Volume 95 Number 27
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District Three Royalty Crowned in Fort Worth
Congratulations to the 2007-2008 SPJST District Three Royalty who were crowned June 24 at Youth Achievement Day held at Lodge 92, Fort Worth. They are, left to right, Duchess Reagan Moore and Queen Julia Tucker, both of Lodge 6, Cottonwood, and King Blake Ryan and Duke Austen Holland, both of Lodge 25, Ennis. Photos from District Three YAD on pages 20 and 21.
~ Inside ~ Lodge 9 member celebrates 96 years Page 6 Lodge 4 honors graduates Page 9 Lodge 88 presents scholarships Page 13 Lodge 1 youth club activities Page 22
Family Fun Dates ...............3 Interest Rates .....................3 District News ......................3 Lodge Letters .....................7 Reunions...........................16 Youth .................................17 Vestnik Project .................18 Quarterly Report ..............19 In Memoriam.....................26 Czech Culture...................28 Activities Calendar...........30
As we celebrate Independence Day, we celebrate freedom, equality and justice. At SPJST, we cherish these values, and we’re committed to promoting them in our own approach to fraternalism and life insurance. Financial freedom, fairness and doing what’s right for our members – these are the values SPJST has represented for 110 years. We wish all of our members a happy and safe Fourth of July.
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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: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m 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) 771-3837 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LANITA ANGLIN, FIC 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, FIC, 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, FIC P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875 Home: (325) 442-3141 • Mobile: (325) 277-5362 Office: (325) 442-3038 email: brollwitz@verizon.net DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT, FIC 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, Texas 77008 Home: (713) 864-2163 DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM, FIC, VICE CHAIRMAN 407 Taos Street, Victoria, Texas 77904 Home: (361) 578-3279 • Mobile: (361) 676-3279 email: ahlstrom@suddenlink.net
District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 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 - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Texas 78160 - (830) 745-2702 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, P.O. Box 367, Weir, Texas 78674 - (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) 964-5135 FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER PHILIP McBEE, FICF, CFFM (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 email: pnm@hyperhog.net STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (254) 541-5555 email: spjst@hotmail.com STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT ONE - Bill Orsak, CFFM Mobile: (979) 324-0056 Home: (979) 272-8902 • Fax: (979) 272-8902 DISTRICT TWO - Position Vacant Contact Jim Wiest (254) 541-5555 email: spjst@hotmail.com DISTRICT THREE - Johnny Wiseman, III, FICF (866) 703-9182 • Mobile: (817) 475-5448 email: johnwwiseman3@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR - Charles Lindley, CFFM (432) 349-6759 email: kacha2u@hotmail.com DISTRICT FIVE - Ricky Peralta Mobile: (832) 515-8558 DISTRICT SIX - Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN - Hector Garcia, FIC Mobile: (361) 548-5702 • Home: (361) 749-1032 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR CHESTER JENKE, SR., FICF Home: (830) 303-4316 (210) 413-3053 email: cejenke@wmconnect.com
DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 Home: (830) 393-9073
STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JOHN HOELSCHER Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: johnh@spjst.com
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
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 - Janice Stevens, P.O. Box 613, Hawley, Texas 79525 (325) 537-9224 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023 - (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
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
SPJST LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM (LAM) Administrator Sandi Wicker (254) 899-2935 email: ssandiwicker@aol.com
Editor’s Note
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Summertime is YAD time!
This year’s Youth Achievement Day season kicked off in a big way
at Lodge 92, Fort Worth with the District Three YAD held Sunday, June 24. The hall was filled with hundreds of eager youth and supportive family members and friends. Following craft registration and a delicious meal served by Lodge 92, the crowd was entertained by amazing talent acts. The judges must have had a difficult task determining the winners because every talent was great. Thanks to the youth for a dynamic show. And, the crafts — wow! They were really good. So were the royalty speeches. Congratulations to everyone who participated in the event. To all of the parents, youth leaders, and Lodge 92 volunteers: thanks for all you did to make the day so successful for the youth of SPJST. Special thanks to District Three Youth Counselor Bessie Petr and her assistants Lynda Novak and Diana Engelke for all of their work to coordinate the day. Camp Wallachia Recently, I visited with SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) Consultant Sherrie Kubala Watkins. She shared plans for Camp Wallachia to be located on Granger Lake at Friendship Park. Sherrie is a member of Lodge 92, Fort Worth, and she is very enthusiastic about the project. Next week’s Vestnik will feature complete information about the ENC and its current progress. Spelling to Get into Heaven Thanks to Otis and Jackie Beck of Lodge 177, Academy for sharing this. A woman arrived at the Gates of Heaven. While she was waiting for Saint Peter to greet her, she peeked
through the gates. She saw a beautiful banquet table. Sitting all around were her parents and all the other people she had loved and who had died before her. They saw her and began calling greetings to her, “Hello! How are you? We’ve been waiting for you! Good to see you.” When Saint Peter came by, the woman said to him, “This is such a wonderful place. How do I get in?” “You have to spell a word,” Saint Peter told her. “Which word?” the woman asked. “Love.” The woman correctly spelled “love,” and Saint Peter welcomed her into Heaven. Several years later, Saint Peter came to the woman and asked her to watch the Gates of Heaven for him that day. While the woman was guarding the Gates of Heaven, her husband arrived. “I’m surprised to see you,” the woman said. “How have you been?” “Oh, I’ve been doing pretty well since you died,” her husband told her. “I won the multi-state lottery, and a little later, I married the beautiful young nurse who took care of you while you were ill. I sold the little house you and I lived in and bought a huge mansion. And, my new wife and I traveled all around the world. We were on vacation in Cancun, and I went water skiing today. I fell and hit my head, and here I am. What a bummer! How do I get in?” “It’s very simple dear, all you have to do is spell a word,” the woman told him. “Which word?” her husband asked. “Czechoslovakia.” Happy Fourth of July! —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the last week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 765030100. Subscription rates are $25 per year, beginning August 1, 2005, 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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District News
District Two YAD Sunday, July 15 Lodge 18, Elgin Dear Members, A warm welcome is extended to all District Two members, family, and friends to attend our annual District Two Youth Achievement Day to be held on Sunday, July 22, 2007. Lodge 18, Elgin will host this year’s youth spectacular. A special welcome is extended to members of all other districts, Supreme Lodge Officers and Directors. I am looking forward to your attendance. We have many talented youth, and your support in attending their special day will be very much appreciated. I am very proud of our youth. They have put in countless hours all year for this special day. I wish each of you the very best. Each youth participating is a winner. All kolaches entered will be auctioned off with the proceeds going to the SPJST Education and Nature Center. The day promises to be filled with great entertainment by our youth with royalty speeches, talent, and viewing crafts. The day’s program will be as follows: 9:15 a.m. All workers arrive. 10 to 11:15 a.m. Registration (No late registration.)
11:15 a.m. to 12 noon Lunch 12 noon Presentation of Flags Welcome Special Awards Craft Judging Introduction of Royalty Contestants Royalty Competition Begins Introduction of Royalty Judges Interview Royalty Contestants Royalty Winners Announced Break
Mortgage rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 727-7578.
5.75% for 1 to 10 years 6.25% for 11 to 20 years 85% Owner Residence Property
7.25% for 1 to 30 years
District Seven Youth Achievement Day will be held on July 15, 2007, at the Floresville Elementary School. Please see the map below. Lodge 107, Floresville will be this year’s hosting lodge. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 11:15 a.m. A concession stand will open at 11 a.m. with hot dogs, nachos, frito pies, drinks, and desserts available. The program will begin at 12 noon with
royalty followed by talent. Please come out to support our youth as they have been working hard all year preparing for this special day. We hope to have a good turn out and see you there. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski District Seven Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Participation Awards Craft Viewing/Silent Auction Awards: Crafts, Talent, and Points Live Auction of First Place Kolaches 5:30 p.m. (approximately) Closing Comments We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, July 22 at Lodge 18, Elgin. This day is for everyone, even if you do not have a youth participating. Come out and enjoy the talent and fellowship. All of us together will make District Two YAD a memorable success for our youth. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Commercial Property
6.75% for 1 to 10 years 7.00% for 11 to 15 years
Annuity III 5.00% for Annualized* Annuity IV 5.00% for Annualized* * Rates effective 5/01/07 through 7/31/07.
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District Seven YAD Sunday, July 15 at Floresville Elementary School
Evening Meal
Universal Life Home or Farm Mortgages Universal Life I 75% Owner 5.75% for Annualized* 5.25% for 1 to 15 years 5.75% for 16 to 20 years 6.25% for 21 to 30 years
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Universal Life II 5.75% for Annualized* Annuities Annuity I 5.00% for Annualized* Annuity II 5.00% for Annualized*
Five-Year Annuity When purchased, current interest rates are guaranteed for 5 years.
Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.95% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 4.10% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 4.20%
Family Fun and Important Dates July 4
Independence Day/Fourth of July SPJST Home Office Closed July 4 SPJST Float • Belton Fourth of July Parade (2) July 4 SPJST Float • Arlington Fourth of July Parade (3) July 6-9 District Two and District Four Camp Camp Hope, McGregor July 8 Lodge 1, Fayetteville Baseball Outing Minute Maid Park, Houston (1) July 12 Lodge 25, Ennis Meeting, Awards, Youth Club Show and Tell (3) July 12 Lodge 32, Victoria Barbecue Social/Silent Auction (6) July 15 District One YAD • Caldwell Civic Center July 15 District Six YAD • Taiton Community Center July 15 District Seven YAD • Floresville Elementary School Lodge 6, Cottonwood 109th Annual Picnic (3) July 15 July 15 Lodge 51, Ellinger Dinner Chamber of Commerce Hall (1) District Five Camp • YMCA Camp Cullen, Trinity July 15-18 SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting • Temple July 17-19 July 19-22 District Three Camp • Camp Hope, McGregor July 22 District Two YAD • Lodge 18, Elgin July 22 District Four YAD • Ben E. Keith Beers Party Room Abilene July 26-29 District One Camp • Forest Glen, Rosebud July 28 District Seven Youth Outing • Six Flags Fiesta Texas July 28 Lodge 148, El Maton Appreciation Dinner (6) August 4 State YAD • Killeen Convention Center, Killeen August 10-12 SPJST Corpus Christi Get-Away Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day (6) August 12
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FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DEPARTMENT
State FAC encourages SPJST Museum visit Dear Lodge FAC, Summer time is travel time. Looking for a place to go? How about the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM)? Through artifacts and photos, the SPJST LAM provides an intimate look into the family life of Texans of Czech descent in the last century. The museum is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. It is closed on weekends and holidays except by appointment. Group and weekend tours are available and are booked through the SPJST LAM. For more information, call the museum at (800) 727-7578. As you may know, LAM directors are in the process of raising funds to renovate the historic Hanus Building located at the comer of North Third and French Streets in Temple. They would appreciate your interest and support. Speaking of summer time travel, many SPJST members have signed up to participate in the Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway at the Emerald Beach Holiday Inn August 10 to 12. As an added bonus, members of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi will be hosting a hospitality party on Friday evening as members arrive for a fun weekend. A limited number of rooms are still available at the discounted rate of $95 per night. To make reservations, please call the hotel direct at (361) 883-5731 and refer to the following group code to assure proper room rates: SPJ. Little Golden Books To date, SPJST members have collected and donated many Little Golden Books for Ronald McDonald Houses of Texas. Through October, Texas fraternal organizations will be collecting Little Golden Books to present to Ronald McDonald Houses across Texas. The Ronald McDonald House is a temporary home away from home where the families of children being treated for cancer and other serious illnesses or trauma, reside while the child receives treatment at a nearby hospital or medical treatment center. In some cases, such as when a child receives outpatient therapy, the youngster can spend time with his family in the non-institutional atmosphere of the House.
You may send your books to: Little Golden Books Collection Drive SPJST Home Office 520 North Main Street, Temple, Texas 76501 Or you may call your district director, your state field representative, or me and we will be happy to pick up your books and deliver them to the Home Office. Be sure to take pictures of your lodge’s donation for the Vestnik and for your local newspaper. State YAD is August 4 Mark your calendar to be at the Killeen Convention Center in Killeen on August 4 for the State Youth Achievement Day. Also, check the Vestnik for the YAD date and location in your district. As in the past, we are expecting to see some excellent talent and crafts to be displayed. Please come out and support our SPJST young people. They are the future leaders of this organization and our country. Last Call: FACs Requested to Submit Pink Mid-Year Form Lodge FACs, take note: The pink Mid-Year Form, which is on page 10 of your FAC Reference Guide, is due to the SPJST Home Office on July 13. Thanks to the many who have already submitted these reports. Please take a few minutes to look over the form. If you have any questions or require assistance in filling out the form, please contact me at (210) 413-3053 or Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at (254) 773-1575 or (800) 727-7578. Your District FACs are also available to assist you. They are as follows: District One—Linda Gaas (979) 596-2606 District Two—Ruth Hanusch (254) 771-0193 District Three—George Pauling (254) 754-7633 District Four—Sylvia Rollwitz (325) 442-3141 District Five—Pat Bruce (281) 890-4933 District Six—Helen Zabransky (361) 798-3347 District Seven—Glen Pruski (956) 235-8014 Fraternally submitted, Chester Jenke, FICF State FAC —SPJST—
Czech Museum . . . So Near, and Yet So Far Away I
n 1954, when several Czech organizations (SPJST, RVOS, KJZT, KZT, and others) got together and formed a committee to discuss building a museum to honor the Czech culture and heritage, no one imagined the project as it is today. Or perhaps they did. There was a dream to have a separate building for the museum. As with many committees, there was a lot of talking, but discussions dwindled and the project was all but forgotten. By 1963, the museum initiative had lost its momentum, but there was still a desire to preserve books written in the Czech language and those pertain-
ing to Czech history. Nick Morris, then editor of the Vestnik, began writing articles about a library and soliciting donations of books. The first donations came from West attorney George Kacir, and then other donations began coming in. Today, there are over 30,000 books in the library. Many are in the Czech language, and there is the largest Czech genealogy collection in the state of Texas. Artifacts also arrived. In 1971, with the opening of the present SPJST Home Office, the Library, Archives, and Museum (LAM) had its first “real” home on the ground floor of the edifice. Over time,
Please Help Us Meet The Challenge! The SPJST Library, Archives and Museum has been offered a $200,000 challenge grant to help with the renovation of the Hanus Building to house the Czech Heritage Museum. To receive this grant, the LAM must raise another $400,000 donationsororpledges pledgesby byDecember December 31, 31, 2007. 2006. inindonations Name ______________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________ City ________________________________________________ Phone ______________________________________________ $100,000 $ 50,000 $ 20,000 $ 10,000 $ 5,000
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Amount enclosed: $___________________________________ Amount of pledge: $___________________________________ To be paid: ______ Semiannually ______ Annually ______ Two years Please make checks payable to: SPJST LAM P. O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 For more information, call LAM Administrator Sandi Wicker (254) 899-2935
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VĚSTNÍK as donations kept coming in, the museum outgrew its area. The basement of the building was renovated to provide an area which was 50 percent larger than the ground floor space, and the museum moved into its present location. The museum is constrained to being open only during SPJST business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There are no weekend hours, and visitors must access the museum via the business office lobby. In the late 1990s, supporters of the museum again began to dream about a separate building to house the accumulated treasures in its possession so that they could be appreciated by larger numbers of people and about making the museum a separate entity. In 2000, it was decided by the members of SPJST that the LAM would separate from SPJST so that it could grow and be able to offer educational and research opportunities to a larger community. The SPJST LAM elected their own board of directors and began the process of finding a suitable building to house the museum and raising monies to pay for it. In 2001, a historic building, adjacent to the SPJST Home Office, became available and, with a generous donation from Louis and Oleta Hanus of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, was purchased for the future museum location. At the time, there were three businesses occupying the building which continued to operate until 2006. An architect was hired to determine what renovations were needed to restore the building to its original splendor and make it a viable home for the LAM. The architect did some conceptual drawings and helped establish a budget for the project. The estimated budget is $628,000. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the LAM was able to begin raising funds to begin the restoration of the Hanus building, and in 2006, was offered a challenge grant from a local foundation. The foundation offered to give $200,000 to the organization if it was able to raise another $400,000 by December 31, 2006. A little over $100,000 was given by the end of 2006. With the deadline approaching and only a quarter of the monies donated, the deadline was generously extended to 2007. Patrons, students, and researchers are anxiously awaiting the new, more accessible spaces. The museum plans include more library and research space, a small theater, temporary exhibit space, a museum store, a place for lunch, and an outdoor learning center. The treasures in the collection
will have better and safer display space. Also, with the move to the new building, the museum will be able to be open on the weekends and later in the evenings. It will be a stand alone area that is more convenient for all. At the present time, over $315,000 has been raised to meet the challenge and there is only a “little bit” to go. Much like the last five pounds when you are on a diet, this $85,000 can be the toughest part to get. The Board of Directors of the LAM (wisely) hesitates to begin construction on the new museum home until all of the monies are in place. Several grant applications have been submitted, and the City of Temple is considering supporting this project with a $25,000 gift. Grants are becoming rarer, so the LAM is reaching out to friends and supporters to attain its goal. All donors to the building fund will be permanently recognized at the entrance to the museum and with larger gifts, there are naming possibilities within the museum, such as outdoor learning area, theater, and display areas. This is a wonderful way to honor a person or organization. Any contributions can be made to: SPJST LAM P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 or call Sandi Wicker, LAM director, at (254) 899-2935 for more information. —SPJST—
SPJST Library, Archives and Museum Challenge Grant
Thanks for Helping with the LAM Challenge Grant Drive
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Thank you to the following people who have helped with the Challenge Grant Drive for the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM).
