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S P J S T Benevolence
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November 7, 2012
Lodge 157, Lubbock Member Angeline Cuba Shockley Achieves Grand Age of 96
Between 1834 and 1900, approximately 200,000 people of Czech descent immigrated from their native lands to America. Many of those found their way to Texas. Impressive numbers; however, statistics alone do not tell the story of Czech immigration and settlement in Texas. People do. One such person is Sister Angeline Shockley, a member of SPJST Lodge 157, Lubbock who recently achieved the Grand Age of 96. As such, Sister Angeline is entitled to all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessments required. Like so many of SPJST’s longtime and devoted members, Sister Angeline’s story is deeply rooted in the history of Texas. Our story begins with an early portrait of Runnels County, Texas — 1,060 square miles of broad, rolling prairie in west central Texas. Geo-
graphically, the Colorado River flows through the southern third of Runnels County, from northwest to southeast. Several streams, including Mustang, Oak, Elm, and Valley creeks, rise in the northern part of the county and flow south into the Colorado. The original inhabitants were Jumano Indians, whom the early Spanish explorers encountered in the mid-1650s. During the 1870s the rich grasslands of Runnels County began to attract stockmen
who were willing to risk Indian attacks. The extension of the Texas and Pacific Railway through in the 1880s brought the promise of new settlement. The lure of fertile and available land brought a flood of Czech and German immigrants to Runnels County. Included among them were the Bolf family from Victoria, Texas, and the Olsak family recently arrived from Vsetin, Moravia — now the Czech Republic. It was on January 2, 1910, in Runnels County
Congratulations to winners of the Vestnik’s Czech Heritage Month contests. A list of winners appears on page 17. Prizes are pictured above.
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Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Job Postings........................................4 Lodge Section......................................6 Youth Section.....................................13 In Memoriam ......................................17
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Home Office staff enjoyed a noon luncheon on Halloween. Several staff are pictured with pumpkins which they decorated. Photos on page 12.
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Vestnik Contest Winners ..................17 Death Claims .....................................18 Czech Culture ....................................19 Advertisements ............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22 Sales Agents’ Contest.......................24
that young John Bolf took Mary Olsak for his wife and a new family had begun. First there was a son, Louis, and then another, Robert, Then on September 4, 1916, a precious daughter, Angeline, was born. The Bolfs farmed north of the Miles community in southwestern Runnels County where Angeline attended the one-room Red Bank School. Hard times on the farm took a turn for the worse, Angeline recalls, when the family moved on snowy January 2, 1932, from Runnels County to Levelland — approximately 225 miles to the northwest. As the name implies, says Angeline, “There were no trees . . . only prairies to see.” In spite of being blessed with fertile farmland, the region was sub-
Lodge 162 Iowa Colony hosts Halloween fun
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Scenes from Fraternal Alliance Of Texas Convention
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District Two Beseda Dancers perform at State Fair of Texas
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Editor’s Note
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 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 • Home: (254) 985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com
VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 • Home: (254) 534-1930 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 721-4739 • Home: (254) 778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878-0085 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, Texas 76574-2164 Home: (512) 365-1110 • Mobile: (512) 826-7371 email: jlpospisil@yahoo.com
DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, Texas 76691-2017 Home: (254) 826-5882
DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875-0195 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 Rd, Houston, Texas 77008-6232 Home: (713) 864-2163 • email: lpflugh@aol.com DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR KAREN KASPAR, FIC, CFFM 8550 N. State Highway 71 El Campo, Texas 77437-9819 Home: (979) 543-2532 • Mobile: (979) 332-1616 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com
DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd, Floresville, Texas 78114-2912 Home: (830) 393-9073 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/ MARKETING MANAGER Don Strickland Mobile: (254) 239-8206 • Office: (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-1456 • email: dons@spjst.com FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 239-7580 • Fax: (325) 784-7448 email: philm@spjst.com DISTRICTS TWO/SEVEN Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 • Fax: (254) 501-4479 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 239-9153 • Fax: (325) 657-2003 email: bobbyd@spjst.com DISTRICTS FIVE/SIX Delisle Doherty Mobile: (254) 239-9616 • Fax: (281) 855-3039 email: delisled@spjst.com
FINANCIAL SECRETARY ROY VAJDAK (254) 773-1575 email: royv@spjst.com
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR CHESTER JENKE, SR., FICF Home: (830) 303-4316 Mobile: (210) 413-3053 email: cejenke@gvec.net 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 77836-4300 • (979) 272-3440 - email: spjst@aol.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - (254) 9852396 - email: patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside Ave, Dallas, Texas 75206-5840 • (214) 826-3557 - email: magiclady_46@hotmail.com District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 • (713) 649-6138 email: district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 • (979) 543-7120 - email: lbubela@warpspeed1.net District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: poohbear78064@hotmail.com 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 - Kay Lynn Kovar, 3303 West Lake Bardwell Drive, Ennis, Texas 75119 - (972) 875-6827 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 Highway 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 Highway 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 Court, 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 Highway 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 Drive, 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) 540-8531 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 141 Meadow Park Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (512) 948-5339 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Drive, 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 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 HUMAN RESOURCES DEBBIE KLINKOVSKY (254) 773-1575 • email: debbiek@spjst.com
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Staff Toge therness
ctober 31 was a much anticipated and exciting day at the SPJST Home Office. A noon Halloween luncheon was planned, and staff members were encouraged to dress in costumes or “Halloween spirit.” Invitations were handed out along with a s’more (a marshmallow ghost, graham cracker, and chocolate candy bar). The invitation read:
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Spiders, bats, blacks cats and more . . . Let’s see what Halloween has in s’more! The spell’s been cast Our SPJST Home Office Halloween luncheon will be a Spooktacular Blast.
Food and drink and witches brew The only thing we still need is you. The s’more the scarier!
Come one, come all in the threads of the season, If you miss this bash, ‘tis better be a good reason!
Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at half past 11 Magnificent Munchies and Marvelous Merriment SPJST Home Office Meeting Room
It’s no trick . . . we have a treat. All dressed in costume or Halloween spirit play and win at the fantabulous Punchalicious game! A time of frightful fun . . . with s’more to come!
The time together was fun with everyone getting to know each other a little more. All seemed to enjoy the food, games, and togetherness. Thank you to each and every staff member who participated in the luncheon and who dressed for the day.
Vestnik Editor Melanie and Communication Assistant Katherine dress for Halloweeen!
Thanks, Alvin Linhart! Alvin Linhart of SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville stopped by the Home Office recently to deliver a Vestnik dated July 22, 1936, in memory of Josef F. Linhart of Lodge 19, Velehrad. The Vestnik will be scanned into the digital archives that volunteers from Texas Czech Genealogical Society have been scanning. The project is getting close to completion. Watch the Vestnik for updates. Thank you to Brother Linhart for bringing us this historical Vestnik. And, if you are looking through treasures in the attic and come across old Vestniks, please contact us or send us the old Vestnik issues for scanning. The issues will be returned to you, if requested, and you will have helped preserve a vital part of SPJST history! Thank you! —SPJST—
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SPJST INTEREST RATES Universal Life
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 5.00% for 1 to 10 years 5.25% for 11 to 20 years Commercial Property 6.00% for 1 to 10 years 6.25% for 11 to 15 years
Universal Life 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities
Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized* Annuity II** 3.00% for Annualized* Annuity III** 3.00% for Annualized*
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Annuity IV 3.00% for Annualized* * Rates effective 08/01/12 through 10/31/12.
5-Year Annuity
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Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.00% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 3.00% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 3.00%
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Family Fun and Important Dates
Nov. 10 Nov. 11 Nov. 12 Nov. 13 Nov. 15
Nov. 17 Nov. 18 Nov. 22 Nov. 23 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 1 Dec. 1 Dec. 1 Dec. 1 Dec. 1 Dec. 2 Dec. 2 Dec. 2 Dec. 2 Dec. 2 Dec. 2
Dec. 3 Dec. 3 Dec. 6 Dec. 7 Dec. 7 Dec. 8 Dec. 8 Dec. 9
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Lodge 18, Elgin Chili Supper (2) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Worker Appreciation Dinner (3) SPJST Home Office Closed • Veterans Day Holiday Lodge 175, Rosenberg Special-Called Meeting Schulze’s Bar-B-Que • Rosenberg (5) Lodge 26, Skidmore Special-Called Meeting Shorty’s Place • Beeville (7) SPJST Float • Tomball Holiday Parade (5) Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon (7) SPJST Home Office Closed • Thanksgiving Holiday SPJST Home Office Closed • Thanksgiving Holiday SPJST Float • Fort Worth Christmas Parade (3) SPJST Float • Cleburne Christmas Parade (3) SPJST Float • Arlington Christmas Parade (3) SPJST Float • Smithville Christmas Parade (1) Lodge 13, Dime Box Christmas Party (1) Lodge 88, Houston Christmas Party (5) Lodge 97, Placedo Christmas Lunch Vera Cruz, Victoria (6) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Christmas Party (3) Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas Party (2) Lodge 29, Taylor Christmas Party (2) Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas Party (4) Lodge 54, West Christmas Party • Lone Star Hall (3) Lodge 73, Seymour Christmas Party Senior Center • Seymour (4) SPJST Float • Temple Christmas Parade (2) SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House SPJST Float • Rosebud Christmas Parade (2) Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas Party (1) Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party (2) Lodge 80, Holland Christmas Party (2) Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2)
Throughout history, at home and overseas, they’ve put their love for their country above all else. On Veterans Day,we proudly honor these brave men and women for their courage, commitment, and patriotism. To all the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who have sacrificed so much, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
State Fraternal Activities Coordinator SPJST Home Office Job Posting
Department: FLSA Status: Reports to: Supervises:
Supreme Lodge President Exempt President Fraternal Services Specialist and District Fraternal Activities Coordinators
SUMMARY Under the supervision and direction of the Supreme Lodge President, the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator trains lodge officers and helps lodges develop local and statewide fraternal programs. This is a full-time field position involving considerable fieldwork and statewide travel. Evening and weekend work is routine.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Identifies lodge and district officer training and fraternal development needs within the Society. Helps lodge and district officers address specific fraternal concerns and training needs, either on a one-to-one basis or in groups. 2. Trains and assists lodge and district officers in achieving SPJST Model Lodge Best Practices objectives. 3. Provides lodge FACs with direction on maintaining and filing accurate fraternal activity reports. 4. Assists district directors and fraternal field representatives as directed in conveying information about the SPJST fraternal program. 5. Attends activities of SPJST, Fraternal Alliance Of Texas, American Fraternal Alliance, and public events on behalf of the Society as directed. 6. Assists Supreme Lodge Vice President with organizing new lodges as directed. 7. Manages SPJST state tournaments and other SPJST-sponsored activities. 8. Assists the President with other projects as needed. 9. Submits interesting and informative news items to the Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication on a regular basis. 10. Provides weekly updates to the Supreme Lodge President and submits quarterly progress reports to the Supreme Lodge.
