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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 ISSN-07458800 VOLUME 90 NUMBER 20

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2/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 15, 2002

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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SPJST HOME OFFICE (800) 727-7578 • FAX: (254) 774-7447 On the Worldwide Web at 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.

The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions.

The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication.

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 Email: 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 Email: genemc@spjst.com

LANITA ANGLIN SECRETARY-TREASURER Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-2334 Email: lanita@spjst.com

JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Email: jerrytnik@spjst.com Home Phone: (254) 773-2950

SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR

Office Phone: (254) 778-5228 Email: Iglofc@stonemedia.com P.O. Box 5119, Temple, Texas 76505

DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I Home Phone: (979) 272-3265 (979) 224-3125 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878

FRANK E. KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II

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

JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN DISTRICT III

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

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

LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT DISTRICT V

Home Phone: (713) 864-2163 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, TX 77008

MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-3279 407 Taos Street, Victoria, TX 77904

BOB J. BAYER, CHAIRMAN DISTRICT VII

Home Phone: (830) 216-7954 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114

BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Clarence R. Matula, Box 533, LaGrange, Tx. 78945 - (979) 968-2881 District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Tx. 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Tx. 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Tx. 76875 - (915) 442-4841 District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Rd., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2136 District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Tx. 77414 - (979) 244-4415 District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Tx. 78064 - (830) 281-8246

FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Stanley Mrnustik, 202 N. Shaw St., Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 567-4386 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx. 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District 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, 2657 F.M. 166, Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx., 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Martha Durham, 7221 Riviera Dr., Fort Worth, Tx. 76180 - (817) 281-0666 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (915) 651-8045 District Five - Edna Wehring, 1831 Crystal Ct., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2815 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Tx. 77971 - (512) 874-4461 District Seven - Polly Bayer, 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Tx. 78114 - (830) 216-7954 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, Rt. 1, Box 24-A, Dime Box, Tx. 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Norma Cavanaugh, Box 276, Granger, Tx., 76530 - (512) 859-2550 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Tx. 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76903 - (915) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angelton, Tx. 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Tx. 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 850 North View, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130 - (830) 606-7787 STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC

Cell: (254) 541-5555 Home: (254) 778-9194 E-mail: spjst@hotmail.com STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICTS 1 and 5 Lynn Johnsen, FIC (979) 680-0248 Cell Phone: (979) 412-1267 E-mail: Ljohnsen@prodigy.net DISTRICTS 2 and 3 Jerry Kucera, FIC (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz, FIC (915) 442-3038 or (915) 442-3141 (Home) DISTRICT 6 Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Cell Phone: (979) 541-1616 E-mail • kkaspar @ wcecnet. net DISTRICT 7 Hector Garcia (361) 668-4670 Cell Phone: (361) 548-5702 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

$67,000 Presented in 2002 Congratulations to all of our 2002 SPJST Scholarship recipients. Their photographs appear on pages 10-13 of this week's Vestnik. A total of 66 students will receive awards totaling $66,000 in 2002.

VV Show Your Spirit The United States Flag celebrates its 225th birthday on June 14. To promote the patriotic spirit of the SPJST, the Society is again sponsoring a Flag Day Essay Contest for our young members.

Please share this information with the young members you know.

All SPJST youth are invited to enter this year's competition for ages six to high school senior. Youth club membership is not required.

The theme of this year's contest is simple: "The American Flag."

Encourage your young essay writers to use their imaginations in addressing this theme.

The winning entry in this year's contest receives a $150 U.S. Savings Bond and will have his or her winning entry read at the Flag Day Ceremony on June 14 at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Runner-up prizes are also being awarded to the winning entry in each age category as follows: Ages 6 to 8 $50 U.S. Savings Bond Ages 9 to 11 $50 U.S. Savings Bond Ages 12 to 14 $50 U.S. Savings Bond Ages 15 to High School Senior $50 U.S. Savings Bond

ed by the youth member.

Entries become the property of SPJST and will not be returned.

Entries must include a cover sheet with the following information: participant's name, address, phone number and lodge number.

Please note that Flag Day Essay entries must be postmarked by May 31, 2002. If you have any questions, please give State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny a call at (800) 7277578 or contact her via E-mail melaniez@vvm.com .

There's More .. .

Younger members — five and under — are also invited to get in on the fun with a "Color the Flag Contest." Entries will not be judged, rather participants names will go into a drawing for various prizes. For complete details, contact Melanie at the number listed above or visit the SPJST website at www.spjst.com and click on the Youth Section. t

Sounds Familiar!

As of this writing, we've been having quite a dry spell here in Central Texas and in points south. That's nothing new as the following item — which appeared 50 years ago this week in the Vestnik — shows: It Can Be Dry in Texas

All participants will receive a participation certificate. Entries will be judged by a panel of writing specialists. Judging is based on the entry's creativity, grammar and neatness.

Essay Contest Rules • Write a poem or essay about the American flag. Essay length must be between 150 and 500 words.

• Entries must be typed.

• Entries must be original and creat-

A soldier from North Camp Hood invaded a domino parlor this past summer, shaking caliche dust from his uniform and cussing impartially the heat, the drought and Texas as a whole in a Yankee accent.

"Doesn't it ever rain in this Godforsaken place?" the soldier snorted.

An old rancher at a domino table looked up.

"Son," he said, "have you ever read in the Bible where it rained on this entire earth once for 40 days and 40 nights?"

"Of course I have," answered the soldier "Well sir;" said the old timer, "We got two inches that time."

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GLADYS YATES (254) 773-1575

Family Fun and

STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-0807 E-Mail: melaniez@vvm.com

Important MST Dates

DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, 2657 F.M.

166, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (979) 272-3440 DISTRICT Il - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 764 S. ST. JOSEPH STREET, BURLINGTON, TEXAS 76519 (254) 985-2396 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SANDRA JANSA, 6617 PLAINVIEW, SAN ANGELO, TX 76904 - (915) 651-8045 DISTRICT V - MARIE STAYTON, 1126 PRINCE STREET, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 863-1609 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 2400 LAZY HOLLOW, APT. 248D. HOUSTON, TX 77063 - (713) 974-3946 DISTRICT VU - LIZ BIELEFELD, ROUTE TWO, BOX 154-B, FLORESVI1 F, TX 78114 (830) 393-6037

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

May 18 May 19 May 24-26 May 27 June 2 June 2 June 8 June 20 June 30

SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament at Lion's Park, Temple Lodge 80, Holland Picnic National Polka Festival in Ennis Memorial Day, SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming District Four and Concho Valley CHS Czech Fest SPJST Fund Raiser Barbecue at SPJST Home Office Family Fun Day at Lodge 9, Snook —SPJST-

Wednesday; May 15, 2002--VESTNIK/3

SPJST welcomes twelve new sales representatives

FROM THE OFFICE diTHE VICE PRESIDENT

Monthly Insurance Report Through April, 2002

The SPJST is happy to announce Judith at (361) 865-2677 or via cell the appointment of nine new sales phone at (979) 542-6840. representatives. They are as follows: Margaret Kulcak, Lodge 30, Virginia Brown, Lodge 49, Taiton/District Six, makes her home Rowena/District Four, lives in in Louise with her husband, James.

Sonora with her husbnad, Russell. They have four children; and three The BRowns have three children and grandchildren. In her free time, she three grandchildren. Virginia's inter- enjoys reading, yard work and ests include gardening and home sewing. Please contact her at (979) remodeling. Please contact her at 543-6349.

(915) 387-3067 or (915) 387-5172.

Corinne Mauldin, Lodge 200, Brenda Busby, Lodge 66, Bruceville-Eddy/District Two, Waco/District Three, lives in Riesel resides in Salado. She and her huswith her husband, Roger Berry. band, John W. Mauldin, Jr. have three Brenda enjoys singing, animals, rid- children. In her spare time, Corinne ing houses, classic cars and watching enjoys baking, interior design and old movies. You may phone her at gardening. You can reach her at (254) 875-9531.

(254) 947-3626.

Kenneth Carter, Lodge 191, Ricky Dale Rogers, Lodge 160, Lufkin/District Five, makes his San Angelo/District Four, makes home in Lufkin with wife, Joyce. his home in San Angelo with wife, Kenneth's hobbies/interests include Linda. ,,They have two children; and dance, golf, gardening, managing one grandchild. Ricky's interests are rental property, spending time with -music and racing. Please contact him his grandchildren. Please contact at (915) 658-9802.

Kenneth at (936) 637-7785.

Doris Tucker, Lodge 148, El Jimmy Jones, Lodge 49, Rowe- Maton/District Six, resides in Blessna/District Four, lives in San Saba ing with her husband, Rodney. They with his wife, Jeri. They have four have four children; and nine grandchildren; and nine grandchildren. children. Her hobbits include crafts.

Jimmy's interest includes farming. You can reach her at (361) 588-6370.

You can phone him at (915) 372Jerry Don Ware, Lodge 160, San 5009.

Angelo/District Four, lives in San Billy Kiechler, Lodge 231, Angelo with his wife, Kalie. They Angleton/District Five and her hus- have two children; and one grandband, Louis, live in Brazoria where child. In his free time, Jerry enjoys Billy enjoys growing her own herbs hunting, fishing and raising goats. and spending time with her grand- You can reach Jerry by calling (915) child. Please contact her at (979) 653-4671.

798-8592.

Jimmy W. Warren, Lodge 49, Judith Kubecka, Lodge 21, Rowena/District Four, resides in Engle/District One and her husband, Odessa with his wife, Sandy. They James, live in Flatonia. A member of have one grandchild; and two greatthe Praha Catholic Church, Judith is grandchildren. Jimmy enjoys playing an avid polka and waltz dancer. She bluegrass and bluegrass gospel and her husband also collect antique music. Please phone him at (915) tractors and participate in various 368-5558.

—SPJSTtractor club events. Please contact

MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED Dist

Apps.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9

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207

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$ 155,000.00

584,000.00 659,000.00 739,000.00 390,000.00 739,000.00 860,000.00 375,000.00 10,000.00

1,041,000.00 731,500.00 435,000.00 274,000.00 530,000.00 835,000.00 30,000.00

$4,356,000.00

$4,031,500.00

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED Dist 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals:

Apps.

66 189 140 61 122 123 67 7 775

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$ 1,174,000.00

1,762,812.00 4,258,500.00 2,551,422.00 1,398,000.00 1,960,500.00 4,289,000.00 2,415,000.00 157,000.00

2,732,500.00 2,002,422.00 798,000.00 908,500.00 3,434,000.00 1,470,000.00 157,000.00

$18,792,234.00

$12,676,422.00

Fraternally, Gene McBride, FICF Vice President —SPJST— FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament Saturday, May 18 at Lions Park Temple, Texas Registration 8 a.m.

Play begins at 9 a.m.

Get your partner or come by yourself to play in the State Horseshoe Tournament. If you do not have a partner, we may have other players who do not have a partner and we can match you. If you do not play, come and enjoy the fellowship.

Play limited to SPJST members. $7 Registration and lunch fee.

To register, contact the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator at (800) 727-7578.

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Virginia Brown

Brenda Busby

Directions: Take 135 to Midway Drive (Exit 297). Go East , 1.4 miles on Midway Drive to Hickory. Turn right on Hickory. Take Hickory one mile and turn right at A.J. Mercer Softball Complex.

You are at Lion's Park. ,Follow winding road past pool. Take a left at the softball field and follow around to the horseshoe pits.

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4NESTNIK—Wednesday, May 15, 2002

SPJST records 775 applications issued through April in Vision 2002 program Through the end of April, the SPJST had received applications for 775 insurance and annuity certificates.

Over the same period, 729 certificates were issued. The goal of the Vision 2002 membership drive is to write at least 2,100 applications in 2002.

In conjunction with the SPJST's Vision 2002 program, local lodges have been assigned application quotas for the year. The lodge quota has been based largely on past performance and perceived potential.

The fourth column, "Youth Club

Quota," applies to those lodges with active youth clubs and reflects the number of applications write for members between the ages of 0 and 17. "Youth Club" totals will be applied toward the lodge's total quota.

