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HUMANITY Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503
September 26, 2001
ISSN-07458800
VOLUME 89 NUMBER 37
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Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates Barbecue Cook-Off at Lodge 29, Taylor Fish Fry at Lodge 49, Rowena Hamburger Social for Lodge 151, Wharton (See Lodge Letters Section for Details.) Czech Heritage Month in Texas October SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Begins October 1 District Four Family Fun Day at St. Ambrose Hall, October 6 hosted by Lodge 160, San Angelo SPJST Home Office Closed October 8 October 9-11 SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting at the SPJST Home Office October 13 Peanut Festival - Lodge 107, Floresville Lickskillet Celebration - Fayetteville October 20 Czech Heritage Dayat Lodge 24, Cyclone October 20 Free Dance by Melodion Band from Czech Republic October 20 at Lodge 183, Arlington October 21 District One Fall Meeting at Lodge 17, New Tabor, hosted by Lodge 39, Bryan October 21 Turkey and Dressing Dinner at Lodge 35, Elk October 27 Make a Difference Day October 27 Progressive "42" Tournament at '..ocige 48, Beyersville October 28 District Three Fall Meeting at Lodge 25, Ennis October 28 District Six Fall Meeting at Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje October 28 Lodge 88, Houston Czech Heritage Day —SPJST-
Sept. 28-29 Sept. 29 Sept. 30
Making Beautiful Music Lodge 172, Sales Representative Clarence Pert!, top left, displays one of his handmade violins to Kyle Closner of College Station at the September 8 Kolache Festival in Caldwell, Texas. Brother Pert!, who was set up in the Caldwell Bank building, has crafted approximately 20 violins and violas since retiring from Shell Oil in 1980 as an electrician. Many of his instruments have earned top honors in national artisan competitions. With each spruce or maple instrument taking between 200 and 300 hours to complete, it's a painstaking art form that remains a labor of love.
is that time again .. . Time to
get your big lodge events included on the SPJST 's 2002 Calendar!
As in past years, local lodges and districts are encouraged to post their major lodge events on the 2001 SPJST Calendar. Send your information to the Editor/ Director of Communication c/o SPJST Home Office, before September 29. You may also send your calendar dates, via E-mail to vanicek@spjst.com . Thank you!
Czech music DJ fills need for community Reprinted with the permission of The Dallas Morning News By Diane Jennings Staff Writer LA GRANGE, TEXAS — Drive down the road in this small Texas town on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and you may hear the toe-tapping sounds of and accordion blaring a polka from the radio. And disc jockey Lee Roy Matocha chattering in Czech—Tex-Czech to be precise. The bilingual polka pundit who broadcasts every other afternoon on tiny radio station KVLG-AM, is one of a dwindling number of Czech language broadcasters on the air in this area that was heavily settled by Czech immigrants in the 19th century. "Up until right after the Second World War, Czech was extremely
common," said Dr. Woody Smith, executive director of the local Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center. "You would hear radio broadcasts all the time." Mr. Matocha, 69, speaks the language of his forefathers—with a Texas accent. He has never been to the Czech Republic but grew up speaking the language in the nearby town of Plum. "What you hear is what you get," he says of his accent. Dr. Smith says the Czech spoken in South-Central Texas "absolutely has its own flavor . . . they developed their own way of saying things and talking about them. It's Czech, but it's a variety." He estimates a million Texans claim Czech ancestry. He doesn't know how many speak the language, but he said it's not heard as often as in the past. The language is still popular
enough, however, to draw a loyal following for programs like Mr. Matocha's "Czech Hour." For some people, "it's almost like a religion," Dr. Smith said. "At a certain time your radio tunes to it." When station manager Ray Cerney moved to Texas from Minnesota four years ago, he was shocked that he couldn't understand the afternoon program except for occasional translations of commercials into English. "I could just imagine someone driving along the interstate and wondering 'what the heck is this?" Mr. Cerney said. Mr. Cerney, who coincidentally is of Czech ancestry but doesn't speak the language, says he planned to keep the program for a while and then "dump it." The station doesn't track program audiences, Mr. Cerney said, so he (Continued on page three.)
A member of SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville, Lee Roy Matocha's syndicated Czech music program can be heard on seven radio stations throughout Central and South-Central Texas.
2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, September 26, 2001
FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK
VESTNI SPJST Herald
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OFFICERS HOWARD LESHIKAR PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 771-1359
GENE McBRIDE, FICF VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 780-1906 Cell Phone: (254) 534-1450
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
District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Tx. 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (915) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 74-44 Meiners Rd., Ledbetter, Tx. 78946 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Tx. 77437 - (409) 543-6220 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, Rt. 2 Box 13, Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx., 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Martha Durham, 7221 Riviera Dr., Fort Worth, Tx. 76180 - (817) 281-0666 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (915) 651-8045 District Five - Edna Wehring, 1831 Crystal Ct., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2815 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Tx. 77971 - (512) 874-4461 District Seven - Polly Bayer, 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Tx. 78114 - (830) 216-7954 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, Rt. 1, Box 24-A, Dime Box, Tx. 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Norma Cavanaugh, Box 276, Granger, Tx., 76530 - (512) 859-2550 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Tx. 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo. Tx. 76903 - (915) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angelton, Tx. 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Tx. 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 850 North View, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130 - (830) 606-7787 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR GLADYS YATES (254) 773-1575
STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST Cell: (254) 541-5555 Home: (254) 778-9194 E-mail: jimatspjst@aol.com
Home Phone: (979) 272-3265 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878
STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICTS 1 and 5 Lynn Johnsen, FIC (979) 680-0248 Cell Phone: (979) 412-1267 E-mail: Ljohnsen@prodigy.net
FRANK E. KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II
DISTRICTS 2 and 3 Jerry kCucera, FIC (254) 826-5425
DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I
Home Phone: (254) 773-4801 3514 Preston Oaks Dr., Temple, TX 76504
JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN DISTRICT III Home Phone: (254) 826-5882 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, TX 76691
STANLEY R. BROZ, VICE CHAIRMAN DISTRICT IV Home Phone: (915) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855
LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 864-2163 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, TX 77008
MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-3279 407 Taos Street, Victoria, TX 77904
BOB J. BAYER, CHAIRMAN DISTRICT VII Home Phone: (830) 216-7954 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114
BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Clarence R. Matula, Box 533, LaGrange, Tx. 78945 - (979) 968-2881 District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Tx. 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Tx. 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381. Rowena. Tx. 76875 - (915) 442-4841 District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Rd., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2136 District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Tx. 77414 - (979) 244-4415 District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive. Pleasanton. Tx. 78064 - (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Stanley Mrnustik, 202 N. Shaw St.. Caldwell. Tx. 77836 - (979) 567-4386 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx. 76501 - (254) 985-2282
DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz, FIC (915) 442-3038 or (915) 442-3141 (Home)
Want to Go Camping. Here's Your Chance
Have you ever gone camping? If so, then you know how good it is to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. Add family and friends to the mix and the experience becomes all the more memorable. With that in mind, please note that from October 27-30, Lodge 130, Dallas will host its annual camping trip at Old Fort Parker State Park, located between Grosebeck and Mexia in Central Texas. What's more, they invite you to join them. "We've got an entire section of the park rented for the weekend. That gives us room for 96 people," says Lodge 130, Dallas Vice President and Fraternal Activities Coordinator John Vrla, who is coordinating the trip. "There are about 30 in our group so we're extending this invitation to all other SPJST members and families to come out and join us." Old Fort Parker State Historical Park is a tribute to the Parker family and other pioneer families from Crawford County, Illinois who came to settle in Texas in 1833. On May 19, 1836, Comanche Indians attacked their encampment. Five were killed and five were captured. The 21 survivors made their way to where Palestine is today. The most famous of the captives was Cynthia Ann Parker. She adapted to Indian ways and later married Chief Peta Nocona. Quanah Parker, the last great Comanche chief, who was
involved in the Battle of Palo Duro Canyon, was the most famous of their three children. The Fort Parker Cemetery, located nearby, includes the graves of the people killed at the fort in 1836. "Without question, there's a lot of history here," says Brother Vrla. "Plenty to see, do and to discover." The only charge for campers, he says, will be the park fee of $2 per adult per night. Campers who are 13 and under are free. Other than that, Lodge 130 will pick up the tab for cabin rentals and the Saturday evening meal. Other supplies which may be needed are covered in the list which appears in the Lodge Letters Section of this week's Vestnik. And, just in case you're wondering, all of the cabins are air-conditioned and heated. "Although by the end of October, we may not need it," says Brother Vrla. The annual camping trip is a Lodge 130, Dallas tradition. "This has to be at least our 25th outing," says Brother Vrla. "I remember going when I was a boy and the fun we would have." Lodges and or individual members interested in getting in on the fun and history at Old Fort Parker State Park are encouraged to contact Brother Vrla at (214) 324-0927 (home); (214) 9063385 (work) or via the Internet at jvrla@att.net .
"We're extending this invitation to all other SPJST members and families to come out and join us."
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DISTRICTS 6 and 7 Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Cell Phone: (979) 541-1616 E-mail: kkaspar@ wcec net. net STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MELANIE ZAVODNY, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: TX 76503 melaniez@vvm.com
DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, RT. 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (979) 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, 2100 Bering Drive, APT. # 217, HOUSTON, TX 77057 - (713) 974-3946 DISTRICT VII - LIZ BIELEFELD, ROUTE TWO, BOX 154-B, FLORESV1LLE TX 78114 (830) 393-6037
LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
Texas State reptile
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 horned lizard, more commonly know as the "horny toad," is undoubtedly the most unusual and well-known Texas reptile. According to the Texas Department of Wildlife, Texas horned lizard populations have declined dramatically since the 1950s. Declines have been linked to loss of habitat, over-collection by the pet trade and fire ants. The little fellow pictured above was caught on film by Nathan Block of Lodge 160, San Angelo. For his efforts, Nathan won First Place in the age 12-14 Photography category at this year's State Youth Achievement Day. Watch for other winning photos in coming weeks.
Wednesday, September 26, 2001—VESTNIK/3 Texas, more Czechs had settled in Fayette and Lavaca counties by the turn of the 20th century than any other (Continued from page one.) place in Texas. Polka festivals, social clubs, bakeries and butcher shops keep doesn't know how many people listen the culture alive. The Texas Czech to the show, much less how many Heritage and Cultural Center has understand it. But when he talked to begun building an elaborate Czech some of the 5,000 residents of this People's Center, including a library, town between Austin and Houston, "a lecture hall, amphitheater, and living lot of people would say, 'You're not history exhibit in La Grange. going to do anything with Lee Roy's Mr., Matocha, though not the only show, are you?" DJ who caters to the Czech communiThat response, and the revenue ty, is well known around the state brought in in by Mr. Matocha, who because he toured Texas for almost 51 sells advertising for the program, years with his own polka orchestra prompted Mr. Cerney to reconsider before taking semiretirement three and decide, "I'd best leave well years ago. He has been filling the local enough alone." airwaves with the bright bouncy music Mr. Matocha says he has about 35 since 1960. sponsors for the His original polka Czech language program, which version, including still airs Sundays, Gold 'N Crisp began and continFried Chicken, a ues to run in local restaurant that English. But as has as advertised sponsorship grew, on the show for 28 so did the frequenyears. "It's our hercy of his shows. A itage," said restauCzech version was rateur Emily added a few years Cernoch, of the later, and now Mr. long-running sponMatocha hosts presorship. "We try to recorded polka keep up with our programs on seven heritage." stations in the area, Like Mr. Matofrom Gonzales to cha, Ms. Cernoch Brenham. All of them are in English has never been to her ancestral home- except the Tuesday, Thursday and land, but she grew up speaking Czech. Saturday programs on KVLG. Her mother, a longtime fan, underThe Czech broadcast, though long stands Mr. Matocha's radio patter, she running, isn't widely heard. Thirtysays, but her daughter does not. five miles "is probably as far as our Nonetheless, daughter Phyllis signal carries," Mr. Cerney said. Chavirra says the show is "really neat" Mr. Matocha said he has no plans to because Mr. Matocha plays recordings retire from the program anytime soon, by her grandfather, who played in local but he's not sure anyone else will carry polka bands. on the tradition when he does. Mr. Cerney said he kept the proWhen he was growing up, Czech gram because he realized that "people was spoken on the street between that speak Czech truly enjoy it. It neighbors. These days "you have to brings something close to them. Those ask people in Czech to speak to you," of us who can't speak Czech, listen to he said. the English part and like the music." The next generation of Matochas The program fills a need for the doesn't weak Czech, Mr. Matocha community, he said. "People like to said. "I have a daughter who played have that feeling of home." with my band," he recalled. "She sang For many in Fayette County, them Czech songs with me just word "home" is defined by Czech traditions for word—she didn't understand a and folklore. word she was saying." According to the the Handbook of —SPJST-
Czech Music DJ
"For many in Fayette County, 'home' is defined by Czech traditions and folklore."
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT
mg. You can reach her by phoning (361) 293-6818.