QUALIFICATIONS 1. Positive attitude. 2. Three- to five-years work experience in a related field. 3. Literacy in both Mac and Windows word processing and presentation programs. 4. Ability to motivate and teach. 5. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 6. Convey a professional image. 7. Ability to relate with and convey enthusiasm for supporting SPJST’s mission as stated in the Preamble of the SPJST By-Laws:
The main idea and purpose of this Society, as organized by fearless and peace-loving Czech pioneers in Texas, was and is: To provide and promote fraternal and social fellowship among its members. To endeavor to keep alive the cherished traditions, customs, heritage, culture, and language of our forefathers. And generally, through moral, spiritual, and economic respect, to encourage benevolence and humanity through the Society with sound practical life insurance for its members. EDUCATION AND COMPETENCIES 1. Bachelor’s degree or five years relevant work experience. 2. Experience with instruction or training. 3. Experience in planning and promoting special events. 4. Flexibility and the ability to oversee multiple and ongoing projects. 5. Record of achievement.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position demands good physical and mental health and stamina. The State FAC will be required to work a flexible work schedule. The State FAC must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and carry things associated with the activity program. Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. —SPJST—
Museum Administrator
JOB SUMMARY The Czech Heritage Museum in Temple, Texas, is seeking an exceptional individual to fill a six-month fixed term contract as Museum Administrator. Possible extension and/or permanent opportunity. The position provides routine oversight of the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, staff, volunteer recruitment, volunteer services, and revenue generating operations, including fundraisers, retail store, and capital campaign. Museum Administrator will:
• Develop and supervise collections and library. • Build and sustain awareness and support of the Czech Heritage Museum by broadening the museum’s membership and annual base of support in order to achieve annual revenue goals. The Museum Administrator will develop a membership marketing plan to acquire and retain museum members and to meet annual revenue goals. • Promote the membership and annual giving programs through direct mail, public relations, and personal solicitation, working collaboratively with the museum’s staff, volunteers, and directors. • Construct and monitor the budget while providing high quality and cost-efficient operations. • Management and development of museum store and/or related enterprises. • Implement a monthly calendar of interesting programs to encourage, invite, and promote involvement of the community and collaborate with staff and volunteers to produce successful activities. • Insure all gifts are acknowledged in a timely manner and that the donor database and gift reports are accurate and up-to-date. • Undertake other assignments as designated by the Director.
REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree. At least five years experience in a leadership position in museum or non-profit development work or related field in which customer service, accuracy, timeliness, strong organizational ability, and database management are key. Track record in fundraising/development. Passion for and an in-depth knowledge of Czech culture, communities, and constituencies. Excellent writing and speaking ability and strong interpersonal skills necessary. Must be capable of developing and implementing marketing plans. Must be flexible as to work hours; evening and/or weekend duty frequently necessary.
CONTRACT RATE Negotiable, based on experience.
INQUIRIES Please direct your inquiries and/or resume to: Czech Heritage Museum President Jerry Milan, 6208 Lakeside Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76135. You may also email your inquiries and/or resume to: jerrysokol@aol.com. —SPJST—
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From the Supreme Lodge President
Lodges 175, Rosenberg members to consider reorganization, merger at Nov. 13 meeting Dear Members, As a valued member of SPJST, you and your family are invited to join in a special-called meeting of SPJST Lodge 175, Rosenberg at Schulze’s Bar-BQue, located at 1214 1st Street in Rosenberg, on Tuesday, November 13. A delicious barbecue dinner will be served starting at 6 p.m. The meeting will follow and door prizes will be awarded. SPJST officials want to visit with lodge members and receive their input on making important decisions that will determine the future course for Lodge 175, Rosenberg. Three options will be presented by SPJST officials for your consideration and vote:
1. Lodge Reorganization 2. Lodge Merger 3. Lodge Disbanding (Reassignment) If you plan to attend, please call Sandra Dubcak (800) 727-7578 by Tuesday noon, November 13 and let her know how many in your group will be attending. If you have any questions, please feel free to give District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt a call at (713) 864-2163 or Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek at (800) 727-7578. I look forward to seeing you at this meeting. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—
Lodge 26, Skidmore members to consider reorganization, merger at Nov. 15 meeting Dear Lodge 26, Skidmore Members, As a valued member of SPJST, you and your family are invited to join in a special-called meeting of SPJST Lodge 26, Skidmore at The Lodge at Shorty’s Place, located at 702 South Washington Street in Beeville, on Thursday, November 15, 2012. A delicious buffet dinner will be served starting at 6 p.m. The meeting will follow and door prizes will be awarded. SPJST officials want to visit with lodge members and receive their input on making important decisions that will determine the future course for Lodge 26, Skidmore. Three options will be presented by SPJST officials for your consideration and vote:
1. Lodge Reorganization 2. Lodge Merger 3. Lodge Disbanding (Reassignment)
If you plan to attend, please call Sandra Dubcak (800) 727-7578 by Wednesday noon, November 14 and let her know how many in your group will be attending. If you have any questions, please feel free to give District Seven Director Bob Bayer a call at (830) 393-9073 or Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek at (800) 727-7578. I look forward to seeing you at this meeting. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—
Angeline Shockley
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jected to a seasonal assortment of challenges, ranging from droughts and snowstorms to intermittent hailstorms, grasshopper plagues, and dust storms. The most visible evidence of how dry the 1930s became were the dust storms. Tons of topsoil were blown off barren fields and carried in storm clouds for hundreds of miles. The driest region of the Plains – southeastern Colorado, southwest Kansas, and the panhandles of Oklahoma and Texas – became known as the Dust Bowl, and many dust storms started there. “It was necessary to sweep and shovel dirt out the front door before the family could sit down for the evening meal,” recalls Angeline, who was by now attending Levelland High School. “We were living in a three-room shotgun shack but that was home.” The Great Depression of the 1930s represented hard times for most Americans and not just the hard-working families in Levelland. But it wasn’t all bad. It was during this time — July 18, 1935, to be exact — that SPJST Lodge 157, Rozkvet na Plains, or “Rose of the Plains” was organized in Lamb County. “Everyone enjoyed the fellowship of the SPJST lodge,” says Angeline. “SPJST gatherings were all-day affairs. You had your meeting and your visiting and then your dance at night.” Angeline’s husband, Martin Cuba, was one of the 13 charter members of Lodge 157. Angeline and Martin were married on June 13, 1934. The newlyweds farmed in Anton community, located midway between Littlefield and Lubbock. “Martin’s first cotton crop yielded one 500-pound bale,” Angeline says. Martin and Angeline later moved to Levelland where the couple built a two-room house. In addition to farming, Martin also worked at the gin. “We gritted our teeth and stayed with it,” says Angeline. In time — in spite of the elements and with great perseverance — the Cuba family grew and even prospered. Two daughters — Martha and Jacqueline — were born and Martin received the opportunity to accept a position with the Texas Ag Extension Service in Hockley County. It was a good life. With the girls grown up and married, she thought it would be fun to take up the art of overglaze painting on porcelain — or as it is more commonly
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known, “china painting.” One of Angeline’s teacher friends taught her the fundamentals of china painting and it really struck a chord, appealing to Angeline’s desire to give something of beauty to the world. Not only did she become an avid china painter, she also began teaching china painting, achieving significant renown for her talent. It was a hobby that in time became a calling for Angeline. In the ensuing years, she would travel throughout the state and nation presenting workshops on the art form. In 1971, after 37 years of marriage, Angeline lost Martin to a heart attack. “I had to make another adjustment,” she says. “I had just finished South Plains College and decided to substitute teach.” For the next 13 years, Angeline forged ahead, became a grandmother many times over and met someone special, Rudolph Shockley. Angeline and Rudolph were married in 1984. “We enjoyed travelling, fishing, and spending time in Ruidoso,” says Angeline. “Rudolph and I both liked fishing. It was always enjoyable to see which one could ‘outfish’ the other.” In that regard, one of the most exciting times she can recall was the time she “outfished” Rudolph and caught an 18 3/4-inch rainbow trout. When Rudolph passed away in 1994, Angeline continued to teach china painting. For more than 40 years, it has remained her passion and helped to fill her desire to give something of beauty to the world. “I stay as busy as I can,” says Angeline. A daughter, Martha Olis, passed away in 2008 at age 72. Daughter Jacqueline Tomison, lives nearby in Levelland. Angeline also has five grandchildren, two greatgrandchildren, and eight great-greatgrandchildren. These days, she still finds time to paint and “make the best of everything I do,” she says. That includes tending to her miniature roses and providing water for the birds to drink in her garden. “I have so many memories,” says Angeline. “Thanks for the memories.” SPJST is greatly indebted to Angeline Shockley and others of her generation for the sacrifices and achievements that they have made over the years and for their commitment to our fraternal order,” says Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. “May Sister Angeline be surrounded by the warmth of happy memories and secure in the knowledge that she has made this world a better place.” —SPJST—
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
SPJST Lodge Se ct ion
Lodge 4 Hallettsville selects Fraternalist of the Year
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville met Sunday, October 21, 2012, at the Legion Tap Room at 3 p.m. with Vice President Annie Vahalik presiding. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by youth club member Jonathan Vahalik. Vicky Zak read resolutions of sympathy for our departed members Louis Sassin, William “Bill” Biehunko, and Anne Mae Technik. A moment of silence was held for our deceased members. Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky read the minutes to the last meetings and gave the financial report. Correspondence was read. Sunshine Chairman Margaret Smotek and Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus both reported. The lodge voted to have a Fraternalist of the Year. Congratulations to Jonathan Vahalik who was selected Lodge 4 Fraternalist of the Year. Our December meeting and Christmas party will be Sunday, December 9 at the Legion Hall. It was agreed to have a noon meal of fried chicken provided by the lodge. Members are to bring side dishes and desserts. Final plans will be made at the next meeting. Members were reminded election of officers will be held at the November meeting. The meeting adjourned followed by lunch. Door prize winners were Helen Zabransky, Sarah Siptak, and Evelyn Holy. Everyone enjoyed playing games led by FAC Annie Vahalik.
