William Penn Life, 1987 (22. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1987-11-01 / 11. szám
November 1987, William Penn Life, Page 5 Branch News Six sisters, all members of Branch 159, gathered recently for one of their weekly reunions. Pictured here are (front) Ethel Giancola; (middle row, from left) Nancy Gibbs and Evelyn Ehrhart; and (back row) Belinda Mulcahy, Jean Gillespie and Edith Skutz. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of St. Dismas parish are (from left) Father David R. Becker of St. Dismas, Deputy Superintendent Anthony Zumpeta, the Most Rev. Bishop Adamac and Choir Director Sister Maryann. They were joined at the celebration by many members of Branch 800. Continued from Page 4-------share at fraternal gatherings. We hope to have a Christmas party this year as many members have remarked how they really missed not having one last year. With good health and support from the Home Office, we will try our best to have a party. Dec. 12 is the tentative date for the party, but a site has not yet been selected. Peg and Steve Sándor are lining up things, and any final plans for a party will be sent to members through the mail. We thank you for your patience. Going back to past events, on Sept. 20 we met a lot of interesting people at the Youngstown American-Hungarian Club’s Heritage Day. On Nov. 29, the Club will hold its annual Christmas bingo. Donation is $2.00. Who knows? You may win a prize and renew old acquaintances. Branch 28 will nominate officers for 1988 soon. Meetings are held at Steve Sandor’s home. If you are interested in an officer’s slot, let us hear from you. Meanwhile, for all your insurance needs, please contact Branch Coordinator Gabe Nameth at (216) 782-8145. Branch 44 Akron, OH Many Branch 44 members attended a dinner commemorating the Hungarian Freedom Fight on Oct. 19 sponsored by the Hungarian- American Club of Akron. Fraternal Director Elizabeth Szabó spoke with participants in an attempt to find traces of the past and new possibilities for the future of the branch life there. Many names were mentioned in the course of the afternoon, names like Nagy, Hegedűs, Bodosi, Zelenka, Steidel, Beres, Magyari and Bocskor to mention only a few. Club President Ernest Ladies spoke positively in connection with the Hungarian life in Akron, and said he hoped that they could cooperate. One of the Club’s past presidents, Lajos Kovács, introduced Ms. Szabó to a number of people while they were relaxing after the dinner and enjoying the good fellowship at the Club. "I’d like you to meet Maralyn Darago,” Mr. Kovács said. Before he finished, Ms. Szabó interrupted. "Not from THE Darago family,” she said. "Yes,” Mr. Kovács said, "Maralyn is the granddaughter of the former and much loved President Darago of the Verhovay back in the 1940’s.” Maralyn is a certified public accountant and has her own business in Kent, Ohio. Since the recent death of their mother, Maralyn and her sister Elizabeth have been slowly trying to go through the historical materials from their parents and grandparents past. They will meet with Ms. Szabó to discuss the preservation of these materials. Elizabeth Darago is a computer project manager for UNISYS Corp. in Detroit, Mich. Mary Hegedűs was thrilled to meet someone from the Home Office again, and mentioned how much the family enjoys reading the William Penn Life lately. "My daughter always reads the Hungarian page to help her improve her Hungarian,” Mrs. Hegedűs said. Her daughter explained that when she didn’t understand a word, she would "ask Mom.” All Branch 44 members should please note that our branch will hold its annual election of officers at a meeting in December. The date for the meeting has not been confirmed. Branch 132 South Bend, IN Our Annual Homecoming Picnic was successful, thanks to all the men and women who helped in various ways. We also thank our Club members for either selling or buying raffle tickets. The lucky winners were: First Prize - Frank Tubicsak; Second - John Voorde; Third - Becky Kamp; Fourth -Frances Furedy; Fifth - Rosemary Nemeth. The Ladies Auxiliary of the William Penn Club sponsored a "Petticoat Junction Card Party and Style Show” on Oct. 18 at the William Penn Hall. The Club also held its famous chicken and pork dinner-dance on Oct. 24. Hungarian-style breaded chicken, homemade sausage, hurka, pastries and all the trimmings were served buffet style. Music was provided by the Seasons Orchestra. Our annual private free club membership dinner-dance will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21. The evening will be begin with free cocktails at 6:00 p.m., continue with dinner at 7:00 p.m. and conclude with music and dancing from 8:00 p.m. The Seasons Orchestra will provide the music. Special invitations for this event will be mailed. The William Penn membership drive is now in progres and will continue until Nov. 21. In case you have not sent in your membership dues, please do so now. We are proud of our junior league bowlers under the direction of Char Bailey. It is a pleasure to see them bowl