SPJST introduces five new sales representatives The SPJST is pleased to announce the appointment of the following sales representatives: Hector Segura, Lodge 107, Floresville/ District Seven, lives in San Antonio with his wife, MinHector erva. belongs to Amigos of Small Business and the Hispanic Cham- Hector Segura ber of Commerce. He enjoys golf, fishing and tennis. Hector can be reached by phoning (210) 431-3504. Kathleen Kopecky, Lodge 97, Placedo/ District Six, lives in Fulton with her husband, Franklin. They have three children. Kathleen keeps busy with remodeling her Kathleen Kopecky house, reading, sewing and refinishing furniture. You may contact Kathleen at (361) 7295595. Catherine ()pries, Lodge 63, Sweet Home/ District Six, lives in Sweet Home. She has three children. Catherine enjoys spending time with family and friends and read- Catherine Quarles
Adeena Reyes, Lodge 172, Pasadena/ District Five, lives in. Houston. She has four children. Adeena enjoys walking, kickboxing, real estate investing and her children. Contact Adeena at (409) 978-2331.
Adeena Reyes
Kim Stellhorn, Lodge 149, Alvin/District Five, lives in Santa Fe with his wife, Cindy and two children. Kim's interests include reading and collecting fire fighting memorabilia Kim Stellhorn weather and instruments. You can reach Kim by phoning (409) 925-5458. In many cases, your local SPJST sales representative is someone you know and someone who knows about the many insurance options available to you. When you are ready to review your present coverage, please give your local lodge sales representative a call. To locate an SPJST sales representative near you, please contact the SPJST Insurance Department (800) 727-7578 and they can put you in touch with a sales representative in your area. The SPJST Home Office located in Temple, Texas, is a fraternal life insurance organization which offers a complete portfolio of insurance products, annuities and various local fraternal activities. —SPJST-
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Universal Life
SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Rates subject to change without notice
7.25% for Annualized*
Home or Farm Mortgages: 6.50% for 1 to 7 years 6.50% for 8 to 15 years 6.75% for 16 to 20 years 7.00% for 21 to 30 years
Annuity H 6.50% for Annualized*
Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages 7.75% for 10 years 8.00% for 11 to 15 years
Roth IRA 6.50% for Annualized*
Certificates issued 4-1-93 and after
Annuity I 5.50% for Annualized* Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93 *Rates effective 8-1-2001 through 10-31-2001
4/ViSTNIK—Wednesday, September 26, 2001
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE FINANCIAL SECRETARY
Around the Districts
Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of August, 2001 Bonds Mortg Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock Certificate of Deposit EDP Equipment Hardware EDP Equipment Software SPJST Scholarship Fund Profit/Loss On Sale Of Bonds Profit/Loss On Sale Of Stock Dividend Flex Annuities Withdrawal Annuities Bond Interest Certificate Loan Interest CD Interest Mtg. Loan Interest Miscellaneous Mortg. Loan Income Royalties & Minerals Increase In Bonds By Amort. Prem. Income-Pd-Up Additions Application Fee Premiums Office Rent-Income Death Claims Death Claims-Annuities 401 (K) Flex Annuities Withdrawals Matured Endowments Premium Refund To Members Surrender Value UL Surrenders UL Surrender Charges Vestnik Vestnik Postage Youth Activities Bond Expense Mortgage Loan Expense Decrease In Bonds By Amortization Reinsurance Actuary Advertising/Promotional Appraisal Expense Commissions Contributions Dist. Frat. Act. Coordinators District Youth Counselors Society Automobile Expense Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Legal Service Expense Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Office Maintenance Office Rent Expense Organizational Expense Postage Salaries SPJST Cookbook Project SPJST Fish Fry Office Supplies Supreme Lodge Meeting Tax: FICA, TEC & FUTA Telephone Travel Directors Travel Officers Travel-State Field Representatives Travel Editor Travel-State Youth Director Travel-State Frat. Act. Coord. Research & Development Home Account Expense Cash Balance 7/31/01 Credits Debits Cash Balance 8/31/2001 Assets: Cash Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Stock Certificate Of Deposit Home Office Building EDP Equipment Furniture & Office Equipment Total Assets
DEBITS 2,153,797.62 94,922.72 48,792.44
District Two adults, youth invited to enjoy Six Flags trip on October 13
CREDITS
25,122.97 1,143,512.82 67062 1,625.00 17,101.00 19,149.22 11,538.54 3,671.65 81.79 711,775.27 593,454.77 17,092.05 6,243.62 224,150.07 536.75 6,492.63 54,803.86 39,330.70 3,000.00 305,948.17 6,000 109,225.00 89,794.52 5,904.70 235,592.92 2,000.00 55,294.46 20,515.41 9,835.00 200.00 9,294.56 10,000.00 11,561.57 2,642.49 347.83 2,277.38 112,626.77 6,875.00 12,099.74 2,258.80 31,968.17 18,294.81 217.17 15,250.71 2,448.68 3,245.15 14,892.39 130.40 4,406.67
735.48
Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary —SPJST-
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Come One; Come All to Six Flags The annual District Two trip will be October 13 to Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington. As in the past, the trip is open to both children and adults. Make plans now to reserve your tickets and seats!
Four Fun Day! Saturday, October 6 2001 54.97
270,974.42 90,547,909.87 36,355,987.57 2,113,170.82 3,434,551.70 2,010,575.36 623,758.90 197,049.78 186,956.37 $135,740,934.79
All SPJST (youth and adults) are invited to attend. Friends and family who are not SPJST members will be asked to pay $10 for the bus ride and the price of the ticket. In case of bad weather, each ticket holder will have their ticket to go at their convenience. We will try and re-schedule a time, but unfortunately, it will be by car. We have three buses reserved and what fun it would be to have all three filled. Hope to hear from you by September 29. To book your reservations or for more information, please call me at (254) 985-2396. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Youth Counselor
District
7,025.65 6,000.00 10,697.24 196.88 163,968.73 2,388.44 5,699.16 582.88 1,061.36 2,382.05 6,121.01 2,232.65 2,574.90 61.29 498.50 1,249.39 6,970.23 5,530.04 $4,487,559.61 2,742,048.21 2,016,485.82 4,487,559.61 $270,974.42
Dear Members, The annual District Two trip is planned for Saturday, October 13, 2001. Buses will depart from the SPJST Supreme Lodge at 7 a.m. promptly headed for Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington. We will leave the park at 10 p.m. (closing time) and return to Temple between 12:30 and 1 a.m. Advance tickets are $24 (tickets at the gate are $44). Due to a new ruling at Six Flags, there are no refunds on tickets. Tickets purchased must be used prior to December 31, 2001. I have ordered some tickets and can purchase up to 25 more at the discount price upon arrival. Due to the change, I am asking those planning to join us on the trip to please pay the $24 prior to September 29.
$2,016,485.82
Hosted by SPJST Lodge 160 St Ambrose Fellowship Hall Wall, Texas Mark your calendars and enjoy the fun. Registration at 11 am. Noon Meal Bingo Horseshoe Pitching Youth Club Christmas Ornament Contest Baked Goods and Needlework Contest Enter your favorite Remo hv 1 p.m.
Now, That's an Idea! Ideas are highly perishable. Ide7ts require special handling from the time they are born until they're transformed into practical ways for doing things better. Don't let your ideas escape. Write them down. Every day, lots of good ideas are born only to die quickly because they aren't nailed to paper. Memory is a weak slave when it comes to preserving and nurturing brand new ideas. Carry a notebook or some small cards with you. When you get an idea, write it down. People with fertile, creative minds know a good idea may sprout any time, any place. Don't Mt ideas escape . . . Fence them in . . . Then, when the time is ripe, put them to work for yourself your job, your future. — David J. Schwartz The Magic of Thinking Big —SPJST-
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District Six Fall Meeting October 28 at Lodge 40, El Campo - Hillje Dear District Six Members, This year we have some new contests for our Fall District Six meeting. We are hoping to have lots of entries and encourage everyone to participate in as many of the events as possible. Cash prizes and ribbons will be awarded for first, second and third places in the following district contests. Please review the rules and guidelines of participation. Christmas Ornament Contest Adult lodge men and women can show their creativity and enter one ornament in the contest. The ornament must be the person's own creation (not store bought or a pre-assembled kit). You may use any material appropriate for a Christmas ornament. Styrofoam balls are allowed. Overall size for ornament must be no larger than six inches, excluding ornament hanger. Judging will be based on the following criteria: Creative Ability - 45 points Skill and Design - 35 points Appearance and Neatness - 20 points Cake Baking Contest Adult lodge. men and women can bake one cake. Entry must be on/in a disposable container. The recipe must accompany the entry. Judges will taste all entries and score the cakes as follows:
Taste and Flavor - 40 points Creative Ability - 30 points Texture - 20 points Color and Appearance - 10 points Needlework Contest Adult lodge men and women can enter one needlework craft. Entry must be made entirely by hand and includes embrodery, crocheting, knitting, needlepoint and latch hook. All stitches must be visible on front and back of the entry. Items may be framed but cannot cover any stitches. Judges will score the entries as follows: Level of Difficulty - 35 points Creativity and Design - 30 points Educational Value - 25 points Neatness and Appearance - 10 points Horseshoe Contest Adult lodges can enter as many two member teams as possible. This contest will be held if the weather permits. Contest rules and regulations will be provided that day. All entries must be registered by the contestant. The deadline to register an entry will be 11:45 a.m. at the district meeing on Sunday, October 28 at the SPJST hall in Hillje. If you have any questions regarding the District Six contests, please call me (361) 798-3347. Good luck to everyone on their entries. See you there! Fraternally, Helen Zabransky District Six Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
The SPJST Youth liltievet. A Fraternal Life Insurance Plan for Young People Ages o to 15. Children will outgrow clothes and the shoes but the SPJST Youth Achiever life insurance certificate offers benefits that can last a lifetime. What's more, it's very affordable!
You can get $10,000 to $50,000 of life insurance coverage for your child or grandchild for just pennies a day. Premiums are low: $5.40 monthly or $6o annually per $io,000 unit of coverage, with a maximum of five units per youngster. The SPJST Youth Achiever certificate also builds cash value. Accidental death and payor disability riders are available.
For more information on the SPJST Youth Achiever Life certificate or other financial products, please contact your local lodge sales representative. SPJST members, ages six to high school senior, are encouraged to join an SPJST Youth Club. SPJST Youth Clubs provide opportunities for members to make new friends, learn responsibility, learn leadership skills, serve their communities and have fun. The Program also conducts summer camp. For details, contact your local lodge or any of the District Youth Counselors listed on page two.
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_Jeffers Section Lodge 1, Fayetteville readying for Midnight Madness, Lickskillet festivities SPJST Lodge 1 is being spruced up a bit with the installation of vinyl flooring in the kitchen area, painting the banisters on the front porch, rehanging some of the shutters and repairing outdoor restrooms. This is all being done as preparations are being for the "Midnight Madness" activities in Fayetteville starting Thursday, October 4, 2001 at 8 a.m. to midnight and again both Friday, October 5, and Saturday, October 6, 2001. This is done in conjunction with the fall antiques weekend in the area. It gives everyone the opportunity to shop in Fayetteville day or night at all the shops in Fayetteville and dealers at the SPJST hall which will be open until midnight. Food is available on site and at restaurants to town with free parking and free admission. Lickskillet Coming October 20 The Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce is also getting ready for its 25th anniversary "Lickskillet" event which starts Saturday, October 20, 2001 with a Barbecue and Bean Cook-off, Horseshoe Tournament at the SPJST hall and at 7 p.m. the Crowning of Chamber Queen at the high school cafetorium. Throughout the day you can tour the Fayetteville Museum and have fun at the Pumpkin Patch and shop for arts and crafts on the Town Square.
Vestnik, c/o SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: vanicek@spjst.com or info@spjst.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578
Sunday, 0Clober 21, 2001 is always fun because Fayetteville has the best parade and, of course, this year is no exception which starts at 10:45 a.m. The Fayette Czech Singers and Dancers with Lee Roy Matocha accompanying them on his accordion will perform after the parade at the Gazebo on the Town Square. Delicious pit barbecue beef and sausage along with trimmings ($6 per plate) prepared by the Fayetteville Knights of Columbus will be served starting at 11:30 a.m. You can also get beef and sausage to go at 10 a.m. Ice cold refreshments are sold on the Square throughout the day with proceeds to benefit Fayettevlle's Precinct Courthouse Restoration. The auction starts at 1:30 p.m. with Buyer's Bonus drawing for $100. After the auction, Todd Fritsch of Fayetteville will provide the musical entertainment along with a street dance. Throughout the day on Sunday, October 21, there will be arts and crafts on the Square, Pumpkin Patch and tours of the Fayetteville Area Heritage Museum. Should it decide to rain, the event will be held at the new Fayetteville Community Center. Next Meeting October 4 SPJST Lodge 1 will meet Thursday, October 4, 2001 at Keilers Restaurant at 11:30 a.m. for its regular monthly meeting and luncheon. All Lodge 1 members planning to attend are asked to call President Louis Polansky (979) 378-2231 by Tuesday, October 2, 2001. Irene Polansky —S PJST-
Fun on the Midway Wesffest celebrants Ann and James Schoeneman of Lodge 9, Snook enjoy a refreshing break in front of the Lodge 6, Cottonwood Sausage Shop. Ann serves as District One Assistant Youth Counselor. According to Westfest Director David Kolar, this year's Labor Day weekend celebration attracted more than 25,000 visitors.
