Verhovayak Lapja, 1941. július-december (24. évfolyam, 27-52. szám)
1941-07-10 / 28. szám
July 10, 1941 THE FERRET SEZ. I see where the picture moguls are going to film one of my favorite plays by my favorite playright—which should make interesting entertainment. So with the furore ahead, I will give my impression of George Bernard Shaw’s play, “Major Barbara,” which I wrote in my leaner years and with the full vision of youth still undimmed by the realities of the old age which has crept up on me. I give my description of one of the most fascinating men, be it in real life or fiction, Andrew Undershaft, father of “Major Barbara”:— ANDREW VNDERSHAFT In Andrew Undershaft, hero of George Bernard Shaw’s “Major Barbara, ■portrayed a man of unusual qualities. He does not mince words', that is, he is not afraid of telling the world what he thinks. I picture him as an elderly, congenial sort of man, one ivho would possibly be a good sport. His embarrassment on first meeting his family is cleverly covered by his gallantry. He is quietly submissive under the scrutiny of his family and is doing his utmost to ease the situation. The fact that his listeners are aggrieved because he is a maker of destruction does not deter him from defending his pro fession. Rather he enjoys their sulleness and almost cruelly states that if there v>ere no war he would not be rich. Andrew Undershaft has a keen sense of humor also, as, for example, when Barbara asks him where his works are and he pompously replies, “In Perivale St. Andrews. At the sign of the sword. Ask anybody in Europe.” His views on religion are not what one usually expects from a moneyed man As a general rule, people of wecith donate huge sums to charities and churches, and have an idea that their salvation is to be bought by building churches. However they are seldom as outspoken as Undershaft in admitting that money is necessary for salvation. Poverty appears to be an evil from which there is no escape unless facts are faced —and Undershaft, with the aid of his daughter Barbara and her fiance, Adolphus Cusins, hopes to abolish the state of despondency into which lack of proper food and clothing throws us, by giving everyone an opportunity to work. Barbara is under the impression that the Salvation Army is the one way to end poverty, and she does not realize that supporting charitable organizations is merely a tool of the rich to further their own ends. Since Barbara is attached to the Salvation Army, Cusins does not see how Undershaft can get her away to aid in the program of reform against poverty but Undershaft says that he will buy out the Army, for “All religious organizations exist by selling themselves to the rich.” Undershaft has a clear idea of the average workman, and he brings out why they are kept down. The reasons he gives for theii lack of sufficient means of livelihood are quite true. For instance, Cusins says they are “attached to theb homes,” to which Undershaft replies, “They will put up with anything sooner than change their shop. Cusins states that “their thoughts are on heavenly things,” and Under shaft says, “And not on Trade Unionism nor Socialism.” These passages would lead one to believe that Undershaft is preaching Socialism even though he is a millionaire. He also believes that if the workman is satisfied with prevailing conditions and hasn’t enough backbone to demand a better life, he should suffer the consequences. The model city Undershaft has built is one way of spending the profits rather than support some charity, and ift the end it does more good ae more people are helped. In Andrew Undershaft, Shaw has combined the millionaire and a man of socialistic views. “The Prince of Darkness,” as Cusins is fond of calling his future fatherin-law, appeals to me because there is a directness about him, a desire to an alyze the fundamental causes of the most deadly sin poverty. How true to tradition is the passage where Undershaft says, “In your Salvation shelter, I saw poverty, misery, cold and hunger. You gave them bread and treacle and dreams of heaven. I give them thirty shillings a week to twelve thousand a year. They find their own dreams; but I look after the drainage.” What a man! How honest he is with himself! A character truly worthy of George Bernard Shaw! Do not forget the July monthly meeting to be held the third Wednesday, July 16th, at 2441 Holly Street. Dearborn, at 7:30 p.m. sharp. Please try to bring your dues to this meeting and help your secretary get the report out in time. .Verhovayak Lapja Page 1 Lovable Love Lyrics By JOE VARGO Middlefield, Ohio Member of Branch 248, Monaville, West Virginia Due to the fact that this publicity has to go in earlier than usual, I will not be able to report anything definite about the Dearborn Hungarian School. To date, the only facts I have are that the school books and other supplies have arrived and the tentative date set so far is about the middle of July. The probable place where the school will