Fraternity-Testvériség, 1999 (77. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
1999-07-01 / 2. szám
FRATERNITY Page 17 Branch 93, Wharton, New Jersey The meeting of Branch 93 was held on January 1, 1999 at 3:00 p.m. It was called to order by Steve Vajda, who also offered the opening prayer. A silent prayer was offered in remembrance of deceased member Stephen Szorka. New members James and Michael J. Kober, Stephen Kiss and István Karsai were welcomed. Branch activities in 1998 included László Dallos’s work at the Christmas tree farm in Stillwater, New Jersey, to help the Children’s Hope and Dreams Foundation. Proceeds from trees purchased at this farm helped sick children realize their dreams. Jolán Szmetena was also among those who purchased a tree from the farm. The entire contribution went to the children’s fund. Steve Vajda and his family sent donations to three different organizations to help the flood victims in Hungary and Ukraine-Karpatalja. Officers elected for 1999 are: László Dallos, President; István Szmetena, Vice President; Anikó Vajda, Treasurer; and Jolán K. Szmetena, Secretary. The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m. Jolán K. Szmetena, Branch Manager/Secretary (973)887-8420 Branch 100, Chicago, Indiana Branch Manager András Demeter opened the meeting on January 9,1999 at 6:30 p.m. with a prayer. Minutes of the previous meeting and the Treasurer’s report were accepted as read. New members were introduced and welcomed to the meeting. A report was presented on the Branch’s participation in the musical Christmas celebration held on December 13,1998 at the Hungarian Baptist Church of Chicago. More than 200 persons took part in this successful event. Much appreciation to Maria and Joseph Kovács for providing the fresh kolbász and hurka for the event. Officers elected for 1999 were: Thomas Mischak, President; Irene Hetrovicz, Vice President; and Emery Kakoczki, Secretary-Treasurer. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. András Demeter, Branch Manager (847)679-9585 Branch 134, Greater Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania The meeting of Branch 134 of the HRFA was held on December 5,1998 at 12:30 p.m. It was called to order by Branch President Marion Nagy. Prayer was given by Olga Darnay, Branch Secretary. Reports was read and approved. Old Business: We purchased food items to make Thanksgiving baskets for several needy families. The Federation supplied the turkeys, and in addition to the Branch’s purchases, our church members donated many things such as canned goods, paper products, candy, and juices. We also sent a donation to the “Flood Fund” to help those in Hungary who were recently affected by the unprecedented amount of rainfall which caused so much damage. New Business: We made a Christmas donation to the Hungarian Reformed Church of Duquesne. We are so fortunate to have the availability of the Church’s social hall for our meetings, picnics and Christmas parties. Several of our members visited shut-ins at Glenshire Woods and Southwestern Health Center. Get well cards were sent to our sick members. Election of Officers: With the slate of officers being given as: Marion Nagy, President; William Nagy, Vice President; Julia Nagy, Secretary; and Olga Darnay, Treasurer, this slate was unanimously elected. Meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m. so we could have our Christmas party. Julia Nagy, Branch Secretary Olga Darnay, Branch Manager/Treasurer (412)466-2710 Branch 151, Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania The officers and members of Branch 151 held a Hungarian picnic on June 6,1999 to honor our HRFA and its commitment to fratemalism. The menu consisted of gulyás prepared by National Secretary Endre Csornán, káposztás galuska, Hungarian kolbász and a szalonna sütés. A nice variety of Hungarian pastries was donated by our members. We were fortunate that we had sunny weather; however, the heat was uncomfortable to say the least. Nevertheless, it was good for business because all of our cold drinks were consumed. The atmosphere was lively due to musical groups from Youngstown and Ambridge. Our friends came from all over the tri-state area including Youngstown, Sharon, McKeesport, Ambridge, Pittsburgh, Ligonier, Duquesne and Carmichael. A novelty at our picnic was a craft table for children. There were edible necklaces made from fruit loops, and face painting was by Wanda Bain. We provided the children with a free meal. Our gratitude to the following officers and members who made this picnic such a success: Peg and Joe Fabri, Kati and Eddie Kovács, Alex Varady, Elizabeth Rezes, Julia Csornán, Butch and Nadine Csornán, Alan and Shaunte Csornán, Arlene and Endre Csornán, and Renee Maldonato. Special thanks to the bakers: Elizabeth Rezes, Helen Wilson, Katica Kovács, Peggy Fabri, Julia Desantes, Renee Maldonato, Elizabeth Miskolczi, Anna Miscolcze, Renee, Arlene and Nadine Csornán. Some of the Branch Officers, Members and Friends of Branch 151 at the Hungarian Picnic.