6rVESTNIK—Wednesday, September 26, 2001
Lodge 6, Cottonwood sponsors barbecue cooking team in Meridian cookoff
Lodge 24, Cyclone invites one and all to envoy Czech Day, comfig events
Hi! Our SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood along with the SPJST Supreme Lodge of Temple are the sponsors of a team each year to The National Championship Barbecue Cookoff. This cookoff is held in Meridian each year in August. Entry in the cookoff is by invitation only and teams must be winners of qualifying championships in order to receive an invitation.
Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 24, Cyclone cordially invites you to observe Czech Heritage Day at Flag Hall in Cyclone on Saturday, October 20, 2001. Doors open at noon for the celebration which will include a polka mass, public dance and a huge fireworks display. Please note -- if you, your lodge or business would like to place an ad in the tabloid Lodge 24 is publishing to promote Czech Heritage Day and other coming events, please call Brian Vanicek at (254) 985-0007 before Friday, September 20 with your advertising message. Distribution will include retailers in Bell, Falls, Milam and Williamson counties. The Praha Brothers will provide free entertainment from 1 to 4 p.m. At 5 p.m., men, women and boys and girls of all ages and denominations are invited to attend the polka mass with music by Vrazels Polka Band. Later, from 7 to 10:30 p.m., the Vrazels will play for your listening and dancing enjoyment. Tickets for the evening dance will be $5 per person. Ages 13 and under will be admitted free. Sausage plates and hamburgers will be available. This year's fireworks display will feature a patriotic theme and start shortly after the band takes intermission at 9 p.m. There will also be a prize drawing held that evening. Several nice prizes will be awarded. Tickets for the drawing are available from active members.
Congratulations! We were honored to sponsor our team again this year. They were Herbert Brem, Dale Sembera, Brian Sembera and Brad Hurst. They do a good job representing us and they won first place in pork shoulder. Congratulations, guys! This cookoff has over 200 cookers from all over with other teams from West and the surrounding areas. I believe it was estimated that 8,00010,000 visitors went through the gates in Meridian. They had lots of activities, such as horseshoe and washer tournaments, beach volleyball tournament, arts and crafts, foods, live entertainment and a dance. For the first time, they had the Lone Star Mower Racing Association Time Trials throughout the day. An important part of the festivities is the Celebrity Cookoff with this year's celebrity prize money benefiting Camp John Marc. Camp John Marc is a carefree environment for special kids, being a 140 acre site donated by Jan and Marc Meyers as a living tribute and memorial to their son, John Marc, who died in June 1987, of a rare form of cancer. It is located 85 miles southwest of Dallas in the peaceful, rolling hills of Bosque County. It gives hundreds of children with special health needs the chance to learn new skills from peer relationships and develop greater independence and self esteem. Again, congratulations to Herbert, Dale, Brian and Brad on your first place win! Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST---
That's the Spirit On a regular basis, the membership of Lodge 6, Cottonwood extends monetary gifts to deserving groups in the community and various statewide charitable projects. In July, the lodge offered its support to the SPJST Home Office effort to assist victims of Tropical Storm Allison and to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) in LaGrange. LEFT PHOTO: Bobby Dobecka presents flood relief check to SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Gladys Yates. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 6 member and TCHCC Treasurer Ernest Bezdek accepts check from Lodge 6 Reporter Stella Perez.
Lodge 8, Weimar reports on August meeting SPJST Lodge 8 held its regular monthly meeting on Monday evening, August 27 at 1 p.m. with 23 members and guests signing the register.. All officers were present. President Leo Jares opened the meeting, by welcoming everyone. Reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for our departed followed. Secretary-Treasurer Jo Ann Jares read the minutes of July meeting and gave the treasurer's report, which were accepted as read. Under communications, a letter was read from one of our 50 year mem bers, Susan Crutchfield who has been finally contacted living in Sealy, Texas. Susan writes that at the age of six, her parents bought her SPJST policy and her pin is to be presented at a later date. Other Communications Lodge 8 has met its Mission 2100 Quota and First Step so far with more prospects for Honorable Mention. New members accepted were Thuriey Marie Lee of Hallettsville; Monica Mahnke of Willis and A.J. Shumbera of Weimar. There were four new transfers to
our lodge—Beany Gun, Joseph E. Pesak, Jr., Joseph E. Pesak, Sr. and John •Paul Pesak. The District Six Barbecue Cookoff and Children's Fall Festival was discussed. and a report of Lodge 8 members to be in attendance and sponsor the raffle booth was given. Members reported at the raffle book sales have been very good and much comment has been made of the excellent raffle items. Also, Leo and Jo Ann reported to the group that they attended Lodge 4, Hallettsville meeting on Sunday, August 12 and set up a raffle ticket table with a great success. For a very interesting program, a video taken by Anton and Joan Machacek of Moulton, one of our members, was shown of their recent trip to the Czech Republic. This video was taken by Anton and showed the country and many places of interest. that they visited. Thanks, Anton and Joan, for an excellent program. There were no anniversaries or birthdays for August. Refreshments, carry-in food and fresh-popped popcorn was enjoyed by those in attendance along with the usual visiting and reminiscing. Our next meeting will be on Monday, September 24 at the Veterans Memorial Hall, Weimar. Make plans to attend. Visitors always welcome. Fraternally, Leo and Jo Ann Jares —SPJST--
Barbecue Cook-Off and County-Wide Sale Make plans too, to attend Lodge 24, Cyclone's Eighth Annual Barbecue Cook-Off and Countywide Sale Day on Saturday, November 3. This is always a fun event and everyone is invited to enjoy the karaoke on Friday evening. The kitchen will also be open! Please note that the cook-off features guaranteed prize money of $1,500. For cook-off information and an entry form, please contact Harold Vanicek at (254) 583-2335. For sale day information and to rent vendor booths, please contact Brian Vanicek at (254) 985-0007. Booths are $20.
Way to Go, Team!
Wesifest Fun Bunch
Pictured above, from left, are Herbert Brem, Dale Sembera and Brian Sembera, first-place finishers in the Pork Shoulder Division of the Meridian barbecue Cook-Off. The team was sponsored by Lodge 6, Cottonwood.
Pictured above, from left, enjoying the Labor Day weekend Westfest celebration are Billy Vansa (47), Evelyn Vansa (47), Albin Machu (29), Elaine Machu (29), Tammy Machu (29) and Travis Winkler (29).
Wednesday, September 26, 2001—VESTNIK/7 check for the raffle donated by Mattson Financial Service L.L.P. The lodge thanks these persons for the gifts. Turkey Dinner October 21 October 21 is our turkey dinner. Be sure and tell your friends about the dinner and if you can, please come and help. Bring something for the bake sale. Dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. till ? . Plates will be $6 for adults, $3.50 for children.
Made in the Shade
Next Meeting October 14 Our next meeting will be October 14 at 3 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Banik —SPJST-
Clarence and Margie Niekamp of Lodge 47, Seaton enjoy icy treats as they listen to music by Frank Dirba and the Little River Polka Boys at the Caldwell Kolache Festival. According to estimates issued by festival officials, this year's celebration attracted approximately 30,000 celebrants. New Year's Eve Tickets Tickets are now available for the New Year's Eve Dance at Flag Hall. Music will be by country artist T.J. Taylor and reservations are advised as last year's dance was a sell-out! Please call Bobby Hoelscher at (254) 985-2357 to reserve your tickets and/or tables. Tickets are $10 each. Sincerely, Lodge 24, Cyclone Officers and Trustees —SPJSTSPJST GRADUATE
TRACY ELLEN KLUSACEK Congratulations to Tracy Ellen Klusacek of Eddy, who recently received a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences from Texas A&M University. While at Texas A&M University, Miss Klusacek was named to the Dean's Honor Roll. She also received a Distinguished Student Award. She was a member of the Omega Phi Alpha National Service Society and participated and volunteered in other various activities. Miss Klusacek graduated Valedictorian in 1996 from Bruceville-Eddy High School She is the daughter of the late Alfred L. and the late Ginger Klusacek and the niece of Albert and Patsy Koslovsky of Cyclone and Jimmie and Shirley Franklin of Temple. She is presently employed with the City of Temple Parks and Leisure Services and is a lifelong member of Lodge 47, Seaton. —SPJST-
Lodge 47, Seaton Lodge Karel Jonas, reports on No. 28, East Bernard September meeting reports on After two weeks of rain, we have September meeting now enjoyed two weeks of beautiful
Dear Members, A short report on the September 9 monthly meeting: The meeting convened with a fair quorum present. After opening ceremonies and major reports given, some motions were made and passed to take care of business. Everyone stayed for the fraternal hour buffet luncheon. Before the meeting adjourned, young member Jessica Kelner presented Grandparent's Day certificates in recognition of Grandparent's Day to those members present who were grandparents. Thank you, Jessica. On a somber note, we have learned one of our members of 64 years, Brother Herman Laidolf is very ill. What we know and can say is he is in God's hands at present. In his years as a member, Brother Herman served on several lodge committees and in recent times, was a great help to the lodge as well as this writer. We wish him the best. Next Meeting October 14 To the faithful: A letter about the October meeting is in the mill. It will be on the 14th, make yourselves a note and this writer remains ... Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President —SPJST--
Lodge 35, Elk turkey dinner set for October 21 On September 9, the lodge meeting was called to order by President Randy Pavelka. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Evan Pavelka. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes. They were approved as read. Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave her report. Ella Mary Kimble brought a quilt for our raffle donated by Jo Ann Nors and Elizabeth Kubitza brought $100
sunny weather. It is hard to believe that summer is over and fall is here. Our monthly meeting was held Sunday, September 9 at 2 p.m.— another beautiful day! President Edwin Pechal called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. Youth Club members Thomas Flaherty and Patrick Greger brought in the flags and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Members remained standing for a moment of silence in memory of members Frank P. Sefcik, Ella Sefcik Johnson and Richard J. Stevens. May they rest in eternal peace. Forty-five members and two visitors, Freddie Schroeder and Dorothy Skrabanek, attended the meeting. Joyce Skrabanek reported a get well card was sent to Julie Vitek. Welcome Aboard New members welcomed were Kathryn Elizabeth Richter, Brandon Keith Kosel, Clarence A. Sodek, Vlasta F. Havlik, William F. Havlik, Sr., Irma A. Klinkovsky and Maracella Ann Malcik. Correspondence was read and acted on. It was decided to donate $100 to the Seaton School Restoration Project. Several community members are putting a lot of effort in raising funds to restore this old building and it will certainly be an asset to the community. Secretary of the Board Edwin Vasicek read the August board minutes. Grandparents Recognized President Pechal recognized all grandparents since it was Grandparent's Day. He also reported the Little River Catfish Association will be having a bean cookoff Friday and Saturday, September 28 and 29. Friday night, September 28, we will have Karaoke outside if the weather is nice from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Also hamburgers, french fries and plenty of cold beverages will be sold by Lodge 47. Saturday morning, the Youth Club will again be making breakfast tacos. Ruth Hanusch, Fraternal Activities
Coordinator, reminded members about the District Two Meeting at Academy. She also commented on a cruise that will take place February 16, 2002 from Galveston. Interested members can contact her. Treasurer Gladys Marek gave her report as well as all chairpersons.
Lodge 54, West member earns funeral director license Aderhold Funeral Home is proud to announce that Janice Kaluza has recently received her Texas Funeral Director's License. She has Janice Kaluza been employed by the funeral home for over five years. Janice graduated from the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service on May 26, 2000. State law requires all persons wishing to become a licensed funeral director and embalmer to attend an approved school and serve a required apprenticeship. In order to receive an apprentice license, they must pass written, oral and practical examinations. Janice has been serving her required apprenticeship with Aderhold Funeral Home in West. In making the announcement, Robert Payne, president of Aderhold, stated, "Janice has always looked for ways to serve her community. We believe her caring arid compassionate attitude goes very well with the Payne Family tradition of thoughtful service." Janice is married and she and her husband, Freddie, have five sons, Shawn and his wife, Naomi, Justin and his wife, Kerri; Brandon, Jacob and Nathan. They have three granddaughters, Kylie, Karissa and Charity and a grandson, Tyler Cole Kaluza. Janice is the daughter of Herman and JoAnn Matus. Janice and her family and parents are all members of SPJST Lodge 54, West. She was the SPJST State Fraternalist of the Year first runner-up in 1999. In addition to her many community activities, she is also a sales representative for her lodge. "By becoming a licensed funeral director, Janice can now arrange every detail of a funeral, from preneed counseling to conducting the funeral ceremony to comforting 'families following the service. She will be a true credit to this profession." Congratulations to Janice for her achievement! Submmitted by, Maxine Sefcik, Financial Secretary and Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
8/171ESTNIK—Wednesday, September 26, 2001 Heidi Bartek, Youth Leader, and the Youth Club visited the meeting briefly by reading a poem and giving each grandparent candy kisses. Thank you, Youth Club. Also the youth will be going to Six Flags on October 13 (District Two) and if any adults are interested they are to contact Heidi or District Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky. The March of Dimes will be using our "jail" again this year. It will be in Killeen, Temple and Waco. Lodge 47 is looking for a cleanup chairperson. Interested persons may contact President Edwin Pechal. A new sales representative was elected - Gordon L. Kohutek. He has been a member of Lodge 47 all his life. Good luck selling, Gordon. Happy birthday to Beth Rabroker, Lowvica Lucko and Monroe Lucko. Happy anniversary to Calvin and Dolores Skrabanek and Johnie and Laverne Vanicek.
