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Changing to meet the needs of fraternalists.

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

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

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

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VOLUME 87 NUMBER 28

July 21,1999

Congratulations to our June 1999 SPJST Top Producers

Thanks to these and all of our active sales representatives for their part in building an even stronger SPJST. Keep up the good work.

KAREL MATEJKA Lodge 40 El CampoHillje

VICTOR JANAK, SR. Lodge 88 Houston Top Insurance Written

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DOROTHY RACKEL Lodge 13 Dime Box

ALBIN MACHU Lodge 29 Taylor

JOHN W. TROY Lodge 87 Temple

ROBERT DOBECKA Lodge 6 Cottonwood

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LARRY MATULA Lodge 66 Waco

MARTHA BROZ, FIC Lodge 160 San Angelo

VICTOR JANAK, SR. Lodge 88 Houston

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KAREL MATEJKA Lodge 40 El CampoHillje

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2IVESTNIK-Wednesday, July 21, 1999

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

New Business Up in First Half

SPJST Herald VESTNIK (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the fourth week of June and fourth week of August by VESTNIK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $20 per year, beginning July 1, for non-members. Members' fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by the Supreme Lodge SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

EDITOR: BRIAN VANICEK P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100 Home: 13851 St. Hwy. 53, Temple, TX 76501-3407 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com

OFFICERS HOWARD LESHIKAR PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 771-1359

LEONARD MIKESKA VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 778-3720

LANITA ANGLIN SECRETARY-TREASURER Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-2334

JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 773-2950

SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (254) 778-5228 P.O. Box 5119 Temple, Texas 76505

DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I Home Phone: (409) 272-3265 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878

FRANK KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II Home Phone: (254) 773-4801 3514 Preston Oaks Dr., Temple, TX 76504

JOHNNIE KRIZAN DISTRICT III Home Phone: (254) 826-5882 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, TX 76691

STANLEY BROZ DISTRICT IV Home Phone: (915) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855

LOUIS HANUS DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 686-6160 4006 Ascot Ln., Houston, TX 77092

MATT S. VANEK DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (512) 578-2687 1009 North ate Victoria, TX77904

BOB BAYER DISTRICT VII Home Phone: (830) 216-7954 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - FLOYD KOSTELKA, ROUTE ONE, BOX 24-A, DIME BOX, TX 77853 - (409) 8840112 DISTRICT II - LAVERNE CABLA, 10612 OSCAR SCHOOL ROAD, TEMPLE, TX 76501 - (254) 9852354 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, V. CHMN., 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 8263557 DISTRICT IV - SHARON WAGGONER, 222 CRESTWOOD DRIVE, SAN ANGELO, TX 76903 - (915) 651-5884 DISTRICT V - LORENDA BALDWIN, 219 CR 47, ANGLETON, TX 77515 - (409) 922-1279 DISTRICT VI - HELEN KELNER, 911 AVE. K, ROSENBERG, TX 77471 - (281) 342-2624 DISTRICT VII - JAROLYN POPP, 850 NORTH VIEW. NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130 - (210) 6207025 BY-LAW COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - CLARENCE MATULA, BOX 533, 140 W. FANNING, LA GRANGE, TX 78945 - (409) 968-5987 DISTRICT II - RONNIE RIEGER, V. CHMN. 350 RIEGER ROAD, COUPLAND, TX 78615 - (512) 365-2000 DISTRICT III - KAY LYNN KOVAR, 3303 LAKE BARDWELL DRIVE, ENNIS, TX 75119 - (214) 875-5498 DISTRICT IV - BEVERLY TEPLICEK, SCTY., 817 FM 381, ROWENA, TX 76875 - (915) 442-4841 DISTRICT V - DOROTHY PFLUGHAUPT, 1243 CLOVIS RD, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 864-2163

DISTRICT VI - MICHAEL AHLSTROM, CHAIRMAN, 407 TAOS STREET, VICTORIA, TX 77904 (512) 578-3279 DISTRICT VII - BETTIE HOUSE, 1721 CONTINENTAL DRIVE, PLEASANTON, TX 78064 (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - ERNEST WENTRCEK, 1530 BENNETT, BRYAN, TX 77802 - (409) 822-6397 DISTRICT II - FRANK PAJESTKA, JR., P.O. BOX 381, HOLLAND, TX 76534 - (817) 657-8176 DISTRICT III - MICHAEL GALLER, 526 KAREN, WACO, TX 76706 - (254) 662-4934 DISTRICT IV - HERMAN D. WEISE, CHMN. 6006 FM HWY. 765, SAN ANGELO, TX 76905 (915) 651-8550 DISTRICT V - JERRY PROCHAZKA, V. CHMN., 20507 RAMSEY ROAD, BOX 634, CROSBY, TX 77532 - (713) 328-3004 DISTRICT VI - RITA VANEK, SCTY., P.O. BOX 901, EL CAMPO, TX 77437 - (409) 543-6220 DISTRICT VII - MONTA FOSTER, 4 BOB WHITE, SAN MARCOS, TX - 78666 - (512) 3532948; (H); (512) 293-5624 (Ranch) INSURANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, SCTY. ROUTE 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - ALBIN MACHU, V. CHMN., 2204 SMITH AVE., TAYLOR, TX 76574 - (512) 365-5489 DISTRICT III - BEN JARMA, 9512 LEASIDE DR., DALLAS, TX 75238 - (214) 348-1514 DISTRICT IV - LEONARD JANSA, CHMN., 6617 PLAINVIEW DRIVE. SAN ANGELO, TX - 76905 (915) 651-8045.

DISTRICT V - EDNA WEHRING, 1831 CRYSTAL CT, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 864-2815 DISTRICT VI - JEROME J. HLAVATY, BOX 174, LOLITA, TX 77971 - (512) 874-4461 DISTRICT VII - POLLY BAYER, ROUTE 4, BOX 166, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 - (210) 216-7954 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR BARBARA ROSENKRANZ, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: derose@stonemedia.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MELANIE ZAVODNY, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (254) 773-1575 DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, RT. 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 764 S. ST. JOSEPH STREET, BURLINGTON, TEXAS 76519 - (254) 985-2396 DISTRICT HI - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SANDRA JANSA, 6617 PLAINVIEW, SAN ANGELO, TX 76904 - (915) 651-8045 DISTRICT V - MARIE STAYTON, 1126 PRINCE STREET, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 836-1609 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 12939 WHITTINGTON, APT. NO. 706A, HOUSTON, TX 77077 (281) 679-5567 DISTRICT VII - LIZ BIELEFELD, ROUTE TWO, BOX 154-B, FLORESVILLE TX 78114 (830) 393-6037

The Buyer Must Be Motivated On a monthly basis, the Insurance Department offers its monthly report in the Vestnik, summarizing new business activity over the previous month and year-to-date. The same applies in this week's issue. Something you wouldn't know by just looking at the figures is that insurance written in the first six months of 1999 increased 29.7% over the same period in 1998. The number of applications is also up -from 602 through the end of the first six months of 1998 to 701 for the same period in 1999 -an increase of 16 percent.

The most significant production increases, by district, were recorded in District Five, which recorded nearly a three-fold increase in insurance written, from $1,989,500 in the first half of 1998, to $5,224,580 in 1999.

The increase in production in the first half reflects well on the SPJST's volunteer sales force. Effective sales reps know that people don't always buy life insurance just because they have a need for it. In addition to having the

need, they must often be motivated to make the purchase. The key figure in this motivational process is the local lodge sales representative. He or she is the marketer and is responsible for making all the rest of the SPJST life insurance machinery operate. A sincere thanks to all of you who are contributing to increased sales in 1999. Keep up the good work!

"A sincere thanks to all of you who are contributing to increased sales in 1999. Keep up the good work!"

There's no time like now it comes to purchasing life insurance or referring a friend or relative to to the same.

Along that same line, please note that the 1999 SPJST Membership Drive concludes July 31. Please see the back cover of this week's Vestnik on how to recommend a friend or family member for membership. A parallel membership drive aimed at building our SPJST youth clubs also concludes July 31. For details on the youth drive, please contact State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny at 1 (800) 727 - 7578.

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Sales Representatives Assistance Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1-800-72-SPJST After Office Hours and/or Weekends, call STATE FIELD MANAGER GENE McBRIDE, NO. 7 Frank James, MPR BELTON, TX 76513 - (254) 780-1906 DISTRICTS 1 and 2 Gene McBride (800) 727-7578 (254) 780-1906 DISTRICTS 3 and 4 Jerry Kucera (254) 826-5425 DISTRICTS 5 and 6 Jim Wiest (361) 782-5597 DISTRICT 7 Larry Wagner (830) 276-4414 or (830) 742-4463 (Home) Email: insagent@texas.net

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LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

SPJST State Youth Achievement Day in Temple!

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The SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through June 30, 1999 MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED

Dist

Apps.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9

7 24 25 8 32 24 3 5

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Issued

52,000.00 900,000.00 435,000.00 585,000.00 1,719,500.00 420,000.00 135,000.00 122,000.00

$ 30,000.00 430,000.00 1,087,500.00 330,000.00 544,500.00 360,000.00 180,000.00 35,000.00

$4,368,500.00

$2,997,000.00

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YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED

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$18,946,680.00 $27,506,580.00 Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Vice President

1,389,500.00 5,552,000.00 4,276,000.00 2,835,000.00 5,224,580.00 6,277,500.00 1,742,000.00 210,000.00

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862,500.00 4,397,000.00 3,203,500.00 1,690,000.00 3,143,180.00 4,562,500.00 995,000.00 93,000.00

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Lodge, District Event Planners, Please Note Post your major lodge events on the 1999 SPJST Calendar. Send your information to: Vestnik c/o SPJST Home Office, on or before August 27. If you have any questions, please call Brian or Katherine at 1 (800) 727-7578.

SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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

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27 INTEREST RATES

Planning to Attend,State Royalty and Youth Achievement Day? Here's Some Info on Accomodations Dear SPJST Members, The 1999 SPJST State Royalty Competition is Saturday, August 7 and State Youth Achievement Day is Sunday, August 8 at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple.

Hotel/motel information for the weekend is listed, and the hotels/motels are encouraging early reservations. Rooms are being reserved for SPJST until Wednesday, July 7 at Holiday Inn Express and until Saturday, July 17 at Comfort Suites, Hampton Inn and Ramada Inn. After these dates, these rooms will be available to the public.

I look forward to seeing you at State Royalty and State YAD. More information on the weekend will be published soon.

