Věstník (Temple, Tex.), Vol. 73, No. 39, Ed. 1 Wednesday, October 2, 1985 Page: 5 of 16
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Dance/Decorating Committee - Liz
Howard, Victoria Murphy, Joyce
Tesař and Mart ha Durham
Souvenir Program Committee -
Gordon Hubenak, Sherrie Watkins,
Kenneth Křivánek and Frank Tesař,
Jr.
Publicity Committee was handled by
Bunny Tesař and Mary Ann Křivánek,
while AI and Alene Kercho, Raymond
Hubenak and John Paprskar were on
the Ticket Committee- The Dinner
Committee people were Kenneth
Křivánek, Louis Kubala, Alice and Bili
Morley. As I told them, “také a bowV(;
they did a superb job.
The biggest surprise to most of the
membership, we think, was the
presence of Congressman Jim Wright.
Congressman Wright had been an
honored guest at our 50th anniversary
in 1960 when he was just a fledgling
congressman. It was a deep honor to
háve him drop in on us for our 75th
anniversary, and his “Czech Speech”
was a delight for everyone there.
By way of explanation, the Souvenir
Program had a deadline to meet, and .
omissions of some names were not
intentional, but due to a lack of timely
information on the dayof print. We’ve
already mentioned Congressman
Wright. Our Master of Ceremonies
was our AI Kercho. The soloist for the
anthems was Helen Samson. The
Texas Cloggers group was from the
Frančes Lea Dance Studio and
included one of our own members,
Štaci Hubenak. The youth club
members on the program that day were
Mary Cecelia Křivánek, Brandy and
Kelli Kubala, Holly and Melissa
Hubenak, Carla Watkins, Jolie and
Jon Eric Paprskar.
We are grateful to the Ladies’
Circle, who, through their President,
Florence Greer, presented the lodge
with a substantial anniversary cash
gift; and big hugs to Art and Tillie
Giliis, 50 - year members, who
contributed the beautiful red - white -
blue, carnations for our headtable
arrangements. A big THANK YOU to
the Paprskar family; Jon and Joye and
children, Mike and Helen Paprskar,
who gave a beautiful bronze plaque
commemorating the founding of
Lodge 92 in 1910 in memory of their
grandparents and parents, Anna and
Frank Paprskar, who were charter
members. The plaque has already been
placed on the front of the building and
it was certainly a generous and
thoughtful gift made on the 75th
anniversary of the lodge.
The Czech Costume and Early Dress
Fashion Show was a showcase for
many of our members, and,of course,
the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra
directed by Brother Sid Pokladník,
added just the right touch of elegance
to a delightful half hour. Because
many of you asked, we are listing the
names of those involved with the
fashion show.
The first ones on the show were in
beautiful Czech costume; námely,
Lydia Alholm, Josephine Prochaska,
Florence and Jimmy Greer with their
grandchildren, Sydney and Craig
Jones.
Then, in chronological order, the
item worn, loaned by, and the modePs
name included:
1. Black evening dress, 72 years old,
loaned by Alice Hubenak Lindsey,
worn by Donna Fester; Donna’s
daughter, 3 - year - old Dawn, modeled
the baby white coat that was 71 years
old and belonged to Alice’s husband.
2. Purple evening dress, 102 years
old, loaned by Eva Coffee, modeled by
Marsha Tweed.
3. Gold evening dress, 72 years old,
Wednesday, October 2, 1985—VĚSTNÍK/5
loaned by Eva Coffee, modeled by Jo
Ann Hixson. *
4. Black dress with gold and white
brocade trim, 74 years old, worn by
Alice Morley.
5. Black and ivory dress with jacket,
74 years old, belonged to Alice
Lindsey’s mother - in - law, worn by
Linda Dell Lindsey.
6. Beige láce blouse, 50 years old,
worn by Tillie Giliis.
7. Black and brown brocade dress,
55 years old, worn by Mary Ann
Křivánek.
8. Blue wool bathing suit, 65 years
old, worn by Barbara Staley.
