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SPJST observes its 107th anniversary in 2004. That's an achievement in itself! That speaks well to the timelessness of our fraternal mission; moreover, it speaks well to the dedication of our generations of devoted members. As a tribute to its members, the Vestnik will be introducing a new periodic feature in 2004 entitled "Reflections." How has mem bership in the S PJSI impacted your life or the life of someone in your family? Now's the chance to tell your story. Maybe you have a story about how an SPJST member benefit — life insurance or a mortgage loan — helped you or someone in your family? Or did an SPJST event play a memorable part in your life. Maybe you met your spouse or made a lifelong friend through the Society? This is a unique opportunity to bring your SPJST memories and experiences to the attention of members now and in the future. Your story can breathe new life into people, places and events long past. Writing is a powerful tool. Whether you have business ideas to communicate or stories to share, you can't get the job done without putting your words down on paper. Here are some suggested guidelines for you to follow in composing your story: First. Decide which story you want to write. Your recollection of a

particular lodge experience? About the friends and relationships you have made as a result of your participation in SPJST? The possibilities are many. Second. Once you've decided on a subject to write about, think about the details. What events or circumstances do you want to share with your fellow members. You may even want to make a list of specific events, issues, people and places that might play a prominent role in your SPJST story. Third. Write! Give yourself plenty of time to remember everything. Do whatever it takes to tell your story. Your story is important and people want to read it! With regards to length, your story can be as short as you like; however, please try not to exceed 500 words. What's most important are the details, conveying your message and giving readers a feel for the times. Direct your stories and any questions you may have to:

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Sharing Their Gift of Song On December 13, members of the Lodge 88, Houston Choral Group performed for the residents of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville. The group's repertoire includes an assortment of beloved and traditional Czech songs. The Choral Group is under the direction of Helen Hegwood, conducting at right, with musical accompaniment by Carolyn Filipp, on the piano. The Choral Group will be performing with the Lodge 88, Houston Concert Orchestra, under the direction of Jim Rhode, at Lodge 88 Houston's Anniversary Day celebration on February 8 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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2NESTNIK—Wednesday, January 21, 2004

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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(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 c/o Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, "Temple, TX 76503-0100.

EDITOR AND ECTOR OF COMMUNICATION: BRIAN VANICEK, FIC

P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100

Home: 13851 St. Hwy. 53, Temple, TX 7650 I -3407 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 E-mail: vanicek@spjst.com

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

GENE McBRIDE, FICF VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 780-1906 Cell Phone: (254) 534-1450 E-mail: genernc@spjst.corn

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

JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 E-mail: jerrymik@spjst.com Home Phone: (254) 773-2950

SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (254) 778-5228 E-mail: 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

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 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 74-44 Meiners Rd., Ledbetter, Tx. 78946 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Tx. 77437 - (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, I 831 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 Ba y er, 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Tx. 78114 - ( g 30) 216-7954 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1342 CR 403, Dime Box, Tx 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Norma Cavanaugh, Box 276, Granger, Tx., 76530 - (512) 859-2550 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Momingside, Dallas, Tx. 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, 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, 0) 606-7787 New Braunfels, Tx. 78130 - (83 STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC Cell: (254) 541-5555 Home: (254) 778-9194 E-mail: spjst@hotmail.com

STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 1 Bill Orsak (979) 272-8902 Mobil (979) 324-0056, Fax (979) 272-8902 DISTRICT 2 Zachary Kramer Cell Phone: (254) 534-4967 DISTRICT 3 Jerry Kucera, FIC (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz, FIC (325) 442-3038 or (325) 442-3141 (Home) DISTRICT 5 Lynn Johnsen, FIC, (281) 599-0952 Cell Phone: (281) 635-9293 E-mail: spjst_sfr5@sbcglobal.net

DISTRICT 6

STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT DISTRICT V

STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR

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) 393-9073 11001Lospital 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, 2411 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Tx. 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Tx. 76875 - (325) 442-4841 District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Rd., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2163 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

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

LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator

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Send Your Someone Special a Valentine in the February Vestnik. Greetings are Free.

GLADYS YATES (254) 773-1575

SUSAN SKRABANEK, 2657 F.M. 166, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (979) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 764 S. ST. JOSEPH STREET, BURLINGTON, TEXAS 76519 (254) 985-2396 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - LETA NEELEY, P.O. BOX 1124, ABILENE, TX 79604 (325) 437-0456 DISTRICT V - BARBARA LINNEY GONZALES - 6043 PINEWAY BLVD., HOUSTON, TX (713)649-6138 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 2501 TANGLEWILDE NO. 159, HOUSTON, TX 77063 (713) 907-1630 DISTRICT VII - LIZ BIELEFELD, 4339 FM 1303, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 (830)393-6037

little part of the organization. In response, we're introducing a new periodic feature in the Vestnik this year entitled "Reflections." As noted in this week's cover story, "Reflections" is an opportunity to bring your SPJST memories and experiences to the attention of members now and in the future. Your story can breathe new life into people, places and events long past. While the shortterm goal of this project is to print as many of your reflection articles in the Vestnik as possible, the longterm objective will be to compile the articles in book form — much like the SPJST cookbooks and publish them as a collective volume at some later date. Since I've been on board as Editor, I've heard so many intersting, humorous and even inspiring stories — from members of all ages -- about how the SPJST has touched their familys, and social life. Now, the time has come to put those thoughts down in writing. Guidelines for composing your article appear in this week's cover story.

"Let's hear from you! Your story can breathe new e into people, pl ces and events long past•"

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

Home Phone: (325) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855

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

Hold That Thought Eleven years ago for Christmas, we gave my dad a stack of yellow legal pads and an engraved pen along with the request that he write down some of the great stories that he used to tell. About growing up on the farm. About army life. About farming — and anything else he could think of. It wasn't too long after that his health took a turn for the worse and you can guess the rest . . . No stories — at least none in his own words — were ever written about those times. A lot of you, I'm sure, can relate. When our parents and grandparents are gone, they take with them a wealth of life experiences, leaving us with wonderful memories. The thing about memories, though, they fade with the passage of time — and in time, it's as if they never were. When the Publication Committee met in Temple on January 10, we talked about that as it relates to the SPJST. We talked about how the Society has played an important role in the lives of so many of its members and how with each passing year, so many of these people pass away, taking with them a

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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE FINANCIAL SECRETARY

Current Activity of Receipts and Disbursements for the Month of December, 2003 DEBITS Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock Preferred Stock Certificate Of Deposit CCA- A G Edwards CCA- Morgan Stanley CCA- Southwest Securities CCA-Morgan Stanley Home Office Building Real Estate Owned EDP Equipment Hardware EDP Equipment Software Furniture & Office Equipment SPJST Scholarship Fund Profit/Loss on Sale of Bonds Profit/Loss on Sale of Stock Dividends Annuity Withdrawal Expense Escrow Annuities Bond Interest Certificate Loan Interest CD Interest Mortgage Loan Interest Reinsurance Recovered Reinsurance Refund Royalties & Minerals Miscellaneous Mortg. Loan Income Increase in Bonds by Amortization Prem, Income Pd-Up Additions Application Fee Premiums Office Rent-Income Death Claims Death Claims-Annuities Death Claims- Minors Death Claims- Minors Interest 401 (K) Plan Flex Annuities Withdrawals Bonus- JT Certificates Matured Endowments Refund To Lodges Premium Refund To Members Surrender Value UL Surrenders UL Surrender Charges District Allocations Convention Museum Operating Expense Vestnik Vestnik Postage Workshops Youth Activities District Youth Allocations Bond Expense Mortgage Loan Expense Decrease In Bonds By Amortization Reinsurance RMO Taxes Loss On Sale Of REO Agents Accounts Payable State Exam/Audit Adj. of Book Value- Home Office Adj. of Book Value- EDP Equip.-Hardware Adj. of Book Value- EDP Equip.-Software Decrease in Book Value of Bonds Adj. of Book Value-Furniture & Office Equip. Actuary Advertising/Promotional Appraisal Expense Commissions Contributions Dist. Frat. Act. Coordinators District Youth Counselors Society Automobile Expense Fraternal Activities Hospitalization Liability Ins. Legal Service Expense Outside Legal Service Expense Medical Exams Non-Medical Exams Membership Dues Office Maintenance Office Rent Expense Committee Meetings Organizational Expense

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District Two invites members to experience Blackhawks hockey January 24 District Two has a section reserved for the January 24, 2004 Central Texas Blackhawk hockey game held at the Bell County Expo Center. The Blackhawks will be playing the Wichita Falls Rustlers. Section 105, located directly behind the penalty box, has been reserved for SPJST on this night. We will be recognized during the game. This social is for everyone in District Two, young and old alike. If you have never been to a hockey game, please make plans to attend and enjoy an action-packed night with other members. The game begins at 7:05 p.m. The cost for active members ages 13 to adult is $5. Active members, ages 12 and under, will be able to get tickets for $2 each. Non-active members and guests will be able to get tickets at $8 for adults

SPJST By-Law Committee to meet January 31 In preparation for the upcoming convention in June, the SPJST ByLaw Committee will hold its first meeting on January 31, 2004. Committee representatives are to convene at the Home Office in Temple Postage Salaries SPJST History Project SPJST Golf Charity Project SPJST Cookbook Project SPJST State Charity Project SPJST B-B-Q Charity Project SPJST Convention Brochure Office Supplies Supreme Lodge Meeting Tax: FICA, TEC & FUTA Telephone Travel-Officers Travel-Directors Travel-State Field Representatives Travel-Editor Travel-State Youth Director Travel-State Frat. Act. Coord. Research & Development Home Account Expense Cash Balance 11/30/2003 Credits Debits Cash Balance 12/31/2003 Assets: Cash Bonds Mortgage Loans Certificate Loans Common Stock Preferred Stock Certificate Of Deposit CCA- A G Edwards CCA- Morgan Stanley CCA- Southwest Securities CCA-Morgan Stanley Home Office Building Real Estate Owned EDP Equipment Hardware EDP Equipment Software Furniture & Office Equipment

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District Two invites all members to attend the January 24 Central Texas Blackhawks hockey game. Call District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky at (254) 985-2396 or your lodge's youth leader to reserve your seats. and $5 for children 12 and under. Please call me or your lodge's youth kader before January 16 to order your discount tickets. Let's have a huge turnout and show Central Texas how SPJST can make some noise! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two DYC (254) 985-2396 SPJST-

on Saturday at 10 a.m. Any By-Law changes/suggestions can be submitted to the committee for review. Please watch the Vestnik for more details. Fraternally, Dorothy Pflughaupt Vice Chairman By-Law Committee SPJST4,806.46 129,672.99 11,570.20

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4/VESTINIK —Wednesday, January 21, 2004

