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Official Publication of The Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas, Founded 1897
VOLUME 87 NUMBER 37
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SPJST mourns loss of Cyrill "Sid" Pokladnik Brother Cyrill "Sid" Pokladnik, who retired as Director of SPJST District Three and of the SPJST Supreme Lodge in January 1997, died Wednesday, September 22, 1999. He was 86 years old. He was born on October 21, 1912 in a small village outside of Brno in what is now the Czech Republic. For 32 years, Brother Pokladnik served as director of District Three, accumulating an extraordinary number of life expereinces along the way. "I enjoyed every minute of it," he reflected in a Vestn'k article following his retirement. During his tenure as director, Mr. Pokladnik saw SPJST assets increase eightfold, from $14 millin 1965 to $119 million at the end of 1996. During „„. the same period, Poklac:3..c insurance in force increased from $44 million in 1965 to more than $390 million at the end of 1996. "Brother Sid's death represents the end of an era in the SPJST," said Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska, a long-time friend and fellow Supreme Lodge member. "He cared very deeply about the SPJST and was a key player in building the bridge between our Society's first- and second-generation fraternalists and the leadership of today.
"He was so much part of the SPJST that it's hard to imagine what it would have been like without him." District Three Director Johnnie Krizan echoed these sentiments, "For me, as a youngster growing up in the SPJST to the present, Sid Pokladnik has been synonymous with SPJST. Every milestone or major innovation advanced by the Society within the last 40 years — Sid was there as a major player," he said. "His talent and love for the SPJST contributed immensely to our success as a fraternal. In this respect, he was a giant of a man who left us with a legacy to follow and preserve. "To be a great leader and make the tough decisions, people sometimes will disagree with you. But, in the long un, they will come to respect you for he character you have for doing what you thought was right rather than what was easy. This is what I admired about Brother Pokladnik because I knew him to be a fair and honorable man," said Brother Krizan.
Fraternal Commitment During his long association with the SPJST, Brother Pokladnik also served as one of the founding directors of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home in Taylor and Needville, Texas. In fact, he helped to underwrite the construction of the Needville facility. A member and past President of SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas, he was also a (Continued on page 3.)
The decision to build the first S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home /as initic:ed at the SPJST's 1956 convention in Temple. To make it :.c..ppen, delegates apportioned $100,000 and organized a self-governing and independent organization for the purpose. Pictured above are the first Board of Directors of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes. They are, from left, front: Joe Skrabanek, Henry W. Marcak and Edwin Kovar. BACK: Fred Kveton, Cyrill "Sid" Pokladnik, Henry Schovajsa and E.P. Sralla.
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ii person's loue for spouse and children and concern ouer their welfare are good reasons to L ep one's life insurance contract in good standing. Brit so y et es, even the most well-planned insurance Becomes outdated. For that reason, it's a good rogr idea to occasionally revie!'+ your certificate and see !f it still fits your changing needs. That's where an SPJST sales representative can help. When you're ready to review your present coverage, give your local lodge sales representative a call. If you're not sure about who to talk to, please contact the SPJST Insurance Department at 1 (800) 727-7578 and they can put you in touch with a sales representative in your area.
Reuiew your couerage during the SPJST Denim Roundup membership Driue, Rugust 1 through December 31 See backpage for details.
Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates September 30 Temple Chamber of Commerce "Business After Hours" at SPJST Home Office October 1- 31 Texas Czech Heritage Month October 2 District Six Barbecue Cook-Off in Victoria (Jaycee Hall) October 10 District Six Fall Meeting at Victoria Electric Co-Op October 10 Lodge 35, Elk Membership Rally October 12-14 Supreme Lodge Meeting October 16-17 Lickskillet Fest Days, Fayetteville October 17 Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas (Marine Parade Grounds) October 17 District One Fall Meeting hosted by Lodge 17, New Tabor October 22 - 24 Texas Fraternal Congress, Houston October 23 Fund Raiser at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton October 23 National Make a Difference Day October 23 Lodge 48, Beyersville Progressive "42" Tournament October 24 District Three Fall Meeting hosted by Lodge 180, Burleson October 24 - 30 Texas Czech Heritage Week October 30 District Four Czech Fest at St. Ambrose Parish Hall in Wall (Lodge 160, San Angelo co-hosting) October 30 Czech Heritage Day at Lodge 24, Cyclone October 30 Arts and Crafts Show and Sale at Lodge 66, Waco October 31 Fund Raiser at Lodge 79, Corpus Christi October 31 Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day November 6 Lodge 24, Cyclone Barbecue Cook-Off November 7 Lodge 161, La Parita-Jourdanton hosts District Seven Fall Meeting at Longhorn Museum, Pleasanton November 13 State Volleyball Tournament, Temple —SPJST-
2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, September 29, 1999
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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) 884-0112 DISTRICT II - LAVERNE CABLA, 10612 OSCAR SCHOOL ROAD, TEMPLE, TX 76501 - (254) 985-2354 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, V. CHMN., 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 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 BYLAW 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
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Expression of Sympathy The SPJST lost one of its greatest boosters on September 22 when Brother Sid Pokladnik, 86, died in Dallas. Brother Pokladnik brought many years of service to the SPJST, having served in virtually every leadership capacity along the way, including Supreme Lodge Chaiiinan. That's how I came to know him: As the gentleman at the head of the table who presided at Supreme Lodge meetings. It was a responsibility which he relished and carried out with great vigor and decisiveness. I admired Brother Sid's strong work ethic. He knew that pursuing dreams in his business or in his involvement with the SPJST required work - mental, emotional and physical. Brother Pokladnik did what it took to see success through. Rudolph's Market in Dallas, the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas, S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes and the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra remain as testaments to his commitment. They live on. Even in his retirement - at age 84 - from the Supreme Lodge in 1997, Brother Sid stayed involved - attending local and district meetings and keeping tabs on the affairs of the Society. As he explained to me on one occasion, you don't just walk away from a "lifetime labor of love." "One of the things I miss - I suppose - is the day-to-day excitement and all the wonderful people I got to meet and know along the way," he said. My fondest memory of Brother Sid was during that first summer of his retirement at the picnic he and his wife, Justine, hosted for members of Lodge 84, Dallas at their lake house on Cedar Creek. Upon our arrival, Brother Sid greeted my family with open arms. A cordial host, he made sure we knew where everything was - including the backyard swings for our children. After excusing himself, he appeared a few minutes later with two wading pools. "What do you think?," he said, smiling, "Maybe the youngsters would like to go swimming?" It was a good day. Brother Pokladnik's contributions to his society and to the fraternal benefit system have been invaluable. His dedication and support to the fraternal way of life will be missed. I know that I speak for many in extending heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of our departed brother. May he rest in peace.
Something New: SPJST Term for Life The latest round of SPJST sales classes is preparing our local lodge sales representatives market the new "SPJST Term for Life" insurance program. The coverage, which can be issued between the ages of 18 and 70, combines elements of both term and whole life insurance. SPJST Term for Life provides permanent type level coverage to age 99 at "quasi-level premiums" without generating cash values. Based on the age at issue, premiums increase by four percent every four years to and including the next renewal at or after age 80. The premium will then increase by one percent every year thereafter to age 99. The new plan offers several advantages, including:
"He knew that pursing dreams in his business or in his involvement with the SPJST required work."
• Level lifetime coverage to age 99; • Premiums which start at less than half of a guaranteed whole life premium; and • Guaranteed maximum premiums. SPJST's Term for Life could be the plan for you. For a no obligation price quote, contact your local lodge sales representative or the Insurance Department at the SPJST Home Office by dialing 1 (800) 727 - 7578. Either way, do yourself a favor and see what SPJST has to offer you in the way of competitive life insurance coverage.
Expression of Sympathy Heartfelt condolences are extended to SPJST Finance Committee Secretary Rita Vanek and her family and friends, on the death of her husband, Frankie, 63, who passed away on Thursday, September 23. Brother Vanek, who was a member of Lodge 151, Wharton is also survived by two daughters, Kim Vanek of Arlington and Amanda Vanek of College Station; and two brothers, SPJST District Six Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Matt Vanek of Victoria and Edwin Vanek of San Antonio. Funeral services for Brother Vanek were held Saturday morning, September 25 at St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Hillje, May he rest in peace. -SPJST-
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"Sid" Pokladnik (Continued from page 1.) member of the Sons of Hermann, KJT, Knights of Columbus, Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council and American Sokol. He is also a past director of the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas. He was the original — and for thirty years, until 1998 — the only musical director of the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra. In recent years, Brother Pokladnik resurrected Lodge 84's annual picnic, hosting and cooking barbecue for everyone in August at his lake house on Cedar Creek. In addition to his involvement with SPJST, Mr. Pokladnik played an active role in the affairs of the Texas Fraternal Congress (TFC), serving as President of the group. The TFC is the statewide trade association of fraternal benefit societies licensed to operate in Texas. On a national level, Mr. Pokladnik was an active player in the affairs of the National Fraternal Congress of America (NFCA), serving as President of the NFCA's Fraternal Section. Successful Businessman Brother Pokladnik's business ventures have produced a legacy that lives on. As the owner of Rudolph's Market and Sausage Factory, Brother Pokladnik built the sausage shop into a major restuarant supplier in the Dallas and Fort Worth area in the 1940s. Rudolph's has been named the "Best Meat Market in Dallas" by The Dallas Times Herald, The Dallas Morning News, D Magazine and is currently listed in The Dallas
Shopping Guide, available at fine book stores, as the only market listed under gourmet foods. In addition, Brother Pokladnik was a past nominee for the Linz Award for civic contributions in dallas, and received awards as conservationist, running a 1000-acre cattle ranch, breeding mainly Black Angus. He and Rudolph's Market have long been members of the Southwest Meat Packers Association and the Dallas Chamber of Commerce. In 1998, he was named SPJST Fratemalist of the Year. The following passage appeared in the Fraternalist of the Year nomination form submitted by Lodge 84, Dallas, "Cyrill Poklanik's dream since his birth in a small village outside of Brno in 1912 was to be the best he could be and to give his life in service to others. He has managed to sustain this dream in every commitment. "Along with his family and career, the biggest recipient of his time has been the SPJST. His passion to see this great fraternal organization be the best it can be never wavered and he was always proud to have been a major part of its success." Brother Pokladnik is survived by his wife of 65 years, Justine; one daughter, Justine Marie Yeager and her husband, Doug; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A son, John, passed away in 1995. Funeral services for Brother Pokladnik were at held on Monday, September 27 at St. Pius Catholic Church in Dallas. Memonal donations may be made to SPJST Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas, Texas 75204. —SPJST-
Around the State District Four co-hosting Czech Fest October 30 in Wall Men, women, boys and girls — everybody is invited to attend the SPJST District Four- Czech Heritage Celebration set for October 30 at St. Ambrose Hall in Wall, Texas. The event is being hosted by SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo, RVOS District Five and the Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society. The celebration is being held in conjunction with Czech Heritage Week in Texas. Admission is free. Registration starts at 1 p.m. for the event which will include music by the Batla-Havlak Polka Time Band from 2 until 6 p.m. Supper will be served at 5 p.m. Setups are available and BYOB. Watch your Vestnik for more details. --SPJST-
District Six hosts
barbecue cookoff October 2 in Victoria Dear Readers, Saturday, October 2, 1999, District Six will be hosting an IBCA Sanctioned Barbecue Cookoff and Children's Fall Festival at the Jaycee Hall Grounds in Victoria. Everyone is invited to attend
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and experience first hand the unique display of pits, smell and sample the prize-winning barbecue, enjoy games with your family and help promote SPJST. A noon meal of barbecue and all of the trimmings will be served. To reserve a meal ticket you may call Yvonne Garrett at (361) 573-6020. The judging will begin at noon and first through tenth places are being awarded for Brisket, Pork Spare Ribs, 1/2 Fully Jointed Chicken and Jackpot Beans with 80 percent of entry fee payback up to $5,000. Showmanship Awards will also be presented. Throughout the afternoon, visitors can enjoy a Children's Festival. We will have a Pumpkin Patch set up for picture-taking, a Ghost Hunt, Ring Toss, Cake Walk, Pumpkin Coloring Contest, Face Painting and a Bean Bag Toss. The youth of District Six will be in charge of the various games. All of the District Six lodges are reminded to bring cakes for the cake walk and donations of candy for the various booths would be greatly appreciated. Volunteers are still needed to assist with the judging, games and overall day's activities. Please contact Jim and Susy Wiest (361) 782-5597 or Annie Vahalik (361) 573-5482 to put your name on the list. We need everyone's help to make this event a success. Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Secretary —SPJST-
Six Fall Meeting Agenda
Sunday, October 10, 1999 Hosted by Lodge 97, Placedo • REA Building, Victoria, Texas 11 a.m.
