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S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
Humanity ISSN —07458800
Brotherhood
December 15, 2010
SPJST Welcomes Christmas Season
With Thoughts of You at Christmas As the holiday season approaches, our hearts are warmed by thoughts of the many good people we’ve had the opportunity to serve this year. You’ve certainly brightened our year! Thank you for your support and loyalty. We look forward to seeing you in the new year.
George’s Generosity Gives Gifts
Thanks to SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point member George Brown for his donation of almost 100 stuffed animals to a local children’s charity for the holidays. George has collected more than 500 stuffed animals in the past three years and donated them to children’s charities for the Christmas season. Hats off to George for his giving spirit.
Interest Rates.......................................2 Readers Write ......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Spirit ʻ10 Updates ................................7 Financial Statement ..........................10 Lodge Section....................................11
2010-2011 State Queen Jacqueline Klaus, State Duke Ty Stock, and State King Samuel Vanicek assist SPJST youth, left to right, Abby Hoelscher of Lodge 24, Cyclone and Carley Cummings and Abigale Mitchan, both of Lodge 47, Seaton, with decorating gingerbread cookies at the SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House, held Monday, December 6 in Temple following the Temple Christmas parade. See photos on pages 4 to 6.
Spirit 2010
November State Top Producers Career Agent Insurance Issued Earned Premium
Associate Agent Insurance Issued
Associate Agent Earned Premium
Joe Gonzales
Albin Machu
Jerry Kucera
Lodge 160, San Angelo District Four
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
SPJST Tarok Rules............................17 Youth Section ....................................28 In Memoriam ......................................28 Czech Culture ...................................29 Advertisements ................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30
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Lodge 1 Fayetteville members participate in NHS fundraiser
Lodge 29,Taylor District Two
Lodge 6, Cottonwood District Three
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Lodge 117 Lockhart hosts Christmas social
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State Queen, Duchess ride in Taylor Christmas parade
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SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org
VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087
email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 985-0007 • Mobile: (254) 534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com
VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 534-1930 • Mobile: (254) 534-1450 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 778-3720 • Mobile: (254) 721-4739 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR BOBBY WUENSCHE 2451 CR 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421 Home: (512) 365-3013
DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, Texas 76691 Home: (254) 826-5882
DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875 Home: (325) 442-3141 • Mobile: (325) 277-5362 Office: (325) 442-3038 • email: brollwitz@verizon.net DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT, FIC 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, Texas 77008 Home: (713) 864-2163
DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR/VICE CHAIRMAN MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM, FIC, CFFM 407 Taos Street, Victoria, Texas 77904 Home: (361) 578-3279 • Mobile: (361) 676-3279 email: ahlstrom@suddenlink.net DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 Home: (830) 393-9073
COMMITTEES BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-1451 - email: dimebox5@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 - (512) 848-2416 cell - email: RonnieR1056@yahoo.com District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Texas 76021 - (817) 282-5065 email: alkercho@sbcglobal.net District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 email: mmholeman@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415; (979) 479-3430 cell District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 email: bvhouse@att.net
FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372., Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4264 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Ct., East Bernard, Texas 77435 - (979) 335-4461 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262
INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 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) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174 Lolita, Texas 77971 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916
PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 139 Tanner Circle, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (512) 948-5339 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS Office: (254) 773-1575 email: jerrymik@spjst.com
STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICTS ONE/FIVE Delisle Doherty Mobile: (832) 232-2049 • Home: (281) 855-2841 email: delisled@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT TWO Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 email: lifeagent01@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 email: philipmcbee@aol.com DISTRICT FOUR Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (325) 450-3748 Home: (325) 947-0027 • Office: (325) 657-8400 Email: bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICTS SIX/SEVEN Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR CHESTER JENKE, SR., FICF Home: (830) 303-4316 Mobile: (210) 413-3053 email: cejenke@wmconnect.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com
DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519 (254) 985-2396 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Janice Stevens, P.O. Box 613, Hawley, Texas 79525 (325) 537-9224 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023 - (713) 649-6138 District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-7120 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916 - email: poohbear78064@hotmail.com
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The Greatest Gift
Many years ago in Bethlehem God’s greatest gift was given to men The star of Bethlehem beamed its light Over a stable in the dark of night.
There in the manger, Baby Jesus lay Wrapped in swaddling clothes upon the hay While shepherds watched their flocks by night An angel appeared in glorious light. Saying to them, “Do not fear.” The Son of God is very near. To you and all who dwell on earth Glad tidings of His holy birth.
For unto you is born this day The Saviour of men who will light the way For He alone can save us from sin And give us peace deep within.
The heavenly host praised God above For sending His gift of greatest love! These tidings of great joy I bring Of Christ the Lord, our Heavenly King! —By Annette Hanus Sebesta Lodge 88, Houston
Thank you to Annette Hanus Sebesta for sharing this beautiful poem with the Vestnik. Best wishes, dear Vestnik readers, for a wonderful holiday season. Thanks for your friendship throughout the year. You — our members — are the heart and spirit of SPJST. May God bless you and your family during the Christmas season and in the new year.
Merry Christmas from David, Richard, and Melanie and All of Our Kitty Family
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Membersʼ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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Readers Write
Lodge 47, Seaton members impressed with Open House, floats
Dear Readers, Wow! The Home Office put on a spectacular Christmas Open House this year after our town’s parade. Thank you so much to all of you at the Home Office who worked so hard decorating and getting things ready. You put so much work and time into it, and it shows. The floats were wonderful! Con-
gratulations on winning first and second. The Chipmunks-themed float was adorable! We are so blessed to be a part of such a wonderful family organization. A million thank yous for everything y’all do! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Fraternally, Charlie, Chaundra, Bayley, Abbey, Josh, and Charley Isabella Mitchan —SPJST—
No Vestnik published Wednesday, December 22. Deadline for December 29 Vestnik Monday, December 20 at 5 p.m. Deadline for January 5 Vestnik Monday, December 27 at 5 p.m.
SPJST Farm/ Commercial Property Rates
SPJST INTEREST RATES
Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 7277578.
Farm/Commercial Property Rates
75% Owner Farm Property 5.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.00% for 11 to 20 years Commercial Property 6.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.75% for 11 to 15 years
Universal Life
Universal Life 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities
Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized*
Annuity II** 3.90% for Annualized*
Annuity III** 3.90% for Annualized*
**Not currently being marketed.
Annuity IV 3.90% for Annualized* * Rates effective 11/01/10 through 01/31/11.
Five-Year Annuity
When purchased, current interest rates are guaranteed for 5 years.
Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.95% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 4.10% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 4.20%
State Progressive 42 Domino Tourney set for January 8 at Lodge 81, Needville
From the Supreme Lodge President’s Department SPJST Lodge 81, Needville will host the 2011 SPJST State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament on Saturday, January 8. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. The tournament is open to both SPJST members and nonmembers. Entry fee is $7 per member and $15 per non-member. The charge includes snacks and lunch. Lodge 81 is located at 13609 Violet Street in Needville. The hall is south on Highway 36, one mile from the traf-
fic light in Needville. Participants are asked to register by January 3 by mailing their entry fees along with their name, address, phone number, email address, and lodge number (if applicable) to SPJST State FAC, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. Participants can also register online at www.spjst.org in the fraternal section. For more information, please call (800) 727-7578 or email tammym@spjst.com. —SPJST—
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Family Fun and Important Dates
December 16 Lodge 88, Houston Bingo Turkey Giveaway (5) December 18 Lodge 191, Lufkin Christmas Dance (5) December 19 Lodge 133, San Antonio Christmas Luncheon Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center (7) December 19 Lodge 172, Pasadena Christmas Party (5) December 20 Věstník Submission Deadline, 5 p.m. December 22 No Věstník Published December 23 Christmas Holiday • Home Office Closed December 24 Christmas Eve • Home Office Closed December 27 Věstník Submission Deadline, 5 p.m. December 29 Lodge 258, Seguin Christmas Party Dixie Grill, Seguin (7) December 31 Lodge 6, Cottonwood New Yearʼs Eve Social/Party (3) December 31 Lodge 18, Elgin New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six (2) December 31 Lodge 24, Cyclone New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Debonaireʼs (2) December 31 Lodge 25, Ennis New Yearʼs Eve Dance (3) December 31 Lodge 35, Elk New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Flat Rock Junction (3) December 31 Lodge 47, Seaton New Yearʼs Eve Dance Wild Horses (2) December 31 Lodge 88, Houston New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Moonglow Orchestra (5) December 31 Lodge 91, Crosby Paws Across Texas Collection Ends December 31 Lodge 92, Fort Worth New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Charlie Patteson (3) December 31 Lodge 172, Pasadena New Yearʼs Eve Dance (5) December 31 Lodge 191, Lufkin New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Buffalo Nickel Band (5) January 8 Publication Committee Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple January 8 State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament Lodge 81, Needville Jan. 18-20 Supreme Lodge Meeting • SPJST Home Office, Temple January 29 SPJST Awards Banquet Mayborn Center, Temple February 5 State Tarok Tournament • Lodge 84, Dallas February 12 Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament
Home Office Closed December 23 and 24 for Christmas Holidays
Annuity Certification Class Set
From the Supreme Lodge Vice President
KJT and SPJST are teaming up as partners to conduct annuity certification classes for their sales agents. To comply with Texas Department of Insurance regulations, we need all agents to take this certification class. It will be beneficial in the long run for all agents, both career and associate. The class will be held at W.E. Hill Community Center, located at 1000 Main Street in Sealy, Texas, on Saturday, January 8, 2011. Registration time is 9 a.m., and the class will start at 10 a.m. Lunch break is at 12:30 p.m. (meal included). The class will resume at 1 p.m. and conclude at 2:30 p.m.
Instructor is Janet M. Friesenhahn from Catholic Life. There is a $3 fee to cover course completion with Texas Department of Insurance. No cash will be accepted; only a check or money order, made payable to Catholic Life, will be accepted. To RSVP for this class, please email Lisa Mills in the SPJST Insurance Department lisam@spjst.com or call her at (800) 727-7578. Fraternally, Gene McBride Supreme Lodge Vice President —SPJST—
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Scenes from SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House Monday, December 6, 2010 • SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas
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Scenes from SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House Monday, December 6, 2010 • SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas
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SPJST Floats Win First, Second Places in Temple Christmas Parade Monday, December 6, 2010 • Temple, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: District Two Director Bobby Wuensche drives State Duke Ty Stock of Lodge 24, Cyclone and Bayleigh Washam of Lodge 20, Granger (filling in for State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer) in a Corvette. CENTER PHOTO: Supreme Lodge members ride in a horsedrawn carriage. Riding are, left to right, SL President Brian Vanicek and wife Joan, District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt and wife
Dorothy, District Six Director/SL Vice Chairman Mike Ahlstrom, and District One Director/SL Chairman Donnie Victorick. RIGHT PHOTO: District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky drives State King Samuel Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone and State Queen Jacqueline Klaus of Lodge 29, Taylor in a Corvette. Also pictured is State Youth Director Frank Horak.
LEFT PHOTO: The floats pull up to the Home Office following the Temple Christmas parade. Float I, left, features a train. Riding the float were District Two Beseda Dancers. The float was awarded second place. Float II features Alvin and the Chipmunks. Riding the float were Czech Feszt representatives, Home Office staff families, and members of Lodge 24, Cyclone. The float was awarded first place. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Float drivers David Nauert, left, and John Hoelscher enjoy a snack before the parade.
Miss Czech Feszt Meghan Blum
Little Mr. Czech Feszt Michael Hoelscher
Little Miss Czech Feszt Zoe Talasek
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Spirit ’10 Membership Program
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Progress Report • Goal: 2,100 Certificates Issued • Through November 2010: 1,230 Certificates Issued DI ST RI CT O NE
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
1 9 13 17 38 39 51 67 94 106 141 169 171 179 186 188 189 201 234 283
Fayetteville Snook Dime Box New Tabor Kovar Bryan Ellinger Schulenburg Wheelock La Grange Sealy Brenham Lockhart Warrenton Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Luling Trinity*
D IS TRI CT TW O
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
15 18 20 24 29 47 48 74 80 87 89 155 177 182 187 200 237 246
Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton Beyersville Lovelady Holland Temple Rosebud Austin Academy Falls County Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy West Austin* Morgan’s Point
3 15 2 15 2 0 4 0 2 0 0 14 13 3 15 4 4 0 20 0
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
DIS TRI CT THRE E
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
5 6 25 35 54 66 84 92 130 135 154 178 180 183 204 205 206 210 226 264
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Dallas Fort Worth Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Longview Burleson Arlington Stephenville Terrell Tri-Counties Fairfield* Corsicana* Plano*
5 1 4 15 26 30 9 2 11 17 2 1 3 10 11 6 -1 21
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
11 19 6 0 15 19 9 6 0 1 3 1 0 -10 2 -1 1 1 1 19
DI S TRICT FOUR
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
49 73 76 157 160 207 215 219 229 230 238 242 256 265 272
Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park South Plains El Paso Abilene Midland Goldthwaite* Amarillo* Denver City* Odessa* Del Rio*
D I ST R I C T FI V E
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
65 81 88 91 139 142 162 172 175 191 196 232 255
Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Danbury Houston Iowa Colony Pasadena Rosenburg Lufkin Houston-West Mid-Houston* Katy
DI S TRIC T S IX
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
4 8 10 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 223 240
Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Moravia East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placedo Westhoff Inez El Maton Wharton La Salle Moulton Palacios Bay City
35 10 -1 4 20 0 -1 36 4 7 5 6 0 1 -7
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
-2 6 21 -1 2 2 0 3 1 6 4 4 -6
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
DIS T RI CT S E VE N
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
26 79 93 107 117 133
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville Robstown San Antonio
0 0 -1 2 3 10 0 10 -2 0 7 0 -2 8 6 0 1 0 -2
164 185 202 247
258 271
0 0 21 -3
9 -23
H OM E O FF I C E
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
C e r t i f i c at e s Is sued
999 • Denotes lodge has not been chartered.
