Vestnik 1994 04 20

"CHANGING TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF FRATERNALISTS"

ViSTNIK SPJST Herald

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

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

BENEVOLENCE

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 ISSN-07458800 NUMBER 16 VOLUME 82

Teresa Regmund and Tracy Stewart

SPJST honors Age 96 members Tracy Stewart received her Age 96 recognition at the April meeting of Lodge 47, Seaton. An SPJST member for 77 years, Tracy is pictured here with Johnnie Mikulastik, her brother, left, and Johnnie's wife, Helen, right.

Standing, from left, are Lodge 47 President Frank Klinkovsky and District Two Director Willie Kohutek.

The SPJST extends its congratulations and best wishes to two of its most recent "Age 96" members, Sister Teresa (Tracy) Regmund of Lodge 39, Bryan, Texas and Sister Tracy Stewart of Lodge 47, Seaton. Both are entitled to all SPJST membership benefits with no further dues or assessments required.

Teresa (Tracy) Regmund Sister Teresa Regmund was born on February 25, 1898 in Caldwell to Tom and Karoline Maly who emigrated to Caldwell from Czechoslovakia.

Sister Regmund's memories span a period of grand change in our nation's history. Some of her fondest recollections are of walking to local dances with friends and of the excitement shefelt when her father let her "drive" his horse and buggy.

When she was four years old, the family moved to Smetana, a farming community located eight miles west of Bryan.

She was the third oldest of ten children.

As such, she learned the meaning and the value of hard work early in life.

Sister Teresa married Adolph Regmund on February 8, 1920 in Penelope. The couple farmed in the Smetana community until Adolph retired in 1960. He passed away in 1975.

The Regmund family had three children: a son, Joe, who was killed in Korea in 1951; a daughter, Margaret Kuder, who passed away in 1989; and a daughter, Annie Mae Guillman, of Lubbock. A son-in-law, Joe L. Kuder, passed away in 1987. Other relatives include a son-inlaw, Robert Guillman of Lubbock; two grandsons, Joe Wayne Kuder of Bryan and Bruce Guillman of Lubbock.

Out of Sister Regmund's nine brothers and sisters, two are still alive. They are Charlie Maly of Modesto, California and Johnny Maly of Bryan.

"Tracy was always a friend and neighbor to everyone," said daughter Annie Pictured at right, great-granddaughter Lacey Kuder and grandson, Joe W. Kuder, share a moment with Teresa Regmund.

Sister Regmund is a member of Lodge 39, Bryan.

"One of her fondest recollections is of the exciting way that it felt when her father let her 'drive' his horse and buggy."

Guillman. "She was always willing to help however she could and her home was always open to company.

"No one ever left her home without partaking of a delicious meal—or at least coffee and kolaches," she added.

Tracy, who is a member of Lodge 39, Bryan, resides at Sherwood Health Care Center in Bryan where she still enjoys company, bingo and Czech Club Meetings.

Tracy Mikulastik Stewart Sister Tracy Mikulastik Stewart was born in New Tabor,. near Caldwell, on March 1, 1989 to Tomas and Terezia Cerny Mikulastik.

Both of her parents were immigrants from Vizovic, Czechoslovakia. Her parents and children moved to the Seaton area, east of Temple, in 1900. Her father, who was a blacksmith, helped to organize Lodge 47, Seaton in his blacksmith shop in 1903. The blacksmith shop still stands on the family farm. Sister Stewart became a member of the SPJST in May, 1915.

Prior to getting married, she attended Seaton School and was trained as a bookkeeper at Tyler Commercial College in Tyler, Texas. Sister Tracy married Lawean Stewart in 1921. For many years, the couple operated Stewart's Grocery Store in Temple. Mr. Stewart passed away in 1981.

Sister Stewart's interests included doing needlework, gardening and raising beautiful flowers in her spare time—as well as finding time for her favorite pastime—fishing.

Sister Stewart has one brother, Johnny Mikulastik, who still resides on the family farm at Seaton and is also a lifelong member of the SPJST and one sister, Frances Cervenka, who resides in Columbia, Missouri. One sister and one brother are deceased.

Mrs. Stewart is still very independent and active and enjoys life.

Once again, the SPJST congratulates both Sister Regmund and Sister Stewart and wishes them health in the future.

Thanks to Annie M. Guillman and Helen Mikulastik for providing the preceding informatic —SRI ST—

April 20, 1994

SPJST Supreme Lodge extends application deadline for position of Secretary-Treasurer The Supreme Lodge met in Executive Session at the Home Office in Temple on Friday, April 15 to continue the process of hiring a successor to fill the position of Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer. The resumes of several qualified applicants were reviewed and the deadline for submitting applications was extended until April 29.

The vacancy arose when Brother Leonard Mikeska was appointed to fill the position of Supreme Lodge Vice President, a position left vacant following the death of Brother Bernie Gebala on March 8.

Following Brother Mikeska's appointment on March 11, the Supreme Lodge set about the task to fill the position with a qualified applicant. Applicants were directed to submit their resumes and support materials to the SPJST Supreme Lodge no later than April 8, 1994.

"Our position is that the additional time will help assure filling the important position with the best candidate," explained Supreme Lodge Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir, adding that the qualified candidates who have already applied will remain under active consideration.

Application information appears on page 11 of this week's Vestnik.

—SPJST-

Presents The Quarterback Club for January, February and March on Page 16 SPJST

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FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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Committees Hold Annual Reviews

Standing Committees Meet The SPJST Finance Committee and Publication Committee met last Saturday, April 16, in the SPJST Home Office in Temple. As their names suggest, these two standing committees are responsible for providing regular oversight between conventions in areas critical to the preservation of a strong fraternal Society.

As editor, I had the opportunity to visit with both committees. I must say that the members of each of these groups were extraordinarily receptive and willing to listen to and consider new ideas aimed at developing both external and internal communications within the SPJST. As you might expect, I spent most of the day with the Publication Committee. Following a thorough review of the Vestnik's performance in 1993, the balance of our morning and afternoon sessions were spent discussing ways to make the paper more informative and more interesting to read.

Quite a few recommendations were considered. Here are a few: • More reader involvement features. For example: Special features in conjunction with Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Grandparents' Day and during the holiday season that invite readers to actively be a part of the feature (personal greetings, recipes, spring graduates, etc.)

• More regular information regarding SPJST financial products and services, including mortgagellending services.

• Color, on a more regular basis, in the newspaper-especially in conjunction with annual calendar observance days (New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.)

• A special "SPJST Member Services Directory" published as part of the first issue of the new year. The purpose is to establish a statewide directory/network of SPJST business owners, professional services and retailers. These free listings would include member's name, lodge affiliation, type of business, address and telephone number • A new "try before you buy" display advertising program that would entitle every active lodge to place one small display advertisement in the Vestnik on an annual basis at no charge.

How Does a Free Cruise Sound?

Chartered in 1910 with 16 members, Lodge 84, Dallas has stood the test of time and today ranks among the state's largest lodges with more than 1,400 certificates in force. To mark the occasion of its 84th anniversary, the lodge hosted a program this past Sunday which included a noon luncheon, performances by youth club members, the presentation of 50year membership pins and a memorial service in memory of Brother Bernard Gebala and departed lodge members.

Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska was also on hand to make a presentation. He acknowledged lodge members for their many and varied contributions to the lodge, District Three and to the SPJST on a statewide level. In the process of doing so, Brother Mikeska made reference to the fact that Lodge 84 was a recent recipient of a 1993 SPJST "Gold // Award," the top level of recognition offered through the SPJST Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program.

In addition to receiving a plaque, which will serve as a lasting reminder of the achievement, the lodge also earned an incentive check in the amount of $1,000.

In return for their members dedication, lodge members have decided to channel the money back into one of the lodge's most important fixtures-the membership. A lot of lodges, I am sure, will be taking a similar route. The big difference here is that Lodge 84 is planning to do it in a novel way-by inviting all lodge members to go on a "free cruise."

The cruise idea was largely the idea of Sister Betty Olson, who serves first vice president for the lodge. Sister Olson explained the cruise details to members during the 84th anniversary program.

"Really, it's a theme party," she said "We're offering a 'free cruise' aboard the Liner SPJST No. 84, docked at 2625 Floyd Street."

Upon arriving at the hall-which will be decorated for the occasion-members will have photos taken for their "passports." Once they are on board, they will have access to a variety of games and refreshments, highlighted by a scrumptious buffet and music by the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra during the "Captain's Ball." Proceeds generated during the event will be applied to the lodge's Living Memorial Fund.

The idea sounds like a lot of fun.

Moreover, it's something new-an effort to stimulate member involvement in the lodge.

Congratulations to the members of Lodge 84 on achieving their landmark last Sunday. Likewise, hats off to Lodge 84 President Justine Yeager, and indeed all of Lodge 84's officers and members, for demonstrating the kind of imagination and initiative that will be so important to building our Society in the future.

-SPJST-

"Standing committees are responsible for providing oversight in areas critical to a stron raternal Socie

The official summaries and final recommendations of both the Finance Committee and the Publication Committee meetings will be provided by the secretaries of these two committees at a later date in the Vestnik. ***

Wednesday. April 20. 1994-VESTNiIC/3

From the President's Office Memorial Contributions to SPJST Scholarship Fund The following listed SPJST Members, Society is deeply grateful to these donors, Friends of the Society and Lodges have all of who are sustaining the Scholarship made memorial contributions to the SPJST Fund's effort to contribute to a better future Memorial Scholarship Fund. The SPJST for worthy young members of our society.

In Memory of Robert Veselka from Mr. and Mrs. F W Veselka In Memory of Anna and John Kubala from Katrina and Carl May In Memory of Minnie Fojtasek from Brian, Joan and Stephanie Vanicek In Memory ofAlbina Vanicek from Brian, Joan and Stephanie Vanicek In Memory of John (Bill) Witovec, Sr from Bill and Rosemary Witovec, Jr In Memory of Helen (Hosek) Mikula from SPJST Lodge No. 32, Victoria In Memory of Dennis Martinek from Johnnie and Margaret Krajca In Memory of Henry Kohler from SPJST Lodge No. 142, Houston In Memory of Olon Earl Callaway from SPJST Lodge No. 25, Ennis In Memory of Henry Mares from Mr and Mrs. Jerry Mikulas and Chad In Honor of 50th Wedding Anniversary ofMr. and Mrs. A. J. Stayton from Mr and Mrs. W. C. Walla In Memory of Adele (Stasny) Griffin from Mr and Mrs. Edwin Smajstrla In Memory of Bernard M Gebala from SPJST District Seven Youth Club In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Mr and Mrs. Harold Anderson In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Quintis and Velma Hoerman In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Wes and Donna Clough In Memory of Frank Shenkir from Charlsie Svetlik In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Brian, Joan and Stephanie Vanicek In Memory of Mary Fiala from Mr and Mrs. Matt Vanek In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from George and Esther Liardon In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Mr and Mrs. Reuben Krieg In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Norman Kneschk In Memory of Jonnie Moore from Mr and Mrs. Norman Kneschk In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 32, Victoria In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Oscar, Irene, Randy and Matt Helgren In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Mrs. Dorothy Maines In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Andrew and Helen Blaschke In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 92, Fort Worth In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr. and Mrs. Al Kercho In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Bennie Jarma

Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates 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

—SPJSTINTEREST RATES ANNUITY I 5% Annualized

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES

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

RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

ANNUITY II

Home or Farm Mortgages: 7 1/2% for 1 to 7 years 7 3/4% for 8 to 15 years 8% for 16 to 20 years

(Certificates Issued Prior to 4-1-93)

(Certificates Issued 4-1-93 and After)

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

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

Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 9% for 10 years 91/4 % for 11 to 15 years

In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Robert and Betty Creecy In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mrs. Walter Downing In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mary C. Pavey In Memory of Bernard M Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 154, Fort Worth In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Jeanie Mason In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Dorothy Pechal In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Jerry Prochazka In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 65, Crosby In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Ben and Mildred David In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Ben and Mildred David In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Gladys Mogonye In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Cyrill Pokladnik In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Mr and Mrs. Wilburn Heine In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Ann and Walter Urban, Jr In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Gladys and John B. Lumpkin, Jr In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Jack and Agnes Eschberger In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from ME and Mrs. Harold Simpson In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from Jeanette Gustafson In Memory of Ervin Gustafson from SPJST Lodge No. 18, Elgin In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Jerry, Betty, Wade and Chad Mikulas, Shayne, Donna, Lauren and Hailey Heatherley In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Ben Zabcik In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 25, Ennis In Memory ofAlbina Gurecky from SPJST Lodge No. 25, Ennis In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mrs. Pearl Hanka In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mrs. 0.E. Helmcamp In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Anton Dohnalik In Memory of Bernard M Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 183, Arlington In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 133, San Antonio In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 79, Corpus Christi In Memory of Albina Gurecky from Ben and Mildred David In Memory of David Cieslewicz from SPJST Lodge No. 142, Houston In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Henry E. Vitek In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Mr and Mrs. Phil Leibowitz In Memory of Hugh Fabian from Mr and Mrs. Norman M. Kneschk In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 15, Buckholts In Memory of Buford Hill from SPJST Lodge No. 80, Holland In Memory of Bernard M Gebala from Frank and Irma Klinkovsky In Memory of Henry Mares, Sr from Frank and Irma Klinkovsky In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Hill County Press, Inc. In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from SPJST Lodge No. 160, San Angelo In Memory of Bernard M. Gebala from Louis and Diana Pelzel

—SPJST-

District

News and Updates

SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament This Weekend at Lodge 66, Waco The Fourth Annual SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament will be held at Lodge 66 Waco at Linden Hall on April 23, 1994. Registration will be from 9 until 9:45 a.m. with play scheduled to begin promptly at 10 a.m. Cost of the noon meal, including snacks, will be $6 per member. Trophies and prizes will be provided by the Supreme Lodge.

