NO. 22 AMERIŠKA DC KOVINA AMCRICAN IN SPIRIT PORCION IN LANO UAM ONLY SLOVCNIAN MORNINO NfiWSPA AMERIŠKA DOMOVINA (ISSN 01 64-680X) AMERIŠKA DOMOVINA, MARCH 18. 1983 VOL. LXXXV Doma in po svetu PREGLED NAJPOMEMBNEJŠIH NOVIC Ameriški vojaki ranjeni v Bejrutu BEJRUT, Li.— Preteklo sredo je ročna granata, ki jo je vrgel neznani terorist, ranila 5 ameriških vojakov, ko so bili na patrulji v južnem delu tega mesta. Vsi ranjenci so iz življenjske nevarnosti. Napad na vojake je bil prvi v šestih mesecih, odkar so nastanjeni v južnem Bejrutu. Odgovornost za atentat je prevzela neka malo znana muslimanska organizacija. Predstavnik ameriških vojakov v Bejrutu je dejal, da bodo sicer poostrili varnostne ukrepe, da pa atentat ne bo preprečil nadaljnjega izvrševanja vloge, ki jo igra ameriška enota v tem mestu pri zagotavljanju miru. Neznani teroristi so tudi napadli italijansko vojaško patruljo. V tem napadu je bilo ranjenih kar 8 Italijanov, od teh sta dva paralizirana. Slo je za prvi tovrstni napad na italijansko mirovno erfoto v zadnjih 6 meseci!.. Večji del južnega Libanona je še vedno pod izraelsko vojaško zasedbo. Izraelci so tudi tarča teroristov. Izraelsko vojaško poveljstvo v Bejrutu je sporočilo, da sta bila ubita major in kapetan, ko je mina uničila vozilo, v katerem sta se peljala. Od začetka izraelskega vkorakanja v Libanon 6. junija lani je torej padlo 461 Izraelcev. Janez Pavel II. kritiziral Sandiniste VATIKAN — Na svoji tedenski javni avdienci je papež Janez Pavel II. kritiziral voditelje sandinističnega režima v Nikaragvi, ker so ga bili motili med darovanjem sv. maše, ko je bil na obisku v glavnem mestu Managui. Vsem, ki so bili prisotni pri tej maši, je bilo jasno, da je šlo za skrbno organizirano demonstracijo. Ze takrat je bil Janez Pavel II. videti zelo ogorčen. Papež je govoril o svojem nedavnem obisku v državah Srednje Amerike. Dejal je, da je poglavitni problem tamkajšnjih družbenih ureditev, da je bogastvo v rokah ozkega sloja, velika večina prebivalcev pa se mora boriti za najnujnejše življenjske potrebščine. O tem je Janez Pavel II. govoril javno med svojim obiskom, posebno, ko se je mudil na otoku Hajti. Obžaloval je, da iščejo premnogi rešitev temu problemu preko nasilja. Tu je papež omenil posebno El Salvador, kjer je državljanska vojna terjala več deset tisoč življenj, tied njimi življenje nadškofa Oscarja Romera. Državljanski vojni v El Salvadorju pomagajo •n pospešujejo tisti, ki pošiljajo v to državo prožje. Papeževi poslušalci so dobili vtis, da je imel Janez Pavel II. v mislih ne samo Kubo •n Nikaragvo, ampak tudi ZDA. Zopet težave za OPEČ države LONDON, v. Br. — Pretekli ponedeljek so dosegle vodilne OPEČ države sporazum, po katerem naj bi bila nova uradna cena nafte $29 za sod. Ze v torek pa je Sovjetska zveza dala vedeti, da bo prodala svojo nafto na mednarodnem trgu za $28 za sod. Sedaj pa Phtiskajo naftne družbe na Anglijo, naj bi Pocenila nafto, ki jo črpa na Severnem morju, na $28.50 za sod. Poznavalci naftne industrije pravijo po vsem tem, da so bila prizadevanja OPEČ držav zaman; v prihodnjih tednih utegne priti do še cenejše nafte. Za koliko bo padla cena, pa niti strokovnjaki ne vedo. Jane Byrne bo le kandidirala CHICAGO, ILL. — Chicaška županja Jane Vrr>e, ki je bila premagana na primarnih ^olitvah 27. februarja, je izjavila, da bo seeno kandidirala za ponovno izvolitev kljub temu, da bodo morali njeni pristaši napisati njeno ime na volilnem listku. Takoj po primarnih volitvah je bila županja Byrne dejala, da bo podprla zmagovalca, črnskega kandidata, kong. Harold Washingtona. Byrneova se je v zadnjih tednih posvetovala s svojimi svetovalci in prijatelji, sestala se osebno z Washingtonom in republikanskim kandidatom Bernardom Eptonom, po vsem tem pa prišla do zaključka, da je med vsemi tremi le najsposobnejša ona sama. Washington in Epton nimata nobenega načrta za dobrobit in napredek Chicaga, je dejala 48-letna Byrneova na tiskovni konferenci, ko je napovedala kandidaturo. Kot kaže, še vedno ima prednost med volivci kong. Washington, ki lahko računa na enotno podporo zelo številnih črnskih volivcev v mestu. Prav ti šo mu prinesli zmago na primarnih volitvah. Zavlačevanje el salvadorskega sodišča SAN SALVADOR, El Sal. — Sodnik nekega lokalnega el salvadorskega sodišča v mestu San Vicente je odločil, da mora biti odložen za nedoločen čas sodni postopek zoper 4 pripadnike Narodne garde, obtožene umora treh ameriških redovnic in ameriške laične misijonarke v I. 1980. Sodnik Luis Alonso Melara je namreč dejal, da je treba zbrati več podatkov o predmetih, ki naj bi jih odnesli iz vozila, v katerem so se peljale žrtve gnusnega zločina, obtoženi vojaki. Odločitev sodnika pomeni, da bo vzelo najmanj leto dni več, predno se bo začelo sojenje obtoženim vojakom. John Hughes, predstavnik državnega tajništva ZDA, je dejal v Washingtonu, D.C., da bodo ostali obtoženci v zaporu in da bo končno res prišlo do sodne obravnave. V spopadu z vojaško enoto v vasi v severnem delu El Salvadorja naj bi padla predsednica el salvadorske komisije za človečanske pravice Marianella Garcia Villa. Sporočilo, ki ga je objavila vojska, trdi, da je Garcia Vitla sodelovala z drugimi gverilci v sabotažni dejavnosti. Reagan za odhod tujih enot iz Libanona WASHINGTON, D.C. — Predsednik Ronald Reagan je obljubil, da bo delal za odhod vseh tujih vojakov (iz Libanona. Govoril je na sestanku z delegacijo vodilnih libanonskih politikov, ki so bili na obisku v ZDA. Moja želja je, da bi postali Libanonci resnični gospodarji svojega ozemlja, svoje države, je pristavil Reagan. V zadnjem tednu sta se mudila v ameriškem glavnem mestu zunanja ministra Izraela in Libanona, ki sta bila sprejeta na ločenih sestankih tako v Beli hiši kot State Depart-mentu. Po teh sestankih sta oba dejala, prav tako predstavniki Reaganove administracije, da je prišlo do premika glede vprašanja odhoda izraelskih vojaških enot iz Libanona. Posebna ameriška veleposlanika Philip C. Habib in Morris Draper se bosta vrnila na Srednji vzhod v prihodnjih dneh, da bosta vodila ključna pogajanja o odhodu izraelskih vojakov iz Libanona. Prihodnji teden se bosta v jordanskem glavnem mestu Amman sestala kralj Husein in voditelj PLO Jasir Arafcft. Husein se zanima za možnosti kompromisne rešitve glede ustanovitve nekakšne avtonomne pokrajine na Zahodnem bregu reke Jordana, kakršne je predlagal pred meseci predsednik Reagan. Od Arafata bo skušal Husein izvedeti, ali bi ga PLO podprla, če bi začel sodelovati v pogajanjih v prid ustanovitvi takšne palestinske pokrajine, ki naj bi imela tudi uradno povezavo z jordansko kraljevino. Iz Clevelanda in okolice Zajtrk— Prihodnjo nedeljo, 20. marca, od 8. zj. do 1.30 pop. bo imelo Društvo Najsv. Imena pri Sv. Vidu svoj letni zajtrk. Cena za odrasle $3, za otroke do 12. leta starosti pa le $1.50. Pridite! Korotan vabi— V soboto, 16. aprila, priredi pevski zbor Korotan večerjo s kratkim programom v Slovenskem narodnem domu na St. Clair Ave. Večerja bo ob 7. zvečer, program ob 8.30. Vstopnice za večerjo so po $9, za otroke pa po $5. Vstopnina za program in ples je po $4 (na balkonu). Za ples in zabavo i gra orkester “Veseli Slovenci”. Za vstopnice lahko pokličete g. Lovšina na tel. 432-1312, imajo jih tudi člani zbora. Vabljeni! Seja— V sredo, 23. marca, ob 1. popoldne v Slovenskem narodnem domu na E. 80. cesti bo seja Kluba slov. upokojencev v Nevburgu-Maple Hts. Člani in članice naprošeni, da poravnajo članarino za l. 1983! Zaroka— Za novo leto sta se zaročila Nikolaj Košir, sin Janeza in, Ivanke Košir, in Elizabeta Hribšek, hčerka Roberta in Ane Hribšek. Poroka bo pri Sv. Vidu 4. junija t.l. Čestitke! V bolnici— Edward Klemenčič, East Park Dr. v Clevelandu, je uspešno prestal že drugo operacijo na srcu (by-pass) v letošnjem letu. Želimo mu hitrega in popolnega okrevanja! Izredna podpora— Anna G. Grzybowski in Mary Gornik iz Euclida sta nam poslala $275 v podporo Ameriški Domovini. K omenjeni vsoti je prispevalo 30 darovalcev in sicer v spomin na pok. Johna Gornika, brata ge. Grzybowski in ge. Gornik. Iskrena hvala! Spominski darovi— Družina Bryan (Tom, Dorothy, Brad in Ted), Richmond Hts., Ohio je darovala $100 v podporo Ameriški Domovini v spomin na pok. očeta Stephena Opalicha. Janez Pičman je daroval za novi stroj $50, v spomin na pok. ženo Marijo. Ga. Agnes Bradek, Mentor, Ohio je darovala v spomin na pok. starše Michaela in Agnes Klemenčič $50. Jože in Francka Pust, Hamilton,^ Ont. sta v spomin pok. Mary Novakovič darovala za nov stroj $20. Ga. Pauline Vrečar, Bessemer, Pa. je darovala za novi stroj $15 v spomin na pok. moža Franka Vrečar. Vsem darovalcem se iskreno zahvaljujemo! Slovenska pisarna— Slovenska pisarna v Baragovem domu je prejela nekaj izvodov letošnje izdaje knjig Goriške Mohorjeve družbe — 4 knjige v eni izdaji Cena $20 v Slovenski pisarni, $22 po pošti. Dospele so tudi lepe slovenske' velikonočne voščilne kartice. Družabni večer— V soboto, 9. aprila, v Slovenskem domu na Holmes Ave. priredi Tabor, DSPB družabni večer, za katerega so vstopnice že v predprodaji Dobite jih, Če pokličete tel 943-4681 ali 851-4961. Vse slovenske rojake vljudno vabijo na ta vedno veseli družabni večer. Nabiralca oglasov iščemo— Uprava Ameriške Domovine išče nabiralca oglasov za naš list. Za informacije, kličite Madeline Debevec na tel. 431-0628. Zopet na radiu— Mladi Pavle Lavriša vodi ob sobotah od 4. do 5. popoldne na lokalnem “Cable” sistemu in N.B.N. radiu 106 SCA oddajo “Slovenska zabavna ura”. Poročila in oglase lahko pošljete na 1004 Dillewood Rd , Cleveland, Ohio 44119. Potice bodo prodajale— V torek, 22. marca, bodo prodajale potice članice Kr. št. 2 PSA in sicer v prizidku Slovenskega narodnega doma na St. Clair Ave. Prednaročila so potrebna in jih sprejemata Marge Kaus (432-1206) in Mary Susel (481-5005). Potice bodo na razpolago med 4. in 6. uro zv. 22. marca. Za nov tiskarski stroj— Frank in Angie Fujs, lastnika Frangies Fashions na E. 200. cesti, sta darovala $100 v sklad za nov tiskarski stroj. Milan Zajec, Cleveland, Ohio je prispeval $100 za nov stroj. Ga. Anthony (Catherine) Perko, Northfield, Ohio je prav tako darovala $100 podpore našemu listu. Jože in Josephine Juhant, Parkgrove Ave. v Clevelandu, sta darovala $60 v sklad za nov tiskarski stroj. Frank in Marija Stropnik s Trebeč Ave. sta pa za nov stroj darovala $52. Vsem darovalcem naša naj-iskrenejša zahvala za požrtvovalno podporo! VREME Spremenljivo oblačno danes z verjetnostjo dežja. Najvišja temperatura okoli 53 F. Oblačno jutri, zopet z možnostjo nekaj dežja. 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Strancar, San Bernardino, Cal.........20.00 Helen and Anton Polenšek, Corvallis, Ore...............v 10.00 Mary A. Turk, Cleveland, Ohio............................15.00 Ann Orenick, Cleveland, Ohio.............................15.00 Rose Luzar, Indianapolis, Ind............................30.00 F. M. Bogovich, Cleveland, 0.............................25.00 Louis V. Jerin, Belleville, N.J...........................5.00 > Dr. John P. Nielsen, New York, N.Y........;..............200.00 Marieta Jamsek-Tehlirian, MD., Bermingham, Mich... 150.00 Vinko Levstik, Rim, Italija.............................750.00 Tony Petkovšek, Jr., Cleveland, 0........................30.00 Ludwig and Mary Jelenc, Berwyn, 111....................100.00 Beseda iz naroda... Cvetna nedelja in zeleni žegen pri Mariji Vnebovzeti v Clevelandu Prosimo starše, ki imajo otroke v slovenski sobotni šoli ali so pa člani Folklornega inštituta, naj prihodnji teden krepko poprimejo za delo z mladino vred, da bo Cvetna nedelja, začetek Velikega tedna, prav tako uspela kakor prejšnja leta. Butarice Cvetne nedelje na prsih in v rokah množice, v narodnih krojih, bodo dale lepoto in sijaj sprevodu v cerkev in službi božji. Verjetno je, da bodo tudi letos televizijske kamere posnele in prikazale folkloro slovenske cvetne nedelje širši javnosti v Clevelandu. Z delom in pripravami pričnimo že takoj prihodnji ponedeljek. Vsakdo, naj šibo moški ali ženska, starejši ali mlajši, ki ve in ima priliko, narezati šibja in zelenih vejic zimzelenja, bršljana, cipres, tuj in brinja, naj jih nabere in odda še pred petkom, 25. marca, v farni dvorani. Zlasti so dobrodošle vrbove mačice že precej razvite, ki v severnih deželah nadomestijo oljke in palmove , veje. Na Cvetni petek, 25., in soboto, 26. marca—praznik Oznanjenja Mariji—je začetek jubilejnega svetega leta: tisoč devetsto petdeseta obletnica rojstva, smrti na križu in vstajenje Kristusa. V petek in soboto, 25. in 26. marca, bo treba čimveč urnih rok in gibčnih ženskih prstov, ki naj bi sestavile in povile s slovenskimi tribarvnimi trakci vsaj 600 do 700 cvetnih šopkov, ki haj bi jih pripeli na prsi vsi navzoči, tako moški kakor Ženske. Razen teh osebnih žegenčkov naj bi bili na razpolago tudi večji—družinski. Želeti je, da bi vsakdo, navzoč v cerkvi, imel na prsih ali v roki šopek ali vejico zelenja med slovensko mašo in branjem zgodbe trpljenja. Reditelji dela za sestavljanja butar in so pooblaščeni sledeči: Ga. Frida Grčar in njena hčerka Denise, Leo Vovk in Lojze Drobnič. Nanje se obračajte za navodila, pomoč in pojasnila. Slovenska maša na Cvetno nedeljo pri Mariji Vnebovzeti na Holmes Ave. se bo začela ob 10. dopoldne in ne ob 10.30 kakor druge navadne nedelje. Rev. L. Tomc Bogat koncertni program CLEVELAND, O. — Najbolje bo, da si kar sedaj rezerviramo soboto, 19. marca, za pomladanski koncert zbora Jadran v Slovenskem delavskem domu na 15335 Waterloo Rd.; začetek ob sedmih zvečer, od devetih dalje bo ples ob zvokih orkestra Freda Kuharja. Program je zelo bogat, obsega pesmi in odlomke operete. Vstopnina je samo $4 po osebi, v predprodaji so pri članih zbora, pri točilni mizi v SDD, pri Tony’s Polka Village na 185. cesti, pri tajniku Jadrana, tel. 541-2102, pri pevki Angeli Žabjek, tel. 531-3979. Prvi del programa obsega pesmi, ki jih bo zapel celotni mešani zbor, slišali boste soliste, duet, oktet; drugi del obsega odlomke iz Dodge-jeve operete Grof cigan; besedilo je prevedel Marjan Urbančič, pesmi pa Mary Ivanush. Dirigiral bo zborov pevovodja Reginald Resnik, klavirsko spremljavo ima naša skrbna pianistka Alice Cech. Pevski zbor Jadran se vneto in vestno pripravlja na ta celovečerni nastop, ki se bo odvijal v odličnem razpoloženju kot pozdrav pomladi in kot dokaz resnega in vnetega kulturnega prizadevanja. Vsem dosedanjim obiskovalcem Jadranovih prireditev se zbor iskreno zahvaljuje za naklonjenost in zvesto oporo; zbor je pa ponosen na 63 let plodnega delovanja. Tudi tokrat se pevci in pevke toplo priporočajo, da jih obiščete in z njimi pozdravite pomlad; rezervirajte si soboto, 19. marca, za Jadra-nov pomladanski nastop v SDD na Waterloo Rd. Vedri večer bomo zaključili s plesom ob zvokih orkestra Freda Kuharja. Gostinski prizidek bo odprt, na razpolago bodo razna jedila in pijača. Nikakor ne kaže prezreti tega vabila, ki obeta veliko zabave in razvedrila za vsakogar, vse, posebno Frank Urankar, Euclid, 0............................100.00 Ignac and Matilda Tavčar, Meadville, Pa..............20.00 Sleme, Cleveland, O................................ 10.00 Milan and Blažena Rihtar, Cleveland, 0...............20.00 Peter Markez, Toronto, Canada.......................100.00 Neimenovani, Toronto, Canada.........................36.00 Sonja Glavinš, DDS, Euclid, Ohio....................100.00 John Gartroza, Cleveland, 0..........................10.00 $1,881.00 pa Jožice in Jožeke, ki ta dan slavijo god, vabimo, da pridejo in v veseli Jadranovi družbi pričakajo pomlad! Louis Kaferle Novi grobovi Stanley Kalan V soboto, 12. marca, je na svojem domu na 3616 Atherstone Rd. na Cleveland Hts. umrl 73 let stari Stanley Kalan, rojen v Clevelandu, mož Mary roj. Tomaszewski, stric in prastric. Pokojnik je lastoval in vodil Kalan Hardware Store na St. Clair Ave. in Addison Rd. mnoga leta, vse do svoje upokojitve v zadnjih 70-ih letih. Trgovino je bil prevzel od svojega očeta. Privaten pogreb je bil pretekli torek dopoldne. Anton Tavzel Na svojem domu je po 5-mesečni bolezni umrl 88 let stari Anton Tavzel, rojen v vasi Uzmani, fara Rob pri Velikih Laščah na Dolenjskem, Slovenija, od koder je prišel v ZDA 1. 1913, mož Julie, roj. Krainz (poročena sta bila nad 60 let), oče Frances Krall in Harolda (graduanta West Pointa in podpolkovnika v pokoju ameriške vojske, sedaj živečega v San Antoniče, Tex.), tast Josepha (Patsy) Krall, 4-krat stari oče, 7-krat prastari oče, zaposlen kot strojnik pri National Acme Corp. 25 let, vse do svoje upokojitve 1. 1963, 60-letni član Društva Slovenec št. 1 ADZ, Klub Ljubljana in Kluba slovenskih upokojencev v Euclidu. Pogreb bo iz Zeletovega pogrebnega z avoda na E. 152. cesti v ponedeljek, 21. marca, ob 8.15 zjutraj, v cerkev Marije Vnebovzete ob 9., nato na pokopališče Lake View. Na mrtvaškem odru bo v nedeljo, 20, marca, od 2. do 7. zvečer. Darovi v pokojnikov spomin Slovenskemu domu za ostarele na Neff Rd. bodo s hvaležnostjo sprejeti. In loving memory ■ . . . .. - , — :■ , ? Matija Videtič 2nd Anniversary of death. He died March 14, 1981 His weary hours and days of pain. His troubled nights are past, But in my aching heart I know He has sweet rest at last. Sadly missed by: Frances Videtič — wife Cleveland, 0. March 18,198^ Misijonska srečanja in pomenki 689. Rev. Daniel Ohmann, BOL, se oglaša iz Tanzanije 8. februarja s tem pismom: “Lepo zahvaljeni za ček $400 za Mary knoll Fathers. Takoj bom opravil 25 sv. nvaš, ki jih naročate za vključeni stotak. Denar MZA bom uporabil za nakup zdravil. Nabaviti jih moramo iz Holandske in plačati v ameriških dolarjih, ker naš tukajšnji denar zunaj nič ne velja Naše delo je vedno znova blagoslovljeno z rastjo nekaterih zelo svetih duš med božjim ljudstvom. Bog blagoslovi CMA (Catholic Mission Aid)! Za 1983 imamo lepe načrte. “Vsak kristjan ima svoj dar od sv. Duha da gradi Kristusovo Telo, Cerkev,” pravi sv. Pavel. Pred 16 leti sem prišel v Ndoleleji. Takrat smo imeli 4 misijonske postojanke. Danes imamo nekakšno krščansko komuniteto v vseh 26 Vaseh, ki sestavljajo to župnija Najraje bi začel nove postojanke v Botswana v Južni Afriki. Tanzanija ima sedaj 800 duhovnikov, Botswana pa enega. Pomenilo bo učenje novega jezika, običajev, postati ponovno — otrok. Vendar mi je star mož dejal pred kratkim: ‘Vi ste še otrok!’ V juliju bom šel v ZD na dopust. Do tokrat bom že vedeL Neglede na to, če se premaknem ali ne, bi bilo najboljše poslati zame vsak dar na Mary knoll, New York, od tega datuma zana-Prej. Hvaležno pozdravlja iz Tanzanije Rev. Daniel Ohman, MM.” Uršuli nka M. Ksaverija Pirc 12. januarja piše iz Bangkoka: “Včeraj je prišel Vaš ‘dragoceni’ božični dar. Bog Vam stotero povrni trud, ki ga velikodušno nosite, da se Gospodovo ime po zem- Tu v zavodu Regina Mundi, po tajsko ‘vasutevi’, sem jaz edina inozemska misijonarka. Skupno delam z drugimi 10 tajskimi uršulinka-nd za kraljestvo božja Sem Pa tudi edina, ki dobiva kako denarno pomoč od zunaj in tako lahko razumete, kako je takle 400-dolarski ček ^°i>rodošel in sprejet z ver ^jem od vseh. Lepo smo praznovali Bo-Dan pred Božičem smo imeli 12 krstov, 8 odraslih in 4 mladostnike. Na Taj-®kem ni množičnih spreobrnjenj. Tu in tam si Bog o-fvoji dušo, ki Ga je vredna ^ jo pripelje k svoji čredi, v Veselje nas vseh. Trud Misijonarjev in misijonark pozabljen in znova seje-*no in sejema Tu imamo osnovno šolo in Mžjo gimnazijo za 1000 u-^nk. Ker je tik te naše šole ®den velikih ‘šluinov’ Bang-°ka, so mnoge učenke zelo ^vue. gola pa mora biti o-Pr&mljena po vseh zahtevah ^ašnjega dne in tako ra- zumete, kako smo vesele Vaše pomoči Da je Vam in vsem so-trudnikom MZA novo leto enako blagoslovljeno z delom in uspehi, Vam želi' hvaležna s. Ksaverija Pirc. O.S.U.” S. Ksaverija je kljub svojim letom še resno — aktivna v misijonskem delokrogu. Bog jo ohranjaj tako še mnogo let — za svoje kraljestvo in neumrjoče duša Uršulinka Marija Frančiška Novak se oglaša z lepim pismom 18. januarja “Lepo se Vam zahvalna za pismo s prilogami in za dragoceni ček $400. Takoj sem ga izročila prednici za 'delo med našimi ubogimi’, kot ste naročili Saj imam sama v skrbi več pohabljenih, starih in revnih in bi lahko sama razdelila, pa se mi zdi, da je bolj v duhu redovnega uboštva, da izročim predstojnici in potem prosim in delim po potrebah. KATOLIŠKI MISIJONI, AMERIŠKA DOMOVINA in DRUŽINA iz Slovenije, ki mi jo pošilja M. Ksaverija iz Bangkoka, me vežejo z rojaki in dobrotniki po svetu in to je zelo blagodejno in potrebno. Saj časa za branje vedno manjka in to je normalno. Delajmo, dokler je čas za Kraljestvo, ki mu ne bo konca. Vidim tudi, kako ste zaposleni in kako lepo župnijsko življenje imate In vendar najdete čas za misijonsko akcijo. Bog Vas podpiraj in dajaj vedno novih Inči in V blag spomin Prve obletnice smrti našega moža, očeta irr starega očeta Martin Erdani ki je umrl 18. marca 1982 Leto dni je že minilo, odkar Te več med nami ni. Žalostna so naša srca, ko se spominjamo na Te. V raju prosi zdaj Boga, da raj nebeški nam da, kjer bomo zopet združeni, veselje večno uživali. Žalujoči ostali: Antonia — žena Miro — sin Mari — hčerka v Avstriji Bratje in sestra v Jugoslaviji. Euclid, O., 18. marca 1983 moči, da bo članstvo MZA, z vodstvom vred, storilo za rast Cerkve še mnogo dobrega! Božič je bil letos hladen, posebno ob slabi obleki mnogih ljudi, ki to občutijo. Režirala sem za Božič igro in 3-dnevne duhovne vaje za tri dekleta, ki so prejele sv. krst. Z igro smo šle tudi v državni zavod za stare in obnemogle. Igralke so bile skoraj vse katoličanka Seveda nevere ne manjka med doraščaj očimi. Velika novica za Tajsko, s svojimi 48 milijoni prebivalcev, in za 200,000 njenih katoličanov je bilo imenovanje nadškofa iz Bangkoka za novega kardinala, Michaela Meechai. Bog daj, da bi evangelizarija, ki traja že 300 let, s tako malo vidnimi uspehi, bila v podvig in u-trditev božjega Kraljestva. V aprilu upam od nas tu v Chieng Maiu v Bangkok na letne duhovne vaje in se bova s s. Ksaverijo malo več lahko po slovensko pomenili. Maja začnemo spet novo šolsko leto. Za obiske med ubogimi skušam vedno najti čas. Večkrat mislim na sv. očeta in njegove želje. Vsem misijonskim prijateljem in dobrotnikom, tajnici gdč. Ferjanovi in vsej MZA iskren ‘Bog povrni’, s prisrčnimi voščili. Sr. Marija Frančiška Novak, O.S.U.” Ob koncu leta, ko sence postajajo daljše, sem imela priliko obiskovati bolne in ostarele. Pri njih vedno, ugotavljam živ-Ij en j sike sadove: samopoza- bo ali sebičnost, hvaležnost V blag spomin OB DESETI OBLETNICI NAM NADVSE DRAGEGA MOŽA, OČETA IN SORODNIKA JOŽETA FEGUŠ ki nas je zapustil 18. marca 1973 Deset let je že minilo, odkar Te več med nami ni, toda ljubeč spomin na Tebe, dragi, ostal nam bo do konca naših dni, mir in pokoj naj Ti bo! Žalujoči: Lojzka — žena; hčerka Pepca in brat France, nečakinje in ostalo sorodstvo v Sloveniji. Cleveland, O., 18. marca 19 8 3. ali zavist; dobroto ali trdosrčnost, pobožnost in ljubezen do samote ter predanost božji volji, pa tudi obup, brezbrižnost ter topo lenobnost ... Kar človek seje, to navadno tudi žanje. Kdor živi iz vere in z Bogom, temu je tudi trpljenje božji dar. Nemški pisatelj J. W. Goethe je zapisal o sebi: ‘Tudi nesreča je dobra. Jaz bi se sicer nikjer v življenju ne bil mogel naučiti tega, kar sem se naučil v bolezni.’ Letos smo mnogo govorili in pisali, kako se je treba na lepo starost vse življenje pripravljati Zdi se mi da je velika milost živeti starost v polnosti. Naše življenje v priletno-sti je lahko veliki apostolat svetlega zgleda med nami, vpliva pa tudi pomirjevalno in hrabri zbegane, šibke sovrstnike v svetu. Prav, da mi v zaledju tudi mislimo, kaj nam bo starost prinesla. Verjetno se bomo potem lažje nanjo pravilno pripravljali. ‘Kot si boš postlal, tako boš spal.’ ” Rev. Charles A Woibang CM 131 Birchmount Road Scarborough, Ontario Canada MIN 3J7 NAZNANILO IN ZAHVALA 1906 19 8 2 Globoko potrti nad našo veliko izgubo, toda vdani v voljo božjo, naznanjamo vsem sorodnikom, prijateljem in znancem, da je dne 19. novembra 1982, za vedno zatisnil svoje mile oči, naš dobri mož, ata, stari ata, tast, in stric STANISLAV MRVA Rodil se je 27. januarja 1906 na Glincah pri Ljubljani, Slovenija, in prišel v Ameriko meseca avgusta, 1950. Bil je dolgoletni član Slovenske pristave. Pogreb je bil iz Zak pogrebnega zavoda 23. novembra 1982 v cerkev sv. Vida ob 10. uri dopoldne, in od tam na pokopališče Vernih duš, Chardon, O. Globoko zahvalo naj prejme č.g. Jože Božnar za darovano sv. mašo, molitev sv. rožnega venca v pogrebni kapeli, njegovo ganljivo pridigo v cerkvi, ter molitve pri odprtem grobu. Srčno se zahvaljujemo č.g. Jožetu Simčiču za somaševanje in molitev sv. rožnega venca. Iz dna srca se zahvalimo vsem, ki so darovali vence in cvetje, za sv. maše, v dobrodelne namene v njegov spomin, za številne izraze sožalja, vsem, ki so ga prišli kropit, molili za njegovo dušo, se udeležili pogrebne maše, in tistim, ki so ga spremljali do groba. Lepo zahvalo naj prejmeta organist g. Peter Johnson za spremljavo med mašo, ter gospej Amaliji Košnik za ganljivo petje. Zelo smo hvaležni gospej Ivanki Pretnar, ter pomočnicam, za tako okusno pripravljeno kosilo po pogrebu. / Najlepša hvala g. dr. Milanu Pavlovčiču za radijsko naznanilo smrti našega ljubljenega, ter g. Jožetu Melaherju za njegov lep članek o pokojniku v listu "Ameriška Domovina". Posebno hvalo naj prejmeta ga. Josephine Banič in g. Franc Tominc st. za vso pomoč, ter Baragovemu Domu za prostore. Najlepša hvala nosilcem krste našega dragega: Viktor Blatnik, Jože Dovjak, Tone Vidergar, Tone Mrva, Frank Tominc st., in Frank Tominc, ml. Zahvaljujemo se Zak pogrebnemu zavodu za vso postrežbo in skrbno vodenje pogrebnega sprevoda. Razposlali smo zahvalne kartice vsem, ki smo imeli za njih naslove. Ako kdo take kartice ni prejel, naj nam oprosti, in naj s to javno zahvalo sprejme našo globoko hvaležnost. V miru božjem Ti počivaj, dragi, nepozabni nam, v nebesih večno srečo uživaj, do snidenja na vekomaj. Žalujoči ostali: MARIJA MRVA (roj. Klemen), žena: STANE in TONE, sinova; FRANCKA in MARIJANA, snahi; MARINKA TOMINC, hči; FRANK TOMINC, zet; 9 vnukov in vnukinj; ter ostalo sorodstvo tu, v Belgiji in Jugoslaviji. Cleveland, Ohio, 18. marca 1983. Slovenski folklorni inštitut bo nastopil v Ohio Theatre CLEVELAND, O.—V soboto, 30. aprila, ob 8. zvečer in nedeljo, 1. maja, ob 3.30 popoldne bo nad 120 izurjenih plesalcev Slovenskega folklornega inštituta podalo dve prireditvi “Folklore Treasures of the Old World” v gledališki dvorani OHIO THEATRE, 1621 Euclid Ave., v središču mesta Clevelanda. Brez dvoma bo to zgodovinski dogodek na samo za Slovenski folklorni inštitut, pač pa tudi za vse Slovence. Kajti v tem lepem, renesančnem gledališču nastopajo samo profesijonaine družbe in je zato nastop v tem gledališču gotovo veliko priznanje kvalitetne višine Slovenskega folklornega inštituta. Ta edinstveni dogodek je podprla moralno kakor tudi gmotno Ohijska država, ker je zelo važno, da kot mali nepoznani slovenski narod predstavimo našo bogato kulturno dediščino širši ameriški javnosti in drugim narodnostim; le tako bomo zagotovili ugled in spoštovanje med velikim svetom, naj tudi oni vedo, kdo smo Slovenci. Naš mali, toda visoko kulturni narod je mnogo premalo zastopan in upoštevan v ameriškem morju, vsekakor je ta dogodek lahko v čast in ponos vsem Slovencem. Mislim, da je zelo važno, da se v naši mladini gradi slovenska zavest in ponos, občutek enakovrednosti in pripadnosti, zavest, da naš mladi rod s ponosom lahko pove vsakemu prijatelju, da je sin ah hčerka slovenskih Iz Slovenije Gramofonske plošče - Knjige -Radenska voda - Zdravilni čaj Spominčki - časopisje - Vage na kilograme - Semena - Strojčki xa valjenje in rezanje testa TIVOLI ENTERPRISES Inc. 6419 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, O. 431-5286 Prijafel’s Pharmacy staršev, ponosen na slovenske kulturne preteklosti Vsak poedini fant ali dekle, kateri se sramuje svojega porekla, je gotovo prej ali slej izgubljen za naš narod. Veliko premalo nas je, da bi se tako utapljali, kajti vsak poedinec lahko pomeni veliko bogastvo za naš narod. Zato je odločilnega pomena, da v svoji najvažnejši dobi, ko odrašča in se pripravlja na življenje, dobi nekoga, ki mu da vzpodbude, pogum, vzgled in prilike, da mu zbudi v srcu zavest slovenske pripadnosti, ker samo tako se bo ob dobrih ali slabih časih svojega življenja vedno vračal in si znova nabiral moči in ljubezni do naroda. V mnogih letih delovanja med našo mladino na kulturnem področju sem vedno skušala vzbujati zavest in ponosa kajti samo tako se bo naš narod ohranil za bodočnost. Nepopisna sreča prevzame človeka, kadar si naši mladeniči ali mladenke oblečejo narodne noše in s ponosom izražajo svojo narodno pripadnost tujemu svetu. Prodiranju Slovenskega folklornega inštituta v nova okolja, oranju ledine takore-koč, je najbolj svetel vzgled naš najbolj poznani rojak, bivši senator Frank Lausche. Visoko se je povzpel v ameriškem svetu, postal je mož velikih uspehov in priznanj, V blag spomin St. Clair Ave. & E. 68 St. 361-4212 IZDAJAMO TUDI ZDRAVILA ZA RAČUN POMOČI DRŽAVE OHIO. — AID FOR AGED PRESCRIPTIONS. Carst Memorials Kraška kamnoseška obrt 15425 Waterloo Rd. 481-2237 EDINA SLOVENSKA IZDELOVAL NICA NAGROBNIH SPOMENIKOV Joseph L. FORTUNA POGREBNI ZAVOD 531« Fleet Ave. 641-0641 Modemi pogrebni savod Ambulanca na razpolago podnevi in ponoči CENE NIZKE PO VASI ŽELJI! OB 34. OBLETNICI, ODKAR JE V GOSPODU PREMINUL LJUBLJENI OCE IN STARI OCE LOUIS CIMPERMAN Izdihnil je svojo plemenito dušo dne 22. marca 1949. Spomin za Te je naš zaklad, saj vsak od nas Te imel je rad. Pri Bogu zdaj se veseliš, a v srcih naših Ti živiš! Žalujoči: sin, Louis hčerke: Josephine, Rose in Dorothy zet: Frank snaha: Mary, vnuki in vnukinje. Cleveland, O., 18. marca 1983. toda vseeno ni pozabil, da je Slovenec. Iz svojega visokega položaja je s svojim prepričanjem, nasvetom In vplivom pomagal in koristil marsikateremu posameznemu Slovencu kakor tudi celemu narodu. Fantje, dekleta in naraščaj Slovenskega folklornega inštituta so v zadnjih letih neštetokrat ob najrazličnejših prilikah s ponosom predstavljali slovenski narod in želi velike uspehe in priznanja. S svojim vzgledom in navdušenjem so vplivali na marsikatero drugo društvo in posameznika. S svojimi nadvse uspešnimi folklornimi festivali so poživeli slovensko folklorno gibanje preko cele Amerike in Kanade. Obetajoči nastopi profesionalnega značaja, v profesionalnem gledališču pa dajejo vzgled, pogum in utir-jajo pot še marsikateremu drugemu društvu. Vstopnice za “Folklore Treasures of the Old World” so naprodaj pri gledališki blagajni, 1621 Euclid Ave., Naročite si jih lahko po td.: 523-1755 in možno jih je nar staviti na MasterCard ali Visa račune. Nabavite pa si jih lahko tudi pri ge. Fridi Grčar: telefon 943-0233. Eda Vovk Puši POTUJETE V RIM? DOBRODOŠLI! HOTEL BLED 00185 ROMA (ITALY) Tel. (06) 777.102 M. Kal. - Sobe s kopalnico, radio aparatom, klimatizacijo. Centralna lega - Parkirišče -Restavracija Slovensko osebje Mary Ann Jerse-O’Connor, M.D. It is with both sorrow and a deep faith in the Resurrection promised by Jesus Christ that we remember Mary Ann, who died on January 31,1983. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on June 23,1954. Mary Ann attended St. Mary Collin wood grade school, Regina High School, and then majored in pre-med at John Carroll University. She studied medicine at St. Louis University, receiving a Doctor of Medicine degree in 1980. At the time of her death, she was a resident psychiatrist at the University of Wisconsin hospital in Madison. The Mass of the Resurrection was celebrated at St. Mary’s Church on Saturday, February 5. We are deeply grateful to Bishop Anthony Pilla and Bishop James Lyke for presiding at the liturgy. Words will never adequately express the consolation and hope that Bishop Edward Pevec gave to us in his homily. Publicly we also thank the following who offered so much during a very difficult time: Fr. Victor Tome, pastor of St. Mary’s; the ministers of music at the Mass, headed by Mr. Rudy Knez; the A. Grdina and Sons funeral home who were in charge of the arrangements; and Mrs. Julie Zalar and her crew for preparing a delicious lunch afterwards. Acknowledgements were sent to the many people who were so supportive to us in so many ways. If by chance we missed anyone, may this notice serve as our thank you to you. Sadly missed by Joseph M. O’Connor..............................................husband Joseph and Mary Jerse...........................................parents Rev. William M. Joseph J. Edward S.......................................................brothers Joseph and Helen O’Connor................................parents-in-law Dr. James Slowey.....................................grandfather-in-law Vera Nosan Cecilia Yurka.....................................................aunts William L. Jerse Vincent Nosan....................................................uncles 'Let Not The Light Of Freedom Be Extinguished! American home Ameriška Domovina Pancakes Breakfast at St. Vitus March 20 Cleveland, O. - The St. Vitus Holy Name Society is sponsoring their annual Pancakes and Sausages Breakfast on Sunday, March 20 in the school auditorium. Serving is from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Pictured above is John Hočevar, auditor of KSKJ Lodge No. 25 servig breakfast to the Rom family. Rudy Koporc Dies in Florida By Dan J. Postotnik 1 Was quite a shock to hear of ,®e untimely death of well °Wn, former Clevelander, ^•dolph J. Koporc, 124 Mar- a*l Blvd., Elkhart, Indiana 46514. q suffered a fatal heart attack •11 March 10 at his winter home ^ Naples, Florida. Rudy, who ,^°uld have been 72 years of age p April, was the husband of JaUces (nee Slapar), formerly ! 1 Be J°nna Ave., and father of following: Rudolph Jr. of rando, Fla., Carol McCarthy h Madison, Ind., and Gail ^Van, of Elkhart, Ind. He is p,° survived by two brothers, q VVard and Albert of ^land, O., and many other tf%ti Ves in this area. fj^Mces were held on March 14 jh 51 St. Thomas More Church *^khart, Ind. atl.udy was quite a sportsman hg Slnger. In his younger days, h- stayed Cleveland sandlot tea ^or cflamPi°nsf1iP pitns' such as Spech Grocers, Mass • - - g,,s ‘E”, Brazis Bros., Class a^Q i’ and Quaker Sugars, Pen- '‘A”0 and Robarts in Class ALSO COACHED Qev Earbecues, and played the »*and Major softball with rociuois Brews, and with I O^Pth Products, where he Pran ”en eruployed. His wife, Was also proficient in sports, having played basketball, softball, and was an excellent swimmer. In 1946 he heeded Horace Greeley’s command, “Go West, young man” only partially, by starting a new life at Christiana Lake on the border of Michigan and Indiana, some 250 miles from Cleveland. He, Dominic Krašovec, former owner of Twilight Gardens here, and George Dobrich bought into a hotel and night club on the shores of beautiful Christiana Lake, Edwardsburg, Michigan. Rudy and his family settled in Elkhart, Ind. some nine miles just over the border, and operated the night club for some 12 years. He then left this endeavor, and went to work for Johnson Products Co., a sliding door hardware business, as Sales Manager, until his retirement some three years ago. Rudy was an avid singer, and sang lead or second tenor in the noted American Slovenian Quartet, which sang many times on Martin Antoncic’s Sunday radio program, performed on TV several times, and appeared at many other public events. He also sang with the Four Steps of Harmony. Besides Rudy, both groups included Rudy’s cousin, John Kovacic, former Customs Director, John Sternisha, and Ed Seuffert. RUDY WAS BLESSED with a jovial personality, and his infectious big grin endeared him to everyone. He will now be able to join that terrrific heavenly group of singers, his relatives, Victoria Faletič, Olga Urbas, Eddie Kovacic, and Dave Telban. Meanwhile, Rudy, we will all miss you very much! Thanks Editor* Enclosed find a check in the amount of $25.00 to add to your printing needs. Wishing you in all sincerity a long and successful career in the publishing world. Yours truly, Louis L. Ferfolia Maple Hts., Ohio St. Mary PTU Retreat St. Mary’s PTU will hold their annual day of recollection on Wed., March 30 at St. Joseph’ Retreat House, E. 185 St., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is conducted in English. Cost is $5.00. Call Mary Petrie a week in advance for reservations. Her number is 481-3762. Memo... From Madeline The Slovene Folklore Institute of America folkloric dancers present Folklore Trasures of the old world on Saturday, April 30 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 1 at 3:30 p.m. at the Ohio Theatre, 1621 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Tickets are $10, 9, 8, and 7. Children, Senior Citizen Group discounts available. Charge tickets by phone 523-1755. JVe Hear That: The Supreme court of Ohio has appointed Judge August Pryatel to hear cases on their docket! Congratulations, Judge! Eleanore B. Kapel Reappointed to Park Board Probate Court Judge Francis J. Talty reappointed Eleanore B. Kapel to a second term with the Metroparks Board of Park Commissioners. Mrs. Kapel first joined the Board in 1978 and served as Board president in 1980. She now serves in the capacity of vice president. Mrs. Kapel has considerable experience in handling real estate properties, including two private golf courses. Her background and interests, as well as her involvement with Kapel Management Co., add a great deal to the decisions made by the Board. Mrs. Kapel and her husband, Milan, reside in Chesterland. The Kapels have four children: Milan, Jr., Kevin, Carol Broderick and Marianne MacLean. St. Vitus Holy Name Society is sponsoring their 24th Annual Pancakes and sausages Madeline Debevec Breakfast this Sunday, March 20 at the St. Vitus Auditorium, E. 62nd St., near St. Clair Ave. For $3 you receive Pancakes, Sausages, Orange Juice, Syrup, Butter, and a choice of coffee or milk. Serving is from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Get your tickets from members, the rectory, or at the door on the day of the event. Children, under 12, are admitted for $1.50. Be sure to attend this fun-filled “Welcome to Spring” Sunday morning at St. Vitus parish. This annual event draws over 1,000 friends and neighbors. Everyone is cordially invited to attend. Get Well Wishes to: Edward Klemenčič of East Park Drive underwent bypass surgery this week at the Cleveland Clinic. This is his second open heart surgery this year. Dolores Habat (Mrs. John) of Euclid, Ohio has been released from Lake County Hospital-West after undergoing tests for several weeks. Dolores, a registered nurse, is the director of the Emergency Room there during the evening shift. Our prayers are with everyone for a speedy recovery! P.S.W.A. Circle 1 is sponsoring its annual Easter Bake Sale on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 22 and 23rd at the Slovenian Workmen’s Home on Waterloo Rd. Orders will be taken for potica, sweet breads and krofe. For orders contact Ivanka Kapel at 486-6219. (Continued on page 6) Jadran Concert On Saturday, March 19 the Jadran Singing Society under the direction of Reginald Resnik will present its Annual Spring Concert at the Slovenian Workman’s Home, 15335 Waterloo Road at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $4.00 and may be purchased from any Jadran member, Tony’s Polka Village and the SWH Club room managers, Stan, or Emma. Following a concert, which will consist of many songs slanted toward the spring season, the second half of the program will be a colorful “Gypsy Rover” segment complete with ostumes and actions. To round out the program, a duet by Florence Unetich and Angela Žabjek, our Jadran Songbirds and an octet will also entertain our audience. Following the program there will be music for your dancing pleasure to the Fred Kuhar Or-chstra starting at 9 00 p.m. unti 1:00 a.m. Join us for a delightful evening on Saturday, March 19 at the SWH. — Food a d refreshments will be vailable. Betty Rotar, Rec. Sec. Mills, Marinko Honored at Church Appreciation Dinner RECIPES Mary Marinko By Dan J. Postotnik At the St. Vitus Appreciation Dinner, which was held on Feb. 12 for the parish workers, pastor Rev. Joseph Boznar announced the names of Robert W. Mills and Mary Marinko as St. Vitus Man and Woman of the year for 1983. They were presented beautiful plaques in recognition of their long years of service to the parish. Bob Mills has been a parishioner since 1949, and surprisingly, is an “adopted son” of the parish, or a convert. He and his wife Marice (nee Jernejčič) reside at 6716 Bonna Ave., Cleveland, O., and raised five children. Bob has been employed by General Electric Co. for the past 33 years as a technician in the Consumer Electronics Division. HE IS A charter member of St. Vitus Post 1655, Catholic War Vets, has held the offices of Commander, Adjutant and Treasurer, and is presently the Judge Advocate. Bob is also 2nd Vice Commander in the State C.W.V. Department. Robert has done a fine job with the Civic Aid Patrol, has been its president for the past 13 years, and spends time with the Geauga County Disaster Network, partially connected with the Red Cross. In his quiet, unassuming manner, he does a lot of work for the parish. What would we do without him with the stage lighting and public address system in the auditorium for the past 24 years, or his assistance in setting up the outside Nativity scene for the past 25 years? In addition, Mills serves as a lector, commentator and eucharistic minister at the Sunday 6‘0 a.m. Masses, when most of us are still snugly settled in bed. And he still finds time to put in 20 hours per month of volunteer work for the Vets Administration. Mrs. Mary Marinko has been a St. Vitus parishioner better than a half century. It is coincidental that she too, at one time, lived on Bonna Ave., in fact, across the street from where Bob Mills lives now, at 6713 to be exact. Mrs. Marinko, a widow for many years, now resides in the Senior Citizen Apartment complex at 125 E. 156th St., Cleveland. SHE HAS A daughter, Marian Croak, Monona, Wise., wife of a former FBI agent; sons, Frank Močnik, Orlando, Fla., Don Močnik, So. Euclid, O., and John Marinko, Mentor, O., engineer for TV Channel 3. Mrs. Marinko is a grandmother of 22, and great-grandmother of three. Mary has served her beloved St. Vitus parish very well under five pastors. She was known for her work with the United Societies, Altar Society, United Altar Society, and St. Vitus Dramatic Club. She was president of the Altar Society for 22 years, and left this position only three years ago. But she is still active with the parent organization, United Altar Societies, which includes the four Slovenian parishes in Cleveland, of which she is president since 1972. She also handled publicity for her group’s annual dinner, the many doughnut sales, and pilgrimages to Le-mont, Illinois each year. MARY WAS AN accomplished actress, and participated in Bob Mills many Slovenian plays in the 30’s, under the direction of Rev. Matt Jager, and also with Slovenia Women’s Group, Branch 25 under Mr. Damjan Tomazin. Mrs. Marinko stated that she accepted the award not only for herself, but in behalf of all St. Vitus Altar Society members. Congratulations and best wishes are extended to these two well deserving parishioners! Memo From Madeline... (Continued from page 5) Bohn-Peeepar Engagement Mr. and Mrs. John Bohn of E. 261 St., Euclid, announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Judith Marie to Joseph Perpar, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Perpar of Carol Avenue. The bride-elect, a 1978 Euclid graduate, received her bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University last year and is in the process of completing graduate studies at Columbus Technical Institute. Her fiance, a 1978 Euclid alumnus, works for the Euclid Recreation Dept. An October wedding in St. Williams Church is planned. Congratulations! The annual Spring Luncheon and Card Party of the Holy Family Cancer Home will be held on Saturday, April 30 at 12 noon at Higbee Downtown Auditorium, 10th floor. Admission is $6.00 a person. For reservations call Ann O’Rourke at 237-8752. All proceeds benefit the Holy Family Cancer Home. Tickets are available at the Amrican Home. For further information contact Madeline Debevec at 431-0628. SUNBEAMS FOR SENIORS—A GOLDEN GRDINA FUNERAL HOMES l«S3 East 62 St. 17010 Lake Shore Blvd. 431-2088 531-6300 GRDINA FURNITURE STORE 15301 Waterloo Road 531-1235 ROBERT REDFORD HEAVENLY DESSERT Crust 1 C. flour 1 C. crushed nuts 1/4 lb. oleo (melted) Press in 9 x 13 pan and bake for 18 mins, at 350 degrees. Middle Layer 1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese 1 C. powdered sugar Cream in mixer until smooth, then fold in 1 - 8 oz. carton of Cool Whip and spread on crust. AGERS HEALTH FAIR will be held at the Lake Shore Golden Age Center, 16600 Lake Shore Boulevard, on Friday, April 8 and Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Sponsored by Golden Age Centers of Cleveland, the City of Cleveland, Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Northeast Ohio, the Euclid Clinic Foundation and Euclid General Hospital, the event will feature mini-seminars by Dr. Walter George on Hypertension; Dr. Michael Spero on Diabetes and Aging; and exercise session for golden-agers; a fashion show for the handicapped, a yoga demonstration, hints for making activities of daily life easier and information regarding drug interactions. Free health screenings will include blood pressure testing, blood sugar assessment, vision and glaucoma testing, hearing tests, foot exams and a computerized assessment of each individuals health-related age. Progressive Slovene Women’s Circle 2 will have their Easter potica bake sale on Tuesday, March 22 in the annex of the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Ave. Pick-up between 4 and 6 p.m. For orders call Marge Kaus at 432-1206 or Mary Susel at 481-5005. Top Layer 1 Ig. pkg. chocolate instant pudding 1 Ig. pkg. vanilla instant pudding 3 C. milk Mix ingredients in mixer. When thick, fold in 1 - 8 oz. carton of Cool Whip. Jo Ann Kaifesh Kirtland, Ohio MALI OGLASI BY OWNER Euclid brick 3 bdrm. Colonial. Central air. Call 486-2378 afterr 5 p.m. (22-23) FOR SALE By owner. 