William Penn Life, 1988 (23. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1988-03-01 / 3. szám
I OFFICIAL PUBLICATION WILLIAM PENN ASSOCIATION Volume 23 March 1988 Number 3 mmm 4-yearolA Nikoletta Pecsvarady of Hungary relaxes in her room at Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh following her recent liver transplant. Costs for her operation and other medical treatment could reach $200,000. Life support William Penn joins effort to pay young girVs hospital hills PITTSBURGH — The William Penn Association has joined a nationwide appeal to alleviate the medical expenses of a 4- year-old Hungarian girl who recently underwent a liver transplant. The girl, Nikoletta Pecsvarady of Sárospatak, Hungary, underwent the life-saving operation Jan. 16 at Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh. Since then, "Niki” has experienced bouts with minor fevers and higher-than-normal white blood cell counts. But, her doctors remain cautiously optimistic saying medication may allow Niki to recover normally without needing a second transplant. Even if all goes well, Niki’s medical expenses could reach as high as $200,000. Hungarian organizations and churches across the nation have united in an effort to raise funds to cover Niki’s hospital bills. Many William Penn members have already contributed to the effort and many more have asked how they can help. See *Niki’ Page 2 Association offers special children’s fare to Hungary 1 PITTSBURGH - The William Penn is making it easier for more of its young members to visit Hungary and learn the language and culture of their ancestors. The Association will pay onehalf of the expenses for those children who wish to travel to Hungary with the winners of the Lake Balaton Fonyod Camp/ Membership Campaign Contest. The trip will include a twoweek stay at the Fonyod Camp on the banks of Lake Balaton. There, the children will gather with Hungarian children for informal classes in Hungarian language and culture. The camp will provide 24- hour security and medical services. Plus, the William Penn will provide two of its own chaperons, who will accompany the children for their entire stay in Hungary. Following the camp, the children will embark on a special oneweek tour of Hungary’s historic sites. To be eligible for the 50 percent savings, a child must be between the ages of 8 and 14 and a member of the William Penn prior to Feb. 1, 1988. Children meeting these qualifications do not have to be enrolled in the contest to receive the savings. Expenses for which the Association will cover half the costs include roundtrip air fare to and from Hungary, all camp fees and all tour costs. Contest winners will have all their expenses paid for by the Association. A maximum of 40 children will be sent on this special trip. Parents interested in this halfoff offer should contact George S. Charles, Jr., William Penn Association, 709 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15233; phone (412)231-2979. Golf set for July 23 CLEVELAND — The Fifth Annual WPA National Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, July 23, at the Brunswick Hills Golf Club, southwest of Cleveland. And one or more lucky golfers may drive home from the tournament in a brand new car. A new car will be awarded to any golfer who makes a hole-inone, the Home Office revealed in announcing the tournament date. "We are very excited about this year’s tournament. The awarding of a new car for a hole-inone should really add to that excitement for everyone,” said National Secretary E. E. Vargo. More details on the tournament will appear in the next issue. Hotel, Notre Dame ready to greet bowlers By Frank J. Wukovits, Sr. Member, National Advisory Board SOUTH BEND, IN — Branch 132 South Bend is paving the way for the William Penn’s 45th National Bowling Tournament and Scholarship Days to be held here May 27 to 29. Guests will be staying at the South Bend Marriott Hotel. All of the guest rooms are being remodeled and include individual climate control, AM/FM clock radio, satellite TV and two directdial telephones with message lights. The Marriott’s new skywalk connects the hotel to Century Center. The hotel also is only minutes away from the University of Notre Dame, Studebaker National Museum and Potawatomi Zoo. The beautiful Looking Glass Restaurant, with hours for early risers and later diners, offers views of both the city and atrium. Featured are weekly buffets, a Sunday brunch and deli bars. Special services at the hotel include free parking, express check-out and a complimentary morning newspaper. The University of Notre Dame is one attraction our bowlers and guests will not want to miss. To most Americans, South Bend means Notre Dame. All bowlers and guests will behold a site that will never be forgotten as they come into South Bend — the golden dome of Notre Dame. A free tour of the campus is being planned for everyone attending the tournament. Those wishing to join the tour should contact Frank J. Wukovits Sr. Chippewa Bowl, near the hotel, offers 70 lanes, a cocktail lounge, coffee shop and pro shop. Bowling entry forms and hotel and banquet reservation forms will be mailed to all branches. Please return them as soon as possible. Inside ■ New Jersey branches to host dinner..............................Page 2. ■ The latest news from our Home for the Elderly...........Page 2. ■ Branches report on recent and future events .... Pages 4-6. ■ Minutes from the December Board meeting...........Page 7. ■ Auditor to teach Hungarian class........ .................Page 8 Next Deadline March 18