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November Consistency Club
Minimum of two certificates issued each month in October and November.
District Two Patsy Koslovsky Lodge 47, Seaton
SPJST Youth Clubs’ October Update DI ST RI CT ONE Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
1 9 17 186
Fayetteville Youth Club Snook Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Caldwell Youth Club
C e r t s. I s s u e d
1 9 5 8
DIS TRI CT TW O Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
18 20 24 29 80 187 246
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Elgin Youth Club Granger Youth Club Cyclone Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Holland Youth Club Round Rock Youth Club Morgan’s Point Youth Club
1 4 6 5 1 4 3
DI ST RI CT T HRE E Y O U T H C LU B S
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
0 87 0 20 0 34
Rio Hondo New Braunfels Jourdanton San Marcos (all members reassigned) Seguin Laredo (all members reassigned)
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
6 25 84 183
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club Dallas Youth Club Arlington Youth Club
6 1 4 1
DI S TRICT FOUR Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
215 229
South Plains Abilene
D I S TR IC T F IV E Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
88 142 162
D IS TRIC T S IX Y O U T H C LU B S
185 202
5 0 0
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Hallettsville Youth Club Taiton Youth Club Victoria Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club El Maton Youth Club
DIS T RI CT S E VE N Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
0 0
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Houston Youth Club Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
4 30 32 40 148
C e r t s. I s s u e d
0 6 4 14 4
C e r t s. I s s u e d
New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton Youth Club
1 10
Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by Sept. 15.
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Production Persistency Professionals - November Honor Roll Congratulations to these agents for achieving at least 90 percent persistency from November 1, 2008 to November 30, 2010. Lodge number is listed first.
1 9 13 17 38 38 38 51 67 169 171 171 171 171 171 179 186 186 186 186 188 188 189 189 189 189 234
15 18 18 18 20 20 24 24 29 29 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 80 80 80 87 87 155 155 155 177 182 187 200 200 246 246 246
District One Ronald Pflughaupt Stacey Eldridge Dorothy Rackel, FIC Susan Skrabanek, FIC Johnnie Janak Katherine Maney Heather Wilhelm Fausta Kaiser Adrienne Kobza Donald Strickland Kenneth Schawe Clint Roberts, FIC Bill Cleveland Emily Plant Carrie Staton, FIC Ricky Weyand Thomas Cannon Victor Mendez, Jr. Darlene Brinkman Michelle Mendez Sharon Carrigan Belinda Liner Charles Munday, FIC Henry Mayo William Miller, Jr. Pamela Vestal Boyd Maxwell
District Two Jack Brown Evelyn Gustafson Dolores Greinert Betty Gaskamp Norma Cavanaugh Irene Santiago Jason Hoelscher Roberta Amos Albin Machu, CFFM Felix Pavlicek, Jr. Frank Klinkovsky, FIC Dolores Skrabanek, FIC Corinne Popelka David Coufal David Pechal Jaclyn Zabcik Lisa Mills Brandon Brutton Bobby Wuensche Vicki Benner Slye Janet Lyon, FIC Frank Horak John Troy Keifer Marshall, Jr. Doris Plagens Emma Garza Jack Mosley Linda Johnson Johna Beckendorf Rubie Volek, FIC Margaret Santana Dan Ferguson David Nauert, FIC Charles Herendon Don Miller
246 246
5 5 6 6 6 6 25 25 25 25 54 54 54 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 84 84 84 92 92 92 92 130 135 154 178 178 183 183 183 204 204 204 206 210 226 226
49 49 49 49 49 49 49 73 76 76 157 157 157 157 160 160 160
James Hutto James Fleming
District Three Dean Carender Elise Koerner, FIC Ruth Krizan Lydia Dobecka Donald Cernosek Jerry Kucera, FIC Kay Lynn Kovar, FIC Linda Jurik Margaret Krajca Oscar Smith, III Wilburn Willis, FIC Janice Kaluza Jean Martin Larry Matula MariaVasquez-Mendoza John Kocian Justin Gaidusek Christine Galysh Robert Satchell, Jr. Vanessa Johnson Ben Jarma, FIC Bessie Petr Rosa Alaniz Kenneth Krivanek Bob Tacker Thomas Brown David Ford John Vrla Larry Laznovsky Joseph Steinman Vicki Ballard Russell Pharris Daniel Roznovsky, FIC Rhonda Steelman Eugene Havran Joyce Russell, FIC Floyd Pierce Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM David Cooper Jack Patterson Denise Brown Oda Ruth Martin District Four Loretta Schaefer Joan Halfmann Kenneth Rooke Thomas Kirkpatrick Lisa Galvan Sylvia Rollwitz, FIC Beverly Teplicek, FIC Marty Bufkin William Waddle Beth Calhoun Lee Meurer Paul Harwood Francisco Devasquez Mickey Mullen Leonard Jansa, FIC Martha Broz, FIC James Baker
160 207 215 215 219 219 219 219 219 219 229 230 230 238 242 265 265
81 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 139 162 191 191 196 196 255 255 255 4 4 28 30 30 30 32 32 32 32 40 97 97 148 151 151 184 240
Joe Gonzales Joyce Kotulek Janeece Williams Jo Della Turpen Ana Ahumada, FIC Alejandro Rivas Gilberto Aldaz Guadalupe Rangel Nancy Martinez Gloria Guzman Mark Smith Jimmy Slatton Velia Mestas Kimberly Wesson Lesa Browning Cristina Bowen Carl Carson
District Five Bradely Stavinoha Edna Wehring, FIC Carolyn Filipp Beseda, FIC Vincent Hegwood, FIC Fred Buri, FIC Linda Wehring, FIC Ana Latigo Victor M. Medina Helen Filipp Geraldine Frank Tucker Weems Calvin Anderson, II Michael J. Moore Jefferey Barcak, FIC Delisle Doherty Mary Granberry, CFFM, FIC Linda Williams District Six Joe Siptak, FIC Shirley Kalmus Glenn Kaminsky, FIC Leroy Kaspar, FIC Margaret Kulcak Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Renae Pierce Mary Monclova Robert Solis, Jr. Mary Tijerina Ardis Bacak, FIC Diana Redd, FIC David Bellanger Gay Thurmond, FIC Charles Bucek, FIC Ray Pilgrim, FIC Maynard Wagner Francisco Ramirez, CFFM
Annie Vahalik
Spirit 2010 Monthly Prize Drawing Winner - November
Lodge 4, Hallettsville District Six $25 Wal-Mart Gift Card
26 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 107 107 107 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 202 202 202 258 258 258
District Seven Magaly Reyna Jerry Sijansky, FIC Paige Watson Mary Rodriguez Lance Morck Larry Wyatt Rosario Aguiar Eva Vasquez Ignacia Castillo Wendy Pruski, FIC Bob Bayer, FIC Miguel Rodriguez, Jr., FIC Jarolyn Popp, FIC Leticia Sanchez Hector Vallejo Victor Ramirez Adilia Giron Jesse Martinez Roberto Rivera Jose Marchan Linda Ramey, FIC Chester Gail Lee Juan Perez Chester Jenke, FICF Colleen Jenke Dominga Esquivel
Home Office Recruiter of the Month November 2010
State FAC Presidentʼs Deptartment Lodge 258, Seguin 10 Referrals
Chester Jenke, Sr.
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SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through November 30, 2010
MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM
Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Certs. 12 23 15 27 21 15 13 3 126
Written $1,385,000.00 1,897,005.00 745,000.00 1,954,639.00 837,727.00 318,536.00 875,604.00 407,571.00 $8,421,082.00
Certs. 10 20 11 22 17 15 6 1 102
Issued Earned Prem. $4,285,000.00 $ 6,257.04 527,005.00 4,964.88 375,000.00 6,580.30 1,844,563.00 6,717.94 447,727.00 45,779.84 423,536.00 5,937.15 785,604.00 5,639.05 422,571.00 0 $9,111,006.00 $81,876.20
YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM
Dist. Certs. 1 153 2 262 3 183 4 280 5 143 6 131 7 288 9 22 Totals 1,462
Written $17,006,643.00 9,717,451.00 12,138,539.00 15,065,546.00 5,387,102.00 4,354,636.00 12,763,251.00 4,058,352.00 $80,491,520.00
Certs. Issued Earned Prem. 128 $13,715,535.00 $ 62,105.86 230 6,950,842.00 191,879.29 157 9,906,319.00 77,508.22 234 11,636,198.00 76,358.94 117 3,813,700.00 94,932.62 115 3,730,007.00 52,883.28 228 8,841,559.00 95,296.88 21 4,031,156.00 0 1,230 $62,625,316.00 $650,965.09
Sales Agents’ November Roll of Honor
Congratulations to these sales agents for writing at least one application in November 2010! 172 Toni McLin-Coleman 66 Vanessa Johnson District One 92 David Ford 255 Cecil Penright 17 Susan Skrabanek 135 Larry Laznovsky 38 Heather Wilhelm District Six 204 Philip McBee 169 Donald Strickland 30 Carolina Covarrubia 206 Melissa Pew 179 Ricky Weyand 264 Denis Muforsi 30 Karen Kaspar 40 Ardis Bacak District Two District Four 40 Sheldon Holub 29 Albin Machu 49 Thomas Kirkpatrick 63 Donna Zabransky 47 Patsy Koslovsky 76 Beth Calhoun 153 Jerome Hlavaty 47 Corinne Popelka 76 Ray Esparza 223 Robert Solis 48 Bobby Wuensche 160 Bobby Davis, Jr. 80 Frank Pajestka, Jr. 160 Joe Gonzales District Seven 87 Betty Barton 160 Patti Pool 79 Armando Diaz 177 Linda Johnson 215 Johnie Turpen, II 79 Leo Longoria 182 Johnna Beckendorf 219 Baltazar Nunez 79 Crystal Pantoja 246 Hiram Dixon 219 Bertha Rodriguez 79 Roberto Salinas 229 Jesusita Hudson 107 Miguel Rodriguez, Jr. District Three 133 Roberto Rivera 6 Jerry Kucera District Five 133 Aracely Varela 25 Margaret Krajca 81 Bradley Stavinoha 202 Chester Gail Lee 88 Helen Hegwood 54 Janice Kaluza
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SPJST records 740 referrals in Spirit 2010 program through November
Through the end of November, the following members made referrals during Spirit 2010 Membership Drive. Lodge Memberʼs Name 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 6 6 9 9 9 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 24 24 25 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 30 30 32 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40
Jeannie Bergland Robin Bergland Linda Bockman Ruth Bradfield Ashlie Clark Marlena Crawford Tamara Gettys Lorene Love Linda Machicek Melissa Ramos Opal Randall Roy Rash Matthew Rodarte Carolyn Roy Paula Ruzicka Noe Saldana Teresa Saldana Gladys Schmidt Albert Smith Dot Vrana Pam Warren Annie Vahalik Dorothy Kucera Jerry Kucera Konnor Eldridge Landon Eldridge Zachary Shelfer Kimber Dowell Luisa Dowell Tabor Dowell Christine Havemann Colby Havemann Mitchell Parks Brandon Powell Kyle Skrabanek T.J. Anderson Brandon Bowen Kayla Nelson Sheryl Wright Lori Slack Margaret Campbell Adell Rejcek Winston Anderson Cristy Girod Debra Haag Irene King Anita Lopez Elaine Machu Tammy Miller Bernard Mokry Billy Mucha Linda Pospisil Mary Willoughby Jack Winterroud Ryan Drapela Debbie Krpec Norma Tijerina Ardis Bacak Brad Bacak Vlasta Bartos Colby Cerny Craig Cerny Dee Floyd Cathy Garcia Cynthia Garcia Felicia Garcia Sky Garcia Carmen Kocurek Adryanna Manzano Angelica Manzano Trianna Manzano
Referrals 1 1 1 1 1 1 22 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 10 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 4 14 16 1 1 1 2 1 1 5 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 3 1 1 1 2 4 1 1 1 47 10 1 1
40 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 54 79 79 79 79 79 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 87 87 88 88 89 89 91 92 92 97 107 107 107 107 107 107 142 142 151 177 177 183 183 185 185 185 186 200 200 200 202 202 202 202 202 202
Inez Villarreall Debbie Alexander Bailee Beckendorf Debbie Dohnalik Sandra Dubcak Ruth Hanusch Mark Hoelscher Cynthia Hutka Debbie Klinkovsky Lisa Mills Katherine Morris Dorothy Stuchly Nancy Tawater Doris Tyroch Donica Zabcik Margie Faltesek Pamela Harper Delores Kubala Diane Naivar Geraldine Steger Alexis Taylor Alyssa Torres Bonnie Wolf Kayla Wuensche Linda Wuensche Trent Wuensche Tyler Kaluza Fernando Castillo Mary Irma Clark Maria Elena Cruz Almalisa Leal Mark Rebecek Christine Festa Frank Horak Allison Janke Lauren Janke Doni Powell Melissa Vrabel Socorro Wolcott Carol Wolf Emma Hromcik Gilbert Mojica, Sr. Sherry Miller Jessica Schoen Lisa Kirby Tammy Martinez Will Locke Danele Durham Jon Durham Sylvia Bluhm Liz Bielefeld Roxy Bertrand Lucille Novak Glen Pruski Wendy Pruski Henry Sralla Alice Jochen Nelson Jochen David Bucek Janie Coakley Linda Johnson Katelyn Daniel Hunter Pustejovsky Shelby Howard Zach Howard Jordan Woodall Cheryl Rose Peggy Brewer Gene McBride Margaret Santana James House Kelly House Lloyd House Michelle House Regina House Melba Novosad
4 1 1 13 12 9 1 13 14 12 19 12 3 12 25 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 5 13 2 2 13 1 17 13 1 3 1 1 12 13 5 2 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 10 42 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 19 1 2 2 1 2 1
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Tammy Copeland Maddie Farmer Jesse Mendoza Karen Franklin Sue Moore Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas Susan Shofner Delisle Doherty Chester Jenke James Lowak —SPJST—
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District Lodges of the Month Lodge must have at least four certificates issued during month. Number in ( ) is certificates issued.