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Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets this Sunday
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Next Meeting—November 11 The next meeting will be Sunday, November 11 at 3 p.m. at Legion Tap Room. Door prizes will be given, and lunch will be served as usual. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 18, Elgin chili supper this Saturday
Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 18, Elgin invites all to a chili supper and fun night on Saturday, November 10, 2012, at the lodge hall, located on Highway 95 North in Elgin. Chili will be available beginning at 5 p.m. Bowls will be $6 each and served with all the trimmings. In appreciation to our Veterans, chili will be offered to them at half-price, or $3 per bowl. All proceeds will go to the scholarship fund. Door prizes will be awarded, and games will be played. Come on out for an evening of delicious chili and fun times. All ages are welcome! We hope to see you at Lodge 18 on November 10. For more information, call Mike (512) 921-4448 or (512) 285-3100 (hall phone - leave a message and someone will return your call). Fraternally, Mike Mogonye —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis strudel bake sale continues
Orders are being taken for delicious apple strudel for both the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Strudels are $15 each. Place your order by calling Margaret (972) 8786149 or Betty (972) 878-7719. Orders are to be picked up on November 18 and/or December 22 at SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis dining room between 12 and 5 p.m. This is a Lodge 25, Ennis Improvement Building Fundraiser. Thanks for your support. Margaret Krajca —SPJST—
Happy Birthday, Johnnie I.
Known in North Texas as the “King of Polka,” or simply “Johnnie I”
Together, his family and local SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis will celebrate the 80th birthday of Polka DJ Johnnie I. Krajca with a special Czech jam session on Wednesday, November 7, 2012, from 6 to 10 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis.
Dear Members, Lodge Karel Jonáš will elect lodge officers for 2013 in its November meeting this next Sunday, the 11th, at 12 noon, in the Community Room of the East Bernard Branch Library, 746 Clubside Drive. There will be several additional items on the agenda along with the elections. The fare for the fraternal hour luncheon will be special, and members who plan to attend are asked to bring a side dish or dessert if they can. On September 30, the October lodge meeting was held in conjunction with the District Six Fall Meeting in Victoria. A quorum was present, and plans for the November meeting finalized. To the faithful: We need a good quorum so plan to attend, see you Sunday, and this writer remains . . . Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—
Lodge 32, Victoria: hot diggity dog . . . we’re having hot dogs!
Hot diggity dog . . . we’re having hot dogs on Thursday, November 8! That’s right . . . we’re having hot dogs and chips for refreshments (and dinner) at our November meeting! Come a few minutes early if you can – hot dogs will be served promptly at 6:30 p.m. Come hungry. We don’t want you to miss this fun time! We will also elect officers at the meeting and finalize plans for our Christmas party. We hope to see you on the 8th! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom Reporter/FAC —SPJST—
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Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on October meeting
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje was called to order at 2 p.m. by Vice President Dee Floyd. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed for the ill, deceased, and for all our United States Armed Forces.
Roll was called, and two officers and two trustees were absent. J.C. Kocurek made a motion, and Ardis Bacak seconded it to accept the minutes as written in the Vestnik. Motion carried. Ardis Bacak made a motion to accept Irene Sedlock to our lodge as a new member, seconded by J.C. Kocurek. Motion carried. The treasurer’s report was read, and J.C. Kocurek made a motion to accept it as read. Ardis Bacak seconded it. Motion carried. Fraternal Activities Coordinator
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Josephine Bacak thanked the kitchen helpers Georgie Henderson and Vlasta Bartos for their help. Georgie Henderson was also the greeter. There were 10 members and two guests present.
Next Meeting—November 18 The next meeting will be on November 18 at 2 p.m. due to Veterans Day on November 11. Members are to bring potluck, and the lodge will provide the sweets. Insurance sales agents reported. J.C. Kocurek was seeing four new
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prospects, and Ardis Bacak had two prospects. J.C. Kocurek mowed around the hall. He also said some trees had fallen down and needed to be cleared up so he could mow around those areas. “Happy Birthday” was led by Ardis Bacak for Allen Bacak, Willie Genzler, and Josephine Brandt. No anniversaries were reported. The meeting adjourned. Fraternally, Josephine Brandt, Secretary —SPJST—
Scenes from District Three Fall Meeting Sunday, October 28, 2012 • Lodge 84, Dallas
LEFT PHOTO: District Three President John Engelke looks on as Flag Bearers Angel Pace (154) and Dakota Holder (6) lead the youth club
motto. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 84, Dallas President Justine Yeager welcome everyone to Lodge 84. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth enjoy the meeting.
LEFT PHOTO: 2012 District Three Queen Reagan Langer (25) and King Dustin Motley (25) speak to the audience. CENTER PHOTO: Youth club
members display their prizes. RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, Vicki Sims (84), Cheri Petr (84), and Diana Engelke (66).
LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to Christmas ornament contest winners, left to right, Quinlan Dobecka (6), Dakota Holder (6), Sophie Milan (154), and Katelyn Daniel (183). PHOTO 2: Youth participate in the meeting.
PHOTO 3: Mary Steinman (154), left, presents a prize to Angel Pace (154). RIGHT PHOTO: Quinlan Dobecka (6) participates during the meeting.
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Lodge 66, Waco sells building to American Legion
The meeting was called to order by President John Engelke on October 21, 2012, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bellmead at 2:30 p.m. with all officers present with the exception of Secretary Dana McAdams. There were 13 members present and one guest, Edward Vorderkunz. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. Due to the absence of Secretary Dana McAdams, President Engelke read the minutes of the September meeting, and they were approved as read. President Engelke presented Michael and Debbie Galler with a check for the rental of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church for our meeting. President Engelke read correspondence from Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek concerning the selection of Fraternalist of the Year. Members selected President John Engelke for the Fraternalist of the Year from Lodge 66. Congratulations, John! President Engelke reported that Linden Hall has sold to American Legion. Sister Debbie Galler of the Enter-
tainment Committee gave the entertainment report. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Sister Mary Alice Langlotz read the monthly letter from State FAC Chester Jenke. She reminded members of the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive beginning October 1. Sister Dorothy Veselka of the Cheer and Condolence Committee reported that she sent a sympathy card in August to Kenneth and Lily Jane Popp on the death of her sister-in-law Eleanor Mynarcik. She also thanked Sister Diana Engelke for sending her a get well card from the lodge and also to Michael and Debbie Galler, and Mary Lou Urbanek who also sent cards. She reported that she had spoken to Sister Dorothy Gerlich. Brother Gene Gerlich is improving some and will be home this week. Also, congratulations to Gene and Dorothy Gerlich on the birth of their new great-granddaughter. Brother Louie Veselka reported that there were no grievances. Bookkeeper Diana Engelke for bringing decorated Halloween cupcakes for snacks. They were good with coffee. Sister Diana Engelke read names of candidates for membership. Sammy Tull wrote up Bethelline T. Shaefer. She was accepted into Lodge 66. Transferred from Lodge 66 to Lodge
Lodge 107, Floresville Members Attend VFD Dinner, Fundraiser
Lodge 107, Floresville members attended the Floresville Volunteer Fire Department annual wild game dinner and fundraiser on Saturday, September 22, 2012. Seated, left to right, are Liz Bielefeld, Erich Bielefeld, Polly Bayer, District Seven Director Bob Bayer, and Oscar Korus. BACK: Left to right, new member-to-be Wayne Bertrand, Roxy Bertrand, Larry Bertrand, and Glen Pruski. Roxy Bertrand and Wendy Pruski donated a gallon of peanut brittle and a gallon of pecan brittle to the love auction. The peanut brittle sold for $475. The pecan brittle brought $1,000. —Submitted by Bob Bayer, District Seven Director
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Lodge 48, Beyersville Presents Progressive 42 Tournament Winners
Winners of the Lodge 48, Beyersville Progressive 42 Tournament are, left to right, Hubert Horcica - fourth place with 11 wins/88 points; Florice Tydlacka - third place with 11 wins/98 points; Dan Stepan - second place with 11 wins/105 points; and John Wuensche - first place with 11 wins/120 points. —Submitted by Ruth Ann Wuensche
6 was Kevin Berger. Members thanked President John Engelke for cleaning out Linden Hall so the new owners could take over. Thanks also for helping in the cleaning of the hall to Diana Engelke, Michael and Weldon Galler, Mary Lou Urbanek, and Louie Veselka. October birthday celebrant present was Debbie Galler. One hundred percent winner was Louie Veselka.
Next Meeting—November 15 The next meeting of Lodge 66 will take place at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bellmead on Thursday, November 15 at 6 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 133 San Antonio plans Thanksgiving luncheon
Lodge 133, San Antonio will hold its annual Thanksgiving luncheon on Sunday, November 18, 2012, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. Registration will begin at 12 noon. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. Be prepared to enjoy a delicious turkey dinner and all the trimmings which the lodge will cater from Snogas Barbeque. We look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—
Lodge 142 Houston hosts play day meeting
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 142, Houston was held on October 14, 2012, at Lodge 88, Houston building and kitchen area and outside play area for the kids. We called the roll of officers, and all were present. This was a short meeting, and it was a fun and play day meeting.
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Lodge 162, Iowa Colony Celebrates Halloween October 17, 2012 • Submitted by Brenda Moyle, Youth Leader
The annual SPJST Pavelka Cemetery meeting will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2012. The meeting will start at 2:30 p.m. prior to the Lodge 35, Elk meeting. Anyone with family buried in the cemetery is urged to attend. We welcome everyone to come and learn about our cemetery. We look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 162, Iowa Colony celebrated Halloween at its October meeting with a costume contest, crafts, pizza, and prizes. Pictured above are costume contest winners, left to right, adult winner Betty Crawford (also pictured in right photo) and runner-up Stacie Crawford-Rosier and youth club runner-up Koby Rosier and winner Adam Rosier (also pictured in left photo).
