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Lodge 47, Seaton Homecoming Picnic Lodge 88, Houston Centennial Homecoming LIT Workshop, LaGrange Youth Leaders Quarterly Reports Due Lodge 24, Cyclone 100th Anniversary Celebration SPJST Bestfest, Bell County Expo Center, Belton For more information, please call: 1 - (800) 727-7578, and ask for Barbecue Cookoff Information: Gene McBride Golf Tournament Information: Daryl EntropiKeith Gatewood Tarok Tournament Information: President's Office Lodge, Youth Club and Vendor Booths: President's Office

SPJST State Royalty/Beseda competition SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Youth Club Officers' Workshop ----SPJST-

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Chiidrens' art basis for Czech cultural exchange Want to Dance?

It's been said that "word of mouth" publicity is some of the best advertising you can get. While that may be true, it helps if you have a way with words like seven-year-old letter writer Blake Ryan of Lodge 25, Ennis. Polka lovers from points far and wide converge on Ennis this weekend for the 31st Annual National Polka Festival. SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis serves as host lodge for this year's three-day event. Activities, including the coronation of the Polka Festival King and Queen, begin Friday evening, May 30, at Lodge 25.

Downtown Ennis becomes a sea of activity Saturday morning as people participate in the parade held at 10 a.m. as well as enjoying the street dancing, arts and crafts, Czech foods and pastries, klobase eating contests and much more. (See page 13 and 18 for details.)

Congratulations and best wishe s to all of our 1997 SPJST graduates . • .

Graduates photos appear in this issue

When Barbara Wilson, a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton, traveled to the little village of Zadverice in the Czech Republic about 200 miles east of Prague, she was seeking her family roots, not a cultural exchange of elementary school artwork.

What ,,he found; however, was an opportunity to accomplish both — through the artwork of children. She wants to share some of that experience with others, especially the Czech community in Texas, by hosting a cultural exchange presentation titled Across Two Cultures: Children's Art From Zadverice to Texas.

Scheduled for display in the SPJST Home Office in Temple on June 11 are 50 pieces of art created by students of the Elementary School in Zadverice, Czech Republic. Another 50 pieces provided by the art classes of Ms. Donna Staten at Meredith Elementary School in Temple and Ms. Rhonda Sherrill at Sam Houston Elementar) School in Denton will go on display simultaneously in the Czech Republic. Work in both exhibits was done in a variety of media including drawings, paintings, pastels, watercolors, collage, and weavings. Subject matter ranted horn cowboys, horses, bluebonnets, Hags and landscapes from Texas tudents. Czech students chose mountain scenes, farm animals and lots of fi owers.

Ms. Wilson's search for her own culural idtntity took her to -. L is little 'town

"I thought that it would be very valuable to students in both countries to experience other cultures " of 5,000 in 1994. She knew that she had relatives in the Czech Republic, but she did not begin to get in touch with family history until after she graduated from North Texas University, raised her family and established her business, Wilson School of Art, in Denton and Temple.

Her maternal grandparents had emigrated from Zadverice to Central Texas in their youth.

Following her grandmother's death, Ms. Wilson found in some old family correspondence the names of relatives who were still living in Zadverice. The ip to visit those relatives presented an opportunity to have a private tour of the school. There she- found the artwork and the idea for the cultural exchange.

"I was impressed by the work," she (Continued on page 3.)

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Here's to the s of '97 AClas It's An Exciting Time This week's Vestnik is brimming with vitality, initiative and hope. With this issue, we pay tribute to our 1997 high school and college graduates. The "Class of '97 is pictured alphabetically, beginning at the bottom of page two and continuing through page 13.

Congratulations to all of our young people on their achievement.

Graduation - from high school or college - is an exciting time. It marks the passage from one stage of life to another. For that reason, it can also be a little frightening. That's life.

With things always changing, it's nice to have some stability --- a good friend - someone you can depend on.

The SPJST has the capacity to promote those kind of relationships. It can happen when lodge members work together in the pursuit of meaningful goals. It can be a wonderful feeling!

Forty-five SPJST spring graduates are pictured in this week's issue. Even so, there are others who may not be represented. If you are aware of someone who did not submit a photo and brief biographical sketch, please encourage them to send in their information. They will receive their due recognition in a upcoming issue of the Vestnik.

NO JUNE 11 VESTNIK Please note that there will be no Vestnik published during the week of June 11.

The Vestnik is published weekly except the thsecond week of June and e third week of August. There will be a June 4 issue next week.

• SPJST Receives

ExcelntRaig The A.M. Best Company, a nationwide financial rating service, has assigned the SPJST a rating of A(Excellent). This rating is consistent with the Society's previous rating and reflects the SPJST's "continued strong level of risk adjusted capital and the quality of the investment portfolio," according to a letter received from A.M. Best Assistant Vice President Richard F Kirk.

The future of the SPJST, in large part, rests in our ability to be responsive to the changing financial and fraternal needs of the members and the communities in which we live. The latest report from the A.M. Best Company reflects favorably on our ability to address these needs.

"Graduation

is an exciting time.

It marks the passage from one stage of life to another."

-SPJST-

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (817) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

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Amber is a member of Lodge 88, Houston and a graduate of.

Permian High School in Odessa.

She is the daughter of Mike and Barbara Atkins and the granddaughter of Earline Hoffman and the late Quentin Hoffman and Dianna Atkins and the late Herb Atkins.

Amber plans to attend Vanderbilt University where she will major in Bio-Chemistry.

AMANDA MICHELE BASHINSKI Amanda is a member of Lodge 196, Houston-West and a graduate of Tomball High School. She is the daughter of Debbie Kaluza and Ray Bashinski, Jr. and the granddaughter of Bernie KaluzaJohnson and Ray Bashinkski, Sr. and the late Melvin A. Kaluza and Verna Bashinski.

Amanda will be attending Blinn College this fall.

Wednesday, May 28, 1997—VkSTNIK/3

From the President's Office 1998 SPJST Calendar to Include Local Lodge Events Hey, All SPJST Lodge Presidents: Something new is coming your way!

We are getting ready to prepare for our 1998 SPJST Calendar in which we are offering something new to all our lodges.

The Supreme Lodge will enter one lodge event per lodge on our 1998 calendar. If you wish to submit an entry for the calendar, the deadline for doing so is September 1, 1997.

Best of all—there is no charge to place your lodge's event on the calendar!

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me or Barbara Jean at 1-800-727-7578.

Fraternally, Howard B. Leshikar Supreme Lodge President

—SPJST-

INTEREST RATES ANNUITY I

1998 CALENDAR. BIDS ACCEPTED BEING '-'"G ACcp. b Bids. are now eing accePted Tor pr. ting the 1998 SPJST T in p lease Advisor _SPJST Of (817) 778-5228 K Legal a copy at Printing s3228 for --PY n5. Bids must be .nPecificatib by jui 22, 1997.

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PLEASE SEE BACK PAGE FOR SPJST BESTFEST CONTEST INFORMATION

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES

(Certificates Issued Prior to 4-1-93)

5.25% Annualized Effective 5-1-97 through 7-31-97

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

6.25% Annualized Effective 5-1-97 through 7-31-97

INTEREST RATE FOR UNIVERSAL LIFE 7.00% Annualized

RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Home or Farm Mortgages: 7.00% for 1 to 7 years 730% 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

Effective 5-1-97 through 7-31-97

Childrens' Art (Continued from page 1.) said, noting that the Czech school has no art teachers or formal training.

"Their work was done as projects during class or during their free time at home," she said.

"Also," she added, "I thought that it would be very valuable to students in both countries to experience other cultures, and since Temple has so many Czech descendants, this would be an important way of relating to this ethnic identity. The most personal way for children to communicate is Ihrough their art."

Considering the social upheaval in that part of the world, Ms. Wilson said, "Maybe the best way for everyone to be understood is to speak and listen in the spirit of the quiet art of children."

The event schedule for Across Two Cultures: Children's Art From Zadverice to Texas is as follows:

Lodge Letters Lodge 1, Fayetteville and Fayette County Chapter of CHS Picnic This Sunday SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville and the Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society will hold their annual joint picnic on Sunday, June 1 at 11 a.m. at Polansky's Lake at Rek Hill which is located northeast of Fayetteville. A short business meeting will be held. Members are asked to bring a covered dish for the noon meal. Entertainment will be provided. Guests are always welcome.

Submitted by, Irene Polansky SPJST-

June 11 to 30, 1997

Display of work from Zadverice, Czech Republic SPJST Home Office, Temple July 12 and 13, 1997

Display of work from Czech Republic SPJST 100 Year Anniversary Bell County Exposition Center, Belton July, 1997

Display of Czech art and work of Wilson Art School students Cultural Activities Center, Temple September 3-11, 1997

Display of Czech work Denton, Texas Center for Visual Art SPJST-

5, Pilot Point-Tioga Reports on May Meeting Lodge

The monthly meeting on May 4, 1997, was called to order by President L.E. David. We were saddened by the passing of a long-time member, Sister Bessie Martinek. A moment of silence was observed. Sister Bessie was born February 7, 1898, and she died May 3, 1997, at the age of 99 years.

Reading of the minutes was called for

by President David. Minutes were read

by Elise Koerner, in the absence of Secretary Raymond David. Minutes were accepted as read.

The treasurer's report was given by Sherrie Watkins in the absence of our

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

TIMOTHY W. BEASLEY Timothy is a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor and a graduate of Caldwell High School. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Beasley and the t,arandson of Vlasta Surovik and the late Paul Surovik.

Timothy plans to attend Blinn College in the fall.

KIMBERLY FAYE BREZINA

KIMBERLY ROSE BREZINA

MIRANDA LOUISE BURGE

Kimberly is a member of Lodge 142, Houston and a graduate of Houston Community College. She is the daughter of Shirley and Bob Brezina and the granddaughter of Eldon and Delores Mikeska and Bill and Mary Brezina.

Kimberly plans to pursue a career in office technology.

Kimberly is a member of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi and a graduate of Gregory-Portland High School. She is the daughter of Dennis and Debbie Brezina and the granddaughter of Jack Mutton.

Kimberly, who wants to be a Registered Nurse, will be attending Blinn College in the fall.

Miranda is a member of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi and a graduate of Gregory-Portland High School. She is the daughter of Charlie and Sherrill Burge and the granddaughter of Helen and Wayne Sparks and Agnes and Hank Burge.

Miranda plans to attend Southwest University in San Marcos where she will major in Speech Pathology.

4/ViSTNIK—Wednesday, May 28, 1997 Treasurer Rene Hudspeth.

We were pleased to have our District Three Youth Director Bessie Petr attend our meeting. Sister Petr gave a glowing report on our district youth activities.

Our own Elise Koerner is Second Vice President of the youth program of District Three. At the last meeting of District Three, held at Lodge 92 in Forth Worth, Elise's son, Dustin, was elected Flag Bearer. Keep up the good work, gang.

We're proud of you!

A report on the golf tournament was given by David Fuller. The date has been set for August 23. At the last report it was to be at the Bridlewood Golf Course at Flower Mound. Note: This has been changed to Plantation Golf Course at Frisco, Texas. Further information will be reported as it comes in.

A glowing report was given by Sherrie Watkins on the District Three Meeting.

President David discussed the 100year celebration to be held at Belton, Texas, on July 12, 1997.

It seems that folks sometimes forget to sign in when they come to the meetings, unintentionally, I'm sure. To help them remember, President David asked that we elect a guide. The guide is to make sure that everyone signs in, including our visitors, who we are always glad to have.

Dean Carender was nominated and elected by acclamation.

The potluck lunch was too good.

Most of us, this reporter included, slightly overindulged, unintentionally, of course.

During the meal and before, background music of polkas and waltzes filled the hall. This received many favorable remarks.

Our next meeting will be at 7 p.m. on June 1, 1997.

Winners of the beef raffle were: Third Place—Bobby King of Pilot Point Second Place—Jerry Fabor of Sherman First Place—Jerry Varley of Collinsville Congratulations, guys!

There was a motion to adjourn.

We wish to thank Barbara Rosenkranz, State FAC from the Home Office, for coming to Pilot Point to hold a two-hour workshop on fraternal and vol-

unteer training. Thank you, Barbara, for a very interesting and informative workshop.

Respectfully submitted, Jack Carender, Reporter —SPJST-

surprise you will not want to miss See ya'll there!

Respectfully, Sister Stella Perez —SPJST-

24, Cyclone Posts Kolache/Bread Contests Guidelines Lodge

6, Cottonwood Meets Friday, June 6 Lodge

A friendly reminder for everyone to come out to Lodge 6, Cottonwood on Friday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. for the monthly meeting. Be sure and be on time because the meal is first at this meeting.

All "dads" will be honored at this meeting, so come on out for some good hot dogs with all, the trimmings and some fellowship. Also, the "Show and Tell" is a

Dear Brothers and Sisters, On your mark; get set; bake! All kolache and bread bakers are invited to participate in Lodge 24, Cyclone's Bread and Kolache Baking Contest to be held in conjunction with our lodge's 100th Anniversary Celebration on July 4th.

The guidelines are as follows: 1. The contest is open to bakers of any age. There is no entry fee and you do not need to be an SPJST member to compete.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Tarok Tournament Set for July 19 Lodge 17, New Tabor hosts their Seventh Annual Tarok Tournament on Saturday, July 19, 1997 at the lodge hall in New Tabor. Lodge 17, New Tabor is located east of Caldwell, off Highway 36. Take FM 166 three miles to County Road 225 (sign says Hus Encampment) and then one-half mile to the lodge hall.

Registration for the tournament begins at 8:00 a.m. with play scheduled to start at 9:00 a.m. The $15 entry fee includes a noon meal, snacks and prizes. Players are encouraged to preregister. For more information, please contact Randy Gaas at (409) 596-2606 or Betty Suehs at (409) 596-3340 after 6 p.m.

To pre-register, please send your name, address, area code and telephone number — before July 16 — to: Betty Suehs 801 Dillard • Caldwell, Texas 77836 —SPJST-

2. Limit of five entries per person.

Each kolache entry consists of six of same flavor.

3. There will be five categories: 1. Fruit Kolache (Example: Apricot, Cherry, Peach, Pineapple, Prune) 2. Sausage Kolache (Sausage Wraps) 3. Miscellaneous (Example: Cheese, Cinnamon, Pecan, Poppyseed) 4. Sweet Breads (Example: Cinnamon Rolls, Strudel) 5. Breads (Example: Dark or White Wheat Loaf) 4. Judging is based on taste, texture, and appearance.

5. Bring entries in disposable containers to Flag Hall between 8 and 9 a.m. on Friday, July 4.

Judging begins at 9:15 a.m. Entries may be picked up after the awards presentation at 10:30 a.m.