Registration for door prizes and Quilt, Needlework and
11:30 a.m.
by 12:15 p.m. to be eligible for judging (See specific rules in accompanying article.) Wheel of Fortune begins
Noon Meal
Enchilada Casserole with all the trimmings
1 p.m.
District Meeting Called to Order- President Joe Siptak Posting of Colors - District Flag Bearers, Youth Club Lodge 30, Taiton Moment of Silence for Departed Members Welcome - Hosting Lodge 97 President, Yvonne Garrett Response and Introduction of Guests District Six Vice President Albert Olsovsky Dispense with Regular Order of Business Roll Call of Lodges, Officers and Standing Committees District Six Secretary Annie Vahalik
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Brother Sid Pokladnik leads the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra at the SPJST's 100th Anniversary Celebration on July 13, 1997.
SPJST MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Home or Farm Mortgages: 6.50% for 1 to 7 years 7.00% for 8 to 15 years 7.25% for 16 to 20 years 7.50% for 21 to 30 years Mortgages on Qualified Owner-Operated Business Real Estate 8.25% for 10 years 8.50% for 11 to 15 years
INTEREST
RATES
ANNUITY I (Certificates Issued Prior to 4-1-93)
5.00% Annualized Effective 8-1-99 through 10-31-99
Announcements/ Brief Reports:
ANNUITY II (Certificates Issued 4-1-93 and After)
6.00% Annualized Effective 8-1-99 through 10-31-99 ROTH IRA 6.00% Annualized Effective 8-1-99 through 10-31-99
District Six Barbecue Cookoff District Youth Counselor Marcie Dorotik and Assistant DYC Karen Kaspar Standing Committee Rest Home Director Mike Ahlstrom State Field Representative Jim Wiest Supreme Lodge District Six Director and SL Chairman Matt Vanek
Break for Watermelon Eating and Tug of War Contests sponsored by Lodge 97 (weather permitting) Other Announcements Spring Meeting Site Selection
UNIVERSAL LIFE 6.75% Annualized Effective 8-1-99 through 10-31-99
District Contest Results, Helen Zabransky, District Six Fraternal Activities Coordinator Adjournment —SPJST-
4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, September 29, 1999
District Six fall meeting hosted by Lodge 97, Placedo on October 10 Yvonne Garrett, President of Lodge 97, Placedo, extends a warm and fraternal invitation on behalf of her lodge for everyone to come out and enjoy this family day full of games, good food, contests, entertainment and prizes. Each lodge is asked to send in their cash donations to Treasurer A. J. (Tony) Kelner, 911 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas, 77471. Please bring two desserts, a door prize and members are asked to bring Wheel of Fortune prizes. The youth will be having their annual Christmas Ornament Contest, prize booths and will also present programs. The fall meeting is also the time for our Quilting, Kolache and Needlework contests for the adults. Please share the following contest criteria with all interested in participating: Quilt • Member must be 18 years or older • Quilt top must be made by the individual • May be pieced or appliqued • May not re-enter a winning quilt • Must be present to win • Any size is eligible Quilts are judged on color, design, quality, neatness, uniformity of stitches and overall appearance. Needlework • Member must be 18 or older • Made entirely by hand. Includes embroidery, crocheting, knitting and needle point • Must be present to win • May not re-enter a winning item Kolache • Member of non-professional status must be 18 or older
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• Made from scratch using yeast dough • Must display six average size kolaches of the same filling on a disposable tray or plate • Must be made by the individual entering it • Must be present to win Kolaches are judged on appearance, moisture, lightness, color, texture and flavor. Only one entry per person per category, but you may enter all three categories. For more information, you may call Helen Zabransky, District Six Fraternal Activities Coordinator (361) 798-3347. Make plans now to spend the day with your SPJST family and friends. Complete those quilts and needlework projects and practice those kolaches. We are looking forward to an exciting day of contest fun, good food and lots of friendly people to visit with. Hope to see you there! Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Secretary — SPJST-
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Lodge 4, Hallettsville helps young member Hallettsville SPJST Lodge 4 is helping one of its young members, Anna Gallia, 12, who is a member of the World Tumbling and Trampoline Team of U.S. A. Gymnastics. Young Anna will be competing in the World Games Competition in Sun City, South Africa
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from September 23 to October 6th. She and her family have been busy having bake sales and dinners to raise money for travel expenses. Anna will be accompanied by her mother, Roseann Gallia and Coach Chad Ganaway from Victoria with Manning's Gymnastics. Patsy Zabransky Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 4, Hallettsville Backs Gymnast
Seven lodge secretaries take note District
La Parita-Jourdanton Lodge 161 will host the District Seven Family Fun Day on Sunday, November 7, 1999 at Longhorn Museum, Pleasanton. A catered meal of turkey and dressing with all the trimmings will be served at noon for $3 per plate. Please notify me by Tuesday, November 2 to place your number of plates order. Call (830) 281-8246 or send a note 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas, 78064. Thank you. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary — SPJST-
to the SPJST Scholarship Memorial Fund
Contributions have been made to the extended to all of these donors who help SPJST Scholarship Memorial Fund by contribute to a better future for worthy the following SPJST members, friends of young members through the Scholarship the society and lodges. Great thanks is Program. In Memory of Millie Hanslik from SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria In Memory of Hulda Alice Viebeg from Mrs. C.A. Gajewsky In Memory of Milton W. Jasek from SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone In Memory of John L. Coufal from SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone In Memory of Felix Pagac from SPJST 24, Cyclone In Memory of Clyde Coker from SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone In Memory of Lilly M. Junek from SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone In Memory of Emil Svoboda from SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone In Memory of Edwin R. Marek from SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone In Memory of Harold J. Habrnal SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown In Memory of Randal L. Edwards from SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown In Memory of Richard C. Balusek from SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown In Memory of Victor F Wagner from Lodge 117, Robstown In Memory of Edwin Jurica from SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown In Memory of Millie Matloch from SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje In Memory of Joe Krenek from Lillian Kosarek In Memory of Mrs. Jennie Kneschk from Mr and Mrs. Norman Kneschk In Memory of Helen Kalmus from Philip, Annie, Nicholas, Elizabeth and Jonathan Vahalik In Memory of Helen Kalmus from Patsy and Helen Zabransky In Memory of Joe Krenek from Susan, Gary and Kyle Skrabanek In Memory of Joe Krenek from Mr and Mrs. Daniel Hejl In Memory of Roger L. Peden from SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis In Memory of Leona Matula from Betty Jurica In Memory of Helen Kalmus from Mr and Mrs. Albert Olsovsky In Memory of Mrs. Eddie I. Kunz from Lodge 80, Holland
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Pictured, from left, are Lodge 4 Secretary Margaret Smotek, anna Gallia and Treasurer Helen Zabransky, who presented Anna with a check for $1000. Anna, her dad, Edwin, sister, Emily and grandmother Marjorie Gallia are all members of Lodge 4. Congratulations, Anna and best of luck.
SPJST District Six
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BARBECUE COOKOFF and Children's Fall Festival
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 1999 1 to 5 p.m. • JAYCEE HALL A VICTORIA, TEXAS
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GHOST HUNT • COLORING CONTEST BEAN BAG TOSS • RING TOSS Have your child's picture taken with the scarecrow in our Pumpkin Patch! Bring their favorite trick or treat container to collect all the candy prizes. Pre-Sale Barbecue Plates To Go • $5 Per Plate For inquiries, please call Yvonne (361) 573-6020 PIT DIVISION
80 Percent of Entry Fee Payback Up to $5,000. First through tenth places. IBCA SANCTIONED Brisket, Pork Spare Ribs, 1/2 Fully Jointed Chicken and Jackpot Beans SHOWMANSHIP AWARDS $80 ENTRY FEE 1 PROCEEDS BENEFIT SPJST STATEWIDE CHARITIES :
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood grandparents honc°:3d There were 32 members of Lodge 6 to attend and enjoy a delicious meal prepared and served by our Cottonwood youth on September 12. It was very refreshing to see our young people follwoing in their parents' footsteps to become responsible leaders of our community. Thank you again for an enjoyable meal and gifts presented to all grandparents. Keep up the good work. Nelda Hlavaty Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
18, Elgin member Dollie Hajda takes top honors for West Fest kolaches Lodge
It is nothing new to kolache bakers when they see Mayor Dollie Hajda of Granger who is Vice President, Fraternal Activities Coordinator and Reporter for Lodge 18, Elgin to go home with a box full of trophies. Dollie entered in the West Fest Kolache bake-off on September 5 in all three classes and won first place in aH three. She also won third and secr\nd in fruit and others. Hajda's big win was in the Professiona Division and the Grand Champion trophies out of all the entries. All in all, Hajda added seven more trophies to her collection. Dollie Hajda —SPJST-
Lodge 24, Cyclone readying for Czech Heritage Day event October 30 Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 24 invites you to observe Czech Heritage Day at Flag Hall in
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Cyclone on October 30, 1999. Doors open at 3 p.m. for the celebration which will include an SPJST Museum display and polka mass at 5:30 p.m. with music by the Vrazels Polka Band. Mass celebrant will be Rev. Walter Matus, with Deacon Bill Smetana assisting. The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Color Guard will also participate in the service. Men, women and boys and girls of all ages and denominations are invited to enjoy the presentation. The Praha Brothers Polka Band will play for you from 3:30 until 5 p.m. Sausage plates and hamburgers will be for sale. For your listening and dancing pleasure, the Vrazel's will be playin a from 7 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. Tickets for the evening dance will be sold after the polka mass for $5 per person. Youngsters, age 13 and under, will be admitted free. Hope to see ya' there! Fraternally yours, Melanie Zavodny, Reporter —SPJST-
25, Ennis accepts, welcomes new members Lodge
SPJST Lodge 25 met on September 9 at 8 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Johnnie Krajca. On the sick list were Ernest Jakubik, Jeanette Andrle and Eugene Jakubik. The minutes of the August meeting were read and approved by Secretary Patricia Fowler. Financial Secretary Kay Kovar gave her report. New members accepted were Suzanne Lewis and Chase Woods., Treasurer Cathy Krajca gave the financial report. Fraternal Activities Coordinator report was given by Margaret Krajca. This year's Czech Day at the State Fair will be on October 17 and held at the Marine Field. Local lodge Fraternalist of the Year is Cathy Krajca. Congratulations and we wish you lots of luck.