Important Dates to Remember • September 28 and 29 - Bean Cookoff sponsored by Little River Catfish Association • October 7 - Lodge 47 meeting, 2 p.m. • October 10 - Audit of all books, 7 p.m. • October 27 - Czech Heritage month observed. Music by Jerry Wayne Haisler. Door prizes will be given. • January 19, 2002 - Midwinter Tarok Tournament at Lodge 47. • March 2, 2002 - Annual fund raiser. Our prayers go out to all the people who have been touched by the tragedy in New York City. It is hard to realize that anyone can be so heartless with no feelings for the human race as the people are who committed this crime. Fraternally, Adeline Kohutek Reporter/secretary —SPJST-
West Chamber of Commerce Honors Raymond and Lillian Mat-us Raymond and Lillian Matus were at the local stock shows — not just among the recipients honored at the West school students, but students in annual West Chamber of Commerce surrounding communities as well." Banquet held July 26 at Lone Star Soukup- described many of the Hall in West. ways the Matus' have volunteered The Matus couple, who are also their services to the community over active members of SPJST Lodge 54, the years. Lill served as a West West, were honored as the chamber's Volunteer Ambulance Association Citizens of the Year for their years of volunteer for many years. Ray volunteer work in the community. served on the Assumption Parish "There are probably no other two Church Advisory committee and has people in this been an associate community who director for have devoted as Westfest for sevmuch time and eral years. given as much as The couple have themselves to "been involved help others as with West Sokol these two," said Gymnastic activiSteve Soukup, ties for over 21 prior to their years. During receiving the Westfest, you will always find Citizens of the Year award. them doing what "Wherever there they do best, is a need, you will managing the Sokol Funnel find these two Raymond and Lillian Matus people working, Cake booth and often side-by-side, always doing teaching new members how to make what needs to be done." those delicious funnel cakes just right "West can be very grateful that so the customers keep coming back they combined as a team almost 52 for more." years ago and that the entire commu"Though it has not always been nity has been the recipient of much easy, Ray and Lill have always been of their generosity," he continued. there to help whenever the commuRay Matus purchased the Louis nity needed them. You can always Horsak Blacksmith Shop in 1951 count on Ray for a donation to supand he designed, built and repaired port a charity, a school function or a farm equipment in that building. fund raiser to help someone over a The business moved in 1956 to its hump," Soukup said. current location as Westex Welding. "Ray and Lill have voluntarily The company and buildings have managed Lone Star Hall for nearly experienced many expansions over 15 years. During that time, they the years. The company went from a have made numerous improvements general, all-purpose welding and both to the building itself and to the machinery repair shop to an equip- management process. Today, the ment-conversion business. Since hall stands as a tribute to the skill 1965, Westex Welding Company has and energy of these two dedicated fabricated over 1,600 custom fire people," Soukup added. Submmitted by, and rescue apparatus bodies, mostly in support of volunteer fire departMaxine Sefcik, Financial Secretary and ments throughout Texas. Fraternal Activities "Ray and Lill, through Westex Coordinator Welding Co., support many >-1,A students in their annual animal projects —SPJST-
Fun in the Sun Caldwell's Annual Kolache Festival was blessed with beautiful weather this year. Pictured above, enjoying the sunny Saturday afternoon are Sarah and Brandon Pechal of Lodge 47, Seaton.
Lodge 48, Beyersville hosts Progressive "42" tournament The SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville will host a progressive "42" Tournament on Saturday, October 27, 2001. Registration fee is $10 and includes the noon meal, snacks and prizes. Registration begins at 8:15 a.m. and we plan to begin playing at 9:15 a.m. Fifteen games will be played with a time limit of 20 minutes per game. The tournament should, end around 4:30 p.m. We especially invite SPJST members, but anyone is welcome. You do not need a partner as all players will draw numbers and be seated accordingly for the first round. The two winners will move to the next table and split up and play with the losers who remain at that table. There will be no head table, thus all winners will move. We will use the same rules that the SPJST uses. We ask that players please pre-register so we can determine the food needs; however, it is not a must to pre-register. To pre-register or for more information, please contact Bobby L. Wuensche at 2451 County Road 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421; or call (512) 365-3013. Fraternally, Bobby L. Wuensche --SPJST-
Lodge 88, Houston reports on September meeting President Helen Hegwood opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. The flag was presented by Sales Representatives Vincent Hegwood, Marie Stayton and Lowrina Lindemann. We were then led in the Pledge of Allegiance. The names of nine deceased members were read and a moment of silence was observed in their honor. Recording Secretary Ho Orsag read minutes of the August meeting. They were approved as read. She then read a note from the family of Benjamin Schulte, thanking the lodge for the flowers on his behalf. New members were then voted on and accepted into the lodge. Sales representatives signing on new members in September were Fred Buri with one; Delores Fennell with one, Dorothy Pflughaupt with one and Larry Pflughaupt with two.
Report of Officers President Hegwood presented the flood assistance checks to flood victims. First Vice President and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Marie Stayton thanked the flag bearers — all sales representatives — for carrying the flags. She said that the October flag bearers would be members of the Investigating Committee. She also read an essay entitled "Do You Have A Survival Kit?" Second Vice President Tillie Helmcamp reminded us that the fall meeting in Pasadena will be a great time. Secretary-Treasurer Roberta Lodge Johnson read the Profit and Loss Statement for August, 2001. Youth Leader Barbara Gonzales reported on the State Youth All members of Lodge 49 are invit-. Achievement Day held in Temple on ed to a membership fish fry on August 4. Lodge 88, Houston had 16 September 29 beginning at 3 p.m. first place winners, three second place Members are encouraged to attend. winners and one third place winner. The lodge will provide everything, so Our senior individual talent entry won come on out and enjoy the fellowship second place. The youth are trying to help Tropical Storm Allison victims and fish fry. by painting, and other odd jobs. The Fraternally, Halloween party is scheduled for Nancy Schwertner Saturday October 20, so please come President join us. —SPJST-
49, Rowena fish fry set for September 29
Wednesday, September 26, 2001—VESTNIK/9 Committee Reports Entertainment Chairperson Betty Theiss thanked her committee for helping at the dances. Sydney Jurchak reported for Chairman of the Board Cleburn Lincke. He suggested that we make the following donations from the Bingo Committee: $500 to ARC Peach Unlimited; $1,500 to the DePelchin Faith Home; $500 to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation; and $750 The Salvation Aiiiiy Food Pantry Drive. A motion was made by Larry Pflughaupt and seconded by Johnny Broz. Motion carried. We will have a worker's party on October 6. This is not the regular "Worker's Party" but a work party at the lodge by the members to clean up around the lodge. Blueroom Chairman Pat Bruce reported that the Blueroom Party was highly successful and made a nice profit. The next Blueroom Party is on December 16, 2001. Kitchen Chairman Hilbert Pechacek reported that they do need your help. He has sign-up sheets in the back. Birthday Club President Flo Orsag reminded everyone that we have tickets for the yo-yo coverlet to he awarded to the winner on Czech Day. Social Night Chairman A.J. Stayton said bingo is doing well. The Men's Club is doing fine also and they are still saving newspapers and Fiesta receipts. President Hegwood requested that the Decorating Committee do some decorating for Czech Day. Scholarship Committee Linda Wehring reported that the college scholarships are for high school students only. Forms for these scholarships are in the office. Rules and Regulations Chairman Gene Barcak announced that he has a new grandson and that he lost his car and house in the flood. He also reported that his son got married in France and that they went to the wedding and had a reception in Houston when they returned. Aferwards, he said that his daughter called and said that she was having a baby — a granddaughter! He's had quite a busy summer. Gene said that if you have changes to be made to the rules and regulations, please fill out the forms which are in the office and make sure to get them back to the office before the October meeting. He also reported that the Choral Club is singing on Czech Day, October 28. Practice will be on the first and third Wednesday in October.. Concert Orchestra Chairman Jim Rhode announced that the orchestra has been playing. They will perform in Bellville in September and at Lodge 88, Houston on Czech Day. Benevolence Chairman Dorothy Pflughaupt reported that from January through June, we had 226 fraternal acts, with 3,252 volunteers for a total of 7,662 hours. Then we had 142 community activities with 909 individuals for a total of 2,985 hours. As of June 30, we had 28 new members with 36 new policies sold. We have reached the platinum award status and are still trying to reach higher goals.
District Officers Report District Director Larry Pflughaupt reported that the basement at the Supreme Lodge in Temple had some water damage and that the National Fraternal Congress would be held in Florida from September 19 - 22. Districts One and Five State Field Representative Lynn Johnsen is having a meeting for the sales representatives on September 24 in the Annex Building at 7 p.m. Another meeting will be on September 25 in Lufkin. A third meeting will be on September 27 in Needville. District Five Assists Danbury Little League Larry has $3,000 which the Supreme Lodge gave him to give to charitable organizations as he sees fit. He is giving $1,500 to the Danbury Little League after the loss of the concession stand due to fire. Another $1,500 check will be given to the Heights World War II Memorial Fund. will be on AARP classes September 27 and 28. He thanked Louis Hanus again for his and his wife's donation to the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum. District President Evelyn Mikeska was not able to be here, but Carol Philip gave her report for her. She reminded everyone about the District Five Meeting at Lodge 172 on September 16. They will have a short business meeting during which time they need to elect a Vice President to take Fred Buri's place. There will be tarok playing, "42" and bingo. Our President announced the top August applications written was Robert Kieschnick - Lodge 142 and top insurance written was Helen Hegwood - Lodge 88. Ed Micuka is going to the hospital for tests. Georgia Lincke is still in the hospital and may go home soon. Cleburn Lincke thanked everyone for the phone calls and cards. Tom Marsh is in the Rehab Center and Leland Hensley is home from rehab. Royal and Laura Bell Warnasch have both been in the hospital and also Al and Eileen Leidy are on the sick list. Please remember all these members in your prayers. There was no old or new business. Guide Josephine Pflughaupt was not present. Dorothy Pflughaupt reported for her. "Happy Birthday" was sung to the birthday observers. Our refreshments were furnished by the anniversary celebrants and Don and Melanie Spies in honor of Don's birthday. Winners of door prizes of $5 each were Pauline Traylor, Lydia Marsh, Mary Rosnovsky, Adele Hughes and Dennis Roeder. Prizes from the Supreme Lodge went to King Hegwood, David Cook, Elsie Rosnovsky, Tillie Helmcamp, A. J. Fabrygel and Clara Broz. The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. Next Meeting October 8 Our next meting is on October 8. Be there! Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Recording Secretary —SPJST-
Friends and Family These Wesffest participants enjoyed a full day of fun and were ready to make a night of it when this photograph was taken about sundown. Pictured above, from left, are Celia Dobecka (6), Jamie Lyn Novak (84), J.J. Novak (84), Benedikt — a German friend, Meribeth Novak (84), Johanna Sulak of West, Dr. Jim Novak (84), Linda Novak (84) and Bessie Petr (84).
Lodge 88, Houston Birthday Club Sisters report on September meeting The Pledge of Allegiance was recited after President Flo Orsag called the meeting at 11:15 a.m. Secretary Ellen Miculka had the roll call with 22 members present. Secretary Ellen Miculka read the minutes from the August meeting and were passed. Treasurer Mary Quider gave her report and it was passed. Vice President Evelyn Zajicek asked for cake bakers for October and they are Margaret Spahr, Allyne Adams, Ellen Miculka, Margie
Anders, Lowrina Lindemann and Willie Mae Ermis. Kitchen workers are Margie Anders and Willie Mae Ermis. Thank you, ladies. The birthday sisters decided to have sandwiches and salads in October. It is so much easier for the club sisters. Thanks a million, Margie and Ernest Anders. They always make the coffee, tea and set the table for our meeting. Thanks, again. Margie has been a great help. I learned a lot from her. Also from Flo and Ellen. Thanks, ladies. Sunshine Chairman Almeida Bravenec sent birthday cards to Evelyn Gutkowski, Delores Condon, Georgie Buchanan, Edna Wehring, Edna Froelich and Josephine Pumilla. Ticket Chairman Bessie Dewer
Roy and Lydia Alholm Celebrate 55th Wedding Annivesary Congratulations to Roy and Lydia University. Mrs. Alholm served in Alholm, who celebrated their 55th the Navy Waves during World War wedding anniversary on September II as a personnel supervisor, is a 2, 2001 with a family dinner at the retired teacher from the Fort Worth famous Fort Worth restaurant, Steak Independent School District and is a graduate of North and Ale, hosted Texas State by their son, R. University. L. Alholm and Both are memhis aunt, Frances bers of Sokol Matthews, Fort Worth, Lydia's sister. SPJST Lodge 92, Roy and Lydia Friendship Club have three grandand PoLK of A. children, Roy also is a Matthew and member of the wife, Julia, and Finnish AmerDaniel and ican Association Timothy Alholm, while Lydia is a all residing in the member of the Glen Ellyn, Dallas Circle of Illinois area. Czech Women The Alholms and the Fort were married Roy and Lydia Alholm Worth Retired August 31, 1946 School Teachers in the Navy Communications Chapel in Association. The Alholms have lived in Washington, D.C. She is the former Lydia Tirk of Colleyville. Mr. Colleyville for 37 years and previAlholm served in the Army Finance ously resided in Fort Worth for 14 Department during World War II. years, St Louis, Missouri, for two He is a retired manufacturing engi- years and Ogden, Utah for two neer from LTV in Grand Prairie, and years. is a graduate of Texas Christian —SPJST-
10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, September 26, 2001
Lodge 130, Dallas invites members, friends to join in fall camping trip
SPJST Supports Danbury Little League On September 5, 2001, SPJST Lodge 139, Danbury in conjunction with the SPJST Supreme Lodge, presented Tommy Harvey, president of Danbury Little League, with checks totaling $1800. The funding will help replace the appliances in the announcer/concession stand at the little league baseball park that was destroyed by fire in July of this year. Pictured, from left to right, District Five Director Larry Pflughaupt, Tommy Harvey and Lodge 139 President Lonnie Lostak. reports keep bringing the nice gift. It makes the table look nice. Birthdays for September are Eva Richards, Julia Kinnamon and Ellen Miculka. The sisters sang, "Happy Birthday" and wished all many more. On the sick list are Ellen Miculka's husband, Ed. He was in the hospital with a blackeye and kidney stones, but he can't have surgery. He will take medicine for it. Good luck, Ed. Lydia Marsh's husband, Tom is in a rehab hospital. He fell and cracked two ribs. He is dong better. He will be going home in two weeks. Good luck, Tom. Evelyn Mikolas' nephew, Scott Baethe of Georgetown, Texas at home is getting better from a severe heart attack on September 1, 2001. He was in the Heart Institute in Austin. He is the son of J.D. and Joyce Baethe of Houston. Joyce Baethe's father, Floyd Hanson died. He was buried on September 14. He was at Rest Haven Funeral Home. Our sympathy goes to the family.
