Vestnik 1994 01 26

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF FRATERNALISTS"

VESTNIK SPJST Herald

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

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

BENEVOLENCE

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 January 26, 1994 ISSN-07458800 VOLUME 82 NUMBER 4

New sales incentive program planned for '94

SPJST Salutes Efforts of December Top Producers December production figures are in and the sales force has put the "finishing touches" on another banner year for SPJST with sales in excess of $35 million of insurance written.

As in previous months, we have two sales representatives who are top producers in both categories "Amount of Earned Premium" and "Number of Applications." They are Albin Machu in District Two and Martha Broz in District Four. I would like to congratulate our allvolunteer sales force for their efforts on behalf of the SPJST for making 1993 another successful year in sales.

1994 promises to be a successful year also as we have announced the new sales incentive programs.

One of the changes will be that our "Top Producers" will be recognized both on a monthly basis and on a quarterly basis. The monthly recognition program called the "Running Back Club" has a requirement of applications written to

qualify. There are three levels to this program: Team Player, Group Leader, and Superstar. Pictures will be published in the Vestnik of those sales representatives meeting these requirements.

The quarterly recognition program is entitled the "Quarterback Club" and also has a requirement based on applications written. In addition to having their photograph published, the sales representative will receive an award based on the sales level that they achieve: First Down, Second Down, and Touchdown.

We look forward to the new year with great enthusiasm and know that it will be successful by everyone working together.

Fraternally,

"Congratulations to our allvolunteer sales force for their e orts in making 1993 another successful year."

New Game Plan Goes Into Effect This Month In 1994, SPJST sales representatives will be eligible to participate in a whole "new game."

A big part of the new sales incentive program focuses on achieving target goals, thus enabling more individuals to qualify for sales incentives in each district.

ernard M. Gebala, F1C. Vice President

DISTRICT I 'APPLICATIONS Rhonda Kim Kovar Lodge 1, Fayetteville

DISTRICT I EARNED PREMIUM Larry Wentrcek, Lodge 189, Bryan - College Station

DISTRICT III EARNED PREMIUM Albert Kubala, Lodge 92, Fort Worth

DISTRICT IV EARNED PREMIUM AND APPLICATIONS Martha Broz, Lodge 160, San Angelo

DISTRICT V APPLICATIONS Evelyn Mikeska Lodge 196, Houston

DISTRICT II EARNED PREMIUM AND APPLICATIONS Albin Machu, Lodge 29, Taylor

DISTRICT III APPLICATIONS Johnnie Gaidusek, Sr. Lodge 66, Waco

DISTRICT V EARNED PREMIUM T. Tucker Weems, Lodge 191, Lufkin

DISTRICT VI

EARNED PREMIUM Charles Garrett Lodge 97, Victoria

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DISTRICT VI APPLICATIONS Annimae Merta Lodge 30, Talton

DISTRICT VII EARNED PREMIUM Jarolyn Popp, Lodge 133, San Antonio

DISTRICT VII APPLICATIONS (TIE)

DISTRICT VII APPLICATIONS (TIE)

Glenda Elzner, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi

Werner Ahrens Lodge 93, Hobson

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When the Tough Get Going

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ROUTE 2, BOX 99, LITTLEFIELD, TX 79339 (806) 299-1264 DISTRICT V - MILDRED HOLEMAN, CHMN., 1006 CHANTILLY LN., HOUSTON, TX 77018 (713) 683-0018 DISTRICT VI - MICHAEL AHLSTROM, VICE CHAIRMAN, 407 TAOS STREET, VICTORIA, TX 77904 (512) 578-3279 DISTRICT VII - DOMINIC F. NETEK, SR., 3907 SKYLARK, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78210 - (512) 532-3916 FINANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - ERNEST WENTRCEK, V. CHMN., 1530 BENNETT, BRYAN, TX 77802 - (409) 8224226 DISTRICT II - ARLEEN MAYEUX, 5314 QUAIL HOLLOW DRIVE, TEMPLE, TX 76501 - (817) 986-2952 DISTRICT III - AL KERCHO, 436 BROOKVIEW, HURST, TX 76054 - (817) 282-5065 DISTRICT IV - HERMAN D. WEISE, 6006 FM HWY. 765, SAN ANGELO, TX 76905 - (915) 6539890 DISTRICT V - ALVIN J. SEFCIK, 1409 AUSTIN, LaMARQUE, TX 77568 - (409) 935-3919 DISTRICT VI - RITA VANEK, SCTY., P.O. BOX 901, EL CAMPO, TX 77437 - (409) 543-6220 DISTRICT VII - MONTA FOSTER, CHMN., 911 E. GONZALES, YOAKUM, TX 77995 - (512) 2935471 (H); (512) 293-5624 (Ranch) INSURANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, ROUTE 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - LADIS NAVRATIL, 1 E. YOUNG, TEMPLE, TX 76501 - (817) 773-4644 DISTRICT III - BEN JARMA, CHMN., 9512 LEASIDE DR., DALLAS, TX 75238 - (214)348-1514 DISTRICT IV - LEONARD JANSA, V. CHMN., 6617 PLAINVIEW DRIVE, SAN ANGELO, TX (915) 658-8045.

DISTRICT V - HELEN HEGWOOD, SECTY., 6702 LINDY ANN LN., HOUSTON, TX 77008 (713)864-0489` DISTRICT VI - JEROME J. HLAVATY, BOX 174, LOLITA, TX 77971 DISTRICT VII - POLLY BAYER, ROUTE 4, BOX 166, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 - (512) 393-7257 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR FRANK KLINKOVSKY, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (817) 773-1575 STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JONI LANGE, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (817) 773-1575

Home Phone: (512) 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, TX 77904

DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, RT. 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 1309 E. CENTRAL, TEMPLE, TX 76501 - (817) 774-8488 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206- (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SANDRA JANSA, 6617 PLAINVIEW, SAN ANGELO, TX 76904 - (915) 658-8045 DISTRICT V - MARIE STAYTON, 206 AMUNDSON, HOUSTON, TX 77009 - (713) 694-2734 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 1205-C VERDE ST., BRYAN, TX 77802 - (409) 779-2013 DISTRICT VII - SUSAN BOHNENBERGER, P.O. BOX 1891, SEGUIN, TEXAS 78155 - (210) 3724955 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (817) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76502

BOB BAYER DISTRICT VII

Sales Representatives Assistance

Office Phone: (214) 741-1874 2924 Elm St., Dallas, TX 75226 Home Phone: (214) 686-8604 Home: 3924 Barnes Bridge Rd. Dallas, TX 75228

STANLEY BROZ DISTRICT IV Home Phone: (915) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855

LOUIS HANUS DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 686-6160 4006 Ascot Ln., Houston, TX 77092

MATT S. VANEK DISTRICT VI

Home Phone: (210) 393-7257 Route Four, Box 166, Floresville, Texas 78114 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - MELVIN H. SKRABANEK, SEC. P.O. BOX 490, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (409) 567-3664 DISTRICT II - LAVERNE CABLA, ROUTE 3, BOX 690, TEMPLE, TX 76501 - (817) 985-2354 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, V. CHMN., 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 8263557 DISTRICT IV - ANGELINE KRISTINEK, CHMN., ROUTE 7, BOX 834, LUBBOCK, TX 79401 - (806) 763-0047 DISTRICT V - LORENDA BALDWIN, ROUTE 7, BOX 15, ALVIN, TX 77511 - (713) 585-4118 DISTRICT VI - HELEN KELNER, 911 AVE. K, ROSENBERG, TX 77471 - (713) 342-2624 DISTRICT VII - BETTY JURICA, ROUTE 2, BOX 899, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78410 - (512) 2659018 BY-LAW COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - DONNIE VICTORICK, P.O. BOX 85, SNOOK, TX 77878 - (409) 272-3265 DISTRICT II - RONNIE RIEGER, ROUTE 2, BOX 352-2000 87-B, COUPLAND, TX 78615 - (512) DISTRICT III - JOHNNIE KRIZAN, SCTY., ROUTE 2, WEST, TX, 76691 DISTRICT IV - ERNEST KRISTINEK, JR.,

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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Let's Not Wait for an Earthquake There are many of us, I am sure, who watched in awe last week, scenes on television from the earthquake-devastated areas of Southern California. Natural disasters such as this, and the extreme winter storms being experienced on the East Coast showcase the awesome power of nature and its capacity to affect the way we live our lives.

Maybe you saw some of the televised interviews of those people who experienced some kind of personal loss firsthand. In many cases, those hardest hit displayed great optimism and a determination to rebuild the world around them.

It demonstrates something about human nature and man's capacity to take decisive action when the need arises.

Like the founding fathers of our Society, who broke from an existing fraternal society to establish the SPJST, those who are sincere about improving, their lot can usually do itIn light of the conservative image reflected in today's Society, it may be difficult to envision the SPJST as something of a "radical" idea. But that's what it was.

The forerunner of the SPJST was the C.S.P.S. (Cesko-Slovanska Podporujici SpoleCnost, or "Bohemian Benevolent Association,") formed in St. Louis, Missouri in 1854. By all definitions, it was a fraternal society: It had a lodge system, a "ritualistic form of work," a representative form of administration, and it payed benefits to its members in the event of death or illness.

But it wasn't enough.

By the early 1890s, a movement to reform the C.S.P.S. had established itself in the Midwest and in Texas. The leaders of the reform movement from Texas were I.J. Gallia and J.R. Kubena.

According to the 1984 volume, A History of the SPJST, compiled by past SPJST President Nick A. Morris, one of the reforms pressed for by the Texas delegation at the 1891 C.S.P.S. Convention was "that mortuary payments be set according to age and that all women be accepted as members unconditionally."

At the time, payments were the same for every member in every part of the coiantry-regardless of age.

Brother Gallia went on to issue a chal lenge in that convention that unless the requests of the Texas lodges are met that " ... they will make an effort to organize a new fraternal benefit Society that will meet the needs of the times."

Six years later, on July 1, 1897, the SPJST founded in La Grange, Texas.

Brother Gallia was elected as the first and third president of the Society, while Brother Kubena served as its secretary from 1897 until 1938.

Without going into any great detail, let us summarize this chronicle by simply stating, "The rest is history." The point, however, is made: The SPJST succeeded because a lot of good people cared

enough to "rebuild their world" for future generations.

All of which brings us to where we are today. In 1994, a good many of our SPJST lodges are at a crossroads, having to decide between growth and stagnation.

We must ask ourselves, as a Society, "What can we do that will enable us to capture the imagination of our youth and the, dedication of our older members?"

The answers may not be obvious; however, through determination, meaningful discussion and responsive actions, we too can rebuild our fraternal society in such a way, as Brother Gallia put it more than a century ago, "that will meet the needs of the times." ***

"What can we do that will enable Action us to capture the Spring Before you know it, the spring district imagination of meetings will be here.

What an opportunity our youth and the to lay the groundwork achieving new, dedication of our for meaningful growth activity within older members?" and our respective districts.

Each of us has the ability td do something to make our fraternal society better this year than it was last year. If you have ideas or issues you would like to see addressed at your spring meetings, do your Society a favor and channel your suggestions and inquiries to your district director or district officers.

Likewise, district meeting planning groups are encouraged to send their spring meeting dates and agendas in to the Vestnik at their earliest convenience to ensure their timely publication. *** Something Special is Coming ...

Roses Are red; Violets Are blue; Let somebody know They are special to you!

Do you have a special someone?

Someone who has stood by you through the good times as well as the bad?

Someone who gives a lot and expects little in return? Someone who needs to know that somebody still cares? It could be anyone-a spouse, a child, a relative-or even a special friend. If you do, then let them know how you feel.

To make it easier, the Scholarship Department is sponsoring a page of Valentine greetings in the February 9th issue of the Vestnik. The only request is that you limit your greeting to 25 words or less. The rest is up to you. To make sure they get included, please get them into the Home Office on or before Tuesday, February 1.

Parents and youth leaders, please let your young people know that they are also invited and encouraged to participate in this project. For more information, please see page three of this issue. ***

Have Faith in Yourself

What I admire in Columbus is not his having discovered a world but his having gone to search for it on the faith of an opinion.

A.Robert Turgot -SPJST-

Wednesday, January 26, 1994—VESTNIK/3

From the Vice President's Office The SPJST Monthly Insurance

From the President's Office Send Your Special Someone a Valentine's Day Greeting in the Vestnik

Report

As Of 12/31/93

Top Sales Representatives Based On: AMOUNT OF EARNED PREMIUM DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 DISTRICT 5 DISTRICT 6 DISTRICT 7

Larry Wentrcek Albin Machu Albert Kubala Martha Broz T. Tucker Weems Charles Garrett Jarolyn Popp

DISTRICT 9

HOME OFFICE

NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS Rhonda Kim Kovar Albin Machu Johnnie Gaidusek, Sr. Martha Broz Evelyn Mikeska Annimae Merta Glenda Elzner/ Werner Ahrens HOME OFFICE

The SPJST Scholarship Department is sponsoring a page of Valentine Greetings in the February 9th issue of the Vestnik.

