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

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

BENEVOLENCE VOLUME 88 NUMBER 14

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

TCHCC amphitheater groundbreaking set forApril 8 Groundbreaking for the amphitheater at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 8 at the site of the amphitheater, off U.S. Highway 77 North and Fairground Road. A reception will be held afterward at the Round Up Hall.

Members and the general public are invited to attend.

Fayette County Judge Ed Janecka will serve as emcee for the event. The Beseda dancers of SPJST Lodge 30 in Taiton and the Kovanda's Czech Band of Fayetteville will provide the entertainment. Participants will include major donors and the Center's officers and board of directors. In the event of inclement weather, the event will move into the Round Up Hall, adjacent to the site.

Overlooking the Colorado

Nestled in a cove on a high hill overlooking the Colorado River, the amphitheater will be the first outdoor performance facility on the Lower Colorado River. Instituted with seed money from the LCRA in 1998, the amphitheater will be available for concerts, plays and other productions by community groups, touring shows or foreign exchange performances.

Performances will be open to any qualified group and will not be limited to those with a Czech theme.

The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange will be an interactive historical and cultural center dedicated to the heritage of Texas' one million Czechs. The Center will be built on 70 acres above the Colorado River off Highway 77 in La Grange. It will include a museum/library/archives, amphitheater, living history farm, living history Texas Czech village, interpretive nature trail and picnic area.

SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Rates subject to change without notice

April 5, 2000

person's loue for spouse and children and flconcern ouer their welfare are good reasons to

keep one's life insurance contract in good standing.

But sometimes, even the most well-planned insurance program becomes outdated. For that reason, it's a good idea to occasionally review your certificate and see if 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.

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• Lodge 215, • South Plains .0 set to re,...Ave • charter Apr!' 15

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S • Dear Brothers and Sisters, • • Please note that the SPJST will • be chartering a new lodge in • District Four on Saturday, April • • 15, 2000 at the Lynn County o • Pioneers Center at 1612 South • • Third Street in Tahoka. Activities • • are scheduled to get under way at • • • 12 noon. Lunch will be served. • • All SPJST members and friends • • are cordially invited to join us for • • • this important occasion.

• • Fraternally submitted, • • Stanley Broz • • District Four Director • • —SPJST— 4. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • al Originated by a coalition of Texas Czech organizations, the Center is a non-profit organization. A $17 million capital campaign to fund the Center is currently under way. To contribute to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center or for more information about the project, please contact the Center's office (979) 968-9399.

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—SPJSTUniversal Life 7.00% for Annualized*

Roth IRA

Home or Farm Mortgages:

6.00% for Annualized*

7.00% for 1 to 7 years 7.50% for 8 to 15 years 7.75% for 16 to 20 years 8.00% for 21 to 30 years

Annuity II

Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages

Annuity I

8.75% for 10 years 9.00% for 11 to 15 years

BROTHERHOOD

HUMANITY

6.00% for Annualized" Certificates issued 4-1-93 and after

5.00% for Annualized* Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93

*Rates effective 2-1-2000 through 4-30-2000

By-law recommendations

de t^ committee Ap;Al 13 Convention time is drawing near! lease take note of the following dates.

All recommendations for changing bylaws must be signed and in the hands of the By-Law Committee Secretary prior to April 13, 2000, in order to be considered. The secretary will forward all signed recommended changes to the by-laws to the Vestnik for publication.

Recommendations will be accepted from individual members as well as from lodges. If you can tie the recom-

mendation to a published by-law number, please do so. Also remember to sign all recommendations!

APRIL 13, 2000 DEADLINE FOR RECOMMENDATIONS! JUNE 12, 13, 14 CONVENTION Beverly J. Teplicek By-Law Committee Secretary 817 FM 381 Rowena, Texas 76875

—SPJST-

Fun and Important SPJST Dates Family

April 6 April 8 April 8 April 9 April 13 April 15 April 16 April 16 April 18-20 April 30 May 13 May 28 June 2-4 June 12-14

District Two Delegates Meeting at SPJST Home Office Oldies Rock and Roll Dance at Lodge 38, Kovar Lodge 180 Burleson Easter/Spring Dance District One Spring Meeting at Lodge 186, Caldwell Deadline for Recommendations to By-Law Committee Chartering of Lodge 215, South Plains; Lynn County Pioneers Center 100th Anniversary Banquet at Lodge 32, Victoria District Four Spring Meeting, Seymour Seniors Center Hosted by Lodge 73, Seymour Supreme Lodge Meeting, SPJST Home Office District Three Spring Meeting, Lodge 66, Waco State Horseshoe Tournament at Temple Lions Park Spring Festival at Lodge 80, Holland Teen Leaders Workshop at Peaceable Kingdom Retreat SPJST 28th Convention, Temple

Keep in touch.

Toll Free: 1 (800) 727-7578 Web Site: www. spjst.com Home Office E-mail: info@sojst.com

2IVESTNIK—Wednesday, April 5, 2000

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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

POSTMASTER. Send address changes to VESTNIK do Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MATT S. VANEK DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, TX 77904

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 H - 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 HOHMANN, 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) 620-7025 BY-LAW COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - CLARENCE MATULA, BOX 533, LA GRANGE, TX 78945 - (979) 968-2881 DISTRICT H - 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 - (972) 442-4841 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 (361) 578-3279

DISTRICT VII - BETTIE HOUSE, 1721 CONTINENTAL DRIVE, PLEASANTON, TX 78064 (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - ERNEST WENTRCEK, 1530 BENNETT, BRYAN, TX 77802 - (979) 822-6397 DISTRICT II - FRANK PAJESTKA, JR., P.O. BOX 381, HOLLAND, TX 76534 - (817) 657-8176 DISTRICT III - MICHAEL GALLER, 526 KAREN, WACO, TX 76706 - (254) 662-4934 DISTRICT IV - HERMAN D. WEISE, CHMN. 6 FM HWY. 765, SAN ANGELO, TX 76905 (915) 651-8550 DISTRICT V - JERRY PROCHAZKA, V. CHMN., 20507 RAMSEY ROAD, BOX 634, CROSBY, TX 77532 - (713) 328-3004 DISTRICT VI - RITA VANEK, SCTY., P.O. BOX 901, EL CAMPO, TX 77437 - (409) 543-6220 DISTRICT VII - MONTA FOSTER, 4 BOB WHITE, SAN MARCOS, TX - 78666 - (512) 3532948; (H); (512) 293-5624 (Ranch) INSURANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, SCTY. ROUTE 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - ALBIN MACHU, V. CHMN., 2204 SMITH AVE., TAYLOR, TX 76574 - (512) 365-5489 DISTRICT III - BEN JARMA, 9512 LEASIDE DR., DALLAS, TX 75238 - (214) 348-1514 DISTRICT IV - LEONARD JANSA, CHMN., 6617 PLAINVIEW DRIVE, SAN ANGELO, TX - 76905 (915) 651-8045.

DISTRICT V - EDNA WEHRING, 1831 CRYSTAL CT, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 864-2815 DISTRICT VI - JEROME J. HLAVATY, BOX 174, LOLITA, TX 77971 - (361) 874-4461 DISTRICT VII - POLLY BAYER, 1100 HOSPITAL BLVD., FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 - (830) 216-7954 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR BARBARA ROSENKRANZ, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: derose@stonemedia.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MELANIE ZAVODNY, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: TX 76503 melaniez@vvm.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, RT. 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 764 S. ST. JOSEPH STREET, BURLINGTON, TEXAS 76519 - (254) 985-2396 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SANDRA JANSA, 6617 PLAINVIEW, SAN ANGELO, TX 76904 - (915) 651-8045 DISTRICT V - MARIE STAYTON, 1126 PRINCE STREET, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 836-1609 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 12360 RICHMOND AVE., APT. NO. 1134, HOUSTON, TX 77082 - (281) 679-5567 DISTRICT VII - LIZ BIELEFELD, ROUTE TWO, BOX 154-B, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 (830) 393-6037 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

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

1-800-72-SPJST After Office Hours and/or Weekends, call STATE FIELD MANAGER GENE McBRIDE, NO. 7 Frank James, MPR BELTON, TX 76513 - (254) 780-1906 DISTRICTS 1 and 7 Larry Wagner (830) 276-4414 or (830) 742-4463 (Home) E-mail: insagent@texas.net DISTRICTS 2 and 3 Jerry Kucera (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz (915) 442-3038 or (915) 442-3141 (Home) DISTRICTS 5 and 6 Jim Wiest (361) 782-5597 Houston: (713) 249-9596 E-mail: Jimatspjst@aol.com

CHANGES OF ADDRESS, PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE CONCERNING DELIVERY OF THE VESTNIK MUST BE SENT TO SUPREME LODGE FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503. ADVERTISING SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE VESTNIK, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TEXAS 76503.

Don't Let Time Sneak Up On You Let's Get It Fixed Well, it finally happened. Time caught up to me this Sunday. Thanks to the shift in Daylight Savings Time, my wristwatch is once again accurate.

For the past five months — thanks to a broken stem — my watch had been set on Eastern Standard Time. The time change solved the problem — at least on the surface . . . The watch is still broken and needs to be fixed. It isn't a life-and-death situation; however, it helps to illustrate a point: Some things just won't get done unless you make them happen.

The decision to purchase life insurance is like that.

It's a simple task that is all too easy to put off. There's always "later." As we all know, it doesn't always work that way ...

If you know someone who is uninsured — or if you are without adequate coverage, please consider the following facts: An insurance certificate issued by the SPJST is a safe asset and one that can increase in value as it grows older. What's more, the rate at which you can purchase life insurance increases the older you get.

If you delay, you may escape illness, accident or premature death, but you can't escape the payment of a higher premium.

Some things you can put off indefinitely. Buying life insurance isn't one of them. For more information on SPJST's competitively priced ModTerm insurance or any of the many other coverage plans available through the SPJST, please contact your local lodge sales representative. If you're not sure who that it, please contact the Insurance Department at the SPJST Home Office at 1 (800) 727-7578 and they'll put you in touch with a sales representative in your area.

Back to the wristwatch. It's important to take care of the little things, too, They have a way of snow-balling if you let them. I'll be dropping the watch off at the shop on Tuesday to get it fixed!

Partners in Progress "Powerful partnerships are coalitions laced with honesty. Truth and candor are seen as tools for growth rather than devices for disdain. Partners serve each other straight talk mixed with compassion and care."

—Chip R. Bell Like a lot of you, I'm looking forward to the Twenty-Eighth Convention in Temple. It's an exciting prospect — an opportunity to evaluate our organization and its progreSs — and then to build on our strengths.

The democratic process that helps to define and characterize our Society can be a very healthy and rejuvenating exercise.

With an emphasis on accountability and a commitment to high ideals, decisions made at the Year 2000 Convention can enable the SPJST to more effectively respond to its members needs and the challenges of our changing world.

Reform and innovation are healthy processes and they are what keep us growing. With that thought in mind, please note that again, on the cover of this week's Vestnik is a reminder from the By-Laws Committee, encouraging members to submit their recommendations to that committee by the all important April 13 deadline.

To date, several lodges and districts have conducted formal delegates meetings and that's great. By and large, the sessions have provided delegates and other interested members with a forum for airing and addressing the challenges and opportunities facing our fraternal order.

Elections are also a necessary condition of democracy and of our fraternal benefit society. Our Supreme Lodge officers, directors and Editor's position will all be decided during the convention. The opportunity to participate in free elections is central to the theme of a free society. As it (Continued on next page.)

"It's important to take care of the little things, too.

They have a wa of snow-balling you let them."