District Two—Lodge 29, Taylor (5) District Three—Lodge 6, Cottonwood (4) District Four—Lodge 49, Rowena (12) District Five—Lodge 172, Pasadena (8) District Six—Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje (9)
November Top Sales Producers Earned Premium
Insurance Issued
District Top Associate Agents
Albin Machu, CFFM Lodge 29,Taylor District Two
Jerry Kucera, FIC Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Insurance Issued Earned Premium
District Top Career Agent
Joe Gonzales Lodge 160, San Angelo District Four
FROM THE PRESIDENTʼS DEPARTMENT
SPJST Financial Statement as of June 30, 2010
Dear Members, In accordance with the 2008 SPJST By-Laws, I am submitting a report of our Society which is extracted from the September 2010 Quarterly Statement. This report gives you pertinent items of information concerning our Society. All items are entered as found in the September 2010 Quarterly StateASSETS
ment which was filed with the Texas Department of Insurance in November 2010. Please review this report in detail and should you have any questions, please contact me. Fraternally, Jerry Mikulas Financial Secretary —SPJST—
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
Bonds.................................................................................$140,085,867 Stocks................................................................................. 23,856,802 Mortgage Loans................................................................. 29,048,825 Real Estate: Properties occupied by the Society............................. 2,716,738 Properties acquired in satisfaction of debt .................. 0 Certificate Loans................................................................ 2,308,548 Cash .................................................................................. 6,730,698 Other Assets ......................................................................
2,287,735
TOTALS ...................................................................... 207,035,213
LIABILITIES AND RESERVES
Certificate Reserves .......................................................... 180,144,545 Certificate Benefits Payable ............................................. 125,000 Premiums Received In Advance ...................................... 367,524 Interest Maintenance Reserve …….................………….. 4,877,497 Asset Valuation Reserve ……………………....………….. 3,655,061 Other Accrued Liabilities.................................................... 3,063,637 TOTALS .............................................................. 192,233,264
Unassigned Funds.............................................................
14,801,949
TOTALS ...................................................................... 207,035,213
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Wednesday, December 15, 2010 09/30/2010
Insurance and Annuity Premiums......................................$ 14,371,739 Net Investment Income......................................................
7,380,657
Commissions and Expense Allowance .............................
5,084
Amortization of Interest Maintenance Reserve .................
575,124
TOTALS.......................................................................
22,332,604
Life and Annuity Benefits ................................................... Refunds to Members ......................................................... Additions to Reserves........................................................ Operating Expenses .......................................................... Net Realized Capital Gains (+) or Losses (-) ....................
6,723,339 (12) 8,851,755 5,791,003 157,967
DISTRIBUTION OF INCOME
TOTALS.......................................................................
NET INCOME ..............................................................
21,208,118
1,124,486
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN CERTIFICATE HOLDERSʼ SURPLUS
09/30/2010
Balance Beginning............................................................. $ 13,807,528 Net Income......................................................................... 1,124,486 Change in Unrealized Capital Gains (+) or Losses (-) ...... (130,068) BALANCE ENDING ................................................... $ 14,801,946
SPJST Lodge Se ct ion
Lodge 8, Weimar celebrates Thanksgiving, gives to food pantry
Seasons greetings to all! Lodge 8, Weimar members met on Monday, November 22, 2010, at the Veterans Hall in Weimar to celebrate Thanksgiving with a dinner. Turkey and dressing and all sorts of delicious side dishes were enjoyed by all. Leo and JoAnn brought the turkey, and Rosie had the dressing and gravy prepared, Everyone else brought the sides. After our meal, we held our meeting with Leo Jares presiding. Everyone recited the Pledge Allegiance, and
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we remembered our sick members and troops serving our country. All officers were present. Also attending the meeting and gathering were Director Six Director Mike Ahlstrom and wife Kathy and State Field Representative Karen Kaspar. We took care of the usual procedures of our meeting. We than elected our officers for the new year. All officers currently serving were reelected for the same positions. The members brought all sorts of food items and paper goods to be given to the food pantry in Weimar. Rosie Shumbera and Frank and Margie Grunewald volunteered to deliver the commodities. Leo was recognized as the birthday celebrant for November. He was pre-
District Six hosts SPJST Float: El Campo Carol of Lights Christmas Parade Thursday, December 2, 2010 • El Campo, Texas
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, District Six King Andrew Zielonka, Duke Blake Zielonka, Queen Allison Fucik, Duchess Myranda Zielonka, Jessica Fucik, Tristan Voldan, Jordan Voldan, and Dylan Treumer. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Duke Blake, King Andrew, and Duchess Myranda Zielonka, all of Lodge 148, El Maton, and Queen Allison Fucik of Lodge 30, Taiton. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, left, with Queen Allison and parents David and Nancy Fucik.
LEFT and RIGHT PHOTOS: Youth and parents are ready to ride the float.
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District Six hosts SPJST Float: Bay City Lighted Christmas Parade Tuesday, December 7, 2010 • Bay City, Texas • First Place Noncommercial Award
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are, front, left to right, Taylor Thurmond, Queen Allison Fucik, Duchess Myranda Zielonka, King Andrew Zielonka, Jordan Voldan, and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom. On the float are, left to right, Grant Bubela, Abby Hoelscher, Michael
sented a birthday card signed by all present. There being no further business, we adjourned. JoAnn Jares, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook to sponsor turkey shoot
Donnie Hejl called the December 1, 2010, meeting of Lodge 9, Snook to order at 6:30 p.m. Janice Victorick led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ann Schoeneman called roll and read the minutes of the last meeting. They stood approved as read. Bonnie Walker gave the FAC report. David Kovar gave the hall manager’s report, Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer’s report. Marie Shelfer gave the youth club report. A large group of adults and youth attended the District One outing at Horseshoe Junction in Brenham on December 3 from 9 to 11 p.m. The lodge accepted two new members. The lodge also voted to be a sponsor for the Snook Little Dribblers. Lodge 9 will sponsor a turkey shoot on Sunday, April 3, 2011, at Gun Smoke. Next Meeting—January 5 The next meeting will be Wednesday, January 5 at 7:30 p.m. James Schoeneman Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 17 New Tabor reports on December meeting
Lodge 17, New Tabor’s adult meeting was called to order by President Randy Gaas. Vice President Wilfred Hildebrand secured signatures of those in attendance. Holly Narro led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, and Susan Skrabanek read the resolution of sym-
Hoelscher, Duke Blake Zielonka, Emma Hoelscher, District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela, and Tristan Voldan. CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Grant Bubela, DYC Lisa Bubela, and District Six Queen Allison Fucik. RIGHT PHOTO: Lisa Hoelscher, left, and Kirby Bubela.
pathy of Melvin Ray Ondrasek. Betty Suehs, sitting in for Secretary Ben Trcalek, who is recovering from surgery, called the roll of officers. Ben Trcalek was absent. She then read minutes from the November meeting. With no additions or corrections, the minutes were approved. Treasurer Stanley Mrnustik provided the financial and new member report. On a motion by Hildebrand, seconded by Skrabanek, it was approved to accept new membrs Francis and Melvin Zgabay.
Youth Leader Mabrey Dowell gave the youth report. The youth gathered on Friday, December 3 to make table decorations for the upcoming memorial service and to have the club’s Christmas gift exchange. Once this was done, the youth attended District One’s Christmas party held at Horseshoe Junction in Brenham. After the district party, youth returned to the hall for a lock-in. FAC Holly Narro reported on the open house which will be at the Home Office on Monday, December 6. Miss
Scenes from Lodge 8, Weimar’s Thanksgiving Dinner
Monday, November 22, 2010 • Veterans Hall • Submitted by JoAnn Jares, Secretary
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Czech Feszt Meghan Blum will be representing SPJST riding on a float in the parade and attending the open house. National Fraternalist of the Year Susan Skrabanek will also be attending the open house. Narro shared information for the upcoming awards banquet and reminded everyone of the year-end report deadline. Hall Manager Susan Skrabanek provided the hall report. The hall is getting many bookings due to the approaching holidays. It was also reported during one of the last rentals, damages were made to the facility. The renters acknowledged the damages, and paid for the repairs. Under new business, members agreed to have the lodge officers installed during the memorial service. Lisa Blum, member of the audit committee, reminded the lodge it was time for book audits. It was decided to have this audit after the January meeting. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Next Meeting—January 2 The next meeting will be Sunday, January 2. Here is wishing everyone Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Blum, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor members participate in parade
Lodge 29, Taylor met on Sunday, December 5, 2010, for its monthly meeting. President Ronnie Rieger led the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers were present. The November minutes were read and approved. Tammy Whatley gave the treasurer’s report and the youth club report. The youth rode on the SPJST Float in the Georgetown parade on Saturday, December 4. The District Two Royalty also rode in a Corvette, provided by David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert in the Taylor parade on Saturday night. The youth were making Christmas bell necklaces to take to the residents at Granger Villa Nursing Home. Sharon Kaderka gave the vice president’s report, and Jesse Pospisil gave the property committee report. Dorothy Markert reported the senior citizens had their Christmas domino gathering with a noon meal, and there were seven tables of domino players. Albin Machu installed the Lodge 29 officers for 2011. Albin Machu signed up new member Phillip John Swenson. Edmond Tate made a motion to accept the new member, and Alice Schwenke seconded. The motion prevailed. Members celebrating birthdays in December are Jesse Pospisil, Ila Mae Jansky, David Buchanan, and Mered-
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
ith Tate. Leonard and Sharon Kaderka celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary. Door prizes will be donated by Norris and Ruby Schroeder next month. Next Meeting—January 12 The next regular meeting will be Wednesday, January 12, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting then adjourned. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 79 Corpus Christi celebrates veterans
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Lodge 79, Corpus Christi celebrated an early Thanksgiving with a meal of turkey and dressing on November 21, 2010. After the meal, the meeting was called to order by President Mark Rebecek. The Pledge of Allegiance was
Lodge 1, Fayetteville members participate in NHS Fundraiser
On Saturday, December 4, 2010, in conjunction with Fayetteville’s Country Christmas, the Fayetteville High School National Honor Society presented “The Night the Museum Came Alive.” Thirteen NHS members portrayed historical characters of Fayetteville’s past. Listed below the photo is the name of the NHS member followed by the name of the person they portrayed in parentheses. Each member gave the tourists a brief description of his character. This event was sponsored by the Fayetteville Heritage Museum and the National Honor Society and served as a fundraiser for both or-
ganizations. Approximately 150 visitors took a “step back in time.” At the conclusion of the tour, guests were treated to cookies and kolaches. Sharon Fritsch, teacher at Fayetteville ISD, is the NHS sponsor. Sharon is also president of SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. The Fayetteville Museum is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and 2 to 4 p.m. To book a group tour and for more information, please contact Irene Polansky (979) 378-2378 or email tictoc@cvctx.com. Irene is a member of SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. —SPJST—
Lodge 23, Moravia Installs 2011 Officers
Lodge 23, Moravia’s 2011 officers were installed by State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, far left, recently. Officers are, second from left to right, Secretary Kathleen Guenther, President Albert Olsovsky, Vice President/FAC Marilyn Palmquist, and Treasurer Eddie Vrana.
