Verhovayak Lapja, 1943. január-június (26. évfolyam, 1-25. szám)

1943-02-11 / 6. szám

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Verhovay ah Lapja.

LET TRUTH BE UNCONFINED

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BRANCH 503, CHICAGO

Unbounded courage and compassion joined proclaim him good and great, and make the hero and the man complete.

—ADDISON

Frank Hodits, Seaman 1st Class, visited his parents here while on a two-weak furlough. Of the many interesting and breathtaking events to which he was eye-witness, duty bound to the North

African battlefield particularly accounted for plenty of action----It was certainly nice that you visited us, Frank, and may God be with you wherever you may go.

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Staff Sergeant John Bodnar and his wife, Mrs. Bodnar, were visiting with their parents during the recent holiday season. They sent word of regret for not being able to visit their many friends. SS John Bodnar is stationed in Florida, his wife residing at the Royal Gables Apartments, 1023 Lennox Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida. If Johnnie is too occupied with studies, how about a word or two from you, Eleanor?

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Our ex-Junior Secretary’s (former Anne Talaber) husband, Sergeant Frank Grebenar, was reported to have left for an unknown destination shortly after the first of the year and hasn’t as yet been heard from. We sincerely hope to get some news about him from Anne.

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Pvt. Joe Varga (1937 W. Superior St.) stationed in Florida, promised Secretary Balogh to send a picture real soon and we’re hoping he keeps his word.

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Another man carrying the famous VARGA name left for camp. He is Pvt. Charles Varga, Jr., who resided at 2007 W. Huron St. Charley is supposed to write something about himself the next time we appear in print.

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Corp. Joseph Hodits, also on “leave” recently, visited with his sister Mary. Apparently he was too busy to visit others, from what we learn, inasmuch as his attentions were confined mostly to his gal — — and rightfully so, for he has a charming young girl friend. Do we hear any wedding bells-------------soon?

Another military man to visit Chicago was Sergeant Paul Szabady, hailing from Camp Lee, Virginia. Pali saw his brother, Andrew, as well as friends in South Bend, Indiana, and considers himself rather fortunate at having an opportunity to cone home every so often.

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Secretary Balogh is sort of disappointed that Sgt. Joseph Petti, also in town recently, didn't keep his word to visit the Secretary. Joe probably had so many visits to make that he couldn’t be around everywhere.

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Theresa Stefely (1882 W. Huron Street) underwent a serious operation recently, but is reported home and getting along nicely. We hope she will have fully recovered her health by the time this appears in print.

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It is with regret that we learn of the passing of Anne Horvath’s (6121 Seminole Avenue) mother after a prolonged illness and being confined to hospital care. To the Horvath family we extend our sympathy and condolence in their bereavement.

STABILITY

PROGRESS

Careful, conservative and sound Investments assure the STABILITY of Verhovay’s funds and securities, thereby giving full confidence to members and prospective members.

Verhovay’s encouragement and promotion oi social movements within and among its branches is in keeping with the spirit of true FRATERNAL ISM.

With its assets making sizable gains yeai after year and its membership increasing by leaps and bounds. Verhovay sees before itself a definite future which spells PROGRESS

SOCIABILITY rather than frowned upon is regarded as essential to the well-being of Ver hovay life and activities.

SOCIABILITY

FRATERNALISM

VERHOVAY FRATERNAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION

345 FOURTH AVE. PITTSBURGH, PA.

Ann Csontos again is Houston bound! Houston, Illinois? Nah.

Texas? Yeah. She wants to “visit the baby”-----------that is, her

sister’s (Mrs. McLain) precious little youngster who is starting to walk in the crib. We hope, Ann, that in your travels you won’t forget a couple of souvenirs. Texas should provide you with innumerable souvenirs to appease the thirst of your collectionseeking friends.

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Juniors from Harrison Technical High School recently were warned by the faculty that “no eccentric dancing” (jitter-bug stuff, you know) would be allowed at the Junior Prom given at one of Chicago’s most fashionable hotels, the Edgewater Beach. Agnes Csontos, our worthy member, was disappointed no end — — — but she went there nevertheless. It paid dividends. Russ Morgan and his orchestra were struggling with non-eccentric specialties when good old Russ announced: “Here’s Mr. Five by Five, you Harrison Juniors!” A mad scramble ensued, Agnes participating. She and three of her friends were especially noticeable for the two couples were jitterbugging in perfect unison. However, at the following dance number the “waytahs” tapped them: “Waltz, my buddies, waltz!”

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The NEW YEAR'S EVE affair sponsored by Branches 164 and 503 was a success both financially and otherwise. Rainbow Hall, 333 W. North Avenue, was the scene of an enjoyable evening, with the hall filled to more than capacity. Secretaries Kunstadt of 164 and Balogh of 503 served as wardrobe clerks, bartenders,

watchmen and such other duties that they had to do-------------for

some of those designated to assist could not be there... defense work comes first! Even Vincié Varga seemed orphaned from his wife, for he worked behind the bar all evening. Anyway, a word of appreciation to all those who helped to make this a success.