6. Prizes are as follows for each of the five categories: First Prize —$25 cash plus rosette ribbon (5 points) Second Prize — $20 cash plus rosette ribbon (4 points) Third Prize — $15 cash plus rosette ribbon (3 points) Fourth Prize -- $10 cash plus ribbon (2 points) Fifth Prize — $5 cash plus ribbon (1 point) Honorable Mentions — Ribbon 7. Grand Prize Baker (Most Points) receives grand prize trophy.

For more information about the Fourth of July Celebration and 100th Birthday Party Kolache and Bread Contest, please call (254) 983-3378 after 6 p.m.

All Day Family Fun In addition to the Kolache and Bread Contest, a full day of family-oriented activities is scheduled, including the 5K Centennial Fun Walk/Run at 9 a.m. and Bicycle and Mower Parade at 11 a.m.

Afternoon activities commence at 2 p.m. and will include a program including the recognition of past lodge officers and the

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

JOHN BURL John is a member of Lodge 142, Houston and a graduate of Memorial High School in Houston. He is the son of Fred and JoAnn Buri.

John will be attending the University of Texas at Austin this fall.

SABRINA DIANE BURLESON Sabrina is a member of Lodge 188, Centerville and a graduate of Centerville High School. She is the daugher of Manon Burleson.

Sabrina will be enrolling at Navarro Junior College this fall where she will be pursuing a career in Criminal Justice.

CANDICE MARIE DIVER

BRANDI LYNN DUM

Candice is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Rockdale High School. She is the daughter of Charles and Donna Diver and the granddaughter of Ike and Helen Boswell, Jan and Dom Ferradino and the late Clarence and Myrtle Diver.

Candice plans to attend college and pursue a career as a certified public accountant and lawyer.

Brandi is a member of Lodge 97, Placedo and a graduate of Industrial High School. She is the daughter of Robert and Dianna Dum and the granddaughter of Charles and Yvonne Garrett.

Brandi will be atending Victoria College in the fall and later transferring to the University of Houston in pursuit of a career in teaching.

Wednesday, May 28, 1997—ViSTNIK/5 presentation of 50-year pins to our 1997 honorees. The program will be followed by bingo and other games. Free live entertainment includes performances by "Elvis" at 6 p.m. and The Granger Polka Boys from 7 - 11 p.m. Lunch items will be available from 11 - 2 p.m. and a full barbecue dinner, catered by Cyclone Corral, will be served from 5 until 8 p.m.

Plates will be $6. We hope that you can join us for the fun!

Fun Run/Walk Registration Participants in the 5K (a little more than three miles) "Centennial Fun Run/Walk are encouraged to preregister for the race to ensure that they can pick up their Tshirt on race day. The top three finishers in each division will receive medals. To register for the Fun Run, please call (254) 983-3378 or (254) 985-0007 after 6 p.m. and we will send you an official entry form. Entry forms are also available at several area businesses, including: Scott & White Hospital, First National Bank of Temple, Buckholts State Bank, Mutual of Omaha, Ray's Auto Repair, Hoelscher Pest Control, Bartlett Auction, Rabroker Heating and Air Conditioning, Johnson Brothers Ford, Bloomingfield's Florists, Woods Flowers, the SPJST Home Office and Green's Sausage House.

Anniversary Program Thanks so much to the many area merchants and members who have purchased space in our 100th Anniversary commemorative program. Please note that the deadline for purchasing space, including tributes to family members, in the program is June 6. Three levels of participation are offered: Gold Sponsor*--(Full Page) $100 Silver Sponsor (One Half Page) $50 Bronze Sponsor—(One Quarter Page) $25 *Please not that Gold level sponsors will also have their names and/or logos printed on the colorful Centennial tee-shirt.

As always, thank you for your attention and support!

Fraternally, Rhonda Greger, Secretary —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis Celebrates 100th Anniversary Lodge 25, Ennis proudly celebrated its 100th anniversary on May 3, 1997.

Considerable time and planning went into making this once-in-a-lifetime celebration a success.

Members started planning for the100th anniversary celebration in the summer of 1996. The date of May 3, 1997 was secured and The Mikula Polka Band and Vrazel Polka Band were booked. A committee, headed by Vice President Jim Holahan, was named with Ernest Haskovec chairman of the souvenir brochure. Patricia Fowler spent many hours writing the history of Lodge 25 that appeared in the attractive commemorative program designed by lodge member Janice McLemore, a graphic design specialist living in Austin. Ms. McLemore also designed the Lodge 25 commemorative T-shirt .

A full schedule of activities was planned, including a barbecue luncheon and afternoon dance music by The Sulak Brothers Polka Band. The West Czech Dancers were also scheduled. And what would a birthday celebration have been without the cake! The large cake was baked by Linda Trojacek and the SPJST emblem was made by Betty Macalik. The plants and flowers decorating the lodge hall were provided by Vice President Jim Holahan. The youth club members, under the direction of Kay Lynn Kovar, were also involved in the anniversary project.

Lodge 25 officers and members would like to thank everyone that worked so hard to make the day a success. The lodge also extends its appreciation to all of the sponsors and well-wishers who purchased space in the 100th anniversary program. Finally, thanks are extended to the hundreds of people that came out and helped Lodge 25 celebrate its 100 years of Benevolence, Humanity, and Brotherhood in Ennis, Texas.

—SPJST-

Scenes from Lodge 25, Ennis 100th Anniversary Celebration • May 3, 1997

LEFT PHOTO: Rita Holland and Margaret Krajca take a break from • anniversary activities. RIGHT PHOTO: The Mikula Polka band prepares to perform another selection.

A lot of work goes on behind the scenes. For instance, these gentlemen are part of the earlymorning barbecue crew who worked to ensure attendees would enjoy a delicious meal. They are Frankie and Alphonse Svehlak and Steven Matous.

Johnny Mensik, left, performs a number with Vrazels Polka Band. Band members, from left, are: Alfred Vrazel, John Sulak and Anton Vrazel.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

CHRISTOPHER ADAM FARAIZL

RUSSELL THOMAS DUNLAVY Russell is a member of Lodge 88, HoustOn and a graduate of Midland Senior High School. He is the son of Rick and Jo Ann Dunlavy and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Darlek and Mr. and Mrs. Barry Dunlavy.

Russell plans to attend the University of Houston where he will major in Political Science.

Lisa is a member of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi and a graduate of Sweetwater Christian School. She is the daughter of Larry Elzner and Laura Duffney and the granddaughter of Della Elzner and Nelson and Laura Bailey.

Lisa will be attending DelMar Jr. College and later Texas A&M University in pursuit of a degree in Architecture.

Christopher Adam Faraizl is a member of Lodge 84, Dallas and a 1996 graduate of Garland High School. He is the son of Ray and Carole Faraizl and the grandson of Carolyn Nemec, Ella Mae Faraizl and Ed Faraizl.

Adam has been accepted to the University of Victoria in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada where he will major in International Business and minor in Asian Studies.

MARK ALAN FRANKLIN Mark is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Texas A&M University. He is the son of Jimmie and Shirley Franklin and the grandson of Vina Franklin and the late Alfred and Martha Klusacek and Grady Franklin.

Mark is currently employed

by The Q in Austin and plans to work as a personal trainer.

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 28, 1997

Lodge 25, Ennis Reports on May Meeting The monthly meeting was held on Thursday, May 8. President Charlie opened the meeting at 8 p.m. with Johnnie Krajca leading the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.

A moment of silence was held for Victor Slovak and Percy Fowler, father of Van Fowler. On the sick list was Wesley Knize.

Secretary Pat Fowler read the minutes and they were approved as read. Reports were given by Treasurer Judy Hrabina and FAC Margaret Krajca.

On our old business, we discussed the 100th Anniversary that was held on May 3. President Patak thanked everyone that helped and made this a great celebration.

A big thank you to Jim Holahan for all the beautiful plants and flowers that were seen throughout the hall; also, he thanked Margaret and Rita for their time decorating the tables and hall.

Correspondence included a letter from the Supreme Lodge about the 100th Anniversary at the Bell _County Expo Center and Johnnie Krizan requesting an ad for Lodge 6, Cottonwood's souvenir booklet for their 100th Anniversary to be held on August 17.

Lodge 25 to Host 31st Annual Polka Festival on May 30-31 and June 1 Polka Festival President Jeanette Patak reported on the Polka Festival which will be on May 30 and 31 and June 1, 1997.

Lodge 25 will be the host lodge.

The doors will open at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 30. Music will be by the Harvesters. The king and queen contests are about 9 p.m. The kitchen will be open.

On Saturday, May 31, SPJST Lodge 25 will have a barbecue dinner and all the trimmings, starting at 11 a.m. Dance Hall Boys will play from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; The Travelers from 4 to 8 p.m.; and the Sulak Brothers from 8:30 to 12:30 p.m.

On Sunday, June 1 will be the noon meal at 11 a.m. and then from 1 to 5 p.m. is Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen and from 5:30 to 9 p.m. is the Sulak Brothers.

Business After Hours will be at the SPJST Lodge 25 on Wednesday, May 28 at 5:15 p.m. Hope a lot of us can be there.

Our next meeting will be June 12 at 8 p.m.

Margaret Krajca, Reporter

Lodge 28, Karl Jonas East Bernard Honors 50-Year Members

SPJST-

Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard Meets June 8 Dear Members, Here it is a half of this year is gone and it is time for the June monthly meeting.

Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its monthly meeting on the scheduled second Sunday, the 8th, at 2 p.m. in the regular meeting place at 106 Leveridge Street.

The agenda will he open but those items that were scheduled for the May meeting will be handled first.

A standard fare fraternal hour buffet luncheon is scheduled to start after the business meeting adjourns.

May Meeting Report The May monthly meeting convened on time with about 28 warm souls present.

The main item on the agenda was the presentation of the 50-year membership pins.

After the meeting was called to order, the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was recited, a moment of silence observed for those members no longer with us and "Grace" given by*Brother Glen Kaminsky, our Vice President and FAC, the meeting took a recess for the luncheon.

Upon reconvening the meeting, this writer turned the chair over to Brother Matt Vanek, the Supreme Lodge Board Chairman and District Six Director, for the 50-year pin presentations. There were seven recipients present. The oldest recipient present was Sister Agnes Polasek and the youngest was Brother Arthur "Dutch"

Pictured, from left, front, are: Sister Agnes Polasek, Brother Arthur "Dutch" Dehnel, and Brother James Wright. BACK: District Six Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Matt Vanek, Brother Joe Bohacek, Brother Joe Niver, Jr., Brother James Otto, Brother Frank Michulka and Lodge 28 President Joe Nezval.

Dehnel. Those present to receive their pins were Sister Agnes Polasek, Brother Joe Bohacek, Arthur Dehnel, Frank Michulka, Joe Niver, Jr., James Otto and, last but not least, James Wright.

With most of the time being consumed in pin presentation, many items of business were placed on the back burner and held over to the June meeting.

This writer wishes to thank the following persons in behalf of himself and the lodge for their extra effort to make this meeting a success: Sister Helen Kelner, our lodge secretary/treasurer, and her daughter and youth member, Jessica, for their extra effort to make everything ready in the meeting room for the meeting (this included cleaning, arranging the furniture and painting one wall); Brother Glen Kaminsky for his extra effort to make sure that all recipients were notified; Brother A.J. "Tony" Kelner for giving this writer a hand with installing a new glass in the door (this glass gave up the ghost when the door could not be closed without slamming hard due to

everything being swollen from the excessive rain); again, a special thanks to young Sister Jessica Kelner for remembering Mother's Day by baking small "bunt" cakes and giving them to all mothers present; last but not least, we wish to thank Brother Matt Vanek for taking the time to come down to make the pin presentations.

The buffet luncheon went well with most items being donated except for some sausage which was furnished by the lodge. Thanks goes to all who took the time to bring something.

We wish to extend our condolences and sympathy to the family of our departed Brother August S. Kubena, who passed away May 17 at the age of 86. A resolution on behalf of the lodge will follow.

To the faithful: See you on the second Sunday, the 8th of June, and this writer remains— Fraternally Yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President —SPJST-

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

CHRISTY R. FRITZ Christy is a member of Lodge 177, Academy and a graduate of Temple High School. She is the daughter of Robert and Kathy Fritz and the granddaughter of Kathryn Fritz and Estella Komar.

Christy plans to pursue a bachelor's and later master's degree in either Elementary Education or Child Psychology.

RICHARD JOSEPH GRIFFETH Richard is a member of Lodge 84, Dallas and a graduate of North Mesquite High School.

He is the son of Rick and Mary Ann (Duron) Griffeth and the grandson of Bob and 011ie Duron.

Richard plans to attend Texas A&M University where he will major in Computer Engineering.

CHAD RAY GRIFFITH Chad is a member of Lodge 148, Blessing and a graduate of Tidehaven High School. He is the son of Lewis and Linda Griffith and the grandson of Johnnie and Marie Nedbalek and Raymond Griffith and Mary Ann Griffith.

Chad will be attending Brazosport College this fall where he will be majoring in Instrumentation Technology.

DARREN MICHAEL HAVEMANN Darren is a member of Lodge 88, Houston and a graduate of Spring High School. He is the son of Donnie and Carol Havemann and the grandson of Gladys Havemann and the late Warren Havemann and Tony and Agnes McClosky.

Darren plans to attend college where he will major in Chemistry in pursuit of a career as a high school chemistry teacher.

Wednesday, May 28, 1997—VkSTNIK/7

Lodge 28, East Bernard Member Makes Striking Statement

By Mark Flory If there were any questions throughout the offseason as to which Sam Houston pitcher would establish himself as the ace of the Bearkat pitching staff, they have Greg Kubes certainly been answered.

After beginning the 1997 season 0-3, Greg Kubes, a member of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard, has won his last six starts and has been a definite factor in helping Sam Houston climb back into the Southland Conference race.

"Kubes came to Sam Houston as a raw talent," SHSU catcher Brent Bubela said. "With help from coach (John) Skeeters, he's been able to make tremendous strides. The players seem to be more energetic when he's on the mound."

But his recent success hasn't come without hard work.

"The only thing I knew about Kubes coming out of high school was that he pitched for two state championship teams," Skeeters said. "I knew he was accustomed to winning.

"When he got here, he wasn't able to throw in the 80s (mph). Now he throws in the upper 80s. The only explanation I have for that is a good strength program and his own maturity. He wasn't pre, pared mentally and physically as a freshman, but he's worked hard to get where he is."

Kubes has been making his mark in athletics since his younger days in East Bernard. Raised in a smaller community, Kubes finished his high school career as a one-year football letterman, twoyear basketball letterman and two-year

baseball letterman.

However, once Kubes began to grow and excel in baseball, he didn't have much trouble deciding on which sport to pursue in college.

