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Supreme Lodge to pursue non-profit status for Library, Archives, Museum "
Museumsare the unique Museums keepers of the past. They act as safeguards for the cultural resources of our human heritage. From the chaos and conflict of today's world, the museum will hold the collections that tell us today and tomorrow who we are and where we came from." This quote is part of one of several displays adorning walls at the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM) in Temple. The Supreme Lodge, at their January 11-13 meeting, voted to take such steps as necessary to establish a non-profit corporation to promote the growth and development of the SPJST LAM.
Exciting Prospects "I'm excited," expressed Supreme Lodge Chairman Matt Vanek of Victoria. "We've been working on this for twenty years. This week's actions signal a new era of growth and development for our Library, Archives and Museum." Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir agrees. "Once the non-profit organization is in place, it opens a whole range of growth opportunities. "Operating as a 501 (c) (3) organization, the LAM will be able to receive taxdeductible donations, charitable bequests and apply for various grants to fund a variety of educational and cultural projects."
"This week's actions signal a new era of growth and development for our Library, Archives and Museum."
The far-reaching decision was the result of two actions. The first was a motion made by District Three Director Johnnie Krizan to implement the most economical means of establishing the Library, Archives and Museum as a separate, non-profit entity. The motion was seconded by District Five Director Louis Hanus. The second initiative, that the SPJST establish a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization to administer the growth and development of the Library, Archives and Museum, was presented by Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir and seconded by Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas. In each case, Supreme Lodge members voted to support the motions, with 11 votes cast in favor of the initiatives and one member, Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar, abstaining. Final ratification of the effort will reside with delegates to 27th SPJST Convention in Temple in June.
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Thoughtful Process The growth and development of the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum has been the subject of considerable focus in recent years. Delegates to the 1992 SPJST Convention in Victoria established a committee to study and investigate the long-range plans for the SPJST LAM. Serving on that Committee were: Mildred Holeman, By-Laws Committee; Monta Foster, Finance Committee; Ben Jarma, Insurance Committee; and Angeline Kristinik, Publication Committee. Named by the Supreme Lodge was past District Seven Director Thelma Hrncir, who was named chairman of the LAM Committee. In their report to the 1996 SPJST Convention, the LAM Committee made the following recommendations: 1. The hiring of a museum consultant to recommend and implement desirable changes. 2. The accreditation of the LAM. (Continued on page 4.)
100 Pennies Drive donations top $5,700 in January
Finance Committee meets February 19 at Home Office The Finance Committee will meet on Saturday, February 19, 2000 at the Home Office, Temple, Texas at 9 a.m. The Committee will be reviewing the financial structure of the Supreme Lodge as stated in Article 25 (a) of the By-laws. Recommendations or questions to the committee must be in writing and mailed to Rita Vanek, Secretary, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Texas 77437 no later than February 15, 2000. Fraternally, Rita J Vanek, Secretary SPJST Finance Committee —SPJST-
There have been 294 donations totaling $5,726.25 made to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive through January 21. A list of donors will be forthcoming in the Vestnik. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund. Because of your continued generosity, many young SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with college. For donation information, please refer to page 4 of this week's Vestnik. —SPJST$14,000
28 Scholarships
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Please note that the SPJST Insurance Committee will be meeting at the SPJST Home Office on Saturday, March 25, 2000 at 9:30 a.m. at the Home Office in Temple. Members are encouraged to send their recommendations or comments concerning the Insurance Committee to their district committee member for discussion at this meeting. Committee members and their addresses and telephone numbers are listed on page two of the Vestnik. Submitted by, Susan Skrabanek, Secretary Insurance Committee —SPJST-
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related notices. SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates
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Universal Life 6.75% for Annualized*
Roth IRA 6.00% for Annualized*
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7.25% for 8 to 15 years 7.50% for 16 to 20 years 7.75% for 21 to 30 years
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Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages
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SPJST Herald VESTNIK (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the fourth week of June and fourth week of August by VESTNIK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $20 per year, beginning July 1, for non-members. Members' fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by the Supreme Lodge SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
EDITOR: BRIAN VANICEK, FIC P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100 Home: 13851 St. Hwy. 53, Temple, TX 76501-3407 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com
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LEONARD MIKESKA VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575
LANITA ANGLIN SECRETARY-TREASURER Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-2334
JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 773-2950
SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (254) 778-5228 P.O. Box 5119 Temple, Texas 76505
DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I Home Phone: (409) 272-3265 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878
FRANK KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II Home Phone: (254) 773-4801 3514 Preston Oaks Dr., Temple, TX 76504
JOHNNIE KRIZAN DISTRICT III Home Phone: (254) 826-5882 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, TX 76691
STANLEY BROZ DISTRICT IV Home Phone: (915) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855
LOUIS HANUS DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 686-6160 4006 Ascot Ln., Houston, TX 77092
MATT S. VANEK DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, TX 77904
BOB BAYER DISTRICT VII Home Phone: (830) 216-7954 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - FLOYD KOSTELKA, ROUTE ONE, BOX 24-A, DIME BOX, TX 77853 - (409) 884-0112 DISTRICT II - LAVERNE CABLA, 10612 OSCAR SCHOOL ROAD, TEMPLE, TX 76501 - (254) 985-2354 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, V. CHMN., 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SHARON HOHMANN, 222 CRESTWOOD DRIVE, SAN ANGELO, TX 76903 - (915) 651-5884 DISTRICT V - LORENDA BALDWIN, 219 CR 47, ANGLETON, TX 77515 - (409) 922-1279 DISTRICT VI - HELEN KELNER, 911 AVE. K, ROSENBERG, TX 77471 - (281) 342-2624 DISTRICT VII - JAROLYN POPP, 850 NORTH VIEW, NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130 - (210) 620-7025 BYLAW COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - CLARENCE MATULA, BOX 533, 140 W. FANNING, LA GRANGE, TX 78945 - (409) 968-5987 DISTRICT II - RONNIE RIEGER, V. CHMN. 350 RIEGER ROAD, COUPLAND, TX 78615 - (512) 365-2000 DISTRICT III - KAY LYNN KOVAR, 3303 LAKE BARDWELL DRIVE, ENNIS, TX 75119 - (214) 875-5498 DISTRICT IV - BEVERLY TEPLICEK, SCTY., ROUTE ONE, BOX 40-A, ROWENA, TX 76875 (915) 442-4841 DISTRICT V - DOROTHY PFLUGHAUPT, 1243 CLOVIS RD, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 864-2163 DISTRICT VI - MICHAEL AHLSTROM, CHAIRMAN, 407 TAOS STREET, VICTORIA, TX 77904 (512) 578-3279
DISTRICT VII - BETTIE HOUSE, 1721 CONTINENTAL DRIVE, PLEASANTON, TX 78064 (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - ERNEST WENTRCEK, 1530 BENNETT, BRYAN, TX 77802 - (409) 822-6397 DISTRICT II - FRANK PAJESTKA, JR., P.O. BOX 381, HOLLAND, TX 76534 - (817) 657-8176 DISTRICT III - MICHAEL GALLER, 526 KAREN, WACO, TX 76706 - (254) 662-4934 DISTRICT IV - HERMAN D. WEISE, CHMN. 6006 FM HWY. 765, SAN ANGELO, TX 76905 (915) 651-8550 DISTRICT V - JERRY PROCHAZKA, V. CHMN., 20507 RAMSEY ROAD, BOX 634, CROSBY, TX 77532 - (713) 328-3004 DISTRICT VI - RITA VANEK, SCTY., P.O. BOX 901, EL CAMPO, TX 77437 - (409) 543-6220 DISTRICT VII - MONTA FOSTER, 4 BOB WHITE, SAN MARCOS, TX - 78666 - (512) 3532948; (H); (512) 293-5624 (Ranch) INSURANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, SCTY. ROUTE 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - ALBIN MACHU, V. CHMN., 2204 SMITH AVE., TAYLOR, TX 76574 - (512) 365-5489 DISTRICT III - BEN JARMA, 9512 LEASIDE DR., DALLAS, TX 75238 - (214) 348-1514 DISTRICT IV - LEONARD JANSA, CHMN., 6617 PLAINVIEW DRIVE, SAN ANGELO, TX - 76905 (915) 651-8045. DISTRICT V - EDNA WEHRING, 1831 CRYSTAL CT, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 864-2815 DISTRICT VI - JEROME J. HLAVATY, BOX 174, LOLITA, TX 77971 - (512) 874-4461 DISTRICT VII - POLLY BAYER, ROUTE 4, BOX 166, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 - (210) 216-7954 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR BARBARA ROSENKRANZ, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: derose@stonemedia.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MELANIE ZAVODNY, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: melaniez@vvm.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, RT. 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (409) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 764 S. ST. JOSEPH STREET, BURLINGTON, TEXAS 76519 - (254) 985-2396 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SANDRA JANSA, 6617 PLAINVIEW, SAN ANGELO, TX 76904 - (915) 651-8045 DISTRICT V - MARIE STAYTON, 1126 PRINCE STREET, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 836-1609 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 12939 WHITTINGTON, APT. NO. 706A, HOUSTON, TX 77077 (281) 679-5567 DISTRICT VII - LIZ BIELEFELD, ROUTE TWO, BOX 154-B, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 (830) 393-6037 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES, MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
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Non-Profit Status Just Got Closer
Good Move! At their January 11 - 13 meeting in Temple, the SPJST Supreme Lodge passed a progressive and far-reaching motion to establish a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization to support the growth and development of the SPJST Archives, Library and Museum. Delegates to the 2000 Convention in Temple will vote on whether or not to ratify the initiative. This week's cover story reports on the actions relating to the historic decision. The following text, which appeared in the November 16, 1999 Vestnik editorial, helps to further illustrate how the SPJST Supreme Lodge non-profit initiative is right for the times. A Foundation to Build On Nonprofit corporations are flourishing and growing at a pace never seen before in the United States, says a recent IRS publication, Statistics of Income Bulletin. Charities, foundations and other nonprofit organizations "represent an important and growing force in the economy and this will continue over the next decade." Revenues of all tax-exempt organizations classified as 501 (c) (3) groups totaled 12.4 percent of the economy in 1995, the IRS report stated. This is more than double the total 20 years earlier. Just to clarify things: The SPJST does not operate under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. As a fraternal benefit society, we are considered a 501 (c) (8) organization. Without question, that is a real plus: It provides our tax-exempt status. On the other hand, our capacity to accept tax-deductible donations and grants is limited to our Scholarship Program. Operating as a 501 (c) (3) corporation, an SPJST Foundation could receive tax-deductible donations, charitable bequests and apply for various grants to fund a variety of philanthropic projects, including, but not limited to a Statewide Family Recreation Center, Endowed Scholarship Program and other worthy cultural and service-oriented projects.
(Please note that the recent Supreme Lodge recommendation relates specifically to the Library, Archives and Museum.) It gets better. There's a growing company out there called GreaterGood.com which is bringing together the explosive economic growth of the Internet with the increasing desire to "give back" to the charitable institutions that make our world a better place. Already, online shoppers - and in the not too distant
retailers, you automatically support your not-for-profit's mission - at no additional cost to you or the organization. Unlike some fundraising methods, a non-profit partnership with GreaterGood.com costs the 501 (c) (3) organization nothing to set-up or maintain. All back-end services, including transaction and payment processing, shipping, customer service, and reporting, are taken care of by GreaterGood.com and the retailer.
The innovations taking place in communications and in the marketplace these days are truly amazing! There's no other word for it. We can be first-string players in this new environment. We can provided that we learn the rules of the game and demonstrate the heart and drive that it takes to get involved. A recent article in the online monthly newsletter, 501 (c) (3), states that all kinds of organizations, including cultural groups political groups, schools of all kinds are reforming their own operations to fit within the nonprofit structure. "Foundations, trusts and other types of philanthropic organizations have long known of the benefits of the tax-exempt structure and with the growth in the economy, comes more and more types seeking tax exemption for their charity." Part of this growth - and this an educated guess - may be due to the fact that the IRS has expanded the taxexempt sector and is providing voluminous information to the public on how to form tax-exempt groups. At the same time, the IRS has wisely become increasingly vigilant in pursuit of hucksters seeking to evade tax payments by posing as nonprofit groups in order to take monies in an illegal way. An SPJST non-profit corporation? It's definitely worth considering. It's got great potential and the capacity to be a real rallying point for a dynamic fraternal program in the 21st Century ... But, as we know, new ideas aren't always welcome with open arms. More often than not, it takes time and encouragement for people to embrace progressive approaches to old challenges. As conscientious planners and builders, let's examine and communicate what it would take to establish a truly stellar 501 (c) (3) organization and the many ways it could benefit SPJST and those we seek to serve. As famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright once said, "The thing
always happens that you really believe in; and the belief in a thing makes it happen."
future that will probably include most of us - can support the causes we care about by shopping online. Here's how it works: GreaterGood.com builds, markets and manages "online shopping villages" where at least 5 percent of every purchase benefits the non-profit's cause. Each online shopping village includes a broad assortment of brand-name merchandise offered by leading Internet retailers, such as Avon, J.C. Penney and Hickory Farms - to name but a few. When you shop at one of these on-line
We Can Do It . In order to be effective, the (nonprofit) organization cannot keep its public at arm's length. Broad involvement of its public at all levels of operation is absolutely necessary to achieve effective nonprofit administration." -Thomas Wolf Managing a Nonprofit Organization in the Twenty-First Century -SPJST-
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YEAR 2000 SPJST CONVENTION
Accomodation Information for the XXVII SPJST Convention
April 13, 2000: Deadline for By-Law Recommendations Convention time is drawing near! lease take note of the following dates. All recommendations for changing bylaws must be signed and in the hands of the By-Law Committee Secretary prior to April 13, 2000, in order to be considered. The secretary will forward all signed recommended changes to the by-laws to the Vestnik for publication. Recommendations will be accepted from individual members as well as from lodges. If you can tie the recommendation to a published by-law num-
ber, please do so. Also remember to sign all recommendations! APRIL 13, 2000 DEADLINE FOR RECOMMENDATIONS! JUNE 12, 13, 14 CONVENTION IN TEMPLE Beverly J. Teplicek By-Law Committee Secretary 817 FM 381 Rowena, Texas 76875 —SPJST-
Arrangements have been made with some of the motels in Temple for rooms for those attending the SPJST XXVII Convention. These rooms will be held until May 1, 2000. Anyone who needs a room should call and make reservations as soon as possible. A credit card number or a check in the amount of one night's
lodging will insure that your room will be held for late arrival. The following is a list of the motels which have rooms blocked for SPJST members and the confirmation number you will need to use for these special room rates. All room rates are subject to applicable tax and prices are based on double occupancy.