Fraternally yours, Melanie Zavodny State Youth Director -SPJST-

Comfort Suites

1415 North General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 770-0300 Rate: Double-$60 plus tax Reservation Deadline: Saturday, July 17, 1999 Rooms Reserved: Non-Smoking Double-108429, 108430, 108431,108432, 108433, 108434, 108435, 108436, 408769, 108770 King-108437, 108438, 108439, 108440,108443, 108452, 108453, 108454, 108455, 108456, 108457, 108459, 108460, 108461, 108462, 108465, 108466, 108467, 109072, 109073, 109074, 109075, 109076 King (Handicap)-108441, 108442 Smoking Double-108444, 108445, 108463, 108464 King-108446, 108447, 108448, 108451 King (Handicap)-108449, 108450

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

5.00% Annualized Effective 5-1-99 through 7-31-99 ANNUITY II

Hampton Inn 1414 SW HK Dodgen Loop (Loop 363) Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 778-6700

(Certificates Issued 4-1-93 and After)

6.00% Annualized Effective 5-1-99 through 7-31-99

Rate: Double-$58 plus tax Reservation Deadline: Saturday, July 17, 1999

ROTH IRA 6.00% Annualized Effective 5-1-99 through 7-31-99

Rooms Reserved: Double-24 rooms Confirmation No. 84735792

UNIVERSAL LIFE

Holiday Inn Express 1610 West Nugent Avenue

6.75% Annualized Effective 5-1-99 thr Hugh 7-31-99

Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 770-1100

Rate: Double-$65 plus tax Deadline: Reservation Wednesday, July 7, 1999 Rooms Reserved: Non-Smoking King-10 rooms Confirmation No. 62971271 Double-5 rooms Confirmation No. 62972850 Smoking King-10 rooms Confirmation No. 62972148 La Ouinta Inn 1604 West Barton Avenue Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 771-2980 Rate: Double-$51 plus tax Reservation Deadline: Saturday, July 17, 1999 Rooms Reserved: Non-Smoking-10 rooms Smoking-20 rooms Block No. 12177 Ramada Inn 802 North General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 778-4411 Rate: Double-$44 plus tax Reservation Deadline: Saturday, July 17, 1999 Call between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Rooms Reserved: Double-26 rooms Confirmation No. 5440

More Temple Hotels/Motels Best Western-Inn at Scott and White 2625 South 31st Street Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 778-5511 Days Inn 1104 North General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 774-9223 Fairfield Inn 1402 SW HK Dodgen Loop (Loop 363) Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 771-3030 Motel 6 1100 North General Bruce Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 778-0272 Stratford House Inns 1602 North General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 771-1495 Super 8 Motel 5505 South General Bruce Temple, Texas 76502 (254) 778-0962 -SPJST-

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, July 21, 1999

Czech pilgrimage an enlightening experience

by Elaine Gallagher Part II On to Provodov Knowing that many Ennis families have roots in Provodov, we decided to drive there and take a few pictures.

We met the mayor, Mr. Plasek, and after visiting with him, we asked him if he would be kind enough to open the church for us. Many of our grandparents were married there. Over the main alter is a painting that completely blew us away. It depicts the Virgin Mary as she prepares to nurse the Child Jesus. here for the first time, you really realize that Christ was God and man. Provodov is the only area where we encountered this kind of imagery. We also saw it in a small shrine in the center of the town and again — of all places — on the outskirts of Provodov on a large barn.

The next stop was the Holy farm.

One of Steavy's relatives continues to live and work on the old family homestead, so we spent some time here. We acted like real tourists — taking pictures of the tractor and hay stacks; however, what we really enjoyed was sitting outside and listening to stories about the old days. We also enjoyed Frank Koudelka's accordion music and singing along to the songs we knew.

Some- things never change over there and habits die hard. We take so much for granted in the United States; still, it was wonderful hearing about how our grandparents lived (but quietly whispering a word of thanks for the conveniences we have today.)

We talked the afternoon away as we sipped the family wine and Czech slivovice, a popular style of brandy. It is almost a given that when visiting, you will be offered slivovice. After a while, you get to where you can actually drink a glass it and survive.

Legend of the Lipa Tree At one point in our travels, we saw a large castle on a hill and decided to investigate. It was called Hrad Buchlov and we set out to explore.

Upon entering the courtyard of the castle, we saw a huge lipa tree. Our guide asked if we had ever heard the story about the lipa tree . . . It seems, in times past, that the king who lived in this castle was told that one of the men in the village was poaching game from his forest. Brought before the kind, the man denied the crime; however, several came forward to confront the poacher. Again, the man denied taking game from the forest and said that if the king would spare his life, he would prove his innocence. He pulled up a small lipa tree that was growing near and asked that it be planted roots up and branches in the ground. He said that in the spring the roots would sprout leaves, the branches would become roots and as God was his witness, this would prove his innocence.

The king and everyone present knew this was not possible, so the king said they would wait and see. Should the branches become roots and the roots sprout leaves in the spring, the man would be set free. They waited the cold winter and in the spring, sure enough, the roots did sprout leaves and the man was set free. That is why, to this day, the branches of the lipa tree are so entwined and the wood is soft. Steavy and I were fascinated by the story and the lipa tree that grows in the courtyard of Hrad Buchlov.

"What we really enjoyed was sitting outside and listening to stories about the old days."

Roznov Outdoor Museum We also visited the outdoor museum of Roznov not too far from our hosts' home. Roznov is a miniature Valassko. The original inhabitants were called Valasi. It was settled in the (Continued on page 5.)

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Lodge Letters Section

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that will be held on Sunday, July 18th.

The work day begins on Saturday, July 17th at 9 a.m. for peeling of potatoes and cleaning chickens. On Sunday, July 18th, work starts at 6 a.m. with all the cooking and getting things ready.

The meal will be served starting at 11:30 a.m. with games and auction starting by 1 p.m. Everyone was asked to please save plastic grocery bags and bring them for our plates to-go booth.

Everyone that was asked to bring items should have them to the hall by 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 17th or soon thereafter if possible, especially those bringing potatoes. Canned goods and desserts can be brought in later on Saturday or early Sunday morning.

Auction items will start to come in by Saturday all day, if not before, and auction workers will be busy getting those times numbered and taken care of.

Everyone pretty much knows their duties after all these years and new helpers are learning to pitch right in so we all look forward to working with each other a lot on these two days.

Brother Al Soukup, President, mentioned that he has attended the WestFest meeting on things to do. One item was for entrants to "spruce up" their booths, which he mentioned that ours is already in pretty good shape. It was mentioned also that no boxes were to accumulate behind booths. Make sure you have enough food. Brother Soukup also mentioned that WestFest is 25 years old. If at all possible, all workers are to be in Czech dress.

Some new business on our agenda was a motion to make a donation to the Coy Shier benefit. It will be handled by the donations committee, which most were absent at this meeting. It was said that the entire Shier family were members of our lodge.

Lodge 6,Cottonvvood presents summary of July meeting Hi! President Brother Al Soukup called our meeting to order on Friday, July 2. The youth club led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers was had with four being absent.

We all missed Vice President Brother B.J. Hlavaty Treasurer Sister Peggy Dobecka Financial Secretary Brother George Straten and Fraternal Activities Coordinator, Sister Nelda Hlavaty. All of those absent, with the exception of Peggy, were enjoying a trip to Alaska.

Hope you guys had a great trip!

Flag Bearer Sister Georgie Soukup gave her report of 23 members and three guests present at our meeting.

Welcome to our guests, Evelyn Muehlstein, Irene Petterson and Dorothy Dvorsky. We all look forward to them being with us again soon.

The reading of the minutes from our last meeting was read by Secretary, Sister Barbara Hykel. They were approved as read. Due to the absence of some officers, the treasury report was not given, nor was there a youth report at this time.

Our Sunshine Committee Sister Hattie Kaska gave her report. She reported sending get well cards to Coy Shier, Willie Skerik, Robert Lenart and Raymond Marek. Hope all of you are feeling much better by now. Sympathy cards were sent to Brother Ernest and Sister Evelyn Bezdek, upon the loss of Evelyn's brother, Woodrow Girard.

Our deepest sympathy to you both.

Annual Picnic It was reported that everyone's help will be needed for our upcoming picnic

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Wednesday, July 21, 1999—VESTNiK/5 Brother Jerry Kucera, District Three Sales Representative, spoke to us briefly, thanking Sister Stella Perez for her nice write-up in last week's Vestnik.

He also thanked all that were at District Three YAD and those that worked hard before and during the day on June 27th. He said that Sisters Peggy and Lydia Dobecka do a great job and that we have a talented bunch of kids—our leaders of the future.

Brother Jerry also spoke briefly regarding insurance, mentioning that we had about 30 applications to go from July till early December. He mentioned that the incentive awards have changed on ruling and applications have to be written and issued by December 31st. He also mentioned that new plans of insurance were coming up by the end of summer perhaps and we would hear about them once they were marketed.

Those in attendance with a July birthday were Brother Robert Dobecka on July 19th and one of our guests, Evelyn Muehlstein on July 4th. A happy birthday to these two and to all with a birthday this month.

There were several new members which I did not get all the names, but the lodge welcomes all of you and invites you to come to our meetings.

Some were already at this meeting. A welcome was extended to new members and their spouses, Milton and Irene Petterson, John and Evelyn Muehlstein and Vicki Moore.

Door prizes were drawn with the $5 door prize winner being Brother Alvin Pavlas. Congratulations, Alvin! The progressive door prize was Eule Mae Hanzlicek and she was not present.

Various other door prizes were exchanged among those present.

Next Meeting August 6 Our meeting was then adjourned until August 6th at 6:30 p.m. with the Trustee's meeting at 7:30 p.m. This is a Friday meeting also. A meal will be served before our meetings.

Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis

reports on July meeting Our July meeting called to order by President Linda Trojacek. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Johnnie Krajca. A moment of silence was observed for Frank Laznovsky of Lodge 135.

Secretary Patricia Fowler read the minutes of the June meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Cathy Krajca gave her report. Financial Secretary Kay Lynn Kovar gave her report and also announced new members Richard K. Stagner, Christopher Moucka, Jr., Bobby G. Ford and Phyllise Ford.

Youth Leader Sandra Slovak reported that the youth will be heading to Camp Val Verde on July 20 through 26.

Also she was proud of the youth that were able to go to YAD on June 27 in Cottonwood. The youth were at the meeting and brought all their entries for display for us to see.. We are so proud of the youth for what they achieved at

Lodge 25, Ennis Honors "Everyday Heroes"

In conjunction with the July meeting, Lodge 25, Ennis expressed appreciation to its dedicated members, acknowledging them as "Everyday Heroes" for 1998. Pictured above, from left, front, are: Margaret Krajca, Kay Kovar, Pat Fowler and Martha Mach. BACK: Johnnie I. Krajca, Linda Trojacek, Randy Trojacek, Sandra Slovak, Jim Holahan, Cathy Krajca and Van Fowler. Not present at awards ceremony were Joe B. Macalik, Victor Trojacek, Ernest Haskovec and Mary Krajca.

Also during the July meeting, Patsy Zajic, right, accepts her 50year SPJST membership pin presented to her by Linda Trojacek.

YAD. The next youth meeting will be on July 18 at 2 p.m. to discuss camping at Val Verde. Guests at the meeting were Tiffany Tibbs of Ennis and Laura and Raychel Krajca of Houston.

The bar report and polka festival reports were given by President Linda Trojacek. The theme for the polka festival in 2000 will be "Czeching out the 20th Century".

All correspondence was read and discussed.

Fraternal Activities Coordinatoi Margaret Krajca and President Linda Trojacek presented the 1998 Everyday Hero awards. These awards are based on regular attendance at lodge meetings and participation in lodge events.

Our special honoree, 50-year member Patsy Zajic was at the meeting and she was presented her pin by President Linda Trojacek. Congratulations to Patsy.

After the meeting, we all enjoyed refreshments that were brought and served by the youth club. Our next meeting will be on August 12th at 8 p.m.

Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 29, Taylor

spaghetti supper set for August 1 SPJST Lodge 29 held its monthly meeting on Sunday, July 11 with President Ronnie Rieger presiding.

The members stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Loretta Tate read the min-

utes and gave the treasurer's report.

Roll call of officers showed all present except reporter Elaine Machu and Youth Leader Carol Tallas. Deceased members were Charles Hurta and Lydia Jansen. Michael Kaiser gave the property committee report. Rosemary Stabeno gave the report on the spaghetti dinner to be held on August 1 serving from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free dance downstairs in the afternoon by Praha Brothers from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

New members in the lodge for June are Gary Lee Laurence, Dawn Renee Laurence, Christopher Shea Laurence, Monica Ann Stojanik-Neal, Steve Wayne Pustejovsky, Sr., Rosalie L. Kohutek, Brandon Kyle Johnson, Sandra Leigh Ewald, Earl Wyatt Ewald, Mary Ann Stauffer and Stephen Pustejovsky, Jr. For July, new members are Debra Ann Zientek, Raymond McBride, Viola Clay, Larry Wade Flippin, Sr., Adam Wade Mehevec and Justene Walton.