Diamond Benefactor Oleta Hanus Mildred Holeman Silver Benefactor Joe A. Novak SPJST Supreme Lodge Bronze Benefactor Exxon/Mobil Jerry B. Milan SPJST/District Three Director Johnnie R. Krizan (SPJST Director’s Discretionary Funds) (pledge) President’s Club SPJST/District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt (SPJST Director’s Discretionary Funds) First State Bank - Central Texas SPJST/District Two Director Bobby Wuensche (SPJST Director’s Discretionary Funds) Founder SPJST/District Seven Director Bob J. Bayer (SPJST Director’s Discretionary Funds) SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Anna Frances Hornak Mildred and Joseph Borden SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth SPJST District Three Ray and Clarice Snokhous SPJST District Two Frank and Claire Svrcek Patron SPJST State YAD Activities Marceil Malak RVOS Lodge No. 114 SPJST Lodge 66, Waco SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth National Hall SPJST Lodge 35, Elk SPJST District Five SPJST District Seven SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi
Donor SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard Martha Daniel Dorothy Darilek Butler Peggy Blankenship SPJST Lodge 73, Seymour SPJST Lodge 141, Sealy SPJST Lodge 5 Pilot Point-Tioga SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Friend SPJST Lodge 76, Wichita Falls SPJST Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station Sharon Hohmann Mr. Sanford Schmid SPJST Lodge 81, Needville SPJST Lodge Slovan Jihu No. 26 Skidmore SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville SPJST District Four John and Mary Kosut Lynn Johnsen Mr. and Mrs. Hegwood E.J. and Jeanette Bender SPJST Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje SPJST Lodge 63, Sweet Home SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth Mrs. Evelyn Reeser SPJST Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club Jack and Catherine Manchack Johnny and Clara Broz Mary Ann Gibson SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria Helen Kopecky Layman Lloyd and Bettie House Bob and Polly Bayer Betty and Donald Pisar Mary Sralla SPJST Lodge 157, Lubbock Ben Jarma Jerry Trampota Jerry Elzner Eugene and Henrietta Veselka Bernice and Tom Sellers Arthur and Irene Veit Holub Family Trust —SPJST—
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Lodge 9, Snook Member Ella Klechka Achieves Grand Age of 96
SPJST congratulates Sister Ella Klechka, a member of Lodge Lodge 9, Snook, who celebrated her 96th birthday on May 30, 2007. Sister Ella is now entitled to all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessm e n t s required. Ella Klechka was born on May 30, 1911 in Merle, Texas to Joe and Teresa Janac, who were from Czechoslovakia. Ella’s siblings included Edvin “Ginger” Janac, Tracy Jakubik, Joe Janac, and Albert Janac, all deceased. She married Raymond Klechka in 1944 in Houston, Texas. Raymond passed away in 1989. The couple was blessed with children Raymond Robert, Jr. and wife Sharon, Arnold Martin, and Jimmy Joe. Ella resides in Caldwell. The article below describes Ella’s 95th birthday celebration. It is from the June 18 to 24, 2006, column “Lizzy on the Move” by Elizabeth Scott. Last weekend, Robin and I had the pleasure of celebrating a momentous occasion with part of our extended family—four dozen family members and close friends honored “Mama” Ella Klechka on her 95th birthday at CJ’s Barbecue in Bryan. Born in Snook, Texas, on May 30, 1911, Mama Klechka has always been a ‘trend-setter’ at any age. You may remember the story we wrote about her introducing authentic kolaches to the students at Texas A&M when she was employed by Dr. Fred Dollar. But we discovered during her party that she learned to drive at 45, learned to swim at 55, and rode her first motorcycle at 65. She explained to us, “As I did them, I didn’t care what age I was!” Literally ‘pretty in pink’, Mama Klechka, who amazingly looks younger every time I see her, told me, “I just put on everything I have and hope I didn’t overdo it.” She added, “Most importantly, today absolutely nothing hurts.”
Mama Klechka pointed out that two of her three sons Raymond and his wife Sharon and son Jimmy had arranged the event. Both granddaughters, Alicia and Tammy, were there with their husbands and their adorable children, two of the five great-grandchildren. Mama Klechka explained that her two grandsons were unable to attend. “My family is spread from Bryan-College Station to Caldwell and Magnolia and from
Oklahoma City to Colorado.” She continued, “They told me there’d be a lot of people here, but this is just wonderful!” Among those family members attending, we met cousins Randy and Mary Landreth and Barbara Lebow and her mother, “Aunt” Jane. Then, we had the treat of breaking bread with one of my favorite lifelong friends Dr. Frances Kimbrough whose family, like mine, has been
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here for several generations. One of Mama Klechka’s most favorite surprises was the arrival of her cousin Ella from Danbury who will also celebrate her 95th birthday in June. Having been years since they’d seen each other, the two ladies spent the afternoon chatting and giggling like schoolgirls. —SPJST—
Mama Klechka’s Recipes These are some tried and true specialties that Mama Klechka has made for years. Mama Klechka’s Kolechi 1/2 large cake yeast 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup lukewarm milk 3 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, melted 4 cups flour Combine yeast into mixture of salt, sugar, butter and milk; mix until blended. Add flour and eggs alternately, mixing well after each addition. Refrigerate overnight. Nut Filling 1 pound finely ground walnuts 3 eggs 1/2 cup honey 1/3 cup butter Combine all ingredients, mixing well. Shape dough into six loaves; press an indention into top of each loaf. Spoon filling into indention; let dough rise for 1 hour. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Yield 6 loaves. Mama Klechka’s Molasses Cookies 1 cup lard 1 cup molasses 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon flour enough to make thick dough 1 teaspoon soda mixed with a little hot water 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds 1/2 teaspoon cloves Mix, roll out, and cut cookies with cookie cutter. Bake at 350 degrees.
R.V. Rays Petit Fours 6 eggs 1 1/2 cups sifted flour 3 tablespoons cold water 1 1/2 cups sifted granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice grated rind from one lemon 3/4 teaspoon vanilla 16 egg whites 1/2 teaspoon salt Beat egg yolks until light and lemon colored. Add sugar very slowly, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating constantly. Beat at least 10 minutes and add the cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating constantly. Stir in lemon juice and rind, add vanilla. Beat egg whites with 1/4 teaspoon salt until stiff but not dry. Place the beaten egg whites on top of the yolk mixture. Over this sift the flour. Do not stir, but carefully cut and fold in the egg whites and flour. Pour the batter into two unbuttered 9-inch cake pans and bake in a slow oven for 1 hour without opening the door. Slow oven is approximately 250 degrees. When the cake is done, cool it in the pan, upside down on a cake rack. If the cake rises above the sides of the pans, turn the pan upside down and support the edges on cups. When the cake is perfectly cold, loosen the sides with a spatula if necessary. When it is perfectly cold, cut the base for the Petit Fours with a 1 1/2 inch round cutter. Butter Cream for Filling 8 ounces shortening 2 pounds powdered sugar 1/4 ounce vanilla extract 8 ounces butter 1/4 pint egg whites Partly cream shortening and butter, add sifted sugar and vanilla extract. Cream thorough-
ly together. Continue creaming while the whites are gradually incorporated. Pipe the Butter Cream onto the Sponge Cake with a number 9 pastry tube. Fondant Icing 6 ounces shortening 1/4 ounce salt 8 ounces water 8 ounces corn syrup Bring to boil and remove from heat. Add 3 pounds, 8 ounces sifted powdered sugar. Stir thoroughly. Let this mixture cool to 115 degrees before pouring over Petit Fours. Be sure the entire Petit Four is covered. To decorate Petit Fours with flowers, use the Buttercream flavored with Raspberry and Rum flavoring, tinted with yellow, pink, and green food coloring. Mama’s Rolls (yield 100) 1 quart and 3/4 cup water 2 3/4 cups evaporated milk 4 eggs each 1 tablespoon and 1 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 3/4 ounces dry yeast 1 1/3 cups corn oil 1 pound 6 ounces sugar 6 pounds 15 ounces flour 1 1/2 tablespoon corn oil Combine water, milk, corn oil and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Mix on low speed for 5 minutes. Add sugar and salt; mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Add flour and mix on low speed until moistened. Add yeast and mix on medium speed until dough leaves sides of bowl, remaining oil add to bottom of bowl just before dough is removed to prevent sticking. Remove from bowl, place on an oiled table and work into a smooth ball. Divide into 100 equal portions. Proof until doubled in size. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
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SPJST Lo dge Se c t ion Lodge 1 Fayetteville reports on June meeting SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville met on Monday, June 18, 2007, at the LCRA Park facilities at 6 p.m. for its annual picnic/fish fry and regularly scheduled meeting with approximately 25 members plus guests in attendance. President Sharon Fritsch called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Those in attendance paid tribute to departed members and troops with a moment of silence and prayer. Roll call of officers recorded all officers present. The minutes of the April 9 meeting were approved as read by Secretary Irene Polansky. Treasurer Ronnie Pflughaupt gave his report stating bills have been paid. He also gave the balance. Debby Pflughaupt made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report, and the motion was seconded by Stacey Stanley. The motion carried. Members were advised that there are still some tickets available for the July 8 trip to the Astros game at Minute Maid Park in Houston and to contact Sharon Fritsch at (979) 9663515 if they would like to attend. Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt reported on the Leaders-in-Training (LIT) retreat at the YMCA Camp Hamman Ranch in Bandera, Texas. The youth learned the importance of teamwork through leadership. He reported that Lodge 1 youth won several events, and they all had fun on the “free fall” which included Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt taking his turn. President Fritsch introduced and welcomed Melinda Dunka from SPJST Lodge 174, Rockdale noting that Melinda and Ralph have transferred to Lodge 1 as well as Robert
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Joe Brezina transferring from SPJST Lodge 142, Houston to Lodge 1. Amanda Edwards of Fayetteville is also a new member. Unfinished business included following up with Josh Vitek regarding kitchen repairs, adding on porch to the kitchen area, putting in drainage from the ball field, cut out drive to control drainage better, and add gravel as needed and push to the road. These suggestions were put in the form of a motion by Debby Pflughaupt and seconded by Rose Rohde. The motion passed. A separate electric meter is needed for the baseball scoreboard which is being provided to the SPJST Lodge 1 Youth Club by Bluebonnet Electric as well as a speaker/announcement system. Ronnie Pflughaupt will contact Josh Vitek and Billy Wasut regarding this project. President Fritsch also discussed the small storage building which is now being used by both the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce and SPJST. A suggestion was made to renovate the building to be used for meetings and various small functions which would require less electricity in cooling and heating. Debby Pflughaupt made a motion to take on that project, and Stacey Stanley seconded the motion. The motion carried. President Fritsch will contact the Chamber regarding other storage arrangements. There being no further business, Rose Rohde made a motion to adjourn which was seconded by Cassie Wessels. The motion carried. Irene Polansky, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 4 Hallettsville plans Family Day Dear Members, Our lodge met on Sunday, June 10, 2007, at 2 p.m. at the Legion Tap Room. President Joe Siptak opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky read the minutes to the last meeting and gave the financial report. Both were approved. FAC Annie Vahalik reported on sponsoring SPJST activities, and Youth Leader Robin Scott reported that the youth are getting ready for camp and District Six YAD. Cemetery representative Philip Vahalik reported on the progress. Family Day—August 12 Family Day to be held on Sunday, August 12 at the Legion Hall was discussed, and a committee was appointed. Committee members are: refreshment and door prize—Annie Vahalik; meal tickets and flowers— Helen Zabransky; greeters— Margaret and Albert Smotek; decorating—Helen Zabransky and Patsy Zabransky. Family Day will begin at 2 p.m. with refreshments, games, presentation of 50-year pins, and a catered meal of barbecue pork and sausage with the trimmings. Ladies of the lodge, we kindly ask you to bring desserts. A letter will be sent to each member about Family Day. Door prize winners were Joe Siptak, Susan Siptak, Jonathan Vanek, and Jonathan Vahalik. The youth club honored Elizabeth Vahalik, 2007 cum laude graduate from Memorial High School in Victoria. She was presented with a card, gift, and decorated cake that was served and enjoyed at lunch. Next Meeting—July 8 Our next meeting will be held Sunday, July 8 at the Legion Tap Room at 2 p.m. Lunch will be served, and door prizes will be given. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Happy Birthday, Lodge 1, Fayetteville Members! Happy birthday to Lodge 1, Fayetteville members celebrating their birthdays in July:
July 10 Mavrick J. Evans July 11 Greg S. Holloway July 12 Kristen G. Drymalla July 19 Brandon G. Lovell July 20 Sheila K. Chovanec July 22 Lesli L. Fritsch July 23 Colton W. Dunk Reed L. Froebel July 24 Ella Chovanec Lori A. Marshall July 25 Diane M. Geistmann July 26 Jan Marie Gross Emma L. Schley July 27 Betty J. Heinsohn July 28 Joe W. Boelsche Marissa E. Rohde July 29 Wayne A. Peschel July 30 Robert E. Krenek, Sr. July 31 John C. Cashion —Lodge 1 Sunshine Club —SPJST—
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood trustees to meet July 6
Lodge 15 Buckholts seeks historical photos, info
The trustees of Lodge 6, Cottonwood will meet Friday, July 6, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. Also, all Lodge 6 members are asked to please mark your calendars for picnic preparations. Friday, July 13 will be the final preparations beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 14 is a picnic workday at 9 a.m. The picnic will be held on Sunday, July 15, beginning at 11:30 a.m. with a fried chicken and sausage meal. Other activities will include bingo and a live auction at 12:30 p.m. A prize drawing will also be held. Fraternally, Milton Peterson, President —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts is applying for a historical marker. We have not been able to locate a picture of our first building constructed in the year 1911, and later destroyed by a storm in 1915. We have pictures of our second building and our present one. If anyone has pictures or any history of our lodge that could be used, we would really appreciate you sharing this with us by calling Lodge 15 President Douglas Williams (254) 593-2222 or Secretary Dorothy Tomascik (254) 593-2757. You may also send correspondence to Dorothy Tomascik, P.O. Box 125, Buckholts, Texas 76518. Thank you. Dorothy Tomascik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 6 Cottonwood sets July 15 picnic Dear Members and Friends, Everyone is cordially invited to the 110th Annual Lodge 6, Cottonwood Picnic on Sunday, July 15, 2007. Delicious fried chicken and sausage with all the trimmings will be available beginning at 11 a.m. Take-out and large plates will be $7, and small plates will be $4.50. Takeout plates will be sold behind the hall. Auction and games start at 12:30 p.m. Lodge 6 is located three miles east of West, Texas, just south of FM Road 2114. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Evelyn Bezdek —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis to honor members July 12 Dear Members, Lodge 25, Ennis will hold its Awards and Youth Club Show ’n Tell on Thursday, July 12 at 7 p.m. after a hot dog/klobase dinner. The following awards are to be presented: 50-Year Pins Geraldine Holubar Leonard Sellers Joe Ben Macalik Margie M. Dvorak Martha Marion Haba Sharon J. Emerson Michael D. Zaidle Diane Bouska Bronson George J. Satsky Gary D. Skrivanek Lifetime Achiever Awards Leslie T. Mach
(received at the District Three Spring Meeting) Hazel Laza Willie Laza Edwin C. Trojacek Frances Ann Trojacek 2007 Scholarship Awards Bryant Adam Hunter Jerrod Lance Ryan Joshua Alley Tay Jeremy David Tay Medals for 2006 Lodge Officers President Eugene Dolezal Vice President Jim Holahan Financial Secretary/Reporter/FAC Kay Lynn Kovar Recording Secretary Pat Fowler Treasurer Cathy Krajca Youth Leader Margaret Krajca Every Day Hero pins will also be presented, and the youth club will present YAD entries and talent with a show ’n tell.
