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SPJST Assisted Living Facility: Realization of a "Dream Come True" S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Directors realized a dream come true last December with the dedication of the new S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Center in Taylor. The facility—the only one of its kind in Taylor— consists of 24 single- and double-occupancy rooms. In June, delegates to the 29th SPJST Convention voted to give the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes $42,000 to purchase a new 14-passenger van to service the needs of its rest home and assisted living residents. I had the chance to visit the facility recently to present the check and received the grand tour from S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Administrator Woody Richards. S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home President Dan Balusek was also
in attendance. Brother Richards, who has been with the rest home since 1990, takes pride in the new facility. "It's a beautiful place with a country home feel," says Brother Richards. "Residents feel comfortable and secure knowing that professional staff are always nearby." As of this writing, there were only five vacancies remaining to be filled. "I would encourage everyone who is interested to come down to Taylor and tour the assisted living facility," says Brother Balusek. "The assisted living facility is a dream come true. It was a blessing that we were able to (Contiti:i
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The Heart of Giving Representatives of the Holland Volunteer Ambulance Service accept a $2,200 donation from Lodge 177, Academy. Pictured above, from left, are Jim Crum, Frank Pajestka, Jr., Jennifer Douglas, Kim Cox, Lodge 177 Chairman of the Board Bill Hutka, Holland Fire Chief Coleman Benner, Sterling Chaffer, Kevin Schiller, and Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, who spoke about the importance of community outreach . prior to the check presentation. The check was presented prior to bingo at Lodge 177, Academy.
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S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home President Dan Balusek, right, accepts $42,000 check from Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, center, accompanied by S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Administrator Woody Richards. In June, delegates to the 29th SPJST Convention voted to donate the funds to the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes to purchase a new 14-passenger van to service the needs of its rest home and assisted living residents.
WesVest Express The SPJST Float received the First Place Non-Commercial award in the 2004 Westfest Parade, held on September 4. Pictured here, prior to the parade, are Lodge 66, Waco members who rode the float through the parade.
"Our Gateway to the Future: Continuity, Change and Character." That's the theme of the 2004 National Fraternal Congress of America's Annual Meeting to be held in September 23-26 at the Hyatt Regency in St. Louis, Missouri. This 118th NFCA annual meeting will focus on a range of topics of interests to fraternal leaders, including: • Are your new blocks of business profitable? • Revitalizing your society . . . Redefining and refocusing on a new level of success • Failing to match assets and liabilities: Is this your society? • Interactive Technology Panel • Charitable Giving • Best Practices in Corporate Governance • Fraternal Mission— Volunteers and Current Trends • The Current Economy: How we got here and where we are going • Solvency—Are we at risk? • Governmental, Regulatory and • Legal Affairs Update • The Profile of a 21st Century Volunteer The meeting "provides fraternalists from across the country with the opportunity to gather and confirm our
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common vision, values and purpose, while recognizing that our industry is in the throes of change," says NFCA Chair of the Board Frederick A. Ohlde. The NFCA is the Association of America's Fraternal Benefit Societies. It has united its 76 member-societies and their 10 million members since 1886. The association represents more than 10 million people in 42,000 local chapters, making it one of the continent's largest member networks. Combined, the NFCA's members maintain more than $297.5 billion of life insurance in force and, in 2002 alone, contributed more than $300 million to charitable and fraternal programs. SPJST officials attending the meeting include SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Vice President Gene McBride, SecretaryTreasurer Lanita Anglin, District One Director Donnie Victorick, District Five Director Larry Pflughaupt, and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom. —SPJST-
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except the fourth week of June and fourth week of August by VESTNIK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $20 per year, beginning July 1, for non-members. Members fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by the Supreme Lodge SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society , and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK do Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Mobile Phone: (254) 534-0807 email: melaniez@vvm.com
OFFICERS BRIAN VANICEK, FIC PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 Mobile Phone: (254) 534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com
GENE McBRIDE, FICF VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 780-1906 Mobile 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
DREW POPELKA LEGAL ADVISOR Office Phone: (254) 742-0724 email: spjst-legal@sbcglobal.net P.O. Box 1706, Temple, TX 76503
DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I Home Phone: (979) 272-3265 (979) 224-3125 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878
BOBBY WUENSCHE DISTRICT II Home Phone: (512) 365-3013 2451 CR 405, Taylor, TX 76574-5421
JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN DISTRICT III Home Phone: (254) 826-5882 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, TX 76691
STANLEY R. BROZ, VICE CHAIRMAN DISTRICT IV Home Phone: (325) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855 LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 864-2163 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, TX 77008 MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM DISTRICT VI Home Phone: (361) 578-3279 407 Taos Street, Victoria, TX 77904
BOB J. BAYER, CHAIRMAN DISTRICT VII Home Phone: (830) 393-9073 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114
BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979)884-1451 District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Texas 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415 District Seven - • ettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246
FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Stanley Mrnustik, 202 N. Shaw St., Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4386 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Clara Broz, 1507 W.T.C. Jester, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-6120 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-6220 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Martha Durham, 7221 Riviera Dr., Fort Worth, Texas 76180 - (817) 281-0666 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-7489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, `Lolita, Texas 77971 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Tereso Hernandez, 502 22nd Street, Hondo, Texas 78861 - (210) 364-3620 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1342 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 187 Tanner Circle, Georgetown, Texas 78628 - (512) 864-9183 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 519 Clearfield, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - (830) 606-7787 STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC Cell: (254) 541-5555 email: spjst@hotmail.com STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 1 Bill Orsak (979) 272-8902 Mobile: (979) 324-0056, Fax (979) 272-8902 DISTRICT 2 Zachary Kramer Mobile 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 Mobile Phone: (281) 635-9293 email: spjst_sfr5@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT 6 Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Mobile Phone: (979) 332-1616 email: kkaspar@wcecnet.net DISTRICT 7 Hector Garcia (361) 749-1032 Mobile Phone: (361) 548-5702 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR Position Vacant Until the SFAC position is filled, please direct your inquiries to the Office of the President.
STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR Position Vacant Until the SYD position is filled, please direct your inquiries to the Office of the President.
That's a really big number, and what a very special number it is to the SPJST Insurance Department! That's how many applications have been written as of September 16. It's especially a big number to the Insurance Department staff here at the Home Office because they have personally handled every one of those 3,150 applications in just a little over eight months. That means our dynamic team of sales representatives and state field representatives has done an outstanding job this year. My compliments to the entire Insurance Department and its leader—Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride. Gene was really glowing this week when he informed me about the 3,150 applications written and more than $104 million in insurance written. But he said we aren't stopping there. He's a man of constant challenges! Keep up the great work! 15 Percent Discount at LaQuinta I had a nice visit this week with James Overton, the regional sales manager for LaQuinta Inns & Suites, Inc. LaQuinta recently partnered with SPJST to offer all SPJST members a 15 percent discount at LaQuintas nationwide. This can result in some savings to you and your family when you travel. There are three easy ways to get the discount:
• The Internet website—www.lq.com . Enter "SPJST" for the corporate/promo code. • Call (800) 531-5900 and state that you are a member of SPJST and that we have a discount. • Stop by any LaQuinta and ask for the SPJST rate.