An asterisk (*) denotes that the lodge does not have a youth club. The sixth column, "Lodge Incentive Count" reflects the number of new certificates issued for the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program through April 30, 2002 —SPJST-

DISTRICT ONE Lodge No. Lodge Name 1 9` 13 17 21 38 39 51 57 67 94 106 141 169 179 186 188 189 201

Vision 2002 Youth Club Vision 2002 Application Application Applications Quota Goal/Current Written Count

Fayetteville Snook Dime Box New Tabor Engle Kovar Bryan Ellinger Gonzales Schulenburg Wheelock LaGrange Sealy Brenham Warrenton Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Nelsonville-Bleiblerville New Youth Club

10 25 15 25 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

10/13 10/5 10/2 10/3

10/8

0 16 6 9 0 3 5 2 0 2 0 0 5 0 0 17 0 2 1

211 Palestine 216 Athens 224 Waxahachie 226 Corsicana New Youth Club

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Lodge No. Lodge Name 49 73 76 157 160 207 209 215 219 222 229 230

Lodge No. Lodge Name 15 18 20 24 29 47 48 74 80 87 89 155 171 174 177 182 187 200 221

Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton Beyersville Crockett Holland Temple Rosebud Austin Lockhart Rockdale Academy Marlin Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy Harker Heights New Youth Club

10 35 20 35 75 50 10 10 50 25 10 10 10 10 25 10 25 10 10

10/4 10/0 10/23 10/2 10/19 10/13

10/8 10/1 10/5

10 8 1 36 20 36 1 1 18 16 1 6 0 0 16 2 9 8 2

Lodge No. Lodge Name 65 81 88 91 114 139 142 149 156 162 172 175 181 191 196 225 227 228

7 6 1 36 17 37 1 1 19 16 1 7 0 0 15 1 9 5 2

DISTRICT THREE Lodge No. Lodge Name 5 6 25 35 54 66 82 84 92 101 130 135 154 167 178 180 183 195 204 205 206 210

Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Ennis Dallas Fort Worth Gainesville Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Penelope Longview Burleson Arlington Cleburne Stephenville Terrell Mexia Fairfield

25 60 25 10 25 55 10 25 35 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 10 10

10/15 10/2 10/6 10/3 10/6

10/2

5 24 11 5 19 13 0 14 22 0 2 2 4 0 1 0 6 0 0 7 2 0

Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Fairchilds Danbury Houston Alvin Baytown Iowa Colony Pasadena Rosenberg Conroe Lufkin Houston-West Silsbee Onalaska Cleveland New Youth Club

Lodge Incentive Count

10

Vision 2002 Youth Club Vision 2002 Application Application Applications Quota Goal/Current Written Count

Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park Brownwood South Plains El Paso Vernon Abilene Midland New Youth Club

40 10 10 10 50 10 10 25 10 10 10 10

* 10/4 10/8 * *

18 3 0 0 24 1 0 13 0 0 1 3

Lodge Incentive Count 18 3 3 0 20 1 0 14 0 1

10

Vision 2002 Youth Club Vision 2002 Application Application Applications Quota Goal/Current Written Count 10 15 140 10 0 10 15 10 10 0 30 10 10 15 35 10 10 10

10/14

10/4

10/7

1 5 46 3 0 10 5 0 7 2 0 14 15 0 11 0

Lodge Incentive Count 1 3 48 2 0 11 5 0 1 8 2 0 13 14 0 9 0

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DISTRICT SIX Lodge No. Lodge Name 4 8 10 19 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 223

Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Velehrad Moravia East Bernard Talton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placedo Westhoff Inez El Maton Wharton LaSalle Moulton Palacios New Youth Club

Lodge Incentive Count 6 28 12 6 19 15 0 11 20 0 2 4 5 0 1 0 6 0 0 6 1 0

Vision 2002 Youth Club Vision 2002 Application Application Applications Quota Goal/Current Written Count

DISTRICT FIVE

DISTRICT TWO Vision 2002 Youth Club Vision 2002 Application Application Applications Quota Goal/Current Written Count

10

DISTRICT FOUR

Lodge Incentive Count 0 15 10 8 0 3 4 2 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 12 0 4 1

10 10 10 10

Vision 2002 Youth Club Vision 2002 Application Application Applications Quota Goal/Current Written Count 20 10 10 0 10 25 25 15 55 10 10 55 0 10 10 10 10 10 10

10/1

10/6 10/6 10/13 10/3 10/4

3 8 0 0 0 11 15 10 44 0 6 10 0 1 8 3 3 1 0

Lodge Incentive Count 3 8 0 0 0 8 13 9 35 0 5 9 0 0 8 4 3 1 0

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DISTRICT SEVEN Lodge No. Lodge Name 26 79 93 107 117 133 137 164 185 197 202 212 213 214 217 218 220

Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville Robstown San Antonio Taft Rio Hondo New Braunfels Rockport Jourdanton Boerne Fredericksburg Beeville Alice Laredo McAllen New Youth Club

Vision 2002 Youth Club Vision 2002 Application Application Applications Goal/Current Written Count Quota 10 20 10 15 10 10 10 10 10 10 30 10 10 10 10 10 10

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Lodge Count 12 0 2 1 3 3 1 4 0 13 1 0 0 7 0 5

Wednesday, May 15, 2002--VESTNIK/5

SPJST records 590 referrals through April in Vision 2002 program To help achieve the objectives of the Vision 2002 program, several incentives are being offered. Members who make referrals that result in written applications will be recognized as follows: • Recruit One Member - Name in Vestnik.

• Recruit Three Members - Name and photograph in Vestnik.

• Recruit Six Members - Name and photo in Vestnik, eligible for drawing for 10 (ten) $50 cash prizes.

• Recruit 10 Mernbers - Name and photo in Vestnik, eligible for drawing for 10 (ten) $100 cach prizes.

• Recruit 21 Members - Name and photo in Vestnik, eligible for drawing for 10 (ten) $150 cash prizes; photo in local newspaper; photo on SPJST wall "Roll of Honor."

• Overall Top Recruiter - Trip for two to Bossier City, Louisisana (will accompany winning Lodge Officers on trip.) Special recognition at the 2003 SPJST Awards Banquet (receives mileage to and from banquet.)

Special Note: The SPJST Home Office will include only valid sales leads in the member incentive program.

The following listing identifies members who have made referrals during the Vision 2002 Membership Drive.

Lodge Member's Name

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 6 6 6 9 9 9 9 9 13 13 13 17 17 18 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 25 25 28 28 29 29 30 30 30 30 30 30 32 32 32 32

Referrals

Ashton Martignoi 1 Floyd Ray Gee 1 Linda Fay Harvey 2 Marilyn Ulicnik 1 1 Milton Baasen, Sr. Robin Fresch 1 Susan Shofner 37 1 W.L. Snyder William Anderle 1 Marissa Sustaita 1 5 Brooke Craig Whitney Dobecka 2 Traci Dobecka 1 Bradley Shelfer 10 Josef Orsak 9 4 Josef Sebesta Zachary Shelfer 10 Hannah Kovar 7 Alahhah Villanueva 1 Amanda Villanueva 2 Joyce Ford 1 Chandler Malazzo 1 Kyle Skrabanek 3 Sandra Freitag 1 Aaron Rucker 2 5 Barbara Macek Lisa Kirby 11 Melanie Zavodny 34 Peggy Sue Herendon 40 3 Rena Greger Rodney Marek 0 Wilbert Mikeska 11 Amanda West 1 Andy Baker 1 Suzann Baker 1 Victor Trojacek 1 Helen Kelner 2 3 Jessica Kelner 1 Jennifer Green Scott Green 6 Brandon Drapela 1 Chad Dorotik 1 Chet Dluhos 1 1 Clayton Ott 5 Kyle Kaspar Karen Kahanek 1 2 Jacqueline Rowland 1 Madeline Rowland Rebecca Motel Richardson1 1 Sylvia Kocian

Lodge

35 39 39 39 39 39 39 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 63 63 66 66 80 80 81 84 87 92 92 92 92 92

92 107 107 107 142 142 142 148 154 154 160 172 177 177 177 177 177 177 183 185 186 186 186 187 191 196 196 200 200 200 200 200 202 202 215 215 215 220

Member's Name

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Scenes from recent sales seminars that were originally scheduled to appear in this week's Vestnik will be in next week's paper.

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For more information on the SPJST Youth Achiever Life certificate or other financial products, please contact your local lodge sales representative.

SPJST members, ages six to high school senior, are encouraged to join an SPJST Youth Club. SPJST Youth Clubs provide opportunities for members to build selfconfidence, meet new friends, develop responsibility, learn leadership skills, serve their communities and have fun. The Program also conducts summer camp.

For details, contact your local lodge or any of the District Youth Counselors listed on page two.

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 15, 2002

Lodge Letters Section

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

Send your news and photos to: SPJST Vestnik, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447

It is new hope, fresh courage and strength for the mother to pick up the broken threads of Life and carry on.

It is a college , education for the son and daughters—a chance for a career instead of a need for a job.

It is a father's parental blessing to the children on their wedding day.

E-Mail: vanicek@spjst.com or info @spjst.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578

It is the function of a father's hopes and plans for his family's future.

Sokol on the next regular meeting date, so they would go to movies and have pizza party along with a short meeting on May 26. The youth were busy at our last social making MothHi! Our Vice President, Brother er's Day crafts for all the moms. The Ray Perez, called the meeting to order youth distributed little hats to go on at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 7. The the refrigerator door to all moms prePledge of Allegiance was led by sent at the meeting. Thanks to all the Bracy Craig and Courtney Halbert youth.

Sister Barbara Hykel, Fraternal with the motto given by Christi SparkActivities Coordinator, was called man. Thanks, girls! upon for her report. She reported sevBefore I continue on with the report eral things coming up, but I failed to and so I will not forget, I want to say get them all down, so keep watch in thanks to Ray and Shirley Romero your Vestnik for any activities you family for their donation of hot dogs wish to participate in.

She also mento our social that we had on Friday, tioned a trip was planned to the horse May 3. These wieners were left over races and if interested, you need to from Whitney's birthday party, and we contact the Home Office in Temple, all sure enjoyed the hot dogs on our Texas. She reported that Join Hands last social.

Back to the meeting report. Sister Day is on June 15, and that the youth Georgie Soukup, Flagbearer, reported would be very busy in the upcoming 42 members and one guest present. month. She asked all to please supWelcome to Larry Muehlstein from port the youth club.

Sunshine Committee, Sister Hattie Florida. It was a pleasure having him Kaska, gave her, report of sending getwith us and hope he and his siblings well cards to Brother Emil Petr in Dalenjoy their dad's birthday this month. las, Texas. Also get well cards to His parents are John and Evelyn Miss Bracy Craig, Sister Mary Karlik, Muehlstein.

The reading of the minutes were and Brothers Willie Skerik and Robert Dobecka. Hope these folks are feeling read by Sister Barbara Hykel. They were approved as read. Sister Peggy better by this time. There were no Dobecka, Treasurer, gave her reports sympathy cards sent out.

Brother Jerry Kucera, State Sales and they were also approved as given.

Representative of our District Three Financial Secretary, Brother George and Sales Representative of our lodge, Straten, gave his report. He reported gave a report of 746 applications for five new adult members and five new statewide SPJST in the first four juvenile members. All members were months, which is ahead of last year at accepted into our lodge and we look this time. For Lodge 6, Cottonwood, forward to seeing them at our meetthere are 28 approved applications and ings, socials and other events. some additionals through the Home Thanks to Brothers Jerry Kucera.

Office. Brother Jerry also mentioned and Robert Dobecka, Sales Representhat the sales representatives need tatives. Brother George also gave the some names and leads in order to lodge bookings, with our socials on reach'our 91 applications for this year.

May 17 and June 7 with our meeting Brother Jerry also wanted to read a on June 2, 2002. poem to us, which he did, and gave permission for me to print it: Youth Report The Definition Youth Leader, Sister Peggy Dobecof Life Insurance ka, was called upon for her report.

She thanked the lodge for helping out A life insurance policy is just a in the paying of a portion of the state time-yellowed piece of paper with camp fees for the youth. She reported columns of figures and legal phrases that the youth had attended District until it is baptized with a widow's Three Spring Meeting and had entered tears. Then it is a modern miracle, the Christmas Card Design Contest.

Aladdin's Lamp.

Whitney Dobecka had taken first It is food, clothing, shelter, educaplace, and others had come in second and third places. Sister Peggy also tion, peace of mind, comfort, undying reported that Miss Bracy Craig was love and affection. honored at the District Three Spring It is the sincerest love letter ever Meeting with $75 for first place in the written.

Camp Tee-shirt Design Contest for her It quiets the crying of a hungry age category. She also reported that the youth would be very busy with baby at night.

District Three Youth Achievement It eases the aching heart of a Day coming up, LIT Workshop and bereaved widow.

District Three Camp.

It is a comforting whisper in the Sister Peggy also reported that most of the youth would be involved with dark, silent hours of the night.

Life Insurance is a privilege of living after death.

Lodge 6, Cottonwood reports on May meeting

Through Life Insurance, he lives on. There is no death.

