William Penn Life, 1985 (20. évfolyam, 1-6. szám)

1985-01-01 / 1. szám

Continued from page 19 branch 34-71-89 Santa discusses gift requests of Sara Nagy. Raoul Wallenberg A member of the Swedish diplomatic corps in Budapest, Hungary, during World War II, and an associate of Raoul Wallenberg, former Am­bassador Per Anger was presented the Distinguished Service Award by the American Hungarian Founda­tion at a special ceremony in October at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in New Brunswick. He gave his personal account of direct involvement in Buda­pest with Wallenberg and their joint and individual efforts to save tens of thou­sands from certain death. Already in Budapest in July 1944 when Wallenberg arrived, Anger was in­strumental in implementing Wallenberg’s plans for saving Jews from the Nazi “final solution”. Although he often accompanied Wallenberg on his missions of mercy, Anger By Steve Szemes PHILADELPHIA, PA — Joseph Karoly was elected president of the Philadelphia branch during the annual election meeting in December. His fellow officers will in­clude John M. Mikula, vice­­president; Elsie Szemes, treasurer; Annabel Karoly and Helen Molnár, auditors and Steve Szemes, recording secretary. Branch members are anx­iously looking forward to the annual National Bowling Tournament and Scholarship days in New Brunswick May 26, 27. All branch members are being encouraged to lend many times went out on his own to distribute Wallenberg designed "Schutz Passes” to Hungarian Jews. These multi­colored official looking documents stated that the bearer was a Swedish citizen under the protection of the Swedish flag. Untold numbers are alive today, in­cluding many here in New Jersey, as a result of his in­genuity and daring. Wallenberg’s fate is un­known. Taken prisoner on January 17, 1945, by the advancing Russian Army his whereabouts to date are known only by the Soviet authorities. Per Anger and his associates in Budapest were also “detained” for months by the Soviets. No charges were filed against them and they were never told why or how long they would be held. Continued on page 21 column 1 their support to New Brunswick to help insure the success of this annual event. In news about members, Karen I. Szemes, a grand­daughter of this reporter, was recently wed to David McMamigle, in Emporium, Pa. Congratulations are also extended to Stephen and Estelle Szemes on their relocation in Sharon, Pa. where he was recently elected executive vice presi­dent and director of First National Bank of Mercer County. Best wishes to Bertha and Anne Bacher who recently moved to a new retirement complex in a total life care facility. Mrs. Betty Wlosak, another active and long time member, is on the mend after recently undergoing major surgery. Friends are en­couraged to visit with her. It is with deep regret that the passing of a dear friend and devoted family member, Joseph Schmidt, of Middle­­town, Delaware, is an­nounced. He was 91 and was a past president of the branch. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, to whom he had been wed for 65 years. Also by a son, Joseph, and daughter Margaret Gentile and their families. Branch members are asked to write, or telephone me on news and events in their families. My phone number is 215-543-8876. Honor For Artist (Reprinted with permission of the Bridgeport (CT) Post) Steven Dohanos of West­­port has put his stamps on the country. The latest honor for the longtime Farfield County resi­dent is the dedication by the U.S. Postal Service of its Hall of Stamps in Washington, D.C. A plaque installed at the Hall of Stamps reads in part: “From the time he created his first stamp design in 1959 through today, Mr. Dohanos has worked with stamp art during the administrations of seven presidents of the United States and nine post­masters general.” The inscription also recognizes Dohanos’ “many contributions to the United States Postal Service as a stamp designer and member, chairman and design coor­dinator for the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee.” Not only has Dohanos dis­tinguished himself with his many designs for stamps, he has also executed more than 100 covers for the Saturday Evening Post magazine. Throughout his career, he has been regarded as a workhorse who met all of his deadlines. In an interview a few years ago, Dohanos remarked: “Self-discipline is terribly im­portant for an artist . . . It’s not enough just to have talent. You must produce.” Dohanos is known as an interpreter of the American scene. Many of his works feature locales and settings familiar to Fairfield County residents. He has often been compared with Norman Rockwell for his attention to accuracy and detail. Dohanos began his adult life working as a truck driver and carpenter’s apprentice in a small Ohio town. His perseverance in his chosen profession has gained him in­ternational recognition and inspired a generation of young artists, including his three sons, who also have at­tained successful careers in art. The U.S. Postal Service honor to Dohanos is well­­deserved. Blair County News The Blair County District of the William Penn Association presented a check in the amount of $800 from the Father Beiter Club to the Bishop of the Altoona- Johnstown Diocese. This donation is to be used by the Catholic Chaplain at the Huntingdon Correctional In­stitution. The money is used to buy rosaries, prayer books and other religious items that the Pennsylvania Governor’s Heritage Affairs Commission 1984 Christmas The Commonwealth’s cultural holiday festivity, “Christmas ... An Ethnic Ex­perience,” opened Dec. 9 at the State Museum of Penn­sylvania in Harrisburg to record numbers who came to view the traditional holiday customs of 24 countries from around the world. The Polish Coraliers, a 40-member group represent­ing a variety of churches in Schuylkill County, sang tradi­tional Polish Christmas carols as the crowd assembled for the opening ceremony. Gov. Dick Thornburgh, the distinguished speaker, was delighted with the turnout and the ethnic decorations. “This magnificent gallery of trees,” he said, “represent­ing 24 of our Common­wealth’s ethnic communities state does not furnish to the prisoners. Several years ago the fund was established in order to insure the continuance of this worthy project. Memberships to the Father Beitler Club are still available. If you are in­terested you may contact George Dorman, District Secretary/Treasurer, William Penn Association, Blair Coun­ty District, 309 Walton Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602, or by contacting any District member. The benefits of this Club are also extended to the Catholic Chaplain serving the Blair County jail. Some District members often attend the weekly mass at the Blair County jail and assist the Chaplain wherever possible. The Blair County District is to be highly commended for its years of service to the apostolaié of the imprisoned. is a fine blend of old world custom and contemporary practice.” “It is, in fact, a colorful holiday forest, symbolically transplanted from other forests of millions of trees throughout the world and decorated with hand-crafted items reflecting our individual ethnic traditions. This forest symbolized humanity’s eter­nal hope to be joined together in peace and under­standing.” The governor reminded all people of their duty to care for and comfort those less fortunate not only in December but throughout the year. Other speakers included Dr. Larry E. Tise, executive director of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Com­mission; Carl R. Nold, direc­tor of the State Museum of Pennsylvania; and Charles Bojanic, chairman of the Governor’s Heritage Affairs Advisory Commission. Continued on page 22 column 3 CHECK PRESENTATION — Blair County District Chairman Charles Matko, left, and Leroy Douglas, right, joined in presenting Bishop James J. Hogan with a check for $800 to be used for service to the apostolate of the imprisoned. 20 Entertainment was provided by Charles Holden and his puppets and marionettes.

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