Vestnik 2005 08 03

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Volume 93 Number 31

Benevolence

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District One Royalty The District One Royalty Court are Duchess Brittanie Gaas, Queen Kathryn Skrabanek, King Lucas Schoppe, and Duke Coy Cass. They were crowned at the District One Youth Achievement Day, held July 24 in Caldwell.

Congratulations, Gratias Agit Winner

Jerry Elzner of SPJST Lodge 79 Corpus Christi See pages 6 and 7.

SPJST State Youth Achievement Day this Saturday in Temple You’re invited to celebrate the Saturday, August 6 with the youth of SPJST. Beseda dancing. Arts and crafts.

Individual and group talents.

The crowning of the 20052006 SPJST State King and Queen. That’s what’s in store this Saturday at the Frank W.

Mayborn Convention Center in Temple. The program begins at 11 a.m. with opening ceremonies followed by talent competitions. The day ends with the royalty crowning.

SPJST youth who received first place honors in their dis-

trict competitions this summer will be competing at the state level in various competitions, including group and individual talent, nine craft categories, a special category, and youth club poster and scrapbook. More information on pages 10 through 13.

District Two Royalty The District Two Royalty Court are Duke Collin Vanecek and King Kyle Vanecek, both of Lodge 29, Taylor, and Queen Amber Pechal and Duchess Brooke Hoelscher, both of Lodge 47, Seaton. They were crowned July 24 at the District Two Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 29, Taylor.

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SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.com VESTNIK EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-0807 email: melaniez@vvm.com PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 985-0007 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 780-1906 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LANITA ANGLIN Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 985-2334 email: lanitaa@spjst.com FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 773-2950 email: jerrymik@spjst.com LEGAL ADVISOR DREW POPELKA P.O. Box 1706, Temple, TX 76503 Office: (254) 742-0724 email: spjst-legal@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR DONNIE VICTORICK, CHAIRMAN P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR BOBBY WUENSCHE 2451 CR 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421 Home: (512) 365-3013 DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, Texas 76691 Home: (254) 826-5882 DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875 Home: (325) 442-3141 • Mobile: (325) 277-5362 Office: (325) 442-3038 DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, Texas 77008 Home: (713) 864-2163 DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM, VICE CHAIRMAN 407 Taos Street, Victoria, Texas 77904 Home: (361) 578-3279 • Mobile: (361) 676-3279 email: ahlstrom@cox-internet.com DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 Home: (830) 393-9073 BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-1451 District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Texas 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415 District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Stanley Mrnustik, 202 N. Shaw St., Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4386 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550

District Five - Clara Broz, 1507 W.T.C. Jester, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-6120 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-6220 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 F.M. 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174 Lolita, Texas 77971 - (512) 874-4461 District Seven - Tereso Hernandez, 502 22nd Street, Hondo, Texas 78861 - (210) 364-3620 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1342 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 187 Tanner Circle, Georgetown, Texas 78628 - (512) 864-9183 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 606-7787 STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC Mobile: (254) 541-5555 email: spjst@hotmail.com STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT ONE Bill Orsak Mobile: (979) 324-0056 Home: (979) 272-8902 • Fax: (979) 272-8902 DISTRICT TWO Zachary Kramer Mobile: (254) 541-5820 email: zkramer@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT THREE Charlene Barbour Mobile: (940) 733-9171 email: spjst-sfr3@dtnspeed.net DISTRICT FOUR Charles Lindley (432) 689-7050 email: kacha2u@hotmail.com DISTRICT FIVE Edward Jelinek Home: (281) 412-2335 Mobile: (713) 259-9231 email: spjst5@aol.com DISTRICT SIX Karen Kaspar, FIC Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: kkaspar@wcecnet.net DISTRICT SEVEN Hector Garcia Mobile: (361) 548-5702 • Home: (361) 749-1032 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR MICHAEL MORRIS (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-1963 • Nextel: 145*2*16535 email: michaelm@spjst.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JOHN HOELSCHER Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: johnh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Street, Burlington, Texas 76519 (254) 985-2396 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Leta Cross, P.O. Box 1124, Abilene, Texas 79604 (325) 437-0456 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas (713) 649-6138 District Six - Marcy Dorotik, 2500 Old Farm Road, Apt. 833, Houston, Texas 77063 - (713) 907-1630 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Texas 78160 - (830) 745-2702 - email: wap6564@felpsis.net SPJST LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM (LAM) Museum Curator Dorothy Pechal (254) 773-1575

Editor’s Note

Celebrate the Youth of SPJST It’s the weekend that SPJST’s young people have been looking forward to all year. They’ve worked hard preparing all of the details for the big day. The SPJST State Youth Achievement Day is this Saturday, August 6 at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple. What an awesome day it will be! The youth of SPJST are absolutely incredible.

They will entertain you. They will amaze you. They will inspire you. I have seen many of the talents and crafts that will be competing at this Saturday’s event. Wow! Totally awesome. You will be impressed.

The SPJST youth and the program have a very special place in my heart.

I spent 13 years in the program as a youth club member; three years as a youth leader; and six years as State Youth Director. State YAD is a very special day—to the youth, to the parents, to the youth leaders, and to the District Youth Counselors. It’s the day that the entire SPJST focuses on a very precious resource—our young people.

I remember competing in my first State YAD as an anxious and nervous six-year-old with a handicraft—a gold-painted, macaroni-decorated, half-gallon cardboard milk carton that was a small plant holder. Although my entry did not place, I was so proud to receive a participation ribbon and be a part of the day. I remember, years later, winning a trophy at State YAD—what a special moment that was.

And, the 39th SPJST State King and the 42nd SPJST State Queen will be crowned on Saturday. The lives of one of the young men and young women pictured on pages 12 and 13 will forever be changed when they are crowned king and queen.

All of the past State Kings and State

Queens are listed on pages 10 and 11.

I was curious which districts past kings and queens have represented: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

16 kings from District Three 13 queens from District Three 11 kings from District Two 8 queens from District Six 6 queens from District Two 5 queens from District One 5 queens from District Five 3 kings from District One 3 kings from District Five 3 kings from District Seven 3 queens from District Seven 2 kings from District Six 2 queens from District Four 1 king from District Four

The lodge with the most state kings is Lodge 84, Dallas with six, followed

by Lodge 47, Seaton with three. The lodges with the most state queens are Lodge 30, Taiton and Lodge 84, Dallas with six each, followed by Lodge 13, Dime Box; Lodge 20, Granger; Lodge 88, Houston; and Lodge 117, Robstown with three each.

To all of the youth participating in this year’s State YAD—congratulations. We are proud of you. Best wishes in your competition, and I can’t wait to see you all.

No Vestnik on August 24 Each year, the Vestnik publishes 50 issues. One of the weeks that we will not publish a Vestnik will be August 24. Please make plans now. Get your lodge and youth letters, advertisements, important dates, etc., in by Wednesday, August 10 for the Wednesday, August 17 Vestnik.

Anything received after August 10 will be published in the August 31 Vestnik. Thank you for your attention.

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VúSTNÍK (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the fourth week of August and the second week of September by VúSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $20 per year, beginning July 1, for nonmembers. 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 c/o Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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Family Fun and Important Dates August 6 August 8 August 10 August 12 August 13 August 13 August 13 August 14 August 20 August 20 August 24 Sept. 3 Sept. 5 Sept. 10 Sept. 14 Sept. 16-17 Sept. 17 Sept. 17 Sept. 17 Sept. 18 Sept. 18 Sept. 23-24 Sept. 24 October 1 October 1 October 1 October 2 October 8 October 9 October 9 October 9 October 10 October 16 October 18 Oct. 18-20 October 22

State Youth Achievement Day, Temple Lodge 183, Arlington Annual Appreciation Dinner Lodge 84, Dallas Teen Youth Club Spaghetti Dinner SPJST Heritage Gala at Lodge 47, Seaton SPJST Heritage Celebrity-Am Golf Scramble at Mill Creek Golf Club, Salado Lodge 49, Rowena hosts Sixties Dance Lodge 182, Falls County 10th Year Anniversary at Chilton Volunteer Fire Department Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day SPJST Float - Cowboy Homecoming, Pleasanton Lodge 202, Jourdanton Lodge 84, Dallas Princess Ball No Vûstník Published SPJST Float - Westfest in West Labor Day • SPJST Home Office Closed SPJST Float - Rogers Homecoming No Vûstník Published District Six Barbecue Cook-Off at Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje SPJST Float - Medina County Fair, Hondo Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza Lodge 92, Fort Worth Czech Heritage Day District Seven Family Fun Day hosted by Lodge 202, Jourdanton Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Fest Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cook-Off SPJST Float - Kolache Festival, Hallettsville Czech Heritage Month SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Begins SPJST Float - Spring Branch Multi-Cultural Festival SPJST Float - Heights Festival, Houston SPJST Float - Port Lavaca/District Six Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas, Dallas SPJST Float - State Fair of Texas, Dallas District Six Fall Meeting hosted by Lodge 30, Taiton Columbus Day • SPJST Home Office Closed SPJST Float - Lickskillet, Fayetteville Lodge 84, Dallas Fellowship Day SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting, Temple Make a Difference Day

RESOLUTION OF RESPECT WHEREAS, the Supreme Lodge and the SPJST membership was saddened to learn of the death of Stanley R. Broz, Director of District IV SPJST; and, WHEREAS, Brother Broz left surviving him to mourn his departure, his wife, Martha, his son, Gary Broz and wife Georgia, his daughter Debbie Halfmann, his son, Carl Broz and wife Cassie, nine grandchildren: Jimmy Halfmann, Shauna Broz, Roxanne Halfmann, Jon Broz, Cristafer Broz, Zachary Broz, Nicholas Broz, Cortny Broz and Andrew Broz, and a host of relatives, friends, and neighbors, all of whom, with all the members of the Supreme Lodge SPJST mourn his departure; and, WHEREAS, the members of the Supreme Lodge SPJST desire to record their sorrow at the death on April 28, 2005, of Brother Broz, who worked harmoniously and diligently for the good of the Society for many years and served as Director for District IV, and also served as SPJST Supreme Lodge Vice Chairman; and, WHEREAS, Brother Broz contributed much to the growth and progress of the Society for over 30 years and received great joy in being able to provide his clients with adequate insurance coverage or assist them in the purchase of a farm or home, and he will be missed and remembered by his many friends mourning his passing.

BE IT RESOLVED that the Supreme Lodge of the SPJST meeting as a body in session on July 19, 2005 hereby gives its formal expression of sympathy and does hereby note in its records the passing from this life of a loyal member, who was respected by his associates and loved by his family and friends.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be tendered to the family as a humble expression of heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement, one copy be sent to the Vestnik for publication, and one copy be spread on the minutes of the Supreme Lodge SPJST. FOR THE SUPREME LODGE SPJST

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Collecting Shoes at State YAD Here’s an easy way to make a great difference in a child’s life and commemorate the memory of a lost soldier. Thanks to District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzales for sharing the following information.

Before Gayle McDermott’s son Wesley was killed in Iraq, he talked about the Iraqi children often and how they touched his heart. But the one thing that bothered him most was the children had to use newspapers for shoes. Wesley’s birthday will be August 16, and in his memory,

collected shoes will be shipped to his unit for the children in Iraq. Everyone is encouraged to donate new or slightly used children’s shoes to the Iraqi children. All sizes—boys and girls—will be appreciated. The shoes will be shipped to Iraq by Jarvis International, a Houston company.

Barbara will collect the shoes at State YAD on August 6 at the Mayborn Center in Temple. She and other District Five members will take them back to Houston.

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SPJST Heritage Gala and Celebrity-Am Golf Scramble set for August 12 and 13 in Central Texas Dear Members, You are cordially invited you to participate in the SPJST Heritage Celebrity-Am Golf Scramble to benefit the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum and SPJST Education and Nature Center. This year’s tournament will be held at the Mill Creek Golf Club in Salado on Saturday, August 13, 2005. Even if you don’t golf, I hope that you can join us for the SPJST Heritage Gala Friday evening, August 12 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Seaton Star Hall.

The registration for this year’s tourney is $50 per person or $200 per foursome! Non-member entry fee is $75 per golfer or $300 per foursome.

This includes green fees, cart fees, luncheon fees, and attendance to the SPJST Heritage Gala celebration to be held on the night before the event at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall.

If you are planning to bring your spouse, guest or children to the golfer’s buffet luncheon after the tournament on Saturday, please include an additional $10 and the name of your guest.

This year’s tournament will be a four-person scramble, and teams can be mixed—men and women. Many foursomes will have the chance to play with a celebrity!

