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Official Publication of the SPJST, originally chartered as the Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas, in 1897

VOLUME 92 NUMBER 31

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

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Lodge 246 Morgan's Point

Lodge 1 Fayetteville

Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station

DAVID NAUERT FIC

GWENDOLYN WALSH

NICK PATTILLO

Lodge 178 Longview

Lodge 224 Waxahachie

Lodge 246 Morgan's Point

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JOSE TORRES, IV Lodge 215 South Plains

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Lodge 81 Needville

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FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

VESTNI SPJST Herald

SPJST HOME OFFICE

(800) 727-7578 • FAX: (254) 774-7447 On the Worldwide Web at www.spjst.com 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.

The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions.

The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication.

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

EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION: MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Mobile Phone: (254) 534-0807 email: melaniez@vvm.com

OFFICERS BRIAN VANICEK, FIC PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 Mobile Phone: (254) 534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com

GENE McBRIDE, FICF VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 780-1906 Mobile Phone: (254) 534-1450 email: genemc@spjst.com

LANITA ANGLIN SECRETARY-TREASURER Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-2334 email: lanitaa@spjst.com

JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 email: jerrymik@spjst.com Home Phone: (254) 773-2950

DREW POPELKA LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (254) 742-0724 email: spjst-legal@sbcglobal.net P.O. Box 1706, Temple, Texas 76503

DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I Home Phone: (979) 272-3265 (979) 224-3125 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878

BOBBY WUENSCE DISTRICT II

FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Stanley Mrnustik, 202 N. Shaw St., Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 567-4386 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx. 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Goner, 526 Karen, Waco, Tx. 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Clara Broz, 1507 W.T.C. Jester, Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-6120 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Tx. 77437 - (979) 543-6220 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx., 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Martha Durham, 7221 Riviera Dr., Fort Worth, Tx. 76180 - (817) 281-0666 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (325) 234-8117 ' District Five - Edna Wehring, 1831 Crystal Ct., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2815 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Tx. 77971 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Tereso Hernandez, 502 22nd Street, Hondo, Tx. 78861 - (210) 364-3620 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1342 CR 403, Dime Box, Tx 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 187 Tanner Circle, Georgetown, Tx. 78628 - (512) 864-9183 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Momingside, Dallas, Tx. 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Tx. 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Tx. 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 850 North View, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130 - (830) 606-7787 STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC Cell: (254) 541-5555 email: spjst@hotmail.com STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 1 Bill Orsak (979) 272-8902 Mobile: (979) 324-0056, Fax (979) 272-8902 DISTRICT 2 Zachary Kramer Mobile Phone: (254) 541-5820 DISTRICT 3 Jerry Kucera, FIC (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz, FIC (325) 442-3038 or (325) 442-3141 (Home) DISTRICT 5 Lynn Johnsen, FIC, (281) 599-0952 Mobile Phone: (281) 635-9293 email: spjst_sfr5@sbcglobal.net

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

DISTRICT 6 Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Mobile Phone: (979) 332-1616 email: kkaspar@wcecnet.net DISTRICT 7 Hector Garcia (361) 749-1032 Mobile Phone: (361) 548-5702

STANLEY R. BROZ, VICE CHAIRMAN DISTRICT IV

STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

Home Phone: (512) 352-3013 2451 CR 405, Taylor, TX 76574-5421

JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN DISTRICT III

Home Phone: (325) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855

LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 864-2163 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, TX 77008

MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-3279 407 Taos Street, Victoria, TX 77904

BOB J. BAYER, CHAIRMAN DISTRICT VII Home Phone: (830) 393-9073 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114

BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Tx. 77853 - (979)884-1451 District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Tx. 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 24.44 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Tx. 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Tx. 76875 - (325) 442-4841 District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Tx. 77018 - (713) 683-0018 District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Tx. 77414 - (979) 244-4415 District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Tx. 78064 - (830) 281-8246

Position Vacant Until the SFAC position is filled, please direct your inquiries to the Office of the President.

STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR Position Vacant Until the SYD position is filled, please direct your inquiries to the Office of the President.

DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 272-3440

District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Street, Burlington, Tx. 76519 (254) 985-2396 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Momingside, Dallas, Tx. 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Leta Cross, P.O. Box 1124, Abilene, Tx. 79604 (325) 437-0456 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Tx. (713) 649-6138

District Six - Marcy Dorotik, 2501 Tanglewilde, No. 159, Houston, Tx. 77063 - (713) 907-1630 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Tx. 78160 - (830) 745-2702 - email: wap6564@felpsis.net

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

Discover a Treasure No August 25 Vestnik Please note that no Wstrul will be published the week of August 25. Also note that the deadline for the Vestnik is 5 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the publication date.

Time and time again, the SPJST Youth Program has turned ordinary young people into leaders. And, I'm glad to have witnessed it through so many young people who have participated in all aspects of the program. That makes me proud. The 2003-2004 State New Vestnik Email Address King and Queen are fine examples.

Please send all of your items for the Dale Korth and Alicia Ford are outVestnik to me at the following address: standing young people who have grown and matured over the past year. They Melanie Zavodny are leaders and role models to all who P.O. Box 100 know them.

The Youth Program is all about teamTemple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447 work. It's propelled by an amazing Email: melaniez@vvm.com group of adults who always go above and beyond for our youth. And, that's If you have any questions or need what makes our program so special. any information regarding the Vestnik, Thanks to our seven District Youth please give me a call at the following Counselors and our almost 100 youth numbers: leaders and assistants around the state, Office: we have exceeded all goals that have been set. What an incredible feeling!

(254) 773-1575 or (800) 727-7578 Our youth participation is at the highest Mobile: (254) 534-0807 since the early 1980s. We currently What a Challenge! have 51 youth clubs—the most the This past week was quite a challenge SPJST Youth Program has ever had. for me—coordinating State Youth And, over the past three and one-half Achievement Day and editing my first years, our sales representatives have issue of the Vestnik. I still don't know written almost 5,000 youth into SPJST. how it all got done, but somehow it did! That's exciting!

Thanks to all of those who helped me There's so many people that I have to make it happen. I certainly do treasure thank for helping me lead this program you! over the past six years.

I'd like to thank my husband David A Grand Success for his unending support and for just Once again, this year's State Youth being with me doing whatever it took to Achievement Day was a grand success. get the job done.

To the DYCs and youth leaders, you Congratulations to all of the participants in the day's activities. More than 200 all are not just adults who lead our protrophies and awards were presented to gram. You are friends and each of you youth on Saturday, August 10 at the will forever be special to David and me.

Frank W. Mayborn Center in Temple. We'll never forget all the great times Special congratulations to the 2004- that we've spent together.

2005 SPJST State Royalty Court: King To the youth—all of you hold a very Joshua Siptak and Duke Mark Siptak, special place in my heart. I will forever both of Lodge 4, Hallettsville in District treasure each of you. Your energy and Six, and Queen Jessica Schumann and determination for success inspire me.

To the parents—thanks for allowing Duchess Sara Sump, both of Lodge 13, your children to be a part of the SPJST Dime Box in District One. My sincere appreciation to all of the and my life. I have learned so much State YAD volunteers, youth leaders and through working with our young people. assistants, DYCs and assistants, and They are one of SPJST's biggest treasSupreme Lodge members who helped ures!

To the current and recent past with this year's event. It was a big sucSupreme Lodge Officers and Directors, cess—thanks to all of you! your leadership has guided me and helped me to set goals, and your friendDiscover a Treasureship and support has allowed me to SPJST Youth Getting the opportunity to lead the reach them.

I close this very special chapter of my program that I participated in as a child was truly an honor and a dream come life as State Youth Director and begin a new chapter as Vistnik Editor and true.

I have thoroughly enjoyed every Director of Communication. I very moment of the past six years as SPJST much look forward to seeing you in the State Youth Director. It's very difficult Vestnik and around the state. David and to put into words everything that the I thank you for your love and friendship. youth program and the people involved May God bless you all.

—SPJSTin it mean to me.

Where to direct your SPJST legal inquiries Any questions pertaining to legal matters involving Society business are to be directed to SPJST Legal Advisor Drew Popelka at (254) 7420724.

Direct your legal correspondence to Brother Popelka at:

SPJST Legal Advisor Drew Popelka P.O. Box 1706 Temple, Texas 76503 Direct your legal email inquiries to him at spjst-legal@sbcglobal.net .

—SPJST-

Wednesday, August 1, 1 2004—VESTN1 K/3

POSITION AVAILABLE

State Youth Director POSITION AVAILABLE

State Fraternal Activities Coordinator WORK TIME: This is a full-time position and the hours worked will be adjusted as required by SPJST business and special events. Applicant must be available for evening and weekend work.

QUALIFICATIONS: Professional experience in special events management and promotion or equivalent experience. Good driving record and willingness to travel throughout the state.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop enthusiasm for SPJST fraternal programs and events.

• The ability to motivate others and communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, and in written and electronic forms with the president, directors, lodge officers, members, and others in a professional and courteous manner.

• The ability to organize work and set priorities, to manage time gnd resources to meet deadlines and changing demands within the entire operation of administrative services and perform duties with a minimum of supervision.

• The ability to work with computers and business software.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision and direction of the Supreme Lodge President, the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator will work with the district and the local lodge fraternal activities coordinators to plan and direct fraternal programs, subject to the approval of the Supreme Lodge, and submit interesting and informative news items to the Editor and Director of Communication on a regular basis.

WORK – .1...E: This is a full-time position. The hours worked will be adjusted as required by SPJST business and youth events. Applicant must be available for evening and weekend work.

QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience working as an instructor or recreational director for youth activities. Knowledge of camping and recreational activities. Good driving record and willingness to travel throughout the state.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop enthusiasm for SPJST youth programs and events.

• The ability to motivate others and to communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, and in written and electronic forms with the president, directors, district youth counselors, youth. leaders, youth, parents, lodge members, and others in a professional and courteous manner.

• The ability to organize work and set priorities, to manage time and resources to meet deadlines and changing demands within the entire operation of administrative services and perform duties with a minimum of supervision.

• The ability to work with computers and business software.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision and direction of the Supreme Lodge President, the State Youth Director will work with district youth counselors to plan and direct activities and programs, and to formulate rules and regulations for youth activities at all levels.

• The position is primarily a field position and will invest at least 1/3 of time in the field working with lodges.

• The position is primarily a field position and will invest at least 1/3 of time in the field working with lodges.

• Will schedule and develop the programs for youth leader training, leaders in training retreats and conduct the training of district youth counselors.

• Will schedule and develop fraternal activities workshops.

• Will perform and/or oversee administrative and clerical duties associated with the SPJST Youth Program.

• Will perform and/or oversee administrative and clerical duties associated with various aspects of the SPJST Fraternal Program.

• Will work at creating an enthusiastic atmosphere in which members will want to participate to ensure success of the SPJST Fraternal Program.

• Will work at creating an enthusiastic atmosphere in which youth, parents, and interested parties will want to participate to ensure success of the SPJST Youth Program.

• Perform other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

• Perform other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

• Will provide weekly verbal reports to the Supreme Lodge President and quarterly written reports to the Supreme Lodge.

• Will provide weekly verbal reports to the Supreme Lodge President and quarterly written reports to the Supreme Lodge.

COMPENSATION: Sahary will be based on education and experience.

Compensation package includes 401K plan, group hospitalization and life insurance coverage and long-term disability coverage.

COMPENSATION: Salary will be based on education and experience.

Compensation package includes 401K plan, group hospitalization and life insurance coverage and long-term disability coverage.

Interested persons should send resume before August 20, 2004 to: SPJST do SPJST President's Office; P.O. Box 100; Temple, Texas 76503.

Interested persons should send resume before August 20, 2004 to: SPJST c/o SPJST President's Office; P.O. Box 100; Temple, Texas 76503.

POSITION AVAILABLE

POSITION AVAILABLE

Assistant Museum Curator

Legal Secretary

WORK TIME: This is a full-time position and the hours worked will be adjusted as required by SPJST Home Office and Library, Archives and Museum events. Applitant must be available for evening and weekend work.