Here are a few rules to remember and some changes for 1994. This tournament requires SPJST membership. Members must be at least 16 year of age on that date. This year, the 1993 first place winners may play as partners, as per your request. This year there is no limit as to the number of teams that may enter from any one lodge. The lodge team members from any given lodge that wins a combined total of the most games will win the lodge trophy in 1994.

Team members must be from the same lodge in order to compete for the lodge trophy. This year there will be individual trophies awarded to the top

Directions to Lodge 66 Take IH-35 North or South to Waco.

Just north of Waco, take "FM 308/ELM MOTT" Exit. Go east approximately 1 / 2 mile, across the railroad tracks. Linden Hall is on the right side of the road. five winning teams. You have a good chance to take home a trophy.

One more minor change is that all females and males, 65 or over, will pitch their horseshoes from a 27-foot line and others will pitch from the 37-foot line.

All other rules remain the same as in the past.

The time to register is now until April 21 with the SPJST State FAC, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. Or, you can call to register by dialing (817) 773-1575 and asking for Frank.

We are hoping to see you on April 23rd at Linden Hall.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky, State FAC 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.

Lodge 40, El Campo - Hillje to Host District Six Meeting on May 1 Registration

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.—CALL MEETING TO ORDER Presentation of Colors and Pledge of Allegaince Memorial for Deceased Members Welcome by Lodge 40 President Response and Introduction of Guests Roll Call of Lodges Minutes Treasurer's Report Recognition of Age 96, 75-year, and 50-year members Recognition of District Six Fraternalists Youth Report and Program District Director's Report Rest Home Director's Report Supreme Lodge Officer's Report Old and New Business Report of Auditing Committee Election of Officers Site Selection for Fall Meeting Installation of District and Youth Club Officers Adjournment Refreshments As you can see, we have a busy agenda. With your help, the officers will be able to keep things moving so we can still have plenty of time for socializing.

Thanks for coming and supporting

your district.

Fraternally, Michael Ahlstrom, District Six President

—SPJST-

92, Fort Worth to Host District Three Meeting on April 24 Lodge

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

Needlework and Horseshoes Contest (Age 16 and Up) Washer Throwing Contest (Age 15 and Under) Complimentary Snacks and Coffee

Registration

Br. Gordon Hubenak, District Three President 11:00 a.m. — CALL TO ORDER Br. Nathan Tierce Pledge of Allegiance Br. Kyle Matus and SPJST Youth Pledge Sis. Mary Cecile Krivanek National Anthem Br. Carl Zich, Lodge 92 President Welcome Sis. Kay Lynn Kovar, District Three First Vice President Response Sis. Sharon Tierce, Reading of Departed Members District Three Second Vice President Sis. Bessie Petr, District Three Youth Memorial Service District Three Youth Counselor Approval of Fall Meeting Minutes Sis. Martha Durham Treasurer's Report Appoint Auditing Committee Appoint Nominating Committee Br. Howard Leshikar, Supreme Lodge Report Supreme Lodge President Br. Sid Pokladnik District Three Director's Report Recognition of Fraternalist of the Year and 50-, 75-year and Age 96 members Br. George Pauling Rest Home Director's Report Br. George Pauling FAC Report Br. Brian Vanicek Editor's Report

Lodge 185, New Braunfels to Host District Seven Meeting on April 24 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 Welcome Roy Haag, President, Lodge No. 185 Pauline Pavliska, District Seven Scty.

Tribute to Deceased Members Response Jerry Sijansky, President INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Roll Call of District Seven Officers Pauline Pavliska, Secretary Minutes of Fall Meeting Read Pauline Pavliska, Secretary All Correspondence Read Pauline Pavliska, Secretary Recognition of 50-year and 75-year Members and Age 96 Members (Paid-up Certificates) Jerry Sijansky, President Reports from District Seven Officers District Director Report Bob Bayer, District Seven Director Susan Bohnenberger, District Seven Youth Leader Youth Report 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 Fratemalists 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 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 —SPJST-

NEW BUSINESS AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEEDLEWORK CONTEST WINNERS (Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third places.)

NOMINATING COMMITTEE REPORT ELECT ION OF OFFICERS SITE SELECIION OF THE FUTURE YAD AND DISTRICT THREE MEETINGS WITH YOUTH CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENT CONTEST AND KOLACHE/STRUDEL AND BUCHTA CONTEST ADJOURNMENT Br. George Pauling Horseshoe and Washer Throwing Contest Horseshoes: First Place-$25, Second Place-$15; Third Place-$10 Washer Throwing (Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third places) Please attend this important District Three Meeting.

Submitted by Diana Engelke, District Three Secretary —SPJST-

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Wednesday. April 20. 1994-VESTNIK/5

Scenes from District Two Spring Meeting

District Five President Thanks Members for a Successful Spring Meeting Dear SPJST Members and Guests, I just want to say thank you to everyone for attending our Spring District Meeting held at Lodge 172 in Pasadena. We had a wonderful turn out—so I would say it was a successful meeting. The meeting was short and to the point.

Lodge 172's cooks were great; the meal was great and the roast beef was perfect. It was a meal that everyone could enjoy. Thank you, again, for a job well done.

After the meeting, everyone stayed to visit for a while. It was nice to visit with so many of our brothers and sisters from around the district.

Thanks to all of the sisters who brought all of the good pastry. Thanks, also, to those who contributed door prizes. Your efforts were appreciated.

Date: March 13, 1994 Hosted by Lodge 47, Seaton

DISTRICT TWO OFFICERS: Pictured, from left, top: DYC Patsy Koslovsky, Asst DYC Donna Vanecek, Asst. DYC Janet Lyon, Secretary Sharon Holman, Rest Home Director Dan Balusek, District Two Director Willie Kohutek. Row Two: President Arleen Mayeux, First Vice Pres. Kathy Fritz, Second Vice Pres./FIC Ruth Hanusch, Treasurer Albin Machu. Row Three: Flagbearers Kristen Bartek, Kristen Rieger, Lacy Chervenka and Jessica Lyon.

DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUB OFFICERS: From left, front: President Melanie Koslovsky, Vice Pres. Allyson Holman, 1st Vice Pres. Jason Chervenka, Scty./Treas.

Tammy Baker.

Back: DYC Patsy Koslovsky, Asst.

DYCs Donna Vanecek and Janet Lyon, Photographer Patti Teague and Reporter Christy Fritz.

District Two Youth Club members presented an entertaining "Spring Fashion Show" for the merriment of those attending the District Two Spring Meeting.

Although we don't have a photograph of the hard-v, irking Lodge 47 Kitchen Crew, here's the lodge's cooking team who put the meat on the table. They are, from left, Edwin Pechal, Don Motl, Donnie Pechal, Edwin Vasicek, Calvin Skrabanek, Ricky Novosad and Stanley Motl.

on District Five Spring Meeting Report

The Spring Meeting of District Five was called to order at 1:05 p.m. by President Evelyn Mikeska. The colors were presented by Paul Pflughaupt, Darrell Havemann, and Nicholas Havemann. National anthems were sung by (English) Fred Buri and the District Five youth, accompanied by Carolyn Filipp and (Czech) Helen Hegwood, accompanied by Naomi Spencer.

Lodge 172 President Alvin Sefcik welcomed everyone and indicated that his lodge was proud to host the District Spring Meeting. He hoped that everyone would enjoy the day and invited all to return.

In the absence of First Vice President Montie Baldwin, Second Vice President Mary Ann Kieschnick was asked to give the response. She thanked Lodge 172 for hosting the meeting and for preparing the delicious meal. Mary Ann commented on the large turnout and thanked everyone for coming and supporting the District. She hoped that everyone would enjoy the day. Guests were Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and his wife, Mary, and Henry Beseda of Lodge 9, Snook.

Secretary Dorothy Pflughaupt called the roll of lodges. Eight (8) were present (65, 81, 88, 91, 139, 142, 172, and 1%).

President Mikeska asked that everyone note the handouts with the program.

They contained a list of deceased members for the past year. She indicated that the names would not be read. As a memorial to the deceased members, John Buri lit a candle as President Mikeska read a tribute followed by a prayer offered by John Buri.

The 50- and 75-year members were then honored. Names were not read as they also were included with the program handouts.

Howard Leshikar was asked to say a few words. He indicated that he and Mary were honored to be here and that he was bringing greetings from the Home Office. He congratulated the 50- and 75year members as well as those who reached the age of 96, as they have been around since the organization of the SPJST. As most of you know by now, the Supreme Lodge met on Thursday and

The youth clubs all enjoyed a wonderful day. The leftover pastries were auctioned and the money raised was donated to the four youth clubs in attendance. They represented the following lodges: 88, 1142, 172 and 196.

You will find complete details of the officer elections and of what happened during the day in the letter from our District Secretary Dorothy Pflughaupt.

Mark your calendars now for our Fall Fun Day. The fun day will be September 18, 1994 and the event will be held at Crosby and hosted by lodges 65 and 91. Watch for details later.

Hoping that you all have a wonderful year.

Fraternally yours, Evelyn Mikeska, FIC District Five President

—SPJSTFriday and appointed on Friday afternoon, Brother Leonard Mikeska to fill the position of Vice President. On the following day, he was presented at the Workshop and Awards Dinner. Mr. Leshikar indicated that all were saddened by the sudden passing of Bernie Gebala.

It was not known until last January that he was very ill. He will be missed.

Mr. Leshikar said that the first Awards Dinner was a success with more than 300 in attendance, representing more than 62 lodges. He thanked District Director Louis Hanus for assisting at the workshop and dinner.

He then called our attention to a few things: (1) We have $100 million in assets; (2) We can't forget our basic elements; (3) We need to make our mark in the community, lodge, district and state level; (4) We forget to say "thank you" for the time and energies individuals devote to our organization, so to each one of you, "Thank you—you're appreciated;" (5) New year brings lots of activities scheduled throughout the state as well as new projects in the making; (6) Take time to visit your neighbor/fellow member "under the shade tree;" (7) Work of today also has to be done tomorrow and into the future. Train new people to take over because if they are skilled, things will run so much smoother. Let's nurture our future leaders. Our founding fathers wanted us to continue the SPJST. Mr. Leshikar ended by saying thank you for the time to speak to everyone. He also hoped that all would have an enjoyable day.

Evelyn Mikeska announced the Fraternalists of the Year. The list of recipients were included in the program.

Two of the recipients were in attendance: Delores Macha from Lodge 81 and Tommy R. Wallace from Lodge 172.

Mary Ann Kieschnick presented each with a corsage or boutineer. Director Hanus congratulated them.

The treasurer's report was given by Treasurer Lorenda Baldwin. As of March 13, 1994, the District General Fund had a balance of $5,366.72 and the Youth Fund had a balance of $3,702.43.

President Leshikar then presented three checks to Lorenda $250 for the district meeting hosts; $1,000 for the District Fund; and $5,523.20 for the Youth Fund.

Rest Home Director Lonnie Lostak indicated that all is going well We have a waiting list established for admittance to the rest homes. He reported that dur-

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Scenes from District Five Spring Meeting March 13, 1994 • Lodge 172, Pasadena Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar presents cheeks to District Five Treasurer Lorenda Baldwin.

