Verhovayak Lapja, 1951 (34. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1951 / Verhovay Journal
May 16, 1951 NEWS From The Field TO THE CONTRIBUTORS AND CORRESPONDENTS The next edition of the Journal will be published on Wednesday, June 20th, 1951. News items and brief announcements ■»ill be accepted for publication in that issue until closing date, June 13th. Articles and similar contributions for that issue must reach the editor’s desk no later than June 7th. Contributions, if possible, should be typewritten, on one side of the paper only, double spaced and not exceeding 800 words. Contributions must be signed by the author. Address all contributions to Verhovay Journal, 436 Fourth Avenue Pittsburgh 19, Pa. LORAIN-ELYRIA, O. Branches 17 and 107 NEW DISTRICT MANAGER This is to inform the members of branches 17, Lorain, O., and 107, Elyria, O., that MR. ANDREW J. KOVACH, District M/.nager, has been appointed to the District Office of Lorain and Elyria, O. Mr. Kovach assumed his position on April 23rd. All the officers and members of the branches are requested to cooperate with him in every possible way for the good of the Association and the membership of these branches. The usual office hours are maintained at the District Office, 2938 Pearl Avenue, Lorain, O., where Mr. Kovach, District Manager, is rendering efficient and friendly service vo Papp to Mr. Lukacs with the warmest expressions of friendship and appreciation. Both honored officers expressed their sincere thanks to Branch 36 for the generous tribute, assuring the members of their increased devotion in discharging the tasks entrusted to them. INTRODUCTIONS A congratulatory telegram from Director Colo man Kolozsvary of Cleveland, 0., was read by Director Phillips. A letter of greetings from John A. Hornyak, director, of Farmington, W. Va., was read by Mr. Lukacs. Both messages were warmly applauded. Vice-President Julius Macker, then introduced the notabilities and out-oftown guests, among the latter a delegation of six, lead by Louis Mazik, President, and Mr. Varga, Manager, of Branch 214, Flint, Mich., and Mr. Julius Kerekes, Manager of Branch 27, Toledo, O., all of whom expressed their good wishes to the celebrating branch, and Mrs. Henry Rettmann, wife of the Field Manager. Congratulatory sentiments were expressed by Charles Bone ef the Hungarian Reformed Church, John Sarkadi of St. John’s Hung. Greek; Catholic Church, David Pastor of Branch 189 of the Woodmen of the World, Michael Tarr of the Transsylvanian Hungarian Federation, Joseph Szabó, District Manager of Br. 443, Leslie Nyiri, President of Branch 500, Mrs. Jolán Lucas former Manager of Branch 429, George Laytos, Manager of Branch 511, Geza Somogyvary, Director of the American Verhovay the membership in all matters pertaining to the business of the Association. The Home Office extends its best wishes to District Manager Mr. Kovach for much success in his endeavour to further the advancement of the Association and to render satisfactory and helpful service to the membership. The members of Branch 107, Elyria, O., also will please note that Mr. Vincent Farkas, 537 Turner St., Elyria, O., serves as Branch-President, Treasurer and Sick Visitor. This information has been omitted from the election listings by mistake. THE HOME OFFICE. BEAVER FALLS, PA. Branch 39 INVITATION TO PICNIC All members and friends of the Verhovay are cordially invited to a Hungarian picnic, sponsored by Br. 39, to be held on Saturday, June 30th, at the Wise’s Grove, from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission is 50 cents. Music will be furnished by Arpad Nagy and his popular orchestra. Food and refreshments will be served at