Vestnik 1994 03 30

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF FRATERNALISTS"

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

VESTNIK SPJST Herald

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

BENEVOLENCE

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 March 30, 1994 ISSN-07458800 VOLUME 82 NUMBER 13

The real winners are the members.. .

SPJST salutes February Running Back Club Here is the great news announcing the top producers of our sales force for February. We are very happy that 17 sales representatives have qualified for the "winning team" that we call the "Running Back Club." Congratulations to each of these outstanding sales representatives.

At the end of March, the tempo will really pick up as we get into the quarterly recognition program entitled the "Quarterback Club." Who will achieve the production to qualify them for a "First Down, Second Down or ;.

Touchdowl:? .. This new r

program has increased the team competitive spirit of our sales force. It was approved by the Supreme Lodge at the recommendation of past Vice President Bernie Gebala. The program is a great idea.

The year-to-date production figures indicate that 183 applications have been written this year. The real winners are the 183 individuals who were served by our sales force. These 183 individuals have been the benefactors of the training, expertise and professionalism of our sales force in meeting their needs. mard to working with our

sales force. I appreciate the professionalism and dedication of the outstanding members who make up our sales force.

They are a great team and have your interest at heart. They will assist you with your insurance needs and they will do it with pride and a sense of accomplishment.

Fraternally,

Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Vice President —SPJST-

Superstars'

The Lodge Incentive Program for 1993 proved to be a stimulus for sales as it involved the local lodge members and the sales representative as a team. Each had a common purpose—to obtain new members for the local lodge.

Last year our SPJST sales representatives, wrote a total of 1,452 insurance applications and more than $35 million dollars of insurance. This represented a significant increase of 299 insurance applications and more than $9 million in insurance sold during the previous year.

Many of the SPJST sales representatives who helped to build SPJST membership in 1993 received their due recognition at the Incentive Awards Dinner held Saturday, March 12, 1994 at Lodge 24, Cyclone.

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Six Insurance Applications Written

Charles Garrett 97 - Placed()

Sales reps honored at SPJST Incentive Awards Presentation

Four Insurance Applications Written

Evelyn Mikeska Henry Breitkreutz, Sr. 196 -Houston West 35 - Elk

* Team Players' Circle

Sidon Tumis 142 - Houston

Susan Hoelscher 151 - Wharton

Two Insurance Applications Written

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Beverly Howie

Susan Skrabanek 17 - New Tabor

188 - Centerville

Ladis Navratil 87 - Temple

Deann Beckendorf 182 - Marlin

Martha Broz 160 - San Angelo

Pauline Bayer 107 - Floresville

June Smesny 91 - Crosby

Annimae Merta

30 - Taiton

Freddie Kaluza

54 - West

Angeline Stiborek 183 - Arlington

Wiley Shockley Ray Pilgrim 40 - El Campo/Hillje 160 - San Angelo

"For their e orts, the top 24 producers in 1993 accounted for 68 percent of the total production based on earned premium."

Pages 10 through 12 of this week's Vestnik pictures those sales representatives in attendance who successfully completed the Insurance Department's "Quick-Start II" insurance sales and marketing program. A complete listing of the 126 Quick Start II participants appeared in Vice President Bernie Gebala's annual report in the March 9 issue of the Vestnik.

In addition to recognizing the Quick Start II graduates, sales representatives also received recognition for having achieved a number of sales incentive awards that were offered through the SPJST Insurance Department.

For their efforts, the top 24 producers in 1993 accounted for 68 percent of the total production based on earned premium. For their efforts, they received Las Vegas vacation trips. A listing of these award winners and others begins on page 10 of this issue.

(Continued on page 12)

2/VESTNIK-Wednesday. March 30. 1994

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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OFFICERS HOWARD LESHIKAR PRESIDENT Office Phone: (817) 773-1575 Home Phone: (817) 771-1359

LEONARD MIKESKA VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (817) 773-1575 Home Phone: (817) 778-3720

JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (817) 773-1575 Home Phone: (817) 773-2950

SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (817) 778-5228 P.O. Box 5119 Temple, Texas 76505

DIRECTORS ANDREW VAVRA DISTRICT I Home Phone: (409) 272-8043 Rt. 2, Box 37, Caldwell, TX 77836

WILLIE E. KOHUTEK DISTRICT II Home Phone: (817) 593-4115 Rt. 2, Box 320, Buckholts, TX 76518

CYRILL (SID) POKLADNIK DISTRICT III 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: (512) 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, TX 77904

BOB BAYER DISTRICT VII 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 H - 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 1, BOX 87-B, COUPLAND, TX 78615 - (512) 352-2000 DISTRICT III - JOHNNIE KRIZAN, SCTY., ROUTE 2, WEST, TX, 76691 DISTRICT IV - ERNEST KRISTINEK, JR., 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 - LAD'S NAVRATIL, I 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) 653-8045.

DISTRICT V - HELEN H EG WOOD, 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 LANCE, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (817) 773-1575 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

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SPJST Museum is a "Must See Czechs in Texas With increasing frequency, visitors from the Czech Republic are making their way to Texas. Many are exchange students, here to enrich their understanding of the United States, its language and its people. Others, like the group from the Wallachian open-air Museum that toured Texas last year, come to share with us the traditional folk music and regional customs of times past. Whatever their reason for being here, many of the travelers eventually find their way to the SPJST Home Office in Temple. The SPJST Museum continues to be a popular "must see" for many of those taking the "deluxe tour" of Texas.

How do you get the deluxe tour?

Well, one good way is to link up with Sister Willa Mae Cervenka, a member of Lodge 54, West.

For several years, Sister Willa Mae, who is active in Czech cultural activities, has made the SPJST Museum a featured stop for the visitors she regularly receives from the Czech Republic.

Most recently, she accompanied Sister Eva Strnadlova of Frenstat, Czech Republic for a tour of the museum. Sister Strnadlova, who teaches Czech and German in the Czech Republic, will be in Texas through April. One of the reasons for her visit is to meet with Texans of Czech descent and chronicle the experiences of early immigrants and life in their communities.

Eva is the wife of Drahomir Strnadel, mayor of the town of Trojanovice and a Czech historian,who, in 1992, published an informative text, Tam za morem je Amerika (There, across the ocean, is America) that explored the Texas-Frenstat connection. With her permission, the Vestnik will be running a section of this work in the Czech language section. A corresponding version, in English, will be made available for readers at a later date.

In exchange for her kind gesture, Sister Strnadlova requested that the Vestnik help spread the word about an exciting learning opportunity that will be taking place in Frenstat this summer.

From June 20, 1994 until July 1, 1994, the open-air museum in Frenstat will offer visitors the chance to observe, firsthand, a range of demonstrations and attend classes dealing with various aspects of Czech language and culture.

There will be no charge for participating-meals included--and it is not essential that those enrolling attend every class.

What is important, however, is that you let them know you are coming. If you, or someone you know, is planning to be in the Frenstat and would like to take advantage of the free classes, or would like more information, please contact: Drahomir Stmadel Trojanovice 454 74401 Frenstat, p.R. Czech Republic or call him at 01142 / 6565-6511 or 01142 / 6565-5021.

District Two Spring Meeting Lodge 47, Seaton hosted the the District Two Spring meeting on March 13. Both Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas and District Two Director Willie Kohutek addressed the assembly, providing those in attendance with an overview of 1993 financial highlights. There was also information presented regarding the recent appointment of Brother Leonard Mikeska to the Vice President's position.

Attendance was down somewhat from last year-most likely due to the Lodge Officers' Workshop and Incentive Awards Dinner the previous day. Even at that, the good folks at Lodge 47 put on a comfortable meeting-and a fine meal afterwards.

Prior to attending the adult district meeting, I had the opportunity to sit in on the District Two Youth Meeting to see if I might pick up any "neat" ideas. In particular, I found two things noteworthy. In addition to electing a full slate of district officers, the young people also elected a district reporter and a district photographer. Both good ideas-especially the latter-in that they take the guess work out of whose job it is to take care of the important job of promoting district activities and then providing follow up reports.

Look for spring meeting photos and District Two officer election results in next week's Vestnik. *** Publication Committee to Meet The SPJST Publication Committee will meet in the SPJST Home Office on Saturday, April 16. The Publication Committee is the oversight group that monitors the performance of your Vestnik editor between conventions; likewise, it is the responsibility of the committee to review reader grievances or suggestions for improving the Vestnik.

If you have any suggestions or comments that you would like the committee to consider, please contact your district's Publication Committee member in advance of the April 16 meeting date.

Addresses and telephone numbers of Publication Committee members are listed in the far right column of page two, following those of your district directors. ***

"With in creasing frequency, visitors from the Czech Republic are making their way to Texas."

Coming Soon I received in the mail last week, a hefty package from Brother Henry Peck of South Charleston, Ohio. The mailing included two manuscripts detailing his past trips to Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic. Brother Peck, who grew up near Georgetown, Texas, developed an interest in the Czech people and culture during the time his father ran a farm equipment dealership in Williamson County in the 1940s. Look for excerpts of Brother Peck's interesting observations in an upcoming issue of the Vestnik.

-SPJST-

Wednesday, March 30, 1994-VESTNiK/3

From the Vice President's Office

From the Supreme Lodge

The SPJST Monthly Insurance Report

Resolution of Respect

As Of 2/28/94 MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR * INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED * DIST.

INS. WRITTEN

APPS.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9

4 15 19 8 19 17 3 3 88

Totals:

$40,000.00 $636,000.00 $157,500.00 $469,000.00 $342,000.00 $630,000.00 $35,000.00 $15,000.00 $2,324,500.00

INS. ISSUED $55,000.00 440,000.00 $190,000.00 $180,000.00 $230,000.00 427,000.00 $0.00 $42,500.00 $1,564,500.00

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

DIST. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals:

INS. WRITTEN $90,000.00 $1,226,000.00 $350,000.00 $1,109,000.00 $899,000.00 $1,262,000.00 $60,000.00 $47,500 $5,043,500.00

11 37 35 19 41 30 4 6 183

INS. ISSUED $90,000.00 $760,000.00 $302,500.00 $590,000.00 $432,000.00 $627,000.00 $25,000.00. $42,500.00 $2,869,000.00

Fraternally,

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Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Vice President —SPJST--

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WHERE AS, the scepter of death has invaded the home of our Sister Evelyn Gebala and has called to life eternal, her husband and Vice President of the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST) Brother Bernard Michael Gebala: and WHERE AS, Brother Bernard Michael Gebala left surviving him to mourn his departure, his wife Evelyn, his daughters Bernadette Hunter and Michele Langford, his grandchildren Forrest Craig Hunter, Jr. and Jordan Ashley Langford, his father Branny J. Gebala, and other relatives, a host of friends and neighbors, all whom, with all the members of the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST), desire to record their sorrow at the death on March 8, 1994 of Brother Bernard Michael Gebala, esteemed associate who worked harmoniously and diligently for the good of the Society for many years and was selected as Vice President of the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST) on October 1, 1978 and was elected as Vice President of the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST) in the XXIIIrd Convention in San Antonio in 1980 and served in that capacity until his death on March 8, 1994; and, WHERE AS, all members of the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST) bear willing testimony that Brother Bernard Michael Gebala contributed much to the growth and progress of the Society as Head of the Insurance Department and that he influenced and enriched the Fraternal Benefit System by his good works and high standards and that he was a good man who will be missed and remembered by his many friends mourning his passing, BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST) hereby gives its formal expression of sympathy and does hereby note in its records the passing from this life of a loyal member, who was esteemed by his associates, loved by his friends and respected by all, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be tendered to the family as a humble expression of heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; one copy be sent to the Vestnik for publication; and one copy be spread on the minutes of the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST).

For the Supreme Lodge of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST)

Planning to buy or to build this year?

Then, consider financing your next home or real estate purchase through SPJST. The Society offers competitive lending rates and the security of knowing who you will be dealing with through the, life of your mortgage.

Leondrd D. Mikeska Secretary-Treasurer

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

5% Annualized Effective 4-1-94 through 5-31-94

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

5.80% Annualized Effective 4-1-94 through 5-31-94

INTEREST RAIL FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE 6.75 % Annualized Effective 4-1-94 through 5-31-94

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Home or Farm Mortgages: 7% for 1 to 7 years 7 1/2% for 8 to 15 years 71/2% for 16 to 20 years Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 81/2% for 10 years 8 3/4% for 11 to 15 years

Supports Southern District Sokol Program

SPJST SPJST Supreme Lodge Chairman and District Three Director Cyrill "Sid" Pokladnik, left, presents Southern District Sokol President Larry Laznovsky with a check for $1,500 in support of Sokol's programming efforts. The presentation was made at a recent Sokol program held in Ennis.

4/VESTMK-Wednesday. March 30 1994

From the President's Office

District News and Updates

Supreme Lodge Accepting Applications for Position of Secretary-Treasurer

SPJST Finance Committee to Meet at Home Office on April 16

The position of Secretary-Treasurer for the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST) Society is now open to fill the vacancy created by the transfer of Leonard D. Mikeska to the office of Vice President.

Essential elements of the position include: • Investment management of $100 million plus assets; • Mortgage loan management and administration; • Policy loan management; • Assistance and support to all local lodges; Qualifications for the position include: • Five years active membership with the SPJST Society; • Experience in the essential elements of the position; • Applicant must be bondable; • Relocation to Temple area.

(See SPJST By-Laws, Article 39 for more details)

Requirements to be considered: • Meet the qualifications as stated; • Submit a thorough resume by April 8th; • Submit a brief personal financial statement; • Include a minimum of three personal references.

The Supreme Lodge will be accepting applications postmarked or delivered no later than April 8, 1994.

The Supreme Lodge Board will consider all applications and allow the opportunity for interviews on Friday, April 15th, beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Send your resume to: SPJST Supreme Lodge, c/o Howard Leshikar, President, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. or, for more information, call (817) 7731575.

The SPJST, originally chartered as Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas in 1897, is a fraternal benefit society which sells life insurance.

—SPJST-

By-Laws Description for Position of Secetary-Treasurer SPJST

(Editor's Note: Article 39 of the By-Laws of the SPJST provides a description of the duties and responsibilities of the office of Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer.

Individuals who are considering applying for the position may find this information enlightening.)

ARTICLE 39. Secretary-Treasurer (a) The secretary-treasurer of the Supreme Lodge is in charge of the administrative department. He receives, attends to, and replies to all correspondence. with the exception of letters written to other officers. (b) He publishes a monthly report in the official orizan of all members who die, stating their names and ages at the time of death, number of their certificate, and duration of membership in the Society. (c) He records minutes of all transactions of the Supreme Lodge and informs the membership, through the medium of the official organ, of all important conclusions reached in the meetings of the Supreme Lodge. (d) He is responsible for maintaining complete records and accounting of certificate loans. (e) He assures that funds are available for loans at the suggestion of the Supreme Lodge. (t) He has custody of the seal of the Society. (g) Every purchase and sale of bonds and stocks, name of the firm, name of the

agents who sold the bonds, and their addresses must be recorded. (h) After acceptance of the state examiner's report by the entire Supreme Lodge, prepares copies thereof, and mails copies to lodges and members at their request. (i) He is responsible for maintaining accurate records of application for real estate loans and delivers to the legal advisor particular information pertaining to them. (j) He is responsible for the purchase of all office supplies, stationery, etc., except as stated in Article 40 (c). (k) The secretary-treasurer has in his custody all matters pertaining to the investment of all the funds of the Society.

