Verhovayak Lapja, 1943. január-június (26. évfolyam, 1-25. szám)
1943-04-08 / 14. szám
Page 3 *pnl 8' 1943 ---------------------------------Verhovay ak Lapja THE HOMESTEAD MERRY-GO-ROUND A DIRGE ON SPORTS: In speaking of sports nowadays we must of necessity speak of the past only, d r o p p i ng all the present and forgetting entirely the future. Such is the outlook today. It does not contain much hope. Universities are dropping much of their sports activities in many sections of the country and concentrating on more important tasks. r PITTSBURGH SIDE-SHOW: It was pleasing to learn that the Hungarians of the Pittsburgh District awarded an ambulance to the Red Cross after scraping together the total of 3,859.00 and that is a lotta greenbacks. (Ambulance $2200.00 and cash $1659.00). Of this sum the Verhovay Frat. Insurance Ass’n subscribed $500.00. This statement was made in order that I might point out to my readers the immense interests and patriotism shown these United States by our Verhovay Fraternal Insurance Association. Earlier our Association presented on behalf of the organization itself an ambulance, and then, too, in Detroit, the Verhovay donated an ambulance. Yes, it all counts up and shows exactly where we stand — 100% behind our government now and always. There is no question in my mind that the Verhovay Ass’n has done more in the way of donating ambulances and helping certain wartime funds than any of the other Hungarian insurance societies. Of this, I am quite positive. The lead that Mr. Joseph Darago, our worthy president, has taken is truly commendable. SPOTLIGHT ON THE HOMESTEAD DISTRICT: The following are a few of the items that I have been able to gather for presentation in this issue of the Journal. They are to the best of my knowledge, correct and factual. WELCOME CAPTAIN STEPHEN A. NEMETH On Saturday, into town blew my old pal and friend, Steve Nemeth, but this time it was not Lt. Nemeth but Captain Stephen A. Nemeth. Yes, Captain Nemeth received this Commission bn February 26, 1943, and he and I, too, were tickled pink. You know Steve had a really adventuresome trip across the country from California. He traveled in a Buick I believe but even so he experienced a couple of flat tires in the desert this side of Arizona. He tells me it was kind a rough sleddin with wife, Alice, and young Alice Barbara in the parked car, all alone in the dead of night, with Captain Steve walking to town in search of new tires. Yes, he found them, and finally was pulled into a small western settlement. Of course I could go on like this for quite sometime relating many of the tales that Steve passed onto me about his trip to Homestead from BRANCH 430 BY WILLIAM C. KOHUT California. But I’m mighty glad to see that he, Alice and his daughter, all arrived safely and in good spirits. Incidentally, Steve stopped here but a short time, having to continue onto North Carolina and assume responsibilities there at an Army Camp. I do understand he’ll be back up this way one of these days and then I’ll really have a better chance of sitting down with him and having a real heart to heart talk... but I hope he does hurry. Among those glad to see Steve none was more elated than Brother Bill Nemeth who really enjoyed Steve’s visit at his home. Bill and Steve are two fine brothers and get along as brothers should. CONGRATULATIONS SGT. AND MRS. BERT A. NAGY Yes, once again congratulations are in order, and this time for my good friend and pal, Bert Nagy upon his marriage to Dorothy Anne Park, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Fussell Park of Decatur, Alabama; on Friday, February 12th, 1943. Our good friend Bert, really took a walk up the aisle, so the saying goes, and with him walked one of the sweetest girls you’d ever want to meet. Word reaches me from down South that Bert’s wife is a fine looking person and they are both getting along fine. As I understand it, Bert lives off post and is doing fine. Few here in town, Munhall and Homestead, know that Bert is doing exceptionally well in the Army, having received the three steps to the Sergeant rating within a period of two months which is very unusual in the Army. Bert is in charge of Information and Service at Courtland, Alabama and also manages to find time to assume other duties such as musical director, having a church choir, glee club, and negro chorus. Then, too, he is chairman of the Post Dance Committee. This no doubt makes his day quite complete. What do you think? Regardless, lots of luck and continued success in your work, Bert. When you arrive home after April 6th, I and many others will be anxious to meet with you and your new Mrs.----------— A LIGHT TO GUIDE OUR SON Some nine or ten months ago, Paul Fedor of 213 — 21st Avenue, Munhall, Pennsylvania left for the Armed Forces of our Country, and since that day a light has always shone in the window on the second floor; a light that will act as a beacon, guiding Paul back to his home, whenever this war has been written off as a finished task. Each evening one can see this light in the window on the second floor of their home, and it burns during the entire period of darkness. Mrs. Fedor, Paul’s fine mother, is always thinking of him, and of the day when he will return home. Until that time be it one year from now, or five years from now, the light will always be burning for him at his bedroom window. He will know where to go, should he arrive after dark. God grant him a safe return. HOMESTEAD DISTRICT WANDERINGS On March 27th, 1943, I stopped and visited a sick member of our Association, Mrs. Joseph Beda. Now Lil has been in bed for nigh on three weeks and is mighty anxious to be up and around again. It was one of those nasty colds which managed to get out of control no doubt.------------Barbara Ann and Mary Louise Beserock are two youngsters not feeling quite well these days ... but I hope their illness will not last long and that soon they will be back in the schoolroom again... I do know Mrs. George Beserock, their Mother, has quite a bit of work taking care of two young ladies who are not too well — — — my good friend, Eddie Kept;, from up Sq. Hill, Pittsburgh way, left for the Armed Forces of our Country on March 24th — ------------lots of luck to you Ed------------heard recently from an old timer, «Ernest Kunstadt from Chicago-------— appreciated his comments on the bowling tournament ... but, my friend, I believe we are in for disappointing times ... mark my words----------friend Zig Ladanyi, newly wed, arrived home April 3rd, 1943 for a short stay with his parents on Margaret St., Munhall, Pa.