Next Meeting October 14 Our next meeting will be on October 14 at 8 p.m. Hope to see a lot you there. Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST-
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SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone hosts its Sixth Annuc.. Barbecue Cook-Off and Countywide Sale Day on Saturday, November 6. C ok-Off Chairman Harold Vanicek and Countywide Sale Day Chairman LaVerne Cabla encourage interested members to contact them for details. Brother Vanicek can be reached at (254) 583-2335; Sister Cabla number is (254) 985-2354. Pictured above is a scene from last year's cook-off.
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Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard to meet October 17 Dear Members, Notice. Notice. Notice. The October meeting will be held on the third Sunday, October 17, at the usual time, 2 p.m., at 106 Leveridge Street in East Bernard. Watch the Vestnik for a letter regarding this meeting.
Expression of Sympathy Please note that Julia (Michulka) Gavronovic passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 1999 in Rosenberg. She was the wife of the late well-known area radio personality, Joe Gavronovic. Julia's brother, Frank Michulka, is a member of Lodge 28, East Bernard. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Brother Michulka and the family and friends of Sister Gavronovic. And this writer remains Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval President —SPJST-
October: A Busy. Month Ahead October will be a busy calendar fnonth for the SPJST members and the Czechs: • October 2 - District Six Barbecue Cook-off • October 10 - District Six meeting in Victoria • October 16 - City of Victoria celebrating 175 years, Lodge 32 will participate • October 17 - Czech Heritage Society Festival, Lodge 32 members will help out again Adolf Motal made a motion to send $30 to District Six for the 10 cents per member for the fall meeting. Matt Vanek seconded it and the motion carried. After the meeting adjourned, refreshments were served by Adolf Motal and Kathy and Mike Ahlstrom. Respectfully yours, Valeria Motal, Secretary —SPJST-
40, El CampoHillje meeting and memorial October 24 Lodge
32, Victoria helps with la:strict Six BBQ Coc2c-Off Lodge
Our monthly meeting was held September 8, 1999 at V.E. Co-Op, our regular meeting place. Mike Ahlstrom called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. Adolf Motal had roll call of officers and read the August minutes, due to the absence of Secretary Valeria Motal. Thank you, Adolf. Thank you, Kathy Ahlstrom for taking the minutes for me again.
Special Guests Special guests were Charley and Yvonne Garrett, asking for support for the District Six SPJST Barbecue Cookoff which will be held October 2, 1999 at the Jaycee Hall. Plates to go will be $5 serving 1/2 pound of meat plus side dishes. Adolf Motal made a motion for Lodge 32 to donate $50 to the SPJST District Six Barbecue Cook-off. Theo Kocian seconded it and the motion was passed.
Sunday, October 24, Lodge 40 will have its lodge meeting and memorial. (Please notice the change in date from the normal second Sunday meeting due to the October 10 District Six Fall Meeting). All meetings start at 2 p.m. Please join us at 2 p.m. for our next monthly meeting and annual Memorial Service for the following brothers and sisters who have died during the past year: Melvin Eugene Marek, Connie Lynn Trochta, Richard Jaks, Sr., Bertha Ann Kunetka, Della Holub, Mille F. Matloch, James Spur and Jimmy V. Hubenak. Each of us has special memories of the kindness of those whom we will honor during the memorial. Sister Leona Macha will conduct the ceremony and Brother Karel Matejka will sing and perform on the accordion two appropriate traditional hymns: Zasvit me ty slunko zlate (Golden Sun, Please Shine on My Final Journey) and Spi, Havlicku svem Hrobecku (Sleep in Your Final Resting Place). In lieu of flowers, upon the death of a lodge member, a $10 contribution is made to
Lodge 32, Victoria Honors 50-Year Meiraer Adolf Motal, left, presents 50-year pin to Bessie Becker at Lodge 32, Victoria's August lodge meeting. Lodge President Michael Ahlstr m congratulates Sister Becker. On hand for the presentation were her husband, Oscar Becker; daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Harold Ballinger; grandson David Ballinger; great-grandson Matthew Ballinger and sister Lillie Schramek.
6/VESTNIK—Wednesday September 29, 1999 the SPJST Scholarship Fund in their memory. Let us re-dedicate ourselves to the values for which our departed brothers and sisters stood in their personal lives. Lodge 40's tradition of fraternalism extends back to 1902 when 13 founders gathered in Hillje to charter "Cechoslovan Lodge 40." Our forefathers made many sacrifices during the past century and we must continue their good work at Lodge 40 in the approaching 21st century!
48, Beyersville Lodge 88, Houston encourages members hosts Progressive to join in lodge "42" tournament clean-up October 2 October 23 Lodge
Sunday, November 14, the lodge will hold its meeting and annual elections.
SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville will host a Progressive "42" Tournament on Saturday, October 23, 1999. Registration fee is $10 and includes the noon meal, snacks and prizes. Registration begins at 8:15 a.m. and we plan to begin playing at 9:15 a.m. Fifteen games will be played with a time limit of 20 minutes per game. The tournament should end around 4:30 p.m. We especially invite SPJST members but anyone is welcome. You do not need a partner as all players will draw numbers and be seated accordingly for the first round. The two winners will move to the next table and split up and play with the losers who remain at that table. There will be no head table, thus all winners will move.
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St. Nicholas has been invited to Lodge 40 on December 19. Bring your children and grandchildren for all the fun! More details later on Christmas baskets for deserving members.
We will use the same rules that the SPJST uses. We ask that players please pre-register so we can determine the food needs; however, it is not a must to pre-register. To pre-register or for more information, please contact Bobby L. Wuensche at 2451 County Road 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421 or call (512) 365-3013. Fraternally, Bobby L. Wuensche —SPJST-
Officers' Workshop Learn more about your SPJST benefits from State Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz at the District Six Fall Officers' Workshop at Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje SPJST hall on Thursday, September 30 at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments.
Meeting, Elections Upcoming
Speaking of the New Millenium Ring in the New Year 2000 at the Lodge 40 SPJST Hall's New Year's Eve party and dance featuring Rudy Laitkep and the El Campo Melody Boys! Admission $8. More details later. Rose Schipula —SPJST-
66, Waco holds holiday arts, crafts show/sale Lodge
47, Seaton celebrates Czech Heritage Week at dance October 30 Lodge
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Czech Heritage Week is October 24 through October 30, and since we already had the Leo Majek Orchestra of Corpus Christi booked for Saturday, October 30, we decided to add some drawings for 25 dozen donated kolaches and donated tapes from the bands that play at Star Hall. The tickets will be $5 per person and those age 14 and under are free. The Majek's will play your favorite waltz, polka and country music and you will also have a chance to win something good. There will be about 15 tapes available for the drawings — Majek's, Vrazel's and Jerry Haisler and possibly others to add to your collection of Czech music. If you have a Czech costume, you may be admitted for a dollar less. So come and express your Czech pride that night. You are cordially invited to come for a good time and invite all your friends to join you and your party. Na shledanou a uvidime se tarn! Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
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Everyone is invited to participate in the Holiday Arts and Crafts Show and Sale to be held at Lodge 66, Waco on Saturday, October 30, 1999 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be a large variety of arts and crafts for you to choose from. Homemade cakes and pies and various other food items will be available all day. Please make plans to come out and enjoy our Holiday Arts and Crafts Show at SPJST Linden Hall, located at seven miles north of Waco at 722 Leroy Parkway (F.M. 308) in Elm Mott, Texas.
Free Admission Admission is free. Vendor booths are available for $35 each. Wall booths are 10' by 10' and center floor booths are 12' by 8.' Two tables are included with each space in our comfortable climate controlled facility. If you need more room or more than two tables, we will provide them for an additional charge. If you would like to reserve a space, please notify us as soon as possible. Booths will be assigned on a first come basis. Set up time will be Friday, October 29, from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, from 7 to 9 a.m. For more information, please call Michael Galler (254) 662-4934. —SPJST-
Make a Difference Day Offical Forms
While service provides its own reward, participating in the National Make a Difference Day on October 23 could also mean cash dollars for your adult lodge or youth club. For your official Make a Difference Day entry form, please contact State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny, State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara } \osenkranz or Vestnik Editor Brian Vanicek at 1 (800) 727-7578.
Dear Lodge 88 Members, We will have a lodge cleanup day on Saturday, October 2 starting at 8 a.m. We have recently had the ballroom painted and the side flooring replaced. We are sprucing up for upcoming Czech Day. So if you are available for four hours or so and would like to help us by volunteering some time, please come out. We have a variety of chores which need to be done inside the building, so everyone will stay cool. If you have any questions contact a board member. Hope to see you on October 2nd. Fraternally, Lodge 88 Board of Trustees Jeanette Bender, Secretary —SPJST-
88, Houston reports on lodge, member activities Lodge
Dear Members and Friends, Our dances for October are as follows: Friday, Oct. 1 - Country Kin $6.00/each CAN, Under 13 with parents only; Hostess - Jolene Cook Co-hosts - Al Hartman and Estelle Hillman Saturday, Oct. 2 - Vrazels $6.00/each Polka and Variety Hosts - Paula and Harold Waits co-hosts - Betty Theiss and Dennis Roeder Saturday, Oct. 9 - Bobby Layne $11.00/each, Big Band Music Dress Code Please Hosts - Georgie and Sydney Jurchak Co-hosts - Delores and Ray Krampota and Josephine Koeppen Friday, Oct. 15 - Country Knights Band $6.00/each Hosts - Myriam and Garry Zalesky Co-hosts - Natalie Zalesky, Elsie Zalesky, Hilda Fick, Becky and Randy Godwin Saturday, Oct. 16 - Granger Polka Boys $6.00/each Hostess - Helen Kubicek Co-hosts - Grace and Fred Schneider and Betty Theiss Saturday, Oct. 23 - Central Texas Sounds $6.00/each Hostess - Margaret Kocian Co-hosts - Lad Barta and Vercy Norsworthy Sunday, Oct. 31 - Czech Day Pat Veit Band $5.00/each; Under 12 - free Admission to the Ballroom from 3:00 ?till 7:00
We had our monthly meeting on Monday, October 13 and we had 103 members present. September birthdays were celebrated by A.J. Stayton, Blake Stayton, Scott Stevenson, Charles Stevenson, Randy Stevenson, Rebecca Barcak, John Buri,David Anders, Edward Lorenz, Annabel Veit, Jerry Ermis, Don Cox, Gina Cox, Cleburn Lincke, Trina Gindrat, Matt Martinak, Rosalie Lobpries, Douglas Lentz, Thomas Lentz, Clarice Keith, Jerry Hoffman, McKana Fisher, John Vasula, Braden Hegwood, Carol Havemann, Don Spies and Pres Clooney. Anniversaries are being celebrated by Susan and John Broz, Dorothy and Larry Pflughaupt, Marian and Gary Zalesky, Willie Mae
and Jerry Ermis, Viola and Harley Cox and Georgia and Cleburn Lincke. Our .refreshments were donated by these anniversary celebrants plus John Vasula who had a birthday. Door prizes of $5 each were won by Rosalie Lobpries, Fred Buri, Don Spies, Ed Lorenz, and Johnny Broz. Linda Wehring donated five sets of two tickets each to the Astros ball game. They were won by Viola Cox, Dona Clooney, Rose Mikeska, Lydia Marsh and Celestine Darilek. Louis Hanus donated three door prizes won by Joe Knapik, Royal Warnasch and Sidney Jurchak. Two albums entitled "Loving You" and featuring Weinart Brohman, were donated by Mrs. Sharon Pillack Smith and were won by Paul Beck and Georgia Barcak.
