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VOLUME 89 NUMBER 41

ISSN-07458800

October 24, 2001

SPJST remains strong in light of world events Meeting at the SPJST Home Office in Temple last week, the Supreme Lodge voted to retain its highly competitive rates on its annuities and Universal Life certificates.

"We're optimistic about the future of the SPJST and the future of America," says District Seven Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Bob Bayer. "We are actively working to maintain our members support and confidence."

"Recent world

events stemming

uncertain times," says Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride. In terms of building new membership in the SPJST, Brother McBride is already projecting that 2001 will be a "banner year" for the SPJST. "When A.M. Best rates the SPJST, they make reference to our 'loyal membership base'," says McBride. `The kind of loyalty that we enjoy as a fraternal society doesn't just happen. SPJST earned it one day at a time and by sticking with its members when times are tough."

"The Supreme Lodge stands in solidarity with its members during these uncertain times."

from the tragic events of September 11 put a lot people on edge," says Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin, echoing Chairman Bayer's sentiments. In that kind of environment, she explains, it's tempting for financial institutions to hedge their investment portfolios by trimming the rate of return they offer their customers.

"We didn't do that," she says. "It isn't necessary. Because of our members and our conservative investment strategy, the SPJST remains a strong financial institution. We will continue to offer our members a highly competitive rate of return on their money."

The interest rate on SPJST Annuity II certificates will remain at 6.5 percent, at least through January 31, 2002, at which time they will again come under the scrutiny of the Supreme Lodge. The rate of return on SPJST Universal Life certificates also remains steady at 7.25 percent.

"The Supreme Lodge stands in solidarity with its members during these

SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Rates subject to change without notice

Guaranteed

Issue Program In recent weeks, the SPJST Insurance Department, under Brother McBride's direction, has been inviting current members to take advantage of "guaranteed life insurance." The program enables members between the ages of 16 and 80 with $5,000 or less in coverage to purchase additional coverage regardless of past or current health.

"Response has been very good," says Brother McBride of the guaranteed issue program. For information on the guaranteed issue program and how it could increase your coverage, please call the Home Office at (800) 727-7578 and ask for a customer service representative in the Insurance Department.

More Good News On a related note, it was reported in the October 3 Vestnik that SPJST mortgage lending rates had dropped to

Universal Life 7.25% for Annualized*

Roth IRA

Home or Farm Mortgages:

6.50% for Annualized*

6.25% for 1 to 7 years 6.25% for 8 to 15 years 6.50% for 16 to 20 years 6.75% for 21 to 30 years

Annuity II

Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages

Annuity I

7.50% for 10 years 7.75% for 11 to 15 years

6.50% for Annualized* Certificates issued 4-1-93 and after 5.50% for Annualized* Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93 *Rates effective 11-1-2001 through 1-31-2002

their lowest levels in more than 40 years. Well, if you are looking to buy land, build a home or refinance, there's more good news: The rates just got lower. The SPJST is currently offering home and farm mortgages with interest ranges ranging from 6.125 percent on a one- to 15-year note to 6.625 percent on a 21 - 30 year note. All interest rates, including business loan rates, are posted at the bottom of page one. For complete information on terms and conditions of SPJST's underwriting guidelines and details on how to apply for an SPJST mortgage loan, please call the Home Office at (800) 727-7578 and ask for Ann Paruzinski.

Consider Refinancing If you currently have an SPJST loan and would like to take advantage of the new, lower rates, here's another good thing that came out of the October Supreme Lodge meeting. It's called the "Mortgage Modification Agreement" and for a $400 flat fee, it will allow you to convert your existing SPJST loan to the new rates, plus one-quarter percentage point. Your payments will stay the same; however, with the lower interest rates, thee term will be shortened.

Entering the Home Stretch With less that three months to go in the SPJST's Mission 2100 Membership Drive, Supreme Lodge members are optimistic that the Society will achieve its goal of 2100 new member applications in the year 2001.

"The numbers look good," says Chairman Bayer. "At the current pace, we will reach 2100 members in December. That's a feather in the cap of every active sales rep and every member who has been assisting in the process by making referrals.

"We encourage everyone to keep up the good work." —SPJST-

Youth Program

joins President in supporting Afghan children In President Bush's news conference on October 11, he asked for all youth organizations across America to join together and support Afghanistan's children by donating $1. The SPJST is proud to join this effort and appreciates your support.

All SPJST youth members are encouraged to donate $1 to this project. Please mail your $1 to: SPJST c/o State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny PO Box 100 Temple, TX 76503 Please note that all dollars received will be matched by the SPJST and forwarded to America's Fund for Afghan Children in Washington, DC. —SPJST-

2/VESTNIK—Wednesday, October 24, 2001

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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SPJST HOME OFFICE TOLL FREE: (800) 727-7578 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-MAIL: info@spjst.com On the Internet: www.spjst.com

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

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to . VESTNIK do Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION: BRIAN VANICEK, FIC P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100 Home: 13851 St. Hwy. 53, 'Temple, TX 76501-3407 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 E-Mail: vanicek@spjst.com

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, 7444 Meiners Rd., Ledbetter, Tx. 78946 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Tx. 77437 - (979) 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 Momingside, 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, FTC (979) 680-0248 Cell Phone: (979) 412-1267 E-mail: Ljohnsen@prodigy.net

FRANK E. KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II

DISTRICTS 2 and 3 Jerry Kufera, 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 Pfiughaupt, 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 Pedal, 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) DISTRICTS 6 and 7 Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Cell Phone: (979) 541-1616 E-mail: kkaspar@wcecnet.net STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MELANIE ZAVODNY, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, 76503 TX - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: melaniez@vvm.com

DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, RT. 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (979) 272-3440 DISTRICT H - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 764 S. ST. JOSEPH STREET, BURLINGTON, TEXAS 76519 (254) 985-2396 DISTRICT HI - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SANDRA !ANSA, 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, FLORESVILLE TX 78114 (830) 393-6037

LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

CHANGES OF ADDRESS, PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE CONCERNING DELIVERY OF THE VESTNIK MUST BE SENT TO SUPREME LODGE FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS, P. S. 1OX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503. ADVERTISING SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE VESTNIK, P.O. BIfhX III, TEMPLE, TEXAS 76503.

Let's Hear From You Don't Be Left Out Look below and you'll see we're in the process of compiling the 2002 SPJST Member Services Directory. If you received a letter requesting an update, please send it in. If you didn't receive a letter and would like to be listed, please take a few minutes to write us with the requested information and I'll see that you get listed.

The directory is based on the idea of "members helping members." There is no charge for listings and the only prerequisite is that you are an SPJST member.

As in the past, the directory will include the broadest range of service providers. Everything from accountants and auto mechanics and caterers to beauticians, musicians and home builders are invited to list their business. Part-time business owners and those who offer seasonal commodities — ranging from fresh produce and hay to firewood and Christmas trees — are encouraged to become a part of the directory.

Over the years, some of the listings which have appeared in previous editions of the SPJST Member Service Directory have become outdated. For

that reason — even if you have been listed in past directories — it will be necessary to send in an update in order to be included in the 2002 listing.

Also, we will once again be including local lodge listings in the 2002 directory. These listings will include directions to the lodge, where applicable, and a contact name and telephone number for additional information.

Lodge secretaries are encouraged to check and see that their lodge is listed correctly in the 2001 directory.

Thanks for Giving The SPJST kicked off its annual 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive on October 1. Donations are tax deductible and 100 percent of the amount that is contributed is applied towards scholarships. Acknowledgement of individual donations will be published in the Vestnik. To contribute to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, please send your check to: 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 —SPJST-

Promote Your Business in the

SPJST Member Services Director All new for 2002! Deadline November 30.

Letters requesting updates are being mailed this week to members listed in the 2001 SPJST Member Services Directory.

Please send in an updated listing if you want it to appear in the 2002 directory.

If you haven't been included in the past, please take this opportunity to list your full- or part-time business.

Seasonal businesses are also welcome.

Listings are free.

The directory is published for the sole use of our members and is based on the idea of "members helping members."

Send your listing, including business name, service or product provided, name, address, telephone number, fax, E-mail to: SPJST Member Services Directory c/o Vestnik • 520 North Main Street Temple, Texas 76501

Wednesday, October 24, 2001—VESTNIK/3

Family Fun and Important MST Dates October 27 October 27 October 27 October 28 October 28 October 28 November 3 November 10 December 4

And the Winner Is . . .

SPJST Insurance Department staff draws for a winner in the the third quarter computer give-away. Congratulations to the lucky winner, Bill Orsag, sales representative from Lodge 9, Snook. Each sales representative who achieved his or her quota for the third quarter were eligible to be in the drawing. Brother Orsag has written 35 new members and almost $3 million dollars of insurance for Lodge 9, Snook! Congratulations, Bill. Keep up the good work. So far this year, three notebook computers have been awarded to SPJST sales representatives. Another will be awarded in January 2002. Sales representatives who meet the fourth quarter production quotas will be included in this final drawing. Pictured above, from leff, are Kathy Fritz, Cynthia Hutka, Vice President Gene McBride, Doni Powell and Susan Shofner.

Enjoy the "Fun Ship" cruise vacation you've always dream ed of taking bands and orchestras on board It's "Bon Voyage!" out of Galveston on Saturday, February 16, 2002 for five • Choice of the three swimming nights going to Cozumel and pools Calic/Cancun. What an exciting way to • On board duty-free shopping and briefings on each port of call spend one of our coldest months—on a And, imagine the gala-midnight bufsun warm and beautiful deck! Take those swim suits fets! They are and enjoy the deck absolutely wonpool and the beauderful! There are tiful white sandy dozens of fun beaches. activities, includThe fare covers ing first-run your cabin, food movies, every day and tea, coffee and on board. You can water. All bar be as active as you drinks and soft want to be or just drinks will be an take a relaxing additional charge. non-worry trip. It When we dock at is your choice. the islands, you You can be as forare free to go mal or as casual as shopping and you would like to touring. Your be. The Captain's trips and tours on party is formal. the islands will be The rates for the an extra charge cruise and all of and can be booked the above fun are Cruising the Caribbean — what an on the ship. There exciting way to spend one of our $524.15 for an are many sights coldest months. inside cabin or and visiting the $574.15 for an outside cabin with island that do not a window. You may also purchase cancost you extra.

In addition to the two exciting ports cellation insurance for $59 per person. of call, cruising aboard the Celebration Gratuities are $48.75 per person for the offers many amenities, including: five days. We leave the gratuities to • Welcome Aboard Party your discretion—more if excellent ser• Fine dining, including late night vice or less if not satisfied.

The cruise is being booked through buffets Custom travel in Victoria, Texas with • Captain's Cocktail Party Kathy Ahlstrom (361) 578-0999 or • Gala Dinner (800) 392-9986. You may make a • 24-hour stateroom service • A wide range of entertainment, deposit now and pay for your trip by including Vegas-style shows, takes December 31, 2001 by check payable place every night at sea to Custom Travel or by credit card.

If you have any questions, please • Singles Cocktail Party call Kathy or me (800) 727-7578.