SPJST records 1,469 referrals through December in Outreach 2003'program To help achieve the objectives of the Outreach 2003 program, several incentives were offered. Members who make referrals that result in written applications are 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 Members - Name and photo in Vestnik; eligible for drawing for 10 (ten) $100 cash 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, Louisiana (will accompany winning Lodge Officers on trip.) Special recognition at the 2003 SPJST Awards Banquet (receives mileage to and from banquet.) The following listing identifies members who have made referrals during the Outreach 2003 Membership Drive. Lodge Member's Name

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Arthur Kloth, Jr. Beverly Border Dolores Lefner Don Day Eileen Shiller Dickerson Elizabeth 0 Eichen John Tindell Karen Franklin Kay Zipperlen Kelli Janovich Latricia Burks Margaret Campbell Mark Peck Mary Lou Salinas Michael Pelzel Oda Ruth Martin Peggy Brewer Roxane McWha Susan Shofner Teresa Williams Terry Banton Tina Carroll Tommy Atchison Charlie Boetcher Patricia Charanza Patrick Charanza Amelia Peterson Ashley Halbert Brooke Craig Christi Sparkman Courtney Halbert Dorothy Kucera Julia Tucker Ray Perez Terrie Matula Williams Traci Dobecka Whitney Dobecka Annie Polnick Clay Kansterina Rosie Shumbera Bradley Shelfer Landon Eldridge Shelby Allen Taylor Allen Tiffany Burkhalter Zachary Shelfer Alannah Villanueva Amanda Villanueva Julie Schneider Adam Ofczarzak April Wotipka Coy Cass Kara Ihlenfeldt Kyle Skrabanek Lacy Jones Lindsey Jones Shelby Norman Stacey Norman Taylor Sandner

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Tyler Sandner Willie lhlenfeldt Aleen Jaecks Charlie Anderson Helen Gustafson Irene Helgren Mike Magoney Mikhaila Nelson Robert Haisler Rubie Loessin Amber Penn Audra Bazilius Autumn Bazilius David Mainard Donna Locke Emma Perry Krystal Bazilius Lisa Kirby Melanie Zavodny Michael Bazilius, Jr. Milton Zavodny Peggy Sue Herendon Stephanie Vanicek Dillon Baker Dorothy Dvorak J.L. Wingo James Madewell James Mitchell Raymond Starek Ronnie Honza Blake Ryan Devin Krajca Jerrod Ryan Raychel Clark David Pokorny Diane Tompkins Janet Filla Larry Beran Leroy Marx Margie Faltesek Marie A. Ripple Melody Sue Huber Monica Mehevec Edwin Tate Shelly Wiegand Brandon Drapela Donald Bubela Dylan Truerner Jon Marcaurele Kirby Bubela Kyle Kaspar Wanda Dorotik Barbara Goodlet Brande Roesler Dylan Roesler Lynde Roelser Alejandra Saenz Ardis Bacak Ashley Sczech Billy Winkles Bradley Bacak Darlene Janak Darlene Kocurek Dawn Konvicka Dorothy Arata Timm Ed Mrnustik Edith Moldberg Henry Vaclavik, Jr. Karen Holub Kenneth Trochta Kristy Kinchloe Ophelia Botello Robbie Gonzales Karen Trochta Tricia Newmann Brandon Hoelscher Brooke Hoelscher Crystal Bartek Crystal Morris Cynthia Hutka Debbie Dohnalik Doris Tyroch Dorothy Pechal Dorothy Stuchly Ed Mokry Katherine Smith Neil Rabroker Patrick Greger

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Lillie Clawson 1 Linda Vrazel 3 Rhenda Baldwin-Dickerson 1 Woodrow Brandes 1 Appa Hargiss 18 Dabney Kidd 1 Emily Humphrys 5 Paris Milan 4 Corey Schwartz 1 Sadie Hirt 1 Sydney Reyes 3 Abby Blevins 1 Helen Bland 1 Jordan Lyon 3 Kathy Fritz 76 Linda Johnson 64 Lisa Lopez 1 Summer Campbell 1 Kim Culliton 2 Toye Stanaland 1 Casey Brinkman 4 Chelsey Brinkman 2 Christian Brinkman 2 Damon Hernandez 1 Daniel Pipkin 2 David Mendy 1 Jacob Vasquez 1 Joshua Brinkman 3 Jack Gartner 17 Charity Manchack 2 Christina Dobson 22 Corinne Mauldin 68 Alyssa Buentello 4 Bettie House 1 Chester Gail Lee 1 Domingo Gonzales 1 Lilianna Wiederhold 3 Miranda Wiederhold 3 Raven Vasquez 4 Michelle House 1 Audree Williams 4 Reed Williams 4 Ann Paruzinski 44 Jim Wiest 6 Judy Paul 22 Jamie Reid 1 Alicia Ruiz 4 Courtney Coupland 1 Gloria Smith 5 Jason Neeley 14 Lucia Acguirre 1 Lydia Ruiz 1 Thelma Beaver 2 Camille Hernandez 27 —SPJST-

District Seven Donates Pull Tabs District Seven Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Bob Bayer delivers canned drink tabs to State Youth Director (SYD) Melanie Zavodny, center, and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator (SFAC) Gladys Yates. The tabs were collected at the District Seven Fall Meeting held September 14, 2003 at Jourdanton Community Center for the Ronald McDonald House, Temple. One full jug of drink tabs donated by Lucille Novak's friends' relatives came from Belgium. Some of the bags were collected and donated by the American Legion in Floresville. SYD Zavodny and SFAC Yates thank all the lodges and youth clubs for participating in this project. The drink tabs will be delivered to Ronald McDonald House on Join Hands Day, May 1.


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Lodge Letters Section

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Lodge 1, Fayetteville reports on January meting

the troops serving in the military. The minutes of the September 25 and December 7, 2003 meetings were approved as read and the treasurer's report was accepted as presented. SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville met at Under old business, no update was noon Thursday, January 8, 2004 at available on the proposed roof repairs Keiler's Restaurant for its quarterly and other minor repairs to the SPJST meeting with 10 members and two hall. guests, Robert Froebel and Donnie - In discussing new business, Vice Victorick, in attendance. President Pflughaupt welcomed new Vice President Glenn Pflughaupt members and read thank you note called the meeting to order and led received from the Louis J. Polansky members in reciting the Pledge of, family for flowers. He thanked , Sales Allegiance. Members remained stand- Representative Ronnie Pflughaupt for ing for a moment of silent prayer in helping reach the 2003 goal SPJST observance of deceased members and member applications, resulting in

Lodge 1, Fayetteville Presents Scenes from Christmas Party December 7, 2003 Haley Heinsohn wants to make sure that she doesn't forget to tell Santa everything she wants, so she keeps count on her fingers John Minarcik, left, and Jordan Weishuhn take their turns at telling Santa what they wanted for Christmas.

Lodge 1 reaching its goals and receiving additional funds and incentives for Lodge 1. Members elected Irene Polansky as SPJST Lodge 1 delegate and Bonnie Rohde as alternate delegate to attend the SPJST XXIXth Convention held June 14 to 16, 2004 in Temple, Texas. Election of officers for the year 2004 was held and the following were elected by acclamation: President Glenn Pflughaupt Vice President Betty Heinsohn Secretary Irene Polansky Treasurer Brenda Minarcik President Pflughaupt thanked Donnie Victorick, expressing appreciation in his being able to join members for the luncheon meeting and invited his comments. Mr. Victorick stated how very much he and his wife, Janice, enjoyed the Christmas party at the historic SPJST Hall. He congratulated the lodge for reaching its goals through the sales efforts of Ronnie Pflughaupt and invited members to attend the upcoming District One Spring Meeting in April. He also discussed the Lifetime Achiever plaque, noting that this year, plaques will be awarded to a husband and wife together with both of their names on it. The awards will be presented at the District Spring Meeting. He also encouraged members to attend the Lodge Officers Incentive Banquet and announced his candidacy for District One Director. The following SPJST Lodge 1 members were nominated to receive the Lifetime Achiever plaque—Ruth Froebel, Mary Ann Guthmann, Betty Heinsohn, Glenn Pflughaupt, and Louis and Irene Polansky.

Youth Report

Youth Leader, Sister Peggy Dobecka, reported taking cakes to the rest home on December 3, 2003, and again January 7, 2004. She reported that the youth did a good job in presenting their Christmas program, and Annual Picnic For the past several years, SPJST thanked all who donated or bought Lodge 1 and the Fayette County tickets in the youth club door prize Czech Heritage Society have held a drawings. Sister Peggy also reported combined picnic at Polansky's Lake at that the youth took their Christmas Rek Hill in promoting a bond of Czech crafts to both nursing homes, West Rest heritage and voted to do it again this Haven and Bellmead Nursing Center. Sister Peggy also reported that the year. John Polasek, President of the Fayette. County Czech Heritage youth enjoyed their Six Flags outing Society, stated their society would like on January 3 then attended the lock-in to continue the event. The dates April at Lodge 84 in Dallas afterwards. The 25 and May 2, 2004 were discussed to youth need help in saving pull tabs in connection with their Ronald be confirmed. There being no further business, the McDonald House project. It was reported that their next meeting would meeting adjourned. be Sunday, February 1 at 1:30 p.m. Submitted by, Sunshine Committee, Sister Irene Irene Polansky, Secretary Schiemenz, gave her report of sending — SPJSTChristmas cards to our West Rest Haven residents, Annie Chudej, Ella Macik, Steve Neckar, Esther Malina, and included sending a card to Lodge Georgie and Bill Skerik. She thanked Evelyn Bezdek for donating the cards. Sister Irene also sent a get-well card to Johnny Muehlstein. Sister Irene also Hi! Our President, Brother Johnnie reported sending sympathy cards to Krizan, called the meeting to order on Gary and Jeanette Beseda, Frances Sunday, January 4, 2004 at 2 p.m. Beseda, David Mynar family, Michael Anna Dulock led all in the Pledge of Mynar family, Diane and Gary Berger Allegiance with Tracie Dobecka recit- family, Patty and Cody Dragoo, Susan ing our SPJST Motto. Sister Georgie and James Miller, and Cindy and Tony Soukup, Flag Bearer/Guide, gave her Kubacak, upon the death of their report of 28 members and four guests mother and mother in-law, Danielle present at our meeting. Our guests Mynar. Sympathy cards were also were Tammie and Selby Holder and sent to Pat and Steve Dieterich and Brian Vanicek and son, Sam. Thanks Lakn, upon the death of their mother to Brian Vanicek, Vestnik Editor, of and grandmother, Bobbie Dieterich. Temple, Texas, for coming and Our condolences to all these families upon their loss. installing our officers. Brother Jerry Kucera, District Three Our Secretary, Sister Barbara Jean Hykel, read the minutes from our last State Field Representative and mem-

6, Cottonwood reports on January meeting

Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce President Jack Cashion, top left, and Lodge 1 President Glenn Pflughaupt sneak up on Santa. Thanks to Tom Pearson for his part in getting Santa to the meeting!

meeting. The minutes were approved as read. Sister Barbara had no correspondence. Our treasury report was given by Treasurer, Sister Peggy Dobecka. It was approved as given. Financial Secretary and Hall Manager, Brother George Straten, gave his report of six new members and one addition insurance. Thanks to our Sales Representatives, Brothers Donald Cernosek, Johnnie Krizan, Jerry Kucera, and Sister Lydia Dobecka. Brother George also reported that our February socials will be on February 6 and 20. Brother George reported that the next Trustee's Meeting would be held on February 20 at 7 p.m. at Cottonwood Hall. Sister Barbara Jean Hykel, Fraternal Activities Coordinator, gave her report of West Chamber of Commerce membership dues are now due. She also read a letter from Gladys Yates , State Fraternal Activities Coordinator, wishing all a Happy New Year. I failed to obtain the tournament dates so watch the Vestnik if you are interested. Sister Barbara reminded us all of the State Incentive Awards Banquet that will be in Cyclone on February 28. She encouraged everyone to please attend. She also reminded everyone that she needed scholarship applications as they have to be in by January 31, and she also needs everyone's fraternal activity report forms.


