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ESTNIK SPJST Herald

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BENEVOLENCE

BROTHERHOOD

HUMANITY Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503

November 8, 2000

ISSN-07458800

VOLUME 88 NUMBER 43

Family Fun and Important MST Date 1,k.vember 11

President's Ball at Lodge 191, Lufkin

November 12

The Travelers Polka and Walt2 Band at Lodge 172, Pasadena

November 18 November 18 November 19

SPJST State Volleyball Tournament Tarock Tournament at Lodge 29, Taylor District Six Fall Meeting at Inez Community Center, hosted

by Lodge 97, Placedo

December 4

SPJST Open House .and Temple Christmas Parade

Attention Lodge Reporters:

Lodge 186, Caldwell Supports Museum SPJST Lodge 186, Caldwell Treasurer Thomas Cannon, left, presents $5,000 check to George and Shirley Hlavinka of the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum. The lodge donated its charitable bingo proceeds to the museum in order to help them complete their Carriage House project.

Applications ava iab One of the benefits that the SPJST makes available to its members is a competitive scholarships program. The Scholarship/ Grant Program is meant to encourage and assist younger members to further their education and to help them achieve career goals. The SPJST Supreme Lodge will be accepting applications for the year 2001 SPJST Scholarships until December 31, 2000.

An applicant must be a qualified

Volleyball teams invited to compete in state tournament Get ready to play in the SPJST State Volleyball Tournament November 18!

The State Volleyball Tournament will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2000 at Rogers High School Gyms. Kolaches will be provided in the morning. Lunches will be available for nominal cost. The registration will be 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. Team pictures will be taken after you register.

The tournament will begin at 10 a.m.

The tourney is open to eligible members seventh grade through adult.

Categories include: • Adult Spiking (A.S.) • Adult Non-spiking (A.Ns.)

Please note that the Vestnik is mailed as a Second-Class periodical. As such, some parts of the state receive the Vestnik as much as seven to ten days later than the publication date of the issue. Please rid i y yclur ca;&,-“:„3r events well in advance to ensure that they receive maximum exposure to the intended readers.

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member of the SPJST to apply. To be a qualified member, the applicant must hold a valid SPJST insurance policy for at least one year prior to the date of the application.

If you wish to apply, you may request an application by writing to: SPJST Home Office Scholarship Department P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 or by calling (254) 773-1575 or 1 (800) • Youth Spiking (Y.S.) • Youth Non-spiking (A.Ns.) Prizes will be awarded in each of the categories: First Place: $100 and plaque Second Place: $85 and plaque Third Place: $75 and plaque Fourth Place: $25 and plaque Directions: Rogers is located about 14 miles East of Temple on Highway 190/Highway 36 or about 20 miles West of Cameron on Highway 36/Highway 190. Turn South at the only Red Light in Rogers on Farmer Market Road 437. Go about one/fourth a mile and the school gyms will be on the right.

Fraternally, John Wells State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-

727-7578. Likewise, if you would like to offer your support to the 2000-2001 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, please refer to the page four for more information.

Thanks for Your Support One of the benefits that the SPJST makes available to its members is a competitive scholarship program.

The program is meant to encourage and assist younger members to help them achieve career goals. SPJST General Scholarships were established in 1982 for all SPJST members.

General Scholarships are funded by the SPJST and voluntary contributions by SPJST members. Accordingly, the more funds available, the more scholarships awarded.

SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Rates subject to change without notice

The SPJST kicked off its annual 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive on October 1. Donations are tax deductible and 100 percent of the amount that is contributed is applied towards scholarships.

Acknowledge-ment of individual donations will be published in the Vestnik. To contribute to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive, please send your check to: 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive C/O SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Please contact Donna Locke in the Fraternal Department at 1 (800) 7277578 for donation solicitation forms.

Thank you for your generous support!

—SPJSTUniversal 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

6.30% for Annualized* Certificates issued 4-1-93 and after

Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages 9.00% for 10 years 9.25°/e for 11 to 15 years

Annuity II Annuity I 5.30% for Annualized* Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93 *Rates effective 11-1-2000 through 1-31-2001

2/VESTNIK—Wednesday, November 8, 2000

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

SPJST Herald VESTNIK (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the fourth week of June and fourth week of August by VESTNIK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $20 per year, beginning July 1, for non-members. Members' fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by the Supreme Lodge SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK 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 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com

OFFICERS HOWARD LESHIKAR PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 771-1359

GENE McBRIDE VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 780-1906

LANITA ANGLIN SECRETARY-TREASURER Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-2334

JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 773-2950

SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (254) 778-5228 P.O. Box 5119 Temple, Texas 76505

DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I Home Phone: (409) 272-3265 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878

FRANK KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II Home Phone: (254) 773-4801 3514 Preston Oaks Dr., Temple, TX 76504

JOHNNIE KRIZAN DISTRICT III Home Phone: (254) 826-5882 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, TX 76691

STANLEY BROZ DISTRICT IV Home Phone: (915) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855

LOUIS HANUS DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 686-6160 4006 Ascot Ln., Houston, TX 77092

MATT S. VANEK DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, TX 77904

BOB BAYER DISTRICT VII Home Phone: (830) 216-7954 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - FLOYD KOSTELKA, ROUTE ONE, BOX 24-A, DIME BOX, TX 77853 - (409) 884-0112 DISTRICT II - NORMA CAVANAUGH, BOX 276, GRANGER, TX 76530 - (512) 859-2550 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 11 - 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) 651-8(145.

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 Position Vacant. For information relating to statewide fraternal activities, please contact the President's office.

STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MELANIE ZAVODNY. P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: 76503 TX 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 AND 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 these State Field Representatives 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 (254) 791-8959 E-mail: Jimatspjst@aol.com

CHANGES OF ADDRESS, PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE CONCERNING DELIVERY OF THE VESTNIK MUST BE SENT TO SUPREME LODGE FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503. ADVERTISING SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE VESTNIK, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TEXAS 76503.

The Journey's About to Begin Consider the Source In just a few short years, the Internet has evolved to become a vast storehouse for information and ideas.

Hardly a day goes by when I don't use it in my work or at home. There's so much that is available on-line that isn't readily available from print sources. That isn't to say, of course, that everything you find on the Internet is good or even true. A common complaint among newcomers to the World Wide Web is the mass of junk that exists out there. Well, that's true. Practically anybody can publish on the Internet. For that reason, the information one finds on the web needs to be evaluated carefully. Typically, before I present information gleaned online, I like to make sure sure that it's coming from a reputable source.

In the course of my work, I've visited many Internet web sites that deal with the sale and/or purchase of life insurance. Many of them — like our own website — spjst.com — convey good and useful information. One of the best insurance information web sites that I've found belongs to The Texas Department of Insurance (http://www.tdi.state.tx.us/) It's an impressive site with information of interest to the insurance sales representative as well as insurance consumer. For example, one of the subjects that the site addresses is that of "Senior Issues." Here, you can read all about topics ranging from Medicare Supplement Insurance Rates, Annuities and Long-Term Care Insurance to Information to Consider When Buying Insurance. It's like having a "friend on the inside."

Here's a brief excerpt from the section dealing with Insurance Fraud:

Someone calls or comes to your home and claims to be from Medicare or the Social Security Administration. These federal programs do not call or send representatives unless asked.

Someone insists that you need a certain insurance policy because you do not want to burden your family. Buy only what you need and can afford.

"Web sites such as that provided by the TDI can be a tremendous resource when you're looking for information."

Unfortunately, some people try to take advantage of senior citizens when selling insurance. Always be careful when buying insurance. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Use caution if: • You are asked to surrender certificates of deposit (CDs) and promised higher interest on an annuity. Ask about the guaranteed interest rate and review the contract for early withdrawal penalties (called surrender charges) and other charges.

• You receive mail that offers information on "new federal rules that allow you to avoid taxes."

Returning the card included in the mailing could bring an insurance agent to your door

• The agent asks you to make the check out in his or her name.

Make checks out to the company only, and never pay in cash.

Like I was saying, that's just a sample. The Internet and web sites such as that provided by the Texas Department of Insurance can be a tremendous resource when you're looking for information.

If you aren't presently hooked up to the Internet, you might want to consider taking the plunge in the not to distant future. A lot of you, I know, are already plugged into the World Wide Web. To those who are — and those who aren't — please note that if all goes according to schedule, within the next couple of months, the SPJST will hold the distinction of being the first fraternal benefit society in the nation — and that's according to the National Fraternal Congress of America — to have the capability to conduct informational meetings online. At that point, it will be possible for you — relaxing in the comfort of your home — to meet online simultaneously with members from around the state — and the world — on any number of topics . . . So, where will all of this get us? That's largely up to us and what we want to make of it.

It's an exciting prospect and the journey is about to begin!

Want to learn more about the Internet and how it could benefit you?

Give the Editor's Office a call at 1 (800) 727 - 7578. If there's enough interest, an introductory Internet workshop will be organized to address your questions and concerns.

Note of Sympathy We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family of District Seven Director Bob Bayer and his family on the death of Bob's father, Adolph Bayer, who died November 2 at the age of 82. Funeral services for Mr. Bayer, a career military veteran, were held Monday, November 6 in Castroville, Texas.

—SPJST-

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FROM THE STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR November Report

SYD expresses thanks, posts coming ev Dear Members and Friends, November is a very special month. It is the time of year that we give thanks for our many blessings.

There's so much to be thankful for—good health, a place to live, and the SPJST. I'm so thankful for the all of the great members and leaders who make SPJST so special.

Thank You!

Goodbye, Larry .. .

Welcome, John and Doni .

Congratulations, Jim I say goodbye to Larry Wagner who was the State Field Representative for Districts One and Seven. I enjoyed working with him on several projects. I wish him the best of luck in his new career. I welcome John Wells as the new State Fraternal Activities Coordinator. I also welcome Doni Powell to the insurance department. She is an administrative assistant. And, congratulations to Jim Wiest, who is the new state training coordinator. I look forward to work(Continued on page 10.)

FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT'S DEPARTMENT

Position Available Field Representative for Districts One and Five interested and qualified persons may submit a letter of application and their. resume to the SPJST, PO Box 100, Temple, TX, 76503 directed to the attention of Vice President.

letters and resumes should he delivered to the SPIST by Friday, November 11, 2000.

