Vestnik 1996 09 04

Changing to meet the needs of fraternalists.

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

SPJST Herald Official Publication Of The Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas, Founded 1897 HUMANITY

BENEVOLENCE

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SUPREME LODGE, SPJST, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 September 4, 1996 ISSN-07458800 VOLUME 84 NUMBER 34

Sister Betty Martinek

Lodge 92, Fort Worth member thriving at "Grand Age of 96"

SPJST "Olympics '96" Membership Drive SPJST members are encouraged to be a part of the SPJST "Olympics '96" Membership Drive. "Recruiters" and par-

The SPJST congratulates Sister Betty Martinek, who will celebrate her 97th birthday on September 24, 1996. She received her "Age 96" certificate last year entitling her to all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessments.

ster Si Betty Martinek was born in Williamson County, Texas on September 24, 1899.

She was one of three children born to Anton and Frances Hess Martinec, who Betty Martinek immigrated to Texas from what is now the Czech Republic. Her sister, Millie Grove, and brother, Raymond Martinec, are deceased.

Born and raised in the country, Betty married Brother Charlie Martinec in 1916 in Ennis, Texas. They had two children, Anna Mae George and a son, Joseph who died in 1975.

In 1919, the Martinek family moved from the Ennis area to a farm near Fort Worth. "It was a wonderful childhood," recalls daughter Anna Mae. "There was a lot of love in the house. There wasn't a lot of money, but we were rich because we had each other."

Something else that the Martinek family valued was their membership in Lodge 92, Fort Worth. Both Sister Betty and Brother Charlie enjoyed the fun and friendship that grew out of frequenting dances at their local lodge hall.

In his later years, Brother Martinek took a job as a steel worker in Fort Worth.

He passed away in 1964.

"I think back to when I was a little girl and the times I would just sit there and

watch her sew," says Anna Mae, recollecting her mother's patience. "She would piddle back and forth with the adjustments on the sewing machine until everything was just right. And all the while — very softly — she would sing."

Strong in her faith, Betty continues to enjoy good health and lives in Fort Worth with her daughter. Although her arthritis keeps her from sewing and baking, it hasn't kept her from enjoying the close relationship that she has with her three grandchildren and great-granddaughter.

In addition, she enjoys the company of her extended family that includes many close friends who affectionately refer to her as "Granny." She also enjoys reading and watching television game shows — especially Wheel of Fortune.

Once again, the SPJST congratulates Sister Betty Martinek on achieving the Grand Age of 96.

—SPJST-

ticipating lodges become eligible for prizes. See back page of this week's Vestnik for contest information, rules and a coupon that you can use today for recommending new members for membership in the SPJST!

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE 1996 SPJST GRADUATES

ROBERT LEE THURMOND

BRANDON PECHAL

JASON CRAIG SKRASEK

MATTHEAU ALAN FORD

Robert is a member of Lodge 148, El Maton and a graduate of Tidehaven High School. He is the son of Chedeva Thurmond and the beloved Robert Thurmond and the grandson of Frank W. Hahn, Sr. and the beloved Dorothy Hahn.

Robert plans to pursue a career as a commercial air pilot and specialize in crop dusting.

Brandon is a member of Lodge 24, Cyclone and a graduate of Rogers High School. He is the son of Larry and Darlene Pechal and the grandson of Clarence and Pauline Psencik and Joe Pechal and the greatgrandson of Adolph Stepan.

Brandon's plans to attend Texas State Technical College.

Jason is a member of Lodge 92, Fort Worth and a graduate of Richland High School. He is the son of John and Karen Skrasek and the grandson of Vernon and Gail Drewa and the late John and Helen Skrasek.

Jason plans to attend Abilene Christian College where he will pursue a career in the engineering field.

Mattheau is a member of Lodge 13, Dime Box and a graduate of Dime Box High School. He is the son of Richard and Doris Ford and the grandson of Joyce Ford and Ethel Monroe.

Jason plans to attend Blinn College and then Texas A&M University where he will major in Accounting.

2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, September 4, 1996

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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Good Service Counts In a survey by the Forum Corporation of 2,3 74 customers from 14 organizations, more than 40 percent listed poor service as the number one reason for switching to a competitor. Only 8 percent listed price.

Conclusion: People are more concerned about how they are treated than about getting the absolute best price.

-Total Quality Customer Service

by Jim Temme Is it just me, or does it seem like good service is getting harder to find? For instance, just last week at the grocery store, I asked a clerk if he could help me locate the Kool-Aid. Without hesitation, he responded, "I don't know. You need to ask someone else."

That's not what I wanted to hear; nevertheless, I found another clerk who pointed me to the appropriate aisle. I made my purchase and left the store. Maybe it wasn't that big of a deal; still, I don't plan to go back any time soon.

Somewhere in that little story is a lesson: We live in a buyer's market. And in a buyer's market, good service is at least as important as the product itself. The same rule applies to the financial products and fraternal activities that SPJST offers. To grow and prosper, we must be ever responsive to the needs and concerns of our members. That's where each of us - as active members - can make a positive difference.

With the SPJST's 100th anniversary fast approaching, now is the time to get our local lodges motivated and into action. Let's think back to our childhood and recall some of the challenges that we overcame and the great sense of joy and accomplishment that we experienced.

When was the last time you felt such elation at your local lodge? Sometimes it seems like life's exhilarating challenges get crowded out of our schedule by the need to plug away at routine tasks.

The first step to achieving excellent customer service and a new level of progress in our centennial year is making a conscious effort to break the ties that bind us. One place to start is by identifying the factors that work against our fraternal system: There is no room for selfishness. Rather, let us concentrate our energies on those things which bring strength to the body of our lodges.

Strong lodges united by a common cause are the building blocks of a strong fraternal society.

Second, let us take this new world and its challenges head on. May we accept the initiative at all levels to evaluate and modernize our policies, procedures and programs to accommodate the changing needs of our members. Lodge meetings and activities can be so much more than just fulfilling ritual obligations to retain

our fraternal charter. The lodge system will work if we work it ... It's wonderful to see and hear how many of our local lodges and lodge members, who are active in various civic, heritage and cultural groups, are demonstrating the initiative to make good things happen in their community and throughout the state.

Our lodge and district meetings can be places where new ideas are born and expressed, plans are made and executed, and where interest is shown in community affairs and human welfare. May we rededicate ourselves to thinking of the lodge as a unit for service. Let us lift our vision and see that there is an opportunity for service to others as well as to our members.

Let us appeal to the minds and hearts of our members in the spirit of fraternalism. We have a wonderful opportunity in our lodges to provide members of all ages with a place where they can have wholesome fun and recreation. A place where they can experience the meaning of our watchwords - benevolence, humanity and brotherhood. We have the facilities, the manpower and the resources. May we bring them all together in 1997 and set the stage for our next century.

We must also work in the coming weeks and months to ensure the financial security of our members. One of the cornerstones of our Society is founded in our insurance programs. We must continue to pursue an active program of providing adequate coverage for our members.

One of the great services that we can render our members is to help them against the day when help is needed the most It has been said before, but it bears repeating: The SPJST has an abundance of talented members to carry on the work that the pioneers and leaders of our fraternal society started. May we realize the great potential that we possess. By setting and maintaining high standards in our local lodges we increase our potential for success. By establishing organizational goals and objectives and by working together in the spirit of brotherhood, we will achieve new heights as a fraternal benefit society.

As previously stated, we live in a buyer's market. By continually striving to provide excellent service, we will present ourselves and the SPJST in the best possible light. Your ideas and input on

"To grow and prosper, we must be ever responsive to the needs and concerns of our members."

this subject are encouraged.

As Sam Would Say ...

"You gotta get out there. You have to talk to the people. You have to listen to them mostly. You have to make them know that this is a partnership."

-Sam Walton Wal-Mart Founder

Wednesday, September 4, 1996--VESTNIK/3

Consistency Club Correction

DISTRICT III Lodge 183, Arlington

September 28 October 6 October 20 October 26 October 27 November 16

SPJST Sales Class at Lodge 25, Ennis, 7 p.m.

25th Czech Fest at Lodge 84, Dallas Anniversary Celebration at Lodge 180, Burleson SPJST Sales Class at Lodge 92, Fort Worth, 7 p.m.

SPJST Sales Class at Lodge 6, Cottonwood, 7 p.m.

Kolache Festival, Caldwell Youth Leader Quarterly Reports due to Home Office District Two Fall Fun Day at Lodge 29, Taylor Czech Heritage Day Celebration at Lodge 92, Fort Worth District Five Fall Meeting at Lodge 139, Danbury Golf Tournament at Hilltop Lakes Resort, sponsored by Lodge 189, Bryan - College Station Fall District Youth Counselor Meeting Texas Cultural Partnership Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas — Dallas, Texas Tenth Annual Gulf Coast Czech Festival at Lodge 172, Pasadena District Four/CHS Czech Fest at Lodge 49, Rowena Czech Day at Lodge 88, Houston State Volleyball Tournament

Be There! This year's meeting is going to be packed with fun . . .

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Planning to buy or to build?

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

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES

(Certificates Issued Prior to 4-1-93)

5.25% Annualized Effective 8-1-96 through 10-31-96

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

6.25% Annualized Effective 8-1-96 through 10-31-96

INTEREST RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE 7.00% Annualized Effective 8-1-96 through 10-31-96

RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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 Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 8.75% for 10 years 9.00 % for 11 to 15 years

Contests

• Kolache* • Quilt* • Christmas Ornament for Youth** • Pool Tournament*** (in lieu of horseshoe contest) Must be 18 years of age or older • to participate. See guidelines below. ** See your lodge youth leader for details. *** Must be 16 years of age or older to participate. Guidelines will be furnished at the meeting.

Quilt Contest Rules

—SPJST-

ANNUITY I

lodge secretary for the work schedule.

. . . for everyone!

For an update of Czech classes being offered around the state, please refer to page 19 of this week's Vestnik.

INTEREST RATES

Look Out District Two! Fall Fun Day is Coming September 15 Fall Fun Day is fast approaching.

Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 15, 1996, at Lodge 29, Taylor.

This year's meeting is going to be packed with fun for everyone! We have a theme this year which is the Olympics. We are asking that everyone wear something red, white and blue or a combination of the colors. Of course, this is not mandatory, but the more that participate the more fun we will have.

Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates September 4 September 8 September 8 September 10 September 11 September 14 September 15 September 15 September 21 September 22 September 22

Around the Districts

ANGELINE STIBOREK

Editor's Note: My apologies to Sister Angeline Stiborek, sales representative for Lodge 183, Arlington. Her photograph appeared on the back cover of last week's Vestnik where she was incorrectly identified as a member of Lodge 25, Ennis. Thanks for your attention to this correction —and "hats off" to Sister Stiborek for your accomplishment. Keep up the good work

The day will begin with registration starting at 1 p.m. The District Two Youth Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. and the adult meeting will begin at 2 p.m. We have several activities planned and those will start immediately after the short business session and last until 4:30 p.m. Door prizes, contest winners, raffle ticket winners, and the winners of the youth club's silent auction will be announced after the games just prior to the evening meal.

The entries in the kolache contest will be auctioned at this time; therefore, we are asking that each participant supply 12 kolaches for the contest. Lodge 29 has again prepared a wonderful menu of delicious items to serve our District Two members at the evening meal which will start after the games and contest announcements. The cost of the evening meal is $1 per person.

Each person registering before 2 p.m. will receive 20 free game tickets. Those who register after the meeting has been called to order will not receive free tickets but can purchase tickets at a cost of ten for $1. Additional tickets can be purchased for the same cost.

We are trying something new this year—a Pool Tournament.

So, all you pool sharks and wannabe pool sharks need to come and show us your stuff.

This will be held in lieu of the horseshoe tournament.

Here's a list of activities planned for the day:

Four Country Stores • Each family should bring canned goods and baked items.

• Lodges will be supplying volunteers to work the stores—check with your

Spread the Good Word!

1. Must be an SPJST member, 18 years of age or older.

2. Quilt top must be made by an individual.

3. May be pieced or applique.

4. May not re-enter winning quilt.

Kolache Contest Rules 1. The SPJST Kolache Baking Contest is open to all SPJST members of nonprofessional status. Nonprofessionals are considered those who do not sell kolaches through a bakery or other establishment.

2. Kolaches must be made from scratch, using yeast dough.

3. Entries must consist of 12 averagesize kolaches of the same filling on a disposable tray or plate.

4. Kolache entries must be made by one person, no team entries.

5. All kolaches may be sold after the event and proceeds will be donated to the District Fund.

6. Winner must be present at the announcement of awards.

7. The first place winner may compete the following year. Only one entry per person per contest.

District Youth Club Silent Auction The District Youth Club will be raising funds and are accepting items with $10 value for those individuals or lodges that wish to donate. Contact Patsy Koslovsky, District Two Youth Counselor.

Monetary donations to the district will be accepted to help defray the cost of the fall meeting. Contact me at my home number 1-512-7592625 after 6 p.m. if you or your lodge wish to donate.

Remember, wear red, white or blue (if you like) and let's have some fun on September 15.

Fraternally, Sharon Holman District Two SeCretary —SPJST-

The possibilities for news stories about your local lodge and its members abound — especially in the many weekly and community newspapers which are published around the state.

It's important that we work to make the local media aware of our lodge's current activities. You may not make the headlines every time; however, the exposure that you receive creates an added interest in your local lodge on the part of both inactive and prospective members. Got any questions? Please give us a call!

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, September 4, 1996

District Five Fall Meeting Set for September 22 All District Five members are invited to attend the Fall Meeting being held in Danbury, Texas, at the city park.

Registration for the horseshoe pitching, needlework, and pastry contests will begin at 11 a.m. The youth club will have the Chrstimas ornament contest.

Please plan to attend this fun-filled day. A brief meeting will be held at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be served from 12 until 1:30 p.m. We are looking forward to a great day and it can only be possible with your presence. So come on

out for good clean fun.

Please note rule changes for the kolache contest as first place winners may compete the following year. Also, changes in the quilt contest are first place winners may compete the following year, but not by reentering the previously winning item.

We look forward to seeing everyone.

Fraternally, Fred C. Buri District Five FAC —SPJST-

District Five Family Fun Day September 22 at Lodge 139, Danbury

these programs which may include dancing Czech folk dances and singing Czech songs. Czech families can enjoy sociaV izing with each other in order to meet other Czechs through such activities as covered-dish dinners featuring Czech food. Czechs can get'Czech language classes organized in their community, where both parents and children attend, resulting in children becoming interested in the language.

Helping children preserve their Czech culture becomes the responsibility of the parents, schools and communities. The best legacy grandparents and parents can leave their children is to help them preserve their ethnicity and be proud of being Czech, having a Czech name, and being a Czech-American.

Janice Lindemann Swope

SPJST-

Czech Culture Society Special Event Update American

Dear Members and Guests, The District Five Family Fun Day will be September 22, 1996, at Lodge 139, Danbury. Registration for the contestskolache, needlework (handmade), horseshoes, and youth Christmas ornaments— is at 11 a.m.

The youth will be selling items in their booths. We will have a short meeting at 11:30 a.m., followed by a social at noon and a covered dish meal from 12 to 1 p.m. The meat and drinks will be furnished by the district.

All you have to bring is a covered dish, pastry or door prize for the spin wheel. Sister Clara Broz and John Broz from Lodge 88 will be in charge of the spin wheel. If you cannot make plans to come, you can leave your items with her at Lodge 88.

There will also be a watermelon con-

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test to raise extra money for the youth for the HEB camp. Each year, the youth go there to camp and HEB camp does not charge for the use of the facility. Any lodge or person who wants to donate towards the HEB camp may do so.

We will also have door prizes during the day.

So dress comfortably for a fun day.

Circle the date—Sunday, September 22.

Come out and have fun with your fraternal brothers and sisters and friends.

Watch the Vestnik for a map to Lodge 139, Danbury.

Invite a friend and bring them out.

See you all at Lodge 139, Danbury on September 22, 1996, at 11 a.m. or so.

Fraternally yours, Evelyn Mikeska, F.I.C. District Five President

—SPJST-

Volleyball Tournament Set for November 16

The SPJST State Volleyball Tournament is Saturday, November 16, 1996. The tournament begins at 9:30 a.m.

The categories are: Category A: Adult—Spiking Category B: Adult—Non-Spiking Category A: Youth—Spiking Category B: Youth—Non-Spiking The youth division will consist of members ages 14 to 17. However, young people may also play in the adult division, which will consist of members ages 14 to adult.

Prizes to be awarded in each category are:

First Place—$75 and trophy Second Place—$60 and trophy Third Place—$50 and trophy For more information or for a registration form, please call Frank at 1-800-7277578 or write: State Fraternal Activities Coordinator P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503.

We encourage all lodges to participate in this tournament.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky, State FAC —SPJST-

Readers Write Reader Encourages Participation in Czech Heritage Week Children are our most precious treasures and they are the key to revitalization of our interest in the preservation of our Czech culture in Texas and in the nation. With the passage of the Czech Heritage Week Resolution in 1995 by the Texas State Legislature, we, as Czechs, have been given a window of opportunity to preserve our Czech culture, history, traditions, customs and language.

We must help our Czech children discover their Czech ethnicity and learn about

their history, culture, traditions and language. We, as Czechs, need to take the initiative to encourage the teaching of Czech history and culture in the school curriculum and being included in school textbooks.

We need to encourage cohesiveness among Czechs with the central focus being on Czech groups supporting Czech groups. Czech groups, including fraternal organizations and church groups, could unite and together approach the city fathers, school boards members and administrators to proclaim Czech Heritage Week on October 20-26, 1996, in each community.

Czechs can unite and plan programs which include children and families with the emphasis on children performing at

As you may or may not know, the formation of the American Czech Culture Society in the Metroplex area some 55 plus years ago had as its main objective "To maintain and uphold the Czech heritage of our forefathers so that our future generations will be able to enjoy and perpetuate that heritage as a part of the American way of life." (Quoted from the Constitution and By-Laws of the American Czech Culture Society.)

To that end, the ACCS sought out the State Fair of Texas as the place to gather as many people of Czech descent as possible on one day to celebrate what has come to be known as "Czech Day at the State Fair of Texas." For 55 years this has been a wonderful event with food, music, dancing and entertainment offered to our own communities as well as to all Fair visitors.

Last February, rumors began to surface that there would be no more "ethnic days" at the Fair; then an article appeared in the Dallas Morning News on February 19 which confirmed this rumor. None of the ethnic groups who had formerly had special days at the Fair would be allowed a place to gather.

At that time, our president, Bertha Podhrasky, made contact with a group from the German community, and made arrangements for a meeting. The meeting resulted in each groups' decision to write a letter to the Star Fair officials seeking some information on the reason for the cancellations. The letters were ignored, but as a result, several other groups were contacted and another meeting was called for March 14. A letter was drafted to ask for a meeting with State Fair officials, and signed by representatives of 25 fraternal/cultural/ethnic societies. This group, for lack of a better name, became the "Texas Cultural Partnership," consisting of German, Norwegian, Italian and Czech representatives. The Partnership received a letter from Errol McKoy, president of the State Fair board, ignoring our request for a meeting and emphasizing the courtesies the Fair had extended to us in the past.

Decision was made to meet again on May 16, but before that meeting took place, a reporter from the Dallas Morning News (to whom we had sent a copy of our letter) called several representatives of the Partnership to find out what was happening. After an article appeared in the Dallas Morning News on May 5 entitled "New coalition begins

pushing State Fair to restore ethnic days" and sub-titled "Officials cite traditions' cost; coalition considering next step."

McKoy then asked for a meeting.

Larry Laznovsky, Justine Yeager, Steve Ogden, Vincenza Biondi, and Ida Schulz attended this meeting with McKoy and Vice President Nancy Wiley in which the Fair apologized for the lack of communication the groups experienced in not being notified of the Fair's decision to cancel events. (No letter had been received by any of the groups until after the February 19 article in the Dallas Morning News. When notification was made, it came in the form of a memo with no letterhead, no date and no signature by any State Fair official.) At a later date, each of the groups received a letter of apology from the fair.

The Fair offered several venues for our special performances. They suggested that we might want to hold a function at the Hall of State, which the State Fair has no control over. We would be dealing directly with the Dallas Historical Society, who are caretakers for the Hall of State. They stated that the Fair would provide stages for activities, publicity (which had not been provided in several years), places on the calendar, etc.. basically everything except a tent as before. We would have to rent our "home place." At the conclusion of the meeting, we invited them to a meeting of the Partnership on May 16, but they declined.

A few days later, this small group plus two other representatives met with Steve Parker at the Hall of State and discussed the possible use of the building and plaza on October 6, a date previously agreed upon by the Partnership. Rental fees were listed, rules and regulations regarding use of the building, etc. were agreed upon, and the date secured.

Since that time numerous meetings have taken place, plans have been made, and all is proceeding at a fast pace, since time is now growing short. The representatives of the ACCS have agreed to participate with the other three groups, and have pledged up to $1,500 to be used as our part of the presentation.

At this time we are writing to you to seek some financial assistance, either in the form of advertising in a printed program, which will be distributed to hundreds of people at the State Fair, or in the form of a contribution, which will be noted in this program. To advertise in the program, please call (214) 321-3300.