Dallas Cowboys great and three-time ProBowler Billy Joe Dupree will be among the celebrities playing in the tournament. There will also be a free putting, pitching and driving competition for the kids.

As previously stated, even if you don’t golf—like me—you can join in the fun on the Friday night before from 7 until 11 p.m. at Seaton Star Hall. Our thanks to Gary Jones and First State Bank of Temple and Dennis Jupe and Wendland Feeds of Temple for underwriting the costs of the Friday night dance. Music is being provided courtesy of Johnny Lyon and the Country Nu Notes. As an added treat, we will be treated by a special guest performance by Miss Texas 2006 Morgan Matlock. Miss Texas’ appearance is being generously sponsored by Charles Amos and Amos Electric Supply of Temple.

Admission to the gala is free to tournment players and the public is invited.

Tickets are $7 each and are available through the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Children will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

Once again, please note that all

proceeds generated from the gala and golf tournament will go to benefit the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum and the SPJST Education and Nature Center. Please add your name to the growing list of lodges and individuals who will be sponsoring

holes or furnishing auction items for this year’s tournament:

Tournament Sponsors Extraco Bank—Temple First State Bank of Temple Guaranty Bank of Temple

SPJST Heritage Gala Friday, August 12, 2005 Seaton Star Hall in Seaton, Texas (five miles east of Temple on Highway 53) 7 to 11 p.m.

Music by Johnny Lyon and the Country Nu Notes

Hejl Trophies - (Ed and Louise Hejl) Jerry Kucera—SPJST Sales Agent Johnny Lyon Perry Office Plus Jay T. Ray Drywall Farmers Mutual Protective Association of Texas - RVOS SPJST ENC SPJST LAM SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton SPJST Lodge 66, Waco - In Memory of Gladys Yates SPJST Lodge 89, Rosebud SPJST Supreme Lodge Directors Brian and Joan Vanicek and Family Wendland Feeds—Dennis Jupe

Silent/Live Auction Donors Special Guest

Free Admission Miss Texas 2006 to Tournament Morgan Matlock Players Non-Tournament Players Admission: $7 Children under 13 free with parent

SPJST Heritage Celebrity-Am Scramble Saturday, August 13, 2005

Mill Creek Golf Club Salado, Texas SCHEDULE Check-In: 7 to 8 a.m.

Shotgun Start: 8:30 a.m.

Luncheon and Awards following the tournament Former Dallas Cowboys Three-Time Pro-Bowler Billy Joe Dupree

FORMAT Four-Person Scramble (teams can be mixed—men and women)

Many teams will have the chance to play with a celebrity.

For information on sponsorship opportunities, registration, group ticket sales or to donate items for the silent auction, please contact SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Michael Morris at (800) 7277578, (254) 534-1963 or michaelm@spjst.com.

George Andrie, Sr. Baymont Inns Bodyworks Day Spa in Temple Bridal Shows, Inc.- Naomi Hulme Fred Buri Chris McNeill Tal Milan – Milan Art Gallery Fort Worth Michael Morris La Quinta Inns George Strait For information on sponsorship opportunities, registration, group ticket sales, or to donate an item for the silent auction, please contact SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Michael Morris at (800) 727-7578 or via cell at (254) 534-1963 of michael@spjst.com.

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

WHERE TO STAY A listing of Temple area hotels and Salado bed and breakfasts can be downloaded from www.spjst.com.

Also, Super 8 in Salado is offering a special rate to SPJST members participating in the tournament. The hotel is located at 290 North Robertson Road on I-35.

For more information or to book a room, call Tony at the hotel at (888) 301-3888.

Mention “SPJST” for the special rate.

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Lodge Letters Section

The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447 Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions?

Call (800) 727-7578

Lodge 4, Hallettsville Lodge Karel sets August 14 Jonáš, No. 28 Family Day East Bernard meets August 14 Dear Lodge 4 Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville will hold its Annual Family Day on Sunday, August 14, 2005, at the American Legion Hall, beginning at 11 a.m. We will have a social hour, games, and a catered meal which will be served at noon. Barbecue pork and sausage with all the trimmings is on the menu. Desserts brought by members will be enjoyed with the meal.

We will have speakers from the SPJST Supreme Lodge and from District Six who will update us on events of the SPJST. Fifty-year members will be honored. Door prizes will be awarded by the lodge. Bingo and entertainment by our youth will provide us with a very pleasant afternoon.

To help with the cost of the meal, tickets will be sold as follows: Lodge 4 youth ages 5 to 11—$3 Lodge 4 adults—$4 All non-Lodge 4 members—$5 Children, ages 4 and under—Free Please consider this as your special invitation to join us on our Family Day. To assure that enough food will be ordered, please let us know if you and your family will be attending by calling Helen Zabransky at (361) 7983347 prior to August 3. If unavailable, please leave a message. Also, if you need further information, please call.

We hope to see you on August 14!

Fraternally yours, Helen Zabransky, Secretary —SPJST—

Dear Members, On the 14th of August, 2005, Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its monthly meeting in the East Bernard Branch Library, located at 746 Clubside Drive at 2 p.m. in the Community Room.

The agenda will be open to business needing immediate attention after all reports are given.

As to the fare for the fraternal hour buffet luncheon, it will be the usual one.

To the faithful: Mark your calendars, plan to attend, and this writer remains . . .

Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena hosts sixties dance August 13 SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena will host another sixties dance on Saturday, August 13 in Rowena. It will be from 7 p.m. until 12 midnight.

The music will be by a deejay (the Lowes). It is BYOB, and set ups will be available.

Everyone is invited to come on out and enjoy a night of great music.

Fraternally, Nancy Schwertner, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton plans September fund raiser Dear Brothers and Sisters, The July meeting of Lodge 47, Seaton was held on Sunday, July 3, 2005, at 2 p.m. President Calvin Skrabanek opened the meeting, and the flag bearers presented the flags.

We remained standing in memory of Michelle Skrabanek who had passed away. Deepest sympathy to her family. She shall be missed.

Sister Adeline Kohutek read the roll call of officers, trustees, and sales representatives. The minutes were accepted as read.

New members accepted were Parker Wade Mikulas and Bailey Rae Krcha. We also accepted the transfers of Zachary Kramer and Lori Kramer to Lodge 47. A warm welcome to each named, and come to the meetings and other activities.

Those on the sick list were Dolores Skrabanek, Micah Kohutek, and Steven Hanusch, all having surgery, and Ruby Bolton, who is a resident of Weston Inn Health Center. I hope you all are recovering nicely.

The pillar at the highway was damaged by a tire that flew from a vehicle on the highway. It has been repaired by now.

Heritage Gala at Lodge 47 on Friday, August 12 FAC Amanda Greger gave a rundown of activities past and those to be held. The golf tournament is set in Salado on August 13, and the heritage gala at Star Hall on Friday, August 12. We voted to sponsor a hole at the tournament for $100. Our annual fund raiser is coming up on

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Lodge 74, Lovelady invites members to August 10 specialcalled meeting Dear Lodge Members, Please know that there will be a special-called meeting of SPJST Lodge 74, Lovelady on Wednesday, August 10 at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. The lodge hall is located eight miles south of the Crockett Loop 304 intersection, just off Highway 19. The lodge hall is on the left. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss the prospective sale of our building and the lodge rebuilding process which will follow.

If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call (936) 544-7995.

Fraternally, W.G. Win Bradshaw President —SPJST— Saturday, September 17.

More details will be forthcoming.

The only one celebrating a birthday was Willie E. Kohutek. Hope you celebrated that special day.

There were no wedding anniversaries.

We had a total of 34 members and two visitors present. We enjoyed good refreshments after the meeting.

Next Meeting—August 7 The next meeting is set for Sunday, August 7 at 2 p.m. State YAD is the day before. See you at both events.

Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 63, Sweet Home Join Hands Lodge 63, Sweet Home participated with KJT Society No. 15, Smothers Creek, the Hallettsville Knights of Columbus No. 2433, and several Pictured are Lodge 63, Sweet Home members, from left to right, Donald and Earline Zabransky, Ann Marie Moseley, Elaine Berkovsky, and Blake and Colby Bujnoch. Not pictured are Patrick and Pam Bujnoch.

individual donors to help build a handicapped ramp at the Sweet Home Community Center.

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Elzner receives trip to Prague for his efforts

Pride in Czech heritage brings honor

By Mike Baird—Corpus Christi Caller Times (July 9, 2005) The tang of sausage and sauer- but didn’t know how much she was kraut and the oom-pah-pah of polka helping me,” Elzner said.

Now he speaks three languages music on a wind-up gramophone permeated one man’s Texas childhood. fluently and still tends Pickens’ Juggling Lone Star farm life and tombstone out of respect.

For decades, Slavic family Elzner has heritage melddonned a coled after 79 orful floralyears for Jerry patterned vest Louis Elzner and a long on a recent 16waist-cinched day trip to the sash at many C z e c h Texas Czech Republic to festivals. He receive an was excited award given to June 23 to just 14 people wear the tradiworldwide tional Czech this year. clothing and E l z n e r spread the returned late greeting, “Jak We d n e s d a y, se maš ?” — July 6 from an “How are you all-expensedoing?” and paid trip to offer the Prague, where response he received “Dobre” — the 2005 Jan “ f i n e ” Masaryk throughout the Gratias Agit 79, Corpus Christi member Jerry land of his Award, named Lodge Elzner with the Gratias Agit Globe after Czecho- inscribed with “Cena Gratias Agit” and parents’ birth, s l o v a k i a n featuring the shields of the four Czech he said. “I was on all diplomat Jan nations. kinds of teleMasaryk, who was the son of Czechoslovakia’s first vision stations once they learned I spoke Czech with an American president.

“You could win a hundred Southern drawl,” Elzner said.

His travel guest, Jerry Sijansky, a crowns,” Elzner said, “and it wouldn’t match the feeling of this award for co-curator of the local Czech musea humble Bohemian from South um at Sokol Hall (in Corpus Christi) said the trip was like a fairytale.

Texas.”

Elzner was selected for his more “Jerry does great things for people he than 50 years of promoting Czech doesn’t even realize,” Sijansky said. respect, including an initiative that “If you need help, he’ll be there.”

Born in 1925 to Texas farmers contributed to October being “Month of the Czech Heritage” in about 100 who settled from Czechoslovakia in Texas communities. The early years 1904, Elzner got a first glimpse of his were rough for the children of Slavic family’s homeland while working in immigrants, Elzner said. His parents U.S. Army intelligence in Germany spoke only their native language, and during World War II. But he never he and his twin sister’s early school expected to stay in the royal castle, as days in Mathis were marred with he did on his most recent trip.

“Imagine a cotton chopper in a teasing.

“They called us ‘dumb castle,” Elzner said. “I had whatever Bohemians,’ and kids mocked our my heart desired at Czernin Palace, broken English,” Elzner said. He and we went on a riverboat for two later had a teacher in Gregory who five-course state dinners. I never saw kept him at the blackboard writing so many forks.” and forced him to recite phrases (Article reprinted with permission from the Caller Times.) repeatedly.

—SPJST— “As a kid, I hated Miss Pickens,

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Lodge 79 Corpus Christi reports on July meeting One of the biggest meetings in the years of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi was held July 17, 2005. A total of 115 members and guests came to the meeting and to help celebrate the 80th birthday of longtime Lodge 79 members—the Elzner twins, Agnes (Elzner) Burge and Jerry Elzner.

We were happy to have District Seven Director Bob Bayer and District Seven Youth Counselor Wendy Pruski and Polly Bayer come and celebrate with us.

Brother Bob and Sister Wendy brought a check to our Youth Leader Frances Klanika. It is a check for starting a youth club. Sister Frances is trying so hard to make the youth club grow.

We voted to donate our monthly donation to TCHCC and voted to give a donation to a small village near Plzen, Czech Republic, that has put up a large stature of General Patton. This village is as far as U.S. troops were allowed to advance in Czechoslovakia. The two Jerrys met with the lady mayor and told her we would help her raise funds. Three other individuals also donated to the fund. The statue stands in front of an elementary school that will be renamed General Patton Elementary in September, 2005.

Also, Sokol Corpus Christi will be celebrating its 75th birthday with a big dinner. Many of our members are also Sokol members. So put the 20th of August on your calendar. We will be having a catered dinner, but we need RSVPs, okay? Invite your family and friends, but let either of the Jerrys know how many are coming.

More info will be forthcoming.

