Verhovayak Lapja, 1940. január-június (23. évfolyam, 1-26. szám)
1940-06-13 / 24. szám
SECTION TWO ENGLISH EDITION XXIII. VOLUME JUNE 13, 1940. NO. 24. Now's the Easy Time for Contestants to Sell Policies FLAG DAY On June 14th, in 1777, Congress formally adopted the Stars and Stripes as the national flag. It is unnecessary to extol in redundant language the significance and import of the flag to us. The true meaning and the value of the Stars and Stripes become more and more clear day by day, and as we contrast the conduct and fate of other nations with our great nation. In honor of Flag Day, June 14th, and in honor of Betsy Ross, who is so closely associated with the flag, we dedicate the following: BALLAD OF BETSY ROSS Just out of the history primly she comes, With slender pink fingers and deft little thumbs, She brings a bright needle — a skein of soft floss. A thimble and scissors- this quaint Betsy Ross. She skilfully sews some long strips, red and white, And cuts with quick fingers five-pointed stars bright. Then puts all together, and with a proud toss, She holds up a banner, this quaint Betsy Ross. Beloved Old Glory! So fearless and true, In bright starry splendor of red, white and blue, Forever your stars, with their beautiful gloss, Shall bring us sweet thoughts of our quaint Betsy Ross! —Author Unknown. Qarden of the Qods I strayed into a field of flowers Perfumes fell like April Showers; Cherry trees, all white with sprays Dreamed of spring in leafy ways. Tiny bridges and lotus ponds; Delicate ferns with cool green fronds; Tea-house set in jewelled sea; Doves coo soft in bamboo tree. Breath of wind and temple bells; A girl’s voice that softly tells Her prayer for love. ‘Tis sweet Maw-lee! Ah, heart of youth so pure and free. Twilight—I linger with the flowers And watch the fireflies light the hours; A pale round moon this dreamy night Enchants the Garden of Delight! —Amelia Nyers. (American First Serial Rights) When Verhovay’s 1940 Membership Contest began February last the weather was bleak and inclement, discouraging both to the mind and to the body, and hence preventing the contestants from exerting their better selves to sell as many of our excellent policies as would have been possible under more favorable seasonal conditions. But now all that is changed. Spring is here; summer is nigh. Your mental attitude and that of the prospective buyer are psychologically prepared to give and to receive. Spirits and moods are brighter, are open in warmth, as it were, to hitherto coolly accepted subjects. Yes, this is the ideal time for you contestants to hurry get the “big” points to enable you to be among the happy winners of the fortynine rich prizes when they are awarded the beginning of next year. Now you can combine business with pleasure. Suppose, for instance, you are scheduled to call upon a prospective member in the evening. It has been a pleasant day, and in spite of the heat you still are more energetic than you would be on a cold wintry day. The hour for you to leave arrives. You are lightly clothed, not weighed down with the burden of a heavy topcoat, a scarf, overshoes, perhaps even spats. You walk out of your home a “conqueror,” not overcome with chattering teeth and bundled poise, as in the winter. If you have a car it is a pleasure to drive; unlike in cold weather when often half way to your destination you are forced to get out to put on chains, etc. If you ride a public conveyance you don’t mind waiting, for all the while you admire the beautiful flowers and trees, the styles of dress, but in the winter you must “dance” to keep your feet warm and the sight of others shivering certainly does not help your pitiful condition. Finally, you arrive and are greeted by the prospect who warmly grasps your hand. Were it winter he w'ould glare at you and give you piercing looks for causing him to open doors, admitting old man King Winter. You sit down for a few minutes and chat with the family; soon you are hustled out on the porch or the lawn so beautiful in its verdure, for who wants to remain inside when the weather is so attractive? During this social-business discussion on insurance — Verhovay insurance — iced tea or strawberry shortcake is served. It isn’t necessary to discuss at length the value and excellence of any of the Verhovay policies; without much shilly-shally the prospect asks to become a member, for his acceptable frame of mind has made it easy for him to see that insurance is not prompted by pessimism, rather by a sense of responsibility and business intuition. Thus another joins our progressive Verhovay. This may seem far-fetched but think a little and you will see that it is not. Now is the time to make the most of the Contest.---------:o:---------LIFE INSURANCE Necessity created me and I have prospered ever since, I am more needed now than ever before. Governments have universally adopted me. I am stronger and better appreciated as I grow older. I am in the homes of millions of people. I never betray my trust. I exist because I solve a national problem. I am the destroyer of poverty. I bring sunshine and happiness to all who accept me. I do not live for the day or morrow, but the unfathomable future. No widow or orphan ever regretted my coming. I am the bulwark of good government. I am a certificate of character. The world could not endure without me. I never injure, but always heal. I leave no sorrows behind. I live in the pleasant memories of millions. The world is better for my coming, Thou.Nuds preach my gospel. I rejoice in my strength for the good that I do. I am the protector of the dearest thing on earth—the home. All mankind acknowledges my virtues. With all that has been said or left unsaid ... I am life insurance. —Elbert D. Murphy, To Our Contributors Contributions intended for the June 27th issue should be in before or on June 22nd. No guarantee of publication in particular issue can be given for material received after that date. WHY WORRY? If you’re healthy and have a job, WHY WORRY? If you’re sick and have Verhovay Sick Benefit Insurance, WHY WORRY? If your time comes that you have to leave this world, YOU HAVE TO WORRY. — BUT — If you have a Verhovay policy, LET THE VERHOVAY WORRY. LÁSZLÓ VÉSZI, » President Branch 391. i ____________;______
