William Penn Life, 1996 (31. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1996-11-01 / 11. szám

Page 4, William Penn Life, November 1996 Branch News ‘Branch 10 Barton, OH Branch 40 Martins Ferry, OH Branch 349 Weirton, WV By Louis A. Fodor National Director The rains came down mercilessly for two days before our sched­uled grape dance on Oct. 19. Roads were flooded along the way to Someplace Else, the large hall in Martins Ferry we always use for these types of activities. During our drive down from Weirton along the Ohio River, I remarked to my wife that we will be lucky if 25 to 30 people show up for the dance in this kind of weather. The windshield wipers were going faster than the rhythm ol the csárdás. Together with members of the Ohio Valley Hungarian Ameri­can Cultural Society, we planned this affair back in November 1995. W'e planned to have George Bátyi and his ensemble come from Pittsburgh to play for our pleasure for the evening. They were assisted by our local musicians, namely, Dan Laslo, Lou Fodor, Francis Duska and John Setto. The price of admission includ­ed a dinner of goulash with drop­ped noodles, sausage and sauer­kraut, cabbage and noodles and a variety of desserts brought by members. It was a BYOB affair, so no one was denied any of the pleasures they enjoy. The affair was to start at 7:00 p.m., but by 6:30, the room was half full, and the musicians were tuning up. By 7:30, the place held over 100 guests and there was a long line of people heading to­ward the food tables. It was announced that the win­ter sausage making will take place at the Mackey Center on Nov. 30 beginning at 9:00 a.m. Our branches will host a joint­ly-sponsored Christmas party at the same location on Dec. 15. We also help feed the residents of Hartmann Manor on Dec. Ö, as a sign of our gratitude to the Manor for letting us use their dayrooms for our monthly meetings. So many people were involved in organizing our grape dance that it’s hard to recall all their names. But, outstanding were Jim Kalman and Darla Kalman and family, Mary and Joe Tocash, Mary and Gilbert Russ, Helen and Bill Abert, Patti Bennett and her mom, Margaret Moore, Dan Laslo and Margaret, and, of course, my wife Ethel and many others, including all the musi­cians. This was one night that turned out beyond all expectations, and we all had a heck of a good time. Already, there’s talk of next year’s szüreti bal. And we thank all those mem­bers who came out on a night like that! Branch 13 Trenton, NJ By Elsie H. Radvany Branch 13 Secretary Congratulations are in order for our newly elected National Vice President-Secretary Richard W. Toth, FLMI, FIC. He formerly held the position of Chief Under­writer of the Association. Much success to you, Rick. After more than 50 years of dedicated service to the William Penn, National Vice President- Treasurer Frances A. Furedy an­nounced her retirement. We all wish her many years of happy, healthy and enjoyable retirement. The Board of Directors appoin­ted Diane Torma as acting nation­al vice president-treasurer. Congratulations to our sister society, the Hungarian Reformed Federation of America, on its 100th anniversary. The anniver­sary celebration held in Trenton was a huge success, and everyone enjoyed the reception following the church service. Sincere condolences are ex­tended to the family of Anton (Anthony) Beke, who passed away following a lengthy illness. He was the father of National Director Anthony C. Beke. Branch 13 member Stephen Beke, son of Director Beke, re­cently bowled a perfect 300 game and a 770 series at the Curtis Bowling Lanes in Trenton. Ste­phen has bowled at many WPA tournaments under the sponsor­ship of our branch. Congratula­tions, Stephen. We hope you will bowl as well at the WPA tourna­ment in Detroit in May 1997. Congratulations to Brian and Kimberly Beke on the birth of their daughter Kyra Jean. She is the granddaughter of Director Beke, who has already enrolled her as a member of the WPA. Branch 13 member Arlene R. Gordon, daughter of Secretary of the Board Emeritus Frank J. Rad­vany, participated in the finals of the United States Tennis Associa­tion National Tournament held in Tucson, Ariz. She is captain of the 3.0 USTA tennis team from Bucks County, Pa. Her team won the Middle States Sectional Ten­nis Tournament, which included the state of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, before going to Arizona. Congratulations to the team. Thanksgiving and Christmas will soon be upon us. Our branch will again sponsor a Thanksgiving Holiday Basket for the needy. The annual family Christmas party will be held on Sunday, Dec. 15, in conjunction with our annual election of officers. The festivities will commence at 2:00 p.m. at the American Hungarian Citizens Club, 1051 S. Clinton Ave., Trenton. There will be deli­cious food, refreshments, goodies and holiday stockings. All mem­bers and children are invited. For servicing your insurance needs, please contact Elsie H. Radvany, 2006 Yardley Road, Morrisville, PA 19067, or call (215)295-2222. Branch 18 Lincoln Park, MI By Barbara A. blouse National Director Branch 18 would like to wish Frances A. Furedy a happy and healthy retirement. We also wish to thank you, Fran, for your 55 years of devoted service. May you live a long life and continue to remain active in that which you love to do. Congratulations, Fran. You deserve good luck and happiness. We