We prefer an individual who has experience in insurance sales and supervision experience will also be an item of consideration. The position requires the following: 1. Ability to supervise.

2. Ability to motivate, communicate and educate.

3. To demonstrate a positive attitude and a desire to achieve.

4. To demonstrate a dasra to set goals, work with people and energize the district.

5. Willingness to travel, work weekends and work the hours necessary to meet the job demands.

6. Recruitment of new sales representatives 7. Extensive knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. call 1

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Field Representative for Districts Six and Seven Interested and qualified persons may submit a letter of application and their resume to the SPJST, PO Box 100, Temple, TX, 76503 directed to the attention of Vice President.

Letters and resumes should be delivered to the SPIST by Friday, November 11, 2000.

We prefer an individual who has experience in insurance sales and supervision experience will also be an item of consideration. The position requires the following: 1. Ability to supervise.

2. Ability to motivate, communicate'and educate.

3. To demonstrate a positive attitude and a desire to achieve.

4. To demonstrate a desire to set goals, work with people and energize the district 5. Willingness to travel, work weekends and work the hours 'necessary to meet the job demands.

6. Recruitment of new sales representatives 7. Extensive knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

If you need more information, call 11800)727-7578 and ask for Vice President McBride.

Aroul if the Districts Lodge 97, Placedo hosts District Six Fall Meeting Sunday, November 19 at Inez Community Center Dear Readers: The District Six Fall Meeting will be held on Sunday, November 19 at the Inez Community Center located off of Highway 59 about 13 miles east of Victoria. Lodge 97, Placedo is the hosting lodge and will be serving a noon meal consisting of turkey, dressing and all of the trimmings.

Registration for doorprizes and the Needlework, Quilting, and Kolache Contests begins at 11 a.m. as well as the Wheel of Fortune games. Matt

and Henrietta Vanek will be honored for their outstanding service and commitment to SPJST throughout the years. Please come and enjoy the day!

Make plans now to come on out and enjoy the day. There will be activities for the whole family. Hope to see you there!

Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Secretary —SPJST-

District Six Fall Meeting Tentative Agenda 11 a.m.

Registration for Door Prizes Needlework, Quilting, and Kolache Contests Note: All entries must be registered by 11:45 a.m. to be eligible for judging.

See specific rules at the end of the letter 11 a.m Wheel of Fortune games begin Noon, Lunch.

The meeting will be started as soon as the officers have eaten their lunches.

Meeting called to order Posting of Colors

Vice President Glenn Kaminsky Lodge 4 YC Members Nicholas Vahalik and Joshua Siptak Moment of Silence for Departed Members Welcome by hosting Lodge 97, Placedo President Yvonne Garrett

Response and Introduction of Guests Roll Call of Lodges, Officers and Standing Committees

FAC Helen Zabransky Annie Vahalik

Old Business New Business Announcements/Brief Reports Adjournment by 3 p.m.

Lodges are asked to bring a door prize and two desserts for everyone to enjoy. Members may bring prizes for the Wheel of Fortune booth. Everyone participating in the district contests should review the following criteria and if there are any questions, call District Six FAC Helen Zabransky (361) 798-3347.

Quilt Contest Rules • Member must be 18 years or older • Quilt top must be made by the individual • May be pieced or appliqued • May not re-enter a winning quilt • Must be present to win • Any size is eligible • Quilts are judged on color, design, quality, neatness, uniformity of stitches and overall appearance.

Needlework Contest Rules • Member must be 18 years of age • Made entirely by hand • Includes embroidery, crocheting, knitting and needle point • Must be present to win • May not re-enter a winning item Kolache Baking Contest Rules • Member of non-professional status must be 18 years of age or older • Made from scratch using yeast dough • Must display six average size kolaches of the same filling on a disposable tray or plate • Must be made by the individual entering it • Must be present to win • Kolaches are judged on appearance, moisture, lightness, color, texture and flavor.

Only one entry per person per category, but you may enter all three categories.

—SPJST-

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, November 8, 2000

Lodge Letters Section Lodge 4, Hallettsville makes donations at October meeting Dear Members, Our lodge met Sunday, October 8, 2000 at the American Legion Tap Room at 2 p.m. with President Joe Siptak presiding. Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call of officers showed Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus not present.

Secretary Margaret Smotek read the minutes to the last meeting and the correspondence. Our lodge has a new member, Claire Grace Zak.

Let's hear what your members and lodge are doing to make a positive difference in your community.

Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, do SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com or info@spjst.com Got a question? Call 1 (800) 727-7578

Treasurer Helen Zabransky and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Lillie Balusek reported. Final plans were made for our booth at the District Six Barbecue Cook-off.

Sunshine Chairman Elsie Mascheck reported on the monthly bingo at Stevens Convalescent Center with about 50 residents attending.. Assisting were Mary Matula, Vicky Zak, Evelyn Holy, Viola Melnar and Lillie Balusek.

A get well card was sent to Alvin Mikush, Jr. The members voted to give $25 to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center and $25 to the SPJST Library,

Coming next weekin your Vestilik: • SPJST District Four Fall Fun Fest * MIST District Six Barbecue Cook-Off * bodge 24, Cyclone Czech Heritage Day . and much, much morel If there's a member you know who isn't getting the Vestnik but would like to, please let us know.

Please send their name and address to the Office of Financial Secretar y Jerry Milwlas

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Attention Deer Hunters

Deer Antler Contest For SPJST

Members Only • Deadline January 31, 2001

TWO PRIZES AWARDED $50 - Widest Horns (Will be measured at widest point. Measured outside to outside.)

$50 - For Most Points Requirements: Picture of deer with a verification from one of the following: Game Warden, Highway Patrol, Sheriff or any Public Official.

Name Address

Lodge City

Zip

Day/Night Telephone No.

e-mail

Verification:

Archives and Museum. It was also discussed about having a guest speaker at a meeting.

Assistant Youth Leader Susan Siptak reported.

The meeting adjourned. Door prize winner was Susan Siptak.

Our next meeting will be Sunday, November 12 at the Legion Tap Room at 2 p.m. October, November and December birthdays will be recognized and cake given. Hope to see you there!

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky —SPJST-

at 1 (800) 727-7578. Thank you!

Whitetail Deer Only • State of Texas Only

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Applauds Youth At a recent meeting, members of Lodge 6, Cottonwood acknowledged the accomplishments of its young members as Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka presented awards to the youth for their participation in the SPJST Home Office motto and tee-shirt contest. Those receiving awards were Christi Sparkman, Bracie Craig, Brooke Craig, Celia Dobecka, Whitney Dobecka, Jesse Karlik and Tracie Dobecka (winning motto). The tee-shirt awards were presented to Brittany Angelo, Tyler Angelo, Brook Craig, Bracie Craig, Celia Dobecka, Traci Dobecka, Whitney Dobecka, Jesse Karlik, Christi Sparkman and a "Special Certificate" went to Michael Moore. Sister Dobecka also presented trophies to the youth who had perfect attendance. They were Whitney Dobecka, Christi Sparkman and Traci Dobecka. Congratulations!

6, Cottonwood members attend Fall Fun Day

2000.. Thanks to all of you that made the trip and thanks to our President, Brother Al Soukup and wife, Georgia, for allowing Ray Perez and me to ride with you to Dallas. It was an enjoyable trip.

I could not get all of the names of the day's contest winners; however, I was looking out for our very own lodge winners. Congratulations to Sister Barbara Hykel for winning first place in pastry for her strudel and first place in needlework of her Christmas tree skirt. It was beautiful.

Congratulations to the other ladies who won in these categories and I do apologize for not being able to quote your names.

Lodge

Hi! About 27 members of Lodge 6, Cottonwood attended the District Three Fall Fun Day at Lodge 84, Dallas, Texas, on Sunday, October 29,

Contest Results In the Christmas Ornaments Contest in various age groups, there were winners again from Lodge 6, Cottonwood.

Bracie Craig won second and Tyler Angelo won third on their ornaments.

Christi Sparkman won second place and Brooke Craig won third Place with

Ervin and Agnes Jaresh Celebrate Sixtieth Anniversary Ervin and Agnes Bedrick Jaresh were married on November 20, 1940 in Sherman, Texas. Agnes was born in Denton, Texas on December 14, 1918. Ervin was born in Ennis, Texas on October 7, 1913.

Ervin was a farmer for most of his life—this was his living. Agnes worked in a sewing factory for part of her life.

Agnes and Ervin have two sons, Jason Jaresh, 53, who is married to

Joann; and Johnnie Jaresh, 50, who is married to Tammy. Agnes and Ervin also have four grandchildren, Cyndi, Candy, Jame and Kevin and the late, Christy. They have six great-grandchildren.

Agnes and Ervin now reside in Pilot Point, Texas where they have lived for several years.

Both Agnes and Ervin are members of Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga.

—SPJST-

Date Killed

Number of Points

Width of Antlers

Ranch Where Killed Nearest Town Signed By Office or Title

Send Entries to: Deer Antler Contest • SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

and Agnes Bedrich Joresh who THEN AND NOW — Congratulations to will observe their 60th Wedding Anniversary on November 20.

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their ornaments. Congratulations girls!

We also want to congratulate all the other winners and thanks to all of you who participated.

You know I am proud of my grandchildren, too! I just have to say "Congratulations" to them also. They are from Lodge 92, Fort Worth, Texas.

Mackenzie Turner won first place in her age group, as well as Wesley Pere, who won second place in his age group. Bryson Turner may have won in his group, but I am not sure. Thanks for his participation. Travis Perez isn't quite old enough yet, but he is growing up fast.

You know, I just have to tell this, because it was so hilarious at the time.

Friday, before we all had to go to Lodge 84, Dallas, we had a Halloween Party at Lodge 6, Cottonwood. As my husband, Eagle-Eye Ray, and myself were going to the hall, he noticed "Christmas Ornaments" on the road. I could not believe it, but Sister Lydia had set them on top of her vehicle perhaps and forgotten as the couple prepared to head for the hall. We stopped a few times along the way picking up those Christmas Ornaments that the children of the Youth Club were to enter in the contest on Saturday. We got to the hall with them and Sister Lydia could not believe it, as she thought they had been put inside the car. They were lucky that they had not been run over. They were all in good shape and some of them ended up being winners in the contest!

