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hanks to all of the sales representatives pictured here for their efforts in 1999. A
They received recognition for their efforts at the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Banquet, February 26, 2000 at Lodge 25, Ennis.
CHARLES GARRETT, FIC Lodge 97 Placedo (District Six)
MILDRED HOLEMAN Lodge 88 Houston (District Five)
Top Applications Written (72)
Top Earned Premium ($56,065.43)
Top Insurance Written ($4,025,000) TOPS IN DISTRICT ONE SUSAN SKRABANEK Lodge 17 New Tabor
ALBIN MACHU "Lodge 29 Taylor
FRANK PAJESTKA, JR. Lodge 80 Holland
Top Applications Written
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Top Insurance Written
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Top Earned Premium
Also received plaque for full year in the "Consistency Club"
Top Earned Premium
TOPS IN DISTRICT THREE
TOPS IN DISTRICT FOUR
MARTHA DURHAM, FIC Lodge 92 Fort Worth
MILAN DUJKA, FIC Lodge 66 Waco
DONALD WILLAMS, FIC Lodge 157 Lubbock
LEONARD JANSA, FIC Lodge 160 San Angelo
Top Applications Written
Top Insurance Written
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Top Earned Premium
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TOPS IN DISTRICT FIVE VICTOR JANAK, SR. Lodge 88 Houston
EVELYN MIKESKA, FIC Lodge 196 Houston-West
MILDRED HOLEMAN Lodge 88 Houston
Top Applications Written
Top Insurance Written
Top Earned Premium
Awardwinning lodges for 1999 start on page 12.
TOPS IN DISTRICT SEVEN
TOPS IN DISTRICT SIX CHARLES GARRETT, FIC Lodge 97 Placedo
GLENN KAMINSKY, FIC Lodge 28 East Bernard
GARY COLUMBUS Lodge 202 Jourdanton
THELMA HRNCIR Lodge 79 Corpus Christi
Top Applications Written
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2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, March 15, 2000
FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK
VESTNI 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 c/o Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, 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
OFFICERS HOWARD LESHIKAR PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 771-1359
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 BY-LAW 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 HI - KAY LYNN KOVAR, 3303 LAKE BARDWELL DRIVE, E.NNIS, TX 75119 - (214) 875-5498 DISTRICT IV - BEVERLY TEPLICEK, SCTY., 817 FM 381, 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
Sales Representatives Assistance Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1-800-72-SPJST After Office Hours and/or Weekends, call STATE FIELD MANAGER GENE McBRIDE, NO. 7 Frank James, MPR BELTON, TX 76513 - (254) 780-1906 DISTRICTS 1 and 7 Larry Wagner (830) 276-4414 or (830) 742-4463 (Home) E-mail: insagent@texas.net DISTRICTS 2 and 3 Jerry Kucera (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz (915) 442-3038 or (915) 442-3141 (Home) DISTRICTS 5 and 6 Jim Wiest (361) 782-5597 Houston: (713) 249-9596 E-mail: Jimatspjst@aol.com
FAQ
Leadership More Than a Title
It's a Way of Life ...
"Human qualities - not position or title - make a leader. The signs of outstanding leadership are found among the followers, for without them there would be no leaders." -Author Unknown The most important resource that the SPJST has are its members with the ability and get-up-and-go to make good things happen. We've got a lot of them. Some are active. Many aren't. The ability and know how to get things done exhibits itself in very different ways. Sometimes, it appears in the form of a gifted sales representative who has done his or her homework and closes the sale. At other times, the ability and know how to innovate shows itself in the form of a self-starting individual, who brings life and vitality to even the most routine lodge meetings and rituals. Both contribute to the bottom line of building a stronger SPJST. These members are special and the people I admire and learn from in the SPJST. They set priorities, organize work and are accountable for results. They define the spirit and optimism that can energize a stronger and more dynamic SPJST in the years ahead. Even with the authority that comes with an "official" title, one cannot really command and control creativity, enthusiasm and innovation. The best that a democratic body can do is offer direction, work together and establish a climate of trust that encourages collaboration and favors inclusiveness: An environment that recognizes the importance of sharing power in exchange for everyone achieving a greater sense of responsibility. A leader is someone who can guide the efforts of a group toward a result beyond its current reach. They can come from anywhere in the organization. They are confident in their beliefs and values and are just as ready to be the servants of their followers. They stimulate the energy and talent of others, allow their ideas to flow and help them reach and extend their potential.
"A leader is someone who can guide the efforts of a group toward a result beyond its current reach."
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By being flexible and open-minded, effective leaders encourage others to join in. They promote two-way communication. Most people in the SPJST, I believe, want to make a positive difference and be proud of their results and be recognized for what they do. Effective leadership works to create an organizational environment that satisfies these needs, builds on diversity and allows members - young and old - to contribute to their fullest. Quite a few lodges and districts have been or will be holding delegates meetings in anticipation of the SPJST convention in June. I had the chance to sit in on another just this past Sunday at Lodge 189, Bryan College Station. These kinds of meetings are good because they encourage members to get a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the SPJST. Moreover, it's a grand opportunity for our local lodge leaders to speak up and champion the ideas and initiatives that will enable the SPJST to achieve new heights in the 21st Century. ASENSIIII=0111111111NIXEI
Leadership in Action
Hats off to the district youth counselors, youth leaders and their assistants who participated in the Youth Leaders Workshop held this past weekend at the Peaceable Kingdom Retreat west of Salado in Bell County. That was quite a program! Sincere ,appreciation is also extended to State Youth birector Melanie Zavondy who organized the weekend retreat which covered topics ranging from camping, dancing and painting to the essentials of planning effective local and district youth activities. Watch for photos and summary in a couple of weeks.
-SPJSTKeep in touch. Web Site: www. spjst.com Home Office E-mail: info@spjst.com Vestnik E-mail: bvanicek@vvm.com Universal Life 7.00% for Annualized*
Roth IRA
Home or Farm Mortgages:
6.00% for Annualized*
7.00% for 1 to 7 years 7.50% for 8 to 15 years 7.75% for 16 to 20 years 8.00% for 21 to 30 years
Annuity II
Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages
Annuity I
8.75% for 10 years 9.00% for 11 to 15 years
6.00% for Annualized* Certificates issued 4-1-93 and after
5.00% for Annualized* Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93 *Rates effective 2-1-2000 through 4-30-2000
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Accommodation Information for the XXVIII SPJST Convention Arrangements have been made with some of the motels in Temple for rooms for those attending the SPJST XXVIII 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
Telephone
Rate
Confirmation No.
Comfort Suites
(254) 770-0300
$60
SPJST
(254) 771-1688
$42.95 SPJST
(254) 778-6700
$55
875/6359—SPJST
(254) 770-1100
$60
SPJST
(254) 778-4251
$40
SPJST
(254)-778-5511
$54
SPJST
(254) 771-2980
$58.50 58210881
1415 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Econo Lodge 1001 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Hampton Inn 1414 SW H K Dodgen Loop Temple, Texas 76504
Holiday Inn Express 1301 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Hospitality Inn 2602 South 31st Street Temple, Texas 76504
Inn at Scott & White
District Two Spring Meeting March 19 at Lodge 18, Elgin
District Five Delegates meet March 15 at Lodge 88, Houston
It's that time again — time again for the District Two Spring Meeting. This year the meeting will be held at SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin on Sunday, March 19. Registration starts at 1 p.m. and the business meeting begins at 2 p.m. The members of Lodge 18, Elgin will have sweets for sale before the meeting and the district will provide soft drinks, coffee and tea. As always, we will recognize SPJST members who have attained the "Grand Age of 96," as well as 75and 50- year members and lodge fraternalists of the year. We will also elect district officers and decide the location of the fall meeting. Lodge 18, Elgin will be serving our afternoon meal at 5 p.m. The cost of the meal for members is only $2 and will include meat, vegetables, drink and dessert. We look forward to seeing you in Elgin on March 19 and want to thank Elgin for hosting the spring meeting. Fraternally, Kathy Fritz, FICF District Two President —SPJST-
Lodge 88, Houston invites all District Five Convention delegates to attend our meeting March 15, Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. We will discuss proposals that we may want to submit. Please bring your Vestnik copy of proposals that have been submitted for discussion. Clara Broz, President —SPJST-
2625 S. 31st Temple, Texas 76504
La Quinta Inns
Motel 6
(254) 778-0272
$36.15 SPJST
(254) 778-4411
$48
(254) 778-0962
$43.95 SPJST
1100 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Ramada Inn
4453
802 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Super "8"
Three Delegates meet March 29 at Lodge 84, Dallas District
1604 W. Barton Avenue Temple, Texas 76504
5505 S. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76502
If you have any questions regarding please feel free to call Secretaryaccommodations for the convention, Treasurer Anglin at 1 800 727-7578. —SPJST-
Temple Area Accommodations
All District Three Convention delegates are asked to attend a meeting Wednesday, March 29 at 7 p.m. at Lodge 84, Dallas. Please bring any submissions you may have for the Year 2000 Convention by-laws. Likewise, please bring your by-law books if you have them. I hope to see you March 29 Kay Lynn Kovar District Three By-law Committee Representative SPJST-
Six Spring Meeting set for March 26 at Lodge 30, Taiton District
Dear District Six Lodges: Our Spring District Meeting will be held on Sunday, March 26, at the Taiton Community Center. Monica Staff, President of Lodge 30, Taiton, extends a warm welcome for everyone to come on over and enjoy the day. Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. Please refer to the tentative agenda which outlines the afternoon meeting. Lunch will be served after the meeting and door prizes will be given away. The District Six BBQ Cookoff Committee will also meet on Sunday, March 26, at 11:30 a.m. Anyone interested in helping coordinate the annual event will need to plan to attend. At the 1999 Fall District Meeting it was voted that all District Six Lodge FACs would be members of this committee so that each lodge would keep informed and be able to participate in the project. I look forward to seeing all lodge FACs and anyone else being able to help out in this event. (Continued on page 4.)
SPJST Home Office at 520 North Main Street • Temple, Texas Phone: (254) 773-1575 WATS: 1 (800) 727-7578 Waco
1. Comfort Suites 2. Econo Lodge 3. Hampton Inn 4. Holiday Inn Express 5. Inn at Scott & White 6. La Quinta 7. Motel 6 8. Ramada Inn 9. Super 8
East
Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates March 15 March 18 March 19 March 25 March 26 March 26 March 29 April 1 April 9 April 13 April 16 April 18-20 April 30 May 13 May 28 June 2-4 June 12-14
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District Five Delegates Meeting at Lodge 88, Houston State "42" Domino Tournament at Lodge 25, Ennis District Two Spring Meeting, Lodge 18, Elgin Insurance Committee Meeting, SPJST Home Office District Six Spring Meeting, Lodge 30, Taiton District Seven Spring Meeting, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi District Three Delegates Meeting at Lodge 84, Dallas Texas Spring Gala, Lodge 24, Cyclone District One Spring Meeting Deadline for Recommendations to By-Law Committee District Four Spring Meeting, Seymour Seniors Center Hosted by Lodge 73, Seymour Supreme Lodge Meeting, SPJST Home Office District Three Spring Meeting, Lodge 66, Waco State Horseshoe Tournament at Temple Lions Park Spring Festival at Lodge 80, Holland Teen Leaders Workshop at Peaceable Kingdom Retreat SPJST ''4th Convention, Temple — SPJST-
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Lodge 18, Elgin Hosts District Two Spring Meeting March 19 Registration
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. 2 p.m. Call to Order
Kathy Fritz, District Two President
Presentation of Colors District Two Flag Bearers Pledge of Allegiance Ruth Hanusch, District Two Vice President and Fraternal Activities Coordinator District Welcome Kathy Fritz Lodge 18, Elgin Welcome Andrew Greinert Lodge 18, Elgin President Introduction of Supreme Lodge Officers Kathy Fritz Memorial to Deceased Members Ruth Hanusch and Patsy Koslovsky, District Two Youth Counselor Minutes Sharon Holman, District Two Secretary Treasurer's Report Carol Tallas, District Two Treasurer District Youth Counselor Report Patsy Koslovsky Report of Audit Committee Fraternal Activities Committee Report
Ruth Hanusch
(Recognize District Two Lodge Fraternalists of the Year) Frank Klinkovsky Age 96-, 75-, and 50- year Member Recognition District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky Sidney Kacir, Supreme Lodge Legal Advisor
District Two Director's Report Supreme Lodge Reports
Sharon Holman
Lodge Attendance Rest Home Director's Report
Dan Balusek, District Two Rest Home Director
Old Business New Business Determine Site of Fall Meeting, September 17, 2000 (Third Sunday in September) Election of Officers Installation of District Officers
Sidney Kacir
Prayer Adjourn
Around the State (Continued from page 3.)
