William Penn Life, 1985 (20. évfolyam, 1-6. szám)
1985-05-01 / 3. szám
“Your Money’s Worth” By John L. Lovász, National Treasurer Your will may be the most important single document you will sign in your lifetime. For in this document you will distribute all the worldly possessions you have worked all your life to accumulate. The reasons for having a will: 1. To dispose of your belongings to those whom YOU wish in the proportions that YOU chose. 2. To provide for your loved ones in the best possible way. 3. To let all interested relatives and/or friends know your wishes. 4. To make it easier for the recipients of your possessions to obtain and use what you left and to avoid fights. 5. To reveal aspects of your financial affairs that may be unknown to anybody else. 6. To ease the task of whoever is going to take care of minor children and influence the choice of any guardian. 7. And, most important, to avoid bottomless pitfalls of dying “intestate” . . . without a will. In this case, dying without a will, your property would be distributed according to the laws of the state in which you lived; you could forfeit important tax advantages costing many dollars; your close relatives share in your estate, but most often not in the same proportions you would have wanted — you actually might penalize your most loved ones. The best way to guarantee your family trouble is NOT to make a will. The only way to make certain your wishes are carried out is to leave a will stating exactly who is going to get what and when. Remember, life insurance is the best way to provide your loved ones with immediate cash after your death. Death benefit proceeds do NOT go into your estate, but are paid to your designated beneficiaries. Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting of the William Penn Association Held on Monday, April 15, 1985 in the Board Room of the Home Office in Pittsburgh, PA 1) Chairman of the Board Stephen G. Danko opened the meeting at 10:15 A.M. He welcomed the National Officers, Board of Directors, Advisory Board Members and the Auditing Committee to the 1985 Spring Board Meeting. He expressed sincere hope that the meeting will be fruitful. He called upon National President John Sabo for his opening remarks. 2) President Sabo extended warm greetings to everyone present including the Auditing Committee Members who are present for the opening remarks. The past three months have been very busy for the National Officers and the Home Office Staff preparing year-end reports and the preparation of the Association’s Annual Statement. The computer programs are progressing well at the Home Office. The second edition of the new official publication has been printed and mailed. The mailing list for the publication is being updated so that each person who did not receive the publication will receive their copy. SPEAKING FRATERNALLY By John F. Kenawell Many of you are aware I underwent unexpected hospitalization and surgery during the month of April. As unpleasant as this illness was, the fraternal experience was very rewarding. The number of get well cards, phone inquiries and personal visits was overwhelming and your prayers have returned me to good health. It shows that the Fraternal Spirit is still strong among the members of the William Penn Association. President John Sabo welcomed President Emeritus Elmer Charles to this board meeting. He was happy to see that his health had improved so he can attend the meeting along with his fellow Advisory Board members. The members rose and welcomed President Emeritus Elmer Charles with a hearty round of applause. President Sabo announced the following deaths: Zoltán Gombos — Editor of the two largest Hungarian newspapers in the United States. Albert Kocsis —* Last Supreme President of the former Rákóczi Aid Association. Janos Gosztonyi — Secretary of the Hungarian World Federation in Budapest. Robert Arvay — Brother of Director Joseph Arvay. Paula Erdeky — Mother of retired employees Helen Erdeky and Muncie Allen. Mary Murin — Sister-in-law of Director Albert G. Kertesz. The members present rose for a moment of silent prayer in memory of the deceased. Hospitalized were: John L. Lovász — National Treasurer John F. Kenawell — Executive Vice President. 