These greetings will be printed for members without charge. Any goodwill contributions received will be directed to the SPJST Scholarship Memorial Fund and

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INS. WRITTEN $82,500.00 $1,215,000.00 $584,500.00 $1,675,000.00 $650,000.00 $204,500.00 $247,500.00 $10,000.00 $4,669,000.00

6 31 38 18 25 17 8 1 144

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals:

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Valentine Message

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

To:

INS. ISSUED

From:

$130,000.00 $1,197,500.00 $402,000.00 $290,000.00 $585,000.00 $252,500.00 $105,000.00 $15,000.00 $2,977,000.00

Message: (25 Words or Less)

Send to: SPJST c/o Valentine's Greetings P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR * INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED * DIST. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals:

INS. WRITTEN

APPS. 100 362 245 99 383 147 101 15 1,452

$1,835,500.00 $9,786,060.00 $4,704,150.00 $4,597,500.00 $8,527,500.00 $3,096,500.00 $1,941,000.00 $565,000.00 $35,053,210.00

individually acknowledged, provided that address information is included.

To have your Valentine's Greeting published in the February 9th issue of the Vestnik, complete the following form and return to the address below before Tuesday, February 1, 1994.

INS. ISSUED r

$1,478,000.00 $9,066,560.00 $4,024,650.00 $2,787,500.00 $7,041,000.00 $2,532,000.00 $1,706,000.00 $545,000.00 $29,180,710.00

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Goodwill Contribution to Memorial Scholarship Fund In Memory of Send acknowledgement card to family at (Address)

From: (Name/Address)

Fraternally,

Phone No and Area Code ( ernard M. Gebala, F1C Vice President

)

Amount:

—SPJST-

INTEREST RATES

Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES

ANNUITY I (Certificates Issued Prior to 4-1-93)

5% Annualized Effective 2-1-94 through 3-31-94

RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

February 13 February 19 February 19 March 5 March 12 March 13 March 15 March 19 March 18-20 April 16 June 3-5 August 6-7

Home or Farm Mortgages: 6 3/4% for 1 to 7 years 7% for 8 to 15 years 7 1/4% for 16 to 20 years

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

5.80% Annualized Effective 2-1-94 through 3-31-94

Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 8,1/4% for 10 years 8 1/2% for 11 to 15 years

INTEREST RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE 6.75 % Annualized Effective 2-1-94 through 3-31-94 .1.11■1111■

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Lodge 32, Victoria Polka-Waltz Festival at Inez Hall Spring DYC Meeting State Tarok Tournament at Lodge 29, Taylor State Straight Dominoes Tournament at Lodge 15, Buckholts Local Lodges State Workshop District Two Spring Meeting at Lodge 47, Seaton Quarterly Youth Reports Due to State Youth Leader State "42" Dominoes Tournament at Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leaders' Workshop State Horseshoe Tournament at Lodge 66, Waco LIT Workshop SPJST State Royalty and Youth Achievement Day --SPJST-

4/VESTNEK—Wednesday,Ianuar* Z6, 1994

Czech Classes and Travel Czech Studies Program at Charles University in Prague For the 22nd time, the Czechoslovak Foreign Institute announces a summer course in the Czech language and invites all Czechs and Moravians outside of the Czech Republic, as well as all persons interested in the history and culture of the Czech Republic, to participate. In recent years this course has been lengthened to 25 days. In response to American participants, the program begins in July.

The Czech language course sponsored by the Czechoslovak Foreign Institute will take place at the Vysoka skola zemedelska in Prague-Suchdole from July 5 - 29, 1994. The accommodations include a bedroom with two beds and a bath shared by two neighboring rooms.

A telephone, ice box, hot plate for cooking, and dishes are found in the rooms.

Czech meals are served in the students' canteen three times a day. Five to six hours are spent daily in study directed by specialists from Charles University who are trained in teaching Czech to English speakers.

In addition to studying Czech, participants will also become acquainted with the history an culture of the Czech Republic and visit Prague's landmarks.

This year, excursions are planned to Krivoklat, Telc, Vranov, Znojmo, and Tabor. Participants will be charged for

room and board and excursions.

Participants will receive a month-long pass for use on Prague's public transportation system. Travel outside of Prague will be on insured, air-conditioned buses equipped with restroom and refreshments will be served. The price for the course in 1994 will be about $790.

To participate in the program or to get more information, please contact Dr. Helena Briard-Landovska. Contact her at either of the following addresses: Dr. Helena Briard-Landovska Nad Zlatnici 7 Praha 6 160 00 Czech Republic Phone: 011 - 42 - 2369 - 371 OT

Dr. Helena Briard-Landovska 102 Ave. de Monte Carlo B. 18 1190 Bruxelles Belgium 011-32-234-38551 If writing, please send an air mail letter. To receive a response via air mail, send a dollar for postage.

Submitted by, Dorothy Bohac, President Travis/Williamson County Czech Heritage Society —SPJST--

Travel to the Czech Republic and Study Czech Travel to the Czech Republic and study Czech with people from all over the United States and Holland. The study tour will be from July 5th to July 29th, 1994. The group leaders will be Thadious Polasek of Texas and Helena Landovska of Prague, Czech Republic.

Housing and food service will be at the dorms of the Agricultural School at Suchdol in the northern part of Praha.

Instruction will be by professors of The Charles University and a linguistic institute in Praha.

Along with the classes, there will be cultural excursions in Prague, including tours of the Prague Castle, picture gal-

leries, the Old Town, and much more.

There will also be out of town excursions to: Krivoklat, South Moravia, Telc and the chateau Vranov, Karlovy Var, and Tabor.

You need not have studied Czech to be a member of the group. If you are planning to fly to the Czech Republic, call and ask for the group price and compare.

If you wish to join the group, contact Thadious Polasek at Route Four, Box 79, Schulenburg, Texas 78956 or call him after 7 p.m. at (409) 562-2207.

Sincerely, Thadious T. Polasek

Wallachian/Moravian Studies Program For anyone who is still interested in the Wallachian/Moravian Studies Program scheduled for this summer in Roznov, Czech Republic, please contact Carolyn Meiners (409) 968-3806 by January 31.

This program is a non-profit joint venture between the Czech Heritage Society of Texas and the Wallachian Outdoor Museum as a part of a cooperative cultural exchange program that will enlighten Czech Texans about their heritage.

Classes will cover topics such as Wallachian/Moravian history, geography, language, folk costumes, music, dance, cooking, textile techniques, and traditional crafts. They will be held in English for two weeks from June 6-17. The group will depart on May 31 and return on June 21, allowing time for additional tours or visiting friends and relatives.

Thank you, Carolyn Meiners —SPJST— •

For information on the full line of SPJST insurance and financial products, contact your I ikdge sales representative.

I, or names of sales representatives in your area, contact the SPJST Home Office.

Another Czech Class at Alief Alief Community Evening School, under auspices of AISD (Alief Independent School district), is again offering a conversational Czech course at Hastings High School. The location of this school is between Bellaire Blvd. on the south and Alief - Clodine on the north on the southwest side of the intersection of Cook Road and High Star Drive in the community of Alief. (This formerly independent settlement is located in southwestern Houston).

The first lesson of this 12-week course, designed to develop basic skill in the Czech language wherever it is spoken, will be on February 2, 1994 and,

Czech

henceforth, once a week on Wednesdays, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuition, set by the school, will be $50.00 and the instructor will again be John J. Karas of Houston.

For additional information or details, write to, or call: Alief Community Evening School P.O. Box 68 Alief, Texas 77411 Phone: 498-8110 x 3200 or 495-4053 Learn Czech to preserve our heritage.

Sign up for this class; young or old, everyone is welcomed.

John J. Karas of Houston SPJST-

Class Offered in Austin

A Conversational Czech I class is being offered at Austin Community College in Austin, Texas, beginning January 25 to March 10, 1994. The class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Reagan Campus.

Anyone interested in learning Czech will be interested in taking this course.

No knowledge of the Czech language is required. Emphasis is on vocabulary and pronunciation. The teacher is Czech born Marcela Nouzovska.

Because of the positive response to the Conversational Czech I and II classes, Conversational Czech III is now being offered by Austin Community College, beginning January 24 to March 9, 1994.

The class will meet on Monday and

Wednesday nights from 7:30 to 9 p.m.. at the Reagan Campus. Prerequisites for the Czech III class are either Czech I and/or Czech II or a speaking ability of the Czech language.

Registration for the courses began November 30, 1993 at the Austin Community College Administrative office.

For further information, call Missy Allen or Albert Perez in the Austin Community College Continuing Education Department at (512) 483-7630.

Alfred ,Vrana, Secretary/Reporter Travis/Williamson County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas —SPJ ST—

Czech Classes at Westchester Spring Branch Evening School Last semester, nine students successfully completed the Czech I course at the Westchester Education Center of the Spring Branch Independent School District.

These students all expressed a desire to continue their studies during the spring semester in the Czech II course which will begin on Tuesday, February 8 and continue for 12 weeks with the final class on Thursday, May 5, 1994.

Any former students who have completed Czech I and any others who have studied and/or are familiar with basic Czech grammar will be welcome in this class. Study this semester will include further vocabulary development, sentence constructions using the seven cases, all verb groups in present, past and future tense, etc.

Registration schedule for this class is as follows: Jan. 17 - 21 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sat., Jan. 22 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Jan. 24 - 27 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Late registration Jan. 31 - Feb. 3 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Tuition fee is $60, plus $5 registration fee.

Registration and class will be held at the Westchester Education Center, 901 Yorkchester, Houston, Texas 77079. All class hours will be from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. each Thursday evening.

For more information, please call the Westchester Education Center at (713) 464-2849 or the Czech class instructor, Charles J. Heyda, at 467-5449.

Charles J. Heyda SPJST-

88, Houston to Sponsor 25th Czech Language Class

Lodge

Hope you all had a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year and that you are now ready to get started on Mr. Bill Souchek's 25th Czech Class at Lodge 88.

That's right. Several others and I have been successful in convincing Bill that, just as we can't do without his teaching the class, he just can't get it out of his system and quit teaching the Czech language.

Accordingly, the 25th Czech Language Class is scheduled to start at Lodge 88 on Beall Street at 7:30 p.m. on February 7th. Other class dates will he February 21 and 28; March 7, 21, and 28; April 4, 18, and 25; and May 4.

As before, we look forward to your participating in the class presentations and to your involvement and interest when Bill continues with his latest presentations. I am excited and hope that you join me in looking forward to getting further involved in relearning YOUR Czech language.

Be sure and mark the dates on your calendar. Make plans to be THERE. Looking forward to seeing all of you, having fun, and learning something new at the upcoming Czech class.

Na Schiedanou: Lou Muniza —SPJST-

Wednesday, January 26, 1994—VESTNIK/5

Letters from the Lodges Lodge 6, Cottonwood Reports on January Meeting We had a meeting January 9, 1994.

Our president, Johnnie Krizan, called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Celia, Tami and Traci Dobecka and Christi Sparkman.

All meetings were read and approved.

We had 12 members present, including two new members, Kristie Drews and Russell Schier.

Birthdays in January were celebrated

by Barbara Hykel and Lydia Dobecka.

The $5 door prize was won by Christine Matus and the $6 progressive door prize winner was Georgie Bellville, who was not present.

We had our election of officers in December. All officers were elected by acclamation.

The next meeting will be on February 6 with lunch prior to the meeting.

Everything will be furnished by the lodge. Everyone try to come out and enjoy with us.

Jerelene Lenart, Reporter

—SPJST-

Attention to Lodge 17, New Tabor Members This year, the SPJST Supreme Lodge is allowing the lodges to send as many teams to the state tournaments as would like to participate. Teams will not have to qualify at the local lodge level.

We will still be having our local lodge tournaments. The dates are as follows: Straight Dominoes January 15, 1994 at 2 p.m.

"42" Dominoes January 29, 1994 at 2 p.m.

If you are unable to attend on these dates but are interested in participating at the state level, contact Clarence W. Sefcik at 567-3885 after 5 p.m.

State tournament dates are as follows:

Straight Dominoes March 5, 1994 at 2 p.m.

"42" Dominoes March 19, 1994 at 2 p.m.

Fraternally, Clarence W. Sefcik SPJST-

24, Cyclone Reports on January Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Lodge members met on Monday, January 10 for their monthly lodge meeting. All officers were present. We were also pleased to have several guests at this meeting, including Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar, State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Klinkovsky, District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, and David Nauert. We were happy to see all of these good people at the meeting and extend an open invitation to them and anyone else who would like to attend.

Following introductions, the minutes of the November meeting were read.

Due to the informality of the December meeting, there were no formal minutes to present from that gathering. Following the minutes, Secretary Arleen Mayeux read the correspondence received since the last meeting. Included were holiday greetings from District Two Director Willie Kohutek and his wife, Adeline and a thank you note from DYC Patsy Koslovsky.

Sister Arleen concluded her report by reading the names of new lodge member initiates. They were as follows: Buddie Ballard, Cheyene Malovets, Desirae Malovets, Brenda Vansa, Davin Kostrow, and Montana Mikulec. Members voted by a unanimous margin to accept these new members. On behalf of all the members of Lodge 24, welcome to these new members.