After many door prizes were given out, we enjoyed a great meal of baked District Seven Director Bob Bayer and District Seven Youth Counselor Wendy Pruski, left, present Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Youth Leader Frances Klanika with a check for the remainder of the new youth club start-up funds. The check was presented during the July lodge meeting.

chicken and sausage and all the trimmings along with kolaches, buchta, and cake.

Near the end of the meal, President Jerry talked about the trip to the Czech Republic and finding his roots.

Birthday Jerry talked about receiving the prestigious Gratias Agit award from the Czech government.

The meeting of awardees from around the world was very interesting. Included in the group was Tomas Bata of Bata shoe fame. His father started in Zlin, but they escaped to Canada when the Nazis came. He has 58,000 employees in 68 countries. We stayed in a 15th century castle that has been converted into a four-star hotel about 20 miles from Prague.

After all were through eating, we were entertained by Crazy Paul, a magician/comedian. He did a great job. One of our youth clubbers, Brock Sijansky, had Crazy Paul teach him a few tricks so at our August meeting, Brock will entertain us.

A great . . . I repeat great . . . big thank you to all who helped—decorators, bakers, servers, bar help, kitchen help, and janitors. I did not name anyone because I’d hate to leave anyone off the list.

Once again, thanks to all for your gifts, prayers, cards, and for coming to help us celebrate.

Fraternally, Jerry Elzner, FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 81 Needville welcomes new state field rep The July, 2005, meeting of Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, July 17. At 12 noon, President Vincent Newman gave a prayer of

VĚSTNÍK thanks. Our lodge furnished sandwich fixings, which Willie Mae Kuykendall purchased for us. We also had an assortment of chips, dips, and desserts. Thanks goes to Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything set up for us. Also, thanks to everyone who brought the chips, dips, and desserts.

President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m.

Following the Pledge of Allegiance, led by our new District Five State Field Representative Edward Jelinek members observed a moment of silence in memory of our departed members, Anton Pesak and William Bachelor.

Sincere sympathy is extended to their family and friends.

All officers answered the roll call.

Added to our sick list are Audrey Tullos, Edna Woytek, and John

Wednesday, August 3, 2005 Kolaja. We wish you all well.

President Newman read correspondence from the Supreme Lodge and State FAC Michael Morris. Next, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read the minutes, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Benita Walzel read her report, and it was approved as read. Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel read the schedule of events for the coming month. He then read his special funds report, and it was also approved as read.

Under new business, the members voted in new member Sage Patrick Hlavaty. We’re looking forward to meeting you. Also, under new business, the new District Five State Field Representative Edward Jelinek told us a little about his personal background.

It was really nice having you, and we’re really looking forward to seeing

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you again.

Door prize winners were Winifred Susan, Dorothy Blinka, Jeanette Newman, and Karen Rust.

Congratulations to our lucky winners.

Lodge 84, Dallas plans several activities

Next Meeting—August 21 For our next meal on August 21, Winifred Susan offered to buy barbecue from the Needville Fire Department Fund Raiser. Thank you, Winnie! That will be delicious.

Members, please bring your side dishes and a dessert. See you at the next meeting.

Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Dear Members, Vice President Ben Jarma called the meeting to order in the absence of President Yeager who was at home with her husband, Doug, who fell ill in Corpus Christi attending a family function. Get well wishes are being sent to him and a speedy recovery, too!

Vice President Jarma asked for a moment of remembering our servicemen in battle.

Our usual trio—Brothers Salac, Becan, and Reznik—have been kept busy checking the emergency lights, fence, and something that needed

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi members travel to the Czech Republic On June 23, 2005, our own Jerry L. Elzner was awarded the 2005 Jan Masaryk Gratias Agit award from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic. The award is received by only 14 individuals and three Czech organizations from the entire world. These awardees promote Czech culture, ideals, music, and heritage.

It started last November when the Czech Embassy in the U.S. contacted Jerry asking if he would consider the nomination for the Gratias Agit Award. The award is named for Jan Masaryk, a former foreign minister, the son of T.G. Masaryk, first president of Czechoslovakia. “It was quite an honor just to be nominated and thought that was as far as it would go” Jerry said. “After all, the applicants are chosen from all over the world!”

In May, Jerry was notified that he was to be a recipient. He said he was overwhelmed with disbelief all day long. What an honor! The Czech

Government paid his airfare and lodging. He and a guest were to be housed in the Stirin Castle, a 15th century fortress renovated into a beautiful four-star hotel about 15 miles from Prague.

Jerry’s wife, and constant traveling companion (Millie) passed away in Jerry and Jill Sijansky presented Brother Elzner 2002, so I was hon- with a cake on July 21 in honor of winning the ored when Jerry Gratias Agit Award. asked me to accomTomas Garrigue Masaryk, the first pany him. On June 21, we flew from President of Czechoslovakia. Later, Corpus Christi to Houston; then on to we attended a reception hosted by Amsterdam and Prague. By the time Cyril Svoboda, Minister of Foreign we landed, it was the 22nd. We were Affairs. transported to Stirin Castle. After We were escorted to a great hall in settling in, we attended a state dinner the palace where the awards took that evening to meet all other awardees. The next day, we were place. The awardees’ attributes were taken to Czernin Palace. Here, we read in Czech and English. Each toured the bedroom and suite of recipient was awarded a bound cerLEFT PHOTO: Cyril Svobota, minister of Foreign Affairs, presents Jerry Elzner with a Gratias Agit certificate. Jerry spoke in Czech “I’m accepting on behalf of all Czechs in Texas.

RIGHT PHOTO: Minister Svoboda with some of the awardees on June 23 in the Czech Republic.

tificate, a pin and a 15 pound lead crystal globe, fashioned into a world sphere. Following the ceremony, we were treated to a lavish reception with all sorts of eats, drinks, and desserts. At the reception, Jerry talked with television, radio, and newspaper correspondents. The next day, we were treated to a river cruise on the Vltava River. A large variety of food and drinks again were furnished while we were cruising, visiting, and taking pictures.

The next evening was another state dinner. The next morning held more visiting at breakfast when many began leaving.

Our stay at Stirin Castle ended Saturday, June 25, when one of Jerry’s Czech friends took us to Pilsen for a short visit. We stayed a total of two weeks visiting all through the Czech Republic.

Submitted by, Jerry Sijansky, President Lodge 79, Corpus Christi —SPJST—

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attention in the bar. Thanks to these members!

Youth Leader Bessie Petr thanked all who helped during YAD held at our lodge. She said several of the youth will be headed for state. I will let the reporter of the youth club give you that exciting news—the youth were meeting tonight. Sister Bessie reported the trip to Hurricane Harbor was enjoyed by all and camp at Val Verde is the next big happening scheduled.

She wants to invite all to attend the spaghetti and meatball dinner that the teens are having on August 10. There will be dinner, bingo, and a bake sale all in one evening at 2625 Floyd Street. Come and enjoy! The Princess Ball is August 20 and Czech and Then Some will be playing for your dancing pleasure. Sister Bessie also reported on hall rental and the Czech Culture meeting being held at Lodge 84 on August 29. One busy member is Sister Bessie!

Czech Fest—September 18 Our Czech Fest is September 18 with a catered dinner by Bessie’s Catering, games, cake walk, country store, and more during the afternoon followed by a free dance with music by the Vaneks. If you wish to donate something to make our fund raiser a success, please call Sister Joan Manak at (214) 824-4738 or President Justine Yeager at (214) 827-0920. Having your participation will add so much to this day. Our members are asked to bring pastry to be served with the meal, and we thank you.

Fellowship Day—October 18 Sister Martha Mahdak Frnka sug-

VĚSTNÍK gested a fellowship day on October 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to enjoy the company of new members while renewing old acquaintances who you remember seeing at dances, meetings, or working together at the lodge. Plans are being made and should be in the Vestnik soon! If you come, you will enjoy.

Next Meeting—August 15 Our next lodge meeting is August 15 at 7:30 p.m.

A big thank you to Vice President Ben Jarma for conducting our meeting tonight, although we missed President Justine Yeager and hopefully, her husband, Brother Doug, will be all well by our next meeting. We also missed Sister Kelly Sims, who was injured in an auto accident. A speedy recovery is wished. Lodge 84 Treasurer Jim Liska was welcomed back from a family vacation. Thanks to Sister Bessie Petr and Sister Lynda Novak for the delicious punch that was served to all at the meeting.

Fraternally, Rose Scott, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 107 Floresville plans peanut brittle booth at festival Lodge 107, Floresville held its monthly meeting on July 24, 2005, at 6:10 p.m. President Pruski called the meeting to order. Lodge youth member Hope Bayer led the Pledge of Allegiance.

A moment of silence was held for deceased members. On the sick list are Mary McCloskey and Joe Bob Bayer.

The minutes of the June meeting were read and approved. There was no correspondence.

The treasurer’s report was read and approved.

Youth Leader Pruski reported District Seven Youth Achievement Day was held July 10. The following won first place in their categories and will go to State YAD: Constructed Items, Ages 12 to 14 Travis Purchis Science and Education, Ages 15 to Senior Reese Tatman Foods, Ages 15 to Senior Reese Tatman Pictorial Arts, Ages 15 to Senior Kevin Bayer Hobby Kits, Ages 15 to Senior Lian Pruski Needlework, Ages 15 to Senior Lian Pruski The District Seven Outing to Fiesta Texas was on July 19. Attending were 51 youth and 24 adults. Everyone had a fun time.

Camp will be at Echo Hill Ranch in Medina, Texas, on July 30 through August 1. We will be leaving from the Floresville Flower Shop on July 30 at 9:35 a.m.

State YAD will be on August 6 in Temple.

There was no financial secretary report due to the absence of Financial Secretary Bielefeld.

The following date was announced in the FAC report: the golf tournament is August 13.

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Stuffs the Bus

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 202 Youth Club members are all smiles after collecting a bucket of cash which will buy school supplies for Stuff the Bus. This project benefits the students who need a little help.

Youth are Janelle Lopez, Cecelia Reyes, Michael Huizar, Jasmine Gonzales, Andrea Bazan, Clarissa Rodriguez, Raven Vasquez, Michelle House, Jacqueline Huizar, Vanessa Gonzales, Phillip Barta, Domingo Gonzales, III, Devin Vasquez, Cassandra Reyes, and Stephen Mazur.

RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 202 members are ready to Stuff the Bus in their annual collection project.

Supplies and cash were collected on Saturday, July 23 at the Super S Grocery Store in Poteet.

Pictured are, from left to right, front, Sandy Vasquez, Mary Ann Barta, Christine Ventrcek, Regina House, and Valerie Barta. Back: Domingo Gonzales, Brenda Gonzales, Evan Barta, Jeff Barta, Melba Novosad, Lloyd House, Joe Huizar, Janie Huizar, and Bettie House.

Special Anniversary Wishes

Happy 60th Anniversary August 6, 2005 EC (Sonny) and Earleen Matis SPJST Members of Lodge 88, Houston

Hall Manager Bertrand reported that a special thank you goes to Oscar, Diane, and Brandon Korus and Glen and Wendy Pruski for hall repairs.

Under new business, a new sink needs to be put in before we begin cooking peanut brittle.

There was a motion by Roxanne Bertrand to table the discussion on a representative in the Peanut Festival.

This was seconded by Oscar Korus, and the motion carried.

There was a motion by Polly Bayer to have the Peanut Brittle booth during the Peanut Festival this year. It was seconded by Joshua Bayer, and the motion carried.

A motion was made by Polly Bayer for Wendy Pruski and Roxanne Bertrand to continue as co-chairs for the Peanut Festival again this year.

This was seconded by Joshua Bayer, and the motion carried.

The Fall District Seven Meeting will be held in Jourdanton at the Civic Center on September 18. Registration begins at 9:45 a.m. More info at the next meeting.

The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

Respectfully submitted, Connie Jo Popham-Purchis Secretary —SPJST—

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Lodge 130, Dallas sets camping weekend

Lodge 133 San Antonio meets August 21

Ready to go camping! We finally were able to get a group camp reserved. The weekend campout will be at Cleburne State Park on Friday, September 16 to Sunday, September 18. This is just a couple of months away so we will need to start planning it right away. Please save the date.

Hope everyone can make it!

Fraternally, John Vrla, President —SPJST—

The next meeting of Lodge 133, San Antonio will be Sunday, August 21 at 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio.

Please make plans to attend.

—SPJST—

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Activities

Lodge 156 Baytown ice cream social, meeting August 9

Lodge 179 Warrenton welcomes new members

Our next meeting will be August 9 at 7 p.m. at Jerry and JoAnn Vojacek’s home for our ice cream social. Please, everyone, attend.