If you have any questions about the LaQuinta discount or if you need a directory of LaQuinta hotels, call Susan Shofner at the SPJST Home Office. Prescription costs on the rise? Did you know that SPJST provides a prescription mail order discount service? Scott & White Presciption Services offers this cost-saving and convenient service to all SPJST members. For more information or to check the prices for your prescriptions, please call a Scott & White Express Home Prescription Services representative at (800) 7287947. Czech section The Vestnik office had a letter this week from Mary Jo (Fojtasek) Franklin inquiring about the "sth" in Jan Holub's "Learn Czech With Us" in the Czech section of the Vestnik. We did a little research on this, and what we came up with is that the "sth" simply is an abbreviation for "something." —SPJST-
Lodges, districts encouraged to post important 2005 dates on SPJST calendar The Vestnik office is looking for your lodge's and your district's important dates for the 2005 SPJST calendar. There's no cost, and this can be a great reminder for lodge members. What qualifies as an "important date?" Think in terms of your big annual events such as picnics, member appreciation dinners, and heritage day observances. On the district level, think in terms of district meetings and districtwide activities. Please get together with your lodge members at your next lodge meeting and determine which dates you want
to include on next year's SPJST calendar. The deadline for submitting your lodge and district calendar information to the Vestnik office is Friday, October 8. You can email your information to 4rnelaniez @vvm.com or send a fax to (254) 774-7447 — Attention: Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny. You may al so mail your listing of important dates to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Street, Burlington, Texas 76519 (254) 985-2396 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Leta Cross, P.O. Box 1124, Abilene, Texas 79604 (325) 437-0456 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas (713) 649-6138 District Six - Marcy Dorotik, 2501 Tanglewilde, No. 159, Houston, Texas 77063 - (713) 907-1630 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Texas 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
Mortgage Rates 75% Owner Residence/ Farm Property 5.75% for 1 to 15 years 6.25% for 16 to 20 years 6.75% for 21 to 30 years 85% Owner Residence/Property 7.25% for 1 to 30 years Commercial Property 6.75% for 10 years 7.00% for 11 to 15 years
Universal Life 5.50% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 4.50%
Roth IRAs Roth II
4.50% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 3.00% Roth 1111 4.25% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 3.00%
Annt city I 5.00% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 5.00% Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93
Annuity II 4.50% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 3.00% Certificates issued 4-1-93 through 2-28-03
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take on and build this project." During my visit, I also had the pleasure to meet with the Assisted Living Administrator Jane Stauffer and Social Coordinator Liz Haisler. "Everyone feels at home here," says Sister Stauffer, who oversees the 12 employees who work for the assisted living facility. "The staff is great. They put a lot of themselves into their work," she says. Part of running an assisted living facility is making sure that the residents have access to a wide range of activities. That's where the Social Coordinator really shines. As a result of Sister Haisler's organizational efforts, residents always have a special day or fun outing to anticipate. Recent activities have included baseball games, miniature golf, water aerobics classes, trips to the LBJ Library and Bullock Texas History Museum in Austin, Blue Bell Creamery in Brenham, and SPJST Museum in Temple. "That's just a sample," says Sister Haisler. Other regularly scheduled activities include "Progressive '42," tournaments every first Tuesday, shopping trips, games and exercise classes. "The exercise classes are a necessity," says Brother Richards, adding, "We have two excellent chefs preparing three nutritious meals served daily in
our restaurant style dining room." Many other amenities are also offered to residents by the assisted living facility, including: • Two-way communication systems in every unit and emergency call in every bathroom; • Showers with safety bars and fold down benches; • Individually controlled air-conditioning and heating in every unit; • Telephone and cable hook-up in every unit; • Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator with freezer and microwave in each unit. In accordance with the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home's by-laws, residents of the new assisted living facility are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. As stated in the home's by-laws, "Every application made by members of the Order for admittance to the Home shall be taken into consideration, but it shall in no case be made the basis of any preference on account of membership in SPJST." SPJST members who are interested in more information on either the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes in Taylor and Needville or the S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Facility in Taylor are encouraged to contact Brother Richards at (512) 352-6337. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST-
Family Fun and Important Dates Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cookoff Sept. 24, 25 September 25 District Four Fall Fun Day hosted by Lodge 229, Abilene at Cobb Park September 25 Lodge 247, San Marcos Co-Ed Softball Tournament at Softball City Fields in Lockhart September 28 Lodge 246, Morgan's Point Organzational Meeting at Lonestar Banquet Hall, Morgan's Point Czech Heritage Month October SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Begins October 1 Lodge 24, Cyclone Czech Heritage Day October 2 Lodge 204, Stephenville Nine Pin-No Tap Tourney October 2 Lodge 139, Danbury Membership Barbecue October 3 in Skrabanek Park SPJST Golf Tournament in Temple October 9 Lodge 47, Seaton Fund Raiser October 9 October 10 District One Fall Fun Day hosted by Lodge 13, Dime Box District Two Six Flags Trip October 16 October 16 Lodge 48, Beyersville Progressive "42" Tournament Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club HallOween Party October 23 Annex Building District Three Fall Meeting/Fun Day October 24 at Lodge 92, Fort Worth District Six Fall Meeting/Fun Day in Hungerford October 24 hosted by Lodge 28, East Bernard and Lodge 151, Wharton October 29-31 Lodge 130, Dallas Camp-Out at Fort Parker Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day October 31 November 6 District Youth Counselors'/ District Fraternal Activities Coordinators' Fall Meetings at SPJST Home Office District Two Lock-In at Lodge 47, Seaton November 6 November 21 District Seven Family Fun Day at Lodge 107, Floresville Social Coordinator Liz Haisler makes preparations for the afternoon bingo games.
front entrance of the S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Center is welcoming with chairs on the porch and a United States flag blowing in the breeze.
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S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Center employees and volunteers take advantage of the cooler weather to construct a raised garden for residents. The money to pay for the supplies was donated by an anonymous donor. The ongoing project is being coordinated as a gift to the Assisted Living Facility Heritage by Community Garden Coordinator Natalie Vreeland of the local Williamson County and Cities Health District.
Assisted Living Administrator Jane Stauffer, left, and Administrator Woody Richards tune in on the new radio and record player combo, a gift to the S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Facility by resident Jack Shaw, center. The record player was an absolute necessity as it was needed to accommodate the huge long-play record collection owned by Mr. Shaw.
4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, September 22, 2004
FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT'S OFFICE
Lodge 246, Morgan's Point to organize September 28 Patsy Koslovsky will be present to answer any questions about the SPJST Youth Program. Home Office representatives will be present to explain the many benefits of SPJST membership. The lodge will elect officers, and door prizes will be awarded. To help us prepare for the meal, please RSVP to Kathy or Susan by Friday, September 24 at (254) 7731575 if you plan to attend. Fraternally, Gene McBride, FICF Vice President —SPJST-
Dear Members, I am proud to announce that we will be welcoming a new lodge to the SPJST family—Lodge 246, Morgan's Point in District Two. The lodge will be officially organized on Tuesday evening, September 28, 2004, at the Lonestar Banquet Hall, located at 1695 Morgan's Point Road in Morgan's Point, Texas. A barbecue dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. followed by the organizational meeting. Children are also invited as we will be organizing a youth club within the new lodge. District Youth Counselor
SPJST Lodge 246
Morgan's Point Organizational Meeting Tuesday, September 28 at 6 p.m. at Lone Star Banquet Hall 1695 Morgan's Point Road in Morgan's Point, Texas Bring the family. Learn about the many benefits of SPJST membership. Children invited, too! A new youth club will be organized within the new lodge.
Barbecue meal at 6:30 p.m. RSVP by Friday, September 24 to Kathy or Susan at (254) 773-1575
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10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Baking • Bingo • Horseshoes Three-Legged Race Youth Christmas Ornament Contest
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Lodge Letters Section •• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• • • • • • • • • • • • • SPJST Vesfnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood celebrates Grandparent's Day Hi! Our meeting was held on Grandparent's Day starting with a delicious meal by our youth club at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, September 12, 2004. The youth also distributed to each grandparent an "Angel Cup" filled with crackers and soup packet. Thanks so very much to our youth and their leader, Sister Peggy Dobecka, along with her assistant, Sister Lydia Dobecka. Brother Johnnie Krizan, President, called our meeting to order at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 12, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Brad Dulock and the youth club. Our SPJST motto was recited by Christi Sparkman. Sister Georgie Soukup, Flagbearer/Guide, gave her report of 32 members present at our meeting. There was a moment of silence for our departed members, Brother Cyrill Svrcek and Sister Willie Mae Veselka. Our condolences to the Svrcek family and the Veselka family. Our secretary, Sister Barbara Jean Hykel, read the minutes from our last meeting which were approved as read. She also had correspondence from the Assistant State FAC regarding State Tournament dates for 2005. Thank you notes were read from the Cyrill Svrcek family and the Willie Mae Veselka family. Sister Peggy Dobecka, Treasurer, gave her report which was approved as given. Financial Secretary, Brother George Straten, thanked the youth club for the delicious meal. He gave a report of two new adults and four new juvenile members, along with one additional insurance written. All new members were accepted. Thanks to our Sales Representative, Brother Jerry Kucera. Hall bookings for October include our socials on the October 1 and 15. Brother George also mentioned the District Three Fall Meeting on October 24 at Lodge 92, Fort Worth. Sister Barbara Jean Hykel, Fraternal Activities Coordinator, thanked all who helped out with the Westfest. She wished everyone a happy Grandparent's Day and thanked the youth. She reported that the Join Hands 2004 quota has been met on the state level. Sister Barbara mentioned that scholarship applications need to be completed as they are due by
January 31, 2005. Our Youth Leader, Sister Peggy Dobecka, reported cakes were taken to rest home on September 1. She reported that several youth had won at State YAD, and the youth club won a trophy for its scrapbook. Sister Peggy did her presentation of awards for District and State YAD and the tee-shirt design contest, including certificates to those in perfect attendance at their meetings. Those receiving awards were Christi Sparkman, Anna Dulock, Courtney Halbert, Lakn Dieterich, Andrew Dulock, Ashley Halbert, Traci Dobecka, Whitney Dobecka, Brad Dulock, Brooke Craig, Bracy Craig, Erika Karlik, Jesse Karlik, Michael Ann Moore, Tiffany Moore, and Allison Moore. Congratulations to all the youth and their leaders! 95 Dozen Kolaches
Sister Peggy reported that the youth club baked 95 dozen kolaches for the Westfest, using St. Joseph's hall kitchen for their baking experiences. She presented Kim Seith with a check to St. Mary's Parish for $50 for the use of their kitchen. The youth had a float in the Westfest parade. Sister Peggy mentioned that the grandparents were honored at this meeting. She said their next socials will be working on Christmas crafts, and their next meeting will be on October 3 at the Wild West Steakhouse. Brother Jerry Kucera was missed at our meeting, but we all hope he is recovering nicely from his back surgery that he had. He sent word that he was doing all right and thanks for all the thoughts and prayers and telephone calls. Brother Johnnie Krizan, President, thanked all the members and friends for their thoughts and prayers while he was in the hospital recovering from his heart attack. He was with us today at our meeting, and it was good to have him there. Our Sunshine Committee, Sister Jerelene Lenart, gave her report of sending get well cards to Charles Barber, Blake Straten, and Johnnie Krizan. Sympathy cards were sent to the family of Willie Mae Veselka and the family of Felix Mynar. Sympathy cards were sent to Marie and Dean Snider, Edith and Herbert Brem, and the family of Cyrill Svrcek. Our condolences to all these families. Brother Milton Peterson, Board of Trustee's Chairman, gave a report of having their meeting on August 20, and that Al and Georgie Soukup had all in control with the upcoming He reported that the Westfest.
Wednesday, September 22, 2004—VESTNIK/5 Westfest was a successful event, thanking all who helped in any way. He also mentioned an appreciation party would be held at the Wild West Steakhouse or the hall. Those in attendance with September birthdays were Sisters Stella Perez, Dorothy Dvorsky, and Irene Schiemenz and Brothers Joe Dvorsky and Robert Schiemenz. A happy birthday to all these folks and to all with a birthday this month. Also, happy anniversary to our lodge couple, Al and Georgie Soukup, as they celebrate their 50th this month. Special thanks to Georgie and Al Soukup for the framing of this year's convention picture to be hung in the hall. Door prizes were then drawn with the $5 door prize winner being Sister Ruth Krizan. Congratulations! The progressive door prize winners not present were Connie Marie Brem and Sandra K. Hanslicek.
