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Family Fun and Important Dates June 4 - 6 June 6 June 6 June 14 June 21-23 June 25-27 June 27 June 27 July 4 July 9-12 July 10
District Three Gives to CEFT At their Spring Meeting on April 25, the lodges of District Three joined with the District in presenting the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) with a check for $8,000 to apply towards its campaign to establish the CEFT Residency in Czech Music and Culture at the University of North Texas in Denton. District Three lodges that contributed towards the effort include Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga, Lodge 6, Cottonwood, Lodge 25, Ennis, Lodge 35, Elk, Lodge 54, West, Lodge 66, Waco, Lodge 84, Dallas, Lodge 92, Fort Worth, Lodge 130, Dallas, Lodge 135, Ennis, Lodge 154, Fort Worth, Lodge 178, Longview, Lodge 180, Burleson, Lodge 183, Arlington and Lodge 204, Stephenville. Joining in the presentation, from left, are SPJST Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, CEFT Director Al Kercho (92), CEFT Treasurer Tony Pustejovsky (54), University of North Texas Professor Tom Sovik, District Three President Mary Steinman (154), District Three Treasurer Martha Durham (92) CEFT Director and SPJST Legal Advisor Sidney Kacir, District Three Director Johnnie Krizan (6), Justine Pokladnik (84) and CEFT Director and SPJST Editor and Director of Communication Brian Vanicek. Sister Pokladnik's husband, the late Sid Pokladnik, was a founding board member of CEFT and longtime president of the organization which was founded in 1954 to support the teaching of the Czech language and culture in Texas high schools and at the college level. Watch for related District Three Spring Meeting photos in next week's Vestnik. "
July 11 July 11 July 11 July 13-15 July 16-18 July 16-19 July 18 July 22-25 July 25 July 24-26 July 25 July 31
Leaders-In-Training Workshop, Georgetown/Austin Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming SPJST Convention Begins District Four Camp at Butman Camp, Merkel District Six Camp, Camp Lone Star, LaGrange District Three Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 183, Arlington District Five Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 172, Pasadena Lodge 9, Snook 7th Annual Family Fun Day District Three Camp at Camp Val Verde, McGregor District Four Youth Achievement Day at Pioneer Drive Baptist Church Activity Center, Abilene District Six Youth Achievement Day at Taiton Community Center Lodge 97, Placedo Member Recognition Dinner at Victoria Electric Co-op Building District Seven Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 107, Floresville at Lodge 186, Caldwell Youth Achievement Day SPJST Supreme Lodge Quarterly Meeting District Five Camp at Camp Lone Star, LaGrange District Two Camp at Camp Val Verde, McGregor District One Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 186, Caldwell District One Camp at Camp Val Verde, McGregor District Two Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 47, Seaton District Seven Camp at El Shaddai Ranch, Yorktown District Two Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cookoff at End of the Trail RV Park, Tahoka benefitting Lodge 215, South Plains Youth Club
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2/VESTNIK—Wednesday, June 2, 2004
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EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION: BRIAN VANICEK, FIC P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100 Home: 13851 Si Hwy. 53, Temple, TX 76501-3407 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com
OFFICERS HOWARD LESHIKAR PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 771-1359
GENE McBRIDE, FICF VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 780-1906 Cell Phone: (254) 534-1450 email: genemc@spjst.com
LANITA ANGLIN SECRETARY-TREASURER Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-2334 email: lanitaa@spjst.com
JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 email: jerrymik@spjst.com Home Phone: (254) 773-2950
SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (254) 778-5228 email: Iglofc@stonemedia.com P.O. Box 5119, Temple, Texas 76505
DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I Home Phone: (979) 272-3265 (979) 224-3125 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878
FRANK E. KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II Home Phone: (254) 773-4801 3514 Preston Oaks Dr., Temple, TX 76504
JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN DISTRICT III Home Phone: (254) 826-5882 1 1500 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, 7444 Meiners Rd., Ledbetter, Tx. 78946 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Tx. 77437 - (979) 543-6220
District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 F.M. 166, Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx., 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Martha Durham, 7221 Riviera Dr., Fort Worth, Tx. 76180 - (817) 281-0666 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Edna Wehring, 1831 Crystal Ct., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2815 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Tx. 77971 - (361) 874-41 District Seven - Polly Bayer, 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Tx. 78114 - (830) 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, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130 - (830) 606-7787
STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC Cell: (254) 541-5555 Home: (254) 778-9194 email: 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) 541-5820
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 email: spjst_sfr5@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT 6 Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Cell Phone: (979) 332-1616 email: kkaspar@wcecnet.net DISTRICT 7 Hector Garcia (361) 749-1032 Cell Phone: (361) 548-5702
Home Phone: (325) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT DISTRICT V
STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR
Home Phone: (713) 864-2163 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, TX 77008
MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-3279 407 Taos Street, Victoria, TX 77904
BOB J. BAYER, CHAIRMAN DISTRICT VII Home Phone: (830) 393-9073 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114
BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Clarence R. Matula, Box 533, LaGrange, Tx. 78945 - (979) 968-2881 District Two - Ronnie Rjeger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Tx. 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Tx. 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Tx. 76875 - (325) 442-4841 District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Rd., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2163 District Six - Joe Siptak,4 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Tx. 77414 - (979) 244 4415 District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Tx. 78064 - (830) 281-8246
GLADYS YATES (254) 773-1575 MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC (254) 773-1575, Mobile: (254) 534-0807 email: melaniez@vvm.com
Congratulations! Last week's Vestnik included photos and brief biographical sketches of many of our SPJST spring graduates. Pages 8 to 11 of this week's issue announces this year's SPJST scholarship winners. There are 59 of them this year, each of whom will receive a $1,000 scholarship! Congratulations to this year's recipients and best wishes to them for their continued success in the future!
Speaking of the Future ...
The turning point in my life — as it relates to life insurance — came when my wife and I purchased our present home about twelve years ago. That's when it hit me: If our house burned down and I died on the same day, the house had a much higher replacement value than I did! That's when I decided to buy more life insurance from SPJST. Not very scientific, I'll admit, but that's how it happened! On a regular basis, through our sales representatives, through the and Vestnik through our lodge and district meetings, we spread the word that SPJST life insurance is a quality and affordable product that will provide for your loved ones when you die. A simple message — repeated many times over — that appears to have struck a human chord. Multiplying sales and increasing assets have been generating a renewed sense of optimism throughout the Society. Has the message gotten to you? If not, please, take time to evaluate your current SPJST life insurance with your local sales representative. You can also contact the Insurance Department at (800) 727-7575 and they can put you in touch with someone in your area. –SPJST-
"On a regular basis, we spread the word that SPJST life insurance is a quality and affordable product."
SPJST's young leaders will be meeting June 4-6 in Georgetown and Austin for the annual Leaders-inTraining workshop. I've seen the schedule and it's jampacked with fun and exciting teambuilding exercises. Best wishes to all of our young people who will be involved for a fun and productive workshop.
It's Your Call The decision to purchase adequate life insurance coverage is one of life's obligations that people find easy to put off until later. Having a small life insurance certificate in force makes it easier. Knowing that you've got a little insurance is a comforting thought; however, it can offer a false sense of security.
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SPJST's 10-, 20and 3o-year term life insurance plans are designed for those special times in life when you need a lot of insurance coverage at a reasonable cost.
DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - 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 P1NEWAY BLVD., HOUSTON, TX (713) 649-6138 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 2501 TANGLEWILDE NO. 159, HOUSTON, TX 77063 (713) 907-1630 DISTRICT VII - WENDY PRUSKI, 578 FM 1347, STOCKDALE, TX 78160 - (830) 745-2702 - email: wap6564@felpsis.net
SPJST LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575 • P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
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Wednesday, June 2, 2004—VESTNIK/3
FROM THE OFFICE OF SECRETARY-TREASURER
Delegates to the 2004 SPJST Convention Dear Members, The following is a listing of delegates to the 2004 SPJST Convention. The listing reflects our records as of May 28, 2004. Delegates are listed by district, by lodge and alphabetically. Best wishes to you for a productive convention. Fraternally submitted, Lanita Anglin Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer —SPJSTDistrict One Name Mary Ann Guthmann Irene D. Polansky Ann Schoeneman James I. Schoeneman Donnie S. Victorick Janice A. Victorick Richard Edwin Ford Deborah Ann Kostelka Dorothy Ann Rackel Randal A. Gaas Evelyn M. Henry Stanley F Mrnustik Holly Renea Narro Susan D. Skrabanek Martha Louise Trcalek Ben Franklin Trcalek, Jr. Johnnie J. Janak Lillie Mae O'Shields Burdine A. Divin Cecil Herman Dickson Clarence R. Matula Melissa Schram Stephen J. Bliznak Beatrice R. Vasek John Thomas Cannon Linda Helen Cannon Carolyn H. Vavra Charles Allen Munday Elaine Ann Duron Lillie Shupak Clara Susen District Two Name Louise A. Sakewitz Charlsie C. Svetlik Virginia Williams Evelyn Frances Gustafson Jim Victor Mogonye Alexander G. Roehlke Agnes Henrietta Rupp Johnny Joe Vrabel Norma Cavanaugh Leslie Eugene Loessin Rubie Mae Loessin Gilbert Strmiska Robert Hoelscher, Jr. David Wayne Nauert Bernice S. Sebek Brian Allen Vanicek Martha Frances Zavodny Melanie Dawn Zavodny Milton A. Zavodny Edwin Steve Adamek Kathryn N. Adamek Bobby Cecil Eulenfeld Laverne Eulenfeld Carol Diane Green Edwina Lea Jezisek Albin Frank Machu Dorothy J. Markert
Lodge 1 1 9 9 9 13 13 13 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 38 39 51 94 106 141 169 179 186 186 186 189 201 201 201
Lodge 15 15 15 18 18 18 18 18 20 20 20 20 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29
Donna Lea Pasemann Jesse C. Pospisil Frances Annie Tallas Loretta Marie Tate Edmond S. Tate, Jr. Tammy R. Whatley Leroy Jerry Dana Frank Klinkovsky Adeline E. Kohutek Willie E. Kohutek Woodrow E. Marek Edwin Joe Pechal Beth Bravenec Rabroker Gary J. Skrabanek James R. Skrabanek Edwin Joseph Vasicek Bobby Lee Wuensche Ruth Ann Wuensche Gordon L. Brisbin Wilma Dean Brisbin Frank Emil Pajestka Frank E. Pajestka, Jr. Barbara A. Taisler Daryl E. Entrop Daniel J. Kacir George Sidney Kacir Edward J. Reisner Florence J. Reisner Tammy Jane Martinez Theodore Joe Marek Libbie Bartek Kathy C. Fritz Joanne D. Hutka William J. Hutka Rubie M. Bartz David Lynn Oman Irene V. Weidner Joe Robert Miracle James A. Wiest District Three Name William Lewis Heitzman Lydia Mae Dobecka Peggy Elaine Dobecka Barbara Jean Hykel Johnnie R. Krizan Jerry E. Kucera Milton N. Peterson George H. Straten Kay Lynn KovalJohnnie I. Krajca Margaret Ann Krajca Milton W. Martinek Victor F Trojacek Barbara F. Pavelka Carla Virginia Pavelka Gene Edward Pavelka Randy C. Pavelka Anne Mae Emery Mary Lou Mynar Maxine Mae Sefcik Terry Craig Sefcik Wilburn Lee Willis Milan Dujka, Jr. Darlene L. Engelke Diana Lynn Engelke John J. Engelke Debbie Carol Galler Michael Lee Galler George Pauling, Jr. Gladys N. Yates Justine M. Andreason Georgia Hughes Bennie A. Jarma Carlyn Ondrusek Bessie M. Petr Vivian Cheryl Petr
29 29 29 29 29 29 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 48 80 80 80 80 80 87 87 87 87 87 89 155 177 177 177 177 187 187 187 200 221
Lodge 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 25 25 25 25 25 35 35 35 35 54 54 54 54 54 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 84 84 84 84 84 84
Martha Marie Durham Alfred J. Kercho Joe Charles Kozel Kenneth J. Krivanek Mary Ann Krivanek Albert Kubala Helen Faye Kubala Frank L. Prochaska Rudy Gene Paclik Albina Vrla Milton Frank Vrla Jerry Chudej Lawrence W. Laznovsky Mary K. Garrison Anna Ray Johnson Jeanie A. Mason Jerry Benny Milan Mary JoAnn Steinman Rose K. Steinman James Orval Harris Estelle Hurtik Johnny Louis Adamek Daniel A. Roznovsky Norman M. Kneschk District Four Name Sylvia M. Rollwitz William J. Rollwitz Nancy Ann Schwertner Edward Earl Blankenship Jesse George Hajek Mary Jane Michna Stanley R. Broz Charlene Dusek Sharon Joy Hohmann Herman Dewyan Weise Donald G. Williams
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Lodge 49 49 49 73 73 76 160 160 160 160 215
District Five Name Darlene Blinka Willie Mae Kuykendall Winnifred L. Susan Benita E. Walzel Gilbert J. Walzel Ernest F. Anders Margie M. Anders Eugene L. Barcak Georgia M. Barcak Clara A. Broz Johnny Ray Broz Patricia Jean Bruce Fred C. Buri Jo Ann Buri Celestine C. Darilek Rudolph V. Darilek Gladys A. Havemann Helen Fusig Hegwood King Burl Hegwood Antonia 0. Hoffman Roberta Johnson Georgie J. Jurchak Sydney S. Jurchak Carol Anne Liebscher Lowrina A. Lindemann Barbara Marie Linney Edward L. Lorenz Mamie Lorenz Marceil Rosalie Malak Robert A. Martinak Ruth Mabel Martinak Calvin Leslie Orsag Florence Pauline Orsag Dorothy Mae Pflughaupt Josephine Pflughaupt Larry Wayne Pflughaupt Leander Pflughaupt Lynn Alan Pflughaupt Mary Frances Roznovsky Sidney Marie Stayton Arthur J. Stayton, Jr. Edna H. Wehring Linda Fay Wehring Malba N. Smesny Marie M. Stasney
Lodge 81 81 81 81 81 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 91 91
David Sheldon Baldwin, Jr. Lonnie Lamar Lostak Tommie H. Lostak Keith Ray Kieschnick Robert Ray Kieschnick Sidon John Tumis Nancy Gail Whitchurch Darrell A. Vojacek Geraldine Kucera Vicki T. Dressler Josephine Pizzitola Mayfield Robert Dale Mayfield Lillia Mae Peter John Marshall Anderson Kenneth R. Carter Robert Castillo Lynn M. Johnsen Marvin Schulz District Six Name Joseph L. Siptak Margaret A. Smotek Annie Marie Vahalik Helen A. Zabransky Patricia Ann Zabransky Leo Jares Albert E. Olsovsky Everett Paul Kaminsky Glenn Leslie Kaminsky Anton Joseph Kelner Helen Ann Kelner Lisa Annie Bubela Wanda J. Dorotik Karen Sue Kaspar Michael K. Ahlstrom Lois Jean Elles Allen E. Bacak Ardis Ann Bacak James Jerome Bacak Josephine A. Bacak Vlasta C. Bartos Karen C. Holub Sheldon Wayne Holub Lorraine D. Kana Franklin Dale Jurek Elaine Frances Berkovsky Ann Marie Moseley Donald Zabransky Charles W. Garrett Yvonne Garrett Leroy Victor Repka Gay Lynn Thurmond David Edward Zielonka Charles Lynn Bucek David Carl Bucek Madeline Shimek Jo Ann Andel Jerome James Hlavaty Elmer J. Michna Patricia A. Michna District Seven Name Edwin Wallek, Jr. Jerry Louis Elzner Joseph Nemecek Helen Lillian Pavelka Jerry Ed Sijansky Jill J. Sijansky Roxanne Marie Bertrand Wendy Ann Pruski Betty Jurica Frances McDonald Emil E. Matula, Sr. Jarolyn M. Popp Michelle Bridget Popp Louis P. Krupala Monta David Foster Mary Ann Barta Bettie Lou House Lloyd House Tereso Hernandez Jonathan D. Ybarra Bobby Joe Cast —SPJST-
139 139 139 142 142 142 142 156 162 172 172 172 172 191 191 196 196 196
Lodge 4 4 4 4 4 8 23 28 28 28 28 30 30 30 32 32 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 41 63 63 63 97 97 143 148 148 151 151 151 153 153 184 184
Lodge 26 79 79 79 79 79 107 107 117 117 133 133 133 164 185 202 202 202 239 239 247
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Lodge 202, Jourdanton member shares prize-winning cajun cake recipe
Around the State District Six Presents Lifetime Achiever Awards • Part II District Six Spring Meeting Hosted by Lodge 4, Hallettsville • March 14, 2004
JOLENE VOLEK
LEFT PHOTO: District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom makes presentation to Yvonne Machicek of Lodge 32, Victoria. RIGHT
PHOTO: District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom makes presentation to Wayne Spiller of Lodge 32, Victoria.
LEFT PHOTO: District Six Director Ahlstrom makes presentation to Mike Ahlstrom makes presenta- Vlasta Bartos of Lodge 40, El tion to Jerry Kahanek of Lodge Campo-Hillje. Sister Bartos also 40, El Campo-Hillje. RIGHT accepted a plaque on behalf of PHOTO: District Six Director Mike her son, Joseph Bartos.
Jolene is a member of Lodge 24, Cyclone and a graduate of Granger High School. She is the daughter of Frankie and Shirley (Pechal) Volek and the granddaughter of the late Raymond and Levina Pechal and Elizabeth Volek and Frank Volek. Jolene plans to attend college and major in kinesiology and later coach softball, and teach science. —SPJST-
Editor's Note: Please note that Jolene Volek's graduation announcement which appeared in last week's Vestnik, did not list Jolene's parents. The item is reprinted above. Also, if you have a spring graduate that did not appear in last week's issue, take heart, plans are to run "late arrivals" in an upcoming issue. Thank you for your attention.
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LEFT PHOTO: District Six Director District Six Director Mike AhlMike Ahlstrom makes presentation strom makes presentation to to Mary Ann Cerny of Lodge 40, El Dorothy Mader of Lodge 40, El RIGHT PHOTO: Cam po-Hillje. Campo-Hillje.