He maintains accurate records of real estate loans, of all insurance protection, and of all taxes on properties owned by the Society. It is his duty to see that interest and installments are paid promptly.

(1) He has under his supervision real estate belonging to the Society, and attends to maintaining it in good condition. (m) He makes a report of the status of all delinquent loans in every meeting of the Supreme Lodge. (n) He accepts from the financial secretary all income belonging to the Society and deposits it in various banks designated by the Supreme Lodge. (o) He is responsible for home office maintenance and security.

--SPJST--

Graduates of the 1993 Quick Start-II Program who attended the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Awards Dinner held March 12 at Lodge 24, Cyclone are pictured on pages 10 - 12 of this issue of the Vestnik.

The SPJST Finance Committee will hold their annual meeting at the Home Office in Temple, Texas on Saturday, April 16, 1994 beginning at 9 a.m.

Members of the Society are invited to send suggestions and/or comments to this meeting. Please address your suggestions and/or comments to your District Finance Committee Member or mail them to Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Texas before April 11, 1994.

Members wishing to make suggestions and/or comments at the meeting are asked to make arrangements with your district Finance Committee Member or Finance Committee Chairman Monta Foster, in writing, before April 11, 1994.

Fraternally, Rita J. Vanek Finance Committee Secretary District Six —SPJST-

SPJST Presents the Winners of the 1993 Deer Antler Contest The results are in. The hunter presenting the deer with the widest antler spread was Glenn W. Jochec of Stafford, Texas, whose deer had an 18" antler spread.

Glenn is a member of Lodge 88, Houston and he bagged his deer near Rock Island, Texas.

The hunter presenting the deer having the most Points was Joe Urbanek of Lowake, Texas, who bagged a 12-point buck near Van Cort. Joe is a member of

Lodge 49, Rowena.

Congratulations to the many others who sent in their entries but did not win.

We wish you better luck next year. The contest will again be sponsored this fall, so let's be sure and get those entries sent in. Once again, thanks for your participation this year.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky, FAC —SPJST-

District Five Director Louis Hanus, left, presents the $50 First Place check for the widest antler spread to Glenn W. Jochec of Lodge 88. Lodge 88's Fraternal Activities Coordinator Homer Alexander observes the presentation.

Joe Urbanek, left, a member of Lodge 49, Rowena, accepts a $50 check from District Four Director Stanley Broz for bagging the deer with the most points.

Czech Class Being Offered at Tarrant County Junior College through May 10th.

Dear Readers, For more details, please contact the A Czech language course is once again being offered through the Tarrant school.

Fraternally, County Junior College Northwest Francis J. Kovar Campus in Fort Worth Worth. Classes SPJSTbegin on March 28th and will continue

For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. If you push hard on the world, the world pushes back on you. If you touch the world gently, the world will touch you gently in return.

-Paul G. Hewitt —SPJST-

Wednesday, March 30, 1994-VESTNiK/5

Lodge 185, New Braunfels to Host District Seven Meeting on April 24

Lodge 188, Centerville to Host District One Meeting on April 17 Registration

1:00 p.m 2:00 p.m. — CALL TO ORDER Presentation of colors Pledge of Allegiance Welcome by Lodge 188 President Introduction of Guests Roll Call of Lodges Recognition of Age 96, 75-year and 50-year members Youth Program Report of Supreme Lodge Officer Minutes Treasurer's Report Rest Home Report District Director Report Old an New Business Report of Auditing Committee Youth Report Election of Officers Site Selection for Fall Family Day and Spring Meeting Announcements Installation of Officers Meal

Come and support your district.

Correction to Minutes of District Three Fall Meeting Please note this correction to the Minutes of the District Three Fall Meeting which appeared in the March 16 issue of the Vestnik. Brother Al Kercho was incorrectly identified as having deliv-

ered the By-Laws Committee report.

Brother Kercho, was in fact, responsible for his report on behalf of the Finance Committee. Thank you for your attention to this correction.—The Editor

Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of February, 1994 DEBITS Bonds Certificate Loans Mortgage Loans Common Stock Certificate of Deposit Prefrred Stock Annuities Flex Annuities Withdrawal Bonus Death Claims Matured Endowments Premium Refund Refund to Lodges Surrender Value Bond Expense Reinsurance Decrease in Bonds By Amort Profit on Sale of Bonds Actuary Advertising State Exam Appraisal Expense Commission Contributions Society Automobile Expense District Youth Counselors Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Liability Insurance Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Museum Operating Expense OfficeMaintenance Office Rent Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Organizational Expense Postage Salaries Office Supplies Tax: FICA, TEC & FUTA Telephone Travel—Officers and Directors Travel—State Field Manager Travel—State Youth Director Research and Development

$

CREDITS 974,058.07

1,092.12 100,997.75 260,373.71 1,084,517.99 99,935.00 4,433.03 295,771.69 94.90 60,758.79 2,348.00 53,861.41 505.79 24,438.45 126.97 480.64 380.95

Registration 10:00 a.m - 11 a.m.

Jerry Sijansky, District Seven President 11:00 a.m. — CALL TO ORDER Host Lodge No. 185 Presentation of Colors and Pledge Roy Haag, President, Lodge No. 185 Welcome Pauline Pavliska, District Seven Scty.

Tribute to Deceased Members Jerry Sijansky, President Response INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Pauline Pavliska, Secretary Roll Call of District Seven Officers Pauline Pavliska, Secretary Minutes of Fall Meeting Read Pauline Pavliska, Secretary All Correspondence Read Recognition of 50-year and 75-year Members and Age 96 Members (Paid-up Certificates) Reports from District Seven Officers Jerry Sijansky, President Bob Bayer, District Seven Director District Director Report Youth Report Susan Bohnenberger, District Seven. Youth Leader 12:00 - 1:30 — LUNCH BREAK Old and New Business Report of Auditing Committee Election of District Seven Officers Presentation of Awards ....Glen Pruski, First Vice President, District Seven Fraternalists of the Year for 1993 Recognized Installation of District Seven Officers and Youth Leader for 94 Site Selection for Fall Meeting Door Prizes We have a busy agenda scheduled for this meeting. The officers will do their best to follow the agenda as closely as possible. We ask everyone to work with us.

Everyone will purchase their own lunch either at the Bavarian Village Restaurant or at an area restaurant of your choice.

Fraternally, Jerry E. Sijansky District Seven President —SPJSTYouth Activities Office Rent Home Account Expense SPJST Scholarship Annuities Dividends Mortage Loan Exp REO Exp. - Taxes - Ins. Outside Leal Service Expense Miscellaneous Mortg. Loan Income Annuity Withdrawal Expense UL Withdrawal Expense Certificate Loan Interest Bond Interest Certificate of Deposit Interest Mortgage Loan Interest Premiums Royalties & Minerals Prem. Income-Pd-Up Additions Increase In Bonds By Amort.

Application Fee

1,591.68 6,000.00 5,469.20 262.64 352,718.16 2,909.77 490.92 1,144.71 50.00 5,026.08 6,529.03 1,425.00 6,621.40 481,242.18 724.80 220,275.75 196,992.60 15,045.93 36,873.62 6,949.30 7,270.00 $2,190,933.05

12,789.21 2,230.00 5,907.12 2,542.67 5,268.34 32,671.56 894.50 638.45 1,480.70 1,116.99 11,742.70 17,174.57 2,085.40 693.49 4.00 3,266.18 6,000.00 4,492.30 5,000.00 1,918.72 78.13 75,934.78 2,772.12

Cash Balance 1-31-94 Credits Debits

204,374.89 2,341,236.06+ 2,190,933.05-

Cash Balance 2-28-94

$ 354,677.90

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

$ 354,677.90 66,883,229.12 28,481,331.35 1,594,263.00 1,658,687.09 1,513,300.30 795,503.49 151,669.54 39,617.80 155,765.09 99,935.00

Total Assets

$101,727,979.68

Fraternally,

7,518.52 2,925.77 358.80 387.81 144.79 4,343.46

Jerry Mikulas Financial Secretary —SPJST-

$2,341,236.06

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Family Fun and mportant SPJST Dates

Letters from the Lodges Lodge 15, Buckholts Reports on March Meeting Dear Readers, Buckholts Lodge No. 15 held its monthly meeting on March 14 at 6 p.m. with President Gladys Allison presiding.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was observed for our departed members and Brother Bernard Gebala.

The minutes were read and approved.

The treasurer's report was also given and approved.

On our sick list this month were Johnnie Williams, Ann Stickney, Ed Reynolds and Lillie Lanicek.

It was voted to make a donation to the scholarship fund in Brother Gebala's name.

We will be starting our meetings at 7 p.m. beginning with the April meeting.

Members, please remember the lodge needs your support, so come to the meetings when you can. Next meeting will be on April 11, 1994 at 7 p.m.

Workshop and Awards Dinner Those who attended the workshop at Lodge 47, Seaton and the banquet at Lodge 24, Cyclone were President Gladys Allison, Audrey McCall and Ricky McCall.

Fraternally, Audrey McCall, Reporter —SPJST-

17, New Tabor Reports on March Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members, Lodge 17 held its regular monthly meeting with all officers present.

A resolution was raad for Bernice Faye Faust. We extend our sympathy to her family and friends.

We have been notified that we earned the Silver Award in the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Award of $850.

Youth Leader Susan Skrabanek reported on the skating party that the youth attended in February. She also reported that District Youth Achievement Day would be held on July 17 at Dime Box. FAC Sefcik needs your activity report at the next meeting so he can send them in.

FAC Sefcik also reported on the straight domino tournament. Linda and Randy Gaas won third place while Glen Paul won seventh in taroks.

The clean-up crew did a great job.

They were Glen and Alvin Paul, Jr., Bruce Jones, Gary Skrabanek, Rusty Hejl, Clarence Sefcik and Randy Gaas.

The Youth Club has changed the time of their meeting to 2 p.m. on the first Sunday for May only. The adult meeting will follow the Youth Club meeting with a reception for the 50-year members following.

Since our regular meeting date is on Easter this year, we have changed the April meeting date to April 8 at 7:30 p.m.

April 16

County-Wide Garage Sale at Lodge 24, Cyclone

April 17

District One Spring Meeting at Lodge 188, Centerville

April 17

District Four Spring Meeting at Lodge 49, Rowena

April 23

(Date Change) State Horseshoe Tournament at Lodge 66, Waco

April 24

District Three Spring Meeting at Lodge 92, Fort Worth

April 24

District Seven Spring Meeting in New Braunfels

May 1

District Six Spring Meeting at Lodge 40, El Campo - Hillje

May 14

Fifth Annual Tarok Tournament at Lodge 49, Rowena

May 15

Sixth Annual Polka Fest at Inez Community Center (hosted

by Lodge 97, Placedo)

June 3-5

LIT Workshop

August 6-7

SPJST State Royalty and Youth Achievement Day

A committee to study our local rules and regulations includes the following members: Andy Vavra, Stanley Mrnustik, Randy Gaas, Ben Trcalek and Bud Petty.

Fraternally, Lola Vavra, Reporter --SPJST-

"Garage Sale" Set for April 16 at Lodge 24, Cyclone Big

Dear Readers, It's a two-part letter today. First, some information on our upcoming Garage Sale, followed by a report on the March lodge meeting.

County Wide Sale Coming April 16 Lodge 24, Cyclone invites area families, groups, collectors, antique and craft dealers to participate in its big "Countywide Garage Sale" to be held at Flag Hall on Saturday, April 16, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

The sale, which is a semi-annual fundraising event for SPJST Lodge 24, attracts a wide variety of sellers and buyers from all over the Central Texas region.

Shoppers will be able to browse and shop for a variety of merchandise, ranging from antiques and collectibles, arts and crafts to household items, clothing, musical instruments and homemade food items. An inviting selection of food and refreshments will also be available for purchase.

As with previous sales, the April 16 sale will be conducted inside Flag Hall; however, outdoor spaces will also be available for those individuals or organizations with larger items to sell, such as farm equipment, automobiles or other big items.

Both indoor and outdoor seller spaces are available for $20 each and can be reserved by calling 985-2484, 985-2556, or 985-0007.

March Meeting Report The monthly meeting of Lodge 24, Cyclone was called to order by President Carol Chervenka on Monday, March 14 at 7 p.m. Following the Pledge of Alleganice, a moement of silence was obsrved in memory of departed Supreme Lodge Vice President Bernie Gebala.

All officers were in attendance. The minutes of the previous meeting were

read by Secretary Arleen Mayeux and were approved as read. Correspondence included a letter from Fraternalist of the Year Louise Zavodny, thanking the lodge for the corsage presented to her prior to the 1993 Recognition and Awards Dinner.

All regular committee reports, including the youth leader's report, were then delivered. With her report, Bernice Sebek also presented the membership with a itemized list of lodge expenses for 1993 and projected expenses for 1994.

The second report provided a good idea of what it will take, in terms of dollars, in order to main our facility through the coming year.

In old business, members discussed the SPJST Lodge Incentive Awards Dinner held at the hall the previous Saturday. During the awards presentation, Lodge 24 received the 1993 Bronze Incenitve Award for its fraterrnal and membership recruitment efforts. To all those from around the state who attended the event, we enjoyed having you at Flag Hall and look forward to visiting with you again.

In new business, discussion was held concerning the upcoming County Wide Garage Sale on April 16 and the Annual Mother's Day Barbecue scheduled for May 8. If you are interested in helping with either of these coming events, please contact one of your lodge officers or reporter for more details—or come to the next lodge meeting Monday, April 11 at 7 p.m.

In other new business, Vice President/FAC Louise Zavodny reported that Scott and White Hospital had expressed a strong interest in once again using Lodge 24 to host their annual Chilren's Miracle Network Telethon Dance. Members voted to approve the loan of the hall for this activity which will take place in October.

It was also announced that Lodge 24 will host this summer's District Two Youth Acheivement Day. Look for more details concerning this event in upcoming issues of the Vestnik.

Congratulations were exended to Lodge 24's own Billy Smetanka, who recently placed first in the annual SPJST Statewide Straight Domino Tournament.

For his efforts, Billy won a good-sized trophy. During the meeting, he encouraged other lodge members to participate in the upcoming "42" tournament and other statewide contests.

Youth Leader Melanie Zavodny also extended congratulations to youth club members Tammy Baker, who was elected District Two Youth Treasurer at the

Spring Meeting and to Harold Vanicek, Jr. who won first place in the Age 15-17 Group of the SPJST T-Shirt Design Contest.

March birthday and anniversary celebrants were then recognized. They inleluded Robert Macek, Lorene Haisler, Scott Hudson, and David Vanicek.

Annivesary celebrants included Bernice and Joe Sebek. Congratulations to these and all other Lodge 24 members who had birthdays or aniversaries in March.

The March meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. and followed by refreshments.

Again, please make note of our next lodge meeting on April 10. Hope to see you there.

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard Reports on March Meeting Dear Members, By the calendar, the first Sunday in April is Easter and it is, also, time to change one's clocks to Daylight Savings Time. We wish to extend our best wishes for Easter and remind everyone to set their clocks FORWARD ONE HOUR. (ie. Standard Time 1 a.m. Easter morning becomes 2 a.m. Daylight Savings Time Easter morning).