I hope that everyone is having a great spring and that they will enjoy seeing some wildflowers in bloom as they travel to Taiton. See you there! Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Secretary —SPJST-
Six making plans for fall BBQ Cookoff District
Attention District Six Fraternal Activities Coordinators and BBQ Cookoff Committee: There will be a meeting regarding the 2000 District Six BBQ Cookoff right before registration begins for our Spring District Meeting. All lodge FACs, as well as the previous year's committee members, should plan to be at this meeting which will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 26, at the Taiton Community Center. Anyone else wanting to help plan this annual event is welcome. We need as much participation as possible to once again make it a successful event. Yvonne Garrett of Lodge 97, Placedo is gathering possible dates and other pertinent information so that decisions can be made at this meeting. See you there! Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Secretary —SPJST-
Meal — $2 per plate Fraternally, Kathy Fritz, District Two President
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Pay Life. It Isn't Just for Children. Lone
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 AGE 65 PREMIUM IMMEDIATE 10 YEARS PROTECTION AGE $5,060 $700 $570 $10,000 $450 2 5,060 1,320 2,020 1,810 10,000 30 5,065 4,330 3,020 3,650 10,000 50
Seven Spring Meeting March 26 at Sokol Hall in Corpus Christi District
Dear Readers, The District Seven Spring Meeting will be on March, 26, 2000 in Corpus Christi at the Sokol hall. Hosting the meeting will be Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. Please make plans to attend. Watch for more details soon. Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven Secretary —SPJST-
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District Seven Delegates meet March 26 All District Seven Convention Delegates are invited to attend a meeting March 26 immediately following the District Seven Spring Meeting at the Sokol Hall in Corpus Christi. Hope to see you there! Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven By-law Committee Representative —SPJST-
Committee meets March 18-19 at Home Office Finance
The Finance Committee will meet on Saturday and Sunday March 18 and March 19, 2000 at the Home Office, Temple, at 8 a.m. The Committee will be reviewing and making recommendations for the SPJST Convention to be held in Temple, Texas, June 12 through June 14, 2000. Members are encouraged to send in their recommendations to the committee. Please send your recommendations to Rita J. Vanek, Box 901, El Campo, Texas 77437 before March 15, 2000. Fraternally, Rita J Vanek, Secretary SPJST Finance Committee —SPJST-
Insurance
Committee meets March 25 at Home Office 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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SPJST members and friends are encouraged to support the 1999' 2000 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship 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 scholarships to SPJST members. Mail your contribution to: 1 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive c/o SPJST, P.O. Box 100, Temple, „ Texas 76503. Thank you for your kind support. Please contact I State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz at 1 (800) 727-7578 for printed donation solicitation forms. MN MI MI J MNII Mill MINI NMI MI NM L
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Lodge 30, Taiton Hosts District Six Spring Meeting March 26
Sokol Hall • 5502 Kostorhyz Road, Corpus Christi
Note: The BBQ Cookoff Committee will meet before the District Meeting at 11:30 a.m.
District Six President Joe Siptak District Flag Bearers Youth Club Lodge 30, Taiton Monica Staff Lodge 30, Taiton Welcome Lodge 30, Taiton President ........... Helen Zabransky Response and Introduction of Special Guests District Six Second Vice President and District Fraternal Activities Coordinator Albert Olsovsky Memorial Service District Six First Vice President
1:30 p.m. Call to Order Posting of Colors
Roll Call of Lodges, Officers and Standing Committees, Minutes, Recognition of 50- and 75-year members, and Fraternalists of the Year in District Six by Secretary Annie Vahalik Treasurer's Report by A.J. (Tony) Kelner District Youth Counselor's Report and Program by DYC Marcy Dorotik and her assistant, Karen Kaspar Standing Committee Reports: By-Law - Mike Ahlstrom Publication - Helen Kelner Finance - Rita Vanek Insurance - Jerome Hlavaty Rest Home Director Report - Mike Ahlstrom ..Jim Wiest
State Field Representative Report Supreme Lodge Report District Six Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Report Old Business - District BBQ Cookoff New Business Announcements Report of Audit Committee Report of Nominating Committee
Registration (Coffee and kolaches served) Frances McDonald 10:45 Call To Order District Seven President Presentation of Colors and Pledge of Allegiance Jerry Sijansky, Lodge 79, Welcome Corpus Christi President Frances McDonald Response Jerry Sijansky Tribute to Deceased Members District Seven Second Vice President Frances McDonald Announce Committees Frances McDonald Introduction of Guests Glen Pruski Roll Call of District Officers District Seven First Vice President Bettie House Roll Call of. Lodges District Seven Secretor) Bettie House Minutes of Last Spring Meeting Bettie House Correspondence Glen Pruski Recognition of 50-Year Members Leonard Mikeska Supreme Lodge Officer Report Supreme Lodge Vice President 12 p.m. Lunch -- Roast Beef $3 per plate Melba Novosad 1 p.m. Financial Report District Seven Treasurer Liz Bielefeld Youth Report District Seven Youth Counselor Jerry Sijansky Rest Home Director Report District Seven Rest Home Director Bob Bayer District Seven Director Report District Seven Director Larry Wagner State Field Representative Report 10 a.m.
Registration
12:30 p.m
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Hosts District Seven Spring Meeting March 26
Matt Vanek District Six Director
Mary Matula. Kathy Ahlstrom and Alan Sklar Adolf Motal, Joe Nezval and Yvonne Garrett
Standing Committee Reports: Publication Finance Insurance By-Law Auditing Committee Report Old and New Business District Fraternalists for 1999
Election of Officers
Election of Officers
Selection of Site for Fall Meeting
Installation of Officers
Installation of Officers
Site of Next Meeting
Adjournment
Door Prizes
Lunch and Door Prizes
Adjourn
Please plan to attend and enjoy the afternoon! Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Secretary —SPJST-
Convention delegates meeting. Fraternally, Bettie House District Secretary —SPJST--
Take a Closer Look at SPJST Annuities Many people buy homes even though they have no intention of ever living in them. Instead. they lease the property and collect rent at regular intervals. They have made an investment of capital for the sole purpose of producing a regular income. An annuity is a similar kind of arrangement . . . The basic purpose of an annuity is to distribute a regular, guaranteed lifetime income through a scientific liquidation of invested capital. Annuities start with a sum of mcney that has either been paid in a lump sum (single pay annuVLe) or has been accumulated through payments over a number of years (deferred annuities). In planning for retirement, a person may want to ''send money ahead" by making regular payments to an annuity years before retirement. At retirement, the annuity will be ready to make payments back to supplement retirement income . . . Introduction to Life Underwriting, Dearborn • R&R Newkirk, Dearborn Financial Publishing, Inc.
Current Rates Posted on Page Two.
Jarolyn Popp Monta FosterPolly Bayer Bettie House
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Buying a Home Or Building a Business? Let's Talk! The SPJST makes home, farm and commercial loans to qualified members. For a free illustration that shows how you can save when making a new loan or refinancing through the SPJST, please contact the SPJST Mortgage Lending Department at 1(800) 727-7578 and ask to speak with Ann Paruzinski. Mortgage loans and term insurance that can pay off your loan in the event of death are just two of the many benefits available to SPJST members.
6NESTNIK—Wednesday, March 15, 2000
SPJST Museum Accepts Gifts: Invites Visitors to Tour Collection The SPJST Museum received the following donations in the month of January: A collection of ceramic and glass figurines of birds, butterflies, and angels from the estate of the late Dolores Simpson of Temple, Texas. Mrs. Simpson visited the museum and it was her wish that these items be donated to the SPJST Museum. Czech Republic-Moravian Crest - (See insert) A picture of the small emblem of the Czech Republic donated by Clarence Matula of La Grange, Texas. It consists of a red shield which contains a silver splittailed lion rampant with a golden crown and golden claws. This symbol appeared in the late 12th century. It dates to 1158 and can be seen on the tomb of Ottokar I, first hereditary king of Bohemia, who died in 1230. *The Czechoslovak Republic has retained the Bohemian lion under all its forms of government. *(Heraldry Sources, Symbols, and Meanings by Ottfried Neubecker, McGraw-Hill, 1976) For more information or a copy on the Legend of
How The Lion Got Two Tails (The Legend of Bruncvik), contact Dorothy Pechal at the Home Office.) In the month of January, 61 visitors toured the museum. This included Cub Scouts Troop 118 of Belton who came for a weekend tour. Also touring were visitors from Florida, Germany, and Missouri. We would be delighted to have you come for a tour of the museum. As you are planning activities for the week, month, or even year, why not decide to include the SPJST Museum as one of the "attraction spots" you would like to visit? There is no admittance charge and scheduled appointments are not necessary during the week. (Groups of 10 or more, however, are encouraged to call ahead of time.) If a weekend tour for a large group is preferred, we will be happy to assist you then. It will be a pleasure to serve you and yours! Submitted by Dorothy Pechal Museum Curator
James Janousek, right, of Van Nuys, California and a member of Lodge 84, Dallas, recently presented the SPJST Museum with a
colorful collection of antique Czech krojs. Looking on are Fraternal Department Secretary Sandra Dubcak and Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin. Brother Janousek served as the first SPJST State Youth Director from 1966 - 1971.
State"42" Domino Tournament Limited to SPJST members No limit on teams per lodge $7 entry fee Entry fee inlcludes snacks and lunch Directions to SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis: 1-35 to Waxahachie, Texas. Take Hwy. 287 East. Stay on Hwy. 287 East until you come into Ennis, Texas. Go straight through downtown Ennis, go under the overpass at 1-45. Go approximately 3/4 mile on Hwy. 34. Lodge 25 is on the right.
Lodge 15, Buckholts offers Czech class Dear Readers, To all those interested, this is letting you know that a course in conversational Czech will again be offered in Buckholts. April 4 Organizational Meeting The organizational meeting will be held at the SPJST hall on Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m. The time and date is set in stone, so even if I should forget to give you a timely reminder, we will meet as of that date. I am looking forward to seeing the return of my fowler students as well as welcoming new ones. Hilda K. Burtis Instructor —SPJST-
—SPJST-
Something Old; Something New
When: Saturday, March 18 Where: Lodge 25, Ennis Registration: 8 a.m. Play begins: 9 a.m.
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Lodge 24,Cyclone
extends invitation to Texas Spring Gala Dear Lodge 24 Members, Tickets are now on sale for the Texas Spring Gala set for April 1 at Flag Hall. It'll be like a spring vacation cruise on the Caribbean! Your $50 donation admits two people. What's more you could win one — or more terrific door prizes. The event will feature a delicious barbecue dinner for two catered by Cyclone Corral; music and dancing by Vrazels Polka Band; an open beverage bar and hors d'oeuvres; and two chances to win prizes in the door prize drawing. Prizes are: • $1,000 Certificate of Deposit, • Horseshoe Casino Champagne Get Away in Shreveport, La. • $100 Gift Certificate, Dillard's, • $100 Gift Certificate, Foley's, • $100 Gift Certificate, Wal-Mart, • $100 Gift Certificate, Tractor Supply Company, • $100 Gift Certificate, HEB • $50 Gift Certificate, Green's Sausage House, • $50 Gift Certificate, Westphalia Market, • $50 Gift Certificate, Peterek's 3-R Country Meats, • $50 Gift Certificate, Red Ranger Grocery, • $50 Gift Certificate, Kerley's Market Gala doors open at 6 p.m. For tickets, please call: LaVerne Cabla (9852354), Terry Coots (985-2684), Ginger Greger (984-0070), Richard Greger (583-4356), Bobby Hoelscher (9852537), Wilbert Mikeska (985-2484),
Let's hear what your members and lodge are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, c/o SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail:
bvanicek@vvm.com or info@spjst.com
Got a question? Call 1 (800) 727-7578
Bernice Sebek (985-2361), Patsy Baker (985-2457), Brian Vanicek (9850007), Harold Vanicek (583-2335) or Melanie Zavodny (983-3378). Fraternally, Tammy Baker, Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 38, Kovar
reports on February meeting Our February meeting was called to order by President Johnnie Janak. President Janak led us in the Pledge of Allegiance and afterwards a prayer by Secretary Joe J. Sulak. The minutes of the January meeting were read by Secretary Joe J. Sulak and approved. The financial report was given by Treasurer Gearldeen Faust and Vice President Edwin Zimmerhazel gave a brief report. We are working on a fund raising for Saturday April 8, 2000. Brother Lester Rector has been working on the details. Johnnie Janak and wife, Rita, Gearldeen Faust and Joe J. Sulak will attend the 1999 Workshop and Lodge Incentive Banquet in Ennis, Texas, February 26, 2000.
SPJST cemetery markers available Bronze SPJST cemetery markers are available for purchase through the Home Office for $34. The price includes postage and handling. The markers, which measure three inches in diameter, include a four-inch threaded post for mounting. To purchase marker or to receive additional information, please contact the President's Office at 1 (800) 727-7578 or write the Home Office at P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. —SPJST-
Wednesday, March 15, 2000—VESTN1K07
Good Show!