District Six Summer Sales Seminars Submitted by District Six State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM
LEFT PHOTO: Schulenburg Class – June 5, 2007. Left to right are Leo Jares, FIC (8), Donna Coleman (8), Demetria Bacak (40), Maynard Wagner (184), Jo Ann Jares, FIC (8), Elizabeth Holub (23), Albert Olsovsky (23), District Six SFR Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM (30), and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom,
FIC (32). RIGHT PHOTO: Taiton Class – June 6, 2007. Front, left to right, Doris Tucker (148), Margaret Kulcak (30), Edith Molberg (40), and Carolina Covarrubia (30). Back: Joe Preisler, Jr. (151), Frank Ramirez, CFFM (240), Brad Bacak, FIC (40), Tommy Drapela, FIC (30), and Ray Pilgrim, FIC (151).
LEFT PHOTO: Taiton Class – June 6, 2007. Front, left to right, Crystal Bacak (40), Ardis Bacak, FIC (40), Tria Svatek (40), and Minerva Garcia (40). Back: District Six SFR Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM (30), Leroy Kaspar, FIC (30), J.C. Kocurek (40), Gerald Macha, FIC (151), and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom,
FIC (32). RIGHT PHOTO: Victoria Class – June 7, 2007. Front, left to right, Henrietta Yates (32), Mary Tijerina (32), and Diana Redd, FIC (97). Back: SFR Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM (30), David Ortiz (32), David Bellanger (97), Silvia Perry (32), Franklin Jurek, FIC (41), and Jerome Hlavaty, FIC (153).
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Lodge 1, Fayetteville Barbecue Cookers Win First in Chicken
SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville cookers won first place in chicken at the May Fest in Ellinger, Texas, on Memorial Day weekend. The youth club tried to ride in the parade, but the parade was rained out. —Brittany Thompson Lodge 1 Youth Club Reporter
Please note the 7 p.m. time change for this July 12 meeting to present awards and show ’n tell. Hope to see you there! Fraternally, Kay Lynn Kovar, FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton asks for District Six YAD meal count Lodge 30, Taiton will serve a meal at the District Six Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, July 15, 2007. The menu consists of chicken strips with two sides, iced tea, and dessert. The cost will be $5 per person. To order your plate, please call Marjorie Treumer (979) 578-2762 or (979) 245-6529 by July 9. We kindly ask all youth leaders to please also have a meal count to Marjorie so that the food can be ordered. Thank you. —SPJST—
Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28 East Bernard meets July 8 Dear Members, This next Sunday, July 8, at 12 noon Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its regular monthly meeting in the Community Room of the East Bernard Branch Library at 746 Clubside Drive. The early start is due to the lodge purchasing food for the fraternal hour luncheon from the East Bernard Volunteer Fire Department fund-raiser benefit drive event. The June meeting had a quorum present. It was short with only two motions made and passed and reports from the previous meetings that were tabled. To the faithful: Plan to attend, see you Sunday at 12 noon (or earlier) and this writer remains . . . Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—
The chairpersons gave their reports and thanked everyone who helped. Next Meeting—July 8 Our next meeting will be July 8 at 3 p.m. Hope to see you there. Fraternally, Dorothy Banik, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje bingo breaks attendance record On June 25, 2007, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje had a record number of 255 bingo players pack our hall for $125 games and a jackpot that we have every week of $650. We celebrate June as our anniversary month, and we try to do something special each year. Thanks to all who support our lodge by playing or working bingo with us on Monday night. Also, congratulations to one of our members, Emily Ochoa of Louise, Texas, who won the $650 jackpot. Sheldon Holub, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 51, Ellinger reports on June meeting Lodge 51, Ellinger met for its quarterly meeting on June 21, 2007, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Station. Ten members and District One Director Donnie Victorick and wife Janice were present. President Calvin Hlinsky opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for our deceased members and those in the military. Secretary Jo Ann Divin read the minutes of the previous meeting and gave the treasurer’s report. These reports were approved. The July 15 annual picnic was discussed. The menu was decided to consist of pork ribs and all the trimmings. Lifetime Achiever awards will be given, and two 50-year pins will be given to Barbara Hinton and Jerry Evanicky. Calvin thanked Fausta Kaiser for working with the barbecue cook-off held in June in Columbus. Fausta spoke on term policies and training agents on medicare supplement. Director Donnie Victorick spoke on term rates to cover a loan and long term care. He thanked everyone for attending the meetings and thanked everyone for all he does in any way. The 2008 convention will be held in
Lodge 4, Hallettsville Honors 2007 Graduates
Lodge 35, Elk meets July 8 The Lodge 35, Elk meeting was called to order by President Randy Pavelka on June 10, 2007, at 3 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by the members. On the sick list was Fred Kubitza and Joe Tepe. We hope you both are feeling better. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes for the May meeting. They were approved as read. Barbara Pavelka gave the treasurer’s report.
On Sunday, June 10, 2007, a small reception was held honoring graduates Elizabeth Vahalik and Marissa Sustaita at the Hallettsville American Legion Hall. Elizabeth and Marissa are members of Lodge 4, Hallettsville Youth Club, and they both attended school in Victoria, Texas. They were presented Wal-Mart gift cards. Pictured are, front, left to right, Jonathan Vahalik, Elizabeth Vahalik, Morgan Scott, Sarah Siptak, and Jonathan Vanek. BACK: Chris Vanek, Assistant Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus, Mark Siptak, and Youth Leader Robin Scott. Not pictured are Marissa Sustaita and Holly Scott. Congratulations, Elizabeth and Marissa, and good luck in your future endeavors!
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Lodge 48, Beyersville Recognizes Fraternal MVP Robert Leshikar Submitted by Sherry Wuensche
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 48 adults are pictured meeting at Sirloin Stockade in Taylor on June 10.
RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 48 Youth Club members also meet at Sirloin Stockade for their June meeting.
LEFT PHOTO: The members of Lodge 48, Beyersville congratulate Brother Robert Leshikar on his National Fraternal Congress of America MVP (Most Valuable Participant) award for the week of May 21. Pictured at Sirloin Stockade in Taylor on June 10, SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, right, presents the award to Robert. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, MVP
Killeen. He also said that SPJST will always be Czech-oriented. The meeting adjourned, and lunch brought by members was served. Shane Divin led the table grace. Burdine Divin, FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 51, Ellinger sets July 15 dinner Dear Members, You and your family (persons living at home) are invited to attend our pork ribs and sausage dinner on Sunday, July 15, 2007, at the Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall at 11:30 a.m. The meal will be served at 12:30 p.m. Come early for refreshments. Please make plans to attend. Free-will donations will be accepted, and we will have a raffle. Also,
plesae bring an item for the silent auction that is between $5 and $10 in value. Suggestions are canned items, noodles, crafts, etc. For more information, please call (979) 249-3176. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Burdine Divin, FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 81 Needville reports on June meeting The June, 2007, meeting of Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 17th. At 12 noon, President Vincent Newman gave a prayer of thanks. We had a fine meal of potluck. Everything was absolutely delicious! Thanks to Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything set up for us. Also, thanks to everyone who brought all the wonderful food. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. Jeanette Newman led everyone
Robert Leshikar, and Mary Leshikar and husband Honorary Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar. Howard and Robert are brothers. RIGHT PHOTO: Two Lodge 48 Youth Club members Kayla Wuensche, left, and Amy Wuensche, right, enjoy talking with President Vanicek. The girls say, “Thanks, Brian, for the SPJST rubber bracelet and for being our height!” Amy also says she hopes Brian enjoys the letter that she gave him.
in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll call. Added to our sick list is Rodney Janczak. We wish you well. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her report, and it was 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 they were also approved as read. Under old business, Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel made a motion to pay our scholarship recipient from the Special Funds account. The motion was passed and seconded. Under new business, Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel said that he had been talking to the President of the Needville Harvest Festival organization, and this organization would like to rent our parking lot for the Harvest Festival which is on the third Saturday in October. It was made into a motion and seconded. The motion was passed. Door prize winners were Glen McDonald, Benita Walzel, Emma
Kujawa, and Jeanette Newman. Congratulations to our lucky winners. Next Meeting—July 15 For our next meal on July 15, it was decided to have hamburgers. Members, please bring your favorite chips, dips, and a dessert. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 87, Temple meets July 10 Our next meeting will be July 10, 2007, starting at 7 p.m. We will celebrate the 53rd wedding anniversary of Bill and Anna Brodie. The meal for the meeting will be a covered dish supper so please bring your favorite dish and help the Brodies celebrate. Cake will be provided for everyone. Bertha Capps Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
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Fraternalists Fabulous at Fifty
Happy belated birthday to Rita Holland, left, of Lodge 25, Ennis and Mary Steinman of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. They each celebrated their 50th birthdays on June 7.
Lodge 88, Houston Lodge 88, Houston scholarship hosts Blue Room committee party August 19 expresses thanks The Lodge 88, Houston Blue The Scholarship Committee would like to thank Brother Johnny Broz for faithfully recycling all the aluminum cans used at the lodge as a donation to the scholarship fund. We appreciate your hard work! Fraternally, Carol Havemann Carol Globke John Buri —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston scholarship posts donation to fund A donation has been made to SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Scholarship Fund in memory of Laura Warnash from the Birthday Club Sisters. Fraternally, Carol Havemann Carol Globke John Buri —SPJST—
Room party is Sunday, August 19, 2007, from 3 to 8 p.m. in the Lodge 88 Chandelier Ballroom. Music will be by Mark Halata and Texavia. Tickets which include dinner, drinks, and dancing are $17.50 per person. Reservations will be taken from July 23 to August 13. Reservations must be made and paid by August 13. No tickets will be sold at the door. Sorry, but no one under 21 may be admitted. For reservations, please call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m to 3 p.m. Please join us for a fun afternoon of dancing and dining with your friends! —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth reports on lodge activities Meeting Highlights John Paprskar gave the trustee report. We have had inquiries from gas-producing companies regarding possible gas wells in our area. Rentals are showing improvement. Please reserve Saturday August 18, 2007, for our annual taroky tournament. We would love to have outof-town players join us. How about some of you folks in the Rowena, St. Lawrence, and Wall, etc. areas coming in this time.
All 2006 lodge officers were presented with leadership medals for great service in 2006. Holly Hubenak, Gordon Hubenak, Pam Durham, Sherrie, Albert and Helen Kubala are our sales agents. Please let them know if you have a need for insurance and annuities, including individual retirement accounts. Sherrie Kubala gave a detailed report on the plans and progress being made to develop the Granger Corps of Engineers property as envisioned by the SPJST Education and Nature Center Committee. It will be known as Camp Wallachia. Your donations and other support will be greatly appreciated. Al Kercho urged everyone to give the Friday night dances a try if you have not been in attendance lately. It is a very congenial group of regulars, and the music by professional musicians is great. Al and Alene enjoyed working the front door on a recent Friday night. Verne Borde and Alene Kercho were on the sick list. We wish you both a speedy improvement. Kenneth and Mary Ann Krivanek were soon to celebrate their 41st wedding anniversary. Likewise, Joe and Mary Ann Kozel were to celebrate their 44th wedding anniversary. Must be nice to be so young. Czech Group Coming to Texas Please note that the Hornáčká cimbálová muzika Petra Mičky will be in the United States from the Czech Republic for a tour of the Czech communities of Texas in October. Their first performance will be on Saturday, October 6 at the University of North Texas Murchison Performing Arts Center followed by a performance on Sunday, October 7 at the Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas. On Sunday, October 14, they will be at Sokol Dallas as arranged by Margaret Klecka and Dr. Jim Bezdek. There will be other action going on at the Sokol location. Margaret will have information on this soon. More on this later. This is all made possible through the efforts and endowment of the Czech Education Foundation of Texas. July 15—Ennis Czech Boys On Sunday, July 15, we will have the Ennis Czech Boys in for their first time at Lodge 92. Please come out and support this new and young group of Czech musicians. They are 18 to 21 years old and are following in the footsteps of their parents under the skillful guidance of David Slovak. Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 92 Fort Worth sets August 18 tarok tournament Lodge 92, Fort Worth will host its tarok tournament on Saturday, August 18, 2007, at Lodge 92. Registration is at 8 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. Cost is $20 per player which includes kolaches and coffee in the morning and a Czech lunch. Prizes will be awarded after each round and at the end of the tournament. For more information or to register, please call Helen Kubala (817) 237-5314. —SPJST—
Lodge 66, Waco welcomes new member Lodge 66, Waco welcomes new member Shayanna Melissa Shayanna was born Jones. December 27, 2005, and weighed five pounds, eight ounces. She is the daughter of Shauntae Desirea Jones and Devion Gamble. Her grandparents are Melissa Thorpe and Larry Thorpe and Lakethia Thompson and Jerald Thompson. Her great-grandparents are Shirley Jones and Milton Jones. Shyanna’s sales agent is Curtis Collins. —SPJST—
Shyanna Melissa Jones
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Lodge 93, Hobson meets July 12 Lodge 93, Hobson will meet Thursday, July 12, 2007, for its annual meeting at Polak’s at 7 p.m. Polak’s is located on Highway 181 between Karnes City and Kenedy. A catered meal will be served. Please RSVP to Clara Bell Ahrens (830) 780-3709 no later than July 4. We hope to see you at Polak’s on July 12! —SPJST—
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Lodge 107 Floresville reports on June meeting Dear Vestnik Readers, President Pruski called the meeting to order at 3:07 p.m. Youth member Travis Purchis led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased members. Roll call was taken—Larry and Roxanne Bertrand were absent.
Treasurer Korus reported the expenditures and the balance of the treasury. Financial Secretary Bielefield reported two new policies—Scott Carpenter and Jennifer Carpenter, and one termination. There was no correspondence. The FAC report by Polly Bayer gave fraternal updates: June 14 is Flag Day and June 17 is Father’s Day. The FAC Mid-Term report is due by July 13. The End-of-Summer Get-Away in Corpus Christi is August 10 to 12. The Little Golden
Book drive is ongoing, and donations are greatly appreciated. Changes to the 20-year and 30-year term have been made. FAC Bayer reported about the lodge’s liability insurance and stated that we need to gather more information. District Seven Director Bob Bayer reported that everyone should report his or her individual volunteer hours to him as soon as possible so that he can keep his records up-to-date. Youth Leader Wendy Pruski reported the youth club had eight members attend summer camp this
Lodge 84, Dallas Celebrates Fellowship Day Tuesday, June 19, 2007 • Lodge 84, Dallas We had another great day on June 19, 2007, at the Lodge 84, Dallas Fellowship Day. Before lunch, our accordion players, Adolph Provazek and Laddie Gajdica, played some wonderful polkas and waltzes. Please bring your accordions again next month. We really enjoyed listening to your music. If anyone else has an instrument they want to play, please bring it next time and join in on the fun. Before eating lunch, some members socialized and others played dominos, tarok cards, and other games. If you want to learn how to
play tarok cards, come to the next fellowship day on July 17. Ben Jarma and the other tarok card players have volunteered to teach you. We had a surprise visit from SPJST District Three Director Johnnie Krizan. We were very pleased to see him and enjoyed his company. Johnnie, please come again. You are always welcome. We would like to also invite other members from the SPJST Supreme Lodge as well as members from other lodges to please come join us. We would love to see you. The Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club
members came and had their meeting before our fellowship day lunch. Some stayed to have lunch and also played bingo with us. It was good to see the young members. Come again. After lunch, we played bingo. Our caller, John Becan, kept things going. Thanks, John! After bingo, we recognized individuals who celebrated birthdays in June. Birthday wishes went out to Adolph Provazek, Norbert Blazek, and Jerome Zabojnik. A big thanks to all who brought food to share, helped serve lunch, and
helped clean up after the fellowship day. Next Fellowship Day—July 17 Our next Fellowship Day will be held on Tuesday, July 17 from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lodge 84, Dallas, located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas, Texas, 75204. Please bring your family and friends. The more the merrier! See you then. Fraternally, Lillie Maxcy Jones Martha Mahdak Frnka —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Laddie Gajdica, left, and Adolph Provazek play their accordions. CENTER PHOTO: Domino players pictured are, left to right, Helen Pokladnik, Mary Kubin, Lillie Divin, Mildred Petter,
Albina Vrla, and Milton Vrla. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club members gather for their June meeting during the Fellowship Day.