If you wish to be a part of this event, we encourage you to let us know your wishes. The event will not be "Czech Day" as we have known it but will be a day of gathering of cultural/ethnic groups who refuse to let their respective heritages die because of a decision by a few people at the State Fair of Texas who do not know how important our heritages are to us.

This will be an outstanding panorama of food, music, dancing, and displays . a "mosaic" of nations rather than a "melting pot" of people.

We invite you to join us, whether in a monetary way or better still, with your presence!

Ida Schulz, Secretary --SPJST-

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Lodge Letters Section Lodge 4, Hallettsville to Meet. September 22 Dear Members, A reminder that our monthly meeting date has been changed from the usual second Sunday of the month to Sunday, September 22 at the Youth Center beginning at 3 p.m. instead of 2 p.m.

Lunch will be served and door prizes given.

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST-

6, Cottonwood Reports on August Meeting

Lodge

Our meeting was called to order by President John Krizan. The pledge was said by all attending. The minutes were read and approved.

We had 25 members present with a brief meeting. There were no birthdays in August.

The $5 plus prize was won by George Straten; the $10 prize was won by Raymond Soukup (not present); and $5 was won by Barbara Mechell (not present).

The Westfest is around the corner.

They need help at the Westfest booth so if you can, drop by and give them a hand.

Our next meeting is Sunday, September 8 .

Jerelene Lenart Reporter —SPJST-

9, Snook Youth Club to Honor Grandparents Lodge

Come join us on Sunday, September 15, 1996, at 3:30 p.m. for a Grandparent's Day program and reception in honor of all grandparents. This will be at the Snook Brethren Church Fellowship Hall in Snook, Texas. The event is sponsored

by Snook SPJST Youth Club.

—SPJST-

Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard to Meet September 8 Lodge

Dear Members, A reminder: This next Sunday,

Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of July, 1996 Bonds Certificate Loans Mortgage Loans Common Stock Preferred Stock Certificate of Deposit Furniture and Office Equipment Annuities Flex Annuities Withdrawal Bonus Death Claims Double Indemnity Matured Endowments Refund to Lodges Surrender Value Bond Expense Reinsurance Actuary Advertising Appraisal Expense Commission District Youth Counselors Society Automobile Expense Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Liability Insurance Medical Exams Outside Legal Service Expense Non-Medical Exams Membership Dues Office Maintenance Office Rent Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Organizational Expense Salaries Office Supplies Supreme Lodge Meeting Tax: FICA, TEC and FUTA Telephone Travel—Officers and Directors Travel—State Field Manager/SFR Travel—Editor

$

DEBITS 347,671.32 16,566.53 7,308.02 399,935.00

CREDITS

49,935.00 490,099.94 603.86 5,995.91 409,218.65 358.28 116,562.60 5,000.00 11,404.00 51,544.36 39,282.85 120.00 18,079.44 150.00 1,715.18 3,854.01 27,949.21 7,204.30 3,205.44 4,225.86 20,848.15

Pictured above are members of Lodge 6 Cottonwood who received certificates recognizing their contributions of 100 fraternal acts of service. Pictured, from left, front are: Esther Malina, Ruth Krizan, Willie Mae Schuetz, Hattie Kashka, Georgie Skerik, Bill Skerik and Lydia Dobecka. BACK: Cyrill Svrcek, Christine Svrcek, Christine Matus, Alphons Soukup, Lucille Sulk, George Sulak, Jerelene Lenart, George Straten, Ernest Bezdek, Evelyn Bezdek, Peggy Dobecka and Robert Dobecka. Not pictured are: Irene and Robert Schimentz, Bobby Dobecka, Barbara Hykel and Johnnie Krizan, who was taking the photograph.

September 8, the September monthly meeting will convene at 2 p.m. in the ground floor meeting room at 106 Leveridge Street.

The fraternal hour buffet luncheon with its standard fare will start after the business meeting.

To the faithful: See you Sunday and this writer remains— Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval President —SPJSTResearch & Development Youth Activities District Youth Allocations Office Rent Home Account Expense SPJST Scholarship Annuities Dividends Mortgage Loan Expense REO Expense Convention Annuity Withdrawal Expense Miscellaneous Mortgage Loan Income UL Withdrawal Expense Escrow Bond Interest Certificate Loan Interest Certificate of Deposit Interest Mortgage Loan Interest Premiums Royalties and Minerals Increase in Bonds by Amort.

Prem. Income-Paid-Up Additions Application Fee

Lodge 38, Kovar Invites Everyone to Dinner and Auction This Sunday Everyone is invited to a dinner and country auction on Sunday, September 8 at the Kovar SPJST Hall in Kovar, Texas.

The cafeteria-style dinner will be served at 11:30 a.m. The dinner will con-

3,263.16 8,854.82 2,600.00 6,000.00 5,661.90 145.00 455,196.25 2,398.80 453.44 7,949.50 18,312.18 315.54 1,451.01 147.90 6,192.00 578.926.42 11,022.73 7,545.63 197,329.24 303,090.89 8,420.34 1,879.87 35,184.14 7,081.25 $1,679,787.57

11.75 2,369.31 666.80 634.04 4,490.52 8,871.19 6,000.00 5,248.26 5,000.00 2,912.77 80,860.33 462.84 1,221.20 10,466.53 3,368.55 405.59 773.48 138.19

Thanks for Giving

Cash Balance 6-30-96 Credits Debits

$ 447,371.52 2,162,373.70+ 1,679,787.57-

Cash Balance

$ 929,957.65

7-31-96

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

$ 929,957.65 81,906,056.23 26,951,167.48 1,803,218.85 1,496,547.81 1,094,341.24 756,755.80 139,017.94 76,939.19

240,430.45 $115,394,432.64

Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary —SPJ ST-

$2,162,373.70

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, September 4, 1996 silt of fried chicken, stew, and all the trimmings. Plates to go will also be available. The dinner is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12 years. Food will be available until it is sold out.

The auction begins at 1:30 p.m.

—SPJST-

66, Waco Reports on August Meeting Lodge

The regular meeting of LOdge 66 was held on August 18 with President John Engelke presiding. Flags were presented

by Sandra Trickett,. Candice McAdams and Alicia Neslony. Justin Engelke led the SPJST Motto. Members stood for a moment of silence in memory of our deceased members, Sister Jennifer Lee Steinocher, Sister Lydia Grossman and Brother Marion Miller. May they rest in peace. We extend our deepest and sincere sympathy to these families.

Sister Dana McAdams reviewed information relenting to the position of Czech Culture and Language:Liason. Also, Brother John Engelke reviewed information and a brochure from the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas on the organization of a Czech Chair at Texas A&M University.

Lucille Cervenka, Entertainment Committee Chairman, reported since the month of September is the anniversary of Lodge 66, a special meal of fried chicken will he served. Members are requested to bring a vegetable dish or a salad.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Mary Alice Langlotz reported 22 adult members and five youth attended the August 22 game night. George Pauling won the door prize. The next game night will be September 9. Mary Alice asked that everyone try to come out. Everyone has fun. She announced on November 16, the State Volleyball Tournament would be held at the Temple Recreation Center.

She discussed the incentive awards and all were encouraged to attend and to compete in the various contests at the District Three fall meeting to he held on October 27. The goal for 1997 is to award 100 scholarships in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the SPJST. February 1, 1997, is the deadline to complete applications. The 100 pennies drive will begin on October 1. Also, now is the time to begin the selection of Fraternalist of the Year.

The Cheer and Condolence Committee report was given by Emma Ceska. Get-well cards were sent to Lucille Cervenka and Ben Pustejovsky.

Sympahty cards were sent to Mrs. Betty Steinocher on the death of her daughter, Sister Jennifer L. Steinocher; to Sister Polly Gaidusek on the death of her sister, Otillie Gerik; to Sister Leona Nors on the death of her sister, Mary Domesle; to Sister Bernell Bezanson and Brother Wiliam Gaskamp on the death of their mother, Mrs. Erma Gaskamp; to Sister Frances Ender on the death of her husband, Ervin Ender; and to Brother Henry Grossman on the death of his wife, Sister Lydia Grossman. To all these families, we extend our sincerest sympathy.

Brother Jerry Kucera reported that 21 more new members were needed to obtain our goal of 50 new members for 1996. He said with everyone helping, we can get this done and would receive the Platinum Award. He outlined the details of the membership drive. Cash and other awards will be made to the lodge mem-

ber, sales representative and for the lodge for recommending new members.

Brother Kucera announced plans have been finalized for a "battle dance" at Linden Hall on Sunday, September 29 from 2 to 7 p.m, featuring the Vanek Polka Band from Dallas and Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five. Admission will be $6 per perosn.

Sister Libbie Parma reported merit awards would be presented at the regular lodge meeting on September 15 and encouraged all youth members to attend.

New members accepted were Renee Aviles, Irene Ortiz, Lori Beth Ortiz, Mary Andria Ortiz, Mary Ann Ortiz, Alberto Ortiz, Jr., Mitchell Dain Tyra and Susan May Tyra. We welcome you and hope you will join us at meetings and participate in our activities.

The Christmas party was discussed.

Members voted to change the date of the party to Sunday, December 8 at Linden Hall. A catered meal will be served.

Watch for more details from the Entertainment Committee.

Lodge 66 has started forming volleyball teams and if any Lodge 66 member is interested in playing in the State Volleyball Tournament to be held in Temple on November 16, please contact Geroge Pauling at (817) 754-7633 or John Engelke at (817) 799-4247. There will he spiking and non-spiking categories in the adult category and in the youth (ages 14 to 17) category. Prizes to he awarded in each category will be $75, $60, and $50, plus a trophy.

Congratulations and best wishes to State King Justin Engelke and to State Duke Douglas Gailer, and to the following youth of Lodge 66 for their participation and achievements in all levels of activities and for their achievement on the State level:

Ages 9 to 11 Amanda Neslony Second Place Science and Education Jodie McAdams, Jr. Third Place Handicrafts Third Place Hobby Kits

Ages 12 to 14 Sandra Trickett Third Place Special Category Justin Engelke First Place Foods Second Place Special Category Third Place Constructed Items Also, congratulations to Sandra Trickett on her essay on Flag Day which she read during the meeting; also to Dakota Yates who was presented the District Three Little Mr. SPJST plaque; and to Jesika Tierce who was presented the Youth Achievement Award in appreciation for her time, efforts, hard work and dedication. In response, Jesika said she will miss the youth club activities.

She will be attending Navarro Junior College and we all wish her the best in the future.

Diana Engelke, Youth Leader, reported on their meeting with 13 youth present and one visitor, Makala Yates. There were many things going on during the last month and the youth have been working very hard. Some of the activities included operation of the kitchen; working on Tom Wats sales as a fund raiser; made donations of melons to the Moody Nursing Home; making plans to work on float decorations for Westfest; planning trips to Fiesta Texas and Astroworld; and attending the workshop for youth at the Bell Expo Center.

The door prize winner was Robert Seith and Jesika Tierce won in the 50-50 club. Members present celebrating birth-

days were Gladys Pustejovsky, Johnnie Gaidusek and Dorothy Veselka. Happy Birthday to each of you and also to our members having August birthdays who were unable to attend.

The next meeting will be Sunday, September 15. Please made plans to attend this meeting which begins at 2:30 p.m.

Emma N. Ceska, Reporter —SPJST-

Pokrok, No. 84, Dallas Invites Everyone to 25th Czech Fest Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Sunday, September 8 is coming soon.

We invite you to our 25th Annual Czech Fest. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and a real Czech dinner will be catered by Bessie Petr starting at 12:30 p.m. The price will be $6.50 per adult and $3.50 per child (ages 12 and under).

Various booths will include the country store, gift, pastry, cake walk, and others. Donations will be appreciated, such as groceries for the teen country store, gifts, new and old or home-canned goods, pastry for the booth and for dinner. We need your favorite cake for the fun cake walk.

There will be a free dance starting at 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Music will be by the

Vanek Czech Band.

Drawing for the 26 prizes listed on the tickets we sent to our members will be done several times during the afternoon.

Come see if you are one of the lucky ones. If you cannot come and bring your tickets, please mail them and your check to the lodge.

Please note we will have a dance on Saturday, September 7 from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Jodie Mikula Band will play.

We will have the gift booths open for early shopping. Do come.

We look forward and hope this 25th Fest will he our best yet. So, make plans now to join in the fun of our Czech Heritage—eat, drink and be merry.

Fraternally, Evelyn Salac Lodge Secretary —SPJST-

84, Dallas Invites Members to Activities Lodge

Jodie Mikula Dance on September 7 Our next dance will he September 7.

Jodie Mikula will he playing for the evening. Did you hear about their recognition in Branson? We always enjoy their music very much.

Czech Fest is September 8!

Perhaps the gift shop will have items on display at the Saturday dance so you can shop early.

We can use items for the gift shop, country store, booths, and pastry for the cake walk and, of course, for our dinner.

There will he entertainment for all ages.

Bessie's Catering Service will prepare our feast for the day. You won't be disappointed! The day will end with a free dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Music will be by the Al Vanek Band.

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Member Lawrence J. Elzner to Retire from Navy Lawrence J. Elzner, CTR1 (SW), United States Navy, will be honored with a retirement ceremony at the Fleet Combat Training Center in San Diego, California, on September 13 at 10 a.m.

Larry is retiring with 20 years service. He will remain in San Diego, California, and work in Communications. Larry went into the Navy after graduating high school.

Larry is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Elzner of Corpus Christi. His parents will attend the ceremony and then visit friends on the West Coast.

Larry and his parents are members of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi.

Submitted by, Jerry Elzner —SPJST--

Come and have a fun and relaxing day. Bring friends with you and introduce them to some of our Czech activities.

Bossier City Trip Set for September 18 The trip to Bossier City will be Wednesday, September 18. The bus will leave from 2625 Floyd Street at 6:30 a.m. and will leave Bossier City at 6:30 p.m.

The bus will arrive hack at the lodge at approximately 10 p.m. Cost is $25 per person and will have the usual amenities.

Coffee, juice, rolls or doughnuts will be served on the bus. Reservations can be made by contacting Wanda Petr at (214) 352-4397 or Justine Yeager at (214) 8270920.

See you at Czech Fest!

Fay Rejcek, FAC —SPJST-

84, Dallas Reports on August Meeting

Lodge

Dear Members, Our meeting opened with members reciting the pledge to our flag. President Yeager welcomed a visitor, Brother Jerry Kucera. She urged him to explain about getting new members and what incentive this holds to all members who help secure them. He wished unwell with this project and success with our upcoming Czech Fest on September 8.

Correspondence was received from the Czech Heritage Society, Supreme Lodge, Czech Edcuation Foundation of Texas and Fellowship of Texas.

Committee Reports Secretary Salac reported on the Special Committee as well as the Living Memorial.

Sister Tydlasta presented the Sunshine Committee report. She sent get-well cards to Brother Louis Slovak, Brother Daniel Coker, Brother Leo Rejcek, Sister Annie Petr, and Sister Alicia Jarred.

Sympathy cards were sent to Brother David Dybala on the loss of his motherin-law; Sister Rosemary Zabojnik on the loss of her mother; Sister Vicki Kohn on the loss of her aunt; and Brother Ed Tyroch on the loss of his brother.

Wednesday, September 4,

Sister Wanda Petr presented the.

Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council report.

She reported the meeting was set for September 12 at KJT-Ennis at 7:30 p.m.

Chairman Salac presented the House Committee report. They checked or repaired or had repaired the fire extinguishers and the air conditioner was repaired. The fan that went bad will be replaced.

FAC Rejcek reported on dues and donations sent in.

Bossier City Trip is September 18 Well, it's final—the trip to Bossier City, Louisiana, is September 18 with the bus leaving the lodge at 6:30 a.m. and leaving Boosier City at 6:30 p.m. The deadline to reserve a seat on the bus is FridaY, September 13. Remember all that fun coming and going last year? If not, call Wanda Petr at 352-4397. She will refresh any memories of the day that have escaped as well as details for this trip.

President Yeager reported on the "Heritage Day at the Texas State Fair which will be celebrated at the Hall of State. She promised more information as it reaches her and the planning committee.

Remember on September 7, the Jody Mikula Band plays here from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The day following (Sunday) is our Czech Fest. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with a Czech dinner catered

by Bessie's Catering starting at 12:30 p.m. The dinner will consist of roast pork, buttered potatoes, green beans, saurkraut, salad, pastry, rolls, coffee or tea. The pastry will be donated by lodge members. We ask for their favorite to be brought so it is sure to please and we thank them.

Keep in mind that donations for this fund raiser are appreciated. Come for dinner and stay for games, the cake walk, country store, gift booth, etc. Then from 3 to 6 p.m., enjoy the Vanek Czech Band.

It is a free dance, so ask your friends to join you here.

The following bands will be playing at Lodge 84: September 21

Country Boys October 19

Sulak Brothers Band November 2

Henry Rejcek Polka Band November 16

Vrazel Polka Band December 7 Czech Harvestors December 31—New Year's Eve Dance

Vrazel's Polka Band Last but not least, a big thank you, thank you! Brother Sid and Sister Justine Pokladnik hosted a dinner of barbecue and trimmings at Cedar Creek. If you were there then you know it was barbe-

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cue at its best. If you did not make the trip, you should have. Even the Editor and his lovely wife and children surprised everyone by coming. It was nice.

Our next lodge meeting is September 16. Will you attend?

Fraternally, Rose Scott

—SPJST-

88, Houston Birthday Sisters Report on August Meeting

Lodge

The meeting was called to order by President Kathy Trefell.

Minutes of the last meeting were read with one correction and approved.

The treasurer Lowrina Lindemann gave her report.

Sunshine Chairman Mary Kosut gave her report. Thanks, Mary, for a wonderful job.

Since the city has cracked down on organizations selling pies and cakes to the public, we cannot bring in these wonderful pastries from the SPJST membership for Czech Day observance. These were all donated, but we will have to buy them from a wholesaler, cutting down on our profits. Therefore, Flo Orsag will he at the September lodge meeting to collect donations for this purpose. See if you can "dig deep" and help us out.

Workers in the kitchen this week were Edna Froehlich and Margaret Spahr.

Thanks, ladies.

Cooks for September are Mary Krippner, Adella Kite and Bessie Dewer (who will be cooking for Evelyn Mikolas).

Birthday celebrants this month are Evelyn Gutkowski, Delores Condon, Betty Kulhanek, Georgia Buchanan, Edna Froehlich, Edna Wehring, and Josephine Pumilia.

Calcutta was won by Mary Kosut and Estelle Kelly.

Helen Hegwood led us in prayer before lunch was served.

Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Vice President —SPJST--

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88, Houston Annual Czech Day Celebration Sunday, October 27 Lodge

The Lodge 88 Czech Day will have a new format for the day's celebration. We will kick off the day by opening the festivities at 11 a.m. with Czech and American National Anthems sung by Helen Hegwood and Fred Buri, accompanied by Donna Merkle; introduction of State and District Five Royalty Queen Karen Bender and King Justin Miller and the performance of Lodge 88 Choral Club and Concert Orchestra.

Dinner, beginning at ,1.1 a.m., will consist of our famous turkey, dressing and the usual trimmings. Pastries will also be available.

For the dancers, there will be a free dance in the ballroom all afternoon. At 1 p.m., Bobby Homes Polka Band will provide the music until 4:30 p.m. At 5 p.m., there will be a grand march, instead of the usual Parade of Costumes, with music by the Vrazels until 9 p.m.

We are not discouraging those who like to wear their Czech costumes from wearing them but instead by having the Grand March, this will enable everyone to participate. In the past, fewer people were wearing their costumes and the parade of costumes has become very small.

For the outdoor activities, we plan to have many more and a variety of raffles and games for the entire family.

Make your plans to join us on October 27 for a fun-filled day.

Fraternally, Clara Broz, President —S PJ ST—

Lodge 88, Houston

Presents August 12 Meeting Minutes After ribbon cutting ceremonies to open the new building, President Clara Broz opened the meeting at 7:40 with Raymond Krampota and Sydney Jurchak presenting the colors and leading the Pledge of Allegiance.

Minutes were read and approved.

Correspondence consisted of a letter from the Home Office stating that a cookbook was being compiled for the 100th Anniversary of the SPJST and asking for recipes.

Officers' Reports President Broz thanked Willie Wehring for all his hard work on the new building. She announced plans for Czech Day and stated that help was needed and please say yes when called upon to help.

Nominations for Fraternalist of the Year will be at the September meeting. Susan Kelly, Melanie Spies, and Lawrence Mock were initiated by President Broz with First Vice President Marie Stayton reading the charge and a brief history of the SPJST. First Vice President Marie Stayton thanked the flag bearers and asked the Remuneration Committee to take next month's Flag Ceremonies. After reading from the Rules and Regulations, Duties of Members, she asked all members to volunteer their time.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Homer Alexander reported Fraternalist of

1996—VESTNIK/7

Lodge 87, Temple 50-year Member Recognition Set for September 11 Members and Friends, You are invited to SPJST Lodge 87, Temple to participate in a 50-year recognition celebration in honor of the following members: Emma Buckley Martha Chervenka Johnny Chervenka, Sr. Otto Kristinek, Jr. John Maruna, Jr. Henry Tyroch Marvin Vanicek

September 11, 1996 7:00 p.m.

