William Penn Life, 2002 (37. évfolyam, 1-11. szám)
2002-11-01 / 10. szám
Branch News tainment. One evening, Native American artisans demonstrated crafts and played traditional music. Outside near the resort pool, highpowered telescopes allowed us to gaze at the stars. Everyone attending Saturday's banquet received a "pisanki" egg compliments of the Polish National Union of America. Pisanki is the practice of coloring Easter eggs. No two were alike. Branch President and National Director Mike Tomcsak represented the Florida Fraternal Congress at this meeting. On behalf of the Florida congress, he accepted a gold medal for achievement and a silver certificate for the state's Join Hands Day projects. While in California, I spent time with my sister Reni Garett and her family in Roseville, Calif., and with Mike's sister Veronica Weingart, her daughter Mary and son Kenny in Riverside, Calif. Veronica is 87 years young. 1 really enjoyed my time there. On Oct. 5,1 was in Youngstown, Ohio, for the wedding of Nicole Nagel and Sam Geraci. While in town, I attended Mass at St. Stephen of Hungary Church and renewed friendships with Nancy Hagg, Bill Peyko, Bill Skeebo, Frank Tobias, Bill Bennett, Ginny and Ted Kinnick, Irene Nemeth, Steve and Cathy Novak, the Horvaths and the Kaluszkys. Frank and Mary Schauer just returned from Hungary, and Frank brought a flag for the church. Thanks to Dru and Bob Scekeres, Eleanor and Tony Di Guillio, Julie and Kalman Nagy and Vi and Art Shinski for their confidence in the WPA. We wish all our members a Happy Thanksgiving. For all your life insurance and annuity needs, please call Mike Tomcsak at 863-858-8071. jr ■ * i Branch 705 ____Mayville, WI _ by Jack Lippert As this year comes to an end, the William Penn Association trapshooting team concluded another season of league shooting at the Mayville Gun Club. The schedule this year consisted of 16 weeks throughout the summer. We are grateful to the person that made the statement: "It's not so much who won or lost, it's how well you played the game." Although we did not wind up in the winner's circle, our team placed well into the top-half of the better shooters in actual targets broken. However, in a field of 30 teams, many start-up teams, it is easy to lose a shoot by one-tenth of a target under the 80 percent handicap rule. The team's regular shooters this year included Jim Hurlbert, Steve Wald, Mike Wald, Scott Batterman, Ed Templin and Jack Lippert. A discussion of the year and current events was held at a dinner for team members and spouses at the Iron Ridge Inn, Iron Ridge, Wise., on Sept. 28. In a fashion similar to that of some major league baseball teams, we plan and hope to have a better year in 2003. * I Branch 720 Dedham, MA Branch 723 Worcester, MA Branch 725 Springfield, MA by Andrew Girard, FIC We extend to all our fellow members in the Greater Boston area our best wishes for a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. May you enjoy this day with those you hold near and dear. Just a gentle and friendly reminder that we are looking forward to offering comprehensive services to all our fine members in our area. Please contact me if you have any changes or questions regarding your current WPA life insurance or annuity policies. I also would appreciate any ideas from our members on the type of fraternal functions that might bring us together, such as bowling leagues, bingo games, picnics or holiday parties. For life insurance and annuities, please call me anytime at 508-366-0048. Those outside the 508 area can call me toll-free at 1-866-366-0048. Branch 800 Altoona, PA by Vincent Frank Happy Thanksgiving to all! We in the USA have much to be thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day. Enjoy the great feast that comes with this special day. Wishing you and your family a safe and happy holiday. On this Thanksgiving Day, our branch will be observing its 65th annual memorial Mass for all of our deceased brother and sister members. It will be held at 9:00 a.m. at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Altoona. All are invited to join us for this special Mass. Congratulations to all veterans as America honors you and celebrates Veterans' Day on Nov. 11. May God bless all men and women who have served in uniform for our country. Branch 800 will hold its annual Christmas party on Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Holiday Inn Express in Altoona beginning at 6:00 p.m. Please mark your calendar. Arrangements have been made to have a holiday dinner with door prizes and treats from Santa Claus for all the kids. All members are cordially invited to our party. For reservations, call me at 814- 695-0213. Deadline for reservations is Wednesday, Dec. 11. Branch Coordinator-Treasurer Bob Jones is ready to help you and your family with your life insurance and annuity needs. Give him a call at 814- 942-2661. Branch 8114 Clarion, PA by Noreen Fritz This month we will see the wonders of nature as Clarion turns into the home of the autumn leaf. As this message comes your way, Branch 8114 wishes all WPA members a joyous Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for the simple things. It is a time for togetherness of llilliHiii Penn Lile, November 2002 19
