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

1940-09-12 / 37. szám

September 12, 194C Verhovayak Lapja THE HOMESTEAD MERRY-GO-ROUND--------------------------------------------------------- BRANCH 430 --------------------------------------------------------­A MEMO ON VERHOVAY SPORTS: Tli© Verhov ay Softball and Base­ball Leagues have almost com­pleted their schedules and soon the results will be known to the Verhovay reading public. This year it can be considered a noble experiment and I believe the experiment, especially in soft­­ball, proved very successful. True many obstacles had to be over­come by the boys and their man­agers, and for this reason more credit is due them. With regards to baseball, as announced previously, the winner of the first half of the baseball season was Jacobs Creek, Pa., while the winner of the second half is Walkertown, with Ray Lindquist at the helm. Walker­­town has been playing somo beautiful ball this second half, and is in position to challenge our friends from Jacobs Creek. A playoff is now being arranged between the two winners, and soon we will know the “Champion” ot the League. Steve Szabó in Jacobs Creek is grooming his boys for this playoff and assures every­one of a hard fight. We know both teams will be in their battling for all their worth. To the winner goes a beautiful, silver trophy, something worth working for. As far as softball is concerned, I have been informed that Youngs­town, O. has grabbed off second half honors, while the first half is a tie between Homestead and Youngstown. In the first half, both Homestead and Youngstown lost two games apiece, and X under­stand arrangements are now be­ing completed for a play-off of the first half tie. This, in my opinion, should be taken care of without delay. The season will soon be over and our attention will he directed towards other fields. Therefore, let us have this matter taken care of as soon as possible, have the league cham­pion announced, our banquet ar­ranged and the presentation made. We should wind up the softball season in a true fraternal manner by meeting at a certain place, at a fixed time, and fraternaliz­­ing with all of the brothers with whom we ciame into contact dur­ing the official season. My suggestion at this time to all branches is that they make plans for the formation of a basketball team. I have in mind a Verhovay Basketball League, so let us start early. If your funds are low, contact your local printer and get a raffle going. It’s one way to solve your financial dif­ficulties. I notice that our good friends and brothers in Cleveland, the basebiallers, keep rolling along. Nice going, keep it up. You boys have been doing an outstanding job in Cleveland and we’re proud of you. THUMBNAIL SKETCHES: Member Stephen B. Nagy, Jr., cf 2104 West Street, Munhall, Pa. is one of the youngest Funeral Directors in the Pittsburgh District. Born in Homestead, Nov. 8, 1914, he attended the public schools in the Homestead District, graduating from Munhall High School in 1932. He tried out for football while in high school but after the first game decided it was not what it was cut up to be. Worked around funeral parlors locally after graduation from high school. Served two year apprenticeship under expert guidance of Mrs. Joseph Nied of Swissvale, Pa. Attended American Academy ot Embalming in New York City, 1937, and Pittsburgh School of Embalming in 1940, graduating from both with high honors. Passed State Board of Undertakers exam June 15, 1940, and then opened his own undertaking establish­ment in Munhall. Possesses dis­tinction of being only Hungarian Funeral Director in Homestead District. Tired of single life at the age of 26, he married Miss Ann Sayko of Homestead June 30, 1940. Hobbies are stamp collecting, photography and hunting and fish­ing. Has two brothers at home, Lou and Bert. Has spent nine years in Undertaking business, and has reputation of being one of the finest embalmers in these parts. We wish him lots of luck in his undertaking. CENTRAL EUROPEAN CHECKERBOARD: Hungary continues to maintain her position at the Central European checkerboard. Her in­activity, however, has become boring to the majority of the watchers. The hum of activity was evident around the checker­board