3 15 4189 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/cc00c01272a7beb32f190a768d53f0ef.pdf 50d68597ee0b072354c5ec48d94eefb8 PDF Text Text - �May 1, 1980 Gift of: Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Strajka Sheatown,Penna. To: Wilkes College Polish Room Committee Received by: Appraised by: Jule Znaniocki Irwin Weinberg through effort of Anne Urbanski Valuation estimated at $700.00 �May 13, 1980 Mrs. Stanley Urbanski 107 Old River Road Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Dear Mrs. Urbanski: I wish to acknowledge receipt of the collection of Polish stamps which you brought to my office on May 8 for safekeeping. I have arranged for the collection to be delivered to our Business Office for placement in one of the vaults in Parrish Hall on South River Street. The collection was given by Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Strajka of Sheatown, Pennsyl­ vania, to the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. It has been appraised by Mr. Irwin Wineberg, through your efforts, and the evaluation is estimated at $700. The collection will be retained in our vault until you or other officers of the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee request it for specific purposes. We at Wilkes College are pleased to receive the continued interest, support, and cooperation of the members of the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee as we serve worthy students and our region of Northeastern Pennsylvania. I look forward to working with you for the arrange­ ment of successful events relating to the Poster Art in Poland Exhibition in the Sordoni Gallery in June. Best regards. Sincerely, Thomas F. Kelly, Ph.D. Dean of External Affairs TFK:ahr cc: President Capin Copy placed w/collection �1939 r. 1. grudnia. Znaczki niemieckie z nadrukiem ,.Deutsche Post Osten". ZQbkowane. 1 1A.WI �1940 r. luty—marzec. Przedruki na znaczkach polskich. Zqbkowane. odstyp mitjdzy cyfrq a liters ,,G” mniejszy ' ©1! Io 16 12/15 gr serii historycznej brunatny 50/55 gr Rydz Smigly niebicski o^St'1 lOOtgf^iJO^ JA-WI JA-Wi f �1940 r. 5. sierpnia. Widoki Krakowa i Lublina. Z^bkowane. �1940 r. 17. sierpnia. „Czerwony Krzyz'’. ZQbkowane. 1940 r. 26. pazdziernika. I. Rocznica G. G. Zqbkowane. 1940 r. 1. grudnia. „Ponioc Zimowa". Zijbkowane. 1 JA-WI �1941 r. Widoki Krakowa i Tyrica. Zqbkowane. 1941 r. Znaczki wydania 1940 r. w zmienionych koiorach i nowa warto^c. Zqbkowane. JA-WI �1941/2 r. Znaczki obiegowe. Zqbkowane. �1942 r. 20. kwietnia. Urodzinowe. Zqbkowane. 1942 r. 15. sierpnia. 600-lecie Lublina. Z^bkowane. 1942 r. I. wydanie. HKulturalne". Z^bkowane. JA-W1 �1943 r. 20. kwietnia. Urodzinowe. Z^bkowane. �1943 r. Znaczki obiegowe wyd. 1941/2 r. w nowym nakladzie. Zqbkowane. 1943/4 r. Widoki Krakowa, Lwowa i Tynca. Zqbkowane. 1944 r. 20. kwietnia. Urodzinowe. Zqbkowane. JA-WI �1944 r. II. wyd. „Kulturalne". Zqbkowane. 1944 r. V. Rocznica G. G. JA-WI �1940 r. I. wydanie zn. urz^dowych. Zqbkowane. 6 gr (brunatny) <--------- 8 gr 10 gr szary jasnozlelony 12 gr 20 gr 24 gr ciemnozielony ciemnobrunatny brunatnoczerwony 40 gr 48 gr -S o w szarooliwkowy V u / n v Illi 50 gr nlebleskl clemnofioletowy If® 30 gr karminowolila 1 zl (szaroczarny/ brunatnollla) 3 zl szaroczarny/ czerwonobrunatny 5 zl szaroczarny/ brunatnopomaranczowy �1940 r. IL, wydanie zn. urz^dowych. Zqbkowane. 1940 r. Znaczki dorqczeniowe. Zabkowane. �1943 r. III. wydanie zn. urzQdowych. Zabkowane. 10 gr 12 gr 16 gr ziclony fioletowy pomaranczowy 20 gr 24 gr oliwkowobnmatny brunatnoczerwony 80 cjr brunutnollla 30 fir cietnnolila �POLEN POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Russische Statthalterschaft / Russian Government / Gouvernement russe I860 ----- Republik / Republic / RSpublique 1918 (x) 1918 — (x) SCHAUBEK 1 �SCHAUBEK 2 Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111,18/157 852 �Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111,18/157 852 POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA SCHAUBEK 3 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA SCHAUBEK 4 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1919II — 10 F (Fenigow) (Fenigow) (Fenigow) dunkellila dark lilac lilas fonci hellgriin light green vert clair rot red rouge (violett | violet) 1.50 M (Marks) (Marki) griin green vert 50 f. (Fenigow) olivbraun olive brown brun-olive blaugriin blue green vert-bleu 1919/20----- 1919/20 (Fenigow) hellgriin light green vert clair 10 F Illa lilac lilas 852 dunkelblau dark blue bleu fonc6 (Marek) 6 M (Marek) blutrot blood red rouge sang blaugriin blue green vert-bleu ollv olive M. 2.50 (Marki) olivbraun olive brown brun-olive braunlila brown lilac lilas-brun 50 ». (Fenigow) 25 1. (Fenigow) (Marki) griin green Violett violet Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 Hl 18'157 20 t. (Fenigow) rot red rouge M 1.50 (Marks) (Msrks) SCHAUBBK 15 F (Fenigow) (Marki) riitliehbraun reddish brown brun-rotig< litre 10 M (Marek) briiunlichrot brownish red rouge-brunitre rotbraun red brown brun-rouge 20 M (Marek) mattgriin pale green vert pile. 5 �ROLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1919 III ~~ 1920/22 -------------------- 5 Mk (Marek) 8 Mk (Marek) braunlila brown lilac lilas-brun hellbraun light brown brun clair Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 1U/18/157 852 1— ■ ■ SCHAUBEK 6 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 15 Mk (Marek) rotlichbraun reddish brown brun-rougeitre <Sp! gg 1021---- ■(*) T. 1910/20 X rot red | rouge * .30 Mk 10 M(arek) braunlichrot brownish red rouge-brunAtre 6 M(arek) blutrot blood red rouge sang 5 M(arek) braunlila brown lilac | lilas-brun (Mark!) IEOCZTA POLSKA] • JO Ovi < (Marti) hellblau | light blue | bleu dal zlegelrot brick red rouge brlque POCZTAPOLSKAI 20 M(arek) mattgriin dull green vert terne (Marek) blauschiefer blue alate ardoise-blcu 25 M (Marek) vlolett violet XYL?. y// <=v SCHAUBEK 7 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1921 ----- 15 Mk (Marik) rotlichbraun reddish brown brun-rougeitre 20 M(arek) mattgriin dull green vert terne Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 Hl .18'157 852 1921 I ----- SCHAUBEK 7 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 300 Mk (Marek) oliv olive 400 Mk (Marek) 500 Mk (Marek) schokoladcn chocolate chocolat dunkellila dark lilac lilas fonce 1 (Marek) hellblau light blue bleu elair (Marek) violettblau violet blue bleu-violet Mt. 20.000 Mtf| 300.000 Mk POLSKAp ! POCZTA 30.000 Mk (Marek) 200.000 Mk 2000 Mk (Marek) (oliv | olive) 19.000 Mk schokoladcn chocolate cbocolat 1000 Mk braunorange brown orange nrnnge-hrun 50.C00 Mk (Marek) (Marek) rot red rouge gelbgrun yellow green vert-jaune 500.000 Mk (Marek) purpurviolett purple vlolr.t violet-pourpre (Marek) 1.000.000 Mk dunkelbra'un dark brown brun fonccl (Marek). rosa rose . rK-2.0Q00j)0n< T. 1021/24 10 MK TY8IECY MK 50,000 25 Mk 10 Mk schleferblau alate blue bleu-ardolse Vlolet/afttnlsoh violet/buH vlolet/ohamola 1924 ----- (X) M K o o M K T. 1922 MK MK 25,000 50000 5 Mk braunllla brown lilac lilas-brun 10 Mk grunlichblau greenish blue bleu-verd&tre Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111; 18 1157 852 20 Mk rot red rouge MK MK SCHAUBEK 8/9 �SCHAUBEK 10/11 Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111 18 157 852 �10 GR(oszy) blaugriin blue green vert-bleu 15 GR(oszy) 20 GR(oszy) purpurilla purple lilac lllas-pourpre oliv olive 30 GR(oszy) 45 GR(oszy) dunkclrot dark red rouge fonee dunkelviolett dark violet violet fonef 1925/27 T. 30 Gr. T. 10 Gr. 2 GR (Groszo) 3 GR (Groszo) olivbraun olive brown brun-olive hellhlau | light blue | bleu claii 20 GR (Groszy) 24 GR (Groizy) rot red rouge preuBischblau Prussian blue bleu do Prusse Type 1025'27 Neue Platte Itedrawn Nouveau tlrage I Wcrtr.dfern von wciC.-r Huie iinirahint | Figures nf value framed by a white line | Clilflres de la valetir entoures d ’une llgne blanche POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 3 GR(oSZ3) heliblau light blue I bleu clalr 5 GR (Groizy) gelbgiiln yellow green vt rt-jauiie 10 GR (Groszy) vlolett violet 15 GR (Groszy) triibrosa dull rose rose terne SCHAUBEK 12/13 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1927/28 ---- 20 GR + GR 5 (Groszyj 25 Groszy blau/gelb blue/vellnw bluu/Jaune riitlichbrnun r<*<lc!ish brown brtin-rollgr litre 1927 ----- 1927 III ----- 40 Gr. (Groszy) blau blue bleu 1928 1927 I — T. 50 Gr. 50 Gr(oszy) graugrun grey greet. vert-gris 1930 I selil.-r. rblau a\ slate blue | ) bleu-ardoiae / ( 15 GR(osry) dunkelblnu dark blue bleu foni'e 25 GR(oszy) 30 GR(oszy) rotbraun red brown brun-rouge lilarot lilac red rouge-lllas 1928 I LSI S I ‘ III tc i-v -fiz SCHAUBEK 14/15 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1932/33 ----- 25 GR(oszy) gelbbraun 30 GR(o«zy) rot red rouge yellow brown brun-Jaunc ------ (x ) T. 1933 I Chai I e nge 1934 30 (Groszy) olivgrun'rot | olive green red | vert-olive/ rouge 1933 1934 ' (X) __________________ T. 1932/33 /blau: ailmlsch\ / blue: buff \ 1 bleu : chamois 1 ■ 2p GR(ony) ' grau grey |grls 1934 ---- (X) 60 (+ 40) GR(oizy) 30 GR(oizy) rotbraun: sllrnisch red brown: buff brun-rouge : chamois rot red|rouge -----------------------------n 1934 ----- (X) POCZTX T. 1933 II 25 gr. Wyst. Filat 1934 Katowice T. 1933 III 25 gr. : 80 GR(oszy) rotbrauii/siiniischschwarzblau red brown buff/black blue brun-rouge chamois/bleu-nolr IBS iifct " 1zl. " : 1.20 Zl(oty) 30e;W£30 dunkelbluu s&misch/rot dark blu -'buff red bleu fond/chamois/rouge SCHAUBEK 16/17 �SCHAUBEK 18/19 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1936 ----1936 ----- (X) 1930 ----- (X) T. 1935/36 GORDON-BENNETT 30. VIII. 1936 55 Gr(ozzy) 30 Gr(oizy) karmin/blau carmine /blue carmin/bku blau/rot blue/red bleu/rouge 1937 ----- 1938 1937 I 30 55 GR(oizy) GR(ozzy) ultramarln ultramarine outre mer lilarot lilac red rouge-bias 1938 39 ---- SCHAUBEK 20/21 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1938 II ---- POCZTA POLSKA 1939 ~~ SCHAUBEK 22/23 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1941 ----- SCHAUBEK 24 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1944 ----- (X) 1944 ---- SCHAUBEK 25 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1945 ----- (X) SCHAUBEK (1953) 26 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1944 — 1945 VI----- 1045 I---- 1045 ----- (X) 1045 II ---- SCHAUBEK 27 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA POCZTA POLSKA 1945 ---- 1945 IV ----- 1945IX ----- IWOffl 1945 vm---- 1945 X1----- 1945 ----- (X) 1945 VII ----- SCHAUBEK 28 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1945 X ----- 1946 ---- (X) 1945 V ----- SCHAUBEK 29 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1946 m ----- tMsaftS jEEnsas 1940 ----- 1946 IV---- 1946 V POLSKA IHEIgUM ZAMEK 1916 I ~~ POLSKA SCHAUBEK (1051) 30 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1948 VI ----- 1946 VH----- 1946 vm----- 1946 XI----- 1947 ---- SCHAUBEK 31 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1947 ----- (X) 1047 -----(X) 1947 ------ (X) 1947 ----- (X) 194G IX ----- 1947 ----- (X) SCHAUBEK (1953) 32 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1947 I ----- SCHAU8EK 33 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA (!© SCHAUBEK 33 * �SCHAUBEK 34 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1947----- 1047 III 1048 XI----- SCHAU0EK 35 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1948 V----- 1948 XIII ----- 1949 ----- IIWWRB-iimOW-ZAOTOmWffl-MAJ-M9 ir rr r* S SCHAUBEK (1933) 1 r- 36 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1040 I --------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------- 1048 XIV----- rs^NMlWll WM POLSKA lotnicza 1948 XV----- 1949 IV----27X1 27X1 . s 27X1 .-i-J4' 1249 £ ; SVZSr >UKA ITA POLSSL 1949 II ---- iPOCZTA POLSKA? :jpottTAPOLSKA? . j 1940 III ----- SCHAU BEK 37 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1950 VII ----- SCHAUBEK 38 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1950 X ---- SCHAUBEK 39 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Marken von 1949 und 1950 Uberstempelt mlt Stamps of 1949 and 1950 handstamped with groszy grOSZy Timbres de 1949 et 1950 surcharges par cachet a main SCHAUBEK (1052) groszy 39 * �SCHAUBEK 40 �5CHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1952 ---- 1952 IV---- jgQMCzraaunoBziN jfffflROCZHICAURODZIN POCZTA POLSKA POCZTAPOLSKA 1952 n ----- POCZTAPOLSKA 1952 III----- SCHAUBEK (1958) 42 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1952 VII ----- 1952 XT----- 1952 X ---- _ DR 3ANA DZIER2ONA U POLSKA 1952 TX----y POLSKA OR JANA OZIERZONA '®lt 1906 POLSKA 1952 XV----- 1952 XV ---- 1952 XIII----- 10 Zl(oty) karniin carmine carmin POCOA POLSKA 1052 XVII---1052 XII ----- SCHAUBEK (1954) 43 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1052 XTX ----- 1052 XXI ---- SCHAUBEK (1954) 44 �SCHAUBEK (11)04) 45 �1053 ITT ---- SCHAUBEK (1055) 46 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1953 XI ---- SCHAUBEK (1955) 47 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1953 XIV---- 1953 XVI ----- 1053 XV ----- SCHAUBEK (1050) 48 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1054 It ----- SCHAUBEK (105(1) 49 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1054 IX ----- SCHAUBEK (1950) 50 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1954 X ----- J9MM-I95M >A< POLSKA / SCHAUBEK (1050) 51 �SCHAUBEK (1950) 52 �SCHAUBEK (105U) 53 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe fur die Briefmarken-Ausstellung Special issue for the Philatelic Exhibition Emission Speciale pour I’Exposition philatelique WARSCHAU 1928 SCHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zum Besuch des Konigs Karol II. von Rumanien Special issue to commemorate the visit of King Charles II of Roumania Emission commemorative de la visite du Roi Charles II de Roumanie Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111 18 157 852 1937 SCHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zum Besuch des Konigs Karol II. von Rumanien Special issue to commemorate the visit of King Charles II of Roumania Emission commemorative de la visite du Roi Charles 11 de Roumanie 1937 SCHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zum Besuch des Konigs Karol II. von Rumanien Special issue to commemorate the visit of King Charles II of Roumania Emission commemorative de la visite du Roi Charles 11 de Roumanie 1937 CG8 Z.Gl/81 III C C i-fr-frlZ SCHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe fur die Briefmarken-Ausstellung Special issue for the Philatelic Exhibition Emission spGciale pour I’Exposition philatelique WARSCHAU 1938 XXJS 8i in ssi-fr-nz SCHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE POLSKA Sonderausgabe fur die Briefmarken-Ausstellung Special issue for the Philatelic Exhibition Emission spGciale pour I’Exposition philatelique WARSCHAU 1938 Rczahnt | perforated | dentelg SCHAUBEK 45 Gr(oszy) 45 Gr(Mzy) 55 Gr(ctzy) 55 Gi(oszy) �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zur 20-Jahrfeier der Republik Special issue to commemorate the 2O‘h Anniversary of Independence Emission commemorative du 20® anniversaire de l’ind6pendance 1938 DOCZNICA ODZYSKANIA NIEPODLEGLOSCI Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 HI 18 157 852 1918-11.XI-1938 SCHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zugunsten eines Stratospharen-Fluges Special issue in advance of a Stratosphere Flight Emission spGciale en faveur d’un vol stratosphGrique 1938 752 III.'18 157 852 P I SCHAUBEK . D O �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zum 25. Grundungstag der Polnischen Legion Special issue to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Founding of Polish Legion Emission commemorative du 25e anniversaire de la fondation de la Ldgion polonaise Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111 18 157 852 1939 SCHAUBEK �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zugunsten des Internationalen Erziehungsamtes Special issue in favour of International Education Office Emission spSciale au profit du Bureau International d’fxducation 1947 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zu Ehren von Kampfern fur Freiheit und Demokratie Special issue to honour Fighters for Liberty and Democracy Emission speciale a I’honneur des combattants pour Hberte et democratic 1948 04322 WARSZAWA - BUDAPEST ♦»2zt SCHAUBEK �SCHAUBEK POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe Polnische Kultur Special issue Polish Culture Emission spdciale Culture de Pologne 1948 BRATAlBfRI 1846 1916 POLSKA POLSKal® 1Ozt I in aHlt-SKlODOWSKAHWHM A.M1CKIEWICZ 1791-1855 POLSKA POLSKA IKultura Polska 43585 62 + 438Z-L �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Sonderausgabe zum PhilatelistenkongreB Special issue for the Philatelic Congress Emission spSciale pour le Congres philatGlique 1951 WSPOLNYM WYSI-LKI EM CA-tEGO NARODU ZBUDUJEMY POLSKE SOCJALISTYCZNA OGawmWWY ZJJAZD) POLSKIEGO ZWI^ZKU FILATELIST0W _________________ WARSZAWA I95I ----------------------- Q 5 ZE SCHAUBEK (1954) �Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 HI/18/157 852 POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA SCHAUBEK D 1 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA SCHAUBEK (1953) D 2 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA JOJ 9 ----- NACHP.-M. ( X > SCHAUBEK P 1 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1921 I ------ NOCHP.-M. 20 (Fanigow) ziegelrot brlque red rouge brlque 30 (Fanigow) ziegelrot brick red rouge brlque 5 4 (Fanigow) (Fanigow) ziegelrot brick red rouge brlque ziegelrot brick red rouge brique 50 (Fonjgow) ziegelrot brick red rouge brlque 100 (Fanigow) 500 (Fanigow) ziegelrot brick red rouge brlque ziegelrot brick red rouge brlque 1921 ----- - (X) NACHP.-M. (=1^.) X schwarz black | noir 20 Mk 20 Mk 35 Mk 6 Mk 10 halerzy 70 halerzy 25 halerzy dunkelrosa dark rose rose fonc6 50 halerzy blauschiefer blue slate ardolse-bleu ultramarin ultramarine outrenier rot |red | rouge S MK (Marek) Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 III/18/157 852 blauschwarz blue black nolr-bleu SCHAUBEK P 2 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1923 ~~ ( X ) HACHP.-M. T. 1921 I 2 MK 20 MK blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu 0 MK blauschwarz blue black noir-bhu 1923/24 ---- blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu hachp.-m. 500 MK (Marek) blauscliwarz bin. black noir-bleu 20000 MK (Marek) blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu 30000 MK (Marek) 50000 MK (Marek) blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu blauschwarz blue black noir-bldu 500000 MK (Marek) 1000000 MK (Marek) blauschwarz • blue black noir-bleu 200000 MK (Marek) blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu 2000000 MK (Marek) blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu 300000 MK Marek) blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu 3000000 MK (Marek) blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 III/18/157 852 blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu 100 000 MK (Marek) blauschwarz blue black noir-bleu SCHAUBEK P 3 �Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 XII/18/157 852 POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA SCHAUBEK P 4 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1934/30~~ (X Jnachp^j. 1938/39 ---- SCHAUBEK nachp.-m. P 5 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA SCHAUBEK (1053) P 6 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA 1950 ---- 1951---- 15 20 GR(oszy) GR(oszy) braunkarmin brown carmine carmin-brun braunkarmin brown carmine carmin-brun 90 GR(oszy) braunkarmin brown carmine carmin-brun SCHAUBEK (1953) P7 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA OBERSCHLESIEN / UPPER SILESIA / HAUTE SILESIE 1022/23 50 Marek schwarzoliv black olive olive-nolr 80 Marek zlegelrot brick red rouge brique 200 Marek ocker ochre ocre 300 Marek hellblau light blue bleu clalr 100 Marek blauviolett blue violet voilet-bleu Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 III/18/157 852 20 Marek viplett violet SCHAUBEK 1 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA FOr das Abstimmungsgebiet / For the plebiscit district / Pour le territoire de plebiscite OSTSCHLESIEN / EASTERN SILESIA / SILESIE ORIENTALE Z t 4 -4 -7 5 2 III/18/157 852 1020 ---- (X) SCHAUBEK 1 �*) Wertziffern von wciPer Llnle umrahmt | Figures of value framed by a white line | Chiffres de la valeur entoures d'une llgne blanche POLEN/ POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA Polnische Post / Polish Post-Office / Bureau de poste Polonais DANZIG / DANTZIG SCHAUBEK 1 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA DANZIG / DANTZIG Polnische Post / Polish Post-Office / Bureau de poste Polonais 1929/30 ---- (>;)') T. 1920 I PORT GDANSK 25 GR (Groszy) 10 GR (Gioszy) griin green :5 GR (Groszy) dunkelviolett dark violet violet fonce lilabraun lilac brown brun-lllas vert 1033 ----- <*> ’) 1930 — (X)1) 1 1934---- (X)‘) T. 1932/33 PORT GDANSK Gr(oszy) 15 Gr(oizy) griin green vert lilarosa lilac rose rose-lilas 10 : 5 Gr(oszy) Illa lilac Idas 1930 ---- (X) PORT GDANSK PORT GDANSK 15 Gr'(oszy) 25 Gr(o»y) griinllchblau/schwarz greenish blue/black bleu-vcrdiltre/nolr schwarzblau/schwarz black blue/black bleu-noir/noir 1931----- (X) >) T. 1928 I T. 1937 T. 1937 PORT GDANSK PORT GDANSK 5 Gr(oszy) : 15 GR (Groszy) dunkellila/scliwarz dark lilac/black Illas fonc£/noir ultramarln ultramarine outremer PORT GDANSK 15 Gr(oszy) braunrot/schwarz brown red/black rougc-brun'noir 1938 ---- SBC 15 Gr(oszy) rotbraun red brown brun-rouge SCHAUBEK 25 Gr(oszy) violett violet 55 Gr(oszy) blau blue bleu 2 �POLEN ' POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA MITTELLITAUEN / CENTRAL LITHUANIA / LITHUANIE CENTRALE LITWA SRODKOWA 1920----- 1921 ----- Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 III/18/157 852 1921 SCHAUBEK 1 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA MITTELLITAUEN / CENTRAL LITHUANIA / LITHUANIE CENTRALE LITWA SRODKOWA 1920 ---- T. 1920 25 F(enigi) zlegelrdt brick red rouge-brlque 1 M(arka) blau blue bleu 2 M(arki) vlolctt violet 1921 ---- T. 1920 25 F(anigi) 1 M(arka) 2 M(arki) dunkelgrlin dark green vert fonc6 dunkelbrnun dark brown brun foncd ocker ochre ocro 1921 ---- SCHAUBEK 1 * �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA MITTELLITAUEN / CENTRAL LITHUANIA / LITHUANIE CENTRALE LITWA SRODKOWA 1021 ---- (X)________________ T. 1920 , NA SLASK 2 ' M : 25 F(eniCi) rot/grOn red/green rouge/vert 2*5 F(enigi) grfln/rot green/red vert/rouge 1921 ---- fxl T. 1921 * 1 i M(arka) braun/rot brown/red brun/rougc i M(arka) blau/rot blue/red bleu/rouge 2 M(arki) 2 M(irki) vlolett/rot violct/rcd violet/rouge ocker/rot ochre/red ocre/rouge 1921 ---- (X) 1921 II ---- T. 1921 T. 1921 noa O 1 M 1 M HF 2 M + 2 M(arki) 2 M(aiki) 4 M(arki) 10 M(arki) 4 M(arki) lila/rot lilac/red lllas/rouge Illa lilac Illas oliv/gelblicb olive/yellowish olive/jaunlltre braun/gelb brown,yellow brun/Jaunc oliv/gelb'rot olive/yellow red olive'jaune/rge. 1921 I ---- Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 I1I/J8/157 852 L SCHAUBEK 2 �SCHAUBEK 2 * Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111/18/157 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA MITTELLITAUEN / CENTRAL LITHUANIA / LITHUANIE CENTRALE Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 111/18/157 852 LITWA SRODKOWA SCHAUBEK P 1 �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA MITTELLITAUEN / CENTRAL LITHUANIA / LITHUANIE CENTRALS LITWA 8RODKOWA Z L 4 -4 -7 5 2 III/J8/157 852 1021 — W»CHI»^M, SCHAUBEK P 1 * �POLEN / POLAND / POLOGNE / POLSKA POLNISCHES KORPS / POLISH LEGION / CORPS POLONAIS 1018 ---- (X) X scliwarz black | noir K 35 K K 50 K 1 Kop(eke) 2 Kopfeken) 3 Kop('eken) grOn green vert rot red rpuge gelb yellow jaune 1918 Pol. Korp. R 1 R ■ (X) X schwarz black | noir K. 10 K. K. 35 K. K 50 K R 1 R 3 Kop(«k*n) 1 Kop(oke) 2 Kop(eken) 3 Kop(eken) gelb yellow jaune griin green vert rot red rouge ZL 4 -4 -7 5 2 111/18/157 852 rot rod rouge SCHAUBEK 1 ��� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Collection of Polish Stamps Scrapbook, appraised ca 1980 Description An account of the resource A scrapbook containing a collection of Polish stamps, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Stajka of Sheatown, Pennsylvania to the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. Received by Julie Znaniecki and appraised by Irwin Weinberg through effort of Anne Urbanski, Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mr and Mrs. Raymond Strajka owned the stamp collection and donated it to the Polish Room Committee on May 1, 1980. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1980 May 1 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Scrapbook https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/5415ca2acc041f0b32fb5ae050faf508.pdf 8374c7a647b17d0a13db61237467394d PDF Text Text ' 'i Q. U& fas Qt 4 tert/m^jc ^//Jcpy Fcf,^ �'4 fyfck A1An Q ft £> fAS »Vx H£>l>^aX^at �1981- Tatra Mts. - 2 Legendary Figures - Janosik and Twardowski �■■■ �1993 - Folk Art - Weaving ggfclfm S’./'; .’ £ �WEAVING ?n1?h^Si^ereS^ in w?vaV:Lag crafts has a lonS tradition, dating back i?4-hh?An6tM SentJry° ?he Uagiellonian Dynasty furnished the Wawel Gastie with 260 silk and wool tapestries, the only collection of correlated tapestries m the world, including the Deluge and Noah, and Adam and Eve. Klng4biSlsm^^Augustus ordered them from the Flemish in Belgium. When started in 1959, they were shipped to England, then to Canada. However due to confiscation by the Nazi, only 136 remain. The Potocki family arms were woven into luxurious "Polish rug"Which has become the jewel of a major S.A. collection. A southeastern Polish xactory produced kilims and wall-coverings into the 20th century, The craft started in peasant huts. The technique is older than that of Western tapestries or of Eastern knitted carpets. Dating from early medieval, settlements, such as Opole and Gdansk, striped and check fabric were made,similar to those made today. Although the Prussians tried for 175 years to destroy Polish Fold art in the Warmia and Mazury regions of North Poland, the art survived. The greatest center for folk weaving is in central and eastern Pol and in in the Lowicz and Durpie regions, where traditional folk costumes have also been preserved. In 1901 the Polish Applied Arts Society was founded in Dradow to study peasant crafts, including weaving. Since Poland’s rebirth in 1918 There has been a revival of hand-made textiles. Because artists wished to give a national character to them they studied Polish peasant art and learned to use raw materials-wool,flax, and hemp- as well as varied colors and textiresand designs-geometric, foliaated, or figured. From 1926 to 1959 members of the Warsaw Co-op society (LAD) used native raw material excusively in kilims. Workshops and art schools were set up exculsively for the production of kilims. With the rebirth of industrial art, gobelins were re-introduced after a century of neglect. Kilim is the name for handwoven woolen rugs. Noted for the beauty of their designs and texture, they have been used as hangings or fruniture covers, rather than floorcovering. Presently Polamd has witnessed a remarkable revival of this ancient folk craft. Knotted and tufted hand-woven carpets have become popular.Using native wool, vivid colors, stylized floral and animal motifs, they are patterned after Grodno peasant rugs. As in the Middle Ages, sometimes one artist, or a collabaoration of several, combine their craftsmanship to produce one masterpiece. Three ma^or types of textile art include 5 flat pieces, constructed on the loom with all the conventional techniques? non-woven pieces constru­ cted with a large variety of techniques-including knitting, crocheting and macrame; and the latest three-dimentsional pieces woven off the loom created with techniques devised by individual artist. Once regarded as a craft, weaving has now been elevated to a new art form by Poland artists. The Communist regime has established weaving centers, folk art cooperatives. In the Olstyn and Mazury cooperatives, traditional motifa a?e still useS. These hLdsome rugs, throws, and tapestries are wideiy sold in the Cepelia Cooperatives, stores, in Poland and exported ah. oad. New York City and San Francisco are the two Cepelia centers m the United States. ��1992 - “New World, Old Customs” Theater-H. Modjeska �1992 „r7-;.,"0RLD/0LD COLTURES: Theme - Wilkes U. Polish Room HELENA MODJESKA- Shakespearean Star. Helena Modjeska (Modrzejewska) was termed by some the g<e^est. actress ln the world* Her time was the latter half of the nineteenth and the beginning of the twentieth century. She was endowed by nature with all of the attributes to accomplish this: a beautiful stately appearance; a wonderful voice that immediately merged her to the character she portrayed and a complimentary magnetic personality that united her, the character she portrayed and the audience into one entity. She was attracted to acting at the age of 7 after witnessing her first play and was strongly supported and encouraged by her family. Professionally she was a strict disciplinarian and worked hard every day of her life to perfect her art. She was born on October 12, 1840 in the city of Cracow into a large, artistically oriented, family. Her mother, also a beautiful woman, was married twice, having seven children by her first husband, Jan Benda, and after being widowed, three more by Jan Opid. Helena was product of the second marriage. Helena's career was launched by a close family friend of entrepreneurial talent, Gustov Sinnmayer, who later became, though he was much older, her husband. Helena herself gave birth two children out of wedlock. The first, before her marriage, a son, Rudolph (Ralph), survived to make a name for himself, and after her marriage, a daughter, Marylka, who lived but for 3 years, both sired by her lover, Igo Neufeld. It was during her marriage she adopted Madjeska as her name and it was under this name that her career was born in the city of Cracow where she achieved stardom. She played all of the major cities of Poland with her popularity increasing with each performance. She parted peaceably from her husband in 1865. In 1866 at her appearance in Poznan the huge audience of 5,000 attracted the attention of the German police and the friction between them and attending Polish patriots resulted in a riot from which she luckily escaped harm. She came to America as a famous actress and in contrast to the other two contemporary continental born stage stars, Bernhardt and Duse, she not only stayed and became a citizen but she topped them by her Shakespearean performances. Adding to her immense popularity with Polonia of the United States was her unabashed Polish patriotism and in this she did much to help the Polish cause of freedom. She was intimate with the famous people of the time and in a return to Poland in 1884 at the Zakopane resort center she met young Paderewski and not only helped him financially but gave his career the needed boost by lending her name to the billing of one of his first major performances. They, sharing the same vital interests, were friends for life, and in the states and elsewhere, their paths criss-crossed and they frequently visited. In addition to all of the major cities of the Europe and the states, she made special appearances at all of the Polonia cities in the US. She made two appearance in Wilke-Barre, Pa, in 1891 as Mary Stuart at the Music Hall (later the Sterling Hotel) and 1906 as Lady Macbeth at the r-Nesbitt Hail. Her last performance was at the Philharmonia Auditorium in Los Angeles on Jan 12, 1909. She took sick with Bright's disease on March 16 and died on April 8, 1909 at her home on Bay Island, Newport Beach, Ca. After a requiem Mass in the Los Angeles Cathedral her body was stored in a crypt and a hundred days after her death it was shipped by rail and boat across the ocean to her place of birth, Cracow, where the ceremony of her interment, echoed in parts of the United States, rose to celebratory status. Some epithets are quoted: "She passed as an angel upon the Polish firmament of art and genius, showering the lightening of it on both hemispheres. Queen of the dramatic arts ; illustious queen, rest in peace after your labor, your trials and triumphs."- and on her tombstone, "By her art she elevated the mind and refreshed the heart." Her son Ralf, a resident of Chicago, USA achieved fame as a bridge designer of 33 structures which included the San Francisco-Oakland Bay bridge and the Ben Franklin bridge of Philadelphia. Her nephew Walter Benda gained fame as an magazine illustrator and designer of famous face masks, one of which, the head of Jesus, graces the Polish Room of Wilkes University of Wilkes-Barrre, Pa. �1981 Tatra Mts. - Zakopane - a Ski Resort f Iltlxfa'A ■SSKiM.* I lF^- W ■J***'* nm ■8 IS �—. ~=—L^2 jj Janosik Janosik, born in 1688, lived in the foothills of the Tar™o y°UnOn?d’ k cared/or the sheep and was f good student AS a Placed a hot , ’ di?2?Vered himtest his courag^tSly urge to sc an ThatfotCh^‘ M?oueh “ Pained , he resisted the 7 S SL 2? 2 -therefore, they endowed him with magical powers. hatchet. With1*!+^2 nnni2 -^a^f * a mountaineer’s long-handled eat mountain mt -> 2 c?u-1-d cu^ through the dense forest, climb the steep(but never nine') Tn Is?zen lakes,and chop through eight doors at a time and' tnfiv •F^1^12n+L1^ &ave him the power to jump three miles at a time and to fly through the air like the wind gave htm0torstrlne?heoiVetenmmtn^aSS‘StUdded lt3ide leather belt -that lhe last sister fashioned a Goral costume for him- embroidered creamy wool trousers,white shirt,red cape, mocassins, and a tall red hat ,topped with an eagle s feather. Q , 4.u?efore 1i90 the Tatras were filled with the King's hunting parties and t&e peasants were a happy lot. Later, under the Hapsburgs, the ’ reduced serfdomCalling themselves Kuruci or Cru° k UP ?ri?S aSamst the Hapsburgs. Janosik joined them. In 1/08 they were defeated and Janosik was taken prisoner. Those who estne mountains became highwaymen^and robbed rich caravansoUpon s £eleasejoined the Outlaws and became their leader. The costumes of these eleven lads included lambskin coats, spangled caps, green shirts, red trousers,and embroidered jerkins. In their toide belt were two knives and over their shoulders were slung rifles. lhe very mention of Janosik put fear into the hearts of rich merm a^2s.and ^aeir caravans, magnates, judges,&bishops passing through the mountains• England's Robin Hood, Janosik and his Outlaws felt justified in robbing the wealthy and giving to the poor- but, always, keeping some for themselves. There are so many stories or tales about them ,they fill a big book. ’ J Twardowski Once there was a nobleman named Twardowski who had spent all of his money on the pleasures of life. He thought for a long time about finding a way to get rich again without working. Finally he went out to look for the Devil. Anyone who seeks the Devil is sure to find him. “Well, Pan Devil,” said Twardowski, “what ’ will you give me for my soul?” The Devil laughed. “I get the souls of many noblemen for nothing,” he said, “but I will give you whatever you want — for ashort time.” I have been planning a trip to Rome,” Twardowski told the Devil. “You must agree not to take my soul until I am in Rome.” The Devil argued. but he finally agreed and made Twardowski sign a contract using his own blood for ink. The contract said that Twardowski would get whatever he wanted, but that when he was in Rome the Devil would get him. After they had both signed their names, Twardowski said, “Now I have changed my plans. I will never go to Rome, so now I shall live forever!” t The angry Devil had to keep his bargain and Twardowski annoyed him day and night with all sorts of difficult orders. One thing he demanded was a giant rooster to ride upon. Twardowski had become rather stout because he loved rich foods and he was sight to see, traveling about on his rooster with his great moustache and a bag of the Devil’s gold, wasting money and boasting to everyone that he had outwitted the very Devil himself. ’ , , However, nobody can cheat the Devil for long. One day he invited Twardowski to an inn where the food was wonderfully good. When the nobleman had 'ea|en his fill, the Devil said “lam glad that you enjoyed your dinner, because it was your last.” Then he pointed out the window to a sign on the front of the inn. In those days, as today, hotels had names, and this one was called. “Rome”. Twardowski knew then that he had been tricked. He was in “Rome.” A nobleman must always keep his word though, so he did not struggle when the Devil grabbed him like a sack of grain, and dragged him up through the chimney on his way to Hell. As they flew over the moon Twardowski felt truly sorry for his useless life. He wanted to pray but could not remember any prayers, so he sang a little hymn his mother had taught him. To Twardowski s surprise, the Devil vanished and the nobleman found himself falling through space! By good fortune he landed on the surface of the moon, where he remains to this very day. with no good times to enjoy and no one to whom he can boast of his cleverness. , , ��WILKES COLLEGE POLISH ROOM COMMITTEE PARRISH HALL — SOUTH RIVER STREET WILKES-BARRE. PENNSYLVANIA POLI S H SETTLERS /9^- SALUTE ITS I N L_U^Z ERNE C 0 U N T Y BICENTENNIAL As the earliest Polish immigrantsAreached America, the land of the Free, their first stop was at Castle Garden. Later immigrants entered through Ellis Island. For the last 100 years they welcomed the sight of the.Statue of Liberty, the personification of freedom freedom of religion, language, press and government. It was for these very reasons that they had left Poland. Most of the earliest settlers had migrated from Prussia-Poland at a time when.their country was divided among Prussia, Austria-Hungary, and Russia. They left Poland to escape political and religious oppres­ sion, conscription into foreign military service, the banning of the Polish language in churches and schools, and the confiscation of their properties by the three foreign powers occupying their homeland. The suppression of their Catholic faith by Bismarck precipitated the emigration from German-controlled Poland. They came to Luzerne County because they had heard about the booming coal industry in this region. Coal company agents met them in Nev; York, directed them to the trains that transported them to this area. Baptismal documents record dates as early as 185^. Of the three places they first settled - Hudson, Miners Mills and Nanticoke Nanticoke increased its numbers most rapidly. By 1870 there were 100 Polish settlers in Nanticoke. They endured bad working condi­ tions, low wages and hostility because of their "strange" religion, language, customs and traditions: By attending night school classes these Polish newcomers gradually overcame the language barrier and in a short time became naturalized citizens. Dearest to a Pole is his home and his church. Prior to 18?^ they were visited by a Jesuit Missionary from Chicago, who performed Baptisms which were recorded in St. Nicholas Church, Wilkes-Barre. Because Poles understood and spoke German, they attended St. Nicholas Church. In 187^ they decided to build their own Polish Church, a humble wooden building and named it St. Stanislaus Church, located in Nanticoke. It was the first Polish church in both Luzerne and Lacka­ wanna Counties. It was serviced by two succeeding missionaries until 1877 when Rev. I, B. Gramlewicz, who had also fled from Poland, arrived. This Polish church attracted Polish neighbors from Mocanaqua, Glen Lyon, Sugar Notch, Miners Mills, Plymouth and Pittston, all anxious to hear Mass in their native tongue. Father Gramlewicz helped organize ���1980- Ku.io of Minonk. were hung on a portraitsand of Chopin, PaderewBKX, * ttine. An orl lnol loren. Portraits of flowered Chopin, Paderewski, * Ee ££d drape in a living roomgetting d”rB^-s "Krfkowi^i" were on either side. Two towion Polish -anoer and Benda a -akowiabi^ were^ and record -11 aa a piano and violin. A front table display was used for the first time. ��1985 \ HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS y. BALL AND CHRISTMAS The Wilkes University Polish Room booth displays three Holidays:- Christmas - Boze Narodzenia, Easter - Wielkanoc and the Harvest Festival - Dozynki (Autumn). Following the the order ordained by the novelist, Reymont, the autumn festival is first. The peasants after working long and hard throughout the long spring and hot summer to bring in the produce of the land now celebrate and enjoy the fruits of their labor. They begin in procession by carrying wreaths and baskets of flowers, food and fruit to the manor house where the lord of the manor, accompanied by musician, usually violins and accordians, greet them. At the door they hand the master the gifts who in turn invites them into the manor to celebrate by sharing in the gifts of the harvest with singing and dancing into the wee hours of the morning. Winter - ziema- in Poland means Christmas and it is cold, bleak and damp. The four weeks of Advent are spent in prayers and preparation for the main event. Besides the rigorous house cleaning, it is a time of intense activity. The special foods are prepared and the Christmas gifts are gathered and wrapped; ornaments for the CHristmas tree and home decoration are made and everything begins to sparkle. It is a time of joyful expection for the children - and they are not disappointed. On December 6th, when Saint Nicholas puts in an appearance, they are given a preview of the main event. Apart from sweets and gifts, mundane items such as egg shell are miraculously transformed into birds, animals and other objects. Christmas officially begins on December 24th when the first star appears. This event is celebrated with a feast called the Wigilia (vigil). A lighted candle is placed in the window to guide the Holy Family and at an elaborately prepared table the family members begin with the breaking and sharing of bread with each other; unleavened wheat wafers, imprinted with scenes of the nativity, in a warm spirit of reconciliation and hearty good wishes.The bread is called oplatki. After this they sit and share an elaborate but meatless meal consisting of barscz (red beet soup),herrings, fish, potatoes, cheese pirogis (dumplings), mushrooms, cabbage and fruit compote, followed by dessert: sweet breads (babka) - poppy seed and nuts, cakes and cookies. The participants must be of even number. After the meal it is time to view the Christmas tree and share the presents; to sing Christmas Carols. This is indeed a joyful and exciting occasion. In the poorer rural areas in which the rooms of the homes are too small to hold a full size Christmas tree, the tops of the tree is cut and suspended from the ceiling. Everybody celebrates! Finally it is time to attend Midnight Mass, a beautiful and special celebration. In the darkened church the choir begins to sing and as the lighting is dramatically increased, it reveals a procession with the Priest carrying the Holy Babe to be placed in the manger. If it can be managed, trumpets and even full orchestras accompany the organ and choir. After Mass, while going home, carols are sung and the greetings continue among the friends and neighbors. (Easter will be described on a separate poster.) �1986 BICENTENNIAL OF LUZERNE COUNTY �POLISH SETTLERS IN LUZERNE COUNTY SALUTE ITS BICENTENNIAL As the earliest Polish immigrants reached America, the land of the Free, their first stop was at Castle Garden. Lat^r immi|Xts entered through Ellis Island For the last 100 years they welcomed f-eedomhof°reli?innat^e °f Uberty’ the Personification of freedom i^eedom of religion, language, press and government. Jh!SLYery fe^ons that they had left Poland. Most of settlers had migrated from Prussia-Poland at a time ThAv^oS pa? divJded Prussia, Austria;Hungary, and y Poland to escape political and religious oppres­ sion, conscription into foreign military service, the banning of the Polisn language m churches and schools, and the confiscation of their properties by.the three foreign powers occupying their homeland. The suppression of their Catholic faith by Bismarck precipitated the emigration from German-controlled Poland. whL Russiah They came to Luzerne County because they had heard about the booming c°al industry in this region. Coal company agents met them in New York, directed them to the trains that transported them to this area. Baptismal documents record dates as early as 1854. Cf the three places they first settled - Hudson, Miners Mills and Nanticoke increased numbers most rapidly. By 1870 there were 100 Polish settlers in Nanticoke. They endured bad working condi­ tions, low wages and hostility because of their "strange" religion, language,.customs and traditions. By attending night school classes these Polish newcomers gradually overcame the language barrier and in a short time became naturalized citizens. Dearest to a Pole is his home and his church. Prior to 1874 they were.visited by a Jesuit Missionary from‘Chicago, who performed Baptisms which were recorded in St. Nicholas Ch' jch, Wilkes-Barre. Because Poles understood and spoke oemu opuae German vj-exuiajx, they attended St. Nicholas Church. 7In 18?4_they .. . . . . to build their own Polish Church, a decided humble wooden building and named it St. Stanislaus Church, locate'd in Nanticoke. It was the first Polish church in both Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties. It was serviced by two succeeding missionaries until 137? when Rev. I. B. Gramlewicz, who had also fled from Poland, arrived. This Polish church attracted Polish neighbors from Mocanaqua, Glen Lyon, Sugar Notch, Miners Mills, Plymouth and Pittston, all anxious to hear Mass in their native tongue. Father Gramlewicz helped organize committees to build neighboring churches which he then administered, namely; St. Mary's, Plymouth - St. Adalbert’s, Glen Lyon - St. Joseph's Slovak, Nanticoke. Rev. Gramlewicz served 33 years until his death in 1910. The ever-increasing Polish population in Luzerne County necessitated the establishment of new Polish churches to accommodate them. By 1910 there were 20 Polish churches in Luzerne County (listed.chronologically on a separage sheet). A Chicago paper noted that no other part of the United States can boast of so many Polish parishes as actually exist in Luzerne County today. These early settlers were then able to worship in their native language and preserve their church customs and traditions on Holy Days Polish parents laid great stress on education . At first, classes were conducted in church basements by the organists. Later schools were built and taught first by the Holy Family Sisters of Nazareth, Here they the Felician Sisters and later by the Bemardine Sisters were taught not only the basic academic skills, but to love, honor, and respect *God, man, and country. In 1892 the first Polish Public Library was established in Nanticoke. By 1928 one Polish family in Nanticoke had sent 14 children to college.' Besides the church societies, fraternal and benevolent associations of national scope were formed. They kept alive the religious and cultural traditions of the homeland as well as protected them from the discrimination and prejudices they encountered. These early Polish pioneers in Luzerne County worked to preserve and contribute to our Nation many precious religious, moral, cultural' and and'’-economic “economic attributes. Together, they also fostered and promoted an intense love of freedom, a sustaining belief in American democracy and the extension of those ideals throughout the world. These attributes are a large part of our lives today. The Poles and all the other many nationalities fit into this beautiful Mosaic that is "America". , Gratitude is expressed to those enterprising Polish pioneers who settled Luzeme County; to the Clergy and Sisters who contributed so much to the development and growth of the county, with their deep faith, sacrifices and perseverance. �^7. “Cplehratinq Heritage" Curie and Copernicus �^r^lPhratlnq Heritage’’Curie and Copernicus �University'^at^the^lfith1^ SC?’EJJTISTS'' an exhibit by The Polish Room Committee of Wilkes p™y at the 16th Annual Luzerne County Folk Festival, October 17-20. 1991. Nicolaus CouernT^Z And m° thec^ic' we celebrate our scientific heritage in commemorating ment of science Sklodowska Curie' toth of whom broke new ground in the advance- MIKOLAJ KOPERNIK (COPERNICUS) (1473 - 1543), After a life long series of observations and heliocentric theory of our solar system. At a time when all men work h 2tood still and the sun and planets revolved around it, Copernicus' niran qvJ!^rY' but ?ld not become universally accepted until the 18th century. The Coper ChanJsd man s V1SW of himself in the universe. One of the most versatile men of ctnidior Y33 oremost a*1- astronomer, but also a churchman, physician, economist, statesman, , - if' ?ainter' P°2t and mathematician. Born in Torun, Poland and educated at the famous °niaa University in Crakow in mathematics and astronomy, he proceeded to travel throughout Europ_ to study canon law, the Greek language, and medicine. By 1505, he was a canon, physician, an .^sonal °ecrretary to his uncle, Bishop L. Watzelrod, and an advisor to three Polish kings. in 1020, as commander in chief of Olsztyn, he fought the Knights of the Teutonic Order. At the request of Sigismund I, King.of Poland, he participated in currency reforms and was the first to clearly formulate the economic principle of 'bad money driving out good', which later became known.as Gresham's Law through an error by a 19th century economics writer. During all these activities, ecpemicus made his own astronomical instruments, repeated measurements of the planetary positions, the stars and eclipses, developed his own trigonometry and finally publish­ ed his monumental work, De Revolutionibus Orbium Coelestium, of which he did not see the first printed copy until the day of his death. His great contribution lies in laying the groundwork for a systematic planetary theory leading to the triumphs of Kepler and Newton. He is consi­ dered one of the pioneers of modern thought and initiators of modem science. MARIE SKLODOWSKA CURIE (1867 - 1934) was a Polish physicist, chemist and toggether with her husband Pierre Curie, a co-discoverer of radium. One of five children, Marie was born in Warsaw, the capitol of Poland. First attending a private girls boarding school, she later graduated with a gold medal from her high school. Educated in the laboratories of the Museum of Industry and Agriculture, she trained herself in chemical analysis and became acquainted with research work. Later she came to Paris to study at the Faculte des Sciences, and was granted 'licentiate' in physics and mathematics. She met her husband there, a French physicist and professor, who shared her affection and interest in scientific work, and bi­ cycling. After the discovery of radioactivity by Antoine Henri Becquerel in 1896, Marie chose to continue this investigation for her doctorate, testing most of the known chemical elements for radioactivity. Thorium and uranium were the only ones, though uranium (in pitchblende ore) was much more radioactive than expected. In 1897, the Curie's first daughter, Irene, was born. By 1898, Pierre and Marie had the answer to the uranium puzzle by isolating the new element polonium, which they named after Marie's birthplace. Simultaneouly, by breaking down barium chloride, they discovered another radioactive substance which they called radium. After four years and eight tons of processed pitchblende ore they isolated a gram of pure radium salts and determined the atomic weights of radium and polonium. In 1903, Marie received her doctoral degree in physical sciences, and in recognition of their discovery, she and her husband shared the 1903 NOBEL PRIZE IN PHYSICS with Becquerel. Pierre then studied the physical properties of the emitted rays and, convinced of their therapeutic value, he presented several important papers before physicians and demonstrated the healing powers of the rays on skin disorders. After Pierre's death in an accident in 1906, Marie succeeded him as head of the physics depart­ ment at the Sorbonne in Paris, the first woman to hold such a position in a French University. Continuing her research, she won the 1911N0BEL PRIZE IN CHEMISTRY for isolating pure metallic radium. She was assisted, after 1918, by Irene, who later married the physicist Frederic Joliot (and who, with her husband was awarded the 1935 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the discovery of artificial radioactivity). Up to 1956, Madame Curie was the only person to have won two Nobel prizes. Madame Curie was instrumental in founding the Radium Institute in Paris in 1912, directing its physiochemical department until her death at over 66 years of age. During World War I, she organized a mobile radiographic (x-ray) unit and took it to the battlefront, where she fre­ quently operated it herself, examining the wounded and training assistants. From 1918 to 1934, she investigated the radioactivity of polonium, actinum and ionium. Her efforts and direct aid enabled the Radiological Laboratory in Poland to develop research on radioactivity, and the Radium Institute of Warsaw to be created in 1932, which utilized.the healing properties of. radium to protect health and save human lives. Marie S. Curie died of .leukemia in France in 1934 after prolonged exposure to radioactive substances. Widely acclaimed, her work and several writings formed the foundation for the science of radioactivity, developing a uniform view on the structure of matter and subsequently opened up the nuclear era.to the world. The story of her life has been told by her younger daughter, Eve, in Madame Curie, published in 1937. During the days of the Warsaw uprising, Marie's home in Warsaw was the command post of the People's Army District and 100 years after Marie's birth, the house at 16 Freta Street was dedicated as a museum devoted to her memory and remains in the care of the Polish Chemical Society, of which she was a co-founder. �1990 - Salute to Freedom - L. Walesa �SALUTE TO FREEDOM LECH WALESA Symbolized by the person of Lech Walesa, the Polish Labor leader, together with his colleagues Jurczyk, Walmtonowicz, Gwiazda, Bogdin, Kolodzie and others, it is very fitting that the labor organization known as "NSZZ Solidarnosc", popularily known as "Solidarity", beginning in the 1980's, spearheaded the thrust that eventually brought about the demise of Eastern Communism. Apart from establishing its empire in eastern Europe, the obliteration of Poland was the primary aim of the Soviets. Following the disavowal of promises made at Yalta at the end of World War II by Soviet Premier, Jozef Stalin, Russia was well prepared to carry out this destruction by putting in place, intact, a Communist Puppet Polish Government consisting of renegade Poles (schooled in Russia) called the Lublin government, abolishing open elections, mandating a single Communist party in Poland and instituting a reorganization of the Polish economy for the sole benefit of the Soviets. Needless to say these measures were met with opposition on the part of the Poles both within and without the Polish boundries. This took the form of clandestine publications, numerous organization of protest, ridicule and sabotage. In contrast to the way the Russians ruthlessly met opposition in other bloc countries there was a strange element of forbearance towards the Poles in that the Roman Catholis Church was left intact, and other institutions related to the economy and ownership of private property were not seriously molested. Again there were Poles, part of the Polish Communist government, ostensibly die hard communists who were intrinsically Polish patriots. The Poles termed them as radishes, red on the outside but pure white on the inside. But the big factor, not known to the world at large, was the inherent weakness and the internal rotteness of the Soviet system and the unabashed declaration on the part of the Poles of their willingness to engage in violent opposition. This was clearly illustrated in the event of the Poznan uprising which took place in 1956 The opposition of the Poles was clear and overt and when the Russians threatened force, the Poles responded with a willingness to engage in violence. The result was that the Russians backed down. There was a reorganization of the Communist regime in Poland with the result that Polish leaders, previously incarcerated were released with a measure of economic relief being granted to the Poles. From here there was no turning back, and the opposition of the Poles became more intense. This inspired other countries of the Soviet bloc, Hungary and Czechoslovakia, to imitate Poland but with disaterous result due to the violent intervention of the Soviet army. In the 1980's and following, Polish opposition took the form of labor action with strikes and even violence with like reaction on the part of the Communists. But there was no regression, some of the other factors contributing to the success of the Polish opposition was the strength of the Roman Catholic Church and the unity of organized labor- Solidarity. Other factors contributing to the success of the Polish movement were the elevation of Carol Wotyla, a Pole, as the Pope of Rome, the ineptness of Soviet opposition, and the selection of a wise and prudent man as the premier of Russia, Michal Gorbachev. He, with his policies of glosnost and peristroyka, the weakness of the Soviet system was acknowledged and the Soviets, peaceably, withdrew from all of its spheres of influence and Poland, together with the other Warsaw Pact countries were finally f ree ! —------1990 �177^ YFAgS frf P«M»* �1983 - Regional Dances of Poland �/qf3-fiances of Poland " ^?li?h ^”ericans eaught up in the ‘ethnic identity crisis'of our P C\ r.$“r heritage has enlisted their interest more than folk dancing." of eve?5’ ^/^nlficant a» aspect of Polish life as eating and drinking, is a part y social gathering demanding participation from children and adults alike. it is woven into the fabric of community and life; for the Pile, dance exists to express emotions, tell stories and celebrate important events." The dances portrayeQ are still traditionally performed at family celebrations and at seasonal festivi les in Poland; in the U.S., they are performed by Polish American youth groups, some groups having been established for forty odd years. dav Polish folk dancing can be divided into two categories; regional and national dances and, of course, have been influenced by foreign contact. Often a song existed first and a dance evolved from it. The oldest formations were dances in circles or lines, later musical accompaniment enhanced the dance. Ethnographers currently recognize five national Polish dances: the stately POLONEZ or chodzony, elegant and firey MAZUR from the Mazowsze region, martial-like KRAKOWIAK (Krakow), romantic and sentimental KUJAWIAK (Kujawy region), and the exuberant, acrobatic OBEREK(Central Poland). One of the most well-known dances, the POLONEZ, was adapted by the Polish nobility in the Seventeenth Century. A processional dance, the earliest peasant form, WIELKOPOLSKA, was danced only by men. When danced by the king and his court, the nobility would take their places in line according ti rank and proceed with all aristocratic carriage, elegance and grace throughout the palace and gardens. Regional variations of the dance abound; near Krakow the dance is known as the WIELKI, the first dance at any special event and the KRAKOWIAK (Maly) was always the last. An excellent description of the POLONEZ can be found in "Pan Tadeusz" by Adam Mickiewicz. There are ar least fifty variant regional costumes of Poland and many more the number of songs and aances. The proper folk costumes, because of their color, cut, or material construction, lend themselves to particular dance steps. Different beats of music for different regions have evolved, the most charac­ teristic dances coming from Central rolana with a 3/4 or 3/b beat, from the Province of Mazowsze (Mazoviaj; tne OBEREK, KUJAWIAK, and MAZun. Pomorze (pomerania) in the north has another distinctive characteristic dance due to tne influence of the Kaszuby fishermen. The most ancient dance fX-ras are found in the provinces of wielkopoiska and Clask (Silesia;. In the Podhale region, the melody was often improvised on tne spot by one dancer, wno would sing his tune to tne musicians who would play it, then he would lead the other couples around the rocia with his partner until another dancer sug­ gested a tune. The music of the national dances travelled to the royal courts, became fashionable throughout Europe and through the ages was even performed in the White House. The music of the dances has been threaded through the great music of Chopin, and the PULONEZ, especially, MAZUR, and KRAKOWIAK have impressed many for­ eign composers and has penetrated into opera .and ballet, western European dance­ masters have created new ballroom dances molded after Polish themes <Mazourka and Polka-Mazourka). Dance in Poland has kept the polish spirit of nationality alive in divisive times and there is an increasing effort to retain the custom in spite of industri­ alization and modernization. M. Pack & A. Dziewanowska polish Heritage further reading about Polish dance and costumes can be found in "Costumes & Dances of Poland" by Martin A. Pack, available at this exhibit, or through The Polish Room Committee. �CRAFTS OF THE TATRAS i * �ZAKOPANE- THE TATRAS- THEME OF WILKES U. POLISH ROOM Zakopane a city situated in the heart of the Tatra mountains which forms the southern boundary of Poland is the most popular year-round resort featuring skiing in the winter and all other outdoor activities such as camping hiking and swimming in the summer. Unlike other resorts such as those of the Swiss Alps or the mountains of U.S. in Vermont, New Hampshire or the western Rockies, the cost is extremely modest. In former centuries the mountains were Poland's European bastion of defense against invading Turks. The beauty of the mountains is unsurpassed consisting of spectacular crags of granite, crystal clear lakes, beautiful pine trees, sweeping flower filled valleys, picturesque water falls and gorges, all capped with everlasting snow. The mountains, containing 75 miles of ski trails and 20 miles of ski slopes, was host to the world championship of the International Skiing Federation in 1929, 1939, and 1962. The buildings resemble Swiss chalets with steep sloping roofs and picturesque balconies (deep snows precluding porches) are uniquely carved in all aspects of the structures; the lintels, gateways, gables, doors and beams. The homes of the peasants are similarly adorned. The area is a Mecca for lovers of Podhale folk culture. Besides its customary unique music and dances, the area provides a treasure of folk art and handicrafts featuring beautiful leather work, wood carvings and crafts, carved canes and boxes, eagles and figurines, elaborate tapestries and clothing. Imitating their hero, Janosik, a Polish Robinhood of great physical power, agility and untamed eagle-like beauty, the mountaineers (Gorals) wear costumes of sleeveless sheep skin jackets, hand woven, heavy, off-white woolen trousers embroidered in red and blue and capped with wide brim, black, hats. The area features its own bag-pipers. Could it be that Scotch Catholics who sought asylum in Poland from their 16th and 17th century English Reformation persecutors are responsible? That happened! The Folk Festival Wilkes University Polish Room exhibit features many items actually borrowed from the Polish Room to duplicate the Zakopane style interior with all of its color and warmth, especially the heavy, deeply carved, thick, linden/birch wood furniture. The Room was designed in 1950 by Stefan Mrozewski, a leading wood-block engraver, and was intended to copy a Zakopane villa interior. In the Room, on either side of the floral kilims are two burlap drapes with three colored roosters painted on each. Irene Lorentowicz made the framed wycinanki. There is also a large portrait of the Polish bagpiper displayed over the bookcase. To enjoy this unique Zakopane beauty in it fullest, a visit to the Polish Room on the second floor of the Wilkes University Farley Library, Wilkes-BArre, Pa. is suggested. i ��FOLK FESTIVAL WILKES POLISH ROOM CHORUS Returning to Pennsylvania by bus from a trip to the Kosciusko Foundation in New York City, some of the committee members began singing. Bertha Pagoda, holder of a master's degree in music, and the head of the music department of Wyoming West High School, a member, was very much impressed by the quality of their voices and their ability to extemporaneously harmonize, organized the members into a chorus. Bertha served as conductor and arranger with Florence Frank serving as accompanist on the piano. Weekly rehearsals were held at Betha's home. Besides providing music at the Folk Festivals and at the Court House during the High Holidays, the Chorus provided entertainment for the patients at hospitals and nursing homes, and also for Christmas programs for such organizations as the Mozart Club. Bertha a suffering terminal cancer victim, without telling anyone, carried on this program during the worst part of her illness to the day of her death. She left behind to the Wilkes University Polish Room, and the descendants of Polish nationality, a very rich legacy of the very best of Polish Folk, Carols and Classical Music as performed by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee Chorus. 1976 �/ 4 K. ^r,jg # M> jp •' •> 1 yCL Xz ' c ^Ct .■£ �1980 - Music Composer - Chopin, Paderewski, Moniuszko ---------------------------- — —- • - - —— war J* ’ V ...s\ vM^oomComfnff^g : ..3S£l CHOPIN 1980- Music of Poland- Polish Composers and Folk Music Portraits of Chopin, Paderewski, Szymanowski, and Moniuszko were hung on a striped and flowered drape in a living room setting. An original Lorentowicz Polish flancer and Benda’s "Krakowiaki” were on either side. Two large, handsome kilims covered the side walls. Music notes and record jackets added to the theme, as well as a piano and violin. A front table display was used for the first time. |i t JK �1 v POLISH MUSIC CHOPIN PADEREWSKI ------- CHOPIN; Frederick Chopin was born 1810 and died in Paris in 1849. Though life was spent in France, his father's always remained first in his heart and in Zielezowa Wola in the latter half of his home land, Poland Polish nationalism was a constant ingredient in his musical inspiration. He began to publish at the age of 7, was fully matured as a composer by an age of 19, and enjoyed a brilliant career as a pianist, teacher and composer. He was the only great composer who wrote almost exclusively for the piano, extending the repertoire and elevating the status of the instrument. The tragedy of an early death cut short his venture into more complicated forms. His talent was unique and his musical genius unsurpassed. He elevated simple Polish folk themes into positive jewels of original composition. But the tragedy of his homeland being dominated by foreign influence ever weighed heavily on his heart and some of his dirge-like themes are the most mournful in existence. But, then, a note of powerful defiance dominated his most militant themes, surpassing even the power of Sebelius's Finlandia. He is also unique in that virtually everything he wrote enjoyed instant success with both the critics and the publics. Scarcely any of Chopin"s 169 works have ever fallen out of favor or fashion to this day; all are likely being learned, practised or performed at anytime somewhere. PADEREWSKI: Toynbee, the eminent English historian, is credited with saying that "suffering is the price that one pays for love": a correlary of this is that suffering is bearable if it can be made to count for something. In 18th, 19th and 20th century Poland a sentiment arose that attributed messianic significance to that country's ordeals and the life of Ignacy Jan Paderewski could be an apt example of this sentiment. He was born on Nov.06,1860 at Kurytowka, Podolia, Poland and with the death of his mother, Poliksena Nowicka Paderewska, shortly after his birth and the exile of his father, Jan Paderewski, because of alleged revolutionary activities in 1863, with his sister, Antonina, two years older, were practically orphaned and were raised by relatives. Not only did he survive the intense loneliness of childhood but also the death of his first wife, Antonina, in child birth, and later the death of his only son, Albert, crippled by polio from infancy, just about the time he reached adulthood. As a student Ignacy Jan Paderewski was very precocious and this manifested itself early in his studies in a broad range of subjects, including languages, mathematics, history and, especially, music. But the dominating aspect of his being was his intense, unalloyed Polish patriotism, a struggle for Polish freedom to which he devoted his energy and fortune, and which was his consuming passion to the moment of his death. As a pianist he was performing in public m his early teens and was giving full recitals before he was twenty years of age. His technique was superb but it was his fiery emotional style that won the heart of his audiences. Although he played all of the major composers, he especially featured the piano music of fellow Pole, Chopin, to whom he later sponsored a memorial. He also composed and his compositions, very well received when he performed them, are rarely heard �to-day. He earned huge sums of money which he spent freely for the causes dear to his heart. Paderewski, indefatigable in his performances and his public appearances, was extremely well received in all of the world, but it is very understandable that he was criticized in Moscow and Berlin. Especially dear to his heart was American Polonia, Poles who settled in the new world, and he took delight in his appearances in such centers of that population such as Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Buffalo, Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. Although he claimed residences throughout the world, Poland, United States, and France, his main one, a center for Polish activity, was at Riond-Bossom, Switzerland. He was intimate with all of the eminent persons of his time and this aspect of his life was used to the fullest by Polish leaders struggling for Polish independence, and it served them well with the advent of regained freedom at the end of World War I. Although he served as the first president of the reborn Poland at the end of World War I, he was not a politician and withdrew when he thought that role no longer served a good purpose. That is not to say that he was a mere figurehead because he was extremely active both inside Poland trying to get the various Polish leaders to cooperate, and outside of Poland trying to get the help and support that Poland needed to survive. Nor did his intense interest or activity for the above purposes flag once out of office. He was not deterred when he later suffered the anguish of the death of his second wife, Helina,in 1934, and later in 1939 the destruction of his beloved country at the hands of that country's dual nemesis, Germany and Russia. Although his health deteriorated along with his physical dexterity as he aged, his popularity as a musician and speaker never diminished. In June, 1941 he took sick with respiratory dysfunction and on the 29th of that month, in New York city, after an attack and an apparent recovery, he suffered a relapse and died at 10:59 PM. His body, covered with masses of flowers was viewed in the lobby of his hotel by thousands of admirers; high funeral Mass service was held in St. Patrick's Cathedral, NY. President Franklin Roosevelt accorded him the honor of a full military funeral and his body was transported to the Pennsylvania RY station on a military caisson, thence by train to Washington DC where it lay in state, viewed by thousands more at the Polish Embassy. With the Association of Polish Army Veterans as the Guard of Honor his body was transported to the Arlington National Cemetery where it was interred with full military honors, including gun salutes and participation of dignitaries and detachment of the US Armed forces. His grave marker read "Ignace Jan Paderewaki, Polish Stateman and Musician; His Remains Rest Temprarily Within the USS Maine Memorial" In 1992. when Poland was again free, his body was returned to his homeland for his final resting place. �710r™ p-dim/o^d i/o ‘pmn'oin 'Ipwm.m, ..mm wnloijj 'D'n-dp-g^ to-day. He earned huge sums of money which he spent freely for the causes dear to his heart. Paderewski, indefatigable in his performances and his public appearances, was extremely well received in all of the world, but it is very understandable that he was criticized in Moscow and Berlin. Especially dear to his heart was American Polonia, Poles who settled in the new world, and he took delight in his appearances in such centers of that population such as Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Buffalo, Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. Although he claimed residences throughout the world, Poland, United States, and France, his main one, a center for Polish activity, was at Riond-Bossom, Switzerland. He was intimate with all of the eminent persons of his time and this aspect of his life was used to the fullest by Polish leaders struggling for Polish independence, and it served them well with the advent of regained freedom at the end of World War I. Although he served as the first president of the reborn Poland at the end of World War I, he was not a politician and withdrew when he thought that role no longer served a good purpose. That is not to say that he was a mere figurehead because he was extremely active both inside Poland trying to get the various Polish leaders to cooperate, and outside of Poland trying to get the help and support that Poland needed to survive. Nor did his intense interest or activity for the above purposes flag once out of office. He was not deterred when he later suffered the anguish of the death of his second wife, Helina,in 1934, and later in 1939 the destruction of his beloved country at the hands of that country's dual nemesis, Germany and Russia. Although his health deteriorated along with his physical dexterity as he aged, his popularity as a musician and speaker never diminished. In June, 1941 he took sick with rpc"4 — * dysfunction and on the 29th • after an »+-«---■ �_____ „ ..vjinorn;,^ num,Winter,Spring,and Summer [>l lil'IlrtT I Wiu jl TiiiL I'HJMN j| jijj THE PEASANTS FOUR VOLUMES AUTUMN WINTER SPRING SUMMER L REYMONT 1.M �r©/i5h L/TeraTu. re — 1979*Theme- The Peasants by Reymont,Nobel Prize Winner in 1924 in Literature In 4 volumes-Autumn,Winter,Spring,and Summer THE PEASANTS FOUR UTUMN VOLUMES AUTUMN WINTER SPRING SUMMER L REYMONT rf1 A! ��l/J. 11/ �Ute Peasants (Excerpt) ByWIadyslawReymont j. mslatedfrom the original Polish by Michael H. Dziewicki. Published by A. Knopf, New York, 1925 AUTUMN (CHAPTER XI) “Are you sleeping, Yagna?” “How can I sleep? I woke at dawn... with the thought that I am to be married to-day”. “You are sorry, darling, are you?” she whispered; there was in her heart a min­ gling of hope and fear. “Wherefore? Shall I be sorry that I must leave your home, and go to my own?” Dominikova, crushing down the pang which suddenly seized her at the words, did not reply at once. She rose from her bed, dressed herself carelessly, and went out to wake up the lads in the stable. These had overslept themselves some­ what, the “Unbinding of Hair” having taken place in the cabin the evening be­ fore. It was broad daylight, and the morn­ ing, clad in hoarfrost, flooded the world with silvery splendour. Dominikova washed her face in passage, and went quietlv about the house, ever and anon peeping ar Yagna, whose face was scarcely discernible in the shades of the bedroom, dark as yet. “Lie there, darling, lie there still! Lie for the last time in thy mother’s home,” she murmured, love and sorrowing pain con­ tending within her many a time. What she had coveted so ardently, she had now: yet she felt such anguish that she could not but wince at the smart of it, and sat down upon the bed. -Boryna...a kind man, who would treat her daughter with due respect.... And Yagna could do whatever she liked with this man, who saw nothing in the whole world but her! No. It was not he that she dreaded, but the stepchildren. -Ah, why had he driven the Anteks from his home? Now, if ever, would they brew mischief and seek revenge. But yet, if he had not done so?... Antek at Yagna’s side! -A sin against God might have ensued.-Well, there was no help for it now. The banns were published, the guests in­ vited; the pig was killed, the settlement safely stowed away...No, no, no! What would come of it had to come; and while Dominikova lived, she would suffer no wrong to be done to her daughter .-Having come to this final decision, she went out to rate the lads for their sloth. When she returned, she thought to rouse her daughter too; but Yagna had fallen asleep again, and the quiet regular breath­ ing of slumber was heard from her bed. Once more did the mother feel anxieties and uncertainties swoop down upon her, like hawks with talons tearing at her heart, screaming distrust, and predicting some vaguely awful impending doom. But she dropped on her knees by the window and, with red bleared eyes fixed upon the flushed dawn, prayed very hard for a long time. And she rose, full of strength to meet any fate that might come, no matter what! “Now, Yagna dear, get up; it is high time. Eva is coming at once to cook, and wc have so much to do still!” “Is the weather fine?” the girl inquired, raising her heavy head. So fine that all the country round is glis­ tening over with hoarfrost. The sun will rise presently.” Yagna, aided by her mother, was soon dressed. Then the latter, after due consid­ eration, spoke thus: “What I have told you before, I will re­ peat again. Boryna is a good, kind man; but you must take great care...not to make friends with any chance acquaintance, or let tongues ever again wag against you. Peo­ ple are curs: they love to bite.-You hear me, dear?” “I hear, yes; but you speak as though I had not any judgment at all.” “No one is the worse for good advice.-See well to this: Boryna must never be set at naught, but always treated with tender respect. An old man cares much more for that sort of thing than a young one does. ...And who knows whether he may not settle all his land on you? Or perhaps give you a big sum-from hand to hand?” “For that I care nothing,” she interrupted impatiently. “Because you are young and inexperi­ enced. Look round you: what is it men quarrel for, work for, and make every at­ tempt to get? Why, what but property, prop­ erty alone! -The Lord never, never made you for toil and suffering. -Whom have I laboured for all my life, if not for my Yagna?-And now I shall be alone-quite alone!” “But the lads will non quit your side; they will always be with you.” . “Of them I have as much joy as of the day that is no more!” She wept, and added, wiping her eyes: “You must also live in harmony with your husband’s children.” “Yuzka is a kindly girl. Gregory will not be back from the army for some time yet. And-and...” “Beware of the smith!” “Why, he is on the best of terms with Matthias.” “If so, it is for some reason of his own: be sure of that.-The Anteks are worst of all; they will not be reconciled.... His Rev­ erence wanted to make peace yesterday, but they would none of it.” “Oh, but Matthias is a wicked old man to drive them from his house!” Yagna burst out passionately. “What’s that-what do you say, Yagna? Do you know that Antek would have taken back the land from us-that he cursed you, and said of you things unfit to repeat?” “Antek against me? Antek? They lie who told you so.... May their foul tongues drop out of their heads!” “Oh! And what is it sets you so strongly on his side? Say!” she asked with a threat­ ening look. “Their being all against him! I am not a begging dog that fawns on all who toss him bread. He is ill-used, and I know it!” “You would like to return the deed of settlement to him, would you not?” Yagna could speak no further; a stream of tears fell from her eyes; she rushed into the inner room, bolted the door, and cried there for a long while. Dominikova did not try to interfere. The scene had awakened new feelings of anxi­ ety in her mind, but she had no time to brood over them. Eva came; the lads slouched into the passage; the last preparations and arrangements were now to be made. .The sun was up, and the morning-tide rolling on. The frost of the previous night had been hard enough for the roadside pools and the borders of the pond to be coated with ice, and the quagmires to bear the weight of the lesser flocks. Now it was growing warmer, though in the shadow and under the hedges the frost still reigned. The thatches dripped with crystal drops, and wreaths of smoke-like vapour were curling up from the marshes. Not the least little cloud floated in the dark azure of the sky. Nevertheless, crows hovering about the cabins, and cocks frequently crowing fore­ told bad weather to come. It was Sunday; and though the be’ls had not yet begun to ring, the whole village was like a hive of swarming bees. Half the in­ habitants were smartening themselves up for the wedding of Boryna with Yagna. In every cabin, turmoil and racket pre­ vailed; everyone was getting ready, trying things on, and dressing carefully; and out of many an open window and door came the sound of merry voices. On Dominkova’s premises, of course, everything was in seething tumult, as usual on such a day. The cottage, freshly whitewashed was noticeable from afar, having been deco­ rated with green boughs in Whitsuntide fashion. Already the day before, the boys had come to fix pine-branches on the thatched roof and where possible along every chink in the wall. From the fence to the porch, fir-tree boughs had been like­ wise set up, so that the fragrance was like that of the woods in the springtime. Within, the arrangements made were very fine indeed. On the farther side of the house, gener­ ally used as a storeroom, a great fire had been made, and Eva from the miller’s was cooking there with some neighbours and Yagustynka to help her. All the furniture had been removed from the other side, the room whitewashed afresh within, the chimney-piece veiled with a great piece of blue drapery. Nothing re­ mained but the holy images on the walls; but the lads had carried in stout benches and long tables, which they set up along the sides. The ceiling, with its age-dark­ ened rafters, had been adorned with paper figures that Yagna had herself cut out. Matthias had fetched her coloured paper from town, out of which she had snipped many a fringed and variously coloured cir­ cle, and imitating flowers, and curiosities of different descriptions-as, for instance, a dog running after sheep, its master fol­ lowing it, staff in hand; or a church pro­ cession, with priest, banners flying, and images borne aloft-and so many other mar­ vels of me same kind, it was impossible to remember them all! And all were well­ shaped and artistic in appearance, and had been greatly admired the evening before, when they were unplaiting Yagna’a tresses. She knew how to make many another thing besides-anything that caught her eye or fancy; and in all Lipka there was not a cabin without some cutting made by her hands. Having partly dressed herself in the other room, she came out to paste the rest of her cuttings upon the walls beneath the holy images, there being no room anywhere else. “Yagna! Will you have done with those fancy things of yours? The people are as­ sembling, the band is marching through the village: and that girl is amusing herself with drolleries!” “Plenty of time, plenty of time,” she re­ turned briefly; but she now stuck no more cuttings, and busied herself strewing the floor with pine-needles, laying the tables with fine linen cloth, exchanging a few words with her brothers, or strolling about the place and looking out at the scenery. But she felt no pleasure in all this: not the least. She was going to dance and hear the band play, and was fond both of music and of dancing: that was all. Her soul, like the present day of autumn serenity, was cloud­ less and radiant, but lifeless. Were it not that all things reminded her it was her wed­ ding-day, she might even have forgotten that. At the “Unplaiting,” the day before, Boryna had put in her hands eight strings of coral beads-all that his wives had left at their death. And now they lay at the bot­ tom of her trunk: she had not even put them on. To-day she felt no interest in anything. Willingly would she have flown away somewhere-but where, she knew not! Everything teased her; and what her mother had told her about Antek recurred persis­ tently to her mind. What! He speak evil of her? She could not, would not believe it: the veiy thought made tears start.-Yet, it might be!... Yesterday, she was washing linen; he had passed by, and never looked her way! In the morning, she was going with Boryna to confession. Antek, coming in their direction, had turned back as from a savage dog.... Well, then, let him snarl at her if he would; let him snarl! �POLISH SETTLERS MSad-THEATRICALS.. "The Polish American Experience- from 1854 to 1978 in 7 categories: early documents,churches,families, businesses,singing soc.& theatricals,organizations, and government & military services. They came to Luzerne County because they had heard about the booming coal industry in this region. Coal company agents met them in New York, directed them to the trains that transported them to this area. Baptismal documents record dates as early as 1854. Of the three places they first settled - Hudson, Miners Mills and Nanticoke Nanticoke increased its numbers most rapidly. By 1870 there were1 100 Polish settlers in Nanticoke. They endured bad working condi­ tions, low wages and hostility because of their "strange" religion, language, customs and traditions. By attending night school classes these Polish newcomers gradually overcame the language barrier and in a short time became naturalized citizens. �As the earliest Polish immigrants reached America, the land of the Free, their first stop was at Castle Garden. Later immigrants entered through Silis Island.. For the last 100 years they welcomed the sight of the.Statue of Liberty, the personification of freeddm freedom of religion, language, press and government. It was for these very reasons that they had left Poland. Most of the earliest settlers had migrated from Prussia-Poland at a time when.their country was divided among Prussia, Austria-Hungary, and Russia. They left Poland to escape political and religious oppres­ sion, conscription into foreign military service, the banning of the Polish language in churches and schools, and the confiscation of their properties by the three foreign powers occupying their homeland. The suppression of their Catholic faith by Bismarck precipitated the emigration from German-controlled Poland. �1977 - Krakow Square . ■ ■-•" ■ . • ■ ■ ■ . <1^ iOiSI ‘x r ■ XL �1977 KRAKOW SQUARE RYNEK GLOWNY - MARKET PLACE Several years ago (circa 1996) the Forbes Magazine, publication of the affluent, characterized Cracow as one of the most beautiful cities of Europe and, without reservation, the best tourist bargain extant. In 1020 King Boleslaw the Brave built the first Polish cathedral on Wawel Hill. Cracow became the capital of Poland from 1250 to 1556. In 1257 the square, 2,000 meters by 2,000 meters, one of the largest in Europe, was laid out. In 1364 King Casimer (Kazmierz) the Great founded the Jagielonian University, the third of the great universities of Europe. On the square, the Sukiennice, the cloth hall, hearkening back to the era of guilds, was built in the 13th century and reconstructed in the 16th century in the style of the Renaissance. Inside, measuring more than 100 meters, is a hall with stalls on both sides, similar to our present shopping mall. As in the past, today, Cepelia Folk Art - wycinacki, pisanki, laces, linens, knit sweaters, carved wooden canes, boxes, figurines, rugs, tapestries, kilims, costumes, (skirts, blouses and vests) are offered to the buying public. The National Museum of Polish paintings is on the second floor, among others, featuring such renown artists as Jan MatejBka and Jozef Chelmonski. Bordering the front of the building are round cafe tables affording the patrons not only rest and refreshment but also the soothing view of the flower and fruit stalls and the flowers which fill all of the otherwise unoccupied spaces. The Poles have a passion for flowers and Polish men will buy them using any pretext for a reason to do so. At noon, from an open window of the higher of the two spires of St. Mary's church across the street, a trumpeter plays the ancient Hejnal, breaking off dramatically on the same note to honor, when centuries before, during an invasion, the trumpeter fatally took a Tartar arrow in the throat. A visit to St. Mary's Church is a must to see the ancient, beautiful, stained glass windows and the famous triptych of magnificent life-like figures carved out of linden wood Is On the other, high, side of the square is the Town Hall and Dungeon (jail) which is presently a cafe, popular with students, where they relax, sing songs and drink mlod (mead), a concoction of Wodka and honey. Just across from the cafe are the renowned St. Adallbert's and St. ANdrew's churches. �1982—^Artist’s Studio in Krakow iimis ■ : ■ ■HtoOfisi • sgl �1982- Artist’s Studio in Krakow �1982 AN ARTIST'S STUDIO IN KRAKOW Celebrating Pennsylvania's 300th anniversary was the dedication of the exhibit. William Penn's dream of a variety of ethnic groups, constructively and peaceably living together, was realized in Luzerne County. Later day immigrants continue to enrich the already diversified mix and the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee, established in 1950, was dedicated to promulgate the heritage and contribution of that one ethnic group. Through the generosity of the University the group, a non-profit organization to which contribution are tax deductible, not only established and maintains a museum quality replica of a grand room in a Polish manor in an adjunct of the school's Farley library but it also provides to the library itself, for study, a section of scarce volumes on Polish history, customs, tradition, science and art. The group also engages in activity to promote interest in this aspect in the life of the community by providing college scholarships to worthy, qualifying students of Polish descent. A salient feature of the exhibit, the striking arched window through which can be seen a reproduction of Krakow's St. Mary's church, was the creation of member Rosemary Luksha. Although all of the examples displayed cannot be seen on the photograph, in the exhibit itself shown to the left of the "fireplace" were 1."Polish Maidens" an oil original by D. Bezdziecki of Nanticoke,Pa., 2. "Polish Dancers" a crayon original done in 1958 by Irena Lorentowicz, 3. "Helen Modjeska" a print of an oil done in 1880 by T. Ajdukiewicz, 4. "Red Poppies" a poster by Urbaniec, 5. "Polish Girl"unidentified, 6. "Storks" a print done by J. Chelmonski circa 1850-1914, 7. "In the Summer House", a print by A. Gierymski, circa 1849-1901, 8. "Insurgent Patrol" a print by M. Gierymski, circa 1847-1874, 9. "Vase of Flowers" a print by H. Beyer. Above the fireplace was a representation of King Boleslaw Chroby who secured Poland's western boundries, an original oil by Dzierzkowski. On the mantel were two prints of children by Wyspianski, circa 1869-1907. On the right of the fireplace appeared 1. "Girl with a Jug" a print by Kedzierski, circa 1861 - ?, 2. "Two French Hussars" a print of an oil by W. Kossak, circa 1837-1942, 3. "Batory at Pskow" a print of an oil by J. Matejko, circa 1838 1893, 4. "Polish Girl", a 1928 original by Sowski, 5. "Goral Bagpiper" an oil, 6. "Chopin" a print of a woodcut by S. Mrozeski, circa 1894-1975, 7. "Kopernik" a 1976 original, oil, by A. Burzinski, 8. "Krakowiak" a print of a pastel by W. Benda, circa 1873-1948, 9. "Church" a watercolor by W. Gierson, circa 1831-1901, 10. "Meeting" an oil by W.Podkowinski, 11. "Polish Eagle" a wood carving by Stefan Hellersperk. On the right wall: 1. "Departure for Hunting" a watercolor by J Falat, circa 1853-1929, 2. "Kolomyjka" reproduction of a print by T. Axentowicz, 3. "Kosciuszko at West Point" a print by Czedekowski, circa 1885-?, 4. "Grey Horse's Head" by P. Michalowski, circa 1801-1855, 5. "Sandiggers" a print of an oil by A. Gierymski, circa 1849-1901, 6. "Girl in a Red Dress" a print by J. Pankiewicz, circa 1867-1940, 7. "Hunting" 1907 by J Brandt circa 1841-1915, 8. Kosciol w Krempachach (Spisz) by W. Leonard. Also displayed were two original watercolors, illustration from "Pan Tadeusz" called Banquet Scene" and "Meeting Outside Church" by R. Rutkowski and three water colors, "The Stork over Poland", "The Reindeer's Ride" and "The Harvest Girl" by Lee Peters It was very interesting to recall that while the exhibit was on display that members, Rosemary Luksha and Dory Kocyan upon request, would draw sketch portaits of viewers free of charge. �m■■■■■■ i.-:-' ■ / Q <7/ ' Theme of the Polish Room -; * 1QZakopane- a city in the Tatra Pits.in southern Poland -------------- Zakopane is a year-round resort, famous for mountain climbing in the sum­ mer and skiing in the winter. It offers a variety of landscape: pine treecovered mountains, steep cliffs, clear lakes, magnificent granite rocks, picturesque valleys and caves, wild rocky gorges, noisy waterfalls, flowery meadows, everlasting snow, and beauty everywhere. The area is a skier's paradise,offering nearly 75 miles of ski trails, including ski runs totaling some 20 miles in length. It hosted the world championships of the International Skiing Ped.in 1929, 1959» and 1962. The houses of Zakopane are similar to Swiss chalets with their steep, sloping roofs and decorative carvings. Peasant houses, as well as villas, Using local patterns, they repeat the have a distinct style of carving same motifs in gateways, gables, doors, and beams. It is a mecca forj/lovers of Podhale folk culture. Besides its distinctive music and dances, Zakopane is also noted as a center for lovely leather and wooden handicrafts of all kinds. The mountaineers or "Gorals" wear a most attractive costume, which consists of sleeveless sheepskin jackets, trousers of off-white, handwoven, woolen cloth embroidered ’in red and blue, and black hats with wide brims. Their hero is is Janosik, a Polish RobinllHood, whose great physical pbwen agility, and untamed eagle-like beauty, have become legendary. ____________________ ��1984 - The Vistula River - The Amber Trail •IKES 1R00W (►OMMlTTFf i g Bl W? \■ •. - ■: Yr. z <.-r.-A rsSSW^f^i Mg M'®IliBriv - v �" TRAVEL THE RIVERS OF THE WORLD ” at the Ninth Annual Luzerne County Folk Festival' October 198*+ �a<? well to the JamesThese ideas spr^ Qrganized the first the spread of religious doctrine. town colony in 1619 in the the . . tne New world where -The poles' demand for recorded and success! _ ______ * -----uhor ful strike for civil lj;^eJhen £hey instituted the liberum absolute democracy was carried to an extremetheir legislative enactments, an veto, requiring absolute unanimity avx for all n . «-■- tuo^.* ° Poland. innovation ultimately to the contributions partitioning o were equally ’ as meat innovation that ultimately led tothe as great. Polandthat ’s cultural and led scientific an with of Nicholas The modern scientific revolution began with the the publication publica 1 Heavenly Bodies Bodies in in >543then Copernicus' work in the devolution off Heavenly >43 • Since ° Polish contributions to science have. continued to be outstanding, sue as <ux« Sklodowska Curie, twice a ™ recipient, " those of women like B Maria a Nobel prize and Stanislaus Ulam,, the ” - Kathtr ■,-xv " of 4the ‘v,a Hydrogen wvriroeen Bomb. Bomb. In the field of Mathe­ noted that three Poznan University professors were matics, it should also be the German decoding machine Ultra and assuring its respouexuic aux ux responsible safe deliveryforto breaking the British during World War II. In education, ^Cj-- can Saiw ueiiveij tu vuu L* .. oldest ,---------- w — iversities in in Europe, boast not merely one of- the universities Europe the Jagiellonian but also tne urst nxmowj 0364), the first Ministry of Education in the tbp world w , Poland has given the world creators of the caliber of Wit Stwosz the arts ‘ ‘ ---- n J and Jan Matejko; in music she has given us men like Erederik Chopin, Henryk Wieniawski and Jan Paderewski; and in literature, Henryk Sienkiewicz and Wladyslaw Reymont, Nobel Prize winners, and Josef Conrad, who chose English as the medium of his expression. Her neighbors, Russia, Prussia and Austria, allied against Poland, had carved huge chunks of Polish territory for themselves in the partitions of 1771,1793 and 1795, the last erasing the state from the map. They were never able,however, to subjugate the Poles. First fighting with*Napolean, then organizing insurrections and exiling their center of cultural and political activity to Paris, that rebellious people preserved Poland’s national identity throughout the 19th century. After World War I, Poland recovered independence in fulfillment of President Wilson's 14 Points. This short oeriod*of freedom came to an end when in 1939, Stalin promised Hitler neutrality in exchange for eastern Poland. This allowed the German invasion and the onset of World War 1 The asPolish stateof emerged from made world toWar IT inatthev Soviet fluence a result concessions Stalin i? ! snher« pn ' of ?! in\ Churchill. Despite difficult communist rule rol™< Roosevelt and task of post-war reconstruction, symbolized L « na un<^ertook the gigantic in ruins - which was fully rebuilt and expanded'ar?vJW " ?ith 'tS outbursts of popular discontent marking the nn\ inere aave been several Perhaps Lech Walesa and Solidarity best enitomtSt“*ar history of Poland. sire for freedom which continues to live in t-h u the undyl^g spirit and de- , Christianity, patriotism, and a passionat! ?earts of all poles. dominant trends evident throughout Poland's ?,iove of freedom are the three fered as much, faced so many reverses of rew nations have sufand cultural identity. Hany have likened e and yet retained th^r ethnic to thatliving of thefive Phoenix, sincul«»/ an n ??5ical thls Wrd undyinc -it after or sixthe hundred yt o?EJ^7°tls? and,5F^ch, pyre, but emerged from it with renewed’ bUrnt itself to a-he=S P1U”r''neral tional Hnthem, Jeszcze rolska wie / -d youth to HVe _ a°h-S on ?. lun®r will never dl^ as long as ,1 /g”1’ Meuy 2’ nation’s future. Ve expresses h 0 “y’ translated ler -aith and hope for Amber, the most uniq lera from the Southern co. larly traded across Europi Age and Greek and Homan t: the fossil resins, amber : the diamond. Exuded from prehistoric times, or 40 though rarely, on the sho: round in round irregi polish, occurs in shades < opaque specimens or "bone the inclusion of great nui water. Other inclusions < organic material. Partly to identify and explain L when the amber first foriw heavier than water, when . with negative electricity Only true Baltic amb many of the other fossil : proportion of the acid. asthma, rheumaticism and powers, amulets of amber charms. Today amber is fast world over are employing pendants, bracelets, ring Poland, exactly in t eastern and western Europ ("Vee-swa") in Polish, fl way" from Southern Europe Baltic Sea, source of the tains of southern Poland, and Czechoslovakia, this Poland. The longest rive of the Adriatic Sea was t wound through some of the side from Aquileia, Aemor I Vienna), through the Moi the "window on the sea". Vistula, their most prodi center of amber trade in Many great cities ai constant waterways traff: growth of culture, ideas tol of Poland til 1562,if vividly in the Henaissam with its famous Arras ta historical baint Mary's sity, still a prolific a ground salt mine, and sc features of this city. with 13 schools of highe harmonic hall and operet �1 t-0 Che James— ed the first es‘ demand for tutefi the liberum enactments, an ‘ illy as great. >f Nicholas >• Since then ling, such as ze recipient, field of Matheprofessors were d assuring its' on, Poles can e Jagiellonian (1772). In of Wit Stwosz Chopin, Henryk ciewicz and chose English st Poland, had partitions of They were never ;clean, then and political ational identity red independence riod of freedom in exchange for t of World War i: sphere of inRoosevelt and the gigantic of its area sen several )f Poland. spirit and de­ fies. i are the three ms have sui­ ted their ethnic ,sm and spirit plumage, which, n a funeral e Polish waslated "Poland d hope for the ler.s from th^Iouther^coast^^the Baltics’ g?\eaned by ancient travellarlv traded * the Baltic bea, north of Poland, and refiu— A5e „ k’ 6 ° the fidriatiC and Black -during the Bronze the f s res?n« T °ne °f the most l»P°*t«t and valuable of the diamond Exuded f™ 18 the only known gem of vegetable origin besides prehistoric time. d fn es °f the northern European forests during though rarelv ^’tur *2 t0 6O,million *ears aS°> this gem is still acquired, nough rarely, on the shores of the Baltic and strip-mined on the coasts. v_t°Un r°un^ irregular lumps, grains or drops, amber, or bursztyn in nsn, occurs in shades of palest yellow to brown, including light-colored 0PJqYe specimens or "bone amber". The turbidity of Baltic amber is due to tne inclusion of great numbers of minute air bubbles and at times, drops of wa er. Other inclusions are found, some of special signifigance such as organic material. Partly vegetable and partly animal, this material helps to identify and explain flora and fauna (mainly insect groups) existing when the amber first formed during the Tertiary Period. Only slightly heavier than water, when rubbed on cloth amber, becomes strongly charged with negative electricity and attracts small pieces of paper. Only true Baltic amber is distinguished by containing succinic acid, many of the other fossil resins termed amber containing none or a very small proportion of the acid. In ancient times, this property was used to cure asthma, rheumaticism and internal disorders. Developing a legend of healing powers, amulets of amber were worn by the Greeks and Romans as good luck charms. Today amber is fast regaining its popularity and expert artisans the world over are employing it once again to fashion fine jewelry such as beads, pendants, bracelets, rings, earings, pins and carvings. Poland, exactly in the center of Europe, has been a "bridge" between eastern and western Europe for centuries. The Vistula River, or Wisla ("/ee-swa") in Polish, flows up the center of Poland and was the main "high­ way" from Southern Europe and the Mediterranean Sea through Poland to the Baltic Sea, source of the much sought-after gem. Arising in the Tatra Moun­ tains of southern Poland, a group of the Carpathian Range dividing Poland and Czechoslovakia, this 660 mile long river is warmly known as the heart of Poland. The longest river in Italy, the "Eridanus" or Po River at the head of the Adriatic Sea was the starting point of the Amber Trail. The "trail" wound through some of the most scenic and historic of Middle Europe's country side from Aquileia, Aemona (Ljubljana), Celeia (Celje), Poetovio, Vindobona (Vienna), through the Moravian Pass and north on the Vistula to the Baltic, the "window on the sea". The Greeks transferred the name Eridanus to the Vistula, their most productive source of amber. Today, Ostroleka is the center of amber trade in Poland. Many great cities are situated along the banks of the Vistula; the constant waterways traffic of foreign traders seeking amber encouraged their growth of culture, ideas and international relations. KRAKOW, ancient capitol of Poland til 1562,is still noted for its medieval architecture seen most vividly in the Renaissance Wawel Cathedral with its 18 chapels, wawel Castle with its famous Arras tapestries as well as other priceless collections, and historical saint Mary's Church in the old Town Square. Jagiellonian univert tv still Twolific academic Institution since 1364, a 12th century undersity, still a p . scientific and industrial centers are more of the ? is’city. hX^c-X^^XS^’ae museums, and many art galleries, �publishing houses and cultural institutions, bevera 1 resplendid beautiful palaces home. of past kings of Poland can be visited as well as Chopin Nicolas coperUontinuing north on the Vistula, TORUN and Frombork, monuments. nearby, nicus U473-1543J lived and worked, boast 360 historical former seat of is Malbork, Europe's largest medieval fortified castle finally, GDANSK, the grand masters of the order of the Teutonic Knights. wen as livirg Sopot and Gdynia, the former a great shipbuilding cente famous sea­ museum of uothic and Renaissance districts, and the lav side resorts and cultural centers. Actually conveyed to the "beehive" tombs of Mycenae, oouth of Corinth, indeed seven centuries before Christ, amber had been transported on * Vistula, or Wisla River. Her people continue to transform their coun ry into an advanced state, at the same time continuing to live in the tradition© and history of the past. —Fairy ta every contine teaching a mo. in the period successors usi and published Traditions, aj old settlement of historical form of folk t ^■---n an anc the Shining su plunged into t Sea. Seeing t and as their t Ages and ; palace belong!] beautiful but • welfare of her by order of the half thrown bac flounder came t fisherman was s queen decided t punish him with fisherman, his hvery evening s ^ercun, god of in love with a t?Jalace’ kil 0 the sea bott laments; and th x durata’s amb their The^Kurpia'forests ft the Great Bibli' rain doused the mercy, but the j the tears of the hardened and bet �Fairy tales and teaching amoral Ip '— - W°re recently*6f t0 Children for cent^ries on in the period of\n °me Of the greatest Jere jritten as allegories, successors used antici% writer* 4 writers wrote fables. Indeed, and published in th“ the^ P^ts * fableS and their tradition* = l\the 19th centra u’ ,,The oldest folk tales were collected old"settleof the py by, Kazimierz W. Wojcicki in Ancient Legends, of bistnrnr ?ts have 1 pd~~aiLl^n i and Ruthenian Peoples. Excavations of P f ia^ reality in the ol and historians to uncover some portions form of folk tales. the 01deet legends, changed and beautified, in the the Shining Sun, stole ’h? son of APoll° (Helios in Greek), god of plunged into the mouth of th pliant horses and chariot of his father, and Sea. Seeing this tragic Vifbula River (Eridanus) entering the Baltic the daughters of Apollo wept inconsolably and as their tears fpii o the earth they hardened into clear, golden amber Ages and ages ago on t he bottom of the Baltic rose a splendid amber palace belonging to Jurata the’rnVTn" queen of Not only was the queen beautiful but thrifty as whF T those x"08e4waters. wa „ ------------ justly and caring for the welfare of her subjects! I ’. 6 domain th n Even when her favorite dish, flounder, was served, by order of f hearted queen only half of each fish was eaten, the other half thrown back to the sea. This is probably how the strange shape of the flounder came to be. rBut• the *_ queen was indignant when she learned that a fisherman was seen at the mouth of a river, casting his net. ... At last the queen decided to meet the fisherman, entice him to her amber boat, and then punish him with death for violating her laws. But when Jurata saw the young fisherman, his hansomeness so appealed to her that she fell in love with him. Every evening she swam to the shore to meet her sweetheart. However, jealous Percun, god of lightning and thunder, became angry with Jurata for falling in love with a mortal and throwing down thunderbolts, destroyed the queen's sea palace, killing the queen and her courtiers. The fisherman was chained to the sea bottom. And even today, when there is a storm you can hear his laments; and. the amber cast ashore by the waves of the Baltic are the fragments of Jurata's amber palace. TheKurplans, people of Poland's zielona Puszcza, have dug amber from their forests for hundreds of years. The legend of amber,to them, began with the Great Biblical Flood. For forty days and nights, unceasing torrents of the Grea\Biblicair people. in their misery they cried out for mpirvd°hntdthe greit waters continued to rise. Into the divine waters fell 'u ‘ o he61 peasants. The tears unable to mix with the waters, hardened and became the Kurpian-s precious amber. �Some centuries ago there lived in a cave at ^he foot of ^breathing the banks of the Vistula River in Poland, a most ho in- grazing dragon, a monster that ravaged the nearby meadows by draron liven cattle, in vain the bravest knights tried to overcome mnuth destroyed before they could draw their swords the fire from the bea , . sent them, so that one after another of the best fell. The re gn would out his heralds to announce that whosoever should destroy tne ° were marry his daughter and sit on the throne after him. /ill con en , e defeated by the dragon and the king was in despair and the coun J “ poorer and poorer until a young shoemaker named Krak decided ha conquer the beast with his wit. After stuffing a fat ram skin wi . P and tar, he placed the enticing dragon-fare in front of the cave. i.ie g greedy and not very wise, swallowed the ram skin in one gulp, ourned his throat so badly that he had to quench his thirst at the Vistula river. After gulping down a dragon-ful of water, the dragon finally burst, freeing the town and countryside of his menace. The shoemaker married the king’s daughter and ascended the throne after him. The grateful, town took its name after Krak, Krakow, bears it with honor to this day and thus was the ancient capital of Poland founded. Krak reigned happily for twenty years, but alas, he died in the year 750 A.D. His oldest son was to rule, tut alas, his jealous brother slew him was discovered and fled to the forest. The town councilors assembled to decide on a new ruler who was as good end kind as Krak, realized they had a ruler in Krak’s daughter Wanda, a wise, brave and just girl, The beautiful and wise Wanda accepted the crown and sat on the throne of Auwel Castle as Queen of Krakow. Peace and prosperity prevailed until bands of Teutonic Knights from the west began attacking Polish hamlets and cities. Wanda called upon her knights in armor, fortified the castle and went into battle herself with her brave knights. Camped in the forests, Wanda’s militia was surprised by night by the western bands, out she was ready for them and fought and won a gruesome battle. But the Teutonic commander Hytygier would not give up his attacks unless Wanda and her land became his. Vowing never to marry Rytygier and. hoping her sacrifice would end the bloody conflicts, Wanda dove into tne deep waters of the Vistula River alongside'her castle and drowned. A long Tong’time ago, a young prince of Poland was hunting in the woods to feed his villagers. Tired and hungry, he rode til he cculd ride no more. Alas he came upon the Vistula River, much too Aide to cross. as he pondered his plight, a beautiful mermaid arose from the waters of the riv< and" sympathising with him, directed him to a fisherman's humble hut. nearby. As he approached the hut, tne prince could srrell tasty fish cooking and upon entering, was greeted by the fisherman's wif2, and yc mg son War and daugnt Bzawa. The prince thoroughly enjoyed his mea. , and after played for hours with War and Szawa. Krom that time on, whenexer the prince passed by the river to hunt, ne always visited War ani Bzawc. Ultimately the prince, so in love with the site an its pleasant memories, built his city on the bank of the Vistula River, naming it Warszawa or Warsaw, a city built on love, not conflict. And in appreciation f the beautiful mermaid's guidance, the the prince mo.du her the symbol u; tne city and siren nf the river, gunre his massing ships, frorr then on sue was Knowr as Serena. �1994 - “Our Opera Family”- Sembrick, De Reszke, Kiepura ft- MH f W tew r ' B ■ ' ■ 3' �1994 “ "OCR OPERA FAMILY" L&Z SEMBRICH, DE RESZKE, KIP.PORA Another aspect of Polish contribution to the world of Art, giving lie to the canard that Poland was not a part of western civilization , was the high quality of Polish world opera singers. Outstanding as an opera singer, as well as being an accomplished musician on the violin and piano was Marcella Sembrich. Born in 1858 in Galecia, Poland. She was the contemporary and friend of other outstanding artists of her time, including Franz Liszt; her teachers were the top artists of Europe. She debuted in Athens in 1877 and this was followed by outstanding performances in France, Germany, Russia, Italy and England. She made her debut in the United States at the Metropolitan Opera in 1884 and was instantly acclaimed. During her life she performed incomparably the most important roles in opera and because of her wonderful voice, strong and clear and of great range, and her masterful technique she was once recognized as the most eminent opera singer of the world. She left the stage 1909 to teach at the Curtis & Julliard School of Music. She died in 1935 at the age of seventy-seven. THE BROTHERS, DE RESKE; Jean born in 1850 and Edouard in 1853 in Warsaw, Poland. Both received their musical education in Poland and Italy from premier teachers. Edouard, possessed of a very powerful and rich bass voice of intense dramatic impact, made his debut in Paris in 1876 and later did all of the important opera houses of Europe. He not only sang the important roles for his voice but also collaborated with composers who actually created new roles suitable to that voice. He made his United States debut in Chicago in 1891 and later that year joined the Metropolitan Opera company of New York where he performed all of the important roles extensively. He died in Poland in 1917. Bother. Jean1s career started when he abandoned his intent to be a baritone and evolved into a tenor. His debut was also in Paris in 1884, and he,also, did all of the important roles for his voice in Europe and he, like his brother Edouard, had his debut in the United States in Chicago in 1891 and that same year at the Metropolitan Opera where he reigned supreme in two hundred and twenty-seven performances over eleven years. In contrast to Edouard's power and impact, Jean relied on the phrasing and coloration of his tasteful interpretations. His intelligence, good looks, elegant deportment and personal magnatism made him the "matinee idol" of the nineties in New York, London and Paris. He finished his career as a teacher in Paris and Nice and died in Nice in 1935. The brothers, in some performances, appeared together. A Nanticoke, Pa connection to the two brothers was the creation of the De Reszke Singing Society in 1898 and disbanded in 1945. It consisted of 92 men of which 87 were professional and business men and 5 were miners. They performed in competition from Chicago to the east with similar societies and won, in competiton, prizes in Chicago, Buffalo, New York, Philadelphia and Scranton. A picture copy of the group and its membership in under this fly leaf. And last, but not least is singer, Jan Kiepura who was contemporary to the US in the late 30's and early 40's and made appeances for perfomance in the Wyoming valley area. "-/c-tj ffaf Damazy Sakowski - Franciszek Osmansld., 3rd Row Left to right: Leon Sznkowski - r z^Z Franciszek Rokosz - Wadaw Rakoczy - ■^tanislaw Gizinski.