Everyone enjoyed turkey legs, cornon-the-cob, and more trimmings and great treats.
Next Meeting—November 11 The next meeting will be on November 11 again at Lodge 88 building. We hope to see everyone. New members were Jessica Ramirez in the youth department. Also, we had new member Mr. Bill Gaddy present with us. Welcome to Lodge 142. We are so proud to have you. Other visitors were G.P. Warren, Elsie Walla, and Jazmane Morris welcome. Door prize drawing for Christie Billamowitz - absent; Tiffany Wollam - absent; and Kaylee Taylor Kieschnick - present for $120 prize. Congratulations! October birthdays were Walter Rosilier - 60 years and Rosie Malota 83 years. Congratulations! October anniversary was Kenneth Malota - 19 years. Congratulations! Oldest male present - James Templain; oldest female - Mary Ann Kieschnick; and youngest child - Karley Kieschnick. The meeting adjourned at 2:40 p.m. We hope to see all again at the next meeting on November 11. Bye now. Fraternally submitted, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 141, Sealy members participate, win at parade
At the October meeting, Lodge 141, Sealy members discussed the Austin County Fair parade and needing to make the formal donations to Gordon Memorial Library and Sealy American Legion Auxiliary. The SPJST Float won the first place award in showmanship and third place in best decorated in the fair parade on October 11, 2012. We received a beautiful plaque and ribbon for first place and a ribbon for third place. Float riders included Howard and Jo Bear, Ed and Mamie Lorenz, and Bennie and Bernice Stolarski. Thanks to float driver John Hoelscher for bringing the float to Bellville. Bernice Stolarski FAC/Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
SPJST Pavelka Cemetery Assoc. meets Nov. 11
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Lodge 184 Moulton meets November 14
Dear Members, Please note that our next meeting is Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall, located on FM 532 West. Please make a note of our new meeting time. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting! Fraternally yours, Johnnie Hoffman, Treasurer —SPJST—
Ladies’ Circle of Lodge 92 Fort Worth
By the time this report goes to print in the Vestnik, we will have elected our next president of the United States. Wonder who will it be? The Ladies’ Circle meeting of Lodge 92, Fort Worth was called to order on October 9, 2012, with 44 members, including men attending. President Marlene Bass led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and welcomed Judith Tong-Allcock as our newest member. Vice President Theretta Praslicka read an inspirational poem entitled “Thank You, Lord” and offered a
Lodge 169, Brenham Members Gather for October Meeting
Lodge 169, Brenham members visit after a good meal served at the October meeting. Pictured are, left to right, Nello Strickland, Jr., Dorothy Strickland, Evelyn Zientek, Ed Zientek, Annette Bilski, Lenora Bliznak, and Don Strickland. Not pictured are members of the Bimage family.
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prayer to start our day on the right foot. Minutes of the September meeting were read and approved with one correction. The secretary failed to include Sunny Kercho as one of the hostesses last month. My sincere apologies go out to her for the oversight. Treasurer Pauline Morbitzer gave the financial report and stated that cards had been sent to the families of Florence Greer and Margaret Laymance on the death of her husband, Don. Lucille Kret reported that her daughter, Linda Horner is still in rehab after surgery to her foot and Betty Loyd has a new great grandbaby. Mother and baby are doing just fine. President Marlene asked for suggestions for a caterer for the December catered meeting. Several names were given to the secretary after the meeting. Please plan to attend the November meeting when details will be discussed, and a decision will be made. Well . . . Halloween is over, Thanksgiving is approaching, and can you believe that Christmas time is so near? Gotta get busy! While we should share our blessings every day, it seems that come November, it is foremost in our minds. We will be addressing the needs of
those less fortunate. This month, we plan to share our bounty by bringing donations of toiletries for the Women’s Haven, food for St. Thomas’ Pantry, and clothes for John Peter Smith Hospital emergency room. November is also the month for our crafters who have been working on their projects this year bring their items to sell. I can hardly wait to see what we have to choose from. Last year, we had beautiful jewelry, holiday wreaths, and much more. Bring dollars, please! Hostesses for this day were Gloria Farek, Magda Kronenberger, Kathy Ormsbee, and Jacki Phillips. Thanks went out to them for the wonderful lunch. Also at this time, we need to recognize our favorite little pumpkin for bringing each person a handmade witch’s shoe filled with candy. Have you ever seen a barefooted witch flying on her broomstick! Well, there were some this Halloween. The birthday song was sung to Bill Campbell and Janet Basham. Janet shared a bit of her life and her journey back to her heritage. She is happy to once again be involved with the ladies of the Circle and have the opportunity to go back in time and remember her past. We really enjoyed her comments.
Joyce Tesar gave the October schedule for the hall. Lots of dances have been planned by outside groups, and everyone is invited to come and enjoy the evenings. Several announcements were made:
Helen and Albert Kubala have moved to the Pilot Point Nursing Center to be near their son. President Marlene’s sister volunteers at the Center and will keep us updated on how they are doing. Mary Ann Krivanek had tickets for sale for the Saint Thomas Building fundraiser. Contact her if you wish to purchase tickets. A card was passed around for Father Tom of Saint Paul’s Catholic Church in River Oaks. His health issues make it difficult for him to get around, and we send our prayers and good wishes to him. There were 21 door prizes given away this day. That means almost 50 percent of those who came went away with a gift . . . good golly, that was tremendous. We also had a raffle of a couple of plants, basket, and placemat set provided by Ms. Gloria. The blessings just flowed and flowed with lots
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of gifts, love, and laughter. Come be with us . . . you’ll enjoy yourself. Fraternally yours, Joan Simek Shropshire Secretary —SPJST—
Big Tex
By d.knape Lodge 187, Round Rock Big Tex was his given name he rode the fair to statewide fame
His wires got crossed went up in flames burnt to a crisp then down he came Now all of Big Tex is contained in a paper sack a cryin’ shame
But Big Tex in our heart remains a legend in Texas’ hall of fame. —SPJST—
SPJST Volunteers Assist at Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm
SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm hosted Cypress Bible Church the weekend of October 26 to 28, 2012. I send a big thank you to ENC Board Members Barbara Linney-Gonzalez, John Engelke, and Ronnie Rieger along with SPJST members Ruth Hanusch and husband Lee, both of Lodge 47, Seaton; Mary Ann Kieschnick of Lodge 142, Houston; Lyn Rieger of Lodge 29,
Taylor; and Carl Pflughaupt of Lodge 88, Houston who donated their weekends to help out with the retreat. Their donation of time and efforts made this retreat a great one, and one everyone who attended will remember. Our volunteers got great reviews from the group and made a very positive impact on the session. —Submitted by John Hoelscher, ENC Executive Director
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Lee Hanusch, left, and Ronnie Rieger cook for the group. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Lyn Rieger and Ruth Hanusch serve the group. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Mary Ann Kieschnick, left, and Barbara Linney-Gonzalez provide a craft for the group.
LEFT PHOTO: John and Diana Engelke run the archery course.
RIGHT PHOTO: Carl Pflughaupt runs field archery.
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Scenes from 112th Annual Fraternal Alliance Of Texas Convention Friday, October 19 and Saturday, October 20, 2012 • Temple, Texas
The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas held its 112th annual convention on October 19 and 20, 2012, at Hilton Garden Inn in Temple, Texas. The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas annual convention brings together delegates and members from across the state from many fraternal organizations, including WFLA, Sons of Hermann, Woodmen of the World, Catholic Life, KJT, KJZT, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Grand Order of Calanthe, Modern Woodmen, and SPJST. The convention began with registration on Friday at 12 noon. The Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors then held an annuity continuing education class Friday afternoon at the SPJST Home Office. Janet Friesenhahn of Catholic Life Insurance presented the four hour continuing education class. A banquet was held Friday evening
at the Hilton Garden Inn with the theme “A Trip Down Memory Lane.” Delegates, members, and guests enjoyed reminiscing from high school graduating years. A welcome was given from William A. “Bill” Jones, III, Mayor of the City of Temple and member of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy. The guest speaker for the evening was Donald M. Nieland, Vice President Information Technology and Secretary from Western Fraternal Life Association. Saturday morning began with a buffet breakfast and the Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counsellors’ meeting section of the weekend convention. Guest speaker was Melissa Knoll with LIFE. Reports and business areas were presented at the TAFIC meeting and concluded with the installation of new officers by SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. New officers for the
2012-2013 year for the Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors include President Karen Kaspar of SPJST. The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas then held its meeting session Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. Reports were presented. Guest speaker for the Fraternal Affairs Section was Joseph Annotti, President and CEO of the American Fraternal Alliance. Installation of officers for the Fraternal Alliance Of Texas for the 2012-2013 year followed and includes Third Vice President Brian Vanicek of SPJST and Secretary/Treasurer Colleen Jenke of SPJST. The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas concluded the 112th annual convention with announcements of scholarship presentations to graduating seniors from the various fraternal organizations. Twenty scholarships were awarded with Jessica Fucik of SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton and Cullen Harrell of
SPJST Lodge 9, Snook among those selected as winners. Jessica is a 2012 graduate of El Campo High School. She is the daughter of David and Nancy Fucik. She currently attends Wharton County Junior College where she is majoring in dental hygiene. Cullen is a 2012 graduate of Snook High School. He is the son of Bradley and Angela Sebesta Hairrell. He currently attends Texas A&M University where he is majoring in mechanical engineering. —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: 2012-2013 Fraternal Alliance Of Texas Officers are, front, left to right, Third Vice President Brian Vanicek of SPJST; Second Vice President Barbara Cheaney of Catholic Life Insurance; First Vice President Bayonne Moody of Grand Court Order of Calanthe; and President Cy Firgens of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Back: Immediate Past President Sarah Martin of WFLA; Director Michael Farris of Modern Woodmen; Director David Wagner of KJT; Director Loretta Stahl of KJZT; Director Stephen Prewitt of Sons of Hermann; and Secretary/Treasurer Colleen Jenke of SPJST. Officers were installed by American Fraternal Alliance President and CEO Joseph Annotti, pictured standing, far right. Not pictured is Director Doug
Wessels of Woodmen of the World. CENTER PHOTO: 2011-2012 Fraternal Alliance Of Texas President Sarah Martin of WFLA welcomes City of Temple Mayor William A. “Bill” Jones, III of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy to the convention. RIGHT PHOTO: 2012-2013 President of the Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counsellors Karen Kaspar, far right, and Immediate Past President Dennis Best present a $1,000 donation from the Texas FICs to guest speaker Melissa Knoll with her daughters Neva and Morgan to the charity of her choice—Behavior Institute for Children and Adolescents. Melissa represents LIFE organization and spoke about the impact life insurance had on her family after the death of her husband in 2006.