Please note: Lodge meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612 Fraternally, JoAnn Vojacek —SPJST—

Lodge 179, Warrenton met on Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 7 p.m. at the Carmine Lions Club building.

President Orville W. Kunkel called the meeting to order. Vice President Lloyd Goehring led the group in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

President Kunkel introduced our guest, District One State Field Representative Bill Orsak.

Secretary Bea Vasek read the minutes of the previous meeting.

Treasurer Ora Lee Levien gave the treasurer’s report. Both reports were accepted as read.

FAC Joan Goehring read correspondence from the SPJST Home Office.

Lodge 179 approved a donation of $25 to the Gladys Yates Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Birthdays for the month of July are Sadie Bergmann (July 27), Elgene Eckermann (July 7), Brady Goehring

Lodge 202 members Evan and Mary Ann Barta, Jeff and Belenda Barta and Veronica Barta posed with the Reds, the softball girls teams that the lodge sponsored for the 2005 season.

These Lodge 202 members enjoyed watching the Reds.

Pictured are, from left to right, front, Belenda Barta, Bettie House, and Mary Ann Barta. Back: Jeff, Veronica, Travis, and Evan Barta.

SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton President Jeff Barta and Vice President Joe Huizar as they cooked hamburgers and hot dogs for the annual picnic at our June meeting. Fifty-two members and guests enjoyed the afternoon with swimming and games.

Lodge 239, Hondo Members Enjoy Fiesta Texas Tuesday, July 19, 2005 • Fiesta Texas in San Antonio A group of 32 Lodge 239, Hondo members enjoy a trip to Fiesta Texas with other District Seven members.

Tim and Tie Hendrichson and Joshua and Tereso Isaac Hernandez enjoying a train ride at Fiesta Texas.

Lodge 202 presented Everyday Hero pins to those busy volunteers at our July meeting. Front, left to right, Brenda Gonzales, Mary Ann Barta, Valerie Barta, and Christine Ventrcek.

Second row: Domingo Gonzales, Janie Huizar, Irma Leal, Regina House, and Bettie House. Back: Melba Novosad, Joe Huizar, Evan Barta, Jeff Barta, and Lloyd House.

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Lodge 239 President Tereso Hernandez poses with his two sons, Joshua and Teresito, at the wave pool.

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(July 10), Cody Goehring (July 9), Ray Goehring (July 10), Michael Mohr (July 16), and Virginia Thompson (July 11). Congratulations to all!

Sales Representative Ricky Weyand reported that we have three new lodge members. They are Roger W. Goerlitz, Callie D. Callahan, and Mason Callahan. We welcome them into our lodge.

District One State Field Representative Bill Orsak gave a report on the district’s sales. District One has reached its quota, but some of our sales representatives have not.

So keep selling. Anyone interested in life insurance, annuities, or IRAs, is asked to please contact Sales Representative Ricky Weyand at (979) 249-5679.

The meeting adjourned with hamburgers prepared by Mr. and Mrs. Baack and many side dishes and desserts prepared by other members.

Next Meeting—August 11 Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, August 11, at 7 p.m. at the Carmine Lions Club. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Goehring volunteered to bring fried chicken. Members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Don't forget to invite a fellow member or guest.

Fraternally yours, Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 182 Falls County to celebrate 10 years Lodge 182, Falls County will celebrate its 10th year anniversary on Saturday, August 13, 2005, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. at the Chilton Volunteer Fire Department. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m.

Everyone is invited. Please RSVP to (254) 803-2987 or (254) 749-5732.

—SPJST—

Lodge 251 Pearsall meets August 17 Lodge 251, Pearsall will meet Wednesday, August 17 at 7 p.m. at the Brush Country Steak House in Pearsall. All Lodge 251 members are invited to attend.

Fraternally, Elsa Martinez, President —SPJST—

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2005-2006 SPJST State King and Queen to be crowned Saturday The king and queen are

selected on the basis of the presentation of a prepared speech during which they are scored on content, delivery and overall poise. All of the individuals competing for the titles of SPJST State King and SPJST State Queen are winners in their own right, having been selected to represent their respective districts as king and queen candidates.

The first SPJST State Queen was selected in 1963 and an SPJST State King was added for the first time in 1966.

Today’s winning representatives receive scholarships and represent the SPJST at various statewide functions, parades and festivals and various city and community events. The following is a listing of past statewide king and queen winners: 1963 Queen Frances Miller District Three Lodge 66, Waco 1964 Queen Lillie Mae Melnar District Five Lodge 142, Houston

1965 Queen Susan Ilse District Six Lodge 30, Taiton

1970 Queen Patsy Kalina District Six Lodge 58, Hungerford

King Scott Eliff District Seven Lodge 117, Robstown

1966 Queen Frances Kudrna District Three Lodge 25, Ennis

King Theodore Dusek, Jr. District One Lodge 17, New Tabor

1975 Queen Jan Hajda District Two Lodge 20, Granger

King Randy Dodgen District Two Lodge 87, Temple

1971 Queen Pat Parma District Three Lodge 130, Dallas

King Stephen Parrish District Two Lodge 74, Lovelady

1967 Queen Bonnie Cox District Five Lodge 88, Houston

King Anton Kaluza District Three Lodge 6, Cottonwood

1976 Queen Charlotte Banik District Three Lodge 35, Elk

King Ernie Makovy District Three Lodge 6, Cottonwood

1972 Queen Connie Hrncir District Seven Lodge 117, Robstown

King Randy Flasowski District Two Lodge 74, Lovelady

1968 Queen Karen Matl District Two Lodge 87, Temple

King Marvin Patak District Three Lodge 135, Ennis

1977 Queen Donna Trcalek District One Lodge 17, New Tabor

King Robert Leshikar District Two Lodge 48, Beyersville

1973 Queen Cindy Horak District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

King Steven Stanislav District Three Lodge 66, Waco

1969 Queen Janice Haskovec District Three Lodge 25, Ennis

King Lin Lesak District Five Lodge 88, Houston

1978 Queen Tena Urbanek District Three Lodge 66, Waco

King Robert Urban District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

1974 Queen Jo Beth Hornung District Seven Lodge 117, Robstown

King Donnie Lueck District Two Lodge 177, Academy

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1979 Queen Kelly Cavanaugh District Two Lodge 20, Granger

1989 Queen Stephanie Roye District Six Lodge 30, Taiton

1997 Queen Elizabeth Wagner District Six Lodge 4, Hallettsville

King Terry Wayne Loessin District Two Lodge 20, Granger

King Bryan Becan District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

King J.J. Novak District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

1980 Queen Carol Skrabanek District Three Lodge 130, Dallas

1990 Queen Leslie Barnes District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

1998 Queen Jennifer Block District Four Lodge 160, San Angelo

King Eddie Banik District Three Lodge 35, Elk

King Jason Reese District Two Lodge 47, Seaton

King Jonathan Haag District Seven Lodge 185, New Braunfels

1981 Queen Kelly Korenek District Six Lodge 30, Taiton

1991 Queen Bridget Schwartz District Four Lodge 160, San Angelo

1999 Queen Colette Kenney District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

King Joe Prachyl District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

King Tommy Rieger District Two Lodge 29, Taylor

King Paxton Davies District Three Lodge 92, Fort Worth

1982 Queen Mandy Mikulencak District Two Lodge 20, Granger

1992 Queen Lindsey Michalak District Five Lodge 88, Houston

2000 Queen Megan Marcaurele District Six Lodge 30, Taiton

8:45 a.m.

King Darrin Banik District Three Lodge 35, Elk

King Paul Pflughaupt District Five Lodge 88, Houston

King Jarod Olds District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

Youth Leaders/SYAD Workers Meeting Craft Room

9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

Craft, Special Category, Talent, Royalty, Beseda, Scrapbook, Poster Registration

1983 Queen Shana Patterson District Two Lodge 47, Seaton

1993 Queen Valerie Roye District Six Lodge 30, Taiton

2001 Queen Jamie Lyn Novak District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

9:30 a.m.

Royalty Rehearsal

King John Buri District Five Lodge 142, Houston

King Nathan Block District Four Lodge 160, San Angelo

10:00 a.m.

King Donald Steinke District Three Lodge 35, Elk

Craft, Special Category, Talent, Royalty, Beseda, Scrapbook, Poster Registration Ends No late entries will be accepted.

1984 Queen Staci Engel District Seven Lodge 117, Robstown

1994 Queen Delia Wiederhold District One Lodge 13, Dime Box

2002 Queen Marchele Olds District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

10:00 a.m.

Special Category Competition Begins Dining Room

King Joe Landin District Seven Lodge 117, Robstown

King Jason Cervenka District Two Lodge 29, Taylor

King Jake Holland District Three Lodge 25, Ennis

1985 Queen Lisa Reznik District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

1995 Queen Brandi Dum District Six Lodge 97, Placedo

2003 Queen Alicia Ford District One Lodge 13, Dime Box

King Michael Marek District Six Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje

King C.J. Novak District Three Lodge 84, Dallas

King Dale Korth District One Lodge 13, Dime Box

1986 Queen Sheri Michka District Two Lodge 74, Lovelady

1996 Queen Karen Bender District Five Lodge 88, Houston

2004 Queen Jessica Schumann District One Lodge 13, Dime Box

King John See, III District One Lodge 9, Snook

King Justin Engelke District Three Lodge 66, Waco

King Joshua Siptak District Six Lodge 4, Hallettsville

SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Saturday, August 6, 2005 Frank W. Mayborn Center 3303 North Third Street in Temple Make plans to be in Temple on Saturday, August 6 for the 2005 SPJST State Youth Achievement Day at the Mayborn Convention Center. SPJST youth who received first place honors in their district competitions this summer will be competing at the state level in various competitions, including group

State YAD Schedule of Events (Please note that all times after registration at 10 a.m. are approximate.)

10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Snack Bar open 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Lunch available in Dining Room Pizza, salad, dessert, tea/lemonade ($3.50) 11:00 a.m.

1988 Queen Marcy Dorotik District Six Lodge 30, Taiton King Daryl Kortis District Two Lodge 47, Seaton

Opening Ceremonies Talent Competition

3:00 p.m.

Break Craft and Special Category Viewing Craft Room and Room No. 3 Silent Auction of Cakes (Food Entries) All proceeds will go to the SPJST Scholarship Fund and SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC).

1987 Queen Melissa Victorick District One Lodge 9, Snook

3:30 p.m.

King Michael Morris District Two Lodge 47, Seaton

and individual talent, nine craft categories, a special category, and youth club poster and scrapbook. Please refer to the schedule of events below.

Everyone is invited to come out and support the youth of SPJST. Special guest will be Miss Texas 2006 Morgan Matlock of Fort Worth.

—SPJST—

Royalty Competition Silent Auction Winners Announced Awards Ceremony

Miss Texas 2004, center, with 2004-2005 SPJST State Royalty Duke Mark Siptak, King Joshua Siptak, Queen Jessica Schumann, and Duchess Sara Sump.

Crowning of 2005-2006 State King and Queen SPJST Calendar Photographs

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2005-2006 SPJST State Royalty Candidates LUCAS SCHOPPE

KATHRYN SKRABANEK

DISTRICT ONE KING

DISTRICT ONE QUEEN

Lucas is a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor and the son of Curtis and Theresa Schoppe of Somerville. Lucas is a junior at Caldwell High School. He plans to attend a four-year university and major in music. Lucas says, “SPJST is a good organization for youth, and it provides many opportunities for everyone.” Lucas’s duke is Coy Cass, son of David and Mary Cass.

Kathryn is a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor and the daughter of Mark and Charlene Skrabanek of Caldwell. Kathryn is a senior at Caldwell High School. Her future plans are to attend Texas A&M. Kathryn’s goal for SPJST is to encourage young children to join.”

Kathryn’s duchess is Brittanie Gaas, daughter of Randy and Linda Gaas.

KYLE VANECEK

AMBER PECHAL

DISTRICT TWO KING

DISTRICT TWO QUEEN

Kyle is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and the son of Tim and Donna Vanecek of Taylor.

Kyle is a junior at Taylor High School. He plans to attend college after high school. Kyle’s goal for SPJST is to enroll more members.

Kyle says, “SPJST proves that we don’t have to settle for nothing less than the best and that if you put your mind to it, you can do it.” Kyle’s duke is his brother, Collin.

Amber is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and the daughter of David and Tammy Pechal of Seaton. Amber is a sophomore at Rogers High School. Her future plans are to attend Temple College and study dental hygiene. Her SPJST goal is to be a role model and help the younger generation have as much fun in the SPJST as she has had. Amber’s duchess is Brooke Hoelscher, daughter of Brian and Brenda Hoelscher.