Worker's Party Our Worker's Party was held on September 12 with open bar, a spaghetti dinner with string beans and salad, and the Pat Veit Band played for our dancing pleasure. It was a great party. On Sunday, October 31, we will have "Vitame Vas Na" Czech Day from 11 - a.m. until 7 p.m. We will have a roast pork, sausage and sauerkraut dinner with all the trimmings. Adults $5 and children $3. The Birthday Club will have pastries available for sale. There will be performances by the concert orchestra, the choral club and the heritage singers and folk dancers. The schedule is as follows: At 1:30 p.m., Proclamation and Recognitions; 3 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Dance music provided by Pat Veit; 4:30 p.m. Crowning of Lodge 88 "Mr. & Mrs. Czech Day;" 5 p.m., Grand March. So come in Czech costume and be judged for this special day, and be ready to be in the Grand March. There will be prize drawings, an auction, booths, and food will be available in the ballroom. There will be a silent auction in the annex building. Homemade ice cream will be served by the youth also in the annex building.
Czech Heritage Dinner My husband, Calvin, and I were invited to attend the Czech Heritage Society Dinner which was held at the Warwick Hotel on August 27th. as guests of Tim Kostom. His sister Naomi Spencer, Helen and King Hegwood, Oleta and Louis Hanus and Mildred Holeman were also Tim?s guests. It was a wonderful dinner. Two members of Lodge 88, Houston — Becky and Roy Vajdak — won one of the drawings, which was a trip to the Czech Republic. They will go next year. On Labor Day weekend, Jeanette and E.J. Bender went to the Sugar Festival at Sugar Land, Texas. Doug Stone was performing there, and the Benders received VIP passes to go backstage to visit with him. This was very exciting. Then, on September 12-15, they went to Las Vegas for the Fifth Annual Polka Festival. Those who went from Lodge 88 were Jeanette and E.J. Bender, Bernie and Alvin Hollis and Margaret Kocian. They danced the polka a lot, and had fun doing it. We heard that E.J. learned how to play "Let it Ride" at the tables and won some money at it, too. Ellen Miculka has been in the hospital for tests on her heart. They didn't find anything wrong with her, however. We are really glad for that and hope she feels much better soon. Lillie Spies daughter and son-inlaw, Aggie and Joe Foster, have moved from California to Houston to be near
Wednesday, September 29, 1999--VESTNIK/7 Lillie. They have bought a house in Houston and I'm sure she is tickled to have them close to her. The District Five fall meeting was hosted by Lodge 196, Houston-West. There were prizes, bingo, watermelon contest, sack races, wrench toss, horseshoe contest, vollyball, kolache baking contest, needlework and lots of good food. A good time was had by all who attended. Nothing is work unless you'd rather be doing something else. Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Vice President —SPJST-
139, Danbury receives new product information Lodge
Lodge 139 met at E.J.'s Restaurant on September 1. Order was called and reports were given. The results of the SPJST-R.V.O.S Barbecue, held in February, have been received from the R.V.O.S. officers and were announced. Of all who attended, 70 were members of SPJST, plus 44 who were members of both the R.V.O.S. and SPJST lodges. Helen Filipp reported she and Lorenda Baldwin attended a seminar at Lodge 88 where a new plan for term life insurance was presented. Lorenda Baldwin attended a meeting of District Five officers to make plans for the fall district meeting. Door prizes will be given. There will be a horseshoe competition and other games, a craft competition and kolache bake-off. Helen Filipp and Lorenda Baldwin were our September birthday celebrants. They were serenaded with "Happy Birthday." Our next meeting will be held October 6 at 6 p.m. Fraternally, Faye Wilson, Reporter —SPJST-
156, Baytown discusses Food Basket project Lodge
Lodge 156 held its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 15, 1999. This month's meeting was a pizza party at CiCi's Pizza. A short business meeting was held then everyone enjoyed the pizza. Two new certificates were approved welcoming Stephanie Vojacek and Jeremy Vojacek as new members. Also, the upcoming Food Basket project was discussed. Everyone is to bring canned goods at the October and November meetings. The next meeting will be held Tuesday, October 12, 1999 at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Darrell and Brenda Vojacek. Fraternally, Penny Vojacek, President —SPJST-
180, Burleson reports on September meeting Lodge
Our meeting opened on September 1 at 6:30 p.m. We recited the Pledge of Allegiance and stood for a moment of silence for our departed members and loved ones especially Bill Cuniff. All officers made their reports. John Hilcher reported on the dances and hall rentals. The financial report was made by Treasurer Ann Sammet. Ticket Chairman Carol Hilcher made her report and the kitchen report was given by Joe Hurtik, Sr. Carmon Babina and Rhonda Hurtik reported on advertising. The Mexican rental for the Mexican wedding was beautiful and colorful. We enjoyed the Mexican food and the dancing. Happy September birthday greetings
Universal Life. Tailored to Meet Your Needs. Universal Life has been called many things: • A Computer-Age Plan •• A New Concept in Life Insurance • A Plan Custom-Designed for Each Insured • The Plan of the Future
It's all of these things — and more. Here are some of the features of SPJST's Universal Life contract, which we call our "SPJST Flexible Protector Plan": Step 1: You elect an amount of insurance and select Death Benefit Option A or B (as described below). You can also select the amount of premium you want to pay and make the initial payment. Step 2: As each premium is received by SPJST, a small expense charge is deducted and the balance goes into your cash value account.
Step 3: At the beginning of each month, a charge for the life insurance protection is deducted from the cash value to pay the monthly life insurance protection costs. Step 4: Interest at current rates is credited to the fund each month.
Coverage is Flexible. You have a choice of two death benefits, Option A or Option B: Option A: Level Death Benefit. The death benefit is made up of life insurance and the cash value. Initially, this benefit is equal to the face amount. However, current tax law states that there must always be a certain minimum proportion of life insurance in the certificate. Therefore, as
the cash value approaches the face amount, the death benefit increases automatically. Option B : Increasing Death Benefit. The death benefit is equal to the face amount of life insurance protection plus the money in the cash value account.
to Joe Hurtik, Sr., Lynn Wedell, Ernest Dueser and Ella Hilcher. The District Three Meeting being hosted by our lodge on October 24 was discussed. We decided to have a home cooked meal with brisket, sausage, vegetables, homemade bread and a variety of desserts, coffee and tea. Kolaches, doughnuts and coffee will be available in the morning. Fraternally, Estelle Hurtik SPJST-
Lodge 187, Round
Rock changes October meeting time The Sunday, October 3 meeting will be moved up to 3 p.m. for this meeting only as there will be special entertainment by a couple of accordion players. The Board meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. Fraternally, Rubie Bartz —SPJST-
Christian Sisters
Society of Temple Brethren Church host annual quilt, bake sale The Christian Sisters Society of the Temple Brethren Church will be hosting their annual Quilt and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 2, 1999 from 9 a.m.
to 4 p.m. There will be homemade items, baked goods, kolaches, casseroles, crafts, door prizes and food available. A drawing for a queen size fan quilt will be held at the end of the day. Tickets are available from members. Also at the sale, hot dogs, chili dogs, desserts and drinks will be sold. A voluntary donation of canned goods will be accepted as admission. The Temple Brethren Church is located at 2202 Bird Creek Drive, Temple, Texas. Submitted by, Ruth Psencik —SPJST-
Cemetery Association selling advance tickets for October 10 barbecue Snook
The community is cordially invited to come out and enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch, country store, music and fellowship on Sunday, October 10 at Snook City Park. Proceeds raised from the event will go to benefit the Snook Cemetery Association. In the event of bad weather, the event will be moved to the SPJST Lodge 9, Snook lodge hall. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Plates are $5. The cake auction is slated to begin at 1:30 p.m.
Reserve Plates By October 3 Please note that tickets must be purchased in advance by October 3. To buy your tickets, please call Georgia Kovar at (409) 272-8727. —SRIST-
Reunions Trlica-Kopecky Families The 45th annual TrlicaKopecky family reunion will be held Sunday, October 10, 1999 at the Moravia Parish Hall in Moravia, Texas. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and lunch will be served at 12 noon. Each family is asked to bring their favorite dish or dessert for our family-style meal. Sausage, bread and drinks will be furnished. If you have any questions, please call Alicja K. Klesel (713) 937-6815. We look forward to seeing you and your family again! --SPJST-
October 2 The Sebek family - at SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone (Flag Hall). For more information, please call (254) 791-0696. October 3 The Milberger family - at the Edge Community Center in Edge, Texas located on Edge School House Road off FM 974, off East Bypass, North Bryan. For more information, contact Lionel J. Milberger (713) 937-6873, Willie V. Milberger (409) 589-2727, Louis C. Milberger (409) 931-5314, James B. Milberger (409) 589-2234, or William B. (Bill) Milberger (409) 589-3155. October 3 Volcik-Kovar-Prcin families - at SPJST
Lodge 29, Taylor. For more information, contact Marie Ann Ripple (512) 3656916, Rubie Loessin (512) 859-2765 or Willburn Willis (817) 799-5394. October 3 The Ondrasek-Surovik families - at Cooks Point Community Center east of Caldwell, Texas. If you have any questions, please call Adele Englemeann (409) 272-8789, Vi Vitopil (409) 260-1237 or Robert Ondrasek (409) 272-8157. October 9 Svoboda-Cabla families - at the Seaton Community Center in Seaton. For more information, contact Norma Tucker (254) 642-3387 or Shirley Patterson (254) 985-0018. October 17 The Vitek-Pechal families - at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall in Seaton on Highway 53, east of Temple. More details to follow. Watch the Vestnik, but mark your calendar now. October 23 Tallas-Manak families - at the Taylor SPJST Hall in Taylor, Texas (FM 619 east of Taylor). For more information, please contact Cindy Tallas Buzan at 8921 Hachita Drive, Austin, Texas, 78749 or by phone (512) 301-0156 or email gbuzan@swbell.net . October 24 Descendants of Josef and Apolena Orsak - at the SPJST Hall in Snook, Texas. We are looking forward to seeing you October 24. For more information call Clarence Junek (409) 2723428 or Bill Orsak (409) 272-8902 —SPJST-
8/VESTN1K—Wednesday, September 29, 1999
Buying a Home Or Building a Business? Let's Talk! The SPJST makes home, farm and commercial loans to qualified members. For a free illustration that shows how you can save when making a new loan or refinancing through the SPJST, please contact the SPJST Mortgage Lending. Department at 1(800) 727-7578 and ask to speak with Ann Paruzinski. Mortgage loans and term insurance that can pay off your Joan in the event of death are just two of the many benefits available to SPJST members.
