Verhovayak Lapja, 1954 (37. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1954 / Verhovay Journal
PAGE 8 Verhovay Journal SPECIAL COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT BOWLING ALLEYS Mr. Ted Gardner (without suitcoat) beams happily as National Treasurer John Szalanczy assures him that Verhovay has enough funds to pay the expenses of the bowling tournament. The others enjoying this occasion of fun are, left to right, Michael Puskas, Manager of Branch 518, New' Brunswick, N. J.; Vice President Dr. Andrew Kovács, Andrew Fay Fisher, Mr. Gardner, Paul Beltz of the New York Convention and Visitors Bureau, Inc., Mr. Szalanczy and National Auditor John Sabo. Verhovay Sports-Fraternal Meeting in New York Spectacular Event (Continued from page 2) ities. Both officers have served on the Board of Directors since 1939, and prior to that date were active branch officers. The introduction of these honored officers was followed by the presentation of beautiful gold wrist watches to them, gifts from the society they so faithfully serve. Director Joseph Turner expressed his good wishes as he pressed the handsome token into the hands of Vice Preseident Macker who, with words of deep appreciation, spoke briefly, stressing in particular his abiding faith in the second and third generation members, who must carry on the noble work of our organization. Director Coloman Kolozsvary affectionately embraced Director Vizi to whom he presented the lovely wrist watch. Highly appreciative of the award, the veteran Director centered his concise address on offering his thanks to all the field workers, branch managers and others who sustained the membership campaign. In logical sequence—typical of his legal profession—Toastmaster Falussy immediately introduced the individual members of the field force, the pillars of Verhovay production. Next was the introduction of the representatives of the Hungarian Reformed Federation of America and the American Life Insurance Association. Now one of the finest collection of compliments ever assembled was made as Director Falussy eulogized the strenuous work of National Auditor Sabo in his role as Tournament Administrator. Visibly and vocally affected by this sincere wealth of praise, the young National Auditor expressed profound gratitude to Director Falussy, spoke of his years of association with him, and in ebullient terms re-welcomed all to this magnificent Verhovay rally. Back to the toastmaster’s duties came Director Ibos, and in turn introduced the Directors, the National Officers, the General Counsel and the Chief Medical Adviser. A generous applause greeted each name. In short order Director Falussy returned, he too making a round of introductions — the Hungarian press, the Hungarian clergy, former political figures of Hungary, and other distinguished guests. It was almost time for the bowling Awards. Note was made that the Chicago bowlers had traveled the farthest to participate in the tournament, having traveled about 1000 miles. Similarly, attention was called to the extremely great mileage from Los Angles to New York — West Coast to East Coast — made by California’s Director Alexander Gyulay, who carried with him the best wishes of our Golden State members. The Frank F. Brogley Memorial Trophy, award for the male teams, was given to Branch 443, Detroit, Michigan, and to Branch 518, New Brunswick, New Jersey. The awards were made by Director Richard J. Phillips, with individual trophies for the winning team members. Director Phillips congratulated the winners. The unusual had happened: a TIE. For that reason a duplicate Frank J. Brogley Memorial Trophy will be forwarded to Branch 518. The Martindale Women’s Team of Branch 132, South Bend, Indiana, won the Albert B. Ari Memorial Trophy for female teams, and the members of the winning team received individual trophies. The presentation was made by Director Stephen Lang who congratulated the ladies on their victory. Since at this time only the team events wins were known — the singles and doubles were played the following day, Sunday — Tournament Administrator Sabo announced that the singles and doubles winners would receive their awards by mail. Fitting it was at this juncture to mention the very essential and very excellent work of Tournament Secretary Diliinger and his cooperative crew. Toastmaster Falussy now spoke of the Bethlen Home