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VOLUME 83 NUMBER 25

In celebration offreedom and democracy

SPJST honors Stars and Stripes The SPJST's annual Flag Day obserIn observance of Flag Day 1995, the SPJST conducted a public flag-raising vance coincided with flag-raising activiceremony at the SPJST Home Office ties hosted by fraternal societies across Building in Temple. Those in attendance the nation. On June 6, Supreme Lodge included Supreme Lodge Officers, Home President Howard Leshikar, Supreme Office personnel, city and county offi- Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska cials, area civic leaders, residents and and SPJST Executive Assistant Kathy Fritz participated in a SPJST members.

Texas Fraternal A military color Congress (I I-C) cerguard with represenemony in Austin durtatives from the ing which a proclaArmy, Navy and Air mation was issued by Force raised the flag.

Governor Bush's Following the Pledge office recognizing of Allegiance, SPJST Insurance Underthe contribution of writer Ruth Hanusch fraternal benefit sociled the assembly in eties in Texas. They the National Anthem. were part of a delegation of approxiSupreme Lodge President Howard mately 20 other indiLeshikar followed by viduals representing introducing SPJST fraternal benefit sociofficers and area digeties in Texas. nitaries. Temple Brother Mikeska Mayor J.W. Perry is currently serving delivered the Flag as President of the Day message.

Texas Fraternal Following Mayor District One Youth Counselor Congress, a statePerry's message, State Susan Slu-abanek and son, Kyle, wide association of Fraternal Activities members of Lodge 17, New Tabor, fraternal benefit sociCoordinator Frank attended the Flag Day program. eties domiciled in the Klinkovsky recited an state of Texas.

Representing approximately 600,000 essay on what it means to be free written by 14-year old Amy Gaas, a member of Texans, the TFC and its member societies Lodge 9 Snook and the winner of the have long been recognized for promoting annual SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest. patriotism and civic responsibility in the That essay appears in its entirety at the communities which they serve. right.

SPJSTTemple Mayor J.W. Perry, left, joins Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas and Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska at a Home Office reception following the public flag raising ceremony.

Flag Day essay winner expresses what it means to be free Congratulations to Amy Gaas, age 14, of Caldwell, Texas, who is the winner of this year's SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest. Amy and her parents, Dennis and Karen Gaas are all members of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook. Amy's essay was read during the June 14 Flag Day ceremony held at the SPJST Home Office in Temple.

When I think of being free, I think of being able to express my feelings and opinions openly and honestly.

Being free gives me the right to vote, to choose between rival candidates for public office and to even be able to run for office myself. Being free includes me being able to speak out publicly or privately on what I believe in. I am able to give my What does it thoughts on relimean to really gion and voice my be free? Am I opinions on govfree? Are you free? To .me, ernmental and political issues. freedom is the Most importantability to make ly, I have the right choices and to carry them out. to believe in and practice the faith Freedom and of my choice.

Liberty go hand in hand. For people to Being free allows have complete freeme the right to . choose where I dom, there must be would like to no restrictions on receive my educahow they think, tion and later on to speak, or act. They must be aware of work and choose what their choices my owii job. are, and they must I also believe have the power to with freedom decide among those comes responsibility. A responsibilchoices. They must also have the means Military color guard hoists Old ity to insure that and the opportunity Glory and the Texas Flag. not only a few, but to think, speak and all people enjoy act without being controlled by anyone the pleasures of freedom. In America, else. I think people are free if society we have that pleasure of freedom. I and our government imposes no am proud of my Country. I am also unjust, unnecessary, or unreasonable very proud to call myself an American. limits on us. —SPJST-

Summer Marathon '95 Membership Drive Gets Underway July 1 SPJST

SPJST members are encouraged to be a part of the "Summer Marathon '95" Membership Drive. Top "recruiters" can earn cash prizes for themselves and their local lodges . . . For details, see the Vice President's message on page three and the back page of this week's

Vestnik.

2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, June 28, 1995

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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The Quadrennial Check-Up

Lodge Rosters Requested

Last week I went to the doctor for a routine physical exam. A lot of you, I'm sure, know what that's all about. It's no picnic-but it is a chance to make sure everything's working like it should. It's kind of like that with our Society, too Every four years, the SPJST has a checkup. It's called the convention-and our next one will be here before you , know it.

In a little less than a year, SPJST delegates will converge in Arlington, Texas for the 27th quadrennial convention.

Think about it. What a wonderful opportunity to set the stage for our second century as a fraternal benefit society! A chance to look far, far beyond our current achievements and visualize the opportunities that lie ahead for the SPJST and its members .

We are proud of the fact that we have an organization founded on the high ideals of fraternalism and mutual aid. It would be healthy for our Society in 1996 to recapture some of the enthusiasm, optimism and excitement displayed by our founders and those delegates who attended our early conventions.

It's time to start thinking and planning for the 1996 convention. A lot of important business will be conducted in those few days. As outlined in Article Three of our SPJST By-Laws, two of the convention's important powers will be to "adopt, amend, and supplement the by-laws," and elect members of the Supreme Lodge, editor of the Vestnik, and all required committees.

One of the important committees elected at each convention through the district caucuses is the seven-member ByLaw Committee. The committee is elected "for the purpose of considering, arranging and recommending of motions, for amending by-laws by the succeeding convention, eliminating conflicts in the by-laws, codifying, rearranging, and having the by-laws printed."

I visited by telephone last week with Sister Mildred Holeman, a member of Lodge 88, Houston and Chairman of the SPJST Bylaw Committee. One of the items we discussed was the matter of making recommendations to our existing By-Laws. As she stated, and as outlined in our By-Laws, "recommendations for changes to the by-laws must be submitted to the secretary of this committee not later than 60 days prior to the convention."

Brother Johnnie Krizan, a member of Lodge 6, Cottonwood, is Secretary of the By-Laws Committee.

According to Sister Holeman, recommendations may be sent in any time between conventions. The committee will be meeting next January to deliberate and act on the recommendations that they receive.

We have a wonderful organization in the SPJST. Let's plan on making it even better.

A memorandum went out last week from Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin relaying her thanks to all of the lodges that have provided the Home" Office with a listing of their 1995-1996 lodge officers. As she explains, "This information is important in that it helps expedite the manner in which we here at the Home Office can get all of the information needed into the hands of those people you have elected to be your lodge officers for the upcoming year."

She also indicated, however, that there were a few lodges that still needed to send in this information. They are as follows: In District One-Lodges 13, 57, and 141; in District Three-Lodge 167; and in District FiveLodges 114, 149, 162, and 181.

The lodges that are listed above are encouraged to please send this information to the Home Office as soon as possible. Sister Anglin expresses her thanks for your attention. ***

"We have a wonderful organization in the SPJST. Let's plan on making it even better."

A Simple Idea That Works Fraternal insurance is a simple idea that works. It works because it relies on sales representatives who are more than a vacuum tube for insurance premiums between the member and the Home Office. Some of our Society's most successful sales representatives are those who take an active interest in the welfare of their fellow brothers and sisters. Many of these people are lodge officers, trustees, youth leaders or active members involved in the day-to-day management of their lodges and fraternal programs.

If you're thinking of increasing your insurance coverage in 1995, give one of your local lodge sales representatives a call. Explore the many options available to you through the SPJST. Likewise, if you know someone who would be a good candidate for membership in the Society, tell them about the SPJST and what it can do for them. ***

Give Me Give me work to do, Give me health, Give me joy in simple things, Give me an eye for beauty, A tongue for truth, A heart that loves, A mind that reasons, A sympathy that understands.

Give me neither malice nor envy, But a true kindness And a noble common sense.

At the close of each day Give me a book And a friend with whom I can be silent.

-S.M. Frazier --SPJST--

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Lodge Letters Section

From the Vice President's Office Vice President Mikeska Announces Summer Marathon '95 Remember these dates: July 1 through October 31. These 123 days could be the most exciting days for you, your lodge, and your lodge sales representatives.

Why? Because . . . We're introducing ...

SPJST's Summer Marathon '95 You asked for it! Here it is!

What better way to share the many great benefits that SPJST has to offer than by inviting friends, relatives, co-workers, and other folks to join and become members of your lodge. Now's the best time to invite them to join during our Summer Marathon '95 . . . July 1 October 31.

Now . . . You asked . .

What's in it for you? What's in it for your lodge? For the SPJST? For each approved new member you recommend, your name is entered in a cash drawing plus you will be recognized in the Vestnik. Your lodge will also be eligible to win cash prizes based on the

number of new members obtained during this membership drive. See back page for all the exciting details!

We will be mailing posters to each lodge to display along with Marathon Membership coupons.

Let's all pull together and be a part of this winning team by promoting our membership drive.

Make your lodge grow.

Now remember this number "123"— the total days of the membership drive. If you tell one new person a day about SPJST and have them complete a membership coupon, you would be recommending 123 people for membership into our organization. Just tell ONE person a day.

That's all we ask.

See you at the finish line ...

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

"These 123 days could be the most exciting days for you, your lodge and your lodge sales representatives."

Here's Your Ticket to Participate in Summer Marathon '95 SPJST members are encouraged to be a part of the "Summer Marathon '95"

Lodge 25, Ennis Reports on June Meeting Our membership met on Thursday, June 8 at Lodge 25 dining room. A fraternal social was held before the business meeting.

President Ernest Haskovec called the meeting to order at 8 p.m. Johnnie Krajca led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.

Secretary Patricia Fowler read the minutes and they were approved. The monthly financial report from Treasurer Kay Kovar was accepted as read.

A report from the Polka Festival Vice Chairman Janet Patak was given. Plans are being made for the 1996 Festival.

Congratulations to three of our lodge members who received the SPJST 1995 scholarships. They are Sister Amy Zapletal, Lee Ann Krajca, and Jennifer Honza. Amy is the daughter of Martin and Gladys Zapletal. Lee Ann is the daughter of Kenneth and Elizabeth Krajca and Jennifer is the daughter of Ronnie Honza and Theresa Whitley. We wish the best of luck to all the 1995 graduates.

The 1995 officers were installed by Sister Doiphie Hrabina. The officers are President Ernest Haskovec; Vice

President Charlie Patak; Secretary Patricia Fowler; Treasurer and Financial Secretary Kay Kovar; Youth Leader Alicia Honza; and Sergeant-at-Arms Johnnie I. Krajca.

Our next meeting will be Thursday, July 13 at 8 p.m. Hope to see you there.

Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST-

47, Seaton Reports on June Meeting

Lodge

Dear Brothers and Sisters, The June 2 meeting of Lodge 47, Seaton was called to order by President Calvin Skrabanek at 8 p.m. The Flag Bearers Crystal Bartek and Janet Baca brought in the flags and led us in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.

Visitors welcomed to the meeting were Ann Balusek and Nancy Tunney, the mother of Carolyn Coufal. We hope you enjoyed the visit to our meeting and please come again. We always hope to make everyone feel at home.

On the sick list since the previous meeting were Sisters Wanona Sula, Lillie Skrabanek, and Bennie Mikeska, and Brothers Alfred L. Klusacek, Edward

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July 8

Tarok Tournament at Lodge 17, New Tabor

August 5

SPJST State Royalty Contest

August 6

SPJST State Youth Achievement Day

August 26

SPJST Youth Club Officers' Workshop

August 26

Tarok Tournament at Lodge 92, Fort Worth

Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate

September 30

Fall District Youth Counselor Meeting at Home Office

October 21

Gulf Coast Czech Heritage Festival (Lodge 172, Pasadena)

8.75% for 10 years 9.00 % for 11 to 15 years

October 22

Home or Farm Mortgages: 7.00% for 1 to 7 years 7.50% for 8 to 15 years 7.75% for 16 to 20 years

Music by the Central Texas Sounds Gulf Coast Czech Heritage Festival (Lodge 172, Pasadena) Music by the Moonriders —SPJST-

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 28 1995 Mihatsch, Frank C. Motl, Jr. and Reuban Mikeska, who is now deceased. But for the others named, I hope your health is improving daily.

The next thing on the agenda was the installation of the youth club officers for the coming year. Some were not present because of LIT camp but they had standins. Congratulations to you all and have a good year. President Skrabanek installed these new officers.

The graduates who were present for the supper given in their honor were E.J. Pechal, James Kortis, and Kerri Meier.

Congratulations to these and to the others not present, also. May you all achieve the goals that you strive for. "Go for it."

The roll call of officers, trustees and sales representatives was read by Secretary Dolores Skrabanek. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Correspondence read included the report of the election of delegates this year and that our number is down because of less new members signed up since the last convention as by the report from Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary of the Supreme Lodge; a letter from Cablemaxx; and a thank you from Rogers ISD for the use of the building and premises for the eighth grade class party.

Board minutes were read by Edwin Vasicek. Officers' reports followed.

President Skrabanek said the bingo license was in for the picnic. He also reported about the continued advertising on KTEM. President Skrabanek thanked Harry and Jon Gersback for spraying the grass. He also thanked those who came for the workday on May 20 to straighten the light poles (but now the trees seem to be leaning more!). He also thanked Henry Janacek for installing new dispensers and for opening for him when he went to Dallas to see his ill twin brother, Alvin.

Vice President Edwin Pechal commented on the trophies for the barbecue cook off on July 21 and 22. He reminded everyone to be there early in the morning for the preparations for the picnic.

Ruth Hanusch, Fraternal Activities Coordinator, read the letter from State FAC Frank Klinkovsky containing the museum invitation for everyone to visit

whenever possible; sales representatives to sell more insurance; tarok tournament at Buckholts on June 10; continuing Czech classes if there is enough interest and a tribute to the dads on Father's Day. Ruth also read a poem about fathers.

Treasurer Lucy Mihatsh gave her monthly report as did Financial Secretary Gladys Marek. Chairpersons' reports followed. Audit is set for Wednesday, July 5 at 7 p.m.