• Nautica Spa program and use of Fraternally, sail shipboard facilities Gladys Yates • Full casino, including slots, black jack, craps, wheel of fortune, State Fraternal Activities Coordinator roulette and caribbean stud poker.

—SPJSTYou will be entertained by three

Czech Heritage Day at Lodge 47, Seaton Make a Difference Day Progressive "42" Tournament at Lodge 48, Beyersville District Three Fall Meeting at Lodge 25, Ennis District Six Fall Meeting at Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day BBQ Cook-Off and Sale Day at Lodge 24, Cyclone DYC Meeting at SPJST Home Office in Temple SPJST Home Office Holiday Open House

Around the District District Three Fall Meeting October 28, 2001 • Hosted by Lodge 25, Ennis Tentative Agenda

Please note that copies of the Uncorrected Minutes of the Spring Meeting will be available for you at the registration table.

10:00 a.m.

Registration with complimentary donuts, juice and coffee Registration for Youth Costume and Christmas Ornament Contests Registration for Adult Costume and Needlework Contests Lunch Tickets Sold/Canned Goods Collected (two cans per person for lunch and one for the Country Store Door Prize Tickets Sold

11:00 a.m..

Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance: Youth Flag Bearers

Sister Mary Steinman, District Three President Makayla Yates, Dakota Yates and Brooke Craig

Youth Pledge Welcome Address

Sister Linda Trojacek, Brother Jerry Mikulas Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary

Moment of Silence for Departed Members District Second Vice President

Sister Kay Lynn Kovar

Dismissal of Youth for Meeting Approval of Minutes and Correspondence Treasurer's Report

Sister Kay Weeks, District Secretary Sister Martha Hubenak Durham District Treasurer

Approval of Committee Reports District Director's Report

Brother Johnnie Krizan, District Director

12:30 p.m.

Lunch break, prayer, meal Fried chicken, parsley potatoes, corn, bread, coffee, tea, fruit cocktail Donation of two canned goods entitles District Three members to a free meal, otherwise $5 large plate; $3 small plate (No expired canned goods, please!)

1:30 p.m.

Meeting Resumes Spring Meeting,

April 28, 2002, Lodge 135 Ennis

Site Selection of District Youth Achievement Day, June 23, 2002. Any lodge interested in hosting this event should contact Bessie Petr.

Site Selection of Fall Fun Day, October 27, 2002. Any lodge interested in hosting this event should contact Mary Steinman or Kay Weeks Adjournment of Fall Meeting Fun Day 2001

2:00 p.m.

Fun begins!

Costume Contest Winners Announced Christmas Ornament Winners Announced Needlework Winners Announced Nickle Bingo, Cake Walk, White Elephant Sale, Country Store, Bean Bag Toss and Haunted House Door Prizes will be drawn throughout the day Wrap Up

4:00 p.m.

—SPJST-

4/ViSTNIK—Wednesday, October 24, 2001 follows: Taste and Flavor - 40 points Creative Ability - 30 points Texture - 20 points Color and Appearance - 10 points

District Six Fall Meeting October 28 at Lodge 40, El Campo - Hillje

Needlework Contest Adult lodge men and women can enter one needlework craft. Entry must be made entirely by hand and includes embroidery, crocheting, knitting, needlepoint and latch hook. All stitches must be visible on front and back of the entry. Items may be framed but may not cover any stitches. Judges will score the entries as follows:

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.

Level of Difficulty - 35 points Creativity and Design - 30 points Educational Value - 25 points Neatness and Appearance - 10 points

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:

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 meeting 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-

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 District

Six Presents Scenes from Third Annual Barbecue Cookoff District

September 14-15, 2001 • Hosted by Lodge 40, El Campo - Hillje Part I The District Six Third Annual Barbecue Cookoff was held September 14-15, 2001 with Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje hosting the event.

Many thanks to all who gave their time toward this very successful day.

Special thanks to Tria Svatek and debbie Sczech of Lodge 40 for chairing the cookoff and doing a fantastic job. Thanks also to Leo and Jo Ann Jares of Lodge 8, Weimar for chairing the prize drawing effort. Superb! A job well done! Thanks, too, to all who donated to the prize daring and to everyone who bought chances. We appreciate you.

Finally, thank you to all lodges, youth clubs, leaders, members, officers, sales representatives, youth and visitors who contributed in any way to the success of the District Six Barbecue Cookoff.

God Bless You All, Fraternally Karen Kaspar, District Six and Seven State Field Representative Mike Ahlstrom District Six Director —SPJST-

District Six Youth Counselor Marcy Dorotik, second from left, and District Six Duchess Jacqueline Rowland (32) enjoy ring toss.

Lodge 40 Youth Leader Ardis Bacak and Cory Cerny oversee the game.

Six Fall Meeting Agenda

Sunday, October 28, 2001 • Lodge 40, El Campo - Hillje 11:00 a.m.

Registration begins for door prizes as well as Needlework, Cake Baking, Christmas Ornament (Youth and Adult) and Horseshoe Contests 11:30 a.m.

Wheel of Fortune games begin 11:45 a.m.

Registration ends for contests 12 Noon

Barbecue brisket, sausage and all the trimmings will be served along with pudding and fruit salad

Members of Lodge 8, Weimar tend the prize drawing booth at the cookoff.

Pictured, from left, front, are Henrietta Veselka and Jo Ann Jares. BACK: A.J. Shumbera, Gene Veselka, Paul Gene Veselka, Leo Jares and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom.

The meeting will begin as soon as possible after lunch.

Meeting Called to Order Posting of Colors

Joe Siptak Lodge 97, Placedo Youth Club Members

Moment of Silence for Departed Members Leona Macha Welcome by Hosting Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje President Glenn Kaminsky Response and Introduction of Guests Roll Call of Lodges, Officers Annie Vahalik and Standing Committees Marcy Dorotik and Lisa Bubela Youth Report and Program Old Business Report on District Six Barbecue Cookoff New Business Announcements/Brief Reports Lodges are asked to bring a door prize and two desserts for everyone to enjoy. Members may also bring prizes for the wheel of fortune. Everyone participating in the district contest should review the criteria for each contest as outlined in the above letter from District Six FACHeIen Zabransky.

St. Andrew's Catholic Church which is conveniently located right by the SPJST Hall in Hillje will have mass Sunday morning at 10 a.m. They will also be having their annual fall festival that day.

I look forward to seeing everyone there. May God bless America and all the world with peace!

Fraternally, Annie Vahalik, District Six Secretary

—SPJST-

Members of Lodge 148, El Maton proudly accept the SPJST District Six Travelin g Trophy from District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom.

Smile Lines Why is it that if someone tells you that there are 1 billion stars in the universe you will believe them, but if they tell you a wall ha, wet paint you will have to touch it to be sure?

— Contributed by Roy Haag, Lodge 185, New Braunfels

Wednesday, October 24, 2001--ViSTNIK/5

Lodge Letters Section

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

Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, d 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

Lodge 1, Fayetteville reports on October meeting The Fayetteville SPJST Lodge 1 met Thursday, October 4, 2001 at 11:30 a.m. at Keiler's Restaurant for their quarterly luncheon meeting.

Guest Lynn Johnsen, SPJST Districts One and Five State Field Representative from College Station, talked to members about the 2001 incentive program, selling SPJST insurance certificates and recruiting another sales representative for Lodge 1. She also mentioned that letters had been mailed to members of each lodge with $5,000 or less of insurance coverage with the SPJST. These members, provided that they are between the ages of 16 and 80, have the opportunity to purchase additional insurance — regardless of past or present health and without a medical examination — through November, 2001.

Lynn also talked about ad valorem taxes and the need for each lodge to talk to county tax offices and school boards regarding taxable properties.

The matter was also addressed by President Polansky and the action he has taken on behalf of Lodge 1.

With regard to statewide fraternal activities, Lynn mentioned the fivenight "Fun Ship" cruise vacation out of Galveston on Saturday, February 16, 2002 to Cozumel and Calic/Cancun that State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Gladys Yates put together. Statewide participation is invited.

Fifty-Year Pin Presented President Louis Polansky presented 50-Year Membership Pins to Carol Chovanec of Fayetteville for her husband, Anton Chovanec and Ruth Froebel of Houston. Congratulations were extended to them for achieving this significant milestone!

Lodge 1 members voted to share the costs with the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce to pay onehalf the costs of the installation of vinyl flooring in the kitchen at the SPJST Hall and putting in new floors and repairing fixtures in the outdoor restrooms.

Members also voted to donate to the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce Lickskillet Auction and to the 2001-2002 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Graduating high school seniors and college undergraduates who have been members of the SPJST for one year or more may request a scholarship application now through January, 2002.

Correspondence read included a thank you note from city of Fayetteville for the SPJST donation

50-Year Pin Presented Lodge 1, Fayetteville President Louis Polansky presents 50-year pin to Carol Chovanec, who accepted the pin for her husband, Anton Chovanec, at the October meeting. towards the restoration of the Fayetteville Precinct Courthouse.

No nominations were made for the 2001 Fraternalist of the Year to honor a special person in Lodge 1.

Members were asked for assistance in getting addresses for several SPJST Lodge 1 members for whom the SPJST Home Office did not have complete addresses. Carol Chovanec, Ruth Froebel and Mary Ann Guthman volunteered to get them.

Drawings were held for door prizes brought by Lynn Johnsen. Winners were as follows: Carol Choavnec SPJST candy jar; Robert Froebel SPJST gap; Mary Ann Guthman note pad; Monica Michalic - tote bag and Bonnie Rohde - note cube.

In closing, members were reminded that October is "Czech Heritage Month" in Texas and everyone was encouraged to get involved in projects to promote and support Czech Heritage.

Submitted by, Irene Polansky —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood reports on October meeting Hi! Our meeting was called to order on Sunday, October 7 at 5 p.m.

by Brother Johnnie Krizan, President.

Traci Dobecka led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We all remained standing for the motto. Thanks, Traci, for coming today and being with us.

Flag Bearer Sister Georgie Soukup reported 28 members present at our meeting. Secretary, Sister Barbara Jean Hykel, read the minutes from our last meeting and they were approved as read. Sister Hykel then read all correspondence.

District Three Meeting This Coming Sunday Fraternal Activities Coordinator (FAC) Sister Barbara Jean Hykel then gave her FAC report. She reported to us that the District Three Meeting would be at Lodge 25, Ennis on October 28. She reported that a Halloween costume contest would be held for the adults and the youth. So, put on those costumes and head on out to Lodge 25, Ennis for a fun day.

The adults will also have a needlework contest and the youth will have a Christmas ornament contest. There will also be a cake walk and bean bag toss and more. You are asked to please bring a cake for the cake walk.

Sister Hykel also reported that everyone can bring three canned goods to the District Three Fall Meeting — two canned goods for your free meal ($5 and $3 without canned goods) and another canned good for the Country Store for the District Three Youth Club fund raiser.

Sister Hykel also reported that it was now time to select our Fraternalist of the Year which would need to be in the Home Office by December 14. A committee was appointed for determining the Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 6, Cottonwood. The committee includes Sisters Peggy Dobecka, Lydia Dobecka and Ruth Krizan and Brothers George Straten and Robert Dobecka.

