don't forget about the November Seventh District Six Fall Meeting to be held at "Wayne's World." It should be lots of fun.

Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom, Reporter —SPJST-

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This group of members worked all day Saturday to be sure that the Tarok Tournament ran smoothly. Pictured, from left, they are Homer Sakewitz, Donna Schlesinger, Lillian Sakewitz and Frank Schlesinger, who was the tournament chairman. Not pictured are Frank and Irma Klinkovsky.

The Lodge 29 kitchen crew provided good food all day for Tarok players also worked again on Sunday to prepare food for more than 250 people at the District Two Fall Fun Day in Taylor. Pictured above are some of the helpers, from left: Loretta Tate, Gertrude Safarik, Laverne Eulenfeld, Lillian Sakewitz, Edmund Tate, Edith Shiller, Libbie Shepard, Libbie Krueger and Bennie tried. Not pictured are Allen Matthews, Jimmy Shepard, Mike Kaiser, Ronnie Rieger, Roland Stried, Homer Sakewitz, Kathryn Lehman and Melvin Steger.

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Dear Members L:d The recent summer :icnic hosted by Lodge No. 38 was a great success. The officers and Property Committee worked hard to be sure that everything ran smoothly.

The officers ish to thank their spouses and other lodge members— including children—who helped with all of the food service and clean-up details.

The officers want to get more memty involved and encourage the

join in on lodge younger r • -. 7.7. -; 27S activities. This will help us to preserve the heritage of our forefathers. These were good people who worked hard and always enjoyed getting together for their meetings, socials, gatherings and picnics. Let us carry on this tradition and pass it along to our children and grandchildren.

Thanks again for your help.

Fraternally, Johnnie Janak President —

Pictured above are some of the officers and Property Committee members of Lodge 38 who were responsible for the picnic. Many other chairmen and spouses also worked hard. They are, from left, Edwin Zimmerhanzel, August Hajdik, Dorothy Lastovica, Joe Sulak and Johnnie Janak. The lodge extends thanks to all who helped and to those who attended the picnic.

Lodge 66, Waco Reports on September Meeting Dear Members, The meeting was called to order at 2:30 p.m. by President Jim Locke. The flags were presented by Candice McAdams and Sandra Trickett. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Jessika Tierce and and lodge motto by Alicia Neslony.

All officers were present.

We had two visitors at the meeting, Oddie Hall and Robert Stanislay.

It was nice to see Sister Evelyn Seith back at the meeting. Hope you can be hack at our next meeting.

Secretary Bonnie Pruitt read the minutes of our previous meeting and they were approved.

Sister Darlene Engelke read a thank you note from the Slim Haisler Family.

The minutes of the Board of Trustees meeting were read and approved.

The Entertainment Committee report was delivered by Lucille Cervenka.

The meeting was followed by a delicious meal of fried chicken with all the fixings. For the October 17th meeting, members are asked to bring meat casserole and the committee will provide desserts and coffee.

In the FAC report, there were 24 members and five youth members present at our September 13th social game night.

Our next social game night will be October 11th at 7 p.m. Bring a snack.

A get-well card was sent to Emilie Kolonovsky and a sympathy card was send to Clara Kutni.

New members are Eric Wayne Nors, Tracy Hall Ureck and Kyle Marek.

The auditing committee reported that all books were in good order.

The Youth Club report was given by Gladys Yates. There were 18 members, two new members and some past youth leaders and assistant youth leaders present at their meeting. They will be making Christmas ornaments for the District Three fall meeting. They will also have a booth at the meeting. It was also reported that the youth club would be donating Halloween Candy to the Moody Nursing Home.

Awards were then presented to the merit points winners from the Libbie Parma Trust Fund. Awards were presented by Libbie Parma to the following young people: Juniors First Place—Justin Engelke Second Place—Brian Tierce Third Place—Michael Tierce Fourth Place—Nathan Tierce Fifth Place—Candice McAdams Teens First Place—Jesika Tierce Second Place—Brandi McAdams Third Place—Ashley Locke Sub-junior First Place—Douglas Galler Second Place—Kevin Galler Third Place—Jamie Cuikel The youth club then presented a short program and a memorial service for our deceased members who had passed away since September, 1992. There was a long-stem carnation placed for each member who had passed away. Those honored were: William Berger, Jr, JAmes Harvey Treet, Robert Schroeder, Jr., Frank S. Miller, Raymond F. Voliek, Kevin Kasik, Evelyn Pavelka, John R. Kofnovec, Leo A. Klimetchek, Anna Janek, Sallie Jacobs, and Mabell Crow.

A poem was read by Brandi McAdams and a prayer given by Alicia Neslony.

May our departed members rest in peace.

Youth Leader Gladys Yates then presented each past youth leader and youth leader assistant with a corsage. Those present were past Youth Leaders Libbie Parma, Darlene Engelke, Emma Ceska, tty Slovak and Garhara Brem.

The past assistant youth leaders present were Barbara Stanislasv, Rose Mary Spence, Philomena Miller, La Nelle Brem, Rose Galier, Mary Lou Urbanek, Leona Nors, Jim Locke, Gloria Locke, Patricia Neslony, and the present assistants now are Diana Engelke and Sharon Tierce.

Also in attendance was the 1963 State SPJST Queen Frances (Miller) ustejovsky.

A poem for the youth leaders and their assistants was read by Candice McAdams and Sandra Trickett.

Youth Leader Gladys Yates presented Libbie Parma with a plaque for 21 years of service to the Youth Club. Her husband, Frank Parma, was also presented a plaque for his service and help...

The Czech blessing was led by Justin Engelke. The English blessing was delivered by Nathan Tierce.

The 50/50 winner was Ray Orsag.

The 50/0 winner was Sandra Trickett.

Birthday celebrants in September included: Sandra Trickett, Diana Engelke, Ruby Orsag, Charles Trickett, Michael Tierce, Tony Glatter, Robert Seith and Jerry Pruitt.

Anniversary celebrants were: (50th) Bennie and Darlene Engelke, (50th) Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Reznicek, (50th) Mr. and Mrs. Reinhardt Wedeking and (21st) Lonny and Doris Glatter.

Congratulations and best of luck to all.

The birthday cake was brought by Justin Engelke.

The beer for the meeting was furnished by Bennie and Darlene Engelke in honor of their wedding anniversary and in honor of Diana Engelke's birthday.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned.

Fraternally, Leona Nors, Reporter —SPJST-

No. 81, Needville Reports on September Meeting Lodge

The regular monthly meeting of Lodge No. 81 was held on Sunday, September 19, 1993 at the lodge hall in Needville.

At noon, 30 members and guests enjoyed a dinner of baked and fried chicken with all the trimmings. The lodge provided the chicken and the other good food was brought by the lodge sisters. Thanks to Mary and Victor Werner for delivering the chicken from Rosenberg and to all of the members who make our monthly dinner so enjoyable.

At 1 p.m., President Adolph Macha called the business meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sister Helen Hegwood. Sister Hegwood, sales representative for District Five, was our special guest, and was welcomed by all.

All officers were present for roll call.

Minutes of the August meeting were read y Secretary Mary Werner and accepted with one correction. Correspondence was read by the secretary, including thank you notes from Ann Jedlicka and Stephanie Bain, our lodge's scholarship recipients.

Treasurer Willie Mae Kuykendall read the monthly financial report which was approved.

Special Fund Chairman Gilbert Walzel read the list of activities scheduled for the coming month in the hall and reported on the expenses and income of the Special Fund. Quarterly distributions of charitable donations from our Wednesday night social games were discussed.

Correspondence from the Supreme Lodge reminded us that it was time to select the Fraternalist of the Year in each lodge and save our pennies for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fun. December 31 is the deadline to apply for a technical or college scholarship for the 1994 school year.

Members send prayers and best wishes to Ervin Krueger and Leonard Jezek who are on our sick list. Brother Jerry Blinka is recuperating at home. We were happy to see Sister Vlasta Nowotny and August Macha off the sick list and present at the meeting.

We welcome tour new members into Lodge No. 81. They are Ann Jedlicka, Stephanie Bain, Steven Edgar Winkenwerder and Zachary Benjamin Sullivan. Gloria Maxine Pavlas, already a member, has increased her certificate.

State Sales Representative for District Five Helen Hegwood addressed members and brought us good news. Sister Benita Walzel was the top producer (in applications) for the month of August in District Five. Her reward was an envelope of lottery scratch-off tickets!

Under new business, members unanimously selected Sister Delores Macha as the Lodge No. 81 Fraternalist of the Year.

Congratulations to you, Delores.

A motion was made and approved to pay Kitchen Chairman Mary Werner for travel expenses involved in several trips during the year to purchase supplies at wholesale prices at Sam's Club.

Purchasing in bulk results in substantial savings to the kitchen.

Our next regular meeting will be held on Sunday, October 17, 1993 at the lodge hall. Ham will be provided by the lodge and members are asked to please bring a vegetable and dessert.

Awarding of door prizes preceded adjournment. Monetary prizes awarded

by Lodge No. 81 were won A.G. Palat, Willie Mae Macha, Louise Newman and Willie Miller.