Motel Name/Address
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Comfort Suites
(254) 770-0300
$60
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Econo Lodge 1001 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
(254) 771-1688
$42.95 SPJST
Hampton Inn 1414 SW H K Dodgen Loop Temple, Texas 76504
(254) 778-6700
$55
875/6359—SPJST
Holiday Inn Express
(254) 770-1100
$60
SPJST
(254)-778-5511
$54
SPJST
(254) 771-2980
$58.50 58210881
Motel 6 1100 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
(254) 778-0272
$36.15 SPJST
Ramada Inn 802 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
(254) 778-4411
$44
Super "8" 5505 S. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76502
(254) 778-0962
$43.95 SPJST
1415 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
February 15, 2000 Deadline for Convention Brochure Ads Dear Members, The SPJST XXVIII Convention is fast approaching and plans are being made to have the convention brochure printed. The convention brochure will be given to approximately 300 delegates plus visitors at this convention. Any profits from the convention brochure will go to District Two. If your lodge, your family, your friends or your company wish to place an ad in the brochure, please do so now. The prices of ads for the convention brochure are as follows: Full Page Ad 1/2 Page Ad 1/4 Page Ad 1/8 Page Ad Memorials or Well Wisher Ad
$100 $60 $35 $20 $5
All ads will need to be submitted in
black and white print. The ad needs to be printed or typed and only good clear pictures will be accepted. Please designate the size of your ad. Mail a copy of your ad along with your check or money order to:
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Non-profit in sight (Continued from page 1.)
3. Maintenance and improvement of public relations. 4. Professional training for the curator and assistants. 5. Networking with other museums. 6. Continuing efforts to keep the museum alive, dynamic, and creative — even visionary. "I feel very positive about the recent action taken by the Supreme Lodge concerning the LAM and commend them on taking this progressive action to improve and upgrade our present library, archives and museum," said Sister Hrncir. At the 1996 convention, our LAM Committee made six recommendations, the sixth being, "Continuing efforts to keep the museum alive, dynamic, and creative — even visionary. "I feel this action to achieve nonprofit status for the LAM is truly a step in the right direction. I hope the board will continue to support and promote this new idea and truly make our LAM the jewel of Texas," said Sister Hrncir.
Fast-Track Efforts in Motion The Supreme Lodge is taking the fast track in terms of bringing the new non-profit organization to the membership. "Before the Lodge Officers Workshop in February, we anticipate that we will have completed and filed all of the necessary paperwork to charter the non-profit organization," said Legal Advisor Kacir. If all goes according to schedule, delegates to the r
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Please print donor's names clearly. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarshi p Fund. Because of your generosity, many young SPJST members have been able to attend college, who might not have been able to. We appreciate your continued support. Fraternally, Barbara Rosenkranz State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST1111111111
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Deer Antler Contest ends Camp Tee-Shirt and Motto Contest Deadline District Youth Counselors Meeting Fried/Baked Chicken Dinner (Fund Raiser) Lodge 54, West District Three Delegates Meeting at Lodge 25, Ennis Valentine Dance, Sponsored by Lodge 92, Fort Worth Youth Club Sweetheart Dance, Lodge 180, Burleson District Two Skating Party in Temple Anniversary and Valentine's Celebration, Lodge 88, Houston Deadline for recommendations to Finance Committee Deadline for ad design and money for SPJST Convention Brochure Due to Home Office State Tarok Tournament at Lodge 6, Cottonwood By-Laws Committee Meeting, SPJST Home Office Finance Committee Meeting, SPJST Home Office SPJST State Lodge Officers Workshop, Lodge 25, Ennis Lodge 32, Victoria Polka Festival at Inez Community Center State Straight Domino Tournament at Lodge 35, Elk Youth Leaders Workshop at Peaceable Kingdom Retreat State "42" Domino Tournament at Lodge 25, Ennis Insurance Committee Meeting, SPJST Home Office Texas Spring Gala, Lodge 24, Cyclone Deadline for Recommendations to By-Law Committee State Horseshoe Tournament at Temple Lions Park Teen Leaders Workshop at Peaceable Kingdom Retreat SPJST 27th Convention, Temple -SPJSTYEAR 2(XM CONVENTION
District Three Delegate Meeting February 9 All District Three Convention delegates are asked to attend a meeting Wednesday, February 9 at 7 p.m. at Lodge 25, Ennis. Refreshments will be served. Please bring any submissions you may have for the for the Year 2000 Convention by-laws.
Likeiwise, please bring your by-law books if you have them. Ihope to see you February 9. Kay Lynn Kovar District Three By-law Committee Representative —SPJST-
State Tournaments SPJST
Guidelines for Giving 1. Donations made by lodges out of lodge funds, will be listed as a lodge donation. 2. Collected donations from a lodge meeting will be listed individually by lodge in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation will also be listed by lodge, alphabetically. 3. Gifts of $50 or more will be printed in bold. 4. Families or groups which desire names, listed under a particular last name or group name should indicate this on the donation form or letter, otherwise, the names will be listed as individual donations by lodge, in alphabetical order.
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SPJST members and scholarships to SPJST members. friends are encouraged to Mail your contribution to: support the 1999-2000 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive c/o SPJST SPJST 100 Pennies ScholP.O. Box 100 arship Drive. In sending in your donation, please be sure to include donor's name(s) in order that proper acknowledgement may be published in the Vestnik. Donations are tax-deductible and 100 percent of the amount that you contribute is used for
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Incentive and Fraternal Services Reports Due Feburary 1 All lodges are required to turn in the year-end incentive and fraternal services report. The report is due February 1, 2000. Winning loges must turn in this report to receive their award. Submitted by, Barbara Rosenkranz State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
• "How Fast is Your Brain?"—The SPJST State Tarok Tournament, Saturday, February 19 at SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood, Texas. • "Time to Play It Straight," the SPJST State Straight Domino Tournament, Saturday, March 4 at SPJST Lodge 35, Elk, Texas. • "Time to Play '42' ", the SPJST State 42 Domino Tournament, Saturday, March 18 at SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis, Texas. • The SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament, Saturday, May 13 at the Temple Lions Park in Temple, Texas.
SPJST onnurn ES In additiontoprouiding affordable insurance couerage to its members, the SPJST also offers a quality annuity program. Please see page one for current interest rates. for more iifcrmation, please contact your local lodge sales representatiue or the SPJST Home Office at 1 (800) 727-7578.
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Attention Deer Hunters Whitetail Deer Only State of Texas Only
Deer Antler Contest
For SPJST Members Only • Deadline January 31, 2000
TWO PRIZES AWARDED $50 - Widest Horns
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood members enjoy New Year's Eve social
Everyone that stayed till the end enjoyed a bowl of the traditional blackeyed peas for luck. Thanks to all who came out to celebrate together. Look forward to perhaps doing this again at the next millennium (some say the millennium is the year 2001.) Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter
Hi! We had a fairly nice crowd of 25 to 30 people at our New Year's Eve party at Lodge 6, Cottonwood. There was lots and lots of good food. Some did not get to come out as a lot of sickness was going on around the community. Everyone enjoyed themselves. There was some straight domino playing, then eating, along with some "42" domino playing. Then we could eat some more. There was also a taroky game going on. Some of us brought in the new year playing "chickenfoot". That is a fun game to play also. All in all, the night was very enjoyable with fellowship and food.
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Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of November, 1999 DEBITS
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Bonds Mortgage Loans 871,555.55 Certificate Loans 9,579.41 Common Stock 40,375.60 Preferred Stock Certificate of Deposit 1,033,204.21 Profit/Loss On Sale of Bonds 7,256.10 Profit/Loss On Sale of Stock Annuities 181,630.51 Flex Annuities Withdrawal 127,344.88 Bonus 161.20 Death Claims 139,973.00 Death Claims-Annuities 94,200.45 Matured Endowments 4,756.00 56,269.55 Premium Refund To Members Surrender Value 38,195.49 UL Surrenders 49,512.10 UL Surrrender Charges Convention 272.35 32.59 RMO Taxes Bond Expense 1,539.21 Mortgage Loan Expense 378.37 Decrease in Bonds By Amort. 550,902.84 Reinsurance 24,800.93 State Exam/Audit 7,663.43 4,975.00 Actuary 19,467.71 Advertising/Promotional 4,259.01 Appraisal Expense 23,398.39 Commissions Contributions 25,250.00 District Fraternal Activities Coordinator 46.50 1719.34 District Youth Counselors Society Automobile Expense 3,320.29 7,999.28 Fraternal Activities 22,566.81 Hospitalization 8,268.50 Liability Ins. 4,857.37 Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams 1,653.01 25.00 Membership Dues 28.57 Museum Operating Expense 5,877.24 Office Maintenance 6,000.00 Office Rent Expense 1,616.07 Committee Meetings 3,399.99 Organizational Expense 4,849.26 Vestnik 10,000.00 Vestnik Postage 5,907.51 Postage
1,130,936.22
300,000.00 60,539.35
2,048.61
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6, Cottonwood welcomes new year, new officers Lodge
Hi! The monthly meeting of Lodge 6, Cottonwood, being the first one of the year 2000, was called to order on
123,676.50 Salaries SPJST Cookbook Project SPJST State Charity Project Office Supplies 6,673.08 Supreme Lodge Meeting 26.90 Tax: FICA, TEC and FUTA 20,953.48 2,308.10 Telephone 1,205.84 Travel — Directors 3,994.28 Travel — Officers Travel — Editor 40.89 Travel — State Fraternal Act. Coordinator 249.44 Travel — State Field Manager/SFR 2,993.70 9,626.54 Research and Development Youth Activities 2,811.26 Office Rent Home Account Expense 3,787.21 SPJST Scholarship Annuities Dividends Bond Interest Certificate Loan Interest Certificate Of Deposit Interest Mortgage Loan Interest Reinsurance Recovered Premiums Royalties and Minerals Increase In Bonds By Amort. Prem. Income Pd-Up Additions Application Fee
21,056.15 112,923.97 4,255.77 789,103.81 9,590.31 8,746.36 185,586.62 34,871.00 300,187.82 5,014.08 589,576.84 40,329.96 9,998.94
$ 3,583,435.84
$ 3,611,109.21
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Cash Balance 11-30-99
420,603.47 3,611,109.21 3,583,435.84 $ 448,276.84
Assets: Cash Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Stock Certificate Of Deposit Home Office Building EDP Equipment Furniture and Office Equipment
Total Assets
$ 448,276.84 94,188,201.55 31,406,467.53 2,208,589.51 2,569,964.66 1,910,660.94 676,957.66 192,375.25 230,306.19 $ 133,831,800.13
Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary —SPJST-
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6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 26, 2000 January 2 at 2 p.m. by Brother Al Soukup, President. The youth led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers was had with all being present and it was reported that there were 28 members present. Lodge Reports Sister Barbara Jean Hykel, Secretary, was called upon for the reading of the minutes from our last meeting, which were approved as read. The treasurer's report was given by Treasurer Sister Peggy Dobecka, which was approved as given. Sister Peggy also gave her Youth Club report a bit later, which she will probably put in the youth section of the Vestnik. Brother George Straten, Financial Secretary. gave a short report. He reported a transfer from Lodge 66 into our lodge. Welcome to Jerry and Theresa M. Suttle. Brother Straten also read a thank you note from Coy Schier, thanking our lodge for donating towards his medical expense. Sunshine Committee, Sister Hattie Kaska, gave her report. She reported sending sympathy cards to the Betty Zapalac family and to Milton and Irene Peterson, upon the death of their granddaughter, Haley Peterson. Our deepest sympathies are extended to these two families upon their loss. From One George to Another . Our new Vice President, Brother George Sulak, got up and made a nice speech. He thanked all that voted for him, as well as recognizing all other officers and sales representatives of the lodge. He said he was really looking forward to working with each and everyone. He went on to mention that another George had gotten in touch with him since he had been elected as vice president, but I did not get all that information — something to do with Governor George Bush — and Brother Sulak can tell it so well, just ask him to do it. Welcome, aboard, George Sulak! New FAC Announces Quilt Project There is one other new officer in our lodge this year, Sister Irene Schiemenz, Fraternal Activities Coordinator. Welcome aboard! Sister Irene welcomed all to this first meeting of 2000 and thanked all that voted for her and that she would do her best at filling these shoes. Her first project mentioned sounded exciting to everyone. She wants all members to do a quilt block all of which will be put together by her. She is wanting to get two quilts done by picnic time in July to have one in our prize drawing and one in our auction. These quilt pieces can be embroidered, hand painted, pieced or whatever, but they need to be in a 12 1/2 inch by 12 1/2 inch square. The two quilts will need a total of 60 of these squares, so get busy. She will need them by the June meeting on the 4th—no later. Sister Irene, FAC, also brought up about the exchange of gifts at our meeting. It was voted in that ladies will bring a gift for a lady and men will bring a gift for a man. This way, she said that the men would not get a dish towel for a lady. The limit of $2 to $2.50 is still good price wise and she strongly suggested to get creative on the men's gifts. Lodge Hosts State Taroky Tourney Sister Irene also mentioned that our
Lodge 6 will be hosting the State Taroky Tournament on February 19, 2000 with barbecue plates served for lunch. She asked for lots of workers and players as well. For the social on January 7, Sister Irene mentioned that she and Brother Robert Schiemenz would be making homemade chili, which would be served. I was still sick myself and did not get to make this social, but Brother Ray Perez went and enjoyed himself with eating chili and playing dominos. He even brought me some chili home and I enjoyed some a few days later. Thanks to these two. It was delicious. Brother Jerry Kucera, Districts Two and Three Field Representative, spoke to all briefly. He mentioned that our lodge would receive the Platinum Award for 1999. He went on to say that the year 2000 was here and wants 100 applications as a goal for this year. He also gave his thanks for electing him as a delegate to the convention. Brother Johnnie Krizan, District Three Director, spoke briefly, mentioning our New Year's Eve celebration at the lodge. He said something about the new Vice President, Brother George Sulak, turning out the lights when it came midnight, but it backfired or something and Brother Sulak did not know which light switch, so we all still had lights. February 26 Workshop, Banquet Brother Krizan encouraged all to participate by making a trip to Ennis, Texas on the last Saturday in February, being February 26. This is the Officers' Workshop and Incentive Banquet held at Lodge 25, Ennis, Texas. He went on to mention that the District Three Spring Meeting would be on April 30 at Lodge 66, Elm Mott, Texas and would be the last district meeting before the state convention. Brother Johnnie Krizan brought up about the Easter party and on the sending out of cards. It was voted that Brother Krizan would handle it again as he was doing a fine job. The Easter party will coincide with our meeting in April 2 meeting. This will also be the date of the SPJST, Inc. annual meeting. Youth Club Selling Cookbooks The Cottonwood Youth Club is still selling cookbooks at $11 each, I think, and when they are gone that will be the end of our 100th Anniversary Cookbooks. They have a few left, so order from any member of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Those with January birthdays at our meeting were Brothers Ray Perez and Al Soukup and Sister Barbara Jean Hykel. A happy birthday to these folks and to all with a birthday this month. The $5 door prize was drawn with the lucky winner being Sister Hattie Kaska. Congratulations! An $8 progressive door prize was drawn with Pamela Lovecky not present. Our meeting was then adjourned until Sunday, February 6 at 2 p.m. with the meal being served by another one of our good cooks, the Jerry Kucera family. Hats Off to Robert! I want to mention that I noticed on the front page of the January 12, 2000 Vestnik that Brother Robert Dobecka was "Tops in District Three." Congratulations, Robert! You were
That's Teamwork! RVOS Lodge No. 51 Secretary Lydia Mensik, left, joins SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis Fraternal Activities Coordinator Margaret Krajca beside the mountain of canned goods the two lodges collected at their Christmas party for an area food drive. Both lodges thank all who contributed to the effort. (See related photo on page 14.)