WORK TIME: This is a full-time position. Generally Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, hours worked will be adjusted as required by SPJST business and special events. Applicant must be available for evening and weekend work as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Typing: 50 wpm.

• The ability to work with computers and business software.

• Ability to write press releases and organize graphic layout for flyers and presentation.

• Enjoy interacting and comfortable meeting other people.

• Able to work independently..

• Communicate well with the public, both in person and on the telephone.

• Previous museum and/or exhibit experience helpful.

Under the supervision and direction of the JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Supreme Lodge President, the Assistant Curator will help to promote and communicate the various aspects of the SPJST Fraternal Program. Duties will include assisting with the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum and may include, but are not limited to: • Scheduling and coordinating the routine aspects of day-to-day usage of the collection as appropriate, and performs general housekeeping duties.

• Maintaining and updating accurate records pertaining to the collection, using a computerized collections management system.

• Assisting in exhibition curation as directed, to include retrieval of materials, researching and verifying ihformation, generating exhibition copy, and general conservation of collection pieces and materials.

• Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

COMPENSATION: Salary will be based on education and experience.

Compensation package includes 401K plan, group hospitalization and life insurance coverage and long-term disability coverage.

Interested persons should send resume before August 20, 2004 to: SPJST do SPJST President's Office; P.O. Box 100; Temple, Texas 76503.

QUALIFICATIONS: • • • • •

Unquestionable integrity.

Ability to type 50 words per minute or more.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows XP. Aptitude to work in a friendly, professional environment.

Experience in real estate transactions preferred.

PERSONAL SKILLS: Very strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills, be highly detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage workload.

• Ability to maintain highly confidential information and documents and capacity to exercise sound judgment.

• Capability to work independehtly as well as part of a team.

• Solid writing, editing and proofreading skills along with good communication and organizational capabilities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Transcribing, typing, editing, proofreading, photocopying, faxing, filing and distributing legal and administrative documents.

• Maintaining and procuring mail, answering telephones, and acting as liaison between attorney and clients, title companies and SPJST officers and employees.

• Maintaining schedule and arranging meetings.

• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Legal Advisor.

COMPENSATION: Compensation shall be based on education and experience as determined by the Legal Advisor and in concurrence with other Supreme Lodge officers. Benefits include, but are not limited to a matching 401(k) plan, health and life insurance, vacation and sick leave.

Applicants should mail a resume postmarked on or before August 20, 2004 to: SPJST, do Legal Advisor, P.O. Box 1706, Temple, Texas 76503-1706.

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SPJST records2,572 applications written through July in Join Hands 2004 program Through the end of July, the SPJST had received 2,572 applications for insurance and annuity certificates. The membership application goal of 2,345 in the Join Hands 2004 membership drive was reached in July. However, the membership campaign continues through the end of the year.

In conjunction with SPJST's Join Hands 2004 program, local lodges have been assigned application quotas for the year. The lodge quota has been based largely on past performance and perceived potential.

The fourth column, "Youth Club Quota," applies to those lodges with youth clubs and reflects applications written for members between the ages of 0 and 17. "Youth Club" totals are applied toward the lodge's total quota.

The sixth column, "Lodge Incentive Count," reflects the number of new certificates issued for the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program through July 31, 2004.

—SPJST-

DISTRICT ONE Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Application Application Applications Lodge No. Lodge Name Quota Current Written Count 1 Fayetteville 10 10 22 9 Snook 25 11 17 13 Dime Box 15 1 1 17 New Tabor 25 15 24 21 Engle 10 0 38 Kovar 10 2 39 Bryan 10 5 51 Ellinger 10 3 3 57 Gonzales 10 1 67 Schulenburg 10 1 94 Wheelock 10 0 106 LaGrange 10 O 141 Sealy 10 O 169 Brenham 10 O 179 Warrenton 10 186 Caldwell 10 5 8 188 Centerville 10 0 189 Bryan-College Station 10 14 201 Bleiblerville-Nelsonville 10 9

Lodge Incentive Count 13 15 1 20 0 2 4 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 13 9

DISTRICT 1WO Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Application Application Lodge No. Lodge Name Quota Current 15 Buckholts 10 18 Elgin 35 5 20 Granger 20 2 24 35 Cyclone 15 Taylor 29 60 6 47 Seaton 50 23 48 Beyersville 10 5 74 Crockett 10 80 Holland 11 50 87 Temple 25 8 89 Rosebud 2 10 Austin 10 155 171 Lockhart 10 174 10 Rockdale 25 20 177 Academy 182 10 0 Falls County 187 Round Rock 25 10 2 200 Bruceville-Eddy 1 221 Harker Heights 15 Lockhart 15 *234 Burnet 10 *236 10 West Austin *237 10 *246 Morgan's Point 10 New Youth Club

Join Hands 2004 Applications Written Count 12 7 2 23 30 41 10 0 23 24 2 2 0 0 33 1 6 10 11 33 0 45 75

Lodge Incentive Count 12 4 3 22 27 38 10 0 23 23 3 0 0 0 29 1 6 9 8 29 0 38 60

Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Applications Application Application Written Count Current Quota Lodge No. Lodge Name 9 25 Pilot Point-Tioga 5 60 12 38 Cottonwood 6 4 8 25 Ennis 25 2 10 Elk 35 8 25 54 West 13 24 55 Waco 66 0 10 Ennis 82 17 12 25 84 Dallas 20 13 Fort Worth 25 92 0 10 Gainesville 101 1 10 Dallas 130 1 10 Ennis 135 2 20 Fort Worth 154 0 10 Penelope 167 9 10 Longview 178 4 10 Burleson 180 11 20 3 Arlington 183 0 10 Cleburne 195 1 10 Stephenville 204 10 Terrell 205 10 Mexia 206 0 10 Fairfield *210 0 10 Palestine "21l 0 10 Athens *21'6 4 10 Waxahachie "224

Lodge Incentive Count 8 43 12 2 8 16 0 17 21 0 1 1

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DISTRICT FOUR Lodge No. Lodge Name 49 Rowena Seymour 73 76 Wichita Falls 157 Lubbock San Angelo 160 *207 Iowa Park "209 Brownwood 215 South Plains *219 El Paso *222 Vernon Abilene 229 *230 Midland 233 Lubbock *235 Junction Goldthwaite *238 *242 Amarillo *243 Snyder *245 Fort Stockton *249 Albany

Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Application Application Applications Quota Current Written Count 40 17 10 2 10 17 10 0 50 4 15 10 0 10 0 25 17 48 10 0 10 0 15 11 25 10 3 5 20 0 10 0 10 0 10 7 * 10 0 10 0 10

Lodge No. Lodge Name 65 Crosby 81 Needville 88 Houston 91 Crosby 139 Danbury 142 Houston 149 Alvin 156 Baytown 162 Iowa Colony 172 Pasadena 175 Rosenberg 181 Conroe 191 Lufkin Houston-West 196 "227 Onalaska "228 Cleveland "231 Angleton Mid-Houston *232

Join HandsYou 2004 Club Join Hands 2004 Lodge Application Application Applications Incentive Quota Written Count Current Count 10 0 0 '* 11 15 15 140 10 33 27 10 4 4 5 10 4 15 3 10 0 0 10 6 3 0 4 7 7 30 18 35 23 37 10 19 10 2 2 15 15 12 35 5 14 8 3 10 1 10 7 6 10 0 0 3 10 3

Lodge Incentive Count 13 2 12 0 10 0 0 37 0 0 22 2 3 0 0 6 0 0 1

DISTRICT FIVE

DISTRICT SIX Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Application Application Applications Written Count Lodge No. Lodge Name Quota Current 4 Hallettsville 20 3 4 8 Weimar 10 10 Shiner 10 6 19 0 0 Velehrad 23 10 Moravia 1 12 28 25 East Bernard 25 11 33 30 Talton 46 Victoria 15 5 32 49 97 El Campo-Hillje 55 40 10 6 41 Port Lavaca 19 Sweet Home 10 55 63 55 13 35 97 Placedo 0 125 Westhoff 10 0 Inez 143 2 5 148 El Maton 10 10 10 Wharton 151 10 0 LaSalle 153 0 lO Moulton 184 17 10 Palacios *223 2 10 Bay City *240 10 0 *241 Columbus 10 New Youth Club

Lodge Incentive Count 7 2 6 0 1 9 30 32 82 5 48 34 0 0 5 7 0 0 7 2 0

DISTRICT SEVEN Lodge No. 26 79 93 107 117 133 137 164 185 202 *213 "217 220 239 247 *250

Lodge Name Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville , Robstown San Antonio Taft Rio Hondo New Braunfels Jourdanton Fredericksburg Alice McAllen Hondo San Marcos Harlingen

Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Applications Application Application Current Written Count Quota 3 10 25 51 20 10 2 21 15 55 10 0 10 60 0 10 3 10 1 4 10 44 61 30 0 10 12 10 3 10 594 273 100 370 192 10 31 10

*Denotes that lodge has not been chartered.

—SPJST-

Lodge Incentive Count 1 52 2 32 0 19 0 3 4 55 1 10 2 430 311 16

Wednesday, August 11, 2004—VESTNIK/5

FROM THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT

The SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through July 31, 2004 MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED Dist.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9

Apps.

8 40 27 33 18 51 117 0

Totals:-

294

Written $ 907,404.00 1,858,000.00 458,000.00 1,572,359.00 437,000.00 1,837,021.00 4,803,389.00 0

1,903,000.00 120,000.00 1,144,590.00 719,000.00 1,847,500.00 3,715,906.00 30,000.00

$11,873,173.00

$10,127,108.00

Issued

$ 647,112.00

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED Dist.

Apps.

Written

Issued

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9

106 326 153 139 186 338 1312 12

$5,099,220.00 12,716,893.00 3,512,000.00 6,121,893.00 7,035,907.00 12,480,268.00 37,261,050.00 197.000.00

$3,216,816.00 9,372,893.00 2,863,000.00 4,818,124.00 4,405,907.00 7,550,748.00 26,508,444.00 97,000.00

Totals

2,572

$84,424,231.00

$58,832,932.00

Fraternally Gene McBride, FICF, Vice President —SPJST-

records 1,193 referrals through July in Join Hands 2004 program SPJST

Through the end of July, the following members have made referrals during the Join Hands 2004 Membership Drive.

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Curtis Marg Curtis Robert Karen Franklin Sandy Haiduk Elda Miramontes Francisco Miramontes Irene Plata Jose Valdez Norma Valdez Gloria Zwahr Herbert Zvvahr James Havran Barbara Holman Susan Shofner Bowyn Bauer Kirbey Cufr Bailey Fritsch Sharon Fritsch Robert Froebel Ruth Froebel Irene Polansky Raymond Sustaita Elizabeth Vahalik Jonathan Vahalik Helen Zabransky Dean Carender Jack Carender Traci Dobecka Barbara Hykel Dorothy Kucera Michael Moore Mary Neckar Amelia Peterson Brooke Craig JoAnn Jares Leo Jares Stacey Eldridge Ann Schoeneman James Schoeneman

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Marie Shelfer Becka Hayden Conni Korth Dale Korth Ricky Korth Sharon Russell Carla West Mary Chudej Doug Williams Virginia Williams Shelby Norman Tyler Sandner Kyle Skrabanek Kolby Kahlden Evelyn Gustafson Aleen Jaecks Jim Mogonye Katie Mogonye Sam Morgan Alex Roehlke Mary Ryan Charlie Anderson Audra Bazilius Krystal Bazilius Margaret Campbell Peggy Herendon Bobby Hoelscher Lisa Kirby Donna Locke Wilbert Mikeska Emma Perry Susie Stermer Joan Vanicek Sam Vanicek Stephanie Vanicek Donica Zabcik Melanie Zavodny Rita Holland Doreen Honza Margaret Krajca A.J. 'Tony" Kelner Helen Kelner Larry Beran Michelle Newsom Linda Pospisil Marie Ann Ripple

