William Penn Life, 1989 (24. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1989-02-01 / 2. szám

Page 8, William Penn Life, February 1989 Branch News Continued from Page 5 The annual election of branch officers was held at a meeting prior to the party. Those elected were: John Orris, president; Dor­othy Gall, secretary; Margaret Marone, treasurer; and Louis Vanyo, auditor. Branch 59 will hold future meetings on the second Sunday of each month at 4:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hungarian Catholic Church Hall, 705 Somerset Ave., Windber. Branch 71 Duquesne, PA Branch 89 Homestead, PA By Ruth D. Toth Branch 89 Reporter The annual family Christmas par­ty for Branch 89 Homestead and Branch 71 Duquesne was held Dec. 4 at the Homeville Fire Hall in West Mifflin, Pa. Each year we surpass the pre­vious year’s attendance. The turn­out was great and we could not have asked for better weather. As the children entered the hall they were given refreshments and a bag of goodies. The program began with Na­tional Director Elmer Toth wel­coming all and introducing the members of the official family who were present: National Sec­retary and Mrs. E. E. Vargo, National Vice President Zoltán B. Emri, former National Secre­tary and Mrs. Gus G. Nagy, and former National Director Wil­liam C. Kohut. Also present were Agency Manager and Mrs. Joseph Bar­­reiro. Mr. Toth also introduced the officers of the branches. The entertainment was provid­ed by the famous magician Harry Albacker who amazed the audi­ence with his many magic tricks. What a treat it was for some of the children to participate in his magic show. Following the show, National Director Roger G. Nagy and his wife Donna joined some of the children to lead everyone in the singing of Christmas carols. As we sang Santa arrived in the hall with a jolly "Ho! Ho! Ho!” and distributed gifts and candy to each child and a box of candy to each adult member. After Santa’s visit a buffet lunch was served. Again, it was another successful family Christ­mas party that will be remember­ed by all who were there. We want to thank the follow­ing officers and members who helped make the party a success: Roger and Donna Nagy, Sarah Nagy, Greg Nagy (our photogra­pher), Betty Nagy, Elmer Toth, Ruth Toth, Lisa Toth, Elaine Toth, John Toth, Richard Toth, Ann Walick and Helen Shu­maker. The officers and members of Branches 71 and 89 wish the National Officers, Board of Di­Branch 132 officers for 1989 are: (from left) Frank J. Wukovits Jr., controller; Joseph Bertalan, auditor; Steve Pécsi, second vice president; Kenneth J. Wentland, first vice president; Frank J. Wukovits Sr., president; Alex J. Horvath, secretary-treasurer; Bruce J. Ehardt, social fund treasurer; Msgr. Elmer G. Peterson, chaplain and librarian; and Max Moore, auditor. Branch 132 Ladies Auxiliary officers for 1989 are: (front, from left) Goldie Pal, president; Isabel Hupka, auditor; (back) Eva Benzur, treasurer; Helen Pécsi, vice president; Mary Ann Wukovits, secretary; and Martha Egyházi, vice president. rectors, Home Office employees and all the members of the Wil­liam Penn Association much hap­piness in 1989. Branch 76 Philadelphia, PA By Clara Fenessy Branch 76 Secretary In keeping with the true holiday spirit, some members of Branch 76 attended a gala Christmas party Dec. 10 as guests of the Philadelphia Hungarian Club. Among those present were Gladys Farkas, Clara Fenessy, Steve and Sophia Juraky, Carol Gyuraki, Joe and Annabel Karoly, Katherine Kanya, Steve Pokorny, and Steve and Elsie Szemes. Everyone enjoyed the delicious food, the caroling, and the friend­ly atmosphere. Branch officers elected for the coming year are: John Mikula, president; John Gubicza, vice president; Elsie Szemes, treasurer; Clara Fenessy, secretary; and Helen Molnár and Steve Pokorny, auditors. Our branch, in keeping with the true fraternal tradition, made contributions to the William Penn’s Scholarship Fund, the Erdély Fund, the American Hun­garian Foundation, the Bethlen Home, Little Flower Manor, and the Philadelphia Hungarian Club. Helen Molnár recently return­ed from an enjoyable extended visit with her many relatives in Hungary. For all your insurance needs and related matters, please call Branch Coordinator Steve Szemes at 543-8876. Best wishes to all for a happy, healthy and peaceful 1989. Branch 132 South Bend, IN By Frank J. Wukovits, Sr. Branch 132 President The Sixth Annual Membership Dinner Dance held by the Wil­liam Penn Social Club on Nov. 26 was a great fraternal gathering with members enjoying each other’s company. The usual free cocktail hour preceded a delicious Hungarian style dinner of breaded chicken, parsley potatoes, homemade sau­sage, hurka and all the trimmings. Dancing followed with music furnished by the Don Sugar Or­chestra until midnight. Our annual family Christmas party was held Dec. 17 in the William Penn Hall. It was one of the most successful family Christ­mas parties we’ve held, with about 200 children and parents in attendance. Branch President Frank J. Wukovits Sr. opened the pro­gram welcoming everyone on be­half of the National Directors and Officers