very much missed at our last meeting also. Look forward to seeing you again soon. Hope you are feeling better also, as I heard you were a bit under the weather when I was in the hospital myself. Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST-
6, Cottonwood "membership quilt" project in the works Lodge
Hi! As the newly elected Fraternal Activities Coordinator for the year 2000, I am very excited and looking forward to making this a very busy and fun time for Lodge 6. Membership Quilt Our first project is for every member of Lodge 6 to make a 12 1/2" by 12 1/2" block with your name somewhere on the block. I will collect all of the blocks, assemble them into two quilt tops and then machine quilt them into quilts. One quilt will be awarded in a prize drawing at our July 16 picnic and the other will be auctioned at the picnic. If I get more than 60 blocks, we will have more quilts for the auction. Lodge 6 now has 700 members so if you are a member of Lodge 6 and are not coming to the monthly meetings, please come to the February meeting or any monthly meeting or call Irene Tobola Schiemenz at (254) 829-2255 for more information about the quilt project. I must have all of the blocks by June 4 so that I will have enough time to complete the project. You can give me your block as soon as you finish it or mail it to Irene Schiemenz, 523 Wagoner Rd, Waco, Tx 76705. The sooner the better! The quilts will include a block with the text "SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Texas Picnic (or Auction) July 16, 2000." I would like to thank the Lodge 6 members for their support in this project. Fraternally, Irene Tobola Schiemenz Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
e 25, Ennis and RVOS members enjoy Christmas celebration Lod
On December 5, 1999, Lodge 25, Ennis and RVOS No. 51 held an annual Christmas party for their members and families. Music started at 2 p.m. Czech and Then Some provided the dancing and Christmas music. Food was served at 4 p.m. Santa Claus made a stop and talked to and passed out goodies to all the youngsters. Door prizes were given to the lucky winners. Margaret Krajca —SPJST-
32, Victoria invites members, friends to Polka Festival Dance set for February 27 Lodge
SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria is inviting all of our members and friends to attend our Polka Festival dance at Inez Community Center, Inez, Texas on Sunday, February 27, 2000 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Music will be furnished by Vrazels' Polka Band and Bobby Jones Czech Band. Doors will open at 11 a.m. Lodge 32 will also be celebrating our 100 years anniversary. Respectfully submitted, Valeria Motal Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
54, West invites members, friends to Feb. 6 fund raiser Lodge
If anyone of you have driven by Lone Star Hall recently, you will have noticed a flurry of activity on the north side. Work is underway on the renovation project and is progressing nicely. The new bathrooms and other changes
Wednesday, January 26, 2000—ViNTNIK/7 to the bar area should be completed by the end of January, per Brother Ray Matus. Ray is in charge of this operation and we really do appreciate his and his wife Lill's diligence and hard work. Our next fund raiser will be held on Sunday, February 6. This fried and baked chicken dinner will start at 11 a.m. Large plates and plates to go will priced at $5.50, small plates at $4.50 and tot's plates at $1.50. The menu will be the same as our previous chicken dinners, fried and baked chicken, sausage, potatoes, gravy, slaw, green beans, corn, bread, tea and dessert. There will also be an auction, starting at 12 noon, a prize drawing starting at 2 p.m. and a silent auction. Ladies are asked to bring desserts and anyone desiring to volunteer their help can come to the hall at 9 a.m. on Saturday, February 5. The help will be greatly appreciated. We truly appreciate everyone who participates in these events. The good food is very reasonably priced and the cause is certainly worthwhile. We think everyone will be inspired to see the improvements to the hall and realize that their contributions have been put to good use. The fund rasiers have been a lot of work and the outcome has been rewarding. Plan to attend so that you can see firsthand what has been accomplished. Fraternally, Anne Emery, Reporter —SPJST-
to letter from Lodge 54, West Correction
(Editor's Note: Please note that a sentence was inadvertently omitted from Anne Emery's January 12 letter to the Vestnik. That sentence and the paragraph which followed appears below. Thank you for your attention.)
Maxine Sefcik gave her Financial Secretary's report, which was approved as read. She reported that as of October 31, 1999, we have 605 members. Transferees into Lodge 54 in September and October are Dr. Donald Ketcham, from Lodge 6 and Leo and Rosalie Mynarcik from Lodge 84. We are very happy to have these new members and hope to see them in attendance at our meetings. Fraternally, Anne Emery, Reporter
the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. There were 34 members present at today's meeting. President Engelke asked everyone present to stand for a moment of silent prayer for three of our deceased members, Ladislav Nors, Mary Cervenka and Glen Malon Norris. May they rest in peace. Secretary Dana McAdams read the minutes of the November 21 meeting and they were approved as read. Sister Dana also read correspondence from the Supreme Lodge regarding 50-year pins. Two of our members will be receiving the 50-year pins. They are Sister Rose Marie Parma and Brother Robert William Pavelka. Chairmen Present Reports Chairman of the Board of Directors Brother Johnny Gaidusek had Secretary Bonnie Pruitt read the minutes of the December 1 and January 5 Board meetings. Chairman of the Entertainment Committee Sister Dorothy Gerlich reported that the committee met on January 5. Today they are having sandwiches, pickles and nachos. Members were asked to bring desserts. She reported that members' fraternal reports for July through December were turned in to Fraternal Activities Coordinator Sister Mary Alice Langlotz. She also thanked everyone for bringing gifts to be given away as door prizes at the Christmas party. For the February 20 meeting, sausage boats will be served. Members are asked to bring desserts. FAC Mary Alice Langlotz reported game night was on January 10. The next game night will be on February 14 at 6:30 p.m. She thanked everyone for getting the FAC reports to her. Chairman of the Cheer and Condolence Committee, Sister Emma Ceska, reported she sent get well cards to Sisters Joyce Bantle and Louise Matus. She sent thinking of you cards to Sister Jeanette Smith and Brother Bennie Engelke. We wish all a speedy recovery. Sympathy cards were sent to the family of Ladislav Nors on the death of husband and father; to Gary Moore on the death of his daughter inlaw, Julianna Olsen Moore; to the Rudolph Cervenka family on the death of mother, Marie Cervenka. Insurance salesman Brother Milan Dujka reported that Lodge 66 sold 56 policies for tl- year 1999. Three have
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66, Waco reports on January meeting Lodge
The meeting was called to order by newly elected President John Engelke on January 16 at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall, Elm Mott. All officers were present with the exception of Financial Secretary-Treasurer Sister Darlene Engelke who was unable to attend due to her husband Brother Bennie Engelke's recuperation after surgery on January 11. Bennie, we all wish you the best. The youth presented the flag and led
Like Father, Like Son Pictured above, enjoying Lodge 54, West Christmas festivities, are Adolph Volcik of West and his son, Larry Volcik of Waco. Both father and son are 50-year members of the SPJST.
Lodge 54, West Presents Scenes from Christmas Party Santa and Mrs. Claus devoted considerable time to visiting with the youngsters during: the December 5 meeting anc Christmas celebration. capacity crowd enjoyed the December meeting and Christmas party held December 5, 1999 at Lone Star Hall in West. Pictured, here, from left, are Mona Zahirniak, Chairman of the Lodge 54 Auditing Committee and Lodge Financial Secretary and FAC Maxine Sefcik. A
HAVING A GOOD TIME: Pictured, from left, front, are Elizabeth k and Cordell Clark. BACK: Pictured, from left, are: Beverly Clark, Amanda Kasik, John E. Kasik, Jr., John E. Kasik, Sr. and Roger Clark.
Lodge 54, West members officially welcomed members of the former Lodge 36, West into their lodge. Pictured, from lett, are: Al Marchak, Dorothy Marchak, Lou Ellen (Wence) Holasek and Ray Holasek.
Lodge 54, West President Wilburn Willis, at microphone, welcomes members and guests. Pictured, from left, seated, are: Reporter Anne Emery, Emily Ketcham and Dr. Don Ketcham, minister of the West Brethren Church, who delivered the invocation. SING ALONG: Youngsters, accompanied by Keith Hoelscher on the guitar, perform Christmas carols for Christmas party attendees.
8/ViSTNIK—Wednesday, January 26, 2000 been sold for January 2000 thus far. President Engelke reported there were no grievances. Sister Libbie Parma had no Trust Fund report. Brother Eugene Gerlich gave the bookkeeper's report. New Members ACcepted The names of candidates for membership were read by President Engelke due to the absence of Sister Darlene Engelke. He reported that Brother Milan Dujka wrote up Tony Daniel Hamer, Tim Clifton McCamy, Gunner Timothy Russell, Dana Joann McAdams, Milan Dujka, Jr., Harriet Jane Dujka, Lindon H. McCrary, Michael Brandon Pierce. Brother Johnny Gaidusek wrote up Brandi Erin Bates and Amy Marie Richardson. Randall Dillard, Sr. wrote up Rose Marie Rideout. Tim Urbanek wrote up Justin Blake Rossler. Jerry Kucera wrote up Billy Joe Alexander. All were accepted as members to Lodge 66. Transferred from Lodge 66 to Lodge 54 was John Kasik. Transferred from Lodge 66 to Lodge 6 were Thomas Suttle, Jerry G. Suttle and Ouewa L. Richardson. President Engelke also read resolutions of sympathy on Ladislav Nors and Marie L. Cervenka. May they rest in peace. President Engelke reported that Sister Darlene Engelke has sent all paperwork pertaining to delegates selected to the convention to the Supreme Lodge Home Office already.
February 20 meeting for delegates of District III to attend a meeting to discuss matters concerning the by-laws for the convention. Lodge 66 will host the first meeting. The Christmas decorations will be taken down on February 2 at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Board of Directors and Entertainment Meetings. Celebrating January birthday was Justin Engelke who turned 18 on January 2. Congratulations to Eugene and Dorothy Gerlich on their 47th wedding anniversary and to Ben and Gladys Pustejovsky on their 50th wed ding anniversary this month. Adult door prize winner was John Engelke. Winner of the 50-50 drawing was Eugene Gerlich. Door prize gifts donated by the Supreme Lodge were given away to Dorothy Gerlich, Kay Weeks, Paul Neslony, Johnny Gaidusek, Ashley Locke, Jamie Yates, Libbie Parma, Diana Engelke and Irene Mueller. The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Committee meetings will be held on February 2 at 7 p.m. The next scheduled monthly lodge meeting will be on February 20 at 2:30 p.m. We need members to attend our meetings. The meeting adjourned at 4 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST-
81, Needville installs officers at December meeting Lodge
Youth Report Youth Leader Debbie Galler reported there were 16 youth, five adults and one visitor, Kimberly CuHinton, present at today's meeting. She reminded the youth about the Tee-shirt and Motto Contests. On Saturday, January 22, the youth will be attending the State Youth Officers' Workshop at Providence and for fun at Doc and Laddy's. They collected bingo gifts for the Moody Nursing Home and for Ronald McDonald House. Certificates were presented to Kevin Galler and Dakota Yates today. The January birthday cake was brought by Kevin Galler and the game by Alicia Neslony. First place youth door prize winner was Candice McAdams and second place was Dakota Yates. Sister Gladys Yates reported that Sister Diana Engelke and Brother Justin Engelke are working on the con vention ad. President Engelke reminded members that he is still receiving donations for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund. Brother George Pauling signed up a new sales representative for Lodge 66. She is Mellisa Mattis. We need all sales representatives to 'attend our monthly meeting so members can meet them. Special Projects Manager Brother Michael Galler reported that he has spoken to numerous crafters about having a Spring Arts and Crafts Show. It was decided that we would not have an Arts and Crafts Show until in the fall November 18. He will put a notice in the "Where to Book" in Austin'so crafters can see when the show will be here at Lodge 66. He reported that he will be attending a meeting at the Home Office on February 9. A date will be selected at our
On Sunday, December 19, 1999, Lodge 81, Needville met for their monthly meeting. Forty-four members attended this meeting. An invitation is always extended for anyone to come join us. Due to other commitments, Brother Louis Hanus requested that we have the installation of officers before our meal. President Vincent Newman opened the meeting having Alvin Blinka lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll call. After Brother Hanus installed the officers, he bid farewell, but the lodge members successfully persuaded him to eat before he left. President Vincent Newman temporarily post-
poned the meeting until later. After a prayer of thanks, a delicious meal of ham and sausage with a variety of side dishes and desserts was served. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Benita Walzel, Louise Newman, Emma Kujawa and Dorothy Kuban for baking the hams. I would also like to thank Darlene Blinka for the sausage. I hate to brag, but I think we have some of the best cooks around. The side dishes and desserts were simply delicious and plentiful. At 1 p.m., President Vincent Newman reopened the meeting. Reports were read by Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall, Treasurer Benita Walzel and Special Fund Chairman Gilbert Walzel. There were no corrections to the reports, so they were accepted as read. Added to our sick list was Rosemary Pieper. We wish her a speedy recovery. Old Business Under old business, Jeanette Newman reported that the peaches would be delivered to the SPJST Nursing Home the next day. President Vincent Newman reminded members that their fraternal hours reports will need to be turned in at the January meeting. He also read some information he received from Temple. Christmas Social Enjoyed Since this was our Christmas meeting, we had ten money prizes. These were won by Vincent Newman, Jeanette Newman. Louise Newman, Rosalee Pieper, Ed Kuban, Bobby Polasek, Brooks Stavinoha, Margaret Tydlacka, Derek Wright and Edwin Susan. We also had many beautiful presents supplied by members to make this meeting feel like Christmas. Every member was awarded a gift. I would like to thank everyone who brought a gift for this fun event. We also had a guessing game with a jar of candy, which was donated by Willie Mae Kuykendall. Bobby Polasek succeeded in guessing only one away from the correct amount. Congratulations to everyone for making this a joyous event. After the meeting was adjourned, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall led us in Christmas carols. During "Jingle Bells," we heard a knock on the door and were delighted to see Santa walk in. Santa graciously listened to every-
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one's Christmas wishes and cheerfully posed for some pictures. All of us at the lodge would like to thank Santa for completing our meeting. I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST-
88, Houston celebrates anniversary and Valentine's Day February 13 Lodge
We invite you to celebrate Valentine's Day with us and also our 35th anniversary at our present location. Our chefs are preparing a delicious baked chicken dinner and the trimmings, including tea. The cost of an adult dinner will be $5 and $4 for children under 12. Pastry and coffee will also be available. The noon hour entertainment will consist of performance by our Lodge Concert Orchestra directed Jim Rohde and our Choral Club directed by Helen Hegwood. Thereafter, enjoy playing bingo, while waiting for the afternoon dance to start. Music will be provided by Donnie Wavra from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The admission to enter the ballroom for the dance will be $4. During the afternoon, the Youth Club will have a prize drawing and serve their famous ice cream. If you haven't tried their ice cream, this is a must. Looking forward to seeing you at Lodge 88, 1435 Beall, Houston on February 13. Fraternally, Clara Broz, President —SPJST-
88, Houston reports on lodge, member activities Lodge
Dear Members and Friends, Our dances for February are as follows: February 5 - Bobby Layne (Big Band) Dress Code; $12 per person Hosts: Mamie and Edward Lorenz Co-hosts: Grace and Fred Schnieder February 12 - Jack Melick - Piano Man (Big Band) Dress Code $12 per person Hostess: Estelle Hillman Co-hosts: Earline Hoffman and Florian Demney and Celestine and Rudy Darilek This is our Valentine dance. Gentlemen, please bring your lady to this great event. February 13 - Lodge 88 Anniversary Donnie Wavra from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. $ 4 per person Hostess: Betty Theiss
Pictured above, from left, are: Vice President Edwin Susan, Special funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel, Treasurer Benita Walzel, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall, President Vincent Newman, Reporter Jeanette Newman and District Five Director Louis Hanus, who served as the installing officer.