Bessie Lero died on September 10, 2001. Service and burial was on September 12 with Earthman Funeral Home. Our sympathy goes to the Lero family. Calcutta was won by Julie Kinnamon and Ellen Miculka. Margaret Spahr said number 354 and behold, it was 354. She got the third prize. Oh! We are going on a short trip October 17 to Country Steak House to eat. We will be meeting there at 1 p.m. Flo, the president, reported that the yo-yo quilt or coverlet has brought in a lot of money. She still has tickets. Good luck, sisters. You are all doing a good job. Plan to Be There Don't forget about the Czech Day on October 28. See you next month. Fraternally, Evelyn Zajicek Vice President —SPJST-
have. Hiking, fishing, games, relaxation, and some good OLE fraternalism the SPJST way. Reminder: If you can't be there for the entire three-day period, please come at your convenience — even if it's only for the day — to share in the fun and fraternalism. This is a good time to bring a guest to get them to join our lodge and the SPJST and share the fun and fraternalism with us. Just bring extra groceries for guest. Lets get the word out. Please RSVP by October 15 to John Vrla at 214-324-0927 or email jvrla@att.net Fraternally submitted, John Vrla
Dear Members and Friends, From October 27-30, Lodge 130, Dallas will host its annual camping trip at Old Fort Parker State Park, located between Grosebeck and Mexia in Central Texas. We've got an entire section of the park rented for the weekend. That gives us room for 96 people. There are about 30 in our group so we're extending this invitation to all other SPJST members and families to come out and join us. The only charge for campers, he says, will be the park fee of $2 per (Editor's Note: Please contact Brother Vrla for a more detailed listing of adult per night. Campers who are 13 camping supplies you may need to and under are free. Other than that, bring. Also, please see the editorial on Lodge 130 will pick up the tab for cabin rentals and the Saturday evening page two for more information about Old Fort Park Parker State Park.) meal. —SPJSTJust a few rules: No pets are allowed in the lodge or cabin; likewise, all pets must be on a leash. Public consumption or display of Lodge alcoholic beverages is prohibited. Gathering of firewood is prohibited. Fires may be banned due to dry conditions, check with park ranger. All nine cabins have heat and AC. No assignments. First come; first Members of Lodge 151: served. Members of Lodge 151, Wharton, Each camper will be responsible for do not forget to attend our hamburger cooking and clean up for one meal. A social on Sunday, September 30, 2001 sign up will be posted. at the Hungerford KJT Hall beginning at 3 p.m. What to Bring Bring a favorite dessert or side dish 1. Personal toiletries; towels, soap, to be served with the hamburgers. etc.; The lodge will furnish the fixings for 2. Sheets, blankets, pillow, and matthe hamburgers. tress pad for extra comfort; Members and guests are welcome. 3. Flashlight; Please let us know how many will be 4. Bug spray; attending from your family. 5. Folding chairs; Fraternally, 6. Firewood — only if fires are Rita J. Vanek allowed due to dry weather; Fraternal Activities 7. Games: cards, dominoes, horseCoordinator shoes, washers, Frisbee, volleyball (979) 543-6220 and net, etc.; —SPJST8. Fishing stuff and small boats or canoes are allowed on the 750-acre lake; 9 Hiking boots or comfortable shoes for nature walks; Lodge 10. Good attitudes and ready for a good time, good food, and good fraternalism.
151, Wharton invites members, guests to hamburger social in Hungerford
155, Austin reports on lodge, member activities
Meals and Activity Schedule Friday night Brown bag. Saturday Breakfast Sausage gravy, biscuits, fruit Saturday Lunch Sloppy Joe's, beans, fritos, chips and cookies Lodge 148, El Maton Meets Monthly In August, SPJST Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar presented Lodge 148, El Maton with a check for $500 upon the lodge's decision to convert from quarterly to monthly meetings. Pictured above, from left, front, are: Treasurer Gay Lynnn Thurmond, Blake Zielonka and Secretary and Youth Leader Diana Johnson. BACK: State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Gladys Yates, Sales Representative Cindy Anderson, Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar, Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, President David Zielonka, Vice President Frank Hahn, State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom. Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department.
Saturday Supper ° Provided by the lodge Please RSVP by October 15 so we will know how much food to prepare. Saturday night campfire with smores and storytelling and music, bring along your best ghost stories, campfire stories, campfire songs and instrument. If fires are not allowed we will use the recreation hall. Sunday morning devotional to give thanks to our Creator for all that we
Summer trips taken by our members kept them "on the road again"— some several times, but to different places. Whether by car, plane, or ship, everyone enjoyed themselves. Alice and Ginny Prasatik were evening wedding guests of Alice's granddaughter, Ginger Billingsley, from Spring, Texas on May 27. It was a gala occasion for three reasons. First, it was a lovely wedding celebration. Second, it turned out to be a surprise Prasatik family reunion. Third, Alice was privileged to see and hold her first great-great-grandson, Gabriel, for the first time. Daughter, Ginny, likewise saw and held her great-grandson at the wedding reception. Annual Picnic Summary On June 2, our members had our annual picnic hosted by Clarence and
Wednesday, September 26, 2001—VESTNIK/11 Doris Boriski at Deer Creek Ranch near Dripping Springs, Texas. Our special guests were Lanita Anglin, and her husband, Charles, from the SPJST Supreme Lodge in Temple. Lanita gave the members useful information on increasing the amount of existing insurance policies and emphasized pushing the Mission 2100 program for increased membership statewide before the end of the year. Twenty-two people attended this meeting and picnic. Laverne Hejl made the motion and Nel Marek seconded the motion that our next meeting be scheduled on Sunday, September 9 at 2:30 p.m. at the Austin Brethren Church in Austin. On July 8, Ginny went on a six-day vacation to a cabin located in Buchanan Lake Village in Tow, Texas It was so hot that swimming in the lake didn't cool her off. The cold shower was the best relief for her. She
saw enough mesquite trees, cactus, large, jumping grasshoppers and gravel to last her a lifetime! The night sky and its millions of stars delivered a spectacular show. Still, it did feel great to get back to air-conditioning back home! Our Own National Champion We've got a National Volleyball Champion in our midst! Doris Boriski and her team, the "Volleybelles," took top honors at the U.S. National Senior Games held on the LSU campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana July 18 through 28. The Volleybelles included top-notch players from several Texas cities. Doris' team won a gold medal by defeating a Michigan team. In all, the Texas teams brought home three gold medals in the women's volleyball competition. The men won a silver and a bronze in the men's volleyball division.
Lodge 155, Austin Presents Scenes from Summer Picnic Deer Creek Ranch • Dripping Springs, Texas Members of Lodge 155, Austin enjoyed the June 2 picnic hosted by Clarence and Doris Boriski at Deer Creek Ranch. Pictured, from left, are Nel Marek, Ted Marek and Jean Motl.
Members and guests take in the shade. Members, pictured, from left, are Janet Williams, Laverne Hejl, John Hejl and guest.
Pictured, from left are Janet Jurik Lewis and Supreme Lodge SecretaryTreasurer Lanita Anglin, who presented an update on the SPJST's Mission 2100 membership drive.
Winning the gold medal in the 70- plus age group was very rewarding for Doris. It makes a nice addition the gold to medals she received in the 60 and 65 yearold age groups. According to Doris Boriski Doris, it was an exciting match. The score was tied seven times so the team had to play for extra points. The final score was 26 to 24—a great victory for the Volleybelles. The Texas State Senior Olympics recognizes people who have achieved and maintained good health throughout their lives. It promotes physical fitness, the pursuit of lifetime leisure activities and provides an opportunity for fun, recreation and fellowship. To compete in the national competition which is held every two years, a person must first qualify in the state tournament by winning either a gold or silver medal. The national contests are held in different cities around the United States. In terms of the relationships players form and the friendly competition, the Senior Games are an extension of what SPJST is already all about. Doris encourages any member who is interested in joining her local volleyball team to call her at (512) 264-2273. She will be glad to assist you.
Cruise Line for a vacation from July 24 to August 4. They went by plane to Copenhagen. From there, they went by ship to Stockholm in Sweden, Helsinki in Finland, St. Petersburg in Russia, Estonia, Gdansk in Poland, Oslo in Norway and returned to Copenhagen. Then back to the U. S. By plane. It was a pleasant and relaxing trip for both Ted and Nel. It's wonderful that they are able to travel again after missing out on a trip to the Czech Republic last year due to physical limitations. On August 5, Alice and Ginny Prasatik went by bus with other Senior Activity Center members to see a comedy play at the Gaslight Dinner Theater in Shiner, Texas. This was the same theater where Alice's husband, Raymond, had performed in while a student at Shiner High School. His photos and playbills were donated to the theater museum for display by Alice and Ginny last year. On August 23, two days after Ginny returned home from a trip to Houston, she was involved in a car accident which totaled out her car. (Her car ended up in a salvage yard in Temple true to the SPJST decal remaining on its rear window.) Ginny sustained injuries to her ribs, neck and wrist but is on the mend and able to resume normal activities. Respectfully submitted, Ginny Prasatik Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
Congratulations — Again! Congratulations to Clarence Boriski who became a great-grandfather — again! His great-granddaughter is Madison Clark, born in August, 2001 in Ouray, Colorado. Clarence and Doris have seven great-grandchildren thus far and are anticipating an eighth great-grandchild in April, 2002. The expectant parents are Clarence's twin daughter, Sharon, and her husband, Ted Marshall, of Houston, Texas. Visiting the Boriskis the weekend of September 21 through 23 were Doris' daughter, Marilyn, and son-inlaw, Hilton Henderson, from Houston, Texas. Also visiting were Leah, Marilyn's granddaughter, and grandson-in-law, Ted Robinson and their two young children, Taylor and Trey III.
Lodge 179, Warrenton reports on September meeting
What a Trip Our lodge president, Ted Marek, and his wife, Nel, left on the Princess
President Goehring opened the meeting on September 13. All recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Since the August meeting was cancelled, the July reports were heard. State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Gladys Yates and Districts One and Five State Field Representative Lynn Johnsen visited and were asked to speak. They spoke on happenings at the Supreme Lodge. It was interesting and informative. Joan Goehring fixed chicken and members brought assorted dishes. Bingo was played and a drawing for door prizes was held. Gladys Baack and Bea Vasek had September birthdays. Bo and Bea Vasek observed their 51st wedding anniversary on September 9.
Charles Anglin shares conversation with Joe Motl.
Lodge 155, Austin member Alice Another proud lady: Ginny Prasatik Prasatik embraces her great-great- holds her great-grandson, Gabriel at reunion. grandson, Gabriel.