—- hth Row Left to Right: /^ ! ‘/r,p / Alexander Skurzynski, Edward Makowski, Kazimierz Sosnowski Jan Sosnowski, Walenty Szypowski - Wnukowski �CHOIR OF DE RESZKE BROTHERS of NANTICOKE, PENNSYLVANIA GAINED FIRST PRIZE AT CONVENTION OF SINGING SOCIETIES IN NEW YORK CITY in l?O5< 1st Row left to right: Bleslaw Galecki Franciszek Wojciech J. Knoll - /YoY- ’Yirt) Jan Karbowski - - Felix Kitlowski Franciszek Sosnowski Joseph Twardowski 2nd Row left to right: Kazimierz Piekarski - f^f- Damazy Sakowski /Yo-. Pietkiewicz 3rd Row Dromizy Sosnowski, Andrzej Nalbach - Narcyz Sosnowski - Franciszek Osmans Id.. Left to right: Leon Sznkowski - Franciszek Rokosz - Wadaw Rakoczy - Stanislaw Gizinski.—. r 1^'1 4th Row Left to Right: Alexander Skurzynski, / ‘hp Edward Makowski, Kazimierz Sosnowski Jan Sosnowski, Walenty Szypowski - Wnukowski �f^2 6 L^/fo^. / -/ / <? �1986- Polish Room Chorus ■ .< ■ X - * - ' » f :■ * LIAM POLISH ROOM CHORUS 19 86 (A cc 't Anita Censer, S.tacia Feddock, Florence Frank, Mildred Weiss, Celia Kowalich, Vickie Schwartz ertha Pagoda, Director; Verna Helen Mosier, Jule Znianiecki, Helen Pocreva Delphine Kaminski, Julie Noroski, Alice Kwiat kowski, Absent, E leanerMadrak ’ .. . ■HITS * �The Peasants * T**' -Vi ����THE CONSTITUTION OF POLAND MAT 3, 1791 Following the pattern of the American constitution of September 17, 1787 the Polish Constitution of 1791 was the second written such document of all of the countries in the world and it measured in depth and meaning the protection of human rights of its predecessor. Its main premise, similar to its American forerunner, was that "all power shall be derived from the will of the people". Although as a matter of form the Polish version may have followed the American and borrowed modes of expression from the French philosophers, the ideas and the spirit of it had been expressed formally in a writing by Bishop Wawrzyniec Goslicki called "De Optime Senatore" more than 200 years earlier and was undoubtedly part of the Polish psyche from the time of the nation's inception. The creation of the constitution was the opus of the last Polish King, Stanislaw August Poniatowski, who was fervently dedicated to the idea of reforming Poland's political structure, especially eliminating the debilitating Librum Veto, removing foreign influence in the selection of its monarchy, and the artificial inequality of the classes. The spirit of parliamentary reform was fired up after the first partition of Poland in 1788 and a Sejm (Parliament) was convened which lasted until 1792. The window of opportunity that allowed the Sejm bring forth and publish this document for the edification of the Polish nation and the whole civilized world was the preoccupation of Russia"s Catherine the Great with a conflict with Turkey and the removal of Frederick the Great of Prussia by his demise. The document was translated and published in various languages, was widely acclaimed and as early as July 77 1791 was recognized and praised in the United States of America. Its anniversaries, in Poland and abroad, are still celebrated to this very day. The occupying powers of two subsequent partitions formally abrogated the document, but this and the subsequent long occupation of Poland by Communist Russia following World War II never destroyed its spirit which was simply the unreserved acceptance on the part of the Polish people of the principles of Christianity; the brotherhood of man under the Fatherhood of God! �1989 - Trumpeter of Krakow - “Customs Remembered �THE POLISH ROOM COMMITTEE OF WILKES COLLEGE PRESENTS RYNEK GLOWNY - THE TOW SQUARE OF KRAKOW: CUSTOMS AND CRAFTS REMEMBERED 14THANNUAL LUZERNE COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL OCTOBER 1989 was tte’X.nif <*5 ofTth® 13th century to 1596, the'ancient and gr*md /ity of KRAKOw' on Wavpi a P°land' In tf® year 1020' King Boleslaw the Brave built the first cathedral ian n ' • «-* an^ ^>ein^ ?ne of oldest centers of learning in Europe, the town's JagellonCAnh - . Y yas established in 1364 by King^Casimir the Great. The cultural and administrate . hv n, 1S,theuuark^t ?lace or RYNEK GLOWNY. This medieval checkerboard square was laid t by Duke Boleslaw the Shy m 1257 and remains unaltered since then. It measures 200 by 200 J? One °f the largesfc in Europe. Reigning over the center of the square is Clothiers' or Cloth Hall or SUKIENNICE, 100 meters long. Designed and built in the 13th century as a place o commerce, particularly cloth and textiles, the hall was reconstructed until it took its present Renaissance shape in the middle of the 16th century, and is still used for trade today. The ground floor houses Cepelia shops featuring genuine works of folk art, tourist offices, cafes and shops selling souvenirs of regional items. The first floor holds The National Museum of Polish Painting of the 18th through 20th centuries, including the work of Jan Matejko and Jozef Chelmonski. Outside, the open marketplace boasts colorful flower and fruit stalls and bright parasols shading outdoor cafe tables. To one side of the square is the majestic Church of Saint Mary or MARIACKI, the main parish church of ancient Krakow. Originally Romanesque, it was reconstructed in the 15th century and in 1666 a gilt crown was placed on the Gothic spire, built in 1478, in honor of The Blessed Virgin. It is one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in Poland and an example of her finest architecture. The church also holds valuable objects of art contributed by the parish, including three windows of stained glass panels from the last quarter of the 14th century, counted among the most beautiful in Europe. Viewing the main altar, one's impression is heightened by the opalescent light filtering through the medieval mosaic. The magnificent 500 year old altar­ piece, 11 by 13 meters, was carved from linden wood by Wit Stwosz between 1477 and 1489, dis­ mantled by the Nazis during World War II, taken to Germany, and found in the basement of the Nuremberg Castle in 1946. Another treasure of the church is the well-known legend of THE TRUMPETER OF KRAKOW - Longago, all of the city of Krakow could be seen from the taller (80 meter: high) of the two towrers of the Mariacki. In a small room near the top of the tower there would be a watchman, his trumpet by his side, vigilantly keeping guard over the town and surrounding lands throughout the day and night. At the first sign of fire or other disturbance, the watch­ man's trumpet blast would alert the townspeople in the marketplace below and in the Town Hall nearby. He would then call down to the citizens, alerting them to the trouble. In the 13th century, the fierce Tartars had invaded the land, burning farms and towns, and stealing and killing. One holiday evening when most citizens were in church, a horde of Tartars crept into the city to attack by surprise. However, the young watchman on duty blew a loud, clear warning and the townspeople came rushing from their churches to defend their homes. The angry Tartars shot arrows up at the tower, but the brave watchman continued to sound the alarm until an arrow pierced his throat. He died, but the Tartars were driven away by the courageous people and the town was saved. From that time on other watchmen have taken their turns in the tower and every hour, and’ even today the watchman on duty plays a little hymn called "The Hejnal" four times, facing West, South, East and North. And each time, the hymn breaks off on a high note, in honor of the trumpeter who gave his life for his countrymen. Moreover, today and everyday at noon, all radio programs throughout Poland repeat the trumpet sounded and broadcast from the tower of the church. §§§ The non-profit P.R.C. , founded in 1950, fosters better understanding and appre elation of Polish culture and traditions, and promotes higher education and scholarship among persons of Polish descent. We invite anyone to contribute books, art, artifacts or any article of Polish interest to the Polish Room, E. S. Farley Library, Wilkes College, South Franklin and South Streets, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 (717-824-4651) .u------------------------------------------------------ F Lr "' The ending of the Heynal - ' �1987 - Bicentennial of U.S. Constitution ■ Vte d* Pr°pk\ nuU*ithL«>0 i ;aa >m mlim flttoaauuc D^a^liS L 0 »TsjK b 8 . ■ 12 0 «<.?!■ �BICENTENNIAL OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION V promote selves ar the Unit Sect. ?£ July 4th, 1776, the people of the thirteen colonies states) to justify their separation from England cited a list of violations perpetrated by the English sovereign against their "unalienable, God given rights". ao^ernAdhHvenScln?-reVO1Uti°n and following, the country was g verned by a Continental Congress made up of delegates from the various former colonies which resulted in a loose ^JJfe^erati°n of various "states" generally in competition and at odds with one another leaving the aggregate powerless to act m unison as a nation. Then as now, the world being a .dangerous place, it was exigeant to form a nation unified and strong to enable the new nation to survive, hence, the Constitution of September 17, 1787. Here again 55 knowledgeable leaders from the various state, as individuals and if you will, the people of the country at large, gathered m secret in Independence Hall, Philadelphia, Pa and after much debate and argument hammered out the constitution as we know it for submission and approval of the various states. They knew that only a strong central government with the power to raise taxes, the power to protect the nation from other aggressor nations and the power to protect and provide for the welfare of all individuals was the only way to provide for the nation's survival. It was no automatic done deal and in addition to the intense arguments amongst the framers, many of whom were distrustful of strong government, the fight for ratification was equally intense and only came about by the insistence of the attachment of the protecting Bill of Rights. It was ratified by twelve of the thirteen colonies and became the law of the land and the framework of the nation but it was only after some minor challenges and the bitter struggle of the Civil War was the supremacy of the Federal Government firmly established. Eternal vigilance on the part of all citizens is needed to preserve it because even today there are powerful organizations striving to diminish it for the achievement of their own parochial ends, and again, the full application of the Federal Government is still to be extended to those of our country who have not yet enjoyed its full benefits.... Congres (Excerps are provided beneath House oi Kcp.v.___ Sect. 2. The House of Representan.wbers chosen every second year by the people of the several states, <mu the electors in each state shall have the qualifications requisite for electors of the most numerous branch of the state legislature. No person shall be a representative who shall not have attained to the age of twenty-five years, and been seven years a citizen of the United States, and who shall not, when elected, be an inhabitant of that state in which he shall be chosen. Representatives and direct taxes shall be apportioned among the several states which may be included within this Union, according to their respective numbers, which shall be determined by adding to the whole number of free persons, including those bound to service for a term of years, and excluding Indians not taxed, three-fifths of all other persons. The actual enumeration shall be made within three years after the first meeting of the Congress of the United States, and within every subsequent term of ten years, in such manner as they shall by law direct. The number of representatives shall not exceed one for every thirty thousand, but each state shall have at least one representative; and until such enumeration shall be made, the state of New-Hampshire shall be entitled to chuse three, Massachusetts eight, Rhode-lsland and Providence Plantations one, Connecticut five, New-York six, NewJersey four, Pennsylvania eight, Delaware one, Maryland six, Virginia ten, North-Carolina five, South-Carolina five, and Georgia three. When vacancies happen in the representation from any state, the Executive authority thereof shall issue writs of election to fill such vacancies. this sheet) GEORGE WASHINGTON, President, And Deputy from Virginia. New-Hampshire. John Langdon. Nicholas Gilman Delaware. Massachusetts. Nathaniel Gorham. Rujus King. Connecticut. William Samuel Johnson, Maryland. Roger Sherman. New-York. Alexander Hamilton. New-Jersey. Pennsylvania. William Livingston. David Brearley, William Paterson, Jonathan Dayton. Virginia. George Read, Gunning Bedjord, Junior, John Dickinson, Richard Bassett, Jacob Broom. James M‘Henri, Daniel oj St. Tho. Jenifer, Daniel Carrol. John Blair, James Madison. Junior. William Blount. North-Carohna. Richard Dobbs Spaighl, Hugh Williamson. Benjamin Franklin. John Rutledge, Thomas MiJJin, South-Carolina . Charles Cotesworth Pinckney Robert Morris. Charles Pinckney, George Clymer, Pierce Butler. Thomas Fitzsimons. Jared Ingersoll, William Few, Georgia. James Wilson. Abraham Baldwin. Gouverneur Morris. Attest, William Jackson, SECRETARY. �SSSF^; ss=—™=s= XlX ™ “! SrTd from - government to the Skwti extraordinarily granted directly by the people to the government which they had created XCrt 10 *.h^°n.be,OnKSS 10 a" °f US' a"d “ wi" c°"“"“e stonfati >, a‘ 'VC arc familiar 'vllh Pmvidemands thT " T 7 “ chanSinS '■ also nrnhl eaC^ US assume responsibility as the ta^s he We mUS' SOlVe lhroush °ur e'eeled represen?°re C,’",pl“- " lhc Constitution is to ah2 ", h k' erCh °f “s must learn aboul and care “oTCS VW faCC-and ™St ‘b°'ce THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA E, the People of the United States, in order W to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure do­ mestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to our­ selves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America. ARTICLE 1. Sect. 1. ALL legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives. Sect. 2. The House of Representatives shall be composed of mem­ bers chosen every second year by the people of the several states, and the electors in each state shall have the qualifications requisite for electors of the most numerous branch of the state legislature. No person shall be a representative who shall not have attained to the age of twenty-five years, and been seven years a citizen of the United States, and who shall not, when elected, be an inhabitant of that state in which he shall be chosen. Representatives and direct taxes shall be apportioned among the several states which may be included within this Union, according to their respective numbers, which shall be determined by adding to the whole number of free persons, including those bound to service for a term of years, and excluding Indians not taxed, three-fifths of all other persons. The actual enumeration shall be made within three years after the first meeting of the Congress of the United States, and within every subsequent term of ten years, in such manner as they shall by law direct. The number of representatives shall not exceed one for every thirty thousand, but each state shall have at least one representative; and until such enumeration shall be made, the state of New-Hampshire shall be entitled to chuse three, Massachusetts eight, Rhode-lsland and Providence Plantations one, Connecticut five, New-York six, NewJersey four, Pennsylvania eight, Delaware one, Maryland six, Virginia ten, North-Carolina five, South-Carolina five, and Georgia three. When vacancies happen in the representation from any state, the Executive authority thereof shall issue writs of election to fill such vacancies. ARTICLE Vll. The ratification of the conventions of nine States, shall be sufficient for the establishment of this constitution between the States so ratify­ ing the same. Done in Convention, by the unanimous consent of the States present, the seventeenth day of September, in the year of our Lord one thousand seven hundred and eighty-seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the twelfth. In witness whereof we have hereunto subscribed our Names. GEORGE WASHINGTON, President, And Deputy from Virginia. New-Hampshire. John Langdon. Nicholas Gilman. Delaware. Massachusetts. Nathaniel Gorham, Rujus King. Connecticut. William Samuel Johnson, Maryland. Roger Sherman. New-York. Alexander Hamill on. New-Jersey. Pennsylvania. William Livingston. David Drearley. William Paterson, Jonathan Dayton. Virginia. George Read, Gunning Bedford, Junior. John Dickinson, Richard Bassett, Jacob Broom. James M'Henry. Daniel oj Si Tho. Jenifer, Daniel Carrol. John Blair, James Madison, Junior. William Blounl. North-Carolina. Richard Dobbs Spaight, Hugh Williamson. Benjamin Franklin, John Rutledge, Thomas Mijjtn, South-Carolina Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, Robert Morris, Charles Pinckney, George Clymer, Pierce Butler. Thomas Fitzsimons, Jared Ingersoll, Georgia. William Few, James Wilson, Abraham Baldwin. Gouverneur Morris. Attest. William Jackson, SECRETARY. �!2Z^Jnterioij)fa Zakopane villa in the Tatras | �ZAKOPANE- THE TATRAS- THEME OF WILKES U. POLISH ROOM Zakopane a city situated in the heart of the Tatra mountains which forms the southern boundary of Poland is the most popular year-round resort featuring skiing in the winter and all other outdoor activities such as camping hiking and swimming in the summer. Unlike other resorts such as those of the Swiss Alps or the mountains of U.S. in Vermont, New Hampshire or the western Rockies, the cost is extremely modest. In former centuries the mountains were Poland's European bastion of defense against invading Turks. The beauty of the mountains is unsurpassed consisting of spectacular crags of granite, crystal clear lakes, beautiful pine trees, sweeping flower filled valleys, picturesque water falls and gorges, all capped with everlasting snow. The mountains, containing 75 miles of ski trails and 20 miles of ski slopes, was host to the world championship of the International Skiing Federation in 1929, 1939, and 1962. The buildings resemble Swiss chalets with steep sloping roofs and picturesque balconies (deep snows precluding porches) are uniquely carved in all aspects of the structures; the lintels, gateways, gables, doors and beams. The homes of the peasants are similarly adorned. The area is a Mecca for lovers of Podhale folk culture. Besides its customary unique music and dances, the area provides a treasure of folk art and handicrafts featuring beautiful leather work, wood carvings and crafts, carved canes and boxes, eagles and figurines, elaborate tapestries and clothing. Imitating their hero, Janosik, a Polish Robinhood of great physical power, agility and untamed eagle-like beauty, the mountaineers (Gorals) wear costumes of sleeveless sheep skin jackets, hand woven, heavy, off-white woolen trousers embroidered in red and blue and capped with wide brim, black, hats. The area features it^ own bag-pipers. Could it be that Scotch Catholics who sought asylum in Poland from their 16th and 17th century English Reformation persecutors are responsible? That happened! The Folk Festival Wilkes University Polish Room exhibit features many items actually borrowed from the Polish Room to duplicate the Zakopane style interior with all of its color and warmth, especially the heavy, deeply carved, thick, linden/birch wood furniture. The Room was designed in 1950 by Stefan Mrozewski, a leading wood-block engraver, and was intended to copy a Zakopane villa interior. In the Room, on either side of the floral kilims are two burlap drapes with three colored roosters painted on each. Irene Lorentowicz made the framed wycinanki. There is also a large portrait of the Polish bagpiper displayed over the bookcase. To enjoy this unique Zakopane beauty in it fullest, a visit to the Polish Room on the second floor of the Wilkes University Farley Library, Wilkes-BArre, Pa. is suggested. �Yint, &****** �ton/1 i^u**r»* ♦*-’»« lutite �THE CONSTITUTION OF POLAND MAY 3, 1791 Following the pattern of the American constitution of September 17, 1787 the Polish Constitution of 1791 was the second written such document of all of the countries in the world and it measured in depth and meaning the protection of human rights of its predecessor. Its main premise, similar to its American forerunner, was that "all power shall be derived from the will of the people". Although as a matter of form the Polish version may have followed the American and borrowed modes of expression from the French philosophers, the ideas and the spirit of it had been expressed formally in a writing by Bishop Wawrzyniec Goslicki called "De Optime Senatore" more than 200 years earlier and was undoubtedly part of the Polish psyche from the time of the nation's inception. The creation of the constitution was the opus of the last Polish King, Stanislaw August Poniatowski, who was fervently dedicated to the idea of reforming Poland's political structure, especially eliminating the debilitating Librum Veto, removing foreign influence in the selection of its monarchy, and the artificial inequality of the classes. The spirit of parliamentary reform was fired up after the first partition of Poland in 1788 and a Sejm (Parliament) was convened which lasted until 1792. The window of opportunity that allowed the Sejm bring forth and publish this document for the edification of the Polish nation and the whole civilized world was the preoccupation of Russia"s Catherine the Great with a conflict with Turkey and the removal of Frederick the Great of Prussia by his demise. The document was translated and published in various languages, was widely acclaimed and as early as July 27 179} was recognized and praised in the United States of America. Its anniversaries, in Poland and abroad, are still celebrated to this very day. The occupying powers of two subsequent partitions formally abrogated the document/ but this and the subsequent long occupation of Poland by Communist Russia following .World War II never destroyed its spirit which was simply the unreserved acceptance on the part of the Polish people of the principles of Christianity; the brotherhood of man under the Fatherhood of God! �1988 - Sharing Traditions A Rura! Wedding Wilkes College olish Room Committee I ' "--'IF M£< !>v r ■ Ik Sir \ t /H \T \ 1 ■ fifWI 1 9 J �The Polish Room Coatee of WilKes College presents A traditional polish wedding k country at the 13th Annual Luzerne County Folk Festival October 20 - 23, 1988 The old traditional Polish wedding, whether celebrated in the peasant hut or baronial manorhouse, incorporated significant customs which are, in part, still observed in Poland. The details of the marriage ceremony may vary in the different regions of Poland, just as the old folk songs do, however, the general structure remains the same. The Polish country wedding has a set traditional pattern. With the harvest stored away, September heralded a time of lighter work, and an opportunity for revelry, the first since the initial plowing in the Spring. Between the final grain harvest and the onset of the holy period of Advent, there is a time of engagements and of taking marriage vows, the most beautiful weddings taking place in the provinces of Lowicz, Krakow and Podhale. The ceremony actually begins when the boy makes up his mind about the girl. If she is willing and her parents have no objections, it doesn't end until she is finally safe under 1.1 his roof. 2. If the couple expect to enjoy a respected position in the community community* they cannot elope and skip all the ceremonies. If the girl is from a well known family and pretty and the man is popular, their wedding is an event that is long remembered. First, a "proooser", who is usually an older woman, visits the girl's parents to find out their opinion of" the suitor and of their daughter's marrying. If favorable, both sets of parents and the vouno couple meet to confirm the betrothal. Next, the wedding party is selected: best man 7 maid honor, groomsmen and bridesmaids, and two proposers, male and female, "starosta", "staroscin " (lady starosta) marshall, the boyars and a kind of agent known as "raj." The groom crroo and three fiddlers ride from house to house to personally invite the wedding guests' with”1301611 white scarves on their shoulders and flowers tied with red ribbons on their caps. Often th bridal party is chosen from neighboring villages, for friendship but also for the knowl^da of the roles they are to perform. Some persons are regularly invited to deliver certain 96 speeches or songs at weddings, a tradition passed down through generations. The marshall ’ the master of ceremonies and is responsible for the entire "production." The ceremony begins in the best room of the bride's home, the orchestra, with the mars’ over-seeing, plays the opening song: "Cuckoos the cuckoo on the cherry tree, Now the weddin^11 party gathers all carefree. Cuckoos the cuckoo on the plum tree, Now begins the ceremony 3 joyously." The marshall calls for the proposer, they bow to each other and march a few time around the room. Then he couples the man proposer with a partner and bows again...and so ifcS continues until all are paired off. With loud shouts from without, the starosta and staroscarrive. Someone asks,"Where is the bridegroom?" and everyone sings: "0 la Boga, co takiegcj* Co nie widac pana mego." (Oh, good gracious, what's this, That the bridegroom is not here!) ' Then the groom arrives with his groomsmen, are welcomed by the bride's parents, but the bride remains hidden with her maids. Drinks are passed around and the best man shouts, "Long liVe the happy man." Finally the bride arrives and kneels with her groom before her parents for a blessing, given with a loaf of bread and passed three times over their heads, from the mother's to the father's hands. The couple rise and hold hands across the table during the benediction. Then follows much singing about the bride's wreath, woven of sweet herbs, ribbons and bright feathers. It is attached to a pear branch rod with a number of twigs for good luck. Bright apples attached to the twigs are given to the boys of the party after the ceremony. The bride holds the rod, knotted with dangling gold and silver ribbons, artificial roses and peacock feathers, in one hand until a groomsmen pulls the wreath off, for which he gets a "beating." There is a struggle, finally the groom gets it, then the bridesmaids get it from him and put it on the bride's head. The wedding party piles into carts, gayly decorated with ribbons and flowers and ride to the church. All the way and back there is music, the fiddlers are never left behind. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Exhibit Boards featuring the Polish Committee through the years (to 1990s) Description An account of the resource Exhibit Boards of different Polish Room exhibitions through the years from the 1950s through the 1990s. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s through 1990s. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Scrapbook Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/0816bf7aba3170b16f9e2032ff6c2e80.pdf e81ae1c6bae2417ecc4b24e76d3a49ca Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Folk Festival Polish Room scrapbook, 1975-1996 Description An account of the resource Scrapbook of pamphlets, photographs, newspaper clippings, programs, and other ephemera on the Annual Luzerne County Folk Festivals from 1975 to 1996, created by Polish Committee's Julie Znaniecki. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Julie Znaniecki, Polish Room Board Curator and Founder. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1975-1996 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Scrapbook https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/0bfe2c72d01e8392bfb549f35aff6e79.pdf 2df9d9e4bfddbc0c3654f7d89f3ea0ab PDF Text Text •W > J: KU �% 2oot> �MEMO Xie- Z^/JaMc/m 6<?rAU4Tr<c/& 5(te(cler$M 3^'325$ miin 1^0 f>a g �MEMO WK5. Jale. 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Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photo album of the 55th Annual Kosciusko Foundation Ball, January 8, 2005 Description An account of the resource Photo album of the 55th Annual Kosciusko Foundation Ball held on January 8, 2005, located at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, in Wilkes-Barre PA. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource January 8, 2005 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Photo album Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/918c491a3f29558ee1b37777a1265ebf.pdf 83f673e6736a66ee3aa565b5afc3f546 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contributions of the Poles scrapbook pt.2 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1939-1972 Description An account of the resource Manilla folder of written names, short descriptions of various Polish figures filled with various newspaper clippings speaking of and celebrating Polish heritage. A newspaper article detailing a letter "Ignorance or Prejudice" sent to the Smithsonian for failing to mention Polish heritage of various figures. This scrapbook compilation was likely an attempt by someone to research and write about Polish figures using newspaper clippings. This scrapbook contains a newspaper clipping of a controversy that occurred in 1981 written about by the Perspectives newspaper between the N.E.A. and the Polish Committee regarding approving a Soviet propaganda film called "The Unknown War" and contains a newspaper clipping of a woman named "Anna Tatam" from Wilkes-Barre. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Scrapbook https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/99917b6d9d483416704de0d327c40945.pdf 667768c341150c22358135cd7c2de8ad Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contributions of the Poles scrapbook, pt.1 Description An account of the resource Manilla folders of written names, short descriptions of various Polish figures filled with various newspaper clippings speaking of and celebrating Polish heritage. A newspaper article detailing a letter "Ignorance or Prejudice" sent to the Smithsonian for failing to mention Polish heritage of various figures. This scrapbook compilation was likely an attempt by someone to research and write about Polish figures using newspaper clippings. This scrapbook contains a newspaper clipping of a controversy that occurred in 1981 written about by the Perspectives newspaper between the N.E.A. and the Polish Committee regarding approving a Soviet propaganda film called "The Unknown War" and contains a newspaper clipping of a woman named "Anna Tatam" from Wilkes-Barre. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Scrapbook Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1939-1972 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/d11a05f08ca654291b2dce86a7786ac3.mp4 b528706e7d9de39e47c660294d556bdf Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! VHS collection videos Description An account of the resource A series of episodes from a popular, locally produced children's educational program called WOW! Co-created by Wilkes University and WBRE-TV (Channel 28), the show aired from 1992 to 2002. The Wilkes University Archives contains *some* of the VHS tapes from this show and have digitized it for the public. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University and WBRE-TV Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1992-2002 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! Episode 8 on American Quilts Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University/WBRE-TV Type The nature or genre of the resource VHS Film https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/0e5042534ca0ff8ebb1b70dfb2315d2b.mp4 1f3ed4150be97985c3e0ddd43b8b653d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! VHS collection videos Description An account of the resource A series of episodes from a popular, locally produced children's educational program called WOW! Co-created by Wilkes University and WBRE-TV (Channel 28), the show aired from 1992 to 2002. The Wilkes University Archives contains *some* of the VHS tapes from this show and have digitized it for the public. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University and WBRE-TV Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1992-2002 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! episode Season 1 episode 3 on French culture Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University/WBRE TV Type The nature or genre of the resource VHS Film https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/1e0eb68df7ab7fce3a99151d670362f0.mp4 d7604f8a1288e0e70c0edf139bc551a2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! VHS collection videos Description An account of the resource A series of episodes from a popular, locally produced children's educational program called WOW! Co-created by Wilkes University and WBRE-TV (Channel 28), the show aired from 1992 to 2002. The Wilkes University Archives contains *some* of the VHS tapes from this show and have digitized it for the public. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University and WBRE-TV Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1992-2002 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! Season 1 episode 2 on Volcanos Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University / WBRE TV Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1993 Type The nature or genre of the resource VHS FIlm https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/c4474b15edbadad33bffc6f19710620b.mp4 c0607d78342f500c7853d0228555ba99 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! VHS collection videos Description An account of the resource A series of episodes from a popular, locally produced children's educational program called WOW! Co-created by Wilkes University and WBRE-TV (Channel 28), the show aired from 1992 to 2002. The Wilkes University Archives contains *some* of the VHS tapes from this show and have digitized it for the public. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University and WBRE-TV Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1992-2002 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource WOW! Promo Season 1 episode 1 on Dance Description An account of the resource WOW! features The Encore Music Program and Degnan Ballet. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1992/1993 Type The nature or genre of the resource VHS Film Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University and WBRE TV https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/9857c968b72da20aeb66ed4032f74091.pdf 6a4c266404a61857327ebc94158f4706 PDF Text Text �G/^ th/? Zrfres �MRS. VINCENT ZNAN1ECKI 500 E. Main Street Nanticoke, PA 18634 �»» ���fasciuszl^ &// - �JIB 1 !*« 1 1 ������I~ |L ilh H -K �it.wviMiiiu aevrciary Stephen P. Mizwa (President), Frank N. Piabecki (new elected Vice-Chairman of the Board), Or. Joseph J. Kocya (newly elected Chairm: n of the Board), Cen. Joseph E. Barzynski. Page Four ��revised ?-Chair» of ad>pted by charge he most si and ii<| ? , itremely racken. C> 0 £ isecki And in is Dr zomlng .dation fY1 unique Mem’’raved <) ' ?■ : much single zeland. & conPolish out of esters, O 'Ll" fV ( j txcimvna 1. Zawacki (hecording Secretary), Stephen P. Mizwa (President), Frank N. Piasecki (newiy elected Vice-Chairman of the Board), Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan (newly elected Chairmen of the Board), Gen. Joseph E. Barzynski. Page Four Hation Lek to in the 0 '* ad the 5 supahd of their hxzxv — mviuuixig muse or Mrs. Kocyat friends — have never waned. It was, therefore, with­ out hesitation that the Board of Trustees unanimous­ ly elected Dr. Kocyan as their Chairman. �not now look back on the success which is their achievement. £ fyia+U Letters and telegrams In similar vein have been received from: Mllllcent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York: Harry D. Gldeonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buffalo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley. S. J., President of Fordham University, New York: Roswell G. Ham. President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines. Presi­ dent of American International College. Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass There have also been recelvd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram frem Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.t Miss Iza Mikuszswska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid floioering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. 1 K. F. Trustees present at the last annual meeting which ccincideo with the 30th anniversary celebration. L. to r.: Anthony J. Stonina, Dr. Anthony S. Mallek, Joseph F. Le­ ster, Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken (retirinjj Chairman of Board’), Prof. Edmund I. Zawacki (Recording Secretary), Stephen P. Mizwa (President), Frank N. Piasecki (newi/ elected Vice-Chairman of the Board), Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan (newly elected Chairman of the Board), Gen. Joseph E. Barzynski. Page Four THS OF set-up, a men of mlnlstra the Boa of and : Importa: R-’eordli difflcut with I prestige Amerlc; demic and person? Foundo Ils rim po res charac MacC the has i Truste In the bershl the I many womei been i porter tlreles for th the fi Jose pl Valley memb bers c on ti than larger name Amon tribut Nitio nine i the ft Dr. even the g progr Unite port frien out t ly ek �Q>aaia, vhzh revised - Chairof adptcd by charge he most • and tremely bracken. □ 73 O m U) in g o ■ £ co m ■ 73 lasecki And in is Dr 'yomlng \ rdation unique V( r Mem"'t ^graved \ Plaque n much i single ;veland. ye conPolish out of Lesters, oraroi. rror. tiimund I. Zawacki (Recording Secretary), Stephen P. Mizwa (President), Frank N. Piasecki (newi/ elected Vice-Chairman of the Board), Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan (newly elected Chairmrn of the Board), Gen. Joseph E. Barzynski. Pace Pour hdation ^ack to I in the /7 ind the us sup____ __ __ —. -**»**■■ of their friends — have never waned. It was, therefore, with­ out hesitation that the Board of Trustees unanimous­ ly elected Dr. Kocyan as their Chairman. I �not now look back on the success which is their achievement. * * * Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram frem Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent th? following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. K. F. Trustees present at the last annual meeting which ccincidec with the 30th anniversary celebration. L. to r.: Anthony J. Stonina, Dr. Anthony S. Mallek, Joseph F. Le­ ster, Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken (retiring Chairman of Board). Prof. Edmund I. Zawacki (Recording Secretary), Stephen P. Mizwa (President), Frank N. Piasecki (newly elected Vice-Chairman of the Board), Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan (newly elected Chairmen of the Board), Gen. Joseph E. Barzynski. Page Four 2)^. Gkai/MHatt ^Lte. feaa/id, tyriardz N. PiaAedzi fUice-Gka^unan THE OFFICERS of the Foundation, in the revised set-up, are: Chairman of the Board, two Vice-Chair­ men of the Board, President who is charge of ad­ ministration and carries out th? policies adopted by the Board of Trustees, Treasurer who is in charge of and supervises the financial operations (the most important being the problem of investments) and Recording Secretary. It is generally agreed that it would be extremely difficut to find another Henry Noble MacCracken, with both the prestige in the acaAmerican demic centers and the deep personal interest in the Kosciuszko Foundation and its aims and pur­ poses that have characterized Dr. MacCracken, the Foundation has among its Trustees — and in the wide mem­ bership outside the Board — many men and women who have been ardent sup sup-­ porters of and workers Dr* Kocyan 0®**) and Mr- Piasecki tireless for the Foundation from the very beginning. And in the forefront among these, second to none, is Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., in Wyoming Valley, whence^ come many Kosciuszko Foundation members and generous supporters of this unique institution. In fact, more names of Founder Mem­ bers and Benefactors from that locality are engraved on the Kosciuszko Foundation Benefactors Plaque than from any other community of this or even much larger size. For example, we do not find a single name from such a metropolis as Buffalo or Cleveland. Among the nine Founder Ljlembers (who have con­ tributed at least SjJWO each, including the Polish National Alliance of the U.S. of N.A ) three out of nine come from Wyoming Valley, namely: The Lesters, the Malinowskis and Miss Mary R. Koons. ' Dr. Kocyan’s interest in the Kosciuszko Foundation even antedates this organization and goes back to the grass roots of our efforts to arouse interest in the program of cultural relations between Poland and the United States. And his interest and generous sup­ port — including those of Mrs. Kocyan and of their friends — have never waned. It was, therefore, with­ out hesitation that the Board of Trustees unanimous­ ly elected Dr. Kocyan as their Chairman. �Dr- Kocyan’s r as Chairman of the Board was well receivedelection 1 o°m. the editorial Wyoming Valley as may be seen °CtOber 2°. 1955 under the i Wilkes-Barre Times Leader of title: foundation CHAIRMAN Elevation of Dr. Joseph J ffocyan to the chairmanof the board of the headquarters in New Yq^ Kosciuseko Founddtion~wlth not at an th™» °f- MS Q^alification thls c? damzatiorT^d others record of service to membei^of^t^b^ard^o?^ foundation, as well and acting charman Dr' frectors’ vice chairman choice to succeed hr m °Cy“n Was the lo^ical received the Medal of Ro? MacCracken who tm ^uichea service DrAn?U ?tan?g member of the medical profession, ■>n4hK J? hiS served hls country and community imth no less distinction through his extracurricular activities. With his background, it is understate­ ment to say the affairs of the Kosciuszko Foundation are in unusually skilled hands. In the period ahead, the Foundation faces a chal­ lenge that can only be met by the resourcefulness Dr. Kocyan is in a position to furnish. Greater Wilkes-Barre is flattered that Americans of Polish descent again have turned to it for leader­ ship, this time in the cultural realm. Since Dr. Kocyan was advanced from vice-chairmanship to chairmanship one vacancy of vice-chair­ manship occurred. The Trustees felt that this vacancy .should be filled by a younger man and Mr. .Frank N. Piasecki (an aeronautical engineer and helicopter designer and builder of international fame) was unanimously chosen for that post. The other o fleers werereelected for their respective posts: Gen. William H. Draper,, Jr., Vice-Chairman; Vice-Chairman Stephen P Za President; Edward C. Smith, Vice-President Edward C. Smith, of City Bank Farms?rs Trust Co., Treasurer; Professor Edmund I. Zawacki. head of the Slavic Department in the University of Wisconsin, Recording Secretary. The Foundation is in good hands and is starting thP second 30-year period with confidence. The Trustees have fastened the flag on another mast and the ship is sailing on. - S.p.m. Po-lidr/t AtfU'd'icjrCUtJ. JiP THE KARLOWICZ Concerto for violin and or­ chestra found its way to a Colosseum LP record (CRLP-190). Paul Affelder, in reviewing it in the High Fidelity Magazine for August 1955 (p. 49), says: “Except for Chopin, the music of Poland has, on the whole, suffered neglect at the hands of Western performers — undeservedly so, as this record in­ dicates. Mieczyslaw Karlowicz (1876-1909) was a more than ordinarily gifted composer, to judge from his ah!? ?nC.ert°’ an excePtionaHy melodious work After hearing it, one wonders why it isn’t in thn repertoire of some of our own concert violinists- it wo°S fbe a ^efreShing relief from the -uTrTn Of works for violin and orchestra that we are compelled co listen to season after season. It is a pity that *ts composer's life was cut so short (by a mountain avalanche when he was only thirty-three)”. We agree with every word of Mr. Affelder’s. It is also a pity that the recording of this Concerto is so poor from the point of view of technical repro­ duction. The record we bought for the Foundation had such unbearable surface noise that we had to return it in exchange for Chopin’s Concerto No. 1, played by Artur Rubinstein, which is superb (RCA Victor LM-1810) and perhaps the best of about a dozen recordings of this Concerto now available. Incidentally, among the best recordings of Chopin’s Concerto No. 2 are: Also Rubinstein’s (RCA Victor LM-1046) and Malcuzynski’s (Columbia 3ML-4135 and Angel 35030). JOSEF HOFMANN was featured in the High Fidelity Magazine for September 1955 by Harold Schonberg, who regards this “inimitable keyboard genius” as “the greatest pianist he ever heard.” Hofmann gave his Golden Jubilee Concert at the Metropolitan Opera House on November 28, 1937. Most of the pieces he then played (primarily Chopin) are being pressed by Columbia on LP record (ML-4929). This will be a col­ lector’s item (there was no high fidelity recording in 1937) and will give a good idea of the artistry of Josef Hofmann. His last New York appearance was in Carnegie Hall, early in 1946, when he was 70. Now he lives in retirement on the Pacific Coast. LEOPOLD STOKOWSKI is always in the news. Is he of Polish descent? How about the legend that his name was Stokes and he changed it to ’ski, like Pa­ derewski, for professional reasons? Oliver Daniel (in the Hi-Fi Music at Home magazine for SeptemberOctober 1955) addresses himself to the problem of solving these questions once for all and for this pur­ pose had a personal interview with the Maestro. Stokowski, “a young Pole from England” arrived in New York fifty years ago to become an organist in St. Bartholomew’s Church (then on Fifth Avenue, now at Park Avenue and 50th Street). Now, in an interview, “he stated emphatically that his full name is Leopold Boleslawowicz Stanislaw Antoni Stokow­ ski, and that he was named after his grandfather, a distinguished gentleman from Lublin” (Poland, not Dublin, Ireland). The biographical sketch in the last issue of Who’s Who in America gives the same combination of Polish names and states that he was born in London, England, in April 1887. His father’s name was Josef Boleslaw Kopernicus Stokowski. Mother’s name is not given. CHOPIN’S Krakowiak, Rondo, for piano and or­ chestra was recently brought out on 12-inch LP re­ cord bv VOX (PL-9030) with Orazio Frugoni, pianist, and Pro Musica Orchestra of Vienna, Hans Swarowsky conducting. It is a fairly good recording, better than the shortened version pressed on a 10-inch record by Page Five �1 lhat wa USuai ru ’ *t *£• Jt "a M?PelI°« thi“ty-tkX%m°^an 4orth^3. lt noi« that weUnhdatlon spin’s Conn?! had to Which S sunrtOu N °- 1. No. i « the bes?"? IRCA oncerto now of about recordings of available. 7^aDlu b-nstein’s (Rca v?\n’S Columbia 3ML-4133 and r®d in the High Fidelity by Harold Schonberg, keyboard genius” as leard. Hofmann gave the Metropolitan Opera Most of the pieces he ) are being pressed by 29). This will be a colaigh fidelity recording idea of the artistry of York appearance was when he was 70. Now icific Coast. ways in the news. Is he t the legend that his ged it to ’ski, like Paons? Oliver Daniel (in gazine for September=lf to the problem of r all and for this purwith the Maestro. rom England” arrived o become an organist ° then on Fifth Fifth Avenue, an i Lublin the tphical the same nerica g he was nd states that gpernleus StoKowsKl- '^u^a^ :nnu■ Ha"teller than r'cOr10^neh record n a mr ���1 ��������310CK * bbA9I 1-900-^5 i-’jees SOtP ceuiniH 20©trc^etumtfiRiastK5 1 ^^800*142-1^4662 SSTOGK*rpp\za 1 �The Kosciuszko Foundation 15 East 65th Street • . New York 21, N. Y. Monthly News Letter (Published monthly except July and August) Edited by STEPHEN P. MIZWA March, 1960 K.Q-. fadli. (5/ 74s f959-60 Sea-ian DPICATED in our Januai’y News Letter four K.F. Balls have been held during the current winter season, namely: BOSTON, Friday, November 13th in the Statler Ball­ room under the auspices of the Massachusetts Fede­ ration of Polish Women’,1'. Clubs and under the chair­ manship of Mrs. Joseph Kazanowski. The income from that Ball, received by the Foundation, was $1,800.00. It was the expressed wish of the ladies who arranged that Ball that the Foundation set aside $1,000.00 for the Modjeska Scholarship Fund from which one or two scholarships annually are to be awarded to young women of Polish descent in the field of dramatic arts. This fund will be reinforced from future biennial Balls of the Federation. The Founda­ tion will carry out the wishes of these good ladies, starting with the coming school year 1960-61. HOLYOKE,MASS., Saturday, November 27th in Roger Smith Hotel arranged by K.F. members in Western Massachusetts and under the chairmanship of Edward Berestka. This Ball brought to the Foundation a net income of $1,000.00. Sorry we do not have a photo of the working committee. Something not to overlook next year when the next Holyoke Ball will be held at Roger Smith, as usual, the day after Thanksgiving (Friday, November 25th) under the chairmanship of Walter A. Piekunka, Selectman of the Town of Hat­ field. "Z WILKES-BARRE. Pa„ Saturday, December 26th in Westmoreland Club arranged — as usual — by the ladies of the Polish Room Committee at Wilkes Col­ lege and under the chairmanship of Mrs. Edward Ko­ picki with Mrs. Emil Suda serving as co-chairman. This was their Ninth Annual Yuletide Ball and brought to the Foundation a net income of $600.00. This in­ come is unusually high in view of the local conditions under which these good ladies work. Wilkes-Barre does not have a sufficiently large ballroom to accom­ modate all the guests that would normally attend. NEWVORK, Friday, February 19th — for a change, after twenty-some-odd years at The Waldorf-Astoria, this year’s K.F. Ball was held at Hotel Astor under $ the chairmanship of Walter M. Golaski of JMJdelnhia. Hotel Astor has a beautiful Grand Bal rnnm Suite recently redecorated and enjoys high so- S pXe" our P— “ has cer“in advantages which were noticed or felt by our guests. It has a small movable stage, fewer loges than at the Waldorf and some loges (especially those seating 8 each) are rather poorly arranged, with a very narrow passage back of the loges. The reason why we went Presentees and their* escorts at the last Kosciuszko Foundation Ball in Boston under the auspices of the Massachusetts Federa­ tion of Polish Womens’ Clubs. The two non-Presentee ladies in the center, cutting the cake, are Mrs. Joseph Kazanowski [left], Chairman of the Ball, and Mrs. Edward M. Guzy, President of the Federation. £ £ g, 5 t Committee members and thetc-Jmsbands at the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Seated I. to r. are, — Dr*. Helena fiiTshin,'Mrs. Anthony Wallace, Mrs. Michael Weiss, Mrs. Theodore Salack and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki. Standing I. to r.: Dr. Joseph Rushin, Atty. Anthony Wallace, Michael Weiss, Dr. Theodore Salack and Vincent Znaniecki. Hl �/959-6O <Seo4GM vere noticed or felt by our guests. ible stage, fewer loges than at the loges (especially those seating 8 oriy arranged, with a very narrow * loges. The reason why we went -corts at the last Kosciuszko Foundation e auspices of the Massachusetts FederaClubs. The two non-Presentee ladies in cake, are Mrs. Joseph Kazanowski [left], Ball, and Mrs. Edward M. Guzy, Sent of the Federation. E the />"are- �Go+iceJit day ann^TJ Ada^TaT^ C£°Pin’S 151st birth" x 1 k~°sav^xnhx city ’by K F °Pnda^ion’s auditorium was filled to capa- new guests a^tTr’ friends’ and a ^ny gram conXtPd , Foandation- Mr. Kapuscinski’s prog nsisted almost exclusively of Chopin and other Polish composers — Pade­ rewski, Stojowski, Michalowski and his own ar­ rangements of “Variations on a theme by Paganini”. The life-story of Adam Kapuscinski was undoubt­ edly one of the attractions. Born in Poland in 1913 he began playing piano at the age of six and studied with the pupil of Liszt — Alek­ sander Michalowski — and later with Professor Drzewiecki in the Warsaw Con­ servatory. During World War II he Adam Kapuscinski was interned in a German concentration camp, from which he managed to escape, but to find himself in a Russian concentration camp. In Russia he was told to give concerts all over the country or be sent to Siberia. He decided to give concerts, but in 1941/42 he managed to escape to Persia with the Polish Army under General Anders. As a soldier, in Persia, he gave numerous recitals in Teheran for the Allied Forces — and for Iranian Wel­ fare purposes. He was also asked to give private les­ sons at the Imperial Court, to the three sisters of the Shah. When the Polish Army proceeded to Italy he was allowed, on the Court’s insistence, to remain in Teheran as music teacher of the Imperial Family. After the war he became a Persian citizen, was en­ gaged as music teacher at the Teheran Conservatory, and was decorated by the Shah for his services. But he felt lonesome for the West. In 1954/55 he gave a series of concerts in Paris, London, Rome, Milan, in Holland and the Scandinavian countries. He came to America a few weeks ago. In case some of our cultural clubs should be in­ terested in having Mr. Kapuscinski in their com­ munities, his address is as follows: 170 Park Street New Canaan, Connecticut K.o^ccaA-/2O-'r ezclto&l IN WINONA, MINNESOTA, Public School System there is one school which bears the joint name WasTiington-Kosciusko, Kosciuszko without the “z”. Teach­ ers from that school have been asking us for ma­ terial about Kosciuszko and we sent them such ma­ terial as we have available for distribution. At last a request came for a film about Kosciuszko and his Page Two part in the American Revolution. Unfortunately we do not have such a film and there Is none in exist­ ence. From time to time an ambitious amateur-director approaches us with a project to finance the produc­ tion of a documentary film on Kosciuszko; but when he outlines the probable cost, which is beyond the Foundation’s means, the project remains where It started. In 1977, 16 year from now, the United States will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the decisive Battle of Saratoga in which Kosciuszko had a pro­ minent part as a military engineer. Perhaps at that time Hollywood will see fit to produce a film on Ko­ sciuszko — at least “a million dollar movie”. We just heard about plans in Poland to dramatize the life of Kosciuszko on film. When the film will be ,, ready, we do not know. Xf. 4^. f Hall WilkeA.- HoMie, Pa>. December 27th the K.F. members and other friends of the Foundation in Wyoming Valley had the 10th Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball which was held in Hotel Sterling, Wilkes-Barre. Ted Maksymowicz and his orchestra, one of the perennial orchestras at K.F. Ball in New York, furnished music for this occasion. Mrs. Anthony W. Wallace of Swoyerville, Pa. was Chairman of the Ball Committee, Mrs. Michael L. Weiss was Reservation Chairman, Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki took care of Ar­ rangements and Miss Anne Grosek attended to Invita­ tions. The annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball in WilkesBarre was insisted by the Atty, and Mrs. active ladies of the Polish Anthony W. Wallace Barre was initiated by the College. Even though there were many social functions during the past Christmas holidays, the Ball Com­ mittee managed to realize $400.00 net for the Founda­ tion's Scholarship Fund. Hearty thanks to all those who made this result possible! — S.P.M. THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION 28th Annual Ball will be held on Friday, April 7, 1961, the first Friday after Easter, back at Hotel WaldorfAstoria. Reservations for Loges, Tables, and ap­ plications from prospective Presentees are al­ ready being accepted. As we go to press, five weeks before the Ball, most of Grand Tier Loges have already been reserved, Table Reservations are coming in, and the Presentee Council reports that more Presentee applications have been ac­ cepted than last year or the year before. All in dications point to a very successful ball. �■it a ^1 th1- Un. on U' jftsary o?711itedle>’e it ‘ b Million »roauc?erha^ a -& **h. ■ p.. r» n:~3= \ i\ Ihrnished _ ln. New york °ccasi°n. +l°r this’ ^aliace of SwnAnthony w^ChalrJ!Irvine, Pa CommM^n of the Ban We« , ea ,rSRM«hael L. Chairman^w«-=n Znamecki took eare ot rangements and Miss Anne Grosek attended to Invita­ tions. f The annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball in WilkesBarre was insisted by the J Mrs‘ active ladies of the Polish Barre was initiated by the hough there were many social functions st Christmas holidays, the Ball Comd +o realize $-100.00 net for the FoundaFund. H^ty thanks to all those fl ’ I f \ \ | ; result possible! — S.P.M. I" "ri H ri B rJ ^hsd0r^^DATI0N 28th Annml f don Friday, April 7, 1961, the after Easter, back at Hotel Waldorfiervations for Loges, Tables, and apom prospective Presentees are alaccepted. As we go to press, five the Ball, most of Grand Tier Loges ■ been reserved, Table Reservations n and the Presentee Council reports reaentee applications have beenaclast year or the year before. All In nt to a very successful ball. I '' -3 O O I Iri �Makowska deserve especial mention. Dr. Eugene S. Farley. President of Wilkes College, has also prominently iden­ tified himself with the activities of the Foundation dur­ ing the past several years. The Wilkes-Barre Ball usually nets several hundred dollars. The last Ball was their “off year" and brought only $100.00, but the moral value to the Foundation can­ not be measured only in dollars and cents. 4. On Friday, February 23rd, The Kosciuszko Foun­ dation 29th Annual Ball was held in New York — at the Waldorf-Astoria, as usual. Mrs. Frank N. Piasecki (wife of the well-known aeronautical engineer and inventor of Philadelphia) was the General Chairman and Mr. Ed­ win P. Shattuck, a distinguished attorney in New York. was Honorary Chairman. Other members of the Exe­ cutive Committee were: Atty. John S. Lacz, Dr. Joseph The K. F. Members of Western Massachusetts Ball Com­ mittee present a check for $900.00 to the President of The Kosciuszko Foundation. From 1. to r. Stanley J, Filipek, Vice-Chairman; Mrs. Stanley J. Filipek, Secretary; Ste­ phen P. Mizwa; Edward F. Grabowski, Treasurer; Mrs. Edward F. Grabowski, Ticket Chairman; Dr. Stefan S. Ziemian, Vice-Chairman. Mr. Walter A. Pickunka of Hatfield, Mass, was General Chairman of the Ball but was not present at the presentation of the check. in New York Mr. and Mrs. George Zgrodnik from Hat­ field added a $100.00 “tip” to the Foundation in addi­ tion to their loge reservation. 3. On Saturday, December 30th, K.F. members in Wyoming Valley (Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and vicinity) held theii- Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball in Hotel Ster­ ling — the leading hotel in Wilkes-Barre. Mrs. Michael L. Weiss of Nanticoke was the General Chairman (see accompanying photo of the Committee Members). As is generally known, that region of Pennsylvania, formerly depending mainly on coal mining, is one of the econo­ mically depressed areas. But our people there are very generous and active in many social and cultural en­ deavors. As in the case of Western Massachusetts, the Foundation has many loyal, active and generous members there. Dr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan, Miss Mary R. Koons. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Lester and Mrs. Mary The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Committee in WilkesBarre, Pa. From I. to r.: Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Attorney and Mrs. A. W. Wallace, Mr. and Mrs; Michael L. Weiss (Mrs. Weiss of Nanticoke was Chairman of the Ball Committee), Mayor and Mrs. Vincent F. Znaniecki, Dr. and Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz and Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Kopicki. Page Two Presentees at the K. F. Ball in New York, from 1. to r.: The Misses Wanda Leona Slezak., Christina Marie Slomkowski, Geraldine Margaret Mary Urbanowicz, Zofia Marianna Felton. L. Kostecki, Miss Janina Kremen and Charles Nosal, Vice-Chairmen; Casimir Jarzebowski, Treasurer; Miss Carol Wrublewski, Recording Secretary; Stephen P. M.izwa, Executive Secretary. And of course, there was the usual complement of various Auxiliary-Committees more or less active. At this year’s Ball we had four presentees, namely: Miss Zofia Marianna Felton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Sidney Felton, of Boston and Prides Crossing, Mas­ sachusetts; Miss Christina Marie Slomkowski, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Thaddeus J. Slomkowski, of Quincy, Massachusetts; Miss Wanda Leona Slezak, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley T. Slezak, of Flushing, New York; and Miss Geraldine Margaret Mary Urbanowicz, daugh­ ter of Mr. and Mrs. John Urbanowicz of Brooklyn, New York. Mrs. Stefan S. Ziemian of Ludlow, Mass., was Chair- �‘ — -'niese.'has alS1”’Kugenc s- Fanev b, \ 1 ^ral value to the Foundation can• -oidy in dollars and cents. iday February 23rd. The Kosciuszko Foun\nnual Ball was held in New York — at the >ria as usual. Mrs. Frank N . Piasecki < wile of wir aeronautical engineer and inventor of was the General Chairman and Mr. Ed­ uck. a distinguished attorney in New York. v Chairman. Other members of the Exeittee were: Atty. John S. Lacz. Dr. Joseph - m. * <he K. f• n* n m New York e Ganda '-'^e -^«na Leona W Zot,a Marianna Felten. 1 rbanmt^ CM >m Geraldine ^:‘cas^nZ^boa fnd CharIes .= wski. Recording Tr‘as^: MISS re SecrUaX a , ^etan: Ste’jh™ p- Mlz.m<nt nf n ' Anf °f COurse- theve wras the mtnt of vanous Auxiliary Committees more OlO. s Ball we had four presentees, namely: lananna Felton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. elton. of Boston and Prides Crossing. Masidiss Christina Marie Slomkowski. daughter drs Thaddeus J. Slomkowski, of Quincy, Miss Wanda Leona Slezak. daughter of Stanley T. Slezak, of Flushing. Hew York; raidme Margaret Mary Urbanowicz da^' :.r3 Mr. John Urbanowicz of Brooklyn, Ne ■»D S ziemidn of Ludlow. MW. "« ________ ���ZOth Ceqjqry Plashes f- 800-4? 1-46& �xjrj [iCteUijnvr) hl* ?I5 ?♦ tee -800-421-4662 STOCK # PPV81 ��lACYATO — fl > 'v 1 11 11 —____ ji* '■ •■;>4Ss IBt— .VI i I <•" 4JI 1 ����/ Znaniecki M50« t. Ma^S\rS34 Nanticoke. Nanticoke. rA ������/ y o - S-BARRE RECORD, MONDAY, DECEMB 300 Attend Kot (riiot<M by ftk! A. nrowtn The 15th annual Ko«>nuszlm Ball. hold la-t nieht at Irem Temple Country Club, was one of the highlights of the ■holiday season. An .estimated 300 isons nt tender] the ball, spon­ sored by the local chapter of National Kosciuszko Founda lion. Proceeds of the ewn will be used for the founda Cron's scholarship pro pram Which assists qualified Ameri­ can student’, regardless of race, religion or national ex­ traction. The ballroom was decorated with silver glitter, long red tapers end sheaves of tradi­ tional wheat to carry out the Old World theme. Ballroom dancing was interspersed with polka rhythms. Dancing was from 9 to 1. Breakfast was served. A number of dinners and cocktail parties pi needed the event. Mrs. Paul Dysleskl was gen­ eral chairman. Principals a1 the event ai-e shown in the two pictures. In the top photo, first row from left are Mrs. Clement V. Ma low, Mrs. Leo Filar, Mrs. .1 .1. Kocyan, Mrs. John Chwalek and Mrs. Stanley Chwalek. Second row: Joseph Ix-Mer, Clement V. Maslow, Len Filar, Dr. J. J. Kocyan. John Chwalek and Stanley Chwalek. In the bottom picture, left to right: Mrs. Anita Jancr.ch, Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski, Anne Mushinski, Mrs. John Drapicwski, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk. �300 Attend Kosciuszko Ball (Photos by Fred A. Brown) ftu * 3 □ -CM * £ I The 15th annual Kosciuszko Ball, held last night at Irem Temple Country Club, was one of the highlights of the holiday season. An estimated 300 per­ sons attended the ball, spon­ sored by the local chapter of National Kosciuszko Founda­ tion. Proceeds of the event will be used for the founda­ tion’s scholarship program which assists qualified Ameri­ can students, regardless of race, religion or national ex­ traction. The ballroom was decorated with silver glitter, long red tapers and sheaves of tradi­ tional wheat to carry out the Old World theme. Ballroom dancing was interspersed with polka rhythms. Dancing was from 9 to 1. Breakfast was served. A number of dinners and cocktail parties preceded the event. Mrs. Paul Dysleskl was gen­ eral chairman. Principals at the event are shown in the two pictures. In ■the top photo, first row from left are Mrs. Clement V. Mas­ low, Mrs. Leo Filar, Mrs. J. J, Kocyan, Mrs. John Chwalek and Mrs. Stanley Chwalek. Second row: Joseph Lester, Clement V Maslow, Leo Filar, Dr. J. J. Kocyan, John Chwalek and Stanley Chwalek. In the bottom picture, left to right: Mrs. Anita Janerich, Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski, Anne Mushinski, Mrs. John Drapiew­ ski, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk. r �1 o Twelve XX. tC/ - O TIMES-LEADER, ' •——~ y___ ______________ _—---------------- / / i*— Kosciuzko Ball Is Conducted At Irem Temple Country Club * ■ Photos By Fred A. Brown <rt TH 0 vOfrpt jp >r f. o. '> ■ .... and sheaves of traditional H The Kosciuszko Ball, tradi- tapers i tional Yuletide formal, was held ■wheat to carry out the Old] Sunday evening at Irem Temple 'World theme. Ballroom dancing h Country Club. The dance was •was interspersed with polka C sponsored by the local chapter :rhythms from *1 to 1. Breakfasti of the National Kosciuszko Foun­ was served. A number of dinners;d< dation and was attended by 300 and cocktail parties preceded the ti members and guests. Proceeds event. , I will be used for the foundation’s scholarship program which as­ sists qualified American students, regardless of race, religion or national origin. Shown In the top photo is a group of the younger set in the lounge of the club. Left to right first row: Sylvia Dysleski, Mary Ann Wozniak, Kathie Drapiew­ ski, Toni Drapiewski, Christine Kulczycki, Lorraine Leonard, Elizabeth Tubridy and Janet Schepej-. - • Second row: Richard Disque, Bernhardt Wruble, Michael Stxetanski, Jan Paul Drapiewski, Joel Turrell, Jack Malasnik, Ned Grif­ fith and Stefan Hellersperk. j Pictured in the photo at left before one of the colorful Christ-. mas trees at the club are, left to right—Paul Dyslewski, Mrs.] Paul Dyslewski, general chair-i man; Mrs. Joseph Rushin, co-, chairman, and Dr. Joseph Rushin. The ballroom was decorated with silver glitter, long red ...-------------------------------------------- 43^ o Htt J e--o o hJ ��Sfrrt^ htf* (Photos by Gcorse Chuklnas) More than 200 persons at­ tended 16th annual Kosciuszko Ball last night at Hotel Ster­ ling. Shown in some o£ the scenes are. top left, from left Io right: Rep. Daniel Flood, „Irs. Flood, Bernard Loefflad, Mrs. Loefflad, John Cresko, Mrs. Cresko, County Commis sioner Edmund Wideman, Mrs. Wideman: top right: James Feddock, Mrs. Feddock, cochairman; Mrs. Joseph A. Sku zinski, Mrs. Skuzinski, chair , man i lower photo: Vince Znaniecki, Mrs. Znamecta, Stef­ an Hellerspeck, Mrs. Heller­ speck, Clement Maslow, Mrs Maslow, Stanley _p°m^r0^ Mrs, Dombroski, Edward Ko- picki, Mrs. Kopicki, Mrs. An­ thony Wallace, Atty. Anthony Wallace, Mrs. Michael Weiss, Michael Weiss, Mrs. Joseph Rushin. Dr. Joseph Bushin 2-3 2 P.n> 3 3 3 - 9 a a a= 2 a S - 2 a 3 Sa y R v H m C* nSS 3 “Ml «« 1 BOO 4A1-4662 o> 1 U‘ «; O! co Pi» #! s �I Mark Foundation Ball Eighteen ritual and flourish matrkcd' Jcrystal Ition Ball that was held last night at m , Sterling. Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski wa ice commemo<J . rrf Millennium of chairman of the ball assisted b. 2 Mrs. James Feddock. Others serving on the com !• ly, the guests, mittee were: Reservations, Mr: .8 ‘ ing, danced to Stefan Hellersperk; invitation: and graceful Mrs. Edward Nork, chairman 8 “ !S fe U Mrs. Clement V. Maslow, Mn i to the modem Chester Udbanski, Mrs. Anthon; • From Poland's Wallace, Mrs. Louis Gawat: ar 5, music has al- rangements, Mrs. Anita Jane iry to the daily rich, chairman, Mrs. C li a r 1 e Leonard, cochairman; decora e. tions, Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki s precious pos-- chairman; Mrs. John Wojcik is been Chopin’s, Mrs. Joseph Rushin, Mrs. Helei W= 2 Emission, the Mosier, Mrs. John Cresko, Caro ?n prcudly pre­ Jendrzejewsld, Mrs. Anthony Wai •S S § ll dance of all lace and Felicia Perlick. i Polonaise, as Hostesses, Ann Mushinski irededication of chairman; Mis. Michael Weiss > preservation of cochairman; door, Mrs. Viol: N edom that Po­ Schwartz and Mrs. John Pocreva s&cS £ ri so little. A reception, Mrs. Norman Karmi . £ § w -2 vaged by war or 1 o w i c z. chairman; Mrs. Ale: J as long as its Kresge, Mrs. Richard Stefanski ;soul of the na- Mary Koons; publicity, Nel Wojnarski and Mrs. Joseph Pisz 1 the millennium czek. lof-arms of PoA . i , . -'ed on the mir' <u ° ’ oom. The decoraE 8 6d the long hisctf x • « ~ pat reflected her as a bridge beg-§,^..|'es of the East ? Si -E 2 >om the time of Christianity. 16th Kosciuszko Ba - e • r-”‘S S nE K&i 03 £c il3°i , e 8 ’-'wJC csl ■— SPAY, DECEMBER 27,Q966j_____________ nd’s Millennium of < EcE « 7; o £ o - —............ —■ —■—........... — ■' i" 11' 1^ 2' �a Eighteen xirs- : WILKES-BARRE RECORD, TLE 16th Kosciuszko Ball Notes Pola S'^fe?«'on5 SPAY, DECEMBERl^ 196^1 nd’s Millennium of Christianity d t",-■>-; Znanieckl', :-)>osler. ?u*in. 1MreW^j'ilkq ■•-'--•HsB-rBs ‘ ?erlifk yWaJ- 3nd ’ [r- Johnrp Viol« ' p £ ID - 5.-<O ® »w O' 1 ®-n! �Ad i Both Se; .North T? JeChn0108i5‘5 run Time — Nights ■ slit*.' * Pe^pp'^ sib 1 weeks to ' well I rth- ■ F UP- i vacation • ? nV”s delude ■ xs^pr/0^® kma’r’’cnai’! avajabj, Apply Personnel Office PRINCETON HOSPITA Princeton, MH!; lent . ■ in 1 Up | Ifl—Salesmen and Ajrent? j $18,000 13 leery Corp., Box port wo 24—Instruction Classes p ! ■U s. CIVIL SERVICE TEST I >x<.p,rvojnen II and over. Him itartinr p iitsisecura jobs. Short hour*. Advancanc ill Pension. Tt<ousands of jobs open. Frcpa i^'^ar el ’Xiremenu. L!n'OlP Pimais. _ £§ , i —Private Instruction ,(*i Fhoae 634-6630. After five. *54-883.1 ^'IaCVOKDION '■ xr ** Is :nStruct^r~^~~^r hol 30—burnished Rooms AN~c£kaN^ ROOM."*81 SOL' EEga Jpefcln <0—Articles for Sale __ ~~\o fneia. ' Comr ' iait*' ^havT'saws =823-**^ i' *•, ^-^-4. JfFr‘POVt3fcMCOMF A s»<Ry Fr^E'poiw- BgSW ‘ -I SPECIAL, | WEE* ONh T«iS : „ Geoumc ’w414x8x^*"’ J �j.floo-.'tsiTJteftSPs UlmffnmitsiK O*xy-My’“- 8to« #«K STO< ��Holiday 1 of Polish Circle, in s by the J h* % e V kJ Q rt' ' s r . , pi----- -— in ar oth °° th an gingerbread c members be upon request. Mrs. Tadeus the Dinner-Ba man, deserve p proved to be. . tive Committee ra Adrian-Adr: Walter Golaski Kafka-Kowal, ( o© o© Q) ■ "X 32 8 s p £• ft g Two happy scho tees: Left to Rij of the Chopin C dzimir; Trustee Tadeusz Sendzin scholars! The holidays this year saw cant Cresko of Wyoming Avenue, Kin; party at their residence. The Yuletide theme was carriei Shown before the beautifully d Cresko, Mrs. Stanley Urbanski a Mrs. Cresko chose a blue peau bodice and featuring white mini Sharing the festivities was M Mrs. Cresko was chairman of th* man. Following the cocktail party several went on to the balk (< �Gala Holiday Cocktail lJariy | Circle, in § I <3 by the John S. Creskos S u) CQ w <2 s S pi P? 111 ar th th ar gingerbread c members be upon request. Mrs. Tadeus the Dinner-Ba man, deserve r proved to be. tive Committei ra Adrian-Adr Walter Golask Kafka-Kowal. b L ~ CD G-.. ■«<■>- O I OT it Two happy scho tees: Left to Ri of the Chopin ( dzimir; Trustee Tadeusz Sendzin scholars The holidays this year saw cancellations of many parties, but Mr. and Mrs. John S. Cresko of Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, gathered many of their friends for a cocktail party at their residence. The Yule tide theme was carried out in the colorful decorations. Shown before the beautifully decorated tree in their home are: Mr. Cresko, Mrs. Cresko, Mrs. Stanley Urbanski and Mr. Urbanski. Mrs. Cresko chose a blue peau and white lace gown trimmed with crystals on the bodice and featuring white mink cuffs. Sharing the festivities was Mrs. Stanley Urbanski who chose a white wool gowns. Mrs. Cresko was chairman of the recent Kosciuszko Ball and Mrs. Urbanski cochair­ man. Following the cocktail party at which many committee members were present, several .went on to the balk (Corallo) �Gala Holiday Cocktail Party of Polish Circle, in 1 Ball: “A £ Followin Mrs. Send: four hund: One unit of tickets $15.00 per adults. It generation fully contir first try, o wonderful t sure that tl and young cording to tl are still not on each $25.( per ticket ma Incidentally PROGRAM s illustrations and ceramic 87 Held by the John S. Creskos THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION v.nuaJ ^L/uCs.tidE. JBatt Tickets 1 - $10.00 per couple Hotel Sterling - Crystal Ballroom Not Transferable . Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Tuesday, December 26, 1967 m "no a.m. c I ■u I'rOO o 1 I if Two happy sch tees: Left to R of the Chopin dzimir; Truste. Tadeusz Sendzi scholar The holidays this year saw cancellations of many parties, but Mr. and Mrs. John S. Cresko of Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, gathered many of their friends for a cocktail party at their residence. The Yuletide theme was carried out in the colorful decorations. Shown before the beautifully decorated tree in their home are: Mr. Cresko, Mrs. Cresko, Mrs. Stanley Urbanski and Mr. Urbanski. Mrs. Cresko chose a blue peau and white lace gown trimmed with crystals on the bodice and featuring white mink cuffs. Sharing the festivities was Mrs. Stanley Urbanski who chose a white wool gowns. Mrs. Cresko was chairman of the recent Kosciuszko Ball and Mrs. Urbanski cochair­ man. Following the cocktail party at which many committee members were present, several went on to the balk (Corallo) �of Polish Folk Dances by the Matusz-Polish Dance Circle, in keeping with the theme of this year’s DinnerBall: “A Salute To The Folk Arts of Poland.” Following their program, the Matusz Dance Group with Mrs. Sendzimir and Mrs. Senko at their head, led some four hundred persons in a beautiful Grande Polonaise. One unique feature at this year’s ball was the sale of tickets to the Dinner-Ball to college students at $15.00 per person, ten dollars less than the cost to adults. It was hoped that in this way our younger generation might be introduced to the ball and hope­ fully continue the tradition in later years. On this first try, over seventy students came. They had a wonderful time, especially since the committee made sure that there was an equal number of young men and young women, and arranged them at tables ac­ cording to their age. Though the exact financial details are still not in, there will probably be a slight loss on each $25.00 ticket, indicating that in 1971, the cost per ticket may have to go up to $30.00 per person. Incidentally, some copies of the SOUVENIR BALL PROGRAM still remain. They contain some wonderful illustrations of the various Polish folk arts: wood and ceramic sculptures: woodcuts: paintings on glass; the embroidery and decorations that enliven their dress; their wycinanki, the distinctive Polish cut-outs: etc. — and even the designs for the famous pierniki, Poland’s gingerbread cookies and cakes. Should any of our members be interested, free copies will be supplied upon request. Mrs. Tadeusz Sendzimir, the Honorary Chairman of the Dinner-Ball, and Mrs. John Senko, Jr., the Chair­ man, deserve particular thanks for the success the event proved to be. Among the other members of the Execu­ tive Committee deserving our thanks are Mrs. Kazimiera Adrian-Adrianowska, Mr. Raymond S. Babiarz, Mrs. Walter Golaski, Mr. Alexander Gregorowicz, Mrs. Kaye Kafka-Kowal, Mrs. Stephen Olko, Mrs. Alexander Szot, JIrs. John S. Cresko. Chairlady of the 19th Annual Kosciuszko Foundation TJ'all in Wilkes Barre; Mr. John S. Cresko; and their daughter, Miss Doris Ann Cresco. ✓and Mr. Henry Walker, all Vice Chairmen of the affair: ' Mr. Charles Nosal, Treasurer; and Mrs. George Suski, >1 Recording Secretary. Credit must also be given to Mrs. Joseph Kostecki, Chairman of the Presentee Com­ mittee for her hard work in attempting to find ac­ ceptable presentees: and to Miss Ursula Bestecka for the beautiful wycinanki that decorated each table. Thanks must also go to Mrs. Alfonse Bartosiewicz for her rendition of the national anthems. The Thirty-Sixth Kosciuszko Foundation Dinner Ball will take place on Saturday Evening, April 17th 1971, on the Saturday immediately following Easter. 9t Wai /J Wo^de^d /loll / ‘ Two happy scholarship recipients meet with two Trus­ tees: Left to Right: Mr. Daniel Pollack, former winner of the Chopin Competition; Trustee Dr. Tadeusz Sen­ dzimir; Trustee and Honorary Ball Chairman Mrs. Tadeusz Sendzimir; and Mr. Donn Alexandre Feder, scholarship recipient and concert artist. 9*1 Wil/zel fcaMie. Despite a heavy snow fall that covered Wilkes Barre on Saturday, December 27th, a successful ball was held for the benefit of the Foundation’s scholarship fund by the Polish Room Committee at Wilkes College. Thanks to a wonderful committee headed by Mrs. John S. Cresko, Chairman, and including Mrs. Edward Nork, Mrs. Stanley Urbanski, Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, Mrs. Clem Schwarts, Mrs. Michael Weiss, Miss Felicia Per­ lick, Mi’s. James Feddock, Mrs. Anita Janerich, and Mrs. Edward Mashlinski, the Crystal Ballroom of the Hotel Sterling witnessed a profitable and highly en­ joyable social event. Page Three 1 �1 lings win oe J f The Polish Room Committee at Wilkes College has been the backbone of Polish cultural programs in the Wyoming Valley. They have organized their ball for the benefit of the Foundation for the last nineteen years. eZedAiati ^7o. of Gkacom /It mtiY ffiitt-gliltiH* v Prior to World War H, the Foundation had organized a series of Summer Sessions in Poland principally in the fields of Polish History and Art. Now, for the first time since the outbreak of the War, this program is being revived, as fifty young American students prepare to depart for Poland on July 29th, for a four week stay in Poland. This Summer Session in Poland is a joint program of the Foundation and the Jagiellonian Uni­ versity of Cracow. Like the Junior Year in Poland which the Foundation runs in cooperation with Alliance Col­ lege and the University of Cracow, it is the result of some three years of negotiations on the part of the Foundation staff. Originally this Summer Program was to be limited to thirty students, but the interest has been so over­ whelming that the number has had to had to be ex­ panded to include fifty. Though open to all students attending an American college or University, including immediate high school graduates, preference was given to older students be­ cause of the unusually large number of applicants, on the assumption that for many graduate students and college seniors, this might be their last opportunity to participate in such a program while younger students will have a number of other opportunities in the near future. Participants in this program receive free tuition, the cost of their room and transportation while in Poland and a 2,400 zloty allowance for their food and miscellaneous expenses. The only cost to successful applicants is $11.00 for their visa fee and $370.00 for their round trip transportation from New York to War­ Z7/ 2.0th Actual KateUiAyko. fcall saw. The seventeen young men and thirty-three young ladies come from twelve states and Canada, with New York State, Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania being represented with the largest delegations. Though most major American universities are represented, not one of the successful applicants, indeed not one of the applicants, comes from an institution of higher learning run by a Polish religious order. As not one of the ap­ plicants for the Junior Year in Poland came from any such institution and as not a single essay was sub­ mitted from any of these institutions to our Millennium Essay Competition, one wonders what is going on in these institutions which draw so much of their financial support from the Polish American Community? During their first three weeks, the participants in the summer session will attend classes at the University of Cracow. In the mornings they will learn Polish, and in the early afternoon, they will attend classes on Polish literature, history, art and culture by Poland’s leading authorities in these fields. In the late after­ noons and evenings there will be a variety of cultural and social programs: films, concerts, art exhibits, tours of historic sites, dances and meetings with Polish stu­ dent groups. Weekends will be spent visiting neighboring points of interest: Ojcow, Pieskowa Skala, Zakopane, Lancut, etc., including such events as a visit to Tyniec by boat with a dance aboard ship on the return to Cracow. The fourth week will be spent in a torn- of Poland, with an emphasis on Wroclaw and Warsaw. If this program will be rim in subsequent years, it will probably be extended to six weeks, in conformity with most other summer study programs. The following are the fifty successful applicants: PARTICIPANTS IN THE 1970 KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION’S SUMMER SESSION IN POLAND BLAZEJEWICZ, Sophie Christine 2226 W. Cortez Street Chicago, Illinois 60622 BOBOWIK, Richard Zdzislaw Box 274-G Tuckerton,, New Jersey 08087 BOJARCZUK, Catalina 110 Walnut Street East Aurora, New York 14052 CHLYSTEK, Francis Anthony Route 3, Box 260 Homer, Michigan 49240 CHRYPINSKI, John 813 Trombley Road Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan 48230 CUBA, Stanley 2643 Utica Street Denver, Colorado 80212 Page Four CZARNY, Christine 5919 Larkins Detroit, Michigan 48210 GRAJEWSKI, Mary Jane 43 Westbury Avenue Staten Island, New York 10301 DEBIAK, Mary 155 West 81st Street, Apt. 3K New York, New York 10024 HOLLAND, Jean A. 2242 Monroe Street Madison, Wisconsin 53711 DRAPALA, Paula 139 Kent Street Brooklyn, New York 11202 KISLUK, Eugene Joseph 164 Grove Street New Britain, Conn. 06053 DYRCZ, Michael 11525 Thwing Rd. Chardon, Ohio 44024 KOLODJI, Susan 813 University Ave. S.E. #103 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414 GEMSKI, Christine 32 Somerset Street Garfield, New Jersey KOSZARSKI, Maria 421 Herricks Road New Hyde Park, New York 11040 GIERLA, Konstancia 78 El Camino Real Berkeley, California 94705 KOWALSKI, Mrs. Nettie 6007 Fullerton Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44105 oo _■ ■-4 CD S CU I 0 • "* in ganlzei part c supplK ed per "Cont’ Last Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, wife of K.F. Trustee and Former Wedd Chairman of the K.F. Board of Trustees, Dr. Joseph DETF Kocyan, was honored at the 20th annual Kosciuszko Ball, Comn held in the Hotel Sterling’s Crystal Ballroom, In Wilkeshonoi Barre, Pennsylvania, on December 26, 1970. Long active ance. in Polish Cultural affairs, Mrs. Kocyan was the one of Mich the founders and for many years one of the principal Scssli spirits behind the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee, Dane which sponsors the annual Ball. Mrs. Kocyan was pre­ the < sented with a bouquet of twenty red roses, one for each folk year of the Ball. news The affair, one of the highlights of the Wilkes-Barre dem i social calendar, attracted some two hundred persons. tion: Mrs. Stanley A. Urbanski, wife of the noted industrialist, the ' “ r. * Mrs. of tl Urbanski hosted the mem­ bers of the Committee at a reception in their beauti­ ful home. Miss Mary No­ vitsky was co-Chairman of the Ball. Among the other members of the Ball Com­ mittee were: Mrs. James Feddock and Mrs. Edmund Dreier, Invitations Committee; Mrs. Stanley No­ vitsky, Reservations Committee; Miss Felicia Perlik and Mrs. James Kozemchak, Publicity Committee; Mrs. John Cresko and Miss Doris Cresko, Decorations Committee; Mrs. Clement Sawicki and Mrs. Tadeusz Salaczynski, Table ArSurrounding Guest of Honor Mr. rangements ___ , Committee; is seated, are left to right: Mr. i Mrs. Norman Kamilowicz Stanley Urbanski, Ball Chairmai and Miss Mary Koons, Re­ lewicz, Dr. Joseph Kocyan, Miss A. ception Committee; Mrs. Chairman and Dr. Eugei Vincent Metzo, Program Committee; _______ vicuiwi . Mrs. Clement see Schwartz and Mrs. John Pocreva, Tickets Committee; me Mrs. Edward Mashinski, Mrs. Chester Urbanski, Mrs. DI Alex Kresge, Mrs. John Stashik, Sr., Mrs. John Stashik, art Jr., Mrs. John Urbanski and Mrs. John Pogoda, Patrons Committee. We extend to Mrs. Urbanski and her Committee our hearty congratulations for the wonderful success they organized. Mote ScliolcMlu^ fcooJeA When most persons think of The Kosciuszko Founda­ tion, they think of the many scholarships the Foundation has given over the course of its almost fifty year exist­ ence, of the many books the Foundation has helped publish and of the many cultural programs it has orPage Four �ganized. Rarely are they aware that an equally Important part of the Foundation's work is the Information it supplies to countless organizations, scholars and interest­ /It 20tk /Ituutal /alcuUgJea Hall ed persons. A case in point is the following article entitled ‘‘Contributions of Poles to America are Many." I 7~ 70 9“ WdJaeL-fcatee. Last November an article entitled “Look Out! Polish Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, wife of K.F. Trustee and Former Wedding!” appeared in the Magazine Section of the Chairman of the K.F. Board of Trustees, Dr. Joseph DETROIT FREE PRESS, it depicted the Polish American Kocyan, was honored at the 20th annual Kosciuszko Ball. Community as a group of alcoholic semiliterates who held in the Hotel Sterling’s Crystal Ballroom, in Wilkeshonor marital vows more in the breech than in the observ­ Barre, Pennsylvania, on December 26, 1970. Long active ance. In our November NEWSLETTER, we described how in Polish Cultural affairs, Mrs. Kocyan was the one of Michael Krolewski, a participant in our 1970 Summer the founders and for many years one of the principal Session at the University of Cracow, got his Polish Folk spirits behind the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee, Dance Group to organize a protest demonstration before which sponsors the annual Ball. Mrs. Kocyan was pre­ the offices of the DETROIT FREE PRESS. There were sented with a bouquet of twenty red roses, one for each folk dances and songs, and when the management of the ^year of the Ball. newspaper came to speak with the demonstrators, the * The affair, one of the highlights of the Wilkes-Barre demonstrators presented them with red and white carna­ social calendar, attracted some two hundred persons. tions, books on Polish history and culture, and a set of Mrs. Stanley A. Urbanski, wife of the noted industrialist, the K.F. DICTIONARY, in the hope that some members <~was~~Oh?ftrmair3f the Ball. Prior to the Ball, Mr. & Mrs. of the newspapei- staff would want to tap Polish literature* Urbanski hosted the mem­ in an attempt to correct bers of the Committee at their distorted views of a reception in their beauti­ Polish history and culture. ful home. Miss Mary No­ When this occured, Mr. vitsky was co-Chairman of Arthur O’Shea, a staff the Ball. Among the other writer for the DETROIT members of the Ball Com­ NEWS, the other major mittee were: Mrs. James paper serving the Detroit Feddock and Mrs. Edmund area, decided to write an Dreier, Invitations Com­ article that would present mittee; Mrs. Stanley No­ an objective view of the vitsky, Reservations Com­ Poles in America. Somehow mittee; Miss Felicia Perlik he was told that The Kos­ and Mrs. James Kozemciuszko Foundation would chak, Publicity Committee; be his best source of infor­ Mrs. John Cresko and Miss mation. He phoned New Doris Cresko, Decorations York and for almost two Committee; Mrs. Clement hours the Foundation staff Sawicki and Mrs. Tadeusz tried to supply him with Salaczynski, Table Ar­ the information he sought. Surrounding Guest of Honor Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, who rangements Committee; The result is the following is seated, are left to right: Mr. Stanley Urbanski, Mrs. Mrs. Norman Karnilowicz Stanley Urbanski, Ball Chairman, Mrs. Eugene Kusiearticle. We thought we lewicz, Dr. Joseph Kocyan, Miss Mary Novitsky, Ball Coand Miss Mary Koons, Re­ would reprint it, so that our Chairman and Dr. Eugene Kusielewilcz ception Committee; Mrs. members and friends would Vincent Melzo, Program Committee; Mrs. Clement see another side of the Foundation’s work, something Schwartz and Mrs. John Pocreva, Tickets Committee; more than scholarships and books. We thank the Mrs. Edward Mashinski, Mrs. Chester Urbanski, Mrs. DETROIT NEWS for their permission to reprint the Alex Kresge, Mrs. John Stashik, Sr., Mrs. John Stashik, article. Jr., Mrs. John Urbanski and Mrs. John Pogoda, Patrons Committee. We extend to Mrs. Urbanski and her Committee our (9^ PoleA. 7(J /IwieJilca hearty congratulations for the wonderful success they /Ite Matty organized. Mil. {jotepJt Kacqart cttaf'iG'Lod, 7he KateittA'gJzQ. ^■o.ttttrHa/ixj.u 94. Mote 7heat Scludatehift /IttcH Hoohi When most persons think of The Kosciuszko Founda­ tion, they think of the many scholarships the Foundation has given over the course of its almost fifty year exist­ ence, of the many books the Foundation has helped publish and of the many cultural programs it has orPage Four By Arthur W. O’Shea What is the heritage of Polish Americans? The question became pertinent last week when Detroit Poles, offended by a story published in the Detroit Free Press, picketed the newspaper and obtained an apology. “The Free Press story was the last straw,” said Cass Sinclair, of Warren, president of Friends of Polish Art in Detroit. “We accepted the fad of Polish jokes with good grace even though the jokes were basically cruel. �1 of the. A/fotiUt. dzieje oswiaty polonijnej w stanach zjed­ noczonych by Jozef Miaso, Paristwowe Wydawnictwo Naukowe, Warszawa, 1970, pp. 304. Laymen, not religious, were the first to establish schools for the children of the Polish American Community. They had come from Poland, escapists from political and economic strife and the strictures of partitioned Poland and attempted to instill in their children the culture they had left behind. After the organization of parishes, the parish priests took upon themselves the direction of these schools. Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Panna Maria, Texas, were the first settlements to have Polish parish schools. This happened around 1868. By 1887, over fifty Polish parish schools were in existence in the United States, with a combined enrollment of 14,150 students. By 1914, there were almost 400 such schools, with an enroll­ ment of 128,540. The larg­ est number were in Penn­ sylvania, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, New York and Michigan. The beginnings of the parish school were humble. At first, there were few decent accommodations and little money. Many times, the school would be organized ahead of the parish, often in a simple Mr. Edward J. Piszek shack. Later, with the ap­ pearance of churches, the church basement was used. At first, organists taught. They were people who had little education, and there­ fore the level of learning was low. Later, in the eighties of the nineteenth century, nuns of Polish origin, Felician and Holy Family sisters, took over the teaching posts. Still, the level of instruction left much to be desired. As Professor Miaso puts it: Mr. Tad S. Mizwa “The first significant step towards the real reform of Polish parish schools in America was the introduction of English as a compulsory subject, and the subsequent switch into teaching of arithmetic, geography, U.S. history, drawing and hygiene, all taught in English. Religion, Polish litera­ ture, history and singing continued to be taught in Polish. Despite the changes in Polish schools, their level was generally below that of public schools. As a consequence, young people weren’t encouraged to go on to higher education. The ten Polish secondary schools that were founded between 1887 and 1912 were in reality little more than preparatories for theological study. High fees, lack of impetus from the Polish-American community and a generally low standard of teaching contributed to the downfall of many of these secondary schools. Aside from schools, however, cultural activity in the Polonia manifested itself in other ways. The Polish press and Polish books played an outstanding role in spreading enlightenment among the immigrants. Such organiza­ tions as the Polish National Alliance, the Polish Roman Catholic Union, the Polish Women’s Alliance and the Polish Falcons, did much to keep up the standard of adult education. Toward the beginning of the twentieth century, many artistic circles and amauteur theatrical and musical en­ sembles were formed. This amateur artistic movement provided the opportunity for demonstrating to the rest of society the richness and depth of the Polish cultural tradition. The Union of Polish Singers, for example, had formed sixty two ensembles by 1910. Thanks to theii’ activity and those of many other groups, the societyat-large gained a new and meaningful element in its culture. The years between 1918 and 1939 saw, with the in­ dependence of Poland, an increase in the general educational standard of the Polish-American commu­ nity. University students of Polish descent began to or­ ganize Polish Cultural Clubs. By the end of World War H, the Polish-Amer­ ican community had be­ come fairly well assimilat­ Dr. Stanislaw Mrozowski ed into American society. The post-war period has shown a marked increase in national heritage. Many of those who now undertake Polish studies and who promote Polish cultural activities in the United States are third and fourth generation Amer­ icans, who learn Polish as a foreign language. Thanks to the general renascence of interest, Polish supple­ mentary schools have been on the increase. There are Dr. Warren Reynolds now over 220 of them in the United States. Dzieje Oswiaty Polonijnej w Stanach Zjednoczonych is the first comprehensive attempt at a look at what Polonia has done in the field of cultural and educational activity since its beginnings in the seventeenth century. The book was written by Professor Miaso thanks to a grant from The Kosciuszko Foundation and in cooperation with the Polish Museum of America and the Polish Roman Catholic Union. The book is available from The Kosciuszko Founda­ tion at $4.00 per copy including mailing charges. Albert S. 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They Vincent Znaniecki nresi F*uS <U and Mrsl(>^ Polish Room Presldent of th^ Milkes Col' �CERAMIC STUDIO 40 Bohoc St, SwoyetsviM’ GREENWARE 2. S* 2“ S’ O 28th Annual Kosciuszko Ball Highlights Yuletide Season a GO 3 3 JiT CD X 3 a*3 3 - -- < o 3 rr 1x3 to ■GC 03 - ■ s The 28th annual Kosciuszko Foundation’s Yuletide Ball sponsored by the Wilkes Col­ lege Polish Room Committee was a smash­ ing success. The Grand Ballroom of the Gus Genetti Hotel was transformed into a holiday Win­ terland with its colorful decorations and lighting. The Lucian Kryger Orchestra played for dancing and the highlight of the evening was the performance of the Polo­ naise led by Mrs. Thomas Breck, chairman, and Mrs. Frank Brozena, cochairman, and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, president of the WCPRC. Mrs. James Feddock directed the dance. Qfq Proceeds from the ball will be contrib­ uted to the Kosciuszko Foundation for scholarships. ■'3OS Committee aides as seen in top right) photo included: Left to right, Ralph Kon,!' Mrs. Ralph Conn, Mrs. Joseph Wilski, Joseph' Wilski, Miss Fran Hofherr, Thomas Breck,' Mrs. Thomas Breck, Congressman Daniel J. Flood, Mrs. Daniel J. Flood, John S. Cresko, Mrs. John S. Cresko, Dr. Francis Kopernik ’ and Dr. Lydia Kopernik. * Shown dancing the Polonaise in the bot-J tom right photo: Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J{ Breck, Mrs. James Feddock and Joseph R. Mros, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brozena, Mr. anq Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, Mr. and Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Weiss and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mashinski. Presiding at the sweets table as seen irC the lower left photo: Mesdames John Lough­ lin, John Pagoda, Susan Price, Stanley Ur­ banski and Leonard Stefanko. U-S £ • ~r—3 3S-. to 3 ’4 ~f S 98^3 ys ->Htd Q r-r * < s CD QJ W £ >^5 5’“ 2. _ <p < CD O - Co Z u *3 gu I I s - �• a 82,1 (_/ - MnavidjaNi Avams 3X0CK« bbA81 4-0OO-i51~im sow c«utrun bi«»iKi I I t E t t -I 1X1 L 2Oth 'CehtUtg ipia^tks H-eOO-'H2 ^46'e>'2 STOCK* PPV81 16 « m w COMMITTEE MEMBERS, DIG­ NITARIES — Shown are dignitaries and committee members for the ball. Seated, from left: Mrs. Daniel J. <1 ilOOIlb a jrgreen Flood, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs. Thomas Breck, Mrs. Thaddeus Nowinski, Mrs. Miss Mary Vincent Znaniecki, Glowacki, Mrs. Robert Capin and Mrs. The 27th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball, sponsored by the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee, was held Monday night in the Grand Ballroom of the Gus Genetti Hotel. The Lucien Kryger Orchestra and the Re­ flections provided music for continuous dancing for those in attendance. The group responded enthusiastically to the rhythm offered by the musicians. The decorative holiday theme, along with the splendor of the Grand Ballroom, prov­ ided an atmosphere of beauty and warmth that only the yuletide season can bring. Table decorations for the ball consisted of red over white tablecloths, with centerpieces consisting of red candles surrounded by rings of white and red netting placed on beds of pine and holly. Christmas trees, decorated with handmade ornaments of wood, straw and paper, in keep­ ing with the Polish tradition, were displayed. A Thomas Kelly. Second row; Congressman Flood, John Cresko, Thomas J. Breck, Tad Nowinski, Vincent Znaniecki, Robert Capm and Dr. Thomas Kelly. portrait of Tadeusz Kosciuszko, which was framed in evergreens, completed the decor. The buffet consisted of foods served during the holidays by those of Polish heritage, along with the more conventional type foods. Of spe­ cial interest was the dessert table, which was laden with traditional Christmas pastries and delicacies of Poland, baked by members of the Polish Room. Highlight of the affair was the presentation of the Polonaise, a dance of Polish origin, as it might have been performed in a royal court. Members of the club and their escorts executed the dance, under the guidance of Mrs. James Feddock. There are three local members of the Na­ tional Council of the Kosciuszko Foundation with headquarters in New York City. They are Miss Mary Glowacki, John S. Cresko and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, president of the Wilkes Col­ lege Polish Room. �>AY, DECEMBER 29. [97^ rhts Holiday Season DESSERT TABLE — Standing by the dessert table, which was laden with traditional Christmas pastries and delicacies of Poland, are from left: Mrs. Theodore Schwartz, Mrs. DANCING THE POLONAISE - Highlight < ball was the presentation of the Polon■ a it Polish Tad JtoMti and origin. his mother, Mrs. Thad•—Mrns and Mrs. James (Photos by Curtis Salomck) Stacia Monczewski, Mrs. Clement Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Noroski, Mrs. Joseph Wilski, Mrs. Clement Sawicki and Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk. Feddock, Atty, and Mrs. Bernard Hendrzak, Mr. and Mrs. John Pagoda, Mr. and Mrs. Ber­ nard Kolodziej and Mr. and Mrs. John Chwa­ lek. �(AY, DECEMBER 29, 1977 Season DESSERT TABLE - Standing by the dessert table, which was laden with traditional Christmas pastries and delicacies of Poland, are from left: Mrs. Theodore Schwartz, Mrs. DANCING THE POLONAISE - Highlight of the ball was the presentation of the Polon­ aise, a dance of Polish origin. Tad Nowinski and his mother, Mrs. Thaddeus Nowinski; Joseph Mros and Mrs. James (Photos by Curtis Salonick) Stacia Monczewski, Mrs. Clement Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Noroski, Mrs. Joseph Wilski, Mrs. Clement Sawicki and Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk. Feddock, Atty, and Mrs. Bernard Hendrzak, Mr. and Mrs. John Pagoda, Mr. and Mrs. Ber­ nard Kolodziej and Mr. and Mrs. John Chwa­ lek. �Q) - cn M a 5* ’ 2 5* S c-. < ri o x 2.« </> ??? JOLUJOJ <ni» o, . •yt2 ‘uBqjEN uiasx ‘uos uaqjo -ub oAeq osjb Aaqi £1 'WQ uo •lantmiMT umja ‘uos e jo qjJiq - i U § 9 B S fa fa $ aoth centWH Plates VaOO-42 1r4662 SfPQK* RBV81 c *■ BICENTENNIAL GROUP - Pictured is the Bicentennial Group at the Kosciuszko Ball. First row, from left: Atty. Frank G. Harrison, Luzerne County Bicentennial chairman; Ms. Rose Marie Walsh, lloons a jrgreeni Mrs. Stefan Stefan Hellersperk, lady of the Hellersperk, first Bicentennial of Luzerne County; Mrs. John Chwalek, John Chwalek and Mrs. John Whitby. Second row, from left: Dr. Clement Valletta, Mrs. Valletta, Dr. Richard Soter, Mrs. Soter, Ms. Jane Lampe, Al Groh/Mrs. Frank Baranowski Jr., Mr. Baranowski, Scranton Kosciuszko Foundation chairman, and John Whitby. �JdUIIOJ aqr ‘ueqiPN uiAdji ‘uos joqjo ■ub OABq U(J UPlJfl ‘UOS B JO qjJiq osjb A.iqi £1 Q1OCX * bbAP J HW <jS 4 a t! ,. SOJP b.-iPfK? 20th" century piasfit* 2Otn Century Plastics STd^aOO—421-4662 STOCK # PPV81 / 7 7(e BICENTENNIAL GROUP Pictured is the Bicentennial Group at the Kosciuszko Ball. First row, from left: Atty. Frank G. Harrison, Luzerne County Bicentennial chairman; Ms. Rose Marie Walsh, Stefan Hellersperk, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, first lady of the Bicentennial of Luzerne County; Mrs. John Chwalek, John Chwalek and Mrs. John Whitby. Second row, from left: Dr. Clement w-. Iloons u ‘rgreenj Valletta, Mrs. Valletta, Dr. Richard Soter, Mrs. Soter, Ms. Jane Lampe, Al Groh/Mrs. Frank Baranowski Jr., Mr. Baranowski, Scranton Kosciuszko Foundation chairman, and John Whitby. �DECEMBER 29, 1.97- reason DE’ with tr, and del Frcm L. to R.: Mrs. John S. Cresco, Co-chairman; Mr. Frank A. Groblewski; Mrs. Frank A. Groblewski, Chairman. "J/te. '/8tk flail 9m. Q/UiUze^-flangef Pa. POLONAISE jne presentation of t olish origin. 1 and his mother, M Joseph Mros and Mi WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA is one of the centers that in one form or another have been supporting, the A Foundation's. efforts from the very beginning. ' On December 28, 1968, the ladies of the Polish Room Committee at Wilkes College held the 18th Annual Ball at Hotel Sterling for_the benefit _of_Jhe Kosciuszko Foundation, with the result of $802.78 net income for the Foundation — Mrs. Frank A. Groblewski serving as chairman and Mrs. John S. Cresco as co-chairman. Starting 18 year ago with the Income for the Founda­ tion of $300.00, this annual social event has been increas­ ing in popularity and support of the community to the extent that lately the net income amounted to or close $1,000.00. As a result the^Foundation has been in a posi­ tion to grant at least .a couple of scholarships every year to students.from Wyoming Valley (Wilkes-Barre and vicinity). We should like to convey our heartfelt appreciation to the 1968 committee for a job well done, and express the hope that the younger generations will continue this annual social event combined with fruitful results.— —S.P.M. �o' ‘St 0) s 2 y 3 ^|s< 5 2 5 |. John S. Cresco, Co-chairman; wski, Mrs. Frank A, Groblewski, Chairman. ^■Aania is one of the centers ■r have been supporting the ■be very beginning. ■he ladies of the Polish Room ■e held the 18ih Annual Ball ■ .feffnelut of The Kosciuszko ■t of $802.78 net income for ■ink A. Groblewski serving as ■ Ci ‘>co as co-chairman. ■h the income for the Founda■M.»c.:al event has been increas!■/.- of the community to the Income amounted to or close feiodixXah h*3 been in a posi-wit <J scholarships every lf.» Valley 'Wilkes-Barreand fr our - - (rin conunue this . U. �>AY, DECEMBER 29, 1.977 �����suoofl �I �\loon ���st* GOLDEN BENEFACTORS Congressman & Mrs. Paul E. Kanjorski tn SILVER BENEFACTORS 0 § 4 a. c/> r0) Forty - Fourth Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball Saturday, January 6,1996 Miss Dolores Bennett Dr. & Mrs. John S. Biernacki Ms. Norma Craythorne Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen Mr. & Mrs. John Broda Mr. & Mrs. Frank Kukish Frank Kwiatkowski Real Estate Mellon Bank Polish American Congress of NE PA Miss Dolores L. Polinski Mr. & Mrs. Edward Price Drs. Joseph & Halina Rushin Mrs. Olivia Skuzinski . Rev. Bernard Toloczko Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Urbanski Mrs. Mildred Weiss Mrs. Jule Znaniecki raw Kaminski Brothers, Inc. Dr. & Mrs. Frank C. Olshemski Auto Bus Mr. & Mrs. Edward Deets �Kosciuszko Yuletide Ball The Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball attracted 140 guests to Genetti’s Grand Ballroom Saturday for an evening of dinner and dancing. Proceeds from the $40-per-person event benefit the Kosciuszko Foundation, which supplies scholarships to post graduate students. Following a dinner of filet mignon, guests danced to the music of George Tarasek Jr. Shown at right are ball organizers and guests: Andrew Jecen and Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson; Dolores Bennett, chairperson; Mildred Weiss, Josephine Zuba, Alice Kwiatkowski, Foundation president, and Frank Kwiatkowski. For additional Kosciuszko Ball photos, see next Saturday’s Times Leader. TIMES LEADER/BOB ESPOSITO �SPONSORS Mr. & Mrs. Edward Bialogawicz Mrs. Mary Bunsick Mr. & Mrs. Peter DeMuro Mrs. Stasia Feddock Mrs. Wanda Jarecki Mr. & Mrs.Teofil Jendrzewski Mr. & Mrs. Raphael Kon Mrs. Sophie Koscielski Mrs. Regina Myefski Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Piscotty Mrs. Helen Procreva Mr. & Mrs. Clement Sawicki Dr. & Mrs. Carl Urbanski Mrs. Helen Tomporowski Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski Mrs. Chester Zimolzak Mrs. Josephine Zuba PATRONS Ms. Helen Res Mr. & Mrs. Henry Wilpizewski Mrs. Joseph Wilski O 0 5 "2 tn 5 ® X E 5 2 E o c H ’ E "8 © sSIsihHs ® E » © 12 o C) P (J S« » C £ S * $ £ H ? IS u « »a « w £ a.?SS.? ?! £ P 'J 6“Z£j o "-8 • 0) (A o q U) E 2 I ra I �TartuA*. I "•nrtTWaram «*** J«e«m and JArt 1 Kwlatk.ow*U, Foundation preaident, and Frank I Kwiatkowski, For additional Kosciuszko Ball photos, see next Saturday a Times Leader, TkfFbLCAf'etlHOS Traditional Kosciuszko Ball held at Genetti’s The Wyoming Valley’s 46-year tradition of the Kosciuszko Ball continued at Genetti’s Hotel and Convention Center Saturday night The ball, named for Polish patriot Thaddeus Kosciuszko, is sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee. From the left, Jule Znaniecki, Genevieve Witkowski, Stacia Feddock, Jeri Jecen, Dolores Bennett, Clem Sawicki, Cele Sawicki, Janet Kon and Raphael Kon. �■ 7W Under. Wilkes-Barre. PA. Salurday. January 13.1W Society Scrapbook Kosciuszko Ball concludes local winter ball season ■ TIMES LEADER PHOTO/BOB ESPOSITO Close to 140 guests gathered at Genetti’s last weekend for the 44th anniversary Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball, which organizers billed as the grand finale to the local winter ball season. Shown above are some of the younger guests who attended the affair, from left: Steve Jecen, Vanessa Jecen, Colleen Jecen and Tim Ahrens. The event was sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee, which is led by Alice Kwiatkowski. Proceeds of the $40-per-person affair benefit the Kosciuszko Foundation’s scholarship program for postgraduate students. George Tarasek, al far left, provided music lor dancing at the Kosciuszko Ball. Socializing with him during the pre-dinner cocktail hour are his wife Dorothy Tarasek and guests Anne Sandt, Joseph Nareski, Dolores Mfozinski and Joseph Mrozinski. �IM Thr Under, w*.eS.BarrB, PA, Salurday. January 13.1996 ison /BOB ESPOSITO Close to 1 Foundatioi season. SI Jeceri, Vai led by Alice foundation’s id music for lour are his and Joseph itional Kosciuszko Ball held at Genetti’s yoming Valley’s 46-year tradition of the Kosciuszko Ball I at Genetti’s Hotel and Convention Center Saturday ill, named for Polish patriot Thaddeus Kosciuszko, is sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee. From the left, Jule Znaniecki, Genevieve Witkowski, Stacia Feddock, Jeri Jecen, Dolores Bennett, Clem Sawicki, Cele Sawicki, Janet Kon and Raphael Kon. ___________ �" thXs l'Tim u Ro°'”Commi eed •he KOSC1US o etoll held Saturday, Jo., 4, in the grand ballroom ol the Genetti Hotel and Convention Center ■ ' Wilkes-Barre. Evo Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn, J D„ Ph D,, consul, Embassy of he Republic of Poland, Washington, D.C., was the hono.ed 10* ——-------------- guest and speaker at the event ► Munnerlyn spoke about Tadeusz Kosciuszko, hv ° s°n of liberfy who >eft his home in Poland to fight for the American Revolution. The ball was CARA MENICHELLI Times Evader . Photographer 4 named in his honor. Inspired by the success of democracy in America, Kosciuszko returned to Poland to con­ tinue what he saw was a just cause — freedom for all people. As a tribute to Kosciuszko, and to perpetuate •j I . I viiim du pci peiuui his ideals in the two countries he served, the United States and Poland, the Kosciuszko Foundation was formed in 1925. The local club, known as the Wilkes University Polish Room i • Society, holds monthly dinner meetings. Membership is open to Americans of Polish ancestry. For more information, call Jule Znaniecki at 735-0272. Jule Znaniecki of Nanticoke, left, and Mark and Joann Brown of Mountaintop, stand near honored guest Ewa Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn, consul, Embassy of the Republic of Poland, Washington D.C., at the Kosciuszko Ball. Dolores Bennett of Plains Township and James Munnerlyn are shown at right. Kosciuszko Ball was a formal but festive affair hen a party features a por­ trait of Gen. Tadeusz Kosciuszko, flanked by the flags of the United States and I Poland, chances are you’ve entered the Wilkes University’ Polish Room Com­ mittee Kosciuszko Ball. I The Grand Ballroom at Gus Genet­ ti’s was the site for the 47th Anniver­ sary ball, an annual black tie event, held Saturday, Jan. 4. Among the 170 I attending were Stacia Feddock, Joanna I Radzwilla Brown and Mark Brown and Dolores Bennett, who began the evening mingling with friends during cocktails at 6 p.m. They enjoyed hors d’ouevres of Italian meatballs, mini­ potato pancakes with applesauce and sour cream for dipping and sweet and sour chicken. Music was provided by Diane O’Mal­ ley. assisted by Mary Watkins, with beautiful selections played on the harp. lame and black ribbon with swirling gold willow branches and dendrobium orchids and spider poms. And the portrait of Kosciuszko commemorated the 200th anniversary7 of his return to the United States after being pardoned from imprisonment in Russia. Kosciuszko helped George Washington design defensive battle­ ments at Valley Forge to fortify the colonial army during the harsh winter of 1777-78. Following dinner, Ellen and Jerry’ Mondlak, Mr. and Mrs. Stan Urbanski and Andrew and Jeri Jecen danced to a variety of polkas, waltzes, obereks and slow ballads provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Proceeds from the ball benefit scholarship funds for Wilkes Universi­ ty’ and the Kosciuszko Foundation. W SOCIAL SCENE This year’s honored guest was Eva Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn, first secretary to the co-counsel-gcneral. Republic of Poland. Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn has served as counsel to the Vatican. Ceil and Clement Sawicki, Joe and Jane Acri, and Loraine and Leonard Gunsior dined on tropical dream salad, prime rib au jus and chicken Chesapeake with a Mandarin orange supreme cake for dessert. The tables were highlighted by pedestal floral arrangements of gold Lots of folks were out and about on 2. Ilf « § 3 ■- a 1U O cr 2- 5 =r ff o n JL.Q- S O 3- Nearb 2.’° tt ® 01 "o p o ;e Polis sciuszkc 2- Q 8 O £ B 3 S Ikes-Bai T fra n pj i ■ tmorate, liege. [ Lucyl ar asso S — 3 EL 3 3*^ 3 8 Ush Root nior Colley igene Far! o - 2-°* o « istee of the M » S’ « P J Slavic pe ablish ethn In Februa der the gu >eph Kocyan wegan the work of esl J Wilkes College Polish Room Com Recognition was civpn — S’S’p to ° o New Year’s Eve. This year’s celebration marked a first for the city of Wilkes-Barre with the First Annual Coal Drop on Public Square. Thousands of people hit down­ town, braving frigid temperatures to celebrate both on and off the Square. Gus Genetti’s hosted a New Year’s Eve party. Partygoers enjoyed continu­ ous entertainment from the New York Times Band and DJ Frankie Carll and enjoyed a meal of prime rib and lob­ ster. About 200 people filled the Tiffany Ballroom at the Ramada Hotel, dining and dancing with DJ music from Pete Bell Enterprises and gazing out the windows waiting and watching the festivities on the Square. Mayor Tom McGroarty and several city officials held camp at the Ramada and were thrilled by a phone call from the ABC television network trying to establish a link to hear the crowd’s ■ See FESTIVE, Page 5D �Members of the invitations committee Include, from left, first row: Stacia Feddock and Cell Sawicki. Standing: Mary Bunslck, Geri Jecen, Dolores Bennett and Janet Kon. Kosciuszko Ball will return to Wyoming Valley Jan. 6 Following a one year hiatus, the Kosciuszko Ball will return as the “grand finale of the holiday season." Geri Jecen and Dolores Ben­ nett have volunteered to chair the event in order that a Wyoming Valley tradition of 46 years dura­ tion may continue. The ball will be held Saturday. Jan. 6 in the Grand Ballroom of Gus Genetti's Hotel in WilkesBarre. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek orchestra. The ball Is expected to attract a .§ is ci © n m a. 3 ch fresh group of business and pro­ fessional people as well as educa­ tors from Wilkes University and dignitaries from the Kosciuszko Foundation in New York. Thaddeus Kosciuszko was one of the engineers who developed the plan for West Point Military Academy, as well as an American military hero and Polish patriot. Persons wishing to be Invited to the ball may contact Cell Saw­ icki at 735-1522. Invitations al­ low an Individual to arrange for a table of 10 friends. o£ s e Is fJ K c 3 * ■*< S Sb £ 6 ~ U, w o § & harp. tio c 7; Isl±* 8c �3“ g CO *-3 < a* 6 o 3.3 ■g a> S q - p? I a Kosciuszko Ball will return to Wyoming Valley Jan. 6 s« fresh group of business and pro­ fessional people as well as educa­ tors from Wilkes University and dignitaries from the Koscluszko Foundation In New York. Thaddeus Koscluszko was one of the engineers who developed the plan for West Point Military Academy, as well as an American military hero and Polish patriot. Persons wishing to be invited to the ball may contact Cell Saw­ icki at 735-1522. Invitations al­ low an individual to arrange for a table of 10 friends. gf ffj ■IO Members of the Invitations committee include, from left, first row: Stacia Feddock and Ceil Sawicki. Standing: Mary Bunslck,r Gerl Jecen, Dolores Bennett and Janet Kon. Following a one year hiatus, the Koscluszko Ball will return as the “grand finale of the holiday season.” Geri Jecen and Dolores Ben­ nett have volunteered to chair the event in order that a Wyoming Valley tradition of 46 years dura­ tion may continue. The ball will be held Saturday, Jan. 6 in the Grand Ballroom of Gus Genetti's Hotel in WilkesBarre. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek orchestra. The ball is expected to attract a « E g 5 2 •=> E G hOIP g Si oE £ toK o « £( 3- © OJ n 2 oE -g £ 5 O g, ca“-■B E O CO ° 2 ” --T .c ««“ - E ,sj 55 , ~ 5 © cu co £ q •& -o N _ -£ - cn -wee S,ju- ' ,g-.g UJ ~ a£ * S S a. £ p w S e £ 73 f 55 ~ JC E 5 w .52 *S C <U < £68 g|£ § § <D E &S £ n SS Sfi w. 3 3 cz> S o e *s fl> 03 Ifg-“8 fJ co O - R E.5 E O F g 3 X 3 O -u 3 co S 8 �Kosciuszko Ball to be held Jan. 6 The Kosciuszko Ball, sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee, will be held Saturday, Jan. 6, following a oneyear suspension. It will be held in the Grand Ballroom of Genet­ ti’s, Wilkes-Barre, beginning at 6 p.m. Music will be provided by George Tarasek’s Orchestra. Dolores Bennett, left, and Geri Jecen are chairpersons of the event. The Kosciuszko Ball had been a tradition in the Wyoming Valiev area for 46 years and is named after Thaddeus Kosciuszko. Persons wishing to be invited to the ball may contact Ceil Sawicki, 735-1522, to have their party added to the invitations list. Persons receiving an invitation may bring a table of 10 frieds along with them. net. ch^deve^SW uszk0 (ood. *e^ ££ E & �H =r S R c = HsgS ® "go. » q-5 O-»’O 5 tt> 5 .y® 3 3 3 &s CD z: S’ £ 5' 1 “« |P3B' g ’j. QQ 22^ 2 □-g o 2. cr co 2 En’ * iunareds Attend Annual kosciuszko Ball Nearly 200 people joined the Wilkes Col- n—^jgrMirww—■■■ 'e Polish Room Committee at its annual sciuszko Ball Sunday night at Genetti’s, Ikes-Barre. This year’s event comsmorated the 50th anniversary of Wilkes liege. Lucyle Davis, chairperson, noted the 32 ar association between the college and the lish Room. It was 1947 when Bucknell nlor College became Wilkes College and Dr. igene Farley, its first president and former istee of the Kosciuszko Foundation, invited i Slavic peoples in the Wyoming Valley to ablish ethnic rooms at the college. In February, 1950 a group of local wom,en der the guidance and direction of Mrs. seph Kocyan began the work of establishing i Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. Recognition was given to members of the Congressman-elect Attends Ball Ikes College family by officials of the Polish Joseph and Dr. Halina Rushin, D. Charles and Lucyle Among those on hand for the ball were, from left, pm. Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, past presiDavis, Mrs. John T. Loughlin, Raphael and Janet Ron. Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Znanecki, Congressman-elect nt, presented the college with a plaque in Frank Harrison and Attorney Patricia Howe, Dr. (CV Photos by AlSukowaskl) nor of its 50th anniversary and the co­ nation between the two organizations. jiy><1,. ■' .■ Halina Rushin, president, noted the conbutions of Wilkes president Robert Capin in j growth of the Polish Room. Special cognition was given to John Chwalek, cominity relations staff at Wilkes College. jlania Hellerspeck of the Polish Room nted out that through Chwalek’s years with s college, the Polish Room Committee.has m its dream become a significant part of npus life. Guests at the ball danced to the music of : Kryger Brothers Orchestra. A special nemade pastry table was another popular iture of the event. Table decorations used j golden anniversary theme with gold lloons surrounded by red ornaments and jrgreens. �VIGNETTZS OF TEE VALLEY ( by /% S>^^bield t CHOULD like to have seen the dance sequences at the National I Folk Festival in Washington, over the weekend. General news releases reveal that those present learned that the "Susy-Q” as done there, was not unlike a Klexican folk dance also seen. The "two-bit.” another modern bit of light fantastic, looked suspiciously like a Lithuanian Wed­ ding dance called .a “vesturia.” - It all reminds that the dances seen last week in the laborate Kosciuszko Foundation pageant. “A Nignt in Poland," staged at Irem Temple, was one of the week's most vivid memories. Dressed in the gayest costumes, local Polish lassies and lads went through two routines that seemed as intricate as they were active. First,' there were the Kilawiak dancers, then the • peasant Mazur dancers. The minuet which had been daintily stepped off, but a few acts before, seemed staid and insipid bld. comparison. The Sir Roger de Coverly (better known as the Virginia. Reel) was a lot more Big Applish but still did not have the abandon or .dash thaf'features the Polish folk dances. The girl dancers had donned the balloon-skirted frocks with tuckedin basques, embroidered vests and three-cornered scarfs on their heads. These costumes of distinct old-world design were worn above slight slip­ pers and pumps that can be found only in America. It .was character­ istic garb from the old world and the new. . The full-skirted, tightwaisted frocks are so like the "dirndls” that all girls will wear during summer playtime hours. In fact the peasant frocks inspired them. You all know.the fun that the girls are having wearing threecornered scarfs tied under their chins while motoring, golfing, going to school, etc. Proving that last week’s Polish pageant might well have been a preview of summer styles. Kosciuszko Ball to be held Jan. 6 The Kosciuszko Bal], sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee, will be held Saturday, Jan. 6, following a onerear suspension. It will be held in the Grand Ballroom of Geneti's, Wilkes-Barre, beginning at 6 p.m. Music will be provided by Dolores Bennett, left, and Geri Jecen are chairpersons of the Jeorge Tarasek s Orchestra. The Kosciuszko Ball had been a tradition in the Wyoming Valley rea for 46 vears and to is named after Thaddeus Kosciuszko. Xhing be invited to the ball may contact Ceil S* ong with them ------- V—O—V-------THE Pageant concluded with "The 1 Trioute of Nations," a parade of .38 young women representing the nations. Of course. Irene Lester, as Poland, and Dorothy Jarnos, as the ’CjideiL_Sjat.es ol America, were out­ standing for they were gorgeously "got up" and appeared on the stage amid a burst of fanfare. Runnersup from the ranks were Mrs. Leo Schwartz, as Wales, and Helen Florkowski. who swaggered jauntily - radition upheld We would like to thank Dolores Ben­ net, chairperson, and Jerri Jacen, cochainnan, and everyone responsiblefor the elegantfestivities at the Kosciuszko Editor: The decorations, food, the band * old and new favorites, and, of -'se in att *»ce helped Ball “asu li when he was sent to a private school of the Piarist Fathers in Lubieszow. There he remained until he was I fourteen. From the age of fourteen to nineteen he was at home again, reviewing, expanding, thinking over things he had learned at school, and reading about heroes of days gone by. His favorite here was Timoleon, the Corinthian, in Cornelius Nepo’s famous biographies. Timoleon stir­ red the Polish boy’s imagination. He freed his native land of barbarian oppressors, ruled it when necessary but ruled it with kindness and wis­ dom, and then retired into quiet life until his country needed him again. In 1765 he was admitted to the newly opened Royal Military Academy at Warsaw (the then Polish West Point), where he specialized in military engineering and fortification. Upon completion of his course, in 1768. he was given the rank of a commissioned officer and was retained on the teaching staff. In 1769, he received from “the last King of Poland” a scholarship to pursue his specialty at a military academy in Paris, where he re­ mained until 1774. When he returned from France in 1774 he found that conditions at home had changed. The first par­ tition of Poland had taken place. He | found himself in an atmosphere of despair. A disappointment in love I added to his unhappiness. In the late summer of 1175 the i news reached him that the Amer- ' ican Colonists had taken up arms in defense of freedom. He borrowed some money, procured passage to France, thence to Philadelphia— where he arrived late in August, 1776. On August 30 he presented his Memorial to Congress stating his readiness to serve in the American cause and was appointed Colonel of Engineers at the recommendation of the Military Committee on October 18th. Kosciuszko’s contribution to the success of the Revolution lies within the realm of military engineering and fortification—besides unwaver­ ing enthusiasm for the cause of .liberty. While awaiting definite ap' pointment from Congress, he worked out a plan of fortification at Billings­ port, near Philadelphia. Then, till April 1777, he was engaged in the | task of fortifying Philadelphia. Then 1 he was assigned to the Army of the ■ North where his first task was to ! strengthen the works at Ticonderoga, then to construct the fortifications at West Point. He came to West Point March 26. 1778, and "stayed on suffering from his wounds, broke �s AY EVENING, DECEMBER 12, 1952 HTKRR.R4RRR PA. FRID, Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Set For December 27 eh£ XTT‘ktO a private sch°ol Fathers ---in Lubieszow. ^uuieszow. | c- he remained until he was | een. From the age of fourteen | ntteen he was at home again, | ving, expanding, thinking over ■ he had learned at school, and ig about heroes of days gone j Lis favorite here was Timoleon, jrlnthian, in Cornelius Nepo’s 5 biographies. Timoieon stir? Polish boy's imagination. He I his native land of barbarian ;ors, ruled necessary I| - ------------it when xJUVCbidiy Ari <+ ed it with kindness and wis- > id then retired into quiet life ; s country’ needed him again. 65 he was admitted to the • opened Royal Military v at Warsaw (the then ' West Point), where he ed in military engineering ‘ ification. Upon completion • urse, in 1768, he was given of a commissioned officer j retained on the teaching 1769, he received from “the ( of Poland” a scholarship his specialty at a military . in Paris, where he re.♦n i’7,7A itil 1774, - returned from France in und that conditions at changed. The first par­ aland had taken place. He self in an afmosphere of l disappointment in love is unhappiness. de summer of 1175 the I ed him that the Amer- , its had taken up arms in ' freedom. He borrowed I Y. procured passage to / tnce to Philadelphia— | rrived late in August, I ?ust 30 he presented his 1 Congress stating his! serve in the American I is appointed Colonel of | the recommendation of I Committee on October iMOfh'l . Joseph Drapiewski and Mrs. ; Vincent Znaniecki, chairman and : co-chairman of the second annual Kosciuszko Ball, are shown dis; cussing plans for the Ball which ' will take place on Saturday night, December 27th, in the Crystal Ball­ room, Hotel Sterling. The ball, which is a formal affair, is spon­ sored by the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the Kosciuszko Founda­ tion and is held- in conjunction with the Kosciuszko Foundation of New York. The Foundation was established in 1925 by public spirited American citizens as a living memorial to Tadeusz Kosciuszko, Polish national hero and American Revolutionary War patriot and to promote intellectual and cultural relations be- contribution to the i Revolution lies within military engineering on—besides unwaver; for the cau^e of awaiting definite ap- ; (■■■•, he worked i rtiacanon’at Silling-nt: a Then, till i t <n.the| r Pt?. ^oe.phia Then | *t„ the Army d fbe ■ <ask was to | iusko’s ted in ideals d culmore night 'orld. irces,i toria been —PawlbwijU Studio tween America and Poland. Orig­ inally the Foundation sponsored ex­ change scholarships and exchange of the board of trustees," and Joseph professorships between America F. Lester, member of the board of and Poland but in the past few trustees. The following are mem­ years this has been discontinued. bers of the National Council: John Scholarships are now being, ex­ S. Cresko, Mary Glowacki, Mary tended to Americans of Polish R. Koons and John Malinowski. descent. Music scholarships in com­ position and piano are awarded to Americans of all races and creeds in the annual Chopin Scholarship competition. The Foundation is now entirely supported by private voluntary contributions and is located in its own permanent home at 15 East 65th street. Dr. Stephen P. Mizwa is president and executive director. Local ■ people who are working with the Foundation include Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, vice-chairman isko /ear I in tis at ?ay & was Ox Guupin, to which th© guests danced. This particular number has been the official dance of all Polish balls for the last 100 years. Asidn f-— Dip his wounds, broken I PnJ.______ CO �roundUtion Ball Dec. 29 To Commemorate Copernicus’ Birth jxosciuszko ; 'ALLEY n he w Pj private school in Lubieszow. until he was *-v“- rrorn the age of fourteen neteen he was at home again, * expanding, thinking over ' he had learned at school, and ig about heroes of days gone | us favorite here was Timoleon onnthian, in Cornelius Nepo's s biographies. Timoleon stir? Polish boy’s imagination, He his native land of barbarian >ors. ruled it when necessary ed it with kindness and wisid then retired into quiet life s country needed him again. ! 65 he was admitted to the . opened Royal Military i v at Warsaw (the then ' West Point), where he ! ed in military engineering | ’ ification. Upon completion ■ urse, in 1768. he was given of a commissioned officer ’ retained on the teaching 1769, he received from “the . ( of Poland” a scholarship ; his specialty at a military . n Paris, where he retil 1774. returned from France in und that conditions at . changed. The first par- . iland had taken place. He ■elf in an atmosphere of ( disappointment in love ( is unhappiness< te summer o- 11 <5 “,e , •d him taken that 1he AmeiU hid up arms in ( j< h onK He borrowed < ,• procured r>a.ss13h?- t0 rre to Philadelphia-— < nfived late in August, < ;uct 30 he pre?eMed his i Congress stating I 1 . in the Ameiican « he contribution * engineering -wnd,< Kosciusko’ ch ted ii iLc ideal; ’ctua'. ai d culhl learn more nericans might ind the zorld. 3m all so irces,i aldorf-A .toria ale hav been cans Much enthusiasm is going into the festive prepparations for the 23rd annual Koscius?ko Foundation Ball. This year’s yuletide affair will have special sig­ nificance since it will duly honor the 500th anniver­ sary of the birth of Nicholas Copernicus, founder of modern astronomy. In an age that is almost breathless in its efforts to grasp the strides of scientific discoveries, the Kosciusczko Foundation Ball Committee will pause to pay tribute to. this versatile Polish scientist. Chairman of the ball, Mrs., Joseph Wnorowski, , 1 -70rsxbe tom jvea • *- , n i(-oniiero^’his wounds, broken «• suffering frni .he Kosciusko area last year i& offerel in nge. This was held at amid a ?ay nosphen, (Photo by Publlgervlceg) ions were ! has selected Mrs, John Stasik Jr., as her cochairman. ’eliest ever I ‘.onmunity. The stately ball will be held Saturday night, Dec. alls of 'he 29, in the Gus Genetti Hotel Ballroom. Music by The room were Poets will be furnished from 9:30 to 1:30. nes depictShown are members of the planning committee. ances traSeated on floor, from left, are Mrs. Joseph Wnorow­ d. Huge ski, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk and Mrs. Vincent Znapieces niecki. Seated: Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John ndles ar d f Stasik Jr., Mrs. Michael L. Weiss, Mrs. John Pocreva, aminated 1 Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs Clem­ ent Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs; Joseph Piszczek and Miss Nell Wojnarski. nth th I ' die-s-.v | tume/ * in the ned and B. Ruth Aothe SOCIAL SECTION ^WITH LATEST WOMEN'S NEWS All *eS_ etet' cuiupllshmcals undertaken by Mrs. Clem Schwartz. Mrs. (' Mrs. Znaniecki and the Vincent Znaniecki, Miss Lucia i »- U—. L n----14.V MX— TV.J . C*xx1z«z«b-ir > 1 c ion w i s opin, t > �t Polish^ Room Committee Notes A w z nnwersary ' 19 a ^°Pemicus '773 selected Mrs. John Stasik Jr., as her cochairman. The stately ball will be held Saturday night, Dec. 1 the Glls Genetti Hotel Ballroom. Music by The ? will be furnished from 9:30 to 1:30. shown are members of the planning committee. d on floor, from left, are Mrs. Joseph WnorowStefan Hellersperk and Mi's. Vincent ZnaSeated: Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John Mrs. Michael L. Weiss, Mrs. John Pocreva, lement Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs Clemhwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Joseph k and Miss Nell Wojnarski. ___________ M § s § Wilkes College Polish Room Committee recently celebrated its 30th an­ niversary. The first two un­ dertakings this year included sponsoring a reception following the February per­ formance of the Northestem Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra at Irem Temple and the annual spring card party at the Wilkes College Dining Commons. The third annual affair took place in the Venetian Room at the Gus Genetti Hotel when the committee sponsored a special dinner party honoring Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, past president. The entire program was a tribute to her leadership for the past eight years as for their support T president and 22 years as vice members The program Iconcluded MS„l^\?iekarskl' president of the Polish Room. bottom photo, sSa' HeD ^andi— ng: of-' ” _____ " _F tt » Mrs. Some 83 members, friends, i.uvu, Joseph stefan -------.vuvuuuiis oi pjekarski, seated, Joseph sated from frnm left: uh . Mrs. iJoseph t ouc*on Mosiei Hellersperk, Mrs. Polish folk songs sung by the Mrs. Schwartz, relatives and representatives Polish Room Chorus under the Rushin, Mrs. Vincent Skuzinski anc ~-r i Mrs. Theodnrp of the organizations were in scnwartz, Mrs iff direction of Mrs. John Znaniecki and Mrs. John Weiss. Stetakl and Mrs. MicS attendance. Table cen­ Pagoda. Mrs. Johh Conser terpieces were fresh pastel — floral arrangements around sang two solos. Ai0uet was >------------ — — —------given by Mrs. Conseij and Mrs. | large candles on pink Josenh NnrncM Joseph Noroski. tablecloths. In the top photo, seated left Dr. Hala Rushin, vice ngh.t: Mrs. Victoria president, presented Mrs. Znaniecki STT „ S ■“ ------ .« uroseK, corsage and and gave save the th* address Stefanski, ?rosekMrs. corsage ___ _ Richard «i<uy of welcome The highlight of Glowacki and Miss Mrsn Edward Mary th#> (waning -----------------’• MnrV 04— and Mrsn E ______ ~ ...euugnt 01 Glowacki the evening was an address by Nork. Standing: Mrs. Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, Mi . John Hellersperk, who who Loughlin, Loughlin LIIP mainr '> Miss Sophie recounted the major ac- Vnukowski, Mrs. complishments undertaken by Mrs. Clem .... John Wojcik, Mrs. Znaniecki and the Vincen ____ Schwartz, Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, Miss Lucia committee. In her response, Smith, 1«mo. rampeiecky, Mrs Mieszkdwski PauUSelecky, Mrs. Znaniecki thanked the Mrs. Joseph and :.._j ’OrxU lU-—T int; itriot addeus Kosciusk mericans created rpetuate the idea itellectual and cu might learn moi 1 Americans migk ica and the worlc d from all sources e Waldorf-Astoria ■,r scale have been ed the Kosciusko his area last year to bo offered in xchange. This ball was held at fling amid a gay e atmosphere. •.orations were i i loveliest ever I his community. 1 •ed walls of the ’ Ballroom were t igurines depictous dances tra- V Poland. Huge F mter pieces ‘th candles and • jlly dominated I Costumes ing with the L. girls dressed I 1 costumes venirs in the Itffr designed and . of Edwardsville. . Ruth - ’ M Opening the cotillion was W the Polonaise of Chopin, to " which the guests danced. This particular number has been the official dance of all Polish balls f— J’ last i �.y . _____ ....... r^.r ... <•. t -FT *OTTtt *' Kosciuszko Ball Colorful Event; ‘'A.unrfA'v I Honors Memory of Great Patriot Twenty-seven years- ago—on the 150th anniversary of Thaddeus Kosciusko’s enlistment in the American Revolutionary cause—a group of Americans created in the form of an educational foundation a living memorial to perpetuate the ideals of this Polish and American patriot through the promotion of intellectual and cultural relations between the two countries he served—so Poles might learn more about the far-off country for whose ticedom Kosciusko fought and Americans might learn more about Poland and her cultural contributions to America and the world. In order to perpetuate this program, funds have been collected from all sources,, oneNew of the major the years annual Kosciusko Ballonheld at the Waldorf-Astoria in York. In ones the being last few balls organized a smaller scale have been held throughout the United States’and Canada. Local Effort Begun Two years ago a group of women of Wyoming Valley founded the Kosciusko Foundation of Luzerne County. They sponsored the first ball in this area last year year and sent the money realized to New York for scholarships to be offered in • •— ■ I Joseph Piekarski. jwn in the bottom photo, J from left: Mrs. Joseph irski, Mrs. Joseph n, Mrs. Vincent sciu and Mrs. John Pavada. Standing: Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, Mrs. Joseph Mosier, Mrs. Theodore Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski and Mrs. Michael Weiss. foreign This year theexchange. ball was held at M| KJ* tC |^S Hjg MH MH fcfrT Hotel Sterling amid a gay MH and, festive atmosphere. The decorations were among the loveliest ever ML seen in this community. The mirrored walls of the pi Crystal Ballroom were lined with figurines depict- j.J. • i ing the various dances tra’ ditional in Poland. Huge IT evergreen center pieces decorated with candles and L Christmas holly dominated 1 ■ each table. ■ 1 Traditional Costumes t ■ Intermingling with the IS fl guests were girls dressed. I . H in traditional costumes r, - , who sold souvenirs in the form of dolls designed and dressed by Mrs. J. B. Ruth " U*’ of Edwardsville. ; fl Opening the cotillion was ; ' the Polonaise of Chopin, to «. which the guests danced. 13 This particular number US has been the official dance SF flfl of all Polish balls for the H^M last 100 years. -Aside from the pleasures of the evening, guests were fully cognizant of the tre- l 1IM mendou* work being done I IfM ication �nnwe vsary Shown seated, first row, left to right: Nell Wojnarski, Mrs. John Drapiewski, Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki. Stand­ ing: Zosia Glowacki, Mrs. Joseph Pierkarski, Jeanne Kocyan and Mrs. Joseph Aszuk. Guests came from all parts of the community for this affair, a’high­ light of the holiday season. s. Joseph Piekarski. Ihown in the bottom photo, ted, from left: Mrs. Joseph karski, Mrs. Joseph bin, Mrs. Vincent iiecki and Mrs. John Pavada. Standing: ?1+?nd?JI-rs-Walter J- Kuc,’ who observed their urn wedding anniversary the night of the ball. Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, Mrs. Joseph Mosier, Mrs. Theodore Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski and Mrs. Michael Weiss. . ......................... • ' Many of the guests relaxed while the youngsters performed- Old World dances. Watching „he^chard Mrs. John Cresko, Mr. Cresko, Mrs. Williain H. Conyngham, Mary Koons,- Joseph Lester. Mrs- Enjoyhg a pleasant chat Mrs. Sleeky, Albert Hop Nypower, Mrs. 1 �a, 19' mit Shown seated, first row, and left Mrs. to right: Nell Wojnarski, Mrs.­ John Drapiewski, Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski Vincent Znaniecki. Stand ing: Zosia Glowacki, Mrs. Joseph Pierkarski, Jeanne Kocyan and Mrs. Joseph Aszuk. • . Guests came from all parts of the community for this affair, a‘high­ light of the holiday season. Pr- and Mrs. Walter J.Kuc, who observed their 11th wedding anniversary the night of the ball. Seated, left to right around the table: Niccolo Cortiglia, Mrs. Cortiglia, Mr. and Mrs. Stefan Hellesperk, Alphonsus Kenowski, Mrs. Kenowski, Mrs. Stanley Czerkas, Mrs. John Telleysh and Mr. Telleysh. Standing: Dr. Edward Nork, • Louise Hazeltine, Mrs. Charles Reif and Dr. Reif. *s. Bx te ki h !U , the guests relaxed while the youngsters performed Old \ Cresco, Mrs. William H. Conyngham, Mary Koons, Many of------- ’ Mrs. John Cresko, Mr. Cr Watching henjchard Enjoyhg a pleasant chat during intermission are, seated, left to right around the table: Paul Sf Mrs. -Sleeky, Albert Hopper, Nell Wojnarski, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Zawatski, Mrs. Frank Nypon Nypower, Mrs. E. Parker Colborn, Mrs. Colborn, Michael Andrek and Mrs. Andrek. ** * �---- Tr -1 Kosciuszko Ball Colorful Event; Honors Memory of Great Patriot enlistment^n^hP /ears- ag0—on 150th anniversary of Thaddeus Kosciusko’s the form of an pHn^tPCai? ^evolutionary cause—a group of Americans created in of this Polish mH national foundation a living memorial to perpetuate the ideals tural relations' bptwf16™^11 patr*ot through the promotion of intellectual and culabout the far-off t?e tA,Y° countries he served—so Poles might learn more learn more about Pni3 for,whose ficedom Kosciusko fought and Americans might In order to t an<* her cultural contributions to America and the world. one of the maiorPnnot ua^e PWam, funds have been collected from all sources,, in New York. In tb? ?ei"^the annual Kosciusko Ball held at the Waldorf-Astoria held throughout tho tL^S i <£?v,ye-ars halls organized on a smaller scale have been Local Effort Begun * Stat« Foundation” o*/ Lo7»>?nfr«Sup ?f women of Wyoming Valley founded the Kosciusko year and sent the °Un^’ They sponsored the first ball in this area last year sent the money realized to New York for scholarships to be offered in « ^b»k . foreign exchange. This - ------------------ — year the |jaii was he]d at Hotel Sterling amid a gay and, festive atmosphere. The decorations were among the loveliest ever seen in this community. The mirrored walls of the Crystal Ballroom were lined with figurines depict­ ing the various dances tra­ ditional in Poland. Huge evergreen center pieces decorated with candles and Christmas holly dominated each table. Traditional Costumes Intermingling with the guests were girls dressed. in traditional costumes who sold souvenirs in the form of dolls designed and dressed by Mrs. J. B. Ruth of Edwardsville. Opening the cotillion was the Polonaise of Chopin, to which the guests danced. This particular number has been the official dance of all Polish balls for the last 100 years. Aside from the pleasures of the evening, guests were fully cognizant of the tre­ mendous work being done -- tiehard Mary dward John - w -^1 K WOMEN’S E SECTION �zo Kosciusko* 8 ana created in uate the ideals dectual and culaifcht learn more Americans might ica and the world. cd from all sources,, the Waldorf-Astoria aller scale have been founded the Kosciusko ■ Jail in this area last vear arships to be offered ” foreign exchange. This Hotel^f bpU WaS held at Hotel Sterling amid a gay and, festive atmosphere. The decorations were among the loveliest ever seen in this community. The mirrored walls of the ! Crystal Ballroom were lined with figurines depict­ ing the various dances tra­ ditional in Poland. Huge evergreen center pieces decorated with candles and Christmas holly dominated each table. Traditional Costumes Intermingling with the guests were girls dressed. in traditional costumes who sold souvenirs in the form of dolls designed and dressed by Mrs. J. B. Ruth of Edwardsville. Opening the cotillion was the Polonaise of Chopin, to which the guests danced. This particular number has been the official dance of all Polish balls for the last 100 years. Aside from the pleasures of the evening, quests k r fully cognizant of the tre- | J rnendou^ work Mngdonc^ I I I I I I I iiii * -J U JF \ 4, * with the Vi’enese waltz. At this point all guests pictured above joined the committee members in the waltz. '“■"A. Intermission feature ofIn Christmas carols by the guests, accompanied bywas the singing orchestra. the dimmed room at this time the tables were decorated with miniature floating , (Photo by Piul Bleley) candles in ruby goblets. It’-T-J m > �(Flwin by Fatal 8l«l»y> ■jrnt'sr w«IU At this point all guesl,* pictured abovp W committer member* In th* wait; mjmun feature wa» singing of Christum •atols by r Acrompanird hv thr orrlirMia. in tha dlmnipd room in* ihF tablrs wcra <1r<<’iatr<| with mlniattlip floating n rub> inblrti. �(Photo by P*ul Bleley) mese waltz. At this point all guests pictured above committee members in the waltz. ission feature was singing of Christmas carols by accompanied by the orchestra. In the dimmed room it the tables were decorated with miniature floating l ruby goblets. _ _ r>7 JShfc^,- ?' �V/ . . . WK ' The 36th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball sponsored bv the WdkTcoUege Polish Room Committee was held W everdng at the Gus Genetti Best Western Motor Inm This traditional formal ball attracts local and ou o ■ests. , spirit wag carried out in the decorations in- eluding table^W^^^^^^^ white holland flowersTTW^^^^ ■Jnterpieces o' ■/d red dinnf Brement of finf in the arts and science. �—Paul Dance Officially Opened i Here are the members of the’shin Fund. T! ! committee for the Kosciuszko light :z the i Ft?r. Soil htii Saturday <t~. • night in the Crystal Ballroom of Left tn rig ‘Hotel Sterling. Mrs. Michael L. JS iWeiss, Nanticoke, was chairman. Mrs. A. !P_rcceeds of the affair go to the Mrs. 5E jKosciustko Foundatirr. Scholar- and Mrs BJelejr Photo Polonnaise Originated In Poland In 1574 7.-»~ya--k'. ar. ice blue portrait. The ball was officially opened, j. Ko- »a"e.-3 gown; Mrs. Karmilowicz,iwhen the members danced the 2 Zdor-blue taffeta gown: Mrs. stately '’Polonnaise.’' Originated - was at- Krpriki, a mauve taffeta, and jin Poland in 1574, when Henry : ze i- .e Mrs. Skuzinsh. a yellow ch iffen III, of Anjou, was elected to the v-s.~Wai- with satn obi sash and white Polish throne, the Polonnaise is the authentic court dance. ! a �'ersary , SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, If Social - —-- snlDhikivn HU H | © aIIOWOCS V W S3 11 Dec. 29 icus’ Birth SECTION THREE SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1986 Festive 36th Annual KosciUsz^ poundation Ball Held i 4 ■■■ The 36th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball sponsored by the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee was held last evening at the Gus Genetti Best Western Motor Inn. This traditional formal ball attracts local and out-of-town guests. The Yuletide spirit was carried out in the decorations in- eluding tables of red and white linens with centerpieces of white holland flowers, fresh cut greens and red dinner tapers. The ball’s primary purpose is the procurement of finan­ cial support to qualified students to pursue their education in the arts and science. (U . ■ V. (Photo by Publf Stasik Jr., as her cochairme 11 be held Saturday night, Di In the right photo, seated, left to right: Olivia Skuzinski apated, left to right: Anna Hendershot, Hotel Ballroom. Music by T and Carolyn Warren, reception committee; Alice Bier,1____ i,; not-rnns- Lorraine In the left Ph£ ^StkowskT patrons; d from 9:30 to 1:30. nacki, chairman of the ball; Mildred Weiss and Jule jpeorations; AOrwomaI1; Seil Sawicki, invitations; ■rs of the planning cpmmitt Noroski, reception committee. Standing: Adam Skopek, o owski, . Standing: Jackson Rendereft, are Mrs. Joseph' Wnorc Dr. John Biernacki, and Joe Noroski. * * Sokolowski, dement •sperk and Mrs. Vincent Z (Shannon Stevens Photos) sh0!'cld5JosephMrOS' ;^.rau" age rnai annost breathless in its efforts ' niecki. ------ James dames Feddock, xcuuu^, Mrs. J( -■ Stasik Jr:, Mrs. Michael L. Weiss, Mrs: John Pocre to grasp the strides of scientific discoveries, thp Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs CK Kosciusczko Foundation Ball Committee will pause*/ ent Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Jos to pay tribute to this versatile Polish scientist. Piszczek and Miss-Nell Wojnarski. Chairman of the ball, Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski, �Social an| indent ive 36th Annual Koscis w}- . . ■........ .... . osciuszko Foundation Ball sponsored ge Polish Room Committee was held xus Genetti Best Western Motor Inn. lai ball attracts local and out-of-town was carried out in the decorations ■ ... . ‘ ‘ TIMES-LEADER, EVENING NEWS, t SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 19 Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Dec. 29 To Commemorate Copernicus’ Birth A: eluding tables of red and white linens with centerpieces of white holland flowers, fresh cut greens and red dinner tapers. The ball’s primary purpose is the procurement of finan­ cial support to qualified students to pursue their education in the arts and science. O TO u, TO X) jz (Photo by Publlscrvices Much enthusiasm is going into the festive prep-', parations for the 23rd annual Kosciuszko Foundation! Ball. This year’s yuletide affair will have special sig­ nificance since it will duly honor the 500th anniver­ sary of the birth of Nicholas Copernicus, founder of modem astronomy. Tn an age that i§ almost'breathless in its efforts to grasp the strides of scientific discoveries, thp Kosciusczko Foundation Ball Committee. will pause!/ to pay tribute to this versatile Polish scientist. Chairman of the ball; Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski, has selected Mrs. John Stasik Jr., as her cochairman. The stately ball will be held Saturday night, Dec. ■ 29, in the Gus Genetti Hotel Ballroom. Music by The ! Poets will be furnished from 9:30 to 1:30. Shown are nqembers of the planning committee. • Seated on floor, from left, are Mrs. Joseph' Wnorow‘ Jski, Mrs, Stefan Hellersperk and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki. Seated: Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John ' Stasik Jr., Mrs. Michael ,L. Weiss, Mrs; John Pocreva, Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs Clem­ ent Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Joseph Piszczek and Miss- Nell Wojnarski. �TIMES-LEADER EVENING NEWS,, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 197~ Foundation Ball Dec. 29 nnorate Copernicus’ Birth TIMES-LEADER, EVENING NEWS,, SUNDAY, Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Dec. To Commemorate Copernicus’ Birth fl -*5 9 ft j into the festive prep-, Kosciuszko Foundation! r will have special sig­ nor the 500th anniver-' Copemicus, founder of oreathless in its efforts jntific discoveries, the Committee will pause1/ e Polish scientist. rs. Joseph Wnorowski, • (Photo by Publlscrvices) has selected Mrs. John Stasik Jr., as her cochairman. ' The stately ball will be held Saturday night, Dec. 29, in the Gus Genetti Hotel Ballroom. Music by The Poets will be furnished from 9:30 to 1:30. Shown are njembers of the planning committee. - Seated on floor, from left, are Mrs. Joseph' Wnorow; ski, Mrs, Stefan Hellersperk and Mrs. Vincent Znapiecki. Seated: Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John ' Stasik Jr., Mrs. Michael L. Weiss, Mrs: John Pocreva, Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs Clem­ ent Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Joseph Piszczek and Miss-Nell Wojnarski. v w « Much enthusiasm is going into the festive prepparations for the 23rd annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball. This year’s yuletide affair will have special sig­ nificance since it will duly honor the 500th anniver­ sary of the birth of Nicholas Copernicus, founder of modern astronomy. •In an age that is almost breathless in its efforts to grasp the strides of scientific discoveries, the Kosciusczko Foundation Ball Committee will pause to pay tribute to this versatile Polish scientist. Chairman of the ball, Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski, (Photo by PubllservtcCT) has selected Mrs. John Stasik Jr., as her cochairman. The stately ball will be held Saturday night, Dec. 29, in the Gus Genetti Hotel Ballroom. Music by The Poets will be furnished from 9:30 to 1:30. Shown are members of the planning committee. Seated on floor, from left, are Mrs. Joseph Wnorow­ ski, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki. Seated: Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John Stasik Jr., Mrs. Michael L. Weiss, Mrs. John Pocreva, Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs Clem­ ent Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Joseph Piszczek and Miss Nell Wojnarski. �T11IKS-I EADER, EVENING NEWS,, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 19~ Foundation Ball Dec. 29 I anorate Copernicus’ Birth STATE WITHOUT STAKES Wav Religious Toleration in Reformation Poland by JANUSZ TAZBIR Translator: A. T. JORDAN Amid the social tumult and religious persecution which gripped Europe during the Reformation, Poland stood as one of the few practitioners of religious toleration. This detailed new study carefully examines the his­ torical and social roots of this unique phenomenon, from the unsuccessful attempts of the Polish kings to establish religious orthodoxy early in the 16th Century, through the formalization of religious toleration by law, and finally to the eventual dissipation of the Protestant movement in Poland in the late 17th Century. As a haven for religious dissidents, Poland attracted many persecuted sects, and their role is also examined. Hardcover; 210 pp., illus., $8.95 (4-10% shipping and handling). Trade discount on orders over 20 copies. Forthcoming in the series: W. Czaplinski and T. Ladogorski, Polish Historical Atlas ' j into the festive prep-, Kosciuszko Foundation! ir will have special sig­ nor the 500th anniver-' Copemicus, founder of breathless in its efforts mtific discoveries, the Committee will pause} e Polish scientist. rs. Joseph Wnorowski, ... , (photo by Fubllscrvlces) has selected Mrs. John Stasik Jr., a$ her cochairman. ‘ The stately ball will be held Saturday night, Dec. 29, in the Gus Genetti Hotel Ballroom. Music by The Poets will be furnished from 9:30 to 1:30. Shown are members of the planning committee. - Seated on floor, from left, are Mrs. Joseph' Wnorow■ /ski, Mrs, Stefan Hellersperk and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki. Seated: Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John Stasik Jri, Mrs. Mictyael L. Weiss, Mrs: John Pocreva, Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs Clem­ ent Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Joseph Piszczek and Miss-Nell Wojnarski. R. Grodecki, Piast Poland The Memoirs of Jan Pasek THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION 15 East 65th Street New York, N.Y. 10021 �” fr|,S V-7 v\ �1 Kosciuszko. Foundation Ball Scheduled Dec. 26 | �/^SCI"^°^’dation M Scheduled Dec. 26 j �Serving on the Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball Committee are: First row, left to right, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, chairman of reservations; Mrs. Alex Kresge, reception com­ mittee; Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, chairman of the ball; Mrs. James Feddock, cochairman. Second row: Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz, chairman of the reception committee; Mrs. Joseph Rus’hin, decorations committee; Mrs. Charles Leonard, arrangements committee; Miss Carol Jendrzejewski, decora­ tions committee; Mrs. Clement V. Maslow, invitations com­ mittee; Mrs. Michael Weiss, hostess committee, and Mrs. Edward Nork, chairman of invitations. Kosciuszko Ball The Yuletide Ball is a major fund-raising benefit with proceeds going directly to the Kosciuszko Foundation head­ quarters in New York City. During the past many student! from the Wyoming Valley area have received full or partial scholarships, both here and abroad, through the Kosciuszko if Foundation Scholarship Fund. This year’s ball will be held on Monday evening, Dec. 26, in the Crystal Ballroom of the Sterling Hotel.—(Photo by Ace Hoffman). 12_-X 2 - Will Be Held Monday Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki is chairman of the decorations committee for the Kosciusz­ ko Foundation Yuletide Ball to be held Monday evening at the Sterling Hotel. I The affair, an annual event, will be a tribute to the Millenium, marking 11,000 years of Poland as an I historic Christian nation. iThe decor of this year’s ball 'was selected to tie in with .this theme. | Assisting Mrs. Znaniecki I are Mrs. Stanley Dombro|ski, Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs. An­ thony Wallace, Mrs. Joseph Mosier, Mrs. Joseph Rushin, (Mrs. John Wojcik, Miss Carol Jendrzejewski and ■Miss Felicia Perlick. Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski is Mrs. James Feddock, cochairman of the ball and chairman. ' �-decide Ball Hellersperk, option comball; Mrs. s. Norman ittee; Mrs. :s Leonard, ki, decora­ tions comand Mrs. ' -7^ )nday ZN>-.\TJBCKI ■ xMock, co- :i The Yuletide Ball is a major fund-raising benefit with proceeds going directly to the Kosciuszko Foundation head­ quarters in New York City, During the past many students from the Wyoming Valley area have received full or partial scholarships, both here and abroad, through the Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship Fund. This year’s ball will be held on Monday evening, Dec. 26, in the Crystal Ballroom of the Sterling Hotel.—(Photo by Ace Hoffman). �lation Ball Scheduled Dec. 26 .................... . uletide Ball Hellersperk, option com- ball: Mrs. s. Norman ittee; Mrs. is Leonard, ki, decora­ tions comand Mrs. mday ZNAN’IECKI ; iddock, co-1 ...««« The Yuletide Ball is a major fund-raising benefit with proceeds going directly to the Kosciuszko Foundation head­ quarters in New York City. During the past many students from the Wyoming Valley area have received full or partial scholarships, both here and abroad, through the Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship Fund. This year's ball will be held on Monday evening, Dec. 26, in the Crystal Ballroom of the Sterling Hotel.—(Photo by Ace Hoffman). �Gala Kosciuszko Ball eVchopto in°1849mOrating the death of Fred- ball assisted by Mi?1 John tY1S ch.airman of the and Mrs. VinJnt Znantdd “^airman' Mrs. Edward Maskowdi °n j1 aBy chairman. Were reSPMSiWe f» "‘he dioKtiS vert t0 the Chopin Piano Sc h T^0 Bal1 wil1 re* by the foundation Shown left^Sh-Ptest“blisheci Urbanski, Mrs. John Urbkn/u; tn1right are- John Mrs. Clement Sawicki John ?en^ Sawicki, Stasik Jr., Joseph Mros M™ Tk Jr>’ Mrs- John Stanley Urbanski and �Chopm Theme Used foi / A touch of the days of grandeur that domi­ nated the life of the Court of Poland was revived last night at the annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball at the Gus Genetti Hotel. Beautifully clad women, a gracious setting and the performance of the Polonaise by the several hundred people present were all com­ bined to make the evening a memorable occasion. The Henry Charles Orchestra provided the music- Refreshments were served all evening cli­ maxing with a coffee and sweets hour at the con­ clusion of the evening. Members of the committee made and served traditional pastries. The theme of this year’s ball was “1'he Year •UBUIJJOH 80V) ipS luawajo -si^ pun ppaniBUZ juaoujA jauuoj ‘ppaiuBUZ luaoujA ‘s-in ‘babjogj ■ MO—■■ ■"---------- uqof 'sspM. 7 pvqoiK 'WW <SSPM ‘7 19BU° -ij\r 'ppuiqsuj^ pj«A\pg; 7q3u °1 1J97 :3JB urdoqj auapajj jo Sui^umd aq; japun UAvoqg �in Tbewe Used jot Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Scheduled Dec. 26 Serving on the Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball Committee are: First row, left to right,'Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, chairman of reservations; Mrs. Alex Kresge, reception com­ mittee; Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, chairman of the ball; Mrs. James Feddock, cochairmdh. Second row; Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz, chairman of the reception committee; Mrs. Joseph Rushin, decorations committee; Mrs. Charles Leonard, arrangements committee; Miss Carol-Jendrzejewski, decora­ tions committee; Mrs. Clement V, MaslowK invitations com­ mittee; Mrs. Michael Weiss, hostess committee, and Mrs. Edward Nork, chairman of invitations. , ., • •z- ‘ The Yuletide Ball is a major fund-raising benefit with proceeds going directly to the Kosciuszko Foundation head­ quarters in New. York City. During the past many students from the Wyoming Valley area have received full or partial scholarships, both’ here and abroad, through the Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship Fund. This year’s ball will be held on Monday ’evening, Dec. 26, in the Crystal Ballroom of the Sterling Hotel.—(Photo by Ace Hoffman). ’ Kosciuszko Ball 1 Will Be Held Monday t domirevived idation setting by the 1 com- bined to make the evening a memorable occasion. The Henry Charles Orchestra provided the music- Refreshments were served all evening cli­ maxing with a coffee and sweets hour at the conelusion of the evening. Members of the committee made and served traditional pastries. The theme of this year’s ball was “The Year uuof s-ift 'ssia.w t pRqoijft 'SJN ‘SS!9M ’7 !■; 'sjj^ 7q3u 04 ipq uidoq5 juapaij ;o 8ui]urvd aq^ japun u.woqg » 4 wl Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki is chairman of the decorations committee for the Kosciusz­ ko Foundation Yuletide Ball to be held Monday evening at the Sterling Hotel. | The affair, an annual event, will be a tribute to the Millenium, marking il,000 years of Poland as an I historic Christian nation. The decor of this year’s ball was selected to tie in with this theme. Assisting Mrs. Znaniecki .are Mrs. Stanley DombroIski, Mrs. James Feddock, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs. An­ thony Wallace, Mrs. Joseph Mosier, Mrs. Joseph Rushin, ,|Mrs. John Wojcik, Miss! Carol Jendrzejewski and [Miss Felicia Perlick. MRS. VINCENT ZNANIECKI | Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski is Mrs. James Feddock, cochairman of the ball and chairman.j �■M The Yuletide Ball is a proceeds going directly to tl quarters in New York City. from the Wyoming Valley ai scholarships, both' here and Foundation Scholarship Fund. This year’s ball will be 26, in the Crystal Ballroom by Ace Hoffman). . >ck, co- SUNDAY INDEPENI Invitations Are Issued to KosciuszkolailI ' WL JxTDCKI e '^ta­ Invitations have been issued for the 28th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Bail to be held Friday, Dec. 29, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Gus Genetti Hotel. The ball is sponsored by the Wilkes Coir lege Polish Room Committee. Mrs. Thomas Breck is chairperson and Mrs. Frank Brozena, cochairperson. Proceeds will benefit the scholarship The 28th annual Kosciuszko in addition there will be a des­ president Wilkes College Polish Foundation Ball, sponsored by sert table, consisting of tradi­ Room Committee; Miss Sophie the Wilkes College Polish Room tional holiday pastries of Poland, I Vnugoskl, patron committee I Committee, will be held on Fri- baked by members of the Polish chairman; Mrs. Clement Schwartz, patron committee. Iday, Dec. 29, at 8 p. m. to 1 Room Committee. a. m. in the Grand Ballroom of Members pictured above are: Mrs. Znanlecki, president of the Gus Genetti Hotel, accord­ seated left to right: Mrs. Thomas the Wilkes College Polish Room ing to Mrs. Thomas Brek, chair­ J. Breek, chairman; Mrs. Frank Committee, is honorary ball man and Mrs. Frank Brozena, Brozena, cochairman. fund. chairman. cochairman. Proceeds from the The next meeting of the Ball go to the Scholarship Fund Standing: Mrs. John Loughlin, awarded yearly to deserving stu­ patron committee; Mrs. Joseph Wilkes College Polish Room dents on a non-sectarian basis. Wilski, reservations chairman; Committee will be Tuesday, Nov. Two bands will provide music Ms. Fran Hofherr, publicity 14, at the Newberry Estate. It will be a dinner meeting and continuously throughout the eve- chairman; ________ ___ Mrs. Vincent Znanlng. A buffet will be served and I niecki, honorary chairman and guests are welcome. ■.w ~——— A buffet will be provided along with a dessert table of traditional holiday pastries of Poland made by members of the Polish Room Committee. Shown are Mrs. Frank Brozena and Mrs. Thomas J. Breck. Second row, Mrs. John Pagoda, Mrs. Jo­ seph Noroski, Mrs. Michael Weiss, Mrs. Ed­ ward Mashinski, Mrs. Stanley Urbanski and Mrs. Raphael Kon. �Ball Scheduled Dec. 26 I The Yuletide Ball is a major fund-raising proceeds going directly to the Kosciuszko Four quarters in New York City. During the past m from the Wyoming Valley area have received f scholarships, both'here and abroad, through th Foundation Scholarship Fund. This year’s ball will be held on Monday e 26, in the Crystal Ballroom of the Sterling H bjr Ace Hoffman). �The Yuletide Ball is a major fund-raising proceeds going directly to the Kosciuszko Four quarters in New. York City. During the past m ffom the Wyoming Valley area have received f scholarships, both' here and abroad, through th Foundation Scholarship Fund. This year’s ball will be held on Monday e 26, in the Crystal Ballroom of the Sterling H by Ace Hoffman). 1 (0(0 ay lNIECKI )ck, co- ■ �■ SUNDAY INDEPENI ■ The Yuletide Ball is a proceeds going directly to 1 quarters in New York City. ftom the Wyoming Valley s scholarships, both' here and Foundation Scholarship Func This year’s ball will be 26, in the Crystal Ballroon bv Ace Hoffman)., The 28th annual Kosciuszko in addition there will be a des- president Wilkes College Polis! Foundation Ball, sponsored byr sert table, consisting of tradi- Room Committee; Miss Sophie the Wilkes College Polish Roomi tlonal holiday pastries of Poland, Vnugoski, p a t r o n committee I Committee, will be held on Fri­• baked by members of the Polish chairman; Mrs. Clement day, Dec. 29, at 8 p. m. to 1 Room Committee. Schwartz, patron committee. a. m. in the Grand Ballroom of Mrs. Znaniecki, president of Members pictured above are: /the Gus Genetti Hotel, accord­ the Wilkes College Polish Room ing to Mrs. Thomas Brek, chair­ seated left to right: Mrs. Thomas Committee, is honorary ball man and Mrs. Frank Brozena, J. Breek, chairman; Mrs. Frank chairman. cochairman. Proceeds from the Brozena, cochainnan. The next meeting of the Ball go to the Scholarship Fund Standing: Mrs. John Loughlin, awarded yearly to deserving stu- ;patron committee; Mrs. Joseph Wilkes College Polish Room Committee will be Tuesday, Nov. dents on a non-sectarian basis. Wilski, reservations chairman; Two bands will provide music Ms. 1 Fran Hofherr, publicity 14, at the Newberry Estate. It continuously throughout the eve­ chairman; Mrs. Vincent Zna­ will be a dinner meeting and ning. A buffet will be served and niecki, honorary chairman and guests are welcome. iNIECKI Invitations have been issued for the 28th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball to be held Friday, Dec. 29, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Gus Genetti Hotel. The ball is sponsored by the Wilkes lege Polish Room Committee. Mrs. Thomas Breck is chairperson and Mrs. Frank Brozena, cochairperson. Proceeds will benefit the scholarship fund. A buffet will be provided along with a dessert table of traditional holiday pastries of Poland made by members of the Pol.sh Room Committee. Shown are Mrs. Frank Brozena and Mrs. Thomas J. Breck. Second row, Mrs. John Pagoda, Mrs. Jo­ seph Noroski, Mrs. Michael Weiss, Mrs. Ed­ ward Mashinski, Mrs. Stanley Urbanski and Mrs. Raphael Ron. �iuszko Ball Will Be ns have been issued for the ual Kosciuszko Foundation held Saturday, Dec. 29, from 8 i.m. in the Grand Ballroom of metti rank Hotel. Brozena is chairperson Vincent Znaniecki honorary ilm.is sponsored by the Wilkes alish Committee. Is willRoom benefit the scholarship fund. A buffet dessert ta pastries of the Polish Shown a Frank B Noroski. Second Clement Vnukows 10 �<•<*»» ox ���qp-' (/ J9U1J0J 1 New York Timet Regional Newspapers drafted as enl OCALA, Fla.. April 21 — Alice M. Grit savage, who was chief nurse of the Far East command during the Korean War and Gen. Douglas Mac­ Arthur's nursing consultant, died on Monday in Daytona Beach, Fla. She was !)« In the Korean War, Ms. Gritsa­ vage revolutionized the command structure of the Army Nursing Corps, obtaining hospital supplies when equipment was scarce and helping get the military to commis­ sion male nurses on an equal footing with women forbidden to be At the tune male nurse-, were ’ their female cr the Army thoug F-'*^^^*****v^_ ~ for women only.: ST V** Her insistence ' serve on an equr effort to dischar^H stopped by Gener; commander of th(*^’ ’; Gritsavage receive tr lining at King’s CjM [AHO T AH (J Brooklyn, N Y , earnt.. m.u isi degree from Temple University in Philadelphia and a master s degree woman. Ms. Gritsavage is survived by a sister, Jennie Clard. �I^^^^Jck^Attorncv T. G. Wadsin- , • skL Attorney and Mrs. P. E. Tur- • ck, Anthony Makarceyk. •! i_i_ v.n.-L i •’ Lauijoj '^pg -iMs-yuy Alice Gritsavage, 98, Korean War’s ChiefNurse New York Times Regional Newspapers OCALA, Fla., April 21 — Alice M. Gritsavage, who was chief nurse of the Far East command during the Korean War and Gen. Douglas Mac­ Arthur’s nursing consultant, died on Monday in Daytona Beach, Fla. She was 98. In the Korean War, Ms. Gritsa­ vage revolutionized the command structure of the Army Nursing Corps, obtaining hospital supplies when equipment was scarce and helping get the military to commis­ sion male nurses on an equal footing with women At the time male nurses were drafted as enlisted men but were forbidden to be commissioned with their female counterparts because the Army thought that nursing was for women only. Her insistence that these men serve on an equal footing led to an effort to discharge her, which was stopped by General MacArthur, then commander of the American forces in the Far East. She was the only woman on the general’s staff. Reared in Glen Lyon, Pa., Ms. Gritsavage received her nurse's training at King’s County Hospital in Brooklyn, N.Y., earned a pharmacist degree from Temple University in Philadelphia and a master’s degree in nursing administration from In­ carnate Word College in San Antonio. She joined the Army in November 1942 and during World War 11 served in Africa, France and Italy. Ms. Gritsavage received many medals and citations, including the Bronze Star and two Legion of Merit awards. She retired as a colonel in 1962 after 20 years of service, and became a vocal spokeswoman for veterans’ affairs. The Korean War Veterans Associ­ ation named its Ocala chaplet after her, its first to lie named after a woman. Ms. Gritsavage is survived by a •sister, Jennie Clard �Wilkes-Barre Yuletide Ball (continued from page.11 B'Ure Pennsylvania, December 29 |9Qu ^■nuiizak^^vXl ‘C Mr5’ ^°oin'-.h’knChwak'k.^Xq^‘ l'"'' Mons, Wilkes (. oil,-, Admis Zimolzak .in J ■ 11k rlonorarv ( liinn,., ■'Oil ssas Mrs. July Znanieckr Attendin'' ' H-evem wen Dr Christopher Brcsetl? h«Kk.,„ „f Co||egt. jnJ M<h- Honorary Chairperson; \h^'l‘>hn c'hwak'k: Mrs'Stephanie Zimolzak, Ball Chairperson; Dr. Czeslawa Zimolzak; Mrs. Pau! Kaniorski; Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski, Arrangements. ( . v , nding I eft to Right: Mrs. Joseph Mros; Dr. John Chwalek, Ball Co-Chairman; Prof. Chester Zimolzak. /, Ball ( o-Chainnan; Congressman Paul Kanjorski; Mr. Joseph U norowski. pT„; honored Congressman 1 aul Kanjorski and Mrs. Kanjorski. I'resideni and Mrs. Joseph Gore. Proceeds iron, the Ball were forwarded to The Kosci uszko Foundation for scholarship assis tance. W coming Valiev, Pennsylvania. includ­ ing Wilkes-Barre, Nanticoke. Plymouth, Nmers Mills and Edwardsville, is the home ol many generous supporters. Names smh as Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan. who was Chair man of the Board of Trustees ti om 1955 to Henry Noble' MacCrackeir.Joseph I . 1 es ter ol Kingston, an early financial and moral supporter; Emil Malinowski, whose S5.000 was the largest sum after that of Samuel M. Vauclain in those earh days. Within their own community, a link was established with Polish culture by the creation of a Polish room in 1950 in Wilkes College (now University;. The Polish Room was inspired through the initial efforts of Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Kocyan and is maintained bv a local committee of /. :<> Right: Di: Bernard Vinoverski, Dean ol Admissions, Wilkes College; Mrs. Jule Znaniecki, Mr. /• ‘••eph Gore: Mrs. Eugenia Gore; Dr. Robert Heaman, Executive Assistant to President of Wilkes College. the large modern library, it is a genuine replica ol the interior ol a Zakopane mountaineer’s cottage, with hand-hewn furniture, artifacts from Poland, anti car ions books on Polish themes. The impressive campus. President Breiseth’s interest in Polish histon ami cul ture. along with the warmth ami enthusi­ asm of the Wilkes-Barre Polish eom muniix m their widespread support lot The Kosciuszko Foundation have led the Board of Trustees ol the Foundation plan for their September. 1990 Trustees Meeting to be at Wilkes University. Io enhance further cultural participation, a concert will also be presented in the Cam­ pus Theatre bv the 1990 Kosciuszko Eounda - cion Chopin Piano Competition winner — 3 Id ca r (f aqjL £661 'LZ Jaquia; I I m. t K, '‘u^omg^PrSent,MAV^Cd^P Pe^'n,ons^Mr^ Pliv‘a Skuzinski, Reception; Mrs. kes College Polish Room Committee; and Mrs. Raphael Kon. �Yuletide Ball continued from pape dent ol the P ■ ik-k.Deanof'Mn Znnolz.ik. \ Zimolzak, Jr. son was Mrs. rue _ pher Bn President of W ilkes College, and Breiseth; honored guest, Congre Paul Kanjorski and Mrs. Kanjorski. dent and Mrs. Joseph Gore. Proeeed ' ' - - *ri„, j tlie Dan wv.v ............ Mrs. .- d w a r d Kopicki is a member of the patrons commit­ tee'for the 12th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball to be held Saturday night in the ’Crystal Ballroom of Hotel Ster- uszko f oundation for scholars!) p Honoran Chairperson; Paul lance. W voming \ allev. Pennsylvani., ■ mg Wilkes-Barre, Nanticoke, I”. Niners Mills and Edwardsville, is the I The following patrons have !been announced by Mrs. Clem Schwartz, chairman of the par trons committee: L Zimolzak; Mrs. ,h J. Kocyan : Prof. Chester Zimolzak. ____ _______ _ 1963 ial and moral supporter; Emil Malino U.'tvw.. ------- Samuel M. \ aticlam in thos< were all from that aiea. a link Within their own commi.i was established with Polish c in W a eat ion of a Polish room in 1 College (now University). Room was inspired throu efforts of Dr. ami Mrs. Jose) is maintained by a loyal volunteers. Located on the • the large modern hbrarv, replica ol the interior t.i a Zakopane mountaineer’s cottage, v th hand-hewn furniture, artifacts from P ions books on Polish them. •li Bre The impressive campu '-■■tli’s interest in Polish asm ol the Wilkes-Bn munitv in their widesp in. plan for their Septeml> Meeting to be at Wil enhance further cuky concert will also be pr pus Theatre by the 199C h. non Chopin Piano C .Mrs Olivia Skuzinski, Reception; Mrs. iomtnittee: and Mrs. Raphael Ron. 4 it OHUICW3, I and' I Dr. and Mrs h t Wia- Wr. .Mazan°wski I «’len I ln^S' MfaVta“'l« N|8h mU’ I Dr. and Mrs. William Boben, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Boris, Dr. and Mrs. Charles N. Burns, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Chernesky, Miss Elaine Chernesky, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Coffee, Mr. and Mrs. John Cresko, Rep. and Mrs. William Curwood. Dr. and Mrs. Stanley Dombroski, Edmund Drapiewski, I Dr. and Mrs. John Drapiewski, Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski, ski' Drd^rtSMOhnTE’ RomanowMr. and Mrs. Anthony B. Drier, m Mrs< Jos®Ph Rushin, Mr. and Mrs. James Durkin, Mr. Mr Mrs- TWi’liam Rushin, and Mrs. Paul Dysleski, Mr. and a B- Rutkowski, Mrs. Alphonse Edmundowicz, Dr. Dr- and Mrs. Thaddeus Salaczyn^ and Mrs. Eugene SZ Farley, Mr. s iL > 321(1 Mrs. Carl° Santaand Mrs. Philip Ferry, Congress­ relli, Mr. and Mrs. Clement Saman and Mrs. Daniel J. Flood, wicki, Mr. and Mrs. Clem Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Freundlich. Schwartz, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Gabler, Seleski, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Sku­ Miss Lottie Glovick, Miss Mary! MRS. EDWARD KOPICKI zinski, Mr. and Mrs, Narcey StaGlowacki, Mr. and Mrs. Edward pinski, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Gorka, Mr. and Mrs. Julius Hae-| plckl, Mr. and Mrs. John Kopiclfi, Stefanski, Mrs. Marya Stepan, bich, Mr. and Mrs. Al Hermann, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Koronkie- Mr. and Mrs. John Straub, Mr. Frank N. Henry, Mr. and Mrs. wicz, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ko- and Mrs.1 Stanley Strojny, Mr. Adam Hozempa, Prof, and Mrs. shinski, Dr. and Mrs. Walter and Mrs. Emil Suda, Mrs. Charles Telejszo, Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Alphonse Hozempa, Dr. and Mrs. Kozick, Mrs. Anna Kranjik, Mr. Urbanas. Stanley Hozempa, Dr. and Mrs. and Mrs. Alex Kresge, Mrs. Mar­ S. L. Hudacek, Mrs. Anita Jan­ tha Krywicki, Dr. and Mrs. Dr. and Mrs. A. J. Valibus, Mrs. Sophie Vnukowski, Mr. and erich, Mr. and Mrs. John Karmil- Walter Kuc. Mrs. Anthony Wallace, Dr. and ' owicz, Dr. and Mrs. Norman Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Laf­ Mrs. William Wasnick, Mr; and A. Karmilowicz, N. P. Karmil- fey, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Irwin Weinberg, Mr. and owicz, Dr. and Mrs- Edwardi• Laffey, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Mrs. Mrs. Michael Mr. and Mrs.. Kielar, Mr. and Mds. Joseph,I Langdon, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Joseph Willis,Weiss, Mr. and Mrs. EdKishel, Dr. and Mrs. Alois Knoll, Leonard, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph. ward Wodaski, Mr. and Mrs. John Mr. and Mrs. George Kocyan, Lester, Mr. and Mrs. John Lough­ Wojcik, Miss Nell WojnarsW, Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, lin, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Mack, Mr. and Mrs. Max Wruble Mr Komisja Zwiazek Polek 4, Miss Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mack, Dr. and Mrs. Henry Zalenski, Dr. and Mary Koons, Mr. and Mrs. AJ Edward Makowski, Mrs. Mary Mrs. John .Zawadzkl, Mr. and Kopicki, Mr. $nd Mrs. Dan Ko- Makowski, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mrs. Peter Zawatskl, Mayorpicki, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ko- .Marcinkowski, Mr. and Mrs. iand'Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki and Anthony Margavitch, Mr. and Mr . and Mrs. AnthonyZuchoskj, �\\ ilkes-Barre Yuletide Ball ■ mrinued trom page >' |nr to President of Wilkes College. Bjiic, Pennsylvania. Decer (. <> dialling the ball were > Zunolzak, \ n.c-Presi<leni Room; Dr. John Chwalek. 1 sums, \\ ilkes (. ollege; anil Zimolzak, Jr.. I he Hono son was Mrs. Jule Zname the event were Dr. Christ1 President of Wilkes Col Brciseth; honored guest. Paul Kanjorski and Mrs. K. dent and Mrs. Joseph Gori. the Ball were forwarded I usz.ko Foundation for sd tance. \\ voming Valley. Penns' mg \\ ilkes-Barre. Nantin .Xinvrs Mills.uul Edwards' of ni.ini genei ous suppor c as Dr. Joseph). Kocyan. v man of the Boaril of Trus e 1963, succeeding the first Henry Noble MacCracki n tei of Kingston, an eaih moral supporter; Emil Mai S5.000 was the largest su Samuel M. Vauclain in t were all from that area. Within their own ci n was established with Po -> creation of a Polish room n College (now Univen ' Room was inspired tlo efforts of Dr. and Mrs. J1 "< is maintained by a local volunteers. I.oiated on thi the large modern libr.r . replica of the interio; > mountaineer’s cottage furniture, artifacts from I ious books on Polish t ten The impressive cam sus I seth’s inteiest in Poli ! I I lure, along with the w ini I asm of the Wilkes-dan I nniniti in their widespo I 1 lie Koscniszko loin J,' Meeting to be at \\7i enhance further cult. concert will also be pi ,< pus Theatre by the 199(. tion Chopin Piano C ; I. Mrs. Olivia Skuzinski, Reception; Mrs. Committee; and Mrs. Raphael Kon. 4 48 The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Sunday, December 23] o Janet Kon, co-chairman, publicity; Loretta Wilski, chairman, decorations; Martha Broda, _ball chairman; Ceil Sawicki, co-chairman, invitations; Stacia Feddock, chairman, reservations; Jule members shown frnm \e*rS ba ' Commlttee Znaniencki, co-chairman, arrangements. Absent Zlrnzak, pX Ro0mleft are: ^P^nie from the photo: Helen Procreva, co-chairman, Skuzinski, co-chairman a Patent; Olivia patrons; Carolyn Warren, co-chairman, invitations; chairman, patrons; Marie S Helen Kukish- Jule Noroski, co-chairman, arrangements; Mildred Patrons; Mary Bunsick “^^an Weis, co-chairman, door; Lucille Davis, chairman, s'0*, co-chairman, publicity; orchestra. - J * T iz Fi ''1 �ilkcs-Bai-re Bane. I'en. (. o-Ji.iin'V Icember 23z 1990 in aiul lopam hit Bit . ind ialinn ' net Kon, co-chairman, publicity; Loretta Wilski, airman, decorations; Martha Broda, ball airman; Ceil Sawicki, co-chairman, invitations; acia Feddock, chairman, reservations; Jule raniencki, co-chairman, arrangements. Absent >m the photo: Helen Procreva, co-chairman, itrons; Carolyn Warren, co-chairman, invitations; jle Noroski, co-chairman, arrangements; Mildred eis, co-chairman, door; Lucille Davis, chairman, chestra. rsitv. 1 <> patu>n. a the Cam ol-ouniii i winner MBS' / (' �Yuletid« Ball , Bai'C. Co-vh Zitnol , Decemberr 29. helul»"c,C . . • ...President <>1 the n.>t Admi"- cember 23,1990 met Kon, co-chairman, publicity; Loretta Wilski, tairman, decorations; Martha Broda, .ball lairman; Ceil Sawicki, co-chairman, invitations; acia Feddock, chairman, reservations; Jule laniencki, co-chairman, arrangements. Absent 3m the photo: Helen Procreva, co-chairman, itrons; Carolyn Warren, co-chairman, invitations; jle Noroski, co-chairman, arrangements; Mildred reis, co-chairman, door; Lucille Davis, chairman, chestra. �����1 ��/ Z7 _ . /J A �1 YuletiJe l<’" ember I 1,7* �T^cbS 2' " '' r/ //_ //eJ/e^5Pe,r£: < l'-—^ , ' < �member 27,1992 ■mKSKMBKn The ual Kosciuazko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrand Ballroom of the Gus Genetti Best Western Hotel re and guests in attendance. otif waa carried out in the decorations with a beautifully ►mas tree dominating. The individual tables were covered cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh ig lighted tapera. luvres were served during the cocktail hour. The dinner included fresh mignon with fresh Following dinner During the cocktail Dr. and Mrs, Carl ing committee aides Jule Zananiedd; pa reservations, Mrs. �ual Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrund Ballroom of the Gua Genetti Bost Western Hotel rs and guests in attendance. otif was carried out in the decorations with a beautifully Imas tree dominating. The individual tables were covered cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh flighted tapers. iuvrea were served during the cocktail hour. The dinner included fresh fruit on Bibb lettuce with mignon with fresh vegetables. A chocola Following dinner the Henry Charles < During the cocktail hour, flute and pian Dr. and Mrs. Carl Chametski were cc ing committee aides: publicity, Mrs. Ali Jule Zananiecki; patrons, Mrs. Janet K reservations, Mrs. Genevieve Witkoski. aM.in: �ual Koftciuazko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrand Ballroom of the Gua Genetti Best Western Hotel ra and guests in attendance. otif was carried out in the decorations with a beautifully tmas tree dominating. The individual tables were covered cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh ig lighted tapers. luvrea were served during the cocktail hour. The dinner included fresh fruit on Bibb lettuce with mignon with fresh vegetables. A chocole Following dinner the Henry Charles ( During the cocktail hour, flute and pian Dr. and Mrs. Carl Chametski were cc ing committee aides: publicity, Mrs. Ali Jule Zananiecki; patrons, Mrs. Janet K reservations, Mrs. Genevieve Wjtkoski.. 3109^ �lira A. PetrenchnV cember 27,1992 3 The S ^981 ■ .9^0-^009 iau^:ra-s^ 'S H ual Kosciuazko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrand Ballroom of the Gua Genetti Best Western Hotel rs and guests in attendance. otif was carried out in the decorations with a beautifully ►man tree dominating. The individual tables were covered cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh ig lighted tapers. luvres were served during tho cocktail hour. The dinner included fresh fruit on Bibb lettuce with mignon with fresh vegetables. A chocole Following dinner the Henry Charles < During the cocktail hour, flute and pian Dr. and Mrs. Carl Charnetski were cc ing committee aides: publicity, Mrs. All Jule Zananiecki; patrons, Mrs. Janet K reservations, Mrs. Genevieve Wjtkoski joP3Jl^3juaP!5aJdr �ual Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrand Ballroom of the Gua Genetti Best Western Hotel ra and guests in attendance. otif was carried out in the decorations with a beautifully tmas tree dominating. The individual tables were covered cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh ig lighted tapers. tuvres were served during the cocktail hour. The dinner included fresh fruit on Bibb lettuce with mignon with fresh vegetables. A chocole Following dinner the Henry Charles I During the cocktail hour, flute and pian Dr. and Mrs. Carl Charnetski were cc ing committee aides: publicity, Mrs. Ali Jule Zananiecki; patrons, Mrs. Janet K reservations, Mrs. Genevieve Wjtkoski. jOP3J,^Tu9P,S3Jdr �ber 27,1992 WBIWSSSA'lUkfWB gd| The Sunday Independent _ Soc ‘Kpsciuszfy ‘Baft$ 2?^. MV / >o aw pus / snjq. ueeq ioj s^ueqq fcAm ssajdxe /. 000'T$ jo /4 Auew / :9inr jceea Zd 'a^oorjUBN fS UTEW •' ’U ''nq OOS einc ieuz < ual KoeciuBzko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrand Ballroom ofthe Gua Genetti Beat Western Hotel ra and guosta in attendance. otifwas carried out in the decorations with a beautifully Lmas tree dominating. 1110 individual tables were covered cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh g lighted tapers. uvres were served during the cocktail hour. The dinner included fresh fruit on Bibb lettuce with mignon with fresh vegetables. A chocols Following dinner the Henry Charles ( During the cocktail hour, flute and pian Dr. and Mrs. Carl Chametski were cc ing committee aides: publicity, Mrs. Ali Jule Zananiecki; patrons, Mrs. Janet K reservations, Mrs. Genevieve Witkoski. jopaJIO ^p’sajj 3Jo9-34d3SOi �- ual Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrand Ballroom of the Gus Genetti Best Western Hotel ra and guests in attendance. otif was carried out in the docorations with a beautifully Unas tree dominating. The individual tables were covered cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh ig lighted tapers. luvres were served during the cocktail hour. The dinner included fresh fruit on Bibb lettuce with mignon with fresh vegetables. A chocole Following dinner the Henry Charles ( During the cocktail hour, flute and pian Dr. and Mrs. Carl Charnetski were cc ing committee aides: publicity, Mrs. Ali Jule Zananiecki; patrons, Mrs. Janet K reservations, Mrs. Genevieve Wjtkoski �Jecember 27,1992 The Sunday Independent Food Weddings Engagements Socia ^7 Q(psciuszl(o (Battby 10 Le a via ernashire, dand, kits of lit and | of re­ lieves Ln who ual Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball was held SaturGrand Ballroom of the Gus Genetti Best Western Hotel rs and guests in attendance. otif was carried out in the decorations with a beautifully cmas tree dominating. The individual tables were covered fowells cloths, white napkins and the centerpieces were fresh Its. But ig lighted tapers. waning •uvrea were served during the cocktail hour. The dinner 1 °n SvSdinnpr v? ett?ce with honey mustard dressing, filet e8, n;fhoc°late mousse was the dessert. Charles Orchestra played for dancing. ^U^rnandeMrs^ari^Chai^Utevn^^anomus^CWerePro^e<^' by th.e foUowJuleZananiecld; patrons, Mre’jn?^i:s^W1^^'Wsk»r?ec^a?1<2!S’^rs' reservations, Mrs. Genevieve mvltatl0ns’ ^rsSawicki; s£SM«»a8a»88&&ChametsH.’ ’Carl J' Ch“™tski, Carl E. Ch^etKddy Chametski. ■—_ _____ (chris Michael Photos) �THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION Joseph E Gore President & Executive Director March 20, 1991 Mrs. Jule Znaniecki 500 E. Main Street Nanticoke, PA 18634 Dear Jule: Many thanks for your most recent letter and the contribution of S1'000 from last December's Kosciuszko Foundation Ball. Please [Jjz express my appreciation to all for their generosity. Also, many thanks for all of your kind words. Indeed, you and many others have been true, loyal and supportive members of the Kosciuszko Foundation and we can never thank you enough. Please keep me informed of any activities concerning the Polish Room or Wilkes itself which you think I should attend and, schedule permitting, Eugenia and I would gladly come. Best wishes. Sincerely, JEG:dm Joseph E.Gore President and Executive Director An American Center for Polish Culture 15 East 65th Street, New York, NY 10021-6595 • Phone: (212) 734-2130 iVuw—o _ During the cocktail hour, flute ana pm Dr. and Mrs. Carl Chametski were * ing committee aides: publicity, Mrs. A Jule Zananiecki; patrons, Mrs. Janet reservations, Mrs. Genevieve Witkosl Fax: (212) 628-4552 �'FOUNDATION March 20, 1991 the kosciuszko foundation Joseph E.Gore President & Executive Director May 6, 1992 letter and the contribution szko Foundation Ball. Please sir generosity. Also, many ideed, you and many others have rs of the Kosciuszko Foundation :tivities concerning the Polish I should attend and, schedule I come. Dear Friends: I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support of the Kosciuszko Foundation's 1992 Souvenir Ball Journal. -Your advertisement helped to make this year's edition of the Journal a huge success. I have enclosed a copy of the •journal as a momento. Thank you again for your support of the Kosciuszko Foundation! Best wishes. Sincerely, Sincerely, oseph E.Gore President and Executive Director Enc. >olish Culture ie: (212) 734'2130 Fax: (212) 628-4552 �WILKES COLLEGE POLISH ROOM COMMITTEE CIUSZKO FOUNDATION PARRISH HALL - SOUTH RIVER STREET WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA May 6, 1992 ;e this opportunity to thank you for your co Foundation’s 1992 Souvenir Ball ament helped to make this year's edition iccess. I have enclosed a copy of the r your support of the Kosciuszko Sincerely, �Wilkes college >LISH ROOM COMMITTEE IISH HALL — SOUTH RIVER STREET WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA 5 What is the Kosciuszko Foundation...? The Kosciuszko Foundation is the American Center for Polish « culture. It is a non profit, tax-exempt institution founded in 1925 tn when a group of eminent Americans saw the need for improving ? relations between the United States and Poland through the pro** motion of a student-exchange program. Since then the purposes and I activities of The Kosciuszko Foundation have expanded to include • the following: J Purposes: To promote a better knowledge of their Polish heritage among Americans of Polish descent, and thus to develop that sense Z of pride in the accomplishments of their own ancestors which is S basic to an appreciation of their own American heritage. q — To promote a deeper understanding of the United States in Po-? land and of Poland in the United States. — To encourage the younger generation of Americans of 'Polish 2 descent to secure higher education, and thus to contribute to the educational level in America. -j i, — To promote the growth of Polish studies in America. Activities: Exchanging undergraduate (Junior Year Abroad) and a~" graduate students and scholars between the United States and Po­ land. — Enabling Polish Americans to enter medical schools in Poland. — Providing grants to writers, artists, students and scholars, to enable them to complete scholarly or creative artistic or literary projects that would serve to implement the purposes of the Kos­ ciuszko Foundation. — Maintaining a program of Summer Studies in Poland. — Awarding scholarships to enable Polish Americans to go on to higher education, and to enable Americans of non Polish background to undertake Polish studies. — The publication of books and the organization, of cultural programs. • To carry on these programs the Foundation needs the contribu­ tions of its members and the general public. All contributions, in­ cluding membership dues, are tax deductible. You can help them in carrying out their objectives. JtC ® Membership costs only $AWM). To become a member all one needs to do is to send a check for §10.00, $25.00 or more to The Kosciuszko Foundation, 15 East 65th Street, New York, New York 10021, together with your name and address. There are no duties or obligations to membership. Members receive a copy of the monthly “Newsletter," in which the activities of the Foundation are described and in which articles are aspects of the Polish and Polish American experience are printed from time to time. The — on — .«bequests --------- • made - in - the last wills and The FnunHaHnn Foundation also *.^1: relies testaments. It likewise administers estates and funds that are retricted by their donors for purposes that wall within the general purposes of the Foundation. ,' Thanks to the support of its members, The Kosciuszko Foundation was able to assist 542 students and scholars in realizing their educa­ tional or professional objectives during the year ending June 30. 1977. This alone is a remarkable record for an institution the size of The Kosciuszko Foundation, with a staff of only nine full time em­ ployees, but in addition to the services outlined above, this staff of nine has continued a rich program of lectures and recitals both in the K.F. House in New York and at centers across the United States, including a series of Art Exhibitions held in New York City. It has continued the Foundation’s publication programs, as well as a variety of miscellaneous cultural programs. • ' Polish students experience life in USA New York City — Friendship Ambassadors Foundation this sum­ mer arranged for 168 Polish university students to experience life in USA staying with families in host communities. The students were divided in two four groups travelling 34 states concentrating on a specific topic in each community as part of Friendship Am­ bassador’s "Learning Laboratory." The students were welcomed in Boston State House by Mass. Auditor Thaddeus Buczko. Members of the Polish Arts Club in Elmira, N.Y. accepted 42 students into their homes. The Polish were the largest group of foreign students ever to visit the U.S. Z ?KF pioneered CR The First Chopin Piano Com­ petition sponsored by the Kos­ ciuszko Foundation — a Polish cultural center based in New York City — was held on June 15, 1950. The winner was not of Polish descent but a young Black American, Roy Eaton, a student at the Manhattan School of Music in NYC. Eaton's Chopin award, highly significant in the pre-Civil Rights era, was made a special feature by the New York Times on June 17, and was given considerable space in other newspapers and maga­ zines. (The above photo is a flier advertising Eaton’s recital at New York's Town Hall in 1952 under the auspices of The KF). �WILKES COLLEGE >LISH ROOM COMMITTEE tISH HALL — SOUTH RIVER STREET WILKES-BARRE. PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL — August. 1978 J^^zz Jule ST*r J 17^ f ff-b tJeo>rt 4i.^.(L ra£>f £>-f&di>ty p-^ldcLC^kt 2 rofi) 1. <£. 6/^ f\r7Kl Met/ i‘~ lVojnarsb (t'/c Ji£kaP€.l /&. l^pi^ r~ts- / d.e» ■3d^ ' ■ €( 77-^ Mcuy lyiraf Lu?/<22. Fl a. :$b i/~? 5uO. ■ L /yon. 'Itrt fd I or^h. 13<fo 01/1//4> ^7_ l<P<® /Yla-K sMtMci (?/.& 3^, k/ �WILKES COLLEGE )L!SH ROOM COMMITTEE :ISH HALL — SOUTH RIVER STREET WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA <zvi cy Cre&lto : / 7^2) (Jc j s ^o^r/z/g^ , i i -I Lii^/OTo-sik 1 *27< jtforti H/ectp^r fVcw// n.s k, i fr,. 4.7 tflL S^V. I. , - l< - ■2 &</7t ^clT. S'&F. z r I ( / iq #■<..- V 7. �^iLKi 15a An. Zf^ pn ~ -W Q^rol/i v/a.rren Ce/e t^L — OccLUi^l^i �> ^p6^e_. c? WILKES COLLEGE POLISH RGGh K.F. BALL POLICIES to rho Kt- CHE President of tbe^tolish Room is Honorary Chairman and is Invited to attend all committee meetings. * 2* ’^e Chairman of the Ball is K.F. Ball Treasurer. The Ball Chairman is invitedto the Board Meeting before her first committee meeting- to hear and discuss Ball policies- and to present names of her committee chairmen. Date- Ball held (with Board approval) on an evening between Christmas and New Years? Eve. 5. "Package Deals" with hotels cover the price of tickets only; therefore it is necessary to send form (Patron) letters to Banks, businessmen, and professionals for sponsorship. Start in October (using a November 1 date on the Letter) and state the deadline. Urge all members to become J0.OO patrons (or more). Patron Comm, includes area chairmen. (All comm, should include a’Chairman plus two members, minimum). Checks made out to K. F. Ball Committee. Reserve hotel and orchestras i year in advance. Chairman pays hotel ; down-payment with funds carried over from the previous Ball. 7.Invitations Comm. meets in August to update the list. Invitations must be in the mail day after Thanksgiving. n c» Theme is optional, but may be patterned after K.F. Ball in N. Y. Publicity - starts in November with picture of invitation comm, addressing invitations. Divide articles with pictures equally between the dally paper and the Sunday Independent. Arrange with Libby .Droworai. in October for Ball coverage in the Social section if the Ball is held on Friday or Sat.. When the ball is held on another night, Times^Leader will have the pictures. 10* Reservations - close 10 days before the Ball to allow Chmn. to type the guests’names in alphabetical orderand give the list to the Arrangement Chmn, Your check is your reservation. Discourage paying at the door! 11. Arrangements Chmn. and her comm, make duplicates of seating arrangements. They number the cards and print the host’s name for each table. Seating is coordinated by the Reservation and Arrangements Comm. One of these copies is given to the Door Chmn. to assist her in directing guests. 12. The Ball Chmn., havlnv served as Co-Chmn. the previous year, hosts a Summer .Garden. Party; proceeds credited to the Ball account. 13. Ball Co-ohm., appointed by the Pres., Bd., and Ball Chmn., is Chmn. of the 1 Christmas Party and serves on all Ball Conn, to learn how the Ball function 1^4 Decorations - Table centerpieces kept simple and traditional - collar of ereens around hurricane lamp or candle. Entertainment - The Polish Room Chorus; dance croups (optional). z In January the Ball Chmn. submits her financial report and evaluation 10 4 *-n the Board. In Feb. she makes her complete report to the members and mails her check to the K.F. along with photos. , nh’-m. receives a copy of this. 17. Each -o..s. cn-n. �^IK£S COLLET POLISH '-'U-EGg ***«» COA* COk^,.~ You have >1 ^PolishastheH^-Itisarallying for all Poles. %yz .$ was the watcl FINANCIAL report '..(jSCLUSZKC FOUNDATION BATT.. DEC, 29, 1978 s: 216.00 23.80 6.77 6.25 12.00 54.00 ivitations (500)- Unigraphic Color tron letters, Stamps and nvelooes r-Jo ihoto Studio amps (360)- Invitations lamps (30)-Patron Thank You Notes 6.50 Record Box and Fillers 9.25 aphic Arts Services Is. Raphael Kon (30 centerpieces) 3°.00 Is Genetti Motor Inn (215 persons served) ■(includes 100- band charge) at ( 15*50)3132.50 ■ograms (200) Unigraphic Color 86.50 1vance by Polish Room Comm.to Genetti 300.00 lirden Party ■.ristnas Party (itrons itrons (Viola Schwartz to i.ildred Weiss) ^nation- Michael Antolik jail Receipts . TOTAL I 8 9 10 11 12 3691.57 TCTAI ,1 1 2&3 4 $246.50 r *a/ J 112.27/15 0.6? 1640.00— 250.00——* 1890.00 10.00 4039.50 , 6304.27 /( $ 6304.27 3891.57 2^12..70 a / j a f h Note: 1890,00 522.70 ’2412.70 Income Expenses TOTAL PROFIT ^€>9^7 ^5'7/ -r-y / /f >2 0 (Amount realized from Patrons) (Profit realized from the Ball Itself) sincere Thanks to all the Members of my Committees who worked diligently to attain this financial success, without their help ; W'Cild have been impossible. ■i ncerely, > �You have just heard the famous trumpet Jill known in Polish as the Hejnal. Itisarallying call for all Poles. '— /f/. The legendary, brave young trumpeter, -..v.r.waqthewatchmanondutvwhenthcTarlars tL* nr)^, ..AC/I the .origin of the Polonaise, the dance of the. Polish szlachta. The dance was first performed in. Krakow, Poland, in 1573, at the.court ceremony honoring the election of Henri de Valois ' afterwards, this financial, report KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION BALI. DEC, 29, 1978 Expenses: Invitations (500)- Unigraphic Color Patron letters, Stamps and nvelooes 216.00 23.80 check •• ” •• " 11 w n h £* ” ” ” ” 6*25 i-.ar-Jo Photo Studio 12.00 Stamps (360)- Invitations 54.00 Stamps (30)-Patron Thank You Notes Record Box and Fillers 6.50 Graphic Arts Services 9.25 Mrs. Raphael Kon (30 centerpieces) 3P.OO Gus Genetti Motor Inn (215 persons served) (includes 100- band charge) at ( 15*50)313?.50 Programs (200) Unigraphic Color 86.50 Advance by Polish Room Comm.to Genetti 300.00 1 2&3 A 5 6 7 « ’* ” 8 9 10 •' ” ’’ 11 12 13 TOTAL23891.57 Income: Garden Party f Christmas Party patrons Patrons (Viola Schwartz to Mildred Weiss) Donation- Michael Antolik Ball Receipts 2^6.50 C , I 118.27 / 1640.00— 250.00——1890.00 10.00 — 4039.50 A TOTAL> 6304.27 ; 6304.27 3891.57 2412.70 Note: Income expenses TOTAL PROFIT ^3%?/ ' ’'7? 1890.00 (Amount realized from Patrons) ry 522,70 (Profit realized from the Ball Itself) ' 2412.70'" 5Fz■ > My sincere Thanks to all the Members of my Committees who worked so diligently to attain this financial success without their hel it wQ^ld have been impossible Slncerely z7r, Je ItC'/tfeT' �You have just heard the famous trumpet chll known in Polish as the Hejnal. It is a rallying theorigin of the Polonaise, the dance of .the. Polish szlachta. The dance was first performed call for all Poles. The legendary, brave young trumpeter, in Krakow, Poland, in 1573, at the.cpurt.cere' ' who was the watchman on duty when the Tartars mony-honoripg the election of Henri de Valois as_Poland.'s...new king. Sopn afterwards, this ■ attacked the city of Krakow in the year 1241, was shot through the chest by a Tartar's arrow. processional dance was used to open all court He tried desperately to finish the Hejnal as he functions,, and later, receptions of the Polish was alerting the people of Krakow to the Tartar .-nobility. Just because our ball, by its very name, attack. As he was dying he sounded a final long note which was broken off with his last breath. ,.'■hdJiors an old Polish court dance, itdoesn'tmean From that day to this, the Krakow trumpet­ wit-are somgjtind of royalists. And while the ers finish the Hejnal on the broken note. They Polish white eagle used by Polonia wears a now play the trumpet call from the tower of St. crown, once also a regal symbol, the crowned 'comgr^ver the past fifty years, Jo . Mary's church, in the marketplace every hour on eagleJtas symbolize a Polish dream - the dream of afree. Trustees, also bethe hour, and it is broadcast daily. and democratic Poland. Today, that dream ue of having con­ j> This symbol of the historic bravery of the fluent fund. X* youthful trumpeter of Krakow has come to seems so much closer to reality. symbolize the bravery of the Polish people. It is other organizations in their traditional and spe­ ity of Nanticoke a symbol that has served to unite Poles in a cial events, notable among these the Polish he top” in raising national consciousness and resolve to struggle , Constitution Day celebration in May, Polish > and it actually againstVmost recent intrusion, Soviet commuHeritage Month observances in October, and the nism. Gnr Cultural Societv'squarterly publicaDozynki, or Harvest Celebration, atthenational tiofi is'named'Hejnal after the historic bugle call. shrine of Our Lady of Snows in Belleville, of contributions ./ This year, much of the world has collecHey: Illinois, during the month of August. 751 lively remembered the bravery 7“ Our ambassadors of. good. will, ... the , Cultural - , , runvu .• •and celebrated • xt • of the Polish . ,sChoralgroup, , ____nation in resisting Nazi aggression /ft, Society sang at nine community —$5,100.00 1-------fifty years ago. affairs during the past year. Our quarterly pub­ __ 2,250.00 And now, fifty years afterwards, we are lication, the Hejnal, commemorated its tenth an­ 721.50 also celebrating the exciting beginnings of a niversary with an outstanding special edition in * political, economic and social rebirth in Poland. 179.90 March. The latest show-piece of our cultural They are the eventual consequences of the 1980 35.00 programming is the new Polish language _ Gdansk shipyard strike by Solidamosc under course, taught by two teachers from Poland. 25.00 the leadership of Lech Walesa, who justrthis And this elegantball is the high spot ofour social 10.00 ■week was honored by President George Bush calendar. and by the United States Congress, which gave I mention all these things simply to show ' him the rare privilege to speak before a joint that the Polish=AmericanGuUuraLSocicty is aq (*<-$8,322.3 5 session in behalf of Poland. organization to be proud of. Ithas vitality! It is C .. . , t Stypng winds of liberty and democracy. doing things, and has aplace for each oneof you. nunities in the ^{generated in Poland by the Solidarity move-. We welcome you to join if you are not already a Vyoming, Ash' mpnt are now biowine throughout the world. member. This is a good time for that. Probably llen Lyon made and we celebrate that tonight. not since the American Revolution has the Pol- ntioned above, • The new, partially democratic government Foundation are in Poland, the sudden crumbling of the Berlin As Lech Walesa told the American Con­ wall, changes in Hungary, Bulgaria and the gress, "Let deeds follow words, now!" Soviet Union signalnew beginnings that we can rightly celebrate here, along with our com­ memoration of Poland's valor and grief fifty years ago. For their contributions to commemorating Polish struggle against Naziism, I and the olish-American Cultural Society wish to mmend the'Pblish community of Greater St. xtuis and especially Mr. Ron Merzweiler of the Polish Falcons who worked so tirelessly and successfully to organize and coordinate the articipation of our Polish organizations in me— bol­ tver an are inon, hia >utmil cherishes. Emil Malinowski caught the spirit of this foundation from the very beginning, consented tions of Polish culture and traditions to the present life of the Wyoming Valley, and participate in the festive spirit of the occasion, let us keep in grateful mem­ ory the man who generously helped to lay the foundations of the institution for the benefit of which the “Night in Old Krakow” is held—the man who could combine and reconcile the best of Polish traditions with the best of American aspira­ tions, a prominent citizen of the Wyoming Valley, the late Emil Malinowski. STEPHEN P. MIZWA Executive Director The Kosciuszko Foundation �You have just heard the famous trumpet All known in Polish as the Hejnal. It is a rallying the_origin of the Polonaise, flic dance of the. Polish szlachta. The dance was first performed call for all Poles. . .. The legendary, brave young trumpeter. ' who was the watchman on duty when the Tartars attacked the city of Krakow in the year 1241, as-Boland's new king. Sogn afterwards, this • was shot through the chest by a Tartar's arrow. processional dance was used to open all court He tried desperately to finish the Hejnal as he functions., and later, receptions of the Polish • was alerting the people of Krakow to the Tartar -nobility. Just because our ball, by its very name, attack. As he was dying he sounded a final long note which was broken off with his last breath. ,'hdJiors an old Polish courtdance, itdoesn'tmean From that day to this, the Krakow trumpet­ w^-are somg.kind of royalists. And while the ers finish the Hejnal on the broken note. They Polish white eagle used by Polonia wears a now play the trumpet call from the tower of St. crown, once also a regal symbol, the crowned Qaglejias ,ccfeytt^er the past fifty years, Jo . Mary's church, in the marketplace every hour on symbolize a Polish dream - the dreamof a-free. 'Trustees, also bethe hour, and it is broadcast daily. and.. democratic. Poland. Today, that dream ue of having conI/ This symbol of the historic bravery of the /ment fund. youthful trumpeter of Krakow has come to seems so much closer to reality. symbolize the bravery of the Polish people. It is other organizations in their traditional and spe­ •ity of Nanticoke a symbol that has served to unite Poles in a cial events, notable among these the Polish he top” in raising national consciousness and resolve to struggle , Constitution Day celebration in May, Polish > and it actually against S’most recent intrusion, Soviet commuHeritage Month observances in October, and the -Iq/ nism. Aur Cultural Society^quarterly publicaDozynki, or Harvest Celebration, at the national lion isTtamcd Hejnal after the historic bugle call. shrine of Our Lady of Snows in Belleville, of contributions .7 This year, much of the world has collecIllinois, during the month of August. Iley: tively remembered and celebrated the bravery Our ambassadors of good will, the Cultural of the Polish nation in resisting Nazi aggression ‘/Society's Choral group, sang at nine community —$5,100.00 fifty years ago. affairs during the past year. Our quarterly pub­ — 2,250.00 And now, fifty years afterwards, we are lication, the Hejnal, commemorated its tenth an­ 721.50 also celebrating the exciting beginnings of a niversary with an outstanding special edition in _ * political, economic and social rebirth in Poland. 179.90 March. The latest show-piece of our cultural _ They are the eventual consequences of the 1980 programming is the new Polish language 35.00 Gdansk shipyard strike by Solidamosc under course, taught by two teachers from Poland. 25.00 the leadership of Lech Walesa, who just This And this elegantball is the high spot ofour social 10.00 -week was honored by President George Bush calendar. and by the United States Congress, which gave I mention all these things simply to show him the rare privilege to speak before a joint that the PoUsh=AmericanGulturaLSooicty is ary ^-$8,322.35 I session in behalf of Poland. organization to be proud of. Ithas vitality! Itis C . . . , i Strong winds of liberty and democracy, doing things, and has aplace for each oncof you. numties m the JTj generatedJnJZoland by the Solidarity moveWe welcome you to join if you are not already a Vyoming, AshZ pent,..are.now .bjowing .throughout the, world, member. This is a good time for that. Probably Hen Lyon made not since the American Revolution has the Pol­ ntioned above, -The new, partially democratic government ishconnection been so admired and applauded. Foundation are in Poland, the sudden crumbling of the Berlin wall, changes in Hungary, Bulgaria and the Con’ Soviet Union signal new beginnings that we can tions of Polish rightly celebrate here, along with our com­ culture and traditions to the present life of the memoration of Poland's valor and grief fifty hol•ver Wyoming Valley, and participate in the festive years ago. , For their contributions to commemorating an spirit of the occasion, let us keep in grateful mem­ the Polish struggle against Naziism, I and the ory the man who generously helped to lay the \ Polish-American Cultural Society wish to foundations of the institution for the benefit of \ commend the’Polish community of Greater St. are which the “Night in Old Krakow” is held—the \ Louis and especially Mr. Ron Merzweiler of the inman who could combine and reconcile the best of / Polish Falcons who worked so tirelessly and on, / ^successfully to organize and coordinate the hia Polish traditions with the best of American aspira­ I participation of our Polish organizations in >ut- tions, a prominent citizen of the Wyoming Valley, mil A ........... Iter cherishes. Emil Malinowski caught the spirit of this foundation from the very beginning, consented the late Emil Malinowski. STEPHEN P. MIZWA Executive Director The Kosciusgko Foundation �are cordially invited to attend Members Day at the Kosciuszko Foundation Celebrating our 6Oth Anniversary Gala Concert by the Slavic Arts r Ensemble featuring guest artlsT Joel bah, 1985 winner of the K.F. Chopin Piano Competition Discussion of the programs and goals of the K.F. Reception Please join us on Saturday, December 14th at 3p.m. in the K.F. House, 15 East 65th St.,Manhattan Admission for Members is free L' �J-LEADER, THE EVENING NEWS, WILKES-BARRE, PA. DECEMBER 29, 196 ——---------------------- --- -------------------- —-------------------------- --------- ---------------------------------------------------------- 19th Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Attended By Several Hundre Among those in attendance at last night’s ball were, left to right, Dr. and Mrs. Frank Peters, Nanticoke Mayor and Mrs. Edward Gorka, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Hudak, Mr. and Several hundred guests at­ tended the 19th annual Kosciusz­ ko Foundation Ball held last night in the Crystal Ball Room at Hotel Sterling. Highlight of I the evening was the Polonaise. ■ led by Mrs. John S. Cresko, I chairman of the ball, Mr. Cresi ko and Congressman and Mrs. I Daniel J. Flood. I Proceeds from the ball are used for the Kosciuszko Foun1 dation Scholarship founded in I 1925. The foundation in the i course of 44 years has promoted the exchange of 400 students, both scholars and professors, both Polish and American, at a cost of more than several million dollars. These exchange scholars have written 20 books, some in Poland about America others in America on. Polish subjects. One of the American exchange professors to Poland was the late Eric P. Keily who wrote seven books on Polish ! subjects. Beginning with the next aca­ demic year, 1970-1971 the Ko­ sciuszko Foundation will in­ augurate a new program. In cooperation with the Jagiellonian University of Krakow, Poland, it has established a junior year abroad for the third year college students. In all it will be responsible for 40 Americans to Poland each year. (Corallo Studio Photos) Mrs. Edward Yashinski, Mr. and Mrs. Clem Sawicki and Dr. and Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz. JTlCW'fj the Polonaese d by the chairmen Mrs. g r-n<-Vn fa - John "’ante* VUl banski; c( -Stefan 1 ' 1UUU, ovaurcj ‘‘antey Urbanski, "Mrs A\e\\a t sne.r k. ��SEWING MACHINE repairs. All makes. 151 GORDON Avenue. City. B^'^^carport. 3 bedrooms, tile uisth^tSt Lcwlth & rrccyears experience. Free estimates. 288-4295. 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Sealed blds for one or all units (as is) condition by December .128 to LIQUID CARBONIC. Front and Porter Porch. $50. 824-5404. 42 YATES STREET, Forty Fort. Half |Streets, Philadelphia, Pa. 19148. Attention double block available January 15th. Re-1 cently remodeled. 3 bedrooms, IV-t baths, MR. ERB. $135 per month, heat by tenant. Inspection Inspection Service by appointment. 287-2194. HAVE YOUR CAR INSPECTED NOW-~ 5 ROOMS. Heat, hot water. Large pore17. CITY CHEVROLET, Authorized Inspection Adults. $68. 823-5362. (Station, 355 Market. V X 198—Auto »e. y.«d. e23“l 285.___ .________ -.—------ Turn • WILKE^BARRE-wMm^0USC.a$ ^.0540 |(HIGHEST 201—Wanted To for Buy -PRICES paid all makes and iiimodcjs used cars, 191 J utL_YT''iWfhL GUESTS AT DESSERT — Shown during the Kosciuszko Ball near the dessert table featuring the traditional TABLE holiday pastries of Poland are, from left: Mrs. John Urbanski, John Urbanski, Mrs. Edmund R. Dreier, Edmund R. Dreier, Mrs. John S. Cresko, Tad Nowinski, Mrs. Thaddeus Nowinski, Congressman and Mrs. Daniel J. Flood, John S. Cresko, Mrs. James Feddock, Stanley u Urbanski, p and Judge 1 �cn ’S i tn & cn c <D 8 CD w e <u £ d> ao g £ <D CO £ co T3 s ® £ o' ® to 2 ?I > (0 g ’S The 26th annual Kosciuszko Yuletide Ball, sponsored by the Wilkes College Room Committee, was held Monday night in the Grand Ballroom and the Viennese Room of the Gus Genetti Hotel. c I • ■ a> .c -p a• <u "0 2^ „r<^ m -S u? qQ5 o » cn 1 S c sg pi NJ ° S’ B f—‘XJ rSI 0 fP «< ff i- a; 2 ggftS < ~p.s 03 ZJ > 05 wj a S go S o . ■ n ■ ■ | I J with handmade ornaments ofl| wood, straw and paper, irwL keeping with the Polish tradil ’ tion, were also displayed. Com­ pleting the decor were portrait^ of Kosciuszko and his fello~ compatriot, Pulaski, which were framed in wreaths. o £ n CO BB sicians. Decorations for the ball, commemorating both the gold­ en anniversary of the Kosciuszko Foundation and our nation’s Bicentennial, carried out both®! themes. Red candles on glit-SB tered white squares of felt were^B surrounded by pine, laurel andB holly berries entwined withB gold garlands and golden mini-B atures of the Three Wise Men.l Christmas trees, decorated® ’ fX a> □. S M Music P^vided without intermission by the Lucien Kry eer Orchestra and also the Grand Tour afforded contmu* ous dancing for those in attend1 . ance. The group responded en( thusiastically to the pulsating rhytbyms set forth by the mu- ig* s' S'. g> cp>2- 5fi co g 2« < o B o C B x;- 0 3 £ £ 5' S’ M-g>& 8 3 S a. ’2. S Sg«s I 5 S y Highlight of the event was the singing of the Kolendy and Christmas carols by the Wilkes » College Polish Room Choral Group under the direction of Mrs. John Pagoda. <X> Among those who enterCO I tained prior to the ball were cn jS'S.S? CO Judge and Mrs. Peter Paul 01cn I szewski who hosted a cocktail 0) 5 ® S party at their home. Mr. and M C£ g o *J u ! Mrs. Edmund R. Dreier enter­ tained at a dinner party al their home. Mrs. Dreier was i ‘r chairman of the baltT^ a * f There are three local meC..s bers of the National Council the Kosciuszko Foundation headquarters in New YorkcA -0 y. They are Mi§s tyaryf. W wacki, Mrs. Vincent Znan^s and John S. Cresko. " �cn PJ <D CD 8 CO cncn 8CD CDOX) « O <0 § £ z. ' 5 3 #3 CD CA <D CA J- I CD £ £ 8 s •§ I cn CA CO CD CD 1 .8 •; W I >; Nr. i 85—Uefrigerafion Service (_ -'washer. tv. refrigerator repairs. d- ~-• ELECTRO-X, 410 HAZLE, CITY. 824-3751. s2^"6ss“or ~ n FRIGlbAIRE-MAYTAG-HOOVER. ServiceVISIT OXS' parts. RMEN.X’ACK. 267 Wyoming, Kings' --------- 0 ■£ £ rc i CD 103-p£ f| --------------- CO $2 g s CA " 86—Washer Repair Sen-ice — [ESTIMATES—H e n"nr< I GE, westingiiouse, IATIYEH’S. 322-6970. 104^ I 104—Building, Contracting ^5 ,o^033g^ w#f? ODERN E FLOOR y°Chirg Q 5’ $ \t19-3^ g-8 2- 3 YEAR 3 END 3 g \ d< o w ’E. v fesr’S £.2 SALE ’ 52. o o 2L i°87! J 7cie«! -JCEILING Ej WHITE TILE aRK^; __ First Quality a^s [i CD CA « 8 CA co a CO •; ** <rET£ « CD £Z CO ° £ CA CD <d o -o > CO r\c JL(J ro c Ci C co « CA > CD eCD O£ £ « > g a 5 12"xl2" § ,^5 PREFINISHED plywood ----- \PANELING •gSr Of j .y\ft. £2 % £ 4X7 ft. «3.45 ir O”1'I* s»d ,. W - CD CA” U H CD CO S- M £§ CA SO S CA CD © inlail i Wjatnm. ?VL i ‘^L «vtains- CA > O > • too C CD TILE First Quality f.mbossea ~<Z) <z> tile h 55 CACD_ CO tuo i: c c< MB'S o op’s CERAMIC «1. ft- Eo b © c cd3 CD CA o N CA <z> •? c PS Sils The 26th annual Kosciuszko Yuletide Ball, sponsored by the Wilkes College Room Committee,] was held Monday night ih the Grand Ballroom and the Viennese Room of the Gus Genetti Hotel. Music provided without in­ termission by the Lucien Kryger Orchestra and also the Grand Tour afforded continui ous dancing for those in attend- ance. The group responded enI thusiastically to the pulsating rhythyms set forth by the mu­ sicians. Decorations for the ball, commemorating both the gold­ en anniversary of the Kosciuszko Foundation and our nation’s Bicentennial, carried out both] themes. Red candles on glit-j tered white squares of felt were surrounded by pine, laurel andi holly berries entwined with) gold garlands and golden mini-1 atures of the Three Wise Men. Christmas trees, decorated with handmade ornaments of wood, straw and paper, ir keeping with the Polish tradi­ tion, were also displayed. Com­ pleting the decor were portraits of Kosciuszko and his fellow compatriot, Pulaski, which were framed in evergreen wreaths. ljz Highlight of the event was f r the singijig of the Kolendy and Christmas carols by the Wilkes College Polish Room Choral Group under the direction of Mrs. John Pagoda. Among those who enter| tained prior to the ball were Judge and Mrs. Peter Paul 01[j szewski who hosted a cocktail party at their home. Mr. and Mrs. Edmund R. Dreier enter­ tained at a dinner party a their home. 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At the right of the photograph is a Christmas tree with handmade decorations of paper, ’ wood which are called straw and "Wycinanki.’ right are: Joseph Left to Wnorowski, Mrs. W norowski, chairman of the dessert table; Ed Barchick, Mrs. Barchick, Dr. Francis Kopernik and his wife, Dr. Lydia Kopernik, member of the board of directors of Wilkes Polish Room Committee; Vincent Znaniecki, Mrs. Znaniecki, president 03 2 QW g- Q2J 3 2S 3 ~E* * 9 5S « S " 2 2 <-* X Q c CO r>« n 8 2.| c ai-sawu dcoSS’TlsSS’p |& « 3E ffi 0 w § S << EJS 3 3 ►a 3 S 3 5 cd H 2 \u — ® sjuapio Q £? | ol» c — *3 the o- i ^3.c cd M 71 ro • o c << s A or £ £ r, < ?t 2. • B •CD T5 CD CO ® _ t? O » co s w 1 t ,s®g g> o5§5^ a> 2 Z 03 tt g c* at £ - B"\o 2 e- q 0> t ‘ £ ~3 r1 tntdl- M tn g.S * ft-SH -< OC CW1 VI 00 <0 CP VJ1 ru ro O' H P> 0a O tr o> -O f\xj 'J Wl ex Vl O corwA O VO. °CoGl \ i? Hi Ki 6 TAj4 I • O , 40 CD* . 4 ro O' CXT\ ° i! -cM, ro rojh ocn V4 vrco U1 n> - * r (t • 4} (b o rd j? 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Staciaipy Nancy) Genetti Music provided without in-H by the vnBhip_‘ Ge*1glfi mission Orchestra andLucien also Krythe ----- I _^id Tour afforded continu’ancing for those in attend-lur* The group responded en-. ■— stically to the pulsating} > ms set forth by the mu-iuipped? 2300 1184. 1155 ---- 1444. 5.63 a, 102. 26.3d 2104.63 2271.5m 691.62 941.35 55.83.5 27 22.5 -- . 1413.01 V pine, laurel and entwined with ind golden mini- INC. Km hree Wise MenJ^s-isoj If es, decorated-^ wl] ornaments o^®^2 WL d paper, ir Polish tradi----------Hayed. Com-roM butt’’' *re portraits? vr" his fellow i, Which’'—287-1195 evergreen ■ t0 6 ent was election \'dy and f— Wilkes of 1550.15 86p"— —1’° of ;^S‘: 802.78) 950 1413 1550.1' 910. 1200. ________ Iw ,-^^/ee^ Ss^sg. was oall." three loca l .^1 mem# -ci s of >theare National Council of the Kosciuszko Foundation with » headquarters in New York Git- > y. They are Mi§s Mary J wacki, Mrs. Vincent Znanie**1 b and John S. Cresko. 1 r 1087.50 ations for the ball, ---- 1 orating both the gold-.uys V. Bcr, -sary of the Kosciusz--^7 tion and our nation’s 1, carried out both ft quares of felt ’d candles onwere glit- MART * k & 2722.55 1 #691.62 941.35 i? ;ers tors. K c BednarejrLee Vine 200 : 175. . Sterl. Sterl.- Sterl. 380.14 66.31 , . 1CC Kosdem sponsored by the..ilial Wilkes ruletide Ball,^ College Room Committee, ' Bg* was held Monday night incdroom the Grand Ballroom and;-sca^ "he Viennese Room of the* Free" rus Genetti Hotel. ---- �What is the Kosciuszko Foundation? Ual KOS- .dcrn e Ball, __ e Wilkes ®'^. jmmittee,—y Hight hledroom [room andds^pcd .oom of the"___ . >tel. . n j /f >d without.in1 ie Lucien Kry----J I and also the gg 1 torded ““‘“TsnS-- ®; I those in attend S I in responded ento the pulsating* <| forth by the M 1S for the ball.vT' Ung both the gold-me , ;» of the Kosciusx-fi— , „n and our nation s I, carried out both maRT I ,'d candles on gut I I quares of felt were J v pine, laurel and J ,(& entwined with 1 ind golden nnni-^1 I hree Wise Men., eis-isoa I es, decorated^ ] jrnaments oi1tal d paper, h Polish traai——" hayed. Com-ro^t »re portraits^ nis fell0^-r\.,5 i, which-25.