All standing committees and committee chairmen then delivered their regular monthly reports. The report of Ticket and Bar Chairman Bernice Sebek was especially good to hear. Sister Bernice reported that more than 550 tickets were sold for our New Year's Eve Dance which featured the music of Jed Durbin.

The bar report also reflected significant earnings for the month of December.

While we're on the subject of the New Year's Eve Dance, special thanks go to

Patsy Baker, who was in charge of reservation sales of tickets. Likewise, thanks to those members who worked the bar and kitchen on New Year's Eve and to Ocker Brethren Church and the Cyclone Corral for loaning chairs. Finally, turning back the calendar to the Lodge Christmas Party, thanks to all of those members who contributed to the large covered dish supper. Although it was previously reported here that members had voted that the lodge would furnish the turkey, dressing, and beverages for the party, these items were also donated by lodge members.. Thanks to all who contributed to the meal.

Under old lodge business, President Carol Chervenka opened the floor for nominations to fill the positions of the three expiring vacancies on the Board of Trustees. Those elected are as follows: Patsy Baker, LaVerne Cabla and Joe Haisler. Louise Zavodny was also reelected to continue in her position as Booking Manager for Flag Hall. Thanks and best wishes to all of these good folks for a good year.

Under other old business, Reporter Brian Vanicek presented information that he had gathered from the Tax Assessor's office regarding the lodge's tax appraisal rate. He received the go-ahead to request a rate adjustment and was instructed to report on his progress at the next meeting.

Under new business, President Chervenka authorized the Auditing Committee to perform to the regular audit of lodge books.

Also under new business, District Two DYC Patsy Koslovsky introduced Melanie Zavodny as the new youth leader for Lodge 24, Cyclone. She also extended her appreciation to Shirley Ashcraft, who previously served as youth leader, for her dedication of time, effort, and creativity to the position. The lodge also wishes to go on record and thank Sister Shirley for her dedicated service to the youth. Likewise, we hope that she continues to support the activities of the lodge as her schedule permits.

To Sister Melanie, we extend our sincere thanks for taking on the responsibili-* ty of leading the Lodge 24 Youth Club.

We have confidence in your abilities and faith in your determination to do a good job. As many of you may know, Melanie is a "graduate" of the Lodge 24 Youth Club, herself, and at the 1992 SPJST

Convention in Victoria, did a wonderful job of representing Lodge 24 and District Two in the Mr. and Miss SPJST Competition, placing as first runner-up.

In her first report as youth leader, Sister Melanie reported on the January Youth Club meeting, stating that there were 11 members, eight adults and one guest in attendance. She also reported two new youth club members: Ashley Veselka and Scott Hudson. This brings the total Youth Club membership to 22.

Sister Melanie also announced that the next youth club meeting would be on Sunday, February 13, during which time club members would make Valentines for residents of a Temple-area nursing home.

She also reminded those in attendance of the District Two Skating Party which will be held that same afternoon, from 5:15 until 7:15 p.m. at Skate Haven in Temple.

All ages this includes adults—are welcome to attend.

Next on the agenda, Supreme Lodge President Leshikar presented information regarding the Lodge Officers' Workshop scheduled for Saturday, March 12.

Following his presentation, members endorsed the motion to host the event at Lodge 24.

State FAC Frank Klinkovsky followed with a report on the 1993 Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program.

Based on information presented, Lodge 24 will be a recipient of the Bronze Award at the Recognition Banquet to he held in conjunction with the workshop.

More details regarding the workshop and dinner will be printed as they are received in the Vestnik Members celebrating birthdays in December included: Arleen Mayeux, Christopher Cabla, Ramona Gerik, Larry Coots and Carmen Sktabanek. January birthday celebrants included Joe Haisler, Desirae Malovets, Matthew Sebek, Sidonia Skrabanek, Harold Vanicek, Jr., Harold Vanicek, Sr., and Brian Vanicek.

Members celebrating anniversaries in December included: Joe and Lorene Haisler, Margaret and Wilbert Mikeska, Jerry and LaVeme Cabla, Doris and Ray Coots, and Henry and Willie Mae Vanicek. January anniversary celebrants included Wayne and Regina Psencik.

Congratulations to all of these and to any other Lodge 24 members who celebrated birthdays or anniversaries during December and January.

Lodge 24, Cyclone Presents Officers and Trustees for 1994

Lodge 98, Wheelock Installs Lodge Officers for 1994 District One Director Andrew Vavra, left, performs the installation of officers for Lodge 98, Wheelock. Officers are, from left, President Joe Lys, Vice President W.C. Scasta, and SecretaryTreasurer Cecil Dickson.

Pk...red from left, front r: 'esic Carol Chervenka, Vice President/FAC Zavodny, Treasurer Margaret Mikeska, Secretary Arleen Ma3eux, Youth Leader Melanie Zavodny and Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar (Insta::ing Officer). Back row, from left (Trustees): Barbara Maceli, LaVern Cabla, Jerry Cabla, Joe Haisler, Rosamond Baker and Reporter Brian Vanicek.

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 26, 1994 As the final item of business, President Leshikar installed the 1994 officers and trustees of Lodge 24 into their respective positions, offering each his congratulations.

Following adjournment, members enjoyed socializing and refreshments, including sausage wraps, chips, dips and ice cream.

The next lodge meeting will be Monday, February 7 at 7 p.m. Do make plans to attend!

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek, Reporter P.S.—To the young people: "Youth dances" are becoming a regular fixture at Lodge 24, Cyclone. At our most recent youth dance on January 15, approximately 100 young people, ranging in age from the very young to high school age, were in attendance. It's a good time in a supervised environment. Admission is $3 and there's no smoking and no alcohol; however, there is plenty of good music, socializing and good times. Soft drinks and food are also available. If you've never been, check it out . . . it may change the way you look at Saturday evening fun.

The next youth dance will be Saturday, February 19 . . . Please note, if you come out to the Flag Hall and don't see a lot of cars in the parking lot, don't be fooled! A lot of our guests on these nights carpool or get rides to and from the hall from Mom and Dad. Hope you and your friends can make it on February 19!

—SPJST-

29, Taylor Reports on anuary Meeting

Lodge

Dear Brothers and Sisters, The January meeting of Lodge 29, Taylor was held on Sunday, January 9, 1993 at 4 p.m. The meeting was called to order by President Melvin Steger and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

We would like to welcome two members, Martha and Charles Wagner. Please come and be a part of us anytime.

I would like to remind everyone about

Scenes from New Year's Eve Dance at Lodge 29, Taylor

RIGHT: Elaine and Albin Machu dance the night away at Lodge 29, Taylor.

our Super Bowl Party and Prize Drawing.

Have you bought or sold your tickets yet?

You still have time! If you need tickets or would like to sell some, contact Lillian Sakewitz.

As I stated in my last letter, our New Year's Eve dance was a success.

Everyone there really enjoyed themselves. The music was great! I have enclosed pictures of some of you at the dance with this letter.

Our next meeting will be on Sunday, February 13th at 4 p.m. The Youth Club will meet at 5 p.m. See you then!

Fraternally, Pam Harper, Reporter —SPJST-

58, Hungerford and 151, Wharton Merger Vote Set for February 3

Lodge

Dear Members, On Thursday evening, February 3, the members of Lodge No. 58 and Lodge No. 151 will meet to vote on the merger of our two lodges.

We urge all members to be present at this very important meeting. Your vote could be the deciding factor and your opinion is important.

The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at Hinze Bar-B-Que in Wharton. Light refreshments will be served following the meetin2.

Again, we urge all members to be present at this very important meeting!

Fraternally, Carolyn Bucek Lodge 151, Secretary —SPJST-

84, Dallas Reports on anuary Meeting

Brother Paul, for a job well done and welcome to you, Brother Richard.

First Vice President Olson reported on the sales representatives. At this time, District Three Director Sid Pokladnik thanked the representatives as well as the members who worked so hard to meet our 1993 quota of introducing and signing new members into this great organization.

Entertainment Report—Given by Sister Salac; the yearly report was also given.

Youth Leader Bessie Petr reported on the Christmas program that was enjoyed by all. She informed the group that the food collected was taken to the Brady Center. The teens and juniors were meeting this night and the juniors were also busy doing crafts.

Sister Petr then introduced State . Youth Director Joni Lange to all those present and invited her to stay for the rest of our monthly meeting, which she did.

Announcements The Czech Culture group will be meeting on February 28 at Sokol for a spaghetti dinner.

Sister Petr also reported on the DallasEnnis Fraternal Council. The date for their 1994 meetings are as follows: • February 7—At SPJST Lodge 84, hosted by SPJST Lodge No. 130 • March 7—At SPJST Lodge No. 25, Ennis • April 11—At the Czech Club, hosted

by K.J.Z.T. and K.J.T. • May 9—At the Czech Club, hosted

by W.F.L.A. • June 13—Picnic at Lodge 84 (W.O.W. and other lodges will share in hosting this event).

• September 12—K.J.T., Ennis • October 13—At SPJST Lodge 84, hosted by W.O.W. • November 14—At Lodge No. 84, hosted by SPJST Lodge 84.

• December 12—Christmas Party at Lodge No. 84.

Lodge

Dear Members, President Yeager opened the meeting with the pledge to our flag. The meeting was well attended, in spite of the cold weather outside.

Secretary Salac read the minutes and announced that there was no correspondence.

Lillie Krueger, Bobby Elenfeld and Lavern Eulenfeld prepare breakfast as the band, Shameless, entertains.

Jerry and Frances Tallas, pictured at left, and Katherine and Edwin Adamek enjoy the music andTellt•Wship -arLodge 29, Taylor's New Year's Eve dance.-

Committee Reports The following committees reported: Sunshine—Sister Tydlaska sent cards.

Sympathy—Brother Lloyd Baker and family (father-in-law); Brother Garret Baker (grandfather).

Get well card to Sister Faye Rejcek House Committee—Brother Salac is repairing the Baby Room wall. He was also approved to have a carpenter check out the repairs that need to be made.

Bar—Brother John Jones made his report.

Hall Rental—Reported by Brother Emil Petr.

Special Committee—Sister Salac reported on money donated by Lodge 84, as well as the yearly report.

The "Living Memorial Report" was given by Sister Salac and Sister Ondrusek.

Band Hiring—Brother Paul Pokladnik gave his last report on bands for the year 1994. Brother Richard Andreason was introduced to do the job. Thank you,

Congratulations to Brother Ben Jarma, who was selected as Lodge 84's 1993 Fraternalist of the Year. Lodge 84 is mighty proud.

President Yeager announced an entertainment meeting for January 31, starting at 6:30 p.m.

Faye Rejcek reported on dues cancelled. She also handed out the fraternal services/activities report.

Our dance on February 5 will feature the music of the Kovanda Band.

On February 19, Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six will play.

On March 5, Henry Rejcek's Polka Band performs at Lodge 84.

Our next lodge meeting will be on February 21. The meeting will also include the initiation of new lodge members.

Sister Wanda Petr personally thanked all who sent cards, said prayers and visited her while she was regaining her strength and building up her health over the past few months. There she was at the meeting—sitting in a wheel chair, giggling and shaking hands with all present. It was nice.

The members also say, "Hello," to Sister Bessie Kalich. Brother Kalich is on the Audit Committee, along with Brother Vik and Brother Becon. Brother Kalich reported that the books were in "great shape" and praised all responsible for making the job easier by keeping the lodge books to up to date and accurate.

Thanks to the Alpine Village Band for keeping everyone who came to the dance out on the floor all night—especially the

Wednesday, January 26, 1994--VESTNiK/7 P.O.L.K. of A.'s of Texas. That group really loves to dance and it shows.

Fraternally, Rose Scott SPJST-

87, Temple Reports on January Meeting

Lodge

SPJST Lodge 87 help their meeting on November 12, 1994 at 7 p.m. with President Ladis Navratil presiding.

The meeting was called to order with Flag Bearer Lad Zatopek leading members and guests in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. We stood in silent tribute for our deceased members.

Mary Ann Zatopek read the minutes of the November and December meetings. They were approved as read. She also gave the treasurer's report. New members accepted into our lodge are as follows: John C. Perry, Tyler Edward Angelo, Haley Erin Gerik, Jennifer Ashley Hopper, John C. Garth and Deborah K. Van Orden. We welcome these members into our lodge.

Vice President Reisner gave his report.

He read correspondence from the Supreme Lodge. He stated that Lodge 87 enrolled enough new members to qualify for the Honorable Mention Award.

Old and new business was discussed.

Guests present were SPJST Directors Sid Pokladnik, Bob Bayer and Matt Vanek. We were happy to see them at our lodge. Millie Schiller was also our guest. Millie, we appreciate your attending our lodge meetings.

Next meeting will be February 9, 1994 at 7 p.m.

Fraternally, Mary Ann Zatopek, Treasurer —SPJST-

88, Houston Reports Donations to Scholarship Fund Lodge

Donations have been made to the Lodge No. 88 Scholarship Fund by The Lodge No. 88 Birthday Club Sisters in memory of Mrs. Anna Svestka and by the Lodge No. 88 Youth Club in memory of Mrs. Laura Bender and Mr. Joe 0.

