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December 15, 2004
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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 Caller, 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
Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Mobile Phone: (254) 534-0807 email: melaniez@vvm.com
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
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PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1342 CR 403,
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK c/o 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
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. ERMAN . 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 - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064-- (830) 281-8246
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 Momingside, 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
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Holiday Open House a success The SPJST Holiday Open House and the Temple Christmas Parade were both postponed until Thursday, December 9 due to rainy weather. The events were originally scheduled for Monday, December 6. The evening of the 9th was beautiful. It was cool, but not cold. The atmosphere inside the SPJST Home Office was very warm and friendly, with hundreds of people attending the festivities. Thanks to the Home Office Staff for coordinating and assisting with the event and baking the cookies. As usual, it was a wonderful evening at the SPJST Home Office. 100 Pennies Drive A big thanks to all of you who have sent in your donation to the SPJST 100
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STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 1 Bill Orsak (979) 272-8902 Mobile: (979) 324-0056, Fax (979) 272-8902 DISTRICT 2 Zachary Kramer Mobile: (254) 541-5820 DISTRICT 3 Jerry Kucera, FIC (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 William (Billy) Rollwitz, FIC (325) 442-3038 or (325) 442-3141 (Home) DISTRICT 5 Lynn Johnsen, FIC, (281) 599-0952 Mobile: (281) 635-9293 email: spjst_sfr5@sbcglobal.net RICT 6 DIST Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Mobile: (979) 332-1616 email: kkaspar@wcecnet.net DISTRICT 7 Hector Garcia (361) 749-1032 Mobile: (361) 548-5702 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR MICHAEL MORRIS (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-0681
STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR POSITION VACANT
December 18 December 18 December 19 December 19 December 19 December 19 December 23 December 24 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31 December 31
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 Momingside, 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
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SPJST Calendars Save a place on your wall for the 2005 SPJST Calendar. Expect to receive your calendar in the mail soon. They are currently being printed and will be mailed after completion.
Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. It is your generosity that provides many scholarships to SPJST's college students. Remember, every penny counts. If you have not mailed in your donation, please consider sending in a donation today. Coming Soon! Next year's membership campaign is titled "Challenge 2005," and the goal is 2,500 life insurance applications written. It's been an exciting 2004 in the Insurance Department. Check out the outstanding figures on page 3. They're awesome! Vestnik Holiday Deadlines
Please note the following deadlines for the Vestnik due to the Christmas and New Year's holidays: Vestnik dated December 29 Tuesday, December 21 at 12 noon Vestnik dated January 5 Tuesday, December 28 at 12 noon -SPJST---
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Lodge 97, Placedo Annual Christmas Party at Victoria Electric Co-op Building Lodge 65, Crosby Christmas Party/Meeting at Baytown Seafood Lodge 191, Lufkin Christmas. Dance Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Christmas Dinner/Meeting Lodge 107, Floresville Christmas Party/Meeting Lodge 133, San Antonio Christmas Luncheon Lodge 196, Houston-West Christmas Party Christmas Holiday • SPJST Home Office Closed Christmas Holiday • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 18, Elgin•New Year's Eve: Vrazels Lodge 24, Cyclone New Year's Eve: TC Taylor Lodge 29, Taylor New Year's Eve: The Lawmen Lodge 35, Elk New Year's Eve: Heart of Texas Road Gang Lodge 47, Seaton New Year's Eve: Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five Lodge 84, Dallas New Year's Eve: Clem Kubacek Lodge 88, Houston New Year's Eve: Gus Lindemann Lodge 92, Fort Worth New Year's Eve: Charlie Patteson Lodge 172, Pasadena New Year's Eve: Texas Star Lodge 180, Burleson New Year's Eve: Freddy Lovorn Lodge 191, Lufkin New Year's Eve: Glenn Lenderman Lodge 196, Houston-West New Year's Eve: Texas Drifters
INTEREST RATES 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 1 to 10 years 7.00% for 11 to 15 years
Universal Life I 5.50% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 4.50%
Universal Life H 5.50% for Annualized
Guaranteed Rate: 3.00%
Roth IRAs: Roth II
4.50% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 3.00%
Annuity
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
Annuity III
4.25% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 3.00%
Roth III
Certificates issued after 2-28-03
4.25% for Annualized Guaranteed Rate: 3.00%
Rates subject to change without notice.
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ĚFIC>IVfTl-IE VfCE>i:>~ESIDENT'S
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SPJST Monthly lnsuranc.e Report Through November 30, 2004
MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED Dist.
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198 477 247 230 256 569 1663 18
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$ 129,085.00 747,679.QO 1,890,000.00 1,011,928.00 1,010,125.00 1,226,546.00 2,577,384.00 200,000.00
$ 320,085.00 852,000.00 870,000.00 1,398,882.00 556,647.00 1,771,767.00 1,623,470.00
$8,792,747.00
$7,392,851.00
$8,666,830.00 18,140,052.00 7,772,021.00 10,545,691.00 9,649,273.00 20,200,545.00 48,018,913.00 554,508.00
$7,418,830.00 14,354,373.00 5,065,021.00 8,581,961.00 6, 126,273.00 15,054,273.00 35,970,158.00 254,508.00
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Curtis Marg Curtis Robert Karen Franklin Sandy Haiduk James Havran Barbara Holman Mark Huber Rochelle Huber Elda Miramontes Francisco Miramontes Irene Plata Susan Shofner Jose Valdez Norma Valdez Gloria Zwahr Herbert Zwahr Bowyn Bauer Kirbey Cufr Bailey Fritsch Sharon Fritsch Robert Froebe! Ruth Froebe! Irene Polansky Raymond Sustaita Elizabeth Vahalik Jonathan Vahalik Helen Zabransky Dean Carender Jack Carender Brooke Craig Traci Dobecka Whitney Dobecka Barbara Hykel Dorothy Kucera Michael Moore Mary Neckar Amelia Peterson JoAnn Jares Leo Jares Rosie Shumbera Karen Woods Erline Janik Becka Hayden Landon Eldridge Stacey Eldridge
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Ann Schoeneman James Schoeneman Morgan Sebesta Marie Shelter Sue Ellen David Conni Korth Dale Korth Ricky Korth Sharon Russell Carla West Mary Chudej Dorothy Tomascik Doug Williams Virginia Williams Kolby Kahlden Shelby Norman Tyler Sandner Kyle Skrabanek Charlie Anderson Evelyn Gustafson Aleen Jaecks Jim Mogonye Katie Mogonye Sam Morgan Alex Roehlke Mary Ryan Lorene Vaculik Margaret Campbell Bobby Hoelscher Lisa Kirby Donna Locke Wilbert Mikeska Peggy Sue Pancake Susie Stermer Joan Vanicek Sam Vanicek Stephanie Vanicek Rachel Clark Rita Holland Doreen Honza Margaret Krajca Madeline Clark Blake Ryan Jerrod Ryan A.J. "Tony"Kelner Helen Kelner Larry Beran Michelle Newsom Linda Pospisil Marie Ann Ripple PatriciaTalasak · Connor Vanecek