2 yr. old home. E. 185 St. area. 4 bdrms., att. 2 car garage. Call 692-0911. (20-21) Stanovanje v najem Na E. 159. cesti v fari Marije M Vnebovzete. Pokličite n8 Feb 531-6879 vsaki čas. Sh (20-231 (dei Vis V BLIŽINI E. 63 ST. Sl Dvodružinska hiša, odlične ^ grajena na veliki parceli« 1 pa, ograjo. Garaža za 2 a^* * * * 7 8 Lee Kličite Branko Heric Realty. Tw 531-9508 in I FOR RENT Fel 2 bdrm apt. Appliances jj. Carpeted. Garag8 Ca Grovewood area. $205.0 ^ Call Branko Heric Reali pu 531-9508. Live-in Housekeeper Good salary and good accom- modations. Call 486-7773 daytime and 464-8971 after 7 p.m. (X) BRICK RANCH Euclid ex Jc elusive 3 bdrm home. Formspj^ dining room, very large k^He chen.W.B. fireplace, huge |%ts room. Secluded big lot. j location. Price greatly reduczU2 ed. $76,500. 91 BRICK 6 SUITER and 1 stor«emi on St. Clair & E. 64 St. are8Wir Excellent condition. Great ^ su vestment. $60,000. (ne< Cameo Realty 261-3900 St a Ask forAnton Matic 531-6?^ Ser (fXlo, OGRAJE POSTAVLJAM He Postavljam nove ograje ''’Lat popravljam stare. Tudi prod8Col jam potrebni materialk ^ma ograje po zmerni ceni in 0sTh< dostavljam brezplačno, im® bro geometra za merjenje vrt* Ma Lahko pokličete vsaki čas n I 391-0533. /la (T.n North Royalton, a3Co1- Joseph U.S.A.F., Ger-.j^uy, and Tom of Solon, ^"'ere are 19 grandchildren, /others Frank, John and sister ^Mary Oblak-all deceased. Burial will be at Fort Myers ration Estate. Their ad-' ,ress is Rt. 24, 82- 120 Ash ^Laue, Fort Myers, FL 33908. tn 4i 'Oi' ar ibs ipj T. Mark & Associates Income Tax and Accounting Services 656-2739 Timothy M. Petrie, Public Accountant (FX) Mark S. Telich Attorney at Law Complete Legal Aid 531-4470 To All Friends of Ameriška Domovina The coordinating committee WOrk that has begun. Anyone wishes to thank the entire Slove- interested in the perpetuation of nian Community who so over- the Domovina is invited to par-whelmingly supported the fund ticipate with the committee raising dinner, either through toward that goal, their attendance, financial sup- The enthusiasm that prevailed port or volunteer effort. It was throughout the evening is also exciting to see such a large reflected in our financial state- cross-section of the Slovenian ment which we are pleased to Community represented. present to you: The Committee would like to. Gross Incom..........$14,746.50 in a very special way, thank Jim Donations.............1,881.00 and Madeline Debevec for Total................ 16,627.50 allowing us to participate in the Expenses.............. 3,252.32 preservation of the Domovina. Net Income.............$13,375.18 We feel the role of the commit- it is extremely gratifying to tee is to help the Ameriška report further that our Slove- Domovina in any way we can. nian businesses have con-It is our hope that the result of triubted in excess of $5,000 for our efforts will be that the the material to improve the Domovina will be published for facilities of Ameriška many, many years to come; that Domovina, interests in the Slovenian To each and every one of you language will be kept and in- who participated in any way to creased, especially among the make this evening a memorable youth; and that the literary one, our sincerest thanks. We quality of the newspaper will hope that the enthusiasm which strive for excellence. In that was demonstrated at this event spirit the individual members of will continue long into the the committee have reaffirmed future, their willingness to continue the DONORS Florence C. Gradišek, Hermine, Pa.....................$5.00 Molly Hribar, Warren, Mich............................$10.00 Andrew and Sophia Nypaver, Cleveland, 0................5.00 Fr. Joseph Cvelbar, Lake Panasoffkee, Fla............100.00 Rev. J. Sustarsic, Ely, Minn...........................15.00 Rev. Ignatius J. Strancar, San Bernardino, Cal........20.00 Helen and Anton Polenšek, Corvallis, Ore..............10.00 Mary A. Turk, Cleveland, Ohio..........................15.00 Ann Orenick, Cleveland, Ohio...........................15.00 Rose Luzar, Indianapolis, Ind..........................30.00 F. M. Bogovich, Cleveland, 0...........................25.00 Louis V. Jerin, Belleville, N.J.........................5.00 Dr. John P. Nielsen, New York, N.Y...................200.00 Marieta Jamsek-Tehlirian, MD., Bermingham, Mich. .. 150.00 Vinko Levstik, Rim, Italija...........................750.00 Tony Petkovšek, Jr., Cleveland, 0......................30.00 Ludwig and Mary Jelenc, Berwyn, 111..................100.00 Frank Urankar, Euclid, 0..............................100.00 Ignac and Matilda Tavčar, Meadville, Pa................20.00 Sleme, Cleveland, O....................................10.00 Milan and Blažena Rihtar, Cleveland, 0.................20.00 Peter Markez, Toronto, Canada.........................100.00 Neimenovani, Toronto, Canada...........................36.00 Sonja GlavinS, DDS, Euclid, Ohio......................100.00 John Gartroza, Cleveland, 0............................10.00 $1,881.00 St. Vitus Fish Fries % /Guarantee Personal Checking The St. Vitus Dad's Club will be sponsoring s scrumptious Fish Fry each Friday during Lent from 4:00 p,m. until 7:00 p.m. in the school auditorium. The proceeds are designated toward the school CYO athletic fund. ZAK-ZAKRAJSEK % Funeral Home 6016 St. Clair Ave. New Phone - 361-3112 Nova tel. st. 361-3112 John Fortuna, licensed funeral director Roy G. SANKOVIČ FUNERAL HOME (Formerly Stanley H. Johnston Funeral Home) 15314 Macauley Ave. (Cor. of E. 152 St. and Lake Shore B)vd.) 531-3600 Funerals to meet the financial status of all families. Roy G. Sankovič, director ZAK FUNERAL HOME] By Zachary Anton Zak Due to certain circumstances, I feel it is my obligation to inform the people in our community of our intentions concerning the Zak Funeral Home, 6016 St. Clair Ave. It was my father, Tony’s hope that his sons take over and carry on his mortuary business under the style name of Zak Funeral Home. As my father was, I too am proud of my name and heritage, and hold a special love and admiration for my grandfather and great-grandfather for giving me a name they worked so hard for through the years. Being a fourth generation Zak has given me an added incentive to continue to uphold all that my ancestors have toiled and stood for. My father often told me that because I was a double Zak, I would have to work twice as hard. It is my intention to keep and follow the fine tradition set forth by my father and forefathers in the funeral business. And hope to teach my son, Anton, the value of what was taught to me. I sincerely thank all the good people of our community for bearing with us at this time. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated. On behalf of my mother, Ann Marie and | our entire family, ZAK FUNERAL HOME 361-3112 {fNDEPENI MINI s|>avings 1515 E. 260th, Euclid, Ohio 44132 731-8865 920 E. 185th, Cleveland, Ohio 44119 486-4100 John Fortuna licensed funeral director We thank you. Thanks for the donations Special thanks to the following for their generous donations to help pay for the new off-set printing press which prints the Ameriška Domovina' ’ Rose Vicic, Euclid, O. --$12.00 Nace in Sonja Omahen, Euclid, O. ~ $22.00 Mrs. Pauline Vrečar, Bessemer, Pa. - $12.00 Martin Simcic, Franklin, Wis. - $2.00 These donations are all in memory of John Gornik: Mary Gornik, Euclid, Ohio — $25.00 The first meeting this year of the Slovenian Women’s Union Combined Branches was held at the Edward Kovacic Recreation Center on St. Clair Ave. on Feb. 24. Officers for 1983 are as follows: Ann Terček (Br. 50) president, Vera Bejac (Br. 14) vice-president, Stella Dancull (Br. 21) secretary-treasurer, Josephine Comenshek (Br. 32) recording secretary, Mary Lou Prhne (Br. 47) and Kay Yuratovac (Br. 73) auditors. The Combined Group consists of 13 branches from the Greater Cleveland area, namely from Bedford, Maple Heights, Garfield Heights, Warrensville Heights, Newburgh, St. Clair Area, West Park, and W. 130 St., Collinwood, Euclid and Fairport Harbor. These branches have all made many donations throughout the years, but this is the largest single gift put together for our beautiful Slovene Home for the Aged of DR, ALAN B. NAHA Complete dental care. All types of dental insurance accepted. Ask us about our special family group plan. Conveniently locatd at 848 E. 185 St. in the Jo-Ann Medical Bldg, between Shore Carpet & Yale TV across the street from La Salle theater. 531-7700 (F-X) £5ujiss Haus FAMILY STYLE RESTAURANT at Nordic Village 7480 Warner Road, Route 307 Madison, Ohio 44057 Mrs. Ann Grzybowski, Euclid, O. — $25.00 Mrs. Dorothy Urbancich — Euclid, O.,$20.00 Mrs. Alice Opalich, Cape Coral, Fla. — $25.00 Mr. Frank Baraga, Euclid, O. — $5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Tony Fortuna, Madison Village, O. — $5.00 Mr. John Grill, Euclid, Ohio — $5.00 Mr. Joe Gornick (Nicholas Ave.) — $5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kaifesh, Kirtland, O. — $10.00 Mrs. Josephine Klemenčič, which we are very proud and happy to support. Our sincere appreciation and thanks to the members of all the branches for their donations to this worthy cause. Next meeting will be held on April 21, which will be prior to our 19th National Convention to be held in Chisholm, Minnesota on May 22 thru 25. Ann Terček Ohio-Michigan State Pres. Cleveland, O. — $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kniess, Clevland, O. — $5.00 Mr. Frank Kocin, Cleveland, O. — $5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Isadore Kocin, Cleveland, O. — $5.00 Recent Deaths JOHN P. GORNIK John P. Gornik, age 74, of 19281 Pasnow Avenue, Euclid (formerly of 667 E. 159 St.), died Saturday morning, Feb. 19 at Lakeshore Nursing Center after a long illness. He was the son of Joseph and Mary (nee Žagar) Gornik (both dec.). Husband of Lillie (nee Ruse) (dec.), father of Arden Sparks (dec.), brother of Mary H.; Anna Grzybowski and the following deceased: Joseph, Frank and Albert. John was born in Cleveland and had served in WWII in the Pacific Theater from 1942 to 1945. He had been employed as a mail carrier for over 30 years until his retirement in 1969. (His route had been Holmes Ave.-Saranac Rd.). He was a member of SNPJ No. 156 Loyalites. Friends were received at Zele Memorial Chapel, 458 E. 152 St. where services were held Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 8:15 a.m. and at St. Mary’s Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment at Willoughby Cemetery. Cleveland, 0.44119 Lorain Button Accordionists *‘European Tour Preview’ FRIDAY, MARCH 25 — 9 P.M. Simcic Tavern, 1080 E. 260 St. MOVIES - ENTERTAINMENT Arranged Kollander 971 E. 185 St. MARY ANN KRAINZ PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT TAX PREPARATION AND PLANNING BOOKKEEPING AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 3340 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland CALL 467-7540 “SLOVENIA RADIO PROGRAM” HEARD COAST TO COAST 4 till 5 on Saturday afternoons E.S.T. on N.B.N. Cabe TV systems—also in Greater Cleveland on Radio 106 SCA 1004 Dillewood Rd. Cleveland, Ohio 44119 Combined SWU Branches Pledge $3,000 For S.H.A. Mrs. Mary C. Kokotec, Willoughby, O. — $5.00 Mrs. C. F. Lausche, Gates Mills, O. P— $5.00 Agnes and Faye Lunder, Euclid, O. — $5.00 Mrs. Frances Mausser, Euclid, O. — $10.00 Miss Sophie Mlakar, Euclid, O. — $5.00 Mrs. Mary Stinson, Cleveland, O. — $5.00 Mr. and Mrs. John Novosel, Euclid, O. — $5.00 Mrs. Mary Perovsek, Cleveland, O. — $5.00 Mr. Joseph Samsa, Wickliffe, O. — $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Seege, Cleveland, O. — $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Sterlekar, Euclid, O. — $10.00 Miss Alice Struna, Cleveland, O. — $10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Charles Terček, Euclid, O. — $5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Frank Terček, Mentor, O. — $20.00 Mrs. Kose vernotz, Euclid/ — $5.00 Mrs. Albina Zimermai Euclid, O. — $5.00 Miss Pauline Haus, Clevela®1 O. — $5.00 Total of 30 donors......$275 * West Park Potici Sale March 29 The Ladies Auxiliar of Park Slovene Home is havM another potica bake sale — M in time for Easter! Call in your orders to Zii| 941-2781 or Joan 676-6340J Anton M. Lavrisha attorney-at-law (Odvetnik) Complete Legal Service5 Income Tax - Notary Pu^( 18975 Villa view Road at ^ 692-1172 ------------—----- Birthday Greetings Evelyn Buncic, March 18th. Best wishes from all her friends from E. 61 St. FOR ALL YOUR CHRISTENING irTTTTYTTTTTTTXXIXXXXXXXXxXriXXIXXXXXXXXXtX BRICKMAN & SONS FUNERAL HOME 21900 Euclid Ave. 481-5277 ZELE FUNERAL HOMES MEMORIAL CHAPEL 452 E. 152nd Street Phoile 481-311* ADDISON ROAD CHAPEL 6502 St. Clair Avenue Phone 381-0583 Mi «mo vedno pripravljeni z najboljšo postrežbo o<)<^><)o<^>oo<=>oooo^ NOW : ZAK FUNERAl OPEN COS1C ; HOME Kina l89oooooo^^ M mai lan< 15.1 'd m vili Zit a ? es bli‘ fel rf1 7 I The executive board of the Federation of Slovenian Homes, sponsors of the annual Man and Woman of the Year banquet, includes (seated, from left) Charles Ipavec, first vice president; Mary Dolšak, second vice president; John Habat, president; Helen Konkoy, recording secretary; Bill Jansa, financial secretary; (standing) Ella Samanich, historian; Frank Mahnič, executive director; Mafija Dimitrijevic, corresponding secretary. Yesterday, today — tomorrow? As you read this special edition °f the “American Home”, dedicated to the Slovenian Homes and their Federation, you are bound to appreciate the fact that we as a people can honor individuals and their achievements through a cooperative and supporting newspaper. You will read about the past — Written histories, memories, and happenings going back over a sPan of 60 years. The PRESENT IS HERE be-*n8 experienced today, through die Federation of Homes and fheir representatives—the direc-tors, the groups using these facilities, and with the backing °f the people who share the interest and hopes of the Homes. But about tomorrow, the future of our Slovenian Homes? The folowing questions are intended only to stimulate, Perhaps to seek and search out Possible solutions and answers 0r continuation and survival, orne will bring a definite negative “absolutely not,” but teaybe from this scrutiny other Possibilities will be born. ./Yill these institutions be stands another 60 years? Are the needs to “get together” similar to those of yesterday? HOW ARE WE preparing to meet tomorrow’s needs? Locations okay? Still serving the people in the old ethnic communities and neighborhoods? Should they be rebuilt, with different styling, on more expensive suburban land? Will the high cost of maintenance and expenses “bury” the Halls? Is there an urgent need to remodel for more energy consciousness? Are the “young” people being introduced to the Homes via dances, concerts, weddings, parties? Are youth groups welcome? All game rooms equipped? WHAT, IF ANY, new events/offerings or clubs have become a part of growth in the Homes in the last five years? Soliciting for more stockholders? More direct participation? Could more dances be revived, utilizing the spacious wooden floors? More emphasis on heritage in decorations, artifacts? Better calendar cross-referencing between Halls, with less conflict of events, through a central renting group? Are people willing to become a part of “activity and doing?” More involvement? WILL DIRECTORS be found? Directors who have time to devote? Would professional approach be the answer, with paid salaries? Perhaps a change in management system, rather than the directorship boards? Should the Federation be the managing body, with incorporation and combining of all the Halls? Will the high level of unemployment see a return to the togetherness symbolized by the Homes? Have our lives become so complex that there is no interest? The Man/Woman Banquet celebrates past milestones, pays tribute to its dedicated workers and serves as a reminder to the community that tomorrow follows closely on the heels of today. The Federation has shown its sincerity in accepting responsibilities, amplified the awareness of uniting efforts and encourage the sharing of problems. The answers to survival are being explored and capably carried out. __________ P ___________ ^Presantatives to tl]e Federation of Slove- Greater Cleveland and surrounding, com-n'an Homes from the 10 Slovenian Homes of munities. Federation update '81-82 The Federation of Slovenian-National Homes comprises 10 National Homes, including Lorain and Fairport. It is time again to update the histories of the Federation and all the Slovenian Homes. The Slovenian Homes are on the move. Many youth and adult cultural activities are held, including the button box accordion groups and senior citizens clubs. In spite of the economic conditions, the social events are still thriving. Benefit events are being held to help defray the high cost of utilities and taxes. THE NATIONAL HOMES are remodeling and upgrading their establishments, dressing them up with chandeliers, paneling, carpenting and new, comfortable stack chairs with cushioned seats and backs. The Federation meetings are held every other month at alternate Slovenian Homes. After the meetings, the ladies of the Homes serve a snack. On several occasions we were surprised with ocverkova potica (crackling potica) and sirove štruklje (cheese dumplings). Thanks, ladies, keep up the old traditions. For the first time, in 1981, the Federation had a float entry in-the E. 185th Street Merchant Parade and was honored with a fourth-place award. The people responsible for decorating the float were West Park Slovenian Home members and the West Side Home, along with the president of the Federation (Tony Sturm) and vice president (John Habat). The West Park Button Box Club provided the music on the float. For the first time also in 1981 the Federation sponsored a display at the Annual Art Guild Show. Displaying plaques, pictures, newspaper clippings and a scrapbook of the various Man and Woman of the Year events were included. For the 20th and 21st anniversaries of the awards banquets in 1981 and 1982, 1983 honoree Tony Sturm was chairman of the souvenir booklets that were distributed at the banquets. In 1980,1981 and 1982, histories of the Homes and biographies and pictures of the Man and Woman of the Year, honorees and scholarship winners were published in a special edition of the “American Home.” Executive secretary Frank Mahnič was the chairman. Sturm and Mahnič should be commended on the tremendous task well done. WE VALUE THE youth and adult cultural groups that provide their talent for the annual banquets. We rotate the talent , to give’, everyone a chance to take part. They are all gracious and willing to perform.. We thank them wholeheartedly fqr their cooperation. We recognize our legal advisor, Charles F, Ipavec, for his. unique expertise in handling the banquet programs at the annual awards banquets for the past 11 consecutive years as master of ceremonies. Last year, the Federation was able to award 10 $500 scholarships. Each Slovenian Home selected its own deserving youth for a scholarship. The Federation was proud to present these awards at the annual banquet, held March 21, 1982, at the Slovenian National Home, 6409 St. Clair Ave. John Habat initiated an idea that the Federation purchase a video camera to tape Federation events and other memorable occasions for posterity and memorabilia. The members all approved this idea and John has been busy taping various events throughout the area. For many years, Eleanor Prech, the nationalities reporter for the “Cleveland Press” was very cooperative in publicizing Man and Woman of the Year banquets and many other Slovenian events. The Press is no longer in existence and Eleanor Prech is now retired. We wish her a happy retirement. THE FEDERATION LOST several dedicated members. Louis Arko passed away Dec. 10, 1981. He was a representative of the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Avenue. Harry Blatnik died Feb. 7, 1982. He represented the Slovenian Workmen’s Home of Waterloo Road. Harry was a charter and honorary member of the Federation. He served the Federation in various capacities, including the presidency, and was the Man of the Year in 1976. Fred Filips, representative of the Slovenian Home of Maple Heights, also passed away recently. Dedicated people of this caliber cannot be replaced. In 1981, the honors of Woman and Man of the Year were bestowed on Mary Kobal, and Frank Mahnič, Sr. and John Kausek, Jr. (posthumously). In 1982, we saluted Antonia Stokar and Henry Zalar. For 1983, we honor Albina Mršnik and Anthony Sturm, president of the Slovenian Workmen’s Home and former president of the Federation of Slovenian National Homes. We congratulate these dedicated idividuals for their untiring efforts in preserving our culture and the embodiment of the Slovenian National Homes. We salute all the honorees of the Slovenian Homes. The Federation officers and representatives performed a tremendous task in arranging for these huge banquets. We also take a bow. to the cooks preparing meals for 700-800 people at these banquets. May they continue their dedicated work for many more . years in good health. Ella Samanich, Federation historian' CONG RA TULA TIONS FROM Slovenian National Art Guild 10th Anniversary Dinner Dance SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 1983 at Collinwood Slovenian Home (upper hall), 15810 Holmes Ave. Cocktails at 6:30, Dinner 7:30 — Door prizes of original art work and crafts. Music by Norm Novak Trio. $11 per person Congratulations to all the Honorees From AML A West Park Singers President Marie Pivik Vice-President Helen Konkoy Recording Sec. Theresa Krisby Treasurer Joe Pultz BEST WISHES TO FEDERA TION OF SLO VENI AN HOMES AND ALL HONOREES and to our member Rudy Pivik Lodge 257 SNPJ President, Tony Miklich Vice-Pres, Rudy Pivik Finance, Lenny Zych Recording Sec, Liz Zych In Memory of Macko and Mildred Kuhar from Mr. and Mrs. Kuhar DDS AH good wishes to Honorees and Slovenian Homes West Park Button Box Club Slovene Home 4583 W. 130th St., Cleveland, O. 44130 President Leo Gross, V. Pres. John Maguth, Finance Dennis Madigan, Recorder Rudy Pivik, Bill Zmrazek, John Esley, Ed Morris, Albina Capek, Ann Zaletel, Estelle Tachuk, Leona Nocifera, Lenny Fink, Eugene Jrolimek, Ella Samanich, Joe Stibil, Ed Valintine West Park PATRONS Rose Kosco, Ann Zeletel, Ste^anine Pultz, Joe Pultz, Clara Milican, Tom Milican, Edith Garsteck, Josephine Sankar, Theresa Lock, Frank Lock, Bill Zmrazek, Leonard Fink, Rudy Juksa, Stella Dancull, Cecilia Kothren, Anna Kosak, Rudy Pivik, Marie Pivik, Joe Peresutti, Leo Gross, Marija Dimitrijeve, Theresa Stefanik, Helen Konkoy West Side PATRONS Joe Pultz, Olga Klinec, Stephanie Pultz, Ella Samanich, Donald Doering, Bob Samanich, Janet Doering, Mary Kuhel, Elaine Saxby, Frank Lohcka, Mimi Stibil, Frank Lohcka, Larry Lehricks, Edward Valentine, John Ivancic, Maryann Ivancic, Marie Zeitz, Theresa Stefanik, Victor Zeitz, Edward Krecic, Mark Simcic, Max Simcic, Ken Ivancic, Dotty Ivancic, Pauline Stepic, Joseph Klinec Congratulations to all Honorees from West Park \ . Slovenian Home 4583 W. 130th St. BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Vice President Finance Helen Konkoy Joe Pultz % Theresa Stefanik Recording Secretary Rudy Pivik Auditors: Stefie Pultz, Stella Dancull, Marie Dimitrijevic CONGRATULATIONS 1983 HONOREES FROM Club of West Side Slovene Lodges 6818 Denison Ave. — Phone 631-9661 Newly Remodeled Hall for Weddings and Parties, Air Conditioned President - Joe Klinec, Vice-President - Ken Ivancic, Financial Secretary - Pauline Stepic, Recording Sec. - Edward Stepic Auditors: Elaine Saxby, Stephanie Pultz, Theresa Stefanik; Alternate - Mare Zeitz JOE KLINEC Our Man of the Year 1983 INSURANCE FOR EVERY NEED In Loving Memory of James Stepic and Carl Stepic from Pauline Stepic and Family POMPEI WINERY 3994 E. 89th St. Domestic and Imported Wines Phone 883-9370 Best Wishes SNPJ Lodge Nanos 264 President - Elsie DiSanto Sec'y.