Johnnie Krizan, President, advised everyone that the Christmas Ornaments are in through the Chamber of Commerce. They are $7.50 each. He advised that they were very nice with our building on them. Thanks to the West Chamber of Commerce for doing this for us this year.

Brother Johnnie also advised us that the tax forms were gotten to the Appraisal District by April 30. We shall wait and see as to what happens next on this issue. There was no further old business.

Sister Barbara Hykel, Secretary, read a thank you note from the West Boys Scouts in connection with the $3,000 donation made through the Supreme Lodge, Temple, Texas, Lodge 66, Waco—Elm Mott, Texas, and Lodges 54, West, Texas and Lodge 6, Cottonwood, West, Texas.

Brother Johnnie Krizan named the Lifetime Achiever award recipients who were present at District Three Spring Meeting receiving their plaques. They were Sisters Barbara Hykel and Ruth Krizan along with Brothers Al Soukup and Robert Dobecka. Brother George Straten was not able to attend District Three Spring Meeting and Brother Johnnie presented his plaque to him at our meeting. Congratulations to all recipients of this award!

Those in attend with a May birthday were John Muehlstein and Ruth Krizan. Happy birthday to these two great individuals and to all with a birthday this month. Door prizes were then awarded with the $5 door prize to Jerelene Lenart. Congratulations!

The progressive door prize drawn was Billie Joe Marek, not present. Various other door prizes were exchanged.

The meeting was then adjourned for everyone to enjoy the lasagna meal

with all the trimmings that the men prepared for the ladies. Thanks guys for our Mother's Day meal. It was enjoyed by all.

Next Meeting June 2 See everyone at our next meeting on June 2, at 2 p.m. Okay, ladies, what are we going to feed the gentlemen for their Father's Day meal? Naturally, they are thinking steaks, but it may be peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Doesn't that sound great, guys! Just kidding, we will do a little better than that after all that you did for us this month. Thanks!

Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST-

8, Weimar cites "Everyday Heroes" in April Lodge

The regular meeting of Weimar Lodge 8, was held Monday, April 22 at the Veteran"s Hall. We opened our meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a silent tribute to our deceased members. All officers were present.

There were 14 members and three guests present.

Gladys Yates, State Fraternal Activities Director was our guest speaker.

She brought us a movie titled "Czechs in Texas, a Checkerboard." The movie told of the beginnings of SPJST in Texas and showed many scenes from Fayette County which were recognized by the members.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Henrietta Veselka, treasurer, gave a report of our finances. It was approved by the members.

A memorial service for our recent deceased members will be hid at our May meeting. Members of the immediate families of the deceased will be invited to attend this special service.

Presentation of Everyday Hero pins were made to our special volunteers.

The honorees were Christine Eschenburg, Erline and George Janik, JoAnn Leo Jares, Monica Kocian, Christie and Raymond Kocian, Earline Muenster, Rosie and A.J. Shumbera, Barbara and Paul Veselka, and Henrietta and Gene Veselka. These members were honored for their support of Lodge 8 by their attendance at the

Lodge 8, Weimar Cites "Everyday Heroes /I At it's April Meeting, Lodge 8, Weimar presented Everyday Heroe pins to lodge volunteers. Pictured above, from left, front, are Erline Janik, Henrietta Veselka, Christine Eschenburg, Monica Kocian and Jo Ann Jares. BACK: Leo Jares, SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Gladys Yates — who made the presentation, Gene Veselka, George Janik, Christie Kocian, Earline Muenster, Rosie Shumbera and A. J. Shumbera.

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meetings and for all the fraternal work they do for the community and church.

We had no birthday or wedding anniversary celebrants for the month of April.

We will have a covered dish meal for our May meeting. The meat will be furnished by the lodge and members have volunteered to bring vegetable and dessert dishes.

Following the meeting, attendance prizes were given out. Most members brought the items and Gladys Yates also brought some nice items. Thank you for being so thoughtful.

Our next meeting will be May 27, Memorial Day at the Veterans Hall.

Remember our veterans on this day .

Fraternally, JoAnn Jares, Secretary —SPJST-

9, Snook Family Fun Day set for June 30

Agnes Rupp was elected financial secretary. She will replace Marvin Marek who resigned last year. Thank you, Marvin, for the fine job you did last year. We know this will give you more time for Evelyn and your endeavors. We wish you the best.

We wish Ben David a speedy recovery. Ben, one of our faithful meeting attendees, is recovering from a stroke. He and Mildred have been missed, and we wish them both the best. Our prayers are with you, and we hope to see you at our meetings soon.

We have a note from our new financial secretary. Please read it and make sure that we have all the information Agnes needs.

Friendship is like a plant. It needs a lot of attention Irene Vrabel Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Make plans now to join us at SPJST Lodge 9, Snook on Sunday, June 30 for our Fifth Annual Family Fun Day. We will be serving barbecue for $6 a plate. The meal will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets are available in advance and at the door. A silent auction will also be held to raise money with proceeds going to benefit hall improvements.

Please come and join the fun and fellowship.

Fraternally submitted, Ann Achoeneman —SPJST-

18, Elgin reports on April meeting Lodge

President Mike Mogonye opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of prayer for our members. All officers except Jim Buckner were present. President Mogonye stated that Jim had an excused absence.

Diane read the minutes of the last meeting. Glen gave the treasurer's report. Both were found in order and approved.

Easter Egg Hunt Ruby gave the youth report. Due to the bad weather, the Easter egg hunt was held indoors. However, this did not dampen the spirits of the youngsters. Ruby stated that over 130 youngsters attended the hunt. Thank you, Ruby. As always, you were there for the youth. Ruby thanked the adults who helped. More of us need to help.

Let's see if we can get involved. Ruby also stated that someone had thrown away some of her youth articles from the youth room when it was cleaned.

President Mike apologized and stated that we would pay for anything Ruby needed replaced.

April 26 is Arbor Day. President Mike said that we need to plant trees or shrubs.

18, Elgin encouraged to keep addresses current Lodge

Reminder to Members: If you did not receive a dues notification card from me, it is because I do not have your correct address. I received the address list from the Supreme Lodge.

I recommend you call the Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary's Department (800) 727-7578 to verify your correct address and/or name. This is particularly important so your insurance information is sent to the correct address/name, and you keep receiving the Vestnik.

Those members who sent me address changes, I have phoned them into the Supreme Lodge.

Thanks to those members who have already paid their 2002 dues.

Agnes Rupp Financial Secretary —SPJST-

24, Cyclone meets May 20 at Flag Hall Lodge

Dear Members, Please note that our May meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, May 20 at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. If you haven't been to a meeting in a while, please come out. We'd love to see you! Same applies to those of you who are members and have yet to make your first meeting.

By the time this letter appears, our annual Mother's Day Barbecue will be history. Thanks to all of our event organizers, adult and youth workers and those of you who came out.

Planning Ahead At the May meeting, we'll be discussing upcoming lodge events including Czech Heritage Day in October and the Barbecue Cook-Off in November. These festivities are getting bigger each year and all hands on deck are welcome! Your input and support is appreciated.

Come early on May 20 and bring an appetite. Chili dogs are on the menu and will be served at 6:30 p.m.

As always, your side dish items and/or desserts are invited. Hope to see you there. It'll be fun . . .

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek, President —SPJST-

66, Waco reports on April meeting Lodge

The meeting was called to order by President George Pauling on April 21 at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall, Elm Mott, Texas. There were 28 members and one guest Tom Weeks present. All officers were present with the exception of Guide Emma Ceska who has not been feeling well. Emma, hope you feel better soon. We miss you .

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

Members stood for a moment of silent prayer for our deceased members Johnnie Bakluda, Barbara Walla, and Jewel Warhol.

Secretary Dana McAdams read the minutes of the March 21 meeting and they were approved as read. Sister Dana also read correspondence about the State Horseshoe Tournament which will be held on May 18 at the Temple Park; received a form on the Internal Revenue 990 and 990T from Lanita Anglin and a revised update on Lodge Incentive Program from the Supreme Lodge.

President Pauling read correspondence on the Taroky Tournament which will be held in Rowena on May 11, 2002. He also reported that there will be a Fraternal Activities Coordinator (FAC) and Officers District Meeting on June 11, 2002 at Lodge 66, Waco, Elm Mott, Texas beginning at 6:30 p.m. and on June 13, it will be held at Lodge 92, Fort Worth.

Chairman of the Board Milan Dujka had Secretary of the Board Bonnie Pruitt read the minutes of the board meeting which was held on April 21 at 1 p.m.

FAC Mary Alice Langlotz read a letter from State FAC Gladys Yates.

She reminded everyone of the State Horseshoe Tournament which will be held at Lions' Park in Temple.

On Arbor Day, April 6, there were 12 adults and three children present to do a clean up of the hall. She thanked Louie and Dorothy Veselka, John and Diana Engelke, Tim and Mary Lou Urbanek, Milan and Janie Dujka, Megan Leeann and Butchie, George Pauling, Gladys Yates, Johnnie Gaidusek for doing the clean up.

Mary Alice, thanks to you as well for your participation and for cooking the delicious hamburgers. Thanks to Tim and George for mowing the grass and Mary Lou for picking up limbs of trees and for planting flowers. George Pauling and Louie Veselka did some weed eating on that day. Pictures will be sent to the Vestnik soon. Mary Alice, thank you for donating a tree for the lobby.

Chairman of the Entertainment Committee Michael Galler reported

that the committee met on April 21 at 1 p.m. Today, Louie Veselka and Michael will make hamburgers. For the Mother's Day and Father's Day combination meal, roast beef, gravy, mashed potatoes, salad, bread, desserts and tea will be served. Hope to have a good turnout.

Due to the absence of Chairman of the Cheer and Condolence Committee, Emma Ceska, Dorothy Veselka gave the report. Emma sent sympathy cards to the family of Barbara Eison Walla; to the family of Jewel Warhol.

She sent get well cards to Gladys Yates, Ben Pustejovsky. Dorothy sent cards to Emil Petr of Dallas; Georgia Pavlicek and Emma Ceska. Donations to the Libbie Parma Trust Fund in the memory of Jewel Warhol were from: Emma and Otis Ceska, Dorothy and Louie Veselka, Tim and Mary Lou Urbane, Darlene Engelke, George and Sue Pauling, Dana and Jodie McAdams, Gladys Yates, Bonnie Pruitt, Rosemary Spence, and Gene and Dorothy Gerlich. Thanks to all who made the donations.

Sister Darlene Engelke read names of candidates for membership. Randall Dillard wrote up Gloria Ann Wesley. She was accepted as a member to Lodge 66. Cynthia Cogburn transferred to Lodge 54.

Sister Darlene Engelke read resolution of sympathy on Johnnie Bakluda, Jewel Warhol and Barbara Walla.

May they rest in peace.

Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report.

Youth Report Youth Leader Debbie Galler gave the youth report. There were 12 youth, seven adults present. The youth will enter Christmas Card Design Contest at the District Three Spring Meeting. She has encouraged the youth to write an Essay about the American Flag. She needs the camp tee-shirt forms in by May 31. At the May 19 meeting, the youth will present Mother's Day and Father's Day gifts to them. Debbie reminded the youth that Youth Achievement Day (YAD) is June 23. The youth need to fill out cards and bring to the May 19 meeting. The youth will practice for YAD after the May meeting. The youth will make a large paper chain for Linking America Project and given to the Armed Forces. The cake was brought by Amanda Neslony, and the game by Sarah Wallace. The youth first door prize winner was Tommy Weeks, and second was Douglas Galler.

We want to thank Johnnie Gaidusek for reporting to us that his wife, Margaret (Polly) Gaidusek, is improving more each day. Polly, we miss you.

The April birthday celebrant present today was Eugene Gerlich.

The adult door prize was won by Mary Alice Langlotz. The 50-50 winner was Rosemary Spence.

Next Lodge Meeting May 19 The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Committee meeting will be held on May 19, 2002 at 1 p.m. The next lodge meeting is on May 19, 2002.

The meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST-

8IVESTNIK—Wednesday, May 15, 2002

Lodge 805 Holland annual picnic set for May 19 Dear Members and Friends, President Harold Rohde called the meeting to order of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland at 4 p.m. on May 5, 2002.

The membership stood for Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. All officers were present except for the Fraternal Activities Coordinator Melissa Vrabel.

Secretary Glen Latham read the minutes of the April meeting. They were approved as read. All committees were fine.

A thank you was read from the W. D. Liles family and from the Bill Adams family for the memorial given in their honor to the scholarship fund by the lodge.

Three new members were voted in.