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It was with great pleasure reading about Lodge 202, Jourdanton Sister Valerie Barta's bake-off winning in the May 12, 2004 edition of the Vestnik. I was recently declared a monthly winner in the spattered, stained, and most-used recipe contest in the San Antonio Express-News. Prize was a cake and pie cookbook containing 250 recipes. My winning entry was a family favorite called Cajun Cake. A friend, Betty Vrana, was kind enough to share it with me in 1987. I make it several times a year for family gatherings, church dinners, bereaved families and a yearly catered party for bird fainters. My family especially Son, Richard, and grandson, Eric, can attest to its goodness. My husband, Lloyd, has named this cake my "filneral cake" because it has been shared with many bereaved families. This very moist cake has great flavor and stays fresh for several days. It's easy to make and freezes well also. Because it's a sturdy cake. It travels well for office potlucks, church dinners, and the like. The recipe is correct; it has no oil or butter in it. Cajun Cake Cake: 2 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 eggs, beaten lightly 2 cups (1 20-ounce can) crushed pineapple in heavy syrup undrained Cake: Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Sift together flour, soda and salt. Add sugar; stir. Add eggs and pineapple in its syrup; beat well. Pour in greased 9x13x2-inch pan. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until done. Spread frosting on warm cake. Frosting: 1 /2 cup butter or margarine 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk 1 cup sugar 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup coconut 1 teaspoon vanilla Frosting: In small saucepan, combine butter, milk and sugar. Bring to a boil; lower heat and boil gently for six minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. (Frosting will be thin.) Add pecans, coconut and vanilla stir. Makes 12 to 24 servings.
LEFT PHOTO: District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom makes presentation to Charles Garrett of Lodge 97, Placedo. RIGH T PHOTO:
Mike ABOVE: District Six Director District Six Director Ahlstrom makes presentation to Mike Ahlstrom makes presentaMadeline Shimek of Lodge 151, tion to David Bucek of Lodge 151, Wharton. Wharton.
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Lodge Letters Section Lodge 1, Fayetteville reports on May meeting On Tuesday, May 18, 2004, SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville held its meeting to discuss organizing a SPJST Youth Club. President Glenn Pflughaupt welcomed SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny from SPJST Home Office and District One Youth Counselor Susan Skrabanek, who came to Fayetteville to explain the youth program and how the entire family can be a part of the fraternal organization. Sales Representative Ron Pflughaupt has volunteered to be youth leader and organize the youth club and help them elect club officers and appoint committee chairmen. This club will give the youth an opportunity to take part in community projects, activities, to demonstrate their creativeness, talents and knowledge. This will also develop their skills, leadership and volunteerism. Susan Skrabanek stated that at the present time, there are five SPJST Youth Clubs in District One and Fayetteville will be number six. The youth club (ages 6 to high school senior) will meet once a month to conduct business, community projects, have socials, attend summer camps, and sports events, contests, etc. A check in the amount of $250 was presented to Youth Leader Pflughaupt to "start up" up the fund for the youth club. The youth members were encouraged to take referral cards and ask their friends to join, and thus would be eligible for $1,000 drawing and two $500 prizes. There were seven youth in attendance at the meeting, and door prizes were awarded to the youth. Refreshments were served. —SPJST-
5, Pilot Point-Tioga cancels meeting Lodge
Attention Members; The Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga meeting of June 6 at the Pilot Point Community Center has been cancelled due to the hall not being available. For information as to the rescheduling of the meeting, please contact Jack Carender (903) 564-7359; or Bill Heitzman (940) 437-5561. Thank you, Jack Carender — SPJST-
Let's hear what your members and lodges are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, c/o SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503
FAX: (254) 774-7447 Email: vanicek@spjst.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578
Welcome Aboard!
Lodge 1, Fayetteville welcomes the following new members. ABOVE: Evan Day and Katherine G. Holloway of Fayetteville. Evan was born June 5, 1999, and Katherine was born June 27, 2002. Parents are Greg and Andria Holloway.
Klinkovsky, who is retiring from that position, thus not seeking re-election. Brother Frank was always a welcome guest at our meeting, and he will be greatly missed. We will once again be hosting the Buckholts reunion honoring the Class of 1954. Please note, that the reunion is not limited to former Buckholts alumni, but for everyone whoever lived in the area. It is a great way to once again, connect with friends from long ago. On May 21, I attended my grandson, Thomas Weatherford's, graduation exercise from Highland Park High School, Dallas. There were 480 in his class. His Vogel cousins, John Paul and Stephen, were also present. All three are members of Lodge 130, Dallas while their mothers are members of Lodge 15. John Paul has a summer job as clerk at the Court of Criminal Appeals in Austin. We are enjoying a beautiful spring because of rains coming all along at the right time. It seems every tree, shrub or flower is trying to outdo each other as to which is the greenest, the lushest. Every year some flower or shrub outdoes all others, and this is also true of this year. I think the photenias won it hands down. I have never seen it covered more densely by their red tips. It is a sight to behold. Fraternally yours, Hilda Kuzel Burtis Reporter — SPJST-
23, Moravia meets June 8 Lodge
Attention Members and Friends, Due to the convention being on our meeting date, we will meet on June 8, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. Hope to see you there. Fraternally, Albert Olsovsky, President —SPJST-
LEFT PHOTO: Bowyn Ciarra Bauer of Fayetteville was born September 19, 1993. Parents are Freddie and Cheryl Bauer. RIGHT PHOTO: Landon John Urban of Waelder was born August 17, 2002. Parents are Ted and Stacia Urban.
35, Elk reports on May meeting Lodge
On May 2, 2004 the meeting of Lodge 35, Elk was called to order by
Lodge 39, Bryan welcomes new member Lodge 39, Bryan is proud to welcome as new one of its newest members, Keira Oakeson. She was born November 19, 2003. Her parents are Kenneth Oakeson and Leslie Oakeson. Keira is insured thanks to her great-grandmother, Ruth Kolbasinski. Submitted by, Lillie 0' Shields — SPJST-
Keira Oakeson
President Randy Pavelka. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by the members. On the sick list were Martha Mladenka and Edwin and Helen Holub. Hope you are all feeling better by now. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes from the April meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave her report. The chairpersons made their reports. Due to the SPJST Convention, Lodge 35 is not going to have a meeting on June 13. It would make the delegates too late for the convention. It starts June 13. Our delegates are Randy and Carla Pavelka, and Gene and Barbara Pavelka. Next Meeting July 11 Our next meeting will be July 11 at 3 p.m. The delegates will tell about the convention. Hope you will come to hear them. Fraternally, Dorothy Banik — SPJST —
LEFT PHOTO: Kim M. Krebs of Fayetteville, born March 22, 1989. Parents are Terri Krebs and Glendale Krebs.
Lodge 15, Buckholts reports on April meeting The April meeting was held on schedule with two guests present. The first was Mary Krivanitz who spoke on behalf of her candidacy for re-election as Mayor of Buckholts. The other was District Two Director Frank
Lodge 6 Lifetime Achiever Lucille Sulak receives Lifetime Achiever Award from Lodge 6, Cottonwood officers, from left, President Johnnie Krizan, Second Vice President Milton Peterson and First Vice President Ray Perez. The award was presented at the lodge's May meeting.
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Lodge 63, Sweet Home to honor 50-year members June 6 Lodge 63, Sweet Home will hold its June meeting on June 6, 2004 at the Queen of Peace Parish Hall in Sweet Home beginning at 12 noon. A happy hour will be followed by a beef stew dinner provided by the lodge. Members are asked to bring the dessert. Following the meal, a business meeting will be conducted. Items to be discussed will be the benefit dinner that we hosted in April and also the upcoming state convention. Various committees will present their reports. Our June meeting has traditionally been the social where we honor our 50year members. We have several who are eligible to receive their pins and we hope they will be able to attend. Please note the change from our usual third Sunday meeting because Father's Day falls on that date. Come out to Sweet Home on June 6 and enjoy the fellowship and a great meal. See you then. Fraternally, Elaine Berkovsky FAC/Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 47, Seaton invites everyone to June 6 picnic Mark your calendars now and make plans to be at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall on Sunday, June 6 and join in the fun of the annual lodge picnic. The lodge is located five miles east of Temple, on Highway 53. Fried chicken and homemade sausage plates with all the trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Plates to go will also be available and hamburgers will be served from 2 p.m. till ? The dedication of the historical marker is scheduled for 1 p.m. As an added attraction, this year's picnic will also feature an antique display. As always, there will be games for all ages, free musical entertainment, a bake sale and auction. The auction starts at 4 p.m. Your past and present patronage is always appreciated. — SPJST-
Lodge 47, Seaton clean-up June 5; picnic June 6 Dear Brothers and Sisters, Just a reminder that the picnic is set for Sunday, June 6. The usual clean-up will be Saturday, June 5 so be prepared with hoes, rakes, wheelbarrows, etc. to pick little branches and litter from the grounds, etc. from 7 a.m. until ? done. If you have been asked to work, I hope you said yes to this chairperson. One person can't do it him or herself.