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Kyle Vanecek Shelly Wiegand Debra Haag Kenna Bubela Wanda Dorotík Leroy Kaspar Dylan Treumer Karen Kaspar Peggy Gutierrez Ardis Bacak Bradley Bacak Josephine Bacak Norma Canas Delia (Dee) Floyd Angela Garcia Patricia Garcia Lee Hamons Annie Mae Henry Karen Holub Darlene Janak Jennifer Kunetka Alice Laitkep Leona Macha Edith Molberg Frankie Norris Tony Pall Marina Salinas Mary Jo Salinas Tony Salinas Ashley Sczech Debbie Sczech Kathryn Zbranek Lillian Bartek Crystal Bartek Heidi Bartek Tricia Begesse Debbie Dohnalik Sandra Dubcak Lisa Greger Cynthia Hutka Debbie Klinkovsky Crystal Morris Dorothy Pechal Neil Rabroker Calvin Skrabanek Dolores Skrabanek Katherine Morris Smith Dorothy Stuchly Doris Tyroch Donica Zabcik Ed Mokry Curtis Stewart Bonnie Wolf Denisse Wuensche Freddie Kaluza Janice Kaluza George Mynar Mary Mynar Kyle Janak Hunter Mican Gladys Yates Elvira McCall Jill Sijansky Larry Wilks Nancy Wilks Dean Brisbin G.L. Brisbin Courtney Brummett · Daniel Hendrix Cyril Pajestka Helen Pajestka Risa Pajestka Victoria Pajestka Brittanie Plough Doni Powell Rita Spinn Amber Yeager Ashley Yeager Jennifer Andreason RichardAndreason Desiree Christman Bertha Capps Louise Baca Carolyn Filipp Mickey Hagen King Hegwood Helen Hegwood Mary Krippner Calvin Orsag Flo Orsag Josephine Pflughaupt Andy Baker Jimmy Baker Mandy Baker Patsy Baker Rodney Marek Tammy Martinez Dick Durham Martha Durham Bessie Ellsworth
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92 92 92 92 92 92 92 92 97 97 106 107 107 107 107 107 130 133 139 142 142 142 154 162 162 162 162 172 174 177 177 177 177 179 183 183 183. 186 186 186 186 186 186 186 186 187 187 191 191 196 196 200 200 200 200 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 204 204 221 221 221 223 223 229 229 229 229 229 233 233 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 239 246 246 246 246 247 247 247 247 247 247 247 247 247 247
Gayle Fuller Florence Greer Martha Janca Kenneth Krivanek Mary Krivanek Betty Matousek John Williams Evelyn Scaff Yvonne Garrett Jackie Reid Clarence Matula Liz Bielefeld Glenn Pruski Lian Pruski Wendy Pruski Travis Purchis Margaret Vrla Vicki Reese Lorenda Baldwin Alice Jochen Nelson Jochen Mary Kieschnick Anna Johnson Betty Crawford Geraldine Frank Avery Moyle Janet Rawlinson Joe Olivo Carol ~er Kathy ritz Linda Johnson Sue Moore Trissa Klement Ricky WeŠand Angeline tiborek Kay Weeks Tom Weeks Christian Brinkman Darlene Brinkman Linda Cannon Thomas Cannon Tana Guess Michelle Mendez Taylor Price Landra Teakell Gladtf Nelson Red man Jack Gartner Peggy Gartner Ro ert Castillo Betty Louis Peggy Brewer Corinne Kerr Ashley Rodgers Christina Ybarra Veronica Barta Ashley Buentello Michael Lasusa Domingo Gonzales, Ill Brenda Gonzales Vanessa Gonzalés Cassie Haiduk St~hen Hartman Be ie House Jesus Huizar Kimberly Huizar Amanda Lozano Melba Novosad Ariel R~es Xavier Wces Clarissa odriguez Devin Vasquez Raven Vasquez Joan Weiderhold Liliana Wiederhold Miranda Wiederhold Norman Kneschk Sandra Pierce Ann Paruzinski Judy Paul Jim Wiest Al Pena Rose Pena Patsy Adams Cody Cross Jesusita Hudson Cutter Starr Janice Stevens Debra Phillips Maynard Phillips Tammy Hernandez Tereso Hernandez Marcus Marez Martha Marez Pai~e Marez Fait Nuno Chastii Ortiz Esther arker Mercelita Parker Emma Villarreal Audra Bazilius Krystal Bazilius Emma Perry Melanie Zavodny Maria Banda Gregoria Cordova Victor Duran Ray Gutierrez Art Lopez, Sr. Lupe Loeez Patricia opez Gloria Sierra Pete Sierra Cheryl Signorelli -SPJST-
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SPJST records 3,626 applications written through November in Join Hands 2004 program Through the end of November, the SPJST received 3,626 applications for insurance and annuity certificates. The membership application goal of 2,345 in the Join Hands 2004 membership drive was reached in July. However, the membership campaign continues through the end of the year. In conjunction with SPJST's Join Hands 2004 program, local lodges have been assigned application quotas for the year. The lodge quota has been based
largely on past performance and perceived potential. The fourth column, "Youth Club Quota," applies to those lodges with youth clubs and reflects applications written for members between the ages of 0 and 17. "Youth Club" totals are applied toward the lodge's total quota. The sixth column, "Lodge Incentive Count," reflects the number of new certificates issued for the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program. —SPJST-
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Lodge No. Lodge Name 1 9 13 17 21 38 39 51 57 67 94 106 141 169 179 186 188 189 201 *234
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Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Lodge Applications Incentive Application Application Written Count Count Quota Current
Fayetteville Snook Dime Box New Tabor Engle Kovar Bryan Ellinger Gonzales Schulenburg Wheelock LaGrange Sealy Brenham Warrenton Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Luling
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Join Hands 2004 Applications Written Count
Lodge Incentive Count
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Lodge No. Lodge Name 15 18 20 24 29 47 48 74 80 87 89 155 171 174 177 182 187 200 221 *236 *237 246
Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton Beyersville Crockett Holland Temple Rosebud Austin Lockhart Rockdale Academy Falls County Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy Harker Heights Burnet West Austin Morgan's Point
Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Application Application Current Quota 10 35 20 35 60 50 10 10 50 25 10 10 10 10 25 10 25 10 15 10 10 10
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15 14 4 28 32 46 17 0 47 29 6 2 0 67 2 11 15 26 0 72 104
14 13 4 26 31 41 13 0 40 25 7 0 0 1 54 2 11 13 20 0 33 81
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Lodge No. Lodge Name 5
6 25 35 54 66 82 84 92 101 130 135 154 167 178 180 183 195 204 205 206 *210 *211 *216 *224 *226 *241 *244 "253
Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Ennis Dallas Fort Worth Gainesville Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Penelope Longview Burleson Arlington Cleburne Stephenville Terrell Mexia Fairfield Palestine Athens Waxahachie Corsicana Columbus Clarksville Mineral Wells
Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Applications Application Application Current Written Count Quota 25 60 25 10 25 55 10 25 25 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 15 10 10 10
16 10 9 16 16 14
14 50 14 2 24 36 0 27 27 0 2 2 4 0 11 7 18 0 1 1 4 2 0 0 6 3 0 0 20
Lodge Incentive Count 13 50 14 2 23 25 0 23 26 0 1 2 3 0 11 5 8 0 2 1 2 1 0 0 5 2 0 0 12
Lodge No. Lodge Name 49 73 76 157 160 *207 *209 215 *219 *222 229 *230 *235 *238 *242 *243 *245 *249 *256 *257
Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park Brownwood South Plains El Paso Vernon Abilene Midland Junction Goldthwaite Amarillo Snyder Fort Stockton Albany Denver City Alpine
Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Applications Application Application Written Count Current Quota 40 10 10 10 50 10 10 25 10 10 15 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
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24 3 38 13 17 6 0 70 0 1 37 5 0 0 7 0 0 8 1
Lodge Incentive Count 22 3 36 5 15 5 0 58 0 1 35 3 0 0 5 0 0. 0 7 1
DISTRICT FIVE Lodge No. Lodge Name 65 81 88 91 139 142 149 156 162 172 175 181 191 196 *227 *228 *231 *232 *252 *255
Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Danbury Houston Alvin Baytown Iowa Colony Pasadena Rosenberg Conroe Lufkin Houston-West Onalaska Cleveland Angleton Mid-Houston Beaumont Katy
Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Applications Application Application Written Count Current Quota 10 15 140 10 10 15 10 10 0 30 10 10 15 35 10 10 10 10 10 10
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0 18 52 8 8 2 0 7 13 58 42 2 17 16 3 7 0 4 0 2
Lodge Incentive Count 0 13 44 8 8 3 0 7 12 36 21 2 14 11 3 5 0 4 1 2
DISTRICT SIX Lodge No. Lodge Name 4 8 10 19 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 *223 *240
Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Velehrad Moravia East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placedo Westhoff Inez El Maton Wharton LaSalle Moulton Palacios Bay City
Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Applications Application Application Written Count Quota Current 20 10 10 0 10 25 25 15 55 10 10 55 0 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
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Lodge Incentive Count 10 11 6 0 8 13 69 101 98 8 36 46 0 0 4 10 1 3 30 2
DISTRICT SEVEN Lodge No. Lodge Name 26 79 93 107 117 133 164 185 202 *213 *217 *220 239 247 *250 *251
Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville Robstown San Antonio Rio Hondo New Braunfels Jourdanton Fredericksburg Alice McAllen Hondo San Marcos Harlingen Pearsall
Join Hands 2004 Youth Club Join Hands 2004 Lodge Application Application Applications Incentive Quota Count Current Written Count 10 20 10 15 10 10 10 10 30 10 10 10 100 10 10 10
*Denotes that lodge has not been chartered.