Treasurer, Sister Peggy Dobecka, delivered the treasurer's report, which was approved as given.

Sister Peggy is also our Youth Club Leader. In her youth club report, she said that the youth would be doing cleanup around Lodge 6, Cottonwood, and will also, do some planting around

Scenes from Lodge 8, Weimar LEFT PHOTO: Members of Lodge 8, Weimar enjoy refresments and dominoes after a recent lodge meeting. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge members honored birthday celebrant Erline Janik at the September lodge meeting.

the hall for their "Make a Difference Day" project. The adults of the lodge are encouraged to come out and give them a hand at 8 a.m., Saturday, October 27; or whenever you can come out to help during the day.

Sister Peggy also reported the youth club is collecting eyeglasses for people in other countries. A box will be set up for anyone wishing to contribute old eyeglasses.

Brother Krizan called upon our Sunshine Committee Chairperson, Sister Hattie Kaska, for her report.

Sister Kaska reported sending get-well cards to Annie Chudej and Steve Neckar. We hope these two individuals are doing better. We also hope that Brother Bill Skerik is recovering from his fall which we just learned about.

We understand that he broke his wrist.

Hope to see these folks again real soon.

Lodge 6 at Platinum Level Brother Jerry Kucera, Districts Two and Three State Field Representative, gave his report. He said that Lodge 6, Cottonwood had written 56 insurance applications for the year, which will earn the lodge a Platinum Award in the incentive program. Brother Kucera also reported that across the district, more applications are greatly needed. He encouraged everyone to please turn in names of prospects to their sales representatives.

Financial Secretary and Board of Trustees Chairman, Brother George Straten, gave his report. He stated that a thank you letter had been received from the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, expressing its thanks for our generous donation. Next, Brother George reported on a total of eight applications, five guaranteed issues and three new candidates for membership.

They were all accepted as new members.

Brother George also reported on the Trustees meeting. It was approved that our Appreciation Dinner for all Lodg 6, Cottonwood workers will be held at the hall on Sunday, November 11, starting at 11 a.m. and continuing throughout the afternoon with fun, dominoes and fellowship. We have workers who work at our annual picnic, Westfest, and various other lodge functions, and they are all very much appreciated. All workers and their families are invited to our Appreciation dinner meal to be served around 12:30 p.m. with snacks and leftovers in the evening.

Brother Straten also reported that our annual meeting would now fall in November and not in December. Our November 4 meeting at 2 p.m. will include the election of officers. Our December 2 meeting will be our Christmas party, with Jerelene Lenart and George Straten baking the turkeys.

Those in attendance with an October birthday were Sisters Ella Macik and Mary Pavlas. Happy Birthday to everyone with a birthday this month. We proceeded to draw for door prizes with the $5 door prize winner being Brother George Sulak.

Congratulations! Our progressive door prize winner was Rene Sembera, who was not present. Other door prizes were also exchanged.

We were then adjourned to enjoy a meal prepared by Gene and Marie

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Lodge 29, Taylor Presents Scenes from First Barbecue Cookoff

Horak, Christine Matus, and Raymond and Mary Marek. Thanks a bunch for the delicious meal. I apologize for my error on meal servers in my last report.

Somehow I missed the Horaks.

Thanks to the ladies who brought desserts.

Next Meeting November 4 Our next meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 4.

Election of officers for the coming year will be held at this meeting.

Thanks to our meal servers for this meeting, Brother Al Soukup and Sisters Georgie Soukup and Hattie Kaska.

Looking forward to seeing everyone at our next meeting. Happy Halloween to all!

Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST-

September 29, 2001 Part I E.J. Pechal, left, bastes brisket while team member John Krcha looks on. Their team — It Ain't Like That — was one of 80 teams that turned out to compete in Lodge 29, Taylor's first barbecue cookoff held September 29.

Overseeing cookoff activities were organizer Jerry Tallas, Jr., accompanied by his able-bodied assistant and son, Adam.

15, Buckholts finalizes plans for Friends Day Lodge

The October 8, 2001 meeting of Lodge 15, Buckholts was called to order at 7 p.m. by President Ricky McCall. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by members. A moment of silence was observed in memory of In addition to all of the activity going on outside the hall, inside, the lodge held a bake sale and silent auction.

Pictured, from left, are Frances Tallas Dorothy Grimm and Judy Pasemann.

Registering cookoff contestants were, from left, Lucille Trcka, Bonnie Rathke and Cindy Buzan. Linda Posposil, who was out rounding up judges , also assisted at registration.

A consistent top-producing sales representative, Albin Mach, third from left, took advantage of the cookoff to promote membership in the SPJST. Close at hand, from left, are Cliff Mahlow, Edmund Tate, Albin Machu, Johnnie Clark and Rob Eulenfeld.

our departed members and friends.

LuAnn Schlickeisen was a welcome guest. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted.

The treasurer's report and all committee reports were approved.

Coming Soon The fund raiser for November 18, 2001 was finalized - time for our wonderful fellowship! Everyone has been asking when will you have the friends day again. Well, here it is - November 18, 2001 at the Buckholts Lodge 15.

Serving time will be 11 a.m. until ?.

The menu - one half barbecue chicken, slaw, beans, potato salad, cobblers, tea and all the trimmings. The price is $6 a plate.

Members, we need all the help we can get. Please come out and support your lodge. We had a great time and a great turn out last year and a wonderful time.

We had these new members Barbara Hargrove, Frank Evert Smith, Rosebell Smith, Joyce Vaculin, Innocent Mikulic and Sidonia Mikulic. Welcome to our lodge.

Next Meeting November 12 The next meeting will be on November 12, 2001 with a time change to 6 p.m.

Fraternally, Charlsie Svetlik —SPJST-

erome and Georgia Dorotik Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary Jerome and Georgia Dorotik celeMembers of the house party brated their 50th wedding anniver- included the couple's grandchilsary at the Taiton Community Center dren. on Saturday, June 16, 2001.

Jerome Dorotik and Georgia The couples' children, spouses Nemec were married June 18, 1951 and grandchildren hosted the special at St. Peter's Catholic Church in occasion. They included Anthony Blessing. Officiating at the ceremoand Wanda Dorotik of Taiton and ny was the Reverend Vaclau J. Bily. their children, Craig and Summer They have resided in the Taiton Dorotik and community since Jeanine, Curtis 1951. and Chad DorTo complete the couple's 50th otik; Ernest Doranniversary celeotik of El Cambration, a Mass po; Marian and was attended by Philippe Gleize of their children and Chad in Africa; grandchildren in Kevin and Tina their honor on Dorotik of RichSunday morning mond and chilat 9 a.m. at St. dren, Amber and John's Catholic Kendl Dorotik; Church in Taiton.

Karen and Leroy A special cereKaspar of Taiton mony was held and children, with Father Lenice, Michael, Franks officiating Jason and Kyle; in which the couRosann and DanMr. and Mrs. Jerome Dorotik ple renewed their iel Zalman of El wedding vows.

Campo and chilMr. and Mrs. Dorotik's eleven dren, Chase and Danielle Zalman; Clare and Dan Beltrand of College children are all members of SPJST Station and children, Heather, Blake Lodge 30, Taiton. Mrs. Dorotik is a and Austin Beltrand; Jerome Dorotik 'past youth leader of Lodge 30, Jr. of El Campo, Vicki and Steven Taiton and served in a leadership Schneider of Wharton; Jean and position for 25 years. Daughter John Merck of El Campo and chil- Marcy Dorotik is presently District dren, Matt and Emilie; and Marcy Six Youth Counselor and Wanda Dorotik is secretary for Lodge 30.

Dorotik of Houston.

A gold color scheme was carried Daughter Karen Kaspar is president out in the hall decorations. The floral of Lodge 30 and State Field arrangements were decorated with Representative for . Districts Six and the couple's pastel color theme from Seven.

—SPJSTtheir original wedding.

Wednesday, October 24, 2001—VESTNIKJ7

Lodge 24, Cyclone Barbecue Cook-Off and Countywide Sale November 3 Dear Members and Friends, Make plans now 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!

Reserve Your Selling Space Now 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.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, FIC Reporter —SPJST-

were read by Secretary Patricia Fowler and approved as read. Cathy Krajca gave the financial report. Kay Kovar gave a report and also gave the highlights on the District Three Fall Meeting which will be held on October 28 at Lodge 25. The day will be filled with a lot of fun and excitement. The lodge members are asked to bring cakes for the cake walk.

New members are Rhoda Trojacek, Henry Trojacek, Seth Trojacek, Austin Holland and Brenda Morgan.

Fraternalist was chosen by the membership. Congratulations to Milton Martinek for being chosen our 2001 Fraternalist of the Year.

District Three Director Johnnie Krizan spoke on the 2001 Membership Drive and the quota that Lodge 25 should meet to help District Three make its goal.

The Nominating Committee is Martha Mach, Jeanette Patak and Eugene Dolezal.

Hope to see everyone at the District Three Fun Day on October 28 in Ennis, Texas.

Margaret Krajca —SPJST-

25, Ennis reports on October meeting

47, Seaton Czech Heritage Day celebration this Saturday

Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis met for its regular monthly meeting on October 11 at 8 p.m.

The Pledge of Allegiance was lead

by Johnnie Krajca. On the sick list was Rosie Trojacek and Katie Omelina. Hope both are feeling a lot better by now.

The September 13, 2001 minutes

Lodge 47 held its monthly meeting Sunday, October 7. President Edwin Pechal called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. E.J. Pechal, Jr. and Gary Skrabanek brought in the flags and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed in memory of the victims involved in the tragedy in New York City. Also, a

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moment of silence was observed in memory of deceased member Monroe Marek. May he rest in eternal peace.

Visitors were Aubrey Richter, Wilbert Richter and Freddie Schroeder. Visitors are always welcome. Please come again. Forty-one members were present.

The youth club met Saturday, October 6.

Vice President Edwin Vasicek was absent as well as board member James Skrabanek. Minutes from the September meeting were read by Secretary Adeline Kohutek.

President Pechal read the September board minutes. New members welcomed were Johnnie Joe Malcik, Elden Jerome Zavodny, Rebecca L. Zavodny, Sheirran F. Hughes, Glen Clayton Banzhaf, Joycelyn L. Meyer, Ann Marie Paruzinski, Walter Dean Gommert, Betty Lou Marek, Wanda Jean Houston and Clara Foster.

Transferred into our lodge were Rose Marie Everett, Rita D. Tomascik and Donald Zipperlen.

President Pechal thanked everyone who helped in any way at the Little River Catfish Association Bean Cookoff. Everyone had a good time and we hope they will come again.

Improvements Planned Lodge 47 is making progress again.

For the convenience of the cookoffs, we voted to put in additional water lines and electrical hookups. This project will be started on soon.

Gladys Marek, treasurer, gave her report as well as all chairpersons.

Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin gave a report on mission 2100. We have passed our goal for the year. A special thanks to Sale Representatives Vallie Zavodny Frank Klinkovsky and Dolores Skrabanek and all of our sales representatives.