We will start serving at 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plates sold for $6.50 with dessert and coffee or tea to be eaten at Star Hall or taken home. It will include homemade sausage, fried chicken and the trimmings. Later serving 4 to 6 p.m. So leave the cooking to Lodge 47 that day and enjoy the fellowship of being with friends and neighbors you haven't seen in a while or maybe meet someone new. Members are asked to bring bingo items, sweets for the sweet booth, bundt cakes or other desserts for the plates and items for the auction also. So be making plans to be there to contribute your part. Music will be provided by the Praha Brothers Band from 1 to 4 p.m. Auction at 4 p.m. Drawing for the prizes after the auction. Hamburgers and french fries will be available from 2 p.m. until ? — so you don't have to go home hungry. Drinks will be available from noon until you go home. All games bingo, etc., children's and adults starting at 1 p.m. The youth club will have children's games set up, too. For a fun day, be sure to attend the Seaton Star Hall picnic at Lodge 47, Seaton, Sunday, June 6. Note: The next meeting is on Tuesday, June 1 at 7 p.m. Ice cream social at 6:30 p.m. with cookies or cake. Bring your favorite ice cream flavor, and cookies or cake to share with others. Sounds good, already! Yummy! Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal, Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 81, Needville reports on May meeting Dear Readers, On May 16, 2004, the SPJST Lodge 81 of Needville, met for its monthly social and meeting. At 12 p.m., District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom gave a prayer of thanks, and all enjoyed a meal of potluck with delicious side dishes and desserts. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything done in the kitchen. A big thanks goes to everyone who brought all of the meats, side dishes and desserts. At 1 p.m., Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall opened the meeting. Darlene Blinka led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll call except Vincent Newman and Jeanette Newman. They had to attend the graduation of their daughter, Cheryl, from the University of Houston. Added to our sick list are: Eddie Pieper and Gladys Janczak. We all wish you a speedy recovery. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her report. There were no corrections so they were approved as read. Next, Treasurer Benita Walzel read her report. It was also approved as read. Then, Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel read his report. It was also approved as read. After all the reports were read, we unanimously voted in new member, James Wenzel. We would like to welcome him to our lodge. Please feel free to come visit us soon. Under old business, Bradley
Stavinoha reported that he delivered the three Czech books to the Needville High School library. Thank you, Bradley. Under new business, District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom gave a few words. It was nice for you and your wife, Kathy, to visit us. Come see us again, soon. Under other business, the scholarship committee decided on three recipients this year. Those seniors are Miranda Wiles, Melissa Vallet, and Hailey Leus. Congratulations, and keep up the good work! Since there was no other business to discuss, we drew our door prizes. Winners this month were Willie Mae Kuykendall, Milton Blinka, Darlene Blinka, and Alvin Blinka. Congratulations to these winners! For our next meeting on June 20, 2004, it was decided to have capon, sausage, and dressing. Members, please remember to bring a side dish and dessert. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter — SPJST-
Lodge 84, Dallas reports on May meeting Dear Members, Our Flag Bearer Wanda Petr was in the hospital so President Justine Yeager asked Sister Lynda Novak to lead us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. We also stood a moment remembering our other officers and members who were unable to attend because of being hospitalized. Financial Secretary Carlyn Ondrusek, FAC Faye Rejcek, and Brother Emil Mancell— we missed all of you at the meeting. Hopefully, all are resting comfortably. Several members were sent get well cards—Brothers Leonard Baleja and Rusty Sims and Sisters Debby Jarma, Faye Rejcek, Jeraldine Becan, Carlyn Ondrusek, and Bessie Tydlaska. A congratulation card was sent to Brother and Sister Reyna Kettrey who have a new baby to love. In April during our 94th anniversary, our 50-year members were honored and received their 50-year pins. Those not present are being sent their pins. There was one member we were unable to locate—Brother Roy Haines. However, thanks to Brother Fred Schaerdel who attended the 94th celebration. He was able to remember and locate this 91 year old gentleman in a rest home and visit him. Brother Haines wrote a letter to Secretary Cheri Petr saying that since moving to the rest home, he left no forwarding address or phone number, but was delighted to hear from the SPJST having purchased insurance at the age of 41 from the late Brother Emil Petr. His 50-year pin will be sent to him. District Three Director Johnnie Krizan presented the members present with their pins, and we thank him. Present and introduced by Brother and Sister Joe Klecka were three doctors visiting from Czechoslovakia. Afterward, the Czechs were surrounded by many members who had just
returned or were planning a trip to their country this year. Brother John Becan was introduced and presented a gift certificate for being selected as Fraternalist of the Year from Lodge 84. We thank the Czech Concert Orchestra for entertaining everyone whether dancing or just listening to that wonderful music. Last, but not least, President Yeager thanked all who helped by working or bringing pastry to make the 94th anniversary a day to bring young and older members together for Sunday afternoon. It was nice. We congratulate Sisters Faye Rejcek, Bessie Petr, and Justine Pokladnik receiving Lifetime Achievement plaques. These three members are truly deserving of this honor. Congratulations! The Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council meets to have dinner on June 7 at 7 p.m. Lodge 84 members planning to attend bring pastry to be served with the dinner. Sister Bessie Petr of the Czech Culture Society announced the day that the different cultures meet is October 3. The House Committee members have been busy repairing and replacing the air conditioning—to cool as you dance—and the lighting. The hard workers are Brothers John Becan, George Reznik, and Adolph Salac. Thanks to you three. The parking lot has been leveled and gravel spread, and if you played washers during the District Three Spring Meeting, we have Brother Ben Jarma to thank for the sand that was needed for this project. June 21 at 7:30 p.m. is when our next lodge meeting will be held. Please come. Rose Scott, Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 139, Danbury invites seniors to apply for lodge scholarships Dear Readers, Please note that high school seniors can still turn in applications for scholarships until June 15, 2004. Applicants must have been a member of Lodge 139 for the four years they were in high school. For any other information contact: Lorenda Baldwin County Rd. 47 Angleton, Texas 77515 Please call (979) 922-1279 if you have any related questions. Fraternally, Winnie Stefka, Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 142, Houston reports on May meeting On Sunday, May 16, 2004 at 2:35 p.m., President Keith Kieschnick called our meeting to order following our meal at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, June 2, 2004—VESTNIKI7 We had 25 members and eight visitors at our meeting. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers was given, and all were present except Flag Bearer Chris Schleider. The minutes were read by Secretary Alice Jochen and approved as read. All officers and committee reports were given. Sick members were Dorothy Tumis, who was an out-patient. Here's hoping all were feeling better at this time. Visitors were recognized. Visiting were District Five Director Larry Pflughaupt, District Five State Field Representative Lynn Johnsen, and Editor Brian Vanicek from our Home Office. These visitors spoke to our members at the meeting. Birthday for May was Maria Limon. Celebrating anniversaries were Chuck and Nancy Whitchurch, and Sidon and Rosie Tumis. The capsule prize went unclaimed due to the absence of Adrienne Grobelny, Mike Suther, and Eric Majowitz. Five cash prizes went to Keith Kieschnick, Alice Jochen, Frank Tumis, Elmo Walther, and Sidon Tumis. Four refreshment prizes went to H.R. Hermis, Ruth Kieschnick, Nancy Whitchurch, and Bernice Walther. The meeting adjourned. The next meeting is at 2 p.m. on June 6; meal at 1 p.m. Submitted by, Alice Jochen, Secretary — SPJST-
151, Wharton meets June 7 Lodge
Dear Members: The June meeting will be held on June 7, 2004 with social beginning at 6:30 p.m. The date has been changed due to the SPJST Convention on our regular meeting night. Plan to attend Monday June 7. Fraternally, Rita J. Vanek, FAC — SPJST-
200, Bruceville-Eddy invites members to apply for lodge scholarships Lodge
Dear Readers, Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy met on Wednesday, May 12, 2004. President Bob Miracle opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and welcomed a distinguished visitor, District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky. Secretary-Treasurer Linda Roming presented the minutes and financial reports for action. New members accepted were John B. Chaney, III, and Benjamin D. Kerr. Some of our members were of the opinion that we had been blessed with very positive financial resources and that we should share some of our resources by opening up scholarship applications for qualifying members of Lodge 200. After discussion, it was decided to initially offer two scholarships of $250 each and the lodge reserves the option of increasing that
