William Penn, 1956 (39. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1956-06-06 / 6. szám

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William Penn

June 20, 1956

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Presentation of the bowling trophies was next. Tournament Supervisor Diliinger was on stage as the following order of presentations was made by these officers: a. Frank J. Brogley trophy by Director Albert Ibos. b. Albert

B. Ari trophy by Director Gabriel Czernai. c. Male-Actual by Vice President Julius Macker, d. Female-Actual by Director Ffank Magyary. The presenting officers congratulated the winners on their good fortune. Mr. Diliinger added his felicitous comments. A detailed report of the bowling award giving appears felsewhere in this issue.

Again, introductions were made by the Master of Ceremonies who fondly announced the names of these Home Office employees present at the affair: Albert Jozilc, in official reportorial service for the WILLIAM PENN, Helen Brdeky, Julia Eszlari, Mrs. Anna Green, Ethel Halas, Mrs. Paul Hudacsek, Mary Kazar, Jolán Kelemen and Mrs. Helen Toth, who demonstrated eminent fratemalism by their attendance in Buffalo. Final introduction was of Alex Wagner, temporary member of the National Tournament Executive Committee and representing his Buffalo constituents.

Benediction was said by the Rev. Eugene Molnár, Pastor of the Hungarian Iteformed Church in Lackawanna, New York.

The lighting was again lowered for the resumption of the entertainment, this segment of program initiated by little Darlene Danko who, colorfully attired, danced remarkably well to the recording of Brahm’s Hungarian Dances. Darlene is coached by her mother, Mrs. Stephen Danko, instructress of a juvenile dancing group at Branch 3(vV, Detroit, Michigan. Darlene and her mother are granddaughter and daughter of Caspar Papp, Chairman of the Auditing Committee.

After an interlude of music, Dr. Andrew Kovács, Director, Chairman of the National Tournament Executive Committee, surprised the gathered membership by announcing his resignation from the Committee. Then our Master of Ceremonies, Tournament-Fellowship Days Administrator John Sabo, expressed his and the rest of the Committee members’ regrets at Dr. Kovács’ leaving after nine years of faithful service to the National Tournament Executive Committee.

Appropriately, Mr. Sabo now eulogized the Board of Directors for its prime role in the successes of our national membership gatherings, for the Tournament-Fellowship Days are authorized, backed and encouraged by the Board of Directors. The National Auditor enlarged his remarks by stating that the Board of Directors has from year to year granted many extra benefits to the aforementioned program, such as substantially more monetary prizes this year.

Another interlude of sweet music by the combined orchestras of Stephen Balint and Dr. Alexander Mészáros followed to nurture the gay mood of the celebrants.

At this juncture the Master of Ceremonies notified the audience that messages of good wishes had been received from the following: Bernard M. Shanley for the President of The United States, Senator Herbert H. Lehman, George S. Ives for Senator Irving M. Ives, Governor Averell Harriman, Director Julius J. Lenart.

Now followed Dr. Mészáros to sing a plaintive Hungarian patriotic air to his own accompaniment on violin. His voice was full of emotion and his violin tunefully expressed the ancient woes of the Magyars.

Next, Cleveland singer Frank Szappanos, Director of the WDOK Amei'ican-Hungarian Radio Broadcast, entertained with two Hungarian numbers.

Five year old Darlene Danko returned to do a gypsy dance and found much favor in her appreciative assembly of spectators.

For the finale Gypsy Countess Julia came back to sing number after number, both English and Hungarian, and the encores kept her expressive singing uninterrupted for a record time. She wag^a sensation and the explanation for her peerless performance was her unique voice- movement coordination. We were happy to be informed by Gypsy Countess Julia that “Autumn Leaves,” which the dainty and petite songstress sang in English then in French, was written by a Hungarian, a Joseph Kozma in France.

Then singing of the Hungarian National Anthem by Gypsy Countess Julia and the audience brought to a close the splendid entertainment program.

A loud cheer echoed throughout the Grand Ballroom when Mr. Sabo announced that, because of the late finish of the program, the dance would be extended until 2:00 A.M. y ,

There is certainly no need to attempt to detail the dance. It was very much successful because both orchestras played well, offered a variegated repertoire and took only short breaks. It is of interest, however, to note that there were as many dancers on the floor at the end of the dance as therd were for the opening thereof. Whether dancing or just watching, this part of the program was a pleasurable experience for all.

And so our great Association watchword — FRATERNALISM — as defined in our latest Annual National Bowling Tournament and National Fellowship Days rang another triumph for the William Penn Fraternal Association. Let us ever consider it a privilege and an honor to possess membership in this society ever mindful of the interests of its members.

CONCLUSION

From time to time in this long story of the Tournament-Fellowship Days we gave credits and expressed our gratefulness to various deserving persons and working groups. However, it is here that we complete these legitimate obligations.

We are grateful to these ladies who in Magyar costume were living decorations at the Victory Dinner-Dance. Mrs. John Juhasz, Mrs. Alexis Botz, Tériké Leslie, Mrs. Michael Balogh, Veronica Botz, Eva Koépe, Maria Földes, Kati. Havas, Juci Bogár, Ildikó Sárkány and Marika Jósa.

We thank orchestra leader Stephen Balint co-sponsor of “Hungarian Hi- Lites” every Sunday on WXRA, for his English and Hungarian radio broadcast on Sunday May 13th, which read:

“In the name of the officers of America’s oldest and largest American- Hungarian organization, the William Penn Fraternal Association, we members of Buffalo and vicinity branches wish to thank all the many nice people who participated in the Annual Bowling Tournament here in Buffalo, ending with the Victory Dinner-Dance last night at the Statler Hotel. We hope that you have had a good time in Buffalo and perhaps will come again. I personally

HOW’S THIS FOR ACTION

Darlene Danko of Detroit, Michigan is putting her heart and soul into her Gypsy Dance. Her wonderful performance certainly pleased the Tournament Administrator John Sabo judging from the smile on his face. This scene is typical of the fun every one enjoyed at the Victory Dinner Dance.

FUTURE BOWLERS, LOOK OUT

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Why is the William Penn Fraternal Association sponsoring national bowling tournaments? The answer can be found above! The future of our organization is in attracting and keeping youngsters such as the two shown above with their mother (kneeling). The grandparents can rightfully be proud — Mr. and Mrs. John Bartko, of Youngstown, Ohio! Look out you future bowlers, the Bartkos will continue their attempts to roll the best scores.

would like to extend my thanks to Mr. John Sabo, Tournament-Fellowship Days Administrator, and his fine committee for the grand job well done in spite of the many little disturbances that go along with an affair of this kind.”

We express our deep appreciation to host Branch 383-V and participating Branches 290-V, 168-R, 84-V and 68-R, to the Buffalo Committee the names of whom are mentioned earlier in this article, and to the Buffalo area general membership which cooperated admiringly, young and old, native and European bom, to guarantee a fruitful affair, and together enjoyed their labors. Also, our compliments to those responsible for the attractive Tournament Album, a worthwhile keepsake and souvenir.

Many thanks to the National Tournament Executive Committee whose work is a never ending cycle for when one Tournament-Fellowship Days ends the plans for the next one begin. The heavy and grave burdens and responsibilities of this body are in full evidence.

Finally, we have these few but heartfelt last words to say to retiring Tournament-Fellow'ship Days Administrator John Sabo and retiring National Tournament Executive Committee Chairman Dr. Andrew Kovács:

THANKS VERY MUCH FOR YOUR GOOD WORK!