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Patricia Talasak Connor Vanecek Kyle Vanecek Shelly Wiegand Kenna Bubela Wanda Dorotik Leroy Kaspar Peggy Gutierrez Ardis Bacak Bradley Bacak Josephine Bacak Norma Canes Delia (Dee) Floyd Angela Garcia Patricia Garcia Lee Hamons Annie Mae Henry Karen Holub Darlene Janak Jennifer Kunetka Alice Laitkep Leona Macha Edith Molberg Tony Pall Marina Salinas Mary Jo Salinas Tony Salinas Ashley Sczech Debbie Sczech Kathryn Zbranek Crystal Bartek Heidi Bartek Tricia Begesse Debbie Dohnalik Sandra Dubcak Lisa Greger Cynthia Hutka Crystal Morris Neil Rabroker Calvin Skrabanek Dolores Skrabanek Katherine Smith Dorothy Stuchly Doris Tyroch Curtis Stewart Bonnie Wolf Denisse Wuensche Freddie Kaluza Janice Kaluza George Mynar Mary Mynar Kyle Janak Hunter Mican Gladys Yates Elvira McCall Jill Sijansky Larry Wilks Nancy Wilks Dean Brisbin G.L. Brisbin Courtney Brummett Daniel Hendrix Helen Pajestka Risa Pajestka Victoria Pajestka Doni Powell Rita Spinn Amber Yeager Ashley Yeager Cyril Pajestka Jennifer Andreason Richard Andreason Desiree Christman Bertha Capps Louise Baca Carolyn Filipp Mickey Hagen King HegwoodHelen Hegwood Mary Krippner Calvin Orsag Flo Orsag Josephine Pflughaupt Patsy Baker Rodney Marek Tammy Martinez Dick Durham Martha Durham Bessie Ellsworth Gayle Fuller Florence Greer Martha Janca Mary Krivanek Betty Matousek John Williams Yvonne Garrett

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Jackie Reid Clarence Matula Liz Bielefeld Glenn Pruski Lian Pruski Wendy Pruski Travis Purchis Margaret Vrla Vicki Reese Lorenda Baldwin Alice Jochen Nelson Jochen Mary Kieschnick Anna Johnson Betty Crawford Geraldine Frank Janet Rawlinson Joe Olivo Carol Dyer Kathy Fritz Linda Johnson Sue Moore Ricky VVeyand Angeline Stiborek Kay Weeks Tom Weeks Christian Brinkman Darlene Brinkman Linda Cannon Thomas Cannon Tana Guess Michelle Mendez Landra Teakell Taylor Price Gladys Nelson Red Oman Jack Gartner Peggy Gartner Robert Castillo Betty Louis Peggy Brewer Christina Dodson Corinne Kerr Ashley Buentello Michael Lasusa Domingo Gonzales, II Brenda Gonzales Vanessa Gonzales Cassie Haiduk Stephen Hartman Bettie House Jesus Huizar Kimberly Huizar Amanda Lozano Melba Novosad Ariel Reyes Xavier Reyes Clarissa Rodriguez Devin Vasquez Raven Vasquez Joan Weiderhold Liliana Wiederhold Miranda Wiederhold Veronica Berta Norman Kneschk Sandra Pierce Ann Paruzinski Judy Paul Jim Wiest Al Pena Rose Pena Patsy Adams Jesusita Hudson Cutter Starr Janice Stevens Debra Phillips Maynard Phillips Tammy Hernandez Tereso Hernandez Marcus Marez Martha Marez Paige Marez Faith Nuno Chastity Ortiz Esther Parker Mercelita Parker Emma Villarreal Ray Gutierrez Art Lopez, Sr. Lupe Lopez Patricia Lopez Gloria Sierra Pete Sierra Cheryl Signorelli --SPJST---

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6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, August 11, 2004

Family Fun and Important Dates August 11

Lodge 84, Dallas Teen Youth Club Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser August 21 Lodge 84, Dallas Princess Ball August 25 No Vestnik published August 29 Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day at the American Legion Hall, Hallettsville September 6 Labor Day • Home Office Closed September 18 Lodge 92, Fort Worth Czech Heritage Day and 94th Anniversary Celebration September 18 District Five Fall Meeting at Lodge 196, Houston-West October Czech Heritage Month October 9 SPJST Golf Tournament in Temple October 9 Lodge 47, Seaton Fund Raiser October 10 Lodge 13, Dime Box Fall Fun Day October 24' District Six Fall Meeting/Fun Day in Hungerford hosted by Lodge 28, East Bernard and Lodge 151, Wharton

Around the State District Two District Six sets fall meeting, posts notice of fun day, and drive fall district meeting membership September 19 Dear Readers, Please mark your calendars for the District Two Fall Meeting on Sunday September 19, 2004 at Lodge 18, Elgin. The meeting will start at 2 pm. This is our fun day so plenty of activities are planned along with a membership drive. An evening meal at 5 p.m. will be served.

More details will follow in upcoming issues of Vestnik.

Fraternally, Kathy Fritz District Two President —SPJST-

Dear Readers, The Fall District Six Meeting will be Sunday, October 24, in Hungerford. Hosting will be Lodge 28, East Bernard and Lodge 151, Wharton. They are planning to serve a noon meal, and they look forward to having everyone come out and enjoy the day. This will be our fall fun meeting so there will be contests as usual in needlework, Christmas ornament, horseshoes, and candy for the adults. More details will be provided later.

Please mark your calendar now, and I look forward to seeing you there!

Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Secretary

—SPJST-

SPJST Financial Planning Symposium Experts will discuss via a panel discussion: Estates • Wills • LTC Medicare Supplements • Asset Allocation

Tht.irsday, August 12, 2004 SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton (Star Hall) Seaton, Texas 5.5 miles east of Temple on Highway 53 Afternoon Seminar: 2 to 4 p.m.

Evening Seminar: 6 to 8 p.m.

Please attend and bring a friend!

Beverages and appetizers provided.

Contact: State Field Rep. Zachary'Kramer for details 254341.5820

Lodge Letters Section Lodge 15 I3uckholts reports on members' activities First, I will be playing catch-up because through no fault of mine, my last letter did not get into print.

Since Raven Applebaum's induction as an attorney has been covered elsewhere, I will just skip to where Douglas and Virginia Williams attended their granddaughter's, Whitney Williams', graduation from Denton High School in Denton. She is the daughter of Monte and Diedre Williams. After this event, they traveled to Little Rock, Arkansas, where Whitney was a featured singer at the River Festival on May 29 and 30. She is a rising star in the music world and when she achieves stardom, we can all say we knew her when . .

I had some great moments myself when I attended the State Democratic convention in Houston on June 18 and 19 as county delegate. Milani County is in Senate District Five, comprised of 18 counties and allowed one Presidential Elector. There were four contenders, and I was elected without a run-off. That is a distinct honor, not only for me, but also for Milam County. I am probably the only SPJST member to achieve that position.

Now to something recent which was the reception on July 29 for retiring Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar, District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky, and Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir. It was a great opportunity to thank them for their years of dedicated service that carried the SPJST to great heights in the insurance field. The good turn-out proved that they are truly appreciated. Lodge 15 was wellrepresented by Douglas and Virginia Williams, Joe and Lillie Zajicek, Frank and Dorothy Tomascik, Charlsie Svetlik, Louise Sakewitz, and yours truly.

I am sure that just because Mr. Leshikar, Mr. Klinkovsky, and Mr. Kacir retired from, SPJST, they will not spend their free time idly. Sidney has his private law practice, and the other two will find new areas where their expertise is always needed.

I remember when I retired from my Dry Goods Store in 1966 that people asked me what was I going to do. My answer was that the first two weeks, I will just laugh. That over, I found myself wearing a bunch of other hats and to this day, I stay busy. I can still do what I always did, only it takes me twice as long.

At the reception, it was my great pleasure to meet a beautiful young woman, who is our new 14stnik editor.

Let's hear what your members and lodges are doing to make a positive difference in your community.

Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 Email: melaniez@vvm.com Got a question?

Call (800) 727-7578 I felt like I already knew her because her grandmother, Lydia Zavodny, born Bartogova, was a girlhood friend of my mother's. They were both raised at Seaton. My mother always fondly remembered her. Just think how proud both would be of Melanie now!

I have just received a long account from Raymond Posival of Austin, who has just returned from a vacation abroad. He was on a tour where they first flew to London, sight-seeing there and in Dover from where they boarded ship to cruise the Baltic Sea after docking in Warnemunde, Germany then to Stockholm, Sweden and Helsinki, Finland. Leaving ship, they flew to St. Petersburg and Moscow in Russia where they visited many historical places like the Kremlin and Red Square. From there, it was to Copenhagen, Denmark, and from there to Dover, England to board a plane for the return flight to the States.

All the while, they enjoyed scrumptious meals with, would you believe, even barbecue? Of course, while on board, they were not only wined and dined, they had first-class entertainment. Generally, temperature lows were from 51 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit with times of misting rain, even chilly, but overall, pleasant. Don't you just hate people who have the time and where-with-all to luxuriate in temperate climates while we sweat in this July heat? Just kidding!

Don't forget our next meeting which will be August 9..

Hilda Kuzell Burtis Reporter

—SPJST-

Lodge 29, Taylor barbecue cookoff September 24, 25 Dear Readers, Our barbecue cookoff will be held September 24 - 25. Senior dominoes and fellowship is the first Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. Come and have a goodtime with us. Everyone is welcome.

Dorothy Markert, Reporter

—SPJST-

Lodge 47, Seaton plans improvements Dear Brothers and-Sisters, The August 1, 2004, Lodge 47, Seaton meeting was opened by President Edwin Pechal at 2 p.m. Flag Bearers Josef Morris and Amber Pechal brought in the flags and led the assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.

We remained standing in memory of Raymond Schwake. May he rest in

Wednesday, August 11, 2004—VESTNIK/7 eternal peace and deepest sympathy to his family.

There were 35 members present and one visitor, Jerome Greger. I hope all of you are making plans to be at the next meeting, Tuesday, September 2 at 7 p.m.

Secretary Adeline Kohutek read the roll call of officers, trustees, and sales representatives. She also read the minutes of the previous meeting, and these were approved as read. We accepted Rhonda Greger as a new member of Lodge 47 after transferring from Lodge 24. Welcome and come to the meetings and other activities. We are glad to have you at Lodge 47!

Westphalia had sent a thank you for having a booth at their 125th celebration. They sold hamburgers, and the youth club sold candy.

Patsy Koslovsky thanked the lodge for the donation of $10 toward the food at District Two Camp. She also expressed thanks to the lodge and members who helped in anyway with the District Two Youth Achievement Day (YAD) recently—preparations, cleaning up, putting tables and chairs back, etc. Whatever you did—thanks!

We wish to thank Lodge 177, Academy for the donation of the stainless steel cooler which we gave away at the cook-off. They will be in on the cook-off next year again.

The retirement party at the SPJST Home Office was mentioned and Brother Frank Klinkovsky remarked with his reflection as to the time he was the district director, youth counselor, and sales representative. He also stated that new insurance rates, annuities and new commissions are going to be implemented soon.

FAC Beth Rabroker reminded everyone of the FAC sheets to be filled out monthly.

Dolores Skrabanek said she was not present for YAD because of a family reunion the same day.

Woodrow Marek stated the microwave gave out and asked if anyone had one that could be used. Drew Popelka said he has one. Thanks, Drew!

Annex Building Improvements The annex building opening will be replaced with roll-up doors and another window to have air flow in the bar area of the annex. These improvements will be made by the trustees.

The chairpersons gave their reports.

Those on the Rules and Regulations were to meet on Wednesday, August 4 and maybe the 11th to go over all rules and regulations for the next four years.

These will be approved in the September meeting.

The lodge fund raiser will be on Saturday, October 9. Watch for more details.

Youth Leader Heidi Bartek reported 17 youth, four visitors, and five adults present.

Those having birthdays in August were Joyce Skrabanek and Amanda Greger. Louis and Ruth Kohutek had a wedding anniversary this month also.

Hope you made it special whether birthday or anniversary.

The seminars on retirement will be held on Thursday, August 12. One is set for 2 p.m. in the afternoon, and another will be at 6 p.m. the same day.

It is of interest to everyone to attend

these.