District Five officcers elected at the spring meeting are, from left: Marie Stayton, DYC; Fred Buri; First Vice President; Evelyn Mikeska, President; Mary Ann Kieschnick, Second Vice President; Lillie Mae Peter, Secretary; and Lorenda Baldwin, Treasurer.

ing the last state inspections, all require- unable to attend the awards banquet the ments were met. He also reported that previous day. we have a new administrator on an interPresident Mikeska called for the elecim basis, Marion Seals. The previous tion of officers. Mary Ann Kieschnick administrator left to get married. Marion took the podium and asked for nominamay be considered to become the perma- tions for President. Evelyn Mikeska was nent administrator by March 26. nominated and elected by acclamation.

District Director Louis Hanus was Evelyn then took the floor and asked for asked to give his report. He congratulat- nominations for First Vice President. No ed Howard Leshikar letter was received and the Home Office from Montie Staff on a great job in Baldwin that he conducting and wished to run again. putting together the Nominated were incentive program Keith Kieschnick and banquet the pre(142), Robert vious day. He indiCastillo (196), and cated that refunds to Fred Buri (142), with lodges in 1993 were Fred Buri winning $173,000; and that the election. $44,000 for 80 scholAnother change was arships would be that Secretary awarded.

1993 Dorothy Pflughaupt, income was after four years, $18,146,000 with decided not to run due to past family illexpenses of iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii $8,201,000. A total nesses. She wishes of $3,352,000 went to lodges and bene- to take a rest and spend time with her fits. He thanked those who believed and family. District officers are as follows: cared to keep our organization going.

President Mikeska called for old busiPresident ness. Secretary Dorothy Pflughaupt Evelyn Mikeska (196) reported that she has not forgotten about First Vice President the cook book. Due to personal reasons, Fred Buri (142) her time has been limited; however, the Second Vice President book is more than half finished., As soon Mary Ann Kieschnick (142) as all of the recipes are typed and a book Secretai:y form is established, there will be a meetLillie Mae Peter (172) ing called of the district officers for their Treasurer review and input. She thanked everyone Lorenda Baldwin (139) for their patience. It was noted that District Youth Counselor advertisements will be requested for the Marie Stayton (88) book to help defray the expense of printAssistant DYC ing. If anyone is interested, they are Barbara Linney (88) encouraged to please call. A schedule of Assistant DYC costs will be set up shortly.

Dottie Watkins (172) There being no new business, Evelyn Flag Bearers Mikeska called on the Auditing Kristy Sokol (88), Paul Pflughaupt (88), Committee. Fred Buri reported that all Leslie Watkins (172), and was in order and that the books were Amanda Havemann (88) approved as reviewed.

District Youth Counselor Marie The site for the District Fall Family Stayton recapped 1993 activities: Day will be Crosby, Texas with Lodge 65 • The Easter egg hunt was at Lodge 88; and Lodge 91 hosting the day. It will be • The Halloween party was at Lodge 142; on the third Sunday in September, the • District youth enjoyed a pizza social; and 18th.

• A total of 71 campers attended a new Robert Castillo announced that Lodge camp in 1993-the H.E. Butt Camp near 196, Katy-Northwest Houston will host Uvalde. their first annual Barbecue Cook Off on She also reported on the upcoming July 9 at the Katy VFW Hall. There will Youth Leaders' Retreat and District be competition of lodges with trophies Youth Achievement Day scheduled for and cash prizes. Music will be provided July 10. She then introduced District by a DJ. There will also be a prize drawRoyalty Queen Kristi Sokol (88), ing. Robert said that they would like to Duchess Christine Janak (88), King John include a homemade quilt along with Buri (142), and Duke Leslie Watkins other items in the prize drawing.

(172). She also praised the fact that we Proceeds will go toward the Lodge 196 were the winners for the second consecu- building fund. tive year with the State King and Duke.

Other announcements of upcoming Marie stated that we have a Jot of good, events were as follows: responsible young people coming up and • On October 22 and 23 there will be a quite a few are currently in responsible Czech Fest at Lodge 172; positions.

• The State 42 tournament at Lodge 47, The District Five Youth Club officers Seaton on March 19; are as follows: • The State Horseshoe Tournament in

"The site for the District Five Fall Family Day· will be Crosby with Lodge 65 andLodge91 hosting the day."

President Kristy Sokol (88) First Vice President Misty Setliff ( 172) Secretary Jill Matiza (88) Treasurer Paul Pflughaupt (88) Reporter Eric Zucha ( 172) Sergeant of Arms John Buri (142) Congratulations to those 50-year members who attended the District Five Spring Meeting to receive their membership pins.

Louis Hanus and Helen Hegwood presented certificates to those who were

Waco on April 23; • The LIT Retreat from June 3 - 5; • District Youth Achievement Day on July 10; • Youth Camp from July 24 - 28; • State Youth Achievement Day, August 6-7; and • The District Five Family Day on September 18.

Tillie Helmcamp paid a tribute to Bernie Gebala.

Evelyn Mikeska read a note entitled, "Smile."

Officers were installed by District Director Louis Hanus.

Wednesday. April 20. 1994-VESTNfK/7 There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Evelyn asked everyone to stay around and enjoy the social and to stay for the auction of cakes and other items for the youth. Proceeds were to be divided among the four clubs.

Door prizes were then presented. A listing of donors and winners follows.

The Youth Club concluded with their drawing for a handmade tablecloth and 12 napkins. Winner was JoAnn Buri of Lodge 142.

Respectfully submitted by, Dorothy Pflughaupt, Secretary

—SPJST-

District Five

Door Prize Donors and Winners Door Prize Donors Evelyn Mikeska, Dottie Watkins Larry Pflughaupt Family Mary Zucha, Helen Wallace Louis Hanus, Mildred Holeman Earline Hoffman, Howard Leshikar Henrietta Fee, Tennie Walla Pearl Hanka, Lillie Mae Peter Alvin Sefcik, Rosa Lee Kostom Tillie Helmcamp, Vickie Dresler Louise Willis, Irving Theiss Joe and Eva Braunagel

Door Prize Winners Emil Huser, Mary Zucha Mary Johnson, Evelyn Spinks Marie Stayton, Clarene Fee Jennette Bender, Aileen Fisk Louis Roznovsky, Belinda Watkins Joe Braunagel, Sidon Tumis Georgia Vyvial, Paul Pflughaupt Helen Wallace, Henrietta Krenek Evelyn Beckner, Dottie Watkins Henry Beseda, Adolph Macha Amelia Tofte, Bernie Kusy Euddie Goed, Carolyn Filipp Ted Janak, Delores Macha James Nicolardi, Raymond Holub Henrietta Fee, Milert Antrich Lonnie Lostak, Elmont Vyvial Helen Filipp, Mary Ann Zotyka Harold Wolf, Evelyn Mikeska

Youth Club Cake Auction Buyers Claudia Yanacek Tennie Walla Dottie Watkins Dennis Hermis Jill Stansny Marie Stayton Mary Leshikar Barbara Linney Carol Janek March Zucha Tommy Lostak Rosie Tumis Jeanette Bender

Letters from the Lodges Lodge 6, Cottonwood Reports on March Meeting Dear Readers, President Johnnie Krizan called the meeting to order on March 27.

Our pledge was led by Emily Anderson, Celia, Traci, Tami and Cristee Dobecka.

All minutes were read and approved.

We had 20 members and one guest, Janet Silaff, in attendance.

April birthday celebrants included George Straten, Bobby Dobecka and myself.

The $10 door prize was won by Christine Svrcek.

The progressive door prize was won

by James Pavlasky, who was not present.

The other $5 door prizes were won by Joe Perkins, Shellie Uptmore, Jimmie Uptmore, Celia Dobecka and myself.

The next meeting is set for May 1 at 1 p.m.

We all enjoyed a delicious meal after our Easter egg hunt. Thanks goes to everyone who helped.

Jerelene Lenart, Reporter

--SPJST-

17, New Tabor Reports on April Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members, Lodge No. 17 held its regular monthly meeting on Friday, April 8th at 7:30 p.m.

All officers were present except for Vice President Mica Petty and FAC Clarence Sefcik. Resolutions of sympathy were read for departed members Albert L. Mikeska and Edward M. Hejl.

Youth Leader Skrabanek reported on the youth club activities and stated that at their regular meeting will be at 2 p.m. on May 1 instead of at 3 p.m. for one month only.

It was reported that Donnie and Glen Paul won First Place in the SPJST State "42" Tournament.

On May 1st, we will celebrate with our members who are receiving their 50-

year pins. We have 30 members in this category and their names have been published in the Vestnik, but they will also be getting an invitation to this reception. So, some out and celebrate with us.

Fraternally, Lola Vavra, Reporter

SPJST-

29, Taylor Reports on April Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members, The April meeting of Lodge 29, Taylor was held on Sunday, April 10, 1994. President Melvin Steger called the meeting to order. We recited the Pledge of Allegiance and we stood in a moment of silence for the following deceased members: Edmond Pokorny, Milton Shiller, William Doolan and Elsie Kaiser.

The roll call of officers was taken.

Minutes from the February meeting and the special March meeting were read and approved.

A thank you note from the Taylor Chamber of Commerce was read, thanking Lodge 29 for having their Boot Scootin' Dance at our hall for free. A letter from the Home Office was also read, listing all of the upcoming events.

Our float is entered in the Granger Lake Fest parade on Saturday, May 7th.

The parade begins at 10:30 a.m.

A motion was made for Lodge 29 to join the Taylor Chamber of Commerce.

That motion was tabled until next month.

Mary Ann Ripple and Angie Malicoat have volunteered to be on the May Fete Committee.

Our May Fete will be on Sunday, May 1st. We will have a barbecue meal beginning at 11 a.m. Tickets are $4 each. We need everyone to get out and sell these tickets. We also need members to donate desserts for the meal. We also need cakes for the Cake Walk.

Geraldine Steger and Pam Harper are in charge of the silent auction this year at the May Fete. If you have anything that you would like to donate, please contact Geraldine at 365-6564 or Pam at 365-9631.

Also, Lillian Sakewitz has the meal tickets. Please call her and sell, sell those tickets!

Our May Fete will begin at 2 p.m.

I encourage all of our members to come out and support the youth of Lodge 29 and Lodge 29. This is a very important event for the lodge.

I would like to welcome our new

Lodge 30, Taiton Presents 1994 Officers

Thank you to everyone who donated a pastry item or purchased one through the auction. The youth appreciate your support. The auction generated a total of $218.25 and was divided between the four youth clubs present.

Good things come to those who work for them.

Take an active interest in your lodge and make something good happen.

Pictured, from left, are Assitant ooth Leader Lisa Bubela, Youth Leader • en Kaspar, Treasurer Annimae Merta, Secretary Wanda Dorotik, Vice President Anita Roye and President Monica Staff. ..... .

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Lodge 47, Seaton Member Selected in Miss Junior America Pageant Brandi Lynn Sebek, daughter of Chris and Melissa Sebek of Temple, was recently selected as Miss Junior America, Petite for 1994. She will represent all of Bell County and area cities during her reign. She is the granddaughter of Robert and Shirley Bortz of Temple and Bill and Pat Sebek of Rogers.

Brandi, age 7, is in the first grade at Thornton Elementary School in Temple. She, who is an up and coming gymnast, is also a model for the Children's Department at Dillard's in the Temple Mall. members on behalf of Lodge 29, Taylor.

They are: Ashley Robbins, Frank J. Mikulencak, Joshua Jared Mikulencak, Verna Mae Frietag, Nora Otts and Albert M. Bigon. Welcome and come be a part of us anytime. We're glad to have Nora and Albert. They run our downstairs bar and do a great job!

Youth Leader Donna Vanecek delivered her report. She stated that the Youth Club would be going to Port Aransas on July 15th. She also reported that Adam Jezisek would be having day surgery on Monday, April 11th. Adam, you're in our thoughts and prayers. Donna also thanked everyone for thinking of her while she was in the hospital. Donna, we're glad you're well again!

Albin Machu presented our lodge with the Gold Award. President Steger apologized for not attending the Awards Dinner but he had to work that day.

Ronnie Rieger gave his F.A.C. Report.

He also, read the requirements to receive the Gold Award for 1994.

Edmond Tate gave a report on the State "42" Tournament. Congratulations to Lillie Krueger and Billie Meeks. they won third. Our lodge also won the attendance award. Way to go, "42" players!

President Steger thanked all of the people who have participated in recent events and those who have donated their time and all other types of support.

It was suggested that we start having polka dances on the first Sunday of the month. President Steger said that he would look into it and see what he could come up with.

Our next meeting will be on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. We are changing our meeting time for May due to the fact that Mother's Day falls on the second Sunday.

I would like to invite everyone once again to get involved with the May Fete and the events occurring that day!

See you at the May Fete and at our next meeting.

Fraternally, Pam Harper, Reporter —SPJST-

ednesdaY• April 20. 1994

Lodge 80, Holland Reports on April Meeting Dear Members, Lodge 80's April meeting was held on March 31 due to the Faster weekend with President Harold Rohde presiding.

