VLSTNIK "Joining Hands To Touch Lives-Fraternalism for the Family and Our Nation"
VOLUME 88 NUMBER 25
Official Publication of The SPJST, Founded 1897
Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 ISSN-07458800
Delegates endorse non-profit 1.AM and education center S PJST delegates took sweeping action at the Twenty-Eighth convention to position the SPJST for dynamic growth in the years head. A summary of significant convention actions and election results follows: Convention Highlights Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar called the Twenty-Eighth Convention to order, followed by _-eetings from District Six Director Supreme Lodge Chairman Matt ek. City of Temple Mayor Keifer _arshall, an SPJST member himself, , .o welcomed SPJST members to _ __nple. A. total of 285 delegates, representing 36,209 votes, were seated for the opening of the convention on Monday morning, June 12. The delegate count, by district, was as follows: District One District Two District Three District Four District Five District Six District Seven
3,606 Votes 7,759 Votes 7,451 Votes 1,326 Votes 9,582 Votes 4,371 Votes 2,114 Votes
Following a report from Credential Chairman Darlene Engelke, delegates elected Glenn Kaminsky of Lodge 28, East Bernard as convention chairman. Leonard Jansa of Lodge 160, San Angelo, was elected convention vice chaiiman. The following committees were designated and/or assigned by Chairman Kaminsky and Vice Chairman Jansa: Credentials Committee Darlene Engelke (66), Chain Ian Clara Broz (88) Sandra Jansa (160) Convention Secretaries Elaine Berkovsky (63), Chairman Annie Vahalik (4) Terry Sefcik (54) Pat Fowler (25) Tellers Ben Trcalek, Jr. (17) Edwin S. Adamek (29) Lawrence Laznovsky (135) Donald Williams (215) Marceil Malak (88) Karen Kaspar (30) Jerry Sijansky (79)
SPJST LAM off to a arand start. Following the decision by delegates to approve the establishment of the non-profit SPJST Library, Archives and Museum, delegates received a surprise announcement from retirin2, District Five Director Louis Hanus of Lodge 88, Houston. Brother Hanus, and on behalf of his wife, Oleta, presented SPJST LAM President Glenn Kaminsky with a personal check for $100,000 to apply towards the project. The check was presented in honor of Brother Hanus's
mother and father, Rose and Louis Hanus. "Let me thank each of you personally and fraternally for your vote," said Brother Hanus in making the presentation. "Your vote has assured me that the history and culture of the Czech people will pass on to future generations . . i thank God that my wife and I are able to make this contribution." in acce p ting the gift, Brother 'caminsky acknowledged Brother __anus's faithful support of the ! ,-)ncistanding committo sfne p reservation of Czecn heritage and culture. A letter from Brother Kaminsky appears on page five of this week's Vestnik. —SPJST-
See What You've Been Missing If you're in Temple this summer, make it a point to stop by and visit the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum, located in the SPJST Home Office at 520 North Main Street. A major goal of the LAM is to preserve the Czech cultural heritage. It also stands as a memorial to the pioneer Czech forefathers and mothers who settled Texas. Museum hours are Monday - Friday, 8 - 12 and 1- 5 and on weekends by appointment. For additional information, please call 1 (800) 727-7578. Pictured, at right, is a doll, dressed in traditional Czech kroj, from one of the LAM's many and varied collections. Convention Order Albert Kubala (92) Lisa Bubela (30) Ruby Loessin (20)
Time Keeper Edwin Pechal 1 (47)
Resolution Committee Agnes Rupp (18) Carlyn Ondrusek (84) Johnny I. Krajca (25)
By-Laws Revised For the next day-and-a-half, delegates reviewed the recommendations of the By-Law Committee. The following is a summary of significant ByLaw revisions which were enacted. • Change to the preface of the SPJST By-Laws under the section entitled "Name," to read as follows: The name of this Fraternal Benefit Society is SPJST, originally chartered as the Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas (Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST)). (Continued on page three.)
Grievance Committee Cecil Dickson (94) David Oman (187) Jerry Milan (154) Sylvia Rollwitz (49) Jo Ann Bun (88) Yvonne Garrett (97) Elizabeth Bielefeld (107) Co-Parliamentarians Mildred Holeman (88) Doug Yeager (84)
Sergeant-at-Arms Bob Miracle (200)
June 28, 2000
Twenty-Eighth SPJST Convention affection results Statewide election results of the 28th SPJST Convention are as follows: Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar Lodge 48, Beyersville Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Supreme Lodge Scty.-Treasurer Lanita Anglin Lodge 47, Seaton preme Lodge Fin. Secretary Jerry Mikulas Lodae 47, Seaton Supreme Lodge Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir Lodge 87, Temple Director E jf Communications Brian Vanicek Lodge 24, Cyclone District director election results of the 28th SPJST Convention are listed below: District One Director Donnie Victorick Lodge 9, Snook District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky Lodge 47, Seaton District Three Director Johnnie Krizan Lodge 6, Cottonwood District Four Director Stanley Broz Lodge 160, San Angelo District Five Director Larry Pflughaupt Lodge 88, Houston District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom Lodge 32, Victoria District Seven Director Bob Bayer Lodge 107, Floresville
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FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK
Delegates Express Faith in SPJST
VEST NI: 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 I, 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 do Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION: 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 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 Home Phone: (254) 778-3720
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 HI 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 - NORMA CAVANAUGH, BOX 276, GRAGER, TX 76530 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, CHAIRMAN, 850 NORTH VIEW, NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130 - (830) 606-7787 BY-LAW COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - CLARENCE R. MATULA, BOX 533, LA GRANGE, TX 78945 - (979) 968-2881 DISTRICT II - RONNIE RIEGER, V. CHMN. 350 RIEGER ROAD, COUPLAND, TX 78615 - (512) 365-2000 DISTRICT III - KAY LYNN KOVAR, 3303 LAKE BARDWELL DRIVE, ENNIS, TX 75119 - (972) 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 (361) 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 - (979) 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 - (361) 874-4461 DISTRICT VII - POLLY BAYER, 1100 HOSPITAL BLVD., FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 - (830) 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, - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: TX 76503 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) 863-1609 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 12360 RICHMOND AVE., APT. NO. 1134, HOUSTON, TX 77082 - (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
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Two Big Projects Wow! Based on the initiatives passed by delegates to the TwentyEighth SPJST Convention, we've got a lot to look forward to. Two very big and visionary 501 (c) (3) (non-profit) projects are now in the works: The SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM) and the SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC). With regard to the LAM, that topic had been covered at length in the Vestnik in the weeks leading up to the convention. On the other hand, the ENC recommendation received very little fanfare prior to the convention. The initiative was brought to the convention floor for discussion by John Engelke of Lodge 66, Waco. The idea parallels requests for a statewide family encampment raised at no fewer than eight previous SPJST conventions. The fact that delegates swiftly endorsed the two new projects, I believe, reflects the the faith and confidence our members have in the future of the SPJST and the rallying power of a worthwhile cause. It's exciting. In fact, I believe we'll be seeing even more member- and community-oriented initiatives like these in the months and years ahead. That's sure to help us when it comes to defining the "value-added" difference of SPJST to prospective new members.
Watch for details on these and other convention-related actions in the coming weeks here in the Vestnik - and very soon on our Internet web site spjst.com . And while we're on that subject, delegates to the Twenty-Eighth convention amended the duties of this office to include the management of the SPJST web site. Within the coming month, we will have the capacity - inhouse - to update our web site on a regular basis . . . In so many ways, the whole area of electronic communication and marketing is still in its infancy. If you have any ideas for developing the SPJST web site, let's hear from you. Watch for web site innovations and updates in the coming weeks. Playing Catch-Up ... If you're a regular reader of the Vestnik, you'll know that over the last few weeks, considerable print space has been allotted to matters relating to the Twenty-Eighth Convention. As a result, several lodge- and memberrelated features and photos were put on hold. We'll be getting to these items, along with your timely updates, in the coming weeks. Thanks for your attention and your continued input. Best regards, Brian Vanicek, FIC
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Fun and mportant SPJST Dates Family
July 11 - 13 July 14-15 July 15 August 13
Supreme Lodge Meeting at Home Office in Temple Barbecue Cook-Off at Lodge 47, Seaton Tarok Tournament at Lodge 17, New Tabor Family Day and 50-Year Pins at Lodge 4, Haliettsville
District Youth Achievement Days District One Sunday, July 16 at. Lodge 186 Caldwell (Lodge 9, Snook hosts) District Four Sunday, July 9 at Parish Hall in Wall District Six Sunday, July 16 at Lodge 30, Taiton District Seven Sunday, June 25 at Lodge 185, New Braunfels District Camp Dates Posted on Page 15 Toll Free: 1 (800) 727-7578 Web Site: viww, spjst.com Home Office E-mail: info@spjst.com Vestnik E-mail: bvanicek@vvm.com
SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Rates subject to change without notice
Universal Life 7.25% for Annualized*
Roth IRA
Home or Farm Mortgages:
6.30% for Annualized*
7.25% for 1 to 7 years 7.75% for 8 to 15 years 8.00% for 16 to 20 years 8.25% for 21 to 30 years
Annuity II
Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages
Annuity I
9.00% for 10 years 9.25째/e for 11 to 15 years
6.30% for Annualized* Certificates issued 4-1-93 and after 5.30% for Annualized* Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93 *Rates effective 5-1-2000 through 7-31-2000
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28th Convention (Continued from page 1.) • Addition to the preface of the SPJST By-Laws under the section entitled "Purpose," to read as follows: "The SPJST will present itself to members, employees, the financial industry and others as a fraternal benefit society that is financially strong and that provides high quality, competitive life insurance and value-added benefits tailored to the needs of its members. The SPJST will conduct its affairs in a manner than is perceived as a good corporate citizen. "On an annual basis, the Supreme Lodge Officers working with the Directors and other key groups will conduct a strategic planning process and develop an Annual Business Plan with clearly defined qualitative and quantitative goals for review and approval by the Supreme Lodge at its October meeting." • Amend Article 1, Section J, stating that: "The word 'social member' means a member: (1) who could not be insured and was a social member on and before January 1, 1998 and pays his or her local lodge dues and assessments, if any, annually in advance, or (2) A person who the lodge votes in as a social member and pays his or her local lodge dues and assessments, if
Delegates approve By-Law Committee recommendations Four recommendations made by the By-Law Committee were approved by delegates to the Twenty-Eighth SPJST Convention. In presenting these recommendations, the By-Law Committee acknowledged that they are not directly related to the the By-laws, but are "of great importance as far as the direction which our Society is to take." The recommendations are as follows: 1. That the SPJST automobiles should proudly display the logo of our Society. In addition, it is felt that except for State Field Managers, all autos should remain at the site of the Supreme Lodge when not in use for official business. 2. Utilize standing committees, Fraternal Activities Coordinator, and Youth Counselors to promote a more informative communication between the Home Office, district and local lodges. 3. Encourage continuing education training, and certification for Supreme Lodge members and employees in order to enhance job performance and service to the Society. 4. The SPJST By-laws govern this Society and are to be observed and enforced diligently and consistently at all levels of our Society. —SPJST-
any, annually in advance." Likewise, "A person who is not insurable may become a member by purchasing an annuity in a minimum amount as set by the Supreme Lodge and pays his or her lodge dues and assessments, if any, annually and in advance." • Amend Article 37, under "President," removing the museum from the Supreme Lodge President's area and establishing a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization to administer the growth and development of the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum. • Amend Article 38, under "Vice President," essentially eliminating the position of "State Field Manager," and redefining the role of "field manager" to primarily "assist local lodge sales representatives and agents in the discharge of all duties in the Insurance Department." • Amend Article 44, under "Youth Department," revised to read as follows: "The State Youth Director and District Youth Counselors plan and direct activities and programs, formulate rules and regulations for youth activities at all levels. Only matters involving financial decisions will be subject to the approval of the Supreme Lodge. "The State Youth Director position is primarily a field position and the person is to spend at least one-third of working time in the field working with the lodges. "The State Youth Director will be under the supervision of the President and will report to the President between the meetings and will provide a written and oral report at the Supreme Lodge Meetings." • Amend Article 44, under Fraternal Activities Coordinator Department, revised to read as follows: "The State Fraternal Activities Coordinator works with the district and the local fraternal activities coordinators to plan and direct activity programs, subject to approval of the Supreme Lodge, and submits interesting and informative news items to the Editor and Director of Communications on a regular basis. The State Fraternal Activities Coordinator is primarily a field position and the person is to spend at least one-third of working time in the field working with the lodges. The State Fraternal Activities Coordinator will be under the supervision of the President and will report to the President between meetings and will provide a written and an oral report at the Supreme Lodge meetings. • Amend Article 49, under "Local Lodges," to read as follows: "Members who have attained the age of 96 on the American Experience Mortality Table; 100 on the 1941/1958 CSO Mortality Table and have collected the process of their certificate, shall nevertheless remain members of the Society, with all the privileges and benefits of active members and shall not be required to pay any dues or assessments and members
who are permanent residents of assisted living or nursing homes and have collected the proceeds of their certificate." • Amend Article 95, Section A, under "Vestnik," to read as follows: "The contents of the "Vestnik" and the SPJST Internet website are managed by the Editor and Director of Communication . . . " and Section A, which reads, "The position of Editor will be referred to as Editor and Director of Communication in all references. • Amend Article 104, under "Loans: Real Estate and Certificate; and Assignments," to read as follows: "No one individual or corporation may have total loans exceeding $250,000." This amount was previously set at $200,000. In the coming weeks, a complete summary of convention proceedings and updated By-Laws will be published and distributed to local lodges through convention delegates. In addition to the items which were approved by the delegates, the By-Law Committee concluded its presentation with a list of four recommendations for the Society to consider. Those recommendations, which were approved, appear in the column at left.
SPJST accepting bids for By-Laws and Proceedings The SPJST is accepting bids for the publication of the SPJST ByLaws and of the Proceedings. Sealed bid proposals will be accepted until 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 13, 2000. Bid proposals are to be mailed to: Supreme Lodge SPJST P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 ATTN: Howard Leshikar, President If you, as a prospective bidder, have any questions regarding printing specifications, please contact Sidney Kacir, Legal Advisor, at (254) 778-5228. Thank you. -SPJSTFinance Committee Report The Finance Committee report included recommendations regarding remunerations for convention participants and salary recommendations for individuals employed by the SPJST. Recommendations for Youth Department allocations and allocations for various other outreach projects were also made. The following is a summary of remunerations and salary recommendations which were approved by delegates to the Twenty-Eighth SPJST Convention. Salaries
Monday Fish Fry, Tuesday Banquet and Youth Spectacular Participating in an SPJST Convention is serious business; however, that doesn't mean you can't have any fun. After a full day of reviewing and discussing By-Law recommendations, Monday evening provided an open night for convention delegates. In response, Lodge 47, Seaton hosted a fried fish dinner with entertainment by Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five. Tuesday evening's banquet provided another opportunity for delegates to relax and enjoy themselves. Featured events included a presentation by Texas State Comptroller Carole Keeton Rylander and the Youth Spectacular. On hand to emcee the youth performance were 1996-2000 Mr. SPJST Jason Hermis of Lodge 142, Houston; 1996-2000 Miss SPJST Meribeth Novak of Lodge 84, Dallas; and the 1999-2000 SPJST Royalty Court: King Paxton Davies of Lodge 92, Fort Worth; Queen Colette Kenney of Lodge 84, Dallas; Duke William Fuller of Lodge 92, Fort Worth; and Duchess Kayla Kenney of Lodge 84, Dallas. Each district was represented in the talent presentation. Individual performers will be acknowledged in next week's Vestnik.