-Treas - Mary Kuhel BILL ISAAC Insurance Agency Phone 888-0455 5510 Pearl Road, Parma, Ohio Bacha Printing Co. 4480 Broadway Road Printing of all kinds Call us for quote Phone 741-0666 In Loving Memory of JACOB JESENKO from wife, Anna, and Family CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES AMLA Lodge Soča 26 FRATERNAL GREETINGS and Best Wishes to The Federation of Slovenian Homes Slovenian National Home No. 2 Newburgh DIRECTORS — 1983 Frank Mahnič, Sr. President Genevieve (Nefka) Kastelic Anna Mae Mannion Vice-President Secretary ' Treasurer Recording Secretary AUDITORS Hattie Mussig Mary Ann Sray, Alternate TRUSTEES Marie Zura Robert Zura Scott Zura HONORARY MEMBER Frank Mahnič, Jr. State Representative SLOVENIAN — EAST 80th LANES 12 Automatic Bowling Alleys - Air Conditioned For Moonlight Bowling Parties Call Manager at 883-2963 Alice Arko Carol Arko Josephine Sever Eleanor Grozdanik Ernest Arko Evelyn Majercik Robert Perko Best Wishes and Congratulations to The Federation of Slovenian National Homes and ALL THE HONOREES The A.M.L.A. Newburgh Lodges Mir No. 10, Bled No. 20, and Kraljica Miru No. 24 May you continue in all your endeavors to be as fraternal and successful as in the past. In the spirit of fraternalism and togetherness join the above lodges at the Annual AMLA Newburgh Day on Saturday, July 23 Picnic starts at 3 p.m. Music Maple hits. Button Box group. — POLKA MASS at 5:00 Featuring the Vadnals Music and Dancing by The Vadnals from 6 to 10. Sincerest congratulations to the Slovenian Man and Woman of the year from Federation of Slovenian National Homes, and to the honorees of each respective Slovenian National Home, with heartfelt thanks to all the Board members of each respective Slovenian National Home who make this annual recognition possible. From the Fortuna Family and the licensed staff: Joseph L. Fortuna — John J. Fortuna James R. Trzaska — Mary Ann (Fortuna) Tržaška St. Lawrence Lodge No. 63 — K.S.K.J. Congratulations to the Slovenian Man of the Year and the Slovenian Woman of the Year among the Federation of Slovenian National Homes, and to all the honorees of each respective Slovenian National Home, with a little extra special aknowledgement to Our Slovenian Man of the Year from Newburgh-E. 80th National Home, Eddie Zabak From the Members and Officers of Lodge 63 KSKJ Joseph L. Fortuna, Pres. Mary Ann Sray, Rec. Sec. Raymond Habian, Vice-Pres. Auditors: Ralph Godec, Financial Sec’y. Tony Lausche James Weir, Treas. Jean Fortuna John Kavec, Sgt.-at-arms Mary Castillo ZABAK’S CAFE 7731 Union Ave. Cleveland, Ohio L UNCHES SER VED BAIL Y Prop. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Zabak Congratulations Ed Zabak Zabak's Cafe PATRONS Bob Zabak and Mary Smith Joe and Maryann Jakosh Rudy and Lillian Zabak Stan Zabak Vickie and Stan Marsolek Mary and Butch Hrovat Ray and Aggie Zabak Bob and Kathy Zabak Marylin and Stan Koci Gary Hrovat and Rochelle Helen Conners Fifi and Ed Kandrac Ruth Stefanski Frank Vene Edna Zepp Joe Hammer and Debbie Skeens A1 and Sheila Koracin Tom and Karen Reming Dave and Vickie Klonowski Men from Roadway Bob and Dorothy Yesko (Orlando) Jim Schadewald Bob and Angie Reddick Owen and Jane Pakr Bob Penko Jim (Pabst) Clark David C. Brown Russ Budweizer Kid Ken Muha Rich - Ed Novak Motors Don Forenger Jerry Miller - Tremco Tom Dupey - Tremco-S. Burt - Tremco Erving - Tremco Good Joe Jim, Marge Mazanec Maggie Emrisco > Tom Marquard' Billy Joe Ware Bob Dushaw Jack Hensley Glenna Mattius Ron - Dennise Muha Dennis - Pat Pesecky Steve Petronic Junior - Brenda Williams Tom - Ann Daquilka Chuck - Dottie Koracin Bob Farall Harry Church C-K Trucking Mr., Mrs. Anthony Železnik Pesano’s Restaurant Jess Chufch Ed Kenick Rick Torgerson Bill - Helen Kurkul Charles Posta Woody - Ruth Woodrow Jim Pell Jerry Muszynec Jim - Barb Queener Burt Franks Dale - Judy Scinkovec Ed Short Gene and Beverly Morad Mr., Mrs. Harry Wacko Mr. and Mrs. Bob Parks. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Trojan Mr. and Mrs. Rich Rochowicz Mr. and Mrs. Jim Slovenski Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hueter Mr. and Mrs. Joe Payer Mr. and Mrs. James Majkrzak Mrs. Mary Hrovat Mr. Lou Kosa Mr. Edward Hrovat Mr. and Mrs. John Gucanac Judge Richard E. Ress (ret.) PATRONS Slovenian Home No. 2 Newburgh Mr. Tony Kastelic & Nefka Steve & Evelyn Majercik Mr. & Mrs. Victor Sray Lois Ann Sever Mr. and Mrs. Louis Mussig Bob and Marie Zura Bob and Eleanor Perko Alice Arko Eleanor Grozdanik Mannion Family Mr., Mrs. Frank Mahnič, Sr. Mr. Steve Relick Bob and JoAnn Polucsak Mr. and Mrs. Bill Papes Joe and Antonia Gorsha Frank and Lefty Edward Škufca Mr., Mrs. Thomas Ballisky, Sr. The Harmony Tunes Mrs. Sophie Mulh Mary Ann Sray Josephine Sever Frank and Enna McKeon Mrs. Albina Arko Scott And Valerie Zura Ernest and Carol Arko Mary Prosen Anna Mae Mannion Anton Pelko Mr., Mrs. Frank Mahnič, Jr. Mr. Louis Supan Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Vercek Mr. Joseph Vercek, Jr. Rose Lee Cerne Jim and Delores Nqse Agnes Zagar Carol, Rich Janes PATRONS Collinwood Slovenian Home Fraternal Greetings from The Supreme Board, Lodge Officers, and All Members of the AMERICAN MUTUAL LIFE ASSOCIATION A ML A 19424 South Waterloo Road Cleveland, Ohio 44119 Phone: 531-1900 John and Jeannie Grm Gary and Pete Gus and Mary Petelinkar John and Charlotte Plutt, Jr. Vicki Veshinfsky and son Tom and Jane Plutt George and Chris Keith and Andrea Smrekar Leon and Lee Ann Dotson Robert Kunstel Eugene and Marie March Dan and Helen Pavšek Frank Hren Mara Hren August Dragar Peter Dragar Robert Zajc Klemen Hren Srečko Korun Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ferra Frank and Charlotte Ferra Tony O’Kicki Mary O’Kicki Frank Orazem Frank and Albina Koncilja John and Vera Prime Frank and Mary Podlogar Leroy Koeth Joe Jarmatcki Compliments of a Friend Congratulations, Honorees! And Thank You for Your Years of Service! from Kras No. 8, AMLA Vida Zak, President Mary Price, Vice-President Sophie Matuch, Treasurer Jennie Kapel, Recording Sec. Anton M. Lavrisha, Secretary Keep a Slovenian tradition going strong! Read the Ameriška Domovina, support the American Home Charles S. Pezdirtz - Manager Mail subscriptions—431-0628 (home delivery available in some areas) Printing — 361-4088 AmeriTrust American Home Publishing Co. 6117 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44103 AmeriTrust of Cleveland East 185 Pawnee Office 701 East 185th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44119 (216) 687-4130 CONGRA TULA TIONS TO THE HONOREES OF ALL THE SLOVENIAN NATIONAL HOMES! ZELE FUNERAL HOMES, INC. Office: 452 E. 152 St. — 481-3118 6502 St. Clair Avenue — 361-0583 SANKOVIČ-JOHNSTON funeral home Km 11. S;mko\ n I )ii t rim (fornu'ilv Si.mli'N H. Johnsinni 15314 Macauley Ave. Corner of E. 152nd & Lakeshore l.icenstid Funeral Director and Fmbalrne' • Continuinci a 1 mditior Sta’ted Ove1 50 Years Ago Newly Remodeled and Expanded Facility Prompt, Courteous Service ■ 24 Hours A Day Funerals To Meet The Financial & Religious Status Of All Families Air-Conditioned Chapels 531 -3600 Private Showroom CONGRATULATIONS C & J BEVERAGES Slovene Home for the Aged 18621 Neff Road Open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. AH items sold at state minimum prices. In Loving Memory of the 10th Anniversary of husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather In Memory of Sophie Magayna ALSO our Dear Husband, Father, Grandfather Trustees, Residents and Employees John Habat Sr. passed away Oct. 30, 1973 Sadly missed by: Wife: Mrs. Mary Habat Daughters: Mrs. Stanley Kozar Mrs. Anna Trost Sons: Eddie Habat, Herman Habat, John E. Habat Grandchildren, Greatgrandchildren Anton Baraga who was one of the first Directors of our Slovenian Home on Holmes Ave. Wife, Antonia Baraga; children -Frances Zagar, Albina Zimmerman, grandchildren - Nancy Dr-miano, Jim Baraga__________ Congratulations to the Man and Woman of the Year with compliments of St. Marys Holy Name Soc Rev. Victor N. Tome, Pastor, Spiritual Dir. Wm. Kozak, President Hiltner’s 23900 Lake Shore (216) 732-9948 Euclid, O. 44123 Anton J. Ogrinc, Inc. Preventive Dentistry, Family Dentistry Office Hours By appointment 15609 Waterloo Rd 531-6665 Cleveland, 0.4411^ Congratulations All Honorees The Cleveland Coca Cola Bottling Co. 3705 Carnegie Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44118 Ml m Eddie Habat Chris Kotsos Play Music Front the Heart 7139 Mulberry Road Chesterland, O. 44026 Chris Kotsos 729-7059 Colony Lounge The Place to be on Lee 2299 Lee Rd. at Turney Fine Food & Spirits PLUMBER’S LOCAL 55 Cleveland, Ohio Congratulations to the Man & Woman of the year and to Jennie Mohorčič of Fairport Slovenian Club. the Vogue Restaurant & Lounge 34 S. State St. Painesville, Ohio 44077 PAT& HANK ZALAR 216-354-9155 L&M Tobacco & Candy Co. 784 E. 185 St. Cleveland, O. 44119 531-8777 Compliments of St. Joseph Lodge 169 K.S.K.J. Eugene Kogovšek, Pres. Tony Tolar, Vice-Pres. Tony Nemec and Ann Nemec, Secretaries Mary Okicki, Rec. Sec. Helen Nemec, Sick Benefit Sec. Joseph Ferra, Mary Wolf, Auditors Stakich Furniture 15430 Waterloo Road Cleveland, Ohio 44110 Ron Stakich 481-8288 CONG PA TULA TIONS John & Alba Plutt Managers of Collinwood Slovenian Home John ’v Fun House D.B.A. Fun Services Cleveland F.ast GAG GIFTS — BALLOONS PARTY SUPPLIES — FUND RAISING,’ 684 E. 185 St. 531-6800 Independent Savings Association 1515 East 260 St. Euclid, 44132 CONGRATULATIONS from The Holmes Avenue Pensioners Joseph Ferra, Pres. Ann Grzybowski, Rec. Sec. Mary Lavrich, Fin. Sec. Our Heartiest Congratulations to Tony Sturm Federation Man of the Year Chatterbox Lounge Stan Kozar, Julian Perez 481-7053 791 E. 185 St. CONOR A TULA TIONS Dana's Cafe "A Friendly Place to Meet" 16901 Grovewood Ave. Chuck and Helen Sumrada, Owners Best Wishes to the Honorees Fritz's Tavern 991 E. 185 St., Cleveland — 481-9635 Noon Day Lunches Fish Frys - Friday Fritz and Ruthie Hribar, proprietors We Congratulate the HONOREES of the SLOVENIAN NATIONAL HOMES of Cleveland, Ohio Join Today America's Leading Slovenian Fraternal Society For Life, Accident and Health Insurance Cultural and Fraternal Benefits Write fn: SLOVENE NATIONAL BENEFIT SOCIETY 166 SHORE DRIVE BURR RIDGE, ILLINOIS 60521 Phone (312) 887-7660 34-0649160 The Italian Cooperative Association 15901 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, O. 44110 Meet Your Friends at Faraghers on Lee Rd. 731-2291 Cleveland Typewriter Co. Specializing in writing and figuring machines since 1920 Milch Marczewski 26177 Euclid Ave. Euclid, O. 44132 Res-Bar Supply Co., Inc. "The House of Service" 11616 Union Ave. Cleveland 44105 Restaurant Supplies & Equipment Bar Supplies & Equipment 561-4500 Janitor Supplies & Equipment VIDEO DEPOT 22690 Shore Center Drive Euclid, Ohio 44123 216/261-0867 HOME CASSETTES SALES Video Recorders, Blank Tape, In-tellivision, Coleco, Video Accessories, Atari Games — VIDEO DISCS RENTALS JOHN GANNON, Owner Congratulations to the Honorees Joe Gornick 21550 Nicholas Ave. Euclid, Ohio 44123 CONOR A TULA TIONS! Edward Eckart Councilman, Euclid Garden Co., Inc. Space and Wall Heating 15420 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44110 * Slovene Workmen’s Home Patrons Frank and Elsie O'Hara John and Catherine Vicic Frank and Julia Sadar Tony and Helen Sturm Jane and Joe Novak Mary Dolšak Millie Bradač Frank and Ann Kristoff Frank, Edith Polantz Al, Josephine Comenscheck Cecelia M. Wolf Steve Shimits Bill Bayuk Ernie and Wilma Tibjash Mr. and Mrs. Frank Grk Tony and Dorothy Silc Robert, Marlene Perdan William, Theresa Perdan Rudy, Charlotte Perdan Tony, Jennie Trennel Frank, Constance Koss John and Dolores Kirn Joseph, Margaret lafigliola Frank, Albina Bittenc John & Helen Vukčevič Sutton and Justine Girod Robert & Mary Price Walter and Mary Lampe ^John and Alice Cech Jadran Singing Society I Congratulates the 1983 Man and Woman of the Year I TONY STURM & ALBINA MRŠNIK AND ALL OTHER HONOREES Frank Bittenc Reginald Resnik, Director Alice Cech, Pianist Betty Rotar Bertha Dovgan Clarence Rupar Joe Dovgan Ramona Sayre Mary Frank Steve Shimits Dorothy Gorjup Fred Skolaris Don Gorjup Tony Silc Emma Grk Wilma Tibjash Frank Grk Josephine Tomsic Bill Hilton Peter Tomsic Karoline Kess Valerie Traska Frank Kristoff Florence Unetich Joida Mann Christine Verch Sophie Matuch Cecelia Wolf Louis Petrač Angela Žabjek Helen Prebevsek Vida Zak Joe Prime Frank Zakrajšek Tony Prime Jennie Zakrajšek Spring Concert-Dance, Sal ’., Mar. 19, Kuhar Oreh. Fall Concert Dinner-Dance, Sat., Nov. 12, Luzar Oreh. GREETINGS AND BEST WISHES to ALL HONOREES from PROGRESSIVE SLOVENE WOMEN National Board Cecelia M. Wolf President Josephine Tomsic 1st Vice President Mary Dolšak 2nd Vice President Millie Bradač Secretary Marie Plevnik Treasurer Emily Starman Recording Secretary 1 Florence Unetich Corresponding Secretary Mary Durn, Joyce Plemel, Rose Gorman, Josephine Škabar, Joanne Jadrich, Wilma Tibjash, Ann Kristoff, Jennie Zaman For a copy of our popular cookbook “Treasured Slovenian and Interna- tional Recipes" call or write: Emily Starman 481-5307, 23701 Harms Ave., Euclid, Ohio 44143 — or - Joyce Plemel, 531-5668, 1233 E. 167 St., Cleveland, Ohio 44110 Phone 531-0066 Globokar’s Marathon Service Air-Conditioning - Tune-Up Brakes - Alignment Tires - Batteries 17600 Lake Shore Blvd. Cleveland, O. 44119 In Memory of Frank, Angela, Ernest Kalin From the Family Members of Waterloo Pensioners Club Are Pleased to honor Tony Sturm and Frank Koss As Men of the Year Walter Lampe, President Frank Bittenc, Vice-President Steve Shimits, Financial Secretary Helen Vukčevič, Recording Secretary Louis Jartz, Ann Kristoff, Molly Raab, Auditors Congratulations and Best Wishes toMember Tony Sturm and All Honorees from Modern Crusaders No. 45 AML A John Vicic, President Frank Minello, Vice-President Josephine Minello, Recording Secretary Millie Bradač, Secretary Tony Sturm, Treasurer Rudy Krall, Mildred Richards, Stephie Segulin - Auditors Elsie O’Hara, Youth Coordinator Congratulations and Best Wishes to All Honorees Ladies Auxiliary of Slovenian Workmen’s Home Mary Dolšak -- President Bertha Dovgan -- Vice-President Cecelia Wolf - Secretary-Treasurer Florence Slaby — Rec. Secretary Ann Kristoff, Mary Koss, Josephine Tomsic - Auditors Molly Raab — Publicity Active Members Millie Bradač Mary Wolf Betty Zablotney Maria Pasanovic Mary Koss Marlene Perdan Ida Cesnik Mary Furlan Alma Lazar Fish and other dinners every Friday noon to 8 p.m. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HONOREES if Compliments of SLOVENIAN WORKMAN'S HOME Waterloo Road Bar Managers Stan and Emma In Memory of John F. Kausek From the Family In Itasriam i HARRY J. BLATNIK Sadly missed by MARY BLATNIK, Wife BONNIE and CATHY BLATNIK, Daughters Frank and Mary KOSS The Progressive Slovene Women of America Circle 1 Cecelia M. Wolf President Sophie Matuch Vice-President Josephine Glazar Hon. Vice-Pres. Alma Lazar Secretapy-Treas. Wilma Tibjash Rec.Sec.-Reporter AUDITORS: Mary Dolšak, Vida Zak, Molly Rabb Meetings first Thursday of every month at 7:30 a.m. at Slovenian Workmen’s Home. For our cookbook, “Treasured Slovenian and International Recipes” call Alma Lazar 531-5627, Century Tire Service Firestone Home and Auto Supply 15300 Waterloo Road Cleveland, Ohio 44110 531-3536 Ron Dovgan, President Maple Heights Patrons Helen Bokar, Marjorie Yemec Church, Mary Filips, Mary Fink, Del Glavic, Joseph and Dolores Hrovat, Robert Kastelic, Tony Kaplan, Tom and John Kramer, Mildred Lip-nos, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lipnos, Frank and Sharon Loucka, Tom and Betty Meljac, Tony and Rose Meljac, Mr. and Mrs. John Perc, Bill and Olga Ponikvar, Mr. and Mrs. Russ Rizzo, Lillian and Edward Sadowski, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Strnad, Mr. and Mrs. John Szymkowski, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Stimetz, Milan Stavec, Frank and Emma Urbančič, Anna Winter, Mrs. Mary Yemec and family Congratulations and the Best of Everything to our dear friend and man of the year Lou Champa from the Maple Heights Button Box Club Congratulations LOU CHAMPA from JOHN — JO LOU KASTELIC (216) 391-0707 j£a/ieicb&\MEx co. Designers • Manufacturers • Distributors of custom cabinetry Downtown Industrial Park 3615 Superior Ave., Bldg. 20 Cleveland, Ohio 44114 CONGRATULATIONS to the honoree LOU CHAMPA from Ferfolia and Sons Funeral Home, offering the finest in funeral service within the means of us all. 5386 Lee Road, near Broadway Maple Heights, across from Maple Heights City Hall Call with confidence 663-4222 Congratulations STRADIOT INC. 4841 Turney Road Cleveland, Ohio 44125 Advertising Specialists - Calendars, Business Gifts, Convention Items, Incentive and Safety Award Programs Michael W. Stradiot [ Congratulations to all honorees from Dick Hočevar, Andy Hočevar Maple Heights Catering Distinctive Catering To all Occasions 17330 Broadway 663-7733 CONGRATULATIONS LOU CHAMPA Wife, Mitzi, Children, Lou, Don and Donna Congratulations all honorees and Federation from Planina Singing Society Maple Heights, Ohio In memory of Frances Glavic from Husband, Al, Daughter and Sons Congratulations to all Honorees Red Klir Was Here Alum, siding, awnings, patios, storm windows, doors, gutters, rails Joe E. Klir Joe R. Klir 17508 Maple Hts. Blvd 662-1079 Maple Hts., Ohio 44137 CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL HONOREES AND THE FEDERATION Slovenian National Home 5050 Stanley Ave., Maple Hts. O. 44137 Phone 662-9731 Robert Kastelic, Pres. Frank Urbančič, V. Pres.-Auditor Tom Meljac, Fin. Sec. Mildren Lipnos, Treas Marjorie Yemec Church, Rec.