Verhovayak Lapja, 1951 (34. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1951 / Verhovay Journal
June 20, 1951 NEWS From The Field TO THE CONTRIBUTORS AND CORRESPONDENTS The next edition of the Journal will be published on Wednesday, July 18th, 1951, News items and brief announcements will be accepted for publication in that issue until closing date, July 11th. Articles and similar contributions for that issue must reach the editor’s desk no later than July 4 th. 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 Ave., Pittsburgh 19, Pa. WINDBER, PA. Branch 33 ANNOUNCEMENT All those who have not yet paid their 50 c. donations toward the 45th anniversary of our branch, are requested to do so at the next meeting. All members who are in arrears with their monthly dues, or with interest on their loans, also are requested to settle their accounts as soon as possible. STEPHEN PAPP, President, GEORGE MODOCK, Manager. PITTSBURGH, PA. Branch 34 PICNIC ON JUNE 24 All members and friends of the Association are cordially invited to the picnic of Branch 34, to be held on Sunday, June 24th, beginning at 10 o’clock in the morning, at the Heincz Grove picnic grounds in Hays. Music will be furnished by Arpad Nagy’s orchestra. PAUL MARTON, President JOHN FULOP, Manager DETROIT, MICH. Branch 36 DISTRICT MEETING CALLED All members of Branch 36 are notified herewith that the official preconvention meeting of District 24 will be held on Sunday, June 24, at 2 p.m. in the auditorium of the former Verhevay Hall, 8005 W. Jefferson Ave. The schedule of business will be as follows: 1.) Opening of the district session. 2.) Reading the minutes of the last district session. 3.) Nomination and election of delegates to the National Convention. 4.) Nomination ancf election of alternate delegates. 5.) Resolutions and recommendation» to be submitted to the National Convention. 6.) The expenses of the district session. 7.) Closing of the district session. The Convention will convene on September 10. Branch 36 is entitled to elect four delegates to the Convention. Members in good standing, who are American citizens, and have held life insurance and sick benefit certificates for at least two years, are eligible to become delegates to the National Convention. In view of the importance of the district session, all members are urged to attend. JOHN BARTUS, JR., President, STEPHEN LUKACS, Dist. Recorder. 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 Verhovay Journal Third Eastern Verhovay Day Picnic on July 15 at Linwood Grove, Stelton, N.J. — Representatives of 10 branches invite National President at enthusiastic meeting. — The Committed in charge of the plans and arrangements for the Third Eastern Verhovay Day Picnic, to be held on Sunday, July 15, 1951, at Linwood Grove, off Highway 27, Síeíton, N. J., held a very successful meeting o«n Sunday afternoon, May 20th, at the American' Legion Home in New Brunswick. Chairman of the meeting was Mr. Michael Puskas, secretary John Zakopcsan, and field representative Frank J. Cher, F.I.C., Field Supervisor. The following represented the 10 branches jointly sponsoring the Eastern Verhovay Day Picnic: 13.) Trenton, N. J.: Frank Radvany, Mrs. Frank Radvany, László Dobos, Mrs. László Dobos, Charles Nemes, Stephen Vágott, John Nemeth, Alexander Virok. 48.) New York, N. Y.: Albert Ibos, George Baszilkov, Joseph Toma. 52.) New Brunswick, N. J.: Alexander Puskas, Adam Simon, Jr., and Adam Simon, Sr. 70.) Newark, N. J.: James Emody and James Dolgos. 76.) Philadelphia, Pa.: Anthony Noel and Stephen Szemes, Jr. 87) Passaic, N. J.: John Zakopcsan, Joseph Bokor, Coloman Toth. 145.) Jersey City, N. J.: Coloman Chaszar, Coloman Hptyey. 417.) Trenton, N. J.: Mrs. Julia Cher, Mrs. Robert Gibbs, Claire Nagy, Bela Miklovics, William Freund, William Szoksai and Edward Lukacs, Jr. 159.) Phoenixville, Pa.: Louis Papp and Frank Toth. 518.) New Brunswick, N. J.: Michael Puskas, Frank Schretter, Charles Czirck. Though Branch 422, Phillipsburg, N. J., has not yet been represented on the committee, it will participate in the Eastern Verhovay Day. Chairman of the Committee, Mr. Michael Puskas, Manager of Branch 518, greeted the assembled representatives and urged them to put forth their best efforts to make this the most successful event yet sponsored by the Eastern Verhovay branches. The program was discussed at great detail. The meeting unanimously resolved to invite National President John llencze to attend the Tiiird Eastern Verhovay Day at the expense of th'e( branches jointly sponsoring the event. The representatives felt it of utmost importance that the National President of the Association be present at this important event. By their exemplary action in voting to assume the expenses of his trip they demonstrated the deep and sincere respect in which Mr. llencze, who has been a national officer of the Association for the last 21 years, is held by the membership of our Association. At the conclusion of the meeting, Mr. and Mrs, Michael Puskas were hosts to the assembled delegates who take this opportunity to thank them for their splendid hospitality. Mr. Michael Puskas is not only an untiring worker of the Verhovay but also a state official of the American Legion who is highly respected throughout the State of New Jersey. Though he is a very busy man, he always has time for the Verhovay and its great fraternal program. As chairman of the Eastc:n Verhovay Day Committee he renders invaluable services for which the Committee is deeply obliged tc* him. .The Committee hopes that all friends and members of the Verhovay in the east, as well as all visitors from the west, will set aside the day of July 15th to attend the Third Eastern Verhovay Day Picnic. 