Again, congratulations to all the winners throughout different categories of the fun day event, such as in the cake walk, country store, bingo, cards, dominoes and even a bean bag pumpkin toss.

A little girl was in attendance at this fun day entering in the ornament contest, yet so excited about what she was about to do. Little Miss Bracie Craig was going to board a plane in Dallas the next morning with her family for a trip to Disneyworld, a trip she had won for her family through the "Make A Wish Foundation." She was recognized at the District Three Meeting for this venture. Her sister, Brooke, was also looking forward to this trip for her birthday. Hope your trip was fun and exciting.

It appeared everyone was having a fun time in the afternoon. Thanks to Lodge 84 in Dallas for hosting this meeting and for serving up such a delicious meal with dessert.

Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST-

8, Weimar reports on October meeting Lodge

The meeting of Lodge 8, Weimar was held Monday, October 24 at Weimar Veterans Hall. Leo Jares, President, called the meeting to order followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

A moment of silence was observed in memory of three departed members.

Roll call of officers showed that all were present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The treasurer's report was read and accepted.

The following new members were accepted in the lodge—Austin Bargas, Jonathan Perez, Betty Cooper and Becky Jares. Two transfers, Eugene and Henrietta Veselka, were also accepted.

Lodge 8 members who worked the prize drawing booth at District Six Cookoff were Eugene and Henrietta Veselka and Leo and JoAnn Jares.

Permanent Site Selected Under new business, we selected a permanent meeting site which is the Veterans Hall. The Christmas party date was discussed and was set for the first week in December at the Oakridge Restaurant in Schulenburg. No other meeting is planned for December.

Birthday honorees for October were Mary Ann Roznovak and Franklin Farek. An anniversary was celebrated

by George and Earline Janik, 51 years.

A program, given by Jimmy Myers of Weimar, was a report on the boot camp for juveniles. The camp is located at Eagle Lake, Texas. The majority of the youth staying there are drugrelated. it is his job as a teacher to help rehabilitate the young people ages from 14 to 18.

There are no hardened criminals in this facility. Most are first-time offenders from all over the state.

After the program, attendance prizes were handed out. The meeting adjourned and the next meeting will be November 27 at the Veterans Hall at 7 p.m.

JoAnn Jares, Secretary (Editor's Note: Watch for accompanying photos in next week's Vestnik.

Thank you!)

—SPJST-

8, Weimar meets November 27 Lodge

SPJST Lodge 8, Weimar will hold its next meeting on Monday, November 27 at 7 p.m. at Weimar Veterans" MemorialHall with the election of officers and planning of the Christmas party.

Leo Jares, President Jo Ann Jares, Secretary —SPJST-

9, Snook annual Christmas party December 3 Lodge

Everyone is cordially invited as SPJST Lodge 9, Snook hosts its annual Christmas party on December 3, 2000.

The day will begin with the youth club monthly meeting from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Following this meeting will be the adult lodge meeting and installation of 2001 officers from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Then at 4:30 p.m., a covered dish supper will be served. The Christmas program presented by the Youth Club follows at 5:30 p.m.

There will also be a visit from Santa after the youth program.

Please come for an evening of fraternal fellowship, food and fun.

Ann Schoeneman —SPJST-

24, Cyclone Honors Fraternalists

Lodge At a recent meeting of Lodge 24, Cyclone, "Everyday Hero" pins were presented to several lodge members. Pictured above, from lef, front: Melanie Zavodny, Barbara Macek, Bernice Sebek, Helen Tome, Willie Mae Vanicek, Bobby Hoelscher, Milton Zavodny and Martha Zavodny. BACK: David Nauert, Tammy Baker, Joe Haisler, Lorene Haisler, Rosamond Baker, Brian Vanicek, Ginger Greger and Wilbert Mikeska. Not pictured are: Richard Greger, Robert Macek, Joe Sebek, Pat Sebek, Harold Vanicek, Joan Vanicek, Louise Zavodny, Rhonda Greger and Jerry Cabla. Thanks to these members — and all active lodge members who were unable to be in attendance for your dedicated and continued efforts.

Lodge 13, Dime Box reports on October meeting Sister Dorothy Rackel called the meeting to order and led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. She then called roil and read the minutes from the last meeting.

They were voted upon and approved.

Sister Debbie Kostelka gave the treasurers report and it was approved.

Under new business, Sister Carla West made a motion to change the age from 12 and under getting into dances free to 10 and under due to the increase of children around that age attending.

The members voted on the motion and it was approved.

Christmas Party December 9 We next discussed the annual Christmas Party, which is scheduled for December 9, 2000. The Texas Knights will be performing from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Sister Carla West opened the option to the members of purchasing

an ad for the Dime Box School annual this year. There was not a decision made on this matter since there is enough time to wait until next meeting and discuss again.

Brother Floyd Kostelka suggested that for community use of the hall, they be offered a discount price instead of free because by not charging any rent, the lodge is losing money. We did not make a definite decision about this and was left open for next meeting. Brother Floyd Kostelka also requested when the hall is rented for weddings, family reunions, etc., that an itemized list be made as to how much money is owed for each service to resolve confusion when they come to pay.

There was not any other business that needed discussing so Brother Floyd Kostelka mad a motion to adjourn the meeting and Sister Carla West seconded the motion; the meeting was adjourned by Sister Dorothy Rackel.

Sue Ellen David, Reporter SPJST-

and Mrs. Charlie Hrachovy Celebrate Golden Anniversary

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Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Hrachovy of 1, 1950 in the home of the Reverend Cameron celebrated their 50th wed- Frank J. K, istohrys in Temple. ding anniversary Mr. Hrachovy on Saturday, Septretired from Alcoa ember 23, 2000. in Point Comfort The couple was in 1980 after 30 honored with a years of employreception and dinment.

Mrs. ner at the VFW Hrachovy is a Hall in Cameron. homemaker. They The event was have three grandhosted by the cousons and two ple's daughters granddaughters. and son in-law After 33 years in Doris and Harold Ganado, the couVanicek of Roseple moved to bud, Dorothy and Cameron.

Clyde Morton of Mr. Hrachovy is Louise and Delora member of es Staff of Edna Lodge 51, ElMr. and Mrs. Charlie Hrachovy linger. and grandchildren.

Mrs. Mr. Hrachovy Hrachovy is a and the former Vallie Mae Pomykal member of Lodge 24, Cyclone. of Zabcikville were married October —SPJST-

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, November 8, 2000

Lodge 15, Buckholts invites one and all to November 19 barbecue dinner fund raiser Buckholts SPJST Lodge 15 will have a barbecue chicken dinner fund raiser on November 19, 2000.

Plates will consist of 1/2 barbecue chicken, beans, potatoes, salad, slaw, cobbler and tea for $6 a plate. Serving time will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Members, we need extra help.

Our next meeting will be on Monday night, November 13, 2000 at 6:30 p.m. Election of officers will be elected for the year 2001. Members, please come to this meeting so we can keep operating this lodge. If we do not get extra help and workers, we may consider selling this hall. We do not want to and I don't think the members do either.

So don't let us down. Hoping to see you November 13, 2000.

Fraternally, Charlsie Svetlik —SPJST-

20, Granger meets November 14 Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, There will be a change of date for our regular lodge meeting.

The meeting will be held on November 14 at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. This will be a very important meeting as we will make plans for our Christmas party. Also, it will be a general clean up night for our hall.

If you have any questions or need information, please call Rubie Loessin (512) 859-2765 or Norma Cavanaugh (512) 859-2550. We are hoping that all of our regular members will be there.

Also, we invite any other members and visitors to come join us.

Fraternally, Rubie Loessin —SPJST-

Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard The -.ksgi .fng dinner, meeting November 12 Lodge

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meeting on the 12th. It will start at 12:30 p.m. and will recess for the meal after opening ceremony and grace. It all will be held in the meeting room at 106 Leveridge Street.

On the agenda besides the food will be the election of officers for the year 2001. Also, any items relating to the above election and items needing immediate attention.

To the faithful: Mark your calendars on the 12th. Remember, there will be a hot meal. There will also be election officers. Plan to attend and this writer remains ...

Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval President —SPJST-

40, El CampoHillje reports on October meeting Lodge

Please note that our next meeting and election of officers will be on Sunday, November 12 at 2 p.m. in Hillje at the lodge hall.

Tria Molberg, Secretary —SPJST-

48, Beyersville hosts domino tournament Lodge

Lodge 48, Beyersville will host a domino tournament.

29, Taylor schedules November 18 tarock tourney Lodge

Where: Taylor, SPJST Lodge 29 When: November 18, 2000 Time: Register 8 a.m. to 8:50 A.M. Play begins 9 a.m.

Fee: $20 Pre-registration is desired.

(Entry fee will be returned if unable to attend.)

Prizes: Plaques and money awarded to top four players.

If you have questions or need more information or want to pre-register, call: Frank Schlesinger at (512) 3657324 or e-mail F.J.Schlesinger @att.net .

—SPJST-

When: Saturday, December 2 Time: Register at 8 a.m.

Play beings at 9 a..m. $15 Pre-Registration is Fee: desired to estimate food needed Prizes: Cash plus 10 cents per chip Also high round per table Other: Play by SPJST Rules; will play six one-hour rounds For more information or to pred-retgister, call Bobby Wuencshe at (512) 3654-3013 or e-mail boggybob@netzero.net or mail to Bobby Wuensche, 2451 County Road 405, Taylor, Texas, 76574-5421 Fraternally, Bobby Wuensche —SPJST-

66, Waco reports on October meeting Lodge

39, Bryan combines meeting, Thanksgiving celebration Lodge

Members of Lodge 39, Bryan, Please be advised that in our Sunday, November 19 meeting, we will celebrate Thanksgiving. Also we will honor the 50-year members.

Receiving pins are Evelyn Regmund, Mildred Bonjo Marske, Bernice M. Shenkir and Sharon L. Clark These pins will be presented and pictures will be taken. Dinner will be served at 12:30 p.m. with the meeting and social to follow. The meeting adjouned and social to follow.