-Corr. Sec. Auditors: Al Glavic, Tony Kaplan, Lou Champa, Louis L. Ferfolia, Charles Hočevar, Louis Kastelic, Albert Lipnos, William Ponikvar, Del Glavic, Anton Stimetz, Marty Planinšek CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE HONOREES AND FEDERATION TONY’S INN "A Friendly Place to Visit” 16000 Libby Road, Maple Hts., Ohio 44137 -Tony Planinšek, Owner 662-9533 Congratulations to the Maple Hts. Honorees EMERGENCY SERVICE £ T ALL MAKES ^ Radio Ditpmtehod Truck* f BEATING - COOLING SALES SERVICE • «oo# to* u*«i» —«**■% w . ftOHIR IIP AM COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • »hut mitai TAMWAIMM RESIDENTIAL .WNNOAUTTM* • FREE ESTIMATES • 16629 Broadway Congratulations Honorees from Petite Beauty Salon BEST WISHES ^ Jennie Mohorčič 17051 Libby Road Maple Hts., O. 44137 Phone 663-7907 or 232-8943 Hungarian Culture Club Fairport Harbor, Ohio Mr., Mrs. Robert Anderson, Owners Al Validzich, President American Slovene Club, Fairport Harbor Fairport Harbor Button Box Club PATRONS Congratulates Mr., Mrs. Joe Muzic Mr. and Mrs. Tony Troha Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kinkopf Mr., Mrs. Frank Videmsek Frank I. Kochener Margaret Ogrin Jennie Mohorčič Fairport Slovene Club Woman of the Year Mike Kapostasy Charles Kaple Mr. and Mrs. John Ludvik Bert Muchlisent / Mr., Mrs. Anthony & Carol Satej Fred Peck Viv Cecilej Jean and Lou Grzely Carl Caplingetz Warren and Jean Fabian Mr., Mrs. Frank Skomrock Grand River Valley Lodge 30 AMLA Congratulates member JENNIE MOHORČIČ Fairport Slovene Club Woman of the Year Beer and Wine Carry-Out—State Liquor Agency Hours 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday thru Saturday Fairport Waterfront Store 200 Third Street 357-1750 — Corner of Third and High Tony and Rita Shetina We’re proud of our Woman of the Year JENNIE MOHORČIČ Congratulations from the Officers, Board and Members of the AMERICAN SLOVENE CLUB, Fairport Harbor,O. BOARD MEMBERS Tony Satej, Pres. RoseBradack Stan Modic, V. Pres. Ed Kinkopf Hank Zaller, Treas. Carol Satej Warren Fabian, Sec. Vic Mele Frank Skomrock Slovene Folklaw Institute of America This is one of 12ft youngsters in the group that will perform SAT., April 30, 8 p.m. and SUN., May 1, 3:30 p.m. Ohio Theatre 1621 Euclid Ave. Cleveland / For tickets call 523-1755 Congratulations to the 1983 Honorees FRANK A. MRŠNIK, D.D.S. Jo-Ann Medical Building 848 East 185 Street Cleveland, Ohio 44119 216-481-0117 E. 55th St. Clair SHELL AUTO CARE SERVICE CENTER Brakes - Wheel Alignment Towing Service - Budget Terms Available - Complete Mechanical Service Open 6 a.m. - Midnight Frank Grubisa, Owner 5505 St. Clair Ave. 361-4697 Congratulations and Best Wishes to Mrs. John (Albina) Mršnik and Mr. Frank Elersich honored as Slovene Woman of the Year and Slovene Man of the Year at the March 20 Annual Federation of Slovenian National Homes Banquet LADIES AUXILIARY of the Slovenian National Home St. Clair Avenue Ann Marie Zak - President Antonia Zagar - Vice-President Josephine Stwan - Secretary-Treas. Christine Ujcich - Recording Sec. Ann Skully, Mitzi Andrews • Auditors MEMBERS: Ida Johnson, Margaret Kaus, Angie Lube, Julia Pirc, Irene Reiman, Frances Tavčar, Dorothy Valencie, Josephine Vogrig St. Aloysius Lodge No. 6, AFU 1912 West 30th St. ■ Lorain Slovenian Heritage Assn. 517 Washington Ave. Lorain, O. 44052 Women’s Auxiliary, Lorain Slovenian Club 3114 Pearl Ave. Lorain, Ohio 44055 Congratulations and Sincere Best Wishes from STERLE’S Slovenian Country House Frank Sterle, Proprietor Music Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday DAILY LUNCHES 1401 East 55th Street 881-4181 Board of Directors Lorain Slovenian Club Co. 3114 Pearl Ave. Lorain, Ohio 44055 STAN M E Z I C Insurance Agent Has the Lowest Homeowners Rates in Town 22021 Euclid Avenue 531-3223 THANK YOU Cleveland Federation of Slovenian Homes CONGRATULATIONS, HONOREES Julie and Judy Petek, 1982 Scholarship Recipients Slov. National Home Patrons Mary Batis, Ed and Josie Bradach Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kenik John and Dana Leonard (Lenarčič) Mr. and Mrs. Don Mausser, Ann and Sophia Opeka John Perencevic, Mr. and Mrs. Anton J. Petkovšek Julia Pirc, Mr. and Mrs. John Price Dan Shimrak, Josephine A. Stwan Rudolph M. Susel, Frances M. Tavčar, John and Evelyn Vatovec Thank You All Jim and Madeline Debevec gratefully acknowledge the Friends of American Home and all who attended, or volunteered their time and effort for the recent successful benefit at the Slovenian National Home Your support will help keep The Light of Freedom Burning" / / A Federation of Slovenian Homes Special Edition AMERIŠKA DOMOVINA, MAROK 18, 1983 Federation banquet slated Sunday Tony Sturm Sturm is named man of the year The Federation’s Man of the Year 1983 is Anthony E. Sturm of Lyndhurst. Sturm has been a niember of the Federation for eight years and served as president during 1980 and 1981. He has been president of the Board of Directors of the Slovenian Workmen’s Home (SWH) on Waterloo Road for 10 years. His experience and know-how have resulted in many changes and improvements made to SWH. He is credited for 100 Percent attendance, a testimonial to his devotion. AMONG THE MOST important projects at SWH under his leadership were the remodeling °f the original commercial store pn the ground floor, converting h to an attractive bar serving the •bain auditorium. Adjacent Property was acquired to extend Parking facilities; air-c°nditioning units were added ar>d replaced, new windows JVere installed, ceilings were 0wered, and fluorescent lights 'vere added. Improvements to he balinca courts and other •edecorating which has taken Place throughout the building ave all helped make the Home 0ne of the best in the city. Not °nly Slovenians, but the entire pptnmunity is richer because of SWH’S existence. Sturm also has actively promoted culture and tradiition for y°ung people. He was involved n Providing a scholarship fund 0r our young people and elped compile a program 0°klet recording the history of e^h Home. j. ery active in community and paternal organizations for wany years, he has served as ,. ^ leader, councilman and still active in helping Slovene candidates achieve their goals. A 45-year member of AMLA, where he has served on the Board as finance director and first vice president, Sturm is now treasurer of Modern Crusaders, Lodge 45. He is also a member and past president of the Kiwanis Club. Retired from the Ohio State Dept, of Transportation where he worked as a property appraiser, Sturm has been married to the former Helen Kozar for 42 years. They are parents of six daughters. Two reside in California, one in Japan, one in Florida and two in Cleveland. The Sturms are grandparents of 11 children who help keep them young in heart and spirit. The standards set for a Federation Man or Woman of the Year describe a person who is a conscientious American-Slovene, one who promotes and advocates a better future for all Slovenes, their traditions and heritage. Tony Sturm certainly fits into that mold well. Vic ^nuriurs John HciOdt One of the most exciting social affairs involving Cleveland Slovenes is the Man and Woman of the Year Banquet sponsored by the Federation of Slovenian Homes. Sunday is the day for the 22nd annual banquet honoring the Federation ’s Man of the Year. Message From the President By John Habat Today we continue our custom of paying tribute to the Slovenian National Home honorees for their contributions to the Slovenian Community. This traditional honor was originated 22 years ago. May this practice continue as long as we can point with pride to the many achievements the Slovenian people have made in the various communities of Greater Cleveland, stretching from Fairport in the east to Lorain in the west. Special attention should be given to all the directors of our 10 Slovenian National Homes. They, too, are worthy of such an honor. These unsung heroes and heroines should be regarded as VIP’s in their communities. THE 33 ELECTED representatives to the Federation of Slovenian Homes should serve as an inspiration to their respective Boards. The spirit of the Slovenians, assisting in the operation of our Homes and Clubs is known for its intensity. At times, when the light of hope flickers with enthusiasm, someone leads us into renewed faith that the candle of hope will glow again. The need for others to join in our efforts is of utmost importance. The appeal to the younger Slovenians to be represented in our work as directors is urgent. As the older members of the directors step back to join the retirees, others will come forth. Herein is the future strength of the Slovenian Home Societies. New blood makes for still another day. Then we can continue to return to our Slovenian Homes, built by our grandfathers, maintained and preserved by our fathers and perpetuated by our present generation. Together as 10 halls we share our love and-respect for our fellow Slovenian-Americans. Let us recognize all the directors, past and present as a body, for their untiring work in their labor of love. Collectively these Slovenians are the heartbeat and soul, if not the lifeblood in the perpetuation of Slovenian culture. Albina Mršnik is top woman Albina Mršnik, the Federation’s 1983 Woman of the Year, was born Feb. 6, 1907 in Bač, Jugoslavia, to Ivanka and John Renko. On Oct. 9, 1925 she came to the United States with her mother and two brothers. Her father was already in the States and many may remember him as the representative of the Slovenian Daily “Enakopravnost.” Besides working hard to promote the Slovenian work, he was also a dedicated lodge worker. His daughter, Albina, emulated his energetic work for the Slovenes and soon joined the ladies lodge Složne Sestre No. 120, SNPJ, which soon merged with several other local SNPJ lodges. She later joined the Collinwood Lodge No. 26, SNPJ, and is a 56-year member of SNPJ. SOON AFTER THE Progressive Slovene Women of America were organized in the 1930’s, she joined Circle 2 in the St. Clair area, where she resided on E. 76th Street. Later, when she moved to Euclid, she transferred to Circle 3 and worked closely with the organization throughout the years, especially during and after World War II in the movement to help the victims in the war-torn native country. The relief effort was a great task and helped hundreds of thousands of victims. Albina did more than her share in this project. In 1935, after moving to Euclid, Mrs. Mršnik joined St. Christine’s parish, becoming very active there. In 1937 she joined Branch No. 41, Slovenian Women’s Union (Slovenska Zenska Zveza), and there. voO, she became active. She also enrolled her daughter, Rose Mary, who was a member of the Drill Team Cadets at the time. Sice 1960, she has been active with the SNPJ Farm Board, and since her specialty is cooking, she is readily seen in the kitchen. For 20 years, she has been a member of the Cleveland Slovenian Radio-TV Club and a charter member of the United Slovene Society, which began originally as the Slak Committee. This later group honored her on Jan. 27, 1980, for her dedicated services in the Slovenian community. When the idea of building the Slovene Home for the Aged was still in the talking stages, Mrs. Mršnik was enthusiastic and went diligently to work to help in its realization. She spent countless hours going from door to door for donations for this worthy cause. Since then she has been its ardent supporter and has worked at many functions for its benefit. Besides working with fraternal groups, she has been ready to help with undertakings that benefit the community in general. She worked with Dutch Remen, former president of the Perry Homeowners Assn., and with Dick Mott, Ann (Slapnik) Petkovšek and others at the St. Clair Business Assn, in their efforts to raise funds for maintaining the St. Clair area. AMONG OTHER ORGANIZATIONS Mrs. Mršnik is a member of Klub Društev (Club of Lodges) Slovenian Society Home (20 years); Klub Ljubljana (22 years); Dramatic Society Naša Zvezde (20 vearsV Balica Club of the .Continued on next pagsj Traditions in Greater Cleveland Slovenian Homes play vital role By Rudolph M. Susel For at least the last 60 years, one of the central institutions in the Greater Cleveland area has been the Slovenian National Home. To a large degree this is true even today, when the community as a whole is comprised in the large majority by American-born generations who have' a thorough command of the English language and a - great many of whom know little or no Slovenian. Such persons could — and a great many have — fit into the American mainstream and abandon any The Slovene Folklore Institute (SFI) of America congratulates the leaders of the Federation of Slovenian Homes and joins in the celebration of honoring this year’s Man and Woman of the year. _ We, at tlieSFl fully appreciate the patriotism, dedication and labor that it took to organize and build these homes and are deeply grateful. These homes were and still are an important element in the preservation of the Slovenian culture heritage. ESPECIALLY INSPIRING is the fact that these homes were built during much more difficult times than today’s, times of long working hours, hard labor and limited opportunities. Bricks and timber are not the only ingredients in these structures, much love and sacrifice has been added to the mortar. These are the homes where over many years, countless Slovenians have found a haven Slovehian Workmen’s Home on Waterloo Road; Pensioners Club of Euclid, and is a supporting member of Singing Society Zarja. On May 22, 1977, she was honored as Mother of the Year by the* Slovenian Women’s Union at St. Mary’s Church on Holmes Avenue, followed by a reception at the Slovenian Workmen’s Home. As Albina says, “I am Slovenian and proud of it. I want to help wherever I can to see that the Slovene heritage is preserved and passed on to our descendants.” This she has proved in countless ways. She has never refused to give her support, whether it be the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Avenue, Slovenian Society Home on Recher Avenue, conscious affiliation with the Slovenian community. Yet the Slovenian Homes in the Cleveland area continue to survive and it seems likely, given circumstances as we see them today, that most if not all of them will be with us throughout the remainder of this decade and beyond. The essential ingredients for this survival will continue to be the willingness of individuals and Slovenian clubs and other organizations to work for the welfare of the Homes and to use the facilities they can provide. This appears likely to happen, from the harshness of the outside world, warmth of togetherness in meeting friends, a little Slovenia in the numerous social gatherings. This is where they had gathered (o hear the Slovenian word, song and music in the numerous concer-t^-plays— and other cultural programs. And this is where countless gifted Slovenians found the opportunity for artistic expression and to devote- their talents to preservation of the Slovenian traditions in this distant land far from home. Our young people are now the recipients of the benefits of the?e facilities where they may express their love for the rich traditions of their forefathers as it was intended. And with the help of these facilities, may they carry on the work of their forefathers so that the future generations may reap the benefits of today’s efforts. Mršnik Slovenian Workmen’s Home on Waterloo Rd.,- or the Slovenian Homes on Holmes Avenue or West Park. Much of the effort she put forth has been to help the respective Homes be successful at their affairs. ^ i . Albina and her husband, John, reside in Richmond Heights. They have been married for 55 years and are the parents of a son (John) and a daughter (Rose Mary), who, like her mother, is active as President of SNPJ Lodge No. 26 and as a member of the Slovenian Singing Society Zarja. A grandmother of five and a great grandmother of three, Albina’s granddaughter Cheri was Miss SNPJ of 1977. Albina Mršnik is truly worthy of the'Slovenian of the Year award. although in recent years some organizations have shown less commitment to the Homes and have sought “greener” pastures elsewhere. WHAT ACCOUNTS for the pivotal importance of the Homes in Slovenian community life? Why and how did they come into being? What kind of role did they really play in solidifying the Slovenian communities? These are all larger questions than they might seem to be and there is not enough space in this brief essay even to begin a full response. Yet some basic points can be made about the role of the Slovenian Homes and these might provide at least a perspective for understanding their present as well as their past significances. As is known, Cleveland and its suburbs became by the early part of this century the largst area of settlement for Slovenes in the United States. There were large communities elsewhere also, and if one looks at the patterns of growth economically, religiously and institutionally, a considerable similarity arises. The same sets of organizations, social and cultural and political, tended to appear and at roughly the same chronological stages. / THE EARLIEST YEARS for the Cleveland Slovenes, from the early 1880s through the 1890s, found them attempting first and foremost to secure a basic livelihood. Thus among their first attempts at organization were mutu&l insurance lodges or societies. Coming from a strong religious background, there were also early impulses to found Slovenian churches — indeed this year St. Vitus Church will be marking the 90th anniversary of its establishment. The first business ventures, taverns, groceries, etc., also -began to make their appearance. By the turn of the century, newspapers had appeared, including the predecessor of Ameriška Domovina. As the nascent settlements in the Cleveland area began to achieve a greater size and permanence, other organizations began to appear, singing, gymnastic and similar ventures in the cultural field. Many of these proved to be short-lived, as economic conditions, internal squabbles or other factors inferfered. Yet the key to the process was that even as older groups dissolved, new ones were formed. When these new singing societies and, much later, dramatic clubs, came to the question of where to have their performances, problems arose. Still very much isolated from the larger non-Slovenian community which surrounded them, Youth dancers send a salute to the Federation (Continued from paj>e 1) Cleveland found no adequate halls or stages where they could perform. They had to make do with whaf was available and so readers of old accounts of these performances find reference to “Knaus’ Hall” and others. The enormous expansion of the community by the World War I era, the presence of ever more cultural as well as fraternal organizations, all of this combined with an ever greater sense of identity and self-confidence, led to the growing pressure to establish community centers, Slovenian National Homes, which could service the community as a whole. Actions toward this end were begun already in the pre-World War I period, but did not progress to the point of actually constructing National Homes. At the end of that war, however, there was an enormous burst of activity, with 1919 being especially prominent. WHAT IS interesting in the process which was under way during tjie 1920s and later also, was that the several Slovenian communities in the Cleveland area each wanted its own National Home. It was not a case of the entire community banding together and focusing all of its attention on building one such facility, but rather of movements generated from within each of them aimed at building its own National Home. And this is in fact what happened. Displayed in this special issue are the results of the efforts of our Slovenian pioners, a whole series of Slovenian National homes, each of them established and then supported by a core of individuals and organizations down to the present day. And the commitment was truly a deep one, with passions often running at a fever-pitch when basic decisions had to be made. Anyone who had had the opportunity of reading through the minutes of some of the annual and other meetings of various National Homes, or newspaper accounts of them, gets only a small inkling of the atmosphere which often prevailed. Some older National Home workers could tell a lot about this. Today it seems as though all of the National Homes as well as other organizations bemoan the fact that it is difficult to get enough persons to serve on the Boards of Directors or Trustees to have all the positions filled. In previous decades there was active campaigning by persons who wanted to get elected to the Board, with strong arguments and not always above-board tactics. Instead of being completed in an hour or two, annual meetings tended to go on for an entire day or several days. Losers in these battles often developed grudges for a particular Home and would no longer work in its behalf. ^ THROUGHOUT ALL of this, however, the National Homes were crucial in providing central locations for Slovenian organizations of all kinds to carry on their activites unimpeded by concerns extraneous to the community. The National Homes really were national, Slovenian. And to a large degree they still are, in spirit if not too often in language. As is the case with the other institutions which emerged within the Slovenian community, the National Homes arose because they were needed, they filled a specific set of needs felt by a large segment of the community. They have survived as long as they have only because a sufficiently large segment of the Slovenian community still feels the need for them, to work for them, to patronize their facilities. They will survive only as long as that perceived need continues to be present among us. To understand this more fully, it is necessary only to look at those institutions which once flourished in the Slovenian community and now are no longer present or are with us in reduced scope. In the earliest decades of the community, for example, were the boar- ' dinghouses. These served males who had not yet married. Eventually, as the need for this institution disappeared, it ceased to exist. In similar vein, several decades ago there were a number of Slovenian language newspapers. Today only Ameriška Domovina continues to exists® an independent newspaper and the newspapers published by the various fraternals have been reduced in size and frequency of appearance, with the Slovenian pages radically cut back. Why? Because the previous intense need for communication within the Slovenian language among the immigrant generation no longer is so great. There are of course fewer Slovenian national parishes than once existed and those which survive also face difficulties in maintaining their Slovenian character. WHAT IS INVOLVED, of course, is a normal process. ^ The nature of the Slovenian community is evolving today it has been evolving since its .inception. Conditions change* adaptations are necessary. F°r the original immigrants, for the community of the early 1900s, for example, there was no need for such an institution as the Slovene Home for the Aged-The immigrants then were young men and women for the most part. Today it is different- Over time a new need arose within the community, 'n' dividuals within the community recognized the need and acte upon it, the result was the Slovene Home for the Aged-The Slovenian Nation^ Homes continue to have a vita role to play within the com' munity. That is why the eff°t|s in tlieir behalf are worth whte and are to be commends THE AMERICAN SLOVENE m* Im8 N A TRIBUTE OF MY FATHER You left your families, you left your friends, you left your fields and trees You left your homes and birthplace, and you voyaged across the seas V You arrived with almost nothing, except desires to succeed You hoped and planned, worked and prayed, and you sowed the precious seed To our parents — theirs and theirs — we stand here and salute you You earned your right to be here and no one can refute you You thank God you made it safely, as you stand upon these shores When things aren V right, you join the fight, and help to win our wars You build your homes, you build the churches, you work with all your might You grow the vines, you make your wines, and dance all through the night You 've had your share of hardships, and you have your share of gripes Still you choose to pledge allegience to this country's stars and stripes To our parents — theirs and theirs — we stand here and salute you You earned your right to be here and no one can refute you With freedom of choice you choose your spot — to help from this great melting pot Thus you ’re amongst the finest people this country’s ever seen You bless us with our heritage — THE AMERICAN SLOVENE John Kausek, Cleveland, O. The Federation thanks the family of a great Slovenian, the late John Kausek, for allowing us to reprint his inspiring poem CONGRATULATIONS to all the HONOREES Slovenian Society Home Euclid, Ohio HOST HOME FOR 22nd ANNUAL A WARDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Max Kobal, Vice-President George Carson, Secretary Ray Bradač, Treasurer Bill Frank Recording Secretary Rudy Lokar, Chair. Audit Com. John Bozich Audit Committee Bill Jansa, Elmer Nachtigal Chairman House Comm. Joe Petrie House Committee Ed Novak Membership: Mae Fabec, William Strah, Josephine Trunk Sgt.