Verhovayak Lapja, 1950 (33. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1950 / Verhovay Journal
October 18, 1950 The Ferret Sez (Continued from page 6) lovich and Comptroller Roger “Rod” Rogers, and they certainly did a grand job! Kitchen committee was headed by our two faithful old-timers, Mrs. Anna Horvath and Mom, who is Mrs. Daniel Rob. They were aided Saturday night by sister Mrs. Mary Horvath, Mrs. Genevieve Fisher and Mrs. Irene MacLeod. Since there was no bar to tend, or rather nothing but soda pop behind the bar, we were; amply served by the No. 1 Bartender, George Boonie. Funny, how there are some guys you can always count on! Mr. Daniel Rob and Mrs. John Krizán of Branch 36 took over the, Judge’s job of fining the grape robbers and Mr. Steve Csabi of Branch 36 made up the beautiful basket which, by the way, was auctioned off ito Mr. Peter Tóth of Branch 443, nephew of Mrs. Theresa László of that branch. Mom baked a birthday, cake, her donation, all decorated with pink and white frosting and lettered “Verhovay 429 — 15th birthday,” and it was won by Mr. Joseph Péntek of the Zöldvadász Picnic Grounds. The four officers, MacLeod, Marie, Rod and myself decorated the hall Saturday afternoon, and planned and hoped.... Oh yeah, my “Skipper” came down from the University of Michigan directly after the State game to take over the check room. That’s been the Skip’s job since he was high enough to see over the top of the counter. A great deal of credit must go to Miss Margaret Csábi of Branch 36 who rehearsed with the girls and one boy with just a few short weeks in which to whip up a presentable group. We certainly thank Peggy, because the kids looked sweet as pie that Saturday night. Thanks, kid, you’re wonderful! And now we list the beauties and one gallant lad who have always come to the aid of the 429ers at their Festival dances. 1 believe most of them belong to one or another Verhovay Branch — the Misses Leona Gero, Susan Patrici:, Lillian Vash, Delores Butzier Mary’ Ann Scalzo, Beatrice Chepko, Eleanor Varga and Eva Rohaly... and a special listing of my own 429 juvenile group — Edwina Horvath, daughter of sister Mrs. Mary Horvath: Sylvia, Horvath, daughter of brother Nicholas Horvath; Marlene Tatar, granddaughter of Mrs. Theresa Sara, whose daughter Margaret Sara has attended several Verhovay bowling tournaments; and last but never least, my own precious Larry Lucas, the only boy! These four third generation members are already participating in VFIA affairs and will continue to do so under gentle guidance •— BEWARE, whoever takes over — no brutal dictatorship will work with the modern AMERICAN juvenile members! Here, for a minute your ole Ferret wants to pause and point out the significance of one phase of the VERHOVAY FRATERNAL SPIRIT! The 429 group doesn’t exist merely as a branch where insurance is sold and collected. The branch doesn’t grow rapidly, true, and even when new members are secured they are usually finagled to some other branch. HRUMPH! But the ones who remain, remain because we are a group in ourselves; we do things together, from Grandma down to grandson and granddaughter. The feeling of Verhovay participation and consciousness of belonging to our association is instilled in the hearts of each generation, and the kids grow up knowing that Grandma, Mother and Dad. and they, themselves, belong to a. wonderful organization. They aren’t worrying about insurance as yet — they’ll have plenty of time for that! Verhovay Journal later, but they have a feeling of belonging somewhere, of learning new things, whether it’s Grandma’s traditions of the Hungarians, or the -Ability 'to pose and act and do things just a bit differently than the kids with whom they go to school. They learn to get along with adults in their own field of entertainment; they learn to understand common courtesy and adaptability to new situations. That’s why it’s so important to keep up that FRATERNAL SPIRIT, why it’s so important to instill in these young hearts that they have a job to take over when they grow up *that of being a considerate and conscientious citizen. Just having branch meetings is not enough — they must be made aware of their heritage.... just as my Dad made me realize that faithful devotion to the VFIA will make me a happier woman, just as my kids are learning