William Penn Life, 1981 (16. évfolyam, 1-3. szám)
1981-01-01 / 1. szám
Minutes . . . 22) It was moved, seconded and authorized by the Board that the salaries of National Officers continue as it has been in 1980 until the Board meeting in March 1981. 23) The Board of Directors authorized that the following Resolution be sent to President-Elect Ronald Reagan. RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the William Penn Associaton, a fraternal benefit society, representing over 70,000 American's of Hungarian ancestry, with more than 90 years of service to its members, with a history of concern for people, heartily congratulates you on your election as our 40th President of the United States. With best wishes for a successful administration and our pledge of unanimous support in behalf of and for all the people of this great country. 24) The Board of Directors approved an endorsement pertaining to 714% loan interest provision of the policy to be placed into effect after approval by each Insurance Department. 25) It was moved, seconded and authorized by the Board that dividends for 1981 be paid the same as in 1 980 with exception of the 41 CSO Paid-Up Life which will be paid at the rate of 2% per annum of certificate reserves. 26) It was moved, seconded and the Board accepted the Minutes of the Executive Committee Meetings in its entirety and ratified the actions taken by the Executive Committee. 27) The Board of Directors acknowledge receipt of letters of thanks from: Mr. Stephen R. Aiello, Special Assistant to President Carter for Ethnic Affairs. John L. Lovász Helen Werling June Hall of the Jody Wall Foundation, Dayton, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. John P. Balia, National Vice-President. 28) The Board acknowledged receipt of a letter from Branch 1, Bridgeport, Conn., wherein they request that the Illustrious Citations be presented to the following members: Mrs. Charles Messinger Mr. Edward J. Behuncik Mr. John F. McCarthy Mr. Stephen J. Varga It was moved, seconded and authorized that Illustrious Citations be presented to the above members in recognition of their many years of faithful and dedicated service to the Association. 29) The Board acknowledged receipt of letter from the Hungarian Catholic League of America, Inc. It was moved, seconded and authorized that a donation of $200.00 be presented to them. 30) The Board requested the Executive Committee to review the possibility of granting more financial aid to the Branches for fraternal activities. 31) The Board acknowledged receipt of letters from the United Magyar House of Los Angeles, California requesting a donation. This request was referred to the Executive Committee for further review and recommendation. 32) The request of the American Hungarian Bicentennial Committee is tabled. 33) Bowling Tournament Administrator, Gus G. Nagy, reported that the 1981 Bowling Tournament will be held in Chicago, Illinois on May 22, 23 and 24, 1981. Reservations have been made with the Hyatt Regency Hotel at O'Hare Airport. Room rates will be $32.00 per day. The bowling will take place at the Holiday Bowl. 34) The Board authorized that an appraisal of the real estate value of Penn Scenic View be conducted by James Custer, Realtor of Somerset County. 35) Director Stephen Danko presented checks totaling $535.00 representing donations from Branch 1 8, Detroit, Michigan. 36) President Charles announced the following donations to the William Penn Scholarship Foundation: Elmer Charles —$ 1 00.00 John Lovász—$ 1 00.00 Branch 28, Youngstown, Ohio — $300.00 towards the Ohio State Cabin at Penn Scenic View. 37) The Directors reported that their various branches had or were about to conduct Family and Children's Christmas Parties. 38) Director Steve Lesco thanked the Association for the subsidy they received in conducting their Christmas Party. 39) The Board of Directors acknowledged a letter from Bruce v j&yr NJ 08903-and Associates which was read by Director Stelkovics completely outlining the Association's position in the development of our property known as Block C. The Board acknowledged this report with sincere thanks and appreciation. 40) President Charles announced the following dates for Board meetings in 1981: March 9,10 and 11, 1981 June 8, 9 and 10, 1981 September 14,15 and 16, 1981 December 14, 15 and 16, 1981 41) National President, Elmer Charles stated that we had a very fine constructive meeting. We can look back at this meeting and look at it as a horizon for the growth of our Association. The services of Richard Smith will bring fruitful results. The commitment the Directors made that we will give this program to improve our Field Operation, our immediate attention and full cooperation and support. This new program should revitalize our youth program and bring in additional premium dollars. In the wonderful spirit of the season, Mr. Charles extended a Very Merry Christmas to each Board Member, their families and to the William Penn Membership. He hoped this New Year will be a happy and prosperous one for all. He extended best wishes to Director Stephen Lang, Jr. who will be retiring from his employment at Bethlehem Steel Co. in January 1981. Chairman Charles adjourned the meeting at 1 1:45 A.M. Respectfully submitted, Frank J. Radvany Secretary of the Board Elmer Charles National President ATTEST: Stephen T. Szilagyi Acting Secretary 28