Verhovayak Lapja, 1941. július-december (24. évfolyam, 27-52. szám)

1941-10-09 / 41. szám

October 9, 1941

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VERHOVAY SPORTSMEN of BRANCH 164

------------------------ CHICAGO. ILLINOIS -----------------------September has quietly slipped away and October with its glory of Indian summer is here.

Now that summer is gone, we think of all the things we would have done but didn’t. More important, however, is the fact that we are planning ahead so that we will do many things this fall and winter.

WHAT DOES NOVEMBER 16th BRING TO MIND?

Let me tell you. November 16th is the big day and only’ day to see the great musical comedy "A Tóth Leány,” which will be presented by Verhovay Branches 164, 342, and 503 at the Lincoln Auditorium. The combined talent of these three branches are doing their utmost to stage successful entertainment for you.

Do yourself a favor and plan on being at the Lincoln Auditorium on November 16th.

IN MEMORIAM

It is with great regret that I again use this title.

I am sorry to announce that Jeannette Boule, age 14, passed away.

Jeannette was a member of Branch 164 for several years, with hopes that some day she would become an asset to our Senior branch.

A floral piece was put on her casket from Branch 164, and the Senior and Junior secretaries attended the funeral.

We, of Branch 164, extend our sympathies to the bereaved family.

MEETINGS

It was worth while to attend our regular meeting of September as two very important reports were given.

■ Our Senior secretary ' informed us that we have secured the Supremacy over all the Chicago and neighboring branches for 1941.

We are not only number one with our 400 senior members but in the first seven months of the year we mailed to the Home Office $5913.39, which is $385.35 more than the next highest branch which happens to be Branch 96 of West Pullman. Branch 37 is next and is followed by Branches 342 and 503.

Our Junior secretary; with nearly 200 members, forwarded $427.56 for the seven months, which is $119.61 more than Branch 96. Interesting to know' that Branch 503 is a very close third, followed by Branches 37 and 342.

The meeting in November will • be very important. It is up to the Sportsmen to be present so that we can discuss what turn our activities will take in the coming year. If you have any suggestions, come to the meeting and take part in the discussions. As a further inducement, refreshments W'ill be served.

Need I say more?

After the last meeting several of the members went across the street for refreshments, and quite a number of topics was discussed.

The folks forgot that I was their reporter and were quite open with their remarks. It seems they are wondering what happened to some of the plans that were made. The Ladies’ Auxilary and the Birthday Club seem to be forgotten subjects. It is not fair to drop some suggestions without some explanation, or is

it only because there is a lack ol ambition to take the necessary steps to establish a club of this type?

NEW MEMBERS

It gives me great pleasure to welcome to Branch 164 Thomas Fehr, the son of our Branch physician, Doctor Fehr.

Grace Boule is another new member.

Both of these members will finish high school this year, and I hope they will not be too busy to attend all our meetings and activities.

SPORTS

The fall sport activities are well under way.

There were plans for a Verhovay Bowling League for all the Chicago branches, but these plans did not materialize. However, five of the better bowlers from Branch 164 are now entered in a big commercial league at Logan Square and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, under the name of Verhovay.

The start wasn’t bad. They won two out of three games. The team consists of John Csonka, captain, Louis Molnár, secretary, Louis Fodor, John Kovács and Andy Janovics.

Our ladies have a two team ladies’ league of their own, and began October 1st at the Lakeview Bowling Alleys.

. More about this in my next issue.

Other sport action will depend on the outcome of the November meeting.

ARMY NOTES or GONE WITH THE DRAFT

The Army was not enriched by any members from Branch 164 this month.

Not to mention personal affairs, but there was a little excitement at our home when my husband, Tony, better known as Anthony Stangret, member of Branch 164, received his questionnaire.

I hope the government feels that I need him a little more than the Army needs him.

I received some news from Frank Kantor at Camp Robinson in the neighborhood of Little Rock, Arkansas.

Many times, I’ve mentioned that Frank is with the engineers, but I’m informed he is not only engineering but is back to his old love. He’s driving a “Nellie” again, but this time it’s not the old familiar “Nellie” but an expensive automobile that belongs to his captain of the 35th Engineers.

All the other boys are drilling hard and send no news.

ANNIVERSARIES

Previously, I mentioned Mr. and Mrs. Soo’s 25th wedding anniversary celebration. It was a very interesting affair with friends and relatives from Bethlehem, Pa., St. Louis, Miss., Milwaukee, Wis., and Elmwood Park,

111., attending.