Youth Leader Ginger Greger reported on their meeting and the good report of their fund raiser, the spaghetti supper.

She said the schedule for working the booths at the picnic have been handed out. Also, she reminded that the District Two YAD is at Round Rock on July 9; State YAD is August 5 for Royalty and August 6 for talent and crafts; a district swimming party on June 20 (bring snacks); AstroWorld trip on June 24; and camp at Val Verde from July 18 to July 23. Busy, busy, busy!

Frank Klinkovsky will observe a birthday for June. Wedding anniversaries will be celebrated by Frank and Irma Klinkovsky and Alfred and Sharon Hejl.

May you all have a special day.

Door prize winners were Dan Balusek, Woodrow Marek, Willie Kohutek, Edwin Pechal, and Henry Janacek, all fathers, as only men registered.

We all enjoyed a covered dish supper for the graduates. So you all are to be congratulated again whether you went from the eighth grade to high school; from high school to college, the work force, military, etc.; or if you graduated from college, also. Best wishes to you in the future!

The next lodge meeting will be Sunday, July 2 at 2 p.m. Be there for the reports on the picnic held on June 4.

A belated Happy Father's Day to all of the dads.

Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal SPJST-

Dear Members and Friends, President Harold Rohde called the Lodge 80, Holland meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 4, 1995.

He asked all to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and a moment of silence for deceased members.

Secretary-Treasurer Glen Latham reported all officers present. He read the minutes of the previous meeting.

Thank yous were received from the Holland Baseball Association for $250, the Holland Senior Class and Holland

She is the daughter of Rudy and Lillian Kaspar, and the granddaughter of Anna Matula, all of Taylor. All are members of Lodge 29, Taylor Rudy and Lillian flew to Monterey in March to attend their daughter's graduation and awards ceremony. They accompanied her to a breakfast honoring awards recipients at the home of Rear Admiral and Mrs. T.A. Mercer, superintendent of the school. After a brief stay in California, they joined Donna on her cross-country drive to the east coast.

Arriving ahead of schedule, the Kaspar's enjoyed a tour of the Gettysburg battlefield, cemetery and memorials, and had time for a visit to Hershey's Chocolate World in nearby Pennsylvania. They look forward to visiting their daughter in the nation's capital after she gets settled in her new job and new home in the Washington area.

Submitted by, Lillian Kaspar

—SPJST-

High School faculty for the fajita luncheon honoring them, and the Victor Medina family for the memorial donation in memory of their father and husband.

A letter of importance from the Supreme Lodge on the number of delegates Lodge 80 would be allowed for the upcoming convention was also read.

Reagan Vercera was accepted as a new member into the lodge.

President Rohde stated that the picnic was a great success and all workers would be honored with a dinner on June 13 at 7 p.m. at the lodge home.

President Rohde then asked Amy Martinets to come forward. Amy was presented with a scholarship from the SPJST. She is a 1995 graduate of Pflugerville High School and plans to

Lodge 80, Holland Honors 50-Year Members at May Meeting

Pictured, at right, is Eddie Kunz, who proudly displays the SPJST cap that he won in the door prize drawing.

Supreme Lodge SecretaryTreasurer Lanita Anglin, second from right, presented 50-year members with their pins.

Pictured, from left, are recipients Raymond Balusek and Stella Mainor. At right is Lodge 80 President Harold Rohde.

Contact your local lodge sales representative or the Home Office at 1 (800) 72-SPJST for all your life insurance needs.

Lodge 29, Taylor Member Graduates from Naval Postgraduate School Lt. Donna M. Kaspar, United States Navy, recently graduated from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, with a Master of Science degree in management.

In addition to the Master's degree, Lt. Kaspar earned a Navy subspecialty code in Manpower, Personnel and Training Analysis. While in her final quarter of study, she was selected to brief her thesis to Chief of Naval Personnel in Washington, D.C. She was also awarded the Chief of Naval Operations Award for Excellence in Manpower, Personnel and Training Analysis for her accomplishments at the school.

A limited number of military officers are selected to attend the Naval Postgraduate School for advanced study in specialized areas. They generally incur a two- to three-year obligation of additional service in the area in which they earned their degree. Lt. Kaspar is currently stationed at the Bureau of Naval Personnel in Washington, D.C.

80, Holland Reports on June Meeting

Lodge

Members in attendance at the May meeting dined on a meal that included turkey, dressing and all the trimmings.

Pictured, at left is Risa Pajestka, accompanied by son, Cyril, and daughter, Victoria.

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continue her studies at Sam Houston State University. She is the daughter of Allen and Joyce Martinets of Pflugerville. Her grandparents are Carl and Ruby Klotz of Holland and Lillie Martinets of Holland and the late Clifton Martinets.

Ida Borowski was reported on the sick list. Hope you are feeling better, Ida. Dean Brisbin had a birthday in June.

Door prize winners were G.L. Brisbin, Joe Sumbera, Melissa Taisler, Ruby Klotz, J.D. Coker, and Allen Martinets.

The next meeting will be on Saturday, July 1 at 4 p.m. due to the Fourth of July celebration.

Fraternally, Frank Pajestka, Jr. —SPJST-

87, Temple Presents June 14 Meeting Minutes

Lodge

The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Ed Reisner. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Lad Zatopek. Members then stood in silence in memory of deceased members Nelta Kacir, Dan McClaren, Vivian Preece, and Annie Plsak.

Minutes of the May meeting were read by the secretary and approved as read.

Correspondence was read.

The treasurer gave her report and it was approved as presented.

Sidney Kacir presented information that is available at this time about the 100th anniversary of SPJST concerning the program.

The 50-year pin was presented to Edna Pechal by Sidney Kacir. Fifty-year members not present were Ulysses Havelka and Nancy Carroll Manoogian.

A covered dish was served prior to the meeting in honor of the 50-year members.

It was agreed to try to get an air condition man to check the air conditioners prior to the next meeting.

The next meeting will be held July 12, 1995, at 7 p.m. with ice cream as refreshments.

The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Jerry Valchar, Secretary —SPJST-

88, Houston Presents Minutes of June Meeting Lodge

Millart Antrich, Bob Martinak and Earnest Anders presented the colors and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance.

President Clara Broz introduced Lanita Anglin of Temple as a special guest and invited her to address the membership. Lanita spoke about her background with the SPJST and gave a brief outline of the investment portfolio and the caution taken in choosing the investments. She said the SPJST has an A (Excellent) rating which everyone is very proud of.

President Broz thanked all the members for all the hard work on Splash Day to make it a successful day.

Lodge 84, Dallas Reports Donations to the Living Memorial Fund

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Reports on June Meeting

Donations given in memory are from:

In Memory of William Hampton from Lodge 84 In Memory of Margery Brown from Lodge 84 In Memory of William Hampton from Mario and Sherri Negrete In Memory of Henry Kaska and Annie Marek Zapalac from Mr and Mrs. Raymond Rejcek In Loving Memory of Mother Beulah Horak from Paul and Cindy Pokladnik In Loving Memory of Grandmother Beulah Horah from Jordan and Allison Pokladnik In Memory of Gesine Franke from Wanda and Cheryl Petr In Memory of John Retchek from Lodge 84 In Memory of Bessie Reames from Lodge 84 In Memory of Bessie Reames and Paul Hagar from Mr and Mrs. Emil Petr In Memory of Paul Hagar from Ben and Genora Kriska In Memory of Paul Hagar from Mr and Mrs. Raymond Rejcek In Memory of Paul Hagar from Lodge 84 In Memory of Paul Hagar from Joe and Bessie Tydlaska In Memory of Paul Hagar Bessie Reames, and John Retchek from Bennie and Lillie Jarma In Memory of Paul Hagar from Mrs. Alvin J. Hamusek Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Faraizl, Sr. lodge meeting, dances and other functions. gave a donation to the fund.

Fraternally, Special thanks to all the donors. We Evelyn Salac, really appreciate and want to thank the Lodge Secretary past donors, also.

—SPJSTPlease come and visit with us at the First Vice President Marie Stayton requested that Leander Pflughaupt take care of the flag ceremony for July.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Homer Alexander thanked the donors of eyeglasses, clothing and shoes.

The youth report was read by Laura Farquar, who announced the slate of officers for the 1995 youth year. They are: President Michael Williams, Vice President Holly Hubbard, Secretary Laura Farquhar, Reporter Karen Bender, and Sergeant-at-Arms Cole Vick. District Five Director Louis Hanus had the honor of installing this fine, young group of officers.

Entertainment Chairperson Viola Cox named the approaching dances for June and July.

Board Chairman A.J. Stayton reported the approval of several improvements including pictures for the office, new ceiling tiles for various areas in the building, new tablecloths, and towels.

Bar Chairman Royal Warnasch thanked all who helped at Splash Day. He reported that the invitations are ready for the June 25 Committee Party.

Margaret Allbritton, Blue Room Chairperson, reported the Fish Fry was a huge success. She thanked all who helped. The Blue Room party is August 13. Tickets are $12.50 per person. Gus Lindermann will play.

Social Night Chairman Willie Wehring reported a good month. He stated that it takes working together for these results.

Birthday President Lowrina Lindemann reported on the next meeting scheduled for June 14. She thanked all for the pastry at Splash Day and to Lillie Spies for all her help.

Men's Club Chairman Tom Marsh welcomed John Pierce and Bruno Majeski as a new member.

Naomi Spencer of the Dramatic Club reported that efforts to present the "Womanless Wedding" this year have been postponed again.

Mary Kosut of the Benevolence Committee gave her report for March, April, and May. We had 2,888 hours of charity work and 5,140 hours of

volunteer work.

Czech Instructor Bill Souchek gave a very informative description and explanation of the painting in the lobby.

President Clara Broz asked for reports on the other paintings in the future.

Louis Hanus, District Five Director, thanked Lanita Anglin for coming. He reported that Lodge 88 had achieved the Gold Award. He also thanked Victor Janak for the flags from the Czech Republic.

Marie Stayton, District Youth Counselor, reported lifeguard positions have been filled for camp by Michael Williams, Laura Farquhar, and Matthew Herring who took CPR and First Aid in order to qualify.

Sick members include Leo Lobpries, Elma McNaspy, Mike Trefell, B.J. Holeman, Shirley Barcak, and Dorothy Hensley. Wishing a speedy recovery to all.

Helen Hegwood, District Field Representative, reported that District Five was number one in insurance sales and earned premium. The Lodge 88 standings for earned premiums are: number one— Fred Buri, number two—Lydia Marsha, number three—June Smesny, number four—Edna Whering, and number five—Sidon Tumis. Victor Janak received a check for his number of applications in the district and state. Mrs. Hegwood also thanked all donors and helpers on Splash Day. The meeting refreshments were donated by Tom and Agnes Haney, Willie and Edna Wehring and King B and Helen Hegwood.

There were 106 members in attendance, 16 June birthday celebrants and nine anniversary celebrants.

Door prizes were won by Paul Beck, Jerry Ermis, Cleburn Lincke, and Ruth Martinek. In addition, Helen Hegwood donated door prizes, which were won by Lydia Marsh, Dolores Krampoda, Harley Cox, Ann Latina, Ernest Anders, Homer Alexander, Louis Hanus, and Pearl Hanka.

Jo Ann Buri Recording Secretary —SPJST--

Dear Members and Friends, The June 11 meeting was well-attended. As I stated in my last letter, I knew that lots of discussing about different things would be brought up. But, still things did come out fine and I am sure members will be pleased. The plans and specifications were mailed to some house builders so they are supposed to be returned by the July meeting.

On Saturday evening, we had a nice 35th wedding anniversary of Bill and Vicky Gray at our lodge. Lots of their family were from out of town and everyone there had a great time. Lots of good food and music. More on this after I receive something from them.

The reason for this short letter is that the dance committee has let me know that there will be a country western dance on Sunday evening, July 23, 1995, from 3 to 7 p.m. The band will be the Wild Wood Band. The music is for all ages so try to make plans to attend. This committee is trying to please everyone. There also will be a cake walk that will benefit the lodge. The price for this dance is $5 per person.

I will write more about the wedding anniversaries as they are celebrated at our lodge. Several are coming up soon.

We all hope that the Editor Brian and his family had a nice vacation. That is the reason the Vestnik was not received this week.

• I do understand that the Ladies Circle of Lodge 92 had a nice time at the SPJST Museum on June 13. Till my next letter, stay healthy.

P.S. My dad called me into the den

one day and said, "Hey, come here."

(He always called me 'Hey') He said, "Why don't you go out and learn a trade so I will know what kind of job you're out of;" which is an unkind thing to say to a sensitive boy of twenty-nine.

So to make him proud of me, I took the Civil Service Exam to be a mailman. The first question on the examination was `How far is it from the earth to the moon?' So I figured if that is the route they were going to give me, forget it. I don't want the job any way.

Fraternally, Carl Zich, Reporter —SPJST-

107, Floresville Honors Members with Barbecue

Lodge

On May 19, 1995, at the SPJST Hall, Lodge 107, Floresville honored members with a barbecue chicken supper. The evening began at 6 p.m. with everyone signing in and receiving a page to play signature bingo, later we played bingo with the names and received door prizes.

Bob Bayer, local president of Lodge 107, set up a display on the different types of insurance products and loan information provided by the SPJST. We also had two fund raisers, split-the-pot and a Tupperware party.

It was announced that there would be family night at the San Antonio Missions baseball game on July 30 at 6 p.m. This is a Sunday evening. We have 1500 tickets

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 28, 1995

Scenes from Lodge 107, Floresville Member Appreciation Barbecue Roxanne Bertrand, daughter of District Seven Director Bob and Polly Bayer baked and decorated a cake for the special supper held at the SPJST hall in Floresville.

Lodge 107 members prepare to fill their plates ...

Fifty-year members and their families dined on a delicious barbecue chicken supper on May 9.

Pictured, at right, are some of those who attended the dinner in their honor.