Fraternalist of the Year Leroy Dana was selected as our fraternalist of the year. He donated a lot of time to the construction of our barbecue building as well as a lot of other duties that have been done around the hall. Congratulations, Leroy.

Willie E. Kohutek gave a recommendation from the salary committee.

This was approved as recommended.

Happy October birthday to: Gary Skrabanek, Louis Kohutek, Gordon Kohutek and Ruth Janicek.

Happy Anniversary to: Wallace and Elsie Jez and James and Joyce Skrabanek.

Czech Heritage Day We will celebrate Czech Heritage Day with a dance Saturday, October 27. Members are asked to bring those delicious kolaches. Door prizes will be given throughout the evening. The dance starts at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Wear your Czech costumes and join in the fun.

Lodge 47, Seaton Honors Everyday Heroes At a recent meeting of Lodge 47, Seaton, "Everyday Hero" pins were presented to the lodge members pictured above for their fraternal commitment to the lodge.

Next Meeting November 4 Our next meeting will be on Sunday, November 4 starting at 1 p.m.

We will have election of officers and board members, followed by lunch as usual.

Fraternally, Adeline Kohutek, Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 48, Beyersville hosts Progressive "42" tournament Saturday 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-

51, Ellinger reports on September meeting Lodge

The quarterly meeting of the Ellinger SPJST Lodge 51 was held September 19 at 6:30 p.m. at John and Burdine Divin's Camphouse. We had a good attendance. We were happy to have Lynn Johnsen of College Station and our Sales Representative Edna Berkfeld with us.

Burdine and John Divin, above, were "really cooking" at the Lodge 51, Ellinger picnic held July 15.

President Calvin Hlinsky conducted the meeting. The secretary's and treasurer's reports were given and approved.

The cookbook fund raiser was discussed and is dong well. The picnic held in July was also discussed.

Lynn Johnsen reported that the lodge has attained six new members.

Also discussed was the Mission 2100 with member incentives.

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Chief cooks for the July 15 picnic were Brad Divin, left and President Calvin Hlinsky.

The district meeting will be held on October 21 at New Tabor, Lodge 17.

April 3 - 5 camp near Temple will be held for $100 per child.

Also a trip is being planned to Cozumel and Cancun on February 16, 2001 for five night.

The meeting dates will be changed to Thursday. Our Christmas party will be held December 13 at 6 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Station.

After the meeting adjourned, a delicious chili supper was enjoyed.

Desserts, brought by members, were also served.

Door prizes were presented to the following Bernita Hlinsky, Edna Supak, Edna Berkfeld, John C. Divin, Jo Ann Divin, Brad Divin and Calvin Hlinsky.

Burdine Divin Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-

54, West reports on September meeting Lodge

President Wilburn Willis called the third quarterly meeting to order on September 7 with 32 members and seven guests in attendance. After he welcomed everyone, we stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. We remained standing for a few moments of silence in rememberance of all previously deceased members.

A roll call of officers by Secretary Anne Emery indicated all to be in attendance with the exception of Treasurer Mary Lou Mynar. Secretary Emery read the minutes of the June 8 meeting which were accepted as read.

She also read several items of correspondence.

Financial Secretary and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Maxine Sefcik gave her reports. These were accepted as read. New adult members are Destiny Ann Hand and Dustin Shayne Rendek, signed up by Sales Rep. Freddie Kaluza. New adult member Janie Marie Niemeyer was signed up

by Sales Rep Wilburn Willis. We welcome these new members and look forward to their participation in our Lodge affairs. Transferees to our Lodge from Lodge 66 are Lisa Darnell, Gary Niemeyer, Kerri Niemeyer, Sylvia Niemeyer (two policies), Edward Nors, Jr. and Mary A Sykora. We welcome these members and thank them for selecting Lodge 54 for their membership.

Lodge 51, Ellinger Honors 50-Year Members LEFT PHOTO: Ben Allen Poncik receives 50-year membership pin from Lodge 51 President Calvin Hlinsky and District One Director Donnie Victorick. RIGHT PHOTO: John Roy Koepke receives 50-year membership pin from Lodge 51 President Calvin Hlinsky and District One Director Donnie Victorick. The presentations were made at the July 15 lodge picnic.

Congratulations, Ray and Lil Congratulations to Ray and Lill Matus for being honored as the Citizens of the Year by the West Chamber of Commerce. Also congratulations to Rachel Kostecka for being named Student of the Year. Jana Vaculik participated at the Miss CzechSlovak USA contest in Wilbur Nebraska. We are very proud of these members.

Next Meeting November 2 Our next meeting will be held on November 2, 2001 at 7 p.m. in Lone Star Hall. This will be our annual meeting for election of officers for 2002. As this is a very important meeting, we would like to see a large number of members in attendance. We will also finalize plans for our Christmas party which will be held on December 2.

The meeting was adjourned and Brother John Ernest Kasik, Jr. was honored for being a 50-year member of SPJST. President Wilburn Willis presented him with a 50-year pin and a delicious dinner was served. We enjoyed having a large number of the Kasik family members in attendance.

Monetary door prize winners were Maxine Sefcik and Max Reynolds.

Do not forget our next meeting on November 2 at 7 p.m.

Fraternally.

Anne Emery Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

Zajicek.

The Supreme Lodge is asking for nominations from local lodges for fraternalist of the year. This was tabled until next month.

Six new members were voted in on a motion by Glen Latham and seconded by Estelle Coker. The motion carried.

Brother Rohde reminded members of the October 13 fund raiser for the city of Holland to be held at Lodge 80.

There will be a free meal and a live auction. Donations are appreciated.

On October 20, Lodge 80 will host the Youth Fair Boosters with a meeting and a meal. Brother Rohde reminded members that turkeys and hams have been ordered for SPJST workers.

They are to be picked up November 15 at 10:30 a.m.

The November meeting will have the election of officers and installation will be Sunday, December 2 at 4 p.m. with a meal.

No one was sick and no one had a birthday in October. In the drawing for the door prizes, the winners were Betty Jarolik, Doris Eckemiann, Jewel Wolf, Dean Brisbin and Curtis Wolf.

Dean Brisbin moved to adjourn, seconded by Doris Eckermann.

Meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m.

The next meeting will be November 3, 2001 at 4 p.m. and will include the election of officers. Be there!

Fraternally, Estelle G. Coker, Reporter —SPJST-

80, Holland reports on October meeting

84, Dallas reports on October meeting

President Harold Rohde of Lodge 80 called the meeting to order on October 6, 2001 at 4 p.m. The membership stood for Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. All officers were present.

Glen Latham, Secretary, read the minutes of the September meeting.

They were approved as read. He also gave a report of all committees and they were fine. He then read a thank you from Myrtle Wood for the memorial the lodge had given in memory of her late husband, Frank A. Wood. A thank you was also read from the Zajicek family for the scholarship given in memory of Keith David

Dear Members, Sister Wanda Petr led the members at our lodge meeting in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for two of our departed members, Brother Allan Henzen and Brother Woodrow Svoboda. To the families, our sincere sympathies are extended.

May your loved one rest in peace.

President Justine Yeager asked us to remember all the families who had loved ones perish on September 11 with a moment of silence.

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Reports of Committees Sunshine Lady Vickie Kohn sent out the following cards: get well

cards to Brother Eric Chmelar and Sisters Lillie Jarma and Rose Scott; sympathy card to Evelyn and John Trojacek, mother and step-father of Allan Henzen and to Carla Henzen and son—loss of husband and father, Allan.

Secretary Georgia Hughes read correspondence from the Supreme Lodge concerning ad valorem taxes, scholarships being offered by SPJST and news concerning the museum and new home for the great collection of Czech artifacts in Temple.

Brother Adolph Salac, House Committee Chairman, reported the work behind the bar and the mens' room has been completed except for the tile which he hopes to find to match the ones installed in the early 1970s. Brother Adolph always seems to locate items which are not easy to find for our building, but these tiles are a challenge — a big one.

Hall Rentals Brother Emil Petr reported on rentals for the rest of the 2001 year and Sister Cheri Petr reported on bands that will provide music for your dancing pleasure during 2002. She does a great job!

Youth Leader Bessie Petr reported on the many dance practices that took place in the last month but were well worth the effort. Lodge 84 had 20 younsters performing the "Red Handkerchief- and "Nanika" in the cabbage patch dances. One circle of teen beseda dancers and three circles of young adult dancers performed at the Heritage Day at the Texas State Fair on Sunday, October 14.

On Saturday, October 13, the teen beseda circle of Lodge 84 danced at the Hall of State at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. entertaining fair-goers who enjoyed the performances very much in spite of the rain that fell on Friday night and continued into Saturday.

Fraternalist of the Year I should mention that Assistant Youth Leader Sister Lynda Novak works very hard with the young people during the year and especially when asked to entertain our older citizens or plan visits for special occasion with them or just going to say hello and bring a flower which al l look forward to. Sister Lynda was nominated and elected as the fraternalist of the year. Congratulations, Sister Lynda.

The members join the youth club in saying you are the best.

Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council The Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council has made a donation to the World War II Memorial being erected in Washington, D.C. In turn, a picture was sent to the council and displayed during the meeting at our lodge.

The next meeting is on November 12 at our lodge with Lodge 84 hosting. On December 3, the meeting is also at Lodge 84. It is the annual Christmas party and the council is host. The party is at 7 p.m. SPJST members are asked to bring pastries for the occasion if you come.

Lodge Gives to Red Cross During the lodge meeting, a vote was taken to make a donation to the Red Cross from our lodge to be used where most needed.

Wednesday, October 24, 2001---VESTNIK/9 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Faye Rejcek made her usual good report on charitable deeds as well as how many new members have joined our lodge during the year.

The music you enjoyed during the Heritage Day for the many performances at the State Fair was the Dallas Czech Orchestra. The members in this group have played at the Myerson Theater, Golden Acres and many places in the Dallas-Fort Worth areas. The orchestra practices at our lodge and it should be known that many of our lodge members and members of other SPJST lodges are members of the orchestra which the late Brother Sid Pokiadnik organized and conducted for so many years. He would be proud of its continued success.

Upcoming Dances On November 17, come and enjoy dancing to Czech and Then Some from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.; December 15 Frank Dirba and the Little River Polka Boys (formerly the Granger Polka Boys) are here from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. This is just a name change, but the same great music; December 16 - SPJST Christmas party; December 31 - our New Year's Eve dance with the — and you love their music — Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. Make your plans now to attend.

President Yeager hopes you also plan to attend the November 19 lodge meeting. Vote for the officers who have been nominated by the committee if you choose to or not.

Fraternally, Rose Scott

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88, Houston Birthday Club Sisters October meeting report Lodge

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited after President Ho Orsag called the meeting at 11:15 a.m. Twenty-one members were present.

Secretary Ellen Miculka read the minutes from the August meeting and passed.

Treasurer Mary Quider gave her report and passed.

