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ESTN K SPJST Herald Official Publication of The Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas, Founded 1897

HUMANITY

BENEVOLENCE VOLUME 87 NUMBER 7

BROTHERHOOD

Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 ISSN-07458800

February 24, 1999

Congratulations to Our 1998 Fraternalists of the Year On an annual basis, since 1987, the SPJST has

honored an outstanding statewide fraternalist — someone who demonstrates exceptional service either to the lodge or to the community.

Local lodges select their Fraternalists of the Year who are in turn considered for the statewide recognition. The nominee form covers the year in which the nomination is made.

The applications are reviewed and a decision is made by the SPJST Supreme Lodge at their January meeting The following is a listing of the dedicated members who have earned this distinction.

1998 FRATERNAL1ST OF THE YEAR

CYRILL "SID" POKLADNIK

1987 Frances Olexa

1991 Della Kadlecek

Libbie Bartek

Lodge 88, Houston

Lodge 88, Houston

Lodge 177; Academy

1988 Timothy S. Kostom

1992 Jerome C. Dressler

1996 Evelyn Gustafson

Lodge 88, Houston

Lodge 172, Pasadena

Lodge 18, Elgin

1989 Alvin J. Sefcik

1993 Bennie A. Jarma

1997 Willie Kohutek

Lodge 172, Pasadena

Lodge 84, Dallas

Lodge 47, Seaton

1990 Dolores Skrabanek

1994 Jerry Elzner

1998 Cyril "Sid" Pokladnik

Lodge 47, Seaton

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi

Lodge 84, Dallas

1995

1998 FRATERNALIST OF THE YEAR HONORABLE MENTION HONOREES

Lodge 84 Dallas

CLARA BROZ Lodge 88 Houston

ROBERT DOBECKA Lodge 6 Cottonwood

CHARLES GARRETT Lodge 97 Placedo

ANN SCHOENEMAN Lodge 9 Snook

Member: 49 Years

Member: 48 Years

Member: 55 Years

Member: 28 Years

ELSIE MASCHECK Lodge 4 Hallettsville

RICHARD FORD Lodge 13 Dime Box

AGNES RUPP Lodge 18 Elgin

BRIAN VANICEK Lodge 24 Cyclone

MARGARET KRAJCA Lodge 25 Ennis

HELEN KELNER Lodge 28 East Bernard

HENRY JANACEK Lodge 47 Seaton

EMMA CESKA Lodge 66 Waco

Member: 42 Years

Member: 23 Years

Member: 42 Years

Member: 39 Years

Member: 39 Years

Member: 11 Years

Member: 40 Years

Member: 58 Years

JERRY

SIJANSKY Lodge 79 Corpus Christi

DARLENE BLINKA Lodge 81 Needville

JOE PAPRSKAR, SR. Lodge 92 Fort Worth

THOMAS NOVAK Lodge 107 Floresville

CINDY MARTIN Lodge 160 San Angelo

MILTON KOCH Lodge 161 La-Parita Jourdanton

RAYMOND HOLUB Lodge 172 Pasadena

LOUIS DRISKA Lodge 177 Academy

Member: 56 Years

Member. 41 Years

Member: 73 Years

Member: 70 Years

Member: 47 Years

Member: 8 Years

Member: 5 Years

Member: 42 Years

2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, Feburary 17, 1999

Lodges' R equire Care and Support STNi.1( :A FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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Fraternalism: Pass It On

Your local lodge requires the same care and attention that you would extend to a child. Lodge leaders, like parents, lead by example. They accept responsibility and provide direction.

They take care of details and they plan for the future.

Effective lodge leaders, like good parents, see their interests as long-term commitments rather than aS short-term inconveniences. It is in this sense that that they pursue their goals with good will and steadfast determination. And, like good parents, determined lodge leaders know that there is no guarantee of success for their effort. As such, they never stop caring and continue to offer their support to the lodge in spite of singular defeats and disagreements.

They live and judge things in terms of long-range outcomes and accept the responsibility of knowing what conditions are necessary to achieve their goals.

Pictured on the cover of this week's Vestnik are the SPJST's 1998 lodge Fraternalists of the Year. In each case, they have been selected by their fellow members on the basis of the fraternal leadership they have demonstrated in their local lodge and community.

Congratulations to them all.

On an annual basis, the National Fraternal Congress of America (NFCA) encourages member societies to sponsor the Fratemalist of the Year program within their local lodges. At the January meeting of the SPJST Supreme Lodge, officers and directors selected Cyrill "Sid" Pokladnik of Lodge 84, Dallas, as the SPJST's Fraternalist of the Year. Brother Pokladnik and all of the other nominees in attendance will be honored at the Lodge Officers Workshop on Saturday, February 27 at Lodge 177, Academy. Later, Brother Sid's name and application will be submitted as a nominee for the NFCA's 1998 Fraternalist of the Year Award which will presented at the 1999 NFCA Annual Meeting held September 15-18 in Arlington, Virginia.

According to NFCA guidelines, the Fraternalist of the Year award is presented "to recognize an individual who, through example and accomplishment, provides outstanding volunteer service to his or her lodge, society and community."

That definition applies to lots of people I know in the SPJST. They don't all get their picture on the front of the Vestnik, but thanks to their dedication, our lodge system remains intact and a ready vehicle for achieving new levels of growth and fraternal service in the 21st Century.

One of Life's Little Lessons

The following item appeared in the February 17, 1999 issue of Prosveta, the weekly newspaper of the Slovene National Benefit Society, based Imperial, Pennsylvania. Thanks to Prosveta Editor Jay Sedmak for permission to share it with Vestnik readers: Not long ago I read a story about a young man taking a college final. The last question out of five on his exams was, "What is the cleaning lady's first name?"

Most of the students had seen her at one time or another emptying the trash or pushing her cleaning cart in the hallway, but no one knew her name. All most people ever did was smile or nod at her, if that.

Some may have said, "hi."

When the young student finally turned his paper in, he left the last question blank.

He asked the professor if that question was really going to count toward his grade, or was it just some sort of joke. The professor explained that he was very serious and the question would most certainly count. He went on to explain that every today when you see or meet people, you just don't know how important they may be to your future.

Today it was just the cleaning lady, but tomorrow - who knows?

This just happens to be one of life's little lessons. Take the time to show some kindness to others. A little consideration, a smile or a kind word can make a big difference. For the next week or so treat everyone you meet as if they were the most important person in the world.

Wouldn't that make a great week?

By the way, the cleaning lady's name was Colleen. The college student learned a costly but valuable lesson and one that he will never forget.

"Lodge leaders, like parents, lead by example.

They accept responsibility and provide direction."

Plan Ahead ...

Every achievement of man is a value in itself but it is also a stepping-stone to greater achievements and values. Life is growth; not to move forward, is to fall backward; life remains life, only so long as it advances. Every step upward opens to man a wider range of action and achievement -and creates the need for that action and achievement. There is no final, permanent "plateau." The problem of survival is never "solved," once and for all, with no further thought or motion required. More precisely, the problem of survival is solved, by recognizing that survival demands constant growth and creativeness.

-Ayn Rand -SPJST-

Wednesday, February 24, 1999—ViSTNIK/3

1998 SPJST Fraternalist of the Year SPJST Lodge 84, Member Cyrill "Sid" Pokladnik

Cyrill

(Sid) Pokladnik has long been a fraternal and civic leader, active in many organizations. His greatest dedication has been within the SPJST. Beginning in the late 1920's, the founding fathers of SPJST Lodge 84 Dallas inspired Sid to become active on committees, and begin to take officer positions within the local lodge.

Dallas Times Herald, The Dallas Morning News, D Magazine, and is currently listed in The Dallas Shopping Guide, available at fine

book stores, as the only listed market under gourmet foods.

In addition, he is a past nominee for the Linz Award (for civic contributions in Dallas), and has received awards as a conservationist, running a 1000 acre cattle ranch breeding mainly Black Angus. He and After spending many years visiting Rudoph's Market have long been other memberships, attending dis- members of the Southwest Meat trict meetings around the state, and Packers Association and the Dallas becoming increasingly innovative at Chamber of Commerce. helping build active participation in Sid and Justine also hold memberinsurance sales, he began to devote ships in KJT/KJZT, WFLA, Sokol, most of his "free" time to the Sons of Hermann/Germania, and SPJST. many more. Cyrill is also a lifetime During the 1950s and 60s, Cyrill 4th Degree Knight of Columbus. To Pokladnik served as President of cap this off, for 30 years he was the Lodge 84, District President, District original and the only Musical Three Rest Home Director, delegate Director of the Dallas Czech Concert to the conventions, and ultimately Orchestra until last year. the District Three Director. He held Cyrill Pokladnik's dream since his this title, as well as Chairman of the birth in a small village outside of Board for the SPJST. Many times he Brno in 1912, was to be the best he has represented the SPJST at the could be, and to give his life in serTexas and National Fraternal vice to others. He has managed to Congress Conventions. sustain this dream in every commitSid (because of his old world ment. He has managed to sustain European sausage tradition, with its this dream in every commitment. He Czech roots) participated in a sister has enjoyed 64 years of marriage to city trip to Brno in the Czech Justine Svoboda, 48 years of parentRepublic, by providing, transporting ing, 30 years of grandparenting and and serving a barbecue dinner to the 70 years of business. city for its 750th birthday celebraDuring the past year, Brother Sid tion, introducing the "Texas" way of has continued helping Lodge 84 as eating. an advisor, and representing the The family has continued in all the lodge at many functions. He resurefforts of Cyrill and his wife, Justine, rected the annual lodge picnic and who set quite a standard to uphold. once again hosted and cooked barbeAs owner of Rudoph's Market and cue for everyone in August at his Sausage Factory, Cyrill was the lake house on Cedar Creek. Along instrumental force in bringing whole- with his family and career, the sale sales in the late 1940s, resulting biggest recipient of his time has been in Rudoph's products being served in the SPJST. His passion to see this approximately one third of the barbe- great fraternal organization be the cue restaurants in the Dallas and Fort best it can be, has never wavered for Worth areas. This lead to a large him and he has always been proud to expansion of the plant facilities in the have been a major part of its success. sixties, which also included enlargSubmitted on behalf ing the retail section. of SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas, Rudolph's has been named the Justine Yeager, President "Best Meat Market in Dallas" by The —SPJST-

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

5.00% Annualized Effective 24-99 through 4-30-99 ANNUITY II (Certificates Issued 4-1-93 and After)

6.00% Annualized Effective 2-1-98 through 4-30-99

Effective

2-1-99. through 4-30-99 UNIVERSAL LIFE 6.75% Annualized Effective 2-1-99 through 4-30-99

ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 AT THE LODGE OFFICERS' WORKSHOP AND LODGE RECOGNITION AND INCENTIVE BANQUET AT LODGE 177, ACADEMY AGENDA Please note that the workshop agenda is being coordinated by the President's Department For more details, please contact the President's Department at 1 (800) 727 - 7578.

Welcome Session, Registration, Breakfast Pastries Welcome and Flag Presentation .......... ........... ........ Introductions by Supreme Lodge and Editor9:15a.m-4 Presentations by State Field Personnel 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Break 10:15 a.m.

State Royalty Presentations 10:30 a.m. - 10 50 a.m.

Breakout Sessions 10:50 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Fraternalist of the Year Presentation 11:50 a.m Catered Dinner by Michna's of Waco 12:00 a.m. - 1 p.m.

8 a.m. -9 a.m.

9 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

MusicalEntermbyPahBrotes Breakout Sessions Social and Music by Praha Brothers Awards Presentation

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

2 p.m. -3 pm 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Them:Godasl Banquet Door Prizes

5:30 p.m.

6:15 p.m.

GOT QUESTIONS? GET ANSWERS. What do you feel are some of the greatest challenges and/or opportunities facing your lodge and the SPJST? Mail your comments, questions or suggests to: SPJST State Workshop Questions State Fraternal Activities Coordinator • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447 or bring your questions with you to be addressed on February 27.

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Home or Farm Mortgages: 6.25% for 1 to 7 years 6.75% for 8 to 15 years 7.00% for 16 to 20 years 7.00% for 21 to 30 years

ROTH IRA

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Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 8.00% for 10 years 8.25 % for 11 to 15 years

"ro Aorri ta Lo1)65, 1-77,Acapewf--- r0 .1—(t7(46 SPJST Lodge 177, Academy is located on the south side of Academy on Highway 95. Travelers coming in on IH-35 North will take the Loop 363 Exit and proceed east to the Highway 95 Exit. Travelers coming in on North IH-35 will also take the Loop 363 Exit and proceed east to the Highway 95 Exit. Travelers coming in on Highway 190 and 36 will take the Highway 95 South Exit east of Temple.

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, February 24, 1999

District Six Spring Meeting

Around the State District Five planning committee presents spring meeting agenda All members of District Five lodges and their guests are invited to attend the District Five Spring Meeting set for March 7, 1999. The meeting will be hosted by Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall Street in Houston.

A dinner and social will top the agenda from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by the meeting at 1 p.m. Roast beef with all the trimmings will be served for a very good price of $4 for adult plate and $2.50 per children's plate.

We are asking all members to bring their special pastry. We also ask that the lodges and members bring items for bingo and door prizes. We will play bingo again because everyone

seemed to enjoy this activity before.

We are inviting everyone to our memorial service, especially those whose loved one(s) passed away during 1998.

In addition, all 50-, 75-year members and paid-up 96 year-old members are cordially invited. Local lodge Fraternalists of the Year for 1998 will also be presented.

Let's all come out and bring a guest or friend and enjoy a good day of fellowship with our fraternal brothers and sisters.