"I made the All-Star team in East Bernard all three years during little league," Kubes said. "I was a shortstop then, but my first coach saw some potential in me as a pitcher. Back then I didn't care what I played. I was so young that I just wanted to play for fun."

Kubes' passion for baseball began much earlier than his little league days.

"I began little league when I was 12, but I had been throwing the ball around since I was five," Kubes said.

"My dad and I used to throw in a big prairie in East Bernard. We lived in the country so there was plenty of room. My dad built a backstop and a mound, and he'd catch me."

After his All-Star experience, Kubes spent the next four years pitching for East Bernard high school. He made the varsity squad as a junior when East Bernard won state. But his biggest thrill came the following season, when he pitched in the state championship game—"When I pitched in the state finals in Austin, it was unbelievable," he said.

Kubes was recruited by schools such as UT-Arlington, UT-San Antonio, and UT-Pan American before deciding to make a visit to Sam Houston. His high school coach, Kerry Brandl, was a fouryear lettermen for the Bearkats.

"Brandl told Kubes that I wouldn't push him away," Skeeters said. "Once I heard that he was left-handed and how tall he was, I definitely was going to give him a shot."

To this point, it has certainly paid off, although early on things didn't seem that way. His inexperience on the college level produced freshmen numbers that didn't impress many.

Yet Skeeters didn't turn his hack on Kubes. Instead, the Sam HOuston coach led Kubes to a summer league, which may have resulted in a recent success. He played for the Columbia Angels out of Alvin Junior College, and eventually reached the league's World Series.

Now, Kubes has been invited to try out for the U.S. Olympic team.

"I've always wanted to get a chance to try and play for the national team," Kubes said. "I get to try out in Cocoa Beach on June 4, and I'll just try my best."

Kubes isn't the only one who is excited about the opportunity he's received.

"I think it is a tremendous accomplishment and an honor for Kubes to get to try out for the U.S.A. team," Skeeters said. "He'll not only be representing himself but the team and the entire school."

But for now, Kubes' efforts go toward helping his team return to the NCAA regional baseball tournament.

"I've always wanted to get a chance to try and play for the national team.

I get to try out on June 4."

Reprinted with permission from The Huntsville Item.

—SPJST-

Lodge 32, Victoria Meets Wednesday, June 4 The Lodge 32 June Meeting date is changed to June 4, 1997, at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op Building at 102 South Ben Jordan Street. Beginning in July, the meetings will be back to the second Wednesday of each month at the Victoria Electric Co-Op Building.

Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom, Secretary —SPJST-

47, Seaton Homecoming Picnic This Sunday, une 1 Lodge

Dear Brothers and Sisters, A reminder that this is the last report before our annual event, our Homecoming Picnic on Sunday, June 1, beginning at 11 a.m.

We will appreciate donations of small items for the games, something you would like to win for yourself. Also, larger items for the auction to appeal to the general public to bid on will be appreciated. These may be brought on Saturday during the day. The items for the sweets booth are to be brought Sunday, as well as the cakes for the dessert table to compliment the barbecue beef and sausage plates that will be sold beginning at 11 a.m. to dine in or taken home.

Entertainment will be by Charles Mikeska and his Kolache Combo Band playing your favorite music. Games for all ages will be on the inside and outside.

Chairpersons are wanting volunteers to help with the serving of drinks and food. Please help if you are asked or best yet, why not just volunteer for an hour or

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

REBECCA HEJL

TAMMY HOELSCHER

BRIAN HOLLAND

Rebecca is a member of Lodge 155, Austin and a graduate of Apopka High School in Apopka, Florida. She is the daughter of William and Norine Hejl and the granddaughter of John and Laverne Hejl.

Rebecca will be attending the University of Central Forida where she will he majoring in Broadcast Journalism.

Tammy is a member of Lodge 187, Round Rock and a graduate of Round Rock High School. She is the daughter of Reuel and Connie Hoelscher and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Lucko and Mrs. Margaret Hoelscher.

Tammy plans to attend Texas A&M University in the fall where she will be majoring in Civil Engineering.

Brian is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of St. John School. He is the son of Rita and Scooter Holland and the grandson of Margaret and Johnnie I. Krajca.

Brian will be attending Blinn Junior College in the fall and later transfer to Texas A&M University where he will pursue in Business a degree Administration.

KIMBERLY MARIE HOLUB Kimberly is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in Agribusiness. She is the daughter of Joe and Carolyn Holub and the granddaughter of Inky and -Dorothy Holub and Geneva Klaus and the late Albert Klaus.

Kimberly will be attending graduate school at Stephen F. Austin State University.

8/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 28, 1997 two and they don't have to ask you.

Make their job easier; or they might not volunteer next year. Make plans to be at Seaton Star Hall on Sunday, June 1. See you there. Everyone is cordially invited for a fun day.

Our next lodge meeting is to honor the graduates and fathers and will follow a covered dish meal at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 9.

Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal —SPJST-

47, Seaton Picnic to Feature Sweets Booth

Lodge

A reminder to all Lodge 47, Seaton members that our annual picnic will be held on June 1, 1997, at Seaton Star Hall.

Any and all types of baked goods, home canned items, and fresh produce would be most appreciated for the ever popular Sweets Booth. Thank you in advance.

Such items can even be brought to the hall on Saturday, May 31. Please label for "Sweets Booth".

If you could work for an hour at the booth, please let me know at 778-5607.

All help is welcomed.

Margaret Gibson Booth Chairman —SPJST-

87, Temple Has a Mother's Day of a Meeting Lodge

On May 13, our brother members outdid themselves in providing a barbecue meal fit for a congregation of Queens!

We suspect that some of the desserts may have had the benefit of some motherly assistance, but no complaints were heard.

Indeed, following the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for our departed members, our male brethren received a loud and well-deserved round of applause for their splendid efforts toward the Mother's Day meal. And despite last month's threats, I counted representatives from all levels of the food pyramid!

The minutes from our April 8 meeting were approved as read as was the treasurer's report. Communications received included the apparently misfiled (by me) and therefore delayed notice of Thelma Groeppell's transfer to our lodge. In addition was a picture of Lad and Mary Ann Zatopek from the Lodge Incentive Banquet among other less interesting items of lodge business. We also received a thank-you note from the family of Brittany and Tyler Angelo. The children are doing well in school now, but are still understandably shaken by their double loss.

Due to his absence, we were deprived of. FAC John Ferguson's usual exhortations toward ever more extensive fraternal activity, but were privileged to receive guest speaker Patsy Koslovsky. She added her compliments to our chefs before speaking about the youth programs in our district. Most interesting was her discussion of means by which we could increase the youth involvement in our lodge. One of her recommendations was to organize a membership drive which would recruit new youngsters to SPJST Lodge 87, in addition to attracting existing members to our meetings. She gave out copies of a flyer distributed to lockers in the Bruceville-Eddy schools during one such drive last winter. Sister Koslovsky also recommended that those of us with a particular interest in establishing a youth club should review the SPJST Youth Clubs Rule Book and provided copies to some of our officers. She also emphasized the known efficacy of word-of-mouth advertising and urged us to spread the SPJST word to our youthful acquaintances and their families.

Practically speaking, she suggested that we should bring a list of five children to a

designated meeting and give it to our sales representatives who could then approach their families.

In discussing the youth activities, we reiterated the requirements for summer camp attendance: at least seven meetings between June 1 of the preceding year and May 31 of the same year. The District Youth Achievement Day will be held in Seaton somewhat earlier than usual on June 22 to avoid conflict with the Centennial Celebration. We are all invited to witness the exhibition of talent, royalty and arts and crafts. There will be a District Two swim party on June 29, and even we post-youthful members are invited to join in. Annual events include a September visit to Six Flags and a February skating party (alternating between roller and ice). The annual summer camp is scheduled this year for the week beginning July 14 and adults are invited to visit, providing we dc not violate camp rules!

Following a round of applause for Sister Koslovsky's presentation, we moved on to old business. We discussed options for publicizing our meetings, including advertising in the Centennial tabloid edition of the Temple Telegram and utilizing Cable Channel 10, but made no motions to pursue options which would require additional investments of funds.

The first item of our new business was to determine when to schedule the mowing of our flowering grounds. It should be completed well before this article is published! Brother Zatopek's interim spraying this month was much appreciated around the lodge itself. We then asked Brother Ed Reisner to provide us with an 8 x 10 photo of himself in order to keep our wall of lodge presidents complete.

Some discussion ensued as to the appropriate age of the original photo, with a suggestion that 30 years ought to be the maximum. However, we opted to leave the choice of photo to the discretion of Past President Reisner.

Our last item of new business was to schedule a "clean-up day" in which to spruce up the lodge for the coming year.

Those who participated last year said that it had been a wonderfully convivial event, and that the work had gone quickly. A motion to schedule the event on Saturday, June 7 was not seconded and it was decided to table the motion until our June 10 meeting.

After our adjournment at 8:25 p.m., we ladies met to determine the menu for our Father's Day feast. It will be a surprise, but as a hint of reassurance, my suggestion of corn dogs was vetoed.

Come join us!

Fraternally, Lauren B. Kacir —SPJST-

88, Houston Birthday Sisters Report on May Meeting

Lodge

The meeting was called to order by President Kathy Trefell.

The roll was called by Secretary Dona Clooney. We had 28 present. She also read the minutes of the April meeting.

They were approved as read.

The treasurer's report was given by Ellen Miculka. It was approved as read.

The Timbergrove Garden Club met at the lodge on Wednesday and stayed for lunch. Lydia Marsh belongs to this club and she was responsible for the ladies staying for lunch. Thanks, Lydia. Also, the Men's Club had their work day on Wednesday and they also stayed for lunch.

Kathy reminded the members to have their pastries at the lodge on Saturday before the Centennial Homecoming Day, June 1.

Kathy also reminded the sisters to bring two gifts each to the monthly meetings. We have been falling down on this, so please remember to bring your gifts for the table.

We are going to the Kountry Steak

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

CLAY JEROME HURTIK

NATHANA JANCA

Clay is a member of Lodge 180, Burleson and a graduate of Maypearl High School. He is the son of Joe and Rhonda Hurtik and the grandson of Joe and Estelle Hurtik and Bob Harbison.

Clay plans to enter the Army and attend college where he will major in Robotics.

Nathana is a member of Ldoge 175, Sealy and a graduate of Sealy High School. She is the daughter of Bill and Frances Janca and the granddaughter of the late Joe and Frances Dubec and the late William Janca and Bessie Franek.

Nathana plans to attend Lee Junior College in Baytown where she will be pursuing a career in business management.

JEREMY J. KALMUS J.P. is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Hays Consolidated High School. He is the son of James and Peggy Jansen and the grandson of Lydia Jansen and Hazel and Ted Lehman.

J.P. plans to attend Texas Tech University on a football scholarship. He will be majoring in Agri-Business.

Jeremy is a member of Lodge 4, Hallettsville and a graduate of Kempner High School in Sugarland. He is the son of August and Shirley Kalmus and the grandson of Alfonse and Viola Holly.

Jeremy will be attending Blinn College this fall and later transferring to Texas A&M University where he will major in Civil Engineering.

Wednesday, May 28, 1997—VESTNIK/9 Buffet for lunch on Thursday, June 19 at 1 p.m. We really enjoyed our lunch there last time.

Virginia Hale is in Northwest Memorial Hospital. The doctors are running tests. We hope she is much better by now.

Kathy Trefell passed out copies of the revised by-laws.

Lillie Spies just returned from California where she visited her daughter.

She celebrated her birthday there. They also went to Reno, Nevada, where they gambled the night away. From all reports, she had a wonderful time.

Our May birthday celebrants were Margie Anders, Josephine Buri, Flo Orsag and Willie Mae Stang.

Our cooks for June are Era Richards, Margaret Bohac, Corrine Kessler and Bessie Dewer, who is cooking for Mary Kosut.

Calcutta was won by Bessie Dewer and Edna Wehring.

Helen Hegwood led us in prayer, after which we had a wonderful covered dish lunch.

Fraternally, Flo Orsag —SPJST-

for all will start at 1 until 4:30 p.m. with music by Lee Roy Matocha and from 5 until 9 p.m. Donnie Wavra will play for your pleasure.

Outside entertainment will include raffle, booths and a silent auction by the youth club. For the young, we plan to have a moon walk, clown and other activities.

If you are looking for fun and entertainment, Lodge 88 is the place to be on June 1.

Clara Broz, President —SPJST-

88, Houston Posts Memorial Gift Lodge

A memorial gift of $20 was made to Lodge 88, Houston by Mrs. Margaret Bohac.

This gift was made in memory of her husband, Frank Bohac and Susan Bohac.

Fraternally, Naomi Spencer —SPJST-

91, Crosby Invites Everyone to Enjoy a Day of Fun at Players Island Casino Lodge

88, Houston Plans Centennial Homecoming

Lodge

Lodge 88, Houston is combining the SPJST 100th Anniversary with its homecoming this year.

The celebration will start at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 1, 1997, with a free barbecue dinner to all members w°ho are present with a current membership card.

Guest dinners will also be available— adults are $5 and children under 12 are $3. Tea or coffee is included.

The afternoon will be filled with entertainment for all ages. In the ballroom, the lodge concert orchestra and choral group will perform at 11:30 a.m. A free dance

Lodge 91, Crosby will sponsor a bus trip to Players Island Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Thursday, June 26.

There is no charge for the trip; however, a minimum of 40 people must be confirmed before the trip is finalized. For more information, and to confirm your seat on the bus, call Chester Stasney at (281) 843-2882. Don't miss out on this day of fun!

Malba Smesny, Secretary —SPJST-

Lodge 91, Crosby Member Receives Scholarship Congratulations to member Amanda St. Clair, a senior at Liberty High School in Liberty, Texas, who received the SPJST Lodge 91 scholarship in the amount of $ 5 0 0 Amanda will attend Southwestern University in the fall. Once again, congratulations, Amanda.

Best of luck in Amanda St. Clair your future endeavors!

Submitted by, Officers of Lodge 91, Crosby —SPJST-

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Ladies Circle Reports on May Meeting The Ladies Circle of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 1997, at the lodge hall with 41 members and four men present. Anna Sustala was introduced as our new member by Vice President Helen Kubala, acting in place of President Florence Greer, who was on her trip to Czechoslovakia. Aurora Maldino was taking notes for Secretary Martha Durham who would be arriving later.

Thank-you notes were read from. Elsie Anders and Louise Quottrochi.

Treasurer Evelyn Spacek gave her report and then reported that she had sent

a sympathy card to Joe and Mike Paprskar on the death of their brother, Charlie Paprskar. Mary Windham was scheduled for eye surgery, and an update on Esta Belle Hubenak was given, noting that she is still at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas.

Chairperson Jo Prochaska said June hostesses would be Ruby Gilmore, Justine Chaloupka, and Louise Oujesky.

