ZARJA-DAWN URADNO GLASILO OFFICIAL PUBLICATION SLOVENSKE ŽENSKE ZVEZE SLOVENIAN WOMEN’S UNION NUMBER 4 APRIL, 1968 VOLUME 40 Happy Easter To All! depicted in traditional Slovenian Easter Designs ZARJA - THE DAWN » Published monthly — izhaja vsak mesec Annual subscription $3.00 — Naročnina $3.00 letno For social members $2.40 annually. Za družabne članice SŽZ $2.40 letno Publisher-. ZARJA, 1937 \V. Cermak Rd., Chicago 60608 Second-class postage paid at Chicago, Illinois fficial Publication oj the Slovenian Women's Union oj America 'radno glasilo Slovenske Zenske Zveze v Ameriki Editorial Office: 1937 W. Cermak Rd., Chicago, 111. 60608 Tel.: Bishop 7-2014 All communications for the next issue of publication must he in the hands of the Editor by the fifth of the month Vsi dopisi z a naslednjo izdajo mesečnika morajo biti v rokah urednice do 5 v mesecu. No. 4, Vol. XL APRIL, 1968 Si. 4, Le:o XL SLOVENIAN WOMEN’S UNION OF AMERICA Instituted December 19, 1926 in Chicago, III. Incorporated December 14, 1927 in the State of Illinois MEMBER OF NATIONAL COU Spiritual Adviser REV. CLAUDE OKORN, O.F.M. 8r>00 W. Cold Spring R<1., Greenfield. Wis. 53228 Honorary /’resident—MARIE PRISLAND, Sheboygan, Wis * * * BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Founder—MARIE PRISLAND, 1034 Dillingham Ave. Sheboygan, Wis. President—ANTONIA TUREK, 986 Bryn Mawr Ave. Wickliffe, Ohio 44092 Secretary -ALBINA NOVAK. 1937 W. Cermak Road Chicago, Illinois 60608 Treasurer -JOSEPHINE ZEI.EZNIKAR, 2045 W. 23rd St., Chicago, Illinois 6060S Auditor—ANN PODGORŠEK. 301 97th Ave.. W. Duluth. Minn. Auditor—MARY OTONIČAR, 1110 East 66th St., Cleveland, Ohio 44103 Auditor—ANN KOMPARE, 9132 So. Constance, Chicago, III. 6017 * * * Alternate Audit or THERESA SKUR, 18223 LaSalle Rd., Cleveland, Ohio 44117 Alternate Auditor—FRANCES GASPICH, 609, Nicholson St., Joliet, 111. Director of IVomen’s-Sports Activities— ELIZABETH ZEFRAN, 1941 W. Cermak Rd., Chicago, 111. 60608 Director of Youth Activities—MARY BOSTIAN 19617 Mohawk Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44119 Managing Iiditrr CORINNE LESKOVAR, 2032 W. Cermak, Chicago S. Illinois SLOVENSKA ŽENSKA ZVEZA V AMERIKI Ustanovljena 19. decembra 1926 v Chicagu, III. Inkorporirana 14. decembra 1927 v državi Illinois. NCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN Vice-President—MARIE A. FLORYAN, 5830 W. Mineral St., West Allis, Wis. State President oj Colorado-Kansas-Missouri— ANNA PACHAK, 2009 Oakland St., Pueblo, Colo. State President oj Wisconsin— ROSE KRAEMER, 4304 So. K. K„ Cudahy, Wis State President oj Ohio-Micliigan— MARY BOSTIAN, 19617 Mohawk Ave., Euclid 19, O State President of Pennsylvania-New York— MARY TOMSIC, Box 202, Strabane, Pa. Slate President oj California-Oregon-Washington— ROSE SCOFF, 2208 Mariposa. San Francisco. Calif State President of Illinois-1 ndiana— ELIZABETH ZEFRAN, 1941 W. Cermak Rd Chicago, 111. 60608 State President of Minnesota— BARBARA ROSANDICII, 1212 Sheridan St., Ely, Minn * * * Finance Committee: ANTONIA TUREK, MARIE PRISLAND, Sec’y ALBINA NOVAK, JOSEPHINE ZELEZNIKAR * * * Scholarship Committee: MARIE PRISLAND, Pres. HERMINE DICKE, Sec y ANTONIA TUREK 3717 Council Crest ALBINA NOVAK Madison. Wis. 53705 Home Ojjice: 1937 W. CERMAK ROAD. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 6060S HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN APRIL April 2—Emma Planinšek, Br. 20, Joliet, 111. April 10—Jeanette Killoran, Br. G, Barberton, Ohio April 10—Viola Pisoni.Br. 46, St. Louis, Mo. April 11—Johanna Chesnik, Br. 61, Braddock, Pa. April 15—Jennie Zoker, Br. 51, Akron, Ohio April 2'1—Catherine Polach, Br. 19, Eveleth, Minn. April 26—Mary Debevec, Br. 41, Cleveland, Ohio OUR SECRETARIES’ BIRTHDAY IN APRIL April 2—Prances Novak, Br. 15, Cleveland, Ohio April 7—Stella Dancull, Br. 21, Cleveland, Ohio April 8—Angela Kozjan, Br. 40. Lorain, Ohio April 8—Lucille Smith, Br. 71, Strabane, Pa. April 10—Antoinette Lucich, Br. 31, Gilbert, Minn. April 16—Anna Frankovic, Br. 26. Pittsburgh, Pa. DATES TO REMEMBER . . . April 2'1—Corporate Communion, Br. 46, St. Louis. Mo. April 21—Anniversary Mass, Dr. 73, St. Jude church, Warrensville Hgts., Ohio April 26—Oard Party, Br. 73, Warrensville Hgts., O. May 1—Games Party, R 95, So. Chicago, 111. May 5—Mother’s Day Party, Br. 46, St. Louis, Mo. May 9—Mother’s Day Mass and Social, Br. 2, Chicago May 11 Card Farty, Dawn Choral Club at Euclid Park Clubhouse Nov. 121 — Card Party, Br 17, West Allis, Vis. May 19—30th Anniversary, Br. 89, Oglesby, 111. May 26 — OIIIO-MICHIGAN STATE CONVENTION & 40th ANNIVERSARY, Cleveland, Newburgh O. June 30—PENNA STATE CONVENTION, Br. SS, Johnstown, Pa. Aug. 18—Barbeque Chicken Dinner, Br. 43, Milwaukee Sept. 15 — WISCONSIN STATE CONVENTION and 40 th ANNIVERSARY, West Allis, Wis. Oct. 20—Card Party, Br. 14, Euclid, Ohio SLOVENIAN CHAPEL FUND NEARS HALF-WAY MARK! As you have seen published in newspapers and our Zarja, the lodges and branches have donated their part but many individuals have not, as yet, been contacted. We have to find a means to reach more individuals. If each Slovenian living in the U.S.A. would give a little, we would have more than enough. If our secretaries contact their members, they will help a great deal with this drive. We all have to give our services to help gather the funds. I have been to Washington as a visitor twice and both times have toured the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. It is the most impressive church I have ever seen. That is why I am giving all my time and work to this great cause, because I 1'eel deeply it will be a tribute to all Slovenians and our Slovenian organizations in the U. S. My husband and I feel that this important work must be done. To date we have received $33,000.00 and still have to raise $37,000.00 Those of you who have not sent any donation yet please do so right away and help to raise the remaining quota. As you all know the first payment of $25,000.00 has been paid and contract signed for the chapel. As soon as the architect Mr. Kennedy of the National Shrine has the drawings completed it shall first be approved by the National Committee then the construction of the chapel shall start and which will be completed in the spring of 1969. Toni Turek GIVE TO THE SLOVENIAN CHAPEL FUND! Send your contribution to Secretary, Frank A. Turek 986 Bryn Mawr Ave., Wickliffe, Ohio 44092 Make checks payable to Slovenian Chapel Fund THANK YOU! $100 Club Slovenian Chapel Donors It gives us great pleasure to ack nowledge more donors to the Slovenian Chapel $100 Club. Sincere thanks to them. Branches of S.W.U. who have contributed were listed in February Zarja under the Supreme President’s Colmun and will continue as received. Cleveland, Ohio: $500.00 American Slovene Club St. Vitus Society #25, KSKJ Ameriška Dobrodelna Zveza (SDZ) $250.00 Anthony and Louise Kuznik in memory of son Edward $200.00 Ložka dolina Society St. Ann Society #4, ADZ St. Joseph Society #169, KSKJ $100.00 Mr. & Mrs. Frank A. Turek Belokranjski Klub Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Nemanich Mr. Joseph Zelle Mr. Michael Telich Mrs. Frances Stanger Miss Frances Bogovich (Continued on page 77.) Distinguished Clevelanders Lead Chapel Fund Drive The central committee for a Slovenian chapel in the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, L>. C.( is located in Cleveland, Ohio, largest Slovenian community outside Slovenia. From left to right, front row: Antonia Turek, treasurer, our beloved S.W.U. president; Frank Turek, secretary; Joseph J. Nemanich, president of the committee, John Šušnik, first vice-president, and Rose Želodec, cor- responding secretary. From left to right, back row: Joseph Zelle, John Pestotnik, Matte Roesman, second vice-president; Mary Jeraj, and Anton Oblak. Dr. Uroš Roesman could not be present for this picture. ACTIVITIES Supreme President’s Message NEW ERA CAMPAIGN Zveza is calling for members, members and more new members! Answer that call by sending in that pink application at once so secretary Albina Novak can put on the spindle with the rest of the new members. Congratulations to the following branches who are celebrating anniversaries this month! 40th Anniversary, Br. 19, Eveleth, Minn, organized April 12, 1928 by Josephine Rozinka. 25th Anniversary, Br. 105 Detroit, Mich, organized April 10, 1948 by Alice Kodrich. 20th Anniversary, Br. 88 Johnstown, Pa., organized May 9, 1938 by Rev. Pius Petrich. Be a Good S.W.U. Member! Please pay up your dues as your secretary has to send it in every month to cover your insurance. It helps the secretaries immensely if you can pay your dues either 6 months at a time or for the whole year. This helps to eliminate the work and expense of sending notices for late payment. Keep your dues up to date, otherwise your secretary has the authority to suspend you which I am sure you would not want to have happen. Let me tell you of a recent case and I’m sure has happened many times before. A man called to notify me that his wife had died and she belonged to S.W.U. as he found her policy. He said she was a member from 1942. I expressed my sympathy on the loss of his wife and was going to do him the favor of notifying the secretary, which I did immediately. She told me that the wife had been a member but not paying her dues, she was suspended in 1957. When I called the husband back to tell him the bad news, he was very stunned and disappointed and wondered why. If she had kept her membership, her sister members would have been able to accord their final tribute to her by praying the rosary. So you see, the family was sad and it could have been avoided had this member not let her dues lapse. For such a small amount of dues, we really receive a lot as members of S.W.U. For instance, Zarja every month, one of the finest magazines published, and the companionship of your sister members at time of illness and good times, too. At death, a member is always shown last respects and prayers are offered. We do get so much from the little we pay. Happy Easter to all! Spring is here, flowers are blooming, days are longer and warmer and we all will be looking forward to the beautiful days that are coming and also' the activities that will be held by the branches in the next few months. First State Convention of 1968 will be here in Cleveland at Br. 15 on May 26th in conjuction with their 40th Anniversary. All members and friends are invited. Please attend to make this a memorable day for Branch 15. Visit to the Shrines in New York and Canada The excursion which has also been planned for you to visit the five shrines in New York and Canada is also in readiness. Itineraries are available. Anyone who is Interested in going, please write or call me and I shall mail you one. Departure date will be Saturday June 15th at 6:30 a. m. and will return Thursday June 20th at 8 p. m. Shrines that we will visit are: Auriesville, Amsterdam, N. Y., Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Quebec, Canada, Cap de la Madeleine, Trois Rivers, Quebec, St. Joseph’s Oratory, Montreeal, Quebec, Our Lady, of Fatima, Youngstown, N. Y. and last a visit to Niagara Falls, N. Y. Cost of this complete trip is $116.25. Included in this cost is your bus transportation, sightseeing and motels. (Meals are extra!) Reservations deadline is May 25th with a $50.00 deposit. Send to me at my address, 986 Bryn Mawr, Wickliffe, Ohio 44092. We are expressing our sympathy to Supreme Vice President, Marie Floryan on the loss of her husband, Anton on March 5th. May he rest in peace! Happy to hear that our secretary Albina Novak is recuperating nicely from eye surgery and wish her good health for many more years. Happy Birthday to all April birthdays and especially to my mom who will be 81 on the fifth. Speedy recovery to all ailing. Toni Turek No. 2, Chicago, III. In the coming months, our branch will again undertake a number of fine events. The first is on May 9th when we will celebrate Mother’s Day at a special prayer hour at 7:30 p. m. at St. Stephen church. There we will pray and sing all our favorite Marian hymns and have a beautiful hour in church. Then, we adjourn to the Lower Hall for refreshments. Our Mother of the Year, Mitzi Koporc Krapenc, will be feted along with all mothers and grandmothers of our branch. Please do attend, come with your mom and grandma — and bring the young ones. We will also