Next Meeting—October 3 Our next meeting will be on October 3 at 4:30 p.m. Please make note of the time change for this meeting. It will be at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 3. Fraternally, Stella Perez, Reporter —SPJST-
9, Snook reports on September meeting Lodge
Lodge 9, Snook met in regular session on September 1, 2004. Donnie Hejl called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Hannah Kovar led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. There was a moment of silence for Mary Irene Kretzer. Stacey Eldridge read the minutes of the August meeting, and they were approved as read. David Kovar gave the hall manager's report. Youth Leader Marie Shelfer gave her report. There were 34 youth club members present, 13 adults, and one guest. The youth will participate in the Burleson County Fair Parade and an educational booth at the fair. They also made a donation to St. Jude Children's Home. Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer's report. A new member and a transfer were approved. A motion was made and approved to buy two chairholders upon which to store chairs. The meeting adjourned. The next adult meeting will be October 6 at 7:30 p.m. The youth club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tell all your friends. See you there. Ann Schoeneman Reporter —SPJST-
15, Buckholts reports on member activities Lodge
The September meeting of Lodge 15, Buckholts is upon us and a good attendance is expected. After the business meeting, the social that follows is well worth the effort. You have to appreciate Virginia for always providing ample, tasty snacks. In August, no one was on the sick list. That was too good to last, for at the end of the month, Lorene Millian of Belton, tripped and fell at the bedside of her hospitalized husband, and broke her knee cap. As if that wasn't enough, while being transported to the hospital for another visit, the car door was slammed on her fingers. Some days it just doesn't pay to get out of bed! Until she was able to navigate on her own, she was cared for in the home of her son in-law and daughter, Matt and Charlotte Rowland of Salado. As our gardeners report, this has been a bountiful year for them. Our 79-year-old member, Martha Glaser, canned 250 jars of her produce. Bennie Vybiral also produced a bountiful garden, but don't count on asking him for any excess for he shares it with his five children and three sisters. That is a tall order for anybody! I don't have a garden, but my friend, Kathleen Jurca, who raises a garden with the help of her son, Adolph Benjamin, is kind of enough to share the excess with me. While my husband was living, I used to have a huge garden and shared it with my friends, even strangers. I had not only a spring garden, but a fall garden of green beans, Chinese cabbage, beets, turnips, and of course, tomatoes, that I carried over the summer. Joe Biskup, another avid gardener, tells me the hybrid tomatoes of today do not survive the summer heat. He and Joyce also share their bounty with me. I feel so blessed to have such good and generous friends. In response to Julius Zella of Pasadena, I wish to share a slightly different version of the Czech nursery rhyme that mother used to sing to us: zima bylo, prchalilo cigane se narodilo ciganka to mela rada Ze to melo erne zada a cigan to mel eFee ie to melo eerne Until next time, everybody take care! Hilda Kuzel Burtis Reporter —SPJST-
24, Cyclone set with new slate of officers Lodge
Amid fields that have yielded a bountiful corn crop of 135 bushels per acre, and cotton fields that were laid bare of their leaves showing snow white bright milling grade cotton of at least two bales per acre, Lodge 24, Cyclone met deep in the recesses of the lodge home, Flag Hall on September 13, 2004.
Like a phoenix, the lodge is rising from the ashes as a result of recent events. The meeting was called to order by President Daniel Wilde at 7 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silent prayer was held for the deceased members. Linda Wilde read the minutes of the last meeting for Margaret Mikeska who was leaving from Dallas to go to China. The minutes were read and approved. Keith Andel, new vice president and FAC, gave reports about the golf tournament, horseshoe contest, and functions that the SPJST is looking for someone to host. The offer was declined as the compensation was too low for the expenses for our hall. SPJST Christmas cards are available and the deadline is October 11. SPJST scholarship applications are now available until January, 2005. Joan Vanicek reported that the youth club met on September 12 at the mall in Temple and had 14 members, five guests, and 12 parents present. They won first place in the State YAD poster contest and gave each a small portion of the prize money to spend. The youth club gave each person a cup filled with candy for Grandparent's Day. Their next meeting will be on October 2 before Czech Heritage Day. Transfers from our lodge are as follows—Ginger Greger, Kaitlyn Cargill, McKenzie Cargill, Tucker Cargill, Kenneth Pausewang, Ethel Schiller, Randy Schiller, Heather Motal, Jacqueline Nauert, Alexus Cardenas, Mercedes Martinez, Manuel Cardenas, III, Caleb Rodriguez, Dakota Rodriguez, Kyle Rodriguez, Roman Rodriguez, Jr., Michael Avina, David Nauert, Carol Avina, Heather Reaves, Michael Bazilius, Autumn Bazilius, Krystal Bazilius, Michael Bazilius, Jr., Carroll Hudson, Scott Hudson, Freddie Veselka, Eric Carroll, Sydney Manear, Raymond Manear, Danny Herndon, Christopher McNeil, and Sandra Perry. All transferred to the new lodge Lodge 246, Morgan's Point. Donica Zabcik transferred to Lodge 47, Seaton. Keith Andel was elected as a sales representative and was scheduled to take his test on September 15. Send him leads. We had no new members.
Czech Heritage Day Daniel Wilde has designed a walkway for in front of the hall and will be set in place. Czech Heritage Day is October 2. Miss Texas, Jamie Story, will perform at 6:30 p.m. Doors will open at 5 p.m. The Vrazel Polka Band will play from 7 to 11 p.m. There will be a silent auction and each family is asked to bring two items for the auction. Also, the 50-year pins will be presented. Hamburgers will be available, and Linda Wilde will work until she tires out. The youth club will sell cookbooks and kolaches at the Czech Heritage Day. The Halloween dance was discussed and the awarding of cash prizes was set in place. Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, our member of whom we are justly proud, presented a book on leadership to the president and vice president. The writer wishes to inform the members of the dedication of Brian to
our lodge and the SPJST. Many times, the writer and Brian spent long hours at the lodge. One instance was the time that Brian was at Flag Hall alone at 3 a.m. and had to show the sheriff his driver's license to prove that he was not there to rob the hall. He did this many times and is a principled and trustworthy person. Brian is also helping a lot at the lodge as he has time. We were real lucky to have Brian to ourselves and are lucky that he has helped our lodge to continue on a smooth transition from his able leadership. We are organized and functioning well. East Bell County Youth Boosters will have a fund raiser at Flag Hall on Saturday, September 18. The rental is free to youth boosters. Birthdays for the month are Margaret Mikeska, Doris Vanicek, and Courtney Ashcraft. Wedding anniversaries are the Harold Vaniceks and the David Vaniceks. Door prizes were won by Martha Zavodny, Wilbert Mikeska, Keith Andel, Linda Wilde, and the Cadillac Escalade was won by Charles Herndon. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Fraternally, Bobby Hoelscher Reporter —SPJST-
24, Cyclone welcomes Miss Texas, Vrazels to Czech Heritage Day October 2 Lodge
Come one, come all to the Sixth Annual Czech Heritage Day celebration at Flag Hall on Saturday, October 2 hosted by SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone. Flag Hall is located 12 of east miles Temple, past Zabcikville. The annual celebration is a spirited tribute Jamie Story to Czech heritage and culture in Texas. Establishing a sense of community was very important to early Czechs in Texas. It's still that way and its the whole idea of Czech Heritage Day—bringing people together. Doors open at 5 p.m. for the event and food and kolaches will be available. Admission is $7 per person, children under the age of 13 accompanied by an adult will be admitted free. Please note that there will not be a Czech polka mass this year. Special guest of honor and performer at this year's celebration will be Miss Texas Jamie Story of Arlington, Texas. As Miss Texas, she will travel to every area of the state this year and make more than 400 appearances. Jamie is a very accomplished pianist and will be performing for your listening enjoyment at 6:30 p.m. The appearance of Miss Texas is being sponsored this year by Bartlett Auction, Double Czech Bar-B-Q, Lodge 24 Youth Club, Green's Sausage House, and Hoelscher Pest Control.
6/ViSTN1K—Wednesday, September 22, 2004 By popular demand, Vrazels Polka Band is back again this year and will be performing from 7 to 11 p.m. The band served as grand marshalls of this year's Westfest parade and have been recognized on numerous occasions for their musical talents. In 2001, band members Alfred and Anton Vrazel were presented with the World of Music Hall of Fame Award in Las Vegas, Nevada. The presentation coincided with the Grand Polka Festival where they also performed. Hope to see you there! Fraternally, Daniel Wilde, President —S PJ ST—
Lodge 29, Taylor: Fourth annual barbecue cook-off this weekend! Lodge 29, Taylor will host the Fourth Annual Barbecue Cook-off on Friday and Saturday, ,& September 24 and 25, 2004. The event is CTBA sanctioned. There will be $2,500 guaranteed prize money—first through tenth places, and trophies/plaques will be awarded for first through tenth places as well. In addition, unique trophies will be given for master cook; reserve master cook; reserve second master cook; and best rig. The entry fee is $80 for three meat categories. The schedule of day's events is: 10:45 a.m. — Jackpot Butter Beans Entry fee $10; 80 percent payback Prize money: first - fifth places Trophies/plaques: first - tenth places 10:45 a.m. — Jackpot Sausage Entry fee $10; 80 percent payback Prize money: first - fifth places Trophies/plaques: first - tenth places
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new member Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes one of its newest members, Cory James Bartek, 15 months old. He was born on June 6, 2003. He is the son of Jeff and D'Ann Bartek of Salado; and the grandson of James and Louise Bartek, and Jerry and Carol Sanders. Sales Representative was Gerry Dana. —SPJST-
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1 p.m. — Chicken 2 p.m. -- Pork Ribs (spare or baby back) 3 p.m. -- Brisket Sponsors and cooker attendance will determine additional prize money. Water is available. Electricity is limited. For more info call Tammy Whatley at (512) 864-9183; or Jesse Pospisil at (512) 365-1110. —SPJST-
80, Holland Ambulance Service benefit Sept. 26 Lodge
The meeting of Lodge 80, Holland was called to order by President Frank Pajestka, Jr. at 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2004. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. All officers were present except Youth Leader Gracie Schlickeisen. Secretary Linda Hill read the minutes of the August meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Glen Latham gave the financial report. Nine new members were accepted in a motion by Dean Brisbin and seconded by Glen Latham. A representative from the Bartlett Boosters was present asking for use of the hall on October 23 which was granted. Benefit Dinner
On September 26, Lodge 80 will host a benefit dinner for the Holland Ambulance Service. The lodge will prepare 500 pounds of pork and 200 pounds of sausage for the occasion. Bids had been received from Granger and Taylor markets. In a motion by Rita Janke and seconded by Ann Latham, we will give the board of directors permission to pick the bid on Thursday night. Tickets are now on sale from members of the lodge. We are in need of silent auction items— baked goods and other items. President Pajestka reminded members of the District Two Fall Meeting in Elgin on September 19. In a motion by Curtis Wolf and seconded by Doris Eckermann, the membership approved giving a turkey or ham to bingo workers in appreciation for their faithful work. Under new business, the president said a new ceiling fan needed to be installed in the women's restroom. G.L. Brisbin and Fred Busby are to check on the purchases. Cake, fruit, cheeses, and crackers were served to the membership after the meeting observing Grandparent's Day, the 63rd wedding anniversary of Billie and Glen Latham, and the 56th anniversary of Frank and Helen Pajestka. Congratulations! Those celebrating birthdays in September were Joy Jackson and GL Brisbin. In the drawing for door prizes, the winners were Curtis Wolf, Coleman Benner, Calvin Eckermann, Doris Eckermann, and Billie Latham. The meeting adjourned at 4:25 p.m. in a motion by Ann Latham, seconded by Fred Busby. See you October 2 at 4 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle G. Coker —SPJST-
Czech Dancing at the State Fair of Texas Lodge 84, Dallas invites members and friends to come out to Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on Sunday, October 3. The Heritage Day activities will be held at the African-American Museum. The program begins at 10:30 a.m., and Lodge 84 dancers will perform beginning at 12:10 p.m. Pictured above are Lodge 84 members who performed at the 2003 State Fair.