Lodge reporters, others encouraged to submit local lodge histories In that 2000 is a convention year, the Vestnik will once again be presenting a special issue in June dedicated in part to chronicling the history of our local lodges — especially as that relates to happenings since the

last convention.

Please submit your articles and photographs to the Vestnik no later than May 24 to ensure that they get included in this update issue.

If you have any questions, please call the Editor's office at the SPJST Home Office, toll free, at 1 (800) 727-7578, or call locally at 7731575. Thank you for your attention.

Fraternally yours, Brian Vanicek, Editor —SPJST-

Wednesday, April 5, 2000—VESTNIK/3

FROM THE PRESIDENT'S OFFICE

Chartering of Lodge 215, South Plains On: April 15, 2000 • At: Senior Citizens Tahoka • 12 Noon

Gifts to the SPJST Scholarship Memorial Fund Contributions have been made to the SPJST Scholarship Memorial Fund by the following SPJST members, friends of the society and lodges. Great thanks is

extended to all of these donors who help contribute to a better future for worthy young members through the Scholarship Program.

In Memory of Frank E. Hejl from Bob and Rosalie Horton In Memory of Ed Skrabanek from Evelyn Gebala In Memory of Patricia Gene Hahn from Matt and Henrietta Vanek In Memory of William J. Temple from Syble Temple In Memory of Lorene Gommert from SPJST Lodge 80, Holland In Memory of Jim Zezula from Mr and Mrs. Leslie Duncan In Memory of Joe A. Martinek from SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis Officers and Members In Memory of Joe A. Martinek from Leslie and Martha Mach In Memory of Joe A. Martinek from Kay Lynn Kovar In Memory of Agnes Kresta from SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje In Memory of Floyd Freed from SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje —SPJST-

Song writer seeks assistance of Czech lyricist in tribute to Sid Pokladnik

director, leading the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra for more than 30 years.

Thanks!

Fraternally yours, Emil M. "Doc" Mancell 6268 Ravendale Lane Dallas, Texas 75214

Dear Brian, Enclosed is sheet music which I composed in January 1937. I thought (Editor's Note: Accompanying Brother maybe we could get somebody to put Mancell's kind letter were three 8 1/2" Czech words to it. We have not been x 11" pieces of sheet music. Any readable to, thus would you publish the ers interested in working on the comnotes only—no words—in Vestnik, position are encouraged to call me at 1 dedicating it in Sid Pokladnik's memo- (800) 727-7578 and I'll get a copy in ry? He was my friend of over 50 the mail to you. Thank you.) years. He was also a musician and —SPJST-

186, Caldwell Hosts District One Spring Meeting April 9 Lodge

Please note that the lodge building is located just off Highway 36 on the south side of Caldwell.

The District One Spring Meeting will be held on Sunday, April 9, 2000 at Lodge 186, Caldwell SPJST hall.

Registration will begin at 1:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 2 p.m.

The election of district officers will take place during the meeting.

Door prizes will be awarded after

Registration Call to Order .

Pledge of Allegiance Welcome By Lodge 186 President Roll Call of Lodges Reading of Minutes Introduction of S.L. Officers Memorial to Deceased Members District Youth Counselor Report/Presentation Youth Program Age 96 Paid-up, 75- and 50- Year Members Rest Home Director's Report Supreme Lodge Report Old Business Site Selection of Fall and Spring Meeting Election of Officers Installation of Officers Prayer and Meal —SPJST-

District Two delegates meet April 6 at SPJST Home Office in Temple

applies to the SPJST, it helps assure both the membership and Home Office personnel that their leadership remains proactive and responsive to their needs and concerns. That's important.

After nearly eight years as your Editor, I remain optimistic about the future of our Society. The fraternal concept is just as valid now as it was when we were founded more than a century ago. There's still so much we can achieve if we are willing to do our homework, make plans and then work to achieve them. As a lifelong and active member, I truly hope that following the convention, the SPJST emerges with a dynamic and cohesive game plan with clearly defined organizational goals and steps for achieving them. A game plan that builds on our strengths; a game plan that truly seeks to unite us; and a game plan that challenges each of us — as lodge members, as employees and as elected representatives — to achieve our fullest potential. By working together as partners and as brothers and sisters for the common good of the SPJST and the communities we seek to serve, our future can indeed be bright.

—SPJST-

1:30-2 p.m.

2 p.m.-Randy Gaas, President Clint Luksa Carol Petty, Secretary Carol Petty Randy Gaas Linda Gaas, District FAC Susan Skrabanek, DYC Youth of District One Carol Petty Donnie Victorick

members are invited to participate in a pre-convention meeting on Thursday, April 6, beginning at 7 p.m. at the SPJST Home Office in Temple.

Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky District Two Director —SPJST---

Please note that District Two convention delegates and other interested

Partners (Continued from page 2.)

the meeting and members of Lodge 186 will serve a light meal.

The youth of District One will have games and and Easter egg hunt during the business portion of the meeting.

After the meeting and meal, the youth will go on a district outing to the movies in Bryan-College Station.

Please make plans to attend the meeting. Below is a tentative agenda for this year's meeting.

Lone Pay Life.

It Isn't Just for Children.

As its name suggests, the purchaser of an SPJST Lone Pay Life certificate makes only one premium payment, resulting in a paid-up certificate.

For years, it has been a favorite plan for parents and grandparents seeking to enroll their children and grandchildren in the SPJST. However, did you know that a Lone Pay Life certificate can be issued to individuals up to age 80?

As you would expect, at the older issue ages, it can be expensive; however, it could be just the thing for older members who want to buy additional permanent insurance. For example, a female at age 70 can purchase additional paid-up insurance at the rate of $570 per $1,000 of coverage with a minimum purchase of $5,000 coverage.

The Lone Pay Life certificate may also be of interest to anyone wishing to make a gift of life insurance to a college, church, charitable organization or individual.

Examples of the Lone Pay Life Plan in Action MALE INSURED'S LIFE INSURANCE LONE PAY CASH VALUE CASH VALUE CASH VALUE PREMIUM IMMEDIATE AGE 65 PROTECTION 10 YEARS AGE $450 2 $10,000 $700 $570 $5,060 1,320 5,060 10,000 1,810 2,020 30 3,020 4,330 5,065 3,650 10,000 50

District Four Spring Meeting April 16 in Seymour The District Four Spring Meeting will be held April 16, 2000 at the Senior Citizens' Center located at 500 East Belknap in Seymour.

Registration will be from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. A noon meal will be served.

The meeting will begin at 1 p.m.

Alice Orsak District Four Secretary —SPJST-

If your lodge

plays charitable bingo, please note In two weeks, the Vestnik will be presenting a feature article with an emphasis on those lodges which are currently licensed through the Texas Lottery Commission to play charitable bingo. The following lodges will be listed: 40, 74, 80, 88, 177, 183 and 186. If your lodge plays and is not listed, please contact the Editor's office at 1 (800) 727-7578 at your earliest convenience. Thank you!

—SPJST-

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, April 5, 2000

District Five Presents Scenes from Spring Meeting Part I March 5, 2000 • Hosted by Lodge 172. Pasadena LUCKY LADY— District Five Secretary Lillia Mae Peter of Lodge 172, Pasadena displays four-leaf clovers that she shared with friends at the recent District Five spring meeting. The shamrocks, which she presses and ties with tiny bows, grow wild on Sister Peter's property.

District Five President Evelyn Mikeska, left, of Lodge 196, Houston-West and District Five Second Vice President Carolyn Filipp of Lodge 88, Houston offer congratulations to the 1999 SPJST Statewide Fraternalist of the Year Helen Hegwood of Lodge 88, Houston.

District Five Treasurer Lorenda Baldwin, left, of Lodge 139, Danbury, accepts district allocation checks from Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin.

District Five officers express thanks to spring meeting supporters Want to say thank you, Lodge 172, for a successful dinner. The roast beef and sauerkraut was very tasty as was the rest of food. I want to say to everyone who came to enjoy the meal, "Thank you." The meeting was to the point and very short and we had a wonderful turn out. Both young and old had a wonderful time.

The door prizes and bingo prizes were great. Thank you all for bringing items. Likewise, thanks to the ladies who brought all those good pastries and for the ones that were auctioned.

The youth want to say thank you, sisters, for bringing all that very good pastry.

Thank you all, sisters and brothers, for making the District Five meeting possible. Without you, it would not have been possible. I am not putting names down. Maybe I would overlook someone and I wouldn't want to do.

District Five officers elected are: President Evelyn Mikeska First Vice President Fred Buri Second Vice President Carolyn Filipp Secretary Lillia Mae Peter

Treasurer Lorenda Baldwin District Youth Counselor Marie Stayton Assistant DYC Robert Castillo Youth officers elected are: President Bradley Hale Vice President Miranda Hale Secretary Jason Castillo Treasurer Ketsie Huble Sergeant-of-Arms Kyle Castillo Flag Bearers Matthew Boyce and Kyle Hale Reporter Stephanie Boyce Telephone Ashley Moncries and Leigh Huble All the officers were installed. The fall meeting will be at Lodge 196, Cypress, Texas on September 17, 2000. Mark your calendar and come out for a wonderful day to spend with all of your fraternal sisters and brothers. We will try to have a lots of games for everyone. A covered dish meal will also be served. Everyone have a great spring and summer.

Fraternally yours, Evelyn Mikeska District Five President and Lillia Mae Peter FIC/Secretary

—SPJST--

Get Involved.

Make a Positive Difference!

Universal Life.

Tailored to Meet Your Needs.

Universal Life has been called many things: • The Plan of the Future • A Computer-Age Plan • A New Concept in Life Insurance A Plan Custom-Designed for Each Insured It's all of these things. Here are some of the features of SPJST's Universal Life contract, which we call our "SPJST Flexible Protectc- Plan": Step 1: You elect an amount of insurance

DISTRICT FIVE OFFICERS -- Pictured above, from left, front, are: President Evelyn Mikeska, First Vice President Fred Buri, Second Vice'President Carolyn Filipp and Secretary Lillia Mae Peter. BACK: Treasurer Lorenda Baldwin, Installing Officer District Five Alternate Director Larry Pflughaupt, District Youth Counselor Marie Stayton and Assistant DYC Robert Castillo.

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.

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 4: Interest at current rates is credited

Step 2: As each premium is received by SPJST, a small expense charge is deducted and the balance goes into your cash value account.

to the fund each month.

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Coverage is Flexible. You have a choice of two death benefits, Option A or Option B:

Coming in Next Week's Vestnik Supreme Lodge Officers Annual and Pre—Convention Rep

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 vaiue account.

Wednesday, April 5, 2000—VESTNIK/5

Lodge Letters Section Lodge 4, Hallettsville in ites members to hear social services speaker on April 9 Dear Members, Our lodge met Sunday, March 12, 2000 at the Legion Tap Room.

Greeters at the door were Joe Siptak and Evelyn Holy. At 2 p.m., President Siptak called the meeting to order followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led

by Elizabeth Vahalik.

Roll call of officers showed Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus and Assistant Youth Leader Susan Siptak absent.

Secretary Margaret Smotek reported the minutes to the last meeting will be read next month. Under correspondence, Katie Ann Chudej was welcomed as a new member.

Treasurer Helen Zabransky gave the financial report and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Lillie Balusek reported a new incentive program will be used this year.

Sunshine Chairman Elsie Mascheck reported on the monthly bingo for the residents at Stevens Convalescent Center with 45 playing bingo.

Assisting her were Lillie Balusek and Evelyn Sklar. A get well card was sent to Mary Matula.