Lodge 186 Lifetime Achiever District One Director Donnie Victorick presents Lifetime Achiever Award to Carolyn Vavra of Lodge 186, Caldwell. number depending on the number and quality of applicants. Applicants must be a member of Lodge 200 and must be a graduating senior or currently enrolled in college. The application deadline is June 30. To obtain an application, contact Linda Roming (254) 859-5812; or write her at P.O. Box 10, Eddy, Texas 76520. Complete requirements will be included in the application. According to information from Vice President Gene McBride, Lodge 200 now has 175 members and 205 certificates. Director Klinkovsky gave a report to those present and discussed membership data and growth of the lodge. He reported that our lodge will have 130 votes at the upcoming Convention. He noted some interesting information. Lodge 200 has over $7.9 million dollars of insurance in force which he concluded was an average of $40,000 per certificate which is somewhat more than most lodges. We are proud to be at high end of this scale. Brother Frank also gave us an informal report on planned Convention activities. Members indicated they were very happy to have Frank visit us. In other business, it was decided to come to the aid of the Bruceville-Eddy Senior Citizens group by donating $50 for their electric utility bills. The next meeting was set for June 2 at 6:30 p.m. Looking forward to seeing you all at the Convention. Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Reporter —SPJST-
204, Stephenville reports on May meeting Lodge
The members of Lodge 204, Stephenville meet at the Koffee Kup Restaurant on Sunday, May 16, 2004. There was a discussion about the ByLaw changes coming up at the convention in June. We also made the final plans for the picnic in the Hico City Park on Saturday, June 26. There will be a short meeting and a lot of fun for everybody. This is the first picnic for the members of Lodge 204, Stephenville and
hope all of you members can attend. So everyone remember, Saturday, June 26 at 4 p.m. n Hico City Park. On Thursday, the 20th, Gracie and I attended the District Three Delegates meeting where the members discussed the changes in the By-Laws and the changes coming up in the convention in June. By the time of our picnic, the convention will over, and I will have a update on the convention and what happened. Looking forward to seeing all of you at the picnic. Norman M. Kneschk Secretary/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST-
Club Sisters of Lodge 88, Houston report on May meeting Birthday
The meeting was started at 11:15 a.m. by President Marie Stayton with the repeating of the Pledge of Allegiance by Ernest Anders. Prayer was by Mary Kippner. Secretary Bette Hurta had the roll call with 19 members. She read the minutes and passed. Vice President Evelyn Zajicek asked for kitchen helpers. They are Pauline Traylor and Almeida Bravenec. This is the month we are having sandwiches. Nobody cooks for the month of June, July, and August. Cake bakers for the month of June are Ellen Miculka, Edna Wehring, and Marie Stayton. Sunshine Committee Mary Kosut was absent. Bessie Dewer sent cards to John Kosut and Evelyn Gutkowski. Thank you, Bessie. The treasurer's reported was by Lowrina Lindemann. Mary Quider was absent. Ticket Chairman Bessie Dewer thanked everyone for the nice things that they bring for the table. We sang, "Happy Birthday" to Flo Orsag, Josephine Buri, Margie Anders, Lydia Marsh, and Louise Jacob. Happy birthday to all of you. Old business—The trip to Austin is still on. May 19 is the day. New business — Homecoming is June 6 at Lodge 88. Ladies, don't forget to bring your favorite cake to the homecoming or you can bring pies, or kolaches. We will need help wrapping the cakes and pies starting at 9:30 a.m. Calcutta was won by Louise Jacob, Lowrina Lindemann, and Bessie Dewer. Marie Pokluda sends her love to the birthday sisters. Fraternally, Evelyn N. Zajicek Vice President —SPJST-
Sewing Circle reports on May meeting Ennis
The Ennis Sewing Circle met on May 13, 2004 with 22 members present and four guests — Betty Landsfeld, Jerry Kohn, Ernest Machovsky, and Robert Cunningham. President Sadie
Kubin called the meeting to order, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and a moment of silence was held in memory of Frankie Vrla, husband of one of our members, Marie Vrla. The minutes were read by Vlasta Laznovsky, and the treasurer's report was given by Lillie Kosarek. Both were approved as read. Vlasta Laznovsky read a thank you card from Ella Mae Zmolek, thanking us for the card and money gift she received following her surgery. We were all happy to see her. She is doing just fine. Vlasta also thanked everyone for all the cards she received after the passing of her sister Libbie Smith. Eleanora Pelzel had cards for all to sign for Annie Vrana's birthday on May 31 and a sympathy card for Marie Vrla in her loss. Eleanora also announced and the singing of "Happy Birthday" went out to our May celebrants—Ella Mae Zmolek, Evelyn Slovak, Betty Steagall, Dorothy Prachyl, and Annie Vrana. Rosie Bednar thanked everyone who worked on her quilt last month and made a nice donation of money to the club. Our quilters, Frances Vinkler, Eleanora Pelzel, Geraldine Zhanel, Bessie Laznovsky, Geraldine Volek, Rosie Bednar, Mildred Krajca, Lillie Kosarek, and myself quilted another beautiful quilt for Bertha Podhrasky. The top was made by her mother. In June, we will quilt for Dorothy Prachyl. Our elephant sale that will be held in July was discussed. No quilt will be quilted that month, and we will gather around 10 a.m. We were all happy to meet Libbie Vrla's guest, Betty Landsfeld. I have heard many nice things about her. We hope she can join us again soon. Donations were made to the club in memory of Libbie Smith by Adell Vlk, Lillie Kosarek, and Georgie Morales and in memory of Frankie Vrla by Libbie Vrla, Dorothy Prachyl, Lillie Kosarek, and Georgie Morales. Little gifts were exchanged and enjoyed by all. The door prize was brought by Mildred Krajca and won by Betty Landsfeld. As Betty is not a member yet and was Libbie's guest, then Libbie will bring the door prize next month. We had a delicious lunch as always. Thank you, ladies, thank you clean-up crew, and thank you, quilters. I am sending hello to all who were unable to attend and hope you can make it next month. President Sadie announced our next meeting will be June 10 and she adjourned the meeting. Other News Bertha Podhrasky had a guest while at the meeting—her darling granddaughter, Autumn Hambrick, came to see her. Bertha was also reminding everyone to start planning for the Czech Heritage Day on October 3 held in the African-American Museum at the State Fair in Dallas. We were all happy for Sylvia Laznovsky and her friend, Betty Gillespie, who will be going to the Czech Republic on June 12 and return on June 27. They will be visiting relatives and seeing all the sights. Dorothy Kudrna's grandson, Ty Kudrna, will be getting married to (Continued on page 11.)
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SPJST Presents 2004 Scholarship and Grant Recipients SPJST is proud to introduce its 2004 SPJST Scholarship and Leadership Grant recip- who will be attending college this fall. Congratulations to all of these $1,000 SPJST ients. The following pages include photographs and brief outlines of those students scholarship and leadership grant recipients for a job well done.
FRESHMAN - GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Brett Eugene Adamcik: Alief Taylor High School; son of Neal Adamcik and Carol Adamcik; Lodge 88, Houston; Texas A&M University - Electrical Engineering. Nicole Renee Alexander: Bellville High School; daughter of James Robert Alexander and Cynthia Jane Alexander; Lodge 88, Houston; Texas A&M University - Biomedical Sciences. Heather Nicole Blaha: El Campo High School; daughter of Calvin J. and Lennie H. Blaha; Lodge 30, Taiton; Texas A&M University - Business/Accounting. Sarah Elizabeth Crotty: Holy Trinity Catholic High School; daughter of Michael and Lori Crotty; Lodge 80, Holland; University of Dallas - Pre-Med Major/English Minor. Amy Elizabeth DeNuzzio: Wells High School; daughter of Deborah Marie DeNuzzio and Domenick DeNuzzio; Lodge 66, Waco; University of Texas - Biochemistry. Lauren Nicole Ferrero: West High School; daughter of Larry and Suzanne Ferrero; Lodge 54, West; Stephen F. Austin State University - Social Work. Jaime Lauren Gerik: Columbus High School; daughter of Thomas and Shannan Gerik; Lodge 1, Fayetteville; University of Texas - Speech Communications/Broadcasting. Joseph David Greive: Sacred Heart High School; son of Gary Edwin Greive and Denise Jeannine Greive; Lodge 133, San Antonio; Texas A&M University - Aerospace Engineering. Daniel Glen Haskovec: Ennis High School; son of Ronald and Karen Haskovec; Lodge 25, Ennis; Texas A&M University - Environmental Design. Ana Marie Hejny: LBJ High School; daughter of Don and Margaret Hejny; Lodge 135, Ennis; St. Edward's University Drama. Amy Michele Hlavaty: Yorktown High School; daughter of Jerome James Hlavaty, Jr. and Margaret Clare Hlavaty; Lodge 153, LaSalle; St. Edward's University Pre-Med/English. Hallie Jo Horelka: Industrial High School; daughter of Calvin and Georgia Horelka; Lodge 32, Victoria; Texas A&M University - Clinical Psychology.
Jacob William Kalina: Miles High School; son of Curtis and Donna Kalina; Lodge 49, Rowena; Texas A&M University - Civil Engineering. Andrew Charles Lehoski: Cedar Park High School; son of Patrick and Cynthia Lehoski; Lodge 142, Houston; University of Texas - Engineering. Whitney Renee Matus: West High School; daughter of Kathleen Marie Matus; Lodge 54, West; Tarleton State University - History/Teaching. Recipient of the Otto Hanus Scholarship. Erin Michelle Miller: A&M Consolidated High School; daughter of Jay and Angeline Miller; Lodge 183, Arlington; University of Texas - Music Education/Composition.
Jennifer Marie Pace: Karnes City High School; daughter of Herron Clay Pace and Belinda Marie Pace; Lodge 93, Hobson; Texas A&M University - Mechanical Engineering-Technology Katherine Grace Parrott: Klein High School; daughter of Bonnie Cox Hill; Lodge 88, Houston; University of Missouri - Journalism. Justin Ray Rossi: Dripping Springs High School; son of Wayne H. Rossi and Kathy R. Rossi; Lodge 66, Waco; University of Texas - Journalism; Recipient of the Otto Hanus Scholarship. Travis Wayne Wanoreck: Eden High School; son of Wayne and Becky Smetana, and Eugene Wanoreck, Jr.; Lodge 160, San Angelo; Texas A&M University - Ag Engineer.