Although this writer is and has been against this practice since our government made it law, we have to do this to get along with those persons who think they are saving daylight. But, as those of us who know a little about this, there is only "X" number of hours of daylight each day. And this is all controlled by the time of year. The most daylight in one day in the Northern Hemisphere is at the time of the Summer Solstice and the least is at the time of the Winter Solstice. Daylight is equal to night time at both Vernal uinox and Autumnal Equinox. During summer, you have more available daylight hours the further north you travel (at the polar cap, you have 24 hours of daylight on the day of Summer Solstice).

Vice versa takes place in winter.

Now, to things at hand, for it is time for another monthly meeting. Lodge Karel Jong will hold its April meeting on the second Sunday, the 10th, at 2 pm. in the meeting room at 106 Leveridge Street, which is on the ground floor of the SPJST Hall building.

The agenda will be held to items needing immediate attention and the presentation of 50-year membership pins.

Brother Matt Vanek, the District Six Director, will be present to do these honors.

A fraternal hour luncheon is scheduled.

The March monthly meeting on Sunday, the 13th was convened on two sad notes. The first is the one written up in the March 16th issue of the Vestnik and the passing of a local member. Brother Albin Gajevsky of Orchard passed away at the age of 79. He was a 57-year member of Lodge Karel Jonas and was the son of the late Jan Gajevsky. Brother Jan Gajevsky held many offices in the lodge, including that of lodge president and delegate. Our heartfelt sympathy goes to the families of both Brother Bernard Gebala and Albin Gajevsky.

With a quorum present, the agenda

Wednesday. March 30. 1994-VIBTN*J7 was taken care of in record time. All reports were accepted as given and all major business was taken care of.

All food and drinks were donated for the fraternal hour luncheon. Enough was given whereby seconds were available.

It was reported that our young member, Sister Jessica Kelner, again outdid her self by winning the 1994 SPJST Summer Camp T-shirt competition.

Congratulations and good work, Jessica!

Young Jessica has been attending and helping in the lodge meetings for a long time.

On the subject of the May monthly meeting, it was decided to move it to the third Sunday of the month due to Mother's Day falling on the second Sunday and the District Six Spring meeting being on the first Sunday. More on this later.

To the faithful: See you on Sunday, the 10th of April and this writer remains— Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President —SPJST--

Lodge 47, Seaton Reports on March Meeting The March 6th meeting of Lodge 47 was called to order at 2 p.m. by President Frank Klinkovsky. There were 57 mem-

bers and three visitors present. Flag Bearers Rebecca Greger and Sarah Hejl brought in the flags and we recited the Pledge of Allegiance. We remined standing for a moment of silence in memory of the deceased member, Henry Mares.

Visitors welcomed were Mrs. Gertrude Kahlig, Mrs. Elvern Frenzel and Micky Wade. Mr. Wade spoke briefly to the membership, asking for their support in recent elections. He was running for District Judge of the 264th Court.

Reported on the sickfist were Lonnie Schroeder, Annie Mikeska, Willie Hegar and Bernie Gebala.

Roll call of officers showed that all officers and Board of Trustees were present. Nine sales representatives were present and four were absent. Minutes from the previous meeting were read and approved.

We received one letter from the Supreme Lodge stating that we had won the Gold Plus Award for the 1993 Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program.

Congratulations to Lodge 47. We have a lot of hard working members at this lodge and we try to put our best in everything we do. We encourage all of our members to participate as much as possible. There is always room for more help in everything.

The investigating committee approved new policies/annuities for Jerry D. Bravenec, Linda M. Gersbach, Jason P. Haisler, Delores A. Motl and Jason M. Bedrich. Motion was made by John Hruska and seconded by Dan Balusek to accept these members. The motion carried. New member Linda Gersbach was present. Welcome, Linda, to Lodge 47.

Lodge 47, Seaton Presents 1994 Lodge Officers and Board of Trustees

1994 LODGE 47 OFFICERS: Pictured from left, front: Secretary/ English Reporter Theresa Klecka, Czech Reporter Emily Stuteville, Second Vice Pres./FAC Dorothy Pechal, Treasurer Lucy Mihasch, and Finacial Secretary Gladys Marek. Back row: Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar, President Frank Klinkovsky, Vice President Edwin Pechal, Parliamentarian Ricky Novosad, Youth Leader Ginger Greger, and Assistant Youth Leader Donna Baca.

1994 BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Pictured from left, front: Walter Pomykal, Ricky Novosad, and Wallace Jez. Back row: Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar, James Skrabanek and Chairman Woodrow Marek.

Not pictured is Henry Janacek and Secretary Edwin Vasicek.

Board minutes were read by Secretary Edwin Vasicek. All officers and members of the board were present at the board meeting.

There were many activities held in March at Lodge 47. President Frank Klinkovsky reported on the Lodge Officers Workshop on March 12, the Spring Meeting on March 13, and on Saturday, March 19, the day of the State "42" Domino Tournament. Vice President Edwin Pechal reported that the lodge will be taking bids on the job of cutting the grass around the hall. Bids should be turned in by next board meeting. Second Vice President FAC Dorothy Pechal reminded us to turn in our fraternal services reports for 1993. She also reported on a new incentive program for 1995 which involves recognition for individual volunteer services. Treasurer Lucy Mihatsch gave her report. All chairperson gave their reports. Chairman Woodrow Marek set the Audit meeting for April on Monday, April 4 at 7 p.m. Entertainment Chairman Ann Hejl and Ticket Chairman Dorothy Pechal talked to Youth Leader Ginger Greger about the youth making decorations for the hall to be used for various holidays and dances. The Youth Club would be happy to do this.

Youth Leader Ginger Greger reported there were 33 members, seven adults and two visitors at their meeting. The Youth Club will have its Easter egg hunt at the April 10 meeting. She requested everyone bring a dozen filled plastic eggs or any kind of wrapped candy that can be hidden. Any candy donations from adults who don't have children in the Youth Club are welcome. The Youth Club will meet on Friday, April 8 at 6:30 to decorate the hall. The Youth Club is busy planning for the May Fete to be held on May 7. Congratulations to Melanie Koslovsky for being selected as May Fete Queen.

DYC Patsy Koslovsky reported that Lodge 24, Cyclone will be hosting the District Two Youth Achievement Day on July 10.

Since there was no old business, we went right into new business and took care of our picnic to be held in June. It will be here before we know it.

Committee chairpersons were selected as follows: Picnic Co-Chairmen: Frank Klinkovsky, Edwin Pechal and Woodrow Marek; Raffle Ticket Chairman: Gladys and Woodrow Marek; Bingo: Emily Stuteville; Kitchen: Judy Pechal and Janelle Novosad; Barbecue: Edwin Pechal; Sweets Booth: Martha Klusacek; Auction: Wallace Jez and Frank Klinkovsky; Outside HB's: Jamie Beran; Inside Bar: Helen and Henry Janacek; Outside Bar: Tom Gibson and Dan Balusek. Woodrow reported the posters are ready and the prize drawing tickets are also ready. So, everyone check with them and start selling tickets for the prize drawing. Gladys said that the ladies are working on the quilt for the prize drawing. They are also going to include pillow shams this year. I know, from past experience, whoever wins will be getting a beautiful quilt.

Helen Janacek reported that the Choral group will meet on April 26 at 7:30 p.m.

She encouraged more people to attend.

We had several members recognized during our March meeting for various things that they had done recently, including Edward Mares and Lee Hanusch for bowling and Angela Pechal, who won the Senior Homemaker Award at the Bell County Youth Fair. Several more of our Youth Club members also won at the fair and in recent sporting events. Mr. Charlie Hrachovy was recognized for being a 72•

year member of SPJST and we encouraged him to continue coming to the meetings. Last, but not least, Ricky Novosad was recognized for joining the elite group of 40-year-olds.

Birthday celebrants in March were Ricky Novosad, Woodrow Marek, Ella Pomykal, Joyce Pechal, Gilbert Frenzel and Elsie Jez. An anniversary was celebrated by Larry and Donna Baca. Door prizes were won by Walter Pomykal, Ruth Hanusch, Julie Vitek and Elvern Frenzel.

Members of Lodge 47, DON'T FORGET! Our April meeting is on Sunday, April 10. This meeting is in honor of our 50- year and 75-year members and our member who has achieved the age of 96.

A covered dish meal will be served. The lodge will furnish the meat, tea and bread.

We ask everyone to bring a salad or vegetable and dessert.

The March meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m. Dan Balusek gave the blessing and refreshments were enjoyed by all.

Fraternally, Theresa L. Klecka, Reporter —SPJS'T---

Lodge 47, Seaton to Honor "Special Members" April 10 Dear Brothers and Sisters, At our next lodge meeting on Sunday, April 10, we will be honoring the 50-year pin recipients, a 75-year pin recipient, and an age 96 member. Please note that this is a change in our meeting date due to Easter Sunday falling on the first Sunday of April.

We will have a meal following the meeting and are asking for casseroles, salads or desserts. Meat, bread, tea and coffee will be furnished by the lodge.

Come to see some of your former classmates or neighbors of years past who will be coming in from further away. It will be like a homecoming. Make plans to be there. An Easter egg hunt for the children will also be held-afters the meeting.

During the month of April we will not be having our Family Night on Friday, April 15 due to too many other activities scheduled for that weekend.

On Sunday, April 17, we will be holding a special 'Appreciation Dance" in the afternoon from 2 until 6 p.m. to enable the senior citizens to come during daylight hours. We will also be giving away some prizes during this dance.

Music will be by Charlie's Swingmasters of Temple. The price of admission is a "cut rate" of $3 per person. Everyone is invited—young and old alike. Let's have a grand time that Sunday.

Our lodge picnic is going to be on Sunday, June 5, beginning at 11 a.m. and continuing on into the night. Watch for more details later.

Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal —SPJST-

80, Holland to Meet This Thursday, March 31 Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, President Harold Rohde called the meeting to order at 3 p.m. on March 6.

After the opening exercises, the min-

8/VESTNtIC-Wednesdav, March 30, 1994

Lodge 80, Holland Members ,Receive 50-Year Membership Pins Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska and Lodge 80 President Harold Rohde conducted 50year membership pin presentations on March 6th.

Pictured, from left, are Vice President Mikeska, 50-year member Marjorie Ruemke, President Rohde, and 50-year member Ida Borowski. utes of the last meeting were read and approved.

Frank Horak was welcomed into our lodge as a new member.

Secretary-Treasurer Glen Latham gave all of the committee reports with all of them doing well.

President Rohde asked Supreme Lodge officer Leonard Mikeska to give a short talk and to present the 50-year membership pins. Brother Mikeska gave a short overview of the current status of the Supreme Lodge and a hearty welcome to the 50-year members, Ida Borowski and Marjorie Remke. He stated that both had become members during World War II and that was a tough time for many people, but they had confidence in a durable organization.

President Rohde then asked Tony Sladecek to come forward for a report.

Brother Tony gave a report on the boys at MHMR and their needs. The membership then voted to purchase a volleyball set ($700.00) for them to use.

Brother David Posey came forward to give a report on the Youth Banquet that would be held that evening. The participants in the Bell County Youth Fair, as well as buyers, would be recognized.

Some 200 plus people attended the function that evening.

President Rohde reminded everyone about the picnic coming up on May 15.

Birthdays in March were those of: Harold Kurtz, David Posey, Daffney Pajestka and Marjorie Remke.

Door prize winner were Ruby Klotz, winner of a set of dominoes donated by the Supreme Lodge and Ed Remeke, winner of a rain gauge, donated by the Supreme Lodge. Other winners of a sixpack, donated by Lodge No. 80, were: Coleman Benner, Florene Rohde, Doris Ledbetter, D.I. Bohac, and Aubrey Wiley.

The next meeting will be on Thursday, March 31, 1994 at 4 p.m. as the first Sunday in April is Easter Sunday.

Fraternally, Frank Pajestka, Jr. —SPJST-

88, Houston Reports on March Meeting

Lodge

On March 14, 1994, Lodge 88 had their monthly meeting. President Jerry Ermis called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m.

The flags were placed in their respective places by some of our youth, Paul Pflughaupt, Nicholas' and Darrell Havemann. After the Pledge of Allegiance was recited, we stood in silence in memory of three of our members who had passed away. They were 3 e-Vitt:41mm%, ,-Albetr,CirKeltscattd

each.

Lodge 91 will host.

Sat., April 9—Tony Janak, President Ermis announced that the 50-year pins and a 75-year pin will be Polkatime; $5 each. presented at the April meeting.

Fri., April 15—Jim Gough's We adjourned at 9 p.m.

Cosmopolitan Cowboys (C/W); Remember, "Years wrinkle the skin, Bob Wills sound; $5 each. but lack of enthusiasm wrinkles the soul."

Sat.,April 16—Bobby Lane from Nebraska; Big Band Music; Dress Submitted with love by, Pearl Hanka, Code; $10 each.

Second Vice President Fri., April 22—Guy Lombardo's —SPJSTRoyal Canadians with Al Pierson; Dress Code; $10 each.

Sat., April 23—Knights of Dixie; Ballroom and Variety; $6 each.

Sat., April 30—Gus Lindemann; $6 Lodge each.

Mark your calendars so that you won't miss some good exercise coming your way. On April 29, there will be a Blue Room Dance from 6 until 12 p.m. Food will be served first. The main course will Dear Members and Friends, I am sure that members who do not be exotic fried chicken, along with many attend our meetings may want to know good dishes besides. Do try to make this what does go on and who is doing the occasion. The Blue Room is well manwork.

For those of you who do not attend aged by Margaret Allbritton and our meetings often, I will let you know Bartender Nat Gonzales.

Chairman Willie Wehring was so elat- that Lodge No. 92 does have many types ed with the progress of the Social Night of entertainment during the year.

At meetings we have a short business Committee. We now have 21 members meeting then the lodge always has a meal on this committee who are really busy on each Thursday night. This means every afterwards. Refreshments are free as the membership dues help pay for that.

Thursday night.

We have a very nice Youth Club that Birthday Club President Lowrina takes the young members to different Lindemann .gave a good report and invitplaces of interest. So, parents and granded our members to come eat with us the parents, get your youngsters to join the first two Wednesdays of each month. lodge and Youth Club. We have polka A.J. Stayton, Vice President of the and waltz dances that are advertised in Men's Club, gave their monthly report, as President Thomas Marsh was in Little the calendar section of the Vestnik. Then, Rock, Arkansas on business. The Men's once a year, we have the Czech Heritage Club is still very active with 55 members Day. That is an all day affair with lots of on the roll. Today, March 16, 1994, was entertainment. So, those of you who the day which is called "Work Detail." have not been coming to the meetings, Not all of our men are able to work on you should start. You will not regret it. ladders and such. I understand that some The meetings are held each month on the of the men were unable to be there—but, second Sunday, starting at 2 p.m.

At this past meeting, on March 13, we "trust," they'll be there when the weather gets better. I, for one, really notice our presented members with their 50-year premises which really shine after a clean- membership pins and had a very nice meal. We also had Ray Swartz sing sevup day. It is appreciated by our members. eral numbers. He used to have an orchesThe Men's Club got two busses which tra that played each week at the hall but seated 80 people and we went to the dog the orchestra disbanded. Guide Mary races in League City. We had a wonderful Cecelia Krivanek then sang the Czech time, good food and plenty of iced tea. national song, followed

by Ronnie Marek My pet dog is No. 1, a greyhound that and his wife, who played a good many is solid black—and I mean, he can run.