After the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members, Secretary-Treasurer Glen Latham read the minutes of the last meeting and gave the reports from all committees.

Thank yous were received from the A.C. Sladecek family and the Bernard Gebala family for donations made from the lodge.

Roy Kent Byrd was welcomed into the lodge as a new member.

Vice President G.L. (Pee Wee) Brisbin gave a short report on the officers workshop and the incentive plan for next year.

Brother Latham stated that the new chairs for the remainder of the hall would be in within the next two weeks and that the handicapped parking was completed in the front. This gives a large area now for those individuals so they won't be in gravel any longer.

A.C. (Tony) Sladecek and family have donated two Aggie clocks for the annual picnic, so some of you Longhorn friends may be in the mood to purchase them at the auction.

Past President D.I. Bohac, Isabel Kunz and Catherine Coker were reported on the sick list.

Sales representatives were reminded to contact all new members from the preceding year as a special recognition will be held for them at the May meeting.

Celebrating a birthday in April was Johnny Rohlack. Johnny is always seen working at the hall with his jolly smile.

Whether it is working at game night or any other function held at the hall, Johnny is there to lend a helping hand—a true fraternalist in every sense of the way.

Door prize winners were Estelle Goodnight, Dean Brisbin, Harold Rohde, Eddie Kunz and Frank Pajestka, Jr. Remember May 1 at 2 p.m. for our next meeting and we'll see all you new members there.

Fraternally yours, Frank Pajestka, Jr., Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston

Reports on Member Activities On Sunday, March 6, 1994 we had a beautiful 50th Wedding Anniversary at Lodge 88 when A.J. and Marie Stayton celebrated that great day. They were blessed with three boys: Melvin and wife, Amelia, and a precious little boy, Blake; Arthur J. III and wife, Sharon, and two boys, Casey and Joseph Heath; and John and wife, Nancy.

Royal Warnasch was the emcee to the interesting program. John's wife, Nancy, sang two beautiful songs, "Two Sparrows in a Hurricane," and "Thanks for the Memories." Nancy used to sing professionally—she also drives a HarleyDavidson next to John. They can raise the dust—believe me.

A delicious dinner was served at 6 p.m. which was enjoyed by all. The dance continued until 9 pm. with music

by Bobby Jones.

A little personal comment—A.J. is the

chairman of the Board and Marie is the DYC of District Five.

Remember, "Where love is, God is."

Lillie Spies, our Party Lady from the Birthday Club, and treasurer for many years, had the pleasure of visiting with her dear children from San Francisco.

They used to live in London, but are closer to home now. Lillie is planning on visiting with them in May in their brand new home. Joe had retired but couldn't stand not to have a job. Now he already has a consulting job.

Joe F. Hejl, Jr. from Taylor died on Friday, February 25, 1994 at John's Community Hospital. He was the brother of Mrs. Joe (Della) Miksch from Lodge 88.

Services were held at the Taylor Brethren Church on Sunday, February 27, 1994 with the Rev. James Heji officiating.

Della and family, you have our deepest sympathy from Lodge 88.

Submitted with love by, Pearl Hanka, Second Vice President Remember—"The mind of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps."

—SPJST-

Lodge 92, Fort Worth

Schedules Free Appreciation Dance for June 5 Dear Members and Friends, I suppose that most—if not all— lodges are really getting busy securing new members so they can win the cash awards. It sure helps the lodge to win the large amount of money.

We at our lodge are planning to have a nice program and dance for our sales representatives with the money that they helped to win. This event will be held on Sunday afternoon, June 5th. A committee was appointed to make all of the arrangements for the celebration. The committee had to get a band for the occasion on short notice. They were lucky to get Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. It will be the first time we have had them play here in Fort Worth. Some of us asked our manager several times to get them to play at our lodge, but we were not able to get it arranged. So, mark June 5 on your calendar for a free dance by the famous band. I am sure that the lodge will be filled, so tell your friends to come out for a wonderful dance.

If Fritz Hodde reads this, I have tried lots of times to get you to play—so now is your first time here in Fort Worth. This dance and program will be to honor our sales representatives for the good work they did in 1993. They are already working on 1994, so let's all get behind them and help them secure new members. I will write more about this later so as to keep you informed of the entertainment we will have here at the lodge on June 5.

Our April 10 meeting was well attended. It seems that more members are getting into the fraternal spirit in order to help the lodge grow in membership. Lots of discussion was held as to what the Board of Directors should do in order to keep our building in tip-top shape. Also discussed was the amount of prize money given for our three prizes at our meetings.

There will be three prizes and all will be for the same amount.

District Three President Gordon Hubenak discussed the schedule of events for the district meeting on April 24th.

Contests will be held for hand made objects. There will also be games. So, if you have not attended a district meeting for some time, now is the time to start again. Please note that the meeting program appears in the Vestnik.

The meeting will also give you a chance to visit with our Supreme Lodge President and other officers. These meetings are only held twice a year. Different lodges ask for the meeting, so Fort Worth was lucky to get it this time.

By reading the different letters in the Vestnik from the lodges, it seems that the SPJST is really on the ball and getting larger each year. It is a pleasure to belong to an organization such as we have. I don't believe that there is any other life insurance company that gives to people what SPJST does. So, let's keep up the good work and soon our organization will be one of the largest life insurance companies in Texas.

Till next time, good health and keep reading the Vestnik. Glad to hear that Elsie Davenport is now out of the hospital and is an outpatient receiving radiation treatments. Also home is Carol Zich Everett , who is also an outpatient, receiving whirlpool therapy. Also, Brother Brian, your editorial items are great and most informative.

Fraternally, Carl W. Zich, Reporter P.S.—Years ago, my mother-in-law lived near some railroad tracks in West, Texas. One day, a hobo came to her door and asked her for something to eat. My mother-in-law asked the man what his name was. "Come eat a bite," he answered. " "Come eat a bite?" she asked.

"Don't mind if I do," replied the man.

And he walked right in. That hobo had a clever way of inviting himself in for a meal.

—SPJST-

Lodge 142, Houston

Reports on April Lodge Meeting Dear Readers, At 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, 1994, our regular monthly meeting was called to order by President Keith Kieschnick.

We had 44 members and eight visitors.

All stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag. The roll call of officers and Board of Trustees revealed that all were present Secretary Alice Jochen read the minutes from the previous meeting. These stood approved as read.

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

The Board of Trustees and Bar Report were read by Youth Leader Elizabeth Hermis. The youth members wish to thank everyone for their generous donations, namely Ms. Jo Buri, Frank and Dorothy Tumis, Henry and Rita Hermis, Fred and Jo Ann Buri, Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Schmidt, Joe and Eva Braunagel, Ms. Lorraine Motl, all the youth club members and all persons for their support.

All committee reports were given.

New members accepted were: Stephen E. Braunagel, Kent H. Kristof, and David Scott Hill. Sales representatives are Sidon Tumis (2) and Robert Kieschnick (1).

Visitors recognized were: Joe Braunagel, Burris Sims, Hannah Sims, Fred Burt, Josie Burt, Jo Ann Burt, Joe

Gambit and Samantha Mead. Several of our members and officers attended the Local Lodge Workshop and Awards Ceremony held on March 12, 1994.

Those who attended were as follows: Keith Kieschnick, Mary Ann Kieschnick, Barbara Boyd, Sidon Tumis, Rosie Tumis, Marilyn Spivey, Nelson Jochen and Alice Jochen. The topic of the day was "How to Get Members Active in Our Lodges."

Our president, Keith Kieschnick, was one of the seven panelists who spoke on the subject and he made some very good points. The entire day was most informative and enjoyable. During the awards presentation, our lodge won a bronze plaque which was accompanied by a check for $750.

The next day, Sunday, March 13, our District Five Spring Meeting was held at Lodge No. 172 in Pasadena. Lodge No. 142 was also well represented at this function.

The capsule drawing for $10 went unclaimed due to the absence of Gary Behrens and for the second chance drawing, Mary Brezina. Next month's capsule prize drawing increases to $20. Come to our meeting and you could be the lucky one. Winner of the senior door prize was Steve Braunagel.

April birthday celebrants are: Rita Hermis (4/20), Adele Stern (4/24) and Bertin Doskocil (4/29).

April anniversary celebrants are: Frank and Dorothy Tumis, 45 years (4/17); Henry and Millie Linhart, 48 years (4/22); and Bill and Nancy Cook (4/15).

The door prize went to: Henry Linhart, Lillian Schmidt, Nelson Jochen, and Viola Doskocil.

The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

Refreshments and a delicious lunch of sausage, sauerkraut, parsley potatoes and trimmings were served by our kitchen manger, Rosie Tumis, and helpers, Rita Hermis and Millie Linhart. Thanks to you all for your gracious service.

We wish to give special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Schmidt for their generous donation of ice cream and cookies for our dessert after our meal. This put the icing on our cake.

Also, thanks to the generous donations of the coffee and creamer and kitchen items from Mr. and Mrs. Joe Braunagel.

This is much appreciated.

Respectfully submitted, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST-

Lodge 154, Fort Worth

Reports on April Meeting Dear Members and Friends, Our April meeting was called to order by our president, Brother Jerry Milan, who led us in the pledge to our flag.

Secretary and Financial Secretary Sister Mary Renfro's reports were approved as read. Treasurer Sister Anna Johnson's report was also approved as read.

Cards of thanks were read from the family of the late Brother Bernie Gebala and from the SPJST Scholarship Fund.

Brother Milan reported on attending the workshop. He said that it was a very good meeting and that it was enjoyed by all. (He missed our last meeting.)

Youth Club Leader Sister Mary Steinman and her assistant, Sister Susan Peaton, arrived in time for the meeting

Wednesday. ADril 20. 1994-VESTNfK/9 after they attended the District Youth Meeting at Lodge 84 in Dallas. Gave us a good report on all of the upcoming youth events from May through August.

The Youth Club will have a bake sale at our Craft Show on Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. They are asking for you to contribute the goodies of your choice. So, let's help them out.

Brother Milan reminded us of the District Three meeting on April 24 at Lodge 92 and that Lodge 66 will have a Horseshoe Tournament on April 23rd.

Sister Mary Pavey reported on cards sent.

Special get well wishes were extended to Brother George Halford of Peoria', Illinois, who has been ill and to Brother Joe Milan. He is still in the Harris Methodist Hospital for six weeks. We extend our best wishes for a quick recovery.

A special thanks to the Youth Club for their big clean up of our parking lot after a big rental on Saturday.

Our next meeting on May 8 falls on "Mother's Day." The lodge will furnish the meat and members will furnish vegetables, salad and desserts. The dinner will be at 2 p.m. The Youth Club will have their meeting at 1 p.m. and our meeting will be after the dinner.

We hope that all of the mothers have a wonderful day.

Our Easter Picnic was a big success and had a large attendance and got many good comments.

The egg hunt, egg toss, beer hunt, horseshoe and basketball games were really enjoyed.

"Happy Birthday" to all of our birthday celebrants.

Sister Jeanie Mason was our door prize winner. Her "No. 5" is a lucky number, winning on it two meetings in a row.

The meeting adjourned to refreshments and fellowship.

Then, Sisters Steinman, Anna Johnson and I went to the Milan Gallery. It was a

Scenes from Lodge 189, Bryan College Station March Meeting Ernest Wentrcek, Jr., the Dirctor of Juvenile Probation Services in Brazos County, presented a program at the Lodge 189 meeting on innovative programs in Brazos County dealing with juvenile offenders and prevention programs.

beautiful sight to see as they were hosting the Warhol Exhibition. We then went to the hospital to see Brother Milan. Get well soon. We miss you at the meetings.

See you on Sunday, May 8.

So until—Keep Smiling.

Fraternally, Mary Pavey —SPJST-

186, Caldwell Presents 50-Year Pins at April Meeting Lodge

Dear Readers, Our lodge presented 50-year pins to our members on Sunday, April 10. A lot of guests were in attendance, including District One Director Andrew Vavra and his wife, Lola. Lola took pictures that we will send in later. There were 27 people present.

We had a good meal following the prayer given by Brother Gascamp, our parliamentarian. I know that a lot of us are busy trying to pay for our lodge halls, but it was nice to also have a day of fraternalism.

Submitted by, Faye Luksa, Secretary —SPJST-

Rest Home No. 2, Needville Reports on Resident Activities for March S.P.J.S.T.

Lodge 189 President Ernest Wentrcek, right, receives 50-year pin recognition from Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska .

Resident Update Gregorio Garza, who arrived in March, the newest resident of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville.

We are happy to welcome back three residents from the hospital. They are Nora Priesmeyer, Hilda Cole and Lora Hackstedt.