Thanks go to Sister Helen Hegwood and other lodge members who donated additional door prizes. These were won

by Jeanette Newman, Sophie Baethe, August Macha, Walter Anderson, Vincent Newman, Sr., Shelly Sullivan, Victor Werner, Edwin Susan, Adolph Macha, Delores Macha, Annie Horelica, Mary Werner, Lynnette Newman, Frieda Miller, Willie Mae Kuykendall, Amanda Newman, Elsie Brdecka, Frank Brdecka and Helen Hegwood, who graciously returned her prize to the lodge.

Make plans now to attend the next meeting on Sunday, October 17, 1993.

Please bring a vegetable and dessert.

Dinner will be at 12 noon and the meeting at 1 p.m.

Fraternally, Louise Newman, Reporter —SPJST-

84, Dallas Annual Czech Fest a "Great Success" Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, I just thought that I would drop you a letter to let you know that our annual Czech Fest at Lodge No. 84 in Dallas was a great success. There was a full capacity

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crowd and lots of games, food, and prizes for everyone. I do think that there are a lot of people who need to be thanked for their help to make this event a great success. Without their donations of gifts, food, and time, this could never have happened.

Unfortunately, the list of names would be entirely too long to list everyone, so I know that you know who you are and I want to say THANK YOU. Besides those who helped the day of the event, there were also those people who purchased prize drawing tickets, purchased pastries and supported the lodge by coming to the event. Thank you.

The drawing prize that I had written to you about in the amount of $700.00 was contributed by the past kings and queens.

Since I was involved in this job, I wanted to list them individually and the amount that each of them contributed. I appreciate their support and I know that the lodge is also very appreciative.

They are as follows: Kathy Mandak $10.00 Lisa Sadecky 5.00 Larry Sadecky 5.00 Chris Mandak 10.00 Karl Mandak 10.00 Carol Nemec Faraizl 100.00 Joe Prachyl 20.00 Sharon Gaiser Maloney 20.00 Cheryl Petr 10.00 Randy Petr 10.00 Vicki Petr Sims 10.00 Cindy Becan Edwards 10.00 Debbie Becan Kerr 10.00 Stephanie Becan 10.00 Brian Becan 10.00 James Janousek 50.00 Raymond Rejcek 50.00 Joe Ondrusek 50.00 James Liska 25.00 Cindy Mandak Cappel 25.00 Larry Petr 25.00 Sally Manak Gordon 10.00 Jerry Manak 10.00 Paul Manak 10.00 Camille Mandak Payne 20.00 Larry Petr, II 25.00 Meribeth Novak 25.00 Cindy Horak Pokladnik 10.00 Linda Bartek Coker 5.00 Chris Coker 5.00 Monty Olson 10.00 Randy Olson 10.00 Johnny Pokladnik 10.00 Steven Reznik 5.00 Lisa Reznik 5.00 Eugene Reznik 5.00 5.00 Barbara Reznik Vicki Gerlich 15.00 Tony Mayes 10.00

10.00 Leslie Barnes Justine Marie Pokladnik Yeager 10.00 Richard Andreason 10.00 Brandon Andreason 10.00 Tara Andreason Cloutman 10.00 Carrie Andreason 10.00 Neal Andreason 10.00 Nodya Rejcek Thornton 25.00 Kyle Matus 25.00 In Memory of Mary Prachyl 10.00 The total amount surpassed even my wildest imagination and hopes. We had to give a total amount in order to print the tickets and not all of the money had arrived, so , I told them the amount would be $700.00. We ended up with a grand total of $800.00. On the day of the Czech Fest, we gave the extra $100.00 as a door prize. It was a great success too. Thank you to all of you who helped me to locate as many past kings and queens as I did.

My next project is now to locate all of the past Teen Club members. If you have any addresses or phone numbers-or even names-please send them to the lodge at 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas Texas 75204. Attn: Camille.

Once again, thank you to everyone and see you next year. We hope to make next year even bigger..

Fraternally yours Camille Paye -SPJST-

88, Houston Reports on September Meeting Lodge

On September 13, 1993, Lodge 88 had their monthly meeting. President Jerry Ermis opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. with the Migl girls and Paul Pflughaupt placing the flags in their respective places, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. We honored our deceased members Frank Sebek and Annie Grissom with a minute of silence.

President Ermis called the roll of officers. All were present except for Pat Holeman, who was on a trip to Las Vegas.

Secretary Mildred Holeman read the minutes of the previous meeting which were approved. She also read correspondence from the Louise Cordes family, the Frank Sebek family, and from the Annie Grissom family to the Men's Club and to the lodge.

FAC Homer Alexander gave his report. If you wish to see the exact report, Homer presented a good report in the Vestnik on September 9.

:y in.- a ecep„ Piatner. left, °wc ekeepi g tea t.z.e SPJS7 .ding for 17 3, ea"rs. Picture t with Brother Palmer is is longtime co-worker, _ene Reveile. Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska stated that Wilburn serve the Society T.: and that could always be depended to complte any assigned task. e officers and staff wish rother Palmer well on h s retirement.

Youth Leader Barbara Linney also gave a good report on the youth activities.

She said that they finally had their swimming party with approximately 75 people in attendance. Some of the parents also went swimming. Barbara stated that their monthly meeting was always the first Wednesday of the month, but that the Board, Entertainment Committee, the band and sometimes the Choral Group all met on the same night. It sometimes gets so congested that Barbara now has the Youth Meeting on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Chairman Viola Cox of the Entertainment Committee gave a good report. Manny Green made a unique attractive poster for his dances, which he placed in the foyer at a cost of $72, which he paid for. The sign is equipped with a slot where you can slip in the latest dance date.

On September 11, Manny played for a good crowd and during intermission, he put on a dance exhibition. Two couples from the U.S. Amateur Ballroom Association, who were meeting in Houston during the week, performed. On September 17, Buddy Kirk will have a group performing for us.

Viola is so happy about the free advertising. We were listed in the Ballroom Association's Calendar of Events with both Manny Green's and Buddy Kirk's dances.

Friday, September 24 will be our "Back to School Youth Party" with music

by Texas Brew.

On September 25, Jack Melick will be here. There will be a "line dance" exhibition on that night with Cliann Stevens and Lance Steven's wife. It seems that our dancers love these exhibition dances.

The schedule for the October dances are as follows: Oct. 2, Sat.-Jody Mikula, Polka time Oct. 8, Fri.-Texas Brew, C/W Oct. 9, Sat.-Gus Lindemann, Ballroom and Variety Oct 16, Sat.-Central Texas Sounds, Polka time Oct. 23, Sat.-Jack Melick, "The Piano Man" Oct. 30, Sat.-Eddie Bauer, Big Band Music Oct. 31, Sun.-Czech Day, Turkey dinner at 11 a.m.

Gladys Smallwood, vice chairman and treasurer of the Entertainment Committee came up to the podium to address President Ermis, officers, members and guests of Lodge 88 and said that she wishes to nominate Harley Cox for Fraternalist of the Year. She then asked to present some information on his behalf. He has worked hard for this lodge for more than 30 years-all on a volunteer basis with no pay.

Harley joined the lodge in 1959 and shortly thereafter became active in lodge activities. In 1963 he was elected Entertainment Chairman and served in that capacity for 24 years. For the past three years, he has been vice chairman and booking agent for our big bands.

The Entertainment Committee was for years responsible for the Sunday big days and for several years served supper on Thursday night for the Social Night activities. Harley was very involved in all of this . In addition, he was at the lodge every Saturday working with table set-up and polishing the ballroom floor. This is the greatest dance floor and the dancers love it..

Harley has done a great job of booking bands for the Chandelier Gallroom.

During the Cate sixties, he wanted to start booking big bands and was told by

Brother Alfred Hilsher (deceased) to go ahead and try it. Ever since, he has booked many of the best bands in the country. Some of the great leaders such as Wayne King came here in person. To this day, he is contacted by agents and bands from around the U.S. Dancing U.S.A., a national magazine even had an article about Harley Cox and the SPJST. Although Harley was always enthusiastic about the big bands and he is not of Czech Descent, he never forgot the Czech heritage of this lodge. When polka dances were not doing well and it was suggested that they be discontinued, Harley stood up and said that would never happen as long as he is booking bands.

Harley was on the Program Committee for the dedication of the lodge in 1965.

In 1973, he replaced Brother Emil Horelica (deceased) as vice president. He also served on the Board of Trustees for two years and for several years he belonged to the Men's Club.

Harley has been a delegate to seven conventions-1968 to the present-and was on the Convention Planning Committee for the 1972 Houston Convention. He was asked by the Supreme Lodge to be Publicity Chairman at this convention.

Harley is a member of Heights Presbyterian Church and works as a dedicated member of SPJST Lodge 88, and now I (Gladys), would like to thank each of you for this opportunity to nominate Harley Cox for Fraternalist of the Year.

He was accepted by acclamation.

That speaks well for you, Harley.

Congratulations.

King Hegwood, chairman of the Kitchen Committee, would appreciate if by the October monthly meeting, all would sign up if they wish to help with Czech Day on Sunday, October 31.

Willie Wehring, our chairman of the Social Night Committee, gave his account of our Thursday night games.

He was proud of the way his workers take over. Sometimes we are understaffed but it doesn't seem to bother anyone. We all double-up and work harder.

Willie asked the Committee to stand up, which shows he's well pleased with our endless efforts.

President Lowrina Lindemann of the Birthday Club invited all to our twice a month Wednesday dinners.