Square Dance Lessons August 15 C. J. Wilde discussed the Square Dance Lessons on August 26 from 8 to 10 p.m. The next meeting will be held August 15 with the meal at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting. The meeting adjourned.

Fraternally, Elaine Machu, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 66, Waco readies for July 18 Meeting and rally Waco Lodge 66 will have its regular meting on July 18at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall in Em Mott.

In addition, a membership rally with Home Office representatives will be held. A fun and educational experience is awaiting those who attend. The afternoon is entitled "The Power and the Promise." Members are encouraged to bring a guest.

Desserts and drinks will be provided. Members are asked to bring sandwiches.

Please make plans to join to see what fraternalism means.

Fraternally, Dorothy Gerlich Entertainment Committee —SPJST--

Lodge 84, Dallas Teen Club invites you to attend spaghetti dinner Dear Readers, Extra! Extra! Extra!

The Term Club of Lodge 84, Dallas will be serving a spaghetti dinner with all the trimmings on Wednesday, August 4, 1999 at 7 p.m. Bingo with special donated prizes will follow the dinner. Come on out with an empty stomach and enjoy your evening with us!

Fraternally, Lynda Novak Bessie Petr Lodge 84, Teen Leaders —SPJST-

Lodge 84,

Dallas Princess Ball set for August 21 Dear Readers, Lodge 84, Annual Princess Ball will be held on Saturday, August 21, 1999.

This year's King and Queen will mark the close of the century with bright new beginnings of the millennium.

Your support is greatly needed to help fund the youths' activities before entering the new century. Music will be by the Jodie Mikula Band from 8:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m.

The .youth Will be .selling advance dance tickets for . $5.50 each. At the door that evening, dance tickets will be $6 each. We will also have many prizes that will be awarded in a prize drawing that night, so come enjoy good music, dancing and fellowship at Lodge 84 on August 21st.

Fraternally, Bessie Petr, Lynda Novak Teen Youth Leaders —SPJST-

If it's been a while since you bought life insurance,

you may be in for apleasant surprise!

Give your local lodge sales representative a call.

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, July 21, 1999

Lodge 87, Temple reports on June meeting SPJST Lodge 87 held its last meeting on Tuesday, June 8, 1999. The men of the lodge expressed their appreciation for the meal prepared in honor of Father's Day before the meeting was called to order. After the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for our departed members, the minutes for our May meeting were read and approved, as was Treasurer Daryl Entrop's financial report.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Thelma Groppell announced our lone June birthday and we wished Philip Troy all the best, even though he was not able to be present. She again reminded us to attend the Home Office Flay Day Celebration on June 14.

Brother Sid Kacir announced an upcoming meeting of an organization relevant to SPJST members. The July 10 gathering of the Czech Education Foundation where they are hoping to raise money for a Czech scholarship at Texas A&M. Lad Zatopek again-gave an update on the state of our plumbing repairs.

We are thinking of raising extra money by establishing a pool to guess when they will actually be completed! In a further review of old business, we reminded everyone to donate their age in pennies to the scholarship jar and discussed other creative way to support the SPJST 100 Pennies Drive.

Our next meeting is July 13. We will have watermelon and whatever other snacks each family supplies.

Respectfully submitted, Lauren B. Kacir —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston

posts donation A contribution of $20 has been made to the Memorial Fund of Lodge 88 in memory of A.V. Roznovsky by family.

Fraternally, Naomi K. Spencer —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston

reports on lodge, member activities Dear Members and Friends, We had a wonderful Fourth of July.

Hope you did, too. We had the traditional meal of barbecue ribs, potato salad and baked beans.

I am sure you have heard by now that our President, Clara Broz, has been in the hospital with a blood clot in her heart. She had to have stint put in her heart. It sure was good to see her at the Platinum Awards party, which was a games party, on Sunday the 11th. It was a wonderful party. Everyone played the Game of their choice. There was 42 and straight dominoes, bridge, poker and bingo. Refreshments of hot dogs, chips, lemonade, watermelon and cookies were served. A wonderful time was had by all.

Our lodge meeting on Monday night

was fine one, presided over by First Vice President Marie Stayton, who chaired the meeting for President Clara 13roz. Clara was there, but didn't hold the meeting.

Our birthdays for July are Naomi Spencer, Fred Schneider, Calvin Orsag, Ashley Moncrief, Curtis Lentz, Mathew Lentz, Cynthia Beck, Chris Oakley, Evelyn Mikeska, Jim Wiest, Clara Broz, Lowrina Lindemann, Ann Lacina, Carolyn Dunlavy, McKana Fisher, Gladys Havemann, Tom Haney, Charles Veit, Amanda Havemann, JoAnn Dunlavy, Katherine Parrot, Kelsie Huble, Louise Kadlecek, Sydney Jurchak, Karl Pflughaupt, Joseph Stayton and Henry Holeman. We wish you all a happy birthday. Anniversaries were celebrated by Ruth and Bob Martinak, E.J. and Jeanette Bender, Leander and Josephine Pflughaupt. Our drinks were furnished by the anniversary celebrants. Thanks to you all and may you have many more happy anniversaries.

Door prizes of $5 each were won by Donald Havemann, Margie Convington, Kathy Trefell, Donna Merkle and Royal Warnasch. Other door prizes donated by the Home Office were won by Edward Lorenz, Fred Bun, Josephine Koeppen, Laurie Pflughaupt, D.J. Motal and Ben Hogan.

Georgia and Gene Barcak went to Baltimore, Maryland to visit their son, Ronnie and his family. They spent four days there and toured the National Aquarium in Baltimore. In Washington, D.C., they toured the Arlington Cemetery, the Lincoln Memorial and the Capital. They also toured the Hershey candy factory in Hershey, Pennsylvania, which was wonderful. We can't leave out Donald Trump's casinos, where they spent most of their time and money. All in all, they had a wonderful time, especially visiting their children.

Era Richards just returned from a vacation to Washington State for 10 days and Hawaii for two weeks. She visited friends in Oahu, visited Diamond Head, had picnics on the beach and had a wonderful time. She returned home in time to welcome her great-great granddaughter, Valyn Alyse.

She was born on June 25 and is the daughter of proud parents, Brandi and Sherman Brown. That is five generations. Congratulations to Era. Josephine and Leander Pfluhaughpt, Ruth and Bob Martinak, Bernice and Alvin Hollis, Gladys Havemann and Earline Hoffman just returned from a seven day cruise to Alaska. The Vrazel's Polka Band was along, too, and played several times during the cruise.

They flew to Seattle, Washington on June 28th and went by bus to Vancouver, where they boarded the Norwegian Wind. Their first stop was Juneau, where they visited the Mendenhall Glacier, a salmon hatchery and went on the Mount Roberts Tramway. Some flew to and landed on a glacier. The next stop was Skagway where they took the White Pass Railroad to Fraser, British Columbia and a narrated tour down the Klondike Highway. They went panning for gold, then on to Haines through the Chilkat Valley. Then it was to Ketchikan where they toured the town and saw lots of totem poles and a salmon cannery. They arrived home on July 5th. There were about 300 polka fans on board the ship.

A wonderful time was had by all.

I was not told that at the same awards ceremony that Alice Bily was given a plaque, Rose and Victor Mikeska, Bill and Norma Petrzelka and Elsie Lang were also given a plaque at Sokol for all the work they have done.

Sony about that.

Our youth are going to the Schlitterbahn Water Park, New Braunfels, Texas on July 28th with money they earned at silent auctions and car washes, among other money making events. They should have a great time. They are also going to youth camp this summer.

Helen and King Hegwood and their son and daughter in-law, Vincent and Kim Hegwood, went to Bossier City, Louisiana on a gambling spree. They won trips from the Home Office for being in the top 20 in earned premiums

at SPJST. Also those who won trips were Victor and Evelyn Janak and Mildred Holeman and her friend.

Lodge 88 had a good representation.

Ask King how much he won, but don't let on I told you anything.

Don't forget, August 22nd is the Blue Room party with dinner and dancing to Knights of Dixie, ballroom and variety. There will be an open bar.

Tickets are $12.50 each. The menu for dinner really sounds great. Make your reservations now.

Have you noticed our new tile flooring around the edges of the ballroom?

It really looks nice.

You can be robbed of what you have, but not of what you are.

Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Vice President —SPJST-

92, Fort Worth Member Conner Prochaska Visits Japan Lodge

Conner Prochaska, 14 year old grandson Frank and Josephine Prochaska, Lodge 92, returned last week from a two week stay in Japan.

Conner was selected to serve as a youth ambassador for the city of Fort Worth. He was part of a 13 member delegation of boys and girls, ages 14 18, who were chosen to take the trip.

To qualify for the exchange program, Conner had to submit an essay, good report cards, high citizenship marks, and teacher references and pass a personal interview by a panel of judges.

The delegation flew from Dallas Fort Worth to Tokyo and then took a six hour bus ride to the Fort Worth Sister City of Nagaoka, Japan. After a reception with the mayor of the city, Conner was met by his host family. Conner's host family had eight and twelve year old sons and a 14 year old daughter who spoke limited English. During most days, Conner would tour museums, schools and other cultural points of interest with the other Texas youth.

On three days, Conner attended junior high school with his host sister.

The five foot, five inch tall red-headed Texan was overwhelmed with the welcome and the attention he received at the schools. Students literally took the shirts off their backs and signed them with friendly greetings and insisted that he take their gifts. Conner said that every move he made was observed and appreciat-

of Attention Center

Conner Prochaska, center, of Lodge 92, Fort Worth, recently returned from a twoweek stay in Japan, serving as a youth ambassador for the city of Fort Worth. Of his trip, Connor says that every move he made was observed and appreciated.

Even when he put on his sunglasses, he says, the children would applaud and cheer.

ed. When he put on his sunglasses, the children around him would applaud and cheer.

Conner was imp:essed with the respect that the Japanese children have for their schools. Every morning the classes are divided in two and half the class cleans the classroom and the other half cleans the bathrooms. There are no janitors.

All children in Japan are required to take English. Conner was asked to speak in one of the English classes and spoke for two hours about politics and current affairs.

The Japanese students have a real love for basketball and Conner enjoyed shooting hoops with them as well as playing baseball, volleyball, tennis and ping-pong. The students taught him the Japanese sport of kindu and presented him with a kindu stick to take home.

Fortunately, Conner is an adventuresome eater. He ate fish and rice at almost every meal with his host family—even for breakfast. Some of the other Japanese dishes he experienced were ox tongue, minnows and raw squid. Although Conner did not want for food while in Nagaoka, Japan, he was a typical American teenager ready for a burger and a big Dr. Pepper when he returned to Texas.

Submitted by, Jo Prochaska —SPJST-

Wednesday, July 21, 1999--VESTNIK/7

Lodge 135, Ennis pays tribute to Frank Laznovsky Brother Frank A. Laznovsky, longtime members of SPJST Lodge 135, Volna Cechie, in Ennis, held the position of treasurer for 51 years. He passed away on the 7th of July.

Services were held on Saturday, the 10th of July at the J.E. Keever Mortuary, with the Reverend Johnny Mansell officiating. Brother Robert (Bob) Podhrasky, First Vice President of the Southern District, American Sokol, presented the eulogy.