Czech songs on their accordions.

In all, We hope that next time they get up a trip, the day was really enjoyed. we'll get a chance to go with them.

Thank to our member, Martha Janca, Chairman of the Board A.J. Stayton who is a caterer, for the good meal that reported for the Board and Karl Lindemann spoke about the swimming she served and to the ladies of the lodge pool. More details will be in our secre- who brought all kinds of pastries.

Everything was so good and tasty. tary's report.

It was an honor for me, Carl W. Zich, Chairman Vernon Hegwood of the president, to give the pins to the members Auditing Committee will meet on who have been in SPJST for 50 years.

Wednesday, March 23, to audit the books.

Naomi Spencer, president of the Some of them were just babies when their Dramatic Club, announced that the parents took out insurance certificates for "Womanless Wedding" will be performed them. All 50-year members in attendance in September. You'll hear from Naomi were then asked to stand up. There were later as there are some conflicts as to the between 14 and 16 who stood up.

I am sure that due to the workshop and day that had been chosen. awards given out March 12, there will be Choral Chairman Gene Barcak many pictures in the Vestnik. Please do announced Choral Group rehearsals. He not forget about our District Three also says that they've been invited to perSpring meeting on April 24. Registration form at th Rosenberg Czech Fest on May begins at 9 a.m. After the business meet14 and 15.

Jo Ann Bud had surgery time time ago ing and meal there will be games and varand is doing fine. Also, Larry Pflughaupt ious contests.

What'd He Say? had two surgeries and is doing great. I'm The policeman pulled over an elderly so glad to report good news. driver and said, "My gosh, man, didn't I will not go into the District Five you realize your wife fell out of the car meeting at Pasadena as Dorothy three miles back?

Pflughaupt will send in the complete min"Thanks be to God," exclaimed the utes. I do have to say it was a wellold gent, I thought I'd gone deaf!" planned meeting. The food was deliTill next time, enjoy life, cious. Everybody should have had a Carl W Zich, good time. A total of 158 people regisPresident and Reporter tered. The next meeting will be on --SPJSTseptember .18 .ar.Crosby.. .Lodgc .65 and.

92, Fort Worth Reports on Member Activities

Justin J. Hemmon.

District Five Director Louis Hanus made some beautiful remarks about our beloved Vice President Bernie Gebala.

He also read a Resolution for Bernie which was beautiful. Bernie called the SPJST a "sleeping giant," which he proceeded to build on—a job that he did very well up to the time of his death. Louis also brought the Gold Incentive Award plaque which our lodge won for its performance in 1993.

Louis also announced that Leonard Mikeska had been appointed to serve as our new Vice President and that now, Leonard's position has to be filled.

The officers who were absent were Larry Pflughaupt, Marcell Malak, Richard Schnell and the Migl twins, Marlene and Darlene.

Mildred Holeman read the minutes which were approved as read. There was no correspondence. Some new applications were accepted by the membership.

Secretary Mildred Holeman gave the financial report.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Homer Alexander then gave a beautiful report about our workshop in Seaton. I always said that I'll never miss a workshop, but I did, and I am very sorry about that. Homer said that the main reason for the workshop was to get people interested enough to attend the meetings—so that they will know what is going on in our great Society.

Homer also announced a Defensive Driving Course that will be taking place on April 28 and 29.

Youth Leader Barbara Linney gave a brief report. She's so proud of her youth.

They went to the rodeo on a shuttle and one of the boys caught a calf in the calf scramble.

Some of our youth had a project about Czechoslovakia and got most of their Czech knowledge from Rosalee and Tim Kostom. They won first place at school and Barbara now wants them to exhibit their project on Czech Day. Entertainment Chairman Viola Cox gave her report and was so very happy about a good month. She said that the country-western dances are really improving. The tables on country-western dances are left off the bar end of the ballroom. The dress code for these dances is as follows: All shirts must be tucked in and caps must be turned the right way. This is for a reason, as they don't want undesirable groups to come in.

On Saturday, March 26, Manny Green will be here.

There will be eight dances in April and they are listed as follows.

Sat., April 2—Buddy Kirk; Big Band Sound; Dress Code; $8.50 each.

Fri., April 8—Nick Navarro; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $8.50.

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Lodge 107, Floresville Plans Easter Party Lodge 107 held their regular meeting on March 13 with President Bayer presiding. The Pledge of Allegaince was led by Lori Hrna. Vice Presient Pruski did not answer roll call. Agnes Pavliska was listed as ill but out of the hospital and improving.

The minutes were read and approved as read. President Bayer informed the members of the new category in the Local Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program and urged all members to help the sales representatives attain these goals by recommending new members. A thank you letter was read from the Wilson County Stock Show Auction Committee.

Our 50-year members will be honored later in the year.

Youth Leader Bielefeld reported that a skating party and weiner roast had been scheduled for Thursday, March 17, from 5 until 7 p.m. Each member was asked to bring a guest. She also announced camp and Youth Achievement Day days which are always listed in the Vestnik.

The FAC reported that 1993 reports

must be in by May 31st. The SPJST "42" domino tournament and the horseshoe pitching tournament were also announced. March birthdays were celebrated by Lillie Chilek, Jesse Bayer, Nicolas Morissey, Joe Pavliska and Joe Bob Pavliska. The workshop report was very thoroughly presented by FAC Wendy Pruski.

Six (6) oak trees have been planted around the hall. They will add much to the appearance of the hall in a few years.

Donations toward the trees were made by the Youth Club, Labatt 4-H Club, adult lodge and individual donations.

Lodge 107 congratulates Leonard Mikeska on his appointment and we wish him much success in his new position.

Our next meeting will be a social. The lodge will supply meat, plates, coffeee, tea and bread. Each member is asked to bring a side dish and dessert. The meal will be served at 5 p.m.. The youth will meet at 2 p.m. and the adults will meet at 4 p.m. The meal will be after the meeting at about 5 p.m. Th children will have an Easetr egg hunt after the meal.

Fraternally, Pauline Pavliska

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92, Fort Worth Salutes 50-Year Members at March Meeting

Lodge 154, Fort Worth Easter Picnic This Sunday, April 3 Dear Members and Friends, Just to add a note that our Easter Picnic will be held on Sunday, April 3.

We will meet at noon for a lunch just as we have done in the past. Bring your specialty. Also, parents, be sure to bring a dozen colored eggs for the Easter egg hunt. Prizes and games will follow.

Due to complications, Brother Joe Milan didn't get to have his surgery until 8 a.m. on the morning of March 18th. He had a five-bypass surgery. At 2:30 p.m., we received word that he was being moved to ICU and was doing well. He has been hospitalized since the 7th, so we wish him a speedy recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with him.

We are all enjoying this beautiful weather. Brother B.J. Clevland will open the Ice Capades in St. Louis on Sunday.

Hope to see you all on Easter Sunday.

So until—Keep Smiling.

Fraternally, Mary Pavey

—SPJST-

Lodge

President Carl W. Zich presents 50-year membership pin to Carol (Zich) Everett.

President Carl W. Zich presents 50-year membership pin to Max Holomek.

Right: Ronnie Marek and Lenese Marek performed musical selections on their accordions for the 50-year members.

Lodge 92 sales representatives recently received plaques and cash awards in recognition of their sales efforts.

From left, they are, front: Christine Zich, Martha Durham, and Evelyn Spacek; back: Kenneth Krivanek, Gordon Hubenak, and Albert Kubala.

Not pictured is Raymond Hubenak.

172, Pasadena Reports on Successful District Five Spring Meeting Lodge

Dear SPJST Members, I want to report that the District Five Spring Meeting held at Lodge 172 was a success. We had a large attendance and the program conducted by President Evelyn Mikeska and her officers was conducted in a very formal and enjoyable procedure. We were honored to have Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and many others present to enjoy the occasion.

Also, we want to thank those members of Lodge 172 who spent many hours preparing the meeting and serving a very good dinner.

The Czech class which began Monday, March 13th was attended by 32 people. You can attend any Monday night at 7 p.m. Mrs. Helena (Skopova) Gejshersvanwijk is teaching basic Czech, so you do not have to speak or be a Czech to learn to speak. Some of the students are 12 years old and some are high school non-Czech students. So, come on and meet with us on Monday nights.

I would like to clarify a statement in my last letter to the Vestnik. We stated that our member Julius Zella had a stroke with his knee operation. I want to correct this as Julius did not have a stroke.

Another one of our members, Joyce Glass, suffered a stroke, but is recovering and is home now. Also, Alvin Bronikowski was in the hospital recently to have a tumor removed from his head and he is out of the hospital now and we wish him and all of our sick members a nice recovery.

Our next work party day is April 4th, Monday, and our next lodge meeting is April 27th, Wednesday, at 7:30 p.m.

Please attend these meetings and help to maintain our lodge. Everyone is welcome.

Our covered dish meetings this year will be March 23rd, June 22nd, September 28th, and December 21st, starting at 6:30 p.m. We will remind you .,., the.week before, —

The committee for our Gulf Coast Festival will be meeting in April to finalize plans for a bigger and better festival.

If you have any suggestions, please advise one of the officers.

I want to advise all graduating 1994 high school seniors to contact the lodge or one of the officers.

As always, fraternally, Jerry Dressler

—SPJST-

177, Academy Guest Speaker to Address Hearing Loss at April 13th Meeting Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, The April meeting of Lodge 177, Academy is scheduled for the second Wednesday of the Month, April 13, 1994.

Cathy Comstock, an audiologist associated with Dr. Arbour, ENT, will be our guest speaker. She will be discussing hearing loss. Although a hearing test will not be performed that night, all those interested can get a free hearing test done at her office at later date.

We encourage every member and guests to come to the meeting and make Cathy welcome. There will be a light supper beginning at 6:30 p.m. The youth meeting also begins at 6:30 p.m. The trustee's meeting begins at 7 p.m. and the business meeting gets under way at 7:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you then.

Fraternally, Janet Lyon, FAC

—SPJST-

180, Burleson Reports on March Meeting

Lodge

Dear Readers, Our meeting was opened by President Louis Grochoski. 17 members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a moment of silence for our departed members. We welcomed Keith Gatewood as our guest.

Barbara Heartgraves read the minutes of our February meeting. All officers made good reports.

We mourn the loss of our Supreme Lodge Vice President Bernie Gebala and extend our sincere condolences to his family. Condolences also go to Joyce Russell on the death of her brother.

We are enjoying our paved parking lot.

Now, if we could just keep the birds from decorating the front entrance. No one seems to have a solution to that problem.

The meeting adjourned after door prizes were drawn for Ernest Kelly and Ann Schneider.

Refreshments prepared by the ladies were enjoyed by all.

Fraternally, Estelle Hurtik —SPJST-(Continued on page 12)

Make the 1994 Lodge.

Recognition and Incentive Program work for your lodge: Tell a friend about SPJST.

10/VESTMIC-Wednesday. March 30. 1994

Quick-Start II Class of 1993 District One, District Tsio and District Three Graduates DISTRICT ONE QUICK-START II GRADUATES

Top 24 Producers of 1993 District Lodge Name 2 29 Albin Machu 5 88 Helen Hegwood, FIC Vincent Hegwood 5 88 6 97 Charles Garrett 5 88 Mildred Holeman 5 142 Sidon Tumis 4 160 Martha Broz 2 47 Frank Klinkovsky 5 91 June Smesny 5 196 Evelyn Mikeska, FIC 2 Gene McBride, FIC 200 2 80 Frank Pajestka, Jr. 7 133 Jarolyn Popp 6 30 Annimae Merta 6 Jerome Hlavaty, FIC 153 Matt Vanek 6 32 2 200 Bob Miracle 5 88 Edna Wehring Rubie Volek 2 187 2 87 Ladis Navratil 177 Kathy Fritz, FTC 2 3 66 Johnnie Gaidusek, Sr. Beverly Dianne Howle 1 188 1 17 Susan Skrabanek Special recognition was also given to our "Million Dollar Producers." In 1993, we had six sales representatives who sold in excess of $1 million dollars of insurance.

Million Dollar Producers of 1993 District Lodge Name Albin Machu 29 2 4 160 Martha Broz Diana Pelzel 4 160 Helen Hegwood, FIC 5 88 Victor Janak, Sr. 5 88 196 Evelyn Mikeska, FTC 5

Six-Month Incentive Award Winners The Supreme Lodge also sponsored a six- month incentive program for the sales representatives from July December. Prizes were determined by the amount of insurance applications written. The categories and prizes were: 6 applications -plaque 12 applications - plaque & jacket 18 applications - watch During this six-month time period, 504 insurance applications were written. 27 sales representatives qualified for a plaque. Six sales representatives received a plaque and jacket, and nine for a watch.

Here is a list of those sales representatives along with their award(s).

DISTRICT ONE Award - Plaque Lodge Name Clint Luksa 186 (Continued an next page)

Pictured, from left, front row: Beverly Dianne Howle, Lodge 188, Centerville; Lola Vavra, Lodge 17, New Tabor; and Susan Skrabanek, Lodge 17, New Tabor.

Standing, from left: Ernest Wentrcek, Lodge 189, Bryan - College Station; Clifton Junek, Lodge 189, Bryan - College Station; Melvin Skrabanek, Lodge 17, New Tabor; and Johnnie E. Holub, Lodge 67, Schulenburg.

DISTRICT TWO QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front row: Norma Cavanaugh, Lodge 20, Granger; Rubie Volek, Lodge 187, Round Rock; Linda Johnson, Lodge 177, Academy; and Kathy Fritz, F.I.C., Lodge 177, Academy.

Standing, from left: Albin Machu, Lodge 29, Taylor; DeAnn Beckendorf, Lodge 182, Marlin; Bob Miracle, Lodge 200, Bruceville - Eddy; Bobby Wuensche, Lodge 48, Beyersville; and Ladis Navratil, Lodge 87, Temple.

DISTRICT TWO (Cont.)

QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front: Alice Banning, FIC, Lodge 47, Seaton; Zephyr Marek, Lodge 174, Rockdale; Louise Zavodny, Lodge 24, Cyclone; and Dorothy Pechal, Lodge 47, Seaton.

Standing, from left: Patsy Koslovsky, Lodge 47, Seaton; Frank Pajestka, Jr., Lodge 80, Holland; Joe Liles, Lodge 80, Holland; Wallace Jez, Lodge 47, Seaton; Frank Klinkovsky, Lodge 47, Seaton; and Dolores Skrabanek, Lodge 47, Seaton.

DISTRICT THREE QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front: Martha Durham, Lodge 92, Fort Worth; Betty Olson, Lodge 84, Dallas; Mary Renfro, Lodge 154, Fort Worth; Viola Kocian, Lodge 178, Longview; and Joyce Russell, Lodge 180, Burleson.

Standing, from left: Inez Greenlees, Lodge 183, Arlington; Albert Kubala, Lodge 92, Fort Worth; Norman Kneschk, Lodge 183, Arlington; Ben Jarma, Lodge 84, Dallas; Johnny Holub, Lodge 35, Elk; Henry Breitkreutz, Lodge 35, Elk; and Angeline Stiborek, Lodge 183, Arlington.

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Quick-Start II Class of 1993 District Three, District Four and District Five Graduates DISTRICT THREE (Cont.)

QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front: Keith Gatewood, FIC, Lodge 66, Waco; Willie Mae Schuetz, Lodge 6, Cottonwood; Gladys Yates, Lodge 66, Waco; and Darlene Engelke, Lodge 66, Waco.