-at-Arms John Hrovat; Honorary Pres. - Joseph Trebeč, Hon. Vice-Pres Edward Leskovec, Hon. Sec. - Stanley Pockar, Hon. P'cording Secretary - Mary Kobal EUCLID FOREIGN MOTORS, INC. Complete service and body shop... specialists for VW, Audi, Porsche, Volvo and Japanese vehicles. — Computerized wheel balancing. Bosch wheel alignment Boge Shocks Pirelli & Gislaved Bilstein shocks Tires 19901 St. Clair Avenue Cleveland 44117 Phone (216) 481-6106 Cleveland Southeastern Trails i THAIS) MEMBER AMERICAN BUS ASSOCIATION 43 Harrison St. Bodford, Ohio 44146 Slovenian Pensioners Club of Euclid President - Frank Cesen, Jr. First Vice-President — John Kausek Second Vice-President - Ann Mrsh Recording Secretary ~ Jennie Fatur Financial Secretary - John Hrovat Treasurer - Emma Cesen CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE HONOREES Society Spring Frolic Saturday, March 26 Dinner-Program-Dance Best Wishes to MAX KOBAL Ron and Shirley Lapuh Club Room Managers Slovenian Society Home Recher Avenue Euclid, Ohio Best Wishes from EUCLID DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS The only recognized Democratic Party Organization in Euclid Joseph Paik, City Leader John Molnar, President Edward Mikovich, Ward One Joseph Osborne, Vice-Pres. Rudy Lokar, Ward Two Mary Kern, Secretary Joseph Colantonio, Ward Three Ann Azman, Corres. 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Handicraft, Books, Teas, Records, Sheet Music, Travel Information Andrew and Jo Turkman 6419 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, 0.44103 Mellocraft GEORGE KNEIER Mellocraft Supply Division of O M Industrial Inc. 6685 Beta Drive (216) 461-4205 Cleveland, O. 44143 Residence Phone (216) 423-3214 Cleveland East Suburbanites Rehearsals every Tues. eve. 7:30 p.m. Join us Slovenian Society Home 20713 Recher Ave., Euclid Best Wishes Ray and Edith Bradač Katana Amoco 613 E. 200 St. Euclid, Ohio 44119 Goodyear Tires, Atlas Batteries, Brakes, Tune-up, Ex. Systems Phone 486-3780 Phone 289-9500 Ronald Zele Attorney at Law Brush Building 26111 Brush Ave. Euclid, O. 44132 ‘ ‘Daisies Don9t Tell” v Tel. 731-6913 Ulle Plumbing & Heating Residential & Industrial, Commercial 21100 Lakeland Blvd Euclid, O. The State Chemical Manufacturing Co. 3100 Hamilton Ave. Cleveland,0.44114 216-861-7114 JimDeFabio Territorial Managef Congratulations to all the honorees MARY FRANCIS PETRIČ Slovenian Society Home Hall Manager Halls for All Occasions Fully Air Conditioned Booking Time: Mon., Tues. evenings 7:30 - 9:30 pm. 531-9309 or 481-1098 BEST WISHES FROM THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF Loyalites Lodge 158, SNPJ Euclid, Ohio Welcome to our 60th Anniversary Celebration at the St. Clair Slovenian Home on Sunday, May 15 Watch the American Hope for complete details Congratulations, Honorees! DAWN CHORAL GROUP Pauline Krall, Stella Kostick, Josephine Comensheck, Eleanore Jeran, Ann Terček, Mary Kokal, Mary Sekne, Josephine Trunk, Antoinette Zabukovec, Vera Bojec, Marty Koren, Mary Gerl, Ann Kohler, Marie Hosta, Jean Jansa, Louise Fabec, and Pauline Dolinar. COMMERCIAL SERVICE Northeastern Refrigeration Corp. 7520 Clover, Mentor 942-7676 Our Success is Every Slovenian Home’s Success. Hvala. Please Help Us! Euclid Office Supply Inc. 756 E. 222 St., Euclid, O. 44123 Where Service is a Policy, not a promise Call 531-5311 Best Wishes from THE CITY OF EUCLID MAYOR ANTHONY J. GIUNTA MICHAEL KOSMETOS — President of Council TED THEODORE — Council-at-Large DON MALONE — Council-at-Large WILLIAM DeMORA — Ward 1 GEORGE CARSON — Ward 3 NICK MARINO — Ward 4 JUDGE ROBERT F. NICCUM — Euclid Municipal Court — and MEMBERS OF THE EUCLID INDEPENDENT COALITION CLUB LOUIS DOMMER, President Paid for by the Euclid Independent Coalition Club BEST WISHES Shimrak Photography The Dean Supply Co. Wholesale Distribution & Mfg. 6405 St. Clair Ave. 391-4698 7000 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, O. 44103 Ameriška Domovina proudly salutes and congratulates The Federation of the Slovenian Homes and all 1983 Slovenian Men and Women of the Year Your work in upholding Slovenian traditions is appreciated by us all. American Home Publishing Co. 6117 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44103 431-0628 361-4088 St. Clair Home picks Elersich When the call was made for the selection of an individual, whose dedication to the promotion of our Slovenian culture and heritage was made for presentation to the Federation of Slovenian National Homes, it was without hesitation that Frank Elersich was chosen from the St. Clair Slovenian National Home. Ever pleasant, he easily makes friends with people he meets. And after almost 50 years of quietly working among our cultural and fraternal groups, Frank will have the spotlight Frank Elersich come Sunday, when he will be honored with the title, “Slovene of the Year 1983.” IT IS A DISTINCT pleasure that the Board of Directors of the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Avenue extends its heartiest congratulations to Frank Elersich and also to the grand lady, Mrs. Albina Mršnik, who will be honored as the “Slovene Woman of the Year 1983” for the Federation of the Slovenian National Homes. These festivities, including a gala banquet, presentations, greetings and comments by the dignitaries, followed by a social and dancing, will be held at the Slovenian National Home, starting at 4 p.m. Frank Elersich First became associated with the Slovenian National Home in March 1934, when he joined Slovenian Singing Society “Zarja.” After 49 years, he is still an active member of Zarja. During this time he participated in every regular concert and performance, except for the years spent in the U.S. Army. Frank played lead roles in many operettas and skits; he served as auditor for many years; he was treasurer of Zarja for 19 years. He has been, and still is, Zarja’s1 representative to Klub Društev of SND. Frank was elected to the Board of Directors of SND in the late 1940’s; he served as auditor his entire tenure with this Board, into the ’60s. FRANK WAS ELECTED to the executive committee of Klub Društev of SND in 1963; served as auditor for 12 years, and was elected secretary-treasurer in 1975, serving in this capacity at present. Frank was enrolled in the juvenile section of SNPJ Lodge Naprej No. 5 and at the age of 16 transferred to SNPJ Lodge Comrades No. 566, of which he is still a member. He was an active parent (1955-1965) with Mladinski Pevski Zbor of the Waterloo Road Slovenian Workmen’s Home, now SNPJ Circle No. 32 while his sons were members. He also assisted at the inception of the annual circus at the SNPJ Farm on Heath Road. Frank served in the U.S. Army for 49 months with the Seacoast and Anti-aircraft Artillery units. He retired from the Cleveland Transit System (now RTA) in August of 1975, after 30 years service as operator. While with CTS he served a number of years as president of the St. Clair Credit Union and the Superior Credit Union. He has been married for 41 years to Sophie (Turkman) whom he met at Zarja. They are the proud parents of Douglas and Duane and grandparents of Aaron David Elersich, who is now a member of SNPJ Circle No. 2. Frank’s entire family belongs to SNPJ. REFLECTING ON THE years spent with the Slovenian National Home, Klub Društev and Zarja, Frank sums it up: “These were the best experiences anyone could ask for. hey have made my life fuller and richer and have left me with many friends I would not have made, and many memories I would not have, had I not participated as I did, often placing these activities ahead of my job. “For confirmation as to priorities in my life, just ask my wife, Sophie!” Original Deimer Building, purchased as Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Avenue, today houses the Home’s office and several meeting rooms and downstairs clubroom. The Board of Directors at the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Avenue includes (seated, from left) Ann Marie Zak, Josephine Stwan, June Price, Edward Kenik, Frances Tavčar, Julia Pirc, Charles Ipavec; (middle row) Matt Susel, Antonia Zagar, August Rust, Mary Bates, Sophia Opeka, Anton Petkovšek Sr., Edward Bradach; (back row) John Perencevic, John Leonard, John Vatovec, Ann Opeka and Louis Peterlin. New Year's Eve dance set stage for good 1982 Greeting the New Year 1982 at midnight in a festive mood, friends of the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Avenue gathered at the New Year’s Eve celebration and bid farewell to old 1981. The mood of festivity and comradeship gave the Board of Directors an impressive feeling of anticipated progress in the coming year. In February, the annual meeting of the certificate holders and lodge representatives was held. Following the reports by the Executive Board and Chairmen of the Ways and Means and House Committee, the members present expressed their approval of the efforts expended in the operation of the Home. The Board was commended and given a vote of confidence, and contrary to such meetings in the past decades, this was not a dragged out session. The discussions were constructive and well received. AS FOR MANY YEARS now, the Federation of Slovenian National Homes again held its annual “Man and Woman of the Year” banquet at our Home. The capacity crowd that gathered to pay tribute to those individuals selected for the title enjoyed the event with dinner in the lower hall and the program and dance following in the auditorium. Although this is the largest Slovenian National Home, capable of comfortably catering to some 1,500 persons, this annual event fills the halls. Glasbena Matica, a leading singing society among us, hopes to occupy Anton Subel’s former suite upstairs of the new building in the future. The American Mutual Life Assn. (AMLA) moved their headquarters from our Home to their newly purchased quarters on So. Waterloo Road. Extensive work in remodeling these quarters had been made before their decision to move. Among some of the special events held at our Home in 1982 were the annual meeting and dinner of the Nationalities Services Center at which time Mrs. Josephine Voinovich, mother of George Voinovich, mayor of Cleveland, was the honored guest; the Chair-A-Thon Variety Program, sponsored by the Home for the purchase of new chairs; Slovenian American Heritage Foundation “Slovenski večer” honoring Auxiliary Bishop A. Edward Pevec; the Koleda Cultural group of Velenje, Slovenia; 80th anniversary of St. Nicholas Church, etc. And, of course, the Glasbena Matica spring and fall programs are always special and attract patrons from other communities. UNDER THE LEADERSHIP of President Edward Kenik, the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Avenue has received the much needed and very necessary drive that spells success or progress. A leader must make the initial move and spark his co-workers to do their bit. Ed has this ingredient and it has paid off. Very good sidekicks (if we may say so) are June Price, vice president and chairman of the Ways and Means committee; Frances Tavčar, whose dedication and competence as secretary is admirable; Josephine Stwan, treasurer and good promoter; Edward Bradach, chairman of the House committee, to whom goes untold credit for the tremendous work in the improvement and modernization at the premises with the help of Dan Shimrak and Don Mausser (the latter two not even being on the Board); John Leonard, reliable, hard-working and ever ready to help wherever needed; John Perencevic, also on the House committee; Anton Petkovšek, Sr.; John Vatovec, a newcomer to the Board this year af who never fails to be there wl> needed; Ann and Soph11 Opeka, two sisters > and Batis and Jim Novak who g° out to assure success of ® planned events sponsored by ^ Home. v Then there is August Pust ^ his promotional drawing Charles Ipavec, the legal ^ visor, who coaches us on law requirements when nee odsek and Klub društev) f°r^ would their moral and, financial support, which the Home almost unsurmountable ficulty in maintaining and ► ing the fine condition it is , WHILE WE PAY trib^ the pioneers of a half cCllJ ago and more for their f°re* ^ in providing a haven to Pr°y the culture and heritage of , ancestors and for their PoS 6 ty, we should not lose sig ] the hardships the present Pe^ at the various Slovenian J tional Homes are underg0*11^ they strive to not only k&Vj which they inherited (alo11^ debts, etc.), but also to j astride with times and to \ their reputable mark in the munities they serve. . (|> In closing, on behalf ° < Board of Directors of the j nian National Home ^ Clair Avenue, we ext heartiest greetings to out ^ tion of Mrs. Albina Mr* '(j the “Slovenian Woma%ii 1983” and Frank Elersich Home’s “Man of the Vea1’^ Julia Pirc, Recording Lorain Home picks Brletic as top woman lames Bracikowski, Board president of the Lorain Slovenian Club, has announced the Board’s selection of Dorothy (nee Juha) Brletic as the 1982 Lorain Slovenian Woman of the Year. Dorothy is a former very active member of the Board of Directors, serving as recording secretary for two years. Her association with the Club goes back to her parents. Her father, John Juha, was a charter member of the Board and chief auditor before ground was Dorothy Brletic broken for the Club in 1923. Her mother, Frances (Kerne) Juha, was a member of the women’s auxiliary for many years. Both were active in Slovenian fraternal events. Her father was-a charter member of SS. Cyril and Methodius Lodge No. 101, KSKJ, and served as secretary for many years. Dorothy has been a member of this lodge since infancy. SHE HAS CONTINUED her association in Slovenian events through the years by willingly volunteering many hours of work at board and auxiliary dances, dinners, breakfasts, card parties, and picnics; in the Slovenian food booth at the Lorain International Festival and Bazaar, with the Lorain Slovenian Heritage Assn., and the Lorain Slovenian Button Accordionists. She can always be counted on to sell tickets and donate baked goods, and is particularly good at making strukle (noodle pudding). She’s there to do whatever needs doing without being asked. She is a goodwill ambassador for the Slovenians — a friendly, outgoing person, and doesn’t hesitate to speak to and make all feel welcome. ^ Dorothy was born and educated in Lorain. Presently, she and Bill, her husband, reside in Sheffield Lake. For the past 35 years, Dorothy has been employed with Central National Bank of Cleveland, currently as Supervisor of Central Research. Lorain Slovenian Club directors are (seated, from left) Helen Sekular, auditor; Ann Železnik, fish dinner chairman; Helen Urbas, recording secretary; (standing) Leo J. Svete, secretary-treasurer; William Bresak, auditor; Jim Bracikowski, president; and Douglas Zgonc, auditor. Lorain nears 60th anniversary The germ of an idea for the Lorain Slovenian National Home originated in 1916 with a meeting early in 1917 of 10 Slovenian lodges to discuss the purpose of the Home and all the planning, fund-raising and other steps necessary to bring this idea to fruition. The Home was established to assist in the education and progress of our people, to promote and preserve our Slovenian heritage and culture, and for the use of all Slovenians in the community regardless of religious or political affiliation. It has been well used these past 60 years. THE FIRST COMMITTEE officers were John Kotnik, president; George Petkovšek, vice president; Louis Balant, secretary; John Ivancic, recording secretary; John Bucher, The Lorain Slovenian Button Accordionists •"scently performed before a huge audience at the Home Show of Lorain County at Midway Mall, Elyria. Members of the group are (top row, from left:) Louis Volpe, Ray Bagin-ski. Jim Golick, Frank Tomazine, John Tom-sic (front row) Chris Benda, Wayne Golob, ack Tomažič, Jim Kamnikar and Al Bat-I'stelli. Golob, president of the group, is osting a Slovenian polka show on Radio Station WLRO, 1380 from 12-12:30 p.m. avery Sunday. The group performs at the Lorain Slovenian Club and in concert around Ohio, Pennsylvania and other states. This past year, the group released its first album " Down Home Polkas and Waltzes Slovenian Style." Their Third Midwest Polka Jam Session is^set for April 24 at the Lorain Slovenian Club. This event draws groups from all over Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, Pennsylvania and Canada. The group will be leaving on a musical tour of Europe on July 20, playing in Yugoslavia, Austria, Italy and Germany. They will return on Aug. 6. ( treasurer; Anton Ule, - John Kumse, Joseph Bajec and John Juha, auditors. After six years of planning and fund-raising by Slovenian lodges and individuals, and the sale of shares starting at $5 and increasing to $25 in 1919, ground was broken for the Home on April 15, 1923. John Piškur, president at the time, turned the first shovel of earth. On July 8, 1923, the cornerstone was laid with great ceremony, and on Oct. 28,1923, the opening celebration took place with a colorful parade. In 1932, the Home was incorporated as the Lorain Slovenian Club Company. THE WOMEN’S AUXILIARY was organized in August 1923, and undertook many educational, cultural and social activities to promote the Home. The first officers were Agnes Lesnak (now Ursic), president; Agnes Mejak, vice president; Josephine Eisenhardt, secretary; Vida Kumse,- recording secretary; Frances Bresak, treasurer. Plays, concerts and dances were performed; a Slovenian language school and library flourished for many years, as did social, singing, dramatic, and political clubs. During World War II, auxiliary members knitted and sewed, and collected contributions for the American Red Cross; donating and sent over 1,000 pounds in relief packages, clothing and cash to Yugoslavia. The Home and the Auxiliary contributed and col-ected $2,000 for a hospital in Slovenia, and also donated $1,000 to St. Joseph’s Hospital in Lorain. The Home’s facilities were donated for use by various organizations, including the Ohio National Guard during the 1924 tornado, many political and religious events and other activities. The auxiliary is very active in raising funds for the purchase of necessary equipment. The current officers are Alice Rutar, president; Justine Leonard, vice president; Anne Železnik, secretary-treasurer; Helen Urbas, recording secretary; Eleanor Kamnikar and Helen Sekular, auditors; and Martha Semon, publicity. THE HOME SPONSORS bowling leagues and softball teams, and _a_sši'št£ the Lorain Slovenian Button Accordionists and the Slovenian Folk Dancers. Through the Lorain Slovenian Heritage Assn., the Home participates in the annual Lorain International Festival and Bazaar. The Slovenians were the Spotlight Nationality in 1979. Young Slovenian women are sponsord in the Princess Pageant each year. A Slovenian theme float is entered in the annual International Parade and won first place in 1979, 1980 and 1981. At the International Bazaar, the Slovenian booth sells Slovenian sausage, schnitzel, strukle, rižot, potica, strukel, bread, -noodles and other pastries. Over the years, many improvements have been made — most recently the enlargement, fencing-in and paving of the parking lot; and installation of ceiling fans in the No. 2 Hall and Annex. Two years ago we installed a large screen TV in the club room. Fish, seafood, and pork schnitzel dinners and a variety of special dishes are served every Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Steak dinners are served monthly followed by dancing to the Ed Buehner Orchestra. Reservations are necessary for the steak dinners and can be made by calling club manager Anthony (Tiny) Železnik at 277-8101. Plans are being developed for the celebration of the Home’s 60th anniversary in October 1983. At present, the Home has 368 shareholders, seven of which are Slovenian lodges, one Croatian lodge, the Lorain Slovenian Button Accordionists, and 359 individuals. Maple Heights has The growth of the Slovenian community in Maple Heights paralleled the growth of the Village of Maple Heights. Before the beginning of World War I, several families moved from the St. Lawrence section of Newburgh in Cleveland, following the Akron-Bedford-Cleveland streetcar line along Broadway to the northwestern part of Bedford Township. This section became the Village of Maple Heights in 1915. By the end of the war and the continued growth of Maple Heights in the 1920s, there were nearly 50 Slovenian families settled on the streets of Stanley, Miller, Greenhurst and Raymond. Lou Champa This was enough for Anton Pelko to suggest that a National Home be chartered and built to serve as an umbrella for the several lodges which had begun serving the Slovenian community. During a regular meeting of Lodge Dom No. 25 in the home of John Breznikar on the comer of Miller and Raymond, Andrew Rezin passed his hat and