celebrate the birthdays of April and May with refreshments. The meeting in March was well-attended but we missed our secretary, Albina Novak who was still recuperating from her surgery. We know she will be with us in May and hope that she will be feeling like her old self by then! Dues in March were efficiently collected by Sophie Bogolin who is our “right hand girl” at the Home Office. Liz Zefran reported that the pilgrimage to Our Lady of Snows Is two days, July 6th and 7th, by bus with a one night stay at the beautiful shrine. All interested should contact her. She had 6 teams going to Cleveland for the tournament, too, with a grand time planned for all bowlers and spectators. We wish to extend our heartiest wishes to members who are recovering from illness at home namely, Mary Pirc, Mary Mlakar and Magda Hajdinjak and to member Anna Winter at St. Anthony Hospital. A prayer for their quick recoveries was offered at the meeting. Two of our dear members passed to their eternal reward in the month of March. On the 3rd we lost Antonia Berce of Cicero and on the 12th, Mary Debelak of Summit. To their families, our deepest sympathy. Our members attended both funerals and and paid their last respects. Lemont Zveza Day committees have been set and again we are able to call on the well-experienced officers to take the reins. Among the first donations for this event is a beautiful hand-knit stole made and given by Mary Kosir of Clarendon Hills, 111. Thank you very much, Mrs. Kosir, we appreciate your generous gift very much. This will be used on the big project for which our members are to receive tickets in the coming month. Remember to keep the date of May 9th as the special Mother’s Day prayer hour and social for our members and families. A wish to all for many, many “pirhe” and blessings at Eustertime. Corinne Leskovar No. 7, Forest City, Pa. — We are sorry wet lost a very good member, Mrs. Frances Lauriha. She was a good paying member and always donated money or tatted hankies, quilts, and pillow cases. She also was a good potica baker. She baked for weddings, anniversaries and birthdays and made delicious noodles. She was 'a good singer and we remember that her favorite song was “Pod mojem okencem.” May God rest her soul and all the souls of our Zveza members. Best regards to all the members and especially those of Br. 7 in Forest City. Josephine Gostisha, Sec’y. No. 14, Euclid, Ohio — A very nice group turned out for our March meeting and 3 month birthday party combined. As usual, meeting was opened with prayer led by president, Theresa Skur. Our recording secretary was not with us, because of the death of her sister. Our sincere sympathies go to Mrs. Sustar. So, our February minutes were read by Vice President Mary Stražišar. Rose Mickovic was selected chairman for our annual card party with Mary Fakult as co-chairman. Our card party will be held on October 20th at the Slovenian Society Home on Re-cher Ave. Ladies, keep that date in mind as we will need all the help we can get. More on that later. We welcomed two members who have transferred from other branches, namely, Anna Cadez from Br. 25 and Pauline Angelc from Br. 41. We hope they attend our meetings. We also have tree new Junior members, the McCrory sisters, Colleen Marie, Mary Jo and Dorothy Lynne, recommended by Mitzi Globokar. That makes seven new Juniors recommended by Mitzi in the last two months. Good work, Mitzi. Margaret Sadar is hospitalized at Huron Rd. Hospital. We wish you, Margaret, and all our other sick members a speedy recovery. Mother’s Day program will be held on our meeting date in May honoring our Mother of the Year, Margaret Tomazin and all devoted mothers. Let’s all make an effort to attend. The following ladies very generously donated to our Treasury, Goodtime and Sunshine Clubs. Josephine Poje, Pauline Koncilija, Katherine Tomazin, Josephine Cebuly, Mary Sporar, Mary Bubnic, Rose Mickovic, Frances Kog, Theresa and Margaret Skur. We thank you sincerely. The Slovenian Junior Chorus of Circle No. 2 S.N.P.J. directed by Cecilia Valenčič will have an anniversary concert on April 28th at Slovenian Society Home and it was agreed by all attending members at this meeting that we purchased a ten dollar advertisement in the program book, to help with expenses for their concert tour in Slovenia this summer. We closed our meeting with prayer and adjourned to our social hour. We Rev. M. J. Setnicar, Pastor of St. Mary, Help of Christians church at the cornerstone laying ceremony in West Allis, Wis. had a very delightful time eating and playing games. Our thanks to hostesses Mary Fakult, Mary Stražišar and Rose Rodgers who set a very nice table and to Rose Mickovic for the delicious strudels she baked and to all the other ladies who helped and donated to make this a most enjoyable birthday party. Thank you all again. God bless you all. Sincerely, Vera Bajec to Supreme Vice-President, Marie Floryan, and family on the sudden loss of her dear husband, Anton, who died March 5, 1968. May he rest in eternal peace! CONDOLENCES No. 17, West Allis, Wis. — Here, we are having a dry winter, hardly any snow and it makes us very happy — no shoveling to do. We certainly hope the weather will keep up so it will be nice for our coming events. The year 19G8 will be a big year in West Allis. Our new St. Mary Help of Christians church was dedicated and blessed Sunday, March 24. Archbishop William Counsins officiated. The consecration of the new altar and embedding of relics took place on St. Joseph’s Day, March 19, with Bishop Roman Atkielski officiating. Congratulations and best wishes are extended to our devoted pastor, Rev. M. J. Setnicar, who thru the years since 1938 has done so much for the Slovenian people in West Allis. He has to his credit, a new school, gym and auditorium, convent, and he purchased other properties a-round the school. The old St. Mary’s church and rectory were razed and in 1967 started to build the new church, rectory and an addition to the school. The corner stone was blessed with simple rites on Sunday, October 29, 1967 by Rev. M. J. Setnicar, S.T.D. We are very proud of the new church which is shaping to be very beautiful and we are patiently waiting to be able to attend services in it. We have much to be thankful to Rev. Setnicar, our pastor and spiritual advisor of our branch, for his untiring time and work through the years. May God bestow on him good health, happiness and success in the years to come, and with these blessings our St. Marys parish will still continue to grow. St Mary’s Lodge K.S.K.J. No. 165 will celebrate their 50th anniversary on Sunday, April 21, at 10:30 a. m. and with a banquet at 1 p. m. Congratulations and best wishes are extended to the lodge and their charter members. May you all enjoy good health and success in the years to come. Our branch was organized on March 20, 1928 by Mrs. Josephine Schlosar with 20 charter members of whom 7 are still ajnong us today. We hope that the good Lord will grant them good health for many a year yet to come. Our 40th anniversary combined with the 9th Wisconsin Day Convention will be held on Sunday, Sept. 21st, at St. Mary’s Auditorium on So. 60tli and W. Madison, with Holy Mass and a banquet. More details will be given in a later report. On Thursday, March 21st, our branch sponsored a misc. card party and the proceeds went towards the new church building fund. The other card party will be held on Thursday, November 21st and these proceeds will go towards our own treasury to help defray some of the expenses oc-cured during the year. It will be held in St. Mary’s Auditorium, So. 60th and W. Madison. We are most happy for all donations given for these affairs, so please contact the president, Marion Marolt or myself. We planned the bus trip to Cleveland to enter the bowling tournament. All the girls have been talking about this for months. This is one of the events at this time of the year wo all look forward to. In the short time since we received letters regarding the construction of the Slovenian Chapel in Washington, D. C. there has been a good response. There were doubts in some minds — ‘‘OH! they will never get to collect the down payment needed" — and Lo and behold, it has risen over $25,000. It is gratifying to know that donations are coming in from so many communities. Our branch S. W. U. LEAGUES IN FINAL STRETCH No. 2, Chicago, III. Bowling News. As the Chicago S.W.U. bowling league rolled into March, Reliance Fderal, with a record of 51 wins and 30 losses, maintained its lead over second place Zefran Funeral Home, with 47 wins and 34 losses. Dr. Grill (45-36) moved up from sixth to third place, dropping Wagner’s Bakery (44-37) to fourth. St. Paul Federal fell to fifth place with 421/2 wins and 38% losses. There was some unusually good bowling during February. M. Taroli shot 518-—98 pins over her 140 average. Her teammate, M. Zufan, was 90 pins over her 145 avearge the same night, with a 525 series. M. Buikema bowled the highest series of the month—534. This was 81 pins over her 151 average and included a 209 game. F. Smulski didn’t make 500, but her 493 series was 79 pins over her 138 average. Even yours truly (Barbara Zurek, that is) managed to shoot 7l pins over my 133 average, with a 470 series. M. Stuck, last month’s star bowler, came back again with a 525 sries, which included a 212 game. K. Esposito had a high game of 223 and a 518 series. M. Smyth hit the magic number also with her 501 series, with a 196 game. P. Mladic, a 113 bowler, came up with a 155 game in a 406 series—67 pins over her average. Railroads pickups for the month: E. Kroschel, 3-10, -910, 5-8-10; C. Gospo, G. Schiffler, M. Taroli, 5-7; M. Reinholz, P. Mladic, 5-6; M. Zefran, A. Kovacs, 2-7-10; A. Burns, 6-8-10; M. Zahorsky, 3-10; M. Buikema, 4-7-9; A. Preskar, 6-7-10. Barbara Zurek No. 20, Joliet, III. — SWU Bowling News —- To enhance our “kitty” and social fund, the bowlers gave away a beautiful ceramic candy dish. It was donated by Mrs. Mary Cohil and Mary Rezick was the lucky member. We also had our Valentine hankie exchange. Each bowler brought a “hankie” and placed it in a “big Valentine box”. As each bowler got her first strike, she received a hankie. The high game for the month was a beautiful 224 shot by Vicki Ber-nickas. Congratulations, Vickie! She also had the high series for the month — 566. Other 500’s for the month were, Gen Klainsek 563; Mitzie Mro-zek 509 and Therese Pavnica 502. Betty Lakotich had a 206 game. Northwest Recreation Club is leading by 1/2 game. They have 37 wins and 32 losses. Bluth’s Sausage is second with 36% wins and 321/2 losses. Merichka’s follows with 35% wins and 33% losses. Dames Funeral Home is next with 35 wins and 34 losses. American Slovenian Home (batting 500) has 34% wins and 34% losses and Shep’s DX Service Station has 28|/2 wins and 40% losses. Oh! well, someone has to be last. Our split "go-getters” this month were Bernice Suski, Betty Lakotich, Jo Mlakar, Barb Terlep, Marilyn Nemanich, Lil Anderson, Ag Verbis-cer, Ann Sternisha, Kay Sukle, and Marje Wajchert. Ann Ariagno was on the sick list. We are glad to have her back bowling again. Here’s wishing you good health Ann. We missed you. Our ten top averages are: Marje Wajchert 164; Gen Klainsek 158; Dot Jaksetich 153; Vicki Bernickas 152; Jo Mlakar 152; Marge Gasperich 149; Marilyn Nemanich 148; Therese Pavnica 146; Mitzie Mrozek 146 and Virginia Guertin 142. Theresa Pavnica, Reporter has donated $25.00 and to date $131.00 was dontated by individuals. Let us all try to support this worthwhile project of which all Slovenians can be proud, knowing the religion of their forefathers will be enshrined for many years in the Immaculate Conception Shrine which has the honor of being the Patroness of our United States. What greater honor can a natiomatlity have? Our deepest sympathy is extended to Rudolf Teschner and daughters, whose wife and mother, Frances (nee Sager) passed away. May she rest in peace and God grant her eternal rest. Best wishes are extended to the shut-ins. If it is not possible to visit them send them a card or phone them. I am sure that little thought-fullness will be greatly appreciated. See you at the next meeting. 