The next meeting is Tuesday, September 2 at 7 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal, Reporter —SPJST-

63, Sweet Home receives royalty honors at District Six YAD Lodge

Meagan Ward, 15-year-old daughter of Darrin and Diane Ward, was crowned SPJST District Six Queen on Sunday, July 11 at the District Six Youth Achievement Day (YAD) in Taiton. Meagan is a sophomore at Yoakum High School and participates in volleyball and track. Her winning speech was on "SPJST Youth are the Future."

Meagan's sister, 10-year-old Miranda Ward, was named District Six Duchess. Miranda is in the sixth grade at Sweet Home School.

Both girls participated in the State Royalty competition in Temple, Texas, on August 7.

Lodge 63, Sweet Home adults and youth club as well as District Six congratulates these young ladies.

—SPJST-

63 Sweet Home successful at district competition Lodge

On Saturday, July 11, 2004, SPJST Lodge 63, Sweet Home Youth Club traveled to Taiton and participated in the District Six Youth Achievement Day (YAD). Lodge 63 was extremely successful having several entries qualify for state level competition.

Hunter Mican entered items in handicrafts, hobby kits, photography, pictorial arts, and science and education. He placed first in science, photography, and hobby kits, and qualified for state. He also placed third in handicrafts. James Quarles entered items in handicrafts, hobby kits, photography, and pictorial arts. He placed second in handicrafts as well as in hobby kits, and received a third place ribbon for pictorial arts. Jacob Quarles entered pictorial arts and photography and placed third in each. Burgandy Quarles participated in handicrafts, photography, individual talent, and pictorial arts. She did an excellent job.

Meagan Ward entered needlework where she placed first and qualified for state. She was also named District Six Queen and participated in the state competition in Temple on August 7.

Miranda Ward entered items in hobby kits and pictorial arts and placed second in pictorial arts. She was named District Six Duchess and participated in the state competition as well.

The club also took honors for its poster receiving first place and qualifed for state. The junior group consisting of Hunter, James, Jacob, Burgandy, and Miranda received second place in the group talent division performing an entertaining skit.

Lodge 51 Ellinger welcomes newest member Lodge 51, Ellinger welcomes new member Seth G. Kulhanek, who was born May 12, 2004 to Colby and Courtney of Frelsburg.

Proud grandparents are Gene and Gracey Kulhanek and David Farley and Rhonda Farley, all of Frelsburg.

—SPJST-

Seth

G. Kulhanek

A big congratulations and always best of luck to these kids who worked hard to achieve these honors. They are led by Youth Leader Lolly Mican and Assistant Youth Leader Donna Zabransky.

--SPJST-

79, Corpus Christi meets August 15 Lodge

The next meeting is on Sunday, August 15, 2004 at 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall. After the meeting, we will have the usual meal for which the lodge is furnishing the meat. Members are asked to bring veggies and/or desserts to go along with the meat.

We would like to see more members attend and see what and how your lodge is doing.

See you August 15!

Fraternally, Helen Pavelka —SPJST-

81, Needville reports on July meeting Lodge

On July 18, 2004, the SPJST Lodge 81, Needville met for its monthly social and meeting. At 12 p.m., Vincent Newman gave a prayer of thanks before our hamburger meal, and along with the hamburgers, we all enjoyed chips, dips, and desserts.

Thanks to Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything ready in the kitchen. A big thanks goes to the hamburger patty cookers. Also, thanks to everyone else who brought all of the chips, dips, and desserts. Everything was delicious!

At 1 p.m., President Vincent Newman opened the meeting. Benita Walzel led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll call. We had a moment of silence for departed member, Vlasta Bubenik.

I know it's been a while since she passed, but we regrettably omitted her name during the moment of silence at that time. We extend our deepest sympathy and a heartfelt apology to her family and friends.

Added to our sick list are Rosalie Pieper, Eddie Pieper, and Steven Janczak. We're all wishing you a speedy recovery.

Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her report. There were no corrections so they were approved as read.

Next, Treasurer Benita Walzel read her report. They were approved as read. Then, Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel read his report. It was also approved as read.

Since we didn't have any old business, we moved straight to the new business. Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel announced that he bought some crushed concrete and distributed around the building and driveway.

President Vincent Newman reported that the lodge signs are in dire need of fresh paint. He said we will look into contacting the Needville Honor Society sponsors once school starts to see if there are students who needed to obtain community hours.

Our door prize winners for this month were Darlene Blinka, Dorothy Blinka, Ed Kuban, and Benita Walzel.

Congratulations to these winners!

For our next meeting on August 15, it was decided to buy barbecue from the Needville Volunteer Fire Department Fund raiser. Members, please remember to bring a side dish and dessert.

See you at the next meeting.

Fraternally, Jeanette Newman Reporter —SPJST-

187 Round Rock welcomes new member.

Lodge

Lodge 187, Round Rock welcomes its newest member, Chelsea R. Brewster. Chelsea is the daughter of Judy Brewster of Round Rock. Chelsea is in the 10th grade at Stoney Point High School where she is on the soccer team. She has been a member of the Junior Civitan Club, does volunteer work at the Round Rock Public Library and vacation Bible school.

—SPJST-

Chelsea

R. Brewster

8IVESTNIK—Wednesday, August 11, 2004

Lodge 84, Dallas Teen Youth Club hosts spaghetti dinner, bingo August 11; Princess Ball August 21 Famous Spaghetti Dinner to be Served!

The Teen CLub of Lodge 84, Dallas, will be having its annual Spaghetti Dinner and Bingo on Wednesday, August 11, 2004. This is our famous, traditional spaghetti sauce and noodles, garlic bread, salad, tea and dessert for $5 a plate. After dinner, we will be playing bingo for some fabulous donated prizes. The Teen Club will also be having a bake sale at this same event.

Princess Ball—August 21 All of the proceeds from the spaghetti dinner will go towards the Teen Club Annual Princess Ball on August 21 during which the Club will crown a King and Queen for our lodge. The Princess Ball prize drawing consists of many prizes, and they would appreciate your support. This is the Club's only fund raiser for the year so please help our youth. The band for the Princess Ball on August 21 will be the Vanek Orchestra.

Dance tickets are available at $6.50 a person 13 and up if you order your tickets now from one of our Teen Club Members. If not, at the door, the ticket price is $7 a person, 13 and up.

So get your discounted tickets now and don't be late! We are expecting a large crowd. Come out for this exciting event at Lodge 84, Dallas. If you are unable to reach a Teen Member, please give me a call (214) 826-3557 and I'll direct you to our youth.

In advance, I would like to take this time to say thank you for taking the time to support our youth and making this event a special one for them.

Fraternally yours, Bessie Petr Head Youth Leader Lodge 84, Dallas —SPJST---

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Houston Holds Co Distinction Helen Kubicek of Lodge 88, Houston was a major contributor of canned drink pull tabs for 2003, and she continues to hold onto that distinction in 2004. Sister Kubicek is pictured above with her latest collection of tabs. Other significant contributors in District Five include Blanca Nedbalek, Lodge 196, Houston-West; Willie Mae Pahecek, and Helen Hegwood, both of Lodge 88, Houston. The SPJST collects the pull-tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Send your donations directly to the SPJST Home Office, or give them to your district director for handling.

Lodge 88, Houston posts scholarship committee donations A donation has been made to the Lodge 88, Houston Scholarship Fund: In memory of Frank Krotky From Gladys Havemann

Fraternally, Carol Havemann Scholarship Committee Chairman —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston presents scholarships

Lodge 172 Pasadena reports on July meeting

Seven SPJST members will begin a new journey this fall as they pack up and leave home for college. They will take along a scholarship from Lodge 88, Houston and our best wishes for a successful education.

Receiving a $750 scholarship from Lodge 88 is Brett Adamcik, son of Carol and Neal Adamcik, who plans to major in electrical engineering at Texas A&M in College Station.

Six graduating seniors are each receiving a $500 scholarship from Lodge 88. David Caffey, son of Joan and David Caffey, will major in media arts, radio and television broadcasting and business at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. Trina Gindrat, daughter of Rhonda Skipper and Robert Gindrat, will major in mechanical engineering at Texas A&M in College Station. Laura Kopecky, daughter of Alice and Jeffrey Kopecky, will major in education at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches. Ryan Martinak, son of Annette and Richard Martinak, will major in engineering at Texas A&M in College Station. Shelly Stevenson, daughter of Terry Stevenson, will major in elementary education at Blinn College in Bryan. Allison Warnasch, daughter of Kim and Royal Warnasch, will major in education at Sam University in State Houston Huntsville.

Congratulations to all these young men and women.

Fraternally, Scholarship Committee Carol Havemann, Chairman Jeanette Bender Linda Wehring —SPJST-

The meeting of Lodge 172, Pasadena opened at 2 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. We paused for lunch. The meeting resumed at 2:45 p.m.

We took care of reports, correspondence, and had opinions from people about buying part of the back of our property for putting up residence. The president gave some information, but we have not heard any more from them. More about this later. We also have opinions about selling the LaMarque property.

We have had no response from TXU about electric service from them. I had about the same thing happen to me. I had to call about four times. We do need to save some money on our utilities.

The question was raised about hiring someone to wax and polish our dance floor in the hall. If anyone knows of someone who could do this, please let us know.

Our next executive board meeting is on August 10 at 7 p.m. The regular lodge meeting will be August 22 at 2 p.m.

The meeting adjourned at 3:20 p.m.

Fraternally, Julius Zella

—SPJST-

Lodge 179 Warrenton next meeting September 9 Lodge 179, Warrenton held its regular meeting on July 8, 2004.

President Orville Kunkel called the meeting to order, followed by the

Permanent insurance provides lifelong protection.

SPJST's whole life certificates

are designed and priced for you to keep over a long period of time.

All SPJST permanent certificates including whole, ordinary and universal life have a feature known as "cash value" that can be surrendered — in total or in part — for cash or converted into an annuity.

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Lodge 88, Houston recently honored their scholarship recipients.

Pictured, from left, they are Laura Kopecky, Allison Warnasch, Ryan Martinak, Shelly Stevenson, David Caffey, and Trina Gindrat. Not pictured is Brett Adamcik.

Insuring Texans since 1897.

Working to enrich the quality of We where SRIST members work, live and play.

Wednesday, August 11, 2004—VESTNIK/9 Pledge to the Texas flag and the Pledge of Allegiance.

Joan Goehring gave a report on patriotism.

Secretary Bea Vasek read the minutes of the previous meeting.

Treasurer Ora Lee Levien gave the treasurer's report. FAC Joan Goehring also gave a report. All reports were accepted as read.

Virginia Thompson will have birthday on July 11.

There will be no meeting in August. Our next meeting will be September 9 at 7 p.m. Fried chicken will be provided by Virginia Thompson and Arnold Peters.

LaVerne Kunkel's sister, Dorothy Lehmann, passed away on July 8.

Please keep her family in your prayers.

State Field Representative Bill Orsak was our guest and gave reports on the convention and sales.

The meeting adjourned with bingo and refreshments provided by Virginia Thompson, and Gladys and Alfred Baack.

Hope to see all of you at the next meeting.

Ricky Weyand Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 183 Arlington hosts District Three YAD June 27, 2004, was a great day for our lodge since we were selected to host the Youth Achievement Day. Thanks to our President Ann Pustejovsky and our Youth Leader Kay Weeks for organizing this affair.

Thanks also to all our members for all their hard work in making this a success. A special thanks to Dorothy Gerlich, Kay Weeks' mother, for making the costumes for the talent act.

Our youth club won the following awards: Katelyn Daniel First Place—Hobby Kits First Place—Photography Lodge 183, Arlington Youth Club First Place—Poster Group talent consisted of Katie, Gena, and Tommy Weeks, Hayley and Tyler Rutt, Rachel Reed, Anna DiNapoli, Kim Culliton, and Katelyn Daniel.

Royalty winners were District Three King Nick Culliton; Duke Tommy Weeks.

Fraternally, Martha Phillips —SPJST-

Lodge 183 Arlington member participates in charity walk Lodge 183, Arlington, donated $1,000 to the March of Dimes on behalf of me, Darlene Hollingsworth.