Delegates $180 per day Directors $190 per day Convention Chairman $265 per day Convention Vice Chairman $235 per day Convention Secretaries $255 per day Parliamentarian $190 per day Committee on By-Laws $190 per day Finance Committee $190 per day Publication Committee $190 per day Insurance Committee $190 per day Members on All Other Committees $190 per day Time Keeper $190 per day Officer Salaries 7/1/2000 - 7/30/2001 $68,000.00 7/1/2001 - 7/30/2002 $70,000.00 7/1/2002 - 7/30/2003 $72,100.00 7/1/2003 - 7/30/2004 $76,500.00 (Additional incentive pay for the officers at the rate of $200 per year for every year in excess of 20 years was also approved) Legal Advisor's Salary $50,000.00 (An annual three percent cost of living increase was also approved) Editor and Director of Communication Salary $60,000.00 (An annual three percent cost of living increase was also approved.) Directors' Salary 7/1/2000 - 7/30/2002 $13,800.00 7/1/2002 - 7/30/2004 $14,500.00 Youth Department
$160 per day, and all assistants, as outlined by the By-Laws, be paid $80 per day, mileage of 32 1/2 cents per mile, or IRS rate at time of travel, lodging and actual cost of meals, not to exceed $25 per day Quarterly reimbursement of $2 per youth to the local lodge youth clubs. (Continued on page five.)
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Results of District Caucus Elections at the Twenty-Eighth SPJST Convention District One Director Donnie Victorick Lodge 9, Snook Substitute Director Susan Skrabanek Lodge 17, New Tabor By-Law Committee Clarence Matula Lodge 106, LaGrange Substitute By-Law Committee Randal A. Gaas Lodge 17, New Tabor Insurance Committee Susan Skrabanek Lodge 17, New Tabor Substitute Insurance Committee Charles Munday Lodge 106, LaGrange Publication Committee Floyd Kostelka Lodge 13, Dime Box Substitute Publication Committee Ann Schoeneman Lodge 9, Snook Finance Committee Stanley Mrnustik Lodge 17, New Tabor Substitute Finance Committee Irene Polansky Lodge 1, Fayetteville Director of Education and Nature Center Randy Gaas Lodge 17, New Tabor
District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky Lodge 47, Seaton Substitute Director Edwin Adamek By-Law Committee Ronnie Rieger Lodge 29, Taylor
Director of Education and Nature Center Otis Beck Lodge 177, Academy Substitute Director of Education and Nature Center Frank Pajestka Lodge 80, Holland
District Three Director Johnnie Krizan Lodge 6, Cottonwood Substitute Director Jerry Kucera Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Substitute Publication Committee Betty Schwartz Lodge 160, San Angelo
Substitute By-Law Committee Annie Vahalik Lodge 4, Hallettsville
Finance Committee Herman D. Weise Lodge 160, San Angelo
Insurance Committee Jerome Hlavaty Lodge 153, LaSalle
Substitute Finance Committee Sandra Jansa Lodge 160, San Angelo
Substitute Insurance Committee James Bacak Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje
Director of Education and Nature Center Billy Rollwitz Lodge 49, Rowena
Publication Committee Helen Kelner Lodge 28, East Bernard
Substitute Director of Education and Nature Center Janeece Williams Lodge 215, South Plains
By-Law Committee Al Kercho Lodge 92, Fort Worth
District Five
Substitute By-Law Committee Kay Lynn Kovar Lodge 25, Ennis
Director Larry Pflughaupt Lodge 88, Houston
Insurance Committee Martha Durham Lodge 92, Fort Worth
Substitute Director Dennis Hermis Lodge 142, Houston
Substitute Insurance Committee Daniel Roznovsky Lodge 183, Arlington
By-Law Committee Dorothy Pflughaupt Lodge 88, Houston
Publication Committee Bessie Petr Lodge 84, Dallas
Substitute By-Law Committee Mildred Holeman Lodge 88, Houston
Substitute Publication Committee Darlene Engelke Lodge 66, Waco Finance Committee Michael Galler Lodge 66, Waco Substitute Finance Committee George Pauling Lodge 66, Waco Director of Education and Nature Center John Engelke Lodge 66, Waco
District Four
Insurance Committee Edna Wehring Lodge 88, Houston Substitute Insurance Committee Vincent Hegwood Lodge 88, Houston Publication Committee Lorenda Baldwin Lodge 139, Danbury Substitute Publication Committee Tennie Walla Lodge 172, Pasadena Finance Committee Marceil Malak Lodge 88, Houston Substitute Finance Committee Evelyn Mikeska Lodge 196, Houston-West
Substitute By-Law Committee Bob Miracle Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy
Director Stanley Broz Lodge 160, San Angelo
Insurance Committee Dolores Skrabanek Lodge 47, Seaton
Substitute Director Leonard Jansa Lodge 160, San Angelo
Director of Education and Nature Center Paul Pflughaupt Lodge 88, Houston
By-Law Committee Beverly Teplicek Lodge 49, Rowena
Substitute Director of Education and Nature Center Robert (Bob) Mayfield Lodge 172, Pasadena
Substitute Insurance Committee Ruby Bartz Lodge 187, Round Rock Publication Committee Norma Cavanaugh Lodge 20, Granger
Substitute By-Law Committee Nancy Schwertner Lodge 49, Rowena
District Six
Substitute Publication Committee Ruth Hanusch Lodge 47, Seaton
Insurance Committee Leonard Jansa Lodge 160, San Angelo
Director Michael Ahlstrom Lodge 32,Victoria
Finance Committee Edwin Pechal Lodge 47, Seaton
Substitute Insurance Committee Donald Williams Lodge 215, South Plains
Substitute Director Charles Garrett Lodge 97, Placed()
Substitute Finance Committee David Oman Lodge 187, Round Rock
Publication Committee Sharon Hohmann Lodge 160, San Angelo
By-Law Committee Joe Siptak Lodge 4, Hallettsville
Substitute Publication Committee Joseph Nezval Lodge 28, East Bernard Finance Committee Karen Kaspar Lodge 30, Talton Substitute Finance Committee Rita Vanek Lodge 151, Wharton Director of Education and Nature Center Lisa Bubela Lodge 30, Taiton
District Seven Director Bob Bayer Lodge 107, Floresville Substitute Director Monta Foster Lodge 185, New Braunfels By-Law Committee Bettie House Lodge 161, La Parita-Jourdanton Substitute By-Law Committee Jerry Sijansky Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Insurance Committee Polly Bayer Lodge 185, New Braunfels Substitute Insurance Committee Kathryn Marek Lodge 117, Robstown Publication Committee Jarolyn Popp Lodge 133, San Antonio Substitute Publication Committee Betty Jurica Lodge 117, Robstown Finance Committee Jill J. Sijansky Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Substitute Finance Committee Roy Haag Lodge 185, New Braunfels Director of Education and Nature Center Jerry Elzner Lodge 79, Corpus Christi -SPJSTAttention Incoming Standing Committee Members: At your earliest convenience, please send your mailing address and telephone number to be listed on page three of the Vestnik. Thank you for your attention.
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28th Convention (Continued from page 3. Annual allocation of $58,000 per year to be used exclusively for the Youth. The Finance Committee will review the allocation for 2002, 2003 and 2000. District Fraternal Activities Coordinator 321/2 cents per mile, or IRS adusted rate at time of travel, lodging, and actual cost of meals to to exceed $25 per day while on duty. Education Czech Language Education Fund: $8,000 annual allocation to institutions teaching the Czech language, with or without credit. American Sokol Organization $1,500 annual allocation for the years of 2002, 2003, and 2004 to the American Sokol Organization, Southern District. This money cannot be used for legal services or litigation. Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, Inc. (TCHC) and Czech Cultural Center Houston (CCCH) $2,500 each, annual allocation for the years of 2002, 2003 and 2004. S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes $5,000 annual allocation for the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes for the years of 2002, 2003 and 2004. Scholarship Fund Convention authorized the Supreme Lodge to increase the Scholarship fund allocation from $15,000 per year to $30,000 per year. Other Approved Finance Committee Recommendations (1). Officers, Directors, Editor, Members on Standing Committees, and other or the authorized personnel using a personal car for the use of the Society work, and are authorized to travel for the Society, be paid 32 1/2 cents per mile, or the IRS adjusted rate at time of travel. (2). Officers, Directors, Editor, Members on Standing Committees, and other authorized personnel doing work for the Society, be paid actual cost of meals, not to exceed $25.00 per day, plus lodging expense. (3). Authorize the Supreme Lodge to reimburse hosting entities for pre-convention activities and refreshments during the convention. Arrangements will be coordinated with the Supreme Lodge. (4). The Supreme Lodge shall adopt formulas to determine the amount of refund to lodges based on premium income from members and other incentive factors after a review of the annual statement and consultation with the actuary. Article 33(b). (5). Authorize the Supreme Lodge to pay the cost of Group Healthcare coverage for the spouse of Supreme Lodge officers and employees retiring with 30 years or more of service with the SPJST, however, the amount paid for such retiree's healthcare coverage will not exceed the standard premium for an active employee under the age of 65 years. (6). Delegates and all other parties under remunerations and recommendations get paid for actual days of convention.
Please note that a complete listing of Finance Committee recommendations as approved by the Twenty-Eighth Convention will appear in the official proceedings of the convention. Other Standing Committee Reports On Wednesday, reports were delivered to the convention by the other standing committees. Reporting on behalf of the Insurance Committee was Susan Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor. She thanked the delegates for their support of the By-Laws that the Insurance Committee had made and approved by the Convention. Other recommendations contained in the report, she said, were already being done, including the suggestion to study creating a Managing General Agency as an avenue to sell other products such as long term care, medicare supplements, disability and accident insurance. After brief discussion, the recommendations were approved. Publication Committee Chairman Jarolyn Popp of Lodge 133, San Antonio delivered her committee's report, acknowledging that convention delegates had already approved most of the initiatives that the committee had been seeking. Other recommendations, she said, related to internal matters that the Supreme Lodge could address at their meetings. In addition to the Standing Committee reports, S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Director and Chairman Dan Balusek addressed the assembly during the convention, providing an update on the two facilities in Taylor and Needville. Please note that the complete text of both the Insurance Committee and Publication Committee will appear as a part of the official proceedings of the 2000 Convention. Education and Nature Center Following the Publication Committee's report, Chairman Kaminsky opened the floor for discussion of the proposed SPJST Education and Nature Center. John Engelke of Lodge 66, Waco made the motion that a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization be formed for this purpose. The motion, which was seconded by Paul Pflughaupt of Lodge 88, Houston, received considerable support and was endorsed by both Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar and Supreme Lodge Vice President Leonard Mikeska. Following the vote, convention delegates were advised to elect interim directors for the new nonprofit group in their respective caucus elections. Elections
Following the standing committee reports, elections were held for the statewide elected positions, including Supreme Lodge Officers and Editor and Director of Communication. The results of these elections appear on the front cover of this week's Vestnik. Following these elections, individual districts met in caucus to elect their directors, standing committee members and their substitutes. Past District Two Director Willie Kohutek installed the newly elected statewide and district officials.
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood reports on June meeting Hi! Our President, Brother Al Soukup, called the meeting to order on Sunday, June 4, 2000, with all officers present. Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, then a moment of silence for any deceased members. Our flag bearer, Sister Georgie Soukup, reported 22 members present. Sister Barbara Jean Hykel, Secretary, read the minutes from our last meeting, which were approved as read with one exception. Members of the Tea Committee for our July picnic was corrected to read Christine Matus,
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Annie Chudej and Georgie Skerik. Treasurer's report was given by Sister Peggy Dobecka and it was approved as given. Sister Peggy also gave the youth report. She reported workin g on their crafts for YAD on June 25 at Lod g e 92, Fort Worth, Texas. They will have individual and group talent, scrapbook and poster. The youth also had made Father's Day crafts, which were passed out at our meeting to all the Dads! Their colorful little birdhouses were very pretty. Some were in the shape of homes; others looked like churches or school buildings. Thanks to Peggy and all the young people. Financial Secretary, Brother George (Continued on page six.)
Post Convention Thanks LAM President expresses thanks for vote of confidence Delegates, Thank you for your approval of the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM). The Directors want to assure you that we well function with the utmost integrity and maintain the quality of our museum. We say our museum because it still belongs to the members of SPJST. We encourage you and your friends to visit the museum. Your approval has made tax deductible contributions to the Library, Archives and Museum a reality. Any individual or lodge wanting to make any contributions, should contact a LAM director.* Submitted by, Glenn Kaminsky, President SPJST Library, Archives and Museum *LAM Directors District One Margaret Haisler, Treasurer (979) 272-8657 District Two Risa Pajestka (254) 657-8176 District Three Jerry Milan, Vice President (817) 237-4237 District Four Nancy Weise (915) 651-8550 District Five Tennie Walla, Secretary (281) 447-1715
District Six Glenn Kaminsky, President (409) 335-4461 District Seven Roxanne Bertrand (830) 393-6960 Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar (254) 773-1575 Note: The SPJST Library, Archives and Museum Directors will be meeting on July 10 at the SPJST Home Office in Temple at 8:30 a.m. —SPJST-
Three By-law Committee representative says "thank you" District
As the District Three Convention XXVIII By-Law Representative, I want to thank everyone for all the wonderful support. I especially want to thank Lodges 25, 66 and 84 for hosting a District Three Pre-Convention meetings. These pre-Convention meetings allow our delegates time to consider critical issues. Also, may thanks for the delicious spreads—they were entire dinners! (Lodge 66 is especially lucky to have Dorothy Veselka's most delicious cookies!) Congratulations to Al Kercho. With my deepest gratitude and thanks as your XXVIII Convention 2000 By-Law Representative, Kay Lynn Kovar —SPJST-
6MESTNIK—Wednesday, June 28, 2000 Straten, was called upon for his report. He did not have much to report, other than eight new adult members and one additional insurance certificate sold. Welcome to all! Sister Hattie Kaska, Sunshine Committee, gave her report for May of get-well cards sent to Carla Payne, Cyrill Svrcek and Kathy L. Kucera. No sympathy cards went out. About this time, Vice President, Brother George Sulak, asked that everyone please stand and have a moment of reverence towards Brother Al Soukup, Sister Georgie Soukup, Sister Hattie Kaska and Sister Mary Neckar upon the loss of their family member, Johnnie Soukup. Quilting Project Update Our Fraternal Activities Coordinator, Sister Irene Schiemenz, thanked everyone that had sent or given quilt squares to her for the making of quilts that will be auctioned and raffled off at our upcoming picnic on July 16. She mentioned that there would probably be enough squares for three quilts and she was proud of everyone's response to this fundraising project for our lodge. Sister Irene had also mentioned that she had sympathy cards to Brother Al and Sister Georgie Soukup and to Sisters Hattie Kaska and Mary Neckar. She also reminded everyone that kitchen workers for the picnic be at the Hall by 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 16, and it was mentioned that our picnic would be "festive" this year with red-checkered tablecloths put on tables on the Saturday before the picnic. Sister Irene also mentioned that socials coming up were July 7 and 21. Also there is a social for June 16, which letters for the picnic will be worked on at this social for mailing. Our President, Brother Al Soukup, mentioned that a 55-cup coffee pot had been donated to Lodge 6, Cottonwood, by an anonymous donor. Thanks a bunch! He also mentioned that bingo prizes were needed for the Youth Club for their picnic benefit. Show and Tell Now, I want to tell you about a "Show and Tell" that Brother Al Soukup was going to "tell." Well, he said that he would let "IT" tell. And guess what? IT did! You are not going to believe this story, but it is true. His "show and tell" was a bass. Yes, a bass, mounted on a plaque and when you walked by it, it would "sing" to you. Yep, that thing threw its head towards you, flipping its tail, flopping its mouth open, and singing "Take Me to the River" and "Don't Worry-Be Happy!" Thanks for sharing, Al. Birthdays for the month were Brother George Sulak and Sister Georgie Skerik were drawn with Sister Georgie Skerik winning the $5 door prize. Progressive door prizes were drawn with Marie Jo Margulciux and Lillian Jo Perez not present. Various other door prizes were exchanged. It was also mentioned that we should go back to our old ways of getting "generic gifts" because it is too hard for keeping it all straightened out if a lady buys for a lady and a man buys for a man.