President Edward Miculka of the Men's Club always has an interesting report. He gave his report by addressing the president, officers of the lodge, and Mr. Souchek. Another year, another prize drawing, as usual, is underway. They will give four $75 gift certificates, plus a bunch of other prizes. This will happen on Czech Day, October 31. The tickets are three for $1 or a book of 16 chances for $5. All proceeds will go to the lodge.

I hope that you'll buy the tickets.

As the story goes, some years back, Mr. Souchek was driving down a narrow country road and he got to a one-way bridge. The motorist on the other end said, "I'm not backing up for any idiot.

Mr. Souchek put his car in reverse and said, "Well, I do."

Chairman of the Board Karl Lindemann gave a brief account of the pool and also noted that the pool was opened for the District Five Meeting and Fun Day. I hated to miss it, but had to attend a reunion of the school (one-room) where I taught. The school later became a consolidated school and I also taught there for nine years My daddy was one of the trustees and he worked hard for the school. He campaigned day and night for

8/VESTNEK—Wednesday, October 6, 1993 the people in that area to build a threeteacher school. The proposition passed and the school was built. My daddy was for a good education.

This is a little personal comment: When I graduated from Fayetteville High School, I mentioned to my father that I wanted to go to college. He looked at me, surprised, and said, "With what?"

We had no money,but I insisted and finally I mentioned this to some good neighbors who had money—and I could see why. My sister Talita and I visited them and they'd give us an apple cut in half.

Anyway, finally one of them asked me how much money I needed. I said $300 should get it. Then he said when you get a job you can give it back to me. Believe me, when I finally save up $300, I went to their house to pay them off. He said, "No, you keep that money." That was such a happy occasion, I never forgot.

Chairman Tom Marsh of the Auditing Committee had audited the books and found them in order.

President Naomi Spencer of the Dramatic Club reported that she would he having a free show on Sunday, September 26 and encouraged everyone to come if possible. Food, drinks and pastries would be served with a charge.

President Gene Barcak of the Choral Group gave a short report. The Choral Group was going to the Kolache Festival in Caldwell on a chartered Bus. He also stated that the Rules and Regulations Committee want all suggested changes by the members turned in before the October 11 meeting, so they can be voted on.

Mary Kosut, our Benevolent Lady, gave her July and August report—a job well done.

Submitted respectfully by Pearl Hanka, Second Vice President Rem ember—"Gentle words work better than hard ones."

—SPJST-

92, Fort Worth Reports on September Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Our regular meeting was to be September 11, but due to our Czech Heritage Day, it was changed to September 19. It was well attended and our chairman , Al Kercho, gave a good report on our receipts. The ticket sales were very good and were sold by many members, but I suppose Frank Tesar, Sr. will have to take the credit for selling the most tickets. He also sold the winning tickets. The lodge wants to thank all those who bought tickets, donated prizes and worked to make the day such a success.

Martha Durham received a surprise when she went to pay Risky Catering for the food. Mr. Jim Risky donated a large amount of money to our lodge. Mr. Risky, we do appreciate the gift and all members do thank you and your company so very much.

It was nice to have Brother Keith Gatewood, our field representative from headquarters, at our meeting. He presented three of our sales representatives with certificates for completing 12 weeks of training in the Quick Start II program.

Those receiving certificates were Martha Durham, Kenneth Krivanek and Albert Kubala. We are proud of them and of our other sales representatives. I know that there will be a sales workshop on September 29 at our lodge. I hope that all area sales representatives attend.

A chairman for Czech Heritage Day was elected to start getting things ready for next year's celebration. This has to be done in order to line up the bands that will play. It seems if we wait too long, all the bands are booked up. We had with us a member who lives in the Houston area, Katherine Hubenak Swinford. She had a stroke a few years ago and has a little difState Field Representative Keith Gatewood, left, pictured with Lodge 92 sales representatives Albert Kubala, Kenneth Krivanek and Martha Durham.

The three received certificates for successful completion of the Quick Start II insurance sales and marketing program.

ficulty walking but she has improved a lot. Keep up the good work and come see us soon. Katherine is the daughter of Esta Belle Hubenak.

Remember the next dance will be a Halloween dance on October 30th with music by the Rejcek Band of Ennis. Do remember, also, that every Friday night there is the ballroom dance. Then there is the game night that so many come to the lodge and enjoy and have a great time.

Thanks to Helen Kubala, Liz Howard and Mona Hattendorf for serving the meal after the meeting and to all of the ladies who brought pastries. The next meeting will be October 10, starting at 2 p.m., so please attend and if you have something that will better our lodge, bring it to the meeting and it will be discussed.

Enclosed with this letter you will see a photograph of SPJST Field Representative Keith Gatewood. Till next time, stay healthy and help make SPJST lodges grow as you have been doing in the past.

A sign in a small Texas town boasted, "If you need it, we have it." Across the

street, there was another sign in a store window, "If we don't have it, you don't need it."

Fraternally yours, Carl W. Zich, President /Reporter —SPJST-

107, Floresville Reports on September Meeting

Lodge

Lodge 107 held its monthly meeting at the lodge hall on September 19, 1993.

The meeting was called to order by President Bayer. All officers answered roll call except Treasurer Liz Bielefeld.

The pledge to the flag was led by Clarine Penak.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and corrected. President Bayer again urged all members to help sales representatives get more SPJST members. Several members were reported on

Fayette Czech Singers and Dancers Report on Trip to Czech Republic The Fayette Czech Singers and Dancers, comprised of 20 performers from Fayette and Harris Counties, recently returned from a trip to the Czech and Slovak Republics. They were accompanied by 13 friends and relatives.

The highlight of the trip was the opportunity to participate in the International Music Festival on July 3-4 at the Wallachian Open-Air Museum in Roznov pod Radhostem, Moravia in the Czech Republic. They sang and danced four times during the two-day event.

Many members of this tour group have origins in the Wallachian area of Moravia, so they had the opportunity to either visit with relatives still living there, or to do genealogical research.

Much time was spent visiting their villages of origin, the churches, cemeteries and old homesteads that were left by their ancestors in order to emigrate to Texas. They received personal tours and assistance by members of the museum and "Polajka," its entertainment group that toured through the Czech areas of Texas in September, 1992.

Five members of the executive committee for the Czech Heritage Society of Texas, who were part of the tour group also participated in the presentation of a

yellow rose bush to the Garden of Friendship and Peace at Lidice, near Prague. The old village of Lidice was totally demolished by the Nazis during World War II. The rose bush was donated by the CHS in memory of all of the Czech-Texan veterans who lost their lives in foreign wars.

Also, on July Fourth, Arnold Pechal of Temple, a State CHS trustee, had the privilege of attending the unveiling of a plaque on the Josef Ludmil Lesikar home in Cermna, Bohemia in the Czech Republic. This was a special celebration commemorating the 140th Anniversary campaign for emigration to America. Mr. Pechal presented a proclamation from Gov. Ann Richards and also he presented a Texas flag, provided by the SPJST, to the local Brethren Church in Cermna.

The tour was organized by Carolyn Meiners of La Grange, with the assistance of Victor Peter of Pasadena, and Dr. Vaclav Mikusek of the Wallachian Museum. Mr. Peter, a trustee for the Czech Heritage Society of Texas, is working at the museum from May to October, promoting a cooperative exchange of information between the Wallachian peoples and Czech-Texans.

—SPJST-

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Pictured above are some of the contestants in the kroj contest at the Lodge 92 Czech Heritage Day. They are, from left, Brother and Sister Divin, Frank and Myrle Kovar, Carl and Christine Zich and Lydia Alholm in back.

The State Czech Heritage Society of Texas presents a yellow rose bush in remembrance of those who died at Lidice (in the Czech Republic) during World War II. Pictured, from left, are Carolyn Meiners, Marjorie Matula and Anna Krpec.

Looking on are Victor Peter, the Mayor of Lidice and Arnold Pechal.

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Wednesday, October 6, 1993—VESTNIK/9 the sick list, including Martha Hma,Trey Bielefeld and Pauline Pavliska. There were probably others who had the summer "bug."

The youth report was given by Cheryl Morissey. They have one new member, Kevin Bayer. It was reported that Kara Morissey won a second place trophy at State Y.A.D. in story telling.

Congratulations, Kara! Games were being planned for the District Seven Family Fun Day on October 24.

FACs Glenn and Wendy Pruski are in charge of games and contest. Don't forget there will be contests for quilting, needlework, and kolache baking.

Outdoor contests will include horse shoes and volleyball. There will also be dominoes and taroky for those of us who aren't up to volleyball or horseshoes. I think something was also mentioned about bingo. The youth leaders and FACs will work hard to see that you have a good time.

Billy Pavliska and his crew will cook a kettle of good old-fashioned stew, along with homemade bread, corn bread, salad, coffee or tea, all for the reasonable price of $3 for adults and $1.50 for children under 12. It's all you can eat.

The fraternalist of the year forms should be turned in.

Scholarship forms are also due.

Lodge 107 will be cooking peanut brittle and packaging peanuts on October 2 and 3. All members are urged to come help.

Our November meeting will again he held on the first Sunday in November.

The meeting in November will start at 2 p.m. for the youth club and at 3 p.m. for the adults.

Birthday celebrants acknowledged were Trey Bielefeld, Jason Ciomperlek and Libbie Ann Kolenda.

RVOS will be holding their annual dinner and meeting at the hall on September 26th.

Split-the-pot winners were August Merecka and Mary Svoboda.