We regret the death of Gus Eixmann.

Gus will be missed by our staff and the residents.

Anita Schmidt is in Fountain Brooks Hospital in Houston. We wish her a speedy recovery.

Donations Flowers were donated by A Flower

and Gift Shop, Theresa and James Todd and the Prichett Family. Eggs and hams were donated by James Barlow.

Kolaches were donated by the Sodolak Family. A donation from Dr. J.L. Spezia was also greatly appreciated.

March Calendar Every Monday morning, Olie Eixman, Alice Bergen, Ruby Lee Oberhoff, and Willie Mae Tielke came to have sing-along.

Every Tuesday morning, Frank Ramos came to have Bible Study. In the afternoon, Annie Stavinoha, Ida Gasch, Tonie Kramer, and Erma Gorka came to have bingo. Marge Rowley is our new bingo caller. We are happy to have her with us.

Every Thursday morning, Father Ramsey, Milton Legendre, Annie Stavinoha, and Rosie Kovar with St. Michael's Catholic Church came to have Mass. In the afternoon, the Damon, Catholic, Methodist, Immanuel, and Presbyterian ladies took turns coming to have crafts.

Every Friday, Melva Hastings, Mildred Novak, Martha Marx, and Marge Rowley came to roll hair.

Every Sunday morning, Annie Stavinoha and Rosie Kovar came to have rosary. The Knights of Columbus came to give communion. Thanks to the Diaz Family for helping out.

On Wednesday afternoon, March 2, Rev. Avery had services.

On Friday morning, March 4, Alma Corson, Luther Cooper, Ada Dehart, Annie Trapp, Christine Smolik and Social Director Barbara Svatek went to have lunch with the senior citizens at Immanuel United Church of Christ.

On Sunday evening, March 6, Rev. and Mrs. Knitt had services.

On Wednesday afternoon, March 9, Rev. Foster had services.

On Friday morning, March 11, Sophie McDougle, Lela Padgett, Luther Cooper, Ada Dehart, Christine Smolik, and Social Director Barbara Svatek had lunch with the senior citizens.

On Sunday evening, March 13, Tommy Graham and Richard Alamia provided singing for , the residents.

On Wednesday morning, March 16, Peggy and Patty came to sing along with children Sarah, Emma, Ashley, Coca, and Shelley. Thanks to Harold for setting up the equipment.

On Thursday evening, March 17, the residents enjoyed a St. Patrick's Day Party. Cakes were donated by Lydia Byrd and Dorothy Bernshausen. Helen

Lodge 201, Bleiblerville - Nelsonville Hosts SPJST Information Workshop

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Pictured above are the members and visitors who attended the Lodge 189 meeting in the home of Ernest and Billie Wentrecek. They are, from left, front: Jaime Wentrcek, secretary; Jim Wentrcek, age six months; Ernest Wentrcek, Jr.; Fred Blazek and Rev. John Gauntt. Back Row: Al and Nina Quitta; Mary and Rev. Joe Polasek; Cliff Junek, first vice president, and Jane Junek; Mary Novosad; Nora Hermann; Claudia Novosad Pine, second vice president; Ernest Wentrcek, president; and Billie Wentrcek.

Pictured above are the officers and member, of Lodge No. 201, BleiblervilleNelsonville who attended the recent SPJST in li)nna t ion workshop. The Home Office hopes that those attending were able to learn a little more about their Society.

10/VESTNIKWednesday. April 20. 1994 Buchta helped serve cake, ice cream, punch, and coffee to all. The residents enjoyed the afternoon listening to music on tapes.

On Thursday evening, March 17, Garland Hurtye and Mary Goffinett with the Fort Bend Human Society brought pets for therapy.

On Friday morning, March 18, Annie Trapp, Ada Dehart, Luther Cooper, Christine Smolik, Julie Murrile and Social Director Barbara Svatek had lunch with the senior citizens.

On Monday evening, March 21, Ed Pisklak provided music on the accordion.

On Tuesday evening, March 22, Larry Ognoski, George Lolley, and Fritz Koehne provided music and singing.

On Wednesday afternoon, March 23, Rev. Bell came to have services.

On Friday afternoon, March 25, the birthday party was held which included singing happy birthday and listening to music on the piano and accordion by louis Vacek. A Flower and Gift Shop provided the corsages and boutineers.

The Methodist Church Ruth Circle provided the cakes. Mildred Novak and Mrs. Kramer also brought cakes.

Volunteers Ida Gasch, Melva Hastings, and Mildred Novak helped serve cake, ice cream, punch and coffee to all.

Happy birthdays for the month of

March were extended to the following residents: August Fishbeck, Annie Kramer; James Little, Julia Novak and Howard Ray; and to the following staff members: Diane Rivers and Norma Medrano.

On Saturday morning, March 26, the residents had a bake sale. Thanks to all of the volunteers who helped and to everyone who came by to buy something.

Thanks, also, to everyone who donated to the bake sale.

On Sunday evening, March 27, Tommy Graham and Richard Alamia provided singing for the residents.

On Monday afternoon, March 28, Eileen Spezia, Tonnie Dannhaus, James Little, Ada Dehart, Annie Trapp and Social Director Barbara Svatek went riding.

On Thursday afternoon, March 31, Rev. Avery and Rev. Kuebler came to give communion to the residents.

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

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

Submitted by, Barbara Svatek, S.A.D.

—SPJST-

Rest Home No. 1 Hosts Spring Festival

S.P.J.S.T.

The annual Spring Festival was held at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 in Taylor during Easter Week. Mrs Pauline Kovar (AD) welcomed the guests and emceed the program.

The Rev. Donna Ware of the First United Methodist Church gave a short Easter devotion.

As in years past, grandchildren and staff members children joined the students from the Seventh Street Day Care Center in modeling their new Easter finery. Mrs. Diane Volek played the background music while the children mod-

eled their Easter outfits.

Also on the program was Pete Blomquist and Jimmy Grimm, who sang some Easter hymns. Cookies and other refreshments were prepared by the Kitchen Staff, including Shirley Holubec and Sadie Blaha. Punch was served by Gertrude Pulkrabek, Mary Ann Stouffer, Frances Minikus, Demetra Shiller, Elsie Flink and Shirley Holubec.

Sincerely yours, Pauline Kovar (AD —SPJST-

Guests wait for the Easter Show to start at the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 in Taylor.

Corpus Christi Circle of Women Report on April Meeting Twenty-five members and one guest met at Sokol Corpus Christi for the April 7 meeting of the Corpus Christi Circle of Women. Our guest, Dorothy McCoy, was introduced by Lillie Hayek. After talking to her, several of us found that we had known her years ago. We hope that she joins us again in future meetings.

Betty Jurica brought pictures taken at our Goliad outing. They are really good and have been placed in our scrap book.

Thank you, Betty.

Thanks, also, to Jerry Elzner for the lovely Czech Easter card that he sent to all of us ladies wishing us "Vesele Velikonoc." It too was placed in our scrap book.

A day trip to view wild flowers was discussed. Milly Elzner is making arrangements and will contact those who signed up.

We missed two of our regular members, Norma Baker, who had to take her husband, Jesse, to a doctor's appointment, and Anita Regmund, who left for Las Vegas the day of our meeting. All three of Anita's children joined her for the four day trip. Daughter Jackie, and sons Bert and Ronnie, with Ronnie's wife and two sons accompanied her. They must have a lot of fun as it seems to have become an annual event for the family.

Two new members were announced.

They are Diane McRae, daughter of Agnes Burge, and Sherrill Burge, her daughter-in-law. Sherrill is living in Portland with her husband who is stationed at Ingleside Naval Station. We hope that she can attend one of our meetings in the near future.

It was announced that an all day garage sale would be held on Saturday, April 30 by Sokol Corpus Christi. It is for the benefit of the gymnasts and any donations will be appreciated.

Happy birthday was sung to Georgia Ann Kubala. A special birthday card was signed by the ladies to be delivered by Pauline Novosad to her aunt, Albina Bartosh, who was celebrating her 93rd birthday on April 7 at the Sunnybrook Rest Home here in Corpus Christi. We wish them both many happy returns of the day.

Lil Hruska brought three beautiful blooming pots of begonias which were won by Lillian Coville, Ella Simcik and Della Elzner. A red bird plant brought by Marcellina Mokry was won by Anne Spencer. Marcellina also brought a jar of loquat jelly won by Lil Hruska. Carrie Veselka won a box of chocolate covered cherries brought by Rose Huff and Leona Matula won a pound of filet flounder caught and quick f-ozen by our fisherwoman, Anita Regmund. Helen Pavelka won a pretty picture frame brought by Betty Jurica.

Our next meeting will be held on May 5. Until then ...

Fraternally yours, Anna Marie Moss, Reporter —SPJST-

the 1994 Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program work for you.

Tell a friend about the benefits of membership in the SPJST. Make

Children from the Seventh Street Day Care Center recently modeled their new Easter outfits for the residents and guests of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1.

Palacky-Macedonia Schools Reunion Scheduled April 24 Former students, teachers, board members, and their descendants are encouraged to attend the Palacky-Macedonia Schools Reunion Sunday, April 24 at the SPJST Hall in Granger. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and the day will include a covered dish meal at noon.

Dominoes, cards and other games will be played. Please bring the games that you would like to share with others.

Door prizes will be given and an auction will be held to generate funds for expenses. Auction items are requested.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their old school mementos, scrap books and other materials. A representative of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas will be on hand to photograph items.

For more details, please contact Grace Young at (512) 255-0713, Lisa and Buck Pope (512) 859-2939, or Estelle and Rudy Grossman at (512) 446-2465.

Please assist us in circulating this information.

—SPJST-

Czech Band to Perform in Omaha on May 22nd Kovanda's

Kovanda's Czech Band, which is based in the Houston area, will perform and make their third video at the Sokol Hall in Omaha, Nebraska on May 22, 1994. SPJST members performing in the band are Carolyn Filipp (b-Flat clarinet), George Jolly (tuba) and Kathy Jolly (baritone). George Krejci, a native of Brno, Czech Republic, provides for the band's musical leadership. Arrangements are by Vlastimil Kovanda, founder of the band, who now lives in Chomutov, Czech Republic.

The band's featured Czech vocalist, Robert Ermis, was named the Best Vocalist of 1993 at the Texas Polka Music Award Festival on March 6, 1994.

A benefit dance will be held on Saturday, April 30, 1994 at the Ellinger K of C Hall from 7:30 until 12 p.m.

Proceeds will benefit the Fayetteville Museum Building Fund and help to cover the expenses of the band's Omaha trip.

The performance in Omaha marks the band's tenth anniversary. Anyone desiring information on this seven-band, twoday event should contact the band's manager, Leland Miller at (409) 378-2291.

—SPJST-

School Reunion Scheduled April 30 Tyler

The Tyler School Reunion will be held on Saturday, April 30th at Circleville.

Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m.

Attendees are requested to bring food for a covered dish meal to be served at 12:30.

Coffee, tea, plates, and silverware will be provided.

If you know somebody living out of town, please pass the word to them.

Prizes will be awarded.

If you need more information, call Dorothy Markert at 352-7246.

—SPJST-

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Czech Heritage Society of Texas to Meet April 23 in West, Texas The Spring State Meeting of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas will be in West, Texas on April 23, 1994 at the West Community Center, sponsored by the McClennan - Hill Counties Chapter.

Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. with exhibits, family history exchange, swap and share. Jan Vaculik, Editor of Hospodar, will offer a free Czech translation service, so bring your Czech correspondence.

Prior to lunch, there will be entertainment by Czech singers let by Hattie Kolar of West; Czech Folk Dancers of West, directed by Maggie Gremela; accordion music by Dr. Jim Bezdek of Denton, Joseph Kasper of Mount Calm, and Harold Strand of Waco—a "play-along" group, so bring your accordion and join in the fun.

Lunch will be served at 11 a.m.

The program begins at 11:45 with Czech-Texas Connection by Miroslav Prochazka, PhD, current holder of the Texas Chair in Czech Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. Subjects to be discussed have not yet been selected. Dr. Prochazka is the Chair of the Department of Czech Literature at Charles University in Prague and is a visiting professor at UT for the spring semester.

Another segment of the program will focus on Christmas in Roznov ad be hosted by Ladislav Zezula and Victor Peter.

They will be sharing their first-hand knowledge of the Old World holiday traditions and activities they experienced in Moravia in December 1993.

The general meeting starts at 1:15 p.m. and will end about 3:30 p.m.

Please bring your cultural displays, books, family trees and photographs.

Tables will be available for rent to vendors selling Czech-related items. For more information, contact Ernest Jaska at (817) 826-7191.

DIRECTIONS: West is located of Interstate 35, north of Waco. Take Exit 351 and go east on Tokio Road. The West Community Center is located on the right side of Tokio and South Reagan.