from me, so that some day, perhaps, one of them may sit in that enviable position on the Board of Directors — (since it can’t be myself!). But you want to hear more about the celebration! As is customary at birthday celebrations, the members voted to send out tickets to various organizations for the use of their delegates. However, tickets were sent only to all of the Detroit branches, the Verhovay Club and the Szatmar Egylet. It was disappointing to realize that only three VFIA branches thought enough of us to visit (where is that FRATERNAL SPIRIT?), but those who attended were amazed that a group of young people could swing a crowd, especially at a place where brew could no be sold. (Did I spot; a touch of the green-eyed demon perched on a couple of shoulders?) District Manager Stephen Lukacs of Branch 36 and President John Bartus, Jr. came from branch 36 — officially, that is, because there was quite a large crowd of branch 36 members attending. Branch Manager Joseph Szabó, Mrs. Louis Korponay and Mrs. Charles Berghoffer represented Branch 443. Mr. John Knof, Mr. Steve Nemeth, Mrs. Michael Joo and Mr. Joseph Szabó came from the Verhovay Club. I thought that Mr. Nemeth was supposed to make the speech for the club, but guess who it was — yep, Mr. Szabó spoke not only for Branch 443, but also for the Verhovay Club. H’hmmmmm! I think that Branch 435 from Wyandotte was qlso represented, but they didn’t: make themselves known. However, their two tickets showed up aniont those who attended. Thanks, Wyandotte 435 — leave it to some of the smaller branches for that FRATERNAL SPIRIT! Anyway, despite the fact that your Ferret is in rather a sour mood, with a good cause as you’ll soon find out, the affair was a huge success, if not financially, then socially. And doggone it, WE DID HAVE OUR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION—WE DIDN’T HAVE TO CANCEL IT AS LARGER BRANCHES HAVE TO BECAUSE OF LACK OF COOPERATION. And we don’t have 1300 members either! Yeah, yeah, I know the article is longer than usual, but a branch doesn’t celebrate its birthday anniversary every month, or even every1 year. Besides, something else happened, something that is making me rather a proud female at present. At (he September meeting of the Board of Directors, those thoughtful and kindly gentlemen decided to present this old gal with the Degree of Illustrious Member for serving- in the capacity of Branch Manager for a full fifteen years. Proud? Yes, iso proud I could burst! However, I couldn’t make my acceptance speech with all the noise going on during- the presentation, which was made by Director Richard J. Phillips, accompanied by a grand speech; sincerely made by a man who knows what a tough struggle 'it’s been to keep independent in the face of severe opposition. By the time it was my turn to speak I was so furious that all I could do was smile, with tears in my eyes, and reserve my acceptance for my column. Remarks were made which had no bearing on the fact that at last a female could earn such a handsome award for unfailing and devoted pervice and sincere loyalty to the Verhovay F. I. Association. I was told to write the full speech, but I’ll! be darned if I do.! Some things are best left unsaid, as who should know better than your old Ferret whose collection of rejected and unpublished articles makes mighty fine reading — if you like satire, that is! Rather, I’ll make my reply here) p.nd you can all have an idea of the gist of the speech made by Branch Manager Joseph Szabó of Branch 443, who insisted upon making his speech before the Presentation speech was made by Director Phillips. When an individual can say that after fifteen years of existence the branch hasn’t grown enough to warrant its existence, and forg-ets that the size of one individual branch is not as important as maintaining on a highlevel the VERHOVAY FRATERNAL SPIRIT, then that individual can write his own speech!!! The VFIA ns a whole is growing, constantly, whether one branch remains a certain EXCLUSIVE size or not. Many members have been secured by this branch manager, but as I stated above, they have also been finagled to other br-anches. I don’t care abbutl that because they are still members. The important issue to remember is that, whether Branch 429 has grown to thousands of members or not, Detroiters know