Fraternally, Pauline Pavliska —SPJST-

139, Danbury Reports on September Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members, The September 8 meeting of Danbury Lodge No. 139 was called to order by President Lonnie Lostak. The members, led by Wesley Baldwin, recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Everyone remained standing for a brief period of silence in memory of Judge Alton Arnold, who recently passed away.

The officers gave their reports, correspondence was read and announcements were made. It was decided that the lodge would make a donation to the SPJST Memorial Scholarship Fund in memory of former Vestnik Editor Rudy Sefcik.

The lodge also voted to give every member of Lodge 139 who is age 70, or older, a turkey at Christmas time. Our secretary, Lorenda Baldwin, will be responsible for buying and delivering the turkeys.

Before adjourning for the social, Helen Filipp and Lorenda Baldwin were serenaded with "Happy Birthday" by the 15 members and two guests in attendance.

Fraternally, Faye Wilson, Reporter

—SPJST-

Reunions and Announcez:ents Svoboda-Cabla Family Reunion The 17th Annual Svoboda-Cabla reunion will be held on Saturday, October 9, 1993, at the Seaton Community Center, beginning at 10 a.m. The meal will be served at around noon. Each family is asked to bring a vegetable, salad or dessert.

Barbecue is being provided as well as cups, plates, utensils and drinks. To cover costs, adults will be $2 each and children, under the age of 12, will be 75 cents.

This year, adults and children may play bingo, dominoes or horseshoes after the meal. Those interested in bingo, please bring that special white elephant gift for someone else's winning treasure!

For more information, please contact Don or Rhonda Cabla, Route Four, Box 680, Temple, Texas 76501, or call (817) 985-0020.

We encourage everyone to come out and join in the food and fellowship— plus, have a great time!

Thank you, Don and Rhonda Cabla — SPJST-

Tallas-Manak

Family Reunion The annual Tallas-Manak Reunion will be held on Saturday, October 9, 1993 at the SPJST Hall in Taylor, Texas, beginning at 11 a.m. A pot luck meal will be served from 1 to 2 p.m. Meat will not be furnished. Tea, coffee, and eating utensils will be provided.

Geraldine (Tallas) Heisch and Cindy Tallas have updated the Tallas and Manak Family History Books and will have a draft of them at the reunion.

If you have anything to contribute concerning our family heritage, please bring copies to add to the history hooks. Please plan to review and/or critique your family's section and place an order if you would like to purchase one. If you are unable to attend, please send information on your families and address additions and/or changes to Cindy Tallas, 2000 Cedar Bend Drive, No 2302, Austin, Texas 78758. See you on October 9th.!

Cindy Tallas, D.A. and Janice (Lindemann) Swope, Paul and Judy (Tallas) Pasemann, Nancy and Robert Lindemann — SPJST-

the blinking light and proceed about two miles to St. Joseph's Catholic Church.

The hall is right there, on the left side of the road.

A few items will be purchased by the reunion for a drawing. Monetary donations will be needed to cover the cost of expenses: hall rent, plates, cups, coffee, tea, postage.

Make plans to be there and invite some others to join us. The more people, the more fellowship.

Officers: Leon and Mary Zavodny Jerry and Dorothy Vitek Dorothy Pechal • —SPJST-

Orsak

Family Reunion The 43th Orsak Family Reunion will be October 24, 1993 at the SPJST Hall in Snook, Texas. The event will start at around 11 a.m.

Each family is asked to bring enough food for their family. As in the past, drinks (tea and coffee), plates and silverware will be furnished.

We are urging all of the descendants of Josef and Apolena Orsak to attend.

Please contact as many relatives as possible and ask them to attend.

We are looking forward to seeing you on October 24.

Clarence Junek (409) 272-3428 Bill Orsak (409) 272-8902 —SPJST-

Trlica-Kopecky Family Reunion The 39th Trlica-Kopecky Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, October 10th at the Moravia Parish Dining Room in Moravia, Texas.

Please bring food for a family-style dinner. Sausage, bread, drinks and cups will be furnished.

Directions: Take FM 532 (Moulton Exit) off Highway 77, between Schulenburg and Hallettsville, to FM 957 to Moravia. Signs will be posted. Bring ALL your family and spend the day at Moravia.

Sincerely, Minnie Lee Trlica, Secretary —SPJST-

Vitek-Pechal

Family Reuni on The 33rd reunion of the Vitek family and the 12th reunion of the Pechal family will be held on Sunday, October 17, 1993, with registration beginning at 10:30 a.m. The location is the St. Joseph's Church Parish Hall in the Cyclone Community. All of the descendants of the Martin, Josef and Thomas Vitek and Josef Pechal families are being invited to be present. A basket lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m.

This is our first time at this place. I will attempt to give you directions. It is off Highway 53, east of Temple—past Zabcikville and the Ocker Brethren Church. Take Farm Market Road 485 at

Kovar-Volcik-Prcin

Family Reunion The Kovar-Volcik-Prcin Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, October 10, 1993 at the Granger SPJST Hall in Granger, Texas.

Registration begins at 11 a.m. Each family attending is asked to bring a meat dish and a vegetable or dessert dish. Any itmes that you would like to contribute for door prizes or the country store will also be appreciated.

Thank you, Evelyn Lesikar —SPJST-

Sebesta Family Reunion The descendants of Pavel Sebesta and Rozina (Pagac) Sebesta will hold their reunion on Sunday, October 17, 1993, at the SPJST Hall in Snook, Texas.

Registration will start at 10 a.m. and the noon meal will start at 12:30 p.m.

Each family is asked to bring a basket lunch for the meal. Tea, coffee , and utensils will be furnished.

A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. for those who have passed away since our last reunion.

Please send information on deceased family members to Mr. Robert Collins, P.O. Box 220, Snook, Texas 77878, or call at (409) 272-8625, or contact Mr. John Sebesta, Route. Two Box 171, Somerville, Texas 77879. For reunion information, contact President John Sebesta at (409) 272-8377, or Secretary Angela Hairrell at (409) 272-1378. Hope to see all you there!

Sincerely, Angela Hairrell —SPJST-

Rozacky

Family Reunion The 12th annual Rudolph and Frances Rozacky Reunion will be held on Sunday, October 24, 1993, at the Granger SPJST Hall. Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. A catered meal will be served for the family. Each family is asked to bring a dessert. We are also asking each family to bring a homemade item such as canned or baked goods or crafts for a silent auction that will be held that afternoon.

Please pass information on to all of your family members. Thank you and please plan to attend this reunion. For more information, contact Betty Rozacky Shirocky at (512) 859-2676.

—SPJST-

Marek

Family Reunion The 13th annual Marek Family Reunion will be held on October 24, 1993 at SPJST Lodge No. 47, Seaton.

Registration starts at 10 a.m.

Lunch will be served buffet style at 12:30 p.m.

Each family is requested to bring a meat, vegetable or salad and a dessert.

Tea, coffee, Kool-Aid, plates, cups, plastic ware, napkins and ice will be furnished. Coffee, tea and Kool-Aid will be served all day.

A voluntary donation will be taken.

A brief business meeting will be held at 2 p.m. to elect officers for the next reunion. Hope to see all of you at the reunion.

Sincerely, Evelyn Marek, President of the Marek Reunion —SPJST-

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in Your Local Lodge Meetings and Activities and Make SPJST a Family Affair.

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, October 6, 1993

Youth Letters Section

From the State Youth Director Vestnik Project for October

Applications Are Now Avaiable for 1994 SPJST Scholarships.

See page three for more details.

Scenes from Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Activities

BOZENA NEMCOVA The first of the realist writers of Bohemia was Bozena Nemcova, who stands unqualifiedly foremost among the women authors of her nation.

Nemcova spent her childhood in the foothill region of Ratiborice on the Silesian border, where is laid the scene of her best-known and most-loved novel of country life, Babicka (The Grandmother), which has gone into dozens of editions and has been translated into many different languages. Frances Gregor, author of The Story of Bohemia, made the English translation of this beautiful story, which Nemcova admitted was a picture of her own life and that of her brothers and sisters under the sheltering love of one of the dearest and most typical characters in Czech literature—"the grandmother."

Nemcova cultivated her genius under the guidance of literary men with whom

she came in contact in Prague, where her husband, a n official in the Austrian government service, was stationed for a while. Through her husband's frequent removals, she became well acquainted with various parts of Bohemia and Slovakia where she studied the people and collected the customs, traditions, tales and folk lore which she later used in her collections of fairy tales, legends, short stories and novels.

Nemcova has created many faithfully drawn Czech and Slovak characters her women especially being typical of their nation. She writes with a vigor, picturesqueness and purity, combined with the characteristic quiet Slav humor and poetic idealism which never failed to appeal to her readers.

—SPJST-

SEPTEMBER VESTNIK PROJECT OUESTIONS

1. Bozena Nemcova was the first SNOOK YOUTH PRESENT PROGRAM AND HONOR ALL GRANDPARENTS WITH A RECEPTION ON GRANDPARENTS DAY. Pictured, from left, back row, are: Jess Junek, Heather Slenk, Vicky Baumann, Ashley nicky, Victorick, HONORARY GRANDPARENTS: Charlene and Charles Led Randy See, Amanda Baumann, Kathryn Kovar, Katie See, Becky See. MIDDLE: Candice Macik, Courtney Macik, Amy Gaas, Jason Gaas, Jack Baumann, Nick Kirk. FRONT: Dwayne Macik, Kimberly Gaas and Travis Schoppe.