Lillie Matejka O'Shields Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

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The meeting was called to order by Vice President Mary Alice Langlotz on October 15 at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall, Elm Mott. All officers were present with the exception of President John Engelke and Financial Secretary Darlene Engelke due to the illness of their father and husband Bennie Engelke. Brother Bennie Engelke passed away during the meeting. May he rest in peace. There were 27 members present at today's meeting.

The youth presented the flag and led the Pledge of Allegiance and Motto.

Vice President Langlotz asked everyone to stand for a moment of silent prayer for our deceased member Bertha Neumann.

Secretary Dana McAdams read the minutes of the September 17 meeting and they were approved as read.

Correspondence, Committee Reports Sister Dana also read a letter from Glenn. Kaminsky concerning the Library, Archives and Museum asking for donations. She also read a letter from Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride concerning the Lodge Incentive Program. He stated that Lodge 66 is in the silver category with 21 sales.

Chairman of the Board Johnnie Gaidusek reported that the Board met on October 4 and had Secretary of the Board Bonnie Pruitt read the minutes

of that meeting.

Chairman of the Entertainment Committee Michael Galler reported that the committee met on October 4 with one member absent. Today, they are having hot dogs, chili, cheese, chips, beans and cobbler for dessert.

Brother Michael asked that members bring sandwiches for the November meeting. The committee will furnish desserts. He was able to get Eddie Ray to cater the Christmas Party meal on December 2 with the menu consisting of regular turkey, sausage, dressing and all the trimmings, dessert and tea. The hall will furnish coffee.

Chairman of the Cheer and Condolence Committee Bonnie Pruitt had Sister Emma Ceska report on cheer and condolence. She sent get well cards to Brother Bennie Engelke and Sister Irene Mueller. She sent sympathy cards to Mr. & Mrs. Larry Holub on the death of their son Steven Holub and to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Johnson on the death of his grandfather Richard Mounce. She will send a sympathy card to the family of Bertha Neumann.

Sister Emma also asked everyone to remember Darlene, John and Diana Engelke in their prayers.

Lodge, District Activities Vice President Mary Alice Langlotz reported there were 10 people present at game night on October 9. The next game night is November 13. She reminded everyone of the District Three Fun Fest Fall Meeting at Lodge 84, Dallas. Also, the State Volleyball Tournament on November 18 with Sister Dana McAdams in charge. She also reminded everyone of the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Fund which began on October 1. President John Engelke is in charge of collecting donations for this fund.

Brother George Pauling reported that for the October 29 fall meeting, members are asked to bring three canned goods. One will go into the country store and two toward the meal.

He also asked members to bring a cake for the cake walk. Taroky, 42 and straight dominoes will be played.

There will be a needlework contest,

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. 17516910506 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.

Wednesday, November 8, 2000---VESTNIK/7 pastry contest and the youth will have a Christmas Ornament contest.

Youth Leader Debbie Galler reported there were 10 youth and six adults present today at the youth meeting.

She reported that Lodge 66 won the Grand Championship in the Moody Parade. Jaimie Yates drove the truck that carried the float. She reminded the youth of the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Fund and the District Three Christmas Ornament contest. The youth will try to get up a team for volleyball with ages of seventh grade and above. The youth will have a camp tee-shirt contest and also the youth will start practicing on November 12 at 1:30 p.m. for the youth Christmas party. Today, the cake was brought by Douglas Galler and the game by Jodie McAdams. First place youth prize winner was Katie Weeks and second place was Tanner Guidroz.

Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the Bookkeeping Report.

Thanks was given to John Engelke for working on the beer boxes; to George Pauling for all his help; and to the Dujka family for cleaning up the hall after the RVOS party.

Due to the absence of Sister Darlene Engelke, Sister Diana Engelke read names of candidates for membership.

Larry Matula wrote up Patsy Ann Cook and Molly D. Phelps. Milan Dujka wrote up Christopher Kyle Johnson. Jerry Kucera wrote up Willie John Rejcek. Transferring to Lodge 54 from Lodge 66 was Melissa Matus.

Sister Diana also read a Resolution of Sympathy on the death of Bertha Neumann. May she rest in peace.

Fraternalist of the Year Brother George Pauling was selected Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 66. Congratulations, George, you are very deserving of this honor. Brother George thanked the members for selecting him. Vice President Mary Alice Langlotz reminded everyone that we will have election of officers at the November meeting.

Sister Libbie Parma of the Libbie Parma Trust Fund presented award to the youth on the point system.

Teenage winners were first—Justin Engelke; second—Jodie McAdams; third— Candace McAdams; fourth— Amanda Neslony; fifth—Alicia Neslony and sixth—Sandra Trickett.

In the junior category, first—Douglas Galler; second—Kevin Galler; third— Dakota Yates; fourth—Tanner Guidroz; fifth—Charles Trickett and sixth—Eric Wallace. In the Sub-Junior

category, first—Makayla Yates; second—Katie, Gena and Tommy Weeks; third—Trenton Guidroz.

Congratulations to all the youth.

Members present celebrating October birthdays were Tanner Guidroz, Douglas Galler, Kevin Galler, Debbie Galler, Jodie McAdams, Jaimie Yates.

Adult door prize winner was Eugene Gerlich. The 50-50 winner was Mary Alice Langlotz.

The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Committee meetings will be held on November 1 and the lodge meeting will be on November 19 at 2:30 p.m.

The meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

Fraternally Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi makes donations to SPJST, Sokol libraries The meeting on Sunday, October 15 was called to order by president Jerry Sijansky with all the officers present.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read by Secretary Helen Pavelka and were approved. The financial report by Treasurer Milly Elzner was accepted as given. She read a thank you letter from Christus Spohn Hospice for the donation the lodge had given them.

There were two who had October birthdays—on October 16, Helen Pavelka and on October 22, Jill Sijansky. Everyone sang them "Happy Birthday."

LAM Donation

A letter about the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM) was read and after a discussion, members approved of donating $100 to LAM at this time.

For the Fraternal Activities Coordinator report, Brother Jerry Elzner made a brief report. Most of it he has covered in his letter to Vestnik recently.

President Jerry Sijansky and Brother Leon Castro have been working on the library at Sokol Hall. After a discussion, members approved of donating $900 to the Library Fund for the improvements.

The regular monthly donation of $50 for October was given to SPJST

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Scholarship Fund. This was sent in plus what members donated to 100 Pennies Scholarship drive.

Our Fraternalist of the Year is Brother Joe Nemecek. He was presented with a certificate of merit and a gift certificate.

There was a discussion about the combined Christmas party with Sokol, Corpus Christi and SPJST Lodge 79 which will be held in December.

Members approved of donating fruit for the Christmas bags.

Thanksgiving Meal November 19 The next meeting is on Sunday, November 19 and we will have our Thanksgiving dinner that day. It was decided to purchase a ready-to-eat cooked turkey with dressing and members are to bring side dishes, such as veggies, salad, dessert. Sister Lera Nemecek will coordinate this so there will be a variety of food. The dinner will be served at 12:30 p.m. and the meeting will follow the dinner. All members and their families are invited to come. We are looking forward to see a good crowd.

See you Sunday, November 19.

Fraternally, Helen Pavelka Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 133, San Antonio reports on October meeting The monthly meeting of SPJST Lodge 133 was called to order at 2 p.m. by President Jarolyn Popp. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited followed by the singing of "God Bless America." A moment of silence was held for all deceased members. All officers were present. There were 17 members present.

The minutes and financial report of the September meeting were approved as read. Lucille Dlugosh gave the entertainment report and transferred $35.65 to the treasury. Secretary/ Treasurer Robert Popp read the treasurer's report.

Members celebrating birthdays in October were Doris Mocygemba, Rebecca Mattes, Viola Spacek, Jane Hurta Hennrietta Lowak and Audrey Stuart.

Robert Popp read correspondence from the Home Office in reference to the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum. A motion was made by Emil Matula and seconded by Grace Rohan that we donate $100 to the project.

The motion carried.

President Jarolyn Popp asked if the members wanted to have a Thanksgiving luncheon. The response was affirmative. A motion was made

by Lucille Dlugosh and seconded by Evelyn Matula that we hold a turkey dinner for the November meeting. The luncheon will be served at 12:30 p.m.

All members are encouraged to attend and to bring a side dish and dessert.

The membership was also informed that Loretta Valenta had arranged for a guest speaker from the Czech Heritage Center to address the members during the November meeting.

Vice President Bill Pavliska reminded the members that the Scholarship

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Drive forms were available and he encouraged each member to make a donation. In addition, a motion was made Emil Matula and seconded by Louis Jasek that the lodge match the donations raised for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive. Members can make their donations at the November or December meetings.

Attendance prize winners were Rudy Valchar, Viola Spacek and Lucille Dlugosh. Split the Pot winners were Viola Spacek and Irene Jasek.

With no further business the meeting was adjourned at 2:20 p.m followed by refreshments and bingo.

Robert Popp Secretary/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 172, Pasadena donation benefits needy On Wednesday, October 25, Lodge 172 held its regular monthly meeting.

The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent prayer for the men and women who died on the U.S.S. Cole.

As in the past the members voted on giving $25 to the Officer Santa which is a program held by the Pasadena Police Department to help the needy children in our area at Christmas.

Robert wished everyone with a birthday in October and November a happy birthday.

A suggestion was made that we extend an invitation by mail to all our members to come to the polka and waltz dance being held at the lodge on Sunday, November 1 2.

It was suggested that we put up a clearance sign on the carport in front telling everyone the height of the carport.

Nomintating, Auditing Committees Robert told everyone that it was time to elect three members from the floor to be on the Nominating Committee—Tennie Walla, Lillia Mae Pete and Henrietta Krenek. They were elected by acclamation.

Robert also told everyone that it was time to elect three members from the floor to be on the Auditing Committee—Art Wiederhold, Vicki Dressler and Weldon Wilkerson. They were also elected by acclamation.

Robert reminded everyone that due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the November meetings have been moved up a week. The executive meeting is Wednesday, November 1 and the regular meeting is Wednesday, November 15.

The meeting adjourned 9:15 p.m.

Submitted by, Jo Mayfield Secretary / Reporter —SPJST-

8/ViSTNIK—Wednesday, November 8, 2000 Under correspondence, we received a thank you from the family of Dan Sebek for the flowers sent to Dan's funeral. Dan was a true fraternalist and Lodge 177 will miss him dearly.