Please circle the date March 7, 1999 on your calendar and come out to Lodge 88 for a very exciting day.

There will be door prizes at the end of the meeting.

Fraternally yours, Evelyn Mikeska, FIC, District Five President Lillie Mae Peter, FIC, District Five Secretary —SPJST-

Five Spring Meeting

District March 7, 1999 • Hosted by Lodge 88, Houston 1435 Beall Street, Houston, Texas • 713-869-5767 For All Members of District Five Lodges and Their Guests 11:30 to 1:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

March 7, 1999 • Hosted by Lodge 23, Moravia FM 957, 11 Miles Nofth of Hallettsville

The District Six Spring Meeting will be held on the first Sunday in March which is March 7. Lodge 23, Moravia is hosting the meeting at the Moravia Dining Hall. Albert Olsovsky extends a hearty invitation on behalf of his lodge to everyone. Moravia is located on FM 957 about 11 miles north of Hallettsville.

Tentative Agenda Audit Committee to meet at 11:30 a.m

Valerie Motal Mary Matula, Jennifer Hessler

Registration begins at 12 noon Meeting called to order at 1 p.m Posting of Color Welcome from hosting Lodge 23 President Response and Introduction of special guests

District Six President Joe Siptak John Richardson and Adam Siptak Albert Olsovsky Second Vice President/FAC Helen Zabransky First Vice President Albert Olsovsky

Memorial Service Roll Call of Officers and Lodges, Minutes, Recognition of 50- and 75- Year Members and Fraternalists of the Year Secretary Annie Vahalik Treasurer's Report A.J. (Tony) Kelner Youth Counselor's Report, Youth Club Programs and Prize Drawings District Youth Counselor Marcy Dorotik and Assistant Youth Counselor Karen Kaspar Standing Committee Reports Rest Home Director Report Mike Ahlstrom Supreme Lodge Report State Field Representative Report Jim Wiest Supreme Lodge Chairman and District Six Director Report Matt Vanek Old Business

Dinner and Social Meeting

New Business

Call to Order Presentation of Colors National Anthems

Evelyn Mikeska, President District Five Youth Carolyn Filipp and Youth Member (English) Fred Bun (Czech) Welcome Clara Broz, President of Lodge 88 Response Fred Buri, First Vice President Introduction of Guests Carolyn Filipp, Second, Second Vice President Roll call of Lodges Lillia Mae Peter, Secretary Recognize the Frateranalist of the Year Memorial Services Carolyn Filipp, Kristen Bender and Ronnie Hale Recognition of 50 and 75 Year Members and Paid-up at 96 District Five Youth Club Election of Officers

Other Announcements Report of Nominating Committee

Adolf Motal, Joe Nezval and Margaret Smotek

Election of Officers Selection of Site for Fall Meeting Installation of Officers Adjournment Lunch

Please plan to attend and enjoy the afternoon. Door prizes brought by each lodge and other individuals will be given away throughout the afternoon. I look forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions, please give me a call at 361-573-5482.

Fraternally, Annie Vahalik, District Six Secretary

Reports Supreme Lodge Officers Reading of Correspondence and Approval of Minutes Lillia Mae Peter Treasurer's Report Lorenda Baldwin, Treasurer Rest Home Director's Report Lonnie Lostak, Rest Home Director District Five Director's Report Louis Hanus, District Five Director

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Family Fun and

Old and New Business Report of Audit Committee Youth Report

Marie Stayton, DYC

Election of Officers

Important SPJST Dates Feburary 27

Site Selection for Fall Family Day Announcements Installation of District and Youth Officers

Carolyn Filipp

Auction of Baked Goods to Benefit the Youth Club Bingo and Door Prizes

Thank you for coming and supporting your district!

State Workshop and Incentive Banquet at Lodge 177, Academy February 27 All You Can Eat Chili Supper at Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga March 6 State Straight Domino Tournament • at Lodge 6, Cottonwood. • • • March 7 March 7 March 12 - 14 March 15

March 20

State "42" Domino Tournament • at Lodge 15, Buckholts •

March 21 April 2 April 10 April 10 April 11 April 18

District Two Spring Meeting at Lodge 47, Seaton District Three . Lock-In at Lodge 84, Dallas Finance Committee Meeting, SPJST Home Office Publication Committee Meeting, SPJST Home Office . District One Spring Meeting at Lodge 9, Snook Golf Tournament at Turtle Hill Golf Course, sponsored by Lodge 5, Pilot Point - Tioga District Three Spring Meeting Leader-in-Training Teen Leadership Workshop —SPJST—,

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Addition to Listing of 50-Year Members Please note that the listing e le99 50-Year Members which appeared in last week's Vestnik, did not include the name of Brother Johnnie A. Svoboda of Lod e 24, Cyclone. We regret this omtssoo s and er;o 7.ragi. others who have questions regarding t:lese listings to please cviact the President's Office at (800) 727 - 757E to address the omissions. Thank you.

District Five Spring Meeting at Lodge 88, Houston District Six Spring Meeting at Lodge 23, Moravia Youth Leaders' Workshop .

Youth Club Quarterly ReportsDue

April 25 5 -7

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Lodge Le s Sectio Lodge 1, Fayetteville SPJST Hall to be site of '99 TSCHS state meeting Fayetteville will host the Texas State Czech Heritage Society State Meeting on November 20, 1999 at the SPJST Hall in Fayetteville. For related information on the TSCHS, please see story on page 10.

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5, Pilot Point chili supper scheduled for February 27 Lodge

The date for our chili supper has been changed from February 20th to Saturday, February 27th from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

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6, Cottonwood hears from paramedic, director Lodge

Hi! Our President, Brother Al Soukup, called the meeting to order with Traci Dobecka leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers was held with all being present.

Sister Georgie Soukup was called upon for her report. She reported 26 members and three guests present.

Guests were Lori and Tony McBride and Don and Genie Watts. A warm welcome to our guests. It was good to have Don and Genie Watts with us from Rosebud. Glad they were able to join us. We all look forward to seeing them again real soon.

Important Health Information Our guest, Lori McBride, was with us today as an invited speaker. She is a Paramedic with the West Ambulance Association and she is also an American Heart Association Representative. She spoke to us all about heart attacks. We all thank her very much for coming out to speak to us on the warning signals of a heart attack and the risk factors involved, along with watching your diet. She also left with us several flyers and leaflets of some very good information.

Lori also stressed the importance of not waiting if you are not sure of what is happening, because she said it is better to be safe than sorry. She also stressed the importance of calling 911 for an ambulance, instead of trying to get someone to take you to the hospital, or to drive yourself. She said ambulances

There were three sweethearts at our round of applause for all of her good work in getting the paperwork in. meeting celebrating February birthLet's hear what your members and lodge are doing to make a positive Without the paperwork being turned ,. days. Happy birthday to Sisters Mary difference in your community. into the Home Office, the lodge would Neckar, Hattie Kaska and Nelda Send your news and photos to: not have received this award. He also Hlavaty and to all with a February reported to us that there were ten birthday celebrants.

Vestnik, c/o SPJST Door prizes were donated by the lodges in District Three that won P0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 awards — three platinum, one gold, Home Office, with winners being FAX: (254) 774-7447 two silver, two bronze and two first Sisters Georgie Soukup, Ruth Krizan E-Mail: bvanicek@wm.com step. He thanked all the sales represen- and Mary Neckar and Brother Johnnie Krizan. The $5 door prize was won by Got a question? tatives for a job well done.

Sister Stella Perez. Congratulations to Call 1 (800) 727-7578 all winners! T he progressive door Director Comments Brother Johnnie Krizan, District prize was drawn with the winner not present, Erica Andrle. We all then Three Director, commended our lodge have all the necessary equipment exchanged other various door prizes. I on contributions that were mentioned nowadays to help people and it is very, do want to thank Sister Ruth Krizan for and being able to give back to the comvery important to get that help fast her donation of a door prize that I, munity and other worthy organizations. within the first hour of a heart attack myself, won. It was very unique.

He mentioned the Charitable before more damage to the heart musThanks!

Contributions Committee consisting of cle can occur.

Thanks to our chefs, Brother Jerry Our Secretary, Sister Barbara Jean five people—Brothers George Sulak and Sister Dorothy Kucera for a wonand Bobby Dobecka, and Sisters Stella Hykel, was called upon for the reading derful meal. Thanks to their helpers in Perez, Evelyn Bezdek and Georgie of the minutes from our last meeting. the preparation and thanks to all the Soukup Brother Johnnie also menShe also had lots of correspondence to ladies for bringing desserts. tioned that there were 29 candidates for read and share with everyone.

Our next meeting will be Sunday, Fraternalist of the Year, with five being Sister Peggy Dobecka, Treasurer, March 7th at 2 p.m.

Come out and join in District Three, with Brother Sid wingave her report and it was accepted as us.

When you, as lodge members, ning this honor.

He thanked Brother given. Sister Peggy also gave the aren't at our meetings, you are very Robert Dobecka as being one of the youth club report as she is our Youth much missed.

Think about it!! finalists.

Leader. She reported attending the Fraternally, Brother Krizan also mentioned that workshop and later all went to the Stella Perez, Reporter the District Three Meeting was coming Lock-in at the Waco Family Y. She —SPJSTup on April 25 at Lodge 154, Fort reported they all enjoyed themselves Worth, Texas.

He encouraged all to tremendously and it was well attended.

Sister Peggy reported that Valentine plan on attending if possible. He also cookies were made by the youth and recognized a top producer in the state of Texas with SPJST, Brother Jerry Lodge 15, Buckholts distributed to the residents at the West Rest Haven. The youth will have a Kucera with Lodge 6, being a millionkite-flying contest at their next meet- dollar producer. He recognized all of to host State "42" our lodge's sales representatives and tournament March 20 ing.

Brother George Straten, Financial thanked them for a job well done. Our President Gladys Allison convened Secretary, gave his report of 11 adult sales representatives are himself, and two juvenile policies for Lodge 6. Brother Krizan, Sister Ruth Krizan, the meeting at 6 p.m. All officers were We all welcome new members and Brother B.J. Hlavaty, Brother Robert present.

Albert Gerick was welcomed as a invite them to come on out to our Dobecka and Brother Jerry Kucera. guest. meetings on the first Sunday of each The minutes and treasurer's reports month or watch the Vestnik calendar of Sunshine Committee activities for lodges in case of a change Oops! I am about to forget the were given and approved as was a in date. Brother George also reported a Sunshine Committee's report. Sister committee report.

We are looking forward to hosting transfer to Lodge 90, Brother L.L. Hattie Kaska reported sending get well Muehlstein. cards to Brother Raymond Marek, the State "42" Domino Tournament on Sister Ester Malina, Brother Willie March 20.

Gearing Up for Tournaments Our stew dinner has been postponed Skerik (surgery), Brother Harvey Sister Nelda Hlavaty, Fraternal Prnka. She also reported sending a due to community activities.

Activities Coordinator, gave her report second card to Brother Willie Skerik in Several business items were taken on game tournaments coming up and the ICU Unit. Wishing all of you a care of. encouraged all to please join in the speedy recovery. Brother Al was at The books were audited and found activities. She reported that the Tarok our meeting and was doing nicely. to be in good shape. tournament was coming up soon on Sister Kaska also reported sending The next meeting is February 8, February 20th at Lodge 66, Waco. The sympathy cards to Mrs. Anton J. 1999 at 6 p.m.

Straight Domino Tournament is at our Pustejovsky, Mrs. Willie Mae Schuetz Fraternally, own Lodge 6, Cottonwood on March and Mrs. Sandra Kay Baron.

Charlsie Svetlik, Secretary 6th. Sister Nelda asked for some —SPJSTAll of you brothers and sisters that helpers for that day. She also reported love to play dominos, be sure and that the 42 tournament was at come to Lodge 6, Cottonwood, on Buckholts, Lodge 15 on March 20th. Saturday, March 6th. Send in those She is looking forward to a good registration forms real soon. Meal for crowd at our straight domino tourna- the day will be barbecued Lodge 24, Cyclone ment, when at the same time encouragbrisket/sausage with all the trimmings. reports on ing our lodge members to participate in Come out and have a fun day with us. all the state game tournaments. Sister February meeting The Board of Trustees report was Nelda also reported that the Pennies given by Brother George Straten. He Scholarship Drive would continue until gave the hall bookings with the first Dear Members and Friends, A delicious spaghetti dinner was March 31st.

Sunday of the month in April taken.

Brother Jerry Kucera, District Three Therefore, he reported that our Easter served prior to the February meeting of Lodge 24, Cyclone. Thanks to Sales Representative, was called upon meeting would be on March 28th with to speak. Brother Jerry read a letter of an egg hunt, party and dinner. New LaVerne and Jerry Cabla who prepared the dinner, and thanks to lodge memcorrespondence from the Home Office Board of Trustees are: bers who provided additional dishes for Brother Robert Dobecka, regarding Chairman and desserts. his being one of the top four finalists in After. dinner, Vice President the Fraternalist of the Year Awards and Brother George Straten LaVerne Cabla called the meeting to receiving Honorable Mention. Brother Co-Chairman order at 7:30 p.m. Members recited the Jerry also mentioned that our lodge is a Brother Ray Perez Pledge of Allegiance and then Platinum Award Winner. He asked that Secretary observed a moment of silence for everyone please give Sister Lydia Sister Peggy Dobecka deceased lodge and community memDobecka, our lodge's Fraternal Treasurer Activities Coordinator for 1998, a bers. We extend our sympathy to the Brother Johnnie Krizan

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, February 24, 1999 families of members Milton W. Jasek and John L. Coufal. We also acknowledged Frank Janacek, who was a member at Lodge 47, Seaton, who passed away recently.