Submitted by, Mary Sullivan Czech Heritage Society Reporter —SPJSTNational Genealogical Society Conference Scheduled June 1-4 The Czechoslovak Genealogical Society International will be participating in the National Genealogical Society Conference being held June 1-4 in Houston, Texas. The conference will be at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

The society is participating in the conference by presenting a 90-minute session on Wednesday, June 1st, from 9:30 until 11:00 a.m. The title of the session is "Roundup Your Czech and Slovak Ancestry: Or, What's Poppyseed Doing in My Chile." We will also have a sales table during all four days of the conference.

Besides our session there, two other Czech sessions are being offered. For a copy of the Conference program and registration brochure write to: 1994 NGS Conference in the States 4527 17th Street North Arlington, Virginia 22207-2399 or Paul M. Makousky, Treasurer Czechoslovak Genealogical Society P.O. Box 16225 St. Paul, Minnesota 55116-0225

From the Supreme Lodge Time Exended to Submit Applications for Position of Secretary-Treasurer The Supreme Lodge has extended the time to submit applications for the postion of SecretaryTreasurer. Applications must be postmarked or delovered tothe President's Department on or before April 29, 1994.

Supreme Lodge Accepting Applications for Position of Secretary-Treasurer 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 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 29, 1994.

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 Secretary-Treasurer

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Youth Letters Section Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Learns About Gun Safety Dear Readers, The Snook Youth Club had their monthly meeting on April 6 at 6:30. We had a pizza party and a surprise "belated" birthday party for Aunt Betty and Mrs. Ann. They were real surprised.

We then had our meeting. Jason and Amy Gaas gave a method demonstration on gun safety. It was interesting.

Our next meeting will be on May 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Candice Macik (4-11-94)

—SPJST-

9, Snook Youth Club Reports on April Meeting Lodge

Dear Readers: The Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club had their meeting on April 6 at 6:30. We had pizza, cake and ice cream. It was good.

Then we had our meeting. Afterwards, Jason and Amy talked to us about gun safety.

Fraternally, Dwayne Macik (4-11-94)

—SPJST-

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 organ 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 ftinds are available for loans at the suggestion of the Supreme Lodge. (f) 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.

9, Snook Youth Club Enjoys Surprise Party Lodge

Dear Readers, , Our monthly meeting was held on April 6 at 6:30 p.m. We had a surprise party for Mrs. Ann and Aunt Betty because their birthdays were in March.

We ate our pizza then had ice cream and cake. We had a great time with everyone. Our next meeting will be on May 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Heather Slenk (4-13-94)

—SPJST-

Lodge 30, Taiton

Reports a Busy Month for February Dear Vestnik Readers: The month of February was another busy month for the Talton Youth Club.

On Sunday, February 6th, the Taiton, Lodge No. 30 youth met for their monthly meeting. President Craig Dornak presided over the meeting. I would like to thank my Assistant Youth Leader Lisa Bubela - for taking care of the February meeting so wonderfully. I was in New Orleans for a convention with my

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husband. I returned in time for the Wharton County Cotton and Grain Clinic that the Taiton SPJST youth groups were asked to perform at. The Wharton County Cotton and Grain clinic was held on Tuesday, February 8th at the Civic Center in El Campo. Participating were Jeanine Dorotik, performing a ballet dance to "Book of Days," Crystal Roye doing her State First Place individual routine to "Hit the Road, Jack," Valerie and Crystal Roye, representing the SPJST as State Queen and Duchess, and Taiton's award-winning group talents. Performing the wartime skit medley in the Junior Group were: Chad Dorotik, Camille Staff, Kirby Bubela, Mandy Staff, T.J. Drapela, Crystal Roye, Chase Zalman, Shara Dluhos, Jason Kaspar, and Rachel Dluhos. Concluding Taiton's performers was the State First Place winning jitterbug routine with the Senior Group members Lenice Kaspar, Michael Kaspar, Jeanine Dorotik, Craig Dornak, Valerie Roye, Craig Dorotik, Curtis Dorotik, and Sarah Dluhos.

I would like to take this time to acknowledge and express my sincere appreciation to everyone who helped last summer become the success it was.

Wanda Dorotik—thank you for the wonderful idea with the instructors and organizing practices and costumes. Thank you to A.J. and Molly Kresta for teaching the Senior Group members all of the various jitterbug combinations—we appreciate your time, patience, and energy.

Thank you to Lenice Kaspar who choreographed the jitterbug and line dancing combinations together to the "Born to Boogie" music.

Thank you to Marcy Dorotik and Jean Dorotik for their most original idea of the Junior Group Wartime Skit songs and ideas. The layout of songs with pantomime and skit routines took a lot of time, thought, and talent. We definitely appreciate your giving and devoted help.

And also, again, thanks to Lenice for taking care of all of the cutting and recutting of the tapes for both the Junior and Senior group talent acts.

And thank you to all of the parents who helped with costuming and props and for sharing your children's growth and talents all together. And last—but not least—thank you to all the youth members of the Junior and Senior group acts. You have shown the SPJST spirit by working together, practicing, and performing your various routines at events over the last few months.

To conclude February activities, the Taiton youth visited the Garden Villa Nursing Home on February 14th. Youth members gave the residents homemade Valentines that they had made.

Fraternally, Karen Kaspar Taiton Youth Leader --SPJST-

Lodge 40, El Campo -Hilije Youth Club Reports on April Meeting Dear Readers, The April 5, 1994 meeting of the Lodge No. 40 Youth Club was called to order by Martha Bartos. Lisa Reck led the Pledge of Allegiance. There were four members present. We recognized Ross Juranek as being a new member. The secretary's report was read and approved as

Trickett. The last meeting's minutes were read and approved. We had 19 members and seven adults who attended.

Dana had passed out letters and certificates to those who entered the T-shirt Contest. They were: Justin Engelke, Thomas Honey, Brandi McAdams, Candice McAdams, Jodi McAdams, Brian Tierce, Jesika Tierce, Nathan Tierce and Michael Tierce.

Unfinished business was that we needed to change the time for highway clean up on April 10th to be at 4 p.m. instead of at 2 p.m. Plans were also made to meet at the Moody Nursing Home on March 29 to deliver the Easter balloons.

Under new business, Dana announced several different coming events. One was the SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament at Linden Hall on April 23. She also announced that our spring district meeting would be on April 24 at Lodge 92 in Fort Worth. We also received new rule books with changes. Whoever is age 16 or older can complete an LIT retreat form for camp. Be sure to fill out the order form for your camp T-shirt in order to get your new camp T-shirt.

Michael Tierce brought the game and Dillon brought the cake. Door prize winners were: First Place—Jamie Trickett and Second Place—Sandra Trickett.

For April, Justin Engelke will bring the cake and Douglas Galler will bring the game. Be sure to bring your Easter basket to our April meeting.

Fraternally, Justin Engelke (12) Reporter (4-1-94) —SPJST-

District Six Welcomes New Youth Club and Youth Leader at Lodge 97, Placedo Dear Vestnik Readers, It is with great pleasure that I take this opportunity to announce and welcome a brand new youth club in District Six, Lodge 97, Placedo.

The youth club is being run by Youth Leader Dianna Dum. At present, the club has seven members. I want to welcome all of the parents and Youth Club members of Lodge No. 97 into the SPJST Youth Department.

SPJST has a lot to offer and I hope that you all have a wonderful time being active members within your new youth club.

My assistant, Karen Kaspar, along with myself, were with Lodge No. 97 at their first youth club meeting. I am

happy to say they seem to be off to a wonderful start. I look forward to getting to know all of the new youth and their parents throughout the year.

To my new youth club and to all of the other youth clubs of my district, I want you to know that I am looking forward to all of the district activities i the upcoming year. I have a lot of great and new ideas and am very excited about 1994.

Once again to Lodge 97, Placedo, welcome to the SPJST. I hope you all have a wonderful time. Good Luck!

Fraternally, Marcy Dorotik District Six DYC —SPJST-

Pictured here, on February 27, from left, are District Six Youth Counselor Marcy Dorotik, Lodge 97 Placedo Youth Leader Diane Dum, and District Six Assistant DYC Marcy Dorotik.

read. Sharon Borak collected dues.

Old Business was that the District meeting is now changed to May 1.

During the meeting we practiced our skits. There will be another practice at Friendship Park at 7 p.m. on April 14th.

Don't forget to bring a prize for the booth at the district meeting.

We will make something that shows "the meaning of graduation" for the next monthly craft.

Poems were read and door prizes were awarded. After the meeting, we all enjoyed playing games and having refreshments. The next meeting will be May 5 at 7 p.m. in the Commercial State Bank Gold Room.

Sharon Borak (4-11-94)

It's never too early

Lodge 66, Waco

Youth Club Reports on March Meeting Dear Readers, We had our youth meeting on March 27, 1994. The meeting was called to order by President Jesika Tierce at 2:05 p.m. The pledge was led by Sandra

to start making plans to participate in your district's Youth Achievement Day. Ask your youth leader for details.

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-

Lodge 66, Waco

SPJST Youth Department • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

Youth Club Reminds Members About Horseshoe Contest

Lodge

Name Address Phone

Dear Readers, I just wanted to remind everyone about our horseshoe contest on April 23 at Linden Hall. Our Spring District Three Meeting will be on April 24 at Lodge 92 in Fort Worth.

We want to thank everyone who came out and helped with the Highway Cleanup that was on Sunday, April 10.

Hope everyone enjoyed the Faster egg hunt.

Fraternally, Justin Engelke (12) (4-14-94)

—SPJST-

Please order the following T-shirts: Adult—$4.25 Small (34-36) Medium (38-40) Large (42-44) Extra-Large (46-48) Adult (Large} 2X or Larger

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20.dubna 1994-VESTNiK/13

PODPORA LIDSKOST BRATRSTVI east eeska Ctedni organ Sim anske Podporujici Jednoty Statu Texas. zaloteni roku 1897

RONfIC 82 tiSLO 16 Oddil Dopisovatein

tiad 47, Seaton Mile sestry a bratfi, Pfedseda Frankie Klinkovsky zahajil schuzi 10. dubna ye dye hodiny odpoledne, a povstanim jsme vzdali test na l vlajce. Nositi byly Sharon Hejl a Kristen Kletka.

Melf jsme tichou vzpominku za bratra Bernie Gebala.

Na listku nemocnych bylf Preston Pagel, Edward Mihatsch a Jessica Kirby.

Tajemnice Theresa Kletka pfetetla protakol z minute schitze a byl pfijat tak jak byl napsan: Edwin Vagitek podal zprava za dozortf vybor.

Zpravy tifednikit byly dobfe a nag piknik bude 5 tervna.

Sestra Ginger Gregar podala zpravu, a mela 23 t lea, a 2 navgt6vnficy a 3 dospele.

Navgtevnfky bylo mnoho, nemohu vgechny jmenovat, ale Harvey a Rosie z Wisconsin byli mezi nimi Rosie byla jedng co dostala "50-year pin."

Narozeniny budou slavit: Johnnie L. Vanftek, Leon Zavodny, Ann a Adolf Shenkff, Leo Bata, Anton Vftek a Waymond Richter.

Vyrotf snatku budou slavit: Gene a Ann Hejl, Willie a Adeline Kohutek, Sharon a Alfred Hejl, Mary a Bob Vagitek (59), a Rosie a Harvey Polfvka z Wisconsin (46).

13 tleml dostali "50-year" odznaky a jsou: Frankie Bedfich, Ruby Bolton, Martha Klusgek, Gladys Kovg, Willie Mae Lutz, Rosie Povlika, LaVerne Vanftek, Adolph Shenkff, Ann Shenkif, Elsie godek a Vallie Zavodny.

"75-year pin" obdriela Bessie Maruna Jet. Theresa Stewart, 96 led byla elenu pres 75 rolal a dostala certiftkat.

Pfigti schuze bude 1. kvetna ve dye hodiny odpole dne: Mejte se radf...

Emily Mikeska Stuteville -SPJSTIvtdd

133, San Antonio

Mile sestry a bratfi.

Oznamuji yam le schtlze nageho fadu ktera mela byt v nedeli 17 dubna se nebude konat protole prigtf nedeli et dubna bude schilze y okrsku v New Braunfels, Texas.

Nezapomefite si pfetfst popis o bfeznove schtlzi ktery bude brzy nasledovat.

Se sesterskym pozdravem Miloslava Phelpsova -SPJST-

20.dubna 1994

K devitistemu padesatemu vfroei timrti sv. Vintife, svetce Sumavy.