be held will be the Neighborhood House on Mulkey, behind the Salina School. More of this as I get more news. The visit of Branch 395, McKeesport, Pennsylvania, has been postponed until later in the summer. NEW MEMBERS: Branch 429 welcomes Mr. and Mrs. Emlyn Holland (she was Mary Balogh), formerly of Scranton, Pa., now living in Ecorse. Mary and Emlyn shortly arrived to conquer the “big city,” or shall I say “Motor City”? Branch 429 has taken these young people under its wing and has made them welcome. They are cousins of our pre sident, George Kuritar, and they made their first home in Dearborn with the “Holly Street” Horvaths. Young Sherwood Emlyn Holland is one of our new Juvenile members. GOOD OLD U. S. A. From shore to sea, And sea to shore, A symbol of democracy, Three cheers for U. S. A.! Our politeness will delight you, We are happy and we are gay, Freedom rings much louder, In the good old U. S. A.! Our scenery will excite you, In the good old U. S. A., We have expenses for defenses, And so we’ve got security! When you see our banner wavin’, That good old red, white and blue, You will also be sayin’ I want to be a Yankee too,! And you will believe us when we say: We’ve a land of peace and plenty, There’s peace and frolic, we’re patriotic In our good old U. S. A.! (Use in whole or part forbidden.) LITTLE BOY BLUE I’ve been told that I’m as heaven sent as could be, But times I wonder if romance was ever made for me. Little Boy Blue awake from your sleep, Help me please do I’m just a little black sheep. Little Boy Blue blow your horn for me, Little Boy Blue find a romance for me, I keep trusting to my lucky stars above, 1 As I go hitch-hiking on the highway of love. Little Boy Blue I’m counting on you, Little Boy Blue help me make a dream come true! (Use in whole or part forbidden.)' SMOKE RINGS FROM YOUNGSTOWN Branch 364 After that bit of literary criticism, we shall go on to saner and humbler news. Can’t report very much so far in advance, but if you mugs will come to the meetings we could have some real fun, telling tales out of school and finding out what you all are doing. How about some vacation news for the next issue? Speaking of vacations, we all hope that our pal, Albert Jozik, has a wonderful time in dear old California, with Albert Steinmetz of “Sunkist Southern California” fame. I’ll be along with you, in spirit if not the flesh, and I won’t get too angry if you send me a card or two, Albert. Besides its too hot to write much, so until next issue I regain FiJUernally, THE FERRET.--------------O-----------Candles, formerly manufactured largely from beeswax in Germany, now are being made from paraffin and related brown coal derivatives. The members of Branches 364, 108, 21 and 514 of the Youngstown district of the Verhovay Association should take keen interest in the plans that are being formulated by these branches. With the combined efforts of our local branches and the cooperation of all the members, we hope to carry out our plans to erect a Verhovay home here in our city. The realization of this home would be a crowning achievement, since numerous organizations have tried and failed, as no doubt local residents will recall. It would be splendid to have our very own building in which to hold our busi ness meetings and social affairs, and where we could enjoy various other recreations. It seems that all other groups, namely, Polish, Slovak, Italian, Croation and so on down the line have been able to establish halls, homes and schools for their particular denominations, but we Magyars never reached such a goal, in spite of numerous attempts. There was a special meeting of members called at St. Stephen’s Hall on Sunday, June 22d, to discuss this particular matter. There was quite a fair attendance, and, what is more important, the younger generation was very well represented, which goes to prove that they are interested in what is going on and are taking active part in the affairs of their branches. My sincerest hope is that what our branches are planning will very shortly become a reality instead of a vague, hopeful dream. So let us Verhovayites of this district unite in this common cause and show the rest of our neighbors that we also can accomplish that which we have set our hearts on doing! I have learned that our fellow member, Frank Horvath, who was painfully burned, is convalescing, and " am sure that the members of Branch 364 will be happy to know that he is out of danger, and pin me to wish him well. The tennis team of the girls has been organized and practices have already begun. However, more girls are urged to turn out for practice than have hitherto shown up. Come on, girls, show the boys you can and will make a go of the tennis team as you did in bowling! Adios for the present. Fraternally, THE SILHOUETTE, Publicity Agent, INDIGESTION may affect the Heart Gas trapped in.-the stomach or gullet may act like i hair-trigger on the heart. 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