And in order to insure a supply of coffee, Secretary Balogh swiped the last pound of coffee from his wife. We are still waiting to hear what Mrs. Balogh had to say of her husband’s patriotic deed.

THE SCRIBE OF KŐSZEG.

Dearborn chatter!

This, my first article, is dedicated to the memory of Ernest Lada, an active member of Branch 36, who so valiantly died at New Guinea, on December 26th. Many of the Journal readers knew him from the articles that he wrote for the above mentioned branch, and which he signed, Just Ernie. A member of both the bowling team and baseball team, he also devoted much of his time to club activities. He was, indeed, a true member of the Verhováy family, and his willingness to co-operate, his gentleness, and kindness, will long be remembered.

Ernie is gone, but he will never be forgotten.

At the January meeting of Branch 429, many important things were discussed and plans for the year were made. Our president, John Fisher, made several suggestions in regards to raising money for the treasury, and personally I think he has something there. The branch is always eager to accept suggestions, which tend to make even more concrete our present activities in fraternalism, so we urge all the members to attend the meetings, and to partake in our discussions. *•

In the way of entertainment, one of the first things we planned (thanks to Mrs. Mary Horvath’s suggestion) was an OLD FASHIONED SLEIGH RIDE for January 31st. We had 20 days of snow in January, so it’s no wonder, that each and every one of us was anxiously awaiting the big day. But sorrow of sorrows, what happens on the selected day? Yes, it RAINED, much to our regret. But don’t worry, Mary, we are looking forward to the ride, at a future date, and even if the weather doesn’t permit us to have a sleigh ride, we can always have a hayride. (Spring is just around the corner, so most likely it will be a hay-ride.)

The Ferret, our bowlinj captain, has 5 girls all excitec about the National Verhovaj Tournament, which is expectec to be held in Pittsburgh, ir March. Yes, we’re all lookup forward to the Tournament, anc we’re keeping our finger: crossed, hoping that it will b< held, but in the event that it ii cancelled for the duration, : believe I can speak for all th< bowling teams, when I say w< won't be too disappointed, because we will all be looking forward to the day when th< world is at peace, and whei our boys return to their home; and their loved ones, then wi can have a bigger and bette tournament.

FLASH:

Our worthy member, Helei Zakar, has recently taken thi oath of the WAAC, and withii a few days will be sent to i training center, for basic training Helen is the first Dearbor] female Verhovay member t volunteer, but according t rumors, she will not be the Iasi Branch 429 is proud, Helen, ani conveys their best wishes h your new endeavor. The Zaka home will display 3 stars in th window, since two of Helen’ brothers are all ready in th armed forces, serving ou Country.

Joe Bartko, our ever faithful scorekeeper, has returned to Me Keesport, Pa., and this week he informed us that he wasn’t coming back. Too bad, Joe, we’ll miss you!

MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE:

Branch 429 will hold its monthly meeting on February 21st at 2 o’clock, in the Verhovay Home. All members are urged to attend.

Until the next issue, in which I hope to have more to report, I remain

Fraternally,

MARIE GALLOVICH

February 11, 1943

Echoes from Lorain

BRANCHES 17—372

“Where Coal and Iron Meet”

As we go into the fourteenth month of that never forgotten day, the attack of Pearl Harbor, we often wonder where destiny will leave those of us who are left.

What will happen to the lands of all nations? What, especially, will happen to ours?

As most people will remember, here’s the price Germany paid, after President Wilson wrote “finish” to the participation of the United States in the bloodshed of the last world war.

On the same platform from which he called for a declaration of war against the Imperial German Government, he read the terms of the armistice which halted hostilities that memorable day of Nov. 11th.

To a joint session of Congress he explained what had been done.

Belgium, France, Alsace Loraine and Luxemburg were to be evacuated within fourteen days.

The German armies were to be evacuated from the left bank of the Rhine, that territory to be administered by the Allies

On the east the German armies were to be withdrawn within the pre-war boundries of Germany.

The Russian and Roumanian treaties with Germany were to be abrogated by the terms of the armistice.

The naval demands called for the surrender of submarines and all grades of warships.

The armistice held for a term of thirty days, with the privilege of renewal. The President also assured Congress Germany cannot renew the war, if she found herself so inclined.

That was the armistice of November 11th, 1918.

The good old American morale seems to be hitting on all twelve cylinders.

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A man goes into a restaurant for a meal now with the same feeling in his heart that he used to have when he accompanied his wife to an automobile showroom.

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In November of 1918, a local newspaper quoted: Forty years hence, if Germany lives right in the meantime, it may be safe to trust her — keeping one finger on the trigger.

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“Unconditional surrender” may not sound good in German.

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IN LINE

I stood in line to join and now

I stand in line for mess;

I stand in line for everything

I get, almost, I guess.

And when I do go back again,

When Old Bill’s dream has burst,

I’ll stand in line to kiss my girl,

Perhaps, and that is worst.

ALEXANDER C. PETHO Publicity Agent.-------------------V-----------------USUAL ANSWER

Polly: “Frank asked me last night how old I was.* Molly: “What did you teU him?”

Polly: “A lie.”