There were two "special gifts" for Dads at this meeting, with Brother Ray Perez winning one donated by Sister Irene Schiemenz and Brother Al Soukup winning one donated by the Perez's. Our meeting was then adjourned to enjoy a great meal prepared by George and Lucille Sulak and Joe and Dorothy Dvorsky. Thanks! Our next meal in July will be prepared by Georgie and Al Soukup and Mary Neckar and Hattie Kaska. You do not want to miss this meal, so come to our next meeting, Sunday, July 2, 2 p.m. Respectfully, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST-
9, Snook invites members, friends to July 2 family fun day Lodge
The third annual Snook SPJST Family Fun Day will be held on Sunday, July 2, 2000 at Snook SPJST Hall. The lodge will be serving barbecue. The cost is $5 per plate. Advance tickets are available from youth club members and lodge officers and lodge members. The meal will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a silent auction so come and join the fun and fellowship. The proceeds benefit hall improvements. Submitted by, Ann Schoeneman —SPJST-
18, Elgin members receive post-convention information Lodge
Delegates for the 28th SPJST Convention were President Andrew and wife, Dolores Greinert; Vice President Dollie Hajda; Treasurer Agnes Rupp and husband, Alex Roehlke, Rules and Regulations Committee. Alternates were Ben and Mildred David. President Greinert is dong good after his surgery June 15 in Temple. He had surgery to remove pressure on his brain that was caused by the fall he had in May. Alternates Ben and Mildred replaced Andrew and Dolores after he had to go the hospital. Alex Roehlke gave good report on the convention at the June 20 meeting. Thanks President Andrew Greinert was able to preside over the June 20 meeting. He called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and a silent prayer. Dollie Hajda, Vice President, asked all members to turn in their hours by July 1 for our point credits. Some turn their hours in monthly. Secretary Agnes Eschberger gave the reading of the minutes; they were approved as read. Treasurer Agnes Rupp gave her treasurer's report.
Ruby Bowen, Youth Leader gave her report on the May Fete. The kitchen is open for the Sunday afternoon dances. The youth cook hamburgers so stop by the kitchen for a good hamburger. Trustee Thomas Ries gave his bar report. Secretary Jack Eschberger gave his report. We also had a report from Mildred David, Memorial Chairman. Artie Munson and Irene Helgren gave report for the Entertainment Committee and Gladys Mogonye gave the ticket sales report. We had 30 members present for the meeting. Building Nearing Completion Alvin Eschberger gave a report on the new storage building the lodge is building. It is almost finished. He will give a list of the names of the men who helped next meeting. Thanks, Alvin and men. June 20 at 6:30 p.m., our monthly meeting, we had a light meal of sandwiches and all the fixings. We also had pasta salad and cakes, pies and pudding on a Ritz which went over great. We need the recipe, Irene. Thanks to Irene Helgren, Cybaline Felfe and Gladys Mogonye for the great desserts. We all enjoyed the social hour. We sang, "Happy Birthday" to Thomas Ries, Dolores Greinert, Dollie Hajda and Irene Vrabel. Wishing you all many more healthy happy years. Andrew and Dolores Greinert celebrated their anniversary this month. We wish you many more healthy, happy years together. When on a diet, remember what's on the table eventually becomes what's on the chair. Lazelle Wuthrich, Reporter —SPJST-
25, Ennis meets July 13 Lodge
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis held their monthly meeting on June 8 at 8 p.m. Johnnie Krajca led the membership with the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for Brother Dan Pomykal known on the sick list were Ella Hopkins and Ronnie Vitovsky. Kay Kovar gave the financial report. New member approved was Judy K. Langer. The minutes of the May meeting were approved as given by Patricia Fowler. Cathy Krajca gave the treasurer's report and Youth Leader Sandra Slovak gave the youth leader report. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Margaret Krajca reported that presentation of the 50-year pins will be at the July meeting. Also the 1999 Everyday Hero pins will be honored. The social will begin at 7 p.m. with the meeting following. Next Meeting July 13 President Linda Trojacek and Vice President Jim Holahan thanked all the committees and workers at the Polka Festival. Don't forget our next meting will be on Thursday, July 13 at 7 p.m. with a social for the honored members at 7 p.m. Margaret Krajca FAC/Reporter —SPJST-
25, Ennis welcomes Chase Woods Lodge
Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes young member, Matthew Charles Reeves, who celebrated his first birthday on June 11. His brother, Andrew, 2, pictured with Matthew, is also a member. Proud parents are Chip and Joyce Reeves of Ennis. Matthew was signed up by Sales Representative Johnnie Krajca.
Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard posts meeting notice Notice to Members: There will be no regular June meeting at the meeting room this month due to the convention. Information on the July meeting will be forthcoming. And to the faithful, watch the Vestnik for lodge information and this writer remains... Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval President —SPJST-
40, El Campo- Hilije takes July 3 bingo break Lodge
Dear Members and Friends, Please note that Lodge 40 will not have bingo at the lodge hall on Monday, July 3 in observance of the July 4 Independence Day Holiday. Thank you for your attention. Submitted on behalf of the SPJST Bingo Workers by Tria Molberg —SPJST-
40, El Campo-Hilije reports on June meeting Lodge
El Campo-Hilije SPJST Lodge 40 gathered for the regular monthly meeting June 11, 2000. President Sheldon Holub welcomed all members and guests.
Wednesday, June 28, 2000—VESTNIK/7 President Holub called the meeting to order at 12 p.m. with 62 members and nine guests present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was observed for all sick in the community and deceased members. President Holub gave the Presidents report. He read two thank you notes— one from Brad Weston and one from El Campo High School—for the scholarships and reminded everyone that June is our anniversary monthly for bingo. The jackpots are raised to $75 for June. The second Monday will stay at $100. Lodge 40 has two new members. Work is completed on the roof and looks good. Lodge 40 also has four new sales representatives. Fifty-year members present to receive their pins were Edward Dressler, Ted Dressler, Georgia Ann Henderson, Jessie Sobotik and Marie Hlozek. June birthdays are Marie Hlozek, Joseph Bartos, Jessie Sobotik, Joe Cerny, Matthew Thane, Ashley Sczech, Corey Cerny and 011ie Kopesky. Mrs. Marie Hlozek won the birthday cake. Marcella Kaiser won the attendance prize. The meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m. Fraternally, Tria Molberg, Secretary —SPJST-
47, Seaton reports on June meeting Lodge
The June 1, 2000, monthly meeting was a night meeting. Shannon Pechal, youth club member and high school graduate was a special guest being honored with a covered dish meal. Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar was the guest speaker. Congratulations, Shannon. New members are Sandi B. Stewart, Justin Braxton and Vlasta Rosalie Horton. Visitors were Helen McFarland, Nita Landry, Karen DeGraaf, Dorothy Skrabanek, Howard Leshikar and Jerome Greger. Plans were being completed for our annual picnic which was held Sunday, June 4. All Officers and Chairpersons gave their reports. Happy birthday to these June celebrants: Gerry Dana,Nelda Marek, Frank Klinkovsky, Calvin Skrabanek and Edwin Marek, Jr. Happy anniversary to Frank and Irma Klinkovsky and Leroy and Gerry Dana. In celebration of Father's Day, all the men were treated to one free drink from the bar. A total of 48 members and six visitors attended the meeting. Dates to remember in July:
July 2, 2000; 2 p.m. Regular Monthly Meeting
July 1; 7 p.m. Audit of All Books
July 14-15 Barbecue Cookoff at Lodge 47 Karaoke Friday Night and Hamburgers - Outside Kitchen
July 17; 7 p.m. Board Meeting. Have a Safe Fourth of July! Fraternally, Adeline Kohutek, Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
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49, Rowena hosts "Dust Bowl" Tarok Tournament
51, Ellinger reports on special June meeting
In a small village, far, far away where moisture is that which pops out on your forehead, green is that which you must have to play, dust is where fields of milo and cotton once grew, 85 degrees is cool, bare feet are in and Tarok rules are made up as you go (just joking), 18 players showed up; nine from the Rowena area, three from Taylor, one from Schwertner, two from Fort Worth, two from Schulenburg and one from Seaton. The odd number of players was solved by having five players at two tables with one player sitting out shuffling and dealing the cards for the next hand. Ruth Wuensche was the first high round winner with 153. Dwayne Schaefer was the second round winner with a 157. Frank Schlesinger was the third round winner with a 156. Lunch was served after the third round. Brisket — the best I've had in a long time, 'taters, green beans, salad and trimmings were plentiful. Preparing the food and assisting in the kitchen were Nancy Schwertner, Sylvia Rollwitz, Elizabeth Walther, Eddie Mae Huebner and Laura Pospichal. Joe Havlak the patriarch of the Havlak family would rather play the accordion than eat and that is exactly what he did. Joe entertained us with selections from the new compact disk released by the Batla/Havlak musical group. The Joe Havlak brewery provided some fine custom brews. Taroks and pivo — hey, what more you want? After lunch, Gregg Havlak took the fourth round with a whopping 246. Ruth Wuensche came back again in the fifth round with a 144. Dwayne Schaefer took the final round with a 198 which earned him first place for the tournament. Dwayne's total score for the tournament was 831. Second place went to Frank Schlesinger with 789. Third place went to Gregg Havlak with a 752 and fourth place went to Joe Vyvjala with a 734. Thanks to Joe Halvak for organizing the tournament and to District Four Director Stanley Broz and Velma Giles for tabulating the player's scores. Our departure was hastened by a storm that exhibited the promise of much needed rain. The wind, lightening and raindrops were kicking up a lot of dust and blowing dirt. Yes, it was time to "get out of Dodge (Rowena)." We put the box of chips, cards and other papers in the back of the truck bed. The rain caught us near the town of Olfin. I ran around the truck to rescue the cards. The raindrops felt like bullets. It was after I had gathered all the cards that I noticed that it was hailing! That storm followed us all the way home. We would out run it only to get caught when we stopped. We spent an hour eating in a German restaurant in Kempner after which the storm enveloped us all the way to Schwertner. Fraternally submitted, Franklin Schlesinger
The Ellinger SPJST Lodge 51 held a special meeting June 15, 2000 at the Ellinger Washateria Building at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was held to discuss the lodge dinner which will be held July 9 at the Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall. A brisket barbecue and sausage and all the trimmings meal will be served at 12:30 p.m Refreshments will be served at 12 p.m. The meal will be served to members and their immediate families (living at home.) At this time, 50-year pins will also be presented to the following: Edna Lee Orsak, Cynthia Niesner, Larry Marusik, Larry Bartosh and Peggy Utley. Hope to see all the members turn out for a good meal and a good time! Burdine Divin Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
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80, Holland reports on Spring Festival
showed up for this meeting. It was nice to have Adolph Macha and his family to come join us. At 12 noon, a delicious meal of potluck was served. Thanks to all the wonderful cooks we have in our lodge. Unfortunately, President Vincent Newman and I were unable to partake of the potluck meal, but I can safely say that everything was delicious because it always is. President Vincent Newman opened the meeting at 1 p.m. Mary Werner led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We had a moment of silence for departed members Mary Ann Foytik, Bill Foytik, Alvin Gajevsky, Gladys Chabisek and Bessie Susan. All officers answered the roll call. Added to our sick list is Sandra Kunz. We wish her a speedy recovery. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her report. There were no corrections to her report so they were approved as read. Treasurer Benita Walzel read her report. There were no corrections so they were approved as read. Next, Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel read his report. There were no corrections so they were approved as read.
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Dear Members and Friends, President Harold Rohde of Lodge 80 called the meeting to order at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2000 The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. Brother Glen Latham read the minutes of the May meeting and they were approved as read. He also gave a report of all committees and they were doing all right. A thank you was read from the Supreme Lodge for the Lodge 80 contribution to the barbecue lunch benefiting Peaceable Kingdom Retreat. Two new members were accepted into Lodge 80. Spring Festival President Rohde reported on the Spring Festival held on May 28. He said we did all right, but could have done better. We cleared enough to replace three air conditioning units and had a little left over. In other business the board met and voted Fred Busby to be hall manager for all functions pertaining to Lodge 80. Dean Brisbin was the only person present having a birthday in June. Door prizes were won by Ann Latham, Estelle Coker, James Sladecek, Barbara Taisler and Harold Rohde. The meeting adjourned with a motion by Glen Latham and seconded by Barbara Taisler. The next meeting will be July 1 at 4 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle G. Coker, Reporter —SPJST-
81, Needy le reports on May meeting Lodge
(Editor's Note: The previous article appeared under the byline of State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz. Thank you for On May 21, 2000, SPJST Lodge 81, noting this correction.) Needville met for their monthly meet—SPJSTing. Thirty-six members and visitors
Old Business President Newman thanked everyone for the workday efforts. As there was no other old business to report, President Newman asked Louis Hanus to come forward. Brother Hanus made a special presentation to the lodge with a beautiful First Step award plaque. Thank you, Brother Hanus. We, at Lodge 81, always welcome you. Under new business, we had a new member join our lodge. Her name is Lindsay Ann Norman. We welcome Lindsay with open arms. I have to take a few moments to say that Lindsay was such a well behaved baby. We didn't hear a peep out of her. After the acceptance of Lindsay into our lodge. Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel announced that the SPJST sign in the front is in dire need of repair. Hence, another workday was announced on May 25 at 8 a.m. We also talked about having our scholarship recipients join us at next month's meeting. They are Lisa Pekar, Gregory Tielke and Audie Wright, Jr. After all new business was finished, Louis Hanus was asked to come forward again to speak to us. He reminded us that doing repairs is considered a fraternal act. He also told us a short story about one of our lodge members who shall remain nameless. Right, Alvin? Next,a visitor, Larry W. Pflughaupt, congratulated our lodge on the support we give to our children. Last, Dorothy Pflughaupt enlightened us on what exactly Peaceable Kingdom is. We voted to make a donation to Peaceable Kingdom. Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel announced that a scholarship donation was dropped off at his house. At this time, I don't know if the donor wishes to be recognized, so we, the SPJST lodge members and future scholarship recipients kindly thank you. Our next meeting is June 18, 2000. It was decided to have baked and fried chicken and sausage. Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee will make arrangements. Members, please remember to bring a side dish and dessert. You might want to put a little
8NESTNIK—Wednesday, June 28, 2000 more in the pot since we will have our scholarship recipients and their families join us. The money prizes went to Edwin Susan, B.W. Tielke, Mary Werner and Anna Tielke. Other prizes brought by Louis Hanus were won by George Abschneider, Johnny Kujawa, Willie Mae Kuykendall, Winifred Susan and Darlene Blinka. Thank you Brother Hanus for the extra prizes and congratulations to all our lucky winners! See you at the June meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST-
87, Temple members enjoy Mother's Day feast Lodge
SPJST Lodge 87, Temple, met on May 9, 2000. After a big thank you to the men of the lodge for their Mother's Day feast, we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a moment of silence for our departed members, especially Julia Chlapek who passed on after a long illness during her 75th year of SPJST membership. The minutes and financial reports were read and approved. We recognized our visitor, Frank Klinkovsky, the Director of District Two. Treasurer Daryl Entrop then read the list of all new members and' terminations since November of 1999. There were 12 new members and 10 terminations. Six new members have joined since January 1 and will be counted toward our incentive award. Director Provides Update
Director Frank Klinkovsky then spoke to us about the proposals to be discussed at the Convention. He suggested that our delegates review our by-laws and prepare comments. He particularly mentioned the new rules about annuities discussed at the last Supreme Lodge Meeting. He also expressed some concern at the slow decrease in number of new insureds. Finally, he mentioned his own candidacy for District Two Director. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Thelma Groppell announced the birthdays of Bertha Capps and her granddaughter Sabrina Capps Stiles. After a rousing rendition of "Happy Birthday," she read us some encouragement in "joining hands" and fostering understanding among the different generations. Our discussion then centered on the various options for Mother's Day meals for our own families. Vice President Lad Zatopek reported on his meeting with the City of Temple during which all pending issues were "put on hold." He expressed his ongoing concern about the state of our shingles inspiring us to ask a roofer to come, evaluate and give an estimate for any needed repairs. We confirmed our convention representation: Norma Alford is First Delegate, serving with Mary Ann Zatopek, Thelma Groppell and Lad Zatopek. Sid Kacir will serve as an alternate for Bertha Capps who was unable to attend. Brother Sid Kacir also reported on the plans for the new
SPJST Library Museum Corporation, which will be presented as part of the amendments to the by-laws regarding Presidential powers. Due to the dates of the SPJST Convention, we postponed our June meeting from the thirteenth until June 20, for which the women planned a Father's Day Feast! Fraternally, Lauren Kacir —SPJST-
88, Houston reports on June meeting Lodge
President Clara Broz opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. King Hegwood, Calvin Orsag and Gene Barcak presented the colors and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes were read and approved. Correspondence was read and two new members and two transfers were voted in as members. The names of four deceased members were also read.