3rd Sunday of the month and if in arrears please bring your book up to date. May God bless you all. Marie A. Floryan No. 20, Joliet, III. — Our last meeting was again well attended. We were glad to see our members who came from Rockdale, Rose Jagodnik absent for a year due to illiness, Antonia Sustersich, Anna Schnell and others. All accompanied Jennie Sprengel who drives to their homes and loads her car. The meeting was interesting, and all who were not present really missed some interesting conclusions. Our new secretary, Olga Ancel, was busy taking in dues and also former secretary, Frances Gaspich, was on hand to give us her valuable experience from her long term of service. Slides were shown of Washington, D. C. by my daughter, Jonita and her husband Fred Ruth. The narrator was their daughter, Janice, a seventh-grade student. The president, Mrs. Emma Planinšek, thanked them both for their time and hoped they will be available another time. Thanks also to Janice for her good work. Our “Sergeant at Arms”, Theresa Muhich, and husband, John, celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary! The members all signed a congratulatory card which was mailed them with good greetings. Many more years to you, Theresa and John! The new members initiated by the president were, Cynthia and Paula Vicich with their mother Irene Vicich, whose great-grandmother is our "Popular Mother of the Year” Frances Ukovich, and Agnes Wade. We wish them all “welcome” into our happy group. The members recently ill and in the hospital were, Anna Cernetich, Theresa Zlogar, Jennie Grskovich, Catherine Zadel, Josephine Muster, Julia Trubich, Mary Nemanich, Jennie Bambich and Frances Sega from Cora St. at Silver Cross Hospital. We wish them all very speedy recoveries. Jo Sumic gave a full report for this future bowling tournament to take place this time in Cleveland. She has ordered a bus for the bowlers and guests from Joliet. Our condolences to our member Anne Papesh on her double loss of two loved ones: her nephew, Roy Keith was shipped home from Viet Nam for burial. His mother, the sister of Anne Papesh, nee, Vesel, died seven months ago after several years of prolonged illness. Son Roy, flew home many times from his Naval Base in California to be with his sick mother. After the burial of his mother, he was shipped to Viet Nam, where he gave his young life for our great country. He was killed in action seven months after the death of his mother. He was buried next to her with all military honors, attended also by his Naval unit. He is survived by his father and sister. Our sympathy goes to the survivors, who should know we will always remember Roy who gave his life to preserve freedom. May he rest in peace! Mrs. Jo Sumic also reported that two children were adopted by our members, namely, Mrs. Marilyn Nemanich, a boy and Mrs. Virginia Guertin who is a member of Br. 2 in Chicago but bowls with Br. 20, also a boy. The Mother of the Year 1968 was selected, Mrs. Frances Ukovich, of Hickory St., and a neighbor of the late Mrs. Nosse. Mrs. Ukovich is also a widow for many years but has reared a large family. She is 85 years of age and does not show it; she comes to our many meetings and even came along to Washington, D. C. She is always a very friendly and jolly person. She succeeds Theresa Marentich. Congratulations, Mrs. Ukovich! After the meeting lunch was served with potica, cakes and refreshments with sandwiches provided by Mrs. Planinšek and her help. Music was provided by Olga Ancel, and community singing followed by Mrs. Jennie Sprengel. Mrs. Planinšek thanked the members for the large attendance at this meeting, 4G in number, and hoped they would all come again from now on. It seemed like old times again. Eight new members joined. They are Theresia Boldak, Georgette Liko-vich, Bernardine Ukovich, Linda Nosse, Joyce Ukovich, Victoria Nosse, Amalia Molek and Mary Ukovich. We welcome all the new members into our midst. They were all recommended by our president, Emma Planinšek. The Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows at Bellville, 111. is the place our members are planing to visit tills summer on a special tour. More details later. Catherine Smolich has been reported ill. Prances Bottari, Anna Mahkovec and Jennie Smrekar all were ill for a few weeks. We are glad they are better as well as many other mem bers. A collection has been taken for the Shrine in Washington, D. C. and a prize given by Prances Bottari, was given to Josephine Muster. It was a beautiful ceramic tray made by Mrs. Bottari, with gold inscription: “God bless our daily bread.” Also a door prize (pillow case) went to Mary Gerl donated by Josephine Muster. At this time I am asking all our members to cooperate with your new secretary, Olga Ancel whose address is 1115 Frederick St. Come to her home any time to pay your dues, but to be safe, call up first to make sure she is at home. Her phone number 723-0882 or mail your dues, Our next meeting will be April 21st. Since this meeting will be very important, all members are asked to attend. Also, those who are in ar-rears are asked to come and talk to the new secretary about your dues. It is your duty to take care of this obligation while you are still healthy and alive. Happy Birthday to our president, Emma Planinšek who is celebrating April 2nd. Our condolences to the survivors of member, Mary Kalcich-Terlep relatives. She passed away at the age of 79 years. May she rest in peace! Wishing you all a very Happy and Blessed Easter. Josephine Erjavec Baraga in stained glass window . . . At the National Shrine of Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., 12 American Bishops have been memorialized in stain glass windows in the sanctuary, among them, chosen for his great work among the American Indians, our own Slovenian missionary Bishop, Frederic Baraga. It is another tribute to his saintliness and appropriately placed during this, the Baraga Centennial Year. (Ed. note.) Baraga From far Slovenia the apostle came: his heiart responsive to the Redskin’s call, unheeding what of danger might befall, with love of God and blood-bought souls aflame he would the savage lake-shore hordes reclaim. Midst these he toiled; of rugged life and fare with cheerfulness partook; his daily care, which luster lends to his undying fame. The Algonquian speech, the rich Ojibwa tongue: he chose it for his own; he gave it life in lexicon and books of prayer and praise, that by it heavenly mercies might besung and hearts uplifted be, in peace, in strife, till fleeting time shall run to endless days. This poem was first published in the magazine of the Indian missionaries “Indian Sentinnel” in its January 1917 issue, dedicated to Fred eric Baraga. The author was signed as W. W., which is probably the initial for Rev. Chrysostem Wervijst, who was the author of a book about Bishop Baraga. N. K. No. 21, Cleveland, Ohio — Special thanks are extended to our wonderful Chairman, Vice Pres. Helen Kon-koy who made our First Card Party such a success and her Committee Jean Masso, Mary Hosta, Rose Kosko, Lili Lunder, Cele Katherine, Mary Sanker, Frances Cimperman and daughter Delores, Josephine Intihar, Frances Miklich, Amelia Sanker, and Mary Hunter. Many thanks to them and our wonderful members, non-members, business people, (Congressman Michael Feighan and Charles Laurie, Prosecutor) who helped either by their presence, donating door prizes, bakery, cash, etc. Many thanks also to our Supreme President Antonia Turek and husband, Frank, for attending our affair. It was a delightful surprise to see them come in. Sincere thanks to State Pres. Mary Bos-tian for greetings and donation. Here are the two prize winners: 1st, handmade Afghan, member Josephine O-blalt from Felton, Calif., donated by Cecilia Brodnik; 2nd, handmade Afghan — the New Day Laundry Cleaners donated by Frances Kozely. Congratulations to proud grandmother for the second time, Julia Chesnik with a new granddaughter, Shellee Ann Chesnik. Two new members enrolled namely, YOUTHFUL BOWLERS OF CLEVELAND — A BUSY PROGRAM PLANNED FOR MAY Mary Bostian, Director of Youth — State President of Ohio-Michigan SWU sanctioned bowling takes pl'aoe every Saturday at the Shore Bowl in Cleveland, with juniors of branches, 14, 32, 50 participating. Mrs. Pauline Vegal is the bowling instructor for the first year and Mary Bostian, Director of Youth is their organizer. Many of thse youngsters began bowling when they were unable to lift the heavy ball, and oome are still at that beginning stage. For the most part, however, Mrs. Vegal and Mrs. Bostian proudly boast great strides in bowling progress for these juniors. In the front line, kneeling are: Karen Zahorsky, Nancy Gundelach, Marie Keeth, Patty Sudar, Susan Galtan, Nancy Rosech, Sharon Perdan, Pam Chinnici, Diane Davies, Laurie Milner and Joyce Larek. Middle row: Judy Komat, Pat Chinnici, Sharon Thaeter, Sue Koeth, Lorraine Gorg, Rose Ann Kromar, Joanne Dadante, Chris Haransky. Back row: Mrs. Pauline Vegal, Mary Jo Kromar, Susan Thaeter, Kim Wiltrout, Jan Kastelic, Karla Wiltrout, Randy Planeshat, Darlene Markovič, Carol Cooke, Sue Trunkly, Jo Ann McCarty, and Mrs. Mary Bostian. At the close of this bowling season, on April 27th, they will be feted at their first Bowling Banquet, at which time trophies and awards will be given. It will be held at the Tasty Shop, near the alleys in Euclid. Congratulations to the champs and those who tried so hard to become champs! After a two month recess, the members of the Combined Branches got together in March. I am sure eveiy-one was happy to get back to work again. We are now planning our Ohio-Michigan State Convention on Sunday, May 26th. I hope each branch in Ohio and Michigan will send a representative or mail in a report, as we wish to hear from each and every one of you. How you are progressing, what plans you have for the future, what problems you are facing — all these things are important for discussion at the Convention. This is what makes it all the more interesting! I do hope that every branch will take this invitation to heart and make a good showing. This would make us all happy. Besides, it will be to your benefit that we have this mutual discussion. Another topic at the State Convention will be the big bazaar to be held in the fall. I hope our branches are preparing, each to have a booth of their own. It will be held at the St. Vitus Hall on Glass ave. There will be lots more on this in the future. I wish to take this opportunity to wish each and every one a Joyous Easter. All of us send get-well wishes to our Supreme Secretary, Albina Novak, also to Mr. and Mrs. A. Stemisha. May all birthdays and anniversaries be especially happy and God bless you all. Deborah Marie Stevens, Shellee Ann Chesnik and a lovely member from Chicago Br. 2, Josephine Apostle transferred to our Br. 21. Welcome, girls! Vacation trips: Joseph and Mary Hunter, Anthony and Pauline Železnik, Joseph and Rosalie Železnik left on a trip to Las Vegas. May you all have an enjoyable trip. Theresa Kozuh and her husband, Laurence, observed their 48th Wedding Anniversary in February. Our veiy best wishes to them. On the sick list is Past President Ann Pelclc at present at Snowview extended care and nursing center. Frances Perusek is reported to be feeling better. Hospitalized recently were Marie Hosta and Theresa Kozuh. Thank you Florence Jeson for your donation to purchase get-well cards. Start thinking of our 40th Branch Anniversary. If you like to get. a big report, let’s hear about it and you can by sending in something. Please notify the Pres. Theresa Ijach 2G7-0790 or Secreteary Stella Dancull, 884-8217. To all Birthday celebrants in April, Happy Birthday! Get-well wishes to Supreme Secretary Albina Novak. Wishing you all a Happy and Blessed Easter. Stella Dancull, Secy. No. 23. Ely, Minn. We wish that more members would attend our next meeting as we have some important matters to take care of. With just a handful of members attending, it is hard to do anything. First of all, we are making plans to have some doings to celebrate our branch’s 40th anniversary and also Mother’s Day at our M'ay meeting. Mrs. Jennie Zgonc passed away on Feb. 21st after a lingering illness. It was very nice to see such a large group of members attending the rosary in the evening and also the large attendance at the funeral mass. We offer the family our deepest sympathy. May she rest in peace! Our new pastor, Father John Dol-sina, formerly from Nashwauk, attended our meeting in February. We were indeed happy