^ evergreen _-------- • ent was ady and ,iE - *»•— '^torb£L' \ Wilkes /Choral a. &WA; of yjn c. iter'/ere -was , are three ^f ^•s of the National Cou « the Kosciuszko Foundat cit. headquarters in NewJ y. They are Mi$s wacki, Mrs. Vincent Zn^n and John” S. Cresko. \ndCCP°rur ^Attention The Kosciuszko Foundation is the American Center for Polish Culture. It is a non profit, tax-exempt institution founded in 1925 when a group of eminent Ameri­ cans saw the need for improving relations between the United States and Poland through the promotion of a student-exchange program. Since then the purposes and activities of The Kosciuszko Foundation have expanded to include the following: ACTIVITIES PURPOSES • Exchanging undergraduate (Junior Year Abroad) and graduate students and scholars between the United • To promote a better knowledge of their Polish heritage among Americans of Polish descent, and thus to develop that sense of pride in the accomplishments of their own ancestors which is basic to an appreciation of their own American heritage. States and Poland. • Enabling Polish Americans to enter medical schools in Poland. O Providing grants to writers, artists, students, and scholars to enable them to complete scholarly of crea­ tive artistic or literary projects that would serve to im­ plement the purposes of the Koscisuzko Foundation. © Maintaining a program of summer studies in Poland. ® Awarding scholarships to enable Polish Americans to go on to higher education, and to enable Americans of non Polish background to undertake Polish studies. ® The publication of books and the organization of cultural programs. ________ -z~«* giving the lhjuks- history of the other s culture, all help to make each better known to the other. • To promote a deeper understanding of the United States in Poland and of Poland in the United States. • To encourage the younger generation of Americans of Polish descent to secure higher education, and thus to contribute to the educational level in America. • To promote the growth of Polish studies in America. . . iur ttus specific purpose, is fulfilling a real need and is fulfilling it well within the scope of its resources. What has it done? Within the eleven years of its existence the Kos­ ciuszko Foundation, has accumulated an endowment fund of over $160,000; has exchanged (including the school year 1936-37) 122 students, scholars and professors between Poland and America; has grant­ forming, which seeks culture whereever it is to ed, mostly in cash but partly in secured scholar­ be found, with independent judgement, and which- ships, the sum of over $100,000 without drawing is all the more original because it has access equally Up°" ,lts caPital funds! has been instrumental in to all sources. The supremacy of the classics is at publishing over a dozen of books and upon demand an end, and the domination of the western shore of has furnished informational service to thousands of cases both in Poland and America. ' International culture in the future will be based not on the supremacy of any one national influence, as French culture dominated the Middle Ages. Aemircans, in particular, will no longer derive their ideas of the world from the publicist of England, �00 1 . £ Wheat is the Kosciuszko Foundation...? The Kosciuszko Foundation is the American Center for Polish culture. It is a non profit, tax-exempt institution founded in 1925 tn when a group of eminent Americans saw the need for improving relations between the United States and Poland through the pro­ motion of a student-exchange program. Since then the purposes and I activities of The Kosciuszko Foundation have expanded to include 1 the following: “J Purposes: To promote a better knowledge of their Polish heritage S among Americans of Polish descent, and thus to develop that sense g of pride in the accomplishments of their own ancestors which is, -j basic to an appreciation of their own American heritage. q — To promote a deeper understanding of the United States in Po-> land and of Poland in the United States. » — To encourage the younger generation of Americans of'Polish “s descent to secure higher education, and thus to contribute to the V. educational level in America. a. — To promote the growth of Polish studies in America. V /fx Activities: Exchanging undergraduate (Junior Year Abroad) and ( graduate students and scholars between the United States and Po­ land. —-Enabling Polish Americans to enter medical schools in Poland. — Providing grants to writers, artists, students and scholars, to enable them to complete scholarly or creative artistic or literary projects that would serve to implement the purposes of the Kos­ ciuszko Foundation. — Maintaining a program of Summer Studies in Poland. — Awarding scholarships to enable Polish Americans to go on to higher education, and to enable Americans of non Polish background to undertake Polish studies. — The publication of books and the organization, of cultural pro­ grams. *7 3 ■dnU.INC. .^e Men., sw-isoa decorated'7 „• ornaments ^iBABRE oi1T/lL and paper, ir with the Polish tradi—------- “ were also displayed. Com-ro^vgT ng the decor were portraits losciuszko and his fellow.. patriot, Pulaski, which-a^* framed in evergreen---------- To carry on these programs the Foundation needs the contribu­ tions of its members and the general public. All contributions, in­ cluding membership dues, are tax deductible. You can help them in carrying out their objectives. 'truck!. \ A cing of the Kolendy and naS carols by the Wilkes ' \ Polish Room Choral -z\mder the direction of \n Pagoda. « those wh0 ent Tiftsates, 58 internade tractor. .lountatntoP ids tor one v December and Porter j. Attention \’ior to the ball were L90'^. ' Mrs. Peter Paul 01- Service^ _.\ho hosted a cocktail d inspection ' heir home. Mr. and \nd R. Dreier enterAi dinner party at__ Mrs. Drejer was ^uian of the ba 117 Z" There are three loyal me ifefffil bers of the National CouncH.^ I , the Kosciuszko Foundation . j headquarters in New ’ y. They are wacki, Mrs. Vincent Znai^ and John S. Cresko. I ' Membership costs only $10.-00. To become a member all one needs to do is to send a check for $10.00, $25.00 or more to The Kosciuszko Foundation, 15 East 65th Street, New York, New York 10021, together with your name and address. There are no duties or obligations to membership. Members receive a copy of the monthly “Newsletter,” in which the activities of the Foundation are described and in which articles are aspects of the Polish and Polish American experience are printed from time to time. The Foundation also relies on bequests made in the last wills and testaments. It likewise administers estates and funds that are re­ tracted by their donors for purposes that wall within the general purposes of the Foundation. .’ Thanks to the support of its members, The Kosciuszko Foundation was able to assist 542 students and scholars in realizing their educa­ tional or professional objectives during the year ending June 30, 1977. This alone is a remarkable record for an institntion the size of The Kosciuszko Foundation, with a staff of only nine full time em­ ployees, but in addition to the services outlined above, this staff of nine has continued a rich program of lectures and recitals both in the K.F. House in New York and at centers across the United States, including a series of Art Exhibitions held in New York City. It has continued the Foundation’s publication programs, as well as a , variety of miscellaneous cultural programs. f KF The First Chopin Piano Com­ petition sponsored by the Kos­ ciuszko Foundation — a Polish cultural center based in New York City — was held on June 15, 1950. The winner was not of Polish descent but a young Black American, Roy Eaton, a student at the Manhattan School of Music in NYC. Eaton’s Chopin award, highly significant in the pre-Civil Rights era, was made a special feature by the New York Times on June 17, and was given considerable space in other newspapers and maga­ zines. (The above photo is a flier advertising Eaton’s recital at New York’s Town Hall In 1952 under the auspices of The KF). Polish students experience life in USA ■ pioneered CR New York City — Friendship Ambassadors Foundation this sum­ mer arranged for 168 Polish university students to experience life in USA staying with families in host communities. The students were divided in two four groups travelling 34 states concentrating on a specific topic in each community as part of Friendship Ambassador’s “Learning Laboratory.’’ The students were welcomed in Boston State House by Mass. Auditor Thaddeus Buczko. Members of the Polish Arts Club in Elmira, N.Y. accepted 42 students into theif homes. The Polish were the largest group of foreign students ever to visit the U.S. �& <</ ^Seek funds for medical students New York City — Americans of Polish descent form approxi­ mately 20 to 25% of the popula­ tion of Buffalo, N.Y., Chicago and Milwaukee, Wise., as an ex­ ample. Yet in the medical schools in these cities, only 1% of the student bodies is of Po­ lish background. • If Pol-Ams were Black or His­ panic, this would constitute de facto proof of discrimination and the Federal Government would demand a correction of this condition. But Pol-Ams are nor have belonged to “priviIcdgcd’' America. cal school? To enable help correct this situation and Polonians to enter the medical profession, the Kosciuszko Foundation, this city, has begun a program of medical studies in Poland, where tuition, room and board costs approxi­ mately $1.800 per, year. At pres­ ent 41 _Pol^m students are takiif^HparF in this program, which is expected to grow to 200 students over the next five years. Unfortunately some of the participants and their families The primary reason for this condition is “lack of funds.’’ Medical school tuition is near­ ing $10,000 per year in many schools and this does not include room and board. How can the typical Pol-Am family, three children and an in­ come of $11,500 per year, drcam of sending its children to medi- can not afford '° year. They hav P Kosciuszko Fonn^??16 to -L* for loans, (not -n p-1- e lor^oans, ’ ’ ' •• have entered the medical fession. al pr°' The Kosciuszko Foundhas no student loan fS’S wants to begin one. It is ap­ pealing to the general public for contributions in order to give a chance to young Pol-Ams to enter medicine. If you desire to help, send con­ tributions to: The Kosciuszko Foundation, 15 E. 65th St., New York City 10021. If you belong to a Pol-Am organization, ask them to contribute. Dr. Eugene Kusielewicz, presi. dent of KF, said approximately $400,000 must be raised the next five years to assist these stu­ dents. “Hopefully those, who have no children or immediate family of their own, will remem­ ber this need in their last will and testaments.” TTE^dj£EdJcation^^ Seeks $1 Million Fund New York City—with The headquarKosciusz-1 BoaMr. rd of Roth Trustees. ko Foundation, stated that the Mr. Rothwill seek a fund ters in this city, has launched a Foundation 'stateu Iund of ot $1 million required to greatly and intensify its pro­ $1 million fund raising drive at expand a campaign dinner held lastI grams of education and aid de__ over iuv _____ signed to stimulate interest in, week at theworkers. Waldorf The Astoria, at­ and knowledge of, Poland’s rich dinner tended by over 100 _guests and also commemorated the 40th anheritage. during next I volunteer -or cultural niversary of the Foundation. “The Foundation a year”, Mr. Roth declared, “will JSh q' ®eek SUPPort from SOine 10 milfnf lion Americans of Polish henJ? nf R Sm Lva Federal Reserve System, have been named honorary chairman and general campaign chairman respectively of the drive it was announced by Arthur T. Roth, chairman of the Foundation s -------------------------------------------------” tage and friends °f the Founda' tiOn located in ,al1 PartS Of USA/’ He made known the fact that to date more than one third of the goaI ,had ,a]rea(jy been achieved tehrough advance gi{ts and niedges received from trustees %nd * ther individuals. In accepting the post of general campaign chairman, Mr. Szymczak noted that the Foundation, which was founded group of in 1925 1925 by by a a small amus. fl ‘ ■ and ---- 3 non nnn-­ strengthen the unity of the world Americans- of Polish is Khrushchev i Communist movement - to mo- Polish background, had worked bilize all parties to solidarity of diligently and with great sucaction.” cess through the years to bring Mr. Gomulka also revealed the historical and cultural athat the brother of Mr. Brezhnev chievements of Poland to the athad worked until recently in the I tention of all Americans. Kosciuszko^icill In Wilkes-Barre On December 26 Wilkes-Barre— The 16th annual Yuletide Ball of the Kosciuszko Foundation will be held at Hotel Sterling, Crystal Ballroom, on Monday evening, Dec. 26, 1966. Jack Melton and Orchestra will furnish music, from 10 to 2 A.M. Proceeds of the affair are turned over to the Kosciuszko Foundation, New York City, for -"hniarship aid to students in scholarship aid to higher institutions of learning. Reservations are being accepted by Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, R.D. No. 1, Dallas, Pa. The deadline is Dec. 20, 1966. Tickets sell for $10.00 per couple. //'/o’ //A'W W w $ & �— ger Orchestra ana also the Grand Tourforafforded ous dancing those in continuattendu‘- xu —*y- - ance. The group responded en------—rhythyms set forth by pulsatinge the mu-*uippe£ thusiastically to the sicians. Decorations for the ball.j^ -——en anniversary of both the Kosciuszcommemorating the gold-3UYS .300. 1155. 102.. 2271.59 941.351 3.01 .413 1350.15 1550.15} 800-^ 55.83.5 27 22.5(5 860.95 W' 910.7/ ' ko Foundation and our nation’s Bicentennial, carried out both themes. Red candles glit- MART -----tered white squares of felt on were surrounded by pine, laurel and holly berries entwined with gold garlands and golden mini-,. INC. atures of the Three Wise Men.0K?7- «nn "hristmas trees, decorated,&p ’ith handmade ornaments o£-B*?RE ood, straw and paper, ir eping with the Polish tradi_ _ n, were also displayed. Com-STOMBOILT ting the decor were portraits^ homes Kosciuszko and his fellow-d neat patriot, Pulaski, which^nsT-nas framed in evergreen i to 6 — ths. ~~' ’hlight of the event was —r-n---- > /igi/ig ofC the Kolendy trucks. • Liir 1 J and. u.cd selection ot .nas carols by the Wilkes -ton' fa-Polish Room Choral ^sa’intcrnT ^.<r/?/'Under the direCti0n Of Xto, aAounlum° ?n pag°da- u g those who enter- .n’and po - 'rior to Peter the ball 48,----* ; }_2.0^. i Mrs. Paulwere 01- — C^Qo '^00°sf n \c .—-pho hosted a cocktail 1 Serv \heir home. Mr. and \md R. Dreier enter---- Dreier \a Mrs. dinner partywas at _._s_yianare of the ball" ’ / There three iocal memct ® bers of the National Council of 0 "the Kosciuszko Foundation with XX<>^ X.. headquarters in New York City. They are Mi§s Mary plft; wacki, Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki and John’s. Cresko. ZA X* X?xX -Wx, X^ s> 7% ZO . " X, O/. X ’'■^^ �SUMMER STUDY IN Decorations nn —«. —__ commemorating both the gold-BuYS en anniversary of the Kosciusz-"^7 _ ko Foundation and our nation’s Bicentennial, themes. Red carried candles out on both glit- MART tered white squares of felt were surrounded by pine, laurel and berries and entwined with INC. gold garlands golden mini-., atures of the Three Wise Men.2Ng73.15r Christmas trees, decoratedtp ’ith handmade ornaments ood, straw and paper, ir eping with the Polish tradi-____ n, were also displayed. Com-STOj, ting the decor were portraits*’^ h Kosciuszko and his fellow'^ i> patriot, Pulaski, which^J framed in evergreen i - ths. "* ’hlight of the event was • iging of the Kolendy and mas carols by the Wilkes Polish Room Choral /.under the direction o' in < gPagoda. those who enterior to the ball we 1 Mrs. Peter Paul ( \'ho hosted a cock! \heir home. Mr. ; \ind R. Dreier en dinner party l—\ Mrs. Dreier \ --jjuan of the ball. * There are three local r 0 bers of the National Coun ■ the Kosciuszko Foundatior headquarters in New Yor y. They are Mi§s Marj wacki, Mrs. Vincent Znc " and John’S. Cresko. > g* % 2 ■A'Se tri S € o' & <v3, e|J£* POUND The Kosciuszko Foundation is sponsoring nine summer sessions in Poland, at three sites, with hundreds of participants expected in 1983. Students and adults may participate in these special programs for foreigners conducted at Poland's leading universities and cultural centers. Minimum requirement is high school gradua­ tion. All programs, which are three to six weeks long, include tours in Poland as well as classroom and extra­ curricular activities. For most programs, no previous knowledge of the Polish language is required, and col­ lege credit is available. Complete costs, inclusive of tuition, full room and board, travel in Poland and round­ trip transatlantic airfare, are approximately $1,500.* POLISH LANGUAGE, HISTORY AND CULTURE FOLK ART AND ETHNOGRAPHY FOLK DANCE WORKSHOP ECONOMICS AND FOREIGN TRADE TEACHING THE POLISH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE POLISH LANGUAGE POLISH COOKING AT: The Jagiellonian University - Cracow The Catholic University of Lublin The Adam Mickiewicz University - Poznan Due to limited class sizes we suggest you write now for brochure and application, to: to sh /s. Summer Sessions The Kosciuszko Foundation 15 East 65th Street New York, N.Y. 10021 Application deadline is February 15, dit ns, nd 'he ner the to ddi- �ger Orchestra Grand Tour afforded contig ous dancing for those in attend- ui. tor* - ance. The group responded en- - — thusiastically to the pulsatinge rhythyms set forth by the mu-:quipged. sicians. w’ Decorations for tiie ball.jyy " commemorating both the gold-SUY3 en anniversary of the Kosciusz-^47 ko Foundation and our nation’s Bicentennial, carried out both themes. Red candles on glit- M/ — tered white squares of felt were surrounded by pine, laurel and holly berries entwined with -—' gold garlands and golden mini-.. atures of the Three Wise Men.^1 Christmas trees, decorated/ ’ith handmade ornaments of’ ' ood, straw and paper, ir eping with the Polish trad/ n, were also displayed. Con ting the decor were portrai —— Kosciuszko and his fell’ patriot, Pulaski, wh , framed in evergr K ------ -— 860. & those u/h 50a 1200. ?or to Peter the h° 910.^ --------------- C U £ HJ T3 g his r. Z» CO O ’ hosteda he,r home ind R. Dre dinner >fhheST 01 KoseiUsz^t‘On^ head^armrs^ y- They ar LNe ner^l 4 ,^eeks Lan9ua, , - weeks F1ppee. * historical, andgive more advanced students the opportunity to deepen their uncferstand/hg ofPolish Language and Culture. Both offer an academic program of lectures and language classes. Lectures Wacki, wr j iu-Aug. 20,198. on topics in Polish language, culture, history andethnography are conductedin EngZ/sZ? by the Univer­ sity faculty. Polish language classes, at beginning through advancedlevels, aregiven bv specZaZZsfs in teaching Polish to foreigners. Textbooks are provided by the University. 'he intensive Polish language study d^- reparef^'’ - ' for aprofessional longerp< — „ ^udy in Polandas language purposes, is open «u an serious students, those who wish to well as.. those who need to.concentrate on the Polish These three sessions require preparation of homework. . ^, IZCZ0ante conducted for beginning through advanced levels. must take final examinations and regularly attend classes. Participants en/ov a full DroTmmnt h ' ™ concerts, theater, exhibitions andculturalevents. Guidedtours are arrangedtothemjor.museumsand institutions ofinterest in Krakow; weekendbus trips are made to othersites in the Krakowregion. in the past these have includedthe salt mines at Wieiiczka, the mountain castle ofPieskowa Skala, the former Nazi concentration camp at Oswiecim (Auschwitz), and the medieval monastery at Tyniec, on the Vistula river. During theprograms an overnight trip is also made to Zakopane in the Tatra mountains, to Czestochowa andseveraldays are spent in Warsaw. This summers trip to Gdansk isplannedatan addi­ tional fee to Interestedparticipants. Andemic in nature the Summer Sessions in Krakow offer a rare opportunity for the serious individual interested in the great wealth ofPolish language and cultureSituatedin the verybeautiful, ancient city o Krakow at Poland’s oldest university, these sessionsprovtde aperspnalexpenence of.mmeasumb/e ! , �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Kosciuszko Foundation Balls scrapbook, 1935-1950s Description An account of the resource A scrapbook filled with photographs, newspaper clippings, newsletters, magazines, and other materials documenting the history of the Kosciuszko Foundation dances, pageants, and social programs within the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1930s-1950s Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Scrapbook https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/afb30b7051d9e06012b1de5b38380d8e.pdf cc102ce55f87a71ab096f24a30d7c134 PDF Text Text ��Polish Room hosts founder’s granddaughter Submitted photo POLISH ROOM This Room is dedicated to the memory of settlers from Poland who since 1856 have made their homes in Wyoming Valley Wilkes University facultyon and staff Mcuoy, piuic^v. .. w one of the first of the Arts, to campus June 17.welcomed McCoy is Liza the granddaughter of Joseph J. Kocyan, Wilkes trustees, and Marie Kocyan, a founding member of the Polish Room Club. University faculty and staff gave McCoy a tour of the campus, including a visit to the Polish Room. In the Polish Room, from left: Brian Sacolic, head of Wilkes University Farley Library Public Services; Joan Ford, library technician; McCoy; Judith A. Gardner, Wilkes adjunct instructor of education; Robert S. Gardner, Wilkes associate professor of education; and Bernadine Tarasek, president, Polish Room Club. n” By their efforts they contributed to the development of its major industries mining and farming By their sense of fair play they encouraged the principle of collective bargaining Through their homes, schools, and churches they have proclaimed their faith and love of country This plaque is erected by their descendants so that their sons and daughters, together with the sons and daughters of those from other lands may take courage from their lives and deeds, and forever be reminded in these halls of Wilkes College that opportunity, wisdom, and justice are for all Americans Presented by Women's Committee for the Polish Room at Wilkes College Room designed by Stefan Mrozewski Furniture Made and Carved by Stefan H. Hellersperk - • I B. ■■■ �I ' 1 1 ) I L ■ —- ' --.-o' * ����O d J d V lS �THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION AND THE COMMUNITIES OF WYOMING VALLEY Present STAPEES The Coronation of Queen Jadwiga” i'S Costumes .ssaur rk City * religious rgeant rep* as crowned Serdeczna Matko’ Leonard Kruk idmund Lokuta itanley Niescher lohn Patronik >lem Pawlowski Leon Pietraszko Bernard Satkowski imil Siwak P. Sokolowski Steve Sokolowski lacob Sutt Joseph Tarel frank Wempa ulia Kurowski Lottie Pienta .oretta Kustis imily Makarczyk Jennie Podolec peccy—vjtfyxur— Lillian Gaylor Richaid Geisinger Eleanor Hinchinski Jean Halina Kocyan Cecilia Stachowiak William Stryak Betty Tonks Zygmund Waclawski nesJoseph Prescava se 'nM ‘ T'*7‘As vfrs. Siesko jujja Sztandera Helen Japcuga Sophia Sysko Victoria Kazmierski Stella Turel Lottie Klimowrcs Mrs. M. Warakomski Rose Kuczemba Cecilia Wlodarczyk �I- THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION AND 5 THE COMMUNITIES OF WYOMING VALLEY Present “The Coronation of Queen Jadwiga” K K tyt pleasure genre ompang 1 its Tird Annual M umes y tU) ious jrep' med r- I on UtaA® , 'W$ HjrrJ ef lllay nineteen fyuntfceJr thirty ~$even D^loek of eijgW JJrem Semple Wilkes -Barre^enna. /Sponsored Hie OimiMuniKes ©f Wyoming Galley JZJIZttuecn—xnrao Joe Donnelly Betty Gaylor Lillian Gaylor Richaid Geisinger Eleanor Hinchinski Jean Halina Kocyan Archer Law Gertrude Rydzewski Cecilia Stachowiak William Stryak Betty Tonks Zygmund Waclawski pna Matko” I I Kruk Lokuta Niescher itronik awlowski ietraszko Satkowski bvak olowski Sokolowski utt Tarel <Vempa lirowski rienta Kustis Makarczyk jPodolec ^Prescavage StefaniTGrabowsIrf M?§7^joseph Siesko Mary Grzybowski Julia Sztandera Sophia Helen Japcuga p--’---- Sysko Victoria Kazm terski Stella Turel Mrs. M. Warakomski Lottie Klimowrcz Cecilia Wlodarczyk Rose Kuczemba r ■4 i �^2^/737 THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION AND THE COMMUNITIES OF WYOMING VALLEY Present “The Coronation of Queen Jadwiga” o$cxu$zhu,^&nencan fepatrwtanb^li’sh national a eb the exchange cultural anb intel. __—Jlectiml het Wn the olb taoribanb 4 the new-, $e him scientific Manblw f) the ibeals liberty and toeh bach tu^lanb tfre r enthusiasm jsoutijM nation fw t&e principle ® J w *F W tempunany eclipse anb America at her berth, | tastily frienbsfyip and mutual unmslanbuMffl A Jminbatiou bearins Utosciusritob name carties fl t on tlj^ Sl) wbhj conceived Purina ttye ten jjears® trf ifemstence^e^unbation hasten out onceW Ja $100,000. oo, without beaming cn its ttapital fimb^scle^ M ly ^rthe^ft^ansenf 122 stubeiitSjpMfessorsatbstljolaisl^l H o [w^WRiWthe tofit^thej^nbstmis m i ■' 11 : staging ta M I':i M America tlje atmteph*** ai*b W !I )sPr^bam:es anb tt&iwdtaris anb f scenery ef the past deryig )A present bay achievements anb «tor-of ^talaniu w jlr^mSempW will be re^eentateb tc representthe^ K. ancient capital HKrakow, serins as abachymnb farg ?/ th^ large anb magnificent pageant uf the comnatUn^ 1P festival ef Utah’s great Queen Jjfabwiga in the yearly M 138i &JDL embaboura anb minstrels anb $ | y --Betty Gaylor Lillian Gaylor Richard Geisinger . Eleanor Hinchinski Jean Halina Kocyan forlhe owision J$jL w** Mary' Grz7Dowser“~^TrtzK®^ Gertrude kydzewsKi Cecilia Stachowiak William Stryak Betty Tonks Zygmund Waclawski Helen Japcuga c^u^urel Victoria Kazmterskr I Warakomski Cecilia Wlodarczyk r L �^7^/73 7 1- THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION AND THE COMMUNITIES OF WYOMING VALLEY Present Omission tfekto (Oenerrf admission ffetefe are £ 1.00 per person. Reserved serfs1 bwaeofe 11.50 per peroon. baleong wfe £1.00per person. ©rchesfra seats per person rchestm topolish anb American dance music be placed bjaspecial orcheafra in the ballroom. jDancin^ bill tetrrn KWpw.tol:Mam. Elizabeth Davis Joe Donnelly Betty Gaylor Lillian Gaylor Richaid Geisinger Eleanor Hinchinski Jean Halina Kocyan Stanley Krawiec Archer Law Gertrude Rydzewski Cecilia Stachowiak William Stryak Betty Tonks Zygmund Waclawski Veronica Chabala Lucia Gosciewska Stefania Grabowski Mary Grzybowski Helen Japcuga Victoria Kazmterski Lottie Klimowics Rose Kuczemba Jennie Podolec Agnes Prescavage Mrs. Joseph Siesko Julia Sztandera Sophia Sysko Stella Turel Mrs. M. Warakomski Cecilia Wlodarczyk �VTI u ^72^/737 THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION I- AND THE COMMUNITIES OF WYOMING VALLEY STAPLES Present ers Costumes py Lissaur prk City b religious geant reps crowned erdeczna Matko’ inard Kruk nund Lokuta nley Niescher n Patronik n Pawlowski n Pietraszko lard Satkowski 1 Siwak Sokolowski re Sokolowski b Sutt ph Tarel k Wempa netKreWIc'Z Young People Elizabeth Davis Joe Donnelly Betty Gaylor Lillian Gaylor Richaid Geisinger Eleanor Hinchinski . Jean Halina Kocyan Stanley Krawiec Archer Law Gertrude Rydzewski Cecilia Stachowiak William Stryak Betty Tonks Zygmund Waclawski " ’TTorence BudnickMadeline Bury Verna Burry Veronica Chabala Lucia Gosciewska Stefania Grabowski Mary Grzybowski Helen Japcuga Victoria Kazm terski Lottie Klimowicts Rose Kuczemba J Kurowski Lottie Pienta Loretta Kustis Emily Makarczyk Jennie Podolec Agnes Prescavage Mrs. Joseph Siesko Julia Sztandera Sophia Sysko Stella Turel Mrs. M. Warakomski Cecilia Wlodarczyk �THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION AND THE COMMUNITIES OF WYOMING VALLEY Present “The Coronation of Queen Jadwiga” Produced and Directed by David Guy Asherman Dances Directed by Jadwiga Mierzejewska and Richard Stefanski Settings by Alexander Wyckoff Guild O’ Crafts, Leonia, N. J. Most Nobility Costumes by Charles Chrisdie Co., Inc. New York City Most Dancers Costumes by M. Lissaur New York City Music by the Community Symphony Orchestra Directed by Pompilio Forlano There were two coronation ceremonies in ancient Poland. The first was the religious ceremony and took place in the Wawel Cathedral. The second, which this pageant rep* resents, was held for the people in the public square at Krakow. Jadwiga was crowned in the year of 1384. The Playing of the Heynal by the Trumpeter of Krakow____ Pompilio Forlano The Pilgrims Singing “‘Boga Rodzica” The Children of the City of Krakow Joy Baltimore Joseph Morrow Maureen Dougherty Jean Marie Moyles Claire Hannagan Mary Grace Ward Helen Morrow Vester Vercoe, Jr. Inhabitants of Krakow The Mother Mrs. Ben Groblewski A Country Couple Mrs. M. Simienkiewicz Anthony Kubicki A Wojt and his Wife Frank Podkul Mrs. Victoria Pietkiewicz Young People Elizabeth Davis Joe Donnelly Betty Gaylor Lillian Gaylor Richaid Geisinger Eleanor Hinchinski Jean Halina Kocyan Stanley Krawiec Archer Law Gertrude Rydzewski Cecilia Stachowiak William Stryak Betty Tonks Zygmund Wadawski The Monks and Nuns singing “Serdeczna Matko’ The Monks John Bednar? Carl Collons Sylvester Czyzyk Adam Gowetski Henry Grudkowski Michael Grundowski Joe Halizda Ben Jachimowicz Edward Jelenski Dr. Alois Knoll Clem J. Knoll John Kost Edward Kowalski Leonard Kruk Edmund Lokuta Stanley Niescher John Patronik Clem Pawlowski Leon Pietraszko Bernard Satkowski Emil Siwak D. Sokolowski Steve Sokolowski Jacob Sutt Joseph Tarel Frank Wempa The Nuns Wanda Baginski Florence Budnick Madeline Bury Verna Burry Veronica Chabala Lucia Gosciewska Stefania Grabowski Mary Grzybowski Helen Japcuga Victoria Kazm terski Lottie Klimow-cz Rose Kuczemba Julia Kurowski Lottie Pienta Loretta Kustis Emily Makarczyk Jennie Podolec Agnes Prescavage Mrs. Joseph Siesko Julia Sztandera Sophia Sysko Stella Turel Mrs. M. Warakomski Cecilia Wlodarczyk �___ EXECUTIVE BOARD REV. FRANCIS KASACZUN, Director MARY GLOWACKI, Executive President MRS. CHARLES ROZMAREK, Vice-President STANLEY WARAKOMSKI, Vice-President VICTORIA NITCH, Secretary ADAM OLSZEWSKI, Treasurer BOARD OF DIRECTORS MRS. ZIGMUND ADAMSKI ANTHONY GROSEK REV. JACOB GRYCZKA DR. AND MRS. J. J. KOCYAN MRS. T. KOLENDA MRS. F. J. KRYCH WITOLD KRZYWICKI MR. AND MRS. J. LESTER MRS. E. MAKOWSKI JOSEPH MIESZKOWSKI STANLEY MITARNOWSKI MRS. A. PARUCH MRS. V. PIETKIEWICZ MRS. M. PORWIT CHARLES ROZMAREK DAMAZY SAKOWSKI MR. AND MRS. A. STEPAN MR. and MRS. R. STEFANSKI PETER TUREK DR. H. ZIELINSKI VINCENT ZNANIECKI COMMITTEES PATRONS Mrs. J. J. Kocyan, Ch. Mrs. C.C. Groblewski Mrs. F. J. .Krych Stanley Warakomski PAGEANT Mary Glowacki, Ch. Mrs. J. J. Kocyan Victoria Nitch Mrs. R. Stefanski Mrs. A. Stepan CHORUS Mrs. F. J. Krych. Ch. Clem J. Knoll, Director J. J. Jakubowski, Asst. Director Zigmund Brodrinski Mrs. J. Mieszkowski COSTUMES Victoria Nitch, Ch. Mrs. St. Blazejewski Mrs. A. Klimowicz Anna Lukowski Mrs. F. Michaels Helena Ostrowski SPONSORS Joseph Lester, Ch. Mrs. H. Jarosz Mrs. F. J. Krych Witold Krzywicki Mrs. J. Lester Mrs. E. Makowski Joseph Mieszkowski Charles Rozmarek Mrs. A. Stepan Claire Twardowski Witold Krzywicki Mrs. H. Zaleta DANCE Richard Stefanski, Ch. Mrs. J. MieszkoWski Stanley Mitarnowski Anna Podczasy Leon Wazeter PROGRAM AND PRINTING Adam Stepan, Ch. Dr. J. Falcheck Stanley Krawiec Joseph Lester M. Markiewicz Richard Stefanski TICKET Claire Twardowski, Ch. Mrs. Zigmund Adamski Mrs. L. G. Gaylor Mrs. H. Jarosz Anthony Kubicki Mrs. E. Makowski Frank Putkowski • Regina Robaczewski John Straub Mrs. H. Zaleta INVITATIONS Casimira Tyburski Damazy Sakowski Valeria Sypniewski Mrs. C. Telejszo MUSIC Executive Committee PUBLICITY Mrs. B. Figlewski, Ch. T. Bielarski Regina Kasaczun M. Markiewicz Stanley Schmidt Adam Stepan T. J. Varhely Leon Wazeter ARTS AND DECORATIONS Max Adamski, Ch. Lucia Groblewski Sophie Klosowski Melania Kocyan Stanley Krawiec Peter Zawacki USHERS Mrs. Millard Glowacki, Ch. Mary Rowinski, Co-Ch. Mae Bobeck Helen Ceppa Marion Danilowicz Celia Furman Josephine Gocek Josephine Gorecki Eleanor Janowski Helen Karalus Clara Kosloski Sophie Kurzawa Anna Lukowski Violet Olszewski Wanda Olszewski Mary Pluto Anna Rembis Amelia Roguszcwski Alice Sakowski Anna Solaski Mildred Stryjak Valeria Sypniewski Pauline Talarski Martha Wesolowski Clementina Woznicki Helen Zabiegalski 14 REFRESHMENT COM. Mrs. F. Sosnowski, Ch. Mrs. P. Baluta Mrs. S. Gabrysh Mrs. J. Gillis Mrs. T. Janora Mrs. H. Jarosz Mrs. V. Pietkiewicz Helen Stryjak Mrs. H. Zaleta PROPERTIES COM. Stanley Bienus, Ch. Ray Kownacki Victoria Nitch Millard Stryjak AUXILIARY COM. Anthony Kucharski, Ch. Mrs. S. Gabrysh Mrs. L. Gratcofsky Zigmund Kowalski J. B. Rutkowski HOSTESS COM. Mrs. C. Rozmarek, Ch. Mrs. Z. Adamski Mrs. Wm. Baurys Mrs. S. Blazejewski Mrs. T. Bielarski Lottie Drapiewski Mrs. J. Gillis Mrs. B. Groblewski Mrs. C. C. Groblewski Mrs. A. Grosek Mrs. F. Gryczka Mrs. S. Janowski Mrs. J. J. Kocyan Mrs. T. Kolenda Mrs. C. J. Knoll Mrs. F. Krajewski Mrs. A. Kreczko Mrs. F. J. Krych Mrs. J. Lester Helen Mackiewicz Mrs. E. Makowski Mrs. A. Olszewski Mrs. M. Porwit Mrs. S. Schmidt Mrs. R. Stefanski Mrs. A. Stepan Helen Sypniewski Mrs. C. Telejszo Mrs. P. Turek Mrs. S. Tyburski Claire Twardowski Mrs. T. J. Varhely Mrs. S. Warakomski Mrs. H. Zaleta �Photo by James Rutter MISS MELANJA KOCYAN as QUEEN JADWIGA (With replica of Casinir coronation sword and crown from Krakow.) �STAPLES STAPLES IM �MRS. VINCENT ZNANIECKI 500 E. Main Street Nanticoke, PA 18634 ����=®ETTER181718 .saidvis ��STAPLES® ��A ffifi " / ����F r f k I / k A } J R J |‘ Ij stts -■ the Fg< a Persom =e a year tfcnic in j beautify licopee. K- P- m ny rate n nZ to th: he Bah o< general , lst 12th p, ,uai s held jp the Saturday f-Day (No I Mr. Max j Balls anc I Mr. Ed; I f South £ I *Ps the r I fCt Of f] E 'e is tha; | nnjittee p | ’• Benda i [ 1 mask 1 d Present ■ treasure | '« togeth g $650.00 i | let incon-i Shre ITe’ Pn k of ladie. \‘H K. f [I i's now as £ College, k ’ though ^ountries, k? Valley RucationPresident Lire also Res col­ li YuleBdation. fr 28th �The Kosciuszko Foundation 15 East 65th Street • • New York 21, N. Y. Monthly News Letter (Published monthly except July and August) Vol. XVIII, No. 8 (178) STOCK # PPV81 20th Century Plastics 1 -8 0 0 -4 2 1 -4 6 6 2 ■Ma-ui Edited by STEPHEN P. MIZWA April, 1964 ^eAcisa&gJio. QtHudlatton fcalU THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION Annual Ball in New WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS York (this year being the 31st Annual Ball* has served In the communities mentioned above, the Foundation as an inspiration to a number of other balls in various has many members, who not only make a personal mem­ communities — some of them for the benefit of the bership contribution every year but twice a year arrange Foundation, some for other benefits, mostly for scho­ an income-producing affair; an indoor picnic in Hatfield larships or other educational purposes. When some twen­ and a Dinner-Dance usually held in the beautiful Schine ty-odd years ago, the Foundation introduced the feature Inn within the territorial confines of Chicopee. of presenting at its Annual Ball a number of young la­ It would be difficult to mention all K. F. members dies of American families of Polish ancestry, other com­ who are active in these endeavors. At any rate most of munities followed our example. This gives us a certain them, about 30 strong, are usually coming to the K. F. sense of satisfaction; because, as the saying has it, Ball in New York and they are listed in the Ball Journal “Imitation is the best form of flattery”. in their customary Loges, Nos. 2-4. The general chair­ However, there are three man of the last 12th annual communities or areas where dinner-dance held in the there has been held an Schine Inn Saturday after annual or biennial ball or Thanksgiving Day (Novem­ dinner-dance exclusively for ber 30th) was Mr. Max Majthe benefit of The Kosciusz­ ka of Chicopee Falls and the ko Foundation, namely: treasurer was Mr. Edward F. Grabowski of South Had­ Boston, Western Massachu-^ ley Falls. Perhaps the most setts (Springfield, Ludlow, significant aspect of their Chicopee, Holyoke, Hatfield last dinner-dance is that, as etc.), and Wilkes-Barre, Pa. a result, the committee pur­ In the chronological order chased from Mrs. Benda the we are listing the results of famous Lincoln mask by the current season’s bene­ W. T. Benda and presented fits: it (through the treasurer) BOSTON to the Foundation together The Massachusetts Fed­ with a check for $650.00 as eration of Polish Women’s a balance of the net income. Clubs held its 10th Biennial WILKES-BARRE (every second year) Ko­ THE BENDA MASK OF LINCOLN Wilkes-Barre, Pa., sciuszko Foundation Presen­ from I. to r.: Mr. Mizwa, Mrs. W. T. Benda, there is a group of ladies tation Ball at Statler Hilton Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. Grabowski. (mostly if not all K. F. Hotel in Boston on Friday members) who have been working for some years now as after Thanksgiving. This Biennia] Ball was originally in­ Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. Wilkes College, spired some twenty years ago by Mrs. Joseph Kazanowski, which is sometimes called a “community college” though and has been repeated every second year with increasing it has students from many states and foreign countries, success, both moral and financial. As we try to do in is a source of pride for the residents of Wyoming Valley New York, the ladies of the Federation at each Ball fea­ —and rightly so, as it is one of the leading co-educationture some Polish cultural aspect. Their last Ball brought al colleges in Pennsylvania. Incidentally, its President to the Foundation a net income of $2,500.00, of which (Dr. Farley) and three of the Wilkes trustees are also $1,500.00 was earmarked for the Helena Modjeska Me­ trustees of The Kosciuszko Foundation. The Wilkes Col­ morial Scholarship in Dramatic Arts and the Dr. Marie le" e Polish Room Committee is holding an annual YuleZakrzewska Memorial Scholarship for a young lady of tide Ball for the benefit of The Kosciuszko Foundation Polish descent for the study of medicine. Mrs. Boleslaw The last ball, the 13th annual, held on December 28th A Czyzewski was the general chairman. �CTAPtES D.H W7.*11 n Presentees at the Tenth Biennial Kosciuszko Foundation Ball in Boston under the auspices of the Massachusetts Federation of Polish Women’s Clubs. in Hotel Sterling, was headed by Mrs. Thaddeus Salaczynski as general chairman and the treasurer was Mrs. Michael L. Weiss. The net income turned to the Foun­ dation was $800.00. We are grateful to all these K. F. members and friends for their effective cooperation. We can assure them that L. to r.: Dr. Norman Karmilowicz, Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz, Co-Chairman, Mrs. Thaddeus Salaczynski, Chairman, Dr. Thaddeus Salaczynski. every penny that came from these benefits or the equiv­ alent will be used for scholarship purposes — other qualifications being equal, for students from their re­ spective communities. — S.P.M. Actuate As a further demonstration of a continuing effort to provide diverse programs and activities, and to strengthen contacts with Polonia of the Metropolitan area, the Younger Members recently presented a special program for approximately 140 children from three Polish Supplementary Schools. The students, who came from Page Two Maria Konopnicka School in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Ra­ da Oswiatowa School in Manhattan, and Henryk Sien­ kiewicz School in South Brooklyn, were afforded an op­ portunity to see the American Center for Polish culture, and to demonstrate some of their own contributions to the American-Polish scene. Prior to the formal program, the children were es­ corted around the K. F. House by several Younger Mem­ bers who served as tour guides. During the program, Prof. Mizwa, President, Dr. Caesar Gaza, Chairman of the Yotmger Members Group and Mr. Feliks Poplawski, director of Rada Oswiatowa, the oldest Polish Supple­ mentary School in the United States, spoke to the children. To stimulate their interest in the Polish lan­ guage, Miss Krystyna Graczyk related the legend of “bursztyny” (amber stones). The highlight of the pro­ gram was the showing of color slides of Warsaw by Dr. Eugene Kusielewicz. As one of their outstanding musical events, the Younger Members presented the internationally known violinist Stephan Hero who performed to an overflow­ ing audience of members and guests, on January 24th, at the Foundation, in a program dedicated as a memorial to Mr. Hero’s father and teacher, the late Simon Hero. The net proceeds of the evening, which amounted to 8200.00, were donated by the Younger Members to the general scholarship fund of the Foundation, designated as the Simon Hero Memorial Fund. -TEEN DAY” "Jeszcze Polska nie zgingla poki my zyjemy”. These words seem to be very true when Polish parents incul­ cate their children with a love of the culture and tra­ ditions of the Land from which they or their ancestors came. Certainly the over one hundred ‘teens who came tu The Kosciuszko Foundation on Sunday, February 23rd for a ‘Teen Day sponsored by the Younger Members of The Kosciuszko Foundation, are products of such homes. The purpose of this event was to acquaint these young people with a center of Polish culture, The Ko­ sciuszko Foundation, and to bring them into direct con­ tact with the art treasures of the Foundation. On a tour of the K. F. building they saw many beautiful oil paint­ ings, gravures, and other drawings. They also viewed the heroic bronze statue of Jozef Pilsudski from the Po­ lish Pavilion of the 1939 World’s Fair, the masks by W. T. Benda, and the painting of Kosciuszko at Raclawice by Jan Styka. During the program Prof. Stephen Mizwa, Dr. Caesar T. Gaza, and Dr. Eugene Kusielewicz spoke about the work of The Kosciuszko Foundation, its various activities, and opportunities for young people. Polish songs were presented by Miss Dorothy Kostecki who was accompanied at the piano by Mjss Bar­ bara Kostecki. A “Teen-Age Polka” was danced by Miss Stephanie Kostecki and her fiance, Mr. Lucio Costanzo. Carvings from Zakopane were awarded as “door” prizes to three teens. The enthusiasm of the ‘teens was such that another Teen-Day Program is being planned for Sunday, ay 24th at 3:30 p. m. Dr. Eugene F. Kusielewicz will s o his slides of Poland and there will be a Social Hour ���ixosciuszko doh w in dc i iciu kjoiuruay, juec. z/ The Wilkes College Polish Room Committee in cooperation with the Wilkes College Department of Music presents STEPHAN HERO, violinist assisted by WILLARD SEKTBERG, pianist MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1965 at 8:30 P.M. Wilkes College Center for the Performing Arts i s a r 44. �Our sincere thanks to you . . . sponsops District Atty, and Mrs. Thomas E. Mack Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Mack Mr. John Malinowski Mr. Edward Mazanowski Mr. and Mrs. Edward Pawlak A Friend Pi Beta Gamma Club of Wyoming Valley Prothonotary and Mrs. Bernard Podcasy Col. and Mrs. Henry Pool Reymont of Wyoming Valley Dr. and Mrs. Peter Ringawa Dr. Joseph and Halina Rushin Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Sarnac Atty, and Mrs. Louis Shaffer Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Sordoni, Jr. Mrs. Helen Wasilewski Mr. and Mrs. Michael Weiss The Hon. and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki Dr. and Mrs. William R. A. Boben Atty, and Mrs. J. Hilary Bonin Mrs. W. H. Conyngham Mr. and Mrs. John Cresko Dr. and Mrs. Stanley Dombroski Mr. and Mrs. James Durkin Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber Dr. Eugene Farley The Hon. and Mrs. Daniel Flood Miss Mary Glowacki Dr. and Mrs. C. C. Groblewski Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Grosek, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Stephen A. Jonas Dr. and Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz Kay Wholesale Drugs Dr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan Miss Mary Koons Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kopicki PROQpam STEPHAN HERO, violinist Willard Sektberg, pianist I Sonata Paderewski patpons Mrs. Sophie M. Andreeko Mr. and Mrs. Bert Andrews Mr. and Mrs. George Andrews Mrs. John J. Aponick, Sr. A Friend Mrs. Bayard Hand Mrs. H. Guy Haupt Atty, and Mrs. James P. Harris Mr. and Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk Dr. and Mrs. Emil P. Howanitz Dr. and Mrs. Robert Babskie Dr. and Mrs. Leo Bednarek Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Bednarski Alfonso Bednarski Funeral Home The Misses Irene and Catherine Biczysko Mr. and Mrs. Frank Boguszewski Mrs. Malcolm Bumside Mrs. Anita Janerich Col. Edward H. Janowski, D.D.S. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Janowski A Friend Mr. and Mrs. James Jiunta Mr. and Mrs. Patrick L. Jiunta Miss Felicia Jonas Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jones Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Colarusso Mr. and Mrs. John Chwalek The Hon. and Mrs. William B. Curwood Mrs. Franck G. Darte Mr. and Mrs. Chester B. Derr Mr. Edmund Drapiewski Dr. and Mrs. John Drapiewski Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski Atty, and Mrs. Anthony B. Dreier Mr. and Mrs. Alphonse Edmundowicz Miss Annette Evans Miss Jean Evans Mr. and Mrs. Frank Falchek Mr. and Mrs. James Feddock Mr. and Mrs. Millard Galat Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Galazka Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gawat Mr. and Mrs. Louis Glowacki Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gorka Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Groblewski Mr. and Mrs. John Grontkowski Mrs. Anthony Grosek, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Grosek Reverend Albert M. Kaczmarek Mr. Anthony Kane Atty, and Mrs. Peter Kanjorski Mr. and Mrs. John Karmilowicz Dr. and Mrs. E. J. Kielar Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Knorek Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Kocian Mr. and Mrs. George Kocyan Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kopicki Dr. and Mrs. Walter Kozik Dr. and Mrs. Delphin Krajewski Miss Lydia Krajewski Mr. and Mrs. Alex M. Kresge Dr. and Mrs. Walter Krzywicki Dr. and Mrs. Walter Kuc Atty, and Mrs. Alexander J. Laffey Mr. and Mrs. Charles Law Mr. and Mrs. Charles Leonard Mr. Joseph Lester Reverend A. G. Lewandowski Dr. Edward Makowski Mr. and Mrs. Dominic Manganiello Mr. and Mrs. Clement Maslow Mr. and Mrs. Frank Matinas II Concerto Karlowicz III G. Bacewicz Sonata, No. 2 (First American Performance) IV Szymanowski La Fontaine d’Arethuse .... Malawski Burleska .. Maklakiewicz Suita Huculska �oau WU1 Be Held Saturday, Dec. 27 patpons - conti nued Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Matukaitis Dr. and Mrs. B. J. Mileski Mrs. Joseph Mosier Miss Ann Mushinski Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Nork Dr. and Mrs. Edward P. Nork Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Novitsky Miss Mary Novitsky Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O’Karma Atty, and Mrs. Peter P. Olszewski Atty, and Mrs. Daniel Ormanowski Mr. and Mrs. Walter Pawlowski Dr. and Mrs. Eugene Pelczar Miss Felicia Perlick Dr. and Mrs. Frank Peters Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Piekarski Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Piszczek Polish National Alliance, Gr. 2800 Polish Women’s Alliance Council No. 4 P.N.A. Dist. 7, Louis Slivinski Dr. and Mrs. John Ravin Dr. and Mrs. Anthony Riofski Mr. and Mrs. Frank Roan Mr. and Mrs. William Rushin Mr. and Mrs. Simon Russin Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Rutkowski Mr. and Mrs. Edward Sadowski Mr. and Mrs. Clem Schwartz Atty, and Mrs. Leon Schwartz Mrs. Paul R. Selecky Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Siesko Mr. and Mrs. Alex Seleski Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski Mr. and Mrs. Walter Songaila Miss Claire Smith Mr. and Mrs. Narcey Stapinski Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stefanski Miss Mary Klos Steminski Mr. and Mrs. John Stetz Miss Ellen Strojny Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Strong Mr. and Mrs. Emil Suda Mrs. Charles Telejszo Dr. and Mrs. Carl R. Urbanski Mr. and Mrs. Chester J. Urbanski Mr. and Mrs. Edward Urbanski Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Urbanski Atty, and Mrs. Anthony W. Wallace Atty, and Mrs. Charles B. Waller Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Walting Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Weiss Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wodaski Mr. and Mrs. John Wojcik Miss Nell Wojnarski Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Yanoshak Mr. and Mrs. Edward Yashinski Dr. and Mrs. Norman J. Yatko Yurko Florist Mr. and Mrs. Alphonso Zawadski i! exchange of 400 -ween Poland and on dollars. These • some in Poland ‘ subjects. One of and was the late a Polish subjects. j>ery Medal of the I has had over 30 :ar 1970-1971, the hew program. In jsity of Krakow, ! oad for the third i sponsible for 40 committees Honorary Chairman — Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan Chairman — Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki Co-Chairman — Miss Mary Koons bunced PUBLICITY — Miss Nell Wojnarski. TICKETS — Mrs. Michael Weiss, Chairman; Mrs. Clem Schwartz, Mrs. Frank Groblewski, Mrs. Edward Nork, Mrs. Charles Leonard, Mrs. John Pocreva, Mrs. Alex Kresge, Mrs. John Pagoda, Miss Mary Novitsky, and Mrs. Anita Janerich. PATRONS — Mrs. Stanley Dombroski, Mrs. Joseph Rushin, Co-Chairmen; Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs; Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Clement Maslow, Mrs. Edward Kopicki, and Mrs. Chester Urbanski. PROGRAM — Miss Mary Koons and Mr. Alfred Groh. ARRANGEMENTS — Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski, Mrs. Joseph Piszczek, Co-Chair­ men; Mrs. John Drapiewski, Mrs. Joseph Mosier, Mrs. Louis Gawat, Mrs. Daniel Ormanowski, Mrs. Edward Gorka, Mrs. James Feddock, Miss Irene Biczysko, and Mrs. Henry Horbaczewski. USHERS — Miss Felicia Perlick. RECEPTION — Miss Ann Mushinski, Chairman; Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz, Mrs. Robert Kopicki, Mrs. Charles Telejszo, Mrs. Anthony Wallace, and Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk. The Wilkes College Polish Room Committee wishes to thank all who helped toward the success of this concert tl P e i g with the ball are: Chester Urbanski; tam, Mrs. Michael Jffsi Inesday with Mrs. Koscluszko Foun- imrs. KdwarcTGbrka, Nanticoke. A/7 �Thirty-Two Kosciuszko Ball On December 27 J ! exchange of 400 ween Poland and on dollars. These , some in Poland 1 subjects. One of and was the late n Polish subjects. bery Medal of the 1 has had over 30 ar 1970-1971, the new program. In 'sity of Krakow, oad for the third sponsible for 40 si ic_ ni -ninced flia Moi Hou jbe . 7. J vite _ . , „ — Sheerin Photo Invitations have been issued for the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball which will be held Saturday, December 27, at the Crystal Ballroom of Hotel Sterling. Mrs. James Feddock is chairman of invitations for this annual Yuletide formal sponsored by the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. Dr. and Mrs. J. J. Kocyan are honorary chairmen. Pictured above at the home of Mrs. John S. Cresko, ball chairman, are four of her assistants. Seated from the left: Miss Felicia Perlick, decorations chairman and Mrs. Feddock. Standing: Miss Mary Novitsky, publicity co-chairman, and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, publicity chairman. For 19 years, the Polish Room Committee has been affiliated and John S. Cresko. The late; There have been 50 scholarship John Malinowski also served on (recipients from Pennsylvania, in­ with the Kosciuszko foundation of cluding three from the area this the council. iciuumg mree num me aiea ims New York and is listed on the Proceeds of the bally are used,past year. They are: Thea ChesBenefactor’s Plaque. Dr. Slcphenlfor the foundation’s scholarship! luk and Donna Sikorski, EdMizwa is president and executive (program. In addition to music Wardsville, math students at director of the foundation. The*and exchange scholarships, there,Wilkes College, and Gloria National Board of Trustees in- are scholarships given to quali- Grzybicki; Duryea, a student at e ludes Dr. J. J, Kocyan, Dr. fied students in the field of engi-'Hahncmann Medical College. Eugene Farley, Miss Marylneering, medicine, dramatic art/The first local recipient was Dr. Koons, and Joseph Lester. Othcr geology and auxiliary sciences onjDoris Bartuska, the former Doris local members of the national undergraduate and g r a d u a t ejGorka, daughter of Mayor and council are Miss Mary Glowacki level. IMrs. Edward Gorka, Nanticoke. TS/f 4- ,g with the ball are: , Chester Urbanski; jram, Mrs. Michael ;z. ednesday with Mrs. the Kosciuszko Foun- �Kosciuszko Ball Will Be Held Saturday, Dec. 27 © CD CO Plans for the annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball spon­ sored by the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee were 3 2 C C H *-* formulated at a recent meeting at the home of the chairman, Mrs. John S. Cresko, Kingston. The balll will be held Satur­ day, Dec. 27, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the Crystal Ballroom, Hotel Sterling. At the planning meeting making preparations for the balll were Mrs. Cresko and her chairmen, seated left to right, Mrs. Edward Nork, reservations; Mrs. Stanley Urbanski, ball cochairman; Mrs. Cresko; Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, publicity; and Mrs. Clem Schwartz, door. Standing are Mrs. Michael Weiss, program; Miss Felicia Perlick, decorations; Mrs. James Feddock, invitations; Mrs. Anita Janerich, arrangements; and Mrs. Edward Mashinski, patrons. Proceeds from the ball are used for the Kosciuszko Foundation scholarships. Founded in 1925, the Foundation g ® © fi in the course of 44 years has promoted the exchange of 400 students, both scholars and professors, between Poland and the U.S., costing more than one-half million dollars. These exchange scholars have written 20 books, some in Poland about America, others in America on Polish subjects. One of the American exchange professors to Poland was the late Eric P. Kelly, who wrote seven books on Polish subjects. His “Trumneter of Krakow” won the Newbery Medal of the American Library Association for 1928 and has had over 30 reprints. Beginning with the next academic year 1970-1971, the Kosciuszko Foundation willl inaugurate a new program. In cooperation with the Jagiellonian University of Krakow, Poland, it has established a Junior Year abroad for the third year college students. In all it will be responsible for 40 Americans to Poland each year. p 'S. tr ti si o> re ra Kosciuszko Ball Committee Aides Announced 3 :• ? 6 o ?' S'" ■2,? fg 5' £. O Q g , I ■ 3 S e t* - I as 5’ u CD E j St 5 The Crystal Ballroom of the Sterling Hotel will be the holiday setting for the 18th Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball to be held Saturday, Dec. 28. Invitations have been issued and plans completed for the formal affair sponsored by the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. Mrs. trank Groblewski is general chairman of the Ball and Mrs. John S. Cresko, cochairman. . ., Shown above is the decorating committee, left to rignt, Mrs. Stacia Feddock, Miss Doris Cresko and Miss Felicia Perlick, chairman. Other chairmen of committees assisting with the ball are: Patrons, Mrs. Stanley Urbanski and Mrs. Chester Urbanski; invitations, Mrs. Anthony Wallace; program, Mrs. Michael Weiss; arrangements, Mrs. Clem Schwartz. Reservations may be made until Wednesday with Mrs. Edward Nork. Proceeds from the ball are given to the Kosciuszko Foun­ dation Scholarship Fund. (Corallo). �STAPLES’ Dancing of Polonaise HigMiiuszko > with Mrs. John S. Creslp, cochairman, and com­ mittee members formed a receiving line to greet the guests as they arrived. The Polonaise, which Is a traditional part of Sparkling white centerpieces with gleaming tapers completed the yuletide motif at the 18th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball held last night at Hotel Sterling. Mrs. Frank Groblewski, chairman, together . 5 s® O s 5 £ ? BI ? a ~ s? 3 8 g 5g f-o 1 is £ H w _ 3 c -SSafs'o! ■ cr ex >- the ball each yi the young set. 1 Shown in tl chairmen, left tq sky, Mrs. Stanley i Mrs. Norman Karalunas and Mrs. Frank Groblew­ ski. Standing, Mrs. John S. Cresko, Miss Felicia Purlick, Mrs. Anthony Wallace, Mrs. John Pocreva, Mrs. Edward Nork and Mrs. Clement Swartz. (Photo by Ace Hoffman), �Dancing of Polonaise Highlights Kosciuszko Ball * O' www Sparkling white centerpieces with gleaming tapers completed the yuletide motif at the 18th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball held last night at Hotel Sterling. with Mrs. John S. Cresko, cochairman, and com­ mittee members formed a receiving line to greet the guests as they arrived. The Polonaise, which Is a traditional part of Mrs. Frank Groblewski, chairman, together the ball each year, was executed by members of the young^set. , Shown in the above group are the committee chairmen, left to right they are: Miss Mary Novit­ sky, Mrs. Stanley .Urbanski, Mrs. Chester Urbanski, ^7^ ' J' .. J. . £fi.s’ Mrs. Norman Karalunas and Mrs. Frank Groblew­ ski. Standing, Mrs. John S. Cresko, Miss Felicia Purlick, Mrs. Anthony Wallace, Mrs. John Pocreva, Mrs. Edward Nork and Mrs. Clement Swartz. (Photo by Ace Hoffman), �(■W-Q. ■■ The Kosciuszko Foundation. 15 East 65th Street • • New York 21 N. Y. Monthly News Letter (Published monthly except July and August) Vol. XXII, No. 8 (218) Edited by STEPHEN P. MIZWA April, 1968 fywi K.ty. feeneljiii. al the 1967-68 Seaian 9 0 $ o during the current winter season four affairs (balls, sorry to say that only a few weeks later, on January dinner-balls) were held for the^benefit .of The Kosciusz­ 14th, Mrs. Feddock’s husband passed away. ko Foundation, namely: While registering satisfaction of a good job well 1. The Kosciuszko Foundation Twelfth Biennial Pre­ done, may we express to Mrs. Feddock and the family sentation Ball held on November 17th at the Statler Hilour heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement. ton Hotel,...Boston, Mass.. under the auspices of The 4. The Kosciuszko Foundation Second Annual Din­ Massachuse£ts-Federatlon_of ner and Thirty-Third An­ Polish Women’s Clubs. As nual Ball held on February we go to press we do not 9, 1968 at the Waldorf-Asto­ have a final report, but we ria. know that the Bah was suc­ The Kosciuszko Founda­ cessful as usual. Two years tion Ball, held with few ex­ ago the Foundation received ceptions annually since ($2,750.00 from their Ele­ 1933, is one of the high­ venth (1965) Ball and the lights of the New York soc­ accumulated donations from ial season. This year’s Din­ these “Boston Balls” now ner-Ball, the Thirty-Third, amount to considerably over \was no exception to the SlQ^lflLO.OO. rule. 2. The Western Massa­ Some six hundred per­ chusetts Chapter of the Ko­ sons from the New England sciuszko Foundation (Lud­ and Middle Atlantic States, low, Indian Orchard, Hat­ and from as far west as De­ field, Springfield, Holyoke troit, crowded the Grand and vicinity) had ^wo beneBallroom of the Waldorffits, “Dinner-Dances,” that Astoria, on February 9th, to netted jointly $2,000.00. partake of an excellent din­ On May 25th The West­ ner, such as only the Wal­ ern xvlassachusetts uaapter dorf can prepare, and to will hold another “Buffetdance into the wee hours Dance Party” at Polish Am­ of the morning to the con­ erican Citizens Club in Lud­ tinuous music of Frank low under the Chairmanship Gregory’s and Ted Maksyof Mr. Walter Czerwonka. mowicz’s orchestras. Details of the Dinner, in3. The Kosciuszko Foun­ dation Seventeenth Annual The Presentees of 1968 — 1. to r.: The Misses Lorraine eluding the announcement Ball was held on December Irene Dobrzelecki, Anna Zofia Sierpinski, Diana J. Bie­ of Dr. Tadeusz Sendzimir’s $133,333.33 gift have already 26th at Hotel Sterling, Wil­ lecki,. Victoria Slomkowski been given in last month’s kes-Barre, Pa., under the NEWS LETTER. Here, we will confine ourselves to the auspices of the Polish—Room Committee of Wilkes Col­ social aspects of the evening. lege, under the chairmanship of Mrs. James J. Feddock. At the stroke of midnight, the houselights dimmed The Wilkes-Barre Annual Ball usually netted around as the hejnal announced the beginning of the presenta­ $300.00. This year—with an extra effort on the part of tion of the Foundation’s debutantes for 1968: Miss Dia­ the Committee composed of many younger people, with na J. Bielecki, of Jersey City, New Jersey; Miss Lorraine the generous support of Patrons and Patronesses, and Irene Dobrzelecki, of Newark, New Jersey; Miss Anna the driving force of the Ball Committee Chairman, Mrs. Zofia Sierpinski, of Jamaica, New York; and Miss Vic­ James J. Feddock—this Ball broke all previous records: toria Slomkowski, of Quincey, Massachusetts. Following Net income for the Foundation $1,000.00. We are very �their presentation, and a waltz during which the pre­ sentees danced with their fathers and their escorts, the Matusz Polish Dance Circle of New York present­ ed a program of dances es­ pecially choreographed to music of Chopin by Henry and Wladzia Jaworowski. At the conclusion of their Mr. and Mrs. Janies program, they led the au­ J. Feddock dience in a Polonaise that proved one of the highlights of the evening. Though the Foundation realized only about $2.00 on every $25.00 general admission ticket, the profits for the evening amounted to somewhat more than $10,000.00, thanks to a number of Foundation friends who purch­ ased loge tickets at $100.00 and $50.00 each and to a modest profit made on the Souvenir Journal. Mrs. Wanda Roehr, the Honorary Chairman of the Dinner-Ball, and Mrs. Alexander Szot, the Chairman, deserve particular thanks for the success the event prov­ ed to be. Among the other members of the Executive Committee deserving our thanks are Mrs. Kazimiera Adrian-Adrianowska, Mr. Raymond S. Babiarz, Miss Ja­ nina Kremen, Mrs. Matthew Widlicki and Mr. Ernest Zima, all vice Chairmen of the affair; Mr. Charles Nosal, Treasurer; and Miss Irene Wrubleski, Recording Secretary. Credit must also be given to the members of the Presentee Committee: Mrs. Joseph Kostecki, Chair­ man; Mrs. Kaye Kafka-Kowal and Mrs. Joseph W. Wieczerzak. Henceforth the Foundation Dinner-Balls will be held Among the distinguished guests at the K. F. DinnerBall — 1. to r.: Brig. Gen. Leo Dulacki, CSMC, Dr. anti Mrs. Arthur T. Roth (Dr. Roth is Chairman, of the Board of Trustees), Mr. Edward C. Smith, K. F. Treas­ urer. on the Saturday after Easter. In 1969 this will take place on April 12th. We look forward to seeing you then. P.S. For those already looking around for unusual Christmas gifts to give their friends, why not tickets to The Kosciuszko Foundation Dinner-Ball?—E.K. L. to r.: Edward Szczebak, Dr. Stefan’S. Ziemian, Walter Czerwonka, Frank Karwoski 1968 tyvunal <2(Mic&d Among the hardest workers for the Foundation DinnerBall are left to right: Atty, and Mrs. John Lacz; Mr. Ernest Zima, Vice Chairman of the Dinner-Ball; Mrs. Alexander Szot, Dinner-Ball Chairman; Mrs. Wanda Roehr, Honorary Chairman; Dr. Alexander Szot; and Mrs. Joseph Wieczerzak, Secretary of the Presentee Council. Page Two In the late 1950’s and early 1960’s, the Younger Members of the K.F. decided to hold one annual gala event to raise money for the scholarship fund. The first few events were semi-formal fall dances held in New York hotels. The Younger Members worked hard, had a wonderful time and netted a profit. However, despite this, they felt that something was lacking. The dances were not promoting Polish culture. To remedy the situation, and to have cultural en- �V/ifkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball n the nearly 65 year illustrious life span of The Kosciuszko Founda­ tion, there are certain discernible constants. After the initial financial launch supported by the American business community, Polonia rallied to the cause and began its support by various means One way which has proven successful through the years is to have an annual ball I Seated Left to Right: Mrs. Stasia Feddock, Reservations; Mrs. Jule Znaniecki, Honorary Chairperson; Mrs. John Chwalek; Mrs. Stephanie Zimolzak, Ball Chairperson; Dr. Czeslawa Zimolzak; Mrs. Paul Kanjorski; Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski, Arrangements. Standing Left to Right: Mrs. Joseph Mros; Dr. John Chwalek, Ball Co-Chairman; Prof. Chester Zimolzak, Jr., Ball Co-Chairman; Congressman Paul Kanjorski; Mr. Joseph Wnorowski. Left to Right: Dr. Bernard Vinoverski, Dean of Admissions, Wilkes College; Mrs. Jule Znaniecki, Mr. Joseph Gore; Mrs. Eugenia Gore; Dr. Robert Heaman, Executive Assistant to President of Wilkes College. Left to Right: Mr. John Bunsick; Mrs. MaryBunsick, Decorations; Mrs. Olivia Skuzinski, Reception; Mrs. Janet Kon, outgoing President of Wilkes College Polish Room Committee; and Mrs. Raphael Kon. with a commemorative journal. Besides serving as a fund-raiser, it has been a means of spreading knowledge of Poland’s great history among Americans. The Annual Ball began as early as 1933 in New York City and it was soon taken up by various cities throughout the Uni­ ted States. One of the cities which can nearly match the continuity in New York’s record is Wilkes-Barre. Their An­ nual Ball began in 1937 and has been going strong since then. Following longstanding tradition, the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee, in conjunction with The Kosciuszko Foun­ dation, held their festive Annual Kos­ ciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball in the Grand Ballroom at Genetti’s, Wilkes- Barre, Pennsylvania, December 29, 1989. Co-chairing the ball were Mrs. Stephanie Zimolzak, Vice-President of the Polish Room; Dr. John Chwalek, Dean of Admis­ sions, Wilkes College; and Prof. Chester Zimolzak, Jr.. The Honorary' Chairper­ son was Mrs. Jule Znaniecki. Attending the event were Dr. Christopher Breiseth, President of Wilkes College, and Mrs. Breiseth; honored guest, Congressman Paul Kanjorski and Mrs. Kanjorski, Presi­ dent and Mrs. Joseph Gore. Proceeds from the Ball were forwarded to The Kosci­ uszko Foundation for scholarship assis­ tance. • ij Wyoming Valley, Pennsylvania, includ­ ing Wilkes-Barre, Nanticoke, Plymouth, Niners Mills and Edwardsville, is the home of many generous supporters. Names such as Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, who was Chair­ man of the Board of Trustees from 1955 to 1963, succeeding the first Chairman, Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken; Joseph F. Les­ ter of Kingston, an early financial and moral supporter; Emil Malinowski, whose $5,000 was the largest sum after that of �The Chairman’s Column Samuel M. Vauclain in those early days, were all from that area. Within their own community, a link was established with Polish culture by the creation of a Polish room in 1950 in Wilkes College (now University). The Polish Room was inspired through the initial efforts of Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Kocyan and is maintained by a loyal committee of volunteers. Located on the second floor of the large modern library, it is a genuine replica of the interior of a Zakopane mountaineer's cottage, with hand-hewn furniture, artifacts from Poland, and var­ ious books on Polish themes. The impressive campus, President Breiseth’s interest in ronsn History anti cul­ ture, along with the warmth and enthusi­ asm of the Wilkes-Barre Polish comfl munity in their widespread support for 9 The Kosciuszko Foundation have led the Board of Trustees of the Foundation to I plan for their September, 1990 Trustees’ I Meeting to be at Wilkes University. To enhance further cultural participation, a I concert will also be presented in the Cam­ pus Theatre by the 1990 Kosciuszko Founda­ tion Chopin Piano Competition winner. -MB&EG ■ j I ^donated by Bakwh Jewelers of N^fw York, > \798 Madison /(venue, New York City. A^Sccond'Wizy is a lynx-dyedXox jacket, retail valuJs/r $6,000, donau/Hw S. Schiffman Furs, ni\. 538 Madiyni Avchue, New j York Cit/. 'K / \ Raffle/tickets \e $100 each Jnd one ticket will provide a chance lor each prize. There will be a limited number of tickets available at The Kosciuszko Foundation, thus ensuring attractive odds. Only 400 I will be sold on a first come, first served basis. 7 of the Board of Trustees of The Kosciuszko Foundation, Mr. Leslie M. Burgess and Dr. irgess greeting Lech Walesa. ThezDevelopmentJFunction / in The Kosciuszko Foundation Kosciu^zlyo Foundation Board of es has recently added a major staff calle^i Drxector of DevelopWe conductecNa broad and intenirch/and interviewed four finalists. loice was Mary C.sFranco, whose ations were judged n\st fitting for mdation’s needs. MaryFranco serDirector of Development of the al Spinal Cord Injury Association ».IU <ji the Vermont Law School before joining the Foundation. Let’s talk about the meaning of devel­ opment as it applies to The Kosciuszko Foundation. Webster’s Dictionary' tells us that development is to “promote the growth of”; “expand by a process of growth”; "evolve the possibilities of”; or “cause to unfold gradually.” In short, without subtleties, to raise money needed for fulfilling our purposes. It has long been recognized that our development efforts were not systemati­ cally carried out, and now we expect to involve more directly our trustees, chap­ ters and members in this effort. We have made progress over the past five years, as the following facts show: Membership Dues have increased from $54,000 to $92,000 Unrestricted Contributions increased from $78,000 to $342,000 This progress is encouraging. But the need for legacies, charitable remainder trusts, majbr restricted and unrestricted gifts, corporate contributions and mem­ berships, and support from other founda­ tion/ is urgently needed to sustain and ext/and our scholarship programs. These ave the heart of the Foundation. Please understand that private giving in the United States comprises 83% of total philanthropic giving - so this means that each of you reading this column is very ■yy;-to The Kosciuszko Founuation. Now, with our Director of Develop­ ment on board, you have a direct channel. When you are considering a bequest, gift or charitable remainder trust to the Foun­ dation, please call Mary C. Franco at the Foundation: (212) 734-2130, FAX (212) 628-4552. We are always grateful for your support. LESLIE M. BURGESS �THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION Mr. and Mrs. John Schuler, Jr. Mrs. Clement Schwartz Mrs. Paul Selecky Mr. and Mrs. Alex Seleski Mr. and Mrs. John Serafin Representative and Mrs. Fred Shupnick Mr. and Mrs. John Stasik, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John Stasik, Sr, John B. Stetz, Clothier Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Straub Mr. and Mrs. Emil Suda Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Szatkowski Miss Casimer Tyburski Dr. and Mrs. Carl Urbanas Dr. and Mrs. Carl R. Urbanski Mr. and Mrs. Chester Urbanski Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Urbanski Mr. and Mrs. John Urbanski Mrs. John Urbanski, Sr. Mrs. Emilia Varhely Al Wallace, Jeweler Mr. and Mrs. Paul Warnagiris Mr. and Mrs. Michael Weiss Miss Sophie Wnukowski Mr. and Mrs. John Wojcik Miss Nell Wojnarski Atty, and Mrs. Ronald J. Wydo Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Zaley Mr. and Mrs. David Zapotowski Mrs. Louis Zapatowski Mr. and Mrs. Chester Zawatski Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki Our sincerest "thank you" to those contributors who preferred to remain anonymous, and to the patrons whose names were not included in this program because of the printer's deadline. Saturday Evening December 26, 1970 Crystal Ballroom — Hotel Sterling Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Music by Joe Bednarek Orchestra iu*Ji .SJMVIS 1 �2^3 W Twei Rooj ber_L ' .___________ BOARD OF WOMEN’S COMMITTEE FOR THE POLISH ROOM AT WILKES COLLEGE DANCE COMMITTEES HONORARY CHAIRMAN Mrs. Joseph Kocyan Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, President Mrs. J oseph Drapiewski Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz Miss Mary Koons Mrs. Edward Kopicki Mrs. Alex Kresge Mrs. Clement V. Maslow Mrs. Edward Nork Mrs. Joseph Piszczek Mrs. Viola Schwartz Mrs. Richard Stefanski Mrs. Michael Weiss Miss Nell Wojnarski Mrs. John Wojcik Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki CHAIRMAN Mrs. Stanley A. Urbanski Miss Mary Novitsky,Co-Chairman INVITATIONS Mrs. James Feddock Mrs. Edmund Dreier RESERVATIONS Miss Mary Novitsky Mrs. Stanley Novitsky PUBLICITY Miss Felicia Perlik Mrs. James Kozemchak SPONSORS First National Bank of Wilkes-Barre United Penn Bank Mr. and Mrs. Stanley A. Urbanski DECORATIONS Mrs. John Cresko Miss Doris Cresko Addy Asphalt Company The Hon. and Mrs. John A. Bednarz Mira Borich, Formals Mrs. William Conyngham Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Drier Mrs. James Feddock First Federal Savings and Loan Association Franklin Federal Savings and Loan Association A Friend - F.P. A Friend - J.S. Hanover National Bank Miss Mary Koons Luzerne National Bank Mack Supply Company Mack and Meyers, Attorneys-at-Law Mr. William Matikiewicz Mr. Joseph Mros Atty, and Mrs. Chester B. Muroski Northeastern Pennsylvania National Bank & Trust Company Old River Road Bakery Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph W. Padden TABLE ARRANGEMENTS Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Thaddeus Salaczynski RECEPTION Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz Miss Mary Koons PROGRAM Mrs. Vincent Metzo TICKETS Mrs. Clement Schwartz Mrs. John Pocreva PATRONS Mrs. Edward Mashinski, Chairman Mrs. Chester Urbanski, Co-Chairman Mrs. Alex Kresge Mrs. John Stashik, Sr. Mrs. John Stashik, Jr. Mrs. John Urbanski Mrs. John Pogoda go • : S5 5$ eq ss o - Paramount Studios Peoples Bank of Nanticoke Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph B. Pilny Atty, and Mrs. Louis Shaffer Stegmaier Brewing Company Wyoming National Bank DONORS Ace Hoffman The Honorable and Mrs. Bernard C. Brominski Brookside American Legion Unit 837 Mr. and Mrs. Emil Chwal Mr. and Mrs. William B. Curwood Compliments of a Friend - U. Dr. and Mrs. Frank J. Dombroski A Friend - B.M. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Gilbert Mrs. C. C. Groblewski Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Grzymski Mr. and Mrs. John Hakim Harrold’s Pharmacy Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Kane Dr. and Mrs. N.A. Karmilowicz Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Kocian Lion, Inc. Luzerne National Bank Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. MacVeigh Mr. E.C. Mazanowski Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McAndrew Mr. John McCole Mr. and Mrs. Robert McNamara Mixed Bowling League Senator and Mrs. Martin L. Murray Polish Women’s Alliance, Council 4-A Mr. and Mrs. John L. Pagoda Pittston Lumber Company Mr. and Mrs. George L. Ruckno Mr. and Mrs. Con Salwoski Mr. and Mrs. Carlo Santarelli Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Shea Dr. and Mrs. J. D. Siberski John L. Sipko Electrical Contractor Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stefanski Susquehanna Savings and Loan Association Voyton Brothers Dr. and Mrs. William Wasnick Rev. Francis J. Zolcinski Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kopicki Mr. and Mrs. John Kopicki Mr. and Mrs. Raphael Kon Rev. Henry Korpusik PATRONS Dr. and Mrs. Walter F. Kozik Mr. and Mrs. Alex M. Kresge Dr. and Mrs. Donald Ayres Dr. and Mrs. Alex J. Kresge Mr. and Mrs. Al Bednarski Mrs. Genevieve Kruello Miss Hedwig J. Bednarz Mr. and Mrs. Edward Krynick Pani Wojciech Bednarz Dr. and Mrs. Walter J. Kuc Misses Irene and Atty, and Mrs. Alex J. Laffey Katherine Biczysko Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lavelle Dr. and Mrs. W.R.A. Boben Mrs. Mary Leonard T.D. Brislin, Chrysler-Plymouth Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. Lipiec Mrs. Natalie Brookus Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Loeflad Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Brozowski Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lutinski Mr. and Mrs. Adam Coffee Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Margavitch Mr. and Mrs. John Cresko Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mashinski Mr. Art Dando Mr. and Mrs. Clement Maslow Mr. Edmund Drapiewski Mrs. Vincent Metzo Dr. and Mrs. John Drapiewski Atty, and Mrs. Joseph Mieszkowski Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski Mrs. Frances Mikrut Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Durand Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dyslewski Mrs. Joseph Mosier Mr. and Mrs. Robert Eike Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Muto A Friend — S.H.C. Dr. and Mrs. Edward P. Nork Max L. Fainberg’s Son Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Nork Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Filipczyk North Branch Lumber Company The Honorable and Miss Mary Novitsky Mrs. Daniel J. Flood Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Novitsky Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Gabler Rep. and Mrs. Frank O’Connell Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Galazka Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O’Karma Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gawat Atty, and Mrs. Daniel Ormanowski Mr. and Mrs. John J. Garazzi The Honorable and Mr. and Mrs. Louis Glowacki Mrs. Peter Paul Olszewski The Honorable and Mr. and Mrs. Chester Ozech Mrs. Edward Gorka Paddock Glass Company Mr. and Mrs. Frank Groblewski Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Panetti Mrs. Anthony Grosek Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Peleak John Handly, D.D.S. Mr. and Mrs. Stefan H. Hellersperk Miss Felicia Perlick Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Perlick Mrs. Julia Hermann Dr. and Mrs. Frank Peters Hollywood Apparel Shop Mr. and Mrs. Henry Horbaczewski Mr. Chester J. Petroski Mr. and Mrs. Carmen Pisano Dr. and Mrs. Stanley T. Hozempa Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Piszczek Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Hudak Mr. and Mrs. John Pocreva Mrs. Jackie Humphrey Prothonotary and Mrs. Anita Janerich Mrs. Bernard J. Podcasy Mr. and Mrs. Ernest S. Jendrzejewskii Dr. and Mrs. Theodore B. Podkul Rev. Albert M. Kaczmarek Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Poleskie Dr. and Mrs. N.P. Karmilowicz Mrs. Marya A. Porwit Mr. and Mrs. John Karmilowicz Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Puhi Dr. and Mrs. Edward Kielar Mr. and Mrs. Alex Rex Mr. and Mrs. Frank Klimek Ridgley Vibrated Blocks, Inc. Klocko Monument Co. Drs. Joseph and Halina Rushin Mr. and Mrs. Frank Knorek Mrs. Thaddeus A. Salaczynski Mrs. George Kocyan Mr. and Mrs. Clement Sawicki Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Kocyan . ------------J romises to be one of ars. Persons wishing aid write to Mrs. Ro­ le, McLean, Virginia, | .C.P.C.C. publishes The les yearly, with articles Council and articles on * anuai’y-March 1972 is4-ansplanted Family” by , Mostwin; “Not Easy... inces of Mrs. Artur Rog .• interesting items. Sub'ailable from The Editor, eview Drive, Falls Church, �K Jer- id by ation, it any in his assist Polish > that him, hanks ble to -e de•f his 2d on ,o the Approximately 200 attended the 20th annual Kosciuszko Ball Saturday night in the Crystal Ball­ room of Hotel Sterling. A highlight of the affair was the presentation of 20 red roses to Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan, president and founder of the Wilkes College Polish Room Commit­ tee which sponsors this annual event. Left photograph sho^sa_group of the younger set at the ball which is always highlighted by the traditional polonaise. Seated, from left, are Mrs. Frank Bielinda, Mrs. Norman James, Mrs. James Kozemchak and Miss Lorraine Zurinski. Standing: Frank Bielinda, John Pavlick, Charlotte Partington, Norman James, James Kelly, Jacquie Feddock, Susan Urbanski, Al Roth, Mrs. John Zawadzki, John Zawadzki, Mrs. n conwhose reciaold its mpus, 2. The 1 Arts i>ne of ishiirt •ginia, >s The rticles ;les on ■ T2 is- SubCditor, lurch, �STAPLES® The KosciuszLo Ball Committee cordiallg invites gou to the Twentieth Annua Crystal Ballroom Hofei Sterling V(^i Ikes-Barre, Pennsylvania Saturday evening, December twenty-sixth Nineteen hundred and seventy Music Luj Joe BectnareL Orchestra Formal Dancinq 10-2 �“A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, 'Woman of the Year.” ‘vtend in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had ■ onvf.hing detri- | for Dec. 26 iWW" •• > r- „ ...... Im Rykowski of the Foundation, 1970, without any n $11,156.21 in his ach of us to assist Proud of his Polish hing to make that id those like him, t, for it is thanks jundation is able to i Pawelec, Mr. Rywith the above de­ recognition of his yill be inscribed on the entrance to the ican Who’s Who. Saturday eJening, Dec 26th at th? Bal1 t0 be held formulated by Mrs. Stanley Urblnski’ hS-erJing are being Mary Novitsky, cochairfean/ rbansk1’ chairman, and Mis! Urbanski, and Mrs. John Urbanski assistants. Seated from ccohiiKiciiy c°-ch^ A po-Uik Am&ucxwi Few persons knew John Rykowski. Indeed few are de­ tails of his life that are known. Yet by his acts, this humble person belongs in the ranks of the greatest whose names one might find in Who’s Who. John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Germany. He came to the United States before the first World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Philadelphia, on March 3, 1930. Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four Cultural Clubs, a coni twenty cities, whose wledge and appreciaof Poland, will hold its :an University Campus, in wh-shiii^hhi, u.h, l ... ... 16, and 17th, 1972. The Convention, being hosted by the Polish American Arts Association of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of the most rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing to receive further information should write to Mrs. Ro­ bert Flannagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, 22101, Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. Foundation Scholarship program Tn the Kosciuszko exchange scholarships, there arT’sJhn^'^011 to music and ified students in the fields nf ^.scholarships given to qualarts geology and au“ardrastic graduate levels.—(Paramount) undergraduate and $1,330.15 in profit, which was added to the Foundation s Scholarship Fund. 1 y made th< >ki, BaH C es Feddoc i, Sawicki, MrS‘ tester KreSge’ Mrs- John Pagoda �/77/L I i he Twenty iish Room < ''ember 29t 'el in Wilke he theme s. Joseph “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. /z/zr/ /Ind *7ken 7/UgA *7ke '/1&all WilkeA-liaJite.r in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her death on December 3, Kosciuszko Ball Opened With Traditional Polonaise OK The traditional Kosciuszko Ball took place last night at Hotel Sterling with the colorful Polonaise starting the beginning of festivities. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Urbanski entertained at a small party for the committee before the dance. Shown are: seated, Miss Felicia Perlick and Mrs. John Bednarz. Standing, Mrs. Joseph S. Cresko, Mr. Cresko, Mrs. Walter Mach, Mr. Mach, Joseph Mros, Mrs. James Feddock and John Bednarz. rji -na,-Bairc“'----------- “TOtHOUgfi ’ ITe' es Feddoc i Sawicki, ■I self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Honored guests at the dance were Dr. and Mrs. Eu- \ ?j gene Kusielewicz. Left to right are'. Dr. Kusielewicz, \! Mrs. Stanley Drbanski, Mrs. Kusielewicz and Mr. y Drbanski. (Ace Hoffman) ----------- 1 The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. Page Four ______ Sold �STAPLES / ?//i he Twenty ush Room ( •ember 29t ^el in Wilk( 'he theme ;. Joseph ed Polish rs ago is blighted □ting of i cover of nt. he eye-c< Iroom fea nsettas sv cred in ie candle 'he Polo) •zko Bal ski, foil .ng othe “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulatic’ -g in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors -/ /K"*\ S Kosciuszko Ball Opened nluah...Hotel.Sterlincr w«.<s tho c^ar^g f01- 1969. He was an avid reader of the Polish press iation, It any in his / i assist /I Polish :e that e him, M thanks :1 able to Mi Mr. Ryiove dei of his ibed on ; to the Who. hv fSaSni f?rDthe 22th Annual Kosciuszko Ball, sponsored JV,th,e Pollsh,Room Committee of Wilkes College, were com pieted recently at a meeting at the home of the chairman Mrs Stanley Urbanski, Wilkes-Barre. The ball will be 3 on Saturday evening, Dec. 26 from 10 p.m. to 2 a m in tl e Crystal Ballroom, Hotel Sterling. lie - uC»?m*Tet members at the meeting were, seated left to Nnvkc:klrS,hJnhn Sk C.resko- decorations chairman; Miss Mary ranoSAfe JI cochairman; Mrs Clement Sawicki, table arMrl Tha^oC,ha,T?n; Mrs/.Stanley Urbanski, ball chairman; mm.]?? “• Salaczynski, table arrangements; Mrs. EdSdm?n er’ invitatlonsJ and Mrs. James Fedock, invitations v made the >ki, Ball Cl es Feddoc < Sawicki, : s, a cons, whose ipprecia1 hold its Campus, .972. The lean Arts )e one of > wishing Mrs. RoVirginia, Vincent m !8’ Mrs- Clement Schwartz tickets chairman; Mrs. Mrs Jo}jet|0> Program chairman; Mrs. Alex Kresge, patrons; licitv- Mr? Pocreva, tickets; Mrs. James Kozemchak, puband M « p£h?ster Urbanski, patron committee cochairman; Mr T 1Cia Perl,ck« publicity chairman. Other rnJOs-epl1 k Kocyan is honorary chairman of the affair. Mashinci/ ttee members, .not pictured, are: Mrs. Edward ", K1» patron5 chairman; Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz, Stas>10n Chairnian: Miss Mary Koons’ recePtion; Mrs. John Cresko ^atr°ns; ’Mrs. John Pagoda, patrons; Miss Doris nShes The Tnhn tt 5eC0rati°ns; Mrs. John Stasik Jr., partons; and Mrs. th articles Urbanskii patrons?. _____________ articles on John Rykowski was born in Poland in ia9b. xie was Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Ger­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the United States before the first former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 1930. dzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four �§ he Twenty »sh Room ( •ember 29t 'el in Wilke 'he theme >. Joseph ed Polish rs ago is blighted . .-.ting of < cover of nt. 'he eye-cj '.room fea .-.settas su cred in •e candle he Polo) •zko Bal’ ski, foil mg othe “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were snmparticles rc history < Wanda 1 To M: our cong Tinsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jeritil his retirement. did not smoke or drink. He was described by ; and neighbors person who had anything detrito say about . He and his d a quiet existgether until her on December 3, Aides for Kosciuszko Ball is an avid reader Polish press which he becquainted with ivities of The Mr. John Rykowski ko Foundation. erous occasions ssed admiration for the work of the Foundation, n he died, on January 12, 1970, without any heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his md testament. rkowski knew the need for each of us to assist > fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish he determined to do something to make that better known. To him and those like him, dation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks rt of generosity that the Foundation is able to g ts work. indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Ryfl.ttomey, for supplying us with the above de] Mr. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on • Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the i House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. Wilkes-; the Twen 1971. A ca all parts i The Bal. The Polis! Mj.ss Mary Chairman. were Mrs. S. Cresko Committee; mittee; Mr. Be cMeU On flus/ie Miss Mai Wilkes-Barn man, and I (Photo by paramount $1,330.15 in p| Scholarship I PalM v made the >ki, Ball C. es Feddoc < Sawicki, Mrs. Alex •committee, has announced that Mrs v serve as cochairman, assisted . y “Sa and Mrs^John ^ansta ™ with pa tons on tho Bast S® Few person; tails of his lj humble perso whose names UrXW XS John Rykov orphaned at a Koseiuszko ____ ________ ________ Foundation. many. He came iu uie unnea estates before the first World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ delphia, on March 3, 1930. Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four >. 20th Amial Sc^szko Mrg_ j hn t side_ Assisting Md _____ riean Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a conof twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose propagating the knowledge and appreciaculture and civilization of Poland, will hold its vention on the American University Campus, ton, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The being hosted by the Polish American Arts of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of awarding in recent years. Persons wishing irther information should write to Mrs. Ro­ gan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The view, printed four times yearly, with articles le activities of the Council and articles on - vx.ou coiture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. » the �STAPLES he Twenty ish Room ( ■ember 29t’ ‘el in Wilkf he theme .. Joseph ed Polish rs ago is hlighted r.ting of < cover of nt. he eye-c«' ’’-oom fea .settas su cred in ■.e candle he Polo] 'zko Bal.’ ski, foil mg othe “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. And' Wai *1lie \ Aides fi in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors j------------ - -------------------as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet existI1 ence together until her A death on December 3, 1969. He was an avid reader of the Polish press || through which he beS came acquainted with n lhe activities of The Mr. John Rykowski « kosciuszko Foundation. gl bn numerous occasions ------|M e expressed admiration for the work of the Foundation, nd when he died, on January 12, 1970, without any MH irviving heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his raM st will and testament. KM Mr. Rykowski knew the need for each of us to assist ^'3$ 9se less fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish g||M '--Rage, he determined to do something to make that IsJH 'itage better known. To him and those like him, HH Foundation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks HgM his sort of generosity that the Foundation is able to on its work. I indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Ry■MM I attorney, for supplying us with the above de|^KM l Mr. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his h I Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on W I - Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the I n House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. 8 The Cht wer Corr mitt HB H poluli (didiu^ial GatwentuMi ..left >ki, Ball C es Feddoc Sawicki, He Jleld fluMe I American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a con- and forthcoming 20tn Mrs. ,or ■W lkes on of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose Miss committee of wr ig propagating the knowledge and appreciaWilkes-^ been appointed ticK “T?; S. taM ^eC€honorary -he culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its man, ai Spons.?.rpe £ormal yuletide at1 . j Koycan is convention on the American University Campus, Kosciuszko ington, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The $1,330.15 ! College. 01 Sterling. Mts* J at Hotel ball. revert to u*” Wyoming Ion, • ■being • - - -hosted ■ ’ by the ................... Polish American Arts Scholarsh: on of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of Foundations , the centers thi beginning. . St . in c rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing i further information should write to Mrs. Roinagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, Few pers tails of hid ^rits other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The nting several humble pel over-increasing Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles “ whose naml tion Sas .J^wyomin^^----- -—— 1895 He was devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on John RyII studentsji^^^ Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ orphaned al a very early age and immigrated to Gersue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the United States before the first former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 1930. dzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner I v made th< I Page Four 5SJS’.” �STAPLES /?//he Twenty ish Room ( ■embei’ 29t el in Wilke he theme .. Joseph ed Polish rs ago is blighted ..ting of < cover of nt. he eye-c; 'room fea \settas su cred in :e candle he Poloi •zko Bal.' ski, foil mg othe “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. '1/UaA Pad Wdk&L- And' ' / Wilkes-Barre’s plush Hotel Sterling was the scene for the Twenty-First Kosciuszko Ball, on December 27th, 1971. A capacity crowd filled the Crystal Ballroom from all parts of the Wilkes-Barre, Scranton area. The Ball, organized by the Women’s Committee For The Polish Room at Wilkes College, was chaired by Miss-MaryNovitsky. Mrs. Josenh Vr'Chairman. mmittee were Mrs. Clemt John S. Cresko and 1 tations Committee; Mrs. Committee; Mrs. Edn ; Mrs. Mrs. Sz^Ban, sSSd»J. Kosciuszko Ball Aides Are Named Clem Schwartz kJohn PocIS5®teUde aHair, leva. The forma y Room sponsored College, Committee bjof Wilkes^co Mrs. Mrs. wil be held o sterling.| cembm 26, av tnJ? is honorMrs. Joseph J. ^ocyo arv chairman of the a^ K Proceeds rever o extensive| c’uszko ,F0U"?Lrain. Wyoming | scholarship Pr®gt?pm‘enters that11 Valley is one of he baS?e7f/r?sPPfron Hs early be­ tion’s efforts. from ag0) ginning. event has been this anl}ual.s°c iarity and has | increasing in popu^ c'ommunity Miss Mary Novits an? ever-increasing^net Wilkes-Barre Ball come >'eai’ man, and Dr. T.P.; foundation ha been granting h year ::1fuaUnom.Wyom.nSVal-, $1,330.15 in profit, wl Scholarship Fund. A Po-Uilt Amediicati -i v made the -ki, Ball C es Feddoc Sawicki, r Q/Ulta" Few persons knew John Rykowski. Indeed few are de­ tails of his life that are known. Yet by his acts, this humble person belongs in the ranks of the greatest whose names one might find in Who’s Who. John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Ger­ many. He came to the United States before the first World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ delphia, on March 3, 1930. Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her death on December 3, 1969. He was an avid reader of the Polish press through which he be­ came acquainted with the activities of The Kosciuszko Foundation. On numerous occasions he expressed admiration for the work of the Foundation, and when he died, on January 12, 1970, without any surviving heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his last will and testament. Mr. Rykowski knew the need for each of us to assist those less fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish heritage, he determined to do something to make that heritage better known. To him and those like him, the Foundation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks to this sort of generosity that the Foundation is able to caron its work. ’indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Ry| attorney, for supplying us with the above deMr. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his .‘'m. Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on ■ ■■ ,-.e Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the • -/:u’On House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. — Qs-Mu/ud. CaMueniiOH. ke American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a con­ federation of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose purpose is propagating the knowledge and apprecia­ tion of the culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its annual convention on the American University Campus, in Washington, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The Convention, being hosted by the Polish American Arts Association of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of the most rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing to receive further information should write to Mrs. Ro­ bert Flannagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, 22101, Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. �.’he Twenty ish Room ( ■ember 29t 'el in Wilkf 'he theme .. Joseph ed Polish rs ago is hlighted .-iting of < cover of nt. 'he eye-c; 'room fea asettas su cred in ?e candle ’he Poloi szko Bal' ski, foil mg othe “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. And ^Iten ^Jke^e Vt/aA ^Jhe J Ball Invitations in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors t---------------------------------------------as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about •“-vone. He and his J“ ute led a quiet qi existr together’ until her lh on December rj& Ih on 3, IqSVCCI was an avid reader .he Polish press gh which he beI acquainted with Activities of The Mr. John Rykowski iszko Foundation. Imerous occasions ressed admiration for the work of the Foundation, ; ken he died, on January 12, 1970, without any I Ig heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his | I and testament. | lykowski knew the need for each of us to assist < Is fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish ■1 I he determined to do something to make that S (better known. To him and those like him, n Idation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks S k’t of generosity that the Foundation is able to work. •.W I indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Ry'El .ktorney, for supplying us with the above de1 r!‘ Ryk°wski’s life. In recognition of his ■| iMr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on I Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the I House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. WilM the T' ST- 1971. all pari to The J The Pol IM Mi^s Ma| Chairmal W were Mrl S. Creskd ■ Committel I mittee; Ml | paramount Studio Miss Mary Wilkes-Barre man, and Dr. Few persons kne tails of his life th humble person be whose names one i vdll be "sedW sc John Rykowski il orphaned at a ven many. He came tol World War. He ml delphia, on March 3,1 and science s * ts of the pi Although he had r » f3asls^______=^TTrCcLr self to read and wi Scholars a nation------— extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four $3 .. '-sasssSsrES' $1,330.15 in profi Scholarship Fund v made the »ki, Ball C es Feddoc Sawicki, I Be Set. Ian Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a conI twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose lopagating the knowledge and apprecialure and civilization of Poland, will hold its lion on the American University Campus, I D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The Ing hosted by the Polish American Arts Washington, D.C., promises to be one of rding in recent years. Persons wishing er information should write to Mrs. Roi I 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, r activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The i printed four times yearly, with articles ttivities of the Council and articles on (general. The January-March 1972 is­ les on “The Transplanted Family” by fee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... (the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Ro—^TaTnumber of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, $3 The Uarteriy R The Q Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. �STAPLES he Twenty sh Room ( ember 29t! el in Wilke ae theme >. Joseph -'d Polish rs ago is .alighted uting of ' cover ol nt. "he eye-c; .room fea asettas si ered in ee candle 'he Polo szko Bal i ski, foil ong othi “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jersey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had U never anything detri­ mental to say about And *lken ^Ike^e 'IdJaA, *Jke anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ' / K&tewA.'ZJzo- Hall WiUzeA,-HaMi^ ence together until her death on December 3, 1969. He was an avid reader Wilkes-Barre’s plush Hotel Sterling was the scene for of the Polish press the Twenty-First Kosciuszko Ball, on December 27th, through which he be­ 1971. A capacity crowd filled the Crystal Ballroom from came acquainted with all parts of the Wilkes-Barre, Scranton area. the activities of The The Ball, organized by the Women . . "■''"'^uszko Foundation. The Polish Room at Wilkes College T .unerous occasions Migs-Mary Novitsky. Mrs. Joseph Koc: I H Vi tO tlo . pressed admiration for the work of the Foundation, Chairman^ AhlCmg other members V 1 LdLlOllS vhen he died, on January 12, 1970, without any were Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Co-Chai-i(ing heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his S. Cresko and Miss Ann Ruth MusICClipH tn-r ill and testament. Committee; Mrs. Clement Sawicki, 1U1 Rykowski knew the need for each of us to assist mittee; Mrs. Edmund Dreier, Publicity za i 11 less fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish John st^Uth Ball ige, he determined to do something to make that James K ige better known. To him and those like him, foundation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks James Tfo^th^wh toyitations have ? been e®n issued issued is sort of generosity that the Foundation is able to Thaddeu Foundation.Ball, uLembe™ si’ on: its work. Arrangertbe Hotel Sterling indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Ry.torney, for supplying us with the above de­ Mr. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his fester Committee of Wilke°‘‘S CoS™ ■. Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on CommitJMrs, Stanley Urbanski. S Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the ment SIman nian ■and ‘"J Miss 1,r!— Mary ■*' Novitskv on House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. John P thei?3^01-3?’ ?ave ann°unced mittee. and -nrnSIStantS for invitations gLya’n. are Mrs- James insky, Feddock, chairman of the invi'fddiXi Convention Mrs. I' and Mrs. Vin­ and Mj cent Metzo, chairman of the proHe 9n ^<me. ed on Src.ominitt.ee- Mrs- Edmund Dreier is serving on the invita ­ tee. he American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a contion committee. Miss Proceeds from the bail will be ration of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose Miss Mary Novitsky, ’’ mH TAn nnlol ___ 1 • _ Wilkes-Barre Ball Chair­ Comm used for scholarships' and"stu-pose is ProPaSatin& the knowledge and appreciaman, and Dr. T. P. Lang gratuk dent aide awarded by the Kos-1 of the culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its ciuszko Foundation in music, iual convention on the American University Campus, job. $1,330.15 in profit, which was addt icine^anTXience^0?^’ med‘ Washington- Dc> on June 15> 16- and 17th> 1972- The such’as the Chopfn Scholanhin nvention- being hosted by the Polish American Arts Scholarship Fund. students of the piano compete’sociation of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of nn 9 ...u• e most rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing receive further information should write to Mrs. Ro­ bert Flannagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, Few persons knew John Rykowski. Indeed few are de­ 22101, tails of his life that are known. Yet by his acts, this Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The humble person belongs in the ranks of the greatest Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles whose names one might find in Who’s Who. devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Gersue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the United States before the first former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 1930. dzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Z7 y made tl ■ ski, Ball i nes Feddo nt Sawicki paluh Page Four i Wic*^** �STAPLES /77A he Twenty :sh Room ( ember 29t' .el in Wilke ne theme < Joseph ed Polish -s ago is .alighted nting ol cover “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. y /nd *7ken Wai *1lie KoAciuly/za Roll WiJJeel-BaMi&r < Dennlnluania in Pennsylvania and as a fanner in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about f anyone. He and his J . wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her k death on December 3, / W .i 'he eye iroom 1 nsettas ered i ?e can 'he Pc szko E i ski, f ong ol mdation, lout any 21 in his to assist is Polish ake that ike him, s thanks s able to iMr. Ryibove de. of his jribed on e to the Who. Plans for the 20th Annual Kosciuszko Ball, sponsored by the Polish Room Committee of Wilkes College, were com­ pleted recently at a meeting at the home of the chairman, on Saturday evening, Dec. 26 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the Crystal Ballroom, Hotel Sterling. Committee members at the meeting, were, seated left to right, Mrs. John S. Cresko, decorations chairman; Miss Mary Novitsky, ball cochairman; Mrs. Clement Sawicki, table ar­ rangements chairman; Mrs. Stanley Urbanski, ball chairman; Mrs. Thaddeus Salaczynski, table arrangements; Mrs. Ed­ mund Dreier, invitations; and Mrs. James Fedock, invitations chairman. (Li -y made tl JJF ’ ski, Ball i nes Feddc nt Sawicki Standing, Mrs. Clement Schwartz tickets chairman; Mrs. Vincent Metzo, program chairman; Mrs. Alex Kresge, patronsMrs. John Pocreva, tickets; Mrs. James Kozemchak, pub­ licity; Mrs. Chester Urbanski, patron committee cochairmanand Miss Felicia Perlick, publicity chairman. Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan is honorary chairman of the affair. Other committee members, not pictured, are: Mrs. Edward Mashinski, patrons chairman; Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz, reception chairman; Miss Mary Koons, reception; Mrs. John Stasik, patrons; Mrs. John Pagoda, patrons; Miss Doris Cresko, decorations; Mrs. John Stasik. Jr., partons; and Mrs. John Urbanski, patrons. whose names one might find in Who’s Who. John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Ger­ many. He came to the United States before the first World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Philadelphia, on March 3, 1930. Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four is, a con;s, whose apprecia11 hold its Campus, 1972. The lean Arts be one of is wishing > Mrs. Ro, Virginia, .blishes The Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. �STAPLES / 77/ he Twenty <sh Room ( ember 29f el in Wilke he theme ». Joseph ed Polish rs ago is flighted ating of ' cover oi nt. 'he eye-c; ’room fea asettas si ered in ?e candh "he Polo: zko Bal i ski, foil ung oth< “A Visit to an Art G articles on the culture history of the Krakow Wanda Walczak, ‘Worn To Mrs. Kazanowsk our congratulations on /z/zy And Ball Planned Saturday £ l t '■ B I » I as a farmer in northern New Jerent. ."/I !e or drink. He was described by tors t 1 '' '•! pufc v< • his '' rst" ' / K&tewtAgJzG. , iOMI her 3, ler ess )eIth he Mr. John Rykowski >n. ms on for the work of the Foundation, in January 12, 1970, without any :t the Foundation $11,156.21 in his t. ■ the need for each of us to assist han ourselves. Proud of his Polish ed to do something to make that n. To him and those like him, ever be in debt, for it is thanks >ity that the Foundation is able to Wilkes-Barre’s plush the Twenty-First Kos< 1971. A capacity crowd all parts of the Wilke The Ball, organized The Polish Room at Mjfs Mary Novitsky. N Chairman’ AHlfing ot] were Mrs. Clement Sa S. Cresko and Miss A Committee; Mrs. Clem mittee; Mrs. Edmund I ') Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Ry! supplying us with the above deki’s life. In recognition of his vski’s name will be inscribed on •’s Plaque at the entrance to the 3 Polish-American Who’s Who. 9a Dw/i# Miss Mary Novitsky, Wilkes-Barre Ball Cha man, and Dr. T. P. Lan $1,330.15 in profit, which Scholarship Fund. (Photo by Paramount Studio) jil of Polish Cultural Clubs, a conaffiliates in twenty cities, whose ig the knowledge and appreciacivilization of Poland, will hold its the American University Campus, in June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The ited by the Polish American Arts gton, D.C., promises to be one of n recent years. Persons wishing nnation should write to Mrs. RoForest Lane, McLean, Virginia, Crystal Ballroom of the Hotel Sterling will be the Holiday setting for the 20th annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Satur­ day. Proceeds from the ball, whch is sponsored by the Polish Po-Ui/i AmeJi* Room Committee of Wilkes College, are used for the Kosci­ Foundation Scholarship Fund. Few persons knew Join uszko Pictured above at the home of Mrs. Stanley Urbanski, tails of his life that arc ball chairman, are three of her assistants. Seated: Mrs. John humble person belongs, Cresko, decorations chairman; Standing, from left: Mrs. Vities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The whose names one might Clement Sawicki, chairman of table arrangements, and Mrs. ted four times yearly, with articles Saiaczynski, cocharman of table arrangements. les of the Council and articles on John Rykowski was b Thaddeus Also assisting with the ball are Mrs. Norman Karmiloorphaned at a very ear wicz and Miss Mary Koons, chairman and cochairman of dec­ ral. The January-March 1972 is•n “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the orations. Traditional Christmas theme will be carried out in red, )r. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... World War. He marrie reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 193( gold and white decor. Reservations may be made with Mary Novitsky, 427 r of other interesting items. SubAlthough he had no fc ■ .,2 _____ ________ Jh are available from The Editor, Rutter Ave. Kingston. self to read and write The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four �Kosciuszko Ball SaturdayNight co LU U) he Twenty xSh Room ( ■ember 29tl el in Wilke 'he theme Joseph ’ ed Polish vs ago is .blighted ; '.ting of < cover of nt. ne eye-Cc '.room fea 'settas su ,red in ,e candle ne Polo) =zko Bal' ski, foil ng othe Arrangements have been com­ pleted for the Kosciuszko Foun­ imer in northern New Jerdation Ball, sponsored ' by the Polish Room Committee of bk. He was described by Wilkes College, on Saturday. The affair will commence , at 10 p. m. at Hotel Sterling. Guests of honor will be Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, honorary chairman, and Dr. Eugene Kusielewicz, . president of the Kosciuszko ' Foundation. Dr. Kusielewicz, a native of Brooklyn, earned a Ph.D. de­ gree at Fordham University after graduating magna cum laude from St. John’s College. While a graduate student at Fordham -University; he joined the teaching staff of St. George’s Academy and was chairman of Mr. John Rykowski the social studies department. In 1955, he joined the faculty of St. John’s University, later to work of the Foundation, become associate professor. In _ 12, 1970, without any 1964, following a leave of ab­ Foundation $11,156.21 in his sence from St. John’s, he be­ came vice president of the eed for each of us to assist Kosciuszko Foundation, and was elected president in 1970. xselves. Proud of his Polish Dr. Kusielewicz is regarded as do something to make that one of America’s leading author­ i him and those like him, ities on Polish history and has ie in debt, for it is thanks published extensively. A founder at the Foundation is able to and an assistant editor of The Polish American World, he is also editor of The Polish Ameri­ Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Rycan Studies? From 1964 to 1966, .ying us with the above dehe was president of the Polish ife. In recognition of his American Historical Association. name will be inscribed on He has visited Poland 13 times ique at the entrance to the since 1957 gathering materials sh-American Who’s Who. on various aspects of Polish his­ tory. He has led the first two Kosciuszko Foundation Tours of Poland and has represented the GcLM/UM'diOH, Experiment of International Liv- i ing in Poland. Proceeds from the ball are | used for the Kosciuszko Founda- ' Polish Cultural Clubs, a contion Scholarships founded in I iates in twenty cities, whose 1925. The foundation in the | ae knowledge and appreciacourse of 45 years has promoted the exchange of over 400 stu­ ization of Poland, will hold its —Paramount Studio dents, both scholars and profes­ Arrangements for the Kosciuszko Ball on American University Campus, sors, both Polish and American, Saturday have been completed by Mrs. Stanley me 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The at a cost of more than several by the Polish American Arts million dollars. These exchange <Urbanski, chairman, seated, and Miss Mary Novitsky, ., D.C., promises to be one of scholars have written 20 books, —co-chairman, standing. ■niu uiuju iunmuu.b xxx-decent years. Persons wishing some in Poland about America, ~WlwTi Tuna to receive further information should write to Mrs. Ro­ others in America on Polish sub­ jects. One of the American ex-iykowski. Indeed few are de­ bert Flannagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, change professors to Poland wasjnown. Yet by his acts, this 22101, the late Eric P. Keily who wrote f the ranks of the greatest Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The seven books on Polish subjects. Id in Who’s Who. Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles Beginning with the 1970-711 devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on academic year, the Kosciuszkol in Poland . . in. 1895. . . He was Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ Foundation inaugurated a newrge and immigrated to Gei" sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by program. In cooperation withpited States before the first the Jagiellonian University of&ose Kaczmarczyk, in Philaformer K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... Krakow, Poland, it has estabBut Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rolished a junior year abroad formal education, he taught himdzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, “d t0 a more ,imitea The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, 40 Americans to Poland each Virginia 22041. year. his entire life, as a coal miner J®/ ;y made th ski, Ball ( .es Feddoi J Sawicki, Page Four �17 7 1 co H U) he Twenty .sh Room ( •ember 29tl el in Wilke ’he theme Joseph ed Polish vs ago is blighted ; ’.ting of < cover of lit. ne eye-c< Lroom fea ’settas su jred in je candle ne Poloi =zko Bal ski, foil ng othe y made th ski, Ball C .es Feddoi J Sawicki, “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the nnnrw; and a tribute tn Mrs, Wanda Wale To Mrs. E our congratu in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jersey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by id neighbors □n who had . thing detri­ say about fe and his quiet existler until her December 3, Saturday’s affair. * Sponsored*!? th? P?r neen comPleted for n avid reader Wilkes-Ba m., in the Crystal polish press the Twenty • ' hich he be1971. A cap Guests of honor will be Mrs.' ’ ~ lainted with all parts of’Joseph Kocyan, honorary chair­ having been graduated from St. The Ball, man, and Dr. Eugene Kusiele- J°hn? College. Previously, he■ ties of The SeSldent of the Kosciuszko attended Sts. Cyril and Methodi­5 Foundation. The Polish Foundation. us Parochial School, Bishop’ ous occasions TVTj^s Mary ] Dr Kusielewicz, a native of Chairman?