Standing, from left: Freddie Kaluza, Lodge 54, West; Johnnie Gaidusek, Lodge 66, Waco; Johnnie Krizan, Lodge 6, Cottonwood; Ernest Haskovec, Lodge 25, Ennis; Johnnie Krajca, Lodge 25, Ennis.

DISTRICT FOUR QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left: Elizabeth Walther, Lodge 49, Rowena; Diana Pelzel, Lodge 160, San Angelo; Lodge 160, San Angelo; and Martha Broz, Lodge 160, San Angelo.

DISTRICT FIVE QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front row: Lillia Mae Peter, Lodge 172, Pasadena; Edna Wehring, Lodge 88, Houston; Helen Hegwood, Lodge 88, Houston; and Vicki Dressler, Lodge 172, Pasadena.

Standing, from left: Victor Janak, Lodge 88, Houston; Alvin Sefcik, Lodge 172, Pasadena; Louis Hanus, Lodge 88, Houston; Mildred Holeman, Lodge 88, rIouston; Sidon Tumis, Lodge 142, Llouston; Vincent Hegwood, Lodge 88, Houston; and Lydia Marsh, Lodge 88, Houston.

DISTRICT FIVE (Cont.)

QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front: Evelyn Mikeska, FIC, Lodge 196, Houston; Katheryn Kocsis, Lodge 181, Conroe; and June Smesny, Lodge 91, Crosby.

Standing, from left: Tucker Weems, Lodge 191, Lufkin; Michael Moore, Lodge 196, Houston; John Anderson, Lodge 191, Lufkin; and Herbert Swonke, Lodge 181, Conroe.

Award - Plaque and Jacket Lodge Name Susan Skrabanek 17 DISTRICT TWO Award - Plaque Lodge Name Evelyn Gustafson 18 Frank Pajestka, Jr. 80 Ladis Navratil 87 177 Kathy Fritz, FIC 177 Linda Johnson Bob Miracle 200 Award - Plaque and Jacket midge Name 20 Norma Cavanaugh Willie E. Kohutek 47 187 Rubie Volek Gene McBride, FIC 200 Award - Watch Lodge Name 29 Albin Machu

Lodge 25 35 54 84 92 92 154 154

DISTRICT THREE Award- Plaque Name Johnnie Krajca Henry Breitkreutz, Sr. Freddie Kaluza Ben Jarma Albert Kubala Evelyn Spacek Talon Milan Mary Renfro

Lodge 66

Award - Plaque & Jacket Name Johnnie Gaidusek, Sr.

Award - Watch Lodge Name Emil Petr 84

Lodge 160

DISTRICT FOUR Award - Plaque Name Diana Pelzel

Award - Watch Lodge Name Martha Broz 160

Lodge 81 88 88 142 181

DISTRICT FIVE Award - Plaque Name Benita Walzel Louis Hanus Victor Janak, Sr. Sidon Tumis Katheryn Kocsis

Lodge 88 88 91 196

Award - Watch Name Helen Hegwood, FIC Edna Wehring June Smesny Evelyn Mikeska, FIC

DISTRICT SIX Award - Plaque Lodge Name Eddie Vrana 23 James Bacak 40 (Continued on next page)

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Ray Pilgrim Jerome Hlavaty, FIC

Quick-Start II Class of 1993

Award - Watch Lodge Name 30 Annimae Merta Charles Garrett 97 DISTRICT SEVEN Award - Plaque Lodge Name 79 Jim Wiest, FIC 93 Werner Ahrens In order to keep up the team spirit we realized in 1993, our 1994 sales incentive programs were set up utilizing football terms. Sales representatives are being recognized on a monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual basis with such programs as the "Running Back Club," "Quarterback Club," and the "Coach's Club." The SPJST Insurance Department looks forward to recognizing many sales representatives during the year in each of these categories.

In Memory of Brother Hugo Kocian

Ron Kocian, son of Hugo Kocian, accepted the Quick-Start II certificate posthumously for his father who was a sales representative for Lodge 178, Longview.

Lodge 183 Arlington Reports on March Meeting Dear Readers, The meeting was called to order on March 14, 1994 at 7 p.m. by President Jeanne Roznos. 22 members were present. Secretary Shelby Sill read the minutes of the last meeting.

Angeline Stiborek announced one new member, Nelda Karasek. She was approved by the membership. Welcome to our lodge!

The workshop of March 12th in Seaton, Texas was attended by four of our members who asked for our lodges' input on an ethnic theme (all cultures getting together) for the 100th celebration in 1997.

By-laws Committee Chairman Ed Fitzgerald read the changes that have been made in sections 1 and 2. At the next meeting he will read the rest of the changes and have copies for everyone to review so that a vote can be taken to approve the changes in the by-laws.

The Kitchen, Bar, Bingo and Treasury reports were all given by the respective chairpersons.

Treasurer Leon Stiborek also reported that Lodge 183 received a refund check of $4,048.38 for taxes paid on utilities during charitable functions at our lodge. Leon did an outstanding job of researching and compiling figures of the last four years, proving that our lodge is a 73 percent charitable organization. He was applauded by all members present for his efforts.

District Six and District Seven Graduates DISTRICT SIX QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front row: Matt Vanek, Lodge 32, Victoria; Mary Matula, Lodge 4, Hallettsville; Annimae Merta, Lodge 30, Taiton; and Albert Olsovsky, Lodge 23, Moravia.

Standing, from left: Charles Garrett, Lodge 97, Placedo; Adolf Motal, Lodge 32, Victoria; James Bacak, Lodge 40, El Campo - Hillje; and Jerome Hlavaty, FIC, Lodge 153, LaSalle.

DISTRICT SEVEN QUICK-START II GRADUATES Pictured, from left, front row: Polly Bayer, Lodge 197, Floresville; Jarolyn Popp, Lodge 133, San Antonio; Maxine Pavliska, Lodge 107, Floresville; and Helen Pavelka, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi.

Standing, from left: Louis Krupala, Lodge 164, Rio Hondo; Werner Ahrens, Lodge 93, Hobson; Jim Wiest, FIC, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi; Jerry Elzner, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi; and Monta Foster, Lodge 31, Yoakum.

The Trustee Report given by Chairman John Adamek reported that the icemaker that our lodge has been renting for $85 a month for the last 14 years was bought for $107 and that he is also working on purchasing the beer box for $550 (versus $59 a month rental). A motion was made and approved to buy the box.

Our lodge has also been paying $179 a month for an eight-yard garbage disposal dumpster. It was determined that a fouryard dumpster would better suit the needs of the lodge and save $79 per month.

Good job, John!

Members of Lodge 183 would like to offer our sincere sympathy to the family of Bernard Gebala, Vice President of the Supreme Lodge, who passed away this past month. Lodge 183 is also extending a gift of $50 to go to the fund set up in his memory.

Tickets will be sold at the beginning of each monthly meeting for a drawing that will take place at the end of the meeting.

Half of all proceeds will be given to our Sunshine Chairperson Irene Pustejovsky.

This was voted on and passed by everyone present.

The meeting adjourned. B.J. Hlavaty won the drawing for this meeting.

PLEASE HELP US OUT! Lodge 183 is in need of members to work bingo. We need members who can sell cards and work in the kitchen. Bingo is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. and on Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Vacation time is coming up for our workers and we are shorthanded. Thank you.

Michelle Roznos, Reporter

—SPJST-

202, BleiblervilleNelsonville to Host Workshop April 8 Lodge

Lodge No. 202 will host an officers and members workshop at the SPJST on Friday night, April 8, 1994, beginning at 6:30 p.m. A light meal will be served at 6:30 p.m.

Please come out to this workshop and learn a little more about the SPJST and also enjoy the fellowship.

We are looking forward to seeing you there.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky, State FAC

--SPJST-

Club of Fort Worth Reports on March Meeting Friendship

Dear Readers, Our meeting on March 2 was called to order by President Jo Prochaska, who led us in the pledge to our flag.

We started off with our guest speakers, Sheri Petrie and Cindy Farrell, as their time was limited. They presented an informative message about Sanus Health Care.

Johnny Kret was made welcome along with Don Fletcher.

The minutes by Merel Kovar and the treasurer's report by Lydia Alholm were approved as read.

Our Sunshine Chairperson wasn't able to attend and she gave me her report to read.

Millie Walker still wasn't able to attend our meeting. The cake that was baked for her 100th birthday was taken to her home along with all of the birthday gift cards by Rose Steinman. Mollie was surprised to have received a card from Willard Scott.

The club gave a $100 donation to the St. Thomas Catholic Church in her honor.

That also made her very happy. Get well soon, Mollie.

Congratulations to Billye Starr on having a granddaughter.

I talked to Maria Prill on March 7th, her 84th birthday and she is doing better at her daughter's place in Surprise, Arizona. She hopes to be home in May. She sends her regards.

Our next meeting on Wednesday, April 6 will meet at the Sokol Club at 6500 Boat Club. If you need to call, the phone number is 237-5181. The time will be the same-10:30 a.m.

Our hostesses will be Louise Oujesky, Ann Sustala and Ella Gagnon.

We extend our get well wishes to Joe Milan.

Happy Birthday was sung to Carrie Milan, Clem Oujesky, Ann Sustala, Jo Prochaska, Maria Prill, Harold Balvan and Annie Whitsill.

Marie Tesar was our door prize win-

Wednesday. March 30. 1994-VESTMK/13 ner.

Grace was said and the lunch and games were enjoyed by all.

So until—Keep Smiling.

Fraternally, Mary Pavey

—SPJST-

Announcements Sefcik-Kubin Family Reunion The descendants and friends of the late George and Frances Kubin Sefcik of the New Tabor Community are invited to a reunion on Sunday, June 26, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., in St. Mary's Catholic Gym, located at 500 Old San Antonio Road, Caldwell, Texas.

Please note the date change. Past reunions were the first Sunday of June.

Bring covered dishes to share at noon.

Plates, silverware, coffee and tea will be provided.

Bring family pictures and historical information that you would like to share with the family.

The 1994 Committee: The families of George, Frank and Albina Sefcik

—SPJST-

Shiller Family Reunion Lesikar -

This year the 104th Lesikar - Shiller (Schiller, Siller) Reunion will be held on Saturday, April 16, 1994, in the spacious home of Imogne Hassell, 1006 North Hull, Caldwell, Texas.

We plan to eat at 12:30 pm. Please bring a meat dish, vegetables, or dessert.

Coffee, tea, napkins, paper plates, and plastic knives and forks will be furnished.

Slides and pictures of the ancestral village of Cermna and the 1993 Shiller reunion there, as well as the festivities honoring Josef Lidumil Lesikar, will be shown.

Annual Repka Family Reunion

26th

On Sunday, April 10, we will be celebrating the 26th Annual Repka Reunion.

Please join us at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas for a wonderful time with family and friends. Once again we will be having a delicious barbecue dinner at noon. The cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children, plus $1 per family to cover the rental fee for the kitchen and dining areas.

We ask that you bring a side dish or dessert. We also need to know how many people to prepare for, so please send your money, along with the number of people who plan to attend. We need to know by March 28th. So, check with family and friends and plan to bring as many as you can!

Hope to see you there!

Beth L. Baethe 819 Key Street Houston, Texas 77009 (713) 868-9464

—SPJST-

Bedrich

Family Reunion The Bedrich Reunion will be held July 17th at the Seaton Lunch Room. A buffett lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m.

Doors open at 10 a.m. Each family is to bring enough fod for their family and guests that they bring. Tea, coffee, plates and silverware will be provided. For more information, call Dorothy (Bedrich) Zabcik (817) 778-8374, James Bedrich (512) 452-8074, or Jerry Bedrich at (817) 983-3962).

Submitted by, Jerry Bedrich —SPJST-

a Difference: Attend Your Local Lodge Meetings Make

—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 —SPJST-

n

Memoriam

In Memory of oe Frank Mikeia We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge No. 155, Austin, wish to express our sympathy to the family of Joe Frank Mikolaj, who passed away suddenly on February Joe Frank Mikolaj 17, 1994, after a two-week residency at Heartstone Nursing Home in Round Rock.

Rosary was recited by Rev. Lonnie Urban on February 19 at Condra Funeral Home in Taylor. Funeral Mass was held the following Sunday at at 3 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Taylor.

A funeral cortege from the church to the Catholic cemetery passed by honor guards of Taylor firemen stationed at the first five intersections on Washburn Street, including a fire truck at each one.

Joe was a volunteer fireman while he resided in Taylor. He later moved to Austin where he helped to organize the Central Texas Volunteer Firemen's Association during World War II. After the cemetery services, all were invited to a supper at Rudy Mikeska's Barbecue.

Joe was born December 21, 1901 in Industry, Texas. On October 2, 1922, he married Lillie Janovsky, also of Industry, whom he had known since they were infants. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1972 . They spent a total of 59 wonderful years together in Taylor and Austin, until her death on July 22, 1981, due to heart failure.

While they lived in Taylor, he helped his father at the Taylor Bottling Works, a family business venture. He, his brother, Ben, and his father performed on stage in Czech plays. His wife, Lillie, usually played the heroine. In his early years, he also loved to fish and huntt. He eventually opened a music store and organized his own band. He played the accordion. He was later offered a position to work for the Oil and Gas Division of the Texas Railroad Commission in Austin where he worked for 28 years until his retirement.

Joe was an active member of SPJST Lodge 155, Hlava Texasu, in Austin, KJT Catholic Fraternal, Knights of Columbus in Taylor, and the Austin Czech Historical Association. He was also historian for the Svajda reunion annual celebrations in Industry. At the August 1993 reunion he was honored and roasted with a surprise birthday (92) party. Several hundred people attended. His cake was decorated with king's red crown. The Austin Czech Historical Association also honored him with a birthday party. He was a member of St. Austin's Church in Austin.

At one time, he was president of the Gem and Mineral Society in Austin and participated in the show and sale of finished jewelry and raw minerals and rocks that he polished and/or cut in his workshop. He had a vast collection, traveling to other states with Lillie during each vacation, looking for stones and rocks.

Thus was the reason for the "Rock Hound" sign that stood in front of his home until he sold most of his collection.

Joe was the eldest in his family. He was preceded in death by brothers, Ben, George, and a sister, Mary. , . He is sur--1

vived by his youngest sister, Lillian Caldwell, who lives in Taylor and several nephews and nieces.

Pallbearers were Dr. Jerry Svajda, Dr. Leonard Svajda, Louis Motl, Virgil Svajda, D.J. Motl, and Gary Chmelir.

He will he greatly missed, along with his wit and genial manner; hut, by joining Lillie, he is happy.

Fraternally, Alice Prasatik, Reporter-Historian

—SPJST-

Resolution

of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 92, in Fort Worth, Texas, wish to express heartfelt sympathy on behalf of our entire membership, to the family of GLADYS CLARA POWOLNY, who died on Wednesday, March 2, 1994 at the age of 76, at a Fort Worth hospital.

Mrs. Powolny was born in Plum, Texas and had lived in Fort Worth since 1925.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge No. 92. She died of a stroke.