Pictured, from left, are Wendy Pruski, Maxine Pavliska and Billy Pavliska.

Sister Pavliska was emcee for the event.

The program was organized by Sisters Maxine Pavliska, Wendy Pruski, and Mary McClosky.

Glen Pruski, Erich Bielefeld and Job Bob Pavliska prepared the barbecue.

SPJST Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar, center, accomanied by his wife, Mary, join District Seven Director and Lodge 107 President Bob Bayer for dinner.

President Leshikar delivered a brief talk to those in attendance.

to sell. Members and non-members wishing to go to the game may purchase tickets at the Floresville Flower Shop. Tickets are sold at a reduced price. For more information, call 393-2600 or 393-7257.

The meal began at 7 p.m with a prayer and a delicious barbecue chicken supper with all the trimmings. The main dessert was a decorated cake with the SPJST emblem. Roxy Bertrand baked the cake.

More desserts were brought by other members. We thank you very much.

It was then time to begin the rest of the evening. Emcee Maxine Pavliska then introduced the President of our SPJST society from Temple, Texas, Mr. Howard Leshikar, and his wife, Mary. President Leshikar gave a short talk. Bob Bayer, District Five Director and local Lodge 107 President, was also introduced.

We honored our 50-year members for 1995 with President Leshikar and Director Bob Bayer presenting them with their 50-year pins. We had six of our 50year members present, namely Clarine Jasik Penak, Christine M. Baumann, Victor D. Jaksik, John David Smith, Albert Adolph Sralla, and George Edward Zidek. Those that were not present were Richard J. Baumann, Charles S. Moudry, Antoinette L. Oltjendiers, and Thomas Frank Vontour.

Next, we honored our new members that joined the SPJST in 1994. They are: Hope Bayer, Randy Svoboda, Lorie Svoboda, Travis Svoboda, Brandon Korus, Taylor Korus, Amando Castellano, and Richard Blubaugh.

We then honored members that had done 50 or more frateral acts for members and the community. Members receiving awards were Polly Bayer, Bob Bayer, Wendy Pruski, Glen Pruski, Pauline Pavliska, Mary McClosky, Connie Jo Purchis, Jolene Spillers, and Laura Lea Pavliska. Others receiving certificates were Liz Bielefeld, Anton Svoboda, Mary Svoboda, Joe Bob Pavliska, Trey Bielefeld, August Merecka, Roxy Bertrand, Larry Bertrand, Erich Bielefeld, Billy Pavliska, and Maxine Pavliska. These members accounted for 2737 fraternal acts for a total of 3676 hours valued at $23,064.

These acts consist of visiting the sick in the community, attending funerals, helping the elderly, visiting the rest homes, and working with the youth.

A big thanks to all who came out and we hope to have another big turn out next year. Remember if you know of a family member, a friend or a neighbor who needs insurance, please let us know. The more members we sign up, the bigger the party next year.

A great big thanks to the committee of Maxine Pavliska, Wendy Pruski, and Mary McClosky for handling and setting up the whole program. Maxine did a great job as emcee for the night. Glen Pruski, Erich Bielefeld, and Joe Bob Pavliska did an outstanding job on the barbecue. Thanks, guys!

Fraternally, Bob Bayer Lodge 107 President —SPJST-

154, Fort Worth Reports on June Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, I didn't get to attend the meeting on Sunday, June 11, but got some of the report from our Secretary Sister Mary Renfro.

Our president Brother Jerry Milan called the meeting to order and led the members to the Pledge to our flag.

Sister Mary Renfro's minutes and financial report and Sister Anna Johnson's treasurer's report were all approved as read.

Brother Milan congratulated Brother David Harrison on receiving an SPJST scholarship. He then told the members to see what those pennies can do. I think 90 members from different lodges were also honored. So let's keep the pennies coming. David happens to be my greatnephew in St. Louis and several of his family members belong to Lodge 154.

Members enjoyed Sister Maria Prill being back. Her chauffeur, Brother Kjell Rosendund and his wife, Sister Denise, were introduced to our lodge and are great members. Just learned Kjell was made head chef at the Worthington Hotel.

Congratulations!

The youth club had their meeting on Wednesday. They were having a clean up after the meeting so the meeting did not last too long.

Members enjoyed Sister Anna Johnson's cake and she came by to see me and brought me her favorite cake.

I heard the clean-up crew did a good job.

We extend our sincere sympathy to Brother Kirk and wife Susan Stoepperlman on the sudden death of her dad in Abilene. May he rest in peace.

Just heard that the grandfather of Brothers Jason and Jeremy Jirik passed away in Cleveland. May he rest in peace and our sympathy to the whole family.

Brother Joe and Sister Carrie Milan along with their two daughters, Sisters Carolyn Clevland and Marylyn Milan, just returned from a trip to Alaska. The trip was postponed for months on account of Joe having his serious heart attack.

This was their 50th wedding anniversary gift. The Milans stopped in Canada and visited some family members in Vancouver. They had a wonderful time.

We extend our congratulations to Fort Worth Sokol who did so well at the District Sokol Slet held in West. A large group of our lodge members are great gymnasts. Benny and I made ever ySlet wherever it was held, and of all times, I missed this one. Hope I get back to normal soon, and I really appreciate all of the get-well wishes.

Brothers Jerry and Rome Milan, along with Sister Mary (Steinman) Hargiss left recently for a Sokol Convention in Chicago. Sister Henrietta went along to visit her family. Next week from Chicago, they leave for Toronto, Canada, and meet with Brothers and Sisters Frankie and Martha and Josh Milan, Emil and Sally Milan, Carolyn Clevland, Carrie Ann Whitley, Shane Uson, Mila and Paris Milan, Jody Steinman, Joe Erhenberger, and Joe Vrzalik to attend the Canada Sokol Slet. Best of luck to them all. Get home safely.

Two of the District Three Youth Club Officers elected at the Spring meeting are from Lodge 154. They are Reporter Brandon Mason and Secretary Brandi Mason. (Editor's Note: Brandon and Brandi were incorrectly identified as members of Lodge 92, Fort Worth in a recent issue of the Vestnik. Sorry for the error.)

Our lodge is hosting the District Three Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, June 25.

Our next meeting will be Sunday, July 9 at 3 p.m.

So until—keep smiling!

Fraternally, Mary Pavey —SPJST-

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Lodge 160, San Angelo Reports on Quarterly Meeting Lodge 160, San Angelo held their regular quarterly meeting and Member Appreciation Day on Sunday, June 11 at St. Ambrose Hall in Wall.

The youth club also held their meeting at the same time.

During the business meeting, we voted to donate $100 to the local Salvation Army and $100 to the Red Cross. The San Angelo area had been hit with storms/tornadoes during the month of May and many of our members, friends and neighbors suffered damage to their property. These two organizations along with many others helped those in need.

Among those attending our meeting was Anna Faltisek, member of Lodge 184, who was recognized in a recent issue of the Vestnik as achieving the "Grand Age of 96".

After the business meeting, we all enjoyed playing bingo and barbecue sandwiches, chips, ice cream and desserts.

I want to thank all those who helped and all those who attended. Those not attending missed an afternoon of fun and fellowship.

Fraternally, Sharon Joy Waggoner Secretary —SPJST-

177, Academy Reports on June Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 177, Academy held their regular meeting on June 14, 1995.

The meeting was called to order by Vice President Bill Hutka. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by the members and they remained standing for a moment of silence in observance of Flag Day.

The roll of officers was called and all were present, except President Otis Beck.

Lillie Bartek reported that Jackie Beck was having tests made at the hospital and also that Bill Johnson was back in the hospital. Beatrice Cawthon was also having tests made. Wishing all of you good health and hope we will see you at the next meeting.

Minutes of the May meeting were read

by Secretary Kathy Fritz and all chairperson reports were also given.

Joanne Smith, Fraternal Activities Coordinator, acknowledged the members for completing at least 50 fraternal acts.

These members were Karen Bartek, Libby Bartek, Louis Driska, Kathy Fritz, Linda Wagner, and Alex Garcia. Also acknowledged for 100 fraternal acts were Clifford Cawthon, Martha Garcia, and Janet Lyon. Each was presented with a token of appreciation. Joanne told the members about the importance of the fraternal reports being kept by each member.

There were not any June birthday celebrants present; however, J.C. and I have an anniversary.

New members for the month of May were Bethany, Brinna and Brooke Bartlett and Ronald Tanner. Motion was made and carried to accept these into our lodge. Hope to see you at our next meeting which will be July 12, 1995.

Kathy Fritz informed the membership that the $25 donation that SPJST Lodge 177, Academy made to the BrucevilleEddy May Fest was listed on the donation board the day of the May Fest.

Louis Driska proudly reported that his granddaughter Suzanne Homons, who is a member of Academy, placed first in the Spelling Bee in Bruceville-Eddy, Lorena, and Stephenville and then placed second at UIL in Austin.

Motion was made to donate $75 to the SPJST Lodge 177 Youth Club to help with their summer activities. Motion was also made to donate $250 each to the Little River Volunteer Fire Department, City of Bartlett, and St. Vincent DePaul.

We were happy to have Bobby Fritz's mother, Kathryn Fritz, as a visitor. We are always happy to have visitors and hope they will become active members.

The meeting was then adjourned.

Fraternally, Linda Johnson, Reporter —SPJST-

181, Conroe Member Shows Reserve Grand Champion Rabbits Lodge

Wesley Mikeska, a member of Lodge 181, Conroe, recently received the Reserve Grand Champion award for his rabbits at the Montgomery County Fair. The rabbits sold for $3,100 to Mid Con Offshore, Silver Eagle Distributors, Stewart Title and the Conroe Courier.

Wesley is a member of the Montgomery County Junior FFA. Wesley is eight years old and the son

of Lin and Rhonda Mikeska of Conroe.

He is the great-grandson of Esther Mikeska of Conroe. All are SPJST members. Wesley has two younger brothers who are also SPJST members.

Wishing you, Wesley, lots of success in your FFA projects.

Submitted by, Evelyn Mikeska, FIC —SPJSTWesley Mikeska proudly presents his Reserve Grand Champion rabbits.

The rabbits sold for $3,100 in Montgomery County Fair Auction.

Lodge 179, Warrenton Reports on June Meeting Our June 8 meeting was called to order by President El Gene Eckermann.

He also led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, which was followed by the reading of the minutes and reports.

Our next food committee includes Dr. Patrick and Rhonda Clemons and Leroy and Ora Lee Levien.

A 50-year member, Rudolph E. Foyt of Austin, was acknowledged. He should receive a pin in the mail.

After the meeting, hamburgers and other goodies were enjoyed.

The next meeting is July 13 at 7 p.m. with cold cuts.

Ora Lee Levien, Reporter —SPJST-

183, Arlington Reports on June Meeting

Lodge

The meeting of Lodge 183, Arlington was held on Monday evening, June 12, 1995, at 7:15 p.m.

President Jeanne Roznos called the meeting to order. All officers except Vice President Janie Rejcek, Second Vice President Ed Kral, and Secretary Helen Estrada were present.

Sunshine Chairwoman Irene Pustejovsky visited one of our very active members and trustees, Johnny Adamek, in the hospital. He is out of the hospital now and doing better.

The minutes for May were read by Kenneth Cepak, our newly appointed Secretary. They were approved.

Five charity organizations sent thank yous for the donations we sent to them from the charity dinner we hosted at Lodge 183. A letter from the home office stated that one delegate from our lodge was approved to go to the 1996 convention. A letter was also received from the Arlington JayCees requesting a donation of at least $50 to buy tickets for underprivileged children to attend different functions.

All reports except the kitchen report were read and approved.

We would like to welcome seven new members this month to our lodge. They are: Kelly Adamek, Ryan Adamek, Kyle Moore, Nicole Moore, Brandi Stanfield, Brandon Stanfield, and Christopher Pechak.

There was one termination or lapse in policy and reinstatement that was noted.

The lodge is still trying to get the wood dance floor sealed, and we are in the process of receiving estimates.

Jerry Kucera, State Field Representative, with his wife, Dorothy, talked with us about a Summer Marathon Membership Drive that will be starting July 1 and ending October 31. Members that, know of someone wanting or needing insurance, or just wanting to be a part of SPJST are encouraged to fill out the name and address of the prospective member and send it to the Home Office.

Then, provided the applicant is approved for membership, the member's name goes into a drawing. At the end of the membership drive, a drawing will be held for money prizes.

Unfinished business The Fourth of July Parade is nearing, and thanks to Pat Sill, Lodge 183 is officially entered in the parade. Trustee Kevin

Roznos has donated the use of his truck and trailer and his garage to decorate the trailer. Jeanne Roznos has lined up some musicians (Tony Petter and son, Brian Cepak and friend) to play. Please help us decorate the weekend of July 1. If interested, give Pat Sill or Jeanne Roznos a call for more information. Kids will be able to ride in the back on the truck in the parade, if moms and dads will help out. There were 12 people that attended the bartending class hosted by Aims Academy held at our lodge on May 15.

Membership drive night will be July 28. Dinner will start at 5 p.m. and the program will begin at 7:30 p.m.

New Business Different charities have been calling the lodge wanting to know when our next charity dinner giveaway will be held. We have tentatively set September 22, 1995, as the day.

A motion was made and passed to send a donation of $50 to the Arlington JayCees to help out underprivileged kids.

Pat Sill and family are in charge of the main dish at Family Night this month on June 30.

The meeting was then adjourned.

Our next meeting will be held July 10.

Please mark that date on your calendar and be a part of SPJST Lodge 183.

Michelle Roznos, Reporter —SPJST-

Sewing Circle Reports on June Meeting

Ennis

The Ennis Sewing Circle met on June 8, 1995. There were 34 members and four visitors present. The visitors were Brittany Hill, Jerry Kohn, Joe Vlk, and Charles Kosarek.