Pictured, front, left to right, are Karley Bisbano (farmer’s wife); Veronica Alvarado (Mrs. Klimicek, President of the Do Your Duty Club); Kirbey Cufr (Philomina “Minnie” Cufr, owner of Cufrs’ Dry Goods store; Kirbey is the original great-granddaughter); Hannah Wolf (Martha Brokmeyer, teacher/librarian of Fayetteville, mother of former mayor Billy Graeter); Victoria Orsak (housewife telling historical events that happened in Fayetteville in the early 1900s); and Joshua Zatopek (Philip J. Shaver, founder of Fayetteville). BACK: Jacob Zatopek (farmer); Tyler Goerig (Jerry Vavra car dealer); Trevor Malota (Jesse J. Jochec, teacher/coach at Fayetteville ISD, only coach to take the boys basketball team to state); Corrie Elam (member of the Baca Band with Rose Baca Rohde assisting); Bowyn Bauer (Antonia Wecheta Zelesky, midwife and fisherwoman, grew herbs for medicinal purposes); Dalton Grayson (R.B. Spacek, served five terms as a Texas representative); Caitlyn Noska (Father Chromcik, first Czech priest in Texas).
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recited. On the sick list were George Marek who suffered a heart attack and is home recovering. Kay Majek had hip surgery and is also at home recovering. We wish a speedy recovery for these members. We had a moment of silence for two deceased members, Adella Elzner and Charlie Majek. They will be greatly missed. All officers were present. President Rebecek introduced guests District Seven FAC Glen Pruski, District Seven Youth Counselor Wendy Pruski, and State Field Representative Karen Kaspar. It was great having them enjoying the meal and attending our meeting. The October minutes and treasurer’s report were read and approved. FAC report was given by Jerry Sijansky who with President Rebecek introduced our veterans attending our meeting. They thanked all for serving our country. We all signed a Christmas card to send to Lian Pruski who is serving in Iraq. Lian is the daughter of Glen and Wendy Pruski. We also filled boxes to send to the troops. Birthdays for November were
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years on the 10th, Jill and Jerry Sijansky, 42 years on the 22nd, and Mark and Virginia Rebecek, 45 years on the 27th. Twenty-five dollar door prizes were won by Jose Salinas and Jill Sijansky.
Next Meeting—December 19 The next meeting will be December 19 with a catered meal of chicken fried steak. We will also elect officers for 2011. Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor recently elected its 2011 officers. They are, front, left to right, Youth Leader Cristy Girod, Treasurer Tammy Whatley, Secretary/Reporter Linda Pospisil, and Vice President Sharon Kaderka. BACK: Property Committee Members Mike Girod and Adolph Grieger, President Ronnie Rieger, and Property Committee Members Leonard Kaderka, Jesse Pospisil, and Wayne Voigt.
Melina Cruz on the 6th and Leona Grant and Jerry Sijansky, both on the 27th. “Happy Birthday” was sung to
these members. Wedding anniversaries for November were Glen and Wendy Pruski, 26
Lodge 29, Taylor hosts SPJST Float: Georgetown Christmas Parade Saturday, December 4, 2010 • Georgetown, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: 2010-2011 State Royalty and Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club is pictured on the float before the Georgetown Christmas Parade. CENTER PHOTO: State Duke Ty Stock, Queen Jacqueline Klaus, State King Samuel Vanicek, and State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer. Jaqueline
and Chandee are members of Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club. RIGHT PHOTO: Front, left to right, are Assistant Youth Leader Tammy Whatley, Brooke Newsom, Collin Whatley, Brandon Girod, and Basil Mohad. In back are Michelle Newsom, Youth Leader Cristy Girod, and Mike Girod.
LEFT PHOTO: Kaitlyn Whatley, left, and Dounia Mohad. PHOTO 2: State Duke Ty Stock poses with Alvin the Chipmunk. PHOTO 3: State Duchess
poses with Theodore the Chipmunk. RIGHT PHOTO: State Queen Jacqueline and Najatt Mohad.
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Lodge 38, Kovar hosts SPJST Float: Smithville Christmas Parade Saturday, December 4, 2010 • Smithville, Texas • Best Overall Award
LEFT PHOTO: Dorothy Lastovica with grandchildren Matt and Elizabeth Holder. CENTER PHOTO: The float received the best overall award in
Lodge 88, Houston turkey giveaway Thursday, Dec. 16
On Thursday night, December 16, 2010, Lodge 88, Houston will give away turkeys to eight lucky bingo winners! Come out and join the fun on Thursdays! We have good crowds, and everyone really enjoys visiting and meeting new players. We celebrate birthdays at half-time so bring your family and friends and celebrate with us at Lodge 88. Plan to arrive early, as the hall fills fast. We begin early bird games at 7:15 p.m. and regular games at 7:45 p.m.
We will not play bingo on December 23 - Christmas holiday or December 30 - New Year’s holiday. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the workers for their dedication and hard work every Thursday night. Also, I would like to give a special thanks to Barbara Linney-Gonzales and the youth club for keeping the kitchen open. They give so much time every Thursday night, and we really appreciate your help. In addition, I want to thank Ashley Victorick and his Popcorn Crew and his bar group. Bingo Committee members who make all this happen are Esther Heinsohn, Emil Kuropata, Cleburn Lincke, Donnie Havemann, Carol Havemann, Kathy Green, Vernell Foyt, Pat Bruce, Jo Ann Buri, Fred Buri, Larry W.
Lodge 63, Sweet Home Installs 2011 Officers
Lodge 63, Sweet Home’s 2011 officers were installed by State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, far left, recently. Officers are, second from left to right, Flag Bearer Miranda Ward, Treasurer Earline Zabransky, Secretary Ann Marie Moseley, President Donald Zabransky, Vice President Diane Ward, and FAC Elaine Berkovsky.
the Smithville parade. RIGHT PHOTO: Rita Janek, right, with son Ronald and daughter-in-law Rhonda Janek and great-grandson Riley Hashaw.
Pflughaupt, Ana Latigo, Carol Pechacek, Dixie Raskin, and Carol Globke. Lodge 88 is located at 1435 Beall Street (15th and Beall) in Houston, Texas 77008. Phone (713) 869-5767 for more information. Lodge 88’s website is www.lodge88.org. Jo Ann Buri Second Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new members
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new members Brian and Heather Steele and their children Ashley, age four, and Koby, age 22 months. The family is from Robinson, Texas. Their sales agent is David Coufal. —SPJST—
Heather and Brian Steele Koby and Ashley
Lodge 48 Beyersville welcomes new member
Lodge 48, Beyersville welcomes new member Gracie Grimm, who was born April 19, 2010. Her family includes parents Heath and Amy Grimm; grandparents Teddy and Debbie Grimm, Randy Blangger, and Vicki Blangger; and great-grandparents Delores Kubala and the late Leroy Kubala, Mr. and Mrs. Hans Blangger, and Mr. and Mrs. Arno Ebner. —SPJST—
Gracie Grimm
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Joyce is ready to take requests for advance tickets for the annual New Year’s Eve party on Friday, December 31. Save $5 per ticket by buying in advance. Call (817) 624-1361. Live big band music by the Charlie Patteson Orchestra. Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 133 San Antonio Christmas luncheon this Sunday
SPJST Lodge 133, San Antonio will hold its annual Christmas luncheon on Sunday, December 19, 2010. A meal with ham and all the trimmings will be served as well as dessert. The lodge will pay for the meals. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. The meeting will follow the meal. Members will enjoy some Christmas fun by playing “Let’s Make a Deal” for Christmas surprises. The games party will follow. If you are looking for a good time, please join us at Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. If you have any questions, please call Vicki Reese (210) 698-1525. Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—
Veterans recognized at Lodge 79, Corpus Christi’s November meeting were, left to right, Jose Salinas, Mark Rebecek, Larry Elzner, Frank Sacky, Armando Diaz, Jr., and Jerry Sijansky. Thanks for your service.
Lodge 191, Lufkin Christmas dance this Saturday
Lodge 191, Lufkin’s Christmas dance will be this Saturday, December 18, 2010. Please bring finger foods for the snack table. Music will be by Glenn Lenderman from 8 to 11 p.m. Also, make plans to attend a New Year’s Eve dance with music by the Buffalo Nickel Band. Tickets are $15 each, and the dance is from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Get your tickets and reservations early by calling Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808 or email almab@consolidated.net. The lodge will serve ham, black-eyed peas, and
cornbread at midnight. Please bring finger foods for the snack table. We sent sympathy to the family of J.R. Cox. He was a member of both SPJST Lodge 191 and Lufkin Dance Club. Happy Holidays to each of you. Wishing you a Happy New Year! Alma Breazeale, President —SPJST—
Lodge 258, Seguin Christmas party Wednesday, Dec. 29
Lodge 258, Seguin will have its Christmas party and December meeting on Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at Dixie Grill, located at 1575 IH 10W in Seguin, at 6 p.m. Adults will have an ornament gift exchange. Anyone wishing to participate needs to bring a wrapped Christmas ornament with a $5 value. If you have children, please bring a wrapped gift for them. Dinner will be Dutch treat. Seating is limited. Please RSVP early to Chester Jenke (210) 413-3053 or email cejenke@wmconnect.com. Fraternally, Carrie Origas, Reporter —SPJST—
Help! Help! CHMGC needs your help
The Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center needs you to give a little or a lot before December 31, 2010. We have a challenge. Lodge 88, Houston’s Bingo Committee donated $5,000; the Board of Trustees donated $2,500; and has challenged the other districts to give $10,000 by December 31. If the other districts meet the challenge, Lodge 88 will match that amount. Helen Hegwood and I were appointed to the Museum’s Board and
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi: Anniversary Congratulations
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi recognized several special couples who celebrated anniversaries in November. Congratulations! LEFT PHOTO: Virginia and Mark Rebecek celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary on November 27. CENTER PHOTO: Jill and Jerry Si-
jansky celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary on November 22. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 79 meeting guests Glen and Wendy Pruski, both of Lodge 107, Floresville, celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on November 10.
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have attended two meetings. The next meeting is in January, and we want to report some really good news. Mary Ann Kieschnick of Lodge142, Houston in District Five presented $10,000 to our Board in the October meeting designating it to be applied to the principal of the $500,000 note owed to SPJST Home Office. The Museum depends on donations and grants to survive. It has no way to generate cash other than the generosity of people and Foundations. The Museum must be preserved so that future generations may learn and appreciate the hardships, talents, and efforts made by hardworking Czechs who immigrated to this country. The Czech people and those of us privileged to be a part of their lives can be rightfully proud of their heritage and the contributions their ancestors made to Texas and the United States. A memorial book has been donated to the Museum. The names of your loved one will be inscribed in this book for a donation of $25 or more. All these contributions will be paid on the principal of the note. Every dollar paid on the principal will help. The note amount sounds like such a large amount and it is, but all of you can help and with you behind us, we will make a huge dent in the debt. SPJST Supreme Lodge SecretaryTreasurer Leonard Mikeska’s figures give you an idea of how important it is to pay principal payments, and I quote an excerpt from his email:
“The current payments of 5 percent interest thru May 1, 2011, are $2,083.50 monthly calculated on the principal balance of $500,000. A principal payment of $17,500 will reduce the $500,000 to $482,500. The 5 percent monthly interest on the re-
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Recognizes November Birthdays
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi’s November birthday celebrants are, left to right, Leona Grant on the 27th, Melina Cruz on the 6th, and Jerry Sijansky, also on November 27. Happy birthday!
duced principal balance of $482,500 will be reduced from $2,083.50 to $2,020.42, and this will be a savings of $73.08 monthly or $2.44 daily. As a matter of information, each additional $1,000 reduction in the principal will reduce the monthly interest by approximately $4.17 and the daily interest by $0.14. After May 1, 2011, regular payments of interest and principal will begin in the amount of $4,250.57. Of course, the additional payments on principal now mean that a larger amount of each payment will be applied to reduce principal.” Any contribution, small or large, will be greatly appreciated and to those needing to make some contributions this year to lower your taxes, this is a great opportunity to get the tax deduction and help preserve the heritage of the Czech people who so richly deserve it. You may mail your checks to:
Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center 119 West French Temple, Texas 76501
I am mailing mine today. Mildred Holeman CHMGC Director Lodge 88, Houston —SPJST—
SPJST Tarok Rules
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Editor’s Note: Below are rules for the game of taroks. Rules, including photos, are available for download at www.spjst.org. SPJST will host its annual State Tarok Tournament on Saturday, February 5, 2011, at SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas. Tarok cards are available for $7 (plus shipping) from the SPJST Home Office. For more information about the game or to order tarok cards, call Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at the Home Office (800) 727-7578 or email tammym@spjst.com. Cards can also be ordered from The SPJST Store at www.spjst.org. Information from www.pagat.com: Taroky is a tarot game for four players, played in the Czech Republic (especially in Moravia) and also in Slovakia. It is played with a 54 card pack. Taroky is also played by the Czech communities in central Texas, USA - for example in the towns of Temple, West, and Fort Worth. There are enough players that Taroky cards are available in the shops there, and regular tournaments are held.