I participated in the March of Dimes WalkAmerica on April 24, 2004. The walk began at Billy Bob's in Fort

Worth and ended at Trinity Park. The weather was less than stellar, but still made for a fun time. When the rain stopped, the bounce house went up and the grill was moved out for a nice afternoon. The walk was five miles.

Darlene walked it in one hour and 15 minutes. The umbrella really came in handy even though the walking shoes got wet!

My goal was $1,500. I raised $1,161. This was my third year participating in the March of Dimes. I have enjoyed every year. I want to thank SPJST for its support for the last three years and look forward to many more in this meaningful event of saving babies lives.

Thank you again for your support.

It is very much appreciated.

Darlene Hollingsworth —SPJST-

Lodge 202 Jourdanton reports on August meeting Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, August 1, 2004, at 1 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center with President Jeff Barta presiding.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and silence observed for deceased members. Special guest was Supreme Lodge Chairman of the Board and District Director Bob Bayer.

Secretary Bettie House read the minutes and correspondence.

Treasurer Melba Novosad presented the financial report.

Two new members were wetcorned.

Director Bob Bayer gave an update on number of new certificates and fraternal acts for Lodge 202. Two new lodges are organizing in the district.

The eagle is the mascot chosen for SPJST. Celebrating birthdays in August are Director Bob Bayer, Joe Huizar, Chester Gail Lee, Bettie House, Jeff Barta, and Christine Ventrcek. Bettie and Lloyd House are celebrating their 46th anniversary.

FAC Mary Ann Barta stated August is National Immunization month.

Everyone is asked to bring a school photo to the next meeting.

Get well cards were signed for Martha Ciomperlik, and Lillie, Susan, and Linda Hanna.

Director Bayer furnished door prizes. Refreshments were furnished

by Mary Ann and Evan Barta.

Czech Cultural Center Houston presenting charity gala August 14 The Czech Cultural Center Houston presents its ninth annual charity gala, A Night of Czech Music, Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction IX, on Saturday, August 14, 2004, at the Warwick Hotel in Houston, Texas. This event, starting at 6 p.m., features an evening of cocktails, music, dinner, dancing and an exciting array of auction items from locally and abroad.

Entertainment will include vocalist Ashley Vitek, accompanied by composer Robert Dvorak, performances by the Charlie Prause band and humorous commentary on The Difference between Europeans and Americans by guest speaker, Cathy Hollowell.

Cathy's talks are funny, upbeat and she knows her "Royals" well, knowledge gained during her years as a television reporter and later a top columnist in London. This year's event chaired by Nell St. Cyr and Peter Fucik will honor distinguished member, John R. Vacek.

Admission is $100.

All proceeds benefit the new Czech Center located at 4920 San Jacinto at Wichita in Houston's Museum District.

The Czech Cultural Center Houston was incorporated in Texas March 8, 1996 as a 501[c][3] non-profit educational cultural organization. For more information, please e-mail czech@sbcglobal.net —SPJST-

CHS, Institute of Texan Cultures genealogy conference this weekend On August 13 and 14, 2004, the Czech Heritage Society of Texas (CHS)'will sponsor a free, comprehensive, statewide Genealogy Conference at the Knights of Columbus Hall on U.S. Highway 77 South in Schulenburg, Texas. The theme of the Conference is "Czech Texas, A Czechered Past". The Fayette County Chapter of the CHS of Texas is hosting this event.

The Institute of Texan Cultures in San Antonio will have a team available at this Conference to photograph and document old photographs, docu-

ments, and other memorabilia for preservation by the Institute.

All Texans of Czech or Moravian descent are encouraged to attend this conference and to bring their cherished old photographs, documents, and other memorabilia, so that these items can be photographed for archival purposes, and by this method preserved by the Institute of Texan Cultures for future generations.

This Conference is being held in Schulenburg, Texas on Friday and Saturday, August 13 and 14 because Schulenburg is just 15 miles from Praha (Prague), Texas, where every August 15 more than 6,000 Texans of Czech ancestrygather for an all-day celebration called Prazska Pout (Prague Pilgrimage). The Czech Heritage Society of Texas and the Institute of Texan Cultures are hoping that many who plan to attend the upcoming 149th Annual Prazska Pout on August 15th will decide to come early and attend this Genealogy Conference on August 13 and 14.

Whether one is of Czech or Moravian ancestry, or not, this 2-day Conference is free and open to the public. Registration will begin at 11 a.m.

Friday, August 13 with the first speaker from the Institute of Texan Cultures starting at 1 p.m., and speakers and presentations scheduled until 7 p.m.

On Saturday, August 14, late registration and vendor booth visiting will begin at 8 a.m., with the first speaker on "Computer Genealogy" starting at 9 a.m., and speakers and presentations continuing throughout the day until 5 .m. From 10:15 to 11:30 a.m., the HS of Texas will hold a brief state summer meeting. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Lunch reservations must be made by August 11. The cost is $7 per person.

The Institute of Texan Cultures will be available throughout the Conference to make photographic archival copies of old photos, documents, etc., and the Traveling Libr of the CHS of Texas will also be avai able at this Conference.

The Czech Heritage Society of Texas, founded in 1982, is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the history, heritage, culture, language, and genealogy of the Czech and Moravian peoples who came to Texas from the traditional Czech lands. The Society and its 14 chapters across Texas regularly hold various cultural events, which along with this genealogy conference, include cultural exchange programs, youth camps, Czech language classes, and trips to the Czech Republic.

Vendor booths are available. For more information on the CHS of Texas; or this Conference; and to make reservations for lunch on Saturday, August 14, contact Lou Zaeske, CHS Reporter (979) 846-2035; or email louzaeske@aol.com .

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Next Meeting/Meal September 12 The next meeting/meal is Sunday, September 12 at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. It begins with a pot luck meal. The lodge will furnish brisket and sausage. Please bring side dishes.

Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJSTRefer your friends and family for membership!

Many lodge, youth club and referral incentives apply!

"Light the Night" Wafic Lodge So Supports

JOIN HANDS 2004

Dean Brisbin, right, on behalf of Lodge 80, Holland, presents a $250 check to Monica Weir, co-chair of the "Light the Night Walk" in sup port of cancer research and education. The "Light the Night Walk" will be held September 19 at Heritage Park in Waco. The two-mile walk will begin at 7 p.m.

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n Memoriam In Memory of Darnell Krc Darnell B. Krc, age 78, a lifelong resident of Wichita Falls, died Monday, June 21, 2004 at his family homestead.

Memorial services were held at 10 a.m., Thursday, June 24 in the chapel of Hampton Vaughan Crestview with Bill Pursley, officiating.

Darnell was born January 23, 1926 in his family homestead to the late Louis and Ella (Michna) Krc. He graduated from Wichita Falls High School in 1944. Darnell served his country in the U.S. Navy on the USS Latimer Landing Craft SLE 9sm with honor of service in World War II. He retired from Civil Service in 1986, and received honors for Sustained Superior Performance in 1970, 1975, and 1977; Certificate for outstanding Supply Effectiveness in 1970; Air Training Command Outstanding Supply Federal Wage System Employee of the Year in 1982 for the 3750th Supply Squadron at SAFB. Darnell was a member of Faith Lodge 1158, 3rd Degree Mason, a 21-year member of Knights of Columbus 1473, Scottish Rite of Dallas Chapter, and National Brotherhood of Honor Campers Boy Scouts of America-Order of the Arrow. After retirement, Darnell worked 10 years at Washex, and was currently employed at Herb Easley.

Darnell was a Christian man who worked hard to care for his family and his country.

Darnell became a member of SPJST Lodge 76 in Wichita Falls, Texas in February, 1942. His parents, Louis and Ella Krc, were also members of Lodge 76.

He is preceded in death by sister, Evelyn Krajca; and son, Gary W. Krc. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Chris Krc of Wichita Falls; daughter, Stacie Grant and friend, Curtis Bilyeu of Burkburnett; sons, Jeff Krc and wife, Tanya of Burkburnett, and faithful companion, Meagan, and Wayne and Jim Krc, both of Marshall; and grandchildren, Ashley Grant, Tyler and Leighton Jenkins, and Curtie Bilyeu.

Memorial contributions may be made to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, P.O. Box 19930, Dallas, Texas 75210-9300.

Arrangements were entrusted to Hampton Vaughan Crestview.

Respectfully submitted, Dianna Ibarra, Reporter Mary Ann Cook, Secretary

-SPJST-

Resolution of Sympathy On behalf of the officers and members of Lodge 183, Arlington, Texas, we wish to express our sympathy to the family of VICTOR THEODORE MIKESKA, who passed away March 20, 2004 in Arlington, Texas. Mass of Christian

burial was at St. Jude Catholic Church.

Victor was born December 15, 1930 in McLennan County. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington, member of the Knights of Columbus, Arlington, and a longtime General Motors employee.

He was preceded in death by wife, Martha.

Survivors include children, Karen Knight and husband, Gerald of Cedar Hill, Yvonne Barbin and husband, Perry of Arlington, and Mark Mikeska of Arlington; grandchildren, Kaitlin and Pierce Knight; brother, Raymond Mikeska and wife, Ella of Arlington; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Respectfully submitted, Martha Phillips

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Resolution of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje, wish to express their sincere sympathy to the family and friends of EDWIN E BEYER, age 89 of Houston and formerly of El Campo, who died Sunday, August 1, 2004.

He was born December 17, 1914 in High Hill to John and Emilie Haas Beyer. Mr. Beyer was a delivery man for many years for Phoenix and Oak Farms Dairies. He was a Catholic.

Survivors include wife, Marie Sommerlatte Beyer of Houston; daughter, Karen Twardowski of Houston; sons, Steve Twardowski and wife, Sandy of Ganado and Dennis Twardowski and wife, Debbra of Arkansas; half-sister, Regina Eschenberg of Schulenberg; grandchildren, Jake Twardowski, Michael McClure, Dennis Twardowski, and Johnny Twardowski; and three greatgranddaughters.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Josephine Beyer; sister, Hilda Eschenberg; and brothers, Alfred Beyer, Hugo Beyer, Charles Beyer, and Joe Beyer.

A rosary was recited Tuesday, August 3 at 7 p.m. at Triska Funeral Home. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 4 at 10 a.m. at St. Philip Catholic Church in El Campo with the Reverend Michael Lyons and the Reverend Tim Kosler officiating.

Entombment was in Holy Cross Memorial Park in El Campo.

Arrangements were under the direction of Triska Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were Albert Ortiz, Edward Ledgerber, John Garza, David Garza, Kenneth Green, Michael McClure, and Dennis Steffek. Honorary pallbearers were the Knights of Columbus Council 2490 members.

Memorials can be made to Knights of Columbus or donor's choice.

Resolution Committee, Karen Holub Charlie Sanders Janet Marek --SPJST-

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of Willie Skrivanek Mr. Willie Skrivanek, age 90, died on Monday, June 7, 2004 at the IOOF Nursing Home in Ennis.

He was born September 22, 1913 in Creechville, the son of Frank and Annie Mica Skrivanek. He was reared in Creechville where he attended school. On October 22, 1939, he was married to Alene Rosa Sebetka. After their marriage, they lived in the Ennis area. He was a self-employed farmer and building contractor. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Sokol, and SPJST Lodge 135, Ennis.

He is survived by wife, Alene of Ennis; son and wife, William A. and Catherine Skrivanek of Cedar Creek; daughters, Janice and husband, Joe Landsfeld, and Denise Skrivanek, all of Ennis; sisters, Hermina Taraba and Georgia Wensowitch, both of Ennis; nine grandchildren, Shalyn Trantham and husband Darrell, Valerie Skrivanek, Laurie Henderson and husband Rodney, William Dwayne Skrivanek and wife Jackie, Shelly Hubacek and husband Mike, Yvonne Zapletal and husband Danny, Earl Cody Rudd, Dustin Wade Rudd and wife Melissa, and William Russell Rudd and wife Destinee; and nine great-grandchildren, Sarabeth Trantham, Savannah Trantham, Ryan Nicholas Skrivanek, Chelsea Henderson, William Pete Skrivanek, J.W. Hubacek, Jon Hubacek, Madelyn Zapletal, and Josh Zapletal.