reasonable rates. Everybody is invited. DAN MOZEg, President JOHN NAMATH, Vice-President MARTIN SZELES, Manager NEW YORK, N. Y. Branch 48 VERHOVAY DAY On Sunday, June 24th, a Verhovay Day Picnic will be held by Br. 48 at the Bronx Magyar Park to which not only the members of Branch 48, but all the members and friends of the nearby branches are cordially invited and it is hoped that our fellowmembers in these branches will avail themselves of the opportunity to become better acquainted with the New life Insurance Association of Bridgeport, who also spoke for the Verhovay Club, Bela Kolos, editor of the Detroit Hungarian News, the Kis Dongo and the Hungarian Miners’’ Journal. Also introduced were the committees in charge of the affair: Frank Perlaki and Caspar Papp, reception committee; Joseph Heck and Joseph Szegi, ticket takers; Stephen Toth and Miss Ilona Lukacs, cashiers; i John Denes and John Tcth, refreshments; lunch-ticket sellers Joseph Heck, Caspar Papp, Joseph Szegi, Joseph Laszlocsky and Zoltán Dicső; and the cooks: Mrs. Stephen Lukacs, Mrs. Frank Perlaki, Mrs. Steve Ferko, Amelia Gross, Mrs. Stephen Jozsa, Mrs. Andrew Nellinger, Mrs. Balint Toth, Mrs. Louis Vasas, Mrs. Alex Horvath, and finally, the waitresses: Mrs. John Bartus, Mrs. Stephen Gereb, Mrs. John Toth, Viola Chonko, Margaret Lukacs, Mary Szabó, Margaret Kish, Elizabeth Kish, Pearl EIo, Goldie Marton, and Mary Ann Marton. CEREMONIES CLOSE After the introductions, Mr. Peter ; Tcth, also a recent immigrant and a new member of Branch 36, gave a fine rendition of vocal selections and, then, Mr. Frank Perlaki, Vice-President of Branch 36, also one of the recently joined new members who came to the United States from a D.P. camp in Europe, thanked the audience and closed the ceremonies. During intermissiorfk and at the dance following in the evening, the popular orchestra of Joseph Balint furnished the music. Hundreds attended the dance in the evening and a good time was enjoyed by all. Journal York membership. Splendid entertainment has been provided for the Verhovay Day in the Bronx Magyar Park at which it is hoped that National President John Bencze, invited by the Branch, also will honor us with his presence. Admission is 60 cents if tickets are purchased in advance. At the park admission will be 75 cents. JOSEPH TOMA, Field Supervisor. HOMESTEAD, PA. Branch 89 NEW MANAGER ELECTED This is to inform all members of Branch 89 that the management of the Branch has been assumed by Miss Olga Elek, 4023 Eliza St., West Mifflin, Pa. The members are requested to pay their dues to Miss Elek and to contact her in all matters pertaining to the business of the Association. JOHN ELEK, President. OMAHA, NEBR. Branch 278 A SPLENDID MEETING The members of Branch 278 in Omaha, Nebr., attended a splendid meeting in April, when many constructive recommendations were made for the advancement of fraternal and j social activities. An exceptionally cordial atmosphere prevailed throughout the meeting which greatly encouraged the branch-manager in his hopeful outlook for future operations designed to increase our membership in Omaha and to enrich their lives by the benefits and advantages of an increasing variety of fraternal activities. In this endeavour, a Branch- Manager can succeed only if there is harmony and understanding between the members of the branch and if they lend their wholehearted cooperation to the Manager in his unceasing efforts for the good of the membership and the Association. CASPAR KUTI, Manager. COLLIERS, W. VA. Branch 452 A NOTE OF THANKS Again I wish to extend my sincere thanks to my good fellow-members who, when it became known that I suffered a serious automobile accident PAGE 