12NESTNIK—Wednesday, September 26, 2001
The Sound of Music The streets and shops of Caldwell were filled with music on September 8 — the day of the city's annual Kolache Festival. Pictured here, members of the Haisler Family and Friend Band play traditional Czech tunes at the Senior Citizens Center at 210 West Buck Street. The band regularly volunteers its talents to support various community and cultural events. Pictured, from left, are Ben Berko, Anton Haisler, Don Haisler and Sandra Haisler McKamie. At far right is Margaret Haisler (186), who voluntarily manages the senior center and serves as one of its board members. Sister Haisler also serves as a director and Treasurer of the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum. Next Meeting October 11 The next meeting will be on October 11 at 7 p.m. at Keilers Restaurant in Fayetteville. Fraternally, Ora Lee Levien, Reporter —SPJST-
196, Houston-West meets September 25 Lodge
Please note that due to a scheduling conflict at our lodge hall, our next monthly meeting will be on Tuesday, September 25 at 7 p.m. This is for September only. We will let you know at the next meeting if the regular meeting date and time is changed. Fraternally, Evelyn Mikeska, President —SPJST-
200, Bruceville-Eddy reports on September meeting Lodge
The September 5 meeting of Lodge 200 was called to order by President Bob Miracle. The members united in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary-Treasurer Linda Roming presented the minutes of the last meeting for action and also gave us a financial report. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Dan Ferguson reported on options for upcoming activities which included a Barebecue cookoff. He discussed one of the incentives of the Mission 2100 Program which provides that lodge officers will participate in a drawing for a trip if the Society achieves the Goal of 2100 new members and cergoal tificates by year end. Vice President Gene McBride stated that Lodge 200 has already made its Mission 2100
goal and the lodge needs only one additional member to make the Bronze Award in the Lodge Incentive Program. There was also discussion about a host of other incentives. Gene shared with us that the last month was a record month for the , Society and that the society had a 79 member gain statewide. Gene was real positive about the communication throughout the organization and that this communication was having a positive impact. There was discussion about our annual event and it was agreed unamiously this would be our annual lodge Christmas party. Since we expect a large attendance, officers will be elected and probably also installed. The lodge will furnish ham and turkey and members will be asked to bring the trimmings and desert. Mark your calendars for the date, December 4 starting at 7 p.m. Also, Everyday Hero pins will be presented. A committee of three was named to coordinate the selection of those to receive the honor. Vice President McBride initiated a discussion about how we might get more involved in our community. We discussed the setting of a goal and coming up with activities that will give people a purpose to come to a meeting. More on this at our next meeting. Come on out and be a part of some exiting new things. The next meeting will be held on October 3 starting at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska Reporter —SPJST-
Worth 7riendship Club reports on September meeting Fort
The members of the Friendship Club met on Wednesday, September 5 with 29 members and one guest present. Laura Johnson was Linda
Horner's guest. President Alice Barnes called the meeting to order with a prayer being said for Lena Norman, our member who died recently. Following, Alice read a poem and then the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Secretary Linda Lewis read the minutes from the previous meeting and Mary Ann Kozel gave the treasurer's report. Both were approved as presented. Linda announced Czech Heritage Day at SPJST Lodge 92 and invited everyone to attend. Sunshine Chairperson Lydia Alholm reported mailing get well cards to Rosie Steinman and Billye Starr who had been ill recently and a sympathy card was sent to the family of Lena Norman. Lydia further reported on receiving a phone call from Louise Oujesky who sent greetings as she was not feeling well enough to attend the meeting. A call was also received from Billy King who said she misses everyone and asked for old blue jeans to make one of her quilts. A birthday card was signed everyone for Mary Pavey who will be celebrating her 91st birthday on September 20 in Alabama. President Alice reported that 148 items were brought last month for St. Thomas Food Bank and with the $25 cash, she purchased 25 jars of jelly. Everyone was thanked for being so generous. Also Alice announced the carnival to be held at St. Thomas Church on October 27. Door prizes were brought by Alice Barnes, Linda Horner and Annie Whitsell with winners being Joe Kozel, Anna Lesikar and Anna Marie Moncrief Linda Lewis brought a gift for the last game of the day. Increasing our donation for the use of the Parish Hall was discussed and the cost for having drapes made will be secured. A final decision is to be made next month. Alice announced October is the month for Little Gift exchange, and hostesses will be Merel Kovar and Libbie Vrla. The singing of, "Happy Birthday" went out to Elsie Anders, Nettie Naugle, Mary Pavey, Libbie Vrla and Pauline Walker. May you all have many more. News of Members On August 18, Martha Boenisch was surprised by a group of family members and friends for her 80th birthday. The party was given by her children, Leland, Ken and Linda and their families. Martha's brother, Frank and his family, niece, Betty Lou and Shelby, sister in-law, Esther, niece, Joyce, and cousin, Rosie, all came from out of town. The afternoon was spent visiting, playing games and, of course, eating. Everyone wished Martha a wonderful birthday and wished her many more. Keith Biggers, grandson of Pat and Bob McWilliams, graduated froth Texas A&M University on August 11 with a master's degree in computer technology. He is going to pursue his Ph.D. while working for Texas A&M University. Congratulations, Keith. Anna Marie and Bill Moncrief celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary at Gunnison, Colorado on August 14 and renewed their wedding vows at the 5 p.m. Vigil Mass of the Assumption. The original ceremony
was also at 5 p.m. on August 14 only at St. Patrick's Church here in Fort Worth. A beautiful reception followed with all their Gunnison friends attending and Aunt Agnes Reznicek even flew in to help with the celebration. We all enjoyed looking at Anna Marie's album of photos taken at the celebration. Lydia and Roy Alholm celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on September 2 with a family dinner at Steak and Ale hosted by their son, R.L. and his aunt, Frances Matthews. I'm not family, but was invited. We had a wonderful time. Lydia brought her album of photos taken at their 25th anniversary party at Lodge 92 and all the members who attended that party enjoyed looking at themselves being 30 years younger Linda Lewis and her friend are looking forward to their trip to Hawaii next month. Linda, be sure to take lots of pictures for all of us to see. Rose Steinman attended Westfest, attended the Polka Mass, participated in the parade of costumes and enjoyed singing "Pretty Dancing Girl" with Brave Combo. She said that Southern Living Magazine had a photographer there so let's be sure to watch their future editions. Maybe Rosie's picture will be in it. Rosie also participated in the parade of costumes at Loge 92 this past week end at its Czech Heritage Day. Rose Romeo has been missed lately as she has been visiting with her five sisters in New Jersey. Bet they had a good time being together. Our hostesses were Lydia Alholm, Linda Homer, Frances Matthews and Nettie Naugle they looked so professional in their aprons. One would never have known that this was Frances' first time to serve as hostesses at one of our meetings. They all did well. And, thanks, Joe Kozel, for providing your wonderful music before the meeting. Following the meeting, grace was said, a delicious luncheon was enjoyed and games were played. The next meeting will be on October 3. Don't forget your little gift and covered dish for lunch. See you then. Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST-
Brethren Christian Sisters quilt show, bake sale October 6
Temple
Please note that the Temple Brethren Christian Sisters will be having a quilt show and bake sale on Saturday, October 6. Temple Brethren Church is located at 2202 Bird Creek Drive in Temple, Texas. Admission to the show will be your free will monetary doantion or nonperishable items which will be donated to a worthy cause. As an added attraction, please note that a log cabin with star quilt to be given away October 6. Love donations are $1 each. Submitted by, Barbara Poulter —SPJST-
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Czech Heritage (Continued from page 17.)
Making the Czech Connection Texas Czech Heritage Society members provided visitors to the Caldwell Kolache Festival with source materials and suggestions on how to trace their familly trees. Manning the CHS station, from left, are Dan Hrna, Lillian Pivonka and Kathy Hanzelka. On the receiving end of all this information are Janet and Wally Namken.
Reunions Machu Family The 31st Machu reunion will be held on September 30, 2001 at the Taylor SPJST hall. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. Please inform all your family members about the reunion. Please bring a meat, vegetable and/or dessert. Bring items for the afternoon auction as well. We look forward to seeing you and your family again. See you all there. For additional information, please call (512) 859-2156. Irene A. Pavel
Kovar - Volcik Prcin Families The 19th annual Kovar-VolcikPrcin family reunion will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2001 at the Taylor SPJST Hall with registration beginning at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is asked to bring a meat and a vegetable or dessert. Drinks will be furnished. Please bring some items for the after noon auction. Elaine Machu
Trlica-Kopecky Families The 47th annual Trlica-Kopecky reunion has been set for Sunday, October 14, 2001 at the Moravia Hall in Moravia Hall in Moravia, Texas. Registration will start at 10 a.m. and lunch will be served at 12 noon. Each family is asked to bring food for their family members. Sausage, bread and drinks will be furnished. Jeanette Loewe Secretary-Treasurer September 30 Anton and Catherine Koudelka family—at Moravia Dining Hall, Moravia, Texas. For information, call Evelyn Dodds (361) 578-1419 in Victoria; Lillie Bures (361) 771-3895 in Ganado; or Lorene Vaculik (979) 5622386 in Moravia. October 6 Milberger family—at the Edge Community Center, Edge School
House Road, Off FM 974, off East Bypass, (Earl Rudder Freeway) North Bryan. For any questions, please call Willie and Josie Milberger (979) 5893289 or Evelyn (Milberger) Francis (979) 589-2508; e-mail befran@txcyber.com ; or Bill Milberger (979) 8220175. October 6 Joe John Sebek and Frances Koslovsky Sebek family—at SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone (Flag Hall). For more information, please call (254) 985-2361. October 7 Ondrasek-Surovik families—at the Cooks Point Community Center east of Caldwell. For any questions, please call Adele Englemann (979) 272-8789; Robert Ondrasek (979) 272-8157; or Viola Vitopil (979) 260-1237. October 13 Poboril - Svoboda families—at the Seaton Community Center; Seaton, Texas. Lunch served at noon. For any questions, please call Jack and Ann Thompson (817) 265-3092; Shirley Patterson (254) 985-0018; Ruth Keith (817) 275-3072; or Gary and Norma Tucker (254) 774-1228. October 14 Descendants of Vaclav, Veronica, and Anna Kasparek family—at the SPJST Hall in Fayetteville, Texas. For more information, contact Evelyn Kurecka Stiles (daughter of Lydia Kasparek Kurecka), 1400 Fairground, No. B, Taylor, Texas, 76574; phone (512) 352-2296; or Rudy Grossman (son of Julia Kasparek Grossman), 4102 Dove Lane, Temple, Texas, 76502; phone (254) 791-8889. October 21 Descendants of Joseph Orsak, wife, Apolona and daughter, Anna—at the American Legion Auxiliary Building, El Campo, Texas. For more information contact, Lorrane Kana (979) 543-2118, El Campo; Charlyne Labay, (979) 335-6088, East Bernard; Vicki Dressler (281) 542-1774, Deer Park; Willie Mae Cihal (512) 7712658, Gando; Janet! Labay (409) 2432396, Hamshire; or Viola and George Kunetka (979) 648-2129, El Campo.
