William Penn, 1956 (39. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1956-09-05 / 9. szám
September 19, 1956 PAGE 5 William Penn NEW JERSEY BRANCHES COMMEMORATE TWO ANNIVERSARIES ,The beautiful sunny sky of July 29, 1956 greeted the picnicking guests of New Brunswick, New Jer- , sey Branches 19-R, 52-V and 156-R as , they got together at the Greek Catholic grounds in a dual celebration. The occasion was the 45th. anniversary of the founding of one of the participating branches, Branch 19-R, and the observance of the first anniversary of the merger of the Rákóczi Aid Association and the Verhovay Fraternal Insurance Association to form the William Penn Fraternal Association. The affair was opened by Director Joseph Kormondy who greeted warmly the more than two thousand guests assembled for a very pleasant day. The Director then introduced Stephen Siro, president of Branch 19rR, who expressed deep gratification at. the impressive number at the outing and thanked the guests for their patronage. Mr. Siro finished his words by asking Director Kormondy to take charge of the program. Now Director Kormondy carefully reviewed the 45 year existence of Branch 19-1^ a branch which began with 11 enthusiastic charter members and through the concerted efforts cf its member and officers today numbers more than 1,100 members. The Director eulogized the charter members and expressed thanks to the branch officers for their grand work. Unity of purpose, foresight, perseverance and, above all, FRATERNAL endeavor, are the attributes which Director Kormondy said contributed most to the success of this progressive branch. Memories) were brought back and emotions stirred when Director Kormondy introduced the three remaining living charter members, Mrs. John Small, Stephen Sagi and John Pinter. The last of the founders of Branch 19-R were the recipients of gifts from the Home Office, and they returned to their places with the best wishes of our Association. The directorial master of ceremonies next mentioned that this occasion was also commemorating the first anniversary of the Rakoczi- Verhovay merger. He reported that much progress has followed the merger of the two societies; also that local Verhovay and Rákóczi branches work together and act together with great understanding and willing cooperation, as this event, sponsored by two “R” and one “V” branches, is a telling example .of joint action^ for unified results. At this - point Director Kormondy presented bo Stephen Kovács, 20 year veteran former president of Branch 19-R, a -handsome gift from the Association for his fine branch services over the years. Mr. Kovács, now permanent honorary president of the branch he has served so. well, received the token of appreciation with profound gratitude and in a few words exhorted the members to continue to work together and respect one another in the spirit of true fraternalism, Another member and one of very long standing, Mrs. Alexander Puskas, was honored with a beautiful gift which was presented to her by Director Frank Radvany who spoke well of the widow’s record. Next bowler Louis Kiss received the prize won at the Buffalo Bowling Tournament of our Association. The presentation was made by Director Alexander Moldovany. This was followed by Director Kormondy’s introduction of National Secretary Albert J. Stelkovics who brought the official greetings of the Home Office and spoke in glowing terms of this inspiring gathering. Said National Secretary Stelkovics in part: “It is exactly a year ago that a ® convention was held in Bridgeport and a little later another such meeting in Pittsburgh, at which the two largest American Hungarian societies’ delegates, after discussions, voted 100% for the merger. Dear Hungarian brethren: This yearning for merger by the Hungarian Americans lasted for decades and finally was accomplished, which successfully united about 100,000 souls. It can be said factually that this new organization is today not only America’s but the world's largest organization of Hungarians. Its assets have reached the 25-30 million mark. And what was the purpose of all this? 4 First of all, to further insure the investments of our aging members; to prepare the way for our second and third generation members; to give the membership more at less cost. “Approximately one year has passed since the merger. It would be difficult this early to measure accurately all the results, but we have already experienced these: our membership is increasing; our Juvenile branches are making serious strides; our national bowling tournament was a brilliant success; and we look to the future with reinforced strength and unfailing confidence .. An English speech by Vice President Louis Varga added to the optimistic predictions for our society. Greetings from the Bridgeport, Connecticut Parent Branch wer,e conveyed by Mrs. Elizabeth Messingen She and seventy-four others had come by chartered bus to this twofold anniversary