Covered Dish Dinner Bring food for family and friends

Big Band Music For your dancing or listening pleasure the Year guidelines and procedures received and stated that forms must be returned by November 1. The state volleyball tournament will be November 16 in Temple. Registration is due by November 8. Thanks to all who donated clothes and glasses. The next AARP Defensive Driving Course is scheduled for September 5 and 6.

The youth leader's report was given

by Mariam Zalesky. She announced the winners at State YAD and thanked all who attended. She also thanked all who supported the youth on Thursday nights.

Committee Reports Entertainment Chairperson Donna Merkel announced Leo Majek playing August 25 and the Youth Club will serve hamburgers. Country and western dances are improving and the policy of 16 and under is still in effect until the end of the year. Donna announced she will not seek reelection next year and promised to share information to whoever accepts the position.

Chairman of the Board of Trustees Willie Wehring reported that the bar will now serve bottled water. The board had been approached for a donation to the H.E. Butt Camp. Jeanette Bender was called to give more information about the needs of the camp. A motion was made for a cash donation to be given to H.E. Butt Camp. The motion carried.

Pool Chairman A.J. Stayton reported the pool will close on September 2.

Bobby Allbritton reported a Workers' Party is scheduled for Sunday, September 29.

Kathy Trefell of the Birthday Club announced the business meeting will be held Wednesday to discuss plans for pastries at Czech Day. Tom Marsh of the Men's Club reported a successful work day and their project for Czech Day will be the Fiesta Dinner scheduled for September 23. Mary Kosut presented the

8/VESTN1K—Wednesday, September 4, 1996 benevolence report. She reported 769 hours spent doing charity work and 745 hours spent doing, volunteer work by lodge members. Czech Instructor Bill Souchek reported the 34th Czech class will begin September 16. He told one of his humorous stories that the membership enjoyed as always.

District Five President Evelyn Mikeska reported the Family Day is set for Sunday, September 22, 1996, in Danbury, starting at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served from 12 to 1:30 p.m. and everyone is asked to bring a covered dish.

Meat will be furnished by the District.

Activities include games for all and a watermelon contest. Also, Lodge 196 will have their first anniversary on September 29.

District Youth Counselor Marie Stayton reported District Five Queen Karen Bender won the title of State Queen at YAD in Temple. Krystal Bender is her Duchess. Karen and Krystal are the daughters of Jeanette and E.J. Bender. District Five King is Justin Miller and he is the son of Jackson and Jerry Williams. She thanked all for the donation to HEB Camp.

Get-well wishes are extended to Esther Heinsohn.

Old Business Vincent Hegwood asked the outcome of the Committee on Activities and who was on this committee. Marie Stayton advised they will have a meeting and that E.J. Bender, Bobby Allbritton, Gary Eckelson and Marie Stayton are the committee.

Willie Wehring introduced Jackson Williams as one of the contractors of the new building. Bessie Dewer led the members in singing "Happy Birthday" wishes to 22 celebrants and three anniversaries. Refreshments were donated by the anniversary celebrants.

Door prizes went to Alice Mod, Ed Gerlich, A.J. Fabrygel, Homer Alexander and Paul Pflughaupt.

Linda Wehring announced that anyone interested in volleyball to be at the lodge at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Margaret Allbritton (P.& My thanks to Margaret Allbritton for taking the minutes in my absence.)

Submitted by, Jo Ann Buri —SPJST-

92, Fort Worth Ladies Circle Reports on August Meeting Lodge

President Florence Greet opened the regular meeting of the Ladies Circle of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth on Tuesday, August 13, 1996, with the Pledge of Allegiance. There were 47 members, five guests, and six men present. Guests welcomed were Frances Bailey, sister of Elizabeth Gregory; Eva Dockery, daughter of Maria Prill; and Karen, Ashley and Ryan Barrett, daughter and grandchildren of Lorenda Menasco. It was nice having all of you and hope that you come back soon!

The minutes and treasurer's reports were approved and filed. Sunshine Chairman Spacek reported sending getwell cards to Oleta Cook, Frank Tesar, Clara Marchioni, Billye Starr, and Ima Lou LaPlant. Betty Whitehead is on the mend and Evelyn Spacek will undergo eye surgery on Wednesday, and Clara

Cohen is holding up well after a car accident recently. Correspondence included a thank-you note from Clara Marchioni.

Hostess chairperson Jo Prochaska thanked Lee Polenta for helping in the kitchen this morning until Flora Koci arrived. Other hostesses today were Claudia Koci, Mary Palachek, and Imogene Reaves. September hostesses will be Hermina and Phyllis Cihacek, Natalie Maly, and Elizabeth Gregory.

Everyone who took the July bus trip said the trip was a good one even though the "losers" outnumbered the "winners" but the pictures on display showed a most happy group outside the casinos. A big thank you to Jeanine Koci Moore and Joe Kozel for their entertainment during the trip. Some are already talking about another trip, so get your thinking caps on and we will see what we can do.

Czech Heritage Day on Saturday, September 21 will be at the lodge hall and again the Ladies Circle volunteered to man the Pastry Booth during the day.

Mona Hattendorf is chairman of the booth and is asking that your donations of pastry be brought to the hall no later than 10 a.m. that day so that serving can start at 12 noon. Prices are as follows: Kolaches, pies, and cakes-50 cents each; strudel-75 cents; cookies-10 cents each of 3 for 25 cents; brownies25 cents; and muffins-35 cents. We know all you wonderful cooks will bring your best for this Czech day tradition.

Please call Mona at 626-7775 or 6249460 to sign up for donations or to work in the booth on that day.

After Joyce Tesar, hall manager, announced coming dance engagements (please see calendar in Vestnik), door prizes went to Anna Lesikar, Aurora Maldino, Victoria Murphy, Joyce Tesar, Julia Dueser, Lillie McMillen, Mona Hattendorf, Mary Palachek, Clara Marchioni, Frances Lawx, and Kitty Rippin. Oak Park Retirement Center gift certificates went to Billie Lewallen, Vivian Steffgan, Mildred Hovend, Mary Ann Gibson, Ruby Robbins, Ima Lou LaPlant, Clara Cohen, and Billye Starr.

Nearly everyone else went home with something, as Kroger's donated many loaves of bread and a good supply of hand moisture cream brought by Martha Durham was handed out. You never know what goodies will be brought so if you have not been to one of our Circle meetings, drop by on the second Tuesday of each month and join us!

After a beautiful prayer read by Aurora Maldino, lunch was served, followed by fellowship and games.

See you Tuesday, September 10 and then on Saturday, September 21.

Respectfully submitted, Martha Durham Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST-

p.m.; accordionists from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Memory Makers Czech Choir at 12:30 p.m.; Polka Club Dancers at 1 p.m.; the Alpine Dancers of Dallas at 6 p.m.; and the Czech Dancers of West at 6:45 p.m.

Other activities include prizes, a building fund raffle, Hamburgers by Hubenak, pastry sales booth by the Ladies Czech Circle, and youth and adult Czech costume prizes.

Admission for all day is $6 and for ages under 17, admission is $3.

---SPJST---

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Reports on Activities Dear Members and Friends, We really .had a full day and evening on August 24. Our annual tarok games started at 9 a.m. and were through about 5:30 p.m. I will write more about the games in my next letter as I will know the winners and also will have some photos of the players.

Then, at 8 p.m., the lights were dimmed and the wonderful music by the Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six from Pflugerville, Texas, started to play and the members and friends filled the dance floor. The band really played lots of nice polkas and waltzes and mixed music.

There is always the waterfall dance that people like as it gives a chance for all singles and widows a partner to dance. This is sometimes better that the Paul Jones. I also was told that there is a dance called the chair dance. It is a line dance that gets men and women out of the chair and on the floor to have a good time going around the hall.

The Fritz Hodde band is very enjoyable and they talk to people so that makes the band popular. Also, it is nice that they bring thier wives and Fritz Hodde brings his mother. It is nice to visit with them.

But all polka bands that play here are liked very much. It is sad that many of our members and friends have given up dancing due to their age, but some come just to listen to the music.

One band from up north says that we should remember the ones that have passed away and remember the good times that were had. The ones that have passed are the ones that kept our lodges what they are today, so I hope that when our time is up that the younger generation will continue to uphold the SPJST lodges.

These are the places that you can bring your children to have a safe place for

entertainment.

It is always nice to write about a member that has done some outstanding work.

So we want to congratulate one of our members, Michael Tate Fincher. He has just received the great honor of Eagle Scout Court of Honor. We know that the scouts have to do a lot of good work to be able to receive this kind of honor. He receives lots of merit badges before getting the Eagle Scout award. Here is the Eagle Scout Pledge: "As an Eagle Scout, I realize my obligation to my fellows, my home, my country, and my God. I will at all times do my best to assist other Scouts who are climbing the trail to Eagle, to give more back to Scouting than it has given to me and to assist my troop as much as possible. I will be a living example of the Scout Oath and Law to the best of my ability."

Michael Fincher is the son of Frank and Janet Prochaska and the grandson of Frank and Josephine Prochaska. All are members of our Lodge 92. Michael will be going to the University of Texas in Austin, Texas.

As far as I know, our sick list is better.

Frank Tesar is walking better after a stroke and is now staying with his daughter, Mary and Kenneth Krivanek. Carl W. Zich is improving but has quite a lot of pain as yet. I just do not want to give up but as you know, it is hard when you have only a little left of your left lung. I think I am doing good after having such a serious operation.

You may think all my letters are about our annual Heritage Day because we want you to be sure to remember the date and come. September 21 is a full day of entertainment. This all starts at noon.

New Lodge 92, Fort Worth sales representative Sherri Watkins visits with SPJST State Field Representative Jerry Kucera at a recent lodge meeting.

92, Fort Worth Czech Heritage Day September 21

Lodge

Czech Heritage Day at National Hall SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth is Saturday, September 21, 1996. National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road in Fort Worth, Texas.

Dinner will be served from noon until 6 p.m. The price will be $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12.

Music for the day will be the Vrazels of Cameron from 2 to 6 p.m.; the Jodie Macula Orchestra of Ennis from 8 to 12

Lodge 92, Fort Worth sales representatives extend congratulations to 50-year member John Chaloupka. Pictured, from left, are: Christine Zich, Kenneth Krivanek, Evelyn Spacek, John Choloupka, Albert Kubala, Raymond Hubenak, Martha Durham and SPJST State Field Representative Jerry Kucera.

Wednesday, September 4, 1996—VESTNIKJ9

You're Cordially Invited!

Pictured above is Brother Larry Wentrcek of Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station, coordinator of the lodge's premier golf tournament set for Sunday, September 22 at Hill Top Lakes Resort in Leon County. As of press time, only three of thirty team openings still remained to be filled. "The response has been outstanding," says Larry, pictured above in the resort's full-service pro shop. "Inquiries have been coming in from all over, including some from non-golfers who just want to come out and watch the tournament," he says. For tournament information or about other recreational activities and lodging options open to SPJST members during the tournament, please contact Brother Wentrcek at (409) 822-4226.

The meal will start at 12 p.m. and continue to 6 p.m. The meal will be $6 for adults and $4 for ages under 12. There will be the accordion contest and Memory Makers Czech Choir, Polka Club Dancers, Alpine Dancers, and the Czech Dancers of West. All of this will be during the afternoon and at night. There will also be an adults' Czech costume and youth Czech costume contests. The Vrazels band will play in the afternoon from 2 to 6 p.m.

Now we have raffle tickets to sell and prizes will be cash. Tickets are $1 each and a book of six is $5. You do not need to be present to win the main prize.

Please buy lots of tickets to help you win and it will help our lodge with repairs and some addition to the trophy room.

Then, at 8 p.m., the Jodie Mikula band will play to 12 p.m. All of this will be September 21 at Lodge 92, the National Hall. Admission all day will be only $6 for adults and $3 for under 17 years of age.

Sister Mary Motl called and said her brother Raymond Bartek passed away on August 16 and will be buried August 19 at Whitney, Texas. Brother Raymond had a heart problem. He was a member of the SPJST. We extend our sympathy to the family of Raymond Bartek.

Do not forget our lodge meeting on September 8 starting at 1:30 p.m. It seems that when we have the meeting and a country dance afterwards, it rushes the meeting. So I suppose the ladies do not bring food as it may be hamburgers.

Please watch the calendar section in the Vestnik for our lodge and other lodge's activities. Let's stay happy so a smile will show on our faces.

Joke: A woman and her husband interrupted their vacation to go to a dentist. "I want a tooth pulled and I don't want no Novocain because I'm in a big hurry," the woman said. "Just extract the tooth as quickly as possible and we will be on our way." The dentist was quite impressed. "You're certainly a courageous woman," he said. "Which tooth is it?" The woman turned to her husband and said, "Show him your tooth, dear."

Fraternally Yours, Carl W. Zich, Reporter —SPJST-

Volna Cechie, No. 135, Ennis Sets Lodge Dinner

Lodge

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Our lodge was saddened by the death of our Sister Toni Sebetka Marek. Our sympathy goes to her family.

Sunday, September 15 is the date of our annual lodge dinner. Dinner will be served at 12:30 p.m. There will be door prizes and raffle prizes. A cake walk will benefit the Ennis Meals on Wheels. The lodge will furnish the meat and beverages. Members are asked to bring salads or desserts. Pastries for the, cake walk will be appreciated. Those of our members reaching their 50 years of membership in 1996 will be recognized. They are Emil Brozek, Peggy H. Brozek, Larry D. Houdek, and Larry Laznovsky.

Our members are encouraged to submit recipes for the SPJST 100th Anniversary Cookbook. See me for recipe forms.

Brother Larry Laznovsky reported on the Texas Cultural Partnership that has been formed and their work on the Heritage Day which will be held at the Hall of State, Texas State Fair, on Sunday, October 6. All members are urged to support this event.

Fraternally, Sylvia Laznovsky Secretary —SPJST---

Lodge 142, Houston Reports on August Meeting At 2 p.m. on August 11, 1996, President Keith_ Kieschnick called our meeting to order with 29 members and two visitors in attendance.

Secretary Alice Jochen called the roll of officers. All were present, except our Youth Leader Elizabeth Hermis.

The minutes were read and accepted.

All officers' reports were read. The youth club report was given by Patricia Schleider in the absence of our Youth

Leader Elizabeth Hermis. Michael Schleider came back from State YAD in Temple with a second place trophy.

Jason Hermis is Mr. SPJST for the next four years. He gave a speech saying that he is "looking forward to serving our society for the next four years" and he "hopes to make everyone proud of him."

We had four new members Andrew Trey McLelland, Amy McLelland, Barbara McLelland, and Macie Machacek. Sales representatives are Robert Kieschnick (3) and Sidon Tumis (1).

Sick committee reports Mandy Tumis on the sick list. Here's hoping she is feeling better at this time.

Under old business, our fish fry was a super success. Thanks to Nancy Cook and Donnie Thibodeaux.

Under new business, at our next monthly meeting on September 8, we will have our pot luck lunch. The lodge will furnish the barbecue chicken and sausage. Everyone is asked to bring a favorite covered dish.

The junior door prize went to Andrew McLelland.

The capsule prize for $100 went unclaimed due to the absence of Mack Marbury and Bobby Mead.

This prize money was split into ten $10 door prizes from the register book.

The winners were Alice Jochen, Daniel Tumis, Henry Hermis, Andrew McLelland, Nancy Cook, Amy McLelland, Lillian Schmidt, Robert Kieschnick, Gus Florian, and Chris Schleider.

Four $5 door prizes went to Bob Schleider, Dorothy Tumis, Gus Florian, and Lula Gambil.

Four six-pack door prizes went to Lorraine Motl, Darlene Tumis, Frank Tumis, and Sidon Tumis.

Birthdays for August were for Gus Florian, Frank Tumis, Lesha King, Lillie Valka, Ruth Kieschnick, and Andrew McLellan.

The meeting adjourned at 2:45 p.m.

Refreshments and lunch were served.

The next meeting is Sunday, September 8 at 2 p.m.

Respectfully, Alice Jochen Secretary —SPJST-

Lodge 142, Houston

Member Enjoys Trip In July, Melissa Linhart, member of Lodge 142, Houston, went to the Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., area on a mission trip with her church choir. They visited the Capitol, the White House, Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, the Naval Academy and many other sites in the area.

Submitted by, Alice Jochen —SPJST-

Gulf Coast Czech

Festival Set for Sunday, October 20 at Lodge 172, Pasadena The Tenth Annual Gulf Coast Czech Festival is Sunday, October 20, 1996, at SPJST Lodge Rozkvet, No. 172,

Po.L.K. of A. to Sponsor Dance at Lodge 172, Pasadena September 6 It's Polka Time in Pasadena!

The Polka Lovers Club of America is sponsoring a dance on Friday, September 6, 1996, at the SPJST Lodge 172 hall on Preston Road at 8:30 p.m. Brian Marshall and the Texas Slavic Playboys will play polka, waltz and two-step.

Free polka lessons will be taught at 7:30 p.m. before the dance. The first five couples under age 40 taking lessons will have admission paid to the dance. The public is invited.

Call (713) 480-3965 for more information.

—SPJST-

Pasadena, located at 3609 Preston Avenue in Pasadena, Texas. The festival is co-sponsored by the Harris County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas, the San Jacinto College Czech Club, and SPJST Lodge Rozkvet, No. 172.

Admission donation is $6 with children ages ten and under admitted free.

The activities scheduled for the day are: 9 a.m.

Coffee and Kolaches 10 a.m.

Polka Mass and Ecumenical Service, under the combined leadership of Father Ed Schoellmann and Brother Vilem Malina 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Silent Auction, Exhibits, Country Store 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Roast Pork Lunch available for $5 After 2:30 p.m.

Cabbage Soup prepared by Anna Krpec and Sandwiches available 12 p.m.

Galveston County Czech Heritage Accordion Band and Singers 12:30 p.m.

Czech Heritage Proclamation by Ray Snokhous, Honorary Council of the Czech Republic 12:45 p.m.

Opening Ceremonies Parade of Costumes: Czech, Red and White, and others Presentation of Colors ledge of Allegiance America and Czech National Anthem

by Helen Hegwood SPJST Youth District King and Queen 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Children's activities of decorating Gingerbread Cookies and making Christmas Cards 1:15 p.m.

Lodge 88 Orchestra and Choral Group 2 p.m.

Czech Folk Dance Exhibition

by Po.L.K. of A. 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Dance to the music of the Moonriders Exhibition of Club Dances

by Po.L.K. of A. during intermission Please wear your Czech costume for the festival! Rain or shine, all activities are indoors.

—SPJST-

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, September 4, 1996

Lodge 180, Burleson Anniversary Celebration Set for September 8 Sorry to say that the celebration that was scheduled for August 6 had to be postponed until September 8 starting at 2 p.m.

I hear that someone will be cooking barbecue. So, please, join us for a good time.

Hope to see you at the anniversary party. The door pirzes for the last meeting were won by Francis Simmank and Charles Faulder.

Submitted by, Julia Simmank Dueser Reporter

Lodge 183, Arlington Reports on August Meeting The meeting of SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington was called to order by President Jeanne Roznos on Monday, August '12 at 7 p.m.

Robert Sill led the Pledge of Allegiance.

There were 21 members present.

Dorothy Adamek, Sunshine Chairperson, gave the family and friends report. Get-well cards were sent to Eugene Houran and Daniel Roznovsky who both had surgery. A card was sent to Damon and Eve Inman congratulating them on their new baby; a get-well card was sent to Ed Kral who had a stroke; and a sympathy card was sent to Ella Mikeska whose brother passed away.

Angie Stiborek mentioned that her grandson Mark had two broken arms. A moment of silence was taken by members.

President Jeanne Roznos held the roll call for officers and all were present with the exception of Ed Kral who had an excused absence.

Minutes were read and approved as read.

No communications report was presented at this time from President Jeanne Roznos.

B.J. Hlavaty (FAC), Jeanne Roznos (bar and bingo), Janie Rejcek (kitchen), and Leon Stiborek, treasurer, gave their respective reports for July.

John Adamek gave the trustee report.

We have purchased 50 new tables for the lodge and resurfaced the parquet floor.

Angeline Stiborek gave the new members report. Prospective new members were Douglas Ray Doskocil, Peggy Ruth Jordan, and Jimmy Rae McKee. They were voted and approved as new members by members present.

Angie Stiborek also gave a report on the membership drive/Friday night. We had 60 adults and 21 children attend with entertainment for the children at another place. Our guest speaker was Jerry Kucera. There were nine people present from Czechoslovakia promoting tours with a video of approximately 30 minutes. This was followed by a 42 tournament and card games.

The next meeting of SPJST Lodge 183 will be postponed until September 16 because the majority of the officers will not be available on September 9.

Family Night is August 30 and we have a tentative date for our Christmas party for December 14.

The meeting was then adjourned.

Mary Ann Roznovsky won the door

prize for the month.