Lodge members send get well wishes to Doris Klinkovsky. We also acknowledged Ella Kotrla, who has passed away since our meeting.

Secretary Bernice Sebek read the minutes from the January meeting, which were approved as read. She also read correspondence from the SPJST Home Office which included a listing of the 1999 fifty-year members, information about the lodge officers' workshop and incentive banquet and information about upcoming domino tournaments.

A donation request was received from Rogers High School's Project Celebration Committee.

Banquet/Workshop Vice President Cabla encouraged all lodge officers and members to attend the 1999 Local Lodge Officers' Workshop, which will be held Saturday, February 27 at Lodge 177, Academy. Registration is at 8 a.m. and the program begins at 9 a.m. Lodge 24 will receive the gold award at the Local Lodge Incentive Banquet later that day.

Treasurer Brian Vanicek stated that the lodge's premium refund check was received. He also presented the January report of deposits and disbursements. Brother Vanicek also presented the January bar report. He then stated that David Nauert will serve as the February Bar Manager. Thanks, Brian, for your service as January bar manager.

Youth Leader Rosamond Baker stated the youth club was meeting February 2lat 2:30 p.m. Following the meeting, they planned to attend the District Two skating party at Skate Haven in Temple.

Hall Rentals Hall Manager Vanicek informed the members of 1999 hall rentals. He thanked Harold Vanicek and David Nauert for hauling away 1,520 pounds of trash. Members then discussed the upcoming Mardi Gras '99 Celebration which was February 13 at Flag Hall.

Members also set the date for the Texas Spring Gala on Saturday, May 15. The Mother's Day Barbecue is Sunday, May 9.

Vice President Cabla introduced and welcomed Gene McBride, who is the State Field Manager for the SPJST. Mr. McBride congratulated the lodge on achieving the gold award for new members and fraternal activities in 1998. He challenged the lodge to achieve the platinum award in 1999.

Mr. McBride also informed the members of a new lodge membership drive program that the Home Office is offering local lodges. Mr. McBride, State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz and State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny present information about insurance, fraternal and youth programs to lodge and community members. Thank you for attending our meeting, Mr. McBride.

We encourage you to join us again soon.

Thanks to Mr. McBride and Vice President Cabla who donated door prizes. Lucky winners were Patsy Baker, Jerry Cabla, LaVerne Cabla, Lorene Haisler, Bobby Hoelscher,

Wilbert Mikeska, David Nauert, Helen Tome, Harold Vanicek, Willie Mae Vanicek, Louise Zavodny, Milton Zavodny, and Melanie Zavodny.

The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

Lodge 24, Cyclone has lots of excit ing activities planned for 1999. We invite you to get involved in a fun lodge. Come on out ... you'll be glad you did! The next meeting is Monday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. at Flag Hall. Eat dinner with us before the meeting at 7 p.m. And share your favorite covered dish or dessert. I look forward to seeing you there!

Finally, make plans to join us for public dances at Flag Hall on Saturday, March 13, April 10 and May 8. That should be easy to remember because it's the second Saturday of each month.

In each case, music will be by MorrisCode from 8 - 12 p.m. Tickets are $5 each and free for attendees under 13. Come on out for a great time. We've been getting quite a few positive compliments since Flag Hall became a non-smoking facility in January. Come on out and see what a difference it makes!

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Reporter —SPJST-

24, Cyclone: The good times rolled at Mardi Gras '99 Lodge

It was time to let the good times roll at Flag Hall in Cyclone, Saturday, February 13.

The evening formally got under way with the crowning of the 1999 Mardi Gras King, Mr. Joe Haisler. Mr. Haisler has been a member of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone for 60 years.. He and his wife Lorene have been married for 62 years. They have two daughters, Ann Amos of Temple and Jodell Lynn of Fort Worth, three grandsons, one granddaughter, and one great-granddaughter. Mr. and Mrs. Haisler are active members of the lodge who serve on the lodgers welcoming committee.

At 7 p.m., singers of all ages entertained with favorite karaoke tunes.

Elvis took center stage at 8 p.m. for a command Mardi Gras performance before a crowd of more than 250 revelers. What a show! Following a dynamic introduction, he turned on the charm, serenading guests with memorable ballads and giving away teddy bears, Mardi Gras beads and coins.

Following the performance, Elvis visited with guests and posed for photographs. Guests also had their fortunes read by the mystical Madame Fatima, better known as SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz. Prizes galore, ranging from toys and teddy bears to groceries and gardening supplies surrounded the "Wheel of Fortune," while under the gazebo, Mardi Gras attendees of all ages had designs painted of their faces by Ginger and Lisa Greger.

The aroma of cajun gumbo, prepared by LaVerne Cabla and Brenda Tschoerner, filled the hall. King cake was also served. Winners of the "Mardi Gras Lucky 7 Prize Drawing" were Ray Coots, ($100 Wal-Mart Gift Certificate); Sonny Pruitt($75 Wal-

Mart Gift Certificate); Barbara Macek ($50 Wal-Mart Gift Certificate); Janet Measles (SPJST Satin Jacket); Mrs. Sonny Pruitt (SPJST Dominoes); Lori Coots (SPJST Trouble Light); and Pat Vanicek (SPJST Clock). Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets.

The lodge recognizes the following Mardi Gras '99 sponsors: Bartlett Auction (David Vanicek); Gene McBride; Ray's Auto Repair (Ray and Terry Coots); Charles Tischler; and Woods Flowers (Frank Hajda). We thank you and greatly appreciate your kind generosity.

Mardi Gras '99 was an expression of thanks to the people of Temple and the surrounding area for their support in helping to make Flag Hall an active and family-oriented community center.

Lodge members thank everyone who shared in the joy of the event. Special thanks to the Lodge 24 officers and members who worked so diligently to make Mardi Gras '99 a reality.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny —SPJST-

32, Victoria invites members and friends to February 28 Valentine dance Lodge

We are, inviting all of you to attend our Valentine Dance at Inez Community Center on February 28, 1999 starting at 1 p.m. Music will be furnished by Vrazels' Polka Band and Bobby Jones Czech Band. We know you will enjoy them.

Respectfully, Valeria Motal, Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

35, Elk hosts successful Super Bowl party Lodge

President Randy Pavelka presided at our meeting on February 14, 1999.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. A moment of silence for deceased member, Frank Mach, Jr., of Abbott, Texas was observed. Condolences to his family.

The minutes were read by Carla Pavelka. Due to the absence of Treasurer Cindy Pavelka, her report was read by President Randy Pavelka.

It was reported that several organizations are working on lowering ad valorem taxes for lodge buildings and property.

We needed one more report to qualify for a $200 reward from the Supreme Lodge. We took care of that after the meeting.

A window was broken and Donnie and Gene Edward Pavelka volunteered to fix it. Thank you, fellas!

A discussion was held on having a coordinator come in and explain about our insurance.

Super Bowl Party

Our Super Bowl party was a success so we plan to have another one next year.

Reports were given by Floor Chairman Gene Edward Pavelka and liar Chairman Randy Pavelka. There was no kitchen report.

The members discussed having another fund raiser sometime soon.

We need some input from the members on a time and what to serve at a dinner.

We have a lot of glass beer bottles we'd like to get rid of if anyone is interested in taking them.

Door prizes of bags of candy were donate by Elizabeth Kubitza.

The lucky winners were Donnie and Randy Pavelka.

It was voted to lower our insurance coverage with Cindy Pavelka taking care of that.

It was reported that our GTW rate for electricity would take effect next month.

Treasurer reported that Bob Sheehy is working on our income tax report.

Our minimum water rates also went up.

We had several sick folks this month. Eugene Pavelka had heart surgery and was doing well. Cindy Pavelka had surgery and was back doing well and Inez Breitkreutz had knee surgery. She is recuperating at Lake Shore Village Rehab Center. We wish them all a speedy recovery.

Many thanks to Ruby Pavelka for the chicken spaghetti she made for supper.

Our next meeting is March 14 at 3 p.m. Bring fixings for sandwiches and a social afterwards.

Fraternally, Elizabeth Kubitza —SPJST-

47, Seaton reports on February meeting, coming events Lodge

The regular monthly meeting was called to order promptly at 2 p.m. by President Edwin Pechal. Patrick Greger and Rachel Baca brought in the flags and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Members remained standing for a moment of silence in memory of two deceased members, Floyd (Studie) Stuteville and Frank Janacek. May they rest in eternal peace.

Helen McFarland, Fred Frerichs, Jr., and Freddie Schroeder were visitors.

Visitors are always welcome and we invite you to come again.

Reported on the sick list were Elsie Sodek (who was able to attend the meeting), Albina Mikeska, Vallie Tupy, Bennie Mikeska, Matilda Sefcik, Marie Hegar, Dan and Ann Balusek (they, too, were able to attend the meeting), Ella Kotrla and Edwin Marek, Jr. We wish everyone a speedy recovery.

Roll call of officers, board members, sales representatives and minutes were read by Secretary Adeline Kohutek as well as correspondence.

New members accepted to our lodge were Matthew Chlapek, Sandra Jean Dubcak, Cacye Heather Cook, Marile Gena Cook, Tammy Denise Bulls, Justin Wendall Marshall, Shannon Leigh Vrba, Wilma Bessie Frerichs, Dorothy Mae Pechal, Eugene Harry Kotrla, Elizabeth Pearl Kotrla and Kristin R. Parnell. We welcome all these members and invite them to join our activities.

Wednesday, February 24, 1999---VESTNIK/7

Lodge 47, Seaton Presents 1999 Officers

Please advise your friends who may be interested in the conversational Czech.

Come and brush up if you are out 4 practice speaking Czech at home.

Hope to see many interested persons at that time.

Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal, FAC

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80, Holland garage sale set for March 20 .odge

Pictured above are the officers and trustees of Lodge 87, Temple who were installed at their January meeting by Supreme Lodge SecretaryTreasurer Lanita Anglin. They are from left, front: Secretary-Treasurer Anglin, Second Vice President Dorothy Pechal, Secretary and English Reporter Adeline Kohutek, Trustee Nancy Meier, Trustee Lucy Mihatsch, Trustee and Auditor Margie Niekamp, Treasurer and Financial Secretary Gladys Marek and Czech Reporter Emily Stuteville. BACK ROW: Parliamentarian James Skrabanek, Vice Chairman of the Board and Auditor Edwin Vasicek, President Edwin Pechal, Board Chairman Wood row Marek, Trustee Eugene Hejl and Trustee Edward Mares.

Officers' Reports President Pechal reminded members of the Bell County Youth Fair in progress in Belton. We have several young people participating.

Congratulations to the winners. To those that didn't win, try again.

Everyday Achievement awards for 1997 were given to Frank and Irma Klinkovsky and John and Vlasta Hruska.

Sales representatives that will be honored at the awards banquet at Academy were also congratulated.

The Picnic Committee consisting of Gene and Ann Hejl, Calvin and Dolores Skrabanek and Brad and Joyce Kraatz will be meeting soon.

A donation was made to Rogers Project Celebration party that will be held at the Wilson Club and will be alcohol and drug free.

The ceiling tiles were replaced in the bar area by a group of hardworking men and the area looks very nice and clean.

Vice President Vasicek has a list of workers and needs more volunteers for the pickup fund raiser to be held March 6. He also read the January board min utes.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Dorothy Pechal announced dates for Tarok, straight dominos and 42 tournaments. She had the registration forms for each activity.

Gladys Marek, Financial Secretary/Treasurer gave her reports for January. James Skrabanek gave the audit report. All chairpersons gave their reports.

Ruth Hanusch, District Two Fraternal Activities Coordinator, again thanked Lodge 47 for hosting, the fall District Two meeting at BLORA and reminded members of the Spring Meeting which Lodge 47 will host (at the hall). This will be a business meet ing and includes election of officers.

Donna Baca, Youth Leader, gave her report. She asked members to save the pull tabs which will be given to the Ronald McDonald House in Temple.

Also, the youth club meeting will be held Sunday, March 7 in the annex building at 4 p.m. Jerrie Ann Kirby is the Assistant Youth Leader.

Lodge Maintenance, Birthdays James Skrabanek reported progress on painting doors, trim and outside buildings. This will probably be done sometimes in March.

Members are asked to bring desserts to our fund raiser March 6. Also items for the silent auction.

February birthdays are Margie Neikamp, Edwin Pechal, Gene Hejl, Otis Meier, Freddie Schroeder, Helen Janacek, Vallie Tupy and James Skrabanek.

Dan Balusek gave the blessing followed with a delicious meal.

The next meeting will be Tuesday, March 9 at 7 p.m.

Dates to Remember March 6—Pickup Fund Raiser. Call Gladys Marek at 254-773-3914 or any lodge member for tickets; March 7—Youth Club meeting at 4 p.m. in annex building; March 9—Tuesday, monthly meet ing at 7 p.m.; March 21—District Two Spring Meeting beginning at 2 p.m. More details on this later; and • April 11—Because Easter is the first Sunday. we will have our meeting the second Sunday, beginning at 2 p.m., honoring 50- and 75-year members as well as age 96 paid-up members. An Easter egg hunt will also be held for the little ones.

Fraternally, Adeline Kohutek, Secretary/Reporter —SPJST--

Dear Members and Friends, President Harold Rohde convened the meeting at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 6, 1999. He asked the membership to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members.

Secretary-Treasurer Glen Latham read the minutes from the previous meeting and they were approved as read. The committees turning in reports were doing fine. Keep up the good work!

Nathan Dague was accepted as a new member into the lodge. Good to have you!