February 19 - Bobby Jones (PolkaNariety) $6 per person Hostesses: Annabelle and Charles Viet Co-hosts: Benny Kocich and Frances Seeburger and Madeline Willgus
Wednesday, January 26, 2000—VESTNIK/9 February 26 - Dwain Muller (Big Band) Dress Code; $11 per person Hostess: Shirley O'Brien Co-hostesses: Vercy Norsworthy and Jo Ann Bourque We had our January meeting on Monday, January 10h. We had 89 members present. We can do better than that in February. Let's try anyway. Those with birthdays in January are Edward Miculka, Ernest Anders, Evelyn Antrich, Amanda Haverman, Brian Haverman, Larry W. Pflughaupt, Thomas Darilek, Jennifer Darilek, Donna Darilek, Rachel Dunlavy, Tracy Nowak, Carol Liebscher, Viola Cox, Ann Urbanovsky, King Hegwood and Mae Chasak. And believe it or not, we had no anniversary celebrants. We had two guests, Evelyn Mikeska and Jim Wiest. Mrs. John (Lillian) Smith passed away on January 7 and was buried on January 9. She had two daughters, Barbara and Eva and one son, John, Jr. She was a member of Lodge 88. Also, Jerry Ermis passed away on Friday, January 14 and was buried on Monday, January 17, at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. He was a member of Lodge 88 for many years and attended Immanuel Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife, Willie Mae Ermis, son, Gary Ermis and wife, Sheri and two grandchildren. He will be missed very much. Hilda Tidwell is very critically ill. Leander Pflughaupt was in the meeting with us. It's really good to see you up and walking so well, Leander. Jake Jacob is still in the hospital. Let us remember these people in our prayers. Door prizes of $5 each were won by Margie Anders, Delores Krampota, Linda Wehring, Marie Stayton and John Lasina. Door prizes donated by the Supreme Lodge were won by Dorothy Pflughaupt, Ed Lorenz, Johnny Broz, Leander Pflughaupt, Gladys Havemann, Mamie Lorenz, Clarice Keith, Viola Cox, Victor Mikeska and Georgia Barcak. Our Youth Club had election of officers on December 20. they are: President Krystal Bender Vice President Kelsie Huble Secretary Christina Joseph Treasurer Brian Graska Reporter Stephanie Boyce Sergeant-at-Arms Rachel Graska Congratulations to all of you. The youth club officers will be attending a workshop in Waco, Texas on January 22. Helen Hegwood is 1999 State Fraternalist of the Year! She will receive a plaque at a workshop on February 26 at Ennis, Texas. We are very proud of you, here at Lodge 88 Helen. Remember, our Lodge Anniversary day is February 13th. Our orchestra will be playing, the choral group will sing, the youth will be selling their homemade ice cream and will have a garage sale or silent auction that day and of course, the birthday club will have their pastries, as well. The menu
is baked chicken, mashed potatoes and Italian green beans. Sounds great doesn't it? Come on out and enjoy the entire day. I'm not sure, but we may even play bingo. This has not been decided yet. Remember, March 19th is our Worker's Party. Until next time ... No one can make you feel inferior without your permission. Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Vice President —SPJST-
88, Houston Birthday Sisters report on January meeting Lodge
Our meeting was called to order by President Kathy Trefell. We had 22 members present. This Wednesday is the second Wednesday of the month and we voted to have just one meeting per month. Secretary Ellen Miculka read the minutes of the December meeting. They were approved as read Treasurer Mary Quider, gave her report. Sunshine Chairman Mary Kosut, gave her report. She sent birthday cards to Lillian Finn, Marie Pokluda, Margaret Bohac and Dona Clooney. She sent get well cards to Jerry Ermis and Clara Jecmenek. It was noted that Lillian Finn passed away. Fifteen dollars was sent in to the Memorial Fund in her memory. She was an honorary member of the Birthday Sisters. Also on the sick list is Estelle Kelly and Lillie Spies. Doris Knapick has resigned from the Club since she has moved and is no longer able to attend our meetings. Remember ladies, our lodge anniversary date is February 13th. Please bring your pastries to the lodge on this day. Flo Orsag is in charge of the pastry booth. Also the Worker's Party is on March 19th. We received a thank you note from Josephine Pumilia thanking the club for cards and prayers. Mary Quider, Era Richards and Lowrina Lindemann have been appointed to the by-laws committee. Our hostesses for January were Ellen Miculka, Edna Wehring and Dona Clooney. They each baked two cakes. They were supposed to cook in February, but since Flo Orsag was in Oklahoma, they traded months with Helen Hegwood, Flo Orsag and Almedia Bravenec. Remember, ladies, we are meeting just one day per month and that is on the second Wednesday. Ellen and Ed Miculka's granddaughter and her husband, Kerry and Bill Nugent, were here from California. They had a really nice visit with all their relatives. Birthday celebrants for January were Marie Pokluda, Margaret Bohac Dona Clooney and Pauline Traylor. Calcutta was won by Kathy Trefell and Margaret Spahr. After prayer by Guide Helen Hegwood, we had a lunch of turkey and rice,salad, corn, rolls and cake, coffee or tea.
I would like to thank Ellen Miculka for taking notes for me during the meeting, since I was in Oklahoma. Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Vice President —SPJST-
92, Fort Worth reports on January meeting Lodge
Our monthly meeting was held on January 9, 2000 with Jo Prochaska presiding. She announced the following committee appointments: Paxton
Davies, Guide; Florence Greer, Sunshine Chairperson; By-law Committee - Mary C. Lemons, Joe Kozel and Damon Perez; Audit Committee - Mary Ann Krivanek, Mona Lee Hattendorf and Liz Howard; Dance Committee - Joey Tesar, Frank Prochaska, Dick Durham and Kenneth Krivanek. Thanks, Christine A special thank you to Christine Zich for her 30 years of service as secretary was acknowledged by a round of applause from the members present. Your many years of service in an exemplary manner are indeed appreciated. Trustee Chairman Albert Kubala
Lodge 92, Fort Worth Installs Lodge Officers, Committee Chairs
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH OFFICERS: Pictured above, from left, front, are: President Jo Prochaska, Financial Secretary Evelyn Spacek, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Martha Durham and Assistant Youth Leader Teri Turner. BACK: Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska, who served as installing officer, John Paprskar, Secretary-Reporter Al Kercho and Treasurer Kenneth Krivanek.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH COMMITTEE LEADERS: Pictured above, from left, front, are: President Jo Prochaska, Mary C. Lemons (By-Laws), Florence Greer (Sunshine Committee), Frank Prochaska (Trustee) and Paxton Davies (Guide). BACK: Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska, Liz Howard (Audit), Mary Ann Krivanek (Audit), Mona Hattendorf (Audit), Joe Kozel (By-Laws), Leroy Bates, Dick Durham (Dance) and Kenneth Krivanek, Treasurer. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH TRUSTEES: Pictured above, from left, front, are: Jo Prochaska, Evelyn Spacek, Pam Durham and Frank Prochaska. BACK: Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska, Albert Kubala and John Paprskar.
10NkSTNIK—Wednesday, January 26, 2000 gave the Trustee Board report. He announced that Evelyn Spacek was elected to be the trustee secretary during the coming year. He indicated that the trustees would be overseeing the installation of the new television in the bar area. Other priorities are the trophy room renovation, possible installation of a sign on the front of the lodge property and refurbishing the bar area. Sunshine Chairperson Florence Greer sent special birthday greetings to the following: Rudolph Dolkos, Mona Lee Hattendorf, Virginia Hill, Ruby Horton, Ann Hosek, Pauline Jewett, Beulah Lee Labate, Dodie Lee Leonard, Elsie McDaniel, Richard McDaniel, Bennie Miller, Ottie Mae Motl, Lillian Musgrove, Wm. F. Praslicka, Elsie Rippin and Janelle Tataravich. A sympathy card went to Mike Peacock on the loss of his uncle, Curry Peacock. A get well card went to Steve Matusevich. Codi Kubala, daughter of Larry Kubala and granddaughter of Albert and Helen Kubala was in a car accident recently and is seriously injured. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kubala family. Our polka dance on Sunday, January 16 was well attended. It was good to see Roy Franks playing with the Sulak Brothers Band of Ennis. Our resident songbird, Mary C. Lemons, did several vocals with the band. The following dances are scheduled for next month:
announced the February hostess are Elizabeth Howard, Mona Hattendorf and Victoria Murphy. No old business and new business, Martha Durham suggest the ladies wear name tags at our meetings so we can acquaint ourselves with each other. After each meeting put your name tag in the box on the center table for next meetings. Lodge hall manager Joyce Tesar announced upcoming events for the month of January and Sunday, February 6, 2000—country/western Don Netek accepts donation on dance with music by the Gary Lee behalf of the Czech Choral Club Country Western band from 3 to 7 p.m. from Lodge 133, San Antonio Birthdays for January are Lorena President Jarolyn Popp. Manasco, Bessie Ellsworth, Ruby Gilmore, Julia Dueser, Mona Hattendorf, Joe Gregory, Frank Kovar and Kitty Rippin. Happy birthday to all. Thanks to all members who brought door prizes for January winners; they, are Mary Ann Kozel, Clara Marchioni, Inez Krivanek, Ima Lou LaPlant, Phyllis Cihacek, Ruby Robbins and Lillie McMillen. Following the invocation by Mary Ann Gibson the meeting adjourned at 11:55 a.m. followed by lunch, fellowship and games. The next meeting will be Tuesday, Lodge 133, San Antonio members February 8, 2000 at the lodge hall at 10 celebrate with Santa. a.m. Hope to see you then. Respectfully submitted, Betty Lindsay Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
Sunday, February 6—Country/west-
ern dance with music by Gary Lee's Country/Western Band. Saturday, February 12—Youth Club
Valentine party and dance with music by Classic Country, c/w band. Sunday, February 20—Polka/waltz
music by Fritz Hodde. It was voted to keep lodge dues at $3 per year. Evelyn Spacek, Financial Secretary would appreciate all of you paying your year 2000 dues as soon as possible. Those 16 and under and over 65 are exempt from paying dues. It is quite a bargain for the many benefits that go with being a member of Lodge 92.
Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST-
92, Fort Worth Ladies' Circle reports on January meeting Lodge
The Ladies' Circle of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at the lodge hall with 45 members and four men present. President Helen Kubala opened the meting at 10:45 a.m. with Pledge of Allegiance. She welcomed two members. Secretary Betty Lindsay read the minutes of December 14, 1999 and they were approved as read. Treasurer Evelyn Spacek gave the Sunshine report. The annual dues have changed from $3 to $4 dollars and are due in the month of January each year. Hostess chairperson, Jo Prochaska thanked the hostess for today and
133, San Antonio reports on December 19 Lodge
Lodge 133 held its regular meeting on Sunday, December 19 at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center located at 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. A Christmas luncheon was served. Members enjoyed turkey, dressing and a delicious array of side dishes and desserts. There were 32 members and four guests present, including District Seven Director Bob Bayer. Couples celebrating anniversaries in December were Otto and Jane Jurta, 60 years and Richard and Kathy Uribe, 19 years. Sick members included Anthony Trilicek who is hospitalized. We pray that he has a speedy recovery. Officer, Delegate Elections Officers for the year 2000 were elected. Congratulations to Jarolyn Popp, reelected as President; William
DECEMBER BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS Pictured, from left, front, are: Megan Schauffele and Viola Kurtz. BACK: Ophie Popp, Grace Rohan, Mary Popp and Emil Rohan. Pavliska reelected as Vice President and Robert Popp, III elected as Secretary/Treasurer. The officers were installed by District Seven Director Bob Bayer. Congratulations to the following members who were elected as delegates and alternate delegates to the 2000 convention: Don Netek and bill Pavliska (delegates); Viola Kurtz and Emil Matula (alternate delegates.) Members celebrating birthdays in December were Viola Kurtz, Tom Jarrett, Irene Jasek, Kathleen Matula, James Lowak, Karen Popp, Mary Popp, Mason Popp, Ophie Popp, Kenneth
Lodge 133, San Antonio Installs Officers District Seven Director Bob Bayer, right, installs Lodge 133, San Antonio officers. They are, from left: President Jarolynn Popp, Secretary-Treasurer Robert Popp, Ill and Vice President Bill Pavliska.