on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. The annual family Christmas party will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12. Invitations will be sent to eligible children up to age 15. We are looking forward to hosting the 1988 National Bowling Tournament and Scholarship Days in South Bend. Branch 159 Phoenixville, PA By William J. Kovach Branch 159 Coordinator One of the most important aspects of fraternalism is family togetherness. We here at Branch 159 have one special family that faithfully practices this part of fraternalism. Every Wednesday at noon, five of six sisters meet faithfully to exchange greetings and go out for lunch together. The five are Evelyn Ehrhart, Ethel Giancola, Jean Gillespie, Belinda Mulcahy and Edith Skatz. They all arrive at the beautiful country estate of Mrs. Ehrhart in Malvern, Pa. The one sister who is not usually in attendance is Nancy Gibbs. But her sisters don’t mind since she lives in California. All of them know what every good fraternalist knows — fraternalism begins with the family. Branch 296 Springdale, PA By Michael J. Pellegrino Branch 296 Reporter William Penn Branch 296 Springdale, Pa., held an old-fashioned Hungarian bacon roast on Sept. 23 at the United Church of Christ in Springdale. This is the first bacon roast that Branch President John P. Balia has missed. He is now recuperating at home following his recent operation. Mr. Balia thanks all those Association members and friends who sent him get well wishes and remembered him in their prayers. He and his family appreciate your love and support. Branch 336 Harrisburg, PA By Alex Fabiankovitz Branch 336 Coordinator We are pleased to inform you of some of the upcoming events at our Branch 336. Our members are preparing to participate in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Christmas Tree decorating at the William Penn Museum. Our members are also busy planning two Christmas parties this year. The first one will be our children’s Christmas party to be held on Sunday, Dec. 13. The second will be our Christmas party for members to be held on Sunday, Dec. 20. Our branch also recently held a children’s Halloween party. All the youngsters in attendance had an enjoyable time. Branch 800 Altoona, PA By Harold E. Robinson Branch 800 Reporter Branch 800 held its regular meeting on Oct. 6. Members listened to a report from our delegates who attended the 31st General Convention. We also had as guests Fraternal Director Elizabeth Szabó, Pittsburgh-East Agency Manager Dominic La Verde and sales representative Larry Figel. Ms. Szabó gave a talk on fraternalism and Mr. La Verde and Mr. Figel gave a talk on the different policies and annuity plans available from the William Penn. Then they gave out awards to the branch’s oldest member and to the person who has been a member for the longest time. They also gave out door prizes. Branch 800 went to the recent 20th anniversary celebration of St. Dismas parish located at the Huntingdon State Penitentiary, Huntingdon, Pa. Our branch has made an annual donation to St. Dismas since the parish was founded. The celebrant of the anniversary Mass was Bishop Adamac of the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese. The choir was very good and was made up of inmates of the penitentiary. The choir was directed by Sister Maryann Polko and was accompanied by three guitars, an organ and a synthesizer. When you are in the chapel, it is hard to believe that you are in a prison. After the Mass we were treated to a light lunch. Father David R. Becker is in charge of St. Dismas parish. Branch 8019 Pittsburgh, PA After three months of summer vacation, the members of Branch 8019 gathered Oct. 14 at St. Boniface Church for a regular business meeting. Canned goods will again be collected and six turkeys will be bought for distribution to the needy of St. Boniface parish. Branch 8019 also donated $100 towards the children’s Christmas party. Branch 8020 McKees Rocks, PA By William Arbanas Branch 8020 President Representatives from Branch 8020 made a special presentation to the Association during the recent General Convention in Toronto, Canada. Branch President William Arbanas presented to National President Stephen G. Danko a framed copy of the Congressional Record recognizing the convening of the William Penn’s 31st General Convention. Mr. Arbanas also presented a plaque from the Robinson Developmental Center for retarded adults thanking the Association for its support through the years. He also read greetings from Pennsylvania Governor William Casey and gave President Danko an American flag and a Pennsylvania state flag on behalf of Pennsylvania State Rep. Fred A. Trello. Branch 8020 is making arrangements for two Christmas parties this year. The first party will be for the residents of the William Penn Home for the Elderly in Wellsburg, W.Va. Everything which reflects the true spirit of love and dedication is given to the residents, along with plenty of goodies, gifts and refreshments. The second party will be for the residents of the Robinson Developmental Center. Treats ------------Continued on Page 8
