Verhovayak Lapja, 1946 (29. évfolyam, 1-52. szám)

1946 / Verhovay Journal

Page 4 Verhovay Journal Journal of the Verhovay Fraternal Insurance Ass’n OFFICE OF PUBLICATION 8502 West Jefferson Ave. Detroit 17, Mich. PUBLISHED SEMI-MONTHLY BY THE Verhovay Fraternal Insurance Association Managing Editor: JOHN BENCZE Editor: COLOMAN REVESZ Editor’s Office: 436—442 FOUR'TTT AVENUE PITTSBURGH 19, PA. Telephone: COurt 3454 or 3455 All articles and changes of address should be sent to the VERHOVAY FRATERNAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION 436 —442 FOURTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH 19, PA. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: United States and Canada ________________________$1.00 a year Foreign Countries _________________________________$1.50 a year ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT: P. O. BOX 7, WOOLSEY STATION — LONG ISLAND CITY 5, N. Y. Entered as Second Class Malier at the Post Office at Detroit, , Michigan under the Act of March 3, 1879. Happy Anniversary to Women’s Branch 361 Once upon a time ours was a man's world. There was no place for women in public life, the ex­clusive playground of the .proud male whose jealousy, carefully concealed under the hypocrisy of ‘gallantry’, kept the ‘weaker sex’ in the background where ‘protect­ed’ from the violent competi­tion in the struggle for survival, she could lead a ‘quite and re­laxed’ existence, happily satisfied with’her 'Sgentle’ tasks of scrub­bing, cleaning, laundering, iron­ing and cooking. . . Those where the days! And look where they got us . . . The same was true in social and friiternal life where women were granted the privilege of cooking and dishwashing for all banquets, while the men ‘toiled away’ at their meetings gravely deciding upon the future course of their societies . . . Times have changed, however, and the ‘weaker sex’ awoke to the realization that they could show a thing or two to the men as far as determination, suffer­ing, endurance, patience and per­severance are concerned... And eyqr since the women have kept on forging ahead in social, fra­ternal, public and national affairs and succeeded in convincing at least the more enlightened re­presentatives of the 'stronger sex’ that they have a definite con­tribution to make to the ‘better world’ which men had been ptedching, writing, talking, dream­ing and fighting about so often, so much and to so little avail...... Personally, we believe the world would be better off, if at least 50% of the delegates to the Peace Conference in Paris were women, for it is always the woman who succeeds where man fails, and it stands to reason that no one would be better able to make this hostile, dire, restless world of ours a happy home for all man­kind. than the Woman, the gracious, ingenious, blessed Home­maker of humanity . . . But let’s leave the sorry show of Paris and return to Cleveland, for it was there that we found the assurance of times coming when men and women will work side by side, equally sharing all the tasks, responsibilities, achieve­ments, successes and glories of building a world in which all that is best in men and women will be realized for the benefit of humanity . . . The Verhovay was not slower in granting women their just share in whatever is involved in fraternal life, than the rest of the world. In fact, the men of our Association were happy to see the Verhovay ladies advance toward higher participation in the man­agement of our affairs and they were particularly gratified when women wanted to organize branches of their own, for such branches were to afford a testing ground for the managerial and promotional capacities of our ladies . . . Only a few women’s branches had been organized up to this date, but these few have served plenty of conclusive proofs to the proficiency of the Verhovay ladies in fraternal affairs. Of course, many of our mixed branches pride themselves of hav­ing outstanding ladies among their leaders, but the women’s branches afford more than proofs as to the abilities of individual leaders, for they demonstrate the ability of women of forming a team, working together, helping one another, sharing in defeat as well as in achievement, and prov­ing that men’s brotherliness has nothing over women’s sisterliness, if there is a purpose sufficiently noble to inspire them to unity and cooperation, in which all the petty jealousies and small hates alleged to be parts of female nature, are sublimated in the highest purpose of the human spirit. Women’s Branch 361 of Cleve­land. O., has the distinction of having passed with the highest honors every test of fraternal aptitude. Organized only ten