Verhovayak Lapja, 1945 (28. évfolyam, 1-52. szám)
1945 / Verhovay Journal
October 10, 1945 Verhovay Journal Page 5 THE FERRET SEZ ‘There is a harmony in Autumn, and a lustre in its sky.” Percy—Bysshe Sheley. By Mrs. Jolán Lucas | ....in.. A VISIT IN ALLIANCE These zippy fall days add a zest to the ritual of living which compensates for the many disappointments humans have to endure. * # * Something new is added to your Ferret’s sheer joy of living.... after fourteen years of blissful existence as a housewife and mother-, I again tread the hallowed corridors of Wayne University—as a student. The keen anticipation for further knowledge, the curious questing into the mysteries of human nature, will re-oil the rusted workings of that unfathomable organ, my brain. Perhaps the time will even arrive when “The Ferret Sez” column will really be something to read with enjoyment, rather than filling two columns in the Journal. * * * Speaking of my beloved Journal ... at last we have the opportunity to discuss at will the problems and progress of this swell little paper. In the last issue, we were enriched with Johnnie “Dirk” Phillips’ suggestions, PLUS the added diplomatic and logical comments of our Editor. I thoroughly enjoyed the arguments presented by both sides, and even though I may disagree on some subjects, while heartily approving the suggestions offered by both parties, the discussions were illuminating. Since Ye Ed invites comments, yqur Ferret snaps at the opportunity, using this column rather than the Hyde Park, because my comments may run longer than required for use in the Hyde Park pages. Regarding the use of the Journal for pei-sonal publicity, that is, writing so-called “trivial news” of members, it will be noted that this type of publicity has nearly dwindled away. Nine years ago, when this versatile column was started, the pioneering contributors followed along with your old Ferret in telling you that Susie Smith had a baby, olthat Bob Jones shot a pheasant. Editorial changes and policies slowly educated THIS particular writer, anyway, into concentrating on news of general interest. When the space allowed for individuals was reduced to a minimum, I tried to follow along. If, at times, something which I had written was not up to editorial expectations, a diplomatic and tactful hint by the ‘ current editor was cheerfully taken, and the changes made. I learned a long time ago, through reading and studying Journalism, that a GOOD reporter always listens to his editor’s suggestions, even though, at times, he may inwardly rebel. After all, his superior knowledge is what made HIM Editor, and the reason why we struggle along as reporters and contributors. To make up for not having, as many personal items in this particular column, your Ferret decided some time ago to remedy the lack by suggesting a branch newspaper. We, here at Branch 429, are working on the idea now and hope that in the very near future our first issue will go out to all the members, incorporating many of “Dirk’s” ideas .... that is, we will have news of as many members as possible; we will try to encourage the teen-agers to take an interest in V. Fraternalism; we will even have a Kiddies’ Page with puzzles and stories for them, and, BY THEM. In a recent issue of the Journal, this writer went to great pains to outline the use and methods by which a little branch paper could widen the interest of the members. It wasn’t just a dream-castle, but is actually soon to become a reality, and we’ll let you know how it works out in retaining the interest of present members and coaxing non-mem bers into the Association. The main idea behind this local paper will be to arouse the younger, teen-age generation into partaking of the benefits and fraternalism of the VFIA, PLUS the ability to satisfy the yearnings ofT many would-be writers and l (Continued from Page 3) £, Counsel of the Association, and Mrs. Matyassy, William Sag, ..M.D., examining physician of the Verhovay branches . in Alliance, Mrs. Stephen Paul,, manager of Branch 129, Columbus, O., Elmer Novak and John Bandi manager, from Branch 64, Canton, O., Stephen Mikstay, manager of Branch 391, Mr. and Mrs. Vassy, the Rev. Frank Nagy,, all from Canton, Dr. Majoros, well-known dentist and hrs charming daughter, Ilonka, from Youngstown, O., John Mazalin Convention delegate, Louis Cincel, District Manager, Homestead, Pa., Joseph Nemes, recently appointed District Manager of District V., Sharon, Pa., Stephen Szalay, brother of the Vice-president from Cleveland, O., William Takacs, manager of Branch 91, Akron, O., Julius Jankó, Akron, O., the Rev. Kruscio, Alliance, O., and John Guszti, Massilon, O., all of whom drew great applause. Then the Directors of the Alliance Verhovay Home were presented by Mr. Simo: Martin Magyaros, chairman, Michael Székely, vice-chairman, Emery