Verhovayak Lapja, 1954 (37. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1954 / Verhovay Journal
BOWLING, DINNER-DANCE, PROFESSIONAL ENTERTAINERS, ETC. Verhovay Verhovayans Will Hear Him in New York SIGMUND MEZEY Journal May 19, 1954. . Radio, television and concert artist Sigmund Mezey will be one of the feature attractions the evening of May 29 at the climactic social and entertainment program of Eastern Verhovay Recognition Days. Mr. Mezey has a varied experience behind him. At the University in Budapest he studied philosophy, pedagogics, languages and history, and at the College of Music voice and violin. He obtained an engagement as bass at the State Opera in Buda-By the time you read this column our May Dance will be a thing of the past, but as this article’s deadline is before that date. I can not tell you how things went, therefore you shall hear about it next month. However, I can and will tell you about our coming PICNIC on Sunday, June 27, 1954. It will be held, the same as last year, at the White House Grove, 9300 West Irving Park Road, Schiller Park, Illinois. Gates will open at 10:00 a.m. We expect to have a baseball game, if not professional, then at least between the married and single men. There will be races for the children and bingo, dancing to Sepessy’s Orchestra, and the door prize will be a DIAMOND RING donated by our jeweler member, Stephen Speiler. You probably, have noticed those little red books floating around, but if you haven’t pest, later continued voice studies with Riccardo Stracciari in Italy. In 1936 be sang in Warsaw and Krakow, in 1937 received first prize at the International Singing Contest in Vienna, and in 1939 sang operas and other works in many cities of Italy. He was guest artist also in Austria, Germany and Switzerland, with permanent engagements in Hungary at the opera and radio. Mr. Mezey, whose repertoire comprises about 70 leading bass parts, .came to the United States in 1951. had the chance to examine one, let me tell you that they are for as follows: 1st — 1 Admiral 21” Television Set OR a five H.P. Scott Atwatter Motor 2nd — 1 Set 1847 Rogers Silverware (Service for 8) OR 4 Regular Automobile Tires 3d — 1 Nescoe Automatic Roaster OR a matched set of Wilson Golf Woods 4th — 1 Zenith Clock Radio OR a Winchester 22 Ca. Automatic Rifle 5th — 1 Toastmaster Toaster or an Airey Spinster Spinning Reel and So. Bend Hollow Glass Spin Rod. We hope to sell as many of these books as possible. If you have not as yet received yours, or if you can help us to sell them, do call me at Van Buren 6-8019. I shall be glad to see that you receive the books you request. We hope to have a great day June 27 (pray it won’t rain), to see again all the people who were there last year, with more of their friends. Bring the children; a day in the fresh open air will do them a world of good. Now, for a resume of the past month: Let’s start with April 18 when we went to the dance given by Mr. Prank J. Kovács for the benefit of the American Hungarian Radio Broadcast. A very nice crowd was present and a good time was had by all. By the way, did. you know Mr. Kovács is a Branch 15 member? Then there was the 25th wedding anniversary celebration, April 25, given for Mr. and Mrs. Henrik Lux by their daughter, Miss Henrietta Lux with the capable assistance of the John Schybai’g. The party was held at the Aldine hall and music was furnished by the Gay Notes Musical Combo. Have you ever witnessed a renewal of the wedding Vows at a 25th anniversary? The solemnity of the occasion and the look of love, faith and understanding between this long married couple was a joy to behold. May 1 was the date of the match game between our two bowling leagues; Lakeview and Gateway. However, as two teams at Gateway were tied for first place, the final game for the trophies will be held at a later date. After the bowling a party was held, refreshments served, and there was dancing to the wee hours of the morning to the strains of the John Albert Bialko Orchestra. A thoroughly fine time indeed. Too bad that Betty Taylor and Rose Igyarto missed this party. They had to stay home, as both Artie Taylor and the Igyarto’s little boy had measles. At this bowling party the officers for next year’s bowling league were elected. President is Joseph Hodits, Treasurer is Matt Balog, and the hard work of Secretary of the bowling league fell to Steve Horváth. Congratulations to all three. By the way, bowling next season, starting in September) will be Friday nights, with 16 teams. On May 2d quite a few of Branch 15 members represented our branch at the 40th Jubilee Banquet and Dance given by the Chicago Rákóczi Sick Benefit