Verhovayak Lapja, 1951 (34. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1951 / Verhovay Journal
Honored Branch-Officers Receive Illustrious Degree and Service Medal at Annual Outing in Bethlehem _____________________________________ Verhovay Journal _________________________________________________________________________________________PAGE-1 „ As reported in the last issue of the Journal, ten outstanding branch-officers were honored by the presentation of the Degree of Illustrious Member and the Gold Service Medals at the annual picnic sponsored by Branch 98 in Bethlehem, Pa., held on July 22, 1951, in Hellertown. Eight officers were present at the highly successful affair, while for the two who were absent, Mr. John Csonka of Branch 111 and Mr. Gazer Nagy of Branch 336, Field Supervisor Frank J. Cher received the awards. Appearing on the abovei picture taken on that occasion are, from left to right: Messrs. Stephen Horvath, Vendel Petrovicz, Anton Katona, Michael Hadnagy, Bela Ritter, Director Stephen Lang who presented the awards, John Soltész and Peter Toth, in front, and Field Supervisor Frank J. Cher, F.I.C., and Julius Demko, in the rear. Between them, the men shown above have accumulated nearly 300 years of service for the Verhovay in eastern Pennsylvania. September 19, 1951 NEWS From The Field TO THE CONTRIBUTORS AND CORRESPONDENTS The next edition of the Journal will be published on Wednesday, October 17th.' News items and brief announcements will be accepted for publication in that issue until closing date, October 10th. Articles and similar contributions for ttyit issue must reach the editor’s desk no later than October 3rd. Contributions, if possible, should be typewritten, on one side of the paper only, double spaced and net exceeding 800 words. Contributions must be signed by the author. Address all contributions to Verhovay Journal, 438 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh 19, Pa. CLEVELAND, O. Branch 14 GRAPE HARVEST FESTIVAL All members and friends of the Verhovay in the greater Cleveland urea are cordially invited to the annual Grape Harvest Festival of Br. 14, to be held on Sunday, Sept. 30, in the Verhovay Home, 8637 Buckeye Road. Splendid entertainment, foods and refreshments will await all those who attend cur traditionally successful festival. A fine program has been prepared and good music will create the proper atmosphere for this event. You are cordially invited to come, bring your friends and enjoy a day of fun and fellowship with us. LESLIE J. DUS, Field Supervisor. LORAIN, O. Branch 17 THE STATE OF THE BRANCH At the August meeting of our branch several members inquired how many members in good standing our branch has at this time. Since our meetings are attended only by a few members, I would like to inform the membership through our official Journal that our Branch had 830 members in good standing on April 23, 1951, when I assumed the management of the Branch. I am happy to report that as of July 31st closing, our branch had 920 members in good standing and that the membership has further increased since that date. I am firmly determined to increase the membership of our branch to I, 000 within the shortest possible time and to this end I appeal to my fellow-officers and fellow-members for their wholehearted support. I assure the members of our Branch that I am at their disposal at all times in all matters pertaining to the business of the Association and that I am making every effort to serve our membership conscientiously and satisfactorily. I hope that my fellow officers and fellow-members will reciprocate by supporting me in every way in my' endeavour to attain the goal which I have set before me. ANDREW J. KOVÁCS, District Manager. TOLEDO, O. Branch 27 ANNOUNCEMENTS The members of Branch 27 are informed herewith that our district office has been established in the editorial offices of the “Toledo” Hungarian weekly, 2016 Genesee St., Toledo 5, O., in the same room with Dr. Géza Farkas editor. The phone number is TA. 1535. All members who pay their dues by mail are requested to address their letters to Mr. Coloman' Bertalan, District Manager, at; the above address. Those who prefer to pay their dues in person, are requested to call at’ the district office during the following officers hours: TUESDAY 1 to 5 p.m. THURSDAY 1 to 3 p.m. FRIDAY 1 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. SATURDAY 