As new business, Liz Howard suggested a bus trip to Bossier City, Louisiana, with those interested to use the sign-up sheet provided.

Announcements included Joyce Tesar, hall manager, reporting on the benefit dance on Sunday, May 18 from 3 to 6 p.m., admission is $3 and barbecue plates are $2, with all proceeds going to the cancer patient, all were urged to participate; Jo Prochaska reported her grandson, Jason Gowins, graduated from North Texas University with a B.A. degree in marketing; and Ruby Gilmore was voted Castleberry Baptist Church's "Mother of the Year." Congratulations to you both, Jason and Ruby!

May birthdays were celeorated by Herminia Cihacek, Phyllis Cihacek, Esta Belle Hubanek, Mary Jane Kane, Aurora Maldino, Lydia Palachek, Joe Paprskar, and Rosie Zalasek.

Door prizes went to Rose Nieswidomy, Jo Prochaska, Rosie Zalasek, Herminia Cihacek, Bess Lawhorn, Victoria Murphy, Kitty Rippin, and Joyce Tesar.

Upon the arrival of Martha Durham, the minutes were read, corrected, and approved. Martha made arrangements for the bus trip to Bossier City, Louisiana, for Tuesday, June 10, 1997 (our regular meeting date). Forty-five riders can be taken—Ladies Circle members given first choice; SPJST Lodge 92 members second choice; and non-members and guests will be taken if seats are available.

Cost is $20 per person. The bus loads at 5:45 a.m. at the lodge hall and leaves promptly at 6 a.m. Arrival at Harrah's Casino is sometime around 10:30 a.m.; complimentary lunch at Harrah's and scheduled stops at the other casinos upon

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

MICHAEL JOSEPH KASPAR Michael is a member of Lodge 30, Taiton and a graduate of El Campo High School. He is the son of Karen and Leroy Kaspar and the grandson of Georgia and Jerome Dorotik and Regina Kaspar.

Michael will be attending Texas A&M University where he will be majoring in Civil Engineering.

KIMBERLY KAY KROPP

JOHNA LALLA

SHERI MACHU

Kimberly is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Psychology. She is the daughter of Ms. Ann Kropp and the late Ray Kropp and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Pokorny and Mr. and Mrs. J.O. Kropp.

Kimberly plans to continue her education in pursuit of a master's degree in counseling.

Johna Lalla is a member of Lodge 20, Granger and a graduate of Granger High School.

She is the daughter of John and Diane Lalla and the granddaughter of Walter and Jannie Lalla and Betty Balsow and the great-granddaughter of Vlasta Kasper.

Johna will be attending the University of Texas at Austin where she will be majoring in Aerospace Engineering.

Sheri is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Thorndale High School. She is the daughter of Marvin. and Barbara Machu and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Muegge and Mrs. Albin Machu.

Sheri plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin where she will pursue a degree in Communications.

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 28, 1997 agreement decided en route to Louisiana.

Return to Fort Worth at 6 p.m. with arrival at the lodge hail around 10 p.m.

Bring snacks, cold drinks, etc., as desired.

Bingo will be played en route and a fun trip is being planned with accordion music by Joe Kozel and all the singing, joke swapping, and conversation you want. The bus is air-conditioned with rest room facilities. Dress comfortably.

Please send your $20 check to Evelyn Spacek, 6636 Fair Meadows, Watauga, Texas 76148, by June 4. Any questions, call Evelyn at (817) 581-9480, or Martha Durham at (817) 281-0666.

There will be no meeting in June because of the bus trip on that date. The next meeting is the second Tuesday of July on July 8, 1997, at the lodge hall at 10 a.m. June hostesses are scheduled now for the July meeting.

After the blessing by Aurora Maldino, the meeting adjourned for lunch, fellowship, and games.

Respectfully submitted, Martha Durham Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 138, Ganado Called Meeting Set for June 1 Dear Members, Please note that a special called meeting of Lodge 138, Ganado has been set for Sunday, June 1 at 2 p.m. at Estella's Mexican Restaurant. The purpose of this meeting is to disband and donate lodge monies to the SPJST Scholarship Fund.

By order of, Theresa flicks President —SPJST-

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Lodge 139, Danbury Repons on 13,-Lrb2cue Dinner The Danbury Lodge 139 barbecue, held at the Vrazel Ballroom on April 26, had a surprisingly good turn-out.

Considering the inclement weather, we did not know if anyone would show up.

Even so, the weather kept some of the more timid souls at home. Those who made the effort to come had a very good time and enjoyed the fellowship, music, and good food which was catered by Staff of El Campo.

Lodge President Lonnie Lostak welcomed everyone and recognized District Five Vice President and FAC Fred Buri and his wife, Jo Ann, of Houston. He also announced the new 50-year members for this year: Nancy Jane Francis, Clarence Bordovsky, Sylvia McClellen, and Lydia Rice. The over-fifty-year members who were present were also recognized: Vincent Hechler, Tommie Lostak, Lonnie Lostak, Albert Pekar, Willie Walcik, and Ora Faye Wilson.

None of the new 50-year members who were to receive their 50-year pins were able to attend. They missed the beautiful cake which Sister Lorenda Baldwin made with their names inscribed with green icing.

The beautiful accordion music was provided by Adolph Barcak and was enjoyed by everyone.

After dinner, names were drawn for door prizes. There was a total of 19 prizes given away. The prizes were donated by the lodge and individual members.

Lodge 139, Danbury members help themselves to a delicious barbecue dinner. The meal, which was catered by Staff of El Campo, was held on April 26 at the Vrazel Ballroom.

Members enjoy the meal ... After dinner, a total of 19 door prizes were awarded.

Prizes were donated by the lodge and individual members.

May 14 Lodge Meeting Report The May 14 lodge meeting was held at El's Restaurant. A brief meeting was held before the meal was served. The officers gave their reports, and correspondence was read.

Our congratulations go to Wesley Baldwin for the honors he received at the Danbury Junior High School Athletic

The "Over Fifty-Year Members" who offended the dinner are pictured above.

They are, from left: Willie Walcik, Tommie Lostak, Ora Faye Wilson, Vincent Hechler, Albert Pekar and Lonnie Lostak.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

MISTY A. MARAK

JENNY MAREK

MARLENE MIGL

Misty is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Granger High School. She is the daughter of Eugene and Paula Marak and the granddaughter of Frank and G.K. Krenek and Arline Marak; and the great-granddaughter of Herminia Krenek.

Misty plans to attend Temple College and later Texas A&M or Texas Tech where she will major in Business.

Jenny is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Academy High School. She is the daughter of Doris and Leonard Marek and the granddaughter of Helen and Henry Janacek and Gladys and Woodrow Marek.

Marlene is a member of Lodge 88, Houston and a graduate of the University of Houston with a degree in Graphic Communication. She is the daughter of Margaret and Leroy Migl and the granddaughter of the late Emil and Annie Vala and Jerry Migl, Sr. and the late Mary Migl.

Marlene will be pursuing a career in graphic design.

KINDRA LYNN MIKESKA Kindra is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Rogers High School. She is the daughter of Don and Monica Mikeska and the granddaughter of Annie Mikeska and Marvin and Oleta Wilde.

Kindra plas to attend the University of Mary HardinBaylor where she will pursue a degree in business.

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Lodge 164, Rio Hondo Presents 50-Year Pin

Lodge 177, Academy Kitchen Chairman Louis Driska and Libby Bartek prepare for the Saturday night dance crowd. "They serve mighty good hamburgers, nachos and corny dogs," writes Lodge Reporter Ann Mason.

Kenneth Kristof, right, receives his 50-year pin from his father Lodge 164, Rio Hondo Vice President Emil Kristof, seated. Looking on, from left, are his mother, Gardena Kristof; sister, Emilie Carmichael; and brother, Garland Kristof. The Kristofs are a 100 Percent SPJST Family of the J.R. Kubena Lodge 164, Rio Hondo.

Banquet. He received awards for the seventh grade's Most Valuable Player, the Best All-Around Athlete, and for scoring the most three-point shots (five) in one game.

After the meeting adjourned, everyone enjoyed the delicious meal.

Fraternally, Ora Faye Wilson, Reporter —SPJST-

177, Academ Reports on May Meeting

Lodge

The May meeting was called to order

by President Bill Hutka who led the pledge to the flag. Visitors Bertha, Pam and Dawn Capps were recognized and welcomed. Thirty-five members were present.

All officers answered roll call.

Committee chair reports were given and accepted. The minutes from April were accepted with one correction.

FAC Joanne Hutka presented anniversary mugs to Kathy Fritz and Mary Ann Summers and Juanita who celebrated birthdays. Bill Hutka received a belated certificate from Nick Morris for completing the Czech classes held at Lodge 177.

Libby Bartek reported our members seemed to be healthy this month as she had not received any reports otherwise.

That's great! We really appreciate Libby sending cards to us when we are under the weather.

Janet Lyon reported on the activities of the youth club. They are really busy. We hope you will support their raffle and cookbook sales. Congratulations to Sara Wagner who was elected District Two Youth Club Vice President. Way to go!

Christi Fritz is the recipient of the Lodge 177, Academy scholarship. In her letter to the lodge, she stated how growing up as a member of the SPJST Youth Club helped her to develop leadership

Lodge 177, Academy President Bill Hutka chats with two of the young men who enjoy the Saturday night dances at lodge 177. Brother Hutka also serves as Ticket Chairman. A strong civic booster in the community, the lodge has long been a popular Saturday night entertainment outlet for area young people.

roles and realize her potential. She plans to attend Temple College. The lodge thanks the scholarship committee and applauds their selection for the scholarship.

FAC Joanne reminded us of the Flag Day Contest and the barbecue cookoff.

Pictured above are Lodge 177's newlyweds, Bill and Josie Mitchell. Josie is a Trustee, Treasurer and Bingo Chairman.

The lodge voted to enter the cookoff with Bobby Fritz as head cook. He will announce his team members later.

Hopefully, we will all be there to sample and cheer them on.

The lodge received a certificate from Rogers High School Senior Class in appreciation of our support.

New members are Jackie Ogden and Laur Steglich. Welcome!

Louis Driska proudly announced that his granddaughter Jana Driska will receive a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Mary HardinBaylor on May 24. Jana is a member of Lodge 177. Congratulations!

Don't forget our meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.

Have a nice day and take time out to enjoy the beautiful wildflowers.

Ann Mason, Reporter —SPJST-

FRATERNALISM CAN BE A LOT OF FUN! ENJOY AN AFTERNOON OR EVENING OUT AT AN SPJST LODGE HALL NEAR YOU!

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

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AMANDA NEWMAN

JOANNA PAREYA

Amanda Newman is a member of Lodge 81, Needville and a graduate of Needville High School. She is the daughter of Vincent and Jeanette Newman and the granddaughter of Fritz and Georgie Koehne, Louise Newman and the late Vincent John Newman.

Amanda will be attending Texas A&M University where she will major in Computer Programming.

JoAnna is a member of Lodge 54, West and a graduate of West High School. She is the daughter of David and Evelyn Pareya and the granddaughter of Mrs. Mary Dujka and Mr. and Mrs. William E Pareya.

JoAnna plans to attend McClennan Community College in the fall.

STEPHEN LPHEN MARCUS REBECEK Stephen is a member of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi and a graduate of Richard King High School. He is the son of Marcus and Virginia Rebecek and the grandson of James and the late Edith Rebecek and the late Ludwig and Mary Hermis.

Stephen plans to attend college to major in Business and later open his own welding shop.

AMY NICOLE ROHLACK Amy is a member of Lodge 187, Round Rock and a graduate of Round Rock High School.

She is the daughter of Larry and Deborah Rohlack and the graddaughter of Lucille Klaus and Alvin and Doris Rohlack.

Amy plans to attend college where she will be a Pre-Med major in pursuit of a career as a physical therapist.

12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 28, 1997

Lodge 180, Burleson Reports on May Meeting Dear Brothers and Sisters, The meeting was called to order on Tuesday, May 6, 1997, at 6:30 p.m. with Charles Schneider leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Then, a moment of silence was observed for our departed members and friends.

Lodge 180 and its members extend our sympathy to the family of Adolph J. Pustejovsky. Mr. Pustejovsky passed away on May 8, 1997, in Burleson at the age of 72 years. He is survived by his wife Martha Ann; three sons; and a daughter. Adolph was quite active in Lodge 180 for a number of years when the lodge was first organized.

Remember our country/western dances every Saturday night. Doors open at 7:45 p.m. and dancing is from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Set ups are free.

Door prizes were won by Louis Grochaske, winning the SPJST Cookbook, and Ann Schneider and Ernest Dueser, getting the 100 Year Anniversary cups.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Ann Schneider passed out our awards for the fraternal work that the members do.

Our next meeting will be held on June 3, 1997, at 6:30 p.m.

Julia Dueser, Reporter --SPJST--

Lodge 189, Bryan College Station Meets June 8 The next quarterly meeting of SPJST Lodge 189 will be held at 2 p.m. on June 8 in the board room of First Federal Savings Bank, 2900 Texas Avenue in Bryan, Texas.

All members are urged to attend this

meeting to provide their input on finalizing plans for the lodge's 20th year anniversary dinner.

Nina and Al Quitta are hosting the reception committee for this meeting, so you can bet there may be some homemade dewberry cobbler. You don't want to miss out on Nina's cobbler.

See you at the meeting.

Fraternally, Ernest A. Wentrcek Secretary-Treasurer SPJST-

200, Bruceville-Eddy Awards Scholarship to Amanda Roming Lodge

Lodge 200 awarded its annual scholarship at the monthly meeting on May 14. The recipient is Amanda Roming and she will be attending Texas A&M University in the fall.

She is majoring in Education and would like to teach high school mathematics.

Amanda is Salutatorian of her graduating class, Senior Class President, head cheerleader, plays softball, is a member of Beta Club, UIL Regional Qualifier, and exhibits livestock through FFA. Amanda has been active in Lodge 200 for several years; she participates in the volleyball tournament as well as many other functions and socials.

Submitted by, Ginger Tolbert —SPJST-

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Lodge 201, Bleiblerville Reports on April and May Meetings SPJST Lodge 201, Bleiblerville met Sunday, April 26, 1997, for their regular April and May meetings.

President Mrs. Elaine Duron called the meeting to order at 3 p.m. with 18 members in attendance.

A moment of silent prayer was held in memory of Theo (Tatsey) Wehring.

All officers were in attendance.

Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.

The lodge treasurer and hall treasurer gave their reports. Books were checked and found in order.

The roof on the hall was discussed and waiting for estimates.

Get-well wishes for a speedy recovery to Bill Stark, Jessie Macat, Elgin Klaus Mayer, and Mrs. Jimmie Buenger.

The next meeting is Sunday, June 8, 1997, at 3 p.m. A most cordial invitation to all members, visitors, and new members.