One of the benefits that the SPJST makes available to its members is a competitive scholarship program. The Scholarship/Grant Program is meant to encourage and assist younger members to further their education and to help them achieve career goals.
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SPJST General Scholarships were established in 1982 for all SPJST members. General Scholarships are funded by the Supreme Lodge and voluntary contributions by SPJST members. Accordingly, the more funds available, the more scholarships awarded. Once again, congratulations to all of this year's winners for a job well done! FRESHMAN - GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Marshall Allen Whitney: Comanche High School; son of Robert and Laurie Whitney; Lodge 154, Fort Worth; Tarleton State University - Mechanical Engineering. Whitney Lynn Williams: Denton High School; daughter of Monte Winfred Williams and Diedre Shaw Williams; Lodge 15, Buckholts; Tarleton State University - Animal Breeding/Genetics.
.41 On an annual basis, the SPJST also presents several Memorial Scholarships made possible through the generosity of members and others who have endowed scholarships in the name of a loved one. This year, the following everlasting scholarships were presente Sid Pokladnik Scholarship to Stacey Coker • Nick A. Morris Scholarship to Kevin Schiller Otto Hanus Scholarship to Renee Matus • Otto Hanus Scholarship to Matthew Strmiska Otto Hanus Scholarship to Justin Rossi UNDERGRADUATE - GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Benjamin Michael Brower: Brazoswood High School; son of Michael Robert Brower and Carolyn Fay-Barta Brower; Lodge 160, San Angelo; University of Texas Chemical Engineering. Lori Danielle Cockrell: West High School; daughter of Sherry Ann Cockrell; Lodge 54, West; McLennan Community College - Undecided. Stacy Jean Coker: Lake Highlands High School; daughter of Ron and Linda Coker; Lodge 84, Dallas; Texas A&M University (currently attending) - Commerce. Recipient of the Sid Pokladnik Scholarship. Jacob Ryan Dearing: Aledo High School; son of Joe and Amanda Dearing; Lodge 92, Fort Worth; Texas Lutheran University - Business Administration.
Crystal Lynn Debbendener: West High School; daughter of Dennis James Debbendener and Deborah Leona Debbendener; Lodge 54, West; McLennan Community College - Psychology Major/ Business Minor. Emma Carrasco: Odessa High School; daughter of the late S.D. and Erlinda Carrasco; Lodge 160, San Angelo; University of Texas - Communications. Lauren Denise Forrest: Coldspring-Oakhurst High School; daughter of Laurie Forrest and Dennis Forrest; Lodge 227, Onalaska; Vanessa Renee Tarleton State University - Nursing. Griffin: S.H. Rider High School; daughter of Karen Waddle and Wesley Griffin; Lodge 76, Wichita Falls; Midwestern State University - Early Elementary Education/Early Childhood/Fourth Grade. Stacy Renee Horak: Caldwell High School; daughter of Albin Frank Horak, Jr. and Barbara Ann Horak; Lodge 13, Dime Box; Texas A&M University - Biology. Marie Diane Ibarra: North Mesquite High School; daughter of William Joseph Ibarra and Dianna Lynn Ibarra; Lodge 76, Wichita Falls; Midwestern State University - English. Andrew Michael Kidwiler: Cy-Fair High School; son of Peggy and Mike Kidwiler; Lodge 196, Houston-West; North Harris Montgomery Community College District/Texas State University - Resource/Environmental Studies. Susan Elizabeth Koenig: El Campo High School; daughter of Gregory Kenneth Koenig and Carol Ann Koenig; Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; Wharton County Junior College - Secondary Education.
Hats off to this year's recipients! Nice going, ladies and gentlemen! You've worked hard for this. We admire your successes, and look forward to watching your future endeavors take off and hit the heights. Good Luck!
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• UNDERGRADUATE - GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Monica Anne McKinney: Ross S. Sterling High School; daughter of Richard Micheal McKinney and Cynthia Ann Wotipka; Lodge 91, Crosby; Stephen E Austin State University - Hospitality. Barry Ray Meier: Troy High School; son of Otis Meier and Nancy Meier; Lodge 66, Waco: Temple College/UMHB - Computer Information Systems. Kara Marie Morrisey: East Central High School; daughter of Robert Alan Morrisey and Cheryl Ann Morrisey, Lodge 107, Floresville; University of Texas, San Antonio - Biology. William Wayne Palasota: Waco High School; son of William and Theresa Palasota; Lodge 66, Waco; Texas A&M University - Animal Science. Sarah Frances Polasek: Bryan High School; daughter of James Alvin and Geraldine Vivian Polasek; Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station; Texas A&M University Marketing. Karen Lynette Popp: New Braunfels High School; daughter of Robert Raymond Popp, Jr. and Jarolyn Marie Popp; Lodge 133, San Antonio; Texas State University - Chemistry. Kevin David Schiller: Westwood High School; son of David Russell Schiller and Mary Colleen Schiller; Lodge 47, Seaton; University of Texas, Austin - Psychology/Sociology. Recipient of the Nick A. Morris Scholarship. Robyn Nicole Spurgeon: St. John Catholic School; daughter of Earl Rex Spurgeon, Jr. and Donna Joyce Honza Spurgeon; Lodge 25, Ennis; Texas A&M University- Psychology. Matthew Thomas Strmiska: Holy Trinity Catholic High School; son of Thomas and Cynthia Strmiska; Lodge 47, Seaton; St. Edward's University - Graphic Design. Recipient of the Otto Hanus Scholarship. Justin Lee Tegge: Bridge City High School; son of Melvin Russell Tegge and Bonnie Ann Tegge; Lodge 48, Beyersville; St. Edward's University - Business/Finance. Kristen Nicole Tepera: Monticello High School; daughter of James and Kay Tepera; Lodge 79, Corpus Christi; University of Arkansas - Bachelors of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology, major/Speech Communication, minor. Adam Clay Thornton: Daingerfield High School; son of James and Darlene Thornton; Lodge 88, Houston; Texas A&M University - Kinesiology/Exercise Science. Katherine Lee Whitney: Comanche High School; daughter of Robert and Laurie Whitney; Lodge 154, Fort Worth; Howard Payne University - Christian Studies/Missions.
SPJST Scholarship and Leadership Grant Winners
Kenneth Lynn Drake, II: Rosebud-Lott High School; son of Kenneth and Monica Drake; Lodge 80, Holland; Texas State Technical College - Digital Media Design. Chad Coleman Everett: A&M Consolidated High School; son of Omer L. Everett, Jr. and Franki Dianna Everett; Lodge 39, Bryan; ITT Technical Institute Computer and Electronics Engineering Technology. Randall Joseph Trojacek: Ennis High School; son of Victor F. Trojacek and Linda M. Trojacek; Lodge 25, Ennis; Texas State Technical Institute - Welding.
TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Kirby Elaine Bubela: El Campo High School; daughter of Gregory Paul Bubela and Lisa Annie Bubela; Lodge 30, Taiton; Wharton County Junior College Horticulture/Landscape. Dawn Marie Sedita-Capps: Temple High School; daughter of Frank Russell Capps and Pamela Dawn Sedita Capps; Lodge 87, Temple; Tarleton State University - Wildlife Management. Ashley Lynn Coots: Rogers High School; daughter of Terry Dale and Penny Lynn Coots; Lodge 24, Cyclone; Texas A&M University - Nutritional Sciences. Chet Edward Silvin Dluhos: El Campo High School; son of Maurice John Dluhos and Alice Sue Dluhos; Lodge 30, Taiton; Sam Houston University - Architectural/Piping Engineering.
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TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Mechelle Nance Flores: Elgin High School; daughter of Joyce Marie Bowen Nelson and Rick Flores; Lodge 18, Elgin; Austin Community College/Texas A&M University - Veterinary Medicine. Alicia LaDonna Ford: Dime Box High School; daughter of Kenneth and Ray Ann Ford; Lodge 13, Dime Box; Texas A&M University - Horticulture/Landscaping Architecture. Erin Kasey Hughes: Caldwell High School; daughter of Todd and Carol Hughes; Lodge 186, Caldwell; Texas A&M University - History. Kyle Henry Kaspar: El Campo High School; son of Leroy and Karen Kaspar; Lodge 30, Taiton; Texas A&M University - Civil Engineering. Keri Ethel Rife: Dime Box High School; daughter of Ethel Spence, Kendall Rife; Lodge 13, Dime Box; Austin School of Massage - Massage Therapy.