Guest Speaker Leonard Mikeska from the Home Office presented Helen Hegwood, Evelyn Mikeska and Edna Wehring the FIC Quality Service Award. He addressed the members with a forecast of a promising future, touching on the many challenges the SPJST faces. He also encouraged the delegates to begin preparing for the convention in the following week.
Officers Reports President - Clara Broz - She reported on the Homecoming results and thanked everyone who helped with the success of the project. Susan Kelly Broz was presented as a new sales representative and approved. President Broz notified the members that during the June 11 convention week Roberta Johnson would have the office open as usual and Cleburn Lienke would also be available. First Vice President - Marie Stayton - She requested that the Bar Committee carry the flags for June. In that June is National Hug week, Marie asked everyone to hug his or her neighbor. She then read a poem. Secretary Treasurer - Roberta Johnson read the Consolidated Income Statement for April. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Larry Pflughaupt reported the AARP class scheduled for July 13 and 14 and that the cost would be $10. He complimented Jeanette Bender on the new pictures in the lobby case. Youth Leader - Barbara Gonzales reported that the youth are preparing for the District Five Youth Achievement Day to be held June 25 at Lodge 88, Houston. She invited everyone to attend and thanked everyone who contributed to the success of ice cream sale at Homecoming. The Youth Club's profit for the day amounted to $110.50. Sergeant-at-Arms - Johnny Broz read a joke and reported the kitchen will serve barbecue for the meeting. He also thanked everyone who worked in the kitchen during Homecoming.
Committee Reports Entertainment Committee - Betty Theiss reviewed the future dances and invited everyone to enjoy the fun. She also reported .everyone enjoyed the Music Masters at Homecoming. Audit Committee - Marceil Malak reported that the books for March and April were audited and found to be in order. She moved that they be accepted, seconded by Helen Hegwood. Motion carried. Board of Trustees - Cleburn Lincke thanked everyone who helped with various chores around the lodge. These chores included replacing the lights on the outside, replacing ceiling tiles in the Red Room, cleaning up after the installation of the ceiling tiles and replacing the dead tree with grass. Kitchen - Kathy Trefell thanked everyone who worked in the kitchen during Homecoming. Bar Chairman - Lynn Pflughaupt reported the bar is short of help and asked that anyone interested in working to please see him. Blue Room - Pat Bruce thanked everyone who supported the prize drawing held during at the Homecoming. The Blue Room party is set for August 20, 2000, from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. with music by the Knights of Dixie. Social Night Chairman - A.J. Stayton reported that bingo is doing well. He reported the need for a new bingo machine and flasher, which will be covered by the bingo fund. Margaret Allbritton seconded this motion. The motion carried. A.J. called Lowrina Lindemann to report on the Bingo Committee's recommendations for the second quarter donations: • $1,000 to the Paul Beck Wing of the Salvation Army; • $1,000 to the Lodge 88, Houston scholarship fund; • $500 to the Good Samaritan Home; • $500 to the Needville Rest Home. Men's Club - A.J. Stayton reported that a clean-up day was scheduled for the third Wednesday of the month and that twelve more chairs had been repaired. Birthday Club Sisters - Kathy Trefell thanked everyone who brought pastries for Homecoming. For future celebrations, Kathy asked that the members please consider baking kolaches because there had been so many requests. Scholarship Committee - Josephine Pflughaupt reported that scholarship recipient, Sarah Dunlavy, was in attendance. Sarah spoke to the members, thanking them for awarding her the scholarship. Choral Club - Helen Hegwood reported that the Homecoming performance was great and that the group will now take a summer break. Concert Orchestra - Jim Rhode reported the orchestra will take a summer break and he reported on the future performances. District Five Director - Louis Hanus reported that the convention is coming. He asked all delegates to support the 501(c) (3) Library, Archives and Museum project up for approval. He also presented the lodge with a framed picture of past lodge presidents and spoke about each.
District Five President - Evelyn Mikeska reminded the convention delegates to refer to By-Laws and to be careful in their decisions. She reminded everyone about the District Five Fall Meeting scheduled September 17 at Lodge 196, Houston which will include a covered dish dinner. District Five Youth Counselor Marie Stayton reported that District Five Youth Achievement Day will be held June 25 at Lodge 88 and that lunch will be available. Help is needed in tabulation and a craft judge is needed. A pre-camp meeting is scheduled for June 27 to review camp guidelines. Camp will begin July 14. Jeanette Bender reviewed the activities planned. District Five Field Representative Jim Wiest congratulated the participants of the Quality Service National Award which is presented in the United States and Canada. He reported Larry Pflughaupt had a very good month.
New Business There was a question from the floor about the reason for two security guards on Thursday. The question was referred to committee member E.J. Bender. Get well wishes were extended to Tillie Helmcamp, Laura Bell Warnasch and Doris Knapik. Guide Helen Hegwood reported that there were 106 members present. She then led the members in singing "Happy Birthday" to the 20 June birthday celebrants in attendance. Door prizes were presented to Gladys Havemann, Joleen Cook, Georgie Lincke, Barbara Gonzales and Marcil Malek. Additional door prizes donated by Leonard Mikeska and from the Homecoming spinning wheel were won by Johnny Broz, Wilbertha Lacina, Mary Roznovsky, Rose Mikeska, Edna Wehring, Nat Gonzales, Lydia Marsh, E. J. Bender, Elsie Roznovsky, Helen Hegwood Sarah Dunlavy, Celia Koehn, Garry Zalesky, Tom Haney and Margie Anders. The next lodge meeting will be July 10, 2000. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Jo Ann Buri Recording Secretary —SPJST-
88, Houston posts AARP Defenisive Driving class schedule Lodge
AARP Defensive Driving Classes are being sponsored and held at SPJST Lodge No. 88 at 1435 Beall Street at West 15th Street. Anyone who is age 50 or above may attend. Membership in AARP or the SPJST is not required. Completion of the course allows for a ten percent reduction in your auto insurance. The course does not count toward ticket dismissal. Classes for the remainder of the year are scheduled at the Lodge on July 13-14, September 7-8, and November 30 - December 1, 2000.
Wednesday, June 28, 2000—VESTNIK/9 The first class of 2001 will be on February 8-9. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. on the first day, with classes running from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on those Thursdays and Fridays. A course fee of $10 per person is assessed. A minimum of 14 persons is required by AARP to hold a class. Reservations may be made by calling the lodge office at (713) 869-5767 between the hours of 8:00 am and 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Information regarding other classes and their locations may be directed to the AARP Instructor, Mr. Joe Rosel at (713) 464-6474. Fraternally, Larry W. Pflughaupt Fraternal Affairs Coordinator —SPJST-
88, Houston reports on lodge, member activities Lodge
Dear members and friends, Our dances for July are as follows: Saturday, July 1 Bobby Jones Polka and Variety Music $6 each Hostess - Era Richards Saturday, July 8 Manny Green Big Band Music - Dress Code $11 each Hosts - Shirley O,Brien and Harold Waits Saturday, July 15 Central Texas Sounds Polka and Variety Music $6 each Hosts - Anna Bell and Charlie Viet Saturday, July 22 Otis Claxton Big Band Music - Dress Code $11 each Hostess - Joline Cook Saturday, July 29 No Dance We went to the SPJST Convention in Temple this month. It was an "eye opener" for me and seemed to be enjoyed by all who attended. The officers remained the same except for the Vice President, which Gene McBride won by acclamation, following Leonard Mikeska's retirement. On Monday night, there was a fish fry and dance. We didn't go but heard it was great. We had a banquet on Tuesday night with entertainment provided by the SPJST youth. There was representation by each of the seven districts. They were all very good performers. King Hegwood gave us quite a scare. He was taken to the Scott & White emergency room by his son, Vincent, and it was determined that he has gall stones and kidney stones. He will go to his doctor here in Houston tomorrow. We also understand that one of the convention delegates fell and had to have brain surgery the next day. These things happen; still, we pray that these members will both be okay. Josephine Koeppen has had surgery and is still in the hospital. Delores Krampota has been in the hospital, has had a stent put in one of her heart arteries, but is doing fine. Let's remember them in our prayers.
Who Is It? She was born on April 7, 1905 in Fayetteville, Texas. She went to school in Fayetteville, Texas and attended St. John Catholic Church, Fayetteville, Texas. She attends All Saints Catholic Church in Houston. She was married on April 14, 1924 at St. John's and has two daughters. This lady has been at the lodge about 50 years. She is an honorary member of the Birthday Club. I'm sure that she has baked many cakes and pies for the lodge. She and her husband worked in the kitchen for many years. Their lives were centered around their children. They travelled a lot and had happy lives together. She is now 95 years old and doing fine. Who Is It? She is Clara Jecmenek. Her children are Kathleen Durtscki and Evelyn Walker. If you are headed in the wrong direction, God allows u-turns. Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Vice President —SPJST-
92 Ladies' Circle reports on June meeting
Holland, Ruby Robbins and Tommy Dillard. A reminder, ladies, do not bring door prizes next month. Instead, bring a paper bag gift for our bag drawing game. I am looking forward to seeing everyone at next month's meeting on Tuesday, July 11, 2000—same time, same place. Tell your friends about the Lodge 92 Fort Worth Ladies' Circle; we need some new members. Respectfully submitted, Betty Lindsay Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
160, San Angelo meets July 9 Lodge
The regular quaterly meeting of Lodge 160, San Angelo will be held Sunday, July 9 at 2 p.m. at St. Ambrose Church in Wall. Please plan to attend. Fraternally, Cindy Martin, Secretary —SPJST-
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The Fort Worth SPJST Lodge 92 Ladies' Circle met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at the National Hall with 28 members, two men, guest, Jennifer Hein from Austin and Bill McClendon present. Jennifer is Martha Boenich's granddaughter. Vice President Mary Ann Gibson started the meeting at 10:30 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary Betty Lindsay read the minutes for May and were approved after correcting a mistake: All the birthday members listed were for the month of May and not June; sorry, ladies. A sympathy letter from Angela Castel! was acknowledged. Treasurer Evelyn Spacek gave her Sunshine report for May. Anna Lesikar has been very sick and she needs our prayers. Thanks to all the hostesses who worked in the kitchen this month. A special thanks to Elizabeth Howard and Mona Lee Hattendorf for helping during the absence of two of the June hostesses. The July hostesses will be Billy Jean Lewellen, Ruby Gilmore, Estella Hurtik and Mary Ann Gibson. New Business In July, the ladies are to bring a gift in a paper bag. The bags will be numbered and tickets will be sold for the drawing of a bag prize with a limit of two bag prize per person. Jo said she will help coordinate the bag game. All donations will be a contribution to the Ladies' Circle sounds like fun! Joyce Tesar announced the Sunday, June 19 Father's Day dance from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Then on Sunday, July 2, there will be country/western music with Gary Lee from 3 On. until 7 p.m. This band is great. See you there. Birthdays for June are Ruby Robbins, Helen Kubala, Tommy Dillard, Nancy Paprskar, Rudolph Koci, Jr., Christine Zich, Robyn Brownlee, Frankie Tesar and Judy West. Door prize winners were Jeane
179, Warrenton reports on June meeting Lodge
Warrenton Lodge 179 held its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 8 at the Lions Building in Carmine. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary Kunkel gave his report and Joan Goehring gave a report for Treasurer Bea Vasek. Reading of correspondence followed. Among those attending, no one reported a birthday or wedding anniversary. A discussion was held on candidates seeking election at the convention. Our next meeting will be on July 13. Sandwiches will be served and members attending are asked to bring chips, dips, deviled eggs, desserts, etc. Ora Lee Levien, Reporter —SPJST-
180, Burleson reports on June meeting Lodge
Lodge 180 held it regular scheduled meeting on June 7. Lodge business and reports were taken care of. Our President John Hilcher announced to the members that he is running for District Three Director. Mr. Hilcher is eager to become more involved in SPJST. He wants to help SPJST enter the new millennium, promote and expand the potential of this organization. Mr. Hilcher, we at Lodge 180 wish you the best and our support and as the old saying goes, may the best man win. We wish to thank Mark Carpenter the Johnson County Commissioner, for helping the lodge remove a tree that fell during the recent storm. We appreciate his act of fraternalism. The PeeWee Football Association will have place to practice and play. The lodge has agreed to lease out
adjoining acreage to the association on a year by year basis. The association will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the filed. Rhonda Hurtik presented to the members on behalf of the Maypearl INXS soccer team a framed photo of the team and coach accompanying appreciating for sponsoring the team this year. Maypearl INXS, we thank you for a job well done and it was our pleasure to have been your sponsor. The Maypearl Diamond Back baseball team has hit a home run. They won their game on June 6. The score was Maypearl 18, Avalon 11. Way to go team! Keep up the good work. Remember, good teamwork and sportsmanship is the name of the game. Here it is June and what do we have here?—birthdays! We can't let June go by without wishing our members Joe Hurtik, Jr and young Brandi Holder happy birthday. We hope your day is special with many more to come. And let's us not forget Father's Day on June 18. Happy Father's Day to all of our special guys. Lodge 180 also wants to wish George Hurtik of Fallbrook, California a Happy Father's Day. We hope you enjoy receiving the Vestnik and that I keep you informed of the SPJST and news from Texas. Enjoy your day, Uncle George. The door prize was won by Julia Deuser. Hey, Julia! What is your secret? Or do you just have all the luck? Our next meeting has been moved back to July 12 at 6 p.m. so it will not conflict with the Fourth of July activities. We will be anxiously waiting for our delegate, Estelle Hurtik to report on the SPJST Convention. Hope to see everyone at the meeting. Ann Sammet, Reporter —SPIST-
183, Arlington reports on recent lodge activities Lodge
Hello, everyone! I am so sorry I haven't written in so long, but I will try to make up for it in this letter. First, I must point out that our new insurance sales person, Tom Taylor is dong an outstanding job. He is selling insurance and getting us new members like crazy. We are so pleased with his performance! You will be hearing a great deal about Tom Taylor. Last I heard, he was third in sales in the state of Texas. We are so proud of you, Tom. A couple of things to note in the May meeting held on May 8, 2000 follow: I would like to note the passing of B.J. Hlavaty. He was a past president of Lodge 183 and in fact was the man who wrote my policy. He was kind man who worked hard for our lodge. Although belated, our sympathies go out to his family. He was buried in West and his funeral was attended by several of our members. We have not purchased a copy machine yet, but we are looking at new chairs and tables for our lodge. Family night was the 26th of May and I understand that the fajitas served were better that a restaurant. As a matter of fact I had one a couple of days later and it was terrific! Thank you, Arthur, for your work in the kitchen. You are welcome to cook for our lodge any time you wish! After our meetings, we have
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been having great snacks, cold cuts, ice cream, etc. and on May 8, I, Shelby Sill actually won the door prize. So it does pay to come to the meetings! Another one of our past presidents, Inez Elenora Wasek Greenlees was married on May 6 to Louis Henry Grochoske. The wedding was small, but was a beautiful and grand event. It was held at the home of a former co worker in Grand Prairie. Inez wore a stunning cream full length peau de soire gown with matching jacket and elbow length gloves and shoes to match. Louis wore a dark suit with accessories to match his bride' s ensem ble. The food was delicious and abun dant as well. There were sandwiches, fruit, homemade cookies and wonder ful bride and groom's cakes prepared for the wedding by relatives from out of town. The wedding will be remem bered by wonderful photographs taken by a professional photographer and by close friends and family. Congratulations to the happy couple! I am sad to report that one of our dearest friends, Helen Sulak is ill. Helen is a wonderful and warm indi vidual. Our prayers are with Helen, Wesley and their family during this dif ficult time. Helen is the fast food cook for our game nights. She has worked two nights a week for about five years. She's a great person and great cook. We are thinking about her a great deal. Several of our members will be attending the convention this week. We want a full report of all the fun when they return!