celebration of Branches 19-R, 52-V and 156-R. At this affair seven members of the Board of Directors were present: Michael J. Faczan, Johnstown, Pa.; Albert B. Ibos, New York City; Frank Radvany (with Mrs. Radvany), Trenton, N. J.; Louis Varga and Stephen Bencze, Bridgeport, Conn.; Alexander Moldovany. Clifton, N. J.: Joseph Kormondy (the toastmaster), New Brunswick, N. J. The churches and societies were well represented by twenty representatives. Some out of town guests were: Field Supervisor Joseph Toma, New York City; District Manager Louis Revesz, Trenton, N. J.; District Manager Andrew Warjas, Bethlehem, Pa.; John Szalko and Stephen Mushinsky, Wallingford, Conn. The following worked diligently preparing for this event: Frank Schretter, Valentine Szabó, Julius Kalman, District Manager Adam Simon, Jr., Adam Simon, Sr., Director Joseph Kormondy, Mrs. Joseph Haluska, Mrs. Wendell Horvath, Mrs. Peter Kadi, Stephen Siro, Joseph Farkas, Joseph Kraznai and Michael Hegedűs. Praise is due those workers at the picnic who labored from morning until night to make the affair successful. The picnic committee expresses its thanks to all, especially to the Ladies’ Auxiliary of Branch 156-R who baked and cooked to the complete gustatory satisfaction of all the guests. Branches 19-R, 52-V and 156-R deserve a wealth of compliments for the unusually successful double anniversary celebration which they held for the honor of branch and association. TWO-TIME WINNER J. Banina, left, of Branch 130-V, East Chicago, Indiana, receives the One-Man Handicap trophy from Michael Tothialusi. Mr. Banina also won the All Events Handicap championship at the Buffalo, New York William Penn National Bowling Tournament. REINSTATED FROM EXTENDED — MAY, 1956 9.V. Kish Mrs. Esther; 13.V. Wnuk Dorothy, Wnuk Elsie, Wnuk George,' Wftuk George, Wnuk Mrs.- George; 14,*V. Agg Joseph, Feczko Mrs. Eugene, Hi’iczo John; 15.V. Olsen, Clifford, Porreea Mrs. Wm. R., Szojka Mrs. Tiber; 17.V. Balogh Stephan K., Bors Mrs. Joseph, Misley Mrs. Max, Phillips Sidney; 26.V. Bakondi Thomas S., Fodor George, Olsavsky Donald J., Olsavsky Michael, Panin Eli L., Sike Joseph, Tr., Sike Joseph, Sr., Sike Mrs. Joseph, Sremcich Mrs. Paul, Szungyi Mihály, Toth Mrs. Joseph; 36.V. Fisher Mrs. Alex, Jr., Nagy Lana Kay; 39.V. Lihi Ferencz, Orosz Bela S., Orosz Sharon Kay, Palka Joseph S., Palka Joseph S.; 40.V. Groza John, Jr.; 45.V. Gore Mrs. Joseph; 48.V. Koczak John, Koezak John, Toscano Mrs. Anth.; 50.V. Deme Louis, Hydo Agnes, Hydo John A., Hydo Veronica M., Kish John, Kish John Robert, Kryza Mrs. Thomas, Lovas Michael, Lovas Mrs. Michael, Pleckham Mrs. Will.; 52.V. Nagy Linda Margar, Rossman Mrs. Harry, Zoltán Wolf, Zoltán Wolf, Zoltán Mrs. Wolf; 66.V. Bogle Mrs. Ida; 67.V. Chervenak Mrs. F.; 71.V. Bodnar Rudolph S.; S5.V. Andrews John, Andrews Mary Ann; 87.V. Szucs Ernest. Szucs Mrs Ernest; 89.V. Klicsu Mrs. Clara, Simcho John D, Sinai Delbert, Sinai Monica, Toth George, Toth Mrs. George; 127. V. Erdey William C., Erdey William C.; 130.V. Barkley John, Kish John J., Lewis Barney, Lewis Mrs. Barney, Lewis Richard B., Nevicky Mrs. Steph., Patchman John D., Patchman Mrs. John, Szakacs John Jr., Szidor István, Szidor Mrs. István; 132.V. Bella Eugene E. II., Bella Stephen P., Molnár Gary S., Rogenski Mrs. Irene, Rogenski Steven G., Rogenski Steven G., Toth Irene; J50.V. Kovach Rosemary A.: 152.V. Chontos Frank, Chontos Mrs. Frank, Kareis Joseph P.; 159.V. Csatlós Elizabeth, Vargo Paul, Weaver Kenneth, Weaver Kenneth, Jr., Weaver Mrs. Kenneth. White Mrs. Warren; 189. V. Cameron Mrs. Lórin, McGrath Fisher C., Molnár George. Molnár Mrs. George; 197.V. Dzurilla Andrew; 200.V. Poczak István; 216.V. Falich Mrs. John, Kiss: Frank, Kiss Fer.encne, Kiss Mrs. Frank, Kiss Marie, Mulasits Mrs. John, Schlaffer Frank, Jr., Schlaffer Frank, Jr., Teklits Joseph, Teklits Joseph, Teklits Mrs. Jos.; 249.V. Ripp Mrs. Anna C.; 278.V. Szarka Mrs. Step.; 336.V. Filsitz Donna M.; 348.V. Dadich Stephen, Dadich Mrs. Steve; 349.V. Karavolos Anna, Karavolos Mrs. Mich., Perhacs András; 361.V. Gradisek Mrs. Rich.; 366.V. Kovach Stephen, McCord Mrs. Lester, Moses Theresa, Stollmayer Joseph; 420.V. Eckhart Mrs. Henry; 443.V. Varga Margaret; 452.V. Rigó Emil; 511.V. Mackó Eugene P., Mackó Eugene P., 511.V. Markus George, Markus Victor, Markus Mrs. Victor, Semperger Kathryn, Semperger Robert G., Tulak John Elmer, Zatik Mrs. And., Jr.; 525.V. Balogh Mrs. Andrew; 555.V, Switch Mrs. Joseph. Total: 141. LAPSED FROM EXTENDED — M4Y 1956 2. 4. Delbo Emery E, Jr., Dawijko Walter; 15. 3. Queer Mrs. Martha; 1;. 1. Czebak Joseph; 32. 7. Mercs Joseph; 45. 1. Marta Paul J., Dobos Frank A.; 48. 7. Chaky Carl; 57. 7. Takacs John; 59. 4. Sabo Andrew; 78. 4. László István; 138. 5. Domonkos Paul; 150. 4. Persely Edward; 174. 4. Kovács Julius; 216. 4. Yob Lawrence, Filipovits John; 383. 7. Popovich Andrew; 565. 4. Searpelli Pacifico. Total: 18. EXTENDED — MAY 1956 l.R. Bridle Marvin Jame; 71.R. Dewald John. Total: 2.