28 21
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318 198 43 4
3 55 3 58 0 65 3 5 76 0 18 3 713 388 80 80
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Wednesday, December 15, 2004—VESTNIK/S FRONLTHE PRESIDENT'S OFFICE
John Hoelscher named State Youth Director The SPJST welcomes John Hoelscher as State Youth Director. John's appointment was ratified by the Supreme Lodge when it met at the SPJST Home Office on Monday, December 6. He starts work on December 20. Brother Hoelscher is a graduate of Tarle ton State University in Stephenville with a degree in Exercise and Sports Studies. Through his past employment with Campfire and the YMCA, John has demonstrated the ability to work well with others and manage a range of youth activities. His experience ranges from Program
State Youth Director John Hoelscher Director for the Cypress Creek YMCA in Houston to Residential Camp Director for Camp Coyote in Huntsville. During his association with the YMCA, John was responsible
for recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising weekend and summer staff. At Camp Coyote, he managed all aspects of the youth camp for campers ages seven to 17. He has also organized and participated in many community outreach activities, ranging from Family Night at the Greenspoint Mall in Houston to assisting a local radio station with a fun run to raise awareness for March of Dimes. A lifelong SPJST member, John grew up participating in the SPJST Youth Program, including Youth Achievement Days, summer camp, and dancing the Beseda. He also served as vice president of the Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club, as a Leader-InTraining, and as camp lifeguard. John says he is excited to be on board and is anxious to get started. "I
admire the SPJST. It's a great organization. I want to do all that I can to get the entire family involved, especially as that relates to the youth program— kids, moms, dads—everyone!" An avid skier and water sports enthusiast, Brother Hoelscher and his wife, Lisa, have two children, Emma, nine months; and John, Jr., age three years. —SPJST-
District Three Sales Representative Fall 2004 Training Classes Submitted by District Three State Field Representative Jerry Kucera
Lodge 25, Ennis Class LEFT PHOTO: Front, left to right, Agnes Mullins, George Muffins, and Linda Jurik. BACK: Johnnie Krajca, Margaret Krajca, and Larry Laznovsky. RIGHT PHOTO: Front, left to right, Betty Olson, and Kay Lynn Kovar. BACK: Charles Freeman, Richard Mraz, and Ernest Haskovec.
Lodge 54, West Class LEFT PHOTO: Front, left to right, Milan Dujka, Larry Matula, and Donald Cernosek. BACK: James Mann, C.W. Cernosek, and Max Reynolds. RIGHT PHOTO: Front, left to right, Wilburn Willis, Janice Kaluza, and Freddie Kaluza. BACK: Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, and Dan Ferguson.
Lodge 84, Dallas Class LEFT PHOTO: Front, left to right, Georgia Hughes, Bessie Petr, and Angeline Stiborek. BACK: Daniel Roznovsky, and Alex Nathan. Whitesboro Class RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right, Dean Carendar and Jack Carendar.
6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, December 15, 2004
District Six Fall Meeting and Fun Day
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• Let's hear what your members and lodges are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 Email: melaniez@vvm.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578
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Section •••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Please Note:. December 29 deadline for all Vestnik items is 12 noon Tuesday, December 21. Thanks! 2004-2005 State King Josh Siptak and State Duke Mark Siptak, both of Lodge 4, Hallettsville, register guests for the door prizes.
CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT CONTEST WINNERS. Pictured, from left to right, are Josh Kulhanek of Lodge 30, Taiton; Holly Scott of Lodge 4, Hallettsville; Steven Drapela of Lodge 30, Taiton; and Travis Krpec of Lodge 30, Talton.
Susan Siptak, left, and daughter Sarah Siptak, both of Lodge 4, Hallettsville review the door prizes.
Coming Soon to the Vestnik! Scenes from: SP1ST Home Office. Holiday Open House SPIST Float Appearances District Two Lock-In Lodge 54, West 100th Anniversary Celebration Lodge 246, Morgan's Point Chartering Lodge 250, Harlingen Organizational Meeting .
Lodge 4 Hallettsville honors Age 96 members Dear Members, Our lodge met Sunday, November 14, 2004, at the Legion Tap Room, at 2 p.m. with President Joe Siptak presiding. Welcomed were Leona Chromcak, our 96-year member honoree, and her family, and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom and wife, Kathy. Director Ahlstrom presented Mrs. Chromcak with a certificate award for outliving her insurance certificate. She was pinned with a red rose corsage. On behalf of the lodge, FAC Annie Vahalik read Mrs. Chromcak's life history and presented her with an SPJST cookbook. Everyone sang "Happy Birthday" to her and later enjoyed a decorated birthday cake. Present were her daughter, Daylene Drozd and husband, Harvey, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The meeting continued with officers and committee reports. Also serving and honored before the meeting was Lois Sevcik, resident at Stevens Convalescent Center who also outlived her certificate. Director Ahlstrom presented her with a certificate award and the lodge presented her a yellow rose corsage. Present were her son, Alton Sevcik, and wife, Marilyn, their daughter in-law, Debi Sevcik, several lodge officers, and members. Annie Vahalik and Mary Ann Sustaita agreed to select and prepare the paperwork for our lodge's 2004 Fraternalist of the Year. For our December meeting, it was decided to have a dinner. The youth club volunteered to furnish baked turkey and ham. The members are asked to bring the side dishes and desserts to be served at 12:30 p.m. Bingo will be played, and door prizes will be given. The youth club will present a Christmas program, and Santa will make an appearance. A meeting will be held, and officers will be elected. October, November, and December birthday celebrants present were Sarah Siptak, Evelyn Holy, Mark Siptak, Jonathan Vahalik, Leona Chromcak, Victoria Orsak, Bennie Orsak, and Alton Chudej. Winner of the birthday cake baked by Margaret Smotek was Sarah Siptak. Door prize winners were Lillie Balusek, Evelyn Holy, Patsy Zabransky, Gaynell Chudej, Helen Zabransky, Philip Vahalik, Victoria
Orsak, Joe Siptak, Shannon Drozd, and Marissa Sustaita. The meeting was adjourned followed by a delicious lunch. Our next meeting and Christmas social will be Sunday, December 12 at the American Legion Hall beginning at 12 noon. A dinner will be served at 12:30 p.m. The youth club will provide the baked turkey and ham with the members bringing side dishes and desserts. The youth club will present a program, and Santa will be stopping by to visit. Bingo will be played, and door prizes will be given. Election of officers will be held at the meeting. See you December 12 for dinner, games, program, door prizes, and meeting. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 6
Cottonwood reports on December meeting Hi! In the absence of our President, Brother Johnnie Krizan, First Vice President, Brother Ray Perez, called our meeting to order on December 5, 2004, at 2 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Miss Amelia Peterson. Miss Courtney Halbert recited the SPJST Motto. Thanks, girls! Sister Georgie Soukup, Flagbearer/Guide, gave her report of 36 members, with no guests, present at our meeting. Thanks, Georgie, for taking care of the sign-in books, the door prize drawings, and the "birthday gift shop." Brother Ray called upon Secretary, Sister Barbara Hykel, for the reading of the minutes from our last meeting. They were approved, as read. Correspondence consisted of a very nice letter from Supreme Lodge President, Brother Brian Vanicek, thanking us for working so hard for the lodge and wishing us a Merry Christmas. Thanks, Brian! Sister Peggy Dobecka, Treasurer, was called upon for her report. It was approved as given. Financial Secretary, Brother George Straten, was called upon for his report. He reported two new adult memberships received. They were approved, and we welcome them into our lodge. Thanks to our Sales Representatives, Brothers Donald Cemosek and Jerry Kucera. Brother George reported
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Lodge 29, Taylor welcomes Collin Whatley Collin Reed Whatley was born October 22, 2004, to Alan and Tammy Whatley of Georgetown. Collin weighed seven pounds, four ounces, and was 19 inches long. He has a sister, Kaitlyn, who is five years old. Grandparents are Jesse and Linda Pospisil of Taylor and Don and Linda Whatley of Weatherford. Great-grandparents are Helen Pospisil and Jerry and Frances Tallas, all of Taylor. Collin's mother, Tammy, is the District Two Publication Committee Member.