June Meeting Report The meeting for June was held a week early due to the convention. It was held on June 5, 2000. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was observed for our sick and ailing members and friends, notably, Helen Sulak and another friend of our lodge, Horace Ward. Horace is in the hospital in Fort Worth and our prayers are with him and his wife, Sylvíne. Roll call of officers was taken. Everyone was present. We discussed many things, one of which is the Fourth of July festivities. We will be having watermelon at the hall in the afternoon if you wish to attend. We are looking at tables and chairs to buy. We will be informed by our trustees about that matter during the next meeting. The kitchen and bar reports were read, but we did not have a treasurer's report because we had not yet received the bank statements. We will have two treasurer's reports next month. Cecil Phillips, one of our· trustees, looked into the cost of some land behind the lodge, but that was tabled until further notice. But thank you, Cecil, for checking. Daniel Roznovsky, our only dele gate, filled us in on some of the discus sions that were brought up at the dele gate' s meetings. Last I heard, we had five people attending the convention our president and second vice presi dent, Johnny Adamek, Dorothy Adamek and Daniel Rosnovsky and his wife, Mary Ann and our Sales Representative Tom Taylor. To all of the members that have been working so hard on game nights and rentals and helping out around the lodge and cooking on family nights,
thank you for your labor and time. Because· of you, we are really a suc cess. And again, thank you, Tom Taylor, for your hard work. Hope to see everyone at the dance in November which I will be reporting on in the future. · Finally, we are short on game night help. If you would like to work, please call our President Johnny Adamek at the lodge at (817) 465-8538. Until next time ... Shelby K. Sill -SPJST-
Lodge 187, Round Rock hosts dinner for Grande Court Dear Members, On May 6, the members of Lodge 187 hosted the residents of The Grande Court of Round Rock with a covered dish and music a good time was enjoyed by all. Door prizes were given. Fraternally yours, Rose Marie Etheredge Reporter -SPJST-
Lodge 191, Lufkin anniversary dance set for July 15 Due to July 4 being on the first Tuesday of the month, our July busi ness meeting will be on Tuesday, June 27 at 7 p.m.
Coming Soon Remember our anniversary dance will be on July 15 at 8 p.m. Members are admitted free and need to bring fin ger foods. Guests are welcome at reg ular price. SPJST members extend our sympa thy to Joel and his family on the loss of Seale. She will be missed, but she left us many wonderful memories. -SPJST-
Dallas Circle of Czech Women report on June meeting Our meeting was called to order by President Bertha Podhrasky. Faye Wright led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and we remained standing for a moment of silence in memory of Calving Chervenka, husband of Mildred and stepfather of Diane Oates; distant relative of Esther Cunningham and Ruth Chmelar; Robert Sebesta, cousin of Esther Cunningham and Velma Mares, aunt of Esther Cunningham; Bobby Long, cousin of Eileen Jakubowski. Bertha welcomed 22 members, six men guests and one visitor, Brenda Cates, daughter of Faye Wright. The minutes and treasury report were accepted as read. Vice President Eileen Jakubowski
reported our speaker for the June meeting. Heidi Davis was unable to come because she was called to report for jury duty. She will come next spring. If there are any herbs you would like to know about, contact Eileen and she will let Heidi know. Eileen also said we would have speakers for our next meetings. In August, Beverly Godbey, attorney will speak on "How to hire and fire your lawyer." Eileen also reported that Betty Stegall brought the door prize of African violets in a vase and a silver tray. Chances were sold and drawn. I am sorry; I do not know who won the violets. Esther Cunningham won the tray. Thanks to the donors; this is a good way to make extra money. Feel free to bring a prize for the door prize. After some discussion and revi sions of the by-laws, a motion was made and seconded that we accept the new by-laws. We will discuss exchange visits of the Krouzeks and the visit to Granbury at the next meeting. Sunshine Chairperson Georgia Brozek sent get well cards to Sidney Bridewell and Justine Pokladník and thinking of you cards to Mary Sebes tik. Donations received were from Sidney Bridewell in memory of her mother and father, Joe and Christine Zemanek. (Sorry, I missed this last month.)
Fort Worth Friendship Club June meeting report
The Czech Culture Society will meet June 20, 2000 at Sokol. We need to replace Viki Kohn and Joyce Ehrenberger as delegates from the Krouzek. This will be discussed at the next meeting. Dallas Ennis Fraternal Council was Monday, June 5 at the Czech Club. The birthdays for June and July were read and happy birthday was sung to these June and July celebrants. Hostesses for June were Sidney Bridewell, Betty Stegall and thanks to Faye Wright who helped them. Hostesses for August are Faye Wright, Ida Fehmer and Evelyn Trojacek. The "do vyhry" gifts were drawn and passed out.
The members of the Friendship Club met on Wednesday, June 7, 2000 with the meeting being called to order by president Jo Prochaska. Thirty-five members were present plus Louis Gage, guest of Jeanie Mason, Mary Schneider and her two granddaughters, Sara and Rachel and Vickie Steinman, guest of Rosie Steinman. the president made everyone feel most welcome and all enjoyed the great music by Joe Kozel on the accordion. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Linda Lewis, Secretary, read the min utes from the previous meeting and Lydia Alholm, Treasurer, gave the trea surer' s report. Both reports were accepted as presented. I failed to mention in my last report that Billie Horten joined the Club in May .. Glad to have you, Billie. Everyone was saddened to learn of the death of Camille Bolcer's son last week. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you Camille and may his soul rest in peace. Sunshine Chairperson Linda Horner reported get well cards were sent to Robert Boker, son of Camille, Lena Norman, Roy Alholm and Anna Lesikar; a sympathy card was sent to Camille Bolcer on the loss of her son, Robert; and a thinking of you card was sent to Mary Pavey in Alabama. A discussion was held on the eating out in August. Ryan's Steak House on Cherry lane was selected and Alice Barnes will make the arrangements. The singing of "Happy Birthday" went out to June celebrant of Tommy Dillard. Tommy was also a June host ess so we had to get her out of the kitchen so that we could sing to her. President Jo reminded Elsie Anders that she will be chief hostess in July, however, several members volunteered to assist. Door prizes were brought by Rosie Steinman and Anna Johnson with Rose Nieswiadomy and Georgia Davidson being the lucky winners. It was like Christmas in June, as we had our little gift exchange. We sure do like getting presents.
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Annie Staglik is in CCC Young for . therapy; Justine Pokladník is at home now and is improving; Alice Roberts reported Mary Sebestik has been moved to a nursing home closer to Alice; Mildred Chervenka is at Drs. Hospital and Florence Peressenyi is at home and recovering. Hope they all are on the road to recovery. We adjourned with our first presi dent, Dolfi Stransky's quotation, "Mej Te Se Vzdyck Radi"-Always Love One Another. A blessing was said by Faye Wright and we adjourned to a lovely covered dish luncheon. No meeting for July. Our next meeting is August 3, 2000. We hope the ones going to the Czech Republic for the Slet have a safe journey. Hope you have a safe holiday and hope to see you in August. Evelyn Cechan Reporter -SPJST-
Anna Johnson is still on cloud nine from the surprise 80th birthday party her granddaughters gave her on May 27. It was a beautiful party at the Sokol with all her Fort Worth family and sev eral family members coming form Louisiana, plus all of the Friendship Club and her many other friends. It was quite a large party with a wonderful meal catered by Patti Gage. Everyone had a great time. .Carrie Milan and daughter, Carolyn Cleveland, traveled to Louisiana recent ly. Carolyn said they were going to see some pretty gardens, but we know bet ter. Hope you'll came back big winners. Ima Lou LaPlanťs great grandson, Chance Moore, had emergency surgery at Cooks Children Hospital recently. He is home now and doing fine. Get well soon, Chance. Elsie Anders had a great time attend ing the Anders family reunion recently in South Texas. ,,f: · '. Annie Whitsell's two-year-old great grandson, D ..J. Huddleston, had surgery '
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Wednesday, June 28, 2000---VESTNIK/11 on his hand. Hope all is better and not interfering with your play time. Lt. Mark Nieswiadomy spent three and one half weeks with grandmother, Rose Nieswiadomy recently. She certainly enjoyed the visit. Mark is in the naval marines and will be stationed in Corpus Christi. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Nieswiadomy. After 18 years as secretary-treasurer of the Pleasant Run Ex-Students and Teachers Association, Colleyville, Texas, Lydia Alholm declined the office at the 25th reunion on Saturday, June 10, 2000. In 1997, she was given a plaque in recognition for her dedication to the association. Frank and Merel Kovar were missed this month; hope you are just vacationing out of town and not ill. Also, anna Sustala's jokes were missed and we missed you, too, Anna. Rosie Steinman, Sharron Connelly and I participated in the Sokol District Slet in Dallas on June 4. We especially enjoyed seeing old friends from Corpus Christi, Houston, Ennis, West, Dallas and Yukon, Oklahoma. Yukon had a great group of girls singing and dancing Czech songs and dances. My thanks go out to Agnes Reznicek for the dumplings and jar of blackberry jelly. Down on the farm in Bardwell, my parents always had a row of blackberries in the field. It wasn't much fun picking the blackberries because of all the thorns, but we sure did enjoy the blackberry pies and jelly mother used to make. Our June hostesses were Janie Cepica, Martha Clifton, Gertrude Dawson and Tommy Dillard. As usual, they did a great job and we had such a wonderful lunch with lots of fried chicken and two very tasty chicken casseroles. Everything as good. The next meeting will be July 5 at 10:30 a.m. a St. Thomas Parish Hall. Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST-
In Memoriam Expression
of Sympathy The officers and members of SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje wish to express our sincere, heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed sister, MILADA DARILEK SRALLA, age 91, who died Friday, April 14, 2000. She was born December 27, 1908 in Lavaca County to the late Joseph and Milada Anna Zalman Darilek. She was a homemaker,. a member of the KJZT and SPJST Lodge 40. Survivors include daughter, Georgia Ann Henderson of Louise; sons, James Sralla and Albert Joe Sralla, both of Houston; sisters, Alice Didear of Corpus Christi and Ludmila Wagner of Shiner; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Jim Sralla; parents; sister, Vlasta Effenberger; brothers, Jerome, Army, Adolph and Albert Darilek; grandson, Jerry Lloyd Henderson. Pallbearers were Linda Henderson, Steven Henderson, Lori Kaspar, Jo Danette Watson, Carole Stevens, Donna Sralla, Joni Sralla Turken and James H. Sralla. Burial was in Holy Cross Memorial Park. Triska Funeral Home, El Campo. May our departed sister rest in peace. Fraternally, Tria Molberg, Secretary
Friendship Club plans August 2 social This letter is a reminder that we will not have a regular meeting, but will meet at Ryan's Steak House on Cherry Lane for our annual 'eating out' social on August 2, 2000. Be there at 11 a.m. and you will be greeted by Mary Ann and Joe Kozel. They will give you your meal ticket then you can eat as much as you want. 'The food is always so good, so come hungry and enjoy. I am writing this letter early and will have missed the July meeting as I have traveled to Prague to participate in the Sokol Slet and then stayed for the Czech Summer Study Program. I left early along with Sylvia Laznovsky from Ennis to visit relatives and tour around. We have relatives and friends in a few of the same towns. The Sokol Slet will be on July 1 and 2. Following the slet, I will participate in the study program, try to learn a little Czech and enjoy all the activities offered. I will write more about my trip next time. Looking forward to seeing everyone at Ryan's Steak House on August 2. Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST-
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After retiring in 1987, Brother Green spent his time with local veterans organizations, including the American Legion Post 361, Jack Lummus VFW Post 7106 and as a guard in the Honor Guard for Ellis County, servicing funerals for military comrades. Brother Green was also an active member of Sokol Karel Havlicek Borovsky, Ennis. He served on the building committee for the current facility, as a member of the board of trustees, as financial secretary for many years, and served as bingo chairman. He was also an active supporter of our SPJST Lodge 135. Brother Green is survived by his wife, Sarah; one sister, Annie Mae Bean; his children, Stephen Louis Green of Irving, Stephanie Louis Green of Ennis and Laura Lee Green Zalkovsky of Ennis; and four grandchildren, Amanda and Cassi Zalkovsky of Ennis; Alyssa Brightman of Ennis, and Sean Louis Green of Glenn Heights. Visitation was held on Tuesday evening, June 13, at the Keever Funeral Home. Services were held on Wednesday, June 14, at 10 a.m. A luncheon was hosted by the American Legion Post 361 Auxiliary at the post following burial at the Myrtle Cemetery. May our departed brother rest in peace. Sylvia Laznovsky, Secretary
The officers and members of Lodge 135, Ennis, Volna Cechie, wish to express their deepest sympathy to the family of Brother LOUIS GREEN. Brother Green, 72, died Monday, June 12, 2000. He was born July 7, 1928, in Frankston, Texas, near Athens. Born to Doc C. and Minnie Lee McCoy Green, he was the youngest of five children. He attended schools in Corsicana, Waxahachie and Athens. He joined the military on October 16, 1946 and served as a clerk for one year before reporting to Fort Scott, California to depart for Korea where he served as an MP for 14 months. He then joined a tank crew as a member of the "Mounted Assault Team," were he fired mounted machine guns and cannons and also received the WWII Victory Medal for service. After his discharge in October 1949, Mr. Green attended Texas Christian University. While in college he worked for the Tarrant County Sheriff's Department for two years. He met Sarah Catherine Haizlip and they were married August 5, 1955. They resided in Dallas while Brother Green began a service of 30 years to Sears, Roebuck & Co., as the head automotive buyer for North and South America.
In Memory
Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 92 in Fort Worth, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed sister, MARTHA MIDDLETON-MURPHY, age 56, a homemaker, who died on Wednesday, June 7, 2000 in Fort Worth. Graveside service was at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 12 in Laurel Land Memorial Park. Visitation was from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 11 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Martha Middleton-Murphy was born on July 7, 1943 in Fort Worth. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. She was a beautiful and charming person and always had a warm and caring smile. Survivors include a son, John H. Murphy, III of Irving; daughter, Michelle Bandy and her husband, James of Fort Worth; granddaughter, Melissa Bandy of Fort Worth; parents, Howard and Oveta Middleton of Fort Worth; brother, Tommy H. Middleton of Fort Worth; sister, Melody Leeder of Fort Worth; former husband, John H. Murphy of Arlington; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Laurel Land Funeral Home of Fort Worth was in charge of arrangements. May our departed sister rest in peace. Resolution Committee Mona Lee Hattendorf Victoria Murphy Christine Zich
of Lydia Eiben Lydia Eiben, 87, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2000. She was preceded in death by her parents Fritz and Lena (Prinz) Henze; brother, Walter Henze; husband, Walter Eiben; daughter, Joyce Meier; and son, Franklin Eiben. Survivors are her sister, Frances Krieg and sister in-law, Alice Henze; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Lydia was a member of the St. Peter's Church of Christ in Coupland, Texas. She was a member of Sons of Herman in Coupland and also a member of the SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin. Funeral services were held on Monday, May 29, 2000 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's United Church of Christ in Coupland. Pallbearers were Kevin Krieg, Ryan Nelson, Chris Noles, Chad Pettiette, Kevin Spears and Chase Woodard. Honorary pallbearers were Charles Eiben, Gene Henze, Dennis Krieg, Glen Krieg, Austin Meier, Corbin Pettiette, Greg Stifflermire and Chance Woodard. May our departed sister rest in eternal peace and may her memory remain among us forever. Resolution Committee Dollie Hajda Lazelle Wuthrich Evelyn Gustafson —SPJST-
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of Jannie Dorothy Kelarek Jannie Dorothy Kelarek, age 75, passed away at her home in Houston on May 16, 2000. Funeral services were held on May 19 at Brookside. Funeral Chapel with burial at Brookside Memorial Park. Ms. Kelarek was born April 18, 1925 to John and Silvie (Kostka) Kelarek. She was a lifelong resident of Houston and retired from the Texas Department of Human Services. She died on her father's birthday and was buried on her mother's. She looked forward each week to receiving and reading the Vestnik and among her belongings were a number of articles she had saved including those written by her aunt, Karla Kraft and a June 1952 souvenir issue of the Vestnik.