Reese, Anna Riley, Emil Rohan, Grace Rohan and Megan Schauffele. Attendance prize winners were Jarolyn Popp, Rudy Valchar and Don Netek. Split-the-Pot winners were Mary Popp and Bill Mares. Members sang Christmas songs and had a surprise visit from Santa who had goody bags for all of the children. Following the meeting, members enjoyed games and desserts. Fraternally, Margaret Schauffele Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST-
179, Warrenton meets February 10 Lodge
Warrenton Lodge 179 met on Thursday, January 13. After President Goehring called the meeting to order, November and December minutes were brief. Then the treasurer's report was heard. Secretary Kunkel recognized Leroy Levien as a member. Being January, members present paid their lodge dues. The financial secretary will mail out notices for the $6 per member local dues that are due for the year 2000. Laverne Kunkel and Leroy Levien had their birthdays recognized Arnold and Lydia Peters celebrated 61 years of marriage on January 1 and Alfred and Gladys Baack celebrated 52 years of marriage on January 10. Both couples were present at the meeting. The food committee decided on homecooked chicken noodle soup for the next meeting on February 10, 2000. Ora Lee Levien, Reporter —SPJST-
180, Burleson reports on January meeting Lodge
We ended the year with our December 15, 1999 meeting and Christmas party. First, we had the installation of officers. They are: President Mr. John Hilcher Vice President Miss Johnna Hurtik, Jr. Second Vice President Mr. Joe Hurtik, Jr. Secretary Mrs. Rhonda Hurtik Financial Secretary/Treasurer Mrs. Carmon Babina Reporter Mrs. Ann Sammet Youth Leader Mrs. Ann Sammet Assistant Youth Leader Miss Johnna Hilcher Fraternal Activities Coordinator Mrs. Estelle Hurtik Flag Bearers Joe Sammet and Colin Hurtik After a very short meeting, we enjoyed a lovely Christmas dinner and we exchanged gifts by drawing numbers corresponding to the gifts. Our New Year's Eve dance was held December 31, 1999. The doors were opened at 7:30 p.m. The dance was
Wednesday, January 26, 2000--VESTNIK/11 from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The band, Just Us, played ending the year and leading us into the new year 2000. Everyone had black-eyed peas and corn bread to bring good luck into the new millennium. President John Hilcher opened our first meeting in the new millennium January 5, 2000 with the Pledge of Allegiance and moment of silent prayer for our departed members and loved ones. Officers gave their respective reports. For the trustee offices and committees for the year 2000, a motion was made to vote by acclamation to leave the offices and heads of committees the same as the year 1999. The motion was seconded and it was passed by a show of hands. Estelle Hurtik informed us that our past president, Mr. Dennis Barabas' son, Mr. Lloyd Barabas, passed away after the new year Estelle and Joe Hurtik, Sr. attended the funeral services representing Lodge 180 for us. We wish to express our deepest sympathies to Mr. Dennis Barabas and her famih Many of our members have been ill and were not able to attend the meeting. We wish everyone a speedy recovery. The door prizes were won by Donnie Thomas and Joey Sammet. We will have a dance January 8, 2000. After the meeting, we enjoyed a dinner and had great conversation amongst us. Fraternally yours, Ann Sammet, Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 180, Burleson Sweetheart Dance February 12 This is a short note reminding everyone of our Sweetheart Dance February 12, 2000. Come join us, all you sweethearts and have a fun-filled and possibly romantic evening. The Rio Grande Band will play your favorite tunes. The doors will open at 7:45 p.m. The dance is from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It is BYOB. The kitchen will be open for business or bring your own party snacks for your sweetheart. Let's make this a night to remember. I just want to send best wishes for a Happy Valentine's Day to a sweetheart of an uncle of mine, Mr. George Hurtik in Fallbrook, California. Uncle George receives the Vestnik all the way to California. He enjoys the Vestnik and he says it helps him keep up with the news fun Texas and the SPJST. Happy Valentine's Day, Uncle George, from all of us at Lodge 180. Ann Sammet Reporter —S PJ ST—
brought cookies and fruit and made sacks for the residents at both nursing homes here in Marlin. Our lodge made and distributed about 170 bags on November 28 to wish them a happy holiday season. We would like to give a special thank you to Super K-Mart in Waco. They donated a lar g e amount of cookies to help with our fraternal project. We appreciate your support K-Mart! Thank you! Judy and Curtis Treat did a great job of organizing this project. Our December meeting was held a Ryan's Steak House in Waco where we had a Christmas party and meal paid for by the lodge Lodge 182 hopes all of you had a wonderful holiday season and wish you the best ever in this millennium! Respectfully submitted, Donald Beckendorf Reporter —SPJST-
183, Arlington reports on December Christmas party, January meeting Lodge
Hi, my name is Shelby Sill and I will be reporting on all of the great things going on at Lodge 183, MidCities. If any of our members have anything they would like for me to report, please let me know. We had a Christmas party in lieu of the regular December meeting on December 11, 1999 which unfortunately kept many away due to the rain; but a good time was had by all who attended. After happy hour we had a delicious steak dinner cooked by Art and David Ramirez. Woefully, the steaks had to be cooked outside in the rain. but these guys are such good sports, they didn't seem to mind at all. The full dinner included steaks, baked potatoes, salad and for dessert, a beautiful sheet cake half white and half chocolate. David Ramirez was Santa Claus and his wife, Martha was Mrs. Claus. Al children in attendance received gifts from Santa and ate pizza. The adults had a Chinese auction after we had installation of officers. The officers for the year 2000 are as follows:
President Vice President Janie Rejcek
Second Vice President Dorothy Adamek
Treasurer Pat Sill
Financial Secretary Angie Stiborek
Secretary Daniel Roznovsky
Fraternal Activities Coordinator Trustees
Dear Readers We here at Falls County Lodge 182 had a great meeting in November. We
Meeting Summary Here is a summary of our first regular meeting was called to order by Johnnie Adamek. We all stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and Johnnie took roll. All officers were present at the meeting except for two trustees. We then held a moment of silence for sick or departed members. Walter Parsons, a member, passed away. I understand Walter worked at our old lodge on Arkansas Lane. Also, not a member, but a good friend, George Leikham, Jr. passed away. He was a member of several fraternal lodges in Arlington and was a delightful person We knew George and his, wife Anna, through game night and our thoughts and prayers are with his family. His death was a shock and he will be missed. The minutes were read by our Secretary Daniel Rosnovsky. No discrepancies were noted in the minutes. The bar and kitchen reports were offered by Johnnie followed by the bingo and treasurer's reports given by Ken Cepak for the months of November and December. For the year, we acquired nine new members. Three were accepted during this meeting. Two of our new members came to the meeting, Art Ramirez and Alfredo Gonzalez. We were glad to have these men there. Lodge Business Discussed Under new business, we voted on Johnnie's thought that we give him the opportunity to purchase prizes to be given away at bingo. This fine idea was passed. We also voted on sending Jerry Mikus to a fishing tournament for the deaf. Good luck, Jerry! A committee was appointed by Johnnie to determine whether the mortgage on our hall should be paid in full or not sometime
this year. The committee consists o Robert Sill, Ken Cepak and Daniel Rosnovsky. It will be looked into and discussed in further meetings. Shelby Sill was voted in as reporter for 2000 and the meeting was adjourned. Family night is on Friday, January 21, Popeye's Fried Chicken will be served. Hope to see you there. Before I go, I must tell you about one of our members and her new adventure. JoAnn Moore, the five foot, one inch daughter of Johnnie and Dorothy Adamek, decided to take up the sport of deer hunting at the request of her new beau, Rob. On her first trip, she shop a five-pointer buck. Unbelievable!! Way to go, JoAnn!! Thanks to Dorothy Adamek for editorial additions to this letter. Until next time. Sincerely, Shelby K. Sill --SPJST-
185, New Braunfels presents officers for 2000 Lodge
Members of SPJST Lodge 185 met at the Bavarian Village December II. 1999 for our annual Christmas party beginning with the social hour from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner consisted of barbecued brisket and sausage furnished by the lodge and side dishes brought by the members. After our meal, a short business meeting was held. Roy Haag installed the following officers:
President Jonathan Haag
First Vice President Kathleen Mills
Treasurer Ernest Jasek
Secretary Dorothy Pape
Youth Leader Theresa Haag (Continued on page 13.)
Lone Pay Life. It Isn't Just for Kids.
Johnnie Adamek
Ann Pustejovsky
Lodge 182, Falls County distributes fruit bags to area nursing homes
State Youth Director was there with her significant other. James and Evelyn Bowen from the Women's Shelter were there to accept a donation of $500 for that cause, which we were glad to give. Finally, we gave $300 to an organization that helps mentally challenged children. It was such a great party, can't wait until next December!
Leon Stiborek, Cecil Phillips and Rudy Rejeck Guests Welcomed We had some special guests at the Christmas party I would like to add: Johnnie Krizan, District Three Director (who conducted our installation of officers) and his mother were in attendance and Melanie Zavodny, SPJST
As its name suggests, the purchaser of an SPJST Lone Pay Life certificate makes only one premium payment, resulting in a paid-up certificate. For years, it has been a favorite plan for parents and grandparents seeking to enroll their children and grandchildren in the SPJST. However, did you know that a Lone Pay Life certificate can be issued to individuals up to age 80? As you would expect, at the older issue ages, it can be expensive; however, it could be just the thing .for older members who want to buy additional permanent insurance. For example, a female at age 70 can purchase additional paid-up insurance at the rate of $570 per $1,000 of coverage with a minimum purchase of $5,000 coverage. The Lone Pay Life certificate may also be of interest to anyone wishing to make a gift of life insurance to a college, church, charitable organization or individual. For more information on the SPJST Lone Pay Life certificate or other financial products, please contact your local lodge sales representative.
Examples of the Lone Pay Life Plan in Action MALE INSURED'S LIFE INSURANCE LONE PAY CASH VALUE CASH VALUE CASH VALUE PREMIUM IMMEDIATE 10 YEARS AGE 65 PROTECTION AGE $700 $450 $570 $5,060 2 $10,000 2,020 5,060 1,810 1,320 30 10,000 5,065 4,330 3,020 50 3,650 10,000
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In Memoriam Resolution of Sympathy The officers and the entire membership of Bleiblerville-Nelsonville SPJST Lodge 201, wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of IRENE GLADYS MIKESKA. Services for Irene Gladys Mikeska, 81, of Houston and formerly of Bleiblerville were held December 10 at Nelsonville Brethren Church with the Reverend Michael Groseclose officiating. Burial followed at National Cemetery near Nelsonville. Mikeska died December 8 in a Houston hospital. She was born August 8, 1918 in Cat Spring, Texas, the daughter of Charles and Olga Macat Pomikal. Mikeska was united in marriage with Ladislav Laddie Mikeska on August 19, 1938 in Caldwell. She was a homemaker and a member of the Nelsonville Brethren Church and SPJST of Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Lodge 201. Mikeska was preceded in death by her husband, parents and a brother, James Pomikal. Survivors included two sons and a daughter in-law, Dalton and Pat Mikeska and Kirby Mikeska, all of Houston; a sister and brother in-law, Evelyn and Ben Zajicek of Oak Hill; and grandchildren, Dalton Mikeska, Jr. of Houston and Michael Mikeska and his wife, Janet of Sealy. Memorial contributions can be made to the Hus School Building Fund, c/o Donnie Suehs, 801 Dillard, Caldwell, Texas, 77836. Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Bellville, directors. Resolution Committee Celesta Balke
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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge sister, VLASTA A. HRUSKA. Services for Vlasta A. Hruska, 78 of Temple were at 2 p.m. Monday at Seaton Brethren Church in Seaton with Reverend Al Newby officiating. Burial was in Seaton Cemetery. Mrs. Hruska died Wednesday, December 22, 1999, She was born in Airville to Frank and Adolphina Bravanec Mikeska. She married John Joe Hruska on January 8, 1944 in Temple. They lived in Arkansas and Florida during World War II. Following the war, they returned to Bell County, where she helped her husband on the farm. She was employed as a housekeeper for several families in Temple. She was a member of Seaton Brethren Church and SPJST Lodge 47 in Seaton.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Joe Hruska. Survivors are her daughter, Janette Couch of Boerne; two stepsisters, Jane Ellisor of Houston and Margaret Petrek of Temple, and one grandson. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. today at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Memorials can be made to the building fund of Seaton Brethren Church or Vista Care Family Hospice. May our departed sister rest in peace. God bless the family. Resolution Committee Gladys Marek Joyce Skrabanek Ann Hejl
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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge sister, THERESA DUSEK CHLAPEK. Funeral services for Theresa Dusek Chlapek, 98, of Seaton were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at Sheffield Funeral Home with Reverend AI Newby and Marvin Chlapek officiat- Theresa Chlapek ing. Burial followed in Seaton Cemetery. Mrs. Chlapek died Sunday, December 19, 1999 at her home. Mrs. Chlapek was born in Lavaca County to Vinc and Rosie Kotrla Dusek on August 9, 1901. The family moved that fall to the Noack community where she attended Columbia School. In 1916, they moved to the Little Flock Community in Bell County where she attended the Little Flock School. She and Edwin Joe Chlapek were married December 29, 1924 and they farmed in the Seaton community until retirement in 1968. She had resided in the Mockingbird Hill community since then. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin J. Chlapek, on June 19, 1987; her parents, Vinc and Rosie Dusek; three brothers, Frank, August and Henry; two sisters, Albina Hejl and Agnes Dusek; and a son in-law, Jerry Pechal of Seaton. She was of the Brethren faith having been confirmed at the Granger Brethren Church and later attended the Seaton Brethren Church where she belonged to the Mutual Aid Society Local No. 16 at Seaton. She was also a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton where she received her fifty-year pin this past April and where she and her husband were very active as officers and workers. She was a member of RVOS No. 5 and the Farm Bureau. She was a homemaker and helped with all farming activities, gardened
and shared the vegetables with friends and neighbors. She baked cookies, cakes and kolaches with a plentiful supply of everything available. She was an excellent seamstress and made Barbie doll clothes for granddaughters and for the neighbors' grandchildren. Survivors include one son, James Chlapek of Seaton; one daughter, Dorothy Pechal of Seaton; four grandchildren, Edwin Pechal and wife, Judy; Donald Pechal, Joyce Pechal Kraatz and husband, Brad and David Pechal and wife, Tammy, all of Seaton; six great-grandchildren, E.J. Pechal, Jr., Shannon Pechal, Jennifer Pechal Grant, Justin Lane Kraatz, Amber Pechal and Jerry Pechal; and one great-great grandson, Tyler Dean Grant. Memorials may be made to the Seaton Brethren Church, SPJST Scholarship Fund, Scott and White Hospice or the charity of the donor's choice. May our departed sister rest in peace. God bless the family. Resolution Committee Gladys Marek Joyce Skrabanek Ann Hejl
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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge sister, BENNIE BARTEK MIKESKA. Funeral services for Bennie Jean Bartek Mikeska, 76, of Temple were held Monday, December 27, 1999 at 10 a.m. at Sheffield Funeral Home with Reverend Al Newby officiating. Burial followed at Bellwood Memorial Park. Mrs. Mikeska died December 22, 1999 at her home. Mrs. Mikeska was born in the Doubleheader community in Bell County to Joe F. and Rosie Mikulas Bartek on December 10, 1923. She attended school in the Lost Prairie community. She and Raymond C. Mikeska were married August 31, 1941. They owned and operated Pearl Distributing Co. and Pearl Recycling Center until her husband's death on April 6, 1992. She was then active in the family business until 1996. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond C. Mikeska, her parents, two brothers, Jerry Bartek and Joe Bartek and nine sisters, Millie Lesikar, Clara Sodek, Annabelle Chlapek, Rosie Johnson, Christine Zvolanek, Mary Baca, Vlasta Goldman, Victoria Sodek and Della Hejl. She was of the Brethren Faith and was a member of SPJST Lodge 47. Mrs. Mikeska was a homemaker enjoying her hobbies of canning, embroider and her dog, Missy and her two parrots. Survivors include one son R.C. Joe Mikeska, Jr. and his wife, Scharlet Carter Mikeska; one daughter, Rose Marie Young; six grandchildren Pamela M. Gouchener, Pauline N. Meyer, Ira B. Young HI, R. Charles Mikeska III, Scarlett M. Mikeska and
Sharta M. Mikeska; seven great -grandchildren, Travis, Trenton, Briana, Matthew, Megan, Bronson and Ray Mikeska IV. Pallbearers were Ace Chlapek, Joe C. Bartek, Louis Kohutek, Pat Jaster, Alan Baca, Gary Martin, Calvin Honza and Dwaine Chlapek. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. May our departed sister rest in peace. God bless the family. Resolution Committee Gladys Marek Joyce Skrabanek Ann Hejl
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Expression of Sympathy We, the members of SPJST Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, wish to express our sincere heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed brother, JOHNNIE MYNAR. Funeral services for Johnnie Edward Mynar, 78, of Caldwell, were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, November 8, 1999 from Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell with Reverend Henry Beseda officiating. Burial was in the New Tabor Cemetery. Mr. Mynar died Saturday, November 6, 1999 at Burleson St. Joseph Health Center in Caldwell. He was born July 21, 1921 in Caldwell to Paul, Jr. and Mary Rathjen Mynar. He was a retired farmer. Survivors include a brother, Melvin Mynar of Caldwell; and several nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers were Hubert Hoyach, Milton Mynar, Derwood Mynar, James Mynar, Frankie Frieda and Bernard Rychlik. Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home of Caldwell was in charge of arrangements. May our departed brother rest in peace and his memory remain with us forever. Resolution Committee Stanley F. Mrnustik Susan Skrabanek Ben Franklin Trcalek, Jr.