Vigil was held at 6:30 p.m. at Shannon North Chapel. Funeral was held at 10 a.m. on Friday at St. Paul Catholic Church on March 4, 1994. Burial was in Greenwood Memorial Park. Shannon North Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Sister Powolny's survivors are: husband, James W Powolny of Fort Worth; two daughters, Nancy Spears of Burleson and Kaye Powolny of Fort Worth; a brother, C.E. Korenek of Haltom City; and one granddaughter.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee: Rose Jaworski Victoria Murphy Mona Lee Hattendorf

—SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Pokrok, Dallas No. 84, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother, ANTON H. KRAHULIK, who passed away on March 2, 1994 at the age of 78. He was a member of the Memorial Assembly of God Church in Duncanville, Texas and SPJST Lodge No. 84 in Dallas. He was born in Deanville, Texas. In Dallas, he worked for the James K. Wilson Co. and for 28 years with Texas Paper Co. Survivors include his wife, Frances Adkins Krahulik, of Duncanville, Texas; a daughter, and son-in-law, Antoinette and Lloyd McCutchen, of Bedford, Texas; a son, Kenneth Krahulik; grandsons, Loren, Darren and Kevin McCutchen; four sisters, Ella Machalek of Temple, Texas, Millie Adamek of Mesquite, Texas, Adele Elliot of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Irene Reznicek of Waco, Texas. He was preceded in death by his late wife, Laurine Reznicek Krahulik in 1979.

Funeral services were held on March 4th at Laurel Land Memorial Chapel with Rev. Derwood Dubose and Rev. Gaylan

14/VESTWK-Wednesday. March 30, 1994 Claunch officiating. Interment was at Laurel Land Memorial Park in Dallas, Texas.

May our departed brother rest in peace and his memory remain with us forever.

Resolution Committee, Evelyn Salac Justine Yeager

-SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Pokrok, Dallas No. 84, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed brother,

CHARLEY F. BLATNEY, who passed away on March 2nd at the age of 86. He was owner and operator of Standard Glass and Mirror in Dallas for more than 40 years. He was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church and SPJST Lodge No. 84 in Dallas and a former member of the Knights of Columbus. , Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Virginia Blatney of Dallas; a daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and James Smith of Grand Prairie, Texas; a son, Charlie Ray Blatney of California; a sister, Lillie Leath of DeSoto, Texas; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary was at Restland Memorial Chapel on March 4.

Mass of Christian burial was held on March 5th at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas, with Msgr.

John Gulczynski as celebrant. Interment was at Restland Memorial Park in Dallas.

May our departed brother rest in peace and his memory remain with us forever.

Resolution Committee Evelyn Salac Justine Yeager SPJST-

Memory of Joe F. Hejl, Jr. In

Joe F. Hejl, Jr., of Taylor, died Friday, February 25, 1994 at Johns Community Hospital.

Mr. Hejl was born on December 19, 1918 in Taylor, the son of Joe and Antonie (Simcik) Hejl. He was retired from Alcoa. He was a member of Taylor Brethren. Church, SPJST Lodge 29, V.F.W. Post 4009 in Thorndale, and a World War II veteran.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brother-in-laws.

Survivors are his wife, Martha Hejl of Taylor; two sons, Allen Hejl and wife, Kenda, of Forney, and Frankie Hejl and wife, Cathy, of Taylor; four grandchildren, Kerry and Kelli Hejl of Forney, and Timothy and Wesley Hejl of Taylor; two sisters, Della Miksch of Houston, and Lydia Peterson of Torance, Calif.; one brother, Daniel Heil and wife, Lillian, of Temple; four nephew and three nieces.

Services were held at the Taylor Brethren Church on Sunday, February 27, 1994 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. James Hejl officiating and burial at Taylor City Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Bobby Miksch, Daniel P. Hejl, Jr., Ted W. Hejl, Chester Simcik, Albert Simcik, Jr., and Eugene Kaderka.

-SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy The members of Lodge 35, Elk, wish to express our sympathy to the family of our departed brother, John M. Jurecka of Mart. He died on Wednesday, March 9 in a mart nursing home at the age of 93.

Graveside services were held at 4 p.m.

Thursday, March 10, at the Mart Cemetery. The Rev. Rodney C. 13Iasingame officiated.

Mr. Jurecka was born on June 21, 1900 in Schulenburg. He moved to Otto in 1908. He was a farmer and a 50-year member of the SPJST Lodge No. 35. He married Ernestine Meta Haase on December 5, 1928; she preceded him in death.

Survivors include a son, Don Jurecka of Mart; a brother, Charlie L. Jurecka of Waco; two granddaughters; and a greatgrandson.

The family designated St. John's United Church of Christ in Otto, or the individual's favorite charity for memorials.

Bellmead Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

May he rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Inez Breitkreutz Dorothy Banik Elizabeth Kubitza ----SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge member,

FRANCES WEICHERT, who passed away early Thursday morning, October 28, 1993 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Bryan.

Mrs. Weichert was born on July 27, 1919, in the Providence Community of Burleson County, the daughter of the late John and Pauline Zgabay Horcica. She attended the Providence and Caldwell schools. On November 18, 1937, she married Emily Weichert in Caldwell.

Mrs. Weichert was a lifelong resident of Burleson County. She was a member of the Caldwell Brethren Church and a member of SPJST Lodge No. 17, Novy Tabor. Family members said that she will be remembered for her love for all her family.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Pauline Horcica; a sister, Milady Valenta; and four brothers, Joe, John, Ed and Bill Horcica. She is survived by her husband of nearly 56 years, Emily Weichert; four daughters and sonin-laws, Georgia and Stanley Simecek and Carolyn and Alvin Zemanek of Bryan, Evelyn and John Hirt of Rockdale, and Helen and Colonel Paul Ihrke of Honolulu, Hawaii; three sons and two daughter-in-laws, Roger and Delores Weichert of Caldwell, Larry and Cheryl Weichert of Somerville, and Gary Weichert of Buffalo; one sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Walter Matcek of Bryan; sixteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 30, 1993 at the Caldwell Brethren Church with Rev. Richard Stone, Henry Beseda and John McCaffrey officiating. Interment followed in Caldwell Masonic Cemetery.

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

Fraternally submitted, Resolution Committee, Melvin Skrabanek Stanely Mrnustik Susan Skrabanek

-SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the officers and members of Lodge No. 18, Elgin, Texas, express our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the wife, family and friends of

ERVIN E. GUSTAFSON, age 63, of Elgin, who was born on February 18, 1931 and died March 3, 1994.

Curly graduated from Elgin High School in 1949 and was in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955. He married Helen Ray Newstrom on April 22, 1956.

Curly worked for East Texas Freight from 1956 to 1965. From 1965 until his retirement in 1991, he worked for the U.S. Post Office.

In 1991 he was named Fraternalist of the Year in the SPJST and was only the third in the state of Texas named to the honor.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joel and Martha Gustafson.

Survivors include his wife, Helen Ray Gustafson; two brothers, Leslie and his wife, Evelyn Gustafson and Wilbert and his wife, Mary Ann Gustafson, all of Elgin; and three nieces.

Funeral services were held at Grace Lutheran Church in Elgin with interment in the Elgin Cemetery, with Pastor Bryan Sullivan officiating.

Memorials may be made to the Grace Lutheran Scholarship Fund, SPJST Scholarship Fund or to Hospice of Williamson County, 308A West Seventh Street, Georgetown, Texas 78626.

Thank God for your spouse each night; your love is one of the most precious blessings on earth.

Special thanks to Elgin Golden Years Nursing Home and to Dr. Russell Hoverman.

Arrangements were by Elgin Funeral Home.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory live forever among all who knew him.

Submitted by, Leslie and Evelyn Gustafson -SPJST--

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge No. 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister,

BIRDICE FAYE FAUST, who died December 18, 1993 at UTMB in Galveston.

Sister Faust was born on August 31, 1940 in Birmingham, Alabama to Ben F. and Duley Pickett Fletcher. On June 29, 1963, she was married to Glenn A. Faust at the Caldwell Brethren Parsonage. She became a member of the New Tabor Brethren Church in September of 1964.

Sister Faust was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking. Coconut cake, German chocolate cake and homemade bread

were her specialties. Other interests included caring for her grandchildren, reading, watching TV and doing chores around the farm.

Survivors include her husband, Glenn A. Faust of Caldwell; a son and daughterin-law, Mar A. and Gina Faust; two daughters and son-in-laws, Lori and Terry Suehs and Glenda and George Smith all of Caldwell; a sister, Connie Perry of Bryan; three grandchildren, Branden Suehs, Travis and Morgan Smith and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held December 21, 1993 at the New Tabor Brethren Church with Rev. Millard Stutts officiating, Interment followed in the New Tabor Brethren Cemetery.

May our lodge sister rest in eternal peace and may her memory live among us forever.

Resolution Committee, Susan Skrabanek Stanley Mrnustik Melvin Skrabanek

SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge member,

EDWINA A. "HATTIE" HEJL who passed away on Saturday morning, October 23, 1993 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan.

Edwina Hejl was born in Caldwell to Thomas Antone and Julie Ann Hlavaty Luksa. On December 26, 1936, she married Edward Hejl at the Caldwell Brethren Church. She was employed for several years by the Caldwell Locker Plant and later as a nurse's aid at Leisure Lodge nursing home in Caldwell. Mrs. Hejl was a member of the Caldwell Brethren Church and of SPJST Lodge No. 17, New Tabor. Family members said that she was an excellent cook and enjoyed flower gardening and running errands for her friends and family.

Survivors include her husband, Edward Hejl of Caldwell; one brother, Tony J. Luksa, Sr. of Caldwell; three sisters, Vlasta Goen and Estelle Pivonka, both of Caldwell and Mary Hejl of Austin; and nutnerous nephews and nieces.

Funeral services for Sister Hejl were held on Monday, October 25, 1993 at 2:00 p.m. from the Caldwell Brethren Church with the Rev. Richard Stone officiating. Interment was in the New Tabor Brethren Church Cemetery.

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

Fraternally submitted, Resolution Committee, Melvin Skrabanek Stanley Mrnustik Susan Skrabanek -SPJST-

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Youth Letters Section

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Reports on March Meeting

District Two Skating Party A Big Hit

Dear Readers, Lodge 9 had their monthly meeting on March 2. John See, III spoke to us on "Saving Our Pennies."

We had a craft contest and then Amy Gaas and Mrs. Ann led some games for

Dear Readers, The Annual District Two Skating Party was held on February 13 at Skate haven in Temple. Everyone enjoyed two hours of skating and visiting. We had a fantastic attendance with 135 youth members, parents, friends, and leaders.

Door prizes of $5 or Valentine candy were won by lucky ticket holders.

Thanks to each of you who attended our once again successful district activity.

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, District Two DYC SPJST-

4, Hallettsville Youth Club to Meet April 10

Lodge

Hi, Youth Members, Our next monthly meeting will be held on April 10, 1994 at 2 p.m. at the Hallettsville Youth Center. There are several things planned on the agenda.

We will be nominating new youth club officers who will then be elected at the May meeting. We will also be having an Easter egg hunt for the kids.

We had several youth members participate in the T-shirt contest, but no winners.

Jeremy Kalmus (14), President (3-24-94) —SPJST--

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Welcomes New Member Everybody in the Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club would like to welcome our newest member, Holly Slenk. Holly, who is six years old, is the daughter of John and Angie Slenk of Snook.

She also has two sisters, Heather and Haley.

Holly, who attends Snook Elementary School and Sunday School at Snook Brethren Church, enjoys the outdoors—especially in the summer time. She also loves to play with her animals—a cat, rabbit and a dog. She also enjoys swinging and swimming, making crafts and playing games after the Youth Club meetings.

SPJST-

Happy Easter

US.

We will have a pizza party at our April meeting.

Fraternally, Jason Gaas (3-21-94) —SPJST-

13, Dime Box Youth Club Planning Sleep Over April 15

Youth Leader Emilie Tischler reminded everyone about the Spring Meeting on March 13 at Seaton.

The meeting was then adjourned.

Following the meeting, everyone joined in a fingerprinting activity.

Sincerely, Alana Shirocky, Reporter (3-22-94) SPJST-

District Two Young People Enjoy February Skating Party

Lodge

Dear Readers, The Dime Box SPJST held its monthly meeting on March 20, 1994. Our next meeting will be on April 15 and we will have a "sleep over." We can each invite a friend. We will also be meeting on April 7 to go to the nursing home. LaDonna Jatzlau, our youth leader, reminded us that Youth Achievement Day is July 17.

Happy Easter!

Fraternally, Alicia Ford (8) (3-23-94) —SPJST-

David Koslovsky (47) and Loren Johnson (187) enjoy a friendly skate.

Break time for the Academy girls!

13, Dime Box Youth Club Reports on March Meeting

Lodge

Dear Readers, The March 20, 1994 meeting of the Lodge No. 13 Youth Club was called to order at 12:30 by President Matt Ford.

We talked about going to visit the older people at the Caldwell Rest Home.

Then, it was decided that we would leave from the school as soon as it is out on April 7, 1994. Anyone who wants to go can contact Ray Ann Ford or Lee Flippin.

We are having a "sleep over" at the Hall on April 5, 1994 and you can invite a friend. Everyone should bring a snack such as chips, dips, cookies, etc. Our April meeting will be at 6 p.m. See you then.

Fraternally, Sue Ellen Flippin (3-24-94) —SPJST-

Winners of the $5 prizes were, from left, front: Kristen Klecka (47), Shannon Pechal (47), and Lindsay Shirocky (20). Back row: Rayetta Speikerman (177), Melanie Koslovsy (47), visitor, Sharon Holman (187), and Judy Pechal (47).

20, Granger Reports on March Meeting

Lodge

Dear Readers, Lodge 20, Granger, held their monthly meeting on Sunday, March 6. Johna Lalla led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Vice President Brenna Bohac conducted the meeting. There were nine members, five adults and one social member present.

Laura Spanel-Weber was given a Certificate of Recognition for the T-shirt contest. Everyone discussed the fun time we had at the February skating party.

Winners of the Valentine candy were, from left, front: Andy Baker (24), Jarred Eixman (24), Tiffany Wolf (177), Laura Spanel-Weber (20), and Sara Wagner (177). Back: Tammy Baker (24), Ashley Veselka (24), Victoria Smith (47), and Nicole Dawson (20).

16/V ✓STMK-Wednesday, March 30, 1994

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Invites Everyone to Easter Party on April 2 Dear Members and Friends, The March meeting of the Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club was held Sunday, March 6, 1994 at 2 p.m. We had an excellent attendance of 19 members, ten adults, and three guests. Guests were Jimmy Baker, Jarred Eixman, and Matthew Jahns.

Our Youth Club is proud to have had two participants in the Camp T-shirt design contest. They are Jennifer Ashcraft and Harold Vanicek, Jr. They were presented with their participation certificates at our March Youth Club meeting. Harold was also the first place winner in th 15 - 17 age category. He was presented with his first place prize, a portable CD player, at the District Two Spring Meeting. Congratulations to both Harold and Jennifer for sharing their creative talents.

The District Two Spring Youth Club Meeting was held on Sunday, March 13 at 1 p.m. In the election of youth club officers, Tammy Baker of our youth club was elected Secretary-Treasurer for the District Two Youth Club.

Our Youth Club Lodge is proud that we will be hosting this year's District Two Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, July 10. We anticipate a successful day and look forward to seeing our friends throughout the district.

Our mother lodge will be having a County-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, April 16 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. We will have a bake sale booth. Any donations of baked goods would be greatly appreciated.

We will begin our candy fund raiser on April 2. We will be selling World's Finest Chocolate candy bars for $1 a bar.