Pallbearers were Brother Jerry Wester, Brother Jerry Chudej, Brother Stuart Hamilton, Brother Bill Hejny, Brother David Nesuda, Brother Jerry Milan and Greg Laznovsky.

In Loving Memory The following eulogy was presented

by Brother Podhrasky: We gather today to pay our respects to Frank Laznovsky, husband, father, grandfather, friend, community leader.

As we mourn the loss of a great friend and offer comfort to those close to him, let us take some time to celebrate the life of an outstanding person.

Frank Anton Laznovsky was born September 22, 1908 in Hnidousy, Bohemia, son of Vaclav and Antonie Zika Laznovsky. His family traveled to the United States on the ship, the Frankfurt and landed in Galveston in 1911: The trip provided him with is earliest memories, that of his many trips to the deck with his father to hear the boat whistle. Joined by his grandparents and several aunts and uncles the extended family made the United States their new home. After, a year in Wagoner, Oklahoma and a year in Bremond, Texas, the family moved to the predominately Czech community of Telico just east of Ennis and later settled in the nearby community of Creechville. Frank attended the Telico and Village Creek Schools. He repeated the seventh grade twice as that was the highest grade taught and he was too young to quit school. Frank was an active young man remembering fondly the group activities of harvesting hay and butchering meat. Early life on the farm included an infrequent seven mile horse and buggy ride into town, sometimes with a quarter to spend and a movie to see. Frank was an athlete, playing baseball and basketball at school as well as being a Sokol gymnast. Would you believe that Frank along with his friends, took apart a buggy and reassembled it on top of a house as a Halloween prank? Of the many things he learned as a child, the challenges of a new life in a new country taught him a most important lesson—that hard work and determination were the keys to success.

Frank's future bride, Mary Trojacek, grew up on farm nearby. On November 5, 1932, they traveled to Durant, Oklahoma to be married.

They lived on the Laznovsky farm for two years and then they rented a house and land in the Ensign community before purchasing their farm in the Oak Grove community, just south of Ennis.

Frank lived and farmed there for his remaining 61 years. They were fortunate, soon after they were married, when Mary won $50 at the movie the-

ater, enough to purchase a team of mules and then they qualified for a special government loan to buy their farm for $80 per acre. The rest was hard work.

Frank was always an active person and a community leader. He served as trustee for Central High School and was a 4-H Club sponsor for several years. He was a director of the Ennis Co-op Gin and served as a Director of the Ellis County Farm Bureau for ten years.

Frank's Czech heritage was important to him. Throughout his life he served as a leader in the local Czech community. Frank was an active member of Sokol Karel Havlicek Borovsky for 64 years, where he held several offices and served as hall manager for many of those years. He served as treasurer of SPJST Lodge 135 for 51 years and was a member of WFLA Lodge 402 for more than 50 years. He served as treasurer of RVOS Lodge 135 for f35 years and was Vice President of Sokol. Southern District for one year. Frank also served as director, representing District Three, on the first board of the SPJST rest home.

As one might imagine he attended many meetings and social gatherings.

He was able to do this since in the Czech community, most such activities were family affairs and he usually had his wife and children participating by his side.

Frank was a family man. Although he was a busy man, he always had time for his family. Picnics and fishing trips were common family outings. He participated in school activities with the children whenever possible. He was never satisfied to just to drop them off at an even. He would stay to participate with them. He enjoyed farming and 4-H with his son and often traveled to Sokol Slets and fraternal activities with his son and daughter. He taught his children the Czech language and learned the English language with them. He had the special privilege of living near his children all of his life.

He had the pleasure of watching his granddaughters, who he cherished, grow to adulthood. Frank had many fine qualities. He was proud of his Czech heritage, but was even more proud to be a citizen of the United States. Frank was everyone's friend.

He always had a smile on his face and a positive attitude. Some called him Mr. Frank, some called him grandpa.

He would always stop what he was doing, smile and offer a warm greeting when he saw you. He was a person whose generosity and good deeds not only helped others, but also set an example to his children and friends— to get involved, to take responsibility and to make a difference.

Frank, preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary, and his brother, Wesley, left this world this world peacefully on the afternoon of July 7, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Sylvia, son Larry, daughter in-law, Lillian and granddaughters, Lisa and Lori, who unfortunately are away in Sweden attending an international Gymnaestrada event. Anyone who knew Frank will believe that he is in heaven looking down with a smile on his face, saying to them, "Don't worry about me, you are dong great things; represent us well."

I have known Brother Frank as a

family friend and a fellow Sokol for my whole life. I consider it an honor to represent his Sokol family, as an officer of the Southern District, to offer the deepest sympathy to Sylvia, Larry and all of those close to him. And to Brother Frank, I wish to offer one last Sokol salute — Nazdar!

Respectfully submitted, Sylvia J. Laznovsky —SPJST-

Rest Home No, 2, Needville reports on activities

S.P.J.S.T

Ivy Hartlage is the new resident to join the SPJST Rest Home Number Two in Needville, Texas in June.

We regret the death of Evelyn Hill.

She will be missed by our staff and residents.

Rest Home Activities Every Monday morning, Olie.

Eixmann, Ruby Lee Oberhoff, La Vern Tielke, Ervin Kroll, Willie Mae Tielke, Viola Fuchs, Helen Whitten, Edgar Wendt, Clara Narramore, Charles Euton, Mildred Novak, Lauraine Ognoskie, Albert Ognoskie, Marcie Kroll and John McCormick came to have a sing-a-long.

Every Tuesday morning, Frank Ramos comes to have Bible study.

Then, in the afternoon, Toni Kramer, Viola Kutej and Edna Maldonado came to lead bingo.

On Wednesday mornings, different churches came to have services for the residents.

Father Ramsey, Milton Lengendre and Dorothy Bernshausen came to deliver mass on Thursday mornings.

In the afternoon, the Immanuel, Presbyterian, Catholic, Assembly of God and Damon Baptist Ladies taught crafts.

On Tuesday afternoon, June 1, Larry Ognoskie, George Lolley and Fritz Koehne provided singing for the residents. Then, on Thursday afternoon, June 10, the Immanuel Music Camp provided the singing. The Presbyterian Ladies also came and served ice cream floats to the residents, who really enjoyed them.

On Thursday afternoon, June 17, Garland Hurtye and Mary Goffinett with the Fort Bend Humane Society brought pets for pet therapy for the residents.

On Friday morning, June 18, Nora Mesecke, Olivia Tielke, Flossie Schimara and Juanita Buckalew enjoyed going to the Senior Citizens lunch at the Immanuel United Church of Christ.

On Monday afternoon, June 21, Ed Pisklak provided music on the accordion.

June Birthday Party A birthday party was held on Friday afternoon, June 25 which included Louis Vacek entertaining on the piano and accordion. A Flower and Gift Shop provided corsages. The United Church of Christ Guild provided the cakes. Cake, ice cream, punch and coffee was served to all. Birthday celebants in the month of June were residents Alice Kulak, Abe Hardin, Lena

Reunions Hnatek-Wojtek Family The Hnatek-Wojtek family will meet the 25th of July at the Vestine Church Recreation Hall. Please bring a covered dish and a small prize to be given to the oldest, youngest and to the family that came from the farthest distance.

Submitted by, Tony Jame

Miculka Family The 46th annual Miculka family reunion will be held on Sunday, July 25, 1999 at 10 a.m. at the Moulton American Legion Hall. Registration, meeting and auction at 12 p.m. Lunch will be at 1 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and your favorite dessert.

Coffee, tea, paper goods and silverware will be provided. and some items for the auction. See you at the Moulton American Legion Hall.

Thank you Agnes Miculka Reinhard

Shenkir Family Descendants of John and Frances Dusek Shenkir will have their reunion on Saturday, July 31 at the Seaton Community Center, Seaton, Texas.

For more information, call Franklin Shenkir (409) 764-8671.

Krc, Regmund, Kosarek, Brandesky Families All families and friends are invited to the Krc, Regmund, Kosarek and Brandesky reunion on Saturday, August 14, 1999 from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The reunion will be held at the Moravian Hall on Kostoryhz Road in Corpus Christi, Texas along with a dinner and a dance. For more information please call Annie Krc Regmund at (409) 779-0915 or write her at 414 Tee Drive, Bryan, Texas, 77801.

Respectfully, Thomas R. Regmund —SPJST-

Upcoming

Reunions August 15

Descendants of Josef and Anastasia Darilek - at the American Legion Hall in Moulton, Texas. Contact Leroy Wagner at (361) 236-5882 for information.

August 15 Petr family - at K.J.T. Lodge in Ennis, Texas. Call for reservations: Emil Petr (214) 826-3557, Georgie Brozek (214) 339-0409 or Libbie Pavelka (972) 875-3715.

September 12

Family and friends of John and Helen Zalobny Trcalek of the New Tabor Community - at the Cooks Point Community Center east of Caldwell. For more information, call Georgia Sefcik Fritsche (409) 778-7052.

—SPJST-

Jones, Mary Wright, Annie Trapp and Daisy Parchmont.

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

Barbara Svatek S.A.D. —SPJST-

8/ViSTNIK—Wednesday, July 21 1999

Czech Pilgrimage (Continued from page 4.) early 13th century near Mr. Radhost, Mount Cerna and Bacov hill.

Originally, the shepherds in this area lived in wooden houses. Later, when they became dissatisfied with their homes, they replaced them with stone buildings. The old homes and other buildings were moved to a central location and thus the Wallachian Outdoor Museum began.

We saw the grist mill and walked through wooden buildings filled with original furnishings. At one of the shops, we watched an elderly ladyuse icing to decorate gingerbread hearts.

Her work looked like lace. We ate sour cream potato soup (just like our mothers made) on the patio of one of the restaurants.

Looking at Loukov Since we had been visiting with Steavy's family, we thought we would look up the town where my grandfather Anton Pavlicek was bornLoukov, Czech Republic. We found that Loukov was a very small village— only one kilometer long — with a large modern municipal building that housed a barber/beauty shop, school offices, restaurant and the office of the mayor.

This, we decided, was the place go for information. We met the mayor, Mr. Zdenek Mikulik, and explained why we were there. We gave him what information we had on the Pavlicek family, the names and the date they left for America.

He advised us to please sit down as his knees were weak. It seemed that his mother's mother was a Pavlicek!

Needless to say, we opened a bottle of champagne and toasted our families.

We compared notes and dates and stayed for the day. We talked about the past and discussed stories that — surprisingly — meshed together perfectly and we decided that we were one family. While we were there, we learned that some of the old ways haven't changed as we watched a field being plowed by a man, his son and the family mules. To this day, some farmers in the Czech Republic cannot afford to purchase a tractor. This day will always be special to me.

We spent the next day in the spa pretty town of Luhacovice, shopping for crystal and other items. We enjoyed ice cream and strolled the treelined boulevards, appreciating its many rest areas and fountains. It was a

relaxing day enjoyed it.

and we thoroughly

Expression of Sympathy

Church of Bones As we left for our return trip to Prague, we stopped in Kutna Hora to see the Church of Bones. We had heard much about the church.

Everyone told us that this was a must see — and it is. The only one of its kind, I would imagine.

More than a hundred years ago, this area was hit by a plague and more than 40,000 inhabitants died. There was no room to bury all of the bodies, so a monk at one of the monasteries decided to use the human bones to refurbish the church. The ciborium, crucifix, candle holders, chandelier, town crest — everything in the church -- was made of human bones. It's weird, but it's also beautiful.

In earlier days, Kutna Hora was a silver mining town. It was well known because it was there that the silver dollar (tolar, it was know) originated. The American silver dollar was patterned from the Czech coin. Copies of the original silver dollar are available in the gift shop of St. Barbaras Church in Kutna Hora.