LEFT PHOTO: Tarok card players are, left to right, Bill Petter, John Divin, and Ray Vrba. CENTER PHOTO: Another table of tarok card players! They are, left to right, Larry Brannon, Ben Jarma, and Dan
Vanek. RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to Adolph Provazek, left, Norbert Blazek, center, and Jerome Zabojnik who celebrated birthdays in June.
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VĚSTNÍK year. Each present youth member gave the adult lodge a recap of what they liked best about camp. Those recaps included everything from the infamous tug-o-war mud pit to the inflatables. There were three senior leaders-in-training at camp. The camp craft was a pillowcase that was tie-dyed, and the youth and the adults signed their names on them. There was no hall manager’s report available from Roxy Bertrand. Oscar Korus made a motion to President Pruski to appoint three people to the by-law committee; one being the hall manager plus two other members. Connie Jo Purchis seconded the motion, and the motion carried. Under old business, a discussion about leveling the hall has been tabled until July. The hall is looking for a stove in good working condition to replace the older stove. New Business – The Flag Day ceremony will take place at Regency Nursing Home. All the dads who were present were acknowledged and wished a happy Father’s Day! District Seven YAD is Sunday, July 15 at the Floresville Elementary Cafeteria. Lodge members are asked to bring a dessert in individual bags to be sold at the concession stand during YAD. Please note that our August meeting has been changed due to the Corpus Christi Get-Away. We will meet on Sunday, August 5 at 6 p.m. Please, check future Vestniks for more information. Have a happy and safe Fourth of July! Fraternally, Natalie Henke, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 107 Floresville meets July 15 Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 107, Floresville has changed its meeting time! Due to the need to prepare for District Seven Youth Achievement Day, we will have our meeting after YAD on Sunday, July 15 at the Floresville Elementary Cafeteria. Fraternally, Doug Henke, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 133 San Antonio meets July 15
Lodge 148 El Maton plans July 28 dinner
Lodge 160 San Angelo meets July 8
SPJST Lodge 133, San Antonio will meet Sunday, July 15, 2007, at 2 p.m. Please join us for our meeting and games party. I look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—
Members are invited to attend the SPJST Lodge 148, El Maton appreciation dinner of Saturday, July 28, 2007, at the Blessing Community Center in Blessing, Texas, beginning at 12 noon. Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP by July 17 to Gaylynn Thurmond (361) 588-7335. —SPJST—
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo will meet Sunday, July 8, 2007, at the Wall Fire Hall at 12:30 p.m. A light meal will be provided. Fraternally, Sharon Hohmann President —SPJST—
Lodge 142 Houston meets July 8 President Keith Kieschnick called our monthly meeting to order at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 10, 2007, at our meeting room at Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall and 15th Streets in Houston, Texas, after we all enjoyed our meal at 1 p.m. All members stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and remained standing for a moment of silence for our departed member, William White. Secretary Alice Jochen held roll call of officers and read the minutes from our last month’s meeting. These stand approved as read. Financial Secretary-Treasurer’s report was given by Chuck Whitchurch. President Keith Kieschnick did sign a contract for our lodge property on Nolda Street. We welcome one new member into our lodge—Caden Wayne Manchack—written by Sales Agent Catherine Manchack. Birthdays recognized for June are James Templain, Jessica Piedra, and Keith Kieschnick. The capsule prize for $50 went unclaimed. Next month’s prize goes to $60. The meeting adjourned at 3:10 p.m. Next Meeting—July 8 The next meeting of Lodge 142, Houston will be July 8. Lunch will be at 1 p.m., and the meeting will begin at 2 p.m. at Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall and 15th Streets. I hope to see you all there again! Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Presents Scholarships Lodge 88, Houston is proud to announce four recipients of scholarships. Each graduating senior will receive $500 to help with the expenses of their higher education. Crystal Nicole Anders is the daughter of Julie and Jimmy Anders. Her grandparents are Margie and Ernest Anders. Crystal graduated from Langham Creek High School and plans to attend Blinn College to major in nursing. Sandra Kay Darilek is the daughter of Nan and David Darilek. Her grandparents are Celestine and Rudy Darilek. Sandra graduated from Bellaire High School and plans to attend Texas A&M to major in mathematics.
Meghan Earline Fisher is the daughter of Mary and Lewis Fisher. Her grandmother is Earline Hoffman. Meghan graduated from Cy-Fair High School and is undecided on her college. Meghan wants to major in physical therapy. Matthew David Martinak is the son of Annette and Richard Martinak. His grandparents are Ruth and Robert Martinak. Matt graduated from Spring High School and plans to attend Texas Tech to major in engineering. We wish each of these fine young adults success as they move on to the next phase of their lives. —Lodge 88 Scholarship Committee —SPJST—
Pictured are, left to right, Meghan Earline Fisher, Sandra Kay Darilek, Crystal Nicole Anders, and Matthew David Martinak. They are recipients of scholarships from Lodge 88, Houston.
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Lodge 177 Academy reports on June meeting The regular meeting of Lodge 177, Academy was called to order at 7 p.m. by President Otis Beck. Louis Driska then led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers were present except Vice President Kathy May. The Sunshine Committee reported that a get well card had been sent to Harvey LaFlamme, a sympathy card had been sent to Theresa Baca whose sister had recently passed away, and a Wal-Mart gift card had been sent to Alex Garcia. Otis welcomed Alex back to our meeting tonight. How wonderful to have you back, Alex! It was also reported that Kevin Beck will be having surgery on his shoulder on June 13. Otis asked that we keep all our dear members in our prayers. Correspondence include the following: a beautiful certificate and letter of appreciation from Academy Schools for our help during Project Celebration and thank you cards from Alex Garcia and Dorothy Lisenbe. The minutes from the May meeting were approved as presented. Committee reports for May were approved. Old business—Otis reported that two new bookings have been made due to our advertising. New business—Christine Beck brought up the question as to whether we could meet bi-monthly. Otis stated that we would give the suggestion some thought and asked that the possibility be discussed at the next trustees meeting. New members—Randolph E. Castillo, Sr. was unanimously voted in as a member of Lodge 177, Academy. FAC Bill Hutka reported on the August 10 to 12 trip to Corpus Christi where those who are going will stay at the Emerald Beach Holiday Inn at $95 per room. Bill also reported that Flag Day, June 14, will be commemorated at the SPJST Home Office at 10 a.m. and former State Comptroller John Sharp will be the speaker. Bill reminded us that the FAC mid-term reports are due. Bill announced that Sunday is Father’s Day and presented the oldest father present, Alex Garcia (83), and youngest father present, Otis Beck (71), with special gifts. We wish all our fathers a very special Father’s Day! Our social was also discussed. We
SPJST couple celebrates golden anniversary Lawrence and Bernice Janecka celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 30, 2007, at a reception with family and friends in the Parish Hall of St. Thomas Catholic Church where they were married on June 22, 1 9 5 7 . During their marriage, they have resided in the cities of Beaumont, Corsicana, Eastland, and Fort Worth, Texas. Lawrence and Bernice have two children, Doug Janecka and wife Cristi and Rudy Janecka and wife will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Golden Corral on July 11. Jackie Beck made the motion that the meeting adjourn; Shirley McCrea seconded. Motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m. Fraternally, Joanne Hutka —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton meets July 8 The July date and time of the Lodge 202, Jourdanton meeting has been changed to Sunday, July 8, 2007, at 3 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center. Every Day Heroes will be recognized. Members are asked to bring school supplies for the “Stuff the Bus” project. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
Beth. They have seven grandchildren—Julie Kinnaird and husband Alan, Chris Janecka and wife Amanda, Shanna and Dylan Janecka, and Chris, Caitlyn, and R y a n Humphries. Lawrence retired from Lone Star Gas Company after 31 years of service. Bernice is currently employed as a legal assistant for B.C. Cornish. Lawrence is a member of Lodge 92, Fort Worth, and Bernice is a member of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. —SPJST—
Ennis Sewing Circle The Ennis Sewing Circle met on June 14, 2007, with 16 members and one guest—Julius Podhrasky. President Sadie Kubin called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was held for all our lost soldiers. It was announced that June 14 was Flag Day. Libbie Vrla had on white pants and a white tee-shirt with a flag on the front. That was very nice. Vlasta Laznovsky read the minutes, and Lil Kosarek gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as read. Sylvia Laznovsky reported the Junior Sokol gymnast group made well on the quilt raffle. I’m sorry to say Lisa Greger from the Vestnik office didn’t win. Maggie Holy from Ennis was the lucky winner. Last Sunday at church, Maggie sat behind us, and I just had to turn around and congratulate her. She was so happy and excited that it was so pretty. Someone talked with Geraldine Zhanel, and she saw the picture of the quilt in the Vestnik. How pretty she thought it was and wants to make one just like it. Lil Kosarek has started more squares for next year’s quilt. She thinks it will be even prettier. I’m sure she will be bringing squares soon for us to sew.
VĚSTNÍK We were happy to see Eleanora Pelzel after her knee surgery. She is doing really well. She thanked everyone for all her cards, phone calls, and kindness shown her during her recovery. We were also glad to see Dorothy Booth. She had a cracked knee and is also doing well. We missed you both since both of you are quilters. Sunshine Lady Eleanora announced our June birthday celebrants—Mildred Krajca, Marie Vrla, Sylvia Laznovsky, and Lil Laznovsky. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Marie and Sylvia. Dorothy Prachyl reported attending Bernice and Edward Rejcek’s 50th wedding anniversary. Annie Vrana, Bernice’s mother and our member, was there in a wheelchair. How nice and happy she seemed. Dorothy also read a couple of funnies from a paper. I can’t remember what they were, but I remember we all laughed. Thanks, Dorothy. We needed that. Linda Waldo, Sidney Bridewell’s daughter, reminded everyone to be very careful of mosquito bites. Her husband is a doctor in Dallas, and there already have been two cases of West Nile. They don’t tell you that on television. Be very careful. We were happy to have Kay Lynn Kovar join us now that school is out. We missed Ella Mae Zmolek. She sent word that she was very busy and unable to attend. Pat Fowler was busy getting ready for her son Michael’s wedding in Tyler. Rosie Bednar comes with Pat so she was absent. I didn’t hear from Esther Cunningham. I hope she is not sick—probably on a trip. Betty Landsfeld had a doctor’s appointment. Geraldine Zhanel is back in the hospital. Let’s keep her and all our other members in our prayers. We miss you all. It was good to see Bertha Podhrasky. We quilted the beautiful Dutch doll quilt for Dorothy Prachyl. I must tell you the story about the Dutch doll squares. Several years back when Victoria Novy was still with us, Eleanora would pick her up and take her places. One day, she asked Eleanora to come in because she wanted to show her something. She had a big stack of Dutch doll squares made and no one in her family wanted them. She didn’t even think it would be enough for a quilt. She asked Eleanora if she wanted them. Eleanora started counting, and there were 86 squares. Can you imagine? She was tickled to get them. She gave Dorothy Prachyl enough for a
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VĚSTNÍK top, Geraldine Zhanel enough for a top, and kept enough for a top for herself and still had six squares for a baby quilt. Victoria had no idea how happy these ladies would be. I feel she was looking and smiling down on us quilting. Dorothy Prachyl thanked all the quilters: Eleanora Pelzel, Dorothy Booth, Dorothy Kudrna, Bessie Laznovsky, Kay Lynn Kovar, and Georgie Morales. It quilted very easily. Marie Vrla brought the door prize, and it was won by Dorothy Prachyl. We had our little gift exchange which is always fun. Thank you everyone for the delicious lunch. As always, I ate too
much. My sister Libbie shamed me, but it was all very good. You just have to taste everything. Thank you to the clean-up crew. President Sadie announced our next meeting will be July 12. We will not quilt, but will have elephant sale and show and tell. We will meet around 10 a.m., have the sale, lunch, short meeting, and show and tell. The show and tell does not have to be old items just things you want to show and talk about. We will not have a door prize and the little gift exchange. So remember July 12. Bring items to sell, items to show, covered dish for lunch, and lots of money to buy.
Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point member to participate in state pageant Miss Nicole M. Kyler, age 17, has been chosen as a State Finalist in the National American Miss Texas Pageant to be held July 30, 2007, at the beautiful Hotel Intercontinental Dallas. The pageant is held for girls ages 16 through 18. The winner of the pageant will receive a $1,000 cash award, the official crown and banner, a bouquet of roses, and air transportation to compete in the national pageant at Disneyland in California. The National American Miss pageants are dedicated to celebrating America’s greatness and encouraging its future leaders. Each year, the pageant awards thousands in scholarships and prizes to recognize and assist in the development of young women nationwide. All activities are age-appropriate and family-oriented. Families interested in learning more about this unique and outstanding youth program may visit www.namiss.com. The National American Miss pageants are for “today’s girl” and “tomorrow’s leaders.” The pageant program is based on inner beauty, as well as poise and presentation, and offers an “All-American spirit of fun for family and friends.” Emphasis is placed on the impor-
tance of gaining self-confidence, learning new skills, learning good attitudes about competition, and setting and achieving personal goals. The pageant seeks to recognize the accomplishments of each girl while encouraging her to set goals for the future. Miss Kyler’s activities include being a student trainer for Belton High School’s Athletic program and actively participating in SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club. She also enjoys going to her school’s football games, watching hockey and baseball games, horseback riding, and swimming. Miss Kyler’s sponsors include Ransom Bail Bonds; SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point; SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club; and family and friends. She would like to thank all who contributed to her for this pageant. For tickets and directions to the pageant, please contact Nicole Kyler at (254) 217-1547. Tickets are $15 each and children ages three and under do not need a ticket if they sit in a parent’s lap. The pageant finale is approximately two hours, and anyone and everyone is invited to attend! —SPJST—
PROUD OF AMERICA
Everyone is welcome so come join us. We have a great time. Stay well and happy.
Georgie Morales Reporter —SPJST—
The past couple of years have brought about many challenges to our freedom and way of life as Americans. On July 4, as we celebrate the birth of our country’s freedom, we realize more than ever just how precious that freedom is. As Americans, we proudly salute the efforts of our country’s men and women in uniform, who bravely fight to secure the liberty and way of life we hold so dear. Their efforts serve not only to protect us, but to protect our children, grandchildren and many future generations to come. This Independence Day, we celebrate the birth of our great country with renewed enthusiasm, respect and thankfulness.
We are so very proud to be Americans.
