Verhovayak Lapja, 1954 (37. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1954 / Verhovay Journal
•vjurv c a? * " PAGE 8 Verhovay Journal December 15, 1954. Hungarian Singer FRANK SZAPPANOS The Hungarian people of Cleveland, a city with a large Magyar colony, regard Frank Szappanos as one of their best entertainers. Mr. Szappanos enjoys a tremendous popularity for his sentimental voice and appropriate gestures, a combination essential for the fulness of Magyar songs. He is the director and master of ceremonies of a two hour Hungarian radio, program in Cleveland. In keeping with all this, the Cleveland singer also owns and operates a record mart dealing especially in Hungarian recordings, sheet music, etc. Recently a large shipment of Hungarian records were received by Mr. Szappanos, and among them are: NEWEST HUNGARIAN LONG PLAYING RECORDS 8 Beautiful Tangos —By Paul Kalmar Fogadj el egy jó tanácsot tőlem Take Some Good Advice From Me Egy csókos kis regény A Little Romance With Kisses Tévedett You’ve Made a Mistake Én nem járok már többé randevúra Now that winter is upon us can’t you visualize cars parked along the side of the road — their radiators steaming — and with wheels stuck in the snow — no chains on the tires ? ? ? If you haven’t done so as yet, now is the time to go to your favorite service station to have your car winterized! During our November meeting, a committee was formed to work over the new by-laws. John Simon was chosen as chairman; John Mokri, Julius Feyes, Stephen Takacs, Andrew Rasi, Joseph Hornyak, our last convention delegate Julius Kerekes, Sr., and yours truly were appointed as members of the committee. Their findings and recommendations will be brought up at our December meeting which will be held on the second Sunday of that month. Many of our Verhovay members were present at the annual Feather Party of St. Stephen’s Catholic Church. Rev. Alexander Pinter, a member of Verhovay, is assistant pastor of the church. Mr. Joseph Poes, Sr., and Joseph Poes, Jr. seemed to be having a splendid time. Join Music Business I Am not Having Any More Rendevous Balalajka sir az éjben Balalaika Sings in the Night Muzsikál az éj The Night Is Full of Music Ne várj az életedtől száz csodát Don't Expect Miracles From Your Life Nekem már nincsenek álmaim I no Longer Have Dreams 16 BEAUTIFUL CSARDAS-ES By Ernest King and His Magyar Orchestra Nyitva van a százados ur ablaka The Captain’s Window Sudár magas a nyárfa teteje Tall Poplar Messze van a nyíregyházi kaszárnya Barracks of Nyíregyháza Veszek én még rámás csizmát I’ll Buy a Pair of Boots Ritka búza Harvest Dance Szép a rózsám nincs hibája My Beautiful Sweetheart Cigány csárdások Gypsy Csardas-es Faluvégén a nagy kerek tóban At the End of Town Liba máj, kacsa máj Goose Liver, Duck Liver Két hold földje Two Acres of Land Esik eső It’s Raining Az a szép The Pretty Maiden Nem jó a kapuba kiállni Don’t stand by the Gate Suszter legény akart hozzám járni The Shoemaker Elmúltak a mézeshetek The Honeymoon is Over These Hungarian records could be the answer to one’s gift problems, and certainly Christmas time presents many worries along this line. Orders may be sent to the SZAPPANOS STUDIO, 3046 East 123 St., Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Szappanos, his wife, and their two children, Frank and Robert, are “100 per centers,” all being members of Branch 14, Cleveland. seph, Sr. was all smiles, having won himself a big turkey! Being active in sports all of my life, my one pet ambition was to see a Notre Dame football game. This dream of mine came true. On November 13th Father Martin Hernady, assistant pastor at St. Stephen’s, Louis Cherko and I journeyed down to South Bend, Indiana. Arriving at approximately 11 o’clock, it really was a beautiful sight to see the much publicized “Golden Dome.” We walked on the campus, asked the students various questions pertaining to the University of Notre Dame, and all our questions were answered politely and with a firm, “Yes, Sir!” During half time the 1929 and 1930 championship team members were introduced to the spectators. Words can not describe the ovation that some of them received, especially Frank Leahy! As I looked around at the crowd, I saw many a man and woman with tears in their eyes. I saw “Rip” Tinta, our singles champion, and Al Feudi the other night. Both boys had long faces — must have been one of those nights — huh, boys? Shake it off, “Rip” and Al, those come and go. I’m happy to report that Dick Sendi and Sammy Botek took over first place in doubles in the Central States Toiirnament which was held in Battle Creek, Michigan this year. Congratulations, Dick and Sam. I’m more than glad to give you the dollar for beating the “curve ball’ specialists, namely