William Penn Life, 1987 (22. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1987-02-01 / 2. szám

Page 10, William Penn Life, February 1987 Branch News Jolly Ol' Saint Nick paid a special visit to the 75 children attending the annual family Christmas party hosted by Branch 88, Rural Valley, Pa. Santa gave each child a gift and listened to their Christmas wishes. Br. 88 hosts 75 children RURAL VALLEY, PA — The Association’s Branch 88 held an­other successful family Christmas party in December. About 75 children and a number of their parents joined together for the annual party. The children especially enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus. One by one the children sat on Santa’s knee and told him what they wanted for Christmas. Santa gave each child a yuletide gift. The children and their parents joined in the singing of favorite Christmas carols. All enjoyed partaking of the delicious food and refreshments provided. We would like to thank those who helped make the party a success, including Tony DeVivo, Alex Chobody, Dennis Chobody and Thomas Helgren. Br. 129 coordinator retires By AI Bartfay Branch 129 Reporter COLUMBUS, OH — The end of 1986 saw the retirement of Irene Voss as branch coordinator in Columbus. Irene has been a part of the Columbus William Penn office since 1970. She has been an important part of the "Columbus glue” (talented members, hard work and fun) that has held the branch together over the years. This past September, Irene was awarded a beautiful silver plate by the branch and a Plaque of Appreciation for her "labor of love” on behalf of the branch. Though she is gone from her regular post at the agency office at 975 South Parsons, she is not forgotten. Many of her friends are still contacting her to keep up-to-date on the latest William Penn policies, either by visiting her neatly kept home at 510 East Moler on the southside or by calling her at (614) 444-1702. Our tip of the Magyar kalap goes to this very special lady septegenarian. March 1987 marks the 57th wedding anniversary of two of Columbus’ most vigorous mem­bers, David and Margaret George, the parents of three grown child­ren. Their daughters, Marge and Velma, were both branch officers this past year. Their son David Jr. is a pharmacologist living in Connecticut. Along with a contingent of other Columbus members this Irene Voss past year, David and Margaret kept busy with William Penn Centennial activities, attending banquets and events in Pittsburgh, Ligonier, Pa., and Dayton, Ohio. Otto Leonardo and his son Jeff recently returned to Hungary to attend the funeral of Otto’s mother. Jeff reported that there was quite a bit of snow and fog in evidence in Budapest. Our "swing into spring” April meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. April 8 at Leonardo’s. Whether you are an "old member” or a "new member”, we hope to see you there. For information call (614) 443-7797. South Bend holds annual party The recently-elected officer of Branch 132, South Bend, Ind., for the year 1987 an (seated from left) Frank J. Wukovits Jr., Msgr. Elmer G. Peterson, Frank J. Wukovits Sr., AlexJ. Horvath, Ruth Baumgartner (and standing from left) Gary Clevenger, Jerry Healey, Goldie Pal, Kathleen M Wukovits, Leslie Baumgartner, Joseph Bertolan and Steve Pécsi. By Kathleen M. Wukovits Branch 132 Reporter SOUTH BEND, IN — On Dec. 13, 1986, Branch 132 held its annual family Christmas party in the William Penn Hall. About 250 children and parents attend­ed, making this once again a very successful Christmas party. National Director Frank J. Wukovits Jr. opened the program by welcoming the children and their parents with greetings on behalf of the Home Office, the National Directors and Officers and Branch 132 Officers and Directors. Shirley Rolko led the program with the singing of Christmas carols. All the families joined in the singing with the children. Next, everyone was entertained by the "Polish Wiserd”, Rod Danilewicz. He gained the atten­tion of young and old alike as he performed many amazing magic tricks, some with the help of children and parents from the audience. Jolly OP Sanata Claus appeared greeting all the children. After listening to the children’s Christ­mas wishes, Santa presented the children with coloring books, crayons, candy and their choice of a toy. After visiting with Santa Claus, the children were served refresh­ments consisting of potato chips, pop, ice cream and cookies. The cookies were made by the Ladies Auxiliary. Handing out all the goodies were "Santa’s Helpers”: Goldie Pal, Shirley Rolko, Pauline Menyhárt, Charlene Bailey, Kath­leen M. Wukovits, Mary Ann Wukovits, Gladys Wukovits, Virginia Wolford, Helen Almas­­sy, Ruth Baumgartner, Frank J. Wukovits Sr., Frank J. Wukovits Jr., Steve Pécsi, Bernard Bailey, Gary Clevenger and Leslie Baum­gartner. Later that day, our annual workers Christmas party took place, showing gratitude to all those who willingly gave of their time to promote social and frater­nal activities throughout the year for Branch 132. Following a deli­cious dinner and pleasant conver­sation, some of the members went downstairs and played cards. On Dec. 19, Mrs. Ruth Baum­gartner, with the help of her husband Leslie, went shopping for and later delivered food bas­kets to three South Bend families. These food baskets helped to feed 12 people. Two of the families’ names were obtained through the St. Vincent de Paul Society. This act of fraternalism, with the help of the Home Office, enabled three local families to have a Merry Christmas. . At the December branch meet­ing the following were elected as branch officers for 1987: Frank J. Wukovits Sr., president; Frank J. Wukovits Jr., first vice presi­dent; Steve Pécsi, second vice president; AlexJ. Horvath, secret­ary-treasurer. Also elected were Leslie C. Baumgartner, social fund treasur­er; Msgr. Elmer G. Peterson, chaplain and librarian; Kathleen M. Wukovits, reporter; Ruth Baumgartner, social and welfare chairwoman; Goldie Pal, director; and Gary Clevenger, Joseph Bert­olan and Jerry Healey, auditors. Springdale, PaM elects officers for 1987 By Michael J. Pellegrino Branch 296 Publicity Agent SPRINGDALE, PA — The Dec­ember meeting of Branch 296, Springdale, Pa., was held on Dec. 17, 1986, at the United Church of Christ in Springdale. John Balia, who for 30 years has served as branch president, was unanimously re-elected. Also re-elected were John Simon, vice president; Pauline Besci, secre­tary; and Jim Mozga, treasurer; Michael Pellegrino, publicity agent; and Mary Wesoloski, Jennie Wislie and Sue Szali, auditors. Following adjournment of the meeting, refreshments and sand­wiches were served. The branch’s annual Christmas Branch 296 officers for 1987 are (from left) George Charles, branch coordinator; James Mozga, treasurer; Jennie Wislie, auditor; John Simon, vice president; John Balia, president; Pauline Besci, secretary; Mary Wesoloski, auditor; Sus Szalis, auditor; and Elmer Charles, president emeritus of the William Penn Association. party for members and children was held Dec. 20 at the United Church of Christ. The party was well attended. Those in attendance included National Secretary E. E. Vargo and Executive Vice President John F. Kenawell. After the party, lunch and refreshments were served downstairs. Branch 24 party termed a great success By Betty Akai Branch 24 Reporter CHICAGO — Branch 24, Chi­cago, is happy to report that our Christmas party was a great suc­cess. The hall was filled with grown-ups. Branch President Charles Akai welcomed our nice group. He assured all present that it would be an enjoyable afternoon. Our program was short, but nice. We joined in singing carols from our lovely William Penn carol books. A delicious chicken dinner with all the trimmings was served. The officers and members of Branch 24 are very grateful to the Home Office for its generous contributions in helping to make our party a huge success. The officers and members of Branch 24 wish all a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

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