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Fort Worth Ladies Circle We were serenaded with accordion music before our meeting. Our president thanked Joe for furnishing the music. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Then, Linda Horner read a meaningful piece for us to think about. Gloria Farek welcomed our guest, Mary Schneider. We also had Marlene Ford and Judy Branton. Marlene and Judy helped their mothers in the kitchen to host our lunch. Thank you, ladies. Joyce Tesar reported that we will have a country and western dance on July 1. The band will sponsor a cornbread and beans meal. On July 15, we will have a polka dance with music by The Ennis Polka Boys. Both dances will be from 3 to 7 p.m. The price is $7 each. The ladies in our circle will furnish dessert for the District Three YAD lunch at our hall on June 24. A signup sheet for volunteers to bake was handed around. A motion was made by Doris Overstreet to have Vance Godby cater our lunch for our July meeting. It was seconded by Ann Schneider and passed unanimously. Ladies, next month you don’t bring a covered dish nor a dessert. A vote was taken to see when we will go as a group to Windstar. August 15 was the most popular date. If you missed the meeting and would like to go with us, please call one of the officers so we can reserve a seat on the bus for you. Willie Mae Becan suggested we might have Al Meadenka entertain us with some guitar music at our next month’s meeting. Everyone agreed. There were several jokes read for some laughs. Birthday wishes went to Helen Kubala, Robyn Brownlee, and Marlene Ford. Door prizes were won by Alice Barnes, Mona Hattendorf, Lucy Martinez, Mary Windham, Liz Howard, Kathy Ormsbee, Evelyn Scaff, Mary Ann Kozel, Billy Jean Lewellen, and Hermina Cihacek. Grace was given by Linda Horner. The meeting was adjourned, and we had a delicious lunch. Remember, members, we are having a catered lunch and entertainment at our July 10 meeting. See you all there for more fun. Fraternally, Evelyn Scaff, Secretary —SPJST—
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 as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge name/number and your contact phone number. Thank you! July 7 Jarosek family—at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor hall. Please RSVP to Patsy Pilchiek (325) 423-0722. Submitted by Eva Herman, Lodge 88, Houston. July 8 Descendants of John and Anna (Sefčik) Jez—at the Central Texas Sportsman’s Club near Lake Belton, Belton, Texas. For information, contact Jan Huber (254) 778-7697. Submitted by Irene Marek, Lodge 24, Cyclone. July 14 Macik family—at the SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Hall. Please contact us via email macikreunion@yahoo.com. For information, contact Warren Howell (713) 827-7780; or Adina Akin (713) 869-5676. Submitted by Richard Akin, Lodge 88, Houston. July 14 Families of Josef and Rosina Orsak, Simon and Marie Bartoš, Josef Macha, Anton and Christine Mocek, and Jan and Andela Pribyla—at the Portwood Civic Center, Seymour, Texas. For meal reservations and details, call Felicia Fillingim (806) 863-2824. Submitted by Tim Orsak, Lodge 73, Seymour. July 14 Bartek family—at Seaton School Cafeteria, Seaton, Texas. Submitted by Nancy Bigon, Lodge 29, Taylor. July 15 Bomarton Community Homecoming—at the Portwood
Civic Center, Seymour, Texas. Contact Wayne Bartos, 2102 Greenway Street, Arlington, Texas 76010 by July 6 for meal reservations. Submitted by Tim Orsak, Lodge 73, Seymour. July 21 Zycha family—at Crosby Community Center, Crosby, Texas. RSVP by July 10 to Raymond Zycha; Frankie Zycha; or Dorothy Zycha (281) 8391240. Submitted by Dorothy Ann Walts, Lodge 65, Crosby. July 29 Balusek-Stojanek families—at SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville hall. Submitted by, Beverly J. Teplicek, Lodge 49, Rowena. —SPJST—
UrbanovskyPustejovsky families Descendants and families of Frank and Karolina Urbanovsky, Vinc, Ludmilla Pustejovsky, John, August, Frank, and Joe Urbanovsky will have their reunion on Sunday, July 8, 2007, at SPJST Lodge 54, West, Lone Star Hall in West, Texas. For information, contact Dolores Vrana (972) 875-1589; joedol@sbcglobal.net; or Virginia Webb (512) 863-2497. Submitted by, Dorothy Stiff Lodge 54, West —SPJST—
Mogonye family The 37th annual reunion of the John and Eva Dujka Mogonye family is Sunday, August 5, 2007, at 12 noon at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, located at 401 East Eighth Street in Elgin, Texas. Please bring your favorite meat, salad, and dessert dishes. Drinks and
utensils will be provided. Please bring any items suitable for the silent auction. Also, bring your dominoes and white elephant gifts for our traditional game of bingo. Bring family photos (especially new grandchildren) and family history information. Submitted by, Bob Haisler Lodge 18, Elgin —SPJST—
Beran family The 21st Beran family reunion will be held on Sunday, August 12, 2007, at the American Legion Hall in Moulton, Texas. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Dinner will be served at 12 noon. The Beran clan are descendants of these original families: Charles and Mary (Pryor) Beran; Vinc and Anna (Beran) Darilek; Kristian and Maria (Beran) Sembera; John and Carolina (Beran) Valenta; John and Frances (Beran) Novak; Joe and Theresa (Beran) Bartusek; Martin and Christina (Beran) Pesek; John, Sr. and Mary (Beran) Maresh. The main dish of fried chicken will be provided. The cost is $2 per person. Each family is asked to bring two of the following covered dishes—dressing, vegetable, salad, or dessert. BYOB—The hall does not have a liquor license. If you wish, please bring an item for the door prize or auction. Please RSVP no later than July 31 to Margie Hanslik (361) 573-9688 in Victoria; email amhanslik@sbcglobal.net; Vlasta Pavlas (361) 596-4449; Patsy Zamykal (512) 837-7447 in Austin; or email patsy@danzedavis.com. We hope to see you on August 12. Please share this information with other family members. —SPJST—
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SPJST Youth Section
State Youth Director: year is off to a great start
Dear Youth Leaders, We’re off to a great start with our 2007-2008 SPJST youth year! During the month of June alone we have experienced and enjoyed Leaders-InTraining (LIT) Retreat at YMCA Hamman Ranch, Youth Achievement Days in Districts Three and Five, and two great camps in Districts Six and Seven. That’s in addition to all of the chaperone training and local lodge activities that have also been taking place. LIT Retreat Our annual Leaders-In-Training Retreat June 1 through June 3 provided a great opportunity for our older SPJST youth club members to come out and have fun and acquire some valuable skills. Thanks for your posi-
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 tive feedback on several of the sessions. How about the rodeo that we attended? I have never been to what felt like a backyard rodeo before. That was great! Thanks to all of the LITs and chaperones for doing their part in keeping the cabins neat and tidy the whole time we were at camp. I believe one of the best things about LIT retreat this year was the fact that our chaperones were able to participate and get to know the LITs better since the YMCA staff helped run the program for us. I hope that everyone had a good time, and the training that the LITs received this year will serve them well at their camps. Flag Day Contest Winners Congratulations to all of the winners in our Flag Day contest. The essay contest winners are as follows: Grand Prize Winner Jerrod Ryan Lodge 25, Ennis
Kindergarten to 8 Years Dillon Narro Lodge 17, New Tabor Ages 9 to 11 Shelby Carpenter Lodge 107, Floresville Ages 12 to 14 Magan Palomo Lodge 239, Hondo Ages 15 to High School Senior Jerrod Ryan Lodge 25, Ennis For their efforts, each of the age division winners will receive a $50 Academy Outdoors and Sports Store gift card. For winning the Grand Prize award, Jerrod Ryan, who read his winning essay at the SPJST Home Office Flag Day Ceremony on June 14, will receive a $150 Academy gift card. Congratulations to all of our winners, and thanks to the 21 boys and girls who entered the competition. In the Flag Day Coloring Contest, a total of 79 entries were received. Winners’ names were selected in a random drawing. The winners were: Zakary Laitkep (age 6) Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Blythe Vitek (age 6) Lodge 1, Fayetteville Jonathan Mireles (age 8) Lodge 154, Fort Worth Ty Stock (age 6) Lodge 24, Cyclone District Youth Achievement Days Our District Youth Achievement
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Days are in progress. Please refer to the following schedule for your District YAD. Youth leaders, please note that YAD cards are due to your DYC 20 days before your district’s YAD. Please call your DYC for more information. There have been some questions about what is appropriate for the talent competition at YAD. In order to be fair to all participants, we will be using the rating system that the Motion Picture Association of America uses. All talent needs to have a “G” rating. The following statement is taken from the rule book, and the next tells about the rating system. If you have any questions, contact your District Youth Counselor. Talent and talent costumes must be in good taste and age appropriate. The DYC at District YAD (State Youth Director at State YAD) will determine talent and talent costume appropriateness. Talent must be age appropriate and not offensive to the audience. What is Deemed Appropriate? The audience at YAD ranges from small infants to grandparents, so all talent should be rated “G”. According to the Motion Picture Association Of America a G-Rated movie is defined as: A film which contains nothing in theme, language, nudity and sex, violence, etc. that
Congratulations, 2007-2008 SPJST District Three Royalty!
LEFT PHOTO: SPJST representatives congratulate the newlycrowned 2007-2008 District Three Royalty. The royalty was crowned June 24 at Lodge 92, Fort Worth during District Three Youth Achievement Day. Pictured are, front, left to right, Duchess Reagan Moore and Queen Julia Tucker, both of Lodge 6, Cottonwood, and King Blake Ryan and Duke Austen Holland, both of Lodge 25, Ennis. BACK: Assistant DYC Lynda Novak, District Three Youth Counselor Bessie Petr, Assistant DYC Diana Engelke, John Engelke, State Youth
Director John Hoelscher, and District Three Director Johnnie Krizan. RIGHT PHOTO: 2006-2007 District Three/State Royalty congratulate the 2007-2008 District Three Royalty. They are, left to right, State Duchess Madeline Clark and State Queen Raychel Clark, both of Lodge 25, Ennis, District Three Duchess Reagan Moore, Queen Julia Tucker, King Blake Ryan, Duke Austen Holland, and State King Ryan Edwards and State Duke Zachary McManus, both of Lodge 84, Dallas.
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Some snippets of language may go beyond polite conversation, but they are common everyday expressions. No stronger words are present in Grated films. The violence is at a minimum. Nudity and sex scenes are not present, nor are there any drug use content. It will be the responsibility of the youth leader to make sure that the talent from their lodges has a “G” rating.
VĚSTNÍK District Youth Achievement Days District One YAD—July 15 Caldwell Civic Center District Two YAD—July 22 Lodge 18, Elgin District Three YAD—June 24 Lodge 92, Fort Worth District Four YAD—July 22 Abilene District Five YAD—July 1 Lodge 88, Houston District Six YAD—July 15 Taiton Community Center District Seven YAD—July 15 Floresville Elementary School District Camps District One Camp—July 26 to 29 Forest Glen
District Two Camp—July 6 to 9 Camp Hope District Three Camp—July 19 to 22 Camp Hope District Four Camp—July 6 to 9 Camp Hope District Five Camp—July 15 to 18 YMCA Camp Cullen
day grace period to be turned in. If the quarterly report is not received within five days after it is due, no check will be issued for the report. Due dates for quarterly reports are as follows:
Camp Tee-Shirts Still Available This year’s camp tee-shirts are available for sale. If you have not ordered your shirts, we still have some available for purchase. Tee-shirts will be delivered to summer camp, or you can have them mailed to you.
A youth club roster of all youth who attended their meeting must accompany all quarterly reports. The roster should be signed by each child at each meeting. Enclosed in the youth leader’s mailing is a sheet that can be used as your sign in roster. It should be sent in with the quarterly reports. If you and your youth club would like to plan to take a trip to the SPJST
Quarterly Reports Grace Period Quarterly reports will have a five
September 15 • December 15 March 15 • June 15
SPJST Cross Training (July Vestnik Project) - Flood Safety This project earns a maximum 40 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than August 15, 2007 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
Flood Safety
Name__________________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________
Since it has been raining so much recently, Dave decided to learn how to be safe in a flood. Please help him be ready by filling in the blanks and answering the questions below.
Flash floods are the number one weather-related killer in the United States. Nearly half of flash flood deaths are auto related. When the rain starts and doesn’t look like it’s going to end, listen to the radio and television for the latest information and instructions for your area. A FLASH FLOOD WATCH means a flood is possible for your area.
A FLASH FLOOD WARNING means flooding is taking place in your area or will soon. Before a Flood • Have a disaster plan. • Prepare a disaster supplies kit for your home and car. Include a first aid kit, canned food, can opener, bottled water, batteryoperated radio, flashlight, protective clothing and written instructions on how to turn off electricity, gas, and water.
During a Flood • Move to a safe area quickly. • Move to higher ground, like the highest floor of your home. • Avoid areas subject to sudden flooding like low spots and canyons. • Avoid already flooded areas. If a flowing stream of water is above your ankles stop, turn around and go the other way. • Do not attempt to drive through a flooded road. The depth of the water is not obvious and the road may be washed away. • If your car stalls, leave it and seek higher ground. Rapidly rising water may engulf the car, pick it up and sweep it away. • Kids should never play around high water, storm drains or viaducts. • Be cautious at night because it’s harder to see flood dangers. • If told to evacuate, do so immediately. After a Flood • Boil drinking water. • Electrical equipment should be checked and dried before use.
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Flash floods are the #1 weather-related
killer in the ___________ ___________. 2. A _________ __________ __________ means flooding is taking place in your area or will soon. 3. A _________ _________ _________ means a flood is possible for your area. 4. List two things that you should do before a flood. ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ 5. List five things that you should do during a flood. ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________
Source: http://www.weatherwizkids.com/flood.htm
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VĚSTNÍK Museum, we will now provide a lunch for your group. All you have to do is give me a call about a week before your group wants to come, and I will make the best grilled chili dogs you have ever had at no charge to your youth club. Fraternally, John Hoelscher State Youth Director —SPJST—
2006-2007 SPJST Youth Clubs’ Fourth Quarterly Report
Districts Two and Four Camp July 6 to 9 Camp Hope Dear District Two and District Four Youth Members, Are you ready to have a “rock” in good time at camp this year? It’s only a couple of weeks away. We have a great time planned for all of you. Camp is just a “stone’s” throw away
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March • April • May District One Lodge 1 9 13 17 39 186
Total Average Name Attendance Disbursement Attendance Fayetteville 47 $ 94 16 Snook 155 $310 52 Dime Box 30 $ 60 10 New Tabor 85 $170 28 Bryan 2 $ 0* less than 5 Caldwell 36 $ 72 12 District One Average Attendance - 118
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Lodge 25, Ennis youth wins at District Three YAD Lodge 25, Ennis youth invites members to YAD show and tell Dear Readers, We will be having our show and tell at the next meeting on July 12. Come see our group talent and our projects. I won second place in needlework and third place in handicrafts. This year, there was a lot of people to compete against in every category. Most of the stuff that won was from Lodge 25, I think. I kept hearing Bessie say, “Lodge 25 won again.” That was kind of funny. I’m glad our lodge is so talented! See our members at the next meeting and all my friends at camp next month! Fraternally, Dustin Motley —SPJST—
Dear Readers, Youth Achievement Day is over. I won lots of prizes. I won first place in sewing; second place on our group talent; and third place on my individual talent. I think this year, the kolaches were the hardest because we have never made them before, and according to Momma, we never will again. I’m kind of glad YAD is over because we don’t have to worry about our projects anymore and practice—practice—practice, except when we have to show them at the adult meeting in July. The next big thing to come up is camp, and I am really looking forward to that. Last year was my first year, and I was kind of scared at first. But I know what is going to happen this year, and I am very excited. Come see us at the adult meeting in July to see what we entered at YAD and also see our talent acts. Fraternally, Tori Motley —SPJST—
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Elgin 18 $ 36 Granger 22 $ 44 Cyclone 51 $102 Taylor 19 $ 38 Seaton 70 $140 Beyersville 40 $ 80 Holland 28 $ 56 Rosebud 21 $ 42 Morgan’s Point 24 $ 48 District Two Average Attendance - 96
6 7 17 6 23 13 9 7 8
6 25 54 66 84 92 154 183
Cottonwood 26 $ 52 9 Ennis 48 $ 96 16 West 11 $ 0* less than 5 Waco 6 $ 0* less than 5 Dallas 20 $ 40 7 Fort Worth 31 $ 62 10 $186 31 93 Fort Worth Arlington 22 $ 44 7 District Three Average Attendance - 86
76 215 219 229
Wichita Falls 8 $ 0* less than 5 South Plains 16 $ 32 5 El Paso 26 $ 52 less than 5 Abilene 34 $ 68 11 District Four Average Attendance - 28
88 142 162
Houston 15 $ 30 5 Houston 7 $ 0* less than 5 9 $ 54 27 lowa Colony District Five Average Attendance - 16
4 30 32 40 97 148
Hallettsville 22 $ 44 43 $ 86 Taiton Victoria 16 $ 32 El Campo-Hillje 27 $ 54 Placedo 18 $ 36 El Maton 16 $ 32 District Six Average Attendance - 46
107 185 202 239 247 258
Floresville 21 $ 42 7 New Braunfels 48 $ 96 16 17 $104 52 Jourdanton Hondo 12 $ 0* less than 5 San Marcos 12 $ 0* less than 5 less than 5 $ 0* 10 Seguin District Seven Average Attendance - 51
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District Four
District Five
District Six 7 14 5 9 6 5
District Seven
State Fourth Quarter Average Attendance - 441 * Youth clubs with an average of less than five active members do not receive any funds during the quarter.