Jula Vargo and yours truly. Bill Smith and Frank Dumit are in third place in doubles at thi.s writing. As we are nearing the end of the year, let each and every one of us take a look at himself or herself in the mirror and ask: “Did I truly do my duty as a Verhovay member, and obtain at least one new member for our association?” If not, let us make a New Year’s Resolution to get a On Thursday, November 18th, the first euchre party of the season was held. This was a pre-Thanksgiving affair; three turkeys and a number of chickens were given away as prizes. One of the lucky turkey winners was Paul Pastierik. Last year Mrs. Pastierik took home the turkey. The euchre parties will be held EVERY THURSDAY at 8:00 P.M. Members and their guests are invited to attend for an evening of social fun. * ¥ * The annual Children’s Christmas Party will be held Saturday, December 18, at 2:00' P.M. There will be entertainment and a treat will be given to all children who attend. Santa Claus will also be on hand to talk to the children. * * * To celebrate the first New Years’ new member, and keep the resolution ! Downtown Tóiéig looks beautiful. Like every city and town in America, it is lighted up very prettily. It gives one a real lift to go just window shopping. I remember during my grade school days in Windber, Pennsylvania, when I could hardly wait for the first display of toys in the stores, with Santa sitting on his high chair, listening to children whispering in his ear the things they wanted for Christmas. Today my children, Stephanie, Lisa, “S.J.” (my son Stephen,) and little “Maggie” (Madelaine), can hardly «wait to see Santa right after, “Turkey Day.” With the holiday season nearer, may I, in the name of Branch 27, Toledo, our officers and members, wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year! holiday in the new Verhovay Home, two orchestras have been engaged for that big evening. In the upper hall will be the orchestra of Stephen Beres, while in the social1 quarters a popular modern orchestra will play. This New Year's Eve Party promises to be the biggest ever held by Braift-h 296, so make your plans early. Oh, yes, kolbász and sauerkraut will be served. • * * * The members of Branch 296 extend their deepest sympathies to the family of Louis Benjamin who passed away in November. Mr. Lajos was a charter member of this branch. He was one of the first members who played an important part in getting Branch 296 organized in 1916. Until a few' years ago, he was yery active in branch affairs and held many offices. May he rest in peace. The Season’s best wishes! Card Party Held by Branch 45 An afternoon card party, named in honor of the 25th anniversary of John Bencze at the Home Office, was sponsored by Branch 45, Cleveland, Ohio, November 7, Sunday, at the Calvin hall. The social followed the regular branch meeting. Joining the members in their cheerful gathering were such guests as National Treasurer John Szalanczy, on business in Cleveland; Vice President Julius Macker of Detroit, Michigan; Cleveland Director Coloman Kolozsvary, and Mrs. Kolozsvary who is president of the Ladies’ Aid Society; Field Supervisor Leslie J. Dus, Cleveland; Emery Gal, and Mrs. Gal the manager of Women’s Branch 361, Cleveland; Emery Kovach .president of Branch 14, Cleveland, and Mrs. Kovach, president of Women’s Branch 361; John Bozsvay and Joseph Hegedűs; and others. Largely responsible for the success of the event were Traveling District Manager Coloman Bertalan, who manages Branch 45, and Branch 45 president, Emery Keszei. Both branch officers used the Verhovay theme in addressing the group. Among the introductions were Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Drotos, he a former president of Branch 45, and a past secretary of the same branch, Louis Balogh, one of the developers of Branch 45. In entertainment were Mrs. Blasius Toth and Mrs. George Gazdick, sisters, the former singing and the latter accompanying, daughters of Verhovay members Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Tatar. Moving pictures of Old Hungary and Branch 45 events were shown by Joseph Sikorsky. Refreshments, including the favorite Magyar “fánk” were served by the women members. Mrs. Ladislaus Csorba, assisted by Mrs. Szucs, Mrs. Joseph Vincze and Mrs. Joseph Brassay, prepared the Hungarian pastry. Workers at the card party were Mrs. Albert Toth, Mrs. Bela Szabó, Mr. Coloman Bertalan and Mrs. Emery Keszei. The card party in honor of National President John Ber.cze was one of Branch 45’s most successful events. Among the many guests was the sizable group of the members of the Women’s Self-Culture Society who came with their honorary president, Julia Bukovics. 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