A Rewarding Visit After experiencing the land of our grandparents, both Steavy and I feel as if we left a part of ourselves in Czech Republic. At the same time, we know that we brought back much more to America with us.

On our return to Prague, we visited President Vaclav Havel's Presidential Palace with the intent to get an audience with him. As we say, "It never hurts to ask." On the day we went to the palace, President Havel was home with the flu; however, we were pleased to meet with Minister of Foreign Affairs Jindriska Duskova. Mr. Duskova was very accommodating and spent more than an hour with us. We concluded our visit with the official by extended an invitation to President Havel to visit Ennis and be our guests at our Annual Polka Festival.

Our trip to the Czech Republic trip to explore our roots was more exciting than we dreamed possible. Already, we are looking forward to once again walking the places where our ancestors walked. As to whether the flowers are more colorful in the Czech Republic and whether the fruit is bigger and sweeter there, well, ask us another time. We don't want to brag too much.

After all, we are first Americans—of Czech descent.

—SPJST-

Vaclav Koudelka, Frank Koudelka and Miro Stejskal spend a relaxing afternoon on the farm, playing music and swapping stories.

We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge Karel Havlicek No. 4, Hallettsville, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership wish to express our sincere and deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge sister,

VIVIAN MARIE ADAMS who passed away on Saturday, July 3, 1999 at the age of 74 years. She was born March 2, 1925, in Lavaca County, to the late Joseph and Annastazia Bocek Woytek. She was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Masonic Lodge Yoakum Chapter 282 "OES", SPJST Lodge 4, a 1944 graduate of Baldwin Business College and was an active member of Eastern Stars. At St. Peter's Lutheran Church, she was involved in quilting for foreign missions, counted weekly contributions and coordinated regular fellowships.

Survivors include husband, W. Ray Adams; sons, Wayne Adams of Hallettsville and David Adams of Gereneda, Mississippi; aunt, Emilie Trlica of Hallettsville; brother, Leslie Woytek of Reno, Nevada and five grandchildren.

A prayer service was held Monday, July 5 at 7 p.m. at the Kuban Funeral Home. Services were conducted at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 6 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, the Reverend Herb Beyer and Robert E. Lee officiated.

Burial was in the Vsetin Cemetery under the direction of Kubena Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church Capital Improvement Fund.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Gaynelle Chudej Gaye Galetka Vicky Zak

—SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister,

VLASTA MARGARET ZEZULKA. Vlasta Margaret Zezulka, 80, of Taylor, died Wednesday, May 12, 1999.

She was born January 14, 1919 in the Beyersville Community, the daughter of Joe Svrcek and Julia Belicek Svrcek. On July 21, 1936, she was married to Rudolph Leo Zezulka.

Mrs. Zezulka was a life long resident of the Taylor area. She worked for Fashions, Inc. as a seamstress for 25 years. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rudolph Leo Zezulka; and one sister, Milady Zezulka.

Survivors include daughter, Linda Zezulka and husband, Curtis H. Shinn, Jr. of Austin; on granddaughter, Julia Shinn of Austin; three sisters, Margaret

Meiske and husband, Aldo of Taylor, Mary Denkeler and husband, Wilburn of Beeville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Rosary was said on Friday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Condra Memorial Chapel Funeral services were held at 2 p.m.

Saturday, May 15, 1999 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with the Reverend Lonnie Urban officiating. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Nephews will serve as pallbearers.

Arrangements were by Condra Funeral Home, Taylor.

May our departed sister rest in eternal peace and may her memory remain among us forever.

Resolution Committee Leona Stalmach Ruth Ann Wuensche

—SPJST-

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 54, West on behalf of the entire membership, wish to express our condolences to the family and friends of our departed lodge member, EDWARD G. (TONY) SULAK, who passed away June 2, 1999 at Providence Hospital in Waco A rosary was recited at 10:15 a.m.

June 5 at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West. Mass of Christian Burial followed at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West with the Reverend Isidor Rozycki as celebrant. Military Graveside Rites followed at St. Mary's Cemetery near West provided by the V.F.W. Post 4819 of West.

Mr. Sulak was born on January 29, 1916 in West, the son of John A. and Mary Sulak. He attended West schools and graduated from West High School in 1934. He served the United States Army with the Medical Detachment in the 36th Division of the 143rd Infantry during World War II. He received a Purple Heart for injuries he sustained.

He married Margaret Monette Bartosh on February 11, 1942 in Brownwood.

He worked as a Lab Technician at the Veterans Administration Hospital for 25 years until he retired in 1980. Prior to that, he was co-owner of the J.A. Sulak and Sons Gin in West. Tony enjoyed traveling after his retirement; playing his accordion; having coffee daily with the Ole Czech Bakery Coffee Group and playing with the Thursday morning band at West Rest Haven. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 4819; Purple Heart Association Chapter 476; Knights of Columbus 2305; SPJST Lodge 54; West Accordion Club and Czech Heritage Society. He was also a lifetime member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West.

He is preceded in death by one brother, Ben Sulak, in 1985 and one sister, Della Grimm, also in 1985.

He is survived by hiS wife, Margaret Sulak of West; one sister, Marguerite Hill of Dallas; several nieces and nephews including Susan Crain and John G. Sulak of West, Steve Sulak of Lampasas and Mary Lechler of Lorena; and many other relatives.

Pallbearers were the great-nephews,

Wednesday, July 21, 1999—VESTNIK/9 Zachary Crain, Ben Lechler, Andrew Sulak, John D. Sulak and friends, Steven Slay and Tim Orsak.

Honorary pallbearers were the Ole Czech Bakery Coffee Group and members of the V.F.W. Post 4819 and the Purple Heart Association Chapter 476.

Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. May he rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik Marcela Vaculik —SPJST-

In Memory of Delphine Cervenka Millam Mrs. Delphine Cervenka Millam, 84, passed away on May 24, 1999 at her home in Jacksonville, Florida after a brief illness.

Services were held at 10 a..m. on Friday, May 28, 1999 at Calvin Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville with the Reverend Gwin Pratt and the Reverend Richard McKuen officiating.

Delphine C. Millam was born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank R. Cervenka, the youngest of nine children. Her parents

were early settlers in the Granger area and longtime supporters and members of SPJST Lodge 20 in Granger. The Millams lived in Jacksonville, Florida for 35 years. She retired from the federal government in 1956, was a member of the Calvin Presbyterian Church and an active bowler at Jax Lanes.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth F. Millam; her son, Michael J. Millam and wife, Barbara J.; two stepdaughters, Wilma J. Owens and husband, William and Barbara A. Seymour and husband, Tommy; two grandchildren, Natalie D'Allessandro and husband, Derek and Nicholas L. D'Angelo; and her loving niece,

Margie Foshee and husband, James.

Contributions may be made to Calvin Presbyterian Church.

Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Jacksonville was in charge of arrangements.

May our departed sister rest in peace and her memory live on in our hearts.

Respectfully submitted, Norma Cavanaugh Rubie Loessin

SUPREME LODGE SPJST Temple, Texas DEATH CLAIMS PAID IN JUNE, 1999 FROM 6/01/99 TO 6/30/99 DEATH LODGE

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To the Bereaved Surviyors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, the Supreme Lodge SPJST Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy.

Fraternally, Lanita Anglin, Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST--

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, July 21, 1999

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District Two YAD entries, attendees numerous

this year's YAD was wonderful.

Thank you to all of you who came. No greater feeling can come to a youth to see so many people supporting their timeless hours of work that they put into making this day special.

Dear Readers, I am so very proud and still so excited about our great District Two YAD held on Sunday, June 27th at Lodge 24, Cyclone.

My special thanks to Youth Leader Patsy Baker and Ginger Greger who worked many long hours to make this day so successful. Thank you, officers and members of Lodge 24 for the great meals. Your kindness and great hospitality.

Our day began with royalty competition-11 queens, seven dutchesses, three kings and three dukes. The speeches were excellent. One judge summed it up, "too tough" and that was without a doubt because of the close scores. I am so very proud of each of you. Congratulations to District Two King Chad Cervenka of Taylor and Sara Kostiha of Cyclone, Dutchess Christina Kirby and Duke Kyle Vanecek. Thank you, Kristine Muegge for representing District Two as queen for 1998-1999. You are a very special young lady, Craft entries also had a great turnout as there were 189 total. There were so many neat crafts and the foods were fantastic. A cookbook with all the desserts has been compiled. The books are selling for $5 which will go toward our fall activities. Anyone wishing to purchase one may contact me. The recipes are delicious. Four scrapbooks and four posters were also entered.

Our talent was once again great this year. We had 18 individual entries and nine group talents. We have so many talented youth. The talent included a large variety. As you can see, we had great participation. The attendance on

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Special Thanks I especially want to thank my Assistants District Youth Counselor Janet Lyon and Richard Greger for their hard work. Janet complied typed the recipes for our cookbook. Thank you all youth leaders for your time in getting the cards to me and working at YAD and the countless hours you put in daily for our youth. Thank you tabulation committee—District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky, Willie Kohutek, Debbie Bowen and Dolores Slcrabanek.

Thank you to Bell County Commissioner Leroy Schiller for the touching opening ceremony and spending the day with us donating his sound system. We appreciate you monetary donation to our District Youth Club.

And of course, our day would not be possible without our emcee, District Two State King Jason Cervenka.

Jason, you were a great emcee. Thank you! We were very glad to have with us, our State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny. Thank you, Melanie, for your great support.

The entire day went so smoothly and was such an enjoyable day. True fraternalism and teamwork was definitely what made our day the best ever District YAD. Parents, thank you for involving your youth in SPJST. Youth, you are all winners and we are so proud of you to have had such a super program for us. I thank you for letting me be a part of your success.

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Youth Counselor

—SPJST-

District Two Royalty Contestants

ROYALTY QUEEN AND DUCHESS

2nd—Lori Coots, Lodge 24 3rd—Jennifer Johle, Lodge 29

Queen—Sara Kostiha, Lodge 24 Duchess—Christina Kirby, Lodge 24

Ages 15 to Senior 1st Sara Wagner, Lodge 177 2nd—Desi Cooksey, Lodge 24

RUNNER UP Queen—Crystal Bartek, Lodge 47 Duchess Crystal Morris, Lodge 47 3rd—Lacy Cervenka, Lodge 29 Duchess—Brooke Hegar, Lodge 29

KING AND DUKE

SEWING Ages 6 to 8 1st—Brittany Coots, Lodge 24

Ages 9 to 11 1st—Rachel Baca, Lodge 47 2nd—Cara Spanel-Weber, Lodge 20 3rd—Lindsey Green, Lodge 29

King Chad Cervenka, Lodge 29 Duke—Kyle Vanecek, Lodge 29

Ages 12 to 14

RUNNER-UP

1st—Lisa Greger, Lodge 47 2nd—Kendra Zak, Lodge 29

King—Ryan Greger, Lodge 24 Duke—Taylor Hudler, Lodge 24 3rd—Randall Marek, Lodge 24 Duke—Jimmy Baker, Lodge 24

Ages 15 to Senior

JUNIOR GROUP TALENT

SCIENCE/EDUCATION Ages 6 to 8

1st—Lodge 24, Cyclone, Marshall Coots, Christina Kirby 2nd—Lodge 24, Cyclone, Taylor Hudler, Alyssa Hudler 3rd—Lodge 29, Taylor, Lindsey Green, Brooke Hegar, Shurron Burtchell

1st—Jennifer Clear, Lodge 177 2nd—Brita Bohac, Lodge 20 3rd—Desi Cooksey, Lodge 24

1st—Alyssa Hudler, Lodge 24 2nd—Connor Vanecek, Lodge 29 3rd—Caitlin Cavanaugh, Lodge 20

Ages 9 to 11 1st—Taylor Hudler, Lodge 24 2nd—Cara Spanel-Weber, Lodge 20 3rd—Kyle Vanecek, Lodge 29

SENIOR GROUP TALENT

12 to 14

1st—Lodge 29, Taylor, Chad Cervenka, Tracy Betak, Stephanie Reeves, Kristine Muegge, Jennifer Green, Jennifer Johle, Lacy Cervenka, Adam Tallas, Kendra Zak. 2nd—Dawn Capps, Heather Franklin, Crystal Bartek, Nikki Lopez 3rd—Desi Cooksey, Jimmy Baker, Sara Kostiha, Randall Marek, Ryan Greger, Rena Greger, Lisa Greger.