to hear him speak to us and gave us a very inspiring talk and will cooperate with us in every respect as our spiritual director. Mrs. Anna Fink is confined to the Ely Bloomenson Hospital. We wish her a speedy recovery. Mary M. Shikonya No. 23, Ely, Minn. — Dawn Club. On February 21 at 6:45, the Dawn Club held a short meeting in the church hall. This meeting was held early as we had a public games party at 7:30. This was a money making project as our treasury was getting low and we wanted to have a reserve for our future social activities. We had a very fine turnout even though there were no tickets sold beforehand. Coffee and bars were served after the party by the lunch committee. Stephanie Vranesich won the attendance prize. Mrs. Frances Grahek is our new recording secretary. She replaces Ruth Zaverl who resigned due to her illness. At the meeting Mary Gotchnik was appointed chairman for our supper meeting to be held sometime in April. She was to get all the details and report at our March meeting. The following were on the lunch committee for the March meeting: Christine Grahek, Molly Zupancich, Rose Ferderber, Ann Levar and Katherine Merliar. Jennie Deyak is now convalesing at home after surgery. Ann Merrill is on the sick list too, and is still confined at the Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital. We wish them both a speedy recovery so that we will soon see them at our meetings. Fraternally yours, Mary M. Shikonya, Reporter No. 24, LaSalle, III. — Our branch’s quarterly meeting takes place this month and we cordially invite all members to attend. We will then have a long recess over the summer months. Best wishes to all our sick members including Mary Piontek, Theresa WELCOME NEW PASTOR No. 23, Ely, Minn. — Here in Ely we said goodbye to our pastor of many years, Rev. Frank Mihelčič who has now retired. We thank him for his conscientious work at the Slovenian parish of St. Anthony’s and his help in all our branch’s events. We also say hello — and a fond welcome to our new pastor, Rev. John Dolsina, formerly of Nashwauk, who has come to accept the pastoral duties here in Ely. We hope he will feel happy among us. Br. 23. Committee Tersellc, Jennie Cigali, Anna Jakse, Frances Tomazin, Antonia Hoefferle, Marta Radlaf, Josephine Radi, Mary Savnik, Mary Kastigar, Anna Terselic, Mary Spelic and Mary Godec. We appeal to all members who know of someone ill to visit them and help cheer them in their difficiult times. Happiest Easter wishes to you and remember that our Zveza cookbooks make lovely Easter gifts. Invite your relatives and friends to join our organization, now during the current campaign. My best to you and see you at the meeting, April 7th. Angela Strukel, Sec. No. 32, Euclid, O. — Our meeting in March was fairly well attended and we had 5 new members present. Our president was pleased with the attendance and would like more to come as she has great plans for the future. If we want her to carry them out, we have to cooperate and that’s what will give her the go! I wish to elaborate on the statement made in my last report that our new president, In transferring, made the right move. The transportation problem being what it is for her really makes this much more convenient and we are so happy she picked Branch No. 32. In April, we will have a foot doctor to speak at our meeting, so come and bring your friend or neighbor along. Our president knows he is good and who knows? he might help you with your foot problem! In March we each had a green flower pinned on for St. Patrick’s Day. Our President baked a cake and colorful jello was served to go with St. Patrick’s observance. For April, the color is pink as It’s Easter month. We lost our member, Frances Cimperman for whom we prayed; may she rest In peace! Unfortunately, we have a lot of sick members; Sister Skrobat and Tillie Bolek are in the hospital. Sick are: M. Drenik, Elizabeth Sudar, Mary Vodichar. May our Blessed Mother heal them and soon they will be well again as spring is on its way. On her Birthday, Frances Perme gave $1.00 for our kitty. To treasury, $2 from M. Weber, $1 each from Mary Strnad, Mary Noda, Antonia Nemec. Mary Baraga gave $5 for the Slovenian Chapel. In February, Mary Drobnick visited 2 weeks with her 84 year old mother in Ely, Minn. Her mother’s Birthday was Feb. 10th. She’s lucky she still has her mother and what a nice age! Our President brought 3 door prizes and winners were Caroline Peck, Catherine Zalec and Mary Drobnick. In conclusion, we wish you all a Happy Easter. A. Tekavec, Rec. Sec’y. No. 34, Soudan, Minn. — A cold night outdoors, but warmth and friendship permeated the Parish Hall for the Valentine’s Day meeting of the SWIT Branch No. 34. After a short business meeting, a social hour was enjoyed by the members with prizes at “500” going to Mrs. Joseph Gornick and Mrs. Joseph Skala. Winners at “Scrabble” were Mrs. John Tekautz and Mrs. Edward Dragavon. Mrs. Mary Pahula was awarded the attendance prize which was donated by Mrs. Dragavon. From a table, decorated in a Valentine motif, the hostesses Mrs. William Vollendorf and Mrs. Joseph Stefanich served a delicious luncheon following the games to end a delightful evening. I am happy to report that our our member, Mrs. John (Victoria) Bo-bence of Clear Lake (midway between Ely and Tower) is now con valescing at home following major surgery at St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth the latter part of January. Our prayers and good wishes for a complete recovery are with you “Terry.” Hostesses for the March meeting were be Mrs. Frank Planton and Mrs. John Zavodnick. Mrs. Victor Chia botti will donate the attendance prize. A Happy Easter to all SWU mem bers from Branch No. 24. Mrs. Anthony F. Yapel, Reporter No. 72, Pullman, III. — Our next meeting will be held on Sunday afternoon May 5th, at 2 o’clock at the home of Mrs. Angela Arko. We have quite a few ailing mem-bers — Mrs. Levstik, Mrs. Arko, Mrs. Zadnik, Mrs. Dolinar, Mrs. Brljavec, Mrs. Dresher. We hope these members are reouperating well. We surely wish them — as well as any others I may have left out because of not knowing about them — speedy recoveries. I just heard from Mrs. Glusac of Thornton — that she broke her wrist. We hope, this is mending fast, too. Haven’t heard lately from Mrs. Bezlaj who has been having a long visit in California. We miss you and hope we’ll be seeing you soon. Our best wishes for a Happy Easter to all. And we will be looking forward to seeing you at the May meeting. Wilma Zagar Hermine Prisland Dicke: 3717 Council Crest Madison, Wis. 53711 * * * If ham is what you are serving for Raster dinner then allow 10 minutes of baking per pound for ready-to-eat ham at 325 degrees and 18 to 20 minutes per pound for uncooked whole ham and 22 to 25 minutes per pound for uncooked half ham. Half an hour before the ham is done, take from oven and remove rind. Score or with knife, slash one inch squares into fat; insert a whole clove in each square, if desired; add glaze and return to oven at 400 degrees for browning, 15 to 20 minutes. Allow to rest out of oven 15 to 20 minutes for easier carving. A few suggested glazes: 1. 1 cup brown sugar, l tablespoon dry mustard, \/i cup pickle juice or spiced fruit juice may be added. 2. 1 cup brown sugar and % cup crushed pineapple. 3. 1 cup cranberry or current jelly. To carve; Place shank end at carver’s right. Cut a few slices from near side. Turn ham on cut, flat surface. Holding with fork, remove small wedge G inches from shank end. Cut thin slices down to bone; run knife along bone to release. * * * Mrs. Mary Bostian, state president of Ohio-Michigan, sent in some of her often-requested recipes which I am happy to include for your pleasure. KIFLE 1 cake yeast 1 14%oz can milk, evaporated 6 cups sifted all purpose flour lVz taspoon baking powder Dash salt 1% pound margarine 3 eggs, unbeaten 3 tablespoons sugar Combine yeast into one-half of the milk (room temperature) until dissolved. Sift together flour; baking powder and salt. Cut in margarine as for pie dough. Make well in mixture; add yeast-milk mixture; remaining milk; eggs and sugar. Mix well. Divide dough into 4 balls. Wrap in wax paper. Refrigerate over night. Roll out dough % inch thick on flour surface; cut into Z inch squares; place small amount of desired filling in center of each, roll up; shape into crescents and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Brush with egg beaten with a few drops of milk. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven 30 minutes. Filling: "Any fruit filling can be used, but I prefer Apricot or Pineapple Solo Brand Filling which comes in 12 oz. cans. For this batch I use 2% cans,” adds Mrs. Bostian. “Potica nut filling could also be used. Another nut filling is: 3 egg whites, V£ cup sugar, 1 pound ground walnuts, and % teaspoon vanilla. Beat egg whites until stiff, add sugar gradually beating after each addition. Fold in nuts and vanilla and fill.” STRAWBERRY OR PEACH DELIGHT Soak 1 tablespoon gelatin in % cup cold water then dissolve in % cup boiling juice from fruit. Add % cup sugar and 1 cup fruit, and set aside to cool. When thick as honey, fold in 2 stiffly beaten egg whites and 1 cup whipped cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Then when all this is gently folded together, fill up your dessert dishes and top with whipped cream and serve. PINEAPPLE, CREAM CHEESE MOLD y2 pound package cream cheese 1 can 141/20Z Carnation milk 1 box lemon jello V2 cup sugar 20 graham crackers 1 stick butter or oleo ( % pound) 1 can crushed, drained pineapple, No. 2 can about 1 pound size. Chill milk 2 hours; whip after chilling. Prepare jello and refrigerate until honey consistency. Roll graham crackers fine; and add melted butter; line the bottom of a 13x9 inch greased pan with the buttered crumbs (sides do not have to be lined). Spread the drained pineapple over the graham crust. Whip the cream cheese with the \/2 cup sugar. Whip jello. Fold whipped jello into cheese-sugar mixture. Add whipped chilled milk. Fold altogether. Pour jello mixture over the crushed pineapple. Top with ground nuts and refrigerate. BUTTERCREAM POUND CAKE This cake recipe was worth $25,000 when Mrs. Albert Lidert of Oak Dawn, 111., won first prize at the Pillsbury’s 19th Bake-Off. 1 package Buttercream Lemon Frosting Mix 2 cups butter, softened 6 eggs 4 cups All purpose flour (self-rising flour is not recommended for use in this recipe.) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 (12oz) can poppy seed cake and pastry filling Confectioners’ sugar or Glaze Oven 325 degrees 10 inch tube pan In large mixer bowl, cream dry frosting mix and butter at medium speed, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each. Gradually beat in flour and baking powder. In small mixer bowl, combine 3 cups batter with poppy seed filling; blend well. Spread half of plain batter over bottom of greased 10 inch tube pan. Then alternately add spoonfuls of poppy seed batter and remaining plain batter. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Cool cake in pan 15 minutes before removing. Cool completely. Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar or drizzle with glaze. Glaze: Combine 1 cup confectioners’ sugar with 2 tablespoons milk or lemon juice. Slovenian “Majolka" used to serve many delicious beverages including Dandelion Wine! DANDELION WINE 4 quarts dandelion blossoms 2 oranges and one lemon 4 pounds sugar and a small cake of yeast Put blossoms in a crock and pour 4 quarts of boiling water over them. Let stand three days. Pare outer peeling of the oranges and lemon. Use a potato peeler and peel very thin. Use only the colored part of the skin—not the white. After the mixture has been on dandelions 3 days, drain mixture into a large kettle and add the peelings and juices of oranges and lemon. Boil 15 minutes. Strain into a crock and add the 4 pounds of sugar. Stir. When the mixture is lukewarm, add the yeast. Keep in a warm room and let mixture work for three weeks. Pour it into quart mason jars and seal. In about a year the wine will become clear and the sediment will settle. Before your drink the wine pour it off the sediment very carefully into other jars. * * * Thank you, Mrs. Bostian, for sharing your treasured recipes. Happy Easter and Happy Spring Greetings! HERMINE No. 42. — Maple Heights, O. We began the Lenten Season on a sad note with the passing of one of our dear friends and neighbors, Jack Ye-mec. For many years, Mr. Yemec and his wife, Mary operated a grocery store in Maple Heights’ Slovenian neighborhood. At the time of his passing, he was employed by the Maple Heights Board of Education. His many contributions to the Slovenian community specifically and the City of Maple Heights in general, will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences and continued prayers go to out lodge secretary, Mary Yemec, and her family. In a happier vain, we extend belated birthday greetings to Agnes Vr-celc and our past treasurer, Mary Hočevar. Babies, babies! Marie Matis Zimmer has presented her parents, Antonia and Prank Matis, with their first grandchild, a bouncing boy. — Marie and her husband are both music majors at Kent State University and enjoyed a very successful recital this past March. Another member, JoAnne Kastelic gave birth to her sixth child, John Christopher. JoAnne and her husband, Dr. Joseph E. now have 4 boys and 2 girls. This latest addition makes grandchild number 17 for our president, Antonia Kastelic and her husband Louis. B. A. Kastelic No. 43, Milwaukee, Wis. — Our last meeting was more or less social. Sophie Bevsek, our president, was absent and Ceil Grotli, Vice President, did an excellent job at the meeting. We welcomed a new member, Maria Rozina and since then have signed up Theresa Kotar, Antonia Meke and 21 juveniles, Jan Marie and Mary Carol Gilboy who will be initiated at the next meeting. We are happy to have you with us. Members, start approaching rela-iatives and friends to join our S.W.U. The "New Era Campaign” is well on its way and our branch is way behind. The next event for our branch is a Barbeque Chicken Picnic which will be held on August lSth at Reber-nisek’s Club 36 on Loomis Rd. All members, friends and neighboring are cordially invited. More on this event next month. A rotisserie will be given on the above date to some lucky person. Tickets are now available from members. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Ambrosh spent two weeks in beautiful Florida. The Flory Walsh’s were on a two week vacation in Florida and there they met their sister and brother-in-law who flew from California. Their trip was very pleasant and relaxing. Good old Florida really attracts people from all over who return there year after year. The Bevselt’s were the proud grandparents of the second grandson on Feb. 4th. Congratulations Sophie and Frank. Eddie and Elsie Gallun became grandparents for the third time. A new granddaughter and Kim Marie LaRosa is her name. Congratulations, Eddie and Elsie. Eddie and Frank Bevsek each have their own orchestras, but, many times the two “grandpas” combine to play together on different occasions. Mr. and Mrs. Larsen returned from Florida after a short honeymoon, and now he is back at school at Stevens Point, Wis. He will be graduating in June. A chicken barbeque dinner is scheduled for the third Sunday in August. Everyone will be welcomed and more on this event later. Persons who would like to donate toward the Slovenian Chapel can do so at the meetings or call yours truly. More on this subject in the near future. To all our sick and shut-ins a very speedy get-well, and best wishes and congratulations to all our April celebrants. Lastly, check your dues and our next meeting is April 7th at 1:30 p. m. due to Easter Sunday being on our regular meeting date and a Glorious Easter to all. Rose Kraemer, Sec’y. WEDDING BELLS Milwaukee, Wise. A Florida honeymoon was the scene after the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Giuffre on November 25, 19G7, at Saint Veronica’s Catholic Church. The bride, the former Miss Karen Christine Delopst, wore a white satin “A” line dress, trimmed with jeweled appliques. Her headpiece was a jewel encrusted satin pill box with a finger rolled veil. The bride’s bouquet was of Amazon lillies and rose buds. Her attendants, whose dresses were of American Beauty Rose Satin trimmed in matching ma-ribu, were designed by the bride. The bridesmaids flowers were rose frosted carnations. Karen is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Delopst, Milwauke. The groom, Joseph, Is the son of Mrs. Vincent Giuffre, Milwaukee, and the late Mr. Giuffre. The bride is the grand-daughter of the late Mrs. Gertrude Delopst, the first President of Branch 43 S.W.U. Our best wishes. R. K. No. 46, St. Louis, Mo. — Our meeting was held on the 11th of February, at the home of our president Mrs. Violet Pisoni, and opened with prayer. We were very disappointed with the small group of ladies in attendance, and hope to see more in the next meeting. The members present discussed plans for our Mother’s Day Party and it was decided to hold the affair on May 5th at Lemon’s Restaurant at 12:30 p. m. Our regular meeting will also held this same day. Our branch will hold its Communion Sunday on April 21st, at 8:30 a. m., at St. Joseph’s Croatian Church,with the Sacred Heart Lodge. A plant was sent to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hribernik on the occasion of their GOth Wedding Anniversary on February 11th. The entire membership wishes to extend thier heartiest congratulations to the happy couple and hope they will enjoy many more happy years together. Mrs. Hribernik has been a member of our branch for 28 years. We hope to see all the members and their guests at the May Mother’s Day Party. Respectfully usbmitted, Theresa Gabrian, Rec. Sec. No. 50, Cleveland, O. — At our February meeting, instalation of officers took place with a nice turnout of a-bout 40 members present. Ernestine Jevec, Mitzie Azman and Nettie Leslie were dressed in their Drill Team uniforms and escorted the new officers to the front. It was beautiful! Sophie Kaplan, our outgoing recording secretary, gave a brief resume on the past year’s activities, etc. New members who were in our presence were: Celia Bleekman, Sally Gerscht and Rose Tisovec. Welcome to our branch, ladies, and we are hoping you’ll be able to attend all of our meetings. On March 30th and 31st, the National Bowling Tournament was held in Euclid, Ohio at the Palisades Bowling Lanes. Everyone worked hard to make it successful and thank you ladies fo your cooperation. More about this in the next issue. ATTEND YOUR BRANCH MEETING THIS MONTH! (A public service announcement from your officers!) INSTALLATION OF BR. 50 OFFICERS Serving in 1968 are the above group of officers of Br. 50, Cleveland, Ohio, sitting, from left. Recording Sec. Rose Želodec; Vice-Pres., Toni Turek; President, Frances Sietz; Secretary, Marie Beck. Standing, from left, Prisland Cadet, Nettie Leslie; Sentinel, Mitzi Bencin; Cadet, Marie Azman; Reporter Angie Lube; Hospitality Chairman and Mother of the Year, Mary Susnik and Cadet Ernestine Jevec. Member, Mamie Marin took the picture at the January meeting. Br. 50’s “Sunshine Girl”, Ann C. Hočevar, is on the right picture. She is also a member of the singing group that serenaded the newly installed officers with “Zvezina Himna” at the conclusion of the ceremony. In February, Donald Avsec and Sandra Olsen were joined in Holy Matrimony at St. Vitus church. Donald is the son of our new member, Nancy Avsec. In the February Issue, I made a slight error and I'd like to correct it. Ann Hočevar was elected as the Sunshine Girl and is replacing Frances Glavan. Sorry, I omitted the name of Jane Novak on our Christmas Party Committee — forgive me ladies, it won’t happen again. I would like to take this time to announce the passing of my mother-in-law, Mrs. Mary Lube, on March 2nd who to me seemed the best mother-in-law in the world. She was a member of another branch and will be missed greatly. Mary Grajzel’s husband passed a-way in February also. May his soul rest in peace! Julia Woda is a new Grandma a-gain and must say she is greatly missed at our meetings. Mary Chesnik and husband, John, (the faithful bartender) are vacationing in Florida at the present time. Ernestine Jevec’s son, 1st Lt. Robert J. Jevec was home for 2 weeks on furlough from the Armed Forces, serving in Korea and Germany- I a111 sure every lady prays for the boys who are serving their country. At our meeting we had an unexpected guest who was none other than Joe Nemanich, Supreme President of K.S.K.J. and also president of our National Shrine Committee. It was indeed a pleasure to have such a distinguished guest and hope lie’ll return to visit us again soon. Albina Schmuck, sister of Carole Traven and Frances Sietz is in very grave condition at Charity Hospital. Let’s all remember her in our our prayers. Ladies, till next month, Angie Lube, Reporter DEEPEST SYMPATHY To our reporter, Angie Lube and her husband, Ulrich, on the passing of his mother, Mrs. Mary Lube. She taught her children great loyalty to their faith and nationality. We know this because Angie is a most conscientious member and worker for Br. 50 and her husband, a willing helper in all our events. We pray for eternal rest and God’s most blessed reward for Mrs. Lube and extend our sinctere condolences to the family. president and members of Br. 50 Dawn Choral Group, Cleveland, 0. After eight months of singing, I would like to tell a little about ourselves. We are called “The Dawn Choral Group.” We have a membership of 22 women, all members of S.W.U. Br. Nos. 50, 32 and 14. Mary Bostian, our State President, organized this group. Our officers are Pres. Mary Bostian; Vice Pres. Frances Stariha; Secy-Treas. Rose Roesch; and Rec. Secy. Ann Hočevar. The auditors are Frances Globokar and Frances Somrak. Our director is Frank Gorensek. We meet on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Monday of the month at 8 p. m. at the Euclid Yugoslav Home on Rechar Ave. We are very grateful to Mary Bostian for this fine idea, as we are one big family and have a lot of fun. So, if any of you ladies like to sing, please come and join us. You are all most welcome. On May 11th we are having a card party at the Euclid Park Club House at E. 222nd St. and Lake Shore Blvd. All members and friends are invited. So until then, keep in tune. Cord-jilly. Ann J. Hočevar (No. 50) No. 52, Kitzville, Minn. Dear Sisters, as you all must know, our March meeting was again held at The Little Grove. We initiated a new member, sister Ann Nelmark and her little daughter, Jodee. Congratulations! We all know that you will do your duties as members and we will all be looking forward to seeing you again at our future meetings. We would like very much to get in more new members and the younger generation is what we need to keep up the branch after all the oldsters depart from here. Please get out and bring in more new faces! We also welcomed back sisters Rose Trombly and Elizabeth Spinelli who were on vacation for two months. It sure was nice to welcome them back again. Get well to sisters Julia Mancuso and Patricia Mancusco who are confined to the Hibbing General Hospi- tal. Julia is recovering from an illness and Patricia has undergone surgery. We hope and pray that God will speed them both to a rapid recovery. We all will be looking forward to seeing you at our next meeting. We also pray that all our sick members will be up and around soon. May God bless them all! Sister Josephine Oswald, our president, led us in prayer and thus brought our business session to a close. We then continued on with the social of the evening at which time sisters Alice Baratto, Josette Maki, Margaret Andrican, and Celia Palitano served a delicious lunch and also a-warded honors to the following sisters: Angeline Hrovat, Josephine Oswald, Rose Chiodi, Alice Baratto, Margaret Kochevar, Frances Jerkovich, Ann Roberts and Frances Shega. Door prize was taken by yours truly, Gertrude Kochevar. The delightful evening was then brought to a close. Our next meeting will again be held at the Little Grove on the first Wednesday in April. Please try to attend; the more the merrier. May God bless you all and keep you all in the best of health until we meet again. Also drive safely for the life you save may be your own. Gertrude Kochevar, Reporter No. 56, Hibbing, Minn. — A nice turnout came to our meeting which was held in the Assumption Hall Club-rooms and plans were discussed a-bout our participating in the Hibbing Diamond Jubilee which will be held in August. Mrs. Mary Massich was our representative and it