-------Steve and Kasmer Chontos were both home on a 10 day furlough recently------------, Kasmer, incidentally, stopped off and saw brother Steve graduate from Diesel Engine School before he sailed for points unknown — — Charles Chontos last of the Chontos boys to be inducted, is now stationed in Mississippi------let me see, that makes Arp, Steve, Kasmer and Charley all in the Service-----------and “Boots” Chontos Flemm.who was laid up with a bad cold here recently worked as Red Cross Assistant at the Blood Bank in Homestead ... nice going, Boots------met and talked with friend Albert Jozik in Pittsburgh on April 1st, and it was an no April Fool’s Day Joke, either. Yep, Albert was a little changed, but looked none the worse for his one year stretch in the Service------------was good seeing you, old friend — — — word has reached me that you done some traveling in certain parts of West Virginia-------— I certainly trust you had an enjoyable visit here at home and abroad — — — Cousin Lt. William A. Suto, is now on Gaudalcanal, and hasn’t been home for nigh on three years -------------was sorta put out because after he was out of the country didn’t find out about the arrival of a new daughter until fourth months after it took place — — — look forward to meeting with Cousin Bill one of these days-------------Mrs. Joseph Berger’s son recently left for the Army —--------they make their home at Rear 249 E. 14th Avenue, Homestead, Pa. — — — Mildred Vargyas is now engaged — — — congratulations.-----------appreciate the manner in which some members have been taking care of their insurance premiums — — — by checks and money orders-----------saves time for all parties concerned----------would like to see it become a fad for at least the duration----------one of the best hairdressers and barbers in Mt. Lebanon, Pa. is one of our members, Stephen Kish, of 16th Avenue, Homestead — — — yes sirree, he’s one of the best — — — more young men of our Branch due to leave for the Service soon-----includes your lowly scribe, Joe Fedor, and John Kertes--------— no doubt more to follow----------especially from married category -----------tough but so is War------IMPRESSIONS AND REFLECTIONS An Army Isuee — Not G. I. Please! A good suggestion which I would like to put forth at this time embodies the issuing of a monthly Verhovay Journal for the Boys in the Service ----------it would contain the photographs of the boys, transfers, promotions and other items of interest to our Verhovay boys. A little comment on this would be appreciated. Convention Planning The last issue of the Verhovay Journal contained a statement from worthy President Joseph Darago, about the holding of our Convention in September, 1943. Although the Penna. State Insurance Commissioner pointed out the need for a Convention this year in order for us to maintain our fraternal status, I believe it very possible for the passage of an Amendment in the House Hopper at Harrisburg at this moment which would render ineffective such state rules on fraternal societies. This would be undoubtedly to the liking of the majority of Verhovay members. To Warren, O. We May Go If my person is proved to be needed by Uncle Sam here shortly, I think the wife and I will board a train around the 10th or 11th of this month and shove off for Warren, Ohio, the home of Frank and Alex Simon, Uncle Julius and Aunt Mary Simon, the Holenchaks and Wargos, and many other relatives. I would like to spend a few hours with my good friends and relatives before shoving off alone for War. A Good Friend Writes To hear from friends such as Mr. and Mrs. Steve Fodor, Keller Avenue, in Detroit, Michigan is a real treat---------you know Gay was in Europe the same year I was wandering around there — — —however, when she returned from Europe, Steve quickly changed her name to Fodor — — — and a dam good name, too------happened to meet the three Fodors, Steve, Gay and Pitju, a darling baby boy-------------Steve, I have been led to understand, may soon start out on a long trip which might bring him to a great powerful base in the Pacific — — — if you do undertake it, Steve, loads of luck and success to you — — — to Mr. and Mrs. Simon my best------------and to all, best wishes always. Farewell soon Soon I must take leave of my good friends and readers and depart for War--------— in this hectic world of today we must all assume our burden, and assume Pvt. Elmer Z. Kozma, former manager of Br. 363, Granite City, Illinois, has been in the U. S. Army since December 2, 1942.---------------v--------------Branch 288, St. Clairsville and Branch 432, Crescent, Ohio On Easter Sunday, April 25th, Branch 288 of St. Clairsville, and Branch 432, of Crescent, Ohio will jointly hold a dance at the Verhovay Hall at Crescent, Ohio. The dancing-party will start at 2:30 P. M., so that we may dedicate our service flag. There will be several speakers, and also, the American Legion will be present. Dancing will begin at 6 P. M.; and the Hudkay Orchestra will play the music. All members and the public are invited. Fraternally, FRANK M. HALBOK Sec’y and Treas. of Br. 432.------------------v-----------------TOO BAD Bargain Hunter (as he entered the junk shop): “Have you anything in the shape of an old barrel?” Dealer (sadly): “I have, but unfortunately my wife is not for sale.” it cheerfully-------------those who complain and go to great pains in order to assume as little of the burden rightfully theirs, cannot call themselves true men and women. Come what may, we must be ready to accept any decision, regardless of how adversely it might affect our entire life and our outlook. Sometime this month I intend to entrain for training at one of Uncle Sam’s many recreation grounds, and if I do, I’ll really miss the ole journal — — — what a struggle it was to get it — — — and now to leave it —. — — but, not for long I hope. If possible before I leave I will try to write up another Homestead Merry Go Round and it will be my last. 116—21st Avenue, Munhall, Penna.
