William Penn Life, 1985 (20. évfolyam, 1-6. szám)
1985-01-01 / 1. szám
BRANCH ACTIVITIES By Joseph Hodits CHICAGO, IL — Branch 15 held its annual Christmas party in early December. John Galambos, the newly appointed William Penn representative, attended the event and played the role of Santa Claus. He presented each of the young guests with gifts. Refreshments for the party were arranged and served by Mrs. Joseph Hodits and Ms. B. Burke. BRANCH 15 — Here are scenes from the Branch 15 party held in Chicago in December. A visit by Santa was the highlight of the occasion. Branch 16, New Jersey News On Sunday, December 2, 1984, we had our annual Family Christmas Party. After a delicious lunch, Steve Mészáros, our Branch Secretary-Treasurer, led the children in singing Christmas carols. He was helped by George Mirkovich, playing the accordian. Mr. Mészáros introduced Michael J. Hrabar, our Branch President and National Auditor, who extended holiday greetings from the Home Office. The children, young and old, were entertained by Jorjie, the Clown, who performed magic acts and made balloon animals for the children. But what all the children really waited for was the arrival of Santa Claus. Our thanks to all who helped with the preparations: Mr. & Mrs. Michael Hrabar; Mr. & Mrs. Steve Mészáros; Mr. & Mrs. George Mirkovich, Mr. Sabo and Annette Hrabar. At the December branch meeting, the following officers were elected for 1985; Michael Hrabar, President; Mary Mészáros, Vice President; Steve Mészáros, Secretary-Treasurer; Ann Hrabar and Annette Hrabar, Auditors and Michaelene Mirkovich, Reporter. My family and I wish you all a Very Healthy and Happy New Year. Michaelene Mirkovich, Reporter Mt. St. George Administrator Retires Pictured left to right: Nicholas Kotik, Mt. St. Geo. Adm.: John Sabo, National President: Nartz Gajewski; Gus Nagy, National Secretary; John F. Kenawell, Executive Vice President. #8014 — South Side Hosted December’s District Meeting — Participated in District’s party for House of Hospitality — Served refreshments after Branch meeting. #8017 — Altoona, St. Mary’s Held discussion on Mt. St. George — Attended outdoor Rosary Rally — Attended District Memorial mass. #8019 — North Side Filled six food baskets for needy families — Helped at parish Christmas Bazaar. #8020 — McKees Rocks Sponsored three major Christmas parties — Robison Development Center — Holy Family Institute and Mt. St. George. Held recognition dinner to honor members — Made contributions to Fire Department and Chamber of Commerce. #8021 — Mt. Oliver Participated in Memorial Service — Sent Christmas presents to St. Vincent’s and House of Hospitality. #8036 — Scottdale Held Christmas dinner-dance and attended District Memorial mass. #8307 — Beaver Falls Held annual Christmas party — Made donation to St. Mary’s for Christmas flowers — Held social after Branch meeting. #8048 — Latrobe Participated in District Memorial mass. #8050 — Etna Held Annual Christmas dinner — Held Branch bingo — Served refreshments after meeting. #8057 — Verona Hosted District Communion breakfast — Participated in Memorial mass — Made donation to St. Joseph’s building fund. #8073 — Allentown Held Annual Memorial mass on Thanksgiving day. #8095 — Uniontown Members participated in Annual Christmas party and Memorial mass. #8099 — McKeesport Held reorganization meeting and set up calendar of events for 1985 — Participated in Christmas party held by Branch 226. #8103 — Altoona, St. Mark’s Participated in Blair County District Memorial mass and Christmas party — Made donation to St. Mark’s and Holy Rosary parishes. #8114 — Clarion Packed and delivered 3,000 pounds of used clothing for parish — Held Memorial mass on Thanksgiving day and served coffee and donuts afterward — Held Annual Christmas party — participated in parish project. #8121 — St. Mary’s (Women) Held Annual Christmas party — Conducted social after regular Branch meeting. #8126 — St. Mary’s (Men) Read communications from Fr. Damion, O.S.B. to Branch members — Held annual Christmas party. #8149 — Swissvale Participated in retreat at Mt. St. George — Held annual card party — Held Branch Christmas party — Collected gifts for Mt. St. George residents. #8155 Steelton Branch helped decorate St. John’s church and helped purchase new tables for school cafeteria — Made Christmas contribution to parish — Sent cards to seriously ill members of parish — Gave gifts to Altar bovs. #8164 — Steubenville Made donations to St. Anthony’s church — Heard talk by Pastor, Msgr. Paul Richter — Served refreshments during meeting. #8189 — Tyrone Participated in various District activities including Rosary Rally — Christmas party and Memorial mass. #8222 — Wilkinsburg Held Annual Christmas party — Collected funds for St. Joseph Home’s beauty shop — Participated in District Memorial mass. #8231 — Altoona, St. Leo’s Made Christmas donation to St. Leo’s parish — Participated in District Christmas party and Memorial mass. #8261 — Philadelphia Worked at St. Francis Inn, a soup kitchen for the needy — Distributed food baskets to the poor at Christmas — made donation to help flood victims of Cape Verde Island. #8321 — Windber Held Memorial mass — Participated in St. Anthony of Padua’s activities including fund raising auction and clothing drive. #8326 — Smithton Hosted District Memorial mass — Sold parish Christmas cards — Held Annual Christmas party. #8340 — Dundalk Held Annual Communion Breakfast in November — Held Memorial mass at St. Rita’s parish. #8351 — Altoona, Our Lady of Lourdes Participated in District activities including Christmas party and Memorial mass — Planned activities for 1985. #8369 — Philadelphia Held gala Christmas show for needy children — Annual activities reviewed by Branch. Branch 226, McKeesport News Election of Officers for Branch 226 took place on Saturday, December 15, at a meeting held in the social room of St. Stephen’s R. C. Church on Beacon Street. All Officers were unanimously reelected and will serve in 1985. President, Louis L. Siebert; Vice President, Edward M. Rietski; Secretary, Barbara B. Botkin; Treasurer, Violet B. Lenart; Auditors, Ethel Sabo and Anne Siebert. Our Annual Family Christmas Party was held on Sunday, December 16, in the auditorium of St. Stephen’s Church. The Officers of our Branch served as the Committee in charge of all arrangements for the party and they really worked hard in making this the most successful event we have ever had. The guests, children and adults, began to arrive at 2:00 p.m., and by 2:30 P.M., the brightly decorated tables were filled. After refreshments for the adults, and orange drinks for the children, the program was opened by Barbara Botkin, Branch Manager, welcoming all those present on behalf of Branch 226. She then introduced a most delightful artist- Clown-Magician, Notso- Magnifico who entertained for an hour. We all were thrilled with his acts of magic and the children and Dan Wahl, agency manager enthusiastically assisted him in presenting some of his acts. Following the singing of Christmas carols, Santa Claus came and the children lined up to visit with him and to receive their gifts of candy and money. All present then enjoyed a delicious buffet luncheon in true fraternal spirit! As in all good things, the party reached its end and, after many “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year” wishes, mid hugs and kisses, our guests departed. Continued on page 10 column 1 Nartz Gajewski retired after serving our Society faithfully for over 10 years. Mr. Gajewski started with the former Catholic Knights of St. George in 1974 as the Director of Fraternal Activities. He was appointed in September 1980 as the first Lay Administrator to Mt. St. George. Mr. Gajewski was previously employed in a professional capacity with the Boy Scouts of America for over 20 years. He served our country in the U.S. Air Force from 1941 to 1945. He and his wife Mary reside in Nanticoke, PA and have raised four children. A luncheon was held in honor of his retirement. He was presented with a silver ring of the former Catholic Knights of St. George. 7