Collin Reed Whatley socials for the next month on January 7 and January 21, 2005. He also mentioned having a door prize drawing supporting the bar area at this meeting. He thanked those who donated towards his drawing. Brother Ray called upon Sister Peggy Dobecka, Youth Leader, for her report. Sister Peggy reported taking cakes to the rest home on December 1. The youth have completed their crafts for Christmas and will be delivering them to the residents of the Bellmead and West Nursing Homes on December 11 and 12. The youth would be putting on a short Christmas program and also had door prizes. Sister Peggy thanked everyone who donated to their door prize drawing. She also reported that the youth would have no socials until after January 2005. Fraternal Activities Coordinator, Sister Barbara Hykel, reported that the Fraternalist of the Year needed to be in by December 17. The committee met before the meeting. Sister Barbara thanked all who helped get things done and ready for the party today. Brother Perez called upon the Sunshine Committee, Sister Jerelene Lenart, for her report. She had nothing to report at this time. However, we learned that Brother Robert Seith just got home from the hospital after a bout with pneumonia. We all hope he is feeling much better. Our District Three State Field Representative, Brother Jerry Kucera, gave a report of 55 applications in for the year for Lodge 6, Cottonwood, but still a long way to go before the end of
the year. He mentioned that the sales representatives of our lodge still need to get applications in to meet our quota. We are about 30-plus short. Brother Jerry also mentioned that District Three still needs to meet their quota also for this year. Congratulations, Georgie! After the committee met, it was announced that Sister Georgie Soukup was our Fraternalist of the Year. Congratulations, Georgie! Brother Ray Perez and Brother George Straten presented her with a turkey and ham. Brother Ray Perez mentioned that Lodge 6, Cottonwood will be hosting the "42" tournament on Saturday, April 2, 2005. Everyday Hero Pins were distributed to Vicki Moore and Ernest Bezdek, as they were not present at the time all others were presented. Brother Bobby Dobecka had no contribution report at this time. It was decided that there will be a New Year's social at Lodge 6, Cottonwood, on Friday, December 31 for those who wish to come out and enjoy each other's friendship and games, as well as food. Those attending may bring something to munch on for the evening. The hall will be open by 6:30 p.m. Those in attendance with December birthdays were Sisters Vicki Moore and Amber Halbert, and Brothers Ernest Bezdek and Bobby Hykel. Happy birthday to these folks and to all with a birthday this month. Door prizes were drawn with the $5 door prize won by Keith Hykel. Progressive door prize winners were Lucille Sulak (present) and Kayla Hromadka (not present). Congratulations to Keith and Lucille! Brother Ray Perez then adjourned the meeting for lots of fellowship during the afternoon, a Christmas program by the youth, and the arrival of Santa. We all enjoyed a turkey/dressing meal with all the trimmings (even my favorite—cranberry sauce). Next Meeting—January 2, 2005 We are looking forward to seeing everyone at our next meeting on Sunday, January 2, 2005, at 2 p.m. We will have a special meal by the Barbara Hykel family just for Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. I hear he will be with us to install the 2005 officers of Lodge 6. Fraternally, Stella Perez Reporter SPJST-
Lodge 9, Snook
plans February 5 fund raiser Donnie Hejl called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Taylor Swarb, Hailey Dever, and Kayla Cadenhead. A moment of silence was held for Mr. Jody McCarty. Stacey Eldridge read the minutes for the November meeting, and they were approved as read. David Kovar gave the hall manager's report. Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer's report.
Lodge 17, New Tabor Member Ella Beseda Achieves Grand Age of 96 The SPJST congratulates Sister Ella Beseda, a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor, who celebrated her 96th birthday on November 14, 2004. Sister Ella is now entitled to all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessments required. Ella Frances Machan Beseda was born on November 14, 1908, in New Tabor near Caldwell, Texas, to John J. Machan and Frances Sefcik Machan, both of New Tabor. Ella married John Charles Beseda on December 28, 1927, in New Tabor. Ella and John owned and operated the New Tabor Store three miles east of Caldwell from 1928 to 1968. Along with operating the store and raising two children, Gladys and Monroe, life in general in those days was interesting enough with the changes in the community. The store provided entertainment for the community such as playing dominos, cards, and other adult games. The children played their games outdoors. Ella's siblings included sister, Milady Machan Rychlik, now deceased, and brother, Henry John Machan, who died during World War II in France. Ella used to tell stories of going to dances at SPJST halls and having house parties. She also told how washing was done without a washing machine. As a girl, she had to help with the cotton and corn harvests and helped tend to the animals on the farm. As a young girl of 15 years, Ella lost her mother. She and her sister, Milady, had to take over the household. They eventually did get some outside help.
Marie Shelfer presented the youth leader's report. She stated there were 36 members present and 13 adults. The youth in grades kindergarten through eighth will have a lock-in on December 17. The youth were reminded about the Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest. They are collecting pennies for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. District One State Field Representative Bill Orsak gave his report. Lodge 9 has met its goal. Donnie Hejl will contact Cullen Cabler to check on prices for a display case. Howard Faust has not brought the gravel for the grounds. New members were accepted. Donnie Victorick will check with Joe Macik about the floor problem. Members need to turn in their fraternal acts to Bonnie Walker by the January, 2005, meeting. We discussed the fund raiser that
As a married lady, after a year of marriage, husband John was stricken with rheumatoid arthritis and after several years, became handicapped as a result. Ella ran and merchandised the store, raised her children and was very interested in their schooling, and tended to the farm animals, large garden, and orchard. Ella had a kerosene stove in the back of the store. She canned all the fruits and vegetables that they did not sell or give away. She also sewed for many in the community. When -she moved to McAllen,, quilting was almost a lost art. Ella made quilts for many people. She won many awards for her work: She designed many quilts on many occasions. Throughout her life, Ella has enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting tatting, gardening, canning, raising farm animals, and tending to a large orchard and her children. Today, she still crochets and enjoys her friends. Ella's son, Monroe John Beseda, died September 29, 1945. Ella resides with her daughter, Gladys B. Manning, in McAllen, Texas. Ella's daughter Gladys says, "As her only daughter, I reflect on my mother's past, and I wish I could be only half the person that she is at 96 years of age. She always was a very kind and caring mother who cared for her husband for 40 years, educated me, and continued to work at odd jobs after their retirement and move to Caldwell, Texas. She is a person to marvel at, and at her age, she still crochets; however, she is ambulatory with the aid of a walker."
will be held on February 5, 2005. The workers need to be contacted. We also need to be thinking about ordering folding chairs for the hall. Donnie Hejl will contact Papa Johnny's for a new sign for outside the hall. Next Meeting—January 5, 2005 The next meeting will be Wednesday, January 5, 2005, at 7:30 p.m. The youth club will meet at 6:30 p.m. prior to the adult meeting. See you there. James Schoeneman Reporter —SPJST-
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Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje hosts Christmas social Lodge 40; El Campo-Hillje held its Christmas social and installation of officers on December 5, 2004. A meal of ham, dressing, and all the trimmings was served. Rudy Laitkep and his band provided the entertainment for the day. A total of 59 members and nine guests enjoyed the day. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Lodge 40. Sheldon Holub, Secretary -SPJST-
Lodge 65, Crosby路 next meeting, election of officers December 18
1435 Beall Street in Houston, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2004. Applications postmarked after December 31, 2004, will not be considered. To qualify, 1) students must be an active member of Lodge 88 for at least two years; 2) students must be paying local lodge dues; 3) applicants must be in their senior year in high school and have definite plans to enter college in the fall of 2005. Fraternally, Carol Havemann, Chairman Scholarship Committee Jeanette Bender Linda Wehring -SPJST-
Lodge 92 Fort Worth elects 2005 officers
The November 14, 2004, meeting of Lodge 92, Fort Worth路 was called to Lodge 65, Crosby will hold its December meeting on December 18 at order at 2 p.m. by President Gordon Baytown Seafood, located. at 14226 Hubenak. FM 2100 Road in Crosby, Texas, at 2 Youth club members lead the p.m. Lunch will be served followed by Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes a brief business meeting and the elec- were accepted as printed, with one cortion of officers. Please RSVP to rection. The treasurer's report was Louise Pavlik at (281) 357-5820 or filed for audit. Financial Secretary Jerry Prochazka at (281) 328-3004 by Mary Ann Krivanek reported there was December 15. one termination, two lapses, and one -SPJSTnew annuity. 路 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Martha Durham reported on the District Three Fall Meeting held at our lodge in October. It was a great success. We donated $1,397 towards the Gladys Yates Scholarship Fund. Thank you to all who attended and helped. We also had 263 cans of food Lodge 88, Houston will be award- donated, which was taken to the ing scholarships for the 2004 - 2005 Tarrant County Food Bank. Our "new chair" fund is still underschool year. Application forms can be picked up at the lodge office, located at way. Please consider donating to this
Lodge 88, Houston to award scholarships
Daniel and Evelyn Linhart Celebrate 50 Years of Marriage Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Linhart marked their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, November 20, 2004. Evelyn, Gaidusek and Daniel Linhart were married November 17, 1954, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Schulenburg, Texas with a reception at American Legion Hall Hallettsville, Texas. The couple's children and grandchildren hosted a reception in their honor at the El Campo American Legion Hall with a dinner, and dance with music provided by The Red Ravens. Their are children are Charlene Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Linhart and David Smith, Margaret and Ronnie Leopold, Diane and Brian Bubela, Ruby Hoffmann, and Alice Seaman, all of El Campo and Lynette Socha, and grand march leaders were Linhart of Alvin. Grandchildren are Arthur and Grade Priesmeyer. Denise Leopold of College Station, Mr. Linhart retired from Mustang Darin Leopold, Jason Smith, Megan Tractor after 35 years of service, in Smith, Cody Seaman, and Shelby 1994. Mrs. Linhart is a homemaker. Seaman all of El Campo. Daniel and Evelyn and their House party members were daughters are all members of Lodge Debbie and Garland Steinmann, 40, El Campo-Hillje. Bobbie and David Janak, Garret -SPJST-