A Memorable Trip: Cruising to Alaska with the Vrazels PART II by Frances Bollom
We docked and Henrietta and Jaro and Bill and I went dashing off to take a tour called "Haines by Land and Sea." That was the most exciting and frightening time of the whole cruise! We started out with the bus tour of the town of Haines and a very interesting tour it was with a visit to the American Bald Eagle Museum where we took a lot of pictures and learned more about the frozen North. Then we went to a point where we hope we got some good pictures of our ship and the town. From there, we headed for rendezvous with the boat which took us on our tour by sea. We boarded the boat. There were about 28 of us on board with the Nevluds and Bolloms being the only ones from the Vrazel group. Captain Leslie, a very interesting and knowledgeable young woman of about 35, was at the helm and made our tour a most enjoyable one. We had been told that on this tour we might see whales, sea lions and bald eagles. She pulled up as close to shore as she could so that we might view the hundreds of sea lions on shore in a protected cove. We took pictures, but the sea lions were so much the color of the rocky shore, we didn't expect too much from the pictures. She and her crew pointed out bald eagles sitting in the tree tops or flying overhead. The whale watching almost turned out to a disaster! The captain headed for the area where the whales were diving in and out of the water and spraying little geysers of water. We were cruising slowly, enjoying the sight and I was just thinking, "I hope one of these big dudes doesn't pop under our boat," when—whump! We jolted to a stop as if we had hit a brick wall. Henrietta saw the whale's
tail hit the front windows of the boat. Water splashed all over the top of the boat. Bill was enjoying a cup of coffee and it went flying across the floor. The people watching from the top of the boat got splashed. We sat there motionless for a while, collecting our thoughts. Captain Leslie and her crew checked to make sure the boat was okay. Then we proceeded very carefully, thanking the good Lord for our good fortune—we were in 1400 feet of water. Bill remarked, "Even 200 feet of water would have been a disaster had we sprung a leak." The captain remarked, "In my six years as captain, this has never happened to me." She was very composed, but white as a sheet. One of the crew told me later that they saw some whale skin floating atop the water after we hit the poor fellow. Our captain said she is sure the whale was okay otherwise. We were due back on the ship at 10:30 and we boarded at 10:32. At 11 p.m., we sailed for Ketchikan. After this incident, our fellow Texans called us the "whale killers." On Friday, we sailed all day and danced from 1 to 3 p.m. to the music of our Vrazel Band. What a great time! On Saturday, we arrived in Ketchikan at 8 a.m. and went ashore for a tour of Ketchikan and the Totem Bight Historical Park where we viewed many totem poles and learned about the meaning of the different carvings on the poles. We also toured a clan house. Our bus driver/guide was a most interesting Eskimo lady who had moved from Bethel, Alaska, near the Bering Sea where she grew up. She married a Tlingit Indian and has lived in Ketchikan since her marriage. After the tour, we went back to the ship to eat lunch and then headed back into town to, what else, shop! By this time, we were loaded with souvenirs and we were wondering how we would get it all home, but we kept shopping anyway. (To be concluded next week)
"Henrietta saw the whale's tail hit the front windows on the boat. Water splashed all over the top of the boat."
In Memoriam Resolution of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge 155, Austin, express their heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, RAYMOND PAUL PRASATIK, who passed away on Monday, August 2, 1999 at the age of 95. Rosary service for Raymond was held on Tuesday, August 3 at Weed-CorleyFish Funeral Home with Monsignor Edward Matocha officiating. The Funeral Mass was officiated by Reverend Alan Oakes at St. Austin's Catholic Church and at the committal service in the mausoleum chapel at Assumption Cemetery in Austin. Raymond was the last surviving charter member of SPJST Lodge 155, founded in 1935 and was an insured SPJST member/officer since 1922. He was named Fraternalist of the Year, achieved Top Producer status in District Two several times and worked diligently for his lodge. He was active in numerous professional, civic and fraternal organizations. In addition to the aforementioned SPJST, he was actively affiliated with the American Bankers Association, Junior Chamber of Commerce, Knights of Columbus, Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, Sons of Hermann, Texans of Czech Ancestry, Austin Ethnic History Association, Austin Czech Historical Association, Czech Heritage Society, Czech Club at U.T., Czech Ex-Students' Association of Texas and K.J.T. Society 112. Raymond was born in 1904 in Smithville, Texas. He graduated from Shiner High School, attended Tyler Commercial College and the University of Texas in Austin. During his 44 year tenure as a banker, he served most of that time as a bank officer with the same bank. He is survived by his wife, Alice Marie; sister, Octavia Baca of Fayetteville, Texas; six children, Virginia (Ginny) Prasatik of Austin, Texas, Mary Anne Brown of Carrollton, Texas, Sylvia Thridge of Fort Collins, Colorado, Margrette Billingsley of Spring, Texas, Robert (Bob) Prasatik of Cedar Park, Texas, and Sheri Cole of San Diego, California. There are 15 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. May he rest in eternal peace and may his good works toward the preservation of his Czech heritage/culture in Texas remain in the memories of those who knew him well. Respectfully submitted, Ginny Prasatik, daughter and Lodge 155 Secretary/Reporter
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Expression of Sympathy 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 brother, DR. JOSEPH M. KAHN, who passed away on Friday, July 2, 1999, in Livingston at the age of 80 years. He was born in Hallettsville on March 18, 1919. Dr. Kahn practiced
dentistry for 43 years in Galena Park and had a multitude of dear friends and patients. He helped establish special education in the Galena Park Schools and was very active in the progress. He took part in many civic projects and was a 56-year member of the Lions Club. He was an avid hunter and loved fishing. Dr. Kahn was a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. He was a member of Temple Emanu El. This special man will be greatly missed by all of the people who knew him. Survivors include his wife of almost 57 years, Harriett Kahn; a daughter and son in-law, Laurie and Robert Bush; a son, Jody Kahn; and granddaughters, Brianna and Janessa Bush. Graveside services were conducted Monday, July 5 at 2 p.m. in the Hallettsville Cemetery. Cochran Funeral Home, Livingston, was in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Willow River Farms (Center for the Retarded), a residential community for adults with developmental disabilities, P.O. Box 450, San Felipe, Texas, 77473 or a charity of your choice. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Gayenell Chudej Gaye Galetka Vicky Zak
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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Academy SPJST Lodge No. 177, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge brother, MELVIN J. DUTSCHMANN, who passed away Tuesday, August 31, 1999 in a Temple nursing home at the age of 77. He was born in Walburg to John H. and Lina Sutter Dutschmann. He served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945 and married Gladys Jeschke on March 27, 1946 in Temple. He worked as a retail clerk for Stel-Weld for seven and one half years before driving a truck for Sears and Montgomery Ward. He was a member of American Legion in Holland a member of First United Methodist Church in Little RiverAcademy and a member of Academy SPJST Lodge 177. Survivors are his wife, Gladys Dutschmann of Little River-Academy; a daughter Carol Avina of Temple; three sisters; Ruby Fielder of Moody and Arlene Brahandt and Georgia Brahandt, both of Georgetown; two grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held Thursday, September 2, 1999 at 10 a.m. at Hewett Funeral Home with the Reverend Ron Bellomy officiating. Burial was in Holland Cemetery. May our departed lodge brother rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Libbie Bartek Louis Driska Theresa Baca —SPJST-
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Expression of Sympathy
Resolution of Sympathy
The officers and membership of Lodge 24, Cyclone express their sincere sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, ANNA RICHTER. Funeral services for Mrs. Anna L. Richter, 86 were conducted Wednesday July 21, 1999 in St. Monica's Catholic Church in Cameron with the Reverend Walter Maus officiating. Burial was in St. Monica's Cemetery. The MarekBurns-Laywell Funeral Home of Cameron was in charge of arrangements. Sister Richter died Monday, July 19, 1999 in a Cameron hospital. She was born on September 12, 1912 in the community of Clarkson to Sylvester and Agnes Otahal, pioneer Czech immigrants. Mrs. Richter spent most of her life in Cameron and was an active member of St. Monica's Catholic Church. She was a member of the Mother's Society. She chose to live in the community she loved and on the farm where she had toiled and tilled the soil. Mrs. Richter was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Richter; and by three sisters, Stephanie Matejka, Frances Svoboda and Lillie Lanicek. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Ellen Work of Dallas and Henrietta Hughes of Garland; two sisters, Mary Baird of Pearland and Louise Chollett of Waco; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. May our departed sister rest in peace. Fraternally, Richard Greger President Bernice Sebek Secretary
We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge brother, SALVADOR BECHO. Services for Salvador Becho, 72, of Temple were at 2 p.m. Monday, August 2, 1999 at Memorial Baptist Church in Temple with Dr. R.B. Baker and Dr. Charles Kimball officiating. Burial was in North Belton Cemetery. Mr. Becho died Friday, July 30, 1999 in a Temple hospital. He was born in Raymondville to Luis and Ciria Guajardo Becho. He was a member of Memorial Baptist Church in Temple. He worked at the church as a custodian for 27 years. He also was employed as custodian of First United Methodist Church of Belton. He married Sarah Banda in Temple on January 24, 1954. She died in 1994. Survivors are a daughter, Elizabeth McPherson of Killeen; a brother, Manuel Becho of Mission; three sisters, Esparanza Alvarado, Cecilia Jiminez and Mary Canava, all of Belton; and one grandchild. Visitation was at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. May our departed brother rest in peace. God bless the family. Resolution Committee Gladys Marek Joyce Skrabanek Ann Hejl
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Resolution of Sympathy Expression of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge 24, Cyclone express their sincere sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, ANNIE A. MIKESKA. Services for Annie A. Mikeska, 86, formerly of Temple were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 7, 199 at Sheffield Funeral Home in Temple with Dr. Mark Labaj officiating. Burial was in Bellw000d Memorial Park. Mrs. Mikeska died Friday, September 3, 1999 in a McAllen hospital. She was born in Bell County to Joe and Frances Pomykal Schiller. She and her husband were engaged in farming in East Bell County. After moving to Temple, she was employed at Baugh's Shoe Factory until her retirement. She married W.E. Mikeska in 1938. Survivors are two sons, Donald J. Mikeska of Mission and Leonard D. Mikeska of Temple; a brother, Alden Schiller of Temple; a sister, Lydia Coufal of Temple; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. May our departed sister rest in peace. Fraternally, Richard Greger President Bernice Sebek Secretary
We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland, Texas and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, ESABELL MARIE KUNZ, of Bartlett who passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 1999 in a Temple hospital at the age of 84. Sister Kunz was born to William H. Friedrich and Elenora Stein in Bartlett. She was a homemaker who spent her life in Bartlett. Survivors are her sister, Leola Muehlhausel; and her brother, Herbert Friedrich. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Kunz; and brothers, Alvin and Leslie Friedrich. Services for Sister Kunz were at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 3, 1999 in St. John's Lutheran Church in Bartlett with the Reverend Alan Watt officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. May our departed sister rest in peace and her memory remain with us forever. Resolution Committee Glenda Liles Glen E. Latham G.L. Brisbin
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Youth