sounds like a fun festival. We hope it is a success and we want to make a showing and the only way we can do it is by working together. A new member was introduced, Mrs. Nick Malkovich — Welcome, Mary! What took you so long to join? She selected the name of Dorothy Ober-star for the jackpot. Mrs. Mary Theodore and Mrs. Joe Kozak were reported in the hospital and we all wish them a speedy recovery. Prayers were said and the charter draped in memory of Mrs. Frances Puhek. May she rest in peace! Popular games were played with honors going to Mmes. Anna Rapinac, Mel Philipich, Mary Bovitz, Prank Satovich, Clifford Barkis and Louis Drobnick. Hostesses were Mmes. Anthony Babich (our Mother of the Year), Robert Genac, Frances Proznick and Caroline Kozina. Next month’s hostesses will be from Park Addition. If our spring like weather holds out we should have a really big turnout, at least we can’t use that for an excuse. Right, ladies? Margaret Skorich, Reporter No. 73, Warrensville, Hgts, O. — At the Feb. 5th meeting we decided to have a card party Friday April 26th, 8 p. m., Assisi Hall, 4753 Richmond Rd. next to St. Jude school. Come, bring your friends for an evening out. We had lots of birthdays in February. Happy Birthday to all! On our sick list with the flu are Betty Adler and Louise Epley. Hope you are better now. Also, Ann Gra-bowski’s family had the bug, too, we hear. Happy 38th Wedding Anniversary to Frances Travnik and husband. May they both share good health and happiness for many more years to come. Irene Chase’s daughter (Mary Ann) is to be married April 20th. Congratulations Mary Ann and Stan, the groom. We all wish you good luck and God bless you both. Our deepest sympathy to Agnes Kabel on the loss of her mother; also daughters-in-law Pauline Svette & Elinor Svette, all our members. May she rest in peace! Please don’t forget our Anniversary Mass at St. Jude church 9 am. April 21st. Everyone pleace come and fill up the church. We have some Junior news this time but it’s all sad. Elaine Mauer fell and broke her leg and Lyndia Kay Lepp is in the hospital with pneumonia. We all wish them a speedy recovery and next time no “sickness news.” A late Junior note—Coleen Moran had brain surgery at St. John’s Hospital. She is the granddaughter of Ann Rogel. We all pray a speedy recovery to Coleen. Louis Valizk is at Fort Knox in basic training. He is the son of Josephine Kapel and grandson of Sophie Mauer. The two ladies are our char- ter members. We pray Louis has a safe stay in the Army — Good Luck. I heard that some women felt bad that their names were not included in the chapel list. The list was made of some of the first donors. At this time we want to thank ALL the ladies who gave. God bless you all! Betty Bayus, Reporter No. 88, Johnstown, Pa. — It has been a long time since you received news from our branch. Now, we are letting you know that we are having the Penna State Convention in Johnstown on Sunday, June 30, 1968. It will take place at St. Ann Church Hall on Woodland Ave., Moxham. The meeting will be at 2 p. m. and a short sight-seeing trip will follow showing points of interest. The banquet will be at 4 p. m. We hope all lodges of Penna will be represented, also guests from Ohio. Please have your reservations in for the banquet by June 23rd. Will have more details to report in the next issue of Zarja. God bless you all! Mary Kuzma, Pres. No. 89, Oglesby, III. — The Oglesby Slovenian Women’s Union, Branch 89 are well on their way in making plans for the 30th anniversary. We would like to have all the other branches help us in our celebration, especially the two closest branches, LaSalle and the Depue members. We would like to see you come with us to the 11 o’clock Mass at the Holy Family church which will be a special Mass for all our members. From there we will go to our usual meeting place at the Dickinson House and have dinner served to us by a catering service. I understand we are in for a special treat in the wonderful dinner which will be served to us. Our vice-president, Mrs. Caroline Lena Dawson is in charge of the affairs. Just a short time ago, Lena’s mother died, our oldest member, Mrs. Anna Siolz, who was 87 years old. Before her health failed she never missed a meeting and enjoyed everyone of the meetings. Mrs. Siolz left many offsprings: one son, five daughters, 22 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-children, that makes a total of 72 descendants. Recently our local paper carried an article about four local boys who were graduates of our local two year Junior College and have been named Outstanding Men of America in the 1968 edition. One of them is the son of our able treasurer, Mrs. Sophie Frank. Her son, Dr. Charles Frank obtained his Bachelor degree from Purdue, and his Masters and Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. Presently he is doing research for GM, Electronic division in Oak Brook, Wis. Dr. Frank is the co-author of two CELEBRATED DOCTOR Dr. Charles Frank books: Thermoelectricity: Science & Engineering, a collaboration of 17 authors. Dr. Frank’s contribution to the volume deals with the technology of thermoelectric devices. The second volume is a compilation of papers, given first as lectures in various parts of the United States. The volume entitled Recent Advances in Optimization Techniques, contains his paper: “An Algorithm for Geometric Programming”, published under his name. He has approximatly five other papers published. Honorary fraternities to which he has been elected are Tau Beta Phi, Eta Kappa Nu, and Sigma Xi, a science fraternity for outstanding scholastic work. One of our hardworking members, Miss Mary Kernz, made an afghan which will be given away at the May anniversary dinner. As the second Sunday in May is reserved for Mother’s Day we planned to have the 30th anniversary dinner on the Sunday after, May 19th. We hope to see you all there. Angela Nico, Reporter No. 92, Crested Butte, Colo. — We held our March meeting in Gunnison this time at the home of Betty Stariha with her and Sharon Lubin as hostesses. Even though we still have quite a bit of snow and cold weather most all the members turned out. Besides our regular Canasta and refreshments, we had a small bake sale among ourselves, which worked out really well. We all had a lot of fun. I hope we have more fun next time. The evening was enjoyed by all .except when we were about to go home and Kay Sterk’s car doors were frozen shut so she couldn’t get in. But all in all everything turned out well as I A “NEW ERA” FOR THE UNION! | V The membership campaign dedicated to the new re-vitalized Slo- f up a new member to show your interest and willingness to help this S X great organization increase its ranks in the year ahead. t X Remember that in this campaign cash prizes will be awarded ac- # 5j> cording to points. One full point is given for every new member in 8 Class B; % point for a new Class A and % point for a new Junior. ¥ V Prize dollars are totaled on Full Points! Every new member counts! v V Social members can be enrolled also -— for full point value as $ S! Class A — that is % point. Social members receive benefits from X v the branch but are not insured! They also receive Zarja and pay 20c S | to the general treasury. No age limit on Social Members. X X Congratulations to Duluth, Minn., still leading with the most new 2 j* members in this drive. There’s still plenty of time — but don’t wait! S X Your new prospect may be waiting for you to ask her. Campaign is on X i< until October, 1968! Albina Novak, Supr. Sec’y jS Mr. Stariha thawed the door out and she was able to get home. We all want to give our congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Pogorelz as they celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Mrs. Frances Pogorelz is a charter member of Branch 92. They were married in Crested Butte, January 27, 1918. They have one son and two daughters namely, John Pogorelz who lives In Fort Morgan, Colo., Mrs. Bob Schuett and Mrs. Frank Kime both living in Denver, Colo. The Pogorelz’s have 6 grandchildren. The delightful occasion was celebrated by a wedding Mass at Mout Carmel church in Dnevr, officiated by Father Volk, a nephew of Mrs. Frances Pogorelz. Later a surprize reception was held at the home of Mrs. Bob Schuett an January 2l8th with many frinds and relatives attending. We hope Mr. and Mrs. Pogorelz have mnay more! Myrna Krjzmanich, President No. 95, So. Chicago, III. — After battling mounds of debris which was strewned all orer the room where we conduct our meetings, I sometimes wonder how I am able to maintain my mental capacities, nevertheless, I must commend the ladies for their patience and understanding while the Croatian Hall is undergoing a new face-lifting. However, our February meeting was well attended. Reports were given by Helen Golich, Treasurer,and Rose Boerner, Chairlady for our Christmas Party. I am also particularly delighted to announce that Anna Plesha, 2917 E. 97th St., captured the title of Mother-of-the-Year. Congratulations, Anna! Enrollees in our membership drive: Anna Polancic, 2850 E. 96th St. and Regina A. Buchanan, 9746 Ave. “H”, our alderman’s mother. Welcome a-board, ladies! We are sorry to hear that Eva Starcevich, and Frances Perplch, are ailing and that Ann Ser- tich has been hospitalized and is to undergo surgery. Kindly include all of our ailing members in your masses and prayers. Table decorations using using a Valentine theme were lovingly prepared by Amelia and Doris Cuzella who were on hand to serve the tasty delicacies donated by: Polonia Ashen-brenner, Ann Larcher, Ann Sertich, Julia Hansen, Agatha Mesin, and Doris Cuzella. Cash donations: Eva Starcevich, Sophie Barbich and Lucille Sarich (Texas). My sincere thanks to all of you who always do things, very well, indeed. Birthday greetings to the following who are celebrating in April: Andri-jana Bandera, Frances Hlaner, Cecelia Kolovo, Rose Kovacevich, Rose Kr-neta, Marta Ladlsich, Anna Mrava-cich, Mary Nicksic, Mary Pavelich, Barbara Sambol, Margaret Udovich, Marge Innis, Matilda Quinn, Helen Wills Jr., Carol Dean, and Anastasia Nelson. We are looking forward to interesting programs which have been planned, and most important the continuing of our money making project. Much emphasis is being placed on this project because it is the only once-a-year major fund raising one. Climax will be held on May 1st. Evelyn Driscoll our capable Rec. Sec’y. has been tapped for the chairlady job again. May we ask that each members accepts a book and make your returns as soon as possible. Since so much depends on the receipts of our booklets, kindly make your returns as soon as possible, please try to make every effort to purchase at least one book. Thank you! Members are urged to come and spend an enjoyable evening with us, May 1st at 7:30 p. m. Also, may we ask you to try to bring some sort of bakery goods of your choice? S.W.U. FUNERAL BENEFITS The funeral benefit for class A members is $100.00, ages 14 to 50 years and Juvenile class benefit is also $100.00 from birth to any age. The schedule of ages under which Class B benefits are paid, as follows: $300.00 for those joining from ages 14 to 30 years inclusive; $250.00 for those joining between ages 3l and 40 years inclusive; $200.00 for those joining between ages 41 and 45 inclusive; $150.00 for those joining between ages 46 and 56 years inclusive. These benefits are paid after two years membership in good standing. Assessments: Class A, 45 cents per month (25tf mortuary fund payment; 20 OFFICERS OF S.W.U. BRANCHES — 1968 No. 1, SHEBOYGAN, WIS. 53081 Pres.: Olga Saye, 1210 So. 20th St. Secy: Margaret Fischer, 515 Wash. Sq., Kohler, Wis. 53044 Treas: Dorothy Kregel, 1019 Pershing Ave. Meetings: Third Sunday, Church Hall. No. 2, CHICAGO, ILL. 60608 Pres.: Josephine Železnikar, 2045 W. 23rd. Sec’y.: Albina Novak, 1931 W. Cermak Rd. Treas.: Elizabeth Zefran, 1941 W. Cermak. Meeting: 2nd Thurs. Every other month, Church Hall 7:30 P.M. -Mo. 3, PUEBLO, COLO 81004 Pres: Mary Guzzol, 1025 W. Orman (81005) Sec’y.: Frances Simonich, 1113 Mahren. Treas: Frances Skul, 1107 Mahren Ave. Meetings: 1st Wed., Church Hall, 7:30 pm. No. 4, OREGON CITY, ORE. 97045 Pres.: M. Polajner, 1112 J. Adams St. Sec'y.: Mary Gerkman, R. 2, Box 59. Treas: Stasia Petrich, 204 S. High Meeting: 2nd Tues. 8 PM member’s homes No. 5, INDIANAPOLIS, IND. 46222 Pres.: Sylvia Stanfield, 744 N. Haugh St. Sec'y & Treas.: Josephine Turk, 1150 No. Warman. Meeting: 4th Sun. every other mo. S.N.D. W. 10th St. No. 6, BARBERTON, OHIO 44203 Pres.: Jeanette Killoran, 906 W. Tusc. Av. Secy & Treas: Emma Straub, 3845 Range-ly Rd. Treas: Jennie Okolesh, 393 Cassell Ave. Meeting: 1st Sun. Church Hall No. 7, FOREST CITY, PA. 18421 Pres.: Anna Kameen, 87 Depot St. Sec'y. & Treas.: Josephine Gostisha, 1010 No. Main. Meeting: 1st Sun. 2 P.M. Secy’s home No. 8, STEELTON, PA. 17113 Pres.: Mary Messersmith, 323 Myers St. Sec'y.: Anne Pavelich, 222 Myers St. Treas.: Katie Belicic, 245 Fredrick St. Meeting: Last Sun. St. Al’s Hall No. 9, DETROIT, MICH. 48219 Pres: Henriette Dimock, 4354 Ten Mile Rd., Warren, Mich. Sec'y.: Mary Jamsek, 18711 Stahelin, Detroit, Mich. 48219. Meetings: Every 3rd month, Sec'y's home. No.. 10, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44110 Pres.: Anna Markovich, 15705 Holmes Av. Secy & Treas: Mary Camloh, 15726 Holmes Ave. Meetings: 2nd Tues., S.N.D., Holmes Ave. No. 12, MILWAUKEE, WIS. 53215 Pres.: Frances Plesko, 2908 W. Green- field Ave. Secy & Treas: Mary Dezman, 5215 S. 22nd PI., (53221) Meeting: 3rd Thurs. Lilly Hall, 2222 W. National Ave. No. 13, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. 