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Pictured, from left to right, are Secretary Debbie Sczech, FAC Dee Floyd, President Ardis Bacak, Treasurer Lorraine Kana, and Youth Leader Jennifer Kunetka. BACK: Trustee Allen Bacak, Trustee Ben Svoboda, Vice President Sheldon Holub, Trustee J.C. Kocurek, and Trustee Jerry Kahanek. worthy cause. You may contact Pam Durham or Stacy Hubenak for more information. The election of officers for 2005 was held. Officers elected are:
Lodge 191, Lufkin sets Christmas dance
Thanks to our officers for hosting the President's Ball in November. Decorating was done by Alama Breazeale and Dolores Juarez. Dance music was provided by Tailor Made. All our guys looked very handsome, and our gals sparkled in their party wear. Our next SPJST dance will be our Christmas dance on Saturday, _ Elected to a three-year term on the December 18, 2004, from 8 p.m. until board of trustees is Albert Kubala, and 11 :30 p.m. Free Country will be our elected to one-year terms are Vern band. Hosts for this dance will be the Borde and John Papaskar. East Texas Cloggers. Please remember The children's program and party to bring finger foods. You do not need will be held on December 12. Hope all reservations for this dance. can attend as Santa will be there. This will be my last report for the Vestnik as I have moved on to another office. I have enjoyed my year as the reporter. Thank you for all of your support. Fraternally yours, Gayle Scaff Krengel Reporter Lodge 49, Rowena welcomes its newest member, Tanner Owen (Editor's Note: Gayle, thanks for serving Wood, son of Butch and Becky as reporter. I always enjoy your reports. Wood of Rowena. Tanner was born Best wishes in your new position at on October 12, 2004. He is the Lodge 92. And, a big welcome to Maryl) grandson of Maynard and Nancy -SPJST_::_ Schwertner of Lodge 49, Rowena; and the great-grandson of Ernest and Annie Braden of Lodge 160, San Angelo. Tanner is proud of his Grandpa Maynard for being a Sales Representative for Lodge 49, Rowena. President Gordon Hubenak Vice President Martha Durham Secretary Al Kercho Treasurer Mary Ann Krivanek Financial Secretary Gayle Scaff Krengel Reporter Mary Krivanek Youth Leader Gayle Fuller-
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Lodge 133 San Antonio meets this Sunday
Lodge 133, San Antonio will hold its annual Christmas luncheon on Sunday, December 19. A ham dinner with the trimmings will be served at 12:30 p.m. Members are asked to bring a dessert to share. Santa will be there with a special surprise for the youth in attendance. See you there! Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp President -SPJST-
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Wednesday, December 15, 2004—VESTNIKJ9 It is time to start thinking about New Year's Eve dance. Glenn Lenderman will be playing for this dance. Reservations are required for this dance. Tickets are $15 per person. You may get your tickets from Sarah Oliver at (936) 632-7765 or go by Oliver Plumbing at 818 North Raguet between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Folks, this year is nearly over. It's time to start thinking about our coming year and how we can make our lodge a better place. We need your help with hosting dances. We need hosts for all dances except July, November, and New Year's Eve so please sign up now and get the month you want. Congratulations to Sheri Carter Steffy who will receive her master's degree in Education on December 18. Sheri is the daughter of Ken and Joyce Carter and a recipient of our SPJST scholarship. These scholarships are very helpful to our young members in their struggle to realize their dreams. To offer Club news, change of
address, or if you want your newsletter by email, etc., please call me at (936) 637-1674 or e-mail me at peggyjan42@aol.com Merry Christmas to all and God bless! Remember the reason for the season! Peggy Gartner —SPJST-
196 Houston-West expects Santa at December 19 Christmas party Lodge
p.m. followed by a meal of fried turkey, provided by the lodge. There will be fun and games for everyone and time to visit with all your friends. Santa will give out a surprise to all the children, so bring your cameras. Members are asked to bring a side dish, a bag of candy, and an unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots Program. New Year's Eve Party Lodge 196, Jednota West invites everyone to come out and celebrate at
our New Year's Eve dance on Friday, December 31 from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Texas Drifters will provide the music. Drinks, setups, ice and beer will be sold. BYOB and snacks. Admission is $15 per person. We are located in Cypress at 17810 Huffmeister. For reservations, questions, etc., call Alma at (281) 351-1045 or Cecile at (281) 469-9229. Cecile Malek President —SPJST-
Santa is coming to Cypress at Lodge 196, located at 17810 Huffmeister, on Sunday, December 19. So gather up your kids, grandkids, or any other kids you know and come on out for the fun. A brief meeting will be held at 2
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Sunday, October 30, 2004 • Houston, Texas Pictured, from left, are Ms. Czech Day Carolyn Filipp and Mr. Czech Day Bennie Kocich holding Houston Mayor Bill White's Czech Day Proclamation. Also pictured are Lodge 88 President Pat Bruce and Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. Pictured are Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Krampota enjoying the Czech Day meal.
The 2004-2005 District Five Royalty participated in the day's events. They are, from left, Duchess Chelsea Boyce and Queen Stephanie Boyce, both of Lodge 88, Duke Austin Harmon of Lodge 139, Danbury, and King Brian Graska of Lodge 88. Pictured at right is former State Youth Director Trissa Klement.
2003 Mr. and Ms. Czech Day Larry W. and Dorothy Pflughaupt lead the Czech Day participants on the dance floor.
Pictured, from left, at the Czech Day prize drawing booth are Marian Kadlecek, Dorothy Pflughaupt, Paula Orsag, and Pat Bruce.
FRATERNAL FRIENDS: Pictured, from left, it's Carolyn Filipp, Brian Vanicek, Flo Orsag, and Calvin Orsag.
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bravenec attend the Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day.
Visiting at Czech Day are, from left, James Ermis, Steve Kutra, and Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Orsag. Thanks to James, Steve, and Bernard for serving as the judges for Mr. and Ms. Czech Day.
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In Memori In Memory of Andy Blazek Mass of the Christian burial for Andy R. Blazek was celebrated at 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2004, in St. John Catholic Church with Father Fred Caldwell as celebrant. Rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 23 in the Keever Chapel. Interment was in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary. Serving as pallbearers were Russell Trojacek, A.J. Jakubik, Dale Hornik, Timmy Moore, Tommy Moore, and Thomas Slovak. Mr. Blazek, 28, died Monday, November 22 at his home in Ennis. He was born October 11, 1976 in Corsicana, the son of Robert Lee and Pauline Kovar Blazek. He was reared in Ennis and was a 1995 graduate of St. John High School. He then attended Navarro College and Texas State Technical Institute in Waco. After school, he was employed at Blazek's Lumber Co. In August 2004, he became the manager of Ennis Door and Trim Co.. He was a member of St. John Catholic Church, the KJT, and SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Polly Blazek of Ennis; sister, Connie Jean Blazek of Ennis; grandmother, Libbie Blazek of Ennis; nephew, Colin Andrew Blazek of Ennis; cousin, Robert and his wife, Cynthia Kovar of Denton; and numerous uncles and aunts. Respectfully submitted, With deepest sympathy Kay Lynn Kovar and all the Officers and Members of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis -SPJST-
In Memory of Elizabeth Herzig Elizabeth Herzig, age 85, homemaker and a lifelong resident of Fort Worth, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2004, at a Fort Worth hospital. Graveside service was at 11 a.m., Monday, November 8 in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, November 7, at Mount Olivet Funeral Home. Elizabeth (Jahn) Herzig was born February 22, 1919. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 30 and member of National Association of Federal Employees (NARFE). She was a longtime member of Boulevard United Methodist until it closed. Elizabeth was a member of Lighthouse Fellowship UMC and life member of Women's Society of Christian Service. She was preceded in death by her husband, H. Paul Herzig. They were married 65 years. Together, they were known to the family as "The Greats". She was also preceded in death by brother, Johnny Jahn.
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Survivors include children, Harriet Turner and husband, Charlie, Paula Stateson and husband, J.T., Dr. Robert Herzig and wife, Gail, and Billy Herzig of Nashville, Tennessee; sister, Dorothy Nelson of Gainesville; grandchildren, Richard Webb, Mark Webb, Stacy Schooler, Kirk Stateson, and Blair Herzig; and great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Annie Gracie, Jake, Sam, Emma Kate, Lauren, Olivia, and Hunter. The family requests memorials be sent to North Side Interchurch Agency, 1600 Circle Park Boulevard, Fort Worth, Texas 76106.
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He graduated from West High School and attended DeVry in Dallas. Tim was a member of St. Mary's Church of the Assumption in West and a member of SPJST Lodge 54, West. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lillian Nemecek, who died on August 14, 2004. Tim is survived by his father, Raymond L. Nemecek of West. Active pallbearers were James Middlebrook, Scott Hobbs, Joe Mashek, William Karlik, Bob Cervenka and Richard Hlavenka. Kotch Funeral Home of West was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Parish Center; or to a charity of your choice. May he rest in peace. Resolution Committee, Maxine Sefcik Jan Vaculik Marcela Vaculik -SPJST-
Resolution of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Cecho-Moravan No. 106 LaGrange, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincerest and deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge brother, ALFRED CLINTON HRBACEK, age 87, who died Sunday, October 10, 2004. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, October 13 at St. Helen Catholic Church with Monsignor Reginald Nesvadba officiating. The rite of committal followed in South Parks Resurrection Cemetery. He was born December 4, 1916 in LaGrange, son of Joe and Betty Hrbacek. He was a member of IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) No. 716 and SPJST Lodge 106, LaGrange. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Annie Hrbacek; brother, Emil Hrbacek; and brother-in-law, Lee Roy Shoppa of LaGrange. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Edward Hrbacek; and sisters, Evelyn Shoppa and Ivy Divin. South Park Funeral Home, Houston, was in charge of arrangements. May his soul rest in peace. Clarence Matula Charlie H. Ripper J.C. Spacek, Jr.