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being made at the center in La Grange. The house that was moved to the center has been renovated and is used as a office. Construction on the amphitheater has begun. Mrs. M.A. Kainer reported that plans are being made on the local chapter fund raiser which is used for scholarships in Wharton County. The date decided to have plates to go will be on Wednesday, November 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. There will be more information and announcements forthcoming in the local newspapers. The committee will decide on the menu. Tickets will be sold during the month of October as that is the month designated as Czech Heritage month in Texas. Several members volunteered to help decorate the window in the El Campo Civic Center for the Czech Heritage month in October. Anyone having items from the Czech Republic is urged to bring them to the Civic Center for display for the month. Call John Drozd, President, for further informat'lon. Mr. Drozd brought "Czech Heritage" signs from the state meeting in Caldwell and members can purchase these signs to put up in their yards during the month of October. Also, donations were accepted for a Texas Czech Heritage billboard sign which will be put up on a highway to promote the Czech Heritage. Rita Vanek read a letter from the state president, Frank Mikula. Each chapter in Texas is encouraged to submit three names to the Memorial Awards. Two awards that will be selected are from the Blaha-Hejl memorial awards. One will be to a "deceased member" of the Czech Heritage Society and one to a deceased nonmember. The third award will be to a living member of the Czech Heritage Society. Several names were discussed by the members. Mrs. Vanek also stated that dues for membership for the year of 2002 are
due starting October 1 through January 31. She said that the next state meeting of the Czech Heritage Society will be held in Round Rock on November 17. Several members were planning to attend this meeting. The next regular meeting of the chapter and Christmas party will be on Tuesday, December 4 at the Taiton Hall in Taiton at 7 p.m. The place has been changed because of the "Streets of Bethlehem" production the First Christian Church presents every year at the same time. Program Chairman, Richard Chomout, introduced A.J. Kresta of Taiton who presented a very interesting and informative program of his experiences and the farming operations he saw in Southeast Asia. Mr. Kresta was one of eight farmers chosen to go to Southeast Asia on a tour as a representative of the U.S. Grains Council. He traveled to Tokyo, Japan, Hong Kong, the Philippine Islands and China. He said the Japanese are a very formal society. Tokyo is a very expensive city and the rice farms are generally two acres in size. Hong Kong is a modem city in a mountainous setting and the driving is still on the left side of the road. The Philippine Islands were not particularly his favorite place to travel. Corn and fish are the main crops in the islands. The tour group toured the South East region of China and Mr. Kresta stated that hotels and meals were very inexpensive. Most of the areas raise rice, fish, chickens and swine. Much of the farming is still done with water buffalo. Mr. Kresta stated that all of these countries have very serious problems with pollution. The meeting concluded with Monsignor Benton Thurmond closing with a prayer. The members enjoyed an assortment of refreshments afterwards. Ethel Kuzell Meek Reporter 3508 N. Mechanic El Campo, Texas 774737 (979) 543-4463
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Expression of Sympathy
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of Lodge 49, We, the undersigned Resolution Rowena, wish to express our sympa- Committee of SPJST Lodge 88, thy to the family of our departed Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our brother, entire membership, wish to express BERNIE R. MARECEK. our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Bernie passed away on Sunday, the bereaved family of our departed August 19 at his home in Rowena. He member, was born August 19, 1923 in the JOHN LEJSAL, SR. Rowena area. He moved with his 86, of Pearland who passed away family to the Fairview community peacefully at his home with his family near San Angelo, attended school at by his side. He was a loving husband, Fairview and graduated from San father, grandfather and friend. He was Angelo High School in 1941. From a member of the Carpenters Union 1942 to 1946, Bernie served with the Local 551, SPJST Lodge 88, Houston 153rd AAA Gun Battalion in the and St. Helen Catholic Church in Southwest Pacific, the Island of New Pearland. Guinea and the liberation of the He is survived by his wife of over Philippines. 57 years, Bea Lejsal; son, John Lejsal, He married Lula Schwertner on Jr. and wife, Gwen; daughters, January 28, 1948 in Rowena. Bernie Charline O'Donnell and husband, was a farmer all his life and loved David and Shirley Hunter and huspolka music. He was a member of St. band, William; sisters, Frances Turner, Joseph Catholic Church and Sons of Agnes Etheredge, Janie Beyer and Hermann and was a very devoted Sophie Trojcak and husband, Frank; member of SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena. sister in-law, Dorothy Cartwright; Survivors include his wife of 53 eight grandchildren; and one greatyears, Lula; and three sons, Ronnie of grandchild. San Angelo; Dan of Rowena; and Visitation was Monday, July 9, Glen and his wife, Mary of Midkiff. 2001 at 4 p.m. at South Park Funeral He was preceded in death by son, Home with Rosary at 7 p.m. A celeJohn William on February 20, 1951; bration of life will be held Tuesday, and parents, Laddie and Mary July 10, 2001 at 3 p.m. at St. Helen Marecek. Catholic Church, Pearland with Father Funeral services were held on Reggie officiating. Interment folAugust 22 in Ballinger. Burial fol- lowed at South Park Cemetery. lowed in the St. Joseph Catholic May our departed brother rest in Cemetery. peace. Nancy Schwertner Mary Roznovsky President Gladys Havemann -SPJSTEstelle Hillman
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Resolution of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, LADIK BARTA, 85, who passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2001. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church and retired from the U.S. Post Office. He is survived by his loving wife, Gladys; son, Richard Barta and wife, Brenda; grandson, Jonathan Barta and wife, Donna; great-grandson, Jonathan Barta, Jr.; three brothers; and five sisters. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at Waltrip Funeral Home. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 19, 2001 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church with Dr. William Dasch officiating. Interment followed in Woodlawn Cemetery. May our departed brother rest in peace. Mary Roznovsky Gladys Havemann Estelle Hillman -SPJST-
Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, BENJAMIN F. SCHULTE who was born in Hallettsville, Texas on March 1, 1926. He was the son of William and Mary Berger Schulte. He spent his younger years helping on his parents' farm. He attended Sacred Heart Catholic School in Hallettsville and a few years at the public school. Benjamin was one of ten children. His brothers and sisters include, William Schulte, Theresa Spies, Amiie Pargae, Lillie Starcich, Elizabeth Marek, Josephine Schulte, Forest Schulte, Alfons Schulte and Mary Lee Potts. Benjamin entered the United States Army on April 25, 1945. He was discharged from Fort Bragg, North Carolina on October 20, 1946. He met his wife, Mildred Renken, in April of 1944. They married on April 27, 1946 and spent 55 years of wed-
ded bliss. After his discharge from the Army, they lived in Shiner. In June of 1955, they moved to Houston where he lived at the time of his death. His survivors are his wife, Mildred; daughters, Carol Jean and husband, Rick Hass of Rosenberg and Gayle Lynn and husband, Howard, Kennedy, Jr. of Austin; and grandchildren, Kimberly Hass Freeze and husband, Benny Freeze of Rosenberg, Katherine Mary Kennedy and Howard John Kennedy, III of Austin. He also leaves his only living sister, Theresa Spies who is 93 years old and living in the Hallettsville Rest Home. Benjamin was a member of Lodge 88 and of the Texas Polka Lovers Klub of America. After his retirement, he and his wife enjoyed traveling in their trailer and visiting all the state parks and fishing, barbecuing, playing his accordion and harmonica, feeding the animals and enjoying the outdoors. Funeral services were held August 18, 2001 at Buffington Funeral Home Chapel in Shiner, Texas with the Reverend Jeffrey Eernisses officiating. Interment was in the Shiner Cemetery. May our departed brother rest in peace. Mary Roznovsky Gladys Havemann Estelle Hillman
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Resolution of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 186, Caldwell, Texas and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, JODIE BALCAR. Funeral services for Jodie William Balcar, 81, of Deanville, were held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2001 at Strickland Funeral Home Chapel in Caldwell with Reverend Henry Beseda and Reverend Al Newby officiating. A private family burial was held. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, September 2, 2001; from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, September 3, 2001; and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2001 at the funeral home. Mr. Balcar died Saturday, September 1, 2001 in Giddings. He was born September 1, 1920 in Deanville, Burleson County, the son of Joseph and Millie Zgabay Balcar. He served in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force. He was a retired rancher and heavy equipment operator. He was a member of VFW Post 4458 in Caldwell, Sons of Hermann Lodge in Deanville and SPJST Lodge 186 in Caldwell. He was also a member of Dime Box Brethren Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lavern Balcar; and one son, Michael Wayne Balcar. Survivors include his special friend, Hattie Christiansen of Giddings; son, Cary "Pistol" Balcar and wife, Patty of Deanville; two daughters, Sandi Balcar and J.D. Dawson and Suzie Lindke and husband, Ronnie, all of
Correction Please note that the name of Bohumil F Kolenovsky was misspelled in the August Death Claims Chart which appeared in the September 19 Vestnik. Brother Kolenovsky was a longtime member of Lodge 84, Dallas. I apologize for this error and express my sincere condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace. - Editor --SPJST-Deanville; four sisters, Vlasta Matter of Hunt, Lydia Pike of Kerrville, Marie McDaniel of Caldwell and Leona Salvato of Houston; seven grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Pallbearers who served were Mike Balcar, Jr., Brad Balcar, Jason Rosas, Christopher Rosas, Pistol Balcar and Renny Kocurek. Honorary pallbearers were Brandon Balcar, Jack Kocurek, Greg Kocurek and Darrell Burns. Memorials may be made to VFW Post 4458 in Caldwell or Hospice Brazos Valley. Resolution Committee Faye Luksa Shirley Hlavinka Carolyn Vavra
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Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, FRANK ALVAH WOOD, of Holland who passed away on Monday, September 17, 2001 at his residence at the age of 79. Brother Wood was born in Holland to Claude M. Wood and Emma Ferguson. He served as a Justice of the Peace for Precinct Two in Bell County for 18 years. He was a lifelong resident of Holland. He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was a master in Rogers Masonic Lodge 602 and Holland Zerne Lodge 615 and a member of the American Legion post in Holland. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Frank "Myrtle" Wendler Wood of Holland; two sisters, Gay Rohlack of Holland and Vivian Pulsen of Rogers; and two brothers, Gary Wood of Little RiverAcademy and Bill Wood of Temple. Services were at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 19 at Goodnight Funeral Home in Bartlett witirthe Reverend Alan Watt officiating. Burial was in St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery in Bartlett. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and his memory remain with us forever. Resolution Committee Glenda Liles Glen E. Latham G.L. Brisbin -SPJST-
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Youth Letters Section The District Two Trip to Six Flags Over Texas Coming October 13, 2001 Get the details. Plea.se see page 3.
Let's hear what your members and youth clubs are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-mail: vanicek@spjst.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578 Sunday, September 9 by preparing the meal and giving them leis and a glass. I want to thank the grandparents for all the help they give our youth club through out the year. I got a trophy for attending all 12 meetings. The District Three Fall Meeting is October 28 and the youth will have Christmas ornament contest. The youth will have a social on Friday, October 5. Call the youth leader about the monthly meeting. Fraternally, Traci Lynn Dobecka 9/26/01 —SPJST-
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood youths fashion hosts dinner flowers for parade for grandparents Dear Readers, The youth club held its monthly meeting, Sunday, September 9. There were 14 members present and one guest, Kalyn Nix. The youth prepared the meal for the grandparents. A tropical resort setting was made with decorations. The youth served chicken spaghetti, lasagne, corn salad, tossed salad, garlic bread and several different desserts. Everyone enjoyed the meal. The youth gave each of the grandparents a lei and a colorful glass as a rememberance of this day. At the adult meeting, the youth were presented with incentive awards given by the mother lodge, certificates for entering the tee-shirt contest, flag essay and Scholarship Fund. Trophies were given to the youth that had attended all 12 meetings. Next Meeting October 5 The next meeting was scheduled for Sunday, October 7 at 1 p.m. NOTE: We will have to change the time of our meeting to later in the day due to the RVOS meeting or we can have it on Friday, October 5 at 7 p.m. at the social. Please call me at 7998550 on which you prefer. Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader —SPJST-
Lodge 6, Cottonwood
honors grandparents in September Dear Readers, We honored our grandparents on
Dear Readers, Our last meeting was well attended. We had no new guests or visitors this time.
Lodge 40, El Camp-Hillje on Tour Following SPJST State Youth Achievement Day, members of the Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Club attended the District Six Educational Tour on Sunday, August 5. Pictured above, from left, front, are: Cory Cerny and Craig Cerny. BACK: Mrs. Vlasta Bartos, Mrs. Mary Ann Cerny and Youth Leader Ardis Bacak. Ouracraft for this month was to help make over 300 paper flowers for our float entry in this year's fair parade. During our meeting, we discussed old as well as new business. We discussed the fair as well as our grandparent's program which was held on September 9. Our next meeting will be on October 3 at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally, Heather Slenk 9/26/01 —SPJST-
Lodge 24, Cyclone
Youth Club planning Halloween carnival Dear Youth Club Members, Our last meeting was held on September 9, 2001 at 2:15 p.m. It was led by our Vice President Ashley Coots. Our new members are Justin, Jonathon and Kayla Benner. The Youth Club is planning on having a Halloween Carnival. It will be on October 28. We will have a short meeting before it. The carnival is only for youth club members, family and friends. There might be a hayride after the carnival. Our next meeting will be October 28 at 2 p.m. Bring your family and friends! Fraternally, Shelly Gerich Assistant Treasurer —SPJST-
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El Campo-Hillje Youth Club reports on August meeting New Kids on the Block Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Leaders welcome newest club members. Pictured above, from left, front, are Matthew Hoelscher and Kassie Benner. BACK: Assistant Youth Leader Ginger Greger,, Justin Benner, Jonathon Benner, Kayla Benner, Youth Leader Patsy Baker and Assistant Youth Leader Tammy Baker.
El Campo-Hillje Lodge 40 Youth Club held its regular monthly meeting on Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 1 p.m. at the lodge. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. We then elected officers. Our new officers for the year of 2001 are:
President/Assistant Treasurer Cory Cerny
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club members paid tribute to grandparents at their September meeting. Grandparents in attendance, from left, are Bernice Sebek, Vivian Cooksey and Ginger Greger. Not pictured is Jo Greger.
Vice President Donna Martinez
Treasurer Jose Enriquez
Reporter Ashley Sczech
Sergeant-at-Arms/Flag Bearer Jo Lynn Enriquez After the election of officers, the youth enjoyed painting sun catchers with the look of stained glass. The youth also enjoyed singing two songs for the adults who attended the adult SPJST meeting. The youth wore dif-
16IVESTNIK—Wednesday, September 26, 2001 ferent colored caps turned to the side and rolled out a barrel to sing, "Beer Barrel Polka." The second song was, "Bicycle Built for Two." After the meeting, the youth enjoyed a delicious coconut pie brought by Cory Cerny and other refreshments. Fraternally yours, Ardis Bacak, Youth Leader —SPJST-
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Club enjoys tour of Capitol city Members of Lodge 40, El CampoHillje attended the District Six Educational Tour on Sunday, August 5. Members and parents of the group met at the LBJ Library in Austin where they boarded a charter bus for a tour of the University of Texas campus and Sixth Street.
Next Stop Zilker Park Lunch was enjoyed at Zilker Park. From there, they traveled to the Austin Nature and Science Center Zilker Nature Preserve. They viewed the birds of prey exhibit, mammals housing and the eco-detective trail. From there, they boarded the bus to travel to the State Capital for a tour. Those attending were. Cory .Cerny, Craig Cerny, Mary Ann Cerny, Vlasta Banos and Lodge 40 Youth Leader Ardis Bacak. We all had a wonderful time. Fraternally yours, Ardis Bacak —SPJST-
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club posts schedule of events In our last meeting we celebrated Grandparent's Day, I am very lucky to have such wonderful grandparents.
Here's Lookin' at You! Members of the Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club enjoyed an outing to San Antonio's SeaWorid on July 28. Pictured above, members enjoy a show. Remember, they are our past and what we learn from them is what we take into our future. Bean Cook Off September 29 Get ready to mark your calendars. Our youth club will be selling breakfast burritos on September 29 at our lodge for the bean cook off. All members will need to be there at 6:30 a.m. Please be awake and ready to work! Next Meeting October 7 Our next meeting will be on October 7, at 2 p.m. Please bring at least four canned goods. We are going to take these to the Ronald McDonald House to stock its pantry for the upcoming holidays. Everyone should also bring a six-pack of bottled water for our upcoming "Make a Difference Day" project. Start saving pull-tabs from aluminum cans for our December project.