Vintffovo telo al do husitskych vgek. Tehdy, v souladu s nena vista husita ke kligtertIm, pfipsali benediktfnskdmu poustevnfku tilohu vyzvedate, klitter byl vyplenen a Vintfftiv hrob rozmetan. Po husitskych valkach byl obnoven, Svaty Vintff, nemecky Gunther, ostatky uloieny na oltg. byl pfivodne thiirinsky hrabe, Aversf proti Vintfrovi zejmena pribuzny nemeckeho cfsafe Jindficha podnftil Frant. Palacky (1798-1876) II a jeho sestry Gizely, provdand za politicky pfedstavitel teskeho naroda uherskeho krge gtepana I. Navfc byl v 19.stoletf a nejvet gf novodoby tea zpffznen s teskym knfetem historik y e svem skvelem Bfetislavem I. Jako cell fada svetcu celoiivotnfm dfle Dejiny naroda tehdej gf doby dal vyhost svetu a teskeho, pilne ttenem za Rakouska, vstoupil roku 1 007 do kdy narodnf uvedomenf bylo hnacf dolnoaltteigskeho klagtera na Dunaji. silou proti habsburske Vidni.

Tu povesil svilj Tyree u oltafe, oblekl Pfikladthn dva citaty: mnigske roucho, zfekl svych statkil a Rok 1040 — prvnf nemecke talent odkazal je feholnf komunit6. Po "Tu t echove dosahli oupineho tffletem pobytu v klagtefe si vyiadal viterstvf, potfev ge v boji nejudatnejgf od svaho pfedstaveneho povolenf, mule vojska nepfatelskeho, zajavge aby smel byt poustevnikem. Odchazf velky pad jinych, take malo do Bavorskaho lesa a pro sviij Nemcd se zachranilo outekem, lcu poustevnicky iivot a asketicka kteremul nemecky poustevnfk Vintff, smyglenf zfskava fadu mail a s nimi v okolf onom bydliv gf, cestu jim objevuje dosud neznama pralesovite ukkal." xizemf pod& feky kezn6 od Lallingu Rok 1041 — druhe nemecke talent pfes Rinchnach, zwieselskou panev a "Naueenfm Vintifovym, a na gumav6 klestf cestu z Bavor do tech. jii po 30 let poustevnieiv, vgechny Nejednou poustevnfci uvadeli jejf pramyky znal a stezky sam na bloudfcf jednotlivce i cele druiny na mnohych mistech zakladal, vojsko schadnou cestu pralesem. Ze zprav Jindfichovo pf ekro ell° tentokrat kronikga vysvfta, a Vintff tas od Ceske hranice jiineji nelli vloni v tasu opougtel svou komunitu a mfste, kde jich mane pilne ostffhano. pobyval nejaky tas v bfevnovskem I obgedgf tudfl opevnenf techil benediktinskem klagtefe v Praze, kde stanovigte, dostali se beze ztraty jej spolubratfi chteli zvolit opatem. dovnitf zeta."

Byval tastym hostem i v Mad'arsku Toto lfeenf se stab tehdy u bale gteparta I. Dokonce i nag historickou pravdou a tfm na svetci Bfetislav I, zvany Achilles, zavftal k Vintflovi ulpela vina gpiona a zradce.

Vintfrovi na gumavu v doprovodu Koncern minuleho stoletf se dfky praiskeho biskupa gebffe. Behem ieleznice stavala umava diem cest a Vintffova livota do glo k dvema prazdninovych pobytu, a lida s vgetnym vypravgm Jidficha III proti vd6lcem pfijfmali v ge, co bylo o of Bfetislavovi I. Prvnf v roce 1040, napsdno. Talc na pf. . Ottovy techy druhg v roce 1041. Bylo to brzy lief benedikthiskaho eremitu v tvrdam pote, co desky Achilles dobyl od zagkodnickem svetle. Pogumayska Mad'artl Moravu a pak Poisko, narodnf jednota, nacionalne nelibe nest nemecky soused. Prvnf vyhrarana, pfge v Pnlvodci Sumavou nemecke talent skontilo velkou pffmo nepfgtelsky: "0 hluenych poralkou Nemal v pamatne bitve dne poutfch se tu shleda turista i s 22.srpna u Brildku ye Vgerubskem eeskym procesfm, ktera eeskymi prtsmyku, kde na pamet Bfetislavova pfsnemi oslavuje toho, jeni slat ye vfterstvf byla vystavena kaple sluibach narodnfch odpurcil a pfisobil zasvecena svatemu Viclavu. ke zdolanf eeskaho tivlu. Pracovati Nemecka vojska byla rozpr ggena a proti kultu svatovintffskamu mezi ,a,st se jich zachranila iltekem. Druhe eeskym lidem znamend pracovat o Jindfichovo talent nasledovalo za rok odistenf nag f narodnf kultury a a skontilo Bfetislavovou poralkou. povahy narodnf." Nenf tedy divu, Obe dye nemecke vypravy byly tento nazor z minulaho stoletf vedeny dvema proudy vojsk. Jeden pfetrvival hlubobo do nageho stoletf. proud Uhl pfes gumavu, druhy pfes N6lcolik pozdAj gfch historiku, !Crane hory na severozapadu tech. zejmana Josef Pekaf, zbavilo sv.

Tento proud druhe nemecke vypravy Vintffe vyzvedaeske a zradcovska se dostal a k Praze, kde rozdrtil legendy, kterou tai logicky a Bfetislavetv odpor, a ten se proto historicky vyvracejf musil podrobit nerneckemu vftezi. tusta, autofi stfedo gkolskd ueebnice.

Sv. Vinif zemfel, jak jil v tomto Vintff Gunther je nemeckym tlanku zmfneno, v roce 1044. Byl svetcem uctivanym jak na nemecke pochovan na sve pfanf v tak na eeske strane umavy. Svedef o benediktfnskem kostele v Bfevnove v torn detna GiinterhOfe (Vintffovy Praze a sam kn1 a Bfetislav mu dal Dvory), kaple, kaplieky, z nichi se vystrojit pohfeb. Zde odpotivalo dochovala u nas ta nejmladgf,

vystavena v roce 1936, opravena roku 1970 i s obrazem sv. Vintife na nejvyggfm bodu horsk6 silnitky Chotegov Kunkovice, Pine od mesta Klatovy, zapadne od mesta Sugice, ukryta do mohutnych korun dvou lfp. Od teto kaplitky je pfekrasny pohled do mtlsteckych svalul. Tu si &ova op& pfipomene, jak uasny byl cit ndich pfedku ye stare vlasti, kdyl pro sve kostely a kaple dovedli nalezt tak tichvatna mista.

Teiigtem vintffske tidy byl kostel v Dobre Vode a nedaleka Skala.

Osada Dobra Voda se nachazf v Novohradskych horich blfzko tofinskeho pralesa a hory imenem Vysoka, blfzko hranic tech a Rakouska. Tu pramenf ffeka Stropnice tekoucf na severozapad do t eskych Budejovic, kde se pak vleva do Vltavy. Osada Dobra Voda je v nadmofske vygce 880 metre( a nedaleka Skga je v nadmofske vygce 1060 metre(. Dobra Voda se pripodmind roku 1618 drevenou kaplf tohoto poustevnfka, kterou nechala pfestavet Eleonora Mannsfeldov g v roce 1734 ye farni kostel. Pod aim se nachazf pramen slabe znineralizovane vody ve vyzdene jfmce, ktery dal tomuto poutnimu mfstu jmeno. Asi 20 minut chfize do svahu nad obcf se narn objevf Skala. Jsou do of vytesany schtldky, opatfene zabradlfm. Na vrcholu Skaly stal a pod Mm do skgy byl zapugteny relief Kristovy hlavy, chrineny olovnatym sklem. Na tipatf Skaly stga malitki kaplitka.

Zatatkem padesatych let tadily tu bezboind komunisticke bojavky po kterych zbylo z kaplitky jen rumigte, a kovove zabradlf bylo vyvraceno. V Kristove prave tvgi a trnove korune navic uvfzlo nekolik projektila s prfistfely v ochrannem stile.

Kdo ted' sem pfichazf do poltranitnfch gumayslcych hor je odmenen ngdhernym pohiedem do vnitrozetnf, kde lelf pod nfm Sugice a zgpadnfm smerem cely vojensky prostor uzavfeny pohranitnim hfebenem.

V Bavorsku nam sv. Vintife pfipomfnajf mnoha mista, ze kterych uvedu ta nejznamej gf. V impozantnfm novogotickem chramu ve Zwieselu nalezneme svetcuv oltaf s jeho sochou v moderne lidovem pojetf. Tu blfzko leif mesteeko Rinchnach, ktere Vintff zaloill v roku 1000 a jet je nejstargfm mestem v Bavorsku.

Kaidorodn6 je to svatogiintherskg pout' poslednf tyden v eervnu a kaikly etvrty rok v srpnu si pripomfnajf zaloienf mesta velkou cirkevrif slavnostf spojenou se slavnostnfmi hrami, v nichi lidovy kroj zcifiraznuje tradice Bavorskaho lesa.

Ted' po 41 letech komunisticke

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14NESTMK-20.dubna 1994 hnIzovlady (1948-1989) je yid& jakoukoli mtrou k aspegne einnosti krajany — turisty ze stare viasti na nadace, mezi nimi zvla gt6 ocenil bavorske stran6 Sumavy. Potkal jsem pomoc sve man lelky Justiny. Ostatnf se tam z ntkolika z nich na jafe roku tifednIci pfednesli svoje zpravy.

Bratr Kola oznamil, a poeet 1991.

Evropa je ted' pro t eskou studentu ee gtiny se nynf zvyguje, Republiku oboustrannt otevfena a zvlakt do novezarazeneho pfedmetu do glo tee k smffenf stare vlasti s "Literatura v exilu." poeetnym zapadnfm sousedem.

Dr. Prochazka pfednesl kratky Doufejme aby toto vz gjemne smffenf projev a oznamil, e bude ueit dva bylo opravdove a trvale. Pak predmety pod nazvem "Drama za Rinchnach, Vintff ova Skala a Druhe svetove valky" a o PraIskem bfevnovsky kla gter v Praze budou linquistickem kroulku za vedenf bezpeeny'mi pilffi mostu, ktery Romana Jakobsona. Nabfdl rovna pfeklene tiskilete obdobf boju a jakoukoli pomoc krome finanenf pomoci, kterd se tee ko nynf shanf, nedOvery.

Nakonec pfiklad gm me upffmne av g ak ustavenf ka tedry eeskeho blahopfanf manielam Hannanovym -- jazyka pfi universite ureitt rozvine Kevinovi a Hanii k narozenf jejich vztahy mezi Texasem a starou vlastf prvorozene dceru g ky Mariany a mezi universitami v obou zemfch.

Gabriely 5. ilnora t.r. Necht' toto Dal g f schAze sboru feditelu bude deveatko narozene ve znaku vodnafe kongna dne 16. dubna 1994 v jednu (aquariuse) je stalym slunfekem svych hodinu odpoledne v mfstnostsi efslo 3128 v Sinclair Suite v union rodieti. budove. Dopoledne budou mft John J. Karas z Houstonu. schialcu zajemci o eegtinu.

—SPJSTPo skoneenf schaze zastali natal' Menove v pfatelskem poho voru. eskg dopisovatel: Zprava Jan Vaculfk.

-SPJST-

z.Vvfrani &Mize CEFT

Vyroenf Menska schfize CEFT se konala y e velmi peknem prostfedf na Hostyn6 v Texasu dne 29.ledna 1994 za velmi pane deasti v gech feditelu a hosta. Mezi hosty byli pfivitanf presidentem sboru feditela nadace bratrem Rogerem Kolaem, Jerome Kolodejeak, pant Kostom, Carolyn Meinersov g, Jim Simpson, Clarence Peril, Ludmila, Marcela, Jana a Jenik Vaculikovi, Emilie Hut'ka, Cindy Nekuia Brownov g , Geraldine Nekulova, Bobbie Pertlova, Justine Pokladnfkov g , Mildred Chervenkovd, Shirley Ho gkova a Judith Markova.

Po vyffzenf organisadnich vecf nS pokladnfk Ben Trealek, Jr. pfednesl pane vpletovanf.

Bratr Sidney KacEE zastoupil bratra Howard Leshikdra a ulcazzl razne druhy plaket, ktere na g e nadace chystd udelit darctIm na ustavenf katedry teskeho jazyka na Texaske universite. Plakety byly vybrany a rovnei veno vanf bylo pozmtneno a schvaleno.

Pfivftali jsme take mezi sebou jako novou elenku nag eho sboru fediteld Geraldinu Nekulovou, kterd je presidentkou Bratrske spoletnosti katolicke rodiny v Texasu jako ndhradu za zemfeleho zaldadajfcfho Mena, bratra Rudy gefefka.