Another anniversary celebration was for our lady vice-president and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rak. If I know well, it was the 31st anniversary and it was celebrated with a surprise, which many of the members of Branch 164 attended.

Louis and Mary Molnár celebrated their 5th wedding anniversary in the early part of September. It was a very quiet

affair, with our Senior secretary, Mr. Kunstadt, and his wife, as the only guests.

September 26th marked the 5th wedding anniversary for outrecorder and whatnot, Andy Jar.ovics, and his wife Louise. More about that later.

FLASH NO. 1

Pete Kirchberg, the proud and porky dad of Theodore and Richard, members of our Juvenile Order, attended the American Legion Convention this month in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Porky returned 20 pounds heavier from the “Cream City.”

I’m wondering if it was the Wisconsin cheese or the product that made Milwaukee famous that added those extra pounds?

FLASH NO. 2

It took two police officers seven blocks of chasing to deliver a personal message from the Mayor of Chicago to our Senior secretary.

The price of the little note was $3 presented to the city fund.

FLASH NO. 3

Upon inquiring about the Soo’s family car which was missing for about a week around Labor Day, I found out that Duke took his first vacation in many years. Duke was to have been alone and no destination was known. The car and Duke arrived 24 hours late, and we are just wondering if the car and Duke did or did not come home alone?

FLASH NO. 4

Louis Molnár, secretary of the newly formed bowling team, is $105 out but has a new fender on his 1941 De Soto.

We know, Louis, it was the other fellow’s fault, but couldn’t he wait until after your wedding anniversary.

FLASH NO. 5

In Flash form I announce the betrothal of Mary Toth, the oldest daughter of our Verhovay butcher, to Stanley Balatovits of Detroit, Michigan.

The wedding will take place in Chicago on Grand Avenue where the • Toths live, but the young couple will reside in Detroit.

Congrats and a lot of happiness to you both from Verhovay Branch 164.

FLASH NO. 6

It seems William Feifar, Jr.’s heir has not arrived as yet, but it is quite sure HE’LL be here before this article reaches print. FLASH NO. 7

Bob Zubor, who seems to know all about cars, just bought another and it’s the latest thing. It has no piston rings.

I didn’t know cars ran without rings. I learn something new every day.

Just me,

Margaret Stangret,

Publicity Agent.

1427 So. Sawyer Avenue Chicago, Illinois.

HUNGARY

Hungary—from where my parents came,

Magyar—I’ve learned to love that name,

All that it means, I wish I really knew,

The true symbol of that land so true.

I want to ride in the wagons filled with hay,

And fry bacon in the open every day,

Hear the peasants singing as they farm,

I want to grasp Hungary with all its charm.

I’d love to walk in the fields at early morn,

Gaze at land golden with corn,

See the water trickle from the hill,

A clear sky look on a Hungary peaceful and still.

I want to hear the gypsy’s violin sing,

And my heart to these Magyar tunes cling,

Watch couples at tables, and couples romancing,

Pretty Hungarian girls’ eyes dancing.

To laugh as the csárdás is played,

Watch the grapes into rich wine be made,

See costumes red and white and green,

Be enthralled by my wanderer’s dream.

The wail of the sheepherder’s horn,

Hungarian children husking the corn,

This I would give all wealth I could ever attain,

If in such true Magyar grandeur I could remain.

I understand now the tears of the Hungarians here, Because somehow I too long to be there,

To be entranced by Magyar customs and ways,

Celebrating elaborately festivals and holidays.

Seeing the peasants so contented and free,

All this I want a part of me.

Some day I won’t just dream wav over here,

I'll have had my wish fulfilled: I'll be there.

Then at times overtaking me is a feeling of despair, When I think there might be sorrow there, rhaps they are hungry and cold.

Forced to neglect the land that is their gold.

faybo hearts are heavy; and wistful are their eyes,

Tho stout-hearted, from lips escape tired sighs,

/at nc one will know of their ills and pain,

For these true Magyars never complain.

Perhaps the herder’s horn no longer wails,

No chorus of laughter and merriment prevails, Maybe the dancing of csárdás has ceased,

And no longer is the Magyar left in peace.

But quickly, I strike such thoughts from my mind, Surely God will heed their prayers; for they are kind, And all their fortunes will go on and increase,

Till all other enemies their battles cease.

These things I pray will never be due,

May their lives be rich and forever true,

I hope young Hungarians of today will succeed,

Sowing the “Hungary tomorrow and forever” seed.

Dear God, preserve the Magyar peace

And never let my prayers for them cease,

May others join in this plea with me,

May Hungary live on and on forever free.

—HELEN S.

Branch 34, Pittsburgh, Pa.

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