Vice President Evelyn Zajicek asked for cake bakers for November They are Edna Wehring, Lydia Marsh and Corine Kessler. Kitchen workers are Lowrina Lindemann, Betty Hurta, Georgie Buchanan. They will bake a cake for that month. Betty Hurta is our new member. She joined this month. We are so happy to have you in our club.

Sunshine Chairman Almeida Bravenec sent sympathy cards to Bessie Lero's family and Evelyn Mikolas. Birthday cards were sent to Julie Kinnamon, Ellen Miculka and Eva Richards.

Ticket Chairman Bessie Dewer reported to keep bringing the nice gifts.

Old Business The Birthday Club Sisters are going to Country Steak House on October 17. Be there at 1 p.m. The Birthday

Club will pay for the sisters' lunches, but if they bring someone, you pay for it.

Don't forget about the Czech Day October 28 at Lodge 88. It will be festive day so come out and bring your friends. The Birthday Club will have the Pastry Booth. *Calcutta was won by Flo Orsag, Bessie Dewer and Almeida Bravenec.

October birthdays were Mary Kosut and Mary Krippner. Happy birthday to you and many more.

Ed Miculka is going into the hospital October 12. Good luck, Ed. Kathy Trefell is in Louisville.

I hope you are planning to come to our Czech Day Celebration on Sunday, October 28. It is a day you will enjoy: a good Czech dinner, entertainment by Lodge Glee Club, Concert Orchestra, Red and White Polka dancers — to name a few.

There will be a battle dance between Harry Czarnek and the Melodion Band from the Czech Republic starting at 3 p.m. and a Grand March at 5 p.m. Do wear a Czech costume if you have one.

We had a nice meeting. President Helen Hegwood was on a trip so Marie Stayton was president and did a good job! The ballroom was decoratCatered Dinner December 12 ed in a patriotic theme. Marie We will have the catered Christmas arranged a short patriotic program that dinner on December 12. The menu had participants Johnny Broz, Henry will be turkey and dressing. It sure Gerhart and Stephanie Boyce. It sounds good so don't forget December ended with singing, "God Bless 12.

America" with Fred Buri leading it.

Margie Anders is doing a good job How proud we are to be citizens of a decorating the tables for Halloween. great country that helps others instead It was neat. Thanks. of hurting them so terribly as New Helen Hegwood is on a long trip. York City, Washington and Hope to see you soon. We miss you. Pennsylvania were hurt!

Youth Leader Barbara Linney Flo Orsag had the blessing for the Gonzales stated that the youth are food and we ate. planning the Halloween party and Fraternally, invitations were sent to Lodge 196, Evelyn Zajicek Houston-West and Lodge 172, Vice President Pasadena. The youth are going to sell —SPJSThomemade ice cream on Czech Day as they always do. Thank you, youth, for your help!

Little Jessica Marie Schoen arrived Lodge September 10, 2001 and made so many people mighty happy and so proud of her: parents, Steve and Shirley Schoen, grandparents, Sid and Maryann Schoen of Cypress, Texas, I really enjoyed the write-up about Carol and Vern Burnett of Cypress musician Lee Roy Matocha. We and Gene and Georgia Barcak of Krejcis are especially fond of him, Lodge 88 and great-grandparents, for he always played, "U Studanky' H.E. and Faith Schoen of Brenham, for our mother, Mrs. Tillie Krejci of Texas, Marie Coose of New Caney, Weimar who came to the dances with Texas and Mary Barcak of Praha, us.

Texas.

We have many fraternalists in our lodge and this time, I want to name Mary Roznovsky, Patricia "Pat" Bruce, Viola Cox and Jeannette Eubank.

It was a great trip through 13 states in 14 days and it was enjoyed by Hilbert and Willie Mae Pechacek, Bob Celebrating 80 wonderful years and Ruth Martinak, Karl and Ora Nell is Evelyn Becker of Houston, forHassebrock, Marvin and MaryAnn merly a Blaha, from Snook, Texas.

Fishbeck and James and Patsy Hoepfl.

Evelyn has subscribed to the Vestnik Some of the highlights: the Capitol, for many years, is a member of the White House, various memorials and SPJST Lodge 88, Houston and monuments, Smithsonian Institute in speaks fluent Czech. Her family Washington, performances by famous has planned a huge birthday celeactors and beautiful drives. bration for her on October 28th We were so happy to hear that with all of her friends and relatives.

Leland Hensley (our cousin) was able We love you to come home to recuperate and I can Mom and Grandmother! imagine how happy Dorothy is. Keep that up, Leland; we miss you! There are others we miss also and our good wishes go to them all: Edward Miculka, Laura Belle and Royal Warnasch, Al and and Eileen Leady, Bob Allbritton, Thomas Marsh and Georgia Lincke.

We have the bands you like for our dances in November: Lindemann (big band) on the third; Bobby Jones (polka and variety) on the 10th; and Jodie Mikula (polka and variety) on the 17th.

See you on Czech Day! Tillie Helmcamp Second Vice President —SPJST--

88, Houston reports on lodge, member activities

Evelyn Becker Celebrating 80th Birthday

Lodge 88, Houston reports on October meeting In the absence of President Helen Hegwood, First Vice President Marie Stayton opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. The flag bearers were Gene Barcak, Tom Haney and Helen Kubicek. We were then led in the Pledge of Allegiance Marie had a program planned for the September 11, 2001 disaster in New York City. She called John Broz, representing the city of Houston firemen, retired after 39 years service; Henry Gerhardt representing the city of Houston policemen, retired after 34 years service and Stephanie Boyce, President of the Youth Club, to come forward. They lit candles in honor of these victims. Fred Bun came forward and led the members in singing, "God Bless America." Marie then read a memorial to the deceased. Stephanie Boyce led us in prayer.

The names of five deceased members were read and a moment of silence was observed in their honor.

Recording Secretary Flo Orsag read the minutes of the September meeting.

After corrections the minutes were approved as read. She read a thank you note from the family of Bessie Lero thanking the lodge for the flowers for their deceased mother. She also read 10 thank you notes from recipients of Tropical Storm Allison checks.

Applications for October were three for Helen Hegwood and five for Marian Kadlecek. They were voted into membership.

Recording Secretary Flo Orsag reported that the Birthday Club is still selling tickets for the yo-yo coverlet to be given away on Czech Day October 28, 2001.

Secretary/Treasurer Roberta Johnson read the profit and loss statement for September.

Youth Director Barbara Gonzales reported that the youth are having their Halloween party on October 20. They will have a raffle and a garage sale on Czech Day, October 28 and will be selling their homemade ice cream in the annex building. Please come out and support our youth.

Marie Stayton stated that Georgie Jurchak has been passing a book around to be signed by everyone. This is to be sent to Mayor Giuliani of New York. Put anything you want to in this book. It is a memorial to the fallen victims of the New York catastrophe.

Sergeant-at-Arms Johnny Broz showed us some equipment that the firefighters wear when fighting a fire.

Report of Committees Entertainment Chairperson Betty Theiss reported on the dances and asked everyone to please attend.

Barbara Bardette of the Avondale House came forward and thanked the lodge for the $1,000 which we donated to the organization. They help autistic children.

Auditor Marceil Malak Chairman Auditing Committee reported that her committee had audited the books for July and August. It was decided that the bulk of the $37,000 loss in September was due to purchasing new air conditioning and major roof repairs and should be capitalized, so they

101VESTNIK—Wednesday, October 24, 2001 asked that this be moved to the capital area and removed from expenses so they can be depreciated. Therefore, our loss for September will read $5,000 instead of $37,000. She made a motion that the books be accepted as read, seconded by Johnny Broz.

Motion carried.

In the absence of Chairman of the Board Cleburn Lincke, Sydney Jurchak reported for him. He reported that the air conditioner has been repaired, as well as the roof thanks to John Broz.

He also thanked Henry Novak for joining the work crew for clean-up. He reported that Georgie Lincke is not doing too well and Ed Miculka is going into the hospital to have his kidney stones zapped. He called Clara Broz to report on flood insurance for the lodge. After talking to the board, they decided that it as not feasible to get flood insurance. Sydney reported that there were 14 here on Saturday for clean-up day at the lodge.

Kitchen Chairman Hilbert Pachacek thanked all who signed up to help on Czech Day, but he still needs some help from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 3 to 5 p.m. in some areas.

Social Night Chairman A.J. Stayton said he had been having trouble with the bonanza bingo board and he called Willie Wehring. He and Willie repaired it together. He reported that bingo is doing well. The men's club is still saving newspapers and Fiesta receipts. Tom Marsh is out of the hospital and was with us tonight. Leland Hensley is doing better. He also invited the spouses and the widows of the men's club to attend a breakfast the first Tuesday of November at 8 a.m.

Decorating Committee Chairman Cleburn Lincke was not present, therefore Sydney Jurchak reported for him.

The committee has put up flags in the ballroom. The large flag in the ballroom is an antique—it has 48 stars— therefore, a motion was made to buy a new flag with 50 stars. A motion was made by Vincent Hegwood and seconded by Johnny Broz to retire the old flag to the display case. Motion carried.

Scholarship Committee Chairman Linda Wehring reported that the lodge has received contributions on behalf of Bessie Lero and Karl Lindemann from the Birthday Club. They are now taking applications for the 2002 scholarship for seniors in high school. You can get the forms in the office.

Deadline for these applications is December 31, 2001.

Rules and Regulations and Choral Group Chairman Gene Barcak reported that the choral group will be singing on Czech Day. The rules and regulations committee has received several letters in regard to changes.

District Officers' Reports

District President Evelyn Mikeska thanked everyone who came to the district meeting and reported that they had two tables of Tarok at their meeting.

They played bingo and the food was great.

Sick Members are Georgie Lincke and Ed Miculka. Tom Marsh thanked everyone for cards and telephone calls while he was ill.

New Business

Vice President Marie Stayton reported that the election of the local

Fraternalist of the Year would be next month. This fraternalist's name will go on to the State Fraternalist competition in Temple. You are to be thinking about who to nominate so we can vote on this at the next meeting.

Report of Guide Josephine Pflughaupt reported that we had 90 members present.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to birthday observers. Our refreshments were furnished by our anniversary celebrants. Door prizes of $5 each went to Rudy Darilek, Margaret Allbritton, Arthur Reyes, Gladys Havemann, Lowrina Lindemann and Willie Wehring.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.

Our next meeting is on November 12, 2001. Be there!

Fraternally, No Orsag Recording Secretary —SPJST-

Lodge 92, Fort

Worth Ladies Circle meets November 13 at Bamboo Garden Just to remind the members of the Ladies Circle that this year on November 13 for our meeting, we will meet at Bamboo Garden on 6238 Ruth Snow Drive in Richland Hills. It has Chinese or American food—buffet style.

Anyone wanting to car pool from the hall should be at the hall by 10:30 a.m. or call a member for more information.

Make your plans to enjoy a lovely lunch and fellowship.

After lunch some will be going back to the lodge to play games.

Julia Dueser Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

97, Placedo photographs originally scheduled to appear in this week's Vestnik will appear next week.

Lodge

Lodge 130, Dallas invites you to go camping 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.

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.