Annual Picnic May 19 Brother Rohde reminded everyone of the annual picnic on May 19. We need country store items, auction items and baked goods. Advance meal tickets are available.

Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar presented 50-year pins to Helen and Frank Pajestka, Sr. Brother Leshikar had praise for Lodge 80 hosting the spring meeting.

Brother Rohde stated all mothers and grandmothers present would be given a six-pack of their choice for Mother's Day. No one had birthday in May. Glen Latham moved to give $250 to the ARC, Special Olympics. This was seconded by Estelle Coker.

Motion carried.

Winners in the drawing for door prizes were Glen Latham, Gay Rohlack, Harold Rohde, Blanche Pajestka, and Frank Pajestka, Jr. Frankie, Jr. also had door prizes from sales representatives. The winners were Mary Ann DePew, Cyril Pajestka, Barbara Taisler, Doris Eckermann, Johnny Rohlack, Estelle Coker, and Helen Pajestka.

There being no further business, Doris Eckermann moved to adjourn.

It was seconded by Florine Rohde.

The meeting adjourned at 4:30 p.m. followed by happy hour and a delicious meal of barbecue and fried chicken and all the trimmings served to a large gathering of the 50-year membership occasion.

Don't forget the picnic at Lodge 80 on May 19. See you there!

Fraternally, Estelle G. Coker —SPJST-

Lodge 84, Dallas softball team reunion May 18 A second reunion of SPJST softball teams— including all teams from the years 1954 to 1988 — will be held on May 18 at the lodge hall located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas. This will be a special day for renewing old friendships, good times and tall tales.

The same was true when we had our first reunion on May 16, 1999.

This year, reunion will start at 3 p.m. Later than evening, the lodge will host a dance with music by the Vanek's Orchestra. starting at 8 p.m.

As mentioned in the beautiful invitation sent out by Larry Brennan, all the ball players and wives and others attending can stay for the dance at a special half price of $7 per couple or $3 per individual. This is a special offer by the lodge.

A small committee consisting of Larry Brennan, Ben Jarma, Jerry Manak and Paul Valenta decided it was a good time for another party. We have the same special list we used the last time plus we added a few new players' addresses that were located since the last reunion. Again, we urge you to bring your wives or friends.

They are delightfully included because they all played a great part in the team's success throughout the 35 years.

A Time to Remember If you missed the first reunion, ask those who attended and I assure you, everyone enjoyed the fellowship, jokes, laughter, tall tales, food and drink. Be sure and be there at 3 p.m. sharp. We will gather from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. so come early. We will all be glad and happy to see everyone. It's great.

There will be a free keg of beer, soft drinks and meat furnished for the banquet which will be before 5 p.m.

As funds are needed to cover expenses, we are requesting a $12 fee from each couple and $6 for singles. Also, please bring a covered dish and/or dessert. It worked out wonderfully at our first reunion. Our wonderful wives pitched in like old times and the food was delicious.

All players are urged to bring pictures to share. You have already been mailed an invitation with all of the details. Please return your reply with the $12 donation. If some of you would like to make a special donation, that would be deeply appreciated.

Please again, I plead, as soon as possible, return your form. It will enable the committee to plan properly for how many will be attending. If you are a past player and failed to get an invitation, call one of us on the committee and let us know. From experience, I know one ex-player was sent his invitation to the current address and the mailman goofed. We want you all to come!

A Brief History Our team was organized in 1954 with the purpose of getting younger people to know each other and make new friends. This proved to be very successful. Times since have changed drastically and we hope that these ball player reunions will possibly rekindle new interests to our mother lodge to keep polka and waltz dances thriving.

We had a total of 36 dances to help defray our team expenses plus all our loyal and generous sponsors through all our seasons. Thanks to those of you who are still around and are active.

Our hats and hearts are still there for you.

We had a sponsor, Willie Ondrusek and wife, Carly, who promised steak dinners if we won our league and trophies. We won at least 25 and the other 10 enjoyed barbecue (crow) chicken dinners by Annie and Otto

Janousek. Plus, Sid and Justine Pokladnik were great and generous sponsors as were our lodge officers through all the years. To name everyone would take pages. We had many good people who helped the team and thanks goes to all of you, including our SPJST Supreme Lodge and editor for publishing all my letters and write-ups. I have to end this letter as space prohibits any more comments. We, the 'ol ball players committee, hope to have even a larger attendance this year and please respond immediately as time is drawing short.

In closing, I had some very sad news last week. Ben David, who along with myself started and managed the first team at our lodge, had a stroke.

He is now in rehab in Austin where he and Mildred David reside. They will not be able to attend, and they will be missed. Let's all remember Ben in our prayers and may he only get better and recover fully. Ben, we will all miss you and I hope this letter will be an alert to all who still receive the Vestnik.

Fraternally, Ben Jarma —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston posts donations to scholarship fund Donations have been made to Lodge 88, Houston Scholarship Youth Fund in memory of Bob Allbritton, Tim Kostom and Willie Wehring from the following: Lodge 88 Board of Trustees Lodge 88 Birthday Club Rudolph and Chestine Darilek Margaret Allbritton Edna Wehring and Family We would like to thank everyone who has made a donations to Lodge 88, Houston cholarship Youth Fund.

Fraternally, Linda Wehring, Chairman Scholarship Committee —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston receives memorial fund donations Donations were received in the Memorial Fund by Adolf Hoefel in memory of his wife, Lillie; and Ed Kendziora in memory of his wife Annie Fraternally, Jo Ann Buri —SPJST-

Lodge 133, San Antonio reports on April meeting Dear Members, Please join us for the monthly meeting of San Antonio Lodge 133 on May 19, 2002. We meet at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity

Center at 1630 Goliad Road at 2 p.m.

SPJST Lodge 133, San Antonio met on April 21 for its monthly meeting. It was wonderful to visit with the members some of whom have not been able to attend the meetings for a while. Some members were absent due to the Holy Name Church Festival at Comanche Park.

Secretary Michelle Popp was playing a volleyball tournament so her position was filled by Emil Matula, Jr. Bill Pavliska, the vice president and Jarolyn Popp, the president, were present. There was not much business to be discussed.

Emil Matula made a motion that the lodge purchase four tickets to the fund raiser for the Czech Center in LaGrange, Texas, and that the president, vice president and their spouses attend the event as representatives of the lodge. The motion was seconded and approved by the membership.

Members who were present who were celebrating April birthdays included Rudy Valchar, Robert Popp, Sr. and Emil Matula, Sr. After the meeting, the members enjoyed refreshments and a games party.

Submitted by, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST-

Lodge 135, Ennis readies for National Polka Festival and Sokol Slet Dear Brothers and Sisters, It was our pleasure to have hosted the District Three meeting on the 28th of April at the Sokol Activity Center in Ennis, Texas. The attendance was great. It was great to see so many youth present. Thanks to Sister Mary Steinman, District President, for conducting a great meeting.

Thanks to Supreme Lodge President Brother Leshikar, to State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Sister Gladys Yates and to the District Three Director Brother Johnnie Krizan, for their presence.

A delicious meal was served by the Sokol brothers and sisters.

Approximately 275 cans were donated and delivered to the Helping Hands of Ennis.

National Polka Festival We are all looking forward to the many future events being held at Sokol. These include the National Polka Festival Memorial Day Weekend at not only Sokol, but at SPJST 25, KJT, and the Knights of Columbus.

Southern District Slet The following weekend Sokol Karel Havlicek Borovsky, Ennis, will be hosting the Southern District Slet — May 31 through June 2. We hope to see many of you in Ennis that weekend. We are expecting participants from Dallas, Fort Worth, West, Houston, and Corpus Christi. Optional competitions will be held on Friday evening; and compulsory competitions, volleyball, a luau and other activities on Saturday.

Wednesday, May 15, 2002—VESTNIKI9 The Slet Program will be at 1:30 p.m., Sunday afternoon. Musical accompaniment will be by the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra. Join us for lunch at noon and stay for the program.

Fraternally, Sylvia J. Laznovsky Secretary —SPJST-

Lodge 139, Danbury meets at E.J.'s Restaurant in May Danbury Lodge 139 met at E.J.'s Restaurant May 1, 2002. President Lonnie Lostak called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. with 18 members present.

A moment of silence was observed for Robert Peltier, a prominent resident of Danbury, who was killed in an accident the past week.

Lorenda Baldwin read a message on volunteerism and presented a pin to each volunteer present. Names of all volunteers both present and absent were read by Rhenda Dickerson.

Monty Baldwin reported they are still working on starting a youth club.

Wesley Baldwin, a Senior at Danbury High School, was presented with a $1000 scholarship from the Supreme Lodge, a $500 scholarship from Lodge 139, and he will receive a $500 scholarship from RVOS 114 of Danbury.

Members enjoyed seeing Tommie Lostak's Lifetime Achiever award. He has been a member of SPJST for 79 years. Tommie served as secretary of Lodge 139 for 37 years, treasurer of District Five for 31 years, delegate to conventions for 28 years, member of Publication Committee for 12 years, and he worked on District Five picnics at Lone Pine in Danbury for 23 years.

Ora Faye Wilson resigned as reporter due to health problems. We all wish her well and will look forward to seeing her at our regular meetings.

The meeting closed with the next meeting to be June 5 at E.J.'s Restaurant in Danbury.

Fraternally, Winnie Stefka —SPJST-

Lodge 142, Houston reports on May meeting At 2 p.m., Sunday, April 14, 2002, our monthly meeting was called to order by President Keith Kieschnick.

We had 33 members and three guests present. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers showed all were present. The minutes from the previous meeting were read

by Secretary Alice Jochen and approved as read. Correspondence was read. All officers' reports were read.

Universal Life hus been called inany things: • • The Plan of the Future • A New Concept in Life Insurance • A Plan Custom-Designedfor Each Insured It's all of these things — and more. Here are some of the features of SPJST's Universal Life contract, which we call our "SPJST Flexible Protector Plan": Step 1.: You elect an amount of insurance and select Death Benefit Option A or B (as described below). You can also select the amount of premium you want to pay and make the initial payment.

Step 3: At the beginning of each month, a charge for the life insurance protection is deducted from the cash value to pay the monthly life insurance protection costs.

Step 2: As each premium is received by SPJST, a small expense charge is deducted and the balance goes into your cash value account.

Step 4: Interest at current rates is credited to the fund each month.

Coverage is Flexible. You have a choice of two death benefits, Option A or Option B: Option A: Level Death Benefit The death benefit is made up of life insurance and the cash value. Initially, this benefit is equal to the face amount. However, current tax law states that there must always be a certain minimum proportion of life insurance in the certificate. Therefore, as the cash value approach-

es the face amount, the death benefit increases automatically.

Option B: Increasing Death Benefit. The death benefit is equal to the face amount of life insurance protection plus the money in the cash value account.

For more information on the SPJST Universal Life certificate or other financial products, please contact your local lodge sales representative.

New member Shirley Ann Baker was accepted. Robert Kieschnick was the sales representative.

Sick members reported were Dennis Hermis, Pat Schleider and Bernice Walther.

Old business was the barbecue cookoff on March 15 - 16 was a great success. Thanks to participants, Robert and MaryAnn Kieschnick.

Lawrence Schilhab, Rosie Schilhab, Nancy Cook, and Chuck Whitchurch.

Birthdays for April are Bernice Walther, Rita Hermis, and Adelle Stein. Anniversaries celebrated are pat and Bob Schilhab on April 21 - 23 years; and Frank and Dorothy Tumis, April 19 - 53 years. The capsule prize of $70 went unclaimed due to the absence of Daryl Spivey, Rebecca Anslinger, and Stephanie Powell.

Next month, the prize will be $80.

Five cash prizes went to Kaylee Kieschnick, Pat Schleider, Lorraine Motl, Emil Kutra and Ruth Kieschnick. Four six-pack refreshments went to Dennis Hermis, Rita Hermis, Matt Rosilier,and Elizabeth Hermis.

The meeting adjourned at 3 p.m.

Lunch was served. The next meeting will be on May 19 at 2 p.m.

Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST-

September District Six Fall Meeting.

Several suggestions were made, and it was decided that we would vote next month. David Zielonka and Diana Johnson will be attending the Officers Workshop on April 29 in Victoria and also the Cemetery Committee on May 4. Cheryl Zielonka and Colby Bexley were asked to audit the books for the past year. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Lodge 148, El Maton chicken fried steak dinner June 1

Lodge 196, Cypress met on April 28. President Marvin Schultz opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the roll call of officers. All were present except for Second Vice President Carl Pflughaupt.

The minutes and treasurer's report were read and approved. We acknowledged our departed member, Mr. Michael Hradil.