would also like to welcome Richard W. Toth as the new national vice president-secretary. Rick has a wonderful wife (Nan­cy), two thoroughly delightful sons and a third child due in March. Congratulations, Rick, on your election. It couldn’t hap­pen to a nicer man. Congratulations also to Diane M. Torma who was appointed as acting national vice president­­treasurer. Diane has been assist­ant treasurer for the past year. Happy birthday wishes go out to Steve Evans, John L. Lovász and Charlotte Mozga. Our branch’s children’s Christ­mas party will be held Dec. 14 at 1:00 p.m. Watch your mail box for your child’s invitation. If you do not receive one, please call me at 383-4472. Please mark your calendars for these upcoming Hungarian e­­vents: a pork supper at the Holy Cross Hungarian R. C. Church on Sunday, Nov. 17; a "Night in Budapest Ball” at the Hungarian American Culture Center on Sat­urday, Nov. 9; and the Borbala Ball on Dec. 7. Please contact me for more information. Our next two branch meetings will be at the Holiday Inn (for­merly the Ramada) on Nov. 8 and Dec. 13. Both will start at 7:00 p.m. Very special happy birthday wishes to our Krisztina, who has made our lives complete. You are a very special 21 year old. We love you. Happy Thanksgiving to all. We who are lucky enough to live in America have much to be thank­ful for. Have a wonderful holiday. For all your life insurance needs, or if you have news to share, please call me at (313) 383-4472. Branch 28 Youngstown, OH By Kathy Novak Branch 28 Reporter It is with deep regret that I inform our readers of the loss of Branch 28 President Steve Sándor. Steve’s untimely death occurred Oct. 13 after several months illness. He leaves behind many family members and friends who will miss him, his strong support for many Hungarian activities, and, especially, his continuous dedication to the William Penn. May our dear friend rest in peace. We will all miss his smiling face. Our sincere sympathy is ex­tended to his family, as well as to all others who have recently lost a loved one. Continuing on in Steve’s spirit of William Penn fellowship, plans are in the works for our branch’s annual children’s Christ­mas party. It will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Youngs­­town American Hungarian Club House, 2219 Donald Ave. Santa has already been sent his invita­tion, so mark that date down. Following the party, we will hold our election of branch officers for 1997. The annual Hungarian Thanks­giving vesper services are sched­uled for Tuesday, Nov. 26. Watch local church bulletins or newspapers for location and time. I’ll give you a report on the triple Hungarian anniversary gala being held Nov. 3 in next month’s report. Our branch sent two rep­resentatives to attend as they were the winners of the raffle at the September meeting. Get well wishes go out to John Morey, Mary Torok, Ruth Fabi­an, Mike Tomcsak, and, especial­ly, John Tollas Jr. who fractured his ankle during his third football game of the season. For questions about insurance, call Alan Szabó at (330) 797- 5057 or Gabe Nameth at (330) 792-8145. A blessed and beautiful Thanksgiving is wished for ail. Branch 34 Pittsburgh, PA By Andy McNelis National Director This year is quickly coming to a close. Halloween has come and gone; Thanksgiving and Christ­mas are just around the corner. With the holidays in mind, Branch 34 will hold its annual children’s Christmas party at St. Ann’s worship site hall on Satur­day, Dec. 14, at 2:30 p.m. Invita­tions will be in the mail soon, so mark your calendars. On Sunday, Dec. 15, also at St. Ann’s hall, our branch will hold its annual meeting for the election of officers and the adult Christ­mas party. The meeting begins at 1:00 p.m. All adult members are not only welcome to attend but encouraged to participate. 1 am happy to mention that Caroline Mayor, who had been in the hospital, is back among us. It’s so nice to see that ever­­smiling face. Sadly, I have to report that Ann Kubus was in the hospital recently with a broken hip. She is now recuperating at home. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ann and her husband, Lou. Get well soon. Last but not least, the officers and members of Branch 34 ex­tend happy retirement wishes to Frances Furedy. Thank you for your many years of tireless and devoted service to the William Penn. We will miss you at the office, but look forward to seeing you at Association functions. If you have any news you would like to share, please call Andy McNelis at 421-6031. For information about William Penn insurance and annuity policies, please call Branch Coordinator Maria Bistey at 431-6035. Branch 51 Passaic, NJ By Ernest J. Mozer, Sr. Branch 51 Coordinator Our branch will hold both its annual election of officers and family Christmas party on Sun­day, Dec. 1, at the American Hungarian Club, 21 New Schley St., Garfield, N.J. The election will be held at 1:00 p.m., and our Christmas party will begin at 2:00 p.m. Please note that both of these events will be held one hour earlier than in past years. We are planning a great party we hope everyone will enjoy. There will be wonderful enter­tainment, a visit from Santa Claus and refreshments. So, children, be sure to bring your parents, brothers and sis­ters. After all, it’s going to be a "family” Christmas party. We look forward to seeing you all there.

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