Our lodge was chosen March Volunteer of the Month at Hallettsville Rehab and Nursing Center for the inroom visits with the residents once a month. Congratulations to the committee of Margaret Smotek, Mary Matula and Helen Zabransky for the wonderful work they are doing.

Audit Committee Chairman Victoria Orsak reported they met and will have a final report on the adult and youth financial records at the next meeting.

It was voted to meet June 18 at 3 p.m. instead of the second Sunday due to the convention. At our July 9 meeting, there will be an ice cream social.

President Siptak will check into a guest speaker for the April meeting.

Resolution Chairman Gaynell Chudej read resolutions of sympathy for our departed members, Julius Gaidusek and Daryl Neubauer.

Adolf Motal was present and was congratulated on being a member of the Million Dollar Sales Club. He told the members about the workshop in Ennis and the wonderful music at the banquet.

The meeting adjourned. The members enjoyed playing bingo and then eating a delicious lunch.

Present with a birthday in January, February or March were Elizabeth Vahalik, Gaynell Chudej, Elsie Mascheck, Agnes Janak, Margaret Smotek, Ida Neubauer and Joe Siptak.

Winner of the birthday cake brought by

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Lillie Balusek was Gaynell Chudej.

Door prize winner was Jennifer Hessler.

Next Meeting April 9

Our next meeting will be Sunday, April 9 at the Legion Tap Room beginning at 2 p.m. Our guest speaker will be Bennie Woytek, Social Services Director at Hallettsville Rehab and Nursing Center. She is planning an interesting program. Likewise, please note that the youngsters will be having an Easter egg hunt during the meeting.

Hope to see you there!

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 47, Seaton Sales Representative Willie Kohutek, left, proudly introduces the Lindemann Family, one of the SPJST's latest 100 Percent Families. The little Lindemanns are, from left Taryn Danielle, age 2, and Jon Paul, Jr., age two months. Father is Jon Paul, Sr. and mother is Peggy Lindemann.

We are grateful to the members who made it possible for Lodge 18 to receive the Gold Award, especially Sales Representatives Dolores Greinert and Evelyn Gustafson.

Mrs. Alvin Eschberger and Alma Schmidt celebrate birthdays this month. We wish them happy birthdays and many more healthy happy years.

Some husbands know all the answers; they've been listening to them for years.

18, Elgin reports on March meeting Lodge

Elgin Lodge 18 met Tuesday, March 21 at 6:30 p.m. for a delicious barbecue dinner with all the trimmings and lots of good desserts. We had a nice fellowship. Thanks to those who prepared the food.

President Andrew Greinert called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. with the members standing for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent prayer.

We had roll call with three excused absences and 26 members present.

Dollie Hajda, Vice President, was with us after eye surgery. She thanked everyone for the cards and phone calls during her recovery.

Secretary Agnes Eschberger gave her excellent report reading of the minutes; they were approved as read.

Treasurer and Financial Secretary Marvin Marek gave a good report. The books were audited March 13 and found to be in good standing. Marvin asked if anyone wanted to leave their present position they should put it in writing.

Youth Leader Ruby Bowen gave the report the youth group are working on plans for the May Fete.

Artie Munson, Entertainment Committee, thanked those who helped her decorate the hall for the Valentine dance then stayed after the dance and helped her remove the decorations.

They looked pretty, Artie! Thanks.

Chairperson Thomas Ries gave his bar report. Good job, Thomas and to all who work the bar, thanks.

There will be a fish-fry April 20 for those who are workers.

Jack Eschberger, Vice Chairperson and Secretary, gave his report We had a memorial report from Mildred David and Gladys Mogonye, ticket person, also gave her report.

Lazelle Wuthrick, Reporter —SPJST-

Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard meet sSunday, April 9 Lodge

Dear Members, A reminder: This next Sunday, the 9th of April, Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its monthly meeting, at 2 p.m. in the meeting room at 106 Leveridge Street. The agenda will follow the standard order of business.

The fraternal hour buffet luncheon will start after the business meeting and will have a regular fare.

To the faithful: See you, Sunday at 2 p.m. Make an effort to be there and this writer remains Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President —SPJST-

32, Victoria schedules 100th anniversary banquet for April 16 Lodge

We will have our 100 year anniversary banquet for our lodge members on April 16, 2000 at Leo's Feed Steakhouse. Invitations will be sent out to our members, so they will be able to return their reservation card in time.

Our next meeting will be April 12 at 7:30 p.m.

The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

Respectfully, Valeria Motal Secretary/Reporter — SPJST-

35, Elk schedules pin presentation this Sunday, April 9 Lodge

A reminder that Lodge 35 will honor the 50-year members on Sunday, April 9. They are Clara Vanek, Frances Ceska, Betty Brown and Gene Edward Pavelka. We will serve a barbecue dinner. Members are asked to bring a dish that goes with barbecue.

The meeting will start at 3 p.m. Dinner will be served about 5 p.m.

See you all April 9.

Fraternally, Dorothy Banik SPJST-

38, Kovar first annual spring fling and hop this Saturday, April 8 Lodge

On April 8, 2000, Kovar hall, SPJST Lodge 38 is starting out the new millennium with its first Annual Oldies Rock and Roll Record Hop featuring the golden hits of the 50s and 60s.

Spun by DJ Lester "Budman" Rector.

First, second and third place prizes given for Twist Contest, Jitterbug Contest and Best Oldies Costume.

Door prizes also! Sausage wraps and refreshments for sale. Admission $6 per person. Record Hop begins at 8 p.m. and ends at 1 a.m. Costume or casual. Don't be the square . . . be there. From Smithville take Hwy. 95 south, eight miles. Turn right on Stolle Lane. One mile to hall.

Betty Barta —SPJST-

40, El Campo-Hillje meets Sunday, April 9 Lodge

El Campo-Hillje SPJST Lodge 40 will have its monthly meeting April 9, 2000 in Hillje at the SPJST hall. The Youth Club will meet at 1:15 p.m. The officers will meet at 1:30 p.m. followed

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Everyone is welcome.

Tria Molberg, Secretary —SPJST-

66, Waco reports on March meeting Lodge

The meeting was called to order by President John Engelke on March 19 at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall, Elm Mott, Texas. All officers were present.

There were 35 members and one visitor, Brother Johnnie Krizan, present.

Brother Johnnie, we are always happy to see you at our meeting.

The youth presented the flag and led the Pledge of Allegiance and motto.

Members stood for a moment of silent prayer for our deceased member, Brother Ben J. Firasek. May he rest in peace.

Secretary Dana McAdams read the minutes of the February 20 meeting and they were approved as read.

Chairman of the Board Johnnie Gaidusek reported the committee met on March 1 and had Secretary Bonnie Pruitt read the minutes of that meeting.

Entertainment Committee Report Chairman of the Entertainment Committee Dorothy Gerlich reported that the committee met on March 1.

There were two members absent.

Today, they are having chili, beans and crackers. She thanked those members present for bringing the desserts. For the April meeting, members are asked to bring sandwiches. The committee will furnish desserts. For the April 30 District Three Spring Meeting, they will serve fried chicken, buttered potatoes, green beans, salad, coffee, tea, juice and donuts. The committee will bring cakes for the District Three meeting. The charge for the meal will be $5 or $3. Canned goods will be accepted as partial payment toward the meal.

FAC Announces Activities Fraternal Activities Coordinator Mary Alice Langlotz reported that at game night on March 13, there were 16 people present. The next game night will be April 10. She reminded everyone about the Horseshoe Tournament on May 13, the delegate meeting at Lodge 84 on March 29 and the Spring District Three meeting to be held at Linden Hall.

Sister Emma Ceska of the Cheer and Condolence Committee reported that she sent a sympathy card to Dorothy Firasek on the death of her husband, Ben J. Firasek. She also sent a get well card to Sister Mary Hessel.

Please keep all in your prayers.

Sister Darlene Engelke reported that eight people from our lodge attended the workshop in Ennis. They were Johnnie and Polly Gaidusek, Milan and Janie Dujka, George Pauling, Bonnie Pruitt, Gladys Yates and Darlene Engelke.

Chairman of the Grievance Committee Brother Bennie Engelke reported no grievances.

Sister Libbie Parma had no report on the Trust Fund.

President John Engelke reminded members that he is still collecting money for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive until March 31.

New Members Welcomed Sister Darlene Engelke read names of candidates for membership. Randall Dillard, Sr. wrote up Raul Q. Caballero; Johnnie Gaidusek, Sr. wrote up Allison Ann Gaston and Jerry Kucera wrote up Ana Alicia Dennis, Patrick D. Dennis and Molly A. Gerik.

Sister Darlene also read a resolution of sympathy on our deceased member, Ben J. Firasek of Penelope.

Brother Eugene Gerlich gave the bookkeeper's report.

Hall Repair Update President John Engelke brought up a discussion of the floor repairs and air conditioning. New moulding will be installed around the dance floor as soon as the material is available. Also, the air conditioners will need to be serviced.

Brother Johnnie Krizan spoke on various subjects. We always look forward to his visits. His input is always appreciated. He also congratulated Lodge 66 on receiving the Platinum Award. Brother Johnnie brought eight door prize gifts and the winners were: clock—Tim Urbanek; mug—Dorothy Veselka and Janie Dujka; piggy bank— Dorothy Gerlich and Milan Dujka; cap—Emma Ceska; and rain gauge— Rosemary Spence and Dana McAdams. Thank you, Brother Johnnie.

President John Engelke read some recommended changes on some of the By-law articles. He will bring these up at the delegates meeting in Dallas.

Youth Club Report Youth Leader Debbie Galler gave the Youth Club report. There were 16 youth, eight adults and one visitor, Jessica Campbell, present at today's meeting. Today, the youth are flying kites. On April 3, the youth will meet at Linden Hall at 6:30 p.m. to make Easter hats for the Moody Nursing Home. They will participate in the Walk for Life on April 8 at 8:30 a.m. at Providence Hospital. On April 14 and 15, they will go to a lock-in at Lodge 84, Dallas and also to Six Flags on the 15th. Today's birthday cake was brought by Amanda Neslony. First place youth winner was Kevin Galler, second Dakota Yates.

Adult prize winner was Debbie Galler. Fifty-fifty winner was Bonnie Pruitt and she donated her winnings back to the Trust Fund.

John Engelke was the only celebrant of a March birthday.

The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Meetings will be held on April 5. The next lodge meeting will be held on April 16 at 2:30 p.m.

The meeting adjourned at 4 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka Reporter —SPJST-

We will be having our annual awards dinner on March 16, 200. This will be a catered dinner with meeting following.

A number of Lodge 79 members helped our Sokol gymnasts with a very successful pancake brunch.

As most of our members know, Lodge 79 is having a "No Bake—Bake Sale." We have received a number of letters back-18 percent to be exact. If you have not sent your envelop back do so ASAP. We received a number of donations from friends who are not Lodge 79 members, so keep up the good work. All net proceeds are going to three worthy organizations. The total received will be announced at our awards dinner and a list of all donors will be on our bulletin board.

We were blessed with a nice five to six inches of rain. The farmers and ranchers are very happy for the much needed rain.

Spring break for many schools started with a very cool week. The students a well behaved so far. Let's hope it stays this way.

Monthly Donation Flower Seeds Requested Lodge 79 has asked members to bring any kind of flower seed to be put on grounds at Sokol Hall. If we get them started, we'll have an eye-catching garden.

TCHCC Amphitheater The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center will be breaking ground for our amphitheater. A number of our members belong to TCHCC and we hope you can come to La Grange, Texas on April 8. We start at 9:30 a.m.