Surviving Ms. Kelarek are her sister and brother in-law, Silvie and Lawrence Gaventa of Kingwood, Texas; aunt, Lillie Kostka of Dickenson, Texas; and numerous cousins. Silvie Gaventa —SPJST-
12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 28, 2000
Resolution of Sympathy We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge 154 and friends, express our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of MARY NOVAK NESMITH, a homemaker, who died Sunday, June 4, 2000. She was 88. Funeral services were at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6 at St. Andrew Catholic Church. Burial was at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Rosary was at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 5 at 7 p.m. at Thompson's Harveson and Cole Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of St. Mary of Namur, 909 West Shaw, Fort Worth, 76110. Mary NeSmith was born December 8, 1911 in Bomarton. She was a resident of Fort Worth since 1930. She was a charter member of St. Andrew Catholic church and she was a lifelong member of SPJST and KJZT. She assisted her husband, H.E. Nesmith, in their business, NeSmith Office Furniture for 25 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, H.E. NeSmith. Survivors include daughters, Sr. Miriam NeSmith, S.S.M.N., Judy Briscoe and husband, Bob; grandson, Gabe Briscoe and wife, Priscilla; greatgranddaughter, Isabel Briscoe; sister,
Martha Novak, Seymour; and many nieces and nephews. We will miss her and may our departed sister and friend rest in peace. Resolution Committee Jeanie Mason Carrie Milan Rose Steinman —SPJST-
Memory of Emil J. Pesek n
Emil Joseph Pesek, who resided at 604 Herder Avenue, passed away on Tuesday, April 18 at 3:40 p.m. at St. Luke's Hospital in Houston. He died of heart failure after a two-year illness. He was 81 years, seven months and four days. The funeral was held at St. Rose Catholic Church on Thursday, April 20 at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Tim Kosler officiating. Entombment was in the St. Rose Catholic Mausoleum. Pallbearers were grandsons, Darin Florianic of Dallas and Kevin, Neil and Ron Watson, all grandsons from Rockne, and Stanley Pesek and Johnnie Balcar, both nephews from Schulenburg. Members of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars served as honorary pallbearers. Taps was played by Ronnie Hranicky.
Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of April, 2000 Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock Certificate Of Deposit EDP Equipment Hardware EDP Equipment Software SPJST Scholarship Fund Dividends Annuities Annuities Withdrawal Expense Bond Interest Certificate Loan Interest CD Interest Mtg. Loan Interest Royalties and Minerals Prem. Income Pd-Up-Additons Application Fee Premiums Office Rent-Income Death Claims Death Claims-Annuities Annuities 401-K Flex Annuities Withdrawals Bonus JT-Certs. Refund To Lodges Premium Refund to Members Surrender Value UL Surrenders UL Surrender Charges District Allocations Convention Museum Operating Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Workshop Youth Activities Mortgage Loan Expense Decrease In Bonds By Amort. State Exam Audit Actuary Advertising/Promotional Appraisal Expense Commissions Contributions
DEBITS 384,735.83
CREDITS 178,782.87
2,064.51 99,049.38 200,001.68 73.00 150.47 5,763.88 7,836.44 185,670.96 901.97 234,484.60 5,943.15 1.68 202,817.17 7,289.05 41,700.02 5,468.68 245,091.81 6,000.00 78,661.15 92,746.41 4,952.44 3,912.15 355,050.10 91.32 509.50 56,408.16 19,635.42 19,653.19 1,048.60 4,500.00 2,814.90 57.26 3,390.96 10,000.00 130.35 15,129.91 399.58 171.88 4,088.19 15,970.70 14,232.59 1,974.76 32,061.29 4,469.10
On Wednesday, April 19, the American Legion and VFW held services at 7 p.m. at SchwenkeBaumgarten Funeral Home followed by a rosary at 7:30 p.m. led by the Reverend Peter Kaplinski. Born at Komensky on November 22, 1918, he was the son of Frank and Mary (Rubish) Pesek. He attended St. Rose School through the eighth grade and earned an associate's degree in business administration from Blinn College in 1956. On November 12, 1940, he married Martha Holub at St. Rose Church. Mr. Pesek entered the Marine Corps in 1945, serving in the Pacific. He was awarded the World War II Occupation medal and received a GCM discharge in 1946. A lifelong resident of Schulenburg, Mr. Pesek worked at Carnation Co. for 37 years, serving as plant foreman for 17 years. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 67 which he served as president and secretary for many years. Mr. Pesek was an avid gardener and enjoyed cooking. He was self-educated in many traits and skills. Survivors include his wife; two daughters and sons in-law, .Elgia and Harvey Florianic of Houston and Maydell and Johnny Goertz of Rockne; two sisters, Agnes Salas of Weimar and Adella Zapalac of Schulenburg; five grandchildren (two with spouses), Neil and Kristi, Amy and Kevin Goertz and Ron and Lisa Watson, all of Rockne, District Youth Counselors Society Automobile Expense Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Liabiltiy Ins. Legal Service Expense Medical Exams Office Maintenance Office Rent Expense Committee Meetings Organizational Expense Postage Salaries SPJST Cookbook Project SPJST State Charity Project SPJST B-B-Q Charity Project SPJST Convention Brochure Office Supplies Supreme Lodge Meeting Tax: FICA, TEC and FUTA Telephone Travel Directors Travel Officers Travel—State Filed Manager/SFR Travel Editor Dist. Frat. Act. Coordinator Research and Development Home Account Expense
and Darin Florianic of Dallas; and two great-grandchildren, Amanda Goertz and Grace Watson, both of Rockne. Preceding him in death were his parents; a grandson, Keith Goertz; two brothers, Jeff and Jerome Pesek; and two sisters, Albina Zapalac and Rosie Gawky. —SPJST-
n Memory of Annie Vajdak Mrs. Annie Vajdak, 93, a longtime resident of Snook, passed away Friday, April 21, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan. Mrs. Vajdak was born August 16, 1906 in Seaton, Texas, the daughter of the late Charles and Anna Mucha Sefcik. She was married to Henry Vajdak, Sr. in Temple, Texas on October 3, 1928. Mrs. Vajdak was homemaker and member of the Snook Brethren Church, Christian Sisters and a longtime member of the Snook SPJST, Lodge 9. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and was known to everyone as grandma. Grandma loved to cook for everyone and not only did she love to cook, she would also go to the trouble of fixing something that each person liked. 2,301.52 1,868.23 24,659.46 11,773.83 10,270.40 373.85 3,833.12 9,913.09 6,000.00 3,036.89 4,370.20 5,215.09 97,476.10 141.20 40.00 75.00 325.00
1,964.15 1,821.12 5,431.69 2,256.46 1,129.56 2,441.64 1,634.33 58.23 15.14 5,439.01 3,716.30 $ 1,634,160.59
Cash Balance 3-31-2000 Credits Debits
$ 2,049,676.62 1,129,307.09 1,634,160.59
Cash Balance 4-30-2000
$ 1,544,823.12
Assets: Cash Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Stock Certificate Of Deposit Home Office Building EDP Equipment Furniture and Office Equipment Total Assets
$ 1,544,823.12 93,287,469.45 32,957,751.48 2,183,324.64 2,828,759.82 463,485.92 650,358.28 159,425.30 114,855.07
$ 134,190,253.08 Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary —SPJST-
$ 1,129,307.09
Wednesday, June 28, 2000—VESTNIK/13 She was true to her Czech heritage and loved talking to her friends in her native language. If you walked into her pantry, you would find very few things bought. She made everything she could even her ketchup was homemade — not to mention that she loved to put up canned goods out of her one acre garden. The only assistance she wanted was for the boys to plow up her garden so she could plant and care for it. Grandma lived a hard, but happy life after their first year of farming in Snook they had earned enough money to purchase a phonograph which by the way still plays today. You never entered her home to find her in a bad mood; she always had a smile for everyone. Her grandchildren learned to appreciate hard work on the Vajdak farm. Grandma made sure you had a hand in everything even if it was as simple as milking her cow. You see, she had a milk cow up until the time she went into the hospital. She shared with those who were interested in learning the art of making good kolaches and how to crochet; she was crocheting at the age of 16 with any string she could find. Grandma loved to go the Snook Bakery on Saturday mornings to help make fresh kolaches and visit with her friends where you would only hear words of the Czech language spoken. Grandma will always be in our hearts for everyone who came in contact with her was blessed. She is preceded in death by her par-
ents; husband on January 16, 1986; one son, Richard Vajdak on August 16, 1989; one brother, Charlie Sefcik of Temple; two sisters, Bertha Bartek and Adela Motl both of Temple; two grandsons, Moody John and Bobby Ray Faust both of Snook; one great-granddaughter, Naomi Ruth Collins of Snook. Survivors include two daughters and sons in-law, Lydia and Moody Faust of Snook, Margie and Larry Nohra of Lockhart; three sons and four daughters in-law, Henry and Darlene Vajdak, Walter and Marcia Vajdak, Edward and Carolyn Vajdak and Mary Ann Vajdak, all of Snook; one sister, Marie Janicek of Temple; one sister in-law, Alice Sefcik of Temple; seventeen grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. A prayer service was held at 7 p.m., April 23, Easter Sunday at Strickland Funeral Home in Somerville. Funeral Services were held at 2 p.m., Monday, April 24 from Snook Brethren Church with Reverends Joseph Polacek, Henry Beseda and John Gant officiating. Interment followed in Snook Cemetery with Mrs. Vajdak's grandsons serving as pallbearers, Billy, Kenneth, Ricky, Randy and Bradley Vajdak all of Snook, Steve Vajdak of Stanwood, Washington and Larry Nohra, Jr. of Lockhart, Texas. The family of Mrs. Annie Vajdak —SPJST-
Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of May, 2000 Current
Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock Certificate Of Deposit EDP Equipment Hardware SPJST Scholarship Fund Profit/Loss On Sale Of Bonds Dividends Annuities Annuities Withdrawal Expense Bond Interest Certificate Loan Interest CD Interest Mtg. Loan Interest Royalties and Minerals Increase In Bonds By Amort. Prem. Income Pd-Up-Additons Application Fee Premiums Office Rent-Income Death Claims Death Claims-Annuities Annuities 401-K Flex Annuities Withdrawals Matured Endowments Refund To Lodges Premium Refund to Members Surrender Value UL Surrenders UL Surrender Charges Convention Museum Operating Expense Vestnik Youth Activities Mortgage Loan Expense Decrease In Bonds By Amort. Reinsurance State Exam Audit Actuary Advertising/Promotional Appraisal Expense Commissions Outside Legal Service Expense Contributions District Youth Counselors
DEBITS 337,237.92 539,369.63 37,837.21 27,366.13
CREDITS
61,298.48 85.00 783.00 10,435.34 2,846.06 212,986.60 1,719.88 769,611.84 19,117.40 1.52 238,446.35 7,602.40 1,079.14 40,027.84 5,190.00 276,318.78 6,000.00 53,030.00 61,773.15 4,952.44 9,712.48 237,509.81 8,620.00 212.50 56,765.43 32,656.78 52,343.87
We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth, Texas, on behalf of the entire membership, wish to express sincere sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed sister, FLORA LOCKE KOCI, age 89, a retired teacher, who died Monday, March 6, 2000 at a North Richland Hills Care Center. Visitation was on Thursday, March 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mount Olivet Funeral Home. The funeral was on Friday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m. at Mount Olivet Chapel. Burial was in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Flora Koci was born November 25, 1910 in Wynnewood, Oklahoma. She was a member of Richland Hills Christian Church, a 50-year member of SPJST Lodge 92, a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 684, member of AARP, Pythian Sisters and Ladies of the Nile. She was also a member of Alpha Delta Kappa. She received her bachelor's degree from Southeastern University in Durant, Oklahoma and her master's degree from TCU in Fort Worth. Flora was the first member of SPJST Lodge 92 that was not of Czech heritage. She was also a reporter at one time for the Ladies Circle and was the first youth leader of Lodge 92. Society Automobile Expense Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Membership Dues Office Maintenance Office Rent Expense Committee Meetings Organizational Expense Postage Salaries SPJST Cookbook Project SPJST State Charity Project SPJST B-B-Q Charity Project SPJST Convention Brochure Office Supplies Tax: FICA, TEC and FUTA Telephone Travel Directors Travel Officers Travel—State Field Manager/SFR Travel Editor Travel—State Frat. Act. Coordinator Travel—State Youth Director Research and Development Home Account Expense
She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Joe Koci; a son, William Robert Koci and a brother, Joe Locke. Survivors include grandchildren, Sasha Llewellyn and her husband, Charles of Fort Worth, David Koci and Mathew Koci of Fairview, Tennessee; great-grandchild, Alexis Llewellyn of Fort Worth; daughter in-law, Connie Koci of Fairview, Tennessee; niece Mary Kay Andrews of Edmond, Oklahoma; nephew, James Locke of Kingston, Oklahoma; sister in-law, Florence Greer of Hurst; and brother in-law, Rudolph Koci of Berbrook. May our departed sister rest in peace. Resolution Committee Mona Lee Hattendorf Victoria Murphy Christine Zich —SPJST-
2,622.15 4,096.20 10,539.13 5,165.86 1,074.73 300.00 6,224.39 6,000.00 3,325.89 9,483.78 5,507.94 97,518.30 490.24 80.00 5,075.68 115.00 2,798.25 11,557.37 2,403.42 58.84 3,015.33 1,969.71 83.55 139.81 13.95 4,981.54 3,736.53 $ 1,816,425.71
Cash Balance 4-30-2000 Credits Debits
$ 1,544,823.12 1,652,767.39 1,816,425.71
Cash Balance 5-31-2000
$ 1,381,164.80
Assets: 739.70 1,859.67
542.03 204.58 875.73 196.92 5,339.76 89,174.45 11,000.00 6,969.54 20,158.21 3,181.81 26,591.28 207.75 357.75 443.35
Expression of Sympathy
Cash Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Stock Certificate Of Deposit Home Office Building EDP Equipment Furniture and Office Equipment Total Assets
$ 1,381,164.80 93,624,743.37 33,497,121.11 2,221,161.85 2,856,125.95 402,187.44 650,358.28 159,340.30 114.855.07 $ 134,907,058.17
Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary —SPJST-
$ 1,652,767.39
14/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 28, 2000
Reunions Bartek family The Bartek family reunion will be held on Saturday, July 8, 2000 at the Seaton Community Center (Seaton School). Registration will be at 10 a.m. A covered dish meal will be served at 1 p.m. Families are requested to bring some of their favorite foods, enough for their family and their guests. Table service, drinks, bread etc. will be furnished. There will be door prizes, adult raffles and etc. If you can, please bring some of these items to help cover our expenses. It will be greatly appreciated. Submitted by, Nancy Bigon, (512) 365-2862 Ruth Kohutek (254) 983-2261
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Machart family All descendants of the five children of Anton and Maria (Rudolph) Machart are invited to the 44th Machart Reunion on Sunday, August 6, 2000 at the large American Legion Hall in El Campo beginning at 9 a.m. Their five children and their spouses were Marie (Machart) and Vaclav Rab, Frank Machart and Anna (Riha), Vaclav Machart and Maria (Riha), Anna (Machart) and Barta Tesar and Anton Machart and Johanna (Michal). Please bring an auction item or dessert as well as cards, dominoes and table games for entertainment and old photos, family stories, etc. to display. July 22 is the deadline to R.S.V.P. for the catered lunch. We must have the name of each relative planning to attend. There will also be tea, ice and coffee available during the day. Please R.S.V.P. to the reunion secretary, Nancy Rab Pieper, by mail at P.O. Box 63, Liverpool, Texas, 77567-0063 or by phone at (281) 393-1609. Other reunion officers are Melvin Machart of Coldspring, president; Ed Wasek of El Campo, vice president; Eric Wasek of Sugarland, treasurer. Contact any officer if you need more information. —SPJST-
Four holds Youth Achievement Day July 9 at St. Ambrose Hall in Wall District
Dear Members of District Four, I would like to our District Four YA.D, which will be held on Sunday, July 9 at the St. Ambrose Parish Hall in Wall. Royalty, talent, and craft judging will begin at 4 p.m. A meal will be served following the competition. Prizes and awards will he presented after the meal. Viewing of all craft items will follow. 7c.ttf.: and enjoy a fun t'illed time ,`MV talented your %. District Four, Please note the contest has been changed its
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club readying for swim party
in our lodge. We have been working on our group talent, scrapbook, crafts and everything else for YAD. We will be having a swimming party at the end of the month and we have also been planning our camp. I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer! Brooke Craig (12) 6/28/00 —SPJST-
Dear Readers, The youth held their monthly meeting, Friday, June 9 at 7 p.m. The new officers conducted this meeting. The new officers are President, Brittany Angelo; Vice President, Traci Dobecka; Secretary, Brooke Craig; Treasurer, Michael Moore and Reporter, Tyler Angelo. All of the youth are busy getting their crafts ready for District Youth Achievement Day. They are also practicing on their group talent and individual talent. The youth club donated aluminum cans to Oaklawn Baptist Daycare to help defray expenses for the afterschool children to attend Summer Fun USA. The youth club will have a swimming party, Friday, June 30 at West Swimming Pool. About 6 p.m. we will have pizza, drinks and a dessert. Hope to see all of you there. The next youth club meeting will be Sunday, July 2 at 1:30 p.m. We will be discussing the upcoming picnic and camp. Mark your calender for July 2. Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader —SPJST-