The meeting adjourned and everyone enjoyed delicious refreshments.

Celesta Balke, Reporter SPJST-

Circle of Czech Women Report on May Meeting

Dallas

Our meeting was called to order by our President Bertha Podhrasky. We stood for the Pledge of Allegiance led by Faye Wright who then read the minutes of the last meeting.

The financial report was read by our

treasurer Vicki Kohn. It was approved as read. She reported that Frances Jurik sent her membership dues for three years.

She also sent a $50 donation in memory of her parents, Miro and Willie Jurcik.

The correspondence was read by Evelyn Trojacek. Jeanie and Robert Hall, Lydia Kartous' daughter and son-in-law, sent a thank-you for all the cards, letters, flowers and visits to their mother.

St. Michael Archangel Catholic Church thanked us for the donation sent in memory of Agnes Jones.

We had a letter from Paul Klima, a student from Prague, who is now living in New York. He was asking for financial help to stay in the U.S. and continue his, education. The members voted to use our money for charities closer to home.

The motion was made by Lydia Alholm and seconded by Ann Zvolanek.

Georgie Brozek, chairman of our sunshine committee, sent the following cards: get-well cards to Theresa Carper; Justine Pokladnik; Frances Jurcik; Charlie Petr, husband of Wanda Petr and brother-in-law of Bessie Petr; Dr. Michael Smalky, son of Esther Cunningham; and Emile Spaniel, sister of Mary Janosek.

Florence Perresini shared her letter from Jessica Lance, a young lady she babysat for and always brought to our Circle meetings. She has moved away, but visits each year and comes to the Circle when she is here.

The Czech Culture Society will meet May 26. It has not been decided for sure if we will have the Hall of State at the fair. The Partnership Meeting will be June 5 at Sokol at 7:30 p.m.

Dallas and Ennis Fraternal Council will meet May 12 at the Czech Club in Dallas at 7:30 p.m. The hosts will be WFLA No. 401.

There will be no meeting of the Sister City until later and it will be announced.

Ida Fehrner reported that her eightmonth old grandson had surgery and was doing well.

Ann Zvolanek reported that Lydia Kartous, who had a broken hip, was doing well. She also brought greetings

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

604 GARY JAMES SKRABANEK Gary is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Rogers High School. He is the son of James and Joyce Skrabanek and the grandson of Ed and Lillie Skrabanek and Walter and Ella Pomykal — all members of Lodge 47.

Gary plans to attend Temple College in the fall and pursue a career as an electrical engineer.

Heather is a member of Lodge 32, Victoria and a cum laude graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in Nutritional Science. She is the daughter of John and Stefani Spears and the granddaughter of Katherine Spears.

Heather plans to continue her education at Texas A&M in pursuit of her master's degree and state board certification as a Registered Dietitian.

ANTHONY (TONY) STIFF

STACI L. VICKERS

Tony is a member of Lodge 36, West and a graduate of Clearwater High School in Clearwater, Florida. He is the son of Dana Holland and the grandson of Dorothy Stiff. His great-grandfather was past Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Raymond Urbanovsky.

Tony plans to attend missionary school in Garden Valley, Texas.

Staci is a member of Lodge 156, Baytown and a graduate of Msgr. Kelly High School. She is the daughter of Glenn and Janet Lewis and the granddaughter of Johnnie and Ruth Jurik.

Staci will be attending Southwest State University in San Marcos where she will be majoring in Pre-Med.

Wednesday, May 28, 1997--VkSTNIIQ13 from Mary Schestic who is doing OK. Rose Kopecek has been felling better, and thought she might get to come. She really enjoys phone calls from us all.

Marie Lattner has not been in some time. Hope she is doing well.

Helen Oats, Joe and Joyce Ehrenberger, and our reporter, Evelyn Cechan and her husband, Henry, are all on cruises this month. Evelyn will be back next month with this report.

Millie Noska's son has patented a new kind of window called HiLights. They arch over regular windows and will open and close.

Bertha Malik's son, Rudy Malik, Jr., has been named "Police Officer of the Year" for the last two years in Irvine, California.

The birthdays for May are for Vlasta Jurcik, Faye Wright, and Betty Steagall.

Ann Zvotanek and Theresa Carper brought beautiful flowers for our decorations.

The hostesses for May were Florence Perresini, Lydia Alholm, and Theresa Carper.

The hostesses for June will be Ida Fehmer, Evelyn Cechan, and Bertha Malik.

Submitted by, Faye Wright for Evelyn Cechan —SPJST-

Sewing Circle Reports, on May Meeting

Ennis

The Ennis Sewing Circle met on May 8, 1997. We had a good attendance. Our visitors were Wesley Tupy, Charles Kosarek, Joe Vlk, Jerry Kohn and Julius Podhrasky.

President Sadie Kubin called the meeting to order. After the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silence was observed in memory of Victor Slovak, brother-in-law of Sister Evelyn Slovak; Percy Fowler, father-in-law of sister

Patricia Fowler; and Lillian Foit, sisterin-law of sister Doris Foit. Funeral services were held for sister Lillie Hejny on May 10, 1997. She was the mother of sister Rose Mynarcik, sister-in-law of sister Alene Skrivanek and a relative of several sisters of the Circle.

Sincere sympathy is expressed to each of the bereaved families.

Assistant Secretary Vlasta Laznovsky read the minutes. Treasurer Lillie Kosarek gave the financial report. Both reports were approved as given.

Sunshine Chairperson Eleanor Pelzel did not attend the meeting. She did not feel "up to par." Sister Alene Skrivanek is recuperating after knee surgery. Sister Hattie Moucka is improving from injuries sustained from a car accident. Sister Stacie Hejny is improving. Each of these is wished a speedy recovery.

A quilt was quilted for the Sewing Circle. The door prize was furnished by Sister Evelyn Slovak. The lucky winner was sister Dorothy Prachyl.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to the May birthday celebrants. Remember the "white elephant" sale in July. Donations received were from Adell Vlk (coffee), Vlasta Laznovsky (dessert plates), and Eleanor Pelzel (for quilt quilted).

Sister Sylvia Laznosky's report stated that approximately 60 Sokol Havlicek Borovsky gymnasts will be travelling to the Southern District Sokol Slet, which will be held in Corpus Christi, Texas, on June 6, 7, and 8. Thirty-five gymnasts from Ennis, Texas, will be participating in the American Sokol Slet in Chicagoland on June 25 through 29.

They will be performing in Opening Ceremonies and competing in artistic and rhythmic gymnastic competition, volleyball, marching, golf and bowling. A number of observers will also be accompanying the group. Barbara Lingberg, daughter of sister Adell and Joe Vlk, arrived home safely from a business trip to Alaska. She made stops at many cities but the most interesting was Kotzebue, near the Arctic center where everything was under ice. I have a new great-grandson, born on April 28. His name is

Shawn Michael Roberts. He is a cutie.

Our next meeting will be June 12. I will not be able to attend. On May 23, I will have my left knee replaced.

Hopefully, this will he the last knee surgery for me. I will not be able to attend the Ennis Polka Festival. I will miss it. I know it will be great, as it always is.

Some of the Vestnik readers missed my dog story. One of our Circle members gave me this one. A dark blue-gray colored Weimaraner puppy, about three months old, found his way to the home of sister Ella and Jerry Zmolek. They live on acreage where people drop off pets when they no longer want them. People can be so cruel. The Zmolek's put up a sign at the road and someone took it. No one claimed him, so they kept him. He turned out to be a good dog. They named him Basil. When he was almost a year old, tragedy happened. Basil was accidentally killed. They replaced him with another Weimaraner puppy. Ella did not tell me his name.

Alice T. Roberts, Reporter —SPJST-

Sustala and she was at our meeting.

Lydia read what is a mother for Mother's Day. We hope they all had a wonderful day.

Ima Lou LaPlant was our door prize winner.

"Happy Birthday" went out to Anna Johnson and Gertrude Dawson. May you have many more.

Hostesses for our June 4 meeting will be Agnes Owens, Nettie Naugle, Alice Barnes, and Josephine Bugaj.

After the blessing, everyone enjoyed the lunch, games and fellowship that followed.

Hope to see you all on June 4. So until—keep smiling.

Fraternally, Mary Pavey —SPJST-

Worth Friendship Club Reports on May Meeting

Come celebrate. Bring a crowd, Fun, food, fellowship!

The Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum, with the cooperation of the Old Theatre Market Place will create a "real" Czech Polka Party—as authentic as though we were in the meadows of the Czech Republic. Live music will be provided by the Fabulous Six. Wear your polka costume or come casual—most of all just come and have fun! Some folks are coming to relax, enjoy the Czech heritage, sing-along, eat, drink, and socialize.

While you are having a fantastic evening, your $5 ticket will help to benefit the 1863 Czech home (Polasek House) at Fawn and Shaw Streets, another historic site for Caldwell, Texas, currently being renovated.

BCCHM wants to take this opportunity to thank all of the supporters and sponsors of this event—the SPJST for their help, the Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Caldwell for your generosity and cooperation.

We are looking forward to an enjoyable "evening under the stars" on June 14, 1997, from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Old Theatre Market Place in Caldwell, Texas, USA. Tickets are $5 (before June 5) and $7 at the door. Sponsorships are available.

Call Theresa Hodges at (409) 567-3373 or (409) 272-3404.

You don't have to be Czech to have fun! What a deal!

Submitted by, Lee Crawford, Historian —SPJST-

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Dear Members and Friends, Our meeting was called to order by our president Jo Prochaska, and we were led to the Pledge of Allegiance.

President Jo welcomed Lillian Smith and she joined our club. She announced the quilt that was up was donated by Billye King and chances will be sold.

Minutes by Merel Kovar were read and approved, and the treasurer's report

by Lydia Alholm was also approved.

Elsie Anders was on the sick list and is doing well after a knee operation.

A thank-you was read from Ann

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1997 SPJST GRADUATES

JACKIE GENE VOLEK Jackie is a member of Lodge 24, Cyclone and a graduate of Granger High School. He is the son of Frankie and Shirley Volek and the grandson of 'Mrs. Raymond Pechal and Mr. Frank Volek.

Jackie plans to attend technical school where he will he pursing a career as a boat motor mechanic.

CHERIE HOPE WAYBOURN

LORI RENEE ZALKOVSKY

Cherie is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington and a graduate of Joshua High School. She is the daughter of Charles and Patricia Waybourn and the granddaughter of Cecil and Martha Phillips.

Cherie plans to attend college in pursuit of a career as a dental hygienist.

Lori is a member of Lodge 47 Seaton and a graduate of Temple High School. She is the daughter of James and Belinda Zalkovsky and the granddaughter of Haddie Zalkovsky and Max and Lena Duren.

Lori is planning to pursue a career as a legal assistant.

County Czech Heritage Museum Plans June 14 Polka Party Burleson

MT:ks 31st Year for En lis ?,:r alion 1 P ik Festival 1997

The people of Ennis, Texas, are getting ready for their annual celebration of Czechoslovakian heritage. The 31st Annual National Polka Festival will he held in Ennis on May 30-June 1, 1997.

On Friday evening of the celebration, residents and visitors from around the nation will kick off the event with a dance at the host hall, SPJST Lodge 25, from 7 p.m.

14/VESTNIK-Wednesday, May 28, 1997 to 11 p.m. The Polka Festival King and Queen will be crowned along with lots of dancing ' to the famous sounds of The Harvesters.

The next day, Saturday, thousands of people will gather to view our large parade with colorful costumes, numerous floats and a variety of bands. This year's Grand Marshall is Mr. Jerry Bartos, General Council to the Czech Republic for Texas. Following the 10 a.m. parade, many activities will be held in the historic downtown district at the corner of Ennis Avenue and McKinney Street.

Events include the Czech Opening Ceremonies, food booths, arts and crafts, and a children's carnival. A certain crowd-pleaser is the Celebrity Klobase Slam. Following the opening ceremonies, metroplex celebrities compete for funds for their favorite charity by eating as many foot-long klobases (Czech sausages) as they can within five minutes. Street dancing is a popular activity for festival-goers of all ages and is hosted annually by the Ennis Chamber of Commerce and Polka Festival Committee. This year's band, Alpenmusikanten, will perform Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

For those interested in authentic Czech meals and non-stop polkas, visit any of Ennis' four large, air-conditioned halls. They include the SPJST (1997 host hall), SOKOL Hall, Knights of Columbus Hall, and the K.J.T. Hall.

Thirteen well-known, Czech bands will circulate between the halls and provide polka music for all to enjoy and dance to.

The bands include: Fabulous Six, Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, Harvesters, Sulak Brothers, Vanek Czech Band, Leroy's Swinging Orchestra, Henry Rejcek Band, Moravian Kats, Becky and The Ivanhoe Dutchmen, The Travelers, The Dance Hall Boys, and Kaluza Polka Band.

Admission fees are $4 for Friday, $7 for Saturday, and $5 for Sunday. One admission fee admits entrance into each hall. Meal tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for children, and includes your meal, tea/coffee and dessert. Free shuttle buses will be provided from the downtown area to the halls on Saturday and Sunday.

Hours of the festival at the halls are: Friday (SPJST only): 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday (all halls): 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.; and Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the SOKOL Hall, KJT Hall, and KC Hall.

The SPJST will conclude the festival with all day entertainment from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. The downtown activities will conclude at 5 p.m. on Saturday and run noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Hope to see you doing the Polka in Ennis this May. Beginning in 1998, the National Polka Festival's new date will be Memorial Day Weekend. Ennis is located 30 miles south of Dallas and is accessible from Exit 251, off IH-45. For more information, contact the Ennis Convention and Visitors Bureau at toll free (888) 366-4748.

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In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge Jaromir No. 54, West, wish to express our condolences to the family and many friends of our departed lodge president, THEODORE (TEP) KOCIAN, age 69, of West, who died in an automobile accident in Waco on Friday morning, May 2, 1997.

A rosary was recited Sunday, May 4 in St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in Ted Kocian West by Rev. Ed Karasek.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday, May 5 in St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption with Rev. Melvin Dornak as celebrant. Burial followed in St. Mary's Cemetery near West with full military honors conducted by West VFW Post No. 4819.

Mr. Kocian was born November 4, 1927, in West where he lived all his life.

He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in West, the Knights of Columbus Council No. 2305, and president of SPJST Lodge 54, West. Mr. Kocian joined SPJST in June, 1976 and also served as president previously in 1986-1991. He was also a member of KJT No. 31. Mr. Kocian was an umpire with the West Little League for 26 years and he was a Westfest Associate Director for a number of years.

He was retired from Farmland Industries and Sam's Club. He enjoyed working in his garden and yard and cooking for weddings and organizations.

Mr. Kocian was a veteran of World War II, having served in the Marines. He was a member of VFW Post No. 4819 in West.

