Verhovayak Lapja, 1943. január-június (26. évfolyam, 1-25. szám)
1943-03-25 / 12. szám
March 25, 1943 THE HOMESTEAD MERRY-GO-ROUND------------------------ BRANCH 430 ------------------------------------------------------Verhovayak Lapja. Br.356 Member of the 32-nd Division Decorated by Gen. McArthur ___________________________________ Page S SPORTS I do believe there are many Verhovay bowlers and sports enthusiasts the country over, who are anxiously awaiting the results of the Directors meeting in Pittsburgh, the week ending March 20th, 1943. Probably, in my next column and maybe, my last, I will offer my views on the actions taken by the Board of Directors in regard to the District Bowling Tournaments. I PITTSBURGH SIDESHOW Another year passes by and another opportunity for the loyal American-Hungarians of the Homestead District to show their true American spirit and privileges. The March 15th holiday customarily celebrated by Hungarians throughout the world was not observed in our own Homestead District for about the 4th year in a row. Dawgonit, if my status were somewhat more defined, I possibly would have taken it on myself to put through a program for the benefit of our American-Hungarian friends in the Homestead District. Pittsburgh and other towns in this area held celebrations of their own, and they were especially well attended. Then, too, Gov. Bricker, of Ohio in his recent proclamation called for a Hungarian Freedom Day on March 15th. But we in Homestead and surrounding districts continue in our lethargic stage. THE WIFE TAKES OVER Yes, it really happened and I’m tickled pink about the whole thing. The wife has shoved me out of the Secretary Treasurer’s job and I find myself just an ordinary member. The battleax (Excuse me, my dear) has taken over the books, ledgers, forms, and the checking account at the local bank. Last Saturday, March 20th, she held out in the fortress all alone, “Ann’s Flower Shop” on 8th Avenue, Homestead, Pa., and seemed well pleased with the results. Those who have not taken care of their insurance premiums please get them to her at 116—21st Avenue, Munhall before the end of this month. She plans to be at Ann’s Flower Shop again on Saturday, April 3rd. Between 6:30—9:00 P. M. HOMESTEAD WANDERINGS I was down to see Mrs. Grove on Ann Street recently, and it appears as though we will have a new Verhovay member in the person of Mrs. Grove -------------at least I’m hopin ■— — — young master Robert Richard Wick of McClue St., Homestead, celebrated his 3rd birthday last month, and I understand it was quite an affair — — — in attendance were Richard, Rudolph and Stephen Suto, Ferdie Koletar, Jr, and of course a bevy of young ladies — — — cake and ice cream with all the trimmings were served the young guests — — — met for the first time Mr. Kohut BY WILLIAM C. KOHUT Miss Edith Ann Sakocy, three months of age, and a darn nice looking young lady — — — Poppa Jim and Mom Ann no doubt have their hands full taking care of all Edith’s demands------------find Henry B. Lässige, III, somewhat shy but I believe he’ll get over that in a few years ---------------Grandfather is none other than Mr. Bert Kuhn, one of the Verhovays long term directors--------— it seems as though I’ll have to get around and meet a few more of my juvenile members — — — the kid sister, Edith Ann Kohut done herself proud the other day by bringing home a report card showing nothing but' “A’s”. Of course, I was mighty glad to see this and saw to it that a just reward was made-----------now let’s take a quick trip around the Pittsburgh District and see what is happening here and there — — — Julius Hibo, South Side, was home for a couple of days here several weeks ago — — — understand Jules looks quite well and is enjoying his training in the Army — — — Lt. Julius Kasmer as well as 2nd Cl. Petty Officer Stephen Kasmer were both home at the same time last week------incidentally, Steve observed his 25th Birthday on the 15th of March — — — congratulations, Steve — — — they left town Friday morning by automobile for Norfolk, Va., and then North Caroline to meet up with Brother Joe, the Marine, and then back to Julius’ station------brother John Kertes they tell me is preparing to enter