Lodge 87, Temple collects goods for needy
160 San Angelo meets October 10
The meeting of Lodge 87, Temple was called to order on September 14, 2004, by President Dan Kacir. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed for our departed members. We had two guests, Milissa Crchova and Marketa Dolnerova. We encouraged them to come and visit again. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. The treasurer's report was given by Daryl Entrop. All bills have been paid. Vice President Diane Troy gave her report and passed out literature on the sale for bricks for the new museum. After a discussion, a motion was made by Bertha Capps to purchase a brick for the museum with Lodge 87, Temple on it. The motion was seconded by Vi Buckley. It was voted on and passed. Ed Reisner stated that since the corn has been harvested, the repair work on the drainage ditch will begin soon. Youth Leader Pam Capps gave her report. All members are to bring canned and dry goods to the meetings so we can deliver them to needy families this Thanksgiving and Christmas. On October 16, the youth will be going to Six Flags. At the October meeting, the youth will be decorating pumpkins. Bertha Capps reported that a new commode had to be installed in the mens' restroom and was done by member Frank Capps. A motion was made by Sidney Kacir and seconded by Daryl Entrop to reimburse Frank for his expenses. It was voted on and passed. Photos of the District Two Queen Dawn Capps and Duchess Erin Mathis, both of Lodge 87, were presented to the lodge for hanging on the wall.
Please note time change and meeting place for our October meeting. Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its meeting on Sunday, October 10 at the Ole Gin Steak House in Wall at 12:15 p.m. This will be a Dutch treat lunch. The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. We urge all members to attend as we will be making plans for our annual meeting coming up in January. Charlene Dusek, Secretary —SPJST-
Next Meeting—October 12 Our next meeting will be October 12. Frank Capps will be frying catfish. All members are asked to bring a side dish. The meeting adjourned at 8 p.m. Bertha Capps Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
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The meeting was called to order by President Kathy Fritz at 7 p.m. All officers were present except Vice President Louis Driska. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The Sunshine Committee, Theresa Baca and Helen Bland, reported that a get well card had been sent to Gary Lanham who is doing well following triple by-pass surgery, and a sympathy card had been sent to Juanita Reyna whose daughter recently passed away. Bob Fritz was welcomed back to our meeting. Bill Hutka reported that his son, Steve, who lives in Anchorage, Alaska, is still in ICU with a staph infection and pneumonia. Our thoughts and prayers are with all these families. Correspondence included a letter inviting members to the September 19 District Two Fall Meeting in Elgin. This is the second membership drive, and the meeting promises to be great fun for everyone. Minutes for the August meeting were approved as presented. Committee reports were given and accepted. Youth Leader Linda Wagner reported that their meeting will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, September 12. FAC Jackie Beck recognized one September birthday—Martha Garcia. Happy birthday, Martha! August birthday celebrant, Helen Bland, was inad-
Wednesday, September 22, 2004—VESTNIK/7 vertently left out of the report last month (my humble apology, Helen). I hope you had a wonderful birthday, and you're wished many more! Jackie also presented special Academy Bumblebees merchandise cards to nearly every member present at the meeting tonight. Thank you, Jackie! Members voted unanimously to approve the following as new members of our lodge—Edmundo G. Ramirez, Angela Honey Corwin, Maryah D. Munoz, Jimmy Cesar Perez, Jose Cesar Perez, Emily A. Garcia, Abigail L. Garcia, Xavier I. Garcia, and Paul E. Garcia. We're at the Gold level now, and we need 13 new members to qualify for the Platinum award. Way to go! Under unfinished business, the audit needs to be completed. The audit committee will meet soon. Kathy reported that the kitchen and bar have been painted and complimented Mike and Carol on a job well done. Under new business, Kathy reported that a bid had been presented to paint the back wall and re-stain doors and door frames. After a brief discussion, members voted to paint the wall one color rather than have the current wainscotting. The Lottery Commission requests that Lodge 177 donate $2,114 by September 30. Members discussed Holland/Little River/Academy EMS and the benefits of having the ambulance service for the community and voted unanimously to donate the entire $2,114 to them. It was also decided to present this donation at a special presentation ceremony before bingo soon. Members discussed other donation possibilities as well. Kathy also announced that October will be nominating committee month, November will be election month, and December will be our Christmas social month. The meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 183 Arlington hosts family night September 24 Lodge 183, Arlington will host family night on Friday, September 24, 2004. Card games and dominoes will begin at 6 p.m. followed by a covered dish dinner at 7 p.m. Bring your favorite dish and come join the fun. Martha Phillips, Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 183, Arlingicn recognizes youth c!ub Lodge 183, Arlington had its monthly meeting at the lodge on Monday, September i1. The meeting was cu lled to order by President Ann Pustejovsky, The minutes were not read as our secretary
Daniel Roznovsky and his wife, Mary Ann, were on vacation. Reports on the bar, kitchen, and bingo were made, and the FAC report was given. Our youth club led by Ms. Kay Weeks took second place in the Westfest parade in the non-commercial category. Our youth club has really grown so Ms. Debra Daniel has been appointed as Kay Week's assistant. They will also be participating in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation walk. We are proud of our youth club as it is are a ray of sunshine for our lodge. On our sick list are Cecil Philips and Angela Stiborek. Johnny Adamek won the door prize. Our prayers are with the family of Judd Bassett, a long-time member who recently passed away recently. There will be a business meeting of officers at 5 p.m. prior to our family night on September 24. Taroky, dominos, and cards will begin at 6 p.m. We encourage everyone to attend and bring a covered dish. Ms. Milka will be preparing a special spaghetti dinner. Annette Cepak —SPJST-
Lodge 202 Jourdanton grandparents receive cards, flowers Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, September 12, 2004, at 1 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center with 55 people attending. Special guests were Supreme Lodge Chairman of the Board and District Seven Director Bob Bayer and his wife, Polly. President Jeff Barta presided. The youth club led the Pledge of Allegiance. Silence was observed for Rudy Fojtik and other deceased members. Director Bob Bayer gave the table prayer. The lodge furnished brisket and sausage, and members brought side dishes. Youth club members distributed handmade greeting cards and fresh flowers to all of the grandparents. Director Bayer reported the district is doing well in sales. Floresville will host the District Seven Family Fun Day on Sunday, November 21. Correspondence was received from the Jourdanton EMS Facility Foundation for the donation, and thank you cards were received from Martha Ciomperlik and Jourdine Tymrak. Martha is doing well, and Jourdine is presently in the hospital again. Get well cards were signed for Chester Gail Lee, Gussie Spacek, and Jourdine Tymrak. Celebrating birthdays in September are Lloyd House, Michael Huizar, Erich Wiederhold, and Mary Ann Barta. FAC Mary Ann Barta reported the "Stuff the Bus" project coordinated by the lodge and CAM -helped over 200 students with school supplies. September is National School Success Month. Valerie Barta made a school scene display that contained school pllotos of several members. Prizes were given for the most correct guesses.