We have some fun events coming our way! Please contact Youth Club Leader Heidi Bartek or me by September 27 if you're planning on going on the District Two Six Flags trip on October 13. It will be another frightful trip for the youth club! Here's the Challenge Seaton Youth Club challenges all youth clubs to participate in the SPJST State Volleyball Tournament on November 17! Bring a friend to the next meeting, or contact a non-active member and ask them to join us. I pray for our nation in this troubled time, we must all remember to stand together for our beliefs, so we all have a freedom-filled tomorrow. Fraternally, Crystal Bartek, President 9/26/01 —SPJST-
SPJST youth volunteers encouraged to apply for NFCA scholarships
The Youth Club That Plays Together... TOP PHOTO: Lodge 97, Placedo members enjoyed a good workout at their Back-to-School Bash on August 4 at Gymagic. BOTTOM PHOTO: There was plenty of fun and good times at July's Splashway swimming party.
Attention graduating high school students, you may be eligible for up to $3,000 for your college tuition costs. Read on to learn how you can become a Volunteer Scholar of the NFCA Youth Volunteer Scholarship Program. SPJST is a member of the National Fraternal Congress of America (NFCA), the Association of America's Fraternal Benefit Societies. This scholarship was created to recognize young people like you— students with a passion for their community. The NFCA intends to award up to $35,000 in undergraduate scholarships for use during the 2002-2003 academic year. Awards will be made to graduating high school students based on demonstrated commitment to volunteer activities. Eight Volunteer Scholars will be awarded up to $3,000 each and 11 Honorable Mention recipients will be awarded up to $1,000 each. Scholarship payments cover actual costs for tuition, books and fees for the freshman year. Scholarships are not to be used for room and board and they are nonrenewable. In order to be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you must:
1. Be a graduating high school student; 2. Be a verified member of one of the NFCA's member societies; 3. Plan to enroll full-time in a fouryear undergraduate degree program; or plan to enroll full-time in a two—year degree program with intent to transfer to a four—year program 4. Plan to pursue a degree at an accredited four-year college or university; 5. Have ACT or SAT scores in the top 50 percent of the national norm; and 6. Have a 3.0 cumulative GPA based on a 4.0 scale OR be in the top 50 percent in class rank. Please contact Melanie Zavodny at SPJST, (800) 727-7578 or e-mail melaniez@vvm.com for more information on the NFCA Volunteer Scholarship Program. You may also visit the NFCA website at www.nfcanet.org for a downloadable version of the application. Complete applications must be received by February 28, 2002. If you meet the eligibility requirements of the NFCA scholarship, we encourage you to apply. —SPJST-
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Coming Events
CZECH HERITAGE AND CULTURE
Brazos Valley CHS, CEFT team to offer Czech course The Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society (BVCHS) is pleased to announce that its sponsorship of a 13week Czech language course. Classes, which began on September 18, will meet every Tuesday evening through December 11, from 7-8:30 p.m. in Room 103 of the College Station Conference Center located at 1300 George Bush Drive in College Station, Texas. Personal help sessions for those enrolled are scheduled from 6:30 - 7 p.m. Registration for the Czech class will be on a "first-come-first-served" basis. Tuition is $35.00 per person for the entire 13-week course. Instructional materials will be provided and no textbook will be required. There is no charge for parking at the College Station Conference Center. The class size will be limited to 25 people,however, if there is sufficient interest, a second class could be organized. As of this writing, several openings were still availbe for the Tuesday night classes. Late registrations will be accepted through Tuesday, October 2. To enroll, interested persons need to contact BVCHS President Lou Zaeske at (979) 846-2035 or via E-mail at louzaeske @aol.com . About the Instructor
The instructor will be Mr Martin Svoboda, who is from the Czech Republic. Mr. Svoboda holds bachelor's and master's degrees in Czech/English and English/Czech Translation from Palacky University in Olomouc, Czech Republic. He is working on his PhD in English and American Studies at Palacky University and is presently attending Texas A&M where he is studying English as a Graduate Fellow sponsored by the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT). —SPJST-
Czech National
Cemetery Association meets September 29 The annual meeting of the Czech National Cemetery Association will be Saturday, September 29, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. It will be held at the East Bernard Branch Library at 746 Club Side Drive in East Bernard. The meeting will be in the conference room. All members please try to attend. Guests are wel-
come to come. We have several things to discuss. There will be a social after the meeting. Tea and coffee provided. For more information, contact Helen Vrana (979) 532-3622. —SPJST--
Wharton County CHS reports on September meeting The Wharton County Czech Heritage Society met Tuesday, September 4 at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the First Christian Church in El Campo, Texas. Fifty members and guests were present. John Drozd, President, opened the meeting and Merrill Adamcik gave the opening prayer. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and the members sang the Czech national anthem, "Kde Domov Muj" accompanied by Ethel Meek on the piano. The secretary's minutes of the previous meeting were read by Marie Matcek. The treasurer's report was read by Rita Vanek, treasurer. The fund raiser for the Czech Heritage Cultural Center in La Grange was discussed. There is not enough time to prepare, for a fund raiser this year. The members decided to have a planning committee meeting in Feb. of next year and have the all day fund raiser in August of 2002. Dan Marek, a director of the Czech Heritage Cultural Center, stated that progress is (Continued on page 13.)
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November 18 Concho Valley Chapter Meeting/Thanksgiving Meal: Traditional Thanksgiving meal at 1 p.m. followed with the meeting at 2 p.m. Meetings are open to all who are interested in Czech heritage, culture and early immigration and we invite you to come out and join us for fun and fellowship. For directions to the meeting or for additional information about the Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society, please call Louis Kokes (915) 651-7994 or e-mail Sharon Skrabanek at skrab@gte.net . The Concho Valley Chapter is also listed on the State's web page http://www.genealogy.org/-czech. December 3 Dallas/Ennis Fraternal Council Meeting— Lodge 84, Dallas Council Christmas party.
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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Note: Until further notice, monthly lodge meetings will be held at Clarks Bar-B-Que in Tioga at 12 noon on the first Monday of each month. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, September 28 - Trustee meeting at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, September 29-Wedding Friday, October 5-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 6-30th wedding anniversary Sunday, October 7-RVOS 46 meeting/social Sunday, October 7-Lodge 6 meeting, 5 p.m. Sunday, October 1 4-Ashley family reunion Friday, October 19-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 20-Urban family reunion Sunday, October 21-Holacka family reunion Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 826-5863. LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar. 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 13, Dime Box meets every third Sunday at 1 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, September 30-Leroy Rybak's Swinging Orchestra; 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person 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) 2814371; for reservations, call Mildred David (512) 261-5272; for band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is Non-Smoking. LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m.
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LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, September 29 - Private Rental. Saturday, October 20-Czech Heritage Day Celebration: Doors open at noon; free music by the Praha Brothers from 1 until 4 p.m.; Polka Mass with music by the Vrazels begins at 5 p.m.; Public dance from 7 until 10:30 p.m. with music by the Vrazels; $5 for adults. Big fireworks display at 9 p.m. Sausage plates and hamburger plates available. 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 Saturday/Sunday, September 29/30Continuing Education Classes Saturday, October 6-Anniversary rental Thursday, October 11-Lodge meeting, 8 p.m. Saturday, October 13-Wedding Saturday, October 20-Svehlak wedding Saturday, October 27-Private rental Saturday, November 3-Rental Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p .m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations or more information, please call the hall (972) 875-8381 and leave a message. LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Wharton County Library located at 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, September 28-Czech Melody Masters Friday/Saturday, September 28-29Barbecue Cook-Off: An open invitation is extended to all teams throughout the state to participate. For details, please contact Jerry Tallas at (512) 365-5033 after 5 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) 3529139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Shiller (512) 365-7632.
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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, October 13-Wedding Rental Sunday, October 14-Lodge meeting; Memorial Service for Deceased Members Sunday, October 28 - District Six Fall Meeting at Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje. Watch Vestnik for details. 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 Hillje. 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 Svatek (979) 543-3044 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, Seltember 29-Jerry Haisler and Melody Five; S5 per person Saturday, October 6-Private Sunday, October 7-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, October 13-Battle Dance, 6:30 to 11:30 p.m.: Country Expressions and Fritz Hodde Fabulous Six; $6 per person. Door prizes will be given. Monday, October 15-Board meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, October 20-No Dance. Sunday, October 21-Vitek-Pechal Reunion Saturday, October 27-Jerry Haisler and Melody Five. Door prizes will be given. 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 2001 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 6 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, October 21-Fund Raiser: Turkey and dressing dinner, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please watch for future details.
LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information. regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 8265990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day).
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 through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. 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 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
Wednesday, September 26, 2001-VESTNIK/19 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 December 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. 1-751052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 8529982 or (361) 854-8423. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. A luncheon is served at noon and the meeting follows. LODGE 84, DALLAS Saturday, October 20-Mikula Orchestra Please note that the 2001 Lodge 84 Secretary is Georgia Hughes. She can be reached at (214) 321-1129. 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 Cherri Petr at (214) 352-4397 or Ben Jarma at (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps at (254) 7784371 (Shop) or (254) 773-6164 (Home). LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, September 29-No Dance Saturday, October 6-Gus Lindemann, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person. Saturday, October 13-Vrazels, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each. Saturday, October 20-Central Texas Sounds, polka/variety. $6 per person Saturday, October 27-No Dance Sunday, October 28 - Lodge 88 Czech Day: Battle Dance with music by Harry Czarnek vs. the Melodion Band from the Czech Republic presented by Miroslav Chodal. Watch the Vestnik for details.
Sunday and polka/waltz music on third Sunday every month from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Ballroom dancing on Friday night. Refer to the SPJST Vestnik and listen to KBEC 1390-AM on Sundays at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3FM at 2 p.m. for more news of our activities. Tune in KAAM-AM 770 for some easy listening music. For your large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries or other special events, please call Joyce (817) 624-1361. Dress code enforced. LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Karnes City Dairy Queen. For more information, contact E.R. "Sonny" Prasek (830) 780-2191. LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 97, PLACEDO Lodge meetings are held in March, June, September and December. LODGE 106, LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in La Grange at 7:30 p.m. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted. LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m. Sept. through May. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, October 14-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 weddings or parties, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.
Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-6212077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen.
LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.
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 151, WHARTON Sunday, September 30-Hamburger Cookout at Hungerford KJT-KJZT Hall, 3 p.m. Memorial service. Please RSVP by September 27. Guests welcome. Bring your favorite dish.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, October 7-Randy and the Roadhouse Band, c/w, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, October 21-Variety music by Czech and Then Some, 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 27-Youth Club Halloween Dance, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. C/W music by Classic Country. 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. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday. Family Night-first and third Tuesdays. Country/western music on the first
LODGE 148, EL MATON September 30 - Lodge meeting at 2 p.m. Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting starts at 2 p.m.
The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Heinz's 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, FCRT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday
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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 187, ROUND ROCK Please note: Beginning in September 2001, meetings will be on the second Sunday of each month.
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 meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, please call (512) 2551554 or (512) 255-3415.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 3 p.m.
LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m.
LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Please note: Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. Lodge meetings will be held in Charles Munday's office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger's.) The 2001 meeting dates will be: Sunday, July 8; Sunday, September 9; and Sunday, December 9, Meeting/Christmas party, location to announced. Thank you for your attention.
LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, October 6-Diversions Saturday, November 3-Texas Star
LODGE 191, LUFKIN Saturday, October 20 - Dance with music by Glenn Lenderman.
Hall is located at 3609 Preston in Pasadena. Lodge 172 holds a dance on the first Saturday of each month from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. The hall opens for rentals the rest of the month. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday, retirement, Christmas parties, wedding receptions etc., please call Vicki (281) 5421774; for reservations, call (281) 4873297. 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., unless otherwise noted. Lodge 172 is now a nonsmoking facility.
Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall located at 1715 Hughes Street. Regular dances are on the third Saturday of each month starting at 8 p.m. until 12 midnight. Please call Marilynn Page at (936) 632-1124 to make reservations. For lodge rentals, call Alma Breazeale at (936) 829-5808.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in April, July, October and January at 2 p.m.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings start at 7:30 p.m. and trustees meeting starts at 7 p.m. Youth Club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 174-18-083907 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview. LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine at 201 Centennial Street. LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on 1-35W, 1.5 miles south of Burleson. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik (817) 284-7218; Rhonda Hurtik (214) 435-2286; or John Hilcher (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Children 10 and under free. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Saturday, October 20-Melodion Band from the Czech Republic Benefit Dance. Please watch for future details. 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 136, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:3C, p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and
LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST All dances open to the public. Admission $6 per person. Watch for our letters in the Vestnik. Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For lodge and rental information, please call the hall, (281) 373-9482; Alma at (281) 351-1045; or Mary Lee at (713) 468-0432. The hall's address is 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas 77429. LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. For hall rentals, please contact James Balke (979) 8300796 or (979) 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 unless otherwise noted. LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico, Texas. Members are urged to attend and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance are welcome. Bring a guest and maybe we can make a member out of them. LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas. LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS Meetings are held every third Sunday at the Senior Citizen Building in Tahoka at 1 p.m. The youth club meets at the same time.
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