Verhovayak Lapja, 1945 (28. évfolyam, 1-52. szám)
1945 / Verhovay Journal
Page 2 Verhovay Journal May 9, 1945 (Continued from Page 1) memory of the heroic dead of the Association perpetuated in this manner. * We attach great significance to this unprecedented visit, for we feel that this friendly act of the Insurance Commissioner of Pennsylvania and his well-known Deputy, Oscar Kottler, served to affirm our determination in following fraternal ideals. There are many who feel that fraternalism is declining. The mighty insurance companies with their billions of dollars of assets will absorb the entire field so that not much will be left for fraternal organizations except a few crumbs which insurance companies decline to use. There is a great attraction in the size of capital and number of policy holders and the average individual feels that it would be unwise for him to invest his life insurance premiums with a fraternal organization when a large insurance company seemingly offers him greater security. Perhaps that was the line of thought which made former Insurance Commissioners keep aloof from fraternal organizations. However, the present Insurance Commissioner of Pennsylvania, the Hon. Gregg L. Neel, is a man of the future and he has a social consciousness rarely parallelled by others. We have before us a list of the various organizations of which he is a member or officer at present. Lack of space prohibits publishing of the entire list which would fill an entire column. But that list proves that the Hon. Gregg L. Neel is a man who is convinced that men cannot live for himself and by himself alone. A man is not just a policy holder. He owes society more in the way of service than any man can discharge in a lifetime. It is perhaps for this reason that the Hon. Gregg L. Neel appreciates fraternal associations more than any of his predecessors. His visit signifies that in his estimation fraternalism is not a thing of the past but of the future. Anyone who observes the trend of the development of history can see that we are getting away from rugged individualism and that we are getting closer and closer to the point where social consciousness becomes even more important than the privileges of the individual. And that is where fraternalism comes in. Fraternalism is the institutional expression of social consciousness. A fraternal organization offers life insurance, but in addition to life insurance, it renders brotherly service to all those who need it. That fraternal insurance is as valuable and dependable as that offered by old line insurance companies is proven by the recognition given to fraternal organizations by Pennsylvania’s Insurance Commissioner. Humanitarian and social activities in a fraternal organization are net conducted' at the expense of security. The Insurance Department sees to that. But, and this is the important point, the Insurance Commissioner of Pennsylvania by his visit emphasized also that the social activities pursued and the humanitarian services rendered by fraternal Associations, are things that we cannot do without, neither in the present nor in the future. This visit, which we reiterate is without precedent, proves that fraternalism is not on the road of decline but on that of advancement. It was a great encouragement to us to welcome the Hon. Gregg L. Neel, Insurance Commissioner of Pennsylvania, and Oscar A. Kottler, Deputy Insurance Commissioner, who by their personal visit, strengthened our faith in the future cf fraternalism. THE FERRET SEZ In the merry, merry month of May ,1945, let us pause for a few moments and dwell on the lives of those who are giving their all to make a more decent world for us to live in. Some Of these boys are so young: some are married, with families growing up without a father.s guidance: some have never | been away from home. Each and every letter coming from these boys yearns for the things they left behind . . .Morn and Dad. the kid brothers and sisters, their babies, their sweethearts. Letters from home are the most important event in their lives............ let’s give them to the kids! Perhaps in the very near future, our young men and women will be home . . . TO STAY. Let's have a friendly atmosphere ready for them .... a FRATERNAL home. Branch 429 to date has only nine service men and one woman. Five will be introduced in this issue and five in the next issue. By Mrs. Jolán ago from Branch 442 in California, SERGEANT MARIO DHERIN. whose home is at 4935 Martin, Detroit, joined on April 24, 1942. However, his folks didn’t let your Ferret know- until recently. Mario is 2S years of age and is a mechanic in the Air Force at Tyndall Field, Florida. On a recent furlough. Ma rio had a wedding, and the new Mrs. Jilda Dherin is anxiously counting the days until her new husband is home again. Sergeant Dherin was transferred two years PFC FRANK RAKOCZY, whose parents live at 2934 Roulo Street, Dearborn, joined the Marines No- I vember 26', 1942. Frank is a Marine paratrooper and has seen many a moody battle. A message he sent me recently reads, “Hy-ya Jolán; Here is a postcard from Iwo Jima. Just to let you know that I’m OK. It was a tough fight. But there isn’t a Jap army which is big enogh to (Continued on Page 7) LET TRUTH BE UNCONFINED CHICAGO BRANCH 503 “Youth must be optimistic. Optimism is essential to achievement and it is also the foundation of courage and of true progress.” Nicholas Murray Butler. Word has been received from Pfc. JOHN S. HUZIANY who is somewhere in Germany with an • Engineer outfit serving under Patton. Writes John in part on March 26th: “Here are some pictures of the school of forestry in Wittlich, as well as one with our General (Patton) on a general inspection... I was at Echternach. Ever hear of it? It sure was hot there and I don’t mean the weather. I heard every shell (88s) come and plenty of those . . . One would here a whistle, then a crash and it made a noise like thunder and ligthning combined. . . I saw part of the Siegfried line . . . but now we are way passed it . . We’ll be waiting for some more news, engineer. Keep firing away . . . Mr. Solzan is Secretary- Treasurer of the company, He and Mrs. Solzan arranged a wonderful evening at their residence on Wilbur Street, with many Hungaians and Verhovayans present, among them the following: Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Czigany, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rokop (of the Assessor’s Office); Mr. and Mrs. Michael Baranyi (County Treasurer), Judge and Mrs. Joseph W. Nyikos, Mr. and Mrs. James E. White, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Slutsky, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Radke (Ratkay), Miss Clara Bednar, Dr. and Mks. Theo. Goraczewski (County Coroner) and Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Schmidt. Mrs. Nyikos and Mrs. Czigany gave some fine vocal renditions of various Magyar hallgatós— and Mrs. Czigany also is very adept at the piano. It was an evening well spent, thanks to Mr. ajid Mrs. Solzan, who are very gracious with their kindness. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Hódíts (3042 N. Keating Avenue) recently announced the marriage of their daughter, MARY to ROBERT C. KNIGHT, U.S.N. The ceremony was held April 15th at the Sacred Heart Church, with reception at the Oaza Hall, 1250 Milwaukee Avenue. The following were bridsmaids, mostly all Verhovay members: Helen Stefely, Helen Vokits from Muskegon Heights, Michigan; Jolanda Stefely, Anna Balaskovits, Lee Silvester, Bertha Horvath, Nome Balaskovits, Mary Schmidt, Helen Vargo, Mary Toth, Theresa Stefely, Cárion Besenhofer, and Mary Joann Balaskovits. Our sincere congratulations to the newly-weds! ACMM Robert Knight was born in Prescott, Arizona. He joined the Navy ir) July of 1940 and did pre-war patrol on the heavy cruiser USS PENSACOLA—and was in Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, when the Japs made their sneak attack. Bob was in action in the Battles of Miway, Coral Sea, Guadalcanal and other campaigns. He was flying as plane captain and gunner on the Navy “Catalenas” at this time. Then, he went to advance meachanical school and again went overseas where he served with the 3rd, 5th and 7th fleets. He made all their operations up to and including the first carrier strike on Tokio and the Invasion of Iwo Jima island. His next assignment will be in continental United States. Bob has been awarded various ribbons, including the American Defense, American Theatre, Asiatic, South Pacific, Philippine Liberation, Purple Heart, Presidential Unit Citation, Good Conduct. We wish Bob and Mary the very best that life has to offer for success, and multitudes of happiness! * * * MARGARET AND STEPHEN HUZIANYI recently visited South Bend, Indiana, and met with many Verhovayans. Margaret and Stephen were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. FLORIAN V. SOLZAN, co-owner of the City i Dairy Company, which operates a fleet of 27 trucks in South Bend. sk # * CORPORAL MICHAEL SZOPO (of Deroit, Michigan) who is with the 