Watson.

Fraternally, Josephine Pflughaupt Chairman, Lodge No. 88 Scholarship Committee SPJST-

88, Houston Reports on Birthday Club Meeting and Activities Lodge

A proud great-grandmother, Doris Knapick, handed me a note about their great-grandson, Christopher Austin Dettling, who was born on January 6, 1994. He's the son of Tommy and Todd Dettling. The grandparents are Betty and Darrell Fogarty and J.C. and Sharon Dettling, all from Houston. Betty Fogarty is the daughter of Doris Knapick.

Congratulations from Lodge 88 and wish you the best with your precious little boy.

Tim Kostom and his Lodge 88 Choral Group visited the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville on December 18, 1993 to entertain our dear elderly people. It was an interesting afternoon to see these lovely people enjoying all of those good Czech and English carols. The audience applauded frequently to express their happiness and appreciation.

The rest home served a beautiful lunch of sandwiches, dips, chips and sweets of all kinds. All of us enjoyed it very much.

Of course, some of us missed our loved ones.

Lillie Spies, our treasurer, had planned a trip to California for Christmas, but had to decline when two sisters, a brother and a brother-in-law got sick. This was a Christmas that they had planned together with her daughter, Aggie and her husband, Joe, but everyone was so sick that her children decided instead to come here and celebrate Christmas. Wasn't that sweet of them to come to Houston? Lillie was so thankful that it all "panned out."

Birthday Club Meeting The Birthday Club met on January 12, 1994. President Lowrina Lindemann opened the meeting at 11:20 a.m. with the roll call.

Secretary Rita Alexander read the minutes which were approved. She also read correspondence from Hilda Kprc, the daughter of Mrs. Anna Svestka. It was reported that Lillie Spies lost her brother-in-law and that Josephine Buri and Bessie Dewer lost a cousin, Johnnie Barta, who was a young man. It was also reported that Willie Mae Stang lost a nephew, Johnnie Barta.

Treasurer Lillie Spies then gave the financial report.

Mary Kosut, our Sunshine Lady, gave a very good report. Mary sends cards to many people and furnishes some of the cards.

We will have cooks for the February meeting. They are Bessie Dewer, Josephine Buri, Georgia Buchanan and Margie Anders.

The Calcutta game was won by Lillie Spies and Evelyn Mikolas.

Our birthday girls for January were Marie Pokluda, Margaret Bohac, Dona Clooney, and Ima Lero. Ima got sick and had to be taken home.

After the table blessing by Mary Kosut, we adjourned.

Submitted with love by, Pearl Hanka, First Vice President Remember—"Where love is, God is."

SPJST-

Other classes scheduled at Lodge No. 88 during 1994 are as follows: April 21- 22 June 23 - 24 August 28 - 19 October 20 - 21 Fraternally, Homer Alexander Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-

91, Crosby Reports on Lodge Activities and Christmas Party Lodge

The Lodge 91 Family Christmas Dinner social held Thursday, December 8, 1993 at Luby's Cafeteria in Baytown was enjoyed by 47 members and family.

After the meal, a short business meeting was held. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by a moment of silence in memory of our deceased members, Peter Kristinek and Joe J.

Krauskopf. Following roll call of officers, the minutes of the preceding meeting were read and approved.

Approval was given that the lodge honor those members 80 years old or older in 1993 with a $25 cash Christmas gift. Also, instead of flowers for deceased members, a $25 donation will be given as a memorial to the family.

The existing lodge officers were reelected for 1994.

Lodge President Franta then presented past lodge treasurer, Victor R. Lostak, with a plaque for 25 years of dedicated service from 1967 to 1992. Sister Sidonia Lostak, wife of Brother Victor, accepted the award on his behalf while he is convalescing in a healthcare facility in Austin.

Special thanks were given to our sales representative, June Ann Smesny, as she earned top honors in District Five for the months of September and October.

Before the meeting adjourned, the members were reminded of the next quarterly meeting which will be the first Sunday in March at 1:30 p.m. at our little hall.

Fraternally, Alvin A. Franta —SPJST-

Scenes from Christmas Party at Lodge 91, Crosby Sidonia Lostak, wife of Victor R. Lostak, accepts a plaque from Lodge President Alvin A. Franta in honor of her husband's 25 years o dedicated service as treasurer of Lodge 91 from;1961 until 1992.

Brother Victor was unable to attend due to ill health.

Pictured'at left are the reelected officers for 1994 of Lodge 91, Crosby. They are, from left: Treasurer Steazie M. Franta, Secretary Lea Annette Franta, Vice President June Ann Smesny, and President Alvin A. Franta.

88, Houston Offers AARP Driving Course

Lodge

The first driving class is scheduled for February 17-18, 1994 at Lodge No. 88, Houston. Class time will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. each day. The cost is $8 per student for the eight hour class.

A certificate of completion is presented at the end of the class on February 18, 1994.

If your last certificate is three years old or older, then it's time to register for the first class of 1994. Call your Fraternal Activities Coordinator Homer Alexander at 681-3304 before the class fills to capacity.

Lodge 91 members enjoyed the Family Christmas Social held December 8th at Luby's Cafeteria in Baytown.

8/VESTMK—Wednesday, January 26, 1994

Lodge 139, Danbury Reports on January Meeting The first meeting of the new year for Danbury Lodge 139 was held on January 12. The meeting got off to a good start with President Lonnie Lostak calling the meeting to order and Wesley Baldwin leading the Pledge of Allegiance. The members remained standing for a period of silence in memory of recently deceased members Raymond Lubojacky and Johnnie Bob Hester.

After Secretary Lorenda Baldwin read the minutes of the December meeting, she read thank you notes form our senior members who received Christmas turkeys and other correspondence.

President Lonnie read correspondence from the main lodge and Treasurer Eloise Lostak gave her report.

Plans for our lodge barbecue were discussed and a tentative date was set for April 16. More about the final plans later.

After adjournment, a social was held with plenty of good food and fellowship.

Fraternally, Faye Wilson, Reporter —SPJST-

180, Burleson Reports on January Meeting

Lodge

Our January 4th meeting was opened

by President Louis Grochoski with George Rippin leading 15 members in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for our departed members.

All officers made good reports for November and December.

There was no meeting in December.

Our Christmas party was well attended.

Each member brought a gift for a needy child. Gifts were later brought to the Harvest House in Burleson.

Many of our members attended the four-lodge Christmas party hosted by Lodge 183. The dinner was delicious.

Corpus Christi Circle of Women Report on January Meeting The Corpus Christi Circle of Women met on Thursday, January 6 at Sokol Hall. There were 24 members and two guests present. Lillian Covill brought her daughter, Deborah Kucera, who we hope returns to visit with us again. Our other guest was Jerry Elzner.

A thank you letter from Sokol Corpus Christi was read and Betty Jurica reported on the delivery of food to the Women's Shelter, which was greatly appreciated by them.

A report of our December 7 trip was given. Our first stop that day was the Christmas Tree Forest—and what a treat that was. The tree decorations were outstanding and I was very proud of the SPJST Lodge 79 tree representing the Czech Republic.

We then drove on to Ingleside for a drive through the Naval installation.

Being retired military, Jerry was able to

The music and the champagne was good and everyone had a good time.

It's done. Our parking lot is paved.

No more mud tracked inside. Thanks to Charles Schieder, B.J. Russell, George Rippin, Louis Grochoski and Joe Hurtik, who oversaw all of this.

Keith and Barbara Hartgraves spent a delightful week in Ireland. Ernest and Julia Dueser are home after spending the Christmas holidays in Idaho with their son and family.

Hodni 'stesti, zdravi a spokojenosti pieje yam 180 na novy rok!

Much luck, health and contentment wishes from 180 for the New Year!

Fraternally, Estelle Hurtik —SPJST-

200, Bruceville-Eddy Reports on anuary Meeting Lodge

Our January 5, 1994 meeting was opened by President Bob Miracle with the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. There was no old business except to discuss how nice the lodge Christmas social was after the meeting.

The food and fraternalism was great.

Under new business, the lodge made final plans for our Valentine Social. Be looking in the mail for a card from the lodge to each member. This card can be turned in at the door of The Grove Community Center on February 12th at 7:30 p.m. at their dance. The lodge will pay for each of its members who attend.

Bring your own refreshments; however, no glass beer bottles. All of you plan on joining us. I hear that Gene McBride is Texas' answer to Fred Astair.

Being no other business, the meeting was closed until our February 12, 1994 social at The Grove Community Center.

Earl Soudelier, Financial Secretary and Reporter —SPJSTget a pass so we could view the mine sweepers and facilities at the Naval station. It was very impressive. They are still in the process of building additional facilities. Took me back 50 years to when NAS Corpus Christi was my first place of employment.

Our next stop was Rockport, where we had a light lunch before boarding the "Pisces" for our three-hour boat ride. We were each given a check list of area birds to check off as they were sighted. The biggest thrill was spotting the whooping cranes. They were little more than a white speck in the grasslands when first sighted. Although we were able to get closer, binoculars were needed for a really good view. The weather was cool with overcast skies, but the water was smooth and we enjoyed 4pleasant ride.

The salt air and three hours on the water gave us all good appetites. We enjoyed a good meal at Charlotte Plummer's in Rockport before heading home. It was 7:30 p.m. when we arrived after a lovely day and a great tour.

Our next trip will be to Goliad where. besides the missions, we will visit an ostrich farm. Sounds great. I only hope more of our members are able to take advantage of this opportunity.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to Marcellina Mokry, Norma Baker, Betty Jurica, Mary Ann Elzner, Frances Kosarek and me.

Ella Simcik won a napkin holder brought by Pauline Novosad and Pauline won a kitchen towel set donated by Frances Kosarek. Marcellina Mokry brought a Star of Bethlehem plan that was won by Sophie Snapka. Marcellina also brought a pretty wall plaque won by Rose Huff. Helen Pavelka won a kitchen towel bought in the Czech Republic by Della Elzner and Carrie Veselka won a Czech pennant brought by Milly Elzner.

Milly won two potted plants donated by Leona Matula. We had a total of nine prizes in all.

Lillie Hayek and her hostesses served a great meal with a lot of vegetable dishes and lasagna prepared by Kathy Marek.

Everything was simply delicious.

Following our luncheon, we played a few games. Betty Jurica brought a pretty porcelain vase for our main prize, which I was lucky to win and Kathy Marek donated the consolation prizes.

As always, we had a good time and enjoyed visiting with each other but we missed our members who were absent.

Fraternally yours, Anna Marie Moss, Reporter --SPJST-

Circle of Fort Worth Reports on January Meeting Ladies

The meeting of the Ladies Circle of Fort Worth began at 10:45 a.m. with 40 ladies and 11 men present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, after which the minutes of the last meeting were read by Clara Marchioni in the absence of the secretary. I had a good excuse to be absent—laryngitis had set in. The treasurer's report was given and both were filed as read.

Lillie McMillan reported on get-well and sympathy cards sent out. Also, Rose Jaworski, who has had surgery, will be going home this week. A "thank you" note from Lodge No. 92 Secretary Christine Zich was read, expressing appreciation for the donation from the Ladies Circle.

February hostesses will be Mona Hattendorf, Liz Howard. Bee Adami, Helen Kubala and Victoria Murphy.

Birthday honorees were Frank Kovar, Joe Gregory, Kitty Rippin, Tuna Meislohn, Julia Dueser, Eva Dockery, Lorenda Manasco, Mona Hattendorf and Beaulah LaBate.

Door prizes went to Mary Ann Gibson and Justine Chaloupka.

An article about "Home Room Mothers" was red by Clara Marchioni.

No truer words were written than those expressed in the article. Those were the days my friend—I thought they'd never end!

Joyce Tesar announced the Super Bowl Dance for January 20th with music by the Alpine Village Band from 3:00 until 7:00 p.m.

The meeting adjourned, followed by lunch and games until 2 p.m. Hope you started the New Year with a lot of resolutions which you don't plan on breaking.

Happy Valentine's Day and see you next month.

Fraternally, Aurora C. Maldino, Reporter

—SPJST-

Friendship Club of Fort Worth Reports on January Meeting Dear Members and Friends, Our January meeting was called to order by our president, Jo Prochaska.

She made welcome our new members Elsie Anders and Harold Balvin and our guest Joe Kozel. She then led us in the pledge to our flag.

The minutes by Secretary Merel Kovar and the treasurer's report by Lydia Alholm were approved as read. Anna Johnson reported on all cards sent.

Louise Oujesky expressed her thanks for her card and Father Sal for our donation.

The quilt was won by Rosemary Gribble and the Texas Quilter was won

by Elsie Anders.

Roy and Lydia Alholm had as their guest over the New Year holidays, Sister Mary Charlotte Vesely, from Lile, Illinois.

We did a lot of visiting and then enjoyed a good lurich after the blessing.

"Happy Birthday" went out to Frank Kovar, Tuna Meislohn, Margie Kret and Eunice Robinson.