Submitted by Ken Cepak SPJST-

Fraternalism Works Wonders!

188, Centerville to Meet September 10

Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station to Meet September 8

Residents of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1, Taylor Enjoy Field Trip

Dear Members, There will be a special meeting for all members of SPJST Lodge 188, Centerville on Tuesday, September 10 at 7 p.m. This meeting is being called for all interested members that wish to have a voice in the future of Lodge 188. Our attendance at lodge functions by members has been way down the past few years and we cannot continue to operate as we have been.

We urge all members to attend because we will determine the future of Lodge 188 at this meeting.

Sincerely, Dianne Howie —SPJST-

Dear Members and Friends, SPJST Lodge 189 will hold its September quarterly meeting on Sunday, September 8 at 2 Rm. in the First Federal Savings Bank Board Room.

Our agenda will include the election of officers for 1997, finalizing working plans for our Golf Tournament, and making arrangements for our annual Christmas party.

Concluding the meeting will be an ice cream social provided by Billie and Ernie Wentrcek. All members will want to attend.

Fraternally, Jaime Wentrcek —SPJST--

The residents of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 recently enjoyed a bus ride via W.B.C.O. Transportation through the countryside. They looked at the new homes being built in Hutto, Texas. Those enjoying the ride this month were Betty Lou Krieg, Emma Still, Lillian Prados, Edna Granzin, Bernice Schroeder, Bessie Brueckner, Nelda Schwab, Esther Granzin, Alvin Hejl and Pauline Kovar.

The residents were sad to see the dried up crops and no water in the tanks. Some crops were fair that were being harvested.

Lodge

183, Arlington Presents Scenes from August Lodge Meeting

Lodge

SPJST State Field Representative Jerry Kucera, top right, shares the spotlight with Lodge 183 sales representatives. They are, from left, front: Norman Knesek, Angeline Stiborek, B.J. Hlavaty and guest Dorothy Kucera.

Pictured at top, left, is Daniel Roznovsky.

Twilight Bingo The residents were treated to a Twilight Bingo at 6:15 p.m. on August 8.

The St. John's Lutheran Ladies group from Thorndale, Texas, provided the prizes and refreshments. The refreshments consisted of angel cake, strawberries, whip cream and cherry punch. The ladies were Mrs. Geraldine Richter, Bobby Love, Billye Schwarz, Cholly Weise, Juanice Thiele, Pam Ballard, Tammy Richter and son Trent, and Mary Jane McDaniel.

Family Support Group Meeting The Family Support Group meeting will be September 5 at 6:30 p.m. The group will have a speaker on "Being a Volunteer in a Nursing Home" from Austin, Texas.

What a turnout!

Pictured, at left, are prospective Lodge 183, Arlington Youth Club members.

Resident Council Meeting The Council meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. The Council discussed any problems they might have in any department of the nursing home.

We discussed another ride for next month to Elgin, Texas, and that area of the country. We also discussed the upcoming Volunteer Party on September 4, 1996.

The menu for August was beef stew, corn bread, cole slaw, and banana cake with sour cream frosting.

Terry Pundsack—Volunteer Terry spends her summer helping the residents pass quality time in one-on-one projects. She would help each one work on the items that interested them.

Submitted by, Pauline Kovar, A.D. —SPJST-

County Czech Heritage Museum

Burleson

LODGE 183, ARLINGTON LODGE OFFICERS: Pictured, above, from left, front, are: President Jeanie Roznos, Financial Secretary Angeline Stiborek, First Vice President Janie Rejcek and guest Dorothy Kucera. BACK: Secretary Ken Cepak, Treasuer Leon Stiborek, Fraternal Activities Coordinator B.J. Hlavaty, Trustee Raymond Mikeska, Trustee Cecil Philips, Trustee Johnny Adamek, and SPJST State Field Representative for District Three Jerry Kucera.

The Czech Museum will be open to the public during the Kolache Festival on September 14. Members will be on hand to guide you through the rooms filled with Czech items, mainly pertaining to Czech history and lifestyle, both local and European.

Items of interest such as a wall mural of the city of Prague, a Dulcimer, hand crafted window dressings, two full Czech

Wednesday, September 4, 1996—VESTNIK/11

S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1, Taylor Presents Scenes from Recent Activites ON THE ROAD: Lillian Prados, Esther Granzin, Edna Granzin, Betty Lou Krieg and Bernice Schroeder anticipate the bus trip.

Terry Pundsock assists Mrs. Frieda Kieschnick with a writing project.

Saturday, September 14. The one day event begins at 9 a.m. and ends as dark falls across the little Central Texas town.

The Festival covers the Courthouse Square in Downtown Caldwell and spills over into the adjoining streets and businesses for four blocks. Every building and business in downtown Caldwell participates in the activities.

The day-long Kolache Festival will feature entertainment, 206 Czech dancers, musicians and singers, museums, quilt show, antique automobile show with a vast display of classic Model-T motorcars, and a fine arts exhibition and sale featuring Dalhart Windberg, the famous Texas artist.

Demonstrations of canning, weaving, wine making and lace tatting by artisans and craftsmen will continue during the day. Three hundred juried arts and crafts vendors will be scattered throughout the festival. Antique Row, a section of antique vendors, will dot the lawns of Caldwell's historical homes offering great finds for the collector.

—SPJST-

County CHS Czech Festival Set for October 27

Victoria

costumes, books and crystal and the beautiful hand painted eggs, are on display.

Be sure to pick up or order your copy of the Museum's authentic Czech Cookbook.

The Museum is located in the Chamber of Commerce officers.

Take time to visit the Museum.

—SPJST-

County Czech Heritage Museum

Burleson

The Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum name may be misleading, since this is the formal, legal, incorporated name on the charter and the articles of incorporation. The Czech Museum reaches farther than the county lines. The Museum is known world wide, thanks to the Internet, the home page, the connections with the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Czech Republic, the many visitors from Europe and around the world, the military from the Czech Republic, Pavel Vanek, the exchange student, who has returned to his home in the Czech Republic, and too many dignitaries to list in this brief explanation.

The Czech Museum in Caldwell, Texas, U.S.A., grows so rapidly that even on a day-to-day basis, it is a chore keeping up with the many members, working on various projects, to promote and to preserve the Czech heritage for future generations. The Museum members are active doers and thinkers—thinking globally and acting locally. The long-range goals for the Czech Museum include complete restoration of the historically significant 1863 Czech home, donated by the Polasek Family, a fine arts center with music and the performing arts to bring both local and foreign artists and musicians to all of the people in rural America; a travelling Czech museum, to educate school children and the youth of the necessity for promoting and preserving the Czech culture and Czech awareness. With the two universities, UT at

Austin to the west of Caldwell and Texas A&M at College Station to the east of Caldwell and the two Presidential Libraries—George Bush and LBJ—with both colleges offering Czech studies, the Czech language and culture; Burleson County and Caldwell are located in an ideal setting on Highway 21, the Presidential Corridor.

Yes, the Czech Museum is the very heart and nucleus of Czech tradition and is celebrated each year with the Kolache Festival, the second Saturday in September. The Czech Museum is indeed the Czech cultural hub of Texas.

Welcome to the free Kolache Festival in Caldwell on September 14, 1996.

—SPJST-

Festival September 14, 1996 Kolache

Early in the state's history a hearty band of Czechoslovakian immigrants arrived in Central Texas to colonize what was to become Burleson County, bringing their own order and traditions to the area. A powerful sense of culture continues and for the last nine years has drawn to a focus at the Kolache Festival in Caldwell.

Kolaches are small wedding pastries made with fruit or meat toppings and fillings and when fresh and hot they are about the best thing a person can wrap a lip around. Along with spicy sausages and pasta dishes such as goulash, everything adds up to an authentic ethnic display of Czech cooking.

Bakers have competed for 13 years to win the coveted title of Grand Champion Kolache Baker of Burleson County. By state-wide demand, the bake show was opened to three categories. . . a County Champion, a State Champion, and a Professional Champion! The Kolache Bake-Off competition features celebrity judges from far and wide casting their votes for the absolutely best kolache. In addition, a Kolache Eating Contest commands equal competition for state-wide championship.

The Kolache Festival is scheduled for

The last Victoria County Czech Heritage Society news was incorrect in stating the date of the Czech Fest. The Victoria County Czech Heritage Society Czech Festival will be held at Sun Valley Ranch on Highway 87, north of Victoria, on October 27, 1996.

Sincerely, Josephine Machac VCCHS Editor —SPJST-

Heritage Society to Publish Historical Text Czech

The Czech Heritage Society of Texas announces a soon-to-be released publication entitled Emigration to Texas from the Mistek District between 1856 and 1900

by Drahomir Strnadel. The book contains nearly 3,000 names of Czech emigration from northeastern Moravia in the Czech Republic along with historical data describing economic conditions and procedures needed to petition permission to leave their homeland for Texas.

Hundreds of families in Texas will find this book most helpful toward locating their ancestors from that region as an estimated 80 percent of the Czechs can trace their roots from there. A total of 57 villages are listed.

Be

Inspired by the late Albert J. Blaha, Sr., founder of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Drahomir Strnadel of trojanice secretly obtained this valuable research information from the archives over a ten-year period in order to help the Texas Czechs in their quest toward tracing their ancestral roots.

Originally published in Czech in three separate volumes, Mr. Strnadel presented this valuable information to the Czech Heritage Society of Texas in October, 1989. The Victoria Chapter, one of 14 in the state, agreed to prepare it for publication and distribution. The three books were combined into one volume. The history section was translated into English. Every effort was made to keep the text in its original form for the sake of authenticity. It was put together by Marjorie Matula of Victoria, Chairman of the CHS Board of Trustees, who has had over 20 years of experience in doing family history research. This is her fourth publication to complete.

Emigration to Texas from the Mistek District contains 207 pages, 8 1/2-by-11.

The book is hard-bound in a deep green cover. It also contains 92 pages of history which includes 20 pages of original documents from the archives, six maps from the 18th, 19th, and 20th century (one of the maps is in color) and ten illustrations

by Pavel Strnadel. Book Two is indexed.

Book Three is listed alphabetically and the last section contains copies of the Arnost (Ernst) Bergmann letter written in 1890 and the Vincenc (Vincent) Silar letter written in 1852. Both of these letters were sent from Texas hack to the homeland which resulted in more emigration to Texas. Mr. Strnadel located letters in the archives that were sent from Texas giving a valuable insight of conditions in Texas.

The significance of this publication cannot by overemphasized. One like it has never been made available containing the history and names of so many emigrating from a particular area in Moravia.

Reserving a copy in advance of publication will insure the opportunity of obtaining one as there will be limited copies printed.

The book's cost is $26.33 per hook plus $2.17 sales tax. Add $5 for postage and handling (Please note that foreign postage is higher). Send a check or money order payable to "Czech Heritage of Texas" and mail to: Marjorie Matula c/o Strnadel Book 745 Hosek Road Victoria Texas 77905-5637 Books will be available after October 1. Drahomir Strnadel will visit Texas in late October and will receive the 1996 CHS Award in Frydek, Texas, for making this wonderful history available for research purposes. This presentation will take place on November 2, 1996. Order your book today so that you have one for your library while the supply lasts!

—SPJST-

a Part of History!

In conjunction with its 100th Anniversary in 1997, the SPJST is publishing a cookbook with recipes to be submitted by lodge members. Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin is coordinating the project.

According to Sister Anglin, member, response to the cookbook project has been excellent and the recipes are coming in from all parts of the state.

Recipes being submitted will need to be designated for one of the following

categories: 1. Appetizers, Relishes and Pickles 2. Soups, Salads and Sauces 3. Meats and Main Dishes 4. Vegetables 5. Breads, Rolls and Pastries 6. Cakes, Cookies and Desserts 7. Beverages, Microwave and Misc.

Please type or print your favorite recipe on plain white paper and make sure to include the following information.

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n Memoriam Expression of Sympathy We, the resolution committee of Lodge 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge sister, LYDIA VLASTA KOTRLA, of Temple, Texas, who passed away Thursday, August 1, 1996, at a Temple nursing home at the age of 87 years.

Services for Sister Kotrla were at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 3. at Seaton Brethren Church with the Rev. Al Newby and the Rev. Eugene Kotrla officiating.

Burial was in Seaton Cemetery.

She was born in Fayette County to Joseph Kotrla and Veronica Klimicek Kotrla. She married Joe Kabela and after his death married Jerry Kotrla. She was a member of Seaton Brethren Church, the Christian Sisters, and SPJST Lodge 47.

Survivors are a brother, William Kotrla of Temple, and a sister, Albina Motl of Ennis.

Memorials may be made to Seaton Brethren Church, in care of 2205 Carnation Lane in Temple.

Harper-Talasek Funeral Home of Temple was in charge of arrangements.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

God bless the family.

Resolution Committee, Gladys Marek Joyce Skrabanek Dorothy Pechal -SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the members of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi, wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, FRANK F. MAREK, who passed away on Thursday, August 1, 1996, after a lengthy illness. He was born on September 5, 1926, in Cameron, Texas, to Leo and Rosie Majek.

On August 15, 1950, he was united in marriage to Margaret Hermis, who survives him.

He was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church. He operated his own automobile parts business in Corpus Christi. He was a World War II Army Veteran and member of American Legion Post No. 364. He joined SPJST in August, 1942, and was a member of Lodge 79 where he had received his 50year pin several years ago. He was also a long time member of Sokol Corpus Christi. He joined his father's band "The Leo Majek Orchestra" at age 21 and played in the band for 48 years.

Survivors are his wife, Margaret Majek of Corpus Christi; two sons, Randy (Lynn) Majek of Stockdate and Ronnie (Stephanie) Majek of Orange Grove; three brothers, John Majek, Charlie Majek of Corpus Christi, Leo Majek of Orange Grove; and one sister, Mary Roschetzky of Corpus Christi.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Rosie Majek, and two brothers, Julius Majek and Joe Majek.

The rosary was recited on Friday, August 2 at 7 p.m. at Christ the King

Catholic Church. Mass was celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 3 at Christ the King Church. Entombment followed at Seaside Cemetery with military honors.

Serving as pallbearers were his nephews, Michael Majek, Jerry James Majek, Jerry Lawrence Majek, Frankie Majek, Joseph Majek and Vernon Roschetzky.

Maxwell P. Dunne Funeral Service were in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Incarnate Word Academy or Christ the King Catholic Church.

Brother Frank will he missed greatly by his family and his many friends.

May our lodge brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Helen Pavelka Judy Majek Michael Majek

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Expression of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge Volna Cechie, No. 135, Ennis, express their sympathy to the family of our sister, TONI SEBETKA MAREK, who passed away at the IOOF Nursing Home in Ennis on Friday, August 2.

Funeral services were held August 3 at the West/Hurst Funeral Home in DeSoto with burial at Grandview Cemetery.

Sister Marek was born in Ennis to John T. and Antonia Toupal Sebetka on November 23, 1911.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Julius Marek, on August 2, 1992.

She is survived by four sisters and one brother, Pauline Kovar of Hanley, Walter and Mary Chandler of Ennis, Willie and Alene Skrivanek of Ennis, Helen Haller of Dallas, Johnny E. and Hattie Sebetka of Van, and several nieces and nephews.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Sylvia J. Laznovsky, Secretary

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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 81, Needville, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed sister, ANITA SUCHMA, who passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 1996, at the age of 63 at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Wharton, Texas.

Services for Ms. Suchma were held on Friday, June 14, 1996, at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Needville with the Rev. James Ramsey. Burial was in Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg.

She worked at Sears Roebuck and Company.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry Suchma of Needville; sons David and wife Sheree of Spring, Texas, and Mark and wife Jeanette of Sugarland, Texas; daughter Marsha and husband Brian of Needville and grandsons; her mother, Lottie Krutilek of El Campo, Texas; and several brothers.

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

Resolution Committee, Mary Werner Winnifred Susan -SPJST-

Memory of ohn Cyril Cmerek In

John Cyril Cmerek, 79, of Granger, Texas, died Saturday, February 3, 1996, in Johns Community Hospital.

Mr. Cmerek was born July 2, 1916, in the Corn Hill Community to Joe and Agnes Kubcak Cmerek. He was one of eight boys. He was married to Hattie Cervenak Cmerek for 26 years, who survived him along with a sister, Louise Ivicic of Holland and a brother, Victor Cmerek of San Angelo.

He is also survived by a stepson, Robert Cervenka and his wife, Jeanette of Taylor; a stepdaughter, Joyce Domsch and her husband, U.A. Sonny Domsch, of Jourdanton, Texas; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, serving four years in the South Pacific and later four years in the occupation of Germany. He returned to the Corn Hill area where he was a farmer and a barber. He was a member of the SPJST, KJT, Knights of Columbus, VFW No. 8918, and American Legion Post No. 0282.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary was at 7 p.m. Monday, February 5 at Condra Memorial Chapel in Taylor.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m.

Tuesday, February 6, 1996, at S.S. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Granger with the Rev. Edward Rabroker officiating. Burial with military honors was conveyed immediately following services at the Calvary Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Charles Repa, Greg Cervenka, Royce Roberts, Darwin Ivicic, Johnny Cmerek, and Jimmy Cmerek.

Honorary pallbearers were Keith Repa, Mark Repa, Jimmy Roberts, Lynn Tiemann, Steve Garrett, and Brian Bartlett.

John was a kind and gentle man who is greatly missed by his wife and family, the community and his many friends.

May our brother now rest with God and his memory live in our hearts.

Respectfully submitted, Norma Cavanaugh, Lodge 20 Rubie Loessin, Lodge 20

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Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge 81, Needville, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express sympathy to the family of VERA MAE SCHONERT GRAY, who passed away May 2, 1996, in Richmond at the age of 54.

The funeral service was held on Saturday, May 4, 1996, at the Needville United Methodist Church in Needville with interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg. The Reverend David Foster officiated the service.

She was preceded in death by her father, Henry Antone Schonert.

She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Billy Gray of Needville; her mother, Elsie Schonert Jine, and her husband

James of Needville; daughter Cindy Gray Fink and her husband David of Buda; sans Kirk Gray and his wife Tina of New Burg, Pennsylvania, Bryce Gray and his wife Lisa of Damon Sisters, Virginia, Lathem and her husband Kenneth of Sugarland, and LaVerne Davis and her husband James of Rosenberg; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

May our departed sister rest in peace and God bless the family.

Resolution Committee, Mary Werner Winnifred Susan

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Expression of Sympathy We, the members of Lodge 15, Buckholts, express our sincere sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, ARTHUR E. CROSS. Arthur E. Cross, 74, of Belton, died Monday, August 5, 1996, in a Temple hospital.

Services were held at 10 a.m. August 7, 1996, at Sheffield Funeral Home in Temple with Rev. John Kueker officiating.

He was born to Arthur J. Cross and Elinor F. Ludwick Cross in Bland. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He operated Cross Feed and Seed in Rogers. He married Ella Mae Sakewitz on February 19, 1946. He moved to Belton from Rogers in 1969.

He served as a Bell County Commissioner, a civil service worker at Fort Hood, and a truck driver.

He was a member of the Baptist Church, VFW No. 4008, and SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts.

Survivors are a son, Lee Cross of Katy; two daughters, Donna Camp of Belton and Mary Hanke of Breckenridge; a brother, John Cross of Troy; three sisters, Sue Bennett of Morgan's Point, Faye Wigger of Bakersfield, California, and Patricia Northam of Houston; and six grandchildren.

Burial was in Resthaven.

He was an active member of Lodge 15, Buckholts until illness overcame him and his wife.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Fraternally, Resolution Committee Sidonia Svoboda Charlsie Svetlik

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Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister, ROSIE KOLAR of West, Texas, who died Monday, July 8, 1996, at the age of 77 years.

Rosary was recited on Thursday, July 11 before the Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption with the Rev. Ed Karasek and Rev. Bernard Pustejovsky as co-celebrants. Burial took place in St. Mary's Cemetery in West.

Wednesday,

Sister Rosie lived in Hill County and the West area all of her life. For 35 years, she was employed at Ben Franklin and West Food Mart. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in West and an SPJST Lodge 66 member since July, 1967.

Sister Rosie was married to Brother Anton in January, 1940, and he preceded her in death on December 24, 1993.

Survivors include two sons, Bill Kolar of West and Harry Kolar of Caldwell; five daughters, Doris Gerik of Ross, Irene Degner of Malone, Helen Ehlers of Houston, Betty Neill, and Annette Owen of West; four brothers, Emil Nors and Ernest Nors of West, Henry Nors, Jr. of Ross, and William Nors of Northcrest; five sisters, Marie Soukup, Henrietta Chudej, Marcella Kaska, and Evelyn Pratka, all of West, and Lillian Kissinger of Northcrest; 19 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

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

Resolution

of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister, JENNIFER LEE STEINACHER of Northcrest who died Thursday, July 18, 1996, at the age of 35.

Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Sunday, July 21, 1996, at St. Mary's Cemetery near West.

Sister Jennifer was a lifetime resident of Waco, Texas. Her father preceded her in death in November, 1991. She had been an SPJST member of Lodge 66 since December, 1969.