President Sadie Kubin called the meeting to order. After the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silence was observed in memory of Frank Holley. He was a visitor at several of our meetings in the past years. He was the chauffeur for Sister Agnes Houdek and her brother Joe Houdek (both deceased).

Assistant Secretary Vlasta Laznovsky read the minutes and took the minutes of this meeting. Treasurer Mildred Trojacek gave the financial report. Both reports were approved as given.

Get-well wishes are sent to George Zabojnik, son of Sister Georgia and Victor Zabojnik. Sister Frances Sparks had minor surgery. We wish her a speedy recovery. Sister Mary Sebestik has back problems. We wish her a speedy recovery.

Sister Mary Polasek thanked the Circle for the lovely vase and flowers and Sister Vickie and Jerry Kohn for taking her to the Circle meetings. She is very proud to be a member of the Circle. Several sisters thanked the Circle for the lovely vases and flowers. These were given to the sisters who are in rest homes or at home and cannot attend the meetings. We want to thank Sisters Georgia Tupy and Libbie Wisniewski for delivering these gifts to our dear sisters. Sisters Georgia and Libbie enjoyed visiting with them.

Correction—The three dolls that were presented to the Ennis Railroad and Cultural Heritage Museum by the Ennis Sewing Circle and the Czech Heritage Society are from Czechoslovakia and their costumes are authentic Czech. They were not made by Ella Marusek.

White Elephant Sale!

Sisters, please bring your items to the

8/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 28, 1995 July meeting. Put a price on each item.

Surely everyone has items sitting around, probably covered with dust, like mine, or something that has not been used for years. This is one way to get rid of those items. Oh yes, bring your pocketbooks.

This dates me. I do not believe that our teenagers know what a "pocketbook" is.

It was good to see Sister Otile Haskovec back with us.

The door prizes were furnished by Sisters Frances Sparks and Dorothy Prachyl. The lucky winners were Sisters Sidney Bridewell and Georgia Tupy.

Sister Adell Vik brought a beautiful bouquet of pink hydrangeas for the officer's table. After the meeting, Adell presented the flowers to Sister Libbie Wisniewski, who does a good job in the kitchen.

Everyone deserves a little praise every now and then.

Congratulations to Sister Hattie Moucka. She is a proud great-grandmother of little Nicole Megan Allen.

Sister Libbie Wisniewski donated her beautiful 70-year-old Czechoslovakian doll, dressed in her original clothes (slightly worn) to the Ennis Sokol Museum.

This doll was sent to Libbie from our grandmother Tupy who lived in Hnidousy, Czechoslovakia, over 70 years ago. Sister Georgia Tupy also received the same type of doll from grandmother Tupy. The dolls have beautiful porcelain faces.

Sister Stacie Hejny visited with her son Don and family for two weeks in Johnson City, Texas. She saw President Lyndon Johnson's home that he grew up in. She also saw his ranch home but did not get to tour it because it was not tour day.

Sister Mildred Trojacek attended the wedding of Vanessa Johnson and Kevin Harwood in New Hartford, Connecticut, on May 27, 1995. Vanessa is the granddaughter of Vlasta Getchell. Vlasta is the sister of Mildred Trojacek and Rosie Bednar.

The eighth annual Tupy reunion was held June 17 at Sister Georgia Tupy's farm on Crisp Road. Present were 44 members of the "clan" . and six guests.

The oldest member present was Bob Zvolanek, 86 years, and the youngest member present was Brian Dujka, two years. We missed having the reunion for the past two years because of bad weather. This year the weather cooperated.

The breeze was very cool, no fans or airconditioning—just like the old times.

There was plenty of good food, gifts, and everyone had a great time.

I will not he the reporter for the Circle for at least three months. I will have knee surgery on July 7. I am sure that someone will replace me for that length of time.

Our next meeting will be July 13.

Don't forget to bring the items for the white elephant sale.

Have a safe and glorious July 4th.

Alice T. Roberts, Reporter

—SPJST-

Worth Friendship Club Reports on June Meeting Fort

Dear Members and Friends, I did not get to attend the June meeting, so I got some information from our Secretary Merel Kovar.

President Joe Prochaska called the meeting to order and welcomed the 34 members present.

Secretary Merel Kovar's minutes and

Treasurer Lydia Alhom's reports were both approved as read.

Harold Balvin gave them a report on restaurants he checked on for their eat-out meeting. It was decided to change it to the August 2 meeting and meet at 10:45 p.m. at the Ole Country Kitchen on Highway 183, next to the Olive Garden.

You will get all the information at the July 5 meeting at 10:30 a.m.

Anna Belota has been moved to the Four Seasons Nursing Home. Take care, Anna. You have been missed.

Frank and Merel Kovar attended the Ex-Prisoners of War Convention in San Antonio. They enjoyed the convention.

We extend our congratulations to Frank J. Prochaska, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Prochaska of Arlington and the grandson of Jo and Frank Prochaska of Azle, who graduated from Jesuit College of Preparatory School on May 27, 1995. He will be going to Texas A&M in the fall. The commencement exercises were held at McFarlin Auditorium at Southern Methodist University. Good luck, Frankie.

Hostesses for the July meeting will be Geneva Hennessey, Agnes Reznicek, and Rose Neiswidomy.

Birthday celebrants were Tommy Dillard and Bessie Prochaska. Have many more!

A good lunch, games and fellowship were enjoyed by all.

Hope I can get back soon and a big thank you for your get-well wishes.

The next meeting is July 5 at 10:30 a.m.

So until—keep smiling!

Fraternally, Mary Pavey —S PJ

ST—

Institute of Texan Cultures The Institute of Texan Cultures is requesting the help of interested Czechs, their organizations and educators in upgrading and improving its Czech exhibit.

Last year, over '93,000 students from 100 countries visited the Institute. Ms. Laurie Gudzikowski, Programs Coordinator at the Institute, has stated that she would like to see a greater emphasis on children and family life activities in the displays. She suggests and is requesting the use of Czech Texan children's clothing, toys, photographs, books, furniture, etc. During the next 30 to 60 days, the Institute needs to obtain a written listing and description of all items that are available for loan from the Czech community to the Institute for approximately two years. Photographs of larger items would be helpful.

All Texans of Czech extraction are being urged to respond so that others will have a greater understanding and appreciation of the Czech heritage. Correspondence may be addressed to: Ms. Laurie Gudzikowski University of Texas at San Antonio, Institute of Texan Cultures 801 South Bowie Street San Antonio, Texas 78205-3296 All items will be returned to the loaner after two years. Items will be on loan to the Institute of Texan Cultures. All items are to be homemade items, brought over from the Czech Republic, but not storebought.

Submitted by, Carolyn Meiners President of the State Czech Heritage Society of Texas

SPJST-

In

Memoriam

In Memory of Harvey Albers Harvey Albers, age 78, of Waldeck, a former Justice of the Peace in Fayette County, died suddenly on Saturday, April 8, 1995.

In accord with his wishes, his remains will be used for medical research.

Mr. Albers was born on January 18, 1917, in Waldeck, the son of the late Robert A. and Fannie (Brandstetter) Albers. He married Adalie Kieke on December 8, 1940, in Burton.

Survivors are his wife, Adalie Albers of Waldeck; two sons, Harvey Lee Albers of Waldeck and Harry Lynn Albers and his wife, Marcia, of Giddings; four grandchildren and numerous other relatives.

Memorials are suggested to the Waldeck Lutheran Church or the American Heart Association.

Submitted by Joan Goehring Lloyd Goehring Lodge 179, Warrenton

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and their wives, Bobby and Jeannie Hill and Tommy and Pam Hill, all of Bartlett; and two sisters and their husbands, Rita and Ernie Fischer of Bartlett and Margie and Bobby Hayes of Conroe. Other survivors include a mother-in-law and father-in-law, Nettie and Bob Rozacky of Granger, and a sister-in-law and her husband, Bessie and Norman Dobias of Mesquite. Twelve nieces and eight great nieces and nephews also survive him.

Services for Brother Hill were at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 21, 1995, at Goodnight Funeral Home in Bartlett with the Rev. Andy Andrews officiating. Rev. Andrews was assisted by Scott & White Memorial Champlain Judy Hoelscher of Temple. Interment was in Bartlett City Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers were Charles Schoenrock, Richard Mewhinney, Don Svadlenak, Michael H. Roasa, Weldon Bowman, and Gene Mewhinney, all of Holland.

The family requests that memorials be sent to the Allan Hill Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of P.O. Box 217, Holland High School or to the Mayfield Library and Museum in care of P.O. Box 128, Holland, Texas 76534.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and may his memory remain among us forever.

Resolution Committee, Glenda Liles Glen E. Latham Adella Horelica

—SPJSTExpression

of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, JAMES C. "BUBBA" HILL, of Holland, who died Friday, May 19, 1995, at Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple at the age of 58 years.

Brother Hill was born on February 19, 1937, to Carroll and Bertie Hill in Bartlett. He was a graduate of Bartlett High School. He married Barbara Jo Razacky from Granger, Texas, in 1954.

In 1957, James Hill established his own business, Hill Grain Company.

Charles Schoenrock joined him in the firm five years ago, and the business began Holland Grain Co., Inc. Mr. Hill, a farmer and rancher, was a member of the Texas Grain Dealers Association and served as president from 1978 to 1980. He was a member of the Holland Area Chamber of Commerce, the Holland Youth Fair and Livestock Boosters and SPJST Lodge 80, Holland.

He served as vice president for the board of directors of the Mayfield Library and Museum. He was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Bartlett.

In 1983, Mr. Hill and his wife, Barbara, established the Allan Hill Memorial Scholarship awarded yearly to a Holland High School graduate. Nieces and nephews of the Hills have also been recipients of scholarships.

In 1990, he was named the Outstanding Conservation Rancher of the Year by the Little River-San Gabriel Soil Conservation District.

Mr. Hill was preceded in death by his son, James Allan Hill, and his father, Carroll F. Hill.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Rozacky Hill of Holland; his mother, Bertie Hill Wiederspahn; two brothers

Resolution

of Sympathy We. the members of the Resolution Committee on behalf of our membership of Lodge 66, Slavonska Lipa, Waco, Texas, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister, ROSE PARMA, of Waco, Texas, who died Thursday, April 20, 1995, at the age of 93 years.

Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 21 at Wilkerson-Hatch Funeral Home. Graveside services took place on Saturday, "April 22 at 2 p.m. at Rosemound Cemetery with Father Angelo Bertini officiating.

Sister Rose is survived by three daughters, Rosemary Adair and Lillian Parma, both of Waco, and Helen Woodbury of New Castle, California; one sister, Ann Hooper of Arcadia, California; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Sister Rose was preceded in death by her husband, Roman Parma, Jr. who died in 1968, and two sons, Roman Parma III and George Edward Parma.

Sister Rose had been an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. She is a past member of St. Mary's Women's Guild.

She has been an SPJST Lodge 66, Waco member since August, 1953. Rose and her husband, Roman, were dedicated and hard working members of the lodge.

Rose served as secretary and Czech and English reporter to the Vestnik for many years.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Darlene Engelke Johnnie Gaidusek Polly Gaidusek —SPJST-

Wednesday, June 28, 1995-YESTNIK/9

Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed sister, CARMEN LOIKA BLOCK, who passed away on Sunday, April 30, 1995, at her home with her husband and children at her side.

Rosary was held at 7 p.m. on May 2 in Johnson's Funeral Chapel. Mass was held at 10 a.m. on May 3, 1995, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall, officiated by Monsignor Larry Droll. Burial followed at St. Ambrose Cemetery.

Carmen was born September 19, 1925, in Ballinger to Louis and Julia Loika. She married Andrew Block on June 29, 1944, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Olfen. They moved to San Angelo in 1989. She loved to knit, crochet, and sew, and she painted many beautiful and unique things.

Survivors include her husband, Andrew W. Block of San Angelo; five children, Andrew W. Block, Jr. of West Monroe, Louisiana, Alan L. Block and wife Linda of New Orleans, Louisiana, Patricia L. Block Rooney and husband Bill of Cortland, Ohio, Deborah S. Block Anderson and husband Jeff of West Linn, Oregon, and Donna J. Block Byers and husband Brett of Houston; ten grandchildren, Aimee K. Block, Brian A. Block, Brandon D. Block, Jacob P. Block, Alan L. Block, Jr. and wife Mary, Tiffany L. Block, Billy P. Rooney, Kevyn Rooney, Brittany S. Anderson, and A.J. Anderson; and two great-grandchildren, Cody Block and Sydney Block.

Pallbearers were Michael Block, Jeremy Block, Dennis Block, Carl Block, John Kocich, and Larry Loika.

Reunions (Editor's Note: Family reunion season is upon us. In an effort to accomodate as many notices as possible, entries have been edited for brevity. Please call reunion contacts for additional details.)

Gajdica-Vicha Reunion The Gajdica-Vicha Reunion will be held on Sunday, July 16, 1995, beginning at 12 noon at the CCD Center in Elk, Texas. All descendants of Charlie Gajdica-Rudolf Vicha are invited to attend. A pot luck dinner will be served.

Bring enough for your family. Paperware and drinks will be provided.

Submitted by, Diana Vicha Hand

Bedrich Family Reunion The annual Bedrich Family reunion will be held on Sunday, July 16 at Clem Mikeska's banquet room in Temple, Texas. Registration will begin at 10 a.m.

A catered barbecue meal will be served.

Please RSVP by calling Jerry Bedrich at 983-3962 or George Bedrich at 7422824. Hope to see you there.

Submitted by, Jerry Bedrich

Jezek-Kotria Family Reunion The 29th Annual Jezek-Kotrla Reunion will be held on Sunday, July

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee, Leonard Jansa Daniel Michalik Diana Pelzel Sharon Waggoner

-SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee on behalf of Jarornir Lodge 54, West, wish to express our condolences to the entire family of our departed lodge member, EMIL R. HEGAR, of West who passed away March 22, 1995, at the age of 80 years, in Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center in Waco.