Mr. Kocian married Josephine Hutyra on November 24, 1952, in West.

Survivors include his wife, Josephine of West; his mother, Hattie Kocian of West; three sons, Teddy Kocian and wife Toni, Randy Kocian and wife Debbie, all of Waco, and Tim Kocian of West; three daughters, Janice Russell and husband Rick of West, Amy Gonzalez and husband Richard of Waco and Jennifer Kocian of West; a brother Joe Kocian and wife Dorothy of Waco; four grandchildren, Kaci Kocian, Amanda Kocian and Cody Kocian, all of Waco and Jordyn Russell of West; and four step-grandchildren, Blake Yglecias of Waco, Jessica Gonzalez, Whitney Gonzalez and Zachary Gonzalez, all of Plano.

Active pallbearers were Al (Buddy) Cocek, Mike Kocian, David Polansky, Joe Mashek, Kenneth Hutyra and Ronnie Pustejovsky.

Honorary pallbearers were members of VFW Post No. 4819 and all his friends.

Memorials may be made to the West Little League or St. Mary's Catholic Church in West.

Kotch Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

May he rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee, Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik -SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution ' Committee of SPJST Lodge 189, Bryan, on behalf of our membership, express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of VLASTA NOVOSAD WENTRCEK, who passed away Monday, May 5, 1997, just one day shy of her 89th birthday, at College Station, Texas.

She was born Wednesday, May 6, 1908, at Edge, Brazos County, Texas, to Joseph and Vlasta Blazek Novosad as the second of three children. She was preceded in death by her father in 1961, her mother in 1969, her younger brother (Joe) In 1985, and her older brother (Jerry) in She is descended from Josef and Anna Sevcik Novosad who emigrated to the United States from the village of Provodov in 1879, and Josef and Francis Samson Blazek who arrived in Texas in 1880 from the village of Kratochvilka.

Vlasta married Frank Wentrcek at Wheelock, Texas, on April 18, 1972. They farmed at Wheelock until his death in 1965.

Shortly, thereafter, she moved to Bryan where she was a member of SPJST Lodge 189 in Bryan and the Hope Evangelical Free Church of College Station.

Services for Mrs. Wentrcek were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 7, 1997, at Memorial Funeral Home in Bryan with the Rev. John R. Gantt, Jr. officiating. Burial was in Restever Cemetery in Bryan.

Survivors are a son, Ernest A. Wentrcek of Bryan, daughter Gladys Grimes of Normangee, and daughter Anita Mathis of Fort Worth. Mrs. Wentrcek was blessed with eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace and her memory live among us for the rest of our days.

Resolution Committee, Claudia Novosad Pine Nina Quitta Ernest A. Wentrcek, Jr.

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Expression of Sympathy We, the officers and members of Lodge 201, Bleiblerville-Nelsonville, express our sympathy to the families of our departed brother, THEODORE BEN (TATSEY) WEHRING, who died on April 3, 1997, in a Bellville hospital at the age of 78 years.

The funeral services were held from the Salem Lutheran Church of Welcome with Rev. Walter Schindehette officiating.

"Tatsey" was born on November 25, 1918, in Bleiblerville, Texas, and was the son of Theodore W. and Lillie Bockelmann Wehring. He attended Victoria Public School and Bellville High School.

On June 9, 1946, he was married to Alita Krause in Bellville.

Mr. Wehring served in the U.S. Army during World War II with the 36th Division 131st Field Artillery Battalion Prisoner of War. He was a member of the Texas National Guard Lost Battalion Organization, American Legion, VFW of Bellville, SPJST Lodge 201, Bleiblerville-Nelsonville, Disabled Veterans Organization, and Welcome Lutheran Church.

Tatsey owned and operated the Wehring Cotton Gin and Saw Mill. He was Austin County Precinct 2

Commissioner for ten years.

He is survived by his wife, Alita; a daughter and son-in-law, Marlene and Frankie Macat of Bleiblerville; sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Charlene Wehring of Bleiblerville, Teddy and Bonnie Wehring of Sealy; sister and brother-in-law, Alida and Ben Maresh of Bleiblerville; and seven grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Weldon and Dennis.

Funeral services were under the direction of Knesek Brothers/Edinger Funeral Chapel of Beilville.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Submitted by, Laura Mae Slacik

-SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy The officers and members of Lodge 25, Ennis wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of VICTOR V. SLOVAK. Mass of the Christian Burial for Mr. Victor V Slovak, Sr. was celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, May 9 in St. Johns Catholic Church with the Rev. John Dick as celebrant. Rosary was recited at 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 8 in the Keever Chapel.

Interment was in St. Josephs Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary with /he following serving as pallbearers: Danny Slovacek, David Slovak, Jimmy Mikel, Bobby Joe Slovak, Gilbert Bouska, Steve Dlabaj, David Trojacek, and Steven Kitchens.

Mr. Slovak, 69, died Monday, May 5, 1997, at his home near Ennis.

He was born February 13, 1928, in Bardwell, the son of Frank and Antonie Galetka Slovak. He was reared in Bardwell and Ensign where he attended Central High School. They later moved to Creechville and he attended Ennis High School. In 1946 he entered the U.S. Army Air Corp. He was discharged in 1953. In 1955 he was employed by Vaught Aircraft.

On May 7, 1960, he was married in St. Johns Catholic Church to Louise Agnes Zabojnik of Ennis. After their marriage they lived in Arlington. In 1965 they moved to Ennis. He retired as an electronic technician from LTV in 1990. He was a member of St. Johns Catholic Church, the KJT and the SPJST. He is survived by his wife of Ennis; six sons, Daniel V. Slovak of Ennis, Victor Jr. and his wife, Kim Slovak of Ennis, Steven J. and his wife, Linda Slovak of Maine, New York, Patrick W. Slovak, Samuel J. Slovak and William D. Slovak, all of Ennis; a daughter, Louise Ann and her husband, Matthew Dickerson of Ennis; four brothers, Bob Slovak of Cedar Hill, Frank Slovak of Ennis, Henry Slovak of Denver, Colorado, and John Slovak of Ennis; four sisters, Mildred Slovak of Ennis, Elsie Slama of Ennis, Georgia Harrell of Stockton, California, and Mary Ann Mikel of Ennis; and two step-grandchildren, Crystal and Corey.

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

Margaret Krajca Lodge 25, Ennis

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Reunions 59th Annual Frnka Family Reunion The 59th Annual Frnka Family Reunion will be Sunday, June 1, 1997, in the Dining Hall of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg, Texas.

Registration is at 10:30 a.m. A catered barbecue beef and sausage lunch will be served at 12 noon. Meal reservations are $6 (children under five years are free) and money will be collected at the reunion.

Please make your reservations by May 22 so we can be sure to have enough food for everyone! The business meeting follows at 1 p.m. and the auction is at 1:30 p.m.

We are really looking forward to seeing you at this reunion! Please bring items for the auction, and especially your family address books. We need to update and expand our mailing list for future reunions, and we would like to continue to fill in the missing branches in our Frnka family tree. Let us know about the recent births, deaths, marriages, and other news in your line. We would especially appreciate your sharing old (and not-soold) family photos and mementos with the rest of us. Getting to know family members, both past and present, is what

Kelner Family Reunion The Anton and Alouise Jancak Kelner descendants 12th annual reunion will be held at the American Legion Hall in East Bernard on Saturday, May 31, 1997. The reunion will kick off at 12 p.m. Each family should bring a covered dish.

Barbecue, plates, napkins, drinks, etc. will be furnished. Donation items for the auction to help raise funds for future reunions will be appreciated.

Contact: Mrs. Tony (Helen) Kelner, Secretary (281) 342-2624; 911 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 VP

Shiller-Hejl Family Reunion The Shiller-Hejl reunion will be held Saturday, June 7, 1997 at the Granger VFW hall in Circleville. It is located between Taylor and Granger on Highway 95.

Registration begins at 11 a.m. Bring a basket lunch. Drinks and dinner plates, etc. will be furnished.

Contact: Demetra Shiller, 504 Maresh, Granger, Texas 76574, phone (512) 352-6561.

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Anna Skrivanek and Petr Mikeska Family Reunion The family of Anna Skrivanek and Petr Mikeska will meet on June 7, 1997 in Vsetin at the CMB Church hall. It is six miles east of Hallettsville on FM 2314. There will be a potluck meal at noon. Bring old photographs to show.

Contact: Vernon Obelgonner •10

Youth Letters Section

reunions are all about!

Submitted by, Roxie M. Frnka 4927 Cedar Springs Road Dallas, Texas 75235-8701 —SPJST--

Spaun Vincik - Zidek Family Reunion The Third Annual Spaun-VincikZidek Family Reunion will be held Sunday, June 8, 1997, at Lavaca County Senior Citizen Center in Moulton, Texas, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. A pot-luck-style dinner will be served at 12 noon. Bread and drinks will be furnished.

Bring an entree, salad, or covered dish and sweets. Bring items for bingo and bakery items for the cake walk.

Donations are $3 per person and $1 for children (under 12 years). Your donation and support will be recognized at the meeting.

Viola Kurtz 2527 Minnetonka San Antonio, Texas 78210 —SPJSTserved at approximately 12:45 p.m.

Families are requested to bring one or two covered dishes to share.

Table service, drinks, bread, etc. will be furnished. Attendees are also asked to bring items for an auction that will follow the business meeting.

Contact: Dan Mares at (817) 939-6162.

Youth Club Members Please Note All last quarter Vestnik projects and contests are due to the the State Youth Leader in Temple on May 30.

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Presents Scenes from Recent Activities

LEFT PHOTO: Attendees to the March meeting of Lodge 9, Snook were treated to a presentation by Leslie Yezak. The topic of his talk was how to be successful in life. RIGHT PHOTO: Mrs. Georgia Kovar addressed the February meeting, informing members about the Snook Fest that will be held at the City Park in Snook on June 7th.

Youth Club members build bird feeders from pine cones, peanut butter and birdseed at their April meeting.

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Josef Martinec Family Reunion It's time again for the Joe and Rose (Mart's) Martinec family reunion to be held on Sunday, June 8, 1997 at the Seaton Community Center in Seaton, Texas. Bring a covered dish, vegetable, and dessert. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. with games to follow. Bring your favorite board game, dominoes, cards, etc. for fun out of the sun! The reunion is hosted by the Joe Lee Martinek family. See you there!

Youth Club members sign cards for people in the community.

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Planka Family Reunion The descendants of Michael and Barbara (Bitalova) Planka will have their seventh reunion on Sunday, June 8, 1997, at the home of Jess and Gearldine Frank in Iowa Colony, Texas, from 11 a.m. until ? They were parents of Lydia, Frank, Marie, Bessie, Alfred (Fred), Rudolph, Angelina (Angie), Amelia Molly), Martha and Josephine Judy). Meat will be provided. lease, bring a side dish and/or dessert.

Contact Gearldine Frank at (281) '431-1474 or Janet Rawlinson at (281) 354-6842.

Buckholts School and Community Reunion

Tesar-Novak Family Reunion

The next Buckholts School and Community Reunion will be in' the SPJST Lodge Hall in Buckholts, Texas, on June 7, 1997. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. with a catered barbecue buffet starting at 11:30 a.m.

Meal tickets are $6 per plate.

Contact: Raymond Posival• 440 gp HO Family Reunion The descendents of Frank and Helen Hejl wil l nold their 42nd cnnual reunion at Seaton Star Hall, SPJST Lodge 47 in Secton, Texas, on June 8, 1997.

A covered dish meal will be

The descendants and friends of John and Mary Tesar, Jake Novak and Kathryn Stavinoha will meet at the VFW on FM 730 in Azle, Texas, northwest of Fort Worth, on Saturday, June 21, 1997.

Registration will begin at 11 a.m.

Barbecue dinner with all the trimmings is on the menu, Please bring your famous pastries.

A live country and western band will p l ay between 6 and 10 p.m. fe.ov‘./ship.

Come and enjoy RSVP to Lou Woolsey, 1 708 Florence Drive, Azle, Texas 76020, (817) 237-5984.

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At their April meeting, Youth Club members planted oses in the Bowe ed uilt

by Lodge President Lyndon Jakukik.

16/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 28, 1997

WiliuShow Your Patri o ti c Spi r i t m 11(1111 Enter the SPJST

Flag Day Essay Contest (for ages 14 -18)

The winning essay prize will be $100. Essay will be read at the Flag Ceremony at the SPJST Home Office. The essay will also be published in the Vestnik. Select one of these topics: "Why My Age Group is the Generation to Restore Respect for the American Flag" or "How I Feel When I Pledge Allegiance to, the Flag." Essays (150 Word Minimum • 300 Word Maximum) must be postmarked no later than June 3, 1997. Mail entries to SPJST State FAC "Flag Essay," P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503.

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club Member Ready to Dance Dear Readers, The Polka Festival is coming on May 30. The parade will be on May 31. My brother and I will eat and dance until June 1. Come have fun with us. Meme said the food will be good. Popo said the music will be better than the food.

Jerrod Ryan (8) (5/21/97) —SPJST-

39, Bryan Youth Club Reports on April Meeting Lodge

Dear Readers, Lodge 39, Bryan held their meeting on April 19, 1997. We had a clean-up day of mowing, picking up trash and moving brush.

We found a dead dog under our porch.

My mom let me weed-eat in the places that she could not reach with the mower.

After three hours or so the pull string on the mower got stuck around the inside.

So we quit and ate a lunch of sandwiches.

Then, we held our meeting, adjourned our meeting and we went home.

Sincerely, Brande Roesler (5/19/97) —SPJST-

Amber May and Denise Boenisch.

Clean-Up Committee members are Jeremiah May and Misty Boenisch.

After our meeting, we went to the Lake Worth Village Retirement Home and gave out Mother's Day gifts to the ladies. We also gave gifts to the ladies at the lodge.

After the mother lodge meeting was over, we ate a big lunch. They served barbecue, potato salad, cole slaw, peaches, cakes, and pies.

James Linderman (11) (5/19/97) —SPJST--

Lodge 160, San Angelo Youth Club Participates in Spring Meeting Dear Members, The youth from Lodge 160 Youth Club had a booth recently at the District Four Spring Meeting. They sold the SPJST 100th Anniversary cookbooks Included in their display was samples of some of the recipes in the cookbook and literature promoting the SPJST youth. Everyone enjoyed sampling the tasty treats. Thanks to all who purchased a cookbook.

Fraternally, Sandra Jansa District Youth Counselor —SPJST-

92, Fort Worth Youth Club Reports on May Meeting

Lodge

On May 11, 1997, we elected officers: President Candace Boenisch Vice President Paxton Davies Secretary Alicia Boenisch Treasurer/Reporter James Linderman Flag Bearer William Fuller Telephone Committee members are

Lodge 160, Youth Club members attending the District Four Spring Meeting included, from left: Cara Jansa, Austin Miller and Clay Jansa.