LEFT PHOTO: Some of SPJST’s representatives included, left to right, Frances McBride and Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, Business Development Manager Don Strickland, and District Six Director Karen Kaspar. CENTER PHOTO: 2012-2013 Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counsellors are, left to right, Director Sarah Martin of Western Fraternal Life Association; Immediate Past President Dennis Best of Catholic
Life Insurance; President Karen Kaspar of SPJST; Director of Michael Farris of Modern Woodmen; Director Chris Urban of KJT; and Secretary/Treasurer Ronnie Sturm of SPJST. The Texas FIC Board members were installed by SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, not pictured. RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt, left, Dorothy Pflughaupt, and State Youth Director Frank Horak.
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Scenes from SPJST Home Office Staff Halloween Spooktacular Luncheon Wednesday, October 31, 2012 • SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: Home Office staff who dressed in costumes! CENTER PHOTO: Costume contest winners Frank Horak, left, and Donica Zabcik,
right. RIGHT PHOTO: Pumpkin decorating contest winners, left to right, Stephanie Bartose, Frank Horak, Carol Wolf, and Janie Coakley.
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Lodge 17 New Tabor youth, mom win silliest costume award
My mom and I dressed up as “The Black Eyed P’s” for SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club’s Halloween party. My mom came up with the costume idea. Even though I thought the idea was a little crazy, I won a McDonald’s gift card for having the silliest costume.
Weston Beasley and his mom Lindy Beasley, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor.
We had a great time dancing at the party and riding on the wild and scary hayride. I am looking forward to another great party next year and another crazy costume idea from my mom! Submitted by, Weston Beasley —SPJST—
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Lodge 88, Houston youth enjoys District Five trip
Dear Members, District Five went to Battleship Texas and San Jacinto Monument on Saturday, September 29, 2012. I liked walking through the ship and seeing the guns, bunks, and brigade. At the San Jacinto Monument, I rode in an elevator to the top. It was a lot of fun. I can’t wait until our next trip! Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, age 8 —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton youth: Zombie Walk Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club reports on October meeting
Dear Members, We had our meeting on Sunday, October 28, 2012, at the lodge hall. We discussed the district trip to San Jacinto Monument and Battleship Texas. Our lodge will ride in the float for the Tomball Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 17. The parade will start at 10 a.m., but we will let you know what time to meet to get on the float. After the parade, we will go to Mel’s Country Cafe in Tomball for lunch. We discussed our charity project of collecting canned and non-perishable goods and pet foods. We will donate the pet foods to the Houston SPCA and other items will go to the Food Bank. Our Christmas party is on Saturday, December 1 at 11 a.m. We will have our December meeting at 10:30 a.m. so please be on time so we can start the party on time, too. Fraternally, Allison Wockenfuss, age 16 —SPJST—
Last weekend, I got the chance to go to a San Antonio tradition where thousands of people dress up as zombies and walk downtown in a herd of the undead. I went with my best friend, whose mom is an art teacher. She made fake scars and put paint on them, then pasted them on our face. We tore up some old clothes, and put “blood” all over them, then we left. We had to stop at HEB and Whataburger, and people were giving us crazy looks. Finally, we got down-
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town and started walking around. There were news reporters and many visitors from out of town to see us walk. There were movie star zombies, baby zombies, and even a Pac-Man zombie! After we walked around for a while and got some ice cream, we headed home. It was an exciting (and scary) day, and I will never forget that experience. Fraternally, Amanda Hoggard —SPJST—
Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth: Making a Difference in Caldwell
For Make a Difference Day, Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club went to St. Joseph Nursing Home in Caldwell. We danced two beseda dances and played several rounds of bingo with prizes for all the winners. I think most of the people we played bingo with had fun. I enjoy seeing them smile when we visit with them. —Submitted by Brandon Powell
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District Two dances at State Fair
Dear Vestnik Readers, Back in March, I came up with a dream of thanking the District Two
Beseda Dancers and parents for the many hours and hard work they have put into keeping the Czech heritage alive by performing the beseda. I could not think of a more exciting place for these groups to dance than at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas.
Everyone got really excited, and we knew to fulfill the big plans, we’d all have to work together—all 19 families. First, how do you get a spot to perform at such a big function? I knew Bessie Petr and Lynda Novak would
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help me out. And, yes, they did! These ladies got me all the information needed, and we were welcomed with open arms to be a part of the 17th Annual Heritage Festival at the State Fair of Texas. The District Two Beseda Dancers
District Two Beseda Dancers Perform at State Fair of Texas in Dallas
District Two Beseda Dancers were invited to dance on stage at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on Sunday, October 7, 2012. The kids and their families worked hard to raise enough funds for everyone to have an expenses paid trip to the fair. The group stayed the night in DeSoto and had a great buffet-style dinner at Benavidez Restaurant.
On Sunday morning, it was all business with an 8 a.m. morning practice. Then, everyone headed to the fair to do their thing. We are very proud of our District Two Beseda Dancers. We currently have three circles and are working on a fourth. The youth really do seem to love dancing, and the dedication that they have to
District Two Beseda Dancers who participated in the State Fair of Texas. LEFT PHOTO: Front, left to right, Kacie Vanecek, Shelby Horak, Zoe Talasek, and Emily St. Amour. Back: Justin Kraatz, Brady Alexander, Ryan Festa, and Jacob Horak. CENTER PHOTO: Bayley Mitchan, Nicole Festa, Abbey Mitchan, Alexis Festa, Kandace Stone, and Dis-
the group is amazing. This is a great group of children from District Two, and we welcome anyone who would like to come out and watch them dance. It is a treat! —Submitted by Lynette Talasek Assistant District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
trict Two Queen Julia Zavodny. Back: Brandon Hoelscher, Jerry Pechal, Chris Zavodny, and Collin Vanecek. RIGHT PHOTO: Dannikka Bartek, Emma Regan, Emma Hoelscher, Koby Stone, and Kayla Wuensche. Back: Michael Hoelscher, Angelina Ringwald, Ryan Davidson, Chase Alexander, and Garrett Festa.
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State Royalty Participates in Opening Ceremonies at State Fair Heritage Festival
LEFT PHOTO: State King Jerry Pechal and State Duke Michael Hoelscher participated in the opening flag ceremony at the Heritage Festival at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on Sunday, October 8, 2012. Several countries were represented during the ceremony including Czech Republic. Each flag was displayed while the respective country’s national anthem was played. CENTER PHOTO: State Youth Director Frank Horak, far left, introduces State King Jerry Pechal, State
had a wonderful and exciting experience performing on Sunday, October 7 on the beautiful outdoor stage next to the African American Museum. There were many different cultures represented. It was an awesome experience, and one that will never be forgotten. Even with the weather being very chilly, dancers, you performed excellent, and I am so proud of you! Arrangements were made with Bessie for each of us to have one of her delicious lunches. That sausage, potatoes, and sauerkraut boat was unbelievable, as were the kolaches. Delicious, delicious food. Thanks again. Thanks to many of you, members, family, friends, and businesses, the fundraiser we held in August was very successful. Our goal was met and performers and parents had a weekend to enjoy and remember. Many took the opportunity on Saturday to visit Dallas Cowboy Stadium or Texas Rangers Ballpark. Others enjoyed the fairgrounds. Then, there were those who enjoyed the hotel pool and family time. Everyone was treated to a nice meal at Benavides Mexican Restaurant. Following the meal, everyone went back to the hotel and enjoyed swimming. Once again to everyone who helped in any way by supporting District Two Beseda Dancers, we thank you! It is definitely a lifetime memory you made possible to many who had never been to the State Fair. There were several members not involved with beseda, that wanted to go to the Fair and asked about it being a District Two trip. Names started coming in, and before long, we had enough
members to fill a bus. The trip was open to all members—youth and adults. It was great to have several mother lodge members who enjoyed the trip with us. It was rather cool on Sunday, but we all had a great time. Thanks to those of you who joined in on the fun. New beseda groups will be forming in mid-November. Anyone interested, please email me patsyk2011@yahoo.com so I can send
Duke Michael Hoelscher, State Queen Emily Lewis, and State Duchess Kyleigh Hruska. RIGHT PHOTO: In the SPJST booth are, left to right, Ruth Hanusch, State Duke Michael Hoelscher, State King Jerry Pechal, Rosie Steinman, State Youth Director Frank Horak (in back), State Queen Emily Lewis, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, and State Duchess Kyleigh Hruska. —Submitted by Lynette Talasek, Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader
you information when it becomes available. Who knows where our performances will be next year? All youth members, send me an email of your ideas for a district spring activity that we can plan. I need your input. We all need to get together again soon! Have a great fall! Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
District Five Youth Visit Battleship Texas
District Five Youth Club members went to Battleship Texas and San Jacinto Monument on Saturday, September 29, 2012. —Submitted by Allison and Keith Wockenfuss
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Alyssa Moyle Wins Grand Champion in Cake Contest District Five Youth Visit San Jacinto Monument
District Five youth, parents, and youth club leaders visited the San Jacinto Battleship and Monument on September 29, 2012. Although the weather was not very cooperative, everyone had a great time touring the Battleship and Monument. During the tour of the Battleship,
we learned that the Battleship Texas is the only surviving battleship to have served in both World Wars. We were also shown what life was like for the American sailors and Marines who lived on the ship. After touring the Battleship, everyone looked for a dry place to sit and enjoyed a picnic lunch
and visit. We ended the day with a tour of the Monument and Museum and also a short film “Texas Forever! The Battle of San Jacinto.” Brenda Moyle Assistant Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Congratulations to Lodge 162, Iowa Colony Youth Club member Alyssa Moyle who won the Grand Champion Award at Brazoria County Fair with a coconut pineapple cake. Thanks to Alyssa for sharing the recipe with Vestnik readers.