Association. They had a very nice program before the supper, and among the performers was that lovely singer (also a Branch 15 member) Grace Soo, who sang sever al Hungarian melodies beautifully. The chicken supper was delicious and dancing was held after the supper. The REVELERS held an election of officers meeting May 12, but as this is written before then the outcome of same will be given at a future date. The reason for the midyear election is that their president, since her marriage, moved about 50 miles from Chicago and found it difficult to attend the meetings, so the members decided to hold a new election. Wedding bells will soon ring for two of our lovely lasses. Shirley 'Demeter is proudly flashing her new ring around, and also walking down the aisle soon will be Sarah Gallo. Mrs. Paul Dudás is stork-anticipating. It’s a GIRL for Shirley Ann and Frank Balogh, Jr. The little daughter was born Monday, May 3, at 3:30 P.M., at the Illinois Masonic Hospital, and weighed 6 lbs. and 12 ozs. Congratulations to the happy parents and to the happy grand parents. Vincent Petti is preparing to have a nice vacation in Europe. It is with sadness that I write about the death of three of our members: Mr. Victor Smith of Cary, Illinois went to his eternal rest during the month of April. To his wife, and son, Victor, Jr., we extend our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace! Mr. Andrew Risko, Sr., passed away April 19. Funeral services were held April 22 from the Höllerbach Funeral Home, whence he was taken to St. Theresa Church and then tothe St. Joseph Cemetery. To his wife, Mrs. Andrew Risko, Sr., and his daughters, Mrs. Bertha Sabik, Mrs. Betty Taylor and Mrs. Mary Risko, and to hjg sons, Andrew Risko, Jr. and Steve Risko and their families, we extend our deepest sympathy. Also mourning him are 15 grandchildren. May he rest in peace! Mr. Louis Mezei passed away May 2. His funeral was held Wednesday, May 5, from the Boland Funeral Home, whence he was taken to the West Side Hungarian Reformed and Evangelical Church, with interment at Waldheim Cemetery. To his wife, and his daughters, Mrs. Bessie Wesesku and Mrs. Irma Sabo, and to his son, Louis Mezei, Jr., and their families, we extend our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace! Many of you are already acquainted with the fact, but for those of you who don’t know, I wish to let you know that actually it is my wife who writes my articles for me. She declines to use her name as she claims they are really my articles, that she just puts together and writes it up for me the same as any secretary would do for her employer. The following are her uncensored words, “I do not feel this is my article. After all, the facts are presented to me by Andrew and I just write up a summary of same for him. The truth of the matter is that at times I am rather blunt and impetuous, and if the mood hits me I would at times write facts which are better left unsaid. I wrote a peach of an article (at least in my estimation) after our Masquerade Dance last year. However, after reading it, Andy, with his wise opinion, said, “Hon, I belive it would be better if such and such would be left unsaid. No use putting coal on dying embers. Let’s just ignore this and try to work things out the best we can. So dutifully I marked out the objectionable facts. Frankly, if it would be left up to me, the articles would not be all peaches and cream. Criticism would be given where criticism is due and, I’m afraid, rather bluntly too. However, I’m glad it’s not so, because after about a week cooling- off and looking the facts over, I realize nothing but hard feelings would ensue and that it is better to be calm and try to reason things out instead of blowing up about same. Therefore, I know it is Andrew who should have the byline on this article, as it is his wisdom that knows what shall be printed and what should be left unsaid, and I, naturally, his greatest fan, say, let’s leave the article as it is. The reason for the above statement is that certain members think I should get a by-line, but really, though I thank you, I thoroughly disagree.” Louise Janovics. That about winds up our article for this month, and for a day of enjoyed relaxation do remember our picnic. By the way, w-e still need more workers for the picnic. Do spare an hour or so of your time and help us in the kitchen, at the bar or at the ice cream stand or bingo table. Any help you can give will be appreciated, and the little glow of satisfaction around your heart will mean more to you than you know. Until our meeting at the picnic, I bid you adieu. BRANCH IS — CHICAGO, ILL. By: Andrew Janovics, Vice-President SENTINEL
