Verhovayak Lapja, 1941. január-június (24. évfolyam, 1-26. szám)
1941-01-09 / 2. szám
Page 4 STAMP NOTES By William. B. Yuhase January 9, 1941 Mrs. Ben Nichols writes like a real stamp collector, one who is interested in the hobby for the sake of the art, the beauty of the adhesives and the knowledge obtained in trying to keep up with the issues. We have a local stamp club, a rather hard boiled one, for we have no women and do not permit lady members. The fellow stamp clubs like to jibe us for this, but we do help the girls organize their own clubs “périodically.” Probably, that is the reason our club is old. We ole timers collect stamps not from an “investment” angle, in fact 95% of the club do not know or care what the catalogue value of their collection is. They harbor no illusions as to the so-called investment value. At times I or some other member is called to the home of some bereaved person to appraise a collection left by a dear one recently departed, and often we find an accumulation started in early childhood and neglected for 20 or 30 years. Naturally, the collection is almost worthless since very little time and effort was spent on it by the deceased. A good collection is one a collector keeps up to date with clean, perfect stamps, which are good property even at the time of purchase. Remember, you beginners, one can purchase 1000 different stamps for $1.00 to $1.50, and 20 years hence they will be still in the same class. I and any of our local club here in Virginia will be delighted to ansioer any questions pertaining to stamps or stamp collecting, especially ye beginners. Remember, collect what you like, whether it is a general collection, U. S. only, pre-canceled, mint or used, cachets, 1st day covers or metered mail. I have before me the last miniature sheet issued by Hungary to commemorate the return of part of Transylvania. The sheet measures 80X 112 mm., printed green on white water marked paper. Worked into a wreath which frames the stamps on the sheet are the designs of the other four stamps of the set which marked the 500th anniversary of Matthias’ birth. The value is 20 fillér, with a surtax of 1 pengő. (Get them while you can, collectors.) The Famous Americans Set of U. S. It is the opinion of the ole timers that these stamps are going to be scarce, used and unused. The Post Office Department distributed these stamps widely, and as a result they were used up almost as fast as issued. The Defense Stamps These stamps were recently seen bureau pre-canceled, and judging from this, the P. O. D. looks upon these as non-commemorative stamps, probably in the same category as the N. R. A. stamp issue. (Editor’s Note: For some time now requests have come in from our fellow members and readers that the Journal have a permanent stamp column. We believe that we now have the answer. Mr. Yuhase, who lives in Richmond, Virginia, is an experienced stamp man, having been and being even now an American newspaper stamp editor. This article was sent in as a sample. It is hoped that we shall soon regularly see the name of William B. Yuhase as the Verhovay Journal’s stamp columnist.)--------------O-------------BRANCH 278 Omaha, Nebraska To all our friends, over all the toorld, Omaha Hungarians send best wishes for the New Year. Our Branch has adopted the resolution of seeing more of Omaha news in the Journal. Margaret Fabian now lives in Detroit with her sister, Mrs. Julius (Mary) Szalay. She is working in the beauty parlor of her brother-in-law’s sister. We are hoping that Margaret becomes a cosmetologist of world renown. Ah! Mademoiselle Marguerite de Fabian! The annual Christmas Dance, held on December 22d, and sponsored by the young Hungarian Club, was a tremendous success. And December 29th was the redletter day for the Branch, the children, and for the Hungarian Home, being the time of the Christmas Party. Kiddies from 6 to 60 attended, and the 60 year old “kids” were almost as mischievous as their younger “brothers.” The program was interestingly varied, hymns were sung and solos featured. Confidentially and publicly private, we hear that Albert Jozik, of our English Section, is seriously contemplating making a trip to Omaha next summer, if the draft (not the wind!) doesn’t get him. Obviously, Mr. Jozik no doubt would like to partake of the sweet simplicity and naive sincerity of the West. Well, if and when he comes, we’ll plead with the Omaha “Injuns” not to “get” him! But seriously, in addition to having a keen desire to meet his Omaha Verhovay brethren, Mr. Jozik would like to make personal his literary friendship with old Charles Barothy, who lives in Omaha and who is the only living American Civil War Veteran of Hungarian extraction. Mr. Barothy is another reason why Hungarians should look upon Omaha with respect and deep affection. Until the next time, Branch 278, that Western bulwark of Verhovay remains Fraternally yours, Vera Fabian, Correspondent. Verhovayak Lapja Branch 503 BIRTHDAY PARTY DECEMBER 15, 1940 It is usual for our branch to celebrate every three