Last, we need new members— badly. So let's go out and sign some up, okay?

Have a good day.

Jerry Elzner Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-

79, Corpus Christi "No Bake"Bake Sale runs through April 16 Lodge

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The regular monthly meeting was held on Sunday March 19 and was called to order by President Jerry Sijansky with all the officers present.

"Happy Birthday" was sung for the March 30 birthday of Brother Joe Nemecek. We wish him many more years.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read by Secretary Helen Pavelka and accepted as given. She also read correspondence. The financial report was given by Treasurer Milly Elzner and was accepted as given. After a discussion, members approved of a cd, which was maturing, to be renewed for six months for the total amount.

At our March meeting we discussed our upcoming hosting of the District Seven Spring Meeting. Various assignments were assigned.

Fund Raiser Continues For the FAC report, Brother Jerry Elzner said that 234 letters were sent for the "No Bake—Bake Sale" and so far he has received 35 replies with donations totaling $525. This fund raiser ends on April 16. He said the

79, Corpus Christi reports on current events

TCHCC will have a groundbreaking in La Grange for the amphitheater on April 8 and he invited members to attend. There will possibly be a fund raiser by Sokol in October during Czech Heritage Month. He said we are hosting the District Seven Spring Meeting on Sunday, March 26 and that workers are needed.

President Sijansky asked for volunteers to work at the District Seven Spring Meeting to help with registration and meal tickets. Representatives from the lodge to serve on audit and nominating committee are also needed.

Sister Anna M. Moss and Edna Voldan volunteered to sell meal tickets and help with registration. For the audit committee, Helen Pavelka volunteered and for the nominating committee, Brother Jerry Elzner volunteered. The lodge served free coffee and kolaches for all who attended plus a roast beef dinner for only $3 per person. The dinner was delicious; the Sokol cooks did an excellent job. Thanks to Sister Lera Nemecek and her crew!

For the $50 monthly donation, members voted to donate to the local Diabetes Association, a good choice.

The final plans for the April 16 awards dinner are that a catered meal will be served at 12:30 p.m. The awards and meeting will be held after the dinner. They need to know how much food to order for the dinner, therefore, members and their families who plan to attend, please notify Jerry Sijansky (361) 937-4324 or Jerry Elzner (361) 991-1746 as soon as possible.

A brief report on the February 26 Lodge workshop and awards banquet in Ennis was given by President Jerry Sijansky and Sister Milly Elzner. Our lodge was awarded $200 for the First Step Award. Members can help the lodge to do better next year by bringing in new members. So how about it?

Know anyone who needs insurance?

Contact the sales reps.

For the door prizes, the lucky winner of the $10 cash was Carrie Veselka and the $5 cash was won by Anna M. Moss. Other prize winners were Lera Nemecek, Frank Sijansky, Helen Pavelka and Jerry Sijansky.

After the meeting, everyone enjoyed all the good food for the svacina and the visiting.

The next meeting is Sunday, April 16, starting with dinner at 12:30 The meetings are held at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostorhyz Road.

See you there.

Fraternally, Helen Pavelka Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

81, Needville presents 50-year pins on April 16 Lodge

For our April 16 meeting, Benita Walzel generously volunteered to bake a roast, since we'll be honoring our 50-year members and having their immediate families join us. I'm telling you folks, if you've never tasted Benita's roast, you're missing out.

Members, please remember to

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Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 87, Temple invites members, friends to cooking demonstration Lodge 87 invites members and friends to a microwave cooking demonstration on Tuesday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m. The demonstration will be given by Lisa Robertson of the Pedernales Electric Cooperative. For more information, contact Thelma Groppel 774-8564, Norma Alford 7741811 (work), 939-7395 (home) or Bertha Capps 773-6164.

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Lodge 88, Houston reports on lodge, member activities Dear members and friends, Our dances in April will be: Saturday, April 1 Pat Viet Polka and Variety, $6 each Hosts: Annabelle and Charlie Viet Saturday, April 8 Vrazels Polka and Variety, $ 6 each Hosts: Lydia and Tom Marsh Saturday, April 15 Bobby Lane Big Band, $12 each Dress Code, $12 each Hosts: Bernice and Alvin Hollas Saturday, April 22 Gus Lindemann Big Band, $11 each Dress Code Hostess: Shirley O'Brien Saturday, April 29 Central Texas Sounds $6 each, Hobo Dance Hosts: Annabelle and Charlie Viet Wearing a hobo costume is optional.

We had our monthly meeting on Monday, March 13, with 90 members present.

The youth had election of officers at the district meeting in Pasadena, They are: Treasurer Kelsie Huble Reporter Stephanie Boyce Flag Bearer Matthew Boyce Telephone Committee Leigha Huble Lodge 88 youth will have their Easter Party on Saturday, April 15th at 2:00 p.m. Do try to come. They are also planning a trip to Huntsville in April. This should be an educational trip as well as a fun one.

Kathy Trefell asked if any of the lodge members would like to go to Temple to the museum at the Home Office on May 1. The birthday club will be going by bus and will have lunch in Temple. This should really be a fine trip. If you would like to go, please contact Ellen Miculka for details.

Louis Hanus honored Marian Kadlecek by presenting her with a pin for selling $1 million dollars in insurance in 1999. That's wonderful, Marian. Also, Vice President Marie Stayton, honored Gene Barcak with a tee-shirt and a cake for being such a wonderful SPJST worker. There was also a cake in honor of Josephine Pflughaupt, celebrating her 75th birthday, brought by her family.

Fred Buri also thanked Clara and Johnny Broz for calling bingo at the district meeting in Pasadena, Texas.

He reminded us that Lodge 196, Cypress, Texas, will be having a fun day on September 17. Come on out and enjoy a day of fun, games and bingo.

Linda Wehring is home recuperating from surgery and doing quite well.

Leeland Hensley had surgery and is at home. John Kosut had eye surgery, is at home and doing well. Remember all of them in your prayers.

Birthday celebrants were Kathy Trefell, Jeffrey Barcak, Thomas Marsh, Henry Lee Darilek, Amy Darilek, Valerie Nowak, Mathew Hoffman, Josephine Pflughaupt, Lynn Pflughaupt, Bob Allbritton, Bobby Allbritton, Margaret Kadlecek, Bessie Dewer, Edith Pavlicek and Gary Zalesky. An wedding anniversary was celebrated by Mona and Daniel Anders.

Winners of the door prizes of $5 each went to Dorothy Pflughaupt, Ann Lacina, Dona Clooney, Ernest Anders and Marian Kadlecek.

Georgie and Sydney Jurchak attended the funeral of their brotherin-law,Albert Bryson, on Friday, March 17th, in Rosenberg, Texas.

Albert was married to Georgie,s sister, Helen, who has been quite active in the past in the-Rosenberg SPJST, but is now in the River Oaks nursing home in Columbus.

We were very sorry to hear of his passing, Georgie and Sydney.

Alice Bily just returned from Hawaii. Her son gave her tickets for Christmas. She and a friend, Dorothy Driskel, went to Waikiki beach on the island of Oahu. They had a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean from their hotel room and of course they went wading, just to say they were in the water on Waikiki. They took a tour of the Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, the Dole pineapple plantation, Diamond Head and other interesting sights.

They went to the Polynesian Village, attended a luau, went on a canoe ride and saw a show at the Hawaiian Pacific Theatre. Their intentions were to go from Oahu to Maui and Kauai This part of their trip had to be cancelled due to an emergency in her friends, family. Too bad some of the trip had to be cancelled, but I'm sure they enjoyed what they did get to do. What a wonderful Christmas gift!

We had a meeting of the delegates to the convention in June. It was held at Lodge 88 in Houston for the District V delegates. It was a very informative meeting held by Lodge President Clara Broz and Dorothy Pflughaupt, who is on the by-laws committee. Brian Vanicek was there with his wife Joan, as well as Frances and Gene McBride. They were from the home office in Temple. The next meeting for the delegates will be on April 18th at Lodge 88.

American Business Machines Visits Blue Bonnet Youth Ranch The American Business Machines (ABM) owned by Greg Lucas and Daniel Anders, son of Ernest and Margie Anders, visited the Blue Bonnet Youth Ranch at Yoakum, Texas for the fifth year on Friday, December 17, 1999. Daniel, Margie and Ernest are all members of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston.

ABM brought 47 of their employees on a bus donated by Coach USA to visit the abused and neglected children living at the ranch.

The group traveled two hours to donate Christmas presents for the gifts they wished for. Prior to the trip, ABM received the children's wish lists and each employee signed up for what they thought they couldprovide for the children. But more importantly, the employees spent time with the children they adopted for the day.

Meeting the children in their own environment allowed us to know them better.

The Blue Bonnet Youth Ranch is a nonprofit facility created to provide a safe home for victims of child abuse, abandonment and neglect. Established in 1968, the working ranch receives no state funds and relies solely on private donations. During our December visit, they had 26 children ranging in age from four to 18 years of age. The children attend public school and meet with case workers, professional counselors and tutors on a regular basis. Neglected and abused children are referred to the ranch

by Texas State Child Protective Services.

ABM Co. furnished a catered barbecue lunch for all employees, children and co-workers. Then we all toured the facility and enjoyed watching as each child individually unwrapped their gifts. The trip was worthwhile.

Ernest and I enjoyed going with the group.

Submitted by Margie and Ernest Anders --SPJST--

Our Spring worker,s party was held on Sunday, March 19th. Bobby Jones played for our entertainment. We were treated to a nice dinner of chicken fried steak, potatoes, blackeyed peas, slaw, rolls and tea.

If you want money, go to strangers; if you want advice, go to friends; if you want nothing, go to relatives.

Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Vice President —SPJST-

Lodge 92, Fort Worth appearance by Don Peachey well-received Our dance on March 19 with music

by Don Peachey of Burnet, Wisconsin was very well attended. The Tatarevich family and friends occupied a big table. We hope you enjoyed the afternoon and will be in attendance often. Frank and Theretta Praslicka also had a large number of family and friends at their table. They obviously were having a good time.

We were also pleased to see Stanley and Martha Patak of Red Oak. Stanley gave us his great rendition of Yesterday I Waited For You accompanied by Joe Kozel on his new accordion. Also in attendance were Harold Strand and Eddie Miller and their spouses. It is always great to see musicians come out for an afternoon of dancing. Last, but not least, there were several Polka Club or Red and Whites in attendance.

The highlight of the dance was the appearance of the Texas Chicken aka Paxton Davies accompanied by Ann Sustala and Frank Prochaska.

Undoubtedly, it was the largest circle and most enthusiastic rendition of the chicken dance ever.

Joyce Tesar and her able assistant, Frankie, have been managers of our hall for 20 years. Congratulations!

They always do a great job of keeping our facilities in good order and making sure that everyone has a good time at our activities. Joyce, would you agree that represents one year of experience 20 times over?

Schedule of Activities • Sunday April 9—Lodge meeting at 2 p.m. followed by and Easter egg hunt for the children. Please call Gayle Fuller or Martha Durham for information on the egg hunt.

• Sunday April 16 Battle dance with Gary Lee Country Western Band and a variety of music by Vanek's Band.

• Sunday, April 30—District Three Meeting at Lodge 66, Waco in Elm Mott.

• Sunday, June 25—District Three Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 92.

• Saturday, September 16—Czech Heritage Day and 90th anniversary celebration: Music by Jodie Mikula and Fritz Hodde plus a lot more.

• On the first and third Tuesday evenings of each month, family night; new tarok players are being recruited.

Your suggestions for items to include in my report are welcome.

Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST-

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Lodge 107, Floresville set to honor 50-year members

139, Danbury scholarship applications must be received by May 1

Dear Members, 50-Year Members and New Members, We will be honoring our new members and our 50-year members from 1999. The date is April 9, 2000 beginning at 12 p.m. at the SPJST hall.

Dinner will be served at 1 p.m. Your family is invited also.

We will be serving barbecue chicken with all the trimmings.

Please call Bob Bayer at (830) 2167954 and let us know if you will be attending. We must know by April 3 so that we may make plans.

Fraternally, Bob Bayer, President

Danbury Lodge 139 announces that a $500 scholarship will be awarded to a qualifying 2000 high school graduating lodge member.

The student must be a member of the SPJST since the end of his/her freshman year and must be in the top 15 percent of his/her class. The applicant must include a letter from the school counselor stating his/her grade point average and the student's standing in the class.

The application must be received before May 1, 2000. Address to:

—SPJST-

133, San Antonio next meeting May 21 Lodge

The monthly meeting of SPJST Lodge 133 was called to order at 1:45 p.m. by President Jarolyn Popp following a barbecue chicken dinner. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited followed by the singing of "God Bless America" led by Don Netek. A moment of silence was held for all deceased members. All officers were present.

The minutes and financial report of the February meeting were approved as read. Lucille Dlugosh gave the entertainment report and transferred $3.75 to the treasury. There was no Czech report.

Couples celebrating wedding anniversaries in March were Edward and Rhonda Mazac, 10 years and Emil and Kathleen Matula, 20 years.

The State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz attended the meeting and talked to members about incentives for gaining new members.

A motion was made by Louis Jasek and seconded by Joe Stryk that we vote in favor for installing a time clock in the Home Office for all officials to use.

The motion was approved.

A motion was made by Louie Jasek and seconded by Joe Stryk that we cancel our April meeting since it would be the week before Easter. The motion was approved.

Members celebrating birthdays in March were Shirley Burrows, Amy Fenack, Andrew Fenack, Michelle Popp, Taylor Popp, Alma Trilicek, Kathy Uribe and Leora Uribe.

Attendance prize winners were Irene Jasek, Alvin Schimcek and Bill Pavliska. Split-the-Pot winners were Bill Pavliska and Victor Maculka.

Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:45 p.m.

April Meeting Cancelled Our April meeting has been cancelled, but our next meeting will be held Sunday, May 21 at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Church in San Antonio.

Robert Popp, III Secretary/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge

Lorenda Baldwin 219 CR 47 Angleton, Texas 77515 Any qualifying student who is a member of Lodge 139 is eligible to apply regardless of where he/she lives.

So all you seniors graduating this year, send in your applications.

A brief meeting was held at E.J.'s Restaurant on March 1 to give reports and read correspondence.

Before adjourning for dinner this month's birthdays were recognized and serenaded. They are David Baldwin, Jalene Baldwin and Monte Baldwin.

Fraternally, Ora Faye Wilson, Reporter —SPJST-

160, San Angelo quarterly meeting April 9 Lodge

Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Sunday, April 9 at the Wall Fire Hall.

All members are encouraged to attend.

Fraternally, Cindy Martin, Secretary

may do so that day. For reservations, please call the lodge (281) 487-3297.

Submitted by, Jo Mayfield Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

172, Pasadena March meeting report Lodge

On Wednesday, March 22, 2000 Lodge 172 held their regular monthly meeting.

After a delicious meal, our guest speaker Dr. William J. Capece, was introduced. Dr. Capece is a foot specialist from Clear Lake. He specializes in people with diabetic, feet. The information was very interesting and informative. We all learned a lot from Dr. Capece.

The meeting was called to order by President Robert Mayfield followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent prayer for the sick and departed.

Robert showed everyone the plaque we received in Ennis for winning the

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Gold Award in sales last year.

First Vice President Bobbye Johnson told everyone that the Rose will have the same band this year that they had last year.. She informed everyone that we would have barbecue brisket and chicken with all the trimmings at the social. The music will be polkas and waltzes played by The Sound Connection.

Robert reminded everyone about the convention coming up in June and told them that the registration will be on Sunday, 11th.

Robert told everyone that the next workday would be on April 3; the Executive meeting on April 12; and the regular meeting on April 26.

The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

Submitted by, Jo Mayfield Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 164, Rio Hondo Contributes to Area Charitable Groups Members of Lodge 164, Rio Hondo collected three gallons of drink pull tabs for the Ronald McDonald House of Harlingen, Texas in December. Pictured here, Deidra Busse, left, empties the tabs into 50-gallon barrel! while Lodge 164 President Aloisie Zdansky looks on.

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Ronald McDonald House Manager Linda Munoz, left, accepts $50 check from Lodge 164 Secretary Louis Krupala, accompanied by Diane Busse, President Aloisie Zdansky and Deidra Busse.

172, Pasadena invites members, families to April 9 social Lodge

To All Members and Their Families: Lodge 172, Pasadena is inviting you to attend its annual social on April 9, 2000. The dinner will be barbecue brisket and barbecue chicken with all the trimmings.

Entertainment will be Kimarie Lynn.

She is a fabulous young lady and well worth hearing. Kimarie will be followed by Julius Tupa and Sound Connection playing good polkas and waltzes music both for your listening and your dancing pleasure.

The event of the day will start at 12 noon with dinner, dancing from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. The social will be free to all Lodge 172 dues paying members.

For non-members, there will be a small cost of $6 for adults and $3 for children.

Anyone that has not paid their dues,

Olivia Bruno, left, with the Sunny Glen Children's Home, accepts $50 check and several sets of towels, toiletries from Lodge 164 members, from left, Aloisie Zdansky, Diane Busse, Louis Krupala and Deidra Busse, front.

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Lodge 177, Academy Lodge 180, discusses lodge Burleson cancels repairs, scholarship April meeting donation SPJST Lodge 180 will not have its Our March meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Bill Hutka. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance. All lodge officers were present at the meeting except our Treasurer Josie Mitchell.

Thanks to Linda and J.C. Johnson for getting pizza for our group to enjoy before the meeting. Everyone enjoys the fellowship we share before the meeting and it is even better if we can munch together also.

During our lodge meeting, Libbie Bartek, Chairperson for the Sunshine Committee, reported that she had sent a sympathy card to Mary Ann Summer.

The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as presented.

We received no correspondence this month which is unusual for this time of year.

All committee chairpersons presented their reports.

Under old business, we voted that the lodges donate $100 each to the Academy and Rogers Project Celebrations.

New Business Janet Lyon stated that she had attended the state workshop in Ennis, Texas and accepted the Bronze Award for the lodge.

We decided that we want stew for the next meeting and Louis Driska is going to take charge of that for us.

We had several ladies volunteer to make some good ole cornbread to go with the meal.

Bill Hutka told members of the major repairs that are scheduled for the lodge, one of which is making the restrooms accessible for the handicapped. We are also looking at new front doors and getting the tile repaired around the dance floor.

We voted to put $250 into our scholarship fund and the remaining amount (required donation from bingo) into the special account to help with repairs.

The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

Fraternally, Kathy Fritz Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

180, Burleson spring dance April 8 Lodge

Our next dance will be held on April 8. This will be an Easter dance celebrating Easter and spring. Maybe that Easter bunny will come hop, hop, hopping in with his Easter basket of goodies. The doors will open at 7:45 p.m.

The dance will be from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It is BYOB. The kitchen and soda bar will, be open for business.

High Stakes band will play for your dancing pleasure. Everyone come and enjoy a springtime celebration.

Ann Sammet, Reporter —SPJST-

regularly scheduled meeting on April 5 due to conflicting schedules of some of our members. Our next scheduled meeting will be on Wednesday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused anyone.

Also, one of our members, Doris Campbell, broke her knee. Lodge 180 would like to wish her a speedy recovery and that we are thinking about her.

Easter/spring Dance Reminder

Don't forget about our Easter/spring dance on April 8. Doors open at 7:45 p.m. The dance is from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The kitchen and soda bar will be open. It is BYOB. The High Stakes Band will play your favorite tunes. Come on, enjoy the fun. Maybe you will find some of those hidden Easter goodies.

Ann Sammet, Reporter —SPJST-

201, BleiblervilleNelsonville presents March minutes Lodge

The regular monthly meeting of Bleiblerville-Nelsonville SPJST Lodge 201 was held Sunday, March 12, 2000 with 16 members attending.

The meeting was called to order by Mrs. Elaine Duron at 3 p.m. A moment of silent prayer was held in memory of Mr. Bill Stark, Reinhardt Kowles, Frank Slovak and Mrs. Mary Slovak.

The minutes of the previous meeting was read was Secretary Mrs. Lillie Mae Shupak and approved. The treasurer's report from the lodge and the hail was given.

Expenses since the last meeting were presented and we voted to pay them. All business was taken care of, motions were made, seconded and approved.

It was reported the member, Mr. Elmo Chernovsky, has reached his 96th birthday. Congratulations, Elmo and many more. It was also reported that 22 members will receive their 50-year membership pins in the year 2000.

On the sick list that we know of were Mrs. Esther Mikeska, Mrs. Aletha Wehring, Mrs. Gladys Broz and Mr. Jessie Macat.

The next meeting will be Sunday, April 9, 2000 at 3 p.m.

Celesta Balke, Reporter —SPJST-

Sewing Circle March report Ennis

The Ennis Sewing Circle met March 9, 2000. Twenty -three members were present. Our guests were Julius Podhrasky and Jerry Kohn.

President Sadie Kubin called the meeting to order. After the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silence was observed in memory of Sister Stacie Hejny. We extend our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family.

Secretary Vlasta Laznovsky read the minutes. In the absence of the treasurer, Vice President Dorothy Prachyl gave the treasurer's report. Both reports were approved as read.

Sunshine Report Eleanora Pelzel sent a get well card and money gift to Sister Bessie Taraba; flowers to the funeral of Sister Stacie Hejny; and a birthday greeting to Sister Mary Sebestik. A get well card was sent to Sister Rosie Bednar. A thank you note was received from Ennis Sokol for the donation received from our Circle for the use of the building.

We enjoy meeting in the nice place.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to the March birthday celebrants.

A lovely friendship quilt was quilted for Sister Dorothy Prachyl. Sister Adele Cikanek furnished the door prize. The lucky winner was Sister Bertha Podhrasky. Sister Geraldine Zhanel brought a bag full of good dill for us to take and Julius Podhrasky brought garlic for us to take and plant; mine is growing fast. Sister Anne Zvolanek brought lovely camillias for the table. It was good to have Anne back with us. She has missed several meetings.

Donations Received Donations were received in memory of Stacie Hejny from Georgia Tupy, Rose Hejny, Sadie Kubin, Vlasta Laznovsky, Libbie Wisniewski, Dorothy Prachyl and Alice Roberts.

Sister Dorothy Prachyl gave a donation for having a quilt quilted.

Sisters, just a reminder to pay your dues if you have not paid them.

Our next meeting will be April 13, 2000.

A Dog Story

Lucky, Sister Libbie Wisniewski's golden retriever, is so amusing to watch. Last month, as 1 drove to Sister Georgia Tupy's house (next door to Libbie's house), Lucky came running to Georgia's flower bed with a six foot long limb in his mouth. He already had a smaller limb in the bed. He dug a small hole near the limb. We were sure he wanted to put the limbs into the small hole. No way could the limbs fit into that hole. One never knows.

Lucky might just be a lucky dog.

