The Eighth Tribe, 1980 (7. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1980-10-01 / 10. szám

October, 1980

THE EIGHTH TRIBE

Page 3

Letter to the Editor:

Mr. Sándor E. Chomos,

Editor, The Eighth Tribe,

Ligonier, Pennsylvania,

U. S. A., 15658

Dear Sir:

Just recently I attended the concluding panel discussion to a Symposium of Hungarian writers sponsored by the Chair of Hungarian Studies of the University of Toronto (Canada). It was there that I had the occasion to pick up a couple of complimentary copies of your monthly publication—one being the most recent issue at that date; the other being the August, 1978, issue.

Now, having had perused both issues and read a number of items therein along with excerpts from others, I am compelled to write and convey my congratulations on the quality of your publication. The fact that the content is presented not only in the English language but also in the Magyar, my mother tongue, makes it that much more appealing. Indeed, for those of us living in the diaspora (and perhaps more accurately comprising the eighth tribe) and having forgotten much, or not having learned enough, of the Magyar tongue, your magazine still has something to offer. The same cannot be said for many of the Hungarian weekly newspaper publications. These tend to offer very little to those who identify with the above position and yet who are often criticized by elders in the community. Consequently they become isolated and often even dissociate themselves from the Hungarian community. And, all because one party takes such an adamant and restrictive outlook on one’s cultural background.

I submit that the ability to speak the Magyar language is, no doubt, an asset to anyone who excells in it. But, the adverse is not necessarily true. One can still identify with the culture and experience its offerings through participation in undertakings not premised solely on the capacity to speak the language.

Your August, 1978, issue devoted an entire page to publicizing the achievements and scholastic accomplishments of the youth of our communities in the new homeland or host nation. To this I say, BRAVO! I identify with such endeavors having been actively involved in the youth movement in Canada and having only recently completed my University programmes. I hope that as many young people get the opportunity to read these items as do more senior individuals.

I hope it will provide the former group with encouragement.

I hope the achievements of those individuals profiled — Patricia Jean Balogh, Suzanne Eger and especially Tammy Jo Szarka — will provide your young readers with goals of their own and the determination and courage to achieve them.

In closing, my congratulations and compliments to you and your staff. Keep up the good work.

Yours very truly,

Joseph M. Gottli

St. Catharines, Ontario

Canada

17 September 1980

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BETHLEN NAPTÁR: Many persons automatically think that the Bethlen Press should print the Bethlen Naptár. We are receiving requests for the 1979 issue—none available as Bethlen Press did not print this issue. 1980 issue available at Bethlen Press for $4.00. The 1981 issue will not be printed by Bethlen Press. For more information call Rev. Paul Kovács at Bethlen Home, Ligonier, Pa. 15658.

“The Chicago and Vicinity” Hungarian weekly newspaper cordially invites all Hungarians in Illinois and Indiana to a Dinner and Dance affair for the benefit of the newspaper on Saturday, October 18, 1980 at 7 o’clock in the evening. The event will be held in the Croatian Cultural Center, 2845 W. Devon Ave., Chicago. For reservations call: 478-0850, evenings: 989-8242.

The Los Angeles Branch of the Transylvanian World Federation will sponsor a “Transylvanian Night” on Saturday, Nov. 22, 1980 at the Santa Anita room of the Hotel Bonevanture. Everyone is invited to attend this affair.

To our readers:

Please send ONLY black and white pictures, otherwise reproduction of pictures is bad — see July issue, page 14.

To our New York City readers:

Please inform us if there was a change in your Zip Code number.

We urge our readers to participate in gathering news for publication in the Eighth Tribe. If articles of importance appear in your local press about persons of Hungarian descent, organizations or doings — send the clipping to us.

ST. ELIAS BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH 4200 Homestead-Duquesne Road, Munhall, Pa. is sponsoring a two day Magyar Festival:

A DINNER-DANCE — Saturday, October 11 7:00 P.M. to 12:30 P.M.

All you can eat Magyar Buffet — Donation $12.00 Music by Mickey Schwartz Orchestra Reservations: 461-1482 (By October 4th)

Sunday: October 12 — FOOD FAIR — 1 P.M.-6 P.M. Dine In or Take Out.