The Eighth Hungarian Tribe, 1984 (11. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1984-06-01 / 6. szám
I A FEW WORDS FROM THE EDITOR The few do so much for the many. This is why, we have reason to believe, that “Hungarianism” is still alive and doing well here in New Jersey - even though the many, who don’t do, may not be aware of it! Our “page one” of our section report on the dedication and ribboncutting ceremonies of the “HUNGARIAN ROOM” set up in the historic Jeremiah Dunn Farmhouse is only one example among many. Thirteen dedicated people, under the direction of Yolan Varga, made this significant contribution towards the preservation of our Hungarian heritage possible. True, that more than 200 Hungarians from the Middlesex County area attended this event. But - and this is a “but” - there are more American-Hungarians living in this area than in any other throughout the State of New Jersey. They number in the many thousands. Where were they? Perhaps, they didn’t know about it or maybe, if some of them did, they couldn’t have cared less. Another example of the few doing so much for the many is the dedicated endeavors of a small group to help keep the Hungarian theatre alive in New Jersey. Members of the American-Hungarian Citizens Club of Rahway, they established themselves as the American-Hungarian Theatrical Group and, under the direction of Joseph Bodnar, who was a member years ago of the j then famous Alexander Zilahy troupe, have staged many successful performances not only at their own club, but also in such cities as Perth Amboy, Woodbridge, Passaic, and New York. While all their shows were well attended ! and received, it is not unreasonable to assume, under the prevailing cir- I cumstances, that thousands of American-Hungarians here in New Jersey, who would really enjoy their productions, have yet to become aware of the fact such a theatrical group is in existence. It can also be assumed that there are many, who do know about them, but couldn’t care less. But we do care! Not only about the two examples given, but also about the many others that we know about, including clubs with lots of members but few workers. In fact, to motivate others to care about their “Hungarianism”, is the real purpose of this publication. You can join us in this worthwhile effort by i becoming one of our readers, j Our subscription rate is only $15.00 a vear. Please make your check or money order payable to the BETHLEN PRESS and mail it to: BETHLEN PRESS, P.O. Box 2203, Union, New Jersey 07083 (for New Jersey subscribers only). pauj puijfzer Managing Editor This section is produced for “The Eighth Hungarian Tribe” magazine by PULITZER-GOODMAN ASSOCIATES, INC., P.O. Box 2203, Union, New Jersey 07083 (Tel: 201/964-8464). Managing Editor: Paul Pulitzer Co-Managing Editor: Roger B. Goodman Associate Editor & Advertising/Circulation Manager: Joseph Horvath Associate Editor (Research): Harry G. Ladanye Advertising Manager (Central Jersey): Doris Hody Club News Editor: Frank Hidi Special Correspondent: Marianne Oross To The Editor: The patriotic poem by Petőfi Sándor brought back memories of my childhood and Hungarian school. We learned many Hungarian poems, including the one on the cover of your March issue. Even now, as then, the poem gives me goose bumps when I read it. Please enroll me as a member of your very fine and informative magazine. Rose E. Lichtmann Highland Park, N.J. To Whom It May Concern: We are American-Hungarians and proud of it. Thank you for sending us your magazine. We enjoy reading it and finding out about our heritage. I am enclosing my year’s subscription to The Eighth Hungarian Tribe magazine and adding a gift subscription as well. Please keep up the good work. Mrs. Frank Kosztyn Edison, N.J. Dear Editors: I am a Hungarian-American living in Princeton. I’ve been trying to learn Hungarian, but I can’t find a book to teach me. Would you please send me a book? (an inexpensive one preferably). Imre Reho Princeton, N.J. P.S. Why do you call your magazine “The Eighth Hungarian Tribe”? (EDITOR’S NOTE: This young American-Hungarian is a student at St. Joseph’s Prep and we were delighted to respond to his request. We also explained the significance of our magazine’s title.) Eighth Hungarian Tribe Page 10