Funeral service was held at 11 a.m.

Wednesday in the J.E. Keever Chapel with Chaplain Ted Brown officiating.

Entombment was in St. Joseph Mausoleum under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary. The family received friends at the funeral home.

Pallbearers were grandsons, Dwayne Skrivanek, Cody Rudd, Dustin Rudd, Russell Rudd, J.W. Hubacek, and Jon Hubacek. Honorary pallbearers were great-grandsons, Josh Zapletal, William Pete Skrivanek, and Ryan Nicholas Skrivanek.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Family First Hospice of Ennis; or St. Joseph Cemetery Gate Fund.

Respectfully submitted, Denise Skrivanek

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Resolution of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathies to the family of our departed lodge sister, ROSE MARIE SKRABANEK, age 92, who passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2004 at the Burleson/St. Joseph Manor in Caldwell.

Sister Skrabanek was born September 4, 1911 in Burleson County, the daughter of Frank and Rosie Skrivanek Marek. She was a graduate of Caldwell High School. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas in 1936.

She also attended Sam Houston State

University and Texas A&M University. She retired from Caldwell Elementary School after 34 years of teaching as a second grade teacher. She was an active member of Caldwell Brethren Church where she taught Sunday School and vacation bible school for many years. She was also a member of the Christian Sisters Society and had served for many years as recording secretary of the organization as well as a member of the Texas Retired State Teacher's Association, Caldwell Retired Teachers Association, Mutual Aid Society, and SPJST Lodge 17 of New Tabor.

She was preceded in death by husband, John P. Skrabanek; parents; brother, Frank P. Marek; and sisters, Annie Kubelka and Lil Skrivanek.

Survivors include sons and daughters in-law, John P., Jr. and Jan Skrabanek of College Station and Mark Daniel and Charlene Skrabanek of Caldwell; brother and sister in-law, Theodore and Neldina Marek of San Marcos; and seven grandchildren.

Funeral services for Sister Skrabanek were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24 at Caldwell Brethren Church with Reverend Henry Beseda and Reverend Joseph Polasek officiating. Burial was in New Tabor Cemetery. Pallbearers were John David Skrivanek, Larry Marek, John Hall, John Clark, Paul Skrabanek, and Edward Skrabanek.

Memorials may be made to Caldwell Brethren Church.

May our departed lodge sister rest in eternal peace and her memory live with us forever.

Fraternally submitted, Resolution Committee Ben Trcalek Stanley Mrnustik -SPJST-

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of Paul Heeth, Sr. Mr. Paul T. Heeth, Sr., age 76, died Sunday, May 23, 2004 at his home in Ennis. He was born August 22, 1927 in Bonanza, Texas, the son of Daniel D. and Willie Mae Anderson Heeth.

He was reared in Houston where he attended school. On October 3, 1967, he was married to Edna Shugart. After their marriage, they lived in Houston.

In 1970, they moved to Ennis where he was employed as a police officer. He retired in 1982. He was a member of Grace Temple Baptist Church, IOOF, VFW 7106, American Legion 361, and a lifetime member of SPJST, Lodge 25, Ennis.

He is survived by wife, Edna, of Ennis; sons, Richard Paul and wife, Nancy Heeth of Houston, Daniel D. Heeth of Pasadena, Paul T. and wife, Susanne Heeth, Jr. of The Woodlands; stepsons, Ronald J. and wife, Kris Mikel and Larry Mikel; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

A police honor guard served as pallbearers.

The officers and members of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis express their deepest sympathy.

Respectfully submitted, Kay Lynn Kovar, FAC -SPJST-

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Youth Letters Section Lodge 9, Snook youth shares "Church Funnies" Dear Vestnik Readers, Here are some "Church Funnies" for everyone to enjoy.

Children's Sermon

One Easter Sunday morning as the Minister was preaching the children's sermon, he reached into his bag of props and pulled out an egg. He pointed at the egg and asked the children, "What's in here?" "I know," a little boy exclaimed. "Pantyhose!"

Let's hear what your members and lodges are doing to make a positive difference in your community.

Send your news and photos to: SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Vestnik,

FAX: (254) 774-7447 Email: melaniez@vvm.com Got a question?

Call (800) 727-7578

Life After Death

"Do you believe in life after death?" the boss asked one of his employees.

"Yes, sir," the new employee replied.

"Well, then, that makes everything just fine," the boss went on. "After you left early yesterday to go to your grandmother's funeral, she stopped in to see you!"

Fraternally, Kimberly Gaas —SPJST-

Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club reports on recent activities

First-time Ushers

A little boy in church for the first time watched as the ushers passed around the offering plates. When they came near his pew, the boy said loudly, "Don't pay for me daddy. I'm under five."

Climb the Walls

"Oh, I sure am happy to see you," the little boy said to his grandmother on his mother's side. "Now, maybe daddy will do the trick he has been promising us." The grandmother was curious. "What trick is that?" she asked. "I heard him tell Mommy that he would climb the walls if you came to visit;" the little boy answered.

Lodge 174 New Tabor Welcomes New Youth Club Member

ELIZABETH SUTHERLAND Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club welcomes new member Elizabeth Sutherland, age 13.

Her family includes Debbie and Mike Sutherland and Keesha TenEycke. Elizabeth is in the eighth grade at Caldwell Middle School. In addition to her SPJST Youth Club activities, Elizabeth participates in the Fellowship of Christina Athletes, athletics, Spanish Club, peer mediation, and ULL. —SPJST-

place. I stuffed the eggs and let the little kids find them. We had a parade June 26 in Elgin. We were pirates. We got a different truck from Riata Ford.

Fraternally, J.B. Anderson 8/11/04 SPJST-

Dear Vestnik Readers, District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky came to our June meeting.

We discussed all the summmer activiies going on in and around Elgin— Elgin Western Days on June 26; McDade Watermelon Festival on July 10; and the Manor Lion's Club parade in September. We decided we would borrow a longbed truck from Riata Ford in Elgin and create a float on a flatbed trailer. We chose to take this year's camp theme and use for the float's decoration. We also talked about camp, Youth Achievement Day, and our District Two trip to Six Flags.

All youth members went to camp at Val Verde. Overall, everybody had fun, although there were a few complaints.

I would like to thank Heidi Bartek for being such a great cook. I liked going canoeing and horseback riding.

On Wednesday, July 21, we had our fun meeting and skated. I was going through the cabinet in the youth room that contains our skates, queens' capes for Mayfete and some old dresses. I tried two of the dresses on, and Ashli Arrisola tried on one. They fit!

We decided to go to Schlitterbahn on Friday, August 13 and have our car wash the next day . at Sonic.

I would like to thank Riata Ford in Elgin for always lending us a vehicle for parades, Don Stewart for lending us his trailer to decorate, and Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride for donating SPJST pens and pencils to throw during the parades.

Sincerely, Charlie Anderson, President 8/11/04 —SPJST-

Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club participates in parade Dear Readers, I helped set up for the Easter egg hunt. I put out the eggs, and I got first

Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club spots nesting bird Dear Readers, On Saturday, April 10, 2004, the SPJST youth and adults helped put Easter eggs on the hill. We had one special visitor—a little bird was sitting on three spotted eggs. We had four age groups-1 to 3; 4 to 6; 7 to 9; and 10 to 12. I saw a lot of my friends there—Dominic Cook and more.

Everybody had fun!

Fraternally, E.J. Anderson 8/11/04 —SPJST----

Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club stuffs 1,000 eggs Dear Readers, I have something to tell you this year. SPJST stuffed about 1,000 Easter eggs. _Then we put the eggs on the top of the hill for the kids to hunt.

There were four age groups. The groups were 1 to 3; 4 to 6; 7 to 9; and 10 to 12. Then everybody had fun.

Fraternally, Brandon Bowen 8/11/04 —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Leader expresses appreciation Dear Readers, On behalf of the Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club, I would like to thank the Trojacek family for supporting our youth club through the SPJST cookbook sales fund raiser and for inviting our youth to perform for them at their family reunion on Sunday, August 1.

I also want to thank our future youth members, Madeline Clark and Hayley Slova, for their participation in the talent show. Great job!

Individual performances were by Tori Motley—"Every Day Girl" vocal; Raychel Clark—"My Heart Will Go On" dance; and Rachel Hunter—"Wind Beneath My Wings" vocal. The youth club also performed its musical group skit, "Suds in the Bucket".

Margaret Krajca Youth Leader —SPJSTRefer your friends and family for membership!

Many lodge, youth club and referral incentives apply!

Lodge 47, Seaton youth member enjoys camp I had fun at camp. My favorite things were shaving cream fight, water balloons, swimming, and riding horses.

Julia Zavodny, 6 8/11/04 —SPJST--

Lodge 47, Seaton youth member congratulates YAD winners Dear Vestnik Readers, First, I would like to congratulate everyone who won or competed in crafts, talent, or royalty at District Two Youth Achievement Day (YAD).

I hope everyone had fun at camp because I did.

If you are on a committee and have ideas, tell the committee during the next meeting.

State YAD is coming up, and I hope everyone will be there. Also, I hope Terry Allison, and Amber and Jerry's mom, Tammy, get better. Get well soon.

Sincerely, Neil Rabroker 8/11/04 —SPJST-

Lodge 47, Seaton youth member wins YAD prize I enjoyed Youth Achievement Day (YAD) this year. I received third place in foods. There were lots of great talent entries this year. Good luck to all of you at State YAD. Go District Two! We will miss you, Melanie.

Sincerely, Josef Morris 8/11/04 —SPJST-

Lodge 47, Seaton youth: camp was fun!

Camp was fun! One of my favorite things was raiding. My group had fun raiding. Another thing I liked to do was swim. Our group made a lot of water balloons. I liked the shaving cream fight. The food at camp was great. I liked horseback riding and canoeing. We do a lot in SPJST. We have fun.

Christopher Zavodny, 9 8/11/04 -SPJST-

Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club reports on August meeting The August 3, 2004, SPJST Lodge 80, Holland Youth Meeting began with introduction of all new guests.

12/VESTMK-Wednesday, August 11, 2004 After introductions were made, procedures for nomination and election of officers were carried out. Once the officers had been elected, the members worked on a craft project-sun visor decoration. Just what we needed for this hot August sunshine!

Following the completion of craft projects, door prizes were given and members enjoyed cool sodas. The next meeting will be held on September 4, 2004 at 3 p.m.

Fraternally, Kate Richter 8/11/04 ---SPJST-

Lodge 80, Holland youth club president: District YAD great experience Dear Members and Friends, On July 25, 2004, District Two Youth Achievement Day (YAD) was held in Seaton. Lodge 80, Holland did very well! In the ages 9 to 11 category, Cyril Pajestka placed third in individual talent and first in group talent! In the ages 12 to 14 category, Victoria Pajestka placed first in four craft items, first in group talent, and first in individual talent!

The following youth club members placed in the Merit Point ContestCourtney Brummett, Amber and Ashley Yeager, and Victoria and Cyril Pajestka. Great job!

District Two YAD was a great experience for all concerned. Patsy Koslovsky and her team of dedicated workers did a great job of planning and organizing YAD for us all.

Thanks to the members of Lodge 47, Seaton for hosting this event. You all helped make the day so special.

The members of Lodge 80, Holland are proud of their youth club, and we can't wait to see you all at State YAD! Respectfully, Victoria Pajestka Youth Club President 8/11/04 -SPJST-

Lodge 80, Holland youth members express thanks Dear Members and Friends, Being invited to perform at the Texas Fraternal Congress was awesome, but being invited again to perform, "The Streak" at the 2004 SPJST Convention Banquet with my brother was just fabulous! I am so honored.

Cyril and I would like to express our thanks to you all for giving us the privilege to perform.

Hope to see you all at the next convention!