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readying for District Three YAD Dear Readers, Everyone is working on their crafts for District Youth Achievement Day. We are also working on the scrapbook and group talent. We practiced on June 14 and 15. We will be practicing again on June 21 and 24. We are going to have a swim party on Friday, June 30 at West Swimming Pool. About 6:00 we will have pizza, drinks and a dessert. Make plans to attend the party. See you there. Fraternally, Traci Dobecka (6/28/00) —SPJST-
Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Youth Club makes ather's Day gifts Dear Readers, usy! usy! Busy! We have been so busy! We made Father's Day gifts for our fathers and for the other fathers
invites members, friends to July 2 family fun day
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Youth Club reports on June meeting Dear Readers, We have been very busy this month. We started our month out with our monthly meeting. Our new officers were happy to finally get to take part in the meeting. As we do every month, we took cakes to the nursing home and we also made gifts for our Fathers for Father's Day. Have a great summer! Bracy Craig (age 6) (6/28/00) —SPJST-
The third annual Snook SPJST Family Fun Day will be held on Sunday, July 2, 2000 at Snook SPJST Hall. The lodge will be serving barbecue. The cost is $5 per plate. Advance tickets are available from youth club members and lodge officers and lodge members. The meal will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a silent auction so come and join the fun and fellowship. The proceeds benefit hall improvements. Submitted by, Ann Schoeneman —SPJST-
Lodge 9, Snook
Youth Club remembers fathers with cards Dear Readers, We had our monthly meeting on June 7 at 6:30 p.m. For craft we made Father's Day cards. We talked about the Family Fun Day on July 2. I was installed as one of the new flag bearers. Sincerely Josef Orsak (6) 6/28/00 —SPJST-
Lodge 9, Snook
Youth Club enters Snookfest float Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Lodge 9, Snook
Dear Vestnik Readers, The Snook Youth Club had a float in the Snookfest parade on June 3. It was called "Grandpa's Garden." We dressed as vegetables. We won second place on our float. It turned out really nice. Fraternally, Kimberly Gaas 6/28/00 —SPJST-
Lodge 9, Snook
Youth Club places flowers in cemetery Dear Readers, Lodge 9 Youth Club had their monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 7. Officers were installed for the new year. We discussed Youth Achievement Day, July Fun Day and camp. We also discussed having a car wash on June 17 at the Snook bank. After the meeting, we took flowers to the Snook Cemetery. Our next meeting is Wednesday, July 5 at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally, Jason Gaas 6/28/00 —SPJST-
Lodge 13, Dime Box
Youth Club schedules talent practices Dear Fellow SPJST Members, Lodge 13 members worked on the Vestnik project and contest from 1 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. on June 11, 2000. The meeting was then called to order by Magan. Erin Jatzlau led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary Tori Langley was not present at the meeting, so Josh Schneider called the roll. There were 22 members present. Youth Leader Carla West read the May meeting minutes. Alicia Ford, treasurer, gave the treasurer's report. The next order of business was discussing old business. All members of Lodge 13 are going to be getting the SPJST tee-shirt designed by Kyle Skrabanek and we were advised to turn in the money for our tee-shirts to Alicia as soon a s possible. All members that had their Youth Achievement Day cards and camp forms ready turned them in. To all members that have not turned in their cards, they must be turned in to Carla West, Sharon Russell or Sherry Lehmann by June 19, 2000. Mrs. Sharon announced the times each YAD talent group would be meet-
Wednesday, June 28, 2000—VESTNIK/15 ing and where. The junior group talents are meeting on June 12 at 5 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. The senior group talents are meeting on June 14 at 6:30 p.m. Mrs. Carla then went over the changes in the rule book for YAD this year. A few changes are as follows: Royalty contestants will get one point
deducted by the judge if you exceed the three minute time limit; talent groups must be appropriate for the age of the performers. We congratulated Erin Jatzlau for being the only member with perfect attendance last year. Erin received a prize for her accomplishment.
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club Presents Scenes from Recent Activities Lodge 30, Taiton members anticipate the presentation of door prizes at the Christmas social.
The July meeting will be a YAD dress practice and supper. The date will be advised. Everyone helped to clean up the hall and the meeting was adjourned by Magan. A few reminders: District YAD is July 16; and State YAD is the first Sunday in August. Any pictures that you have of members in Lodge 13, please give a copy to anyone on the scrapbook committee to be put in the scrapbook. Sincerely, Magan Zimmerhanzel 6/28/00 -SPJST—
new things. Thank you to all the speakers. I also met a lot of new teens from around the the state. Hello to my new friends. Finally, thanks to Melanie and all the staff at the Peaceable Kingdom Retreat and everyone else that made my first year of LIT a very exciting one. Hope to see everyone next year, if not sooner. Fraternally, Randy Trojacek, President —SPJST-
47, Seaton Youth Club reports on June meeting Lodge
Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club join in cemetery clean up State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny congratulates winners of the District Six Christmas Ornament Contest, Kenna Bubela and Travis Krpec, both of Lodge 3 Taiton.
On June 4, 2000 the New Tabor Youth Club , Lodge 17 held their monthly meeting. There were 15 members present, including our new member, Britney Gaas. Visiting was Russell Flanniken. After Susan Skrabanek thanked members for helping in the New Tabor Cemetery clean up, Holly, Ralph and Dillion thanked everybody for their baby shower. Then Crystal Wotipka talked about LIT camp. One Hundred Pennies Scholarship participation awards were given to Robert and Mark Havens. Then $3 was given to everyone who participated in the spring meeting and Holly explained how to put together the scrapbook. Finally, Susan discussed rules and plans for Youth Achievement Day this year. Our July meeting will be held on July 2 at 3 p.m.! Kathryn Skrabanek Reporter 6/28/00 —SPJST-
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84, Dallas Youth Club performs Beseda, present carnations
Dear Readers, On June 2-4, I attended LIT camp for the first time. I had a lot of fun. A few of us from my district got to the camp a little late so we had to sleep in the theater. I learned a lot at LIT camp from the speakers that took time out of their busy schedules to come and teach us
Dear Readers, On Sunday, February 2, Lodge 84 youth and teens visited St. Joseph's nursing home. We performed the Beseda in our costumes and gave red carnations to all the residents. It was an enjoyable day for young and old alike. Sincerely, Marchele Olds (13) 6/28/00 —SPJST-
25, Ennis member first-timer at LIT camp Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club members honor Youth Leader Lisa Bubela, front and center, with a birhday celebration at their March meeting.
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Pictured above are members of the Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club Beseda dancers who particpated in the 25th Annual Czech Fest in Rosenberg. Participants included: Shara Dluhos, Jarrett Dluhos, Jason Kaspar, Danielle Zalman, Megan Marcaurele, Chase Zalman, Bethany Dluhos and Kyle Kaspar.
The June 11, 2000 meeting of Lodge 47 Youth Club was called to order at 4 p.m. by President Crystal Bartek. Nikki Lopez led the Pledge of Allegiance and members reminded standing for a moment of silent prayer. The register was read. There were 11 members present and seven adults. Guests introduced were Lindsey Warren, Sydney Geick and Randall Marek. The minutes were read and approved. Lisa Greger gave the treasurer's report and the balance is $812.99. The charity project for this month will be to donate $25 to the Supreme Lodge. Youth members enjoyed having Coke and pizza for refreshments. Refreshments were served by Amanda Greger. The next meeting will be on July 3, 2000 at 2 p.m. at Lodge 47. The meeting was adjourned at 5 p.m. Heather Franklin 6/28/00 —SPJST-
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Gallery hours Tuesday—Thursday from 1 to 6 p.m. Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other selections of the exhibition are: • Weekday Evening Meal—The Naimpally/Bajekal Family (Konkani) • Christmas Tamala—The Reyes family • Swedish Baking for Santa Lucia Day—Mrs. Carrin Patman.
Residents of St. Joseph's Nursing Home in Dallas received a treat recently when members of the Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club Beseda circle performed for them. Pictured, at right, Jake Zabonik presents carnation to resident.
For more information, contact Dawn Orsak at Texas Folklife Festival Resources (512) 441-9255; e-mail tfr@io.com or visit www.main.org/tfr.
Ing. Zdenka Laskova Phone: 420-2-67102206 Fax: 420-2-72730776 e-mail: zdenka.laskova@ lf3.cuni.cz Applications forms and additional information about the Third Faculty of Medicine and the curriculum in English are also available on the faculty's homepage at: http//www.lf3.cuni.cz . — SPJST-
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LodgeIlas Youth Club members attend LIT retreat Dear Readers, On the weekend of June 2-4, SPJST held its annual LIT Camp. The camp was held at the gorgeous Peaceable Kingdom Retreat Center in Salado, Texas many youth attended eager to become promising leaders. It was surely a time of fun and memories to be remembered for years to come. Fraternally, Jarod Olds (6) 6/28/00 —SPJST-
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Dear Readers, Recently elected Lodge 84 officers for this year are: Teens: President - Jarod Olds Vice Presiden - Jamie Novak Secretary - Michael Kenney Treasurer - Marchele Old4 Sergeant-at-Arms - Rusty Sims Sunshine Committee • rooks Zabojnik Photographer - Mandy Faraizl eporter - Colette Kenney Youth: resident - Leslie Sims Vice President - Jake Zabojnik Secretary - Kayla Kenney Treasurer - Cayla Cloutman
We have a good group of kids and are looking forward to a great year. Fraternally, Marchele Olds (13) 6/28/00 —SPJST-
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club joins KJT lodge in flag ceremony On Monday, June 5 at the KJT Lodge, the Lodge 84 youth and teen groups held a flag ceremony. We, youth, presented a short program commemorating those who passed away in war. We each read a short passage concerning the flag and its heritage. Without those brave souls who suffered in battle, America would not be what it is today. Fraternally, Jarod Olds (16) 6/28/00 —SPJST-
Lodge 177, Academy Youth Club plans San Antonio summer trip The June meeting of Lodge 177, Academy Youth Club was called to order on Sunday, June 11 at 2 p.m. by President Sara Wagner. Courtney Wagner led the Pledge of Allegiance. We had eight members, four visitors
The Third Faculty of Medicine of Charles University in Prague has openings in its English language Master's Program in Medicine. The medical curriculum in English which is parallel to the curriculum in Czech, will admit approximately 50 applicants for the academic year 2000/2001. The six-year program admits students with a secondary education, as well as those with one or more years of university education. A one-year preparatory course is also offered. Since the 1996/97 academic year, the curriculum has undergone major reform, drawing on comparable experience from a number of West European countries and North America and implementing a curriculum based on the principles of integrated and problem-oriented instruction and early contact with patients. Students in the curriculum in English are expected to master the Czech language to such an extent that they are able to communicate with patients and hospital staff by the third year of full time study. The Czech language course is organized by the Faculty of Medicine. For more information about application and entrance examinations, contact one of the following: Assoc. Prof. RNDr. Eva Samcova, Ph.D. Phone: 420-2-67102407 e-mail: eva.samcova@lf3.cuni.cz and three adults present. The youth were reminded about Youth Achievement Day on June 25 at Taylor. Registration will be from 10 to 11 a.m. We will be taking our Youth Club summer trip to San Antonio and New raunfels on July 1 - 2. All forms and money must be turned in to the youth leader by June 28. We will continue to collect items for the Scott and White Thrift Store for our community service project. Please bring all donated items to the July meeting. Happy birthday this month to
Please join the Burleson County Czech Heritage Society, Czech Heritage Museum Society for a genuine Czech dinner and dance with the Vrazels Polka Band on Sunday, October 29, 2000. This event will be held at the SPJST Lodge 186, Caldwell hall (on Highway 36 in Caldwell.) The meal will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the dance following from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Advance tickets are $10 per person (combo dinner and dance); otherwise, dance tickets are $5 per person, only at the door. Door prizes will be given away every one half hour. There will be free entertainment during the meal and an open bar at noon. K.J.T. Society No. 12 will be serving great hamburgers from 1 p.m. till 3 p.m.? For tickets and information, contact members of Burleson County Czech Heritage and Museum Society: (979) 535-4870; (979) 567-4554; (979) 5674121; (979) 567-3390; by e-mail leecl@txcyber.com or Marcella@ teanet. Fraternally, Joe Vavra —SPJST-
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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. Corey Halpain. The meeting was adjourned at 2:34 p.m. Members enjoyed snacks furnished by the youth club. We worked on Vestnik projects and the scrapbook and our group talent practiced their act. Our next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, July 9 at 2 p.m. Hope to see everyone there. Good luck to all members entering YAD. Jordan Lyon (age 13) Reporter 6/28/00 —SPJST-
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Learn Czech With Us 19th lesson. Past Tense. 1. Past Tense in Czech is made up of the past participle and (in the 1st and 2nd person only) the present tense of the verb to be. The past participle is formed from the infinitive by dropping the -t and replacing it by -I. pracoval m. sg. jsem (ja) pracovala f. sg. jsi (ty) pracovalo n. sg. — (on ona) pracovali ma. pl. jsme (my) pracovaly mi., f. pl. jste (vy) pracovala n. p1. — (oni) Observe: Ten delnik pracoval. Ta Z'ena vaFila To svetlo svitilo. Ti studenti studovali. Ty divky se Oily. Ta letadla 6ekala. Sometimes the stem vowel in the participle is shortened: psat — psal spat — spal brat — bral pit — pii mjrt — myl —211 Some irregular verbs: mit - mel jist - jedl moci/moct - mohl jit - del, g la 6ist - 6et1 peci/pect - pekl jet - jel vezt - vezi ticifict - iekl chtit - chtel vest - vedl vzit - vzal nest - nesi (nest - to carry in a hand, vest - to carry in a vehicle, vest - to lead, guide) The ending of the participle should agree with the gender of the subject of the sentence. In the plural, where individual subjects of different gender can meet, the masculine subject has priority over the feminine subject. Observe: Mtai pill pivo. 2eny pity limonadu. Strjrc a teta pin sliovic. V kin g belely zajimave filmy. Chlapi befell domii. The auxiliary verb jsem, jsi, etc. is enclitic. It bears no stress and cannot stand at the beginning of the sentence. Its stable position is among other enclitics (se, si, ho, ji, etc.) immediately after the first sentence member. Observe: V6era jsem videl zajimavy film. Karel ho je g te nikdy nevidel. Ueili jsme se celou sobotu a nedeli. Maminka v6era upekla kolge. Byl jsem nemoc0 (ill) a tOen jsem nemohl jit yen. Sestra se prave vratila ze gkoly. Dnes jsem mil° spala (fem.). Ja jsem na tebe chtel 6ekat, ale ona nechtela. 2. Some verbs have their objects in the genitive. Observe: MaI5, chlapec se hal velkeho psa (dog). Musim se zeptat pana u6tele. ZdEastnili jsme se zajimave diskuse. Dosahli jsme cile (goal). Vitim si na g eho pana profesora. Nev giml jsem si toho. —bat se : to be afraid of —ptat/zeptat se : to ask —z/tRastnit se : to take part in —dosahnout : to reach —vait si : to respect —v g imnout si : to notice
Fourth Annual Czech Heritage Society of Texas genealogy conference July 27 - 29 A three-day genealogy conference, hosted by the Brazos Valley Counties Chapter of the Czech. Heritage Society will celebrate 150 years of Czechs in Texas. The conference will be held at the Brazos Center, 3232 Briarcrest Drive, Bryan, Texas on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, July 27 - 29. A total of 23 speakers, including Dr. Mirek Koudelka and Dr. Karel Kysilka of The Czech Republic, Karen Hobbs of Colorado, Leo Baca, Dr. Robert Skrabanek, Dr. Clinton Machann, Dr. Gary Kocurek, Reverend John Gantt and many others from he state of Texas, will conduct 35 speaker sessions, including the history of Czech in Europe, Military Records, Czech Immigrant Records, Early Life of Czech in Texas, Researching the Czech Republic, etc. The genealogy conference will be held in conjunction with the State Czech Heritage Society Summer meeting, which will be held on Saturday, July 29. For those attending only the State meeting, there will be exhibits, research, vendors, etc. Saturday morning, beginning with registration at 8 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon at a cost of $6 The State meeting will begin at 1 p.m. Registration fee for the three-day conference is $60 and includes two meals. Single day registration is $30. Registration at the door for three days is $75. Registration deadline is July 13. For more information or to order a registration brochure, phone (979) 7992312 or write: CHS of Texas Genealogy Conference of Texas P.O. Box 10812 College Station, Texas 77824 or visit www.czechheritage.org For release info, contact Frances Matula Holley, Czech Heritage of Texas, phone (361) 798-2353 or e-mail franchar@cvtv.net .