collected 35 cents, the first tangible evidence of a building fund for the Slovenski Narodni Dom in Maple Heights. THE FIRST MEETING on Jan. 17, 1926, drew the Slovenians together for an election of officers to steer the course toward the building of the Home. Anton Pelko was elected president; Andrew Rezin, secretary; Vincent Zimšek, treasurer; Frank Vrcek, recording secretary, and Luka Gorup, Frank Legan and Louis Kastelic, auditors. At the January 1928 annual meeting, Joseph Piute announced that the State of Ohio granted a corporation charter to the Slovenian National Home of Maple Heights. The Slovenians beamed with pride and became even more enthusiastic in their determination to Maple Heights names Champa man of year Louis Champa was bom in the Mesabi Iron Range District of Eveleth, Minn. At the age of five, he, with his five brothers and sisters and his parents, Louis and Anna, came to the Cleveland area. His growing and formative years were spent in the Slovenian communities of St. Clair and Newburgh. An early achievement came in the 1930s diming the height of local prize fighting. His aptitude for boxing, his strong and quick reflexes, and fierce inclination toward competitiveness earned him the middle-weight championship of the Golden Gloves. He was the first Slovenian so honored. The presentation of his award, a pair of diamond-studded boxing gloves, was made by the famous movie actress Mae West, a presentation Lou recalls with pleasant memories. IN 1934, LOU met and married Mitzi Glivar of Maple Heights. They raised a family of three children, Louis Jr., Don and Donna, and are now grandparents of nine and great-grandparents of one. Lou worked for several industrial plants, primarily in the automobile-building and related industries. At Park Drop Forge, he helped organize the union and became a charter member. Later at the Ford Motor Co. in Walton Hills, he likewise helped establish the local UAW and became a charter member. He takes great pride in having been an active union officer, working for fairness and justice in the labor movement. Although retired since 1976, Lou remains active in the Maple Heights community as a director of the Slovenian National Home, the Knights of Columbus, the Democratic Club, the Pensioners Club, Ford Motor Retirees Club Local 420, Maple Hts. Catholic Club, and the Ohio State Former Boxers Assn. He continues to utilize his athletic prowess in the sport of bowling. Recently, Lou was honored and recognized by the Boxers Assn., receiving a plaque and trophy as an outstanding member. A presentation was made by State Rep. Frank Mahnič Jr. when a proclamation was declared by the House, and a state flag was presented to Lou as evidence of his being an outstanding citizen. The Slovenian National Home is proud to honor Lou Champa as its man of the year. He embodies the spirit and ideals of the Slovene character through his active involvement in the community, his devotion to family and friends, his loyal support of his Christian faith and his continuing efforts to identify and promote the cultural aspects of the Slovene community in song, folklore and language. proud Slovenian tradition ] Maple Heights Slovenian Home directors are (seated, from left) Lou Champa, Marjorie Church, Tom Meljac, Al Glavic, Frank Urbančič, Mildred Lipnos, Tony Kaplan; (standing) m co th he Y, !Sli bo Ai Pa to 0) he; Bill Ponikvar, Tony Stimetz, Lou Kastelic, Antonia Stokar, Albert Lipnos, Charles Hočevar, Louis Ferfolia and Andy Hočevar. Missing is Emil Martinsek. build a Home. A special meeting held May 22, 1928, authorized the purchase of several lots on Stanley Avenue between Lipoglavsek’s house and Stueve’s house, lots where the neighborhood boys played football and the Slovenian game of koza and where the neighborhood men celebrated festive occasions. Namedays were festive occasions. St. John’s and St. Joseph’s days were especially celebrated by building a bonfire and toasting the honoree, such as John Fortuna, John Kern, Jacob Jemec or Joseph Legan. LOUIS UPOGLAVSEK supervised the erection of a dance floor surrounded by branches cut from trees in the gully near Mill Creek. The neighborhood women brought out their prized strudels, potic as and homemade bread. A grape arbor was installed with luscious grapes tempting the young men and boys whose reach was usually too short to successfully clasp a handful of home-grown grapes. To help the growing need for more monies in the building fund, the Cooking Club was organized in February 1932, with 14 members under the auspices of Anna Baznik-Fortuna. These women pledged their chores to promote a succession of veslice, banquets, parties and weddings with the earnings contributed to the building fund. In a similar way, the men formed their balinca club, moving Joseph Legan’s now-abandoned gasoline station to the Home site. Here the club enjoyed social gatherings and the game of balinca (bocci) on two alleys built next door to the Lipo-glavsek house. These profits were also channeled to the building fund. Veselices (celebrations) were held in the basements of newly-constructed homes where the walls were usually white-washed and the wine cellars already stocked with barrels clearly marked with SND to identify and separate them from the owners’ •lock. Thoe festivities were principally held in the basements of Jacob Jemec and Louis Kastelic where the size could accommodate large crowds. IN JANUARY 1937, the Great Depression notwithstanding, the board of directors authorized the construction of the Slovenski Narodni Dom and on Oct. 3, 1937, Mary Hrovat signalled the culmination of 10 years of steadfast work and perseverance when she officially opened the front doors and announced to a multitude of dignitaries and happy Slovenians “pridite notri v našo dvorano Slovenskega Narodnega Doma,” please enter into our hall of the Slovenian National Home. The SND became such a popular center for Planina and Krlički concerts, weddings, meetings, banquets, and dances that the original $6,500 building was expanded in August 1941, at a cost of $9,000. Although somewhat diminished in number during the war years, activity increased with the return of the young men and women from the armed forces. Plans were again formulated to expand the building. An entirely new and remodeled Home was dedicated on April 21,1963. In recent years several pieces of adjoining property were purchased and the houses razed to provide for additional parking space. The Baznik-Fortuna house, built soon after WW I, and the Stueve house, an original small farm house built before the turn of the century, were leveled to make accommodations for the Home. The cycle of changes of the Home has been guided by the inspiration and leadership of a united community under the presidencies of Anton Pelko (1926-27), Vincent Zimšek (1928-38), Louis Simončič (1939-49), Anton Gorenc (1950-54), Louis Fink (1955-63), Andrew Rezin Sr. (1964-65), Louis Fink 1966-80), Emil Martinsek (1981) and Adolph Glavic (1983). NOW IN ITS 46th year, the Home continues to serve the entire community. In particular, it serves those descendants of wise, frugal and visionary people who j themselves were only a feW j years removed from their peasant households in beau- ' tiful Slovenia. The poems and songs of the melancholy j and romantic Ivan Zorman i continue to be recited and j sung by the choral group Planina, which was formed the same year as the building of the Home. The ascendancy of folk music, so much a part of the fabric of Slovene culture continues with renditions of the button boxes of the Maple Heights Club, the Družina Hočevar, and the Wolfe Family Band; plus ii*” dividual artists, such as Andy Hočevar, Lynn Marie Hrovat, Johnny Hrovat, Erič Ve; vis Ve; vva ev( lo< V, Spe tha kiti k tv "'9' Veselich and Milan Stavec. cer Where once catechism ^ classes were held in the Hribar living room, they were A, transferred to the Home un- °i til discontinued for lack of enrollment. The blessing the baskets at Easter continues as a sign of the faith the Slovenes accepted over 1,200 years ago. There is continued hop® that the vision of the fir** generation Slovene-Americans will be realized in the succeeding generations. ^ claim to cultural identity W the Slovenes has been a constant struggle throughout their varied history. Alway8 an outward-looking peopl6, feeling a part of the large* community of nations and peoples, they have historical' ly adapted themselves ^ economic and politi08* changes without sacrificing their deep-rooted commit' ment to song and poem add the renewal of the individual Ulit Me I'Ve Ani K>< of es — *’3 character through a sense work and accomplishment' The Maple Heights Sloven' ^ ski Narodni Dom recogniz^ its position as a part of larger pluralistic community j and pledges itself to sustain' ing that pluralism by tinuing the characterise^ customs and traditions 01 those Slavic Slovenes contributed to the ground of Maple Heights and c°jV sequently of America its0*'' — Robert Usat** ^ ^ » g, ^ 'e- Fairport tabs Mohorčič for award The Board of Directors of the American (seated) Warren Fabian, recording secretary; Slovenian Club of Fairport Harbor includes Tony Satej, president; and Hank Zaller, (standing, from left) Edward Kinkopf, Frank secretary-treasurer. Missing are Stan Skomrock, Carol Satej, Victor Melle ; Modic, vice president; and Rose Bradack, trustee. Fairport gets good reviews Ivana Mohorčič, active for many years in the Slovenian community throughout northeastern Ohio, is being honored as “Slovene of the Year” by The American-lovene Club in Fairport Harbor. She has been active in the American-Slovene Club for the Past 25 years, ever since moving to Painesville from Thompson, ihio- Although age — she’s 81 , and poor health have slowed per down some in the past few Jennie Mohorčič ’ J®rs she is still a frequent Sltor at the Club. In the early cars of the organization she > ^ as very active in fund-raising ,,VentS- As president of the local 1 8e of the Slovenian > ^omen’s Union, she * [{^beaded many activities in i Lat 8rouP in helping equip the - 1 chen of the Slovene Club. , l*N0WN affectionate- C L to ber friends as Jennie, she !. kS, born May 15, 1901, in i ./tenisko Jezero, in Slovenia, . u8oslavia. ! ho^ t^le a8e °f 24 she left her f anc* headed for t but because of im- Mefi°n quotas ended up in h tfyQ IC° where she worked for r ber brother, !o pi11 ^ebe, financed her move There she met and married Anton Satej in 1928 after a year’s courtship. The couple had one son, Anthony Satej who today is President of the American Slovenian Club. Her husband was killed in an automobile accident in 1957, a year after they moved to Painesville, following 29 years of marriage. During her years in Cleveland she was very active in many singing and dramatic organizations, including Lilija. She was also active in Lodge NO. 2 of the Slovenian Mutual Benefit Assn, (now renamed the American Mutual Life Assn.) IN 1941, THE family moved to a 100-acre farm in Thompson. Not one to sit back, she soon became very active in the women’s auxiliary of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church and involved in fund-raising events to finance the building of a new church. About that same time, during World War II, she went to work in the defense effort and became the first woman crane operator at Chase Brass. Retiring from the rigors of farm life, the family moved to Painesville in 1956. Active and outgoing, she quickly got involved in promoting and building the Slovenian Club in Fairport which had only a few years earlier been founded. She served qn the Board of Directors. In 1960, she married John Mohorčič and both of them worked in various ways to build up the fledgling club. Mr. Mohorčič died in 1979. A fine singer in her youth, Mrs. Mohorčič even today can be heard leading the singing of old Slovenian favorites when the old-timers gather at the Club. It was a great year, marked with a lot of progress. That’s the way Club President Anthony Satej described 1982 to Fairport American-Slovene members at their annual meeting. A review of the accomplishments indicates that indeed it was. The expansion and modernization project which started in 1981 was completed. The addition expanded the club room by 100 percent, while the modernization saw the installation of new carpeting, a totally new bar, and a new lighting and air circulation system. THE LATEST IMPROVEMENT was the arrival of new, comfortable bar stools, plus more cocktail tables and chairs. In a unique project undertaken by Edward Kinkopf, a member of the board of directors, each bar stool was donated by contributions from members. The member’s name was, in turn, engraved on a gold plate and attached to each bar stool. The face of the Club now sports a new sign proclaiming that you have arrived at the “ Slovenian Club.” The sign was designed especially for the club by a professional artist and manufactured and installed by members Stan Bradack, Joe Strnad, Tony Satej, and Stan Modic. Among other activities during the year: • The annual balinca tournament held in September drew a record number of teams competing for the $500 cash purse. The weather cooperated and a record number of members and guests showed up over that weekend to enjoy the festivities. • The bi-weekly button box nights, held every other Thursday, continue to draw standing-room-only crowds. The Button Box Club sponsored its second annual polka festival at the AMLA Recreation Center in June. Again the weather cooperated and hundreds turned out to enjoy the music of several bands and the Geneva Grape Festival Dancers. An art exhibit attracted several artists who displayed their work. • THE ANNUAL MEETING saw the election of the 1983 Board of Directorts. Newly elected to the Board are Victor Mele and Frank Skomrock. Reelected are Anthony Satej (president), Stanley Modic (vice president), Henry Zalar (financial secretary), Warren Fabian (recording secretary), Henry Zalar (financial secretary), Edward Kinkopf, Rose Bradack and Carol Satej. Most gratifying is the fact that interest in the Club continues high, reflected in the growth of the membership, both regular and social. The Club is celebrating its 36th anniversary, having been organized in 1947. In only four years, through the hard work of the founding members in sponsoring fund-raising events, the group purchased the property at 617 Third St., Fairport Harbor, which included a home and a three-car garage. Starting with me original shell of the garage, the members developed their first club rooms. Since then it has been modernized, and expanded several times; including the installation of two balinca courts and an outdoor pavilion. The Club Board of Directors meet monthly to conduct the business of the Club. The Club is also home for the local SNPJ and AMLA lodges, the Button Box Club and the more recently formed Pensioners Club. are (k^ b*ar^)0r Button Box Club members Qe|| *rom I®**) Vivienne Cecelic, Al lV|a,j a^ren Fabian, Jim Lončar, Ray Krajc, 0ropat, Jack Perme, Mike Sutch, Bert Kollar (guest); (kneeling) Vic Jazbec "B" Barbis, Ruth Prostor and Tessie Cor gdon. Missing - Michelle Lončar, Kim Lon car, Ron Lončar, Lou Grzely, Tim Grzely Tom Grzely and Marjan Virt. Frank Koss gets Waterloo honor The Directors of, the Slovenian Workmen’s Home on Waterloo Road have named Frank J. Koss as their Man of the Year for 1983. Frank came to Cleveland from southern Ohio in 1924 and soon became actively involved in fraternal land cultural work. He has been a member of the Board of Slovenian Workmen’s Home since 1975 and has served on its House Committee most of those years. He is a charter member of SNPJ Lodge 614 (Struggl- Frank Koss ers) where he formerly served as Secretary and is currently Treasurer. HE IS A MEMBER of the Federation of Slovenian Homes, SNPJ Farm Board, trustee of the Euclid Rose Society, Waterloo Pensioners Club, Waterloo-Beach Home-owners, Waterloo Balinca Club, Retired Executive Club of General Motors Fisher Body and is a supporting member of Zarja Singing Society. He has also worked with the blood bank teams in the Collinwood-Euclid area. Frank and his wife, Mary, have been married 49 years, are parents of -a son and two daughters and grandparents of seven. Mrs. Koss is active in many of the same organizations her husband is. Their hobby is travel and with their “house on wheels” have visited all 50 of our United States. They have visited Yugoslavia and several other European countries. They were particularly impressed with Slovenia With this background, Frank Koss is an exemplary person for the honor of “Man of the Year” as chosen by the Board members of Slovenian Workmen’s Home. Ladies Auxiliary is backbone of Home What a mother is to her home and family, an auxiliary is to any organization — an important source of moral and financial support. So it is with our Ladies Auxiliary of the Slovenian Workmen’s Home. The members of our earlier auxiliaries were busy with their growing families but still found time to do a tremendous amount of work in older to equip our Slovenian Home with the necessities for good housekeeping and catering. The current members of the ladies auxiliary are the backbone of our Home. It takes a good deal of time and effort to keep the Friday fish fry and periodical bake sales successful in order to earn money to help keep our Home the beautiful and useful place it is. OUR HELP in the past year was focused on the proposed new kitchen in the lower hall. Approximately $5,600 was spent for capital improvements, including new sinks for dish-washing, hot water tank and a new stove. Plumbing and new sewer lihe costs alone amounted to $1,600. Replacement of dishes and other kitchen utensils is always necessary to keep up a functional kitchen. Members of the auxiliary prepare and serve the food at all functions sponsored by the Home. Attendance at our Friday dinners has been very satisfactory for which the ladies are most appreciative. Thanks to alL Officers in 1982 were: Mary Dolšak, president; Bertha Dovgan, vice president; Cecelia Wolf, secretary-treasurer; Florence Sla-by, recording secretary; Ann Kristoff, Josephine Tomsic and Mary Koss, auditors; and Molly Raab, publicist. Active members are Millie Bradač, Mary Wolf, Marlene Perdan, Betty Zablotney, Maria Basanovich, Ida Cesnik and Alma Lazar. Honorary members are Jennie Marolt, Josie Glazar, Mary Furlan, Amelia Perko, Theresa Gorjanc, Mary Troha, Mary Zaman and Betty Kozel. ' r • . - - .. ... < a ■- V:. .. ...... , Directors of Slovenian Workmen's Home are (standing) John Vicic, Frank Grk, Albert (seated from left) Frank Bittenc, Millie Comenschek, Frank Polantz, Ann Kristoff. Bradač, Mary Dolšak, Anthony Sturm, William Bayuk, Frank Koss, Mike Matuch, Steven Shimits, Cecelia Wolf, Frank Kristoff; Tony Silc and Ernest Tibjash S / ; Loyalty, contributions help Workmen's progress In this time of recession, the Slovenian Workmen’s Home (SWH) has been faced with an increase of collective costs for improvements and maintenance. However, with , the loyal contributions of time, energy and money from friends and directors, we have managed to progress physically and financially. As there are no outstanding debts, the future looks bright. In the past year, improvements to various parts of the building have continued. Acoustical ceiling tile, wallpanelling and fluorescent lights were installed wherever necessary. The parking lot was restriped, new copper water lines replaced in the lower hall, more hot-water tanks installed and the custodian suite redecorated. All work except some plumbing was done by members of the House Committee with the help and advice of Board President Tony Sturm, Albert Rotar and Joe Dovgan. THE WATERLOO Balinca Club is an integral part of our Home. Members of the club completely renovated the entire court. All expenses were borne by the Balinca Club. As the courts are used most afternoons and evenings except during the hot summer months, the courts not only offer healthful recreation to their members but also give a financial boost to the Home. The men who undertook thk tion are to be warmly congratulated for doing an outstanding job. As in past years, our Home supports our Slovenian Homes and cultural organizations by purchasing tickets and attending their affairs. We are happy to donate the use of our Hall for the annual membership meeting of the Slovene Home for the Aged (SHA) as well as for the SHA benefit venison dinner, sponsored by Father Victor Tome and members of St. Mary’s Church. The Red Cross Blood Bank and other worthy causes also use our Home. Activities taking place in our Home are varied. Singing Society “Jadran” plays an important part in our Home, holding rehearsals every Wednesday evening. They present two concerts each year. The first for 1983 will take place Saturday. Don’t miss it! MPZ-Circle 3, SNPJ Juvenile Chorus can be heard harmonizing every Tuesday evening. The youngsters will delight their families and friends with a concert on April 16. tion, PMfiadeni Founda# sponsors bingo games «'vel Tuesday and Sunday eV€l ings. They are proving ^ popular. Two cultural events ho** by Slovenian Worked Home were fffms depl^ the way of life in Slo^ in much earlier times, ^ by Jugoslav Consul-Gefl^ Zofia-Klemen-Krek. Tb® ^ leda Dancers and from Velenje, Slovenia, j] hosted in October after Jjj* performance at Eucttf ^ School. A fund-raising affaV ^ been sponsored by rectors periodically. ^ ceeds have helped paf ^ utility and other bills. Koss, a member of the Wf. has been chosen as ouf M1 of the Year for 1983. W«® also proud of Board dent Tony Sturm, wb® been selected as the M®*1 the Year by the the Federation of SloV®1^ Homes. Congratulation* both! At the annual certf^j holders meeting on 1982, two new member5 , added to our roster t Vicic and Tony Sil®- | cause of health proble*1^ consent of the n1®111. Waterloo is home to many circle groups The Slovene Workmen’s Home on Waterloo Road is “home” for the National Board and two Circles of the Progressive Slovene Women of America. Circle No. 1 was organized in 1934 and Circle No. 7 in 1939. Circle No, 2 (St. Clair area) and Circle No. 3 (Euclid area) are among others organized in Ohio. The aims and purposes of the organization was to organize women into groups called “Circles” for educational, social and welfare purposes; to arouse interest in knowledge which