Verhovayak Lapja, 1940. július-december (23. évfolyam, 27-52. szám)

1940-08-08 / 32. szám

August 8, 1940 THE HOMESTEAD MERRY-GO-ROUND k-------------------------- BRANCH 430 -------------------------­______________________ Verhovay alc Lapja. Page 5 On The Verhovay Front: Recently, while comparing the assets and membership of our organization with other Hun­garian organizations, I happily discovered that the VFIA is in an enviable position. Not only is it the largest fraternal insurance among the Hungarian firms, but it is the most sound and pro­gressive. This we can thank to our present leadership who have guided our boat very successfully through difficult and hazardous periods. The money has been very wisely invested, and the returns from these investments have been gratifying. Then, too, our mem­bership has been carefully se­lected, an important fact which can not he overlooked, ft would be detrimental to our organiza­tion to overload it with unde­sirable risks. Many organizations have in their midst district organizers and agents who in selfish regard for themselves push into an organiza­tion undesirable insurance risks. Of course, if the district organizer or agent has the interest of the company at heart he will care­fully select his clients. This, I hope, is the case where our twelve district organizers are in­volved. Pushing into a fraternal insurance organization undesir­able insurance risks could within a short time create a very un­favorable financial condition. Since the beginning of the Con­test the organization has added to its membership rolls hundreds of new members. We are always building for the future and I sincerely hope the new members in our organization assume an active roll in all of its fraternal activities. The Central European Checkerboard: Recently the players around our Central European checkerboard have been very active with many moves consummated. Hungary, noble and true, bas been an active participant. Several weeks ago, she was very intent on making a move on the checkerboard, a move which would have taken her into beloved Transylvania. She fingered the checker nervously, and was almost ready to make the move. Friendly Germany, her big and powerful neighbor, watching the checkerboard over Hungary’s shoulder, cautioned her against the move. Possibly there is a better move for her on the checkerboard In the near future. This we hope and pray for. Oftentimes when friends watch a game of checkers, they often see better moves on the board. If they have a stake in the game, this can, however, werk both ways. We all know it was to Germany’s advantage to keep the game played in a friend­ly atmosphere. This she was suc­cessful at. Bulgaria, sitting beside Hungary, also contemplated a move, but, she too was restrained from moving her black checker. Yugoslavia appears to be very silent at the board, taking no active part. Roumania, made up of jigsaw patterns of different people is in a desperate position at the checkerboard. Her checkers are almost gone. She has but a few remaining on the board. Can she possibly extricate herself front the desperate position in which she finds herself today? All watch­ers at checkerboard answer in the negative. Bulgaria and Hungary will move soon. Follow the checker game as played on the Central European checkerboard. It’s in teresting and fascinating! New moves in next issue. BRANCH ACTIVITIES The big moonlight boat ride sponsored by our Branch is as­suming large proportions with a record turnout being promised. Seems to be a lot of enthusiasm pesent, and if all the young folks as well as old folks attend this excursion, they’ll have the time of their lives. Verhovay members in all sections of Allegheny County are invited to attend this affair. Tickets are obtainable in McKeesport from Julius Lenart; in Hazelwood (Pittsburgh) from Cecilia Kalas. in East Pittsburgh from Johnny Juszko; in Duquesne at Fulop’s Gypsy Tavern; in Home, stead from any member of Branch 430, or by telephoning the secre­tary, Bill Kohut. Captain Nemeth, chairman of the ticket committee reports a good advance sale to date. The tickets are selling at 50c if purchased before the date of the excursion. They will be more expensive on the night of the ride. Therefore, contact any of the above and make arrange­ments to have your tickets early. The crowd still continues coming around to our Thursday evening meetings, and we want them to bring along their friends, too. The boys and girls enjoy them­selves immensely at this weekly get-together. They can play ping­­pong to their hearts content, or they can amuse themselves with the RCA phonograph-radio com­bination recently purchased by the Branch. Then, too, we have checkers and cards for those in­terested. The Branch is very well equipped to entertain its members and their friends. Through the tireless efforts of Bill Kohut, new members are be­ing added to the Branch constantly. Recent additions include Mr. and Mrs. Michael Caito, Bert Nagy, William Murdzak, Pete Dargo, Frank Lengyel, Johnny Kertesz, Paul Balogh, John Nagy of Hazel­wood, George Berger, Mrs. Andrew Rotz, Jr., Margie Krajczar, James A. Kohut, (a brother of Bill, I believe), George Nahay, Jr., and