years ago, it has made itself a record for which its members can be envied by any branch. The exemplary orderlines and thoroughness of its management s a comfort to the members and a delight to the Home Office. Its social life always has been a rich source of pleasure, enjoyment and inspiration to the member­ship whose teamwork is acclaim­ed as one of the finest examples of fraternal cooperation. The cul­tural, patriotic, charitable and humanitarian activities of this branch have earned it the res­pect of the entire community. And in promotional work, Branch 361 stands among the most ac­tive and successful branches of the Association . . . Verhovay Journal October 9, 1946 In view of this magnifeent record, it is only natural tha^ Supreme President and Mrs. John Bencze decided to represent the 55,000 members of the Ver­hovay Fraternal Insurance As­sociation at Branch 361’s tenth anniversary celebrations of which MRS. GABRIEL SONKOLY, chairman of the Banquet and Publicity Committees, wrote the following report . . . THE BANQUET IS OVER, BUT ITS MEMORIES LINGER ON..... Memorial Ceremonies in Sharon.. PORTRAITS OF CPL. CHARLES NAGY AND M. M. 3/C JAMES KIBASH PRESENTED IN SHARON TO NEXT OF KIN Bereavement will break the strengest spirit unless it is upheld by the sympathy and loving kindness of understanding friends who, by sharing the sorrows of the bereaved, save them from the despera­tion of loneliness. Verhovay, the society of friends in need, was founded upon this basic principle sixty years ago and, ever since, the brothers and sisters united in the family of this association always considered it their first duty to sustain those who had lost their loved ones. The tenth anniversary Banquet and Dance of Women’s Branch 361, Cleveland, O., held on Sep­tember 22, Sunday, was a huge success. The banquet is over, but the happy memories of all the familiar faces from far and near Will linger on and remain with us for many years to come. MRS. GABRIEL SONKOLY opened the program by extend­ing a hearty welcome to the as­sembled guests and introducing the Master of Ceremonies, MRS. EMERY GAL, manager of Branch 361. “You are probably surprised — said Mrs. Gal — that a woman has been elected to serve as Master of Ceremonies for this occasion. But this is an experi­ment for which the membership of Women’s Branch 361 is re­sponsible. They wanted to see whether or not a woman is able to properly fill this role . . .’’ (Editor’s note: The Supreme President says that the experi­ment was very sucessful, because everyone present agreed that Branch 361 could not have made a better choice. If this was her first performance in the capacity of a Master of Ceremonies, the male old timer M.C.’s better look out. Mrs. Gal’s charming remarks, gracious introductions, finesse and pleasantness, were instrumental in the success of this event. Mrs. Sonkoly’s report also speaks in term of highest apprecation of Mrs. Gal’s out­standing performance, however, we feel that by quoting no lesser authority than the Supreme President, we are better able to do justice to her part in the program.) After the singing of the Amer­ican and Hungarian National An­them the REV. STEPHEN CSU­­TOROS, pastor of the Hungarian Reformed Church, offered grace. An excellent dinner was served and enjoyed by all. During the meal entertainment was furnished by vocalist Ju­lianna Szemeka, pianist Margaret Mezo, Accordian soloist Mary Hayde, dancer Ilona Andahazy and radio-tenorist Frank Szap­panos. Their excellent renditions and performances were received with great enthusiasm and endless applause by the appreciative audience. Following the dinner, MRS. WILLIAM MATE, President of Branch 361, extended in behalf of the membership of the branch her greetings to the huge au­dience. Hon. Thomas A. Burke, Mayor of Cleveland, could not at­tend due to his illness. He was represented by his secretary, EMIL BARTUNEK, who praised the members and officers of Branch 361 for their highly suc­cessful patriotic and civic ac­tivities. Then he adressed the young people urging them to train and prepare for the great task awaiting them when the in­stitution built by their parents and grandparents will be passed on to them. MRS. COLOMAN KOLOZS­­(Continued on Page 7) From near and far, Verhovayans and their friends gathered in the Hungarian Heme in Sharon, Pa., on Sunday, September 15th, to attend the memorial ceremonies conducted in honor of two fallen heroes of the Verhovay: Cpl. Charles Nagy, former member of Branch 26, Sharon, Pa., and M. M. 3/C. James Kibash, former member of Branch 171, Sharpsville, Pa. They came with veneration and sympathy in their hearts to humbly remember those who made the