1 Chips Each player starts with a count 100 in chips. A player may borrow chips from the bank. The chips will have to be paid back. 6 blue, 6 red and 10 white. Blue = 10. Red = 5. White = 1
2 Shuffling the Deck The deck should be shuffled at least seven times. Be wary of a poor shuffler. Cards are apt to be dealt as tricks were taken.
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Members Remember Troops at Christmastime
LEFT PHOTO: After Lodge 79, Corpus Christi’s meeting on November 21, 2010, members filled gift boxes for troops. Pictured are, left to right, Larry Elzner, Jerry Sijansky, Paige Watson, Virginia Rebecek, and Jose Salinas. CENTER PHOTO: Members filling boxes for troops are,
left to right, Donna Havranek, Mark Rebecek, Gerilyn Donnell, Larry Elzner, Dorothy McCoy, Paige Watson, Jose Salinas, and Jerry Sijansky. RIGHT PHOTO: Six gift boxes were filled by Lodge 79 members to be sent to troops.
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Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Member Celebrates 96 Years
LEFT PHOTO: District Seven FAC Glen Pruski presents a birthday certificate from the Home Office to sons Rob and Dallas Marek for their father George Marek on his 96th birthday. George was unable to attend the November 21 meeting due to a heart attack and was home recuperating. RIGHT PHOTO: Vice President/FAC
3 Starting the Game Anyone can deal the first hand or cards may be drawn to determine first deal. High card normally deals first.
4 Dealing the Cards The cards are shuffled and “cut” by the person on the left. The first six cards of the deck are taken off the top of the deck and placed in the middle of the playing surface. This is called the Talon. The cards are then dealt in groups of six to each player beginning with the player on the dealer’s right.
5 Knocking on the Deck (Klupek) The person who knocks on the deck has the option of how the cards are to be dealt. One at a time; two, three, four, six, or 12. When the knocker calls “choice,” 12 cards are dealt in four stacks. The Povinost player has the first choice followed by the other players in counter clockwise fashion.
6 Initial Bidder The holder of the II of trumps is the first bidder - if not the II than the III or IV, etc. The first bidder announces Povinost or Prever. Povinost is announced when the bidder plans to play with a partner. Prever is announced when the bidder plans to play alone against the opponents.
7 Povinost (Four Times) - The Bid Bidding Povinost declares that the bidder will be asking for a partner. However, this is not always true. Should the Povinost player care to play alone against the other three players, the XIX is announced when it is in the Povinost player’s hand. The Povinost bidder if not overbid by Pre-
Jerry Sijansky, left, and President Mark Rebecek, right, present George Marek with his birthday certificate at his home on December 6—George’s 96th birthday. George is doing better after his heart attack. Happy birthday, George! George is also a World War II Navy veteran.
ver takes the first four cards from the Talon before announcing which trump will be the partner. The Povinost bidder normally calls for the XIX. Should the XIX be in the Povinost bidder’s hand, the next highest card (XVIII, XVII, XVI, or the XV) is called. Should the Povinost hand contain these cards, the Povinost bidder must play alone against the other three players. The remaining two Talon cards go to the two players to the right of the Povinost player. Povinost cannot be passed.
8 Prever (Three Times) - The Bid Bidding Prever is the highest bid. The Prever bidder plays alone against the other three opponents. The Prever bidder draws the first three cards from the Talon and may draw the second three cards after exposing the first three. The Prever bidder may go back to the first three cards. A Prever loss costs double for the second three and triple for going back to the first set. The Povinost bidder leads the first card.
values (8 or 10 trumps, Pane, Trull and etc.) and make challenges (Kontra, Re and etc.). Thus the Povinost player must ask “Can I go?” or “Is everyone ready to play?” No values can be declared once the 1st card is played.
12 Declarations/Announcements The winning bidder declares any values such as Taroky, Trull, Pane, etc. The other players should follow suit in order. Values must be declared. Failure to declare a value may have a bearing on how the hand is played; however, failing to declare does not
result in a penalty, as this may be difficult to prove at the end of the hand. However a failure to declare nullifies a Valat call should the Valat be lost because of the omission.
13 Challenges Challenges are Kontra, Re, Supre, and Mort. Challenges can be made on the hand and the Pagat. A challenge doubles the original win or loss and subsequent challenges double the previous challenge. A challenge is an announcement that the bidder will not win. Thus a 53/53 tie is a loss for the bidder and the challenge(s) is/are applied.
14 Following Suit If you cannot follow suit to what is led, you must play a trump. If you do not have a trump, then you may play anything.
15 Pagat Taking the last trick with the Pagat earns the winner(s) two chips. Losing the Pagat at the end costs you and your partner two chips. Announcing the Pagat doubles the chips. Announcing the Pagat can be challenged.
16 Valat Taking all the tricks is Valat. This earns the winner(s) 20 chips. Announcing a Valat doubles the chips. Valat voids the collection of any chips for the Pagat.
Lodge 80, Holland Announces 2011 Officers
9 Discarding Each player must discard the same number of cards drawn from the Talon, being careful not to discard a King. Should it be necessary to discard a Trump, it must be discarded face up. 10 Bid Ranks Prever outranks Povinost (Four times).
11 Leading the First Card The Povinost player must give the other players a chance to declare their
Lodge 80, Holland’s officers were installed before the annual Christmas party by District Two Director Bobby Wuensche. Officers are, front, left to right, Reporter Estelle Coker, Treasurer Jewel Wolf, Secretary Linda Hill, President Rita Spinn, and Vice President Frank Pajestka, Jr. BACK: Director Danny Hendrix, Director Barbara Hill, Director Curtis Wolf, Director Silveria Tschoerner, Youth Leader Christine Festa, Director Coleman Benner, and Director Joe W. Liles.
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17 No Trumps (UNI) (Barvi) Four chips are paid for a hand containing no trump cards. You may pass the Talon card to insure the collection of chips. If the 1st of the two remaining Talon cards is passed, it is given to the person that ordinarily would not have received a card. The passed Talon card may be refused. The bidder cannot receive a passed card.
18 Two Trumps (Beeda) Two chips are paid for a hand containing one or two trump cards. You may pass the Talon card to insure the collection of chips. If the 1st of the two remaining Talon cards is passed, it is given to the person that ordinarily would not have received a card. The passed Talon card may be refused. The bidder cannot receive a passed card.
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19 Pagat When Announced Pagat must be held to the last trick when announced unless you are forced to play the card. 20 Ace The Ace of Diamonds and Hearts is low.
21 Values 8 or 9 trumps Taroky 10 or more trumps Tarocky (Velki) Skys, Pagat and Mond Trull 4 five counters Pane Skys, Pagat, Mond and King Trull Pane 4 Kings Kings (Krale) 4 Kings and 1 five counter Rosanne Pane
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22 Misleading — Pre-Play If there is a misdeal and the problem cannot be rectified, the dealer redeals and pays two chips to each player.
23 Misdealing — Post Play If a mistake in dealing is discovered during play or at the end of the hand, the hand is continued to a normal conclusion. The extra card(s) go to the opponents. There is no penalty. Each player is responsible for the correct number of cards in the hand before play commences.
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24 Players Responsibilities Each player is responsible for the number of cards in the hand, and the number of cards discarded. These rules encourage each player to assist others when a possible error is detected (no cards discarded or to many discards etc.). This sportsmanship reduces conflicts, keeps the game moving and more importantly will earn you the respect of the other players. 25 Value of Cards
Skys, Mond & Pagat (Skys, XXI and I) Kings Queens Riders Jacks (Walkers) Other Trumps Other Cards
Value 5 5 4 3 2 1 1
Scenes from Lodge 80, Holland’s Christmas Party
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland held its December meeting and installation of officers before the annual Christmas party. After the meeting, the annual Lodge 80 and Holland American Legion Post 526 Christmas party began. Special guests were District Two Director
Bobby Wuensche and wife Ruth Ann, District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, and State Youth Director Frank Horak. A delicious meal was served consisting of roast beef, mashed potatoes, bread, green beans, and iced tea. For dessert, peach or blueberry cobbler was
served. The hall was beautifully decorated by the Wolf family. Door prizes were awarded to several lucky folks in attendance. Door prizes were distributed by Lodge 80 President Rita Spinn, Vice President Frank Pajestka, Jr., Clay Tschoerner, and Cyril Pajestka.
An extra special guest all the way from the North Pole came, too! He is pictured below with Kole Weir and Cyril Pajestka. Santa said they were on his “nice list.” Everyone seemed to have had a wonderful time at the party. —SPJST—
Sunday, December 5, 2010 • Lodge 80, Holland Hall • Submitted by Risa Pajestka
LEFT PHOTO: District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, front, congratulates Lodge 80, Holland’s officers and directors for 2011. CENTER PHOTO: The meal is served. RIGHT PHOTO: Rita Spinn, Frank Pajestka, Jr., and Clay Tschoerner are ready to distribute another great door prize.
BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Wonder what Cyril Pajestka told Santa? PHOTO 2: Members enjoy the meal in the beautifully decorated hall. PHOTO 3: Kole Weir and Santa have a great time! RIGHT PHOTO: Clay Tschoerner, Frank Pajestka, Jr., and Cyril Pajestka distribute door prizes.
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26 Red Suits King Queen Rider Jack Four Three Two One
Black Suits King Queen Rider Jack Ten Nine Eight Seven
100 Percent SPJST Family - Three Generations
27 Hierarchy of Cards The Skys is the dominant card in the deck, followed by the XXI, XX, XIX down to the I (Pagat). Trumps when played take all suit cards. The suits (Spades, Clubs, Hearts, and Diamonds) are of equal value. Trick taken power of the suit cards are determined by the value of the cards and/or the number of pips on the cards. 28 Winning Points Fifty-Four
29 Trick Taking Each player should take tricks won. Tricks should not be combined with your partner until the hand is concluded. This practice may facilitate the correction of misplays should they occur.
30 Determing Chips Won or Lost The game is based on a 54-point win. Take the total number of points and either subtract from 53 or subtract 53 from the total number of points won; depending on whether you won or lost. Add 10, multiply by 2 for Povinost and 3 for Prever and take the first digit(s) to determine what number of chips or won or lost. Major fraction (5 or greater) goes to the next highest number.
31 Errors and Penalties Tabulating score sheets. Errors in recording the scores at the end of a round can affect the players standing especially if they are contending for the top positions in the tournament. It is recommended that a person verify that each player’s score is entered correctly and that the final score equals 400. In case of a negative score; add the positives and subtract the negatives and record the negative with a minus sign (-).
Discarding irregularities The game will be completed. The extra card(s) will go to the opponents. The violator(s) will pay a penalty of two chips to each player. The violator(s) will not collect any chips. Should the violator have a partner(s)
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that is/are due chips because of a win, it is the violator that pays the chips. The violator is also responsible for any losses suffered by the partner(s). Chips collected for values at the beginning of the hand are not affected by discarding irregularities.
Discarding a King or a Trump Violator pays a five-chip penalty to each player. A trump can be discarded but it must be discarded face up or shown to each player. Failure to follow suit (re-nig) When detected, every effort should be made to back-up the cards played to rectify the error. If this is impossible, the hand will be completed and the error will be subjected to the same conditions and penalties as those for discarding irregularities.
Illegal declarations Declaring and collecting chips for values you do not have, results in a two-chip penalty to each player unless the error is announced before the 1st card is played. Any chips collected must be returned. The hand will be completed. Should an incorrect declaration result in a failed Valat call, the Valat call is voided. 32 Other Problems Announcing the Wrong Trump Bidder announces the wrong
SPJST proudly salutes this 100 Percent SPJST Family. They are, front, Clyde and Shirley Hannes, daughter Wynell Hannes-Burke, son Marlon Hannes, and grandchildren Kaitlyn Burke and Zachary Burke. They are all members of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston.
trump for a partner. The holder of the trump that should have been called should announce that the call was in error. The hand is declared void. The bidder loses the Povinost and pays a penalty of five chips to each player. Chips collected for values must be returned. If the holder of the correct trump is also negligent and the error is discov-
ered during the course of play or at the end of the hand, the bidder and the holder of the trump that should have been called each pay a five-chip penalty. The hand is declared void. The bidder loses the Povinost. Chips collected for values must be returned. If there is no announcement, the XIX is assumed and cannot be changed after the 1st card is played.