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ber of our lodge, reported that his figures showed that we had 95 new applications for the year, putting our lodge with the Sapphire Award. He reported that District Three did not meet their quota for 2003. He would be hosting continuing education classes during January at Lodge 54 and Lodge 6. Brother Jerry encouraged all to attend the incentive awards banquet this next month. Our lodge voted to donate $100 to CEFT, Czech Educational Foundation of Texas. All funds donated are to be used to help fund newly established residency in Czech Music and Culture at the University of Texas in Denton, Texas. Brother Robert and Sister Lydia Dobecka donated a handmade pillow that recently came into their hands from Michael Marek from his grandparents, Jerry Sumbera family. The pillow read "60th Anniversary Lodge 6 SPJST Cottonwood 1957." The lodge plans to encase the pillow in a shadowbox to keep it preseived. Thanks to Robert and Lydia. Again, thanks to Brian Vanicek for installing our lodge officers so efficiently. It is always good to have him visit our lodge. Thanks for bringing your son, Sam, to be with us. I also have to say thanks for such high praise of our lodge and especially me as their reporter. I hope I can continue to do a good job for everyone. Those in attendance with January birthdays were Brothers Ray Perez, Brian Vanicek, Al Soukup, Eugene Horak, and Sisters Barbara Jean Hykel and Lydia Dobecka. Happy birthday to all of you and to all with a birthday this month. Door prizes were drawn with the $5 door prize winner being Sister Georgie Soukup. The progressive door prize winner was Elizabeth Marie Dove, not present. Thanks to the Barbara Hykel family for the delicious meal and snacks at our meeting. Next Meeting February 1 Our next meeting will be on Sunday, February 1 at 2 p.m. Thanks to the Milton and Irene Peterson family for volunteering to do the meal for this meeting. Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter — SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook reports on January meeting President Donnie Hejl called the meeting to order January 7, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. Hayden and Hannah Kovar let the Pledge of Allegiance. Stacey Eldridge read the minutes. They were approved with one correction. Bob Bayer visited our meeting. David Kovar gave the hall manager's financial report. Donnie Victorick gave the financial report. Marie Shelfer Youth Leader gave her report. The lodge accepted new members and reported on terminations. We were reminded to turn in our hours for fraternal acts to Bonnie Walker before the end of the month. The lodge elected Nancy Allen as an Assistant Youth Leader for 2004. Next Meeting February 4 The next meeting will be February 4, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. Ann Schoeneman Reporter — SPJST-

Lodge 18, Elgin: 2003 was great! President Mike opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and silent prayer for all SPJST members. All reports were read and approved. Supreme President Howard Leshikar installed the new officers. The 2004 officers are: President Mike Mogonye Vice President FAC Aleen Jaecks Secretary Shirlene Matetzschk Treasurer Glen Materschk Youth Leader Mary Ryan Financial Secretary Agnes Rupp Reporter Irene Vrabel Three trustees were up for reelection. Reelected were Dud Morris and Charles Wilson. Newly elected trustee was Sam Morgan. Congratulations to all. We know you will do a great job. Celebrating December birthdays were Charles Wilson, Diane Cannon, and Emil Mogonye.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS — On a regular basis, Lodge 6, Cottonwood, makes it a point to recognize members in attendance who are celebrating their birthdays during the month. Recent celebrants, pictured above, from top, left, are Kim Seith, Irene Schiemenz, Robert Schiemenz and Stella Perez. BOTTOM: Donald Cernosek, Mary Pavlas, Terry Hykel and Amber Halbert.

Lodge 18, Elgin Asists Elgin VFD Members of Lodge 18, Elgin recently presented the Elgin Volunteer Fire Department with a $1,000 check to apply towards the construction of a new fire station. Joining in the presentation are Board Member Donnie Cannon, Board Chairman Johnny Vrabel, Fire Chief Mike Carter, Elgin VFD President Carl Newstrom and Lodge 18 President Mike Mogonye. Elgin Lodge 18 had a great year. Thanks to all the volunteers, we were able to do a lot good for the community. We had $1800 in small miscellaneous donations. Our large donations were Elgin Volunteer Fire Department $1,000; Down Home Ranch $1,000; Elgin Food Pantry $500 Bastrop County Projective Service Board $500; American Diabetes Association $500; Elgin Ministerial Food Pantry $500; Muscular Dystrophy Association $500; Salvation Army of Elgin $500; Blue Santa Elgin $500; Family Crises Center Bastrop $1,000. This was a total of $8,300. What a great accomplishment! Christmas Appreciation Dance We had a Christmas dance on December 14, and we furnished refreshments for who attended the dance. We wanted to show our appreciation to all that support our lodge. Without this support, we could not have helped so many different organizations. Thanks, again, to you all. With all of this, we were able to do some repairs in the hall as well. This says a of lot you, our Elgin lodge. Just think how much more we could do with some more help. Come attend our meetings see just how active your lodge is. We had a great New Year's Eve dance. We served black-eyed peas, corn bread, sausage, and coffee after the dance. Isn't it nice to have a place to go to and not have to spend a fortune or drive a long way. Everyone who was there had a great time. We had many compliments on how nice the hall was. Kate Mogonye was named Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 18. Congratulations, Kate. You do a great job. Remember, we need all volunteer hours, that's how we keep our tax exempt status and save on tax dollars. We saved enough money to help make all those donations. Let's keep up the good work. Irene Vrabel, Reporter Savor the moments that are warm, special and giggly. —SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club selling SPJST cookbooks The youth club members are selling the new SPJST cookbooks. You can purchase one by coming by the hall; or by calling Margaret (972) 878-6149. They make great gifts for Christmas. Margaret Krajca Youth Leader —SPJST--

Lodge 25, Ennis gets off to a good start in January Greetings and Happy New Year! Lodge 25, Ennis got off to a warm and delicious start thanks to our President's wife, Mildred Dolezal. Mildred had prepared a chili supper, and even though it is her birthday this month, she baked a German chocolate cake. Thank you, Mildred! After the chili supper, the January 8 Lodge 25, Ennis meeting commenced. Sergeant-at-Arms Johnnie I. Krajca led the Pledge of Allegiance. President Eugene Dolezal presided. A moment of silence was observed for lost members, Charlie Dubec and Joseph Shebesta. Secretary Pat Fowler read the minutes. Pat does a wonderful job as Secretary. Thank you, Pat. Other extremely capable officers are Treasurer Cathy Krajca, and Vice President Jim Holahan, who both gave their reports and which were accepted. Youth Leader Margaret Krajca has agreed to continue her excellent work with our youth. And, even though she has stepped down as Fraternal Activities Coordinator (FAC), she has agreed to do all the paperwork and close out 2003. As incoming FAC—thank you, Margaret! Financial Secretary Kay Lynn Kovar mailed out approximately 400 dues postcards. The dues are really coming in. Thank you, everyone, for being so prompt and supportive. The Lodge 25, Ennis January meeting was well-attended. If you feed


Wednesday, January 2 20 4---VESTNIKI7 Much business and many exciting plans were conducted. Our delegates are reading the Vestnik to stay on top of things. We elected our Lifetime Achievers who I will let the Supreme Lodge notify them before I spill the beans. Another wonderful cook, Betty Macalik, discussed further strudel bakes. We sang, "Happy Birthday", to those having a birthday in January— Richard Mraz and Mildred Dolezal. them, they will come.

Next Meeting February 12 Our next meeting will be February 12 at 7:30 p.m. Hope to see you there. Fraternally yours, Kay Lynn Kovar FAC/Reporter —SPJST-

47, Seaton invites players to join in annual tarok tournament Saturday, January 24 Lodge

Dear Players, This Saturday, SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton hosts its annual tarok tournament at Star Hall in Seaton. The hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off Highway 53. Registration will be from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. with play scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. The entry fee is $15 per person and covers your noon meal and snack. Prizes will be awarded. For more information, please give me a call at (254) 984-2451 or email me at barabroker@aol.com Fraternally, Beth Rabroker, Second Vice President, Fraternal Activities Coordinator — SPJST-

47, .Seaton reports on January meeting Lodge

Dear Sisters and Brothers, Happy New Year! The January meeting of Lodge 47, Seaton was on Sunday, January 4, 2004 at 2 p.m. President Edwin Pechal called the meeting to order. Flag Bearers brought in the flags arid led the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitors were welcomed— District Seven Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Bob Bayer of Floresville and Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride and wife, Frances, and District Two State Field Representative Zachary Kramer. We thank you all for coming and invite you to come again. Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride installed the lodge officers and trustees. Thanks for doing the honors. Sister Adeline Kohutek read the roll call of officers, trustees, and sales representatives. All officers and trustees were present. Sales representatives absent were David Coufal, Jon Gersbach, and Vallie Zavodny. New members accepted were Billie Jean Alexander, Roger Brent Nunn, II, Cody Ryan Coufal, Dustin Wayne

Confal, Russell Wade Coufal, Tyler David Coufal, Kathleen A. Davis, Meredith Dean Mikeska, Katley 0. Aaron, Heather Jane Baker, and Victoria M. Richter. A warm welcome to each named and you are invited to the meetings held first Sunday of each month unless announced otherwise, and the other activities are in the back of the Vestnik. Thanks for joining Lodge 47 and helping our lodge grow. Also thanks to the sales representatives who sold the insurance to those named. Correspondence: thank you cards from the families of deceased members —Dean Gommert and Rozelle Wall for flowers to their loved ones' funeral services; a notice from the Texas Historical Commission that our historical marker is approved and after correct wording is completed, it will be made and hopefully in place by June; and a letter from Sister Gladys Yates to select the recipients of the Lifetime Achiever award for this year Board minutes were read by Edwin Vasicek to tell us of deliberations at their meeting, the third Monday of each month. Bob Bayer spoke of his candidacy of the office of Supreme Lodge President in the next convention. Vice President Gene McBride stated that a total of 3,028 certificates were issued in 2003 and that the SPJST is growing and that 2004 is to be a banner year because of the convention. Zachary Kramer stated that marketing of new insurance is his priority with the help of sales representatives