V f eto chvfli byly seeteny volebnf tajne lfstky a dne g nf tifednfci nagf nadace byli znovu zvoleni jednohlasne na dal g f ob dobf.

Po kratke pfestavce pro osveie ni a pro pffpravu na dal g f schbzi president Ceske vzdelavacf nadace statu Texas (CEFT) bratr Sid PokladnfIc zahajil schuzi nadace a podekoval za projev pohostinstvf farnf osadt na Hostynt, ktera poskytla velmi pffjemnou MI pro nagi schazi feditelskeho sboru. Pfedstavil profesora Miroslava Prochazku, ktery nynf uef na universite te gtinu a ostatnf pfedmety, ktere s tfrn souvisf.

President nadace pak velmi dojat6 podtkoval v g em pfftomnym a ostatrifm pracovnfkiim, kteff pfispeli

Learn

Czech With Us

29th lesson. Dative Singular.

1. Dative singular has endings either identical with the locative singular (nouns), or similar to it (pronouns and adjectives).

See lesson 22. tomu memu/nagemu, dobremu, panu/-ovi, tvemu/vagemu, modernimu, hradu, stroji jejimu (her) to me/nag', dobre, gene, ulici tve/vagi, modern', pfsni jeji (her), kosti tomu memu/na gemu, dobremu, mestu, mofi tvemu/vagemu, modernimu, nadraIi jejimu (her) 2. Prepositions governing the dative case: k (to, towards): Jdeme na nav gtevu k pfiteli Karlovi. (for): Co mate dnes k obedu? proti (against): Co mate proti mne? (opposite): Proti na gemu domu je stanice metra. naproti (opposite): Naproti nadrah stal nag autobus. Piijdeme str9ci naproti na leti gte. (to meet) 3. Verbs with the dative object: vefit (believe): Tomu, co yam iekl, klidne vefit. rozumet (understand): Nerozumim tve manlelce, mluvi moc rychle. dekovat (thank): Podekovali jsme str9c za (for) darky. patfit (belong): To auto neni moje, path bratranci Petrovi. pomahat (help) - pomoci: Pomohli jsme mamince ukidit byt. smat se (laugh at): Deti se smaly Jirkovi, protole byl ne gikovn9. (clumsy) divit se (wonder): V gichni se diNili Frantigkovi, 2e umi tak dobfe eesky. dovolit (allow): Ueitel dovolil studentum odejit domil dive.

4. Dative as second (personal, indirect) object beside the first (direct, impersonal) object in the accusative. Poslali jsme dedeekovi dopis. Ukazali jsme

The nominative is also the case of a noun standing alone (unless in direct address, or understood as a part of an incomplete sentence).

The accusative case is the case of the direct object of transitive verbs. It tells what person or object is directly affected by the action of the verb. It answers the questions: Whom? What?

The masculine inanimate and neuter hard nouns have the same form in the accusative as in the nominative. The feminine nouns change the ending "a" to "u": Ex.:Mas. Nominative: Accusative:

U'eme se 'eesky Let Us Study Czech!

Lekce gestnacta—Lesson No. 16 Cteni—Reading Rodite Rozmil9 tatieek, ten se o mne stark co on se nadeld, od jara do jara!

Rozmila matieka pere mi ko gilku, od prace nemiva pokoje na chvilku.

Slovnitek Vocabulary rodiee, parents rozmil9, á, e, dear, beloved tatieek, father matieka, mother jaro, spring kogilka, shirt chvilka, a little while prace, work starati se, I, to care for prati III, to launder mivati I, to use to have nadelati se I, to work a lot nemiva pokoje, doesn't have rest Mluvnice—Grammar 1. The Nominative and Accusative Cases: In Czech the nouns are declined according to their grammatical functions in the sentence. The nouns that have been listed in the vocabulary have been in the nominative case. The nominative is the case of the subject of the sentence or of the predicate nominative (after the verb "to be"). str9ci Franti gkovi Prahu. Rekli jsme mamince v g echno. Pitjeil jsem kamaradovi nekolik e'es14ch knih.

Ueitel dal studenturn dornacf dkol.

Dedeeek vypravel Mem pohadkv. (fairytales).

5. Possessive dative: Pfijel mi bratr. ( my brother) Karlovi se ztratilo pero. (= his pen got lost) Zen' se mu bratr. (= his brother gets married) The possessive pronouns should not be used instead.

6. Dative expressing benefit: Matka nam uvafila obed. (for us). Str9c nam pfivezl darky. Bratr postavil &tem snehulaka.

7. Dative with verbs h'bit se (like -- the sight of sth.) and chutnat (like -- the taste of sth.): Otci se libil ten velk9 obraz od Josefa Manesa. Mem se libi-

InanimateFern. kniha kabit kabit knihu

Neuter mleko mleko

2. Sentences using the accusative case: Student ma, kabat.

Student ma knihu.

Student ma mleko.

The three nouns: kabat, kniha, and mleko are the direct objects in the three sentences and they are said to be in the accusative case. Note that kabat and mleko did not change in form, but kniha changed to knihu.

Homework 1. Translate and memorize the reading exercise.

2. Memorize the vocabulary and conjugate the verbs.

3. In the following sentences underline the nouns that are in the accusative case.

Ctu dopis a knihu.

Ueitel me papir a tuIku. Davam mleko koece.

Nemam pero, ale marn inkoust.

Piji vodu a jun maso. *** Matitka Buh mi dal mamieku. jako kvet na jafe, Ie bych ji vylibal na tvate.

Ruzicky na tvate jako d ye znaminka, Ie je to na svete nejhezei maminka.

—SPJST-

ly vesele barvy. Dedeekovi se nen', Ie u2 nemluvime e'esky. Str9ci Frantigkovi chutnaly nage buchty.

8. Other uses of the dative: Je nam teplo /zima/dobfe/gpatne... (= we feel warm, well...) Karlovi je osmnact let. (= Charles is eighteen years old). Je nam to Ifto. (= We are sorry).

Jan Holub

Can you help us provide the Gift of Music?

Until July 31, S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Directors encourage SPJST members and lodges to support their drive to raise funds for a new piano for the residents of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville.

Any amount will be appreciated. Please forward your gifts to: S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 Piano Fund P.O. Box 347 • Needville, Texas 77461

Please indicate on your check that funds are to be directed to the Piano Fund.

Thank you very muck

11111 WW1

Wednesdau_April 21 1994-VESTMK/15 Monday, April 25—American Legion, 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 1—Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

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.

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

SPJST CALENDAR

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

FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

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LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD 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.)

5 p.m. On premises catering available. For information, callthe hall at 352-9139. To reserve hall, please contact Melvin Steger at 365-6564. *** LODGE NO. 35, ELK 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.)

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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. 13, DIME BOX Sunday, May 1—Chicken barbecue with beans at the pits. There will also be a bake sale; lodge members are encouraged to contribute an item for the bake sale. Sales start at 11 a.m.

(Local lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.) **.

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS 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 (Local lodge meetings are held on the first Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of every month at 3 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Sunday, April 24—Battle Dance ($6 per person); Music by Central Texas Sounds and Harry Czarnek, 2-7 p.m.

Saturday, April 30—The Debonaires, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. (under 12 must be accompanied by parent) Sunday, May 15—Battle Dance ($6 per person); Music by Boby Jones and Czech Harvesters, 2-7 p.m.

(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 23—Fields-Benz Wedding Dance; Music by DJ; Public invited.

Sunday, May 8—Mother's Day Barbecue; Dine in or take out, 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

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 Saturday, April 30—Polka Festival, opening at 10 a.m. Serving lunch from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.; dancing with music by the Sulak Brothrs from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.; by the Vrazels from 2:15 - 6:45 p.m.; and by the Lone Star Czechs from 7:15 unti112:00.

Sunday, May 1—Polka Festival, opening at 10:30 a.m. Serving lunch at 11:00 a.m.; dancing wit music by the Texas Dutchmen from 1-5:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 7—Private rental Saturday, May 14---Private rental Saturday, May 2 1 --Private rental (Local lodge l'.eetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. Youth Club meetings are the third Thursday 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 Sunday, May 1—May Fete; barbecue meal beginning at 11 a.m. Ticketes: $4. May Fete begins at 2 p.m.

Monday, May 2—Lodge Meeting, 6 p.m.

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

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 23—Jodie Mikula Orechestra of Ennis Saturday, April 30—Don and Pat Motl's Silver Wedding Anniversary with music by 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 Wed., May 4—Regular SPJST meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 14—Fifth Annual Tarok Tournament, Register at 8:30 a.m. Everyone welcome Friday, May 20—Game Social, 6 p.m.

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

LODGE NO.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 23—SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament Saturday, April 23—Eagle Canyon Express Friday, April 29—Cherokee Rose Saturday, April 30 CLOSED Friday, May 6—Cherokee Rose Saturday, May 7—Cherokee Rose Saturday, May 14—Eagle Canyon Express Friday, May 20—Cherokee Rose Game nights (Taroky, dominoes, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Members, please bring snacks. ***

LODGE NO.67, SCHULENBURG Sunday, April 24—Lodge meeting at 7 p.m. at the Johnnie Holub home. Refreshments after the meeting. *** 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 Sunday, April 24—Fredrich Reunion

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. 84, DALLAS Monday, April 18—Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, April 29—Special Dance with "Brave Combo," Admission: $7 Monday, May 16—Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 21—Dance with music by Mikula Orchestra Sunday, May 22—Memorial Fund "Cruise Ship" Theme Event. Free Buffet while playing games and dance to music by the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra Saturday, June 4—Dance with music by Czech Harvesters ***

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON 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 Fri., May 6—Texas Brew, CV, $5 per person Saturday, May 7—Texas Dutchmen, Polkatime, $5 per person Saturday, May 14—Manny Green, Big Band Music; Dress Code; $8.50 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.

Sunday, May 22—Music by the Henry Rejcek family band from Ennis, Texas, 3-7 p.m.

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

LODGE NO. 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 (Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.) *** LODGE NO.154, FORT WORTH Saturday, May 7—"Craft Show," 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday, May 8—Mother's Day Dinner, 2 p.m.

Meeting following. *** LODGE NO. 161, LA PARTIA JOURDANTON Sunday, June 12—La Parita - Jourdanton SPJST Lodge 161 will have its quarterly meeting at 12:45 a.m. at the Jourdanton Civic Center.

RSVP to Tillie Koch, 569-5627 no later than

May 30, 1994. See you all there! Please come and enjoy a meal and fellowship. *** LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Sat., April 16—South Texas Crystals (C/W) Saturday, April 23—Due West (C/W) Saturday, April 30—River Road Boys (C/W) Saturday, May 7—Little Bit of Texxas (C/W) Saturday, May 14—Sugar Creek (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 23—Reckless Saturday, April 30—OPEN Saturday, May 7—Loaded Dice Saturday, May 14—Backroads Saturday, May 21—Fire Creek Saturday, May 28—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 16—Crossfire Saturday, April 23—Wayne Martin Saturday, April 30—Mountain Creek Saturday, May 7—Rough Country Saturday, May 14—Texas Heat (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 22—Texas Unlimited Saturday, April 23—Debonaires Friday, April 29—Lonesome Dove Saturday, April 30—KIKKER (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, April 20—Cloggers Thursday, April 21—Pine Squares Practice Friday, April 22—Private Party Saturday, April 23—C&W Dance - Ginny Lin Monday, April 25—Square Dance Lessons Tuesday, April 26—C&W Lessons Wednesday, April 27--Cloggers

Thanks for a job well done .. .

SPJST Presents The Quarterback Club Twelve Applications Written in First Quarter

Evelyn Mikeska 196 - Houston

Martha Broz 160 - San Angelo

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Albin Machu 29 - Taylor

Six Applications Written in Quarter

Diane Howie 188 - Centerville

Ladis Navratil 87 - Temple

Deann Beckendorf 182 - Marlin

Ben Jarma 84 - Dallas

Let's take a few moments to recognize eleven of our very special sales representatives. They have the special distinction of being the first to qualify for the "Quarterback Club," a special group of top producers for this past quarter. Their degree of achievement is designated by three categories, beginning with "First Down," then "Second Down," and the most challenging being "Touchdown."

Sidon Tumis 142 - Houston

Ray Pilgrim 40 - El Campo-Hillje

Charles Garrett 97 - Placedo

Susan Hoelscher 151 - Wharton

We congratulate these top producers. We applaud their initiative and ability to set and meet goals. We now encourage them and other capable sales representatives to set their goals for the next stopâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;"The Coach's Club." The target goal for placement in the Coach's Club for the period from January through June is $600,000 of insurance written as of June 30.

Fraternally,

All of 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.

Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Vice President

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