Wrong Person Plays Povinost When discovered during the course of the game that the wrong person was on Povinost, the game is concluded. The player that should have been Povinost and the violator each pay a two-chip penalty to the other two players. The player that should have been Povinost now gets to play and the person that was out of turn is skipped. No one loses a Povinost unless the bidder announces the wrong trump for a partner.
Partners Not Known It is permissible to ask the players if the called for trump has been played and who played it. If at the end of the hand, the cards become merged with the wrong player’s cards, the cards are counted and chips are paid as if there was no mistake. It is highly recommended that each side should count their cards. Calling the Pagat on the End Only the holder of the Pagat can call it on the end. Should the Pagat be
Lodge 92, Fort Worth Supports Local Organizations
Lodge 92, Fort Worth presented donations to The Goodfellow Fund, Meals On Wheels, and the Tarrant County Food Bank. Pictured, left to right, are Gordon Hubenak, Mary Ann Krivanek, Richard Greene representing Star-Telegram’s Goodfellow Fund, Al Kercho, Alley Marodo representing Meals On Wheels, Lisa Juran, Gayle Krengel, and Evelyn Scaff. A food bank representative was unavailable.
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called, and the caller not have it in the hand, the holder of the Pagat can give countra doubling the number of chips. The caller must also pay a two-chip penalty. Player calls the Pagat and player is a card short or player has an extra card in the hand either because player failed to discard or did not discard the proper number of card. This is usually discovered on the final or prior to the final play of the hand. Solution: The holder of the Pagat loses the right to take a trick with the Pagat. The Pagat, the trick taken with the Pagat, (if the Pagat did take a trick) and the extra card is there is one, belongs to the opposition. This is a violation and the same penalties as in discarding irregularities apply.
100 Percent SPJST Family - Three Generations
Too Many Cards in Hand If not covered under discarding ir-
Player Exposes a Card The card remains on the table face up and must be played and/or led at the first opportunity. There is no penalty. Improper Cut The deck should be cut at least six cards deep. There is no penalty.
Other Unforeseen Problems Should there be a problem that cannot be resolved to everyone’s satisfaction by the players at the table, a judge will render a decision. Please make every attempt to identify problems before the hand is played. This practice will keep the game flowing smoothly while decreasing the probability of conflicts and penalty situations.
Seated at the Wrong Table Play continues.
Too Few Cards in Hand If not covered under discarding irregularities and/or misdealing, these rules apply: If a hand or hands has an improper number of cards and there is no discarding error, player must have played two cards to a trick, dropped a card or there was a misdeal. If there was a misdeal it will affect two or more players. Each player is responsible for the correct number of cards in the hand. This is a violation and the same penalties as in discarding irregularities apply.
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SPJST proudly salutes this 100 Percent SPJST Family. They are, second row, center, Theretta and Frank Praslicka with daughter Kim Bland, second row, left; son-in-law Keith Bland, top row, left; son Bron Praslicka, top right; daughter-in-law Teri Praslicka, second row, right; and grandchildren, front, left to right, Cody Bland, Nikki Bland, Nash Bland, Bryton Praslicka, Brianne Praslicka, and Brice Praslicka. They are all members of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth. Frank’s parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Praslicka, were the first generation of members of SPJST Lodge 92.
regularities and/or misdealing, these rules apply: If an extra card(s) is discovered during the play of a hand, player must have failed to play a trick or picked up a discarded card or a card from a trick won. Whatever, this is a violation and the same penalties as in discarding irregularities apply.
Lodge 92, Fort Worth Recognizes Fraternalist of the Year
Congratulations to 2010 Lodge 92, Fort Worth Fraternalist of the Year Gayle Krengel, far left. She was recognized at the lodge’s Christmas dance held December 5. Presenting her with a plaque and flowers are, left to right, Gordon Hubenak, Al Kercho, Mary Ann Kozel, and Joe Hubenak.
Dealer Exposes a Card The card is placed back in the remaining un-dealt deck, shuffled and dealing continues where it was interrupted. There is no penalty.
Exposing Your Hand Should there be a problem that cannot be resolved to everyone’s satisfaction by the players at the table, a judge or judges will render a decision. Please make every attempt to identify problems before the hand is played. This is a violation. The violator forfeits any chips won, pays a penalty of two chips to each player and pays all losses incurred by the other players.
Substitute Player A player who substitutes for a player who leaves the tournament may play with the departing player’s sore.
Lodge 92, Fort Worth Presents 2011 Officers
Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s officers for 2011 were installed by District Three Director Johnnie Krizan, far left. Officers are, front, left to right, Vice President Gayle Krengel, Secretary Jan Taborski, Treasurer Mary Ann Krivanek, Financial Secretary Norma McLendon, Trustee Sherrie Kubala Watkins, and Youth Leader Holly Anderson. BACK: Trustee Lisa Juran, President Gordon Hubenak, Reporter/Trustee Al Kercho, and Trustee Joe Hubenak.
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If departing player’s score is negative, the substitute player may begin with a 100, 200, 300 or whatever round he or she enters the tournament.
Rules Quick Sheet • The II begins play. If not II, then III, IV, etc. • Povinost calls XIX thru XV. • Povinost cannot give up. Must call the XIX if playing alone. • Povinost must indicate that play is to commence. • Values must be declared before any challenges. • After first card is lead, no values or challenges may be made. • Ace is low. • Misdeal costs dealer 2 chips per player. Dealer re-deals. • Failure to follow suite if not correctable is same penalty as misdeal. • Declarer loses tied game. • Discarding King is a 5 chip penalty. • Discarded trumps must be face up. • 8 or 9 trumps earn 2 chips. • 10 or more trumps earn 4 chips. • Trull earns 2 chips. • 4 five counters earns 2 chips. • 4 kings earn 4 chips. • 4 kings and a 5 counter earn 6 chips. • All counters earns 10 chips. • No trumps earns 4 chips. • Two or less trumps earns 2 chips. • A card can be passed to preserve a No trump or Two trump hand. • Povinost cannot be passed. • Pagat made earns 2 chips. Pagat
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Lodge 155, Austin Announces 2011 Officers
Lodge 155, Austin’s 2011 officers were recently installed by District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, far right. Officers are, left to right, Treasurer Jean Motl, Secretary Ginny Prasatik, Vice President Doris Boriski, and President Joe Motl.
called and made earns 4 chips; same if lost. • Valat made earns 20 chips. Valat called and made earns 40 chips; same if lost. • Pagat called must be held to the last trick if possible. • A Prever loss costs double for the 2nd three cards and triple for going back to the 1st set. • Discarding incorrectly costs you 2 chips. You do not earn chips if you win. You must pay partner chips won and or partners loss to opponents.
• Calling wrong trump costs you 5 chips and the loss of Povinost. Holder of correct trump also pays 5 chip penalty if not discovered. Chips collected for values must be returned. • Prever second hand is double. third hand is triple.
Reminders for Tarok Beginners 1. Must be 4 players. 2. One person must shuffle cards each hand. 3. Person on left of dealer must tap or cut deck. (See instructions)
4. Dealer takes 6 cards off top of deck and place in the center. 5. Deal rest of the cards counterclockwise in stacks of 6. (See instructions.) 6. The person with #2 trump is first to lead off person, if #2 trump is in center, use #2 trump and so on. 7. Lead off person asks other players if they wish to play solo, prever, if not. 8. Lead off person takes 4 cards from center and the next 2 players get 1 card each, dealer doesn’t get any. 9. The lead off person checks to see if he has the #19 trump, if he does, he must call for #18, 17, 16, 15 to be his partner. 10. But, if he wishes to play alone and has the #19 trump in his hand, he calls for #19 to be his partner but does not have to reveal this to the other players. Payoff counts the same as a regular hand. 11. Each person who drew cards from center must discard same amount of cards before play. 12. Now lead off person asks if anyone has anything to declare. 13. If someone declares something. . . (See instructions) 14. Lead off person plays the first card. 15. Whoever catches the trick plays next. 16. At the end of the hand, count cards as to the value of each card and losers pay chips to the winners. 17. Start new hand. Person who was lead off person is no the dealer. 18. For detailed explanations, see the complete set of Tarok Rules.
Lodge 117, Robstown Members Celebrate Christmas
Lodge 117, Robstown Presents 2011 Officers
Lodge 117, Robstown celebrated Christmas with a dinner following the December meeting. Pictured are, left to right, District Seven President Colleen Jenke, State FAC Chester Jenke, Annette Korff, Frances McDonald, Kathryn Marek, Frank Sijansky, Diane Raska, and Sammie Means.
Lodge 117, Robstown recently elected its 2011 officers. They are, left to right, Vice President/FAC Frank Sijansky, Secretary Diane Raska, President Frances McDonald, and Treasurer Kathryn Marek. The officers were installed by State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke, far right.
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Key Phrases Tarok Players How to pronounce Key Phrases and the meaning of those phrases:
Povinost (Po-vee-nost) – lead off person who is always on the dealer’s right.
Lodge 169, Brenham Presents 2011 Officers
Skys (Skeesh) – is the number 22 Trump card. Mond (Mônd) – is the number 21 Trump card.
Pagat (Pâh-gôt) – is the number 1 Trump card.
Valat (Vâh-lôt) – is the solo player or partners who catch all the tricks (to Valat the opposing team).
UNI – When a player does not have any trumps. He receives 4 chips from every player. The hand is not re-dealt. **The Player who is UNI must declare it. You cannot pass your POVENOST; however, you can pass the draw card to obtain UNI. Kontra (Kôn-trá) – If opponents believe they can win they call Contra and the losers will have to pay double.
Lodge 169, Brenham recently elected its 2011 officers. Officers are, left to right, Reporter Leroy Kamas, Treasurer Lenora Bliznak, Vice President Annette Bilski, and President Donald (Donie) Strickland. They were installed by State FAC Chester Jenke, far right.
Re (Reâh) – Can be called by the lead off person or his partner and then double the previous double.
Supre (Sup-reáh) – The team that called Contra calls Suprhea if they be-
lieve that they can win double the previous double Mort. —SPJST—
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Dreaming of a white Christmas? Many people look forward to newfallen snow to add to the picture of the holiday season. How many, though, give thought to how snow actually forms? Snowflakes are ice crystals that form in the clouds. Water vapor freezes and clings to the dust particles in the air. As the crystals group together, they form snowflakes. Snowflakes are hexagonal crystals, meaning they always have six sides. Snowflakes can grow in different forms, including columns, needles, plates, dendrites, columns with plates, and irregular shapes. Complex shapes emerge as the flake moves through differing temperatures and humidity levels. When snowflakes melt and refreeze they may come down from the sky in the form of a ball instead of a flake. These are known as graupel. Snowflakes are unique in that no
Scenes from Lodge 155, Austin’s Christmas Social
Saturday, December 4, 2010 • Dario’s Mexican Restaurant in Austin, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Doris Boriski, Ashley Tullos (in back), and Joe Motl. CENTER PHOTO: Ashley Tullos, Doris Boriski, and Nel Marek visit at the Christmas social. RIGHT PHOTO: Ruth Ann Wuensche, State Field Representative Hiram Dixon, and Richard Johnson. BELOW LEFT
PHOTO: District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, left, and SFR Hiram Dixon review meeting notes. PHOTO 2: Jean Motl, left, and Ruth Ann Wuensche. PHOTO 3: Clara and Albert Klinkovsky. RIGHT PHOTO: Nel Marek.