All committee reports were given and will be filed for audit.

Meals on Wheels The the October meeting of Lodge 177, Academy, the lodge donated money to the Temple Meals on Wheels Program. Pictured above, Bernice Hutka, left, presents check to Patsy McCurdy of Meals on Wheels. During the meeting, Ms. McCurdy spoke to members about the Meals on Wheels program and expressed her thanks for the gift.

Lodge 177, Academy hears from Meals on Wheels at October meeting The October meeting was called to order on Wednesday, October 11, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. with all lodge officers present.

After the Pledge o Allegiance, Bill Hutka, Lodge President, introduced Patsy McCurdy with the Temple Meals on Wheels program. Patsy spoke briefly to members about the program and thanked everyone for the continued support. Bernice Hutka, on behalf of Lodge 177, presented a check from the lodge to Patsy for the program.

Lodge members felt that with the holidays fast approaching, a donation to this program would be beneficial to members of the local communities.

Libbie Bartek, sunshine committee chairperson, told members that no one was on the sick list and she happily reported that to our members.

The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as presented.

Round Rock Members Share Pot Luck Members of Lodge 187, Round Rock recently got together with the residents of the Grand Court of Round Rock for an enjoyable potluck dinner. Pictured , at right, Albert and Elsa Lange enjoy the afternoon. BELOW: Lodge members enjoy dinner.

— Submitted by Rose Marie EtheredgE

Trustees' Report The trustees met and discussed purchasing new tables and repairs to the roof. They also voted unanimously to terminate the lodge scholarship and transfer the funds to the Supreme Lodge Scholarship Fund for distribution. The main reason for the termination was the difficulty in choosing a recipient each year. Trustees felt that this procedure, although meant to help our young members, was causing grief among members and parents of recipients. J. C. Johnson voted to terminate the scholarship fund and transfer the remaining $500 to the Supreme Lodge.

Seconded by Louis Driska. Motion carried.

Time Change for Winter Meetings

Under new business, we voted to change the lodge meeting time from 7:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. during the winter months only. Trustees will meet at 6:30 instead of 7 p.m.

A nominating committee consisting of Louis Driska, Libbie Bartek and Theresa Baca was appointed to compose a slate of officers for the November election meeting.

Jackie Beck and Ray Ybarra were appointed to a committee to find a restaurant with a buffet for our December Christmas social so that everyone could be served without waiting for food. They will report their information at the next meeting.

We also learned that we're very close to achieving our 25 new members for 2000, which means the Gold Award for us! All members were encouraged to assist sales representatives in getting new members for the lodge.

Louis Driska reminded everyone of Czech Heritage Day to be held at Lodge 24, Cyclone on Saturday, October 28.

Our meeting adjourned at 8 p.m.

Fraternally, Kathy Fritz Reporter/Secretary

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Lodge 180, Burleson next dance November 11 Our next dance will be on November 11, 2000. The doors will open at 7:45 p.m. The dance will be from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It is BYOB. The kitchen and soda bar will be open for business. The band, "Just Us", will play your favorite tunes.

Come out and have some fun.

Ann Sammet, Reporter

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Lodge 191, Lufkin President's Ball set for November 11 Remember our President's Ball will be on November 11. Music will be Eddie Hurd and the Music Makers.

Dinner will be catered by the Lunch Box. Tickets are $12.50 per person.

See Marilyn for your tickets and reservations.

—SPJST-

Lodge 204, Stephenville posts notice of Veterans' Day observance Dear members, On November 11 in Hamilton, Texas, the annual Veteran's Day anvil shoot will take place. If you have not attended an anvil shoot, you need to come and see and experience this moving event for yourself.

The annual anvil shoot started on November 11 at the end of World War I because some of the men wanted to let everyone know that the war was over.

They gathered the local gin and wanted to blow the whistle, but the person responsible for firing up the gin had a few too many drinks the night before. and forgot to fire up the boiler. They

Reunions Ammannsville Schools host reunion All former teachers, students and friends of the Ammannsville parochial and public schools are invited to attend the school reunion on November 18, 2000 at the KJT Hall in Ammannsville.

Registration will begin at 10 a.m. followed with lunch at 12 noon.

Registration is only $1 per person to cover the hall rent etc. Under age 12 are free.

Lunch will be provided by the reunion committee at no cost to you!

Please bring a dessert. Please bring an auction item such as home canned goods, wine or any other item you have too many of.

For more information, please call E. J. or Mildred Bayer (979) 263-4287 (Weimar); Joyce Barta (713) 869-2934 (Houston); or Alice or Robert Hollas (979) 743-6165 (Schulenburg).

—SPJSThad no steam to blow the whistle. But the local blacksmith had two anvils and some black powder. They turned one upside down and filled the hole in the bottom with black powder and set the other one on top and then heated a long steel rod with a wooden handle red hot and touched it to the powder and fired the anvils with a loud bang to wake all the people in Hamilton to let them lnow that the war was over.

That has been done every year since then and is one of the biggest events that the American Legion Post 222 has each year.

Please arrive at American Legion Post 222 post about 4:30 a.m. because the first shot will be fired at 5 a.m. The reason it is at 5 a.m. in the morning is because 5 a.m. Central Time is the same as 11 a.m. in Europe. The peace treaty was signed on the eleventh month of the eleventh day and the elventh hour in France.

After the anvil shoot, we will serve a breakfast of sausage, biscuits and gravy and socialize and those who have to go to work, can be on their way. Hope to see you there. Keep smiling!

Fraternally, Norman M. Kneschk

—SPJST-

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Wednesday, November 8, 2000--VESTNIK/9

In

Memoriam

Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slavonic Linden No. 66, Waco, Texas on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed sister, BERTHA C. NEUMANN of Waco, Texas who died Tuesday, September 26, 2000 at the age of 83.

Services were held Friday at 10:30 p.m. September 29 at Waco Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with the Reverend Walter Albers officiating.

Burial took place at Waco Memorial Part.

Sister Bertha was born in McGregor, Texas and later moved to the Perry Community. She worked at a sewing factory for many years, was active in the Baylor Senior Choir and Sul Ross Choir. Bertha did volunteer work at Providence Hospital and was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday School and was involved in the Lutheran Women's Missionary League. She became an SPJST member in November 1975.

Sister Bertha is survived by two daughters, Doris Svoboda and husband, Johnnie of Temple and Sharon Clark and husband, Wayne of Waco; brother, Wilhem Wiedemann of California; one grandson, Darren Clark; one granddaughter, Misty Clark; and several nieces and nephews.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Johnnie Gaidusek Margaret Gaidusek Darlene Car —SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family of departed lodge member, ALBINA CHOVANEC, 87, of Fayetteville. She died October 5, 2000 at the Monument Hill Nursing Center in LaGrange, Texas.

Funeral services were held Saturday, October 7 at 10 a.m. at St. John's Catholic Church with burial in the Fayetteville Catholic Cemetery. The Reverend Monsignor Ben Mazurkiewicz officiated.

Mrs. Chovanec was born April 21, 1913 in Fayetteville. She was the daughter of Joseph and Annie (Listvan) Marusik. She married Arnold J. Chovanec. He preceded her in death in 1981. She was a homemaker, a member of St. John's Catholic Church and SPJST member for the past 66 years.

Survivors include son and daughter in-law, Anton L. and Carol Chovanec of Fayetteville; sister in-law, Nola Marusik of Fayetteville and grandchil-

dren, Lee Chovanec of Fayetteville and Betty Chovanec of Brenham.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister and three brothers.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Catholic Church in Fayetteville.

Koenig and Strickland Funeral home of LaGrange was in charge of arrangements.

Respectfully submitted by, Louis and Irene Polansky —SPJST-

Resolution

of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 87, on behalf of the officers and entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of ALDEN LEOPOLD SCHILLER, SR., who passed away in his home on October 29, 2000 at the age of 85 years.

Services were held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Temple with the Reverend Steven Nesrsta officiating.

Mr. Schiller was born in the Meeks community in Bell County. He, along with three of his brothers, formed a band,"The Moonlight Serenaders" which played for many weddings, private parties and family reunions throughout Central Texas before and after World War II. He joined the army in 194 land earned five battle stars, a number of ribbons and medals in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, Austria, Germany and.

France. He was chief engineer at the Santa Fe Hospital. He was a member of American Legion Post 133 and SPJST Lodge 87 of Temple. He was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a lifelong resident of Temple.

Survivors are his wife, Martha Schiller of Temple; a son and daughter in-law, Alden, Jr. and Barbara Schiller of Austin; a daughter and son-in law, Nita and Jim Elizondo of Tomball; and two grandchildren, Victoria Schiller and Alden Schiller, III, both of Austin.

Burial was held at Bellwood Memorial Park in Temple.

May he rest in eternal peace.

Respectfully submitted, Georgia Navratil Norma Alford Sidney Kacir —SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge 94, Wheelock, express their sympathy to the family and friends of LOUIS A. SCASTA, who died Monday, October 9 at his home in Bryan, Texas following an extended illness.

Graveside services were held a t the Wheelock Cemetery at 10 a.m.

Wednesday, October 11 followed by memorial services at 1:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Bryan with Reverend Jack Boelens and Reverend Linn Crossman officiating. Funeral services were under the direction of Hillier Funeral Home, Bryan.

Brother Scasta was born November 20, 1920 at Wheelock, Texas. After serving in World War II, he attended and graduated from Southwestern Business College, Houston. He was employed by the Texas A&M University System as an accountant and auditor until 1977 when he retired after 30 years of service.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Laurie Harlan Scasta; daughter and son in-law, Beverly and John Hudson of Sugar Land; sister, H. Amelia Quatman of Memphis, Tennessee; three great-granddaughters; and one great-grandson.

Brother Scasta was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Bryan where he served as a deacon. He was also a member of American Legion Post 159 and Brazos Union Masonic Lodge 129.

The family suggests memorial gifts to Hospices Brazos Valley or Methodist Family Rehabilitation.

Resolution Committee Lillie Mae Dickson —SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy We, the officers and members of SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, DOROTHY L. SCHRAMM, 82, of Fayetteville, Texas.