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2. Where did Nemcova spend her childhood?

3. What is the name of Nemcova's best-known and most-loved novel?

4. Name the author who translated this novel into English.

5. Through her husband's travels, Nemcova became acquainted with various parts of and 6. While in these countries, Nemcova studied the and collected the tales and folklore which she later used in her collection of fairy tales, legends, short

= SNOOK YOUTH SPONSOR ICE WATER BOOTH AT RECENT CALDWELL KOLACHE FESTIVAL. Youth enjoyed serving ice waster to those in attendance. Pictured here are: Theresa Schoppe, Travis Schoppe, Candice and Dwayne Macik, Randy See, Jess Junek and Mrs. Karen Macik.

SNOOK YOUTH HAVE SPEAKER AT SEPTEMBER MONTHLY MEETING. Mrs. Marie Schoeneman spoke to the youth at their September meeting on Rules and Regulations changes for the Burleson County Fair and Livestock Show held September 23-25. She gave great pointers on being helpful and courteous to all youth participating.

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District Two Members: There's Still Time to Sign Up for Trip District Two Members: There is still time for you to sign up for the District Two trip to Six Flags on Saturday, October 23. The tri sop. to all merni-:.'_:rs, a doesn't .:ave tc: . for you We will leave Tem p le b y 'hartered

buses at 7:30 a.m. from the Temple Mall parking lot (near the old Sears building).

Tickets may be purchased by the district for $18.95. Active youth club members will receive a discount. Check with your youth leader.

The deadline to sign up is today. Please contact your youth leader or me at (817) 774-8488. We hope many of you will be with us to enjoy Spook Day at Six Flags.

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Dear Members and Friends, Our last youth club meeting was held on August 13th.

We baked sausage kolaches on four different days in August for the Westfest.

We also had a float in the Westfest parade. The theme was "Building Bridges to a Better Tomorrow." We received second place and are very proud that we placed.

We want to thank everyone who helped us in any way. Thank you very much to all of you.

The youth and adults will be going to Six Flags on Sunday, October 3. We discussed meeting at the West Bank and Trust at 8 o' clock on Sunday morning.

We started working on our Christmas items for the rest home.

On August 15th, during State Youth Achievement Day in Temple, Tammie and Celia Dobecka competed in the hobby kits category.

Peggy Dobecka and I also had jobs to do at State Y.A.D. Everything turned out real nice.

Those celebrating birthdays in September are: Robert Lenart, Jr., Ernie Koler, and Amy Hromadka.

Fraternally, Willie Mae Schuetz, Youth Leader —SPJST--

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Reports Active September Dear Readers, The Snook Youth Club had a free ice water booth at the Kolache Festival on

Youth Club Members: Remember the Holiday Ornament Contest to be held at your Fall District Meeting

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

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

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club Reports on August Meeting

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September 11th from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. I worked the first shift with Travis, Lucas and Dwayne. we were very hot and busy. We had a good time and enjoyed looking around after work.

The Snook Youth Club had a Grandparents Day program at the Snook Brethren Church on September 12 at 4 p.m. We started off with a flag skit, sang a few songs, read poems and had two more skits. We then presented our honorary grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lednicky with a gift. After the program, we had cookies and punch.

Fraternally, Candice Macik (8-18-93, 8-20-93)

(Editor's note—Two letters were received concurrently and merged above.)

—SPJST-

9, Snook Youth Club Reports on Activities Lodge

Dear Readers, The Snook Youth Club had a free ice water booth at the Kolache Festival on September 11. I had fun working and looking at all the goodies.

The Snook Youth Cub had Grandparents Day program in September.

We did our skit, "The Three Piggy Opera" again. It was fun and the refreshments were great.

Fraternally, Dwayne Macik (8-18-93, 8-19-93)

(Editor's note—Two letters were received concurrently and merged above.)

—SPJST-

29, Taylor Youth Club Reports on September Meeting Lodge

The September 12 meeting of the Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club was brought to order by Jason Cervenka.

Kristin Muegge led the Pledge of Allegiance. There were 35 members and two guests present. Jennifer and Mark Johle are our two new members.

Under new business, our fund raiser was discussed. We are selling items from the Tom Wat Showcase, which will conclude in October. We are also very excited about going to Six Flags on October 23rd with District 'Two.

12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, October 6, 1993 VESTNIK CONTEST FOR C CTOBER AGES 12-14

VESTNIK CONTEST FOR OCTOBER AGES 15-17

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Fraternally, Whitney Kolinek, Reporter (9-27-93)

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66, Waco Youth Club Reports on September Meeting

We discussed, and this is also a reminder for everyone that our District Three Fall Meeting is October 24 in Ennis. This will also be our first Fraternal Fest. There will be a free dance and booths set up for the kids. The District Three Youth can also enter in the Christmas ornament contest. We also discussed thinking about a good date for Holiday in the Park.

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Our first door prize was won by Ace Wigley and Candice McAdams won second place.

Our next meeting will be on October 17th. We will bring Halloween candy for the Moody Nursing Center for their Halloween treats. We will also make grab bags for the Fraternal Fest after the

Lodge

We had our meeting on September 19, 1993. The meeting was called to order

by Jesika Tierce. The Pledge of Allegiance was said by Candice McAdams. the last meeting minutes were read and approved.

We had 18 members and seven adults present. We also had several visitorsWaylon Callaway, Thomas Honey and Jeremy Pruitt; other guests were Emma Ceska, Lenelle Brim and Rosemary Spence, who were past youth leaders.

Everyone met in San Antonio on September 11 and went on our annual trip to Fiesta Texas.

We want to congratulate Jesika Tierce for being asked to go perform at the State Fraternal Congress in San Antonio.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Presents Two New Youth Club Members The Lodge 17 Youth Club welcomes Brandi Crnkovic, age 6. Brandi's hobbies include swimming, playing with her Barbie dolls, fishing, playing with Susanne Vollentine and coming to SPJST activities.

She attends Caldwell Elementary School and Sunday school at Cooks Point Brethren Church. Brandi has one sister.

The Lodge 17 Youth Club also welcomes Susanne Vollentine, age 6.

Susanne's hobbies include fishing, reading, playing with her Barbie r dolls, swimming and helping her daddy.

Susanne also attends Caldwell Elementary School and Cooks Point Brethren Church. Susanne has three sisters.

—SPJST-

youth meeting. Our meeting ended at 2:50 p.m. on September 19.

Fraternally, Justin Engelke, Reporter (9-26-93) —SPJST-

196, Houston Youth Club Reports on Fall District Meet Lodge

Dear Readers, Today, September 18th, we attended a District Five meeting at Lodge 88. There were several other lodges represented there.

My loge sold baskets with sea shells hot-glued on them. It was a bug success.

After setting up, we swam while others played volleyball.

Also, my cousin, Ryan Stasny, won first place in the Christmas tree ornament contest for his age group.

Kirk Weathers (13), Secretary (9-28-93) -SPJST—

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Pripravuji tedy zakony, prijimaji rozhodnuti o privatisaci na geho majetku a mohou pritom vesele podnikat.

Napriklad dne gni predseda parlamentu M. Uhde 20.1.92 intervenoval ye prospech firmy Ceska kniha, jejim2 podilnikem je jeho man2elka. Umite si takovouto absurditu v Americe predstavit? Vgak jsou u2 take z nagich vladnoucich "demokratft" vesmes milionaii. A nestaei jim ani to. Valne jednali dokonce o torn, is e si schvali

pray° bezcelniho dovozu zbo21 do nagi republiky! Duchody pritom ztratily jakoukoliv hodnotu a na gi staff lids, nemaji-li pomoc od deti, easto nemaji ani na nejzakladnej gi potieby.

Jak jsem napsal, boj s komunistickYmi centralisty se netYka jenom nas Moravane, je v zajmu ka2cleho poctiveho obeana.

Vytrhneme-li v gak Moravu z moci Prahy, oslabime tak totalitni centrum a pomfdeme tak i obeanftm z Cech. V boji proti pralskernu centru jsme koncem loiiskeho roku ustavili Mora y -skolerYzmn,ktvoli Prozatimni mora yskoslerskou vladu.

Jejich prvoradYm tlkolem je dosahnout novYch voleb na Morave a v easti Slezska, abychom se osvobodili od pra2skeho parlamentu, kterY rozbitfm Cs, ztratil v gechny mandaty.

Slibil jsem, le se pokusim o struenY komentar a bojim se, vi2enY etenati, 2e ul hiegim na Vagi trpelivost. Dekuju za pozornost a pokusim se koneit, i kdy2 by bylo o 'dem psat. Nae ale psat o telkostech. My Moravane se umIme o sebe postarat sami, i kdy2 nas Havel pomlouva. Pry podle ne'j nejsme

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vage vlada za tii roky neprovedla. A cheete-li piispet nejakYm dolarkem, i to uvitame. Zatim v ge platime sami, proto2e Praha Morave neda ani korumu. Nadace MORAVA MORAN/ (Moravia for hersake) u2 byla zalolena.

S pozdravem "Za svobodnou Moravu a east Slerska!" ing. Josef Peel, CSc Smejkalova 57, tel.: 05/748893 616 00 BRNO, Morava —SPJST-

1944. Kalendaf upozornuje, 2e dnes je 24. srpen, 'etvrtek. SluneenY a teplY letni den zlakal ke koupani, hledani hub v lesich a k toulkam po sluncem prozarene krajine.