We were sorry to hear that Maria Prill is back in the hospital and wish her a speedy recovery. Likewise, we extend our sincere sympathies to Della Carmichael on the loss of her husband and to Ruby Jones on the loss of her husband. May they rest in peace.

Our February 2 meeting hostesses will be Anna Johnson, Bessie Brezina and Annie Whitsill.

If the weather is very bad, call me at 235-2314 to make sure if we are having the meeting. The weather is great now.

The meeting adjourned and games were played.

See you on February 2 at 10:30 a.m.

So until—Keep Smiling.

Fraternally, Mary Pavey

—SPJST-

S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2, Needville Reports on December Activities Albert Drew and Anita Schmidt are the newest residents to join S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville. They arrived at the home in December.

We are happy to welcome Juan Garcia and Howard Ray back from the hospital.

We regret the death of resident Minnie Engelhardt. Minnie will be missed by our staff and the other residents.

Edna Mills was discharged to the hospital and Lydia Garcia was transferred to Autumn Hills nursing home.

Donations • Apples in December were donated by the United Methodist Women.

• A fruit basket was donated by the Fort Bend County 4-H Program.

• Bananas were donated by A.A.R.P. • SPJST Lodge 81, Needville-donated fruit.

• Doughnuts were donated by the Catholic Daughters.

• Fruit was donated by the Damon Fire Department.

• Cards were donated by the Cub Scouts, Pack No. 129, Den 5.

Wednesday, January 26, 1994—VESTNIK/9

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• Cookies were donated by HL&P. Every Tuesday morning, Frank Ramos • Fruit was donated by the Needville Fire came to have Bible study. In the afterDepartment. noon, Annie Stavinoha, Ida Gasch, Tonie • Cookies, cake, socks and a meat and Kramer, Erna Gorka, and Adela cheese tray were donated by Dr. Van Wadephul came to have bingo.

Vliet and Dr. Camarda.

Every Thurs-day morning, Father • Gifts were donated by the Lodge 88, Ramsey, Milton Legendre, Annie Houston Youth Club.

Stavinoha, and • Bingo gifts were Rosie Kovar with donated by the St. Michael's CathKnights of olic Church came to Columbus. have Mass. In the • Door decorations afternoon, the were donated by Damon, Catholic, Beasley ElemMethodist, entary School.

Immanuel and • Christmas trees Presbyterian ladies and pins were took turns coming donated by the to have crafts.

Needville Skilled Every Friday, Group.

Melva Hastings, • Apples and orMildred Novak, anges were donatMartha Marx, and ed by Howard Ray's family.

Sister Emma Tielke, a resident of Evelyn Gorka came • Cookies were S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 celebrated to roll hair. Thanks to Linda Sober for donated by Alice her 101st birthday in December. helping this month.

Kramer, Christine Every Sunday morning, Annie Demny and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Marx.

Stavinoha and Rosie Kovar came to have • Cakes were donated by Martha rosary. The Knights of Columbus came Mitchell, Mildred Vecera, Gertrude to give communion.

Sodolak, and Mary Hybner's family.

On Wednesday afternoon, December • Lap robes were donated by Geraldine 1, Rev. Foster had services.

Winklemann.

On Sunday afternoon, December 5, St. • Donations from SPJST Lodge No. 88, Houston, Karel Jonas No. 28,-East Michael's Altar Society came to sing Christmas carols, give gifts and bring Bernard, and Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth, were also greatly appreciated. cookies and punch for all the residents.

In the afternoon, the 4-H and Youth Council came caroling.

December Activities Every Monday morning, Olie Eixman, On Wednesday, December 8, Rev. Bell Alice Bergen, Ruby Lee Oberhoff and came to have services.

Willie Mae Tielke came to have sing-aOn Saturday afternoon, December 11,

Holiday Scenes from S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2, Needville

lutes perform fl q- rt.ick‘nts on Dec(mber 11.

The Lodge 88, Houston Czech Singers perform for residents on December 18.

Crossing Choir came to sing.

On Wednesday morning, December 22, Peggy and Patty and children came to sing. In the afternoon, Rev. Kuebler came to have services. The Immanuel Youth Group came caroling and brought gifts and fruit for the residents.

Everyone enjoyed a joyous Christmas.

On Tuesday afternoon, December 28, Larry Ognoski, George Lolley and Fritz Koehne provided music and singing.

"Happy Birthday" greetings for the month of December were extended to residents: Emma L. Tielke, Ethel Corso, Lupe Arechiga, Dorothy Sury, and Luther Cooper. The following staff members also celebrated birthdays: Linda Donald, Joylen Guillory, Sandra Donohue, Shirley Kalka, Sandy Wright and Rosa De La Rosa.

A New Year's and birthday party was held on Friday afternoon, December 31.

All residents received hats, horns and noise makers.

This was a special day for Emma L. Tielke, the oldest resident who is now 101 years old.

The A Flower and Gift shop provided the corsages and boutineers. St. Michael's Altar Society provided the cakes. Louis Vacek provided music on the piano and accordion. Volunteers Melva Hastings and Ida Gasch helped to serve cake, punch, ice cream and coffee to all.

The residents enjoyed all of the activities during the month of December.

Thanks to all denominations of churches and to the volunteers who perform services in the home for the residents.

Barbara Svatek, S.A.D. —SPJST-

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the Texas Czech Mates came to perform and brought fruit for the residents.

Refreshments were served.

On Sunday afternoon, December 12, Cub Scout troop No. 129 came caroling.

On Monday afternoon, December 13, Santa Claus visited the residents and gave candy to the residents and employees.

On Wednesday morning, December 15, the kindergarten children of Needville came caroling. In the afternoon, the FHA girls came caroling.

On Thursday morning, December 16, the Needville Middle and High School skilled group came to sing and put decorations on the tables and put pins on the ladies. In the afternoon, Garland Hurtye and Mary Goffinett with the Fort Bend Humane Society brought cookies and doughnuts for the residents.

On Friday noon, December 17, the Jaycees provided the residents dinner, consisting of turkey, dressing and all the trimmings. The annual Christmas party for the residents was held at 6:30 p.m.

The St. Michael's Catholic Church Seventh and Eighth graders confirmation class provided a program. The Knights of Columbus Men's Choir provided singing. The Jaycees provided the Santa Claus and gave gifts to all residents and helped distribute all of the other gifts under the tree. Refreshments were served to all present.

On Saturday afternoon, December 18, SPJST Lodge 88 from Houston provided singing in Czech and English and brought gifts. Refreshments were served.

On Sunday afternoon, December 19, Richard Alamia and Tommy Graham came to sing for the residents. The United Methodist Choir came to sing.

Later in the afternoon, the Brazos

Clara Janda, age 80, of Abbot, passed away Wednesday, December 8, 1993 at Providence Health Center in Waco.

A rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, December 9 at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. John Molnar.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10 a.m., Friday, December 10, at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbot with Rev. John Molnar as celebrant. Burial followed in Fatima Cemetery near Abbott.

Mrs. Janda was born on April 20, 1913 in McLennan County, the daughter of Pete and Ludmilla Urban. She married Louis J. Janda, Sr. on January 17, 1933 in West. He preceded her in death on April 13;1983. She was a housewife, homemaker and a farmer. She was also a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbot and a member of R.V.O.S. Lodge No. 46.

She is survived by one son, Louis Janda, Jr. of Abbot; three daughters, Margaret Krmolis and JoAnna Kruger, both of Abbot, and Joyce Kostohryz of Waco; three brothers, Henry Urban of West, Rudolph Urban of Dallas, and Willie Urban of Bellmead; three sisters, Christine Slovak of West, Millie Rejcek of Waco, and Mary Rejcek of Covington; 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the West Volunteer Ambulance Association.

Active pallbearers were Eric Kostohryz, Sean Kromolis, David Janda,

and Charles Herrell. Honorary pallbearer was Kyle Kruger.

Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements.

Resolution Committee of Lodge 6, Cottonwood, Georgia Skerik Willie Skerik Peggy Dobecka

—SPJST-

Expression of Synipathy Edmond D. Pokorny, 57, formerly of Taylor, died in Florence on Saturday, January 8, 1994.

He had been employed with Austin ISD for 15 years and was a member of Taylor Brethren Church and SPJST Lodge No. 29, Taylor. He served in the United States Army for six years.

Survivors are his sister, Bertha Mikeska; brothers, William Pokorny and wife, Pearl, and Ben Pokorny and wife, Willie Mae; sisters-in-law, Henrietta and Martha Pokorny, and Edna Tonn, all of Taylor; and 19 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers.

Services were held on Tuesday, January 11, 1994 at Condra MeMorial Chapel at 10 a.m. with the Rev. James Hejl officiating. Burial was in Taylor City Cemetery.

Arrangements were by Condra Funeral Home of Taylor.

Respectfully submitted by, Elaine Machu

—SPJST-

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Expression of Sympathy We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo, wish to express our sympathy to the family of our departed brother LEROY SEFCIK, who passed away on Friday, December 17, 1993 in Austin.

Services were held December 20, 1993 at Condra Funeral Home with bur­ ial in Taylor City Cemetery.

Brother Sefcik was born on March 3, 1921 in Rowena. He was a retired sheet metal worker for ACI in Austin. An Air Force veteran of World War II, he was a member of the American Legion, SPJST Lodge 160 and the Brethren Church.

Survivors include his wife, Leona Sefcik of Taylor; three sons, Gil Woehl of Arp, David Woehl of Fort Worth, and Russell Woehl of Allen; a sister, Wilma Dusek of Austin; a brother, Alvin Sefcik of Vancourt; and five grandchildren.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Respectfully, .

Leonard Jansa Diana Pelzel Sharon Waggoner -SPJST-

Resolution of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Karel Jonas, No. ·28, East Bernard, Texas, on behalf of our entire member­ ship, wish to express our sympathy to the bereaved family of brother RAYMOND A. KUBENA. Funeral services for Brother Kubena, 72, of Sealy, were held on Saturday, December 11, 1993 at 11:30 a.m. from the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy with Msgr. BJ. Zientek celebrating the funeral mass and rite of committal. The Knights of Columbus rosary was recited on Friday, December 10 at 7 p.m. from the Knesek Brothers/Ettinger Funeral Chapel in Sealy, followed by the parish vigil wake service. Interment was in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Leo Baca, Jimmy Baca, Larry Baca, Leonard (Rusty) Uhyrek, Mike Uhyrek and Joe V. Kanak.

Brother Kubena was born on June 4, 1921 in East Bernard to parents Jim and Lillie Kanak Kubena .. He was raised in the East Bernard area and attended school at Taverner Public School. He served his country during World War II in the United States Army. On November 27, 1945, he married the former Miss Henrietta Uhyrek in Wallis and was a drillman for electrical construction. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Rosenberg Knights of Columbus Council No. 2801, the Rosenberg American Legion Post No. 271 and the Rosenberg Veterans of Foreign War Post No. 3903 and SPJST Lodge No. 28, East Bernard.

He died Wednesday, December 8, 1993 at his home in Sealy.

Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Henrietta Kubena of Sealy; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Gary Bravenec of Sealy; sister and brother-in-law, Olga and August Uhyrek of Rosenberg; grandchil­ dren, Brenda and John Ray Bravenec both of Sealy.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Lillie Kubena.

Funeral services were heid under the

direction of the Knesek Brothers/Edinger Funeral Chapel of Sealy.

Respectfully submitted, Resolution Committee, Anton J. Kelner -SPJST-

Resolution of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 49, Rowena, on behalf of the officers and members, express our sincere sympathy to the family of CI.ARENCE F. "FAT" MAREK, who died December 26, 1993 in his home at the age of 84.

Rosary was held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 28, 1993 in the Rains­ Seal Funeral Chapel in Ballinger. Mass was held at 10 a.m. the following day at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Rowena with burial in the St. Joseph cemetery.

Brother Marek was manager of the Highway Filling Station, a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and a member of Lodge No. 49, Rowena.

His hobby was fishing and he and his wife, Olga, had a home on Brady Lake for 15 years.

Survivors include his wife, Olga Marek; two sons, J.D. Marek of San Antonio and Bill Marek of Dallas; four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

May Brother Marek rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee, EmmaHavlak Elizabeth Walther Pauline Shiller -SPJST-

Resolution of Sympathy We, the the undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge Karel Havlicek, No. 4. Hallettsville, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister, MARY A. MORLEY, who passed away in the Southern Manor Nursing Home in Hallettsville on Saturday, October 2, 1993 at the age of 88 years. She was born on December 15, 1904 in Lavaca County, the daughter of Charles M. and Loretta Morgan Spear.

She was a homemaker and member of the First United Methodist Church. She married W. A Morley on June 2, 1934.

Services were conducted at 2 p.m., Sunday, October 3 at the First United Methodist Church.

Rev. Grant B. Tadlock officiated. Burial followed in the Hallettsville City Cemetery under the direction of Kubena Funeral Home.

Survivors include two step-daughters, Reatha Schultz of Tivoli and Ada Marie Sommers of Hallettsville; a step-son, William D. Morley of Victoria; a sister, Margaret Obelgoner of Hallettsville; a brother, Harry Spear of San Antonio; 10 step-grandchildren; three nieces and one nephew.