Mrs. Schramm died October 20 in Fayette Memorial Hospital in La Grange. Funeral services were held Monday, October 23, at 10 a.m. in. St. John's Catholic Church in Fayetteville with burial in Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Industry, Texas with Reverend Monsignor Ben Mazurkiewicz officiating.

Born May 23, 1918 in Fayetteville, she was the daughter of Rudolph A. and Emilie (Klimek) Baca. She married Herman H. Schramm, Jr. on October 25, 1942 in Fayetteville. She was a retired owner and operator of Schramm's Confectionery. She was a member of St. John's Catholic Church in Fayetteville, Altar Society and SPJST member for 63 years.

Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Herman R. and Susan Schramm of Fayetteville; sister and brother in-law, Gladys and Richard Walker of La Porte; brother in-law, M. G. "Skip" Fisher of Rosenberg; and grandchildren, Sherri Schramm, Sara Schramm and Herman C. Schramm, all of Fayetteville.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman, May 28, 1991; parents; sister; brother in-law; and an infant sister.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. John's Catholic Church in Fayetteville.

—SPJST-

Senior Life: When You Need More

How

much is your life worth?

And how much did you insure it for? Two tough questions. Questions that get even tougher as you get older.

Now, thanks to SPJST's two Senior Life insurance plans, there may be some answers for you.

The SPJST Senior Life Plan is for people in good health who can correctly answer "no" to the general health questions on the application. The SPJST Senior Life Graded Benefit Plan is for people with some health problems but are still found to be eligible.

This plan has some limitations on coverage.

The Senior Life Graded Benefit provides an accidental death benefit for the full amount of the certificate immediately for the first three years. The death benefit from other causes is the refund of premiums, plus 20 percent. After three years, both Senior Life plans provide exactly the same benefit.

No doctor's examination is necessary and the coverage cannot be canceled, so long as premiums are paid.

Moreover, the Senior Life plan has a guaranteed cash value and a certificate loan benefit.

Under the terms of -the Senior Life Plan, the smallest amount of insurance that you can purchase is $5,000. Just as an example, the cost per $1,000 coverage for a 63-year old male would be $6.23 monthly and $69.21 annually.

For $5,000 insurance, that would amount to a monthly premium of $55.85 and an annual premium of $620.35.

For more information on the SPJST Senior Life certificate or an application form, please contact your local lodge sales representative.

—SPJST-

SPJST cemetery

markers available Bronze SPJST cemetery markers are available for purchase through the Home Office for $34. The price includes postage and handling.

The markers, which measure three inches in diameter, include a four-inch threaded post for mounting.

To purchase marker or to receive additional information, please contact the President's Office at 1 (800) 7277578 or write the Home Office at P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503.

—SPJST-

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, November 8, 2000

Youth Letters Section

Let's hear what your members and youth club are doing to make a positive difference in your community.

Send your news and photos to:

SYD's Report

Czech Christmas dinner will also be on display. This will be a true learning experience for all ages. This evening will get you into the Christmas spirit. There is no charge for the evening's activities. I hope to see you there. It will be so much fun!

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ing with John, Jim, and Doni. I wish them the best in their new positions.

2001-2002 Youth Program Updates The DYCs met on September 30 to thoroughly evaluate the youth program. There are several innovative changes for the youth program.

October Projects Contests due November 11 October Vestnik projects and contests are due to me by November 11.

State Volleyball Tournament November 18 The State Volleyball Tournament is Saturday, November 18 at the Rogers Gyms, which are located about 15 miles east of Temple. Youth members in grades seventh through twelfth are encouraged to play. You don't have to be an active youth club member, but you must be an SPJST member. Call the Home Office for an entry form.

Don't have enough youth to make a team? How about getting a couple members from another youth club.

Hope to see you there!

You're Invited!

SPJST Holiday Open House Monday, December 4 You are invited to attend the SPJST Holiday Open House on Monday, December 4 following the Temple Christmas Parade. The Christmas Parade begins at 6:30 p.m. It is always a beautiful parade, and I believe that it is one of only a few nighttime parades in Texas.

Our State King Jarod Olds, State Queen Megan Marcaurele, State Duke Dakota Yates, and State Duchess Danielle Zalman will represent SPJST in the parade. Then, the Holiday Open House will feature live holiday music, Christmas caroling, Santa and Mrs. Claus, face painting, horsedrawn carriage rides, homemade cookies and kolaches, hot chocolate and apple cider, and DARE's Ident-aChild program.

Throughout the holiday season, the Home Office will feature the Youth Christmas Tree with all of the winning Youth Club Christmas ornaments. The SPJST Museum will feature the Czech Christmas Tree. And, during the Open House, for the firsttime ever, the museum comes to life with several areas featuring men and women who will be available to tell about their professions. A doctor, a farmer, a World War II veteran, a blacksmith, a musician and a seamstress will be featured. The official

Vestnik,

SPJST

P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com Got a question?

Call 1 (800) 727-7578

2001 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest It's t-shirt design time! Youth members are encouraged to enter the contest. The theme is "SPJSTReaching for the Stars." Youth leaders have entry forms. Or, call me at (800) 727-7578 or email me at melaniez@vvm.com I will mail you an official entry form. Please remember that entries must be hand-drawn with black ink. (No tracing or computer-generated work is allowed. And no coloring is allowed.) Contest deadline is January 31, 2001. All participants receive 20 merit points and a certificate. Oh yes! And the grand prize is a $100 shopping spree at WalMart. There four runner-up prizes of $75 Wal-Mart shopping sprees. Just imagine what you can buy!

District Two hosts lock-in at Lodge 24, Cyclone after state volleyball tourney

Our next meeting will be November 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Halley Slenk 11/8/00 —SPJST

In what has become an annual tradition, District Two will be holding a lock-in following the SPJST Volleyball Tournament. The lock-in will be held at Lodge 24, Cyclone beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 18 and ending at 7 a.m., Sunday, November 19.

Food, movies, games and a hayride will be furnished. We encourage everyone to come out and have a great time.

All members of SPJST are invited. We especially look forward to seeing members of the volleyball teams from around the state. Guests are also welcomed.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the volleyball tournament and then at Lodge 24, Cyclone for fun, fellowship and a sleepless night on Saturday, November 18.

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club list October charities

9, Snook Youth Club receives Halloween crafts Lodge

100 Pennies Scholarship Drive The 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive continues through March 31. Youth club members who donate $2 or more receive 20 merit points, and youth club members who donate $5 or more also receive a certificate. These scholarships make a big difference in our SPJST members' lives.

Dear Readers, Our monthly meeting was held on October 4 at the SPJST hall. Thanks to the Gaas' for the Halloween crafts.

We discussed the State Youth Volleyball tournament to be held November 18, 2000. Also thanks to our honorary grandparents, Richard and Georgia, for the wonderful cookies and punch. They were delicious!

Fraternally, Holly Slenk 11/8/00 —SPJST-

Scholarship Season All high school seniors are encouraged to apply for an SPJST Scholarship. The deadline to request applications is December 31. For an application, please call Donna at the Home Office.

9, Snook youth members visit, enjoy games with elderly

Mission 2100 Membership Drive The Supreme Lodge recently approved the largest membership drive in SPJST history. It's going to be great. I'm so excited. This is big — really big. All levels of the SPJST will be working together to achieve 2100 insurance applications in Year 2001. Watch for lots of details to be released real soon. Wow! Here we grow!

Youth Achiever: New Insurance Plan for Ages 0 to 15 A new insurance plan for young people ages 0 to 15 will soon be released (approximately November 15). This is a $10,000 coverage whole life plan that will be available for $60 annually (for all ages 0 to 15, male or female). And the insurance builds cash value, too! This is really a great deal for potential youth club members, considering the value to

Lodge

Dear Readers, Last month our meeting was well attended. We talked about Make A Difference Day. It was decided we would go to the nursing home and play bingo with the elderly. We will also bring two good prizes for the bingo winners.

Thank you to our speaker, Mrs. Carla Welch. attend SPJST summer camp is more than $85. Watch for the plan's release in the Vestnik soon. Sales representatives will have information by the middle of November.

Happy Veteran's Day and Happy Thanksgiving Please remember our Veterans on Veterans' Day, November 11, and have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Fraternally yours, Melanie Zavodny State Youth Director —SPJST-

Dear Readers, Our last meeting was well attended.

We discussed doing a project for Make A Difference Day. We decided to go to the rest home on October 22 to play bingo with the elderly.

We also discussed our district fall meeting which will be held October 15 at the Snook SPJST hall. There will be games and activities for the younger ones.

Our charities for the month of October are fruit bags for the elderly, yogurt lids for breast cancer organizations and 200 pennies for scholarship funds.

The next meeting will be on November 1, 2000 at the SPJST hall at 6:30 p.m. Visitors are more than welcomed.

A big thanks to our honorary grandparents for the punch and cookies.

Fraternally, Heather Slenk 11/8/00 —SPJST-

9, Snook Youth Club member wins first place Lodge

Dear Readers, The Snook Youth Club had its monthly meeting on October 4. It was well attended On October 15, we had our District One Fall Meeting and Christmas Ornament Contest. I won first place.

Our next meeting will be on November 1.

Fraternally, Dwayne Macik 11/8/00 —SPJST-

9, Snook Youth Club makes ghosts and spiders Lodge

Dear Readers, The Snook Youth Club had its monthly meeting on October 4 at 6:30 p.m. For our craft, we made ghost and spiders out of suckers. They were cute.

The meeting was well attended.

We discussed old and new business.

Our charities for the month of November are the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Fund, fruit for elderly and Yoplait Yogurt lids for Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. A After the meeting, Carla Welch talked to us about taking people's blood.

Our next meeting is on November 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Candice Macik 11/8/00 —SPJST-

Wednesday, November 8, 2000---VESTNIK/11

Lodge 17, New Tabor Presents Scenes from Awards Banquet September 10, 2000

BESEDA DANCERS RECEIVE TROPHIES: Pictured above, from left, front: Robby Havens, Mark Havens, Chandler Malazzo and Kyle Skrabanek. BACK: Kathryn Skrabanek, Kimberly Skrabanek, Lindsey Jones and Lacy Jones.