Zdenek Bitik Ji2 pied polednem proletly z Kdy2 jsem se pfed nekolika lety zaeal zabYvat soustfed'ovanim materiahl a Rakouska do nitra Cech mohutne pramenfi, vztahujicich se k tidied= na svazy americkYch bombardovacich lePardubice v obdobi druhe svetove tountii, doprovazene poeetnou \Talky, mimo jine jsem se take vydal na ochranou stihacich strojtl. Vgechny studijni cestu do jihnch Cech. A mifily severnim smerem k yyteenYm vcelku najisto jsem zamifil do okresu calm rafinerie mineralnich oleja v Jindfichfiv Hradec, kde se 24. srpna Koline a Pardubicich a letigte.

Par minut pied pul jednou hodinou 1944 odehrala zavereend faze naletu na Pardubice. Toho dne zantaily na odpoledni se ye vyrizenYch formacich Liberatory, vracejici se od Pardubic na stejnou cestou vracely zpet na sve svou zakladnu do Italie, nemecke jihoitalske zakladny.

Sto deset Liberatoril 55. bombarstlhaci letouny. PrudkY vzdugnS7 souboj mel za nasledek ztraty na obou dovaciho kridla, chranenYch stihacimi stranach; tidajne bylo sestfeleno 'gest stroji, se blililo do prostoru Liberatorii a pies tiicet fagisticl4Tch jindrichohradeckeho okresu. Samozrestihacich letounu. Nic blizsiho o teto jme i Liberator "Flak Shak III" 831. letecke bitve vefejnosti do to doby perute, 485. bombardovaci skupiny, jajici seriove eislo 44 --10501 a nebylo znamo.

Pobyl jsem na jindfichohradecku pilotovanS, porueikem Jamesem E. qrden. Projel jsem okres takfka kr-1km Mulliganem. Jen& tento Liberator, krOem. Hovofil jsem s mnoha letici sniknou rychlosti, se ze sve pametniky, navkivil archivy, proeftal skupiny, jet bombardovala v druhern kroniky akoneene --jsem na gel i svedka sledu, "propadl" al do dal skupiny, onoho vzru g ujiciho stfetnuti v ktera se vracela oslabena o etyri letouny. Koneene nic tak zleho se oblacich. Ten fidil moje dalgi kroky.

A tak jsem jednoho odpoledne zajel vlastne nestalo. Osadka je spokojena, ke Krvavemu rybniku. Zufila prudka horici rafinerie si zeasti pfipisuje na sve letni boufka. UkrytY pod korunou konto, ktere si otevfela zhruba pied mohutneho staleteho dubu na hrazi demi tYclny -- 3. srpna.

Do 23. srpna podnikla osadka ve sterybnika jsem vyekaval. Silny lijak, hromobiti a kfauji se blesky na obloze jnem sic:siert]: deset akci. A take sloleni pfipominaly obraz podobiV tomu, osadky Liberatora dislo 501 (posledni ktery se naskytl a vryl do parried trojeisli serioveho eisla) je dulelite znat: prvni pilot - James E. Mulligan; onomu svedkovi z 24. srpna 1944.

Prave nad dna° KrvaN4rm rybnikem preyzal toto letadlo vyrobene v dostal jeden Liberator smrtelnST zasah. texasske tovarne Consolidated ye Fort V duchu jsem slygel duniq hukot Worthu 13. dervence. Cerne gumove leticich bombardovacich letadel, fey protinamrazove pasy na nabelnYch utoeicich stihacich stroja, stfelbu hranach kridel, stabilizaenich ploch a kanOnA a kulometil. Pied oeima jsem kormidel byly ye skladu letectva v videl letadla fitici se k zemi a k zemi se Gioia odstraneny jegte predtim, net byl letoun piidelen 831. peruti na zakladnu snagejici bile kopule padaku...

Boufka nahle pfe gla a hladina Venosa. Krestni jmeno "Flak Shak rybnika se Cefila jen ojedinelYmi III" a jeho znak mel stribrnY letoun kapkami date. Vzapeti vy glo slunce a namalovano svetle eervenou barvou na prozafilo plochu rybnika stfibrnYm obou stranach predni easti trupu, leskem. Jen ()Ras pleska o vodni oznaeeni perute, ono velke modre M hladinu svYmi ploutvemi ryba, nizko --modra barva byla barvou 831. perute pfelet1 vodni ptak a kolem me hiavy a M inicialou 1. pilota, bylo za boenimi zakrou is ila hejna komarfi. V nastalem okny, take po obou stranach. Nekteri klidu a pohode valeene uddlosti z mYch stielci si blizko sebe napsali jmena s y Ych manlelek. Udelali to pfedstav rychle zmizely.

Ten peloV ro2mbersk3"Trybnik, kterr bezodkladne hrbetni strelec, kterY tak se stal svedkem konce jednoho potvrdil, 2e jeho Jena se jmenuje Liberatora je svedkem netiprosne Flosa, strelec leveho boku pfedstavil mleenliqm. Necht tedy promluvi Irene, zadni strelec manlelku Grace.

Ale pokraeujme v uvadeni jmen historicke prameny, necht' maji slovo pametnici to doby, toho dne a oeit demi osaclky: druhSr pilot -- porueik svedek necht' o2ivi uddlost, ktera dnes Robert A. Seitz, navigator -- porueik path nedilne historii Jihoeeskeho kra- Samuel P. Giaimo, bombometeik --porueik Francis J. Nardi, je: Je posledni prazdninovSr tjtden roku radiotelegrafista a levy boeni strelec

14/VESTNEK-6. fijna 1993 --stabnf ser2ant John J. Godfrey, mechanik a pravy born sttelec -gtabni ser2ant Robert R. Rector, hrbetni stielec - ser2ant Slavko Nenadich, spodn1 stielec - ser2ant Leo J. Gagne, pfedni strelec -desatnik Donald D. Evjen, zadni stfelec zer2ant Leonard L. Little.

Nikdo z elenii osaclky-prvnim pilotem Mulliganem poeinaje a zadnim sttelcem Littlem konee - ani v duchu nepoeital s nejakou pfekanou, ktera by jim naru gila klidnY zpateeni let. Stejne tak nebyly zvykle "malovat Berta na zed" osadky ostatnich Liberatoru spige, 2e cele vnimaly ve svem okolf roje stihacich letounfi, ktere je doprovazely a chranily.

Nikdo ye vzduchu, ba ani na zemi, netu gil, 2e prostor mezi nebem a zemi se v nasledujicfch minutach promeni v jevigte, na nem2 se odehraje drama.

Tak jako nikdo nevedel, 2e ze tH letigf z prostoru Vidne u2 vzietlo jednaetyficet stihacich strojn Fw 190 a Me 109 s hakovYmi kfi2i a hnalo se vstfic obrovskemu svazu Liberatorn.

A nad bYvalYmi eesko-rakouskYmi hranicemi jej dostihlo.

Doglo k boji. Trval nekolik minut.

Nekolid minut rozhodlo o 2ivote a smrti. V otevfenem pekle se propadlo gest Liberator6 a na tiicet ptepadovYch neptatelskYch stihacich strojii. V te chvilce nikdo z -ueastnikti ani ze svedku te vzdu gne bitvy zasalene letouny nepoeftal a pozdeji bylo velmi obtane se na onom rozsahlem hfbitove trosek dopoeitat.

Liberator serioveho eisla 44 — 10501, pilotvovany porueikem Jamesem E. Mulliganem, dostal smrtelnY zasah ptimo nad KrvavYm rybnikem...

Ofedni zprava z historickeho archivu americkeho letectva o ztrate letadla uvadi: "Jedno letadlo na gi formace, Consolidated *B-24J Liberator serioveho Cisla 501, bylo ztraceno. Toto letadlo bylo pog kozeno pi prvnim titoku na formaci ye 12.20 h. Jeden-dva motory zaealy hofet, polar byl uha gen, letadlo se vgak za formaci opozdilo. Ve 12.34 h bylo mono pozorovat osadku, jak na 40° 40' s. g . a 15° 00' v.d. opougti letadlo. Jeden elen osadky hlasi, 2e se otevtelo deset, jinY 2e se otevfelo sedm paclakii."

Zanik letadla "Flak Shak III" vylieil podrobneji ve sve yYpovedi zadni strelec ser2ant Leonard L. Little.

Ze sveho stanovi g te nejprve zpozoroval, jak dva stihaci letouny Me 109 zatitoeily na opoid'ujici se letoun jejich formace, letici nizko pod jejich Liberatorem, a ten se kratce nato zfitil, nasledovan dvema dalgimi.

"Ihned po teto akci se za nami objevila skupina dvanacti o2 patnacti stihacich Fw 190; byly v na gi tirovni.

Tfi z nich, letici kfidlo na kfidle, zatitoeily na na ge letadlo zespodu. Prostfedni stihaC nam m1111 na trup, dva po jeho boku se sousttedili na kffdla a motory. Zametil jsem na prostredni Fw 190 a vystfelil nekolik kratkYch davek ze vzdalenosti kolem 800 yardil.