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two are the same. Because they are ice crystals, they are also clear in color. However, when gathered on the surface of roadways or other items, they collectively reflect the light and give off that white hue. A snowflake is often the universal symbol for winter or wintertime conditions. In Russia, people have long made paper snowflakes during the Christmas season and hung them in the windows. A snowflake also was the symbol of the winter olympics in 2002. Although snowflakes are cold, snow can actually act as an insulator. The intricate shapes of snowflakes trap air in between the flakes as they pile up. These tiny pockets of air prevent air from circulating, thus preventing heat from being transferred by convection. (MS) —SPJST—
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Lodge 171, Lockhart hosts SPJST Float: Lockhart Christmas Parade
Friday, December 3, 2010 • Lockhart, Texas • First Place Non-Profit Award
LEFT PHOTO: Carlos and Linda Eureste. RIGHT PHOTO: Michael, Abby, and Emma Hoelscher ride in
Celebrate the Season in a festively-named locale
Winter afficionados who are planning to relocate can consider one of the many winter- and holiday-related
the train. The float received the first place award in the parade.
places to live across the United States. Here are just some of the places to call home. Santa Lovers Santa, Idaho Santa Claus, Arizona Santa Claus, Georgia Santa Claus, Indiana Saint Nicholas, Florida
Saint Nicholas, Michigan Saint Nicholas, Minnesota Saint Nicholas, Pennsylvania North Pole, Alaska North Pole, Idaho North Pole, New York North Pole, Oklahoma Christmas Decor Evergreen, Alabama
Scenes from Lodge 169, Brenham’s Christmas Meeting/Social Sunday, December 5, 2010 • Bilski’s Camphouse in Brenham, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: Newly elected Lodge 169 President Donie Strickland, right, visits with past president Annette Bilski. PHOTO 2: Bashaba Bilski, left, with Peytn Munnings and Toni Bilski with Easton Oterie enjoy
the lodge’s Christmas party. RIGHT AND BELOW PHOTOS: Members enjoy the Lodge 169 Christmas meeting/social. Thanks to all who attended.
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Lodge 180, Burleson hosts SPJST Float: Cleburne Christmas Parade Friday, December 3, 2010 • Cleburne, Texas • First Place - Best Illuminated Award
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Verna Mason, Rhonda Hurtik, and Carole Slavik. CENTER PHOTO: Leanna Jenkins with grandmother
Evergreen, Colorado Evergreen, Louisiana Evergreen, Montana Evergreen, North Carolina Evergreen, Virginia Garland, Maine Garland, Nebraska Garland, North Carolina Garland, Pennsylvania Garland, Texas Garland, Utah Holly, Colorado Holly, Michigan Holly, Washington Star, Alabama Star, Florida Star, Idaho Star, Louisiana Star, Michigan Star, Mississippi Star, Missouri
Star, Montana Star, Nebraska Star, North Carolina Star, Oklahoma Star, Texas Star, Virginia
Religious Advent, West Virginia Angel City, Florida Angel City, Texas Angel Fire, New Mexico Angels Camp, California Angeltown, Tennessee Bethlehem, Connecticut Bethlehem, Indiana Bethlehem, Maryland Bethlehem, Mississippi Bethlehem, New Hampshire Bethlehem, New York Nazareth, Kentucky
Frances Jenkins. RIGHT PHOTO: Barbara Strawn with granddaughter Gracie Birdsong.
Nazareth, Pennsylvania Nazareth, Texas Noel, Louisiana Noel, Missouri Wiseman, Alaska Wiseman, Arkansas
Winter Snow, Arkansas Snow, Idaho Snow, Kentucky Snow, Michigan Snow, Missouri Snow, Oklahoma Snow, Utah Snowflake, Arizona Snowflake, Virginia Snowflake, West Virginia Winter Haven, Florida (MS) —SPJST—
Seasonal Song Becomes Holiday Favorite
The song “Winter Wonderland” has become a staple of holiday radio. Much like “Jingle Bells,” “Winter Wonderland” was not intentionally written to become a Christmas carol, but evolved into one over time. The song was published in 1934 by composer Felix Bernard and lyricist Richard B. Smith. Smith resided in the town of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, and was inspired to write the lyrics of the song after seeing Honesdale Central Park and his own childhood home blanketed in snow. Smith actually wrote the lyrics while being treated in
Lodge 177, Academy Presents 2011 Officers
Lodge 180, Burleson Members Gather for Parade Watching Party
Lodge 177, Academy recently elected its 2011 officers. They are, left to right, Vice President Louis Driska, FAC Bill Hutka, Trustee Bernice Hutka, Trustee Helen Bland, Trustee Christine Beck, and Trustee Don McCrea. The officers were installed by District Two Director Bobby Wuensche.
Pictured are, left to right, Rhonda and Joe Hurtik, Leon Flusche, and Carole and Bill Slavik. They are all members of Lodge 180, Burleson and were visiting at the Slaviks’ office (William B. Slavik, AIA, Architect, located at 813 Hillsboro in Cleburne) following the Cleburne Christmas parade. The Slaviks hosted an open house on parade night.
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Lodge 180, Burleson hosts SPJST Float: Burleson Christmas Parade Saturday, December 4, 2010 • Burleson, Texas • Second Place Award
Members of Lodge 180, Burleson ride the SPJST Float in the Burleson Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 4, 2010.
the West Mountain Sanitarium in Scranton, Pennsylvania, for tuberculosis. Many singers have performed the song throughout the years, so much so that it is often a standard song on artists’ holiday compilations. Some of the better-known and earlier versions were made by The Andrews Sisters and Perry Como. “Winter Wonderland” has evolved into one of those songs that inspires visions of snowy splendor. Original lyrics feature a portion of the song mentioning young lovers being married spontaneously by a traveling “parson,” a Protestant minister. Some thought those lyrics sent the wrong message to children, and another ver-
sion was written with a circus clown, instead. The song has been sung with either bridge in place and even both in lengthier versions of the tune. For those who want to enjoy their own winter wonderland and sing along with this classic winter carol, here are the lyrics.
He sings a love song, As we go along, Walking in a winter wonderland.
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, In the lane, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, We’re happy tonight, Walking in a winter wonderland.
Later on, we’ll conspire, As we dream by the fire, To face unafraid, The plans that we’ve made, Walking in a winter wonderland.
“Winter Wonderland”
Gone away is the bluebird, Here to stay is a new bird.
Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Presents 2011 Officers
Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point installed its 2011 officers recently. Officers are, second from left to right, President James L. Lee, III, Vice President Charlie Herendon, Secretary Wayne Orange, Treasurer/FAC David Nauert, Reporter Trish Konkler, and Youth Leader Jessica Fernandez. Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, far left, installed the officers.
In the meadow we can build a snowman, Then pretend that he is Parson Brown He’ll say, “Are you married?” We’ll say, “No man,” But you can do the job While you’re in town.
In the meadow we can build a snowman, And pretend that he’s a circus clown
We’ll have lots of fun with mister snowman, Until the other kiddies knock him down.
When it snows, ain’t it thrilling, Though your nose gets a-chilling. We’ll frolic and play, the Eskimo way, Walking in a winter wonderland. —SPJST—
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dancin’ polkas to the radio
Daddy grabbed me pulled me up on his boots then we took off Spinnin’ clockwise away we’d go
My feet on his him twirling me circling momma laughing happily The music loud my face aglow dancin’ with daddy was like a show
And for a moment temporarily the spotlight shown alone, on me On daddy’s boots we wildly whirled my hero dad his little girl
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the best of times Fondest remembrance of my roots dancin’ polkas on daddy’s boots. —SPJST—
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Scenes from Dallas Krouzek’s Christmas Party
Friday, December 3, 2010 • Dallas Sokol Hall • Submitted by Carole Faraizl, Recording Secretary
LEFT PHOTO: Member Flo Mikulec enjoyed being the greeter at the Dallas Krouzek Christmas party on Friday, December 3, 2010, at the Dallas Sokol. CENTER PHOTO: About 65 members and their spouses
and guests enjoyed the Christmas party atmosphere. RIGHT PHOTO: Members and guests alike looked over the many Christmas items to bid on in the silent auction.
LEFT PHOTO: This year’s theme was “Christmas Fairies and Snowflakes.” CENTER PHOTO: Our annual volunteer musicians Johnny Divin, Laddie Gajdica, and Adolph Provasek love to come and play and
sing for their supper, and the attendees love their music in the background as well. RIGHT PHOTO: It is always enjoyable to see everyone dressed in Christmas finery to match the lovely Christmas decorations.
LEFT PHOTO: About 50 lucky attendees went home with Christmas door prizes they won. CENTER PHOTO: This year’s delicious menu consisted of pork loin, gravy, parsley buttered potatoes, green beans, salad, rolls, and tea, and apple strudl for dessert, which was catered—as usual—by our
member Bessie Petr and her crew. RIGHT PHOTO: Krouzek members and guests enjoyed giving and receiving and winning and bidding on all the Christmas gifts, and hope everyone gives and receives as many gifts as we did. Have a merry Christmas everyone, and see you at the February meeting!
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Lodge 17 New Tabor youth shares greetings
Dear Readers, I would like to wish the following youth club members a happy birthday. Those celebrating in December are Zella Zaskoda on the 5th; Youth Leader Mabrey Dowell on the 21st; and Brandon Escobar on the 30th. To all Vestnik readers: I wish you a very merry Christmas and blessings in the new year. Meghan Blum, Vice President —SPJST—
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SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 773-8087
Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions? Call (800) 727-7578
Lodge 47, Seaton youth enjoys open house
Dear Readers, We went to the SPJST Home Office Open House after the Christmas parade. Our youth club had a face painting area, and we had a blast! The cookies were yummy. Your friend, Abigale Mitchan —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: open house fun
Dear Readers, The SPJST Home Office had a Christmas Open House after the Temple parade. We had so much fun at our face painting section. We had tattoos and stickers, and all of the kids loved visiting us. I always look forward to the open house. Thank you, Home Office! Sincerely, Bayley Mitchan —SPJST—
State Queen, Duchess Participate in Taylor Parade
2010-2011 State Queen Jacqueline Klaus, left, and State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor, get ready to be driven by State Youth Director Frank Horak in a Corvette through the Taylor Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Their entry received the third place award in best decorated vehicles.
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In Memoriam
In Memory of Jimmie Zacek
Jimmie G. Zacek passed away October 10, 2010, at a Fort Worth hospital. Funeral service was held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, October 13 at Shannon Rose Hill Funeral Chapel. Burial followed at Shannon Rose Hill Memorial Park. Family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. He was born Jimmie Zacek April 28, 1920, in the John T. White community of Tarrant County to Czech-Moravian immigrants Frank and Frances Zacek. He served in the 8th Air Force in World War II and was a dairyman and custom hay-baler. Jimmie was a member of SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; and four sisters. Jimmie is survived by nieces Elizabeth Dodson, Shirley Mix (Leonard), Mary Frances Burroughs, and Amy Davis (Wade); nephews Charles Zacek, Richard Zacek (Melana), Leonard Zacek (Betty), and Jason Seay (Jacque); stepchildren Daniel Moore (Brenda), Darla Gallant (Johnny), Diana Hukil (Johnny), and Darrin Moore; great-nephews Bryan Dodson and Dawn Dodson; special caregiver Jon Dodson (Tess); greatnieces Mary Wallace (Curtis) and Elaine McCullough (Micheal); and many more family and friends. Arrangements were under the direction of Shannon Rose Hill Funeral Chapel and Cemetery, Fort Worth, Texas. —SPJST—
In Memory of Elvira Messer
Elvira Messer, 89, of Houston, Texas, entered into everlasting life on November 19, 2010. Elvira was born in Moravia, Texas, on October 11, 1921, to the late John and Albina Kahanek. She is preceded in death by husband Ernest; and sisters Hettie Brossman and Martha Kutac. She is survived by sons Charles and Doug and wife Susan; grandchildren Erin Welsh, Steven Messer, Elvira Messer L a u r e n Gastineau; and sister Jean Schwirtlich. Elvira grew up working hard, picking cotton on her parents’ farm. She graduated from Moravia High School in 1939 where she was a top volleyball player, specializing in spiking. She worked for a while at Frank’s in Schulenburg before attending business college in San Antonio. While in San Antonio, she met a handsome soldier, Ernest Messer, and they married in April 1947. In 1952, they moved with their two sons to Houston. Elvira was a dedicated wife, mother, and homemaker for many years. She was well-known as a great cook. With this talent, she blessed many elementary students in the Spring Branch School District as a member of their cafeteria’s staff. In her retirement years, she enjoyed helping at a local food bank, meeting with her church’s ladies’ group and growing lush plants in her yard. Elvira was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who graced the lives of all whom she met. We are comforted by knowing that she is now praising her Savior face to face. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 23, Moravia. Funeral service was held Wednesday November 24 at 11 a.m. Interment was at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, Houston. —SPJST—
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BENEVOLENCE
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Třebechovice Museum of Nativity Scenes
Třebechovice’s major attraction is a work unique all over Europe Probošt’s Nativity Scene which is found in the Třebechovice Museum of Nativity Scenes with other interesting collections.