Funeral services were held March 24 at West Brethren Church with Rev. Robert Holaday officiating. Burial followed at West Brethren Cemetery.

Mr. Hegar was born August 3, 1914, in Brookin, a former community in Hill County. He was the son of John and Anna Hegar. He married Marie Piscacek on July 30, 1942, in Temple.

Mr. Hegar was a farmer for most of his life before retiring in 1990. He also worked for the West Cotton Mill, the West Feed Mill, and Texas State Technical College in Waco. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 54, West since June 24, 1933. He was also a member of RVOS Lodge 48, the Mutual Aid Society, and West Brethren Church.

Mr. Hegar served his country with the United States Army during World War Two. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Private First Class in January, 1946.

He is survived by his wife, Marie Hegar of West; two sons, David Hegar of 30, 1995 at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton in Seaton, Texas.

Registration begins at 10 a.m. A family style meal will be served at 12 noon and a cake walk, prize drawing and an auction will be held in the afternoon.

There will also be a "toy walk" for the children.

Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish meal for their family and guests. Bread, tea, coffee, and tableware will be provided. We are also asking each • family to bring a cake and a gift.

Proceeds raised from the sale of these items will go toward having future family reunions.

Please pass this information on to all of your family members. Thank you and please plan to attend this reunion. For more information, please contact Janie Coakley at (817) 982-4731.

Ross and Albert Hegar of Hillsboro; three daughters, Pauline Skinner of West and Nancy Marsh and Martha Rezach, both of Waco; two brothers, Willie Hegar of Temple and Edmund Hegar of Troup; three sisters, Mary Margulieux of Garden Grove, California, Elsie Moravec of Waco and Willie Mae Truitt of Elm Mott; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Emil Skinner, Lynn Skinner, James Skinner, Mike James, Britt Villines and Bruce Malaer.

Memorials may be made to the West Brethren Church.

Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements.

May he rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Jan Vaculik Maxine Sefcik

SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy On behalf of Jaromir, Lodge 54, West, the Resolution Committee wishes to extend our sincere condolences to the bereaved family of our lodge member, HENRY FRANK GROSSMAN, age 82, of Route One, West, who passed away on April 2, 1995, at Providence Health Center in Waco.

Funeral services were held on April 4 at the First United Church in West with Rev. Jack McKinney officiating. Burial followed in Closner Cemetery near West.

Mr. Grossman was born June 21, 1912, in the Tokio community near West, the son of Frank and Frances (Skarpa) Grossman, Jr. He was a descendant of Frank and Marie (Bartos) Grossman, Sr. who were early Czech settlers of the West community. He attended school in Tokio Stazie (Zalman) and two children. Their sister, Emilie, with her husband, Joe Pavlicek and two children were next to arrive. Thomas and Frank, both single, came with sister Emilie. William, cousin of the above, with wife (Urban) and eight children arrived several years later. The families settled in Lavaca, Fayette and Colorado counties, and today there are more than 2,500 descendants.

Out of the four brothers, sister and cousin who originally came to this country, two lived to be more than 100 years old. Vincent died in 1945 at age 100 years, six and one-half months. William died in 1948 at the ripe, old age of 103 years and six months.

The last reunion was in 1992 and approximately 600 people registered.

This year the reunion will be Saturday, August 12 at the K of C Hall in Moulton with registration at 10 a.m.

Submitted by, Eddie and Elsie Darilek

Darilek Family Reunion After 1620, the region of Libchavy, Czech Republic, belonged to Prince Lichnetejn, and according to historical document, the first Darilek in Lanskroun was Prince Lichnetejn's estate agent. For his good service he was rewarded by the prince with a village named Darilek. His descendants moved from there to Dolni Hermanice and they later came to Texas.

The first to arrive in the beginning of 1877 was Vincent and wife Anna (Beran) and their two sons, John and Vincent.

They settled at Mulberr y, which was also called "Hot Tot - , now called Praha, Texas. Next to arrive was Joe with wife

15th Beran Reunion The 15th Beran Reunion will be Sunday, August 13, 1995, at the American Legion Hall in Moulton, Texas. Registration begins at 10 a.m. with dinner at 12 noon.

The Beran clan are descendants of these original families: Charles and Mary (Pryor) Beran (Moulton, Texas); Kristian and Maria (Beran) Sembera (Flatonia, Texas); John and Frances (Beran) Novak (Flatonia, Texas); Martin and Christina (Beran)

and graduated from West High School in 1930. He married Mildred Heitmiller on October 9, 1937, in West.

Mr. Grossman was a farmer all of his life. He was also a nurse's aide for the West Community Hospital for several years when it first opened, in 1972. He was a member of the SPJST Lodge 54, West for over 50 years. Mr. Grossman joined the SPJST society on September 27, 1933. He was a member of the McLennan County Farm Bureau for many years. He was also a member of the First United Church of West, where he was active on the Church Council and the Men's Brotherhood.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Ernest Grossman, and two sisters, Wilhemina Hegar and Libby Grossman.

Survivors include his wife, Mildred Grossman of West; one son, Gordon Henry Grossman of Mabank; one daughter, Nancy Vidrine Of West; two sisters, Tillie Walls and Irene Heitmiller, both of West; three grandsons, Mark Riggins and wife Julie of College Station, Sgt. Gregory Grossman of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, and Jeremy Vidrine of West; one granddaughter, Ginger Whitaker and her husband Jeff of Louisville; and several nieces and nephews.

Active pallbearers were Ted Uptmore, Jr., Douglas Heitmiller, Weldon Willig, Gary Kreder, Ervin Cinek, and Robert Pietzsch. Honorary pallbearers were Monroe F. Kruse, Henry Moravec, Sr., and Harry Urbanovsky.

Memorials may be made to the Closner Cemetery Association or to the West Public Library.

Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements.

May he rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Jan Vaculik Maxine Sefcik -SPJST-

of Reagan High School 1965 Graduates

Reunion

1965 graduates of Reagan High School in Houston, Texas, are invited to attend the 30-year reunion and picnic on Saturday, July 22,1995.

We will have a Burger Picnic at Harold's, 350 West 19th in the Heights from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The buffet dinner is from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The breakfast buffet is from 12 midnight to 1:30 a.m. at the Wyndham Greenspoint Hotel, 12400 Greenspoint Drive, in Houston, Texas, with music for visiting and dancing.

Call John L. Kosut at (713) 6975531 or David Barber (409) 566-5099 for details.

Submitted by, John L. Kosut -SPJSTPesek (Sweet Home, Texas); Vinc and Anna (Beran) Darilek (Praha, Texas); John and Carolina (Beran) Valenta (Shiner, Texas); Joe and Theresa (Beran) Bartusek (Houston, Texas); and John, Sr. and Mary (Beran) Mares (Czechoslovakia and Czech Republic).

Each family is asked to bring a covered dish. The reunion will feature live music for your listening and dancing pleasure in an air-conditioned hall.

Hope to see you on August 13, 1995.

Plan to come and have a good time!

Submitted by, Victor J. Beran -SPJST-

10/VESTNIK--- ednesday, June 28, 1995

Youth Section District Four YAD Saturday, July 15 Dear Members of District Four, Mark your calendars for July 15! The youth of your district and I would like to extend an invitation to you to join us for our District Four Youth Achievement Day. Please join us at the St. Ambrose Church Hall in Wall. Registration will be held from 1 to 1:30 p.m. Judging of royalty, talent, and crafts will begin at 1:30 p.m.

We have entries in the King and Queen divisions of royalty, individual and group talent acts, and more craft entries than we have ever had. Come and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with us and see how talented your youth are in District Four.

Fraternally, Sandra Jansa District Four Youth Counselor —SPJST-

Six Camp June 30 - July 2

District

Dear Vestnik Readers, District Six Camp will be Friday, June 30, Saturday, July 1 and Sunday, July 2 at Camp Lone Star in LaGrange. Items you will need to bring are: bed sheets, a pillow, towels, clothes, bathing suit, beach towel, sunscreen, toiletries, good walking shoes, a water gun and a flash light.

I ask that all campers arrive Friday at Camp Lone Star by 3:15 that afternoon.

Please don't be late. We will be departing from camp on Sunday at 1 p.m.

Please do not bring coolers with food or drinks in them. They are not allowed in the cabins and we will have plenty of refreshments provided.

There will be a time set up during the day when the trading post will be open selling ice cream, candy, etc. If you wish to purchase some of these things, please bring some money with you to camp.

I hope that everyone is looking forward to a fun-filled weekend. I know that I am. See you on the 30th.

Fraternally, Marcy Dorotik District Six Youth Counselor —SPJST-

4, Hallettsville Youth Club Reports on June Activities

30. This will be my first year to go. See you there!

Fraternally, Elizabeth Vahalik (6) (6/19/95) —SPJST-

6, Cottonwood Youth Club Meets on June 2

Lodge

Dear Readers, We had our meeting on Friday, June 2, 1995. We are planning a summer trip.

Traci Dobecka (6/16/95) —SPJST-

6, Cottonwood Youth Club Elects New Officers

Lodge

Dear Readers, Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club has new officers for this year. The new officers are President Celia Dobecka; Vice President Tammi Dobecka; Secretary Bradley Kroll; and Treasurer Christi Sparkman.

Our last meeting was June 2 and we are trying to decide where we want to go for our summer trip. I hope everyone is having a nice summer so far.

Fraternally, Tammi Dobecka (6/16/95) —SPJST-

9, Snook Youth Club Reports on June Meeting Lodge

Dear Readers, Snook Youth Club had our monthly meeting on June 7. We installed our officers for the new year. Amy Gaas talked to us about her trip to LIT camp.

Granny Jakubik gave us a weiner roast after the meeting.

Fraternally, Kimberly Gaas (6/14/95) —SPJST-

Lodge

Dear Readers, Monday, June 5, I helped with the Nursing Home Bingo that our lodge does for the Stevens Convalescent Center in Hallettsville. I helped cover numbers, hand-out prizes, and give out the fans that we made for the residents. They enjoyed the afternoon and I did, too.

On Sunday, June 11, our youth club met at Fiesta, Texas, for the day. We had a great time. I like riding all of the rides and getting wet. The light show at night was so pretty and colorful.

I am looking forward to camp on June

especially enjoyed the hike and the dance.

After the meeting, Granny Jakubik treated us to a wiener roast. Thank you, Mrs. Jakubik.

Our youth club plans to have an outing on Thursday, June 15. We will meet at the Snook Church at 1 p.m. and travel to see the movie of our choice at Hollywood USA movie theater. Hope everyone can make it.

Fraternally, Amy Gaas (6/13/95) —SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Reports on LIT Camp Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club had their monthly meeting on Wednesday evening, June 7. We discussed summer camp coming up on July 14-17 and YAD scheduled for Jul y 23.

I was the guest speaker for our meeting. I told everyone about my trip to Abilene where I attended LIT camp. I

9, Snook Youth Club Reports on June Activities Lodge

Dear Vestnik Readers.

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club had their monthly meeting on June 7. We installed our new officers. I am secretary of our club for this year.

Amy Gaas spoke to us on her trip to Camp Butman where she went to LIT camp.

We discussed going to the movies on June 15 and going swimming in July.

After the meeting, we had a weiner roast.

On June 3, the Snook Youth Club had an ice water booth at Snookfest. It was a big hit with everyone there because it was so hot. We also carried the barbecue for the judges at the barbecue cookoff.

Fraternally, Jason Gaas (6/13/95) —SPJST--

Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club Reports on May Meeting Dear Readers, On May 21, 1995, the Dime Box SPJST Youth Club held their meeting.

After the meeting, we had a swimming party at Lee Flippin's home. Thanks to Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Flippen for getting this party together.

At our meeting, we planned a trip to AstroWorld.

Sincerely, Jay Roberts (11) (6/19/95) —SPJST-

24, Cyclone Youth Club to Meet Sunday, July 2 Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Cyclone Youth Club joined our mother lodge at an appreciation dinner on Monday, June 12 at Flag Hall.

Following the dinner, Cyclone youth members were presented certificates and awards for their outstanding efforts in the 1994-95 youth year. Members were awarded for perfect meeting attendance and youth club participation. Other achievements were also recognized. The 1995-96 youth club of:iceas were installed by District Two Director Willie Kohutek.

Lodge 30, Taiton Member Crowned Youth Fair Junior Miss Queen Crystal Roye was recently crowned the 1995 Wharton County Youth Fair Junior Miss Queen.

The contestants were judged on personal interviews, poise, Crystal Roye personality and modeling. Crystal will represent Wharton County at various parades and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Crystal was the 1991 Little Miss and said, "All I have left to win is the Queen's contest in a few years".

She is an active member of Lodge 30, Taiton.

—SPJSTWatch for a complete story in an upcoming Vestnik on the awards' presentations.

Summer Youth Night—July 1 Come see all of your friends at the July Summer Youth Night on Saturday, July 1 from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. at Flag Hall in Cyclone.

The event consists of music for listening and dancing, games, contests, friends and fun. Food and soft drinks will be available throughout the evening.

Admission is $3 for ages 6 to 18 and $1 for persons ages five years and under and persons over a ge 18.

Youth Meeting—Sunday, July 2 On Sunday, July 2, we will meet for our July meeting at 2 p.m. at Flag Hall.

We will plan one of our summer activities at Summer Fun U.S.A. on Sunday, July 30. All members are encouraged to attend this meeting. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Youth Leader —SPJST-

66, Waco Youth Club Reports on Father's Day Activities Lodge

Dear Lodge 66, Waco Youth Club, I would like to wish all the dads a Happy Father's Day. On June 16, we went to Moody Nursing Home to deliver boutonieres for Father's Day. We also handed out boutonieres to the fathers at our lodge after the meeting.

On June 26, we are meeting to make July 4 decorations for our July meeting and for the Moody Nursing Home for July 4 festivities.