The refund from the Home Office was communicated to the lodge on the percent of policies we have in force, along with the Incentive Workshop and Banquet to be held at Lodge 177, Academy on Saturday, February 27, 1999.

Fifty year members at Lodge 80 were announced. They were Rudy Gene Ivicic, A.J. Pausewang, William Paul Sumbera, William Dell Liles and C.M. Parkhill.

We will recognize these members at the next meeting on Sunday, March 7, 1999 at 4 p.m. with a meal to follow.

State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara WrightRosenkranz presented an award to FAC Melissa Taisler for being the first FAC in the state to have the lodge report into the Home Office.

Congratulations, Melissa!

Garage Sale Coming Soon The lodge will host a garage sale on Saturday, March 20, 1999 from 8 a.m.

until 4 p.m. Anyone wanting a booth needs to contact Harold Rohde at 254657-2781. Booth space is $5 per table.

Set-up will be Friday evening March 19, 1999 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Birthdays in February were Rick Benner, Estelle Coker, Frank Pajestka, Sr., Risa Pajestka and Victoria Pajestka (8 yea's).

Door prize winners were Tony Sladecek, Billie Latham, Melissa Taisler, Barbara Taisler and Gloria Sala.

Remember, the next meeting is Sunday, March 7, 1999 honoring the 50-year members.

Fraternally, Frank Pajestka, Jr. —SPJST--

Lodge 88, Houston Birthday Club reports on February meeting Our meeting was called to order

by President Kathy Trefell. We had 26 members present.

Secretary Ellen Miculka read the minutes of the January meeting. They were approved as read.

Treasurer Mary Quider, gave her report. It was approved.

Sunshine Chairman Mary Kosut, gave her report. She sent birthday cards to Pauline Traylor and Josephine Bishop. She sent get well cards to Lillie Spies, Bessie Lero, Clara Jecmenek and Almeida Bravanec.

Congratulations to Margaret Bohac who is the proud great-grandparent of twins. They were born on January 30th. in Clarksville, Maryland.

Samantha Lynn weighed 7 pounds. and Brian Michael weighed 5 pounds, 12 ounces. The parents are Melissa and Larry Greenblatt and the, grandparent is Barbara 13ohac Fowler. Margaret hasn't seen them yet, but I'm sure she is getting mighty anxious.

Helen and King Hegwood went to Coushatta (a gambling casino in Louisiana) again with Wanda and Noel Kennedy and Lou and Jay Sebek.

They said they had a great time Two couples made money, one didn't.

Luncheon hostesses for February

Lodge 87, Temple Presents 1999 Officers

Lodge 47, Seaton to hold organizational meeting for Czech classes The date for the organizational meeting of the Czech classes at Lodge 47, Seaton is rescheduled for Thursday, March 11 at 7 p.m. due to preparations which will be taking place on the 4th for the hall's March 6th fund raiser.

Pictured above are the officers of Lodge 87, Temple who were installed at the January 11 meeting by past President Don Afford. They are, from left: Treasurer Daryl Entrop, Vice President Lad Zatopek, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Thelma Groppel, President Norma Alford and Secretary Lauren Kock.

8/VESTNIK—Wednesday, February 24, 1999 were Ellen Miculka, Edna Wehring and 2. Students must be paying local Doris Knapick. On the first lodge dues.

Wednesday, they served a catered 3. Applicants must be in their lunch from Country Kitchen which senior year and have definite plans to consisted of chili mac, mashed pota- enter college in the fall of 1999. toes and string beans, with cake for Fraternally, dessert and coffee or tea. On the secJosephine Pflughaupt, ond Wednesday, the hostesses served a Chairman wonderful lunch of baked potatoes, Scholarship Committee with all the trimmings, salad, crackers —SPJSTand cake and coffee or tea. Ladies, the baked potatoes were a fine idea and delicious.

Ellen Miculka reported that she has 92, Fort Worth reserved a bus for us in June to go to Galveston to the IMAX and to eat.

Ladies' Circle reports Will let you know more about this trip on February meeting at a later date.

Our president asked that the ladies President Helen Kubala called the bring their pastries to the lodge on February 9 meeting of SPJST Lodge Sunday for Anniversary day. She 92, Fort Worth, Ladies' Circle to order asked that some of the ladies please at 10:30 a.m. at the lodge hall with 37 bake kolaches since a lot of people ask members, four men and Tommy us for them. Flo Orsag is to be in Dillard and Frances Admin, the two charge of the cake booth on new members present.

Anniversary day.

Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Hostesses for March are Bessie Secretary Betty Lindsay read the minDewer (who will be taking Mary utes from the January meeting The Kosut's place), Corrine Kessler and correction of 427 total shrubs should Margaret Bohac. On the second have been $427 to date for the purWednesday we will have a covered chase of shrubs and Ann Lesikar was dish lunch. Willie Mae Ermis and not recognizes as a hostess for the Mary Krippner have offered to host January meeting. With these two corthis luncheon. Lillie Spies offered to rections, the minutes were approved. take Bessie Dewer's place selling A letter from Lydia Palachek was chances for door prizes on that day. read in appreciation for the Christmas It is time to renew our by-laws. card and $3 received during her hospiCommittee Chairman is Margie Anders tal and rehab stays. Also, Betty with Helen Hegwood and Alice Bily.

Lindsay express thanks for the card and A motion was made, seconded and $3 sent to her sister, Ruby Gilmore, approved that there be 3 hostesses on who is now in the Huguley Nursing the kitchen teams instead of 4. Also, Center, 301 Huguley Blvd, Room 406, that we raise prices slightly on our Burleson, Texas, 76028. Another lunches. The new prices will be $3 for member would like a visit or a card and members and $4 for guests on the first or a call — Clara Hubenak Cohen at Wednesday. The second Wednesday Retirement Inn 6000 Calmont, Room the prices will be $2 for members and 140, Fort Worth, Texas, 76116; phone $3 for guests. This has to be put in the number 817/560-3706. Keep these by-laws. Where can you get such a members in your prayers. bargain for a great lunch?

Evelyn Spacek gave her Sunshine On April 7, we will have a Fiesta report and the bank account balance, lunch. Tickets will go on sale soon at plus, collected membership dues for $5 each.

February.

Calcutta was won by Lillie Spies Hostesses for February — Elizabeth and Ima Lero.

Howard, Monalee Hattendorf and Nell Birthday celebrants for February are Davenport did a great job. The hostJosephine Bishop, Ann Hoffman, Bess esses for March will be Nancy Witovec and Frances Dvorak.

Paprskar, Ann Schneider and Martha We had one visitor, Della Miksch.

Durham.

After being led in prayer by Mary February birthday celebrities were Kosut, we had a wonderful lunch.

Clara Cohen, Oleta Cook, Nell Fraternally, Davenport, Mary Ann Kozel, Pauline Flo Orsag Morbitzen, Rose Nieswiadomy and —SPJSTImogene Reaves. The ladies sang "Happy Birthday" and wished many more to the celebrants.

Hall manager, Joyce Tesar, reported 88, Houston upcoming dance, Saturday, February 13, Valentine's Sweetheart dance sponscholarship application sored by the SPJST Lodge 92 Youth deadline February 28 Club. Country and western music was provided by Classic Country from 8 Lodge 88, Houston will be awarding p.m. until 12 a.m. Other upcoming scholarships for the 1999 school year. dances are: Application forms can now be picked • Sunday, February 21—Czech up at the lodge office at 1435 Beall Harvesters of Dallas from 3 p.m to 7 Street, Houston, Texas, 77008, p.m.; admission is $6 per person. between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3:30 • Sunday, March 7—a country and p.m. Applications must be postmarked western dance from 4 p.m to 7 p.m.;

by February 28, 1999. Sorry, but tickets are $5 per person. applications postmarked after February • Sunday March 21, dance music will 28, 1999 will not be considered. be by the very poplar Don Peachey To qualify: of Burnet, Wisconsin from 3 p.m to 1. A student must be an active 7 p.m.; admission will be $7 per member of Lodge 88 for at least two person. This always draws a big years. crowd.

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Door prizes were won by 16 members: Lorenda Manasco, Joyce Tesar, Irna Lou LaPlant, Nancy Paprskar, Phyllis Cihacek, Tommy Dillard, Robyn Brownlee, Bessie Ellsworth, Rose Jaworski, Mary Ann Gibson, Jo Prochaska, Betty Loyd, Estella Hurtik, Billie Starr, Evelyn Spacek, Julia Duesar. Thanks to all who brought door prizes.

See you Tuesday, March 9, 1999.

Respectfully submitted, Betty Lindsay Secretary/Reporter SPJST-

Lodge 139, Danbury and RVOS host barbecue February 27 in Alvin This year, the Danbury RVOS and SPJST lodges will hold their barbecue dinners together. It will be held February 27 at the Ponderosa Hall in Alvin. Members are asked to bring desserts. All members will receive invitations and are asked to please make their reservations if they plan to attend. More information will be forth coming after our February meeting.

Fraternally, Faye Wilson, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 200, Bruceville Eddy reminds members to apply for scholarship Lodge 200 reminds it members that a $200 scholarship is available for members who will be full-time college students in the fall of 1999. For an application, call Linda Roming at (254) 859-5812.

Applications should be postmarked no later than April 30, 1999 and returned to Linda Roming P.O. Box 10 • Eddy, Texas 76524 The next scheduled meeting for Lodge 200 is Wednesday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Bruceville-Eddy Municipal Building.

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Lodge 179, Warrenton appoints audit committee Our February meeting was called to order by President Goehring.

The minutes were read and the treasurer's report were given. Our financial secretary gave his report on local lodge dues.

Bea Vasek thanked everyone for the nice cards that are being sent to her husband.

Joan Goehring, Doris Echermann and Ora Lee Levien were appointed to the audit committee.

Members discussed going to the workshop at Lodge 177, Academy on February 27. No one will attend.

Lloyd Goehring, Joan Goehring and Ora Lee Levien were present to be recognized as birthday celebrants.

Hot dogs will be served at the next meeting on March 11 at 7 p.m. at the Warrenton Store.

Ora Lee Levine, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 202, Jourdanton meets March 7 at Jourdanton State Bank Lodge 202 met on February 7, 1999 at the Jourdanton State Bank Community Room There were seven members and two guests present.

After the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call of officers Was answered by Mary Ann Barta, Vice President and Melba Novosad, Secretary-Treasurer.

During a brief business meeting, Larry Wagner discussed sponsoring a Little League ball team. After some discussion, we voted to sponsor a team in Jourdanton.

We were proud to have Martha Ciomperlik in attendance to receive her 50-year pin. Her daughter, Margaret was also to receive her 50-year pin, but was unable to attend.

After the meeting adjourned, we all enjoyed refreshments and visiting with our members and guests.

Our next meeting will be March 7 at 2:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank.

Submitted by, Melba Novosad, Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST-

Dallas Circle of Czech Women report on February meeting Our meeting was called to order by President Bertha Podhrasky. Faye Wright led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and we remained standing for a Moment of Silence in Memory of Robert Stegall, son of Betty Stegall.

Bertha welcomed 22 members, our new member Margaret Klecka and eight male guests. It was good to see everyone after the holidays.

Correspondence was read by Evelyn Trojacek included a thank you from the family of Joe Vlk for the many cards from the members and for the donation to SPJST Lodge 84 in his memory; a letter from the Faculty of Medicine Brno, Czech Republic Masaryk University Exchange Program with the Southwestern Medical School for our past support; a thank you letter from Mary Beth Novak for the donation to Club C at Texas A&M; a thank you from Veterans' Hospital for the donation to the gift shop in memory of Marie Toberney; and from Children's medical for the donation to the Red Wagon Fund.

Bertha Malik, Membership Committee, said it was time to pay dues for 1999.

Sunshine Committee Georgia Brozek sent sympathy cards to Adell Vlk and family and Betty Stegall. Get well cards were sent to Sidney Bridewell, Jerry Kohn and thinking of you cards went to Mary Sebestik and Lydia Kartous. Their address is Doctors' Hospital Care Center, 9009

Wednesday, February 24, 1999—VESTNIK/9 White Rock Trail, Dallas, Texas, 75238. Lydia's room number is 329 and Mary's is 318. We signed a card for Sid Pokladnik. Hope everyone is feeling better.

Vice President Eileen Jakubowski announced the programs for the coming months. In March, we have Hobby, Arts and Crafts. Everyone should bring their hobby or arts and crafts. In April, we will have Dallas Senior Service. For May, We will have a travel agent speak to us. Father's Day is in June, so bring a picture of you father. September is school days, so bring a picture of yourself back in your school days. We are looking forward to the programs.

Announcements The Czech Culture society will meet February 22,1999 at SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas. The partnership meeting is February 23, 1999 at Sokol. Brno Sister City is March 3, 1999 at Sokol.

The following memorial donations were made:

In memory of Joe Vlk from Theresa Carper, Bertha and Julius Podhrasky, Alice Roberts and Libbie Elsik In memory of Robert Stegall from Libbie Elsik and Alice Roberts In memory of Floyd "Studie" Stuteville From Theresa Carper From Rose Kopecek in memory of her husband and father In memory of oe Vlk from the Krozek A lunch donation was from Frank Noska.

Eileen Jakubowski introduced our speaker, Faith Johnson, presiding judge of 363rd Criminal Court. She told us to go to the Neighborhood Crime Watch meetings and learn how to protect you and your neighbors' property.

She also gave us some hints to make us safer and to protect us from criminals.

We really enjoyed the program and hope we can protect ourselves.

We had lunch and then we finished our meeting.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to January and February celebrants.