- Brooklyn, earned his PhD de­ Loughlin Memorial High School[ od admiration for the work of the Foundation, and was graduated magna cumi he died, on January 12, 1970, without any were Mrs. gree at Fordham University after f5°m St- John’s College. S. Cresko and Miss Ann Ruth Mushins While still a graduate student at oeirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his ■ id testament. Committee; Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Rese:Fordham University, he joined mittee; Mrs. Edmund Dreier, Publicity Cc the teaching staff of St. George’s owski knew the need for each of us to assist Academy where he became fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish John Stasik, <chairman of Social Studies De­ le determined to do something to make that James Kozen]partment. In 1955, he joined letter known. To him and those like him, tions Comi the faculty of St. John’s Univer­ lation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks James Feddc sity, later to become associate t of generosity that the Foundation is able to Thaddeus N< professor. In 1964, following a :s work. leave of absence from St. John’s, Arrangements;he became vice president of the indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. RyMrs. Stanley :Kosciuszko __________ a Foundation, and was ttomey, for supplying us with the above de­ ception Conf^ted^ president in 1970. Mr. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his Chester Urbs Dr. Kusielewicz is regarded as . Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on Committee; one of America’s leading author- ? Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the ?n Polish history and has ment Schws published extensively. A founder n House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. John Pocerv; and an assistant editor of The mittee. Mrs. Polish American World, he is insky, Mrs. also editor of The Polish Ameri­ Mrs. Norma can Studies. From 1964 to 1966 he was president of Polish Amer­ and Mrs. Joi ican Historical Association. Re cHeldl Dtt jwie ed on the P: . He has visited Poland 13 times since 1957 gathering materials lerican Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a contee. Miss Nov'on various aspects of Polish his­ i of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose Miss Mary Novitsky, tory. He has led the first two is propagating the knowledge and appreciaWilkes-Barre Ball Chair­ Committee Kosciuszko Foundation Tours of man, and Dr. T. P. Lang gratulated Poland and has represented the e culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its job. The Experiement of International Liv-; invention on the American University Campus, ngton, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The $1,330.15 in profit, which was added to 1 ing in Poland. Proceeds from the ball are on, being hosted by the Polish American Arts Scholarship Fund. used for the Kosciuszko Founda­ on of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of tion Scholarships founded in 1925. The foundation in the course ; rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing /I PaLih of 45 years has promoted the ex­ e further information should write to Mrs. RoFew persons knew John Rykowski. In <change of more than 400 students nnagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, tails of his life that are known. Yet both scholars and professors, humble person belongs in the ranks Polish and American, at a cost its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The of more than several million dol-| whose names one might find in Who’s lars. These exchange scholars Review, printed four times yearly, with articles John Rykowski was born in Poland have written 20 books, someHn some in to the activities of the Council and articles on orphaned at a very early age and imr|r|Poland about American, othersulture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue xearures articles on “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the United States before the first former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 1930. dzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Kosciuszko Foundation Ball ^Planned Saturday at Hotel me.sirw. c— S ™ 01 Page Four HR �STAPLES /7 12 Twenty­ 's h Room C .'mber 29tl el in Wilke de theme Joseph 1 ~d Polish s ago is alighted ; iting of ( cover of nt. he eye-c? ./oom fea nsettas su ered in :e candle "le Poloi zko Bal" ski, foil mg othf “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his And ^Ike^e 'l/UaA *1lie wife led a quiet exist­ ' / KeteiuAgJzo. Ball fk/dke^-Ba^ier ence together until her death on December 3, 1969. He was an avid reader Wilkes-Barre’s plush Hotel Sterling was the scene for of the Polish press the Twenty-First Kosciuszko Ball, on December 27th, through which he be­ 1971. A capacity crowd filled the Crystal Ballroom from came acquainted with all parts of the Wilkes-Barre, Scranton area. the activities of The The Ball, organized by the Women’s Committee For Kosciuszko Foundation. The Polish Room at Wilkes College, was chaired by On numerous occasions Mjps Mary Novitsky. Mrs. Joseph Kocyan was Honorary he expressed admiration for the work of the Foundation, Chairman?'~Am6hg other members of the Committee and when he died, on January 12, 1970, without any were Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Co-Chairman; Mrs. John surviving heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his S. Cresko and Miss Ann Ruth Mushinski, Invitations last will and testament. Committee; Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Reservations Com­ Mr. Rykowski knew the need for each of us to assist mittee; Mrs. Edmund Dreier, Publicity Committee; Mrs. those less fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish John Stasik, Jr. and Mrs. heritage, he determined to do something to make that James Kozemchak, Decora­ heritage better known. To him and those like him, tions Committee; Mrs. the Foundation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks James Feddock and Mrs. to this sort of generosity that the Foundation is able to Thaddeus Nowinski. Table _________'• its work. Arrangem ’in America on Polish subjects. .ndebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. RyMrs. Stan;One of the American exchange t. >rney, for supplying us with the above deception professors to Poland was the •l.v. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his Chester Llate Eric P. Keily who wrote Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on seven books on Polish subjects. Committee! benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the Beginning with the 1970-71 ment Scl academic year, the Kosciuszko . . louse, the Polish-American Who’s Who. John Poce Foundation inaugurated a new mittee. M program. In cooperation with the insky, M: Jagiellonion University of Kra­ Mrs. Nori kow, Poland, it has established a junior year abroad for the and Mrs. < third year college students. In Be tJleld 9n Howie ed on the all it will be responsible for 40 tee. j ; i ■merican Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a conAmericans to Poland each. _year. Miss Novitsky-and her ? ederation of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose Miss Mary Novitsky, purpose is propagating the knowledge and apprecia­ Wilkes-Barre Ball Chair­ Committee are to be con­ tion of the culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its man, and Dr. T. P. Lang gratulated on an excellent annual convention on the American University Campus, job. The Ball realized in Washington, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The $1,330.15 in profit, which was added to the Foundation’s Convention, being hosted by the Polish American Arts Scholarship Fund. Association of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of the most rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing A Palish, Ante^Ucan "Wka'A. Q/Ulua" to receive further information should write to Mrs. Ro­ bert Flannagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, Few persons knew John Rykowski. Indeed few are de­ 22101, tails of his life that are known. Yet by his acts, this Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The humble person belongs in the ranks of the greatest Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles whose names one might find in Who’s Who. devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Gersue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the United States before the first former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy... World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 1930. dzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner /z/Zy W ski, Ball < nt Sawicki Page Four �/?//The Twen olish Room •ecember 2* otel in Will The them< ’S. Joseph ted Polis] ■ars ago i “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. Arid '/* KoteiuAgJzo. feaU '1/UaA in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her death on December 3. .<■7 OCT ; will The traditional Kosciuszko Ball took place last night at Hotel Sterling with the colorful Polonaise starting the beginning of festivities. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Urbanski entertained at a small party for'the committee before the dance. Shown are: seated, Miss Felicia Perlick and Mrs. John Bednarz. Standing, Mrs. Joseph S. Cresko, Mr. Cresko, Mrs. Walter Mach, Mr. Mach, Joseph Mros, Mrs. James Feddock and John Bednarz. ame tent iade the bi Ball Chai i'^eddock, iwicki, Mr tails of his life that are known. Yet by his acts? this humble person belongs in the ranks of the greatest whose names one might find in Who’s Who. John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Germany. He came to the United States before the first World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ delphia, on March 3, 1930. Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four 22101, Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy... But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. �STAPLES / 77/ The Twen olish Room 'ecember 25 otel in Will The therm cs. Joseph j ted Polis! “irs ago i : ghlighted nting of c cover c eni Pin ’Ire ns . er ge i he ~zk sk “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. /6/7/ Arid, ' / Q/UgA *Jlte Ball in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her death on December 3, 1969. Rykowski the Foundation, 0, without any ill,156.21 in his of us to assist id of his Polish ? to make that hose like him, or it is thanks ation is able to welec, Mr. Rythe above degnition of his )e inscribed on sntrance to the Who’s Who. va/Ugsi I to be conm excellent 111 realized foundation’s Wlta" few are de5 acts, this le greatest > ws am€ nent iade the b Ball Chai Feddock, awicki, Mi ______ John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Ger­ many. He came to the United States before the first World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ delphia, on March 3, 1930. Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four The American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a con­ federation of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose purpose is propagating the knowledge and apprecia­ tion of the culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its annual convention on the American University Campus, in Washington, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The Convention, being hosted by the Polish American Arts Association of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of the most rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing to receive further information should write to Mrs. Ro­ bert Flannagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, 22101, Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. �The Twen STAPLES e I Z 7a >dm men olish Room eeember 2! otel in Wil The them "s. Joseph u/ted Polis •ars ago i ;ghlighted inting of 2 cover < ent. The eye-< !lroom fe nsettas s ered in ge candl '.’he Polo ■szko Bal -ski, foil )ng oth< nade the t , Ball Cha Feddock, .awicki, M “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. /rtrf/ WoA '/ K&toiuAyko- P>aU WUkeA-RaMe.r Pen^ylu^/iia Wilkes-Barre’s plush Hotel Sterling was the scene for the Twenty-First Kosciuszko Ball, on December 27th, 1971. A capacity crowd filled the Crystal Ballroom from all parts of the Wilkes-Barre, Scranton area. The Ball, organized by the Women’s Committee For The Polish Room at Wilkes College, was chaired by Miss-Mary^Novitsky. Mrs. Joseph Kocyan was Honorary Chairman?~~Am6n'g other members of the Committee were Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Co-Chairman; Mrs. John S. Cresko and Miss Ann Ruth Mushinski, Invitations Committee; Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Reservations Com­ mittee; Mrs. Edmund Dreier, Publicity Committee; Mrs. John Stasik, Jr. and Mrs. James Kozemchak, Decorations Committee Mrs. James Feddock a: Thaddeus Nowinsk Arrangements Co; Mrs. Stanley Urba) ception Commit tc Chester Urbanski. Committee; and I1/ ment Schwartz a: John Pocerva, Tick mittee. Mrs. Edwai insky, Mrs. Alex Mrs. Norman Kai and Mrs. John Woj ed on the Patrons tee. Miss Novitsky and her Miss Mary Novitsky, Wilkes-Barre Ball Chair- Committee are to be conman, and Dr. T. P. Lang gratulated on an excellent job. The Ball realized $1,330.15 in profit, which was added to the Foundation’s Scholarship Fund. In the picture at right, in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her death on December 3, 1969. He was an avid reader of the Polish press through which he be­ came acquainted with the activities of The Kosciuszko Foundation. On numerous occasions he expressed admiration for the work of the Foundation, and when he died, on January 12, 1970, without any surviving heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his last will and testament. Mr. Rykowski knew the need for each of us to assist those less fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish heritage, he determined to do something to make that heritage better known. To him and those like him, the Foundation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks fd'ihis sort of generosity that the Foundation is able to - y, its work. indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Rytorney, for supplying us with the above deVlr. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on • Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the a House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. — Cultural Gartuentton The American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a con­ federation of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose purpose is propagating the knowledge and appreciation of the culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its annual convention on the American University Campus, in Washington, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The Mrs. Joseph J. kocyan, i by the Polish American Arts D.C., promises to be one of seated, is holding the bouquet of roses. Standing jn, recent years. Persons wishing from left are Stanley Urbanski, Mrs. Stanley Ur ­ A Paluh AmM banski, chairman; Mrs. Eugene Kusielewicz, Dr. ation should write to Mrs. Ro'orest Lane, McLean, Virginia, Few persons knew John J Joseph J, Kocyan, Miss Mary Novitsky, Cochairman, tails of his life that are 1 and Dr. Eugene Kusielewicz, president of the Kosci­ ies, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The humble person belongs ii uszko Foundation, New York City.___________ __ 1 four times yearly, with articles whose names one might fifi devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Ger­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the United States before the first former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 1930. dzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four �“A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. The ^eT X>ecen « N in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her death on December 3, 1969._ r/ fyJaA KaAciuA^/za Pall WilkeA.- STAPLES The flits- 3°' eVef Wilkes-Barre’s plush Hotel Strn the Twenty-First Kosciuszl pWl 1971. A capacity crowd fille. all parts of the Wilkes-Bai The Ball, organized by tl . >. A The Polish Room at Wilke ; V Miss-Mary^ Novitsky. Mrs. Jo <\ Chairman. Among other m ’■ were Mrs. Clement Sawicki, 'g.'; S. Cresko and Miss Ann Rt \ Committee; Mrs. Clement Sa -h mittee; Mrs. Edmund Dreier, j Mr. John Rykowski • the work of the Foundation, uiary 12, 1970, without any Foundation $11,156.21 in his eed for each of us to assist i selves. Proud of his Polish I o something to make that I him and those like him, 11 in debt, for it is thanks I I the Foundation is able to Jai Jan Ira Tha W Arrj H Mrs. I cepti l ' Ches ■ Comr. sg! ment I John I mittee " insky, I Mrs. . I and M I ed on I tee. Miss Miss Mary Novitsky, Wilkes-Barre Ball Chair­ Commit man, and Dr. T. P. Lang gratulat $1,330.15 in profit, which was added Scholarship Fund. A Polish Awuzfu&zi'L "5 ttmund Pawelec, Mr. Ry’.g us with the above de1! In recognition of his I me will be inscribed on I at the entrance to the I American Who’s Who. ■ r. ^rs. Cultural Clubs, a coni twenty cities, whose wledge and apprecia, of Poland, will hold its s.n University Campus, s 6, and 17th, 1972. The Eu-Polish American Arts fi„nce were Dr. an \ |c‘w premises to be one of T guests at the danc pr. W. Hon°KSsfele«ic7.. Left .t0 “Ksh i<usielew>“ .trs. Persons wishing ld write t0 Mrs. Ro. .««« Lane, McLean. Virginia. Few persons knew John Rykowski.Yc(Srs- Stan’cyuV-banskL’(AecHoffma«) tails of his life that are known, Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The humble person belongs in the rank: Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles whose names one might find in Who’s Who. devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Ger­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by many. He came to the United States before the first former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy... World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ But Worthwhile," the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodelphia, on March 3, 1930. dzinskl; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor. self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited The Quarterly Review, 0300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, extent, English. Virginia 22041, He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Miue �The Twer Polish Roon December 2 Hotel in Wi The then Mrs. Josep noted Pol years ago Highlighte painting < the cover event. The ej ballroom poinsetta covered large ca The I ciuszko rowski, among “A Visit to an Art Gallery.” Also included were some articles on the culture and folklore of Poland, a short history of the Krakowiak Dancers and a tribute to Mrs. Wanda Walczak, ‘Woman of the Year.” To Mrs. Kazanowski and her Committee we extend our congratulations on a job well done. /2/zy And *7ken "7ke^e 7/Uo£ *7ke ' /Pall 7/UilkeA-fcaMver Wilkes-Barre’s plush Hotel Sterling was the scene for the Twenty-First Kosciuszko Ball, on December 27th, 1971. A capacity crowd filled the Crystal Ballroom from all parts of the Wilkes-Barre, Scranton area. The Ball, organized by the Women’s Committee For The Polish Room at Wilkes College, was chaired by Miss_Mary^Novitsky. Mrs. Joseph Kocyan was Honorary Chairman?^ Among other members of the Committee were Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Co-Chairman; Mrs. John S. Cresko and Miss Ann Ruth Mushinski, Invitations Committee; Mrs. Clement Sawicki, Reservations Com­ mittee; Mrs. Edmund Dreier, Publicity Committee; Mrs. John Stasik, Jr. and Mrs. James Kozemchak, Decora­ tions Committee; Mrs. James Feddock and Mrs. Thaddeus Nowinski, Table Arrangements Committee; Mrs. Stanley Urbanski, Re­ ception Committee; Mrs. Chester Urbanski, Program Committee; and Mrs. C'. ment Schwartz and. Mrs. John Pocerva, Ticket t . . mittee. Mrs. Edward I ’ .. ■ insky, Mrs. Alex E? . Mrs. Norman Karm.i!. . .■ and Mrs. John Wojcik ser. • ed on the Patrons Commit­ tee. Miss Novitsky and her Miss Mary Novitsky, Wilkes-Barre Ball Chair­ Committee are to be con­ man, and Dr. T. P. Lang gratulated on an excellent job. The Ball realized $1,330.15 in profit, which was added to the Foundation’s Scholarship Fund. 21 Po-li/ik AwtoJucan "7/Ukor‘k TdJko" ^Slhey J -wsk jamei ment Few persons knew John Rykowski. Indeed few are de­ tails of his life that are known. Yet by his acts, this humble person belongs in the ranks of the greatest whose names one might find in Who’s Who. John Rykowski was born in Poland in 1895. He was orphaned at a very early age and immigrated to Ger­ many. He came to the United States before the first World War. He married Rose Kaczmarczyk, in Phila­ delphia, on March 3, 1930. Although he had no formal education, he taught him­ self to read and write Polish, and to a more limited extent, English. He worked as a laborer his entire life, as a coal miner Page Four in Pennsylvania and as a farmer in northern New Jer­ sey, until his retirement. He did not smoke or drink. He was described by friends and neighbors as a person who had never anything detri­ mental to say about anyone. He and his wife led a quiet exist­ ence together until her death on December 3, 1969. He was an avid reader of the Polish press through which he be­ came acquainted with the activities of The Kosciuszko Foundation. On numerous occasions he expressed admiration for the work of the Foundation, and when he died, on January 12, 1970, without any surviving heirs, he left the Foundation $11,156.21 in his last will and testament. Mr. Rykowski knew the need for each of us to assist those less fortunate than ourselves. Proud of his Polish heritage, he determined to do something to make that heritage better known. To him and those like him, the Foundation will ever be in debt, for it is thanks to this sort of generosity that the Foundation is able to carry on its work. We are indebted to Mr. Edmund Pawelec, Mr. Ry­ kowski’s attorney, for supplying us with the above deb?ils of Mr. Rykowski’s life. In recognition of his -;.ju'.e'ro&ity, Mr. Rykowski’s name will be inscribed on r: 7 ...nze Benefactor’s Plaque at the entrance to the . • idation House, the Polish-American Who’s Who. P&hili CnltnJicd Convention Se dleld 9n flnne The American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, a con­ federation of twenty affiliates in twenty cities, whose purpose is propagating the knowledge and apprecia­ tion of the culture and civilization of Poland, will hold its annual convention on the American University Campus, in Washington, D.C., on June 15, 16, and 17th, 1972. The Convention, being hosted by the Polish American Arts Association of Washington, D.C., promises to be one of the most rewarding in recent years. Persons wishing to receive further information should write to Mrs. Ro­ bert Flannagan, 1721 Forest Lane, McLean, Virginia, 22101, Among its other activities, the A.C.P.C.C. publishes The Quarterly Review, printed four times yearly, with articles devoted to the activities of the Council and articles on Polish culture in general. The January-March 1972 is­ sue features articles on “The Transplanted Family” by former K.F. Grantee Dr. Danuta Mostwin; “Not Easy ... But Worthwhile,” the reminiscences of Mrs. Artur Rodzinski; and a number of other interesting items. Sub­ scriptions at $3.00 each are available from The Editor, The Quarterly Review, 6300 Lakeview Drive, Falls Church, Virginia 22041. �04 The Polish Decen Hotel The Mrs. . noted .years Highl painti the c event Th< balln poins cover large <7hey Could cJlaue Chanced /JU the KxM&udyJeo tyouncthzUGu P>i^entdUw, Hall BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Had not the music ceased at one o’clock in the morn­ ing, they “could have danced all night.” The occasion was the Fourteenth Biennial Ball sponsored by the Massachusetts Federation of Polish Women’s Clubs. Some six hundred dancers completely filled the Ball­ room of the Sheraton Plaza Hotel in Boston, last Nov­ ember 26th. It was a wonderful event. The Ball began with the singing of the National of the Year”; Mrs. John Witko, immediate past presi­ dent; Mrs. Kamil Dziewanowski, director of the Krakowiak Dance Group; and Mrs. Lillian Kazanowski, Chair­ man of the Ball. Following the presentation, the presentees and their fathers danced to the tune of “Daddy’s Little Girl,” during which they were joined by their escorts. A Grand March followed, led by the Ball Co-Chairman, Mrs. Stan­ ley Swiderski and Mrs. Alfonse Bachorowski. ciusz rows amoi The Boston Debutantes of 1971, seated, left to right: Miss Solomea Zamejtis, of Lynn; Miss Diane Krzywicki, of Saugus; Miss Patricia Krzywicki, of Saugus; and Miss Diane Lipczynski, of Saugus. Standing, left to right: Miss Therese Curtin, of Belmont; Miss Lorraine Pacek, of Worcester; Miss Ann Pierce, of North Attleboro; Miss Joanne Arcidi, of Concord; Miss Claudia Lis, of Lowell; Miss Judith Jaworski, of Pawtucket, Rhode Island; Miss Pauline Ka­ zanowski, of Braintree; and Miss Joan Budzinski, of Dorchester. Anthems by Lodzia Czyzewski. This was followed by a majestic “Polonaise” performed to the music of Chopin by the Krakowiak Polish Dancers of Boston. The pre­ sentation of twelve debutantes followed as the proud fathers led their daughters on the stage for the official bow. Receiving the young ladies were Mrs. Julia Holuk, Federation President; Mrs. Alfonse Bachorowski, long­ time friend and benefactor of the Balls; Mrs. Joseph Moraski, devoted member of the Federation; Mrs. Wanda Walczak, past president of the Federation and “Woman A Souvenir Journal was distributed, featuring the legendary Janosik on its cover. Among the articles in the Journal’were “In Memoriam, Stephen P. Mizwa,” and “The Kosciuszko Foundation is Something More than Scholarships and Books,” a description of the Kosciuszko' Foundation’s “Summer Session — 1971” at the University of Cracow, by one of the parti­ cipants from the Boston Area, Mr. Ronald F. Dobrowski, and an article of reminiscenes of a visit to the Founda­ tion by Ball Chairman Mrs. Lillian Kazanowski entitled Page Three �THE KOSCIUSZKO BALL WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA The Twenty-third Kosciuszko Ball, sponsored by the Polish Room Committee at Wilkes College, was held on December 29th. in the Grand Ballroom of the Genetti Hotel in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. The theme of this year’s ball, whose chairman was Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski, was Nicholas Copernicus, the noted Polish astronomer, whose birth five hundred years ago is being celebrated throughout the world. Highlighted at the affair was Howard Purcell’s huge painting of Copernicus, a copy of which appeared on the cover of the souvenir program prepared for the event. The eye-catching holiday motif that decorated the ballroom featured the traditional garlands of holly and poinsettas suspended from the ceiling. The tables were covered in red with filigreed receptacles containing large candles surrounded with holly wreaths. The Polonaise, an integral part of the annual Kosciuszko Balls, was led by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wnorov. ski, followed by the honored guests who included among others Congressman and Mrs. Daniel J. Flood, B Judge and Mrs. Peter Paul Olszewski, Judge Bernard C. Brominski, Dr. John F. Luntz, Executive Director of the American Shrine of our Lady of Czestochowa, and Mrs. Luntz, K.F. National Council Member; Mr. and Mrs. John Cresko; and Mr. Stanley Cuba, Assistant to the President of the K.F. Music was supplied by “The Poets”. Although it was a night of gaiety, the ball’s primary purpose was fund raising, to assist the Kosciuszko Foundation in granting scholarships to needy and de­ serving students. Prioi- to the ball, Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski and her husband entertained the Ball Committee at a cocktail party held at the hotel. Mrs. Wnorowski, the ball chair­ man, is the daughter of Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, Chair­ man of the first Kosciuszko Ball held in Wilkes-Barre twenty-three years ago. Mrs. Znaniecki, who is now President of the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee is also a member of the K.F. National Council. It was a wonderful event. Our congratulations to all the members of the Committee. made the ball possible, the members of the committee: seated on the floor from left to right. Mrs. Joseph Wno i, Ball Chairman, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, and Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki; seated behind from left to light Mrs. , Feddock, Mrs. John Stasik, Jr. the ball Co-Chairman, Mrs Michael L. Weiss Mis John Pjcieva, Mrs Cie^ Sawicki, Mrs. John Cresko, Mrs. Clement Schwartz, Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski, Mrs. Joseph Piszczek, and Miss Wojnarski. Page Nine �The Grand Polonaise Begins. Among the dignitaries attending the ball were, left to right: John Cresko, member of the K.F. Na­ tional Council and Treasurer of the American Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa; Mr. Stanley Cuba, Assistant to the President of the K.F.; Congressman Daniel J. Flood; Judge Peter Paul Olszewski; Judge Bernard C. Brominski, who attracted national attention during the Kennedy tragedy at Chappaquiddick, and Dr. John F. Lontz, Executive Director of the American Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa. Seated from left to right are: Mrs. Nancy Cresko, Chairman of the Invitations Committee; Miss Sally Ann Groblewski; Mrs. Flood; Mrs. Oleszewski; Mrs. Anita Janerich, Chairman of the Publicity Committee; and Mrs. John Lontz. �3 S?m>ns . _____________ r w,. BMW—,_______________ WILKES COLLEGE POLISH ROOM BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mrs. Joseph Drapiewski Mrs. Alex Kresge Mrs. James Feddock Mrs. Clement V. Maslow Miss Mary Glowacki Mrs. John Pagoda Mrs. C. C. Groblewski Mrs. Joseph Piekarski Mrs. Stefan H. Hellersperk Mrs. Joseph Piszczek Mrs. Norman Karmilowicz Miss Mary Koons Mrs. Clement Schwartz Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski Dr. Lydia Kopernik Mrs. Richard Stefanski Miss Casimir Tyburski Mrs. Edward Kopicki Mrs. John Wojcik OFFICERS President Recording Secretary Financial Secretary Treasurer Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki Mrs. Edward Mashinski Mrs. Theodore Schwartz Mrs. Michael Weiss ACKNOWLEDGMENT The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Committee wishes to thank all who helped to make this ball a success. Our apologies to those whose names were omitted due to the printer’s deadline. �ANGEL BALL COMMITTEES Chairman ............................. MR. GUS GENETTI MRS. EDMUND R. DREIER BENEFACTORS Cochairman ..................... MRS. THADDEUS NOWINSKI INVITATIONS Miss Casimir Tyburski Mrs. James Feddock Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk SPONSORS RESERVATIONS Mrs. Joseph Wilski Ms. Fran Hofherr Mrs. Thomas Breck PUBLICITY Dr. Lydia Kopernik Dr. Halla Rushin CENTERPIECES Mrs. A. J. Dreier Mrs. David Chorba Mrs. S. Jackloski ARRANGEMENTS Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski Mrs. John Urbanski DECORATIONS Mrs. John Pagoda Miss Rosemary Luksha Miss Helen Zaleski DESSERT TABLE Mrs. Joseph Noroski Mrs. Michael Weiss Mrs. Theodore Schwartz PATRONS Mrs. Alex Kresge Mrs. Stanley Urbanski Mrs. Clement Schwartz Miss Sophie Vnukowski Mrs. John Loughlin Mrs. John S. Cresko Mrs. John Pocreva United Penn Bank Franklin Federal Savings & Loan Association Dr. & Mrs. W.R.A. Boben Lipiec Insurance Agency Mr. & Mrs. John S. Cresko Mrs. John T. Loughlin Mr. & Mrs. Frank P. Crossin Mr. & Mrs. Edward Mashinski Theodore Delikat, Mrs. Vincent Metzo Painting Contractor Atty. & Mrs. John Moses Dr. & Mrs. George B. Davis Dr. & Mrs. Edward Nork Mr. Edmund Drapiewski Mrs. Thaddeus Nowinski Mr. & Mrs. Edmund R. Dreier Fashion Floor Carpet Galleries, Inc. First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Wilkes-Barre Mr. & Mrs. George Frank Miss Mary Glowacki Golden Quality Mrs. Casimir C. Groblewski and Tad Mr. & Mrs. John Pagoda Paulik Furniture Company Peck’s Floral Shop & Greenhouse Dr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Piekarski Polish Women’s Alliance Council 4-A Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Grontkowski Mr. & Mrs. Clem Rogers Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Hudock Mr. & Mrs. Peter J. Sielicki Jimeal’s Catering Mr. & Mrs. Michael Stretanski Mr. & Mrs. Frank Klemek Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Szykman Mr. & Mrs. F. Knorek Miss Casmir Tyburski Dr. Francis & Dr. Lydia Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Urbanski Kopernik Mr. & Mrs. Henry S. Van Koski Mr. & Mrs. Paul A. Kopicki Mr. & Mrs. Charles Voyton Mr. & Mrs. Alex Kresge Mr. & Mrs. Clem Voyton Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Krufka Wyoming National Bank Mr & Mrs. Stefan Kellersperk Mr. & Mrs. E. T. Jendrzejewski �pATRONs -eW Niz:nl'^ Mr- &Xard Aj^oroski TWENTY-SIXTH ANNIVERSARY of the WILKES COLLEGE POLISH ROOM Dr' J- \B°$°wer Sh0Pk KOSCIUSZKO YULETIDE BALL Bonr1IMrs Thomas Breck Natalie Brookus Mr. ? Commemorating the mJJ Adam Coffee Mr’* Mra Chet Comitz Mrs. Joseph \f Mr- &Mary Novitsky itsk.y Miss, M^y Stanley?’ Mr. ? M?s. Omolecki nowski Mr'? Mrs Daniel1Hparascando Mr. & M/L Nicholas r Mr. pioral parsons r1 , pawlik Mr. Edward J-F pechuiis Miss D°rot&rank Peters £e&ek ReTwalte? Poplawski GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY OF THE Price Mr. & Mrs. Kosciuszko Foundation and Our Nation’s Bicentennial Monday Evening, December 27, 1976 GRAND BALLROOM and VIENNESE ROOM GUS GENETTI HOTEL Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania MUSIC BY: LUCIEN KRYGER ORCHESTRA THE GRAND TOUR OPEN BAR 8 to 1 £ Max L. Fainberg & Son Hon. & Mrs. Daniel J. Flood Mrs. James Feddock A Friend Mr. & Mrs. Louis Gawat Gene’s Beauty Shop Mr. & Mrs. Louis Glowacki Mr. & Mrs. Edmund Gorka Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Grabowski Mrs. Anthony Grosek, Sr. Ms. Fran Hofherr Mr. & Mrs. William Heffron Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Hudak Mr. & Mrs. Stephen R. Jackloski Rev. Albert Kaczmarek Atty. & Mrs. Paul Kanjorski Atty. & Mrs. Peter Kanjorski, Jr. A tfMrsXiPeter Kanjorski, Sr Dr. & Mrs. Alois Knoll Mr ? Krs- Edward Kobylski Mr. & Mrs. Ray Kon Mrs. George H. Kocyan Rev. Anthony Kozlowski Ruskin SS. Peter & Paul Church. Sugar Notch . Mr & Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Clement Schwartz Mrs. Paul Selecky Miss Jean Shakalum Shawnee TV Miss June E. Shellhamer Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski Atty. & Mrs. Richard Dallas Smith Mr. & Mrs. John Stasik, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Richard Stefanski JJf- ? ™rs> §ichard Stempowski w ? JJrs- Frank J- Strojnv Mr. & Mrs. Emil Suda Mr & Mrs ^lfreK Szatkowski mr. & Mrs. Joseph Szot Mr & Mr4 jfs^V^ardo Mr- & Mrs’. FeHx M^Vhinchak Mr. & Mrs-, Markaravitz Miss NelTin ’S’!’ wilski Mrs. Joseph w robiews '?,arskw i Mno J?o^ Mry&a?SMrsSpPahulY^k°wski BUFFET 10:30 Mr-^.Nicolo �■ ������THE TEMPLE ISRAEL CONGREGATION Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and WILKES COLLEGE POLISH ROOM COMMITTEE Announce With Pleasure The 1985 Rose and Jack Friedman Lecture Featuring REV.Professor JOHNof Social T. PAWLIKOWSK1, OSM, PhD Ethics — Catholic Theological Union. “What Are They Saying About Christian-Jewish Relations?” Monday, April 22, 1985, 8:00 P.M. WILKES COLLEGE STARK LEARNING CENTER SCHAEFFER HALL ALL ARE WELCOME Temple Israel Darte Hall S Performing Arts Center South River Street RECEPTION WILL FOLLOW FREE ADMISSION SUSQUEHANNA RIVER RIVER COMMON South River Street �T^3Tue;t’s,ux£Tg SOL ON JiLUJSd ej 'ajjeg-S9>||iM ai vd 3DV1SOJ ST) uoiieziueSjQ iijoJd-uoN 36iz3-30£8 L ’Bd '8Jjeg-s8)||!/v\ leans JSAiy g 9£3 13VUSI TldlAIBl REV. JOHN T. PAWLIKOWSKI, OSM, PhD Rev. John T. Pawlikowski, a Servite Priest, is Professor of Social Ethics at the Catholic Theological Union, a constituent school of the Chicago Cluster of Theological Schools at the University of Chicago. He served as Acting President of the Catholic Theological Union in 1975 and 1976. Rev. Pawlikowski is an authority and writer on Christian-Jewish Relations. His writings include the following books: “Catechetics jnd Prejudice," “Sinai and Calvary", "What Are They Saying About Christian-Jewish Relations", and “Christ in Light of the ChristianJewish Dialogue". President Carter appointed him to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council in 1980, a post he continues to hold in the present administration. He is a member of the Advisory Committee, Secretariat for Catholic-Jewish Relations, National Conference of Catholic Bishops. He serves as a member of the National Council of Churches’ Commission on Christian-Jewish Relations and of the Christian Study Group on Judaism and the Jewish People (NCCJ). He is a member of the Catholic Theological Society, Society of Christian Ethics, American Academy of Religion. In addition, Rev. Pawlikowski has made frequent appearances on U.S. radio and television on Christian/Jewish Relations and Social Issues as well as media appearances in Australia, Ireland, Israel and on Vatican Radio. He is an official member of the Bilateral Catholic/Presbyterian Reformed Dialogue of the USA. He also is a member of the Polish Academy of Arts and Sciences. He serves on the Executive Committee of the National Christian Leadership Conference for Israel. LECTURE COMMITTEE Judge Peter Paul Olszewski, Honorary Chairman Enid Hershey, Chairman, Temple Israel Jule Znaniecki, Past President, Wilkes College Polish Room Committee Hy Alter June Blum Sally Connor Marita Coplan Jeanne Fainberg Stanley Fainberg Jack Friedman Pauly Friedman Rob Friedman Sidney Friedman Dr. Ira Grossman Dr. Richard Grossman Marcella Haydock Nona Libenson Riva Lubin Sol Lubin, Esq. Edward Monsky, Esq. Zelda Salamon Dr. Herbert Rosenblum, Rabbi, Temple Israel Joseph J. Savitz, Esq., President, Temple Israel Olivia Skuzinski Shelley Smulowitz William Smulowitz Florence Weinberg Mildred Weiss �WILKES COLLEGE WH ROOM COMMITTEE �Mrs. Vincens Znanieeki 500 E. Main Steel Nanticoke. PA 18634 ���»om at I rt was 1 zersary Ish Ro, dl. black[ay, Ja a attet) wosra^ dsnt n nd. Cl' ��L_. CD Q_ <D CD CD co CD £ cd' Polish Room Committee presents scholarships Mrs. Jule Noroski, president of the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee, announces the two recipi­ ents of this year’s Dr. Joseph and Marie Kocyan Scholarship of $1,000 each. They are Richard Lizak of Dupont, a biology major, and Karen Natishan of Kingston, a combined English and communications major. Grants are based on scholastic ability, financial needs and that the student be of Polish descent. The winners are pictured with their donors at a recent luncheon given at the Darte Center for the Perform­ ing Arts. They are from left: Mrs. Helen Loughlin, a member of the scholarship committee; Karen Natishan, Richard Lizak and Mrs. Jule Znaniecki, chairman of the scholarship committee. In charge of the dinner meeting at the Luzerne Knights of Columbus Home were Mrs. Helene Kukish, Mrs. Marie Brozena and Mrs. Helen Wilpizewski. A report on the fashion show sponsored by Boscov’s was given by the chairman, Mrs. Lucyle Davis. Mrs. Loretta Wilski reported on the annual spring card party at Wilkes College. Mrs. Ann Urbanski presented to the Polish Room Library a Polish hym­ nal of liturgical music. Thomas Kopetski, president of the Hazleton Polonia Society, borrowed from the Polish Room, books, pictures and other items per­ taining to Kosciuszko, Pulaski, Copernicus and Marie Curie for a window display in the Hazleton Public Library. He also used these enrichment aids to pre­ sent talks on these outstanding Poles to the Hazleton parochial school children. Mrs. Maria Benedykcinski spoke on the Invasion of Poland in September, 1939, and how all parts of Poland were destroyed, including her native city, Warsaw. The question and answer period that fol­ lowed brought forth from Mrs. Benedykcinski many revealing and informative observations. Tickets for the Krakus Dance and Song Ensemble from Poland, which will perform aty the Kirby Civic Center May 27, may be purchased at the May meet­ ing. Mrs. Eleanor Sabel will be in charge of the dinner meeting at Jimeal’s, Plymouth, on Tuesday, May 12, at6p.m. I �^5,4 |ar ppie-nts - VQ-'i’-«S'h i <~> - ^i^Oho/ 4/t ��j snows l so that all of these Nan coke Area events can go on a planned. Holy Name of Jesus PNCC lurch, So. Prospect St. Is he \a Pig in the Blanket Dtnne xning at 2 p.m. today. Tlcl vailable at the door. stfr .>ersity oom at the Farley PA. 18711 tvongJT ?n B �2 I T-I 52 « I ����..c style, ?n B b ivons — �'0L8! d Ballroom at tl d Resort was tl h Anniversary lity Polish Roo szko Ball. innual black-t Saturday, atten * 15 JJ ! Im I$ IH- \ i l< \ President C sident Jan K )hael mingle ______________________ hour enjoyii mi beef wei Annual Kosciuszko red pizza an Ball Lv »cakes. Mrs. Julie Znaniecki is presented a bouquJ attending iiroses marking her 50th year of attending adzwilla Biannual Kosciuszko Ball. This year the event vi 1 Alice and held at the Woodlands, an Inn and Resort, cj ey, assistecffTy" ed beautiful musical seharp. :z-Munnerlyn and her were in attendance for Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn TIMES LEADERyRICHARD SABATURA On Thursday, Jan. 8, the i land Club presented the Yale a Feddock, left, and Andre and Jeri Jecen among the guests at the Kosciuszko Ball. 1 9Add # JMOO1S Z99V-1Zfr-008-l S30spld hjniuaj qioa �1'886 (LIL) 'vJ i 7/ iual Hl ind Ballroom at tl ind Resort was tl 8th Anniversary rsity Polish Roo uszko Ball. 5 annual black-t •n Saturday, Jar of 115 in atten nt Chairwomar tt, President C r husband, Cl esident Jan K aphael mingle 1 hour enjoyii mini beef wei Annual i, red pizza an Kosciuszko Ball held ab cakes. Mrs. Julie Znaniecki is presented a bouquet a rs attending broses marking her 50th year of attending the Radzwilla Br<annual Kosciuszko Ball. This year the event was nd Alice and^ejj at the Woodlands, an Inn and Resort. Contlley, assistecffjy’^a^1ided beautiful musical see harp. dcz-Munnerlyn and her !S were in attendance for s. Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn 0 TIMES LEADER'HICHAHD SABATURA idock, left, and Andre and Jeri Jecen ng the guests at the Kosciuszko Bail. On Thursday, Jan. 8, the Westi land Club presented the Yale Exit *-9Add # MOOIS Z99t7-l?fr-oo9-L Kjnjuaj • St u ■ * �MH «5pr a> c: • 5, ta n> o r+ 2. g» » p* Q* p> £ 3 » a 3 x 3 o n a 3* 2. -k < o 5 -« <T> U> Sfi CO Ss co I G, 3 S.' 9 3 g* q. g. < S B N n> P ■ ^3 » ” S’ ■ S “ 3o'S' §-a3 2 3 Wool P ta £i 3 C Q) cn Q § D-O O3 o o B W C5 rt> EX CD — ~ CL O N o m Kosciuszko Ball About 150 people gathered in the Grand Ballroom at Gus Genetti’s Friday evening for the 38th Kosciuszko Foundation Yuletide Ball sponsored by Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. The event is a fund­ raiser for the national Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship Program. Among the guests are, from left: JoAnna Radzwilla and Sugar Notch Mayor Jack Radzwilla, Antoinette Piszczak of Sugar Notch; Dolores Bennett of Plains, Ray and Janet Kon of Larksville. Janet Kon chaired the ball. For additional photos, see page 3B. TIMES LEADER/MARY THERESE BIEBEL Wl7 3 CU 3 £ ®° O J. « ru ■' -: 8-* w K S3 2.5 c a « - a c_ = o �s8 M s-g n> s • 2 H’S 2. pj a> <"> r* 2. E Z. s’ S h ig- p £ o’ S’ § § «£2 rs (D 5 C-i g>-c 3 2 2 < B ' co ? S’ n> a. X? ■ss- co ■ I Lifestyle JZ B a2 ?! X co - "Oq Q o < « a. 2 5° co ra- co re H » re* go « 3. U) ® CD cn o o 3* o gar era. " re & re 2 g.3 5 2- » pr - co p c am£ Q)52 S Q 0> S' 3 a ia O i w ru *" c ® CO tU ® 2 co 5 o o ® S 03 c_ — o 1 O 3 co Invitations for the Kosciuszko erg pj Ball ora Jan. ® are mailed Invitations to the Kosciuszko Ball were issued recently and the committee is working out the final details with the Genetti’s Hotel Staff and George Terasek’s Orchestra. The ball is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 6, beginning with cocktails from 6 to 7 p.m., fol­ lowed by dinner at 7 and dancing from 8 to midnight. Invitations committee members are, from the left, seated: Stacia Feddock and Ceil Sawicki; standing, Mary Bunsick, Geri Jecen, Dolores Bennett and Janet Kon. Reservations are being accepted by Genevieve Witkowski and Josephine Zuba. Deadline is Dec. 23. Tables of 10 may be arranged by anyone possessing an invita­ tion to the ball. Ball chairmen are Dolores Bennett and Geri Jecen assisted by committee members: publicity, Alice Kwiatkowski; decorations consultant, Jule Noroski; invitations, Ceil Sawicki, Stacia Feddock and Susan Charnetski; patrons, Janet Kon and Mary Bunsick; honorary committee members, Jule Znaniecki, Helen Pocreva, Olivia Skuzinski and Mildred Weiss. The Kosciuszko Ball has been held for 46 years in Wilkes-Barre traditionally during the yuletide season by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee which has furnished a room at the Farley Library at Wilkes University in Zakopane style. . �(fl jy W S N B 2 w o £T 05 J? “> i » a " a> n> B co F*. rX" r+M. 8*« ■? £■ ►> N £ B a> 2 t 3 n> n> K o. u> B 03 S’ ■ »^o-B-g^S § gttg. glflQ. 83 »to f i Town Annual Kosduszko Ball coming to Wilkes-Barre Jan. 4 The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee has announced the 47th annual Koscluszko Ball will be held Thursday, Jan. 4, 1997 at Genetti's in Wilkes-Barre. The event, which marks the 200th anniversary of General Tadeusz Koscluszko's return to the United States following imprisonment in Russia, features a cocktail hour beginning at 6 p.m., dinner, and music for dancing by The George Tarasek Orchestra. Tick­ ets can be obtained by contacting Dolores Bennett, chairperson, at 824-4390. Proceeds benefit scholar­ ship funds for Wilkes University and the Koscluzko Foundation. Committee members, seated, from left are: Jeri Jecen, Bennett, Jo-Ann Radzwllla Brown, co-chairperson; and Cell Sawicki, president. Standing: Jule Znanlecki, honorary chairperson; Mary Bunslck, Janet Kon, Stasia Feddock, Josephine Zuba, and Genevieve Witkowski. to 0) o ro w c_ 7 !■ 74 — I �MS N ft e B S. ju ft Or**! 9 ft 2 B 3 S' ex b» B 3 2 ® . a> a P Cfl h Q S. b X X 2*BC“2pUlCco‘TJBft£i £ to o 2 g x o o a> 9 B c &■ X- ?! c § 2£ (T> 00 a k. ft W & ■ V S’ C.' (D w s. tr o O B © CD crq r* O O S' JU ft BI ft 2 O K » = m - ft U) 1/1 a < 2 ® 2. ID ® 3 n o (0 n a> ■ •7 t U-, O cn ro c_ Invitations mailed for annual ball//5 7 Invitations have been mailed for the annual Kosduszko Ball planned Jan. 4, 1997, in the Grand Ballroom of Genetti’s, WilkesBarre. Music will be provided by The George Tarasek Orchestra. The Wilkes University Polish Room sponsors this event Dolores Bennett and Jo Ann Radzwilla Brown are chairing this year’s affair which marks the 200th anniversary of General Kosduszko’s pardoned im­ prisonment in Russia. Invitations may be obtained by calling Genev­ ieve Witkowski, 287-2994, or Ceil Sawicki, president of the Wilkes University Polish Room, at 735-1522. Seated, from left, are: Jerl Jecen, Stasia Feddock, Witkowski, and Josehine Zuba. Standing: Sawicki. Radzwill-Brown and Bennett �gc.gg^oKsge; -i?Es|S»t2.6S3s2§!'S SB'3g»§. r» « H S-& B »3 & g.-, g.ff'g.ag-^o^g’g S-^&wSf r«m< s>3 £8 c S— ~ — - 2 B'g < p n o 0> CD P CC g p n 3 P 6 gjn £^2.S|Se.?SpIwo2.83 g B p. S p «“ 5" s^PSB&p* £P* 3 W(m cn h 2. «, n> 1297 k ■ . Kosciuszko Bal! will be held on Jan. 4 at Genetti’s The annual Kosciuszko Ball will be held Jan. 4, 1997, in the Grand ■ Ballroom of Genetti’s, WilkesBarre. Music will be provided by c ©* 8-* (J Q) 2. ro Fo © the George Tarasek Orchestra. Sawicki, 735-1522. From the left are seated: Jeri Invitations have been sent. For invitations, call Genevieve Jecen, chairperson of invitations; Witkowski, 287-2994, or Ceil Stasia Feddock, invitations; Genevieve Witkowski, reserva­ tions; Josephine Zuba, chairper­ son of reservations; standing, Ceil Sawicki, president of the Wilkes University Polish Room and in­ vitations; JoAnn Radzwilla Brown, co-chairperson of the event; Dolores Bennett, chairper­ son of the event. r* �9 2 91 § (T> < m X « g £p p £ H* O’ c o o* pa ft; ua P ua 2 s P s. pa 0 O £ 2 Kosciuszko Ball to be held Jan. 6 The Kosciuszko Ball, sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee, will be held Saturday, Jan. 6, following a oneyear suspension. It will be held in the Grand Ballroom of Genet­ ti’s, Wilkes-Barre, beginning at 6 p.m. Music will be provided by George Tarasek’s Orchestra. Dolores Bennett, left, and Geri Jecen are chairpersons of the event. The Kosciuszko Ball had been a tradition in the Wyoming Valley area for 46 years and is named after Thaddeus Kosciuszko. Persons wishing to be invited to the ball may contact Ceil Sawicki, 735-1522, to have their party added to the invitations list. Persons receiving an invitation may bring a table of 10 frieds along with them. (5Cfi 0 w �O o P O P» O ~ * 0 rt rf v § 2 S' < & re < co 3 ? ® o p*re^ gill S2.S • re tn p co o 5 ?Q n p " 53 3 tn o- i k-8 8T2-2 « B ? SS13 B'g-=-g:»SSg Q p> 3- S<so05'Oa^ o po p p> ? 2 o 3 I §3 t? 3 3 •r’ Q. o I 5 :«3 c- ? O » C CD t/2 2- jZt CD CD Ci " 3 td C. o----- ft ® I O Q, a a re o* & . & Polish Room plans 47th annual Kosciuszko Ball The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee met recently at the Wyoming Valley Country Club to plan the 47th annual Kosciuszko Ball to be held Jan. 4, 1997, at Genetti’s Best Western, WilkesBarre. Cocktail hour will be at 6 p.m. with dinner served at 7. The George Tarasek Orchestra will provide musical entertainment. 3o 2? ® CD — c 5 ® co “ uT® 5S t/> ft) CD C. M ® I This year’s ball will mark the 200th anniversary of General Tadeusz Kosciuszko’s return to the U.S. after his pardoned imprisonmentinRussia. Proceeds from the ball benefit scholarship funds for Wilkes Uni­ versity and the Kosciuszko Foun­ dation. From the left are, seated: Jeri Jecen, chairperson of invitations; Bennett; Jo-Ann Radzwilla Brown, co-chairperson; Ceil Sawicki, president; standing, Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson; Mary Bunsick and Janet Kon, patrons; Stasia Feddock, invita­ tions; Josephine Zuba, chairper­ son of reservations; Genevieve Witkowski, reservations. �fs ©X 3s 3| oO ■ °® s1 -j^^6 *§ o £? 5 05 Q- C5 Cfl re CIAL BENEFACTOR: o ie Baut Edward Deets 3 Bus nd Francis Kopemik -rothers, Inc. & o >— St 5 DEN BENEFACTORS aS? ® »® -• Fohn S. Biemacki Associates n & Mrs. Paul E. Kanjorski ivelope Company Yank C. Olshemski Irbanski Zimolzak 1 3 S ® y o - t.® o o o) "" ro ® £ o o © $ ® o. Q.m e N <fl ffl 3 5J 3 -• O ® S °’ 2. c ft) St StSS' - (D g o %S W (p m ^o CD Z. Sm < ER BENEFACTORS ® ® ts) ©© a ” *s- 5T ®§?i OQ W S’® Music By The George Tarasek Orchestra Bennett >hn Broda /er raythrone 5 George Hasay ank Kukish ank Kwiatkowski ?eph Piszczek mencan Congress of NE PA Mrs. Olivia Skuzinksi Ms. Carolyn Warren Mrs. Jule Znaniecki �Annual black-tie ball to benefit Wilkes scholarship draws 115 The Grand Ballroom at the Wood­ lands Inn and Resort was the site for ■ the 48th Anniversary of the Wilkes —i University Polish Room Committee |! Kosciuszko Ball. The annual black-tie event was ! held on Saturday, Jan. 10 with a a crowd of 115 in attendance. Event Chairwoman Dolores J Bennett, President Ceil Sawicki ■ and her husband, Clement, and I Vice President Jan Kon with husH band Raphael mingled during the cocktail hour enjoying hors d’oeu­ vres of mini beef Wellington, mini quiches, red pizza and fresh lump meat crab cakes. Others attending included SOCIAL j Joanne Radzwilla Brown and Mark and Alice and John BierSCENE • Brown nacki. Diane O’Malley, assisted by Mary Watkins, provided beautiful musical se­ lect ons on the harp. Eva Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn and her husband James were in attendance for the evening. Ms. Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn has served as Counsel to the Vatican in Rome and is one of few women in the diplomatic corps. Bernadine Tarasek, George and Dorothy Tarasek Jr., and Andrew and Jeri Jecen dined on fresh greens salad, roast beef tenderloin and chicken francaise accompanied by duchess potatoes and stir fry vegetable medley. Creme brulee was seiVed for dessert on the beautifully decorated tables with pedestal arrangements of white spider mums and carnations with gold, purple and green ribbons. After dinner, Leonard and Lorraine Gonchar, Peter and Eleanor Bednar and Walter and Do­ lores Floryshak enjoyed a variety of mu­ sic for dancing by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Proceeds from the ball benefit schol­ arship funds for Wilkes University and the Kosciuszko Foundation. ers, an experimental and improvisation­ al theater group from Yale University. The Exit Players were born in the spring of 1984, introducing a new brand of theater to the Yale campus: improvi­ sational comedy. An Exit Players performance con­ sists of taking suggestions from the au­ dience and using them to create scenes and symphonies of social criticism. The audience and the actors become part of the spontaneous creation of theater. Among those attending were Clayton and Therese Karambelas, Mike and Sharon Hinchey — with children Westyn and Collyn — Phil and Rustie Blaum, and Ann and Bob Kerr. All enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the Grill Room at 6 p.m. followed by a special gourmet menu and the performance. The Sordoni Art Gallery at Wilkes Uni­ versity is hosting the exhibition “Sally On Thursday, Jan. 8, the Westmore' land Club presented the Yale Exit Play- ■ See SOCIAL, Page 5E ----------" ” Z dance floor in the TIMES LEADER'RICHARD SABATURA Stacia Feddock, left, and Andre and Jerl Jecen were among the guests at the Kosciuszko Ball. �o u S; 2 § d <d o W <Z) DQ Q w & ■u z £ w <d W c <D OQ «? 5 S' q • E <D § C/5 H < <D o*w <D r i CD S -2 * £ E *-> § £ o . o m ;o **• w « E E <5 -S Jd — a, d GJ N gj § "q E 3 p <D C G ID o s N 5 ■- J 2 * * o co CO E tuo .. C i O J £Q <D co * 2 1 5 2 u co a O o Q 1 ID P 2 c xE s: £ « <# j= P ~ N O <D 0 /5 = ■V^he Wilkes University Polish Room Committee sponsored the Kosciuszko Boll held Saturday, Jan. 4, in the grand ballroom of the Genetti Hotel and Convention Center, ■ Wilkes-Barre. Eva Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn, J.D., Ph.D., consul, Embassy of the Republic of Poland, Washington, D.C., was the honored guest and speaker at the event. Munnerlyn spoke about Tadeusz Kosciuszko, a son of liberty who left his home in Poland to lotos by: fight for the American Revolution. The ball was 1ENICHELL1 named in his honor. es Leader Inspired by the success of democracy in tographer America, Kosciuszko returned to Poland to con­ tinue what he saw was a just cause — freedom for all people. As a tribute to Kosciuszko, and to perpetuate his ideals in the two countries he served, the United States and Poland, the Kosciuszko Foundation was formed in 1925. The local club, known as the Wilkes University Polish Room Society, holds monthly dinner meetings. Membership is open to Americans of Polish ancestry. For more information, call Jule Jule Znaniecki of Nanticoke, left, and Mark and Joann Brown of Mountaintop, stand near honored guest Ewa Salkiewicz-Munnerlyn, consul, Embassy of the Republic of Poland, Washington D.C., at the Kosciuszko Ball. Dolores Bennett of Plains Township and James Munnerlyn are shown at right. Znaniecki at 735-0272. 4 section e arv 31, Plains Township, xx—ziaa the �o r< hi Latv\ F j jeri and Andy laelene Olszewski, Luzerne -oman D°,or®s.B®"n w..n« attended the ’ !nn°L Re^t, K”°iu“ko Found �ycfnn ^70. 288-/620 zewski, Raelene Olszewski, Luzerne c, chairwoman Dolores Bennett, nd Cindy Vullo attended the Jeri and Andy Jecen on the dance floor in the Grand Ballroom of the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township, at the Kosciuszko Foundation’s ball. �BALL COMMITTEE V ■“ O A « N c § o <$ □ 3 C 3 Chairperson Ms. Dolores Bennett Co-Chairperson Ms. Carolyn Warren Honorary Chairman Mrs. Jule Znaniecki ^^COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Mrs. Raphael Kon Patrons Ms. Carolyn Warren 1 — c«? ™ $5 £■ « 5. ~ «2. < O o « So Mrs. Clement Sawicki § 3 O 2. g’ 0) = 5 < CD S. m « O £ m CT Reservations Mrs. James Feddock W -o GT “ 'ublicity Ms. Carolyn Warren ©so Ms. Dolores Bennett CD <_ « r> o S ” S’ OFFICERS ’sident ? President tKp <12? c g cd o “ § Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Raphael Kon rt- 00 « Mrs. Chester Zimolzak 'surer Mrs. Jule Wnorowski ncial Secretary v> ©2.0 o « retary Ms. Carolyn Warren ene Baut rs. Edward Deets uto Bus a and Francis Kopemik i Brothers, Inc. )LDEN BENEFACTORS I□o o -££« Mrs. Andrew Jecen Invitations ECIAL BENEFACTORS £ fi CD CD s. John S. Biemacki ye Associates man & Mrs. Paul E. Kanjorski t Envelope Company s. Frank C. Olshemski R. Urbanski ;ster Zimolzak [LVER BENEFACTORS lores Bennett rs. John Broda t Boyer na Craythrone Native George Hasay rs\Frank Kukish rs. Frank Kwiatkowski rs. Joseph Piszczek merican Cbqgress of NE PA via Skuzinksh alyn Warren e Znaniecki . �/ ff7 The Times Leader d Old age merely a state of mind? Josephine and Stanley Burakiewicz take a spin around the dance floor at the Kosciuszko Founda­ tion’s ball in the Grand Ballroom of the Woodlands Inn & Resort. People „ _, SECTION E Sunday, January 31, 1999 From left, Luzerne County District Attorney Peter Paul Olszewski, Raelene Olszewski, Luzerne County Register of Wills Dorothy Stankovic, John Stankovic, chairwoman Dolores Bennett, Luzerne County Assistant District Attorney Joseph Vullo and Cindy Vullo attended the Kosciuszko Foundation’s ball on Saturday. Jeri and Andy Jecen on the dance floor in the Grand Ballroom of the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township, at the Kosciuszko Foundation’s ball. —i '■ 3 -" - SE i »WOS» S1881 ■? - a M is �SIDE I'iuies Leader Old age merely a state r of mind? Josephine and Stanley Burakiewicz take a spin around the dance floor at the Kosciuszko Founda­ tion’s ball in the Grand Ballroom of the Woodlands Inn & Resort. I _____ People Oi From left, Luzerne County District Attorney Peter Paul Olszewski, Raelene Olszewski, Luzerne County Register of Wills Dorothy Stankovic, John Stankovic, chairwoman Dolores Bennett Luzerne County Assistant District Attorney Joseph Vullo and Cindy Vullo attended the ’ Kosciuszko Foundation’s ball on Saturday. 5 < e ___ •§_ co a 6 £ S 3 SECTION E Sunday, January 31,1999 G r*____ Jeri and Andy Jecen on the dance floor in the Grand Ballroom of the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township, at the Kosciuszko Foundation’s ball. �""™WS ball on S?t‘urta7 J°SePh VUl'<’ Ci"dy Vuii"’ —aiiu wnay Jecen on the dance floor in the Grand Ballroom of the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township, at the Kosciuszko Foundation’; ball. -'■'7 Terry and Joe Burgess were two of the 100 people who attended the Kosciuszko Foundation’s ball on Saturday at the Woodlands Inn & Resort. Glittery events enliven winter 48th annual Kosciuszko Ball sets grand tone leney (center), chairwoman of the Make-A-Wish ' • Crystal Ball, is shown with Seth Zimolzak, 18, con and Nicole Einhorn, 19, of Jermyn, at ev«nt on Saturday. f°r ^u' Times Leader by Jim Juka The month of January comes to a close to­ day. Good riddance, as far as I’m concerned. The days are getting longer and brighter al­ ready! To all our friends in Naples, West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale who miss the Northeastern Pennsylvania weather, I’ve got a snowball in the freezer for you! Speaking of hot, sunny Florida, the National Football League closes its season today as well, Tonight’s Super Bowl has the Denver Broncos squaring off against the Atlanta Falcons in Pro Player Stadium in Miami. Get out the chili, subs, nachos, guacamole, salsa and all your fa­ vorite party foods. I’ll be stopping in at the Wyoming Valley Country Club to check out its If you’d like to include your event in next week's social scene, drop me a line or fax at the addresses at the end of the column. This past week hosted three formal winter balls on the agenda, and all were successful. We’ll start with the 48th annual Wilkes University Polish Room Committee Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, which was held on Sat­ urday, Jan. 23. The Grand Ballroom at the Woodlands Inn & Resort was the set­ ting, and a crowd of 100 was in attendance. Chairwoman Dolores Bennett, co-chair­ woman Carolyn Warren and SOCIAL honorary chairwoman Jule SCENE Znaniecki sparkled in glit­ tering gowns, greeting those entering the winter wonderland-themed, black­ tie event. The evening began with Jan and Raphael Sawicki and Stacia Feddock enjoying cocktails and buttered hors d’oeuvres of chicken francaise, Swedish meatballs, stuffed mushrooms and mini potato pancakes. Dancers took to the floor during the cocktail hour, and the George Tarasek Orchestra provided tunes for tangos andBennett two-stepping. welcomed those gathered and intro­ duced special guests District Attorney Peter Paul Olszewski and his wife, Raelene Olszews­ ki, AssistantDistrict Attorney Joe Vullo and his wife, Cindy, and Register of Wills Dottie Stankovic and her husband, John. Tables were decorated with white linens and accented with pedestal centerpieces of white spray carnations with silver balls and stream­ ers. A lovely dinner was served, featuring chick­ en marsala and prime rib with a chocolate sauce-covered cheesecake for dessert, followed by more dancing into the evening. The.c°“ ' tee looks forward and is already P1™™* ne year’s ball! Proceeds from the ball be^n scholarship funds for Wilkes Umvermfy and the Kosciuszko Foundation. Pacie 2E �rvunaaxion Mean. Terry and Joe Burgess were two of the 100 people who attended the Kosciuszko Foundation’s ball on Saturday at the Woodlands Inn & Resort. Onttery events 48th annual Kosciuszko Ball sets grand tone Found !mmeney (center), chairwoman of the Make-A-Wish of Hunt'01? s Crystal Ball, is shown with Seth Zimolzak, 18, the ann? , n and Nicole Einhorn, 19, of Jermyn, at nua’ Benton Saturday. 1 'hotosfor The Times Leader by Jim Juka The month of January comes to a close to­ day. Good riddance, as far as I’m concerned. The days are getting longer and brighter al­ ready! To all our friends in Naples, West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale who miss the Northeastern Pennsylvania weather, I’ve got a snowball in the freezer for you! Speaking of hot, sunny Florida, the National Football League closes its season today as well. Tonight’s Super Bowl has the Denver Broncos squaring off against the Atlanta Falcons in Pro Player Stadium in Miami. Get out the chili, subs, nachos, guacamole, salsa and all your fa­ vorite party foods. I’ll be stopping in at the Wyoming Valley Country Club to check out its Super Bowl party. ven winter If you’d like to include your event in next week’s social scene, drop me a line or fax at the addresses at the end of the column. This past week hosted three formal winter balls on the agenda, and all were successful. We’ll start with the 48th annual Wilkes University Polish Room Committee Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, which was held on Sat­ urday, Jan. 23. The Grand Ballroom at the Woodlands Inn & Resort was the set­ ting, and a crowd of 100 was in attendance. Chairwoman Dolores Bennett, co-chair­ woman Carolyn Warren and SOCIAL honorary chairwoman Jule SCENE Znaniecki sparkled in glit­ tering gowns, greeting those tering the winter wonderland-themed, black. event. ° The evening began with Jan and Raphael Kon Andrew and Jeri Jecen, Cele and Clement anrtlCl?, “1 Fe‘W°d‘ ««» and butlered hors d’oeuvres of chicken francaise, Swedish meatballs, stuffed mushrooms and mini potato pancakes. Dancers took to the floor during the cocktail hour, and the George Tarasek Orchestra provided tunes for tangos andBennett two-stepping. welcomed those gathered and intro­ duced special guests District Attorney Peter Paul Olszewski and his wife, Raelene Olszews­ ki, Assistant District Attorney Joe Vullo and his wife, Cindy, and Register of Wills Dottie Stankovic and her husband, John. Tables were decorated with white linens and accented with pedestal centerpieces of white spray carnations with silver balls and stream­ ers. A lovely dinner was served, featuring chick­ en marsala and prime rib with a cho^)1^ . sauce-covered cheesecake for desse ' ° by more dancing into the evening, e tee looks forward and is neX1 vear’s ball' Proceeds from the ball bene XtoHp hnds tor Wiikes Univers^aod the Kosciuszko Foundation. g See SOCIAL, Page 2£ �c c 15TH / — The plans f gathers coincidf This Kosciui Resort. the Get Pictc ball ch; Tarase Citizens' Voice/Lisa Napersky Kosciuszko Foundation Ball held at the Woodlands The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, held Saturday at Officers of the Polish Room Committee are the Woodlands Inn and Resort, celebrated the 49th anniversary of the Wilkes University Polish Room Clement Sawicki, president; Raphael Kon, vice pres­ Committee. The George Tarasek Orchestra provided ident; Chester Zimolzak, secretary; Jule Wnorowski, treasurer, and Carolyn Warren, financial secretary. the music. From left are Bernie Novakoski, Josephine Members of the Ball Committee included Dolores Bennett, chairperson; Carolyn Warren, co-chairper­ Carpisassi, Joseph Nareski, Anna Sandt, Margaret Rokosz, Leo Rokosz, Dolores Bennett, Bernadine son and Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson. Tarasek and Al Yanovich. c <D N C/3 o Q N <u aS GO PQ 22 o £ £ £ CE c (D <D <D C o <u < U <D O e N C/5 o g£ O o Q C/5 E aS co <D £ Pi 0 <9 o CO o -a £2 £ co o c <D U a �I r f. ci * 15TH ANNUAL KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDAT — The Wilkes University Polish Room Co plans for the Golden Anniversary Ball. Tht gathered together to send out invitations f( coincidentally is also the Millennium Ball. This event, which honors our Polish Ame Kosciuszko, will be held Jan. 15, 2000 at Resort. Music for listening and dancing pleasi the George Tarasek Orchestra. Pictured above are Dolly Kubasko, invitati ball chairperson; Jeri Jecen, chairperson, invi Tarasek, invitations. o O . Forty-Ninth Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Saturday, January 23,1999 Room imittee held a Garden Sunday Sept. 12. Mem1 a tour of the grounds. toincidentally the 50th ilkes University Polish fican hero Thaddeus i Jan. 15, at The Woody The George Tarasek Orchestra. lounced at a future date. ion, patrons; Carolyn Warren, co-chair­ b 1 u».. hairperson; Ceil Sawicki, president and person; Dolors reservations; Jule Zna^ ki, honorary chairperson. ■ / • -................ •....................... - - �SPECIAL BENEFACTORS BALL COMMITTEE Chairperson Ms. Dolores Bennett Co-Chairperson Ms. Carolyn Warren Honorary Chairman . Mrs. Jule Znaniecki COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Patrons FORTY-NINTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WILKES UNIVERSITY POLISH ROOM COMMITTEE Mrs. Raphael Kon Ms. Carolyn Warren Invitations .... Mrs. Andrew Jecen Mrs. Clement Sawicki Reservations .. Mrs. James Feddock Publicity ..Ms. Carolyn Warren Ms. Dolores Bennett KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION BALL Vice President . Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Raphael Kon Secretary Mrs. Chester Zimolzak Treasurer .. Mrs. Jule Wnorowski Financial Secretary Ms. Carolyn Warren GOLDEN BENEFACTORS Dr. & Mrs. John S. Biemacki Eye Associates Congressman & Mrs. Paul E. Kanjorski Northeast Envelope Company Dr. & Mrs. Frank C. Olshemski Dr. Carl R. Urbanski Mrs. Chester Zimolzak SILVER BENEFACTORS SATURDAY JANUARY 23, 1999 OFFICERS <3 President Mrs. Eugene Baut Mr. & Mrs. Edward Deets Auto Bus Drs. Lidia and Francis Kopemik Kaminski Brothers, Inc. THE WOODLANDS INN AND RESORT WILKES-BARRE, PA Music By The George Tarasek Orchestra Miss Dolores Bennett Mr. & Mrs. John Broda Ms. Janet Boyer Ms. Norma Craythrone Representative George Hasay Mr. & Mrs. Frank Kukish Mr. & Mrs. Frank Kwiatkowski Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Piszczek Polish American Congress of NE PA Mrs. Olivia Skuzinksi Ms. Carolyn Warren Mrs. Jule Znaniecki person” Dolores « c^person; Ceil Sawicki, president and reservations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson. ... �SPONSORS Dolores Battle Judge & Mrs. Bernard Brominski Mrs. Anita Conser Mr. & Mrs. D. Charles Davis Mr. & Mrs. Peter DeMuro Mrs. George Frank Mrs. James Feddock Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen Jean Jones Delphine Kaminski Mr. & Mrs. Raphael Kon Mrs. George Kovalich Mrs. Joseph Mros Mrs. Clement Maslow Mellon Bank Mrs. Regina Myefski Mrs. Anthony Piscotty Mrs. Helen Rees Mr. & Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Helen Tomporowski Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Urbanski Mrs. Helen Wilpizeski Mrs. Joseph Wilski Ms. Jule Wnorowski Mrs. Chester Zimolzak Ms. Josephine T. Zuba WILKES UNIVERSITY POLISH ROOM BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mrs. James Feddock Mrs. Raphael Kon Dr. Lidia Kopemik Mrs. Frank Kwiatkowski Mrs. Basia McCoy Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski Mrs. Stanley Urbanski Ms. Carolyn Warren Mrs. Joseph Wnorowski Mrs. Chester Zimolzak Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki ACKNOWLEDGMENT The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Committee wishes to thank all those who helped to make this ball a success. Our apologies to those whose names were omitted due to the printer’s deadline. Forty-Ninth Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Saturday, January 23, 1999 Room committee nunuiuig Kosciuszko. This year’s event will be held on Saturday Jan. 15, at The Wood­ lands Innwill andbe Resort. Music provided by The George Tarasek Orchestra. Further plans will be announced at a future date. From the left are Janet Kon, patrons; Carolyn Warren, co-chair person; Dolores Bennett, chairperson; Ceil Sawicki, president and reservations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson. r. tv * .• r z r r r jr j r.*. r.* r �i C.X L< rx 15TH ANNUAL KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION BALL PLANNED — The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee has finalized plans for the Golden Anniversary Ball. The invitation committee gathered together to send out invitations for the gala ball which coincidentally is also the Millennium Ball. This event, which honors our Polish American hero, Thaddeus Kosciuszko, will be held Jan. 15, 2000 at the Woodlands Inn & Resort. Music for listening and dancing pleasure will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Pictured above are Dolly Kubasko, invitations; Dolores Bennett, ball chairperson; Jeri Jecen, chairperson, invitations and Bernadine Tarasek, invitations. Wilkes University Polish Room conducts garden party 1 The Wilkes University Polish Room committee held a Garden Party at the Kirby House in Glen Summit on Sunday Sept. 12. Mem­ bers and their guests enjoyed a luncheon and a tour of the grounds. This year marks the millennium and coincidentally the 50th annual Kosciuszko Ball sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room committee honoring Polish American hero Thaddeus Kosciuszko. This year’s event will be held on Saturday Jan. 15, at The Wood­ lands Inn and Resort. Music will be provided by The George Tarasek Orchestra. Further plans will be announced at a future date. From the left are Janet Kon, patrons; Carolyn Warren, co-chair­ person; Dolores Bennett, chairperson; Ceil Sawicki, president and reservations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson. �PEOPLE TheGsorqe TarsMk Orchestra •ntsrtalns the crowd at the annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands Inn fc Resort. A return to tradition Kosciuszko Foundation Ball celebrates Polish history and culture 7.L SANDRA SKIES LUDWIG OUT AND ABOUT baby, ITS COLD outside! I hope the January blues haven't gotIcn you down. Soon it will be Fcbruary and time for Valentine's Day, and after that, spring fa just around the comer. There aren't too many events hap­ pening in mid-January. One party I at­ tended. however, was the annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, sponsored by the Wilkes Univrruiy Polish Room Committee- which look place Jan. 15 in die Empire Bdlrocm at the Woodlands Inn 81 Resort. Plains Township. Ap­ proximately 160 people attended. Thia year's event was the 50th an­ niversary ball held in honor of Thaddeus Kosciuszko. Kosciuszko was a Polish-bom military engineer who served the American Army during the American Revolution. Some of his con­ tributions include the fortifications at Saratoga and West Point. The Kosciuszko Foundation. found­ er! in 1925, works to promote educa­ tional and cultural relations between the United States and Poland, and to increase American understanding of Polish history and culture. Proceeds from the Kosciuszko Ball provide scholarships to worthy students of Pol­ ish background who attend Wilkes Uni­ versity. Additionally, die Polish Room Committee provides money for schol­ arships and sponsors exchange stu­ dents from Poland. Tables were decorated with center­ pieces of while lilies, red long­ stemmed roses, silver netting and rib­ bons. greenery and silver ornaments. Music for Hie ball was provided by George Tarasek Orchestra, which per­ formed cuch perennial favorites as "Just One More Chance.* "Spanish Eyes” and “When J Fall in Love." After cocktails and dinner, a traditional Pol­ ish dance, the Polonaise, was per­ formed by foundation members and their guests. This year marked the first time In several that the Polonaise was performed at the dance. iMRWl V Uy IjMuS \ Z J rap- A I n_|| L=L^=S=!J An honor bestowed Another highlight of the evening was the honoring of Kosciuszko Foun­ dation charter member Julie Znaniecki, who was presented a dozen roses. She liaa been a member (or 50 years. Those in attendance included ball ciairwoman Dolores Bennett, co-chairwoman Carolyn Warren, committee chairwomen Jeri Jecen. Janet Kon and See TRADITION, Pmh 2E JACK CHAREST THOUGHTS FOR GROWN-UPS 2000 wish: A fix for broken brains THE COMING of the year 2000 has unleashed a torrent of specu­ lation by the me­ dia. What’s comfag up next? What wonders (or horrors) will the next millen­ nium produce? Il’s been fun reading. Just about everyone professionally involved with pen cil and paper, or some kind of typewriter, tries his hand at fore­ casting lhe major actions or their major wishes for the upcoming thousand year*. Lenune try my hand. How about if the really bright guys of the next thousand yean try to develop a troth machine? Some little device we could all carry in our pockets that would whistle or toot, fa some way, when someone tells you a lie Think about it. It's a very signifi­ cant and tar-reaching possibility. Here's another one Talking to our pets, preferably fa English. What a thrill. We would possibly learn more from them than we learned from the first through 12th grade. Or may I suggest our future smart guys work on a way to get lhe fruits and vegetables we have la the market year round to taste exactly like the freshpicked stuff. The blq one Above. Joe Cull and Ann Maria Alampl were two ol approximately 160 people who attended the 50th anniversary ball held Jan. 15 In honor of Thaddeus Kosciuszko. At loft, members of the Kosciuszko Foundation perform the Polonaise, a traditional Polish dance, at the bad, held at the Woodlands inn & Resort. Plains Township. Let’s get serious. The man or woman who can develop the fol­ towfag will get my vote as the greatest man or woman of all lhe millennia. The person who can show us how to fix the human brain. When a court judge proclaims some criminal has a brokenbrain, the criminal does not go to some kind ofJail- Noris he scheduled for execution. He/ahe fa fixed, just like everything else that can be fixed fa fixed. What we need now is some di­ vinity-directed man or woman to figure out how to do it. It would be nice if someone could figure out how we could live... happily... forever, but maybe we should settle for a brain garage fa every municipali­ ty fa the world. Seems like that would be enough. But. you know, at the rate we're going, it would not surprise me if tire year 3000 would see Use seemingly impossible items list­ ed above, fully achieved and even more. Our prayers should be for a safe world fa which it all can happen. Jack Charest's "Thoughts for Grown-Ups" appears Sundays In the Times Leader. �g:A- Page 6 - The Sunday Dispatch, January 14, 2001 Photo Al They could’ve danced all night he Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosted the 51st annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball last Saturday at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township and many Greater Pittston residents were on the guest list. The George Tarasek Orchestra played the Polish national anthem (“Jeszcze Polska Nie Zginela”) before dinner, with Joe “Blaze” Blazejewski on vocals. The Kosciuszko Foundation, founded 150 years after Thaddeus Kosciuszko enlist­ ed in the American Army in 1775, works to promote educational and cultural rela­ tions between the United States and Poland and increase American understanding of Polish culture and history. The Polish Room Committee also provides money for scholarships and sponsors Polish exchange students. The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball committee for 2001 included Ceil Sawicki, pres­ ident, Polish Room Committee; Bernadine Tarasek, reservations; Jeri Jecen, cochairperson; Dolly Kubasko, chairperson; Dolores Bennett, publicity; Rose Fritzen, patrons; and Jule Znaniecki, honorary chair. The event raised $1,000 which was sent to the Kosciuszko Foundation in New York City to benefit the scholarship fund. T Photos by John Kasko abused of k S. Suprer L- Lawyers for a In-ager accused of r said they plan to [upreme Court to evidence from the :he appeal, York it Judge John C. jay he could not 11 of Zachary Wit- < .rged with brutally ;-year-old brother, 1, to death at their ome. Zachary Wit- < under house arrest ■™™^^"Mnan was found Louise and Bled “ 1 Oct. 2,1998. At the parent was home. ■Amelia Witman, was ■fcryland and their Wvitman, was on his ■Chicago. Court appeal is not r^QIMhat must be settled can begin. ArguS^WE&Qnge of venue must 7 /y J. Nardone ary 5,2001 Jardone, 79, of South tji Wilkes-Barre, died hei paster. will officiate,. are publisl �ComfflWy _—--- ----- 1L_ Photo Album They could’ve danced all niglhit he Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosted the 51st annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball last Saturday at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township and many Greater Pittston residents were on the guest list. The George Tarasek Orchestra played the Polish national anthem (“Jeszcze Polska Nie Zginela”) before dinner, with Joe “Blaze” Blazejewski on vocals. The Kosciuszko Foundation, founded 150 years after Thaddeus Kosciuszko enlist­ ed in the American Army in 1775, works to promote educational and cultural rela­ tions between the United States and Poland and increase American understanding of Polish culture and history. The Polish Room Committee also provides money for scholarships and sponsors Polish exchange students. The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball committee for 2001 included Ceil Sawicki, pres­ ident, Polish Room Committee; Bernadine Tarasek, reservations; Jeri Jecen, cochairperson; Dolly Kubasko, chairperson; Dolores Bennett, publicity; Rose Fritzen, patrons; and Jule Znaniecki, honorary chair. The event raised $1,000 which was sent to the Kosciuszko Foundation in New °rk' City to benefit the scholarship fund. T Photos by John Kasko Louise and Bernie Chernetski enjoy each others company. Zoo/ �m ommitlce hosted the 5 I st ip and »,.»B;‘11 Iast Saturday at the Woodlands Inn \ . , <Orge Tarasek Orchest ' Grea‘er Pittston residents were on 8 polska '::i’ela") before d ,, pI«yed ‘he Polish national anthem ( Jeszcze 1 be Koseius/ko P? ' W1,h Joc “Blaze" Blazejewski on v°cals. enlistcd in ‘He F?Undat,°n- founded 150 years after Thaddeus Kosciuszk^ ‘ions between ?a i Ainiy in 1775. works to promote educational erslanding of Polish e h hC United States and Poland and increase American understan seh\1 ? 6 and histo^ The Polish Room Committee also provides money s aiships and sponsors Polish exchange students. .. cqW;cki, presle Kosciuszko Foundation Ball committee for 2001 included e co_ tdent. Polish Room Committee; Bernadine Tarasek. reservations; Jen ’pritzen, chairperson; Dolly Kubasko, chairperson; Dolores Bennett, publicity, patrons; and Jule Znaniecki, honorary chair. . • New The event raised $1,000 which was sent to the Kosciuszko Foundation i York City to benefit the scholarship fund. Louise Photos by John Kasko ‘ernefSkl eni°y each others company. George Tarasek and his orchestra provided the enter­ tainment for the night. Dr, Jan Olenginski, Carolee Medico Olenginski, and Doi their table before dinner. Arlene and Frank Norton dance beautifully together the entire night. Rose Carlin and Ed Carlin, Stella Horchos and Ben Telipski, Rose and S 1 Dolly Kubasko welcomes everyone to the ball. — arn Ostopic^ Josephine Kline and Donald Emerick enjoy a dance togetj '^iooris l’USy’ as it was throughout the evening. The dance fl �tops and isb Room foinm*1^ . ,|so provides nionQ . Ceil Sawicki. PreS ' mice. hemadine Tarasek. r • publicity. ** vahasko. chairperson; haiiperson; Dolores Dolores Bennett- P aniceki, honorary chair. . ,cZi-o foundation t l.(Xk) u hich was sent to the Koscr he scholarship fund. Louise Photos by John Kasko eniove^oth6tsc __ OrnPany George Tarasek and his orchestra provided the enter­ tainment for the night. Dr. Jan Olenginski, Carolee Medico Olenginski, and Dorothy Tarasek at their table before dinner. m dance beautifully together the entire night. ___________________ ----------- Dolly Kubasko welcomes everyone to the ball. Tin, Stella Horchos and Ben Telipski, Rose and Sam Ost Th dance fl°°r 15 ’ as 1■ - Josephine Kline and Donald Emerick enjoy a dance together at the ball. Was throughout the evening. �would’ve iced ight >mmittee hosted the 51st annual •day at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, tston residents were on the guest list. lish national anthem (“Jeszcze Polska ” Blazejewski on vocals. /ears after Thaddeus Kosciuszko enlistiromote educational and cultural rela­ nd increase American understanding of Committee also provides money for idents. : for 2001 included Ceil Sawicki, pres-asek, reservations; Jeri Jecen, coores Bennett, publicity; Rose Fritzen, ■w * tie Kosciuszko Foundation in New <hn Kasko Louise and Berni© Ch . ■ efsk'enjoy each others company. \ v ■ tainment for the night"3 °rChestra Provided the enter- Dr. Jan Olenginski, Carolee Medico Olenginski, and Dorothy Tarasek at their table before dinner. —— v. J itire night. Do"yKd>>askowel00nleseveryonetoihe ball. Josephine Kline and Donald Emerick enjoy a dance together at the ball. mual . 2010. Deputy sident, -lub of -lub of in Club �aorary Sent of accused of k Wilkes Polish tarn Committee makes plans for Kosciuszko BalM^*/ Florei amesbj lobert 5 lewporj a Med| 'Jew Jef (AP) — Lawyers for a The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee recently held a dinner meeting at the Wyoming Valley Country Club. Plans were dicussed for the annual Kosciuszko Ball to be held Jan. 6, 2001, at the Woodlands Inn and Resort. Music will be provided at the George Tarasek Orchestra. Members of the planning com­ mittee are, from the left: Dolores Bennett, publicity; Jeri Jecen, cochairperson; Dolly Kubasko, chair­ person; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson; Bernadine Tarasek, reservations, and Rose Fritzen, patrons. Cele Sawicki is president. 'Janticc Villian Coomb; Public I Mrs. he fon '.tore, 1 our yJ Jewpcj ildenl des Cl Herl son, brotht Arthu in de; SurVlvQ^ . Martin, wjP_______ nine granuciuiuicu, ra great,Jr.; sisters, Dorothy Howell, Mary grandchildren; nieces Filipowich, Beatrice Gross and nephews. The funeral will be held Wednes­ Flora Yale, preceded her in death. Surviving are daughter, Beatday at 11 from the Davis-Dinelli A. Robert Frey Funeral Home, 170 E. Broad St., Rev. Barbara January 6,2001 TTrav c;R nf is brother said they plan to ■ U.S. Supreme Court to certain evidence from the Rse of the appeal, York "President Judge John C. naid Friday he could not e the trial of Zachary Witho is charged with brutally g his 13-year-old brother, j Witman, to death at their leedom home. Zachary Witfew 17, is under house arrest Is trial. lory Witman was found [decapitated in the family’s L room on Oct. 2,1998. At the [neither parent was home. mother, Amelia Witman, was rk in Maryland and their , Ronald Witman, was on his ack from Chicago. Supreme Court appeal is not ly issue that must be settled a trial can begin. Arguon a change of venue must Thomas J. Nardone He was born m wiiKes^Dane, son of the late William and Han­ January 5,2001 nah Harkins Phillips and attended Thomas J. Nardone, 79, of South GAR Memorial High School. Grant Street, Wilkes-Barre, died Mr. Phillips was a member of Friday at home. Sacred Heart/St. John’s Parish He was born — Community. North Wilkps-Rnrrp �Kos Flo The Room 51st K< arship the WWilkesDinnt with co< and dim Danci to the G< For r< lion, cal 655-0760. tion is t organizat education descent in Member mittee art Bernadine Mrs. Jeri Mrs. Dolly Mrs. Dolor Mrs. Rose F Kosciuszko Ball will be held on Jan. 6^ Mrs. Jule Znaniecki is honorary > The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will sponsor the chairperson. k 11 Mrs. Ceil Sawicki is president of |U L* 51st Kosciuszko Foundation Schol­ ’ p Polish Pnom Cnmmitfpp Room arship Ball on Saturday, Jan. 6, at the ...Committee. ------------tere the Woodlands Inn and Resort, ----- WHeen-ager accuse Wilkes-Barre. is brother said they pl? Dinner and dancing is planned 1 U.S. Supreme Cou; 'lew Je with cocktails beginning at 5 p.m. She ertain evidence from and dinner at 6. 'tantic Dancing will be from 7 to 11 p.m. Villia se of the appeal, to the George Tarasek Orchestra. doom President Judge JoL For reservations and informa ­ Public id Friday he could tion, call Mrs. Dolly Kubasko at Mrs. the trial of Zachary 655-0760. The Kosciuszko Founda ­ he fo io is charged with br ■ tion is the oldest grant giving tore, his 13-year-old bro organization dedicated to higher our y Witman, to death at education for Americans of Polish lew. om home. Zachai A descent in the U.S. .Men w 17, is under house ? jst Members of the planning com ­ les C trial. mittee are, from the left: Mrs. Her ry Witman was s i Bernadine Tarasek, reservations; id (1 decapitated in the fan Mrs. Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson; room on Oct. 2,1998. .' Mrs. Dolly Kubasko, chairperson; son it her parent was I Mrs. Dolores Bennett, publicity other. Amelia Witma; Mrs. Rose Fritzen, patrons. in Maryland and Hr Ronald Witman, was < lis Mart from Chicago. in de; J ] Supreme Court appeal is not Surflvt y issue that must be settled a trial can begin. Argunine granucimujvu, ij# gieav* •"w^TjoKiT > on a change of venue must grandchildren; nieces and Jr.; sisters, Dorothy Howell, Mary He was born m wures-Daue, Thomas J. Nardone nephews. Filipowich, Beatrice Gross and son of the late w»m»w» —J »»-The funeral will be held w<u— fu— Flore a mesh lobert �Karen McCloud of Shavertown rocks around th Woodlands Inn & Resort. s Roscius; keeps a' e was a Revolutionary War hero who wasn’t even American, and his efforts as a military engineer helped win freedom for the United States. For more than 50 years, Polishborn Thaddeus Kosciuszko has been remembered in the Wyoming Valley at his namesake ball. The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosts the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball to raise scholar­ ship money for students of Polish background attending Wilkes. The . u }uap -s pu -nba 9! 51st annual e\ at the Wood] Plains Towns 180 enjoyed < dancing in tJ pire and'Mar were combii and decorat the official ci The Georj played the P (“Jeszcze Pc fore dinner,’ jewski on i Tarasek and Ji eton DAY, JANUARY 14, 2001 ''9h �TIMES LEADER STAFF PHOTO/FRED ADAMS Karen McCloud of Shavertown rocks around the clock with Joseph Kull of Kingston at the annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball at the Woodlands Inn & Resort. Kosciuszko Ball keeps alive an old connection e was a Revolutionary War 51st annual event took place Jan. 6 hero who wasn’t even at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, American, and his efforts Plains Township. Approximately as a military engineer helped win freedom for the 180 enjoyed cocktails, dinner and dancing in the Presidential, Em­ United States. For more than 50 years, Polish- pire and Marco Polo rooms, which born Thaddeus Kosciuszko has were combined for the occasion been remembered in the Wyoming and decorated in red and white, Valley at his namesake ball. The the official colors of Poland. The George Tarasek Orchestra Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosts the Kosciuszko played the Polish national anthem Foundation Ball to raise scholar­ (“Jeszcze Polska Nie Zginela”) be­ ship money for students of Polish fore dinner, with Joe “Blaze” Blazebackground attending Wilkes. The jewski on vocals. After dinner, Tarasek and his band kept toes tap­ H ping and feet flying on the dance floor. The Kosciuszko Foundation, founded 150 years after Thaddeus Kosciuszko enlisted in the Ameri­ can Army in 1775, works to pro­ mote educational and cultural re­ lations between the United States and Poland and increase American understanding of Polish culture and histoiy. Under the auspices of the foun­ dation, the Polish Room Commit­ tee also provides money for schol­ arships and sponsors Polish ex­ change students. The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball committee for 2001 included Ceil Sawicki, president, Polish Room Committee; Bernadine Tarasek, reservations; Jeri Jecen, co-chair­ person; Dolly Kubasko, chairper, son; Dolores Bennett, publicitj Rose Fritzen, patrons; and Jul Znaniecki, honorary chair. Bennett said $1,000 was sent^ the Kosciuszko Foundation in N ™ York City to benefit the scholW ship fund. —Sandra Skies Lud ��GOLDEN BENEFACTORS Kaminski Brothers Fifty-First Anniversary Tara Men’s Clothing Wilkes University Geoige Thrazck, Prop. WILKES UNIVERSITY POLISH ROOM POLISH ROOM SILVER BENEFACTORS KOSCIUSZKO Biernaeki Eye Associates Kniffen-O’Malley Funeral Home Foundation Ball Mr. Jerome Kolcnda Cong, and Mrs. Paul C. Kanjorski Saturday, January 6, 2001 BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPONSORS Mrs. James Feddock First Heritage Bank Ms. Dolores Bennett Ms. Norma Craythorne THE WOODLANDS INN & RESORT Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Mrs. Florence Frank 5:00 P.M. Dr. Lidia Kopernik Music By The George Tarasek Orchestra Mrs. Frank Kwiatkowski Rep. George C. Hassay Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Mrs. Raphael Kon Mrs. George Kovalich Mrs. Regina P. Myefski Piszczek Funeral Home Rep. John Yudichak Mrs. Julie Znaniecki Mrs. Dolores Thicrwechter Mrs. Basia McCoy Mrs. Regina Myefski Decorations Mrs. Clement Sawicki Ms. Marilyn Sobi Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski Florist Mr. Stanley Olszewski PATRONS Mr. Joseph (Blaze) Blazewjcwski Ms. Carolyn Warren Mrs. Julie Wnorowski Florence K. Frank Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Fritzen Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Jecen Mrs. Chester Zimolzak BALL COMMITTEE Mr. and Mrs. Raphael Kon Chairperson George and Celia Kovalich Co-Chairperson Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kudish Honorary Chairperson Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki . Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Julie Znaniecki Dr. Jan and Carolec Olenginski Mr. and Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Helen V Tomporski Ms. Genevieve Witkowski Mr. and Mrs. Edward Zemantauski Dr. Joseph A. Anistranski COMMITFEE CHAIRPERSONS Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Invitations Mrs. Bernadine Tirasek Reservations Patrons Publicity Ms. Dolores Bennett who helped to make this Ball a success. OFFICERS Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Swithers President Wanda Jarecki Vice President Carolyn Warren Secretary Mr. Thomas C. Schiavo Kosciuszko Foundation ball Committee wishes to thank all those Ms. Dolores Battle Mrs. Anita Conser The Mrs. Rose Fritzen Financial Secretary Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Raphael Kon Mrs. Jule Wnorowski Ms. Carolyn Warren An ethnic organisation dedicated to passing it’s traditions to our future generations. �Committee members of the 52nd annual Kosciuszko Ball are, from the left: Dolores Bennett, publicity; Bemadine Tarasek, invitations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary Polish Room plans Ko The Wilkes University Polish Room Commit­ tee announces that the 52nd annual Kosciuszkc Ball will be held Saturday, Jan. 5, at the Wood­ lands Inn and Resort. Invitations have been sent and final plans have been made. I //*f ' Polish Room Committee plans annual Kosciuszho Ball The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee held a luncheon meeting at the Wyoming Valley Country Club. Plans were discussed for the annual Kosciuszko Ball, which will be held Jan. 5,2002, at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. The ball is held in honor of Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a Polish Amer­ ican Revolutionary War hero. The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosts the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball to raise scholarship money for students of Polish background. Committee members are, seated, from left: Dolly Kubasko, chairperson; Cele Sawicki, president. Standing: Dolores Bennett, publicity; Bernadine Tarasek, invitations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairoerson; Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson; Rose Fritzen, patrons. �Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball set (or Jan. 5 The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee has announced the 52nd annual Kosciuszko Ball will be held Jan. 5 at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township. Cocktails will be served at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6. Invitations have been sent and final plans have been made. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra from 7 to 11 p.m. Proceeds from the ball are used for students of Polish descent to further their education. Committee members are, from left: Dolores Bennett, publicity; Bernadine Tarasek, invitations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson; Rose Fritzen, patrons; Dolly Kubasko, chair­ person; Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson; Cele Sawicki, president. p �WILKESAJNIVERSITY POLISH ROOM KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION BALL BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mrs. James Feddock Mrs. Florence Frank Wilkes University Mrs. Raphael Kon Polish Room Dr. Lidia Kopernik Mrs. George Kovalich Mrs. Frank Kwiatkowski Mrs. Basia McCoy Mrs. Regina Myefski Mrs. Clement Sawicki Mrs. Joseph Skuzinski Ms. Carolyn Warren The Woodlands Inn & Resort Mrs. Julie Wnorowski Route 315 Mrs. Chester Zimolzak WilkeS'Barre, Pennsylvania Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki V Saturday, January 5, 2002 The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Committee Wishes to thank all those who 5 P.M. helped to make this Ball a success. Music By: The George Tarasek Orchestra Decorations: An ethnic organization dedicated to passing it's traditions to our future generations. Florist Mr. Stanley Olszewski �BALL COMMITTEE SPECIAL BENEFACTORS KAMINSKI BROTHERS, INC. DR. and MRS. JAN OLENGINSKI JOSEPH L. WROBLEWSKI FUNERAL HOME Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Chairperson Mrs. Jeri Jecen CO-Chairperson Mrs. Jule Znaniecki Honorary Chairperson GOLDEN BENEFACTORS Harriet Baut Jerome and Carol Fabian, Tile Distributors of America Congressman and Mrs. Paul Kanjorski Tara Mens’ Clothing, Wilkes-Barre COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Invitations Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Mrs. Bemadine Tarasek Reservations Patrons SILVER BENEFACTORS Biernacki Eye Associates, Wilkes-Barre Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Breiseth Dr. Lidia Kopemick Mr. and Mrs. Paul O’Hop Dr. and Mrs. Frank Olshemski SPONSORS Mrs. Rose Fritzen Publicity Ms. Dolores Bennett OFFICERS President Mrs. Clement Sawicki Vice President Mrs. Raphael Kon Secretary Ms. Dolores Battle Financial Secretary Baut Studios, Inc., Swoyersville Ms. Carolyn Warren Regina Myefski Joseph and Viola Piszczek Dolores Bennett Norma K. Craythome Florence K. Frank Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Jecen Ruane-Regan Funeral Home, Avoca Jerome A. Kolenda Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Representative John Yudichak Mrs. Jule Znaniecki The Medicine Shoppe, Nanticoke Mrs. Josephine Zuba Carolyn Warren Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Yakscoe PATRONS Dr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Anistranski Mr. and Mrs. Clement Sawicki Local Recipients of the 2001 Scholarships Mr. Joseph (Blaze) Blazejewski Mr. Thomas Schiavo $1,000.00 Each Anita V. Conser Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Fritzen Mr. and Mrs. Raphael Kon Mr. and Mrs. George Kovalich Joseph and Renay Starinsky Eva Nasilowski Stephen and Janine Kubasko-Starinsky Mrs. Anthony Piscotty Genevieve Witkowski Bemadine Tarasek and Helen Tomporoski Kathryn Gowisnok �Kosciuszko Ball Saturday at Woodlands The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee is pleased to announce the 52nd annual Kosciuszko Ball to be held Saturday, Jan. 5, at the Woodlands Inn and Resort. Invitations have been sent and final plans have been made. Music for dancing and listening will be provided by The George Tarasek Orchestra. Proceeds from the ball are used to assist worthy students of Polish descent to further their education. Pictured, from left, committee members Dolores Bennett, publicity; Bernadine Tarasek, invi­ tations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson; Rose Fritzen, patrons; Dolly Kubasko, chairper­ son; Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson; and Cele Sawicki, president. \fELS 19. USA lesigner pa bupon or in hone orders �■0 „ .3 O ’jS £J O o< r. 3 "u a i u > o “ C .3 0 'C - ’ 0 u oj .« £ 3 3 C o .2 ”° ° U ' XI - O 2 C C 3 rt 3! u ^3 d Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball held The Wilkes University Polish Room held its 52nd Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Saturday night at the Woodlands Inn. Seated, from the left, are Dolly Kubasko, ball committee chairwoman, and Ceil Sawicki, Polish Room president; standing, Rose Fritzen, Jeff Fritzen, Bernadine Tavasek, Al Yanovich, Jule Znaniecki, Dolores Bennett, Clement Sawicki, Jeri Jecen and Andre Jecen. SPORTSHIHI^ IS45. 4.99 >0 MAIL-IN BATE E RICHARD Rd anodized jvARESET 0 Sale 54.99. CANNON CLASSIC TERRY TOWELS 100% cotton in solids and patterns. Bath-wash. Reg. S4-S10 Sale 1.99-2.99. usa s' and girls' denim and twill; men's and kids’ Designer Collections; all men’s designer pa t be used to purchase gift certificates or in conjunction with any other offer, coupon or in Specials/Early Blrds/Bonus Buys limited to stock on hand. Sorry, no mail or phone orders I accompanied by this ad. Sale prices effective through Saturday, Nov. 23. endings; sma ■ Stearns & Fc Polish Room Committee plans annual Kosciuszko Ball The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee held a luncheon meeting at the Wyoming Valley Country Club. Plans were discussed for the annual Kosciuszko Ball, which will be held Jan. 5,2002, at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. The ball is held in honor of Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a Polish Amer­ ican Revolutionary War hero. The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosts the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball to raise scholarship money for students of Polish background. Committee members are, seated, from left: Dolly ubasko, chairperson; Cele Sawicki, president. Standing: Dolores Bennett, ^SMcity; Bernadine Tarasek, invitations; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chair­ man; Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson; Rose Fritzen, patrons. i v i n g |l1AM-6PM, unless otherwise specified �5, 2003 ANNUAL KOSCIUSCZKO FOUNDATION BALL SCHEDULED ilkes University Polish Room Committee will host the 53rd Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, to be held Jan. 4 at The Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. The ball is held in honor of Thaddeus Kosciuszko, the Polish American hero. The committee contributes to the national and cultural activities of the Kosciuszko Foundation in New York and provides scholarships to students of Polish descent at Wilkes University. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Committee members are, first row from left: Dolly Kubasko, chairwoman; Rose Fritzen, patrons; Dolores Bennett, publicity; Cele Sawicki, president; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chair­ woman; Jeri Jecen, co-chair­ woman. Absent is Bemadine W �Tke Kosciuszko foundation Committee of the fasti 3faoom of ^itfaes University request tke pleasure ofyour company at tke SfafainuafSFCoscius^fao faBalT to be keld on Saturday Evening, tke fiftk of January dwo tkousand and two Cocktails and Hors D oeuvres at five o cloc Dinner at six o clock Tke Woodlands Inn and Resort Route 3 1 5 Wilkes-Barre. Pennsylvania Dancing and Open Bar seven to eleven o clock. formal Att �GREATER W I L K E S - B They could have danced ALL NIGHT I > Kosciuszko Foundation Ball raises funds for scholarships or more than half a cen­ tury, members of the Wilkes University Polish Room have gathered to remem­ ber a man, celebrate the new year and raise funds for stu­ dents. The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball is designed to raise schol­ F ■ arship money for students of Polish background attending 'Wilkes. The 52nd annual event was held Jan. 5 at the Woodlands Joe Blazejewski sings the polish national anthem - "Jeszcze Polska Nie Zginela" - before dinner Saturday. Inn & Resort, Plains Township. As usual, the George Tarasek Orchestra played the Polish na­ tional anthem (“Jeszcze Polska Nie Zginela”) before dinner, with Joe “Bla£e” Blazejewski on vocals. After dinner, the band kept tunes coming and guests danc­ ing. The Kosciuszko Foundation is named for Thaddeus Kosciuszko who enlisted in the American Army in 1775. Mem­ bers work to promote educa­ tional and cultural relations beand Poland and increase American understanding of Polish culture and history. The Polish Room Committee also sponsors Polish exchange students. Recipients of the 2001 schol­ arships are Eva Nasilowski and Kathryn Gowisnok. FOR TIMES LEADER. UMGAVENUS �IXIllxtlT Kosciuszko Foundation Ball raises funds for scholarships or more than half a cen­ on vocals. After dinner, the band kept tury, members of the Wilkes University Polish tunes coming and guests danc­ Room have gathered to remem­ ing. The Kosciuszko Foundation ber a man, celebrate the new year and raise funds for stu­ is named for Thaddeus F dents. The Kosciuszko Foundation BaU is designed to raise schol­ arship money for students of Polish background attending Kosciuszko who enlisted in the American Army in 1775. Mem­ bers work to promote educa­ tional and cultural relations be­ tween the United States and Poland and increase American The 52nd annual event was understanding of Polish culture held Jan. 5 at the Woodlands and history. Inn & Resort, Plains Township. The Polish Room Committee As usual, the George Tarasek also sponsors Polish exchange Orchestra played the Polish na­ students. tional anthem (“Jeszcze Polska Recipients of the 2001 schol­ Nie Zginela”) before dinner, arships are Eva Nasilowski and with Joe “Bla£e” Blazejewski Kathryn Gowisnok. Wilkes. Joe Blazejewski sings the polish national anthem - "Jeszcze Polska Nie Zginela" - before dinner Saturday. FOR TIMES LEADER JIM GAVENUS Members of the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball Committee, first row, from left, are: Dolly Kubasko and Ceil Sawicki. Second row: Jeffery and Rose Fritzen, Al Yanovich, Bernadine Tarasek, Joe Blazejewski, Juie Znaniecki, Dolores Bennett, Clement Sawicki and Jeri and Andre Jecen. PAGE 10 WEEK OF JANI �Lorraine and Joseph Zajac share a dance during the 52nd annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, which raises scholarship money for students of Polish background attending Wilkes University. HT iidatioiiBaU scholarships vocals. \fter dinner, the band kept les coming and guests danc- -he Koiciuszko Foundation named for Thaddeu ciuszko who enlisted m the Scan Army in 1775. Mem- work to promote educa.indcu/turzi! relations betKe. VSrAted. States and 4 and increase American standing of Polish culture istory. : Polish Room Committee ponsors Polish exchange its. Ipients of the 2001 schdls are Eva Nasilowski and m Gowisnok. Mu 5S LEADER tVENUS Dolly Kubasko, ball chairman, introduces the committee and gets a round of applause for herself. Jeri Jecen served as co-chair. Frank Westawski of the George Tarasek Orchestra performs during Saturday's ball at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township, Saturday. �Lorraine and Joseph Za)ac share a dance during the 52nd annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, which raises scholarship money for students of Polish background attending Wilkes University. oundation Ball or scholarships on vocals. After dinner, the band kept tunes coming and guests dancThe Kosciuszko Foundation is named for Th^de^ Kosciuszko who enlisted m the American Army hi 1775. Mem bers work to promote educa- lonaJ and cultural relations be- veen tKe United States and 'oland and increase American nderstanding of Polish culture nd history. The Polish Room Committee Iso sponsors Polish exchange udents. Recipients of the 2001 scholships are Eva Nasilowski and ithryn Gowisnok. mes leader gavenus Dolly Kubasko, ball chairman, introduces the committee and gets a round of applause for herself. Jeri Jecen served as co-chair. Frank Westawski of the George Tarasek Orchestra performs during Saturday's ball at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township, Saturday. ��ndation Ball SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2003 hea Committee membe are, from the left: C Kosciuszko Ball Committee planning annual scholarship gala The Kosciuszko Foundation'Ball committee, on behalf of the Polish Room of Wilkes University, met to begin plans for the celebration of the 54th Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship Ball. The ball is scheduled for Jan. 10 at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township. It is one of the most elegant and enjoyable events of the season. The evening begins with cocktails at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing from 6 to 11 p.m. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. For more information call Bernadine Tarasek, reservation chairwoman, at 824-8323; Dolly Kubasko at 655-0760; or any of the other committee members. Members of the Kosciuszko Ball Committee are, seated from left: Jule Znanecki, honorary chairwoman; Dolores Bennett, publicity. Standing: Kubasko, chairwoman; Jeri Jecen, co-chairwoman; Bernadine Tarasek, reservations; and Rose Fritizen, patrons/sponsors. Absent is Ceil Sawicki, president of the Polish Room committee. — Kosciuszko Foundation holds 53r �Kosciuszko Foundation holds 53r �ndation Ball LhStyu yer DANC Committee r are, from the Kosciuszko Foundation holds 53r(j I �.5, 2003 PEOPLE Kosciuszko Ball Committee planning annual scholarship gala The Kosciuszko Foundation Ball committee, on behalf of the Polish Room of Wilkes University, met to begin plans for the celebration of the 54th Annual Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship Ball. The ball is scheduled for Jan. 10 at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Plains Township. It is one of the most elegant and enjoyable events of the season. The evening begins with cocktails at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing from 6 to 11 p.m. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. For more information call Bernadine Tarasek, reservation chairwoman, at 824-8323; Dolly Kubasko at 655-0760; or any of the other committee members. Members of the Kosciuszko Ball Committee are, seated from left: Jule Znanecki, honorary chairwoman; Dolores Bennett, publicity. Standing: Kubasko, chairwoman; Jeri Jecen, co-chairwoman; Bernadine Tarasek, reservations; and Rose Fritizen, patrons/sponsors. Absent is Ceil Sawicki, president of the Polish Room committee. �Lflrivpr ch; ________ __________________ - -. ■, ~ J — A~™ii ndation Ball breSnu Sh ig 1 Y u J: b tl :danc p Committee members for the annual Kosciuszko Ball are, from the left: Dolly Kubasko, chairperson; Rose icki, president; Jule Znaniecki, honorary chairperson; Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson. Bemadine Tarasek is in Kosciuszko Foundation holds 53r �TIMES LEADER STAFF PHOTOS/PETE G. WILCOX Hand-in-hand, Stella and Benny Telipski of Moosic, at right, dance at the Koscluszko Ball held Saturday at the Woodlands Inn & Resort in Plains Township. Dancing for a cause — and a grand heritage By LAUREN ROTH lroth@leader.net PLAINS TWP. — The polka beat drew them from New Jersey. Joe and Ellen Kliminski were among a group of 14 to travel to the Woodlands Inn & Resort for the 53rd Kosciuszko Foundation Ball on Saturday night. The formal dinner and dance, sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room, drew about 200 people at $55 a head. It raises $2,000 for two scholarships given to local students of Polish descent who attend Wilkes. The nation­ al Kosciuszko Foundation gets another $1,000plus donation for national cultural, academic and artistic scholarships and exchange pro­ grams, said event chairwoman Dolly Kubasko. The 14 New Jersey Polka Maniacs know Kubasko from their respective traveling polka groups, the Kliminskis said, and learned of the event through her. They’ve only attended four of the annual balls because “we didn’t find out about it ‘til four'years ago,” Joe Kliminski said. “It’s very festive. A Polish tradition,” he said before step­ ping back to clap along to the George Tarasek Orchestra. The Regency Room and Grand Ballroom were decorated in the Polish national colors of red and white, including 4-foot-tall red and white carnation arrangements by Stanley Olszewski. The florist promised something even more awe-inspiring for the 55th ball in two years. At age 35, Ben Tielie Jr., a Pittston lawyer, was among the new generation of ball atten­ dees. After taking up last year’s invitation, he was encouraged to return with friends. “I grew up going to church bazaars, dancing the polka, with a Polish grandmother,” Tielie said. “Usually you don’t have a great opportu­ nity to come to something like this and dress up in a tuxedo. It’s more formal than other occasions where they usually have a DJ or a band. This is just polka.” This year the ball announced a special award to recognize Alfred Groh, a retired Wilkes University professor of English and theater who has been the Polish Room’s go-to man for half a century. He accepted his certificate wear­ ing a special cross and sash presented by Poland’s president for fostering relationships See DANCING, Page 11A �Page 1 of3 — ___ Life /Ffas TIMES I I would expect » coming from th all the CD’s ‘Who Stole Those persons attending this year's Polish Room Kosciuszko Ball which was held at the Wood­ lands Inn and Resort, from the left are: Andrew Jecen, Jeri Jecen, co-chairperson; Dolores Ben­ nett, chairperson; Rose Fritzen, patrons; Jeff Fritzen. Polish Room holds 54th Kosciuszko Ball The Wilkes University Polish Room Commit­ tee held its 54th annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands Inn and Resort. Music was provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Proceeds of the ball were presented to Wilkes University students. This year’s recipients are Sonya Lukashewski and Paul Sarnoski. Decorations were by Stanley Olszewski. Dolores Bennett received an award for her ef­ forts in keeping the ball an ongoing event each year. HR side, both H story. My ju-s old. 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Standing: Stanley Olszewiki, Ed Carlin, Joe Biazejewski, Helen Kowalick, Louise Stuart, Rose Ostopick, Lorraine Cualina, Stella Horchos Pictured at the ball which donates money to scholarship funds for students of Polish decent at Wilkes University and is sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room: Bill Dantona, Mikki LaVenda, Geri Jecen, Alex and Vicki Silva, Dolores Bennett, Andy Jecen, MaryAnn Drust, Rose and Jeffrey Seated: Jo Kline, Helen Kopetchney, Edward Krystofsky and guest. Seated: Don Emerick, Frank Lewicki, Bernadine Tarasek, Al Yanovich, George and Dorothy Taraseh Above: Paul and Theresa Janosov, Chris and Tammy Urbanski, George Kubasko, Kristen Kubaski, Jodi and Steve Ozark, Dolly Dubacko O ’J Ld o 0- Above: Danny Kopko, Joe and Barbara Salus, Jack and Mary Flannery, Henry Eleanor Grabski, M/M Armond Lepore, Rudy and Jennie Georgette, M/M John Ratajczak Above: Dolly Kubacko, Patty Ceyelka, Ben Tielie Jr., Maria Hall, Steve Shemo and Jeff Fritzen �6 J3 Q Page 1 of3 Frantz, Michael From: Woloski, Jason (Student) Sent: Sunday, September 30, 2007 5:05 PM To: Frantz, Michael Subject: Polish p Jasoi Lette Sept I expect that 9$ ig from such a e CD’s in my c o Stole the Kisl. - both of his j 7. My father’s She stood fr •each America' C from Pola Hundreds attend annual ^^^.thesdthAnnua^c^^^— The Wilkes University Polish ^SZs attended by 261 guests h“ |n^ded a token of appreo- ated am practically my father bek day night is a i At Christmas - urine noiidays. The entire family gathers, OpTSCis exchanged, Polish Koledy play, and the meal is followed by attendance at midnight mass. Even Easter is a special time, where the whole family cooks food to put in the basket to be blessed. As I look back, I am so glad to be blessed with such a great Polish heritage. When my grandfather was alive, he actually had a polka band named, “The Polka Kings.” Though he is no longer with us, memories of him playing his accordion and singing replay in my head over and over. My father was also in a polka band. He was a member of “The Polka Naturals.” However, even today the polka tradition lives on, since on several occasions my father will start playing the clarinet, my 10/2/2007 �* _________ LifeStvle . •j 3 5 ~ page 1 of3 Sii r? 