Sera, treasurer, Stephen Kozma, recording secretary, George Balogh, artists. Steven Mate, John Lakatos, comp Regarding the services of two | ^rollers, and Louis Murányi, Joj seph Denes,. Michael Buzogány, members of the House-Committee. A great ovation greeted George Toth, manager of the Home, whose untiring efforts had much to do with the success at" tained. John Kelemen of North Jackson received warm applause when he was introduced as the man who created the beautiful garden in the rear of the Home. A thunder of applause greeted Mr». Laslo Topscha who, with her lady helpers was responsible for the excellent dinner. re-write men to aid Ye Ed, I can safely add my nickel’s worth of information to the Editor’s comments. Naturally, as -a member of the Auditing Committee, we have a very good idea of the cost of the Journal, and the additional expense of two more men would naturally be a black mark against the present cost of publishing. By all means, let’s keep our Journal, and do such a good job of publicizing the Association that when the next Convention rolls around, we will not again endanger the loss of our paper because of its expenses. We need the Journal more than ever before in acquainting our members with the many benefits and social life which can be derived as a member of the VFIA. Last issue I wrote an article which told of the successes of past meetings in our Association. Members depended on each other for news of other members, they depended on each other for knowledge of the Association which they could get no other way. Nowadays, in our busy lives, we don’t even take time to go to a meeting, yet we DO like to know what’s going on in our own branch and also in other branches. Hence, the Joufnal! We like to know what’s going on when the Board of Directors have a meeting; we like to know what’s going on at the Convention; we like to read news of general interest in our fraternal paper. Hence, the Journal! Naturally, we want this Journal to satisfay as many people as possible, and in striving to do this AND keep expenses to a minimum, all manner of things have to be taken into consideration! It is interesting, and humorous, to note Ye Ed’s comments on “courteously worded rejections and well-meant suggestions”. It is difficult for your old Ferret to understand why ANY contributor would “hate the editor” for even changing the wording of some of their sentences. I have always been one to welcome suggestions by my superiors, whether they be Editors, Supreme Officers, or my Husband. After all, as I wrote last week, A loan of more than $7,000, was granted to this Home in 1939, and only six years were needed to repay this money. ' His warmly received address was followed by a musical number. Miss Ilonka Majoros rendered two beautiful Hungarian songs with excellent technique and deep feeling. She -was accompanied by Mr. Rettman, editor. VERHOVAY AWARDS PRESENTED. Soon we learned that the burning of the mortgage was only one part of the celebration. The Verhovayans of Alliance had more than one reason to be happy and proud. One of them was that Alliance has three fellow-members who were awarded the Verhévay “Acknowledged” title, the Silver Medal and the Citation , on this occasion. There are few American Hungarian colonies that pride themselves of several Verhovay Acknowledged members, but none of the size of Alliance ever had three outstanding protagonists of Verhovay fraternalism who were presented with these awards at the same time. Mr. Bencze, Supreme President, was the first speaker. He praised the excellent spirit prevailing now among the Verhovay members in Alliance, and the excellent leadership of the officers. It was the first time in his life — he said — that he was privileged to attend a mortgage-burning celebration of a Verhovay Home. “The man who is afraid of asking is afraid of learning’, and if we can learn more about our par ticular job or hobby, or if we c-an widen our knowledge of human nature by listening to a wiser person, we’d certainly be foolish to convince ourselves of a superiority we do not possess. If those contributors who are sincerely interested in the Association and the Journal will take the advice of more learned men than themselves, they will not lose by it. I have learned a great deal in the last few years of my fraternal work, and I’ll probably keep on asking and learning until I feel able to pass on my knowledge to those kids of mine, whose future is so important to them. One last thing, both “Dirk” and your Ferret believe in the future of our beloved Journal to such an extent that even if our withdrawal into the background becomes a necessity for its progress and success, we feel ourselves good enough sports to do so willingly. BUT, and it’s a big BUT, we will do so only after it is proved to us that better heads than ours are