We discussed the possibility of the youth using the lodge for a sleep in later in the year, possibly in conjunction with Fright Fest activities around October 5. It was noted that this can be used as a donation on taxes, and that we should be giving 51 percent back to the community. We also need to remember to keep track of our volunteer hours so that the lodge may be reimbursed.

We had two lights put-up in the parking lot with all material and the electrician's time being donated.

Thank you, Marvin Schultz, for organizing this venture.

Important discussion was held regarding payment for past contributions to Mr. Louis Hanus. A check for $1000 was given to Mr. Hanus from the lodge as a reimbursement. We would like to see as many members as we can at the next meeting when we will discuss this and other very important business.

This November, Lodge 196 will celebrate it's 30th anniversary. We would like to have as much input as possible on any special events to possibly plan.

We will not have a meeting May 26 as planned because of Memorial Day. Please plan to attend the next meeting, June 30 at 2 p.m. Please bring a dish so that we may all eat together after the meeting. Thank you.

Peggy Kidwiler, Secretary —SPJST-

Dear Members, Please mark Saturday, June 1 on your calendar. On that day, SPJST Lodge 148, El Maton will be hosting a chicken fried steak dinner for its members at the Blessing Community Center. Activities begin at 5 p.m. and will include the presentation of 50- and 75year pins. Door prizes will also be awarded.

Attendees are asked to bring a covered dish vegetable or dessert to complement the meal. Please note that guests are welcome! Bring prospective lodge member if you like.

Please call Gaylynn Thurmond (361) 588-7335; or Diana Johnson (361) 588-1181 by May 25 for RSVP. Please leave the total number of people who will be attending with you.

We look forward to seeing you there!

--SPJST-

Lodge 148, El Maton reports on April meeting The April Meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. on April 28, 2002. The minutes were read and accepted from February.

Frank Hahn reported that the hall has been booked for the District Six Fall Meeting in September. Diana Johnson reported that the invitations have been sent out for the June dinner.

The youth activities were updated.

The treasurer's report was read and accepted by members attending the meeting. Food was discussed for the

Next Meeting May 26 The next meeting will be May 26, 2002 at 2 p.m. at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department.

Expression of Sympathy Lodge 148, El Maton would like to take this time to express our loss of Brother Lawrence James Hurta.

Brother Hurta passed away in his home on April 18, 2002. His family, friends, and all the lodge members will miss him.

Diana Johnson —SPJST-

Lodge 196, Houston-West reports on April meeting

(Letters continued on page 13.)

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SPJST Presents 2002 Scholarship and Grant Recipients SPJST is proud to introduce its 2002 SPJST Scholarship and Leadership Grant dents who will be attending college this fall. Congratulations to all of these $1,000 recipients. The following pages include photographs and brief outlines of those stu- SPJST scholarship and leadership grant recipients for a job well done.

WESLEY DAVE BALDWIN: Danbury High School; son of Monte and Jalene Baldwin; Lodge 139, Danbury; Brazosport Community College/University of Texas Computer Science. BRITTANY LEANNE BELSON: Temple High School; daughter of Charles and Helen Belson; Lodge 47, Seaton; University of Texas - Aerospace En gineering. HART LOUIS BIBER: Bishop Lynch High School; son of Mary Jane Mikulas Biber; Lodge 84, Dallas; Stephen F. Austin State University - Environmental Biology. MELISSA RENEE BROWN: Trinity Christian School; daughter of Gary Eugene and Patricia Ann Brown; Lodge 84, Dallas; Baylor University - Engineering.

NATALIE ANNETTE BUBELA: Ganado High School; daughter of Adolph Frank Bubela and Dolores Annette Bubela; Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; Victoria Junior College - Special Education Teacher. DANIEL WILLIAM GIBSON: Temple High School; son of Tom and Margaret Gibson; Lodge 47, Seaton; Texas A&M University - Mechanical Engineering; recipient of the Otto Hanus Scholarship. TIFFANY MICHELLE GINDRAT: Magnolia High School; daughter of Rhonda Kay Skipper; Lodge 88, Houston; Texas A&M University Marketing LARIET WESTON GIRNDT: Ganado High School; son of Jimmy Weston Girndt and Julia Ann Girndt; Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; Wharton County Junior College - Automotive Mechanics.

STACY HART: Deer Park High School; daughter of Gary and Kathy Hart; Lodge 172, Pasadena; Houston Baptist University - Biology/Chemistry. DAVID RAY HEJL: Rogers High School; son of Alfred Roy Hejl and Sharon Ann Hejl; Lodge 47, Seaton; Texas A&M University - Agricultural Engineering. AMY MARIE HROMADKA: West High School; daughter of James Wilfred Hromadka and Charlotte Marie Hromadka; Lodge 6, Cottonwood; Baylor University - Psychology. KAYLA JO HROMADKA: West High School; daughter of Raymond Joseph Hromadka, Jr. and Janice Kathryn Hromadka; Lodge 6, Cottonwood; McLennan Community College - Business.

BRIAN DAVID JOHNSON: Bishop Lynch Catholic High School; son of Georgia Ann Reznik Johnson; Lodge 84, Dallas; University of Oklahoma - Business/Law. MELISSA SUE JONES: The Woodlands High School; daughter of Michael and MaryAnn Jones; Lodge 88, Houston; Baylor University - Undecided major. JESTIN JOHN JUNEK: Snook High School; son of James and Susan Junek; Lodge 9, Snook; Blinn Junior College/Texas A&M University - Urban/Regional Planning. JACOB CODY KALUZA : West High School; son of Freddie Joseph Kaluza and Janice Marie Kaluza; Lodge 54, West; Texas State Technical College - Automotive Technology.

NICOLAS KIRK: Snook High School; son of Cynthia Renee Kirk and Jack Tommy Kirk; Lodge 9, Snook; School of Visual Arts - Advertising. MELISSA ANN KUBAN: Needville High School; daughter of Sharon Katherine Kuban and Edward William Kuban, Jr.; Lodge 81, Needville; Wharton County Junior College/University of Houston - Interior Design/Public Relations. CHANCE MICHAEL LOUIS: Temple High School; son of Donna Wright and Mike Louis; Lodge 177, Academy; Texas A&M University - Kinesiology/Pre-Med. CHRISTOPHER ERIC MATULA: Connally High School; son of Larry and Mitzi Matula; Lodge 66, Waco; Texas A&M University - Civil Engineering.

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

The Scholarship/Grant Program is meant to encourage and assist younger members to further their educations and to help them achieve career goals.

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Established in 1982, SPJST General Scholarships are funded by the Supreme Lodge and voluntary contributions by SPJST members.

Accordingly, the more funds available, the more scholarships awarded.

CHARLES SAMUEL MEDLEY, III (CHUCK): Nacogdoches High School; son of Charles Samuel Medley, Jr. and Becki Schultz Medley; Lodge 191, Lufkin; Texas A&M University - Biomedical Science. JEFFREY ANDREW MIKESKA: LBJ Science Academy; son of Brian and Mary Mikeska; Lodge 29, Taylor; University of Texas - Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering.

WILLIAM JORDAN MILAN: First Baptist Academy; son of David and Karen Milan and Mark and Julia Kennedy; Lodge 154, Fort Worth; University of Oklahoma - Architecture. BRIDGET ELIZABETH PAUL: Caldwell High School; daughter of Joseph and Connie Paul; Lodge 17, New Tabor; Blinn Junior College/Sam Houston State University - Social Work.

FRANKLIN NOLAND PETR: Tullahoma High School; son of Lawrence Donald Petr and Jennifer Chew Petr; Lodge 84, Dallas; Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Chemical Engineering; recipient of the Sid Pokladnik Scholarship. LAURA ANN POSPICHAL: Ballinger High School; daughter of Jerry and Jackie Pospichal; Lodge 49, Rowena; Abilene Christian University - Dietetics. KAYLEE AMBER PRUITT: La Vega High School; daughter of Robert and Marci Pruitt; Lodge 66, Waco; McLennan Community College/Texas A&M University - Biomedical Science. LISA CAROL SAWYER: Clear Brook High School; daughter of James Keith Sawyer and Sandra Kathleen Bragg Sawyer; Lodge 87, Temple; Baylor University - International Affairs.

MICHAEL JAMES SKALA: Rosebud-Lott High School; son of David Michael Skala and Lois Ann Wilde Skala: Lodge 89, Rosebud; Texas A&M University -Industrial Engineering. CRYSTAL SUZANNE STOLTE: Navarro High School; daughter of J.C. and Karen Stolte; Lodge 185, New Braunfels; University of North Texas - Business Management/Early Childhood Development. SHANA MARIE SULAK: West High School; daughter of Edwin George Sulak and Mary Jane Sulak; Lodge 6, Cottonwood; McLennan Community College/Baylor University - Business.

KENNETH JOSEPH TARNOWSKI: Jersey Village Senior High School; son of Joseph Leon Tarnowski and Rebecca Anne Tarnowski; Lodge 142, Houston; Sam Houston State University - Radio/Television.

ASHLEY DAWN VESELKA: Robinson High School; daughter of Freddie and Debbie Veselka; Lodge 24, Cyclone; Texas A&M University - Physical Therapy.

LINDSEY FAY WIEDERHOLD: Dime Box High School; daughter of Danita Ford Wiederhold and the late Doyle Ray Wiederhold; Blinn Junior College/Texas A&M University - Nursing.

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Vild*tit Hats Off to This Year's Recipients!

Nice going, ladies and gentlemen. You've worked hard for this.

We admire your successes, and look forward to watching your future endeavors take off and hit the heights.

Good Luck!

12/ViSTNiK—Wednesday, May 15, 2002

UNDERGRADUATE - GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS MARCIE M. BECK: Sonora High School; daughter of John Mittel and Sharon Evans; Lodge 177, Academy; Currently attending Temple College/Tarleton University Interdisciplinary Studies. TRACY LYNN BETAK: Hutto High School; daughter of Norma Betak and Charlie Betak; Lodge 29, Taylor; Southwest Texas State University - Elementary Education. LAURA BIELAMONWICZ: Klein Oak High School; daughter of Raymond and Annette Bielamowicz; Lodge 91, Crosby; Sam Houston State University - Horticulture/Crop Sciences.

BRITA MAURA BOHAC: Granger High School; daughter of Engalbert Larry and Bridget C. Bohac; Lodge 20, Granger; Temple College/University of Texas - Early Childhood Education.

SARAH LYNN HEJL: Rogers High School; daughter of Alfred Roy and Sharon Hejl; Lodge 47, Seaton; Texas A&M University - Horticulture/Business; recipient of the Otto Hanus Scholarship. MATTHEW QUENTIN HOFFMAN: Strake Jesuit College Preparatory; son of Quentin and Patricia Hoffman; Lodge 88, Houston; Texas A&M University - Agricultural Development. CARA BRIANNE JANSA: Wall High School; daughter of Leonard and Sandra Jansa; Lodge 160, San Angelo; Angelo State University - Biology. KAYLA MARIE JANSA: Ballinger High School; daughter of David James Jansa and Beverly Jean Jansa; Lodge 49, Rowena; Howard College - Respiratory Therapy.

KEVIN KYLE KACIR: Rogers High School; son of Kyle Alan and Carla Jane Kacir; Lodge 87, Temple; University of Mary Hardin Baylor - Exercise and Sports Science. Kevin will be transferring to Tarleton State University in the fall. JUSTIN HEATH KRUEGER: Pflugerville High School; son of Garry Darnell Krueger and Debby Sue Krueger; Lodge 29, Taylor; Texas Lutheran University - History. BRANDI LANE LOFTIS: Hamilton High School; daughter of Gregg and Peggy Loftis and Cheryl Harris; Lodge 25, Ennis; Angelo State University -Agribusiness. TRACY KARON LOSTAK: Spring High School; daughter of Kenneth Dale Lostak and Mary Lynn Lostak; Lodge 91, Crosby; Sam Houston State University - Biology.

JOE DEAN MCKINNEY, II: Robert E. Lee High School; son of Kelly Williams Kuykendall and Joe Dean McKinney; Lodge 215, South Plains; Texas A&M University - Biomedical Science. JENNIFER LYNN MILLER: Bryan High School; daughter of Thomas Allen and Barbara Elaine Miller; Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station; Texas A&M University - Psychology; recipient of the Otto Hanus Scholarship. MICHAEL SHANE PRUITT: Lorena I.S.D.; son of Richard Owen Pruitt and Janice Marie Pruitt; Lodge 66, Waco; Criswell College Biblical Studies. ADRIANN LYNNESE SHOEMAKE: Latexo High School; daughter of Bobby Lyn Shoemake and Denise Lynnett Shoemake; Lodge 172, Pasadena; Alvin Community College - Nursing.