Our "do vyhry" gifts were drawn and passed out.

We adjourned with our first President quotation "Mej to se vzdycky radi" (Always love one another).

Our next meeting is March 4, 1999.

Evelyn Cechan Reporter

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Worth Friendship Club reports on February meeting Fort

The meeting of the Friendship Club was held on Wednesday, February 3, with 37 members present. Guests were Father Tom, Pauline Cox, Judy Sperry, Frances Admire and Les and Dorothy Long. President Jo Prochaska called the meeting to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Secretary Merle Kovar read the minutes from the December meeting and Lydia Alholm gave the treasurer's report. Both were accepted as presented.

Pauline Cox, guest of Lillian Smith, joined the club. She was made most welcome. Joe Kozel was thanked for providing the music before the meeting. Thank you note was read from Connie Titus of St. Thomas Food Pantry. Alice Barnes reported 123 items were brought and donated by the club to the Food Bank at Christmas and then she purchased 16 jars of peanut butter with our cash donation.

Also a thank you note for the monetary gift was read from Father Sal. A Christmas greeting was read from Brian Vanicek and family from the Vestnik. We especially enjoyed the photograph of the children and their signatures on the note.

Food items to the St. Thomas Food Bank were discussed and it was voted to bring items three times a year—in April, August and November. I'll try to remind you each time so let's hope that I don't forget.

The singing of Happy Birthday went out to January celebrants of Frank Kovar and Margie Kret. Since a few of the ages were announced, I'll tell you their ages. Frank Kovar celebrated his 90th birthday. February celebrants were Roy Alholm, age 82, Rosemary Gribble, age 92, Billy King age 82, Mary Ann Kozel, Rose Nieswiadomy, new member Pauline Cox and guest Less Long. May all of you have many more and we all hope that were are as energetic and active as some of you are at your ages.

Door prizes were brought by Anna Johnson, Natalie Maly and Jo Prochaska. Lucky winners were Bessie Brezina, Ima Lou LaPlant and Jo Prochaska. Didn't get to see what they got, I but am sure they will enjoy their prizes.

Linda Horner, Sunshine Chairperson, reported sympathy cards were sent to Anna Johnson and Irene Green on the death of their nephews and Elma Anderson on the death of her daughter. Get well cards were sent to Bessie Brezina, Geneva Hennessey, Lillian Smith and Mrs. Prill. A thank you note was sent to Anna Johnson for all the cards, sugar, creamer, forks and spoons she donated.

Billie Starr thanked Linda Homer for doing such a good job in sending out cards which everyone appreciates so much.

Billy King was welcomed back and she told of her experiences of being at Harris Hospital some of which were most humorous. Seems as one night at midnight she asked for a cup of coffee.

The nurse asked her, "Do you know what time it is?" Billy replied, "Yes, it's midnight and I want a cup of coffee" and she got it. As I always say, never hurts to ask for anything you want as you may get it. Billy also was passing out Valentine gifts of prayer rocks. Thanks, Billy—it is really a special prayer.

President Jo reminded Harold Balvin, Bessie Brezina, Anna Johnson and Annie Whitsell that they are scheduled to be hostesses in March.

Lydia stated that while the club does not have any by-laws, we do have certain rules which have been adopted over the years which she read to refresh everyone's memory. Lydia also collected dues, so if any of you weren't able to be at the meeting, you'll need to pay in March.

Rosie Steinman showed photos from .the American Sokol magazine and Annie Whitsell passed around albums filled with photos from various functions of our club. All were enjoyed.

Harold Nelson, Elroy Lieberum and Calvin Bukhorn. Volunteers were Terry Pundsock, Mary Ann Stauffer, Nita Siedenbeger, Elsie Flink, Leona Stalmach and Sarah Blockmore served the residents their refreshments.

News of Members Sympathy goes out to Anna Johnson who lost her nephew to a heart problem in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was a teacher and coach in Jefferson Parish School and will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to Anna and his family.

Martha Boenisch has the flu and was missed at the meeting. Get well soon.

Rose Nieswiadomy has been ill and has lost lots of pounds but was able to be back with us. You looked great, Rose.

Hear that Frank Prochaska got some big dominos for Christmas with big dots — Frank, are your eyes getting bad or something? Missed you at the meeting; I didn't have anyone to harass!

As I write this letter, Mary Pavey is moving back from Alabama. Jeannie Mason, Katherine Garrison and Patti Gage drove there to pick her up.

Welcome back, Big Mary.

Following grace led by Father Tom, a wonderful luncheon was served by hostesses Camille Bolcer, Billy King, Rose Romeo and Lillian Smith.

Thereafter, games were played.

Next meeting will be March 3. See you then.

Libbie Vrla, Reporter

January Resident Council Meeting The council planned a very special meal for lunch. They have the opportunity to express what they want for a special meals at each meeting. Mr. Billy Banks selected fried chicken mashed potatoes, gravy, lettuce and tomato salad, topped off with peach cobbler and whipped cream.

The council then appointed officers to serve the coming year:

President Mrs. Alma Zimmerhanzel

Vice President Mrs Billie Ray Meeks

Secretary Mr. Billy Banks The department heads met with the council to address any concerns they might have. All concerns expressed are addressed prior to the next meeting.

Additional activities for our male residents were requested. Mrs. Kovar will address this area of activities for the next calendar month.

Family Careplan Meetings Careplan meetings are made by appointment by the residents' family members after receiving a letter from Mrs. Kovar that the residents plan of care is due that month.

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Taylor Rest Home No. 1 enjoys large Christmas gathering SPJST

We held our annual Christmas party on December 14 at 2:30 p.m.

Mr. Woody Richards, Administrator, welcomed all the residents and guests to the party. This was the largest crowd we have ever had for a Christmas party.

Mr. Richards emceed the program of entertainment. The entertainers were Winston Anderson, Raymond Tesmer, Joe Chovanec and guest guitarist, Wayne Jacobs. This group played Christmas and country musci which was enjoyed by all of the residents, guests and staff.

Then Santa Claus made his annual visit and assisted in passing out the gifts to the residents. The residents thoroughly enjoyed this special occasion. The residents enjoyed many Christmas programs from local and out-of-town volunteers.

Mrs. Kovar is very appreciative of all the groups that visited our residents and presented their Christmas programs. Each program made our residents lives happier and brighter.

New Year's Eve Party The residents celebrated the past year and began looking forward to a new year as they parted throughout the afternoon. Everyone toasted each other with some wine and soft drinks They then enjoyed summer sausage, cheese crackers and cheetos. Next some real good music was provided by

Daily Activities Many volunteers visited the rest home in January to entertain our residents. Hands clapped and prayed, melodies were sung, feet tapped and mental strategies were tested throughout the month during the scheduled activities.

On Sundays, Fred Krueger, on accordion, and Cynthia Krueger, on piano, from Faith Baptist Church led devotion and singing. Guitarist Ken Lawrence from Trinity Lutheran Church also led a church service and devotion.

Mondays had the residents moving with music exercise, Bunco games and watching a polka video.

On Tuesdays, part of the day was spent with Reverend Vernon Appel and his wife in prayer and singing. Joining the residents in singing were the Christian Sisters' Ladies. Later, bingo was enjoyed.

Reverend Lisa Nesloney from First United Methodist Church led a Bible study on Wednesdays. In addition, Resident Council Meetings were held.

Bunco Bowling was played with Nita Seidenberger in charge and some of the residents took part in Catholic Communion sponsored by St. Mary's Catholic Church with Margaret Aanstoos. Also, musical entertainment was provided by Willie Vrablel on accordion, Joe Klepac on accordion and Dave Holbert on violin.

Thursdays were also fun-filled day sat the rest home. A rhythm band entertained with polka music. Catholic Mass was said by St. Mary's Church.

The good ol' days were fondly talked about during a gathering of the Reminisce Group. Bernadette Jochec played the keyboard and the Czech Chorus Ladies led everyone in singing.

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, February 24, 1999 Later, St. Paul Lutheran Church School children from Thorndale, Texas visited with the residents. A birthday party celebration was enjoyed, topped off with Twilight Bingo. Beach Ball and one to one visits with Dorothy Hill (Vol) provided some exercise and lively conversation on Fridays. The residents were led in song by Leroy Niemtschk, Harold Nelson, Elroy Lieberum and Calvin Bukhorn with Winston Anderson accompanying on accordion and piano and guitar led the group in song.

On Saturdays, the residents enjoyed watching rented movies or the staffs' own favorite movies brought from home. Dominos and games were available much of the day also. The big bird aviary located in the rest home's lobby was a favorite attraction of the residents. There are a wide variety of birds to observe—diamond doves, canaries, orange weavers, zebra finches, golden finches, button quails.

On any given day, the residents and visitors can watch the birds take baths, eat, build their nests, plus enjoy the new babies.

Sincerely, Pauline Kovar, Activity Director

(Editor's Note: Accompanying photographs will appear in next week's Vestnik) —SPJST-

County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas Fayette

The Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas met on Sunday, January 17, 1999 at the Senior Citizen Center at 255 North Franklin in La Grange for its regularly scheduled quarterly meeting with 32 members in attendance.

President Cathy Chaloupka called the meeting to order and asked members to pledge allegiance to,the flag.

An agenda for the meeting was circulated among members. A gracious welcome was extended in both Czech and English. Bertha Kruse, newest member, was introduced and welcomed to the Chapter.

The minutes from the December 13, 1998 meeting were read and approved with motion made by Lillie Kaderka and Lowell Kubala seconding the motion. The motion carried.

The Treasury report was accepted as presented by Treasurer Rudy Minarcik.

Irene Polansky reported on performances by the Fayette Czech Singers and Dancers which included participated in French Legation Museum's Second Annual Texas Christmas Traditions on December 6 in Austin and upcoming dancing workshop at the SPJST hall in Fayetteville to be held

by Donna and Guenter Merkle for Czech Folk Dancing on January 30, Czech Singers will be performing at the All Slavic Day at St. Thomas University Houston on April 25 where the Czechs are host this year, and May 1 at the Czech Fest at Rosenberg where both the Fayette singers and dancers will perform.

President Chaloupka reported that

the State Budget was approved which was signed off by Jerome Mazoch.

CEFT (A&M) is seeking a donation from the Chapter. In the past, a similar donation was made to the University of Texas-Czech Chair. In being fair with donations, suggestion was made to donate $100 for the Texas A&M CEFI sending exchange students to further Czech culture. This was put in form of a motion by Clarence Matula and seconded by Rudy Minarcik. The motion carried.

Members were asked to give a show of hands of those in attendance speaking Czech. A few raised their hands so suggestion was made to enroll in classes being offered this semester for both beginners and advanced course in Czech at Blinn College at Schulenburg. President Chaloupka urged everyone to enroll to become more proficient in the language in speaking and writing.

Membership Recruitment Rudy Minarcik reported on membership thus far and stated that to date, the Chapter has 90 members that have paid their dues for 1999. Suggestions were made to entice more people to join because the membership dues of only $12 per year is well worth the price of fellowship of the organization and promotion and preservation of the Czech culture. Several recommendations were made to stimulate and to bring in new members which includes the personal invitation along with notices in newspapers, etc.

Preservation of Czech history through family history is being promoted which involves taping conversations, stories etc. from the senior citizens, jotting down interesting facts.

The need to motivate the younger generation was also discussed in recording this history about the ancestors.

Defining the Mission A mission statement for the organization was discussed in that many question "what do you do" or "what is the purpose of the organization?"

Fund raising was mentioned as money helps but giving of ourselves and our time, food, etc. makes for a good fraternal organization. The suggestion was made to go home with the thought, "I am Czech" and go from there, which should include getting more publicity for the things that are done to promote Czech culture.

Also, a suggestion was made to put up a table on the square in La Grange on the first Saturday of the month to stir interest and spread knowledge about the organization and its goals, etc.

Fayetteville will host the State Meeting on November 20, 1999 at the SPJST Hall in Fayetteville. The menu was discussed which will include roast pork, potatoes, sauerkraut, Czech pastries, etc. Georgie and Elmont Vyvial volunteered to be chairpersons for the kitchen and food preparation. Rudy Minarcik will check with Robert Skrabanek to be speaker for the event and Carolyn Meiners will check with Ben Rychlek. Decorations will be handled by Helen Mikus and Carolyn Meiners. Members were asked to think about door prizes such as Czech items, pictures, dolls, cookbooks, baskets of food, etc. Decisions should be

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In Memoriam In Memory of Frank J. Mach, Jr. The members of Lodge 35, Elk wish to express heartfelt sympathy to the family of Frank J. Mach, Jr., II age 84, of Abbott. Frank passed away early Tuesday morning, February 2, 1999 at Hill Regional Hospital in Hillsboro.

Rosary was recited Thursday, February 4, 1999 at 10 a.m. at Aderhold Funeral Chapel in West, followed by a funeral service with Reverend Edward J, Kersten, O.S.A. officiating. Burial was at Fatima Cemetery near Abbott.