1st—Adam Jezisek, Lodge 29 2nd—Dawn Capps, Lodge 47

INDIVIDUAL TALENT Ages 6 to 8

Ages 15 to Senior 1st—Chad Cervenka, Lodge 29 2nd—Jessica Lyon, Lodge 177 3rd—Tracy Betak, Lodge 29

HOBBY KITS Ages 6 to 8 1st Christina Kirby, Lodge 24 2nd—Patrick Greger, Lodge 47

Ages 9 to 11

1st—Mary Kathryn Tischler, Lodge 20 2nd—Patrick Greger, Lodge 47

lst—Taylor Hudler, Lodge 24 2nd—Bryan Zak, Lodge 29 3rd Shurron Burtchell, Lodge 29

Ages 9 to 11

Ages 12 to 14

1st—Marshall Coots, Lodge 24 2nd—Cara Spanel Weber, Lodge 20 3rd—Rachel Baca , Lodge 47

lst—Courtney Wagner, Lodge 177 2nd—Lisa Greger, Lodge 47 3rd—Adam Tallas, Lodge 29

Ages 12 to 14

Ages 15 to Senior

1st—Stephanie Reeves, Lodge 29 2nd—Dawn Capps, Lodge 47 3rd—Janet Baca, Lodge 47

1st—Tracy Betak, Lodge 29 2nd—Desi Cooksey, Lodge 24 3rd—Rebecca Greger, Lodge 47

Ages 15 to Senior 1st—Jessica Lyon, Lodge 177 2nd—Sara Kostiha, Lodge 24 3rd—Rebecca Greger, Lodge 47

PICTORIAL ARTS Ages 6 to 8

HANDICRAFT Ages 6 to 8 1st—Mary Kathryn Tischler, Lodge 20 2nd Christina Kirby, Lodge 24 3rd—Caitlin Cavanaugh, Lodge 20

Ages 9 to 11

1st---Christina Kirby, Lodge 24 2nd—Brittany Coots, Lodge 24 3rd—Mary Kathryn Tischler, Lodge 20

1st—Andy Baker, Lodge 24 2nd—Rachel Baca, Lodge 47 3rd—Lindsey Green, Lodge 29

Ages 9 to 11

Ages 12 to 14

1st—Rachel Baca, Lodge 47 2nd—Marshall Coots, Lodge 24 3rd—Andy Baker, Lodge 24

1st—Lisa Greger, Lodge 47 2nd—Kristen Bartek, Lodge 177 3rd—Adam Jezisek, Lodge 29

Ages 12 to 14

Ages 15 to Senior

1st—Stephanie Reeves, Lodge 29 2nd—Janet Baca, Lodge 47 3rd—Adam Tallas, Lodge 29

lst—Chad Cervenka, Lodge 29 2nd—Jennifer Clear, Lodge 29 3rd—Kristine Muegge, Lodge 29

15 to Senior

With 24 participants, the District Two 1999 Royalty Competition was one of the largest on record. Thanks to all who participated!

1st—Shelly Gerich, Lodge 24 2nd—Sara Wagner, Lodge 177 3rd—Jessica Lyon, Lodge 177

CONSTRUCTED ITEMS Ages 6 to 8

NEEDLECRAFT Ages 6 to 8

Ages 9 to 11

1st—Trent Coots, Lodge 24 2nd—Patrick Greger, Lodge 47

lst—Alyssa Hudler, Lodge 24

lst--J.R. Cooksey, Lodge 24 2nd—Cara Spanhel-Weber, Lodge 20

Ages 9 to 11

Ages 12 to 14

lst—Bryan Zak, Lodge 29 2nd—Shurron Burtchell, Lodge 29 3rd—J.R. Cooksey, Lodge 24

1st—Lisa Greger, Lodge 47 2nd—Mechelle Flores, Lodge 18 3rd—James Teague, Lodge 20

Ages 12 to 14

Ages 15 to Senior

lst—Jordan Lyon, Lodge 177

lst—Ryan Greger, Lodge 47

Wednesday, July 21, 1999—VESTNIK/11 FOODS Ages 6 to 8 1 st—Connor Vanecek, Lodge 29 2nd—Trent Coots, Lodge 24 3rd—Mary Kathryn Tischler, Lodge 20 Ages 9 to 11 1st—Rena Greger, Lodge 24 2nd—Rachel Baca, Lodge 47 3rd—Taylor Hudler, Lodge 24 Ages 12 to 14 1st—James Teague, Lodge 20 2nd—Janet Baca, Lodge 47 3rd—Ashley Coots, Lodge 24 Ages 15 to Senior 1st—Ryan Greger, Lodge 24 2nd—Sara Wagner, Lodge 177 3rd—Tracy Betak, Lodge 29 SCRAPBOOK 1st—Lodge 177, Academy 2nd—Lodge 29, Taylor POSTER 1st—Lodge 29, Taylor 2nd—Lodge 24, Cyclone MERIT POINT AWARD WINNERS First Place District—Junior Andy Baker First Place District—Senior Tammy Baker (Editor's Note: Please see accompanying photographs on page 12.)

— SPJST-

District Three Camp

activities finalized Dear District Three Youths, Plans for camp are in the process and I am looking forward to having a great turn out this year!

Camp will begin with your arriving at Camp Val Verde at 10:30 a.m. for registration and check-in on Friday July 23, 1999. There will be horseback riding, swimming, crafts, archery, challenge course and many other various exciting activities are being planned for the next three days—July 24, 25 and 26th. Our last day, July 26th, will be a short, sad day because lunch does come around rather fast. When we start seeing parents arriving around noon, we all know that camp is coming to a close. We all have too much fun at Val Verde and we wish that camp would be just a little longer.

It is time to start packing your stuff for camp and I have a few suggested items: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Bedroll or sheets Pillow/pillow case Towels and Wash cloths Soap and Shampoo Toothbrush/toothpaste Flashlight Two pairs of covered toe shoes (like tennis shoes) Blue jeans or long pants (for horse back riding and challenge course) Four day hot weather clothes Sun screen and Bug repellent Binoculars for star gazing Pillow case for painting in the craft but

So come and see your old friends and make some new ones because we have new youth clubs coming this year. With all of my exciting planning, I just cannot wait until I see you again at camp. .0 Fraternally, Bessie Petr, DYC P.S. Don't forget your pillow case for painting!

— SPJST-

District Six Youth

Achievement Day July 25 in Hallettsville Dear Members of District Six, On Sunday, July 25, 1999 SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville will host the annual District Six Youth Achievement Day. It will be held at the American Legion Hall in Hallettsville. Youth from Lodge 4, Hallettsville; Lodge 28, East Bernard; Lodge 30, Taiton; Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; and Lodge 97, Placedo will compete for district titles which will take them to the state competition in August. Competition prizes and awards will be given out for point system, craft, talent, scrapbook, poster and royalty competitions.

I would like to invite each of the District, Six members, members of all the districts, friends, Supreme Lodge officers and directors to come join us for a great afternoon of entertainment.

It is very important that we support the youth as they display their many various talents. Your presence on this day will continue the support needed by our youth—our future leaders of our Society.

Registration for all youth entries will be 10:30 to 11 a.m. Please do not be late for registration—it will end at 11 a.m. Lunch will be available for sale before the talent competition begins and during the break. Talent competition begins promptly at 1 p.m.

There will be a break prior to royalty competition in which case you will be able to view the crafts. Awards and competition results will conclude the day's activities.

We congratulate all the youth participating in District Six YAD. It does entail time with many hours of craft making and practicing. Remember, you are all winners for participating and putting forth that extra effort.

I look forward to seeing each of the youth and adults on July 25 in Hallettsville. Together, we can make District Six YAD a huge success for all our youth.

Fraternally, Marcy Dorotik District Youth Counselor —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood

youth member comes up winner Dear Members, We had YAD on June 27. It was my first time at YAD. I won a lots of money. I won first place in junior points. I won second place in talent, hobby kits, sewing and pictorial art. I won fourth in handicraft. It was fun.

Fraternally, Travis Purchis (6) (7/14/99) —SPJST-

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Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club member congratulates brother Dear Readers, District One had YAD on Sunday, July 11. I entered several crafts and both group and individual talent categories. Our group did not win in the talent competition, but we had a lot of fun at all the practices. Special congratulations to my brother, Jason Gaas for winning District One King and to Lucas Schoppe who was his duke.

Fraternally, Kimberly Gaas —SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook

Youth Club Dear Vestnik Readers, District One YAD was held in Caldwell, Texas on Sunday, July 11th.

Lodge 9 had three group talents and several individual talents. Sorry to any blondes who I may have offended with my blonde joke! I entered several crafts when I placed first on my handicraft. This year's YAD was also a great day for me because I won District One King. Thank you to Lucas Schoppe, my duke and to Mrs. Ann Schoeneman for always encouraging me. A special thank you to my parents, Dennis and Karen Gaas for working with me on my speech and making sure I knew it on Sunday. Hope to see you at the State Royalty competition on Saturday, August 7th and State YAD on Sunday, August 8th.

Fraternally, Jason Gaas (7/17/99) —SPJST-

Lodge 17, New Tabor

Youth Club donates can tabs to Ronald McDonald House The July 14 meeting of SPJST Lodge 17, District One Youth Club was called to order at 6:20 p.m. by Jill Malazo. Lindsey Jones led the Pledge of Allegiance and the SPJST Youth Club Motto. Members remained standing for a moment of silent prayer.

The register was read Guest Stacy Norman was welcomed. The minutes were read and approved.

This month's social was swimming at Caldwell Swimming Pool on July 5, 1999 at 8 to 10 p.m.

The charity project for this month will be to donate 10 gallon of tabs for the Ronald McDonald house.

Our Youth Leader Susan Skrabanek reported that we would have a trip to Schlitterbahn.

Youth members enjoyed having hot dogs. The refreshments were served

by Jackie Paul. The after-meeting activities were YAD practice.

Members with birthdays this month are Jackie Paul and Chandler Malazo.

Door prizes were won by Brandi Crnkovic and Mabry Petty.

The next youth club meeting is

Sunday, August 1 at 3 p.m. at Lodge 17.

The meeting adjourned at 7 p.m.

Brandi Crnkovic (7/9/99) —SPJST-

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club reports on June meeting The June meeting of SPJST Lodge 17, District One Youth Club was called to order at 3 p.m.

Kimberly Crnkovic led the Pledge of Allegiance and the SPJST Youth Club Motto. Members remained standing for a moment of silent prayer.

The minutes were read. Cherel Story gave the treasurer's report.

Youth Leader Susan Skrabanek reported that there will be a pool party and we needed to vote on what food we would have. We picked hot dogs.

Youth members enjoyed cupcakes furnished by the kids.