Fraternally, Justin Engelke (13) (6/19/95) —SPJST-

Wednesday, June 28, 1995-VESTNIK/11

Fourth Quarter Vestnik Projects and Contests Dear Leaders and Youth Club Members: Below you will find the Fourth Quarter Report for completed Vestnik Projects and Contests for the months of March, April and May. We had the following participation: March-221; April-213; and May194 with 29 clubs participating for the quarter.

The next report will be published in September.

If you have any questions, please contact your youth leader or call me at 1800-727-7578.

Thank you for your support.

Fraternally, Joni Lange State Youth Director -SPJST-

Vestnik Project and Contest Points for Fourth Quarter Name

Points

Youth Leader

4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

Jeff Holly Scott Holly Jeremy Kalmus Brian Richardson John Richardson Trevor Scott Tucker Scott Adam Siptak Joshua Siptak James Svetlik Nicholas Vahalik Elizabeth Wagner

60P,60C 60P,59C 60P,60C 40P,38C 20P 20P,20C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P60C 60P,60C 60P,59C 60P,40C

Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik Annie Vahalik

6 6 6 6 6

Celia Dobecka Tammi Dobecka Traci Dobecka Brad Koll Christi Sparkman

60P,60C 60P,60C 59P,60C 20P,20C 60P,60C

Willie Mae Schuetz Willie Mae Schuetz Willie Mae Schuetz Willie Mae Schuetz Willie Mae Schuetz

9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9

Amy Gaas Jason Gaas Kimberly Gaas Jess Junek Casey Kovar Kathryn Kovar Candice Macik Dwayne Macik Travis Schoppe Heather Slenk Holly Slenk Ashley Victorick Sarah Yezak

60P,59C 60P,60C 60P,60C 40P,40C 20P,20C 40P,40C 38P,40C 58P,60C 60P,59C 60P,59C 60P,60C 20P,20C 20P,20C

Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schonenmann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann Betty Schoenemann

13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13

Sue Flippin Alicia Ford Emily Jatzlau Lamanda Kostelka Cody Krenek Dawn Rackel Nicholas Rackel Jay Roberts Delia Wiederhold Lindsey Wiederhold

60P,60C 60P,59C 40P,40C 40P,20C 20C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,59C 60P,60C 60P,60C

Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife Ethel Rife

17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17

Cheryl Cannon Shenna Charanza Jessica Clements Steven Clements Brandi Crnkovic Joni Floyd Jessica Hejl Justin Hejl Amber Hodges Lacy Jones Deidre Kubecka Jill Malazzo Patrick Mantey Ricky Mantey Kim Mayes Vicki Morehead Vince Morehead Whitney Nors Brooke Paul Jackie Paul Mabrey Petty

40P,40C 20P,19C 60P,60C 20P,15C 60P,60C 40P,40C 60P,60C 40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,60C 40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,60C 60P,60C 40P,40C 60P,60C 60P,60C 20P,20C 40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,59C

Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek

Lodge No.

17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17

Marshall Petty Kristie Phelps Billy Prescott Lauren Prescott Cheryl Sebesta Cindy Sebesta Crystal Sebesta Kyle Skrabanek Cheryl Story

60P,60C 40P,39C 20P,20C 40P,40C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C 60P,60C 60P,60C

Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek

17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17

Mindy Suehs Charee Surovik Kristi Vollentine Lindsay Vollentine Misti Vollentine Susanne Vollentine April Wotipka Crystal Wotipka

60P,60C 40P,40C 60P,55C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,60C 40P,39C

Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek Susan Skrabanek

20 20 20 20 20

Johna Lalla Jvonne Lalla Laura Spanel-Weber Cara Spanel-Weber James Teague

40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,60C 60C 58P,56C

Emilie Tischler Emilie Tischler Emilie Tischler Emilie Tischler Emilie Tischler

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

Tammy Baker Kathryn Cathey April Cooksey Ashley Coots Lori Coots Alison Eixman Jarred Eixman Shelly Gerich Ryan Greger Scott Hudson Mark Macek Nikki Nejtek Meagan Ray Lisa Spanhel Tonya Spanhel Ashley Veselka

40P,20C 40P,20C 20P 60P,59C 40P,40C 4013,40C 40P,40C 20C 20P,20C 60P,60C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20P 60P,59C 60P,59C 60P,60C

Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny Melanie Zavodny

25 25 25 25 25

April Holland Brian Holland Jake Holland Ryan Mach Stacy Lynn Mach

20C 20C 19C 20C 40P,39C

Alicia Honza Alicia Honza Alicia Honza Alicia Honza Alicia Honza

28

Jessica Kelner

60P,60C

Helen Kelner

29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29

Chad Cervenka Jason Cervenka Lacy Cervenka Jennifer Green Lisa Haag Blake Hegar Brooke Hegar Adam Jezisek Jennifer Johle Jeffrey Kelm Chris Kolinek Whitney Kolinek Kristin Muegge Noel Naizer Ashley Robbins Adam Tallas Chad Tallas Bryan Zak Kendra Zak Kyle Vanecek

20P,20C 40P,40C 20P,20C 20P,20C 60P,60C 40C 40C 60P,60C 20P,20C 40P,40C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20C 20P,20C 40P,40C 20P,20C 20P 40P,60C 60P,60C 20P,20C

Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas Jerry Tallas

30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30

Kirby Bubela Chet Dluhos Jarrett Dluhos Shara Dluhos Jeanine Dorotik Brandon Drapela T.J. Drapela Kyle Kaspar Michael Kaspar Travis Krpec Jessica Kulhanek Camille Staff Mandy Staff

60P,60C 20C 20C 20C 20P,20C 60C 60C 40P,40C 20P 40P,40C 20C 60P,60C 60P,60C

Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela Lisa Bubela

12/VESTNIK-Wednesday, June 28, 1995

35 35 35 35 35 35 35

Waylon Callaway Amy Dennis Ana-Alica Dennis Holli Dennis Whitney Dennis R D Easter Chris Pavelka

40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,60C

Barbara Pavelka Barbara Pavelka Barbara Pavelka Barbara Pavelka Barbara Pavelka Barbara Pavelka Barbara Pavelka

40 40 .

40 40

Martha Bartos Sharon Borak Ross Juranek Lisa Reck

60P,60C 60P60C 20P,39C 20P,20C

Charlene Borak Charlene Borak Charlene Borak Charlene Borak

47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47

Janet Baca Rachel Baca Andrew Brenek Ricky Brenek Daniel Gibson Thomas Gibson Lisa Greger Lori Greger Mark Greger Rebecca Greger Hope Hanusch David Hejl Sarah Hejl Jatanna Honeycutt Jeff Kirby Jessica Kirby Kristin Klecka Heather Novosad Shannon Pechal

60P,60C 60P,59C 20P,19C 40P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C 60P,59C 20P,20C 40P,60C 59P,40C 40C 20P,20C 20P,40C 40P,40C 20C 59P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C

Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger, Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger Ginger Greger

49 49 49

Becky Schwertner Brad Schwertner Matt Schwertner

60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C

Nancy Schwertner Nancy Schwertner Nancy Schwertner

66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66

Natalie Culliton Nicholas Culliton Justin Engelke Thomas Honey Brian Tierce Jesika Tierce Michael Tierce Nathan Tierce

20C 20C 60P,60C 60P,40C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,59C 60P,60C

Diane Engelke Diane Engelke Diane Engelke Diane Engelke Diane Engelke Diane Engelke Diane Engelke Diane Engelke

84 84 84 84 84 84 84

C.J. Novak J.J. Novak Jamie Novak Meribeth Novak Marchele Olds Jarod Olds Brooks Zabojnik

40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C

Bessie Petr Bessie Petr Bessie Petr Bessie Petr Bessie Petr Bessie Petr Bessie Petr

88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88

Crystal Angiloszek Karen Bender Kristen Bender Krystle Bender Amanda Godwin Amanda Havemann Darrell Havemann Darren Havemann Nicholas Havemann Natalie Zalesky

40P,20C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C 60P,60C 20P,60C

Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney Barbara Linney

92 92 92 92 92 92 92 92 92

Barron Cornelison Paxton Davies Melissa Hubenak James Linderman Amber May Jeremiah May Jessica May Amy Parker Christina Watkins

20P,20C 20P,20C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,40C 40P,39C 40P,40C 40P,40C 20P,39C

Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak Cheryl Hubenak

107 107

Trey Pfeil Jolene Spillers

40P,40C 40P,40C

Liz Bielefeld Liz Bielefeld

117 117 117 117 117

Jonathan Sosa Joshua Sosa Melissa Sosa Krista Stidman Sarah Stidham

60P,59C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,59C 60P,59C

Betty Jurica Betty Jurica Betty Jurica Betty Jurica Betty Jurica

142

John Buri

40P,40C

Elizabeth Hermis

142 142 142

Amanda Hermis Jason Hermis Michael Schleider

60P,60C 60P,60C 40P,40C

Elizabeth Hermis Elizabeth Hermis Elizabeth Hermis

154 154

Joni Jones Tressie Sanders

20P,20C 20P,20C

Mary Steinman Mary Steinman

160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

Jennifer Block Jeremy Block Nathan Block Neil Block Kristi Braden Chase Bubenik Jessica Bubenik Chase Dierschke Sarah Dierschke Jimmy Halfmann Roxanne Halfmann Quinten Holik Ryan Holik Cara Jansa Clay Jansa Ryan Jansa James Lehr Wade Martin Austin Miller Kamber Noel Krystle Noel Nathan Schwartz Todd Schwartz

60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C

Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz Betty Schwartz

172 172 172 172 172 172

Meagan Loxterman William Neville Brandi Noland Crystal Noland Misty Setliff Eric Zucha

40P,40C 40P,39C 20P,20C 20P,19C 20P,19C 20P,19C

Dottie Watkins Dottie Watkins Dottie Watkins Dottie Watkins Dottie Watkins Dottie Watkins

177 177 177 177 177 177 177 177 177

Kristen Bartek Jenny Fritz Jessica Lyon Jordan Lyon Courtney Wagner Sara Wagner Tiffany Wolf Regina Wright Renelle Wright

60P,60C 40P,40C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C

Karen Bartek Karen Bartek Karen Bartek Karen Bartek Karen Bartek Karen Bartek Karen Bartek Karen Bartek Karen Bartek

185 185 185 185 185 185 185 185 185 185 185

Whitney Bohnenberger Stacey Branham Brett Doeppenschmidt Jonathan Haag Derek Koehler Devin Koehler Brian Masch Chris Mills Travis Ploch Holly Reynolds Ross Reynolds

60P,60C 6013;60C 40P,40C 20P,20C 60P,60C 60P,60C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C 40P,40C 40P,40C

Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag Theresa Haag

187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187

Tracy Betak Travis Betak Allyson Holman Lauren Johnson Lindsey Johnson Michael Johnson Justin Klaus Kimberly Klaus Justin Leschber Stephanie Leschber Kenneth Alan Meyer Amy Rohlack Lance Rohlack Deidra Young Ursula Young

40P,40C 40P,40C 60P,60C 40P,40C 40P,60C 40P,60C 57P,56C 55P,60C 60P,60C 60P,60C 40P,60C 40P,20C 40P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C

Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber Karen Leschber

196 196 196 196 196 196

Jason Castillo Mark Janecek Regina Janecek Corinne Lalonde Melisa Stasny Ryan Stasny

60P,60C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20P,20C 20C 15P,15C

Jill Stasny Jill Stasny Jill Stasny Jill Stasny Jill Stasny Jill Stasny

P-Points Earned for Completed Vestnik Project C-Points Earned for Completed Vestnik Contest

28.eerven 1995-'VESTNiK/13

PODPORA

OMB WM

LIDSKOST BRATRSTVI teska, east

tfedni. organ Slovanske Podporujiel Jednoty Stu Texas, zakiiene roku 1897

' 83 tiSLO 25 170 eNiK

Oddil Dopisovateln kad tislo 47, Seaton Sestry a Bratti, Ptedseda Calvin Skrabanek zandjil schilzf v 7 hodin veeer.

Vlajky nastolily Janet Baea a Christen Bartek.

Na listku nemocnych byl Alfred ml., Reuben Mikeska (jiI zezuly), Binnie Mikeska, Winona Sula, a F.W. Stuteville. Stutie mel oenf operaci.

Navgtevou jsme melt Nancy Tunney a Ann Balugek.

Gratulujeme graduantum Rogers High School -- James Kortis, E.J. Pechal, John Hoelscher, Carrie Meyer, a Deanna Culp.

Tajemnice Dolores Skrabanek pteeetla protokol, z minute scheize a byl prfjat tak, jak byl napsdn.

Edward Vag ieek podal zprdvu za dozotef vybor."Barbeque Cook-Offbude 21.-22.eervence.

Ginger Greger podala zpravu, ze mela 22 elenii, s dogpele a le pojedou do AstroWorld v sobota, 24 eervna v pet hodin rano.

Narozeniny bude slavft Sharon Hejl, Frankie Klinkovsky, a Calvin krobanek.

Vyroef snatku budou Frankie a Irma Klinkovsky.

Dvetnf ceny dostali Woodrow Marek, Willie Kohutek, E.J. Pechal a Henry Janaeek.

Nage pfigtf schaze bude pofadat 2.6ervence ve d ye hodiny odpoledne.

S pozdravem, Emily (Mikeska) Stuteville --SPJST--

Chlebem a pisn1 vonl mikj kraj Jiste zvidgtnostf nag f eeske vlasti je, 2e kaldy jejf regiOn - co se tyee lidoveho umenf - je pavodnf a ma svou typickou vuni. V t echach je jiste nejvaraznejsf Chodsko, ale i jine regiOny majf sve zvldgtnf odlignosti.

Mysllme tim lidove kroje, zvyky, pfsne a lidovou architekturu.