Mr. Mach was born December 16, 1914, the son of Frank J. and Mary Mach, Sr. He attended schools in Axtell. He married Annie A. Dulak on September 5, 1934 in Waco. She preceded him in death on February 20, 1997. Mr. Mach was a farmer for most of his life until he retired in 1981. He was a member of Lodge 35, Elk. He is survived by four sons, Frank J. Mach III of Arlington, Ernest J. Mach and his wife, Helen Ruth, of Hillsboro, Edward E. Mach, of Dallas and James A. Mach and his wife, Ann, of Morristown, Tennessee; five daughters, Eugenia Sinkule and her husband, Joe, Jr., of Abbott, Lucille Hadgkinson and her husband, W.B., of Gainesville, Nancy Ann Kilgo and her husband, Richard H., of McGregor, Patricia Louise Bajer, of Mart and Suzanne Marlar and her husband, David, of Charlotte, North Carolina; four sisters, Millie Dulak of Corpus Christi, Frances Dulak, of Axtell, Lillie Steele, of Dallas and Elizabeth Kubitza, of Mart; eighteen grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Richard, Eugene, Patrick and Jared Mach, Brian and Troy Sinkule, Richard S. and Derek Kilgo, Frank Bajer, IV and Chase Marlar.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Fraternally, Elizabeth Kubitza

SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 6, Cottonwood and the entire membership wish to express our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of ANTON J. PUSTEJOVSKY, age 83, of West, passed away January 6, 1999 in West Rest Haven. A rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m. January 7 by Rev. Jerry Ryan in the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbott. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10 a.m. January 8 in St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West with Rev. Ed Karasek as celebrant. Burial followed in Fatima Cemetery near Abbott.

Mr. Pustejovsky was born November 25, 1915 in West and had lived in the Abbott and West area all of his life. He was a charter member of the

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbott and the Abbott K.J.T. He was active in the Knights of Columbus Council #2305 and the Texas Farm Bureau. He was a member of SPJST 6 Cottonwood. On October 11, 1937 he married Helen Hykel. Anton and Helen shared many things including their birthday on November 25.

His immediate family is 59 members strong and one of his grandchildren, Stephen Picha, is studying to be a priest.

Mr. Pustejovsky was preceded in death by two sons, James and Michael.

Survivors include his wife, Helen of West; three sons, Bernard and wife, Lucy, and Anthony and wife, Beverly, of Abbott, and Joseph and wife, Carolyn, of West; three daughters, Mrs Ernest (Helen) Mach of Hillsboro, Mrs. Felix (Bernice) Picha of Waco and Mrs. Sam (Janice) Hurst of Lorena; a daughter in-law, Elaine Pustejovsky of Abbott; four sisters, Mrs. Otillie Roznovsky, of West, Mrs. Joe (Mary) Sinkule, Mrs. Eugene (Sophie) Kubala and Mrs. Johnny (Agnes) Sinkule, all of Abbott; 23 grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren.

Active pallbearers were Matt Pustejovsky, Jeremy Pustejovsky, James Picha, Eric Pustejovsky, Jeffrey Hurst, Greg Pustejovsky and Richard Mach.

The family has requested that memorials be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church of West or the K.J.T. Scholarship Fund.

Kotch Funeral Home of West was in charge of the arrangements.

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

Resolution Committee, Peggy Dobecka Bill Skerik Georgie Skerik

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Memory of Viasta E. Baros In

Vlasta E. Baros, 98, of Victoria, died Sunday, Feb. 7, 1999.

She was born Aug. 18, 1900, in Midway, to the late Frank and Annie Malina Koliba. She was a homemaker and was a member of Grace Presbytarian Church, S.P.J.S.T. Lodge 97-Placedo for 79 years, and was a former member of Home Demonstration Club of Victoria. She held many S.P.J.S.T. offices in previous years and hosted meetings at her home.

She is survived by a daughter, Elva Jean "E.J." Gerhold of Victoria: a sister, Lillie Matus of Moulton; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by husband, Ed J. Baros; sister, Millie Stubbs; and brothers Adolph Koliba, Ed Koliba, and Jerry Koliba.

Burial was at Memory Gardens Cemetary in Victoria under the direction of Rosewood Funeral Chapels.

Fraternally, Donna Vanek —SPJST-

Wednesday, February 24, 1999—VESTNIK/11

Expression of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge 24, Cyclone express their sincere sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, MILTON W. JASEK. Services for Milton W. Jasek, 83 of Buckholts were held at 10 a.m.

November 30, 1998 in Sheffield Funeral Home in Rogers, Texas the Reverend John Kuecker officiating.

Mr. Jasek died Saturday November 28, 1998 in a Temple hospital.

He was born in Buckholts April 19, 1915 to Joe and Frances Macek Jasek.

He served in the U. S. Army during World War II and a life long farmer.

He lived in the Buckholts area all f his life and was a member of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone. He married Matilda Bartek.

Survivors are his wife Matilda Jasek of Buckholts and a sister, Sedonia Ludsik of Wharton.

May our departed brother rest in peace., Fraternally, Richard Greger, President Bernice Sebek, Secretary —SPJST-

SPJST

Annuities In addition to providing affordable insurance coverage to its members, the SPJST also offers a quality annuity program. Please see page three for current interest rates. For more information, please contact your local lodge sales representative or the Home Office at 1 (800) 727-7578.

Reunions Heinrich Family Reunion The descendants of Michael Heinrich Family from (AustriaMoravia) will hold their biennial reunion Saturday, March 20, 1999 in High Hill, Texas at St. Mary's Hall.

The brothers Joseph, Wenzel and Franz who were direct descendants of Michael, emigrated to Texas around the early 1860s.

Activities will begin with registration and visiting at 10 a.m. followed by a catered meal at 12 noon. The afternoon will consist of committee reports, business activity and more visiting and mingling. The planning committee includes Don Heinrich from Slaton, Texas; Bernice Rainosek from San Marcos, Texas and Clerus and Regina Heinrich from Houston, Texas.

Motel accommodations may be made in Schulenburg by calling 409-743-4192. RSVP meal reservations to Clerus Heinrich at 713-6439821. The cut-off date for all reservations is Friday, March 21, 1999.

We hope that all descendants will, join us on Saturday, March 20, 1999 for a wonderful day of fellowship and good times!

Don Heinrich President, Heinrich Reunion

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State Youth Director outlines plans for exciting youth leader workshop

insurance. It was interesting.

As our refreshment, we had suckers and drinks. After our meeting, we played a game that we learned from our workshop in Waco., It's where someone asks you a question and if the question agrees with you, you do whatever it tells you. It was fun.

During our meeting, we discussed old as well as new business. We also discussed our Valentine's party that we're having Saturday, February 13 from 6 to 8.

Our next meeting will be March 3 at the hall. Come join us!

Heather Slenk (2/6/99)

Dear SPJST Youth Leaders, I invite you to participate in the 1999 SPJST Youth Leaders' Workshop set for Friday, March 12 to Sunday, March 14 at Camp Lone Star in LaGrange, Texas. This year's workshop theme is "A Proud Past — A Bright Future."

This is an action-packed workshop full of fun and learning for all youth leaders and their spouses/guests.

Assistant youth leaders and their spouses/guests are also welcome to attend. I encourage you to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to acquire new ideas for your youth club.

Early registration begins at 7 p.m. on Friday. The evening will feature a campfire chat so bring your SPJST youth program ideas. Campfire singing, snacks and games will round out the evening.

Saturday is "SPJST Youth Leader Day." A flag and friendship ceremony begins the day at 7:45 a.m. followed by breakfast and registration. The workshop begins at 9 a.m. The day will be filled with workshops on topics like fundraising, goodwill projects, party planning, program ideas, scrapbooking, and membership drives. A craft exchange and tarok instruction will also be a part of this year's workshop.

1999-2000 youth club rule book updates will also be presented. Author Cynthia Rose will speak about preserving our proud past. All youth leaders will be recognized at an evening banquet. After dinner, participants will look into the future with Astronomy instructor Charles Wheeler.

If you cannot get away for the entire weekend, please attend on Saturday.

Registration is from 8 to 9 a.m. on Saturday morning. A workshop registration form will appear in next week's Vestnik.

I am looking forward to an exciting weekend. I hope that you will be there.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny State Youth Director —SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club shares workshop game Dear Readers, At our last meeting, we made Valentine cards. They were cute. Bill Orsak came and talked to us about

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Lodge 9, Snook youth club enjoys Valentine pizza party Dear Readers, Lodge 9 Youth Club had a Valentine pizza party and dance on Saturday, February 13 at the SPJST Hall. We got to invite a friend. Everyone had fun.

Kimberly Gaas (2/17/99) SPJST-

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Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club charitable efforts support elderly

Lodge 9, Snook youth club puts their hearts into Valentine's Day Dear Vestnik Readers, The Snook Youth Club had their monthly meeting on February 3rd at the SPJST Hall. Kimberly and I were in charge of crafts, door prizes and games. We made Valentine cards for friends and to take to the rest home.

Thanks to Bill Orsak, who spoke to us about Farm Bureau Insurance.

We discussed having a Valentine Dance on February 13. We made cookie bags and cards for the elderly and people in our community.

Our next meeting is March 3rd at 6:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Jason Gaas (2/17/99) —SPJST-

Dear Readers, Our meeting for February was well attended.

Our charities for February were: • Cards to people in our community; • Cookies for the elderly; and • Valentine cards for elderly at the nursing home We talked about changes in dates for Youth Achievement Day and camp.

We will be having a Valentine's party on February 13. We will have pizza and either cookies or chips from a family member.

Fraternally, Hailey Slenk (2/6/99) —SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club hears from insurance agent Dear Readers, Our meeting for February was held February 3 at the SPJST Hall. Thanks to Kimberly and Jason for the Valentine crafts. Our speaker was Billy Orsak. He's an insurance agent.

He talked to us about the recent hail damage. Thank you.

We are having a Valentine's Dance February 13. We can bring a friend.

It's going to be fun. We also discussed when Youth Achievement Day and camp will be this year.

Our next meeting is March 3 at the SPJST hall.

Fraternally, Holly Slenk (2/7/99) —SPJST-

Lodge 29, Tayis!

Youth Club reports on February meeting Dear Vestnik Readers, The February meeting of the Lodge No. 29 Youth Club was called to order at 3 p.m. by Vice President Jennifer Johle. Mark Johle led the Pledge of Allegiance. The register was read.

There were 19 members and ten adults present. Guests introduced were Brittany Meyers, Michael Thorton, George Beard and Donald.

The minutes were read and approved. Lacy Cervenka gave the treasurer's report. Our Youth Leader reported on several items.

The youth club signed a sympathy card for the parents of Allyson Holman.

Under new business, we elected Brooke Hegar and Lindsey Green as flag bearers. We then took a count of all of the teens who were interest in the Leaders in Training (LIT) Retreat, discussed National Service Day and decided to go to Port Aransas for our summer trip.

Fund raising projects coming up will include a car wash and fried chicken dinner. The meeting was adjourned at 3:35 p.m. Before the meeting, the members made St. Patrick's Day crafts for the rest home tree. Make plans, next Sunday, February 28, to meet at the rest home to decorate the tree.

Fraternally yours, Tracy Betak, Reporter (2/21/99) —SPJST-

12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, February 24, 1999

Lodge 4, Hallettsville scenes from the recent SPJST State Lock-ln, scheduled to appear in this week's Vestnik, will appear in next week's issue.

Thank you for your attention.

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Installs Officers

Lodge 30, Talton youth leader reports on December party Dear SPJST Readers, We held our Christmas social on December 13, 1998 at the Taiton Community Center. The morning started with youth club members decorating the hall with garlands and confetti on the tables. Members sang Christmas songs. The meal was served at 12:15.

Adult Lodge President Monica Staff welcomed everyone and lead the members in a meal prayer. Everyone enjoyed a menu of fired chicken, turkey, dressing and the trimmings along with desserts that were provided by the parents. When the youth were finished with their lunch, youth club members Jason and Curtis helped members with making of Christmas ornaments at one table and Kirby and Camille helped members with another type of Christmas ornament. The members donated them to the WCJC senior'citizen Christmas tree.

The youth club meeting was called to order by President Rachael Dluhos.

Kenna Bubela led members in the SPJST motto, prayer and Pledge of Allegiance. We welcomed all of our parents and Matt Vanek, Marcy Dorotik, Donavan, Joette and Jayca Krpec to our youth club meeting and social. Members were asked to answer the roll call by what they were asking Santa for Christmas. Minutes were read and approved. Treasurer's report was given.

Discussion of Old Business Camp t-shirt forms are due January 31, 1999. For our charity in. January, we will be having a 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive collection.

New Business Presented Youth Leader Bubela told members of the Officers' Workshop and State Lock-in. Members who are planning to attend need to let me know by December 28.

Members sang "Happy Birthday" to our December birthday celebrantsT.J. Drapela and Trey Staff.

Youth club members brought a toy to be donated to the Child Protective Services for Christmas as part of our charity and community service project.

It is always great to make a child happy, that is what SPJST is all about.

Our next meeting will be January 10, 1999. The meeting was adjourned and the members were so very happy because now it was finally time to open their Christmas gifts. Youth leaders gave the members a small gift and wished them and their parents a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! , Reported by, Lisa Bubela, Youth Leader

(Editor's Note: Accompanying photos will appear in next week's Vestnik) —SPJST-

Pictured above are the officers of Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club who were installed at their January meeting by Supreme Lodge SecretaryTreasurer Lanita Anglin. They are, from left, front: Rachel Baca and Dawn Capps. SECOND ROW: Secretary-Treasurer Anglin, Youth Leader Donna Baca, Heather Franklin, Amber Rice and Assistant Youth Leader Jerrie Ann Kirby. BACK ROW: Jessica Kirby, Crystal Bartek, Janet Baca and President Shannon Pechal.

Lodge 30, Taiton youth leader reports on past monthly activities Dear SPJST Readers, The Taiton Youth Club met on November 1, 1998 at the Taiton Community Center at 2 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Jason Kaspar, Kirby Bubela led the members in the motto, pledge and prayer. We welcomed Hailey Green and Amber Pina as our guests.

The minutes were read and the treasurer's report was given.