Alice T. Roberts, Reporter —SPJST-

SPJST 100th Anniversary

Cookbooks are available through the SPJST Home Office. Books are $11 each. To get yours, write: SPJST Anniversary Cookbook, c/o SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. For lodge and youth club volume orders and discounts, please contact Daryl Entrop at the SPJST Home Office at 1 (800) 727-7578.

Reunions Repka Family On Sunday, April 9, 2000, we will be celebrating the 31st Repka reunion at the Good Co. Barbeque Restaurant.

Please come join us at the Good Co. located at 8911 Katy Freeway (south side of freeway between Single Rd. and Campbell Rd.) Houston, Texas for a fun time with family and friends. We would like to see you there from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We ask that you just bring yourself, family members and friends, since the Goode Co. will be doing all the cooking! The menu will be a la carte, so order and pay for what you wish and let's all meet in the dining room.

We had to change the location due to rising rental fee and low attendance.

So, please check with all of your family and friends and plan to bring as many as you can. We would love to see everyone!

We need to know how many people to prepare for, so please call Jimmy (281) 821-5367 or Judy (713) 4654925 with the number of people in your group who plan to attend.

Hope to see you there!

Jimmy Case Judy Schuhmann —SPJSTSeaton School The Bi-annual Seaton School Reunion is scheduled for Sunday, April 30, 2000. Make plans to attend. More details later.

Reunion Officers —SPJSTApril 9 Tannich-Brovec families—at the American Legion Hall Annex in El Campo, Texas. For information, contact Deborah J. Meredith, Reunion Reporter, (409) 725-6291 or e-mail: deb@cyrunner.net April 9 The descendants of Jiri and Rozalie Dolinek Mynarcik family—at the KC Club in West. For information, call Lilly Jane Popp (254) 772-0397.

Submitted by Kenneth Popp.

April 29 Leshikar-Shiller (Leshikar, Schiller,, Siller, Silar) family—at the Brethren Church in Nelsonville, Texas. For further information, please contact: Allen Chernosky, 4015 Turnberry, Houston, Texas, 77025, phone (713) 664-3965.

April 30 Descendants of the Josef and Mariana Baros Labaj (Labay) family—at the Nada Community Center (old KJT Hall) at Nada, Texas. For more information, contact Eugene B. Labay, 112 W. Craig, San Antonio, Texas, 78212 or phone (210) 7346602.

June 10 Descendants of Frank Kvapil and Joseph Kvapil—at the SPJST hall in Rowena, Texas. For information, contact Elaine Kvapil Mucha, 4670 FM 1223, San Angelo, Texas, 76905 or by phone (915) 651-7039.

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In Memoriam In Memory of Elizabeth Zela A funeral mass for Elizabeth Zela, 85, of Rosenberg was held at 10 a.m.

Friday, February 25 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Reverend Don Schwarting as celebrant. Burial followed at Greenlawn Cemetery.

Pallbearers were J.D., William P. and Christian Zela, James Fullen Brian Shepherd and David Lefler.

Mrs. Zela died Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home in Needville. She was born March 28, 1914 in Praha. She married Joe Zela December 27, 1945. She worked at Autumn Hills Nursing Home and Fort Bend Nursing Home.

She loved her family and she loved gardening. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Clara Novak; six brothers, Henry, Adolph, Albert, Jeff, Edmund and Bernard Novak.

She is survived by three sons, William Zela and family, Eugene and Judy Hrncir Zela, John and Pat Gallia Zela; three stepchildren, Bessie Zela Charbulla, Albin Zela and Jerome Zela; seven grandchildren, J.D. Zela, Sherry Zela Shepherd, James Fullen, Amy Zela, William P., Scott and Christian Zela; six great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Scottie, Colton and Tanner Zela, Bryce and Blaine Shepherd; and one living sister, Mary Matias.

Services were under the direction of Garmany and Carden Funeral Directors in Rosenberg.

Resolution Committee Winnifred Susan Willie Mae Kuykendall —SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slovanska Linden No. 66 of Waco, Texas on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, BEN J. FIRASEK, of Penelope who died Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at the age of 79 years.

Rosary was recited Wednesday, March 15, at 7 p.m. at Kotch Funeral Home Chapel in West. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Thursday, March 16, at the Catholic Church of Nativity, B.V.M. in Penelope with Reverend Ron Scheible as celebrant. Military graveside rites followed at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Penelope conducted by V.F.W. Post 4819 of West.

Brother Ben lived in Penelope most of his life and was owner and operator of Firasek Grocery and Market from 1960 until 1975.

Brother Firasek was a member of the Catholic Church of Nativity in Penelope, a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Air Corps as a Staff Sergeant and Supervisor of meat

cutters. He was a member of the American Legion 478 of West, a lifetime member of the D.A.V. of Waco, KJT Society No. 55 of Penelope and the K.D. Branch No. 77 of West. He has been an SPJST Lodge 66 member since December 1959.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Dorothy of Penelope; one son, Ben, Jr. and his wife, Rachel of Gholson; one daughter, Dottie McBride and husband, Michael of Fort Worth; one sister, Mary Ann Fabian and husband, Charlie of Penelope; five grandchildren, Lauren McBride, Jonathon McBride, Ashley Firasek, Madison Firasek and Tucker Firasek.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Johnnie Gaidusek Margaret Gaidusek Darlene Engelke —SPJST-

n Memory of Grace O'Connor Grace O'Connor, 88, of Victoria died Tuesday, February 22, 2000.

She was born July 1, 1911 in Da Costa to the late Winston W. and Louise Lala Schiller. She was a retired dietary assistant at DeTar. She was a member of Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post No. 4146 and SPJST Lodge 32.

Survivors include daughters, Mickey Parma of Cuero and Sherrill Oeding of Victoria; sons, James O'Connor, Jr. of Victoria, Everett C. Soots of Portland, Oregon and Francis Wayne O'Connor of Portland, Texas; sisters, Ethelyn Hill of Katy and Elsie Hood of Victoria; 20 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James O'Connor, Sr.; Sister, Nethel Groves.

Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday at Colonial Funeral Home chapel.

Services were at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 26, at the funeral home chapel, the Reverend John Waak officiating.

Burial was at Memorial Park Cemetery. Colonial Funeral Home of Victoria was in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to Twin Pines Activity Fund.

Resolution Committee Adolf Motal Valeria Motal Sylvia Kocian —SPJST-

In Memory of Anton R. Otto Anton R. Otto, 83, of Inez died Tuesday, February 15, 2000.

He was born June 7, 1916 in Silverhill, Alabama to the late Henery and Agnes Provasek Otto. He was a farmer and cattleman and a member of

St. Joseph Catholic Church of Inez.

He was a former member of Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association and SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria.

Survivors include his wife, Agnes Stary Otto; daughers, Jeanene Tipton of California and Sandra Pena of Victoria; son, Donald G. Otto of Lyons; brothers, Ennis Otto of Houston and Alfred Otto of Victoria; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jeanette Otto Wearden; sisters, Agnes Stockbaurer; and Lucy Miners; brothers, John, Henry, Emil and Richard Otto.

A rosary was recited at Colonial Funeral Home Chapel. Services were held Friday, February 18 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Reverend James Brunner and the Reverend Benton Thurmond officiating. Pallbearers were Bobbie Stary, Joe Leita, John Swanson, Ronnie and Joe Otto and James Maraggia.

Resolution Committee Adolf Motal Valeria Motal Sylvia Kocian —SPJST-

Resolution

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, DARRYL LEE NEUBAUER of Forest Oaks (Altair) who passed away Saturday, February 26, 2000 at approximately 8:30 p.m. from injuries received in a one-car accident near Weimar. He was 32 years of age.

He was born July 30, 1967 in Houston, son of Harvey Lee and Tillie Lucille Dusek Neubauer. On June 10, 1989, he married Melissa Ann Ruether in Eagle Lake. He graduated from Rice High School class of 1986 and attended Wharton County Junior College for a year and a half. He had worked for and currently was manager of Steve Balas Rice Farm in Eagle Lake for a number of years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Tillie Neubauer in June, 1998.

Survivors include his wife, Melissa Ann Neubauer of Forest Oaks; three children, Kristen LeeAnn Neubauer, age six, Kaylen Daryl Neubauer, age one and Garrett Lee Neubauer, age eight; his father, Harvey Lee Neubauer of Forest Oaks; his grandmother, Ida Lee Neubauer of Hallettsville; his father in-law and mother in-law, Lawrence and Oze Ruether of Eagle Lake; brother in-law, Mark Ruether and wife, Dee of Austin; one nephew, Mason Ruether of Austin and numerous other relatives and a host of loved ones.

Rosary was recited at 7 p.m.

Monday, February 28 at the Chapel of Dulany Funeral Home. Funeral services we conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 29 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, East Bernard with Reverend Don Rutter officiating. Interment fol-

lowed in the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, East Bernard.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to the Kristen, Kaylen and Garrett Education Fund, c/o First National Bank, P.O. Drawer 247, Eagle Lake, Texas 77434.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Gaynelle Chudej Victoria Zak Gaye Galetka —SPJST-

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, JULIUS GAIDUSEK who passed away Saturday, February 12, 2000 in New Caney at the age of 88 years. He was born March 11, 1911 in Fayette County to Joseph and Clara Chalupka Gaidusek. He was a member of the SPJST Lodge 4 and St. Rose of Lima Church in Schulenburg.

Survivors include three daughters, Evelyn Linhart of El Campo, Mathilda Linhart of Sugar Land and Irene Womack of New Caney; two sons, Benjamin J. Gaidusek of Needville and Raymond J. Gaidusek of Katy; 14 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mathilda Gaidusek on November 19, 1992; four sisters, Clara Kunetka, Anna Svetlik, Emilie Hanslik and Emma Gallia.

Visitation began at 11:30 a.m.

Monday, February 14 and continued until 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 15.

Wake service was conducted at 7 p.m.

Monday, February 14 at Kubena Funeral Home. Services were conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 15 at Sacred Heart Church in Hallettsville.

The Reverend Charles Sonnier officiated. Burial followed in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Hallettsville, under the direction of Kubena Funeral Home.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Gaynelle Chudej Gaye Galetka Victoria Zak —SPJST-

fl1111UITIES

In SPJST addition to prouiding affordable insurance couerage to its members, the SPJST also offers a quality annuity program.

Please see page one for current interest rates. for more information, please contact your local sales representatiue or the SPJST Home Office at 1 [800) 727-7578.

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Youth Letters Section

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:

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club discusses coming events

next meeting is April 2 at 1:30 p.m.

Fraternally yours, Celia Dobecka 4/5/00

Dear Readers, At our meeting, we discussed the District Three Lock-in at Lodge 84, Dallas. District Three Youth Achievement Day will be June 25, so everyone needs to work on their crafts etc.

The District Three meeting will be held at Lodge 66 Linden Hall. Our

Vestnik, cio 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

District Three lock-in set April 14-15 Attention District Three Youth and Youth Leaders: The District Three Lock-in will be held in Dallas, Texas at Lodge 84 on Friday, April 14 at 8 p.m. and on Saturday, April 15 we will be going to Six Flags. Please come and enjoy this event.

Bessie Petr District Three Youth Counselor —SPJST-

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Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club plans for Easter program, hunt Dear Readers, We started on our craft for the. West nursing home on Friday, March 17.

We will also have short Easter program at our lodge Easter party. There will also be an Easter egg hunt. We will also bake cookies for the nursing home.

Fraternally yours, Whitney Dobecka 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club work on Easter crafts Dear Readers, We held our meeting, Friday, March 3. All the officers gave their reports.

We had one guest, Stormy Miller.

We made plans to go bowling on Sunday, March 19 at Lake Air at 2:30 p.m. By the time this letter makes the Vestnik, we will have already gone bowling. We will be working on Easter crafts on Friday nights.