Riggan Mikulas Engagement Cindy Riggan of Morgan's Point and Butch and Shelia Reagan of Belton and Jerry and Betty Mikulas of Temple have announced the engagement of their children, Heather Nicole Riggan of San Antonio and Chad Wayne Mikulas of San Antonio. Heather's grandparents are John and Bea Sodek of Temple and Marian Hinze of Holland. Chad's grandmother is Lillie Mikulas of Temple. The couple plans an April 3, 2004 wedding at the Temple Brethren Church. SPJST-

Chad Mikulas and Heather Riggan are planning an April 3 wedding in Temple.

of the lodges in District Two. Thank you all for speaking at the meeting. Then Gladys Marek gave her report as did the chairpersons. I wish to thank Edwin and Nelda Marek for selling New Year's Eve tickets in the time I had dialysis at Scott and White. Thanks, again. Bar Chairman David Pechal thanked his workers who helped him during the month. Officers' Reports The president stated pictures of the newly installed officers and trustees would be taken at the stage immediately after the meeting. Also the previous recipients of the Lifetime Achiever awards are to meet. Vice President Dolores Skrabanek stated that she is wanting to work with everyone in the lodge. Second Vice President Beth Rabroker reminded us of the winter tarok tournament at Seaton Star Hall that is scheduled for Saturday, January 24. I hope many of you are making plans for entering this tournament. Also; she stated that everyone is to complete the monthly reports of activities during the past month. She has to send these to the SPJST Home Office in the middle of the month. District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky spoke about the new certificates needed to complete our quotas of 50 in 2004. We have surpassed that total for three years and hope to do it again. This year, because it is a convention year, there is a new incentive of this goal before the June convention. If you have by-laws that you think should be changed, come to the meetings that our delegates have and present changes to the delegates. Everyone has a' say as to how things are done. The audit for all books held by chairpersons is set for Friday, January 9 at 7 p.m. Under new business, we did not have a bar chairperson for the rest of the year. Brother Woodrow Marek said that Rosemary Chudej wishes to run the bar for the rest of the year. She was voted in. Birthdays in January are Dolores Skrabanek, Edwin Vasicek, Gladys Marek, and Vice President Gene McBride. There were no anniversaries. Door prizes were brought by Vice President Gene McBride and won by Shannon Pechal, Joyce Skrabanek, Gary Skrabanek, Beth Rabroker, Patsy Koslovsky, Ruth Hanusch, and Woodrow Marek. Prizes from the bar were won by LaVerne Vanicek, Edwin Marek, and Leroy Dana. The president and vice president selected members for the various committees. Youth Leader Heider Bartek gave her report and District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky gave her report and stated the skating party is February 8 at Skate Haven and the hockey game is January 24 at the Bell County Expo Center. So watch for more details on these events. Sister Adeline Kohutek stated that an account is set up for her grandson's hospital expenses since his accident. She will be making kolaches by orders and putting money in that account. You can call your orders in to Sister Kohutek (254) 593-4115. A total of 49 members were present and four visitors. Joyce Skrabanek had the blessing for the lunch after the meeting.

Next Meeting February 1 The next meeting is Sunday, February 1 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal, Reporter — SPJST-

80, Holland reports on January meeting Lodge

President Frank Pajestka, Jr. called to order the meeting of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland at 4 p.m. on January 3, 2004. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. all officers were present. Secretary Linda Hill read the minutes of the December 2003 meeting. They were approved as read in a motion by Tony Sladecek, and seconded by Calvin Eckermann. Treasurer Glen Latham gave the financial report and other committees. Thank yous were read from Margaret Wright and Roma Matthews of St. John Lutheran Church. Melissa Vrabel gave a report as the Fraternal Activities Coordinator. President Pajestka thanked everyone for their support and help to make the Christmas party a success. The president then introduced two guests—District Seven Director and Supreme Lodge Chairman Bob Bayer, who is running for president. Also present was Doni Powell of the Home Office. Discussion was brought up concerning the new cookbooks. The 30 we had have been sold. It was suggested we order two more boxes in a motion by Tony Sladecek and seconded by Melissa Vrabel. President Pajestka stated he had contacted members concerning the committees that had been set up. He asked the membership's opinion of Lodge 80 trying for the howdy party during the SPJST state convention being held in June in Temple. After discussion, Rick Benner moved Lodge 80 should try for the party and seconded by Russell Pajestka. Frank, Jr. then appointed G.L. Brisbin, Estelle Coker, and Melissa Vrabel, along with himself, to meet with Lanita Anglin concerning the matter. On the sick list, Florine Rohde was reported slowly improving. Also ailing was Valasta Liles. Three new members were accepted by the membership. There were no birthdays in January. In the drawing for door prizes, the winners were Jewel Wolf, James Sladecek, Joe Sumbera, Dean Brisbin, and Courtney Brummett. Four other prizes were won by Victoria Pajestka, Jason Schlickeisen, Daffney Pajestka, and Russell Pajestka. Joy Jackson moved to adjourn and seconded by Dean Brisbin. The meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m. for happy hour. Next Meeting February 7. See you February 7 at 4 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle G. Coker, Reporter —SPJST-


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Lodge 88, Houston reports on December meeting President Patricia Bruce opened the meeting at 10:45 a.m. We were led in prayer by Sydney Jurchak. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and our Recording Secretary Flo Orsag read the names of deceased members — Adela Kite, Evelyn J. Hyde, Edna E. Wilson, Gwendolyn Michulka, and Joseph R. Knapick. A moment of silence was held in their memory. Roll call of officers was read and all officers were present with the exception of Second Vice President Viola Cox and Youth Leader Barbara Gonzales. Recording Secretary Ho Orsag read the minutes of November, 2003 which were approved as read. She read a thank you note from Susan Sloan of The University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center thanking the lodge for its contribution to the center. The secretary/treasurer read the profit and loss statement for November, 2003. President Bruce reported that she had a wonderful year as president of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston. She attended many meetings, and she thanked everyone for making her year as President a wonderful one. She also appointed a committee to count votes for those going to the convention in June. They were Margaret Allbritton, Carol Havemann, and Florian Demney. Report of Guide Josephine Pflughaupt reported that there were 83 members present. We sang "Happy Birthday" to the birthday recipients and acknowledged the anniversaries. They were Dona and Press Clooney; and Lydia and Tom Marsh. Winners of $5 door prizes went to Josephine Buri, Celestine Darilek, Charles Pustejovsky, Grace Snyder, and Jo Ann Buri. Lodge 88, Houston Annual Meeting At 1 p.m., December 14, 2003, President Bruce called the second half of our meeting to order with prayer. Dorothy Pflughaupt led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. We all sang the National Anthem led by Helen Hegwood and Fred Buri accompanied by Patricia Bruce on the piano.

Recording Secretary Flo Orsag read the names of the deceased members for the year 2003. A motion was made and seconded that we dispense with the reading of the minutes from December, 2003. Motion carried. President Bruce reported that she failed to mention Entertainment Chairman Betty Theiss earlier in her report, and she apologized. Also Estelle Kelly was not mentioned earlier. She is still in the hospital. Keep her in your prayers. President Bruce appointed Carol Havemann to be chairman of the committee to count votes for the officers voted on, should it be necessary and Margaret Allbriton and Florian Demny to help her. Marceil Malak announced that the Remuneration's Committee met and made recommendations for the officers for 2004. Our new officers for 2004 are: President Patricia Bruce First Vice President Carolyn Fillip Second Vice President Viola Cox Recording Secretary Flo Orsag Secretary/Treasurer Roberta Johnson Youth Leader Barbara Gonzales Officers' Reports

Recording Secretary Flo Orsag thanked Jo Ann Buri for taking the minutes for her in the November, 2003 meeting. Report of Committees Delegates to the convention in Temple are too numerous to have in the Vestnik. If you are interested in knowing these, please see the Secretary's ledger in the office. Fred Buri announced that the choral group sang at the Needville Rest Home again this year. They have been singing in Needville for the past 33 years. Guide Josephine Pflughaupt read the names of the $5 door prize winners. Winners of $5 each went to Gladys Havemann, Paul Beck, Victor Stanek, Dorothy Pflughaupt, and Georgie Barcak. We had one new member present, James Polansky. Also we had 83 members present. Larry Pflughaupt installed the newly elected officers and board members for 2004. The meeting adjourned at 2:45 p.m. Ho Orsag Recording Secretary —SPJST-

Pictured above are the members of the Lodge 88, Houston Choral Group that performed at the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville in December.

Scholarship Recipients Doing Well Lodge 88, Houston extends its congratulations to its members who were the recipients of scholarships and are now continuing their education in college. Christina Colleen Joseph, left, daughter of Sharon and Mark Joseph, was awarded a $750 scholarship and is attending Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia, Arkansas. Tamara Che Williams, center, daughter of Jeri and Jackson Williams, received a $750 scholarship and is offending Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. Tracy Diane Nowak, right, daughter of Marjorie and Michael Nowak, received a $500 scholarship and is attending the Art Institute in Houston. Scholarship Committee Chairman reports that donations have been made to the Lodge 88 Scholarship Fund by the Birthday Club Sisters in memory of Kathy Trefell, Allyne Adam and Louise Kadlecek.

Lodge 139, Danbury Lodge 151, reports on Wharton December January meeting meeting report Lodge 139, Danbury met at Filipp's Cafe Wednesday, January 6, 2004 with 18 members and one visitor present. President Lonnie Lostak called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was given by all present. Secretary Linda Vrazel read the minutes of the last meeting. The minutes were approved. Treasurer Ellamarie Filipp gave her report. It was approved. Secretary Linda Vrazel reported one new member, Haley Ray Oaks. She reported two transfers from Lodge 81— Kelly Follett and Paula Follett. All were accepted. We wish to welcome them and hope to see them at our meetings. Nominations were made for delegates for the convention in June and approved. Officers for the coming year were nominated and approved. They are: President Lonnie Lostak Vice President Monty. Baldwin Secretary Linda Vrazel Treasurer Ellamarie Filipp Fraternal Activities Coordinator Lorenda Baldwin Rejc■orter Winnie Stefka Nominations were made for Lifetime Achiever awards. Those nominated were Monty Baldwin, Edwin Vrazel, Catherine Hechler, Winnie Stefka, and Ellamarie Filipp. Visitor Lynn Johnsen gave a report on expectations for the coming year and each member's responsibility. Officers for the coming year were installed by District Five State Field Representative Lynn Johnsen. Birthday wish for the month went to Linda Vrazel. The meeting adjourned. The next meeting is February 4. Fraternally, Winnie Stefka, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 151, Wharton met on December 1, 2003 at Hinze's Bar-BQue, Wharton, Texas. A social hour began at 6:30 p.m. with a' catered meal for members and guests. Members provided the desserts for the Christmas meal. President Madeline Shimek presided over the meeting. Secretary/Treasurer Carolyn Bucek read the minutes and gave the treasurer's report. New members were accepted into the lodge. Old Business

Election of officers for 2004 are as follows: President Madeline Shimek First Vice President and FAC Gerald Macha Second Vice President Ray Pilgrim Secretary Dora Lee Kopecky Carolyn Bucek Treasurer Rita Vanek FAC Ray Pilgrim was appointed as the Lodge Chaplin. Election of delegates for the convention are David Bucek (1), Charles Bucek, Madeline Shimek. Alternates are Dora Kopecky and Jane Bucek. Lifetime Achiever award nominees are David Bucek, Gerald Macha, Ray Pilgrim, Madeline Shimek, and Rita Vanek. Presentation of 50-Year Pins Julius Kalina presented Geraldine Jochec with her 50-year pin. Other recipients were Brenda Humbeson, Marvin Macek, August Malik, Frank Miska, Theresa Miska, Lucella Roecker, Samuel Smolik, and Dalton Ustynik. Congratulations to all our 50year members.