NICHOLAS CULLITON

RACHEL HUNTER

DISTRICT THREE KING

DISTRICT THREE QUEEN

Nicholas is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington and the son of Tim Culliton of Arlington and the late Donna Culliton.

Nicholas is a senior at Summit High School. He plans to become a bio-medical engineer.

Nicholas says, “I would like to thank all of my family and friends and adult leaders in the SPJST who have made all of the past years enjoyable.” Nicholas’s duke is Tyler Rutt, son of Karl and Robin Rutt.

Rachel is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and the daughter of David and Jenna Hunter of Ennis. Rachel is a senior at Ennis High School.

She plans to attend Texas Tech University and study medicine. Her goal for SPJST is to inspire young children in the community to reach for their dreams. Rachel’s duchess is Amanda Jurik, daughter of Mitch and Linda Jurik.

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2005-2006 SPJST State Royalty Candidates SHELBY HIRT

JESSICA PIEDRA

DISTRICT FOUR QUEEN

DISTRICT FIVE QUEEN

Shelby is a member of Lodge 160, San Angelo and the daughter of Mitchell and Stacy Hirt of Wall. Shelby is a freshman at Wall High School. She plans to attend college after high school. Shelby says, “Being a part of SPJST has given me different perspectives in life and many opportunities. I look forward to many more in the future.” Shelby’s duchess is Kendra Schwartz, daughter of John and Joan Schwartz.

Jessica is a member of Lodge 196, HoustonWest and the daughter of June Piedra of Houston. Jessica is a junior at George Washington Carver Magnet High School for Applied Technology, Engineering and the Arts.

Her future plans are to double major in creative writing and illustration and one day, write a best-selling novel. Jessica’s duchess is Aryanna Saxton, daughter of John and Tammy Saxton.

TRAVIS KRPEC

ELIZABETH VAHALIK

DISTRICT SIX KING Travis is a member of Lodge 30, Taiton and the son of Raymond and Debbie Krpec of El Campo. Travis is a junior at El Campo High School. He plans to attend Texas A&M and major in sports journalism. Travis says that by being in SPJST, he hopes to become a better person by learning to communicate well with all sorts of people. Travis’s duke is Donovan Krpec, son of Brad and Joette Krpec.

PHILLIP BARTA

DISTRICT SIX QUEEN Elizabeth is a member of Lodge 4, Hallettsville and the daughter of Philip and Annie Vahalik and Victoria. Elizabeth is a junior at Memorial High School. She plans to double major in English and Psychology and minor in History in college. Elizabeth’s duchess is Sara Siptak, daughter of Joe and Susan Siptak.

VERONICA BARTA

DISTRICT SEVEN KING

DISTRICT SEVEN QUEEN

Phillip is a member of Lodge 202, Jourdanton and the son of Jeff and Belenda Barta of Pleasanton. Phillip is a senior at Pleasanton High School. He plans to attend Texas A&M. Phillip’s goal for SPJST is to become a leader and set an example for the upcoming youth within SPJST. Phillip’s duke is Devin Vasquez, son of Roderick and Sandy Vasquez.

Veronica is a member of Lodge 202, Jourdanton and the daughter of Jeff and Belenda Barta of Pleasanton. Veronica is a freshman at Pleasanton High School. Her future plans are to pursue a career in journalism and become a magazine or newspaper editor.

Veronica’s duchess is Vanessa Gonzales, the daughter of Domingo and Brenda Gonzales.

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Reunions Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space.

Thereafter, and until the week of the reunion date, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include SPJST lodge name/number and contact phone number. Thank you!

Poboril-SvobodaCabla families The 29th annual family reunion of the descendants of Barbara and Vaclav Poboril-Svoboda-Cabla will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2005, at the Seaton Community Center in Seaton, Texas.

Registration will begin at 10 a.m. with lunch served at 12 noon. Meat, drinks, bread, and dinnerware will be provided. Each family is asked to bring a dessert or vegetable dish, with serving utensils. Family members are also asked to bring an item that will be used for door prizes.

Hosts for the 2005 reunion are Chairman Ruth Keith of Arlington, Texas (817) 275-3072; Co-Chairman Norma and Gary Tucker of Rogers, Texas (254) 642-3387; and CoChairman Ann and Jack Thompson of Arlington, Texas (817) 276-0363.

—SPJST—

August 7 Dujka-Mogonye families—at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church,

Elgin, Texas. For information, please call Albert Haisler (361) 578-1647; or Linda Haisler Thomas (361) 643-2274 or (361) 946-9632/cell.

August 7 Descendants of John and Frances Dusek Shenkir—at the Seaton Community Center in Seaton, Texas.

For more information, call (254) 9852365.

August 21 Josef and Anastasia Dafiilek family—at the Moulton American Legion Hall, in Moulton, Texas. For information, contact Albert Sralla (713) 771-9723; or Georgia Henderson (361) 7713698/phone; or HCI Box 112, Louise, Texas 77455.

September 4 Pavelka family—at SPJST Lodge 35, Elk. For information, contact Tonette Atha (254) 8963004; or via email tatha@meyercompanies.com.

September 10 Descendants of Joe J. Sebek and Frances Koslovsky Sebek—at SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone, Flag Hall. For more information, call (254) 985-2361.

—SPJST—

In Memoriam Resolution of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, PEGGY BLAZEK BRINKMAN, who passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2005, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Sister Brinkman was 65 years old.

Sister Brinkman was born on March 5, 1940, in Caldwell, Texas, the daughter of Louis and Aileen Blazek. She retired from the Texas State Senate. She loved her family

with all her heart and considered family to be the most important part of life.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include daughters, Dawn Roberson and husband Larry of Elgin and Dara Stone and husband Harold of Austin; sister, Patsy Langham and husband Jamie of Caldwell; three grandsons; two stepgrandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Sister Brinkman were held on Thursday, June 23 in the Colonial Chapel of Cook-Walden Funeral Home.

Graveside services were held at Providence Baptist Church Cemetery in Caldwell.

Pallbearers who served were Jamie Langham, Larry Roberson, Harold Stone, Jr., David McMahan, Frank Murray Blazek, John Nathan Green, Barney Homeyer, and Johnie Perry.

Memorials may be made to the Providence Cemetery Association, 8732 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836.

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

Fraternally submitted, Resolution Committee Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. Stanley Mrnustik Susan Skrabanek —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy The Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 54, West, on behalf of the officers and members, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the surviving family of our departed lodge member, ANNA ROSE IVERSON, age 73 of Medaryville, Indiana, formerly of West, Texas, who passed away June 3, 2005, at 8:05 p.m. at Our Lady of Holy Cross in San Pierre, Indiana.

Visitation was held on Monday, June 6 from 4 to 8 p.m. at QuerryAlbricht Funeral Home in Francesville and on Tuesday afternoon at the church. Funeral services were held, Tuesday, June 7 at 1 p.m. at Medaryville Christian Church with clergy Don Nedza officiating. Burial was in the White Post Cemetery at Medaryville.

Mrs. Iverson was born on June 22, 1931, in West, Texas, to Emil and Bessie Rose (Simcik) Marek. On February 8, 1954, she married Douglas Iverson in West, Texas. She was a member of the Medaryville Christian Church and member of SPJST Lodge 54, West. Being a homemaker, janitor and seamstress, she enjoyed embroidery as well as house-plants and flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Douglas Iverson; daughter, Judy Coldiron; and sister, Bessie Hurbruck.

Survivors include daughters, Annette R. (Allan) Owens of Indiana

and Kathy (Doug) Ross of Kentucky; sons, Richard Iverson and David Iverson, both of Indiana, and Robert Iverson of North Carolina; brothers, Billy Marek and Marvin Marek, both of Austin, Texas; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to Medaryville Christian Church in Medaryville, Indiana 47957.

Querry-Albricht Funeral Home in Francesville was in charge of arrangements.

May she rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik Marcela Vaculik —SPJST—

Resolution of Sympathy The officers and members of SPJST Lodge 54, West wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed member, ADELLE LILLIE NEMEC, age 88, who passed away Friday morning, July 15, 2005, at Crestview Healthcare Center in Waco.

The family received visitors from 6 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 16 at the funeral home. A rosary was recited at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Adelle Nemec July 17 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption in West. Mass of Christian Burial was then celebrated at 2:15 p.m. Sunday also at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption, with the Reverend Melvin Dornak as celebrant. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Mrs. Nemec was born November 10, 1916, in Hill County, the daughter of August and Mary Frances Marek. She married Vinc Victor Nemec on August 6, 1945, in West.

He preceded her in death on December 8, 2004. She worked for Plantation Foods and West Community Hospital. She enjoyed gardening and was an excellent cook.

Adelle also loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Adelle was a member of SPJST Lodge 54, St. Anne’s Altar Society,

VĚSTNÍK and St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption.

Her parents; son, Jimmie Nemec; daughter-in-law, Stephanie Nemec; grandson, Brian Polansky; brothers, Albert Marek, George Marek, Jerry Marek; and infant brother, Walter Marek, all precede her in death.

Survivors include daughters, Shirley Polansky and husband Henry and Darlene Schier and Ray Brown, all of West; sisters, Irene Tenney of Ennis and Pauline Helona of West; grandchildren, Ryan Nemec, Dustin Nemec, Mark Polansky and wife Landrah, Shelly Nors and husband Chris, Darrell Bartosh and wife Nora, and Jennifer Schier; great-grandchildren, Skyler Polansky, Hannah Bartosh, Kendall Bartosh, and Luis Ramirez; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Pallbearers were Mark Polansky, Darrell Bartosh, Chris Nors, Steve Marek, and Larry Haskovec.

Memorials may be made to the West Ambulance Association.

Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements.

Resolution Committee Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik Marcela Vaculik —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy On behalf of SPJST Lodge 54, West officers and members, the Resolution Committee wishes to express our sincerest sympathy to the family, relatives, and friends of our departed lodge member, PATRICK WAYNE ZAHIRNIAK, age 47, of Crowley, formerly of West, who passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2005, at Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth.

A rosary and funeral service was held at 6:30 p.m. on Patrick Zahirniak Thursday, July 14 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Burleson.

Visitation was held 5:30 p.m. until service time at the church. A rosary was recited at 11 a.m., Friday, July 15 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption by Reverend Ed Karasek

Wednesday, August 3, 2005 followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:15 a.m. with the Reverend John Hennesey and Reverend Ed Karasek as celebrants. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery near West.

Patrick was born on April 8, 1958, in Waco, to Ernest “Shorty” and Mona (Gerik) Zahirniak. He attended St. Mary’s School and graduated from West High School in 1976. He then went on to Baylor University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing Management in 1980. On July 30, 1983, he married the love of his life, Melissa Urbanovsky in West. His life revolved around his four daughters and their avid soccer activities.

Patrick was their “number one” fan.

He was a member of SPJST Lodge 54, West; K.J.T. No. 31 in West; and Knights of Columbus No. 2813 in Fort Worth. He was also a very active member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of Burleson where he was a Hospital Ministry Eucharistic Minister.

He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Eugene 'Urby' Urbanovsky; and brother-in-law, Jeff Parnell.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 21 years, Melissa (Urbanovsky) Zahirniak; daughters, Kristal, Anna, Brittany, and Courtney Zahirniak, all of Crowley; parents, Ernest “Shorty” and Mona Zahirniak of West; sisters, Shirley Vrba and Jackie Sinkule and husband Mark, all of West, Darlene Beshear of Georgia, Laurie Boyett and husband Jimmy, and Paula “PK” Scott and husband Don, all of Robinson; brothers, Ernest Zahirniak, Jr. of West and James “Buck” Zahirniak of Waco; motherin-law, Lillian Urbanovsky of West; brothers and sisters-in-law, Tina and Raymond Kolar of West, Melody and Rick Wilde of Houston, Cheryl and Russell Schumacher of Fort Worth, Becky Parnell, Jackie and Steve Kring of Crowley, Sheila Ward of Granbury, Mike Urbanovsky of Weatherford and Douglas Urbanovsky of White Settlement; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Pat’s nephews, Matthew Scott, Mark Sinkule, Jr., Zeb Sinkule, Ryne (Bubba) Zahirniak, Joey Kolar, Ray Kolar, Jason Schumacher, Mike Schumacher, Randall Schumacher, Ryan Urbanovsky, Dusty Urbanovsky, Brandon Urbanovsky, Brice Beshear, Britt Beshear, and Corey Halterman.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may

be made to St. Mary’s Parish Center of West; or St. Ann’s Catholic Church Building Fund.

Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements.

May he rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik Marcela Vaculik —SPJST—

Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed sister, STELLA (BERGER) PAVLICEK, of Tours who died Sunday June 26, 2005, at the age of 72.

Rosary was recited at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, June 28 at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Wednesday, June 29 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church of Tours with Monsignor Isidore Rozycki as celebrant. Burial took place at St. Martin’s Cemetery.

Sister Stella was born in Tours, the daughter of Tony and Rosa (Filer) Berger. She attended schools in Tours and West. She married Joseph Pavlicek on August 6, 1951, in Tours.

Stella was a homemaker and took care of infant babies at Tours Day Care for 18 years. She was a lifelong member of St. Martin’s Catholic Church, was active in St. Elizabeth’s Altar Society, served on parish council, and was a Eucharistic minister.

Sister Stella became a Lodge 66, Waco member in June, 1972.

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Preceding her in death were her parents; son Gregory; and brother Wilfred Berger.

Survivors include her beloved husband of 54 years, Joseph Pavlicek; daughter Sherrie Herbelin and husband Jeff Lorena; sister Doris Bennett and husband Bill of Leroy; sister-in-law Dorothy Berger of Tours; grandchildren Laura Pavlicek, Hunter Herbelin, and Braedon Herbelin; and many other relatives.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee, Bonnie Pruitt Dorothy Veselka Darlene Engelke —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 133, San Antonio do express our sincere sympathy to the family of LILA HOSEK who passed away July 20, 2005, at the age of 74.

Mrs. Hosek was preceded in death by her son, Michael Hosek, and her grandson, Jason Hosek.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, August Hosek; son, Allen Hosek; granddaughter, Melissa Runty and husband Travis, Kimberly Foley and husband Chris, and Mandy Pruitt and husband David; and five great-grandchildren.

She was buried Friday, July 22 at the San Jose Burian Park.

Please remember Lila in your prayers.

Sincerely, Jarolyn Popp Vicki Reese Michelle Popp —SPJST—

Collecting Shoes at State YAD Here’s an easy way to make a great difference in a child’s life and commemorate the memory of a lost soldier.

Thanks to District Five Youth Counselor Barbara LinneyGonzales for sharing the following information.

Before Gayle McDermott’s son Wesley was killed in Iraq, he talked about the Iraqi children often and how they touched his heart.

But the one thing that bothered him most was the children had to use newspapers for shoes. Wesley’s birthday will be August 16, and in his memory, col-

lected shoes will be shipped to his unit for the children in Iraq. Everyone is encouraged to donate new or slightly used children’s shoes to the Iraqi children. All sizes—boys and girls—will be appreciated. The shoes will be shipped to Iraq by Jarvis International, a Houston company.

Barbara will collect the shoes at State YAD on August 6 at the Mayborn Center in Temple. She and other District Five members will take them back to Houston.

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Youth Letters Section

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The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447 Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions?

Call (800) 727-7578

Lodge 9, Snook youth enjoys YAD

Lodge 18, Elgin youth meet

Dear Readers, This past Sunday, July 24, 2005, we had District One YAD, and I had fun.

I am looking forward to our swim party on July 31 at the Caldwell Pool.

Also, I would like to say thanks to Mr. Ronnie for being our leader in my group and for the picture he sent me.

Good luck to all you members who will be going to State YAD. Landon Eldridge —SPJST—

Lodge 18, Youth Club was not able to hold a regular meeting on July 19. Youth Leader Staci Depine had an emergency at the last moment.

There were seven members, one adult, and one adult visitor present.

The children present worked on the July Věstník project - Germ Safety.

Everyone was reminded of YAD in Taylor on July 24.

Fraternally, Ashley Guerrero, 10 —SPJST—

Orel Goes to SPJST Camp!

District Three Youth Counselor Bessie Petr (not shown) introduces Orel, the SPJST mascot to the District Three Campers.

Pictured with Orel are District Three Director Johnnie Krizan and District Three Assistant Youth Counselor Lynda Novak.

District Three campers greet Orel on July 22 at Camp Val Verde in McGregor. Orel surprised the campers and chaperones with his visit at camp. The camp’s theme was “Soaring to New Heights.”

Lodge 20, Granger youth expresses thanks to DYCs, Lodge 29 Dear Readers, Thanks to everyone who made District Two YAD a success. I would like to give a very special thank you to our DYC Patsy and Assistants Janet, and Carol. This would not have been possible without the time and effort that these three wonderful ladies put forth. I would also like to thank Lodge 29, Taylor for graciously sponsoring this wonderful event.

It was loads of fun. This was certainly a wonderful experience for all the

youth.

Good luck to all who are going to state. Hope to see everyone at State YAD! Sincerely, Mary Tischler, 14 —SPJST—

Lodge 24, Cyclone youth participates in first camp, first YAD Dear Readers, I just returned from my first District Two camp. I had a lot of fun, even though it rained everyday. We

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club participates in Czech Youth Day Saturday, June 25, 2005 • TCHCC in La Grange Photos by Nicholas Havemann, Youth Club Photographer

Our Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club made the drive over to La Grange to perform the Czech beseda dance at the Second Annual Czech Youth Day in La Grange, Texas, at the Texas Czech Heritage and Culture Center. We enjoyed hamburgers, and we even got to

make and eat homemade ice cream.

They were giving hayrides and had many different demonstrations during the day.

Fraternally yours, Colby Havemann Activities Reporter —SPJST—

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took a special trip to the Mayborn Discovery Center at Baylor University, and I really liked the rock exhibit. The food at camp was very good. My favorite thing to do at camp was swimming and raiding cabins. I made some new friends, and I met a horse named Checkers.

This past Sunday, I competed in my first District Two YAD. I entered a cake, crafts, group talent, and I was a duchess for Angela Garcia. I had fun watching the talent contest, and I loved dressing up for the royalty contest.

Madison Malcik —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis youth participates in Sokol Slet Dear Readers, I have had a very fun summer. At the beginning of the summer, I participated in the Sokol Slet in Houston. I came in fifth place in level two. I was very excited.

I also enjoyed participating in District Three YAD this year at Lodge 84 in Dallas. I played the Kings March on the piano for my talent. I participated in a junior group talent to the song of “Too Old to Cut the Mustard”, and that was so much fun. I won first place for handicraft.

Also, Rachel Hunter won District Three Queen, and I am her duchess.

I can hardly wait for State YAD! All of Lodge 25 worked very hard for District YAD this year, and they all did very well.

Besides these activities, I have been very busy reading, swimming, and playing with my friends. I have also spent a lot of my summer watching my brother play baseball!

Summer is passing very fast, but it has been very exciting.

Fraternally, Amanda Jurik, 8 —SPJST—

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Lodge 25, Ennis youth busy with baseball, summer activities Dear Readers, Nazdar and hello!

I have had a very adventurous summer, and baseball has been my life!

First of all, before school was out, I participated in a baseball league for St. John School. The league was called DPL, and we played other parishes around the Dallas area. This was the first time my school participated in something like this, and we came in second place! We got to play the championship game in the Dr. Pepper Stadium behind the Texas

SPJST Cross Training (August Vestnik Project) - Firearms Safety This project earns a maximum 40 points in th SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail Completed project no later than September 10, 2005 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

Name__________________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________

Be Safe When It Comes to Firearms Keeping our children safe from gun violence is the top priority for all Americans. Recent school shootings and ongoing street violence prove that we cannot always protect them from gun violence in the community and at school. However, we can take steps to make sure they are safe from gun-related incidents.

Owning a gun is a right — but not for everyone. Certain categories of people are not allowed to buy or own a gun. This includes people under a certain age. The laws on gun ownership are governed by State and Federal law and they vary widely. While Americans have the right to own guns, they have the responsibility to store those guns safely and out of children's reach. Approximately 35 to 40 percent of households own at least one gun; 74 percent own two or more. It has been estimated that 30 percent of all handguns are stored unlocked and loaded in the owner’s home or vehicle, and more than half of all guns are stored unlocked. That’s when things can get dangerous. More often than not, a young person handles a gun out of curiosity -- and then it accidentally goes off. It is crucial that children know what to do if they find a gun: • • • •

What do you do if you and your friends find a gun? What if you are by yourself? If you find a gun, do not touch it. Notify an adult, who can confiscate the firearm and then turn it over to the police.

Getting an adult may be as simple as calling out to a passerby, it may mean using a cell phone to call the police, or it may mean staying with the gun while a friend goes to get help. If you are alone, you may have to leave the gun where it is and go get help yourself. If there are younger children in the area, you should tell them that you have an emergency and send them to get an adult while you stay with the gun.

What if you see someone showing off a gun to their friends, or if you see the gun in somebody's locker or in somebody’s backpack? It is illegal for any student to bring a gun to school, and it puts you and everybody else needlessly in danger, regardless of whether the student intends to use the gun or not. Loaded guns can and do accidentally discharge. The risk is much greater when the gun is jostling around in a backpack, where the safety can easily be dislodged and the trigger pulled by items being yanked in and out of the bag all day long.

The rule to follow here is easy: Tell a trusted adult! There is no exception to this rule.

Sources: kidshealth.org; adcouncil.com; agsfoundation.com This SPJST Cross Training project is not intended as a complete course in gun safety and is not a substitute for formal, qualified instruction in the handling, use, or storage of firearms. The guidelines herein should be considered options to minimize the chance of an accident occurring in the home or school.

Stop.

Don’t touch.

Get away.

Tell a trusted adult right away.

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Gun owners can help prevent tragic injuries and deaths by safely storing the gun in a secure place and locking the weapon itself.

Fill in the blank in each question to make the answer true.

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The laws on gun ownership are governed by _________________________ and _________________________ law and they vary greatly.

Be Prepared As you read through these scenarios, think about what you would do in each of the situations. It may seem silly, but mentally preparing yourself ahead of time is the best way to make sure you don’t make a foolish decision under pressure.

2. Approximately _______ to _______ percent of households own at least one gun.

3. It has been estimated that _______ percent of all handguns are stored unlocked and loaded in the owner’s home or vehicle.

4. If you should find a gun follow these four steps: 1. Stop. 2. Don’t touch. 3. Get Image: Science Education Research Page (SERP)

away. 4. _________________________________________________________

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Rangers field. This was such an honor. I played the position of pitcher. I also played this summer for the Ennis Little League. I played the positions of pitcher and shortstop.

We won City Championship! I also won the All Star title.

This week, we played in the district games. We did pretty well, but we lost last night. That was okay because now I get to go to District Three Camp this weekend. I also won the District Eight Freshman All Tournament Player last night, which was only handed out to 12 players in the whole district! I was so honored.

Besides baseball, I worked a lot on my projects for YAD this summer. I won first place for a knife rack that I made out of wood so I will be going to state. I will also be cheering on Rachel Hunter for State Queen. My sister is her duchess, and I think it would be neat for them to win state.

Jake Holland won State King three years ago, and I was his Duke. It was a great experience for me that I will never forget.

I will close for now because I have

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Welcomes New Youth Club Member

RYAN KERBY Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club welcomes Ryan Kerby, age 11. His family includes his mother Deidre and his two brothers, Colin and Isaiah. Ryan is in the sixth grade at Lake Belton Middle School.

Ryan enjoys reading, Dragon Ball Z, and soccer (last season, his team was the CAYSA regional runner-up). Ryan’s school activities include GT and band, where he will play the bassoon this year. He attends and participates in the youth program at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bell County.

—SPJST—

VĚSTNÍK to go pack for camp. I can hardly wait to see some of my old friends and try out that challenge course!

Fraternally, Michael Jurik, 11 —SPJST—

2003 - 2004 SPJST State Royalty Attending the District One YAD are former State King Dale Korth, former State Queen Alicia Ford, and former State Duke William Jatzlau, all of Lodge 13, Dime Box. Alicia attends Texas A&M University and Dale will attend Texas State University.

Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje Youth Club meets August 14 Our meeting was called to order

by President Ashley Sczech. Cory Cerny led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were three members and two adults.

Our youth leader handed out and discussed our youth club handbook.

She also announced that Craig and Ashley will be attending State YAD to represent our youth club. State YAD will be held in Temple on August 6.

The meeting was adjourned at 1:50 p.m.

After the meeting, we enjoyed making hot air balloons to go with the youth year theme “Soaring to New Heights.”

Our next meeting will be held at the Hillje hall on August 14, 2005

at 1:15 p.m. We hope to see you there!