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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge brother, B. CONNALLY NEAL. B. Connally Neal, former Bell County Superintendent of Schools, passed away Sunday, December 19, 1999. He was 83. Mr. Neal was born September 17, 1916 in Falls County, Texas to Ira Cooper and Nellie Mae Gibbs Neal and moved to Temple with his family in 1924. He attended Temple Public Schools, graduating from Temple High School in 1934. He received his Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Texas Tech in 1942 and a
Wednesday, January 26, 1999—VESTNIKJ13 Master of Science in Education from Baylor University in 1951. Beginning his career as an educator in 1937, Mr. Neal was teacher and principal at Dyers Grove and Pendleton rural schools in Bell County. During this time, he met fellow teacher Connally Neal Mary Janice Sinclair of Temple and they were married on June 1, 1941 at the Memorial Baptist Church in Temple. Mr. and Mrs. Neal shared 57 years together until Mrs. Neal's death on June 27, 1998. Mr. Neal was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, stationed at the Naval Air Station in Corpus Christi, Texas and Barbers Point, Hawaii and was honorably discharged in 1946. He was elected Bell County Superintendent of Schools in 1947 and served as chief administrator of Bell County rural schools continuously until his retirement in December 1978.
Lodge Letters (Continued from page 11.) Second Vice President Susan Bohnenberger Fraternal Activities Coordinator Sandra Dawn Weidner Roy Haag was elected delegate to the convention to be held at the Mayborn Convention Center June 12 to June 14, 2000. Theresa Haag was elected substitute delegate. Some of our members delivered lap covers and bibs to the Eden Home in December. There being no further business the meting was adjourned and everyone joined in for a few games of very exciting bingo before going home. Fraternally, Dorothy Pape, Secretary —SPJST-
187, Round Rock meets February 6
Lodge
Our lodge held its meeting on January 3 at 4 p.m. Vice President Marvin Heintze called the meeting to order followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed in memory of deceased member Doyle Barron. May he rest in peace. Secretary Debra Rolock read the minutes to the last meeting the minutes to the last meeting. Correspondence was read. Treasurer Ruby Bartz and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Irene Weidner reported. Installation of new officers will be February 6 at 4 p.m. A covered dish meal and entertainment will follow. Drinks will be provided. New officers are as follows: President Lyman. Larson Vice President Marvin Heintze Secretary Debra Rolock
Mr. Neal was a faithful servant of the Lord Jesus Christ for many years at the Memorial Baptist Church, providing leadership as Chairman of Deacons, Sunday School Director, teacher of the Friendship Men's Sunday School class, Training Union Director, music director, and ember and chair of numerous committees over the years. His professional and civic associations included the American Association of School Administrators, Texas Association of School Administrators, Texas State Teachers Association, the Association for Childhood Education, Bell County Retired Teachers Association and Kiwanis International. He was a member of the Temple Kiwanis Club for over 50 years and served as club president and District 23 Lieutenant Governor. In 1952, he was instrumental in helping establish the clubs annual pancake supper, which continues today as a major fund raising effort of the club. He was a past Master and 50-year member of Knob Creek Masonic Lodge 401, AF & AM and District Treasurer Ruby Bartz Financial Secretary Jo Ann Omen Reporter Rose Marie Etheredge Fraternal Activities Coordinator Irene Weidner Youth Leader Linda Johnson Assistant Youth Leader Charley Brown Directors Logan Bartz, Tom Etheredge, Reggie Berrda, Janie Barron, Frank Mabry, Donna Mabry and David Omen. Fraternally, Rose Marie Etheredge —SPJST-
Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Texas. His Masonic affiliations also included the Temple Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, York and Scottish Rite Masonic bodies and Temple Chapter, Knights Templar. He was a past Worthy Patron of the Vashti Chapter No. 32, Order of the Eastern Star and was a member of Karem Shriners. Mr. Neal was devoted to his family, holding leadership positions in PTA organizations at local schools, coaching Little League baseball and founding an athletic Booster Club at Travis Junior High. He was an avid sportsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing, traveling, camping and collecting antique farm implements and barb ware. He was past president of the Texas Barb Wire Collectors Association and had exhibited his collection at several shows and conventions. Following retirement, he worked part-time for several years for HarperTalasek and Hewett Funeral Homes. He is survived by his son, Mack C. Neal and his wife, Lisa of Austin; his daughter, Mary C. Peden and her hus-
band, Phil, of Belton; granddaughters, Dr. Valerie Bartek Welch and her husband, Chad of Louisville, Kentucky, and Angela Bartek of Dallas; grandson, Christopher Neal of Austin; and great-grandson, Cooper Connally Welch of Louisville, Kentucky. Dad, we love you and we will see you again. Funeral service for Mr. Neal was at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 21 at the Memorial Baptist Church, 801 South 13th, with Reverend Dr. Charles Kimball, Pastor, and Reverend Edwin Crawford officiating. Masonic graveside service was conducted by brethren of Knob Creek Lodge 401, AF & AM at Bellwood Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Memorial Baptist Church, the American Heart Association or a charity of choice. May our departed brother rest in peace. God bless the family. Resolution Committee Gladys Marek Joyce Skrabanek Ann Hejl —SPJST-
Worth Friendship Club meets February 2
did come home a winner again, but then she always does. Alice Barnes also made a trip to Bossier City with a group from the church. Hope you were a winner, too. It is with a sad heart for me to report that Maria Prill, our longtime member, died peacefully at her nursing home on New Year's Day. She was such a sweet dear lady and will be missed by all. Our deepest sympathy goes out to her daughter and grandchildren. Jeanie Mason has been busy being the mother of the brides. On January 1, her daughter, Sherri, was married to Kenneth Humphreys with ceremony, reception, dinner and dance all at the Sokol. Then on January 7, her daughter, Billie Jo was married to Scott Allred at the First Methodist Church in Azle, Texas Our congratulations and best wishes go out to these newlyweds. Anna Johnson's niece, Barbara Dabenport, was recently installed as President of the Real Estate Association at one of the new buildings
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This letter is a reminder that our first meeting of the new year will be on Wednesday, February 2 at 10:30 a.m. President Jo reminds us that the hostesses will be Camille Bolcer, Billy King, Rose Romeo and Lillian Smith. Treasurer Lydia reminds us that dues will need to be paid and she asks everyone to have correct amount so that she does not have to make change. I am looking forward to seeing everyone as I've missed all of you. Hope everyone enjoyed the holidays with no Y2K problems. News of Members
202, Jourdanton collects food, eye glasses Lodge
Lodge 202 met on Sunday, January 2, 2000 for its first meeting of the millennium. The meeting was called to order by Vice President mary Ann Barta. After the Pledge of Allegiance, the vice president called on District Director Bob Bayer to install our officers for 2000. A report was given on the food collected for A.C.C.E.P.T. during the holidays. We presented them with five bags of food on December 16, 1999. A report was also given on the collection of used eye glasses for the Lions Club. We also voted to send a donation to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive. Larry Wagner spoke to us about the incentive program. The next meeting will be on February 6, 2000 at the Jourdanton State Bank Community Room. Fraternally, Melba Novosad (Editor's Note: Please watch for accompanying photographs in next week's Vestnik. Thank you.) —SPJST-
Roy and Lydia Alholm spent a couple of days in Bossier City at a new hotel/casino. Lydia enjoyed the slot machines while Roy enjoyed watching football in his hotel room. Yes, Lydia
Universal Life. Tailored to Meet Your Needs. Here are some of the features of SPJST's Universal Life contract, which we call our "SPJST Flexible Protector Plan": •Step 1: You elect an amount of insurance
and select Death Benefit Option A or B (as described below). You can also select the amount of premium you want to pay and make the initial payment. Step 2: As each premium is received by SPJST, a small expense charge is deducted and the balance goes into your cash value account.
Step 3: At the beginning of each month, a charge for the life insurance protection is deducted from the cash value to pay the monthly life insurance protection costs. Step 4: Interest at current rates is credited
to the fund each month.
Coverage is Flexible. You have a choice of two death benefits, Option A or Option B: Option A: Level Death Benefit. The death benefit is made up of life insurance and the cash value. Initially, this benefit is, equal to the face amount. However, current tax law states that there must always be a certain minimum proportion of life insurance In the certificate. Therefore, as
the cash value approaches the face amount, the death benefit increases automatically. Option B : Increasing Death Benefit. The death benefit is equal to the face amount of life insurance protection plus the money in the cash value account.
14/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at the Texas Motor Speedway. It was a formal dinner/dance, and naturally, Anna was invited. She said she felt so honored as she got to sit at the head table. Barbara thinks of Aunt Anna as her second mom. Congratulations, Barbara, we know you will make a good president. We have several on the sick list with this awful flu that is going around. Katherine Garrison has been home in bed for two weeks, but is now better and able to get out. Currently, Anna Johnson has it and Linda Homer said and she, her husband and mother inlaw are all down with it. To all of you, get well soon and hope to see you at the meeting time next week. Birthday wishes go out to my older sister, Lillie Kosarek, who was born on New Year's and this year celebrated one of those birthdays with a zero on the end. Sympathy goes out to my brother in-law, Charlie, whose younger brother, Leslie Kosarek of Houston, died recently. Burial was in Dubina, Texas. May his soul rest in peace. Mary Pavey's niece, Mary Kay called Jeanie Mason over the holidays to extend Mary's greetings to everyone. Mary is still in a nursing home in Brownsboro, Alabama. We send our love to you and wish for you the very best. Looking forward to seeing everyone on February 2. Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST-
Korean War Memorial Service at Capitol Jan. 26 Texas
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Korean War, there will be a memorial service on Wednesday, January 26, 2000 sponsored by the Korean American Cultural Foundation and the Korea Freedom League, both nonprofit organizations. Members of the planning committee represent The University of Texas at Austin, the City of Austin and the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce. This memorial service and ceremony to honor the fallen soldiers and the veterans of the Korean War, will be held on the Capitol grounds, January
26, 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. A national Korean memorial dance will be performed for the veterans and the public. Sincerely yours, Jo Ann Frankeny Planning Committee —SPJST-
Ladies' Auxiliary sponsors benefit fish fry February 12
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The Ladies' Auxiliary of VFW Post 2010, Cameron, Texas will host a fish fry benefit for cancer aid and research on Saturday, February 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Cameron, Texas. The cost will be $6. The menu will include fish, tater tots, homemade coleslaw, hush puppies, homemade dessert and drink. In addition, two gift baskets will be raffled off for the benefit. For more information, call Patricia Sebek (254) 642-3580. —SPJST-
The time is right to make new friends . • Fraternalism and fraternal life insurance are both rooted in the principle that each of us has a responsibility to each other. Going back to the days of the Roman Empire, there were societies organized to unify groups and provide financial aid in time of sickness and death. Even then, there was a keen awareness of the cruelties and hardships that death brings to families. These early societies had another purpose. They recognized the need of human beings for companionship. For that reason, they provided a way for people to meet in friendly gatherings — where selfishness and prejudice were suppressed and the principles of brotherhood were nurtured, thereby establishing abetter understanding among the members. You belong, too! Consider attending your next lodge or district meeting. Remember, "The time is right to make new friends."
Youth Letters Section District Six Youth find culture, fun during annual trip Dear Vestnik Readers, On July 31 to August 1, 1999 youth and parents from Lodge 4, Hallettsville; Lodge 30, Taiton, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje and Lodge 97, Placedo traveled to San Antonio for our annual District Six trip. Parents and youth met in San Antonio on Saturday around 10 a.m. at the Museum of Texan Cultures. There, members were taken on a guided tour explaining the various cultural aspects of Texas over the years. It was very interesting to find that under the exhibit for the Czech culture in Texas that the SPJST organization was mentioned. They even had a video showing the Beseda dance being performed. After the guided.tour, everyone was then free to tour the rest of the museum on their own. After viewing all that the museum had to offer, we then walked over to Hemisphere Park and enjoyed a picnic lunch. After a relaxing lunch under the trees while enjoying the beautiful waterfalls in the park, we then took a ride up in the Tower of Americas. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful view of San Antonio form way up high. Then, after a long day of fun and cultural education, we headed to the Sumner Suites Hotel on the Riverwalk, where District Six members spent the night. Everyone was free to spend the rest of th trip at their leisure. Members enjoyed dining out and strolling along the Riverwalk. Some youth took in swimming at the hotel swimming pool. On Sunday, members continued to enjoy all the Riverwalk had to offer. Some even visited the Alamo for the first time. Afterwards, everyone checked out and departed for home. All in all, District Six had a great trip. We did a lot of fun and educational things and I hope everyone had a great time. Fraternally, Marcy Dorotik District Six Youth Counselor —SPJST-
6, Cottonwood Youth Club meets February 2 Lodge
It All Adds Lip! Lodge 25, Ennis youngsters contributed to their lodge's December food drive. Pictured above, from left, are Youth Leader Sandra Slovak, Tori Motley, Blake Ryan, Jerrod Ryan, Randy Trojacek and Lodge 25, Ennis Fraternal Activities Coordinator Margaret Krajca.