several weeks ago, with Bulgaria making several moves, all of which proved highly bene­ficial to her. She won the land that was stolen from her after the last war. Will Hungary be successful in her moves? At the present writing we are rather pessimistic over the outcome of her moves. If she can maneuver her checkers into such a posi­tion of advantage, then we can hope for success: otherwise, fail­ure' will he the outcome. Recent conferences between the two principals at the checkerboard, Hungary and Rumania, bave been unsuccessful. New moves are be­ing planned. Hungary is gathering her forces behind her for a grand move backed by force. Italy is also assuming new positions. Her next move is into Greece, the occupation of which will give her control of the Eastern Mediter­ranean. But back to the interest­ing checkerboard. Hungary must move her checkers soon, and I look forward to her doing just this. Her position on the checker­board is more powerful and im­posing than Rumania’s, and for this reason she will move soon. Germany and Italy, her neighbors, maintain a watchful eye over the whole checkerboard. Watch for new developments, they are on their way. THE STEAMBOAT x° EXCURSION: It was a little chilly the night of August 16th, Friday evening, and the Steamer Senator was riding at anchor at the foot of Stanwix street in downtown Pitts­burgh. She was well-lighted from bow to stern, and assumed a beckoning appearance. Her sail­ing was set for 9 p, m., and it was approximately ten minutes to nine when I boarded her. Shortly afterwards, there ciame several sharp blasts from her whistle and we were moving down the Allegheny. In midstream she swung around as if on a pivot, and faced towards the Ohio. We were finally on our way. The Homestead Verhovays and their friends were all aboard two hundred strong. This excursion was the first for a Verhovay Branch this year and produced a record turn-out. But let’s take a walk along the decks, from the first to the fifth, and see who is on hoard. President Stephen Nemeth, Br. 430, with his lady friend, walking along the second deck, greeting the members. Rudy Balogh with the Mrs. comfortably seated in steamer chairs watching the Ohio go by. Ozzie Toth with Miss Lizik on Deck 3 searching the sky for old man Moon. Joe Repassie and Miss Kay taking time out to say “hello’’ to an old friend; Bill Murdzak resting in a steamer chair, nothing to say; Ethel Pe­­renyi with Mr. Palovich walking the upper decks; Lou Cincel ex­hibiting his jitterbug technique to the music of the Cotton Pick­ers. Johnny Juszko fraternalizing with Jimmy Feher and Albert Su­­lincliak, all of E. Pgh.; Betty Toth of N. Braddock talking with Eliz. Mibal and Helen Doddo; Veronica Kálvin spending much of her time on the dance floor; Bert Priam with Emma Kálvin eating popcorn near the steamer rail; Serious, thoughtful A1 Jozik, Asst. Editor of the English Journal, chatting friendly with several of the girls; Kal Erdeky, the movie man, flashing that winning smile here and there; Mr. and Mrs. Alex Evans walking along the fourth deck; Bert Nagy sipping a soft drink with Gloria Szecskay; Joe Hasak alone on Deck 4, awaiting the return of Emma Vargyas; Ethel Cincel with Giz Hzdovlch, Ethel Hzdovich, Ton Stefanchin, and Mary Havrilla. Bertha Dargo dancing with Ralph Sieg; Smiling Mary Nagy talking with Helen Mihok near the re­freshment stand; Andy Deutsch, with a big cigar gripped between his teeth, helping the wife up the stairs; Ida Luka of E. Pgh. look­ing spry as ever; Alice Josvay looking charming as always; Velma Aranyos from Hazelwood talking to some friends; Jim Vargyas enjoying the cool breezes on Deck 5 with Olga Kasmer. Then, too, there’s Emma Bo­­rovich walking along the upper deck; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Toth dancing a slow piece; Emma Mos­­kal questioning a member of the group; Johnny Penchuk intently watching the boat pass through the locks. Pete Dargo always happy as can be; Marie Deutsch talking with some girl friends from Hazelwood; Mike Kontra and Nick Rapolti waltzing around the decks; Bill Kohut with Betty Toth of Munhall, taking time out for a refreshing glass of rootbeer; Margaret Evans and Olga Kepes taking things easy on Deck 4. Others present on the excur­sion