the VERHOVAY ASSOCIATION through the fraternal, social and sports contacts made by this small branch. We have managed to keep the name of the Association before the Detroit public — and in a complimentary light. Our officers and members are known for their fraternal and cooperative spirit, and anyone who has attended joint meetings and social affairs of the VFIA will acknowledge the fact that it isn’t quantity that counts, but QUALITY. The 429ers are a rare example of what can be accomplished by consideration of others, thoughtfulness and lack of the dictatorial aptitudes possessed by some. This dance held Sep-PAGE 7 tember 30 is our final tribute that- Quality membership,though rare, accomplishes miracles in the face of j ruinous defeat. Richard Phillips went on to say j that though Branch 429 hasn’t grown to gigantic proportions, the fraternal spirit abounding here has grown by leaps and bounds. Branch Manager Stephen Lukacs agreed along with Director Phillips, that the size of our little branch has not deterred us from making a name for ourselves in the VERHOVAY world. Thanks, gentlemen, a pat on the back is always easier to take than a kick' in the shins! As for myself, may I add again (that I’m deeply proud of the Degree of Illustrious Member which hangs above my desk, and even though my branch hasn’t grown to huge proportions, my members have grown in stature as good and cooperative citizens, and solid Verhovay fraternal enthusiasts. Whatever happens after December 31, 1950 when the new system comes in (thank goodness!); whether the branch is merged or can maintain its individual status, the National Officers, the Board of Directors and the membership in general can be-certain that Jolán Lucas. Illustrious Member, will keep on being just that — Illustrious, and a darn good example of a sincere fraternalist. Those of you who know me can also be sure that just because my job as Branch Manager will end this year that I null still be in there, fighting for the majority of my beloved organization. Even if the name is changed to something else, my first devotion will be one of SERVICE AND LOYALTY. Thank you., gentlemen of the Board of Directors for conferring upon me this great honor. Be assured that you may continue to depend upon me for anything which will make our Association bigger and better! Just one little item — met some swell second and third generation Verhovay member!* who recently joined branch 36. They are Mr. and Mrs. Steve Bartók and their adorable daughter Nancy (so thinks my Skipper!). Edith Bartók thought it. would be a good idea to have a Social Club in the Verhovay Associa- i tion. Sit tight, Bartoks, till the first of the year. I’ve got great plans and I I need the help of enthusiastic mem\ bers like yourselves, the Konkolys, j the Paychecks, etc. and so on. We’ll j have our Detroit chapter of a Verhovay Social Club — just let us get reorganized so that (he new organizing system of the VFIA will run its way a great deal more efficiently than in the past. "When we get j through, the Motor City will know that we have arrived and the publicity we receive will be in the Amer] ican newspapers where more and more prospects can be secured to join our association. Time’ll tell! So we come to the tail end of our little tale.... a final pat on the mighty shoulders of my ever loyal and faithful 429 members. Without you to back me up, I couldn’t have lasted as long as I did, and what(Continued on page 9) Distribution ofAssets i A • 12 to Funds Senior Order Trust Fund Junior Order TOTAL R.E. H.O. Bldg. Less Reserve .............. Mtge Loan A/C ..................................... 132,546.49 235,670.53 10.078.22 513,403.26 8,906,914.39 35,897.94 287,117.01 65,926.49 22,975.34 132,546.49 235,670.53 10,078.22 526,266.75 10,037,561.53 35,897.94 325,630.03 74,246.72 22,975.34 Loans and Liens ..................................... Bond A/C ................................................ Stock A/C ................................................ Cash A/C .................................................. 94,237.64 12,863.49 1,036,409.50 5,543.47 8,320.23 32,969.55 Machinery Less Reserve ........................ TOTAL ................................. JOHN SZALANCZY, National Treasurer $10,210,529.67 $108,101.34 81,082,242.54 JOHN SABO, $11,400,873.55 National Auditor