Director Bayer and the lodge furnished door prizes. Next Meeting—October 3 Sunday, October 3, is the next meeting at 1 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST-
Lodge 204 Stephenville hosts No Tap Bowling Tournament Lodge 204, Stephenville will host a No Tap Bowling Tournament on Saturday, October 2, 2 0 0 4 . Registration and check-in starts at 1 p.m. The tournament starts at 2 p.m. sharp at Lone Star Lanes in Stephenville, Texas. The cost will be $25 per person, or $100 per team. Nine pins go down with first ball. No tap strike is the same as a regular strike. Cash prizes will be awarded. The amount depends on the number of entries. The tournament is open to the first 20 teams (four people per team). For more information or to register for the tournament, contact Wes at (254) 965-9402 or Sandra at (254) 9655953. —SPJST-
Lodge 247 San Marcos softball tourney this Saturday SPJST Lodge 247, San Marcos will hold its first co-ed softball tournament on Saturday, September 25, 2004, at the softball city fields in Lockhart. Guidelines: team double elimination;
entry fee $150 with $75 deposit required at the drawing on September 23 (non-refundable) at the softball city fields. Prizes Places to be awarded will be first through third. First Place trophy, 16 tee-shirts, two ball bags, two mvp shirts, one golden glove plaque Second Place trophy, 10 tee-shirts, one mvp shirt, one golden glove plaque Third Place trophy, five tee-shirts, one mvp shirt Other prizes to be announced during the event. Teams that register at drawing with $75 deposit on September 23 will have the team name put into the draw for a balance paid drawing. Only two teams win! Winners will be announced at the drawing. All others due before game time. No exceptions. For more information, contact Art Lopez or Roxanne Garza (512) 5200148; or Patricia Lopez (361) 7742721. The best of luck to all teams! —SPJST-
Birthday Club Sisters of Lodge 88, Houston The meeting started at 11:15 a.m. by President Marie Stayton with a prayer by Mary Kosut and the Pledge of Allegiance by Johnny Kosut. Helen Hegwood read an article, "I Am Your Flag." Johnny Kosut received a medal for Battle of the Bulge. It was a nice thing to do for Johnny Kosut. Secretary Bette Hurta was absent so Lowrina Lindemann took the minutes. She read the minutes, and they were passed. Lowrina Lindemann had the roll
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8NiSTNIK—Wednesday, September 22, 2004 call with 22 members present. Vice President Evelyn Zajicek asked for cooks for October, and they are Margie Anders and Evelyn Zajicek. Almeida Bravenec will work with the tea. Cake bakers are Mary Kosut, Evelyn Gutkowski, and Lydia Marsh. Sunshine Committee Mary Kosut sent get well cards to Viola Cox, King Hegwood, Lowrina Lindemann, Flo Orsag, Josephine Bishop, and Bess Witovec. Birthday cards were sent to Era Richards, Julie Kinnaman, Dixie Raskin, and Ellen Miculka. Treasurer Mary Quider was absent so there was no report. Ticket Chairman Bessie Dewer thanked everyone for bringing nice gifts for the table.
Old Business We had our trip to Austin. It was such a beautiful day. We had 38 people on the bus. We left Lodge 88 at 7 a.m. and got to IMAX at 9:45 a.m. We left the IMAX at 12:15 p.m. to go to Golden Corral to eat. We were all hungry. It was such a good dinner. We headed back home to Houston. We stopped in LaGrange to get kolaches. It was a good day for everyone. Thank you, Helen Hegwood and Ellen Miculka.
New Business The fiesta dinner or garage sale was discussed. We will talk about it at the October meeting. Calcutta was won by Helen Hegwood, Flo Orsag, and Josephine Buri. The prayer was by Helen Hegwood. She had a very nice prayer for all the servicemen; all the sick people, and a prayer for our meal. Then, we ate. Fraternally, Evelyn Zajicek —SPJST-
Christi Circle of Women Corpus
We had a somewhat low turnout for the September meeting, but having Lil Hruska with us again made up for that. Lil's daughters, Evelyn Lovelace and Doris Fariss, and her son in-law, Frank Farris, brought her to the meeting and brought the birthday cake to celebrate Lil's 93rd birthday, which is September 8. It was great to have Lil in attendance. as she has been unable to come to many of our meetings due to lack of transportation and frail health. She is now in the Palms Nursing Home on Everhart and is faring better than when she was on her own. Welcome back, Lil, and happy birthday! Dorothy McCoy was not at this meeting, but called earlier to ask me to remind our members to bring baked goods to the Sokol Hall at 10 a.m. on September 16 so that she could take them to the Sunnybrook Nursing Home for a "16 de Septiembre" celebration. Our Circle has adopted this nursing home,and we periodically provide baked goods or things like filled Easter baskets for the residents. Jerry Elzner was present and thanked everyone for the flowers and
calls and cards sent his way after his second hospitalization in six week& time, frst for pneumonia and then for a blood clot. It was good to have him back, and we hope that he has a full recovery. For next month's meeting in observance of Halloween, those who wish to, can come dressed in costume to bring out the kid in all of us. We were also reminded that October is the month that we renew our dues to the Circle. We then handed out door prizes, recited our motto, and enjoyed a hearty lunch and good fellowship. Fraternally, Becky Elzner —SPJST-
Circle of Czech Women Krouiek Ceslolch Zen Dallas
Our President Bertha Podhrasky was in a car wreck last week. She was broad-sided by a car that was trying to make a light before it changed. She had bruises and a hairline fracture of her hip. She said the airbags saved her from more serious injuries. We were glad to see her make the meeting. She attended and presided over the meeting. Esther Cunningham led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Bertha welcomed 15 members and three men guests. Esther said we had no minutes of the last meeting. We will use Evelyn's letter as the minutes. Secretary Faye Wright sent a letter of resignation which Esther read. She said she enjoyed all of the dear sisters and will miss them. We will miss her, too. Bessie Petr said she was sorry to hear that she resigned. Bessie made a motion that we send a letter of apology to Faye and ask her to come back. Faye sent all of the minutes and discs. She could not find a ledger book to fit the pages of the minutes typed on the computer which everyone is using now. The secretary's position is vacant. Carole Faraizl volunteered to take the job temporarily. The job is still open for Faye to come back. Rosie Julius gave the treasurer's report, and she said that we did not send a donation to the gift shop of Veterans Hospital in memory of Marie Toberney in November, 2003. A motion was made that we send the donation now to keep our records straight. The treasurer's report was accepted after the change was made. We need a correspondence secretary. Bertha says she hopes to fill that position next month. Evelyn Trojacek was asked to take it, and she said she would think about it. Bessie Tydlaska read the names of the birthdays this month. "Happy Birthday" was sung in Czech (compliments of Carolyn Nemec, Carole Faraizl, and Monika Kracalikova of the Mini Fortunae Dance Troupe). Joyce Moore, our Sunshine Lady, was absent. She called Evelyn Cechan and gave her the names of the cards she sent. She sent thinking of you
cards to Libbie Elsik, Helen Pokladnik. and Bertha Podhrasky. News of Members Libbie Elsik broke her shoulder and had surgery. She is now undergoing therapy. Her new address is: Pleasant Manor Rehab Center, 3650 South 1-35, Room 609 B, Waxahachie, Texas 75165. We hope she is better soon. Bessie Petr gave a report of Bertha Malik, and she said she was doing better and hopes to return for our meetings. We hope to see her soon.
Announcements American Culture report was given by Bertha. She said the plans are almost complete for the Ethnic Day at the State Fair of Texas. The date is October 3, at the African American Museum. Evelyn Cechan read the schedule. Bertha asked for volunteers to work either selling kolaches or sitting at the table of the displays and literature Carolyn Nemec and Evelyn Cechan volunteered. If you can work, call Bertha Podhrasky at (214) 3741537. Bessie Petr will have her delicious food. Bessie Petr invited everyone to come to the 33rd Annual CzechFest at Lodge 84, Dallas on September 19. A Czech dinner will be served, and there will be booths, games, and a free dance by the Vanek Czech Band. The Dallas-Ennis Fraternal Council meeting is at Ennis KJT on Monday September 13 at 7: 30 p.m. Bob Podhrasky said the Dallas Symphony Orchestra has invited the Ambassador from the Czech Republic to be their guest on October 18. The Prazak String Quartet will be at SMU on October 19. Sokol is going to have a reception for the Quartet and the Ambassador. More details next month. Our theme this month was school days. Everyone was asked to bring what you would pack in a school lunch. We had two speakers. Carolyn Nemec gave a short report of her
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National Cemetery Association annual meeting October 9 Czech
The Czech National Cemetery Association annual meeting will be held on Saturday, October 9 at 2:30 p.m. in the community room of the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. For further information, please contact Helen A. Vrana (979) 532-3622; or Helen Kelner (281) 342-2624. —SPJST-
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In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 48, Beyersville, Texas and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge brother, ROSS CLOUD, who on Wednesday, September 8, 2004, celebrated his 80th birthday by going home to his heavenly Father. Ross was born to Stephen Ross Cloud and Millie Rundberg Cloud in Hutto, Texas on September 8, 1924. Being a lifelong member of the Methodist Church, Ross faithfully served his Lord in the Taylor Tenth Street Methodist Church and the Thrall Methodist Church. After farming for many years in the Hoxie-Thrall area, he and his loving wife, Lillian Pearson Appel Cloud, moved to Taylor. She preceded him in death on April 12, 2002. Survivors include daughters, Janice Cloud Dishman, Janet Appel Owen, and Carolyn Appel Shinn; son, Stephen Lee Cloud; grandchildren, Audra Dishman Herod, Dan David Dishman, Sheree Owen Bailey, Cindy Owen Elbrecht, Teresa Shinn Neal, Linnea Shinn Costas, Dianna Shinn Cooper, Alan Leonard Shinn, Jason Cloud, and Paula Cloud Hudson; and 18 great-grandchildren including the newest one, Carson Ross Cloud. Pallbearers were grandsons, Dan Dishman, Jason Cloud, Roger Bailey, Tim Elbrecht, Don Neal, Tom Costas, Dan Cooper, and Alan Shinn. Visitation was held on Friday evening, September 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Providence Funeral Home in Taylor. Funeral services were held on Saturday, September 11, at 2 p.m. at Providence Funeral Home. You are invited to share your words of comfort in an online tribute established at www.Providencefuneralhome.com to celebrate the life of Ross Cloud. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Ruth Ann Wuensche -SPJST-