Are you planning to attend the

LIT Workshop?

If so, please make sure to return your registration to State Youth Director Joni Lange before May 28.

Queen's Notebook Dear SPJST Readers, "All That Glitters" was the theme for this year's Platinum Awards Party held at Lodge 88, Houston on Sunday, May 4.

This was a casino party with lots of different card and dice games. The honorees were Johnny Broz, Fraternalist of the Year; Justin Miller, District Five King; Nicholas Godwin, District Five Duke; and me, Karen Bender, SPJST State Queen, and Krystle Bender, SPJST State Duchess. We are all members of Lodge 88 and were recognized for our SPJST accomplishments for 1996.

After three hours of casino-style fun, we were served a fried chicken dinner with all the trimmings. Three beautiful cakes were served. The cakes were designated as "SPJST State Royalty," "SPJST Fraternalist of the Year," and "SPJST 1996 New Members."

Clara Broz, Lodge 88 President, and Barbara LinneyGonzales, Youth Leader, introduced our honorees. Then, more fun came when the raffle prizes were drawn.

I would like to thank my parents, grandparents, all my aunts and uncles and our dear friends, Joe and Susan Siptak, and their children from Lodge 4 for attending our special day. It was great to see all of you.

Our next SPJST state appearance will be the Ennis Polka Festival parade on Saturday, May 31 in Ennis, Texas.

Fraternally, Karen Bender SPJST State Queen —SPJST-

from "All That Glitters" Theme Party at Lodge 88 Houston Scenes

May 4, 1997 "All That Glitters" was the theme for this year's Lodge 88, Houston Platinum Awards Party. Three hours of casinostyle fun were topped by a delicious fried chicken dinner. It was great to see Fraternalist of the Year Johnny Broz, right, back in action.

In attendance were, from left, SPJST State Duchess Krystle Bender, SPJST State Queen Karen Bender and District Five Director Louis Hanus.

Betting looks hot and heavy at this table. Naomi Spencer, what a pile of chips you have!

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Oddil Dopisovatelti Rad tislo 47, Seaton Mile Sestry a Bratti, Pfedseda E.J. Pechal zahajil nal schfize 4.kvetna ye dve hodiny odpoledne. Vlajky nastolily Jessica Kirby a Janet Bada.

Jsme meli tichou vzpominky za sestru Evelyn Hejl Marek.

Novi eleni pfijati jsou Irene McClain, Peggy Sue Schaffel, Dale Louis Pechal, Lois Pechal a Thomas Ray Pechal.

Pfedseda Pechal promluvil od n8 piknik, 1.dervna. Jidlo budou na 11 a.m.; staneky otevfit ye jeden hodin odpoledne; a raznY zabavy po celou odpoledne. Take budeme mit "Oldfashioned bingo," pak doneste nejaky prize - "canned goods," kolade, a tak dale.

Tajemnice Dolores glcrabanek pfedetla protokol z minule schitze a byl pfijat, tak jak byl napsan. Edwin Vagidek podal zpravu za dozofci

0 C'eskS7ch exulantech v gech dob a vztahu exit a eeski vlast (K uvefejneni pfipravil Jan Vaculik od fidu SPJST 6slo 54, West, Tx.) V nakladatelstvi BARONET v Praze vy gla na jafe v roce 1996 publikace "Cdi na vlasku" pfe2ivani.

Pfirudka narodniho Autorem je Benjamin Kuras uvadenY jako britsko-desky spisovatel, novinaf a drama tik. Podle zalo2ky vystudoval v Olomouci anglistiku, profesionalne zadal psat v roce 1966, od bfezna do srpna 1968 pracoval v anglickem vysilani Ceskoslovenskeho rozhlasu v Praze a od ledna 1969 vysilal fadu let v Ceske redakci BBC. Je autorem 13 anglicky psanych her, ktere se hraly v pfekladech v Nemecku, Rakousku, gvycarsku, ItaHi a Israeli. V letech 1990-93 pfispival do tydeniku Respekt, v roce 1994 napsal nekolik elankii pro Cesky denik. Publikace Ceai na vlasku vy gla ptivodne anglicky pod nazvem CZECHS AND BALANCES. Jako osobni pohled autora problematiku fenornenu, jakYm je exil, pfetiskujeme kratkou pasa pro informaci: "Belohorske drama zavadi do deskych d6jin novY prvek, kter1;/

vybor a byly dobre. tensice, co pro givali tak pekna pfikrYvka (queen-sized quilt) pro n8 piknik byly: Gladys Marek, Georgia g odek, Adeline Kohutek, Lorene Palla, Martha Palla, Millie Schiller, Vallie Tupy, Martha Dubdak, Eva Popelka z Juanita Wychopen.

Audit za tfi mesice podal Woodrow Marek a James gkrabanek.

Narozeniny budou slavit: Mary V8idek. VYrodi diatku budou slavit Tom a Margaret Gibson a E.J. a Judy.

Pechal.

Losovani vyhrali Gladys Marek, Helen Janadek, Margaret Gibson, Mary Vagidek, Dorothy Pechal, Joyce Pechal, Pearlie Faichtinger, Rosie Lee Pechal, Donna Bada, Vallie Zavodny a Dolores gkrabanek.

Pfisti schiize bude pondeli, 9.dervna a budeme mit "covered dish" v 6:30 p.m. a schilze v sedm hodin veder.

Mejte se radi, Emily Mikeska Stuteville —SPJSTzustane jejich trvalym rysem al' do dnegni doby. Vytvafi fenomen politickeho exilu na rozdil od emigrace z dirvodil ekonomickYch. CeskY exil nikdy nevyroste v diasporu, jakou maji Zide, Irove, Armeni nebo i Polaci a Italove.

Jakmile se jednou ocitnou venku bez nadeje a touhy na navrat, Ce gi se obvykle rozplynou mezi mistnim obyvatelstvem nejpozdeji do druhe generace. Jejich v exilu narozene deti jsou u'2" AmeriCane, Kanad'ane, Australane, Britove, Francouzi ei Svcati s nepatrnSrm zajmem o 2emi ei kulturu sv9. ch ptedkil a ve ginou s pramalou nebo vubec 'Zadnou znalosti ee gtiny. Dost pfekvapivou vS7jimku tvoti skupiny eeske (pozn. red.: ptesneji morayske) diaspory v Texasu, kde kakodennim jazykem zustala Ce§tina osmnacteho (pozn. red.: to snad ne, spi§e jazyka z konce devatenacteho) stoleti a kde se dodnes peeou jinde ji2 &Nino zapomenute babieeiny buchty.

V tvrdSrch dramatech 20. stoleti se exilovy syndrom zrychluje do etyt yin behem trvani jednoho lidskeho 2ivota. V Ceskern narode jako v 2adnem jinern se vytvati paleiva a trvajici rorttlka hranieici s ne vrallvosti a2 nenavisti mezi, jak to obvykle vidi ti, co setravali, "temi, ktefi uprchli za lep gim 2ivotern" a "temi, kteti zustali a trpeli" riebo, jak to vidi vystehovalci, "nami s pevnym pfesveddenim" a "jimi s potivenYm." V§echny Ceske exilove generace maji jedno spolene: b6hem nekolika

malo let oddeleneho 2ivota se my§leni a narodni citeni exulantii a thstav§ich zadne natolik lisit, ze nei se znovu setkaji, jejich zpilsob vnimani sveta a 2ivota je nesluditelnY. Tragikomicke na torn je, 2e adkoliv mluvi tym2 jazykem, mnozi vystehovalci jim mluvi lope s urditou muse alni kultivovanou vytfibenosti a slovni bohatosti, 2adny z nich nema tu Beni, jak to, 2e slova a vety pfijaly tak odli gne asociace, si jedni s druhYmi vzajemne skoro nerozumi.

Vystehovalci, ktefi se vesmes usazuji v zemich s vy gim stupnem politick& ideologicke a podnikatelske svobody a s niNim stupnem moralni a ekonornicke korupce, se na svou starou vlast postupne zadnou divat pies sve nova ziskane parametry a normy. V urditem smyslu si vytfibili ty idealy a mefitka, pro na' odchazeli z vlasti.

Pfizpusobili je sve mu novemu prosttedi a nechali si je novym prostfedim dal utvafet. Tato mefitka mezitim zastarala nebo se pfinejmen§im nedaji uplattiovat na starou vlast, kdy nad etickou distotou prosttedkti ptevladla bezprosttedni potteba fysickeho a hmotneho pte2iti za kahlou cenu.

VS/sledkem toho jsou odli§na pravidla jednani, ktera se li§i odlig nSnni cili: 1. venku: potteba riskovat a ptizpilsobovat se materialnimu, spoleeensketnu a kulturnimu nepohodli zato ale ye svobodnej§im prosttedi vede k idealistic tej§imu, dobrodrOnejAimu, pru2nej§imu, sebevedomej§imu a tolerantej§imu ptistupu k zivotu. S tim ptichazi take uznani osobni zodpovednosti za Uspechy a netispechy.

2. uvnitt: zaostteni na Usili ziskat co mo2na nejve g i pohodli do saIitelne za darich podminek jako jedinou hmatatelnou miru bezpeei.

To ptevlada nad etickou eistotou prosttedlcti, ktera je pokladana za zby teenost a blahovost. VSIsledkem je defensivni pistup, jenZ" Ipi na eemkoli, co je "male ale jiste" a eeho se cid dosahnout a drkt. Kdy2 vidi v§ehny padouchy a patolizaly gplhat nahoru, poctivost a spravedlivost se stanou ptilis drahSqn zbo2im, kdy se nepoctivost a ohSfbani patete tolik vyplaci.

Odpovednost se ptenechava "systemu," ve kterem se neda uspet iadnSTm jinSnn zpilsobem.

Obema taborum se jejich odligne pfistupy staly samozfejmosti a ani jeden, ani druhy je neberou v potaz, dokud se nesrazi a pak vypuk ne samo peklo. Vystehovalci ye svem idealismu a pocitu, ze sve bYvale

vlasti snad neco dluzi, za2ivaji neustalou frustraci, kdykoli se sna21, aby tarn nee° fungovalo podle jejich metitek. Zitstav gim se pak jevi jako na foukanci, vedne poudujici, nepraktidti, bez ustani kritisujici, nikdy nespokojeni vgevedove, besrvisfi, kibicove, tito vystehovalci jim naruguji pohodu.

Zustavgi to mae tolik drai'dit, 2e jim dasto odseknou, aby drzeli hubu nebo do ',Swale vlasti nejezdili.

Absurdne pak nakonec strani svYmbYvalYm utladovatelum proti tem, ktefi se naivne pokladali za jejich spojence. S temi se aspori znaji, byli konec koncii na jedne vratke lodi. To mil2e dokonce vest i dnegni deske politiky k tomu, 2e dokaii opakovane prohl8ovat, "emigranti nam nemaji co povidat, proto2e to tu s nami nepro2ili." I z toho kdysi neutralniho slova emigrant se stala nadavkya, za ni2 se podstrkuji vgelijake zabavne eufemismy jako krajane.

Malokdo si uvedomuje, ze i to je soudast jejich pobelohorskeho syndromu, ktery tika dal, nepovgimnuty, nerozebranY. Od Bile Hory do dnegniho dne se na nem zmenilo malo...."

(Pfevzato z Bulletineu UZ, dislo 2/1997) Ptipojuji nekolik vlastnich poznamek: ne gkodi pro kaLleho z nas si pfedist fivahu dloveka, ktery sice mysli a pi ge nag iroko, dokonce na nekolik stoleti, av gak podafilo se mu vyjadtit ve slovech onen do jiste miry pravdivST Ukaz, ze nekteti elenove nageho naroda se chovaji ptesne podle popisu pa pa Kurase.

Sam jsem v rodine citil, k by mohlo dojit k takovYm konctim, proto jsme posilali deti na Moravu a do tech za rodinou, aby si uvedomily jazykove a narodni vztahy a nezanikly mezi domorodci, co2 je samo o sobs divne, protok jejich 2ivotni prosttedi by melo bSft v Texasu a z neho by mely pak Cerpat svoji 2ivotni posilu.

Pokraeovanf

18/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 28, 1997

31st Annual National Polka Festival in Ennis, Texas

SPJST CALENDAR FOR SPJST LODGES ONLY

May 30 - June 1, 1997 FOUR SPACIOUS AIR-CONDITIONED HALLS FREE PARKING • DOWNTOWN PARADE ONE DAILY PRICE GETS YOU IN ALL FOUR HALLS! FEATURING MANY DIFFERENT BANDS including Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, Becky and The Ivanhoe Dutchmen, The Harvesters, The Sulak Brothers, The Kaluza's, plus others!

Authentic Czechoslovakian food and pastries Street Dancing and Arts and Crafts Downtown Parade and Klobase-Eating Contest

Come Eat, Drink, Dance and "Czech" out Ennis, Texas!

FABRYGEL TOURS 15-Day Guided Tour September 2 -16,1997 Tour the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland and Vienna, Austria.

Tour includes air fare, hotels and three meals per day: $2,050 per person (Based on double occupancy)

For information, please call (Toll Free) 1 (888) 411 - 1998

Now Enrolling in Temple

Wilson School of Art

LODGE NO. 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Sunday, June 1—Meeting at 7 p.m. ***

LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Saturday, May 31—Krizan Family Reunion Sunday, June 1—RVOS No. 46 Meeting Friday, June 6—Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Hot dogs and all the trimmings will he served before the meeting. All dads will be honored.

Saturday, June 7—Lenart Family Reunion Sunday, June 8—Kocian Family Reunion Saturday, June 14—Glatter Family Reunion Sunday, June 15—Beard Family Reunion Saturday, June 21—Makovy Family Reunion For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (817) 826-5863.

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

Local lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:30 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.

For more information or to register, please call (254) 778-7061 • Temple

Sunday, June 1, 1997 BBQ with All the Trimmings Free Dinner to Members who Present a Current Membership Card Extra meals may be purchased for: ADULTS: $5 • CHILDREN UNDER 12: $3

Entertainment for All Clown • Moon Jump • Booths • Prize Drawing • Silent Auction Lodge 88 Choral Group to perform at 11:30 a.m.

Free Dance from 1 - 9 p.m.

Music furnished by Lee Roy Matocha and Donnie Wavra

FUN! FUN! FUN! COME JOIN THE FUN!

CZECH REPUBLIC FALL '97 TOUR

Lodge No. 47

September 16 - 30, 1997

* 5 Miles East of Temple on Highway 53 *

Sunday, June 1, 1997

Airfare, Hotels and Three Meals Per Day $1,995 per person

Beginning at 11 a.m.

(Based on Double Occupancy)

Bar-B-Que Beef and Sausage with all the trimmings. Serving from 11 a.m. - ? Plates to go also.