The candy will be distributed to members at our April meeting. We hope to have a successful selling event.

The April meeting will be on Saturday, April 2 at 2 p.m. After our meeting, we will have an Easter egg hunt. There will

also be many activities for both young and old. We would like to invite all Lodge 24 members and friends to this "Fun Day." We will have games like volleyball and softball, etc. The Youth Club will provide Easter eggs and Easter candy. Refreshments of sandwiches, chips, dips, sweets, and drinks will be served. If you can bring any type of refreshment, it would be appreciated. If you would like any information about the Easter hunt or any of the other activities of the day, feel free to call me at (817) 983-3378.

Happy Easter and hope to see you on Saturday, April 2.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Youth Leader —SPJST-

47, Seaton Youth Club Reports on March Meeting Lodge

Dear Readers, The March 6, 1994 meeting of the Lodge 47 Youth Club was called to order

by President E.J. Pechal at 2:10 p.m.

Heath Novosad led the Pledge of Allegiance and club motto. The register was read. There were 33 members and seven adults present. One guest, Ricky Brenek, was introduced. The minutes were read and approved. Melanie gave the treasurer's report.

Youth Leader Ginger Greger reported on upcoming events for March. Trash pick up was set for March 26th, followed

by Beseda practice and a hot dog lunch.

Tom Watts packages were handed out.

Orders need to be turned in at our April meeting. Don't forget—our April meeting will be on April 10. We will have our Easter egg hunt that day also. Be sure to bring your filled plastic eggs or any type of wrapped candy that can be hidden.

We attended the District Two Youth Club Spring Meeting on March 13.

Youth Club elections were held.

Congratulations to Melanie Koslovsky for being elected President.

Another reminder for April. We will

r Order Your Camp T-Shirts Here Parents and Youth Members, Camp T-Shirts will be for sale this year for all of those youth club members attending camp. The cost of the T-shirts are $4.25 for adults, $3.95 for youth, and $5.25 for sizes 2X and over. Members will receive their T-shirts on the first day of camp.

The T-shirts must be pre-ordered and paid for in advance. If you or your child would like to order a T-shirt, complete the order form below, enclose a check or money order, and mail by May 3rd to: SPJST Youth Department • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 Lodge

Name Address Phone Please order the following T-shirts: Adult—$4.25 Small (34-36) Medium (38-40) Large (42-44) Extra-Large (46-48)

Youth—$3.95 Small (6-8) Medium (10-12) Large (14-16)

Adult (Large)—$5.25 2X or Larger L

Total Number of Shirts Ordered

meet at the hall on Friday, April 8 to do some decorating. Everyone try to be there by 6:30 p.m.

Birthdays in the month of March were celebrated by Heather Novosad, Clifton Coufal and Lisa Greger. The meeting was adjourned at 3 p.m.

Fraternally, Kristin Klecka, Reporter (3-18-94) --SPJST-

142, Houston Youth Club Reports on March Meeting Lodge

Dear Readers, The Youth Club of Lodge 142, Houston held their monthly meeting on Sunday, March 6, 1994 at 1:15 p.m.

The youth club discussed how at our last lodge monthly meeting, each lady in attendance was given a red carnation in observance of Valentine's Day. The youth also gave away two heart-shaped boxes of Valentine candy as additional

door prizes for the meeting. They were won by Frank Tumis and Rudy Cernoch.

For this month's social, the youth went to the IMAX Theatre. "The Hidden Hawaii" was showing. It was a very interesting movie showing the formation of islands and volcano lava flowing.

Afterwards, we all went to eat at the Hard Rock Cafe on Kirby. That was also a very interesting place to see and look at all the old memorabilia.

On Sunday, March 13, 1994, the District Five Spring meeting was held at Lodge 172 in Pasadena. There was a very nice attendance at this meeting. The dinner was delicious and enjoyed by all.

The remaining pastries were auctioned off after the meeting and the money collected was divided among the Youth Clubs that were in attendance.

The District Five Easter Egg hunt was scheduled for March 26, 1994 at Lodge 88 at 2 p.m.

See you there.

Fraternally, Elizabeth Hermis, Youth Leader Lodge 142, Houston —SPJST-

196 Youth Candace Hale Symbolizes SPJST "Flame of Tomorrow" Lodge

Five, is one of those young people . We Dear Members, This is a story of a young lady have many more like her all over the named Candace Hale. Her Mother state. Members, read your Vestnik.

Lodge is 196 West Katy and her youth Look to the youth section and see what leader is Jill Stasny. Candace is presi- our young people are doing. dent of the Youth Club, an officer in the Candace Hale is a very outgoing National Honor Society and a member young lady. In talking with her, you quickly k n that she wants to give of the Student Council at her school.

She recently competed in the Miss something to the Society. She is Teenage Texas on the way up.

She is very proud Scholarship of her Czech herPageant in Dallas, itage and she is Texas. She placed proud of her fourth —out of 77 grandparents. contestants—in Rest assured, the Miss Congenfellow members, iality segment of the pageant. the Society will grow and prosper Members, she when these same is just one of young people take many young peoup the charge of ple out there in our founding "SPJST Land." who will some fathers—just as our leaders are day take charge of doing today. our Society and Let's continue lead it to greater to reach out and heights.

Candace Hale teach them. Let Our forefathers them know why founded this Society to help their brothers and sis- SPJST was founded. Yes, I know it is ters. Since then, it has continued to in th history books of the society, but let grow and prosper thanks to those lead- our own actions and deeds speak as ers who were dedicated to making it loudly as words.

Keep it up, young people and better for the membership. I wonder if Candace Hale. Follow your dreams and they visualized the Society as it is today.

Perhaps they did. They ignited a flame make them come true. You are all in that even today, burns within the hearts our hearts and you are the Flame of Tomorrow. of our young people.

Fraternally, There are many of our members out Marie Stayton there who are now learning more about their heritage. Candace, here in District —SPJST-

a Happy Easter Have

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W.E. Souchek Brien Nerudova dove-de mocne Lodge 88 rozechveti struny citu zvla gtnirn trpkym Roku 1870 vygly ye zvlagtafin otisku --SPJST-tonem zakladnim, jen rozechvev srdce jeho feuilletonnf studie „Pro strach bezdeky probouzi throve's" cely svet iidovskY." myglenek a rozvaiovanf.

Roku 1871 megkal po nejakY eas na Mezi lyrickymi basnemi jihu eeskem, °dim& eerpal latku k ttvrt* Cast NerudovYmi stkvi se mnoho pravych rozkognYm „Eldogam"; za rok na to Cestovav roku 1863 jiinfm perel poesie, vznikajicich prostotou, pak cestoval severozapadialmi lazemi Nemeckem a nav gtfviv Pafit, kdet po krasou i vfelosti citu ve forme eeskymi, odlcudi podal celou fadu delgf dobu pobyl, podaval do dokonale. Nejvyge stoji tu pisne poutavych obrazIcti. „Matiece," „Z melnicke skaly" a feuilletonu „Hlasu" o ceste sve i o Roku 1873 megkal po eas svetove ohnive „Ohlasy italskych narodnich vystavy ve Vidni, odkudi psal celou vysiedku studif svych zajimave Z verse vypravnych pfedevgfm fadu veiezajimavych „Studif obrazky, jet pak roku 1864 i ve vznika tichvatny „Divoky Zvuk." I v vystavnich." Tehot roku vzleffsil a sbfrce pod nazvem „Pafilske zvlagtnf basni razu balladoveho v tonu spolu s Halkem redgovati se jal obrazky" vydal.

Roku 1865 sloueila se redakce narodnim jest Neruda velmi gt'asten. belletristicky tydenna „Lurnir," jehot Rovnei „Kniha verso easovy'ch" redakci pozdeji ale oba slotili do rukou „Hlasu" s redakcf „Narod. ; Neruda sta y se rovnet vznika, jak mohutnostf mz glenek, tak i sit mladgich. spolupracovnfkem techto novin, ohnern citu. „Knihy ver gil" zahy byly Rola' 1875 vykonal cestu po pfevzal i tu fizenf feuilletonu a rozebrany, tak to v kratke dobe severnim Nemecku, odlcudi podal opt divadelni referat. Feuilleton rediguje s doelcaly se druheho, value fadu krasnYch cestopisnYch naertkii, rozmno2eneho vydanf, jet Neruda pod zAhlavfm „Berlin," „Dve nevyeerpatelnou silou a nezdolnym humorem v „Narodnich Listech" po venoval Karlu Sladkovskemu. hanzovnf mesta" a „Helgoland." dnes, divadelni referat tepr y pied Roku 1869 podstoupil Neruda vetgi Roku 1876 zaeal vydavati v nedavnem slotil v nice line, zfskav a cestu na Vychod. Na ceste to brat se soubornem vydanf sve „Fe-uilletony." zachovav si jak vzhledem k Uherskem, Srbskem, Rumunskem a Vyglo jich dosud pet svazkil, spisovatelfim, tak i k vykonnYm Bulharskem pies Cerne More a obsahujfcfch v nIznYch skupinich dramatickym umelcilm eestne uznani Bosporus do Cafihradu, odlcudi studie spoleeenske, kultume historicke, co vgestranne vzdelany, svedomitY, navgtivil Attiku, pozdrtev se zejmena pffletitostne, causerie, jakot i studie nestranny a pouelivy kritik. v Athenach a Eleuside; z Attiky pak umelecke a literarni i polemicke a Roku 1865 v prosinci zalotil Neruda plul na Smyrnu, odlcudi dotYkaje se koneene i obrazky cestopisne. Ve vgem belletristicky tydennilc „Kvety," jejt pHstavnfch mest maloasijskych, pfibyl jevi se eiste individualnf nazor po pal druh6ho roku redigoval do palestinskeho pffstavu Joppe. Odtud Neructriv a ftpine samostatne spoleene s Halkem, naeet zmenil se navgtivil Jeruzalem a jinn historicky pozorovani i pojimani vg ech zjevei, list ten ve velky easopis illustrovany, zajimava mfsta Palestiny a navrativ se fizne, Eve a plasticke h'eeni, trefny jehoi redakci pfevzal pak Halek sam. do Joppe, zajel odtud do Port Saidu a vtip a jadmy humor, tu a tam i Tehot roku 1865 cestoval Neruda za priiplavem na Suez a na eervene kousava satyra a perry sarkasmus. dob prazdnin eelnei g imi mesty Ze Suezu jel pies Kahyru a Alexandrii Nerudovy feuilletony zasahuy do vgech eeskyrni, aby studoval tu spoleeenske do Messiny, odkudt se Neapolem a odbora a vtdy se stejnou silou, se mistni pomery; vysledek studif tech jinymi eelnejgfrai mesty italskYmi wadi stejnou genialnosti.

30.btezna 1994

Na Pozvani Do Ceske Republiky

Jan Neruda

Prvni dva svazky sbfrky feuilletonu obsahujf: Studie kratke a krat gi," z nicht s rozkognym humorom psane „Trhany" a nemene poutave drobnomalby „Praiske obrazky" a jmenovane jii „Studie vystavni" pfedevgira uvesti dluino. Svazek ffetf obsahuje „Zerty, hrave i drave," venovane pevci Josefu Lvovi a obsahyfcf hlavne feuilletony divadelni, literamf a polemicke, jako i dune studie drobne. Svazek etvrty zahmuje „Men,g1 cesty" a sice „Paffiske obrazky" v druhem vydanf, pak cesty po Nemecku a obrazky z mest a krajin eeskych. Pat svazek jest vlastne druhe vydanf „Obrazti z ciziny."

Roku 1878 vygly ve zvlagtnf sbfrce i velezajimave a Nerudu zvla:s'te karakterisujicf „Povidky malostranske."

Vrchole dosavadnfho sveho umeleckeho tvofeni dostoupil ale Neruda svymi, tehoi roku vydanymi „Pisnemi kosmickYmi." Sbfrka ta spasobila takovou sensaci a prijata byla obecenstvem tak dychtive, ze objevila se v dobe etrnacti dnii potfeba druheho vydanf, akaz to u nas zajiste neobyeejnY. „Pfsnekosmicke" pfeloteny byly Gust. Pavikovskym i do nemeiny ate i u Nemcu dogly zaslouteneho uznanf, toho diikazem jest, to na pf. „Wiener Illustr. Ztg.," Ictera jinak stoji na stanovisku narodnimu tivotu a pfsemnictvf na g emu zufive nepfatelskem, pfinesla jeho podobiznu, dodavajfc, to „Basne kosmicke" jsou visitkou, kterout Jan Neruda za sviij narod odevzdava v literatufe svetove.

Roku 1880 vygly Nerudovy ,Arabesky" v druhem vydanf, rozmnoteny jsouce rovnet druhym vydanim „IbIznych licli" a nelcterymi nejnoveji sepsanymi arabeskami I kniha ta plijata byla obecenstvem vde6ne a s uznanfm velikych reformatorskYch zasluh Nerudovych o pisemnictvi eeske.

Tehol roku poiadal a z veal easti i sam stylisoval „Divadelni taZky," jet vychazely nejdrive ve feuilletonu „Narodnich Lista," pozdeji pak vydany byly i zvla gt v tihledne lentice.

Jsou to zajimave plispevky k dejinam nageho divadla, v nichi elenove i pfatele divadla skladali sve zajimave upomfnky, jiniz ov gera zku gena ruka redaktorova umela dodati zvlagttuato razu originality i pestrosti throve".

Kdyi pak vydan byti mei ve prospe,'ch narodnato divadla skvostny a naroda nageho v ka2dera ohledu

18/VESTI4K-30. bfezna 1994

Is

Tam

za mofem fe Amerika

Drahomir Strnadel Prvni Gast

Fren§tat a jeho okoli v letech 1850-1990 Po definitivnfm padu feudalismu v roce 1848 byl Frengtat se svym okolim v roce 1850 administrativne pri6lean k misteckemu okresu.

Pfedstavitelem statnf moci byl okresnf hejtman. Cele mistecke hejtmanstvf zabiralo plochu 462,2 km' a m6lo v roce 1900 41 350 obyvatel. Hejtmanstvf bylo rozeleneno na dva soudnf okresyfren g tatsky a mistecky.

K fren,gtatskemu soudnimu okresu Rattily tyto obce: Bordovice, Celadna, Fren g tat, Koziovice, Kuneice, Lichnov, M6rkovice, Ticha, Trojanovice a V16ovice. Frengtatsky soudnf okres m61 roziohu 188,8 me a v roce 1900 17 684 obyvatel.

Mistecky soudnf okres met obce: Bru g perk, Chlebovice, Frydlant, Fry6ovice, Hodohovice, Male Kunnce, Koloredov, Lhotka, Lotrinkovice - Lysfivky, Metylovice, Myslfk, Mfstek, Oprechtovice, Ostravice, Palkovice, Paskov, Pstru21, Ptaenfk, Rzchaltice, Sklenov a Hukvaldy, Staffe, Sviadnov, Zelinkovice a ±abeft. Plocha okresu einila 273,8 km2 a v roce 1900 tam silo 33 566 obyvatel.

Obyvatelstvo bylo pfevan6 eeske, nemockou narodnost uvAdelo 2630 obeani).