Coconut Pineapple Cake
LEFT PHOTO: John Paul and Delaney (162). CENTER PHOTO: Youth from lodges in District Five enjoy the day visiting the historical sites. RIGHT PHOTO: Delaney (162) and Allison (88).
LEFT PHOTO: Zach Collins (162) has a great time. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 162, Iowa Colony Youth Club members. RIGHT PHOTO: Keith Wockenfuss (88) smiles for the camera.
2 cups all-purpose flour 1 3/4 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups crushed pineapple (with juice) 2 eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup coconut
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix everything but brown sugar and coconut in order listed. Pour into a greased 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Combine brown sugar and coconut and sprinkle over top of cake. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes or until done. Note: There is no shortening in the cake batter, only in the icing. Icing 1 stick margarine 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup evaporated milk 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup coconut
LEFT PHOTO: Alyssa Moyle (162). CENTER PHOTO: Sean Moncrief (88). RIGHT PHOTO: District Five youth and adults enjoyed the day at San Jacinto Monument and Battleship Texas.
Combine margarine, sugar, and milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil 2 minutes (no longer or icing will turn to sugar.) Stir in pecans and coconut. Spread over cooled cake. —SPJST—
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Congratulations, Czech Heritage Month, Vestnik Contest Winners!
Thanks to all the participants who submitted entries in this year’s contest. Congratulations to these winners who will receive their prizes soon.
Elizabeth Tepera Lodge 47, Seaton
Mareine Dupnik Lodge 107, Floresville
Sylvia Peter Lodge 30, Taiton
Betty Suehs Lodge 17, New Tabor
Ty Stock Lodge 24, Cyclone
Sky Garcia Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje
Irene Anna Schiemenz Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Linda Knapek Lodge 15, Buckholts
Dorothy Tomasek Lodge 47, Seaton
Willie Mae Pechacek Lodge 88, Houston
Trianna Manzano Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje
Herman Novak Lodge 41, Port Lavaca Dorothy Schroeder Lodge 84, Dallas Sharon Klechka Lodge 39, Bryan
Janice J. Vrabel Lodge 20, Granger
Myriam Zalesky Lodge 88, Houston
Martha Holub Lodge 81, Needville
Margaret Ann Krajca Lodge 25, Ennis
Barbara Rubino Lodge 24, Cyclone
Francis G. Gilliam Lodge 80, Holland
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In Memoriam
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of Lodge 66, Waco, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed sister, DOROTHY EDWARDS Dorothy Edwards, 72, of Robinson passed away early Saturday morning, October 27, 2012, at Providence Hospital in Waco. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, November 2 at Meadowbrook Baptist Church in Robinson, with Reverend Cary Killough officiating. Burial followed at Waco Memorial Park. The family received visitors Dorothy Edwards from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 1 at Aderhold Funeral Home in West. Mrs. Edwards was born March 15, 1940, in Westphalia, the daughter of Leslie Lee and Ethel Burgess Mercer. She attended schools in Rosebud-Lott and Chilton before graduating from Axtell High School in 1960. On November 27, 1964, she was united in marriage to Moody E. Edwards, Jr. in Robinson. He preceded her in death on June 2, 2012. Dorothy was a homemaker and worked in the cafeteria at Robinson High School and for the Robinson Dairy Queen. She was a very faithful member of SPJST Lodge 66, Waco. Dorothy enjoyed singing, whistling, taking walks, playing bingo, working word puzzles, watching sports, and watching the Lifetime Movie Network. She especially loved spending time with grandson Ben and adopted grandchildren Alijah and Levi. Dorothy is also preceded in death by her parents; brothers Claud Mercer and J.B. Mercer; and sister Florine Davis. Survivors include sons Brain Edwards and wife Jennifer of Northfield, Minnesota, and Patrick Edwards and wife Veronica of Waco; sister Marie Taylor and husband Buddy; grandchildren Bennett Weston Edwards and Blake Holmes; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and especially her church family. Active pallbearers were Jim Hare, Homer Dale Cox, Larry Jones, Will
Suarez, Armando Pino, and Tin Taylor. Honorary pallbearers were the Meadowbrook Baptist Church Deacons. Memorials may be made to Meadowbrook Baptist Church Children’s Ministry. May our departed sister rest in peace. Resolution Committee Diana Engelke Dorothy Veselka —SPJST—
In Memory of Oline Horn
Sister Oline Horn, longtime resident of Jackson County, passed away on October 22, 2012. She was born on February 2, 1928, in Penelope, Texas. Oline will be remembered as a very independent, proud, and extremely neat person. She had a generous and loving spirit and a willingness to always help others. Oline Horn She graduated as a hair stylist from Johnson’s Academy in San Antonio in 1947 and started a career she loved. She worked as a hairdresser for 59 years in various salons and owned and operated her own salons in Vanderbilt and Port Lavaca. She retired for health reasons in 2006 but told the society editor of The Jackson County Herald Tribune that she was happy and looking forward to a great life ahead of her. She loved her choice of work because of the wonderful opportunity to meet people and make lifelong friends. Oline was preceded in death by her parents Josef and Rozara Elles; sisters Matilda Jurcak and Adina Strmiska; brothers Adolf, Rudy, and Joe; and twin brother Harry Elles. She leaves behind son Mark Horn; granddaughter Morgana; brother Franklin and wife Lois Elles; nephews and nieces; and many friends who all loved and admired her. Oline was laid to rest with her twin brother Harry in Edna, Texas. An informal gathering was held graveside at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna on November 5 at 11:30 a.m. —SPJST—
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Expression of Sympathy
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of EVELYN STAREK. Evelyn Starek, 78, passed away at the IOOF Nursing Home of Ennis on Saturday, October 20, 2012. Evelyn was born in Fruitvale, Texas, on September 24, 1934, to John I. and Mary (Foster) Shield. She grew up in Fruitvale Evelyn Starek and graduated from Grand Saline High School. She attended Tyler Junior College. On February 14, 1999, she married Ramon Starek, and they made their home in Ennis. She worked for Ennis Auction Barn for 11 years as bookkeeper and for Supreme Tire Company for 35 years as bookkeeper. She was a member of Damascus Road Fellowship and had been a past Grand Matron of the Rebecca Lodge and member of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. She enjoyed traveling. She is survived by husband Ramon Starek of Ennis; son Randy Lambert of Fort Worth; daughters Rhonda Gail Tilson of Fruitvale and Tami Carpenter of Ennis; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren including Madysen Cox; and brother James W. Shield of Burleson. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Foster Shield and A.M. Shield; and daughter Marcy Martinez. Visitation was Tuesday, October 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis. A celebration of her life was Wednesday, October 24 at 2:30 p.m. in J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis with Reverend Glen Hejny officiating under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. With deepest sympathy, Betty Macalik Financial Secretary —SPJST—
Death Claims Paid in October, 2012 Supreme Lodge SPJST • Temple, Texas
Name
Tina Marie Bozant Bobby Ray Massingill Annie L. Flasowski Millie B. Linhart Harold J. Green Frankie D. Stracik Marvin James Trlica Wilmont G. Syptak William J. Holler Ruby Lucille Brumley Florence R. Greer Ethelina Knize Edward Mazanec, Jr. Michael Jos. Paprskar Alosie Zalesak Mary M. Svoboda Albert Lee Gurecky Lydia Ann Boone Joe Raymond Krajca Granvell P. Bridges Edward Joe Merenda David S. Hobbs Raymond Earl Sill Lydia F. Kristoff Felix V. Rodriguez Emil Nedbalek Ernestine Hajovsky Erica C. Hennessy Anna M. Gajevsky John M. Slovak Helen Trojacek Mary Angel Kosut Billie D. Jakubicek Edward Lee Zweifel Margaret A. Thornton Ladis Joe Zatopek Apolonio L. Cadena Lorine M. Urbanek Edna Ruth Barker Charles S. Stastny Bessie L. Martino Delora M. Hyvl Thompson Uel Tutt
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88 333 74 142 92 81 38 201 142 74 92 25 66 92 201 74 25 186 88 202 6 29 130 172 24 148 40 154 28 84 84 88 73 94 88 87 107 151 101 205 88 29 92
From 10/01/2012 to 10/31/2012 Location
Houston First State Bank Lovelady Houston Fort Worth Needville Kovar Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Houston Lovelady Fort Worth Ennis Waco Fort Worth Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Lovelady Ennis Caldwell Houston Jourdanton Cottonwood Taylor Dallas Pasadena Cyclone El Maton El Campo-Hillje Fort Worth East Bernard Dallas Dallas Houston Seymour Wheelock Houston Temple Floresville Wharton Gainesville Terrell Houston Taylor Fort Worth
Date of Admission
2/06/1970 5/05/2006 7/03/1975 5/10/1963 9/15/1941 8/05/1946 1/12/1942 11/01/1948 3/22/1976 1/01/1983 8/08/1935 1/13/1934 5/14/1963 7/29/1941 6/13/1939 11/05/1971 10/23/1944 12/22/1961 12/03/1946 7/05/1938 2/09/1951 8/11/1967 1/13/1938 9/06/1931 6/13/1962 9/04/1937 12/22/1949 8/31/1966 8/01/1945 11/03/1955 1/15/1938 10/12/1976 8/11/1969 3/28/1946 9/09/1966 1/07/1943 4/25/2008 6/23/1964 12/11/1944 12/21/1960 10/11/1965 2/22/1956 1/07/1999
Date of Death
To the Bereaved Survivors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, the Supreme Lodge SPJST Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy. Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC, Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST—
6/14/2008 5/12/2012 8/27/2012 9/05/2012 9/10/2012 12/20/2007 2/08/2010 9/02/2012 6/26/2012 5/20/2012 9/15/2012 9/15/2012 9/06/2012 2/20/2012 8/21/2012 9/17/2012 9/07/2012 8/17/2012 6/23/2012 3/19/2008 8/02/2012 7/22/2012 9/07/2012 6/05/1996 7/31/2012 11/15/2010 1/15/2011 2/08/2012 8/23/2012 8/29/2012 9/29/2012 7/14/2012 8/07/2012 9/17/2012 10/03/2012 9/13/2012 10/06/2012 8/31/2012 10/02/2012 10/02/2012 3/10/2012 9/22/2012 7/20/2012
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Podzimní schůze CEFT byla zajímavá Jan Vaculík
Pravidelná čtvrtletní schůze České vzdělávací nadace státu Texasu se konala 20. října 2012 v budově Caldwellského městského společenského střediska na mírné výšině za pěkného slunečného počasí. V této části Texasu pravděpodobně více pršelo a příroda byla více zelená. Fotografie budovy a okolí ukazují různé zajímavosti. Hlavní novost z architektonického hlediska je umístění větších a menších kamenů, které slouží ke zpomalení vody při silném lijáku a proti odplavování půdy. Východní a jižní strana budovy je ozdobena palmami a růžemi. Jednou ze zajímavostí Caldwellu je ukázka starých nástrojů, nářadí, strojů na far-