82nd Airborne Division, wrote us from France a month ago. Writes he in part: “We were at Aachen, at Bastogne, Malmedy, St. Vith, Gorome, Vielsaem, Abe Fontain, Liege and at many other tough places. We are back in France now, but I doubt we will remain here for long. We’ll have to be on the move again.” These names made headlines time and again, for the enemy was endeavoring to make his break-thru in those regions. We hope you are hale and hearty, Mike, and that you will let us hear from you again. # * * FRANK V. HUZIANY was promoted to S 1/C recently, according to his letter from'somewhere in the Pacific. “It’s been raining for 5 days and 5 nights now. I’m sleeping under a tarpaulin on hold No. 2. . . . and I sure freeze at night ... At Christmas we were at sea. I had to stand watch—from mid to four. Some fellows sat on hold No. 2 and played Christmas Carols on the victrola. . . You know I’m beginning to think this is a jinx ship, with all th bad luck we had . . .” Hope you’ll write us again, Val, and strike a more cheerful note. And thanks for the snapshots. We’ll probably have one published in the next issue. # * * Mrs. Alex Molnár says that her son, ENSIGN A. J. MOLNÁR, is somewhere in the Pacific and expects to hear some news soon. T/5 FRANK W.*NAGY (9354 S. Chappel Avenue) writes from the Pacific. “I guess you knew I was on Leyte, while in the Philippines. Now I’ve changed locations ... its OKINAWA in the Ryukyus Islands and things have been sort of warm for we get greetings of artillery shells. So far I’ve been pretty lucky and hope it holds out. Have had a few close calls, but am still in good health. This country is a bit strange to me as the people have their own customs . . .” The best of luck to you, Soldier Nagy! Verhovay Club Has Social The Verhovay Club in Detroit held a Coffee Social Saturday evening, April 28 in the Verhovay Fraternal Home on West Jefferson Avenue. Delicious home-made nut cakes and coffee were served to all members. A pleasant evening was spent playing cards, conversation and cementing a closer bond of Fraternalism between the members. The ladies responsible for the Social were Mrs. Joseph Marczis, Mrs. Michael Szabó, Mrs. Andrew Azary and .Mrs. Anna Horvath, secretary of the Club. Towards going home time, Mrs. Horvath informed the ladies that cakes which were left over were to be sold to members desiring same. Wondering about the reason for this highly successful Coffee Social, your Ferret was informed that these little parties were part of the social life of the Club. Every so often, the ladies will get into a huddle and bake something for the enjoyment of all. More and more the Verhovay Home in Detroit is becoming the center of fraternal life in Detroit. The members of the Club are composed of mem bers from all branches in the metropolitan district. In this manner, no one branch can lay particular claim to the ownership of the Home, thus proving that co-operation must be given by all VFIA members and all branch leaders to make for a successful and happy social life. The younger element is cordially invited to become members of the Club and. to make use of the facilities which are offered by the Verhovay Fraternal Home in Detroit. A closer understanding of the needs and desires of the younger generation can be discussed at these informal and entertaining gatherings, and our older members will be only too glad to eo-operate and see that their children are given the kind of social life which will make them happy. It is only natural for parents to give their best to their childrern . . . (By J. LUCAS)--------------V-------------I have two basic convictions: first, more harm has been done by weak persons than by wicked ■persons; secondly, the problems of the world are caused by the weakness of goodness rather than by the strength of evil. It is evident that we have allowed ' technology to outstrip social controls . . . Man must catch up with what he has created. Rt. Rev. Harry S. Kennedy A CARD PARTY with other games will be held by Branch 503 on May 20th, at the North West Hall, 2403 W. North Avenue. It will be for the benefit of the 30 members in the service, who are in all parts of the world. Secretary Frank Balogh urges all members and friends to attend, for the profit will be distributed among the members in the armed services. Those who want to make donations are asked to get in touch with either Eugene Petrovits, President, or the Secretary. Let’s all try to be there on May 20th . . . for we must not let our boys down. The Scribe of Kőszeg