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Sarah Ratliff on June 12. Best wishes to them. Bessie Laznovsky's granddaughter, April Hamilton will graduate May 21 and will be attending Navarro College in the fall. Lillie Kosarek's grandson, Ben Kosarek, will also graduate in Waco and will attend Texas A&M. Congratulations to them both. Dorothy Prachyl and husband, Wesley, visited in Galveston with their daughter, Cathy Cole and family from Illinois. Cathy and her family were there for a reunion with friends. They all had a wonderful time. A beautiful letter was read honoring Alvin Jerry Elsik that was received from Washington, D.C. It was honoring him for serving in World War II and was submitted by his sister, Ruth Elsik Jurica. He enlisted in the service October 8, 1941 at Fort Sill, Oklahoma; attended boot camp at Camp Collan in California; served in Iceland, England, France, Belgium, and Germany. He received the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with three bronze service stars and good conduct medal. He was discharged on October 20, 1945. It is always so nice to hear about someone who served their country so well. I don't want to call any names, but have heard we have a pecan pie thief amongst us. So next time, we have pecan pie, be careful it does not disappear from your plate. Just kidding! Pete and I attended our 53rd class reunion on May 22. We really had a wonderful time seeing everyone. We even talked some Czech. The event was planned by Carol Hejny. She did a great job. My grandkids, Calleigh and Tanner, are counting days till school is out. They are playing ball which Pete and I enjoy watching. So till next month, June 10, stay well and happy. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST-
Reunions Krizan Family You are invited to the Krizan Family Reunion, Saturday, Saturday, June 5 at SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Hall. Take FM 2114 east for three miles, then turn right on Czech Hall Road and go one-half mile. Registration at 10:30 a.m. with baked chicken lunch at noon. Please bring a vegetable side dish or dessert. Brief meeting at 1 p.m. followed by trivia game and auction. Please bring an auction item. For more information, please call (254) 826-3681, (817) 468-9345, or (972) 258-8768. Submitted by, Ruth Krizan — SPJST-
Krenek/Shupak Families The Krenelc/Shupak families will hold their reunion on Sunday, June 6 at Frenstat Hall on FM 2774, Burleson County. The hall will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please bring potluck dishes of your choice. Coffee, tea, ice, and paper products will be furnished. Submitted by, Jo Pruett — SPJSTLamza Family The 16th annual Lamza family reunion will be held on Saturday, June 12 at the KC Hall at 3081 E. Highway 90A in Shiner, Texas. Registration and visiting begin at 10 a.m. A meal will be served at 12 noon followed by a meeting and an auction. The cost of the meal is $6 for adults and children. Dessert is not included in the meal so we ask that each family bring a dessert. Prizes will be awarded, and an auction will be held immediately after the meal and meeting. The donation of an auction item would be greatly appreciated. You are also encouraged to bring polka music, and a musical instrument to entertain the group • Recreational
items such as dominoes, cards and outdoor games are also welcome. Don't forget to bring photos, newspaper articles, or other news of family members to the reunion. For information, call Kathy Johnson (361) 798-1466; or (361) 772-2113.
Filipp Family Sunday, June 13, the 50th Filipp family reunion will be held at the KC Hall in Moulton, Texas. Barbecue brisket/sausage meal will be catered. Just bring your favorite dessert. RSVP required. Door collections: $7/family, $5/couple, $3/single and each guest. Music by a DJ. We would appreciate donations for a toy walk, door prizes, or raffle prizes. Also, please bring any Filipp family pictures of the past. For more info, contact Ellamarie Filipp, P.O. Box 143, Danbury, Texas 77534; (979) 922-1524; or Dolores Scott (361) 5967490. Thank you very much. Fraternally, Ellamarie Filipp —SPJSTKotrla Family It is that time of year when we are making plans for the Kotrla family reunion. We hope you are all ready, too. It will be on June 12 at the VFW Hall (kitchen room) in Weimar, Texas and will begin at 12 p.m. The meal will be served at 1 p.m. This year we are going to have sausage and brisket. It will not be catered. If you can, bring your favorite salad, veggie, dessert, or snacks to go with the meat. Also bring your own drinks (BYOB), tea, and coffee will be provided. Please inform all family members. If you would like, bring a gift for a door prize. Please RSVP by June 5 if possible (281) 422-4007. Hope to see you there. Gladys Kotrla — SPJST-
June 5 Stojanik-Kubala-Pavlasekfamilies—at Pospisil-Skrhak Bartlett Town Hall, 140 West Clark Street, Bartlett, Texas. For information, call Monica Stojanik-Neal (512) 859-2593; or Irene Cavanaugh (254) 527-3205. June 6 Sefcik-Kubin families—at the New Tabor Brethren Church Fellowship Hall. For more info, call Georgia Sefcik Fritsche (979) 778-7052. June 6 Descendants of Joseph, Frank, Vincent, Thomas, Emilie, William Darilek —at the KC Hall, Moulton, For information, call Texas. Raymond Darilek (361) 596-4445. June 12 Adamek-Lutonsky families—at the Old Lutonsky home place, 1800 CR 405. For information, contact Georgia Ann Kelley (325) 942-6567; or email ghkell@cox.net. June 12 Elzner family—at the Comfort Inn Seawall, Galveston. For reservations, call (409) 762-1166 and ask for Elzner reunion. For golf info, call Tim Elzner (409) 943-5445; or via email TLELZ1232AOL.COM . June 13 Belicek family—at the Senior Activity Center, 210 East Salty Street, Thorndale. If you have questions, please contact Bill Hodon (512) 251-5201; or via email at: bdhodon@msn.com . June 19 Shiller-Hejl families—at SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville. For further information, call Eileen J. Shiller (512) 496-1496; or (512) 856-2205. August 1 Descendants of the late John, Vaclav, Frank, Josef, Anton, Mary (Chapek) and Annie (Krajca)—children of Vaclav Trojacek and Veronica Honsa Trojacek —at the SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. For information, call Gladys Zapletal (972) 875-7041; or Pat Fowler (972) 878-2083. —SPJST-
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Youth Letters Section
Let's hear what your members and lodges are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 Email: vanicek@spjst.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578
District Seven Card Contest Winners Pictured above are winners to the SPJST District Seven Christmas Card Contest held in conjunction with the District Seven Spring Meeting at Lodge 79, Corpus Christi on March 14. Winners are (6-8) Xzavier Reyes of Lodge 202, Jourdanton; (9-11) Ariel Reyes of Lodge 202, Jourdanton; (12-14) Kimberly Huizar of Lodge 202, Jourdanton; and (15-Senior) Tayler Korus of Lodge 107, Floresville.
Making a Difference Pictured above are members of the Lodge 4, Hallelfsville Youth Club who planted flowers at the Vsetin Czech Moravian Brethren Church in Hallettsville for Make A Difference Day. Afterward, the youth were treated to pizza. They are, from left, front: Sarah Siptak and Jonathan Vanek. BACK: Mark Siptak, Holly Scott, visitor, Christopher Vanek and Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus.
District Seven Youth Counselor posts results of SPJST Christmas Card Contest Dear Members, On March 14, 2004, District Seven held its spring meeting in Corpus Christi, Texas. There were 27 entries in the Christmas Card Design Contest. The winners were ages 6 to 8 Xzavier Reyes, Lodge 202; ages 9 to 11 - Ariel Reyes, Lodge 202; ages 12 to 14 - Kimberly Huizar, Lodge 202; ages 15 to Senior - Tayler Korus, Lodge 107. This was one of the largest contests we have had so far.
We look forward to many more larger contests. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski District Seven Youth Counselor
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Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club going bowling June 19 Dear Readers, Lodge 25 Youth Club will have a bowling party on June 19. We are also planning a swimming party and a paint ball party. It's going to be a fun summer! Fraternally, Jerrod Ryan 6/2/04 —SPJST-
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Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club welcomes new member, Mary Rossi. She is the daughter of John and Evelyn Viha Rossi. She has an older brother, Joseph. Mary enjoys reading, writing, playing the cello, piano, and hand bells. In addition, Mary recently received the Bronze Award as a Junior Girl Scout. She is a sixth grader at Tippit Middle School in Georgetown.
The Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club welcomes Adam Robert Lopez, age 6. His family includes parents, Victor Lopez and Alicia Lopez, and sister, Inez Lopez. Adam likes playing sports, including soccer and football as well as his Gameboy. He also likes to fish with his family. Adam and his family are new to the area. They recently moved to Poteet from Fort Benning, Georgia.
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Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club elects officers in May Our last meeting of Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club was Thursday, May 13, 2004. We had election of officers which are President Rachel Hunter; Vice President Bryant Hunter;
Lodge 97, Placedo Welcomes Members The Lodge 97, Placedo Youth Club is happy to welcome its four newest members. Pictured here, they are Garrett Martin, Aubrey Martin, Morgan Martin and Payton Martin.