Fraternally, Christi Sparkman 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Get Involved.

Make a positive difference in your youth club.

APRIL VESTNIK PROJECT - FOR ALL AGES

APRIL VESTNIK CONTEST - FOR ALL AGES

This correctly completed project earns 20 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Point System.

This correctly completed project earns 20 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Point System.

SPJST Youth Program Summer Canip

Connect-the-Dots

(Third in a Series of Four) The SPJST makes summer camping trips available to its active young members. Each of the seven SPJST districts across the state has its own camp throughout Texas. Some districts have joint camp sessions.

Camp is provided on the basis of participation in SPJST activities. To qualify for camp, young people must be SPJST members by October 31 of the year before the camp and must attend seven out of 12 youth meetings in the months preceding camp.

Another way to qualify for camp is to attend seven out of 12 adult meetings in lodges where there are no youth clubs. Non-active youth members may attend camp for a fee of $85. Each camp is sponsored by the local district.

Youth camp funds come from an annual allocation made by the SPJST Supreme Lodge.

A number of professional assistants

are hired for instruction in archery, aquatics, horsemanship and as camp nurse. Much of the chaperoning and programming is done by parents and SPJST trained leaders.

Adult leaders get training at an annual workshop held in March.

Specialists teach leaders various crafts, camping fundamentals and team-building procedures applicable to other activities besides camping.

A second workshop for high school youth club members is held during the first weekend in June. Leaders-InTraining (LIT) learn skills to assist their leaders at camp and in their youth clubs. ' To attend camp, an application must be completed and returned to the district youth counselor (DYC) no later than 20 days prior to the first day of camp.

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This connect-the-dots puzzle has pictures instead of numbers. Each picture begins with a different letter of the alphabet, and every letter of the alphabet is used once. Figure out what word each picture illustrates, then connect the dots in alphabetical order. The first line, going from the APPLE to the BASEBALL, has been drawn to get you started.

After reading about the Youth Program, complete the sentences below. in SPJST

1. Camp is provided on the basis of activities.

2. Camp applications must be completed and returned to the no later than

days prior to the first day of camp.

3. One way young people can qualify for camp is they must be SPJST of the year before the camp, and they

members by must attend

out of 12 youth meetings.

1.

BONUS QUESTION When is your district's camp?

Age

Name Lodge

Youth Leader

Lodge

Mail completed project by May 10, 2000, to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 —SPJST-

Age

Name Youth Leader Mail completed project by May 10, 2000, to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 —SPJST-

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Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club discusses parade, camp, YAD Dear Readers, Snook Youth Club had their meeting March 1. We brought Box Tops for Education, books for Half-Pint Library Project and sold tickets for Snook Brethren Church fund raiser. April charities are to recycle aluminum cans and Easter baskets for children at Phoebe's Home. We discussed having a float in the Snook Fest parade, camp and Youth Achievement Day dates.

Our next meeting is April 5 at 6 p.m.

Fraternally, Kimberly Gaas 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook

youth members donate Easter baskets to children's home Dear Readers, Lodge 9 had their monthly meeting on March 1. Thanks to David Kovar, our speaker. Our charities are Easter baskets for the children at Phoebe's Home and to recycle aluminum cans.

The Youth Club also sold tickets for the Snook Brethren Church fund raiser.

Our next meeting is April 5.

Fraternally Jason Gaas 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis

youth expresses excitement Dear Readers, Our March meeting was very exciting because our Youth Leader Sandra had a baby girl the week before. We almost didn't have our meeting, but we did and had a great time.

Randy Trojacek 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis

youth looks forward to summer camp Dear Vestnik Readers, School is almost out and I can't wait until camp. I attended the state workshop at the SPJST Lodge 25 in Ennis. I helped serve food and tea. My friends and I accumulated community service hours at the banquet for our upcoming confirmation at St. John Catholic Church.

Our Youth Leader Sandra Slovak was blessed with a baby girl this month.

Sincerely, Jake Holland 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis

youth welcomes baby Hayley Dear Folks, Our Youth Leader Sandra Slovak had a newborn baby. Her name is Hayley. I saw her at the SPJST domino tournament on March 18; she is pretty.

My Popo won two games of eight and got an "At Least I Was There" patch.

Happy days, Jerrod Ryan (11) 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 97, Placedo

Youth Club member attends district meet Dear Readers, I attended the district meeting in Taition on Sunday. I was in a skit called "Who Wants To Be A SPJST Millionaire." My mom and sister were in it, too. I was nervous, but afterwards, I thought it was fun. What I liked best was calling out the door prizes.

We are having an Easter egg hunt on Sunday, and I know it will be a lot of fun because I love Easter egg hunts.

Fraternally, Dean Vanek 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 97, Placedo

Youth Club receives "Director's Award" Dear Editor: We had a good time riding on the float in the Livestock Show parade.

There were lots of people to wave at. We all wore red bandanas. We won the Director's Award and received a wooden plaque. I hope that we do this again next year.

I also attended the district meeting on Sunday. I was in a skit with my mom and brother. I enjoyed playing with my friends from other lodges.

They are real fun. I met them at Camp Lone Star last summer. I can't wait for camp this year.

I wish everyone a Happy Easter!

Fraternally, Dana Vanek 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 107,

Floresville Youth Club assists with April activities Lodge 107 Youth Club held their meeting on March 12. There were 14 members and three adults present.

We discussed YAD, camp and the adult banquet.

Important Dates to Remember • April 8, we will be setting up the

hall for our banquet at 5:30 p.m.

• April 9, we will be holding our next district meeting at 12 noon.

Registration will be going on also.

Fraternally,..

Kristy Anderson (13) 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 107,

Floresville Youth Club member attends dinner Dear Members, We had a dinner on February 14.

There were a lot of adults there and some kids. There were a lot of foods to chose from. I had a nice time at the dinner. We went to Shorty's No. 3 for the dinner.

Fraternally, Travis Purchis (7) 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club lists important dates Lodge 107 Youth Club had their meeting on March 12, 2000. Here are some important dates to remember: April 8—Set up for banquet at 5:30 p.m.

April 9—Banquet, meeting and Easter egg hunt; registration at 12 noon.

May 7—Meeting at 2:30 p.m.

Don't forget to bring YAD cards to one of the meetings before June 1—the sooner the better.

Fraternally, Lian Pruski 4/5/00 —SPJST-

Teamwork

makes it happen!

HERITAGE AND CULTURE

Fort Bend CHS (Continued from page 13.)

Other names mentioned include the Mensiks, Koupas, Kubalas, Chuipks and Tejmls.

During the business meeting of the Czech Heritage Society of Fort Bend County, the Frank J. Parma Award for the "Outstanding Volunteer" for the 1999 year went to Robert Roesner. The award was underwritten by the Parma family with a donation from Dostal's Jewelry.

Roesner secured the most members and volunteered the greatest number of ours to Czech Heritage. He documented genealogical information in the Czech Republic, served as officer of CHS of Fort Bend and served on the Czech Heritage Society of Texas as membership chairman. Roesner corresponds with a genealogist in the Czech Republic.

Announcements An announcement was made of festivals the Fort Bend CHS will participate in for the coming year. These include the SPJST Lodge 88 celebration in Houston on March 26; Czech Fest in Rosenberg on May 5-7; and the East Bernard Festival on June 10.

Further announcements were made concerning the Czech Music Symposium on March 4 at the Austin Scottish Rite Theater; the Czech Heritage of Texas Genealogy Conference on July 27-30 at the Brazos Center at Bryan/College Station; the Czech Heritage Society of Texas State meeting at Hillje on March 11.

Two books were donated to the CHS library with Roesner donating "Karolinka" and Marie Cerny, "Kolovice."

The Texas Czech Veterans book is available from Eakin Press, members were told.

Mary Jane Kocurek —SPJST-

Senior Life: When You Need More How much is your life worth?

And how much did you insure it for? Two tough questions. Questions that get even tougher as you get older.

Now, thanks to SPJST's two Senior Life insurance plans, there may be some answers for you.

The SPJST Senior Life Plan is for people in good health who can correctly answer "no" to the general health questions on the application. The SPJST Senior Life Graded Benefit Plan is for people with some health problems but are still found to be eligible.

This plan has some limitations on coverage.

The Senior Life Graded Benefit provides an accidental death benefit for the full amount of the certificate immediately for the first three years. The death benefit from other causes is the refund of premiums, plus 20 percent. After

three years, both Senior Life plans provide exactly the same benefit.

No doctor's examination is necessary and the coverage cannot be canceled, so long as premiums are paid.

Moreover, the Senior Life plan has a guaranteed cash value and a certificate loan benefit.

Under the terms of the Senior Life Plan, the smallest amount of insurance that you can purchase is $5,000. Just as an example, the cost per $1,000 coverage for a 63-year old male would be $6.23 monthly and $69.21 annually.

For $5,000 insurance, that would amount to a monthly premium of $55.85 and an annual premium of $620.35.

For more information on the SPJST Senior Life certificate or an application form, please contact your local lodge sales representative.

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kupuju lkupovat kupoval (dekuju,

studuje, nastupuju, opakuju, ly±uju and many other verbs; very producive je no stole L. sg. v race.

L. sg. type) I. Knife jsou namesti stem kino mesto vlak student VOCABULARY: nest, impf. - carry, Brno ji,delna nadra2i tabule dtim ueitel vezt, impf. - carry by a vehicle, universita mapa selit kniha obraz koberec dam mlekarna Tampa prodavae f otogra fie strop transport, lezt, impf. — climb, crawl, navlteva obraz tfida zavazadlo mesto autobus vest, impf. — lead, guide, rust, impf. nice papir ;kola dopis slovo Karel kava lod'ka podlaha koberec pokoj autobus grow, pat, impf. -- wash (linen), — Smlchov feka Praha kolej 2idle mapa zvat, impf., pozvat, pf. — invite, kdvu eernou S. sg. na snit.

2. Karel prindfi A. sg koupat, impf. — bathe, impf. — swim, stem dava dlouhj, slovo cvieeni podlaha papir talka veeefe namesti pile te2k5, mazat, impf. — oil, grease, spread tabule nadrati peknj, obraz fotografie dobt-V (butter on bread), poslat, pf. — send, slovnfk zavazadlo vell4 esat, impf. — comb, ukazat, pf. — N. pl. kamarddi. dobri 3. To jsou ti n' show, point, plakat, impf. — weep, A. p1.

Vidim ty mE dobre kamarddy. mesto tvtij bratr tinel velkj, starj, lhat, impf. — (to tell a lie, obleci, pf. nd dlvka obraz otec dob6,. student studenvag pekn mladV loth -- put on, dress, svleci, pf. — take off, tka strip, uteci, pf. — run away, flee, pomoci, pf. -- help, umfit, pf. — die, zavrit, pf. -- close, shut, otevfft, pf. — 4. Fill in the verb in the correct form: open, tisknout, impf. -- press, print, Bydlim v Praze. Honza take tahnout, impf. -- pull, draw., Praze. mleko. zamknout, pf. — lock, sednout si, pf.

Marie prodava — sit down, rozhodnout, pf. — decide, Prodava'dky mleko.

Eva snida kavu. Vy take kavu? poslechnout, pf. — listen, obey, starRano be1im na tramvaj. Studenti flout, impf. — grow old, slabnout, impf. — grow weak, lehnout, pf. — lie na tramvaj. take down.

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10th Lesson. Revision Exercises.