Rortrhly se Usti motoroveho krytu a snad i kryt kabiny, nemeckY stroj ztratil rychlost a v horizontalni poloze se zaeal pomalu °Wet. To jej dostalo do nepfijemne blizkosti pod nage letadlo. Ihned po vytazeni tohoto jsem zaeal stfilet po dal gim Fw 190, kterY byl vlevo ode mne. Temet v tem2 okam2iku byla ma vet zasalena stfelami nepfatelskeho palubniho kanOnu a já jsem byl vymfgten do zadni Usti trupu. Zaregistroval jsem, 2e tfi Fw 190, je 2 nas napadly zezadu, nasledoval jinY, kterY nas napadl zleva.

Pokropil nag trup od pumovnice a k zadi palbou z kulometil a kanOnu. Nag htbetni strelec zaznamenal zasahy

Ztratil jsem vedomi a kdy 2 jsem se probral, moje vet hofela. V more napajenYch rozvodnYm palivovYm systemem a praskajicici kyslikovYmi lahvemi, se zmenila take velitelska paluba. K tomu v gemu hot ely oba leve motory. DoplIi1 jsem se dopfedu a pfipojil se k radiotelegrafistovi, kterY vyhazoval z boenfho otvoru pro kameru nabojove sktifiky. Deal jsem tote2. Kdy2 jsem se chtel postavit nad otevtenYmi dvefmi, poprve jsem zjistil, 2e stfela mi poranila chodidlo prove nohy."

Clenove osadky postupne opougteli letadlo a nekolik okam2iku nato Liberator explodoval.

Patrne vilbec jedinYm svedkem toho byl tehdej gi kun2ackY starosta Josef Schneider, kterY vzdti gnY boj v prostoru nad KrvavYm rybnikem sledoval z okna sveho bytu v kun2aku. jprY tfi bombardovaci letouny, z nich2 jeden ye vzduchu explodoval.

Osud se k osadce zachoval milostive, vgech deset letcil katastrofu pfe2i1o.

Sledovat jejich stopy se vgak podafilo jen v jednom pfipade, u ser2anta Littleho, a to z vYpovedi, kterou ueinil po svem navratu mezi sve: "Po vYskoku jsem se sna2i1 zastavit krvaceni nohy a zamezit lomcovanf padaku. Pode mnou, kdy 2 jsem se k zemi, jsem napoeital devet otevfenYch padakil. Tfi nebo etyfi chlapci pristali na rybnice, ostatnl v lese. Mne zaval vitr nad koruny vysokYch borovic. Plistal jsem na malem zoranem poli. Kdy2 jsem shodil popruhy padaku, zaradoval jsem se, proto2e jsem uvidel Roberta Rectora.

Vstupoval na mYtinu. Zarazil se, kdy2 spatfil mou zranenou nohu nikdo z osadky pi-edam nepostfehl, 2e jsem byl rotten -- a pomohl mi pfemistit se na okraj lesa. Sotva jsem tam dogli, zahledli jsme nemeckou Smefovala pfimo k nam. Jeji velitel vytahl pistoli, jeden z elenti skupiny poklekl a namifil na nas pugkou.

Vytrhli jsme sve zbrane, plipra.veni zadarmo se nedat. Ani jsme nedYchali -dokud se nerozhodli, 2e nebudou strilet. Prohledali nas, hlidka odvedla Rectora a jeden mu 2 zfistal u mne.

Odfezal padakova lana, aby mne obvazal nohu.

Ve 13.30 h, asi po pül hodine meho zajeti, pfijel povoz ta2enY konem a obsazenY mladou divkou a chlapcem.

Za vozem glo nekolik vojakil a Vojaci mne zvedli a nalo2ili na povoz, kde byly holinky, padaky a jine letecke pfislu genstvi, ktere vzali ostatnim zajatctl. V prigt1 kdy jsme züstali je gte na miste, se dostali civiliste s vojaky do prudke debaty. Civiliste pravdepodobne 2adali vojaky, aby mne jim pfedali. Vojaci odmitli. Mezitim &Nide, ktere fidilo povoz, odeglo do usedlosti a vratilo se za doprovodu dal gf divky se sklenici vody pro mne. Nakonec ptigel

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nemeckYh dilstojnik, fekl par slov vojaktlm, a pak se obratil ke mne s tim, 'le mne doprovodi k lekafskemu ogetfeni. Zvedl mne, pfitom si potfisnil mou krvi uniformu, a pfes pole mne Ohl k svemu autu. Divka z usedlosti mi podpirala zranenou nohu a pak mne umistili na zadni sedadlo auta. Projeli jsme malou vesniekou kolem nemeckeho kontrolnlho stanovi gte se strainf budkou a pfekalkou pfes cestu a za dvacet minut jsem byl v nemocnici v meste Jincifichilv Hradec."

Ser2ant Little se ocitl v Ceske nemocnici, av gak jeho zranenou nohu operoval némeck primal MUDr. Fischer za asistence MUDr. Jana Vosejpky. Po operaci ho umistili do pokoje s dalgim Amerieanem, rovne2 zadnim stfelcem Liberatoru (ten byl sestfelen nad obci Cimef), a take s dvema nemeckYmi stfhaei, sesttelenYmi teho2 dne, 24. srpna...

V nemocnici stravil ser2ant Little Ctyli dny. Pak ho ptemistili nejdfiv do jednoho, pak do druheho nerneckeho lazaretu. Nakonec ho Cekala dlouha cesta peti zajateckYmi tabory, ktera trvala a2 do poloviny ledna roku 1945.

V ramci vYmeny se spolu s nekolika dalgimi zajatci dostal do Kostnice ye SvYcarsku, odtud do Marseille. Tam nastoupil na palubu gvedske lodi Gripsholm, ktera jej dopravila do New Yorku. Dnem 21. tinora 1945 pro ser2anta Littleho druhá svetova valka skoneila. Zaeal patrat po ostatnich Clenech osadky Liberatora "CIslo 501" a kdy 2 valka skoneila, oddechl si i ostatni se vratili Dnes je Leonard L. Little in2enYrem a 2ije ye meste Tampe na Floride. Na podzim roku 1972 nav gtivil spolu se svou maiiielkou Ceskoslovensko. Zajeli i na mist°, kde jak lekl, se "znovu narodil." Na gel ptesne mist°, kde ptistal, zopakoval si take cestu do jindfichojhradecke nemocnice. Velmi vdeene pr' cela leta vzpominal na phijetf eeskYm zdravotnickYm personalem, na peei, ktere se mu dostalo.

V Ceskoslovensku se ing. L.L. Littleovi velmi libilo, a tak phi odjezdu tekl, 2e se sem zcela ureite je gte jednou —Letectvi a kosmonautica Od Henry Peck South Charleston, Ohio —SPJSTLearn Czech With Us 5th lesson. Soft Adjectives.

The Accusative of Adjectives.

Pronunciation of Consonants.

Ndfpokoj. Já a bratr Honza mame spoleene jeden pokoj. Mame tam psaci still a ka2dy jednu 2idli. Já mam na stole slovnfk, Ceskou gramatiku, velkY segit, eervenou tu2ku, kuliekove pero a take psaci papir. Honza tam ma odbor-

nou knihu a velkou fotografii. Na fotografii je jeho divka. Nalevo je velke okno a dole ustredn1 topeni. Yedie mame malou knihovnieku. Na knihovniece stoji radio. Naproti v rohu !name kad jeden gaue. Tam spime.

Nahofe na stene visi obraz. Na strope je velka lampa. Na stole mame jegte stolni lampu.

VOCABULARY: mame spoleene, adv. — we share, psaci stül — writingdesk, ka2dY — each of us, eeskY — Czech, adj., eerveny — red, tu2ka — pencil, kuliekove pero — ball-point pen, odbornY — specialized, fotografie, f. — photograph, divka — girl, tisttednf topeni — central heating, vedle — beside, next to, knihovnieka — bookcase, stojim — I stand.

1. The adjectives of the type dobr); take the following endings in the accusative case: Ma -eho, Mi -Y, F -ou, N -e.

Observe: Vidim stareho pana.

Oteviram Ceskou knihu. Ctu dlouhy text. Piju teple mleko.

2. The adjectives of the type moderni are called soft and have only one ending -i for the nominative singular.

Observe: moderni mu2 — moderni 2ena — moderni mesto.

The accusative singular endings of soft adjectives are Ma -iho, Mi, F, N, Observe: vidim moderniho mute.

Vidim moderni düm (tovarnu, mesto).

Soft adjectives are often derived from nouns (veeer — veeerni, stül — stolnf), or from verbs (pcSu — psaci), and other words (vzadu — zadni, nahofe — horm).

3. The accusative singular of demonstrative pronouns and the numeral jeden. Observe and compare: N. sg. ten student jeden ten jeden kniha ta jedna mesto to jedno A. sg. studenta toho jednoho ten jeden knihu tu jednu mesto to jedno 4. The pronunciation of consonants: The consonants b, v, f, d, s, z, m, I, h are pronounced on the whole as in English, p, t, k are pronounced without aspiration (no h-sound added), n is pronounced like the English sound in nice (but not in sing), j like English in yes, ch is similar to Scottish sound in loch, r, is thrilled, the tongue must vibrate against the upper teeth, c corresponds to the English sound is tse tse, S' to English ship, to English pleasure, to English cheese, i= is a sound similar to r, but pronounced with greater force and a bit higher than r.

The consonants 4 and I can function as vowels in forming syllables (krk, piny).

JAN HOLUB

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Wednesday, October 6, 1993—VESTNIK/15 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.)