BRANDON CLAY SHUPAK: Brenham High School; son of Edwin Darwin Shupak, Jr. and Dee Sue Lawler Shupak; Lodge 201, Bleiblerville-Nelsonville; Texas A&M University - Environmental Design. VICTORIA MARIE SMITH: Academy High School; daughter of Katherine Morris Smith and Curtis Smith; Lodge 47, Seaton; Temple College/University of Mary Hardin Baylor - Business; recipient of the Nick A. Morris Scholarship. JEREMY JOE VOJACEK: Ross S. Sterling High School; son of Darrell Allen Vojacek and Brenda Mae Vojacek; Lodge 156, Baytown; Southwest Texas State University - Agriculture Business. DAVID M. WRIGHT: Spring High School; son of Terry and the late Theresa Wright; Lodge 54, West; Texas A&M University Mechanical Engineering.

CHASE ZALMAN: El Campo High School; son of Daniel and Rosann Zalman; Lodge 30, Taiton; Southwest Texas State University - Business/Finance.

In addition to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, the SPJST maintains an ongomg Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Names of contributors and the individual being honored are published at regular intervals in the Vestnik.

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LEADERSHIP GRANT WINNERS WILLIAM HUNTER BAILEY: Jesuit, Bishop Lynch and South Garland High Schools; son of Rita and Larry Gaiser; Lodge 84, Dallas; Richland Community College Business. KRYSTLE MARIE BENDER: Stafford High School; daughter of Edwin and Jeanette Bender; Lodge 88, Houston; Stephen F. Austin State University Theater. CELIA DOBECKA: West High School; daughter of Raymond and Shirley Romero; Lodge 6, Cottonwood; Lamar University - Fashion Merchandising.

THOMAS FRANCIS DRAPELA, JR.: El Campo High School; son of Tommy and Brenda Drapela; Lodge 30, Taiton; Wharton County Junior College/Texas A&M University - Business Management.

SHELLY RENAE GERICH: Rogers High School; daughter of Ramona Emilie Gerich; Lodge 24, Cyclone; Southwest Texas State University - Real Estate. JAMIE NOVAK: Bishop Lynch High School; daughter of Dr. James and Lynda Novak; Lodge 84, Dallas; Blinn Community College - General Studies. JAROD WARREN ZABOJNIK OLDS: Bryan Adams High School; son of Mark and Lyn Olds; Lodge 84, Dallas; Austin College Political Science/Economics History. NICK VAHALIK: Memorial High School; son of Philip and Annie Vahalik; Lodge 4, Hallettsville; Texas State Technical College Computer Networking.

SARA NICOLE WAGNER: Troy High School; daughter of Linda Ann Wagner and Michael James Wagner; Lodge 177, Academy; Lamar University - Elementary Education. CHRISTOPHER CARL WEST: Dime Box High School; son of Carla Ford West and the late Ronald Ernest West; Lodge 13, Dime Box; Blinn Junior College/Texas A&M University - Agricultural Business.

TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIIP WINNER BRANDON MICHAEL CHARANZA: Caldwell High School; son of Mike and Kay Charanza; Lodge 17, New Tabor; Texas State Technical College - ElectricaUComputerized Control Systems.

Letters Section (Continued from page 9.)

Lodge 202, Jourdanton reports on May meeting Jourdanton Lodge 202 met Sunday, May 5, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank Community Room with 23 members present.

President Jeff Barta presided.

Youth Club members led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Sales Representatives present were Larry Wagner, Jr. and Joe Huizar.

The Youth Club presented a giant thank you card to the adult lodge for its support. The card was crafted and signed by the youth. The Youth Club furnished and served a beautifully decorated cake and punch to everyone.

Secretary Bettie House read the minutes. Correspondence was received from State Fraternal Activities Coordinator (FAC) Gladys Yates complimenting the lodge for helping get the word out about SPJST through photos and articles in the local newspaper. A note of thanks was received from SPJST Library, Archives and Museum for the donation.

Treasurer Melba Novosad presented the financial report.

FAC Mary Ann Barta handed out individual fraternal activities report sheets. At each meeting, members will note their activities.

Everyday Heroes for 2001 were

presented with pens. Recognized were Belenda Barta, Evan Barta, Jeff B Mary Ann Barta, Bettie House, Lloyd House, Cecilia Huble, Melba Novosad, Ernest Spacek, Gussie Spacek, Christine Ventrcek, Kathy Wagner, and Larry Wagner, Jr. The Family Crisis Center will receive the $25 monthly donation.

New members accepted were Liza C. Ramos and Jesus R. Huizar. Four members purchased additional certificates.

Larry Wagner, Jr. and Matthew Kyle Shannon are celebrating birthdays in May. Members will make bears for the Extension Service to be given to children in crisis situations. Bears will be stuffed at the next meeting.

noon meal begins at 11 a.m till 1:30 p.m. The auction begins at 1 p.m.

Lodge 201, Bleiblerville-Nelsonville thanks the local Welcome 4-H Club members for repainting the outside beverage building. This was a community project sponsored by the 4-H boys and girls.

James Balke —SPJST-

Next Meeting June 2 The next meeting will be Sunday, June 2, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at Jourdanton State Bank Community Room.

Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST-

On May 18, 2002 The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, Inc. in La Grange will be holding its first annual Spring Festival (A Living History Celebration of 150 years of Czechs in Texas). This day will feature a variety of exhibits, demonstrations, dance, and food.

It is quite appropriate that this day

Lodge 201,

BleiblervilleNelsonville to host VFD fish fry May 19 The Bleiblerville Volunteer Fire Department will hold its second annual fish fry and auction at the hall on Sunday, May 19. Come out and meet your friends and support our local lodge membership and fire fighters. The

TCHCC hosts

spring festival, sesquicentennial Czech tribute

will serve as a tribute to those original Czech families and their descendants who immigrated to Texas. While there was individual immigration of Czechs to Texas at earlier dates, 1852 marks the arrival of the first group (family) immigration of Czechs to the Texas.

Members of these families left their small villages near Lanskroun on November 6, 1851 and arrived in Texas sometime in the spring of 1852.

The journey was a most perilous one, which some of the immigrants were not to survive. The family names that are ,recorded on this first group voyage aboard the ship Maria are Szornowsky, Shiller (Silar); Jezek; Leshikar (Lesikar); Rypl; Maresh (Mares); Motyl (Motl); Rosier; Coufal; and Votava.

The TCHCC is requesting descendants of these original families to attend and to set up a family exhibit in honor of these immigrants.

Please contact the TCHCC if you have any family information and would like to participate in this historical event.

—SPJST-

to Consider: An SPJ ST Annuity

Something

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. Current interest rates are posted on page 3.

14/VESTNIK—Wednesday, May 15, 2002

Expression of Sympathy Memorials to deceased SPJST members are published in the Vestnik on a regular basis. Typically, tributes are submitted by the lodge resolution committee. In the event that a resolution is not submitted by the lodge, the family may submit obituaries.

We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slovanic Linden 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, JEWEL RAY WARHOL, of Athens, Texas who died Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at the age of 85.

Services were held at Bellmead Funeral Home on Thursday, April 11 and graveside services were held at Chapel Hill Cemetery.

Sister Jewel was a faithful lodge worker for many-years and served on the board of directors for 10 of the years as a member of SPJST Lodge 66. She joined our Society in February of 1981.

Survivors include her son, Bernard Lee Warhol and wife, Ginger of Athens; granddaughters, Patty and

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husband, Julie Ayala of Mansfield; and great-granddaughter, Jisella Ayala.

Sister Jewel was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Warhol; and grandson, Jeffery Glenn Warhol.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Johnnie Gaidusek Margaret Gaidusek Darlene Engelke —SPJST-

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From 4/01/02 to 4/30/02 Death Claim

Name

Lodge

23603 Louise McCrumtnen 88 Leander E. Froehner 23604 88 :23605 'Leon E. Kiesling • 160 • Janice E. Richey 23606 88 Robert J. Shamard 29 23607 48 Christine A. Batla 23608 88 James BulgaWit 23609 Patsy Bulgawitz 88 23610 88 23611 Goldie J. Lair 92 Mary Cihacek 23612 . 1.54 Henry J. Muzny 23613 84 Mary Story 23614 • 28 Lillian Kainer 23615 88 Virginia M. Matthews 23616 • 79 George E. Harris, Jr. 23617 .

Mary Rose Rychlik 88 23618 Adolph J. Matcek 88 .

23619 172 Vlasta A. Machann 23620 88 Sara M. Inglis 23621 38 Charles L. Denby 23622 172 'Helen G. Wallace 23623 Mildred Edwina Bonjo 39 23624 ••81 :Helen:0: Stone 23625 54 Regina Agnes Bartosh 23626 '66 Johnnie R.Bakluda 23627 24 William Chudej 23623 47• Robert E. Horton `23629 106 Herbert Lange 23630 151. :::AnnieDtbSt .

23631 88 Lasca J. Jeffrey 23632 • 88:.•; U1l.F. Wehring, jr, 23633 48 Bertha V. Johle 23634 196 .

23635 80 William Gene Adams 23636 .39 i• 23637: :Alvin. A. Phelps 81 Ben H. Tydlacka 23638 Walla 66 Barbara Sue 23639 87 Dorothy Emily Green 23640 • ••66..•.

23641 " 87 Henry Allan Easterling 23642 174 Ldis DOSs• 23643 : : 88 Allbritton, Sr. James R. 23644 184 Stella Rose Migl 23645 155 Gloria Melee Shaw 23646 88.* Zuk Adolph ,.

23647 81 011ie A. Miller 23648 20.1 Willie Otto Huff 23649 74 Donald R. Hughes 23650 133 Joe T: :::Sbadek 23651 154 Babby L. Mix Graham 23652 29:: Franoet::TOmancak 23653.

Tanya Kay Hamilton Dundon 88 23654 187 Gus Leon Almquist 23655:::: 47 Jerry R. Hejl 23656 88 Dever' Smith 23657 106 Leroy Frank Foytik 23658 1 Bessie M. Petrusek 23659 184 Allen A. Filipp 23660 47 Ernest Junek 23661 153 Liddie Annie James 23662

Location Houston Houston San Angelo Houston Taylor Beyersville Houston Houston Houston Fort Worth Fort Worth Dallas East Bernard Houston Corpus Christi Houston Houston Pasadena Houston Smithville Pasadena Bryan Needville West Waco Cyclone Seaton La Grange Wharton Houston Houston Beyersville Houston-West Holland Bryan Needville Waco Temple Waco Temple Rockdale Houston Moulton Austin Houston Needville "Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Crockett San Antonio Fort Worth Taylor Houston Round Rock Seaton Houston La Grange Fayetteville Moulton Seaton La Salle

Date of Admission 10/23/73 2/18/94 12/09/75 2/17/077 3/20/69 1/23/62 11/25/75 7/25/73 10/02/70 10/07/36 11/18/65 10/05/39 2/08/52 3/31/76 6/13/40 9/01/53 2/03/58 6/13/36 3/10/76 11/13/75 2/12/76 9/07/50 3/20/46 5/14/54 10/05/78 10/12/30 1/24/57 5/10/37 11/01/41 9/24/65 11/30/79 9/23/47 5/04/87 1/17/91 9/01/60 4/02/48 8/08/56 9/04/98 3/15/91 11/14/86 11/30/72 4/13/71 3/05/45 2/23/99 7/24/68 1/11/65 8/24144 3/11/75 1/22/90 4/17/78 9/19/44 7/01/84 3/03/78 1/15/28 2/08/71 1/24/46 2/01/54 11/12/41 10/19/34 1/01/47

Date of Death 2/19/02 2/07/00 4/14/01 3/14/02 3/05/02 3/23/02 1/29/02 3/06/02 3/06/02 1/03/02 3/06/02 2/24/02 10/15/01 3/09/02 2/09/02 2/28/02 1/03/02 9/02/01 2/16/02 3/14/02 2/05/02 3/06/02 12/24/01 4/02/02 3/26/02 2/07/02 3/24/02 3/13/02 4/04/02 1/26/02 3/14/02 3/11/02 3/10/02 4/02/02 7/1.7/97 3/26/02 4/05/02 3/29/02 2/17/02 4/02/02 4/05/02 3/24/02 8/27/01 4/02/02 1/24/02 3/31/02 3/21/02 3/18/02 1/14/02 3/30/02 4/02/02 12/21/95 12/09/01 2/17/02 3/06/02 3/25/02 4/20/02 4/04/02 2/08/02 2/03/02

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To the Bereaved Survivors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, the Supreme Lodge SPJST Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy.