supreme sacrifice and console their bereaved families. They come to demonstrate Verhovay brotherliness to the mourning mothers and fathers or these heroes whose portraits had been presented to them on this occasion as tokens of the lasting sympathy of their fellow-members. The rising curtain revealed a glorified stage with flowers, bas­kets, banners and streamers surrounding the veiled portraits guarded by a sailor and an infantryman. Joseph Turner, Director, manager of Branch 108, Youngstown, O., delivered the welcoming address and introduced the Master of Ceremonies,District Manager Joseph Nemes. Miss Ilona Mészáros sang the National Anthem and then the Rev. Gabriel Fodor, minister of the Hungarian baptist church of Campbell, O., pastor of one of the fallen heroes, proclaimed the gos­pel of redeeming and comforting faith. Miss Louise Darko movingly recited a beautiful poem written for this occasion by District Manager Joseph Nemes. The Hon. J. Fred Thomas, member of the State-Senate, spoke of the noble tradi­tions of the Hungarian hussars and paid tribute to the heroes of branches 26 and 171 suggesting that the hometown of each should name a street in their memory. An appropriate guitar solo was rendered by Miss Ilona Griz and then the Hon. Myron Jones, Mayor of Sharon, a true friend of Amer­ican Hungarians, extended condolences to the bereaved families in behalf of the city. Miss. Ilona Majoros made a deep impressicn by her beautiful rendition of two songs. Her cultured voice and excellent delivery moved the audience to tears. Those observing the rapid develop­ment cf her talent, predict a great future to this charming vocal­ist who is known to many as the “Hungarian Nightingale of Ohio.” The Master of Ceremonies then introduced several of the out­­of-town guests: directors Jcseph Turner, Julius Macker (Detroit), John Korosfy (Alliance, O.), John Bencze Supreme President, Coloman Revesz, Supreme Secretary, Alexander Nyirati, member of the Auditing Committee (Steubenville, O.), Stephen Matassy, legal counsel of the Association( Youngstown, O.), district managers Nicholas Takacs (Detroit), Michael Simo (Cleveland), Dr. John Majoros and others. The officers of the First Hunganan Sic Benefit Society of Farrell, generous hosts to the memoria1 assem­bly, were also introduced and warmly applauded by the grateful audience. . The Rev. Father Jerome András, pastor of the Roman Catholic Church in Farrell, asserted that only by following the spirit of Justice can peace, liberty and equality be assured to all. The hero dead of the nation paid the admission for all of us to a better world of which humanity must not be deprived any longer. Miss Ilona Majoros gave an unsurpassable rendition of “Ave Maria” which was followed by the presentation of portraits by Supreme President John Bencze. At the end of his moving address, the portraits of Cpl. Charles tfagy and M. M. 3/C James Kibash were unveiled. The audience .everently arose as taps were sounded and the portraits received Dy the parents of the heroes. ager Joseph Nemes for this occasion, and then Steven Dobosy, President of Branch 26, expressed his thanks to the Memorial Com­mittee, the guests and visitors and all who attended the Ceremon­ies. The singing of the Hungarian Nationai Anthem ended the program. Special mention must be made of Miss Cecilie Pusztinger, a highly talented, versatile pianist, who furnished the piano accom­paniment to all the musical numbers of the program. Following the ceremonies the out-of-town guests and the honor guards were the guests of branches 26 and 171 at the Villa Nova where an excellent dinner was served. The Rev. Father Jerome András offered grace and Supreme President John Bencze, Hon. Mayor Myron Jones, Senator Thomas, Commander Fleckenstain, Supreme Secretary Coloman Revesz, Nicholas Takacs District Man­ager, John Korosfoy Director, Verhovay “Acknowledged” Thomas Kuti, manager of Branch 26, and Joseph Bumbulucz, President of Branch 171 spoke. The letter of the Rev. Stephen Fazekas, pastor of the Hungarian Reformed Church of Farrell, was read. Having been called out of town he deeply regretted that he could not at­tend the' Memorial Ceremonies. The good people of Sharon and Sharpsville are to be com­mended for their reverent and sympathetic attitude throughout the pregram. Thanks are due to the members of the Memorial Com­mittee for their great contribution to the impressiveness of the Ceremonies, and to all who appeared on the program and gave their best to the attentive audience. Due to their efforts the sym­pathy of Verhovayans found its way to the hearts of the sorrow­ing families.

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