Survivors include her mother, Betty Steinocher of Northcrest; her brother and his wife, Kenneth and Mechelle Steinocher of Northcrest; her sister and her husband, Melissa Jane and Ray Fritz of Belton; and a nephew and a niece, Logan and Callie Fritz of Belton.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

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

work as a barber and to farm.

Alphonse Blahuta and Hilda Luedeke were joined in Holy Matrimony in Houston on August 24, 1933, shortly after his 26th birthday. Their marriage was blessed with a son, Glen.

Alphonse managed to work as both a barber and a farmer much of his life. He enjoyed being with people and he loved to talk, and barbering allowed him to do both. A grandchild described him as having a "grandpa grip" when he shook hands with you, a grip that would hold you in place and keep you talking to him.

He was a devoted husband and a loving father and grandfather. He liked nothing better than to watch his son Glen run track and participate in other sports, and later watching his grandchildren play in sports. He and Hilda were very regular in their attendance at St. Paul Lutheran Church, very rarely missing a Sunday.

Alphonse is survived by his wife Hilda; one son, Glen Blahuta and his wife Irene of Wallis; one brother, Emil Blahuta and his wife Mary of Wallis; four grandchildren, Jackie, Steven, Keith, and Ashley; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anna Blahuta; one brother, Rudolph Blahuta; and three sisters, Hattie Raska, Pauline Kuropata, and Julia Schank.

Alphonse A. Blahuta departed this life on July 6, 1996.

He was a member of SPJST Karel Jonas Lodge No. 28 for 41 years.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Helen Kelner, Secretary -SPJST-

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of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 15, Buckholts, on behalf of our entire membership wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother, LESLIE SAKEWITZ. He passed away from this life to Life Eternal on July 31, 1996, at the age of 75 years.

Funeral services were held August 2, 1996, at the Hope Lutheran Church in Buckholts. Rev. John Kueker officiated.

Leslie was born September 15, 1920, in Travis County to Pat and Ella (Groppell) Sakewitz.

He was a member of the Hope Lutheran Church, SPJST Lodge 15, and the Buckholts Lions Club. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for Milam County.

He will be missed by the whole community.

Although he was confined to the Expression wheelchair for almost six years, he rarely missed a lodge meeting or any other activity in the community. He was an inspiration to all of us. He always had a On behalf of the entire membership of smile and a hand shake for everyone and Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard, never a complaint. we, the Resolution Committee, wish to He is survived by his wife, Louis express our deepest and most sincere Sakewitz of Buckholts, and two sisters, sympathy to the family of our departed Ana Ruth Mull of Macon, Georgia, and brother, Pauline Friemel of Cameron.

ALPHONSE A. BLAHUTA. Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home Alphonse A. Blahuta was born August of Cameron was in charge of arrange2, 1907, to Frank and Anna Blahuta in ments.

Fayette County, Texas. He received the May our departed lodge brother rest in Sacrament of Holy Baptism on peace.

September 22, 1907, in a Catholic church d Resolution Committee, in Schulenberg. At a very young age, he Sidonia Svoboda moved to Wallis with his parents. At the Charlsie Svetlik age of 17, he went to Houston to attend -SPJSTho:. â–ş barber ',co 7ettaated 'to

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of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden, No. 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister, LYDIA MINNIE GROSSMAN of Robinson who died Thursday, August 1, 1996, at the age of 75 years.

Services were held Saturday, August 3 at 10 a.m. at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel, with Frank Horak officiating.

Burial took place at Robinson Cemetery.

Sister Lydia was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ in Robinson and an SPJST member of Lodge 66 since January, 1974.

Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Henry Grossman of Robinson; one son, Allen Grossman of Godley; one daughter, Shirley Witt of Speegleville; one brother, Rudy Rogas of Hewitt; and two sisters, Zelma Johnson of Lorena and Polly Marecle of Lacy-Lakeview.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

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

Expression

of Sympathy On behalf of the entire membership of Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard, we, the Resolution Committee, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother, PAUL PETER VALIGURA. Funeral services for Paul Peter Valigura, 95, of East Bernard, were conducted Friday, August 2 at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Church in East Bernard.

Entombment followed in the Holy Cross Mausoleum in East Bernard.

Rosary was recited Thursday, August 1 at 7 p.m. in Holy Cross Catholic Church. Father Pavel Mikes officiated the services.

Paul was born February 7, 1901, in Taiton and passed away July 31, 1996, in Wharton.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Valigura; his wife, Marie Valigura; and one grandchild, Melissa Valigura.

Survivors include two daughters, Mary David and husband and Alphonse and Helen Matula and husband, Ernest of East Bernard; a son, Joe Valigura and wife, Alma, of Anahuac; four grandchildren, Raymond David, Mary Hennecke, Alphonse David, Jr., Jody Valigura; five great-grandchildren, David Hennecke, Travis Hennecke, Karan Green, Carol David, and Clay David.

Friends called after 5 p.m. Thursday, August 1 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in East Bernard.

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home in Rosenberg.

Mr. Valigura was a member of Karel Jonas, Lodge No. 28 for 55 years.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Helen Kelner, Secretary -SPJST-

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Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother, MARION LEWIS MILLER of Waco, Texas, who died Thursday, July 18, 1996, at the age of 38 years.

Graveside services were held on Saturday, July 20 at Waco Memorial Park with Rev. D.S. Miller officiating.

Brother Marion had been in the restaurant business all his life and was a partner with his parents in the Miller Family Steak House. He served as past president of the Waco Restaurant Association and held other offices throughout his membership.

He was one of the regional founders of the Country Lite Western Band and his band was featured at Saturday night dances for many years of enjoyable music. He also became an SPJST Lodge 66 member in May, 1975.

Brother Miller is survived by his wife, Brenda Miller; his parents, Walter and Willie Mae Miller; one daughter, Crystal Miller; one son, Allen Miller; and three brothers, Tommy, Johnny, and Larry Miller.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

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

Expression

of Sympathy On behalf of the entire membership of Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard, we, the Resolution Committee, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother, SAMUEL C. MUNOZ. Samuel C. Munoz passed away Wednesday, July 17, 1996, at CASA, a special hospital in Houston.

He was born June 9, 1926, in Georgewest.

Survivors include his wife, Hermina Castellanos Munoz; four sons, Samuel Munoz, Jr., Richard Munoz, Robert Munoz, and Ronnie Munoz, all of East Bernard; three daughters, Yolanda Hernandez and Gloria Kopycinski, both of East Bernard and Nelda Pena of Corpus Christi; 16 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

His body lay in state at Holy Cross Catholic Church in East Bernard from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20 when funeral services were conducted. Father Pavel Mikes officiated.

Burial followed at San Francisco Cemetery in East Bernard.

Pallbearers were Sam Munoz, Jr., Sam Munoz, III, Greg Kopycinski, Robert Munoz, Adolf Hernandez, Richard Munoz, Mateo Rocha, and Richard Munoz, Jr. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Hernandez Funeral Home in Rosenberg.

He was a member of Karel Jonas, Lodge 28 for 43 years.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee.

Helen Kelner, Secretary -S PJ ST-

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In Loving Memory of Raymond Joe Bartek Raymond Joe Bartek was born in Bell County, Texas, (near Temple) on December 17, 1931, to the union of the late Frank and Anna Sivek Bartek. He died suddenly at his home on August 16, 1996, at the age of 64 years, eight months.

Raymond was baptized into the Christian faith in Cyclone, Texas, and at the time of his death, he was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Whitney, Texas.

He was united in marriage to Louise Joy Rohne on March 2, 1956. From this marriage of 40 and one-half years were born three sons, Larry Don of Aubrey, Texas, Darrell Ray, and Brian Allan of Carrollton, Texas.

Raymond and his family were charter members of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Carrollton, Texas, in 1966. He lived in the Carrollton area for over 20 years before moving to Whitney, Texas, in 1975. The inception of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Whitney began soon thereafter, with meetings and worship services held in their home. A year later, September 12, 1976, Our Savior Lutheran Church was declared a mission congregation by the Texas District and has grown to what it is today. Raymond served in various capacities as a member of the Board of Trustees and as Elder.

Raymond was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton.

Raymond graduated from Temple High School in 1949 and Temple Junior College in 1951. He gained employment in the Dallas area, learning the trade of glass and mirrors. In January, 1967, he and Louise formed their own company of what is known today as Barco Mirror and Glass, Inc. in Addison, Texas.

Raymond retired in 1994, enjoying a slower pace of life with some fishing, his love of music, playing the guitar, banjo, harmonica, and other instruments. He received great pleasure and happiness in getting together with a group of friends playing and making music.

Survivors are his wife, Louise; sons Larry Don Bartek of Aubrey, Texas, Darrell Ray Bartek and Brian Allan Bartek of Carrollton, Texas; brothers Ben Bartek of Belton, Texas, and Frank Bartek of Temple, Texas; five sisters, Frances Richardson of Belton, Texas, Mary Motl of Fort Worth, Texas, Rosalie Horton and Evelyn Wells of Temple, Texas, and Anna Kasberg of Bastrop, Texas; five grandchildren, Jessie Leigh Bartek, Stacy Ann Bartek, Colton Don Bartek, Dakota Clay Bartek, and Tyson Ray Bartek; and many nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.

Raymond Joe Bartek

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anna Bartek, brother Jodie Bartek, and sisters Agnes Motl, Clara Hejl, Ada Bravenec, and Dorothy Girndt.

Funeral services were held at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Whitney, Texas, on Monday, August 19, 1996, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Donald Bahr and Rev. Garland Gotoski officiating.

Memorials may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church, Box 917, Whitney, Texas 76692.

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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 24, Cyclone, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed member, BENJAMIN HENRY TYROCH. Benjamin Henry Tyroch was born the third son of Will and Annie Kelarek Tyroch on August 28, 1922, at Seaton, Texas. He passed away at his residence early Sunday morning on July 28, 1996, at the age of 73 years and eleven months.

He was educated at schools in Seaton and Cameron.

He served his country in the United States Navy during World War II in the Pacific theatre.

Following his military service, he was employed for 33 1/2 years at the VA Center in Temple. For several years, he served as superior in building management, where he received many awards.

After retirement, he was employed at the Temple Feed and Seed Store.

Ben was married to Gladys Jakubik on September 9, 1950, in Temple, where they lived most of his working career.

They moved to the Seaton Community in 1972. He retired from the VA Center in 1980.

He and Gladys enjoyed travel, time together at the deer lease, fishing and gardening. Most of all, his children and grandchildren were his greatest delight.

He was a member of Seaton Brethren Church and SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone, attending many conventions and volunteering his service in behalf of the lodge.

He has been a member of the Disabled America Veterans for many years.

On Saturday, July 27, he mowed his yard and felt fine as he retired. In the night, he suffered the attack which took his life.

His brother, William, preceded him in death in 1985.

Ben leaves to grieve his passing his wife of nearly 46 years, Gladys; his son, Rodney and daughter-in-law Pam of Belton; his son, Alan and daughter-in-law Roxanne of Fresno, California; two grandchildren, Susan Lynn and her husband Jeff of Houston, and Christian Benjamin Tyroch of Fresno, California; and two brothers, Ed of Dallas and Walter of Temple.

Services for Brother Tyroch were Tuesday, July 30, 1996, at 10 a.m. at the Seaton Brethren Church in Seaton.

Burial followed in Seaton Cemetery.

He will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends. May he rest in peace and may his memory live in our hearts forever. God bless the family.

Resolution Committee, Barbara Macek Bobby Hoelscher

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Expression of Sympathy

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership and the entire SPJST society, wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the family of our dearly departed lodge brother, HAROLD MATEJOW SKY, who passed away on Thursday, June 27, 1996, at Leisure Lodge Nursing Center in Caldwell.

Brother Matejowsky was born on August 5, 1912, in Lyons, Texas, to Charles C. and Ethel Keese Matejowsky.

He attended Christian and Caldwell Public Schools and Southwest Texas and Texas Tech Universities. He was a retired postal worker and had served as Assistant Post Master at the Caldwell Post Office for many years. He was a member, deacon and former Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church in Caldwell. He was also a member of Warren Lodge 56 A.F. & A.M. of Caldwell. He was a member of Lodge 17, SPJST New Tabor.

Mr. Matejowsky enjoyed music and played harmonica, guitar and mandolin.

His other interests included fishing, gardening, raising flowers and canning.

Brother Matejowsky is survived by his wife of 31 years, Lila Matejowsky of Caldwell; a son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Carolyn Matejowsky of Brenham; a daughter and son-in-law, Dorothy and Bradley Mann of Brenham; a brother, Charles K. Matejowsky of Caldwell; a sister and brother-in-law, LaNell and Sonny Nitschmann of Weimar; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Memorial services for Brother Matejowsky, age 83, were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 28, 1996, from the chapel of Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell with Rev. Henry E. Beseda officiating.

May our departed lodge brother rest in eternal peace and his memory live with us forever.

Fraternally submitted, Resolution Committee Ben Trcalek, Jr. Stanley Mmustik Susan Skrabanek

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, JOHNNY LEE KRAMER, who passed away on Monday, July 1, 1996, at his home in Caldwell, Texas.

Johnny was born April 27, 1946, in Bryan to Robert and Lillie Polasek Kramer. He had been employed by Alenco in Bryan for more than 30 years and had served as a foreman in their window manufacturing operation for several years. He was a member of the Caldwell Brethren Church and he enjoyed hunting, fishing, automobile restoration and playing baseball.

Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Grace Kramer of Caldwell; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Joe and Brenda Wotipka of Caldwell, Ed and Anna Wotipka of Caldwell, and Ray and Susan Wotipka of Snook; his father-in-law Paul and wife Edna Campise; brothers-in-law, Oscar Campise and wife, Bekki, Paul Campise and David Campise, all of Caldwell; sisters-in-law, Winifred Surovik and husband Albert, and Mary Ibicic and husband David, all of Caldwell; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Brother Kramer were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 4, 1996, from the chapel of Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell with Rev. Henry Beseda and Rev. M.E. Stutts officiating. Interment was in Caldwell Masonic Cemetery. Serving as pall bearers were Troy Poehl, Ronnie Supak, James Brinkman, David Englemann, Larry Kubecka, Ernest Zboril, Eddie Gaas, Delbert Zgabay, and John Treeter.

May our departed lodge brother rest in eternal peace and his memory live among us forever.

Fraternally submitted, Resolution Committee Stanley Mrnustik Susan Skrabanek Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. -SPJST-

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Ex-Students Association of Texas Announces Scholarships Czech

The Czech Ex-Students Association of Texas (CESAT), an organization with the purpose to perpetrate and promote the Czech language and Czech culture announces the Maresh and Micek Scholarship for the 1996-97 academic year. The Czech Ex-Students Association of Texas will grant two scholarships, one in the name of Dr. Eduard Micek and the other in the name of Dr. Henry R. Maresh.

Dr. Micek is a former university professor of Czech language, and Dr. Maresh is a former Houston physician.

Both were active in the Czech cultural movement and both were avid supporters of Czech studies and higher education.

Any student going to a university that will be studying Czech or Czech studies, either majoring in Czech, or working in other degree programs with emphasis on Czech subjects may apply.

We encourage entering college freshmen to also apply. To receive an application, please write to: Dr. George Pazdral 3301 Northland, Suite 401 Austin, Texas 78731 The Czech Ex-Students Association of Texas is also announcing its membership drive. Anyone who is interested in perpetrating and promoting the Czech language and Czech culture may join the organization. One does not have to had studied Czech at any university or high school. The criteria for joining is interest in the goals of the organization. For an application to join the organization, write to: Dr. Don Pisar 3001 Cordova Drive Temple, Texas 76502 -SPJST-

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SPJST Annuities

are an excellent way to accumulate a sum of money for retirement or some other purpose. For more information, including current interest rates, contact your local lodge sales representative or the SPJST Home Office at: 1 (800) 72 - SPJST.

Attention DYCs, Youth Leaders and Summer Camp Participants The Vestnik has received summer camp summaries and photos from District Four, District Six and District One in that order. Thank you for your submissions. These reports will appear in the Vestnik, beginning next week.

Thank you for your attention and patience. - Editor

Reunions Novosad Family Reunion The Novosad Family Reunion will be at the Edge Community Center on Sunday, September 8, 1996 at 12 noon.

Jerry Novosad, Jr. is heading up the arrangements. Please RSVP to Jerry at (409) 589-2956.

Sammy Novosad is preparing barbecue beef and chicken. All others are asked to bring their favorite dish or dishes.

A "42" tournament will start at 1 p.m. for all those interested. The committee is asking everyone (men and women) to bring their favorite recipe. The committee will compile the recipes for the 1997 reunion.

The family tree is being updated, so be prepared to enter additions that need to be made.

Submitted by, Ernest A. Wentrcek, Sr.

Ondrasek-Surovik Family Reunion The Ondrasek-Surovik Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, October 6, 1996, at the home of Robert and Emmie Ondrasek in the Cooks Point Community. (Take FM 1362 south off of Highway 21 at Cooks Point, Texas. Go approximately three miles and the house is on the left. Balloons will be on the mailbox).

Bring a basket lunch which will be served at 12:30 p.m. Tea, coffee, plates, napkins, cups, forks and knives will be furnished. Come out and enjoy fellowship, food and fun.

If you have any questions, please call Robert Ondrasek at'(409) 272-8517, Viola Vitopil at (409) 260-1237, or Adele Englemann at (409) 272-8789.

Trojacek Reunion Vaclav and Marie Hanus Descendants Reunion The Tenth Reunion of Vaclav and Marie Hanus Descendants will be Saturday, September 14, 1996, at the fire station in Skidmore, Texas.

Registration begins at 10 a.m. The cost will be $5 for families and $2 per person.

Lunch will be served at 12 noon.

Supper will be served at 5 p.m. Everyone is asked to bring a meat, a vegetable or salad and a dessert. Coffee, tea, bread, plates, cups, napkins and cutlery will be furnished. You may bring other drinks if you wish.

We will also be helping Edna Bohac celebrate her 90th birthday which was August 9, 1996.

Please contact members of your family to be sure they know about the reunion since we may not have a current address for everyone!

For more information, contact Joyce Lamprecht at P.O. Box 214 in Skidmore, Texas 78389, phone number (512) 2873231; Bernice David at 8600 North Lamar, No. 3224C in Austin, Texas 78753, phone number (512) 873-7402; or Barb Hanus at 7312 Cave Hollow in Austin, Texas 78750, phone number (512) 345-0823-home or (512) 4635391-work.

Martinek - Kotria Reunion The annual reunion will be held on Sunday, September 29, 1996 at the Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall.

Registration will begin at 10 a.m. Lunch will begin at 10 a.m. and will be served at noon. Each family is asked to bring enough food for their family members.

Submitted by, Doris Boriski liC 04 - No. 18 Oak Cliff Cr. Dripping Springs, TX 78620

You have been waiting for this!

The descendants of Joseph, Wesley, John, Frank, Anton Trojacek, Annie Krajca, and Mary Chapek will hold their reunion on Sunday, October 6, 1996, at the SPJST Lodge 25 Hall in Ennis, Texas, starting at 11 a.m.

Each family is asked to bring enough prepared meat, vegetables, or salad and dessert for his or her own family. A meal will be served around 12:30 p.m. A small fee will be charged to cover miscellaneous supplies, such as plates, plasticwear, cups, tea, coffee, ice, and the rental of the hall.

Please bring any old pictures of your family that you might have.

Planning Committee, Linda Trojacek 875-6321

From the State Youth Director Vestnik Project for September

Martina Navratilova Czech-American Tennis Player Martina Navratilova was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic). She was the national champion in her native country from 1972 to 1975, and won the Junior Girls Championship at Wimbledon in 1973.

By the end of 1974, she had played in the singles finals of seven major tournaments, and with Chris Evert as her partner, had won four doubles championships.

Frustrated by the Czechoslovakian Tennis Federation's interference with her career, Navratilova defected to the United States in 1975 and quickly became a leading money-maker on the Virginia Slims circuit. In 1976, again with Evert, she won the Wimbledon doubles championship. An exceptionally strong player, Navratilova won the official women's tour and the Wimbledon championship in 1978, and again in 1979, when she finished the year as the world's top-ranked women's tennis player. From 1982 to 1987, she held the top ranking for all but 22 weeks of a 282-week stretch.

She dominated Wimbledon from 1982 to 1987, winning six consecutive singles titles, and won again in 1990; she won the U.S. Open singles championship four times (1983, 1984, 1986, 1987). Her other major singles titles include the French Open (1982, 1984) and the Austrian Open (1981, 1983, 1985).

Navratilova also won fame for her doubles play, winning ten U.S. Opens, seven French Opens, and six Wimbledon titles with various partners.

In 1992, Navratilova won her 158th professional tennis title-the Virginia Slims of Chicago-and set a record for singles championships. In February, 1993, with her victory over Monica Seles in the Paris Open, she established yet another record, becoming the oldest player to beat a number-one-ranked player in professional tennis. Also in 1993, Navratilova announced that she would retire following the 1994 season.

"Navratilova, Martina," Microsoft (R) Encarta.

Copyright (c) 1994 Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright (c) 1994 Funk & Wagnalls Corporation.

QUESTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 1. Where was Martina Navratilova born?

2. In what years was Navratilova the national champion in her native country?

3. Name Navratiloya's partner who helped her win four doubles championships.

Jakub and Barbara Holub Family Reunion The Second Jakub and Barbara Holub Family Reunion has been set for Saturday, October 19 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Ascension Parish Hall in Moravia, Texas. All descendants of this Holub (Hollub) couple are welcome.

Bring family histories, stories, pictures and recipes to be added to a family recipe book. Also bring your favorite kolache for a family kolache contest.

A catered barbecue lunch will be served at 12 noon for $6 per person.

Please respond with names and meal payment by September 1 to Caroline Polasek, P.O. Box 131, Hallettsville, Texas 77964.

For additional information, call (512) 798-2755 or (512) 798-5884 or (209) 798-1490.

Planning a family reunion in the not too distant future? Consider hosting your next family gathering at an SPJST lodge h 111,sear you!

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4. In what year did Navratilova defect to the U.S.?

5. In what year did Navratilova finish the year as the world's top-ranked women's tennis player?

6. In 1992, Navratilova won her 158th professional tennis title, and set a record for what?

7. In 1993, who did Navratilova defeat to set the record for being the oldest player to defeat a number-one-ranked player in professional tennis?

8. In what year did Navratilova retire?

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Vestnik Contest for September — Ages 6-8

Vestnik Contest for September — Ages 9-11

A Locker Room Puzzle

School Days Word Find

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Dear Readers, The youth members of Lodge 6, Cottonwood did very well at State YAD. Christi Sparkman won first place in Sewing, Traci Dobecka won third place in Handicrafts, and Whitney Dobecka won second place in Hobby Kits and Food. We congratulate all of our youth for doing a great job.

We had our monthly meeting on Friday, August 9 after the adult meeting.

They reported that they took cakes to the rest home on August 7 and visited some of the residents during the birthday party.

We baked kolaches on August 13 for Westfest. The youth would like to thank„ everyone that came out and helped in getting the job done.

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The next youth meeting will be Sunday, September 8.

Fraternally, Willie Mae Schuetz Youth Leader

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Youth Club Members Back in School Dear Readers, Summer is over and everyone is back in school. Hope everyone had a fun summer.

I won third place in Handicrafts at State YAD. We will have a float in the Westfest parade. See you there.

Fraternally, Traci Dobecka (7) (8/23/96) --SPJST-

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Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club to Honor Grandparents Come join us on Sunday, September 15, 1996, at 3:30 p.m. for a Grandparent's Day program and reception in honor of all grandparents. This will be at the Snook Brethren Church Fellowship Hall in Snook, Texas.

The event is sponsored by Snook SPJST Youth Club.

—SPJSTLodge 9, Snook Youth

Club Enjoys Camp Dear Readers, Many members of our °youth club attended camp at Val Verde in July. We had a great time. We got to ride horses, go on hikes, play games and swim.

For one of our crafts, we made tie dye shirts. They turned out great. Thanks to Mrs. Susan and Mrs. Ann for all their hard work with these shirts. We will all enjoy wearing them. On the last night there, we got to do karaoke and dance.

That was a lot of fun. We did not get to do much canoeing because the river was almost dry. We played in the river and

hunted for shells. We had a very funfilled three days. We will look forward to next year.

Fraternally, Lucas Schoppe (7) (8/12/96)

—SPJSTLodge 13, Dime Box Youth

Club Enjoys Summer Activities Dear Vestnik Readers, The summer months are so hot and so much fun. They go by too fast, though.

Talking about hot and fun, that's camp and Astroworld. I went to both this year.

We were so busy at camp that my snacks made the trip back home! I have never been to Astroworld before. The water rides were well worth waiting in line for.

Now that State YAD has come and gone, you can say that summer is over. School will start soon. Congratulations to all who placed at state. Our Lodge 13 Junior Group Talent won first. We are so happy.

Until next time, Emily Jatzlau (8/20/96) —SPJST-

Wednesday, September 4, 1996—VESTNIK/17

Vestnik Contest for September — Ages 15-17

Vestnik Contest for September — Age 12-14

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Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Member Enjoys State YAD Dear Readers, I had a lot of fun at State Youth Achievement Day. The most exciting part of State was when they announced that we were the winners of the Junior Group Talent. I hope everyone had a good time at State.

Sincerely, Lindsey Wiederhold (8/26/96) —SPJST-

Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club Reports on Astroworld Trip Dear Readers, I hope you all had fun at State YAD. The talents were all good and the royalty speeches were excellent.

My lodge went to Astroworld on July, 31. We had a lot of fun especially since we rented a Greyhound bus for the trip.

Hope you had a great summer.

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Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club Reports on August Meeting Members of Lodge 13, Dime Box held their August meeting on August 18.

Nineteen members attended the meeting.

We discussed having a float in the Burleson County Parade. We planned on having our annual sleepover on Friday, September 27, starting at 6:30 p.m.

A list of active members was given out. Also, the September list of earning points was passed out Fraternally, Crystal Mikulin, Reporter —SPJST-

13, Dime Box Youth Club Reports on State YAD

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Dear Readers, We were so excited when our Lodge 13 Junior Group Talent won first at State YAD. We all practiced real hard. Our junior group talent has been invited to different functions to perform. We like representing Lodge 13.

When we had our monthly meeting,

we decided to have a sleepover. Our club is also having some fund raiser booths.

Until next time, Jay Roberts (13) (8/28/96) —SPJST-

Caldwell for the first time. I am in the second grade and my teacher is Mrs. Diane Surovik. I hope I have a good year.

Fraternally, Kyle Skrabanelc (7) (8/21/96)

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Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Member Enjoys State YAD Dear Readers, State YAD was fun. I had a good time. I won a first place and a third place trophy. I sang "Skinnamarink" for Individual Talent. I watched all the talent and it was all good. .I thought everybody should get a trophy. The judges had to make a hard decision.

Royalty was fun. I was a duke. I almost fell asleep sitting on the stage for so long. The dance was fun. I got to dance with Alicia Ford and my cousin, Mabrey. I danced with my mommy, too.

I did the grand march.

We had our youth meeting on Sunday, August 11. We did a craft. We had visitors from the Snook lodge. After the meeting, I went to our church's swimming party. It was fun, too.

School has started. I am going to

24, Cyclone Youth Club to Honor Grandparents Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Cyclone Youth Club will meet Sunday, September 8 at 2 p.m. for our meeting. We will finalize plans for our Halloween activities, which will include a haunted house and carnival games.

Our youth club officers, President April Cooksey, Vice President Jennifer Ashcraft, Secretary Ashley Veselka, Treasurer Tammy Baker, Reporter Desi Cooksey, Sergeant-at-Arms Ryan Greger, and Flag Bearers Scott Hudson and Rena Greger, attended the Youth Club Officer's Workshop on Saturday, August 24 at the Expo Center in Belton. They learned new skills that they will apply in their youth club positions and share with all

18/ViSTNIK—Wednesday, September 4, 1996 club members. We thank State Youth Director Joni Lange for organizing this statewide workshop.

All Grandparents Invited After our meeting, at 3 p.m., we will honor all grandparents for Grandparents' Day. Refreshments will also be served.

We invite all grandparents to join us.

Fall Karaoke and Dance Set for Saturday, September 14 It's back-to-school and football time.

Come celebrate the fall season on Saturday, September 14 at Flag Hall. We invite everyone to join us at the Fall Karaoke and Dance from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Admission is $4 per person, with admission $1 for children ages 5 and under. Food and soft drinks will be available throughout the evening. This will be an evening of music, fun and friends.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Youth Leader —SPJST-

25, Ennis Youth Club Welcomes Members Lodge

The youth of Lodge 25, Ennis want to welcome Blake and Jerrod Ryan to our club.

Kay Lynn Kovar Youth Leader SPJST-

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Dear Readers, I am six years old. I am a new member of Lodge 25. I hope to see you at the next meeting.

Blake Ryan (8/21/96) —SPJST-

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Items, ages 12 to 14. In Special Category, ages 12 to 14, Sandra Trickett won third place and Justin Engelke won second place.

Congratulations!

Fraternally, Alicia Neslony, Reporter (8/27/96) --SPJST-

107, Floresville Youth Club Reports on Summer Activities Lodge

The Lodge 107 Youth Club has had a very busy summer. Beginning in June, we were all busy finishing our crafts for YAD. Our meeting was on June 7 and we made Father's Day cardS for our fathers. We also roller skated and worked on our scrapbook. Jolene Spillers, our LIT, went to LIT camp on May 31 to

June 2. She gave us a report at our June meeting. Her group received atrophy for one of the activities they did. The youth club went bowling on June 8 at Ponderosa Bowling Alley in San Antonio. We had six youth and two adults bowling. After bowling, we went to Burger King and ate. We also played in the jungle gym. Everyone had a good time. Our YAD was held on June 23 and Lian Pruski received first place in Hobby Kits, Tayler Korus received first in Individual Talent, Kevin Bayer received first in Science and Education, and Jolene Spillers received first places in Handicraft and Needlecraft. On June 29, the youth had a bake sale at Wal-Mart in Floresville and did very well.

In July, we had summer camp at Lone Star Camp in LaGrange. We went to Camp from July 19 to 21. We went swimming, canoeing, and made crafts (only the young group). We also went on the challenge course. We had a Hawaiian party with District Four the last night we

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Dear District Three and SPJST, Short notes of thanks from Lodge 25 Youth Campers: I would like to thank you for a great time at Camp Val Verde. I really enjoyed seeing all of my friends.

April Holland I would like to thank you for the great food, horses, canoeing, and the drinks.

Jake Holland I had fun on the challenge course.

Thanks.

Ryan Mach I enjoyed the horseback riding the best. I also liked the swimming.

Stacy Lynn Mach I would like to thank all the chaperones. Without you, we could not have camp. I enjoyed it.

Randy Trojacek Thank you!

Kay Lynn Kovar, Youth Leader —SPJST-

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Dear Readers, I am seven years old. My brother and I are new to Lodge 25. My mom was a member of the youth group when she was a little girl. I will have a lot of fun like my mom.

Jerrod Ryan (8/21/96) —SPJST-

66, Waco Youth Club Congratulates YAD Winners Lodge

Lodge 107, Floresville Presents Scenes from Summer Activities Members of the Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club enjoyed a trip to the Ponderosa Bowling Alley on June 8.

Pictured here, from left, front, are: Ken, Josh and Lian. BACK: Kim, Ashley and Ashley.

Dear Lodge 66 Youth Club Members, I would like to thank the youth club for the good luck card and all of their support.

I would like to congratulate all of the State YAD winners. Jodie McAdams received two third places in Hobby Kits and Handicrafts; Sandra Trickett received third place in Special Category; Amanda Neslony received second place in Science and Education; and Justin Engelke received first place in Foods, second place in Special Category, and third place in Constructed Items.

It was also very nice to meet all of the King and Queen contestants at State YAD. And a special congratulations to Karen Bender as State Queen. See all you Benders at Westfest.

Fraternally, Justin Engelke (14) Vice President (8/10/96) —SPJST-

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66, Waco Youth Club Reports on State YAD

Tracy Betak is 13 years old.

She is transferring her membership from Lodge 187, Round Rock where she has been at active youth club member for seven years. Tracy is the daughter of Norma Betak and Charlie Betak, Jr. Tracy has one brother, Travis.

Tracy enjoys basketball, volleyball, tennis, dancing, gymnas tics, and cheerleading. She attends Hutto High School, where she is in the eighth grade. Tracy is also a junior high cheerleader.

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Dear Readers, State YAD was a big success for Lodge 66. I would first like to congratulate Justin Engelke and Douglas Galler, our State King and State Duke for 1996 and 1997.

Our lodge was also successful in other events. In Handicrafts, ages 9 to 11, Jodie McAdams won third place. In Foods, ages 12 to 14, Justine Engelke won first place. Amanda Neslony won second place irf Science and Education, ages 9 to 11. In Hobby Kits, Jodie McAdams won third place. Justin Engelke won third place in Constructed

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Pictured, at right, is a scene from summer camp at Lone Star Camp in LaGrange. The members of the youth club went camping from July 19 - 21.

Wednesday, were there. I would like to Mrs. Susan for doctoring up my hand after I slipped and fell. I think a good time was had by all. On July 30, the district youth club went to Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio. We had a group of 13 from our lodge. I know everyone had a good time there. My favorite rides were the Rattler and the Joker's Revenge. I enjoyed cooling off in the water park, too.

On August 3 and 4, we went to State Royalty and State YAD. Kevin Bayer received a third place on his Science and Education entry. Next year, we will all try harder to win at State.

Fraternally yours, Lian Pruski (7) (8/20/96)

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Lodge 160, San Angelo

Youth Club Reports on August Meeting Lodge 160, San Angelo Youth Club met on August 17 in the home of our youth leader. President Ryan Jansa called the meeting to order. The pledge, motto, and prayer were led by Austin Miller.

James Lehr, secretary, called the roll and then read the minutes of the July meeting.

Youth Leader Betty Schwartz reported on the District and State YADs. She thanked everyone for an outstanding job on all their crafts and talent they entered.

We came home with many trophies.

District Four Youth Leader Sandra Jansa also thanked all members on doing so well at State YAD. She also reminded all members that the Fall Fun Day has been set for September 21 in Rowena.

This is when all youth will make their Christmas tree ornaments. She also said that on October 26, a Czech Fest will be held in Rowena for all of District Four.

The youth will perform their talent that they did at State YAD. Our camp t-shirts were passed out.

During District Four camp, all members competed for an emblem to go on the front of the t-shirts. They were red with white letters. They are really pretty.

Assistant Youth Leader Jill Miller showed us how to make a flower out of a cookie, icing, a jelly bean candy and a pipe cleaner. They were fun to make.

Before our meeting adjourned, we watched a video on our District Four Camp. It was 'really funny. We really had fun at camp.

The meeting adjourned and refreshments were served.

Fraternally, Becky Schwertner, Reporter (8/27/96)

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Lodge 177, Academy

Youth Club Reports on August Meeting The Academy SPJST Lodge 177 Youth Club held its August meeting on Sunday, August 11. The meeting was called to order by President Brooke Bartlett at 2 p.m. There were 15 members, one guest and six adults present.

Visitor James Randig lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Old business discussed included results of District Two YAD, camp, Sttte YAD, and the District Two trip to Astroworld.

Under new business, a register was passed around for those officers interested

SPJST The Best is Yet to Come!

in attending the Youth Club Officer's Workshop held August 24 at the Expo Center. Other events scheduled include Adopt-A-Highway trash pickup on Saturday, September 14 at 9 a.m., the District Two Fall Meeting (and ornament contest) on Sunday, September 15 in Taylor, and a fish pond/bake sale fund raiser at the Bartlett Friendship Fest on Saturday, September 28. Brooke Bartlett, Jessica Lyon and Bethany Bartlett were elected to the membership drive committee. We are planning our membership drive for the October meeting.

August birthday celebrants were Brent Pacha and Kristen Bartek.

After the meeting, ice cream was served to everyone present. The meeting was adjourned at 2:33 p.m. Our next meeting will be Sunday, September 8 at 2 p.m. Please make plans to attend. Hope to see everyone there!

Fraternally, Jordan Lyon (9), Reporter

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Club Reports on Camp Dear Members, We went to HEB Camp on July 14 to July 18. On July 16, we went on a field trip to a museum. I saw a dinosaur footprint. At camp, we went swimming and we saw deer.

Fraternally, Maegan Loxterman (8/06/96) —SPJST--

SPJST Cookbook (Continued from page 11.)

1. Your Name and Lodge 2. Name of Recipe 3. Category 4. Ingredients 5. Directions A special recipe form is also available from the SPJST Home Office or from your local lodge secretary.

"Your participation is encouraged and needed," says Sister Anglin. "The more recipes we receive, the more variety and fun you can have trying something new."

Send your recipes to: Supreme Lodge SPJST cio Anniversary Cookbook P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76501 Recipes are requested to be in to the Home Office before October 1, 1996, so that the cookbook can be turned over to the publisher. Also, please note that recipes being submitted will not be returned to the contributor and will be used at the discretion of the cookbook committee.

If additional information is needed, or if you would like a copy of the special recipe form, please contact Stephanie Herring or Daryl Entrop at the Home Office at 1 (800)727-7578.

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Czech Language Instruction Czech Language at Tarrant County Junior College Once again, this fall the Czech language beginner's course is being offered at Tarrant County Junior College at the Northwest Campus. It is located at 4801 Marines Creek Parkway in Fort Worth, Texas 76170. Classes begin on Thursday, September 10 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and ending October 16.

There is also a Senior Aid Program with Czech classes beginning September 12 and ending November 14. These are beginner's classes. These Senior Aid classes are Tuesdays from noon to 12:50 p.m.

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Study the Czech Language by Correspondence Course The School of Independent Learning at the University of Texas presently offers two courses in the Czech language.

Czech 506 and Czech 507 are designed to help beginners develop proficiency in understanding, reading, writing and speaking Czech. By using the texts, study guide, and cassette tapes, students are able to study at home according to their own schedules. Upon completion of each course, the student earns five hours of college credit. Both courses have recently been redesigned by Dr. Kevin Hannan.

For additional information on studying Czech by correspondence, write to: The University of Texas Independent Learning P.O. Box 7700 Austin, Texas 78713-7700 or call toll-free 1-800-252-3461.

"4' Alvin Community College to Offer Conversational Czech Intermediate Conversational Czech will be offered by the Continuing Education Department of Alvin Community College on Tuesday nights from 7 to 9 pm. from September 17 to November 19. The class will meet at Pearland High School at 3775 South Main in Pearland.

Students of Czech descent as well as any interested persons are welcome to register for this non-credit course.

Conversational Czech has been taught at ACC since 1973. Czech language instruction fosters awareness and understanding of cultural pluralism in Texas.

To further this understanding, the class will learn Czech geography, culture, arts and food. The history and contributions of Czechs in Texas will also be presented.

The instructor for Conversational Czech will be Bernard Pivonka, who has a degree in history and Czech from the University of Texas in Austin.

There is no tuition for this course. It is If your school, university or lodge plans to have a Czech language class this fall and you are interested in a grant from the SPJST, please contact the SPJST Home Office and request a form for Czech language allocations.

Assistance available annually is: Universities—S1,000 Colleges—$800 High Schools $600 Local Lodges-5200 per each 15-hour class and not to exceed $400 annually

funded by the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST).

Registration is in the Continuing Education office at Alvin Community College or may be accomplished by telephone at (713) 388-4684. Registration will also be available the first night of class.

VVV Lodge 88, Houston Czech Class Begins Septemb To All Past, Present, and Prosp,,ii Interested Czech Language Students, We are pleased to announce that note: Czech Language Instructor William I (Bill) Souchek will be teaching his thin. fourth class or instruction course of th.

Czech language.

Classes resume at the SPJST Lodge 88 at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas, on Monday, September 16 and every Monday thereafter (except every second Monday - lodge meeting night), for another ten class presentations, ending with the final class on Monday, December 2. As usual, classes start promptly at 7:-,0 p m and continue to 9:30 p.m. with a refreshment break around 8:30 p.m.

Interested in learning or brushing up on your Czech language? Come join us, the largest Czech class in the state, and hear Bill Souchek and his homespun style of teaching, laced with many of the old sayings and phrases we love to remember.

Look forward to seeing you there!

Lou Muniza, Class Coordinator

VVV Fall Czech Classes at Austin Community College The following Czech classes will be offered this fall: Conversation Czech I CSC-2-322-040 is being offered for the student with little or no background in the Czech language.

Emphasis is on vocabulary, pronunciation, and beginning conversation. No prerequisite is required. Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Reagan High School. Class begins September 3 and continues for seven weeks for 21 hours.

Conversation Czech H CSC-3-763-040 is a continuation of Czech I designed for students who have some knowledge of Czech or completed Czech I. Emphasis is on improving vocabulary, basic sentence structure, and speaking skills. Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Class begins in October .

Registration for this class begins presently at ACC Administration Building at Highland Mall. For further information, call (512) 223-7525.

Submitted by, Dorothy Bohac, Austin, Texas

These allocations are on a first come basis as long as allocated funds are available. Make your requests to: SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 For more details about the program; please contact State FAC: Frank Klinkovsky at 1 (800) 72-SPJST. —SPJST-

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Velmi aspegna pracovni schfize CEFT Jan Vacua Pravidelng etvrtletnf schOze eske vzdelavacf nadace statu Texas, zname pod zkratkou CEFT, The Czech Educational Foundation of Texas, se konala dne 10.srpna 1996 po desthe hodine odpoledne na presidentky nadace, sestry Grace Skrivankove, manielce po zesnulem obnoviteli einnosti nagf nadace bratru J.J. Sktivankovi, ktery se velmi zaslotail o poeateenf obnovenou dinnost nal nadace v osmdesatych letech. Budova na rani Skfivankovy rodiny je postavena ye slohu jilanskych obydlf z minuleho stoletf se sloupy v eelnf e gsti budovy, v prIzemf jsou pracovnf mfstnosti, kuchyne, jfdelna a obyvacf pokoj a v prvnfm poschodf jsou loinice a ostatnf potrebne mfstnosti. Selo budovy je postaveno takfka v pravem tihlu k silnici efslo 21 z BryanCollege Station oblasti do Caldwellu a dale na Austin a San Marcos do Lareda na hranici se starym Mexikem spojujfcf dye hlavnf dalnice, to je efslo 45 a 35, strednf eastf Texasu jako puvodnf kralovsk g cesta z vychodnfho Texasu do San Antonia.