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In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy

Lodge 177 Academy Installs 2004 Officers Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, top left, installed the 2004 officers and trustees of Lodge 177, Academy at their December meeting and Christmas party held December 10 at the Golden Corral in Temple. Pictured, from left, back row, are Vice President McBride, Treasurer Josie Mitchell, Trustee Bill Hutka, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jackie Beck, Vice President Louis Driska, Secretary Joanne Hutka, Trustee Bernice Hutka and Youth Leader Linda Wagner. FRONT ROW: Trustee Shirley McCrea and Second Vice President Helen Bland. SEATED: President Kathy Fritz.

September birthday celebrants Joe Priesler and Ray Pilgrim were recognized at the December meeting. Donations Members brought canned goods, paper items, personal items, and many other items as a Christmas gifts to the Crisis Center. The membership voted

to present a $300 check to the Crisis Center to help purchase gifts for the men, women and children. Charlene Cummings accepted the items, and money for the center. David Bucek was chosen as the our Fraternalist of the Year. Birthday celebrants honored on their birthdays were Dora Lee Kopecky, Howard Plengemeyer, Alfred Sabrsula, Ruth Sabrsula, Albert Chumchal, David Bucek, Jackie Pilgrim, and Carrie Bucek. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Rita Vanek presented each member with a gift from the lodge. Members and guests enjoyed playing bingo. Each winner was presented a $2 bill. Fraternally, Rita J. Vanek, FAC —SPJST-

PHOTO: Lodge 151, Wharton Fraternal Activities Coordinator Rita Vanek presents August. Malik with his 50-year pin. RIGHT PHOTO: Julius Kalina presents his daughter, Geraldine Johec, with her 50-year pin. LEFT

Lodge 151, Wharton President Madeline Shimek presents Charlene Cummings with $300 for the Crisis Center.

The members of Lodge 26, Skidmore wish to express their sympathy to the family of our departed member, LOUISE E. (MACHA) HANUS, age 88 of Skidmore. Mrs. Hanus passed away Thursday, October 30, 2003. She was born on September 17, 1915 in Cuero, Texas to Joe and Annie Mary (Kalich) Macha. She married Henry Hanus on June 14, 1943 in Cuero. She had been a resident of the Olmos Community since 1944. She was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Beeville, the Altar Society, A.A.R.P., A.A.R.P. Kitchen, and SPJST Lodge 26, Skidmore. She loved to play games of cards and dominoes which she played at the Senior Citizen's Center in Beeville of which she was a member. She also played dominoes at the Faith Lutheran Church Goldenagers Group once a month. She was a great cook, and a good gardener and seamstress. She loved to can her garden products. Louise was a quiet person and a good Christian. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband who died on January 26,1977; and sisters, Stelle Trlica and Edna Hanus. Survivors include daughters, Mary Ann McGuill and husband Dan; and Norma Dittlinger and husband, Jerry, all of Richmond, Texas; son, Joe Henry Hanus and wife, Vicki of Beeville; five grandchildren; Danny Mcguill and Fiancee Lesley, Gregory Dittlinger, Patrick Dittlinger and wife, Lea, Jarrett Hanus, Erin Huff and husband, Jason; great-grandchild, Tucker Huff; sisters, Leona Sumbera and husband, George of Victoria and Pauline Nesloney and husband, Bernard of Corpus Christi; brother, W.J. Macha and wife, Elrose of Yoakum; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation was held Friday, October 31 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Gallaway and Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Beeville. Rosary was held Saturday, November 1 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Funeral mass followed at 2 p.m. at the same location with Father Patrick Donohoe officiating. Burial followed in St. Joseph Cemetery. Pallbearers were Danny McGuill, Gregory Dittlinger, Patrick Dittlinger, Jarrett Hanus, Charles Trlica, and Gerald Trlica. Honorary pallbearers were Erin Huff, Jason. Huff, Lee Dittlinger, and Lesley Gonzales. The members at Lodge 26 miss our dear friend and may our departed sister. May she rest in eternal peace. Submitted by, Mary A. Denkeler President and Dear Friend —SPJST-

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Hortense Annie Mallinak Faigle, 85, longtime Houston resident, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2003. Born in La Grange, Texas on September

15, 1917, Hortense was one of nine children of Mary Katherine and Joseph Malinak. Hortense grew up in Houston and graduated from Reagan High School in 1935. She married Charles J. Faigle, Sr. in 1939, and they resided in northwest Houston until 1978. She most recently resided in Waller. Hortense was a lifelong member of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, and a charter member and past corresponding secretary of WFLA Lodge 428. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years; seven brothers and sisters; and one grandson. Survivors include son, Charles Faigle, Jr. and wife, Patricia of Tulsa, Oklahoma, son, Jerry Faigle; daughter, Mary Ann Minto and husband, Bill of Austin; sister, Johnnie Loessin and husband, Lawrence of Weimar; and numerous dear grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. The family received friends on Monday, December 15 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Heights Funeral Home. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, December 16 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Heights Funeral Home. Interment followed at Holy Cross Cemetery. Immediately afterward was a reception at Sokol Hall. — SlPJST —

Resolution of Sympathy Lodge 40, El Campo-Hilije wishes to express its sympathy to the family and friends of EDMUND MARTIN CHAKA, 84, of Wharton who died Saturday, January 10, 2004. He was born May 30, 1919 in Louise, to the late Frank J. and Francis A. Trojcak Chaka. He was a veteran of World War II and lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus and SPJST. He was also a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Boling. He was a retired timekeeper for Texas Gulf Sulphur Co. with 37 years of service. He served on the Troop Committee for the Boy Scouts of America Troop 123 in Boling. Survivors are sons, Jim R. Chaka of Austin, Ron Chaka of Wharton, Sid Chaka of Katy, and Thomas Chaka of Richmond; sister, Lillian Hansen of El Campo; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by wife, Zora Doris Klatt Chaka; and one brother. Visitation was held at Wharton Funeral Home Chapel followed by a rosary. Services were held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, January 14 at St. Phillips Catholic Church in El Campo. Burial was at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. Wharton Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Catholic Church, do Holy Family Catholic Church, 2011 Briar Lane, Wharton, Texas 77488. Resolution Committee Karen Holub Charlie Sanders Janet Marek — SPJST-


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Resolution of Sympathy We, the members of SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of GEORGE ANTON TESAR, age 66, passed away Friday, December 5, 2003 of complications resulting from heart surgery. Funeral service was at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 9 at St. Andrews Catholic Church. Burial was in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, December 8. Rosary was at Mount Olivet Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Andrew's Social Ministries, 3200 Dryden Road, Fort Worth 76109. George was born February 22, 1937 in Fort Worth. He attended Mt. Carmel Academy, Tech High School and TCU. He was a longtime member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church and active in Texas Czech cultural organizations and the Democratic party. He recently retired from Miller Distributing Company after 14 years. He was previously employed by Coors Distributing. George was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was blessed with great gifts of friendship and compassion. He touched many lives during his days on earth. This loving husband, father, and grandfather was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Frances Tesar; and sister, Marcella. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Judy; daughters, Sharon Stone and husband, Bob of Arlington, Deborah Tesar of Houston and Kathryn Tesar of New York City; brothers, Louis Tesar of Arlington and Charles Tesar of Austin; and cherished granddaughter, Rebecca Stone of Arlington. Mount Olivet Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. He was a friend to everyone, and he will be greatly missed. May God give strength and bless his wonderful family. May he rest in eternal peace and his memory remain with us forever. Resolution Committee Rose Steinman Jeanie Mason Carrie Milan —SPJST-

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of Mary Havlak Mary Agnes Havlak, 89, of San Angelo passed away Mcinday, December 8, 2003 in Meadow Creek Nursing Center. Recitation of the Holy Rosary was at 7 p.m., Tuesday, December 9 in Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial was at 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 10 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall, Texas with Monsignor Larry Droll as celebrant. Mary was born December 11, 1913 in Rowena, Texas to her parents, Otto and Francis Strakos Bubenik. She grew up in the Veribest community. She married Frank J. Havlak on January 14, 1936. They had 63 beautiful years together. They farmed and lived in the Wall Community most of their lives.

Some of Mary's favorite things to do were sewing, quilting, making kolaches, raising flowers, and enjoying her grandchildren. She volunteered for many years at St John's Hospital and received numerous awards for her work there. Mary was a member of St. Helen's Altar Society and SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo. She was preceded in death by husband, Frank; brothers, John and Eddie Bubenik; and sister, Ella Braden. She is survived by her loving family, son and daughter in-law, B.J. and Lillie Havlak of St. Lawrence; daughter and son in-law, Betty and Billy Schwartz of Wall; daughter and son in-law, Sandra and Leonard Jansa of Wall; grandchildren, Ron and Brenda Cofer of Saginaw, Amanda Havlak of St. Lawrence, Mistie Havlak of Cameron, Kristie Havlak of Granbury, Tisha Schwartz of Dallas, Jill Miller of San Saba, Neil Schwartz of Miles; Bridget and John Mullin of Humble, Jason Schwartz of Wall, Todd and Kim Schwartz of Wall, Robyn and Andy Gallant of Caddo Mills, Ryan and Springer Jansa of San Angelo, Clay Jansa of Wall and Cara Jansa of Wall; greatgrandchildren, Ryan and Hunter Cofer, Daeley Havlak, Austin and Laken Miller, Dylan and Cody Schwartz, Davis Schwartz and Jake and Reese Gallant; brothers, Albert Bubenik of San Angelo and Julius. Bubenik of Houston; sister, Lillie Pechacek of Corpus Christi; numerous nieces and nephews; and very special friend, Irene Malish. The family wishes to express its heartfelt thanks to all of the staff at Meadow Creek Nursing Center. Memorials may be made to a favorite charity. Johnson's Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST-

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Letters Section District Two invites members to experience Blackhawks hockey January 24 District Two has a section reserved for the January 24, 2004 Central Texas Blackhawks Hockey game held at the Bell County Expo Center. The Blackhawks will be playing the Wichita Falls Rustlers. Section 105, located directly behind the penalty box, has been reserved for SPJST on this night. We will be recognized during the game. This social is for everyone in District Two, young and old alike. If you have never been to a hockey game, please make plans to attend and enjoy an action-packed night with other members. The game begins at 7:05 p.m. The cost for active members ages 13 to adult is $5. Active members, ages 12 and under, will be able to get tickets for $2 each. Non-active members and guests will be able to get tickets at $8 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under.