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of Sympathy The Resolution Committee, on behalf of Lodge 54, West, wishes to express our sympathy to the bereaved family of MILDRED E. HEITMILLER GROSSMAN, age 86, of West, who passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2004. Funeral services were held Friday, July 30 at First United Church in West with the Reverend Gene Kotrla officiating. Burial was held at Closner Cemetery. Visitation with family and friends was from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 29 at BrookView Funeral Home. Mildred was born March 28, 1918,
to Ernest William and Mary Kreder Heitmiller in Ross. She married Henry F. Grossman on October 9, 1937. He died on April 2, 1995. She graduated from the Ross School and West High School Class of 1935. Mildred was a member of the First United Church all her life and worked with the women's guild and Sunday school. She retired from the Lorch Company of West as a seamstress. Hobbies included genealogy and sewing. She was also a member of SPJST Lodge 54 of West and the Ross Extension Homemakers Club. Mildred is preceded in death by her parents; two infant brothers; and her husband, Henry F. Grossman. Survivors include daughter, Nancy Vidrine of West; son, Gordon H. Grossman of Mabank; brother, Gene Heitmiller and wife, Charlene of West; sisters, Gladys Willig of West and Ruth Ann Cozby and husband, Edwin of Lubbock; grandchildren, Mark Riggins and wife, Julie, Jeremy Vidrine and wife, Christina, Gregory Grossman and wife, Catherine, and Ginger Whiteaker and husband, Jeff; and 10 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Gregory Grossman, Dale Heitmiller, Douglas Heitmiller, Larry Heitmiller, Mark Riggins, and Jeremy Vidrine. Memorials may be made to the West Library; Closner Cemetery; or Hillcrest Hospice. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of BrookView Funeral Home in Waco. May she rest in peace. Resolution Committee Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik Marcela Vaculik -SP.IST-
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of Sympathy On behalf of Lodge 54, West, the Resolution Committee wishes to express our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge member, LILLIAN M. NEMECEK, age 91 of West, who passed away Saturday afternoon, August 14, 2004, in West Rest Haven. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, August 16 in Kotch Funeral Home in West. Rosary was recited at 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 17 in St. Mary's Church of the Assumption in West followed by Lillian Nemecek Mass of Christian burial at 10:15 a.m., with Reverend Ed Karasek, as celebrant. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery in West. Mrs. Nernecek was born December 7, 1912, in West and had lived in the West area most of her life. She gradu-
ated from West High School and after high school, she worked at the McLennan County Courthouse for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office. Mrs. Nemecek, the former Lillian Cervenka, married Raymond Nemecek on July 15, 1935, in West. She was a member of St. Mary's Church of the Assumption in West; Catholic Daughters of America Court 829; St. Mary's PTC Choir; SPJST Lodge 54, West; West Community Hospital Auxiliary; and the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 4819 of West. During World War II, she was employed in San Diego, California, in the Navy Department Officers Store. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Nemecek of West; son, Tim Nemecek of West; brothers, Robert Cervenka and wife, Lucille of Waco, Edward Cervenka and wife, Carolyn of Dallas, and Raymond Cervenka and wife, Evelyn of Austin; and several nieces and nephews. Active pallbearers were Richard Hlavenka, Alfred Hlavenka, James Middlebrook, Bob Cervenka, William Karlik, and Scott Hobbs. Honorary pallbearers were Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 4819 and Catholic Daughters of America Court 829. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Parish Center or to the West Volunteer Ambulance Association. Funeral services were held under the direction of Kotch Funeral Home in West. May she rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik Marcela Vaculik -SPJST-
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Reunions Surovik-Nedbalek families The Surovik-Nedbalek reunion will be held September 26, at the Sins Center in Bellville, Texas. Contact Lillian Beasley for more information at (979) 272-8265.
Ondrasek-Surovik families The Ondrasek-Surovik families will hold their reunion on Sunday, October 3, at Cooks Point Community Center, 300 FM 1362 South, Caldwell, Texas 77836. For more information, call (979) 272-8789.
Zavodny family The 12th Annual Zavodny Family Reunion will be held Sunday, October 3 at the Seaton Community Center in Seaton, beginning at 10:30 a.m. A catered lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. Donations for the prize drawing and auction will be greatly appreciated. For more information and to RSVP for the meal, please contact Milton and Martha Zavodny at (254) 983-3378.
Poboril-SvobodaCabla families The annual reunion of the family and descendants of Vaclav and Barbara Poboril - Svoboda - Cabla will be held on Saturday, October 9, at the Seaton Community Center in Seaton, Texas. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. with lunch served at noon. Each family is asked to bring a dessert or vegetable dish. Meat, drink, bread, and dinnerware will be provided. Dues are $5 per adult and $2 per child under 12 years of age. Everyone is also asked to bring a "white elephant" gift for the annual gift exchange. For more information, you may contact Jo Anne Garner (254) 7165424.
Trlica-Kopecky families The 50th Annual Trlica-Kopecky Reunion has been set for Sunday, October 10 at the Moravia Parish Hall in Moravia, Texas. Registration will start at 10 a.m., and lunch will be served at 12 noon. Each family is asked to bring a side dish and a dessert. Bread and drinks will be furnished. September 25 Joe Sebek and Frances Koslovsky Sebek families-at SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone, Flag Hall. For more information, call (254) 985-2361. Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereaftel; and until the week of the reunion date, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Thank you!
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Wing's Trote600k by Joshua Siptak 2004-2005 SPJST State King I've just had the pleasure of being in the Westfest Parade along with my brother, State Duke Mark Siptak, State Queen Jessica Schumann, and State Duchess Sara Sump on Saturday, September 3, 2004. Our day started out early in the morning. Everyone met at Adolf Volcik's house in West, Texas, at about 8:30 a.m. We enjoyed the visit with Mr. Volcik and his daughter and son-in-law, Jadine and Wilburn Willis. Their hospitality was greatly appreciated. We then were chauffeured to downtown West by SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek where Melanie Zavodny and her husband David were waiting for us with their Corvettes. We enjoyed riding in the parade in the Corvettes. We definitely felt like royalty. Thanks, Melanie and David! We enjoyed seeing our families and some SPJST members and officers out in the crowd. After the parade, we were treated to a lunch at a wonderful downtown restaurant in West called the Czech American Restaurant. After we ate lunch, we went to the Westfest Fairgrounds. We went to the Cultural Amphitheater where we were privileged to watch many different groups perform We also got to watch the parade of Czech costumes. Brian Vanicek then introduced us to the crowd at the Cultural Amphitheater. The rest of the afternoon was spent roaming around the fairgrounds. There was plenty of polka music, food, rides, and arts and crafts. We'd like to thank Brian Vanicek and his family for all of the arrangements that they took care of to make this day one that we'll always remember.
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood Youth Club donates to Caritas Dear Readers, Hope everyone has had a nice summer. I am busy playing football and going to school. We had lunch for Grandparent's Day. Everyone seemed to enjoy the meal. We will be starting crafts for Christmas in a few weeks. We made donations to Caritas for the needy. We need to get Christmas ornaments made for the District Three Fall Meeting on October 24. Fraternally, Brad Dulock —SPJST-
Lodge 6 Cottonwood youth members perform at Westfest Dear Vestnik Readers, We took cakes to the nursing home on the first Wednesday of the month, we performed gymnastics at Westfest,
Lodge 17, New Tabor Welcomes New Youth Club Member
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and we prepared and served lunch for the grandparents at our lodge. It has been very busy around here with all the activities going on and with school. I hope everyone is doing well. Happy birthday to my little sister, Bracy! Her birthday was September 13, and happy birthday to my big brother, Britt! His birthday is September 26. Fraternally Yours, Brooke Craig, 16 —SPJST-
Lodge 6 Cottonwood Youth Club serves lunch to grandparents Dear Readers, We have been very busy this month! We have taken cakes to the nursing home, tumbled at Westfest, and prepared and served lunch to the grandparents. I said an extra prayer on September 11 for all the people who died that terrible day and for everyone who is still fighting for our right to be free. Sincerely, Bracy Craig, 11 —SPJST-
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ityg State Royalty visits with Mr. Adolph Volcik of Lodge 54, West and SPJST representatives. Pictured with Mr. Volcik, front, are, from left, State Duchess Sara Sump, Supreme Lodge Legal Advisor Drew Popelka, State Queen Jessica Schumann, State King Joshua Siptak, State Duke Mark Siptak, and Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek.