She was preceded in death by her hus­ band, William A Morley on July 19, 1971; her parents, Charles M. and Loretta Spear, and a brother, C.D. Spear.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee, Gayenell Chudej Victoria Zak Gaye Galetka -SPJST-

Parade. Duke David Kortis and Dutchess Laura Spanel-Weber carried the banner.

Thank you for your great representation of SPJST. Thank you, too, Bernie Gebala for chauffeuring and all you did.

Youth leaders and spouses of District Two were honored with an appreciation Christmas party. All of those who attend­ ed had a great time. Secret pals among leaders were revealed'. There was also a gift exchange. Special entertainment was provided by magician Dan Murphy .. Hey campers-even the leaders and spous­ es--could figure out those magic tricks.

I would like to thank all of the leaders of District Two for the fantastic year that you dedicated to our youth. As the new year begins, a special thank you goes to our past youth leaders for a job more than well done. We will miss you as leaders, but as each of you have so generously promised, we will still see some of you.

Thank you Shirley Ashcraft (Cyclone), Judy Pechal, Sharon Hejl and Tammy Pechal (Seaton), and Sharon Holman (Round Rock).

Welcome to our new leaders, Melanie Zavodny (Cyclone), Ginger Greger and Donna Baca (Seaton), and Cindy Gibson and Melanie Noles (Round Rock).

I look forward to working with each of you and know that you will be excellent leaders for our youth.

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Youth Letters Section District Two DYC Extends Best Wishes to SPJS-T Family Dear District Two Members and Vestnik Readers, I would like to wish each of you a Happy New Year. I hope that 1994 will be filled with good health and joy for each of you.

I want to thank everyone who was so kind and thoughtful while] was ill. What a wonderful feeling to be part of the SPJST Family. The many cards that I received from members and lodges from District Two and throughout the state meant so very much. All of your love, concern and prayers put me on the road to recovery. A special thank you to Donna Yanacek and the Taylor Youth Club for all you have done for me. I appreciate you all so much.

District Two Queen Patti Teague and King James Kertis represented our dis­ trict at the annual Temple Christmas

SP,TST's Risin& Stars

Hard work paying offfor Lodge 88 Youth Club member Does hard RIGHT: Darren Havemann work pay off? is an active member It sure does! of the Lodge 88, Just ask Darren Houston Havemann, a Youth Club youth club mem­ ber at Lodge 88, Houston.

Darren is a freshman at Spring High School where he is a member of the spring High School Band.

He is part of the band's "Percussion Pit" section and plays the marimba, xylo­ phone chimes and triangle. The band has put in hundreds of hours learning music for their marching show. Some of the selections that the band performs include Hindemith - 1st Movement of the symphony in B-flat and the 2nd, 3rd and 4th movements of Symphonic Metamorphosis, On November 6, the band competed at Rice University in Houston where they were selected as "Bands of America (B.O.A.) Southwest Regional Champs." They also received "First Division" ratings at the University Interscholastic League (U.l.L.) march­ ing contest.

From November 11-13, the band was in Indianapolis, Indiana to compete in the S.O.A. National Championship.

After an outstanding preliminary core in music and being named Class AAA Champs, the band made it to the finals.

On Saturday night, "The Great Green Marching Machine" achieved the title of National Champs, placing over 65 other high school bands from 20 states.

The Spring High School Band is the first Texas band ever to earn this title.

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Darren, who is a freshman at-Spring High School, was also the First Place winner at the SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Individual Talent Competition held last August. During that performance, he played a marimba selection titled "Sabre Dance."

We here in District Five are very proud of Darren. He gives the best in everything that he does.

Congratulations, Darren and keep up the good work.

Darren is an outstanding example of how hard work pays off. You may want to file away the photo that appears with this write up in your book of mem­ ories-who knows how far he will go?

It is young members like Darren and so many others who make our SPJST Soc:ietyproud. I know I am.

Fraternally submitted by, Marie Stayton, District Five D.Y.C. -SPJST-

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The District Two Skating Party will be held February 13, 1994, from 5:15 until 7:15 p.m. at Skate Haven in Temple. All ages invited to attend.

Holiday Scenes from District Two Appreciation Party

Adeline Kohutek follows the magician's instructions.

The District Two Royaly Court represented SPJST in the Temple Christmas Parade.

Pictured from left, they are: Duchess Laura SpanelWeber, King James Kortis, Queen Patti Teague, and Duke James Kortis.

Skating Party The District Two Skating Party will be held on Sunday, February 13, at Skate Haven in Temple from 5:15 until 7:15 p.m. Look forward to seeing all of you.

All ages are invited.

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, DYC

SPJST-

24, Cyclone Youth Club Planning February Outing Lodge

• DISTRICT TWO LEADERS: Pictured from left: Sharon Holman, Round Rock; Patsy Koslovsky, District Youth Counselor; Karen Bartek, Academy; Donna Vanecek, Taylor; Tammy Pechal, Seaton; Judy Pechal, Seaton; Ruby Bowen, Elgin; Sharon Hejl, Seaton.

Pictured above are the guests who attended the party.

The best was left for last.

Dear Readers, The monthly meeting of the Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club was held on Sunday, January 9, 1994 at 2 p.m. Present were 12 members, one guest, and eight adults.

We were honored to have our District Two Youth Counselor, Patsy Koslovsky, in attendance at our meeting.

We welcomed two new members to our youth club. They are Ashley Veselka, age 9, and Scott Hudson, age 8.

We hope that they will enjoy our club and participate in all activities of the SPJST. On Sunday, February 13, we will have an activity-filled day. We will begin at 2 p.m. with a short meeting at Flag Hall.

We will then have a Valentine's Day party with games, snacks, and fun. Our activities will then proceed to a Temple nursing home where we will deliver Valentines, which we made after our January 9 meeting to patients. After our visit, we will go to Skate Haven in Temple for the District Two Skating party from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. We plan to make this a fun and heart-warming day for all.

The Cyclone Youth Club would like to thank Patsy Koslovsky for attending our meeting and for the homemade cookies and punch that she brought to our January 9 meeting.

On behalf of the youth club members and parents, I would like to thank your former youth Leader, Shirley Ashcraft, for all of her hard work, time, and dedication that she has given to the SPJST and the Cyclone Youth Club in the past three years.

We will truly miss her leadership.

Best wishes, Shirley!

I look froward to serving Lodge 24 as Youth Leader. I will strive to promote the positive aspects of the SPJST youth organization to the utmost of my abilities.

Having been a member of the Cyclone Youth Club for 12 years, I strongly feel that this is perhaps the best organization for the youth in today's somewhat slanted society. I highly encourage suggestions, thOughts, ideas, and questions.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Youth Leader —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club Reports on Christmas Program Dear Members and Readers, "Christmas Comes to Texas" was performed by the members of the Lodge 88 youth club at the lodge's annual Christmas party on Monday, Decmeber 6. Brother Jerry Ermis made opening remarks, followed by the program. The youth club skit was introduced by Youth Club President Corey Gray.

The skit was divided into seven parts, each part reflecting traditions of a different country. Narrators and their countries were: Lindsey Michalek (Native Americans), Laura Farquhar (Mexico), Jason Michalek (Africa), Kristy Sokol (Germany), Karen Bender (Czech Republic), Jeanette Dames (Italy), and Melissa Havemann (Middle East). The actors from the Youth Club were Tamara Williams, Grant Jnak, Chad Barnes, Amanda Fults, Justin Miller, Diana Fults, Lauren Godwin, Natalie Zalesky, Christina Janak, Lisa Farquhar, Crystal Angiloszek, Amanda Godwin, Kristen Bender, Tim Janak, Michael Gray and Nicholas Havemann, Jamie Gray, Rachel Barnes, Krystle Bender, and Cole Vick.

GERMANY - Krystle Bender, Rachel Barnes and Jamie Gray are pictured, waiting for the arrival of Saint Nick.

The program closing was introduced

by Amanda Havemann. Mrs. Linney, youth leader, was presented with a live Norfolk pine tree whcih was decorated with traitional trimmings that reflected pat of the customs from the even countreis. Mrs. Bender, assistant youth leader, was presented with a beautiful poinsettia from the youth for directing the program.

DYC Marie Stayton was presented a box of candy. We all thanked the youth for our gifts. The Lodge 88 Coral Group then joined the Youth CLub and audience in singing "Joy to the World" and other Christmas carols.

I would like to thank Naomi Spencer for playng the piano and Tim Kostom for letting the Youth Club use the Dramatic Club scenery. Both of these elements

12/VESTNiK—Wednesday, January 26, 1994 AFRICA - Amanda Fults, Kristen Bende, Lisa Farquhar, Crystal Angiloszek, and Amanda Godwin watch as Nicholas Havemann.

Michael Gray and Tim Janak do their chores.

MEXICO - Lauren Godwin, Natalie Zalesky, Grant Janak, Diana Fults and Christina Janak perform traditions of the Mexican people. added greatly to our prgram. Darren Havemann performed Christmas carols on his xylophone between scense.

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Introduces New Members The Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club is proud to introduce two new members: Ashley Dawn Veselka and Scott Hudson.

Ashley Dawn Veselka, age 9, is the daughter of Freddie and Debbie Veselka. Her interests include ballet, tap, and jazz dancing, basketball, stamp collecting and crafts.

Ashley is in the fourth grade and attends • Robinson Elementary School. She is also active in Camp Fire, the Robinson Youth Basketball League and Angela's Dance Company.

Scott Ryan Hudson, age 8, is the son of Carroll and Faye Hudson. His interests include sports of all kind, drawing and art, baseball card collecting and skating.

Scott is in the third grade at Robinson Elementary School.

He is also active in the Robinson Youth Basketball League and the Woodway Family Center Youth Sports Program.

—SPJ ST--

Lc dge 29, Taylor Youth Club Reports on January Meeting The January meeting of the Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club was held on Sunday,

Scenes from District Six Field Day at Space Center Houston

The curtains and props could not have been handled any smoother without the help of Michael Williams and Darrell Havemann. Also, thank you to Willie Wehring for working the sound system.

At the conclusion of the program, Santa Claus made an unscheduled appearance and broght gifts and bags of goodies to everyone who came. We also enjoyed a large buffet of sandwiches, chips, dips and Christmas desserts.

On behalf of the youth members and leaders, we would like to thank the parents, grandparents and lodge members for attending our prgram and we look forward to another production in 1994.

Fraternally, Jeanette Bender, Assistant Youth Leader SPJST-

Lodge 30 members Kyle Kaspar, Chet Dluhos and Chad Dorotik pose with astronaut display at the Space Center.

District Six youth pictured in front of United States space vehicles.

Youth and adults a wait for film to begin at Space Center theater.

the 9th. The meeting was called to order

by President Jason Cervenka. The Pledge was led by Tracy Machu.

There were 14 members present and no visitors.

Old business discussed was the lock-in planned at the lodge. It will be on Friday, January 21, from 9 p.m. until 9 a.m., Saturday. All families participating are asked to bring a two-liter bottle of soda water. We hope to have a good turnout.

Our next meeting will be held February 13th at 5 p.m. at the lodge. All members are encouraged to attend.

Fraternally, Whitney Kolinek (13) Reporter (1-18-94)

Craig Dornak, president of the Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club, sets a record on the MMU trainer station at Space Center Houston at NASA.

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40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Club Reports on January Meeting Lodge

The January 4, 1993 meeting of the Lodge 40 Youth Club was called to order

by Martha Bartos. Sharon Borak led the Pledge of Allegiance. There were four members present. We had four guests who were Valerie and Crystal Roye, Mrs. Roye, and Joni Lange.

The secretary's report was read and approved as read. Sharon Borak collected dues. New business covered the Tshirt contest. The deadline is January 31st.

Poems were read and door prizes were awarded. After the meeting, we played cards and Sharon Borak served refreshments.

The next meeting will be February 3rd at 7 p.m. in the Commercial State Bank Gold Room.

Submitted by, Sharon Borak (1-19-94) —SPJST-

Nicholas Vahalik of Lodge 4, Hallettsville, participates in a demonstration after being selected from the audience. 111

District Six youth enjoy the Space Center play ground before departing for home.

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Obeas se to i podafilo - viz firmy: HELA velkoobchod drogerie pana Ticheho z Ovear, pozdeji pan Spaeek z Kolina, pan Kueera, firma KONSTAV. Sponzorsky se vicemene pravidelne podili na taneenich odpolednich i Vaclav Veleba, majitel zharadnictvi Plaiiany a prodejny Orchidea v Koline, ktery doclava. na Zameckou sve krasne kvetiny.

-CesOm elenem klubu se stal k velke radosti vgech elent nestor Ceske dechovky pan Jindfich Praveeek.

Zastupci klubu a hudby jej nav glivili a pfedali mu diplom eestneho elenstvi osobne. Pan Praveeek popfal klubu vge nejlepgi.

-Klub dostal nabidku nakladatelstvi pro diskofily Albis International Usti nad Labem k objednani archivnich mg kazet nahravek Kmochovy hudby za fizeni Fr. Kmocha. Bylo objednano 30 kazet.