The only charge for campers, 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. And, just in case you're wondering, all of the cabins are air-conditioned and heated.

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 Lodge 130, Dallas Vice President and Fraternal Activities Coordinator John Vrla, who is coordinating the trip. He can be reached at: (214) 324-0927 (home); (214) 906-3385 (work) or via the Internet at jvrla@att.net .

—SPJST-

Lodge 148,

El Maton plans January 19 cookoff

ing. The October lodge meeting falls on the same day as the District six meeting at Hillje. It was decided to have lodge members attend the district meeting and Lodge 148 will have a brief gathering at the district meeting. If you know of anyone who wants to or who might becoming to the October meeting and does not know of this decision, please let them know.

Diana Johnson Secretary / Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 148, El Maton

members participate in barbecue cookoff Lodge 148, El Maton attended the District Six Cookoff. The barbecue Team consisted of Joel Brown, Lupe Brown, Diana Johnson, David Zielonka, Gaylynn Thurmond and Art Thurmond. Lupe Brown cooked up a pot of her famous beans. Colby Bexley and Cheryl Zielonka helped with the Lodge 148 Food Booth, selling nachos and pickles. Andrew Zielonka, member of the new Youth Group, helped at the Cookoff and helped at the food booth. Gaylynn Thurmond gave away red, white and blue ribbons, asking for donations to go to the Red Cross.

It was later decided to donate her proceeds to the Worldwide Red Cross.

Lodge 148, El Maton is proud to announce that it won the Traveling Trophy for the SPJST Lodges.

Several team members camped overnight. Then of course, everyone got to do lots of visiting the next day.

Everyone had a good time. Looking forward to next year.

Diana Johnson Secretary / Reporter

Lodge 148 opened the September 30 meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes were read from the (Editor's Note: Please see related phoAugust meeting and accepted. The tos on page 4.)

—SPJSTfinancial report was read and accepted.

The January cookoff was discussed.

We will have contests for chicken soup, bread, kolaches and beans. We also voted to have the cookoff at the Lodge Blessing Volunteer Fire Department instead of the Community Center this year. All proceeds will go to the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department.

The cookoff is scheduled for January 19, 2002.

Jourdanton Lodge 202 met Sunday Several of the lodge members dis- October 7, 2001 at 3 p.m. at cussed their fraternal and community Jourdanton State Bank Community activities that they had done for the past Room with twenty members present. month. These kindness acts are being President Jeff Barta presided. recorded so that they may be turned into Youth Club presented the colors and the home office at the end of the year. If led the Pledge of Allegiance. Silence anyone in Lodge 148 has a fraternal or was observed for deceased member community activity that they would like Aleen Adell Winters. to report for Lodge 148, just let Diana All officers were present.

Johnson or Gaylynn Thurmond know.

Secretary Bettie House read the We will be glad to add it to our report. minutes that were approved.

Letters are being sent to potential Treasurer Melba Novosad presented youth group members. We also had the the financial report. lost of two of our Brother Lodge mem-.

Youth Leaders Kathy Wagner and bers. Steve Kana and Al Herta. Money Belenda Barta thanked the members in lieu of flowers will be sent pending for assistance in decorating the float notification from the Home Office. We and to Jeff Barta for furnishing the regret the lost of our brothers and our truck and towing the float for the prayers to their families.

Cowboy Homecoming Parade.

It is now time for Fratemalist of the Fraternal Activities Coordinator Year nominations. Lodge 148 voted to Mary Ann Barta will contact the new nominate Frank Hahn as our Fraternalist Jourdanton Library and Community of the Year from Lodge 148.

Center for a project for the Make A It was voted to discuss a Christmas Difference Day on October 27, 2001.

New Year Social at the October meetMembers voted to accept Daniel

202, Jourdanton plans to "Make a Difference" on October 27

Wednesday, October 24, 2001—VESTNIK/11 Ray Garza as a new member and Jose M Huizar as a new sales representative.

Morgan Wagner and Shawnie Wagner were first place winners in the District Christmas Ornament Contest.

Several members attended the proclamation signing by County Judge Deborah Herber designating October as Czech Heritage Month. The photo appeared in the Pleasanton Express.

President Jeff Barta was nominated as the lodge fraternalist.

Christmas Party will be December 1, 2001 at 5 p.m. at Shorty's Restaurant. Everyone is invited to bring a wrapped gift ($7 - $10 value) for the Chinese Christmas Exchange, and non perishable food items for ACCEPT. The lodge will sponsor the collection of box tops for education for the Pleasanton Intermediate Campus.

Belenda Barta will be in charge.

Members celebrating birthdays in September and October were Lloyd House, Mary Ann Barta, Ryan Shannon, Belenda Barta and Kathy Wagner.

Anniversary celebrants were Kathy and Larry Wagner (12 years) and Cecilia and James Huble (42years).

Next meeting will be November 4 at 3 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank.

Officers will be elected.

Meeting adjourned.

The Youth Club furnished refreshments.

Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST-

Christi Circle of Women report on October meeting Corpus

Forty-six members and friends joined together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Corpus Christi Circle of Women at Sokol Corpus Christi on October 4, 2001. There were 30 regular members, two honorary members and 14 guests present.

Our guests were Frank, Jerry and Jill Sijansky, Bill Marek, Dorothy Benner, Myles Marek, Dan Jackson, Joe Nemecek, Duane McAlister, Debbie Kucera, Doris Fariss, Tommie Koeitn, Opal Murgatrouyp and Tiffany Lawrence. Three members noticeably missing were Norma Baker, Donna Havranek and Lillie Hayek. They very seldom miss a meeting, but each had a trip planned. Norma, her daughter and granddaughter were in Nashville enjoying country-western music. Donna was visiting family in Georgia and Lillie had flown to San Francisco to visit her granddaughter and family. They missed out on a truly memorable occasion.

The 10th anniversary planning committee did an outstanding job decorating our meeting room using a patriotic theme. Three long tables were covered with alternating red and blue table cloths with the head table vertical at one end of the seating of our officers and those taking part in the ceremonies. Red, white and blue floral arrangements were spaced evenly along the tables with individual place cards for each person attending.

The charter members were seated at the center table and each received a lovely red and white corsage.

Everyone received a name card commemorating our 10th anniversary and decorated with a red, white and blue ribbon. Each of us also received a colorful program booklet with a recent group picture of the Krouzek, a listing of charter members, present members, short history, past officers, etc.

Our master of ceremonies was Frances McDonald with Becky Elzner Jackson giving the invocation.

Rhonda White led us in the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence was observed in memory of our deceased members.

Jerry Elzner presented us with a certificate of congratulations from the Governor of Texas on our tenth anniversary. He gave a short talk about the Czech Republic and reminded us October is Czech Heritage Month. He had a small table set up with a display of beautiful Czech cut glass times and also Czech kroj.

Our guest speaker, Jerry Sijansky, spoke briefly of our early beginnings and growth and how over 65 years ago my grandmother, Dolfi Stransky, joined together with her Sokol friends in Dallas to form the Circle of Czech Women and became their first president. Following in her footsteps, I did the same in Corpus Christi. I told Jerry that 10 years ago when I got the idea of starting a Krouzek in Corpus Christi, I asked his mother, Adela, what she thought of the idea. she said, "You should have started one 10 years ago." I'm just glad I finally got it done. After obtaining permission from the Sokol Board of Directors and then the vote of the membership allowing us the use of the hall, invitations were sent to all female Sokol members by Norma Baker, then President of Sokol Corpus christi, Jerry Elzner called a few friends and I issued an open invitation to SPJST readers of the Vestnik to attend our first meeting Twenty ladies came and 19 joined. As of today, our membership stands at 51.

"Happy Birthday" was sung to Kathy Marek and Helen Pavelka.

Then a special drawing was held for a throw pillow made especially for our anniversary by Lillie Hayek. Jerry Sijansky donated three gift bags filled with practical SPJST gifts and Jill brought a beautiful wreath made by her daughter, Gerilyn and made out of red, white and blue cloth cut and folded into small points.

Dorothy McCoy made a special autumn wreath. Thanks to these generous people for making such special gifts for our special occasion. The planning committee also purchased five blooming pot plants and two of our floral tables arrangements were drawn for. There were a lot of happy winners.

A table was set up in the hall to hold four scrapbooks filled with pictures and memories of the past 10 years It was heartwarming to see pictures of happy times with friends no longer with us. Rhonda White and Helen Kasparek even had a small photo book of pictures taken of the happy group decorating for our big day. Thanks go to Dorothy McCoy, Becky Elzner, Marion Peterek, Ella Simcik, Dolores Pollok, Betty Jurica,

Youth Letters Section DYC meeting November 10 at Home Office Dear Members and Friends, Can you believe another year has almost come to an end? It has certainly been a wonderful year in the SPJST Youth Program. We reached our goal of 350 youth applications! Thanks, Sales Representatives! And the 2100 is within reach. Working together, we will achieve this magnificent milestone.

Before we close this year, we must revisit the past year and make plans for the future. It's time once again for our youth program's annual check-up.

The 2001 Fall DYC Meeting is Saturday, November 10 at 10 a.m. at the SPJST Home Office in Temple.

This is an open meeting, and I invite you to attend.

Frances McDonald, Jerry Elzner and Clem Kasparek, for showing up to help our president Helen Kasparek and ex-president Katy Marek who did most of the planning and hard work.

Helen can't be mentioned without her daugther, Rhonda, as the two work as a team.

Rhonda was responsible for the layout and printing of our program booklets. Our thanks to all of you for a great job.

Fraternally, Anna Marie Moss

—SPJST-

Reunions Pesi-Charba Family The Pesl-Charba families will hold their reunion on Sunday, October 28, 2001 at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church in Cistern. Mass begins at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be served in the Parish Hall and Pavilion.

Please bring the following: meat, vegetable and dessert (enough for your entire family); items for the silent auction such as handmade items, baked/canned goods, plants, toys, etc.; photos and family history updates for the family book kept by Mary Ann Srubar; your family tree for Jodie Pesl

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

I am asking for your youth program ideas, comments and suggestions that I can include on the meeting agenda for discussion. Please take some time to read your youth club handbook and really think about ways to improve our youth program. Let's constantly strive for excellence and do whatever it takes to make the SPJST Youth Program the best program in the state for young people ages six to high school senior. If you have any other items for the meeting, please let me know. Please call me at (800) 7277578, fax me at (254) 774-7447 or email me: melaniez@vvm.com by Thursday, November 1.

If you have any questions or need a youth club handbook, please call me..

I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Fraternally yours, Melanie Zavodny State Youth Director —SPJSTor Laura Charba Mire; old photos, documents, antiques, treasurers to share with the family To honor our forefather's faith, all descendants who received the Sacraments of Baptism, First confession, first holy communion, confirmation, holy matrimony (or celebrated 25, 50, 50-plus years of marriage) since our last reunion on October 29, 2000, will be recognized. Please send the names by October 19, 2001 to Linda Charba Koudelka, 13111 Frank Lane, Stafford, Texas, 77477; or call (281) 499-4045; or e-mail mstsphr@yahoo.com .