Form sentences on the given model:

5. Fill in the accusative of the pronoun in brackets: (on). dobte ho slyUm dlouho (vy).

Hledam (ty). Cekam Divam se na (ona). na (ty).

Nevidim ..... (on).

Poslouchame (ona).

6egtinu UNm dobre (oni).

Vidime Slygite ... . . (jd)?

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Czech Heritage Society of Fort Bend County receives historical presentation John Allwright was the speaker for the first meeting of the year for the Czech Heritage Society of Fort Bend County. The meeting was held a 2220 Fourth Street in Rosenberg with President Pat Parma presiding.

Ted Kaspar introduced the speaker.

Allwright gave a brief overview of the "Czech Influence in Rosenberg." He began at the beginning with Henry Rosenberg, a Scotsman and prosperous businessman in Galveston. Rosenberg gave great support to hospitals, schools, libraries, orphanages and churches.

By 1890, railroads and come to what would become the city of Rosenberg.

The first immigrants came form New York, Allwright said, followed

by Czech and German immigrants.

Rosenberg began as nine blocks by 14 blocks, ringed by Czech farms. He said these Czechs were very industrious with neat home sites, great spring and fall gardens with many fruit trees planted and chickens and cows for meats, milk and eggs.

The Czechs, he said, usually belonged to Catholic, Brethren or Presbyterian Churches.

Education was stressed so the idea of free public schools really appealed to the early Czech immigrants. Some of the Czechs referred to in Rosenberg were the Skripkas, Stavinohas and Talaseks and Mareshes.

He mentioned that he had gone to school with Walter Skripka who was in the audience and the Stavinohas had owned and operated White House Grocery at the corner of Avenue G and First Street.

Tom Talasek, father of Rosenberg city councilman Tom Talasek, and Binnie Babovec had a furniture store and his son, Albert refinished furniture. Frank Maresh owned a filling station on Avenue H at the end of that same block.

He said the Juricka building was located where Steinocher Photography now stands.

Kovar and Walenta were names on the board of the First National Bank at its inception; Frank Dedek had a pharmacy; the Urbishes, a saddle shop; and the Janaks owned a clothing store.

Pete Kanak had the grocery store and Noskas, a cafe with the best chicken salad sandwiches, he recalled.

Pochylas ran the meat market featuring hot sausage and other good foods while the Humpolas had a shoe shop, clothing store and Jerry Humpola did photography.

Cultural Events Candar April 8 Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center museum in La Grange, Texas amphitheater ground breaking ceremony 10 a.m.

April 8 - April 23 Exhibition of eggs decorated in the Czech, Moravian and Slovak styles—at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library in Iowa.

For further information about the exhibition, call Patricia A. Hikiji at (319)

362-8500.

April 16 Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas meeting at Senior Citizens Activity Center in La Grange.

April 30 Fifth Annual Victor Peter Memorial Lecture, "There Goes the Neighborhood"—at Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street, Houston, Texas and sponsored by the Czech Heritage Society of Texas-Harris County Chapter, Inc. Lunch begins 12 noon, the meeting starts at 2 p.m. followed by the lecture at 3 p.m.

May 21 St. Cyril and Methodius 38th Annual Slavic Heritage Festival—at University of Houston Yeoman Field House of the Athletics/Alumni Center, 3100 Cullen, Houston, Texas 12 noon to 6 p.m. The Czech Cultural Center Houston will sponsor a booth featuring educational information on the Czech Republic, its people, culture, traditions, cuisine and heritage. The Market Place Gift Shop will sell unique Czechmade products—table linens, lace, books, crystal, pottery and great crystal jewelry. For more information contact Slavic Heritage Festival Chairman Mr. Ralph Subotich via fax (713) 688-

1577.

June 2000 Lidice Concert: Date to be Announced—Dedicated to the sacredness of human life, the concert is given in memory of Lidice and is sponsored by Reverend Father Paul Chovanec of St. Christopher's Catholic Church. Members of the Czech Cultural Center Houston will participate.

Julius and Ernest Luksa had a grocery store and meat market. Della and Bill Kocurek had a nursery and flower shop at the end of Seventh Street.

Their daughter, Alice Kocurek, carries on the tradition today in one of the larger flower shops in the country, Terra Flora.

The Polka farm became Mons Addition at the end of Fourth Street area where houses abound today. The Schmidt farm is now Cambridge Village.

He said Czech mayors of Rosenberg have included John Janca, Ben Babovec and Dorothy Walenta Ryan and currently Joe Gurecky.

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14/VESTNIK-Wednesday, April 5, 2000

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

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Church CCD Building in Pilot Point.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, April 7-Social night, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, April 21-Good Friday, no social Sunday, April 23-Marek family Friday, April 28-Trustee meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 29-Knapak family reunion

waltzes and country/western; 3-7 p.m. $5 per person. Kitchen will be open.

Saturday, April 15-Allen Tally and the Country Playboys; 7-11 p.m. $5 per person.

Sunday, April 30-Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen; 3-7 p.m. $6 per person.

Kitchen will be open.

Hall is located at 702 Hwy. 95 North, Elgin.

Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise stated. During all Sunday dances, the kitchen will be open. For rentals, call Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; for reservations, call Mildred David (512) 261-5272; for band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is non-smoking.

Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 826-5863.

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

LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6 p.m.

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

LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 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 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.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE 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, rentals, please contact Hall Manager Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484.

LODGE 25, ENNIS Thursday, April 13-Lodge meetng, 8 p.m.

Friday, April 28-Rental Saturday, April 29-Rental

LODGE 17, NEW TABOR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

Lodge 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 18, ELGIN Sunday, April 9-Combinations, polkas,

LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of

2000

1935 The members of

Circle of Czech Women of Dallas request the pleasure of your company at a reception in celebration of their

65th Anniversary on Sunday, the ninth of April in the year two thousand from two until five o'clock Sokol Athletic Center 7448 Greenville Avenue Dallas, Texas RSVP (972) 495-5387 (972) 262-7981 Guest Speaker: Dr. Ivan Dubovicky, Cultural Counselor for the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Washington, D.C.

National Hall SPJST Lodge 92 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road Fort Worth, Texas 76114 (817) 624-1361

BATTLE DANCE Sunday, April 16, 2000 3 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Country Western Music by

Gary Lee Country Western Band

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

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March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. in the meeting room on the ground floor of the SPJST Hall building at 106 Leveridge Street in East Bernard.

LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, April 7-Wilbur Riechenbach and his keyboard Friday, April 14-Earl Beatty Friday, April 21-Polka Stars Friday, April 28-Grieger and Grieger Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m with a covered dish meal served after the meeting. All members and guests are always welcome. The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 to 9 p.m. "On premises catering." For hall reservations, dance information or bookings call the lodge hall at (512) 352-9139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Shiller (512) 365-7632.

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

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

LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, April 15-Classie Ballou Saturday, April 29-Somewhere in Texas Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156.

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

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

Polka Party Time!

Sunday April 9, 2000 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. dip West Fraternal Auditorium West, Texas Music by:

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LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Lunch is at 12:30, followed by meeting and social.

Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 in Hillje (409) 648-2317. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Sheldon Holub (409) 543-7387, Tria Molberg (409) 543-3044 or (409) 648-2317 (lodge hall.)

LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road at 7 p.m.

LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday April 8-No dance/Private Saturday, April 15-Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, 7-11 p.m.

Saturday, April 22-No dance. Happy Easter Saturday, April 29-No dance/Private Star Hall is a Non-Smoking facility.

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 2000 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Louis Kohutek (254) 983-2261 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night.

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

LODGE 49, ROWENA 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 Sunday, April 30, 2000-Lodge hosts District Three Spring meeting.

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.

Hamburgers • Nacho boats Czech Sausage Sandwiches

Jodie Mikula Orchestra and Czarnek Harry and the Texas Dutchmen

Everyone is Welcome We Appreciate Your Support

Admission $6 Per Person

Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.

and Favorite Variety of Music by

Al Vaners Band of Dallas Kitchen will be open serving your favorites

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

LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Sunday, April 16, 2000-Lodge hosts District Four Spring meeting at Senior Citizens Community Center in Seymour.

Wednesday, April 5, 2000-VESTNIK/15 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 SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Hall location: 5502 Kostorhyz Road, Corpus Christi. Phone: (512) 852-9042. Public invited.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND Sunday, May 28-Spring Festival; details forthcoming.

Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-1395-8; 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 Saturday, April 15-Dance with music by Jodie Mikula Band, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Admission $6 per person.

Monday, April 17-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 Bertha Capps at (254) 778-4371 (Shop) or (254) 773-6164 (Home).

LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, April 8-Vrazels', polka/variety.

Admission $6 per person.

Saturday, April 15-Bobby Layne, big band music. Admission $12 per person. *Dress code.

Saturday, April 22-Gus Lindemann, big band music. Tickets $11 each. *Dress code.

Saturday, April 29-Hobo dance: Central Texas Sounds, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each.

Wearing a hobo costume is optional.

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 mid night, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird spe cial starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-6212077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen.

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

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, April 16-Big Battle Dance with c/w and p/w bands: Music by Gary Lee and Vanek's Czech Band. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. See ad for more details.

Lodge meetings are the second Sundayi of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth Club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ballroom dancing every Friday night 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. Family night/tarok on the first and third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Ladies' Circle meets on second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. For a place to hold your large parties, anniversaries or other special events, call Joyce at (817) 624-1361.

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

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

LODGE 97, PLACEDO Thursday, June 8-Meeting at REA Building, Victoria, 6:30 p.m.

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 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 Note: Lodge 133, San Antonio has cancelled its April meeting.

Sunday, May 21-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Church in San Antonio.

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

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

LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m. Sept. through May. 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 142, HOUSTON Sunday, April 9-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 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 148, BLESSING Sunday, April 30-Blessing V.F. Dept., 2 p.m.

Wednesday, June 3-Dinner; watch for details 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 172, PASADENA Saturday, April 8-Sound Connection, country/westem Sunday, April 9-Annual social: music by Sound Connection, polka/waltz Saturday, April 15-Cherokee Country, country/western Saturday, April 22-Gone West, c/w Saturday, April 29-No dance/private party Hall is located at 3609 Preston, 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 175, ROSENBERG Membership meetings will be held on Monday, June (19th); Monday, September (18th); and Monday, December (18th).

Location of each meeting will be announced.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; trustees' meeting is 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. 1-742042239-0 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 Wednesday, Saturday, April 8---Easter/spring dance: High Stakes Band will provide the music. Doors open at 7:45 p.m. BYOB. Kitchen and soda bar will be open.

Wednesday, May 3 - Lodge Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Lodge hall is located on 1-35W, 1.5 miles south of Burleson. 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. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik (817) 284-7218; Rhonda Hurtik (214) 435-2286; or John Hilcher (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Children 10 and under free.

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

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m.

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

LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538, (972) 263-9031, (972) 262-8830 and (817) 457-2138.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Ginny Prasatik, Secretary, at (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date and time.

LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held monthly, on the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 427-8160. • LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, Sept. and Dec. at 3 p.m.

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Sunday, April 9-Lodge quarterly meeting at the Wall Fire Hall.

LODGE 161, LA PARITA-JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are held on the first Sunday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank Community Room; except for March, June, September and December meetings which will be held at a restaurant at 4:30 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 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. 1-7420733095-41002.

LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK 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. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, please call (512) 2551554 or (512) 255-3415.

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

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

Meetings are held at the lodge hall located at 1 715 Hughes Street in Lufkin, Texas. Regular dances are on the third Saturday of every month. Reservations for tables at dances will be made on a first call basis.

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

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST All dances open to the public. Admission $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, RUCEVILLE-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.

LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas.

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