the Armed Forces sometime next month —--------Zig Ladanyi really took a walk recently, and it lead right up to the altar------yes, he married Miss Hallet two weeks ago in Virginia —-------have been told that Corp. Albert Jozik be home within a few days, possibly for the week-end or then some five, six days or more we hope — — — if all goes well, next month this time should find your lowly reporter in a different type of a suit, possibly a khaki one, I believe — — — my coming article will be longer and more complete — — — more about everybody. IMPRESSIONS AND REFLECTIONS Our good friend The Ferret and her entourage, were some of those who were immensely disappointed upon cancellation of bowling tournament. Jolán Lucas was but one of the many hard working Verhovay bowlers aiming for competition in the National Verhovay Bowling Tournament in Pittsburgh. But it was not to be. It’s tough but so is war. I hope that Jolán has her wish to compete in a tournament in Pittsburgh, March of 1944. Here’s hopin’. I’ll see you around the first of next month, I hope. 116—21st Avenue Munhall, Penna. Uncle Sam's Verhovays STEPHEN G. TOTH Stephen G. Toth, 1217 Kirkpatrick Ave., North Braddock, Penna., is now in the U. S. Navy. He is a member of Branch 89, Homestead, Penna. ZOLTÁN A. ERDÉLYI Private Erdélyi was drafted last December. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Erdélyi of 1530 South Kendall Street, South Bend, Indiana. He is a member of Branch 434. The institution of insurance is the most extensive cooperative movement devised by man. Andy Heck’s Heroism Saves 7 Men in New Guinei Sector By R. J. PHILLIPS Imagine, if you will, sitting by your radio listening to a routine news broadcast over one of the local stations, when suddenly “Among those decorated witH the Silver Star for gallantry and heroism was Pvt. Andrew J. Heck of River Rouge, Michigan. His resourcefulness, coolness and utter disregard for personal safety saved the lifes of 7 of his comrades during a Japanese air attack. Pvt. Heck is a member of the 32nd JRed Arrow Division”. Up until this moment no word had been received from Pvt. Heck regarding his decoration. la fact, no mention was ever mads by him of any action. Although details are not forth* coming, it is known that Pvt. Heck was in the thick of the fight in the New Guinea-Buna Mission Sector, and the particular action for which he was decorated with the Silver Star occurred nea£ Dobadora«n December 28th. Pvt. Heck is a member of the 102nd Medical Corps, and was on an airstrip with seven wounded men whom he was evacuating to a base hospital. Japanese planes attacked. Pvt. Heck quickly drove a jeep between the litters of wounded and transport plane, shielding the wounded from shell fragments and strafing. He also pushed a second jeep, which was stalled, into place, thus affording more protection, and stayed with his wounded during the 7 minuta air attack. (j Pvt. Heck was a very active member of Br. 356 and was it* auditor for 2 years, as well as chairman of various committees. He entered the service on April 11, 1941; going overseas in April 1942. He was next heard from in Australia and was later transferred to New Guinea with his Medical Battalion, where he stayed until the final rout of the Japanese army from this sector. i Word has just reached us that he has now been returned to Australia for a well-earned rest. .Í Pvt. Heck is a graduate of River Rouge High School where h* was a star athlete, winning letters in football, baseball and basketball. He also attended Wayne University, majoring in medicine and earned his tuition by working in his father’s barber shop. Hv is how 25 years old. 4 We are proud of Pvt. Andy Heck’s accomplishment and fervently hope he will be home with us soon. So far as we know, he is the only soldier of Hungarian parentage to be decorated on the field of battle in this war. v Pvt. Andrew J. Heck ANDREW TOTH Sgt. Andrew Toth, of 317 Dickinson St., Fremont, Ohio, is in a bombardment squadron in Texas. He has been a member of Verhovay since he was a child. He is a member of Br. 227, Fremont, Ohio. JOSEPH CSIGI Pvt. Joseph Csigi, member of Br. 174, Scranton, Penna., is now serving in the U. S. Army. lj Buy War Bonds