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at Camp Hope (formerly Camp Val Verde) in McGregor, beginning at 10 a.m. on July 6, 2007. We are so excited! Please arrive no earlier than 9:45 a.m. so that everything will be ready. Our camp will end on July 9 at 5 p.m. Parents, please do not pick up your camper before 5 p.m. unless prior arrangements have been made with me. We have so many events planned for camp. Our leaders-in-training left their workshop so excited. They discussed and planned camp activities all
VĚSTNÍK the way home. They have been very busy planning some special treats for all you campers. We will have “rock” climbing (challenge course), homemade “rocky” road ice cream, karaoke, Flintstones cars/themed party, Viva Rock Vegas, hayride, camp songs and dances, along with our normal camp activities of swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, volleyball, crafts, and hikes. I hope each of you is planning to attend. This year’s camp will be bigger and “boulder” (sic) than ever before. Yabba, dabba do!
Camp Hope has a new owner, and along with that comes some new rules. All visitors will be checked at the main gate. We have scheduled a visitation time for Saturday, July 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. This is the only time visitors will be allowed. Parents may join us for a hamburger supper at the river. I do need to know in advance if you will be coming so that we know how many burgers to prepare. Please email me at p_koslovsky@yahoo.com before June 20 if you are coming. Please help get this information out to
all family, parents, and any others who are planning on visiting us at camp. Packing List Here’s the list of things to pack: • Twin sheets, light cover or sleeping bag • Pillow, towels, and washcloths • Clothes for five days (includes one extra set) • Tennis shoes—a must • Long pants (mandatory for riding horses)
Scenes from SPJST District Three Youth Achievement Day Sunday, June 24, 2007 • Lodge 92, Fort Worth
Thanks to Lodge 92, Fort Worth for hosting this year’s District Three YAD. LEFT PHOTO: Assisting at the event are, left to right, Al Kercho, Mary Ann Krivanek, Alene Kercho, and Staci Hubenak, all of Lodge 92. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 92 cooks and serves up a
delicious spaghetti lunch. Pictured are, left to right, Sherrie Kubala Watkins, Kris Krengle, Gayle Krengle, Kristin Scaff, Jan Taborsky, and Evelyn Scaff. RIGHT PHOTO: Rome Milan, second from right, entertains youth and adults with clay masterpieces!
LEFT PHOTO: District Three Queen and Duchess contestants await the processional. Duchesses are, front, left to right, Kaitlyn Daniel of Lodge 183, Arlington and Allison Moore and Reagan Moore, both of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Back: Chelsea Reed of Lodge 183, Arlington and Courtney Halbert and Julia Tucker, both of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. CENTER PHOTO: Thanks to all members of Lodge 92 who assisted
during the day. Pictured are, left to right, Melissa, Cheryl, Gordon (Lodge 92 President), and Holly Hubenak (Lodge 92 Youth Leader). RIGHT PHOTO: Thanks to all youth leaders for their work with YAD. Pictured are Youth Leader Sheri Humphreys, Assistant Youth Leader Brenda Carmin, and Assistant Youth Leader Sheila Cornell, all of Lodge 154, Fort Worth.
LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to District Three Youth Counselor Bessie Petr, left, on a successful YAD. She is pictured with the day’s master of ceremonies Mary Steinman of Lodge 154, Fort Worth and Assistant DYC Lynda Novak of Lodge 84, Dallas. CENTER PHOTO: Thanks to the tabula-
tors. They are, left to right, District Three Director Johnnie Krizan, Sherrie Kubala Watkins, Norma McClendon, and Cheryl Hubenak, all of Lodge 92. RIGHT PHOTO: Tabulators are, left to right, Mary Ann Krivanek and Pam Durham, both of Lodge 92, and George Pauling of Lodge 66, Waco.
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VĚSTNÍK • Personal items (toothbrush, soap, shampoo, etc) • Swimsuit and beach towel • Sunscreen • Flashlight • Shaving cream (non-menthol) • Water balloons • Flintstone’s/Stone-age costume Optional: • Camera, fans with extension cords, tapes, CDs, movies Please do not bring any food to camp. We will have plenty, and we do not want to share the cabins with ants. All articles should be labeled with youth’s name. Do not bring any expensive clothes, games, or personal items. All cell phones and electronics will be turned into the DYC. We cannot be responsible for the safety of these items. I’m so excited about the growth of our district’s youth clubs. I do hope all of our new members, along with those of you who have been active, will join in on all the fun we have scheduled for this summer.
Directions to Camp Hope From Temple: Take IH 35 North, exit 315 to Moody. In Moody, take a right at the light to McGregor. Go through McGregor and take a right on Highway 84 towards Waco. From the light, go about five miles to Val Verde Road (there is a sign on the highway). Take Val Verde Road, and follow the paved road and the signs to Camp Hope. Have a safe trip. My phone numbers are (254) 7181606 - cell and (254) 985-2396 home. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
District Two YAD Sunday, July 15 Lodge 18, Elgin Dear Members, A warm welcome is extended to all District Two members, family, and friends to attend our annual District Two Youth Achievement Day to be held on Sunday, July 22, 2007. Lodge 18, Elgin will host this year’s youth spectacular. A special welcome is extended to members of all other districts, Supreme Lodge Officers and Directors. I am looking forward to your attendance. We have many talented youth, and your support in attending their special day will be very much appreciated. I am very proud of our youth. They have put in countless hours all year for this special day. I wish each of you the very best. Each youth participating is a winner. All kolaches entered will be auctioned off with the proceeds going to the SPJST Education and Nature Center. The day promises to be filled with
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great entertainment by our youth with royalty speeches, talent, and viewing crafts. The day’s program will be: 9:15 a.m. All workers arrive. 10 to 11:15 a.m. Registration (No late registration.) 11:15 a.m. to 12 noon Lunch 12 noon Presentation of Flags Welcome Special Awards Craft Judging Introduction of Royalty Contestants Royalty Competition Begins Introduction of Royalty Judges Interview Royalty Contestants Royalty Winners Announced Break Individual Talent Group Talent Evening Meal
Scenes from SPJST District Three Youth Achievement Day Sunday, June 24, 2007 • Lodge 92, Fort Worth
LEFT PHOTO: Bringing in the flags are District Three Flag Bearers Talia Milan and Shelby Boxberger, both of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. PHOTO 2: Congratulations to the king and duke contestants. Pictured are, front, left to right, Austen Holland of Lodge 25, Ennis and Kyler Dunlap of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. Back: Blake Ryan of Lodge 25 and Andrew Dulock of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. PHOTO 3:
Thanks to Assistant DYC Diana Engelke and husband John for all of their assistance. RIGHT PHOTO: Pam Durham of Lodge 92 places a bid on a tray of kolaches made and donated by a youth club member. All proceeds from the silent auction benefitted the SPJST Gladys Yates Memorial Scholarship Fund. Thanks to everyone who donated and purchased kolaches.
LEFT PHOTO: Helen and Albert Kubala of Lodge 92, Fort Worth. PHOTO 2: Anna Johnson, left, and Rose Steinman, both of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. PHOTO 3: Lodge 25, Ennis President Eugene
Dolezal, left, and Lodge 6, Cottonwood President Milton Peterson. RIGHT PHOTO: Henrietta and Jerry Milan of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. Jerry is president of the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM).
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Lodge 1, Fayetteville Youth Members Attend LIT Retreat By Brittany Thompson, Lodge 1 Youth Club Reporter On June 1, 2007, JW Evans, Mavrick Evans, and Brittany Thompson rode with Mr. Ronnie (Lodge 1 Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt) to Leaders-inTraining Retreat in Bandera, Texas. On June 2, we split into two groups. One went to the ropes course while
the other endured first aid training. After about two hours, the groups switched. That night, everyone went to a rodeo and had a great time. On June 3, we tie-dyed pillowcases. Then, we headed home. —SPJST—
Participation Awards Craft Viewing/Silent Auction Awards: Crafts, Talent, and Points Live Auction of First Place Kolaches 5:30 p.m. (approximately) Closing Comments We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, July 22 at Lodge 18, Elgin. This day is for everyone, even if you do not have a youth participating. Come out and enjoy the talent and fellowship. All of us together will make District Two YAD a memorable success for our youth. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Learns to Make Kolaches Dear Readers, My summer vacation so far has been “all things Czech!” It started with the Ennis Polka Festival. It was raining all weekend, but it was still fun! Strudel—Annie Martinek-style Next, I brought my accordion and some strudel ingredients to my greatgrandma’s house. She taught me her secret to making delicious strudel “Annie Martinek style.”
Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club President Blake Ryan learns to make kolaches, a Czech pastry. He is pictured making kolaches with his youth leader, Margaret Krajca.
Kolache Making Finally, my youth leader, Margaret Krajca taught me how to make kolaches. We practiced three times before YAD. I’ve always been good at eating kolace and strudel, now I’m good at making them, too! Blake Ryan President —SPJST—
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District Seven YAD Sunday, July 15 Floresville School
Lodge 24, Cyclone youth looking forward to camp
District Seven Youth Achievement Day will be held on July 15, 2007, at the Floresville Elementary School. Please see the map on page three of this week’s Vestnik. Lodge 107, Floresville will be this year’s hosting lodge. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 11:15 a.m. A concession stand will open at 11 a.m. with hot dogs, nachos, frito pies, drinks, and desserts available. The program will begin at 12 noon with royalty followed by talent. Please come out to support our youth as they have been working hard all year preparing for this special day. We hope to have a good turn out and see you there. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski District Seven Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Dear Readers, On June 14, I attended the Flag Day celebration at the SPJST Home Office. I enjoyed the speeches, especially John Sharp’s comments. And, the snacks at the reception were delicious! I am having a fantastic summer. I am taking tennis lessons and volunteering at the VA Hospital two days a week. I am also working on all my entries for YAD. I went to LIT camp, and I look forward to helping at District Two camp. See you there! Fraternally, Stephanie Vanicek —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club reports on June meeting Dear Readers, On June 9, 2007, Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club had its meeting at the Summit swimming pool. We discussed upcoming events such as YAD and camp. We then took a picture of the youth club for our poster. District Two had its annual swim party at the pool afterwards, and everyone enjoyed swimming, talking with friends, and eating snacks. Our next meeting will be Sunday, July 1 at 2 p.m. at Flag Hall. We will practice any YAD skits and royalty speeches. Remember to be ready for some messy outside water games— bring a towel! Fraternally, Sam Vanicek, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor youth: fun at bowling center Dear Vestnik, Today, I went to the bowling center, and I had lots of fun. I won my
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first game with 75 points. Brandon Girod, Chandee Bachmeyer, and Lindsay Charpentier were in my group. When it was over, we went to Double Daves to eat pizza. Then, we went to Georgetown to see the flooding. Half of the road was flooded. Kaitlyn Whatley —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club meets July 11 Our July and August meetings are going to be held before the adult lodge meetings due to conflicts with summer events. Next Meeting—July 11 Our next meeting is Wednesday, July 11 at 5:30 p.m. We encourage everyone to stay for the adult meeting at 6:30 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner and music entertainment afterwards. Fraternally, Cristy Girod, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club Enjoys Bowling and Pizza Social By Cristy Girod, Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Leader On June 27, 2007, Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club had a fun time at Interstate Bowling in Round Rock. We had eight youth club members bowl along with the youth leader and assistant. We bowled one game, and Kaitlyn Whatley and Josh Barnett were the winners of the two teams.
Afterwards, we went to eat pizza at Double Dave’s. We enjoyed spending time with each other and look forward to our next social—touring Krispy Kreme. —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Austin Tyler, Blake Heap, and Chance Charpentier are ready to bowl.
RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Leader Cristy Girod and son Brandon have a great time!
BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Pictured at the bowling alley are, left to right, Lindsay Charpentier, Hailey Girod, Kaitlyn Whatley, Chandee Bachmeyer, and Brandon Girod. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Josh Barnett bowls a strike! BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Youth club members eat pizza.
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Lodge 29, Taylor youth: bowling and flooding Dear Vestnik, I had so much fun today bowling with the SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club. I won 60 points, too! Kaitlyn and I watched the flooding. Lindsay Charpentier —SPJST—
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Lodge 107, Floresville Youths Celebrate Flag Day Dear Readers, My sister, Shelby Carpenter from Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club, was the winner of the SPJST Flag Day Essay contest in the ages nine to 11 category. She won a $50 gift card to Academy. She is on the tennis team at school and plans to use the gift card to buy tennis equipment. Congratulations, Shelby! My dad put up a new flag pole at
our house. On Flag Day, we played the “Star-Spangled Banner,” and Shelby raised the flag. Shelby also read her essay. Our neighbor, Doug Henke, who is also a member of Lodge 107, and his daughter Brooke joined us as we dedicated our new flag. Fraternally, Eric Carpenter, Reporter —SPJST—
know that everyone is working hard on their projects to get ready. Please tell your moms and dads that we are going to cook for you this year. Just have them call my mom so she can order your food. It will only cost $5 for chicken strips. Please call (979) 578-2762 or (979) 245-6529. Dylan Treumer —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth enjoying summer
Lodge 29, Taylor youth enjoys bowling and pizza Dear Vestnik, We went to the bowling alley today. It was really fun. I beat one of my friends by one point. We got to eat pizza after bowling, and I ate a bunch of pizza rolls. I really enjoyed it! Austin Tyler —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton to host District Six YAD Dear Vestnik Readers, I cannot wait to see everyone at District Six Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, July 15, 2007. Don’t forget that it is in Taiton this year. I
Lodge 30, Taiton asks for YAD meal count Lodge 30, Taiton will serve a meal at the District Six Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, July 15, 2007. The menu consists of chicken strips with two sides, iced tea, and dessert. The cost will be $5 per person. To order your plate, please call Marjorie Treumer (979) 578-2762 or (979) 245-6529 by July 9. We kindly ask all youth leaders to please also have a meal count to Marjorie by July 9 so that the food can be ordered. Thank you. —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth extends congratulations Dear Readers, I want to congratulate my sister Brooke for several awards she received, especially “A” honor roll and the Citizenship Award. This award is given to students in their grade level. I’m taking swimming lessons, and I went to Summer Fun. I am also working hard on Youth Achievement Day projects, and I’m doing a skit. See you at the July meeting at Seaton Star Hall at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Brandon Hoelscher —SPJST—
Dear Readers, I am having a great summer and doing lots of swimming. I hope to have some neat projects for YAD. At Salado Elementary, I received several awards at the end of school. I hope to see all of you at Seaton Star Hall on Sunday, July l, 2007. Fraternally, Brady Alexander —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: ice cream and cruise Dear Readers, I went to Summit Pool on June 9, 2007, for the SPJST District Two Swim Party. I had a great time. The next day, our family went to Galveston. On Monday, we got on a big cruise ship and went to Cozumel and Progresso. We had a great time
and ate lots of ice cream. I am working hard on my projects for YAD. Fraternally, Chase Alexander —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: proud of brother Dear Readers, Congratulations to my brother Brandon for receiving many awards in school. He received highest average in reading, science, and math. He also was on the “A” honor roll and received U.I.L awards along with five other awards at Rogers Elementary. We are working very hard on Youth Achievement Day projects. I hope to see everyone at our meeting on Sunday, July 1, 2007, at Lodge 47. I hope everyone is having a great summer! Fraternally, Brooke Hoelscher —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: “I love being in SPJST!” Dear Readers, We had the District Two Swim Party, and it was fun. I always like seeing my SPJST friends from all over. I can’t wait for camp. It is coming soon. My mom already bought me some fun stuff to take. I love being in the SPJST. It is so much fun. See you at camp! Your friend, Bayley Fulton, age 9 —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton youth ready for camp Dear Readers, Camp is next week, and I am getting really excited. I have some silly string for when we play games and get the other cabins. I can’t wait to swim and ride the horses. My mom can’t come to camp this year. I have a new baby brother, but that’s OK. Maybe she can attend next year. Bye! Abbey Fulton, age 7 —SPJST—
Lodge 107 Floresville Youth Club elects officers Dear Vestnik Readers, The Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club recently elected new officers for the 2007 - 2008 youth year. Here are the results: President Zachary Bayer Vice President Brandon Korus Secretary Shelby Carpenter Treasurer Ryan Henke Reporter Eric Carpenter Sergeant-at-Arms Travis Purchis
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Saturday, July 28. Wendy needs to have your permission slip and travel release form by July 6. Watch the Vestnik for more information about the outing. I have had a blast being our youth club’s reporter. I was elected to be the new treasurer, and I am excited about my new job. I wish everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July! Fraternally, Ryan Henke, age 7 Treasurer —SPJST—
The District Seven outing to Six Flags - Fiesta Texas will be on
Lodge 183, Arlington Youth Club Presents YAD Results Sunday, June 24, 2007 • Lodge 92, Fort Worth Dear Vestnik Readers, The youth members of Lodge 183, Arlington had an awesome time at District Three Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, June 24! Thank you, Lodge 92, Fort Worth for hosting this great event. We were well-represented in all competitions. We would like to thank our Youth Leader Kay Weeks; our Assistant Youth Leader Debra Daniel; Lodge 183 President Ann Pustejovsky; and all our parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. These folks are always there to support our youth. Special congrats to Chelsea Reed and Katelyn Daniel for being the runner-up District Three Queen and Duchess. Lodge 183 YAD results are: First Place Winner and Category Colton Daniel—Handicrafts Second Place Winners and Categories Chelsea Reed—Royalty
Katelyn Daniel—Royalty Lodge 183 Youth Club—Scrapbook Katie, Gena, Tommy Weeks— Senior Group Talent Katelyn Daniel—Sewing Katelyn Daniel—Foods Tommy Weeks—Photography Tommy Weeks—Hobby Kits Katie Weeks—Science/Education Third Place Winners and Categories Lodge 183 Youth Club—Poster Katelyn Daniel—Photography Katelyn Daniel—Hobby Kits Colton Daniel —Photography Gena Weeks—Foods Honorable Mentions Gena Weeks—Constructed Items Katie Weeks—Constructed Items Levi Adamek—Photography Katie Weeks—Photography Gena Weeks—Photography Katie Weeks—Pictorial Arts Gena Weeks—Pictorial Arts Levi Adamek—Hobby Kits
LEFT PHOTO: Chelsea Reed and Katelyn Daniel prepare for the royalty competition. PHOTO 2: Katelyn Daniel picks up several second and third place awards for her craft entries. PHOTO 3: Colton Daniel picks
Colton Daniel—Hobby Kits Tommy Weeks—Science/Education Katelyn Daniel—Handicrafts Tommy Weeks—Handicrafts Levi Adamek—Foods Tommy Weeks—Foods Katie Weeks—Foods Colton Daniel—Foods Katie Weeks—Individual Talent Gena Weeks—Individual Talent Tommy Weeks—Individual Talent
Great job, everyone! You did very well. Best of Luck to Colton Daniel as he represents District Three at State YAD in August. We look forward to seeing all of our District Three friends at camp on July 19 to 22. Get those water balloons ready! Tommy Weeks, age 13 Reporter —SPJST—
RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right, Tommy, Gena, and Katie Weeks pick up their second place award for senior group talent.