aims to improve the social and economic conditions of women, family and humanity in general; to become familiar with and to understand the Archers’ Haven (archery range) Is another busy part of our building. Archery is . . J i-ujisciii oi uie *»*”" j a sport requiring great skill asembled) Mike Matuch and is very interesting to. Fran* Polantz were re^ W a Mfvw “ alternates- A NON-PROFIT organiza- Matuch is able to sup®^ the work at his Garden^ Equipment shop on , " Street. Polantz is reo®^., cultural background of the old and expects to be of b® • and new world; to induce the Board during the ^ members to be good American year citizens and useful members of j society; to promote mutual We ^ happy j friendship and cooperation and our genial ^ hard-^ J to support liberal and cultural clubroom ^gers, ^ institutions and organizations. , ^ Emma Grk. We K, We invite all women to join us! our friends to visit Cecelia M. Wolf whenever possible. ^ national president _ 1 Pavšek is choice at Collinwood The Collinwood Slovenian Home Board of Directors is comprised of (seated, from left) Jack Videtič, house committee; Gus Petelinkar, house committee chairman; Frank Ferra, director; Daniel Pavšek, president; Frank Koncilja, financial secretary; Al Marn, treasurer; John Primo, house committee; (standing) John Habat, director; Frank Podlogar, house committee; Mary Podlogar, auditing committee; Mary O'Kicki, recording secretary; Leroy Koeth, vice president; August Dragar, house committee. Missing is Frank Hren, director. Collinwood Home prospers Our Collinwood Slovenian Home is doing very well. We opened the year 1982 with the announcement that Gus Petelinkar was chosen as our Man of the Year. He was honored at the annual Federation of Slovenian Homes banquet last March. Well-deserving of the honor f°r the many hours he has spent at our Home, Gus is the Chairman of the House Committee, doing all the things that need to he done. IN MARCH, we also held our anquet for all members who ^ere in our bowling league. We so have a bonus party for club members on Shrove Tuesday. Jms is hosted by our managers, J°hn and Alba Plutt. In April, we have our annual Pfing Dance, at which we honor our Man of the Year. This dance is always well attended. In August, we celebrate our annual Homecoming Day. This day begins with Mass and a parade, starting from St. Mary’s Church, making the rounds of several blocks around Holmes Avenue and ending in our parking lot, where people gather to talk over old times and listen to the various musicians throughout the day and evening. Good refreshments are always available. Our Man of the Year was again honored at Homecoming Day, and Joseph Lasicky was honored as the Musician of the Year. In October, we held our Poor Man’s Raffle. We had a large crowd in attendance. This event is also a dinner-dance. WE ALSO HAD a Christmas Eve party for our club members, hosted by our managers, the Plutts. They are doing an excellent job of managing our Home. Finally, we ended the year with a New Year’s Eve dance, sponsored by the Board of Directors. Collinwood Slovenian Home Man of the Year Dan Pavšek has served as a member of the Board of Directors for 13 of the last 15 years. Durig his many years of service to the Home, he has held a number of important positions: member of the house committee, recording secretary, vice president and representative to the Federation of Slovenian National Homes. However, his most important role has been that of president of the Board for the last two years. In this capacity he has been and still is influential in the planning of various Homecoming events and other Board sponsored activities. BORN AND RAISED in Cleveland, Pavšek attended St. Joseph Grade School (Collinwood) and graduated from Collinwood High School in 1940. During his senior year at Collinwood, he began working at the Warner & . Swasey Company where he is still employed today. In 1944, he married the former Helen A. Femec and they took up residence on Holmes Avenue where they lived until 1960. While on Holmes, Dan was a member of St. Mary’s Church where he was active in the Dad’s Club, the Catholic Order of Foresters and chairman of the Cub Scouts. In 1960, he and his family moved to Richmond Heights and into a home that he built. Dan is the proud father of four children and the even prouder grandfather of six. In addition to his activities with the Home, he is currently the president of the Cleveland Ambassadors of Sports, a longtime member of SNPJ Lodge 142, and a 5-gallon blood donor to the American Red Cross. Dan was instrumental in getting the renovation of our Slovenian Home started and is currently working on this project. He helped buy new property which he hopes will later be used for parking areas for the Home. Daniel Pavšek Slovenian pride shines through Buttonaires are making good music The “Buttonaires” Button °x Club of the Collinwood ^°vtnian Hall on Holmes nue’s cont*nuing to practice and Perform. The group started late last *nnier> and under the direc-n of the late Joe Boldin made steal strides. They made their debut at the aterloo National Art Guild H 0'v’ lhen the Slovenian Na-» ®. Art Guild invited the But- GuJH>eS t0 perform at the Cr * s fourth annual arts and afts exhibit. The performance s acclaimed by music lovers, anH° Pra'sed the rapid growth Ptogress of the group. th^ a H°TIDAYS next brought Coii-88re8ation together in the !“0'linwood - th' thusic Club Room, absence of Joe ' an hour of continuous Were • Was enj°yed. Encores ed f ln 0rder as the crowd call-tnusio m°re of the Slovenian £.°n the butt0" box. ftbg the buffet, the group paused to raise concern for Boldin. Shortly thereafter, Joe came in with his button box. The names of the places where Joe and the Euclid Button Box Club performed over the years were listed on the box. Little did members know the group would play their last concert together. Joe passed away the next day. The “Buttonaires” performed at his wake in his memory. Organizer of the group is former Collinwood Home president Gus Petelinkar. Newly-elected leader is Tony Fortuna. Frank Dremel remains secretary for all engagements. The Holmes Avenue group joins the growing list of musical organizations from the Slovenian National Homes. (As this was being written, Louis R. Legan, a “Buttonaires” member, passed away. The group extends deepest sympathies to his wife, Agnes, and all the Legan family.) The neighborhood theme is being recognized as the foundation of the American society. Throughout the country monies are being appropriated to upgrade the many facets that make up the fabric of our neighborhood, Americana. Cleveland is changing, in terms of population and its many nationalities. The Slovenians are among many of these remaining nationality communities. The Federation of Slovenian National Homes is comprised of 10 separate but united organizations. Together with the leadership of the local communities, the Slovenian societies are known for their dedication to make a greater America for us all. THE COLLINWOOD SOCIETY is now in the 11th ward. The E. 152nd Street bridge brings north and south Collinwood together. The councilman is Michael Polenšek, former councilman of Ward 26. It is the Holmes Avenue group that is the subject of this story. The Waterloo Workmen’s Home influences the community along the lake. The bridge, that at one time separated the Collinwood Slovenian society. now stands as the bridge that brings all the people together. Ironically, as our numbers get smaller, our concern for each other grows. Our unity is demonstrated in the annual St. Mary’s Venison dinner, which brings the two neighborhoods closer. The staunch and native Slovenian families still hold the fort. In recent years, a Slovenian Homecoming parade proudly has weaved its way through the many sidestreets of the Holmes Avenue society as a sign of community unity. Slovenian pride shines through! The Collinwood Slovenian Home Buttonaires include (seated from left) Ray Delly, Rose Intihar, the late Joe Boldin, Connie Lee, Frank Dremel, (standing) lony Fortuna, Leslie Schussler, the late Louis Legan, Millie Bud-nar and John Gorjance. Zabak named E. 80th ‘man’ Ed Zabak, the Newburgh Slovenian Home Man of the Year, is a popular musican and proprietor of Zabak’s Tavern, located on the corner of E. 78 St. and Union Avenue, where he has served the Newburgh area for 35 years. When called upon, Ed is always willing to furnish music gratis to the Slovenian Home on E. 80th Street and also to events sponsored by St. Lawrence Parish. He is a favorite musician at both places. ED HAS BEEN A member of the choir at St. Lawrence Church, is currently 2nd vice president of the Cuyahoga County Tavern Liquor Assn., and is a former member of the St. Lawrence Catholic War Veterans. They have two sons, Robert Allen and Joseph Jakosh. Ed has four brothers and two sisters. Stan resides in Tampa, Fla.; Vicki Marsolek lives in Bedford; Rudy is in Tampa, Fla; Mary Hrovat resides in Parma, Ray lives in Garfield Hts., and Bob in Bedford. Ed is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zabak (Zabukovec), both deceased. The Board of Directors of the Slovenian National Home at E. 80th St. is proud to have Ed Zabak as our Man of the Year for 1983. We extend our sincere congratulations. The board of directors at the Slovenian National Home (Newburgh) includes (seated, from left) Hattie Mussig, auditor; Alice Arko, treasurer; Anna Mae Mannion, financial secretary; Frank Mahnič Sr., president; Nefka Kastelic, vice president; Carol Arko, recording secretary; Sophie Sever, auditor; (standing) Ernest Arko, trustee; Evelyn Ma-jercik, trustee; Ann Grozdanik, auditor; Marie Zura, trustee, and Roberta Zura, trustee. Missing are Frank Mahnič Jr., Antonia Stokar and Robert Perko. Under Mahnič’s leadership It was a great year in Newburgh Ed is happily married to Ann (Misurda) of Indiana, Pa. She recently retired from the Better Business Bureau where she served as a business service director. Ed Zabak The year 1982 was a very good one for the Slovenian National Home in Newburgh. The Board of Directors for the year were as follows: Frank Mahnič Sr., president; Nefka Kastelic, vice president; Anna Mae Mannion, secretary; Alice Arko, treasurer, and Carol Arko, recording secretary. Auditors were Josephine Sever, Eleanor Grozdanik, Robert Perko and alternate Hattie Mussig. Trustees were Ernest Arko, Frank Globokar, Frank Mahnič, Jr., Evelyn Majercik, Antonia Stokar, Marie Zura and Robert Zura. UNDER THE DIRECTION and guidance of a very great president, Frank Mahnič Sr., many projects were started and completed. The upstairs hall was completely painted, including meeting rooms and kitchen. A new floor was put in the kitchen through the efforts of the ladies auxiliary. Our ladies cook and serve dinners and banquets — all gratis. The money received is used for different projects, the kitchen floor being one of them. A new public address system was purchased for our banquet hall. New electrical work was done upstairs. The back hall and stairs were refurnished. In the barroom, new tiffany light fixtures were installed, and the ceiling and walls were painted. The men’s room in the barroom was completely remodeled, with the labor donated by the plumber, Robert Woodrow — a friend and customer of the hall. Windows were replaced throughout the building and the roof was repaired. These projects and other minor repairs were made possible by our bi-monthly 50-50 raffles. There were six in all last year. Also helping the cause were donations from Antonia Stokar, Red Klir, and AMLA Lodges Mir No. 10, Bled No. 20 and Kraljica Miru No. 24. THROUGH THE AUSPICES of the KSKJ Home Office Project, the Newburgh KSKJ Lodges No. 63 donated serving carts. No. 146 donated toward the tiffany lights, and No. 150 helped with the public address system. A monetary donation from the Federation of Slove- Slovenian-East 80th Bowling Alleys nian Homes also was greatly appreciated. Loan repayments were made to some of our members and interest payments to others. The building mortgage was greatly reduced. Our clubroom bar is doing fine. The bartenders are Carl Russo, Bernard Mismas, Mary Mahnič, Tony Lausche and Nat Cannistra. They help keep our customers happy and keep them coming back. In the bowling alleys, manager Ernie Arko keeps everything in tip-top shape. You will always find Ernie busy doing something. He has two part-time helpers in Mike Jones and Jeff Lunger. The alleys are quite busy, with two leagues on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Tuesday night is Ladies Night with one shift of Ladies teams. For more information, call Ernie, and he will be more than happy to accommodate you. The number is 883-2963. With the bowling alley kept busy, the snack bar staff is quite busy. The ladies are Rita Mileti, Pat Mismas and Val Zura. IN 1982, THE Slovenian National Home honored Nefka Kastelic as their Woman of the Year. Nefka is a hard worker for the hall. The Slovenian National Home was honored in having the American Mutual Life Association’s 20th regular convention, convening the second week of May. Delegates attended the convention from all over Ohio. Throughout the year at our 50-50 raffles, all the work connected with the raffle is donated. This means our ladies do all the cooking and serving. Men from the neighborhood do bartending. They are Fred (Nundie) Kužnik, Louis Barle, John Krofi, and Frank Tomsic. Music has been played by the Maple Heights Button Boxers, the Vadnals, Eddie Kenik and the Slogars, and none other than our own Eddie Zabak Band. Edward (Eddie) Zabak is the Slovenian Man of the Year f°r 1983 from Newburgh. Eddie can always be counted on to help us whenever he is asked-The Slovenian National Horn6 is going to honor Eddie Zabak at a Testimonial on Sunday' April 17. Dinner will be served at 2 p.m. Music for listening and dancing pleasure will he provided by the Vadnals-Donation is $l0. For more in' formation, call 641-9664 °r 662-2027. WITH ALL THE activities go ing on, we have to have efficien* clean up and maintenance Pe°' pie. There are two very g°0“ men that we have for this ^ Jimmy Mahnič, a parti-tim6 custodian, and John Kužnik-our maintenance man. An appreciation dinner 'vaS held for all of the people wh° helped us in any way with oof raffles and work in gener^J around the building. A go0® time was had by all. Of cour^ the cooks were our ladies frofl1 the board again, always help" ing. The Slovenian Hall has representation from lodges 0 AMLA, KSKJ, SNPJ, 3n“ SWU. These lodges ha'’6 meetings and collections of doeS at the hall. The LaurentiajJ Athletic Club also calls our Ha* home. These men are very aC’ tive at the hall. The Newburgh-Maple Heig^ Pensioners Club meets here a*1 also has their dinner-dance a the hall. With participation from 0 the above, our customCfS' lodges, employees and frieO^ who donated and help®1 throughout the year— and * good board of directors, led Frank Mahnič Sr. we enjoy^ an exceptional year. Now I0* know why we say, “We are d* best.” Congratulations to Federat*^ Man of the Year Anthn*5* Sturm, Lady of the Year Alb*^ Mrsnick and all the o^e honorees, especially our Eddie Zabak. i i I I r We bu 1, the the fon ere an< PU ttlG i T as ' the for die to d. me iak red ni be in- or so- jih :o- od ne k. as ho ur •al se ih P" id i/e es ifl ill fi- ts id jt of Sr is :d S d o i« 0 y s r 1 'fVest Side Slovenian Home directors include (first row, from left) Theresa Stefanik, Joe Pultz, Ken Ivančič, Joe Klinec, Pauline Štepec, Edward Stepic, Stephanie Pultz; (middle row) Larry Lehrke, Marie Zeitz, Frank Lovka, Mary Kuhel, Elaine Saxby, Ella Samanich, Mark Simcic; (back row) Victor Zeitz, Edward Kreci, Edward Valentine, John Ivancic Jr., Donald Doering, Max Sim and Max Simcic. West Side Home invites Slovenes for new look Demolition of part of old est Side Slovenian Horhe building was started July ’ 1981. In preparation for contractor to start with r16 footings, sewer lines, Olthdations, water lines and Section of the walls', the old a^d Konkoy took the gavel f i 1983. We accomplished ® great deal. M k A reverse raffle on MaT^&in ^ 12 began our benefit f0^ lir V tions for the year. Earlier'Hir fofr Circle 77 sang at a mass Bishop Pevec and perforrn® id ^ at Parma High School, shareholders met on Feb- ’^Min and the button box £r<**lf0hl<: which performed at ner’s Inn in Westlake for ^ l Babushka Ball on Feb. has a calendar of dates be published soon West Park Button Box Club members include (kneeling, from left) Leo Gross, president; Bill Zmrazek, Rudy Pivik, recorder; John Esley, Ed Morris, Albina Capek; (standing) Ann Zalatel, John Maguth, vice president Estelle Tachuk, Dennis Madigan, finance; Leona Nocifera, Lenny Fink Eugene Jarolimek. Missing are Ella Samanich, Joe Stibil and Ed Valentine. Four generations of the Culkar Family recently staged a bef10 concert at West Park Slovenian Home. Society Home r lauds Kobal ! The 22nd annual Slovenes j I the Year awards have Pme full cycle, honoring , ten and women who serve jieir Slovene Homes in the Weland Metro community I ltd surrounding communi-jes of Northeastern Ohio. I Host of this year’s awards, he Slovenian Society Home |l Euclid, is very proud to fonoimce that its choice for 1983 awards presentation 1 Kobal Jr. ^fREAEED IN THE HEART :>a5t ^ ^l°vene Collinwood 1 l5ht^ mn Proud par-' j .Max and Mary Kobal k ^gan his education at ^ary’s School and as-.v-tha ^ Memberships in both Jen No- ?foflai Lodge Mirni- , V ^ l42- I “ A |j„,*raduate of Collinwood Lfch jj. ^ School, Max chose to jjiC'ijr Marine Corps (First lief'ny. ^ng Division) to serve for ^ntry during those ® times of the 40s. Little rea^ze Hi at his sound j. 9. c background and dis-jupvojff Hie Marine Corps jat' direct his ambitions th{ lito to achieve greater role* in community affairs. Upon completion of duty, Max married into a fine Slovene family of Julie Zakra-shek and re-located into the Euclid area, fathering two lovely daughters, now married — Maxine Kobal King and Linda Kobal Gray. Max also has three fine grandchildren. Hie Euclid honoree is employed at Fisher Body — Coit Road as a union steward, with responsibilities as chairman erf the apprentice program. Recreational ambitions have given him various titles of command in the yachting area, including: • Past-Commander of the Lake County Yacht Club • Past-Commander of the Greater Cleveland Boating Assn. • Cleveland State Park Advisory Commission • Northeastern Vice President of the National Order of the Blue Gavel; Fraternity of Past-Commanders and President of the largest district in the world. ETHNIC HERITAGE, education, service to country, to community, to national activities are the attributes of Max Kobal Jr., who has com-mandered the Slovenian Society Home. He came full cycle, back to the roots of his beginning, to serve with expertise the Euclid Slovenian Home and the community of Euclid. V- We salute the caliber of man, the Slovenian Society Home Man of the Year for 1983. — Joseph F. Petrie Directors at the Recher Slovenian Society Home are (seated from left) Bill Frank, treasurer; Ray Bradač, secretary; George Carson, vice president; Max Kobal, president; Rudy Lokar, recording secretary; Johm Bozich, audit chairman; (standing) John Hrovat, auditor; Joe Petrie Jr., house chairman; Ed Novak, house committee; Josephine Trunk sunshine committee; Ed Koren, house committee; Bill Jansa, auditor, and William Strah, ways and means. Pitching in made 1982 a good year at Euclid Home Our efforts in 1982 were fruitful. It was a joint effort on the part of every trustee, employee, and supporting club and lodge. Even though rising costs prevailed, we survived'the ever-changing financial forecasts of our economy. With assistance in the first quarter from our Women’s Auxiliary, installation of a new quarry tile floor in our upper bar room was completed. We repaired another in our dining areas, and purchased 800 cushioned chairs, new draperies and furnishings for our washrooms. Constant up-keep goes hand-in-hand with the flow of business and various lodge activities and cultural concerts. One weekend to mark on your calendar is June ISIS — the balina tournament, sponsored by our Club Društev. AS THE YEAR progressed to a cToie, we reflected on the many labors and sacrifices made for our Home in its 64th year of its founding. We hope our past efforts and present challenges have and will be met with the same love and care by all concerned. This was especially true of our courageous board member, Frank Taucher, and past clubroom manager, Charles Starman, who have passed on. Their commitment was made, and the Slovenian Society Home endured a little more and was made better by their efforts. rs °f the Slovenian Society Home Ladies Auxiliary in gfl Stef6 K/featet*' *rom ,eH) Angela Pirc, Marica Lokar, Mary ' Mary Kobal, Christine Kovach, Danica Hrovatin, Ann Kutcher, Ann Rozman; (standing) Frances Zgonc, Josephine Trunk, Mary Golobic, Jennie Wick, Olga Ozanich, Pauline Krall, Mary Leskovec, Kay Selapak and Loretta Frank. Other members were missing when the picture was taken. Their memories and achievements will never be forgotten. Spend some time with us when you’re near and say hello' to”our clubroormnana-gers, Ron and Shirley Lapuh. Also visit our Hall facilities when possible to see our improvements. Watch us grow in 1963, and we wish the best to all of you. Euclid Home Auxiliary is dedicated Through the years of our ' establishment we have been very fortunate to work with a group of dedicated women, devoted to the Slovenian Society Home in its betterment for one and all to enjoy and work in. From bake sales to their famous and generous portioned meals on Fridays, headed by Mary Leskovec, and staff, the auxiliary has assisted the Home in improvements from kitchens to bathrooms just recently completed. THEIR PRESIDENT, Mary Kobal, has guided their efforts, which are evident all around and outside the Home. They are all ah asset to our Slovenian Home and its purpose. As they say, “behind every successful man is a woman.” We don’t hide this attribute but applaud and laud their accomplishments. We salute you, ladies, and assure you all of our support and best wishes. — Joseph F.' Petrie What’s a traditional wedding at one of the 10 spacious Slovenian Federation Homes if nobody comes? 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