Magyar News, 2001. szeptember-2002. augusztus (12. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2002-07-01 / 11-12. szám
alistic, or financial, 32% of the marriages have no children, an other 32% has one child, the rest is a combination, not enough to have an effect. In general the Roma (Gypsy) new boms are declining by 4.5%, while the “Hungarian” children’s birth is raising by 1.4%. There doesn’t seem to be much difference between the cities and the villages. There is no significant growth among the peasant population. The system of family support is the highest in Europe. Staying home with one newborn automatically gains two years of paid up pension.With 3 children it expands to 8 years of pension and insurance. There In a more informal discussion are Zoltán Lakner, Oliver Valu Charles Mákos, and Erika Papp Fáber ■ are the in-between categories. They receive a break in taxes and in tuition. The divorce rate is the same as in th USA, that is 50%. 30% of the couples live together outside of marriage. Unfortunately religion has declined, 10% of the adult population are practicing religion, making the country a missionary territory. The government supports the services of religious conceding with an annual one and a half billion HUF. In the second year 1800 programs are working on holding marriages together, including old ones. The family support makes up 0.01% in the USA, in Hungary it reaches 3%. There is an effort to bring the schoolbooks up to a realistic level, specially the history books. The outstanding educational system in Hungary was put on the right track by Kuno Klebersberg in the late twenties. There is a very healthy trend to bring cultural life to a higher standard. Many religious establishments are opening schools for the children. Responding to a question, Mr. Lakner talked about the situation that the teachers are in. It is known that they were always on the lower end of the pay scale. Many leave the educational field because in other occupations they manage to receive a better pay. The government in the near past was able to raise their income, and just recently the salaries were raised 20% more. There is a noticeable gap in teaching Hungarian history. The history books have to be brought up to par. For over a generation the Communist regime did everything in their power to hush up 1956 and the many other events. Visiting Hungary, László Bollyky from Greenwich, at a restaurant told the waiter if he could answer a question about the 1956 uprising then he would get a very big tip. “Unfortunately” he saved a sizable amount of money. There seem to be many things to take care of, but the Hungarian people show their ability to survive and make the best out of a new situation.. Though many details have been left out, hopefully the notes taken of the speech are accurate. J.F.B. This New York based Hungarian weekly served the Hungarian community for a whole century. Though continuing, it has a new revival. Many readers are appreciative to receive printed news not just in the Hungarian language but also with a Hungarian view on these. At the Hungarian Cultural Center the editorial staff, journalists and readers came together to celebrate. The Amerikai Magyar Szó published a special issue for this occasion including the very interesting history of the paper. We congratulate László Papp, his staff, and the editorial board, thanking them for keeping a Hungarian tradition alive. One may order it by calling 212-254-0397 or Fax 212-254-1584. EVENTS AHEAD EVENTS AHEAD EVENTS AHEAD JULY 21, SUNDAY ! the Calvin UCC, 901 Kings Highway, Fairfield, CT., is having their j Traditional Summer Picnic. It starts at 12:00 Noon and closes at 4:00 PM. They are serving delicious Hungarian foods, including pastries. The church is located just off exit 24 of the 1-95 Turnpike. AUGUST 4, SUNDAY Saint Emery’s Roman Catholic Parish will have their 70th ANNUAL PARISH HUNGARIAN PICNIC It will take place from 12:00 to 5:00 PM on the school grounds. All of the traditional dishes - Goulash, Stuffed Cabbage, Liver and Onions,Pork Sandwiches, Cabbage and Noodles, and much, much more will be offered. SEPTEMBER 15, SUNDAY The American Hungarian Heritage Association (A.H.H.A.) will have the traditional annual SZALONNA SÜTÉS starting at 2:00 PM on the grounds of the United Church of Christ, 2200 North Ave., Bridgeport, CT. For $6.00 you will receive a piece of szalonna, the stick (nyárs), bread, veggies and coffee. Bring your own pastry. Reservation a must. Call: 372-8643 or 377-0569 Page 3