We will pay respects to all the faithfully departed therefore, please bring flowers and supplies to decorate the graves.

Please pass on this invitation to other family members who might not have been notified.

Submitted by, Linda Johnson —SPJSTOctober 27 Tallas-Manak families—at the SPJST hall in Taylor, Texas. Please RSVP to Cindy Buzan, 8921 Hachita Drive, Austin, Texas by October 12. For more information, please contact Cindy (512) 301-0156; e-mail buzan ©ev1.net.

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The SPJST Annuity: It's something to consider for yourself, or as a gift for someone special. For an annuity illustration that addresses your special needs, please contact your local lodge sales representative or the SPJ ST Home Office at (Soo) 727-7578. Current rates are posted on page one of this week's Vestnik.

12/VESTMK—Wednesday, October 24, 2001

District Five hosts July Challenge Day The District Five Youth Clubs held their second annual Challenge Day on July 28, 2001 hosted this year by Lodge 196, Houston-West.

Teams representing Lodge 88, Houston and 196, Houston-West participated in games of athletic and brain power competitions.

The event started with assistant District Youth Coordinator Robert Castillo leading the group with a prayer asking for good fellowship and the act of fair and good competition.

The events were fun games that called for cooperation and team work. The games were fun because the involved water balloons and water guns. These activities were held outside in the yard of Lodge 196.

District Four Ornament Contest Winners Pictured above, from leff, are the first place winners of the District Four Youth Christmas Ornament Contest held October 6 at St. Ambrose Fellowship Hall in Wall. Pictured, from left, are: Austin Miller (12-14); Laken Miller (9-11); and Lauren Weise (6-8), all from Lodge 160, San Angelo.

District Four annouces winners of Christmas ornament contest Dear Members, The District Four Christmas Ornament Contest was held at the District Four Fall Fun Day on October 6 at the St. Ambrose Fellowship Hall in Wall. There were 16 very pretty and creative ornaments. Youth Club members who entered ornaments were Reed Williams, Audree Williams, Kenzie Angeley, Austin Miller, Cade Schwartz, Laken Miller, Shelby Hirt, Sawyer Hirt, Dylan Schwartz, Johnna Schwartz, Corey Schwartz, Sayde Hirt, Cris Broz, Caleb Weise, Lauren Weise and Kimberlyn Schwartz. I appreciate all of the youth who took the time to create an ornament and bring it to the competition. Following is a list of the winners: Ages 6 to 8 First—Lauren Weise Second—Sayde Hirt Third Caleb Weise Ages 9 to 11 First—Laken Miller Second—Dylan Schwartz Third—Kenzie Angeley Ages 12 to 14 First—Austin Miller Fraternally, Sandra Jansa District Youth Counselor —SPJST-

For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry.

For beautiful hair, let a child run his/her fingers through it once a day.

For poise, walk with the knowledge that you do not walk alone.

People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed and redeemed: never throw out anyone.

Remember, if you ever need a helping hand, you will find one at the end of each of your arms. As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands; one for helping yourself and the other for helping others.

Fraternally, Kimberly Gaas 10/24/01 —SPJST-

Friendly

Competition Pictured above, right and below, members of Lodge 88, Houston and Lodge 196, Houston-West compete in District Five Challenge Day activities.

47, Seaton Youth Club member enjoys Six Flags trip Lodge

The District Two Six Flags trip was fun. There were some new rides that a lot of fun. Thanks to District Two Youth Leader Patsy Koslosky for planning this trip for us. We got to see lots of friends from camp.

Fraternally, Patrick Greger 10/24/01 —SPJST-

177, Academy Youth Club reports on October meeting Lodge

9, Snook Youth Club member offers "beauty tips" Lodge

Dear Vestnik Readers, I wanted to share these beauty tips with you: For attractive lips, speak words of kindness.

For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people.

The competition then moved inside for a hot dog lunch. After cleaning up after the lunch, the two groups split up into teams where they had to match wits with one another requiring a lot of team work.

Each team had been instructed to bring household items with them.

They then had to draw from those items if an item was called from a list of possible items that was made up at random ahead of time.

After a very heated and close race, the travelling trophy went to Lodge 88.

Next year, the third annual Challenge Day will be hosted by Lodge 88.

All had a good time and it was a good chance for them to be together in a fun atmosphere other than camp.

Jeanine Coleman Assistant Youth Leader Lodge 196, Houston-West —SPJST-

The October meeting of Lodge 177, Academy Youth Club was called to order at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 14

by President Courtney Wagner.

Jessica Rodriguez led the Pledge of Allegiance. We had 11 members and two adults present.

Items discussed included: 1. Ornament contest winners: Ages 15 to high school senior - First,

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Kristen Bartek; Ages 12 to 14, First, Stefanie Ramirez; Second, Jordan Lyon and Third, Courtney Wagner. Thanks to all of our youth members who worked the youth booth the entire time at the District Two Fall meeting.

October 13 was the District Two trip to Six Flags. We had ten members and three adults attend.

Seniors were reminded to get an application for an SPJST Scholarship The first SPJST State Camps is scheduled for April 5 to April 7.

We signed up to participate in the SPJST Volleyball tournament on November 17.

The District Two Lock-in is scheduled for November 10 in Cyclone.

We have applied to Lack's to enter

the Christmas Trim-A-Tree contest.

8. We will be making a Thanksgiving craft after our November meeting.

We will distribute these to the pediatric patients at Scott and White on Thanksgiving.

The meeting was adjourned at 2:21 p.m. After the meeting, the members made cards for the rescue workers at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.

Happy birthday this month to Kyle Hattenbach and Samantha Beck. The Wagner family brought brownies for refreshments.

Our next meeting is scheduled for November 11 at 2 p.m.

Fraternally, Jordan Lyon, 14, Reporter 10/24/01 —SPJST-

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Bratr Freddie KaluIa vysvetlil, Hlavatifadovna bude rozesflat vgem dopis se ia".dost1 o zvygeni pojistky, protoie vy'claje na dnegni pohfeby se inflacf zvcrg ili a nizk pojistka nemusf byft dostate6n6 na zaplaceni qdajit. Tato zmena je qhodna pro na g mistn1 fad a poji g -tence.

Sestra finan6d tajemnice Maxine §efefkovi podia zprivu o finan6ni situaci a zrn6nach v po6tech Agent Freddie Kaluia zapsal jako

nove- dospele eleny Destiny Ann Handovou a Dustina S. Rendeka, agent Wilburn Willis zapsal Janie Marie Niemeyerovou jako dospelou elenku. Dekujeme srdeent °Mina poji g fovacim agentiim za jejich pilnou prki. Doposud jsme ziskali k nagemu tidu 9 novych elenu, na g i agenti must ale zapsat nejmene 25 novy'ch elent, pokud chce me zfskat odmenu tisic dolarici a zlatou medajli. Na g i elenov6 musi pomoci najit pro na g e agenty nove eleny, abychom ziskali co nejvice novy-ch Clent do 28. prosince tohoto roku.

Nekolik novfth elenti a tlenek jsme zfskali pfestupem z okolnich radii: Lisa D. Darnellova, Gary D. Niemeyer, Kerri A. Niemeyerovg, Sylvia A. NiemeyerovS, Edward Nors,Jr. a Mary A. SYkorov g . Behem poslednilo etvrtleti nikdo z nagich lent nebo &en& rids nepfede g el na venost. Zprava sestry Seleikove byla pfijata tak, jak byla ttena.

Sestra kordinatorka dobroeinqch akci Maxine Sefcikove pfednesla pak zprkvu o dobroein nosti u naseho tadu.

Vykonali jsme 26 brarrsqch dobroeinn§ch akci, 108 obecnich akci a ziskali jsme 3 nove d- eny k nagemu tadu.

Dekujeme Evelyne Cepdkove, Edwinovi Norsovi, maleltim Vaculikoqm, ktefi darovali dobrovolne krev v Cervenci roku 2001.

Blahopfejeme manzelum Matagovyin za vyznamenini na slavnostnischtizi Obchodni komory, kde byli prohligeni za obeany roku ve Westu,Tx. v tervenci roku 2001. Na stejne schitzi byl Rachel Kosteelova prohli g ena za nejlepg i studentku roku. Jsme hrdi na na ge Cleny a elenky!

Jana Vaculikovd, dcera manelti Vaculikoqch, se ziitastnila soutele o americkou Miss tesko-slovenskeho ptivodu v srpnu ve Wilbur, Ne. Ziskala trofej za iieast a byla representantkou Spoletnosti teskeho dedictvi, poboeky pro Hill a McLennan okresy. Janin kroj byl piivodni kroj jeji babieky z Hluku na Moray& Adolf Volefk a Ernest Zahirniak, Sr. byli mezi temi nekolika 61eny vojenske sluiby s vy znamenSnim rudeho srdce, kteff byli vzpomenuti a pocteni pfi slavnosti 11. srpna 2001 na travnf ku pfi radnici. Blahopfejeme temto veteranum, kteff spinili svoji hrdinskou povinnost!

Blahopfejeme take sestfe Janice Kalulove, kteM obdrIela pinou kvalifikaci jako feditelka Aderholdova pohfebniho tistavu. Ukon6ila studium na Dallaskern institutu pohfebni by v kvetnu roku 2000. Jako dodatek k tomuto tispechu se stala pojigijovacr agentkou u naseho f4du.

Justin a Kerri Kaluiovi se stali sfastn3;mi rodiei synka Tylera Cole, kterY se narodil dne 22. srpna 2001 ve Waco,Tx. Jeho sestra Charity a jeho rodite, d4le prarodiee Freddie a Janice KaluZovi a praprarodiee Herman a JoAnn Matiikvi jsou v g ichni elenove u naseho tadu. Blahopfejeme k p seknemu synkovi a pfirUstku do rodiny.

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Coming Events Second Tuesday of Each Month Fort Worth cluster of the Texas Accordion Association (TAA) meets—at Sammie's Restaurant, 3801 E. Belknap Street, Fort Worth, Texas from 7 to 9 p.m. For information, contact George McBride (817) 237-0035 leader and a TAA Director.

October 26 Soup Tasting and More, sponsored by the Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Harris County Chapter at the CHS Library and Archives Building, 4117 Willowbend; Houston; from 7 - 9 p.m.

October 28 Czech Heritage Celebration in Caldwell, Join the Burleson County Czech Heritage Society and the Burlson County Czech Heritage Museum for a genuine Czech meal and dance, featuring the Dujka Brothers Band; Meal from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Dance from 2 - 6 p.m. For tickets and information, please call (979) 535-4870; (979) 567-4121; or (979) 567-3390.

November 7 Wharton County Czech Heritage Society local chapter fund raiser—from 5 to 7 p.m.

More details forthcoming.

November 12 Dallas/Ennis Fraternal Council Meeting— Lodge 84, Dallas; SPJST Lodge 84

Beautiful Scandinavian Tour Norway, Sweden, Denmark

November 17 Open House: Celebrating the change to democracy in Czechoslovakia: The 12th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution—the day in time we cannot forget, a day to always remember. The Market Place, Northwest Mall.