Vesniane se zabyvali pracf v zemedelstvf a v arcibiskupskych leskh, obyvatele mest byli pfedevgfm femeslnici (ve Fren gtat6 tkalci a g evci). Od poliviny minuldho stoletf stoupal poeet deln1kt1 v mistnich tovarnach. Mimoto rada dojfidela za pracf do ostray skych dole a vftkovickych hutf. Velmi poeetnA byla mestska a vesnicka chudina, bezzemci a nadenfci. patna hospod gfskg situace v

diistojny pametni list „Narod sobe," to ve schAzi temef v gech, svate teto veci narodni oddanych spisovatelil praiskych jmenovan byl jednohlasne redaktorem literni easti listu toho Neruda, - nejvymluvnej g1 to dAkaz, jalce vainosti a licte mezi literaty ee,skymi doby nynej g1 se tegi. 0 tele valnosti sved6f i to, le Neruda jest pfedsedou „spolku 6eskych lurnalista."

Podotknouti dluino, le Neruda v einnosti sve nilcterakl neochabuje; setkavamet se stale s jmenem jeho v nejlepg ich na:s'ich easopisech, zejmena ve „Kvetech," v „Lumiru," v pfispiva dilem „Osvete," kam

polovine etyficatych let minuldho stoletf byla zpOsobena katastrofalni netirodou, ktera zasahla celou Evropu. Velmi pilsobive lief tehdejgf situaci y e vedsku Gustav Moberg v romanu Vzstehovalci. I nag e kroniky, dokonce i ty, kterd byly napsAny po prvnf sv6tove v glce, se o tzv. hladovych letech zmiiiuji. Pom6rm6 podrobn6 popisuje tehdej g f situaci tzv. Pamanf kniha ueitele Josefa Rychlfka z roku 1879, ktera se nachazf y e frenttatskem archive.

"...Byla velkk nedroda, snad z to pfteinu, e rok 1846 byl velmi mokry,... Pro nedostateeny Vdelek, lide travu, S'upky z otrub ffsti museli, z eehe tide opuchli a mfeli... Ve Frenfiate zemeelo pies 600 osob."

Vlastivedny pracovnfk a starosta Kuneic Antonin Pustka zaznamenal koncem minuldho stoletf svedectvi n6kolika starych pametnokii...

"Jafiny vze gly, ale nevysypaly se, ozimy byly bidne. Na podzim vytrvale defte znieily bramobory...Lide mleli ovesne slupky, z nich.t deti dostdvaly velkd bficha... " Ke vkobecne net rode se pfidruZilakrize tkalcovstvt v padesdtych letech. Frensultsky kronikaf Robert Polansky v monografii z roku 1930 uvadt. "...Kolem roku 1850, ndsledkem americkYch valek, nebylo baviny, nebo byla velmi drand... pozdeji pak konkurence mechanickych tkalcovenn... docela ubila na.l'e tkalcovstvi... tkalcovfit mistfi a tovarzfi zastali bez prace... Frenfiat zchudi, zuboZel." Pokratovani -SPJST-

basnemi, diem arabeskami, Mem i duchapinymi livahami kritickymi a esthetickymi.

Loriskeho roku byl sice Neruda delgi dobu nasledkem negtastneho skoku poutan no loIe, jinak ale te..41 se zdrayf pevndmu a narod nag mule tedy jegte oe'ekavati od neho mnoho. Ze budou to vidy prace dokonale, za to jest nam jil jmeno jeho dostate6nou zarukou.

M po krutych zku genostech a trpkYch bojich, dospel Neruda piece u vegkerem mined jii k takovd - ovgem le zaslouiene - vY gi, le cely narod nag jmeno jeho vyslovuje s uznanfm, vde6nosti a pychou, Neruda le jest nagf chloubou.

Verne se eesky Let Us Study Czech!

Lekce Tfinacti Lesson No. 13 Accent (stress) and Intonation In this lesson, we will discuss some rules and guides to speaking correct Czech, and using stress and intonation.

1. In Czech, the accent is invariably on the first syllable:— PRA-ce, SKAkat, SKO-la.

2. In the case of 3 or more syllables, there is a secondary accent on the 3rd syllable: PRA-co-VA-ti, VZDE-la-VAti, ZA-palo-VA-ti.

3. One syllable prepositions form one single unit with the word following, and are always accented: Do Prahy (doprahy), po valce (povalce).

4. If the preposition consists of only one consonant, v, z, s, k— it must be joined in a single sound with the word following k yam kvarn— (not ke yam): V Novem Yorku (not ye Novem Yorku).

5. Before other groups of consonants these prepositions are said in full and accented: VE stfedu, KE mne, SE mnou, ZE gkoly.

6. Prepositions are pronounced in full if the word following begins with the same sound: VE Vidni, KE kostelu, SE sestrou, ZE zeme. The reason for this is because double consonants are pronounced as single consonants in Czech: (Anna, cenn). A double vv or double kk are not pronounceable.

However, in a word like nejjemne'jgi, the two j's are separated because nej is a superlative prefix. More on superlatives later.

Zbyva nam jegie jen dodati, ie pied otevferifm ,,Narodnflio divadla" nablzeno bylo misto dramaturga v prvni fade Nerudovi, on vgak le misto fe6ene z zdravotnIch a snad i jinych pro tentokrate nepfijal, tak jako to ueinil jii drive v letech gedesatych.

Povaha Nerudova jest ryzf, Elam a uskokum naprosto nepfistupna, vytrvala a nezvratne poctiva; za zevnejgkem zdaulive drsnym skryva se hlubokY, neinY cit. Pfitelem dovede bytf Neruda vidy upffmnym, glechetnym, obetovnym.

Otakar Jedli6ka

—SPJST-

Family Time 7. Although the accent is always on the first syllable, it does not lengthen a short vowel following it, and we must not yield to the temptation to STRESS long vowels outside the first syllable.

The length or shortness of a vowel has no bearing on the stress.

8. Stress is not as strongly marked in Czech as in English, German, or Russian. The intonation (melody of the speech— its "musicalness"), that is, the rise and fall in the pitch of the voice, is not made up from as many tunes and patterns as in the above 3 languages. The voice does not rise to as high a pitch, nor does it fall low as readily as in the above languages. In these respects, the Czech language, may be said to be rather "flat" and monotone in character.

9. The outstanding feature of Czech speech is the contrast between long and short vowels, alternating in succession, giving it a rather staccato character.

Example: CES ko slo yen ska RE pub li ka.

Mate dnes MNO ho PRAce? POT-kal jste pana DOKtora?

A-no, pot-Ica- yam ho VEL-mi CAS-to.

10. Finally, this rule should probably be observed: if you're not sure which syllable is to be accented, don't accent any; this will be better than stressing the wrong one. Don't worry too much about stresses and intonation at this point, but make it a part of each lesson as we move along.

Assignment Construct sentences with all Czech words in today's lesson. Use a CzechEnglish dictionary to look up words new to you. Make them a part of your vocabulary list.

Lepe zpivati, nelli klivati.

Nadavat ti pumide ledakdo.

Kde Wen, to strach a bazeit.

Na slunce teplo, u matky dobro.

Jenom hioupy elovek vi vgecko. *** Sliby Ve slibech bud' opatrnST , vernS, a svedomitST . Dite nemajic iadneho jmeni, nemuie mnoho slibiti. Jak krasna jest to chvila pro eloveka, kdyi se HU o nem, 2e jest spolehlivy, vernS7 a pevnS, ye slibech svYch. A elovek takovy mule mnoho dobreho i jest pfikladem, jen lasku k pravde, pevnost mysli, vernost a diiveru lidi k lidem kolem sebe rozgifuje.

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SPJST CALENDAR

Saturday, May 7—SUPER GAMES, 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 15—Lodge 80 Picnic Saturday, May 21—Mewhinney Wedding Monday, May 23—American Legion, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 25—Faculty School Board Social Friday, May 27—Holland High School Graduation

FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

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

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, April 1—Good Friday (Closed) Sunday, April 3—Marek Family Day Friday, April 8—Social Night, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, April 15—Social Night, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 16—Penelope High School Prom Friday, April 22—Social Night, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, April 29—Trustee Meeting, 8 p.m.

Saturday, April 30—Knapak Family Reunion For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (817) 826-5863. *** LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK (Local lodge meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Sunday, April 10—Dance Club Dance, 4-8 p.m.

Monday, April 11—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 8—Dance Club Dance, 4-8 p.m.

Monday, May 9—Lodge Meeting (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 Friday, April 8—Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

(Local lodge meetings are held on the first Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of every month at 3 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN (For rentals and reservations, call Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534. Band Bookings: Artis 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 Saturday, April 9—Youth Dance Monday, April 11—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 16—Big County-Wide Garage Sale and Arts and Crafts Show; for more information, see story in Lodge Letters Section of this week's Vestnik Sunday, May 8—Mother's Day Barbecue; Dine in or take out.

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. Youth Club meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. The game room is open each Wednesday evening at 5 p.m.

For reservations, rentals, or information, call Ronald Mraz at (214) 878-4204 or Ernest Haskovec at (214) 875-2789.) ***

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR 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, April 13—Monthly meeting a 7:30 p.m., Citizens National Bank *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK Saturday, April 2—Texas Heartbeat Saturday, April 9—Texas Style Friday, April 15—Cherokee Rose Saturday, April 16—Side Kick Saturday, April 23—Neon Texas Saturday, April 30—Ace High

(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 Monday, April 18, Meeting, after bingo, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 1—District Six Spring Meeting (Games every Monday night at 7:30 p.m.; Games License No. 3000-72-8240-0). *** LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, April 2—No dance before Easter Sunday, April 3—Happy Easter from the officers and members of Lodge 47 Saturday, April 9—Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five Sunday, April 10—Lodge and Youth Club meetings, 2 p.m.; Covered dish meal; bring salads or desserts. Honoring the 50-year pin recipients, 75-year pin recipient and an age 96 member and their families. Easter egg hunt for the youngsters. Be Present!

Friday, April 15—No Family Night this month.

Saturday, April 16—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six Plus Two Sunday, April 17—Appreciation Dance—especially for Senior Citizens; 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Music

by Charlie's Swingmasters of Temple; everyone invited, prizes given; Admission: $3 per person Monday, April 18—Board of Trustees' meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 23—Jodie Mikula Orechestra of Ennis Saturday, April 30—Leo Majek's Orchestra of Corpus Christi Sunday, June 5—Lodge Annual Picnic. More details forthcoming (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 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.54, WEST For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions, call (817) 826-5990 (night) or (817) 826-5343 (day). *** LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, April 2—Cherokee Rose 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 Kostorhyz 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 NO. 80, HOLLAND Thursday, March 31—APRIL lodge meeting, 4 p.m.

Saturday, April 2—SUPER GAMES, 7 p.m.

Sunday, April 24—Fredrich Reunion Monday, April 25—American Legion, 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 1—Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE (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. 88, HOUSTON Saturday, April 2—Buddy Kirk, Big Band Music; Dress Code; $8.50 per person Friday, April 8—Nick Navarro, Big Band Music; Dress Code; $8.50 per person.

Saturday, April 9—Tony Janak, Polkatime; $5 per person Friday, April 15—Jim Gough's Cosmopolitan Cowboys, C/W Bob Wills Sound; $5 per person Saturday, April 16—Bobby Lane from Nebraska; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Friday, April 22—Guy Lombardo's Royal Canadians with Al Pierson; Dress Code; $10 per person Saturday, April 23—Knights of Dixie; Ballroom and Variety; $6 per person Saturday, April 30—Gus Lindemann, Ballroom and Variety; $6 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 Saturday, April 30—Dance sponsored by the fine folks from St Thomas Women's Auxiliary; 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 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. 97, PLACEDO Sunday, May 15—Sixth Annual Polka Fest at the Inez Community Center, featuring the music of the Leo Majek Orchestra, Vrazel Polka Band and the Vanek Brothers. Time: 1-8 p.m.

Admission: $5 for adults and $1 for ages 12 and under. Hall is located on Highway 59, midway between Victoria and Edna. *** 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, April 10—Lodge meeting at 2 p.m.

(Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.) *** LODGE NO.154, FORT WORTH Sunday, April 3—Easter Picnic Sunday, April 10—Lodge Meeting, 3 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 160, SAN ANGELO Sunday, March 27—Quarterly Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. at the Wall Fire Hall. ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, April 2—Hayslip Brothers (C/W) Saturday, April 9—Martha White (C/W) Saturday, April 16—South Texas Crystals (C/W) Saturday, April 23—Due West (C/W) Saturday, April 30—River Road Boys (C(W) (Executive members and Board of Trustees

meet every second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, April 2—Loaded Dice Saturday, April 9—Backroads Saturday, April 16—Firecreek Saturday, April 23—Reckless (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, April 2—No Dance (EasterEve) Saturday, April 9—Swing Shift Saturday, April 16—Crossfire Saturday, April 23—Wayne Martin Saturday, April 30—Mountain Creek (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, April 21—Regular lodge meeting at 8 p.m. The Youth Club will have their annual spring picnic at Landa Park (treating the adults of Lodge 185), beginning at 5:30 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL (Lodge meetings are on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 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, April 1—Peoples Choice Saturday, April 2—Lonesome Dove Friday, April 8—Debonaires Saturday, April 9—Texas Unlimited Friday, April 15—Geezinslaws (Sam and Son) Saturday, April 16—Peoples Choice Friday, April 22—Texas Unlimited Saturday, April 23—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, March 30—Cloggers Thursday, March 31—Square Dance Practice

Check to see that your upcoming lodge dates are listed in the SPJST Calendar.

To make additions, or corrections, please send your dates to the Vestnik c/o SPJST Home Office.

20/VESTNIK-Wednesdav, March 30, 1994

SPJST Recognizes 1993 Million Dollar Producers The six individuals pictured below generated insurance sales of nearly $10 million in 1993. Their outstanding performance is a tribute to their dedication to their Society and to their professionalism as sales representatives. Thanks in large part to their efforts and to the efforts of our entire volunteer sales force, the SPJST had another good year in 1993.

Our active sales representatives will continue to play a vital role in the success of the SPJST in 1994. In addition to receiving regular training, it is important that our sales representatives have the support of the membership to assist them in enrolling new members for the SPJST. If our sales force is successful, the local lodges and their members will also be more successful.

1993 SPJST Million Dollar Producers DISTRICT TWO Albin Machu Lodge 29, Taylor Amount Written: $2,449,500 DISTRICT FOUR Martha Broz Lodge 160, San Angelo Amount Written: $2,012,500.00 Diana Pelzel Lodge 160, San Angelo Amount Written: $1,135,000 DISTRICT FIVE Helen Hegwood, FIC Lodge 88, Houston Amount Written: $1,094,000 Victor Janak, Sr. Lodge 88, Houston Amount Written: $2,030,000

Pictured from left, they are: Victor Janak, Sr. Lodge 88, Houston; Evelyn Mikeska, FIC, Lodge 196, Houston; Diana Pelzel, Lodge 160, San Angelo; Albin Machu, Lodge 29, Taylor; Martha Broz, Lodge 160, San Angelo and Helen Hegwood, FIC, Lodge 88, Houston.

Evelyn Mikeska, FIC Lodge 196, Houston Amount Written: $1,034,000

Congratulations to each of our 1993 "Million Dollar Producers."

We are PROUD of their acheivements. Their efforts are greatly appreciated.

Fraternally,

Alcredek-' Leonard D. Mikeska, IC Vice President

SPJST Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas 520 North Main Street • Temple, Texas 76501 (817) 773-1575 or 1 (800) 72-SPJST