Letters Section District One campers experience challenge and surprise at camp District One Camp was a huge success. What a wonderful camping experience for everyone attending! A total of 93 campers, leaders and chaperones attended this year's camp at Camp Val Verde on July 19th - July 22nd. Among the 93 were 26 first time SPJST campers. Many of the new campers responded to the letter that was sent to the inactive youth of District One and I am happy to report that the majority of these are now attending monthly youth club meetings. Thanks to these fine young members for taking a chance to see what the SPJST has to offer. Fun and Surprises Camp was filled with many fun and exciting activities. Camp pictures were taken upon arrival and Mrs. Ann made sure everyone made a nice frame to put them in and take home. We also had a surprise visitor our first day but we won't go into that. Mrs. Pat from campfire also visited with us the first day. The first night we held our "annual" hot dog cook-out at the river. Thanks to Randy and Ralph for grilling the hot dogs and for all those that helped serve. Tuesday morning, campers eleven and older enjoyed a morning at the challenge course. Theyclimbed the wall, jumped off the power pole, and walked the grapevine. After all that strenuous exercise, they all went to Waco and enjoyed watching "Big Daddy." The younger campers stayed at camp and made homemade ice-cream in a coffee can. A Break from the Heat We were surprised by a visit from District I Director Donnie Victorick. All enjoyed the cookies and cokes he brought along. Thanks, Mr. Victorick, for spending time with us. The night ended with a "Come as You Were Party." Youth attended dressed as babies and the LIT's had competitive games for the campers to play. We had a crawling contest, a bottle sucking contest, a diaper relay and a "baby-food" eating contest. All who participated had a great time. On Wednesday, the younger campers went to the movies and all saw "Tarzan." It was sure nice to set in the air-conditioning for a couple of hours. On Wednesday night we welcomed President Leshikar, State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny and District Two member Tammy Baker. Thanks for spending time with us at camp. Wednesday night's actvities included a visit from Charles Wheeler, an astronomer from Temple. Enthusiastic campers had the opportunity to view the craters on the moon and look at Mars and Venus with his powerful teiescope. All brave souls
Let's hear what your members and youth club are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com Got a question? Call 1 (800) 727-7578
then went on a night scavenger hunt planned by assistant District Youth Counselor Holly Narro and the LIT's. On Thursday morning we were once again entertained by the antics of the LIT's, the traditional underwear flag was flying high at sunrise. After group picture taking, we loaded up and headed home for some much needed rest. A big thank you to all of the adults who took the time out of their busy schedules to help make District One Camp an enjoyable and memorable epereince for ur youth members. A special thanks to Ethel rife for serving as lifeguard and to my assistants, Ann Schoeneman and Holly narro for all their help. We'll do it again next year. Fraternally yours, Susan Skrabanek District One Youth Counselor (Editor's Note: Watch for accompanying photographs in next week's Vestnik.) —SPJST-
District Two campers
mix fun and rain at Camp Val Verde Dear Readers, Anyone needing rain? Let District Two campers plan to spend a few days at Camp Val Verde and the rain will come. I spent a few minutes visiting with Nancy McClaren of McGregor just a few days before our district camp. She talked of how dry everything was on their farm. I assured her McGregor would have rain in a few days even though the chance was slight. Well, the prediction was correct. Once again, three years in a row, it rained during our camp. We know that the rain was much appreciated though. Our campers handled it very well. New Faces, LITs We had a wonderful camp!! Our numbers were up and there were many new faces of campers and chaperones. I want to thank all the campers for being so great. You were fantastic campers and you helped to make this one of the best camps ever. Thank you Leaders-in-Training (LITs) Jennifer Green, Tracy Betak, Kristene Muegge and Chad Cervenka of Taylor, Jessica Lyon, Jennifer Clear and Sara Wagner of Academy and Lisa Greger and Ryan Greger of Cyclone. Your guidance and attention toward our younger campers was super. Of course, camp wold not be possible without our chaperones. Emilie Tischler, (Granger), Tim Vanecek and Carol Tallas (Taylor), Rhonda Greger (Cyclone), Linda Wagner and Karen Bartek (Academy), Gary Skrabanek and David Koslovsky (Seaton) and lifeguard Erin Skrabanek (Seaton). This is the first time in many years we have had Elgin campers. We were so pleased to have several new
10NESTNIK—Wednesday, September 29, 999 chaperones from Elgin also: Floyd Bowen, Joyce Nelson and Raymond Nelson. Thank you!!
Former LITs—Now Chaperones How very pleased we were to have former District Two campers as first time chaperones, Tammy Baker, J.P. Chervenka, and Jennifer Ashcraft Chervenka of Cyclone. It was great having you back at Camp Val Verde. Thank you Assistant District Youth Counselor Richard Greger for all your help. Richard is always there, ready to help in any and every way. A special thank you to our camp nurse Glenda Hudler. Luckily, we did not keep Glenda too busy this year. Thank you, Glenda for volunteering your time. And many thanks to my right hand, Assistant DYC and my friend, Janet Lyon., Janet does so much prior to ca mp with all the preparation and so much to make camp fun. Thank you, Janet. You know I couldn't do it without you. It was great this year to have our State Youth Director Melanie and fiancee, David, come out and spend the night with us. Melanie got so involved with the campers and the hikes. Thank you Melanie and David. We also were glad to have President Leshikar come out and visit.
Arrival, Rules and Games Campers arrived on Friday, morning and we began our camp with introduction, rules and get-acquainted games led by our LITs. Our day continued with swimming, horseback riding and canoeing. This year's theme for our District Two Camp was "The Present, The Past and The Future." The above activities took care'of "The Present." "The Past" took us back to one of the traditions Czechs are known for—good ole homemade kolaches. Under the supervision of our talented Youth Leader Carol Tallas of Taylor, groups made kolaches. Were they ever delicious! Thank you, Carol for all the time you put into the activity. They were very delicious and eaten very quickly. The youth really enjoyed playing with and rolling out the dough. While we waited for the dough to rise Tammy Baker instructed the campers on making pound puppies. They turned out so cute.
First Aid, Medivac Helicopter We were very pleased to have Mr. Thomas Pechal of the Temple Fire Department come out and give us some tips on first aid. Everyone enjoyed his presentation and learned a lot from his question/answer session. My special thanks to Thomas for the coordination of Scott and White Medivac visit to Camp Val Verde. There was much excitement when the McGregor VFD truck came to the swamp. And only minutes later, the helicopter landed. We were all so excited to see the landing and then to find out we could sit in the helicopter. We give a special thanks to Scott and White Medivac pilot Mike Williams, Flight Nurse, De De Mercier and Flight Paramedic Jim Honea. They were so kind and answered so many questions. We enjoyed the visit and hope they enjoyed our kolaches. As you can see, our first day was filled with much excitement (and no rain).
Rain, Other Camp Activities Saturday included the usual camp activities, rain, horseback riding, swimming, more rain, games, canoeing, crafts, volleyball and free time visiting with friends. All activities were
altered, but worked out very well thanks to our super campers. The younger groups enjoyed a camp favorite, the shaving cream fight. I had a hard time recognizing those involved. As the older campers sat around observing or at least that's what I thought. It seemed to them that they were missing out and then everyone enjoyed the shaving cream. Then came the time for first-time campers and chaperones. Thank you, Janet for the initiation game. What good sports our newcomers were. Now they are ready for next year! Our evening ended with late swimming and a hike. Sunday, we continued on with the same schedule—rain, etc. Janet planned a great scavenger hunt with the group divided by two. It was great seeing each group working together.
Astronomer Visits Campers We were pleased to have Astronomer and Temple College instructor Charles Wheeler visit us and carry out the last portion of our camp theme, "The Future." Unfortunately, once again, the weather did not cooperate too well. There were no stars anywhere in sight. So, we gathered around the flag pole as Mr. Wheeler spoke about our galaxy—its sun, stars and planets. Of course, after Mr. Wheeler left, guess what appeared? Stars. We appreciated very much Mr. Wheeler's time and patience. He answered many questions from our campers, including future walks on the moon. Our last night of camp began and came to an end.
Campers Celebrate Countdown to 2000 To help celebrate "The Future" and the year 2000, we had a New Year's party. What else would be proper other than the traditional SPJST New Year's Eve dance? There were hats, horns, leis, loud music, dancing, snacks and black-eyed peas. Everyone danced, so mom and dad don't let your youth fool you—they can dance. Our countdown began at 11:59.50 seconds. What excitement and noise. Well, the clock struck 12 midnight, Auld Lang Syne played and what kissing and hugging! It was so much fun. We woke up the next morning knowing this had been one of our best camps. Unfortunately, we had to leave our friends and wait for our next activi ty to be together again. A poll was taken and everyone promised to be back next year. That says it all about our District Two camp. Thank you campers, chaperones and parents for being a part of our camp. Thank you to the SPJST Society for giving us this camping opportunity. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor (Editor's Note: Watch for accompanying photographs in next week's Vestnik.) --SPJST-
6, Cottonwood Youth Club treats grandparents Lodge
Dear Readers, The youth prepared a meal for their grandparents on Sunday, September 12. They also served them as they went through the serving line. I would like to thank all of the youth that help make this event sucessfully.
All the grandparents enjoyed the meal.
Fall Meeting Remember the fall meeting is Sunday, October 24 at Burleson. The youth will have a Christmas ornament contest. See your rule book for guidelines as to what it can be of and the size of it. The youth will have a booth at the arts and crafts show at Linden Hall on Saturday, October 30. We will have a variety of things to sell. Our club has one new member, Bracy Craig. We would like to welcome her to our club. The next youth club meeting will be Sunday, October 3 at 3:00. See you there. Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader (9/20/99) —SPJST-
6, Cottonwood Youth Club members to meet October 2 Lodge
Dear Readers, The youth club had their regular meeting, Sunday, September 12. The youth prepared a meal for the grandparents. We served chicken spaghetti, lasagne, corn salad, salad, garlic bread and a dessert. Everyone enjoyed the meal. Also, we gave each grandparent a small picture frame. Remember the Christmas ornament contest at the fall district meeting October 24 at Burleson. The next meeting will be Sunday, October 3 at 3:00 p.m. Fraternally Traci Dobecka (9/17/99) —SPJST-
6, Cottonwood Youth Cub members receive awards Lodge
Dear Readers, We held our meeting Sunday, September 12. We got our awards from the lodge for our entries in Youth Achievement Day and State YAD. We will have a new member in the youth club. Her name is Bracy Craig. We welcome her. Fraternally, Whitney Dobecka (9/22/99) —SPJST-
6, Cottonwood Youth Club member parades proudly in Czech attire Lodge
Dear Readers, Well, West Fest is over. We all took part in working in the booth. We also had a float in the West Fest parade. I was also in the parade of costumes. There was a very big crowd. We sold all our sausage kolaches by Sunday noon. Fraternally yours, Christi Sparkman (9/22/99) —SPJST-
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Thanks to seven-year-old Travis Purchis of Lodge 107, Floresville, for sending us a picture of his castle. Black and white printing doesn't do justice to his colorful artwork. Travis' inspiration was the recent SPJST State Royalty competition. Attendees will recall that a large castle scene provided the backdrop for this year's contest. Thanks, again Travis, for your initiative. Young members who enjoy painting, drawing and coloring are encouraged to share their special works with readers in the Vestnik. Short book and movie reviews are also invited.