and Branch 132 Officers and Directors. The program commenced with the singing of Christmas carols led by Eva Benzur and Charline Bailey with a chorus, who were joined by all the children and their parents. Magician Frank Finley then entertained the audience with an enjoyable show. As more carols were sung, Santa (Steve Pécsi) arrived, greet­ing each child and presenting each with a box of Christmas candy. The children then had the opportunity to pick a toy of their choice. Afterwards, everyone enjoyed refreshments, potato chips, ice cream, soda pop and other goodies served by Santa’s helpers, namely Eva Benzur, Maria Burus, Goldie Pal, Isabel Hupka, Helen Pécsi, Michele Horvath, Mary Ann Wukovits, Victor Benzur and National Director Frank J. Wukovits Jr. After group picture taking, nice door prizes were won by Ashley Rzepka, Sarah Wuergler and Bob Tanner. The Christmas spirit continued in the evening. Guests of Branch 132, the officers and their spous­es, and all the committee mem­bers and their spouses gathered in the hall to enjoy the annual Christmas dinner and refresh­ments. Joy and love were in abundance as all wished each other happi­ness, good health and prosperity in the new year. Branch 132 held its annual election of officers on Dec. 13. Those elected to serve in 1989 were: Frank J. Wukovits Sr., president; Kenneth J. Wentland, first vice president; Steve Pécsi, second vice president; Alex J. Horvath, secretary/treasurer; Bruce J. Horvath, social fund treasurer; Joseph Bertolan and Max Moore, auditors; and Msgr. Elmer G. Peterson, chaplain and librarian. Branch 150 Masontown, PA By Louis Jesso Branch 150 Secretary/Treasurer The Christmas party for members of Branch 150 was held Dec. 18 at the Pal’s Citizens Social and Athletic Club social hall, with about 30 children and 36 adult members in attendance. Before the arrival of Santa, the children sang Christmas carols, played games and entered con­tests in which special prizes were awarded. The Pal’s Ladies Auxiliary served refreshments and drinks to the children and parents. Then Santa Oulms Jesso) ar­rived and talked to all the children before he gave out treats of apples, oranges, popcorn balls, candy canes, candy, coloring books and crayons. Branch officers in attendance were President Louis C. Nagy Sr., Vice President Joe Dalnoky, Secretary /Treasurer Louis Jesso, and Auditors William Dunham and Julius Jesso. Branch 159 Phoenixville, PA By William Kovach Branch 159 Coordinator The ninth annual family Christ­mas party for Branch 159 was held Dec. 4. Branch Coordinator Bill Kovach welcomed all the children, parents and grandpar­ents on behalf of the National Officers. He also urged everyone to sup­port the William Penn’s scholar­ship fund which has helped many students from Branch 159 meet the staggering expenses of a col­lege education. Huggy-Ho-Bo, a professional clown, entertained everyone with his funny antics until the arrival of Santa Claus. Santa, portrayed by Alvin Wal­lace, presented all the children with gifts and boxes of candy. He also gave each mother a special present. Refreshments were enjoyed by everyone. Many thanks to Carol­ine Kovach for all her work in preparing the party. For your insurance needs con­tact Bill Kovach at 933-8391. Branch 189 Alliance, OH By Marie Duruttya Branch 189 Reporter Branch 189 held its election of officers for 1989 on Dec. 11 at the William Penn Club. Elected to office were: Wilbur "Zack” Taylor, president; Mike Durut­tya, secretary-treasurer; and Ken­neth Nile and Geraldine Taylor, auditors. The oath of office was given by the branch reporter. Following the installation, a luncheon was prepared and served by Lola Longobardi. The family Christmas party was held Dec. 18. The children sat in wonder of Santa and Mrs. Claus. The looks on the little faces were of anticipation, sur­prise, and happiness, and there were even a few tears. Santa welcomed the children with love and kindness. After he had the children sing "Jingle Bells” and "Silent Night,” Santa told them the story of Rudolph the Red-nose Reindeer. He said because of snow last year, he had to put all his gifts for all good boys and girls into his airplane. Just as he filled his plane, a snowstorm came and — low and behold — the plane would not start. Santa quickly asked Rudolph if he would mind being harnessed up to the front of the plane, because Santa needed his red nose to lead. That is how Santa was able to visit all the boys and girls last year. After games were played, Santa held each child on his lap and listened as they told him what they would like for Christmas. One child actually asked Santa if he could get him his two front teeth for Christmas. Mrs. Claus helped Santa by giving each child a bag of goodies. Our heartfelt thanks go to Denny and Sue Albert for their kindness in making the Christmas party a success by portraying Santa and Mrs. Claus. Thank you also to Wilbur Taylor, Gerry Taylor, Kathy Schafer and Mike Duruttya for their help. The song books and coloring books sent to us by the Home Office were greatly appreciated. Continued on Page 9

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