up his first place award for handicrafts. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth Leader Kay Weeks picks up the second place award for the scrapbook. Congratulations, Lodge 183 Youth Club!
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In Memoriam Wednesday, July 4, 2007
In Memory of Joe Sumbera, Sr.
Joe Pershing Sumbera, Sr., age 87, of Holland died Thursday, June 21, 2007, at Johns Community Hospital in Taylor. He was buried on June 23 in Holland Cemetery. Born in Holland to John Sumbera and Joe Sumbera, Sr. Annie Poncik, Joe worked 40 years in Texas City for Union Carbide before retiring to his hometown in 1985. He was a United States Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He married Marjorie L. Chambers on November 2, 1945. She preceded him in death on March 3, 2002. Joe was a member of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland and American Legion Post No. 526. Joe devoted many hours to fundraising for SPJST Lodge 80, the American Legion lodge, and community schools. He enjoyed watching sports such as baseball and football and was an avid fisherman. Survivors include sons Douglas Sumbera of Cedar Park and Joe P. Sumbera, Jr. of San Marcos; brother John Sumbera of Holland; sisters Alice Lee of Temple, Mary Parkhill of Holland, and Celestine Haschke of Cleburne; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. The family asks that memorial donations be directed to the SPJST Memorial Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy The members of Lodge 35, Elk wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of ROBERT JOSEPH KIMBALL, age 56, of Elk who went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 11, 2007. Visitation was Wednesday, June 13 at Pecan Grove Funeral Home in Waco. Graveside services were at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 14 at SPJST Pavelka Cemetery with the Reverend Isidor Rozycki officiating.
Joe will be remembered for his kind heart and willingness to always help others in need. He served his country proudly on the USS Sam Rayburn Nuclear Submarine and his family well. He provided for his family and will be remembered as a loving husband, daddy, and “Papa Joe”. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 35, Elk. We could go on about all the things he did and the dedication he put into his job at Brazos Valley Construction, but everyone who knew him knows he had a heart of gold and gave it his all everyday of his life. He was preceded in death by his dad, Robert E. Kimball, in 1975. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Sue Kimball; son Jonathan Kimball and wife Heather and their son Kylar; daughter Rebekah Rice and husband Trenton and their children Erin and Tracer; mother Ella Mary Kimball; brothers Kenneth and wife Deb, Mike, and Pat and wife Cindy; many nieces, nephews, and loving family members; and countless friends. May he rest in peace. Fraternally, Elizabeth Kubitza —SPJST—
Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, BILLY WAYNE HALL. Services for Billy Wayne Hall, 65, of Temple were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2007, at ScanioHarper Funeral Home in Temple with the Reverend Randy Holtzclaw officiating. Burial was in Oenaville Cemetery. Mr. Hall died Friday, June 15 at his home. He was born in Bell County to Joseph Clarence and Agnes Craft Hall. He graduated from Temple High School where he was an AllAmerican football player in 1959. He also graduated from Paris Junior
VĚSTNÍK College. He married Paula Jean Wilson on July 14, 1962. They lived in Dallas before moving to Temple in 1973. He worked 17 years as a salesman for the St. Joe Paper Company in Mesquite before retiring in 1997. He was a member of Temple Elks Lodge No. 138 and SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. Survivors include his wife of Temple; son Joe Hall of Mansfield; sisters Jean Lancaster of Temple and Peggy Williamson of Morgan’s Point; and one grandchild. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Visitation was held on Monday, June 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Resolution Committee Adeline Kohutek Joyce Skrabanek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—
Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, W. COLLINS JANEWAY, age 84, of Temple who passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at the W i l l i a m Courtney Texas Veterans Home in Temple. Services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, June 15 at First Baptist Church in Temple with Reverend W. Janeway Martin Knox officiating. Burial followed at Bellwood Memorial Park. Mr. Janeway was born June 2, 1923, in Temple to Alton and Cuba Keith Janeway. He married Billie Swan on May 2, 1946, in Temple. He was a graduate of the University of Texas Pharmacy School. He served in the United States Navy attached to Marine Medical Corps. He was a lifelong resident of Temple, owning Southside Drug then Prescription Lab. He was a member of First Baptist Church and Joy Singers. He was a private pilot, past patron of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 153,
Knob Creek Masonic Lodge, past president of Mended Hearts, Inc. and Temple Aerial Modelers. He was the cameraman who took all pictures of Temple High School football games for more than 25 years. He was also a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and his brother, James Janeway. Survivors include son Keith Janeway and wife Melinda of Temple; grandchildren Leah Alison Paty and husband Jeff of Lewisville, Chris Watson and wife Melissa of Denver, Colorado, and Tyler Watson of St. Louis, Missouri; great-granddaughter Kennedi Grace Paty; and special lady friend Sue Slone, her children, and grandchildren. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 102 West Barton Avenue, Temple, Texas 76501; Scott and White Hospice; or the Development Department for Heart Research at Scott and White Hospital, 2401 South 31st Street, Temple, Texas 76508. Obituary and guest book at www.scanioharperfuneralhome.com. Resolution Committee Adeline Kohutek Joyce Skrabanek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—
Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge 139, Danbury, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, JERRY CHARLES STEFKA, SR., who was born on June 26, 1915, in Shiner, Texas, to Henry and Alouise Jurek Stefka. He passed away Monday, June 11, 2007 at his home. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 14 in the Palms Funeral Home Chapel in Angleton with Brother Bubba Rousse officiating. Burial followed in the Danbury Cemetery. Jerry served in the Navy Sea-Bees during World War II in the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters. He retired from Dow Chemical after 39 years as an operator. He was an avid gardener of both vegetables and flowers. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 139, Danbury. Jerry loved to travel after his retirement and spoil his children and grandchildren.
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In Memory of Henrietta Barton Henrietta Antonia Barton, age 73, of West, passed away Monday afternoon, June 11, 2007, at West Rest Haven. A rosary was recited at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 at Aderhold Funeral Home by Janice Kaluza. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 14 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption with Reverend Ed Henrietta Barton Karasek as celebrant. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery near West. Mrs. Barton was born on August 24, 1933, in McLennan County near West, the daughter of John and Mary (Zvesper) Sulak. She attended school in Aquilla, and on February 5, 1951, she was united in marriage to Raymond Frank Barton, Sr. in Abbott. He preceded her in death on January 6, 1999. She was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and spending time with her grandchildren. Henrietta and her late husband Raymond were coowners of Ray’s Electric and Plumbing in West for over 56 years. The business continues to operate today with its dedicated employees for many years—Randy, Phillip and Laura. Henrietta and her husband enjoyed dancing and listening to Czech music with her sister Leona and late husband George Hanzlicek. She was also an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys.
Henrietta was a lifetime member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption, St. Anne’s Altar Society, Catholic Daughter’s of America Court No. 829, KJZT No. 11 St. Ludmilla Society, and SPJST Lodge 54, all in West. She is preceded in death by son Raymond Barton, Jr.; son-in-law Tom Overton; brothers John P. Sulak, Joe C. Sulak, and Wesley R. Sulak; her infant sister; and sisters Mary Girard and Agnes Adamson. Survivors include sons Randy Barton and Craig Barton and wife Becky, all of West; daughters Joanie Barton of Canyon Country, California, Judy Overton of Cleveland, Texas, Becky Cartier of Round Rock, and Jackie Mynarcik and husband John of West; daughterin-law Sandy Barton of West; sisters Ann Chabisek of San Antonio, Leona Hanzlicek of West, and Frances Zeptner of Burleson; grandchildren Jason, Amy, and Shelley Barton, Nathan and Matthew Overton, Whitney and Kaylie Mynar, Ashlee Mynarcik, Alex, Thomas, and Christian Barton; great-grandson Maddox Montgomery; and several nieces, nephews, other friends, and relatives. Active pallbearers were Jason Barton, Matthew Overton, Richard Sulak, Dennis Sulak, Jerry Nors, Edwin Sulak, Dr. Walt Mellgren, Jr., Larry Payne, Glenn Browder, Tommy Gerik, and Jimmie Holcomb. Honorary pallbearers were Alex Barton, Thomas Barton, Christian Barton, Nathan Overton, Maddox Montgomery, Whitney Mynar, Kaylie Mynar, Ashlee Mynarcik, Amy Barton, and Shelley Barton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Parish Center; St. Mary’s School Endowment Fund; or West Volunteer Ambulance Association. You are invited to share your thoughts and memories about Henrietta in the guestbook found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com. Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST—
In Memory of Ivey Mikeska Ivey “Ever” D. Mikeska, age 73, of San Angelo, passed away Monday, May 14, 2007, at her residence. Graveside services were at 9 a.m. Friday, May 18 in the Mereta Cemetery with the Reverend Tommy Tallas officiating. Ever was born on December 22, 1933, in San Angelo to Joe and Lillie (Malechek) Mikeska. Prior to her retirement, she was employed with GTE for 30 years and was a member of SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo and the Wall Brethren Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister Fern Mikeska. Survivors include her brother, Dr. J.E. Mikeska and wife Gail; sister Glyn Rose Turney, all of Albany, Texas; special friend Kelly Havner; along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Per Ever’s request, no flowers. Please make donations to your favorite charity. A reception was held following the graveside services at the Wall Brethren Church for family and friends. —SPJST—
In Memory of Adele Ginzel Funeral services for Adele Sefcik Meyer Ginzel, 85, a former resident of Schulenburg and Colorado City were held on Saturday, June 2, 2007, at St. Rose Catholic Church in Schulenburg. Burial was in the St. Rose Cemetery. Mrs. Ginzel died Wednesday, May 30 at Clarewood House in Houston. She was born on April 23, 1922, in Caldwell, the daughter of Henry and Sidonia (Taraba) Sefcik of the New Tabor community. Although she spoke only Czech when she began first grade, she went on to become an honor student and valedictorian of Caldwell High School. She attended the Austin School of Business, after which she moved to Fayetteville to become the first secretary at the headquarters of the SPJST, the Czech fraternal organization. She married Elmo Meyer in 1944, and moved to Schulenburg in 1948. She worked part-time as a secretary for Oakridge Smokehouse and
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then full-time for the City of Schulenburg for 23 years before retiring in 1984. She was active in the St. Rose Catholic Church choir and Backstage, Inc., which named her its outstanding member in 1979. After the death of Meyer, Adele married Franklin Ginzel in Colorado City in 1984, and they began a new life in West, Texas. She was active in the Texas Cattlewomen’s Association and the Kiwanianns and traveled extensively. In 2001, she moved to an assisted living facility to be close to family. She loved nothing better than family gatherings and hosted them for many years at her Schulenburg home even after she moved to West Texas. She was known for her homemade bread and butter, towering chiffon cakes (particularly poppy seed), and pies. She instilled in her children a love of music and tried hard to get them to dance. A grammarian at heart, she was an expert on the proper usage of “who” and “whom” and always had one or more books close by to be read. She was preceded in death by her husbands; and sister Anne Blaha. Survivors include children Larry and Catherine Meyer of Houston, Richard Meyer of Austin, Carolyn Meyer of Corpus Christi, and Mark and Donna Meyer of Houston; sisters Frances Storey of Magnolia and Elsie Ginzel of Hitchcock; and five grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Schulenburg Public Library Foundation Inc. Building Fund, 700 Bohlmann Street, Schulenburg, Texas 78956 or to the Heart of the West Texas Museum, 340 East Third Street, Colorado City, Texas 79512. —SPJST—
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BENEVOLENCE
ROCNIK 95 CISLO 27
Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce dvacátá Lesson 20
More conversation and terms about food and restaurants.
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Slovníček—Vocabulary
věřím—I believe jablko—apple švestka—plum účet—bill platit—to pay pěšky—on foot náhle—suddenly čerstvé—fresh pomeranč—orange pokračování—continuation vezmu—I will take jednoduché—simple nárok—claim, a right to náročný—demanding, hard to please protivný—annoying, offensive moučník—some sweet dessert, pastry jablkovy zavin—apple pie příručka—handbook, manual šlehaná smetana (or šlehačka)— whipping cream Nezlob se!—Don’t be angry! škoda (To je škoda!)—It’s too bad! broskev—peach (pl.- broskve) Najedl jsem se—I ate my fill znamenitý—excellent začátek—beginning vláda—government vládnout—to rule, govern táhnout—to pull, drag doba—time period konec—end pokrok—progress
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Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas
Uředni orgán SPJST H Založené rok 1897
krok—step prodávat—to sell kus—piece díky—thanks padnout—to fall více—more
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These are useful terms, both in restaurants, and ordinary conversations. Translate the sentences:
1. Pak budeme pokračovat. 2. Já si vezmu vepřový řízek a bramborový salát. 3. Nemáš nároky na něco zvláštního. 4. Ukaž, že jsi nenáročná česká dívka. 5. Číšník tomu stejně nebude věřit. 6. On si pomyslí, že jsi protivná. 7. Po mase a příkrmu se jí moučník. 8. Já si dám jablkový závin. 9. Já si objednám švestkové knedlíky. 10. Mluvíš jako konverzační příručka. 11. Pane vrchní, přineste mi černou kavu a šlehanou smetanu. 12. Kdo bude platit účet? 13. Teď půjdeme pěšky domů. 14. Znamenitě mi všechno chutnalo. 15. Najedl a napil jsem se dobře. 16. Nezlob se, že jdeme pěšky domů. 17. Škoda, že nemáme auto. 18. Koupíme si pomeranče než dojdem domů. 19. Zde je čerstvé ovoce. 20. Jsem unavená. Ani krok dál! 21. Nyní, docházím ku konci. 22. Ještě kousek domů. 23. Mockrát ti děkuji za doprovod domů.
