Fraternity-Testvériség, 1997 (75. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
1997-07-01 / 3-4. szám
FRATERNITY Page 11 FRATERNAL HAPPENINGS continued Hungarian Reformed Church in Woodbridge, was called upon to give the invocation. Elaine Convery led the assemblage in the singing of our National Anthems. Director Michael Pauli, Jr. introduced President George Dózsa, who welcomed the group on behalf of the HRFA. Elaine Convery won first prize in the Hungarian Costume judging. A profit of $1,502.34 was realized of which $500 was turned over to the Student Aid & Loan Fund of the HRFA. Director Michael Pauli, Jr. presenting President George Dózsa a check made out to the Student Aid & Loan Fund of the HRFA for $500. Presentation took place at the conclusion of the Fall Board of Directors Meeting held at the Bethlen Home in Ligonier, Pennsylvania. L to r.: Vice Presidents László Lipoczky, Priscilla Hunyady, President George Dózsa, Directors Michael Pauli, Jr., Albert St. Miklosy and Rev. Stefan M. Torok. FRATERNAL DAY CELEBRATED AT THE HRFA KOSSUTH CLUB, INDIANA On July 13, 1997, the Kossuth Club held its annual Fraternal Day and fundraising picnic in Merriville, Indiana. We were a little apprehensive since many of our regular volunteers and staunchest supporters were on vacation. We also missed our former president Julius Simon and his family. However, we got unexpected help from other volunteers and the weather fully cooperated with this noble effort. It was as hot and muggy as it can only get in the Northwest Indiana, Chicago area. This did not help the dancing couples who were braving the heat, but the drinks and other refreshing beverages were consumed in great quantities. The food was excellent. The ladies prepared stuffed cabbage, pecsenye and sausage. Marika Kovács made the authentic “bogrács gulyás.” Hot dogs and sandwiches were also available. Later, the ever so popular langos was made in huge quantities. The pastries were so delicious that soon the large crowd bought off our inventory. The success of the Fraternal Day picnic hinged on the planning and preparation. It was a great teamwork; again, the Kovács family was in the hub of activities. Many of the volunteers came from distances as South Bend, Turkey Run, Chicago, Valparaiso, Highland, Crown Point, Merriville, Dalton. We even had our visiting Hungarian guests pitching in. Overall, it was a great effort, thanks to everyone who made this possible with their selfless dedicated work. The Kossuth Club will have the modest means to help some deserving cause and to put the Hungarian culture in focus. Steven Mischak, Secretary