Rev. George E. Borsy-Kerekes. I understand that new members are going to keep coming, so look out English-speaking branches. Home stead is headed for an outstand­ing year! The officers and mem­bers are all intent on making it ‘the outstanding” English-speak ing Verhovay Branch. I believe they will succeed. Congratulations to new mem­ber, George Nahay, Jr., upon be coming an Eagle Scout at the tender age of sixteen. I believe George will hold the honor of being one of the few Eagle Scouts in the Verhovay Organization. A fine young lad who reached his goal after a year and a half of determined effort. Mr. A. Ari, please note this item. Regarding George, I have been told that in Mifflin Township he is the third young man to become an Eagle Scout in a quarter of a century— twenty-five years. George, we're extremely proud to have you with us. BRANCH PERSONALITIES Hope Catherine Borovich en­joys her stay in New York City. Margie Krajczar returned from Edinboro Lake Saturday tanqed like a nutmeg, it was difficult to recognize her. Johnny Penchuk made a one-day call on New York City last Sunday. Alice Caito will be acquiring the title of ‘'Mrs.” very soon. Enjoy your vacation. Rev. Dienes, the peace and quiet will do you good. Loyal, hard­working Ethel Cincel spending a week in Cleveland. Olga Kasmer is very much interested in Meadow Gold' ice cream lately, so I un­derstand. Ernie Ladanyi, nick­named ‘’Lombardi,” an outstand ing backstop on the Homestead softball team, Mike Kurucz, of ficial scorekeeper, maintains keen interest in branch affairs. Frank Lengyel, sells quite a lot of bread and oakes for Wholfarth’s. Bert Nagy, always smiling and ready for fun, likes to cooperate. Serious, softspoken Steve Black, prepairing to return to his favorite—teach­ing high school students. Paul “Rudy” Balogh, happy all the time, looks at but the bright side of life, lots of enthusiasm. Lillian Thomkia. proudly exhibit­ing a brilliant sparkler, yep, she’s engaged and the lucky man in this instance is Joe Bado. Beam­ing Andy . Timko, father of two young ladies, walking his beat on Sunday mornings, directing traffic at 8th and West Sts. during week­­days, great fellow. Vi Szarvas much of a stranger of late. Betty Toth, good worker, interested in progress of Branch, fine girl. Doc. Sabow talking about his two boys, pays no attention to his thinning hair. Steve Rotz, a natural short story writer, spends much time reading and writing stories, ar­ticles, etc., his best short stories on the way. Louis Perenyi headed for the altar soon. Lots of pep and ambition, Johnnie Pastor, be­lieves in living for today, spends considerable time with Betty, re liable Verhovay. Betty Mihal. quiet and unassuming. Mrs. Henry Lässige, Ir, satisfied with married life, has a good looking baby boy, Henry Lassiage ill. Ethel Perenyi has loads of enthusiasm, has not found much time for Branch life lately, very much occupied. Joe Orosz seldom has much to say, wonder if he’s like that when he visits the future Mrs. Bert Priam, vice president, likes company. Betty Sera talented, should have gone to C. I. T. art school. Andy Rotz fond of handsome three year old Evelyn, ijice daughter. Steve Kasmer an ardent FOE, attended Eugle’s Convention recently. Emma Kálvin, unlike sister Veronica, quiet, nice ways. Jul. Kasmer in­terested in play-off with Youngs­town, good boy. Joe Fedor has not been around lately. Margaret Evans faithful recording secre­tary offers many new ideas. Ernie and Eddie Kepes go about to gether, both like cars. Emma Borovich one of best pianist in district. Helen Bányász auto, fire insurance selling her hobby. Mrs. Alec Aleva always up to the minute where fashions are con­cerned, outstanding dressed, pop’s got a real wife there. Arp Chon­­tos smokes short pipe, reads lot, fine vocabulary, writes well. Jim Vargyas all around athlete, has build like Jim Londos, very much occupied as of late. Emma and Mildred- Vargyas both interested in sports, good softball player’s. Ozzie Toth, nice chap, handy man (o have around, enjoys being amongst a crowd. Mary Nagy, dark hair and eyes, always greets you wijh a smile. Joe Hasak, owns a lightning pitch, plays well Steve Kovács owns a Ford, having loads of fun. Singing Steve Kuril has knack of remembering poems, quite a character. Emma Moskal, follower of team, sells lots of tickets. Pete Dargo excellent driver, enjoys picnics and softball. Bill Kohut always “Business.” Branch personalities will be continued in one of the future issues of the Journal. Watch for it. See what the members are doing, what they’re interested in. Yours fraternally, GÉZA KOLOZSVÁRY, Homestead, Penna. Welcome to thé Verhovay Family! SIGN UP—Among the new members brought into the Verhovay Fraternal Insurance Association at a meeting of the Women’s Auxiliary of Branch 157, Waukegan, Illinois, recently were (left to right) Mrs. Clyde Overbey and Joey, 15 months; Mrs. Wal­lace Vandeventer and her daughter, Barbara Lyton, 9; Betty Vandeventer, 9, and sister Joan, 2, and their mother, Mrs. Alvin Vandeventer. Mrs. John Kondrath (extreme right) is president of the Auxiliary. (Photograph by courtesy of The Waukegan Post.)

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