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Říkadlo
Jedna, dvě, Honza, jde, tři, čtyři, z hospody, pět a šest, nese čest, sedm, osm, nemá rozum, devět, deset, jde se věšet, jedenáct dvanáct, už tam visí jako paňác.
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What is the general meaning of the following verse?
Milosrdenství (Pravidlo)
Kdo bližnímu nepomáhá, Tomu Bůh pomoci váha; Kdo chce Bohu milým býti, Lásku k bližnímu musí míti. —SPJST—
Czec h Cultural Calendar
Each Tuesday Evening Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive in Taylor, 6:30 to approximately 8:30 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.
Through July 2007 BCCHM Wedding Dress/20th Century Photo Exhibit—at Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum, Caldwell, Texas. Museum is open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; other times by appointment. To arrange an appointment, call Annie (979) 5674121.
July 14 TCHCC Czech Youth Day—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas. Hayride tour at 10 a.m. Activities include Czech-Moravia doll display; Czech language lesson; butter-making; Czech pernicky - decorated ginger cookies; hay ride; folk dancing; ice cream-making; corn husking/shellinggrinding; watermelon seed spitting contest; scavenger hunt; rock painting; hay rides, folk dancing, ice cream making; Czech games. Activities for ages five to 15. Pre-register to Phyllis Teykl (512) 453-4453; via email p.teykl@sbcglobal.net; or (888) 785-4500.
September 16 Vinnobrani - Grape Harvest Festival—at TCHCC Fair Pavilion: wine and cheese tasting along with good music. For information, call (888) 785-4500.
October 2007 Hornáčká cimbálová muzika Petra Mičky: Petr Mička’s Cimbalom Orchestra (two violins, viola, bass, clarinet, and hammer dulcimer) — 90-minute performances of traditional folk music from the eastern edge of Moravia followed by traditional “wine cellar party” music, perhaps even with a sing-along. To host the group for a performance, contact Dr. Thomas Sovik, Professor of Music, Director of Central European Studies and Exchanges via email thomassovik@yahoo.com; or (817) 2879644/cell phone. Thanks to the generous endowment provided by Czech Educational Foundation of Texas to UNT in support of Czech music.
October 6 Hornáčká cimbálová muzika Petra Mičky—at UNT Murchison Performing Arts Center, Denton, Texas. 90minute performance of traditional folk music from the eastern edge of Moravia followed by traditional “wine cellar party” music, perhaps even with a sing-along. For information, contact Dr. Thomas Sovik via email thomassovik@yahoo.com; or (817) 287-9644/cell phone. October 7 Hornáčká cimbálová muzika Petra Mičky—at the Texas State Fair, Dallas, Texas. 90-minute performance of traditional folk music from the eastern edge of Moravia followed by traditional “wine cellar party” music, perhaps even with a sing-along. For information, contact Dr. Thomas Sovik via email thomassovik@yahoo.com; or (817) 287-9644/cell phone.
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Hoelscher Haus: Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum receives blessing, dedicates memorial flag pole Spring flowers, roses, and geraniums were in full bloom on the morning of May 19, 2007, as early morning risers made a trip to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) in La Grange to attend the blessing of the Hoelscher Haus— Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum (PLCTM) and the dedication of the memorial flag pole in memory of John F. and Annie Belcik Kaluza. The 25-foot flag pole and the United States and Texas flags were donated by members of the Kaluza family. Sister Estelle Bohac, Gladys Thruman, Pauline Trefny, and granddaughter Lorine Christ made the donation. Pauline Trefny, daughter of John F. and Annie Kaluza, read a moving dedication in memory of John F. Kaluza who emigrated to the United States at Ellis Island in New York, New York, in 1887. John F. was born in Tetowa, Polonia, on May 18, 1880, to Frank and Elizabeth Kaluza. Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum—Hoelscher Haus President Willie Bohuslav welcomed the large group of over 150 to the celebration and introduced Father Joe Hybner who gave the morning prayer. Father Hybner gave the rite of the Blessing of the Museum. Joyce Bohuslav and Father Hybner paid respect to deceased PLCTM Charter member James T. Bond, who had passed away on April 20, 2007. Following a touching eulogy, a cross imprinted balloon was released that drifted toward the heavens and slowly disappeared. Cathleen Noska gathered volunteers around the May pole for the traditional May pole dance. The music of the Blue Skirt Waltz played as eight dancers, each holding a different color ribbon, waltzed around the pole. In order to accommodate all who wished to take part in the colorful dance, a second group was organized. Following the ceremony, refreshments were served, and music for a
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TOP LEFT PHOTO: Cathleen Noska in Wallachian kroj leads the May pole dance. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Members of the Kaluza family prepare to raise the United States and Texas flags. BOTTOM LEFT PHOTO: Musicians and singers entertain fol-
sing-along was provided by Jimmy Brosch, Charlie Bartos, and Dennis Tousek. We were all saddened to receive the news that PLCTM Charter member Esther Lee Knippel Hoelscher had passed away on June 10. She is survived by husband Henry; daughters Patricia McKirahan, Debbie Jennings and husband Mike and sons Charles and wife Christie, Derek and wife Cindy, and Mark and wife Althea; and several grandchildren. Esther and Henry donated the over 125-year-old Anton, Jr. and Mary Katherine Hoelscher Haus to the Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum in 2005. The Hoelscher Haus has served as a visitor center and a recep-
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tion center and has had over 600 visitors to the historical home and viewing of the polka memorabilia that is housed there. Remember Esther or your loved one by sending a memorial contribu-
tion to the Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum—Hoelscher Haus Endowment Fund by mailing it to PLCTM, P.O. Box 72, La Grange, Texas 78945. —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis 1901 East Ennis Avenue Ennis, Texas 75119
Independence Weekend Special Country and Western Dance
Saturday, July 7, 2007 Featuring Old-Style Country Music Music by
The Loose Change Band and Barbara Ford Cook The 2006 Terry Award Winning Female Vocalist of the Year Dance 8 to 12 Midnight (open to the public) Doors Open at 7 p.m. • Kitchen open $8 per person • $15 per couple
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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 directly 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 1, FAYETTEVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Monday of February, April, June, August, and October at 7 p.m. followed by a potluck meal. The Christmas party is on the first Sunday of December. The youth club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For hall rental information, call (979) 966-3795. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are held the first Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at the PointBank Community Center, 739 E. Liberty Street, Pilot Point, Texas 76258. The Community Center is on the same parking lot as PointBank. For directions or information about meetings, Ms. Angie Heitzman (940) 437-5561; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, July 6—Trustees meeting, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 15—Annual lodge picnic Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, 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 at 5 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 5 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, July 8—Vrazels, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person. Sunday, July 29—Edward Kopecky’s Fun Time Band, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person. Sunday, August 12—The Vanek Brothers: polka, waltz, mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person. Sunday, August 19—Donnie Wavra Orchestra, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person. Sunday, September 23—Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person. Sunday, September 30—Red Ravens, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person.
Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin. Adult lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.; youth club meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility.
on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission. On Fridays, delicious old-fashioned hamburgers are served. For rental information, call the lodge hall (512) 3529139. The hall is located at 5025 FM 619. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are held at on the second Thursday of each month in its building at 3502 North Laurent in Victoria at 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Franklin or Lois Elles (361) 575-6712. The youth club meets the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Henrietta Yates (361) 578-5543. LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, July 14—Cherokee Rose Saturday, July 28—Flat Rock Junction
LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited.
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 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m.
LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 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 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month starting at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30 p.m. followed by the adult and youth club meetings at 1 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items are provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Visitors are always welcome. For information, call President Wade O’Shields (979) 778-1450. For information on lodge activities, call FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Any questions or assistance with insurance certificates, call Secretary Lillie Matejka O’Shields (979) 778-1450. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Binnie Roesler (979) 272-1216.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, July 7—Private wedding Saturday, July 14—Open Saturday, July 21—Private wedding Saturday, July 28—Open 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 call Hall Manager Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484. LODGE 25, ENNIS Saturday, July 7—County/western dance: Public invited. Thursday, July 12—Monthly lodge meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, July 14—Rental Sunday, July 15—Rental: birthday party Saturday, July 21—Battle Dance: Jak Se Do and Ennis Czech Boys. See advertisement on page 29. Saturday, July 28—Rental lSaturday, August 4—Rental Sunday, August 5—Youth club meeting Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations, or more information, call the hall (972) 8758381 and leave a message. LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Meetings are held at the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, July 6—Country Express Wednesday, July 11—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, July 13—Czech Melody Masters Friday, July 20—The Lawmen Wednesday, July 25—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, July 27—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band Monthly meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Music
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Friday, Saturday/July 6,7—Private rental Sunday, July 8—Meeting at 2 p.m. Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Youth club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 South in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. We have $100 nights every week and a $650 jackpot also every week. 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 held quarterly on the fourth Monday of January, April, July, and October at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, 7 p.m. LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, July 7—Private Saturday, July 14—Private Friday, July 20—Barbecue Cook-off Saturday, July 21—Barbecue Cook-off Saturday, July 28—Keith’s Kountry Saturday, August 4—Jerry Haisler Saturday, August 11—Vrazel’s Polka Band 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 contact Edwin Pechal (254) 9852282; or (254) 984-2255. Star Hall is a nonsmoking facility. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. Lodge 48, Beyersville holds ladies
Bunco night on the second Tuesday of each month. A light meal is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games then wrapping up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts. Hall is located at 10450 FM 619 - four miles southeast of Taylor. For hall rentals, please call Bonnie Wolf (512) 365-3733. LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. 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. Please note: Youth club meetings are held at Lone Star Hall every second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night); or (254) 826-5343 (day). LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Youth club meetings at 2 p.m. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 3 p.m. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m. 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 SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, unless otherwise notified. Meal served at 1 p.m. and the meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 8548423. 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. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. For hall rentals, call Linda Hill (254) 657-9595; or the lodge hall (254) 657-2485. 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 Fellowship Day is held the third Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. 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) 3524397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 826-3557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 773-6164/home. LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, July 7—Gary Henneke, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, July 14—Bobby Jones, polka/variety. $7 per person Saturday, July 21—Ed Gerlach, big band. *Dress Code. $12 per person. Sunday, July 22—Borderline, 4 to 8 p.m. $7 per person Saturday, July 28—No dance
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VĚSTNÍK Lodge hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston, Texas. 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. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies, and gentlemen. 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. LODGE 89, ROSEBUD Lodge meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise announced. LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are quarterly. 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. September and December meetings will be held at a restaurant. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Please note: Country/western and polka dances are now four hours. Friday, July 6—Nobles of Note Friday, July 13—Charlie Pattison Sunday, July 15—Ennis Czech Boys: first time in Fort Worth. Please come out with your friends to enjoy this new and young polka band. 3 p.m. Friday, July 20—Ron Martin Friday, July 27—Charlie Pattison Sunday, August 5—Randy and the 92nd Road House Band, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, August 19—Funny Hat Dance: music by Fritz Hodde, 3 to 7 p.m. Prizes for funniest hats. 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. Family Night— first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Country/western dances on the first Sunday and polka/waltz dancing as announced. Big band sound ballroom dancing on Friday nights 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Dress code required for ballroom dances. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-todate announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. To reserve for large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, call early (817) 624-1361/ Joyce. SPJST Lodge 92/National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org. 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 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. LODGE 130, DALLAS For monthly meeting time and location, please contact lodge secretary Stanley Vrla (214) 8262670; or lodge president John Vrla (214) 9063385; or email jvrla@cebridge.net.
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 Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Danbury Community Center. For information, call (979) 922-1279 or (979) 922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at W 15th, Houston, Texas. For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick (713) 868-1981; or Secretary Alice Jochen (979) 743-3613. LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 148, EL MATON Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting starts at 2 p.m. 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.
542-1774. Dances are held on the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise notified. Dancing hours are from 8 p.m. until midnight. Admission is $6 per adult and children 12 years and under are free. For inquiry or reservations, call lodge phone (281) 487-3297; or email Richard Smaistrla rrsmistr@sbcglobal.net. We need your name, your phone number and how many will be in your party. Lodge 172 is a non-smoking facility. BYOB is back. 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. Bingo every Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-74-1808390-7. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. 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 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) 5582400; or (817) 295-3483. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Treat’s Garage 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—call (817) 465-8538; or (972) 2639031.
LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m.
LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the lodge hall. Beginning March 2007, meetings will begin at 7:30 p.m.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated. Youth club meetings are the third Sunday at 5 p.m.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October, and December.
LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 4721721 for meeting location, date, and time.
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. 1-74-20733095-41002
LODGE 156, BAYTOWN 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 held on the second Sunday of every other month at 1 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 are held the fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, and October at 7 p.m. The first Sunday of December will be the Christmas dinner and officer elections. The meetings will be held at Bilski’s Camphouse, 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road, Brenham, Texas. For information, contact President Annette Bilski (979) 830-3930; Vice President/FAC Stephen Bliznak (979) 836-9875; Secretary/Treasurer Glenda Weyand (979) 451-3231; or Reporter Leroy Kamas (979) 836-8179.
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, call (512) 255-1554 or (512) 771-4948. 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 197 Hughes Road. Regular dances are on the third Saturday night of each month from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. For lodge rentals, call Helen Boyd (936) 632-2849. For dance reservations, call Marilynn Page (936) 632-1124.
LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, July 7—Forever Country Saturday, August 4—Misbehavin’
LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m.
Lodge hall is located at 3609 Preston Road in Pasadena. Executive board and trustees meet on the first Monday of each month at 12 noon. Regular lodge meeting is held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. The hall is available for rentals for your special event. For information, call Vicki at (281)
LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month and begin with a potluck meal served at 2 p.m. Lodge provides the meat. Youth club meetings are held at 1 p.m. on the second Sunday. Activities are planned for ages kindergarten through high school senior. Hall address: 17810
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Huffmeister Road, Cypress, Texas, 77429 — off Highway 290 West at Skinner. The hall is available to rent for meetings, weddings, retirements, reunions, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, or any other event. Call Alma Schulz (281) 3511045 or (281) 373-9482 for information, rentals, or reservations. 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, 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 223, PALACIOS Lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at the Palacios Eagles Lodge at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 229, ABILENE Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. For information, contact (325) 676-5510. LODGE 230, MIDLAND For lodge meeting information, contact Reporter Gladys Qualls (432) 934-7927. LODGE 239, HONDO Lodge meetings are held every third Friday of the month, 7 p.m. at the Community Center on 18th Street. For information, contact President Sean Young (830) 426-1531. LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT Sunday, July 8—Lodge and youth club meetings, 2 p.m., Lone Star Banquet Hall Lodge and youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lone Star Banquet Hall, located at 1695 Morgan’s Point Road, Belton, Texas 76513. For information, call FAC David Nauert (254) 534-0809 or Youth Leader Bob Hagen (254) 780-3150. LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS Lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of each month for October, November, and December at 3 p.m. For location directions, call your agent; Art Lopez, Sr. (512) 787-3384; or Patricia Garcia (512) 787-5449. LODGE 251, PEARSALL Lodge 251 adult and youth club meetings are the second Saturday of each month, unless otherwise posted. LODGE 258, SEGUIN Meetings are held the fourth Sunday of each month. Meetings in May and November are held the third Sunday. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. with a social followed by the meeting at 4 p.m. Dinner is served after the meeting. The youth club meetings are on the same dates and begin at 3:15 p.m. Meetings are held at the Alumni Student Center, Conference Rooms A and B, on the Texas Lutheran Campus. Meetings in May and September will be in Starke Park in Seguin. Contact President Chester Jenke, Sr.; or Treasurer Colleen Jenke for more information (830) 303-4316. —SPJST—
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