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FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY ■ LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, Oct. 8—Social Night, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 9-25th Wedding Anniversary Sunday, Oct. 10—Lodge No. 6 Monthly Meeting, 1 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 15—W.H.S. Class of 1963 Reunion Saturday, Oct. 16—W.H.S. Class of 1963 Reunion Sunday, Oct. 17—R.V.O.S. Lodge No. 46 Meeting and Supper

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Saturday, October 16—Chili. Cook-Off, including an arts and crafts fair, flea market, trade displays and food. For cookoff or vendor information, contact Allen Matthews (512) 3528629 or Edmond Tate (512) 352-6223.

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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, October 16—Special FX; dance from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Saturday, October 23—Branded Hearts; dance from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Saturday, November 6—The Levra's; dance from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.; C&W, Oldies and Goodies Sunday, November 14—Lee Roy Matocha; dance from 4-8 p.m.; Polkas and Waltzes Saturday, November 20—Joe Orsak and Special F/X; dance from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Saturday, November 20—Branded Hearts ; dance from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. *** LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS 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 Saturday, October 9—Pavlas Free Wedding Dance, 7:30-12:00; Lee Roy Matocha Sunday, October 10—Battle Dance ($6 per person) 3-8 p.m.; Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six Plus 2 and Zetka's Polka Band Sunday, October 17—Open to the Public Lutheran Brotherhood Dance ($5 per person) 38 p.m.; Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six Plus 2; Food will be served Saturday, October 23—King of Swing, 8:3012:30 ($5 per person) Sunday, October 24—Leroy Rybak's Swinging Orchestra; 3-7 p.m. ($5 per person) Saturday, November 6—King of Swing 8:3012:30 ($5 per person) (For rentals and reservations, call Irene Helgren at (512) 285-4534. Band Bookings: Artis Monson at (512) 285-3711. Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 until 12:30.) ***

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Monday, October 11—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, October 16—Gotcher-Jecmanek Wedding Dance; Music by KPLE DJ Mark McLane Saturday, October 30—Children's Miracle Network Benefit Dance; Music by Firecreek Saturday, November 6—Winn-Prater Wedding Dance; Music by DJ Ray Welch Saturday, November 20—Carter-Halfmann Wedding Dance; Music by Backroads Saturday, November 27—Private Dance 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 985-2556.

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

(Bingo every Wednesday night at 7:30. Adult lodge meetings are every second Sunday of the month at 4 p.m. The Youth Club meets at 5 p.m ***

For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (817) 826-5863.

LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND Saturday, October 9—Garcia Wedding Reception Sunday, October 17—R.V.O.S. Annual Meeting, 2 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 25—American Legion, 7 p.m.

Saturday, October 30—Steglich Wedding Reception

LODGE NO. 32, VICTORIA Wednesday, October 13—Monthly meeting at VCEC at 7:30.

Sunday, November 7—District Six Fall Meeting at Wayne's World. ***

LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, October 9—Neon Texas Sunday, October 10 October Lodge Meeting.

Meeting will include RVOS No. 50 meeting at 2:30 p.m., followed by SPJST Lodge No. 35 fellowship and barbecue supper for the combined lodges. Ladies asked to bring salads, pastries and any other specialty items for the supper.

Saturday, October 16—Dakota Saturday, October 23—Texas Style Saturday, October 30—Wayward Sons Sunday, November 14—SPJST Pavelka Cemetery Association meeting at 2:30 p.m.

(Lodge No. 35, Elk features dancing every Saturday from 8:30-12:30. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of the month, unless otherwise noted.) ***

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 Sunday, Oct. 17—Annual R.V.O.S. Meeting Monday, October 18—Regular monthly meeting after the Social Games Wednesday, November 17—Annual Meeting; Election of officers. Refreshments to be served.

(Games every Monday night at 7:30 p.m.; Games License No. 3000-72-8240-0).

*** LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, Oct. 9—El Campo Melody Boys Friday, October 15—R.V.O.S. No. 5 Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 16—The Texans C/W Sunday, October 17—Battle Dance with Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five and Vrazels Polka Band; 3-8 p.m. ; $5 per person—no hall passes Monday, Oct. 18—Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 23—Czech Harvesters of Dallas Sunday, October 24—Marek Reunion Saturday, October 30—Leroy Rybak Swinging Orchestra Saturday, November 6—Country Dutchmen Saturday, November 13—Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five (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. 66, WACO Saturday, October 9—Cherokee Rose Saturday, October 16—Billy Roy and Heart of the Night Friday, October 22—Cherokee Rose Saturday, October 23—Hard Country Saturday, October 30—Sidekik Saturday, November 6—Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five

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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. 74, LOVELADY (Lodge business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month. Game nights are every Thursday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Permit No. 1-75-1052324-8. "Barbara's Kitchen" will be open.)

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Saturday, October 9—Rental Wedding Thursday, October 14—Fraternal Council Meeting hosted by W.O.W. at Lodge 84 Saturday, October 16—Harvest Dance featuring Kovanda Czech Band; Admission: $6 Sunday, October 17—Czech Day at the State Fair of Texas Monday, Oct. 18—Lodge Monthly Meeting Saturday, October 23—Rental—"15th" Saturday, October 30—Open ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, October 9—Heart of Texas (C/W) Saturday, October 23--Vrazels-G u If Coast Czech Festival Sunday, October 24—The Moonriders-Gulf Coast Czech Festival Saturday, October 30—Chaparral(C/W) Saturday, November 6—Little Bit of Texas (C/W) Saturday, November 13—River Road Boys (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, October 9—Backroads Saturday, October 16—Firecreek Saturday, October 23—Reckless Saturday, October 30—Loaded Dice Saturday, November 6—Debonaires Saturday, November 13—Reckless Saturday, November 20—Firecreek (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. 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).

Friday, October 8—Texas Brew (C/W); $5 per person Saturday, October 9—Gus Lindemann; Ballroom and Variety; $6 per person Saturday, October 16—Central Texas Sounds; Polkatime; $5 per person Saturday, October 23—Jack Melick, "The Piano Man," Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Saturday, October 30—Eddie Bauer; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Friday, November 5—Texas Brew (C/W); $5 per person Saturday, November 6—Manny Green, Big Band Music; Dress Code; $8.50 per person Saturday, November 13—Bobby Lane from Nebraska; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person For reservations, call (713) 869-5767.

(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.)

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LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Saturday, October 30—Halloween Dance.

Sponsored by Lodge 92 Youth Club; 8 p.m. until midnight. Music by Rejcek's of Ennis

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).

(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 nights 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. 107, FLORESVILLE (Lodge 107 monthly meetings are the second Sunday of every month at 4 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted.) *** 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 Sunday, October 17—October Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

All 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, October 10—October Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

(Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.) *** LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Sunday, October 10—Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m.

Sunday, October 17—Czech Day at the State Fair Sunday, October 24—District Three Meeting and Fraternal Festival at Lodge No. 25, Ennis. ***

LODGE NO. 156, BAYTOWN Thursday, October 14—Lodge Meeting at the home of Cleo Leibham.

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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, October 9—Texas Heat Saturday, October 16—Crossfire Saturday, October 23—Treadin' Water Saturday, October 30—Mountain Creek

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LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, October 8—Debonaires Saturday, October 9—O.M. Brown Friday, October 15—Lonesome Dove Saturday, October 16—Sierra Friday, October 22—Texas Unlimited Saturday, October 23—Texas Fever Friday, October 29—Debonaires Saturday, October 30—O.M. Brown (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, October 6—Cloggers Friday, October 8—Polka Club ' Saturday, October 9—German-American Dance Monday, October 11—Squares Practice Tuesday, October 12—Polka Lesson Wednesday, October 13—Cloggers Friday, October 15—Square Dance Saturday, October 16—C&W Dance - Mixed Company Band Saturday, November 13—President Ball —SPJST-

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16/VESTNIK—Wednesday, October 6, 1993

SPJST Acknowledges the Efforts of Its Volunteer Quick Start Program II arLic !ants fro RIGHT: Clifton Jurek of Lodge 189, BryanCollege Station receives his Quick Start II certificate of completion from State Field Manager Gene McBride

und the State LEFT: Ladis Navratil of Lodge 87, Temple accepts Quick Start II diploma from State Field Manager Gene McBride during an insurance workshop held at Lodge 87. Sister Georgia Navratil looks on.

BELOW: Ernest Wentrcek of Lodge 189, Bryan, College Station receives a handshake and Quick Start II certificate of completion from Gene McBride.

BELOW: Gene McBride presents Zephyr Marek of Lodge 174, Rockdale with her Quick Start certificate.

nonsiames RIGHT: Gene McBride congratulates Lodge 17, New Tabor Quick Start II program participants.

Pictured, from left, front row, they are: Lola Vavra, Susan Skrabanek, Melvin Skrabanek; back row: Andrew Vavra and Gene McBride.

ET: Gene Mc ride presents Charlie Waits, a sales representative for Lodge 24, Cyclone, with his Quick Start II diploma.

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State Field Representative Gene McBride reviews the various SPJST insurance programs and selling procedures with attendees at an insurance workshop held at Lodge 87, Temple.

Lodge 47, Seaton sales representatives received Quick Start II certificates of completion from Gene McBride. Pictured, from left, they are: Dolores Skrabanek, Alice Banning, Wallace Jez, and Frank Klinkovsky.

Slavonic Benevolent Order (SP.JST) of the State of Texas P.O. Box 100, 520 North Main Temple, Texas 76503