Brandi Crnkovic and Jessica Clements celebrated birthdays this month.

The next youth club meeting is on Sunday, July 4 at 3 p.m. at the SPJST New Tabor Lodge Hall.

The meeting adjourned at 4 p.m.

Brandi Crnkovic (7/9/99) -SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club members enjoy bowling trip Dear Readers, My fellow youth club members and i were supposed to go swimming at the Sokol lodge, July 11, but it was supposed to rain. Instead, we went bowling that same day. We had a great time. I can't wait for camp to get here, to get all sweaty and stay up most of the night. See ya'll soon if not at camp, but at state.

Sincerely, Randy Trojacek (13) —SPJST(7/14/99)

97, Placedo Youth Club discusses district trip Lodge

The Youth Club of Lodge 97, Placedo held its June meeting on Sunday, June 27 at the Victoria Electric Co-op Building. Youth Leader Carrie Delling and Bernadette Bellangter assisted the youth with their craft projects, sock puppets. Plenty of glue, felt and eyes were used in the project.

They enjoyed parading their dragons and dinosaurs for all to see.

The upcoming YAD and District trip to San Antonio was discussed. Our July meeting will be announced at a later date.

Fraternally, Donna Vanek (7/9/99) —SPJST-

12NESTNIK—Wednesday, July 21, 1999

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District Two Presents Youth Achievement Day Winners June 27, 1989 SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone • Flag Hall

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* District II * Royalty Court Pictured, from left, are: Duke Kyle Vanecek (29), King Chad Cervenka (29), Queen Sara Kostiha (24) and Duchess Christina Kirby (24).

TOP MERIT POINT WINNERS: Junior - Andy HOBBY KITS: L to R: Christina Kirby (24), HANDICRAFTS: L to R: Mary Kathryn Tiscnier Baker of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Senior - Tammy Taylor Hudler (24), Courtney Wagner (177) (20), Andy Baker (24), Lisa Greger (24) and Baker of Lodge 24, Cyclone. and Tracy Betak (29).

Chad Chervenka (29).

SEWING: L to R: Brittany Coots (24), Rachel Baca (47), Lisa Greger (24) and Jennifer Clear (177).

SCIENCE AND EDUCATION: L to R: Alyssa Hudler (24), Taylor Hudler (24), Adam Jezisek (29) and Chad Chervenka (29).

CONSTRUCTED ITEMS: L to R: Trent Coots (24), J.R. Cooksey (24), Lisa Greger (24) and Ryan Greger (24).

FOODS: L to R: Connor vanecek (29), Rena PICTORIAL ARTS: L to R: Christina Kirby (24), Greger (24), James Teague (20) and Ryan Rachel Baca (47), Stephanie Reeves (29) Greger (24). and Shelly Gerich (24).

INDIVIDUAL TALENT: Mary Katheryn Tischler (20), Marshall Coots (24), Stephanie Reeves (29) and Jessica Lyon (177).

JUNIOR GROUP TALENT: Marshall Coots and Christina Kirby who presented a dance routine to "God Bless Texas," Lodge 24, Cyclone.

* Scrapbook Winners: Lodge 177, Academy * Poster Winners: Lodge 29, Taylor

Photos in Next Week's

Vestnik.

NEEDLEWORK: L to R: Alyssa Hudler (24), Bryan Zak (29), Jordon Lyon (177) and Sara Wagner (177).

SENIOR GROUP TALENT: "Blues Brothers" — FRONT, L to R: Tracy Betak and Chad Cervenka. BACK: Jennifer Johle, Jennifer Green, Lacy Cervenka, Adam Tallas, Stephanie Reeves, Kendra Zak and Kristine Muegge, representing Lodge 29, Taylor.

211ervence 1999-13/VESTMK

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21. e'ervence 1999 CZECH HERITAGE AND CULTURE

Ilád 133, San Antonio Mile sentry a bratfi: Podavam yam zpravy z nag schttze ktera se konala v nedeli 16 kvetna. Rozhodli jsme se 2e nebudem mit schtizi v dervnu proto& na tento den pfipadal Svatek Ota Schtize zadala ye 2 hodiny odpoledne: V§ichni Ufednici byli pfitomni. President fadu Jarolyn Popp dekovala vkm elentim ktefi pomahali s pfipravama na jarni okresni schtizi ktera se konala v dubnu a nag fad byl hostem. Nedavno jsme ztratili 2 dleny bratr Joe Holub Sr., bratr Jaroslav Kleperlik, a sestru Annie Lukasek. Budou velmi postradani naimy dleny. Mame jejich rodiny na mysli a v nagich motlitbach.

Svatebni Ifrrodi v kvetnu slavili Tom a Marlene Jarrett, 13 rokti; blahopfejeme jim a pfejeme jim hodrie zdravi a gtesti do budoucnosti. ktefi slavili narozeniny v dubnu a kvetnu jsou Lucille Dlugosh, John Kuba, Emil Matula, Jason Murley, George Schultz, Jennifer Summers, Rhonda Mazac a Rudy Valchar.

Odmenu za Adast ye schtizi obdeieli Mary Popp, Louis Jasek a Emil Matula."Split the Pot" ohdileli Otto Hurta a Annie Stryck.

Nak pfi gti schtize bude v nedeli 18 dervence ye 2 hodiny odpoledne.

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Czech booth, entertainment featured at Texas Folklife Festival Sponsored by The Institiute of Texan Cultures, the 28th Annual Texas Folklife Festival in San Antonio festival is a grand celebration of the cultural and ethnic groups in Texas on August 5, 6, 7 and 8.

This year's festival once again welcomes representation from the Czechoslovakian culture. For the 14th year in a row, the Bexar County Czech Heritage Society will sponsor a booth.

According to Robert Biskup of the chapter, the booth will include kraslice display (egg decorating), food for sale kolaches and sausage rolls, and a historical presentation of Czechs/Slovaks in Texas which will provide information on some very famous Americans who are of Czech descent. In adklition, volunteers of the booth will be wearing authentic Czech kroj.

Throughout the four-day fesitval, there will be performances by various Czech groups: Czech Folk Dancers of West Friday, August 6-HEB Stage 6, 7 -7:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 7-HEB Stage 6, 1:30-2 p.m. and 7 -7:30 p.m.

The Czech Republic's ties to Central Europe PART III By: W. J. "Bill" Malina Eastward Slavic migration eventually turned northward toward Slovenia, Austria, Slovakia, and some parts of Moravia, mostly through the Danube valley. Again, it must be reiterated that all Slavic people do not share the same biological or even nationalistic characteristics, the ethnic connection between all nationalities of Slavic people is simply and only linguistic.

It must be assumed that when Slavic people began migrating out of the Pripyat marshes of northern Ukraine and southern Belarus, they spoke the same language - primitive Slavonic. That primitive Slavonic language soon became divided into three separate languages - Old Church Slavonic in the south, Old Russian in the east, and Old Czech in the west.

These three divisions, or rather languages, developed into all of the languages we now call Slavic. Although the language originally spoken in Bohemia, Moravia, and Slovakia was (Editor's Note: Author Bill Malina is a member of Lodge 88, Houston.)

Texas Czech Beseda Friday, August 6-Coca Cola Stage 4, 6-6:30 p.m. and Stage 9, 8-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 7-HEB Stage 6, 12:30-1 p.m. and 3-3:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 8-HEB Stage 6, Noon-12:30 p.m.

The Sound Connection Polka Band Saturday, August 7-Stage 9, 9-11 p.m.

Sunday, August 8-Stage 9, 1-2:30 p.m.

Slavic Playboys Friday, August 6-Stage 9, 9:30-11 p.m.

Saturday, August 7-Stage 9, 1- 2p.m.

Shiner Hobo Band Saturday, August 7-Stage 9, 2-3 p.m.

Saturday, August 7-Stage 9, 4-5 p.m.

Saturday, August 7-Stage 9, 5:306:30 p.m.

Here are some quick facts about the festival: • Festival is held at The Institute of Texan Cutlutres is at Bowie and Durango on HemisFair Park in downtown San Antonio.

• Festival runs Thursday, August 5, 511 p.m., Friday, August 6, 5-11 p.m., Saturday, August 7, noon-11 p.m. and Sunday, August 8, noon-9 p.m.

• Entry fees - $8 adults (13 and over), $6 in advance; $2 children (6-12 years), $2 in advance. Children (6 and under) free. Advance tickets on sale July 1, through August 8.

• Additional festival information can be obtained by calling (210) 458-2390, (210) 458-2224 or by going on-line at www.texancultures.utsa.edu .

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Old Czech, the influence of the Southern Sla y s brought a primitive flair to the Old Czech dialects spoken in Slovenia, Slovakia, and southern Moravia. Old Church Slavonic, which was brought to Moravia by Cyril and Methodius, plays a big part in establishing that flair. Today's SerboCroatian language is one of the direct and lineal successors of Old Church Slavonic.

Another significant connection, or rather commonality, among Slavic people is their subservience to their political leaders. Some historians claim that the word "Slavic" comes from the same root word as "slave" and indicates subservience. It is also possible that "Serb" is a variant of the Latin word "serous," which means slave, servant, or serf. It is also possible that the Lttin word "servus" is a Latin derivative from the ancient Etruscan language spoken in some eastern parts of the Roman Empire between the second and third centuries BC. The Etruscans almost always made slaves or servants of the people into whose territory they moved.

During the early part of the nineteenth century a movement known as Pan-Slavism tried to unite all Slavic nations into one political and cultural Slavic State. The first congress of the movement was held in Prague in

Cultural Events Calendar July 25 Wharton County Czech Heritage Society fund raiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Plates to-go only from Staff's Catering Service. For tickets, contact Merrill Adamcik (409) 543-5513, Mrs. M.A. Kainer (409) 543-9326, or Rita and Frankie Vanek (409) 543-6220.

July 31 Third Annual Czech Genealogy Seminar to beheld on July 31,, 1999, at Hill College in the Vara Martin Daniel Performing Arts Center, Hillsboro, Texas. The oneday seminar will feature Mr. Ivan Dubovicky and Mr. Karel Kysilka and Mr. Thom a Cashman. The seminar will begin at 9 a.m. and end at 6 p.m. Pre-registration (postmarked

by July 10, 1999) is $20.

Registration after July 10 is $30. A delicious Czech lunch for $6 is available. Contact Frank J. Mikula, Registration Chairman at 7751 La Balsa Drive, Dallas, Texas, 7852484334 for further information; or call Frank Mikula at (972) 233-2154 or Sallie Wendt at (713) 682-6262.

The Czech Heritage Society of Texas web site is: www.czechheritage.org June 30 - July 25 Czechoslovak Foreign Institute Summer Study Program; for more information, contact Thadious Polasek at 409/562-2207 August 5-8 28th Annual Texas Folklife Festival, San Antonio held at The Institute of Texan Cutlutres at Bowie and Durango on HemisFair Park in downtown San Antonio.

• Additional festival information about Czech exhibits/performance times, gate admission etc., can be obtained by calling (210) 458-2390, (210) 458-2224 or by going on-line at www.texancultures.utsa.edu .

August 6-8 13th Annual Miss Czech-Slovak Pageant at the National Czech Festival Days in Wilber, Nebraska; for more information, contact John L. Fiala collect at 402/488-0750 or Doris Ourecky at 402/821/2574.

August 15 Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society meeting at 2:30 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena. The meetings are open to all who are interested in Czech heritage, culture and early Czech immigrants. For more information, call Louis Kokes at -651-7994.