Music for your listening pleasure by

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS

BEGINNING AT 11 A.M. • 1435 BEALL STREET • HOUSTON

SEATON STAR HALL

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100TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF SPJST

Includes Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna

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

SPJST LODGE 88, HOUSTON CENTENNIAL HOMECOMING

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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

Games for All Ages

Charles Mikeska & Kolache Combo

BAKE SALE

Auction Starts at 4:30 p.m.

Mathes Cakes Pies

Free Entertainment Throughout the Day! Your Patronage Appreciated!

For information, call W. C. and Barbara Kolinek

The Old Prague Market 1 (800) 436-0931

WANTED Man and wife team, with some motel experience, to man age 37-room AAAapproved motel in west Texas county seat of 6,000 people.

Write: Joe Svacek, Jr. 4141 Winding Way Ct. Dallas, Texas 75287

1 (512) 251-7330

Phone: (972) 407-0614

Elgin Travel 1 ;800) 353-5446 1 (512) 365-8585

Fax resume to:.

1972) 407- - '33

Wednesday, May 28, 1997—VESTNIK/19 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, June 1—Vrazels, 3-7 p.m. ($6 per person) Sunday, June 8—Battle Dance with Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six and City Polka Boys, 2-7 p.m. ($6 per person) For rentals and reservations, call Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534. Band Bookings: Artie Monson at (512) 281-3711 or (409) 2635260. Lodge meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise stated

Sunday, June 1—Homecoming Picnic; annual event beginning at 11 a.m. with barbecue beef and sausage plates, music by Charles Mikeska Kolache Combo, games for all ages, hamburgers from 3 p.m. on; auction at 4:30 p.m., bake sale, cold drinks and more; Everyone invited for a grand time!

Saturday, June 7—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Fortieth Wedding Anniversary Dance for Clarence and La Verne Pechal Monday, June 9—Covered dish supper at 6:30 p.m.; lodge and youth club meetings follow Saturday, June 14—Back Roads, EvilsizerHaisler Free Wedding Dance Monday, June 16—Trustee Meeting, 7 p.m.

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 Dorothy Pechal at (817) 985-2545 or (817) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE

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Saturday, May 31—Private Sunday, June 1—Green Reunion Monday, June 9—Lodge Meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Social at 7 p.m.

Friday, July 4 — Lodge 24, Cyclone 100th Anniversary and Fourth of July Celebration 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 Bobby Hoelscher at (817) 985-2537.

LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA

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Friday, June 20—Game Social, 5 p.m.

Saturday, June 28—Franke Family Reunion 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

LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Friday, May 30 to Sunday, June 1—Polka Festival (see Lodge Letters sections for details) Friday, June 6—Rental Saturday, June 7—RVOS No. 51 Picnic Saturday, June 21—Rejecek Wedding Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Monthly meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. For rentals, reservations-or more information, call Bar Manager Kenneth Honza at (972) 875-8359, Vice President Jim Holahan at (972) 875-5230 or the hall at (972) 875-8381 and leave a message. ***

LODGE NO. 28, KARL JONAS EAST BERNARD Sunday, June 8 —Lodge Meeting at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall located at 106 Leveridge Street in East Bernard.

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Friday, May 30—Brian Davenport*Karaoke (downstairs) Friday, June 6—Polka Stars (downstairs) Friday, June 13—Midnight Sun (downstairs) Friday, June 20—Granger Polka Boys (downstairs) Friday night dances are 8 to 12. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Adult lodge meetings are every second Sunday of the month at 4 p.m.

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. **.

Friday, June 6—Quarterly Meeting at 7 p.m.

For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (817) 826-5990 (night) or (817) 826-5343 (day). ***

LODGE NO. 66, WACO Saturday, May 31—Private Wedding Saturday, June 7—Private Wedding Saturday, June 14—Private Wedding Saturday, June 21—Private Wedding 50th Dances are from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight and cover is $5. Game nights (Taroky, dominoes, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Members, please bring snacks. *** LODGE NO. 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held 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.

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. 91, CROSBY Thursday, June 26—Bus Trip to Players Island Casino in Lake Charles, Louisiana. There's no charge for the trip; however, a minimum of 40 people must be confirmed before the trip is finalized. For more information and to confirm your seat on the bus, call Chester Stasney at (281) 843-2882. Don't miss out on this day of fun!

LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, June 1—Country/Western Dance with ever-popular Jacksboro Highway Band, 3-6 p.m.

Sunday, July 6—Country/Western Dance with Jacksboro Highway Band, 3-6 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. For hall rentals, call Joyce at (817) 624-1361 for a place to have your private party. ***

LODGE NO. 97, PLACEDO June—Membership drive supper/social at DuPont Park at 6 p.m. (details to follow) ***

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. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL

LODGE NO. 133, SAN ANTONIO

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

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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.

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.

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

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LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS

Sunday, June 29—Family Day. Start your Independence Day celebration early. Wear red, white and blue. Special entertainment, meal, and door prizes. Our 50-year members will be honored guests. The fun begins at 2 p.m. Be there!

Bingo every Monday night at 7:15 p.m.; Games License No. 1-76-0053964-1. For hall bookings, call Dora Kopecky at 543-4865.

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Saturday, June 7 — Lodge meeting at 4 p.m.

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

Saturday, June 21—Branded Heart Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month. Trustees' meeting start at 7 p.m. The business meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.

Youth Club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-74-2042239-0 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

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LODGE NO. 32, VICTORIA Wednesday, June 4—Meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Victoria Electric Co-Op Building at 102 South Ben Jordan Street. Please note date change.

LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN

Sunday, June 1—CENTENNIAL HOMECOMING. See lodge letters' section and ad on page 18 for information.

Friday, June 6—Texas Brew, country/western, no one under 13 admitted ($5 per person) Saturday, June 7—Manny Green, big band music, dress code ($10 per person) Saturday, June 14—Bobby Layne from Nebraska, big band music, dress code ($10 per person) Saturday, June 21—Jack Melick, "The Piano Man," 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.

Saturday, May 31—No Dance Saturday, June 7—Dance with music by the Kaluza Polka Band, 8:30-12:30 ($6 per person) Wednesday, July 16—Annual Chartered Bus Trip to Bossier City and Isle of Capri Casino, $20 per person. Advance reservations and payment required seating is limited! Call Wanda Petr (214-352-4397) or Justine Yeager at (214827-0920) for details and reservations.

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

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, June 8—Lodge Meeting at 2 p.m.

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

LODGE NO. 148, BLESSING Saturday, June 7—Lodge Dinner; free to all members and family who are living at home, extra plates for guests are $4.50. Please RSVP. ***

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-JOURDANTON Sunday, June 8—Lodge meeting at 11:45 a.m. at Jourdanton Civic Center. RSVP to Tillie Koch by June 3 at (210) 569-5627. See you all there! ***

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA

Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Don Alford at (817) 939-7395.

Saturday, May 31—Texas Brew Saturday, June 7—Vanessa and Wild Cactus Saturday, June 14—Miles of Texas Saturday, June 21—Texas Brew 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 (281) 487-3297.

LODGE NO. 47, SEATON

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Thursday, May 29—Cleaning Workday, 6 p.m. to ?

Friday, May 30—Clean-up Workday, 6 p.m. to ?

Saturday, May 31—Preparations for the picnic, 8 a.m. until all is done, setting of tables, chairs, booths, etc.

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON

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LODGE NO. 87, TEMPLE

Saturday, May 31—Brian Marshall (first time at Chandelier Ballroom), polka and variety ($6 per person)

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Saturday, May 31—Sante Fe Saturday, June 7--Debonaires Saturday, June 14—Open

LODGE NO. 178 LONGVIEW- KILGORE Lodge meets on the first Thursday of each month at the VFW Post, 4002, Longview. ***

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LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON Saturday, May 31—Cross Fire Saturday, June 7—Texas Fever Saturday, June 14—Southern Exposure Saturday, June 21—Hazardous Hawkers 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, (972) 2639031, (972)262-8830 and (817) 457-2138.

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, May 30—People's Choice Saturday, May 31—Chad Hudson Friday, June 6—Lonesome Dove Saturday, June 7—People's Choice Sunday, June 8—Regular Meetings, youth at 3 p.m. and lodge at 4 p.m. (covered dish meal follows) Monday, June 9—Domino Club at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, June 13—Debonaires Saturday, June 14—Latino Band Friday, June 20—Frontier Saturday, June 21—Chad Hudson Private party room available. For more information, call 255-1554 Wednesdays from 7 to 11 a.m. or leave message ***

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Game times: Sunday, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; lodge monthly meetings on the first Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Games License No. 1-74-1960208-5. ***

LODGE NO. 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Sunday, June 8—Quarterly Meeting at 2 p.m. in the Board Room of First Federal Savings Bank, 2900 Texas Avenue in Bryan, Texas. All members are urged to attend to provide input on finalizing plans for the lodge's 20th Anniversary Dinner LODGE NO. 191, LUFKIN Wednesday, May 28—East Texas Cloggers Saturday, May 31—Private Party For dance reservations, call Marilyn Page at 632-1124.

LODGE NO. 196, HOUSTON-WEST 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, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Sunday, June 8—Meeting at 3 p.m.; a most cordial invitation to all members, visitors and new members Regular monthly lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

—SPJST-

SPJST 100th Anniversary Golf Tournament Saturday, July 12 • Tee Time: 7:30 a.m.

Sammons Golf Course • Temple, Texas

SPJST Bestfest

Celebrating 100 Years of Benevolence, Humanity and Brotherhood

July 12 - 13, 1997 Bell County Expo Center • Belton, Texas

Sign -Up Now!

Barbecue Cook-Off

Local lodges and youth clubs are encouraged to reserve their free booth space at the SPJST Bestfest and 100th Anniversary Celebration set for July 12 and 13 at the Bell County Expo Center in Belton. The area will be approximately 10' x 10'. Tables and chairs can be rented from the Expo Center and additional space will be available at the rate of $50 per day for a 10' x 10' booth. Paid spaces are also available to lodge members with something to sell or promote.

To reserve a booth space or for additional information, please contact the President's Office at 1(800) 727 - 7578.

Barbecue cookers are encouraged to start registering their teams to compete in the Centennial Barbecue Cook-Off. Both member and non-member cookers will be competing for trophies and cash prizes in three categories: beef brisket, pork ribs and chicken.

The entry fee for teams to compete in the SPJST Centennial Barbecue Cook-Off is $50. For complete guidelines, including prizes and entry forms, please contact Brother Gene McBride at the SPJST Home Office at 1(800) 727 7578.

Golf Tournament

Tarok Tournament

Golfers are encouraged to start registering their teams to compete in the Centennial Golf Tournament. The tournament, which will take place on Saturday, July 12, will be played at the Sammon's Park Golf Course in Temple.

There is a $40 per player registration fee and each team is required to have at least one SPJST member on the team.

For complete tournament information, including prizes and registration materials, please contact Brothers Keith Gatewood or Daryl Entrop at the SPJST Home Office at 1 (800) 727 -7578.

Local lodges and business owners take note: Tournament sponsors are available at the rate of $50 per hole.

Tarok players are encouraged to start registering to compete in the Centennial Tarok Tournament. The tournament, which will take place at the Bell County Expo Center, is open to all SPJST members and non-members over the age of 18.

There is a $25 per player registration fee. For complete tournament information and a registration form, please contact the President's Office at the SPJST Home Office at 1(800) 727 -7578.

Got a Besffest question?

at 1 (800) 727 - 7578.

If you are planning to attend the SPJST's 100th Anniversary Celebration July 12 and 13, you may be interested in making reservations to stay for the night. The following is a listing of Temple area inns that you may wish to contact to reserve a room.

Ramada Inn Ltd. IH-35 and Second Belton, Texas 76513 (254) 939-3745 50 rooms blocked, $40.50, plus tax (two double beds or king) $34.95, plus tax (queen) Fairfield Inn of Temple 1402 S.W. H.K. Dodgen Loop Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 771-3030

Individual Hole Sponsorships are available for as lithe as

$50. Each sponsorship entitles you to a sign placed at the tee box, PLUS inclusion on a larger Sponsor Board.

The Sponsor Board, in addition to being displayed at the course club house, will also be displayed at the SPJST 100th Anniversary Celebration Activities at the Bell County Expo Center, July 12 and 13.

Limited spots are available for $100 sponsors for closest-to-the pin contests. In addition to the individual sign placed at the tee box, a larger sign signifying your sponsorship of the contest will be placed near the contest holes, tripling your exposure.

This is an opportunity to be part of something special. The SPJST is celebrating 100 years of committed service to its members and the people of Texas. Take the opportunity to be part of it. For information on participating in the four-person team scramble, call Daryl Entrop or Keith Gatewood at (800) 727-7578 or (817) 773-1575.

To become a hole sponsor, simply complete the information below and mail to: SPJST ATTN: Keith Gatewood, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Or, you may call the above numbers.

Name: Phone: Hole Sponsorship Type:

$50 - No. of Holes

$100 - No. of Holes

Tell your friends about membership in the SPJST. For 100 years, the SPJST and its local lodges have worked to establish the Society as a proactive fraternal organization. There's no better time than now, during the 1997 SPJST Centennial Membership Drive, to encourage your friends and families to join!

Call the President's Office

Need a Place to Stay?

LaQuinta Inn 1604 West Barton Temple, Texas 76504 (800) 531-5900 or (254) 771-2980 50 rooms blocked, $55, plus tax Continental Breakfast

Here's your chance to be seen.

56 rooms blocked, $62.95, plus tax Continental Breakfast Ramada Inn 802 North General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 (800) 777-1212 or (254) 778-4411 100 rooms blocked (50 doubles and 50 kings) $48, plus tax, Continental Breakfast Inn at Scott and White 2625 South 31st Street Temple, Texas 76504 (817) 778-5511 50 rooms blocked $55, plus tax

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The SPJST was founded as a fraternal benefit society in 1897. Throughout its exis-

tence, the Society has worked to ensure the financial security of its members and its fraternal commitment to the communities where SPJST members live and work.

T hrough

a wide range of insurance options and financial products, the SPJST offers its members the peace of mind that comes with financial security. Mortgage loans and mortgage protection are also available to qualified members.

For 100 years, the SPJST and its local lodges have worked to establish the Society as a proactive fraternal organization. SPJST lodges sponsor a wide range of family-oriented activities and community service projects. These include musical and dance groups, dances, picnics, games, contests, summer camps and youth activities. In addition, the SPJST will award approximately 100 scholarships to deserving high school seniors and college undergraduates in 1997.

With a faith born of deeds, dedication and a renewed commitment to our members and the communities that we serve, we proudly proclaim in our centennial year that,

"The Best is Yet to Come!"

SPJST Home Office • 520 North Main Street • Temple, Texas 76501 1 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575