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, cio SPJST P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 Email: vanicek@spjst.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578

Please call me or your lodge's youth leader before January 16 to order your discount tickets. Let's have a huge turnout and show Central Texas how SPJST can make some noise! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two DYC (254) 985-2396 —SPJST-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood

Youth Club wraps up holiday season Dear Vestnik Readers, We started this month out by going to Six Flags with our district. We couldn't have asked for better weather. The next day, we held our monthly youth club meeting. We took cakes to the nursing home on January 7. Our next social will be January 16, and we will make \ alentines and take down the Christmc, decorations. On the 18th, we are going to the movies with our youth club. We were also

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of Garland Welfi Garland A. Welfl, 52, of Moulton, died Sunday, Dec. 21, 2003. He was born August 4, 1951, in Houston, to Eleanora Pavlas Keil of Moulton and to the late Victor Roland Welfl. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was range director for Appelt's Hill Gun Club, vice president of the Moulton Clinic Board, president of the Friendly Trail Riders Association and a member of Lodge 88, Houston. He was a rancher. He retired from his profession of machinist and tool and dye maker. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Diouhy Welfl; daughter, Heather R. Welfl of Moulton; and brother, Michael W. Welfl of Houston. A rosary was recited by the Knights of Columbus at 7 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Moulton. Services were held on Tuesday, December 21, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with the Reverend Gabriel Maison officiating. Burial was at Moulton Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Moulton. Pallbearers were Darrin Foster, Gerald Fisbeck, Darrell Rothbauer, David Michalec, Buddy Clark, and Richard Kresta. In Loving Memory, The Family

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Lodge 4, Hallettsville on Parade Members of the Lodge 4, Hallettsville Youth Club participated in the Kolache Fest Parade in Hallettsville on September 27, 2003 and won first place in:the youth division.

Look, We Won! Pictured, from left, are Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus, Holly Scott, Ronnie Sustaita (in front) Elizabeth Vahalik, Sarah Siptak (holding first place ribbon), Holly Scott, Josh Siptak, Mark Siptak, and Assistant Youth Leader Susan Siptak.


Wednesday, January 21, 2003—VESTNIK/11 reminded that our tee-shirt designs are due on January 31. I would like to wish everyone a wonderful, prosperous, and blessed new year. Fraternally yours, Brooke Craig, 16 1/21/04 ---SPJST-

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Youth Club links up with other youth clubs at Six Flags Dear Readers, We held our meeting Sunday, January 7, 2004. In December, we took birthday cakes for the birthdays to the West nursing home. We also delivered the Christmas gifts we made for them. On Sunday, January 6, we met up with District Three youth clubs at Six Flags. The next social will be on January 16. On January 18, we will be going to the movies. We will be doing several projects to help with kids and the U.S. troops. Fraternally yours, Christi Sparkman 1/21/04 —SPJST-

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Youth Club reports on December visits Dear Readers, In December, we took cakes to the birthday party in the West nursing home. We delivered the Christmas crafts also to the residents in December. Saturday, January 6, we joined the res of District Three youth clubs at Six Flags. It was an enjoyable day. Fraternally yours, Whitney Dobecka 1/21/04 SPJST-

Lodge 9, Snook

Youth Club reports on January meeting Dear Vestnik Readers, The January 2, 2004 meeting of the SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club was called to order at 7 p.m. by Kim Gaas. Landon Eldridge led the Pledge of Allegiance and the SPJST Youth Club Motto. The register was read. Present were 40 members, five guests, and 13 adults. The minutes from December 2003 were read by Kim Gaas and were approved as read. The treasurer's report was given by C.J. Under new business, we discussed the following: Valentine's Czech Dance scheduled for February 14. Charity projects for the month of January was to bring items for soldiers

and snacks for the lock-in, and next month,s charity will be to bring snacks for to make valentines for the nursing home Youth leader announcements made by Ms. Marie included soda tabs continue collecting until April; and 2004 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest deadline is January 30. The theme is "Discover a Treasure — SPJST Youth". Mia, Noah, Dustin, and Dacey were responsible for door prizes and the craft for January. We made snowman magnets. Members with birthdays for the month of January include Jared (12th), Tori (12th), Holly (14th), Lauren (19th), John Y. (21st), and Emily (23rd). Door prizes were won by Bradley, Jenna, Robin, Cody, John W., Dacey, Keith, Kim, C.J., Kim W., Hayden K., Rebekah, Hannah, Mickey, Alex, Ian, Nathan, Taylor S., John M., Taylor A., Macy, Cullen, Shelby, Allison, Brighton, Dylan, Jodie, and Jared. Door prizes, crafts, games, and jokes for the month of February are Jared, Jodie, Jenni, Allison, and Carlee. After the meeting, we had our lockin. We had hot dogs with the fixings, played games, watched movies, had ice cream sundaes, hot chocolate, and all types of snacks. The next youth club meeting is February 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the SPJST Hall. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Zachary Shelfer, Reporter 1/21/04 — SPJST-

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Youth Club looks ahead to February Dear Vestnik Readers: On Friday, January 2, 2004 we had our annual lock-in. We all had a great time. Thanks to all the parents who stayed and helped. Looking ahead to February, the youth club is hosting a Valentines Czech Dance on Saturday, February 14 from 7 to 11 p.m. All family, friends, and the community are invited. Mr. Ronnie Horcica will be our guest dee-jay. He will playing your favorite Czech music. As many of you may know, Mr. Horcica hosts a weekly Czech music radio program. Don't forget the deadline for the 2004 Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest is January 30. Our next meeting is Wednesday, February 4 at 6:30 p.m. Hope to see you there. Fraternally, Bradley Shelfer 1/21/04

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Judging Designs will be judged by a panel of art specialists. Judging is based on the design's overall appearance and appeal, creativity and originality, and ability to reproduce on a tee shirt. The Rules • Create a tee-shirt design relating to the 2004 theme: Discover a Treasure — SPJST Youth. • Submit entry, using only a black pen or a black marker, on an official entry form (available from SPJST youth leaders or the State Youth Director) or draw your design on an 8 1/2' by 11" sheet of plain, white paper. Designs drawn with anything other than a black pen or black marker or designs that are colored will be disqualified. • Entries must be freehand originals created by the youth member. • Entries become the property of SPJST and will not be returned.

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Lodge 88, Houston member Brett Adarncik shares the gift of music Brett Adamcik has been playing the clarinet since the fifth grade. He is an officer in Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club where he has been an active member since 1999. Brett is in the National Honor Society, Taylor Honor Roll, Spanish National Honor Society, Student Council, and first chair in the band for all four years. He also plays second base on the_ high school varsity baseball team.

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Dear Vestnik Readers, On December 6, 2003, we had our Youth Club Christmas party. We made a really neat centerpiece for the memorial service. It looked like a Candy Tree. It was a lot of fun. We all brought gifts and exchanged them. I received a gift certificate to Academy. We then enjoyed hamburgers. I also wanted to tell Mrs. Susan, Mr. Randy, and Mrs. Holly thank you for the certificate for the pizza It sure was good! Fraternally yours, Nicholas Havemann 1/21/04 — SPJST-

table this month, and we had a pingpong tournament. Winners of the ping-pong tournament were Taylor first; David - second; and Tina -third. During the ping-pong tournament, we had an obstacle course set up by Youth Leader Joan Vanicek. Winners of the obstacle course were Jessica first; Stephanie - second; and Sam and Erin - tied for third. We had a fun time, and we hope to see you at our next meeting on February 8 at 3 p.m. at the V.A. Nursing Home to pass out valentines, eat pizza, and go to the District Two Skating Party. See ya later! Fraternally yours, Stephanie Vanicek, 11 Reporter 1/21/04

Editor's Note: Watch for related photos in next week's Vestnik. —SPJST-

17, New Tabor Lodge 186, Caldwell Youth Club discusses Youth Club reports on December fund raisers meeting and party Dear Vestnik, Lodge

Brett Adamcik He has won many other academic and leadership awards as he progressed through the Alief Independent School District. This year Brett was the only student in Alief ISD to make the highly selective Region 17 Band in the University Interscholastic League competition for two years in a row. Earlier this school year, Brett tried out for the Houston Youth Symphony, which includes some of the most accomplished high school musicians from the entire Houston metropolitan area and was accepted. The Houston Youth Symphony plays three concerts a year at the state-of-the-art Stude Hall Concert facility on the Rice University campus. There are only eight clarinets out of approximately 350 members in three different symphonic groups and each spot is obtained through rigorous competition. On February 8, Brett will be the principal clarinet and play a solo in Dvorak's New World Symphony with the Philhannonia Group during the Houston Youth Symphony's spring concert Please join me in wishing Brett congratulations for a job very well done. Since Brett is a senior, we are going to miss him next year. However, we wish him continued success in the college of his choice. Fraternally submited, Barbara Gonzales Youth Leader — SPJST-

Dear Vestnik Readers, On December 7, we had our Youth Club meeting and our lodge memorial service. The hall was decorated with the centerpieces that we made during our Christmas party. Some of the youth group lit a candle for all the people who had passed away. The Youth Club performed a program for everyone then we enjoyed turkey and dressing. It was a very nice evening. Fraternally yours, Colby Havemann 1/21/04 —SPJST-

On January 4, 2004 Lodge 186, Caldwell had a meeting and discussed our fund raisers and activities this year and next month, we decided to go bowling. The dance that we are supposed to have on January 9 is cancelled because the deejay was busy. Fraternally, Tana Guess 1/21/04 — SPJST-

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Our last meeting was held on January 11, 2004. At the meeting, we discussed that tee-shirt contest entries are due January 31. We also talked about the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive and the upcoming hockey game. Our youth club got a new ping-pong

Dear Vestnik, On January 4, 2004, Lodge 186, Caldwell had a meeting and after the meeting, we had ice cream sundaes and had a contest to see who had the most pull tabs off of the soda cans. My sisters and I came in second place. I was excited. Our meetings are so much fun! Fraternally, James Teakell 1/21/04 — SPJST-

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Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes a new member Devin Ty Krajca, son of Darren Krajca and Kimberly Macalik of Ennis. He attended his first youth club meeting last Sunday. Devin is six years old and attends kindergarten at the Early Childhood Center. Devin's favorite activities are drawing and swimming. — SPJST-

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Dear Vestnik, On January 4, 2004, the youth club Lodge 186, Caldwell discussed the January 9 dance. We had to reschedule it because the deejay was busy and couldn't do it. We will reschedule it later. Fraternally, Landra Teakell 1/21/04 —SPJST-

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Service With a Smile! Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club members sold cookbooks at the lodge Christmas Party on December 7. So far they have sold a total of 56 books and orders are still coming in! Pictured above, from left, are Bryant Hunter, Blake Ryan and Raychel Clark.