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mách a další zařízení.Tato ukázka je ze sbírky Dra. Smitha, který umístil tuto ukázku stejně jako ostatní po celém městě. Budova střediska je vybudována podle stejného mustru jako mnohé jiné, půdorys ukazuje na jednu větší místnost, kde se konají větší shromáždění a schůze, po jedné straně je oddělená místnost s prosklenými okny a na druhé straně je místnost průměrné velikosti, v které jsme zasedali. Budova je stavěna do půlkruhu a prodejna publikací, informační kancelář, sociální zařízení a kuchyně je stavěna v oblouku, takže člověk má dojem kloboučku přistaveném na nožce. Předseda Sboru ředitelů Clinton Machann přivítal přítomné, složili jsme přísahu vlajce a republice, pro kterou stojí Poděkoval hostitelkám z RVOS za přípravu pohoštění. Současný stipendista Anton Žíta promluvil několik slov o svých prvních dojmech a Texas se mu hodně
líbí. Je stoprocentní Moravan, přesněji Hanák, z Olomouce, otec je ze Šternberka a matka z Uničova. Předseda Machann oznámil, že na stipendium pro moravské studenty anglistiky bylo přidáno 11 tisíc dolarů a sbírka na toto stipendium je otevřena a každý příspěvek bude vděčně přijat. Posílejte šeky vyplněné na CEFT na adresu Anton Pustějovský, P. O. Box 4136, Sargent, TX. 77409-4136. Náš pokladník je připraven přijat všechny možné zdroje příjmu, včetně cenných papírů, akcií, jiných finančních směnek a podobně. Svého času byla nadace ochotna přijat i budovy s možností prodeje, ale dnešní bytový trh není příznivý pro rychý prodej. I když se zdá, že počet prodaných a nově postavených domů se zvýšil. Náš zástupce na Texaské universitě Roger Kolář oznámil, že i příští rok bude uspořádán zájezd do České repubiky a tato možnost přiláká hodně zájemců. Podal potěšující zprávu, že
VLEVO NAHOřE FOTO: Pohled na kulturní středisko v Caldwell,Tx. od východu. TOP CENTRUM FOTOGRAFIE: Pohled na výstavku faramářského zařízení ze sbírky Dra. Smitha. V PRAVéM HORNíM ROHU FOTOGRAFIE: Hrubé a jemné kamení je umístěno na místech, kde prudká voda unáší.
LEVé FOTO: Památník veteránů.
FOTOGRAFIE VPRAVO: Záhon rozkvetlých růží při jižní straně budovy.
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žáci třetího ročníku již čtou českou literaturu v češtině. V roce 2015 je nutno připravit oslavu stého výročí založení katedry českého jazyka. Doporučil silnější propagaci češtiny mezi mládeží našich krajanů. Pak se rozproudila volná diskuse o tom, jakým způsobem by se měla rozšířit známost a propagace nadace a češtiny v Texasu, je-li možno použít Facebook, pozeptat se na zkušenosti jiných národností. Texaské krajanské organisace mají zájem o členy jen z hlediska svého zájmu, jsou úspěšní v práci s mládeží a pracuje pro ně celý aparát agentů a nahaněčů. Nadace by se jim v tomto směru nemohla vyrovnat, ale mohli bychom mít lepší tiskový oběžník ve větším rozsahu.Tento oběžník by se mohl pak posílat na adresy jiných bratrských organisací a postupně vybudovat pověst, která by byla prospěšná pro všechny. Svého času jsme měli společnou organisaci jménem TOCA, která měla
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sdružovat a in formovat ostatní spolky o činnosti jiných organisací. Její činnost nějak ustala a její práci není nikde vidět. Příkladem by mohl být časopis Rolník Rolnického vzájemně ochranného spolku, který in formuje o činnosti RVOS. Příští a velmi důležitá schůze je výroční schůze naší nadace v College Station, Tx. dne 19. ledna 2013, která by mohla rozhodnout o dalším směru naší práce. Těšíme se na hojnou návštěvu našich členů a i návštěvníků. Přijďte všichni. —SPJST—
TCGS presents “This Parade’s For You” this weekend
Be sure to be in attendance at the Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center, Caldwell, Texas, on Friday, November 9 and Saturday, November 10 when The Texas Czech Genealogical Society hosts a special weekend of tribute to all Czech Veterans, male and female, in all branches of service anywhere in the world. The festivities begin on Friday at 5:30 p.m. with a wine and cheese reception, followed by a delicious dinner. The lineup of speakers/entertainers for both days is top-notch, beginning on Friday evening when Dr. Mike Middleton takes the stage to present a special musical program, which is sure to trigger memories of years gone-by. Carroll Brincefield follows with a new and enlightening talk about Colonel Edward Kallus, a Caldwell native who survived the Bataan Death March, Camp O’Donnell, and Camp Cabanatuan. Saturday’s program will begin at 8 a.m. with registration, kolaches, coffee, and juice, giving everyone a chance to relax, visit with fellow Czechs, and prepare for a full, exciting day. No one can present our country’s colors better than the awesome A&M Color Guard. They will be on hand to open our Czech Veterans event promptly at 9 a.m. Colonel Jerry Curtis, who spent more than seven and one-half years in various North Vietnamese prison camps, will be our first speaker of the day. Colonel Curtis believes that the Lord miraculously brought him through those horrible days, if only to
tell his story. Ralph Mutchler served in the United States Army and worked as a DPS officer for more than 20 years. He has the unique hobby of restoring a M38 Willys Korean War Vintage Jeep and a 1970 M274A5 “Military Mule,” which will be on display. Once again, TCGS has translated and published another much-anticipated book, Czech Legionnaires, The Natives and Citizens of Vsetin County, 1914-1920, containing more than 1,000 surnames. This new publication will be available for the first time on Saturday, November 10. The book will be specially priced at $17 on Saturday, November 10. After that date, the book will sell for $21, plus $3 for shipping and handling. Everyone who has roots in Vsetin County will want to own this book, and you can save $7 by purchasing it at this event. Following a delicious lunch, our indoor Czech Veterans Parade will begin. All Veterans will want to participate when his or her branch of service song begins to play. The keynote speaker, Patrick Dewane, will take the stage immediately after the parade to present his inimitable and nationally acclaimed oneman show, “The Accidental Hero,” which is the story of his grandfather, Lieutenant Colonel Matt Kanop, who declared the liberation of the Czechs from the Nazi occupation in the village of Pilsen. This incredible story has been presented in many venues throughout the United States, but this will be the first performance in Texas. You simply do not want to miss it! Comments from audiences who have attended the show describe it as “unbelievable, chilling, and impossible to forget.” Following The Accidental Hero presentation, Patrick Janis will show, for the first time, a portion of the Czech Veteran Video, which features almost 100 of our own Czech Veterans. It will be an event filled with excitement, good food, mystery, entertainment, and Czech fellowship. We hope to see you there! Visit the TCGS website for full information or contact Bennie Stasny (512) 497-6007 or email blstasny@aol.com. Submitted by, Nancy Machu Lodge 29, Taylor —SPJST—
TCGS publishes Czech Legionnaires book
The Texas Czech Genealogical Society is proud to announce its latest book publication, Czech Legionnaires, The Natives and Citizens of Vsetin County, 1914 - 1920. With a little over 1,000 surnames within its 160 pages, you will definitely want to have a copy of this book in your personal research library if your ancestral roots are located in Vsetin County, Czech Republic. This book was authored by Dr. Ladislav Baletka and Zdenek Pomkla in 2001 after having spent several years compiling information on Czechoslovakian Legionnaires. Before Dr. Baletka’s death, he and Mr. Pomkla graciously granted permission to TCGS to have this important genealogical research book translated into English. Czechoslovakian Legions were military units and regiments which were organized during World War I in allied countries to serve as military power for Czechoslovakian resistance abroad. The Czech natives in France, perhaps 600 persons, entered the service of the French Legion, where they organized in the summer of 1914. The Italian Legion was organized mostly from former Austrian-Hungarian soldiers who were captured in Serbia or Italy. The largest part of the Czech foreign army was the Russian Legion, which was formed immediately at the beginning of World War I, under the leadership of Czechs and Slovaks who had settled in Russia. Dr. Baletka and Mr. Pomkla list information on Legionnaires from the following villages: Babice, Branky, Brnov, Bynina, Bystricka, Dolni Becva, Francova Lhota, Halenkov,
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Hazovice, Horni Vecva, Horni Lidec, Hostalkova, Hovezi, Hrachovec, Hutisko, Huslenky, Hutisko - Solanec, Choryna, Jablunka, Janova, Jarcova, Jasenice, Jasenka, Jurinka, Karolinka, Katerinice, Kelc, Kladeruby, Komarovice, Krasno Nad Becva, Krhova, Krive, Kunovice, Lacnov, Lazy, Leskovec, Lesna, Lhota U Choryne, Lhota - Near Kelc, Lhota Near Vsetin, Lhotka - Above Becva River, Lidecko, Liptal, Loucka, Luzna, Mala Bystrice, Mala Lhota, Male Karlovice, Mikuluvka, Mstenovice, Nemetice, Novy Hrozenkov, Oznice, Perna, Podlesi, Podoli, Police, Policna, Pozdechov, Prlov, Prostredni Becva, Przno, Priluky, Pulcin, Ratibor, Tokytnice, Roznov Pod Radhostem, Ruzdka, Seninka, Sdanec Under Solan, Strelna, Stritez, Studlov, Trylovice, Usti, Valasska Bystrice, Valasska Polanka, Valasska Senice, Valasske Mezirici, Valasske Prikaszy, Velka Lhota, Velke Karlovice, Vesela, Vidce, Vigantice, Vsetin, Vysoka, Zasova, Zdechov, Zubri, or Neurceno. (These villages make up Vsetin County, Czech Republic.) If you have ancestral ties to one of the above listed villages, you will definitely want to own your personal copy of this important research tool. This soft cover book, containing close to 200 photos, will be available for the low introductory price of $17 at “This Parade’s For You,” our special event honoring Czech Veterans at the Caldwell Civic Center on November 9 and 10, 2012. (By purchasing at the event, you will be saving $4, plus the $3 shipping and handling fee.) After November 10, the cost will be $21, plus $3 for shipping and handling. For more information or to obtain a copy, please contact Bill Hodon (512) 251-5201 or email bdhodon@sbcglobal.net. Remember, Christmas is right around the corner. This would be the perfect gift for anyone on your shopping list who is performing research in Vsetin County. —SPJST—
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Friday, November 9, 2012 Dr. Mike Middleton
Bringing a smile and uplifting spirits to all present will be Dr. Mike Middleton, known for his special renditions and arrangements of Amazing Grace, Ghostriders in the Sky and others including Beer Barrel Polka.