PERFECT ATTENDANCE AWARD RECIPIENTS: Chandler Malazzo, Kyle Skrabanek, Lacy Jones and Lindsey Jones.

The grandparent with the most grandchildren active in the SPJST Youth Club was Gladys Trcalek Heil. All of "Granny's" grandchildren were or are currently active in the youth program.

RIGHT PHOTO: Brittanie presents potpourri pie to her grandmother, Mavis Gaas.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club hosts appreciation, awards banquet On Sunday, September 10, 2000, the New Tabor SPJST Youth Club held their annual Awards and Appreciation Banquet at New Tabor hall. Along with this event, the youth honored their grandparents on Grandparent's Day. The event opened with Youth Leader Susan Skrabanek welcoming everyone to the banquet. Introductions were made and Susan thanked everyone for coming. She also expressed her appreciation to all the youth and their parents for all their hard work preparing for Youth Achievement Day and the dedication they have shown to the SPJST youth program. She thanked her assistants Randy Gaas and Holly Narro for all their hard work and cooperation. She expressed her appreciation to her husband and son for allowing her to spend so much time working with the New Tabor SPJST Youth Club. Youth Club President Mabrey Petty gave the blessing for our meal. We were served delicious chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy and rolls prepared by Mark Ofczarzak and Michael Ofczarzak with the help of Dave and Jerry's Catering.

The youth complimented the meal with vegetables and desserts.

After the meal, Susan presented awards to the youth. Receiving perfect attendance trophies for the 1999-2000 youth year were Lindsey Jones, Lacy Jones, Kyle Skrabanek and Chandler Malazzo. Trophies were also presented to the 2000 youth beseda dancers Kathryn Skrabanek, Kimberly Skrabanek, Lindsey Jones, Lacy Jones Robby Havens, Mark Havens, Chandler Malazzo and Kyle Skrabanek.

Youth club members then introduced and interviewed their grandparents (Miss America style). Each youth club member escorted his grandparents to the microphone, drew a question out of a bowl and asked their grandparents things like "Where did you go to school?"; "What kind of grades did you make?"; and "What was the house like that you grew up in?" The youth presented their grandparents with pot pourri pies that they made at the September youth meeting. The parents were given kitchen angels that the youth also made at their September meeting.

The grandparent with the most grandchildren active in the SPJST Youth Club was Gladys Trcalek Heil.

All of "Granny's" grandchildren were or are currently active in the youth program. Her grandchildren are Holly Suehs Narro, Mindy Suehs, Mica Petty Sandner, Marshall and Mabrey Petty, Lacy, Lindsey and Logan Jones and Kyle Skrabanek. She has two great-grandchildren, Tyler Sandner and Dillon Narro. All are pictured except Mindy. She was asked the question: "What advise would you give your grandchildren?" Her reply was, "Stay active in the SPJST. It is a great organization." She also expressed how proud she was that all her children and grandchildren have remained active in the SPJST. "Granny"- was instrumental in starting the New Tabor SPJST Youth Club in the early 1960s. Her daughter, Betty Trcalek Suehs served as youth leader in the 1970s and her daughter, Susan Trcalek Skrabanek, has been the youth leader since 1978. Her oldest granddaughter, Holly Suehs Narro, is the Assistant Youth Leader.

Other grandparents honored (with their grandchildren in parenthesis) were Edwin and Mavis Gaas (Brittanie Gaas); Frankie Bayer (Adam Ofczarzak); Barbara Novosad (Brandi and Kimberly Crnkovic), Laverne Addison (Jackie Paul and Chandler Malazzo), Viola Skrabanek (Kyle Skrabanek), Lillie Wotipka (Crystal and April Wotipka), Annie Carter (Jordan and Trevor Rathjen) and Bud and Carol Petty (Tyler Sandner).

Betty Suehs celebrated her first Grandparent's Day with grandson, Dillon Narro at this year's banquet.

This was a wonderful) evening the youth members spent with their families. We want to thank everyone for participating and look forward to next year's banquet.

Fraternally submitted, Lacy Jones, Reporter 11/8/00 —SPJST-

24, Cyclone Youth Club readies for coming events Lodge

Dear Readers, Lodge 24, Cyclone had its meeting on October I, 2000 at 2 p.m. The

BELOW: Adam Ofczarzak enjoys his chicken-fried steak as his grandfather, Frankie Bayer, looks on.

ii)umpkin Patch 1(-;s Members of the Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club were in charge of the pumpkin patch photo area at the October 14 District Six Barbecue Cook-Off in Victoria. LEFT PHOTO: Pictured here are from left, front: Travis Krpec, Gerard Marcaurele and Kenna Bubela. BACK: Kyle Kaspar, Clint Gold, Kirby Bubela, Brent Gold, Jon Marcaurele and Jason Kaspar. RIGHT PHOTO: Kyle and Jason Kaspar, accompanied by Clint Gold, oversee the pumpkin patch. Jason, incidentally, was responsible for the expert carving.

12/VESTNIK—Wednesday, November 8, 2000

OCTOBER-VESTNIK PROJECT - FOR ALL

OCTOBER VESTNIK CONTEST - FOR ALL

This correctly completed project earns 20 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Point System.

This correctly completed project earns 20 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Point System.

By-Laws of the SPJST

Harvest Time!

Preamble The main ideal and purpose of this Society, as organized by fearless and peace-loving Czech pioneers in Texas, was and is: To provide and promote fraternal and social fellowship among its members.

To endeavor to keep alive the cherished traditions, customs, heritage, culture, and language of our forefathers.

And generally, through moral, spiritual, and economic respect, to encourage benevolence and humanity through the Society with sound practical life insurance for its members.

This Society operates under the Lodge System and provides for the payment of life, sick, accident, or other benefits to its members.

Name 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)].

Purpose The purpose of this Society is to provide security for its members and the families of the insured, through the various certificates issued in accordance with the fraternal insurance laws of the State of Texas.

This Society promotes providing a wholesome family environment for the entire family unit and endeavors to promote our common bond by keeping alive and encouraging the cherished traditions of the Czech history, culture, heritage, and family.

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 valueadded benefits tailored to the needs of its members. The SPJST will conduct its affairs in a manner that is perceived as a good corporate citizen.

—By-Laws of the SPJST XXVIllth Convention, 2000 (pps.2-3) —SPJST-

Fill each of the words in the word list into the puzzle diagram. We have shown you how by filling in the first word.

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HARVEST TIME

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After reading the SPJST By-Laws segment, complete the sentences below.

1. The main ideal and purpose of this Society is: • to provide and promote fraternal and social • to endeavor to keep alive the cherished traditions of our forefathers; • to encourage benevolence and humanity with its sound practical for its members.

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mon bond by keeping alive and encouraging the cherished traditions of the Mail completed contest by December 10, 2000, to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

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Youth Leader Mail completed project by December 10, 2000, to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

meeting was led by our President Desi Cooksey.

On November 4 will be the Garage Sale and Cook-off at Flag Hall. We will be selling hamburgers, so please be there before 9 a.m. November 18 will be the State Volleyball Tournament at Rogers and we will have our District Two Lock-in at Flag Hall that night. Parts will be given for the Christmas Program at the meeting so be there! We will be making plans for the Christmas parade as well. Start collecting canned goods for the Lack's Trim-a-Tree Contest this month. Our next meeting will be on November 12, 20000 at 2 p.m.

Fraternally, Shelly Gerich Reporter 11/8/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis

Youth Club members paint pumpkins Dear Readers, The Lodge 25 youth club gathered at the lodge's Fraternal Activities Coordinator's home on Saturday October 28 for an afternoon of pumpkin face painting.

While the paint was drying, we ate chili dogs and made popcorn hands.

Each young person received a jar of candy corn. Thanks to Johnnie and Margaret Krajca for letting the youth gather at their farm. I had a fun time.

Fraternally, Jerrod Ryan 11/8/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club helps with reunion meal Dear Readers, Our youth club helped to prepare and serve breakfast for the Ennis High School class reunions for the graduating classes of '47-'48-'49-'50. The alumni visited and reminisced all day.

In the evening, the young people returned to help serve dinner. I enjoy helping, I received many compliments.

Blake Ryan Lodge 25 11/8/00 —SPJST—

Lodge 107, Floresville members enjoy fun and games at October meeting Dear Members, We had our meeting on October 8, 2000.

We played games and had lots of fun. We also did our projects and contests. After the meeting, we helped clean the hall.

We also finished making peanut brittle.

Fraternally, Travis Purchis, 8 11/8/00 —SPJST-

The SPIST 100th Anniversary Cookbook Includes more than 500 pages of delicious recipes contributed by SPIST members from all over. Books are $11 each and availablethrou gh the SPAT Home Office.

To get yours, write: SPIST Anniversary Cookbook c/o SPIST Home Office • P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503.

For lodge and youth club volume orders and discounts, please contact Daryl Entrap at 118001727-7578.

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Pravidelna etvrtletni podzimni schaze Ceske vzdekavaci nadace, ktera je znama pod anglickou zkratkou CEFT, co2' znamend Czech Educational Foundation of Texas, se konala 14.fijna 2000 v arealu Texaske university v Austin y e state Texas ye velmi pekne mistnosti.

Po avodnich forrnalitach a pfivitani feditela nadace a hostil pfedsedou Sboru feditela bratrem Clintonem Machannem jsme pfistoupili k poslechu zprav o einnosti katedry eeskeho jazyka. Vedoucim katedry slovansk/ch jazyka na Texaske universite je Dr. John Kolsti, kter/ Ulna universite od roku 1966. S radosti oznamil, 2e katedra byla nucena zorganisovat druhou tfidu ee g tiny, co2 nemi pro neho pfekvapenim, pro tote katedra se sna21 ziskat zajemce o studium ee gtiny. V planu jsou dal g i dva anebo vice pfedmetu studia pro stadijni rok 2001.

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Czech Heritage and Cultural Corning Events November 17 Time to Remember - The 11th Anniversary of The Velvet Revolution: "The day in time we cannot forget—a day to always remember." Reception,

including refreshments, from 4 - 8 p.m. at the Czech Cultural Center Houston Marketplace, Northwest Mall.

November 18 State Czech Heritage Society Fall Meeting—at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street, Houston.