writing the articles of the contributors. Vice-president Joseph '.Szalay spoke first. He announced that the three fellow-members who were to receive these awards, had deserved this recognition by having secured during one year more than 75 members, all of whom are still members of the Association. With great respect he addressed Director Korosfoy, manager of Branch 369, whose outstanding merits included, in addition to the securing of many new members, untiring efforts on his part in behalf of the Verhovay Home in Alliance as well as loyal service to the membership of Branch 369. Tremendous applause greetec him as the Silver Medal and the Citation was presented to thi popular, well beloved man whe in return, made what was perhaps the shortest address ever de hevered by him. He said: “Than! you very much.” But all fel that these simple words conveyec much more than they expressed These four words were spoker like a vow of loyalty. Julius Macker, Director fron. Detroit, was the next speaker Applause interrupted his addres: when he said: “One who has a clear conscience, stands happily before the people and is glad tc fight for the truth!” He spoke oi the merits of Emery Sera, manager of Branch 189, who has contributed much to the success of the Verhovay Home: “This town knows what quarrel and dissension means — said Mr. Macker —and Emery Sera played a great part in the peaceful and happy social life that had been created here and which resulted in clearing ’ of all indebtedness praised by Mr. Ari, who, with a similar record to his credit, could well appreciate the work done by Mike Buzogány. Mr. Buzogány happily thanked for the honor bestowed upon him by the Board of Directors. But we hardly believe that he could have been happier' than the Verhovay audience which saw in Mr. Buzogány the true representative of second-generation fraternalists. His achievements prove that the second generation descendants of the founding fathers h'ave not only the ability, but also the willingness to follow the example of the builders of our Association. True ambition cannot be statisfied by working in a limited field, it ever strives for expansion. Fraternalism is not just sociability, it is a program for which new followers must be won continunally. Otherwise it shallows o a club-like existence which has nothing to offer to the rest of the Association and completely loses the sense of responsibility towards social challenges which is the fundamental factor in all fraternal activities. Fellow-member Buzogány has a clear vision of fraternalism in action and his record is a great comfort to those who are concerned for the future of the Ver hovay. The wives of the honored fellow-members were remembered with a bouquet of roses each, by the Board of Directors. They deserved the recognition for it is due to their unselfishness that their husbands could sacrifice their time to work for the advancement of the Association The first part of the program ended with a piano-solo by editor Rettmann. the beautiful Verhovay Home on this city.” Mr. Sera followed the example of Director Korosfoy, and replied with a warm “Thank you!”. Vice-President Albert B. Ari spoke in English for he addressed a second-generation fellow-member, to our knowledge the first Verhovay member of the second generation to receive this award. Michael Buzogány, a member of Branch 369, has brought many new members into the Verhovay family and his successful efforts were sincerely ALLIANCE SUPPORTS RELIEF-MOVEMENT. Mr. Simo announced that the second part of the program will be the presentation of a check to the Relief Movement. Emery Sera, manager of Branch 189, treasurer of the local Relief Committee, and Director Aloysius Falussy, chairman of the Executive Committee of the American Hungarian Relief, Inc., stepped, to the microphone. With a few simple words Mr. Sera presented a check to Mr. Falussy who, upon popular demand, spoke in Hungarian expressing his gratitude in behalf of the unfortunate people of Hungary. “I speak broken Hungarian — said Mr. Falussy — but let me ask you this question; Who is a Hungarian? Is it the one who was born overthere? Is it the one who speaks Hungarian the language? No, a Hungarian is one who has a Hungarian heart. And Alliance can be proud because many a Hungarian heart beats in this city. There aren’t more than some eighty Hungarian families here . . . yet these few people understood the sufferings of the Hungarian people. They donated 1411.40 dollars! I can hardly describe what I feel . . . Fifty men and women worked here . . . some of them can’t even speak Hungarian, but they have a Hungarian heart because they, too, fought for the freedom• that is the only desire of the Hungarian people! You hear a great deal of gossip about the relief-movement. Let me assure you that it is just ma(Continued on Page 8)