Lodge 154, Fort Worth welcomes Klair Alise Stoeppleman, age 7 and one-half years. Her father is Johnny Kirk Stoeppleman and Madalyn Paige Stoeppleman is her sister. Klair enjoys gymnastics and dance and attends Eagle Mountain Elementary in the second grade. She is listed on the A Honor Roll and was voted music student of the week. Klair loves to swim during the summer and to play with her friends. She also has a wonderful time at SPJST camp. —SPJST-


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pled— in front of, before: Stojim pied domem. Ode§el pied hodinou. za-- behind: Amerika je za morem. Honza blef za Karlem. nad— above, over: Nad stolem visi (boast of success), napinit sklenici lanma. pod— under, below: Sedime pod vodou (fill), trpet zimou (suffer from cold). stromem. mezi-- between, among: Jsme tady 4. Adverbial function. Besides exmezi ',Mei. Brno le2i mezi Prahou a pressing instrument instrumental also Bratislavou. answers questions: How? (way or manner of action): OdNote: Pfed, za, nad, pod, mezi with in- povedel otazkou. (question) ikekl strumental denote position (like na tichjim hlasem. (in a low, quiet, voice) with locative), but with accusative they Which way? (through): Diva! se do denote motion, direction (like na with pokoje oknem. Bel lesem. accusative). Observe: Obraz visi nad JAN HOLUB stolem. Ddvdm obraz nad stul. Petr — SPJSTstoji pied nagim domem. Alena pfichdzi pied nal dim

3. Instrumental used after some verbs: Stal se mYm pritelem. (to become) Zustal poctivYm 'dloVekem. (to stay— honest man) Udelali ho ieditelem. (to make— manager, headmaster). Zvolili ho poslancem. (to choose, elect— member of parliament) Note: After the verb bji t instrumental denotes function, temporary state or result: Jirka je nejlepgim studentem. On the other hand nominative denotes permanent, essential quality, classification: Praha je hlavni mesto CSSR. Pes je zviie. (animal) Other verbs: hYbat rukou (move with), haze kamenem (throw a stone), totit volantetn (turn steering wheel), §etrit energii (save, economize), plytvat jidlem (waste), chiubit se tisp6chem

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CULTURAL CALENDAR, Travis-Williamson County Czech Heritage Society (TWCCHS) Happy Czech Singers practice on the third Thursday of every month at St. Louis School, 7601 Burnet Road, Room 119, Austin, Texas, 7 p.m. Anyone who is interested in Czech singing is cordially invited to join the group. For more information, you may contact President Vlasta Vitek (512) 836-0383; or Reporter Monica Stojanik-Neal (512) 859-2593. January 21 Travis7Williamson County Czech Heritage Society (TWCCHS) Monthly Meeting—at the Pflugerville Community Library, 102 South 10th Street, Pflugerville, 7 p.m. For more information, you may contact President Vlasta Vitek (512) 8360383; or Reporter Monica Stojanik-Neal (512) 859-2593. January 24 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Annual Luncheon/Meeting—at the College Station Conference Center. Arrive/greet, 10 a.m. Czech luncheon. Cost $9 per person. TCGS Business Meeting, Educational and Entertainment Treasures: Discovering DNA Treasures Leo Baca; Czech Footprints—Visual Treasures: Frank Kalbac; Members' Treasures—Charlene Hurta. Everyone is invited to participate in the Treasure Hunt at the Project Tables. RSVP to Charlene Hurta, 1231 CR201A, Angleton, Texas, 77515-9212. For more information, call (979) 849-0348. January 26 CCCHouston Czech Language Conversation Class - 2004 Winter/Spring Series—Enjoy the challenge and have some fun! Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m. Instructors by Professors William E. Souchek, Marie Mann, and Tamin El Hale. No charge for members. Workbook/tape is recommended and available for sale. The Market Place, Northwest Mall, 290 at Loop 610. (713) 686-6362. Classes will relocate to the new CCCH Museum District facility at 4920 San Jacinto upon its opening in early 2004. January 27 Austin Czech Historical Asso-ciation Monthly Pot Luck Dinner and Meeting — At Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 200 West Anderson Lane; Austin, Texas. For more information, please call President Steven Gavenda at (512) 836-4240. January 27 Austin Czech Historical Association Monthly Pot Luck Dinner/Meeting—at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 200 West Anderson Lane, Austin, Texas. For more information, call President Steven Gavenda (512) 836-4240. February 2, 9, 16, 23 CCCHouston Czech Language Classes Continue—Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m. at The Market Place, Northwest Mall, 290 at Loop 610. (713) 686-6362. February 13 Czech Mass—at St. Mary's Church, Temple, Texas. Travis-Williamson County Czech Heritage Society (TWCCHS) Happy Czech Singers will be singing. For more information, you may contact President Vlasta Vitek (512) 836-0383; or Reporter Monica Stojanik-Neal (512) 8592593. February 18 Travis-Williamson County Czech Heritage Society (TWCCHS) Monthly Meeting—at the Pflugerville Community Library, 102 South 10th Street, Pflugerville, 7 p.m. For more information, you may contact President Vlasta Vitek (512) 8360383; or Reporter Monica Stojanik-Neal (512) 859-2593. —SPJST-


14NESTNIK —Wednesday, January 21, 2004

Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Note: Lodge meetings will be on the second Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. Until further notice, we will be meeting at Bill and Angie Heitzman's place, four miles east of Tioga, off FM121 at the end of Heitzman Road. If you need to talk to anyone before the meeting or to get directions, you may call Bill Heitzman (940) 437-5561; or Jack Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Saturday, January 24—Wedding Sunday, February 1—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Friday, February 6- Social/games, 6:30 p.m. Friday, February 20 — Social at 6:30 p.m., followed by trustee meeting at .7 p.m. Friday, February 27 — Cottonwood water meeting. 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 (254) 8265863. LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar. LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth club meetings are at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental information, call (254) 593-2222. 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 Note: The meeting time has changed to 7 p.m. Sunday, February 15 — Valentine Dance with music by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six; polka, waltzes, and mix music. 3-7p.m. $6 per person Lodge hall is located at 702 Hwy. 95 North, Elgin. Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month at 7 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 Adult lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.; dinner/social begins at 6:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Flag Hall is located 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53. For more information regarding hall bookings, rentals, please contact Hall Manager Wilbert Mikeska (254) 9852484. LODGE 25, ENNIS Saturday, January 24 —Dining room rental Sunday, February 1—Youth club meeting, 2 p.m. Sunday, February 8—Jimmy Gomez and Country Outlaws, c/w. 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday, February 12—Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m. Club Room. Thursday, February 12—IMP Banquet Saturday, February 14—Dining room rental Saturday, March 6—Rental Sunday, March 7—Youth Club meeting, 2 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For 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, January 23—Polka Stars Friday, January 30—Texas Crossroads Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. Members and guests are always welcome. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers during Friday night dances. "On premises catering." For hall reservations, dance information or bookings, call the lodge hall (512) 352-9139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Schiller (512) 3657632. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan. LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, February 7—Cherokee Rose Saturday, February 21—Texas Road Gang 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.

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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.

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

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

LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by meeting at 1 p.m. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Youth club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 South in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Svatek (979) 543-3044; or (979) 6482317/lodge hall. LODGE 41 PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, 7 p. m. LODGE 47, SEATON January 24—Tarok Saturday, Tournament Saturday, January 31—Private Sunday, February 1—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, February 7—Private Friday, February 13—Private Saturday, February 14—Country Expression Monday, February 16—Board Meeting Saturday, February 21—Private Saturday, February 28—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Saturday night dance time is from 7 to 11 p.m. Hall opens at 6 p.m. Hall phone: (254) 985-2548. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. For rentals, please call Louis J. Kohutek (254) 983-2261. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 5 p.m. The hall is located at 10450 FM619, four miles southeast of Taylor. For hall rentals, please contact Bonnie Wolf (512) 3653733. LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November at 7 p.m. No more game socials at the lodge. LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 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

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

LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are at 2 p.m. 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, 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. 1-75-1052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 8529982; or (361) 854-8423. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Luncheon served at noon, and the meeting follows. LODGE 84, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 3524397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 8263557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 7736164/home. LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, January 24—The Travelers, polka/waltz. $7 Saturday, January 31—No Dance 7—Gus February Saturday, Lindemann, big band. *Dress code. $11 Sunday, February 8—Lodge Anniversary/Dance: Dinner, Lodge 88, Houston Orchestra, Lodge 88, Houston Choral Club, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner adults $5; children under 12, $4. Pastry,


Wednesday, January 21, 2004—VIESTNIK/15 youth club popular homemade ice cream available. Dance: Donnie Wavra, polka/variety. 2 to 6 p.m. $6. Saturday, February 14—Bobby Layne, big band. *Dress code. $12 Saturday, February 21—Bobby Jones, polkaNariety. $6 Saturday, February 28—No Dance 6 -;-Vrazels, ., Saturday, March polka/variety. $7 Saturday, March 13—Jodie Mikula Orchestra, polka/variety. $7

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 meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies, and gentlemen.

LODGE 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 89, ROSEBUD Lodge meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise announced.

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. September through May.

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

LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Friday, January 23—Charlie Patteson Friday, January 30—Dave Alexander, western swing/stock show Sunday, February 1—Randy and the Road House Band, country/western; 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, February 6—Charlie Patteson Friday, February 13—Valentine Dance: Nobles of Note Sunday, February 15—Valentine Dance: Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen of Cedar Rapids, Iowa—a very popular Midwestern band. Help us welcome Becky for her first time in Fort Worth! Friday, February 20—Charlie Patteson Friday, February 27—Jim Petty Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday. Family Night—first and third Tuesdays. Country/western music on the first Sunday and polka/waltz music on third Sunday every month from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Ballroom dancing on Friday night. Refer to the SPJST Vestnik and listen to KBEC 1390-AM on Sundays at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3FM at 2 p.m. for more news of our activities. Tune in KAAM-AM 770 for some easy listening music. For your i i large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, please call Joyce (817) 624-1361. National Hall, SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Phone (817) 624-1361. LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are held on the third Thursday at Palak's on Highway 181 South between Kenedy and Karnes City at 7 p.m. 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 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, February 1—Lodge meeting. Lunch at 1 p.m. with meeting to follow at 2 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for weddings or parties, call (713) 8626291 after 4 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 Note: Starting February 2004, Lodge 172 will have dances once a month. The dances will be held on the first Saturday of the month only. January will be the only month that we will have a dance on the third Saturday in 2004. Saturday, February 7—Moses Rangel Saturday, March 6—Moses Rangel Hall is located at 3609 Preston in Pasadena. Lodge 172 holds a dance on the first Saturday of each month and on the third Saturday of the month if hall is available. The dances are from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. The hall is open for rentals the rest of the month. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday, retirement and Christmas parties, wedding receptions etc., please call Vicki (281) 542-1774; for reservations, call (281) 487-3297. The Executive board and trustees meet on the first Monday of each month at 11 a.m. The regular lodge meeting is held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Lodge 172 is 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. 17418-083907. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

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

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

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

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

LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-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 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m.