"Something in the Air at the Barn" by Mary Elzner
Thanks to the members of Lodge 25, Ennis, pictured above, who hosted the Year 2000 Statewide Lodge Officers Workshop and Lodge Recognition and Incentive Banquet at their lodge hall on February 26. Hosting an all-day event considerable effort and teamwork and the Lodge 25 team came through with flying colors! It was a great pleasure to have the District One Director Donnie Victorick and his, wife in attendance. The meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be March 20, 2000. Fraternally, Betty Barta Reporter —SPJST-
crackers. Members are asked to bring desserts. Let's have a large turn-out! Fraternally, Dorothy Gerlich Entertainment Committee —SPJST-
87, Temple reports on recent lodge activities Lodge
63, Sweet Home meeting, social set for March 19 Lodge
Lodge 63, Sweet Home will host its monthly meeting and social on March 19, 2000 at the Sweet Home Community Center beginning with a Happy Hour at 12 noon. Our meal for this month's social will be a fish fry with all the trimmings. We have some guest chefs for this meal. Members are asked to bring the dessert. An Easter Egg Hunt, Too!
After the meal, a short business meeting will be held. Several items are on the agenda to be discussed. Door prizes will be awarded and someone with a birthday in January, February or March will win a birthday cake baked by Ann Moseley. Since this is also our last social before Easter, there will be an Easter egg hunt for the little ones and the seniors. Since our last social, Lodge 31, Yoakum has officially merged with our lodge. We are especially inviting the former Yoakum lodge members to this social. Let's make this March 19 social the best ever! Elaine Berkovsky FAC and Reporter —SPJST-
66, Waco sets March 19 meeting Lodge
The regular meeting of Waco Lodge 66 will be held on March 19 at 2:30 p.m. We will be serving chili and
SPJST Lodge 87, Temple met at 8 p.m. on January 11, 2000. After enjoying the leftovers from our winter holiday party, we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a moment of silence for our departed members. Treasurer Daryl Entrop's reports from both November and December were read and approved. We also reviewed our annual receipts and disbursements and were pleased to find that the latter exceeded the former by only a small margin. We were, however, disappointed to find such a large proportion was spent on hall maintenance and repair that we had little margin for the charitable and fraternal activities we would prefer to support. There was broad consensus that we should try to ameliorate this problem in the coming years. We expressed our appreciation toward the Alfords and now toward Bertha Capps who has taken over responsibility for the rental of our lodge; Daryl's calculations revealed that their efforts provided a quarter of our annual income! Minutes of the meeting after our December holiday party were unfortunately not available and will be reviewed at our. February meeting. Our current slate of officers had been reelected and so Supreme Lodge Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir installed us for our current year of service. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Thelma Groppell announced the Tarok tournament which-was held January 15. She then presented a certificate to Bertha Capps who was our Fraternalist of the Year and we wished her the best of luck in the statewide competition. Afterwards, Sister Groppell presented "Everyday Heroes" pins to our active members in appreciation for
The result was astronomical. They Ihave always been told that produced award-winning rabbits that no matter what happens in life, gave me the opportunity to walk your parents will look out for away with several top honors in the you and lead you in the right rabbit division at the 1998 show. No one believed that someone so young direction. Eight years ago last month, my could successfully breed and pen on parents decided I should take part in her own. I felt enormous pride in telling people why I picked the rabthe county livestock show. bits I did for my pen. 1 couldn't have been more excited! Seeing the faces of the children I never imagined the impact those adorable, furry, bright-eyed animals that walk by and pet my rabbits teaches me just how much I enjoy would have in my life. The hardest lesson for any nine- sharing my knowledge about my proyear-old to learn was the first of ject with others. Some of the children have never seen any other many I would have to master. animal besides a cat or dog. Taking responsibility fo They each ask such unique my rabbits took time to get questions which displays used to. their pure curiosity about Changing their food and the show itself and what it water daily, taming each takes to raise an animal. individually and taking The one thing I have the initiative to exerobserved over the cise all five of my rabpast seven shows that bits made me realize will remain with me what a big responsiforever is there is bility an animal something in the project was for a air of that dusty child to accept. old barn. After putting Something that hours of hard seems to put work and dedicaevery feud aside tion into my raband focus all bits, I learned you attention on the can't always win. youth of Nueces Every mother and County. Once a father would love year for four to be able to tell days, nothing their son or else matters daughter, "You besides which will make it to animal has the sale and all your best quality hard work will meat, temperap4 off." It ment and often doesn't happen times, fur. like that. Along with the most outstanding I received a red ribbon my first year at show, just two placings from animal, the participants go through a rigorous process in which the best hanwhere blue began. The following year my rabbits dler of their division will be named. Receiving the showmanship didn't even make it to the table. One was sifted from the show for being award is one of the highest honors an too light, which kicked my entire pen exhibitor can receive because it lets everyone know just how much time out. Overall, this experience taught me and dedication you put into your anithat even the small animals have their mal. Lessons. We each learn new downside—young animals rarely lislessons every minute of every day ten and always disobey. You have to have patience in order regardless of age. Some lessons open to prosper at the show. Weight, dis- your heart up to new opportunities and ease, formation and so many more goals. Others make your heart a little qualities make going to sale a diffi- bigger and a little stronger. But all lessons leave a mark in your memory. cult task for each animal in the show. Without the show in my life, I Never give up and eventually you would have never had the chance to will succeed. accept many of the challenges that In my third year at show, I learned come with being a teenager. to let go. I finally made it to sale and The future of this nation, state, had to part with rabbits I raised from county and city is around every corbirth. It tore my heart out watching ner—sitting in every school desk and the buyer carry them out of the arena. standing behind every animal at the That taught me that no matter how Nueces County Junior Livestock much you like to think your project is Show and Sale. a pet, it really isn't. Picking the good from the bad and breeding with complete success gave (Editor's Note: Thanks to Lodge 79, me one of the most treasured lessons Corpus Christi member, Mary Elzner, for sharing with Vestnik readers her of my life. My sixth year at show, I bred a winning essay which appeared in Californian doe (who received Reserve Record Star contest. Her story is Champion Breeder Rabbit two years reprinted with permission.) —SPJSTprior) to a nearly perfect buck.
"Some lessons open your heart up to new opportunities and goals."
8/VESTNIK—Wednesday, March 15, 2000
In the Service Lance Corporal Kevin R. Dlabaja, member of Lodge 79 is now stationed in San Diego, California. His prior station was in. Okinawa, Japan. Kevin is the son of John Dlabaja of Dickinson, Texas and Kathy Zientek of Waller, Texas. Janie Dlabaja, Grandmother, is also a member of Lodge 79. Kevin's address is: Marine Wing Support Sqdn., 373 S-6 Comm (Mirammar), San Diego, California, 92122. Submitted by Jerry Elzner Fraternal Activities Coordinator
efforts of our hard-working sales representatives who received several rounds of applause. Brother John Troy has been particularly noteworthy both for his sales and for his active participation in lodge activities. Fraternally, Lauren B. Kacir Secretary/Reporter
meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The minutes were read by Secretary Dennis Vanek and were approved. A treasurer's report was given. Our lodge was awarded the Platinum Award and received $2,000. The paying certificates were paid at a rate of $8.50 and paid-up certificates were $1 for a total income of $1,897 for 1999. President Yvonne Garrett reported on the installation of officers in January by District Six Director Matt Vanek. The annual workshop sponsored by the home office was attended by President Yvonne Garret and Salesman Charles Garrett.
88, Houston hosts District Five delegates meeting
Cookoff Planning Meeting An upcoming committee meeting for the District Six BBQ Cookoff will take place on March 26 at the Taiton Hall, prior to the district meeting at 11:30 a.m. Youth Leader Donna Vanek and member Kristine Dum gave a report on future youth club activities. These include the district meeting skit and a trip to Houston's Museum of Natural Sciences. Field Representative Jim Wiest gave a report on state activities and that the Universal Life policy interest rate increased from 6.75% to 7%. President Yvonne Garrett announced that Carrie Delling and family will be moving to California soon and that will be missed greatly. Carrie was the youth leader last year, and was always eager to help when asked. Donna Vanek nominated Charles Garrett and Kent Scrivner to be members of the sunshine committee for 2000. Their dedication to our lodge always shines at every event. Bingo was enjoyed by all ages
April Bus Trip A motion was made and seconded that we go to Temple to visit the Czech museum there. We will eat lunch after going through the museum, all at the expenseof the Birthday Club. Ellen Miculka will see about getting us a bus for this. It is tentatively planned for April. It was motioned that we make Clara (Editor's Note: Sony for the delay in Jecmenek an honorary member of the running this letter. We ran across it Birthday Club. Motion carried. this past week in the "out" box; howOur hostesses for March were ever it's never been in. Thanks for Bessie Dewer, Margaret Bohac and your attention.) Corrine Kessler. They each baked two —SPJSTcakes. Hostesses for April will be Era Richards, Josephine Buri and Mary Krippner. Don't forget the worker's party on Sunday March 19th. Lodge Birthday celebrants for March were Bessie Dewer and Kathy Trefell. Calcutta was won by Kathy Trefell and Julie Kinnoman. After the prayer by Guide Helen Lodge 88, Houston invites all District Five Convention delegates to Hegwood, we had a lunch of tuna attend our meeting March 15, casserole, salad, toast and cake, with Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. We will dis- coffee or tea. Fraternally, cuss proposals that we may want to Flo Orsag, Vice President submit. Please bring your Vestnik —SPJSTcopy of proposals that have been submitted for discussion. Clara Broz, President —SPJST-
97, Placedo reports on March meeting Lodge
their efforts on behalf of the lodge. It was gratifying to have so many recipients that we had difficulty all fitting in the photo! Old business included issues of beautifying our lodge. Brother Entrop will check with the contractor who had previously agreed to evaluate the lodge's siding for repair or replacement. I volunteered to purchase new waste receptacles to replace the less than attractive ones we presently use. New business brought up by Brother Sid Kacir was the possibility of inviting a lecturer to the lodge for our members or the community at large. FAC Thelma Groppell volunteered to look into a lecture on microwaves described in the local paper. Then, President Norma Alford suggested that we all contemplate goals for our lodge in the year 2000. One suggestion was to increase our charitable donations and to garner additional publicity for our lodge by sponsoring more SPJST and community activities. Thanks for All You Do Our most important order of business was to express our appreciation to Brother Lad Zatopek and Sister Mary Ann Zatopek who were unable to attend the meeting due to Sister Zatopek's surgery. We sometimes fail to realize how much they do for the lodge, but it became abundantly clear when we counted the number of additional individuals needed to pitch in during their absence! We sent all our prayers and best wishes to Mary Ann during her convalescence and hope to express even more of our appreciation in person at our February gathering. February's meeting will be held on February 8 and in honor of Valentine's Day we will have (red) pizza and (white) cake. We also reminded everyone of the Lodge Officers' Meeting and Incentive Banquet in Lodge 25, Ennis on February 26. We will be receiving the Gold Award again thanks to the
88, Houston Birthday Sisters report on March meeting Lodge
The meeting was called to order by President Kathy Trefell. We had 24 members present, and one guest. Our Secretary Ellen Miculka read the minutes of the February meeting. They were approved as read. She read an appreciation card from Evelyn Mikulin, who is Lillian Finn's daughter, thanking us for a donation to the scholarship fund in Lillian's memory. Treasurer Mary Quider gave her report. Sunshine Chairman Mary Kosut gave her report. She sent a birthday card to Bess Witovec and get well cards to Evelyn Mikolas and Doris Knapick. She also sent an anniversary card to Adelle and Henry Kite in honor of their 60th wedding anniversary. Volunteers who helped in the cake booth for anniversary day were Margaret Spahr, Ellen Miculka, Almedia Bravenec, Mary Kosut and Kathy Trefell. Flo Orsag thanked all of these ladies. It couldn't have been done without them. Mary Quider had charge of the coffee. The by-laws committee gave each of us a copy of the new by-laws. A motion was made and seconded that we treat Roberta Johnson, our lodge secretary, to lunch since she so graciously helped us in typing up our bylaws. I understand Doris Knapick is at her daughter's home in Cypress, Texas after having heart surgery and an infection. Estelle Kelly is on the sick list and Evelyn Mikolas isn't doing too well either. Also, Edna Wehring's daughter, Linda Wehring, is recuperating from surgery. We wish all of you well.
On Thursday, March 9, Lodge 97, Placedo held a games night after its March meeting. Forty members and guests enjoyed sandwich trays, chips and desserts. Lodge Receives Incentive Award President Yvonne Garrett called the
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Universal Life.
Tailored to Meet Your Needs. Universal Life has been called many things: • The Plan of the Future • A Computer-Agri:Ian • A New Concept in Life Insurance • A Plan Custom-Designed for Each Insured It's all of these things. 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.