Respectfully, Victoria Pajestka, 13 Cyril Pajestka, 11 8/11/04 -SPJST-

Lodge 84, Dallas youth enjoys camp Dear Readers, Oh, my gosh! I had so-o-o-o much fun at camp. This was my first year to attend camp even though I am only five. I was able to attend because my mom was with me. I have to say that the best part of camp was the snow cones. I looked forward to them after every Nicole Oberle like activity, swimarchery, ming, and horseback riding. Here is my favorite camp picture. It just so happens to be of me eating one of Jerry's famous snow cones-a suicide.

I will have to tell you more about camp later when more pictures are developed.

Nicole Oberle, 5 8/11/04 -SPJST-

Lodge 84, Dallas youth rides in limo Dear Readers, I just have to share this picture with you. At the end of my third grade year this past May, I received a free ride in a limo and a free lunch at CiCi's pizza because I reached a certain level when participating in OB Johnson Elementary's Top David Oberle Ten fund raiser.

The limo was sweet! It had a bar, a television, a sun roof (as you can see in the photo), track lighting around the inside, and enough seating for at least 15 kids. My mom is really jealous because she has always wanted to ride in one or at least sit in one, but never has. Maybe one day, she will be as lucky as I. David Oberle, Jr., 9 8/11/04

Lodge 84, Dallas Junior Youth Club reports on July meeting Dear Readers, The Junior Youth Club of Lodge 84, Dallas held its last meeting July 2, 2004, at Celebration Station in Mesquite. The meeting , was brought to order by Ashley Andreason. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alexandria Andreason. We had 11 members present.

Old business and new business were discussed. Reports were given by the Sunshine Committee and treasurer.

Czech Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas will be held in October

so we are going to start being busy practicing the beseda to perform.

After the meeting was adjourned, we dined on pizza and soda before playing games and riding the rides.

We combined our 'social with our meeting which made for a lot of fun.

Fraternally, Elisabeth Cowan, 8 Reporter 8/11/04 -SPJST-

Lodge 84, Dallas Junior Youth Club swims, practices Beseda dance Dear Readers, Last Friday, Lodge 84, Dallas Junior Youth Club met at the home of our Youth Club President Ashley Andreason for a swimming party and beseda practice. We also had hot dogs, chips, drinks, and ice cream floats for dessert. It was a lot of fun.

We are starting to practice our beseda dancing for Czech Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas to be held in October. So before we could jump in the pool to splash around, we had to go through our practice to see how much "polishing" we need. We are definitely going , to need a few more practices-I think.

Just a quick reminder: the Teen Youth Club of Lodge 84, Dallas will be hosting a spaghetti dinner and bingo party on Wednesday August 11, and the Princess Ball will be held on Saturday, August 21. I hope everyone can make plans to attend.

Fraternally, Scott Cowan, 10 8/11/04 -SPJST-

Lodge 84, Dallas Teen Youth Club hosts spaghetti dinner, bingo August 11; Princess Ball August 21 Famous Spaghetti Dinner to be Served!

The Teen Club of Lodge 84, Dallas, will be having its annual Spaghetti Dinner and Bingo on Wednesday, August 11, 2004. This is

our famous, traditional spaghetti sauce and noodles, garlic bread, salad, tea and dessert for $5 a plate. After dinner, we will be playing bingo for some fabulous donated prizes. The Teen Club will also be having a bake sale at this same event.

Princess Ball-August 21 All of the proceeds from the spaghetti dinner will go towards the Teen Club Annual Princess Ball on August 21 during which the Club will crown a King and Queen for our lodge. The Princess Ball prize drawing consists of many prizes, and they would appreciate your support. This is the Club's only fund raiser for the year so please help our youth. The band for the Princess Ball on August 21 will be the Vanek Orchestra.

Dance tickets are available at $6.50 a person 13 and up if you order your tickets now from one of our Teen Club Members. If not, at the door, the ticket price is $7 a person, 13 and up.

So get your discounted tickets now and don't be late! We are expecting a large crowd. Come out for this exciting event at Lodge 84, Dallas. If you are unable to reach a Teen Member, please give me a call (214) 826-3557 and I'll direct you to our youth.

In advance, I would like to take this time to say thank you for taking the time to support our youth and making this event a special one for them.

Fraternally yours, Bessie Petr Head Youth Leader Lodge 84, Dallas -SPJST-

Lodge 186, Caldwell youth club makes friends, ice cream I enjoyed going to camp for the first time. I got to make some friends.

I liked swimming and making ice cream. I really liked the water balloons and shaving cream on the last night. We also went snipe hunting. I hope all had a good time.

I had fun at YAD on July 18, 2004, in Caldwell. I entered five categories and won first place for a picture I drew , of cows and chickens, and third for lip syncing. I hope all enjoyed the day as I did.

Fraternally, Shelby-Lynn Rose, 7 8/11/04 -SPJST-

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Useful phrases. a) to put sth. on the surface of.

Nalepila znamku na dopis. —She stuck a stamp on a letter. Chlapec nasedl na kolo.—The boy mounted a bike. Otec natfel nabytek. —The father painted the furniture. Eva si namazala chid) maslern.— Eve spread butter on her bread (buttered). b) motion inside (with the meaning of filling up), to heap us, cumulate: Nalil vodu do sklenice. —He poured water into the glass. Nacpal veci do kapes. —He stuffed the things into his pockets. Naskladali zavazadla na hromadu. — They piled up their luggage. c) only perfective meaning: Narodil se pied edesati lety. —He was born 60 years ago. Nacvieili novy tanec. — They trained/practiced a new dance. Napsali jsme jim dopis.—We wrote them a letter. Uz jsem se nail:Oil nekolik novych slov. —I have already learned several new words. _ d) to a high degree, do a lot of sth.: Babieka napekla mfsu buchet. —The grandmother has baked a plateful of "buchty". Kuchaf nakrajel maso na kousky. —The cook cut the meat in small pieces. 'Yeti nastffhaly papfr na protaky. —The children cut (with scissors) the paper in strips. Hodne toho napovidala. --She said a lot of things. e) to do sth. partially, not to complete the action: HUI se nalomila. —The stick half broke. Natrhl si kalhoty. — He ripped/tore (a little) his pants. S chutf nakousla jablko. — She started biting/eating an apple with (great) appetite.

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BohtiZel, ne.— I am afraid, I haven't. (= unfortunately not). Rad bych to seznamil s panem Novakem. —I'd like you to meet Mr. Novak.

Ja jsem Dvofak, te i me?—My name is Dvor-dk. How do you do?

Pozdravujte ode mne sveho otce. — Remember me to your father.

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Czech Genealogical Society putting call out for articles

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The Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) is gathering Czech family articles which will be published in 2005. This high quality book will be both hard-covered and indexed.

Everyone is encouraged to submit articles concentrating on Czech family genealogy, culture, and/or traditions.

A complete list of guidelines concerning article entries may be found by visiting our website www.txczgs.orgo; or by contacting either: Sylvia Laznovsly, 4722 FM 1183, Ennis, Texas 75119; via phone (972) 878-3091; via email sylviajean12@cs.corn; Charlene Hurta, 1231 CR 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515; via phone (979) 849-0348; via email fhurta@brazesport.edu .

The deadline for submitting articles will be January 31, 2005. The book is projected to be available at the TCGS Januay 2006 Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon.

—SPJST-

CULTURAL CALENDAR August 13 and 14 CHS, Institute of Texan Cultures Genealogy Conference - "Czech Texas, A Czechered Past"—at the KC Hall on U.S. Highway 77 South in Schulenburg, Texas which is 15 miles from Praha (Prague). Free and open to the public. Friday, August 13, registration - 11 a.m. Saturday, August 14, registration - 8 a.m. Lunch reservations for August 14 must be made by August 11. Cost - $7/person. For information on CHS of Texas; this Conference; or to make lunch reservation, contact Lou Zaeske, CHS Reporter (979) 846-2035; or email louzaeske@aol.com . Fayette County Chapter CHS hosts event.

August 14 CCCHouston Annual Benefit Gala A Night of Czech Music, Dinner, and Dance IX—at the Warwick Hotel,

Houston, 6:30 p.m. Trip for two to Prague, silent auction; entertainment; dining/dancing.

August 15 Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society Third Quarterly Meeting— at the St. Ambrose Fellowship Hall, Wall, Texas.

August 20 Third Annual San Antonio Czech Gala—at St. Luke's Catholic Church Family Parish Hall, San Antonio, 4603 Manitou at Callaghan and Interstate 410. Music, dancing, food, prize drawing, silent auction. For information, contact Barbara Hruby, phone (210) 299-6971; fax (210) 299-6821; or email bjhruby@pabst.com . Gala event benefits Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, LaGrange.

a) motion upwards, above sth.: Auto najelo na kamen a nadskoeilo. — The car ran over a stone and started up.

Nadzdvihl vfko a podival se dovnitf. — He lifted the lid and looked inside.

Clank jsme nadepsali " eeske lidove umeni." — We entitled the article (= wrote the title above the article). b) to use a shortcut: Ostatnf li po silnici, ale ja jsem si nade el pies les. —The others went along the road, but I took a shortcut through the forest.

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Uz je to dlouho, co jsme se nevideli (videli naposled). — It's ages since I saw you last. Znate se s mym pfitelem, Karlem?— You haven't met

Historical Society meets August 22 in Dallas Czech

The quarterly meeting of the Czech Historical Society will be held Sunday, August 22 at 1:30 p.m. at the Czech Club, located at 4930 Military Parkway in Dallas, Texas.

After the business meeting, Frank Kalbac will give a demonstration on how to convert your photos and videos into optical disks (CDs and DVDs). This will "cover editing, adding titles, and music. Don't miss this demo of cutting-edge photovideo archiving.

Submitted by, Joyce Moore

—SPJST-

September 10 Fort Worth cluster of the Texas Accordion Association (TAA)—at Sammies BBQ on the corner of Beach and Belknap, Fort Worth, 7 to 9 p.m. Featured performer Dale Denton. For more information, contact the cluster leader/TAA Director George McBride (817) 237-0035.

September 26 Victoria County's 20th Annual Czech Heritage Festival—at Victoria Community Center, 2905 E. North, Victoria, Texas. Entertainment, Czech folk dress exhibition/slide show, childrens' games, auction, coutnry store, pastry wheel, exhibits, arts/crafts, prize drawing. Czech/English Mass, 9 a.m. at Our Lady Of Victory Cathedral.

Czech stew/sausage lunch, kolaches, homemade chicken noodle soup.

Admission $5 per person; under 15 free. For info, call Marjorie Matula (361) 575-0820; Joe Pustka/tarok (361) 578-2507; or Donald Dusek/booths (361) 578-6730.

Sponsored by the Victoria County Czech Heritage Society.

Popelka PAINT CONTRACTING, INC. Billy Popelka President "Serving Central Texas Since 1925"

2404 Pin Oak Drive • Temple, Texas 76502 Bus. (254) 773-9944 Mobile (254) 760-4676 • Fax (254) 791-8571

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September 6, 13, 20, 27 CCCHouston Czech Language Conversation Class - FallMinter, Series—Fall series Czech language conversation classes. No charge for members. Workbook tape is recommended and available for sale.

Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m. (713) 6866362.

Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of peple known as "Texas Czechs" For membership: Sylvia Laznovs (972) 878-3091

Venice, Rome, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic September 16 - 30

JoAnn's Travel 12909 Padon Needville, Texas 77461

Phone (979) 793-6855 Fax (979) 793-5706

2625 Floyd Street • Dallas, Texas

Cordially invites you to celebrate at this year's

Princess all Saturday August 21 Music b_y

Vanek Orchestra Music from 7:30 - 11:30 Kitchen Open Fabulous Prize Drawing!

Advance tickets are $6.50 each for persons ages 13 and up and are available from teen group members. At he door, tickets will be $7 for ages 13 and up.

Children 12 and under admitted free.

14JVESTNIK-Wednesday, August 11, 2004

FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES A _)DC 4, HALLETTSVILLE. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA The monthly meeting of Lodge 5, Pilot PointToga is the first Sunday of every month at the Point Bank Community Building, Pilot Point, 2 p.m. For information, call Bill and Angie Heitzman (940) 437-5561; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Saturday, August 14-Hykel family reunion Friday, August 20-Social 6:30 p.m.; trustee 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 22-Zettler reunion Saturday, August 28--Ondrez reunion 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 (254) 826-5863.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar.

LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental information, call (254) 593-2222.

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 18, ELGIN 22-Combinations, August Sunday, polkas/waltzes/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $6.

Lodge hall is located at 702 Hwy. 95 North, Elgin. Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 2813711. Lodge 18 is Non-Smoking.

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

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

LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June, and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, August 14-Rental Saturday, August 21-Mark Ritchey Band.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 22-Rental Saturday, August 28-Rental Adult lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.; dinner/social begins at 6:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 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 Saturday, August 12-Lodge meeting, 8 p.m.

14-wedding: Saturday, August Whiteley/Puyear Saturday, August 21-rental Saturday, August 28-rental Saturday, August 29-shower Saturday, September 4-reunion Saturday, September 9-Lodge meeting, 8 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations, or more information, please call the hall (972) 875-8381 and leave a message.

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

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Wharton County Library located at 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard.

LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, August 13-Honky Tonk Heart Friday, August 20-Texas Pioneers Friday, August 27-Blue Crowns Friday, Saturday/September 24, 25 Annual Barbecue cookoff.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. Members and guests are always welcome. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers during Friday night dances. "On premises catering." For hall reservations, dance information or bookings, call the lodge hall (512) 352-9139; (512) 3527442; or Tommy Schiller (512) 365-7632.

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

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

LODGE 35, ELK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

To hall: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying ' Elk". Take the Elk Road.

Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the rqad will dead end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road.

The hall is open for rent every day of the week.

For rental information, call (254) 875-2156.

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

- LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by meeting at 1 p.m. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting.

Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Sunday, September 12-Memorial service for deceased members, 2 p.m.

Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Youth club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 South in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Svatek (979) 543-3044; or (979) 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, 7 p.m.

LODGE 47, SEATON Thursday, August 12-Retirement Seminars: iafternoon at 2 p.m.; evening at 6 p.m.

Presentations by Jack Brown, Frank Fuller and James Whitaker. Everyone invited.

Saturday, August 14-Open Saturday, August 21- Vrazels Saturday, August 28-Red Ravens Tuesday, September 2-Lodge meeting, 7 p.m.

Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

Saturday night dance time is from 7 to 11 p.m.

Hall opens at 6 p.m. Hall phone: (254) 9852548. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. For rentals, please call Edwin Pechal (254) 9852282.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Notice: Lodge 48, Beyersville is now having a monthly ladies Bunko night on the second Tuesday of each month. It begins with alight meal at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunko games, wrapping up with the distribution of prizes, and eating of desserts.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. The hall is located at 10450 FM 619, four miles southeast of Taylor.

For hall rentals, please contact Bonnie Wolf (512) 365-3733.

LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November at 7 p.m. Game socials are the fourth Friday of each month at 1:30 p.m.

-_ODGE ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Department.

LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June, and NoveMber and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night); or (254) 826-5343 (day).

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

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

LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are at 2 p.m.

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

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

LODGE 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July, and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Monday and Saturday from 7 to 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. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (36i) 852-9982; or (361) 854-8423.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings, are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-1395-8; AL. 00061-9887-0.

LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Luncheon served at noon, and the meeting follows.

LODGE 84, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall - 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397; or Ben Jarma (214) 3481514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 8263557.

LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 773-6164 /home.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, August 7-Knights of Dixie, big band music. *Dress Code. $10 Saturday, August 14-Gus Lindermann, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 Saturday, August 21-Red Ravens, polka/variety. $6 Saturday, August 28-No Dance Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies, and gentlemen.

LODGE 89, ROSEBUD Lodge meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise announced.

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 Friday, August 13--Jim Petty 15-Funny Hat Sunday, August

Dance/Contest: music by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six of Pflugerville, 2 to 6 p.m.

Friday, August 20-Mexican Fiesta: music

by Charlie Patteson Friday, August 27-Nobles of Note Friday, September 3-Charlie Patteson Sunday, September 5-Randy and the Road House Band, 3 to 7 p.m.

Friday, September 10-Jim Petty Sunday, September 18-Annual Czech Heritage Day/94th Anniversary of the founding of SPJST Lodge 92: 2 to 10 p.m. Music by Mikula's of Ennis; Czech Beseda Dancers of Dallas; Accordion music, Memory Makers Czech Choir; Czech Costume Parade. Dinner 3 to 6 p.m. Youth Club Kitchen, 6:30 p.m.

Watch for more details.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m,, or as otherwise specified. Youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday. Family Night-first and third Tuesdays. Country/western music on the first Sunday and polka/waltz music on third Sunday every month from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Ballroom dancing on Friday night. Refer to the SPJST Vestnik and listen to KBEC 1390-AM on Sundays at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3FM at 2 p.m. for more news of our activities. Tune in KAAM-AM 770 for some easy listening music.

For your large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, please call Joyce (817) 624-1361. National Hall, SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Phone (817) 624-1361.

LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Polak's between Karnes City and Kenedy. Contact E.R. Prasek for information (830) 780-2191.

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

LODGE 97, PLACEDO 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 Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio.

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

LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August; and 6:30 p.m. September through May. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are now held every second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, September 12-Lodge meeting Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music.

Hall rentals for weddings or parties, 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, EL MATON Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting starts at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, August 11, 2004—VESTNIK/15 LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m., in the meeting room of Hinze's Bar-B-Que Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas.

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

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

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

LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of the month at 7 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612.

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

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in April, July, October, and January at 2 p.m.

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

LODGE 169, BRENHAM 2004 lodge meetings will be held the third Tuesday of February, April, June, August, and October; and the first Sunday in December will be the Christmas dinner and officer elections.

For information, contact Leroy Kamas (979) 836-8179; Mary Januszewski (979) 836-5808; or Glenda Weyand (979) 451-3231.

LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, September 4—Texas Roadrunners Hall is located at 3609 Preston. Executive board and Trustees meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The regular lodge meeting is held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Dance hours: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Admission $6 per person. The hall is available for rentals the rest of the month. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday, retirement parties, Christmas parties, wedding receptions, etc, please call Vicki (281) 542-1774. For dance reservations, call Mary Byers (281) 946-7350.

Lodge phone (281) 487-3297. Lodge 172 is a non-smoking facility.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings will start at 7 p.m., and trustees' meetings will start at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth club meeting dates are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 17418-083907. 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 4:30 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON Please note that Lodge 179 will not be meeting on August 12. The next meeting will be on September 9.

Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Building in Carmine, 201 Centennial Street.

LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call John Hilcher (817) 293-8166.

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

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

LODGE 186, CALDWELL Youth club meetings are on the first Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall unless otherwise announced. 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 meeting and program are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting at 2 p.m.; entertainment at 2:30 p.m. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, please call (512) 255-1554; or (512) 255-3415.

LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Please note: Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, lodge meetings are held in Charles Munday's office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger's.)

LODGE 191, LUFKIN Friday, August 13—Polka Dots Dance: Joel Towers, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m Wednesday, August 18—East Texas Cloggers, 6 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, August 21—SPJST Dance: Glenn Lenderman, 8 to 11:30 p.m.

Friday, August 27—Polka Dots Dance: Glenn Lendermann, 7 to 10:30 p.m. (Salads) Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall located at 1715 Hughes Street. Regular dances are on the third Saturday of each month starting at 8 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. For lodge rentals, call Lonnie Flowers (936) 6321217.

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

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST All dances open to the public. Admission $6 per persona Watch for our letters in the Vestnik.

Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For lodge and rental information, please call the hall (281) 373-9482; Alma (281) 351-1045; or Cecelia Malek at (281) 469-9229. Hall address: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress, Texas 77429.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. For hall rentals, please contact James Balke (979) 830-0796; or (979) 830-0118.

LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge 202, Jourdanton meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center unless otherwise announced. Youth Club meets the same day and place at 1:45 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of the month, 3 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico, Texas. Members are urged to attend, and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance are welcome. Bring a guest, and maybe we can make a member out of him/her.

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

LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS Meetings are held every third Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September at the Senior Citizens Building in Tahoka, 6 p.m.

Youth club meets at the same time.

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; or (972) 2639031.

LODGE 239, HONDO Lodge meetings are held every third Friday of the month at 7 p.m. Agents meet, every Monday at 6:30 p.m. at New Covenant Church in Hondo to turn in applications. For information or location, contact Juan Lopez (830)6881027; or Tereso Hernandez (210) 364-3620; or Tammy Hernandez (210) 378-3887.

LODGE 184, MOULTON

Lodge meetings are held every third Thursday at 6 p.m. at Jim's Restaurant at Aquarena Springs Drive and 1-35, San Marcos.

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LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS

Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.

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Looking for something to do this Labor Day Weekend?

You won't find a better entertainment value for the entire family than Westfest 2004. Thousands attend annually!

You, too, can enjoy a family blend of food, culture, dance and just plain Czechoslovakian Fun!!!

Our polka band lineup includes a Grammy Winner and a group from Wisconsin. Add to that our Texas Polka Bands and you have a variety of polkas and waltzes second to none.

Our Cultural Amphitheater will find a big selection of various ethnic entertainment. In addition to Czechoslovakian dancing and costumes, you will find Mexican, German, Polish, Ukranian and others.

Sokol Gymnastics is also presented in this area.

There is plenty of seating so that you may rest your feet as you view the colorful and entertaining culture of the world.

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Saturday—East Pavilion Jodie Mikula Orchestra Vrazel Polka Band Brave Combo

Noon - 4 p.m.

4 - 8 p.m.

8:30 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.

Saturday—West Pavilion Noon - 4 p.m.

4 - 8 p.m.

8:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Chris Rybak Ed Kadlecek & Fun Bunch Copper Box

Sunday—East Pavilion Noon - 4 p.m.

4 - 8 p.m.

8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Czech & Then Some The Harvesters Vanek Polka Band

Sunday—West Pavilion 2 - 6 p.m.

6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Brave Combo Copper Box

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Saturday 12:30 - 1:00 1:00 - 1:30 1:30 - 2:00 2:00 - 2:30 2:30 - 3:00 3:00 - 3:30 3:30 - 4:00 4:00 - 4:30 4:30 - 5:30 5:30 - 6:00 6:00 - 6:30 6:30 - 7:00 6:30 - 7:30

West High School Junior Historian Dancers Texas Czech Beseda Dancers (Dallas) Brazos Valley Cloggers (Waco) Parade of Authentic Czech-Moravian Costumes De Texas Klompendansers (Houston) Czech Folk Dancers (West) Mazurka Polish Folk Dancers (San Antonio) Csardas Hungarian Dancers (Austin) Sokol West Gymnasts Exhibition El Folklorico Las Estrellas de Waco Cadence Cloggers (San Antonio) Zorya-Ukrainian Dance Ensemble (Dallas) West Trojan Dazzlers

Sunday 12:30 - 1:00 1:00 - 1:30 1:30 - 2:00 2:00 - 2:30 2:30 - 3:00 3:00 - 3:30 3:30 - 4:00 4:00 - 4:30 4:30 - 5:30 5:30 - 6:00 6:00 - 6:30 6:30 - 7:00 6:30 - 7:30

Polka Lovers Kiub of America Dancers (Dallas) De Texas Klompendansers (Houston) Cadence Cloggers (San Antonio) Csardas Hungarian Dancers (Austin) Mazurka Polish Folk Dancers (San Antonio) Czech Folk Dancers (West) Brazos Valley Cloggers (Waco) Alpine Dancers (Dallas) Sokol West Gymnasts Exhibition Norwegian Society of Texas Leikarringen (Dallas) Cadence Cloggers (San Antonio) Zorya-Ukrainian Dance Ensemble (Dallas) West Trojan Dazzlers

Authentic Foods Children's Area Arts and Crafts Miss Westfest Contest Parade Polka Mass Taroky Tournament Kolache 5000+ Race Kolache Baking Contest Horseshoe Pitching and Washers Held on the West Fair and Rodeo Grounds One Mile South of West on Main Street

P.O. Box 65, West, Texas 76691 (254) 826-5058 www.westfest.com a

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