August 27 "A Night of Czech Music, Dinner and Dance IV" and silent auction sponsored by The Czech Cultural Center Houston from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. Special guest Captain Eugene Cernan USN (retired), Honorary Chairman, Czech Center Houston Capital Campaign will be autographing his new book, "The Last Man on the Moon." RSVP by August 20, 1999 to (713) 686-6362. For more information, call Effie Rosene (713) I i 686-6362 or (713) 682-4608.

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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Sunday, August 29-Family Day Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE 5 PILOT POINT-TIOGA 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.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Saturday, July 24-Jansky family reunion Sunday, July 25-Hoover family reunion Saturday, July 31-Wedding 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 9, SNOOK 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 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.

LODGE 14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. for the upcoming summer months. 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.

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ed 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 25, ENNIS Thursday, August 12-Lodge meeting Saturday, August 21-Dining room rental Saturday, September 11-Wedding Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. Youth Club meets on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. 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 16, BILA HORA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of August and December at 2 p.m.

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

LODGE 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 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 18, ELGIN Saturday, July 24-Elgin Western Days with music by King of Swing, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Admission $5 per person.

Sunday, July 25-Vrazels, 3 to 7 p.m.

Admission $6 per person. Kitchen will be open.

Sunday, August 8-Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets, $5 per person.

Kitchen will be open.

Saturday, August 14-Allen Tally and the Country Playboys, 8 to 12 am. Admission $5 per person.

Sunday, August 22-Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets $6 per person. Kitchen will be open.

Sunday, August 29-Tommy Vanek, ballroom/mixed music, 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets $5 per person. Kitchen will be open.

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 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 23, MORAVIA 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 24, CYCLONE Saturday, July 24- Public Dance with music

by MorrisCode; 8:30 - 12:30; Kitchen Open; $5 per person; 13 and Under Free.

Sunday, July 25-Private Rental 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 locat-

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LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, July 23-Grieger and Grieger Friday, July 30-Backlash Sunday, August 1-Italian Spaghetti Dinner (11 a.m. - 1p.m.), $5 per plate (drink included).

Tickets available at the door. Followed by free dance by the Praha Brothers, from 3 to 6 p.m., downstairs.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 7 p.m with snacks served from 6:30 to 7 p.m. for interested members.

The youth club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 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) 3529139, (512) 352-7442 (lodge hall), or Tommie Schiller (512) 365-5795 and leave message.

LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.

LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan.

LODGE 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 36, WEST Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September and December at 6:45 p.m.

LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

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Prize Drawing at the Dance.

Security on Duty.

For more information, call Sokol iioll at (713) 861-2828 r Weldon "Sonny" Kaase at 2 ) 3 5 7- 6 4 2.

LODGE 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 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 in Hillje (409) 648-2317. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Beginning July 12 and every second Monday thereafter, it will be a $100 bingo game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call (409) 543-7387 or (409) 541-5759.

LODGE 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 47, SEATON Saturday, July 17-Private wedding Saturday, July 24-No dance Sunday, July 25-Private Golden Wedding Saturday, July 31-Central Texas Sounds; admission $6 per person.

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 1999 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Dorothy Pechai at (254) 985-2545 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

LODGE 49, ROWENA Wednesday, August 4-Quarterly lodge meeting, 7p.m.

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

LODGE 54, WEST 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) 8265990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day).

LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE 66, WACO 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, dominos, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Members, please bring snacks.

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

LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.

LODGE 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights , are every Monday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Permit No. 1-75-1052324-8.

"Donna's Kitchen" will be open.

LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI/SOKOL HALL 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 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-746151395-8; AL-00061-9887-0.

Wednesday, July 21, 1999—VESTNII(J15 LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. A luncheon is served at noon and the meeting follows.

LODGE 84, DALLAS Monday, August 16—Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 21—Princess Ball: music by the Jodie Mikula Orchestr from 8:30 to 12:30 a.m. Admission $6 per person.

Sunday, September 19-27th Annual Czech Fest at Lodge 84: doors open at 11:30 a.m.; pork rosat dinner served 12:3 p.m. to 2 p.m; adults $7, children $3.50 (12 and under), members are asked to bring dessert; booths, games and prize; Free dance with music by the Vanek Czech Band, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday, July 31 - August 1— District Youth Trip to San Antonio, 10 a.m. to Institute of Texan Cultures Thursday, September 30—Meeting and Games Night at Victoria Electric Co-op Building, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 30—Youth Club meeting, same as above.

Sunday, October 10—District meeting, hosted by Lodge 97 at Victoria County Electric Coop Building. (Many volunteers needed.

Contact Yvonne Garrett.)

Sunday, December 12-Christmas social; details to follow at a later date.

Lodge meetings are held in March, June, September and December.

Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 352-4397 or Ben Jarma at 348-1514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557..

LODGE 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 La Grange at 7:30 p.m.

LODGE 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 107, FLORESVILLE Sunday, August 15—Lodge meeting, 3 p.m.

(Changed due to conflict.)

LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, July 24—Gus Lindemann, big band music; *dress code. Tickets $11 each.

Friday, August 6—Texas Brew, c/w; under 13 only with parents. Tickets $6 each.

Saturday, August 7—Donnie Wavra, ballroom, polk/variety. Tickets $6 each.

Saturday, August 14— Manny Green, big band; *Dress code. Admission $11 per person.

Saturday, August 21—Pat Veit, polka/variety. Admission $6 per person.

Sunday, August 22—Lodge 88 Blue Room Party with music by Knights of Dixie, ballroom/variety from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets $12.50 each which includes meal, dancing and open bar. Reservations required. Call starting July 13.

Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m.

License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen.

LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, August 1—CountryNVestern dance with music by Gary Lee Orchestra from 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $6 per person.

Saturday, August 14—State Tarok Tournament. For information, call (817) 6241361.

Sunday, August 15—Kucera's Alpine Village Band of Dallas, polka, waltz and variety. 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets $6 per person.

September 18—All-day Czech Heritage Day Celebration. Help us celebrate our 89th year in Fort Worth. Music by Jodie Mikula Orchestra.

Invite your friends! More details later.

Sunday, October 3—Dance with music by Gary Lee Country and Western Band.

Sunday, October 17—Come polka and waltz with the Texas Dutchmen.

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. Sponsored 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.

Family night/Taroky on the first and third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Youth Club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ladies' Circle meets on second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.

LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 207 South Park in Karnes City.

LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO Sunday, July 25—District Six Youth Achievement Day, Hallettsville, 10:30 a.m. registration

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted.

LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 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.

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO 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 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 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 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every second Tuesday of month at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, August 8—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 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 151, WHARTON Monday, September 13— Meeting/Memorial for 1998 deceased members. Catered meal, prize drawing and door prizes for members.

Special guest and speaker will be present.

Monday, December 13—Christmas social, catered meal and entertainment, prize drawing and door prizes for members.

The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Hinze Bar-B-Due Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas. The time for the meetings is 7 p.m.

LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on the third Sunday of the month at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE 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 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 3 p.m.

SPJST Annuities

LODGE 161, LA PARITA-JOURDANTON Sunday, July 25—Lodge meeting/meal at the Jourdanton State Bank Community Room, 4 p.m.

Sunday, August 22—Membership Rally, 4 p.m. at the Stage Stop Restaurant in Pleasanton. Members, please bring a nonmember guest for a good time! Food will be provided.

Sunday, November 7—Hosting District Seven Family Fun Day at Longhorn Museum, east of Pleasanton.

Lodge meetings are held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at Jourdanton State Bank Community Room; except for March, June, September and December meetings which will be held at a restaurant at 4 p.m. for a meal and meeting.

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.

LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, July 24—Down Time Saturday, July 31—No Dance Saturday, August 7—Austin Saturday, August 14—Randy Marshall Saturday, August 21—Texas Brew Saturday, August 28—No Dance 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 Vicki (281) 5421 774 or Joe (713) 472-3269. Starting January, 1999, Lodge 172 will be renting the hall on the last Saturday of each month. Saturday night dances are held from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. 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 the lodge hall (281) 487-3297.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Trustees' meeting are at 7 p.m. Youth Club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 174-2042239-0 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON 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 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Burleson. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik at (817) 284-7218, Rhonda Hurtik at (214) 435-2286, or John Hilcher at (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 to 12:30 a.m.

Children 10 and under free. 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 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m.

LODGE 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) 465-8538, (972) 263-9031, (972) 262-8830 and (817) 457-2138.

LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October and December.

LODGE 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 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 building rentals, please call (512) 255-1554 or (512) 3886335.

LODGE 188, CENTERVILLE Game times: Sunday, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; lodge meetings are the first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Games License No. 1-74-1960208-5.

LODGE 189, BRYAN - COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 191, LUFKIN For lodge rentals, contact Frank Juarez at (409) 875-4676. For dance reservations, contact Marilyn Page (409) 632-1124.

Meetings are held at the lodge hall located at 1715 Hughes Street in Lufkin, Texas.

Regular dances on the third Saturday of every month. Reservations for tables at dances will be made on a first call basis.

LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Saturday, July 31—Bobby Jones Saturday, August 28—Country Knights Saturday, September 18—Bobby Jones Saturday, October 9—City Polka Boys 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 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 201, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. Contact Celesta Balke for hall rentals at (409) 830-0118.

LODGE 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.

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Czech Republic Ties (Continued from page 13.)

1848, with representatives from Bohemia, Poland, Croatia, Dalmatia, Silesia, and Serbia. Subsequent congresses were held in Russia in 1867 and again in Prague in 1908. This attempt to unite all Slavic nations into one political entity failed, but the ties it created have never totally disappeared.

Finally, it must be remembered that the Serbs and the Albanians, like Czechs and Moravians, are people human beings with a love for life.

They do not deserve the treatment they have received and are receiving from their present day political and military leaders.

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SPJST Proudly Introduces The May June Consistency Club DOROTHY RACKEL

ALBIN MACHU

FRANK PAJESTKA, JR.

ROBERT DOBECKA

DISTRICT I

DISTRICT II

DISTRICT II

DISTRICT III

Lodge 13 Dime Box

Lodge 29 Taylor (3)

Lodge 80 Holland (5)

Lodge 6 Cottonwood

MARTHA BROZ, FIC

VICTOR JANAK, SR.

DISTRICT IV

DISTRICT V

Lodge 160 San Angelo (5)

Lodge 88 Houston (3)

The Consistency Club recognizes those SPJST sales representatives who have written a minimum of two applications each month for two or more consecutive months.

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SPJST's 1999 Membership Drive * Contest Dates: March 1- July 31, 1999

LAS VEGAS* SIX FLAGS * SEAWORL:;* *OR $500 CASH! (4r- 25 NEW MEMBERS IS ALL IT TAKES! HERE ARE THE DETAILS! The SPJST is rewarding every member who recommends 25 new members or 25 new insurance certificates with their choice of a trip to Las Vegas, SeaWorld in San Antonio, Six Flags in Arlington or $500 cash! Help us recruit 50 new members or 50 new insurance certificates and win two trips or cash options!

Inform your lodges sales representatives of people who want to join the SPJST, or complete and forward the information which appears below.

Insurance applications must be issued to count towards contest. Contest excludes annuity and modified whole life. Sales representatives and their immediate families are encouraged to recruit new members but are not eligible for trips or prizes.

Parents can claim prizes prizes for young adults under the age of 18.

Las Vegas trip includes airfare and 3 days, 2 nights hotel accomodations for two people. Six Flags and SeaWorld trips include hotel 2 days, 2 nights hotel accommodations and theme park passes for four people GOOD LUCK!

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for membership in SPJST.

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LODGE/NO. Hand deliver to your sales representative or mail to SPJST Home Office ATTN: Insurance Department • P.O. Sox 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

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