Wednesday, March 15, 2000—VESTNIK/9 will be open for business. The Rio Grande Band will play your good luck tunes. Don't forget to wear green all you leprechauns and it may bring you luck and closer to that pot of gold. Ann Samrnet Reporter ---SPJST-
lowing the meeting. Field Representative Jim Wiest found a second hidden talentcalling bingo numbers! Door prizes were awarded to Gay Revel, Lupe and Lydia Garibay, Kent Scrivner, Carrie Delling, Dorothy Fuzzell and Bernadette Bellinger. Next Meeting June 4 Our next meeting and social is tentatively set for June 4 at the REA Building. Please read the Vestnik for further details. A postcard reminder will also be sent to members. Fraternally yours, Donna Vanek, Reporter —SPJST-
El Maton's Cooking! Congratulations to the members of Lodge 148, El Maton who hosted their first-ever cook-off on January 22, 2000. Pictured above, helping to make it happen, were, from left: Pat Martinez, Evelyn Capek, David Zielonka, District Six Director Matt Vanek, Dianna Johnson, State Field Representative Jim Wiest, Sarah Murphy, Fronk Hahn and Lupe Galvan.
133, San Antonio anniversary luncheon Sunday, March 19 Lodge
President Hitcher brought to the floor a discussion on reducing our monthly waste disposal bill. Since we no longer have weekly dances, he suggested that our monthly disposal fee for the dumpster may be reduced by getting a smaller dumpster. A motion was made to get a smaller dumpster at a reduced monthly fee. The motion was seconded and approved by the membership.
Lodge 133 will have its anniversary luncheon on Sunday, March 19, 2000 at 12:30 p.m. Meat will be provided by the lodge. Members are asked to bring a vegetable dish and a dessert. Join us for a good meal and good company. —SPJST-
148, El Maton posts winners in first-ever cook-off Lodge
On January 22, 2000, we had our first-ever cookoff. The winners were: Chicken noodle soup First Place: P.E. River Rats Team members: Evelyn Capek, Pat Martinez Second Place: Nancy Joe Team members: Nancy Joe, Billy Jalufka Third Place: Me Team members: Me and Lupe Galvan
Dianna Johnson displays what it takes to make a prize-winning bowl of chili. isfactory. Elections were held: President Frank W. Hahn, Sr. Vice President David Zielonka Secretary/Financial Dianna Johnson Treasurer/Reporter Gaylynn Thurmond The next meeting will be April 30, 2000 at the Blessing Fire Department at 2 p.m. Gaylynn Thurmond Reporter —SPJST-
Chili First Place: Lupe Galvan Second Place: Flame Busters Team members: Dianna Johnson, David Zielonka, and Colby Bexley Bread First Place: Sarah Lee Team member: Sarah Murphy Second Place: Blessing Hotel Coffee Shop Team member: Helen Feldhousen Kolache First Place: Blessing Hotel Coffee Shop Second Place: P.E. River Rats Beans First Place: Lupe Galvan A special thanks to Matt Vanek and family, Jim Wiest and family for being judges. We didn't make any money that day to give to Blessing Volunteer Fire Department or the Palacios Food Pantry, but we tried. Maybe next time we can do better. We also had a meeting February 20. The books were audited and found sat-
180, Burleson votes to sponsor soccer team Lodge
Our meeting was opened by our President John Hilcher. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and we paused for a moment of silent prayer for our departed members and loved ones. The minutes from the previous meeting were read and approved by the membership. All reports were given by the officers and heads of committees. Rate Reduction President Hilcher reported that we have seen a reduction in our monthly electric bill. It has been drastically reduced since are not open during the week. We now receive a rate reduction. Thank you, President Hilcher for taking this task upon yourself and looking out for the betterment of the lodge.
Membership Dues Discussed Also President Hilcher discussed raising the membership dues from $3 a year to $4 a year per member. A motion was made to raise the yearly dues per member to $4. The motion was seconded and carried by the membership. Soccer Team Sponsored Secretary Rhenda Hurtik asked the membership if the would consider sponsoring the INXS Maypearl youth soccer team for the spring 2000 season. She reminded members that this would be an act of faternalism and would help the team out by sponsoring it this season. A motion was made to sponsor the Maypearl team. The motion was seconded and approved by the members. Good luck, Maypearl INXS! We at Lodge 180 support you and your coaches for a winning season. President Hilcher and his wife Carol went to Lodge 25 in Ennis, Texas and received on behalf of Lodge 180 the First Step awarded and accompanying check for $200 for taking part in the Loge Incentive Program for 1999 and selling six new policies. Way to go, Mr. President! Our thanks from the members of Lodge 180 for all your hard work and dedication. Our treasurer Carmen Babina has not been feeling well. We at Lodge 180 missed her at the meting and hope she feels better soon. Estelle Hurtik, our secretary of trustees, will be Lodge 180's delegate chosen to attend the June 2000 convention in Temple, Texas. Thank, you, Estelle, for this undertaking and a job that will be well done. The door prizes were won by Carol Hilcher and Bill Hilcher. Our next meeting will be April 5, 2000. Reminder A reminder of our St. Patrick's Day dance March 11, 2000. Doors will open at 7:45 p.m. The dance will be from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It is BYOB and the kitchen and soda bar
185, New Braunfels welcomes members Lodge
Members of SPJST Lodge 185 met at the Bavarian Village February 17, 2000 for our first meeting after the new year. Roll call of officers showed our President Jonathan Haag, Second Vice President Susan Bohnenberger and FAC Sandra Weidner absent Welcome Aboard We were happy to have some of our new members present. Mr. Monta Foster was welcomed to our group as well as Braxton Rico who joined our youth group. Angela Diane Rico, another transfer from the San Marcos, lodge was not present as well as some others. Youth Leader. Theresa Haag reported the Youth Club members would go bowling in March. Our April 13 meeting will be a picnic at Landa Park. We were happy to have District Seven Director Bob Bayer at our meeting. He announced he would be seeking another term as District Seven Director at the next convention. There being no further business, Roy Haag moved the meeting adjourn. It was seconded by Monta Foster; motion carried Cake and drinks were served by Theresa Haag. Fraternally, Dorothy L. Pape Secretary —SPJST-
.91, ufkin clance set for March 18 Lodge
Lodge 191 will have a dance on Saturday, March 18 beginning at 8 p.m. The Goldriver Band will play country and western music for the evening. A reminder that dues are now payable: Regular insured members $12 per person and social members $15 per person. Please pay by March 31. We welcome new members Roscoe and Martha Ivy. We received a note of thanks for the Christmas gifts that we sent to the Rusk State Hospital. Thank you all for your support! For dance reservations, call Marilyn Page (409) 632-1124. For building reservations, contact Frank Juarez (409) 875-4676. —SPJST-
10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, March 15, 2000
Lodge 1965 Houston-West hosts St. Patrick's Day Dance March 18 Lodge 196 is pleased to announce that they will be having a St. Patrick's Day Dance on March 18. Performing for your listening and dancing enjoyment will be Butch Perkins and his band, Train 45. Butch and Train 45 are from Spring, Texas and play country-western and variety
music that everyone can dance to. Admission is $6 per person. The dance will be from 8 p.m. until 12 a.m. Make plans to attend and bring a few friends along to enjoy the fun. The Lodge 196 Youth Club will be selling nachos and popcorn to raise money for their projects. There were 31 members in attenThanks for your attention. dance at the March 2 meeting of the Submitted by, Corpus Christi Circle of Women at Robert Castillo, President Sokol including one honorary member —SPJSTand six guests. Our guests included Dot Berner, Clem Kasparek, Bud Duplessis and Beverly and Mary Fraternalism Works! Elzner, the daughter in-law and granddaughter of Della Elzner. We were all
Corpus Christi Circle of Women report on March meeting
happy to see Della after her eight-day hospitalization which had caused us all much concern. We were also happy to have Pauline Novosad and Annie Regmund among us after they had both missed several meetings. Lii Hruska called just before the meeting and sent greetings to all, but had to miss the meeting due to an upset stomach. Also on the sick list wee Rose Huff and Velma Malchar. A moment of silence was observed in memory of Lottie Ramey, eldest sister of Jerry Elzner and Agnes Burge. Lottie passed away in Colorado on February 22. A donation is being
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To the Bereaved Survivors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, the Supreme Lodge SPJST Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy. Fraternally, Lanita Anglin, Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST-
Wednesday, March 15, 2000—VF,STNIK/11
made to the Wild Bear Science Center, Nederland, Colorado, in her memory. I first met Lottie at one of our Circle meetings in 1994 when she was visiting Milly and Jerry Elzner. An almost instant friendship was formed and I am only sorry I never met Lottie years ago. She was a very thoughtful lady, sending door prizes from California at Christmastime when she was unable to come in person. She will be missed. Donations were made in her memory by Frances Kosarek, Milly and Jerry Elzner, Becky Elzner and Anna Marie Moss. Rhonda White announced a waffle breakfast was being held at Sokol Corpus Christi on March 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as a fund raiser for our gymnasts. Several members purchased tickets. Helen Pavelka invited everyone to the 16th Czech Heritage Festival being held March 18 at the Bayfront Plaza Convention Center Exhibit Hall from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Jerry Elzner called our attention to a beautiful print of Charles Bridge in Prague donated to Sokol by his daughter, Marsha. He had it framed and hung it just above the picture of the old and new Sokol buildings. It is really beautiful. Betty Jurica announced that she had filled our second scrapbook and is starting a third. We received several pictures to start filling it. Edna Voldan appeared in the Vestnik as Lodge 79's Fraternalist of the Year. Helen Pavelka's granddaughter Lindsey's picture appeared in the the Caller Times for her $4,000 lamb entry on the Nueces County Junior Livestock Show and Kathryn Blaire Pittman, granddaughter of Marion Peter, was a 1999-2000 debutant of the Coastal Cotillion. "Happy Birthday" was sung to Helen Kasparek and Marion Peterek. Happy birthday, ladies! Door prizes were given out and after a delicious luncheon was served, a nice group stayed for bingo and fun. Don't know when I've enjoyed myself more. Our monthly meetings only seem to get better and better. When I got home from Sokol, there was a postcard in the mailbox addressed to the Circle. It was from Denver, Colorado where Jerry Elzner had landed on his flight to his sister's funeral. He sent greetings from the "mile high city" and said he'd see us Thursday . . . and he did. Fraternally yours, Anna Marie Moss —SPJST-
S.P.J.S.T. Rest
Home No. 2, Needville news S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville, Texas welcomes new residents Vilas Murheid, James and Audrey McDonald, Viola Ledkins, Leah Hunt and Albert Dannhaus for month of February. We regret the death of Elizabeth Zela. She will be missed greatly by our staff and residents. Every Monday morning, Olie Eixman, Ruby Lee Oberhoff, la Vern
Tielke, Erwin Kroll, Willie Mae Tielke, Viola Fuchs, Helen Whitten, Edgar Wendt, Sharon Wagerstaff, Shirley Wendt, W. Lee Schmidt, Clara Narramore, Charles Euton, Mildred Novak, Alice Bergen, Joyce Fojtik, Lauriane Ognoskie, Albert Ognoskie and Marcie Kroll lead the residents in a sing-a-long. On Tuesday mornings, Frank Ramos comes to have Bible Study. In the afternoon Toni Kramer and Viola Kutej come to have bingo. Every Wednesday morning, different churches come to have services for the residents. 'Thanks to Peggy Heidemann for playing the piano. On Thursday mornings, Father Ramsey Milton Lengendre, Dorothy Bernshausen and Frances Stavinoha came to have mass. In the afternoon, the Immanuel, Catholic and Assembly of God ladies assist in crafts. Every Friday morning, Amber Ross comes to lead Bible Study. Then on Saturdays, Reverend Frankie Armijo comes for one on one ministry. Tuesday evening, February 1, Larry Ognoskie, George Lolley and Fritz Koehne provided singing for the residents. Friday morning February 4, home schoolers visited with residents and provided singing. Monday afternoon, February 14, a Valentine party was given to the residents. Crowned queen was Gertrude Sodolak and king was Joe Dybala. The residents were served cupcakes, ice cream, punch and coffee. Thursday afternoon, February 17, Garland Hurtye and Mary Goffinett with Fort Bend Humane Society brought pets for pet therapy for the residents. Monday afternoon, February 21, Ed Pisklak provided music on the accordion. Friday afternoon, February 25, the birthday party was held which included Louis Vacek entertaining on the piano and accordion. A Flower and Gift Shop provided the corsages. The First Baptist Church ladies provided the cakes. Cake, ice cream, punch and coffee was served to all. Birthdays for the month of February were Jessie Baker, Mary Alexander, Mary Anders, Bernice Grieve, Anita Schmidt, Eileen Spezia and Gertrude Sodolak. Thanks to the Catholic Church for providing the Rest Home with a new entertainment cabinet. It was greatly appreciated. Thanks to all denominations of churches and to all the volunteers that do services in the home for the residents. Barbara Svatek, S.A.D. —SPJST-
Snook Brethren
Church fund raiser set for April 2 The Snook Brethren Church is having a fund raiser on Sunday, April 2, but it will be held at the SPJST Hall (including an abbreviated worship service). The purpose of the fund raiser is for the expansion/remodeling project that we are doing.