'donday and Friday evenings: 7 to and refreshments will be served at reasonable rates. Everybody is invited. DAN MÓZES, President JOHN NAMATH, Vice-President MARTIN SZELES, Manager CLEVELAND, O. Branch 45 NO MEETINGS IN SUMMER Members of Branch 45 will please take notice that there will be no meet: ings during the summer months. The next regular meeting will be held on Vhe first Sunday of September. Until then, those who usually pay their (lues at the meetings, are requested to kindly do so at the office. EMERY SOBONY, JR., Dist. Mgr. 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 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. ANNOUNCEMENT This is to inform ail members of Branch 48, that the date of the regular monthly meetings has been changed from the second Friday of each month, to the first Friday evening of each month. JOSEPH TOMA, Field Supervisor. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Branch 76 EASTERN VERHOVAY DAY At the recent meeting of the branch representatives it was decided to hold the Third Annual Eastern Verhovay Day c:i Sunday, July 15th, at Linwood Grove, on Route 27, Stelton, N. J. At last year’s picnic our blanches were represented for the first time and all those who attended had a memorable time and are again looking forward to going en masse. To help the picnic committee of our branch in their efforts to arrange for transportation in advance, and not in the last minute as was the case last year, we urge all those wishing tc* attend to make reservations at the earliest possible time so we will know how many busses to reserve. Those who could not attend last year, really missed an opportunity as proven by the tales of those who were there and enjoyed the wonderful food and music and friendship that prevailed there. Please contact for your reservations either Mr .Anthony Noel, President, telephone Baldwin 3-7211, or Stephen Szemes, Jr., Manager, phone Sharon Holl 2216-R, and please do it now. Als« please note that the meetings during the months of June, July and August at our branch will be held on the second Saturday of the month at the “Dalarda,” beginning at 7 p.m. The regular schedule of our Sunday meetings will be resumed in September. Your cooperation will be appreciated. ANTHONY NOEL, President, STEPHEN SZEMES, JR., Manager. BETHLEHEM, PA . Branch 98 PICNIC ON JULY 22 The annual picnic of Branch 98 will be held on Sunday, July 22, at the Warjas farm in Hellertown. The three officers of the branch to whom the Degree of Illustrious Member has been awarded by the Board of Directors, will be presented their citations and service medals on this occasion. We request all members to attend this event io show thereby their appreciation of the many years of faithful service these officers have given the branch. The presentation ceremonies will start at 6 o’clock. Admission will be $1.50 for the men and $1.00 for the ladies. This includes the price of refreshments. Music will be furnished by John Toth and Alex Vig, from 3 p.m., on. Mrs. Harold Gross, President of the Women’s Branch and her helpers will do everything to provide our guests with the best food. All members and friends of the branch are cordially invited. Also we request the families of those who are taken to a hospital, to notify Stephen Lang, Jr., Manager, j 863 E. 4th St., or Mrs. Harold Gross, 427 Maple Road, Hellertown, phone 91-8-2731. PETER TOTH, President, MRS. HAROLD GROSS, Women’s Branch President, STEPHEN LANG, JR., Manager. YOUNGSTOWN, O. Branches 108,364, 514 OFFICE HOURS Announcement is made of certain changes and additions to the office hours maintained at the District Office, 412 Wick Building, W. Federal St., phone 3-7717. These changes have been made for the convenience of'the membership. Effective July 1, 1951, the following office hours will be maintained: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. 8:30 P.M. The members of the above branches are cordially invited to avail themselves of the services and facilities of the District Office during these office hours. GABRIEL NAMETH, Dist. Mgr. NAZARETH. PA. Branch 420 ANNOUNCEMENT The members of Branch 426 are infe med herewith that the management of the branch has been assumed by Mr. Louis Vincze, 556 Warren St., Phillipsburg, N. .1. All business! ef the branch to be handled through Mr. Vincze. THE HOME OFFICE. CRESCENT, O. Branch 432 NEW MANAGER This is to inform all members of Branch 432 that the vacancy created by the death of former Manager Frank Holbck has been filled by Mr. Leslie Kozma, acting Manager, R.F.D. 4, St. Clairsville, O. The members are requested to contact Mr. Kozma in all matters pertaining to the business of the Association. Meetings are held as heretofore on the 3rd Sunday of each month in the Verhovay Home. THE HOME OFFICE. HUTCHINSON, PA. Branch 542 NEW MANAGER Members of Branch 432 are advised herewith that the management of the Branch has been entrusted to Mr. Martin Kolenc, Box 43, Hutchinson, Pa. In all matters pertaining to the business of the Association, please contact Mr. Kolenc, Manager. THE HOME OFFICE.