In loving memory of my wife,
Rubie Huvar Died December 13, 2002
Father in Heaven, I have lost my wife. My princess pearl, my treasure in life. She was my all, my future here, My joy, my life, my pride so dear. I pray to You in bitter sorrow: Give her, Lord, a sweet tomorrow. To me, she was, You know, the best. Please grant her, Lord, eternal rest.
In Memory of Paddy Schramek Mr. Paddy Schramek, age 86, died Tuesday, October 5, 2004, Tom Ball, Texas. He was born January 4,1918 in Ennis, the son of Joe and Gustava Lot Schramek. He was reared in Ennis where he attended school. In the 1940s, he served in the Merchant Marines aboard the Fredrick Lykes. He was a very creative, artistic, and wonderful craftsman. He loved nature, yard work, and gardening. He was a very kind-hearted, giving, and charitable person. He is survived daughters, Jeanette and husband, Del Davis of Houston Rebecca and husband, Joe Ross of Baltimore, Maryland; sister-in-law, Vlasta Schramek; grandchildren, Denise Griffin, Debbie Davis, Rebecca Daw, Candace Hobbs, Christopher Poleto, Mary Margaret Ross, and Beth Ross; and great-grandchildren, Hannah Griffin, Taylor Hill, John Daw, Jr., Ashley Koepp, and Brooks Koepp. He was preceded in death by his
You are Our Father, that is true. Please give her, Lord, a home with You. Your Son, I know, You also lost, To pay for sins-a terrible cost. You understand this pain I feel As I now before You kneel And plead to You with all my might That in Your Heaven we'll reunite. Prayer written by Columban Father Patrick Sayles PAID MEMORIAM
wife, Veryl; daughter, Nancy Briggs. Serving as pallbearers were Del Davis, Richard Schramek, Fred Schramek, John Davis, John Daw, Jr., Russell Jenkins, and Joe Ross. Respectfully submitted, With deepest sympathy , Kay Lynn Kovar and all the Officers and Members of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis -SPJST-
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Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge No. 54, West, wish to express our sympathy to the survivor and relatives of our departed lodge members, TIMOTHY (TIM) NEMECEK, age 53, of West, who passed away Wednesday evening, November 3, 2004 in a Waco hospital. Rosary was recited at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 6 in St. Mary's Church of the Assumption in West, followed by mass of Christian burial at 1:15 p.m. with Reverend Ed Karasek as celebrant. Burial followed in St. Mary's Cemetery in West. Tim Nemecek was born on September 10, 1951 in Waco and had lived in the West area most of his life.
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Please Note: December 29 deadline for all NNW 'items is 12 noon Tuesdayf December 21• Thanks !I. at 1 p.m. Dale Korth called the meeting to order. Todd Sump led the Pledge of Allegiance, and Alicia Ford led the youth club motto. Jessica Schumann called roll. There were 16 members Dear Members, and seven adults present. Jessica read We just had our Christmas programthe minutes, and Dawn Rackel read the on December 5, 2004, and it was a lot treasurer's report. of fun. Under old business, charity items Santa stopped by for a visit, and all the were given to Ms. Sharon. This kids got to tell him what they wanted month's. charity was anything that a for Christmas. person brought. All youth club I am looking forward to December accounts need to be paid as soon as 17. That is when our lodge is having possible. We need six new members to our lock-in for kids in grades kindermeet our quota. The 100 Pennies garten to eighth grade. Scholarship Fund Drive began on I wish everyone a Merry Christmas October 1. We are collecting old glassand a Happy New Year! es. They will be picked up at each Sincerely, meeting. Landon Eldridge Under new business, the pizza -SPJSTorders and money were turned in at the meeting. On November 21, we helped decorate houses and buildings in town for community service. December 11 was the district lock in at Aerofit. On December 9, the Home Office had its Holiday Open House. We will have our annual Christmas Dear Vestnik Readers, party on Monday, December 20 at 5 The November meeting of the p.m. There will be a gift exchange Lodge '13, Dime Box Youth Club was with a limit of $5. Boys buy boys' held on Sunday, November 14, 2005, gifts and girls buy girls' gifts. The charity item for next month is blankets for the less fortunate. Lodge 1, Fayetteville Until next time, Emily Jatzlau, Reporter Welcomes New
Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club lock-in December 17
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Lodge 25, Ennis youth enjoys Christmas activities
Brandon W. Canik Lodge 1, Fayetteville Youth Club welcomes Brandon W. Canik, age 10. His family includes parents, Randy and Debora Canik, and twin brother and sister, Amber and Dustin. Brandon is interested in anything mechanical and electrical and takes great interest in taking apart and putting them back together. He also likes fishing, biking, and hunting. Brandon attends fourth grade in Fayetteville Elementary and St. John's Catholic Church.
Dear Readers, Lodge 25 Youth Club had our monthly meeting and Christmas party on Sunday, December 5. Our special guest speaker was Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. He handed out prizes and candy. We worked on candy cane crafts for the nursing home, exchanged gifts, played a game of musical chairs with all the guests, and sang Christmas carols. Then, Santa arrived to give sacks full of goodies to everybody. Merry Christmas to all! Jerrod Ryan,15 -SPJST-
DISTRICT TWO ROYALTY ON PARADE. Riding the SPJST Float in the
Rosebud Christmas Parade are, from left, Duke Matthew Hoelscher of Lodge 47, Seaton; King Andy Baker of Lodge 89, Rosebud; Queen Cara Spanel-Weber of Lodge 20, Granger; and Duchess Elizabeth Tischler of Lodge 20, Granger.
Lodge 39, Bryan Youth Club carols at the rest home Lodge 39, Bryan held its youth club meeting on Sunday, November 14, 2004. Our club discussed what we wanted to do for our fun trip. We decided to go to Boondocks for a few games of paintball. We also decided what our plans were for our Christmas party. After all that was completed and the meeting ended, the younger kids went outside. I joined the adult meeting. Once the adult meeting was adjourned, we cleaned, said our goodbyes, and decided to go Christmas caroling at the rest home on December 10. Then, we all went home. Sincerely, Brande Roesler
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Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje Youth Club reports on November meeting Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Club meeting was called to order at 10:45 a.m. by President Ashley Sczech. Nicole Laitkep led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were seven members and two adults. Our youth leader reported on the SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest. The deadline for entries will be January 31, 2005. She also thanked everyone for bringing prizes for the prize drawing. The meeting was adjourned at 11:20 a.m. After the meeting, we were asked to make reindeer bookmarks. The next meeting will be in January 2005 at the hall in Hillje. Fraternally, Ashley Sczech
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Lodge 39, Bryan youth enjoys pizza and movies On Saturday, November 27, 2004, Lodge 39, Bryan Youth Club was going to go to Boondocks for a fun trip for SPJST. But it turned out Boondocks was closed. So we decided to go to the movies. We saw the movie, "National Treasure." I felt that it was better than Boondocks. Afterward, we went out to eat pizza at Double Daves. Sincerely, Dylan Roesler
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Lodge 39, Bryan youth reports on November social On Saturday, November 27, 2004, Lodge 39, Bryan Youth Club was going to go to Boondocks. When we got there, we found that it was no longer running So we went to the movies instead and saw "National Treasure." It was very good. After that, we went to Double Daves and ate pizza. Anthony Gutierrez -SPJST-
Lodge 84, Dallas Juniors decorate Buckner Home Dear Readers, On Saturday, November 20, 2004, the Junior Youth Club of Lodge 84, Dallas met at the Buckner Home to help decorate the campus and the main hall where Santa comes to visit. This is the third year that we have done this, and it's always a lot of fun. We had eight members in attendance. Afterwards, we went to CiCi's Pizza where we had lunch and held our monthly meeting. The meeting was brought to order by our president, the pledge was recited, committee reports were given, and old and new business was discussed. New news discussed was District Three's annual visit to Six Flags Over Texas on Saturday, December 4 and Lodge 84's Christmas party on Sunday, December 12. We are having a practice for the program on Wednesday, December 8.