months the birthday of the members whose anniversaries fall due during the preceding three months. For the three months ending December it was no exception. However, it was the biggest party that we have ever had, supper being served to close to 200 people. There was a Christmas Party for the Junior members, at the same time, and presents were distributed to them. There were over 50 of these members present and each one received an especially made checker board, contributed by our Junior member, Eugene Petrovits, Jr. It made him well pleased to make his memberfriends happy by the presentation of these gifts. About 35 members celebrated their birthday, both in the Senior and Junior groups. These were served a Disznótoros Supper free (donated by the branch), and in addition, received a red rose to be worn during the evening. A special, large birthday cake, decorated by a well-known Budapest pastry artist, John Kubek, attracted every one present —but especially those who were celebrating their birthday, and to whom the delicious cake was served. To be sure, when each member’s name was announced, the person would rise at his seat, and with the gypsy orchestra playing “Happy Birthday To You,” the entire crowd would lustily join in singing the song. (This novel idea, which has become popularized by our branch, in celebrating the birthday of our members, is likely to be followed by other branches, according to reports. Such Verhovay family gatherings certainly help boast our organization and it is worthy to remark that such plans would be followed by other branches.) Mr. Lorant Gyorffy, Distrist Director, who was in Pittsburgh at the time of this party, sent a telegram congratulating the members on this special occasion and expressed his best wishes. We regret that Mr. Gyorffy, always ready and eager to cooperate, could not be with us in person. The Disznótoros Supper (for which occasion two pigs were sacrificed) was a meal worthy to be served to any king, and a kingly feast it was! Secretary Frank Balogh, assisted by Joseph Fa- Chicago, III. bian, George Stefely, Vincent Petti and Mrs. Penzinger, was busily engaged one evening in dressing up the meat and making all the preparations for the supper. Anton Kovács, Chairman of the Entertainment Committee, was very busy that evening, too, for he had much to do in keeping the knives sharp, so that the meat could be cut. Be it as it may, the work was completed very efficiently and prepared most expertly. Two of our good members, Daniel Peters and Angelo, his brother, owners of a well-known restaurant and liquor store across the street from the meeting hall, were kind enough to let us make use of their kitchen when we were preparing the meats and suppers at their place of business. Many thanks to them. We hope that our members will patronize Messrs. Peters, showing in this way our appreciation for their efforts. We come now back into the kitchen, on the evening of the party. Ann Csontos, retiring Vice-President, requested the newly-elected official, Mrs. Ethel Szaj, to take charge of the kitchen, for Mrs. Szaj certainly is an expert when it comes to cooking and serving. We are extremely glad that Mrs. Szaj accepted the task and her efforts are sincerely appreciated. Also grateful are we to her assistants, Mrs. John Szenassy, Mrs. Frank Balogh, Mrs. C. Penzinger, Helen Csontos, Ann Talaber, Ann Csontos, Lillian Seigh, Kathryn Fury, Elizabeth Bar logi, all of whom who assisted in the kitchen and in serving at the tables. A number of donations were made to this party, and they are worthy of mention. Frank Balogh, Senior Secretary, donated the two pigs for the Disznótoros Supper; Mrs. George Fury and daughter Kathryn donated all the bread; and delicious cakes were donated by Irene Popp, Irene Mohapp, Anna Talaber, Loretta Bartha, Mrs. Joseph Szenassy, Mrs. Alex Molnár, Mrs. Eugene Petrovits, Mrs. J. Simonovits, Mrs. C. Stuparics, Mrs. George Stefely, Mrs. Frank Balogh, Mrs. Ethel Szaj. Our sincere thanks to all these members for their contributions. Others who helped at various duties included Mr. Charles Schmidt, Eugene Petrovits, Sr., and son Eugene, Jr., John Sanoshy, Miss Ann Csontos, Stephen László, Joseph Markos. As usual, Mr. Anton Kovács PAST The Verhovay Fraternal Insurance Association looks back upon more than a HALF OF A CENTURY of substantial well-rounded progress. "QUALITY SERVICE AND SAFETY, FIRST” has characterized its growth. PRESENT With over $25,000,000.00 of insurance in force, Verhovay is the largest legal reserve society of Hungarian origin since 1886. The society enjoys a high place among the finest quality societies of the uption. FUTURE With a splendid past, a strong present position, complete life insurance service including sales plans, helpful home office cooperation, policies for all ages including children from birth and adults to age 60 the future for the society and the men who represent it is most promising. Verhovay Fraternal Insurance Association 345 FOURTH AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA.