-V bfeznu 1993 zemfel eestO elen klubu pan Pavlik z Caslavi. Pohfbu se zdeastnili elenove vS7boru klubu. Dalgi ktere zasahlo do 2ivota klubu i hudby, bylo nahle Umrti aktivniho hudebnika Josefa Slechty. test jejich pamatce.

-Zaeatkem dubna zasahla smrt pfimo qbor KPKH. Jeden z nejaktivnejgich elenu qboru - Ing. Otakar Bachel zemfel nasilnou smrti. Jeho odchodem vznikla klubu citelna ztrata, z ktere se dosud nevzpamatoval. Samozfejrne, 2'e byl vypraven autobu na pohfeb na Moravu. Vzpominky na Otakara nas vgechny provazejf pfedevgfm taneenich odpolednich na Zamecke, ktera prove on pomahal pravidelne obetave organizovat.

Da1§1 oprava.

Prosim vezmete na vedomi opravu 4 chyb v elanku Marie L. Janda'ekova (1913-1974), vyti gtenem v eeske easti SPJST Vestniku z 12. ledna 1994.

Prvni z chyb je v tfetim paragrafu, kde melo byt (Ceskoslovenske spolky v Americe). Druha chyba je v druhem odstavci v sedmem fadku zezhora, kde melo 137t "v tidolf" namisto v Tfeti chyba je ve dvanactem fadku od konce elanku, kde melo byt "v Ciceru" misto "v Ciceru." Ctvrta chyba je v patem fadku od konce elanku, kde melo byt — venuji techto par fadkt misto venuje techto par f adkU. Omiouvam se autorovi Johnu J. Karasovi z Houstonu.

—Redaktor.

-Od jara zaeala intenzivni pfiprava vyboru na Kmochum Kohn, kterr sice klub nepotada, ale pfi jeho organizaci se realizuji i klubove akce. Pfedevgirn se opet uskutee'nila pfatelska navgteva eleml Spoleenosti Franti gka Kmocha se sfdlem v Anglii. Tentokrat se vSrbor postaral nejen o hosty, ale i ozhotoveni pametni deky ke hrobu Frantigka Kmocha, kterou Spoleenost v Koline objednala a jeji elenove osobne donesli pfi pietnim aktu u hronu Fr. Kmocha na misto. Deska bude navidy pfipominat Uctu cizich statnich prislusnikn sdruk'ench ye Spoleenosti Frantigka Kmocha k tomuto velkemu eeskemu muzikantovi a pfatelstvi mezi eleny spoleenosti a nagim klubem Krome navgtevy hosti organizoval klub i prodej suvenSTrii tSTkajicich se Kmochovy hudby.

-Jeden z elenn. Spoleenosti Fr. Kmocha se sidlem v Anglii, pan Arnessen ze Svedska, venoval klubu eastku 4 000, Ke na Kmochilv Kohn.

-Z rozhodnuti vSrboru Kmochovy hudby se zahranienich zajezdil hudby v roce 1993 zdeastnili i elenove KPKH. V Nemecku a Sqcarsku byl pfedseda klubu V. Kubieek a sponzor KH V. Veleba, na zajezd do USA a Kanady byla vybrana H. Zrustova. Vgichni dspegne propagovali Klub pfatel Kmochovy hudby a ziskavali nove eleny a kontakty.

-Od posviceni 1993 v srpnu bylo obnoveno po prazdninach pofaclani taneenich zabav na Zamecke. Diky sponzorAm (jak jiz bylo uvedeno) se podafilo pokr*t naklady spojene s jejich pofaclanim.

-1,11 na Kmochove Koline navizal klub dalgi druibu - s Klubem pfatel Koletovy dochovky ze Rtyne v Podkrkonogi. Vzajemna spoluprace bude jiste 1.7 rhodna. pro oba kluby.

A co klub chysta v budoucnosti -Taneeni odpoledne na Zamecke 21.11. , 5.12. (Mikulagska).

-Prvni kluboq SILVESTR na Zamecke - 31.12.1993 od 20,00 hod.

Hraje MDO J. Materny. Vstupne 40, KC. Pfedprodej vstupenek k eislovanSrm stolum bude 5.12. na Mikulagskem taneenim odpoledni na Zamecke. Srdeene jsou zvani vgichni elenove i jejich znami a pfibuzni!! reprezentaeni ples Klubu pfatel Kmochovy hudby (tentokrat usi samostatnST, bez deasti Sokola Kolin na pc:41am) se kond 12.tinora 1994 v Mestskem spoleeenskem dome v Koline (drive Kulturni dun). Piedprodej bude organizovan na Zamecke pfi taneenich odpolednfch a .pravdepodobne v kancelafi Mestskeho spoleeenskeho domu od zaeatku pfigtfho kalendafnfho roku.

-V prosinci 1993 vzpomeneme vSToei jednoho z kapelnikti Kmochovy hudby - J. VostrCila. Klub se chysta vydat k tomuto qrai vzpominkovou tiskovinu, uveujeme o promitnuti filmu.

-Vzhledem k tomu, ze byla obnovena spoluprace KPKH s agenturou pana BernEka, kterY organizuje vystoupeni nemeckYch orchestra v Cechach, uskuteeni se 8.4.1994 v Mestskem divadle v Koline spoleenY koncert Kmochovy hudby s nemeckYm dechoqm orchestrem.

Me'stski hudba Frantigka Kmocha v roce 1993: (Podklady ze zpravy organizaenfho vedouciho MhFK Milo ge Glose) Rok 1993 zahajila hudba natdeenim televizniho pofadu v CT Ostrava, ktere se konalo 14.ledna.

6.bfezna byla maid dechovka pfizvana k natdeeni jedne ze seen eeskeho filmu Konec basniku v Cechach.

30.dubna - 2.kvetna se uskuteenil zajezd hudby do nemeckeho mesta Gransee, kde hudba deinkovala na oslavach Svatodu gnich svatku.

3. - 21.kvetna absolvovala Mestska. hudba Franti g ka Kmocha dalgi zajezd -do nemeckeho Wilburgstettenu, kterr je dalgim z mest s nima navazali kontakt pfedstaviele Kolina. Spoleene s MhFK se zde pfedstavila i taneeni skupina Srdieko, vedend elenkou KPKH Jarmilou Pavliekovou. Krome Nemecka nav gtivila v ramci tohoto zajezdu hudba i S .qcarsko, kde navazala drunu s dechov3im orchestrem z Witenbachu.

44.kvetna - hned po pfijezdu, deinkovala hudba v Koline na oslavach qroei bardenicke obce Stare Cieovice.

4.Cervna hrala hudba v Chlumci nad Cidlinou pfi vS7roei tamni mladdnicke dechovky.

Kmochnv Kolin - 31.roenik - byl letos naplanovan na 11. - 13.eervna.Na nem se jako vIcly hudba m.j. pfedstavila na Veen' s Frantigkem Kmochem spolu s Velkym dechoqm orchestrem es. po gt a telekomunikaci.

Vyvrcholenim snad mono ffci celkove zajezdove Cinnosti Kmochovy hudby byla eervnova cesta do Kanady a Ameriky. Vybrand Cast hudby (poeet byl pofadateli pfisne ureen) s doprovodem (starosta me ga, feditel generalniho sponzora KH Ekoagrobanky, zastupce KPKH a kameraman) odletela z prasiskeho letigte 19.6. do kanadskeho Toronta a vratila se 29.6. z americkeho Chicaga.

Zajezd se uskuteenil na pozvani bSrvalSich krajanit na oslavy eeskeho a slovenskeho dne v Torontu a sokolskST slet v Chicagu. Klub pfatel Kmochovy hudby pfispel hudbe na tento zajezd eastkou 50 000, - KC, ziskanou z e'lenskS7ch pfispevku zahranienich Menu, darn zahranienich pratel Kmochovy hudby a klubu a z prostfedkn, ktere klub dostal za Uspegne organizovani vystoupeni americke skupiny z Westwindu pied dvema lety.

3.7. natoCila Mestska hudba Frantigka Kmocha zvukovy zaznam pro televizni nataeni v Ostrave v rozhlasovem studiu v Hradci Kralove.

Po prazdninach, 18.zaf I tieinkovala hudba na turnaji v kopand v Koline na hfigti AFK. 24.zafi se v televiznim studiu v Ostrave uskutanilo dal gi nata6eni pofadu s Kmochovou hudbou. Bude vysilano 18.listopadu na CT 2 jako Pfsnieky na listopad. Krome KH ileinkuji Josef Kobr a Josef Vetrovec.

19. - 13.1-ljna navStivila hudba holandske spilatelene mesto De Ronde Venen pfi pfilezitosti otevfeni nove budovy radnice.

V listopadu 6l eka hudbu vystoupeni pro Ekoagrobanku, ktera se stala generalnina sponzorem MhFK, v Usti nad Labem, kde je jeji centralni sidlo.

ledna 1994

Krome velkeho dechoveho orchestru ma hudba 2 male orchestry, jejich vedoucimi jsou Milo g Glos a Josef Materna. Krome neinkovani na rfiznjrch plesech a taneenich zabavach se tyto male dechove orchestry (MDO) prezentovaly na samostatnch koncertech (napflklad v Podebradech), na zajezdech do ciziny a samolfejme na taneenich odpolednich na Zamecke, kde mail sve nej girgi pole pUsobnosti.

Perspektivy: Mestske hudby Frantigka Kmocha v roce 1994: Zajezd do Francie, dalgi natdeeni televiziliho pofadu v CT Ostrava, koncerty na Kmochove °strove v Koline atd.

Pozva.ni: 9. prosince 1993 se uskuteeni v Mestskem dovadle v Koline Vanoeni koncert Mestske hudby Frantigka Kmocha. Zaeatek je v 19, 00 hodin a krome MhFK budou deinkovat i pohybova skupina Srdieko a Detsk peveclq sbor ZUS Kolin. Vstupne 15, —SPJST-

Learn Czech With Us 21st lesson. Model Verbs.

Nav§teva. Zitra nas pfijede navgtivit str3'rc Frankti gek. Musime proto na jeho nav gtevu v gechno pfipravit.

Maminka a sestra budou odpoledne uklizet. Ai uklidi ce17 byt, plijdou nakupovat. Maminka koupi maso, zeleninu, lahvove pivo a je gte jine veci.

Ve es er chce upect kol ge a drult.y den uvafit oblibene Ceske jidlo: veptovou peeeni, knedlik a zeli. Tatinek a ja pojedeme rano na leti gte, kde budeme chvili Cekat na letadlo. M letadlo pfileti, budeme hledat st*e Frantigka.

Srdeene ho pfivitame, vezmeme jeho zavazadla a zavolame si taxi. Al pfijedeme dome, ukaieme strci jeho pokoj, dame tam jeho zavazadla a za chvili ji1 maminka pfinese jidlo na a budeme obedvat. Po obecle pitjdeme vgichni spoleene do mesta, kde se budeme prochazet a ukazovat strci stare pamatky. Veeer si poslechneme dechovou hudbu, ktera bude hrat v jedne praiske zahrade. Po koncerte piijdeme na pivo. Vypijeme kaiciST dve nebo tfi piva a pak se vratime domit.

VOCABULARY: nav gtivit, pf. — to visit, strSrc, m. — uncle (strci dat. sg .

— to uncle), Franti gek — Frank, pfipravit, pf. — prepare, uklizet, impf., uklidit, pf. — tidy up, jdu nakupovat, impf. — I go shopping, lahvove pivo — bottled beer, jegte (neco) — (something) more, else, pect, peeu, impf., upect, pf. — to bake, kolae — cake, oblibe0 — popular. jidlo — dish, meal, vepfovS7, adj. — pork, peeene, f. — roast meat, knedlik — dumpling, zeli — cabbage, leti gte, n — airport, letadlo — airplane, srdeZni — warmly, cordially, vitat, impf. pfivftat, pf. — to welcome, az — whet (in the future only), volat, impf. zavolat, pf. — to call, ukazat, pf. ukazovat, impf. — to show, obedva — impf., — to have (eat) lunch spoleene, adv. — together, collective13. do — in, pamatka — (historical monument, poslechnout si, pf. — t listen to, dechova hudba — bras band, zahrada — garden, vra.tit se, p' — to return, come back.

14/VESTNIK-26. ledna 1994

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

Kam jdete?— Where are you going?

Zak neni doma— The pupil is not at home.

Mam hlad.— I am hungry.

Co je to?— What is that?

Co je toto?— What is this?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pohadka Prot maminko, se chveje ta bfiza bild?

Posloucha, co si ptaci povidaji.

Co, matko, si ptaci povidaji?

Jak pod veeerem je vila postraila.

A jak je vila postragila?

Honila bilou holubieku v haji.

Byla by se ji v tuni utopila.

Jak by se ji v tuni utopila?

Chtela tam zobnout hvezdu spadlou z nebe.

Zdal, matieko, tu hvezdu vylovila?

To nevim, dite— ale kdy zas k lici ta vila tiskla bilou holubici, tu zlibala ji tak, jak ted' ja tebe!