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August 6 Countywide Fund Raiser sponsored by the Wharton County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society—at the KC Hall. An all-day affair which will include a meal, plates to-go, performances, auction, a raffle and a dance.
Texas Folklife Resources (TFR) invites the public to see "The Welcoming Table," an exhibition of photographs by Ella Gant documenting food traditions in four Texas ethnic communities—Czech, Konkani, Mexican-American and Swedish. The exhibition will be on view June 1 through September 15, 2000 in the TFR gallery located at 1317 South Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas. There will be an opening reception June 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. Every day, in every corner of the state, ethnic communities in Texas are maintaining their identity through the simple act of eating. Often, when other expressions of culture have faded, a community's food practices may continue to encode and communicate traditions based in the history, values and beliefs of that same community. This exhibition documents the way four families in different ethnic communities sustain the soul's need for identity, community and homeland through the body's need for sustenance. Featured in the exhibition is the family reunion of the Czech-Texan Kallus family. At the entrance to the October reunion of the Texas-Czech Kallus fam ily is a table laden with ancestors photographs. Members have been gathering in the community of Weid(in Lavaca County) for this event for over 75 years. Individual families bring prepared foods for a lunch that sometimes includes as many as 20 meat dishes and 50 salads, vegetables and pickles. Czech favorites such as sausage, pork roast an sauerkraut are squeezed next to familiar Texas dishes like barbecued brisket and pinto beans. The four, table-long feast often ends with coffee and kolaches or studel. Just as food is the hub around which all activities happen during the day, the reunion is the hub around which an ever-growing four generations stay connected. And the day's activities are indicative of the values passed down to the family from their Czech ancestors—working together, praying together, eating, playing and visiting together.
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August 18 Annual Gala 2000—A Night of Czech Music, Dinner, Dance V and Silent Auction" from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., at the Warwick Park Plaza Hotel Houston: cocktail reception, musical entertainment, a very special guest, seated dinner with wine, dancing to the big band sound, silent auction and raffle. Mark your calendar now and reserve this date for a terrific evening! The gala is sponsored by The Czech Cultural Center Houston. Table sponsorships are available. Early table reservations will be given preferred seating. For more information, call the Czech Cultural Center, Houston (713) 686-6362. September 10 Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas meeting at Senior Citizens Activity Center in La Grange. October - December, Mondays Fall Series Czech Language Conversation Classes, 6:30 p.m.: Enjoy the challenge and have some fun! Language instruction by Professor Marie Mann and assistants Professor William E. Souchek and Professor Charlie E. Pavlicek. No charge for members, workbook/tape is recommended and available for sale. The Market Place, Northwest Mall, 290 at 610 N+W. For more information, call the Czech Cultural Center, Houston (713) 686-6362. October 26 Czech Organ Concert-7:30 p.m at St. Christopher's Catholic Church, 8150 Park Place, Houston, Texas 77017 (exit Park Place off 145, Gulf Freeway, and procced North.) Admission is free. Offerings accepted. Reservations not required. For additional information, contact The Czech Cultural Center Houston (713) 686-6362 or St. Christopher's Catholic Church (713) 6456614. November 1 Czech Youth Symphony Orchestra Concert-7 p.m. at St. Christopher's Catholic Church, 8150 Park Place, Houston, Texas 77017 (exit Park Place off 145, Gulf Freeway, and procced North.) Admission is free. Offerings accepted. Reservations not required. For additional information, contact The Czech Cultural Center Houston (713) 686-6362 or St. Christopher's Catholic Church (713)645-6614. November 17 Time to Remember - The 11th Anniversary of The Velvet Revolution: The day in time we cannot forget, a day to always remember. Plans to be announced. December 9 Czech Cultural Center Houston annual Children's Czech Traditions Christmas Party and Open House, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—festive celebration of traditional Czech music, dance, story telling, games, refreshments and lots of fun. Don't miss this opportunity to meet special guests and a chance to see the beautifully displayed gift items in The Market Place for that unique Christmas gift or any occasion. Displayed will be Christmas ornaments, crystal, pottery, porcelain, linens, lace and much more! The Market Place, Northwest Mall, 290 at 610 N+W. Those wishing to help underwrite this special event are encouraged to contact Effie M. Rosene (713) 686-6362. December 12 Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas Christmas party.
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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE
Sunday, August 13-Family Day and 50-Year pin presentation.
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
Saturday, July 1-wedding Sunday, July 2-Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Friday, July 7-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 8-Hrabal family reunion Sunday, July 9-Sonnenberg-Radke families reunion Saturday, July 15-Workday for picnic, 9 a.m. Sunday, July 16-SPJST Lodge 6 Annual Picnic Friday, July 21-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 22-Jansky family reunion Sunday, July 23-Hoovers family reunion Sunday, July 30-Stuckly family reunion
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.
the upcoming summer months. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental and dance information, call (254) 593-4192 or (254) 593-0090. LODGE 16, BILA HORA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of August and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 17, NEW TABOR
Sunday, July 9-Lodge meeting at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 15 - Tarok Tournament
Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 18, ELGIN
Saturday, July 22-Elgin Western Days: King of Swing, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission $6 per Sunday, July 23-Vrazels, 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $6 per person. Sunday, July 30-Central Texas Sounds-3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person. Kitchen will be open.
LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.
Hall is located at 702 Hwy. 95 North, Elgin. 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, call Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; for reservations, call Mildred David (512) 261-5272; for band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is nonsmoking.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.
LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.
LODGE 14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December at 2:30 p.m.
LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. for
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.
Charitable Bingo When and Where? Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Lic. No. 17600539641 Mondays at 7 p.m. Lodge 74, Lovelady Lic. No. 1-75-1052324-8 Monday/Saturday at 7 p.m. Lodge 80, Holland Lic. No. SP-74615-1395-8 AL-00061-9887-0 Every Thursday and First Saturday at 7 p.m. Lodge 88, Houston Lic. No. 3-00-621-2077-41001 Thursday 7:15 p.m. (Early Bird) Regular Games at 7:45 p.m. Lodge 177, Academy Lic. No. 1-74-2042239-0 Tuesdays/Fridays at 7 p.m. Lodge 183, Arlington Lic. No. 1 751 691 0506 Tuesdays/Thursdays at 7 p.m. Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Lodge 186, Caldwell Lic. No. 1-74-20733095-41002 Mondays/Wednesdays/ Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. Early Bird at 7 p.m.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE 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, July 1-private rental Saturday, July 8-private rental Thursday, July 13-Lodge meeting, 8 p.m.: also honoring 50-year members and 1999 Everyday Heroes Saturday, July 22-private rental Saturday, July 29-wedding 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
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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 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan. LODGE 35, ELK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156. LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Lunch is at 12:30, followed by meeting and social. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items. 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, July 1-Vrazel Polka Band Sunday, July 2-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8-Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, July 15-No Dance; Barbecue Cookoff Monday, July 17-Board meeting, 7 p.m.
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Saturday, July 22-Private Saturday, July 29-Granger Polka Boys 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 Saturday, July 15-Clean up day at the lodge hall Friday, July 21-Game social, 5 p.m. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. Every third Friday is game social night beginning at 5 p.m. LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m. LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day). LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. Dances are from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight and cover is $5. Game nights (taroky, dominos, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Members, please bring snacks. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September and Dec. at 3 p.m. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m. LODGE 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Monday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Permit No. 1-75-1052324-8. "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 SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.
Wednesday, June 28, 2000-VESTNIK/19 unless notified otherwise. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Phone: (512) 852-9042. Public invited. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. A luncheon is served at noon and the meeting follows. LODGE 84, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. located at the hall, 2625 Floyd Street. For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 352-4397 or Ben Jarma at 348-1514. 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) 7736164 (Home). LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, July 1-Bobby Jones, polka/variety. Admission $6 per person Saturday, July 8-Manny Green, big band, *Dress Code. Tickets $11 each. Saturday, July 1 5-Central Texas Sounds, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each. Saturday, July 22-0dis Claxton, big band, *Dress Code. Admission $11 per person. Saturday, July 29-No dance Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen. LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, July 2-Gary Lee Country/Western Band, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday July 16-Granger. Polka Boys, polka/waltz, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth Club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ballroom dancing every Friday night sponsored by Zane Laurini's Stardust Ballroom. Call 1 (800) 3329303. 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 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 crossroad) in La Grange at 7:30 p.m. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted. LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m. Sept. through May. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, July 9-Lodge meeting begins at 1 p.m. (instead of 2 p.m.) followed by a lodge member social. Sunday, August 13-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m. LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Hinze Bar-B-Que Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas. The time for the meetings is 7 p.m. LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated. LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Ginny Prasatik, Secretary, at (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date and time.
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 Wednesday, June 28-Regular lodge meeting with covered dish meal.
Hall is located at 3609 Preston, 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 175, ROSENBERG Membership meetings will be held on Monday, June 19; Monday, September 11; and Monday, December 11. Location of each meeting will be announced. LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; trustees' meeting is at 7 p.m. Youth Club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-74-2042239-0 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 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 1-35W, 1.5 miles south of Burleson. 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. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik (817) 284-7218; Rhonda Hurtik (214) 435-2286; or John Hilcher (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Children 10 and under free. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m.
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 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 or (972) 263-9031.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, Sept. and Dec. at 3 p.m.
LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Sunday, July 9-Lodge quarterly meeting at St. Ambrose Church Hall in Wall.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October and December.
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
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. 1-74-20733095-41002. 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 meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, please call (512) 255-1554 or (512) 255-3415. 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) 6321124. 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 Sunday, September 24-Melodion Band from the Czech Republic; watch the Vestnik for more information. Saturday, October 14-Garage Sale: proceeds to benefit victims of house fire. Watch the Vestnik for more information. 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. -SPJST-
A person's love for spouse and children and concern over their welfare are good reasons to keep one's life insurance contract in good standing. It's a good idea to
occasionally review your certificate and see if it still fits your changing needs. That's where an SPJST sales representative can help. When you're ready to review your present coverage, give your local lodge sales representative a call. If you're not sure about who to talk to, please contact the SPJST Insurance Department at 1 (800) 727-7578 and they can put you in touch with a sales representative in your area.
independence Day
As we salute our flag
gleaming red, white and blue, we stop to think of its history and the ones who fought so true. As isre sing the Star-Spangled Banner
Why I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag As an American, I love and respect our flag for what it represents. The words, one nation under god should be understood by all Americans that we have asked to be under the protection and care of God. We all have individual ideas as to haw we should serve Him. Our country has been blessed with many good things such as medical advances, electronics and much more. The word liberty, to me means economic opportunity and security. The privilege to choose my own way of life. OUstice for all should always be interpreted, that no matter who you are or what you do. We, as Americans, are all equal and should be treated as such.
As a member of various organizations, the meetings always begin with the membership reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. The American flag is always posted. It is a beautiful way to begin any meeting. As a survivor of the Normandy landings in France on
June 6, 1944 and also the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium and having been wounded twice in a critical way, the Pledge of Allegiance has a special meaning to me. Whenever I see the flag and recite the Pledge of Allegiance, my thoughts are immediately directed to many of young men of Co. L, 23rd Infantry who gave their supreme sacrifice. Moments such as that always brings tears to my eyes. I will always be dedicated to the American flag and to the meaning that the Pledge of Allegiance represents, never forgetting that many lives have been sacrificed for our wonderful country.
whose writer was Francis Scott Key, do we know it was written about the Defense of Fort McHenry? Or the report in 1776 when Betsy Ross made it known, that she sewed the first American Flag with 13 stars and stripes shown. What about Captain Stephen Driver with his strong devotion said, he hid the famous "Old Glory" flag in the seams of the quilt on his bed. we state the famous pledge, do we even know who wrote this statement of independence it was Bellamy in 1892. We will never forget the day our flag first flew back in late 1775 our precious red, white and blues Crystal Bartek Lodge 47, Seaton
I have traveled in many other countries and I still find that our beautiful America is still the best in the world. I will never forget my buddies that sacrificed their lives so that you and 1 have a better place to live: Let us never forget to respect our flag. Dominic F. Netek Lodge 133, San Antonio
SPJST Flag Day Poetry Contest: Crystal Bartek Lodge 47, Seaton
SPJST Flag Day Photo Contest: Johanna Kloesel and her dad, Gordon, of Lodge 88, Houston, sent in by mom, Beverly Kloesel.
SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest: Dominic F Netek; Lodge 133, San Antonio
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