Schfize se konala v prizemf v obyvacfm pokoji, ktery byl dostateene prostorny pro pohodlne umfstenf takfka v gech feditelO a navgtevnfku. Schfize se tegila hojne tidasti vgech drednikfi nadace.

Po tivodnich formalitach jsme pfistoupili okamiite k programu schOze. Po privitanf pfftomnych a podekovinf sestfe Skrivankove za pohostinstsvf v jejfm dome predseda Sboru feditelu, bratr Clinton Machthut, pripomenul, le doposud je nutno obsadit mfsto tajemnika nadace, ktery odegel do vysltaby.

Dale jsme vyslechli zpravu pokladnfka nadace, bratra Bena Trealka, Jr., ktery poslal pekny darek na uctenf pamdtky bratra Viktora Petra, nageho f editele z Houstonu, ktery nedavno zemfel po telke nemoci. Dale uvedl, Slovanske podporujfcf jednota statu Texas, znamg podzkratkou SPJST, pfedala darek v dastce deset tisfc dolarO do pokladny nadace pro zalotenf nadace pH A a M universite.

Pokladnfk Taglek take oznamil, nadace obdriela velmi pekny nekolikatisfcovy obnos od gtedre darkyne ve prospech na gf nadace, avgak dgrkyne sama si preje zirstat neznamou. Nage nadace pak pogle zvligtnf dopis s podekovanfm na adresu agenta teto dgrkyne.

Nepochybujeme o torn, le kaida , i sebemengf anebo sebevetlf eastka je nynf potrebng pro nagi nadaci, abychom dspegne dokonali sbfrku na zaloienf nadace pro morayske

studenty na universite v College Station. Tato nadace bude slouiit jako finanenf za bezpeeenf techto studentO, protoie pffspevek z nadace bude jen vylepgenfm finanenf situace prfpadneho kandidata titulu doktora liberalnfch umenf. V soueasne dobe jsme asi na polovine cesty k celkove eastce 250 tisfc dolatt.

Presidentka nadace, sestra Grace Skrivankov g zdCtraznila, le Wine vyttlit vgechny manosti zfskanf novych pffspevk0 do pokladny nadace a schopnych feditelfi nadace.

Vice president Marvin Marek navrhl, aby nadace pomohla usporadat na universite i vyueovani degtiny pro ve fejnost a povzbudit zajem v okolf.

Potrebujeme navazat dobre vztahy s ostatnfmi krajanskymi spolky a organisacemi. Rovnei nag odborny poradce, bratr Sidney Kacff, by mel jii predlolit predbany navrh smlouvy meni nadacf a universitou v nag prospech.

Pfedseda Sboru feditela, bratr Clinton Machann, ye sve zprave zdfiraznil velmi zasluinou praci dnes jii zesnulych bratrO Skrivankovych a jejich rodin a pribuznych obnovenf prace nadace.

Mfstopfedseda Woody Smith podal zpravu o zaloienf Kulturnfho stfediska eeske komunity v Houstonu a vysvetlil, le toto stredisko nenf vysledkem einnosti TOCA a nenf zaloieno podle predstav ostatnich spollal a organisacf a le TOCA pokraeuje ve vyberu mista pro celostatnf stredisko kultury s museem, knihovnou s informaenfm stfediskem o nagf praci. Po zaloienf takoveho stfediska je nutno uvaiovat o kvalifikovanem personalu pro potreby celeho stfediska, tito aide musf byt ochotni obetovat as i penfze pro einnost stfediska, zvlagte ye skansenu a na farme, kde se bude predvddet iivot na gich pionyrO v Texasu jako ye skuteenosti.

Bratr Roger Kolar podal zpravu o nagf poslednf schuzi spojene s pfednagkou na Texaske universite v Austinu a pochvalne se vyjadfil o prObehu schOze i prednagky a uvedl, le mnozf navgtevnici se pochval ne vyjadfili a men dobry dojem z einnosti Katedry eeskeho jazyka, literatury a kultury. Oznamil, profesor Prochazka prijede tento podzim na universitu a zaene organisovat einnost katedry na ponekud rozumnej gim zaklade.

Konstatoval, le universitnf hodnostari se dobfe nestarajf o propagaci eegtiny a nepokladajf kulturnf east vyu6ovanf jako souUst jazykove vyuky. Vybor nagf nadace pro dohled einnosti katedry musf byt velmi opatrny, aby si universita nedelala veci podle sve libosti.

Pak predseda Sboru feditehl, bratr Machann, uvedl drobne zpravy o

bratr David Chroust, pods zpravu o stavu texaskych musef, knihoven a archfv0 a utvofenf prIpadnych kulturnich stredisek. Bratr Chroust vykonal velikou praci v teto oblasti pro nagi nadaci a university a zpravu o prfibehu sjezdu SVU v Brne pods v prfgtf schfizi. Dale oznamil, dosavadnf angl•cky pfgfcf dopisovatelka, sestra Geraldina Nekulova, podala resignaci a tato funkce se uvolnila pro prfpadneho zajemce. Sbor feditelfi vyjadfil vdeenost za dosavadni praci eesky pfgfcfho dopisovatele, ktery se vidy snail vykonavat svou praci tak, jak nejlepe dovedl. S tfm souvisf take easta publicita v texaskem a i mezinarodnfm tisku, proto/e tieel zaloienf nadace pfi universite v College Station pfesahuje vyznam ndeho statu a kdokoliv male prispet na zalotenf teto nadace, prispfv g na nadaci na veene easy. V gicni darci budou verejne oznameni, s vyjimkou tech, kteff vyslovne poladajf o anonymitu, rovnei diplomy a jine naleiite podekovanf bude udeleno kaldemu i sebemengfmu (lard pffspevku podobne, jak se stalo ukoneenf sbfrky na zaloienf katedry eeskeho jazyka na Texaske universite v Austinu, avgalc po nabytf tditeenych zkugenostf bude vykonana tato east price gvihem. Zdjemci o na l praci anebo podporovatele nagf nadace vyplitte geky na CEFT c/o Treasurer a poglete je na adresu: Ben Trealek, Jr., Rt. 3, Box 111A, Caldwell, TX. 77836.

Pfedseda Machann zdfiraznil, le s prIchodem podzimu je wino oeekgvat nav gtevnfky rOznych festivalfi, kde je mono rozdavat informadd broiurky a tistne predgvat informace o nasef praci.

Nejtispegnejgf propaganda je osobnf kontakt se zajemcem o nagi praci a nage nadace potfebuje nejenom darce velkych eastek penez, ale i male dame pen& a take pracovnfky to drobne prace, ktera je velmi dOldita pro einnost kaideho spolku, protoie podporujeme nejenom penezi, ale take hospodafenfm s penezi a zfskavame tak dfiveru rodiefi, kteff poglou svoje deti do gkol, na university a podpoff na gi vec tleastf na festivalech a krajan skych podnicfch.

V zaveru schfize mfstopfedseda bratr. Smith oznamil, le v Texaskem institutu kultury vystavka o zasluine einnosti nagich krajanfi bude upravena a zlep gena ale elenove nagich spolku v San Antoniu a okolf se postarajf o to, aby tato vystavka byla dfistojnym podflem zasluh krajan na dejinach Texasu. Penfze jsou jil v pokladne a vytvofenf vystavky jil probfli g zasluhou Spoleenosti eeskeho dedictvf.

Potfebujf v institutu detske veci, sjezdu SVU v Brne, kde na g reditel, panenky a podobne. Wei je mono

pujeit na dva roky a pak je institut vracf. Dale doporueil, abychom o sve einnosti informovali vgechny osobnosti, presidenty podniku a spolkO, ktere majf zajem o krajanske zaleiitosti v Texasu.

PrIgti schOze se bude konat 5. f fjna 1996 v Templu v budove Slovanske podporujfcf jednoty statu Texas v deset hodin a tficet minut rano. Nage schOze jsou verejne a demokraticky vedene, prftomnost nav gtevnfkfi a zajemcfi o na l praci je vidy vftana a ocenena.

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Karel Vacek Lubotar Dortlika Osinf east Jenie na maminku byl tenhle pracovnf naklad prece jen prflig teiky. Asi po roce r. 1911 -- se Vackovi stehovali znovu, tentokrat do Brevnova, na roh likovy a Husovy ulice; tatfnek se na as znovu vratil do Vysoean, kde se jeho neglastny kamarad stale jegte pokougel vyrabet piana. A kdyi se znovu, ted definitivne pfesvedeil, le tyto pokusy nemajf vyhlfdku na tispech, pfijal mfsto v Ringhofferovce na Smichove, kde jako truhlat nastoupil do oddelenf vyroby luxusnfch vagonfi.

Tohle putovanf po praffskych etvrtfch poskytlo Karlu Vackovi prflelitost nahlednout do drobnych radovanek tehdej gfch Pralanfi. Dam ve Vysoeanech path! panu domacfmu koulovi, na ktereho se v rodine dlouho vzpomfnalo jako na „moc hodneho pana". Tatfnek mel tehdy doma Fuchs& gramofon; zfskal ho zrejme od pana gefa za relijnf cenu. Byl-li nekdy v sobotu odpoledne doma, vynesl matinku nachodbu pod schody a hrde si pfieapnul na bobek. Byla to tehdy vzacnost snad prvnf gramofon ye vysoeanske delnicke rodine. Sotva se ozvaly prvnf Orly, shlukli se najemnici na chodbe a bez dlouheho pobfzenf se dali na chodbe do tance.

Pan domdcf poslal pro dvoulitrovy &ban piva do hospody, a to bYval _Karl& tikol. Hospoda stela na namestfeku na Harfe, a vysoeansky Kind thanks are extended to Henry Peck of South Charlestown, Ohio and author Lubomir Doruzka of Prague, Czech Republic for making possible the publication of Karel Vacek. This week's text marks the eigth installment. An English translation of the novel is currently running in The Texas Polka News. For subscription information, please contact Publisher and Editor Julius Tupa at (713) 468-2494, or write The Texas Polka News at P.O. Box 800183; Houston, Texas 77280.

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lid jf prezdfval U lcralovny Mandiurie; proe, to Vackovi zestalo zahadou. Kdyi se odtud vratil s vrchovatym dibankem piva, byla na chodbe zabava v pinem proudu.

Ve114 glagr byl tehdy dal g f opus Franti g ka Kovaffka star g fho, pochod Pod tou na g f lfpou. Text k nemu napsal Antonin t ern9, jehoi basnieky zhudebnoval i Kmoch. Ale podobne jako y e znamem lidovem dopliiku „policajt seIral butte v Kmochove pochodu Pode mlejnem, nade mlejnem, touha zpfvat pfesahovala east melodie, jet byla vzhrazena zpevu, a pfelevala se do instrumentalnich figur a v9pInf. Zpevalc na desce uz skoneil trio, ale Karel Vacek dobfe rozjafenf najemnfci budou polcraeovat v improvizovan9ch ver g fch i pies instrumentalnf mezihru: „carara, mel jsem holku hezkou carara, ted nemam nic."

Na Betlemskem namestf, proti dal g fmu sfdlu Vackov9ch, byla zase hospoda U Halankii. To bylo dostavenfelco feznfkit; ostatne i v dome 4. 1004 mel jeden z nich provozovnu. Pan Vacek prichazel k Halankiun posadit se jen talc, ale fletnieku mfval v kapse. U stolu sedaval take harmonik gr, a v sobotu veeer, kdyi zaeala reznicka nalada stoupat, staeilo, aby hostinsk9 na sveho hosta v9znamne pohlecll a prohlasil: „No tak, pane Vacek, vyndejte to!" A pH harmonice a fletne se zplvalo dlouho do noci.

Ve glikove ulici v Brevnove byl hostinec prfmo v dome, do nehoi se Vackovi nastehovali. Hostinsky pan Hilmajer byl tictyhodn9ch rozrnere, vatil snad sto dvacet kilo a potrpel si na muziku. Na zkou g ky se tu schazela amaterska kapela. Tatfnek hral nabasu, a kaidy etvrtek veeer se tu pilne obehravaly polky a valefky, Ictere vydavalo nalcladatelstvf Emila g tolce na smfchovske Nikolajce. Byly instrumentovany tak, aby vyznely i v co nejmeng fm obsazenf, a take naroenost parts byla prizpfisobena amatersk9m muzikantilm, kteff majf eas oprag it nistroj pave jen sobotu veeer, kdy/ jdou do hospody vyhravat.

Ale vedle toho hraval tatfnek i v druhe kapele. 'Vedl ji listono g pan Lustig, chlap jako hora mefil snad dobre dva metry. Hral na Es klarinet a tento miniaturnf n gstroj byl v jeho mohutn9ch dlanfch skryt tak, a jej nebylo ani videt. A jestlite v brevnovske hospode na Marjance nekteremu frajerovi stoupla nalada trochu moc do hlavy, staeilo, aby pan kapelnfk jenom v9znamne slezl z pOdia a v9hrulne na nej pokynul -- a jak se zplva v dobove pfsni, „tadnej nevyrugoval".

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SlezAti Chodove JSza Vochala M dosud je tarter neznamd, Chodove na g umave meli svej protej g ek na vychodnf hranici nekdej g fho desketio statu na TeUnsku a sice v jablunkovskych horach, kde na slersko-uherskych hranicfch vice

nei 300 let konali strainf a vojenskou sluibu talc zv. valagtf „Vybranci" z podhorskych vesnic slerskych, k tomu tieelu zvla gi vybfranf a cvieenf.

Proifvali tu pohnute doby a kdyi byli zbaveni svych pra y , upadli v zapomenutf. A piece slu/by vlasti prokazane byly na tehdej g f dobu velmi cenne.

Hlavnfm tikolem Valachii -Vybrancfi bylo hajenf slerskych hranic a Jablunkovskeho priismyku proti tureckemu nebezpeef, potom proti uherskym a sedmihradskym povstalcfim a nakonec melt) se tu znemoinovat spojenf slerskych a slovenskych evangelfkil proti cfsaii, ale to tenkrate i ozbrojenci na hranicfch dr/eh s evangeliky, proto byly sbory Vybrancil rozpou gteny a nahrazovany cfsaiskymi posadkami.

Na hranicfch Te g fnska a Uher, na jablunkovskych horach, postavili za tureckeho nebezpeef slez gtf stavove pet velikych a nekolik mengfch opevnenf eili g anef'', jei na tehdejgf dobu byly velrni dukladn6 staveny na obranu zeme. Hlay nf z nich zrovna nad tunelem, v Jablunkovskem prfismyku, ae ve zifceninach, zachoval dodnes sve hradby, vodnf pifkopy a cely pfidorys.

Z tohoto hlavnfho fiance, u nehoi byl i kostelfk a hibitov, oviadan byl cely retez pohranienich gancft a opevnenf, na nichi konali vojenskou povinnost Vybranci z knfiecfch dedin a po Komornf Lhotku. V doW tricetiletd valky sloulilo tu z 48 valagskych vybrancfi, z Bukovce 21, z Pfsku 16, z Javofinky 14, dale byli tu Vybranci z Naysf, Hradku, Milikova, Bystiice, Oldrichovic, Gutfiv, Smilovic, Komornf Lhotky a Reky. Tyto obce mely take povinnosti budovati a opravovati fiance, zasobovati je apod., coi konaly mist° roboty. Zato braly volne dievo z less, obyvatelstvo Maga z Mosta mohlo svobode nositi zbrane, loviti zvei a ryby.

Pozdeji se rodiny VybraneS usazovaly na pasekach a kopaninach kolem g anef' a talc na katastru obce Mosty nad prasmykem vznikla osada fiance zvand, ktera ma samostatne efslo y anf chalup a na katastru Javoiinky u maleho fiance osada, kdysi Horiay a, dues Hreava zvana.

Puvodne byli Vybranci na jablunkovskych horach hodne samostatnf i po stance vojenske.

Jejich administrativnfm spravcem, soudcem a vojensk9m ndeelnficem byl dedien9 fojt dediny mosta, jrnenovany te/ east() valagskym vojvodou, kter9 mel zvlagtnf pravomoc a tail se u kndecfch tirade na zamku v f eskem Tegfne znaenernu vlivu. Vlada te g inska se k nemu obracela jako k iirednf ()sae, v g ak v jeho rukou soustfeaovala se veg kera obrana pohranienfch gance.

M do roku 1600 byl ndeelnfkern Vybrance a vala g skym vojvodou Martin, po nem roku 1621 Jura a pied rokem 1630 Vaclav Vevoda, patrne to fojtove na svobodnem statku a fojtstvf v Mostech. Po roce 1630 byl dedienym fojtern, valagskym vojvodou a rdeelnfkem Vybrance v Mostech Jan Gebast, r.

1680 Martin Gebast, tee Gebastis a Seratoris v titednfch listingch zapisovanf. Byli velmi bohatf,

naleiely jim vedle privilegovantho fojtstvf v Mostech i selske grunty v Nivsf a Hradku.

Idylicke easy byly tu na ganefch, kdyi sem ke konci roku 1604 pfibyl s detnou y Ypravou teg fnsky knife Adam Vacla y . A bylo to nad g enf a slavy, kdyi se s y yrni vernymi Valachy-Vybranci vypravil vojenskym taborem na zpupne Uhry a± k Ziline.

A tak tu domacf Vala g i bud sami, nebo za posily posadek slerskych stave chranili hranice proti tureckemu a uherskemu nebezpeef ai do roku 1640, kdy cfsaf Ferdinand III. valag sk9 ozbrojen9 sbor Vybrance rozpustil a nahradil ioldack9mi vojaky z pluku Tappova a sice na nalclad mesta Mina. Potom tam pfi g li mu g ketyti a jine cfsaiske pluky, po vet g ine nemecke.

K domacfmu valagskemu obyvatelstvu nebylo devery pro jejich naboienske sympatie s uherskymi a slersk9mi evangelfky a potom bylo tu tfeba vet g fho vojenskeho vycviku.

Rozpu gtenf vala g tf Vybranci brani pouze k vyzvednym slidbam a pracem pri oprave g ance, ale mezi nimi a nemeckymi posadkami dochazelo k prudkym sporem, hadkam, dokonce i k bojem. Hladovf a gpatne zasobovanf vojaci cizfch pluky rabovali v dedinach, a tak jit roku 1645 ialuje velitel cfsarske posidky, a byvaly ngeelnfIc Vybrance pfepadl vojsko a v bitce nekolik vojake padlo a neco se dostalo do zajetf. Tento porn& se pak zvligte kdyi vazlo zdsobovanf a placenf iolku vojensk9m posadkam, talde tyto se zbranf v nice ve velkein vyrabovaly cely kraj, take home vojake bylo mesto Jablunkov i s okolnfmi dedinanni temer liduprazdne. Zasobovanf jablunkovskeho okresu bylo piece jen svfzelne, takie mezi dornacfmi Vybranci a cizackymi vojsky, ktere chodilo rekvirovat potraviny horalem, dochazelo ke stalym sporem a dokonce i bojem. Proto bylo cizf vojsko zase odvolano a na fiance povoldni na eas opetne Vybranci.

Ale za selsk9ch rebelif div ie se Vybranci nepripojili k revoltujfcfm sedlikern, proto tlfady ztratily k nim diiveru. Byli potom pouifvani k opravovanf g ancS, opevnenf a cest.

Ale za valek o Slersko, Ictere nam rval prusk9 Bedfich Hohenzollern, byli cfsafovnou Marif Terezif valagtf Vybranci znovu volani do zbrane na fiance. Ve v g ech kndecfch dedinach, naletejfcfch pod te g filskou komoru, provaden opetne v9I p er eili 'labor Vybrance a to zvla g te z horskych obcf, kde nebylo tfeba tolik chlape na panske dvory do roboty. Ale to ui byl poslednf nabor Vybrance, ani do boje s Pru g alcy se nedostali, protoie g ame jablunkovskych eskokem zmocnili se Pru g aci a fiance hodne pobofili. A protoie pro Vybrance nebylo kasaren, rozpu g teny byly strane sbory Vybrance navidy.

Dnes le/f fada g anef' v troskach a o slave slerskych Chode -Jablunkovskych Vybrance mluvf jen za/loutle spisy.

Te.ftns4 'calendar 1933 (Kevin Hannan)

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Ueme se eesky Let Us Study Czech!

Lekce osmadvacita—Lesson 28 The Adverb—Pfislovce Adverbs express quantitative, qualitative, relational, or circumstantial determinations, such as notions of place, time, manner, cause, result, or purpose.

Some adverbs are used to modify the sentence as a whole and not any certain word, like: snad— perhaps, ov gemof course.

Adverbs are simple, relative ("connective") or interrogative. They are derived from other parts of speech— nouns, adjectives, pronouns, or verbs.