Daleko v g ak vyraznej g f po teto strdnce jsou regiOny mora yske, jako jsou na jibif Morave Slovdcko a dale pak Hand, Hordcko a peisobive Valag sko. V techto krajfch ani modernf zpCisob 2ivota nesmazal to, co ui davne generace vytvotily a tyto klenoty lidov6ho umenf, i kdy tteba s vykyvy, stale 2ijf a majf svemu lidu stale co 1.16.

Podlvejme se treba na ji2ni Moravu. Tento kraj - Moraysk6 Slovacko - ma tri vyrazn6 regiony: Podluif, kter6 lei( v nejji2nejgfm

28:eerven 1995koute mezi Bteclavf a Hodonfnem, Doltiacko a Hornacko kolem Velke nad Veliekou. V gechny tyto kraje majf dnes celou fadu nadgenych pracovnikfi, kteff se snalf v ge krasn6 sveho kraje propagovat, 2ivit a i dokumentovat. Tomu vgemu napomahajf folkloristicke slavnosti, ktere se temet kaldoroene opakuji a povet g ine stfidajf i tematiku.

Vzpometime mezirarodnf festival ve Strdinici, hoffidcke slavnosti ve Ve Velke, kyjovsky Slovdcky rok, vlenovskou Jizdu krdIG, Podluzf v pisni a tanci y e Tvrdonicfch a jine.

Vg echny tyto slavnosti jsou hodne nav g tevovdny, svou oblibu neztraceji a jsou ureite chloubou sveho kraje.

A zastavme se na Podluli. Orodny rovinaty kraj, kde se dati temet vgem zernedelskym plodindm. Snad zde schazi les - ndv gtevnik jej uvidi u Bteclavi a pak teprve u Hodonina, ale za to jsou zde krasne lany vinohradia, sady merunek se svym vonavym zlatem a s broskvemi. A celd tato zddnlive fddni krajina? Prvnf n8 pan prezident T.G. Masaryk, ktery se narodil v Hodonine, jednou se ze sve ldsky ke svernu rodi gti takto vyznal: "Mar rad jiznf Moravu.

Rovinaty kraj se svym vysokym modrym nehem je jako ndrue otevfend, kterd kdy to jednou obejme, tak u2 to nepustf."

Po staleti zde 2ije pracovity lid spjaty se svou gtecirou ptfrodou. Co vgechno si pro krasu sveho 2ivota vytvofil! Ustrojeny podluldcky gohaj v kroji - toi hrdd muzika krasa. A co teprve kdy si u muziky zazplva a zatancuje svizny musk sOlovy tanec verbunk! Podlulacka deveica v kroji je vonavy karafidt. Lidova pfsen zde provazi svilj pracovity lid od kolebky a2 do hrobu a nezapormiela na l'acinou livotnf uddlost. Dd se fici, ze se svym lidem 2ije, s nfm se raduje, ale i lka. Kolikrdt se tfmto otevtenym krajem hnala zid valka! Krdsu sveho malovaneho kraje v g ak nikdy nesmetla. Slovackd pfseti se zde stale ozyva a u2 od nepameti se ji uef dal od star g fch. A snad nikdy zde nezemfe, Nildyi se fikd, 2e kdy zemte lidem pisnieka, zemfe jim i srdce Nutno v gak uvest, ze &r y e se zde vice zpivalo, v dobach, kdy lido nemeli radia a televize. Dd se i ze tenkrdte lidovd piseil vice ovlivfiovala citovy 2ivot lidi. Terneikaldy veeer se chlapci schdzivali na decline, chodili po vesnici a krasne zplvali. Nikoho jejich veeerni pisne neru g ily, ba naopak. Deveata potichu otvfrala okna a poslouchala. Vldyi ten jejich chlapec zpival jim a to jejich milou pisnieku.

Dodnes - ba stale vice - zde hraje mnoho muzik. Oblfbeny jsou dechovky, ale k lidove pisni vice path cimbdlovd muzika - housle, klarinet, basa a cimbdl. Cimbdlovych muzik zde hraje hodne a stale nova

vznikajf. Snad nejlepe to vyjadfil pralsky basnik Jaroslav Seifert ye sve basni Vzpominka na Slovacko: U nas tanefva se pomalu, pfsnieka je brzy dozpivana.

Na Slovacku tisfc cimbalu vyhrava al do Hello rana!

Pavel tech Pru g anky, Morava Czech Republic --SPJST--

JoZka Husek: Sonet o rodne pfsni Ty rodnd pfsnie.ko moje, studdnko krasy odveka, pramen g z eisteho zdroje, z prosteho srdce eloveka.

V kolebce slychal jsem "hajf" na tichou a sladkou strunku, v mid& zas po celem kraji na cimbal veselou do verbunku.

Ty rodnd pisnieko nage, tvoje jsou hody i aldamdge, mid& i statecke vrasky jsi pind slunce i vina, ze sklepti od Hodonina, ze vgeho nejvlc m8 ldsky!

Pavel Cech Prusanky, Morava Czech Republic --SPJST--

(Povidka z doby prvni svetove valky.)

JESTS v CHYTROST NEVYMRELA --Napsal Alois St. Novak.

Do SPJST Vestniku zaslal John J. Karas.

Teidilny elanek, prvni east.

Zle se meli za valky hostingtfz Nemelf co nalevati a co toeiti. A hylo k tomu potteba vet g f davky chytrosti a podnikavosti, aby hostinsky mohl tajne vykdzati ctitelCim zlatolluteho moku gambrinova novinu radostnejgf net vfterstvf na nekterem ciseku fronty, novinu struenou sice, avgak obsalnou: "Dnes veeer pivo."

Hostinsky Soudek, majitel hostince "v Aeropldnu" met kriticky den.

Musil si na nekom vybiti svfij hnev.

A nikdo jiny nemohl se stati hromosvodem net ten, jen byl nejblfie jeho ruky. A tfm negiastrificem byl ueednik hostinskeho femesla Tonik Malfeek, pikolo i vrchnf v jedne a tele osobe. Na vice persondlu malt' hostinec nevyndgel.

Jako rerav6 uhlf sesypaly se na jeho rozcuchanou hlavu v gechny domluvy opravnene i neopravnene a ponevadt ani jemu toho dne osud nebyl velikym priznivcem, skoneil cely den tragicky. Tak to byvd na tom svete

g frem. Nekomu den prind g i kvitek g testf, na jintho shod! tram, z n61102 by se mohlo nadelati ki-126 pro nekolik lido.

"Takovtho pitomce, jako jsi ty, dosud jsem nemel y e sv6rn lokdle.

V g-li, 2e jsi pti g el posleclni na trh, kdy Pan BOh prodaval a rozdaval Filipa neho ti spadla nekde almara na hlavu. Kdy chce host sti-ik, prinese g mu sodovku, kdy si pteje mozeeek, ptinese g mu jazyk. Mdm stale ty stanosti na tebe poslouchati?

Jest-li je g te neco chytreho vyvedeg, ve vtetine polet g a mutes se stat vrchnfm tteba v Grandhotelu,— zaefnal hostinsky Soudek sve levity, behaje rozeilene po lokdle.

Malfeek, jen2 vldy se umel hdjitf, ledahyle servitem opra goval stoly a chvflemi pteru g uje sveho chefa ptil6havou pozndmkou ad hoc.

"Prosfm, pane chef, o dOkazy.

Kdy jsem proved) neco takoveho, z eeho mne vinfte?"

Kaida takova pozndmka je gte u vetg f hnev ptivadela hostinskeho.

"Jeg te toho jest mak), co jsi proved) za ty tti m6s1ce, co jsi u mne. Ji2 tolik bylo tvych moudrych kouskO, 2e hys pti nejmen g im zaslouZil za ne prvni cenu chytrosti. Veera starostovi z Mokrovous postfikals omaekou, novou zelenou, ply govou vestu, studentilm z gymnasia zpfekkels figurky na g achovnici v kritickem okarrillku Bach-matu a pan in.Ienyr Plocek si ste2oval, ies mu pti roznag enf nalil pivo za krk. to takto ddl, ztratfm v krdtkosti vg echny hosty a to jen k vuli tve dovednosti a chytrosti."

Malfekovi se uzddlo, ie by mohl zase neco podotknouti.

"Myslfm, le kaldemu e g nikovi se ptihodf nejakd nehoda, v2dyi ueeny nikdo s nebe nepada a ef g nictvf je piece koruna v g ech temesel, ponevadl k nemu jest potfeba svilnosti a obratnosti provazolezce."

"To ti prdve nejvice schazi a nenaueil by to jf ani dvornf taneenf mistr bvrteeica. Ja denne si opakuji, ze ti dne g nf e g nici nestojf za nic. jako e g nik jinak nee ty jsem se ohdnel a na jednom lokti nest jsem osm pinych talftil a ze 2adneho jsem ani neukapl. Mel jsi gtestf, le jest nynf ve valce nedostatek egnikti, jinak bych to jil davno byl vyhnal."

"Myslfm, le ptesttelujete, pane chef, a zbyteene mne uraNte. Byla mi nabfzena daleko lep g f mista nee jest vas zastreeny hostinec," trefil Malfeek do liveho.

"Jd ti ddm zastreeny! Coz nechodf ke mne na jelita elita a smetanka cele nag ! ulice? I kaldy sedlak a velkostatkat se rad u mne zastavf.

Rekni to jegte jednou a poznag hnev.— "Jak vy mne, tak ja yam a ae jsem pouhy pikolo, vypro guji si, pane chef, abyste se mnou zachdzel

14/VESTNiK-28.&rven 1995 getrneji, jak se sluff a path v profesi v n12 si je ka is dy rovny. Jinak byl bych nucen staovati si na vas v organisaci eignikft a hostinskych zarnestnancil, kterd se jiste postard o ndpravu."

"Hledme milostpdna. Uralen vyhro2uje. Jdi si jen k organisaci a zaenete novou stavkou. Ka2dy hostinsky si lehce sve proffdle hosty obslou21 sam."

"A piece organisace nam mnoho vymohla. Byla nam zkracena pracovrft doba, upraveno zpropitne a jine jegte vymoIenosti modernf doby," stateene odporoval Ma!leek.

"To jsou vymoIenosti, ktere vymohou nam zavienf lokdla a yam efnfkam Iebrdckou hul," ironicky smdl se hostinsky Soudek a ponevad2 se citil poraIenym, poslal MaMica, aby dohledl v kuchyni na iensky personal. Kdyl pikolo ode gel, sedl si k oknu a brueel do okennIch tabulek, ktere sice se zachvivaly, ale neodmlouvaly jako Ma!leek.

"Jsou to nyni pomery. Pomalu pikolo bude poroueeti a hostinsky poslouchati. Kdy'l jsem jd vstoupil do ueerft, lital na mou hlavu jeden pohlavek za druhym a nynf nesmf se elovek ani slovem otifti o kluka, jeni sotva vy g el ze gkoly a odlon kaihoty se zapIndnim v zadu. Nedivil bych se, kdyby obratny byl a chytry, ale tak je to takovy "budi2-knieemu-.

Ale nadarmo se zlobfm. Mel bych spige piemygleti, jak sehnati vice piva na ples, ktery letos poprve bude se odbyvati v poste, abychom ukdzali, s e jsme na svobodne noze a jak Z dostati sem do loldlu nove hosty.

Sedim zde skoro ustaviene sam. Pivo z pyravky jest jako voda, netahne a ani toho leckdy neni dostatek.

Nebyti stravnikfi, jinn musime podavati menu podle vdleenych pfedpisa tiikrate tydne bez masa, mohl bych smele hostinec zavifti. A nyni rozkLi v kuchyni, aby ddvaly jute meng f porce."

Ueme se Cesky Let Us Study Czech Lekce dvaadvacita— Lesson 22 Parts of speech— The Pronoun (Zajmeno).

You remember that in your study of English, a pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun. In Czech, there are 7 types of pronouns.

1. Personal: ja, ty, on, ona, oni, ony, my and vy.

2. Possessive: rrifij, tv6j, jeho, jeji, nag , vas, etc.

3. Demonstrative: ten, ta, to, tento, tato, toto, onen, ona, ono.

4. Interrogative: kdo? co? kterY? jak'? CI? 5. Relative: kterY, jen2 (who, which, that...), kdo, co.

Na bidu naffkal hostinsky Soudek.

Na bfdu a nouzi Iehrali etyfi studenti stojici pied hostincem "v Aeropldnu" neodvai'ujice se stisknuti kliku dveti a vstoupiti do hostince,

meli hlad veal net vyhladovely vlk ruske stepi a palavej g rillen ne2 velbloud na Sahafe.

Pokraeovdnf v pftf tfm Vestniku.

--SPJST--

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Eleventh Annual Victoria County

Czech Heritage Festival Sunday, July 16, 1995 at the Victoria Community Center • 2905 E. North Street, Victoria, Texas

Admission: 12 Years/Adults - S5 Under 12 Years - Free * Texas State Tarok Tournament * Register at 8:30 a.m.; Tournament from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fee: $15 per person with a meal. AWARDS - State Plaques and Cash: $100, $75, $50 and $25. Contact Joe Pustka at (512) 578-2507

Kiub Kontinental Rudy and Henrietta Klecka invite you to discover and enjoy this year's annual Czech Republic

Moravian Wine Tasting Tour Prague; Krakow, Poland; Vienna, Austria; Budapest, Hungary

September 21 October 5, 1995 15 days Includes: First -class hotels, two meals daily, private first-class motorcoach, city sightseeing, free time to look up roots!

"We know the Czech Republic and the Czech Republic knows us."

27 years of experience.

Tour escorted by Rudy Klecka. For more details, contact: Rudy and Henrietta Klecka, P.O. Box 28, East Bernard, Texas 77435 Call toll free: 1(800) 854.6642 After 6 p.m., call: (409) 335-4471

* Dance to the Music of These Big Bands * • The Dutchmasters: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • The Little Fisherman Orchestra: 2 - 6 p.m.