Congratulations to Joe Dybala and Gertrude Sodolak, who were crowned Valentine King and Queen during the Valentine Party held at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville on February 14. SPJST Lodge 9 has been very active as they have taken on a project of each family selling raffle tickets for our fundraiser. Several of the kids are members of our church, but they voted to do this as each year they hold their
special "Grandparents Day" program at our church and this was their way of thanking us further for the church use. They are definitely to be commended for this effort. —SPJST-
IRA an Attractive Option SPJST's Roth IRA investments grow tax-deferred, tax-free Roth
Concern regarding the instability of Social Security continues to grow, and Americans are looking for new ways to secure their financial future. The Roth IRA gives you the ability to invest your after-tax dollars today, let the investment grow tax-deferred, and withdraw your principal and earnings tax-free after five years. You may be subject to a 10 percent penalty on the earnings if taken before age 591/2. What makes the Roth IRA so unique? Imagine for a moment that you have just received a paycheck from your company. You look at your payroll summary and notice that there are no federal income taxes withheld. Your initial reaction is that something is wrong. It's not, if this check is from your Roth IRA. Two factors make this possible: • First, the money you contribute to a Roth IRA has already been taxed. So the principal amount is never subject to taxes or penalties in the future, as long as you stay within the contribution guidelines. • Second, this retirement plan allows the money you contribute to grow tax-deferred. If you do not withdraw any of the earnings until you have had the plan for at least five years, those tax-deferred earnings become tax-free. Who is eligible? Unlike the Traditional IRA, there is no 70 1/2 age limit on making contributions. You simply need to have earned income equal to the amount you contribute up to a maximum of $2,000 ($4,000 combined for spouses) per year. (There are income thresholds which may reduce the amount you can contribute.) How much can I contribute? Individuals may contribute up to $2,000 per year if their adjusted gross income (AGI) is less than $95,000. If an individual's AGI is between $95,000 and $110,000, they may contribute a reduced amount adjusted for their income. Married couples filing jointly may contribute up to $2,000 each if their AGI is less than $150,000.
Contributions for joint filers are reduced for AGI's between $150,000 and $160,000. Roth IRA contributions may not be made by individuals with AGI of more than $110,000, or couples with AGI of more than $160,000. When can I use my IRA assets? If you satisfy two conditions, you may make tax-free and penalty-free withdrawals from your Roth IRA. First. the plan must have been open for a minimum of five years. Second, the withdrawal must be made after the occurrence of one of the following events: • age 591/2, • death, • disability, or •first home purchase. Distributions which meet the above requirements are referred to as "qualifying distributions." While you may take distributions from your Roth IRA at any time, distributions which are not qualifying distributions will be subject to taxes (and in some cases early distribution penalties) to the extent they exceed your aggregate contributions to Roth IRAs. Can I move money from my traditional IRA to my Roth IRA? The answer is "Yes." There are specific rules that govern the process of rolling over funds from a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. Some of these rules include:
• Your AGI must be 'less than $100,000. • If you are married, you must file a joint income tax return. • You must pay taxes on all the pretax dollars you move. Special tax rules apply for rollovers completed in 1998. • Rollover must be completed within 60 days. Am I ever required to take funds from my Roth IRA? Unlike the Traditional IRA, there are no required minimum distributions at age 70 1/2. Your earnings can continue to grow until you need them. There are special requirements when these plans pass to your beneficiaries. For more information on the benefits of the new Roth IRA, ask your lodge representatives today for details. —SPJST-
12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, March 15, 2000
1999 Lodge Recognition and Incentive Award Winners On Saturday, February 26, 2000, the SPJST paid tribute to the dedicat- 25, Ennis. Individual recognition was also given to those lodge sales reped efforts our local lodges made during 1999. Forty-seven lodges were resentatives who achieved various production objectives in 1999. Tophonored at the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Banquet held at Lodge producing sales representatives are recognized on page 1.
Lodge 88, Houston
* 1999 SPJST Century Award Recipient Lodges in this category met at least 13 of the 15 specified fraternal requirements and enrolled 100 or more new lodge members in 1999. Congratulations to Lodge 88, Houston for meeting this criteria. For this effort, the lodge will receive a plaque plus $3,000.
FRONT ROW: State Fraternalist/Sales Rep. Helen Hegwood, Secretary JoAnn Buri, President Clara Broz, First Vice President Marie Stayton and Second Vice President Flo Orsag. BACK ROW: Sales Rep. Fred Burl, Sales Rep. Edna Wehring, Johnny Broz, Dorothy Pflughaupt, FAC Larry Pflughaupt and Calvin Orsag.
1999 SPJST Platinum Award Recipients Lodges in this category met at least 11 of the 15 specified this criteria. For their efforts, each lodge receives a plaque, fraternal requirements and enrolled 50 or more new lodge plus $2,000, or 10 percent ofthe new insurance premium— members in 1999. Congratulations to the six lodges that met whichever is greater.
Lodge 6, Cottonwood FRONT ROW: Assist. Youth Leader Lydia Dobecka, Georgie Soukup, Hattie Kaska, Treasurer Peggy Dobecka, Reporter Stella Perez and Sales Rep. Ruth Krizan. BACK ROW: Sales Rep. Robert Dobecka, President Al Soukup, FAC Irene Schiemenz, Robert Schiemenz, Bobby Dobecka, Ray Perez and District Three Director/Sales Rep. Johnnie Krizan.
Lod e 29, Taylor FRONT RO : Sales Rep. Albin Machu and Franklin Schlesinger. BACK ROW: Donna Schlesinger, Elaine Machu and Donna Pasemann.
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje District Six Director Matt Vanek and Sales Rep. James Bacak.
Lodge 47, Seaton FRONT ROW: Secretary Adeline Kohutek, President/Sales Rep. Dolores Skrobanek, Second Vice President/Sales Rep. Dorothy Pechal. BACK ROW: Sales Rep. Patsy Koslovsky, Sales Rep. Willie Kohutek and Treasurer Gladys Marek.
Lodge 66, Waco FRONT ROW: Assist. Youth Leader/Sales Rep. Gladys Yates, Bonnie Pruitt, Treasurer/Sales Rep. Darlene Engelke. BACK ROW: George Pauling, Sales Rep. Johnnie Gaidusek, Sr. and Sales Rep. Milan Dujka, Jr.
Lodge 97, Placedo Sales Rep. Charles Garrett, President/Sales Rep. Yvonne Garrett, Kathleen Yoss and Jim Yoss.
Wednesday, March 15, 2000—VESTNIK/13 Lodge 18, Elgin
1999 SPJST Gold Award Recipients
FRONT ROW: Secretary Agnes Eschberger, Sales Rep. Dolores Greinter. BACK ROW: '99 Treasurer Agnes Rupp, President Andrew Greinert and Treasurer Marvin Marek.
Lodges in this category met at least nine of the 15 specified fraternal requirements and enrolled 25 or more new lodge members in 1999. Congratulations to the nine lodges that met this criteria. For their efforts, each lodge receives a plaque, plus $1,000, or 10 percent of the new insurance premium—whichever is greater. Lodge 25, Ennis FRONT ROW: Secretary Pat Fowler, First Vice President Jim Holahan, President Linda Trojacek, Treasurer Cathy Krajca. BACK ROW: Sandra Slovak, Financial Secretary/Sales Rep. Kay Lynn Kovar, Margaret Krajca and Sales Rep. Johnnie Krajca.
Lod e 49, Rowena FRONT RO President/Sales Rep. Sylvia Rollwitz, Secretary Nancy Schwertner, Sales Rep. Elizabeth Walther. BACK ROW: First Vice President/Sales Rep. Billy Rollwitz, Financial Secretary/Sales Rep. Maynard Schwertner and Beverly Teplicek.
Lodge 87, Temple Sales Rep. John Troy, Lauren Kacir and Sidney Kacir.
Lodge 92, Fort Worth FRONT ROW: President Josephine Prochaska, Sales Rep. Christine Zich, Sales Rep. Martha Durham, Sales Rep. Mary Ann Krivanek and Mary Cecilia Lemons BACK ROW: Sales. Rep. Pamela Durham , Frank Prochaska, Treasurer/Sales Rep. Kenneth Krivanek, Sales Rep. Albert Kubala, Sales Rep. Helen Kubala and Dick Durham.
Lodge 160, San Angelo FAC/Sales Rep. Martha Broz.
Lodge 172, Pasadena FRONT ROW: President/Sales Rep. Robert Mayfield, First Vice President/Sales Rep. Lillia Mae Peter and Sales Rep. Vicki Dressler. BACK ROW: Secretary Josephine Mayfield, Clay Stokley and Treasurer Tennie Walla.
Lodge 196, Houston-West Margie Moncrief, President/Sales Rep. Robert Castillo and First Vice President/Sales Rep. Evelyn Mikeska.
Gold Award Recipient Not Pictured Lodge 80, Holland
A BREAK IN THE ACTION — District Six Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Matt Vanek, left, visits with Glenn Kaminsky (28) and Charles Garrett (97).
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1999SPJST Silver Award Recipients
Lodges, Pilot Point-Tioga
Sales Reps. Andrew H. Corender, Jr and Dean Corender.
Lodges in this category met at least seven of the 15 specified fraternal requirements and enrolled 20 or more new lodge members in 1999. Congratulations to the three lodges that met this criteria: For their effotts, each lodge receives a plaque, plus $850, or 1 O percent of the new insurance premium-whichever is greater. Lodae 84, Dallas
FRONTROW: Faye Rejcek, President Justine Yeager, Treasurer Carlyn Ondrusek and Wanda Peter. BACK ROW: First Vice President/Sales Rep. Ben Jarma, Douglas Yeager, Youth Leader Bessie Petr and Sales Rep. Emil Petr.
Silver Award Recipient Not Pictured Lodge 17, New Tabor
* 1999 SPJST * Bronze Award Recipients Lodges in this category met at least six of the 15 specified fraternal requirements and enrolled 15 or more new lodge members in 1999. Congratulations to the six lodges that met this criteria. For their efforts, each lodge receives a plaque, plus $750, or 10 percent of the new insurance premium-whichever is greater.
Bessie and Emil Petr of Lodge 84, Dallas, listen ottennveiy and make notes during the lodge officers workshop session which preceded the awards banquet.
Lodae 24, Cyclone
FRONT ROW: Treasu路rer/Sales Rep. Brian Vanicek, President Richard Greger and Secretary Bernice Sebek. BACK ROW: Assist. Y. L Ginger Greger, Sales Rep. Melanie Zavodny, Youth Leader Patsy Baker, Reporter Tammy Baker.
Lodae 28, East Bernard
Jeanette Kaminsky and Sales Rep. Glenn Kaminsky.
Lodge 32, Victoria
President/Sales Rep. Adolf Motal.
Lodae 177, Academy
YouthLeader Janet Lyon.
Bronze Award Recipient Not Pictured Lodge 20, Granger Lodge 215, Tahoka (Not Chartered)
Special Guests SPJST State King Paxton Davies of Lodge 92, Fort Worth and State Queen Colette Kenney of Lodge 84, Dallas delivered presentations during the Saturday morning program.
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Lodge 9, Snook
* 1999 SPJST Honorable Mention Awards
Janice Victorick and District One Director Donnie Victorick.
Lodges in this category met at least five of the 15 specified fraternal requirements and enrolled 12 or more new lodge members in 1999. Congratulations to the seven lodges that met this criteria. For their efforts, each lodge receives a plaque, plus $550, or 10 percent of the new insurance premium—whichever is greater. Lodge 54, West Janice Kaluza and Sales Rep./F-IRS Freddie Kaluza.
Lodge 142, Houston Sales Rep. Sidon Tumis, Rosie Tumis, Secretary Alice Jochen and Nelson Jochen.
Lodge 191, Lufkin FAC/Sales Rep. John Anderson, Helen Anderson, Glova Schultz and Gus Schultz.
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Valerie Barta, Evan Barta and First Vice President/FAC Mary Barta.
Honorable Mention Recipients Not Pictured Lodge 139, Danbury Lodge 151, Wharton
1999 SPJST First Step Award Recipients
Lodge 23, Moravia District Six Director Matt Vanek, Treasurer/Sales Rep. Eddie Vrana and President/Sales Rep. Albert Olsovksy.