Fraternally, Nicole Laitkep Ashley Sczech —SPJST—

District One Youth Achievement Day Sunday, July 24, 2005 • Caldwell Civic Center

LEFT PHOTO: 2004-2005 District One Queen and State Queen Jessica Schumann, right, and Duchess Sara Sump prepare to crown the District One Queen and Duchess. CENTER PHOTO: Six beseda circles—three from Lodge 9, Snook and three from Lodge 17, New Tabor—danced during the opening ceremonies.

RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are, from left to right, Supreme Lodge Chairman/District One Director Donnie Victorick, Mindy Suehs, and District One Assistant Youth Counselors Holly Narro and Ann Schoeneman.

LEFT PHOTO: District One Youth Counselor Susan Skrabanek, center, and District One Assistant Youth Counselor Holly Narro instruct the royalty contestants prior to the competition. The competition featured 10 king contestants and five queen contestants. CENTER PHOTO: King contestants make last-minute preparations for the contest. RIGHT PHOTO: Queen contestants march to the line-up area.

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Lodge 47, Seaton youth enjoys District Two camp Dear Readers, We went to Camp Val Verde. I had a great time. I enjoyed all of the food and fun. We got to go to Waco and visit the Discovery Center.

Fraternally, Brooke Hoelscher —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth ready for camp ‘06 Dear Readers, I got to go to camp at Val Verde in July. We really had a great time. I enjoyed everything about camp. My favorite thing was swimming and archery. We got to do arts and crafts.

I can’t wait until next year.

Fraternally, Brandon Hoelscher —SPJST—

Lodge 47 Seaton youth congratulates YAD winners Dear Vestnik Readers, I had such a good time at District Two YAD in Taylor. There were a lot of good entries. I would like to congratulate all the winners who are going to State YAD at the Mayborn Center in Temple.

Sincerely, Neil Rabroker —SPJST—

Next Meeting—August 14 Our next meeting will be on Sunday, August 14.

Sincerely, Travis Purchis, 13 —SPJST—

District Two YAD Sunday, July 24, 2005 • Lodge 29, Taylor Lodge 29, Taylor President Ronnie Rieger welcomes everyone to the District Two Youth Achievement Day. Looking on are District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky and 2004-2005 District Two King Andy Baker.

Lodge 47, Seaton youth likes camp food Bringing in the flags are District Two Flag Bearers Ashley Yeager, left, of Lodge 80, Holland and Crystal Morris of Lodge 47, Seaton.

Dear Readers, Our youth group went to Camp Val Verde in July. We had a great time—even though it rained for three days. I really enjoyed archery and raiding the cabins with all my friends.

I also enjoyed the food very much.

Fraternally, Brady Alexander —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth places first at District Two YAD Lodge 107 Floresville youth Dear Readers, We had our District Two YAD on celebrates July 24, 2005. We had a great time.

The hamburgers were good. The best birthday thing that I enjoyed was placing first in the pictorial arts category.

Fraternally, Brady Alexander —SPJST—

Henke. We had fun and played games. We also had birthday cupcakes.

We are going to camp the weekend of July 29 to August 1. We are going to Echo Hills.

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Dear Members, We had our meeting on my birthday, Sunday, July 24. We had a new member come to the meeting, Ryan

2004-2005 District Two King Andy Baker of Lodge 89, Rosebud and Duke Matthew Hoelscher of Lodge 47, Seaton are introduced to the audience.

Lodge 154 Members Attend Camp Lodge 154, Fort Worth members attended District Three Camp on July 22 to 25 at Camp Val Verde in McGregor.

Pictured are, front, from left to right, Sophie Milan, Sydney Milan, and Talia Milan (kneeling).

Second row: Nate Gage, Luke Gage, Brianna Carmin, Emily Humphreys, Klair Stoeppleman, and Alyssa Carmin.

Third row: Lesli Milan, Mary Steinman, Appa Hargiss, Brandi Mason, and Brenda Carmin. Top row: Jarrod Pitts, Ken Humphreys, Paris Milan, Rome Milan, Preston Hund, Sheri Humphreys, and J.W. Whartell.

This year’s District Two Royalty competition featured three king candidates and seven queen candidates.

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Laureáti Ceny Gratias Agit Jerry L. Elzner, USA Krajanský aktivista, propagátor českého kulturního dědictví Narodil se 14. července 1925 v rodině farmáře, který do Texasu přišel v roce 1904 z jižní Moravy.

Jeho rodiče nikdy nemluvili anglicky a svého syna vychovali k lásce k české kultuře. Po ukončení střední školy vedl J. Elzner rodinnou farmu a od roku 1946 sloužil dvacet let v Americké armádě. Za svou službu v Jižní Koreji byl oceněn Bronzovou hvězdou i jinými medailemi. Během svého působení v Německu (1946 1948, 1964 - 1966) měl několik možností navštívit tehdejší Československo.

August 12 Fourth Annual San Antonio Gala— at the St. Luke’s Catholic Church Family Parish Hall, San Antonio located at Manitou at Callaghan/Interstate 410 from 6 to 11 p.m. Music, dancing, food, prize drawing, silent auction. Early table reservations will be given preferred seating. For information, contact TCHCC, (979) 968-9399; via fax (979) 968-9249; toll free (888) 7854500; via email czechcvtv.net; or visit the website www.czechtexas.org. Event benefits the TCHCC, La Grange.

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J e r r y Elzner má silný vztah k českému dědictví a je j e h o nadšeným propagátorem v Texasu i v jiných státech Jerry L. Elzner USA. Patří mezi přední aktivisty a členy řady krajanských organizací Sokol, SPJST (Slovanská podporující jednota státu Texas), KJT (Katolická jednota Texasu), Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, Texans of Czech Ancestry, Texas Czech Genealogical Society, Czech Cultural Center Houston, a Czech Education Foundation of Texas. Prezentaci naší země se věnuje neúnavně a nezištně.

Pomáha organizovat návštěvy

August 27 Czech Cultural Center Houston 11th Anniversary Charity Fund Raising Gala/Dinner - Celebrating the Star—at the CCCHouston.

Silent auction/reception held in the Brno Gallery; music, dinner, dancing, and awards held in Prague Hall. For information, please call (713) 5282060; or email czech@czechcenter.org.

You may also visit www.czechcenter.org.

October 9 Heritage Festival 2005 at the State Fair of Texas, Dallas—at the African American Museum, 10:30 a.m. with coffee and kolache. Opening ceremonies, 11 a.m. Czech Concert Orchestra; singers and dancers from around the world; food; and fun. For info, call Bertha Podhrasky (214) 374-1537; or Ida Schulz (214) 3213300. Event presented in conjunction with the Texas Cultural Partnership.

—SPJST—

BROTHERHOOD

Část

Ufiedni orgán SPJST ★ Založené rok 1897

Czech Cultural Calendar Last Wednesday of August, September, October Czech films—shown at the Czech Heritage Society Library, 4117 Willowbend, Houston on the last Wednesday night of the month.

Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the films! If you have any questions, call the CHS Library (713) 349-0500; or (866) 293-22443.

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českých kulturních, společenských a politických delegací v Texasu.

Každým rokem díky jeho iniciativě stovky texaských starostů vyhlašují říjen “Měsícem českého dědictví” ve své komunitě. V texaských školách a klubech nabízí J. Elzner přednášky o České republice. V rámci svého působení v Sokolu a SPJST je zapojen do charitativní činnosti: mj. uspořádal sbírky na pomoc obětem povodní v České republice. Během každoroční multikulturní mše v katedrále v Corpus Christi reprezentuje českou komunitu a zajišťuje pro tuto příležitost finanční prostředky.

Jerry Elzner je nositelem řady ocenění. Za své dobročinné aktivity obdržel v r. 1998 Jeffersonovu cenu, bratrskými pojišťovnami SPJST a KJT byl vyhlášen “fraternalistou roku”, dále např. “velvyslancem dobré vůle Tennessee”, je nositelem hodností “Admiral in Texas Navy” a “Kentucky Colonel”. V listopadu 2003 byl spolkem Czech Heritage Society of Texas vyznamenán za práci pro česko-americkou komunitu Cenou za celoživotní zásluhy.

—SPJST—

Letní schÛze CEFT byla pracovní Jan Vaculík Pravidelná čtvrtletní schůze České vzdělávací nadace státu Texasu se konala v arealu Texaské A and M university v Kuldusově budově dne 9. července 2005 za poměrně hojné účasti ředitelů.

President Sboru ředitelů Clinton Machann přivítal všechny přítomné ředitele a uctili jsme památku zemřelých Raymonda J. Holáska, který se k nám nedávno připojil a byl štědrým dárcem na práci naší nadace, a Roberta L. Škrabánka, který vykon-

3.srpen 2005 al kus poctivé práce pro naše krajany v Texasu.

Raymond J. Holásek zemřel ve věku 78 let dne 24. červena 2005 v nemocnici ve Wacu, Tx. Vojenské obřady se konaly na hřbitově ve Wacu, Tx. za účasti veteránů klubu číslo 4819 a Johna Hurtícka.

Raymond byl narozen 20. května 1927 ve Westu, Tx. jako syn Josefa F. a Mayme (Vávra) Holáskových.

Vyšel školy ve Westu, sloužil na vojně od roku 1944 do roku 1946 v Texasu, Californii a v Korei. V roce 1947 se oženil s Wencie Jenkinsonovou vystudoval geologii a matematiku na Texaské universitě v Austinu, Tx. a pracoval po 35 let u Marathon naftové společnosti.

Odešel do pense v roce 1986, aby choval dlouhorohý dobytek. Byl členem mnohých spolků, mimo jiné byl nedávným ředitelem České vzdělávací nadace státu Texasu, členem SPJST řádu 54., nově zvoleným pokladníkem Společnosti českého dědictvi pro McLennan a Hill okresy.

Ray byl synem dlouholetého starosty města Westu a vysloužilého ředitele CEFT Joe Holáska, který se přičinil o rozkvět města.

Robert L. Škrabánek se narodil 18 listopadu 1918 a zemřel 5. července 2005 ve věku 86 let. Pohřební obřady se konaly v pohřebním ústavě v College Station, Tx. Robert byl narozen ve Snooku, Tx., nabyl universitního vzdělání v College Station, Tx. a promoval na doktora sociologie z Louisiánské university. Dosáhl velkých úspěchů na katedře sociologie a antropologie. Byl poradcem v Ekvadoru, Columbii a v Dominikánské republice. Napsal přes 200 článků a známou knihu We’re Czechs v roce 1988.

Oba se zasloužili o dobrou pověst krajanů ve státě a ve světě.

V dalším jednání jsme zvolili zástupce Rolnického vzájemně ochranného spolku C.W. Černoška z Westu,

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Tx. jako ředitele naší nadace.

Jednotliví úředníci podali zprávy o činnosti, které byly přijaty s uspokojením. Pokladník Tony Pustějovský rád přijme každou částku na sbírku na založení katedry české hudby a kultury na Severotexaské universitě v Dentonu, Tx., aby katedra byla plně zaplacena. Zůstává několik desítek tisíc dolarů a každá částka bude oceněna.

Vyplňte šely na CEFT/UNT Fund a pošlete na adresu: Tony Pustějovský, P.O. Box 744313, Dallas, Tx. 75374-4313.

Příspěvky ve výši nad 500 dolarů zajistí dárci místo na plaketě na čestném místě v Murchinsonově koncertní síni. Jejich jméno bude na věčnost vyryto na kovových plaketách.

President nadace Marvin Marek shrnul dosavadní výsledky sbírky a je nutno napnout síly k tomu, abychom tuto sbírku zdárně dokonkčili.

President Sboru ředitelů Clinton Mahann oznámil, že se zúčastnil konference v Galvestonu, Tx. a organisace, “Gateway on the Gulf” sbírá informace o přistěhovalcích od roku 1845 až do roku 1915 a to je období, kdy většina předků naších krajanů přijela do Texasu.

Připomenul, že Petr Sís, malíř a ilustrátor, má výstavu v Bushově knihovně v areálu university. Rovněž Lori Najvarová nabídla naší nadaci spolupráci a ráda by natočila film o naší nadaci a pomohla s propagací naší nadace ve světě.

Nadační poradní výbor se setkal s přestaviteli university a mluvili o plánech další spolupráce.

Příští schůze se bude konat 22 října 2005 v domě Clarice a Raye Snokhousových ve Westu, Tx. v obvyklou dopolední dobu.