3) Chairman Danko thanked President Sabo for his opening remarks. He also welcomed President Emeritus Elmer Charles to this meeting and re-4) President Emeritus Elmer Charles thanked the Chairman for the opportunity to say a few words. He expressed joy to be present with the Board Members, Advisory Board Members, National Officers and Auditing Committee Members especially during the Easter holiday season. He felt it proper to say rejoice, because the Easter holiday is the holiday of our faith, of our trust and our belief of what has happened and what will happen to all of us. He commended his wife Marie, for nursing him back to health. Mr. Charles stated that he had some deep scars, however, much of these scars have turned into stars. He has faith and love for his fellow man. The Association still represents love and faith in one another. He reminded the members that the foundation of this society is still Hungarian. We should preserve our heritage and foster our language. We should abide by our Charter and By-Laws if we are to be successful. Mr. Charles noted the results of our last Annual Statement. He was sorry he could not be part of this fine effort, however, he was proud that he was the builder of the foundation upon which the Association is progressing. He congratulated the National Officers and Board of Directors for its success. He is happy to be back because he is still in love with the William Penn Association. He extended cordial greetings to the Auditing Committee and acknowledged the work they perform. He extended greetings to the Advisory Board Members. He extended best wishes for a successful meeting and pledged his allegiance to the Association. Continued on page 10, column 3 During my twelve day stay in the hospital I had the opportunity to realize how fortunate I was to have so many friends. But what about those who aren’t so lucky, those whose family lives a great distance away and who do not belong to the William Penn Association; those not having the benefit of so many fraternal brothers and sisters as I did? Concern for our fraternal friends during their time of need has always been part of our Society, but let’s not stop there. Here are a few suggestions: #1 — Hospitals need volunteers for various services such as delivering mail and magazines, assist patients in wheelchairs and help in the chaplains’ duties. #2 —Take the time to visit someone from your neighborhood or church who is in the hospital or recuperating at home. Take along a small gift if appropriate. #3 — If you cannot do the above it takes 'just a few minutes to send a “Get Well” card or write a personal note to someone you know is ill. Remember, you may be the best medicine they ever receive. These are just a few suggestions. I’m sure there are many more. If you have additional ideas, please let me know and I will pass them on to others. By Gay B. Banes Budapest Brass Quintet Smashing Success in Pittsburgh Debut That is what we have to say about the concert presented by the Budapest Brass Quintet at its Pittsburgh debut on Sunday afternoon, April 21 at 3:00 p.m. at Pitt’s Benedum Hall. Almost 400 friends and guests attended the concert. They reacted enthusiastically to some of the fastest, most polished and exciting brass virtuosity they could hope to hear. Unfortunately, other Pittsburgh concerts preempted our local music critics time, so I shall quote Mary Nie Shenk of the “St. Petersburg Times,” who wrote the review for the group’s first U.S. concert in Clearwater, Florida, March 29. “In Hungary’s roadside cafes and Budapest's restaurants, it is not unusual to hear native gypsy music and even Liszt’s familiar Hungarian rhapsodies played at the drop of a hat — on string instruments, a cimbalom and xylophone. But the fabulous Budapest Brass players, ranging in age from 30 to 40 — trumpeters Pál Petz and István Palotai, French hornist Imre Magyari, trombonist, István Farkas and tubist László Szabó — play the fastmoving, expressive music with just as much verve and flexibility on what would seem to be highly unlikely valve and slide horns. “Their sounds are marvelous. Their dynamic contrasts and brilliant crescendos are thrilling, and their speed tongueing and fingerings are fantastic. Just imagine Carnival of Venice, the demanding trumpet solo, played on two trumpets with horn calls plus trombone and tuba, and you have the wonderful Variations on a Tyrolean Theme, which the quintet added to its program. It opens with a beautiful introduction of Alpine calls on the French horn, which is followed by a lovely tune by full, mellow brass, developed in rich, close harmony. “Weiner’s contemporary styling for Hungarian Rhapsody, Op. 128 utilized the structure and tempo patterns of the basic rhapsody, but in modern dress. The intensity of Hubay’s Csardas JScene, Hejre Kati, Op. 32, continued the style of exhilarating Hungarian music, starting with a dramatic introduction then building in tempo and volume with tantalizing dance rhythms. The switchover trumpet melodies between Petz and Palotai reached a climax in this fascinating selection.” After the concert the Quintet was hosted at the Youghiogheny Country Club with 120 in attendance. Everyone enjoyed the outstanding buffet dinner prepared by the “Yough” staff. Centerpieces on the tables arranged by Barbara Botkin with fresh flowers and American and Hungarian flags were accented by Hungarian Continued on page 12, column 5 3