Lodges in this category met at least four of the 15 specified fraternal requirements and enrolled six or more new lodge members in 1999. Congratulations to the 19 lodges that met this criteria. For their efforts, each lodge receives a plaque, plus $200. Lodge 35, Elk Secretary Carla Pavelka, President Randy Pavelka and Youth Leader Barbara Pavelka.
Lodge 41, Port Lavaca FRONT ROW: Susie Wiest and Karen Sprigg. BACK ROW: President/Sales Rep. Jim Wiest, District Six Director Matt Vanek and FAC/Sales Rep. John Sprigg.
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Lodge 79, Corpus Christi President/Sales Rep. Jerry Sijansky, Jill Sijansky, Treasurer Millie Elzner and Donna Havranek.
Lodge 107, Floresville District Seven Director Bob Bayer.
Lodge 157, Lubbock Sales Rep. Donald Williams.
Lodge 161, La Parita-Jourdanton Youth Leader Kathy Wagner, President/Sales Rep. Larry Wagner, Jr., First Vice President Lloyd House and Secretary/Treasurer Bettie House.
Lodge 180, Burleson Carol Hitcher and Sales Rep. John Hitcher.
Lod e 183, Arlington FRONT OW: Treasurer/Reporter Pat Sill, First Vice President Janie Rejcek, Dorothy J. Adamek, Mary Ann Roznovsky and Shelby Sill. BACK ROW: Ray Mikeska, Rudy Rejcek, President Johnny L Adamek, Secretary/Sales Rep. )aniel Roznovsky and Jerry Miksch.
Lodge 185, New Braunfels Sales Rep. Monta Foster
Lodge 187, Round Rock Donna Mabry and Frank Mabry.
Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Frances McBride, President/ Sales Rep. Gene McBride.
First Step Award Recipients Not Pictured Lodge 4, Hallettsville Lodge 13, Dime Box Lodge 30, Taiton Lodge 67, Schulenburg Lodge 81, Needville Lodge 148, Blessing Lodge 206, Tri-Counties
Congratulations to all of this year's winning lodges. Best wishes for your continued success!
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CZECH HERITAGE AND CULTURE
will be large enough to handle historical pageants or full orchestras. Utilizing a backdrop and side stages, the stage may be transformed into a more intimate venue for solo performances and small ensemble theater. The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange will be an interactive historical and cultural center dedicated to the heritage of The Texas Czech Heritage and Texas' one million Czechs. The Cultural Center has received a Center will be built on 70 acres above $206,000 gift to build the Sanford the Colorado River off Highway 77 in Schmid Stage at the Center's La Grange. It will include a museAmphitheater. The gift from Sanford um/library/archives, amphitheater, Schmid of La Grange fulfills the Jiving history farm, living history matching requirements of the Lower Texas Czech village, interpretive Colorado River Authority $200,000 nature trail and picnic area. Originated by a coalition of Texas grant, also restricted to the amphitheCzech organizations, the Center is a ater. "Sanford Schmid's gift sets the non-profit organization. A $17 milpace for leadership giving in our capi- lion capital campaign to fund the tal campaign," says Retta Slavik Center is currently underway. To Chandler, president of the Center's contribute to the Texas Czech board. "We are most grateful for his Heritage and Cultural Center or for involvement and support. His gen- more information about the project, erosity will serve as an example for please contact the Center's office donors throughout Fayette County (979) 968-9399. —SPJSTand the state."
Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center receives $206,000 for Sanford Schmid Stage
To Preserve Our Heritage "As a citizen of Fayette County and as a Texan of Czech ancestry, my objective in making this donation is to preserve our heritage," Schmid says. "Our rural heritage is fading away; this project will save it for future generations. The amphitheater itself will be a great addition to our community, the setting of many enjoyable events and performances in the years ahead." Born in Austin County, Sanford Schmid graduated from Fayetteville High School. Growing up, he lived in the Industry area at Das Haus, the home of his great-great grandfather, Dr. Ernst Witte. Donated by Sanford Schmid and his mother, Annie Schmid, Das Haus is now preserved by the Texas German Society. Schmid traces his Czech ancestry to Tobias and Helena Kovar Dockal from Sloupnice, Cechie, who arrived in Galveston in 1870. In addition to his interest in historic preservation, Sanford Schmid has been active in other civic affairs. In 1959, he served in the Texas Legislature as a representative for District 45. He is active in the Sons of Hermann, Czech Heritage Society, SPJST and Texas German Society. He has long supported local charities such as the American Legion, Future Farmers of America and Fayette County 4-H programs. The Amphitheater Site Nestled in a cove on a high hill overlooking the Colorado River, the amphitheater will be the first outdoor performance facility on the Lower Colorado River. Instituted with seed money from the LCRA in 1998, the amphitheater will be available for concerts, plays and other productions by community groups, touring shows or foreign exchange performance. Performance will be open to any qualified group and will not be limited to those with a Czech theme. The Sanford Schmid Stage of the amphitheater will be a state-of-the-art performance area. The Schmid Stage
Czech Cultural
Center Houston celebrates fourth anniversary and annual meeting Saturday, March 18 The Czech Cultural Center Houston located in The Market Place, Northwest Mall will celebrate the Fourth Anniversary, First Recipient of the Distinguished Czech Citizen Award and Annual Members meeting on Saturday, March 18, 2000 from 6 to 9 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Parish Hall, 3816 Bellaire Boulevard, Houston, Texas. The welcome reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. followed by a seated dinner with wine accompaniment, brief business meeting, awards presentation and entertainment. Four Years of Growth The evening plans to be a very special event and marks a milestone for the Czech Cultural Center Houston in its fourth year of operation, growth and development with a future site in the Museum District of Houston. Members have made this possible by giving of their financial blessing and valuable volunteer time to trying make the organization as progressive and prosperous as it is today under the direction of Effie M. Rosene, Chairman of the Board and Czech by marriage Bill Rosene, both sevendays-a-week volunteers. This is an opportunity to express thanks to those dedicated members who have served and will serve on the Board of Directors of the Czech Cultural Center Houston. The Directors are our extension into the community, both public and private (Continued on page 19.)
In Memoriam In Memory of Maria Koch Prill We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge 154 offer our most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of MARIA KOCH PRILL, age 89, who died peacefully Saturday afternoon, January 1, 2000 at a Fort Worth nursing center. Born on march 7, 1910, in Stendal, Germany, Maria Koch was the daughter of Karl and Pelagia Prymusik Koch. She had lived in Fort Worth since 1953. She was married to Helmut Ernest Prill, who died in 1977. Survivors include a daughter, Eva Prill Dockery and her husband, Virgil, of Surprise, Arizona; grandchildren, Chuck Prill of Fort Worth, Debra Hopkins of Butler, Mo. and Patty Waddell of Charlotte, N.C.; and seven great-grandchildren. For those desiring, memorials may be made in Maria's name to a charity of choice. We will miss her at our meetings and gatherings. May she rest in eternal peace. God love and bless her. Resolution Committee Jeanie Mason Carrie Milan Rose Steinman —SPJST-
Memory of Marvin E. Odom In
We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge 154 and friends express our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of MARVIN E. ODOM, age 78, a retired tool planner, who died Saturday, December 4, 1999 at a Fort Worth The hospital. funeral was Dec\ ember 7 at Olivet Chapel with the burial at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Marvin Odom Marvin Odom was born April 27, 1921 in Fort Worth. He retired from General Dynamics. He was a 32nd degree Mason and received a 50-year pin from Lodge 942. He was an active member of Azle Avenue Baptist Church. Marvin was preceded in death by his wife, Florine Marie Vitisek Odom and parents, Sam E. and Gennell Odom. He is survived by his daughters, Poncy McDonnell and her husband, Larry of Granbury and Nelda Sledd and her husband, Maury of Bedford; brothers, Roy and George Odom, both of Fort Worth; sister, Erlene Hill of Euless; two grandsons; four granddaughters; and seven great-grandchildren. We will miss him and may our departed brother and friend rest in peace. Resolution Committee Jeanie Mason Carrie Milan Rose Steinman —SPJST-
In Memory of Patricia Gene "Pat" Hahn As long as hearts remember and for as long as hearts care, We never part with those whom we love so dear. Services for Patricia Gene "Pat" Hahn, 52, of El Maton were held Tuesday February 1, 2000 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church-in Blessing with Reverend Samuel Appiasi officiating. Interment was at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery. Ms. Hahn died Friday, January 31, 2000. She was born February 10, 1947 in Harris County, Texas to Frank William and Dorothy Nicholas Hahn. Pat leaves behind her father, Frank W. Hahn, Sr. of El Maton; three sisters, Dianne Bice of Imboden, Arkansas, Dorothy "Dottie" Wason of Pasadena, Texas and Gaylynn Thurmond of Blessing; three brothers, Richard Hahn of El Maton, Frank "Rusty" Hahn of Olivia and Paul Hahn of Blessing; 18 nieces and nephews; four great nieces and Pat Hahn nephews. Pat was preceded in death by her mother, nephew and grandmother. Pat stayed in a coma for one year, five months and three days. She never gave up and neither did her family. Now God has called her home. Pat taught us so much before she got sick and even after. We will all miss her, but we know that one day we will be together again. Respectfully, Sister Gaylynn Thurmond —SPJST-
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of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee, on behalf of the membership of Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28 of East Bernard wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed brother DELBERT 0. BRANDES, age 91, of East Bernard, who passed away January 5, 2000 in Columbus following an extended illness. He was born September 19, 1908 in Wharton County, the son of Oscar and Florence Jerrells Brandes. On January 1, 1940, he married Alice Vera Novosad in Richmond. She preceded him in death on September 5, 1996. Mr. Brandes was a farm and ranch manager for many years until his retirement in 1973. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of East Bernard where for many years he served as treasurer and also as supervisor of the East Bernard Methodist Cemetery.
18NESTNIK-Wednesday, March 15, 2000 He was a charter member of the East Bernard Lions Club, an original member of the East Bernard volunteer Fire Department and a former member of the American Breeder's Association. He was a lifelong resident of East Bernard and a member of SPJST Lodge 28. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, January 8 at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of East Bernard with the Reverend Michael Holcomb officiating. Burial followed in the East Bernard Methodist Cemetery. Survivors include his sons and daughters in-law, David and Fran Brandes of East Bernard and Robert and Judy Brandes of Austin; sisters, Oscie Kroll of Houston and Verla Seale of Dallas; brother, Thurman Brandes of Friendswood; and grandchildren, Amy and Jon Brandes, and Ginger, Mike and Jerry Morgan. Besides his wife, Mr. Brandes was preceded in death by brothers, Lavon, Allen and Raymond Brandes and sister Viola Ruff and Lucille Buls. Pallbearers were Eugene Bartosh, Jerry Rose, Buck and Charles Boettcher, Bubba Brandes and Cam Graves. Memorials may be sent to the East Bernard Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 476, East Bernard, Texas, 77435. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Wharton Funeral Home. Resolution Committee Helen Kelner Secretary
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Expression of Sympathy The officers and members of SPJST Lodge 135, Ennis, extend sympathy to the family of sister STACIE HEJNY, who passed away on the 26th of February 2000 at the IOOF Nursing Home in Ennis. Rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the Keever Chapel. Mass of the Christian burial was celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, February 28 in St. John Catholic Church with Reverend Fred Caldwell as celebrant. Interment was in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J. E. Keever Mortuary with the following serving as pallbearers: Jeff, Mike, Scott, and Barton Hejny, Larry Laznovsky and David Nesuda. Sisyer Stacie was born February 1, 1913 in Ennis, the daughter of Antonin and Barbora Cvach Trojacek. She was reared in the Ennis area and attended Lone Oak School in the Creechville community. On September 9, 1934, she was married to Joe B. Hejny, and they lived in the Ennis area. From 1956 to 1978, they lived in Temple while Brother Joe B. Hejny served as Vice President of the SPJST Supreme Lodge. Brother Joe preceded her in death on May 24, 1978. In 1978, Sister Hejny returned to Ennis to live. Sister Stacie was a member of St. John Catholic Church in Ennis, SPJST Lodge 135 in anis, Sokol, WFLA No. 402, the Ennis Sewing Circle, Ennis Rebekah Lodge, VFW Auxiliary and the Hospital Auxiliary.