12IVESTNIK—Wednesday, December 15, 2004 With no more business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned. We then drove over to the theatre to watch "Polar Express" as part of our December social. Our next meeting will be held on Sunday, December 12 at 5 p.m. If you are able to come, please do! Fraternally, Elisabeth Cowan, 9, Reporter —SPJST-
84, Dallas Junior Youth Club meets, enjoys pizza lunch Lodge
Dear Readers, The Junior Youth Club of Lodge 84, Dallas had a marathon day of activities on Saturday, November 20. First, we all met at the Buckner Home to help decorate the campus. I really enjoy doing this; it gets me in the holiday spirit. Once we were finished, we all met at CiCi's Pizza to enjoy lunch and hold our monthly meeting. There were eight members and two youth leaders in attendance. Also, our District Three Queen Leslie Sims and Teen Leader Vicki Sims joined us. With lunch and our meeting taken care of, we then headed over to the theatre to watch "Polar Express." It was a great movie. I give it four thumbs up! Later that evening, my sister and I joined our parents at Lodge 84's monthly dance. Czech and Then Some played, and my mom taught me how to do the two-step. By the time the day was over, I was really tired. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, December 12 at 5 p.m. Please join us if you can. The Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas party will be the same night. Fraternally, Scott Cowan, 10 —SPJST-
186, Caldwell YID nth Club enjrnrs lock-in Lodge
Dear Vestnik Readers. On December 3, Lodge 186, Caldwell Youth Club had a lock-in which was also the meeting. We had 27 youth and four adults who stayed the night. We had pizza, crafts, games, and snacks, and we stayed up really late. Youth Leader Michelle Mendez stayed up all night and still had energy when everyone got up. Everyone had a blast! Sincerely, Landra Teakell —SPJST-
246 Morgan's Point Youth Club reports on November meeting 1...odge
Dear Readers, My name is Krystal Bazilius and on November 14, 2004, I attended the meeting of Lodge 246, Morgan's Point. President Audra Bazilius called the meeting to order. We had two guests come to our meeting. One was Erin Mathis of Lodge 87, Temple, and the other guest was District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky. Patsy led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Following the Pledge, we had a moment of silence for those who could not be there with us. We discussed and competed our Vestnik projects. After that, we discussed lodge activities that we could do. Following our meeting and the adult meeting, we ate pizza, cookies, and ice cream. Our next meeting is scheduled for December 7, at 6:30 p.m. We will hold the meeting at Frank's Lakeview Inn for the chartering of our lodge so please come. Sincerely, Krystal Bazilius SPJST-
Tabs Galore! Lodge 186, Caldwell Youth Club member Kendra Hughes collected 17 gallons of canned drink tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Kendra enlisted the help of family, friends, and members of Campbell-Williams VFW Post No. 4458 and the Ladies Auxiliary. Her grandmother, great-aunt and uncle are life members of Post No. 4458 and the auxiliary.
Lodge 246 Morgan's Point Youth Club expresses thanks To the Vestnik and all SPJST Members, On behalf of the Lodge 246, Morgan's Point Youth Club, we would like to thank District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky and Vestnik Editor and Director of Communications Melanie Zavodny for helping us establish our youth club.
2005 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest What Is It? Each year, the SPJST sponsors a tee-shirt design contest for youth members to create an artistic design for the summer camp tee-shirts. Who Can Enter? SPJST youth members ages six to high school senior. 2005 Theme "SPJST—Soaring Heights"
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Awards Grand Prize $100 Wal-Mart Gift Card and winning design on the 2005 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirts Runner-Up Prizes Ages 6 to 8 Wal$75 Mart Gift Card Ages 9 to 11 Wal$75 Mart Gift Card Ages 12 to 14 $75 Wal-Mart Gift Card Ages 15 to High School Senior $75 Wal-Mart Gift Card Participation Awards All participants will receive a participation certificate and 20 merit points. Judging Designs will be judged by a panel of art specialists. Judging is based on the design's overall appearance and appeal, creativity and originality, and ability to reproduce on a tee-shirt.
The Rules • Create a tee-shirt design relating to the 2005 theme: "SPJST Soaring to New Heights." • Submit entry, using only a black pen or a black marker, on an official entry form (available from SPJST youth leaders or the State Youth Director) or draw your design on an 8 1/2-inch by 11-inch sheet of plain, white paper. Designs drawn with anything other than a black pen or black marker or designs that are colored with be disqualified. Entries must be freehand originals created by the youth member. Entries become the property of SPJST and will not be returned. Entries • should be simple in design and easy to reproduce on a teeshirt. • Grand prize winner may not enter the contest for one year following winning. Entry Deadline Entries must be postmarked by January 31, 2005. Mail entries to:
We would also like to extend to them and all SPJST members an open invitation to participate and attend our youth club meetings and functions. Fraternally, Lodge 246 Youth Club Officers Audra Bazilius, President Krystal Bazilius Vice President Autumn Bazilius Secretary-Treasurer Samantha Bazilius, Reporter Michael Bazilius, Flag Bearer —SPJST-
SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Official Entry Form 2005
2005 Theme: "SPJST — Soaring to New Heights" Entry Deadline: January 31, 2005 Draw your original design on an 8 1/2-inch by 11-inch sheet of plain, white paper using a black pen or black marker. See contest rules for complete details. Name Lodge Date of Birth
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Got Questions or Need an Entry Form? Contact the Office of the State Youth Director at (800) 727-7578 or via email vanicek@spjst.com .
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Learn Czech With Us 63rd Lesson. Adverial Clauses. 3. Adverbial clause of cause or reason Nerozumel jsem mu, protote mluvil piilis rychle. — I did not understand him because he spoke too fast. Protate jsi utratila v gechny nage tispory na svoje gaty a boty, nemaeme ted' pom5i glet na nove auto. — Since you have spent all our savings on your clothes and shoes, it's no good thinking of a new car just now. Proto jsme ho meli vgichni radi, ze se na nas deti nikdy nezlobil. — We all liked him because he was never angry with us children. Vagf Iddosti nemideme vyhovet, ponevadt jste se nepiihlasil yeas. — We cannot clear your application because you had not applied in due time. Jelikot jste porugil dopravni pfedpisy, musite zaplatit pokutu. — Since you have violated traffic regulations, you must pay a fine. Kdyt tern slovum nerozumfte, muslte si je vyhledat ye slovnIku. — As you do not understand those words, you must look them up in the dictionary. 4. Adverbial clause of purpose (final clause) Ueim se eesky, abych mohl Gist Ceske knihy a easopisy. — I learn Czech so that I could read Czech books and magazines. Sel jsem bIlle, abych to lepe videl. — I came nearer to see it better. UCitel mluvil hlasite, aby mu vgichni studenti dobfe rozumeli. — The teacher spoke up so that all the students might understand him well. Matka se bdla, aby se clIte nenachladilo. — The mother feared lest the child should catch cold. Pospeg si, at' plijdeme aspon jednou Yeas! — Hurry up, so that we might come in time at least once. 5. Adverbial clause of condition a) real condition Jestlite budou nejake namitky, bfideme muset cel5T ndyrh pfepracovat. — If there be any objections, we shall have to revise the whole proposal.
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Mame tam zajit hned ted', mag-/i eas. — We can go there right now if you have time. Nepojedu na prazdniny, neudeldm-li vgechny zkougky do konce eeryna. — I won't leave for my holidays unless I pass all my exams before the end of June. Jestli se ti to nelfbi, fekni! — If you don't like it, tell me! Kdyt budete chtft ziistat dele, maete. — If you are going to stay longer, you may. Kdyt nemd rad knedlay, talc mu je nenut. — If he doesn't like dumplings, do not force him to eat them. b) unreal condition Kdybych nechtel, nepomohl bych yam. — If I didn't want to help you, I wouldn't do it. Kdyby neprgelo, mohli bychom se jit koupat. — If it didn't rain, we could go bathing. 6. Adverbial clause of concession Aekoliv to byli chlapci (Alike povahy, brzy se spfatelili. — Although they were boys of different temper, they soon become friends. Dedeeek, erebate uz byl stars, lezl s chlapci po skaldch jako za mlada. — The grandfather, though already old, climbed rocks with the boys like in his young days. Chlapec zanechal studia, p rs estote mu to celd rodina rozmlouvala. — The boy gave up studies in spite of the fact that the whole family tried to talk him out of it. Zustali jsme u nich pies noc, i kdyt jsme to pfivodne nemeli v umyslu. — We stayed there overnight even though we had not originally intended to do so. —Jan Holub —SPJST-
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requesting a birth certificate? U.S. House Resolution 10 may greatly hinder access to any or all birth information from a number of states. Identity theft and terrorism has become a priority for legislators and law enforcement. We hear more about domestic identity threats but it can also be associated with persons seeking to invade the security of our country. House Resolution 10 is responding to this. The reason for this letter is to encourage each of you to catch-up on your genealogy before more records become closed or difficult to acquire. We often find ourselves wishing we had begun our quest for finding our ancestors many years ago before some key person passed away. With this in mind, how awesome is the task that lies before us! The Texas Czech Genealogical Society is dedicated to helping you catch-up with your genealogy during 2005. On January 22, 2005, the Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon will be held. From July 21 to 23, 2005, we will host our "They Came—We Seek Genealogy Conference." Both of these events will be held at the Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center in Caldwell, Texas, with additional meetings, programs, and events held at other locations during the year. This is where we need your help. Make plans to join us on January 22 in Caldwell and learn about the catchup plans. Sincerely, Charlene Hurta, President ---SPJST-
County Czech Heritage Society sponsors Czech Film Festival Harris
For the ninth year, the Czech Heritage Society—Harris County Chapter is sponsoring a Czech film festival. The purpose in showing the films is to promote the knowledge and appreciation of the Czech language and culture. There is, no charge for viewing any of the films. The films are all in Czech, but they are subtitled in English.