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

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

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 Permit No. at 1:30 p.m. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538; or (972) 263-9031.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date, and time. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of the month at 7 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612. 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 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 185 NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October, and December. LODGE 186, CALDWELL Youth club meetings are on the first Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall unless otherwise announced. Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-2073309541002.

LODGE 187 ROUND ROCK Lodge meeting and program are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting at ,2 p.m.; entertainment at 2:30 p.m. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, please call (512) 255-1554; or (512) 255-3415. LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Please note: 2003 Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, dodge meetings are held in Charles Munday's office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger's.) LODGE 191, LUFKIN Wednesday, January 21—East Texas Cloggers beginner dance lessons, 6 to 7 p.m. Friday, January 23—Polka Dots Dance: Joel Towers, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 28—East Texas Cloggers beginner dance lessons, 6 to 7 p.m. Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 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 Marilyn Page at (936) 632-1124 to make reservations. For lodge rentals, call Lonnie Flowers at (936) 632-1217. LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 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 (281) 351-1045; or Cecelia Malek at (281) 469-9229. Hall address: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress, Texas 77429. LODGE 200 BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. For hall rentals, please contact James Balke (979) 830-0796; or (979) 830-0118. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center unless otherwise noted. Note: Youth club meetings are at the same time and same location unless otherwise noted. LODGE 204 STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of the month, 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 welcome. Bring a guest, and maybe we can make a member out of him. LODGE 206 TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month, 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, 6 p.m. The youth club meets at the same time. —SPJST-


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Lodge 1, Fayetteville

Vice President/FAC Glenn Pflughaupt Secretary Irene Polansky Treasurer Brenda Minarcik

Lodge 17, New Tabor

President Randal A. Gaas Vice President Wilfred Hildebrand Secretary Ben Trcalek, Jr. Treasurer/Financial Secretary Stanley F. Mrnustik Reporter Linda Gaas Youth Leader Susan Skrabanek Assist. Youth Leader/FAC Holly Narro

Lodge 48, Beyersville

President Sid Srnensky Vice President Bonnie Wolf FAC Bobby Wuensche Secretary Linda Wuensche Treasurer Bonnie Urbanek Reporter/Youth Leader Denisse Wuensche

Lodge 89, Rosebud

Lodge 177, Academy

President Wilburn Willis Vice President Freddie Kaluza FAC/Financial Secretary Maxine Sefcik Secretary/Reporter Anne Emery Treasurer Mary Lou Mynar

President/Assist. YL Tammy Martinez Vice President/FAC Adam Martinez Secretary/TreasurerNouth Leader Patsy Baker Reporter Ramona Gerich President Kathy Fritz President Louis Driska Second Vice President Helen Bland FAC Jackie Beck Secretary/Reporter Becky Mitcham Treasurer Josie Mitchell Youth Leader Linda Wagner Vice

Lodge 179, Warrenton

President Orville Kunkel Vice President Lloyd Goehring FAC Joan Goehring Secretary Bea Vasek Financial-Secretary Gladys Baack Reporter Oralee Levien

Lodge 189, Bryan College-Station

President Albert Ray Scasta Vice President Henry Mayo Second Vice President/FAC Claudia Pine Secretary/Treasurer/Financial Secretary/Reporter Charles Munday

District Two Lodge 15, Buckholts

President Doug Williams Vice President Mary Chudej FAC/Secretary Dorothy Tomascik Treasurer Virginia Williams Reporter Hilda Buts

Lodge 18, Elgin

President Mike Mogonye Vice President/FAC Aleen Jaecks Secretary Shirlene Matetzschk Treasurer Glen Matetzschk Financial Secretary Agnes Rupp Reporter Irene Vrabel Youth Leader Mary Flores

Lodge 24, Cyclone

President Brian Vanicek Vice President/FAC David Nauert Secretary Ginger Greger Treasurer Barbara Macek Reporter Bobby Hoelscher Youth Leader Joan Vanicek Assist. Youth Leader Kathy Penn

Lodge 47, Seaton

President Edwin Pechal First Vice President Edwin Vasicek Second Vice President/FAC Beth Rabroker Secretary Adeline Kohutek Treasurer/Financial Secretary Gladys Marek Reporter Dorothy Pechal Youth Leader Heidi Bartek Assist. Youth Leader Pam Morris

Lodge 35, Elk

President Randy Pavelka Vice President Fred Kubitza, Jr. Second Vice President Gene Pavelka FAC Ruby Pavelka Secretary Carla Pavelka Treasurer Barbara Pavelka Reporter Dorothy Banik

Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy

President Bob Miracle Vice President/FAC/ Financial Secretary Dan Ferguson Second Vice President Allen Trigg Secretary/Treasurer Linda Rorning Reporter Leonard Mikeska Youth Leader Monica Ferguson

Lodge 221 Harker Heights

President Rirchard Barber Vice President David Dobecka Secretary/Treasurer Ann Paruzinski Youth Leader Stacy Dobecka Asst. Y.L. Susie Weist Reporter Judy Barber

*Lodge 246 Morgan' s Point

District Three Lodge 6, Cottonwood

President Johnnie Krizan First Vice President Ray Perez Second Vice President Milton Peterson FAC/Secretary Barbara Hykel Treasurer/Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka Financial Secretary George Straten Reporter Stella Perez Assist. Youth Leader Lydia Dobecka

Lodge 25, Ennis

President Eugene Dolezal Vice President Jim Holahan FAC/Reporter/Youth Leader Margaret Krajca Secretary Patricia Fowler Treasurer Cathy Krajca Financial Secretary Kay Lynn Kovar Assist. Youth Leader Rita Holland

Lodge 54, West

Lodge 130, Dallas

President Keith Shinn Vice President/FAC/Reporter John Vrla Secretary Stanley Vrla Treasure r/Financial Secretary Eugene Parma

District Four

-Treasurer (aoo) 227-7578. Thank you.

Lodge 172, Pasadena

President Robert Mayfield First Vice President/FAC Lillia Mae Peter Second Vice President/ Reporter Julius Zella Secretary Josephine Mayfield Treasurer Tennie Walla Financial Secretary Henrietta Krenek Youth Leader Adeena Reyes

Lodge 196 Houston-West

President Lynn Johnsen Vice President/FAC Cliff Netterville Second Vice President Blanka Nedbalek Secretary Cecilia Malek Treasurer Alma Schulz Youth Leader Robert Castillo

District Six Lodge 4, Hallettsville

President Mary Jane Michna Vice President/FAC Aileen Pokorny Secretary/Treasurer Mary Ann Cook Reporter Dianna Ibarra

President Joe Siptak Vice President/FAC Annie Vahalik Secretary Mary Ann Sustaita Treasurer Helen Zabransky Reporter Patsy Zabransky Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus Assist. Youth Leader Susan Siptak

Lodge 229, Abilene

Lodge 8, Weimar

Lodge 76, Wichita Falls

President Susie Hudson Vice President Janice Stevens Secretary/Treasurer Betty Helvey Reporter Sherry Moore Youth Leader Leta Neeley Assist. Youth Leader Mark Stevens

*Lodge 233, Lubbock

District Five Lodge 91, Crosby

President Chester Stasney Vice President Malba Smesny FAC Marie Stasney Secretary Vonda Smesny Treasurer Evelyn Wotipka

Lodge 139, Danbury

President Lonnie Lostak Vice President Monte Baldwin FAC Lorenda Baldwin Secretary Linda Vrazel Treasurer Ella Marie Filipp Reporter Winnie Stefka Youth Leader Ace Filipp

Lodge 162, Iowa Colony

President Bessie Planka Secretary Geraldine Kucera Frank Treasurer/Financial Secretary Judie Divin

President Leo Jares Vice President Rose Shumbera FAC Erline Janik Secretary Joann Jares Treasurer Henrietta Veselka

Lodge 23, Moravia

President Albert Olsovsky Vice President/FAC Millie Berger Secretary Kathleen Guenther Treasurer/Financial Secretary Eddie Vrana

Lodge 30, Taiton

President Karen Kaspar Vice President Yvonne Marcaurele FAC/Secretary Wanda Dorotik Treasurer/Youth Leader Lisa Bubela

Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje

President Ardis Bacak Vice President/Assist. Y.L. Debbie Sczech FAC Dee Floyd Secretary Sheldon Holub Treasurer Lorraine Kana Youth Leader Jennifer Kunetka

Lodge 143, Inez

President Leroy Repka Vice President/FAC Bessie Repka Secretary/Treasurer/Financial Secretary Carol Prukop

Lodge 148, El Maton

President/FAC David Zielonka Vice President Frank Hahn Secretary/Reporter/Youth Leader Diana Johnson Treasurer Gay Lynn Thurmond Assist. Youth Leader Cheryl Zielonka

Lodge 151, Wharton

President Madeline Shimek Vice President Charles Bucek Second Vice President David Bucek FAC/Reporter Rita Vanek Secretary/Treasurer Carolyn Bucek

.7:st!ct Seven Lodge 79 Corpus Christi

President Jerry Sijansky Vice President Frank Sacky FAC Jerry Elzner Secretary/Reporter Helen Pavelka Treasurer Larry Wilks

Lodge 107, Floresville

President Glen Pruski Vice President Anthony Sears, Sr. FAC Polly Bayer Secretary/Assist. Y.L. Connie Jo Popham-Purchis Treasurer Diane Korus Financial Secretary Elizabeth Bielefeld Reporter Roxanne Bertrand Youth Leader Wendy Pruski

Lodge 133 San Antonio

President Jarolyn Popp Vice President/ FAC Vicki Reese Secretary/Treasurer/Reporter Michelle Popp

*Lodge 213 Fredricksburg *Lodge 220, McAllen Lodge 239, Hondo

President Terry Hernandez First Vice President Juan Lopez Secretary/Treasurer Tammy Hernandez Youth Leader Anarae Lopez Asst. Youth Leader Rosalinda Gauna

Lodge 97, Placedo

President Yvonne Garrett Vice President Shirley Sklar FAC Sylvia Blum Secretary Lanail Oslovsky Treasurer/Financial Secretary Dennis Vanek Reporter/Assist. Y.L. Donna Vanek Youth Leader Susan Kopecky

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