Youth Leader Bubela went over old business. Our booth at the Taiton Fall Festival did very well. Thanks to all of the youth members and parents who made it so successful. We congratulated the scrapbook committee for winning first place on our scrapbook at Fraternal Congress. The members were reminded to start working on their camp tee-shirt design. The contest deadline is January 31, 1999.

New Business The state winning dance groups were asked to perform at the American Legion Veterans Day program on November 11, 1998 and members decorated cans and put candy inside of them for door prizes for the American Legion Veterans Day Festival. The Christmas party was in the planning Parents received notes as to what they are to bring for the Christmas dinner.

We have received more cookbooks for sale; they make great Christmas gifts for friends and family members.

Members Camille, Mandy and Trey Staff, Stephanie Fucik, Brandon Drapela, Kirby and Kenna Bubela, Travis Krpec, Jason and Kyle Kaspar, Danille and Chase Zalman, Curtis and Chad Dorotik read Thanksgiving poems to all the other parents and members.

We sang "Happy Birthday" to Jarrett Dluhos, Chad Dorotik and Steven Drapela.

Members who participated in the craft contest made a fall or Thanksgiving arrangement. They also donated .50 per member for a coat drive at a local school.

Our Christmas social will be on Sunday, December 13, 1998 at the Taiton Community Center. The members will all make a craft ornament for the WCJC senior citizens' Christmas tree.

The meeting was adjourned and refreshments were served by Crystal Roye, Bethany and Rachael Dluhos.

Reported by, Lisa Bubela, Youth Leader —SPJST-

Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on January meeting Dear SPJST Readers, Hope you all had a wonderful new year. The youth of Lodge 30, Taiton met on January 10,1999. Vice President Jason Kaspar called the meeting to order. Jon Marcaurele led the members in the prayer, motto and Pledge of Allegiance. We had one visitor, Allison Fucik. All of the members welcomed her.

New Business Discussed We will be collecting or the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive for January.

The State Officers' Workshop and Lock-in will be on January 16 and 17, 1999. The camp tee-shirt designs are due on January 30, 1999.

Old Business Information was given out from Reneau Gold on what to do with your old Christmas cards. You should send them to St. Jude's Ranch. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela explained to the members that we will have a guest speaker at our next meeting, Mr. Wayne Genzer and his seeing-eye dog, Kojak. Members are asked to bring a friend.

Several members read winter poems and they also made a 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Certificate for our craft contest.

Birthdays that were celebrated at our birthday social were Assistant Youth Leader Reneau Gold and Monica Staff.

We sang to Camille Staff and Brandon Drapela.

Our next meeting will be February 21, 1999. Our charity will be to make a donation to the Eye-dog Association.

The meeting was adjourned.

Youth club members presented Mrs. Gold and Mrs. Staff with a birthday party after the meeting. A decorated cake that read "Happy Birthday, Mrs. Gold and Mrs. Staff' in pretty spring colors, punch and hamburger cheese dip were served. The members presented them with a small gift.

Reported by, Lisa Bubela, Youth Leader SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston youth club discusses future activites, fund raisers Dear Readers, On Wednesday, January 6, the new youth club officers for Lodge 88 held their first officers' meeting of 1999.

All of the new officers for 1999 were in attendance.

We discussed what kinds of socials and filed trips we would like to have in 1999, and we also discussed doing some fund raisers.

On Sunday, January 10th, the new officers will be installed.

Don't forget, we need youth members help in the kitchen on Thursday nights. Parents are welcome also. See you at the next youth meeting on January 20.

From, Stephanie Boyce (2/1/99) —SPJST-

Lodge 107, Floresville Hosts Bake Sale Members of the Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club held a bake sale in front of WalMart and Bauman's on December 19 to raise money to attend the statewide lock-in.

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Learn Czech With Us 72nd lesson. Revision Exercises.

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Future programs were discussed which will included posting of meetings for the year so commitments can be made. The following 1999 dates were set: • April 18—Regular meeting at Senior Citizen Building; Thadious Polasek of Schulenburg will present program at this meeting • June 13—Picnic at Rek Hill • September 12—Regular meeting at Senior Citizen Building • December 12—Christmas party "Fayette County Day" is being proclaimed by the Governor of Texas on Tuesday, February 23, with a proclamation drafted by Judge Ed Janecka to be signed by the Governor at 10 a.m.

A reception is planned from 3 to 5 p.m. and both German and Czech entertainment is being planned. Judges, commissioners, mayor and representatives of banks plan to attend. A bus trip is being planned for $25 for round trip.

Publication of the Veterans Book was on hold for a period of time and is now being planned for publication in the near future which may be in two volumes at a cost of $45.

The Sister City Program with a city in Czech Republic similar to La Grange is being researched both by Mayor Dave Noak and Mayor of Frenstat. The city will furnish the paper work which will take a lot of manpower and those interested need to contact Cathy Chaloupka or Carolyn Meiners with this endeavor.

Chapter presidents and treasurers are scheduled to attend a meeting on February 27 at Fayetteville. There is also a State meeting in Boysville on March 20 and members were asked for a show of hands of those planning to attend. Those planning to attend are to meet on the east side of the courthouse in La Grange at 8 a.m.

Cathy urged everyone to go to libraries to do genealogy research and related an incident she encountered at the George Library in Rosenberg.

Suggestion was made to set up a Book Fund for both the County Library and School Library.

Door prizes were awarded to Tonie Winkler and Jerome Mazoch.

There being no further business, Carolyn Meiners made a motion to adjourn. Tonie Winkler seconded the motion. The motion carried.

After the meeting, everyone enjoyed a delicious variety of sweets and sandwiches and exchanging Czech-related stories involving their families.

Irene Polansky —SPJST-

Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum special events slated The regular meeting of the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum on February 2, 1999 held at the BCCHM Historic Site, at Fawn & Shaw, left all present with aching sides, from laughing and having fun with some really serious business.

President Helen Jurica, had everyone organized with the black, threering binders, a planning calendar (furnished by Caldwell National Bank), the By-Laws, Board of Directors' addresses and telephone numbers, etc.

This type professionalism keeps everyone involved and working. Our major and Master Plan Goals have not changed — to educate and preserve Czech Heritage; however, BCCHM is adding achievable goals each month.

These are short-term goals, that will measure the progress and development of all of the museum's projects and activities.

With January 1999, the new slate of officers assumed their positions and the work toward the new millennium really began — continued and completion of the historic site and if you have driven by, the building is beautiful.

Our thanks and praise go out to the expertise of George Hlavinka and his crews, working without pay; this is true dedication and Czech spirit!

Vicky Barnett has created a new leaflet about the historic site. BCCHM is seeking companies with copy equipment to allow BCCHM to reprint these for free. Please call Vicky at 846-4542.

The discussion, regarding the toilet facility, enlivened when the various types of facilities were available. One of the officers felt obligated to show the meeting "visual," and the laughing began and continued, with a simple plastic zip-lock bag! Point was made and the motion carried.

History Books Presented The 1998 History Books, two volumes, were presented by Lee Crawford, Historian. The table of contents tells the story of the charitable, educational, multi-cultural, music and arts culture (remember Richard Urbis), the tornadoes in October and the will-

ingness of the community to help each other, the partnerships that BCCHM appreciates with the SPJST lodges, schools, churches, Chamber of Commerce, the Tribune and Vestnik newspapers, the radio stations, and the Internet to communicate regularly with the Czech Republic. Of course, this does not list everyone who helps and works for the BCCHM, but we need you, too. You do not have to be Czech to join and come have fun with BCCHM. It is fun to be involved!

Historic Site Tours Tours will be held at the historic site on February 11th and on March 17th.

Call Annie Polasek and plan to come and wear your Czech costume.

BCCHM will have hands-on demonstrations, quilts, cookbooks, arts and crafts. Yes, our curator, George Hlavinka and Shirley will be there with Czech music playing. Tourism builds Caldwell and the 15th Annual Kolache Festival, which we all promote.

Tasting Party Set, Recipes Requested Tasting party is set for April 16th and is tentatively planned to be held at the SPJST lodge hall. Call Carolyn Vavra at 272-8643 or Margaret Haisler at 272-8657 with the Czech dish you will furnish as well as the recipe to be published in BCCHM's Annual Tasting Party Cookbook. Make each year even better. Tickets will be sold in advance, so see a member of BCCHM or any of the banks. Alyce Krupa, Cookbook Editor needs your recipe, as soon as possible. Write it down now and send it to BCCHM, P.O. Box 493, Caldwell, Texas, 77836.

If you have a picture send it along!

Bake Sale A bake sale is planned for April 3 at Wal-Mart. This is the Saturday before Easter. Let us know if you are baking kolaches, bread, cakes, cookies, pasta, dumplings, etc. Plan to give someone a special surprise — take him/her an Easter cake!

See you at the regular meeting of Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum on March 18th. Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month.

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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE NO. 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE NO. 5 PILOT POINT-TIOGA Saturday, February 27—Chili Supper; 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 18—Golf Tournament at Turtle Hill Golf Course, Muenster, Texas. Team Entry: $240; Hole Sponsorship: $100; Combination Fee: $315. To register or for more information, please contact Donnie Koerner at (940) 686-2786.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Church CCD Building in Pilot Point.

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LODGE NO. 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, March 5—Social Night, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday,March 6—State Stright Domino Tournament, Registration at 8 a.m; play begins at 9 a.m.

Sunday, March 7—RVOS No. 46 Spring Meeting Sunday, March 7—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m.

Friday, March 19—Family Night, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 28—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m., Lodge 6 Inc. annual meeting, 4 p.m., Easter party, Egg hunt and dinner Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 826-5863.

LODGE NO. 9, SNOOK Sunday, April 11—District One Spring Meeting. Details to come.

Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m LODGE NO. 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.

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Lodge Reporters and Event Coordinators Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is one week prior to the publication date of issue. Send your updates to: VESTNIK, c/o SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX listings to: (254) 774-7447. EMail listings to: bvanicek@wm.com For classified advertising rates, please refer to the rate charts below or call the Editor at 1 (800) 727-7578 for more information. Thank you.

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LODGE NO. 14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE NO. 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.

LODGE NO. 15, BUCKHOLTS Saturday, March 20—Hosting SPJST State Dominoe

LODGE NO. 32, VICTORIA Sunday, February 28—Valentine Dance at Inez Community Center. Music by the Vrazel Polka Band and Bobby Jones Czech Band, beginning at 1 p.m. Admission $6 per person.

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Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental and dance information, call (254) 593-4192 or (254) 593-0090.

LODGE NO. 16, BILA HORA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of August and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE NO. 17, NEW TABOR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

LODGE NO. 18, ELGIN Sunday, February 28—Central Texas Sounds, 3 - 7 p.m., Tickets $6 per person Sunday, March 14 — Battle Dance with the Vrazel's and Leo Maiek; 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., $7 per person Saturday, March 27 — King of Swing; 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan.

LODGE NO. 35, ELK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156.

LODGE NO. 36, WEST Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September and December at 6:45 p.m.

LODGE NO. 38, SMITHVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise stated. For rentals and reservations, call Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534. Band Bookings: Artie Monson at (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is non-smoking.

LODGE NO. 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. 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. 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 40, EL CAMPO-HILUE Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE NO. 23, MORAVIA Sunday, March 7—District Six Meeting Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m.

LODGE NO. 24, CYCLONE Saturday, March 6—Private Rental Monday, March 8—Lodge social at 7 p.m., followed by monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 13—Dance with music by MorrisCode, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m., Tickets: $5 per person; Under 13 free Saturday, April 10 — Dance with music by MorrisCode, 8 p.m. -12 a.m., Tickets: $5 per person; Under 13 free For your enjoyment, Flag Hall now offers pool and an assortment of arcade games. Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Flag Hall is located 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53. For more information regarding hall bookings or to reserve Flag Hall, please contact Brian Vanicek at (254) 985-0007.

LODGE NO. 25, ENNIS Saturday, March 6—Rental Thurday, March 11—Lodge meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 13 — Rental Saturday, May 1 — 102nd Lodge Anniversary Celebration with music by Vrazel's Polka Band May 28, 29 ant 30 — (Memorial Day Weekend) Annual Ennis Polka Festival Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. Youth Club meets on Sundays; times to be announced. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations or more information, call Jim Holahan at (972) 875-5230 or contact the hall at (972) 875-8381 and leave a message.

LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE NO. 28 EAST BERNARD Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. in the meeting room on the ground floor of the SPJST Hall Building at 106 Leveridge Street in East Bernard.

LODGE NO. 29, TAYLOR Sunday, March 7 — Granger Polka Boys, downstairs, 3-7 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are 8 to 12 (no cover charge). Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night froth 6 to 9 p.m. Kitchen is open for Sunday dances and on-premises catering is available. For hall reservations, dance information or bookings, call (512) 352-9139 (SPJST Lodge Hall) or (512) 365-5489 (Albin Machu).

LODGE NO. 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road at 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 47, SEATON Saturday, February 27—LB. and Anna Lois Kasberg's 50th Wedding Anniversary Dance, Moravian Kats from West and Waco Thursday, March 4 — Set up tables, etc for fund raiser, 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 6—Fund Raiser. Call Gladys Marek (254) 773-3914 or any officer for ticket details.

Sunday, March 7 — Cleanup, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, March 9 — Lodge and Youth Club meetings, 7 p.m.

Thursday, March 11 — Organizational meeting for Czech language class, 7 p.m. Be there if interested.

Saturday, March 13 — Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, March 20 — Vrazel Polka BAnd Sunday, March 21—District Two Spring Meeting Saturday, March 27 — Private Wedding Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances in 1998 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Dorothy Pechal at (254) 985-2545 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night.