Tato schůze nadace byla více pracovní než obvykle, protože je nutno uspořádat plakety se jmény dárců příspěvků a dokončit naši sbírku na úplné doplnění částky. Obě tyto práce jsou velmi důležité, avšak nejvíce bude oceněna dobrosrdečnost krajanů, kteří přispěji finanční částkou jakékoliv velikosti na výše uvedenou adresu našeho pokladníka.

Chceme, aby se i tato akce podařila a aby naše nadace přispěla pěkným úspěchem k založení katedry české hudby a kultury na Severotexaské universitě v Dentonu, Tx. —SPJST—

Exploring Anything Czech

★★★★★

By Hana Konecna

Dear Vestnik Readers, My name is Hana Konecna. I was born in the Czech Republic, Czechoslovakia then, in 1976. My parents are teachers (my mother still teaches the Czech language and history), which might be the reason I have been brought up to cherish my country’s traditions. By the way, I am a teacher myself now.

Moreover, our family got my ancestral home when I was born, and since then, they did not modernize a thing there. Therefore, I had the opportunity to lead two lives: in the “cottage” with wooden floors and white beam ceilings, a tiled stove so hot and calming, flowers everywhere, dried arranged between window frames in winter time; and my “town”—cultural life in Olomouc, a nice place in the center of Moravia.

What a balance!

I am an adult, unfortunately, today and guess what – I and my husband settled right in the village, to be exact, “next door,” where my ancestral home still stands. I simply could not feel happier anywhere in

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the world. I have been to many European countries, in America also, but nothing can be done with my strong emotional bond. Which leads my recollections back to Texas, where we met so many Czech heritage-enthusiastic people.

It is extraordinary how mightily the ethnic influence is still evident in Texas these days.

And, the reason I write this letter?

I would like to encourage anybody interested in the Czech Republic, the country in the heart of Europe—its’ life and traditions—to write his or her inquiry to my email address and then read the response in the Vestnik.

I look forward to hearing from you soon! My two email addresses are: hkonecna@atlas.cz hkonecna2492@students.mclennan.edu Next time, I would like to report on an event held from July 4 to 6 this year in Roznov pod Radhostem (Wallachian area) open-air folk museum.

—SPJST—

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SPJST to sponsor Kolache Eating Contest at Kolache Festival in Caldwell Come be Czech for a day at the 21st Annual Kolache Festival on Saturday, September 10, 2005!

Enter the Kolache Eating Contest at 11:30 a.m. in front of the South Stage (corner of Buck and Echols).

This year’s contest is sponsored by the SPJST Home Office.

The 2005 Kolache Festival will be host to the Fourteenth Annual Texas Kolache Eating State Championship Contest. The event will be held in conjunction with all the festivities in the Kolache Capital of Texas on September 11, 2004. The Eating Contest is an E.E.O.K. (Equal Eating of Kolaches) and cash prizes will be given to the men and women’s individual champion, the youth (boys and girls under 12) individual champions, and each member of the Championship Team Eating Division.

The competition will be judged, timed and “Czeched” by officials of the event and the format will be: 1. Men’s individual competitors will be timed on eating eight award-winning kolaches; women will be timed on eating four kolaches, and the youth (boys and girls, ages 12 and under) eating four kolaches.

2. Adult team competitors will have three-member teams (men and/or women). Each member must eat all eight kolaches that are placed in front of him or her. The team that eats all 24 kolaches in the fastest time will be declared the winner.

At the conclusion of the contest, the winners of each division will be declared the Kolache Eating Champions of Texas and awarded cash prizes, compliments of Slovacek Sausage Co. Kolaches will be provided by the Kolache Festival.

Entry fees for the Texas Championship are $5 for women and youth (girls and boys, ages 12 and under), $10 for men, and $25 for each team entered. If you or your organization would like to participate in the individual or team competition, please

Popelka

visit burlesoncountytx.com and click on Kolache Festival for an entry form.

The team pre-registration deadline is noon on Friday, September 9 at the Chamber office. Mail early individual registration to Kolache Festival, c/o Chamber of Commerce, PO Drawer 87, Caldwell, Texas 77836.

On-site individual registration begins at 10 a.m. near South Stage, corner of Echols and Buck, and continues until the contest starts at 11:30 a.m.

For additional information contact the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce, 212A W Buck Street, PO Box 87, Caldwell, Texas 77836 or call (979)567-0000 or fax (979) 5678018.

The email address is info@burlesoncountytx.com.

—SPJST—

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Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs” For membership: Sylvia Laznovsky (972) 878-3091

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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here.

These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is one week prior to the publication date of issue.

Send your updates to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX listings to: (254) 774-7447. Email listings to: melaniez@vvm.com.

Advertising rates are $3 per column inch for lodge ads and $10 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m.

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are held the first Monday of each month at L.E. David’s gameroom, 1180 Berend Road, Pilot Point, Texas. For information, call Jack and Dean Carender (903) 5647359; or Bill and Angie Heitzman (940) 4375561.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, August 5—Social and games, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 6—Sykora and Pavelka Reunion Sunday, August 7—Peterson family reunion Sunday, August 7—Lodge meeting, 5 p.m.

Saturday, August 13—Hykel family reunion Friday, August 19—Social and games, 6:30 p.m.

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 second Sunday of the month, 6 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. Refreshments served after meeting. 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 Sunday, August 14—Central Texas Sounds, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $6 Sunday, August 21—Vrazels, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $6 Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway. 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) 281-3711.

Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility.

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 Friday, August 12—Private: Rosebud REA annual meeting 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 6—Dining room rental Sunday, August 7—Dining room rental Thursday, August 11—Lodge meeting Saturday, August 13—Open Saturday, August 20—Rental/wedding Saturday, August 27—Rental Saturday, September 3—Rental Thursday, September 8—Lodge meeting Saturday, September 10—Open Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 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 5—Fritz Hodde Friday, August 12—Rising Stars Friday, August 19—The Lawmen Friday, August 26—Just Country

LODGE 35, ELK Sunday, September 4—Pavelka Reunion: music by Cherokee Rose Saturday, September 10—Smokin Gun Saturday, September 17—Shane Howard 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 road 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 p.m., 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 Friday, Saturday/August 5, 6—Quinceanera Friday, Saturday/August 12, 13—Wedding Sunday, August 14—Monthly meeting Friday, Saturday/September 2, 3—Rental Friday, Saturday/September 9, 10— Quinceanera Sunday, September 11—Social/Memorial Service/Meeting, 2 p.m.

Friday, Saturday/September 16, 17—District Six Barbecue Cookoff 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 Saturday, August 6—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Friday, August 12—SPJST Heritage Gala, 7 to 11 p.m. See page 4 for more information.

Saturday, August 13—First appearance!: The Rising Stars Saturday, August 20—Vrazel’s Polka Band Saturday, August 27—Little River Playboys from Taylor Saturday, September 10—Private: Mexican Independence Day

Please Note: For the months of May through August, we will hold our monthly meetings on the second Wednesday at 6:30 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) 985-2548. For rentals, please call Calvin Skrabanek (254) 9852344. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility.

Members and guests are always welcome.

Live music on Wednesday nights, 7 to 9:30 p.m. with Butch Keith and a Heap of Country.

Free admission, and everyone is 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) 352-7442.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge 48, Beyersville is now having a monthly ladies Bunko night on the second Tuesday of each month. It begins with a light meal at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunko games, wrapping up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 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 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.

LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m.

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

LODGE 51, 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, 2 p.m.

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

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

LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 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 and June; and on the second Sunday of September, and December, at 1 p.m.

LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI Please Note: The monthly lodge meeting will now start at 1 p.m. instead of 2 p.m.

SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. unless otherwise notified. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 854-8423.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Youth club meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3 p.m. Board of directors meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-746151395-8; AL-00061-9887-0.

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

LODGE 84, DALLAS Monday, August 15—Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 20—Princess Ball: music

by Czech and Then Some Sunday, September 18—Czech Fest: Free dance - Vaneks; watch for details 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 6—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $7 Saturday, August 13—Ed Gerlach, big band. *Dress Code. $12.

Saturday, August 20—Aubrey Tucker, big band. *Dress Code. $10.

Sunday, August 21—Blue Room Party, 3 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, August 27—No dance Sunday, August 28—Liz Talley and TNT Country, $6 Saturday, September 3—Aubrey Tucker, big band. *Dress Code. $10.

Saturday, September 10—Bobby Jones, polka/variety. $6.

Saturday, September 17—Vrazels, polka/variety. $7.

VĚSTNÍK Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., unless otherwise notified. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m.

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

LODGE 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 Please Note: Lodge meetings are quarterly.

The March and June meetings will be on the second Saturday of the month at the Crosby Community Center at 11 a.m. or as otherwise specified. The September and December meetings will be held at a restaurant. The place, date, and time will be specified in the Vûstník.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, August 7—Randy and the Road House Band, 3 to 7 p.m.

Sunday, August 28—Funny Hat Contest Dance: Fritz Hodde and Fabulous Six, 2 to 6 p.m.

Sunday, September 4—Randy and the Road House Band, 3 to 7 p.m.

Saturday, September 17—Czech Heritage Day and 95th Anniversary of Lodge 92: music

by Mikula's. Watch for details.

Lodge 92 membership meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. The youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Family Night—first and third Tuesdays. Country/western dancing on the first Sunday and polka/waltz dancing as announced. Big band sound ballroom dancing on Friday nights from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Dress code required for ballroom dances. Listen to KBEC 1390 AM on Sunday at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3 FM at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Turn in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. For your large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, please call Joyce at (817) 624-1361. National Hall, SPJST Lodge 92, is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road in Fort Worth, Texas 76114.

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, 1 p.m.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO Friday, September 16—Lodge meeting Adult lodge meetings are held in March, June, September, and December. Youth club meetings are the first Sunday of every month at Casa Ole in Victoria Mall at 3 p.m., excluding months where they are quarterly adult lodge meetings. To verify the meeting, call Youth Leader Donna Vanek (361) 573-6771.

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, 7:30 p.m.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 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.

Wednesday, August 3, 2005 LODGE 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month, 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, 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 Please Note: Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month. The first two meetings of each quarter will be held at EJ’s Restaurant in Angleton at 9:30 a.m.

The third meeting will be held at Filipp’s Cafe in Danbury at 6 p.m. For information, call (979) 922-1279; or (979) 922-1553.

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, August 14—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 172, PASADENA Saturday, August 6—Ray Osborn Band Saturday, September 3—Osage Band Hall is located at 3609 Preston. Executive board and Trustees meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meeting is held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Youth club meetings are held the third Saturday of each month between 11 a.m. and 12 noon, 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 (713) 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 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.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine, 201 Centennial Street.

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, Highway 59, Wharton, Texas.

LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call (972) 435-2286; (817) 558-2400; or (817) 295-3483.

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 Tuesday, August 9—Lodge meeting and ice cream social, 7:30 p.m., Jerry and JoAnn Vojacek’s home Please note the following change: Lodge meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, 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 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. The meetings are held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 2804 Gun and Rod Road in Brenham, Texas, at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact Leroy Kamas (979) 836-8179; Annette Bilski (979) 836-3902; or Glenda Weyand (979) 451-3231.

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are held the fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. fourth Sunday of each month at Treat Repair in Chilton.

LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506.

For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538; or (972) 263-9031.

LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.

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, 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, 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 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.

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LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 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 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 p.m. For lodge rentals and reservations, call Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808 or (936) 829-2990.

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

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Lodge 196 is available for rent for weddings, anniversaries, reunions, birthdays, and graduation parties. For more information, please call Alma at (281) 351-1045 or Cecelia 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, 1:30 p.m., at the Jourdanton Community Center except the meal/meetings in March, June, September, December which will be at 1 p.m. The youth club meets the same day.

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 229, ABILENE Lodge meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at First Church of God, 1002 Lillius in Abilene. For information, contact (325) 676-5510.

LODGE 239, HONDO Lodge meetings are held every third Friday of the month, 7 p.m. at the Community Center on 18th Street. Agents meet every Monday, 5 p.m. at the SPJST business office, located at 805 19th Street, Suite No. 3. For information or location, contact Tereso Hernandez (210) 364-3620 or Xavier Guedea (830) 931-4244.

LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT Lodge and youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lone Star Banquet Hall in Morgan’s Point. For information, call Ron Cornwell (254) 493-8945 or David Nauert (254) 534-0809.

LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS Lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., at Fountain Plaza, Suite 305, 1205 Highway 123 South (aka Seguin Highway), San Marcos. Call Art Lopez (512) 376-9399; or Patricia Garcia (361) 774-2721 for more information.

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