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In case of illness or death the members are requested to please inform the district office either in person, or by mail or by phone, during office hours. District Manager Bertalan will be glad to make house calls if so requested by phone during office hours. Our members also are requested to inform the district office immediately when they are moving. Those who have recently moved, are requested to advise Mr. Bertalan of their new address. Our members in Toledo are requested to extend every possible cooperation to Mr. Bertalan who is determined to render the best possible service in all matters pertaining to the business of the Association. Having recently passed his state examination, he is a licensed insurance man, prepared to give not only conscientious service but also helpful advice in all matters concerning life insurance. If you have any insurance problems, be sure to call on Mr. Bertalan who will gladly help you with your problem and serve your best interests. THE HOME OFFICE. CHICAGO, ILL. Branch 164 DANCE ON NOVEMBER 3RD All members and friends of the Verhovay and Branch 164 are cordially invited to our big Fall Dance to be held on Saturday, November 3rd, in the evening, in the Rainbow Hall, 333 West North Ave., Chicago, 111. There will be excellent music and good fellowship and those who like to spend a really pleasant evening, are urged not to miss this opportunity. For ticket reservations please call Andrew Janovics, Manager, VAn Buren 6-8019 or write to me at 915 S. Independence Blvd., Chicago 24, 111. Be sure to attend our dance on November 3rd. Our Young people’s Dance Group again has started practicing. Those who would like to join, are cordially invited to attend our rehearsals on any Tuesday evening when our group meets .For further information, please« call me at the above number. The bowling season has started with the best auspices. We meet every Wedesnday evening at the Lakeview Recreation, 3239 No. Clark’ St., at 9 p.m. Those who want to bowl or like to watch bowling, are cordially invited to join us any Wednesday evening. ANDREW JANOVICS, Manager. CONNEAUT, O. Branch 220 CHANGE OF ADDRESS This is to inform the members of Branch 220 that I have moved and that hereafter my new address is: R.D. 1, King St., Conneaut, O. Please send all communications to the above address. FRANK LENGYEL, Manager. PITTSBURGH, PA. Branch 262 CHANGE OF ADDRESS This is to inform all members of Branch 262 that I have moved and that hereafter my address will be: 1113 Buente St., Spring Hill, Pittsburgh 12, Pa. All members are requested to send their communications to my new address. HENRY CERNY, Manager. AMHERST, O. Branch 335 NEW MANAGER ELECTED Members of Branch 335 are informed herewith that the vacancy caused by the death of our late Manager Joseph Balogh has been filled by the branch at its last meeting when Mr. Andrew Dudash, Jr., was elected to the Manager's position. The address of Mr. Dudash is: R.F.D. 1, So. Amherst, O. Our members are requested to address all communications and send all payments to our new manager. At the same meeting, Mr. Stephen Világi, R.F.D. 1, Amherst, O., accepted the position of Branch President. THE HOME OFFICE. TARRYTOWN, N. Y. Branch 424 GRAPE HARVEST FESTIVAL A Grape Harvest Dance will be held on Saturday, October 6, beginning at 8 p.m., to which all our fellow-members and friends are cordially invited. The dance will be heldin the establishment of William Rakaezky, 16 Clinton St., Tarrytown. Mr. Ivan, Mr. Csorba, Mr. Mike Kovács, Mr. Szuperak, Mr. Jako, Mr. Pusztai and Mr. Mandi are on the committee. Excellent music and a good time is promised to all. WILLIAM RAKACZKY, Manager. ELKHART, IND. Branch 490 CHANGE OF ADDRESS The members of Branch 490 are advised herewith of my new address: 1633 So. Chapin St., South Bend, Ind. All members are requested to contact me at the above address. MATTHEW HORVATH, Manager. BRIDGEPORT, CONN. Branch 528 CHANGE OF ADDRESS This is to inform the members of Branch 528 that I have moved and that hereafter my new address is: 10 Carpathian Ct., Bridgeport 5, Conn. Please send all communications to this address. ALEX KARÁCSONYI, Manager. According to some doctors, eating onions is the secret of health — butj the trouble is to keep it a secret. Come what may, this country can be sure of one bumper crop: Pedestrians.