5:30 p.m. Wine and Cheese Reception 6 p.m. Dinner and Entertainment Fried Catfish - Roasted Potatoes Corn on the Cob Slaw - Tea - Coffee - Sheet Cake
$12 - Registered before Saturday, November 1, 2012 $15 - Registered after November 1, 2012
Carroll Brincefield
Through a special presentation centered around Caldwell, Texas, native Colonel Edward Kallus, Carroll Brincefield will take us on a journey of learning how he survived the Bataan Death March, Camp O’Donnell and Camp Cabanatuan.
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8 a.m. - Registration and Morning Refreshments 9 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies - Aggie Color Guard Colonel Jerry Curtis Key note Ralph Mutchler Spea ker a n Ente d Lunch rt P atric ainer Barbecue Brisket and Sausage k De wan Potato Salad • Beans • Slaw • All the Trimmings e Peach Cobbler • Tea • Coffee
Czech Veterans Indoor Parade Accidental Hero Presentation by Patrick Dewane
Caldwell Civic Center Sponsored by The Texas Czech Genealogical Society Full details at www.txczgs.org
For more information, contact Registration Chair Bennie Stasny (512) 497-6007 or email Blstasny@aol.com
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST 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., unless otherwise posted. Send 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 $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 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: First Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 3 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, November 16—Social night, 6 p.m. Saturday, November 24—Macik family reunion Saturday, December 1—RVOS Lodge No. 46 Christmas party/eeting Sunday, December 2—SPJST Lodge No. 6 Christmas party/meeting, 2 p.m.; supper at 5 p.m.; program follows Friday, December 7—Social night, 6 p.m Saturday, December 8—Sykora Family Ford Christmas party Sunday, December 9—Straten family Christmas party
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. The lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: (254) 826-5882; Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge 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; Hall Phone: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 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 Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building 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) Saturday, November 10—Chili supper/fun night, 5 p.m. $6 per bowl of chili; $3 for veterans. Proceeds benefit scholarship fund. Games, door prizes. All ages welcome. Sunday, November 11—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Sunday, November 25—Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, December 9—Christmas Dance: The Red Ravens, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person. Bring snacks for your table.
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 Davilla, 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: Located 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, 3 p.m.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) 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) 9852484; 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) Thursday, November 8—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, November 10—Craft show Saturday, November 17—Wedding Thursday, November 22—Rental Saturday, December 1—Rental Sunday, December 9—Youth club meeting
Note: Youth club meetings are at 1:30 p.m. and are scheduled on a different Sunday of the month depending on hall rentals. Call Youth Leader Rita Holland for youth club information (469) 337-2284.
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. 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: Call Youth Leader Rita Holland for youth club meeting date/time (469) 337-2284. Game room open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.
Friday, November 9—Texas Pioneers, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m.) Saturday, November 10—Free Dance: Old School Band featuring Regina Ball and Jeff Graybill, 8 p.m. to 12 midnight Sunday, November 11—Lodge 29 Youth Club meeting, 1 p.m. Any youth entering kindergarten through high school senior is eligible to attend. For more information, contact Cristy Girod (512) 468-1347. Wednesday, November 14—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor monthly meeting beginning, 6:30 p.m. Music by the Bobby Jay Five band 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, November 16—The Lawmen 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, Friday/November 22, 23—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Hall will be closed forThanksgiving holidays. Hall will be open for business on Saturday, November 24. Wednesday, November 28—Free Dance: music by the Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, November 30—Sterling Country, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4H/FFA Booster Club make oldfashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, December 2—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor members will hold their Christmas meeting/party beginning,at 3 p.m. Covered dish meal follows the meeting. The youth club will also meet at the same time. Friday, December 7–Old School Band featuring Regina Ball and Jeff Graybill, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .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.; old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
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: Sunday following the adult lodge meeting at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, November 10—Nolan Pick Band Saturday, November 17—35 South Saturday, December 8—Smokin Gun
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 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.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end turn right; 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 and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). 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 O’Shields (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Insurance certificates info, call Secretary Lillie Matejka O’Shields (979) 324-5961.
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LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Brenda Cox (979) 543-7171; 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 every Monday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kitchen and snack bar. Hall is non-smoking. License #17600539641. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas. LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Saturday, November 10—Red Ravens Saturday, November 17—Jerry Haisler Saturday, November 24—Open Saturday, December 1—Open Saturday, December 8—Private
Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy. 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on High way 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a nonsmoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Frank Klinkovsky (254) 773-4801; Hall Phone: (254) 9852548. Saturday Night Dances: Hall and kitchen open at 6 p.m. 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. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112. Go about 1/2 mile. Turn right on FM 619. Go about three miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 365-3733. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January through April and September through December at 5 p.m. at the lodge hall; meetings held the second Monday of May through August at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of January through April and September through December at 5 p.m. at the lodge hall; youth meetings held the second Monday of May through August at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall.
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. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, West Main Street in Ellinger.
LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. at Lone Star Hall, 1201 North Davis Street, West, Texas. 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. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at location to be announced in the Vestnik. Call (254) 799-4247 for more information.
LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Call for quarterly meeting date, time, and 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 at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls; second Sunday in September and December at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls.
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall Phone: (361) 854-8423. 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 onto FM 2268; go 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Rental Information: Frank Pajestka (254) 657-8176; Hall Phone: (254) 657-2485; or email SPJST80@yahoo.com. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the
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hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Board of Directors’ Meetings: First Saturday of each 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: Lodge building is located south on Hwy 36, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 793-4313; email 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 IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH-20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. 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. 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. LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371; Shop (254) 773-6164. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, November 10—River Road Boys, western swing. $8 per person Saturday, November 17—Leonard Duckworth, big band. Dress code*. $11 per person Saturday, November 24—No dance Saturday, December 1—Jack Melick Orchestra, big band. Dress code*. $12 per person Saturday, December 8—Czechaholics, polka/variety. $8/person
All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 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: Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. 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—TBA in the Vestnik. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 8707114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From Interstate 35 West in Fort Worth, take Interstate 30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is a right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 3/4 block down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) 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 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 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West three miles to FM 1303; turn right and 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.
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.
LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley (Martha) 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 IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy. 287 East exit. Stay Hwy. 287 on until you come to Ennis.Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy. 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Larry Valek (214) 794-7674. 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) Note: Beginning August, 2012, lodge meetings will begin at 6 p.m.
Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy, Texas.
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). Note: May and August meetings will be held on the third Sunday - same time, same location. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston).
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 Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton.
LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street in 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 IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 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. Go 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 Saturday 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 Cynthia Kristinek (806) 763-7245; ckristinek@yahoo.com 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: First 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.
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LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Meeting Location Update: Lodge meetings are now be held at Country Inn Restaurant, 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, Texas 77833. Meal and social at 6:30 p.m.; meeting follows at 7 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday of February, April, June, August, and October, and the first Sunday of December at 12 noon at Country Inn Restaurant, 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, Texas 77833. LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Saturday, December 31—TBA
Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Rental Information: Jo (713) 993-6878; Hall Phone: (281) 487-3297. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of January through October, 1 p.m. at the lodge hall with the exception of November and December. Executive Board/Trustees Meetings and Workdays: First Monday of each month, (unless the first Monday is a holiday) at 2 p.m. Dances: Held the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Variety Dances: 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, just off Hwy 95, on the right. 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.; kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Hall: 1150 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson. Directions: IH-35 West, one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson. Hall Rental Information: (817) 558-2400; (817) 295-3483; (817) 371-0255; (972) 268-0022; Hall Phone: (817) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Ryan's, 1413 N Loop 336 W, Conroe. For more information, contact Barbara Williams-Rash (936) 295 7778 or email bwillrash@suddenlink.net or Chuck Toney (281) 362-9062 or email cdtiii@toney.us.
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 IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH-20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538; (214) 8769029. 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.
LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
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) 625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. 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: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-2073309541002. 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. There will be a 7-11 on the right. Turn right; proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson
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Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple: Take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign; take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right is Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 771-4948. 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 Munday’s office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue).
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: Andy Anderson (936) 634-1962. Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. Regular Dances: First Friday night of each month, 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; Hall Phone: (281) 373-9482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 1 p.m. at the hall. 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, call Norman Kneschk (254) 386-3222; or email normk_82@hughes.net. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Sandra Pierce (254) 485-5801 for meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter (940) 322-8503; or any sales agent for meeting location.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Every third Sunday of January, March, May, July, and September at 6 p.m. Contact Secretary Pam Lehmann (806) 561-5105 for location. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month at 5 p.m. Contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams (806) 990-3351 for location. LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas (915) 727-2048 for meeting location.
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location Secretary Tammy Copeland (325) 320-4089. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Courtney Holzberlain (325) 829-3377 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at Best quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive, Temple. Meal at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact President James Lee (254) 289-6816. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Trish Konkler for meeting date/time/location (254) 780-9012.
LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m. at Alumni Student Center, conference rooms A and B, Texas Lutheran Campus, Seguin. —SPJST—
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