LODGE NO. 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

LODGE NO. 49, ROWENA Sunday, February 28--Batla-Havlak Polka Dance Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. Game socials are every third Friday night of each month at the Lodge Hall.

LODGE NO. 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 54, WEST Sunday, February 28—RVOS Lodge 47 Dinner Friday, March 5—First Quarterly Meeting, 7 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day).

LODGE NO. 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE NO. 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

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Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. 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 meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 207 South Park in Karnes City.

Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each 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. 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September and December at 3 p.m.

LODGE NO. 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.

LODGE NO.14, 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. 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE NO. 106, LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in LaGrange at 7:30 p.m.

LODGE NO. 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted.

LODGE NO. 180, BURLESON Saturday, February 27 -- Just Us Saturday, March 6-Cadillac Cowboys Saturday, March 13-Horse Feathers Saturday, March 20--MorrisCode Saturday, March 27 - Just Us For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik at (817) 284-7218, Rhonda Hurtik at (214) 435-2286, or John Hilcher at (817)293-8166, All Saturday night dances are from 8:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE NO. 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m.

LODGE NO. 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE NO. 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL

LODGE NO. 130 DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas.

SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., unless notified otherwise. Hall location: 5502 Kostorhyz Road, Corpus Christi. Phone: (512) 852-9042. Public invited.

Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio.

LODGE NO. 80, HOLLAND

LODGE NO. 135, ENNIS

Saturday, March 6 - Super Bingo, 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 7 - Lodge meeting at 4 p.m., honoring our 1999 50-year pin recipients; dinner to follow Saturday, March 13 - Parmer wedding reception Monday, March 22 - American Legion meets, 7 p.m.

Sat„ April 3 - Monthly meeting, 4 p.m.; Super Bingo, 7 p.m.

Monday, April 26 - American Legion meets, 7 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-13954; AL-00061-9887-0.

LODGE NO. 133, SAN ANTONIO

Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m.

September through May.

LODGE NO. 141, SEALY

Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. A luncheon is served at noon and the meeting follows.

LODGE NO. 84, DALLAS Saturday, March 6-Dance, Music by Vrazel Polka Band; 8 p.m. - 12 am., Admission: $7 per person Monday, March 15-Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 20-Dance, Music by Granger Polka Boys, 8 p.m. - 12 am, Admission: $6 per person Sunday, April 18 - Lodge 84 89th Anniversary Celebration. Happy hour from 12 to 1 p.m.; dinner served 12:30 to 2 p.m. Program begins at 2 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 3524397 or Ben Jarma at 348-1514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557.

LODGE NO. 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Don Alford at (254) 939.7395.

LODGE NO. 88, HOUSTON Saturday, February 27 - Johnny Kaye, Big Band Music; *Dress Code, $11 per person Friday, March 5 - Country Kin, CM; Under 13 only with parents. Tickets $6 each Saturday, March 6 - Tony Barron, Big Band Music; *Dress Code, tickets $11 each Saturday, March 13 - Odis Claxton, Big Band Music; *Dress Code, $11 per person Saturday, March 20 - Dwain Miller, Big Band Music; *Dress Code, $11per person Saturday, April 3-Manny Green, Big Band Music; *Dress Code, $11 per person Saturday, April 10-Leo Majek, PolkaNariety; Tickets $6 each Saturday, April 17-0dis Claxton, Big Band Music; *Dress Code, $11 per person *Dress Code Dances: Evening attire, ladies and gentlemen Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m.

Through June, all dances are 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted. Starting July, all dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight unless otherwise noted. Games every Thursday; Early Bird Special at 7:15 p.m.; Regular Games at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-207741001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767.

LODGE NO. 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m., or as otherwise specified.

LODGE NO. 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, March 7-Country/western dance; 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.; $5 per person Saturday, March 13-Rental Sunday, March 21-Don Peachy from Wisconsin; 3 - 7 VII.; $7 per person Sunday, April 18-Band to be annunced later, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 16-Music by the Jodie Mikula Orchestra of Ennis, sponsored by the KJT, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Ballroom dancing every Friday night and New Year's Eve; 9 p.m. until 12 a.m. Sponsred by Zane Laurini's Stardust Ballroom.

Call 1 (800) 332-9303. Dress code enforced. For additional dance info., tune to KBEC 1390 AM at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3 FM at 2 p.m. every Sunday. For a place to hold your large parties, call Joyce at (817) 624-1361.

Bookings for 1999 are going fast, so act now to get your preferred party date. Taroky is played on the first and third Tuesday. Ladies Circle meets on second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.

LODGE NO 183, ARLINGTON 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) 4658538, (972) 263-9031, (972) 262-8830 and (817) 457-2138.

LODGE NO. 142, HOUSTON Sunday, March 14 - Lodge meeting Sunday, April 11 - Lodge meeting Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.

LODGE NO. 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE NO. 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated.

LODGE NO. 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on the third Sunday of the month at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE NO. 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 427-8160.

LODGE NO. 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 3 p.m.

LODGE NO. 161, LA PARITA JOURDANTON Thursday, March 18-Lodge meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Stage Slop Restaurant in Pleasanton. Members are encouraged to come enjoy the meal and fellowship.

LODGE NO. 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE NO. 172, PASADENA Saturday, February 27 - No Dance (Rentals Only) Saturday, March 6 - Down Time Saturday, March 13 -Texas Brew Saturday, March 20 -Joe Singleton and Wildfire Saturday, March 27 -- No Dance (Rentals Only) Hall is located at 3609 Preston in Pasadena. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday parties, wedding receptions, retirement parties, Christmas parties, etc., please call (281) 575-6247 in (713) 472-3269.

Starting January, 1999, Lodge 172 will be renting the hall on the last Saturday of each month. Executive members and Board of Trustees meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. For reservations, call (281) 487-3297.

LODGE NO. 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meeting are at 7 p.m. yputh Club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1 . 74-2042239-0 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

LODGE NO. 185, NEW BRAUNFELS

LODGE NO. 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE NO. 196, HOUSTON-WEST Julius Tupa; 8 . 30 - 12 :30 p.m. $6 per ticket.

All dances open to the public. ($6 per person) Watch for our letters in the Vestnik. Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For hall rentals for weddings, birthdays, dances and parties, call (281) 373-9482. Leave a message. The hall's address is 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas 77429.

LODGE NO. 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE NO. 201, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August October and December.

LODGE NO. 186, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each 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. 202, JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank in in the Community Room.

LODGE NO. 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. Youth meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals, please call (512) 255-1554 or (512) 388-6335.

LODGE NO. 188, CENTERVILLE Game times: Sunday, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; lodge

SPJST STATEWIDE CHARITIES

SPJST Statewide Charities benefit when you order Music from Prague, 200 Years of Czech Piano Music The Society has designated four The recording, which is available groups as SPJST Statewide charities. on cassette or compact disc, features They are as follows: Brother Urbis performing on the piano • The Texas Czech the works of several renowned Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, composers, including Smetana, Inc.; Dussek, Dvorak, Janacek, • The Czech Cultural and Vorisek and two original Community Center; compositions by Urbis.

• The Czech The tape or CD is availEducational able through the SPJST Foundation of Home Office for $10, Texas; and including postage and • The Peaceable handling. Lodges and Kingdom Retreat youth clubs ordering for Children. the tapes or CDs will be In 1998, the SPJST will able to purchase them at focus its statewide fund a reduced rate but will raising efforts to support MUSIC FROM PRAGUE need to make arrangethe goals and objectives 200 YEARS OF CZECH PIANO MUSIC ments for their delivery. of these groups. In addiCassette tapes and tion to raising an awareness of these CDs make excellent gifts and are organizations, what they do and their available for immediate delivery. For plans for the future, we are also raising more information, including volume support funds through the sale of a spe- purchases, please contact the Editor's cially produced recording by Brother Office at 1(800) 727-7578.

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LODGE NO. 178, LONGVIEW- KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m.. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview.

LODGE NO. 191, LUFKIN Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For dance reservations, call Marilyn Page at 632-1124.

LODGE NO. 184, MOULTON

LODGE NO. 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m..

Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Tony's Restaurant.

LODGE NO. 81, NEEDVILLE

LODGE NO. 189 BRYAN - COLLEGE STATION

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LODGE NO. 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

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Getting Married?

Make SPJST Part of Your Plans.

Creating a day as perfect as the one you have imagined requires careful planning.

It's like that with life insurance, too. If you're getting married or a newlywed, contact your local lodge sales representative about the wide range of term and traditional whole life insurance options that are available to you.

Your wedding day is many things.

It is a day of promise for your new life ahead and a day of sadness for what you leave behind. It is a day of laughter and of tears, a day of love and joy and expectation. But mainly, your wedding day is one of celebration. The following checklist, with the exception of two important additions, is reprinted from "Weddings Beautiful," a division of National Bridal Service.

Nine to Twelve Months Before • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Determine the type of wedding you want, size, degree of formality, setting.

Select wedding date and time.

Notify your clergy member and reserve date and time for wedding and rehearsal.

Set a tentative budget.

Decide how expenses will be shared.

Shop together for wedding rings.

Determine the size of the guest list.

Plan reception and book an SPJST lodge hall in your area.

Select wedding consultant.

Select and book caterer.

Select and book photographer.

Select and book videographer.

Select and book entertainment.

Select and book transportation for wedding day.

Compile names and addresses of your guests.

Decide on your color scheme.

Select wedding attendants, yours and his.

Determine sizes for all attendants.

Choose your dress and headpiece.

Schedule fittings and delivery date.

Choose bridesmaids' dresses and accessories.

Start planning for your honeymoon.

Discuss where you will live after the wedding.

Choose music and musicians/soloists for the ceremony and reception.

Six to Nine Months Before • • • •

Announce your engagement in the newspaper.

Register your preferences at the bridal registries of your choice.

Select florist and/or balloonist and discuss color schemes.

Begin shopping for men's wedding attire.

Four to Six Months Before • • • • • • • • •

Order invitations and other related stationery.

Complete your guest list.

Help mothers coordinate and select their dresses.

Ensure that all bridal attire has been ordered.

Begin shopping for trousseau.

Check blood test and marriage license requirements.

Experiment with hair style and cut.

Select baker and order wedding cake, groom's cake, and mints.

Order favors.

Planning Brings it All Together!

One Week Before • •

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Two to Three Months Before • • • • • • • • • • • •

Choose the men's wedding attire and reserve the right sizes, Start addressing invitations and announcements.

Purchase accessories such as toasting goblets, ring pillow, garter, candles, etc.

Confirm all details with your hired professionals.

Confirm ceremony details with your officiant.

Arrange rehearsal details.

Plan rehearsal dinner.

Plan attendants' parties.

Choose responsible person to attend your guest book.

Make appointment with your hairdresser.

Arrange accommodations for out-of-town attendants and guests.

Finalize honeymoon plans.

One Month Before • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Finish addressing invitations and mail them four weeks before the wedding.

Get blood test and marriage license.

Have your final dress fitting.

Have formal bridal portrait done.

Have final fitting for wedding attendants.

Purchase gifts for wedding participants.

Purchase gift for fiance.

Complete shopping for your trousseau.

Have attendants' parties.

Purchase going-away outfit.

Ensure that your accessories are in order — toasting goblets, garter, candles, ring pillow, etc.

Finalize rehearsal dinner details.

Make a calender of events for your wedding day.

Draw a map to direct guests to the ceremony and reception sites if necessary.

Place beverage orders.

Two Weeks Before • • • • • •

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Finish addressing announcements to be mailed on your wedding day.

Contact guests who have not responded.

Pick up the wedding rings and make sure they fit properly and that engraved inscriptions are correct.

Meet with your photographer and give him/her a list of special pictures you want taken.

Meet with videographer and give him/her a list of special events or people you want in the videotape.

Meet with the entertainer and give him/her a list of the music to be played during special events such as bouquet tossing, garter tossing, dollar dance, etc.

Continue writing thank you notes for gifts received.

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Provide the caterer with the total guest count and confirm all details.

Provide your wedding party and out-of-town guests with timetables and maps if necessary for the rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception.

Review details on last minute arrangements and timetables with all service companies.

Plan seating arrangements, if used.

Confirm all honeymoon reservations and accommodations, pick up tickets and travelers checks.

Discuss the details of the reception with your host and hostess.

Assign tasks to be done on the wedding day to your wedding party.

Practice applying makeup and styling your hair and determine the amount of time needed to do this on your wedding day.

Make sure you have your marriage license.

Pick up wedding attire and make sure everything fits properly.

Keep writing thank you notes for gifts received.

Pack your suitcase for your honeymoon.

Rehearse wedding ceremony with all participants in attendance.

Attend rehearsal dinner.

Give the best man the officiator's fee and instruct him to deliver it on the day of the wedding.

Get a good night's sleep the night before your wedding day.

On the Wedding Day • • • • • •

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Remain calm and try to relax.

Don't forget to bring the wedding rings and your marriage license.

Check with florist to ensure that floWers will be delivered on time.

Apply makeup and style your hair slowly.

Start dressing one and one-half hours before the ceremony.

If pictures will be taken before the ceremony, the entire wedding party should be dressed and ready about two hours before the ceremony.

Mail the wedding announcements.

Have music start 20 minutes before the ceremony begins, Have guests seated as they arrive.

Groom's parents should be seated five minutes before the ceremony begins.

The bride's mother should be seated immediately before the processional, before the aisle runner is rolled cut.

After the Wedding • •

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Write and mail thank you notes.

Take care of business and legal affairs (change name if necessary on records and legal documents) as soon as possible.

Contact your local SPJST sales representative to discuss the wide range of traditional whole life and term insurance products that are available to you.

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