Secretary Raychel Clark; and Treasurer Jerrod Ryan. After the meeting, we had a graduation part for our youth member Randy Trojacek. Randy has been a member since he was six years old. He even began coming to the youth club with his older sister before he was old enough to be a member We are proud of Randy for receiving a scholarship, and we will miss him. Fraternally, Jerrod Ryan 6/2/04 —SPJST-
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Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum hosts tasting party Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum is hosting a tasting party. The event will be held Friday, June 13 at the SPJST Lodge 186, Caldwell hall, located on Highway 36 South next to the Fairgrounds. A Taste of Caldwell We will open at 5:30 p.m. and begin serving at 6 p.m. We will be featuring foods from some of our wonderful Burleson County Home Kitchens,
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June 8 Fort Worth cluster of the Texas Accordion Association (TAA)—at Sammies BBQ on the corner of Beach and Belknap, Fort Worth, 7 to 9 p.m. Featured performer Jim Rommal. For more information, contact the cluster leader/TAA Director George McBride (817) 237-0035. June 12 Kolache Klobase Festival—at Riverside Hall, East Bernard, Texas. entertainment, patriotic/flag ceremony, food, and, of course, hundreds of kolaches, photos with Uncle Sam, prize drawing. For information regarding game/arts/crafts booths, call (979) 335-4827. For general information, call (979) 335-7907; or visit the festival website www.members.tripod.com/ shcserv/kkfest. East Bernard is located about 45 miles southwest of Houston on Highway 90-A. June 28 - July 21, 2004 Czechoslovak Foreign Institute Announces Prague Summer Study Program 2004—Program includes Czech language classes - all levels with professors from the Filozficka Fakulta of the Charles University and a linguistic institute in Praha; tours; free time to shop; boat ride; three meals/day; and other exciting venues. For more information, contact the US Coordinator for the Czechoslovak email via Institute Foreign thad.polasek@mail.tzed.net ; write to: Thadious Polasek, Czech Study Tour,
730 County Road 230, Schulenburg, Texas 78956; or call after 7 p.m. CT (979) 562-2207. July 13 Fort Worth cluster of the Texas Accordion Association (TAA) 13th anniversary celebration—at Sammies BBQ on the corner of Beach and Belknap, Fort Worth, 7 to 9 p.m. Featured performer Ron Vagesko. For more information, contact the cluster leaderfTAA Director George McBride (817) 237-0035. August 14 CCCHouston Annual Benefit Gala A Night of Czech Music, Dinner, and Dance IX—at the Warwick Hotel, Houston, 6:30 p.m. Trip for two to Prague, silent auction; entertainment; dining/dancing. August 15 Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society Meeting August 20 Third Annual San Antonio Czech Gala—at St. Luke's Catholic Church Family Parsh Hall, San Antonio, 4603 Manitou at Callaghan and Interstate 410, SanAntonio. Music, dancing, food, prize drawing, silent auction, guest speaker. For information, contact Barbara Hruby, phone (210) 2996971; fax (210) 299-6821; or via email bjhruby@pabst.com . Gala event benefits Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, La Grange. —SPJST-
SPJST cemetery markers available Bronze SPJST cemetery markers are available for purchase through the Home Office for $10. The price includes postage and handling. The markers, which measure three inches in diameter, include a four-inch threaded post for mounting. To purchase a marker or to receive additional information, please contact the SPJST Supreme Lodge President's office at (800) 727-7578 or write the SPJST Home Office at P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. —SPJST-
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14NkSTNIK -Wednesday, June 2, 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: Beginning in April 2004, the monthly meeting of Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga will be held the first Sunday of every month at the Point Bank Community Building, Pilot Point, 2 p.m. For information, call Bill and Angie Heitzman (940) 437-5561; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, June 4-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 5- Krizan reunion Sunday, June 6-Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, June 12-Glatter reunion Sunday, June 13-Kocian reunion Friday, June 18-Social/games, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 20-Soukup reunion Fri., June 25-Malone Co-op annual meeting Saturday, June 26-Lenart family reunion Sunday, June 27-Stuckley reunion Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten (254) 826-5863. LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar. LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth club meetings are at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 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 Sunday, June 13-Tony Janak and the Polka Band, polka, waltz, old time c/w. 3 to 7 p.m. $6. Saturday, June 26-Western Days: Western Swing All Stars. 7 to 11 p.m. $6. Sunday, June 27-Harry Czarnek the Texas Dutchmen, polka, waltz, mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $6. 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) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is Non-Smoking. LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.
LODGE 25, ENNIS 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.
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) 9852548. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. For rentals, please call Louis J. Kohutek (254) 9832261.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December.
LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Notice: Lodge 48, Beyersville is now having a monthly ladies Bunko night on the second Tuesday of each month. It begins with a light meal at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunko games, wrapping up with the distribution of prizes, and eating of desserts.
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, June 4-Fritz Hodde Friday, June 4-The Lawmen Friday, June 4-Texas Pioneers Friday, June 4-Czech Melody Masters 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 Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. To hall: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying "Elk". Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the road will dead end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156. LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 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 Friday, Saturday/June 4, 5-Wedding Sunday, June 6-Family Day and recognition of 50-year members (Noon Meal) Friday, Saturday/June 18, 19-Quincienera Tuesday, Wednesday/June 25, 26Wedding Sunday, July 11-Lodge meeting, 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 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) 5433044; or (979) 648-2317/lodge hall.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, June 5 - Private Rental Saturday, June 12 - Private Rental Saturday, June 19 - Private Rental
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.
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) 985-2484.
LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, June 5-Open Saturday, June 6-Annual Picnic: See Lodge Letters Section for details. Saturday, June 12-Private Saturday, June 19-Open Saturday, June 26-Private
LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m.
Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of
Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. The hall is located at 10450 FM619, four miles southeast of Taylor. For hall rentals, please contact Bonnie Wolf (512) 365-3733. 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 Eilinger Fire Department. LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June, and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 8265990 (night); or (254) 826-5343 (day). LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 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) 852-9982; or (361) 854-8423. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-1395-8; AL00061-9887-0. 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) 352-4397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 826-3557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop;. or (254) 773-6164 /home. LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, June 5-Audry Tucker, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 Sunday, June 6-Homecoming - dinner, dance, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Barbecue with all the trimmings - adults, $7; children under 12, $4. Pastries available. Lodge 88 Orchestra and Lodge 88 Choral Club, youth club's popular ice cream; Battle Dance - Red Ravens and Dujka Brothers, polka/variety. 2 to 8 p.m. Dance tickets - $7. Saturday, June 12-Jack Melick, big band. *Dress code. $12 Saturday, June 19-Donnie Wavra, polka/variety. $6 Saturday, June 26-No Dance Saturday, July 3-Kinghts of Dixie, big band music. *Dress Code. $10 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.
Public is invited to the
ANNUAL PICNIC Sunday, June 6, 2004 ATON AR HALL Lodge 47, Seaton Five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 Historical Marker Dedication, 1 p.m.
Fried Chicken and Homemade Sausage
usical Entertainment
Bake Sale with all the Trimmings Kolaches, Cakes, Pies Serving time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Auction and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Starts at 4 p.m. Plates to go also. Antique i li 'splay Hamburgers/Fries 2 p.m. til ? Free entertainment throughout the day! Games for AU Ages Entertainment and fun for everyone! Your past and present patronage is always appreciated.
Wednesday, June 2, 2004-VESTNIK/15 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 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted.
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 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m.
LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Friday, June 4-Charlie Patteson Sunday, June 6-Randy and the Road House Band, c/w. 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 11-Nobles of Notes Friday, June 18-Hawaiian Luau: Charlie Patteson Sunday, June 20-No dance. Happy Father's Day! Friday, June 25-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 large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, please call Joyce (817) 6241361. 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 Attention: Lodge meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Polak's between Karnes City and Kenedy. Contact E.R. Prasek for information (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 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August; and 6:30 p.m. September through May. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, June 6-Lodge meeting Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for weddings or parties, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m. LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 148, EL MATON Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting starts at 2 p.m. LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of 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 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 154 FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated.
Lodge 88, Houston
Homecoming Sunday, June 6, 2004 at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston 1435 Beall Street Barbecue with All the Tiimmhigs Served 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free dinner to members with current membership card Guest dinner tickets: Adults $7 children under 12 $4 Homemade Ice Cream • Pasty and Coffee Available
Lodge 88 Orchestra and Choral Group 11:3o
a.m. to 1 p.m.
Entertainment for all! Battle dance from 2 to 8 p.m. $7 per person Music by
Red Ravens and Dujka Brothers
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) 4229611; 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 169, BRENHAM 2004 lodge meetings will be held the third Tuesday of February, April, June, August, and October; and the first Sunday in December will be the Christmas dinner and officer elections. For information, contact Leroy Kamas (979) 836-8179; Mary Januszewski (979) 836-5808; or Glenda Weyand (979) 451-3231. LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, June 5-Country Now and Then Saturday, July 3-Just Country Hall is located at 3609 Preston. Dance hours: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Admission $6 per person. The hall is available for rentals the rest of the month. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday, retirement parties, Christmas parties, wedding receptions, etc, please call Vicki (281) 542-1774. For dance reservations, call Mary Byers (281) 4873297. Lodge phone (713) 487-3297. The Executive board and Trustees meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.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. 174-18-083907. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Note: As of May 3, 2004, the meeting time has changed to 4:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview. LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Building in Carmine, 201 Centennial Street. LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on 1-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call John Hilcher (817) 293-8166. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538; or (972) 263-9031. LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge 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. 174-20733095-41002. 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: Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, lodge meetings are held in Charles Munday's office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger's.) LODGE 191, LUFKIN 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 2 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center unless otherwise noted. Youth Club meets at 1 p.m. Note: Youth club meetings are at the same time and same locatkin 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. Youth club meets at the same time. LODGE 239, HONDO Lodge meetings are held every third Friday of the month at 7 p.m. Agents meet every Monday at 6:30 p.m. at New Covenant Church in Hondo to turn in applications. For information or location, contact Juan Lopez (830) 6881027; or Tereso Hernandez (210) 364-3620; or Tammy Hernandez (210) 378-3887. LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS Lodge meetings are held every third Thursday at 6 p.m. at Jim's Restaurant at Aquarena Springs Drive and I 35, San Marcos. For information, call Pete Sierra
(512) 557-3131.
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