Fraternally, Lanita Anglin, Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST-

Wednesday, May 15, 2002—VESTNIK/15

Expression of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Slovanic Linden 66, Waco, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, BARBARA WALLA who died, Friday, April 5, 2002 at a local hospital in Waco, Texas at the age of 66 years.

Rosary was recited on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Oakcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial services were held at 11 a.m., Wednesday at St. Louis Catholic Church.

Sister Barbara was born on October 27, 1935 in Waco to William Eison and Clara Pierrard Eison. She attended Waco schools and married Joe F. Walla June 9, 1956. She was an active member of St. Louis Catholic church and served as treasurer of St. Louis Women's Society and the Home-spun Quilt Guild. She was an SPJST member since August 1956.

Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Joe; daughter, Sharon Boothe and husband, Kent of Lorena, Lisa Gohring and husband, Bill of Lorena, Donna Kirkpatrick and husband, Alex of Round Rock and Brenda Barth and husband, Brian of Flower Mound; son, Joe Walla. of Waco; and eight grandchildren.

May our departed sister rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Johnnie Gaidusek Margaret Gaidusek Darlene Engelke —SPJST-

Expression

of Sympathy Petrusek We, the officers, directors and members of Lodge 1, wish to express our sympathy to the family of BESSIE M. PETRUSEK. Mrs. Bessie M. Petrusek, 82, of New Ulm were held April 23, 2002 at Industry Brethren Church in Industry with the Reverend Milton Maly officiating.

Mrs. Petrusek died April 20 in Brenham.

She was born February 19, 1920 in the Nelsonville community in Austin County, the daughter of John and Albina Shiller Kudlacek.

Mrs. Petrusek was untied in marriage with Miroslav L. Petrusek on May 15, 1937 in Industry.

She was a SPJST member as of February 1, 1954, homemaker and affiliated with Industry Brethren Church.

Petrusek was instrumental in organizing the Christian Sisters and was a former member of the Board of Elders of her church.

She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Milan A. Petrusek; four sisters; and three brothers.

Survivors include daughters and sons in-law, Betty and Cliff McAlexander of Brenham, and Gladys and Jerry Alexander of Garland; sons, Calvin Petrusek of New

Ulm and David Petrusek of Katy; sisters in-law, Bessie Kudlacek of Rock Island, Margie Kudlacek of Sealy, and Silvie Petrusek of La Grange; and grandchildren and spouses, Aric Alexander, Mark and Shay McAlexander, Alina Alexander, Lisa McAlexander, and Diane McAlexander.

Arrangements were under Koenig and Strickland Funeral Home of La Grange, Texas.

Irene Polansky —SPJST-

Memory of Lawrence Hurta In

Lawrence James "LaLa" Hurta, 50, of Midfield, passed away at his residence April 18, 2002. He was born in El Campo, Texas on November 23, 1951 to parents Edwin E. and Annie Mae Swinky Hurta.

He was a carpenter by trade and enjoyed many crafts. He was a member of the SPJST Lodge 148, El Maton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Edwin E. Hurta, Jr. He is survived by daughter, Ashley Hurta of Bay City; brother, Marvin W. (Nona) Hurta of Ashby community; sister, Laverne Hicks of Midfield; sister in-law Priscilla Hurta Skalicky; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews; and a host of friends.

A memorial service was held Sunday, April 21, 2002 at 5 p.m. at Hawley Cemetery with the Reverend Bruce Adamson officiating Honorary pallbearers were the Country Corner Friends.

The family wishes donations be made to the. Ashley Hurta Trust Fund at the Wells Fargo Bank in Bay City or to the Midfield Volunteer Fire Department and EMS. Services were under the direction of Bay City Funeral Home.

Submitted by, Diana Johnson

—SPJST-

Reunions Svadlenak-Leshikar The Svadlenak-Leshikar families will be held Saturday, July 20, 2002 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. in the American Legion Hall in the Taylor City Park. The kitchen facilities, coffee, tea, bread, paper plates, napkins and food utensils will be furnished. Please bring a basket lunch for your family.

June 2 Sefcik-Kubin families—at the New Tabor Brethren Church's Fellowship Building, east of Caldwell, Burleson County, Texas. For further information, contact Jerry Kubin (979) 272-1331.

June 22

Elzner family—at the Island Resort Condo on Padre Island close to Port Aransas. If you need more information, call Anna Elzner (936) 3217682; or aelzner@txucom.net .

—SPJST-

Youth

Letters Section Youth elect officers at District Three spring meeting Dear Readers, The District Three Youth Club meeting was held Sunday, April 28 at Lodge 135, Ennis.

We discussed District Youth Achievement Day (YAD) and camp.

District YAD will be Sunday, June 23 at Lodge 154, Fort Worth. Camp is July 19-21 at Camp Val Verde.

Election of officers was held. The results are as follows: President— Jake Holland, Vice President—Christi Sparkman; Secretary—Brooke Craig; and Reporter—Traci Dobecka.

The youth and adults of District Three want to wish our District Youth Leader Bessie Petr a happy 50 years as youth leader. We want to wish her husband, Emil Petr, a speedy recovery!

Faternally Yours, Traci Dobecka District Three Reporter 5/15/02 —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood

Youth Club reports on May meeting Dear Readers, We had our May meeting Sunday, May 5, 2002 at 4:15 p.m. We elected officers for the 2002 to 2003 year. We made plans to go to the movie and for pizza on May 26, 2002 . We discussed Youth Achivement Day cards and what we had to do. Then we stayed for the adult meeting.

Jesse Karlik 5/15/02 —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood

Youth Leader reviews coming events Dear Readers, The Youth Club held its monthly meeting Sunday, May 5 at 4 p.m.

There were 15 youth members pre sent.

We discussed the upcoming District Youth Achievement Day and camp.

The next social will be Friday, May 17. We will be working on the scrapbook and poster.

The youth elected officers for the 2002-2003: President—Michael Moore; Vice President—Whitney

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

Dobecka; Secretary—Jesse Karlik, and Treasurer—Christi Sparkman.

The youth are planning a trip to the movies and pizza on Sunday, May 26, 2002. After the movie, we will go out to eat pizza and have our meeting for June. We will discuss which movie we will be going to at the next social.

Please make plans to attend Friday, May 17 to get the time and place. See you there.

Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader ---SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood

Youth Club elects officers in May Dear Readers, We had our meeting Sunday, May 5. We made a craft for Mother's Day and handed them out to all of the mothers in our lodge. We discussed Youth Achievement Day and camp.

We also elected new officers. President is Michael Anne Moore; Vice President is Whitney Dobecka; Secretary is Jesse Karlik; and Treasurer is Christi Sparkman.

We will be going to the movies and put for p:zza Sunday, May 26.

Sincerely, Traci,Dobecka 5/15/02 —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood

Youth Club members plan May 26 outing Dear Vestnik Readers, We attended the District Three Spring Meeting in Ennis on Sunday April 28. I entered the .Christmas Card Design Contest and was also elected secretary.

On Sunday May 5, we held our monthly youth club meeting. We discussed Youth Achievement Day (YAD), and Peggy handed out YAD cards. Later, we stayed for the adult meeting. There, the youth club passed out gifts to the mothers that we had prepared at the Friday night social.

We will hold our next meeting on Sunday, May 26. We will be going to the movies and out to eat pizza.

Happy Mother's Day! Fraternally Yours, Brooke Craig, 14 5/15/02 —SPJST-

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Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club discusses YAD, elects officers Dear Readers, On April 28, we attended the district Three Spring Meeting. I received a gift certificate for my tee-shirt design. I also entered the Christmas card contest. We held our monthly youth club meeting on Sunday May 5.

Peggy discussed Youth Achievement Day (YAD) and handed out YAD cards. We held our officer elections and later, we attended the adult meeting. Happy Mother's Day! Sincerely, Bracy Craig, 8 5/15/02 —SPJST-

We did our Vestnik projects and had a meeting. Then we went off to do our jobs. I want to thank everyone who came by had helped support our lodge.

On April 14, District One had its spring meeting. Sign in was from 1:30 to 2 p.m. A few lodges prefoimed a skit. Then the youth members went to the park while the adults held their meeting. After the meeting, we had the drawing for door prizes, and they announced the winners of the Christmas Card Design Contest. I would like to congratulate all the winners. Good job! We then had a hamburger dinner.

Until next time, Emily Jatzlau 5/15/02 —SPJST-

17, New Tabor Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club reports Youth Club reports on Easter egg hunt on May meeting Lodge 17 had an Easter egg hunt on Lodge

Dear Youth Club Members, Lodge 13 held its monthly meeting May 5, 2002 at 1 p.m. at the SPJST hall. We had a short meeting with a nice attendance.

President Magan Zimmerhanzel, called the meeting to order. Kasey Shows led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Magan called roll because the secretary was not there.

Treasurer Alicia Ford announced our balance and estimated about how much we made at our annual spaghetti dinner and silent auction last week.

Thanks to all who supported Lodge 13 last month and for making our spaghetti dinner such a success!

Emily Jatzlau was congratulated for her amazing tee-shirt contest entry.

Emily did a wonderful job on her entry. All eligible club members-for Leader-in-Training (LIT) camp were reminded to turn in their LIT camp forms by May 15 to our Youth Leader, Carla West. They must be in by May 15—no later. LIT camp is an amazing experience so don't forget to turn in your papers!

Carla also informed us about a new contest that will allow you to earn 20 points. Check out the Vestnik for more details!

Youth Club officers for 2002-2003 will be elected at our next meeting, June 9, 2002 at 6 p.m. Make sure you attend! Our club trip will also be discussed. Thanks to all who attended the meeting. I hope to see you again next time!

Sincerely, Magan Zimmerhanzel, 16 President 5/15/02 —SPJST-

13, Dime Box Youth Club reports on April activities Lodge

Dear Readers, On Sunday, April 7, we had a spaghetti dinner and silent auction.

March 30. Each member was able to invite a friend to come. After the egg hunt, we went inside and had snacks and drew for door prizes. We made a craft that was a bunny rabbit made out of a small pot. All of the little ones enjoyed the Easter egg hunt!

Lodge 17 had and meeting on April 7. We made plans to plant shrubbs for Arbor Day then go to an Aggie baseball game afterwords. We also discussed that our charity will be March of Dimes.

Our next meeting will be on May 5 at 3 p.m.

Fraternally, Lindsey Jones 5/15/02 —SPJST-

30, Taiton Youth Club reports on April meeting Lodge

The Taiton SPJST Lodge 30 held its monthly meeting on Sunday, April 7 following the adult lodge Appreciation Banquet.

President T.J. Drapela called the meeting to order and Kyle Kaspar led the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto.

Secretary Kirby Bubela called roll and read the March meeting minutes.

Recognized guests were Kristie Harton and Josh Kulhanek. Kyle Kaspar gave the treasurer's report and Chet Dluhos gave the due's report.

Youth Leader Lisa Bubela then recognized those members who attended the District Six Spring Meeting on March 10. Kirby Bubela and Kenna Bubela placed first in the Christmas Card Design Contest. Other participants were Kyle Kaspar, Allison, Stephanie and Jessica Fucik, and Dylan Reyes. She also thanked everyone who helped at the Altar Society chicken dinner. Our lodge also assisted at the TCC Easter egg hunt on March 24. Mrs. Bubela thanked those teen leaders who led the children's games.

Lodge 186, Caldwell Celebrates Arbor Day The SPJST Lodge 186 youth club members celebrated Arbor Day by planting several trees, shrubs and flowers on Sunday, April 21. Fun was had by all members of the youth club and they welcome any new members to their next meeting on Sunday, May 19 at 2:30 p.m. Watch for related photos from Arbor Day celebration in next week's Vestnik.

Planning for Join Hands Day Under new business, members were reminded to give a school picture to Reneau Gold. Mrs. Bubela asked us to start thinking of something we could do for Join Hands Day. She reminded all of us to participate in the Flag Day Essay contest, and there is a coloring activity for smaller youth.

Camp tee-shirt orders are in the Vestnik.

The LIT workshop will begin at 7 p.m at Temple's Inn of Scott and White. All applications are due to her on May 5. May will also be election of officers. Nominating committee is Chad Dorotik and Jon Marcaurele.

Our club also voted to donate a spice barbecue basket to the District Six Barbecue cook-off. Members then displayed their spring arrangements they made to decorate the tables for the Appreciation Banquet, exchanged door prizes, participated in the program. The meeting was adjourned and refreshments were then served by Allison, Stephanie and Jessica Fucik and Travis Krpec.