9. Handmade blue/gray suit, 63
years old (made in 1922) loaned by
Mrs. Jim Roach, worn by Kem
Kubala.
10. Light brown láce blouse, 50
years old, worn by Liz Howard.
11. Gold/beige dress, 67 years old,
worn by Bea Woodard.
12. Navy dress, 52 years old, worn
by Janie Allen.
13. Lady’s petticoat that is over 100
years old, loaned by Eva Coffee.
Peach pantaloons/bloomers with beige
láce, 73 years old, and white blouse, 50
years old, loaned by Alice Lindsey and
worn by Joyce Whatley.
14. Mouton coat, 30 years old,
loaned by Sandra Hubenak; Muff, a
gift to Clara Cohen from her friend,
Helton Whitaker, was Helton’s
motheťs and over 100 years old. The
gray dress, over 50 years old, alí
modeled by Sherrie Kubala Watkins.
15. Camisole and petticoat, over 100
years old, loaned by Mary Powers;
locket, 71 years old; gold bracelet, 80
years old, loaned by Sandra Hubenak,
all worn by Štaci Hubenak.
16. Blue and white print dress, made
in 1920s and owned by the latě Mrs.
John (Philomena) Křivánek, and
modeled by her great - granddaughter,
Pamela Durham Davies. Panťs 2Vi -
year - old, Paxton, modeled the little
boy’s suit and shoes, over 70 years old,
and owned by S.P. Lindsey.
17. Apron and bonnet, 50 years old,
apron from Alice Lindsey, bonnet
from Eva Coffee, modeled by Victoria
Murphy.
18. Long, black dress, over 70 years
old, worn with fox furs, over 100 years
old, modeled by the commentator,
Clara Cohen.
Sandra and Joe Paul Hubenak were
gracious enough to loan the beautiful
arch that the models entered from.
Unless otherwise identified as being
loaned by someone else, all the cíothes
listed above were loaned by Alice and
S.P. Lindsey. They were left to the
Lindseys of Weatherford, Texas, by
Mr. Lindsey’s mother, aunts and a
cousin. Alice is the sister of Clara
Cohen, Anna Langer and Richard
Hubenak.
Many items of dress were not
modeled and along with numerous
other pictures and historical items were
on display in the corner íjooth. Among
these was the beautiful quilt, owned
now by Helen Paprskar, and a gift to
her, originally owned by Mrs. J.R.
Bartek.
All the ladies and the donors of
items deserve a big THANK YOU for
a job well doně. “Aunt” Clara says to
telí all of you that she had a balí
working with you and that she and
Estabelle appreciate your helping them
' put on the show.
Our thanks, again, to Brother Sid
Pokladník and our Supreme Lodge
President Howard Leshikar and their
lovely wives who graciously helped
make our day speciál by being with us.
We hope to see all of you at your
lodge’s many functions.
Respectfully submitted,
Martha Durham, Chairman
75th Anniversary Committee
(Ediior*s Notě: The Other Photo
Could Not Be Processed.)
—SPJST—
Lodge 133 Meets
At New Location
San Antonio Lodge 133 held their
regular meeting at their new meeting
plače, the Activity Halí at St. Margaret
Mary’s Church, 1314 Fair Avenue.
Members were well pleased with the
new accommodations. The parking
space is excelíent, members who are
limited to, too much walking, they can
park their car at the back side of the
halí and walk right in.
The meeting was called to order by
Vice President William Mareš at 2
p.m. Roli call of officers was called by
the secretary.
President Anthony Trilicek and his
wife, Alma, are on vacation. We
missed them very much, but we were
glad for them to také their extended
well - deserved vacation.
After leading the members in the
Pledge of Allegiance and remembering
our departed loved ones, Vice
President Mareš asked for a report
from various committee chairmen.
It was reported that Brother Otto
Hurta is making progress with the
treatment of his hand; we all wish him
well. Also best wishes were given to
Brother Alvin Schimcek and his wife,
Frances, who were going to represent
the lodge in the “Straight” domino
tournament.