Lodge 24, Cyclone youth club plays with prize winnings Dear Readers, Our scrapbook and poster won first place at State YAD! With the prize money, our youth club got to go to the movies and arcade at the mall. We had 14 members present and guests and adults, too. I had fun getting candy and winning points at Tilt with Sam and Trevor. The next meeting is October 2 at Czech Heritage Day at Flag Hall. Stephanie Vanicek, 12 —SPJST-
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Parading through West, Texas Congratulations to Lodge 183, Arlington Youth Club for receiving the Second Place Non-Commercial award at the Westfest Parade in West on September 4. The youth club is under the direction of Youth Leader Kay Gerlich Weeks. food court in the mall. We had a short meeting. After that, our youth leader passed out $5 bills to go to the movies, Tilt, or shopping. I went to Tilt and got lots of points! I also had fun playing with my friends. Fraternally, Sam Vanicek, 10 —SPJST-
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Our September meeting of Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club was held on August 29, 2004, at the Taiton hall meeting room. We called the meeting to order and read old business. We then discussed new business including the SPJST Barbecue Membership Drive held September 11 and 12 at Taiton Hall. Prize drawing ticket books were passed out to all members interested in selling them. Everyone was strongly encouraged to participate in this very important membership drive. We also had our door prize drawing and charity contributions for the golf tournament. We presented letters about State YAD. The meeting was adjourned. We had refreshments and went home. Jarret Dluhos, 15 —SPJST-
202 Jourdanton youth plan to attend food forum Lodge
Hello, SPJST Members. On September 12, 2004, Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club held its monthly meeting. Before the meeting, the adult lodge served a brisket and sausage plate, and youth members provided side dishes and desserts. Everything was delicious. We enjoyed games and door prizes. We discussed Make a Difference Day, and several members accepted County Extension Agent Mrs. Osbourn's invi-
tation to attend the 4-H Food Forum on September 25. We will donate canned goods and personal care items at the food forum. We also discussed Fall Fun Day and the Christmas ornament contest. Youth club members presented homemade cards and flowers to all the grandparents present for Grandparents Day. Our next meeting will be held on October 3. Respectfully, Domingo Gonzales III, 11 Reporter —SPJST-
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Hello, SPJST Members. I wanted to say that I had a fun time at summer camp this year. This was my first time at SPJST camp. We had a lot of activities. I really liked the treasure scavenger hunt we had. I also had a lot of fun at State YAD. I enjoyed seeing the talent show, special category, and winning two trophies and the President's Service Award. I am also happy because our youth club won third place for our poster. I liked the treasure chest cakes, too. I can't wait for next year. Respectfully, Vanessa Gonzales, 7 —SPJST-
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a) motion in front of sth., before s.o. Nage auto pfedjel rych19 italsk9 vUz — Our car was overtaken by a fast Italian car. Dovolte, abych yam pfedlo2i1 tento navrh. —Allow me to present (submit) to you the following proposal. Predvolali ho k soudu za svedka. — He was summoned as a witness before the court. Hodinky se mi pfedchazej1.— My watch is fast. b) to do sth. earlier, in advance, before sth. else; to prepare for sth. Ostnl zkou gce pfedchazi pfsemn9 test. —The oral exam is preceded by a written test. Piedplatil jsem si ten easopis. — I subscribed for the magazine. V televizi pfedpovidali na dne g ek g patne poeasf. — The TV weather forecast for today was very bad. pri- : a) motion towards some object, to its vicinity vlak plijel. —The train arrived. Na dal gi stanici pfistoupil nejak9 start' elovek. —On the next station, an old man got into the train (= joined the passengers). Potfebuju prisit knoflik.— I need to sew a button on. Tabulku se jmenem pfi grouboval na dvefe. — He screwed the plate with his name to the door. b) to add (later), to do sth. later, to complete sth. by Polevka je mak) sland, potfebuje pfisolit. —The soup needs some salt. Napsal jsem dopis babiece. Jestli chceg, mazes tam pfipsat taky par fadek. —You may add a few lines to my letter to our grandmother, if you like. Myslim, ze tech chlebiekii nebude dost pro v gechny; musig jegte nejake pfidelat. — You must prepare some more sandwiches; we wouldn't have enough for everybody. c) to do sth. partially Mu'Iete to okno trochu priviit? Zaand tady b9t zima.— Would you mind closing the window a bit more? Prosim oholit a trochu pfistfrihnout vlasy.— A shave and a haircut, please. Just a trim. Konflikt se pfiostfil. —The conflict grew sharper.
Institute of Texan Cultures Supreme Lodge Chairnan and District Seven Director Bob Bayer tours the Czech collection housed in the University of Texas Institute of Texan Cultures in San Antonio. Accompanying Brother Bayer is Texas Folklife Festival Director Jo Ann Andera. Now in its 34th year and hosted by the Institute, the Texas Folklife Festival begins on Thursday, June 9, 2005, and continues through Sunday, June 12, 2005. More than 10,000 individuals and their organizations representing more than 40 ethnic grounds from throughout the state come together to participate in this annual cultural celebration by prodiving vistors with the history and customs of the ethnic origins that make Texas so special. roz- : a) motion to different directions; to divide, separate, spread Matka rozkrojila jablko a kaklemu &ten data polovinu.—The mother cut the apple into halves. Po pfeOten1 rortrhal dopis na kousky. — Having read the letter, he tore it into small pieces. Rozbalte ten balleek, prosim.— Unpack that parcel, please. Po pi-ednagce se studenti roze gli. —The students dispersed after the lecture. Dile rozlilo mleko. —The child spilled some milk. Maso z lednioky jegte nerozmrzlo. —The meat from the freezer has not thawed yet. Listonog roznagf dopisy. —The postman delivers letters. Chlapec rozebral kolo a potom ho neumel dat dohromady. —The boy took his bike to pieces and then did not know how to put it together. — Jan Holub —SPJST-
Czech Heritage Society offers scholarship The Czech Heritage Society of Texas is accepting applications for the Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship. The $500 stipend was established in memory of the late Victor Alfons Peter, who died in 1996. Peter was a retired businessman and a trustee of the Czech Heritage Society. Following the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia in 1989, he was instrumental in reestablishing relationships between the Czechs of Texas and the Old Country.
The Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior to help further his or her education. As part of their application, students will write a 300-word essay about a prominent personality in Czech or Texas-Czech history. In addition, a high school transcript, two letters of recommendation, 200-word autobiography, a 100-word statement explaining what he or she plans to study in college or at the university, list of 10 ways in which he or she has had contact with Czech cul-
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ture, and a cover sheet including the student's name, address, phone number, and high school's name, address, and phone number. Students do not have to be associated with the Czech Heritage Society or be of Czech origin to apply. The deadline for accepting scholarship applications for the Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship is February 28, 2005. Send application to: The Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship, 4117 Willowbend, Houston, Texas 77025. For additional information, interested parties may contact Patricia Parma, CHS Trustee, 3311 Carolina Way, Richmond, Texas 77469; or via phone (281) 342-4898. The Czech Heritage Society of Texas was founded in 1982 with the purpose of preserving and promoting Czech heritage in the state. —SPJSTLife
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Fraternal • • Activities and Entertainment LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE Sunday, October 17-Lickskillet Day in Fayetteville LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Lodge 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Note: Beginning in September 2004, lodge meetings will be held the first Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at the Country Star Restaurant, Collinsville, Texas. For information, call Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359; or Bill and Angie Heitzman (903) 437-5561. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, October 1-Social, games, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, October 3-RVOS 46 fall meeting Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten (254) 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 NOTE: The lodge meeting day and time has changed: Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the second Sunday of the month, 6 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, September 26-Harry Czarnek The Texas Dutchmen, polkas/waltzes/mix, 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) 2813711. Lodge 18 is Non-Smoking.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, October 2-Czech Heritage Day: Dance by the Vrazel Polka Band, 7 to 11 p.m. Special guest Miss Texas 2004, Jamie Story. A silent auction will be held during the dance. See Lodge Letters Section for details. 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 25, ENNIS Saturday, October 2-Dining room rental Sunday, October 3-Youth club meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, October 9-Ira Braford and Busting Loose Band, c/w Sunday, October 10-Jimmy Gomez, c/w, 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday, October 14-Lodge meeting, 8 p.m. Saturday, October 16-wedding Sunday, October 17-RVOS 51 meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, October 23-Rental Sunday, October 24-Shower Monday, October 25-SPJST Sales Seminar
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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) 8752156. 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/September 24, 25-Wedding Sunday, October 10-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.
Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations, or more information, please call the hall (972) 875-8381 and leave a message.
Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Youth club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 South in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Svatek (979) 543-3044; or (979) 6482317/lodge hall.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December.
LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, 7 p.m.
LODGE 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 47, SEATON Saturday, September 25-Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, October 2-Private Saturday, October 9-Lodge Fund ch for details. Raiser. Wat Saturday, October 16-Open Saturday, October 23-Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, October 30-Private
LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, September 24-Outlaws Friday, Saturday/September 24, 25-Barbecue Cookoff. See Lodge Letters Section for details. 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.
Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Saturday night dance time is from 7 to 11 p.m. Hall opens at 6 p.m. Hall phone: (254) 985-2548. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. For rentals, please call Edwin Pechal (254) 985-2282.
LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m.
LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.
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 desserts.
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 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 meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. The hall is located at 10450 FM 619, four miles southeast of Taylor. For hall rentals, please contact Bonnie Wolf (512) 3653733.
LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.
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LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Department. LODGE 54, WEST Sunday, December 4-100th Anniversary Party Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June, and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night); or (254) 826-5343 (day). LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m. LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Youth club meetings, 2 p.m. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 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 "Donna's No. 1-75-1052324-8. Kitchen" will be open. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless notified otherwise. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 8529982; or (361) 854-8423. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Sunday, September 26-Holland Ambulance Service Benefit Saturday, October 2-Lodge meeting, 4 p.m. Sunday, October 3-Youth club meeting, 4 p.m. Saturday, October 23-Bartlett Youth Boosters Benefit Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Luncheon served at noon, and the meeting follows.
Wednesday, September 22, 2004-VESTNIK/15 LODGE 84, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 3524397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 8263557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 77361644 /home. LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, September 25-No Dance Saturday, October 2-Knights of Dixie, big band. *Dress code. $10 Saturday, October 9 -Vrazels, polka/variety. $7 Saturday, October 16 -G us Lindemann, big band. *Dress code. $11 Saturday, October 23-Bobby Jones, polka/variety. $6 Saturday, October 30-No dance Sunday, October 31-Czech Day: music by the Travelers, polka/variety. 3 to 7 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. 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, 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted. LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month, 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, 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 Sunday, October 3-Lodge 139, Danbury Membership Barbecue at Skrabanek Park, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. For information, call (979) 922-1279; or (979) 922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are now held every second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, October 10-Lodge meeting
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 meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for weddings or parties, call (713) 8626291 after 4 p.m.
LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified.
LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Friday, September 24-Dave Alexander Sunday, October 3-Randy and the Road House Band, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, October 17-Czech and Then Some, 2 to 6 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday. Family Night-first and third Tuesdays. Country/western music on the first Sunday and polka/waltz music on third Sunday every month from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Ballroom dancing on Friday night. Refer to the SPJST Vestnik and listen to KBEC 1390-AM on Sundays at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3FM at 2 p.m. for more news of our activities. Tune in KAAM-AM 770 for some easy listening music. For your large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, please call Joyce (817) 624-1361. National Hall, SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Phone (817) 624-1361. LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are held on the 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, 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, 7:30 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 .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 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date, and time. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of the month at 7 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 3 p.m. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Sunday, October 10-Lodge Meeting at Ole Gin Steak House in Wall, 1 p.m. Dutch treat lunch at 12:15 p.m. 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, October 2-Country Now and Then Hall is located at 3609 Preston. Executive board and Trustees meet on the second 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. 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 (713) 946-7350. Lodge phone (281) 4873297. 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. 174-18083907. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview. LODGE 179, WARRENTON Note: There will be not August meeting. The next lodge meeting will be on September 9. 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 I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call (972) 435-2286; (817) 558-2400; or (817) 295-3483. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month, 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, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 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, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of Febi-uary, April, June, August, October, and December. LODGE 186, CALDWELL Youth club meetings are on the first Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall unless otherwise announced. Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-2073309541002. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meeting and program are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 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.