Dear Readers, The youth club held their monthly meeting, Sunday, January 2 after the adult meeting. We discussed going to the officers workshop and fun day on January 22. The new officers will be attending the workshop and after the
Let's hear what your members and youth club are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to:
Vestnik, do SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com Got a question? Call 1 (800) 727-7578
workshop the rest of the youth are planning on attending the fun day at Doc and Laddy's. We will be saving the General Mills Box Tops for Education. Those tops will be donated, to the West Schools. Cakes were taken to the rest home on Wednesday, January 5, 2000. We will be taking cakes again on February 2. Just a reminder, tee-shirt contest and motto contest forms are due January 31st. Also, all the youth need to make a Valentine to be sent to the Taylor Nursing Home. That is also due to the State Youth Director by February 2. Please mark your calendar of the following date and time. The next youth meeting will be Sunday, February 6 at 1:30 p.m. The time will remain at 1:30 for the youth meetings. I look forward to seeing everyone at the workshop and fun day. Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader —SPJST-
6, Cottonwood Youth Club members saving box tops Lodge
Dear Readers, The new officers will be going to the workshop on January 22 and then we will all be going to fun day at Doc and Laddy's. We are saving the General Mills Box Tops for Education. We will be donating those to the West School. Our next meeting is February 6 at 1:30 p.m. Fraternally, Traci Dobecka (1/18/00) —SPJST-
6, Cottonwood Youth Club visits nursing home, donates cakes Lodge
Dear Readers, We took cakes to the nursing home on Wednesday, January 5. One of our special, hard workers, Martha Monthei, is making her home there. She has a birthday in January. We are also reminded that the teeshirt and motto contest entries are due January 31. Each will earn you 20 points. Fraternally yours, Christi Sparkman (1/26/00) —SPJST-
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District Six Presents Scenes from Trip to Institute of Texan Cultures
Lodge 6, Cottonwood Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club member Youth Club enjoys posts meeting notice current movies Dear Readers, We held our meeting Sunday, January 2. It was announced that we will take down the Christmas decorations, manger scene and Christmas tree on Friday at the social at 6:30 p.m. The next meeting will be Sunday, February 6 at 1:30 p.m. Fraternally yours, Whitney Dobecka (1/26/00) —SPJST—
District Six Youth Club members congregate in front of the Institute of Texan Cultures in San Antonio. Members and parents enjoyed a guided tour of the facility which documents contributions made by the many ethnic and cultural groups which call Texas home.
Dear Readers, The Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club went to the Hollywood USA movie theater on Sunday, January 2. We got to see "Toy Story II," "Stuart Little," "Sleepy Hollow" and "The Green Mile." Everyone got to pick what they wanted to see. I really had a good time. Fraternally, Kimberly Gaas (1/18/00) —SPJST-
Lodge 9, Snook Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club learns youth club members about crop dusting plan for workshop Dear Readers, Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We will have to learn to write 2000 now. The officers training class will be January 22 in the morning and then a fun day will be in the afternoon at Doc and Laddy's in Waco. Hope many of you can make it. Fraternally yours, Celia Dobecka (1/18/00)
Dear Readers, Our meeting this month was well attended. We would like to thank Mr. Brett Whitten for talking to us about crop dusting. Also, thanks to Karen Macik for begin our leader. She is stepping down and Mrs. Marie Shelfer is our new leader. Fraternally, Hailey Slenk (1/18/00) —SPJST-
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How neat it was to see that the SPJST has a place in the Institute in the Czech section. District Six members listen as tour guide explains the lifestyle of early Indians in Texas.
Christopher Vanek of Lodge 4, Hallettsville and Dana Vanek of Lodge 97, Placedo enjoyed the many "hands on" aspects of the tour. Here, they get a closer look at a bale of cotton.
District Six members enjoy a picnic lunch at Hemisphere Park.
youth members Lodge 6, Cottonwood receive crafts, door prizes Youth Club collects soup labels Dear Readers, Dear Readers, We took cakes to West Rest Home for a birthday party which everyone seems to enjoy. We had a Friday social, took down Christmas decorations, saved Campbell Soup labels for schools to get free things. Fraternally, Jesse Karlik (1/18/00) —SPJST-
Our last meeting was January 5. 2000. We elected new officers and I was nominated as Sergeant-at-Arms. Thanks to Mrs. Kovar and Mrs. Macik for the snowmen crafts and door prizes. Last Sunday, we all went to the movies. It was fun. Our next meeting is February 2, 2000. Fraternally, Holly Slenk (1/18/00) —SPJST-
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Youth Club collect cards for children's hospital
Youth Club welcomes new youth leader
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club had their monthly meeting on January 5. Our charities were to bring Christmas cards for St. Jude Hospital and donation to Snook PTO. We also elected our new officers. Thank you to Mr. Brett Whitten who spoke to us on the Whitten Flying Service and his airplane. Our next meeting is February 2 at 6 p.m. at the SPJST hall. Fraternally, Jason Gaas (1/18/00) —SPJST-
Dear Readers, Our last meeting was well attended. The members voted to see who would be our officers for 2000-2001. I was chosen as secretary. This meeting was very exciting because we had our new leader, Mrs. Marie Shelfer take over. It's going to be exciting with a new leader. We would like to thank Karen Macik for all the hard work she has put into our lodge. Fraternally, Heather Slenk (1/18/00) —SPJST--
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Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club donates to Blue Santa
Lodge 30, Taiton reports on January meeting
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 18, Elgin made 75 Christmas ornaments and took them to the rest home. The residents loved them and enjoyed our visit. We gave gifts to Blue Santa for the less fortunate ones. We had our Christmas party and had a great time. We exchanged gifts and had plenty of food to eat. We start back working in the kitchen at the Sunday dances. We love it! Sincerely, Charlie Anderson, President (1/19/00) —SPJST-
Dear Vestnik Readers, The SPJST Taiton Lodge 30, Youth Club met Sunday, January 16 at the Taiton Community Center for their monthly meeting. Vice President Chase Zalman presided over the meeting. Megan Marcaurele gave the secretary report followed by Chad Dorotik with the treasurer's report and T.J. Drapela with the dues report. Chairpersons Sue Dluhos and Brenda Drapela returned ornaments to the youth from the Christmas tree the youth decorated and donated toward at Lack's in El Campo during the Christmas holidays. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela talked to the members about the Youth Club Officers' Workshop and State Fun Day Saturday, January 22 in Waco. She also announced the deadline for the SPJST Motto Contest and Tee-shirt Desi gn Contest is January 31. Happy birthday for January was wished to Youth Club members Steven Drapela and Camille Staff. Special new year millennium poems were read and door prizes were drawn. The District Six Spring Meeting was announced to be on March 26 with Taiton lodge hosing at the Taiton Community Center. After the meeting, we celebrated both Assistant Youth Leaders', Mrs. Staff and Mrs. Gold, birthdays. The next Taiton Youth Club meeting will be February 6 at 2 p.m. at the T.C.C. Fraternally, Kyle Kaspar (14), Flag Bearer —SPJST-
18, Elgin Youth Club posts 2000 officers Lodge
We elected new Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club officers: President Charlie Anderson Vice President Crissy Bowen Secretary Anderea Fenski Treasurer Mikhaila Nelson Reporter E.J. Anderson Sergeant-at-Arms Mikey Bowen Submitted by, E.J. Anderson, Reporter (1/19/00) —SPJST-
66, Waco Youth Club reports on January meeting Lodge
30, Taiton Youth Club member expresses thanks Lodge
Dear Vestnik, I would like to thank everyone who donated canned goods to the Lack's Trim-a-Tree Contest that our lodge participated in. Our tree placed fifth. We hope to do much better next year. I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! Fraternally, T.J. Drapela (1/19/00) —SPJST-
On January 16, 2000, Candice called the meeting to order and Tanner led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We had 15 youth members, five adults and one visitor, Kimberly Cullinton. Our new youth leader read our correspondence and gave us the date on May 20 as the Walk America with March of Dimes. We discussed and planned for the Youth Club Workshop on January 22. First place door prize was won by Candice McAdams and second place was won by Dakota Yates.
Last Call for Entries SPJST Motto Contest SPJST youth members ages six to high school senior are encouraged to send in an original, rhyming motto that contains 50 words or less. The subject of the motto is SPJST and SPJST Youth Clubs. Mottos will be judged on originality and creativity, g rammar and appeal. Mottos become the property of SPJST and will not be returned. Mottos may be handwritten or types and must be received no later that January 31. 2000.
The contest winner will receive a $500 savings bond. All participants will receive 20 merit points and a participation certificate. Mail entries by January 31, 2000 to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 --SPjST-
In February, we will discuss a social activity. Justin Engelke, Reporter (1/19/00) —=-SPJST-
88, Houston youth members assist in kitchen Lodge
Dear Readers, On Monday, December 20, 1999, Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club had their monthly meeting. There were 15 youth, eight adults and two guests present. We held our election of officers for the year 2000-2001. They are as follows: President Krystle Bender Vice President Kelsie Hubble Secretary Christina Joseph Treasurer Brian Graska Reporter Stephanie Boyce Sergeant-at-Arms Rachel Graska These youth members will take office in June. We decided to elect committee members at the January meeting. After the meeting was over, we had our Christmas party. We had refreshments and then we had a drawing to exchange Christmas gifts that each youth brought. Everyone had a good time and liked the gift they received. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, January 19. We could still use some new faces to help out in the kitchen on Thursday nights. You earn points for working, so please come out and help. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Stephanie Boyce (10) (1/19/00) —SPJST-
Last Call for Entries Year 2000 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest What Is It? Each year, the SPJST sponsors a tee-shirt design contest for youth members to create an artistic design for the summer camp tee-shirts. SPJST youth members ages six to high school senior may enter. The Rules 40-Create a tee-shirt design relating to the 2000 theme: "SPJSTThe Next Millennium and Beyond" ar Submit entry: Using a black pen or marker, draw your design on an official entry form available from SPJST youth leaders or the address below, or draw your design on an 8 1/2" by 11" sheet of plain, white paper. or Entries must be original and created by the youth member. ir Entries become the property of SPJST and will not be returned. Air Entries should be simple in design and easy to reproduce on a tee-shirt. ir Grand prize winner may not enter the contest for one year following winning. Alr Entries must be received by January 31, 2000. 2000 Theme "SPJST—The Next Millennium and Beyond"
Prizes Grand prize—$100 Wal-Mart Gift Card and winning design on 2000 SPJST Camp Tee-shirts. Wal-Mart Gift-Cards will be awarded to runner-ups.
Got Questions? Call State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvnicom Mail entries by January 31, 2000 to:
177, Academy Youth Club member receives award in Christmas contest Lodge
The January meeting of Lodge 177 Academy Youth Club was called to order at 2 p.m. by President Sara Wagner on Sunday, January 9, 2000. Courtney Wagner led the Pledge of Allegiance. We had 11 members and three adults present. The minutes from the December meeting were approved as read. We had two new members, Laura Degallado and Jessica Rodriguez. Both new members are seventh grade students at Bartlett Middle School. We welcome you!
Old Business The youth were reminded that the deadline to enter the tee-shirt and motto contests is January 31, 2000.
New Business We received third place in the Lack's Trim-a-Tree contest. We
SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 —SPJSTreceived $50. The Youth Club Officers' Workshop and State Fun Day will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2000. The workshop will be held at Providence Hospital with registration beginning at 10:30 a.m. A pizza lunch will be provided. The workshop will conclude at 2:30 p.m. The Fund Day will be at Doc and Laddy's in Waco beginning at 3 p.m. Members must register by January 19. The meeting was adjourned at 2:23 p.m. After the meeting, we worked on Vestnik projects and made Valentine's for the SPJST Rest Homes. Our next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, February 13, 2000 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Jordan Lyon (12), Reporter (1/18/00) —SPJST-
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kad 133, San Antorlo Mile sestry a bratfi: Zpravy z na g i poslednf schUze ketera se knoala v nedeli 19. prosince 1999. Slavili jsme Vanoce a inn jsme nadivanou kintu, obed se podaval ve 12 hodin 30 minut. obstaral tu krUtu a napoje a sestry pfinesly pfikrmy a vanoeni peeivo. Dekujeme v gem sestram za jejich laskavost, meli jsme vkho dost a vg ichni si moc pochutnali. Navgteva byla poeetna. Na g sal byl ozdoben vanoenim stromkem a po obede Mikulag a Ones' koledu nagi mlade2i. Pak jsme zpfvali vanoeni pisnieky kdy2 jsme st yli kolem ozdobeneho stromku. Obchodnf east schUze zaeala v 1 honinu 45 minut. Nejprve jsme vzdali cent na g i vlajce a pak jsme uctili pamatku zesnul9ch eleni jednou minutou ticha. Nage tajemnice pfeeetla zpravy z minule schUze, podala finaneni zpravy a ve bylo pfijato beze zmeny. Hlasovali jsme darovat Ceskemu per veckemu sboru 150 dollarU a bylo to schvaleno. vgemy eleny. Na liste nemocn9ch je bratr Anthony Trilicek posilame tobe mnoho pozdravd a pf-ejeme ti brzke uzdravenf. Schroma2deni (Convention) v Temple, Texas bude v eervnu 12,13,14. Nagf zastupci budou bratr Bill Pavliska a bratr Don Netek. Nahradnici jsou sestra Viola Kurtz a bratr Emil Matula. Bob Bayer, feditel 7 okrsku zaptisahl nove itfedniky pro novy rok 2000. Jsou to president Jarolyn Popp, vicepresident Bill Paliska a tajemnfkpokladnfk Robert Popp. Svatevni vYodi v prosinci slavili tyto eleni: Richard a Kathy Uribe, 19 rokii, Otto a Jane Hurta 60 roku. Pe jeme oboum parUm mnoho gtestf a zdravi do budoucnosti. Narozeniny v prosinci meli tyto eleni: Viola Kurtz, Kathleen Matula, Karen Popp, Emil Rohan, Grace Rohan, Irene Jasek, Mary Popp, Kenneth Reese a Anna Riley. Dvetni cenu vyhrali: Jarolyn Popp, Rudy Valchar, Don Netek. "Split the Pot" vyhral bratr Bill Mare g a on tu cenu venoval na g emu faclu, a nevfm kdo to byla ta druha osoba. Dalgf ceny vyhrali: lill Pavliska, Grace Rohan, Jim Vali g, Emil Maulta, Viola Spaeek, Marz Schaufelle, Mary Polanski, Na ge pfiki sch aze bude v nedeli 16.1edna 2000 ve 2 hodiny odpoledne. Mnoho te'sti a ZdravI do Novato
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Jan Vaculfk Pravidelna vYroeni schfize CEFT se konala 15. ledna 2000 v arealu TAMU. President nadace bratr Marvin Marck pfivital pfitomne f-editele nadace, ostatnf pfitomne a hosty. Chvilkou ticha jsme uctili pa matku dlouholeteho funkcionafe Sida Pokladnika. Vzpomneli jsme i na nemocneho bratr Ho gka a Kosarka. Po zpravach o einnosti vgech funkcionain za minuly rok jsme projedna.vali nabor elend a vyu2iti nove technologie pro vyueovani ee gtiny a jin9ch pfedmetil na mnoh9ch mistech v Texasu bez pfitomnosti ueitele. Sestra Grace Skfivankova, vicepresidentka nadace, upozornila, abychom pokraeovali z ziskavani elenu i jine narodnosti, jen kdy2 ma zajem o na gi praci. Ona sama nenf nagi narodnosti. Cesky pf gfcf dopiso vatel, Jan Vaculfk, pfednesl kratkou zpravu o sve einnosti, kterou je mono videt a eist po kalde schUzi. Jeho zpravy v nocinach na vycho Ameriky a v Kane& se dost easto neobjevuji anebo jsou zmen geny do jednoho odstavec. Anglicky plg icf zpravodaj nebyl pfitomen, ale je pro na gi nadaci kriticky ddle2ite, abyhom meli anglicky pfgfcfho spolehliveho zpravoda je, proto2e vagina pfipadnYch lend a elenek je meyzi anglicky mluvIcimi lidmi. Pfedseda Sboru feditela, bratr Clinton Machann, pfednes1 ptchled einnosti nag i nadace a zdfiraznil, e nam podarilo ustanovit nove stipendium na TAMU a pfekrasne oslavit den nezavislosti Cesko slovenska a vyslechnout pfekrasnY koncert maestra Urbi ge. Pfedseda Poradniho vYboru ph UT Roger Koldf nemohl bYt pfitomen a podal zpravu o torn, 2e zajem o ee g tinu v Texasu se zvu guje ae letni kurs bude asi rozdelen na d ye skupiny pro veliky zajem. Rovne2 poeet studenta v jednotlivych tfidach je uspokojivY. Daniels ktera pfijala nrvni stipendium na TAMU, se podeliia s nami se svymi dojiny v
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Czech Cuimural Center Houston offers scholarships Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students of Czech descent who anticipate continued identification with the Czech community. A scholarship recipient may apply for grant renewal three additional years. An applicant must be: • A full-time undergraduate degree candidate to an accredited four-year college or university; • Born of Czech parentage (at least one parent); • Able to identify and communicate with the Czech community; • Able to verify academic ability; • Able to demonstrate financial need; • U.S. citizen Applications may be obtained after December 1, 1999 by written request only to : Scholarships Coordinator Yvonne Sternes 3802 Browning Street Houston, Texas 77005 Applications must be returned by February 1, 2000. Awards will be announced at the March membership meting of the CCC and sent to the college or university upon verification of enrollment. For any additional information, please contact Effie M. Rosene, Chairman of the Board at (713) 6866362.