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She stood by the door of her home f had to reach America, and immediately ran a^ On my mother’s side of s immigrated from Poland. After all, my mo ' father, I am practically as Polish as they co ji couch, my father belongs to the Polish Ami /ery Saturday night is a must. As for food, p: l demand. At Christmas time, the Wigilia Me : entire family gathers, Oplatek is exchanged, e at midnight mass. Even Easter is a specif basket to be blessed. As I look back, I am Wilkes University students receive scholarships grandfather was alive, he actus with us, memories of him play My father was also in t he is no longer fpOiSsss: today the polka tradition lives on, since on seveim uCvcLis 10/2/2007 ge. When my Ver. However, even the clarinet, my �5 i <3 - 2 a1 U O O - u c ____ Page 1 of3 Frantz, Michael From: Woloski, Jason (Student) Sent: Sunday, September 30, 2007 5:05 PM To: Frantz, Michael Subject: Polish Room Committee Scholarship Application Jason Woloski Letter of Intent for Polish Room Committee Scholarship September 27, 2007 Do the names Jimmy Stun, Happie Louie, or Frankie Yankovic sound familiar? I would expect that 99 percent of my friends would not know who these musical artists are. However, coming from such a strong Polish background, these names are common language to me. Mixed in with all the CD’s in my car, one would find me listening and singing along to “Apples Peaches Pumpkin Pie,” “Who Stole the Kishka,” and the “Beer Banel Polka.” My Polish ancestry is something my family and I take great pride in. On my father’s side, both of his paternal grandparents immigrated from Poland. This brings me to an interesting story. My father’s grandmother actually came over from Poland herself when she was only thirteen years old. She stood by the door of her home and witnessed the Germans kill her father. She knew she had to reach America, and immediately ran away, never looking back. On my mother’s side of the family, both of her maternal and paternal grandparents immigrated from Poland. After all, my mother’s maiden name was “Polak,” so between her and my father, I am practically as Polish as they come. Furthermore, a Polish blanket adorns our family room couch, my father belongs to the Polish American Veterans’ Club, and the Pennsylvania Polka Show every Saturday night is a must. As for food, pierogies, halushki, kielbasa, and paczki are always on high demand. At Christmas time, the Wigilia Meal on Christmas Eve is the highlight of the holidays. The entire family gathers, Oplatek is exchanged, Polish Koledy play, and the meal is followed by attendance at midnight mass. Even Easter is a special time, where the whole family cooks food to put in the basket to be blessed. As I look back, I am so glad to be blessed with such a great Polish heritage. When my grandfather was alive, he actually had a polka band named, “The Polka Kings.” Though he is no longer with us, memories of him playing his accordion and singing replay in my head over and over. My father was also in a polka band. He was a member of “The Polka Naturals.” However, even today the polka tradition lives on, since on several occasions my father will start playing the clarinet, my 10/2/2007 �iz> tn Ox 9 G 2? M u Cn «= O Page 2 of 3 brother will grab his saxophone, and I’ll play the drums to all of my grandfather’s old polka music. Even my mother will grab a tambourine, and we all just sit there in the living room having the time of our lives. Believe it or not, my Halloween costume in second grade was actually a “Polish Boy” costume! This all brings me to where I am today. I am currently a sophomore Biochemistry major at Wilkes University, in the Wilkes/Drexel B.S./M.D. program. As I recall, my freshman year was accompanied by a few anxieties, but my strong will and never-ending drive for accomplishment allowed me to maintain a 4.0 GPA for all 37 credits. I sense this commitment for achievement will allow me to develop into a successful and respectable physician in the coming years. Community service played a vital role this past year in my personal development. Through active participation in the Wilkes University Circle K, along with the Health Sciences Pre-Professional Society, my community involvement has strengthened my commitment to help others. The self­ gratification that came with each hour of service was truly overwhelming. Putting a smile on the face of someone I helped was the only motivation I needed to go on serving my community. For example, this past year I have participated in two CEO Food Drives, the Giving Tree, a clothing drive, the Sleeping Children Around the World Initiative, and the Habitat for Humanity Basket Auction. I even volunteered to be the Wilkes’ mascot, the Colonel, on several occasions. Furthermore, I volunteered at the Democratic Campaign Headquarters, along with campus events, such as Casino Night, Block Party, Homecoming Weekend, the Student Government Summit, and Spring Fling. Other activities I embarked upon this past year included serving on Student Government, becoming an Orientation Coordinator, and an E-mentor. Helping future freshmen attain a successful and trouble-free transition into Wilkes University has inspired me to truly lead by example and be a positive influence in every way possible. This year, I have also begun serving as a Wilkes University peer tutor for calculus and biology. I also currently hold the office of the Vice-President of College Democrats, am a member of the Chemistry Club, the Biology Club, and an altar server and lector at St. Joseph’s Church in the Hudson section of Plains. As I continue to pursue a career as a doctor, I am faced with extreme financial hardship. Even looking down the road after Wilkes, Drexel University College of Medicine now estimates an individual will pay 60,000 dollars per year for four years of medical school. For this reason, any financial assistance that this Polish Room Committee Scholarship could provide would be greatly appreciated and be put to good use. I am grateful for your time and efforts in considering me for this Polish Room Committee Scholarship. Thank you for your hard work in preserving and carrying on the traditions and customs of 10/2/2007 �;|4 « -q 1 § 5} § Page 3 of 3 our Polish heritage. 1 am proud to be Polish! Sincerely, Jason R. Woloski 8 Sandra Street Plains, PA 18705 (570)709-0199 10/2/2007 �sin 3tn qfc u* ■ jo qn[; jo qniz. ‘juopis; I Kjndoa Mr. Alfred S. Groh - Kingston PA Congressman & Mrs. Paul Kanjorski - Nanticoke PA Mr. Joseph & Ellen Kliminski - Little Falls NJ The Kosciuszko Foundation, Inc. - New York NY >E<jE.nh(r c^nnuaC •010c ‘ Xeq uc ' pninrc •: t^fions.o’iEcl. (jij Tara Mens’ Clothing - Wilkes-Barre PA O SB&m § rs Mrs. Eugene R. Ek. Dr. Anne Chesney ■ Mr. & Mrs. Jerome Fal Drs. Robert P. & Barbara R. S Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sc Sa Batt S^oiaiLLizIzo R >3 ss i ~ 5jy o.s C rQ CJ +-> <u j;o> V 3 H co -y O LT7z£ ttPoCttJi c^oom °f " fS<£| I a> ’ s-s§ « 2 ■ E Dr. & Mrs. John S. Bien Ed & Betty Deets, AUTC Dr. Jan A. Olengins I John & Marie Pic Chris Urbanski Construct!* illli J!HII Uililii If! ii loACandi ttJnn & <zf?oute Eioit 375 tti.-Baize, ttPennijttania cSfLonLoti «I3>Al 6ief1 jgStTJ -SSSj5f OJ c JOJ ■/( s,pur,t Xy/tH'd u01s7.tr' ajui.s uo a.n> ppio stv:>u-‘ ]Dll . : -np uni, . ui i . ■ ’ Ms. Dolores Bennett - Plains PA Mr. Tom & Barbara Bentkowski - Cranford NJ Mr. Joseph Blazejewski- Plains PA Mr. & Mrs. John Broda - Swoyersville PA Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Chemcfski - Moosic PA Mrs. Anita Conser - Hanover Twp. PA Mrs. Janiccc DeMuro - Wilkes-Barre PA Jeff & Rosalie Fritzen - Shavertown PA Mr. & Mrs. Richard Gulya - Toms River NJ Mr. Andrew & Jcri Jccen - Laflin PA Dr. Anthony Kapolka&Dr.MaigueriteSalcm-Dullas PA Mrs. Celia E. Kovalich - Glen Lyon PA Mike & Helen Kowalick - Hanover Twp. PA Dolly & George Kubasko - Pittston Twp. PA Kwiatkowski'sCrossroadsMotors-Wilkes-Barre PA Mr. John & Marie Piosko - Edison NJ Mr. & Mrs. John Rygiel - Wyoming PA Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Salus - Plains PA Mr. Jimmy W. Sturr, Jr. - Florida NY Mrs. Bcrnadinc Tarasek - Plains PA K------ uxdaij,^anuaiAj 6, 2007 5:00 <^V(U1LC JDlj eoias CZ7aiai£^ Gn.cliEi.txa ^Pabiom Ed & Rose Carlin - Avoca PA Mrs. Norma Knoll Craythorne - Nanticoke pa Mr. Al & Nicole Fclinski - Pittston Twp pa Mr. Jack & Mary Flannery - Laflin pa Mr. Raphael & Janet Kon - Larksville PA Mr. Frank & Anne Lcwiczki - Plains PA Jerry & Ellen Mondlak - Jenkins Twp pa Mr. Thomas J. & Patricia Osisek Mr. Anthony & Hazel Scarnulis -Wilkes-Barre pa Mr. Bernard & Joan Solack - Luzerne pa Mrs. Genevieve Witkowski - Kingston pa Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Yakscoe - Mountaintop pa Mrs. Josephine T. Zuba - Edwardssiiie pa «S31dV±S uiion a. �g. ? Je > 5 5 2 5 fulfill her duties as a juror and unfortu­ ric pathologist. publi^Jetende^^mceworking on the death penalty. “Assuming we use these experts Cherry’s trial took a turbulent turn nately misunderstood the instructions Cherry's capital murder case, Flora Friday when court officials learned from the judge. again, and I can’t tell you whether said. All four attorneys are part-time Cherry, 37, cannot be tried again for will or not, then whatever their hourly and are paid a flat salary for the year that juror number 11, Gretchen Black, and not on an hourly basis, Flora said. researched retinal detachment Thurs­ first-degree murder because the jury rate is we would have to pay it,” Flo^ Attorneys in the district attorneys of- day night after the jury spent several found him not guilty of that charge said. KOSCIUSZKO BALL Gala funds The 61st annual event, which celebrates Polish heritage, awards scholarships to Wilkes students. ByJOHNKREPIN jkrispin@timesleader.com PLAINS TOWNSHIP - Two area Wilkes University students can pay more than homage to their ancestry they can help pay for their tuition. Amanda Kocher, a second-year accounting major Traditional Pol­ from Dallas, and Rachel Miller, a sec­ ish dance and ballroom danc­ ond year pharmacy student from ing, along with Wyoming, were BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER the Polish Na­ awarded two sepa­ Cheryl and John Woloskl of Plains Township dance at the 61st Annual Koscluszko Scholarship Ball at the Woodlands tional Anthem, rate grants from Inn & Resort in Plains Township on Saturday. Wilkes University’s rtAna un nvor th A MiUpr is this TudipnnejScholarshiomant. which has that the^effort to keep the Polish heri- - “S' asasassy Wilkes-Barre Area School Board got duly chastised - including in this space - after extending Superintendent Jeff Namey’s contract and approving a new contract for administrators without any written contract in existence. It’s a common practice in this area, so the WBA board was hardly out of the ordi­ nary even if this sounds a bit out of whack. On Wednesday, the same board with only six members present - ap­ proved a new contract (a written ver­ sion does exist) for support staff such as custodians, maintenance workers and secretaries. The vote was 4-2. Problem is, state law requires at least five of the nine members vote yes for such a con­ tract, regardless of how many are pre­ sent. Board Solicitor Anthony Lupas, a veteran in the post, said nothing. Nei­ ther did Assistant Solicitor Ray Wendolowski. Everyone just assumed it was a done deal. A red light had gone off in my head with the 4-2 vote, but I forgot to ask about it after the meeting. I did ask Lupas on Friday and he conceded he had erred in letting the issue go unnoticed. This mean the vote is null and void, and the old contract remains in effect until the board meets in February and votes again. The oversight is striking, but also a bit understandable when you look at the complexity of the law. My copy of the “Pennsylvania School Laws and Rules Annotated” has two volumes totaling more than 2,100 pages. The index alone runs more than 200 pages. If it were any other district, or any other time, maybe this wouldn't seem such a big deal. But this is Wilkes-Barre �Mr. Alfred S. Groh - Kingston PA Congressman & Mrs. Paul Kanjorski -NanticokePA Mr. Joseph & Ellen Kliminski - Little Falls NJ The Kosciuszko Foundation, Inc. - New York NY Tara Mens’ Clothing - Wilkes-Barre PA <z/J-nnu,a[ 01(2 LUIZ ^Spomo’tEd. (jij ZoznEfactory Mrs. Eugene R. Baut - Pringle pa Dr. Anne Chesney - Mountaintop pa Mr. & Mrs. Jerome Fabian - Shavertown PA Drs. Robert P. & Barbara R. Sadowski -Clarks Summit pa Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sedlak - Shavertown PA ^TZntcrexit^y CZ/ze Q/l/oodfandi fJnn & cJ^Eioxt Dr. & Mrs. John S. Biernacki - Mountaintop PA Ed & Betty Deets, AUTO-BUS - Mountaintop PA Dr. Jan A. Olengins ki - Mountaintop PA John & Marie Pioski - Edison NJ Chris Urbanski Construction, Inc. - Pittston Twp. PA Ms. Dolores Bennett - Plains PA Mr. lorn & Barbara Bemkowski -CranfondNJ Mr. Joseph Blazejewski- Plains PA Mr. & Mrs. John Broda - Swoyersville PA Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Chemefski - MoosicPA Mrs. Anita Conscr - Hanover Twp. PA Mrs. Janiece DeMuro - Wilkes-Barre PA Jcff & Rosalie Fritzen - Shavertown PA Mr. & Mrs. Richard Gulya -Toms River NJ Mr. Andrew & Jeri Jecen - Ijiflin PA Dr. Anlltony Kapolka& Dr. Mtuguerile Salem-Dallas PA Mrs. Celia E. Kovalich - Glen Lyon PA Mike & Helen Kowalick - Hanover Twp. PA Dolly & George Kubasko - Pittston Twp. PA Kwiatkowski’sCtossroadsMotors-Wilkes-Bane PA Mr. John & Marie Piosko - Edison NJ Mr. & Mrs. John Rygiel - Wyoming PA Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Salus - Plains PA Mr. Jimmy W. Sturr, Jr. - Florida NY Mrs. Bernadinc Tarasck - Plains PA czf^ouU 315 <Fl4'/^£A-JBaiT£, ^ahuxdaij,^.anuaxLj 6, 2007 5:00 ji.in. 'e-ox^e Daxais/i G’laf'LE.it'i.a fPal’tom Ed & Rose Carlin - Avoca PA Mrs. Norma Knoll Craythorne - Nanticoke pa Mr. Al & Nicole Eelinski - Pittston Twp PA Mr. Jack & Mary Flannery - Laflin pa Mr. Raphael & Janet Kon - Larksville PA Mr. I-rank & Anne Lewiczki - Plains pa Jerr> & Ellen Mondlak - Jenkins Tup pa Mr. Thomas J. & Patricia Osisck Mr. Anthony & Hazel Scarnulis -Wilkes-Bane PA Mr. Bernard & Joan Solack - Luzerne pa Mrs. Genevieve Witkowski - Kingston pa Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Yakscoe - Mountaintop PA Mrs. Josephine T. Zuba - Edwardsville PA sS31dVlS £.nmijtaania Ln ion �Scholarship Recipients for 2006 * 2007 S 1,000 Each Miss Sandra Nasilowski, Nanticoke, PA 3rd Year Business Administration Miss Erin Bufford, Scranton, PA Biochemistry Welcome Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Introduction of Committee Mrs. Dolly Kubasko The National Anthem & The Polish National Anthem Dedicated to the late John Paul II Led by Mr. Joseph Blazejewski Mrs. Dolores Bennett Presentation $1,000 is also sent annually to The Kosciuszko Foundation in New York toward scholarships Special Peformance Matthew & Elaine Bonowitz Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Invocation -Ba/Z Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Chairperson Co-Chairperson Mrs. Dolores Bennett Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Florence K. Frank Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Janet Kon Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Mrs. Alice Kwiatkowski Mrs. Bemadine Tarasek Mrs. Genevieve Witkowski Ms. Jule Wnorowski Committee, Honorary Chairperson Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Jule Znaniecki Com,mLkte,e. axatijiESLiom Invitations Reservations oThe (Kosciuszko Scholarship (Rail Committee Patrons wishes to thank all who helped in any way Publicity Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Bemadine Tarasek Mrs. Rose Fritzen Ms. Dolores Bennett to make this (]Jall a great success/ Offlam of An ethnic organization dedicated to passing its traditions to our future generations. President Vice-President Secretary................ Financial Secretary Szcz^sliwego Nowego Roku! Happy New Year! Treasurer Ms. Dolores Bennett Mrs. Bemadine Tarasek .... Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Jeri Jecen Ms. Jule Wnorowski �’Q uu u § £ -a •o ■li o _ r-i r- U & 2 Cl Ar J- a « f. ‘^5 CU O S S' ■* ?Peclul JZiEnE]-actors. Congressman & Mrs. Paul Kanjorski - Nanticoke, PA Mr. Joseph & Ellen Kliminski - Little Falls, NJ Floral Design - Wilkes-Barre, PA <z/fnnu.a[ o^aiuizlzo ^alzoPazdiili Edward M. Balicki DBA Leonard’s Kielbasi Market, W-B ^ifuEi. ^BtEnE^actcn ^^oniozEcl (jij Mrs. Eilene R. Baut - Pringle, PA SBionzE ^2>£.mfactorii Biernacki Eye Associates - Wilkes-Barre, PA Kniffen-O’Malley Funeral Home Inc. - Avoca, PA Drs. Robert & Barbara Sadowski - Clarks Summit, PA Mr. Ben Telipski - Moosic, PA Ms. Jule Wnorowski - Wilkes-Barre, PA Wyoming Valley Pedorthic Center - Plains, PA O/l/dJiEi nXniuE'ii.ihij cSfioniois. George & Donna Albert - Pottsville PA Mike & I lelcn Kowalick ---- "------------- HanoverTwp. PA Mrs. Dolores Bennett - Palmyra VA Dolly & George Kubasko - Pittston Twp. PA Mr. Joseph Blazcjcwski- Plains PA Mondlak Printer)' - Jenkins Twp. PA Mr. & Mrs. John Broda - Swoyersville PA Dr. & Mrs. Jan Olcnginski - Mountaintop PA Mr. & Mrs. Charles Cino -Glendale AZ Polish Union USA - Wilkes-Barre PA Mrs. Norma K. Craythomc - Nanticoke PA Joseph & Barbara Salus - Plains PA Crossroads Motors -Wilkes-Barre PA Mr. Al Serino, Elegant Cleaners-Hanover Iwp PA Mrs. Janiccc DeMuro - Wilkes-Barre PA Jimmy Sturr Orch. - Florida NY Ms. Maryann Drust -Wilkes-Barre PA Mrs. Bemadine Tarasck - Plains PA Al & Nicole Felinski -Pittston Twp PA Waller & Charlotte Turowski - Nanticoke PA Jeffrey & Rose Fritzen - Shavertown PA Chris Urbanski Construction-PittstonTwp. PA E L. Knorck Insurance Agency-Nanticoke PA ^Patton 5. Mr & Mrs. Joseph Altavilla - Larksville PA Mr. & Mrs. Paul Arcgood - Hanover Twp PA Bob & Janet Babski - Sugar Notch PA Tom & Barbara Bcntkowski - Cranford NJ Mr. & Mrs. John Bcshada - Hanover Twp PA Ed & Rose Carlin - Avoca PA Mr. & Mrs. Randy Carlo - Wilkes-Barre PA Pete & Lorraine Cwalina - Swoyersville PA Ryan & Linda Cywinski - Mountaintop PA Mr & Mrs. Chet Daniels - Dallas PA Mr & Mrs. Michael Dzanko- Shavertown PA Jack & Mary Flannery - Laflin PA Ms. Maryannc Frank- Bear Creek Twp PA Mr. & Mrs. Rudy Gcorgctti - Plains PA Mr. & Mrs. Tom Gibbon - Hanover Twp PA Hank & Eleanor Grabski - Nanticoke PA Harry & Dolores Grozio - Wilkes-Barre PA Richard & Helen Gulya - Tonis River NJ John Gurzynski & Marie Gaydosh - W-B PA Dave & Norina Johnson - Nanticoke PA Andy & Jean Kapral - Swoyersville PA Mr Danny Kopko - Nanticoke PA <zf^oom ^JflE ^ZJfiE ^Wood[and± fJnn & tzJ'^EiO'ih <zPoutz 315 ("Wiflze.i-Hsa’i’iE., Enniytuania tSatutday.^anua^, 2OO9 5:00 ji.m. Mrs. Celia Kovalich - Glen Lyon PA Mr. Michael R. Kowalick - Danville PA William & Rita Kuklcwicz- Wilkes-Barre PA Ms. Mary Ann Krushin - Wilkes-Barre PA Mr. Frank & Anne Lewiczki - Plains PA Michelle, Calhy & Carol - Hanover Twp PA Mr. & Mrs. Ron Missal - Larksville PA Jerry & Ellen Mondlak - Jenkins Twp. PA < WaLh Qfl/ay nsz cSsisnadsii (Dtclzeibia Carla Myers - Mountainlop PA Mr. & Mrs. Bernard O’Donnell - W-B PA Tom & Pat Osisck - Mountaintop PA Mrs. Fran Ponko - Hanover Twp PA Mr. & Mrs. Eric Richardson - Hanover Twp PA Tony & Hazel Scarnulis -Wilkes-Barre PA Mr. & Mrs. John Sokoloski - Nanticoke PA Bernard & Joan Solack - Luzerne PA Mr. & Mrs. William M. Walsh - W-B PA Mr. & Mrs. Ray Wasilcwski - Hanover Twp PA Mr. & Mrs. Chester Williams - Shavertown PA Genevieve Witkowski - Kingston PA Mr. & Mrs. Mitty Woytowich - W-B PA Mrs. Josephine T. Zuba - Edwardsville PA [l^Eao’iations. R.LJK 1 �Scholarship Q^ecipient Jor 2008 - 2009 ^Ptogiarn $3,000 Miss Sarah A. Miller, Wyoming, PA Welcome Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Introduction ofCommittee Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Doctor ofPharmacy cffie QXationaf Anthem & (The (B°hsh ^Xationat Ajithem $ 1,000 is also sent annually to Led by The Kosciuszko Foundation Mr. Joseph Blazejewski Special Peformance in New York toward scholarships Matthew & Elaine Bonowitz Invocation nZnluExsitij ^Po£ti!i Mrs. Dolly Kubasko oom (2ommihhs.E. Chairperson Mrs. Florence K. Frank Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Janet Kon Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Mrs. Alice Kwiatkowski Mrs. Bemadine Tarasek Mrs. Genevieve Witkowski Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Co-Chairperson Mrs. Bemadine Tarasek Commlht£.e (HracifissLiom Invitations Ms. Jule Wnorowski oFfte ^Kpsciussko Schofarship <Bad Committee Mrs. Rose Fritzen Decorations Mrs. Jeri Jecen Reservations Mrs. Dolly Kubasko Patrons Mrs. Helen Kowalick Publicity Mrs. Patricia Osisek wishes to thank aft who helped in any way to make this ^Baff a great success/ of Q An ethnic organization dedicated to passing its traditions to our future generations. President Vice-President Secretary ............... Financial Secretary Treasurer Szcz^sliwego Nowego Roku! Happy New Year! ■■B ... Mrs. Bemadine Tarasek .... Mrs. Dolly Kubasko .........Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Jeri Jecen .... Ms. Jule Wnorowski ... .saidvis o >•. 13 a ££ £P I .lt 5 * u j �with Mitch Bienia Judianne Stanitski Scholarship Awarded Josephine Kline, Treasurer-Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; Bemadine Tarasek, President-Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; Frank Stanitski, Donor-Judianne Stanitski Scholarship; Allison Slatinsky, Receipent-Judianne Stanitski Scholarship; Jeri Jencen, Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; Dr. Joseph E. Gilmour, President-Wilkes University Matthew Gogas Christopher Hopkins Zebra Communications, Wilkes University PENNSYLVANIA - Each year the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania) selects a scholarship recipient of high achievement and grade point average who come from Polish background. During the 2009-2010 academic year they chose two recipients made possible by generous donations. The Wilkes University Polish Room Committees’ annual Marie Kocyan Scholarship recipient was Jami Butczynski. The Polish Room also chose another scholarship recipient for the first time this year due to a generous donation from Frank Stanitski. Allison Slatinsky was $t^i$ki Scholarship. The two students entered an essay contest that the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee holds each year to find students worthy of the scholar­ ships. In her essay Allison Slatinsky stated that her Polish heritage comes from her father’s side of the family. It was her great-grandpar­ ents who made the voyage to Ellis Island from Krakow, Poland. Slatinsky is a junior elementary education major at Wilkes University. She holds two jobs, a gymnastics instructor and a parale­ gal assistant. She is also a member of the Education Club and is a cheerleader at Wilkes University. Both of the scholarship recipi­ ents participated in the Polish Room Presents...Polish Love Poetry and High Tea event which .(Please turn to Page 19) the 2011 Polonia Ball. Mark Relovsky, Director PAC, Walter Borkowski, PAC Director Union of Poles, a Division Congress was formed in Buffalo in Chairman of the Miss Polonia Ohio of PNA, Knight of Pulaski, 1944 as an umbrella organization contest said “I am pleased that a Recording Secretary of Cleveland for all Polish social, cultural, edu­ young lady of Lauren’s caliber will Society of Poles; cational, veterans and fraternal npt only be representing all of Marianne Poprik, Community organizations so that America's Ohio’s Polonia, but has the oppor­ Outreach Coordinator for Polish American community could tunity to win the Miss Polonia PolishYoungstown, President be heard with one strong voice on USA contest. I am confident that Emeritus of the Polish Arts Club of important issues and events. Since she will represent herself and all of Youngstown; the founding of the Ohio Division Ohio's Polonia with class and Mitch Bienia, Advisor Miss in 1948, the PAC has annually grace.” Polonia Ohio, Second Vice- sponsored Ohio’s official celebra­ A resident of North Lima, the 22President PAC, National District 5 tion of the signing of Poland’s year-old Lotze is senior at LaRoche Director PRCUA, Director & Constitution of May 3, 1791. For College in Pittsburgh, Knight of Pulaski Polonia more information go to Pennsylvania. She is expected to Foundation. www.polishamericancongressgraduate in December 2011 with About the Polish American ohio.com or write: 9999 Granger her Bachelor of Arts in Interior Congress: The Polish American Road, Cleveland, OH 44125-5319 Design after which she plans to continue on to a Masters in Architecture. Polish American of Toms River The other contestants included: Flag Ceremony Monika Duda, Runner Up, lives in Seven Hills and attends Walsh University as biology major/chemistry minor. A campus resident assistant and Dean's List student, she plans to go to dental school and establish her own prac­ tice. She received $250 prize cour­ tesy of Cleveland Society of Poles. Mary Ann Domzalski, 2nd Runner-up, lives in Sagamore Hills and Cuyahoga Community College where she is finishing her associate degree in Health and Human Services. Her goal is to become speech pathologist. She received $100 prize courtesy of George Sobierj. NEW JERSEY - The Polish American Club of Toms River held its annual Tara Bailey, 3rd Runner-up, lives Polish Flag raising ceremony commemorating Poland’s Constitution Day in Seven Hills, attends Normandy at the Ocean County Administration Building on Monday, May 3, 2010. High School. She is extremely From left to right holding the flag to be raised are: Freeholder Deputy active in her community, having Director, Gerry Little; Freeholder Joseph Vicari; Ed Chmiel, President, already completed more than 600 Polish American Club of Toms River; Ed Dietl, American Polish Club of hours of service at area veterans Whiting; Eva Marie Lakowitz, President, American Polish Club of hospitals. Her ambition is to he a I Whiting( and Frauk^ ^qlins^i^.Vioe^ Freshen) .ofthe Pc^ishjAmerican Club nprspj S^e-rec^ijVed $50 prize cdur- I of Toms River. As tb^qg jv^pem^ raised, Regina Klemens sang me tesy * of' the P.ojfsh American ! -national-anthem of PoLand'-jewcz^ -Rolska^Nic Zgincla.”-.-.--J ‘ Club Raising �2 g ro on m JW * L7I L •' L L Li L I L 1 L An Independent Weekly Newspaper Past Sagle NEW JERSEY- WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2010 VOLUME 48 - NUMBER 19 Secret Prisons In The U.S. European Parliament President Visits Polish Consulate In New York American Police State ■Pagel (op-ed) I L L’ L’ t I I’ L L t t 4 A •! TheKey Word Is “Illegal” - Page 2 (Letter) Americans for Prosperity Say...Enough Is Enough - Page 7 L L I $.75 Armed Forces Day, May 15th - Page 5 ?S �An Independent Weekly Newspaper Posr^SagKe VOLUME 48 - NUMBER 19 Secret Prisons In The U.S. American Police State -Page 2 (op-ed) The Key Word Is - Page 2 (Letter) NEW JERSEY - WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2010 $. 75 European Parliament President Visits Polish Consulate In New York Americans for Prosperity Say...Enough Is Enough - Page 7 Armed Forces Day, May 15th ~ Page 5 With Stas Kmiec - Page 4 - Page 16 Polka Notes -Pages 12-13-14 Newspaper 2nd Class Mail - Date Mailed 5-7-10 OPEN . CM 3/24/2010 $300.oS”' Surplus Money: If after . faction of the mortgage debt, im. and expenses, there remains am money, the money will be deposited Superior Court Trust Fund and any perse claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to the Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conduct­ ing the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. This concise description does not constitu a legal description of the real estate. A f legal description can be found at the She rm;— Approximate amount due Plaintiff on thi cution: $ 561,228.36 and enrS Sha" bS.SOld SUb‘ect ,o a" maklc nnb eS °’ record and the Sh' maxes no representation expresses S""a existence' am°unt or vr wh<T? .nd encurnbrances on th2W th®SUb‘eclmatter°'^it ‘h® amount bid will be requirt Photo by Jerzy Koss Jerzy Buzek (at podium), President of the European Parliament, former Prime Minister of Poland, with Consul General of the Republic of Poland Ewa Junczyk-Ziomecka (on his left), and Polish Ambassador to the United Nations, Witold Sobkow (on his right). Buczek recently visited the Polish Consulate in New York City while in the United States. NEW YORK CITY - Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament, formerly Prime Minister of Poland, was the Guest of Honor at the Polish Consulate General in New York on the occai sion of the Constitution of May 3rd celebration. The event took place in the evening of Friday, April 30th. Mr Buzek congratulated and thanked Polish Americans for their contribution to the birth of free Poland in 1990. Ewa Junczyk -Ziomecka, Consul General of the Republic of Poland in New York, also extolled the many virtues of the historic Constitution of May 3rd. Mme Consul General decorated leaders of Polonia with high orders bestowed on them by the President of Poland. These Polonians were: Dr. Leon Nadrowski, Rev. Andrzej Kurowski, Roman Rurak, Tadeusz Wozniak, Maria Coyne and Rev. Richard Kopinski. The Consul General also thanked Zosia ZeleskaBnhrnu/cV; t- Statement by the President on Polish Constitution Day On behalf of the American people, I send my warmest congratulations to all who celebrate Polish Constitution Day - both in Poland and here in America. In the 209 years since Poland adopted its Constitution, that document has served as an inspiration to many around the world as a beacon of equality and democratic freedoms. Here at home, Polish Americans are an important part of our national character, serving as leaders in a variety of industries and having helped shape our nation. The United States and Poland remain close allies and essential partners, and we are bound to each other through our NATO obligations to our collective security. As we continue to confront global challenges togeth­ er, I am confident that our partnership will only further strengthen and deepen. As we mark this day of celebration, I want to again express the deep �"iregai» President Visits Polish Consulate Im New York • Page 2 (Letter) Americans for Prosperity Say...Enough Is Enough - Page 7 Armed Forces Day, May 15th -—-... KKRKKI With Stas Kmiec - Page 4 - Page 16 Polka Notes -Pages 12-13-14 | Newspaper 2nd Class Mail - Date Mailed 5-7-10 OPEN rr O-J 3/24/2010 $300.oS? Surplus Money: If after . faction of the mortgage debt, mv and expenses, there remains any money, the money will be deposited Superior Court Trust Fund and any persu claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to the Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conduct­ ing the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. This concise description does not constitu a legal description of the real estate. A I legal description can be found at the She Office. Approximate amount due Plaintiff on thi cution: $561,228.36 The property shall be sold subject to all lit and encumbrances of record and the Shi makes no representation expresse implied as to the existence, amount or vs of any liens and encumbrances on th' erty which is the subject matter of this 20% of the amount bid will be requirt. deposit at the time of Sale, in Cash, Certifie. Check, or Official Bank Check. Balance to b. paid within 30 days of Sale. The Sheriff hereby reserves the right to adjourn this Sale without further notice by publication. JERRY SPEZIALE Sheriff Post Eagle: 4/28/10, 5/5/10, 5/12/20, 5/19/10 Feo* e-IA-7 AA Photo by Jerzy Koss Jerzy Buzek (at podium), President of the European Parliament, former Prime Minister of Poland, with Consul General of the Republic of Poland Ewa Junczyk-Ziomecka (on his left), and Polish Ambassador to the United Nations, Witold Sobkow (on his right). Buczek recently visited the Polish Consulate in New York City while in the United States. NEW YORK CITY - Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament, formerly Prime Minister of Poland, was the Guest of Honor at the Polish Consulate General in New York on the occa­ sion of the Constitution of May 3rd celebration. The event took place in the evening of Friday, April 30th. Mr Buzek congratulated and thanked Polish Americans for their contribution to the birth of free Poland in 1990. Ewa Junczyk -Ziomecka, Consul General of the Republic of Poland in New York, also extolled the many virtues of the historic Constitution of May 3rd. Mme Consul General decorated leaders of Polonia with high orders bestowed on them by the President of Poland. These Polonians were: Dr. Leon Nadrowski, Rev. Andrzej Kurowski, Roman Rurak, Tadeusz Wozniak, Maria Coyne and Rev. Richard Kopinski. The Consul General also thanked Zosia ZeleskaBobrowski and Jerzy Koss for an exhibition of color photographs that was part of this event. The photographs presented the visits of President Lech Kaczynski and his wife Maria Kaczynska in New York and Chicago. Statement by the President on Polish Constitution Day On behalf of the American people, I send my wannest congratulations to all who celebrate Polish Constitution Day - both in Poland and here in America. In the 209 years since Poland adopted its Constitution, that document has served as an inspiration to many around the world as a beacon of equality and democratic freedoms. Here at home, Polish Americans are an important part of our national character, serving as leaders in a variety of industries and having helped shape our nation. The United States and Poland remain close allies and essential partners, and we are bound to each other through our NATO obligations to our collective security. As we continue to confront global challenges togeth­ er, I am confident that our partnership will only further strengthen and deepen. As we mark this day of celebration, I want to again express the deep condolences of the American people on the tragic loss of President Lech Kaczynski, First Lady Maria Kaczynska, and the many distinguished military and civilian leaders who were traveling with them. The resilience of the Polish people in the face of this tragedy serves as a model of courage and inspiration to us all. - Office of the Press Secretary - The White House - Submitted by Jerzy Koss �Polish Constitution Day Observed In Harrison, New Jersey NEW JERSEY - Recently, at Veteran’s Square in Harrison, Polish Americans celebrated Polish Constitution Day. In commemoration of Poland’s 219th Anniversary, a celebration of Poland’s Constitution of May 3,1791 - the first democratically adopted Constitution in Europe and the second democratically adopted Constitution next to that of the United States - was held. Participating in the ceremony and representing the Harrison Town Council were Harrison Councilman Larry Bennett, members of the Harrison American Legion, the Pulaski Cadets U.S.A., and members of the United States Navy Color Guard from Groton, Connecticut. For more information about the Pulaski Cadets, please contact 201.888.7794 - Richard Naprawa, business agent for Pulaski Cadets USA. . — Submitted by Richard Naprawa indlaYine Stanitski Scholarship Awarded Josephine Kline, Treasurer-Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; Bernadine Tarasek, President-Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; Frank Stanitski, Donor-Judianne Stanitski Scholarship; Allison Slatinsky, Receipent-Judianne Stanitski Scholarship; Jeri Jencen, Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; Dr. Joseph E. Gilmour, President-Wilkes University Matthew Gogas Christopher Hopkins Zebra Communications, Wilkes University PENNSYLVANIA - Each year the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania) selects a scholarship recipient of high achievement and May 12,2010 THE POST EAGLE Page 6 entered an essay contest that the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee holds each year to find students worthy of the scholar­ ships. In her essay Allison Slatinsky stated that her Polish heritage comes from her father’s side of the Miss Polonia Ohio 2010 Crowned CLEVELAND, OHIO—Lauren Lotze was crowned Miss Polonia Ohio 2010. The pageant was held on May 1st during the Polonia Ball at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Parma. The Pageant included young ladies varying in age from 18-26 years. Judges were representatives of each of the Polonia organizations that are members of the Polish American Congress-Ohio Division, the host of the 62nd Annual Constitution Weekend Celebration. Lotze received more than $500 in cash and prizes courtesy of Thomas Perciak. In addition, she has the opportunity to compete in the national 2010 Miss Polonia USA National Finals Pageant held October 23rd 2010 in New York City. The trip underwritten by Polish Roman Catholic Union District 5 Director and Kniola Travel Bureau owner Mitchell Bienia. National finalists even have the opportunity to travel to Poland and Represent the United States in the Miss Polonia worldwide competi­ tion. Last Sunday, Lotze participat­ ed in the PAC’s Grand Parade through Parma and will be request­ ed to represent the Polish American Congress, Ohio Division and its members at events throughout the year and relinquish her crown at the 2011 Polonia Ball. Walter Borkowski, PAC Chairman of the Miss Polonia Ohio contest said “I am pleased that a young lady of Lauren’s caliber will npt only be representing all of Ohio’s Polonia, but has the oppor­ tunity to win the Miss Polonia USA contest. I am confident that she will represent herself and all of Ohio's Polonia with class and grace.” A resident of North Lima, the 22year-old Lotze is senior at LaRoche College in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is expected to graduate in December 2011 with her Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design after which she plans to continue on to a Masters in Architecture. The other contestants included: Monika Duda, Runner Up, lives in Seven Hills and attends Walsh University as biology major/chemistry minor. A campus resident assistant and Dean's List student, she plans to go to dental school and establish her own prac­ tice. She received $250 prize cour­ tesy of Cleveland Society of Poles. Mary Ann Domzalski, 2nd Runner-up, lives in Sagamore Hills (L-R) Front: Domzalski, Bailey, Lotze, Duda, Lisowski. Back: Bienia, Bently, Relovsky, Borkowski, Poprik, Polichuk Congress. Special thanks go out to this year’s Miss Polonia Committee who members are as follows: Walter Borkowski, Miss Polonia Contest Chairman, Alternate National Director PAC, Trustee Cleveland Society of Poles; Rick Bentley, Sargeant-at-Arms PAC, Vice President Cleveland Society of Poles; Michael Polichuk, Former State Commander PLAV, Director of Polonia Foundation, Knight of Pulaski; Frances Lisowski, Commissioner of Union of Poles, a Division of the PNA, Director PAC, Grand Lady of Pulaski; Mark Relovsky, Director PAC, Director Union of Poles, a Division of PNA, Knight of Pulaski, Recording Secretary of Cleveland Society of Poles; Marianne Poprik, Community Outreach Coordinator for PolishYoungstown, President Emeritus of the Polish Arts Club of Youngstown; Mitch Bienia, Advisor Miss Polonia Ohio, Second VicePresident PAC, National District 5 Director PRCUA, Director & Knight of Pulaski Polonia Foundation. About the Polish American Congress: The Polish American Miss Polonia Lauren Lotze with Mitch Bienia Congress was formed in Buffalo in 1944 as an umbrella organization for all Polish social, cultural, edu­ cational, veterans and fraternal organizations so that America's Polish American community could be heard with one strong voice on important issues and events. Since the founding of the Ohio Division in 1948, the PAC has annually sponsored Ohio’s official celebra­ tion of the signing of Poland’s Constitution of May 3, 1791. For more information go to www.polishamerican.congressohio.com or write: 9999 Granger Road, Cleveland, OH 44125-5319 Polish American Club of Toms River Flag Raising Ceremony �v^viigicas-v/iiiu uivision, me nosi of the 62nd Annual Constitution Weekend Celebration. Lotze received more than $500 in cash and prizes courtesy- of Thomas Perciak. In addition, she has the opportunity to compete in the national 2010 Miss Polonia USA National Finals Pageant held October 23rd 2010 in New York NEW JERSEY - Recently, at Veteran’s Square in Harrison, Polish 'City. The trip underwritten by Americans celebrated Polish Constitution Day. In commemoration Polish Roman Catholic Union ot Poland’s 219th Anniversary, a celebration of Poland’s District 5 Director and Kniola Constitution of May 3,1791 - the first democratically adopted Travel Bureau owner Mitchell Constitution in Europe and the second democratically adopted Bienia. National finalists even have the Constitution next to that of the United States - was held. Participating in the ceremony and representing the Harrison Town opportunity to travel to Poland and Council were Harrison Councilman Larry Bennett, members of Represent the United States in the Miss Polonia worldwide competi­ the Harrison American Legion, the Pulaski Cadets U.S.A., and tion. Last Sunday, Lotze participat­ members of the United States Navy Color Guard from Groton, ed in the PAC’s Grand Parade Connecticut. For more information about the Pulaski Cadets, through Parma and will be request­ please contact 201.888.7794 - Richard Naprawa, business agent for ed to represent the Polish American Pulaski Cadets USA. • Submitted by Richard Naprawa Awarded Congress, Ohio Division and its members at events throughout the (L-R) Front: Domzalski, Bailey, Lotze, Duda, Lisowski. Back: Bienia, Bently, Relovsky, Borkowski, Poprik, Poiichuk Congress- S?£ out to this COmm' year’s Miss r foUows: . who members ^ ^Polonm Walter Bo*o«^ Alternate C0"%P raeX PAC. Trustee WckBenW. ^tCleveland PAC, Vice Presi ^^Aoundatiou.K^ Pulaski; Lisowski, Frances f union of P°leS’ Couuniasionet ’f ^^, Director DivisjonjU-PAC, 7^K»«aDi^ Miss Polonia Lauren Lotze with Mitch Bienia PAC Congress was formed in Buffalo in Chairman of the Miss Polonia Ohio °f 1944 as an umbrella organization Secretary of Cleveland contest said “I am pleased that a Recording Secretary for all Polish social, cultural, edu­ ity cational, veterans and fraternal young lady of Lauren’s caliber will Society of Poles; not only be representing all of On^r&ajor^ organizations so that America's Ohio’s Polonia, but has the oppor­ Polish American community could tunity to win the Miss Polonia SSrohshArrsClubof be heard with one strong voice on USA contest. I am confident that important issues and events. Since she will represent herself and all of Y0X^enia, Mvisor Miss the founding of the Ohio Division Ohio's Polonia with class and in 1948, the PAC has annually grace.” LO1°SenlPAC°katio^ District 5 sponsored Ohio’s official celebra­ A resident of North Lima, the 22Presidem FAC « irector & tion of the signing of Poland’s year-old Lotze is senior at LaRoche Constitution of May 3, 1791. For o' Butaski Polonia more College in Pittsburgh, information go to Pennsylvania. She is expected to www.polishamericancongressgraduate in December 2011 with cZreL: ne MisH A.er.can ohio.com or write: 9999 Granger her Bachelor of Arts in Interior Road, Cleveland, OH 44125-5319 Josephine Kline, Treasurer-Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; Design after which she plans to Bernadine Tarasek, President-Wilkes University Polish Room Committee; continue on to a Masters in Frank Stanitski, Donor-Judianne Stanitski Scholarship; Allison Slatinsky, Architecture. Club of Toms Receipent-Judianne Stanitski Scholarship; Jeri Jencen, Wilkes University The other contestants included: Polish Room Committee; Dr. Joseph E. Gilmour, President-Wilkes Flag Ceremony Monika Duda, Runner Up, lives University in Seven Hills and attends Walsh University as biology major/chemistry minor. A campus Matthew Gogas entered an essay contest that the resident assistant and Dean's List Christopher Hopkins Wilkes University Polish Room student, she plans to go to dental Zebra Communications, Wilkes University Committee holds each year to find school and establish her own prac­ students worthy of the scholar­ tice. She received $250 prize cour­ PENNSYLVANIA - Each year the ships. tesy of Cleveland Society of Poles. Wilkes University Polish Room In her essay Allison Slatinsky Mary Ann Domzalski, 2nd Committee (Wilkes-Barre, stated that her Polish heritage Runner-up, lives in Sagamore Hills Pennsylvania) selects a scholarship comes from her father’s side of the and Cuyahoga Community College recipient of high achievement and family. It was her great-grandpar­ grade point average who come ents who made the voyage to Ellis where she is finishing her associate from Polish background. During degree in Health and Human Island from Krakow, Poland. the 2009-2010 academic year they Services. Her goal is to become Slatinsky is a junior elementary chose two recipients made possible speech pathologist. She received education major at Wilkes by generous donations. The Wilkes $100 prize courtesy of George University. She holds two jobs, a NEW JERSEY - The Polish American Club of Toms River neia ns annum University Polish Room Sobieij. gymnastics instructor and a parale­ Committees’ annual Marie Kocyan Tara Bailey, 3rd Runner-up, lives Polish Flag raising ceremony commemorating Poland’s Constitution Day gal assistant. She is also a member at the Ocean County Administration Building on Monday, May 3, 2010. Scholarship recipient was Jami in Seven Hills, attends Normandy of the Education Club and is a From left to right holding the flag to be raised are: Freeholder Deputy Butczynski. The Polish Room also cheerleader at Wilkes University. High School. She is extremely Director, Gerry Little; Freeholder Joseph Vicari; Ed Chmiel, President, chose another scholarship recipient Both of the scholarship recipi­ active in her community, having Polish American Club of Toms River; Ed Dietl, American Polish Club of for the first time this year due to a ents participated in the Polish already completed more than 600 Whiting; Eva Marie Lakowitz, President, American Polish Club ot generous donation from Frank Room Presents...Polish Love hours of service at area veterans Stanitski. Allison Slatinsky was Poetry and High Tea event which hospitals. Her ambition is to kfe a I Whiting.and Frank. ZwQlinski.Viae.President of the P^lish^Amencan Chib purse. S^e-rec^vpd $5p prize cour­ I of Toms River. As th^fjag ^^pcing' pais^d, Regina, Siemens sang tpe cut 1 Scholarship.-The.tw.o students. (Please turn to Page 19) tesy.’ of' the Bolish ^American ! -national-.anthem. of. Poland'-J&szgz^ -Polska JHeZg:nela’.~.—- - =■ -----* S XTZ Am">Can Polish American Raising River �Congressman & Mrs. Paul Kanjorski - Wilkes-Barre Northeast Pedorthic Service Inc. - Plains Stiver (Benefactors Drs. Robert & Barbara Sadowski - Clark Summit Dr. & Mrs. Jan A. Olenginski - Mountaintop Mrs. Eugene R. Baut - Pringle Edward M. Balicki - Wilkes-Barre Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs - Wilkes-Barre Tara Tailoring & Custom Clothing - Plains (Bronze (Benefactors Engle Eyewear - Wilkes-Barre Bemadine Tarasek - Plains Biemacki Eye Assoc. - WB/Mountaintop Mr. & Mrs. Frank S. Norton - Pittston Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen - Laflin Polish Union of N.A - Wilkes-Barre Joan & Frank Westawski - Bear Creek Kniffen-O'Malley Funeral Home - Avoca NOVA Family Podiatry, P.C.- Eagleville Mr. & Mrs. Walter Haczewski - Gettysburg Sv(tietH Annual T&sciusz^o ScHotarsfiip (Bati Sponsored 6y The Polish (Rpom of Withes "University Sponsors Triangle Pharmacy - Mountaintop F.L Knorex Insurance Agency - Nanticoke Mr & Mrs. Walter S. Turowski ■ Nanticoke Martha F. Broda - Swoyersville Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Ledoretti - Wilkes-Barre Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pascoe - Hunlock Creek John & Jean Levandowski - Wilkes-Barre John & Dottie Stanky - Nanticoke Genevieve S. Witkowski - Kingston John & Mamyn Corcoran - Plains Dr. & Mrs. Norman Yatsko - Nanticoke Mr. & Mra. Clarence Ozgo - Plains Marysnn Drust - Wilkes-Barre Atex A. Vicki Silva - Scranton Mr. & Mrs. Patrick McDermott- W-B Mr. & Mrs Gerald Shekletski - Nanticoke Mr. & Mrs. Walter Sack - Dunmore Jerry & Ellen Mondlak - Pittston Frank Bohenek & Jean Cacko - Turikhannock Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Fritzen - Shavertown Mr. & Mrs. John Beshada - Hanover Twp. Rebecca Kulbaski - Ashley Donald Emerick - Plains Robert & Lois Mlinar - Carbondale Josephine A. Kline - Plains Al Yanovich Sr. - Wilkes-Barre Celia Kovalich - Glen Lyon Ms. Doiores Bennett - Palmyra, Va. John & Joanne iwanowski - Wyoming Janice 4 Pete DeMuro - Wiikes-Barre Kwiathowskl Real Estate - Hanover Twp (Patrons Jim 4 Colombia Jiunta - Wikes-Barre James Wieigopolski - Ashley Lee Zswateky - Laflin Pau! Hller - Mountaintop erank 4 Anne lewicki - Plains Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sobotka - Glen Lyon Edward Krystofosky - Larksville Helen Kopetchny - Swoyersville Angel Musso -- Moosic Mr. & Mrs. Michael Dzanko - Shavertown Bernard J Novabi’ski - Old Forge M. & Mrs Andrew J. Yakscoe -Mountaintop Mr. 4 Mra Jack Flannery - Laflin Anthony Muskas - Mountaintop Mr. 4 Mrs. Josh Turel - Dallas Adam Welch - Mountaintop Bernard Kuzminski - Hanover Twp. Charlie Schadder 4 Fran Villano - Hazleton L lllian Bogdon - Larksville Marge Magli - Exeter Maryann J. Frank - Bear Creek Twp Josephine T. Yuba - Edwardsville Mr. & Mrs. Richard Amico - West Pittston Delphine 4 Stanley - Hanover Twp Mr. 4 Mrs. Harold J. Golomb- Wilkes-Barre The Woodlands Inn (Rgsort Rpute 315 Wifihes-(Barre, Pennsylvania Saturday, January 16, 2010 5:00 p.m. Music (By Qeorge faraseh, Orchestra (Decorations Barbaras Custom <F(orat, Nanticoke �(program Schotarship Recipientfor 2009 - 2010 Welcome Mrs. Jeri Jecen $3,000 Introduction ofScholarship (Recipient... Jami Butczynski Miss Jami Butczynski English Major The National Anthem & Polish National Anthem Led6y tyorge darasehJDrchestra Invocation Mrs. Rose Fritzen $1,000 is also sent annually to The Kosciuszko Foundation In New York toward scholarships Wildes University (Polish (Rpom (Board of(Directors Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Alice Kwiatkowski. Mrs. Genevieve Witkowski Ms. Jule Wnorowski Mrs. Helen Grebski Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Mrs. Joan Dzanko Mrs. Josephine Kline (Batt Committee Chairperson Mrs. Jeri Jecen Co-Chairperson Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Invitations Mrs. Rose Fritzen (Decorations tvirs. Maryann Drust (Reservations ......................Mrs. Dorothy Tarasek (Patrons Mrs. Josephine Kline Publicity Mrs. Bernie Tarasek Officers ofcpoRsft <Rpom Committee dhe j(psciuszhp Scholarship (Ball Committee Wishes to thanRallwho helped in any way do male this (Balia great success! din ethnic organization dedicated to passing its tradition to ourfuture generations. (President Vice-President Secretary (FinancialSecretary dreasurer Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Mrs. Joan Dzanko Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Jeri Jecen Miss. Jule Wnorowski �STAPLES 80 $ SpUBJJ ■' t’uEijiA pa-ij S Bupueuaiv OS SJIAI ? JW i|6ew aSjevy IsojojsXjx P3 jquioa aoAop IIAI -SJ|/\| § -j|/y 31 'SJ1/M ? -J|/y ueqo 5 auag ZiiJy >4 neap is held in honor Polish Room Cc teemember&'frc and patronsjivai e annual Kosciuszko Township. The ball _ Wilkes University [background. Commit>phine Kline, sponsors publicity. r &lO^VJ.3U3Q)JVt^Us �Special (Be Edward M. Balicki - Wilkes-Barre Sifoe Mrs. Eugene R. Baut - Pringle Vincent Drapiewsk' MD - Wilkes-Be Dr. & Mrs. Jan A. Olenginski - Mour Dr. & Mrs. Frank Oishemski - Shav Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski - Wilke Tara Tailoring & Custom Clothing Bernadine Tarasek - Plains Jule Wnorowski - Dallas Biemacki Eye Assoc. - Wilkes-B John & Jean Levandowski - Car' Dr. Bernard A. Novabilski - Eag J & S Ralston Trucking Inc - PI Walter Haczewski - Gettysbun Polish Union of the U.S. of N. Richard & Jacqueline Am’.o Delphine Bienick- Hanover T Martha Broda - Swoyersville Maryann Drust - Laflin Maryann Frank - Eear Cree Harold & Audrey Golomb Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen • Diane & Steve Klem - Da Mrs. Helen Kopetchny Dolly & George Kubaskr Stanley & Joyce Latosk Bernard J. Novabilski Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pa Mr. Mrs. Walter Sack Alfred Yanovich. Sr. Bernadine Truszkov (Pat Jean K. Artiz- ’’rucksvllle Gene & Chantal Brutovsky - Kirkwoou,,. Mr. & Mrs. Leoy Conduff- Hanover Twp Mr. & Mrs. Michael Dzanko - Shavertown Mr JJoyce Dombrcwskl-Ge'rhardt - Kingston Ed Krystofosky - Kingston Fri Marge Magli - Moosic Ari Mr & Mrs George Mlsrick - Horsehead, NY l jd Alenandria Soletski - Plymouth Fred Villano & Charles Schadder - Hanover Twp Francis & Bernadine Sweeney - Shavertown ��Edward M. Balicki - Wi' Mrs. Eugene R. Baut - F Vincent Drapiewski, MC Dr. & Mrs. Jan A. Olenc Dr. & Mrs. Frank Olshe Rep. Eddie Day Pashii Tara Tailoring & Custc Bernadine Tarasek Jule Wnorowski - Dal O/pT? ■■//Vqon. Biernacki Eye Assoc. • John & Jean Levandc Dr. Bernard A. Novat J & S Ralston TrucWf Walter Haczewski - ( Polish Union of the I Richard & Jacqueline Delphine Blenick • rl Martha Broda - Swo Maryann Drjst - La' Maryann Frank- Br Harold & Audrey Gi Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Diane & Steve Kle Mrs. Helen tKopetr Dolly & Gec.-ge K Stanley & Jcyce I Bernard J. Nov?. Mr. & Mrs. Edwr Mr. Mrs. Waiter Alfred Yanovich Bernadine Trus Jean K. ArtizGene & Char Mr. & Mrs. Lf Mr. & Mrs. t.’ Joyce Domt Ed Krystofo Marge Mao Mr & Mrs C ■ Horse Alenandiis Fred Villano & Chants Francis & Bernadine Sweeney - Shave. .saidvis Or// 3,U5rjn?<,(J ... �< _ ® | ■ VIi hGh"5f • l/ft I ' EV Wilkes University Polish Room Committee is making plans for the annual Kosciuszko W 5 Um I No VAILLlJ Ball to be held Jan. 15 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. The ball is held in honor of Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a Polish-American Revolutionary War hero. The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosts the ball to raise scholarship money for students of Polish background. Commit­ tee members from left, are Jen Jecen, co-chairwoman; Dorothy Tarasek, chairwoman; Josphine Kline, sponsors and patrons; Ivana Kocon, reservations; Rose Fritzen, invitations, and Bernadine Tarasek, publicity. �THE CITE Planning under wayfor annual Kosciuszko Ball e rj a, The 61st annual Kosciuszko Ball will be held Jan. 15 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Town­ ship. Wilkes University Polish Room Committee hosts the ball to raise scholarship money for students of Polish background. George Tarasek Orchestra will provide music. From left, are Rose Fritzen, invita­ tions; Josephine Kline, sponsors and patrons; Bernadine Tarasek, publicity; Dorothy Tarasek, chairwoman; Jeri Jecen, co-chairwoman, and Ivana Kocon, reservations. �Special(Benefactors Edward M. Balicki - Wilkes-Barre Si^ty-First jFnnuaC Silver (Benefactors Mrs. Eugene R. Baut - Pringle Vincent Drapiewski, MD - Wilkes-Barre Dr. & Mrs. Jan A. Olenginski - Mountaintop Dr. & Mrs. Frank Olshemski - Shavertown Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski - Wilkes-Barre Tara Tailoring & Custom Clothing - Wilkes-Barre Bernadine Tarasek - Plains Jule Wnorowski - Dallas (Bronze (Benefactors Biemacki Eye Assoc. - Wilkes-Barre Alfred & Jane Groh - Kingston John & Jean Levandowski - Carbondale Mr. & Mrs. Frank S. Norton - Pittston Dr. Bernard A. Novabilski - Eagleville Polish Union of USA - Wilkes-Barre J & S Ralston Trucking Inc - Plains Frank & Joan Westawski - Bear Creek Walter Haczewski - Gettysburg Polish Union of the U.S. of N.A-Wilkes- Barre Sponsors Richard & Jacqueline Amico - West Pittston Mr. & Mrs. John Beshada - Hanover Twp Delphine Bienick - Hanover Twp Frank Bohenek - Tunkhannock Martha Broda - Swoyersville Mrs. Janiece DeMuro - Wilkes-Barre Maryann Drust- Laflin Donald J. Emerick - Plains Maryann Frank - Bear Creek Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Fritzen - Shavertown Harold & Audrey Golomb - Plants Hazelton Area Polonaise Society - Hazleton Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen - Laflin Lori Kaska - West Pittston Diane & Steve Klem - Dallas Josephine Kline - Plains Mrs. Helen Kopetchny - Swoyersville Mrs. Celia Kovallch - Glen Lyon Dolly & George Kubasko - Pittston Twp Bernard Kuzmlnskl - Pittston Twp Stanley & Joyce Latoski - Wilkes-Barre Jerry & Ellen Mondlak - Jenkins Twp Bernard J. Novabilskl - Old Forge Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Ozgo - Plains Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pascoe - Hunlock Creek Mr. & Mrs. John Rygiel - Wyoming Mr. Mrs. Walter Sack - Dunmore Genevieve Witkowski - Kingston Alfred Yanovich, Sr. - Wilkes-Barre Bernadine Truszkowski In Memory of Alex (Jolly Joe) Truszkowski - Hanover Twp (Patrons Jean K. Artiz-Trucksville Lillian Bogdon - Larksville Gene & Chantal Brutovsky - Kirkwood, NY Mr. & Mrs. Jack Burns - Swoyersville Mr. & Mrs. Leroy Conduff- Hanover Twp Bill & Joan Coniglio - Swoyersville Mr. & Mrs. Michael Dzanko - Shavertown Mr. Fashions - Hanover Twp Joyce Dombrowski-Gebhardt - Kingston Mary Ann B. Keating - Kingston Ed Krystofosky - Kingston Frank & Ann Lewicki - Plains Marge Magli - Moosic Angelo Musso - Moosic Mr & Mrs George Misnick - Horsehead, NY Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sobotka - Glen Lyon Alenandria Soletski - Plymouth Josephine Zuba - Edwardsville Fred Villano & Charles Schadder- Hanover Twp Francis & Bernadine Sweeney - Shavertown ‘Kosciuszfa Scholarship Ball Sponsored 6y (The (Polish (Rpom Of (Wildes University Ihe (Woodlands Inn Resort (Rpute 315 (Wilfcgs-iBarre, (Pennsylvania Saturday, January 15, 2011 5:00 p.m. Music (By Qeorge farase^ Orchestra (Decorations Matterns (Florist, (Wil^es-(Barre �(Program Scholarship Recipientfor 2010 - 2011 (The Polish Rpom Committee Scholarship given 6y (Withes University Polish Rpom Committee Amount - $3,000 Miss Rachel Miller Pharmacy Major Judianne Stanitshi Scholarship Amount - $1000 Miss Amanda Kocher Accounting Major (Withes University PoRsh Rpom (Board of(Directors Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Alice Kwiatkowski. Mrs. Genevieve Witkowski Ms. Helen Grebski Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Mrs. Joan Dzanko Mrs. Josephine Kline The TCpsciuszhp Scholarship (Ball Committee "Wishes to thanhadwho helped in any way To mahe this (Balla great success! yin ethnic organization dedicated to passing its tradition to ourfuture generations. "Welcome Mrs. Dorothy Tarasek Introduction ofScholarship Recipients Rachel Miller Amanda Kocher The National Anthem & Polish National Anthem Led 6y Qcorge TarasehOrchestra Invocation Rev. Paul Filip (Batf Committee Chairperson... Co-Chairperson Invitations.... Reservations.., (Patrons (Publicity Mrs. Dorothy Tarasek Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek .Mrs. Rose Fritzen .Mrs. Ivana Kocon .Mrs. Josephine Kline .Mrs. Bernie Tarasek Officers ofPotisH Room Committee (president Vice-President Secretary FinancialSecretary Treasurer Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Mrs. Joan Dzanko Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Josephine Kline �Wilkes University students Amanda Kocher, left, and Rachel Miller are recipients of the Kosciuszko Schol­ arship. From left, Josephine Kline, pa­ trons committee member; Ivona Kocon, reservations committee member; Dorothy Wilkes University Polish Room Committee’s 61st Annual Kosciusko iait PHOTOGRAPHY BY GALE FIGLERSKI <D I K - jh /> j., ,I woman; lert Jecen, co-chair­ woman; and Bernadine Tarasek, publicity com­ mittee member. Absent from the picture is Rose Fritzen, invita­ tions committee member. Lois and Robert Mlinar of Carbondale dance during the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee’s 61st Annual Kosciusko Ball on Jan. 15 at Wood lands Inn and Resort in Plains Township. Ivona Kocon, committee member, - F" MIVU John Breznak of Hazleton. Maria Witek, left, of Mountain Tr Chantal , . a"' K Angelo Musso of Moosic and Marge n/ianli of Exeter. From left, William Vinsko Sr. and wife, Joan, and Paula and Attorney Bill Vinsko Jr., all of Wilkes-Barre. (0 �Out Wilkes University students Amanda Kocher, left, and Rachel Miller are recipients of the Kosciuszko Schol­ arship. Wilkes University Polish Room Committee’s 61st Annual Kosciusko Umil PHOTOGRAPHY BY GALE FIGLERSKI From left, Jose­ phine Kline, pa­ trons committee member; Ivona Kocon, reserva­ tions committee member; Dorothy woman; leri Jecen, co-chairwoman; and Bernadine Tarasek, publicity com­ mittee member. Absent from the picture is Rose Fritzen, invita­ tions committee member. 3 o o B 3 o 2 □ O a => => a VI o 3 u> (5 S 8 -1 3 2 a3 $ .2 S3 28S2. _3 5 < 3 ® ° S-o $ - -C G> ro □ O J S> l» (9 W j a> ‘ «» E 2-® n sur cn - 3 O M o 3 Lois and Robert Mlinar of Carbondale dance during the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee’s 61st Annual Kosciusko Ball on Jan. 15 at Wood­ lands Inn and Resort in Plains Township. —* I c/> tn Ivona Kocon, committee member, of Mountain Top and brother-in-law John Breznak of Hazleton. Mana Witek, left, of Mountain Ton and Angelo Musso of Moosic and Marge Chantal Brutovsky of Kirkwood, |Jy Magli of Exeter. From left, William Vinsko Sr. and wife, Joan, and Paula and Attorney Bill Vinsko Jr., all of Wilkes-Barre. : �CLICK �?en. who tted was BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Jackie and Robert Barkus, both of Kingston CITIZENS' VOICE I SUj Polish Room to BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Dr. Sharon and U.S. Army Lt. Col. (Ret.) Edmund Sieminski, both of Mountain Top BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Ivona and Chris Kocon, left, and Wanda and Z.J. Witczak, all of Mountain Top ond year K Thomas MiW the Judiann Stanl to Amanda Kocher, daur^Bi Kocher of Dallas. From left, al Rachel Miller. To receive an ------------- „ . QO4-r | _________ ________ THEM Get glossy prints, coffee mugs or mouse pad: Find photos from CLICK or from our �f 4 * ps f ra 8 m 3 I 08 <a i a 5 £ I’8 MI corn ITIZENS' VOICE I SUNDA 1| 5 a M § 5§ Polish Room to w fi'/isifi 4i 2 ii sl £ Jzko A $3,000 &r, a sec­ orn ond Mrs. ond '83^3. scholarship, Thomas presented the Judiann Sta Mrs. Kenneth to Amanda Kocher, ja Kocher and Kocher of Dallas. From left, Rachel Miller. To receive an invita.u. X, call Rose at Cd rt — P g. © ■ 8 S = js ci T8 C4 htl o U -S 8 O co WJ & <U <U M) a B rt M) 'o 8 j I Polish Room Committee to present scholarships at Kosciuszko Ball dch^be*-' M) rt The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will award two scholarships at the Kosciuszko Ball to be held on Jan.15 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to Rachel Miller, a second-year pharmacy major. Miller is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Miller, Wyoming. The $1,000 Judiann Stanitski Scholar­ ship will be awarded to Amanda Kocher, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kocher, Dallas. From left are Kocher and Miller. For 8 o more information, call Rose at 696-3076 or Bernie at 824-8323. ca w) Q a 5 I i m 1 Si S �Polish Room Committee to present scholarships at Kosciuszko Ball The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will award two scholarships at the Kosciuszko Ball to be held on Jan.15 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to Rachel Miller, a second-year pharmacy major. Miller is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Miller, Wyoming. The $1,000 Judiann Stanitski Scholar­ ship will be awarded to Amanda Kocher, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kocher, Dallas. From left are Kocher and Miller. For more information, call Rose at 696-3076 or Bernie at 824-8323. a S sg *1 s I■s <3 § 75 C/3 CITIZENS'VOICE I SUNDAY, JANUARY 9, 2011 II C3 □ 5 Polish Room to award scholarships u5 M sj Polish Room Committee to present scholarships at Kosciuszko Ball Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will award two scholarships Jan. 15 at the Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands Inn, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be presented to Rachel Miller, a sec­ ond year pharmacy major, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Miller of Wyoming, and a $1,000 scholarship, the Judiann Stanitski scholarship, will be presented to Amanda Kocher, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kocher of Dallas. From left, are Amanda Kocher and Rachel Miller. To receive an invitation, call Rose at E o o CJ o Q o O E bo c3 Q. M) "g o S S C2 o O u C4 £ <u E o The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will award two scholarships at the Kosciuszko Ball to be held on Jan.15 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to Rachel Miller, a second-year pharmacy major. Miller is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Miller, Wyoming. The $1,000 Judiann Stanitski Scholar­ ship will be awarded to Amanda Kocher, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kocher, Dallas. From left are Kocher and Miller. For more information, call Rose at 696-3076 or Bernie at 824-8323. ano joanne rryqie). 5 « C = § a 0 £ u! <D �March 16,2011 ACPC Youth Leadership Conference June 19-25,2011 THE POST EAGLE Wilkes University Polish Room Sponsors Kosciuszko Scholarship Ball The 61st Annual Kosciuszko Scholarship Ball sponsored by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee was held on January 15, 2011 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains, PA. Two scholarships were presented: 1st - $3,000; 2nd - $1,000. It was a beautiful and glamorous affair, and a good time was had by all who attended. By Jo Louise Winters, PR Chair The Youth Leadership Conferences (YLC) have been sponsored by the American Council for Polish Culture (ACPC) since 1994 in Washington, DC. The 2011 Conference is planned and directed by Irena Mirecki, YLC Chair/ACPC Financial Secretary, and Thaddeus Mirecki, ACPC Immediate Past President & 1st V.P. PAC Washington Metro Area Div. The Conference assists youths of Polish background who are interested in civic and political activism to realize their full poten­ tial and to assume leadership roles in various fields at all levels of society. The week-long Conference is scheduled for June 19-25, 2011. It is an up close and intensive opportunity for 20 to 25 young Polish Americans, chosen from all over the U.S., to explore the politi­ cal processes and interact with national and international leaders in the realms of foreign policy, business, science, education, jour­ nalism, culture, Polish American and east-central European affairs. It is open to high school graduates or college students ages 17 to 26 of Polish descent. A deposit of $50 (refundable) will guarantee a place Page 9 Submitted by Bernadine Tarasek Mr. & Mrs. Ivana & Chris Kocon SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: Amanda Kocher (left) Accounting Major and Rachel Miller (right) second year Pharmacy Major Committee members. Standing 1-r: Josephine Kline, Sponsors; Dorothy Tarasek, Chairperson; Jeri Jecen, Co-Chairperson. Seated, Bernadine Tarasek. Mr. & Mrs. John Levandoski as space is limited. The . Youth Leadership Conferences have always been fully subscribed as young Polish Americans from across the USA eagerly seek to participate in this unique occasion to meet face-toface and hold in-depth discussions with U.S. Senators and Representatives; government offi­ cials in the Departments of State, Commerce, Treasury, Defense, and the Intelligence Agency; nationally known journalists and authors; political scientists in “think tanks”; officials of the Embassy of the Republic of Poland; as well as prominent figures of Polonia, busi­ ness and the professions. Among the many fine presentations at last year’s (2010) conference, the fol­ lowing are good examples of the type of programs to be expected this year, e.g.: • Ambassador Robert Kupiecki met with the group at the Embassy of the Republic of Poland. • Several presentations at the Institute of World Politics (IWP), graduate school of national security Jean Chacko and Frank Bohemk Seated, 1-r: Maryann Frank, Rita Sacks, Lois Mlinar. Standing, 1-r: Joan Hannon, Josephine Kline, Donald Emerick, Mairian Biemas, Bernard Kuzminski. Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Ozgo Maryann Keating & Bernard Novobilski Left to Right: Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sobotka, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Shekletski, Mr. & Mrs. Gene Brutowsky and Mrs. Helen Kopetchny. Dr. & Mrs. Basil Rudusky �xuvus o< ctvic and political e rcaVrze their full poten<vv*Xa ua assume leadership roles 'o various Yields at ail levels of society. The week-long SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: Conference is scheduled for June Amanda Kocher (left) Accounting 19-25,2011. Major and Rachel Miller (right) It is an up close and intensive second year Pharmacy Major opportunity for 20 to 25 young Polish Americans, chosen from ah over the U.S., to explore the politi­ cal processes and interact with national and international leaders in the realms of foreign policy, business, science, education, jour­ nalism, culture, Polish American and east-central European affairs. It is open to high school graduates or college students ages 17 to 26 of Polish descent. A deposit of $50 (refundable) will guarantee a place as space is limited. The Youth Leadership Conferences have always been fully subscribed as young Polish Americans from across the USA eagerly seek to participate in this unique occasion to meet face-toface and hold in-depth discussions with U.S. Senators and Representatives; government offi­ cials in the Departments of State, Commerce, Treasury, Defense, and the Intelligence Agency; nationally known journalists and authors; political scientists in “think tanks”; officials of the Embassy of the Republic of Poland; as well as prominent figures of Polonia, busi­ ness and the professions. Among the many fine presentations at last year’s (2010) conference, the fol­ lowing are good examples of the type of programs to be expected this year, e.g.: • Ambassador Robert Kupiecki met with the group at the Embassy of the Republic of Poland. • Several presentations at the Institute of World Politics (IWP), graduate school of national security & international affairs concluding with talk by IWP dean Marek Chodakiewicz. • Talk at Library of Congress by Regina Frackowiak, Head of the European Reading Room. • Group met with Dr. Andrzej Raczko, outgoing Alternate Exec. Dir. at the Inti. Monetary Fund, in the IMF group of countries that includes Poland. • “Legacy of the White Eagle” presented by Dr. Julian Kulski, a participant of the Warsaw Uprising Committee members. Standing 1-r: jusepnine Kline, Sponsors; Dorothy Tarasek, Chairperson; Jeri Jecen, Co-Chairperson. Seated, Bernadine Tarasek. Mr. & Mrs. John Levandoski Jean Chacko and Frank Bohenik Seated, 1-r: Maryann Frank, Rita Sacks, Lois Mlinar. Standing, 1-r: Joan Hannon, Josephine Kline, Donald Emerick, Mairian Bienias, Bernard Kuzminski. Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Ozgo Maryann Keating & Bernard Novobilski Left to Right: Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sobotka, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Shekletski, Mr. & Mrs. Gene Brutowsky and Mrs. Helen Kopetchny. Dr. & Mrs. Basil Rudusky Dr. & Mrs. John Presper Left to Right: Mr. & Mrs. Gene Brutowsky, Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pascoe. Standing: Mrs. Delphine Bienick and Mr. Stanley Skoneczki. Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen (Please turn to Page 16) — - Page 10 Polka, Notes - Pages 11-12 | Newspaper 2nd aassMdll-liateMailedkll-ir-] jcagte These people are the first to make a contribution to the Reward Program that has recently been implemented in order to bring crimi­ nals who commit serious crimes in the City of Clifton to justice. The Athenia Business Association has organized this program that works hand in hand with local authorities when a person commits a despicable crime against another human being. The Police and Sheriffs department would furnish thp ar a ------ *.•— « Kamil Laszczyk Scores Second Round TKO Over Emil Brooks, Wins Pro Debut �tne Post'Ean/p VOLUME 49 NUMEER 1! >IUMR*9 Visa Waiver For Poland - Page 3 LIBYA: Poland Against NATO Intervention ■ Page 3 The State of the Nation: SpiritualDeath? - Page 2 (editorial) Polish &Jewish ffofocousr Survivors Welcomed At Museum _______ NEW JERSEY- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2t)11 Polish Amateur Boxing Star S!‘For Pro Deb“‘ On “Todas Cwtra Mexico” SSissa ===== Mass ===—=- work will be announced shortly. last week, female amateur boxing The 18-year-old Karolina star Karolina Owczarz is set to Owczarz of Lodz, Poland is t embark on her professional career second product of the Glob on the upcoming Mexican boxing Boxing Foundation, which w reality show, “Todas Contra founded by Mariusz Kolodziej Mexico,” or “All Against Mexico.” give Polish amateur boxers The show is produced by chance to fulfill their dreams i MapiTV, with Global Boxing fighting abroad professionally. President and female boxing star “We are very happy to suppo Maureen Shea hosting. Taping Karolina and her career,” said tl begins next week in Chiapas, Global Boxing CEO Kolodzie Mexico. Karolina is an incredible talen Todas Contra Mexico” will and her class and dignity elevat match a team of talented female the sport of boxing as well as th boxers from around the world Polish community." against a team of Mexican boxers The first Global Boxini week in New York. For more on Karolina Owczarz Global Boxing, visit www.globalboxing.com. Thank You Two words that v/e want to say to the following contributors who are helping to make our town a safer place to live in: - Page 6 ARTSBEAT With Stas Kmiec - Page 4 ■ Page 10__________ Polka Notes -Pages 11-12 Newspaper 2nd Class Mail - Date Mailed 3-11-11 • The Cupo Companies - Tom and Jeffery Cupo • Nationwide Bail Bonds • Clifton PBA Local #36 • Clifton FMBA • Castle Realty Group • The Post Eagle These people are the first to make a contribution to the Reward Program that has recently been implemented in order to bring crimi­ nals who commit serious crimes in the City of Clifton to justice. The Athenia Business Association has organized this program that works hand in hand with local authorities when a person commits a despicable crime against another human being. The Police and Sheriffs department would furnish the ABA with information about the individual who has committed a crime and is on the loose. The ABA would distribute flyers, information and photo to all business­ es to be posted so that we can have over 90,0000 pairs of eyes working together to bring this person to justice. We have already heard from some neighboring town officials who have commended our efforts and wish to form an alliance with this program. This would extend the coverage to neighboring towns, making it even harder for any criminal to be safe in public. This type of program has been in existence as far back as the cowboy era and is responsible for bringing many criminals to justice. It is no secret that money has always been a great motivator. Contributions from individuals or businesses can be in any amount. It is one of the best investments you can make for your town’s safe­ ty. We like to look at it as an insurance policy that if something should go wrong, we have an additional avenue to get help from. You can not put a price on life. Kamil Laszczyk Scores Second Round TKO Over Emil Brooks, Wins Pro Debut NEW YORK (March 4, 2011) - Six-time Polish national amateur champion Kamil Laszczyk of Wroclaw, Poland made March 4 a date to remember, as he scored a ‘Terrific” Gist. “It was a great introduction to American boxing fans for Kamil, said Global Boxing President and NABF female featherweight cham- �t k Estate of 'Na Nation: emoarK on ^.^^exican boxing on the uPconuS..Todas Contra reality „sh°^u Against Mexico.” Mexico ” “J^oduced by The show ,1S„.PObal Boxing MapiTV, boxing star President and < hosting Taping Sp'wituQj Death? • Poge 2. Polish & Jewish Boxing Foundation, which was founded by Mariusz Kolodz.ej to give Polish amateur boxers a chance to fulfill their dreams of fighting abroad professionally. “We are very happy to support Karolina and her career,” said the Maureen S k -n chiapas, Global Boxing CEO Kolodziej. begins nexi “Karolina is an incredible talent, MC.-Todas Contra Mexico” will and her class and dignity elevate match a team of talented female the sport of boxing as well as the boxers from around the world Polish community." against a team of Mexican boxers The first Global Boxing ) Thank You Holocaust Surmwi WelcomedAt Museum - Page 6 ARTSBEAT With Stas Kmiec - Page 4 - Page 10 Polka, /Votes •Pages 11-12 Newspaper 2nd Class Mail - Date Mailed 3-11-11 Two words that we want to say to the following contributors who are helping to make our town a safer place to live in: The Cupo Companies - Tom and Jeffery Cupo Nationwide Bail Bonds Clifton PBA Local #36 Clifton FMBA Castle Realty Group The Post Eagle These people are the first to make a contribution to the Reward Program that has recently been implemented in order to bring crimi­ nals who commit serious crimes in the City of Clifton to justice. The Athenia Business Association has organized this program that works hand in hand with local authorities when a person commits a despicable crime against another human being. The Police and Sheriffs department would furnish the ABA with information about the individual who has committed a crime and is on the loose. The ABA would distribute flyers, information and photo to all business­ es to be posted so that we can have over 90,0000 pairs of eyes working together to bring this person to justice. We have already heard from some neighboring town officials who have commended our efforts and wish to form an alliance with this program. This would extend the coverage to neighboring towns, making it even harder for any criminal to be safe in public. This type of program has been in existence as far back as the cowboy era and is responsible for bringing many criminals to justice. It is no secret that money has always been a great motivator. Contributions from individuals or businesses can be in any amount. It is one of the best investments you can make for your town’s safe­ ty. We like to look at it as an insurance policy that if something should go wrong, we have an additional avenue to get help from. You can not put a price on life. With your help we can make Clifton one of the safest places to live. Please make contributions to the Athenia Business Association (Reward Program), 800 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013 Sincerely Matt Grabowski, President ABA Kamil Laszczyk Scores Second Round TKO NEW YORK (March 4, 2011) Six-time Polish national amateur champion Kamil Laszczyk of Wroclaw, Poland made March 4 a date to remember, as he scored a second round TKO over Emil Brooks (0-3) of Buffalo, NY to win his professional debut at the Cordon Bleu Banquet Hall in Woodhaven, NY. The time of stop­ page was 1:25. Laszczyk, 20, is promoted by Global Boxing Promotions and trained by Aroz DON CAREY/THE TIMES L Bob and Lois Mlinar dance Saturday at the 62nd annual Kosci ko Ball at the Woodlands on Saturday. “Terrific” Gist. “It was a great introduction to American boxing fans for Kamil,” said Global Boxing President and NABF female featherweight cham­ pion Maureen Shea. “He showed composure and fought a smart game plan. I feel there is a very bright future for the young man.” Added Global Boxing CEO Mariusz Kolodziej: “He did a good (Please turn to Page 16) foods were sampled, oplatek was shared, St. Nicholas made a surprise visit and everyone sang Christmas songs in both Polish and English. Chairperson for the event was Audrey Brozena. Also on the committee were Bernardine Sweeney, co-chairperson; Theresa Sabol and Marie Amico, decorations; Fran Macy and Ma­ rie Voitek, reservations; Joyce Latoski, publicity; Helen Grebski, adviser; Bernadine Tarasek; Delphine Bienick; and Jean Levandowski. Leading the singing, frnm 1AM* * *’ �Polish students get aid Two from county who attend Wilkes receive scholarships at 62nd annual Kosciuszko Ball. By GERI GIBBONS Times Leader Correspondent ■ Wilkes University’s Polish Room Committee presented two Wilkes University students with scholarships on Saturday night, which not only helped pay their tuition but also celebrated their Polish heritage. Justin Balint, Drums, a senior pharmacy/Spanish major, and Lauren Para, Jenkins Township, a sophomore pharmacy major, were awarded two separate scholarships on Saturday night at the 62nd annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands Inn and Resort. Balint was presented with a $3,000 scholarship from the com­ mittee and Para received a $1,000 Judianne Stanitski Scholarship, donated by Frank and Monica Stanitski. Both have maintained perfect averages during their col­ lege careers and both have dem­ onstrated financial need. Nine applications were re­ ceived for the scholarships and were reviewed by a panel of judg­ es. “It is an honor to consistently support students of Polish de­ scent who attend Wilkes,” said Bemadine Tarasek, president of the Polish Room Committee. Tarasek said the committee works hard to keep the Polish heritage alive. Tarasek said some members of the committee also worked hard on the dance floor while practic­ ing for the Polonaise. She said the Woodlands was “nice enough” to lend them a room to practice the traditional Polish dance. Every aspect of the event, in­ cluding music provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra, the Polonaise dance and the present­ ation of the scholarships, high­ lighted the committee’s desire to preserve the Polish heritacp in the local community. The ball is a tribute to Gen. Thaddeus Kosciuszko, who fought for America in the Revolu­ tionary War and was committed to democratic principles. He was granted American citizenship and was a national hero both in the United States and Poland. Polish Room Committee C7 hosts Wigilia Dinner 6 DON CAREY/THE TIMES L Bob and Lois Mlinar dance Saturday at the 62nd annual Koscl ko Ball at the Woodlands on Saturday. The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee recently held O its second annual Wigilia Dinner at the Frank and Dorothea Henry Y-l Student Center, Wilkes University O campus. Traditional Polish Wigilia foods were sampled, oplatek was shared, St. Nicholas made a surprise visit and everyone sang Christmas songs in both Polish and English. Chairperson for the event was Audrey Brozena. Also on the committee were Bernardine Sweeney, co-chairperson; Theresa Sabol and Marie Amico, decorations; Fran Macy and Ma­ rie Voitek, reservations; Joyce Latoski, publicity; Helen Grebskl, adviser; Bernadine Tarasek; Delphine Bienick; and Jean Levandowski. Leading the singing, from left, are Alice Kwiatkowski and Joanne Rygiel. �Poe< PdJS-HQubJ 3-3-Jx WILKES-BARRE 1116 Wilkes UniversityPolish * s-- si... a a Room Committee will meet at 5 p.m. March 13 at Costello's, Wyoming Avenue, Edwardsville. Those attending will order from the restaurant's menu. Members and guests are invited. For information or reservations, call Joyce at 823-5743. The Polish Room Committee is in the process of planning a cookbook. Everyone attending the meeting is asked to bring recipes for the cookbook. The Polish Room is located on the Wilkes University campus at the Eugene S. Farley Library. The room contains many Polish arti­ facts. The Polish Room is open to the public during some Wilkes University events and by appointment. n �. Polish (Ml SUNDAY, JANUARY 29, 2012 PAGE 15A qualii orner ancial ',of th rwes 62ND ANNUAL KOSCIUSZKO BALL AT THE WOODLANDS rd hop Jean Levandowskl, Josephine Kline and Bernadlne Tarasek DON CAREY PHOTOS/THE TIMES LEADI Joseph and Dorothy Vogl with Kay and George Mlsnick Jerl Jecen, Rose Fritzen and Dorothy Tarasek i Bill and Joan Conlgllo Angelo Musso and Marg Magli ■"wd �ICXl/*|| yw& Out & About 62nd annual Kosciuszko Scholarship Ball GAIL FIGLERSKI / THE CITIZENS’ VOICE llllllllllllllilllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll* Guests participate in the Polonaise dance at the 62nd annual Kosciuszko Scholarship Ball at the Woodlands Inn and Resort Above: Jean Chacko of Avoca dances through the arch during the Polonaise dance. At right: First row, from left, are Donald Emerick and Josephine Kline, Plains. Second row: Joan Hannon and Maryann Frank, Bear Creek. �^ol^^nwSir^V^Ta^riSg aw March 14, 2012 Page 7 THE POST EAGLE Wilkes University Polish Room Committee Hosts 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball PENNSYLVANIA - The 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Bali, hosted by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee, was held on January 21, 2012 at the Woodlands Inn in Plains Township. It was a huge success! Mr. Justin J. Balint was the recipient of the $3,000.00 scholarship from the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee. Miss Lauren M. Para was the recipient of the $1,000.00 Judianne Stanitski Scholarship presented by Frank and Monica Stanitski. Music was provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Dance instructor, Ivana Kocon, led the Polonaise. Thanks to everyone who attended! - Submitted by Bernadine Tarasek Mr. & Mrs. Frank and Alice Kwiatkowsky Ball Committee. L-R: Jeri Jecen, Co-Chairperson; Dorothy Tarasek. deco­ rations; Jean Levandoski, Chairperson; Josephine Kline, sponsor and patron: Bernadine Tarasek. publicity, Rose Fritzen, invitations; Joyce Latoski. programs (absent from picture); and Ivana Kocon, reservations (absent from picture). Dancing the Polonaise John and Margaret Sokoloski Seated, 1-r: Gerald Shekletski, Irene Shekletski, Kathy Sherrick. Standing, 1-r: Ann Sweeney, John Benosutti, Rita Sack and Richard Sherrick. �O Andre Berner and Dolores Seated: Andrew and Jeri Jecen. Standing: Rose & Jeffery Fritzen. Seated. 1-r: Jean Chacko, Frank Bohenek. Standing, l-r: Rita Sack, Walter Sack. �CXJlCUflnhl Page 8 THE POST EAGLE Wilkes University Polish Room Committee’s Second Annual Wigilia Dinner PENNSYLVANIA - Traditional Polish Wigilia foods were sampled, oplatek was shared, St. Nicholas made a surprise visit, and everyone sang Christmas songs in Polish and English. The Wilkes University Polish Room Committee recently held its second annual Wigilia Dinner at the Frank and Dorothea Henry Student Center on the Wilkes University Campus, Wilkes-Barre, PA Members of the Wigilia Committee are pictured above: seated (left to right) Fran Macy, Marie Voitek, Florence Sowa, Audrey Brozena; stand­ ing (left to right) Bernadine Tarasek, Jean Levandowski, Joyce Latoski, Marie Amico, Theresa Sabol, Delphine Bienick, Bemardine Sweeney. St. Nicholas portrayed by Helen Grebski. Sitting: Audrey Brozena, Chairperson receiving a gold coin. L-R: Alice Kwiatkowski, and JoAnn Rygiel. L-R: Donna Stankiewicz and Dolores Karas. �L-R: Josephine Kline, Donald Emerick, Bob Sobotka^ L-R: Bob Sobotka, Carol Sobotka, Irene Shekletski and Jerry Shekletski. L-R: Mary Ann Martin, Alexandria Soletski, and Nancy Ristanio. L-R: Celia Kovalick and Susan Najaka kr purchai xaderPhr L-R: Mary AnnDrust. Jeri Jecen, Rose Fritzen. L-R: Marie Amico, Theresa Sabol, Maryann Martin L-R: Fran Macy, Marie Voitek, Joan Brunges L-R: Jackie Gebhart, Brittany Gebhart, Joyce Gebhart, Janice DeMuro. �_ In Loving Memory of Karen M. Bednarski November 29, 2011 . fe"nad ire I ; Poll Club George Tarasek is the owner ot Tara Tailoring and Custom Made Clothing in Wilkes-Barre. Tarasek, 57, attended Sacred Heart High School and King’s College. He and his wife, Dorothy, live in Laflin. O GENTLEST heart of Jesus, ever present in the Blessed Sacrament, ever consumed with burning love for the poor captive souls in Purgatory, have mercy on the Soul of Thy departed servant. Be not severe in Thy judgement but let some drops of Thy Precious Blood fall upon the devouring flames, and do Thou O Merciful Saviour, send Thy Angels to conduct Thy departed servant to a place of refreshment, light and peace. Amen. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. BEDNARSKI - THOMAS Funeral Home 27 Park Avenue. Wilkes-Barre. Pa 18702 George Tarasek is the owner of Tara Tailoring and Custom Made Clothing in Wilkes-Barre. Tarasek, 57. attended Sacred Heart High School and King's College He and his wife, Dorothy, live in Laflin. You said that the only jobs you have ever had involved clothing and tailoring Take us through the progression over the years. “I started working at the John B. Stetz Clothing Store while attending high school and college around 1971. Then the flood of '72 hit the downtown hard. The Stetz shop was the first store to reopen after the flood. It opened the Friday after Thanksgiving in 1972. While I was in college I continued to work at the store and learn the tailoring trade. I would watch the master tailor. John Kozak, on my lunch break and learn how to fix clothes. It turned into a profession after John Stetz. who was the coat maker, and John (Kozak) showed me many things and taught me well In 1978,1 was working part time at the store and tailoring on the side for awhile I began working at Bevan's Menswear in 1979 where I Tarasek is the owner of Tara Tailoring and Custom Ma was a salesman during the day and a tailor by night. made the decision to go back to my roots and make a 180 degree turn back to tailonng and custom-made clothing I moved from the downtown location to River Street in 2010 and renamed the store Tara Tailoring and Custom Made Clothing and have been doing well here ever since." Finally, in 1984,1 opened my own shop, called Tailoring by George, where I concentrated on tailonng and custom-made clothing. In 1989 I turned it into a men's store and called it Tara Men's Clothing The Tara is the first half of my last name and was just easier for people to remember The store was now a full service specialty clothing store In 2008, my store was the last specialty store to sell clothina in downtown Wilkes-Barre before it closed. I You spoke of the two gentlemen at the Stetz store as havit,a «.,ua„ oif/yavc vn jrt/ur rucurv aiiu me. vvnu r else has been influential as you made your way? “My wife Dorothy played a huge part in helping me open my own store in 1984 She worked hard and was instrumental in the future success of the shop I also have to mention the impact my father had on me growing up. He actually used to take me to the John B. Stetz store where he would purchase clothing. I admired him as being a very good dresser and would also buy my clothes while there’ So would you say your father was a role model for you? “He and my mother were both very influential on me and were people that I looked up to for sure My father and I did everything together We were very close. You could definitely say my mother was instrumental in my development as a musician when I was younger She persuaded and encouraged me to learn an instrument and that would also pay off years later " How so. in regards to learning an instrument? ‘My dad had a band from 1965 to around 1990 I took over the band when he passed away and it has been a big part of my life ever since. I call it GTO (George Tarasek Orchestra) and love performing music." From the music field to the big and small screen, what are some of your favorite movies or television shows? “I am a huge Star Trek fan The old Star Trek series and I actually enjoyed the reboot in 2009 as well I love John Wayne movies, too I have to mention Cary Grant He was the epitome of a well-dressed man. I remember his outfit or suit in North by Northwest and the impact it had on me What a great dresser." Where do you like to travel? "The wife and I loved Hawaii We also ventured to Mexico and Jamaica and had great times at those locales as well." What are some memorable moments for you over the years? “My wife is a big part of my moments and life She gave me a great Christmas present the one year. It was a gift that allowed me to dnve a NASCAR car around the track at high speeds. That was exhilarating. I have to say meeting Boots Randolph, the saxophonist, was also a high point I met him twice, and about 10 years ago, he signed a pair of CDs for me That was a wonderful experience When it comes to my business, I was once asked to carry the Armani line of clothing in my store. The epitome of men’s clothing ’ John Gordon writes about area people for the Meet feature Reach him at 970-7229 Select images available for purchase in the Times Leader Photo Store Story Tools More �about in and around Wilkes-Barre THE CITIZENS' VOICE Florence Sowa of Sheatown delivers the invocation. 27 The Polish Room contains many Polish artifacts and is open to the public during university events and by appointment. - Al Yanovich of Wilkes-Barre receives a gold coin from St. Nicholas repre­ senting good luck and prosperity for the new year. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2011 rom left, Josephine Zuba of Edwardsville, Joyce Dombroski-Gebhardt and jnevieve Witkowski, both of Kingston, enjoy the dinner. �£[-h-Zx3C£>Voice IN­ Wilkes Polish Room Committee to meet Wilkes University Pol­ ish Room Committee will meet at 5 p.m. April 10 at Andy Perugino’s Restau­ rant, Luzerne. Those attending will order from the restau­ rant’s menu. Members and guests are invited. For information or res­ ervations, call Joyce at 8235743. Club membership year­ ly dues will be collected at this meeting. Members will discuss the club’s upcoming food tasting event. The event will be held from 11 am. to 3 p.m. April 19 at the Wil­ kes University Polish Room. Wilkes University students, faculty and the iblic are invited. THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com IN BRIEF WILKES-BARRE: The Wilkes University Polish Room Commit­ tee will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Andy Perugino’s Restaurant, Luzerne. Those attending will order from the menu. Members and guests are invited. For in­ formation or reservations, call Joyce at 823-5743. Club member­ ship yearly dues will be collected. Members will discuss the club’s upcoming food-tasting event that will take place fr om 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 19 at the Wilkes University Polish Room at the Eugene S. Farley Library. Wilkes University students, faculty and the public j are invited. The Polish Room contains many Polish artifacts and is open to the public during university events and by appointment. r WILKES-BARRE The Wilkes University Pol­ ish Room Committee will meet at 5 p.m. April 10 at Andy Perugino’s Restau­ rant, Luzerne. Order from the restaurant’s menu. Members and guests are welcome. For information or reservations, call Joyce at 823-5743. Club mem­ bership yearly dues will be collected. Members will discuss the club’s upcoming food tasting event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 19 at the Polish Room. Wilkes University students, faculty and the public are invited. The Polish Room is located on campus at the Eugene S. Farley Library. The room contains many Polish artifacts, including the Pisanki egg col­ lection shown above, and is open to the public dur­ ing some Wilkes events and by appointment. ���Carla Kaminski of Nanticoke, left, and Ruth Sorbet of Hanover Township perform the traditional breaking of the Oplatek during the Wigilia Dinner at Wilkes University held by the Polish Room Committee on on Dec Above: From left, Jenny Witkowski of Kingston, Mary Ann Frank­ lin of Plains Township and Delphine Bienick of Hanover Township. Left: Jeri Jecen of Laflin, left, and Rose Fritzen of Shavertown. ���Gene and Chantal Brutovsky of Kirkwood, N.Y. Mary Ann Keating of Kingston and Bernard Nov­ abitski of Old Forge. ��1 ’ CLICK timesleader.com READING OF POPE JOHN PAUL Il’S POETRY PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER Bernard and Mary Ellen Kolodzlej of Nanticoke SECTION C MONDAY, MAY 9, 2011 HISTORICAL SOCIETY DINNER MEETING BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Carol and Joe Cavanaugh, both of Mountain Top PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER Front row, Ivona Kocon, left, Wanda Hanna Wltczak, Nathalie Kocon, Dillon Naylor and Renata Evan; back row, Zofla Nlsztuk, left, Helen ■\zaleskl-Grebskl, and Bernadlne Tarasek BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Geoff and Amanda Fontenova, both of Drums ��THE CITIZENS' VOICE I SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2013 UC5 Coxn.mvmi.tyN itiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiniiiiiitiiiiiiiiimuiiiiiiiiiiinimi Submit your news Mail: Community Nows Editor, The Citizens* Vb/ce, 75 N. Washington St, Wilkos-Barre, Pa, 18701 E-mail: community@citiz0nsvoic0.com Fax: 570-321 -22-47 i > piinntiiiiiiiittiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiuiiitmmiiiiifiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiitiiHiiiiiHdiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Polish Room committee plans 64ih annual Kosciuszko Ball The 64th annual Kosciuszko Ball hosted by the Wilkes University Polish Room Com­ mittee will be held Jan. 18 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be presented to a student of Polish background with a high academic av­ erage. The $1,000 Judianne Stanitski Schol­ arship will be presented to another student by Frank and Monica Stanitski. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Public is welcome. Call Rose Fritzen at 570696-3076 to make reservations. From left, are Rose Fritzen, invitations; Delphine Bienick, chairwoman; Josephine Kline, sponsors and patrons; Jeri Jecen, reserva­ tions; Audrey Brozena, co-chairwoman and Bernadine Tarasek, publicity. Jean Levandowski, decorations, is also participating. jcin. lo dt uic vvuuuiaiiua inn ailu ncouK, . —____ _ ship will be presented to a student of Polish background with a high academic average. The Judianne Stanitski Scholarship for $1,000 will be given to another student by Frank and Monica Stanitski. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. Ball is open to the public. Reservations can be made with Rose Fritzen, 570-696-3076. Members of the Kosciuszko Ball Committee, from left, are Jeri Jecen, reservations; Rose Fritzen, invitations; Delphine Bien­ ick, chairwoman; Josephine Kline, sponsors and patrons; Bernadine Tarasek, publicity, and Audrey Brozena, co-chairwoman. Also participating is Jean Levandowski, decorations. �I 6 11 THE CITIZENS' VOICE I SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2013 .. I '' out about 30 - THE CITIZENS’ VOICE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2013 in and around Wigilia Dinner at Wilkes From left, Frank Buczynski of Wilkes-Barre, Francine Buczynski of WilkesBarre, Joan Brunges of Carverton and Mary Buczynski of Wilkes-Barre. Above: Members of the Wilkes University Polish Room Commit­ tee, first row, from left, are Jean Levandowski of Wilkes-Barre, Flor­ ence Sowa of Nanti­ coke, and Fran Macy of West Wyoming; second row, Audrey Brozena of Wyoming, Bernadine Tarasek of Plains Township, Joyce Latoski of Wil­ kes-Barre, Mary Lou Zaleski of Glen Lyon, Susan Najala of Glen Lyon and Marie Voitek of Wyoming. Left: Fran Macy reads a blessing. �COMMUNITY Vai-T-EV Wilkes University Polish Room Committee is sell­ ing a cookbook, “Smacznegol” (Polish for ‘Good Appetite') which contains a variety of recipes including traditional Polish favor­ ites. Proceeds benefit the Polish Room Committee's Scholarship Fund. Mem­ bers of the cookbook committee, first row, from left, are Joyce Latoski and Mary Lou Zaleski. Second row: Barbara Smith, Susan Najaka, Barbara Yacuboski, Audrey Brozena, and Bemadine Tarasek. Also participating on the committee are Marianne Kress and Mary Ann Drust. The next Polish Room Committee meeting will take place at Costello's in Edwardsville at 5 p.m. Sept 11. Mem­ bers and guests are invited. For information about the cookbook or an upcom­ ing meeting, call Joyce at 823-5743 or Susan at 736-6304. THE CITIZENS' VOICE TUESDAY, AUGUST 14. 2012 - 17 © �&tlze/$ \JaiOZ. WYOMWG W31.T.FY The 63rd annual Kosciuszko Ball hosted by the - 'L ‘ • Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will be held Jan. 19 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be presented to a student of Polish background with a high academic average. The Judianne Stanitski Scholarship for $1,000, given by Frank and Monica Stanitski, will also be presented. Music will be provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. The Kosciuszko Ball Committee, first row, from left, are Bernadine Tarasek, decorations and publicity; Josephine Kline, spon­ sors and patrons, and Ivana Kocon, reservations. Second row: Jeri Jecen, co­ chairwoman and programs; Jean Levandoski, chairwoman, and Rose Fritzen, invitations. �C6 11 THE CITIZENS' VOICE I SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2012 Out & About Wilkes Polish Room Wigilia Dinner SHERI PROKOPCHAK / THE CITIZENS' VOICE lllllllllflllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllJlIllllllllllllllllllllllIlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllIllIIIIIHIIIIIIIllilllllHII ( 1 I f. y t< te At left: First row, from left, are Fran Macy and Joan Brunges. Second row: Marie Voltek, all of Wyoming. Above: Mary Buczynskl of Wilkes-Barre Township. First row, from left, are Marie Voitek and Florence Sowa. Sec­ ond row: Theresa Sabol, Ma­ rie Amico, Fran Macy, Audrey Brozena, Jean Lewan­ dowski and Bernadine Tarasek. �Og’g’f £> SOX Dc_2e.j 5° x At left: First row, from left, are Jeri Jecen of Laflin and Rose Fritzen of Shavertown. Second row: Maryann Drust of Laflin and Marianne Kress of Hudson. At right: Kelly Levandowski of Hanover Township and her mother-inlaw, Jean Levandowski of Wilkes-Barre. �The Woodlands Inn and Resort played host to the 63rd Annual Kosciuszko Scholarship Ball on Saturday Two local students received scholarships at the event. The Polish Room of Wilkes University spon­ sored the ball. about at the Kosciuszko Scholarship Ball *g spuejj *S|I!A uejj ■sjpj 9 jW PS ajpeqg , foepj ubjj V ? Mubj j io» uapH learning SJlfl 5 V X user Marge Kent of Coplay and Frank Zaleski of East Stroudsburg. j pjeiuag ABIA3U30 .’jpuBxaiv 6Ay uqop JJN ? J|A| 3? Anar >r s uqor IPO ’SJW uouxTd apos JuajBOjg) ' ? asog T PIeuoq uubAjbvm ibjoojoo J eqUBw ■W 'S JO pjBqoig AON Attendees take to the dance floor. Dolores Yurksza of Kingston. Josephine Kline of Plains Town­ ship. J99 JQ dS’ST i^’g-JAI N uqor ep -SJ|/\| IOAI JER JQ 1I!M lUaouiA bh spj 9JJB9'sa>ll!M ~ (iseq|ai}|) s pjeuoaq saiiimej ^sba $ >jojeg jo Ajocua^ u/ BuiujoXm ~ euazcug Asjpny �k ) C II 'I _L 3 5 •"* S’ 3 S - to 3 Jin o □ o => -r □ cica < o ? □ t_ 1 2 Q) <t> Chantal and Gane Brotovsky of Binghamton, N.» loseand^^o~so,M,H°r d. PETE G WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER Levandowski of Wilkes-Barre, right, with her granddaughter ?dancewlcz, 10, of Allentown BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Carol Hannon, left, and Ron Antollck, both of Ashley �rWi S IS < cp i 3 ft Ui < sftflHH" po x- i 3 _— Q) q. 1 CDo iws^sr BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER Dana Miller of Staten Island, N.Y., left, and Trilby Greene of Shaver­ town PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER Catherine Sllwa Cragle of Hanover Township, left, and Claudia Plczak of Larksville PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER Levandowskl of Wilkes-Barre, right, with her granddaughter -ara Zdancewlcz, 10, of Allentown Luzerne County Historical Society Board President Gary J. Stack, left, keynote speaker Harold C. Buckingham Jr., and Executive Director Anthony T.P. Brooks BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Marilyn and Dr. Ralph Rozelle, both of Forty Fort BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER Carol Hannon, left, and Ron Antollck, both of Ashley �THE CITIZENS' VOICE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1E>, 2012 - 27 WYOMING VALLEY 1116 63rd annual Kosciuszko Ball hosted by the Wilkes University Polish Room Committee will be held Jan. 19 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. A $3,000 scholarship will be presented to a student of Polish background with a high ac­ ademic average. The Judianne Stanitski scholarship for $1,000 given by Frank and Monica Stanitski will also be presented to a student. Music will be George Tarasek Orchestra. For reservations, call Rose Fritzen, 696-3076 or Bemadine Tarasek, 824-8323. Members of the Kosciuszko Ball Committee, from left, are Ivana Kocon, reservations; Josephine Kline, sponsors and patrons; Jeri Jecen, co-chairwoman and programs; Rose Fritzen, invitations; Bernadine Tarasek, decorations and publicity, and Jean Levandoski, chairwoman. �March 13, 2013 Scholarships Awarded At Kosciuszko Ball PENNSYLVANIA - The 63rd Kosciuszko Ball was held on January 19, 2013 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Plains Township. The ball was a huge success, with everyone having a great time. A $3,000 scholarship from the Wilkes University Polish Room Scholarship Committee was presented to Lauren M. Para (Pharmacy Major), and the Judianne Stanitski Scholarship for $1,000 was presented to Stephen Olshemski (Pre-Pharmacy Major). Music was provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra. - Submitted by Bernadine Tarasek J Rose and Jeff Fritzen Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen Jean Chacko & Frank Bohenek Scholarship Recipients: Stephen Olshemski and Lauren M. Para. >ted, I-r: Joan Hannon, Maryann Frank, Josephine Klien. Standing, 1-r: bert Mlinar, Lois Mlinar, Rita Sack, Donald Emerick. Chantel & Gene Brutovsky Ms. MaryAnn Keating and Mr. Bernard Novabilski. Mr. & Mrs. George Misnick Mr. & Mrs. Jean and John Levandowski. �Special(Benefactors Audrey Brozena - Wyoming In Memory of Batok & Vestyck Families Leonard's (Kielbasi) Market - Wilkes-Barre In Memory of Dolores Bennett In Memory of Dorothy Fritzen Dr. & Mrs. Frank Olshemski - Shavertown Dr. & Mrs. Henry J. Zielinski, Jr. - Harveys Lake (folden (Benefactor Tara Tailoring & Custom Clothing - Wilkes-Barre Silver Benefactors Ms. Harriett Baut - Pringle Bednarski Furniture Co. - Plymouth Vincent A. Drapiewski, MD In Memory of Karen Bednarski Wilkes-Barre Bemadine Tarasek - Plains Dr. Jan & Carolee Olenginski Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski Mountaintop Wilkes-Barre Bronze (Benefactors Mrs. Janiece DeMuro - Wilkes-Barre IStanley & Joyce Latoski - Wilkes-Barre John Maday - Wilkes-Barre Robert & Lois Mlinar - Carbondale Mr.&Mrs. Frank S. Norton-Pittston Twp. Polish Union of USA - Wilkes-Barre J & S Ralston Trucking, Inc. - Plains Barbara Bialek Smith - Larksville Dr. Bernard A. Novabilski - Eagleville, PA Nova Family Podiatry, PC Sponsors Richard & Jacqueline Amico-West Pittston Dr. & Mrs. John Biemacki-Mountaintop Martha F. Broda - Swoyersville Corcoran Funeral Home, Inc.- Plains Maryann Drust - Laflin Donald J. Emerick - Plains Rose & Jeff Fritzen - Shavertown (Greater) Hazleton Area Polonaise Society - Hazleton F.L.Knorek Insurance Agency-Nanticoke Mrs. Celia Kovalich - Glen Lyon John & Jean Levandowski-Wilkes-Barre Jerry & Ellen Mondlak - Jenkins Twp. Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Ozgo - Plains John Rygiel - Wyoming Alexandra Soletski - Plymouth Genevieve Witkowski - Kingston Bernard Novabilski & Mary Ann - Old Forge Delphine Bienick - Hanover Twp. Frank A. Bohenek - Tunkhannock Mr.&Mrs.Gene Brutovsky-Kirkwood, NY Crossroads Motors - Hanover Twp. Mike & Joan Dzanko - Shavertown Maryann Frank - Bear Creek Twp. Alfred S. Groh - Kingston Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jecen - Laflin Josephine Kline - Plains Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Kolodziej - Nanticoke Bernard Kuzminski - Hanover Twp. Angelo Musso & Marge Magli - Exeter Susan Mary Najaka - Glen Lyon Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pascoe - Hunlock Creek Mr. & Mrs. Walter Sack - Dunmore Mr. & Mrs. David Voitek - Wyoming Alfred Yanovich, Sr. - Wilkes-Barre (Patrons Jean K. Aritz - Trucksville Lillian Bogdon - Larksville Mr. & Mrs. Leroy Conduff - Hanover Twp. Mr. & Mrs. W. J. Bums - Swoyersville Bill & Jean Coniglio - Swoyersville Mary Ann B. Keating - Kingston Helen Kopetchny - Swoyersville Ed Krystofosky - Larksville Frank & Ann Lewicki - Plains Antoinette Luce - Wilkes-Barre Fran Macy - West Wyoming Ms. Mary Ann Martin - Wilkes-Barre Mr.&Mrs.George Misnick-Horseheads,NY Theresa Sabol - Wilkes-Barre Charlie Schadder - Hazleton Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sobotka - Glen Lyon Mr. & Mrs. John Sokoloski - Nanticoke Florence Sowa - Nanticoke Fran Villano - Hanover Twp. Josephine Zuba - Edwardsville Francis & Bemardine Sweeney-Shavertown sSJMVIS Sixty-SeconcfAnnual Tfpsciusz^p ScdoCarsHip (Ball Sponsored 6y dfie (potish Room Of Wdhgs University The "WoodCands Inn d Resort Route 3 IS lddhf?s-(Barre, (PennsyCvania Saturday, January 21, 2012 5:00 p.m. Music (By (Jeorge Taraseh^ Orchestra ThoraiArrangements Carmen (Botin (Fhoristry-Ringston �(program Scholarship Recipientsfor 2011 - 2012 ‘The Polish Rpom Committee Scholarship given by "Wilkgs "University Polish Room Committee /Amount - $3,000 ‘Welcome and Introduction ofScholarship (Recipients (Mrs. Jean Levandowski Our National Anthem & the Polish National Anthem Ped by Ceorge TarasehjJrchestra Invocation (Mrs. (Dorothy Tarasek^ Mr. Justin J. Balint Pharmacy and Spanish Majors International Studies Minor Judianne Stanitshi Scholarship Amount - $1,000 Miss Lauren M. Para Pre-Pharmacy Major "Wilhgs "University Polish (Rpom (Boardof(Directors Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Rose Fritzen Jeri Jecen Josephine Kline Bernadine Tarasek Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Helen Grebski Alice Kwiatkowski Jean Levandowski Genevieve Witkowski The Ail/es "University Polish Room Committee is an ethnic organization dedicated to passing on its traditions tofuture generations. The "Rpsciuszhp Scholarship Ball Committee wishes to thanf/allwho helped in any way to mahe this event a great success! (Balf Committee Chairperson Co-Chairperson Invitations Reservations Patrons Publicity Program (Decorations Mrs. Jean Levandowski Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Ivana Kocon Mrs. Josephine Kline Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Mrs. Joyce Latoski Mrs. Dorothy Tarasek Officers ofPoiisfi (Room Committee President "Cice-President Secretary FinancialSecretary . Treasurer Publicity Secretary/Historian. Mrs. Bernadine Tarasek Mrs. Jean Levandowski Mrs. Rose Fritzen Mrs. Jeri Jecen Mrs. Josephine Kline .Mrs. Helen Grebski Nappy New Near! � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Kosciuszko Ball Scholarship Winners scrapbook, 1950s-2013 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s-2013 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Scrapbook Description An account of the resource A scrapbook filled with newspaper clippings, photographs, programs, and other materials documenting the origins of the Kosciuszko Foundation and ties within the Wyoming Valley. https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/d1c5d2a257f37f7db52ddd151f64c022.pdf 0b582e628976e0696d1bf0b1f68a61f3 PDF Text Text THE POLISH ROOM WILKES COLLEGE POLISH ROOM COMMITTEE EUGENE S. FARLEY LIBRARY SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET �Wyoming Historical and Geological Society 69 SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET WILKES-BARRE, PA. LIFE Czittfiaate of dl/lzrnljvidiiji THE POLISH AMERICAN HISTORICAL COMMISSION ST. MARY’S COLLEGE ORCHARD LAKE, MICHIGAN Th}£fsl^certn Polish Room Commlttei^a member in good standing ACTIVE MEMBER V_2?_?^_,_?__92?_ni_ittee for Polish Room Director. Date Dues Paid- June 1.964 For year ending DSC • 1_9_62 LB I. Treasurer Theme of the Polish Room ZAKOPANE, a city in the Tatra Mts. in southern Poland Zakopane is a year-round resort,famous for mountain climbing in the sum­ mer and skiing in the winter. It offersxa variety of landscape spine treecovered mountains, steep cliffs, clear lakes, magnificent granite rocks, picturesque valleys and caves, wild rocky gorges, noisy waterfalls, flowery meadows, everlasting snow, and beauty everywhere. The area is a skier’s paradise, offering nearly 75 miles of ski trails, including ski runs totaling some 20 miles in length. It hosted the world championships of the International Skiing Ped. in 1929, 1939, and 1962. The houses of Zakopane are similar to Swiss chalets with their steep, sloping roofs and decorative carvings. Peasants houses,as well as villas, have a distinct style of carving Using local patterns,they repeat the same motifs in gateways gables, doors, and beams. It is a mecca for lovers of Podhale folk culture. Besides its distinctive music and dances, Zakopane is also noted as a center for lovely leather and wooden handicrafts of all kinds. The mountaineers or "Gorals" wear a most attractive costume, which consists of sleeveless sheepskin jackets, trousers of off-white, handwoven, woolen cloth embroidered in red and blue, and black hats with wide brims. Their hero is Janosik, a Polish RobinHood, whose great physical power, agility, and untamed-eagle-like beauty, have become legendary. ;;i ifai te ' ■ 'LL i 1. li/i/MI liiriliilWtli/ii.'l." WwwMtawl’i; 'Ev’Wiililliyiiil-ijii'iijiH L — }?iWi 'i ;(> �Presentation of an original poem by Alfred S. Groh was given by the author in special appreciation to Leigh Allen, for his untiring devotion of efforts and creative talents to the decor of the Wilkes Arts Center It read; 1941-1968 Until The Eugene Shedden Farley Library was completed in 1968, Kirby Hall (formerly the residence of the late Fred Morgan Kirby, co-founder of the F. W. Woolworth Company) served as the library. In 1947, there were but 6,000 volumes available to Wilkes students; at the time of the move, some 90,000 volumes were transferred from Kirby Hall to the new library, which can hold some 350,000 volumes. Periodicals number 850. andto the Parley Library"in Build me a house and let it stand, A house of virtue in the land. Build me a place and let it hold, The days of my life as they unfold. Let it keep from this time hence, Some images of magnificence. Let there be when we are gone, A source of strength to build upon. The Eugene Shedden Farley Library Formally Dedicated November First Nineteen Hundred Sixty-eight THE EUGENE SHEDDEN FARLEY LIBRARY "may all who study in these halls gain vision to inspire, conviction to sustain, and wisdom to guide �. : . .