November 20 Deadline to apply for CEFT scholarships given in the name of Dr. Eduard Micek and Dr. Henry R. Maresh. Awards will be announted by February 28, 2001.

For information or to receive an application, please write to: George Pazdral, M.D., J.D.. Secretary of Matice, 6635 White Marsh Valley Walk, Austin, Texas, 78746.

December 5 Wharton County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society annual Christmas party/dinner, 7 p.m.—at the fellowship hall of the First Christian Church. A special program is being planned.

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. Displayed will be Christmas ornaments, crystal, pottery, porcelain, linens, lace and much more! The Market Place, Northwest Mall, 290 at 610 N+W. Contact Effie M. Rosene (713) 6866362.

December 12 Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas Christmas party.

Beginning January Through April, 2001 Czech Language Instruction, Second Session, 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.—offered at Sokol Houston, 1314 West Patton, one block north of North Main and one block east of Airline or exit West Patton off I45. Classes will be taught by Mrs. Pivonka and Mr. Kudrna, a native Czech.

Later enrollment in subsequent class sessions is accepted and every effort is made to help later arrivals. For further information, call any of the following telephone numbers: Lillian Pivonka (713) 861-7403; (713) 862-6594; or (713) 666-2782.

February 27, 2001 "Fayette County Day" —at the State Capital in Austin and the Rotunda has been reserved for the Fayette County Czechs and Germans providing entertainment alternately from 12 to 1 p.m.

May 3, 2001 Dinner/Dance in San Antonio—at the St. Anthony Hotel to benefit the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center at LaGrange. Music is being provided by the Bobby Jones Orchestra. Individual tickets per person are $100; a settlers table of 10 is $1,000; an explorers table of 10 is $2,000 and pioneers table of 10 is $5,000. For additional information regarding this event, please call Mary Ann Kocurek Rodgers at (210) 8222757, Loretta Valenta at (210) 648-5962 or Sara McDaniel at (800) 628-6028.

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14NESTNIK—Wednesday, November 8, 2000

Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Church CCD Building in Pilot Point.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Sunday, November 12-50th Wedding Anniversary Friday, November 17—Soical Night, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, November 24—Birthday Party Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 8265863.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR Monday, November 27—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m. at the Veteran's Memorial Hall in Weimar.

Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Meeting location to be announced.

LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.

LODGE 14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. for the upcoming summer months. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month.

For hall rental and dance information, call (254) 593-4473 or (254) 593-3456.

LODGE 17, NEW TABOR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

LODGE 18, ELGIN Sunday, November 12—Granger Polka Boys, 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person.

Sunday, November 19—Bastrop County German Heritage Club Dance, Dinner and Silent Auction: Open to the Public. Cloverleaf Orchestra, 2 to 6 p.m. Dance $6 per person.

Dinner 3 to 7 p.m. Dance/Dinner $11 for adults, $2.50 for children. Proceeds to benefit area high school senior scholarships.

Sunday, December 10—Christmas Dance: Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person. Bring snacks for your table 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. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Alma Schmidt at (512) 281-4371; for reservations, call Mildred David (512) 2615272; for band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is non-smoking.

LODGE 20, GRANGER (Please note the date change of the November lodge meeting.)

Sunday, November 14—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m./General clean-up Night. If you have any questions, please call Rubie Loessin (512) 8592765 or Norma Cavanaugh (512) 859-2550.

Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 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 Thursday, November 9—Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 11—Evans 25th Anniversary Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For

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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 (2811487-3291.

Lodge Reporters and Event Coordinators Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is one week prior to the publication date of issue. Send your updates to: VESTNIK, do SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX listings to: (254) 774-7447. EMail listings to: bvanicek@wm.com For classified advertising rates, please refer to the rate charts below or call the Editor at 1 (800) 727-7578 for more information. Thank you.

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LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Sunday, November 12—Lodge meeting at 12:30 p.m. Sausage dinner will be served in conjunction with meeting. Election of officers for 2001 will take place at this time also.

Sunday, December 10—Lodge meeting and Christmas meal.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. in the meeting room on the ground floor of the SPJST Hall building at 106 Leveridge Street in East Bernard.

LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, November 10—Country Classic Friday, November 17—Granger Polka Boys Friday, November 24—Polka Stars Friday, December 1—Earl Beatty Sunday, December 3—Country Classic, 3 to 7 p.m.

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) 352-9139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Sheller (512) 365-.

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Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth Club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 in Millie. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Molberg (979) 5433044 or (979) 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, November 11—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, November 18—Granger Polka Boys Monday, November 20—Board meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, November 25—Central Texas Sounds Saturday, December 2—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Sunday, December 3—Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, December 9—No Dance Saturday, December 16—Open Monday, December 18—Board Meeting, 7 p.m.

Star Hall is a Non-Smoking facility. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53.

All Saturday dances in 2000 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Louis Kohutek (254 983-2261 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone on Saturday night.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.

LODGE 49, ROWENA 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 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 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE 35, ELK Sunday, November 12—SPJST Pavelka Cemetery Association meeting, 2:30 p.m.

SPJST Lodge 35, Elk meeting, 3 p.m.

LODGE 54, WEST Sunday, November 19—Sokol Fried Chicken Dinner Fund Raiser

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. To hall: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East throu g h Bellmead and go approximately 8 mTles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying "Elk". Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the road will dead, end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156.

LODGE 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 Saturday, November 11—Louise Class Reunion Sunday, November 12—Election of officers for 2001 Sunday, December 3—Bingo, 2 p.m. Smoke free day Sunday, December 10—Lodge Christmas party and Installation of officers Saturday, December 16—Wedding Sunday, December 31—Private Party

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.

Wednesday, November 8, 2000-VESTNIK/15 Dinner/Social, REA Building; details to follow.

LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

Lodge meetings are held in March, June, September and December.

LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.

Phone: (361) 852-9982 or (361) 854-8423.

LODGE 106. LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in La Grange at 7:30 p.m.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-746151395-8; AL-00061-9887-0.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted.

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 3481514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557.

LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps at (254) 778-4371 (Shop) or (254) 773-6164 (Home).

LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, November 11-Johney Dyson, big band music, *Dress Code. Tickets $11 each.

Saturday, November 18-Bobby Layne, big band music, *Dress Code. Tickets $12 each.

Saturday, November 25-Granger Polka Boys, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each.

Saturday, December 2-Jack Melick, big band, *Dress Code. Admission $12 per person.

Saturday, December 9-Bobby Jones, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each.

Saturday, December 16-Manny Green's Christmas Dance, big band, *Dress Code.

Admission $11 per person.

Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p .m. Regular games start at 7:45 .m. p -41 001. For License No. 3-00-6212077 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, November 12-Lodge Meeting/Election of officers for 2001 Sunday, November 19-Mikula's, p/w, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 3-Music by Harry Czarnek's Texas Dutchmen of Houston/ Members and Friends Christmas party. More information is coming from the dance committee.

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. Country/ western music on the first Sunday and polka/waltz music on third Sunday every month from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Ballroom dancing every Friday night sponsored by Zane Laurini's Stardust Ballroom. Refer to the SPJST Vestnik and listen to KBEC 1 390AM on Sunday's at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3FM at 2 p.m. for more news of our activities. Call 1 (800) 332-9303. For your large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries or other special events, please call Joyce (817) 62 4-1 3 61. 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-first and third Tuesdays. Youth Club meets the second Sunday. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday.

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 Sunday, November 1 9-District Six fall Meeting, Inez Community Center, hosted by Lodge 97.

Sunday, December 3-Annual Christmas

LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas.

LODGE 133 SAN ANTONIO Sunday, November 19 - Thanksgiving dinner at the Good Shepherd Church in San Antonio. Members are encouraged to attend and are asked to bring a side dish and dessert for their family. Dinner will be served at 12:30 followed by the meeting.

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 Saturday, November 12-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Sunday, December 2-Annual Christmas party Sunday, December 10-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 148, BLESSING Sunday, December 17-Blessing V.F. Dept., 2 p.m.

LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Hinze Bar-B-Que Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas. The time for the meetings is 7 p.m.

LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Ginny Prasatik, Secretary, at (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date and time.

LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 427-8160.

LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, Sept. and Dec. at 3 p.m.

Saturday, November 11-TNT (CAN Music) Sunday, November 12 - The Travelers, polka and waltz music, 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets $6 per person.

Saturday, November 18-Down Time Saturday, November 25-Rental Private Party Saturday, December 2-Diversion Saturday, December 9-Michael T Saturday, December 16-Aces High 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. Lodge 172 rents the hall on the last Saturday of each month. For reservations, call the lodge hall (281) 4873297. 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 6:30 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 I-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) 4352286; 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 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 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October and December.

LODGE 186, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.

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 Saturday, November 11 - President's Ball For lodge rentals, contact Frank Juarez at (409) 875-4676. For dance reservations, contact Marilyn Page (409) 632-1124.

Meetings are held at the lodge hall located at 1715 Hughes Street in Lufkin, Texas.

Regular dances are on the third Saturday of every month. Reservations for tables at dances will be made on a first call basis.

LODGE 195, CLEBURNE ..edge meetings are the first Thursday of March, ,une, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST 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 Hu meister 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 3 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank in the Community Room.

LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Monday of the month at the Senior Citizens Center, 411 Mesquite in Hico, Texas at 7 p.m. Members are urged to attend and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance is welcome.

LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas.

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LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

The seminar and discussion will be led by Chuck Kraut, with American Independent Marketing, a Leading Long Term Care Specialist

LODGE 172, PASADENA (Note: Beginning January 1, 2001, Lodge 172, Pasadena will hold a dance on the first Saturday of each month. The hall will be open for rentals the rest of the month. The dances will be held at the same time next year as they were this year 8 p.m. to 12 midnight.)

Please call Albin or Elaine Machu at [5121365-5489 to reserve a space for this important session.

Trust is earned over time, and success comes with the ability to grow and change over the years. The SPJST has a long history of providing quality life insurance products, annuities, home loans and fraternal activities to Texas families. We look forward to continuing our long history of service to you far into the new millennium.

SPJST The Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas Traditional Values in the New Millennium 126 Lodges Around the State Home Office: 520 North Main Street • Temple, Texas 76501 • 1(800) 727-7578 • info@spjst.com