Bethlen Almanac 1998 (Ligonier)
The Hungarian Reformed Federation of America
It was interesting to see that the Federation moved to 18th and P Streets again. Church services continued in the Ball Room of this historic building. My husband, who was not Hungarian, would often attend services with me. Later the move was to New Mexico Avenue, and from there to Rockville, Maryland. I wondered how that move could be made without the loss of our charter. Today, the Federation is finally back in its rightful place, in the capital of the United States. May the Lord continue to prosper its work among the Hungarian brethren in this adopted country of ours. Elizabeth Komaromy Stant A very special celebration took place on Sunday, March 1, 1998, in honor of the 90th birthday of Mrs. Elizabeth Komaromy Stant. The theme, which was carried out in the invitations and the birthday cake, was, “Friends Are the Flowers in the Garden of Life.” Elizabeth’s son, Norman L. Stant, was the host for this wonderful gathering. At age 26, Elizabeth K. Stant left her family in her hometown of Toledo, Ohio, and traveled to Washington, D.C. to find a suitable office for the relocation of the Federation. The rest is said in her article above. She remained in the D.C. area, married the late Norman A. Stant, and raised her family here. Her son Norm presented a wonderful biography of Elizabeth’s life. He commented on her work with the HRFA, and that she was “a woman ahead of her time.” The invited guests were a testament of Elizabeth’s involvement in her church, her woman’s club and the community. Treasurer Suzanne S. Virgulák and her husband Ernest were present to help honor this remarkable lady. Elizabeth is a member of Branch 300 and has been a member of the Federation since 1925. May God richly bless you, Elizabeth, with many more happy and healthy birthdays. Suzanne S. Virgulák, HRFA Treasurer “Dear Staff of the HRFA: Most sincerely do I want to thank you for giving me the beautiful plate and the hundredth anniversary book. As I glanced through the book so many memories flooded my mind......My many long morning walks from my apartment on P Street to Pennsylvania Avenue, and stopping to have a cup of coffee and glazed doughnut for ten cents. How times have changed! Thank you again for remembering me on my 90th birthday. With sincere love, Elizabeth Komaromy Stant.” 15