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The Czech Heritage Society (CHS) of Texas, of which the Fort Bend Chapter is one of 14, held its state fall meeting in the quaint and warm little town of Fayetteville, Texas, Fayette County on November 20, 1999. The meeting was held in the Lodge 1 SPJST building that was dedicated on October 2, 1919. The well-maintained building stands today as it was originally built, with only the addition of indoor facilities. Fayette County is known as the cradle of Czech immigration, for this is the picturesque area the Czech immigrants settled in and began their new lives in America. Of the 218 members in attendance at the state meeting, 27 were from the CHS of Fort Bend County. Fort Bend County will be well represented on the Executive committee of the CHS of (Continued on page 23.)
Cultural Events Calendar March 11, 2000 State Czech Heritage meeting—held at St. Andrews Parish Hall in Hillje, Texas and hosted by the Wharton Chapter. For more information, contact Ethel Kuzell Meek (409) 543-4463. March 25 - April 13, 2000 The National Alliance of Czech Catholics in sponsoring a Pilgrimage for the Holy Year celebration. Contact Alden Smith (254) 582-5814 or Marvin Marek (281) 499-2249. For further information, please contact: Marvin J. Marek, Chairman TDNACC Pilgrimage Committee 2802 Camelot St. Missouri City, Texas 77459-2633 Phone: (281) 499-2249 Fax: (281) 403-9665 E-mail: marvin_marek@msn.com March 27 - May 8, Mondays Conversational Czech II language classes at Austin Community College. The cost of the class is $75. Registration is held at the ACC Highland Business Center (HBC), 4th floor between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday. For further information, contact ACC at (512) 223-7724. June 29 - July 25, 2000 Czechoslovak Foreign Institute Summer Study Program 2000—Depart
June 29 and return July 25. For information, contact the US Coordinator for the Czechoslovak Foreign !: stitue,:Tnafous Polasek, Czech Study Tour, Route 4, :Box 79, Schulenburg, Texas, 75SES 'or call after 7 p.m. CT (409) 562-2207. —SPJST-
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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Church CCD Building in Pilot Point. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, February 4-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, February 6-Lodge 6 meeting, 2 Wednesday, February 16-Cottonwood Water Supply annual meeting Friday, February 18-social night and Trustee meeting. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 8265863. LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6 p.m. LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. LODGE 14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. for the upcoming summer months. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental and dance information, call (254) 593-4192 or (254) 593-0090. LODGE 16, BILA HORA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of August and December at 2 p.m. 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.
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LODGE 18, ELGIN Saturday, February 5-King of Swing, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets $5 each. Sunday, February 13-Valentine's Dance: music by Tommy Vanek, ballroom and mix music. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets $5 each. Sunday, February 27-Central Texas Sounds 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $6 per person.
of each month at 8 p.m. Youth Club meets on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations or more information, call Jim Holahan at (972) 875-5230 or contact the hall at (972) 875-8381 and leave a message.
Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise stated. During all Sunday dances, the kitchen will be open. For rentals and reservations, call Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534; for band bookings, call Artie Monson at (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is non-smoking.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.
LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE For your enjoyment, Flag Hall now offers pool and an assortment of arcade games. Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Flag Hall is located 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53. For more information regarding hall bookings, rentals, please contact Hall Manager Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484. LODGE 25, ENNIS Saturday, January 29-Dining room rental Sunday, January 30-Dining room baby shower Thursday, February 3-Lodge monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 10-Rental Friday, February 11-Dining room rental Saturday, February 12-Rental Saturday, February 26-SPJST Workshop Friday, March 3-St. John Prom Lodge meetings are the second Thursday
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LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. in the meeting room on the ground floor of the SPJST Hall building at 106 Leveridge Street in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, January 28-Czech Melody Masters Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 7 p.m with snacks served from 6:30 to 7 p.m. for interested members. The youth club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 to 9 p.m. Kitchen is open for Sunday dances and on-premises catering is available. For hall reservations, dance information or bookings, call (512) 352-9139, (512) 352-7442 (lodge hall), or Tommie Schiller (512) 365-5795 and leave message. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan. LODGE 35, ELK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156. LODGE 36, WEST Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September and December at 6:45 p.m. LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Lunch is at 12:30, followed by meeting and social. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items.
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LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 in Hillje (409) 648-2317. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Sheldon Holub (409) 5437387, Tria Molberg (409) 543-3044 or (409) 648-2317 (lodge hall.) LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road at 7 p.m. LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, January 29-Andel-Vasek wedding. Dance - Vrazels' Polka Band Saturday, February 5-Jerry Heisler and the Melody Five. Tickets are $5 each. Sunday, February 6-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, February 12-No dance. Sunday, February 13-Seaton Cemetery Meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, February 19-Special Country, c/w band making their first appearance. Tickets $5 per person. Monday, February 21-Board meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, February 26-Granger Polka Boys, mixed music. Tickets $5 each. Sunday, February 27-Marek, Jezek, Kotrla Reunion Star Hall is a Non-Smoking facility. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances in 2000 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Louis Kohutek (254) 983-2261 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m. LODGE 54, WEST Sunday, February 6-A fried and baked chicken dinner fund raiser beginning at 11 a.m. All proceeds will be used for the hall renovation project. Saturday, February 12-Wedding Saturday, February 19-Reunion Saturday, February 26-K. C. Knights Friday, March 3-First quarterly Lodge 54, West meeting of 2000, 7 p.m. Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day). LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. Dances are from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight and cover is $5. Game nights (taroky, dominos, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Members, please bring snacks. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September and Dec. at 3 p.m.
Wednesday, January 26, 2000-VESTNIK/19 LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m. LODGE 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Monday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Permit No. 1-751052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Hall location: 5502 Kostorhyz Road, Corpus Christi. Phone: (512) 852-9042. Public invited. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. A luncheon is served at noon and the meeting follows. LODGE 84, DALLAS Saturday, February 19-Dance with music by Fritz Hodde, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Admission $6 per person. Sunday, February 20-Lodge meeting/Initiation of new members/Free dinner: Brief monthly meeting will begin at 3 p.m. followed immediately by initiation of new members and free spaghetti dinner. Members are asked to bring desserts. Wednesday, February 23-Bus trip to Bossier City: Depart Lodge 84 at 7 a.m. by chartered bus to Bossier City Casino and depart there at 6 p.m. for return to lodge. $20 per person; Advance reservations required. Contact Wanda Petr at (214) 3524397 for reservations or information. Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. located at the hall, 2625 Floyd Street. For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 352-4397 or Ben Jarma at 3481514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps at (254) 778-4371 (Shop) or (254) 773-6164 (Home). LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, January 29-No Dance Saturday, February 5-Bobby Layne, big band; *Dress Code. Tickets $12 each. Saturday, February 12-Valentine dance: Jack Melick, The Piano Man, big band music; *Dress Code. Tickets $12 each. Sunday, February 13-Lodge 88 Anniversary: Donnie Wavra. Watch for details. Saturday, February 19-Bobby Jones, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each. Saturday, February 26-Dwain Muller, big band music. Tickets $11 each. *Dress code. Saturday, March 4-Donnie Wavra, ballroom, polka/variety. Admission $6 per person. Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen. LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, February 6-Dance with music by Gary Lee Country Western Band, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, February 12-Youth Club Valentine dance, 8 p.m. Music provided by Classic Country, country/western. Sunday, February 20-Fritz Hodde, polka/waltz. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, March 5-Gary Lee Country/Western Orchestra, 3 to 7 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth Club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ballroom dancing every Friday night sponsored by Zane Laurini's Stardust Ballroom. Call 1 (800)
332-9303. Dress code enforced. For additional dance info., tune to KBEC 1390 AM at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3 FM at 2 p.m. every Sunday. Family night/tarok on the first and third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Ladies' Circle meets on second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. For a place to hold your large parties, anniversaries or other special events, call Joyce at (817) 624-1361.
LODGE 161, LA PARITA-JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are held on the first Sunday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank Community Room; except for March, June, September and December meetings which will be held at a restaurant at 4:30 p.m. for a meal and meeting.
LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 207 South Park in Karnes City.
LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m.
LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.
LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, February 5-Country Delux Saturday, February 12-Cherokee Country Saturday, February 19-Down Time
LODGE 97, PLACEDO Thursday, March 9, 2000-Meeting at REA Building, Victoria, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 8-Meeting at REA Building, Victoria, 6:30 p.m.
Hall is located at 3609 Preston in Pasadena. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday parties, wedding receptions, retirement parties, Christmas parties, etc., please call Vicki (281) 5421774 or call the lodge hall (281) 487-3297. Starting January, 1999, Lodge 172 will be renting the hall on the last Saturday of each month. For reservations, call the lodge hall (281) 487-3297. Saturday night dances are held from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Executive members and Board of Trustees meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Lodge meetings are held in March, June, September and December. LODGE 106, LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in La Grange at 7:30 p.m. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted. LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m. September through May. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m. LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Hinze Bar-B-Que Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas. The time for the meetings is 7 p.m. LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated. LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on the third Sunday of the month at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are field monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 427-8160. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, Sept. and Dec. at 3 p.m.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; trustees' meeting is at 7 p.m. Youth Club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-742042239-0 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.
the first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Games License No. 1-74-1960208-5. LODGE 189, BRYAN - COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 191, LUFKIN For lodge rentals, contact Frank Juarez at (409) 875-4676. For dance reservations, contact Marilyn Page (409) 632-1124. Meetings are held at the lodge hall located at 1 715 Hughes Street in Lufkin, Texas. Regular dances are on the third Saturday of every month. Reservations for tables at dances will be made on a first call basis. LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST All dances open to the public. ($6 per person) Watch for our letters in the Vestnik. Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For hall rentals for weddings, birthdays, dances and parties, call (281) 373-9482. Leave a message. The hall's address is 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas 77429. LODGE 200 BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 201, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. Contact Celesta Balke for hall rentals at (409) 830-0118.
LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview.
LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank in in the Community Room.
LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine at 201 Centennial Street.
LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas.
LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Burleson. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik at (817) 284-7218, Rhonda Hurtik at (214) 435-2286, or John Hitcher at (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 to 12:30 a.m. Children 10 and under free. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m.
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Texas in the year 2000. Officers who are members of the Fort Bend Chapter of the CHS are Marie Gottfried, LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Secretary; Anna Krpec, Trustee; Dan Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of Hrna, Legal Advisor/Trustee; Pat each month at 4 p.m. Parma, Trustee; and Robert Roesner, LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of Membership Chairman. Guest speaker for this occasion was each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and Willie Kocurek, outstanding Austinite every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. and historian. Mr. Kocurek has served a 17516910506. For information regarding lifetime in service of his community. hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538, (972) Some of his more noted accomplish263-9031, (972) 262-8830 and (817) 457-2138. ments include: Austin's most outstanding young man in 1941, Austin's most LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second worthy citizen in 1980 and in 1990, he Wednesday of March, June, September and his son, Neal, were chosen Austinites and December at 7 p.m. of the year (first ever father and son to be LODGE 185 chosen). In 1986, an Austin Independent NEW BRAUNFELS School District Elementary school was Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of named in his honor. February, April, June, August, October and December. Willie Kocurek is presently a lawyer in the morning, banker in the afternoon LODGE 186, CALDWELL and attends functions throughout the day. Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games His philosophy, "life and the living of it" are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, reflects on youth, education, maturity, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and staying in the main stream and the good bar open. License Permit No. 1-7420733095-41002. age. His speech addressed "Down Memory Lane from Farm to City." LODGE 187 Membership in the CHS of Fort Bend ROUND ROCK County or any other chapter is open to Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. followed by a cov- anyone interested in preserving and proered dish meal. Youth meetings are the moting the Czech and Czech/Moravian first Sunday of at 3 p.m. For information heritage and culture. Members do not regarding building rentals, please call (512) 255-1554 or (512) 255-3415. have to be Czech to join. For information, contact Pat Parma (281) 342-4898 LODGE 188, CENTERVILLE or http://www.czechheritage.org . Game times: Sunday, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; lodge meetings are
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