15.prosinec 2004 The location will be at the Czech Heritage Society Library, located at 4117 Willowbend in Houston, Texas. This year, the viewing schedule will be changed. Instead of showing films every week, the films will be shown on the last Wednesday of four consecutive months in 2005: January, February, March, and April. Viewing time begins at 7 p.m. The first film, to be shown on January 26, will be "Nesmirtelna Teta." It is a classic Czech fairy tale shown in the beautiful setting of the castle Vranov nad Diji. On February 23, "Zapomenute Svetlo" will be shown. The story concerns a priest trying to find the funds to repair his beloved church so the Communist officials will not close it down. After many failed attempts, he comes up with a remarkable scheme to raise the money. The third film, shown on March 30, will be "Coz Takhle dat si Spenat." This is a comedy dealing with a crazy scientist who invents a machine which renews youth and vigor. The machine is stolen and all kinds of hilarious misadventures occur. The last film, shown on April 27, will be a documentary of the life and music of the famous Czech composer, Antonin Dvorak. Our Harris County CHS chapter invites one and all to come enjoy and celebrate these wonderful examples of the beauty, poignancy, whimsy, and creativity of the Czech culture. —SPJST-
CZECH CULTURAL CALENDAR January 22, 2005 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon—at the Caldwell Civic Visitor Center, Caldwell, Texas. January 31, 2005 Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) deadline for submitting articles on Czech family genealogy, culture, and/or traditons. For article guidelines, visit www.txczgs.orgo; or contact either Sylvia Laznovsly, 4722 FM 1183, Ennis, Texas 75119; phone (972) 878-3091; or email sylviajeanl2@cs.com; or Charlene Hurta, 1231 CR 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515; phone (979) 849-0348; or email fhurta@brazesport.edu . February 28, 2005 Scholarship application deadline for the Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship. Send application to The Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship, 4117 Willowbend, Houston, Texas 77025. For additional information, contact Patricia Parma, CHS Trustee, 3311 Carolina Way, Richmond, Texas 77469; via phone (281) 342-4898; via
email parma@nstci.com —SPJST-
14IVESTNIK—Wednesday, December 15, 2004
Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m.
Friday, December 24—Dining room rental Saturday, December 25—Dining room rental Sunday, December 26— Dining room rental
Lodge 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are held the first Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Country Star Restaurant in Collinsville, Texas. For information, call Jack and Dean Carender (903) 5647359; or Bill and Angie Heitzman (903) 4375561.
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 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, December 17—Social/games Saturday, December 18—Beseda Christmas party Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten (254) 826-5863. LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar. LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth club meetings are at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the 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 5 p.m. Refreshments served after meeting. Officer elections in November. 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 Friday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Vrazels, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10/person. Blackeyed peas, corn bread, sausage, and coffee served after dance. No reservations. Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway. 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) 2814534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month a 7 p.m. LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June, and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, December 18—Private birthday party Friday, December 31—New Year's Ever TC Taylor. For reservations, call (254) 771-2091. 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, December 18—Dining room rental Sunday, December 19—Annual Martinek Christmas party
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Wharton County Library located at 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, December 17—Texas Pioneers, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, December 24—Closed for Christmas Eve Friday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Lawmen; No cover charge. 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. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the • month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan. LODGE 35, ELK Friday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Heart of Texas Road Gang Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. To hail: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying "Elk". Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the road will dead end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156. LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30 p.m., followed by meeting at 1 p.m. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Youth club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 South in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second License Monday is $100 game night. #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Svatek (979) 543-3044; or (979) 648-2317/lodge hall. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, 7 p.m. LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, December 18—Open Saturday, December 25—No dance: Merry Christmas. Friday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Jerry Heisler and Melody Five, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
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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) 9852548. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. For rentals, please call Edwin Pechal (254) 9852282. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE 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 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) 365-3733. 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 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 cal! (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 No. 1-75-1052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March and June; and on the second Sunday of 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) 854-8423. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-1395-8; AL00061-9887-0. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Luncheon served at noon, and the meeting follows. LODGE 84, DALLAS Friday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Free dance with Clem Kubacek, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Kitchen open. Free black-eyed peas, champagne at midnight. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. No BYOB. For information, call (214) 827-0920.
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Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall - 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397; or Ben Jarma (214) 3481514. 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) 773-6164 /home. LODGE 88, HOUSTON 18—Henry Saturday, December Tannenberger, ballroom, polka/variety. *Dress code. $7 Saturday, December 25—No dance Friday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Gus Lindemann, big band. "Dress code. 8 p.m. to midnight. Reservations, please. Saturday, January 1, 2005—No dance Saturday, January 8—Red Ravens, polka/variety, $7 Saturday, January 15—Sunny Jensen, big band. *Dress Code. $12 Saturday, January 22—Jack Melick, big band. *Dress Code. $12 Saturday, January 29—No dance Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts, at '7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies, and gentlemen. 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 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Friday, December 17—Christmas ballroom dance: Dave Alexander Orchestra Friday, December 24—Closed Friday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Charlie Patteson Orchestra. Party favors. Call Joyce (817) 624-1361 to make your reservations. Admission $20. Get your tickets now! Coming in 2005! Don Peachey of Wisconsin on March 20; and Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen of Cedar Rapids on April 17. 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. Country/western music on the first Sunday, 3 to 7 p.m. Polka/waltz music on the third Sunday every month, 2 to 6 p.m. Admission to these dances is $7. Ballroom dancing on Friday night. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday. Family Night—first and third Tuesdays. 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.
Wednesday, December 15, 2004-VESTNIK/15 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 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 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, December 12-Christmas dinner, 1 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 2 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for weddings or parties, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m. LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 148, EL MATON Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting starts at 2 p.m. LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m., in the meeting room of Hinze's Bar-B-Que Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas.
LODGE 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 6 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 3 p. m. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in April, July, October, and January at 2 p.m. LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 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 Sunday, December 19-Regular meeting Friday, December 31-New Year's Eve: Texas Star Hall is located at 3609 Preston. Executive board and Trustees meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meeting is held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Youth club meetings are held the third Saturday of each month between 11 a.m. and 12 noon, unless otherwise noted. Dance hours: 8 p.m. to 12 am. 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) 487-3297. Lodge 172 is a non-smoking facility.
LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings will start at 7 p.m., and trustees' meetings will start at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth club meeting dates are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 17418-083907. Doors open at' 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated.
LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview.
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LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine, 201 Centennial Street.
LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m.
LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call (972) 4352286; (817) 558-2400; or (817) 295-3483.
LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST All dances open to the public. Admission $6 per person. Watch for our letters in the Lodge meetings are the fourth Vestnik. 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 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m.
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 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 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 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.
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 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October, and December.
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 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. 1-7420733095-41002.
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 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.
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) 688-1027; Tereso Hernandez (210) 364-3620; or Tammy Hernandez (210) 378-3887.
LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION 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 246, MORGAN'S POINT Sunday, January 9, 2005-Lodge and Youth Club meetings, 2 p.m. Lodge and youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lone Star Banquet Hall in Morgan's Point.
LODGE 191, LUFKIN 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) 6321217.
LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS Lodge meetings are held the last Sunday at 2 p.m. at a place to be determined. Call Art Lopez (512) 620-0148 for more information. -SPJST-
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The Consistency Club recognizes those SPJST sales representatives who have written a minimum of two applications each month for two or more consecutive months. RONALD PFLUGHAUPT
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Lodge 80 Holland
ELLA REYES DISTRICT II Lodge 237 West Austin (2)
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FREDDIE KALUZA
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Lodge 54, West
Lodge 253 Mineral Wells
JAMES JONES DISTRICT IV Lodge 49 Rowena
DAVID NAUERT, FIC DISTRICT II Lodge 246 Morgan's Point (10)
DONNELL SCHNITKER DISTRICT IV Lodge 76 Wichita Falls (5)
JOSE TORRES, IV
JANICE STEVENS
SUSAN LEACH
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Lodge 229 Abilene
Lodge 256 Denver City
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JUAN LOPEZ
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