• Leo Majek's Orchestra: 5 - 9 p.m. • Battle Dance: 5 - 6 p.m.

Czech Stew and Sausage Noon Meal: $4.50 per person CZECH . ENGLISH POLKA MASS 9 a.m. Celebrated by Father Joseph Hybner in Our Lady of Victory Cathedral.

Laurent and Mesquite Street

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PLACEDO BRETHREN SERVICES 11 a.m. at the Placedo Brethren Church 11 miles South on Hwy 87

OTHER ENTERTAINMENT East Bernard Czech Singers Chris Rybak on Accordion Wayne Stockton - Champion Fiddler Little Czech (KJZT) Singers Stanley Kruppa on Salt Board P.O.L.K. of A. - Dance Exhibition Czech Lessons - Youth and Adult

ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW —10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Contact: Cathy Dornak (512) 573-4950

CZECH BAKING CONTEST Contact: Carol Janak (512) 572-3804

Sponsored by the Victoria County Czech Heritage Society and Shiner, Shiner Bock and the Spoetzel Brewery

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6. Indefinite: Nekdo, nekterY, nejakY, kdo-si, co-si; quantitative pronouns: kaRlY, v gechen; sam, sama, samo, tY2, tai, tei latter all expressing identity.

7. Negative: Nikdo, nic, 2adnY *** 1. Personal pronouns: the longer forms— mne, mne, tebe, tobe— are used in emphasis and after prepositions. The shorter forms— mi, me, te, ti— are used when no stress is needed, and are used AFTER the stressed word.

Psal mi.

Znag me?

On mi psal.

Ty me znag?

There is a special REFLEXIVE pronoun, SE for all 3 persons, singular and plural. EX: Ja se mYji. On se mYje. My se mYjeme.

(Let us note here an important spelling rule: When the masculine sex ONLY is involved, the pronoun is oni.

When both sexes are involved, the pronoun is still oni. When only the female sex is involved, the pronoun is ONY. Modifying adjectives and verbs must agree with these endings. Ex.: Zeny donesly; Chlapi donesli; v gichni (both sexes) donesli.)

After prepositions, of course, the j becomes do neho, k nernu, s ni, s nimi, etc.

2. Possessive pronouns: correspond to the personal pronouns. For the 1st person singular, the possessive pronoun is muj (ma, me) and plural: na g . For the 2nd person singular, it is tviij (tva, tve)— plural va g (vase). For the 3rd person singular, masculine and neuter, the possessive pronoun is jeho, which remains invariable; for the 3rd person

singular feminine, it is jeji; for the 2nd person plural, it is jejich, for all 3 genders. It also remains invariable.

3. Demonstrative pronouns: ten, ta, to, tento, tenhle. Colloquially, tamten or tamhle is used for "onen" (yonder, that one). The gender of course, determines which you use.

4. Interrogative pronouns: Kdo, koho, komu, o kom, kYm; co, eeho, eemu, o eem, eirn? pro co, proe, nae, zae.

KterY, jakY— the distinction between these 2 is not always strictly observed.

5. Relative pronouns: Kdo— he who.

Kdo nepracuje, at' neji.

Co— that which...Dojdeme k tomu, o eem jsem chtel mluvit. Co is also used colloquially, as is: Od to doby, co...; Lidi, co tam byli...

Jen2 is used mostly in literary style; in speech it is replaced by "kterrinstead of mu g , jeho2 znam, we say ktereho znam.

6. Indefinite pronouns: nekdo, nekterY, nejakY, nekde, nekdy; the suffix si: kdo-si, co-si, kde-si, kdy-si, of-si; also the suffix -koli: kdokoli, cokoli, jak'-koli, kterYkoli; also the prefix lec: lec-kdo.

KaRlY may be used only with countable objects; v gechen for uncountable objects. In the plural, v gichni does duty for both countables and uncountables.

Ex.: kaRlY elovek, kaRia 2ena, kakle devee. vgichni lide, vgechny 2eny, Vgechny chleby, v gechna dev'eata.

Sam means "alone": byl jsem tam sam.

SamY, sama, same, are used to express an idea of fullness or richness: stromy byly samy kve't; byli tam sami cizinci; na samem konci; u sameho

There exists in today's society, the need for dependable child care and adult care services.

In an effort to link suitable parties, a regular Child Care and Adult Care classified section will soon be appearing in the Vestnik.

The purpose of this section will be to unite compatible care givers with those needing their services. The section will be defined in two categories: Care givers wanting to provide services for children or adults; and parents and adults looking to secure care services for their children, their parents, or themselves.

Those members seeking to post listings may do so at no cost. Please direct your listings or inquiries to the Vestnik, c/o SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503-0100.

Be an active member of your focal lodge! okna.

7. Negative pronouns: if the prefix ni — is added to the personal pronouns, they are turned into negative pronouns ni kdo, nic. From kterY, jak', the negative pronoun 2adnY is used before nouns: 1adnY elovek, 2adna 2ena, etc.

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Wednesday, June 28, 1995—VESTNIK/15

SPJST CALENDAR

LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE

LODGE NO. 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE

(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 meets on the first Thursday of each month at the VFW Post, 4002, Longview.)

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LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS

FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

Saturda y, July 1—Free Dance; Music by the "Flying klobasc," Drawing for prizes Saturda y, July 15-39th Annual Princess Ball sponored by the Teen Club; Music by the Sulak Band; 8:30 p.m.; Crowning of 1995 Lodge Royalty at 10:30 p.m.

Monday, July 17—Lodge meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 19—Bus Trip to "Isle of Capri," Bossier City, Louisiana; Leaving at 6:30

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD

LODGE NO. 35, ELK

Thursday, June 29—McLennan County Crop Tour Friday, June 30—Social and Game Night Saturday, July 1—Wedding Sunday, July 2—Lodge 6 Meeting at 1 p.m.

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

For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 3524397 or Ben Jarma at 348-1514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557.

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

LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE

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LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK

Wednesday, July 19—Regular meeting at 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON

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

Saturday, July 1—Buddy Kirk Band with Aubrey Tucker; Dress Code; Big BAnd Sound; $9 per person Friday, July 7—Nick Navarro; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Saturday, July 8--Vrazels; Polka and Variety Music; $6 per person Saturday, July 15—Knights of Dixie; Ballroom and Variety Music; $6 per person Saturday, July 22—Central Texas Sounds; Polka and Variety Music; $5 per person Saturday, July 29—Bobby Lane from Nebraska; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person

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(Local lodge meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO 13, DIME BOX (Local lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS (Local lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 6p.m. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental and dance information, call Audrey McCall at (817) 593-0090.)

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. 47, SEATON Saturday, July 1—Jerry and Helen Haisler's Silver Wedding Anniversary; Music by Vrazel Polka Band Sunday, July 2—Lodge and Youth Club Meetings at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, July 5—Audit of all books at 7 p.m.

Saturday, July 8—Leo Majek Orchestra Saturday, July 15—Fritz Hodde & Fabulous Six Saturday, July 22—Jerry Haisler & Melody Five Saturday, July 29—King of Swing (Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances are from 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. and admission is $5; Battle dance admission is $6. For information about hall bookings, please call Calvin Skrabanek at (817) 985-2344, weekdays or (817) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night. ***

LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Sunday, July 9—Battle Dance ($6 per person); Music by Donnie Wavra and Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six Plus Two; 3-8 p.m.

Sunday, July 16—The New Edition; 3-7 p.m. ($5 per person) Saturday, July 22—King of Swing; 8:30-12:30 ($5 per person) Sunday, July 23—Leroy Rybak's Swinging Orchestra; 3-7 p.m.($5 per person) Sunday, July 30—Tony Janak; 3-7 p.m.) $5 per person Sunday, August 13—Three Band Polka Fest ($7 per person); Music by the Vrazels, Fritz Hodde and Leo Majek; 2-8 p.m.

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

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Monday, July 11—Monthly Lodge Meeting at 7:30 p.m. (Dinner social at 7 p.m.--Bring a covered dish food item) 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, July 1—Ellis County Health Fair Saturday, July 8—Rental Sunday, July 9--Shower Thursday, July 13—Lodge Meeting at 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 15—Wedding Saturday, July 29—Rental Saturday, August 5—Wedding Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Monthly meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m.

For rentals, reservations or more information, call President Ernest Haskovec at (214) 875-2789, Vice President Charlie Patak at (214) 875-5385, or the hall at (214) 875-8381 and leave a message. ***

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Adult lodge meetings are every second Friday of the month at 7 p.m. The Youth Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Sunday of the month. On premises catering available. For information, call the hall at 352-9139.

Saturday, July 8—Franke Family Reunion Saturday, July 22—Private Wedding Game socials are every 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).

Games every Thursday; Early Bird Special at 7:15 p.m.; Regular Games at 7:45 p.m.

License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001). For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. ***

LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, Jul y 23—Country-western Dance from 3-7 p.m. Admission: $5 per person. Music by the Wild Wood Band (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 Z p.m., or as otherwise specified. Game nights are on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 7 to 10 p.m. Ladies Circle meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 107, FLORESVILLE (Lode 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.)

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LODGE NO. 66, WACO

LODGE NO. 133, SAN ANTONIO

Friday, June 30—Cherokee Rose Saturday, July 1—Moments Notice Friday, July 7—Cherokee Rose Saturday, July 8—Cherokee Rose Game nights (Taroky, dominoes, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Members, please bring snacks. *** LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY (Lodge business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month. Game nights are every Thursday and Saturday 7-10 p.m. Permit No. 1-75-1052324-8."Barbara's '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 Saturday, July 1—SUPERGAMES at 7 p.m.

Monthly meeting at 4 p.m.

Sunday, July 9—Spiegelhauer Reunion Sunday, July 23—Moon Reunion Monday, July 24—American Legion, 7p.m.

Sunday, July 30—Holland Baseball Association Banquet Saturday, Aug. 5—SUPERGAMES at 7 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 6—Monthly Meeting at 2 p.m.

(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.)

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LODGE NO. 179, WARRENTON (Lodge meets second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Warrenton store; social hour and meal follows. The meat is furnished and members bring side dishes.) ***

LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON Saturday, July 1—Southern Fury Saturday, July 8—Road House Band Saturday, July 15—Cross Fire Saturday, July 22—Trotter and Anderson Saturday, July 29—Mt. Creek (All Saturday night dances are from 8:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. Lodge membership monthly meetings are the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m.) ***

LODGE NO. 182, FALLS COUNTY Sunday, July 23—M e e ti ng at the Lott Volunteer Fire Department at 4 p.m. (Youth meeting at 3 p.m.) Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Klinkovsky will deliver a presentation on the importance of maintaining an active fraternal program and the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program. ***

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, August 17—Meeting at the Bavarian Village beginning at 8 p.m.

LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL (Lodge meetings are on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 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, June 30—Lonesome Dove Saturday, July 1—Peoples Choice Friday, July 7—Chad Hudson Saturday, July 8—Texas Fever Friday, July 14—Lonesome Dove Saturday, July 15—Private Party Friday, July 21—Diamondback Saturday, July 22—Debonaires Friday, July 28—Sterling Country Satruday, July 29—Chad Hudson (Private party room available. For more information, call Albert at 255-8157.)

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LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE

Sunday, July 9—Lodge Meeting at 2 p.m.

Sunday, August 13—Lodge Meeeting at 2 p.m.

(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.)

(Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.)

—SPJST-

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LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Monthly lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. or as specified otherwise. ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA (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. For reservations, call (713) 487-3297.) ***

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, July 1—Closed Saturday, July 8—Backroads Saturday, July 15—Running on Empty Saturday, July 29—Mark Richey

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

(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 6:30 p.m.; Business meeting at 7:30 p.m.) -

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The following rates apply for classified advertising in the Vestnik.

Please note that it costs nothing for your lodge to post events on the calendar page.

SPJST LODGE RATES

For advertising SPJST lodge-related activities $12.50 2 3/8" x 5" $25.00 4 7/8" x 5" $50.00 10" x 5" COMMERCIAL RATES

Applies to all advertising not related to promoting SPJST lodge events 2 3/8" x 5" 4 7/8" x 5" 10" x

$25.00 $50.00 $100.00

For more information, contact the editor at (817) 773-1575.

SPJST Summer Marathon '95 Membership Drive rt SE To introduce your friends to SPJST

and its valuable benefits!

July 1 - October 31, 1995. Drawing wi held December 15, 1995.

(To allow processing time.)

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Drawing for one 5200 prize, three $100 prizes, and four $50 prizes.

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Your name will appear once in monthly "Finish Line Section" for each new member you referred.

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"Top Ten Recruiters" will have their picture published in the Vestnik.

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Top five lodges in Marathon production will receive $100 cash each.

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Next five top lodges will receive $50 cash each.

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Premium refund to lodge will increase as result of new members' life premium.

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New members will count toward 1995 Local Lodge Incentive Program.

(See Lodge Incentive Program)

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Team spirit will be fostered in lodge as members and sales representatives work together to procure new members.

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INFORMATION & CONTEST RULES

HOW DO YOU ENTER?

Any SPJST member, 18 years or older, can participate

• Furnish names of relatives, friends, neighbors, co-work-

and assist our Sales Representatives in getting new

ers, who are NOT members of SPJST. We encourage

members. Sales Representatives will participate only to

you to tell them that you are recommending them for

the extent that they will enroll new members. If a Sales

membership in your lodge and the valuable benefits

Representative is successful in writing a new member that

SPJST has to offer.

you referred (with coupon), your name will be entered in

• Complete a Summer Marathon '95 Membership Form

drawing for cash one time for each new member referred

and return to SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple,

by you. (Supreme Lodge

Texas 76503 or to a local lodge sales representative.

Officers, Directors, Home

(Sales Representatives will have extra forms available.)

Office Employees, and

• Coupon must be attached to application written by

their families are not

Sales Representative. (Coupon appears on page three of

eligible.)

this week's Vestnik.)