William Penn Life, 1972 (7. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
1972-07-01 / 3. szám
portraits which would bring back memories of loved ones to the occupants of these homes. The photos were very dear and precious to these people. The Board of Directors properly decided to have a Portrait of Past President, Julius Macker, in the Board Room. President Charles reviewed the records of the past forty years and highlighted the contributions Julius Macker had made to the progress of the Association. He most certainly is deserving of the honor he is receving this day. President Charles reviewed the records of the past officers whose portraits are in the Board Room and extended thanks to those who had served sincerely and faithfully the membership of our Association for so many years. He wished the two past Presidents who were present today many more years of good health and happiness. President Charles requested Vice President Louis L. Varga to unveil the Portrait of Past President Julius Macker. Following the unveiling of the Portrait, President Charles requested Honorary President John Bencze to address the Board. Honorary President Bencze thanked the President for the opportunity to say a few words. He reminisced on the history of our Society and outlined how it grew over the years. He still reads with great interest the minutes of the Board’s proceedings, and continues to take interest in the affairs of our Association. Past President Julius Macker addressed the Board of Directors. It was with great humility that Mr. Macker thanked the Board of Directors for the presentation of this portrait. Mr. Macker also reviewed the history of our Association, particularly the last forty years of which he took a very active part. He complimented the Board of Directors and National Officers who have guided the destiny of this Association. He suggested that the present administration look to the future and use good judgement to guide this Association to even greater heights than it has ever enjoyed. He hoped the Association will continue to expand and grow in the next forty years as much as it has grown in the last forty years so the Association will become stronger and sounder financially. He thanked everyone present for the honor bestowed upon him, and the opportunity which was afforded him to be among his friends as a guest. Vice President Louis L. Varga also congratulated Past President Macker. He, too, was happy to see the portrait of Mr. Macker alongside many illustrious officers who have served the Association well in the past. The portrait of Mr .Macker was placed here because of his many contributions made to the Association. He extended best wishes to Mr. Macker and hoped with the Good Lord’s blessing he may enjoy many, many more years of health and happiness in good fraternal spirit. 8. Director Sabo announced that the Board of Directors William Penn Scholarship Foundation would meet during Tuesday’s Board meeting. 9. President Charles and General Counsel Gay B. Banes gave a report as to the progress bein?: made with the American Fund. It is their belief that William Penn is in an excellent position for a favorable decision on this matter from the Courts. 10. President Charles informed the Board of the present status of the New Building program. He stated that General Counsel Gay B, Banes has prepared a lease agreement which the proper officers of the William Penn Fraternal Association have signed and presented same to the officers of Western Pnnsvlvania National Bank for their approval. National Secretary Albert J. Stelkovics read the lease agreement in its entirety. Moved, seconded and the Board unanimously adopted the following resolution pertaining to the New Building. RESOLUTION Resolved by the Board of Dire"tors in Regular Meeting assembled, that the fomi of proposed lease agreement between the William Penn Fraternal Association and the Western Pennsylvania National Bank as read at this meeting incorporated herein by reference be and the same is hereby approved. Be it further resolved, that the Executive Committee is hereby authorized to negotiate any required changes. Be it further resolved, that the proper officers of the Association be and they are hereby authorized to execute the said agreement as finally negotiated on substantially the terms heretofore approved. 11. National President Elmer Charles made a report to the board of Directors with reference to the progress on the housing for the elderly. He further reports that the Investment Committee purchased a parcel of land adjacent to the present site which now expands our holdings to approximately two acres. Moved, seconded and the Board accepted the President’s report on housing for the elderly and ratified the action of the Investment Committee in purchasing the additional property. 12. Director Lang, speaking on behalf of the Co-Administrators of the 29th Bowling Tournament, submitted a preliminary report of the bowling tournament and fellowship davs held in Philadelphia. There were 68 teams registered for the bowling tournament, and over 600 persons attended the fellowship banquet. The affair was a huge success and Director Lang thanked his Co-Administrator, National Officers, Board of Directors and Branch 76, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for the fine cooperation extended to make this affair a success. Final report will be ready for the September Board Meeting. President Charles thanked Co-Administrators Director Lang and Director Radvany for the fine effort they extended in preparing for this occasion. He extended thanks to all the directors who attended the event. President Charles extended thanks to Branch 76, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and all the local Committee Members who worked so diligently and untiringly to make the tournament and fellowship days the success that it turned out to be. He extended personal thanks to Gus G. Nagy and other home office personnel who assisted the Committee. Moved, seconded and the Board accepted the report of the Bowling Tournament Co-Administrators with sincere appreciation for the fine job performed. 13. The Board acknowledged letters from Branches willing to host the 1973 Bowling Tournament and Fellowship Davs. After much discussion, it is moved and seconded and the Board unanimously accepted the invitation from Branch 14, Cleveland, Ohio, to host the 1973 Bowling Tournament and Fellowship Days. On the basis of a previous Board Resolution, the Executive Committee will appoint the Administrators for this event. 14. The Board acknowledged receipt of a telegram from Branch 34, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Michael Kara, President, extending best wishes for a successful meeting and an invitation to their Branch picnic on June 18, 1972. 15. Director John Sabo, as President of the William Penn Fraternal Association Scholarship Foundation, had announced at yesterday’s meeting that the Board of the Scholarship Foundation was to meet today. Board Chairman John P. Balia thereupon recesses this Board meeting so that the Scholarship Foundation Board can hold its meeting. 16. MINUTES BOARD OF DIRECTORS William Penn Fraternal Association SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, Inc. TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 1972 1. Mr. John Sabo, President, calls the meeting to order and extends greetings to the assembled Board members. He states that a report shall be made on the progress made to date, and also plans for the future. He asks that ínyre participation in the building of the foundation must be made by all the Directors. Roll is called and the following are present: Messrs. Elmer Charles, Louis L. Varga, John P. Balia, John Sabo, Stephen Lang, Jr., Rev. Andrew P. Jacobs, Joseph Toma, Albert J. Stelkovics, Julius E. Somogyi, Gay B. Banes, Frank Bero, Zoltán B. Emri, Michael Hegedűs, Albert G. Kertesz, William C. Kohut, Dr. Andrew Kovács, Frank J. Radvany, John P. Veszprémi. 2. Secretary Toma reads the Minutes of the June 6th Executive Committee meeting and the same are accepted as read. 3. Assistant Treasurer Julius E. Somogyi makes a report on the financial standing of the Foundation as of December 31, 1971. The total balance as of that date was $28,803.66. At the presents time the balance is $32,677.49, an increase of $3,873.83. 13