Sister Hejny was preceded in death by two sons, James and Danny. She is survived by two sons and their wives, Bill and Marie Hejny of Ennis and Don and Margaret Hejny of Johnson City; five grandchildren, Jeff and Kathleen Hejny, Mike and Sandra Hejny, Scott and Julie Hejny, carton Hejny, and Ana Hejny; and seven great-grandchildren, Lauren Hejny, Thomas Hanson, Dorian Hejny, Tristan Hejny, Tanyon Hejny, Donemi Hejny and Madison Hejny. She was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Anton L. Trojacek, Frank W. Trojacek, Ana Trojacek, Willie D. Trojacek, Jerry Trojacek, Joe Trojacek, Emma Trojacek Haskovec (Mrs. Joe), Albie Trojacek Nesuda (Mrs. Edwin C.), Mary Trojacek Laznovsky (Mrs. Frank A.) and George Joe Trojacek. May our departed sister rest in peace. Sylvia Laznovsky Secretary
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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth, on behalf of entire membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the bereaved family of our lodge brother, JOE C. GREGORY, 92, a retired foreman for Packing Company, who died Sunday, February 20, 2000 at a local hospital. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 23 at St. George Catholic Church. Burial was in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Prayer service was held Tuesday, February 22 at 7 p.m. at Mount Olivet Funeral Home Chapel. Joe Gregory was born January 29, 1908 in Thurber and moved to Poland at the age of 13. He returned to Texas at age 18 and married Elizabeth Wruble in 1931. He worked at Armour Meat Company as a foreman for 37 years. He was a member of St. George Catholic Church, Sokol/SPJST Lodge 154 and SPJST Ladies' Circle. He was strong in his faith, a loving husband, devoted family man and will deeply missed by all. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Elizabeth Gregory; son, John Gregory of Fort Worth; daughters, Alice Hunter of Haltom City, Babe Harlow and her husband, Johnny of Possum Kingdom Lake; sister, Mary Pulaski of Plainville, Ct.; nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He will be missed. May he rest in eternal peace and his memory live among us forever. Fraternally, Resolution Committee Jeanie Mason Carrie Milan Rose Steinman -SPJST-
Memory of Lambert G. "Tom" Kubena In
Funeral services for Lambert G. "Tom" Kubena, 92, of Ellinger were
held Wednesday, February 16, 2000 at 11 a.m. at Fayetteville Brethren Church with burial in the church cemetery. The Reverend Milton Maly officiated. Mr. Kubena died Monday, February 14 at Fayette Memorial Hospital in La Grange. Born November 3, 1907 in Fayetteville, he was the son of John R. and Julia (Sladek) Kubena. He married Ellen Martinek on July 25, 1935 in Houston. He was a bookkeeper and office manager for Gravel Co., member of Fayetteville Brethren Church, former church elder, member of Sons of Hermann Lodge, Ellinger Chamber of Commerce, SPJST member and worked for the Jecmenek Chapel for 12 years. Survivors include his spouse of 64 years, Ellen Kubena of Ellinger; daughter and son in-law, Jackie and Walt Garza of Austin; son and daughter in-law, Tom and Rose Kubena of Austin; two brothers and sister in-law, Edwin "Chili" and Ivy Kubena of Fayetteville and Woodrow Kubena of Austin; sister, Anita Rosenberg of La Grange; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson; five brothers and two sisters. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fayetteville Brethren Cemetery. Koenig and Strickland Funeral Home of La Grange was in charge of arrangements. Submitted by, Burdine Divin -SPJST-
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Funeral services for Wesley Mazac, 90, of Damon were held February 15, 2000 at the Garmany and Carden Chapel in Needville. Reverend Dan Walker officiated the service. Burial followed at the Needville Public Cemetery. Mr. Mazac passed away on February 13, 2000 at Polly Ryon Memorial Hospital. He was born in Czechoslovakia, March 17, 1909 to Vaclava and Anna Mazac. His family came to America in January 1913 and settled in Needville. In 1919, they moved to Woodrow community. In 1934, he married Clara Jezek and they moved to a farm near Damon. They were married 66 years January 10, 2000. He was a farmer all of his life and loved to go hunting and fishing. He was a member of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church in Needville and SPJST Lodge 81, Needville. Survivors include his wife, Clara Mazac of Damon; son, Franklin Mazac and wife, Elaine of Damon; daughters, Elsie Dement and husband, A.T. of Marble Falls, Texas and Wilma Berry; six grandchildren, Franklin Joe and Russell Mazac, Lonnie, Kenneth, Rodger and Dwaine Dement; and Melody Wall; three great-granddaughters, Lindee, Meg and Misty Dement. Memorial gifts may be made in his memory to , St. Paul's Presbyterian Church in Needville. Funeral services were under the direction of Garmany and Carden Funeral Dirs., Inc, Needville. Resolution Committee Winnifred Susan Willie Mae Kuykendall
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Expression of Sympathy The officers and members of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis wish to express our sincere, heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed brother, JOE A. MARTINEK. Mass of the Christian burial for Joe A. Martinek were held at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. John Catholic Church with Reverend Fred Caldwell as celebrant. Rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m. Friday in the Keever Chapel. Interment was in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary with the following serving as pallbearers: Doug Martinek, Ernie Martinek, Scooter Holland, Billy Martinek, Michael Honza. Corey Baker, Ronnie Tay and James Martinek. Honorary pallbearer Joe Martinek was Robert Honza. Mr. Martinek, 94, died Thursday, February 3, 2000 at the Baylor Medical Center in Ennis. Mr. Martinek was born October 28, 1905 in Ennis, the son of Frank and Annie Knize Martinek. He attended school in Crisp and Garrett. He spent his life in the Crisp community. On January 10, 1928, Mr. Martinek was married to Annie Trojacek. After their marriage, they lived in Crisp. He was a farmer and rancher in the Crisp area and engaged in carpentry. He also worked as a plumber. Mr. Martinek was a member of St. John Catholic Church, RVOS No. 51, a 50-year member of KJT No. 35, and a 50-year member of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis where he was a past manager. He was also a past trustee of the Crisp School. Mr. Martinek is survived by his wife, Annie of Crisp; three sons, Milton Martinek, Emil and his wife, Margaret Martinek, Marvin and his wife, Irene Martinek, all of Ennis; four daughters, Margaret and her husband, Johnnie Krajca, Annette and her husband, Wesley Honza, Betty Macalik, Adell and her husband, Clement Rejcek, all of Ennis; a sister, Helen Laznovsky, of Dallas; 28 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Dennis Martinek. Pop or PaPa Joe, as many have known him, will be missed around Lodge 25 as well as by his wife, children, grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, his friends and neighbors and the entire community. May he rest in eternal peace and his memory remain with us forever. Submitted by, Margaret Krajca -SPJST-
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In Memory of Charles Allen Haisler Charles Allen Haisler, 49, of Manor, died Tuesday, February 22, 2000. Born October 13, 1950 in Austin, he was the son of Charlie and Emma (Steger) Haisler. Prior to earning a B.S. degree in civil engineering form Texas A$M University in 1973, Mr. Haisler attended Coupland Elementary School and Taylor High School, where he served as president of the FFA. He was retired after 26 years with the Texas Water Rights Commission and its affiliates and the Texas Water Development Board as a professional civil engineer. He was a member of Lodge 18, Elgin. On August 30, 1986, Mr. Haisler
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married Eileen Carol Neumann, who survives him. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a stepson, Aaron Kuehner of Manor; sister, Delores McCullough and husband, James of Garland; and two nephews, Ryan and Chad McCullough. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 26 at Condra Memorial Chapel with the Reverend Charlotte Morrow McClure and the Reverend Jewel Johnson officiating. Burial followed in St. Peter's Cemetery in Coupland. Memorials may be given to Hospice Austin. Condra Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Dollie Hajda Lazelle Wuthrich Evelyn Gustafson —SPJST-
Fourth Anniversary (Continued from page 17.)
Leshikar-Shiller families The 110th Leshikar-Shiller reunion (Leshikar, Schiller, Siller, Silar) will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2000 at the Brethren Church in Nelsonville, Texas. You are encouraged to bring your old photos and albums, family histories, books and other Czech related items or articles relating to our ancestors. Jim Woodworth will bring updated genealogical information on the Shiller, Leshikar and Jirasek families. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. You are invited to bring covered dishes for the luncheon which will be served at noon, with coffee and tea provided. For further information, please contact: Allen Chernosky 4015 Turnberry Houston, Texas 77025 (713) 664-3965 —SPJSTTannich - Brovec families
The 34th annual Tannich-Brovec reunion will be held on April 9, 2000. The reunion will be begin at 11 a.m.m at the American Legion Hall Annex in El Campo, Texas. Please plan to attend another fun-filled day of events which includes a pot luck dinner, short meeting and an auction. Thank you very much for your continued assistance and support. Sincerely, Deborah J. Meredith Reunion Reporter (409) 725-6291 or e-mail deb@cyrunner.net —SPJST-April 30 Descendants of the Josef and Mariana Baros Labaj (Labay) family — at the Nada Community Center (old KJT Hall) at Nada, Texas. For more information, contact Eugene B. Labay, 112 W. Craig, San Antonio, Texas, 78212 or phone (210) 734-6602. —SPJST--
sectors, as our Public Relations Task Force. Each and everyone of them incorporate their Czech/Slovak heritage in their daily lives as they work, raise their families and give back to their communities in so many ways. Philanthropist to Receive Award The first Distinguished Czech Citizen Award will be awarded to Mrs. Thelma Burnett Maresh who is Czech by marriage. Her husband, Dr. Henry J. Maresh, was a pioneer in documenting Texas/Czech immigration and heritage in his book, "The Czech Pioneers of the Southwest" published in 1934. Mrs. Maresh has carried on the dreams of her late husband through the Czech Cultural Center to promote your Czech heritage and teach children the arts, culture, language and scholarship of the great and proud people of Moravia, Bohemia, Slovakia and Silesia. Mrs. Maresh established the Mary Karele Milligan Scholarship Fund. This program offers students with Czech/Slovak heritage an opportunity for scholarship monies to a school of their choice with the intent they perpetuate their heritage. She provided a substantial pacesetter gift for a nondenominational chapel for the Cultural Center. The general community and those of Czech/Slovak heritage owe this outstanding citizen a great debt of gratitude. A proclamation in her honor from Mayor Lee P. Brown, City of Houston recognizing her hard work and dedication to and for the Czech/Slovak people, will be read. The Czech Cultural Center Houston Market Place all volunteer operated is located in the Northwest Mall, 290 at Loop 610 NW, Houston,Texas with an exceptional display of Czech made products, books, music. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday hours are 12 noon to 6 p.m. Call (713) 686-6362 for more information and reservations.
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Coming in Two Weeks: Winners of the Year 2000 SPJST Tee-Shirt Contest. State Youth Director reports on recent, coming events Dear Members and Friends, Happy March! I hope it will be a great month for you. It's springtime! What a great season! January Vestnik Contest Thanks to the youth members across the state who sent in valentines for the January Vestnik Contest. These valentines were donated to the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 in Taylor and Rest Home No. 2 in Needville. State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz, Museum Curator Dorothy Pechal, Communications Assistant Katherine Smith and I delivered the valentines to the residents in Taylor on Valentine's Day. It was quite a touching experience. The residents were so grateful that our youth club members thought of them. They hung the valentines on their doors and walls. The Needville valentines were delivered by State Field Manager Gene McBride. He, too, stated that the residents were quite touched by our youth members' creativity and thoughtfulness. Thanks, youth members and youth leaders. You really made a difference! DYCs Plan Activities at Spring Meeting The DYCs and their assistants met on February 5. Lots of great ideas were discussed.
Quarter Reports Due March 15 Third quarter reports for December, January and February are due March 15. Please make a note and send your report in as soon as possible. Remember, your youth club receives $1 for each youth member who attends each youth club meeting. 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Ends March 31 The 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive ends March 31. Youth members who donate $2 or more receive 20 merit points and youth members who donate $5 or more receive 20 merit points and a certificate. Thanks to everyone who has contributed to this year's 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive. Youth Club Membership Drive The 2000 youth club membership drive ends May 31, 2000. There's still time to get some new members into your youth club. Congratulations to the following youth clubs who are working for membership drive awards. Half-time scores are: Lodge 4, Hallettsville: 1 new member Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus Lodge 13, Dime Box 6 new members Youth Leader Carla West Lodge 97, Placedo 1 new member Youth Leader Donna Vanek
Looking for a fund raising project? SPJST 100th Anniversary Cookbooks are available through the SPJST Home Office. Books are $11 each. To get yours, write: SPJST Anniversary Cookbook, c/o SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. For lodge and youth club volume orders and discounts, please contact Daryl Entrop at the SPJST Home Office at 1 (800) 727-7578.
Tee-Shirt and Motto Contest Winners to be Announced More than 100 entries were received in the tee-shirt contest and more than 40 entries were received in the motto contest. All of the tee-shirt and motto entries were so good.
Lodge 107, Floresville 2 new members Youth Leader Wendy Pruski Lodge 160, San Angelo 5 new members Youth Leader Betty Schwartz Youth Leaders, I encourage you to please send in a listing of your new youth club members from October 1, 1999. This will qualify your youth club for the awards, which will be announced at State YAD in August.
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Camps and YADs Are Coming! Please mark your calendars for the 2000 District Camps and Youth Achievement Days.