Vice President Mareš reminded
members about the Distrit Vil meeting
which will be held in Corpus Christi,
Texas, September 22nd.
Unfortunately, many of our members
stated that they háve been committed
of being out - of - town and some are
participating in the city activities.
Visitors at the meeting were the
Bartoněk family from Floresville,
Texas.
Our next meeting will be held
October 20 at 1314 Fair Avenue. We
encourage members to come to the
meetings. Our Thanksgiving Party will
be held in November, and then our
Christmas Party in December, so come
out and enjoy the afternoon with your
fraternal sisters and brothers. Come
out and let us know what you think
about our new meeting plače.
Fraternally,
Dominie Netek, Reporting
(Editor’s Notě: Photo In Next
Issue.)
—SPJST—
Lodge 154, Ft. Wortn
To Meet
Dear Members and Friends:
Oh, this beautiful cool weather this
morning! I hope it lasts.
A reminder of our next meeting
Sunday, October 13, at 3 p.m.
Czech Day at the State Fair Sunday,
October 6th.
Sister Mary Renfro prepared a
delicious fried fish dinner Sunday for
my 75th birthday, which was enjoyed
by all. It was a most memorable day.
Many thanks and to Sisters Rose
Steinman, Ella Davis, Jeanie Mason
and Anna Johnson for their help.
We extend our sincere sympathy to
the family of Brother Seaborn C.
Hamilton who passed away Saturday,
September 21st. We also extend our
sincere sympathy to Brother Darrell
Williams and family on the loss of his
sister. May they rest in eternal peace.
We extend our congratulations to
Robert (Bob) Bia ke and Sister Frances
Skrasek Grizzard who will wed
Saturday, October 5, at St. George
Catholic Church. A reception will
follow in the home of Bob’s son,
James. May they háve a long and -
happy life together.
We are proud of Brother Jimmie
and Sister Wanda Mason who played
in the Domino Tournament Saturday
and made it to the semi-finals and lost
in the last game. Better luck next time.
A memoriál made in memory of
Brother Bili Renfro by:
Bili and Annette Schwabowski
(Berwyn, Illinois) - - $15
I hope to see you October 13th.
So until - - - Keep Smiling!
Fraternally,
Mary Pavey
Lodge 177 Plans
Fall Festival
The September 1 lth meeting of
SPJST Lodge 177, Academy was
called to order at 7:30 p.m. by
President Bili Hutka.
All officers were present except
Helen Bland, financial secretary.
Lillie Bartek, Sunshine Committee,
sent one card to the Alehandra Garcia
family.
Minutes from the last meeting were
read and approved as read.
Communications were from Supreme
Lodge President Howard Leshikar,
and the Academy FFA Alumni.
Wilbert Ramm has resigned from
the insurance sales representatives’
force, due to his health.
All chairpersons’ reports were good;
17 members were present for the
meeting, and 19 members plus 1 guest
were in the youth meeting.
Two new members were Joseph
Beasley and Ty Ray Thompson.
Trustees’ Report: All trustees were
present except Bruče Tomastik. Bell
County Sheriff Dan Smith requested
and was granted the use of some lodge
tables and chairs to be ušed at a benefit
barbeeue.
Under new business, it was decided
to háve our regular Christmas Party
December 13th, and a committee will
be appointed later.
For old business, our lodge members
are undertaking to háve a Fall Festival
October 19th from 10 to 6 p.m. We
hope to make this an annual affair and
would like to invite all reading this
letter to pian on attending. We are
planning on having numerous booths,
barbeeue plates, other prizes, an
auction, plus other entertainment. If
any member wishes to help and has
not been contacted, please call Helen
Bland at 982 - 4206; Jackie Beck, 982 -
4530; Bruče or Ann Tomastik, 982 -
4800; Phil or Rosalee Weadock, 773 -
4056. Members are hoping for your
support to be able to make this an
annual affair; telí your neighbors and
friends.
Fraternally,
Jackie Beck
—SPJST—
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