Lodge 6, Cottonwood member expresses sentiments Dear Readers, At our meting, we discussed, the Christmas ornament contest for the fall district meeting. We also discussed having a booth at the Linden Hall Lodge 66 Garage Sale. We prepared a meal at our meeting to honor all grandparents present. Everyone had a good time. I would like to tell my grandma and grandpa how special they are and I love them very much. Fraternally yours, Celia Dobecka (9/22/99) —SPJST-
29, Taylor Youth Club member enjoys Fiesta Texas Lodge
Dear Vestnik Readers, I would just like to thank Patsy Koslovsky for getting our District Two trip to Fiesta Texas together. I had such a great time there with all my friends from the district. I can't wait until next year. Thanks again. Fraternally yours, Tracy Betak —SPJST-
66, Waco Youth Club treats Moody nursing home residents Lodge
On September 19, 1999, the youth club meeting was called to order by
Wednesday, September 29, 1999—VESTNIK/11 Candice McAdams. Michael Tierce lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. We had nine youth and five adults. The minutes were read and approved. On September 18, the youth club event to Mood Nursing Home and served ice cream. Some of our future activities are: • September 25 - Moody parade • October 2 - Bake sale at Sam's from 9 to 12 • October 24 - District Three Fall meeting at Lodge 180, Burleson; the youth can enter a Christmas ornament contest. Next month, the youth are to bring candy for Moody Nursing Home residents for trick or treat. Reporter Justin Engelke (9121/99) —SPJST-
Lodge 84, Dallas
Youth Club dances Beseda Vestnik Readers, A circle of Beseda Dancers that included J.J. and Jamie Novak, Rusty and Leslie Sims, Jarod and Marchele Olds, and Brooks Zabojnik and Mandy Faraizl, were invited to dance the Beseda on Saturday, September 11,1999, at "A Millennium Fantasy," the name of this year's annual gala at the Wells Fargo Bank in Lakewood, a suburb of Dallas.
A Worthy Cause Our group was privileged to Dance for the attendees to this worthy fundraiser sponsored by "D.O.T.," a volunteer organization whose proceeds go toward alleviating financial woes for the indigent terminally ill and their family member dependents provided through a voucher system. Since 1990, Jim Davis founded D.O.T., (as a non-profit out-reach program), which accepts monetary donations all year. D.O.T. also accepts donations to their food pantry and consignment re-sale store on a continuing basis. Among the other multi-cultural performers at this Gala were the Fire Fighters, a band formed by former 84 Youth Club member Richard Andreason and his friends. Our group also enjoyed tasting the multi-cultural food sponsored by area businesses, a "Czech Taste" of which was provided by Rudolph's Meat Market and served to us by Brandon Andreason, another former 84 Youth Club member. We'd also like to thank the father of one of our Youth Club members for volunteering to give his professional advice to help the Gala fix their blown generator when all the lights went out; and also a big thank you for the police cruiser that hooked up our Beseda music to his loud speaker, so we could dance on time anyway, until they finally got the electricity back on. Now, that's a great example of community out-reach in action! A great time was had by all performers and attendees alike and we hope we are invited to display our Czech Heritage again next year for this worthy cause. Sincerely, Sister Mandy Faraizl (9/17/99) —S PJ ST—
Lodge 97, Placedo
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Youth Club makes Youth Club member takes a shine to camp certificates for grandparents Dear Readers, This was my first year at camp. Everyone was real nice to me. The picture with this letter is of me and my new friends at Camp Lone Star this summer. We were at a sing-along. I enjoyed singing and the outdoors. I can't wait till next year. Fraternally, Dana Vanek (6) (9/17/99) —SPJST-
Lodge 97, Placedo
Youth Club member enjoys District Six trip to San Antonio Dear Readers, I enjoyed San Antonio (District youth trip to the Institute of Texan Cultures). I liked the old tractor because it was very big. The picture sent with this letter shows me by it (with sister, Dana and Christopher Vanek of Hallettsville). I enjoyed spending the night and swimming with others that day. I want to go again because there was alot to see there. Fraternally, Dean Vanek (5) (9/17/99) —SPJST-
Dear Members, We had a meeting on September 12, 1999. My friend, Blake went to the meeting with me. Blake and I stayed for the adult meeting. It was made certificates for them. Fraternally, Travis Purchis (7) (9/20/99) —SPJST-
Lodge 177, Academy
Youth Club members encouraged to create ornaments The August meeting of Lodge 177 Academy Youth Club was called to order at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 15 by President Sara Wagner. We had eight members and five adults present. We welcomed Cory Halpain and Samantha Beck as youth club members.
Old Business We discussed the District Two trip to Fiesta Texas that was held the previous day. We all had a great time.
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Scenes from District One Summer Camp Scenes from District Two Summer Camp District Three Summer Camp report be selling barbecue sandwiches, chips, drinks, and baked goods. We will also have Frisbees for sale. We will also be participating in the parade. All youth club members need to donate baked items and drinks and help work during the day. The District Two fall meeting is scheduled for September. This is when the Christmas Ornament contest is held. To help encourage all youth club members to enter, we will be making ornaments after our September meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 2:20 p.m. After the meeting, the members worked on Vestnik projects. Our next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, September 12 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Jordan Lyon (12) Reporter (9/23/99) —SPJST-
We will be having a fund raiser at the Bartlett Friendship Fest. We will
Lodge 97, Placedo Youth Club Members Share District Six Summer Scenes
Lodge 177, Academy
Youth club to raise funds at Bartlett Friendship Fest The September meeting of Lodge 177 Academy Youth Club was called to order on Sunday, September 15 at 2 p.m. by President Sara Wagner. Visitor Michael S. led the Pledge of Allegiance. We had 13 members and four adults present. The youth were reminded about our fund raiser and parade entry at the Bartlett Friendship Fest on Saturday 25 in downtown Bartlett. All members need to be there by 9 a.m. with their donated goods.
District Two Fall Meeting Christopher Vanek of Hallettsville and Dana and Dean Vanek of Victoria pose in front of heir favorite display at the Institute of Texas Cultures.
The District Two Fall meeting was held on Sunday, September 19 at Cyclone. Don't forget your Christmas, ornament.
Make a Difference Day We are planning on helping the mother lodge and the community on Make a Difference Day, October 23. The meeting was adjourned at 2:34 p.m. Members enjoyed snacks furnished by the Lyons. We worked on Vestnik projects, made certificates for Grandparents' Day and made Christmas ornaments.
Next Meeting October 12
Dana Vanek, front, and her brother, Dean, share a seat with two new friends — Danielle Zahiman and Kenna Bubela, who they met at comp.
Our next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, October 10 at 2 p.m. We will be having a Halloween social after the meeting. Hope to see everyone there. Fraternally, Jordan Lyon (12) Reporter (9/23/99)
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District Five Youth Counselor Marie Stayton reembers how to ride her bicycle again.
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Sestry a broth: Schfizi byla zahajena v 2 hodiny 12.zari. Vlajky nastolily Jessica Kirby a Patrick Greger. Na listku nemocn9ch byli John H Hrugka, Joe Sefeik a Theresa Chlapek. Nav gtevnici byli Jerry Kueera a Lonnie Schroeder. Tajemnice Adeline Kohutek pfeeetla protokol z minule schuze a byla ptijat, tak jak byl napsan. Novi eleni ptijati jsou transfer Erna Kovar, No. 29, Woodrow Marek, Amber M. Graves, Josef Morris, Kathleen M. Bethke, Daniel H. Wiley, Helen Wiley, Lori E. Honeycut, Michael R. McCoslin a Amber M. Carlson. Edwin Vagidek podal zpravu za dozorei vybor a Donna Baea podala zpravu mladeie. Mela 13 alenii, 4 nav gtevnice a tti dospele. Vyroei silatku budou slavit Dolores a Calvin Skrabanek a Wallace a Elsie Jei. Naroieniny bude slavit Monroe a Lowvica Lucko a Donna Baea. ceny dostali James Dvetni . .krabanek, Margie Niekamp, Joyce ' Icrabanek, Ann Hejl, Willie Kohutek, Edward Mare g, Lonnie Schroeder, Leon Je2ek, Vallie Zavodn5r, Ella Pomykal, Henry Janio'ek, Dorothy Pechal, Dan a Ann Balugek, Lucy Mihatsch a Josef Morris. Ptigti schilze bude 13.fijna v 2 hodiny odpoledne. Z pozdravem, Emily Mikeska Stuteville
Mile sestry a bratti: Nage schfize ktera se konala v nedeli 15. srpna nemela tak velkou navgtevu jak obvykle. Je to asi tim mnoho lidf mail jegte dovolenou a jezdi na ruzna v9letni mista a nebo may rodine shroma2deni. Schilze zadala ye 2 hodiny odpoledne. Nage tajemnice Margaret Schaufelle nemohla b9t pfitomna protoie jela s jejl rodinou na dovolenou. Jejf misto zaujal bratr Matula. Nejprve jsme vzdali test nal vlajce a pak jsme uctili pamatku na zesnule eleny jednou minutou ticha. Bratr Matula pfeeet1 zpravy z minule schfize podal finaneni zpravy a vSe bylo ptijato beze zmeny. Na liste nemocn9ch byl Ruby Valchar, Carmen Mazac, a Anthony K Trilicek, ptejeme jim brzke uzdraveni. Svatebni v9rai v srpnu slavili tito dleni: Grace a Emil Rohan 58 roku a Anthony a Alma Trilicek 62 roky. Ptejeme obema *um mnoho zdravi a gtesti do budoucnosti. Narozeniny v srpnu mela Sestra Valerie Popp. Odmenu za fidast ye schazi obraeli 1. Emil Matula, 2. Viola Kurtz, 3. Evelyn Matula. "Split the Pot" vyhrali Viola Kurtz a William Mara. Bratr Mara venoval jeho v9hru na gemu tadu. Po schtizi meli jsme dobrou svaeinu a hrali jsme ruzne hry. Na ge pti gti schilze bude v nedeli 19. zati ye 2 hodiny odpoledne na obvyklem miste Na shledanou s vami se tegi Miloslava Phelpsova -SPJST-
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Czech Culture Center Houston gala night one to remember The Czech Cultural Center Houston hosted its Fourth Annual Fund Raiser/Gala and Silent Auction on Friday, August 27, 1999 at the elegant Warwick Park Plaza Hotel. The theme for the evening was Building the Future - Remembering the Past: "A Night of Czech Music, Dinner and Dance." The old European ambiance of the Houston Warwick Hotel was a great setting for this annual event. Some 450 guests enjoyed the beautiful listening and dancing music of the Gus Lindemann Orchestra after hearing the beautiful sounds of Smetana and Dvorak on a Grand Petrof piano played by pianist Eva Jarolim and hearing the Czech and Slovak anthems sung acappela by Helen Hegwood. The last moment cancellation of a scheduled appearance of Astronaut Captain Eugene A. Cernan, USN (ret.) signing his recently published book, The Last Man on the Moon, was heard with the news of his short hospitalization following an international tour. His spirit, however, prevailed. The World Champion Czech Republic Boxing Team members and their Coach Svatopluk Zacek were a hit with the crowd posing for pictures before they departed to the George R. Brown Convention Center for the awarding of medals.
Special Greetings Sent Special greetings to the guests were sent by Governor George W. Bush, The Honorable Lee P. Brown, Mayor, Czech Ambassador, His Excellency Alexandr Vondra, Houston Chronicle Associate publisher/editor Mr. Jack Loftis and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee sent her Congressional Aide Marie Dixon to convey her personal greetings to the guests, which were both historical and very moving. A U.S. Flag which was flown over the Capitol in Washington was presented to Chairman Effie M. Rosene for the Czech Cultural Center Houston in honor of the occasion. The flag will be raised during the opening ceremonies of the Center upon its completion.