Examples: doma (at home), domu (home) dole, dolii (downstairs) vesel9 (merry)— vesele (merrily) dlouh9— dlouho (for a long time) tesk9— Usky; anglick9— anglicky kdo (who) kde (where), zde (here), v§ude (everywhere)— PLACE kdy (when), tehdy (at that time) vidy (always)—'TIME jak (how), tak (so), nejak (somehow), nijak (in no way)— MANNER es.

Compound adverbs are adverbs formed by combining a preposition with a declinable word in its particular case. Example: docela (completely)— do plus cela (a

whole) potom (afterwards)— no plus tom (loc. of to) *** An adverb stands in the same relation to a verb as an adjective to a noun: miij otec v&ra prijel do ChicagovUrej§i prijezd meho otce do Chicago.

4.•* Here are some adverbs derived from adjectives: rych19 (quick)— rychle (quickly) tep19 (warm,— teple (warmly) krasn9 (beauti:u1)— krasne (beatidulIY) (good)— dobfe (in a good way) mnk9 (soft)— mekce (softly) chud9 (poor)—.chude (poorly) bohat9 (rich)— bohate (richly) drah9 (dear)— draze (dearly) Neuter nouns are sometimes used, in the function of adverbs, as predicatives. Example: Je teplo, chladno, sucho, draho, atd.

There is often a semantic difference in the suffixes—E and —0: Ptak leti vysoko, nizko Dnes je teplo Dnes je chadno To je vysoce zajimave Ten Novel( sm9gli nizce Jsem teple obleten Pfijal ho chladne *** Suffixes— sky and— cky (from the same adjective endings). mluviti tesky, polsky, nemecky, anglicky, dinsky atd.

22/VESTNfIC-4.zata 1996 A word about the suffixes— eji and —eji (eji) The suffix— ej gi a ejgi are ADJECTIVE endings: rychlej gf, pravidelnej gf, zdravtjgi.

For adjectives ending in —14, —ekk, —o14, these endings are dropped and is added to the stem, so that s and z become g and 2, so: girokjr-- girgf and the suffix ei is added in a small group of adjectives, so: leh-14—lehN hezkj/—hezei inekk9—meki *** The suffix— eji and eji are the ADVERB endings: rychleji pravidelneji zdraveji lehteji hezteji micteji Notice that there is an element of ACTION, OR DOING in the above words. *** The superlative degree is formed by the prefix nej—Example: nejkrasntj gi, nejlehti, nejblii, nejkrO gneigf, etc.

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Some Problems of Spelling. !) The spelling of -n- and -nn-.

AdjectivPs derived from nouns by suffixes -nj, and -ni have double -nnonly if -n- appears at the end of the base of the word, from which it is derived.

Observe: den — dent,/ (daily), cenacennj (valuable), rano— ranni(mornjag), but.ranjr (early, telefonni.

Also adverbs derived from the above adjectives (suffix -e), the comparative and superlative (suffix -ejgi) and nouns (suffix -ost) have double -nn-.

Observe: denni— denni, cennf— nejcennj g f, povinnj (obligatory)— povinnost (duty, obligation).

-ice, -Ina are precedBut sufli.:e: ed by -'- ole -n-.

Obser dennf-- derulc (diary), cennS,— cenik (price list), kamenkamennSr— kamenik (stone-mason)— kamenina (pottery))— Kamenice (name of a river), sklo— (za) sklent4 (gla7 , d)— sklenik (glass-house)— sklenice (glass), u6nnji— u6nneOinnost (effective- effect, operation), vjrkon (performance, achievement)— v5,konnj,— vSfkonnost (efficiency).

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 2 3/8" x 5" $12.50 47/8" x 5" $25.00 10" x 5" $50.00 COMMERCIAL RATES Applies to all advertising not related to promoting SPJST lodge events $25.00 2 3/8" x 5" $50.00 4 7/8" x 5" 10" x 5" $100.00 For more information, contact the editor at (817) 773-1575.

2) The spelling . of the syllable -mnecan be either -mne- or -me-, not only in the forms of the personal pronoun ji, but also in front of suffixes of adverbs (-e) and comparative or superlative of adjectives (-ejif), if the base of the word ends in -n.

Observer rozumnf — rozumnerozumneN, but: znan4— znamejgi Note: The word tamefft (of the place, opposite to zdej.fi) is not a comparative, therefore no -n-.

Past and passive participles have -n-, if it also appears in the present forms.

Observe: rozumfm— rozumelrozumet, vzpomenu— vzpomenoutvzpomnel (also vzpomenul), similarly zapomnel, pomniika (forget-me-not).

Key to the exercise from lesson 92: StaromestskSrm, namestfm, letali, holubi, nabita, 6ernSrmi, pismeny, Mem, papife, chteli, bychom, tim, vajfku, bilek, leto gnf, obill, byla, neobyZejne, zalibila, deti, mi, ly, velikou, babieka, nevidi, deti, nechavajf, talifi, zbytky, hodiny, odbily, byla, bitva, Bile, byt6, moderni, nabytek, dtivej gich, vozili, lide, semlit, obili, mlyna, blffila, bylo, sly get, videt, blesky, domacfch, cviUnich, udelaly, studentky, nekolik, chybieek, maminka, vati, kuchyni, plynovem, jezdim, hory, ly2ovat, nejradeji, chytat, ryby, tide, vzlykal, polykal, slzy, mluvf, plynne, nekolika, jazyky, umyj, oblitej, mSrdlem, velika, misa, polevky, promitite, asi, sttedisko, textilniho, prumyslu, ozSrval, veselSr, smith, divek, ti ge, odmykal, moderniho, spisovatele, vypravel, py gne, hvezdy, ttpytily, stfibro, unaveni, klopktali, kamenite, turiste, spali, stany, spacich, pytlich, jite, radi, sStry, syrova, zelenina, velice, rni, krabitku, sirek, posolfme, posypeme, paprikou, bratrovi, chlapci, maji, synovci, malif, syte, barvy, stromy, usychaly, zvftezil, sprintu, brzy, zival, profesorovi, musi g , vykat, vSrchodnf, vitr, ptinesl, potasi lide, stali, vysokern, kopci, rozhlfeli, kraji, vitame, silny vichr, vitil, listi, vynagel, vSle. JAN HOLUB Mili Eternal, nab kurs eegtiny konei.

Doufime, fe jste si s nal pomoci prohloubili a upevnili sve znalosti eegtiny.

Do dalgiho studio vim ptejeme mnoho zdearu a nashledanou nekdy v teskoslovensku.

—SPJST-

Now Enrolling in Temple

Wilson

School of Art Art Lessons - All Ages Accepted Instruction offered in the following Basic and Advanced Drawing Pencil Pastels Pen and Ink Basic and Advanced Painting Acrylics Oils Watercolor Portraits - Pencil and Pastel

For more information or to register, please call (817) 778-7061 • Temple

SPJST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Sunday, September 8—Lodge 6 Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, September 14—WHS Class of 1966 School Reunion Saturday, September 21—Wedding Saturday, October 5—Urban Family Reunion For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (817) 826-5863. .*

The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. On premises catering available. For information, call the hall at (512) 352-9139.

LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m

LODGE NO. 38, KOVAR Sunday, September 8—Dinner at 11:30 a.m. and Country Auction at 1:30 p.m. Dinner will consist of fried chicken, stew and all the trimmings. Plates to go also available. $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 12 and under.

Everyone is invited.

LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX Local lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Sunday, September 8—Dance Club with Moravian Kats, 4-8 p.m.

Monday, September 9—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, September 21—Benefit Dance for Buckhoits and Burlington Volunteer Fire Departments, Jerry Haisler, 8-12 Saturday, Sept. 28—Private Wedding Reception Local lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7 p.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. 18, ELGIN Sunday, September 8—Central Texas Sounds, 3-7 p.m. ($6 per person) Sunday, September 22—Leroy Rybak's Swinging Orchestra, 3-7 p.m. ($5 per person) Sunday, September 29—Tony Janak Orchestra, 3-7 p.m. ($5 per person) For rentals and reservations, call Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534. Band Bookings: Artie Monson at (512) 281-3711 or (409) 2635260. Most of our Saturday night dances are held from 8:30 until 12:30. Lodge meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at'7:30 p.m., unless otherwise stated. * **

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Sunday, September 8—Youth Club Meeting, 2 p.m. Grandparents will be honored and refreshments will be served.

Monday, September 9-50-year Pin Presentation; watch Vestnik for details.

Saturday, September 14—Fall Karaoke and Dance Night, 8-12. See youth section for details.

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 (817) 985-2556. * **

LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Friday, September 6—Festival of Trains Saturday, September 7—Festival of Trains Sunday, September 8—Festival of Trains Thursday, September 12—Lodge Meeting, 8 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 6—Trojacek Family Reunion, 11 a.m.

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 Charlie Pa6k at (214) 878-9982 or the hall at (214) 875-8381 and leave a message. ***

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Friday, Aug. 30—Joe Hamilton and the Barn Burners Friday, September 6—Granger Polka Boys Friday, September 13—Joe Hamilton and the Barn Burners Friday, September 20—Kevin Yoeman and the Blue Crowns Friday, September 27—High Cotton Sunday, October 6—Granger Polka Boys (upstairs), 3-7 p.m.

Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., sponsored by Lodge 29 Youth Club parents. Adult lodge meetings are every second Sunday of the month at 4 p.m.

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LODGE NO. 35, ELK 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 rental information, call (817) 875-2156. *5*

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LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are held every third Sunday of each month. Lunch is at 12:30, followed by meeting and social. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items. ***

LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Wednesday, September 11—Quarterly Meeting, 7 p.m. Fraternalist of the Year to be selected. Meal will be served.

Games every Monday night at 7:30 p.m.; Games License No. 1-76-0053964-1. *5*

LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, September 7—No Dance Sunday, September 8—Battle Dance with Fritz Hodde and Fabulous Six and Jerry Haisler and Melody Five, 2-8 p.m.

Saturday, September 14—No Dance Monday, September 16 -- Board Meeting, 7 p.m.

Friday, September 20—Family Night with hamburgers and games, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 21—King of Swing Tuesday, Sepember 24 — Choral group resumes practices, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 28—Leo Majek Orchestra Saturday, October 5—Fruit Harvest Dance with music by the Czech Harvesters from Dallas 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. 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 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 Friday, September 6—Third quarterly meeting at 7 p.m. Come out and enjoy the business meeting, an interesting speaker and social.

For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (817) 826-5990 (night) or (817) 826-5343 (day). *** LODGE NO. 66, WACO Friday, September 6—Cherokee Rose Saturday, September 7—Apache Tears Saturday, September 14—Texas Connection Saturday, September 21—Private Wedding Friday, September 27—No Dance Saturday, September 28—Texas Trio Sunday, September 29—Battle Dance with Vanek Polka Band of Dallas and Jerry Haisler of Temple. Doors open at I p.m. Dancing from 2-7 p.m. Bar and kitchen will be open.

Game nights (Taroky, dominoes, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Members, please bring snacks. ***

LODGE NO. 74,1LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Monday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m.

Permit No. 1-75-1052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open.**

Wednesday, September 4, 1996—VESTNIK/23

Join the Fun Now!

Wednesday September 18 SPJST Lodge No. 84, Dallas goes to Bossier City, Louisiana and the Isle of Capri Casino! $25 per person Pre-paid, First Come, First Served, Limited Seating Capacity Chartered bus will leave from Lodge 84 at 2625 Floyd Street at 6:30 a.m.

• Leaving Bossier City at 6:30 p.m. ♦ Coffee, Doughnuts and Cokes provided by the lodge

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Deadline for payment Sept. 13

Guests Welcome!

For reservations or more info, call Wanda Petr at (214) 352-4397 LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL Saturday, November 30—Veselanka from the Czech Republic; dance from 7-11 p.m.

Sponsored by Lodge 79, Corpus Christi 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, September 7—Super Games, 7 p.m.

Sunday, September 8—Meeting at 2 p.m.

Monday, September 23—American Legion, 7 P.m.

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

LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month. There is a luncheon at noon, followed by the business meeting at 1 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Saturday, September 7—Dance with music by Jodie Mikula Band, 8:30-12:30 ($6 per person) Sunday, September 8-25th Annual Czech Fest featuring booths, games and prizes. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Pork roast dinner from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Adults: $6.50; Children: $3.50.

Free dance from 3 to 6 p.m. with music by the Al Vanek Czech Band Monday, Sept. 16—Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, September 21—Dance with music by the Country Boys, 8:30-12:30 ($6 per person) For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 3524397 or Ben Jarma at 348-1514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557. ***

LODGE NO. 87, TEMPLE Wednesday, September 11-50-Year Member Recognition and Covered Dish Dinner (bring food for family and friends) at 7 p.m., featuring Big Band Music for your dancing and listening pleasure.

Lodge meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Don Alford at (817) 939-7395. ***

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Friday, September 6—Texas Brew; Country and Western; (no one under 16 admitted); $5 per person Saturday, September 7—Sound Connection; Polka and Variety; $6 per person Saturday, September 14—Manny Green; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Friday, September 20—Aubrey Tucker; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Saturday, September 21—Bobby Jones; Polka and Variety; $6 per person Saturday, September 28—Bobby Layne fromNebraska; Big Band Music; Dress Code; $10 per person Games every Thursday; Early Bird Special at 7:15 p.m.; Regular Games at 7:45 p.m.

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

LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, September 8—Polka Dance from 4-8 p.m. Music by Henry Rejcek Orchestra of Ennis Sunday, September 15—Country/Western Music with Make Mine Country from 3-7 p.m.

Saturday, September 21—Czech Heritage Day and 86th Anniversary of formation of SPJST Lodge 92. All-day celebration starting at 11 a.m.

Music by Vrazels and Matulas. Fun, food, dancers, singersand lots of dancing!

Sunday, September 22—Country/Weste n Music by Jerry Hargrove, 3-7 p.m.

Wednesday, September 25—NYL Party at 11 a.m. Open to the public. Gary Lee Orchestra Sunday, September 29—Country/Western Music by Jerry Pierce, 3-7 p.m.

The Stardust Ballroom presents ballroom dancing every Friday, 9-12:30; DRESS CODE; 624-1361. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Game nights are on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 7 to 10 p.m. Ladies Circle meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. ***

LODGE NO. 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge 107 monthly meetings are the second Sunday of every month at 4 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted. ***

LODGE NO. 130, DALLAS Lodge 130 monthly meetings will be held on the third Monday of the month in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. *** LODGE NO. 133, SAN ANTONIO Monthly meetings will be held on the third Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. *** LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON Sunday, September 8—Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

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

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

LODGE NO. 161, LA PARITA Sunday, September 8—Quarterly Meeting at Jourdanton Civic Center at 11:45 a.m. RSVP to Tillie Koch at (210) 569-5627 by noon on Sept. 3. ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, Sept. 7—Tommy Daniels (C/W) Saturday, September 14—Texas Brew (C/W) Saturday, September 21—Sugar Creek (C/W) Saturday, September 28—Kevin Hardin (C/W) Saturday, October 5—Country Delux (C/W) Executive members and Board of Trustees meet every second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.

For reservations, call (713) 487-3297. ***

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, September 7—Southern Pride Saturday, September 14—Backroads Saturday, September 21—Runnin on Empty Saturday, September 28—Short Notice Band Saturday, October 5—Midnight Fire Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month. Trustees' meeting start at 2 p.m. The business meeting starts at 2:30 p.m.

Youth Club meetings are also the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 178, LONGVIEW- KILGORE Lodge meets on the first Thursday of each month at the VFW Post, 4002, Longview. ***

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

LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON All Saturday night dances are from 8:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. Lodge membership monthly meetings are the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m.

Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m. *** LODGE NO. 183, MID-CITIES Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, ,,anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538, (817) 460-8056, or (817) 468-4611. *** 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, September 6—Peoples Choice Saturday, September 7—Backroads Band Friday, September 13—Lonesome Dove Saturday, September 14—Los Familiares Friday, September 20—Debonaires Saturday, September 21—Peoples Choice Friday, September 27—Frontier Saturday, September 28—Lonesome Dove Private party room available. For more information, call 255-1584 Wednesdays from 7 to 11 a.m. *** LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Tuesday, September 10—Special Meeting, 7 p.m. All members are urged to attend.

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. Games License No. 1-74-1960208-5. *** LODGE NO. 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Sunday, September 8—Quarterly Meeting at the First Federal Savings Band Board Room, 2 p.m. Ice cream social to follow meeting. ***

Celebrate

LODGE NO. 191, LUFKIN For dance reservations, call Linda Hancock at 867-4016. To reserve the building for a special occasion, contact Helen Boyd at 632-2849. ***

LODGE NO. 196, HOUSTON-WEST Saturday, September 14—Dance with music

by Long Hard Ride (country/western); 8-12 Sunday, September 29—Battle Dance with Bobby Jones and Henry Repka Tuesday, December 31—New Year's Eve with music by Bobby Jones; 8-12 Watch for our letters in the Vestnik. Regular meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For hall rentals for weddings, birthdays, dances and parties, call (713) 373-9482.

Leave a message. The hall's address is 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas 77429. ***

LODGE NO. 201, NELSONVILLE - BLEIBLERVILLE Regular monthly lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

Post your upcoming lodge events here on the calendar. These are free listings.

—SPJST-

the 25th Annual

Czech Fest atLodge 84, Dallas 2625 Floyd Street • Dallas, Texas

Sunday, September 8 Doors Open 11:30 a.m.

Dinner Served 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.

Adults: $6.50 Children: $3.50 Menu: Pork Roast • Saurkraut • Potatoes • Salad Green Beans • Dinner Rolls • Coffee/Tea • Desserts

Booths • Games • Prizes • Dancing Free dance from 3:00 - 6 p.m. with music by

The Al Vanek Czech Band Saturday, September 7 Dance 8:30 to 12:30 to music by

The Jodie Mikula Band "Czech out" the fun and good times at the

„KOLACHE te FESTIVAL te Featuring the State of Texas Kolache Bake Show and Kolache Eating Contest.

For information, contact the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce at (409) 567-3218

SEPTEMBER 14 9 1996 9 A.M. TO 9 P.M. ON THE SQUARE

IN DOWNTOWN CALDWELL, TEXAS The Kolache Festival is a celebration of the revitalization of Czech heritage, bringing into focus the beauty, talent and delight of the Czech people. Some of the entertainment scheduled includes: The Original Kolache Festival Band, Seaton Beseda Dancers, East Bernard Czech Singers, Burleson County Czech Singers, Kolache Eating Contest, Texas Czech Folk Singers, Kovanda's Czech Band, Parade of Costumes, Chris Rybak - Master Accordionist, Czech Heritage Singers and Dancers of Houston, Czech Heritage Singers of Galveston County, Po.L.K of A. Choral Group, Fayetteville Singers and Dancers, Texas Czech Folk Singers, Jodie Mikula Orchestra, Happy Czech Singers of South Texas, and the Polka Stars, 300 arts and crafts vendors, history displays, antique vendors...

There will also be a 9 a.m. Czech Mass on September 15 recited at St. Mary's Catholic Church

FREE ADMISSION

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Introduce Your Friends to SPJST and Its Valuable Benefits! illr Dates: September 1 - December 31 1996 b

Prizes for Your Lodge

Air Prizes You Can Win: RECRUITER ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

For lodges that assist SPJST in getting

Levels of achievement for recommending

new members, a drawing will be held

new members are: Level 1 -- 5 new members: $50 cash prize

and January) and one lodge will

Level 2

10 new members: $100 cash prize

15 new members: $150 cash prize Level 3 Level 4 — 20 new members: $200 cash prize Level 5

25 new members: $250 cash prize

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Reports will be published monthly in the Vestnik, showing cumulative totals so you can track your

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status in the membership drive.

Cash prizes will be awarded January 31, 1997.

Recruiters who recommend four or fewer new members will be entered into a drawing.

Four names will be selected for a cash prize of $25 each.

monthly (October, November, December receive: 1. SPJST Clock to proudly display in the lodge building (If no lodge building, $50 cash prize will be awarded).

2. $100 to a charity the lodge chooses.

(This donation counts towards a fraternal activity for the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program.)

TOP RECRUITER AWARD The SPJST member and his/her spouse (guest) who recommends the greatest number of new members during the membership drive will be our "Special Guests" at the 1997

3. Recognition in the Vestnik and local newspaper.

Annual Awards Banquet. This will include recognition at the banquet anci.reimbursement for mileage.

Information and Contest Rules •

Furnish names of relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers who are NOT members of SPJST. We encourage you to tell them that you.are recommending them for membership in your lodge and;the valuable benefits SPJST has to offer.

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Complete an SPJST Olympics '96 membership form and return to the SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 or to a local lodge sales representative.

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Any SPJST member, 18 years or older, can participate and assist our sales representatives in getting new members.

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Supreme Lodge Officers, Directors, Home Office Employees, Sales Representatives and their immediate families are encouraged to recruit new members but are not eligible for prizes.

(Sales Representatives will have extra forms available).

Here's Your Ticket to Participate in SPJST "Olympics "%" I SPJST members are encouraged to be a part of the SPJST "Olympics '96" Membership Drive.

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