-j-C'.'C-.xxv The^special collection rooms are a distinctive attraction of the Eugene Shedden Farley Library. Wyoming THE ELEANOR COATES FARLEY ROOM Wilkes I I 2^0^ Named for the late wife of the Wilkes President, the Eleanor Coates Farley Room ! becomes a formal music drawing room and ; is highlighted with silver embossed wall­ paper with a handpainted Chinese floral motif. Its soft blues, beiges and silver are complemented by Georgian woodwork and an imported hook-styled rug, handmade in Puerto Rico. The piano, an antique, came from Weckesser Hall. The book collection reflects her interests — fine arts, music, poetry, human relations and her love of life. In effect, the room is Eleanor Farley. "My heart dances on the shimmering sea, The sun-flecked pathway from here to there. My feet skip over the sky to where The sky stoops low to the tremulous sea, And if you can't find me, it is there I will be, Where bright blue sky meets iridescent sea." Eleanor C. Farley From FAIR-LEA, a Book of Her Poems �THE ADMIRAL HAROLD R. STARK ROOM r Admiral Harold R. Stark, U.S.N. Retired, joined the Board of Trustees of the College following his return from Europe at the end of the Second World War. He served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees from June, 1960 until July, 1964 and under his dedicated leadership, the pace of development was accelerated. The floor is carpeted in Navy blue and gold; a gold eagle emblem and a border of one wide and three narrow stripes conveys Admiral Stark's military rank. Walnut paneled walls and leaded glass bookcases will hold his favorite books and mementos. The desk which he used while Chief of Naval Operations will enhance the graceful bay window area. Admiral Stark became Chief of Naval Operations in 1939 and became Commander of European Naval Forces in 1942. During World War II, he acted as liaison between Prime Minister Winston Churchill and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. His service during the war years was rewarded by the Distinguished Service Medals of both the Army and the Navy. �•MIM FURNITURE Wyoming THE GILBERT S. 10 chairs Wilkes McClintock COffiffilttei ROOM Daf? Dues Paid_ ’ 1 • • Mrs. ’Jose] 2.. Irene Les5. Mrs.- Thom; 4. John Malii 5- Mrs,, .Zofi; 6. Dr. & Firs 7. Mr h.,Mary. 8. Mrs i-.'Mary.' 9. Mrs Vine 10.Mrs.' Jose Bookca.se — Fl; ART . Oil portrait Two sea seen Painting S Painting, of. Wood-cut pri' Black Madonn. Paintings ' an Zakopane:, oar Striped.;.k'ili 2 Goral- ’jack 1 child's..G6 2 Krakowiak Po I < «, 11 . P (BOOKS: The late Attorney Gilbert S. McClintock, who preceded Admiral Stark as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Wilkes College, lived his life in Wilkes-Barre, although his forebears settled in Northumberland County in 1795. He was a staunch friend and advisor of the College and was foremost among those of his era in civic work and leadership. Indeed, during the latter years of his life, his intimates referred to him as "Mr. Wilkes-Barre," and respected him as such. Throughout his life, he was prominently identified with commercial, financial, cultural and philanthropic enterprises. The bulk of his estate was bequeathed to Wilkes College, together with all prints, books, paintings and manuscripts regarding the history of Pennsylvania. Many of these have been placed in the McClintock Room of the library, located on the third floor, West. The room typifies that of a country gentleman. The rug is a modern German copy of an oriental rug. Ex Libri s by 2 boxes of b Song books-F Art Book Car Art Book ( a Let the Blac Palls - oymo Pan Tadeusz M. Gurie H. Sienkiewi .Under the Sh Journey Into Krakow - Zos •Tho Arts of Sienkiewicz Tribute to D �APPENDIX OF DONORS OR DONATIONS. •; * . \( not mentioned previously) FURNITURE., 10 chairs g ft 200 l. Mrs. -Joseph Lester . 2.,Irene Lester Stefanski * • . ’ 5. Mrs.- Thomas Butkiewicz • 4. John Malinows.ki 5. Mrs. .Zofia Malinowski 6. Dr. & Mrs. Albert Cooper, Colltte, & Albert,Jr 7. Mrh... Mary. Makowski ' ' :.’£‘ ’ ’ • ■ 8. Mrsi.^Mary.1-'Kot-Kocyan 9. Mrs., Vincent Znaniecki 10. Hrs. ^Jppejjh Skuzinski " ..-4 Bookcase - Mary Koons ART i ft Fl H ; Oil portrait of - .Boleslaw Chrobry by Dzierzkowski - Mr. &■ Mrs Joseph LesTci Two sea scenes - Halla Rushin. Painting. - S.-’Mizwa & .Dr. Mallek , .Barre Mrs.. Kocyan Painting of’a*street scene by I. Lorentowicz ive - Artis Mrs. Kocyan Wood-cut print of Chopin by S. Mrozewski Mrs. Kocyan Black Madonna -..n Dallas G Paintings■and drawings for annual KF Balls by Frances Kovaleski Richard Rutkowski L, :;.st Unknow Sophie Yurko Lee Peters S. Hellersperk ■ ikes - Bar r e H. Mosier A rtis Zakopane:, carved -palate - Sophie Yurkowski Striped...kilim;2 sets of .dolls - Mrs. Richard Stefanski 2 Goral- jackets - Mrs., Marion-. Colemap ■ 1 child' s . Gbral. jacket - Mrs. Celia Hickey 2 Krakowiak vests ;carved Zakopane plate;wycinanki - Jule Znaniecki carved cane (laska) Polish Ce/<2-H<a_ BOOKS: > ft ;i : of the Susq • from Nanti Artist - 18 Ex__Libris by Mrozewski (1000 copies) - S. Mizwa 2 boxes of books - Mr. & Mrs. Pucylowski < . * i ■ Song books-Frorn Tatras to Baltics - M. Abraham '59/ Art Book (artist Wyspianski) -Dr. Lydia Kopernik Art Book ( artist Malczewski) - Jule Znaniecki Let the Blackbird‘Sing;Panteon Polskj - KFoundation Palls - oymonolewicz Pan Tadeusz -Mrs,.Pietkiewicz M. Curie - Dr. C.C. Croblewski H. Sienkiewicz' JPotdp „y - Mrs. T. Schwartz .Under the Shadow of the Almighty - Sister M.Leonisse;Helen Zabiegalski Journey Into Another World - Arthur & Marion Coleman Krakow - Zosia Hellersperk M ■The Arts of Poland since. 1945 - Orchard Lake Sienkiewicz’s With Fire & Sword -1898; fhe trumpeter of Krakow -C. Sawitfq Tribute to Dr..Mizwa & Copernicus - Kosciuszko Foundation , s COLLEC t'.’s Prine ip inted in T. hing. ter Gap an ng s Treaty delphia, ] is John Hall -ondon 17' i - Philad 90. srles Cist *esi Scent s>f his fev I x came to t ; a royal Pat �Wyoming ’ .!l®s.brbre. pR'- ^ndsy' APR'L5St iwnrbiFMrYFMT wn vpr.rhrrp ph., rttndhy. . hpptt iPESDEN' likes C siEfflitra re Dues Paid- lersperk of Shavertown Contributes. siye Bench for. Wilkes College Polish Room^K’ 13 ■ ii^h'ghboni and friends of Stefan Hellersperk, Shavertown, who hal ;P7^>nmed c. multi tudo of services for the entire Back Mountain ’Ivigion, fegion,' were among the firstrtiiWncv+a/l to learn of the project he started back i fol^t'u'lV.'^nvKAV nrtd •vtnh.i/v'k r\-f / ;Ja>November and which culminated with the addition of thi« ’, .?J<dp»j<<und bench of hts craftsmanship to the Polish Room at Wilke*. SlW i\W H I1 ha o: jj ■■ Room ut Wilkes College h>s been SsSaHcetl . e beautiful pieces, constructed and carved iiV-'/’■ . •.-rsperk of Dallas Township. The table and .• been added to another table and six other pl constructed by Hellersperk and are. the gil tie Women's Committee for a Polish Room; Hr i. iwo-lnch birch from which to carve ills fhx all with a natural, highly polished finish i'LFASEPRLN Heileroperk explains that he made a number of adaptations to ths orl< .-a! blueprints of the big bench and adds that his work 1* tailar original plan. His carv-,, follow* u. more flowing ; j., Construction, is of heavy ,.r: parking, nearty three lT& rnches thick at id the lumber was Plans — !brOU|f?.t here Irptn New York C. ha i »-e> —■ I 7^ ■ Slate. One gets the feeling of ’Viewing a cathedral piece when 7 77. 7bfienoA I looking at the seven-foot long fiewkccise. - / /. oo. tro 'bench which also Is quite com|modlous in width. Hellersperk |says that the construction and carving are of no particular pe­ 3 zf-t), o~o riod but do represent about every period in Polish history. It's an­ - $ JO. O~Z) other example of, tradition steeped irt tlkS -'-pouragff/.pr freedom-loving Vatu.^ ion ’*1 - v'er BO J AC r I RAPIDS �3,1937 - rr' 2,195- - Wyomina Hi Dec.1,19’5-3 - ^eFov. ?,19E9- 7r« Cct. 9,1951 - Li -F" LADER i SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2002 s»e Oves Paid. fl SCHUBERT'S SERENADE from Dumas. With You in Spanish Eyes; Medley: Guantanamera. Quando Quanuu. Watermelon Man; Medley: Lahaina Luna, Adventures In Paradise. A Song Of Old Hawaii: Medley Sweet Caroline. Bad. Bad Lerov Brown. Love Boat Theme. Maiden s Prayer. Medley. My Sweet Gypsy Ruse. Tie A Yellow Ribbon; Stranger On The Shore; La Bamba; This Is The LasrTime HI Cry C>erYou;*Se Fue,’ Schi^rert's Serenade •i' Yc-rgia Brown, Darktown Strutters' . B:,und rne Reef, Song Of The Islands, ■ a.sette '.1004-0 $10 CD(1004-CD) $13 Cassette (1007-C) $10 ' CD(1007-CD)SI 3 CUT HERE ■ J -\SE PRINT SHIPPING & HANDLING State Zip For Orders Totaling $15.99 or under $16.00 to $30.99 $31.00 to $40.99 $41.00 to $50.99 $51.00 to $75.99 $76.00 to $100.99 $101.00 to $150.00 ADD $2.95 $3.95 $4.95 $5.95 ’■ $7.50 $8.25 $11.00 Please allow 4 - 6 weeks lor delivery ’ -Lie ( May 19,1953 June 8,1953 - G; Nov. 6,1953 - Ci Feb. 7,1954 - F Mar. 27,1955Oct.22, 1955 Nov.13,1955 - A Dec. 3,1955 -"J May 17,1956 - " July ,1956 Oct.27,1956 - E May 1957 - 1 Ccjr. 31,1957 - 3 Arril 26,1953-3 1959 - I Aug.4-9,1959- -■ Jan.17,I960 Feb.2Ot19cO Sept, i960 Cct. i960 Cct. 7,1961 Oct. 16,1961-•cv. 1961 May 2, 1962 Feb. 28,1965Sept. 1963 Apr. 1964 - Cct. 5,1964 Nov.4, 1964 1965 Feb Anril 1965 Nev. 1,1965 Nov .29,1965 “ - Ear.27,1966Cct. 3,1966 Dec. 10,19cbApr.7, 1963 Feb.15,1975 Feb.13,1975 Mar.31,1975 Aug. 15, 1973 CCt.7,1975 - �Coniine mt LADER 1 SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2002 not noiv look back on the success which is their achievement. * cn </) ui. to ll .O'. Ac ■ ’i al w p Kir, ’ Street Donald , as in St .ck,M :b e by . b 'dona'’ v .. < ■J f /'• Ik’ "V« IX * ♦ Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse. President of Brooklyn College; R H Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University. New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley. Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College. Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J Theobald, President ot Queens Col­ lege, Flushing. N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muski? with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. i As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — EdJ Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary’ of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club; Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken > of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. 1 1 i, b tl nw I* tii foi th; Jos Va: me larg p.&xn Amo tribe Natk nine the ? Dr. even �not now look back on the. success which is their achievement. * * t Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College. New York; Harry D. Gideonse President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel. Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev Laurence J. McGinley. S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines. Presi­ dent of American International College. Springfield. Mass.; Harold W. Dodds. President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J Theobald. President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp. President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken "for his many years oj service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. < As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.» Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain Dr Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. �not now look back on the success which is their achievement. tW ifff9 ' nil / ? 6# )<&& co H <f) a (f) if) Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College. New York; Harry D. Gideonse. President of Brooklyn College; R H. Helndel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University. New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley. Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines Presi­ dent of American Internationa! College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp. President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram frcm Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. <As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.» Miss Iza Mikuszewska. Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain <Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion. our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. i t i i 13 b :.l m W’t he pc tir foi Jos Vai &~ll-. Hot) " that larg* 1767 ’ / nam yu Amo tribu N i: nine the I Dr. even �Commemtary arcs • s.;7.Snanisc Con.^..Glowacki,-: ■?res .7 .Ina .ecki V.inaniecl— Aecxtal-Luz .Co .’..ar Fin.Bond C .ano Recital- attendance 1400 19:57 o-xsr el _reia Ziov Chouin ao: 100 -1000 .^it Sch.winn^-Slack) nd now look back on the .success which is their achievement. ♦ (f) (L{^ AT<^7- J-:';.,.. :-/2 . a a,. Abodes- ^ter e-cv-iA 3obol-Ferf Cc 10,19c^' 7, 1968 1972 .18,1975 Au-. 15, ■ Oct .7,l>-7: Phoaas Michalak,violinists Millen. Concert,Carnegie Hs .Andrzej lachleda, tenor - C< liter for the s by Mrs rresentation of Illa’s won: 'Treadv/ Copernicus Anniv. Dinner a ’’Copernicus” ,a talk by Fro Bus trip to n.I. - MF Borne ■hosted Bolish Craft ixhibi from omitnoni riolin Concert-1 eter Siaae^l- kos-pianc,at 190 ♦ ♦ ’ Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh. President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse. President of Brooklyn College; R H Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York, Rev. Laurence J McGinley, S. J.. President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American Internationa'. College, Springfield. Muss.: Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y,; Margaret Clapp. President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know. Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.» Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club; Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. �GLowac acs alle ren Lecture 5,1951 “ F.oy Batoncy Concert(lst Ouir. rxano attendance • Chopin Sch.winner-Black) ron 100 1000. 32.05- 215.^ 118.8 ’ -Lecture by Edmund Zawacki £.50 19,1953 - Fashion Clinic by Melania Hellersperk Ch. Jule Grove Theater,Kuangola-"I Am A Camera1 20.8 6.34 Cooking Deconst. , J,C.Cafeteria 220. ov 6,1953 ■ 100. ’eb 7,1954 ■ Felix Labunski, composer 258.80 Felicia Vlodek,Col.Sop. - Jule 2.,ch. 500 27,1955 Cct.22, 1955 - "The Forefathers" by Mickiewicz An Evening of Miekiewicz by Alexander - 171.2 "Jaselka"'iativity Play-tr.by V.Piszczekjdir.by Karie Dec. 3,1955 - 5^9-5 History" - Gym - Melania & Jule Znu^tt/ah May 17,1956 ■ Iren T.C,C.Pavilion - Ch. Viola Schwartz July ,1956 - Sumner Dance ryo.V.C,C.~ Ch. Helen Cooper Oct.27,1956 - Bal Masque 1957 - Dan Pollock-piano concert at the. Gym Cc£.31,1957 - Irene Lorentowicz,artist - Csterhout- Ch. Vic Work L Jule Zi ■1,000 April 26,1953-Iurek Lazowski’s Ballet"Ban Twardov/ski"-Irem-Ch.Jule 2.-244 1959 - Dedication 1 unveiling of Plaque Aug.4-9,1959- A.C.P.C.C. Convention -Kell 'J.,Jule Z.,« Mildred;5th-2ecepticn at McClintock Hall; 7th- Mrs. Eleanor Farley-Moods of Chopin"; 8th- Dinner Dance at Sterling. Jule Bus Trip to Phil., Academy of Music-"Slas: Lecture by Mrs. Coleman- Pol. ?.ooEi,Parri .tr. Feted "kiss Poland",K.Kalinowski,Col.U.E Paderewski Memorial Program -Mrs. •?’. koodruff Irem-"Kaziowsze" - Heception-JulerZi Zt Mildred Adam Kapuscinski -concert pianist-Gym- Ch.-Lorraine D''4.p.uvr^t:i Cct. 18,19c: S.Mrozev/ski’s 10 day Exhibit of woodcuts £t paintings-Jule 1 Vic,Vert :;Cv. 1961 Intern. Fashion Show-authentic costumes (1 Card rarty) May 2, 1962 Poznan Choir -Item ;2eception -Jule 8c Melania He Prosper;? 7eb. 28,196: Fezed Col. Alice Gritsavage ,Foothills Manor,Shickshinny-Jule Z-nn-i-ez. Sept. 1963 Hosted Farm Touth Exchange delegates to Poland -1 week Anr. 1964 Paul Gorka’s Art Exhibit ac the Polish Pm.,Parrish -all ;fay 17, 196' .1 of Leaves"-Gym-Ethnic tables; Jule and Melania -405»75"370 Cct. 5,1964 of K.F. Trip to -oland-at Jyo.V.C.C, - Kell W. & Mary G. lides Lev.4, 1964 of their 6 months in Poland-Sandra Virtue, a F.Z.B.stud. ? eb. 4 I.F.T.E. students going to Poland -1 week here Hosted April 196 Stefan Hero, violinist-Center for the I erf. *‘rts -Jule Zt coffee ias Party-honored Mrs. L-ocyan-Pres.15 yrs.-4pc.s iov*29,19b5 terlin service - Jule, Kell, Zc Vi "The MasSc of ■arriors"- »‘-arta K.Rhodes- Sterling Thomas Michalak,violinist 1 Debbie Sobol-Perf. Arts Center Cc Killen. Concert,Carnegie Hall:Stokowski,A.Panufnik*s Sacr Sinfon Center for the Perf. Arts^!968't’a'rley Andrzej Bachleda,tenor .nr. 7, 1968 Coleman -Dr. -arley,Dr. i.oc by Presentation of Illa’s wo ay 1972 with Pol. L'nion read' Copernicus Anniv. Dinner eb.18,1973 '.'.alter Placek of .. ae tne lx ora: "Copernicus",a talk by Hr eb.13,1975 .see- tier.. Bus trip to K.x. - 21F Home Musicale-Peter *-aas Hecention -Hosted Polish Craft zxhibi from Snithonian-and Au-. 15, 1' kos-pianc,at C.I.A. Violin Concert-Jeter Haas^lCct.7,1973 Jan.17,1?6O Feb.20,i960 Sept, i960 Cct, i960 - not note look back on the success which is their achievement. Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent ____ C. McIntosh. rnaioeni President or of Barnard College, New York: Harry Harry D D. Gideonse, Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College. R H Heindel, Dean of C!n11otra nf “d Sciences. University of Bu7of t.h« theJDollege of Arts ,~ and falo; Buell G. Gallagher, Presideent of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J.. President of Fordham University. New York’ Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount. Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, SpringfieldMass.: Harold W. Dodds. President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp. President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram frem Governor Edmund S. Muski? with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken ior his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. 1 As most of our readers undoubtedly know. Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent th? following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P M 1 t t 1 1. 0 U ER w< b< UG tfc fOl tht Jos Vai mei inst ter; cn thai larg< ram AU'.O tribu Natx nine the » Dr even �Commemtary 1974 ov.17,1974 L975 Themeeb.6,1975- ecepticn following rnxlharnonic veneery;v«. Bertha F-l/s.Is­ ernons t rat ion of Pisanki 'ey 3. iurkov;s«i- and r.rs. Lalonick FTA,Fly.visited Fol. Rm.-lecture by i<ary Glowacki Bus Trip to Phil.-toured hist.hemes in Germantown & Fair«c 1st. Sec Museum- Pulaski statue in the courtyard oun- rin to Latin.Casino,Cherry —ill,N.J.-Liberace ’ine Arts Fiesta- displayed 2 booths-wycinanki & pisanki "An Afternoon in the Tatras"-N.H.S.; Reception- Colonial Inn- Reception at KF Some. (410+5=15) Philharmonic with T.pjichalakf-deception, Tibi,Ch. eb.S,1975 - ^•us to Franklin Inst.,Phil.-to see Fol. Gov. Exhibit eb.16,1975 • Kujawiaki from Alliance -FAC -.at N.H.S. ar. 1,1975- W.V,W. students of American Cult.Class at Fol. Rm.-V.Nork & ^-.Glowacki Welcomed 10 Fol.Jr, Champions Wrestlers -gave each 35,bought their lunch,took them shopping-fruit; theater tickets-"Sting",;they won! Apr.29,1975 Ch. 16 Frog.Dir.,Ed Martel, taped Mary G, in Fol. Rm. Lay 6,1975 - Taped S.Iurkowski making pisanki at her home. lisanki by S. lurkowski lay 12,1975 • Fine Arts Fiesta - Public Sq.;demonstration o •lay 16,1975- - Cur Trip to Poland via Czech Airlines ay22-June 2 C^elocallstudenisr.off to S&Emer Sessions in Poland ^-•^.1975- Teachers in the 3 wk. Ethnic Heritage Studies Inst.under Dr. Clem uly 28,1975 not now look back on the success which is their achievement. Ch. Cele Sawicki ________ A Salute to Polish Women" Al?"7~4r. IcrsrC E>r<oc , ra _ Bus Trip to N.I.-Dan Pollock’s All-Chopin Concert at Alice Tully ^al Valletta, at Fol. Rm. -with Jule, Vic Nork, and Bertha,lectures. Bishop Hoban students,with teacher G.Zionkowski,and Rev. J.McCaghan u O.' a e 6,1975 Hell Q‘ tin -‘sed v '*■ ill at Fol. Rm. - Jule & Bertha Hist. Soc. trip to N.I.-Terrytown-Sleepy Hollow-VanCortland. 11,1975- Paul Checinski’s Piano Concert at N.H.S.- FAC 474. 12,1975- -Bus Trip to Scranton- Bobby Vinton Cct.2J1,1975 - Lecture by Stan Cuba on Pulaski at W.C. ;reception at Sterling I.ov .11,1975 - Holiday Fair at Ccurthouse-Christmas tree;red roses on table. Dec.5-7,1975-Chorus sangat Koledy Market TWCA- with Vicki Schwartz ,Nini, 3c Jube (Stacia,C Dec. 6-4 P.M. Flea Nov.30,1975 - live on TV-'WVIA-"Carol’§'*Frog.- our Chorus taped! Dec.22,1975 r97o-~Theme-”"?oles1 Contributions to America" ran.20,1976 - Slide/lecture on Poland by d”ule at ?i Beta Gamma ,1976 - Philharmonic ConcertReception - Bertha & Mildred 10,1976 -Two Original -^eadings-Hosciuszko 1 Pulaski',nose. C: Jefferson'by Lorraine. D 6 - Slide/lecture on Poland at Holy Family Church by Jule Znwwcfe 976-WYCINANKI CCNTEST-Luz.Co.School Dist.children ,5th gr.-othgr.;93 Wycinanki bocks distributed;31 awards out of 750 entrees;.? 10 L45 priit’5^ - Slide/lecturefef Early Polish Settlersin the valley-1 their contribut3^*5 by Jule; slides made from old prints; 34 copies sent to KF-4o5O value - Pisanki classes started at rolish L’nion by Sophie lurkowski larch .19 /o *— Organized the Jr. ^osciuszko Association - Bernard -vanofski,L .y 2,1976- KF’s 50th Anniversary; 14 attended 1’.7.Ball i--a;1 - Bus Trip to Phil. ;3ICENTEN2’IAL Tour -Hose, home,etc. 'laye4. /976- Fine Atrs Fiesta-Fisanki 1 .iycinanki Booths;Wycin.winners*cl: 1-2.? - Attended Perspektywa,Everhart Museum, Scranton 27, 1976-Attended Ferspektywa,Fenn Museum,Harrisburg;arranged for delivery tovV.C ,1976 - 4 area adults off to rLF Summer Sessions in Poland-Bertha 1- Bernie 1,1976- Premiere of Perspektywa Display(52 panels-4’x3‘)at Conyngham;2eceutiori 9-12,1976- Folk F'estival-Zakopane/iheme;vzyc. on burlap 26,1976- Slide/lecture of ^arly *oles -rr.Kosc. Ass. Tour of St. Stanislaus Medical Center tended Pres.2.Capin’s Inauguration at >. Cvooe sume of 6 wk.KF Summer Course on Roland CV .15 Fair- Christmas tree; children1 s-v/rapp S I £ I i Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from:: JMillicent _____ C. .McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New XT™ York; Yc.L; Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken 'for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. t t 1 11 b ti m W( be po tir for thf Jos Vai mei inst bers thai largi nine the J Dr. even �Commemtary T. - Dottie,, 1- Mildred Je. ■»* affle-afghan donated by Caro =rs from Tunkhan.i Lontrcse ork,B.Pagoda,J.Bnaniecki; Re at ‘.0. -same ;nae ne at Czestochowa Ben ic _I ns t it _. Prog. f o r 29 edit course-lectures i4 c Inst. Pro ~.-49.._teac awiakx at ■‘■••ri.o.nch;Tour;Peddler s 1977- Bus trip to Czestochowa;Mas tland Home 1977 - Tour of Historical Museum & June 5-19,1977- Tour of Poland June - 1977 - Perspectives Conference,has Folk Fest ival-Krakow.. Sjj .-3__ Kawiamia; "Chorus entertained with Folk Songs Slides of Poland - H. Crmanowski Get,1977- Szymanowski-by Bertha Dot. 1977 Holiday Fair- Christmas P’ree; Table display-Dr.x-ouernik;Chorus-Sun. Dec.2-^,197' t- (3-z^-S. — 1978 Philharm decMedia eption by Diane Gayeski,U.of Md. -at Stark Ball Feb.17,1978 Lecture onic on News ?eb.l971978 Sponsored Polish Touth Conf.with Polish Union;panel discussion;dis­ A-or.9,1978 plays; lecture by Rev. Chrobob;lower level of Farley -Gibrary Lecture/slides of Fol -Culture A Zarly Fol ish-Se-t-tlers-at the Histori 3ocT- M.Glowacki,Jule iloroski,& J.Znaniecki; Refreshments by them al Participated in the 200th Annjy. of_ .<iyp.....Na£sacr.e-vzreath laid by Helen Gasowski Sept.10 - Chorus sang at Pi Beta Gamma’ J.Bros 3 attended i<F Summer Session in Poland:H.Zaleski,J.Drap dis1978 i- Folk Festival- "The, Polish American Z:cper±ence"-lc54. 1#-1 play of documents and photos;Kawiarnia;Chorus sang on F 3 off to Poland -Bertha,Stacia,& Clemy Sl^sk. performance at Irem; cooperated in promoting both Rzeszow & Sla - Hpl-iday Fair-Christmas; table display by Dr. nopernilc-hand-crafted ov.1,197' ec.8-10, Nativity scene figures i- small tree-ornaments of eggs;Chorus-Sun. 1. A non-credit continuing ed.course 'wo Pol. Cultural Exper.at .11. c. ept.of Lang, I Lit.-cn 10 Tuesdays ii ol. Cjviliz. & Cult .-with '■ • • et.faculty member. ^member of our com ;he Pol. Pm.-by kiss C»Tyburs.<i -/■ ?/.C.Drama students at CPA; Opening ! - Tvtcj one-act plays by. krozek Night- reception caption bl4 nd pi.qni.st from Marsaw at 1,1979-Concert-Edwirt_Ksiia. karskx uule at the Sterling- J Film"A Tour of_pQland”from Al Serzan, by i-. Heiss rxl 1/1 < Perspectives Media Conference - 2 delegates-Berth ne 9,1979 I-.atusz Dancers-Irem'I-h,, 1 , ,n season depleted , . . reasants"-4_yolunes-eac Zolk-Fes.tival; theme "The lay ~^"background; Eavfinr nia; Chorus—sun. in appropriate table dis; tients . c t .3t ans^LacLical_ Cent er-Cho.rus_. 1979 .ng the 2( Prepared material for w: Fulaski’s death- in the Boston c 10 r e the Sterling-dollsDottie Straw Craft Workshop at 197 .rvard -lecture aAnthropologist Peter Fugue •979 Polish Pm.; reception lour of Barbara’s Floral Shop - Christmas Shop Chorus_sang at PAC '.igilia Dinnerat St.Joseph's,Hudson • Fair; Christmas tre.e; table by Bala; Chorus- Sun. sang Kolendy for patients at Sei.Stans. Medical Center not now look back achievement. success which is their Letters and telegrams received from Millicent in similar vein have been C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New ___ York . Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn — College ,L ---- R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message; My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken "for his many years- of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. 1 ) t t 1 ii bi ti m W( be po tir for ths Jos Vai mei inst bers ttax larg< nam nine the : Dr even �Commemtary A-r- hw^.- >ansxi,new president, fab , — 4 ^^ -'x vouaxvxjuew [J£et>xacuu , - -----------------------------. . . 7he - honored the Hostages in Iran with wit a colorful window oi Fowler, Dick,and walker's bbore. r*- T ,l , . ’ n , ar.+-a .-..osted a .reception for tne N.L.Pa. Symphony unnsr -.nichalak aau ^uesuS following one web.performance. - Sorin; Card Part ired J.^nauiecki,past ires - 3d''c:ri -Luaiv. Oelo omed ;.uests-Ann in hospital. i.elania H.main speaker. service received by Jule. fcheir holiday xtecipes ie story of the Valley Toles o Joe. .'s Cookbook. • Loaned e items to Hist.ooc. for their exhibit1“To Week a hew Life": not now look back on the success which is their achievement. The inmiyratitHX in Luz.Co.-1^70-1920.- and the Folk Art Lxhibit"I-iade wit.ii Love". $300 to .0. Bldg. Fund - Ann resigned as Pres. -wo— July Pd-Sordoni Art Gallery—Polish Cultural Expo:jy?.Kopernik,Ch. -Troj-ek Dance Circle from from Balt.,Ed. perf.at OEA -Two xolish films: “Ashes & Diamonds"; "Knife in .vater" - Chopin Concert- Lisa Robak pr Ttes, -ouiiimer Garden Party at Loretta ' s ;Hala„t___ -Theme of our Folk Festival Booth at Kingston Armory:"rolish Composers & Folk 1 .usic"-Ohopin,Paderewski,Loniuszko,Szymanowski;their portraits on back wall;a spinet,music stand,violin,records,song books,music sheets. On small tables:samovar,wine sets,crystal vases,dolls,etc. Eawiarnia-Polish food; On Sun. Chorus san;; Polish Folk Songs. - Slides d Display of aula's 3rd Visit to ioland. ;200 to Shrine,Czest - Slides of Comm.'s Activities from i960 to I960 jT^Scholarships to U. “ Lecture by Julian Kulski,autnor of "Dying be Live" at CPA;Reception. - Our Polish Christmas tree at 6th consecutive holiday Jair at Court­ house.On Jun.,Chorus sang Koledy. j?200 to Poland-medicine & food - KF Ball-Loretta ./ilski,Ch.;proceeds-.,'1600.Pres.Capin presented Comm. with a plaque in recognition of our cultural^ ed.programs and serces to the College and Community the past pO yrs ♦ >$200-Pope' s Guest House,Italy 1961 April 5 arty 3 screens,9 projectors-1,000 yrs.of culture & histo blish Pnoenix" presented at CP.n-afternoon performance,J.A.Ch 19' Blossom Festival: loaned Hist. j>oc. bridal portraits d Lay 1-3' albums for their "Something 01J,Somethin; New" exhibition,also an old crocheted wedding doily. - .rts Fiesta:guided tours of Polish Room io sp A_ay 3 — Chorus sang Gun. r,ass au . 6tans 1 -ed. 0 errber “ ” 17- 0’iorus sang Polish Folk -3 Lake ;iaria Benedycinski,Uh. Aur._2- Gar.en -arty at Feddock's,Harvey Oct.21-23- Theme of' our Folk Festival Booth at Hngs ton Armory:"Arts & Graf of the Tatras";Background-diorama of 3 mt.pe aks by Rosemary Luksha, Loon with Twardowski and stars on right sidef;standup figure of Janosik; left wall-display of large,carved plates-rand canes(ciupagas). -^Polish jq-j at the Y";Polish lunch planned by Loretta wilski followe NOV ijy ao slide-lecture citlfi-lfffilmre and disnlay display by Jule, Jule including the part played the YECA in .1 ..II . by holiday Fair at the Courthouse-Ohristnias tree| Chorus on bun. )qc . - > at the St.Stans ked.;and at Little Flower Nursing Home Chorus ^c"'l Beta Ga mm a; Dec.20 Dec.13>1300; Dr. Juszczal E.V Ball ,'A'jC ? 1 V I u fl b fl ■ i Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken "for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. 1 1 t k I ii b< tl m W( be po tir for the Jos Vai mei inst bers �Commemtary olis a i<ooiii Ac ^ivi^ 1-33 11 sh. I-hoenix a-t th® CPA,Wilkes Golles; -,'V xv' eY?nln?- P^owin^;reception;Proceeds of 1J75O to Pola wa0aoxic nBiiar 'services "Ox 0,Luzerne; report on Phoenix;hale R.reburn S,Pagoda;$900 profit .for H.C. Scholars jjtlu.;? at Lucyla Davis‘ ,Harvey‘ s Lake' L*<soc »_<uction— purebased. Krakow wedding Kiliin-$225",,( J™*Lose *an Day at doscov*s 6tore,nilkes-Darro- very elegant display larg® araa— of articles owned by Melania tiellersperk L rt/^ssay Contest-Luz.G. ochoolGtudeats,gr.6 through college -i-b-Otaei“Aujf xole or Pol-Am who has contributed to the American via of i*ifsu(or event) Curie,Kopernik,Jamestown,Pulaski,etc, Judged by ^*0.Art Dept.- 20 awards Jet♦21—24— irolk festival Booth-11 Polish Artists and Paintings: 30 orig­ inals and prints,3 watercolors by Lee Peters;Sketching by Dorsey Koeyan and Rosemary Luksha*Corn#-Malania d.,Jule ,B*Pagoda,Mari Kocyau,Halen Loughlin IloVw- Dinner meeting at Hotel Sterling;i<ary Koons died :iov.28—Chorus sang at PAG* s Vigilia; Dec*5*at Holy Trinity Gath*V., Dec.- 6te at Pol. Rm. Christmas Party, 12th at St. Stans Hed.Center, at Little Flows rl4 th at Pi Beta Gamma Dec. 26- £F Ball- Lucyle Davis,Gh.;Gold, balloons;celebrated w»C<£s 50ta Annivjcarved plates to Pres. Capin & John Chwalek and a plaque to the collage L 1983 Feb. 8-Westmoreland Club Dinner Mtg., Reading by Jnle noroski-’Tapestries from the Polish Pavilion’, 1938 NY World's £air Exhibit, now at Le Moyne College NY. Mar. 8-Four scholarships awarded at 8500.00 each. Apr.12-Talk given by Pres H. Ruchin on ’Australia’; Apr.2L-Card Party, Christine Wydick, Ch. J. Znaniecki presented Slides of Poland, May 10-Nuangola Inn Dinner Mtg T 17 ---polishCrafts Display by H. Loughlin, M Weiss,;C. Kovalich and J • Znaniecki. July 31-Gerden Party at J. Noroski - 5110 Profit. Aug. 6-Pocono Playhouse, "Tey're Playing Our Song". Sept. -wyo. Vail. Ctry. Club Dinner Mtg., Reading by J. Noroski on 300th Ann. of Sobiesk±;s Victory at Vienna in 1683". Oct.11-"Polish Day at Boscov's. Two-case display by H. Rushin including china, silver, crystal, wooden articles, dills, nutria fur jacket and Polish paintings. $60.00 Profit. Assisting were M. Benedykcinski, M. Kocyan, J. Znaniecki, H. Reese, Z. Horbacezewski. Wycinanki demonstration by H. Z. Grebski. 0ct.20-24-Eighth Folk Fest, at Kingston Armory. Theme "Folk Dances". Eight reproductions of Z. Stryjenska's paintings of Poland’s Regional Dances. ^8fe^8s4oIinS!!"BlAcf8Fdof£?S covered tables display. Profit $400.00/ Nov. 8-The Station Dinner Mtg. Wilkes Coll. Woodwind Ensemble performed. Carved wooden boxes from Poland were presented to each. Four scholarship recipi ents were: Mary Ann Figler, Larksville;Kay Kon, Larksville;Lorraine > ungvarski, Wilkes-Barre;Marionetta Perioski Hazleton. Dec.2,3,4-Luz. Cty. Courthouse Holiday Fair. Tree donated by Dr. Rushin, set up and trimmed by J. Znaniecki, M. Haydock, a. Conser, and Mary Bunsick Taken down by K. and D. Kon, J. Z. and J. DeMira, and M. Kocyan. Dec • 5-Genetti’s CastleFondo Christmas Party. Kolendy by Chorus. Reading by J. not now look back on the success which is their achievement. ♦ I ♦ » • Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. 1 1 t t I 11 b ti m w< be po tir for ths Jos Vai mei bers on thai �Commemtary Novoski on "A Polish Christman". Dec. - Chorus Programs included: Pol. Amer, congress, St. Stan’s Med. Ctr., Little Flower Manor, and Pi Beta Gamma. Dec.30-K.F. Ball. H. Loughlin, ch.Scholarship proceeds $1500.00. Co-Ch. Laney Kelley. Honored guests Dr. and Mrs. A. Juszczak. Flowers presented to Mrs J. Grosek on 90th Birthday. Mrs. not now look hack on the success which is their achievement. * ♦ ♦ ■ Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. �Gommemtary Iren 1958 - Irem .9 1941 - Irem 1949 A Hight in Old -----The Dreams of Kosciuszko" - K.F. - Pres.V.2. Polish Ballet - Felix Sadowski; Ch. V.Z, Witold Malcu2ynski -All, Chopin Piano Recital Exn. Si 108. 100. 52.05 35.89 Profit $ 200.46 : 1000. 215.45 .118.86 79.40 20.83 220. 125.59 500. C. Polish Room Con. _Programs: Oct. ty Concert Mrs. A.(1st Coleman Nov. 9, 5, 1951 1951 -- Lecture Roy Eaton K.F.Chopiny Sch. winner) Oct. 15, 1952 - Lecture ty Edmund ZawacEi <? iky 19 1955 - Fashion Clinic - Melania Hellersperk June 8, 1955 - Grove Theatre,Nuangola”I Am a Camera"-<h. J.Z. 6.34 100. Near.6, 1955 - Cooking Dem. -W.C. cafet., 0 258.80 Feb. 7, 1954 - Felix Labunski, composer 27. 1955 - Felicia Vlodek,Col.Sop. - Jule Z. ,ch. Forefathers ty Mickiewic: ider Janta - P.A.C )ct. 22, 1955 The An Evening of Micki?’ tr;’ ty . Oov. 15, 1955 Lec.d,xai^o - .'.u.ulvity -- -------- -ty Marie 547.59 Iky 17, 1956 - Fashions in Histoiy - Melania & Jule Z. Oct. 31, 1957 -Irene Lorent owicz,artist -Osterhout -Ch. Vic.N 145. 1356 - Summer Dance - Irem T. C.C. Pavilion - Ch. V. Schwartz 1C877.30 1958 - Yurek Lazowski’s Ballet "Pan Twardowski”-Ch.J.Z.2441. April 26, 1959Lydia 1958 Prochnicka’s 3 pltys- Coughlin - P.A.C. Jan. 1 1959 Dedication & Unveiling . 9, 1959 - A.C.P.C.C. ConventionofatPlacque r.'illces;reception-McClintock Iia.ll - Mrs. Eleanor Farley "Moods of Chopin" Nell, ^±, Jule Aug 7 — Di nner—Dance Mildred Aug 3 1956 Bal Masque Vyo. V. C.C. ;ch. H. Cooper 1956 - Eus trip Phil. -Acadeny of Music - " Slask" - Jule & Mildred Oct 27, 1930 17, - Lecture ty Mrs. Coleman - Pol. Room Feb. 20, 1960 - Feted " Miss Poland" -M.Malinowski-Col. U. Eng.^st^at Pol. Room 1960 _ - Paderewski Memorial Program - Mrs. H. Woodruff Sept I960 - Mazowsze - Irem - reception-Jule,Mildred Oct. 7, 1961 Oct. , - Adam Kapuscinski, concert pianist - Lorraine Oct. 18, 1261 - S. Mrozewski’s 10 day exhibit -prints of woodcuts;paintings,etc. Nov. 1961 Int. Fashion Show- authentic costumes; in conjunction with card party Jule & Melania "• May 2, 1962 - - Poznan Choir and reception - Irem ited^Col. Alice Gritsavage- Foothills Manor - Jit Feb. 28 1963 L'e' ‘.ed slide lecture of Poland’s’History-Dr. E. Kusiliewicz -« 1963 Sept. 1963^ irm Youth Eschange- delegates to Poland 1 wk. ’Nov. 2, 1964* - Hosted Sy *1?, 1964 - . Paul Gorka’s —c. u MelunSff 405.75 370.05 Illustrated slides of K.F. Trip to Poland - Nell & Mary - W.V. C.‘C. Nov. tf- 1964 - Illustrated slides of 6 months in Poland - Sandra Virtue 1965 - Hosted 4 I.F.Y.E. students going to Poland Feb. 1285 - Stefan Hero, violinist,Center-for the Perf. Arts - Jule X. fi I** 1. Nov. 1, 1965 — - Christmas Party honoring Jars. Kocyan, Pres. 15 yrs. 1965 -- IllustrAed slides |EKndia - CaroKKalinowski , Sinf onia Sacra, Nov. 29 ,’ 1965 Dec.10 - Millenium Concert,Cargegie Hall-Stokowski;Andrzej Panufnlk — Mar.27- Book Review The Mask; of Warriors -Marta K.Rhodes-Sterling - Millenium Film - Sterling Apr7|968-Andrzej Baohl.da-tenor-Center for the Performing Arts not now look back on the success which is their achievement. * a * ’ Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken ior his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. 1 1 t t T ii bi th m w< be po tir for ths Jos Vai mei inst bers that largi ram tribu Natic nine the i Dr. even �The Kosciuszko Foundation 15 East 65th Street New York 21, N. Y. The Kosciuss Monthly News Letter 15 East 65th Street (Published monthly except July and August) Vol. X. No. 4 (94; Edited by STEPHEN P. MIZWA December, 1955 Monthly . Qaal: 70,000 fC. ty. MesnbeM, By 7960 ? late Atfc' □ precede he Board i his life bears se '95. He »or of 11 >g thor rship. life, | Wilkf :h. THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION enjoys a reputation far beyond the meager resources with which, from the very beginning, it has been trying to do a job that calls for much greater means. The general effect of its activities has been the impression that it has millions of dollars at its disposal — or hundreds of thousands of supporters. A year ago the Foundation had only 1,000 members who were making, for the most part, modest annual contributions. In connection with the 30th anni­ versary we made an effort to double this number. On October 1, 1955 the Foundation had 1829 members of all categories (as announced in another column of this issue of the News Letter) and as we go to press we are actually approaching the figure of 2,000 or double the number of a year ago. Thanks, first of all, to the effort of our members who volunteered to serve on The Committee of 100. All this shows that there are people in every community who are or may be interested in the Foundation and the cultural work it is trying to do — if they are personally approached and the purposes of the Foundation are explained to them. In the sympathetic atmosphere of the 30th anniversary celebration a five-year cultural plan was launched with the goal of 10,000 Kosciuszko Foundation members by 1960. This goal can be reached if all of us, who are genuinely interested in this unique institution in America, are willing to do a little missionary work. Kosciuszko fought for the freedom of all of us — of all Americans — and any American, regardless of national origin, can be approached with the idea of enrolling as a K.F. member. Results of a recent membership campaign in Buffalo proved this point. But to Americans of Polish ancestry, of whom there are supposed to be over 6,000,CCO, this institution should be of primary interest. Following are a few steps that may prove helpful in reaching our goal: 1. The first step is an IF — IF all of the cur­ rently enrolled members renew their membership, preferably above the Subscribing Member category (see an item To Our Subscribing Members in an­ other column). 2. The Foundation has just published a revised illustrated brochure, which is being mailed here­ with with a membership application card. Please give it to some friend who is not a K.F. member as yet and try to enroll him or her as a member. Be sure to put your own name and address on the b'ack 'oflhe card so that we may know who recommended the new member. Additional brochures and membership cards will be mailed on request. How many? There may also be opportunities to include K.F. brochures when mailing other materials. For, ex­ ample, Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Po­ lish Arts Club of Buffalo, requested 1,003 to be mailed to members of the various Polish Cultural or Arts Clubs in America receiving the Post Convention Bul­ letin. We hope for some results from the ranks of these cultural clubs. Mrs. John J. Gostomski of Milwaukee, President of Polanki, has asked for 600 to be mailed locally with the Mickiewicz Program. 3. The Committee of 100 will be continued and we shall continue the 30th anniversary membership campaign to the end of the current budget year, till June 30, 1956. 4. Anyone who enrolls at least 10 new K.F. mem­ bers by June 30, 1956 will receive the Kosciuszko such as Foundation 30th Anniversary Citation were awarded to the 30 leading members of the Com­ mittee of 100 on October 15th. 5. Anyone who enrolls at least 50 new K.F. mem­ bers with the total membership fees of at least $250.00 will receive a special Citation, especially designed by an artist in each case and mounted on a plaque — such as Mrs. Jarzebowska and Mrs. Adrianowska re­ ceived on October 15th. What to give to close friends and relatives for Christmas is always a perplexing problem — some­ thing that would not cost much more than $5.00 or $10.00 and yet something that would be different and be appreciated. Why not present them with a K.F. membership for a year? — after discreetly finding out that they are not K.F. members as yet. If such memberships are distinctly marked as Christmas gifts, an appropriate notice to this effect will be THE TRUSTEES and officers of the Kosciuszko Foundation desire to express to you and yours, their best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. • (Published monthly Vol. XIV, No. 5 [135] Edited by STEPHEN I *7he 35th Atutui&u 'bl 1 MR. CHARLES NOSAL, Chairman of the Trustee Committee on Membership, in the November New; Letter outlined plans for the celebration of the ko­ sciuszko Foundation’s 35th Anniversary coinciding with the Members Day Program on Saturday. October 15, 1960. Instead of holding a banquet, which is cost­ ly in money to the participants and effort on the part of the committee on arrangements, it was felt that it would be much more appropriate if we doubled the present K.F. roster of membership of around 1,750 to 3,500 (thirty-five hundred) and brought up the income from memberships and donations to $35,003.00 for the current program of the Foundation’s activities. We can reach these modest goals, as indicated in the September News Letter article, if some of our more active members enroll in the Committee of 100, each enrolling at least one new K.F. member; if seme members of the Com­ mittee of 100 join a Mem­ ber a Month Club (that is enrolling 12 new K.F. mem­ bers in the course of the year); if at least a few members of the Committee of 100 enroll 35 new K.F. A massive table in the Polish Ro members for the 35th An­ Barre, Pa. — built and ca Mr. Stefan Hellesperk niversary; if some of our present K. F. members (especially Subscribing and Associate Members) graduate into a higher category of membership: fin­ ally if some of our K.F. members, who have already generously contributed in the past, add enough to make at least $1,000.00 and go on the Benefactors Plaque; — IF all these things happen, we can easily 1 reach and perhaps even surpass the indicated goals. 1 Some of the IFS are already being turned into positive » action: some of our kw �they will be receiving co remind them of their ire a member of the ComChristmas gift memberships will cowards the K.F. Citation mentioned above. n addition, a silver cup (the gift of one of ■ustees) will be awarded on Members Day in October, 1956 to that member of the Committee of 100 who will have enrolled the largest number of new K.F. members as a crowning feature of the Foundation's 30th anniversary. Every K.F. member is eligible to compete for this silver cup, and new members enrolled prior to Octo­ ber 1, 1955 will be counted. However, in order to give the competitors a common denominator, member­ ships will be computed on the basis of $10,00 mem­ bership fee as a unit. Thus, two Associate Members at $5.00 each will be counted as one member, but one Sustaining Member at $100.00 will be counted as 10 members. The reason for such computation is obvious; 50 Active Members at $10.00, for example, bring to the Foundation greater support than 100 Subscribing Members at $2.00. And so we are launching on a more ambitious pro­ gram with the hope of rendering greater service. The Foundation must have more members, with a greater joint support. Can we have your cooperation in this expanding program ?—S.P.M. eMaui Many, MewibenA 2)aed A CONTEST GAVE THE ANSWER le late At io preced; the Boar* •d his lift shears se 795. He isor of u ngtho* ership.I AS A DEVICE to establish facts,, but at the same time to see public opinion expressed in estimating the number of those who support the Kosciuszko Foundation by way of annual membership, we initiated a “guessing game” and invited the public to give us an answer to the question: How many mem­ bers in good standing the Kosciuszko Foundation. had as of October 1st this year. A great many answers with a great variety of guesses came in response to this query. Over 80% of these guesses brought figures which run far above the real number of members in all categories, ranging from 5,000 to over 1,000,000 members. Only a little over 10% of the answers represent guesses which fall into the realm of reality and even understate­ ment. As of October 1, 1955 we counted 1829 members divided into the following categories: 493 Subscribing Members at $2.00; 730 Associate Members at $5.00; 488 Active Members at $10.00; 110 Supporting Mem­ bers at $25.00; and 8 Sustaining Members at $100.00 per annum. The total amount of membership fees received during the past year ending October 1st was $13,066.00. By further breaking down the membership figures we find that included among the 1829 members are Page Two only 66 organizations with the total L $1’dlng. 57 membership fees for the past yeai. an come individual donations, totalling $7420.0 ’ . . Instituclose to figure out the annual budge ° of tion, which, in many instances, where it _ service, give assistance and initiate lmP everyjects for the common good and gratificat nt one of us, is hampered in its potential by the very scarcity of the support it is lecei However, within the limitations of its budget, the Foundation has given ample proof of a wise efficient policy and administration, since the of its activities impresses public opinion to a p° • where — as demonstrated by this contest the ya majority takes simply for granted that the Founda io enjoys mass support; while in reality it subsists on y as a result of individual help, given by a limited num­ ber of enlightened and forward thinking friends. Yet the goal to be set for the Foundation’s further development and the role it should play in American and Polish cultural life must be based on the hope that mass participation and support can be, and will be obtained. — Alexander Janta. THE FOLLOWING participants in the guessing game were announced as winners: Mr. Witold Jastrzebski, of Chicago, Ill (first prize of $100.00 for sending in the closest figure of 1817; which, incidentally, is the year of Kosciuszko’s death); Mrs. Richard Jenczka of Buffalo, N. Y. (second prize of $50.00 for her guess of 1849 members); and Mr. Waclaw Szukiewicz of New York (temporarily in Buffalo), third prize of $25.00' for his entry of 1800. In addition ten participants, who had the next closest figures, have each received a prize in the form of the first book of Poland’s Mil­ lennium Series of the Kosciuszko Foundation, “Czartoryski and European Unity” by Marian Kukiel. — A. J. Va Out JWemb&iA WHEN the Kosciuszko Foundation bought and moved into its own “home” in 1945 and the annual member­ ship schedule was introduced, the most modest mem­ bership fee — that of Subscribing Member — was set at $2.C0. It was then felt that this category of mem bership would serve mainly as an introduction and was intended primarily for students. However nil membKS have been receiving our Monthly New Since then the cost of paper, composition, printing bookkeeptmg etc. have gone up - ocean Z g’ double size bulletin has been published 2 a? discovered that $2.00 does not quite cover all th- We penses involved. At their recent meeting th JVh eX’ tion’s Board of Trustees decided to -the Foundathe Monthly News Letter only to Sub^u® sendinS hers who are actually students an/to^1 sentang Members untU their current m°eXsMp. expires. The other categories of membership are not affected. The Foundation will be happy to welcome new Sub­ scribing Members and to renew present members in this category who wish to "subscribe” for the purposes of the Foundation and thus help support its efforts in the cultural field, but the Monthly News Letter will not be mailed to them for reasons stated above. We do hope, however, that with the expiration of their current membership the Subscribing Members will enroll in a higher category and thus will con­ tinue to receive the Monthly News Letter which will reflect an expanding program of the Kosciuszko Foundation and a wider scope of Polish cultural activities in America. — S.P.M. 'Wilted. Arud CallecjeA And 7/fniueMitieA, COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY presidents are busy people and make important engagements months ahead. Hence, it was impossible for many of those invited to attend the testimonial dinner — and they sent greetings and best wishes either by telegram or letter, personal or official. Space does not permit to quote in extenso all the messages that were received, and we shall restrict our­ selves to four colleges and universities with which Dr. MacCracken has been closely connected — New York University, his Alma Mater; Yale University and Smith College, where he taught English before as­ suming the presidency of Vassar; and of course, Vassar College: As a steadfast alumnus of New York University and the distinguished son of a former Chancellor of this institution, Henry Noble MacCracken has en­ deared himself indelibly to us and we accordingly rejoice at his investiture with the first medal of the Kosciuszko Foundation in recognition of his out­ standing service to Polish and American culture. The record of Doctor MacCracken as a college president marks him as one of the foremost Amer­ ican educators of the century, added to which is his most effective service in such collateral posts as the leadership for the past thirty years of the influential Foundation over which you now have the honor to preside. We therefore gladly join with you and your associates and friends in saluting him proudly and gratefully on this occasion, and in wishing him God­ speed on his continued course of high service that .knows no temporal or geographical bounds. (—) Henry T. Heald Chancellor, New York University * * * THE PRESIDENT, FELLOWS AND FACULTY OF YALE UNIVERSITY Regret that they are unable . . . to be present . . . and to pay their respects to a distinguished col­ league and friend, Henry Noble MacCracken. They .take advantage of this opportunity to offer their con­ gratulations both to the Kosciuszko to Dr. MacCracken and their be; continued welfare of a great cause. Given under the Seal of the Univ ♦ • ♦ Though I have not had many oppe and get to know President MacCra variably found him one of the mos stimulating of companions. Since he College before becoming President therefore gained here the acquain education of young women which m the most distinguished educators of I as one of those with the greatest du vival value (how many college prt generation, or this one, could survive I in so arduous a position?), it would for the President of Smith College to the dinner, even if only as a silent remarkable achievement of President Being unable to attend the dinner College Board of Trustees meeting), I a to send to President MacCracken, throx offices, my congratulations upon the oc well merited recognition of his service and my very best wishes for the years tc (—) Benjamin F. V President, Smit ♦ ♦ ♦ THE TRUSTEES AND FACUL'. Of VASSAR COLLEGE send cordial greetings to THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATK upon the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of its establishment and to HENRY NOBLE MACCRACKEN Former President of the Foundation anc College who is being honored for distingux ice in the advancement of friendly undersL tween two great peoples. (—) Sarah Gibson film President, Vassar * * * The Kosciuszko Foundation’s nearest neighbor (Park Avenue and 68th Street) i College. Dr. George N. Shuster, Presiden College, writes (to Dr. MacCracken, interc the editor): No one with whom I have worked has greater confidence or given a more profitable of intelligence. But I really do wish to say a word about u do for the Kosciuszko Foundation. That ou fellow citizens are becoming increasingly ax the great cultural traditions which are enshx their history and literature is almost entirely the efforts of those who serve your Founda know also that if it had not been for the enc ment that you have so tirelessly given. the �> total of $1,146.00 in year. By adding 57 57.420.00, we can come oudget of this Institu. where it could be of dtiate important pro­ gratification of everypotential development >ort it is receiving. ms of its budget, the □roof of a wise and tion. since the effect e opinion to a point, is contest — the vast I that the Foundation ?ality it subsists only en by a limited numhinking friends. Foundation’s further Id play in American based on the hope □rt can be, and will the guessing game Witold Jastrzebski, 00 for sending in ncidtntally, is the Richard Jenczka 0.00 for her guess Szukiewicz of New d prize of $25.00 ten participants, ve each received of Poland’s Milundation, “Czarn Kukiel. — A. J. ght and moved. tmuai member■ modest memiber — was set egory of memroduction and However, all fonthly News. ion. printing, :casionally a I — and we r all the exthe Foundanue sending ibing Memother Subn emb ership expires. other categories of membership are not affected. The Foundation will be happy to welcome new Sub­ scribing Members and to renew present members in this category who wish to “subscribe” for the purposes of the Foundation and thus help support its efforts in the cultural field, but the Monthly News Letter will not be mailed to them for reasons stated above. We do hope, however, that with the expiration of their current membership the Subscribing Members will enroll in a higher category and thus will con­ tinue to receive the Monthly News Letter which will reflect an expanding program of the Kosciuszko Foundation and a wider scope of Polish cultural activities in America. — S.P.M. tynatn Co-lle^eT And. fyniuesiAitied. COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY presidents are busy people and make important engagements months ahead. Hence, it was impossible for many of those invited to attend the testimonial dinner — and they sent greetings and best wishes either by telegram or letter, personal or official. Space does not permit to quote in extenso all the messages that were received, and we shall restrict our­ selves to four colleges and universities with which Dr. MacCracken has been closely connected — New York University, his Alma Mater; Yale University and Smith College, where he taught English before assuming the presidency of Vassar; and of course Vassar College: As a steadfast alumnus of New York University and the distinguished son of a former Chancellor of this institution, Henry Noble MacCracken has en­ deared himself indelibly to us and we accordingly rejoice at his investiture with the first medal of the Kosciuszko Foundation in recognition of his out­ standing service to Polish and American culture. The record of Doctor MacCracken as a college president marks him as one of the foremost Amer­ ican educators of the century, added to which is his most effective service in such collateral posts as the leadership for the past thirty years of the influential Foundation over which you now have the honor to preside. 1We therefore gladly join with you and your associates; and friends in saluting him proudly and gratefullyi on this occasion, and in wishing him Godspeed on his continued course of high service that .knows no temporal or geographical bounds. (—) Henry T. Heald Chancellor, New York University THE PRESIDENT, FELLOWS AND FACULTY OF YALE UNIVERSITY Regret that they are unable . . . to be present . . . and to pay their respects to a distinguished col­ league and friend, Henry Noble MacCracken. They take advantage of this opportunity to offer their con- gratulations both to the Kosciuszko Foundation and to Dr. MacCracken and their best wishes for the continued welfare of a great cause. Given under the Seal of the University etc. Though I have not had many opportunities to meet and get to know President MacCracken, I have in­ variably found him one of the most delightful and stimulating of companions. Since he taught at Smith College before becoming President of Vassar, and therefore gained here the acquaintance with the education of young women which made him one of the most distinguished educators of his time, as well as one of those with the greatest durability or sur­ vival value (how many college presidents of his generation, or this one, could survive thirty one years in so arduous a position?), it would be most fitting for the President of Smith College to be present at the dinner, even if only as a silent witness to the remarkable achievement of President MacCracken. Being unable to attend the dinner (due to Smith College Board of Trustees meeting), I am most happy to send to President MacCracken, through your good offices, my congratulations upon the occasion of this well merited recognition of his services of the past and my very best wishes for the years to come. (—) Benjamin F. Wright President, Smith College THE TRUSTEES AND FACULTY VASSAR COLLEGE send cordial greetings to THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION upon the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of its establishment and to HENRY NOBLE MACCRACKEN Former President of the Foundation and of Vassar College who is being honored for distinguished service in the advancement of friendly understanding between two great peoples. (—) Sarah Gibson Blanding President, Vassar College The Kosciuszko Foundation’s nearest academic neighbor (Park Avenue and 68th Street) is Hunter College. Dr. George N. Shuster, President of the College, writes (to Dr. MacCracken, intercepted by the editor): No one with whom I have work°d has inspired greater confidence or given a more profitable example of intelligence. But I really do wish to say a word about what you do for the Kosciuszko Foundation. That our Polish fellow citizens are becoming increasingly aware of the great cultural traditions which are enshrined in their history and literature is almost entirely due to the efforts of those who serve your Foundation. I know also that if it had not been for the encourage­ ment that you have so tirelessly given, they could Page Three The Koscius 15 East 65th Street Monthly (Published monthly Vol. XIV [135] Edited by STEPHEN J 35th &wu4j&u MR. CHARLES NOSAL, Chairman of the Trustee; Committee on Membership, in the November News Letter outlined plans for the celebration of the ko­ sciuszko Foundation’s 35th Anniversary — coinciding with the Members Day Program on Saturday, October 15, 1960. Instead of holding a banquet, which is cost­ ly in money to the participants and effort on the part of the committee on arrangements, it was felt that it would be much more appropriate if we doubled the present K.F. roster of membership of around 1,750 to 3,500 (thirty-five hundred) and brought up the income from memberships and donations to $35,009.00 for the current program of the Foundation’s activities. We can reach these modest goals, as indicated in the September News Letter article, if some of our more active members enroll in the Committee of 100, each enrolling at least one new K.F. member; if seme members of the Com­ mittee of 100 join a Mem­ ber a Month Club (that is enrolling 12 new K.F. mem­ bers in the course of the year); if at least a few members of the Committee of 100 enroll 35 new K.F. A massive table in the Polish Ro members for the 35th An­ Pa. — built and ca Stefan Hellesperk i niversary; if some of our present K. F. members (especially Subscribing and Associate Members'! graduate into a higher category of membership: fin­ ally if some of our K.F. members, who have already generously contributed in the past, add enough to make at least $1,000.00 and go on the Benefactors Plaque; — IF all these things happen, we can easily reach and perhaps even surpass the indicated goals. Some of the IFS are already being turned into positive action: some of our kf �., election as Chairman of the Board in Wyoming Valley as may be seen Dr'•. Kocyan’s net now look back on the success which is their achievement. * * * Letters and telegrams in similar vein have been received from: Millicent C. McIntosh, President of Barnard College, New York; Harry D. Gideonse, President of Brooklyn College; R. H. Heindel, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, University of Buf­ falo; Buell G. Gallagher, President of the College of the City of New York; Rev. Laurence J. McGinley, S. J., President of Fordham University, New York; Roswell G. Ham, President of Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Mass.; Admiral John F. Hines, Presi­ dent of American International College, Springfield, Mass.; Harold W. Dodds, President of Princeton Uni­ versity; John J. Theobald, President of Queens Col­ lege, Flushing, N. Y.; Margaret Clapp, President of Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. There have also been receivd many telegrams and letters with congratulations and best wishes from non-academic centers. Among them was a telegram from Governor Edmund S. Muskie with the following message: My heartiest congratulations to Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken "for his many years of service in behalf of the Kosciuszko Foundation. As Governor of Maine I salute you. (As most of our readers undoubtedly know, Governor Muskie is of Polish descent. — Ed.) Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Secretary of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, sent the following message on behalf of the Club: Our deepest respect to the dedicated Captain (Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken) of this fine institution representing many years of love and devotion to bring it to the splendid flowering on its 30th anniversary. For the many heart-warming messages received from K.F. members and friends may we express to them on behalf of Dr. MacCracken and the Founda­ tion, our sincere thanks. — S.P.M. K. F. Trustees present at the last annual meeting which ccincidec with the 30th anniversary celebration. L. to r.: Anthony J. Stonina, Dr. Anthony S. Mallek, Joseph F. Le­ ster, Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken (retiring Chairman of Board). Prof. Edmund 1. Zawacki (Recording Secretary), Stephen P. Mizwa (President), Frank ,N. Piasecki (newly ejected Vice-Chairman of the Board),'Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan (newly elected Chairman of the Board), Gen. Joseph E. Barzynski. Page Four 2>n. Koctfan Gltaihman 0^ tyiank 7V. fco-osid PialecJzi. Vice-GkatomtiSL THE OFFICERS of ths Foundation, in the revised set-up, are: Chairman of the Board, two Vice-Chair­ men of the Board, President who is charge of ad­ ministration and carries out the policies adopted by the Board of Trustees, Treasurer who is in charge of and supervises the financial operations (the most important being the problem of investments) and Recording Secretary. It is generally agreed that it would be extremely difficut to find another Henry Noble MacCracken, with both the prestige in the American aca­ demic centers and the deep personal interest in the Kosciuszko Foundation and its aims and pur­ poses that have characterized Dr. MacCracken, But, fortunately, the Foundation has among its Trustees — and in the wide mem­ bership outside the Board — many men and women who have been ardent sup­ porters of and tireless workers for the Foundation from the very beginning. And in the forefront among these, second to none, is Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., in Wyoming Valley, whence come many Kosciuszko Foundation members and generous supporters of this unique institution. In fact, more names of Founder Mem­ bers and Benefactors from that locality are engraved on the Kosciuszko Foundation Benefactors Plaque than from any other community of this or even much larger size. For example, we do not find a single name from such a metropolis as Buffalo or Cleveland. Among the nine Founder Members (who have con­ tributed at least $5,000 each, including the Polish National Alliance of the U.S. of N.A ) three out of nine come from Wyoming Valley, namely: The Lesters, the Malinowskis and Miss Mary R. Koons. Dr. Kocyan’s interest in the Kosciuszko Foundation even antedates this organization and goes back tothe grass roots of our efforts to arouse interest in the program of cultural relations between Poland and the United States. And his interest and generous sup­ port — including those of Mrs. Kocyan and of theirfriends — have never waned. It was, therefore, with­ out hesitation that the Board of Trustees unanimous­ ly elected Dr. Kocyan as their Chairman. WeI1 Editorial in Wilkes-Barre Times Leader of editorial in from II1C f 1955 under J - the title: October 20, FOUNDATION chairman nation of Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan to the chairman. 7«,p hoard of the Kosciuszko Foundation, with ^headquarters in New York, was not at all surprising view of his qualification and record of service to This organization and others. As a charter member of the Foundation, as well a member of its board of directors, vice chairman and acting chairman, Dr. Kocyan was the logical choice to succeed Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken who received the Medal of Recognition for Distinguished Service upon his retirement. An outstanding member of the medical profession, Dr. Kocyan has served his country and community with no less distinction through his extracurricular activities. With his background, it is understate­ ment to say the affairs of the Kosciuszko Foundation are in unusually skilled hands. In the period ahead, the Foundation faces a chal­ lenge that can only be met by the resourcefulness Dr. Kocyan is in a position to furnish. Greater Wilkes-Barre is flattered that Americans of Polish descent again have turned to it for leader­ ship, this time in the cultural realm. Since Dr. Kocyan was advanced from vice-chair.manship to chairmanship one vacancy of vice-chair­ manship occurred. The Trustees felt that this vacancy should be filled by a younger man and Mr. Frank N. Piasecki (an aeronautical engineer and helicopter designer and builder of international fame) was unanimously chosen for that post. The other of­ ficers were reelected for their respective posts: Gen. William H. Draper, Jr., Vice-Chairman; Stephen P. Mizwa, President; Edward C. Smith, Vice-President of City Bank Farmers Trust Co., Treasurer; Professor Edmund I. Zawacki, head of the Slavic Department In the University of Wisconsin, Recording Secretary. The Foundation is in good hands and is starting the second SO-year period with confidence. The Trustees have fastened the flag on another mast and the ship is sailing on. — S.P.M. Mont Palillt Malicr MuUcIcmA /Ind J1P Pecandintfl THE KARLOWICZ Concerto for violin and orfound its way to a Colosseum LP record „. Paul Affelder, in reviewing it in the igh Fidelity Magazine for August 1955 (p. 49), says; for Ch°PirL the music of Poland has, on perform.suffered neglect at the hands of Western •dicatpe ^7undeservedly so, as this record inthan .Mleczysiaw Karlowicz (1876-1909) was a more ordinarily gifted composer, to judge from his Violin Concerto, an exceptionally melodious work . . . After hearing it, one wonders why it isn’t in the repertoire of some of our own concert violinists; it would be a refreshing relief from the usual run of works for violin and orchestra that we are compelled to listen to season after season. It is a pity that its composer’s life was cut so short (by a mountain avalanche when he was only thirty-three)”. We agree with every word of Mr. Affelder’s. It is also a pity that the recording of this Concerto is so poor from the point of view of technical repro­ duction. The record we bought for the Foundation had such unbearable surface noise that we had to return it in exchange for Chopin’s Concerto No. 1, played by Artur Rubinstein, which is superb (RCA Victor LM-1810) and perhaps the best of about a dozen recordings of this Concerto now available. Incidentally, among the best recordings of Chopin’s Concerto No. 2 are: Also Rubinstein’s (RCA Victor LM-1046) and Malcuzynski’s (Columbia 3ML-4135 and Angel 35030). JOSEF HOFMANN was featured in the High Fidelity Magazine for September 1955 by Harold Schonberg, who regards this “inimitable keyboard genius” as “the greatest pianist he ever heard.” Hofmann gave his Golden Jubilee Concert at the Metropolitan Opera House on November 28, 1937. Most of the pieces he then played (primarily Chopin) are being pressed by Columbia on LP record (ML-4929). This will be a col­ lector’s item (there was no high fidelity recording in 1937) and will give a good idea of the artistry of Josef Hofmann. His last New York appearance was in Carnegie Hall, early in 1946, when he was 70. Now he lives in retirement on the Pacific Coast. LEOPOLD STOKOWSKI is always in the news. Is he of Polish descent? How about the legend that his name was Stokes and he changed it to ’ski, like Pa­ derewski, for professional reasons? Oliver Daniel (in the Hi-Fi Music at Home magazine for SeptemberOctober 1955) addresses himself to the problem of solving these questions once for all and for this pur­ pose had a personal interview with the Maestro. Stokowski, “a young Pole from England” arrived in New York fifty years ago to become an organist in St. Bartholomew’s Church (then on Fifth Avenue, now at Park Avenue and 50th Street). Now, in an interview, “he stated emphatically that his full name is Leopold Boleslawowicz Stanislaw Antoni Stokow­ ski, and that he was named after his grandfather, a distinguished gentleman from Lublin” (Poland, not Dublin, Ireland). The biographical sketch in the last issue of Who’s Who in America gives the same combination of Polish names and states that he was born in London, England, in April 1887. His father’s name was Josef Boleslaw Kopernicus Stokowski. Mother’s name is not given. CHOPIN’S Krakowiak, Rondo, for piano and or­ chestra was recently brought out on 12-inch LP re­ cord by VOX (PL-9030) with Orazio Frugoni, pianist. and Pro Musica Orchestra of Vienna, Hans Swarowsky conducting. It is a fairly good recording, better than the shortened version pressed on a 10-inch record by Page Five �Dr. Kocyan’s election as Chairman of the Board "was well received in Wyoming Valley as may be seen from the editorial in Wilkes-Barre Times Leader of October 20, 1955 under the title: th? Foundation, in the revised tn of the Board, two Vice-ChairPresident who is charge of adrries out th? policies adopted by >es. Treasurer who is in charge e financial operations (the most > problem of investments) and reed that it would be extremely (her Henry Noble MacCracken, ocyan (left) and Mr. Piasecki he very beginning. And in se, second to none, is Dr. es-Barre, Pa., in Wyoming ay Kosciuszko Foundation upporters of this unique names of Founder Memthat locality are engraved ition Benefactors Plaque mity of this or even much we do not find a single 5 as Buffalo or Cleveland. lembers (who have conh, including the Polish >. of N.A ) three out of ley, namely: The Lesters, ry R. Koons. Kosciuszko Foundation tion and goes back to o arouse interest in the etween Poland and the est and generous sup- Kocyan and of theirt was, therefore, with! Trustees unanimous-hairman. FOUNDATION CHAIRMAN Elevation of Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan to the chairman­ ship of the board of the Kosciuszko Foundation, with headquarters in New York, was not at all surprising in view of his qualification and record of service to this organization and others. As a charter member of the Foundation, as well ■as a member of its board of directors, vice chairman and acting chairman, Dr. Kocyan was the logical choice to succeed Dr. Henry Noble MacCracken who received the Medal of Recognition for Distinguished Service upon his retirement. An outstanding member of the medical profession, Dr. Kocyan has served his country and community with no less distinction through his extracurricular activities. With his background, it is understate­ ment to say the affairs of the Kosciuszko Foundation are in unusually skilled hands. In the period ahead, the Foundation faces a chal­ lenge that can only be met by the resourcefulness Dr. Kocyan is in a position to furnish. Greater Wilkes-Barre is flattered that Americans of Polish descent again have turned to it for leader­ ship, this time in the cultural realm. Since Dr. Kocyan was advanced from vice-chair­ manship to chairmanship one vacancy of vice-chair­ manship occurred. The Trustees felt that this vacancy should be filled by a younger man and Mr. Frank N. Piasecki (an aeronautical engineer and helicopter designer and builder of international fame) was unanimously chosen for that post. The other of­ ficers were reelected for their respective posts: Gen. William H. Draper, Jr., Vice-Chairman; Stephen P. ZMizwa, President; Edward C. Smith, Vice-President of City Bank Farmers Trust Co., Treasurer; Professor Edmund I. Zawacki, head of the Slavic Department in the University of Wisconsin, Recording Secretary. The Foundation is in good hands and is starting Ihe second 30-year period with confidence. The ’Trustees have fastened the flag on another mast and the ship is sailing on. — S.P.M. Aliotd PalidJt Malic., Attd j£P PezandUncjA THE KARLOWICZ Concerto for violin and or-chestra found its way to a Colosseum LP record (CRLP-190). Paul Affelder, in reviewing it in the High Fidelity Magazine for August 1955 (p. 49), says: “Except for Chopin, the music of Poland has, on the vhole, suffered neglect at the hands of Western performers — undeservedly so, as this record in­ dicates. Mieczyslaw Karlowicz (1876-1909) was a more than ordinarily gifted composer, to judge from his Violin Concerto, an exceptic)nally . it isn’t in the After hearing it, one wonders why violinists; H repertoire of some of our own. co usual run of would be a refreshing relief from compelled works for violin and orchestra tha & that to listen to season after season. mountain its composer’s life was cut so short (oy avalanche when he was only thirty . >s it We agree with every word of Mr._ Concerto is is also a pity that the recording technicai reproso poor from the point of view o Foundation duction. The record we bought for the t0 had such unbearable surface noise No x return it in exchange for Chopin’s Concerto No.^ played by Artur Rubinstein, whichi is> supe Victor LM-1810) and perhaps the best a dozen recordings of this Concerto no, rh nin>s Incidentally, among the best recordings o , Concerto No. 2 are: Also Rubinstein’s (RCA Victor LM-1046) and Malcuzynski’s (Columbia 3ML-413o Angel 35030). JOSEF HOFMANN was featured in the High Fidelity Magazine for Sentember 1955 by Harold Schonberg, who regards this “inimitable keyboard genius” as “the greatest pianist he ever heard.” Hofmann gave his Golden Jubilee Concert at the Metropolitan Opera House on November 28, 1937. Most of the pieces he then played (primarily Chopin) are being pressed by Columbia on LP record (ML-4929). This will be a col­ lector’s item (there was no high fidelity recording in 1937) and will give a good idea of the artistry of Josef Hofmann. His last New York appearance was in Carnegie Hall, early in 1946, when he was 70. Now he lives in retirement on the Pacific Coast. LEOPOLD STOKOWSKI is always in the news. Is he of Polish descent? How about the legend that his name was Stokes and he changed it to ’ski, like Pa­ derewski, for professional reasons? Oliver Daniel (in the Hi-Fi Music at Home magazine for SeptemberOctober 1955) addresses himself to the problem of solving these questions once for all and for this pur­ pose had a personal interview with the Maestro. Stokowski, “a young Pole from England” arrived in New York fifty years ago to become an organist in St. Bartholomew’s Church (then on Fifth Avenue now at Park Avenue and 50th Street). Now, in an interview, “he stated emphatically that his full name is Leopold Bolesiawowicz Stanislaw Antoni Stokow ski, and that he was named after his grandfather a distinguished gentleman from Lublin” (Poland not Dublin, Ireland). The biographical sketch in’ the last issue of Who’s Who in America gives the same combination of Polish names and states that he w7< born in London, England, in Anril 1887 His father^ name was Joset Boleslaw Kopernlcus Stokowski Mother’s name is not given. owski. CHOPIN’S Krakowiak, Rondo, for piano and chestra was recently brought out on 12-inch ip 7’ cord by VOX (PL-9030) with Orazio Frugoni Xi.' and Pro Musica Orchestra of Vienna a ’ pianist> conducting. It is a fairly good recording, bettaSn the shortened version pressed on a 10-inch record by Page Five The Koscius: 15 East 65th Street Monthly j (Published monthly Vol. XIV, No. 5 [135] Edited by STEPHEN I 35th Anniu&H co 3 ' 1(5 I 0i ‘■I if: ♦ ■3 b MR. CHARLES NOSAL, Chairman of the Trustee; Committee on Membership, in the November News Letter outlined plans for the celebration of the ko­ sciuszko Foundation’s 35th Anniversary — coinciding with the Members Day Program on Saturday, October 15, 1960. Instead of holding a banquet, which is cost­ ly in money to the participants and effort on the part of the committee on arrangements, it was felt that it would be much more appropriate if we doubled the present K.F. roster of membership of around 1,750 to 3,500 (thirty-five hundred) and brought up the income from memberships and donations to $35,009.00 for the current program of the Foundation’s activities. We can reach these modest goals, as indicated in the September News Letter article, if some of our more active members enroll in the Committee of 100, each enrolling at least one new K.F. member; if seme members of the Com­ mittee of 100 join a Mem­ ber a Month Club (that is enrolling 12 new K.F. mem­ bers in the course of the year); if at least a few members of the Committee of 100 enroll 35 new K.F. A massive table in the Polish Roi members for the 35th An­ Barre, Pa. — built and cai Mr. Stefan Hellesperk < niversary; if some of our present K. F. members (especially Subscribing and Associate Members' graduate into a higher category of membership: fin­ ally if some of our K.F. members, who have already generously contributed in the past, add enough tn make at least $1,000.00 and go on the Benefactors Plaque; — IF all these things happen, we can easily reach and perhaps even surpass the indicated goals. Some of the IFS are already being turned into positive action: some of our kf �^f^ratulations and best wishes for continued suc­ cess The next 50 years will be easier. ~EUGENE H. KONSTANTYNOWICZ of Detroit Mich a K.F. member and fervent supporter of the Founda" the same company in 1950. Added on the same record of this new version are Chopin’s Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise Brillante, and the Variations on “La Ci Darem La Mano” which Chopin composed before he was 20 and concerning which Schumann wrote the famous prophecy: "Hats off, gentlemen! A genius.” ZocbiG, 7o- (9m. Re: Memhe/iA PuMf>iam THZ OTHER day a group of our members, young men and young women from within the metro­ politan area of New Yerk, met in the Kosciuszko Foundation and discussed plans of arranging a series of programs and functions that would be of special interest to them and other K.F. members of their age group. Many possibilities were considered: lectures on various aspects of Polish culture, concerts of Polish music, panel discussions on- problems of special interest to them — some kind of program at least once a month. A Program Committee was elected comprising the following members: Charles Nosal, Dr. Ed­ ward Surowiec, Bernard Wielewinski and the Misses Janina Kremen, Frances Kurdziel, Lila Renkis and Emilia Zacharewicz. This being a Christmas season, the members present felt that they would like to learn and sing some Polish carols (kolendy). Therefore, while the Program Committee is working out a program for the balance of the current winter season it was unanimously agreed that the first function in the series of programs is to be A CHRISTMAS PROGRAM to take place on Tuesday, December 20, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. in the Kosciuszko Foundation House. In our membership files we only have names, addresses and an indication of membership category depending upon the amount of annual contribution, but we have no way of knowing to which age group a given member belongs and therefore cannot send a separate inivitation. | Therefore, may this announcement serve as an invitation extended to all our young members (wherever they may be) to this Christmas Pro­ gram. We presume that “young” includes all those who are and those who feel young. Two questions have arisen: (1) Can you bring friends? (2) What will be the admission charge? Answer: (1) Yes, if they are K.F. members or are interested in enrolling as K.F. members. (2) No admission charge but some modest con­ tribution will be expected from each member present to cover expenses as the Program Com­ mittee is planning for an after-program tea. S.P.M. Page Six Personalia And MiScellanea IGNATIUS NURKIEWICZ, a prominent industrialist, leader in civic and philanthropic activities and K. . member, is moving his Siop Fire plant fr0™ pi‘re lyn to New Jersey, near New Brunswick. Stop is one of the leading American firms in the produc­ tion of fire exstinguishers and the new plant, when completed, will increase the output 500%. ' WOMEN’S CLUB FOR THE POLISH ROOM at Wilkes College (in which Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan, wife of our Chairman of the Board, is very active) spon­ sored the dramatic presentation of Mickiewicz’s Forefathers’ Eve, October 22nd at Wilkes College. The production was directed by Mr. Alfred S. Groh, director of theatre at Wilkes. Our own Mr. Janta, whose adaptation of some scenes from part III of Fore­ fathers’ Eve was used, attended the performance and came back with a vivid account of yet another in­ teresting stage experiment in bringing Mickiewicz to the attention of an American audience. FRIENDS OF HELENA MORSZTYN, on the initiative and under the management of Mrs. Kazimiera Adrian-Adrianowska, presented a comedy in 3 acts Szkarlatne Rose (Scarlet Roses) in Central High School, New York, November 6th for the benefit of Helena Morsztyn scholarship for a pianist under the auspices of the Foundation. Mrs. Adrianowska played the leading role opposite Wladyslaw Astrow. The only two other actors were: Janusz K!§bukowski and Lila Sarnowska. With only 3 weeks for rehearsals all the actors did very well. As we go to press the financial results are not known. RICHARD SZEWCZYNSKI of Holyoke, Mass., a K.F. member and son of a former Trustee, Mr. W. J. Szewczynski, married Miss Amelia W. Sklarski of South Hadley Falls, Mass. The wedding took place Novem­ ber 19th in Mater Dolorosa Church in Holyoke. Until his marriage Richard made his home with his mother, Mrs. Maria Szewczynska, at 59 George Street, Holyoke. MADELAINE CHAMBERS (originally Alicia Chemerys) a K.F. member and a recent presentee at the K.F. Ball,, was engaged by the Metropolitan Opera for the current winter season. She was a winner of the annual Metropolitan Opera Auditions last spring. To our knowledge, she is the first American girl of Polish ancestry to make the Metropolitan Opera. Congratulations and best wishes! Miss Chambers, soprano and a native New Yorker, attended New York University, Columbia University and Juilliard School of Music. She won a Fulbright Scholarship for further study in Italy, and made her debut at the Teatro Nuovo in Milan. In this country, she has sung with the New York City Opera and the Central City Opera in Colorado. LUDWIK KOWALSKI, a K.F. member, celebrated his golden jubilee as artists’ impressario with a pro­ gram appropriate to the occasion in Central High School (New York), Sunday, October 16th. We missed it due to our own 30th Anniversary celebration and its afterglow but extend to Mr. Kowalski our belated lions efforts, recently celebrated his Silver Jubilee as announcer and director of Polish radio programs in Detroit. Being very popular - as a result of al ways being helpful in civic, cultural and philanthrope efforts — practically the entire Polish American com munity of Metropolitan Detroit joined in paying him tribute. We remember with pleasure the occasion of meeting him and his associate, Jan Marian Kreutl seme years ago and of being interviewed on their’ program which is being conducted on a verv hiZh plane. May we join other friend. outside of Detroit in thousands extending of ourhisconemfiniiand best wishes for continued fruitful activities inJULJUSZ Library Science OSTROMECKI, during the K.F. school scholar year at 1953 54”?^ u- recently appointed chief librarian in Hackensack N J. - covering the entire Bergen County library serv' ice. Mr. Ostromecki is a war refu-ee and vL J" had to start from scratch in the fleid of hls™hOs“n profession. REV. CHAPLIN (COLONEL) ANE WAK of Chicopee Falls, Mass., flo1 author. For a good many years in the American Army and upon a book American Ambassadors to Lou of St. Bernadette and of G. I. Visito in 1945-1945. Exposition Press, 1955 The book may be purchased direc! Nowak whose address is: 471 East Falls, Mass. PRIVATE DANIEL J. KIJ of Lacka^ a U.S. Government sponsored Europ us a postcard from Rapperswil, Sw. should be of interest to all K.F. mem "True, Kosciuszko’s heart no longer in this beautiful ‘town of the roses’, r famous Polish national museum mor shade of its former greatness. Never thrilling to view an unfurled Polish : the breeze from the XIII century cast approached. Though only one displ a weathered monument attests it in t can feel ‘noch ist Polen nicht verloi Polska nie zgingla). ^ho-Se QdJho- Ate Making 7lie fCoSciuS^lea tyoundation PaSSi MemL*erslti/pA, and ^bonaiionS fpr (9ctab&Lr 1955 DURING tir0 month of October the following contributions were received in the form of memberships and dona­ tions, new and renewed, for the Foundation’s current program of activities during the fiscal year from July 1, 1955 to June 30, 1956: NEW MEMBERSHIPS AND DONATIONS $100.00 Polonia of Rhode Island 25.00 Edward Serzysko, New York Marion M. Baran, 10.00 Stamford, Ohio Miss Emma A. Danilewicz, 10.00 New York 10.00 Miss June Efel, New York Miss Regina Gryckiewicz, 10.00 Bridgeport, Conn. Dr. and Mrs. Stephen F. Gu10.00 towski, Nichols, Conn. Mrs. Antonia Kaminsky, 10.00 Stamford, Conn. ■Joseph Kmiec, 10.00 Central Falls, R. I. Chester S. Kryspin, 10.00 Stamford, Conn. 10.00 John Kubiak, Brooklyn Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Kurpaski, 10.00 Ludlow, Mass. Henry Lisowski, Cos Cob, Conn. 10.00 Mi. and Mrs. Francis J. Na10.00 hui-ski, St. Paul, Minn. Richard A. Nawrocki, 10.00 Milwaukee Rev- Andrew T. F. Nowak, 10.00 Chicopee, Mass. 10.00 Pyka’New York Mis Albina K. Serafin, 10.00 A^.l mford- Conn. Anthony j. stonina, Chicopee, Mass. A Wnlinko. Herbert A. Holinko, In memory of Mrs. Aniela Cincinnati, Ohio 10.00 Rucki Mrs. E. Jackiewicz, Detr In memory of Mrs. Katherine 10.00 Miss Helen Janora, New Webster . .. 10.00 Miss Renee Janoski, Ne' Adam Styka, New York . Mi-, and Mrs. Antoni Trojanow- 10.00 Witold Jastrzebski, Chics ski, Bridgeport, Conn. Felix Jendryck, New Y01 Mr. and Mrs. J. Kasincl Dr. Pauline H. Wisniewski, 10.00 Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Pittsburgh Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Klos Rev. Albert Augustyn, 5.00 Fairfield, Conn Kingston, Pa. Miss Evelyn Kohanski, Miss Katherine Biczysko, 5.00 Chicopee, Mass. Nanticoke, Pa Miss Genevieve Kolodziej, Robert J. Bye, 5.00 New York Springfield, Mass. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kop Dr. and Mrs. Albert Cooper, 5.00 Kingston, Pa Wilkes-Barre, Pa Mr. and Mrs. John Kopick Dr. and Mrs. S. N. Dombroski, 5.00 Kingston, Pa Lee Park, Pa. Mr and Mrs. Sylwester Mrs. M. Durjasz, Brooklyn, N.Y. 5.00 zlowski, Detroit Miss Marie Fanucci, 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krako' Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Miss Wanda Flis, Kingston, Pa. 5.00 Swoyerville, Pa Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mr. and Mrs. H. Foster, 5.00 vitsky, Edwardsville, Pa. Stratford, Conn. Mrs. Ann Lesko. Kingston, Miss Angeline Furgala, 5.00 Rev. A. Lewandowski, Depew, N. Y. Dr. and Mrs. Vincent Gallizzi, Swoyerville, Pa 5.00 Miss Dolores Mancino, Pittston, Pa Troy, N. Y. Rev. Roman L. Gizara, 5.00 Miss Theresa Mickiewicz, Sheatown, Pa. . New York Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Gra­ 5.00 S. Nieciecki, New York bowski, Nanticoke, Pa. Bowden Northrup. Miss Czeslawa Grycewicz, 5.00 Wilkes n* New Brunswick, N. J. Dr. and Miss Mary Gryczka, 5.00 WilldH Kingston,, Pa. 5.00 Victor Gryczka, Kingston, Pa. Rev. J. Sj Rev. J. J. . Miss Irena Heppner, 5.00 Alexander Hempstead, N. Y Brooklyn Dr. and Mrs. J. Herchold, 5.00 No. Bergen, N. J �nt industrialist, ivities and K.F. nt from Brookick. Stop Fire in the produc­ er- plant, when ,ISH ROOM at J. Kocyan, wife ■y active) sponof Mickiewicz’s :es College. The Jfred S. Groh, own Mr. Janta, part HI of Foreerformance and yet another in3 Mickiewicz to •n the initiative Its. Kazimiera tedy in 3 acts Central High the benefit of nist under the .nowska played ;row. The only iwski and Lila learsals all the s the financial e, Mass., a K.F, Ztr. W. J. Szewirski of South. place NovemJolyoke. Until th his mother, treet, Holyoke. Alicia Chemesentee at the politan Opera s a winner of as last spring. erican girl of olitan Opera. ss Chambers, led New York iUiard School ip for further t the Teatro sung with the ! City Opera r. celebrated with a pro’entral High We missed Oration and our belated congratulations and best wishes for continued suc­ cess. The next 50 years will be easier. EUGENE H. KONSTANTYNOWICZ of Detroit, Mich., a K.F. member and fervent supporter of the Founda­ tion s efforts, recently celebrated his Silver Jubilee as announcer and director of Polish radio programs in Detroit. Being very popular — as a result of al­ ways being helpful in civic, cultural and philanthropic efforts — practically the entire Polish American com­ munity of Metropolitan Detroit joined in paying him tribute. We remember with pleasure the occasion of meeting him and his associate, Jan Marian Kreutz, seme years ago and of being interviewed on their program which is being conducted on a very high plane. May we join thousands of his other friends ■outside of Detroit in extending our congratulations and best wishes for continued fruitful activities. JULJUSZ OSTROMECKI, K.F. scholar at Columbia in Library Science during the school year 1953-54, was recently appointed chief librarian in Hackensack, N. J. — covering the entire Bergen County library serv­ ice. Mr. Ostromecki is a war refugee and virtually had to start from scratch in the field of his chosen profession. fyJlto. DURING month of October the following contributions were received in the form of memberships and dona­ tions, new and renewed, for the Foundation’s current program of activities during the fiscal year from July 1, 1955 to June 30, 1956: NEW MEMBERSHIPS AND DONATIONS Polonia of Rhode Island $100.00 Edward Serzysko, New York 25.00 Marion M. Baran, Stamford, Ohio .......... 10.00 Miss Emma A. Danilewicz, New York . . 10.00 Miss June Efel, New York . 10.00 Miss Regina Gryckiswicz, Bridgeport, Conn. 10.00 Dr. and Mrs. Stephen F. Gutowski, Nichols, Conn. 10.00 Mrs. Antonia Kaminsky, Stamford, Conn. 10.00 Joseph Kmiec, Central Falls, R. I. . . 10.00 Chestei- S. Kryspin, Stamford, Conn. 10.00 John Kubiak, Brooklyn 10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Kurpaski, Ludlow, Mass. 10.00 Henry Lisowski, Cos Cob, Conn. 10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Nahurski, St. Paul, Minn. 10.00 Richard A. Nawrocki, Milwaukee 10.00 Rev. Andrew T. F. Nowak, Chicopee, Mass. 10.00 Dr. William Pyka, New York 10.00 Mrs. Albina K. Serafin, Stamford, Conn. 10.00 Anthony J. Stonina, Chicopee, Mass. REV. CHAPLIN (COLONEL) ANDREW T. F. NO­ WAK of Chicopee Falls, Mass., flowered out as an author. For a good many years he was chaplain in the American Army and upon retirement wrote a book American Ambassadors to Lourdes — The story of St. Bernadette and of G. I. Visitors to the Shrine in 1945-1946. Exposition Press, 1955. 514 pp. $5.00. The book may be purchased directly from Father Nowak whose address is: 471 East Street, Chicopee Falls, Mass. PRIVATE DANIEL J. KIJ of Lackawanna, N. Y. on a U.S. Government sponsored European tour, sends us a postcard from Rapperswil, Switzerland which should be of interest to all K.F. members. It reads: “True, Kosciuszko’s heart no longer finds a haven in this beautiful ‘town of the roses’, nor is the oncefamous Polish national museum more than just a shade of its former greatness. Nevertheless, it was thrilling to view an unfurled Polish flag waving in the breeze from the XIII century castle tower as we approached. Though only one display room and a weathered monument attests it in these Alps, one can feel ‘noch ist Polen nicht verloren’” (Jeszcze Polska nie zgin?Ia). S.P.M. Making ^Jke. PgAaMz and ^anatlGnA {pb (9ctab^.^r 1955 In memory of Mrs. Aniela Rucki . 10.00 In memory of Mrs. Katherine Webster................................... 10.00 Adam Styka, New York 10.09 Mr. and Mrs. Antoni Trojanowski, Bridgeport, Conn. 10.00 Dr. Pauline H. Wisniewski, Pittsburgh 10.00 Rev. Albert Augustyn, Kingston, Pa. .. 5.00 Miss Katherine Biczysko, Nanticoke, Pa. 5.00 Robert J. Bye, Springfield, Mass......................5.00 Dr. and Mrs. Albert Cooper, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 5.00 Dr. and Mrs. S. N. Dombroski, Lee Park, Pa. 5.00 Mrs. M. Durjasz, Brooklyn, N.Y. 5.00 Miss Marie Fanucci, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 5.00 Miss Wanda Flis, Kingston, Pa. 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. H. Foster, Stratford, Conn. .... 5.00 Miss Angeline Furgala, Depew, N. Y. 5.00 Dr. and Mrs. Vincent Gallizzi, Pittston, Pa. ........................... 5.00 Rev. Roman L. Gizara, Sheatown, Pa. ......... 5.00 Mi-, and Mrs. Joseph J. Gra­ bowski, Nanticoke, Pa. . 5.00 Miss Czeslawa Grycewicz, New Brunswick, N. J. 5.00 Miss Mary Gryczka, Kingston,, Pa. 5.00 Victor Gryczka, Kingston, Pa. 5.00 Miss Irena Heppner, Hempstead, N. Y. 5.00 Dr. and Mrs. J. Herchold, No. Bergen, N. J. ... 5.00 Herbert A. Holinko, Cincinnati, Ohio Mrs. E. Jackiewicz, Detroit . . Miss Helen Janora, New York Miss Renee Janoski, New York Witold Jastrzebski, Chicago . Felix Jendryck, New York Mr. and Mrs. J. Kasinchak, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. . . Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Klosiewicz, Fairfield, Conn. Miss Evelyn Kohanski, Chicopee, Mass. ......... Miss Genevieve Kolodziej, New York ..................... Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kopiecki,, Kingston, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. John Kopicki, Kingston, Pa. ....................... Mr and Mrs. Sylwester Ko­ zlowski, Detroit Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krakowski,, Swoyerville, Pa. Mi-, and Mrs. Michael Kra­ vitsky, Edwardsville, Pa. . Mrs. Ann Lesko, Kingston, Pa. Rev. A. Lewandowski, Swoyerville, Pa. ...................... Miss Dolores Mancino, Troy, N. Y. ................... Miss Theresa Mickiewicz, New York S. Nieciecki, New York Bowden Northrup, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dr. and Mrs. T. Nowirski, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. . .... Rev. J. B. Pilny, Plains, Pa. . . Rev. J. J. Podkul, Plymouth, Pa. Alexander Poncet De Sandom, Brooklyn . . . 5.00 5.00 5.0Q 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 Page Seven Tte Kosciuss 15 East 65th Street • Monthly } (Published monthly Vol. XIV, No. 5 [135] Edited by STEPHEN I 35th ’Atu'tiu&u MR. CHARLES NOSAL, Chairman of the Trustee Committee on Membership, in the November New. Letter outlined plans for the celebration of the Kosciuszko Foundation’s 35th Anniversary — coinciding with the Members Day Program on Saturday, October 15, 1960. Instead of holding a banquet, which is cost­ ly in money to the participants and effort on the part of the committee on arrangements, it was felt that it would be much more appropriate if we doubled the present K.F. roster of membership of around 1,750 to 3,500 (thirty-five hundred) and brought up the income from memberships and donations to $35,003.00 for the current program of the Foundation’s activities. We can reach these modest goals, as indicated in the September News Letter article, if some of our more active members enroll in the Committee of 100, each enrolling at least one new K.F. member; if seme members of the Com­ mittee of 100 join a Mem­ ber a Month Club (that is enrolling 12 new K.F. mem­ bers in the course of the year); if at least a few members of the Committee of 100 enroll 35 new K.F. A massive table in the Polish Rc members for the 35th An­ Barre, Pa. — built and ca Mr. Stefan Hellesperk niversary; if some of our present K. F. members (especially Subscribing and Associate Members' graduate into a higher category of membership: fin­ ally if some of our K.F. members, who have already generously contributed in the past, add enough to make at least $1,000.00 and go on the Benefactors Plaque; — IF all these things happen, we can easily reach and perhaps even surpass the indicated goals. Some of the IFS are already being turned into positive action: some of our K.F. �Mrs. Elizabeth Rosa, Brooklyn Stanislaw J. Rozmytowicz, Detroit M1/..and M*8- Andrew Rushin Alden, Pa. Dr and Mrs. Joseph E. Rushin Nanticoke, Pa............. Mr. & Mrs. William E. Rushin Glen Lyon, Pa...... Mr. and Mrs. R. Ryczer.............. Bridgeport, Conn....... , Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Seleski Pringle, Pa............................. ’ Charles Oginski Skorzewski, Jackson Heights, N. Y. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Songaila, Kingston, Pa. . Walter A. Uliase, Esq., Camden, N. J. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Urbanski, Wyoming, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Wasting, 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 Detroit 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wienieck, Baltimore ______ 5.00 Mrs. Frank Wisniewski, Edwardsville, Pa...................... 5.00 Rev. J. Wrublewski, Glen Lvon, Pa........................ 5.00 John Zalewski, Kingston, Pa..... 5.00 Miss Theresa Zawila, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 5.00 Zdzislaw Zwichorowski, Caracas, Venezuela . 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Z. de Chetnick Chelmicki, E. Chatham, N. Y. 3.00 Mrs. J. Wrzochalska, Watervliet, N. Y. _ 3.00 30 Subscribing Memberships at $2.00 each ............. 60.00 1 donation at $1.00 ................ 1.00 e late / 0 prece the Bo; ■d his J ?bears 795.1 sor o ng tb ershi «. lif Wi ch. RENEWED MEMBERSHIPS AND DONATIONS Dr. A. S. Mallek, Pittsburgh .....150.00 Gen. William H. Draper, Jr., Mexico . ...... .......................... 100.00 Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 100.00 Polish Falcons of America, Pittsburgh ......................... 100.00 Wenczel Tile Co., Trenton, N. J. 100.00 Mme. Jan De Chelminski, Rye, N. Y................................. 25.00 East Side Federation of Polish Societies, Erie, Pa.................... 25.00 Most Rev. Leon Grochowski, Scranton, Pa. ............. 25.00 Mrs. Charles V. Hickox, New York .............. 25.00 Polish Peoples Home Ass’n., Cleveland 25.00 Dr. R. J. Sadowski, Dearborn, Mich. ............... ... 25.00 Trenton, N. J. Polish Business and Professional Men’s Club 25.00 Dr. Henry S. Urbaniak, Trenton, N. J. 25.00 Mr. and Mrs. L. Nowinski, Miami Springs, Fla. 20.00 Mr. and Mrs. Warren H. Reynolds, Alexandria, Va. 20.00 Mrs. William H. Conyngham, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 15.00 Miss Wladzia Aszurkiewicz, Brooklyn . 10.00 Dr. Edward A. Bogdan, Amsterdam, N. Y.................... 10.00 Page Eight Dr. M. J. Brozyna, E. Rutherford, N. J............. 10.00 Frank W. de Herget, Jackson Heights ,N. Y. 10.00 Dr. B. L. Dunicz, Brooklyn 10.00 Miss Kazimiera Eblowska, Brooklyn ........ ...................... 10.00 Rev. Alexander W. Fronczak, Wallington, N. J..................... 10.00 Miss Sophie Golen, Scarsdale, N. Y. . 10.00 Casimir Z. Greenley, Wilmette, Ill............................. 10.00 Prof. Maria S. Gutowska, Amherst, Mass. ........... 10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Stefan Jasinski, Philadelphia 10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Anthony A. Karkosza, Glen Head, N. Y. 10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kilanski, Brooklyn 10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Waclaw Komorowski, Brooklyn ............. 10.00 Witold W. Kosicki, Jr., Trenton, N. J. ......... 19.00 Mi's. Maria Linke, Jamaica, N. Y. 10.00 Dr. Karol Liszniewski, Cincinnatti, Ohio 10.00 Leon Mitkiewicz, New York 10.00 Fred J. Olbrych, Amsterdam, N. Y. ... 10.00 Dr. Stella Partyka, Amsterdam, N. Y. 10.00 Stanley Petner, Sayreville, N. J. 10.00 Polish Library, Inc., Buffalo 10.00 Polish Women’s Alliance of America, Council No. 2., Pittsburgh............................... 10.00 Polish Women’s Citizens Club of Ludlow, Mass. ................... 10.00 Mr. and Mrs. Lester John Skowronek, Tenafly, N. J........... 10.00 Dr. Sigmund J. Sluszka, Floral Park, N. Y.................... 10.00 Mrs. Liliana Arlen-Smoleniec, New York . 10.00 Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Stybel, Plainfield, N. J........................ 10.00 Dr. John J. Symanski, Passaic, N. J............................ 10.00 Prof. Alexander Turyn, Urbana, Ill............................ 10.00 United Societies of Maspeth, N. Y. 10.00 Dr. Edmond M. Walence, Springfield, Mass. . . 10.00 Mrs. Katherine White, New York ........................ 10.00 S. Zardecki, Belvidere, N. J. 10.00 Dr. and Mrs. Walter Zarski, South River, N. J. ... 10.00 Miss Phyllis Ziemian, Indian Orchard, Mass. 10.0.0 Carl Buczek, Lackawanna, N. Y. 7.00 Mrs. Frank Buczek, Lackawanna,, N. Y.................. 7.00 Mrs. Genowefa Kokerniak, Watervliet, N. Y...................... 6.00 Col. Benjamin T. Anuskewicz (USA Ret.), Great Neck, N. J. 5.00 Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Aszuk, Wilkes-Barre, Pa...................... 5.00 Thaddeus J. Buczynski, Chicopee Falls, Mass............... 5.00 Roman V. Ceglowski, Esq., Hamtramck, Mich.................. 5.00 Mrs. Catherine Chomicka, New York ■ 2/Lt. Richard T. Cieciuch, USAR, Jersey City, N. J..................... Miss Elizabeth C. Czajkowski, New York Mrs. S. Falk, Detroit Miss Jeanette I. Gutzwa, New York ............. Miss Lucille E. Jasinski, Royal Oak, Mich.............. Miss Ann Jaslowski, Linden, N. J. . Edward J. Karski, Irvington, N. J. Miss Jadwiga Kilinska, New York................ Kdlko Polek Charity Organiza­ tion, Buffalo Mr. and Mrs. Frank Koronkiewicz, Nanticoke, Pa................ Atty, and Mrs. John S. Lacz, Paterson, N. J. Atty, and Mrs. Alexander Laf­ fey, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. . ... Dr. Joseph Lukaszewski, Syracuse, N. Y. Mi'S. Anita C. Mackin, Waterloo, N. Y. Dr. Edward L. Makowski, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Miss Jane Masztal, Willimansett, Mass. Mrs. Zofia Michalowska, Jamaica, N. Y. Miss Dorothea Mickiewicz, New York Mrs. Victor Nef, Ontario, Canada Rev. Peter Nowak, Amsterdam, N. Y. Dr. T. S. Pierzynski, Chicago Mrs. Victoria Pietkiewicz, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dr. John S. Poczabut, Stamford, Conn. . Dr. Irene S. Pyszkowski, Brooklyn Dr. P. E. Ringawa, Nanticoke, Pa. . . B. Sielski, Gary, Ind. Mi's. Marja Stepan, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. . Walter F. Szetela, Chicopee Tow. Kr. Jana Ill-go Sobieskiego, Oddz. 210, PNS, Cam­ bria Heights, N. Y. . Miss Stasia Uss, Brooklyn Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Walence, Springfield, Mass. .. D. P. Wojcicki, Amsterdam, N. Y. . . Victor A. Wojciechowski, Trenton, N. J. Dr. B. Wroblewski, Camden, N. J. Prof. Francis I. Zajaczek, Detroit ..................... Miss Halina A. Zytkiewicz, Holyoke, Mass. 14 Subscribing Memberships at $2.00 each............................ 5-00 5.00 5.00' 5.00 5.00 Th.e Koscius 5.00 15 East 65th Street 5.00- Monthly 5.005.00- (Published monthly 5.00 Vol. XIV, No. 5 [135] 5.00 5.00 VZte 35th 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ■ •• • 5.00 5.00 5.00- 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 28.00 Total for October, 1955 . Previously listed ........ . $2,125.00 7,301.00 Total from July 1, to October 31, 1955 . $9,426.00 Edited by STEPHEN I a 0 •ii ?! MR. CHARLES NOSAL, Chairman of the Trustee Committee on Membership, in the November New: Letter outlined plans for the celebration of the kosciuszko Foundation’s 35th Anniversary — coinciding with the Members Day Program on Saturday, October 15, 1960. Instead of holding a banquet, which is cost­ ly in money to the participants and effort on the part of the committee on arrangements, it was felt that it would be much more appropriate if we doubled the present K.F. roster of membership of around 1,750 to 3,500 (thirty-five hundred) and brought up the income from memberships and donations to $35,003.00 for the current program of the Foundation’s activities. We can reach these modest goals, as indicated in the September News Letter article, if some of our more active members enroll in the Committee of 100, each enrolling at least one new K.F. member; if seme members of the Com­ mittee of 100 join a Mem­ ber a Month Club (that is enrolling 12 new K.F. mem­ bers in the course of the year); if at least a few members of the Committee of 100 enroll 35 new K.F. A massive table in the Polish Rc members for the 35th An­ Barre, Pa. — built and ca Mr. Stefan Hellesperk niversary; if some of our present K. F. members (especially Subscribing and Associate Members' graduate into a higher category of membership: fin­ ally if some of our K.F. members, who have already generously contributed in the past, add enough to make at least $1,000.00 and go on the Benefactors Plaque; — IF all these things happen, we can easily reach and perhaps even surpass the indicated goals. Some of the IFS are already being turned into positive action: some of our K.F. - �Commemtary jlid.es of Polish rtoom activities Prologue - These are our hoots: The Kosciuszko Foundation 15 East 65th Street In Memorial! New York 21, N. Y. Within two weeks of each other, two lifelong frit closely associated with The Kosciuszko Foundation p ed away. The first, Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, wife of Tru and former Chairman of the K.F. Board of Trustees, i died on February 8th. ' second was Mrs. Stepher Mizwa, wife of the Foun iof the K.F., who pas, away on February 22nd. Monthly News Letter (Published monthly except July and August) Vol. XIV, No. 5 [135] Mted Ry STEPHEN P. MIZWA J a n u a r y. <1960 ^Jke 35lh TLnvuW Ji Oc Pel Oct Oct ov b oep Uov elate A o precei the Boa •d his 11 tbears j 795. H sor o| ng th| ?rshi|; ov. .-eb. pri ov. ov. I A Witt ch.j Mrs. Kazimiera Adrianowska, Woodside, N. Y. MR. CHARLES NOSAL, Chairman of the Trustees Wincenty Bienkowski, Albany, N. Y. Committee on Membership, in the November News Dr. Raymond Dziejma, Brooklyn, N. Y. Letter outlined plans for the celebration of the Ko­ Miss Frances X. Gates, Brooklyn, N. Y. sciuszko Foundation’s 35th Anniversary — coinciding Mrs. August Gavin, Tucson, Arizona. with the Members Day Program on Saturday, October _^iss Marv Glowacka. Wilkes-Barre, Pa 15, 1960. Instead of holding a banquet, which is cost­ Alexander J. Gregorowicz, Jr., Cambridge, ly in money to the participants and effort on the Lt. Stanley J. Grivers, Rehoboth, Mass. part of the committee on arrangements, it was felt Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, West Dallas., Pa. that it would be much more appropriate if we doubled Mrs. Matylda Zurowska -Hudak... Havert□wr the present K.F. roster of membership of around 1,750 Mrs. Casimir Jarzebowski, New York to 3,500 (thirty-five hundred) and brought up the Woke, Mass. income from memberships and donations to $35,000.00 for the current program of the Foundation’s activities. We can reach these ■KingstQJL-Pa. modest goals, as indicated M^ary—Makmuska,— in the September News lyilkcs Barre., Pa. Letter article, if some of William Mendrzycki, Car­ our more active members negie, Pa. enroll in the Committee of Miss Iza Mikuszewska, Buf­ 100, each enrolling at least falo, N. Y. one new K.F. member; if Mrs. Stephen P. Mizwa, seme members of the Com­ New York mittee of 100 join a Mem­ Antoni Najda, East Orange, ber a Month Club (that is N. J. enrolling 12 new K.F. mem­ Charles Nosal, Stamford, bers in the course of the Conn.. year); if at least a few Miss Eugenia Olinkiewicz, members of the Committee <«b.. in the Peh.b •• WMJ.W"R“Brooklyn, N. Y. of 100 enroll 35 new K.F. A massive Barre, Pa. — built and carved in Polish style by Mrs. Charles W. Poliwczak, members for the 35th An­ Mr. Stefan Hellesperk of West Dallas, Pa. Springfield, Mass. niversary; if some of our present K. F. members Mrs. John Skowronek, New York (especially Subscribing and Associate Members) Mrs. Marie Sokolowska, Minneapolis, Minn. graduate into a higher category of membership; fin­ Mrs. Lydia Tabor, Forest Hills, N. Y. ally if some of our K.F. members, who have already Rev. Joseph A. Tamiiowski, Monessen, Pa. generously contributed in the past, add enough to Michael Trespasz, Chicopee, Mass. make at least $1,000.00 and go on the Benefactors Miss Helena Turlinski, Pleasantville, N .J. Plaque; — IF all these things happen, we can easily Miss Halina Urban, Bayonne, N. J. reach and perhaps even surpass the indicated goals. Bernard Wielewinski, Phoenix, Arizona Some of the IFS are already being turned into positive Michael Wrotniak, New York action: some of our K.F. members are graduating in­ Boleslaw Zawadzki, Hollis, N. Y. to a higher category, we have some new Benefactors, Mrs. Stefan S. Ziemian, Ludlow, Mass. and quite a few K.F. members are joining the Com­ * * • mittee of 100. So far the following have enrolled one THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION 27th ANNUAL or more K.F. members during the 35th anniversary BALL, FEBRUARY 27, 1960 year: I 1 ■» MRS. JOSEPH KOCYAJ Mrs. Joseph J. Kocya wife of Trustee and form Chairman of the Board i The Kosciuszko Foundation Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, die on February 8. 