in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, operated by the Hungarian Reformed Federation of America. He acclaimed its leaders and urged Hungarians to visit this institution for the aged and the orphans. Toastmaster Ibos returned to announce the entertainment. Sigmund Mezey, accompained by his pianist László Szonyi, sang three fine selections which drew the radio, television and concert star much applause. Next operatic singer Irene Szepessi, very blonde, echoed her professional voice to the delight of her audience. Shirley Putz, juvenile member of Branch 36, Detroit, was quite good— and cute too—as she mimicked a popular vocal recording. Her oral and body movements were as natural as could be. At the direction of Toastmaster Ibos, all the girls and women in Hungarian costume assembled on the orchestra platform to join in singing Hungarian folk songs with Margaret Emody, popular Hungarian night club singer and member of Branch 48, New York. The audience demanded and got encores. Thereupon Director Ibos introduced Branch 48 member Mrs. Katherine Boszilkov as the creator of the factual portraits about to be presented to honored officers Vice President Julius Macker and Director Louis Vizi. Since Director Vizi was absent at the time, Vice President Macker accepted both and thanked Mrs. Boszilkov for her fine work of art. Finally, Toastmaster Ibos read the names of the members of Branch 48, the host branch, and commended them for their team work in assuring a successful 1954 National Verhovay Fellowship Days. Benediction by the Rev. Emery Kovács of the First Hungarian Reformed Church, and the singing of the Magyar Himnusz, concluded the Victory Dinner program. THE NIGHT OF BUDAPEST DANCE Briefly, it lasted from the conclusion of the dinner program until 2:00 A.M. There was much merriment among all, dancers and observers, as Jer.o Bartal played continually every variety of popular dance to satisfy every preferment, and young and old freely tripped the light fantastic. Most amusing episode of the Night of Budapest Dance was the “Bunny Hop”, in which, single file and holding on to one another, the dancers cavorted in imitation of Peter Rabbit. A lot of fun indeed— very mirthprovoking. AFTER THE VERHOVAY EVENTS This could be a story in itself, however, the want of space will not allow it. In a nutshell, sight-seeing, private get-togethei^ in the hotel rooms and general meetings in the lobby took up much of the free time of the gay and festive Verhovayans. A few had to leave for home right after the finish of bowling, but it seems that most of the out of town members did not start back until Monday morning or afternoon. The Guest Introductions THE CLERGY Rev. Ladislaus Harsanyi, First Hungarian Presbyterian Church of New York; Rev. Emery Kovács, First Hungarian Reformed Church; Rev. Sigismund Ladányi, Free Magyar Reformed Church of New York; Rev. Joseph Urban, Free Magyar Reformed Church of Bronx, New York; Rev. Emery Slezak, St. Stephen’s Roman Catholic Church of Hungary, New York; Rev. Alexander Pinter, St. (Continued on page 9) June 16, ,1954. GREETINGS EXTENDED BY NATIONAL PRESIDENT National President John Bencze very happily extended the greetings \and best wishes of the Association to all those who attended the Victory Dinner. VICE PRESIDENT DR. ANDREW KOVÁCS EXTENDS GREETINGS OF NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AT VICTORY DINNER The Chairman of the National Executive Committee, Vice President of the Association, Dr. Andrew Kovács, was one of the proudest officers of 'the Association when he greeted the 1,000 Verhovay members and guests <at the Victory Dinner and Dance. For many years now Dr. Kovács has worked hard to promote our bowling tournaments and his fine efforts certainly contributed much to the huge success of our exciting and eventful New York Verhovay Days. Congratulation! DIRECTOR FALUSSY AS MASTER OF CEREMONIES AT VICTORY DINNER AND DANCE Much of the credit for the success of the Victory Dinner and the Night of Budapest Dance can be given to Aloysius, C. Falussy, Director, who professionally and skillfully performed the mighty task of Master of Ceremonies. Mr. Falussy worked hard helping plan dnd execute the tournament and fellowship days and deserves every credit. He is a real leader not only in Verhovay but all Hungarian circles, especially in New York. He is an attorney at law, practicing in the City of New York.