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Prize Winners Announced Well known and loved emcee, former Channel 11 meteorologist Kathie Turner kept the crowd entertained while touting the Capital Campaign building fund needed for the organization and promoting the almost 100 high quality silent auction items up for bid. Houstonians Roy and Rebecca Vajdak were the ecstatic winners of the fantastic first prize trip to Prague, Czech Republic including air and accommodations for one week and Yolanda Clark winner of the Bohemian cut crystal eight light chandelier. Dallasite Margaret Klecka was the winner of the highly prized and col-
lectible Czechoslovakian made porcelain and gold, hand-painted tea set.
Guests Introduced Dr. Arthur M. Jansa, Capital Campaign Co-Chairman introduced Honorary Czech Consul and Campaign Co-Chairman Mr. Raymond J. Snokhous who then recognized Don and Barbara Jordan (he worked for Don Jordan, currently Chairman of the Board of Reliant Energy for 15 years at Houston Industries), Dr. Jimmy and Roberta Howell, Dr. Bill and Barbara Winters, Representative Tom Uher and his wife, Ann, Louis Kocurek of San Antonio, Carolyn Wright, President of the Houston West Chamber of Commerce, Judge Zeke Zebranek and wife, Nelda and Graham Painter, Vice President of Reliant Energy. Raymond J. Snokhous, Dr. Marvin and Jean Chernosky, Don and Nancy Sheffield, Bernice Havelka, Charles and Bettie Friedel Saunders, Louis and Oleta Hanus, Dr. Art and Delores Jansa, Reliant Energy, James and Joyce Braus, Tim and Rosalee Kostom, the Marek Family Companies, Allen and Dorothy Chernosky, K.J.Z.T. Societies 109, 114 and 119, Grace Skrivanek, Earthman's, Bill and Edna Cox, Bill and Effie Rosene and Dr. Ervin and Dr. Vlasta Adam were among the underwriters.
All Proceeds Directed to Campaign The Czech Cultural Center Chairman of the Board Effie M. Rosene stated every dollar of proceeds would become part of the $4.5 million dollar Capital Campaign proceeds to build a first-of-its kind facility in the museum or mid-town district. Plans include a museum, concert/lecture hall, art galleries, teaching academy, Czech and Slovak specialties restaurant, library/archives and a Welcome/Information Center to promote, preserve, record and celebrate the culture, language and arts of Bohemia, Moravia, Slovakia and Silesia. The general and Czech community will be served while promoting international trade and friendship with the Czech and Slovak lands. Effie Rosene —SPJST-
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October 1 - 30 Czech Heritage Month - Watch the Vestnik for Czech celebrations throughout the month. October 13 In Concert: Czech Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra of Prague, Czech Republic at Rice University Stude Concert Hall at 8 p.m. Tickets for open seating are $20 and can be obtained by calling (713) 285-5400. October 17 Czech Heritage Day at the State Fair, Dallas. Activities held at Marine Field. For information, contact Larry Laznovsky at (972) 878-5987 —SPJST-
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FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR Sunday, October 1 7-Distict One Fall meeting; details later
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 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 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, October 1-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Sunday. October 3-Rienke family reunion Sunday. October 3-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, October 9-wedding Sunday, October 10-Ashley family reunion Friday, October 15-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 23-Urban family reunion Sunday. October 24-R,V.O.S No. 46 fall meeting
LODGE 18, ELGIN Saturday, October 2-Granger Polka Boys, mix music, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Tickets $5 per person Sunday, October 10-Cloverleaf Orchestra, mixed music, 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets $5 each. Kitchen will be open. Sunday, October 17-Music Masters, mixed music, 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $5 per person. Kitchen will be open. Sunday, October 24-Lutheran Brotherhood Dance; music by Allen Tally and the Country Playboys. Open to the public. 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $5 per person. Kitchen will be open 2:30 to 7:30 serving sandwiches, nachos and dinners.
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) 8265863.
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) 2813711. Lodge 18 is non-smoking.
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) 5930090. LODGE 16, BILA HORA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of August and December at 2 p.m.
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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, October 2-Sebek Reunion Saturday, October 9-Lodge Work Day Monday, October 11-Lodge Meeting; Covered Dian Dinner social at 7 p.m.; meeting at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 16-Grand Casino Trip Saturday, October 23-Private Rental Saturday, October 30-Czech Heritage Day: Doors open at 3 p.m. SPJST Museum display, sausage plates, refreshments, music by the Praha Brothers from 3:30 to 5 p.m., Polka Mass at 5:30 p.m. Dance from 7 to 10:30 p.m. with music by the Vrazels Polka Band; dance tickets $5 for adults, 13 and under free. Friday - Saturday, November 5 - 6 - Sixth Annual Barbecue Cook-Off and Countywide Sale Day. $1,350 guaranteed prize money. Chili dinner and karaoke on Friday night. To enter cook-off, please contact Harold Vanicek at (254) 583-2354. To buy a vendor booth at the county-wide sale, please contact LaVerne Cabla at (254) 985-2354.
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For your enjoyment, Flag Hall now offers pool and an assortment of arcade games. Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Flag Hall is located 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53. For more information regarding hall bookings or to reserve Flag Hall, please contact Brian Vanicek at (254) 985-0007.
LODGE 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) 648-231 7. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call (409) 543-7387 or (409) 5415759.
LODGE 25, ENNIS Saturday, October 9-Wedding Thursday, October 14-Lodge meeting, 8 p.m. Saturday, October 16-Private wedding Friday-Saturday, October 22-23-Class reunion Saturday, October 30-Private rental Thursday. November 11-Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 13-Dance: Gary P. Nunn Saturday, November 20-wedding
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 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) 8758381 and leave a message. LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Sunday, October 17-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. (Date changed due to the District Six Fall meeting on October 10.) 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 29, TAYLOR 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) 352-9139, (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 Sunday, October 10-District Six Fall meeting at Victoria Electric Co-op 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 Saturday, October 2-Dance with music by Classie Ballou Sunday, October 10-R.V.O.S. Lodge 50 meeting, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, October 10-Lodge meeting at 3 p.m. Membership luncheon following. Sunday, November 14-SPJST Pavelka Cemetery meeting, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, November 14-Lodge meeting, 3 p.m.
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LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 39, :RYAN Lodge meengs are 1:-.e third Sunday of each month at 1:30 Lunch is at 12:30, followed by maa:tjna and social. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items.
LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, October 2-Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five Sunday, October 3-Lodge and youth club meetings, 2 p.m. Saturday, October 9-Private wedding Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances in 1999 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Dorothy Pechal at (254) 985-2545 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Saturday, October 23-Progressive "42' Tournament: Registration begins at 8:15 a.m., play begins at 9:15 a.m. Contact Bobby L. Wuensche (512) 365-3013. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 49, ROWENA Friday, December 17-50-year pin presentation, Everyday Heroes awards, monthly game social. More details later. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. 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) 826-5990 (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 Sunday, October 31 - Fund raiser: Halloween dance with music by Red Ravens, 3 to 7 p.m. Prize drawing, prizes given, lots of fun/food available. Donation $7 per person at door/$6 pre-sale. For information, contact je rry Eizner (512) 991-'748 or Jerry Sijansky (512) 937-4324. Benefits Texas Czech Heritage and Culture Center, La Grange, Texas.
Wednesday, September 29, 999—VESTNIK/15 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) 8529042. 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. 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 Sunday, October 3—Lodge 84 Picnic: 11 a.m. till ? Free admission. Games outside— washes, horseshoes, etc. Games inside— dominos, taroky, cards, etc. Games for kids, too! Barbecue beef and sausage will be served donated by Rudolph's Meat Market and Sid and Justine Pokladnik. Members are asked to bring a side dish and dessert. Free draft beer and soft drinks (other beverages half price). Music for listening and dancing wil be provided by the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra. The Cowboys vs. Cardinals football game will be televised live in the Conference Room beginning at noon. Sunday, October 17—Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas, Opening Ceremonies and Program at the Marine Parade Ground, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon., October 18—Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. located at the hall, 2625 Floyd Street. For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 352-4397 or Ben Jarma at 3481514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557. 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 88, HOUSTON Friday, October 1—Country Kin, c/w; under 13 only with parents. Tickets $6 each. Saturday, October 2—Vrazels, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each Saturday, October 9—Bobby Layne, big band; *Dress Code. Tickets $11 each Friday, October 15—Country Knights, c/w; under 13 only with parents. Tickets $6 each. Saturday, October 16—Granger Polka Boys, polka/variety. Admission $6 per person. Saturday, October 23—Central Texas Sounds, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each. Sunday, October 31—Lodge 88 Czech Day; watch for details in October.
March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 97, PLACEDO 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 Six Fall Meeting, hosted by Lodge 97 at Victoria County Electric Co-op Building. (Many volunteers needed. Please 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 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 107, FLORESVILLE 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 Weekend of November 19 - 21—Lodge 130 Camp-out at Fort Parker State Park. Please notify Rose Ann Parma at (972) 986-7650 before October 15 so you and your family can be included. 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 Wednesday, October 6—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m. 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 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 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, October 3—Dance with music by Gary Lee Country and Western Band, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, October 17—Texas Dutchmen, polka/waltz, 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 30—Youth - Halloween, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.
Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Ballroom dancing every Friday night and New Year's Eve; 9 p.m. until 12 a.m. 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/Tarok 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
LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, October 10—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Sunday, November 14—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. 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 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Hinze Bar-B-Que 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 Tuesday, October 12—Lodge meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Darrell and Brenda Vojacek. 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, Sept. and Dec. at 3 p.m. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Sunday, October 10—Lodge quarterly meeting beginning at 2 p.m. in the Wall Fire Hall. LODGE 161, LA PARITA-JOURDANTON Sunday, October 24—Lodge meeting; Jourdanton State Bank; 4 p.m. Sunday, November 7—Hosting District Seven Family Fun Day at Longhorn Museum, east of Pleasanton on Highway 290. A catered meal of turkey, dressing and all the trimmings will be served at noon for $3 per plate. Please call Bettie House (830) 281-8246 by November 2 with number of plates. Sunday, November 21—Lodge meeting, 4 p.m. at Jourdanton State Bank 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. 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, October 2—Joe Singleton Saturday, October 9—Down Time Saturday, October 16—Austin Saturday, October 23—Country Delux Saturday, October 30—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) 542-1774 or call the lodge hall (281) 487-3297. Starting January, 1999, Lodge 172 will be renting the hall on the last Saturday of each month. For reservations, call the lodge hall (281) 487-3297. 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. 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. 1-74-2042239-0 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 Lions Club Building in Carmine at 201 Centennial Street. LODGE 180, BURLESON Sunday, October 24—Lodge hosts District Three Fall meeing. Brisket/sausage, vegetables, homemade bread and variety of desserts, coffee and tea will be served. 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 Hitcher 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) 4572138. 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 Sunday, October 3—Lodge meeting. Special note: the time has been moved up to 3 p.m. for this meeting only as there will be special entertainment by accordion players. Board meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Youth meetings are the first Sunday of at 3 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, please call (512) 2551554 or (512) 255-3415. 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, Sept. and Dec. 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, Sept. and Dec. at 7 p.m. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Saturday, October 9—City Polka Boys Saturday, October 30—Country Knights 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. —SPJST-
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