3 in December, 1949 as a result of which I am unable to make my regular rounds fcr collections, immediately cooperated with me by remitting dues for 3, 6, 12 and even more months in some instances. In my unfortunate situation it is impossible for me to practice such courtesies as I did in the past, to help out my fellow-members. I would like to request every member of my branch, therefore, to assist me in my task by remitting the dues, as soon as they become due, but no later than the 25th of each month, when I have to remit all monies collected to the Home Office. The continued courtesy and cooperation of the good members of Branch 452 is sincerely appreciated. DENNIS PALFALVY, Mgr. MISSING IN ACTION PAUL A. LASSAN Paul A. Lassan, a member of Br. 349, Weii'ton, W. Va., all of whose family are members of the Association, was reported missing in action on December 2, 1950. No further news had been received since by his anxious parents who received the above photo from his last summer with the dedication, “To my Dad, always your son, Paul, June 30, 1950.” We sincerely hope that the anxiety of his good parents will soon be relieved by hopeful tews. REINSTATEMENTS — MARCH 31. 1951 SENIOR ORDER. FROM LAPSED: 2 Suskie Frank L., Suskie Michael L.; 17 Kuzak Andrew S.; 37 Johnson Mrs. James; 43 Benko Margaret; 45 Kullman Edward; 76 Barnett Mrs. John; 138 Bodnar James Jos., Bodnar William J.; 168 Brickler Mrs. John; 342 Parrilli Mrs. Frank; 361 Molnár Mrs. Gabriel; 376 Berger Leo; 503 Szabady Mrs. Paul; 525 Oziminski Joan. FROM EXTENDED: 10 Fodor István, Jr.; 14 Gothard Mrs. Paul, Hurguj Mrs. Gabriel; 17 Bota Peter, Kalló Louis (2), Odor Alexander, Jr., Odor Mrs. Alexander, Szabó Mrs. Stephen, Szabó Valeria A., Thompson Mrs. Lola, Thompson Lola; 36 Kun Mrs. Andrew, Stanko Mrs. John; 37 Soley Mrs. William; 40 Fridgyes Charles, Provezies Mrs. Gus; 43 Benko Bertha, Benko Elizabeth, Benko John, Benko Joseph, Jr.; 45 Nagy Sándor, Scarpelli Mrs. A.; 48 Fieckenstein Stephen; 85 Szallay Frank, Jr.; 90 Apgar Mrs. Paul, Weber Dolores, Weher William; 96 Fields Claude N., Fields Mrs. Norris, Griggs Mrs. John; 138 Stanley Mrs. Frank; 164 Desits Agnes; 172 Pintye Louis: 219 Lira Gabriel, Lira Mrs. Gabriel; 249 Simon Louis; 289 Bencsics Edward P.; 303 Dinga Paul; 342 Marks Charles F.; 345 Nemeth Imre József, Nemeth Janos; 361 Hriczo Mary; 366 Moses Theresa; 376 Fehervary Lillian, Fehervary Mrs. Mary; 383 Esene Andrew, Halasz Mrs. Michael; 417 Repas John; 475 Hartman Mrs. Gideon, Milbucher Mrs. F.; 500 Recchia Mrs. Mich.; 511 Horvath Stephen, Nemeth Eleanor E.; 514 Holecz John; 525 Demo Michael, Molnár Charles, Oziminski John, Oziminski Mrs. John, Rosta Bela, Szanyi Albert D., Szanyi Mrs. Dezső. JUNIOR ORDER. FROM LAPSED: 14 Kovatch Joseph F.; 91 Selepec Katherine; 133 Moser Joyce Marie; 138 Bodnar Antoinette, Bodnar Eugene, Bodnar Francis. Bodnar George, Bodnar Joseph, Bodnar Robert, Bodnar Thomas; 208 Kish Andrew, Jr., Toth Andrew; 219 Lira Gabriel. Jr.; 264 Toth Shirley; 376 Dechmerowski John, Visziay John D.. Viszlay Lois Ann, Viszlay Mary Ellen; 383 Dobso Mary E.; 386 Gregory J. Barbara; 430 Husar James A. FROM EXTENDED: 17 Bailey George J.; 33 Bonitz Daniel D., Bonitz Richard A.; 36 Sadler John, Jr., Sudduth Bertha, Sudduth Connie L., Sudduth Sherman; 96 Fields Norris W., Hydo Agnes, Hydo John A., Hydo Veronica M.; 108 Lengyel Ronald; 164 Pfeiffer Barbara J.-; 296 Chadonic Barbara J., Chabonics John, Chadonic Judith A.; 511 Nemeth Carl; 514 Santha Joseph L.; 525 Elwell Ronald A. 77 Senior Order, 40 Junior Order Members, Total 117 Members. JOHN SABO, National Auditor. inspiring Ceremonies, Excellent Program Mark 45th Jubilee of Detroit Branch 36 (Continued from page 2)