94107 Pres: Rose Scoff, 2208 Mariposa St., 94110 Sec'y.: Anna Stich, 579 Rhode Island. Treas: Rose Bianco, 2106 18th St. Meetings: First Thursday, Slov. Home. No. 14, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44119 Pres.: Theresa Skur, 18223 LaSalle Rd. Secy: Vera Bajec, 19613 Chickasaw Treas.: Mary Iskra, 18814 Mohawk Ave. Meeting: 1st Tues, Slov. Society Home No. 15, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44015 Pres.: Frances Lindlc, 3544 E. 80th St. Sec'y.: Frances Novak, 3552 E. 80th St. Treas.: Theresa Jeric, 3583 E. 81st St. Meetings: 2nd Wed., S.N.D., 80th Street. No. 16, SO. CHICAGO, ILL. 60617 Pres.: Katie Triller, 1724 Stanton, Whiting, Ind. Sec'y.: Gladys Buck, 10036 Ave. L. Treas.: Anna Buck, 10036 Ave. L. Meetings: 2nd Thurs., St. George’s Hall. No. 17, WEST ALLIS, WIS. 53214 Pres.: Marion Marolt, 1512 So. 53rd St. Sec'y.: Marie A. Floryan, 5830 W. Mineral. Treas.: Frances Piwoni, 2635 So. 70th St. Meeting: 3rd Sun. 3 P.M. St. Mary’s Hall, None in June, July, Aug. No. 19, EVELETH, MINN. 55734 Pres: Catherine Polach, 516 Jackson St. Sec'y. & Treas.: Mary Lenich, 609 Jones. Meeting: 2nd Thurs. Jan., Apr., May, Aug., Oct., Dec.; secy’s home No. 20, JOLIET, ILL. 60435 Pres.: Emma Planinšek, 1314 Elizabeth. Secy: Olga Ancel, 1115 Frederick St. Treas.: Jos. Sumlc, 1305 No. Center St. Meetings: 3rd Sun., Ferdinand Hall, 2 pm. No. 21, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44135 Pres: Theresa Lach, 13110 Crossburn Ave. Secy: Stella Dancull, 13390 Settlement Dr., Brook Park Treas.: Josephine Weiss, 12619 Kirton. Meeting: J.D.N. Hall, 4583 W. 138th No. 22, BRADLEY, ILL. 60915 Pres: Mollie Metschuliet, 324 S. Grand Ave. Secy: Gabrielle Lustig, 296 N. Michigan Treas: Eliz. Kinder, 212 S. Grand Ave. Meeting: 4th Tues, every other month. Member’s homes No. 23, ELY, MINN. 55731 Pres: Theresa Koschak, 1245 E. Chapman Sec'y.: Barbara Rosandich, 1212 E. Sheridan St. Treas.: Mary Shikonya, 846 E. Chap. St. Meetings: 1st Sun., St. Anthony Hall, 7:30 pm. No. 23, ELY, Minn. DAWN CLUB Pres.: Rose Novak, 11 Semers St. Sec'y.: Helen Kotchevar, 127 E. Sheridan. Treas.: Margery Gornick, 25 Lawrence St. Meetings: Third Wednesday, 7:30 pm. Room 132, Comm. Center. No. 24, LASALLE, ILL. 61301 Pres.: Mary Krogulski, 1237 - 6th St. Sec’y. & Treas.: Angela Strukel, 536 La-Harpe St. Meetings: 1st Sun. 2 pm. St. Roch's School No. 25, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44103 Pres: Mary Kolegar, 17930 Windward, (44119) Sec’y. & Treas.: Mary Otoničar, 1110 E. 66th Street. Meetings: 2nd Mon., St. Vitus School Hall. No. 26, PITTSBURGH, PA. 15201 Pres.: Anna Trontel, 701 Kendall St. Sec’y.: Anna Frankovic, 5332 Keystone St. Treas.: Mary Bahor, 604 Kendall St. Meetings: Third Tuesday, Slov. Home. No. 27, NO. BRADDOCK, PA. 15104 Pres.: Mary Stephenson, 1721 No. Ridge. Secy: Mrs. Frances Kucic, 146 Churchill Rd., Turtle Creek, Pa. 15145 Treas.: Frances Celigoi, 1719 Poplar Way. Meetings: First Sunday, 1629 Ridge Ave. No. 28, CALUMET, MICH. 49913 Pres.: Ann Heineman, 109 8th Street. Sec'y.: Mary Jakovich, 810 Oak St. Box 15 Treas.: Stephanie Ryan, 107 - 6th St. Meeting: 2nd Wed. St. Paul the Apostle Church No. 29, BROUNDALE, PA. 18421 P.O. Forest City, Pa. Pres.: Fannie Harvatine, Main St., B’dale. Sec’y.: Mary Hadley, 217 Vine St. Treas.: Jos. Debevec, 337 Main St. Meetings: First Monday. No. 30, AURORA, ILL. 60505 Pres: Teresa Zefron, 1227 Superior St. Secy: Emma Tomse, 685 Twin Lane, 60504 Treas: Barbara Fayfar, 611 Hankes Ave. Meeting: 2nd Tues. every 3 mo. member’s homes No. 31, GILBERT, MINN. 55741 Pres: Rose Veronick, Box 879 Secy & Treas: Antoinette Lucich, Box 752 Meeting: 2nd Wed. Community Center, 7:30 P.M. No. 32, EUCLID, OHIO 44123 Pres: Mary Bostian, 19617 Mohawk, Cleveland, 44119 Sec’y.: Josephine Comenshek, 924 E. 223rd. Treas.: Anna Godlar, 20971 Wilmore Ave. Meetings: 1st Tues., St. Christine's Hall. No. 33, DULUTH, MINN. 55808 Pres.: Frances Blatnik, 532 99th Ave., W. Sec’y. & Treas.: Elizabeth Misiewicz, 411 W. McGonagle. Meetings: 1st Wed., St. Eliz. Hall, 7:30 pm. No. 34, SOUDAN, MINN. 55782 Pres: Theresa Pahula, Box 91 Sec’y. & Treas.: Mary Pahula, Box 26. Meeting: 3rd Wed. No. 35, AURORA, MINN. 55705 Pres: Anna Hren, 401 N. Maine St. Sec’y. & Treas.: Frances Bradach, 28 N. Erie. Meeting: 4th W’ed. Church Hall No. 37, GREANEY, MINN. (Gheen 55740) Pres.: Helen Shuster, Gheen, Minn. Sec'y.: Mary Krall, Gheen, Minn. Treas.: Anna Skraba, Gheen, Minn. Meetings: Second Sunday, Church Hall. No. 38, CHISHOLM, MINN, 55719 Pres.: Frances Hren, 300 - 1st St. N.W. Sec’y. & Treas.: Anna Trdan, 215 5th S.W. Meeting: 1st Wed. Slovenian Hall No. 39, BIWABIK, MINN. 55708 Pres.: Frances Anzelc, Box 168. Secy & Treas: Charlotte Sherek, Box 662 Meeting: 2nd Sun. Church Hall, 2 P.M. No. 40, LORAIN, OHIO 44055 Pres: Agnes Jancar, 1686 E. 32nd St. Secy: Angela Kozjan, 1628 W. 29th St., 44052 Treas: Mary Klinar, 6333 N. Murray Ridge Rd., Elyria, Ohio 44035 Meetings: 2nd Wed., S.N.D., 7:30 pm. No. 41, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44110 Pres.: Mary Debevec, 14926 Sylvia Ave. Secy: Ella Starin, 17814 Dillewood Rd., 44119 Treas: Mary Debevec, 14926 Sylvia Ave. Meeting: 1st Tues. S.W. Home, 15335 Waterloo Rd., 2 P.M. No. 42, MAPLE HEIGHTS, OHIO 44137 (P.O. Bedford, Ohio) Pres. Antonia Kastelic, 15905 Grant Secy: Mary Yemec, 5112 Stanley Ave. Treas.: Cecelia Hočevar, 16312 Raymond. Meeting: 3rd Wed. S.N.D., 5050 Stanley, every other mo. 7:30 P.M. No. 43, MILWAUKEE, WIS. 53215 Pres: Sophie Bevsek, 7001 W. Plainfield Secy & Treas: Rose Kraemor, 1304 S.K.K. Ave., Cudahy, 53110 Meeting: 2nd Sun. 1105 S. 9th St. No. 45, PORTLAND, ORE. 97216 Pres.: Mary E. Roso, 215 S.E. 86th Ave. Secy: Wilma Franciskovich, 3216 N.E. 57th, 97213 Treas: Rosemary Gordon, 10300 E. Burnside, Apt. #1 Meeting: 2nd Tues. Mar. Jun. Sept. Dec. Secy’s home No. 46, ST. LOUIS, MO. 63139 Pres.: Viola Pisonl, 6704 Clayton Ave. Secy & Treas: Helen Skoff, 6255 Westway PI., 63109 Meeting: 2nd Sun. Pres. Home No. 47, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44105 Pres: Jennie Gerk, 32977 Charmwood Ave., Solon, 44139 Secy: Jennie Pugely, 10721 Plymouth Ave., Garfield Hts., 44125 Treas.: Antonia Dolinar, 8805 Vineyard. Meeting: 2nd Sun. every other mo. S.D.D., 10814 Prince Ave. 2 P.M. No. 49, WICKLIFFE, OHIO 44092 Pres & Secy: Mary Stusek, 29654 Grand Blvd. Treas: Mary Gombach, 22300 Arms Ave., Euclid, Ohio 44117 Meetings: Second Sunday, every third month, 22300 Arms Ave. No. 50, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44143 Pres: Fran Sietz, 308 Richmond Rd. (43). Secy & Treas: Marie Beck, 25851 Highland Meetings: 3rd Mon. 8 P.M. Baragov Dom E. 63rd & St. Clair No. 51, KENMORE, OHIO P.O. Akron, Ohio 44314 Pres.: Jennie Zoker, 2110 Manchester Rd. Sec'y. & Treas.: Dorothy Zakely, 601 Marengo Ave. Meeting: twice a yr. Amer. Slov. Club OFFICERS OF S.W.U. BRANCHES — 1968 No. 52, HIBBING, (Kltzville) MINN. 55746 Pres.: Jos. Oswald, 330 - 2nd St., Hibbing. Sec’y & Treas.: Hose Chfodi, 312 4th St. Meetings: 1st Wed., Little Grove Club Em, No. 54, WARREN, OHIO 44484 Pres.: Kose Racher. 2205 Burton St. Sec’y. and Treas.: Joanne Ponikvar, 1040 Meadowbrook S.E. Meetings: 3rd Tues., Members' homes. No. 55, GIRARD, OHIO 44420 Pres: Barbara Umeck, 19 Harmon St., Niles, 44446 Secy & Treas: Matilda Cigolie, 1537 Greenwood, Girard Meetings: Second Thursday, S.N.D. No. 56, HIBBING, MINN. 55746 I’res.: Anne Satovich, 3414 W. 4th St. Sec’y.: Mary Meadows, 1410 - 15th Ave. E. Treas.: Mary Drobnick, 3609 W. 4th Ave. Meetings: 2nd Tues., Assumption Hall. No. 57, NILES, OHIO 44446 Pres.: Frances Yerman, 2110 Robbins Ave. Secy: Virginia Zevkovich, 70 Chestnut St., Girard 41420 Treas: Mary Strah, RFD, Box 286, Mineral Ridge, 44440 Meetings: 2nd Tues. Pres. Home No. 59, BURGETTSTOWN, PA. 15021 Pres.: Ann Lounder, Main St. Sec'y.: Virginia Bendich, Main St. Treas.: Margaret Godish, 1 E. Market St. Meetings: 1st Tues. at Slovenian Home. No. 61, BRADDOCK, PA. 15104 Pres.: Johanna Chesnik, 1223 Milton St. Secy: Pauline Stolec, 2019 Monroe, Pittsburgh, 16218 Treas.: Jennie Novosel, 901 Greensburg Pike, E. Pittsburgh. Meetings: Second Sunday, Croat. Home. No. 62, CONNEAUT, OHIO 44030 l'res.: Mary Jane Dello, 542 Detroit St. Sec’y & Treas.: Anna Mundi, 431 16th St. Meetings: 1st Sat. Treas. Home No. 63, DENVER, COLO. 80216 Pres. Ann O'Rell, 4787 Grant St. Secy: Ellen Nortnik, 8570 W. 57th Ave., Arvada 80002 Treas: Cecilia Kreiling, 4939 Washington Meetings: 4lh Sun. Slov. Home No. 64, KANSAS CITY, KANS. 66102 Pres.: Antonia Kostelec, 617 Splitlog. Sec’y.: Catherine Lastelic, 637 Orville. Treas.: Regina Cop, 317 Orchard Ave. Meetings: 3rd Sunday, Holy Family Hall. No. 65, VIRGINIA, MINN. 55792 Pres.: Celia Simich, 806 - 8th St., N. Sec’y.: Jennie Tavchar, 719 - 10th St. N. Treas.: Jennie Tavchar. Meetings: 3rd Wed., 2 pm., Pres. Home. No. 66, CANON CITY, COLO 81212 Pres.: Christine Konte, 112 Catlin Ave. Sec'y.-Treas.: Cecile Adamic, 1330 So. 4th. Meetings: 2nd Sunday, every 3rd month, Lodge Room, 319 Elm St. No. 67, BESSEMER, PA. 16112 l’res: Mary Snezic, Box 47 Sec’y.: Frances Samsa, Box 515. Treas.: Mary Brodesko, Box 419. Meetings: 2nd Sun. 7 P.M. Croatian Hall. Poland Ave. No. 68, FAIRPORT HARBOR, O. 44077 Pres. Jennie Mohorčič, 924 N. St. Clair St., Painesville, 44077 Secy & Treas: Mary Grzely, 1055 N. St. Clair, Painesville, 44077 Meetings: 3rd Sun., Amer. Slov. Club, 616 Third St., Falrport Harbor, 2:30 pm. No. 70, W. ALIQUIPPA, PA. 15001 Pres.: Stella Cicconi, 104 Main Ave. Sec’y.: Stella Cicconi. Treas.: Mary Derglin, 85 Maple Ave. Meetings: Second Tuesday, 104 Main. No. 71, STRABANE, PA. 15363 Pres.: Mary Tomsic. Box 202. Sec'y.: Lucille Smith, 37 Latimer. Treas.: Mary Boštjančič. Box 68. Meetings: 2nd Wed., KSKJ Hall, 7 pm. No. 72, CHICAGO (Pullman), ILL. 60628 Pres.: Angela Bezlaj, 1616 Shirley Dr., Calumet City, 111. 60409. Sec’y. & Treas.: Wilma Zagar, 10445 Wabash, Chicago 60628. Meetings: 2nd Sun. member’s homes No. 73, CLEVELAND, OHIO 44128 (Warrensville) Pres.: Kay Yuratovac, 19511 Sumpter Rd., Zone 28. Secy: Louise Epley, 20294 Emery Rd. Treas.: Agnes Walters, 24717 Emery Rd. Meetings: 1st Mon. at 22714 Vera St. No. 74, AMBRIDGE, PA. 15003 Pres.: Mary Habich, 160 Maplewood Ave. Sec’y. & Treas.: Stephanie Plese, 112 Merchant St. Meetings: Second Sunday, Slov. Audit. No. 77, PITTSBURGH, PA. 15212 Pres.: Bettyann Murphey, 1610 Walz St. Sec’y.: Mary Chrnart, 937 Haslage Ave., Spring Hill, Pittsburgh 12, Pa. Treas.: Eliz. Conway. 