will excuse me for not men­tioning their names due to lack of space. In conclusion I might say that the boatride was not only successful in a financial way hut also socially. Everyone present had a good time and they cer­tainly do not regret being on the Steamer Senator the night of August 16th. The moon, for those intereeted, came out approxi­mately at 10:15 p.m. much to the satisfaction of all on board ship. BRANCH ACTIVITIES: The Moonlight Excursion has been successfully taken care of, and the Branch has gained in several ways. The affair stirred up considerable enthusiasm among the members, and they are now look­ing towards new worlds to con­quer. The formation of a powerful basketball team is one of the chief aims of the Branch for the fall season. About fifteen young men belonging to the branch will be asked to try out for the team, in an effort to build up one of the best teams in the Homestead District. A Dance for the Fall is also among the plans of the Branch and you will soon be reading about the progress being made on this affair. It is being planned for late October I believe. The softball team downed the Hungarian Reformed Federation at Kennywood Park, Tuesday, August 20th, by the score of 6-5. It was a close game, with many thrilling moments. VERHOVAYS AT MAGYAR DAY: The annual Magyar Day fell on Tuesday, August 20th this year, and resulted in a nice turn-out at Kennywood Park. Many Verhovay members attended this outing, and renewed acquaintances with old friends. A few who were seen at the Park with their friends are: Julius Lenart • dressed in sport slacks and coat hurrying home to go to work; Betty Schwab for­getting the Home Office and hav­ing a good time; Rev. G. E. Borsy-Kerekes watching the soft­­ball game between the Homestead Verhovays land the Hungarian Reformed Federation; Steve Kuru all dressed up after playing a bang-up game against the Feder­ation; Joe Daryis and his wife; Nick Toth tripping the light fan­tastic with Peggy Demko. Cecelia Szecskay walking around the Park with a certain Mr. Spry; Mrs. Jos. Lesko of Homeville with daughters Mary and Helen; Frank Mihok talking aviation; Barbara and Wilma Elek chatting with a clerk; Eddie Kohut with Ethel Mjaxto; Mr. Mészáros, of Hazel­wood; Mrs. Alec Aleva hurrying towards the Merry-Go-Round; El­mer Halas and Geo. Katona, the McKeesport society boys, trying to make their minds up about the dance; Kal Erdeky talking with Rose Kish near Kennywood Blvd.; Jimmy Toth of N. Braddock with Mrs. Toth. Mr. and Mrs. William Beszl talking with Mr. and Mrs. Nemeth; Joe Doczy looking trim and neat behind one of Kenny­­wood’s refreshment counters; Mr. Szecskay, with his famous cane, discussing the European situation; Joe Orosz and the young lady friend taking things easy; Mar­garet Kish of Hazelwood hurrying towards the Hungarian Dance Pavilion; Mr. and Mrs. William Ardale of Youngstown, O. receiv­ing the congratulations and best wishes of their friends on their recent marriage; Ethel Halas all wrapped up in a serious conver­sation; Sara and Kathryn Kozma resting on one of the park bench­es; Madeline Fitz with Margaret Kohut walking towards the Arc­ade; Bill Cizmadia doing an out­standing job of umpiring softball game; and last but not least Albert Jozik, our mutual friend and associate. IMPRESSIONS AND REFLECTIONS: Believe information being print­ed about policies should be issued to Secretaries and organizers in booklet form. Can prove very; helpful. Trust Directors at their Septem­ber meeting find it possible to continue helping English-speaking Branches. New contest one of the best yet offered by any organization. Our young men and ladies should take advantage of such opportu­nities. It’s easy yet really worth­while. Fraternally yours GÉZA KOLOZSVARY Homestead, Pa.------------------O------------------­BRANCH 5 NOTICE MAYNARD, OHIO Our next regular meeting will be held on September 15, at 2 p. m., in the K. of P. Hall. All members are requested to be present as there will be important business to be transacted. Fraternally, KAlMAN SZABÓ, President. JULIUS SHADI, Secretary.--------------------o-------------------­A new door bumper has a suction cup on its end to hold a door pressed against it.

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