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Volume 99 Number 5
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S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
Humanity ISSN —07458800
Brotherhood
February 2, 2011
Attention all Texas fraternal bowlers and fans, make plans now to be in New Braunfels, Texas on Saturday, February 12, 2011 and join in the fun and excitement of the
Seventh Annual Texas Fraternal Alliance Tournament Cheer on your society’s bowlers as they compete for the coveted Golden Fraternal Cup!
Coming Soon: 2011 Member Services Directory
Coming in late spring, the Vestnik will publish the 2011 SPJST Member Services Directory, which will include a listing of member-owned businesses like The Ratibor Store/Ratibor Country Grill. This business is located at 10226 FM 2086, east of Temple, and owned by SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton members Judy and Edwin Pechal, pictured above. Watch the Vestnik for more details about the directory and how to submit your business card and photo.
SPJST Financial University workshop tonight at Lodge 9, Snook
SPJST Financial University is kicking off the new year with a financial workshop on Wednesday, February 2, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 9, Snook. Lodge 9, Snook is located at 457 CR 269 in Snook, Texas. All SPJST members James L. Lee, III and their invited guests are cordially invited to attend
the 30-minute program that will include desserts and refreshments. The topic is “An Overview of College Planning.” Seating is limited, so please RSVP by calling toll free (877) 323-5875. You can also email James.Lee@RaymondJames.com. The program will be conducted by James L. Lee, III, CPA, Wealth Advisor. His office is located at 2100 Trimmier Road, Suite 105, in Killeen, Texas. —SPJST—
Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Sales Agent Meetings .........................3 Fraternal Updates................................4 Lodge Section .....................................6
Silent auction, raffle and tournament proceeds benefit the Texas Fraternal Alliance Scholarship Fund.
Gift items for the silent auction will be greatly appreciated!
No outside food or drinks, please.
Great in-house dining!
Saturday, February 12 • 12 Noon Please make sure that your registration materials are at the SPJST Home Office before February 4.
Fiesta Lanes in New Braunfels Fiesta Lanes • 1202 Huisache Avenue (Behind HEB) • New Braunfels, Texas
$20 Entry Fee Per Person P
Enter Today! Deadline is February 4. Entry form on back page of this week’s Vestnik or enter online at www.spjst.org in the Fraternal section.
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Youth Section ....................................14 Vestnik Project...................................15 In Memoriam ......................................18 Czech Culture ...................................20 Advertisements ............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
Make it a date! Special Valentine’s Day silent auction items and door prizes will be awarded!
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Lodge 18 Elgin rings in the new year with dance
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Lodge 40 El CampoHillje members celebrate Christmas
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Lodge 24 Cyclone Youth Club members enjoy games