Our next meeting is May 5. The craft project is to write a letter to our graduating senior, T.J. Drapela. The charity is a donation to the Sheard family who lost their home belongings in the fire.

Jon Marcaurele 5/15/02 --SPJST-

39, Bryan Youth Club enjoys roasting hot dogs Lodge

Dear Readers, On Saturday, April 20, 2002, Lodge 39, Bryan held its annual spring cleanup and meeting. Adult members who helped included Lillie O'Shields, Wade O'Shields, Binnie Roesler, Ron Roesler, Dottie Everett, Darlene Henderson, Omer Everett and Christi Everett. Youth members were also a part of the lodge's clean-up—Lynde Roesler, Dylan Roesler, Brande Roesler, Anthony Guiterrez, Peggy Guiterrez, and Tiffany Everett.

After cleaning, we all enjoyed

roasting hot dogs over the fire and all the fixings. After lunch, we all went back to work and then finished off the day with our meetings! Everyone had a great time and the lodge really looks nice.

On behalf of the lodge, I would like to thank Ron Roesler, Omer Everett and Wade O'Shields for building the fence around the lodge. Even though you didn't quite finish, it looks great!

Thank you all for your help.

Next Meeting May 19 Our next meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2002, and I invite everyone to come see our clean lodge!

Sincerely, Lynde Roesler 5/15/02 —SPJST-

40, El Campo- Hillje Youth Club assists adults with clean-up Lodge

The El Campo-Hillje Lodge 40 Youth Club helped the adult members on clean-up day, Sunday, April 14, 2002. The youth helped clean tables and chairs. Everyone worked very hard. After a stew dinner and a little rest, the youth held their meeting at 1:15 p.m. The meeting was called to order with everyone saying the Pledge of Allegiance and the Youth Club Motto.

A newsletter with important dates was given to each youth club member attending the meeting. These were very important dates Mrs. Bacak, our youth leader, talked about.

District Six Youth Achievement Day (YAD) will be held on July 14 at Hallettsville American Legion Hall in Hallettsvil/e. Registration is at 10 a.m.

Craft cards for YAD were handed out and are to be turned in no later than June 23 to District Six Youth Counselor Marcy Dorotik. District Six Camp is June 28 to 30 at LaGrange. On July 27, District Six will have an educational tour. State YAD will be on August 10 at the Mayborn Convention Center, Temple.

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Youth Letters (Continued from page 16.)

The meeting was adjourned. After our meeting, the children enjoyed hunting Easter eggs.

Ardis Bacak Youth Leader —SPJST-

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club member enjoys first meeting Dear Readers, May 5, 2002 was the first SPJST meeting I went to. I had a blast. I met a lot of new kids. I look forward to the other activities.

Sincerely, Morgan Tindle 5/15/02

—SPJST-

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Coming Events April 12 - October 13 Kroje—Dress for the Dance of Life! exhibit—at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library (NCSML), Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Exhibit includes fine beaded kroje and other beaded textiles from the Baine/Cincebeaux Collection; and a series of original paintings by Moravian artist Joza Uprka. Lectures, classes, dance festival, and kroje symposium in early September are planned for the summer in conjunction with the exhibition. For more information, call (319) 362-8500.

May 15 Travis-Williamson Czech Heritage Society monthly meeting—at Little Walnut Creek Library, Austin, 7 p.m.

May 18 Czech May Festival, LaGrange: A living history celebration of 150 Years of Czechs in Texas—a Sesquicentennial Triubte tothe First Group Immigration of Czechs to Texas in 1852. Please see advertisement below for directions, times and other details.

June 8 Kolache-Klobase Festival in East Bernard. Activities start at 10:30 a.m.

Includes food, dancing, prize drawing, rides, arts and crafts. Watch for coming feature.

More advance information, please call Martha Viktorin at (979) 335-7907.

June 30 Wharton County Chapter, Czech Heritage Society Second Annual Fund Raiser—at the KC Hall: Dine-in or takeout barbecue chicken meal, entertainment during the meal, dance, craft booths, live auction, silent auction, raffle, pastries and kolaches. Raffle tickets are available from Dick Chomout by calling (979) 543-2960; or Dan Marek (979)543-5483. Proceeds will be used for the building of the Texas Heritage Cultural Center.

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Fayette Czech Singers and Dancers accompanied by Lee Roy Matocha at 11:45 a.m.

Egg Painting Wood Carving Noodle Making Violin Making Activities for Children Food and Much More

Czech and Then Some of Ennis from 2 to 5 p.m.

An Afternoon of Family Celebration Accordion Jam Session Maypole Celebration Czech Costume Parade • Storytelling

Sponsored by the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, Inc. LaGrange, Texas For Information: (888) 785-4500

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LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge gmeetings 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 P and F Cafe in Pilot Point in Tioga at 12 noon on the first Monday of each month.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, May 17-Social/games, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 26-Lander family reunion Saturday, June 1-Krizan family reunion Sunday, June 2-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

Friday, June 7-Social, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 8-Glatter family reunion Sunday, June 9-Kocian family reunion Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 826-5863.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar.

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

LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge 13, Dime Box 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 information, call (254) 5932222.

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, May 26-King of Swing, 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person Sunday, June 9-Czech Melody Masters, mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person Sunday, June 30-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 Irene Helgren at (512) 281-4534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 2813711. 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 Monday, May 20 - Lodge meeting at 7 p.m. See lodge letters section for details.

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 Friday, Saturday, Sunday/May 24 - 26National Polka Festival in Ennis.

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, May 17-Czech Melody Masters Saturday, May 18-Sterling Country, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Upstairs.

Friday, May 24-Texas Crossroads Friday, May 31-Tri County Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m with a covered dish meal served after the meeting. All members and guests are always welcome. The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 to 9 p.m. "On premises

SEATON STAR HALL • SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton

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 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.

LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Lunch is at 12:30, followed by meeting and social.

Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Sunday, June 9-Family Day: Registration, 11:30 a.m. Meeting at 12 p.m. with meal to follow around 12:30 p.m. Members planning to attend will need to RSVP by June 5 to Debbie Sczech, 543-3179; or Tria Svatek, 543-3044 after 6 p.m.

Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth Club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Svatek (979) . 543-3044; or (979) 648-2317 (lodge hall.)

LODGE 41 PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road at 7 p.m.

LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, May 18-Private Monday, May 20-Board meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 25-Private Saturday, June 1-No dance Sunday, June 2-Annual Lodge Picnic, beginning at 11 a.m.: fried chicken, homemade sausage, hamburgers/fries available; free afternoon/evening entertainment

by Praha Brothers; games, bake sale, antique display, auction. See advertisement in this week's Vestnik for details.

Saturday, June 8-Private Sunday, June 9-Hejl reunion Saturday, June 15-Vrazel Polka Band. $6 per person.

Monday, June 17-Board meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 22-Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Sunday, June 23-Southerland reunion Saturday, June 29-Private Star Hall is a Non-Smoking facility.

Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances in 2001 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Louis Kohutek (254) 983-2261 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night.

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

LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. Every third Friday is game social night beginning at 6 p.m.

LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September and December at 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Department LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day).

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

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

LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of

SPJST Lodge 80, Holland

tandat may tg, 2002 Star Hall is Five Miles East of Temple on Highway 53

Fried Chicken and Homemade Sausage with all the trimmings Serving Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Plates to go also.

Hamburger and Fries Music by

Praha Brothers Outside: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

In the Hall: 6 - 8 p.m.

Begins at 11 a.m.

Games for All Ages Bake Sale Kolaches • Cakes • Pies

Antique Display Free Entertainment Throughout the Day!

Auction 4:30 p.m.

Entertainment and Fun for Everyone!

Horseshoe Tournament Your Past and Present Patronage is Always Appreciated.

Holland, Texas at SH' Hall 2.5 miles south of Holland, FM 2268

Entertainment for the Entire Family

Barbecue Pork and Sausage

Games and Itelreshmepts.

Barbecue Pork and Sausage plates $6 per plate

• Children's Games • Bake Sale • Plant Sale • Country Store • Auction, 2 pm.

Meat to-go at the pit begins at 10 .m. until sold out

Advance Tickets S5 per plate Serving begins at 11 am. until sold out!

Plates to-go also available with barbecue pork, sausage, buttered potatoes, season3d green beans, cote slaw, pickles, onions, bread, and tea.

Free Dance 4 to 8 p.m.

Music by

Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six For early meal tickets, call Harold Bolide [2541657-2781

Wednesday, May 15, 2002-VESTNIK/19 each month at 2:30 p.m. Dances are from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight and cover is $5. Game nights (taroky, dominos, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Members, please bring snacks.

LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September and December at 3 p.m.

LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.

LODGE 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Monday and Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. Permit No. 1-751052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open.

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

LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 852-9982 or (361) 854-8423.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-13958; AL-00061-9887-0.

LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. A luncheon is served at noon and the meeting follows.

LODGE 84, DALLAS Saturday, May 18-Lodge 84, Dallas Softfball Reunion at 3 p.m. Members, friends interested in attending are encouraged to call Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514 for more details. Reunion attendees admission for the Saturday night dance will be half price.

Saturday, May 18-Vanek Polka Band, 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Please note that this is a time change for our dances. The change in dance times will continue through the end of Daylight Savings Time in October.

Monday, May 20-Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 15-Music by Fritz Hodde, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.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 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, May 18-Vrazels, polka/variety. $6 per person Saturday, May 25-No Dance Saturday, June 1-Gus Lindemann, big band. *Dress Code. Tickets $11 each Sunday, June 2-Homecoming/Battle Dance: Red Ravens and Texas Sound Check Saturday, June 8-Knights of Dixie, big band. *Dress Code. $8 per person Saturday, June 15-Tony Janak, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each Saturday, June 22-Jack Melick, big band. *Dress Code. $12 per person Saturday, June 29-No dance Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-207741001. For reservations, call (713) 8695767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen.

LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at

2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified.

meetings is 7 p.m.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, May 5-Randy and Roadhouse Band, country/western. 3 to 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 19-Charles Nemec Orchestra of West, variety.

Sunday, June 2-Randy and Roadhouse Band, country/western. 3 to 7 p.m.

Sunday, June 16-TBA. Open date.

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

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth Club meets on the second Sunday of each month. 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 1390AM 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.

LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Karnes City Dairy Queen. For more information, contact E.R. "Sonny" Prasek (830) 780-2191.

LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO Lodge meetings are held in March, June, September and December.

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

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

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

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

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio.

LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m. Sept. through May. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, May 19-Lodge meeting Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for weddings or parties, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m.

LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 148, 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 The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Hinze's Bar-B-Que Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas. The time for the

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

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

LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held monthly on the second Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 427-4244.

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 169, BRENHAM Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of March, June and September. The first Sunday of December is the Christmas dinner and officer elections.

LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, May 18-Tommy Cloudt Saturday, June 1-Texas Star Hall is located at 3609 Preston in Pasadena. Lodge 172 holds a dance on the first Saturday of each month from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. The hall opens for rentals the rest of the month. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday, retirement, Christmas parties, wedding receptions etc., please call Vicki (281) 542-1774; for reservations, call (281) 487-3297. Executive members and Board of Trustees meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Lodge 172 is now a non-smoking facility.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings will start at 7 p.m. and trustees' meetings will start at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Club meeting dates are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 174-18-083907. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

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

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

LODGE 180, BURLESON Saturday, May 18-Private Party Saturday, May 25-Private Party Lodge hall is located on 1-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call John Hilcher (817) 293-8166.

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m.

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

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

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

LODGE 186, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall unless otherwise announced. 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) 255-3415.

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 remaining 2001 meeting date will be Sunday, December 9, Meeting/Christmas party. Thank you for your attention.

LODGE 191, LUFKIN 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 11:30 p.m. Please call Marilynn Page at (936) 632-1124 to make reservations. For lodge rentals, call Alma Breazeale at (936) 8295808.

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

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST All dances open to the public. Admission $6 per person. Watch for our letters in the Vestnik. Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For lodge and rental information, please call the hall, (281) 373-9482; Alma at (281)351-1045; or Mary Lee at (713) 468-0432. The hall's address is 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas 77429.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. For hall rentals, please contact James Balke (979) 8300796 or (979) 830-0118.

LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank in the Community Room unless otherwise noted. Youth club meets at 2:30 p.m. at the same location unless otherwise noted.

LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of the month at 3 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico, Texas. Members are urged to attend and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance are wek come. Bring a guest and maybe we can make a member out of them.

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

LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS Meetings are held every third Saturday of January, March, May, July and September at the Senior Citizens Building in Tahoka at 6 p.m. The youth club meets at the same time.

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