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BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Please note: Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 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 Wednesday, September 22-East Texas Cloggers, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, September 24-Polka Dots/Joel Towers; Free dance lesson, 7 to 7:30 p.m.; Bobbie Lee Friday Regular dance until 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 29-East Texas Cloggers, 6 to 8 p.m. Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 6 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. For lodge rentals, call Lonnie Flowers (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 202, Jourdanton meetings are the first Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center unless otherwise announced. Youth Club meets the same day and place at 1:45 p.m. 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/her. 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, 7 p.m. Agents meet every Monday, 6:30 p.m. at New Covenant Church in Hondo to turn in applications. For information or location, contact Juan Lopez (830) 6881027; Tereso Hernandez (210) 3643620; or Tammy Hernandez (210) 3783887. LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS Saturday, September 25-First CoEd Softball Tournament Lockhart City Softball Fields, Lockhart, Texas. Contact Arthur Lopez, Sr. or Roxanne Garza (512) 620-0148; or Patricia Lopez (361) 774-2721. Lodge meetings are held the last Sunday at 2 p.m. at a place to be determined. Call Art Lopez at (512) 620-0148 for more information.
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Please direct your lodge officer updates and/or corrections to the Office of the Secretary-Treasurer (800) 727-7578. Thank you District One Lodge 1, Fayetteville President/FAC Glenn Pflughaupt Vice President Betty Heinsohn Secretary Irene Polansky Treasurer Brenda Minarcik Y.L. Ronnie Pflughaupt Lodge 189, Bryan College-Station President Albert Ray Scasta Vice President Henry Mayo Second Vice President/FAC Claudia Pine Secretary/Treasurer/Financial Secretary/Reporter Charles Munday *Lodge 234, Lockhart District Two Lodge 15, Buckholts President Doug Williams Vice President Mary Chudej FAC/Secretary Dorothy Tomascik Treasurer Virginia Williams Reporter Hilda Burtis Lodge 18, Elgin President Mike Mogonye Vice President/FAC Aleen Jaecks Secretary Shirlene Matetzschk Treasurer Glenward Matetzschk Financial Secretary Agnes Rupp Reporter Irene Vrabel Youth Leader Mary Ryan Lodge 48, Beyersville President Sid Srnensky Vice President/FAC Bobby Wuensche Second Vice President Bonnie Wolf Secretary Linda Wuensche Treasurer Bonnie Urbanek Reporter Curtis Stewart Youth Leader Denisse Wuensche Assist. Y.L. Juanette Susan Lodge 80, Holland President Frank Pajestka, Jr. Vice President G.L. Brisbin FAC Melissa Vrabel Secretary Linda Hill Treasurer Glen Latham Reporter Estelle Coker Youth Leaders Gracie and Jason Schlickeisen Lodge 177, Academy President Kathy Fritz First Vice President Louis Driska Second Vice President Helen Bland FAC Jackie Beck Secretary/Reporter Joanne Hutka Treasurer Josie Mitchell Youth Leader Linda Wagner
Lodge 187, Round Rock President David "Red" Oman Vice President Logan Bartz FAC/Reporter Margie Haas Secretary Deborah Rohlack Treasurer Rubie Volek Bartz Financial Secretary Joann Oman Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy President Bob Miracle First Vice President/FAC/ Financial Secretary Dan Ferguson Second Vice President Allen Trigg Secretary/Treasurer Linda Roming Reporter Leonard Mikeska Youth Leader Monica Ferguson Lodge 221, Harker Heights President Jim Wiest Secretary/Treasurer Ann Paruzinski Youth Leader Suzy Wiest
District Four Lodge 73, Seymour President Ed Blankenship Vice President/FAC Patricia Tomanek Secretary/Reporter Alice Orsak Treasurer/Financial Secretary Peggy Blankenship Lodge 76, Wichita Falls President Mary Jane Michna Vice President/FAC Aileen Pokorny Secretary/Treasurer Mary Ann Cook Reporter Dianna Ibarra Lodge 215, South Plains President Michael Angeley Vice President/FAC Kelly Draper Secretary Nancy Williams Youth Leader Janeece Williams
*Lodge 246, Morgan's Point District Three Lodge 6, Cottonwood President Johnnie Krizan First Vice President Ray Perez Second Vice President Milton Peterson FAC/Secretary Barbara Hykel Treasurer/Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka Financial Secretary George Straten Reporter Stella Perez Assist. Y.L. Lydia Dobecka Lodge 54, West President Wilburn Willis Vice President Freddie Kaluza FAC/Financial Secretary Maxine Sefcik Secretary/Reporter Anne Emery Treasurer Mary Lou Mynar Lodge 66, Waco President George Pauling Vice President/FAC Mary Alice Langlotz Secretary Dana McAdams Treasurer/Financial Secretary Darlene Engelke Reporter Dorothy Veselka Youth Leader Debbie Galler Assist. Y.L. Diana Engelke Lodge 92, Fort Worth President Gordon Hubenak Vice President/FAC Martha Durham Secretary Al Kercho Treasurer Kenneth Krivanek Financial Secretary Mary Krivanek Reporter Gaye Krengle Youth Leader Teri Turner Perez Assist. Y.L. Gayle Fuller Lodge 178, Longview President Viola Kocian Vice President/FAC Floyd Snider Secretary/Treasurer/Financial Secretary Mildred Wiesner *Lodge 224, Waxahachie *Lodge 253, Mineral Wells
Lodge 229, Abilene President Janice Stevens Vice President Susie Hudson Secretary Lisa Smith Treasurer Tammy Coupland Reporter Sherry Moore Youth Leader Leta Cross Assist. Y.L. Mark Stevens District Five Lodge 91, Crosby President Chester Stasney Vice President Malba Smesny FAC Marie Stasney Secretary Vonda Smesny Treasurer Evelyn Wotipka Lodge 162, Iowa Colony President Janet Rawlinson Vice President Betty Crawford FAC/Secretary/Reporter Geraldine Kucera Frank Treasurer/Financial Secretary Judie Divin Youth Leader Brenda Moyle Assist. Y.L. Lynn Bourque Lodge 172, Pasadena President Robert Mayfield First Vice President/FAC Lillia Mae Peter Second Vice President/ Reporter Julius Zella Secretary Karen Warren Treasurer Tony Tucker Financial Secretary Helen Schewe Youth Leader Jo Mayfield Assist. Y.L. Linda Bailey Lodge 175, Rosenberg President/Treasurer/ Financial Secretary/ Reporter Pat Parma Secretary Guenter Merkle District Six Lodge 4, Hallettsville President Joe Siptak Vice President/FAC Annie Vahalik Secretary/Treasurer Helen Zabransky Reporter Patsy Zabransky Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus Assist. Y.L. Susan Siptak
Lodge 8, Weimar President Leo Jares Vice President Rosie Shumbera FAC Erline Janik Secretary Joann Jares Treasurer Henrietta Veselka Lodge 23, Moravia President Albert Olsovsky Vice President Marilyn Palmquist FAC Millie Berger Secretary Kathleen Guenther Treasurer/Financial Secretary Eddie Vrana Lodge 30, Taiton President/Reporter Karen Kaspar Vice President Yvonne Marcaurele FAC/Secretary Wanda Dorotik Treasurer/Youth Leader Lisa Bubela Lodge 32, Victoria President Franklin Elles Vice President Adolf Motal FAC Kathy Ahistrom Secretary/Reporter Mary Raska Treasurer Lois Elles Youth Leader Yvonne Machicek Assist. Y.L. Rodney Horelka Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje President Ardis Bacak Vice President/Assist. Y.L. Debbie Sczech FAC Dee Floyd Secretary Sheldon Holub Treasurer Lorraine Kana Youth Leader Jennifer Kunetka
District Seven Lodge 79, Corpus Christi President Jerry Sijansky Vice President Frank L. Sacky FAC Jerry Elzner Secretary/Reporter Helen Pavelka Treasurer Larry W. Wilks Youth Leader Frances Klanika Lodge 133, San Antonio President Jarolyn Popp Vice President/ FAC Vicki Reese Secretary/Treasurer/Reporter Michelle Popp Lodge 202, Jourdanton President Jeff Barta First Vice President Jose M. Huizar Second Vice President/FAC Mary Ann Barta Secretary Bettie House Treasurer Melba Novosad Youth Leader Joan Wiederhold Assist. Y.L. Belenda Barta Assist. Y.L. Brenda Gonzales *Lodge 217, Alice Lodge 239, Hondo President Terry Hernandez Vice President Juan Lopez Secretary Xavier Guedea Treasurer Tammy Hernandez Youth Leader Martha Marez Lodge 247, San Marcos President Pete Sierra Vice President Art Lopez Secretary Roxanne Garza Treasurer Gloria Sierra Youth Leader Patricia Lopez Assist. Y.L. Bobby Cast *Lodge 251, Pearsall
Lodge 97, Placedo President Yvonne Garrett First Vice President Shirley Schaefer Second Vice President Jackie Reid FAC Sylvia Bluhm Secretary Lanail Oslovsky Treasurer/Financial Secretary Dennis Vanek Reporter/Youth Leader Donna Vanek Lodge 151, Wharton President Madeline Shimek First Vice President Gerald Macha Second Vice President Ray Pilgrim FAC/Reporter Rita Vanek Secretary Dora Lee Kopecky Treasurer Carolyn Bucek Lodge 184, Moulton President Elmer Michna Vice President/ FAC Gary Wagner Secretary Gay Nell Bates Treasurer Johnnie Hoffman Financial Secretary James S. Filipp *Lodge 223, Palacios
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