The collections of Trebechovice Museum of Bethlehems include more than 400 extraordinary bethlehems made of different materials and coming from different areas of the Czech Republic. Visitors can see very old as well as contemporary bethlehems. The most precious and admired one is the world-famous Probošt's bethlehem also known as Trebechovice bethlehem. This unique mechanical Christmas crib was made by Josef Probošt, Josef Kapucián, and Josef Friml (the author of the movable mechanism) from the 19th century. The Christmas crib is more than 100 years old and is made of wood. It measures 23 x 10 x 7 feet and incorporates more than 2,000 carved fig-
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ures and parts which are set in motion by a unique mechanism. When creating the nativity scene, its author, woodcarver Josef Probošt, cooperated with experienced woodcarver Josef Kapucián. The bethlehem was created for over 40 years starting from 1885. The motion mechanism of the bethlehem was assembled by the carpenter Josef Friml; it contains more than 150 wheels and pinions, levers, chains and belt pulleys. In 1935, the original crank drive was replaced with an electrical drive. Many of the figures have the appearance of Probošt's neighbours. They display well-known Biblical scenes in the environment of a Bohemian town of the late 19th century. Fifty-one figures move at work, 120 move on belts, 180 are motionless, and the other 1,500 are animals, trees, buildings, etc. The natural middle point of the bethlehem is the Christmas crib with the Holy Family and bowing shepherds as the central motif of the scene. The surrounding terraces show the lives of common people and craftsmen, inspired by real people living in Třebechovice and surrounding vil-
lages. The remaining terraces show biblical scenes from the Annunciation of Virgin Mary to the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and His Ascension. In front of this nativity scene there is a boy and a girl with tin bowls in hands to show the visitors where to put the coin for entrance and as a reward for the opportunity to see the nativity scene. The whole nativity scene is closed in by machine made wooden panels, a background, drapery and small wooden turned steeples.
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Czech Cultural Calendar
Wednesday Evening Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive in Taylor, 6 to approximately 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.
Tuesday Evenings Through December 21 Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society (BVCHS) and Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) Czech Language Classes—at Saint Joseph Catholic Church Parish Activity Center, Bryan, Texas, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Beginners/advanced students; conversational Czech emphasized.Textbook available, but not required. Instructor Mr. Petr Antene. For information, contact BVCHS President Lou Zaeske (979) 846-2035; or email louzaeske@aol.com. Submitted by Lou Zaeske, Lodge 189, BryanCollege Station. —SPJST—
Czech Sounds of Christmas
16 beautiful Christmas songs performed by The Taylor Czech Chorus Songs include Necht Plesa Svet (Joy to the World); Jen Jeslicky Chude (Away In a Manger); Chtic, Aby Spal, Tak Zpivala (Sweet Mary Sings Her Babe To Sleep); Mz Jdeme Za Tebou (We Are Following You); Narodil Se Kristus Pan (Jesus Christ Is Born); Nesem Vam Noviny (We Bring You Good News); Pisen O Radosti (Song of Joy); Pujdem Spolu Do Betlema (Together We Go To Bethlehem); Ticha Noc (Silent Night); Slyste, Slyste, Pastuskove (Listen, Listen, Shepherds); Syn Bozi Se Nam Narodil (To Us The Son of God Is Born); Tebe Boha Vzyvame (We Invoke You, O Lord); Ty Mesto Male Betleme (O Little Town of Bethlehem); V Svate Dobe (In The Holy Season); Tvuj Stromecek (Blue Christmas); Bile Vanoce (White Christmas)
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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m. Send your updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: (254) 773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $3 per column inch for lodge ads; $6 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $10 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.
LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, December 31—SPJST Lodge No. 6 New Yearʼs Eve social and party, cards, dominoes, chips and dips, 6 p.m. Public invited.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light, stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take FM 2114 east 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. Lodge hall is on the right, 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (254) 8260005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Lodge Hall: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Go 2.1 miles, turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10/person. Black-eyed peas, corn bread, sausage, coffee served after dance. No reservations.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger (512) 859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: 12 miles south of Schulenburg in Moravia. From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go one mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 2 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve dance: Debonaireʼs. For tickets, contact Thomas Maddux at Oscar Store.
Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com.
LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Saturday, December 18—Rental Sunday, December 19—Rental Friday, December 24—Rental Saturday, December 25—Rental Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit and stay on until you come to Ennis. Go through downtown Ennis, under the overpass/IH45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (972) 875-8381; Hall Phone: (972) 875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Game room open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, and September, 3 p.m. at Skidmore Fire Station. Call Secretary Patricia Thompson (361) 364-1266 for December meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard.
LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) All Friday night dances have free admission.
Friday, December 17—The Lawmen, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make olʼ fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday/December 24, 25—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor will be closed for Christmas holidays. The hall will be open for business on Sunday, December 26 Friday, Saturday/December 31, January 1, 2011— SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor will be closed on New Yearʼs Eve and New Yearʼs Day. The hall will be open for business on Sunday, January 2, 2011.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, turn from Hwy 95 onto East 11th. Turn left on Washburn at the “T”. Veer right on Thorndale Road. Go 1.8 miles to the hall on FM 619. (From Hwy 79, turn left on FM 619, go .8 mile to the hall.) Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Music: Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; Fridays, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; grilled cheese sandwiches and oldfashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.; Senior Citizensʼ Dominoes: first Wednesday of the month, 2 p.m. followed by covered dish meal. LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo
LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall
LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, December 18—Heart of Texas Road Gang Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve: Flat Rock Junction
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end. Turn right at dead end; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (254) 875-2156; Hall Phone: (254) 863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: (512) 237-2438/day; (830) 8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road, turn left. Go 1.1 miles, turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade OʼShields (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Insurance certificates info, call Secretary Lillie Matejka OʼShields (979) 324-5961.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59, Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Jerry Gensler (979) 543-3188; Hall Phone: (979) 648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:15 p.m. at the hall. Bingo is played on Monday nights, 7 p.m. $100 nights every week and a $650 jackpot every week also. License #17600539641. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of February, May, August, and November, 6:30 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, Port Lavaca.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve: Wild Horses
Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is 5 miles east of Temple Hwy 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal (254) 984-2255; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Doors open at 6 p.m.
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LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: Go east on alternate Hwy 79 south of Taylor. Take a right on FM 619; go about 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 365-3733. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Leader Donna Vanecek: (512) 365-5717 donnavanecek@yahoo.com. Lodge 48, Beyersville holds ladiesʼ Bunco night on the second Tuesday of each month. A light meal is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games then wrap up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts. LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: (325) 442-4841. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall
LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, Ellinger.
LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Hall: 1201 North Davis Street, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit; go to blinking light, take a right onto Oak Street. Go two blocks to Davis Street, turn left. Continue on Davis Street and after you pass the middle school, Lone Star Hall is in the next block on the left. Hall Rental Information: (254) 826-5343/day; (254) 826-5990/night. Hall Phone: (254) 826-7797. Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November; and the second Friday in September, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. Call Youth Leader Lisa Darnell (254) 644-2896 for location. LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. and on December 5 at a place to be announced at a later date. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Hall: 722 Leroy Parkway, Elm Mott. Directions: From IH35 at Elm Mott, take FM 308 East exit. Go over the railroad tracks approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the right sitting back from FM 308 East. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 3 p.m. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday in March and June, 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Lakeside City Fellowship Hall; second Sunday in September and December, 1 p.m. at Cunningham Center.
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall Phone: (361) 854-8423. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268; 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Rental Information: Frank Pajestka (245) 657-8176; Hall Phone: (254) 657-2485; Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Board of directors meetings are the first Saturday of the month, 3:30 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Violet Street, Needville. Directions: Hall is south on Hwy 36, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 793-4313; td_stavinoha@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: (361) 793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH35 East in Dallas, take IH20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at the Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street and turn right. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: (214) 826-3557. Hall Phone: (214) 823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397/Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
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LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north on 50th Street and go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371; Shop (254) 773-6164. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, December 18—Knights of Dixie Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, December 25—No dance Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Moonglow Orchestra, big band. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. *Dress Code. $20 per person Saturday, January 1, 2011—No dance Saturday, January 8—River Road Boys, western swing. $8 per person Saturday, January 15—Jack Melick Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $12 per person Saturday, January 22—The Telstars. $12 per person
All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Magnum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: (713) 869-5767; Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo every Thursday evening: Early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings will be announced in Vestnik.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Friday, December 17—Gary Lee of Dallas Friday, December 24—Dark Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Party/Dance: Charlie Patteson Orchestra. Save $5 per ticket by purchasing in advance.
Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH35 West in Fort Worth, take IH20 West exit. Stay on IH20 West until it comes to 820. Get on 820 and stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Jacksboro Highway East, turning right on Jacksboro Highway East. Go to the first traffic light and take a left. Hall is on the right about 3/4 down the block. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights—first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday and most third Friday nights. The other Friday nights will be live ballroom type music. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org. LODGE 93, HOBSON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of each month at Polakʼs between Karnes City and Kenedy. Call Secretary Clara Bell Ahrens (830) 780-3709 for time.
LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.
LODGE 106, LA GRANGE (1) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at Subway Sandwich Shop, 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at Hwys. 71 and 77 crossroad), La Grange.
LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West 3 miles to FM 1303, turn right, go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796; Hall Phone: (803) 393-6500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.
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LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley Vrla (214) 8262670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit; and stay on until you come to Ennis. Go through downtown Ennis, under the overpass/IH45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (972) 878-5987. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Danbury City Hall, Danbury.
LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Othieʼs Restaurant, FM 1094 at FM 2187, Sealy.
LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m., meal served at 1 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights).
LODGE 143, INEZ (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. at 508 Charleston Drive, Victoria.
LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Frank Hahnʼs Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahnʼs Camphouse in El Maton.
LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m., in the meeting room of Hinzeʼs Bar-B-Que Catering, Hwy. 59, Wharton.
LODGE 153, LA SALLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Jane Sralla (361) 782-3374 for meeting location.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH35 West in Fort Worth, take IH20 West exit. Stay on IH20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road and follow approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting time/location. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Call Secretary Cyndy Kristinek (806) 763-7245 for meeting location.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. LODGE 164, RIO HONDO (7) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2:30 p.m. Call FAC Diane Busse (956) 743-5455 for meeting location.
LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday of February, April, June, August, and October, 7 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at Bilskiʼs Camphouse, 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road, Brenham.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Sunday, December 19—Lodge Christmas party Friday, December 31—TBA Saturday, January 22—Steve Campbell
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Rental Information: Jo (713) 993-6878; Hall Phone: (281) 487-3297. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Tuesday of January through October, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall, and the third Tuesday of November and December, 7 p.m. at the hall. Executive Board/Trustees Meetings and Workdays: First Monday of each month, (unless the first Monday is a holiday) and begin at 12 noon. Dances: Held the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Variety dances are held the fourth Saturday of the month, unless noted.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy on Hwy 95. Hall Rental Information: (254) 982-4530. Hall Phone: (254) 982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Trustees meet at 6:30 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Hall: 1150 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson. Directions: IH35 West, one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson. Hall Rental Information: (817) 558-2400; (817) 2953483; (972) 435-2286. Hall Phone: (817) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH20 East exit. Proceed on IH20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North; stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley. Hall Rental Information: (817) 465-8538; (214) 876-9029; Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506.
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LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Street, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information: Andy or Maria Anderson (936) 6341962; Lodge Hall: (936) 637-2706. Dance Reservations: Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808; or via email almab@consolidated.net. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Regular dances: Third Saturday night of each month from 8 to 11 p.m.
LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Rental Information: (281) 351-1045; (281) 373-9482. Hall Phone: (281) 373-9482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall with a potluck meal served. Lodge provides the meat.
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall/Bruceville-Eddy Senior Center.
LODGE 201, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Hall Rental Information: James Balke (979) 830-0796; (979) 830-0118. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE (3) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, contact Norman Kneschk (254) 386-3222/email normk_82@htcomp.net. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Donna Pierce (254) 592-2256 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter (940) 322-8503 for meeting location.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Every third Sunday of January, March, May, July, and September, 6 p.m. at The Center in Tahoka, corner of Avenue K and South Third Streets. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at The Center. LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas (915) 7272048 for meeting location.
LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 223, PALACIOS (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Palacios Eagles Lodge, 204 Fourth Street, Palacios.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell. Hall Rental Information: (979) 567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-7420733095-41002
LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) Monday, January 3, 2011—Lodge meeting/meal Sunday, January 9—Youth club meeting at McDonaldʼs on 31st Street in Temple (in front of WalMart) at 5:30 p.m. Contact Youth Leader Jessica if you plan to attend or if you have any questions (254) 624-0050 Sunday, February 13—Youth club meeting at Youth Leader Jessicaʼs house at 4:30 p.m. We will be making valentines.Contact Youth Leader Jessica if you plan to attend or if you have any questions (254) 6240050
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 6258262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. On the right is a 7-11 store; turn right and proceed past Hopewell School, and through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. Hall Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 7714948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at Charles Mundayʼs office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue)
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Janice Stevens (325) 5379224 for meeting date/time/location.
Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at Best Quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive, Temple.
LODGE 255, KATY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 6:30 p.m. at NBD Graphics, 19424 Park Row, Suite 100, Houston.
LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m. at Alumni Student Center, conference rooms A and B, on the Texas Lutheran Campus, Seguin. LODGE 271, LAREDO (7) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Pollos Tori, 4507 San Bernado Avenue, Laredo. —SPJST—
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