May 2 - 17, 2002

November 17 Czech Heritage Society State Meeting—in Round Rock.

Booking now - will fill soon Fabrggel Tours 12909 Paden, Needville, Texas 71461 Phone t9791793-6855

Corn Hill eaeob Heritage Celebration Celebrate Czech Heritage in Corn Hill, Texas Saturday, October 21 Polka Matt at 5 p.m.

Holy Trinity Church S626 FM Road 1105 Czech Meal and Dance Moravian Hall on CR316 south of Church Meat: Homemade sausage,

sauerkraut and all the trimmings will be served at 6 p.m.

Adults: *6.50 Children: 12 and under *4 Dance: 7 to 11 p.m.

Musie by the authentic Kovanda Czech Band Ranee tickets: *6 per person For information, call: (512) 746-2842 or 746-5925

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KOLACH E FESTIVAL

Sponsored by WFLA Lodge 401, Dallas

Sunday • November 4 Czech Club 4930 Military Parkway • Dallas 10 a.m. - Kolaches and Coffee Dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pork Loin and Gravy, Knedtiky, Zell, Dumplings and Kraut, Green Beans, Green Salad, Bread, Dessert Coffee and Tea Adults: $8 • 12 and Under. $4 Dance from 2 to 6 p.m.

Adults: $6 • 13-17: $3 Music by

Melodion Band

from the Czech Republic Prize Drawing. Prizes valued at $300, $100 and two $50.

For more information, call: Jerry and Vicki Kohn (214) 337-7275 or Stan and Martha Patak (972) 617-0131

14/VESTNIK-Wednesday, October 24, 2001

Fraternal Activities an 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, November 2-Social, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, November 4-Lodge 6 meeting and Election of Officers for 2002, 2 p.m.

Sunday, November 11-Workers' Appreciation Party Friday, November 16-Social, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 24-Sinklue reunion Sunday, November 25-Private birthday party Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 8265863.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR 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 adult meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.

Youth Club meets the second Sunday of each month 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, October 28-Czech Melody Masters, 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person Sunday, November 11-Country Expression, mix music, 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person.

Sunday, November 18-Bastrop County German Heritage Club Dance, Dinner and Silent Auction: Cloverleaf Orchestra, 2 to 6 p.m. Dinner 3 to 7 p.m. Dance $6 per person.

Dance and dinner $11 adults, $2.50 children.

Open to public. Proceeds to benefit area high school scholarships.

Sunday, November 25-Leroy Rybak's Swing 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) 281-4371; for reservations, call Mildred David (512) 2615272; for band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is Non-Smoking.

LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

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

LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June and

September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, October 27-Barbecue Dinner to benefit Cyclone Pioneer Cemetery. Food by Cyclone Corral. $6 per plate. For tickets, please call Bobby Hoelscher: 985-2537.

November 2-Free karaoke; kitchen open.

November 3-Annual Barbecue Cook-Off and Countywide Sale. See Lodge Letters Section for Details.

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, October 27-Private rental Sunday, October 28-District Three Fall Meeting/Fun Day Saturday, November 3-Rental Thursday, Novmber 8-Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 10-Dining Room Rental Saturday, November 17-Private Rental/50th anniversary 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, October 26-Clem Kubicak and the Polka Stars; Halloween Dance Saturday, October 27-Free Dance: Texas Pioneers; 6 - 10 p.m. Downstairs Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m with a covered dish

Reserve Your Booth Now for the Big

Coun *de Sale ay Saturday November 3 at

Flag Hall.

SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone Booths are $20 and include tables.

Sell your • Arts and Crafts • Garage Sale items • Food Items and Antiques.

Held in conjunction with the Eighth Annual Barbecue Cooke& To reserve your space, call (254) 985-0007

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

SPJST LODGE RATES For advertising SPJST lodge-related activities.

2 3/8" x 5" 4 7/8" x 5" 10" x 5"

$12.50 $25.00 $50.00

meal served after the meeting. All members and guests are always welcome. The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m.

Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 to 9 p.m. "On premises catering." For hall reservations, dance information or bookings call the lodge hall at (512) 352-9139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Shiller (512) 365-7632.

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

LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan.

LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, October 27-Halloween Masquerade Dance: Music by Tobacco Road Sunday, November 11-SPJST Pavelka Cemetery Meeting, 2:30 p.m.; SPJST Meeting, 3 p.m.

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 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

COMMERCIAL RATES Advertising not related to SPJST lodge events.

2 3/8" x 5" 4 7/8" x 5" 10" x 5"

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Meeting/Social at Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje.

Saturday/Sunday, November 3/4Collectibles, Antiques and Crafts Show Saturday, November 10-Wedding Sunday, November 11-Election of officers for 2002.

Saturday, November 17-Wedding 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) 6482317 (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, October 27-Jerry Heisler and Melody Five. Door prizes will be given.

Saturday, November 3-Private Sunday, November 4-Lodge meeting, 1 p.m.; Election of Officers, Board Saturday, November 10-Melodion Band of the. Czech Republic, polka, waltz, western and pop music; $6 per persona Door prizes will be given.

Saturday, November 17-Vrazel Polka Band; $6 per person Saturday, November 24-Central Texas Sounds, $6 per person 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 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 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Sunday, October 28-District Six Fall

LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday

SPJST Lodge 88, Houston 1435 Beall Street • Houston, Texas 77oo8 Roast Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner served from 11 a.m. till ?

Adult's plate $6 • Child's plate $3 • Pastries and kolaches available Homemade ice cream by the Lodge 88 Youth Club in the Annex Building Entertainment, Booths, Raffles, Dance, Food and Kolache Contest in the Ballroom $6 Admission into the Ballroom • Children under 12 free 11:3o a.m.

Performances by Lodge 88 Orchestra and the Choral Club z toi:3o p.m.

Ukranian Dancers

1:3o p.m.

3 to 8 p.m.

Music by the Czech Republic Melodion Band and Harry Czarnek's Texas Dutchmen 4:45 P•m•

Crowning of Proclamations and Recognitions Lodge 88 Mr. and Mrs. Czech Day 2 to 3 p.m.

5 P.m.

Red and White Performers Grand March Genealogy - Check it out!

Everyone invited to participate!

For more information please call, (713) 869-5767

Wednesday, October 24, 2001-VESTNIK/15 of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. Every third Friday is game social night beginning at 6 p.m.

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

LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 8265990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day).

LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. Dances are from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight and cover is $5.

Game nights (taroky, dominos, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Members, please bring snacks.

LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September and December at LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.

LODGE 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Monday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Permit No. 1-75-10523248. "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.

p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-6212077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen.

LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday 8f March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Saturday, October 27-Youth Club Halloween Dance, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. C/W music by Classic Country.

Saturday, November 3-St. George's Harvest Dance: Music by Czech and Then Some Sunday, November 4-C/W music with Randy and the Roadhouse Band, 3 to 7 p.m.

Sunday, November 18-TBA 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 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 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 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 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 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted.

LODGE 84, DALLAS Saturday, November 17-Czech and Then Some

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

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 (214) 352-4397 or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Emil Petr (214) 826-3557.

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 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, 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 MiroslavChodal. Contact lodge office for details. I Also watch the Vestnik for details.

Saturday, November 3-Gus Lindemann, big band music. *Dress Code. Tickets $11 each Saturday, November 10-Bobby Jones, polka/variety. Admission $6 per person Saturday. November 17-Jodie Mikula; polka and variety music; Admission $6 per person Saturday. November 24-No Dance Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third e nesday of each month at 7:30

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, November 11-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 usic. Hail rentals for weddings or pa ies, call (713) 62-6291 after 4 p.m.

LODGE 143, iNEZ

Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 148, EL MATON Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting starts at 2 p.m.

LODGE 151, WHARTON Sunday, December 2-Christmas Socia1/50Year Members: Heinze BBQ, Wharton, Texas, 3:30 p.m. Please bring your favorite dessert. The lodge will provide the meal RSVP by Thursday, November 29, 2001.

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

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

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

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

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in April, July, October and January at 2 p.m.

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

LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, November 3-Texas Star

LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538 or (972) 263-9031.

LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

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

LODGE 186, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open.

License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.

LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meetings are the 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) 255-1554 or (512) 2553415.

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 191, LUFKIN Saturday, November 17 - President's Ball 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) 8295808.

LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Hall is located at 3609 Preston in I Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September and December at Pasadena. Lodge 172 holds a dance on the first Saturday of each month from 8 7 p.m. p.m. to 12 a.m. The hall opens for rentals LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST the rest of the month. For information Sunday, November 18-Lodge meeting at 2 regarding hall rentals for birthday, retirep.m. ment, Christmas parties, wedding receptions etc., please call Vicki (281) 5421774; for reservations, call (281) 487- All dances open to the public. Admission $6 per person. Watch for our letters in the 3297. Executive members and Board of Vestnik. Lodge meetings are the fourth Trustees meet the second Wednesday of Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For lodge each month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are the fourth Wednesday of and rental information, please call the hall, each month at 7:30 p.m., unless other- (281) 373-9482; Alma at (281) 351-1045; or wise noted. Lodge 172 is now a non- Mary Lee at (713) 468-0432. The hall's address is 17810 Huffmeister Road in smoking facility.

Cypress, Texas 77429.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Please note: Lodge meetings will start at Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday 7 p.m. and trustees' meetings will start at of each month at 6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Club meeting dates LODGE 201 are held the second Sunday of each BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 174-18- Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of 083907 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the each month at 3 p.m. For hall rentals, please contact James Balke (979) 830kitchen is open.

0796 or (979) 830-0118.

LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post each month at 3 p.m. at the Jourdanton 4002, Longview.

State Bank in the Community Room unless otherwise noted.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of Building in Carmine at 201 Centennial the month at 7 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Street.

Restaurant in Hico, Texas. Members are urged to attend and anyone belonging to LODGE 180, BURLESON other lodges in driving distance are welLodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles come. Bring a guest and maybe we can south of Burleson. Lodge meetings are make a member out of them. the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES same dates at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each call Estelle Hurtik (817) 284-7218; Rhonda month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, Hurtik (214) 435-2286; or John Hilcher (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas.

7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 e.m.-12:3 a.m.

LO GE 215, Se TH PLAINS Children, 10 an under, free. eetings re held every third Sunday at the Senior Citizen Building in Tahoka at 1 E 1 2, FALLS CO TY L Lodge meetings are t e fourth Sunday of p.//`. The youth club meets at the same time. each ont at 4 p.

of PJST. For more than loo years, the SPJST has worked to ensure the financial security of its members and its fraternal commitment to the communities where SPJST members live, work and play. We're a fraternal benefit society that members can join for any number of reasons. It's a package deal built upon the idea of addressing human needs — financial, social and cultural. The ability to meet those needs and uphold strong human values is the mortar that holds the Society together. The loyalty and breadth of experience of our management, directors, staff and local lodge leaders contributes greatly to the our ability to identify and respond to the changing needs of our members and the communities that we seek to serve. With a faith born of deeds and a renewed commitment to spreading the good word about the SPJST, we look forward to working with you and being your first choice fraternal.

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