20/VESTNIK—Wednesday, March 15, 2000 District Youth Achievement Days District One—Sunday, July 16 at Lodge 186, Caldwell (Lodge 9, Snook hosts) District Two—Sunday, June 25 at Lodge 29, Taylor District Three—Sunday, June 25 at Lodge 92, Fort Worth District Four—Saturday, June 24 at Parish Hall in Wall District'Five—Sunday, June 25 at Lodge 88, Houston District Six—Sunday, July 16 at Lodge 30, Taiton District Seven—Sunday, June 25 at Lodge 185, New Braunfels District Camps District One July 21 to 24 at Camp Val Verde in McGregor District Two July 14 to 17 at Camp Val Verde in McGregor District Three July 7 to 10 at Camp Val Verde in McGregor District Four To Be Announced at Peaceable Kingdom in Youngsport District Five July 14 to 17 at U.S.S. Lexington in Corpus Christi District Six June 16 to 18 at Camp Lone Star in La Grange District Seven To Be Announced at Peaceable Kingdom in Youngsport Leader-In-Training Workshop—June 2 to 4 at Peacable Kingdom in Youngsport State Royalty Competition—Saturday, August 5 at Lodge 24, Cyclone State YAD—Sunday, August 6 at Mayborn Center in Temple Happy St. Patrick's Day! I wish you a Happy St. Patrick's Day and a happy spring! Fraternally yours, Melanie Zavodny State Youth Director
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Two DYC invites young people to attend District Meeting in Elgin this Sunday District
Dear Readers, I invite you to the District Two Spring Meeting this Sunday, March 19 Lodge 39, Bryan Youth Club members participate in gift exchange at their December meeting.
at Lodge 18, Elgin. Registration is at 1 p.m. and the meeting begins at 2 p.m. Hope to see all of you young peole and adults there. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor
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6, Cottonwood youth discuss Lodge 9, Snook upcoming events Youth Club discuss Dear Readers, We held our meeting on March 3 at Snook Fest Lodge
7 p.m. We took cakes to the rest home for the birthday parties. They always enjoy them. We discussed upcoming events. We always enjoy doing different projects with everyone. Sincerely, Jesse Karlik (3/9/00)
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Dear Readers, Our last meeting March 1 at the hall at 6 p.m. We discussed having a float for Snook Fest. Thanks to Mr. Kovar for coming out and talking to us about dispatching. Also thanks to Collen and Joseph for bringing door prizes. Fraternally, Holly Slenk (12) (3/8/00)
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Our meeting was held at the SPJST hall at 6 p.m. March 1. Thanks to David Kovar for speaking to us about police dispatching. We discussed having a float for Snook Fest in June. Fraternally, Hailey Slenk (3/8/00)
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9, Snook Youth Club members create noodle rainbows Lodge
Dear Readers,Our last meeting was well attended. Our craft for the evening was a rainbow made out of colorful noodles. They were cute. Our speaker for the evening was David Kovar who talked to us about dispatching. Thanks, it was very interesting. We discussed having a float for Snook Fest. Fraternally, Heather Slenk (3/8/00) —SPJST-
Dear Members, We had a clean-up day and meeting on Saturday, February 19, 2000. We worked really hard cleaning and clearing the land. My sister and I dug out yaupon stumps. This was hard but fun. Thanks To Dottie Evertte for helping us with the stumps. We held our meeting and lunch. Then, we went back to work. Glad this only comes once a year. Here is a picture of our Christmas gift exchange. Sincerely, Dylan Roesler (3/9/00)
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47, Seaton Youth Club reports on March meeting Lodge
The youth club meting was held on March 6 at 2 p.m. We held our meeting in the main lodge due to clean-up from the Gator Giveaway from the night before. Our youth club held election of officers. The results are as follows: President Crystal Bartek Vice President Janet Baca Secretary Amber Rice Assistant Secretary Rebecca Greger Treasurer Lisa Greger Assistant Treasurer Dawn Capps Reporter Heather Franklin Sergeant-at-Arms Rachel Baca
Flag Bearers Jessica Kirby, Patrick Greger, Crystal Morris, Josef Morris and Amber Pechal Congratulations to everyone! Now, let's go! For those who could not make our meeting, here is a list of upcoming events: Scrapbook Committee Workday and Social, Sunday, March 12 at Dawn Capp's house; 5 - 8 p.m. District Two Spring Meeting, Sunday, March 19 at Lodge 18, Elgin By a show of hands, we will be having six peple going to LIT CAmp this year on June 2 - 4. We can't wait. Look out, campers. We're ready to roll! Camp will be July 14 - 17. Youth Achievement Day will be in Taylor this year. I hope everyone has already started working on thier projects. It's not far away — June 25! Let's show everyone what the youth can do ... Our sympathy goes out to Patsy Baker and her family on the recent loss of her mother. Our prayers are with you, Patsy. We're making a list of laces to go this summer, so be thinking of that and of our lodge tee-shirts for next meeting. Fraternally, Crystal Bartek, Secretary (3/6/00)
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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 a better understanding among the members. You belong, too! Consider attending your next lodge or district meeting. Remember, "The time is right to make new friends."
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Mile sestry a bratfi: Podavam zpravy z na i schtize z 20. fmora 2000. V ichni urednici byli pfitomni. Bylo pfitomno 28 ft a dlenek. Nejprve jsme vzdali test nagf vlajce a pak jsme spolecne zpivali "God Bless America." Jednou minutou ticha uctili jsme pamatku na zesnule dleny. Na liste nemocnych je Marie Netek byla v nemocnici na operaci, Mary Polanski a Betty Rohan ranila ji am brzke mrtvice. Pfejeme am mnoho uzdraveni posilame pozdravii a maim vas na mysly v na ich modlitbach. Svatebni vyrodi v mesici slavili Evelyn a Emil Matula 54 roky, pfejeme am mnoho zdravi a stesti do budoucnosti. Sestra Viola Kurtz oznamila revize knih a Uhl byla skoneena a v echno bylo v nejlep im pofadku. Dekovala sestfe Margaret Schaufelle za jeji vybornou praci kterou delala pies 6 let. Bratr Matula oznamil ze mame na e obchodni knihy od roku 1917, u2' je nepottebujeme a vezme to hodfie mista to uschovavat. Sestra Grace Rohan navrhla aby jsme je znidili a ponechali od ruku 1987. Sestra Mila Phelps to podporavala, bylo to dam dlenstvu na volbu v ichni s tim souhlasili. Narozeniny v unoru meli Murley Brzan, Bill Pavliska, Joe Stryck a Emilie Newman. Odmenu za ucast e schfizi obc1r2eli 1. Mary Popp 2. Emil Matula 3. Ed Robinson. Ann Stryck vyhrala volne vstupenky do kina ktere venovaly fadu bratr a sestra Schimcek. Bylo navrhnuto aby jsme slavili vyrodi na eho radu na pfi ti schuzi v bieznu a v ichni dleni s tim souhlasili. Budeme mit Bar-B-Q slepice a prosime sestry aby pfinsely pfilcrrn a zakusky. Na e pfi ti schilze bude v nedeli 19.bfezna obed se bude podavat ve 12 hodin 30 minut. Na shledanou s vami se te i vase deska dopisovatelka, Se sesterskym pozdrave Milslova Phelpsova —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, March 17-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 18-Wedding
LODGE 18, ELGIN Sunday, March 19-Lodge hosts District Two Spring meeting. Saturday, March 25-King of Swing, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets $5 per person. 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.
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LODGE 30, TAITON Sunday, March 26-Lodge hosts District Six Spring meeting at Taiton Hall. 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 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) 826-5863.
LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.
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 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.p.; Youth Club meetings are at 6 p.m.
LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.
LODGE 36, WEST Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September and December at 6:45 p.m.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 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 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.
LODGE14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Tuesday, April 4-Czech class organizational meeting, 7 p.m. Hilda Burtis, instructor. If interested, call (254) 593-3821. 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) 5930090. 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.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, April 1-Texas Spring Gala: Gala doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are now on sale. $50 donation admits two. The event will feature a delicious barbecue dinner for two catered by Cyclone Corral; music and dancing by Vrazels Polka Band; an open beverage bar and hors d'oeuvres; and two chances to win prizes in the door prize drawing. For tickets, please call: LaVerne Cabla 985-2354; Terry Coots 985-2684; Ginger Greger 984-0070; Richard Greger 5834356; Bobby Hoelscher 985-2537; Wilbert Mikeska 985-2484; Bernice Sebek 985-2361; Patsy Baker 985-2457; Brian Vanicek 985-0007; Harold Vanicek 583-2335; or Melanie Zavodny 983-3378. 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, March 18-42 Domino Tournament Saturday, March 25-RVOS No. 51 picnic
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Tickets are now on sale for the Texas Spring Gala set for April 1 at Flag Hall. It'll be like a spring vacation cruise on the Caribbean! Your $50 donation admits two people What's more you could
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Lodge meetings are the second Thursday 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 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. 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, March 17-Granger Polka Boys Friday, March 24-Darebek Czech Band Friday, March 31-Czech Melody Masters Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m with a covered dish meal served after the meeting. All members and guests are always welcome. The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 to 9 p.m. "On premises catering." For hall reservations, dance information or bookings call the lodge hall at (512) 3529139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Shiller (512) 365-7632.
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. 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) 543-7387, 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, March 18-No dance/Private rental Monday, March 20-Board meeting, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 21-RVOS No. 5 meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, March 25-No dance/Private party Saturday, April 1-Jerry Haisier and the Melody Five, 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets $5 per person. Sunday, April 2-Lodge 47 meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday April 8-No dance/Private Saturday, April 15-Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, 7 to 11 p.m. 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 Saturday, March 18-Wedding Saturday, March 25-Wedding Sunday, March 26-Bezdek reunion Lodge meetings are the first Friday in
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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 Sunday, April 30, 2000-Lodge hosts District Three Spring meeting. 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. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Sunday, April 16, 2000-Lodge hosts District Four Spring meeting at Senior Citizens Community Center in 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. 1-75-1052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI Sunday, March 26-Lodge hosts SPJST District Seven Spring meeting. SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Hal) location: 5502 Kostorhyz Road, Corpus Christi. Phone: (512) 852-9042. Public invited. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Sunday, May 28-Spring Festival; details forthcoming. 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 Wednesday, March 15-Committee meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, March 18-Dance with music by Vrazel Polka Band, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Admission $7 per person. Monday, March 20-Lodge meeting, 7:30 ni.dnesday, March 29-District Three Vlie Convention Delegate meeting, 7 p.m. All delegates and interested non-delegates are invited to participate. Saturday, April 1-Decorate hall for anniversary celebration, 10 a.m. Sunday, April 2-Anniversary Celebration: Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for happy hour. Dinner at 1 p.m. Save the date and watch for all the details! Saturday, April 15-Dance with music by Jodie Mikula Band, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Admission $6 per person. Monday, April 17-Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. located at the hall,
Wednesday, March 15, 2000-VESTNIK/23 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, March 18-Manny Green, big band music. Tickets $11 each. *Dress code. Saturday, March 25-No dance Saturday, April 1-Pat Veit, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each. Saturday, April 8-Vrazels, polka/variety. Admission $6 per person. Saturday, April 15-Bobby Layne, big band music. Admission $12 per person. *Dress code. Saturday, April 22-Gus Lindemann, big band music. Tickets $11 each. *Dress code. 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. 3-00-6212077-41001. 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, March 19-Don Peachey of Burnet, Wisconsin, polka/waltz. This is always very enjoyable and well attended dance. Make plans to attend, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 2-Gary Lee Country Western Band, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 16-Big Battle Dance with c/w and p/w bands: Music by Gary Lee and Vanek's Czech Band. 3 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 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 207 South Park in Karnes City. LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 97, PLACEDO Thursday, June 8-Meeting at REA Building, Victoria, 6:30 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 Sunday, March 19-Luncheon at Good Shepherd Church at noon. Members are asked to bring a covered dish for the luncheon. 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. Sept. 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 Sunday, April 9-Lodge meeting Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for 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 148, BLESSING Sunday, April 30-Blessing V.F. Dept., 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 3-Dinner; watch for details Sunday, December 17-Blessing V.F. Dept., 2 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 Sundays. Contact Ginny Prasatik, Secretary, at (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date and time. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held 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 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 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, March 18-Down Time Saturday, April 1-Diversions, country/western Saturday, April 8-Sound Connection, country/western Sunday, April 9-Annual social: music by Sound Connection, polka/waltz Saturday, April 15-Cherokee Country, country/western 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) 542-1774 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 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview. 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 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 Hilcher 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. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights, are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538, (972) 263-9031, (972) 262-8830 and (817) 457-2138. LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m. LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October and December. LODGE 186, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-7420733095-41002. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Youth meetings are the first Sunday of at 3 p.m. Domino players
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 1715 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 Saturday, March 18-St. Patrick's Day Dance with music by Butch Perkins and Train 45; Tickets are $6 per person; 8 p.m. -12 a.m. All dances open to the public. Admission $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 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 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.
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