1610 Walz St. Meetings: Second Thursday, Javor Hall. No. 78, LEADVILLE, COLO. 80461 Sec’y.: Mary Vidmar, 414 W. 3rd St. Treas.: Mary E. Fajdiga, 319 W. 2nd St. Meetings: Last Thurs. Secy’s home No. 79, ENUMCLAW, WASH. 98022 l’res.: Mary Mihelick, 1730 HillcresL Secy & Treas: Anna Anderson, 409 Rainier Ave. Meetings: 2nd Sun. member’s homes No. 80, MOON RUN, PA. 15136 Pres.: Ann Petanovich. Sec’y.: Mary Christian, RFD 1, Box 57, McKees Rocks, Pa. Treas.: Josephine Pogachnick, Box 171. Meetings: First Thursday, Miners Hall. No. 81, KEEWATIN, MINN. 55753 Pres: Mary Kolar Sec’y.: Anna General. Treas: Mary L. Marolt Meeting: Hostess' option No. 83, CROSBY, MINN. 56441 l’res: Frances Vidmar, 20 — 4th St., N.W. Secy: Louise Puchreiter, 403 4th St., N.E. Treas.: Mary Deblock, Box 12, Riverton. Meetings: 1st Mon. member’s homes No. 84, RIDGEWOOD, N.Y. 11227 (New York City) l’res: Angela Voje, 1825 Woodbine St. Secy & Treas: Christine Kepic, 84-36 63rd Rd., Rego Pk., 11379 Treas.: Pauline Kralj, 6901 - 66 PI., Glendale, L.I.. N.Y. Meeting: Approx 4 times yr. Wintergar-den Inn, Ridgewood No. 85, DEPUE, ILL. 61322 Pres: Mary Stupar, Box 241 Sec’y.: Maria Jermene, Box 205 Treas: Mary Jermene, Jr., Box 205 Meetings: 3rd Sun. S.N.Dl. 2 P.M. No. 86, NASHWAUK, MINN. 55769 Pres.: Mary Zakrajšek, 602 2nd St. Sec’y.: Marian Dergantz, 214 - 4th St. Treas.: Christine Meyers, 225 - 4th St. Meetings: 4th Tues. 7:30 P.M. Linsmayer Hall, St. Cecilia’s Church No. 88, JOHNSTOWN, PA. 15902 Pres.: Mary Kuzma, 218 View Street. Sec’y.: Jennie Stusek, 541 Russell Ave. Treas.: Mary Zupan, 546 Forest Ave. Meetings: 2nd Wed., St. Ann’s Hall. No. 89, OGLESBY, ILL. 61348 l'res.: Frances Megllch, 321 Maple Ave. Socy: Mary Ivernz, 125 E. 3rd St. Treas.: Sophie Frank, 311 Elm St. Meetings: 2nd Mon. 7:30 P.M. Dickinson House No. 90, BRIDGEVILLE, PA. 15017 (PRESTO) Pres: Sophie Sorcan, Kirwan Hts., Brldge-ville Sec’y.: JuHa Klemenčič, 220 Charlett St., Brldgevllle. Treas: Anna Sorcan, Kirwan Hts., Bridge-vllle Meetings: 3rd Sun. 3 P.M. St. Barbara's Hall, Presto No. 91, OAKMONT, PA. 15139 Pres: Anna Kastelic, Box 278 Sec’y.: Amalia Sorch, 409 Virginia Ave. Treas.: Anna Flisek, 721 3rd St., Oakmont. Meetings: 1st Tues. Mar., May. Sept., Dec. Treas. Home No. 92, CRESTED BUTTE, COLO. 81224 Pres: Myrna Krizmanich, Gunnison 81230 Secy: Carole McDaniels, Crested Butte Treas: Margaret Malenšek, R. 3, Gunnison, 81230 Meetings: 1st Sun., Church Hall. No. 93, BROOKLYN, N.Y. 11227 Pres: Agnes Klarich, 11644 Putnam Ave., 11221 Secy: Anna Kerkovich, 1920 Greene Ave. Treas.: Helen Hodnlck, 6042 - 68 Rd. Meeting: 3rd Sat. Amer. Hall, 253 Irving Ave., 3 P.M. No. 94, CANTON, OHIO 44706 Pres.: Kathryn Pauline, 1201 Faircrest, S.W. Meetings: Fourth Sunday. No. 95, SO. CHICAGO, ILL. 60617 Pres.: Mildred James, 10727 Ave. M. Sec’y.: Mildred Poropat, 8314 Saginaw. Treas.: Helene Golich, 9633 Manistee Ave. Meeings: 1st Wed. at Croatian Hall. No. 96, UNIVERSAL, PA. 15235 Pres: Josephine Parrino, 134 Hamilton Dr. Secy.: Mary P. Klemenčič. 3401 Clements Rd.. Plum Boro. Pgh., Pa. 1523D. Treas.: Mary E. Oblock, R.D. 1, 668 Center Rd., Plum Boro, Pgh., Pa. Meetings: 1st Sun. Center Slovene Club No. 97, CAIRN BROOK, PA. 15924 Pres.: Nancy Satkovlch, Box 6. Sec’y. and Treas.: Mary Satkovich, Box 125, 3rd St. Meetings: 2nd Sun., secy’s home, 2 pm. No. 99, ELMHURST, ILL. 60126 Pres.: Victoria Volk, 243 Larch Ave. Sec’y.: Mary Podgornik, 148 Maple. Treas.: Mary Rebek, 248 Larch Ave. Meetings: 1st Sunday, Members’ homes. No. 100, FONTANA, CALIF. 92335 Pres: Mary Jasina, 12704 Foothill, Eti-'ivanda, Calif. 91739 Secy & Treas: Mary Omaits, 9527 Juniper, Apt. 2 Meetings: 1st Thurs., K.S.K.J. Hall, 7 pm. No. 101, BEDFORD HTS., OHIO Pres.: Betty Matjašič, 24101 Aurora Rd. Sec’y.: Dorothy Kastellic, 5206 Joseph St., Maple Hgts., 37. Treas: Eliz. Mertel, 24100 Franklin Meetings: 1st Mon. City Hall No. 102, WILLARD, WIS. 54493 Pres: Josephine Artac, R. 1 Sec’y.-Treas.: Agnes Lesar, Rt. 1. Meetings: 3rd Sun. member’s homes No. 103, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20016 Pres: Irene M. Planinšek, 12 S. Van Dorn St., Alexandria, Va. 22304 Secy: Mary Mejac, 4445 Butterworth PI., N.W. Treas.: Ica Zebot, 4332 46th St., N.W. Meetings: 2nd Sun. St. Columba’s Hall No. 104, JOHNSTOWN, PA. Pres.: Rose Hribar, 622 Cooper Ave. Sec’y.: Theresa Zallar, R.D. 1, Box 153. Treas.: Mary Anzelc, 1115 Virginia. Meetings: Third Sunday, Ss. Cyril and Methodius Hall, 2 pm. No. 105, DETROIT, MICH. 48221 Pres.: Pauline Adamic, 16844 Griggs Ave., Detroit 21. Sec’y.: Catherine Musick, 7528 Pinehurst, Dearborn, Mich. Treas: Alice Sheets, 17311 Millar Rd., Mt. Clemens, 48043 Meetings: At members' homes. 3rd Sun. No. 106, MEADOWLANDS, PA. 15347 Pres: Josephine Jacobs Sec’y: Catherine Hoefler Treas.: Anna Pavello. Meetings: Third Thursday, Church Hall. FINANCIAL REPORT I FINANČNO POROČILO ZA Branch Assesment Adult Jrs. 1 $ 99.85 175 58 2 135.50 357 156 3 152.30 270 164 4 4.40 14 — 5 — 108 28 a 6 50.55 112 9 7 56.70 98 76 8, 21.10 51 — 9 — 30 2 b 10 149.35 334 36 12 73.50 177 48 13 55.05 108 21 14 142.05 288 24 15 111.75 222 12 16 67.65 127 75 17 76.50 150 67 19 59.55 124 25 20 138.30 316 27 21 61.00 118 47 22 19.20 19 — c 23 110.05 229 54 24 78.65 157 78 25 356.75 670 181 26 45.40 102 10 27 — 57 3 28 44.60 81 9 29 11.15 27 5 30 24.30 18 — d 31 48.05 97 31 32 64.05 108 103 33 105.60 178 109 34 18.65 36 6 35 35.20 63 41 37 17.00 24 3 e 38 54.20 141 2 39 21.45 47 11 40 52.55 102 3 41 93.20 226 33 42 22.95 47 — 43 81.90 144 70 45 22.65 51 6 46 14.25 35 — 47 56.30 112 31 49 — 35 9 a 50 129.90 195 121 51 — 16 — a 52 31.05 54 16 54 39.40 72 57 55 32.80 66 6 56 44.15 99 12 57 40.45 68 33 59 51.45 32 2 f 61 — 10 — g 62 — 30 — h 63 60.80 114 38 a 64 19.05 49 2 65 26.10 52 24 66 28.50 51 16 67 38.75 69 10 68 38.75 59 17 70 — 14 3 b 71 57.00 114 22 72 11.20 27 3 73 59.75 110 75 74 — 35 3 i 77 26.30 53 32 78 15.95 26 15 79 17.80 31 21 80 — 19 — 81 16.10 30 — 83 11.60 22 — 84 88 26.20 63 3 OR DECEMBER, 1967 MESEC DECEMBER, 1967 Branch Assesment Adult 85 18.25 39 2 86 11.50 20 5 88 21.20 47 10 89 35.80 77 27 90 22.70 47 22 91 34.60 57 12 92 15.95 25 2 93 — 63 — 94 9.80 18 7 95 109.05 176 27 96 46.80 47 2 97 9.40 18 3 99 7.85 18 — 100 25.80 42 9 101 25.20 35 17 102 40.35 27 3 103 18.75 28 10 104 7.55 19 6 105 12.75 22 6 106 — 22 1 Totals 54,190.00 8,412 2,375 Asses, pd: a Nov; b Sept; c Dec. Jan.; d Dec. Jan. Feb; e November Dec; f Oct. Nov. Dec; g Apr; h Dec; i Jan;j Jan. Feb. Mar. Income: Assessment $4,190.00 Rent for December, 1967 115.00 Interests 5,518.59 Property Increase 1,200.00 Proceeds on cookbooks 1,000.00 Proceeds on songbooks 100.00 Totals $12,123.59 Disbursements — stroški: Br. 3, Pueblo, Colo., L. Drobnich 100.00 Br. 3, Pueblo, Colo., A. Galich 100.00 Br. 5, India’polis, M. A. Cuffar 100.00 Br. 12, Milwaukee, Kath. Koren 100.00 Br. 12, Milwaukee, Am. Hojnik 100.00 Br. 19, Eveleth, Marg. Drobnich 100.00 Br. 19, Eveleth, Frances Levstek 100.00 Br. 20, Joliet, Amalie Plese 100.00 Br. 23, Ely, Katherine Strucel 100.00 Br. 23, Ely, Mary Glavan 100.00 Br. 25, Cleveland, G. Mordus ‘B’ 200 00 Br. 25, Cleveland, F. Suhadolnik 100.00 Br. 31, Gilbert, Rose Ambroz 100.00 Br. 31, Gilbert, S. Trubiroha 100.00 Br. 54, Warren, Angela Horvat 100.00 Br. G5, Virginia, Mary Krebs ‘B’ 200.00 Br. 71, Strabane, Jennie Gruden 100.00 Br. 73, Warrensville, S. Knezeak 100.00 Zarja—The Dawn—32 pages 2,098.27 Salaries and administration 1,593.00 Juniors’ Christmas parties 317.00 Zarja Writers’ Fund 225.00 Tel., postage, fuel 131.01 Rent of Home Office 75.00 Totals $6,439.28 November ledger balance $512.039.G1 December income 12,123.59 $524,163.20 December disbursements 6,439.28 $517,723.92 Depreciation 319.21 Ledger Bal. Dec. 31, 1967 $517,404.71 Albina Novak, Secretary Junior’s Page FOUR SWEET SMILES BELONG TO THE GRANDCHILDREN OF ROSE RACHER, PRES. OF BR. 54, WARREN, OHIO . . . Their mother is Joanne Ponikvar, secretary of the branch. From the Junior Catholic Messenger: SILLY PROBLEMS You won’t find problems like these in your arithmetic books. They are silly problems. Keep this in mind when you try to answer them. Turn the page upside down for the correct answers. 1. If a pair of andirons cost five dollars, what would the wood burned on them for a month come to? 2. There is a girl who works in a candy store. She is five feet two inches tall and wears a size ten shoe. What does she weigh? 3. I went walking one day and met three beggars. To the first I gave ten cents. To the second I also gave ten cents. But to the third I gave only five cents. What time was it? 4. A duck before two ducks, a duck behind two ducks, and a duck between two ducks. How many ducks were there in all? ’S5[Onp 08.111} 'P leaail} O} .laiJBnb b •£ IXpuBO 'g Isaqsu o; x ^uieiqojd Xms o^ sjaMsuy SPOMLADNA Vsa narava se prebuja, trava zeleni, leskov grm oblake puha, dežek se smeji. Sonce sije, vrt me kliče: Hej, pripravi se! Že metulj po zraku leta, ptički Žvrgolč. Treba z delom bo začeti menda danes 6e! Vile, grablje, gnoj, lopata čakajo namč. ! A HAPPY. JOYOUS CASTER V 7 r r r jr T T T V ir ♦ DRAW MR. RABBIT’S OTHER HALF the same squares as the lines you’re copying. Color the rabbit when you are finished. Every year at Easter time thousands of pilgrims travel to the Holy Land and especially to visit Jerusalem —the place where Our Lord suffered and died on the Cross. Pilgrims visit the rock in the Garden of Gethsemene, which has a church built over it. In making the Stations of the Cross, the pilgrims walk along the “Street of Sorrows”—the way Our Lord went to Calvary. The tomb wherein Our Lord was buried is inside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre built in 336 A. I). This church is shared by five Christian Communions: Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, Armenian Orthodox, Syrian Orthodox and Coptic. Roman Catholics schedule their ceremonies to avoid conflict with the Orthodox. The climax of Holy Week comes for the pilgrims on Easter Sunday morning when the bells of the Church ring out the message of the risen Christ. “As in Christ’s time, Jerusalem combines sublimity and squalor, piety and avarice. Even after 2,000 years, moneylenders and hawkers still swarm about the sanctuaries. You can buy a crown of thorns as a macabre souvenir of the Passion, or a garish certificate of pilgrimage, or a bottle of “holy” water from the Jordan. For a few coins you can even ride a donkey along Jesus’ Palm Sunday route. “Nevertheless, this city stands as the supreme shrine of Christendom. For in the space of a single week, the crowning drama of Christianity From the Director of Youth A BIG HELLO TO THE JUNIORS! 1 am hoping that many of you are getting interested in the S.W.IJ. youth program of your branch. May 1 ask you to look into this activity if you haven’t already done so? Our Cleveland bowlers will soon recess for the summer, but will be active with their baton twirling and many parades in the coming season. For fun they will go on picnics and outings. My dear ones from all over, this is an example of what you can do. I want to hear from you and tell your branches just how they can help to plan activities for you, according to your desires. In this issue you see the picture of our junior bowler Aren’t they a happy looking group? Oh, they enjoy themselves so much and are having a “tall” at the bowling alleys every week. I must say, these children have learned to bowl and when they get older will be champ bowlers! Boys and girls, I wish you all a very Happy Easter and hope to hear from you. Tell me about your town’s activities. Mary Bostian 19617 Mohawk Ave., Euclid, Ohio 44119 III BOYS and GIRLS, The birthplace of Chrisianity is the “ancient kingdom of the Jews, outpost of the Roman Empire—this was the land Jesus knew. The towns bear the names of His day; the roads follow the turnings He traveled. Roughly the size of Massachusetts, His homeland traditionally streched from Dan to Beersheba, approximately 150 miles,, a distance a man could walk in a week. Only 80 miles separate Nazareth from Bethlehem. Although the Romans improved the major trade routes, paving them with stones, much of the tiavel was on dusty tracks or rocky trails. No one knows the exact route of the Nazarene during His brief ministry. The Gospels do not agree in chronology and often fail to refer to places by name. Locations of many revered sites of Christianity rely on tradition; the baptism of Jesus at the ford north of the Dead Sea; the town of the first miracle, Cana, north Q.f Nazareth; the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness among the harsh hills near Jericho; and the Transfiguration on Mount Tabor or Mount Hermon “But to the men who wrote the Gospels, the events of Jesus’ life far outweighed concern with such details as where they happened.” (From the December 1967 National Geographic). unfolds here. With all the implacability of classic tragedy, Jesus progressed from triumph to betrayal to torture to death on the cross. 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