J.V. Sladek —SPJST-

1. Model verbs: muset, smet, nloci/moct, mit, chtit -ime, -ite, -ieji: I must, I musim, have to nemusim: I need not, I do not have to snim, -1, -ite, -eji: I may, I am allowed to nesmim: I must not, I am not allowed to mulu/mohu: mutes, -e, -eme, -ete, miiou/mohou: I can, I am able to Wm: I am to, I should, I am expected to, I ought to

znat — znam, -8, -a, -ame, -ate, -aji: to know (something or somebody) The verb veal should be followed by a clause, the verb umet by an infinitive and the verb znat by a noun or pronouns Observe: Nevim, kdy zaeind kino. Nevi, co Mat. Nevim, proe tam mam jit. Nevime, kdo je to. Nevim, kterou knihu si vezmu. Umim hrat na kytaru ( = play the guitar). Urni dobfe vafit. Je§te neumi Gist ( = not yet). Urni dobfe mluvit eesky. Znam Prahu. Tu pani nezname. Neznam cestu (I do not know the way).

chci, -8, -e, -eme, -ete, chteji: I want 2. Few more problem verbs: jist jim, -ime, -ite, jedi: to eat vedet — vim, 1, -ime, -ite, vedi: to know (that...) umet — umim, -ime, -ite, umeji: to know (how to do)

Klub Kontinental Summer Tour to Commermorate Normandy Invastion June 6, 1994 marks the 50th anniver- shorter hours due to their inexperience in sary of the historic Normandy Invasion management. The daily supply of meats, and the beginning of the end for Hitler's vegetables, fruits and poultry are abunNazi Empire in Europe. Thousands of dant, and although prices are somewhat American men and women were there, expensive for the local consumer, they are thus helping to change the course of his- well withing the pocketbook range for the American visitor. tory for the entire world.

The summer tour will also include a To honor this event and these heroic Americans, Klub Kontinental is offering journey into the heart of beautiful a 22-day tour, departing from Houston on Moravia, in the Beskydy Mountains.

Thursday, June 2 to London and return- Based in Frenstat, where travelers will ing from Vienna on June 23, 1994. Three have a chance to soak in the beautiful nights will be spent in London and three countryside and culture.

Fully escorted by Rudy Klecka, who nights in the Devon area of southern England will give the group time to visit has 27 years of travel experience, the tour Exeter, Torbay, Plymouth, and will provide experienced local guides Southampton—the historic region where throughout the itinerary wherever needed, more than one million U.S. military per- fee furnished. Space is limited and those sonnel were staged. It is a photographer's who are interested are encouraged to paradise, with many subjects of historical book reservations now and take advaninterest. The tour will also cover points tage of low group airfares.

For more information on how to take of interest in France, Belgium, Germany, advantage of the Golden Anniversary "Dand the Czech Republic.

A recent issue of National Geographic Day Tour" of Europe, please refer to the magazine described Prague as "beginning advertisement that appears to the right of to reclaim its place as the cultural center this column.

--SPJSTof Europe." Tour participants will spend three nights there, enjoying the beauty of this "jewel" among cities.

The Charles Bridge in Prague, with its famous statues, provides wonderful photographic opportunities in the early morning hours with the sun to your back, and before the many visitors and vendors begin to crowd this historic masterpiece.

As yOu browse and shop, you will find most stores—including antique shops, restaurants, and wine cellars—are open daily, although most restaurants have

SPECIAL D-DAY ANNIVERSARY TOUR "Honoring the 50th Anniversary of World War'II D-Day" June 2 to June 23, 1994 22 Days • England • France • Belgium • Germany • Czech Republic • Vienna

Book Early • Seats Limited Escorted by Rudy Klecka

Write or call: Klub Kontinental Rudy and Henrietta Klecka P.O. Box 28 East Bernard, Texas 77435 Business Phone: (409) 335-4456 Residence Phone: (409) 335-4471 September/October Fall Tour of Czech Republic-Please Inquire

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SPJST LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Sunday, February 13, 1994 Dinner - 11:00 a.m.

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Baked Chicken with All the Trimmings Coffee or Tea Included Adults: $4 • Children: $2.50

Birthday Sisters Home-Baked Pastries

Entertainment SPJST Concert Orchestra • Lodge 88 Choral Group 2:00 p.m. - Bingo 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. - FREE DANCE with music by

LEE ROY MATOCHA

Wednesday, January 26, 1994—VESTNiK/ 5

LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND Sunday, February 6—Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 28—American Legion, 7 p.m.

SPJST CALENDAR

(Game night every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-1395-8: AL-00061-9887-0) LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE Sunday, February 20—Lodge Meeting (Includes noon luncheon, followed by business meeting at 1 p.m.)

FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, January 28—Social Night Friday, February 4—Social Night Sunday, Feb.—Lodge No. 6 Meeting, 1 p.m.

Friday, February 11—Youth Club Valentine Party Tuesday, February 15—Cottonwood Water Supply Annual Meeting, 7 p.m.

Friday, February 18—Social Night Sunday, February 20—Bridal Shower Friday, February 25—Social Night For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (817) 826-5863. *** LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK (Local lodge meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Sunday, Feb. 13—Private Dance Club, 6 p.m.

Monday, February 14—Lodge Meeting, 6 p.m.

Saturday, March 5—Straight Dominoes Tournament Sunday, March 13—Private Dance Club Monday, March 14—Lodge Meeting, 6 p.m.

Thursday, March 17—Dance with music by Don Peachey of Burnett, Wisconsin, 7:30 11:30 p.m.

(Local lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. For hall rental and dance information, call Audrey McCall at (817) 593-2321.)

LODGE NO. 17, NEW TABOR Local lodge meetings are held on the first Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of every month at 3 p.m.)

LODGE NO 18, ELGIN Sunday, January 30—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six Plus Two; 3-7 p.m.

Sunday, February 13—Tony Janak, 3-7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 19—King of Swing, 8-12 p.m.

Sunday, February 20—Jodie Mikula, 2-6 p.m.

Sunday, February 27—Leroy Rybank's Swinging Orchestra, 3-7 p.m.

(For rentals and reservations, call Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534. Band Bookings: Allis Monson at (512) 281-3711. Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 until 12:30. Lodge meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise stated.) ***

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Monday, February 7—Adult Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

Sunday, February 13—Youth Club Meeting Saturday, February 19—Youth Dance Saturday, March 19—Youth 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. ***

LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS (Local lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. The Youth Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. For reservations or hall rentals, call Alicia Honza at (214) 875-8359 or Linda Trojacek at (214) 875-6321.) ***

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Saturday, January 29—Eloy Dominguez "Sweet 16" Sunday, Jan. 30—Super Bowl Party and 'Prize Drawing. Check TV listings for game time.

Saturday , February 19—SPJST State Tarok Tournament 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. To reserve hall, please contact Melvin Steger at 365-6564.

LODGE NO. 32, VICTORIA Wednesday, February 9—Monthly meeting, Victoria Electric Cooperative, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, February 13—Polka-Waltz Fest, Inez Hall *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK Sunday, February 13—Lodge meeting, 3 p.m. at Elk Hall.

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

LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, January 29—The Texans (C/W) Saturday, February 5—King of Swing from Taylor Sunday, February 6—Lodge and Youth Club Meetings, 2 p.m.

Saturday, February 12—Valentine Dance (Door Prize) Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six Plus Two Friday, February 18—Family Night; Hamburgers and french fries at 6:30 p.m.

Practice time for tarok, straight and "42" dominoes before tournaments.

Saturday, February 19—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Monday, February 21—Board Of Trustees Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, February 26—Lee Roy Matocha Orechestra (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 information about hall bookings, please call Ann Hejl (817) 983-3491, weekdays or (817) 985-2548, on the hall phone on Saturdays.) ***

LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA Wednesday, February 2—Quarterly Lodge Meeting; 7 p.m. at Lodge Hall Friday, February 18—Game Social; 5 p.m. at Lodge Hall Friday, March 18—Game Social; 5 p.m. at Lodge Hall Saturday, March 20 Czech Heritage Society Meeting at SPJST Hall at 2:30 p.m.

Game socials areevery third Friday night of each month at the Lodge Hall. Lodge quarterly meetings are the first Wednesday night at 7 p.m. of February, May, August and November at the Lodge Hall. ***

LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, January 29—Billy Roy and Crosswind Saturday, February 5—Private Wedding Saturday, February 12—Cherokee Rose Friday, February 18—Cherokee Rose Saturday, February 19—Dakota Saturday, February 26—Private Wedding Game nights (Taroky, dominoes, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Members, please bring snacks.

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. 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.)

(Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month. There is a luncheon at noon, followed by the business meeting at 1 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Monday, February 7—Czech Culture group at Lodge 84, hosted by Lodge 130.

Saturday, February 5—Dance with music by the Kovanda Band Monday, February 21—Lodge Meeting Saturday, March 19—Dance with music by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six Saturday, March 5—Dance with music by Henry Rejcek's Polka Band ***

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Friday, January 28—Buddy Kirk; Big Band Sound; Dress Code; $8.50 per person Saturday, January 29—Vrazels; Polka Time; $6 per person Friday, February 4—Texas Brew, C/W; $5 per person Saturday, February 5—Jack Melick, "The Piano Man," Dress Code, Big Band Music, $10 per person Saturday, February 12—Bobby Lane from Nebraska; Valentine Dance; Big Band Music; Dress Code, $10 per person (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).

For reservations, call (713) 869-5767.

LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, Jan. 30-CANCELLED -- Please note there will be no Super Bowl Dance.

Saturday, February 12—Youth Club Valentine Dance, Country Boys of Ennis, 8-12 p.m.

Sunday, March 20—Dance; Music by Don Peachey of Burnett, Wisconsin, 3-7 p.m.

(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 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, February 13—Lodge Meeting Sunday, March 6—Lodge Meeting (Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 161, LA PARITA JOURDANTON Sunday, March 13—Quareterly Lodge Meeting at 11:45 a.m. at the Jourdanton Civic Center in Jourdanton. RSVP to Tillie Koch by February 28, 1994. Call (210) 569-5627. ***

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Sunday, February 13—Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m.

Saturday, Februay 19—Country-western dance with music by the Country Junction Band. ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Wednesday, January 26—Lodge Meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 29—River Road Boys (C/W) Saturday, February 5—Sugar Creek (C/W) Saturday, Feb. 12—Hayslip Brothers (CW)

Saturday, February 19—Due West (C/W) Saturday, February 26—Heart of Texas (C/W) (Executive members and Board of Trustees meet every second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 175, ROSENBERG Tuesday, March 8—Quarterly Lodge Meeting at 7 p.m. at the George Memorial Library in Richmond.

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, January 29—Backroads Saturday, February 5—Loaded Dice Saturday, February 12—Backroads Saturday, February 19—Firecreek Saturday, February 26—Reckless Saturday, March 5—Loaded Dice Saturday, March 12—Backroads Saturday, March 19—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 month at the VFW Post, 4002, Longview.) ***

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, January 29—Mountain Creek Saturday, February 5—Mountain Junction Saturday, February 12—Texas Fever Saturday, February 19—Cross Fire Saturday, February 26—Treadin' Water (All Saturday night dances are from 8:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. Lodge membership monthly meetings are the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 183, MID-CITIES (Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538, (817) 4608056, or (817) 468-4611.) ***

LODGE NO. 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Thursday, February 17—Lodge 185 meeting at the Bavarian Village, beginning at 8 p.m. *** LODGE NO.186, CALDWELL (Lodge meetings are on the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m.; Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002). ***

LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Friday, January 28—Frontier Saturday, January 29—Texas Fever Friday, February 4—Peoples Choice Saturday, February 5—Lonesome Dove Friday, February 11—Debonaires Saturday, February 12—Texas Unlimited Friday, February 18—Lonesome Dove Saturday, February 19—People's Choice Friday, February 25—Texas Fever Satruday, Febraury 26—Debonaires (Private party room available. For more information, call Albert at 255-8157.) ***

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE (Game times: Sunday, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; lodge monthly meetings on the first Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 191, LUFKIN Wednesday, January 26—Cloggers Thursday, January 27—Square Dance Practice Friday, January 28—Polka Club Saturday, January 29—C/W Dance with Marvis Johnson Monday, January 31—Square Dance Lessons Tuesday, February 1—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 196, HOUSTON Sunday, January 30—Lodge Meeting at Katy VFW Hall, 2 p.m. Members, please bring covered dish vegetable or salad. Meat and beverage will be provided by the lodge.

—SPJST-

16/VESTNiK—Wednesday, January 26, 1994

DID YOU KNOW?

You're the Boss.

It's true. When you're a member of a fraternal benefit society, you have an important voice in its operations.

In a very real sense, you own the fraternal and operate it through its elected board of directors..

That's the fraternal way of doing business.

Working as organizations of members. Members who both provide and receive benefits.

From the headquarters of the National Fraternal Congress of America — to

the fraternal lodges in your home town. Your concerns are heard. Your needs are met.

It may be through insurance benefits. Or any of the other social, cultural, charitable and educational benefits. All are shaped around the needs of you and those around you.

So the 10 million people who belong to the 100 societies of the NFCA aren't just members of fraternals.

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SPIST

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