1972, i; Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania She was born in Warsaw Poland, the former Marit Sophia Nestorowicz, a daughter of the late Stefan Mrs. Joseph Kocyan and Melania Nestorowicz. The family came to this country settling in Toledo, Ohio, where her mother was a newspaper correspondent for the Ameryka Echo. The family later resided in Buffalo, New York, where her mother was an editor of Everybody’s Daily, another Pol­ ish American newspaper. Her father, a chemist, was the author of a book Travel Notes, an account of the family’s travels in the Southwestern United States. This book is available from the Kosciuszko Foundation. Mrs. Kocyan and her husband were married in Toledo and moved to the Wilkes Barre area, in which Dr. Kocyan began the practice of medicine. A past president of the Polish Room Committee of Wilkes College, which she was instrumental in founding. she was also a member of the Luzerne County Medical Society Auxiliary, the Wilkes Barre general Hospital Auxiliary, the Polish Women’s Alliance, and The Kos­ ciuszko Foundation. Far more, she was the moving spirit of a score of initiatives to improve the cultural image of Polish Americans. Though small in stature, she was a veritable dynamo, a bundle of energy that found time to assist and advise all those who came to her seeking aid. We mourn our loss, one of the truly re­ markable women of our times. Surviving in addition to her husband are three daugh­ ters, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, of Dallas, Pennsylvania; Mrs. Joseph McCoy, of Philadelphia, Penn; and Mrs. Leo Filar, of Newark, Delaware; four grandchildren: two great-grandchildren; and a brother, John Nestorowicz. of Buffalo, New York. MRS. STEPHEN P. MIZWA Katherine Mizwa was born in c-hj------ �Commemtary olid.es of Polish rioom activities Prologue - These are our boots: ~ PeJiAG-ttalia, iPttd MiAcellas'iea ^llte tyamilq, TWO KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION BALLS were held last November — in Boston, in the Statler Ballroom, on Friday the 13th under the auspices of the Massa­ chusetts Federation of Polish Women’s Clubs and under the Chairmanship of Mrs. Joseph Kazanowski; and in Holyoke, Mass., in Roger Smith Hotel, Satur­ day the 27th, arranged by K.F. members in Western Massachusetts, under the Chairmanship of Edward S. E Oc Jc Fe Se Oc 0 i'.O’. ov e late A o precei the Boa id his E •bears! sor ot ng Will ch. J. ..uv ?eb .ov 'ov bpth_in_the_pageant and in the beautifullv_printed Souvenir-Journal, jointly with a Modjeska Exhibit_in the main_Bostoja_Library_a±_Copley-Square. This was ±heir 8th Biennial K.F. Ball, inspired 16 years ago by Mrs. Joseph Kazanowski, again acting as Chairman of \the Ball. All reports indicate that the Boston Ball was one of the best — well organized and well attemjfld. The Holyoke Ball, of necessity, had to be on a settler scale as there is no large ballroom in a hot^Kkthat part of the State. Roger Smith ballroor^^^one of the largest — and, in the opinion of the present writer who was there, it was solidly packed and gave all appearances of success. Here we would like to present a bouquet to the management of Roger Smith Hotel. As _ the, tired guests w.ereleaving the Ballroom at 2:00 AJM. or there­ abouts, on the floor , below excellent coffee, and tasty fresh doughnuts were served to the-dep.arting-guests free of charge, “on the house.” Never saw anything like it. A beautiful setup, courteous service, and one could drink as many cups of coffee and eat as many doughnuts as one wished. Maybe this is Yankee in­ genuity, but it is good investment in creating good wili. P.S. Just as we were going to press a check for $1,000.00 was personally delivered by Mr. Jack Midura as net proceeds from the Holyoke Ball. Thanks and congratulations to Mr. Berestka, Chairman of the Ball, and his various assistants and auxiliary com­ mittees! Mr. Midura also showed us a text of the fine speech Dr. Eugene J. Nicgorski gave on his (Midura’s) Polish hour of the Holyoke Radio Station. Dr. Nic­ gorski incidentally announced the Committee selected for the 10th annual K.F. Ball to be held at Roger Smith Hotel the day after Thanksgiving, November 25th, 1960. The selected Committee comprises the following: Walter A. Pickunka (Selectman of Town of Hatfield), Chairman. Mrs. Stefan S. Ziemian of Ludlow, Secretary. Mrs. Stanley Filipek, Ass’t Secretary. Edward F. Grabowski of So. Hadley Falls, re-elected Treasurer. Miss Janice Golota, re-elected Chairman of the Press. The selected 1960 Committee is planning to have a larger Souvenir Ball Journal, with some ads to help augment the net income for the K.F. Scholar­ ship Fund. Page Two The Wilkes-Barre K.F. Ball is scheduled for the day after Christmas, after we have gone to press with this issue of the News Letter. The 27th annual K.F. Ball in New York will be held in Hotel Astor on February 19th. DR. ROBERT A. SOLARSKI, one of our Younger Members K.F. Group, opened his office for the gen­ eral practice of dentistry at 420 Merrick Road, Massa­ pequa, N. Y. Bob graduated last June from N.Y.U. Dental Colelge. MISS PHYLLIS IRENE KOSTECKI, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Joseph L. Kostecki of Brooklyn, N. Y. and Glenwilde Lake, N. J. was engaged to Mr. Stanley Kupiszewski, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Kupiszewski of Winter Haven, Florida and Chicago, Ill. Phyllis was graduated from Brooklyn Friends School, attended Wilson College in Chambersburg, Pa. and is now completing her education courses, for teach­ ing, at St. John’s University. She made her debut at the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball' at the WsISoff^ Astoria in 1957. Stanley is a Korean veteran, whereupon he gra­ duated from Western Michigan Ur--??.J-ity in 1957, where he was a member of the track -u.-m and vicepresident of the Residence Halls Association. He is currently Secretary-Treasurer of S.J.S. Enter­ prises Co., a Florida and Illinois C<.. uno is a mem­ ber of the Board of Trustees of Volusia Manor School in Volusia County, Florida. A June wedding is planned. Of interest to our Younger Members may be the fact that Stanley and Phyllis met for the first time at the last Kosciuszko Foundation Ball held at the Waldorf on December 27, 1958. They met, they danced, they became acquainted, they fell in love with each other, and now they are engaged to be married. As simple as that. flaoJeA. Received M. K. Dziewanowski: COMMUNIST PARTY OF PO­ LAND — AN OUTLINE OF HISTORY. 369 pp. Har­ vard University Press, Cambridge, Mass. 1959. $7.50. Frank Gibney: THE FROZEN REVOLUTION — PO­ LAND, A STUDY IN COMMUNIST DECAY. 269 pp. Farrar, Straus and Cudahy ,New York. 1959. $4.75. Titus Komarnicki: REBIRTH OF THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND — A STUDY IN THE DIPLOMATIC HIS­ TORY OF EUROPE, 1914-1920. 776 pp . Heinemann, London. 1957. Kazimierz Wierzyhski: POEZJE ZEBRANE. 592 pp. Wydawnictwo “Wiadomosci” (London) i Polskiego Instytutu Naukowego (New York). 1959. Czeslaw M. Zbieranski: O NARODZINACH LOTNICTWA POLSKIEGO. 132 pp. Author-publisher, New York, 1958. $2.50. May be obtained from the author — 346 East 87th St., New York 28, N. Y. Unless otherwise noted, the above books — if still available — may be procured in book stores or from the Polish Book Importing Co., 38 Union Square, New York City. r- J /•eZ>jn Memorial^ Within two weeks of each other, two lifelong frit closely associated with The Kosciuszko Foundation p; ed away. The first, Mrs. Joseph Kocyan, wife of Tru and former Chairman of the K.F. Board of Trustees, \ died on Febniary 8th. ' second was Mrs. Stepher. Mizwa, wife of the Foun lof the K.F., who pas; away on February 22nd. MRS. JOSEPH KOCYAJ Mrs. Joseph J. Kocya wife of Trustee and form Chairman of the Board < The Kosciuszko Foundation Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, die on February 8, 1972, i; Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania She was born in Warsaw Poland, the former Marit Sophia Nestorowicz, a daughter of the late Stefan Mrs. Joseph Kocyan and Melania Nestorowicz. The family came to this country settling in Toledo, Ohio, where her mother was a newspaper correspondent for the Ameryka Echo. The family later resided in Buffalo, New York, where her mother was an editor of Everybody’s Daily, another Pol­ ish American newspaper. Her father, a chemist, was the author of a book Travel Notes, an account of the family’s travels in the Southwestern United States. This book is available from the Kosciuszko Foundation. Mrs. Kocyan and her husband were married in Toledo and moved to the Wilkes Barre area, in which Dr. Kocyan began the practice of medicine. A past president of the Polish Room Committee of Wilkes College, which she was instrumental in founding. she was also a member of the Luzerne County Medical Society Auxiliary, the Wilkes Barre general Hospital Auxiliary, the Polish Women’s Alliance, and The Kos­ ciuszko Foundation. Far more, she was the moving spirit of a score of initiatives to improve the cultural image of Polish Americans. Though small in stature, she was a veritable dynamo, a bundle of energy that found time to assist and advise all those who came to her seeking aid. We mourn our loss, one of the truly re­ markable women of our times. Surviving in addition to her husband are three daugh­ ters, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, of Dallas, Pennsylvania: Mrs. Joseph McCoy, of Philadelphia, Penn; and Mrs. Leo Filar, of Newark. Delaware; four grandchildren: two great-grandchildren; and a brother, John Nestorowicz. of Buffalo, New York. MRS. STEPHEN P. MIZWA Katherine Mizwa was bom in ------ �r. The Kosciuszko Foundation Commemtary Slides of Polish Room Act 1. Prologue - These The Beginning: I New York, N.Y. 10021. F 15 East 65th Street Monthly News Letter (Published monthly except July and August) Vol. XXVI No 6 (255) Edited by EUGENE KUSIELEWICZ February, 1972 Meet Our New Trustees MITCHELL P. KOBELINSKI Boa \ * -•1 Mr. Kobelinski was born in Chicago, where he currently resides with his wife Gen and three children. He attended local Chicago schools and worked his way through Loyola University as a shoe salesman, jewelry salesman and musician. At Loyola he received his Bachelor of Philosophy degree and his Juris Doctorate. After eight years in banking, he became active as a builder and developer, being responsible for the formation of the Parkway Development Company, which in turn was responsible for the erection of Parkway Towers, a multi-million dollar development. In 1964, he was one of the principal organizers of the Parkway Bank, whose present assets have ex­ ceeded the $40,000,000.00 mark. He is presently Vice Chairman of the Board, Trust Officer and General Counsel of the Parkway Bank. In addi­ tion he is a Director and General Counsel of the Mr. Raymond Wardynski First State Bank of Chi­ cago, which he also helped establish. Mr. Kobelinski is active in the Chicago Pol­ ish American Community. A Past President of the Advocates Society of Chicago, he has served in various capacities in the Polish American Con­ gress. Presently, he is President of the Illinois Division of the Congress. RAYMOND WARDYNSKI Raymond Wardynski helps widen the Founda­ tion’s ties with Buffalo, one of America’s larger Polish American Communities. He secured his formal schooling in Buffalo, where he received his B.S. in Business Administration from the Uni­ versity of Buffalo. Mr. Wardynski is Vice Presi­ dent of Frank Wardynski and Sons, one of Amer­ ica’s largest specialists and producers of Polish sausage. Active in civic and community affairs, he is a member of the Board of Trustees of Canisius High School, the Advisory Board of the Bank of Buffalo, the Ambassadors of St. Joseph’s Intercommunity Hospital, the Professional and Businessmen’s Associa­ tion, the Buffalo Athletic Club and numerous so­ cial and fraternal organ­ izations. Mr. Wardynski is mar­ ried to the former Sue M. Jackowski. They re­ side in Williamsville, New York together with their three children. co a Q. CD NEW TRUSTEES STILL SOUGHT The addition of Mr. Kobelinski and Mr. WarMr. Mitchell Kobelinski dynski will better enable the Foundation to serve the Chicago and Buffalo areas. However, there are still a number of major Polish American centers which still have no representation on the Board of Trustees. Such major centers are the cities of Boston, Pitts­ burgh, Milwaukee and Minneapolis. Should any of our members have any suggestions for Trustees from these areas or should they know of pros­ pective candidates from other areas, we earnestly request that they send their suggestions to the Foundation. New York City. I the Irem -i-emple. " i’r erman of N.Y.and tr emonies-the religic Fielania made a beat local KF org.and /i May,1938 - fne Bud with vine in the t1 Dorothy James was of the org. in 195. You know what ha Katyn isassacre,Holo During that peri April 1941 - Felix Dec.,1945- Helena h Nov.,1949 - Jit.Kai 1400 at During this peri artists and others, This may surpris group! A July,1947 letter from Dr. F. a room at J.C.similar to tne jitl.Roomi letter stated "J.O. is now offering 5 Hist., & Culture." Ine men's Committee they passed the torch to us women, ale It was in Feb.,1950 that a group c Kocyan formed the w.C.Polish Doom Com. interests expanded, it was a great lea favorite expression of praise was " Yo Oct., 1951 - Our first cultural pro; Gym by hrs. Coleman, a wonderful Yankee perpetuating Poland's Lit. Nov.,1951-je sponsored the first KF a Black, in Concert at the Gym. Procee Dec.,1951- our first KF Ball; Ch. was Sterling; tickets-5 • “included phampagne W '£* sbor99'' ordered from N.Y, No Ball . — Oct.,1952- another Cultural Progran ?Did you know the second KF Chopin Scho A film "Moonlight Sonata" -pianist Fa< Dec.,1952- 2nd KF Ball- Ch. Lorraine of dancers by Lee Peters; huge mural of R. Rutkowski. Dolls made by Firs. Ruth we 1953 was a busy year! hay - Fasnion Clinic- by Melania:buy clc June - In those days summer theater mean at Nuangola. Our first was T Am a Came Andy Rushin’s Forest Inn. (Forerunner of Nov.- Cooking Demonstrationst «.C. 0afet Cook book Projec^recipes from members ; Plans for the Polish Room & Furniture *«** we contfiAA �Oho/ jn Memoriam: Two Great Ladies PeM. Within two weeks ot each other, two lifelong friends closely associated with The Kosciuszko Foundation pass­ ed away. The first, Mrs. Joseph Kocyan. wife of Trustee and former Chairman of the K.F. Board of Trustees, who died on February 8th. The second was Mrs. Stephen P. Mizwa, wife of the Founder of the K.F., who passed away on February 22nd. MRS. JOSEPH KOCYAN c c € ch Dr e late A o piece 5 he Boa f d his 1U bears Lg 795. sor o ? 10th Hotel tn. I960. Mowing. Walter A. field*, < Stefar ig t •rshi = lift Wi ch. Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan, wife of Trustee and former Chairman of the Board of The Kosciuszko Foundation, Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, died on February 8, 1972, in Wilkes Barre. Pennsylvania. She was born in Warsaw. Poland, the former Marie Sophia Nestorowicz, a daughter of the late Stefan Mrs. Joseph Kocyan and Melania Nestorowicz. The family came to this country settling in Toledo. Ohio, where her mother was a newspaper correspondent for the Ameryka Echo. The family later resided in Buffalo, New York, where her mother was an editor of Everybody’s Daily, another Pol­ ish American newspaper. Her father, a chemist, was the author of a book Travel Notes, an account of the family’s travels in the Southwestern United States. This book is available from the Kosciuszko Foundation. Mrs. Kocyan and her husband were married in Toledo and moved to the Wilkes Barre area, in which Dr. Kocyan began the practice of medicine. A past president of the Polish Room Committee of Wilkes College, which she was instrumental in founding, she was also a member of the Luzerne County Medical Society Auxiliary, the Wilkes Barre general Hospital Auxiliary, the Polish Women's Alliance, and The Kos­ ciuszko Foundation. Far more, she was the moving spirit of a score of initiatives to improve the cultural image of Polish Americans. Though small in stature, she was a veritable dynamo, a bundle of energy that found time to assist and advise all those who came to her seeking aid. We mourn our loss, one of the truly re­ markable women of our times. Surviving in addition to her husband are three daugh­ ters, Mrs. Stefan Hellersperk, of Dallas. Pennsylvania: Mrs. Joseph McCoy, of Philadelphia, Penn; and Mis. Leo Filar, of Newark, Delaware; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a brother, John Nestorowicz, of Buffalo, New York. MRS. STEPHEN P. MIZWA Katherine Mizwa was bom in Chicopee, Massachusetts, on November 13, 1894, to ApoIonia Kaminska Twarog and Daniel Twarog, who had come to America from Poland about 1888 and 1887, respectively. One of nine children, she attended Chicopee public elementary and junior high schools and was the first girl of Polish ancestry to be graduated from Chicopee High School. She entered Teacher’s College, Westfield Page Two tup Fund Fage Two new xork City. Normal School, now called State College at Westfield. Massachusetts, and was graduated in 1916 She became a grade school teacher in the Chicope? public school system and also taught an evening Amer­ icanization class for Polish immigrants, helping as an Interpreter for people having medical, legal and other problems. Her other activities included playing the organ with the Lutnia Choir at her church, the Holy Mother of the Rosary Polish National Catholic Church. giving piano lessons, sometimes playing piano In local theatres for the then silent movies. She also served as a Girl Scout leader. Miss Twarog married Stephen Paul Mizwa in Sep­ tember 1922. They first lived in Chicopee, then Des Moines, Iowa, where Mr. Mizwa taught, at Drake Uni­ versity. For a short time they lived in Forest Hills. New York, and then, from 1929 through 1946 they resided in Scarsdale, New York, except for a year or so when Mr. Mizwa acted as President of Alliance College, Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Mizwa was active as a volunteer in various or­ ganizations besides The Kosciuszko Foundation. She was a loving and responsible mother, “doing" for her family, yet found time for her flower gardens, drawing, painting, sewing, working for the Girl Scouts, for Polish War Relief. Bundles for Britain, the Red Cross, the Cancer Society, and giving help and encouragement to troubled friends and neighbours and various persons arriving from Poland. About 1944, she took courses with the Child Education Foundation, New York, doing some of her practice teach­ ing at the Lexington School for the Deaf, in New York. From 1946 until July, 1970, Mr. and Mrs. Mizwa lived and worked actively in the Kosciuszko Foundation. Be­ coming quite ill, Mrs. Mizwa spent the past year and one half at a nursing home in Houston, Texas, very near her son, Tad, and his family. Death came February 22, 1972. The funeral, a Re­ quiem High Mass, took place in the church where Mrs. Mizwa used to play the or­ gan, where she was married, and where her children were christened. Burial was in the nearby parish cemetery. Immediate survivors are a son Tad S. Mizwa. his wife Mary, their children Michelle, John, Mike and Steve, all of Houston, Texas; a daughter, Helen Mizwa Reynolds, her husband War­ ren, their sons, Stephen and Kirk, of Washington, D.C.; three sisters, Mrs. Anthony Kielb, Mrs. Frank Kochanski, and Mrs. Frank Curylo, Mrs. Stephen P. Mizwa all of Massachusetts, and a brother Adam Twarog, of Dumont, New Jersey The family requests that any contributions friends may care to make in memory of Mrs. Stephen Mizwa should be made to the Stephen P. Mizwa Memorial Scho­ larship Fund of the Kosciuszko Foundation. sAJM —1— - -f® tn© Iroia People Xt t »ant •.(Krs. 61 with vine in t Dorothy in in cn let AH d ere wo; aicuzynsk »tten?Ud. rtod, well writi but to t-fc •or. j* .HOOW faring 5 to us women, eli - that a ^roup < OllBh Koofii Com. was a great les praise was “ Yc st cultural pro a wonderful Yenke )land‘a Lit. > sponsored the first KF lack Concert at the Gym. Frocei uec.,1951- our first KF Bal. wai t>t er line-; tickets ~ o.-includ ed p h a m p a ? *n< res- ordered from N.Y. No Ball I9P>2- another another ’Cultural Frogran hopin Scho pianist Fa __ Ch. Lorraine aancers by Lee Peters; huge mural of Nutkowski. Polls made by Mrs. Nuth w< 195j was a busy year! - Fasn fon Clinic- oy Melania:buy cl( s - In those days summer theater meat t Nuangola. Our first wap "I Am A Came ndy Hushin*s Forest Inn. (Forerunner of ov.- Cooking uemonstrationat rf.C. Cafet ook Book Frojecirecipes from members ; Ians £or the Polish Noom & �THE GILBERT FL The late A vho precd f the Boa ved his Ij >rebears' i 1795. F| ivisor of nong th! adershij his life' 4r. Wil' such. Commemtary Slides of Polish Room .-ictivities - 50th Anniversary- 1950-1980 1. Prologue - lhese are our Roots! xhe Beginning: Lay, 193?- Fhe first hosciuszko Foundation Ball & Pageant took place at the Irem xemple."The Coronation of ueen Jadwiga71 was directed by D, Asherman of N.Y.and the costumes obtained there. In 15^4 there were two ceremonies-the religious one at ..awel Castle and the public one at Krakow q Melania made a beautiful,regal Queen Jadwiga. Mary G. was Pres, of thi local KF org.and Vine was Ch. of the Ball. It was a mixed group then. hay,1958 - The 2nd KF Ball& Pageant at the Irem was "The Dreams of kosciuszk with Vine in the title role.(Mrs. Stefanski still calls him Kosciuszko) Dorothy James was Usa and Irene Lester represented Poland. Vine was Pres. of the org. in 1958. You know what happened in 1959,WWII: Hitler's invasion of Poland,the W Katyn Massacre,Holocaust devastation, and the Soviet Take-over. ;ed1 During that period we gave benefits for the Polish >*ar Victims: April 1941 - Felix Sadowski's Ballet at the irem Temple,Ch. V.Znaniecki Dec.,1945- Helena Morsztyn in an All-Chopin Concert at the Irem T.(Father-Co Nov.,1949 - ivit .Malcuzynski,Paderewski ' s protege, at the irem-magnificent; 1400 attended. During this period, the KF spent thousands of dollars bringing these artists and others,as well as writers,educators,etc. to the U.S. & helping This may surprise you , but this organization started out as a men * s LI group! A July,1947 letter from Dp. Farley to Ch. Paul Selecky " offered a room at W.C.similar to the Ntl.Rooms at the U.of Pitt". A Sept.,1947 letter stated "W.C. is now offering 5 courses in the Pol. Lang., Liter., te Hist., & Culture." The men's Committee's goal to raise 35,000 failed, so they passed the torch to us women, along with $ 2,000. It was in Feb.,1950 that a group of women under the guidance of Farie Kocyan formed the W.C.Polish Room Com. We worked hard and succeeded. As our 5r interests expanded, it was a great learning experience. Dr. Kocyan's favorite expression of praise was " You ladies are wonderful." Oct., 1951 - Our first cultural program began with a lecture at the Gym by mrs. Coleman, a wonderful Yankee friend, who devoted her life to perpetuating Poland's Lit. irr Nov.,1951-^e sponsored the first KF Chopin Scholarship winner,Roy Laton, lie a Black, in Concert at the Gym. Proceeds of 31,000 was given to W.C. Dec.,1951- our first KF Ball; Ch. was Jule Z.;held at the Stark Ballroom, Sterling;tickets-$5»-included phampagne punch;Very formal- no gowns in 5ed! J.B. stores- ordered from N.Y. No Ball pictures! Dr. & Firs, Mizwa attended. 2m.: — Oct.,1952- another Cultural Program by Dr. Rd Zawacki,from the KF; it-’ fDid you know the second KF Chopin Scholarship winner,1952, was Van Cliburn? A film "Moonlight Sonata" -pianist Paderewski. KF BallCh. Lorraine D.;theme-Polish Dances,paintings Dec., 1952- 2nd ‘ I of dancers by Lee Peters; huge mural of shiny red & silver wycinanki by R. Rutkowski. Dolls . made by Firs. Ruth were sold vaar> 1953 was a hnetr busy y ear!I Tf£> May - Fasnion Clinic- by Melania:buy clothes to fit your figure! In the Gym. June - In those days summer theater meant weekly visits to the Grove Theater at Nuangola. Our first was "I Am A Camera";ffollowed by dinner dance at Andy Rushin's Forest Inn. (Forerunner of our Pocono Playhouse trips) Nov.- Cooking Demonstrationat W.C. Cafeteria by Lottie Stocks & Cook Book Pro.jec^recipes from members ; 500 books sold; 3588 profit. iw Plans for the Polish Room & Furniture started! Upon Dr. Mizwa's advice, we contacted Stefan Mrozewski,world-renowned wood designer. After meeting with us, he drew up plans,cost- 3485. tse He designed our beautiful Lx Libris,presented to the Room by Dr. Mizwa?ap 000 1. copies for 3100. After the furniture designs were shown to several furniture manufacturers, Mathieu's Surn. Custom Designers of Phil, agreed s to make the first 8 chairs. These were paid through the generosity of members:Lucy Butkiewicz Groblewski, Anna Lester, Irene Lester Stefanski John Malinowski, Dr.Albert & Helen Cooper, Mary Makowski's friends, Kocyan: in memory of Dr.'s mother, Jule Kocikoski Znaniecki,Olivia Twardowski As prices increased, Stefan hellersperk cameto the rescue. A portion o( the painting, Area and adjacent lot alitie College. lithogr FIREPLACK WALL Centre Mantle Left of Mantle 2. .Uf Board he r <? Left and Right of Right Bookcase I On Left of Right Bookcase �HIE GILBERT XL -2^Bec.,1955 KF Ball- Jean PiekarskiCh.; f able"Twardowski"decorations depicted him"on the moon"& other -tncidents by Stefan h. ;4KFi)ebs-^osia G.,Cooky h., Boris G.B. and Jane P.; ^954 ' Feb.- Concert at the Gym at 4 - Felix Labunski,composer £>ec. - KF Ball- Melania / 19^ ^^-Nov.-An Evening of Mickiewicz by Alex. Janta ' Ear. -Felicia Vlodek.col.sop.octave above high C(husband murdered by Russ. i she -Warsaw Ins. & concentration camps) directed by Al Gpoh x7' jM^ct. - Mickiewicz1 Forefathers" Centennial Observance)—Lorraine B$$500 to w. ^nec.- Jaselka Nativity rlay-Rydel1 s "Polish Bethlehem" tr. by Vi P.;directed^ by Earie; costumes -Hala & I- St. Mary's Ch. ^Dec. KF Ball - Ann G. -Theme-Pan Tadeusz",Mickiewicz's epic poem;2 large scenes in water color by R.Rutkowski: one depicted a banquet scene at a Polish castle, the other- a village meeting in a busy square in front of a church. Individual figures by Stefan. Stefan completed the 7 ft. bench weighing 450 lbs. 7Z77 1956 f * Now the bookcase made by Stefan is added to the Polish Room at Parrish Hall J Mary ^-oons donated 4?500 towards it. /pushing figures into wasp-waists!/ May- Pageant-Fashions in Histor.yat the (mi; from coal & the xndians(Jule & Nini),early colonists,Civil uar costumes^Gibson girl H.iuoughlin, Suffragette I H.Gasowski,Car duster Aosh N.,Annette Evans'tennis dress by Jule- what a time nelania & I had going to Phil. & places for these costumes;narration by C.Lord, Lorraine, & Basia. $550 profit. And -no pictures! For social variety,our Swingers held 2 additional dances: in July a Summer k ■^ance at the Irem T. Pavilion-Viola S. ch; in Oct. a Bal Masque at the Wyo. V.C.C. with Helen Cooper, ch. ^Bec.KF Ball - Nell,ch. 1957- Mar r • Now.the beautiful oval table made by Stefan is added to the Pol. Rm. at Farr Mar.- This marked the first big Card Party at the Gym- 8 P.M.-Mildred & Jule (only 2 hrs. to set up our tables,chairs,kitchen,etc)$800 May- All-Chopin Concert by Ban pollock, KF Chopin Scholarship Oct.- SIide,lecture,^demonstration by Irene Lprentowicz,art>e ^wSWepresented, these drawings to the Nant. G. S. troops are now dispUsyetPa the Mill Mem. library. (Her lecture -at Osterhout-AP.M.for childrentEove of Mol.too greatshe returned.J /^Dec. KF Ball - Jeanette B.ch (Both Mizwas & Farleys attended) 4 The late A vho preceh f the Boa' ved his Ij: jrebears• i 1795. F; ivisor oL nong thf adershii his lifJ Ir. Wil such.' 1958 Stefan made the fireside table & 2 chairs; placed in Catlin Hall. <y5<) April - Yurek -^azowski's Ballet "Pan Twardowski"-lrem T.-Jule & H. Cooper; — profit-$l,000;Tickets & Patrons! Here’s the ticket com,.‘Nork,Veronica,Ann Gr^ ____ £r KFBall-.Gloria Suda,Ch.-at the Westmoreland 1959 / / Spring ^ard Party-Jeanette,Weiss,&Jule-Fashion Show introduced Summer Garden party-Tibi’s iarzl Fall-Bedication & Unveiling of the Pol. Rm. plaqqfPCread it)-$564. Silver sajriQzar was presented by the Reympnt(Nell -Pres.ZMade in warsaw ; at turn of 18th c.;of ureek design Aug.4-9 - ACPCC Conv.-at 'W.C, -at our invitation^ Highlights: slides by ( A.Janta of Wawel treasures,including huge Biblical tapestries made in Brusse Tusse f They were stored in ^anada since 1940.; books of poetry by V^, Janda-autogran 18 paintings & sculpture by Steve Poleskie; Musicale by concert pianist, Mrs. Parley"Moods of Chopin";Our reception at McClintock for all;J.Lester's Garden Party & Mushroom Hunt-will never forget it! _____ ^Bec. KF Ball-Rosemary Kopicki 196O_ Jan.-our UM rst Chartered bus trip-to Phil.-Slask-at Academy of nusic A portion of the paw area and adjacent loc College. rBEFUCE WALL Centre Mantle On Left of Right Bookcase �THE GILBERT Mt A portion ot the p« lnting«, prints, litho gr of whici area and adjacent localities . College, -2eb. at the Gym- Pelix Labunski,composer -4 P.E» ^ec«- 3rd KF Ball -helania, Ch. FBEFj^E^WALL Centre Mantle Left ol Mantle Right of Mantle Origu ;k b >n sft ;s The late A vho prece' *. f the Boa.'* ved his 1 ! <' jrebears ■ 11795. E ivisor of nong thM adershir his life Ir. Wil! such.! On Left of Right Bookcase .or �THE GILBERT Me portion oi area and rFeb* ,1960 - Lecture on folklore- l-.rs. Coleman at xarrish Hall Par.- Card Farty-friarge D.,ch;Prizes:cashrn.sweater w.mink,nat Oct - Paderewski hemorial Prog- Mrs. Woodruff Oct - Steg.Gold Medal Band & John Sauer -at Irem -"Tribute to Paderewski Garden Party at Lester's '—Dec. KE Ball - Kosh W.,ch. 1%?1 Gard Party - Stacia & Leona; & Eashion *^how Oct. - Piano Concert - A. Kapuscinski—Lorraine,Ch.;(Interned by Ger.& Russ escaped to U.S. in -yt. Oc t. -hazowsze _________ -Irem _ Reception-Jule &Mil (f >O Nov -Mrozewski1s 10 day exhibit of Woodcuts & Paintings-Parrish ^all-V&J KI1 Ball- Mildred W.,ch. ' ,_____ k ‘ _ . „. _____ 2ZDec________ t __ ‘ ____ ____ ____ ____ ”” / 1962 ' s” 7^7 hay Card Party & Intern, fashion Show(Kath.Flood1 s)-Olivia,^h.Jule,^11 Garden Party Rutkowski ' s *—Dec.KFBall - Mary ftarmilowicz,uh.;initiated Patrons ;gold paper ornaments Feb. -Poznan ohoir- reception-Jule & Mil x Card Party &Kusicale-W. C. Women' s Chorus;nrs. Eugene Falchek,ch. ^Z-T^Sept .-Tribute to Alice Grit savag __ e,. ret .Col, of Nurses at Foothill Manor,Shick Oct.-Lecture •Lecture on Poland by Dr Dr. a. Kusielewicz(illustrated> Dec. Ch ristmas Chr istmas Party at G; Gym- Anita Janerick x-Dec.KF Ball - Jule 5.- "white Christmas"sprayed holly trees w.mini lights /44/ 1964 <-~x7 Mar.- Card Party & Millinery - Ruth D. & Vic N. >—-y^pApr.- Hosted 4 Intern.Farm Youth Exchto Poland-1 wk.crash course taught by ;Mary G.,Hrs. Horbaczewski,Hala, Claire Smith,H.Sypniewski.(Apr.28-for 6 mon Hay- Paul Gorka's Exhibit at Parrish Halljhis prizewinning "Pieta" CxixS) Cct.- Festival of Leaves -(forerunner of Folk festival at Armory) Gym; J4 rlfchnic tables-we gave each JilO for expenses; warsawnRm.-babka & kawa & UN,G.S. ,4-H,Pa.Game; Painting exhibit ( f jr? Com.slide-Goraptapestry from Mrs.Stef.;chunk of coal on table:J.Teleszyo, Fel.Perlick, Ottie Chwalek Dec.KFBall- Hala - Theme- Szopka Puppets; street scene in Krakow; szopkalarge castle with 2 white towers ;puppets on red carpeted stage. 1.9.25 , rj feb.-Sandra Virtue's slides of the 4-H 6 months in roland Apr.- Another group of 4 4-H students to be coached before their 6 mon. in Poland. Cancelled by Communists I Aug. - Mrs. f'arley died! Oct. - Stephen Hero °oncert-Jt& H.Koons;reception-lowep^ level of Fine Arts Profit- <>551 Dec.Christmas Party - Honored Hrs. E0Cyan with 4 pc. silver tea service *-Dec.KB'Ball Oh. - Marge D. - Old world i'hemefred tapers,sheaves of wheat / 1966 - Poland's Millenium Mar. - Lecture at Sterling by Marta ^orwin-Rhodes,author of "Mask of warrior! (publisher of Perspectives since 1971) Oct.- Violin Concert by Thos. “ichalak; piano-Debbie Sobol^(conductor of N• L.Pa. Symphony since 19 rf----- Z ZT .jAmerice Oec. 10 VPiillenium Concert ,Carne^i^H^lTfPbus^trip toNTj.;Stokowski,Symphor KF sponsored - -----------------------z^Dec. KF Ball- Millenium theme;Olivia,ch.;husbands of past ch. wore red ribbons with gold medallians;city coat-of-arms on mirrorsChristmas.bellsAfter Polonaise,Ball chairmen were introduced as each couple aSncej-trom 1951 on. 1967 (z- Dec .KFBall-St a c i a —----- ^96b Apr. - Andrzej Bachleda- tenor at Perf Arts ^enter Centre Mantle Left of Mantle of Mantle Left of Right ;ng- . print*, liihogr litiv'4, of whiel �' GILBERT pamimus, prints, Hthogr lAvent torahUe*, many of whicl 196B Nov i.ov.— Dedication of Farley Library; Polish Koom,on the 2nd floor, has become a reality1 Design in bhe -^akopanski style of the xatra mountaineers. On the floor is a blue flowered sazurskiv^fugXwool)-£1200. On the wall 1 is a tan kilim with allover^>atterri>i'loB<i4t. In the niches are Jan Stykafe Kosciuszko and Pulaski. Stefan’s giftwas the carved pedestal on which rests Benda's Mask of Jesus .donated by Mrs. Kocyan. in 195:5 • Benda/nade masks from 191c> until 1948 when he died. He was the world's foremost authority on paper-mache masks ./{prices:Oberon's-;1200,Kuria-^2,000 01d Above "the°?ireSHa3aLS?Heyngg°§ ’ c. FIREPLACE WALL Centre Mantle eagle,symbol of PolandSAfhe 2 sets of wooden dolls are gifts of Mrs. Stefans On either side of the fireplace are 2 lithographs by T.Lewicki-Sievemakers and Harvesting. Next to ^osciuszko is a small print of his resting place. To the right of the fireplace is a 16th c. map of Roland ,executed by Abraham ftrtelius,royal geographer to King Philip II of Spain. On the left of the bookcase is iH8- an original oil painting by Joseph Brodowski"Farmer and Horses",donated by nary Koons. On the right hangs a large portrait of Anthony Mroz,one of the better known Tatra bagpipers. The otner large Polish kilim is a N. Baltic scene. To its right is a colorful wycinanki made by Irene Dorentowicz. Above it is a handmade Polish linen embroidery of the Patron of roland,the Blessed sother,a °f OTch ______ student ''7^^1322. id ar. - Dental Soc. was one of the first org. to tour our room Apr. - Lecture by hrs. Coleman on her book,a transl.of Nesterowicz1s ""Travel Notes"through Arkansas,Louisiana,&Texas; imagine her delight to discover he was Mrs. Kocyan's father. ______ A^Dec. KF Ball - Ann U. -presented Mrs. Kocyan with roses / y// 1971 - Dr. Mizwa died ;Mrs. Kocyan ill; Jule became -t'res. Nov. - Dr. -E. Kusielewicz presented a lecture-film on Poland-at Perf arts C >-Dec.KF Ball - Mary Novitsky,ch. F72e€ ••" ' 1972 --- C?-****, Board Meeting at my home -Nell appointed VP ZzZe. oxghz Feb. - Mrs. Kocyan died Dr. Kocyan, May - Memorial for Mrs. ^0cyan;^Dr. Farley,Dale Buehler,Vi P./Mary G .and marie m. read poems of Kazmiera Illakowicz. Her works were presented to w'.C. in memory of hrs. K. By Mrs. Coleman. "Illa", a friend of Emily Dicken translated her poems into Polish. The Com. established a Scholarship at W.C. in her memory- for students of Polish descent. CFLOOD/ June 23 - Faced with the great disaster of rlurricane Agnes we met the challenge to replace and restore our stock of books and objects of art. June -Bd. Meeting -here-Dr. Kocyan a guest- unveiled picture of i-irs. Kocyan for the Polish 4’ Sept.- Garden Party at Cele's; helped to brighten -Vbe day for *lood victims ^Mx^Jgec. KF Ball- Cele S. ' The late A vho prece1 f the Boa ved his 1, irebears | i 1795. E ivisor oh nong th) adershij1 his life 1r. Wilf such. - Pc yan d ted . Feb.13 Lecture by Prof. Walter Placek on Copernicus, ^ebl8 Copernicus 500 Birthday Banquetr-with Pol.ttW^^Founder of modern astron omy);guest speaker-mrnest Cuneo ; Qat^TreadwayJ Mar. - kstzrBus i'rip to N.Y.-KF Homej Musicale-Pet er Haas^ ;reception Aug.lp-^osted Polish drafts ^xhibit^from Smithsonian;reception -Cunningham Oct. -Violin Concert Peter haas-Perf.Arts Center- Ch.Tina N. & Bertha >x-Dec.Ki? Ball- Jule Noroski;theme-Copernicus; first Ball at Genetti s ^rand Ballroom; introduced VThe Poets";Jule hosted com. at a Cocktail Party preceding the ^allprivate^parties at homes. Left and Right of Right Book case On Left of Right Bookcase �THE GILBERT XL A portion of the painting# ( | area and adjacent loc.ahtio, College. ■ The late A vho prece! f the Boa ved his 1> * jrebears 1 i 1795. H ivisor o» nong th adershi; his lift Ir. Will such.I ' ' ~ Feb. - Hosted the first reception for the ILF. PA. Philharmonic ■ ymphony Lar. - Introduced Polish Pisanki^Sopni^eYurkowski, Anna Deionic k,&- Anna Gacek to our valley. Prior to this theft^rainians laid claim to thisart. •<Lrs. Gacek taught °ophie the Polish arr forms- demonstrated at our meeting. £4- - / Apr.- Visiting groups to the rolish Room included *->t. Mary’s PTA of xly. apr.- Bus trip to Aatin Casino,Cherry Will, N.J.- Aiberace Nay - Had 2 Display Booths at the Fine Apts Fiesta-<fli^Be °quare-Pisanki y with Gophie demonstrating & introduced ..ycinanki^-from A. Gacek. / <Apy«-Helen Mosier displayed her paintings Dov. -Presented "An Afternoon in the Tatras" at N.H.S.; with Bachleda, tenor; reception at Oolonial Inn Organized Chorus-Bertha,conductor <PPec.KF Ball - Lucy S. Ch.-hosted Pre-Ball Deception at Genetti's for Com. _____ Theme- Chopin (musical notes) (25th Anniv.-^ilve^) 1973 - Theme- "A Salute to Polish '"omen" -readings at our meetingsVi'eb.- Bus trip to N.Y.-Jan bollock's All-Chopin Concert,Alice fully Hall Deception at KF Feb.- Hosted Philh. deception Feb. - Bus trip to Franklin Inst.,Phil.- Polish Gov. Exhibit Lar.-Students of Amer. Cult, classes,Wyo.V.v/. visit the Pm. Apr.- Welcomed 10 Pol. Jr. Champions Wrestlers to the ^alley-#5each ; bought them lunch;shopping-fruit!;theater-movies;they won! Nay - Our story made TV- Ch.16—^d nartel taped Napy G. in the iXm.; 1 wk. later he taped Sophie x. making risanki at her home Nay - Pisanki -Booth at Fine -Arts Fiesta,Public Sq.jSophie demonstrated July - 5 local students we recommended attend KF Summer Sessions in Boland July- Polish Culture presented to 40 teachers ati the Pol. Hm. -5wks.Ethnic Heritage Studies Inst, under Ur,C.Valletta -Jule,Vic bertha;lunch Oct. - Presented our heritage to Bishop rioban students ,teacher G.Zionkowski and Dev. NcCaghan Oct*— Bus trip to Scranton -Bobby Vinton Tiov. - Lecture by Stan Cuba,KF assistant to ^res., on Pulaski Dec.5-7-first Holiday Fair at Courthouse ;Christmas tree with handmade ornnaBfi8f9s WOT • ,jg^nSO6flgi§SmSlbigeS:2&§F8S 1 §aPgoS. .. iZDec.KF Ball-Barbara U.;Salute to Polish _j£unan;presented roses to, mei Compiled Brochures of the Polish Hoorn .2^4 1976 - Bicentennial +ear; theme-"Poles * Contributions to America" d Feb.- Philharmonic Reception F'eb.- Lorraine’s Headings of her 2 original scripts: "1Yosc. & Pulaski "Xkosc. & Jefferson Feb.-Nay - Introduced a new art form to LusflftGo^schoolchildegn-Wycinanki Contest5th-8th ur.; 93 Jycinanki books distributed;31 awards out of Lar - Slide-lecture of £arly Polish °ettlers in Wyo. *. & their contribut Glossy prints & slides made; 54- prints sent to KF- value-5850. Mar. -Pisanki classes started at Pol. Union- Sophie Y. Marv Organized the Jr. Kosciuszko Assoc.- Bern. Evanofskibrese Apr. ■ KF _ ’_s , ___ ______ _ 50th Anniv.14 attended the N.Y. Ball Lay - Bus trip to Phil..bicentennial z w Kosc. home Tour,t including Lay 21- Fine Arts Fiesta;2 booths- Pisanki and v/ycinanki; wycinanki winners displayed; awards given July- 4 area adults attending KF Summer Sessions in Poland- Bertha & Bernie nug. ~ Perspektywa Display of 52 panels at Conyngham;reception Sept.9-12 - First Folk Festival at Armory ;theme-Zakopane room; wycinanki painted on burlap panels^ Cnorus sang Oct.- Tour of St. ^tans. Led. Center }Z£.t. - -Attended Pres. Capin’s Inauguration at W.C. —9.U.*~ Bertha gave a resume of their KF Summer Session in Poland Decj—p-5t;Hp1iday Jair at Courthouse -tree & wrapped Christmas boxes .candy I'liorus sang cane tree ^Jec.KE gal^-^an white eagle(made by K.Luksha) lit hour FIREPLACE WALL ntr« Mantle On Left of Right Bookcase r r inl» �i III' GILBERT Me - 2“ The HP Ball Invitation List was read off by Dottie at the Polish Boom following the Bd. Meeting. Names were eliminated j.nmvc ones wadded. Thanks, Dottie. Mr Sail Ch. i<arie requests all to be patrons or sponsors of this year's Hall. Also - she needs a Patron Ch. <’e can all help by getting one prof, or bus. can or bank- to be a sponsor! She has only 52. to work with -for expenses. Patron Cqeu,^jllaggnda£orm letters to them,if you prefer. rhe late A vho prece' f the Boa ved his 1 nebears 11795. E ivisor of nong th adershii his life lr. Wili such. I The j:all Folk Festival at Kingston Armory was crowded every day from Sept.15-16 -eople took advantage of this opportunity to enjoy multi-ethnic displays, food and entertainment,and- in particular,to learn about their own heritage. For who wants to be a rootless sort of thing?! It is not our purpose to live in the past, but to draw from that past. PolAmericans have unlimited capacities for diversity as displayed in their 4 booth Curs was again spectacularly unique.with its 4 seasons. Pictures were taken and notes copied by attendees who lavished praise on our efforts. To those who undertook this project,we extend our sincere appreciation- Hertha, Melania, Helen Loughlin, Janet Son -helping to set it up, and Mrs. Horbaczewski -for her artistic assistance. Thanks again,Dottie ,a£drMtldred, for the coffee urni,. Cur Kawiarnia (Coffee Shop) introduced 2 new entrees - golinnbki and klopsi. Again, our coffee and varied desserts were in great demand. By Sun. we were alf sold out. Cur supplies were replenished,however, by a few energetic,dedicated members and their families who saved the day by baking on Sunday corning! Thank to Jule Noroski, Jean Piekarski, Marie, H. Gasowski, Ann Niznik,& yours truly. Food credits: Bigos- Melania and Jule; klopsi- Anita; gol<?>bki and klopsi-«Iule. Desserts (besides those listed aboveO : Bertha, Dottie, Loretta, Melania, Helen Crmanowski, H. Loughlin, A. Maslow, Olivia-paid 511 for 6 doz. fingerrolls. (All told- 14 donors!) Background credits: Huge summer flowers by Janine Zanecki and NiniZ. Smith,L Bertha; leaumn leaves- Jule Sc Bertha; winter snowflakes- Bertha;signs-Jule. 3 tables-F.Frank, H. Loughlin, L Jule; easel- Susan Price;mums- Bertha & Jean V Dr. Kopernik -Christmas tree, Nativity figures, Polish eagle, pisanki,- and the most unusual attraction of all— the round baked bread molded into figureswith its legend. Other contributors: Stacia, Mrs. Horbaczewski - To our wonderful men- Vine. Stefan H., and Al Serzan- a million thanks! ~..re denend on ticke/sales to nay for our 2 booths what we owe the 'Travel Agency that sponsors the Festival: 190 tickets1.50 =• for 2. booths -J2o5 .r'290 Food Booth: 2 bboths G $20 - 40 2 tables G 55 - 10 10% of net proceeds -__ 10 __ 60 $550 sent 260 5 90 3al. •<’e entreat those who neither worked nor sold tickets to to help pay this bal 52 tickets are outstanding. Have you made your returns? Sorry, the list of money donors is incomplete as of now. Thankyou who donated. As you know, Mildred's sister and her husband are both in the hospital. Cur sympathy is extended to Helen Crmanowski who recently lost her sister. Cur best wishes go to Marcy Sedor who is convalescing at home. Good news— Congratulations to Susan and 2d Price- it's a 9 lb. 12 oz. baby boy Congratulations, Grandma Loughlin! Centre Mantle belt of Mantle Right of Mantle ft and Right of �/ /J -ilkes College Polish Soon October Bulletin - 1979 How appropriate that our first fall meeting should be at the St. Stanislaus Medical Center on Tues., Oct. 9,/ust two days after Pone John 1-aul Il's memor­ able visit to the U.S, terminated. The Chorus hopes to share its songs of joy and_love with the patients and staff at xna 6 F.K., followed by a beef dinner—<5* ^ast__..ed. 8 of our members -Bertha, J.Smocharski, F.Frank, C. Kowalich,Del -amanski, H.Crmanowski,H. Selecky,and I had the priviledge of participating in the joyous welcome accorded our Pontiff at Fhila. The service was lovely,meaningful, and.moving. It was truly a very beautiful and special day! r ’ ”1............... ’ BdV MeetiiZ looF olace' at’ W Polish’ aT.-CttVUV at- noon. Comxng -vents: !• ^ulaski Com. Ball-Sat..honoring Pulaski’s 200th Anniv. of his death at Savannah 2. Tues.,Cct .23- Craft woekshop-making straw articles;instruction by Shirley,The Village Craft Shoppe,at 6:30 at the Sterling. For service and materials-32.75• 3. Sun. ,Mov.4- 3 F . M. - at W. C. - a lecture on Archaelogy by *~eter Bogucki,Harvard grad student,who spent the last 3 summers in Poland at a site near Biskupin. Beception at the Faculty House. As co-sponsors,we are obliged to pay 320 to­ ward the honorarium fee of ,$100.-to the Jr. Kosciuszko Assoc. 4. Tues.,13- from 6 to 7- before our regular meeting, we are invited to visit Barbara's Floral Shoo,Sheatown-Cuening of her new Santa Claus Boom.10;$ disc. on purchases and a Door Prize. Dinner Meeting- Viiietge^-lan or NjiiL . Ame-rieen—Lagion-.Ma-dey $ 5« Dec. 2- FAC 'Vigilia at St. Joseph's Church,Wyo. 6. Dec. 3- Polish Boom Christmas Party at Castleflondo,Gus Genetti's 7• DeC.29-K.F.Baliat Gus Genetti's Correspondence: From1. ACFCC -sponsored Music Festival "Warsaw Autumn Trip"-Sept.13-28- 31222 2. ACFCC - Treas. H.Zygmunt sent notice-1978 8c 1979 dues unpaid. June 10 3. ACFCC Convention took place Aug.14-19 at Marquette U.,Milwaukee,Wise. 4. Dale Buehler,W.C.librarian, for the book "The History of the Education of Polish Immigrants in the U.S, by J.Miaso in memory of Barbara Urbanski's dad, Henry Wytanis. 5. Krakow Festival at Alliance C., Cambridge Surings-Cctober 14-includes demon­ strations of pisanki,wycinanki,pierogi-making,50 min. crash course learning Polish,lecture on spas, lecture on WWII-commemorationfthe Kujawiaki Dancers. 6. Two KF Concerts: Cct.26- Fri., 7:J0 - flute 8c guitar;Bolotowsky & ^arpienia. Jan. 25 - " " - violin,harp, 8c piano-Lachert, Jaslar,Marko 7. ->5C checkireceived from 2d Bialogowicz Sept.14- for disc, on tickets -Matusz Jun 8. Pres. Capin - acknowledging Alpha Campaign with a 1979 gold emblem for our Farley plaque. 9. Bequest from Pres, of ACFCC for a resume of our activities -falln^978-lg79^for (The measure of our progress is reflected in our Activities.) * 1 10. Copernicus Soc.-the book-John Paul II-The Pone from Poland-rwith apologies for its delay. 11. H. Kowalczyk,Phil., seeking information on Galician towns of Podkamien,Brem­ bo wla, Bogatin, and Skalat. Cid Business: 1. Dottie's report: The American and the Polish flags have arrived! They look beautiful in the Polish Boom. Setail cost- 3313; our cost- 3250. 2. Marie's Sumner Garden Party- $170. 3. Bus Trip to Pocono Playhouse-^Ijo.20 4. Ann Maslow,Ch. Dominating Com.,has postponed it until next month. 5. Chorus has resumed- with 4 new members,who add greatly :o it. Dew Business: 1. Call from C.Montz, Boston Store, for materials on Pulaski for a window displayone day's notice: There you will see cur rece.tly purchased flags and other �GILBERT XL A portion of the painting®* area and adjacent locnUUr* College. rhe late Aj vho prece' f the Boa ved his 1S jrebears ’ 1 1795. E ivisor ol nong thj adershif his life lr. Wil; such. 1977 i?eb.26,1977 - - hilharmonic Reception at Iren T. - Dottie i-ildred • •arch,1977 - Shrine at Czestochowa Benefit .\af f le-af ghan donated by Carol ^awicki April 16,1977-Bthnic Instit.Prog.for 29 teachers from Tunkhan.i-ontrose at .<.C.; 3 credit course-lectures by V.1’ork,B.Pagoda, J.Znaniecki; Refreshment*. -‘•pril 25,1977--thnic Inst.Frog.-49 teachers under Dr.Fahmy at -.C. -same ypr.30,1977- --ujawiaki at L.H.S.- -AC *-ay 15,1977- Lus trip to Czestochowaji-ass;Lunch;Tour;meddler’s Village --ay lo,1977 - Tour of Historical i-useum C bwetland Heme June 5-19,1977- Tour of Poland June - 1977 - Perspectives Conference, •ash. - delegate B.Pagoda Sept ,29-Oct.2- Folk Festival-Krakow Sn.-St. 4ary’s Ch. & Sukiennice by R.Luksha; Kawiarnia; Chorus entertained with Folk Songs Dot. 1977 - Slides of Poland - H. Crmanowski Get,1977- Szymanowski by Bertha Dec.2-4,1977- Holiday Fair- Christmas J-ree; Table display-Dr.^ouernik;Chorus-Sun. 1978 Feb.17,1978 - Philharmonic deception Feb.1911978 - Lecture on News Media by Diane Gayeski,U.of l.d. -at Stark ^all Apr.9,1973 - Sponsored Polish Youth Conf.with Polish Unionjpanel discussion;dis­ plays; lecture by Rev. Chrobot?-;lower level of Farley Library I-ay 18,1978 - Lecture/slides of Pol.Culture u Early Polish Settlers-at the Histori Soc.- ri.Glowacki,Jule Noroski,& J.Znaniecki; Refreshments by them al July 1,1978 - Participated in the 200th Anniv. of Ayo. Massacre-wreath laid by Helen Gasowski Sept,10 - Chorus sang at Pi Beta Gamma’s 50th Anniv, July,19785 attended KF Summer Session in Poland:H.Zaleski,J.Drapiewski,J.Bros Sept.1^-17,’78- Folk Festival- "The Polish American Experience"-1854-1978,a dis­ play of documents and photos;Kawiarnia;Chorus sang on Fri. Sept.,1978 - 5 off to Poland -Bertha,Stacia,& Clemy Nov.1,1978 - Slask performance at Irem; cooperated in promoting both Rzeszow & Sla Dec,8-10, ’78 - Holiday Fair-Christmas; table display by Dr. Kopernik-hand-crafted Nativity scene figures & small tree-ornaments of eggs;Chorus-Sun. 1979 -Two Pol. Cultural Exper.at W.C.: 1. A non-credit continuing ed.course, Fol. Cjvjliz. 8c Cult.-with W.C. Dept.of Lang. 8c Lit.-on 10 Tuesdays in the Pol. Rm.-by kiss C.Tyburski,ret.faculty member emember of our com. Feb.25-25,’79 - Two one-act plays by Krozek by W.C.Drama students at CPA; Opening Night- reception April 1,1979-Concert-Bdwin Kowalik,blind pianist from Warsaw atCFA-.?35O.;Reception at the Sterling- J.Fiekarski 8c Jule April 17,’79 - Film"A Tour of Poland"from Al Serzan, by Weiss June 9,1979 - Perspectives i-edia Conference - 2 delegates-Bertha 1- Jule June 16,’79 - Matusz Dancers-IremSept.13-16Folk Festival;theme "The Peasants"-4 volumes-each season depicted in appropriate table display Sc background;Kawaarnia;Chorus-Bun. Cct.9tt1979 - St.Stans.Medical Center-Chorus sang for patients Oct.1979 - Prepared material for window display marking the 200th Anniv. of Pulaski’s death- in the Boston Store. Cct.23,1979 - Straw Craft Workshop at the Sterling-dolls- Dottie Breck Nov.4,1979 - Anthropoligist Peter Bugucki of narvard -lecture at W.C.;tour of Polish Rm.; reception Nov.13- Tour of Barbara’s Floral Shop - Christmas Shop Dec.2,1979 - Chorus sang at PAC Wigilia Dinnerat St.Joseph’s,Hudson Dec.7-9,*79 - Holiday Fair; Christmas tree; table by Hala; Chorus- Sun. Dec.lo,1979 - Chorus sang Kolendy for patients at Sfet Stans. Medical Center At �VUE GILBERT Me * paintings, nt lot. 4.1 it!«’ t L/ The late A vho prec« f the Boa! ved his nebears | 11795. H ivisor of nong thj adershij his life Ir. Will such.J view of 197 As we say Goodbye to our .-■>IL Ve, ■ AH HI \f .■<. .RY Y./n, I wish to thank ;ou for your cooperation, •mtnu.,9 '• , end cr< j.ativil.r, all of whies made it a truly "special year". If you were unable to attend meetings,the sbimulatinm/ypionthly programs reached you through our bulletins and the news articles. A brief summary shows a wide and varied range of our accomplishments: Feb.6- N.Y.bus trip to hearj^an PollockK,Lincoln Center;KF reception. Feb. 8- Philharmonic Post-Rec ept ioh ,Irera Temple , t* *»•'t ch. Feb.11 - Colonial Inn dinner Meeting-JTibi ’ s Reading Mde.Curie;Al Serzan. r.ll— olisb Room Meeting: M. Glowacki's Reading t>ueen Jadwiga; >50 to Shrine of Czestochowa; became A0PCC members; 5 oooks in memory of: Victoria Nitch Galzka-Christmas Tradition^, proertteJ YukoPeter Drapiewski -Traditional Polish "Songs, and to w c. m'Ask hrs. Viola .ojnarski - Vistula Wyo. Valley West students at Polish, km.-lecture by M.G. &V.N. , <T Jimeal’s : Olivia's Reading i.arcella Sembrich,colorat.soprano ; 'Artr-.i'T1st Bicentennial Meeting of othnic Groups, ..eckesser Hall-n.H. Apr. 15- PAC Swieconka, St. Joseph's, Hudson Apr. 14— 18 - Kiuigs Ethnic Art exhibit,Kings,7 to 9,wycinanki-Harie M. Apr.24—. eet'Y.’ivbQtr^e. briefed Ed Martel^Ch.16 Prog.Dir/it Polish Rm, Apr.27- Card Party,Dining Commons,Ann Urbanski,Ch. Apr.29-50- Greeted 10 Polish Jr.Champion wrestlers->5 to eachTat Pol.R Ray 6- R. Glowacki taned on TV by Ed Martel at Polish Rm. Ray 6- Last luncheon with Earia kocyan at Scholarship Luncheon,Fine Arts, . May 15- Newberry Est.Meeting- Readingby Marie i-ieszkowski-Raria Zakrze 5 May 16 - Arts Fiesta,Public S< . - Pisanki by Sophie Yurkowski ^ETlune 9 - Frip to Poland- Tibi, H. Ormanowski, J. Klimek, me. Alay^-2*-krTune 19-met with Clem Valletta,Kings,planned Heritage Stud. Prog. June 50- met witn Clem V. & camera-filmed Nanticoke priest,principal, e < July 7-Met with 5 KF Summer Students to Poland -6 wk. program * July 26- 11A.M.Pol.Rm.-Ethnic Heritage Stud. Inst.- Bertha ,Vicki N., and I lectured; Melania hosted luncheon. July 25- Pocono Playhouse- "Boyfrmend"& Village Squire- Mildred,Ch. Aug. 20- Pocono Playnouse-;,You Never Know"&Mo-nom-0-nack- Mildred,Ch. Aug. 25- Garden Party at Ann Urbanski's, Harveys Lake Sept.6- Chorus Rehearsals began at Bertha's; Sept.9-Bd. Meeting Oct.4- Victor Greene's Evaluation of ethnic Course - at Kingb-Bertha&I Oct. 5- Bishop Hoban students tour Polish Rm.- Bertha & I-GregZionkowsfci I f r Qct.ll- Hist.Soc. Trip to Tarry town, N.Y.-SleepyHollowy Van Cortland, etc. c^^’Oct.15-25th Anniv. Dinner Meeting-Irem T.C.C.Awards to founders, directors,&offmcers; Chorus sang special selectionsjRm.Brochures. Oct.25 - Bus -Scranton-CYC-Bobby Vinton -mildred,Ch. Oct. 27- Pol.ikm.received Certif. of Official endorsement -Luz.Co.Bic.Com 525 check for Marie Kocyan Scholarship from Carolyn Leyko in memory of Zosia Hellersperk Michalski Bd. sent flowers to Bd. member Vicki Pork,hospitalized. u __ Checks for >200 each from Olivia <2 me for last two chairs in Rm i.ov.ll - Stan Cuba,KF asst.,arrived at IP.E.-presented award to Mrs. Dudeck for photo entry of her needlework in Feb.;I rec'd 525 & K presented it to Rm;Bd. members feted Stan at Sterling dinner. o:50 P.K.^r. Konernik,Ch. of Christmas Display at Courthouse, i -tructed members in inakipg ^ree decoration , . '.Idhrary. At 8P.M.Lecture By S.Cuoa on PULaSKI, Father of Am.Cavalry.His banners made by the Moravian nuns, first to have symbol US. f .v.xh .Longfellow wro^e a ooem Pula ski' s Banner its Consecration J Refreshments followed-allace.ch. Nov.50- Flea Market at Y btacia ^ed^dck,ch. ,Vicki Schwartz & me. /A LL Centre Mantle Left of Mantle Right of Mantle Left and Right of Right Bookcase On Left of Right Bookcase ��I'Hb'. GILBERT NL o£ -';.o tollo ilkoo ColLog '/50 to 'ola vaniny. phowine lief •orvicoa t i.Of C,LuZ01 K.return LougnllnJ. D.i 3 od j; ’90Q p Lc.'t -Lara ylo jo vic* ,iicirvay's Lako* renaaod Krakow ..odil <Jr.Lose _____ 9 otors, -.'ilKOo-Jarro legant display of articles owned by Lelonia tiellorspork - g.s. tast-£uz.O. Jchool^tudeuto,.r.o through college or iol—Ak who has contributed to the American Ja t) Curie, Ko pern il:, Jamestown, Pulao ----- -_t Loot,- 20 ewards Folk Festival Bo6th-“Iolish Artists and ialnt □ and prluts»5 watercolors by Loe Peters 5 Gkatchinp; by Dorsey an and dosonary Luksha.Coa*-’.elania xI.,Julo J. ,B.--agoda ,?<ari jn.^ilen Loughlin eating at Hotel sterling ;:\ary fi-oons died □ang at ?AC1 n Jigilia; Dec.5-31 Holy Trinity Oath.'. Pol. ?jk. Uhristsss Party, 12th at dt» otana Led.Cantor Slowarl4th at Pi Beta Goutna Lucylo Davis,Ch.;Gold balloonsjcaleorated w jearved pistes to Pres. Capin & John Cbyelek th5 college noon at ho OV ov The late A vho prece f the Boa ved his 1 jrebears I i 1795. H ivisor oi nong th* adershij his life Ir. Will such.| 1281 Feb. 8-Westmoreland Club Dinner Mtg Reading by Jnle noroski-’Tapestries from the Polish Pavilion’, 1938 NY World’s £air Exhibit, now at Le Moyne College NY. Mar. 8-Four scholarships awarded at 15500.00 each. Apr.12-Talk given by Pres. H. Ruchin on ’Australia’j Apr.2L-Card Party, Christine Wydick, Ch. May 10-Nuangola Inn Dinner Mtg., J. Znaniecki presented Slides of Poland PolishCrafts Display by H. Loughlin, M. Weiss,;C. Kovalich and J Znaniecki. July 31-Garden Party at J. Noroski - 8110 Profit. Aug. 6-Pocono Playhouse, "Tey’re Playing Our Song”. Sept. -wyo. Vail. Ctry. Club Dinner Mtg., Reading by J. Noroski on 300th Ann of Sobieski;s Victory at Vienna in 1683"» Oct.11-’’Polish Day at Boscov’s. Two-case display by H. Rushin including china silver, crystal, wooden articles, dills, nutria fur jacket and Polish paintings. SoO.OO Profit. Assisting were M. Benedykcinski, M. Kocyan, J. Znaniecki, H. Reese, Z. Horbacezewski. Wycinanki demonstration by H Z. Grebski. Cct.20-2L-Zighth Folk Fest, at Kingston Armory. Theme "Folk Dances". Eight reproductions of Z. Stryjenska’s raintings of Poland’s Regional Dances SFs^tdW^3 covered tables display. Profit $400.00/ Nov. 8-The Station Dinner Mtg. Wilkes Coll. Woodwind Ensemble performed Carved wooden boxes from Poland were presented to each Four scholarship recipl ents were: Mary Ann Figler, Larksville;Kay Kon, Larksville;Lorraine ungvarski, wilkes-Barre;Marionetta Perloski Hazleton. Dec.2,5,4-Luz. Cty. Courthouse Holiday Fair. Tree donated by jr. Rushin, set up and trimmed by J. Znaniecki, M. Haydock, a. Conser, and Mary Bunsick. Taken down by k. and D. Kon, J. Z, and J. DeMira, and M. Kocyan. Dec. 5-Genetti‘s castlcFondo Christinas Party. Kolendy by chorus. Reading by J Centre Mantle ft of Mantle On Left of Kight �THE GILBERT A portion of P* area and adjacent 1 tints, lithogr many of whicl College. FIREPLACE WAIX Moroski on "A Polish Christmas". . Dec. - Chorus Programs included: Pol. Amer, congress, St. b an • •» Little Flower Manor, and Pi Beta Gamma. rh Nancv Dec.JO-h.F. Ball. H. Loughlin, uh.Scholarship proceeds U1500.00. Lo-Ch. Nancy Kelley, Honored guests Dr. and Hrs. A. Juszczak. flower p Mrs. J. Grosek on 90th Birthday. Centre Mantlr Left and Right of Right Bookcase Lithoft Engrav On Left of R‘gt l Bookcase The late A vho prece* f the Boa ved his 1 irebears f l 1795. F ivisor of nong th; adershif his lift Ir. Wih such.| r_eat Ime prints United r n>a �Noroski on "A Polish Christmas”. Dec. - Chorus Programs included: Pol. Amer, congress, St. Stan’s wed. Ctr., Little Flower Manor, and Pi Beta Gamma. Dec. .JO-K.F. Ball. h. Loughlin, Ch.Scholarship proceeds 500.00. uo-Ch. Nancy Kelley. Honored guests Dr. and Mrs. A. Juszczak. Flowers presented to Mrs. J. Grosek on 90th Birthday. �TH I'. htho&r Noroski on ”A Polish Christman" ( Dec. - Chorus Programs included: Pol. Amer. Congress, St. Stan s Me Little Flower Manor, and Pi Beta Gamma. r, Manrv Dec.30-K.F. Ball. h. Loughlin, ch.Scholarship proceeds &1500.00. co-Ch. Nan y Kelley. Honored guests Dr. and Mrs. A. Juszczak. Mowers presen Mrs. J. crosek on 90th Birthday Right Left and EUght ol Right Bookcase Bookcase The late A vho prece1 f the Boa ved his 1; . ’rehears! I 1795. P y ivisor of < | nong th! adershij his life Ir. Wih such. I nts xited rma �11 fjc> r) rx-s S Noroski on "A Polish Christman". Doc. - Chorus Programs included: Pol. Amer, congress, St, Stan's Med. Ctr., Little Elower Manor, and Pi Beta Gamma. Dec.30-K.F. Ball. H. Loughlin, ch.Scholarship proceeds ^1500.00. Go-Ch. Nancy Kelley. Honored guests Dr. and Mrs. A. Juszczak. Elowers presented to Hrs. J. Grosek on 90th Birthday. �128Q Ann Urbanski,new president, installed. —Honored the upstages in Iran witn a colorful window display in the window of Fowler, Jick,nnd /alker' s Store.-Dr.Kopernik, Ch. 6—tiosbod a doc apt ion for tne N« 3* Pa. Jymohony under .Michalak and guc-s 9 following tne Feb.performance. t^ril- aprinr Card Farty ~.:9-X~ “ >Oth Annfry. Celebration,Dinner Party -honored J.<unaniecki ,past Pres. “• ’ ■ tin welcomed guests-Ann in hospital. Melania H.main speaker. Coffee &. tea service received by 3‘uie. - Contributed the story of the Galley Polos and their Holiday Recipes to tne list. Joe.1s Cookbook. - Loaned o items to riist.aoc. for their exhibit1"jo Seek a Lew Life1: The xnmigraiitsiM in Luz.Co.-1870-1920.- and tne Folk Art Lxhibit"Lade with love". 5300 to W.C. Bldg. Fund June - Ann resigned as Pres. - \ - Jul” ■-.c-'-orioni Art Gallery-Polish Cultural s<no: r.hop ?rrdk,-3... Dance Circle from iron -i»lt.,i . psrf.at C_ -i..G -olisa films:"Ashes &. Diamonds"; "knife in ./ater ’ - Chopin Concert- Lisa -tobak Au.,. -su-iner Linden Party at Loretta's;Hala presided Sept.-Theme of our Folk festival Booth at Kingston Armory:"Polish Composers & Folk -:usic"-Chopin,Paderewski,Noniuszko,Szymanowski;their portraits on back wall;a spinet,music stand,violin,records,song books,music sneets. On small tables:samovar,wine sets,crystal vases,dolls,etc. Kawiarnia-nolish food; On Sun. Chorus sang Polish Folk oongs. Sent.- Slides & display of Jule's 3rd Visit to Upland. $200 to Shrine,Czest Oct. - Slides of Conn.’s Activities from 1950 to 19o0 ;2 Scholarships to W* noy. - Leetby Julian Aulski,author_of "Dying We Live" at CPAjHeception. Dec. - Our -olisn Chrz.s~as tree at 6th consecutive Holiday J'air at Court­ house. On ~un., J—onus sangKbledy. l$200 to Poland-medicine & food - KF Ball-Loretta ilski,Ch.;proceeds->»1600.Pres .Capin. presented Comm. with a plaque in recognition of our cultural*! ed.programs and ser­ vices to tne College and Community the past 30 yrs.$200-?ope's Guest 1931 ’■ House, Italy April 5- Card Party 3 screens,9-projectors-!,000 yrs.of culture & histo 1 • !>- "The Poldrsh Phhe=iix:I• presented at CPA-afternoon performance,J.6.Un Lay 1-3- Cherry Blosser .estival: loaned Hist.Soc. bridal portraits x albums for ~neir "Sometning-Old,Sometning New\exhibition, also an old crocheted wedding doily. Nay 14- 17---*rts Fiesta;guided tours of Polish Boom i.ay 3 - Chorus sang Jun. . ass at Vets.Hosp. " 17- Chorus sang Polish Folk Songs at St.Stans Led. Center Aug.>2- Garden Party ar -addock's,Harvey's Lake;Laria Benedycinski,Ch. Oct.22-25- ‘Phene of cur Folk Festival Booth at Kingston Armory:"Arts 1 Craf of the Tatras":Background-diorama of 3 mt.peaks by Rosemary Luksha, Noon with Twardowski and“stars on right side;standup figure of Janosik; left wall—display of large,carved platesTand canes(ciupagas). Jov. 5 -Polish Day at the Y”;Polish lunch planned by Loretta ^ilski followe by a slide-lecture and disnlay by Jule, including the oart played by tne T-.3-. ic II -J.vII. Dec.4,5,6-loliiay ;air an the Courthouse-Christmas tree| Chorus on Sun. Lee.Ip- Chorus sang ao the St.Stans Led.;and at Little Flower hursing Home Dec.lp-at Pi reua Gamma; Dec.20— at Vets Hospital Dec. - K? Ball at Genetti's;Maria Benedycinski,Ch., 51300; Dr. Juszczak att Taken down by K. and D. Kon, J. Z. and J. De^ira, and M. Kocyan. ,)a=. 5-CecS«i'3 uastleFondo Christnas Party. KoienUy by chorus. Reading by d. �THE GILBERT XL and taollc ;-??li.3f • OHtla irt'. ou?,nl in ooq ep c at ______ >ilXas caption; iToc-j-;-.is of .,-750 to iJola ort on ifioanixjc .• oda;.’.?OU profit for i of the paHiiutgf*, prints, lithogr diacent localities, many of whirl turn FIREPLACE WALI ---------- ........ M’ukow -^ddiQy r-illci-DK17-.( Jv*.^oac y -ay a: i,ogoav 1 n o&ore, .llkoG-zarro- v.-.cy olavaut display □ Larr^ arsa- of articles owns J by r elania uellorsperk J.-u. ,^vb/Coatoat-x,j2..J• .School~tu-i-snto,.■ r.o through college • Any xolo or . ol-A... duo aus contributed to the ^itericcn la -uif3l’(or event) Curio,..cptmi :,J.ul^ski,3tc . d-iei by i.J.Art Dept.- 20 awards ~~ /oik ..’-estival Bootn.-" j olish /irtiata and Taint lags: . 50 orig­ inals and prints,3 watercolors by Lea Peters;Sketching by Dorsey r.ocyan and Rosoaary ^uksna.Gom.-Dolaaia H.,Jula z.ji;>.-agoda,/ari Dinner Dieting at .total dterlinvp-.ary -^oono died ■ov.26—Ghorus san*. at PAu * s .fi-^ilia; uec*5~*at Holy Trinity Gath.^ ’•3C.- cca 3G rol» at.. Uhristaas -'arty, 12th at Zt. ctana hed»Uenter a 1= ilowarl4th at ri Beta Gamma -3C 11— Lucyla Davis,Ch.;Gold balloonsjcelaorated. 5»Gta Aouiv;plstss to Pres. Capin a John Chwalek and a pkrue to rhe college eov.- 1983 Feb. 8-Westmoreland Club Dinner Mtg., Reading by Jnle noroski-’Tapestries the Polish Pavilion', 1938 NY World's £air Exhibit, now at Le Moyne College ny. Mar. 8-Four scholarships awarded at I55OO.OO each. Apr.12-Talk given by Pres. H. Ruchin on ’Australia'} Apr.24-Card Party, Christine Wydick, Ch* May 10-Nuangola Inn Dinner Mtg., J. Znaniecki presented Slides of Poland PoLrshCrafts Display by H. Loughlin, M. Weiss,;C. Kovalich and J. July 31 -Garden Party at J. Noroski - $110 Profit. Aug. 6-Pocono Playhouse, "Tey're Playing Our Song” Sept. -wyo. Vail. Ctry. Club Dinner Mtg., Reading by J. Noroski on 300th Ann of Sobieski;s Victory at Vienna in 1683"* Oct. 11-’'Polish Day at Boscov's. Two-case display by H. Rushin including china silver, crystal, wooden articles, dills, nutria fur jacket and Polish ra-= ^t-1 ngs- $50.00 Profit. Assisting were M. Benedykcinski, M. Kocyan, •J. Znaniecki, H. Reese, Z. Horbacezewski. Wycinanki demonstration by H The late A vho prece f the Boa ved his L irebears : , i 1795. h ivisor oi nong th.* adershij his life ir. Wil' such. Oct.20-2__Eighth Folk Fest, at Kingston Armory. Theme ’’Folk Dances”. Light reproductions of Z. Stryjenska's paintings of Poland’s Regional Dances 35? 8Sl’8Sai5Sdditfi§8Tfi§Ho?anS“mB^c£8)MlSS cove-ed tables display. Profit $400.00/ Nov. 8-‘~r- Station Dinner Mtg. Wilkes Coll. Woodwind Ensemble performed* Carved r-°-en b3xes from Poland were presented to each. Four scholarship recipi e: Mary Ann Figler, Larksville;Kay Kon, Larksville;Lorraine i, .vilkes-B3rre; Marionetta Perloski, Hazleton. Dec.2,J Cty, Courthouse Holiday Fair. Tree donated by Dr. Rushin, set rimmed by j. Znaniecki, M. Haydock, A. Conser, and Mary Bunsick wn by k. and D. Kon, J. Z. and j. DeMira, and M. Kocyan. 5-Genetti's CastleFondo Christinas Party. Kolendy by chorus. Reading by J Dec Left and Rig Right Bookcase On Left of Right Bookcase �-> - .7.0oilsa aoo.l Activities 1962 Apr of too Pol ioh x-noenix at the CPA,wilks8 Uolleg a; tornoon -md o venln- -phowin^ reception; Proceeds of ’>750 "to Pola via catholic Hell^f orvtces ^pr.15 J hulas it ..of Jjuuotiu,; report on I'hoaaixjHala R.return Z~Gh.. : »l.ou-<nlin& B.io ,oda; J900 profit for J.C, Scholars Jul-/ 25 u«r at Lucyla Davie ’ ,liarvey1 s J-ake «..uc tlou- pure no s»od drukow •;> adding Kilim- >22 5-Q Jr♦uosc » •.ct ___________ X at Uoscov* 9 ctors, .LUos-Barro- very elegant display ia lar^e area- of articles owned by i-elsnia uellorapork £ J.<6. oct. 1“~ ossay CoQtost-^Uo.C. Jchool^Undents,<r.b through college -.heBa: 'Any Polo or lol-Am who nas contributed to the American Ja f ^ifou(or event) Curie,uopernikjJaueatown,Pulaski,etc. ud-xed oy w.J.Art Doot,- 20 awards Get **— Polk festival 3ooth-"Poliah Artiota and Paintings: 50 orig— nsls and prints,5 watercolors by Loe Peters;sketching by Dorsey □cyan and doseaary Luksha •Coau-.delania d.,Jula 4.,B»Pagoda,Hari ocyan,Halen Loughlin Nov.- Dinner meeting at hotel sterling;?ary Koons died Nov*28—Chorus sang st PAG*s Jigilia; Dvc.p-at Holy Trinity Oath.1., Dec.-• bin at Pol. Ac. Christmas Party, 12th at dt. btans hied.Center, 2a at Little :Tlowarl4th at P± Beta Gamma Dec. 26- kKJ Ball— Lucyle Davis,Qh»;Gold balloonsjceleoratad J.C.J-s 50th Annivjoarved. plates to Pres. Capin & John Chwalek and a pincue to the collate The late A vho piece) f the Boa ved his 1 arebears I 11795. H ivisor o| nong th; idershij his life Ir. Wil such.| 19J2 Feb. 8-Westmareland Club Dinner Mtg., Reading by Jule noroski-’Tapestries from the Polish Pavilion’, 1938 NY World’s £air Exhibit, now at Le Moyne College NY. Mar. 8-Four scholarships awarded at $500.00 each. Apr.12-Talk given by Pres. H. Ruchin on ’Australia’; Apr.24-Card Party, Christine Wydick, Ch. May 10-Nuangola Inn Dinaer Mtg., J. Znaniecki presented Elides of Poland, PolishCrafts Display by H. Loughlin, M. Weiss,;C. Kovalich and J. Znaniecki. July 31-Garden Party at J. Noroski - $110 Profit. Aug. 6-Pocono Playhouse, "Tey’re Playing Our Song”. Sept. -wyo. Vail. Ctry. Club Dinner Mtg., Reading by J. Noroski on 300th Ann. of Sobieski;s Victory at Vienna in 1683". Oct.11-’’Polish lay at Boscov’s. Two-case display by H. Rushin including china, silver, crystal, wooden articles, dills, nutria fur jacket and Polish paintings. SoO.OO Profit. Assisting were M. Benedykcinski, M. Kocyan, j. Znaniecki, H. Reese, Z. Horbacezewski. Wycinanki demonstration by H. Z. Grebski. Cct.20-2u-£ighch Folk Fest, at Kingston Armory. Theme "Folk Dances”. Eight reproductions of z. Stryjenska’s paintings of Poland’s Regional Dances. 5-1 3Hr5§Hiddgtff?l ^s?e^ggaKfB^!?”BiAc£8grd^?S covered tables display. Profit $400.00/ Nov. 8-fbe Station Dinner Mtg. Wilkes Coll, woodwind Ensemble performed. Carved woosen boxes from Poland were presented to each. Four scholarship recipi ents were: Mary Ann Figler, Larksville;Hay Kon, Larksville;Lorraine iingvarski, wilkes-Barre;Marionetta Perloski, Hazleton. Dec.2,3,4-lnz. Sty. Courthouse Holiday Fair. Tree donated by Dr. Rushin, set up and trimmed by j, Znaniecki, M. Haydock, a. Conser, and Mary Bunsick. Taken down by k. and D. Kon,» J. Z.. and j, J DeMira, and M. Kocyan. Dec. 5-Genetti’s UastleFondo Christmas Party. Kolendy by Chorus. Reading by d. �THE GILBERT McCLINTOCK COLLECTION A portion of the paintings, prints, lithographs, etc. concerned with the area and adjacent localities, many of which are hung elsewhere in Wilkes College. FIREPLACE WALL Centre Mantle Left of Mantle The Susquehanna Valley Edmund D. Lewis - 1872 1. Machine for Portage over Rapids Henry Gaugain 2, Still Hunting on the Susquehanna George Catlin Painting Currier and Ives Lithograph (Rare Print) Page 2 OIL PAINTINGS Right of Mantle 1. 2, Landscape View of the Susquehanna and Wyoming Valley from Nanticoke E. A. Christie, Artist - 1870 Nazareth, Pennsylvania Boarding School for Young Gentlemen Original lithograph by Gustave Grunewald. (Mr. McClintock's great grandfather graduated from here in 1894 or 1895) /iew of Wilkes-Barre \merican Primitive - Artist Unknown Earliest View of Mauch Chunk George Lehman - 1829 One of a set of aquatints. Sarly View of Wilkes-Barre American Primitive - Artist Unknown The Toll House on Dallas Turnpike in liuzerne Narrows pirca 1875 - Artist Unknown MISCELLANEOUS COLLECTION Left and Right of Right Bookcase 1. Mother and Child La Farge 2a. Turkey Hill on the Susquehanna View of Bethlehem One of Butler's Principal Settlements. Lithograph printed in London. Bridges Whistler, b. View of the Susquehanna Lithographs by E. Van Bion Engraved by I. Hill. On Left of Right Bookcase Etching. Delaware Water Gap and Colonial Glass Works Colored Etching Forest on the Lehigh Bodmer. One of his few Eastern prints made when he came to the United States in 1832 from Germany. William Penn's Treaty with the Indians, Philadelphia, Province of Pennsylvania Engraving by John Hall Published in London 1775 ■•r 5. Advertisement - Philadelphia, April 12th, 1790. Printed by Charles Cist of Philadelphia b. Tobyhanna Forest Scene, Allegheny Mountains Bodmer. One of his few Eastern prints made when he came to the United States in 1832 with a royal Patron. 7. Nazareth �A portion of the paintings, prints, lithographs, etc. concerned with the area and adjacent localities, many of which are hung elsewhere in Wilkes College. FIREPLACE WALL Centre Mantle Left of Mantle The Susquehanna Valley Edmund D. Lewis - 1872 1. Machine for Portage over Rapids Henry Gaugain 2. Still Hunting on the Susquehanna George Catlin Painting Currier and Ives Lithograph (Rare Print) Page 2 OIL PAINTINGS Right of Mantle 1. 2. Landscape View of the Susquehanna and Wyoming Valley from Nanticoke E. A. Christie, Artist - 1870 Nazareth, Pennsylvania Boarding School for Young Gentlemen Original lithograph by Gustave Grunewald. (Mr. McClintock's great grandfather graduated from here in 1894 or 1895) /iew of Wilkes-Barre American Primitive - Artist Unknown Earliest View of Mauch Chunk George Lehman - 1829 One of a set of aquatints. Sarly View of Wilkes-Barre American Primitive - Artist Unknown Che Toll House on Dallas Turnpike in laizerne Narrows Jirca 1875 - Artist Unknown MISCELLANEOUS COLLECTION Left and Right of Right Bookcase 1. Mother and Child La Farge 2a. Turkey Hill on the Susquehanna b. On Left of Right Bookcase View of Bethlehem One of Butler's Principal Settlements. Lithograph printed in London. Bridges Whistler. View of the Susquehanna Lithographs by E. Van Bion Engraved by I. Hill. Etching. Delaware Water Gap and Colonial Glass Works Colored Etching Forest on the Lehigh Bodmer. One of his few Eastern prints made when he came to the United States in 1832 from Germany. William Penn's Treaty with the Indians, Philadelphia, Province of Pennsylvania Engraving by John Hall Published in London 1775 5. Advertisement - Philadelphia, April 12th, 1790. Printed by Charles Cist of Philadelphia 6. Tobyhanna Forest Scene, Allegheny Mountains Bodmer. One of his few Eastern prints made when he came to the United States in 1832 with a royal Patron. 7. Nazareth Lithograph by Neuhauser, 1830 I ■■■ �Page 2 OIL PAINTINGS Landscape View of the Susquehanna and Wyoming Valley from Nanticoke E. A. Christie, Artist - 1870 View of Wilkes-Barre American Primitive - Artist Unknown The Toll House on Dallas Turnpike in Luzerne Narrows Circa 1875 - Artist Unknown Early View of Wilkes-Barre American Primitive - Artist Unknown MISCELLANEOUS COLLECTION 1. View of Bethlehem One of Butler's Principal Settlements. Lithograph printed in London. 2. Bridges Whistler, Etching. 3, Delaware Water Gap and Colonial Glass Works Colored Etching 4. William Penn's Treaty with the Indians, Philadelphia, Province of Pennsylvania Engraving by John Hall Published in London 1775 5. Advertisement - Philadelphia, April 12th, 1790. Printed by Charles Cist of Philadelphia Tobyhanna Forest Scene, Allegheny Mountains Bodmier. One of his few Eastern prints made when he came to the United States in 1832 with a royal Patron. �MARTS ALCOVE Wyomin The furniture, made by Stefan Hellersperk of Dallas township, is based on designs which were inspired by the splendid carvings of the Zakopane area in Poland, ~ Wilkes Corneil 11 Date Dues Pai^ k POLISH ROOM A portion of the third floor between the Polish and McClintock Rooms has been dedicated to Dr. Arnaud C. Marts whose great faith and trust in young people are unending. His deep concern for the development of Wyoming Valley and its people has been one of everlasting devotion. His recognition for the need of higher education in the depressed coal regions led to the establishment of Bucknell Junior College in 1933. Throughout his years in the presidency of Bucknell University he encouraged every effort to strengthen the young Junior College from which Wilkes emerged. Dr. Marts' staunch financial and moral support of Wilkes College is deeply appreciated. This Room is dedicated to the memory of settlers from Poland who since 185& have made their homes in Wyoming Valley By their efforts they contributed to the development of its major industries mining and farming By their sense of fair play they encouraged the principle of collective bargaining Through their homes, schools, and churches they have proclaimed their faith and love of country This plaque is erected by their descendants so that their sons and daughters, together with the sons and daughters of those from other lands may take courage from their lives and deeds, and forever be reminded in these halls of Wilkes College that opportunity, wisdom, and justice are for all Americans Presented by ■Women's Committee for the Polish Room at Wilkes College Room designed by Stefan Mrozewskl Furniture Made and Carved by Stefan H. Hellersperk �ena oi anomer reading room-a. ; place which brings—Polish. hisand culture to life. f ~Many years in the making, Stefan Hellersperk's meticu­ lously carved and^ crafted fur­ niture had at last found a fitting home and a suitable setting. • The tremendously heavy 1 pieces were intended from the 3 beginning to grace such a room. I They would dwarf anything sless spacious than the new li­ brary. c Stefan started work on them 1 years ago. ■- It was a labor of love as well tor oi wiixes college t heatre. Charles B. Waller, chairman of the Board of Trustees pre­ sided. Miss Annette Evans, chair­ man of the Library Committee and a member of the Board of Trustees, spoke briefly, taking off her academic cap with a “I am permitted to do this,” and smoothing back her hair. Paul A. Wender, president of Student Government, not yet entitled to wear a hood, but in academic garb, spoke with sin­ cerity, and drew spontaneous applause from the audience. somewhere, and the less of it there is within, the more there must be without.” Dr. Seymour received an hon­ orary degree, Doctor of Hu­ mane Letters; Mr. Fred M. Hechinger, speaker at the Board of Trustees dinner pro­ gram, the degree of Humane Letters. Dr. Farley, hooded by Dr. Charles Reif and Dr. Hugo Mailey, both long-time mem­ bers of the Wilkes faculty, re­ ceived the degree of Doctor of Science. The passing of the keys to the library was reminiscent of a best man’s fumbling with the wedding ring, searching through pocket after pocket. Dr. Farley found in his grasp the keys to Carl Hedden’s home. Taking part in this closing ceremony were James O. Lacy, Carl T. Hedden, and Charles B. Waller. Imperturbable as always, Dr. Farley handed back the house key, saying that even if he had held the Library key for one brief moment, he would have been obliged to surrender it to the librarian. The academic processioned formed again, and one of the most beautiful first of Novem­ bers on record was at an end. 1 I? P j; H 01 pire SuipBOj qip* p jo xoq b si aiaqi JI 11 iissop saqiop aq; in 3 -Xjoiuiai oSubjjs b jo ps oj uiaqj sqaduii louil < 3uuoqq3iau jo Apjes aq' AjajBS aqi JOJ Xjqiqisuoc ™ y -uiiidsB jo asop {bib. ion ouioipam aqi oi qunp sb ‘unSjoqs b pBOj pin? s as ■pt l West Dallas resident Stefan Hellersperk’s meticulously carved Polish Eagle now hangs in the newly dedicated Wilkes College library. �,, h4>v'. 7/V4-S- The- D«-lla=> toct ... .a different drummer By Hix OOM icated to of land 5&~ omes in ley ntributed to ijor industries aing iey encouraged e bargaining d churches they have faith f by their ^the^5 ro^Oand deeds, nde1^ ^at ;OJleSe‘e ,d )ustl Vari-colored hoods relieved the somberness of academic cap and gown as the Wilkes College faculty streamed into the gymnasium late Saturday afternoon for a formal convoca­ tion. . Guests had attended open' house in the new Wilkes Li­ brary, named for President Eugene Shedden Farley. They had visited the Eleanor Farley room, where Mrs. Far­ ley’s portrait by Nicholas Cortiglia, looks with eternal youth and ageless wisdom upon a world which she left some years ago. Her music is strewn on a small rosewood melodeon. Lit­ tle songbirds flit, from branch to branch on the exquisite wall­ paper which forms the back­ ground for her treasures. Here, Miss Annette Evans, who was later to take a part in the Convocation, was hostess. And here, special friends of Eleanor gathered. Outside the room, at the end of a long vista, hangs a por­ trait of Dr. Farley himself, con­ ceived at the height of his strength and youthful vigor. Across the hall is the room dedicated to Admiral Stark, with its specially designed rug, white navy stars against a background of navy blue, and his decorations displayed in a glass case. Admiral Stark’s portrait is here. Back through the long read­ ing room, the guests mounted the stairs and found at the far end of another reading room-a. place which brings: Polish his­ tory and culture. IQ-life. Many years in the making, Stefan Hellersperk’s meticu­ lously carved and crafted furniture hadat last found a fitting home and a suitable setting. 1 The tremendously heavy 1 pieces were intended from the beginning to grace such a room. (They would dwarf anything less spacious than the new li­ brary. Stefan started work on them years ago. It was a labor of love as well as a commission, for Mr. Hellersperk is a native of Poland, a prisoner during World War II. He and liis wife Melanie live in West Dallas. Here it was that Stefan fashioned his master­ pieces. i The DALI AS POST carried pictures of the first pieces, ex­ ecuted in traditional style, a table and a massive bench. The night before the new Wilkes Library opened, Stefan put the finishing touches to the Polish Eagle which hangs above the mantelpiece in the PoLsh Room. It is a gift from ius mother. downed faculty members were already crowding the side­ walks at the gymnasium far down Franklin Street, by the time visitors from the library arrived. Here were no unkempt stu­ dents bearing placards and screaming their disapproval of the world as it is. Students were there, but in orderly silence, as Clifford E. Balshaw, another Back Moun­ tain resident, played the open­ ing notes of the selection by George Frederic Handel, and the academic procession filed into the hall. Dignitaries of the college and of the community were heard. The University of Scranton lent its weight to the occasion as its president, the Very Rev. Aloysius C. Galvin, gave the invocation. The Wilkes College Madrigal Choir sang two selections. Eleanor Farley was present, in the reading of two of her poems by Alfred S. Groh, direc­ tor of Wiikes College Theatre. Charles B. Waller, chairman of the Board of Trustees pre­ sided. Miss Annette Evans, chair­ man of the Library Committee and a member of the Board of Trustees, spoke briefly, taking off her academic cap with a “I am permitted to do this,” and smoothing back her hair. Paul A. Wender, president of Student Government, not yet entitled to wear a hood, but in academic garb, spoke with sin­ cerity, and drew spontaneous applause from the audience. The main address was given by Dr. Thaddeus Seymour, Dean of Dartmouth College, whose services were obtained after much spade work on the part of another Dallas resident, Livingston Clewell, who handles public relations for Wj’^kas, and is himself a Dartmo ath grad­ uate. Dr. Seynour’s topi^ was “Of Peaceful Men and Violent Ideas.” He said tfcat he had first hand knowk-ige ’’•tuderd revolt, “picketed, ‘1 •' and marched or qi afying for several oak leaf clusters. “I think I understand the • style of the would-be revolu­ tionaries who have so successs’ fully exploited the generous r •. instincts of the academic com- 1 munity,” he continued. “I am sure it is no saprise that I am utterly intolerant of the violent and coercive tactics . with which young radicals have 'J' , disrupted campus after cam- . pus. But it may be a surprise that I sympathize very much with the causes which they pro­ claim. “We’re marching to a dif­ ferent drummer. Our steps take us to your new library, a sym­ bol of rational processes, and I find its doors open, not blocked by barricades.” He urged students not to lose their unique gift, impatience . . . but with an understanding of the possible. And not to lose their sense of humor. Edmund Burke said it 200 years ago: “Society cannot ex­ ist unless a controlling power upon will and appetite be placed somewhere, and the less of it there is within, the more there must be without.” Dr. Seymour received an hon­ orary degree, Doctor of Hu­ mane Letters; Mr. Fred M. Hechinger, speaker at the Board of Trustees dinner pro­ gram, the degree of Humane Letters. Dr. Farley, hooded by Dr. Charles Reif and Dr. Hugo Mailey, both long-time mem­ bers of the Wilkes faculty, re­ ceived the degree of Doctor of Science. The passing of the keys to the library was reminiscent of a best man’s fumbling with the wedding ring, searching through pocket after pocket. Dr. Farley found in his grasp . the keys to Carl Hedden’s home. Taking part in this closing ceremony were James 0. Lacy, Carl T. Hedden, and Charles B. Waller. Imperturbable as always, Dr. Farley handed back the house �Eleanor gathered. Outside the room, at the end of a long vista, hangs a por­ trait of Dr. Farley himself, con­ ceived at the height of his strength and youthful vigor. Across the hall is the room dedicated to Admiral Stark, with its specially designed rug, white navy stars against a background of navy blue, and his decorations displayed in a glass case. Admiral Stark’s portrait is here. Back through the long read­ ing room, the guests mounted the stairs and found at the far end of another reading room -a. place which brings. .Polish. his­ tory and culture to life. Many years in the making, Stefan Hellersperk’s meticu­ lously carved and crafted furniture had at last found a fitting home and a suitable setting. The tremendously heavy pieces were intended from the beginning to grace such a room. They would dwarf anything less spacious than the new li­ brary. Stefan started work on them years ago. It was a labor of love as well tain resident, played the open­ ing notes of the selection by George Frederic Handel, and the academic procession filed into the hall. Dignitaries of the college and of the community were heard. The University of Scranton lent its weight to the occasion as its president, the Very Rev. Aloysius C. Galvin, gave the invocation. The Wilkes College Madrigal Choir sang two selections. Eleanor Farley was present, in the reading of two of her poems by Alfred S. Groh, direc­ tor of Wilkes College Theatre. Charles B. Waller, chairman of the Board of Trustees pre­ sided. Miss Annette Evans, chair­ man of the Library Committee and a member of the Board of Trustees, spoke briefly, taking off her academic cap with a “I am permitted to do this,” and smoothing back her hair. Paul A. Wender, president of Student Government, not yet entitled to wear a hood, but in academic garb, spoke with sin­ cerity, and drew spontaneous applause from the audience. DOM rated to of land & lines in ley WHO U1C ... claim. “We’re marching to a dif­ ferent drummer. Our steps take us to your new library, a sym­ bol of rational processes, and I find its doors open, not blocked by barricades.” He urged students not to lose their unique gift, impatience . . . but with an understanding of the possible. And not to lose their sense of humor. Edmund Burke said it 200 years ago: “Society cannot ex­ ist unless a controlling power upon will and appetite be placed somewhere, and the less of it there is within, the more there must be without.” Dr. Seymour received an hon­ orary degree, Doctor of Hu­ mane Letters; Mr. Fred M. Hechinger, speaker at the Board of Trustees dinner pro­ gram, the degree of Humane Letters. Dr. Farley, hooded by Dr. Charles Reif and Dr. Hugo Mailey, both long-time mem­ bers of the Wilkes faculty, re­ ceived the degree of Doctor of Science. The passing of the keys to the library was reminiscent of a best man's fumbling with the wedding ring, searching through pocket after pocket. Dr. Farley found in his grasp the keys to Carl Hedden’s home. Taking part in this closing ceremony were James 0. Lacy, Carl T. Hedden, and Charles B. Waller. Imperturbable as always, Dr. Farley handed back the house key, saying that even if he had held the Library key for one brief moment, he would have been obliged to surrender it to the librarian. The academic processional formed again, and one of the most beautiful first of Novem­ bers on record was at an end. ntributed to ijor industries ling ley encouraged e bargaining i churches they have faith fry their h/ther *itb re„ other r°„d deeds. jVes nded that iJ justice West Dallas resident Stefan Hellersperk s meticulously carved Polish Eagle now hangs in the newly dedicated Wilkes College library. ui �In 1935 Wilkes College had its beginning as Bucknell Jr. College, a 2 yr. curriculum. In 194-7 when it became Wilkes College, Dr. Farley invited community groups representing the cultures of different countries of the world to establish rooms similar to the International Rooms at the Univ, of Pittsburgh. Wilkes Commit Date Dues P; Fypi!i!7)$ '' gathedrai of Learning,Pittsburgh,Pa 19 International Rooms ’ Priceless features of this English Ha 1 ver< salvaged from the debris of the rouse of Commons after 1941 bombing. Polish- 16th century-The Golden Age of Polish architecture is the rich settingfCopernicus Scottish- The sturdiness and dignity of early zZ- c* Scottish architecture characterizes this classroom. �In 1933 Wilkes College had its beginning as Bucknell Jr. College, a 2 yr. curriculum. In 1947 when it became Wilkes College, Dr. Farley invited community groups representing the cultures of different countries of the world to establish rooms similar to the International Rooms at the Univ, of Pittsburgh. Wilke Date Dues Cathedral of Learning,Pi11sburgh,Pa 19 International Rooms B English- Priceless features of this English Hall were salvaged from the debris of the House of Commons after 1941 bombing. Polish- 16th century-The Golden Age of Polish architecture is the rich setting*Copernicus qJ-UDu • Scottish- The.sturdiness and dignity of early 7/. Ce Scottish architecture characterizes this classroom. �German—Selected walnut has been used with fine effect in the German Renaissance setting. ■irish- Modeled after a 16th century Irish . chape], this stone classroom heids a replica of the famous "Book of Kells". Norwegian - amber pine,painted wall panels which swing open,a slate fireplace. P ’ L2 K 7 2 Tench- elegance and dignity of the Empire period: talian- The serenity of a 15th century Tnsna i �I: . . nas Deen used with fine effect m the German Renaissance setting. Swedish- structural simplicity, dignity, and bright decorative effects. French- elegance and dignity of the Empire period: crystal chandeliers,Gobelin tapestry,gold leaf carvings. Irish- Modeled after a 16th century Irish chape ., this stone classroom he&ds a replica of the famous "Book of Kells". Norwegian - amber pine,painted wall panels which swing open,a slate fireplace. pdne±S Italian- The serenity of a 15th century Tuscan monastery is the mood of this classroom. �Wyomir j; 1 ' r 1' vh 1; M I ji i J Wilkes Co in ill It 1 ■ Date Dues Pa. Czechoslovak -Milk white walls and miraculous trees decorate this classroom. Lithuanian - Folk ornaments,linen covered walls,and a fresco of the "The Two Kings" give national character. aO!hX';j;< Romanian - A magnificent mosaic executed in Bucharest highlights this classroom. Russian- The original jeweled icon,Our Lady of Vladimir,hangs in this classroom. Hungarian- Folk motifs-painted on 70 ceilingjspanels, carved on door, chairs, and wall panels- decorate this classroom. - --- - �Greek - As Greek as the sunny porticos of Athens where Plato and Aristotle taught. Chinese -The benign spirit of Kung-Fu-Tze, China's great teacher Confucius,dominates. Syria-Lebanon- This jewel box of a room is an original interior, once the library in a palatial home in Damascus. American - This early New England kitchen­ living room is equipped with a secret loft. Valley American Poles-the only ones to take advantage of the offer A group of men,including Dr. Kocyan,Jos.Lester,John Stets,and others organized with Paul Selecky as Ch.(He later became Judge). In Sept.,194? courses in the Polish language,literature,history,and culture were started at W.C. by Dr. and hrs. Arthur Coleman. In 1950 a group of women,headed by Mrs. Kocyan,replaced the men and __ on their endeavor. carried In 1951 plans were started for the Polish Hoorn,acquiring one piece of furniture at a time. In 4 years the room assigned to the Com?>fv^v^verflowing;the extra pieces were housed in Catlin Hall. The acquisition of Parrish Bldg, (the former Glen Alden Bldg.) seemed the answer to the growing college, including a room for the Polish Hoorn Com. and its furniture. In 1968 our dreams were fulfilled with the dedication of the Farley Library ;the Polish Room is on the second floor. This room iisth its fur­ niture of Polish design is but a symbol of our cultural contributions to the community. We dedicate ourselves to bring our proud heritage to them by presenting the best of programs and books. It is a small beginning which must grow;we must keep pace with chang­ ing times and demands. In our v^ins runs the blood of a people who coped with the insecurity of their borders and learned spirit- �Greek - As Greek as the sunny porticos of Athens where Plato and Aristotle taught. Chinese -The benign spirit of Kung-Fu-Tze China‘s great teacher Confucius,dominates Syria-Lebanon- This jewel box of a room is an original interior, once the library in a palatial home in Damascus. American - This early New England kitchen­ living room is equipped with a secret loft. Valley American Poles-the only ones to take advantage of the offer A group of men,including Dr. Kocyan,Jos.Lester,John Stets,and others organized with Paul Selecky as Ch.(He later became Judge). In Sept.,1947 language,literature,history,and culture were started courses in the TPolish ' at W.C. by Dr. and Mrs. Arthur Coleman. In 1950 a group of women,headed by Mrs. Kocyan,replaced the men and carried on their endeavor. In 1951 plans were started for the Polish Room,acquiring one piece of ,§v<b'vSrfurniture at a time. In 4 years the room assigned to the Com^fv^§L ComOver ­ flowing; the extra pieces were housed in Catlin Hall.. The acquisition of Parrish Bldg, (the former Glen Alden Bldg.) seemed the answer to the growinj college, including a room for the Polish Room Com. and its furniture. In 1968 our dreams were fulfilled with the dedication of the Farley Library ;the Polish Room is on the second floor. This room with its fur­ niture of Polish design is but a symbol of our cultural contributions to the community. We dedicate ourselves to bring our proud heritage to them by presenting the best of programs and books. It is a small beginning which must grow;we must keep pace with chang­ ing times and demands. In our VSins runs the blood of a people who coped for many centuries with the insecurity of their borders and learned spiritually to face that type of an existence and survive. �— WILKES Wyom COLLEGE — THE BEACON Beacon Serving the College since 1944 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1955 WILKES COLLEGE, WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA WILKES NOW SLAVIC CENTER Wilkes Commit j Date Dues P. Recently a group of Polish wo­ men of Wyoming Valley donated more than 100 books to the Wilkes College Library. This group is es­ tablishing a Slavic center at Wilkes, and has already begun this center with conitribuftions to the Polish Room in Sturdevant Hall. This room contains books, articles of national embroidery, and other items pertaining to Slav­ ic culture. Volumes by Reymont and Sien­ kiewicz, two of Poland's greater-t poets, are to be found in this col­ lection, as well as such interesting studies of Polish life as: “Great Men and Women of Poland,” by Mizwa; Paul Super’s “Twenty Years with the Poles;” and “I saw Poland Betrayed,” iby Lane. The College is indeed grateful to the interested group which made this worthy contribution to the lib­ rary. Mickiewicz Books at Kirby The library is celebrating the Centennial of the Polish poet, Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855), by exhibit­ ing books by and about the poet. Under glass cover in the lobby are pictures of his hometwon and il­ lustrations of his most famous epic, “Pan Tadeusz”. Stefan and Irena Lrozew, Paris, France - 1951 PLANS STARTED In 1953 the late Stefan Mrozewski of California was engaged to design the room and furniture. a leading wood engraver, native country Capital assimulating strations for Francois rote* ime to America with family ited works has been ighout America since 1952. in the International works cover a wide range Is, Mozaics, Ceramics and His prints and other works and Foundations both in uninterrupted tradition g his creations in y. His prints are armth and color to the specially noteworthy. with primeral power in ing for design and , we find him a master The University of San Francisco presents THE,ART OF STEFAN MROZEWSKI November 12-December 10 1975 the possibilities of the as explored to the limit play a thorough understanding ■ �Wyom THE BEACON Beacon Serving the College since 1944 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1955 WILKES COLLEGE, WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA y/llkes Co men! t Date Dues P> WILKES NOW SLAVIC CENTER Recently a group of Polish ■wo­ men of Wyoming Valley donated more than 100 books to the Wilkes College Library. This group is es­ tablishing a Slavic center at Wilkes, and has already begun this center wiitih Contriiburtaons I to the Polish Room in, Sturdevant Hall. This room .contains books, articles of national etmbroidlery, and other items pertaining to Slav­ ic culture. Volumes by Reymont and Sien­ kiewicz, ifrwo of Poland’s greatest poets, are to be found in this col­ lection, as (well as such interesting studies of Polish life as: “Great Men and Women of Poland,” by Mizwa; Paul Super’s “Twenty Years -with rtihe Poles/’ and “I saw Poland Betrayed,” by Lane. • The College is indeed grateful to the interested group which made this worthy contribution to .the lib­ rary. Mickiewicz Books at Kirby The library is celebrating the Centennial of the Polish poet, Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855), by exhibit­ ing books by and about the poet. Under glass cover in the lobby are pictures of his hometwon and il­ lustrations of his most famous epic, “Pan Tadeusz”. Stefan and Irena Mrozewrski Paris, France - 1951 PLANS STARTED In 1953 the late Stefan Mrozewski of California, a leading wood engraver was engaged to design the room and furniture 1 native country Capital assimulating strations for Francois rote. rme to America with family '.ted works has been ighout America since 1952» >e in the International works cover a wide range ils, Mozaics, Ceramics and His prints and other works and Foundations both in uninterrupted tradition g his creations in y. His prints are armth and color to the specially noteworthy. with primeral power in ing for design and * we find him a master The University of San Francisco presents THE. ART OF STEFAN MROZEWSKI November 12-December 10 x975 nucnarest nigniign the possibilities of the as explored to the limit play a thorough understanding ' . . ‘*4 F*. * �Wyoi THE BEACON Beacon Serving the College since 1944 WILKES COLLEGE, WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA Wilke Date Dues WILKES NOW SLAVIC CENTER 1 Recently a group of Polish wo­ men of Wyoming Valley donated ■ more than 100 (books to the Wilkes College Library. This group is es­ tablishing a Slavic center at Wilkes, and has already begun this center with Contributions I to the Polish Room in. Sturdevant Hall. This room coni tains books, Lanfaioles of national embroidlery, “*faaitnimg_toSlav- Stefan Mrozewski was born in 1894 in Czestochowa, Poland He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw and Krakow, and late went to Pans where his art soon gained international recognition. Returning to Poland shortly before the outbreak of World War II, he spent the war years in his native country actively participating in the Polish underground movement. Mrozewski left Poland in 1945 and spent the next three years in France and Holland, emigrating to the United States in 1951. Acclaimed as one of the leading world graphic artists, Mrozewski won many distinctions at international exhibits, and received numerous na­ tional and international prizes. Besides illustrating books by Dante, Cervantes, Dostoyevsky, Rilke, Villon, Schvob, and others, Mrozewski’s subjects include religious themes, landscapes, and portraits. Among the well-known personages who sat for him were G. B. Shaw, G. K. Chesterton, Chamberlain and others. . The present exhibit of Mrozewski’s artistic achievements includes only 200 out of over 3,500 items. They include, however, several woo. cu s which the artist completed shortly before his death, an are, exhibited here for the first time. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1955 Mickiewicz Books at Kirby The library is celebrating the Centennial of the Polish poet, Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855), by exhibit­ ing books by and about the poet. Under glass cover in the lobby are pictures of his hometwon and il­ lustrations of his most famous epic, “Pan Tadeusz”. Stefan and Irena Mrozewski Paris, France - 1951 PLANS STARTED In 1953 the late Stefan Mrozewski of California, a leading wood engraver, was engaged to design the room and furniture. FAN MROZEWSKI Born in Czestochowa? Poland, 18947:30 P.M. Ope 8:00 p.m. Add Gained considerable recognition for his work in native country Vid Soci 1929» moved to Paris - spent 3 years in the Art Capital as simulating ideas and making studies for his series of illustrations for Francois Villon - he also produced 21 blocks for Don Quixote* 1932, established residence in Amsterdam. He came to America with family in 1952. Mrozewski’s one-man show of his collected works has been exhibited throughout Europe since 1929 and throughout America since 1952. Among many honors awarded him was the first prize in the International Woodcut Exhibition held in Warsaw in 193% His works oover a wide range and include Engravings, Paintings, Frescos, Murals, Mozaics, Ceramics and especially wood engravings in which he excells. His prints and other works are included in many collections of Art Museums and Foundations both in Europe and America* Poland more than any other country can claim an uninterrupted tradition in the art of Wood engraving* The Rare Book Room of the Gleason Library at The University of San Francisco will host another exhibit of Stefan Mrozewski’s graphic illustrations in February and March. That exhibit will feature his interpretation of books of Cervantes, Dante, Dostoyevsky, and others. For further information about this or any other Bicentennial Project at the University of San Francisco, please call The Public Information Office at 666-6276. Mrs. Irene Mrozewski 1^12 Sunset Walnut CreekLoop ,Calif. 94-595 There is a deep rooted native strength underlying his creations in composition displays, versatility and originality. His prints are characterized by a silvery quality which gives warmth and color to the subject. Treatment of texture and pattern are especially noteworthy. His combination of a sense of oriental splendor with primeral power in the Parsefal series accentuates Mrozewski’s feeling for design and decoration. In the prints as in the Don Quixote, we find him a master of narrative interpretation. Mrozewski’s prints are splendid illustrations of the possibilities of the wood engraving technique. He is an artist who has explored to the limit every turn and twiwt of the graver, each cut display a thorough understanding of the tools and their use. �Wyo THE BEACON Beacon Serving the College since 1944 VILKES COLLEGE, WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA like Date Dues WILKES NOW SLAVIC CENTER Recently a group of Polish wo­ men of Wyoming Valley donated ‘more .than 100 books to the Wilkes I College Library. This group is esI tablishing a Slavic center- at Wilkes, and has already begun 1 this center.' with Contributions I to the Polish Room in Sturdevant Hall. This room contains books, of national embroidery, ‘ ’ to Slav- THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1955 Mickiewicz Books at Kirby The library is celebrating the Centennial of the Polish poet, Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855), by exhibit­ ing books by and about the poet. Under' glass cover in the lobby are pictures of his hometwon and il­ lustrations of his most famous epic, “Pan Tadeusz”. PLANS STARTED In 1953 the late Stefan Mrozewski of California, a leading wood engraver, was engaged to design the room and furniture. “fan Mrozewski was born in i8oa in . u led at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw Ind Kmkowand to' . to ans where his art soon gained international recognition IT mg to Poland shortly before the outbreak of World War II, he t the war years in his native country actively participating in’the >h underground movement. Mrozewski left Poland in 1945 and t the next three years in France and Holland, emigrating to the ed States in 1951. claimed as one of the leading world graphic artists, Mrozewski won y distinctions at international exhibits, and received numerous na­ il and international prizes. isides illustrating books by Dante, Cervantes, Dostoyevsky, Rilke, m, Schvob, and others, Mrozewski’s subjects include religious Les, landscapes, and portraits. Among the well-known personages sat for him were G. B. Shaw, G. K. Chesterton, Chamberlain and Stefan , Paris, PROGRAM 12 NOVEMBER 1975 7:30 p.m. Opening: University Center, 3rd Floor 8:00 p.m. Address: William Mclnnes, S.J. President, University of San Francisco Video Presentation: Stefan Mrozewski’s artistic interpre­ tation of Dante’s “The Divine Comedy” Narrators: Stephanie Kern & David Welsh Social Hour □e present exhibit of Mrozewski’s artistic achievements includes only out of over 3,5oo items. They include, however, several woodcuts h the artist completed shortly before his death, and a , bited here for the first time. Rare Book Room of the Gleason Library at The University of San Francisco will another exhibit of Stefan Mrozewski’s graphic illustrations in February and 1 J hat exhibit will feature his interpretation of books of Cervantes, Dante, fyevsky, and others. For further information about this or any other Bicentennial 'fb'' University of San Francisco, please call The Public Information Office at i<rs. Irene Mrozewski 1312 ounset Loop walnut Creek,Calif • 9^595 Exhibit and Layout / Irena Mrozewska Transparencies / Adam & Maria Skoczowski Printing / The Oldstyle Press Keepsake / Joseph and Krysten Krajewski USF Bicentennial Steering Committee: Steven Cory / Richard Palomba Judith Wainwright / Rev. Andrew Woznicki �THE BEACON wye Beacon Serving the College since 1944 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1955 LKES COLLEGE, WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA ILKES NOW SLAVIC CENTER /Hike Date Dues i Recently a group of Polish wo■ m »n of Wyoming Valley donated | mire than 100 books to the Wilkes O liege Library. This group is esU blishing a Slavic center at V ilkes, and has already begun ' tl is center wiitih Contributions I to 11> e 'Polish Room in Sturdevant P all. This room eonrtiains books, national embroidlery, Slav- Mickiewicz Books at Kirby The library is celebrating the Centennial of the Polish poet, Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855), by exhibit­ ing books by and about the poet. Under glass cover in the lobby are pictures of his hometwon and il­ lustrations of his most famous epic, “Pan Tadeusz”. Stefan and Irena Paris, France - 1951 PLANS STARTED In 1953 the late Stefan Mrozewski of California, a leading wood engraver, was engaged to design the room and furniture. -■d at the A^demy’ofHne Arts in w2 C“St°*Owa- Polan<l- He FAN : raip rh:¥art - MROZEWSKI g to Poland shortly before the outbreak of World War II, he the war years in his native country actively participating in’the 1 underground movement. Mrozewski left Poland in 1945 and the next three years in France and Holland, emigrating to the d States in 1951. laimed as one of the leading world graphic artists, Mrozewski won distinctions at international exhibits, and received numerous na- and international prizes. ides illustrating books by Dante, Cervantes, Dostoyevsky, Rilke, Schvob, and others, Mrozewski’s subjects include religious s landscapes, and portraits. Among the well-known personages U for him were G. B. Shaw, G. K. Chesterton, Chamberlain an i present exhibit of Mrozewski’s artistic '“tX's UPof over 3,5OO items. They includey howe,,er - e before, the artist completed shortly beforehisdeath. ted here for the first time. >. Born in Czestochowa, Poland, 189^ 7:30 P.M. Opc Gained considerable recognition for his work in native country 8:oop.m. Add Vid 1929, moved to Paris - spent 3 years in the Art Capital as simulating ideas and making studies for his series of illustrations for Francois Villon - he also produced 21 blocks for Don Quixote# 1932, established residence in Amsterdam. He came to America with family in 1952. Mrozewski’s one-man show of his collected works has been exhibited throughout Europe since 1929 and throughout America since 1952. Soci Among many honors awarded him was the first prize in the International Woodcut Exhibition held in Warsaw in 1933* His works cover a wide range and include Engravings, Paintings, Frescos, Murals, Mozaics, Ceramics and especially wood engravings in which he excells. His prints and other works are included in many collections of Art Museums and Foundations both in Europe and America. Poland more than any other country can claim an uninterrupted tradition in the art of Wood engraving# Room of the Gleason Library at The University of San Francisco will ier exhibit of Stefan Mrozewski’s graphic illustrations in February and hat exhibit will feature his interpretation of books of Cervantes, Dante, k y, and others. For further information about this or any other Bicentennial the University of San Francisco, please call The Public Information Office at hrs. Irene Mrozewski walnut Greek, Calif • 9^-595 1512 ounset Loop There is a deep rooted native strength underlying his creations in composition displays, versatility and originality. His prints are characterized by a silvery tjuality which gives warmth and color to the subject. Treatment of texture and pattern are especially noteworthy. His combination of a sense of oriental splendor with primeral power in the Parsefal series accentuates Mrozewski’s feeling for design and decoration. In the prints as in the Don Quixote, we find him a master of narrative interpretation. Mrozewski’s prints are splendid illustrations of the possibilities of the wood engraving technique. He is an artist who has explored to the limit every turn and twiwt of the graver, each cut display a thorough understanding of the tools and their use. �S college A STCOWT weekly W WILKES COLLEGE, WILKES-B/ FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1961 Internationally Noted Artist Presents Wood Cut Exhibition by David Stout : Side Of S3-3 A painting on the reversefor $250• Mrozewski was purchased f —W nerica with family cs has been aerica since 1952* | II A display ol over 130 woodcuts by Stefan Mrozewski, one of 1 the world's leading wood block engravers, will last until next I Friday in the Polish Room of Parrish Hall. These prints have been loaned for display by the artist himself. Mrozewski has exhibited throughout Europe and America for more than 30 years and has won innumerable prizes and awards in over 15 countries. His works on display here cover a wide range of Polish lore and classical subjects. The majority are black and white, but there are several tinted works. Of them all, the artist's favorite is "Apocalipse." The furniture in the Polish Room^---------------------------- hsb was designed by Mrozewski and made by Stefan Hellersperk of Dal­ las, Pennsylvania. The exhibit is free and open to the students and the public from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Mrozewski was born in 1894 in Poland and was educated there. Moving to Paris in 1929, he spent three years at the French capital producing 21 blocks for the illus­ tration of “Don Quixote”. In 1952 he moved to America and only this year completed, for the “Divine Comedy”, 110 illustrations that he s started in 1928. | A critic has said: “Mrozewski’s S prints are splendid illustrations of 5 the possibilities of the wood enMay 5, 1953 graving technique. He is an artist Q who has explored to the limit every turn and twist of the graver, each n cut displays a thorough understanding of the tools and their use.” Joseph Kocyan 137 South Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania ' International •ver a wide range ics, Ceramics and nts and other works dations both in Dear Marie The wood cut that you had made for the library bookplate is delightful. Mrs. Vujica is hanging the original in the Library and she will of course insert the book plate in the books given to us by your group. opted tradition I cannot adequately express my gratitude for the gifts which you are making to the College and to the Library and for your constant help. ^tlons prints color Best wishes to you tera^ esi^3 hi® ‘ ROOM th® w President ----------------- - ---------- Mrozewski’s Ex Libris for our books was purchased by Dr. Mizwa ($100. for 1,000) ESF/bvh �student WEEKLY COLLEGE COLLEGE, WILKES-B; EBIDAY, NOVEMBERV1961 ^tionally Noted Artist 'Ik xif _ _i f« i ndcuts by Stefan Mrozewski, one of I engravers, will last until next I -h Hall. These prints have himself. >. k '"’’urope and America AX^ '^able prizes and ”V here cover ------ ' side of glasS -TZ on. the reverse 50A painting oh ^sei for America with family •ks has been jnerica since 1952. Mrs. Joseph Kocyan 137 South Franklin Streep Wilkes-Barre, Pennsyly? e International over a wide range ales, Ceramics and ints and other works ndations both in Dear Marie The wood cut tha book plate is delightful. 1 original in the Library ar book plate in the books gi-\ rupted tradition " nations m II I cannot adequately c. gifts which you are making to Library and for your constant 1. ^-1 td col°r y notewort^L Best -wishes to you ?*hiT^,naster Presider i Mrozewski’s Ex Libris for our books was purchased by Dr. Mizwa ($100. for 1,000) ESF/bvh �WILKES COLLEGE student WEEKLY WILKES COLLEGE, WILKES-B/ FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 19611 Internationally Noted Artist Presents Wood Cut Exhibition I by David Stout side of the Teve^sefor $250,urchased for yirozewsK-1- I A display of over 130 woodcuts by Stefan Mrozewski, one of I fee world's leading wood block engravers, will last until next Friday in the Polish Room of Parrish Hall. These prints have ' been loaned for display by the artist himself. Mrozewski has exhibited throughout Europe and America or more than 30 years and has won innumerable prizes and wards in over 15 countries. His works on display here cover ™ m r9nge Polish lore and classical subjects. The majority thPTr. x1and wliite, but there are several tinted works. Of The aFtisfs favorite is "Apocalipse." wasdlXed \v P°lish Roomf “-------------------------1 made by Stefan jL?t0Zewski and las, and open to ths <=«■ j^ibit 1S gla! free the public from 2 pm toTn ** “5 trom 7 p.m. until'9 p.m ® and Mrozewski was born in 1894 ;n Poland and was educaua T Moving to Paris in 1929, he spVnt three years at the French caStal . producing 21 blocks for the lus­ tration of “Don Quixote”. In 1952 he moved to America and only this year completed, for the “Divine Comedy”, 110 illustrations that he started in 1928. <S; A critic has said: “Mrozewski’s S prints are splendid illustrations of I the possibilities of the wood en-l graving technique. He is an artist May 5, 1953 3^2 who has explored to the limit every turn and twist of the graver, each Ofe cut displays a thorough understanding of the tools and their use.” bseph Kocyan 137 South Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Dear Marie rks The wood cut that you had made for the library book plate is delightful. Mrs. Vujica is hanging the original in the Library and she will of course insert the book plate in the books given to us by your group. I cannot adequately express my gratitude for the gifts which you are making to the College and to the Library and for your constant help. Best wishes to you FOR THE POUSOOOM ' ------- ------ - Mrozewski’s Ex Libris for our books was purchased by Dr. Mizwa ($100. for 1,000) President ESF/bvh �In 1955-1954 the first 9 chairs were custom made by Mathieu's of Phila. Plaques on the backs of them indicate the donors: Mrs. Joseph Lester, Irene Lester Stefanski, John Malinowski, Mrs.Emil Malinowski, Mary Makowski, Mrs. C.C. Groblewski,Jule Znaniecki, and Olivia Skuzinski. (Ave .-ii>180£each) Stefan Hellersperk of ballas completed the furniture. Using heavy bircn,3 thick, his first work was the 7 ft. bench,weighing 450 lbs. <5780. /7_£< xy aear Mrs Kocyan, Wilke COffiml I am enclosing bill for the eight atm chairs which we made for you, estimated @ J140.00 each. As the work progressed on the chairsll could see that we were going to lose money on the job. However, I did not tell this to our workmen, as I did not want them to slight the work in any way so no details were neglected,in order to make a perfect job. Now, at the final accounting it is much worse of a loss that I anticipated. The cost of each chair was #171.27. You see this makes us lose #250.GO on the entire jab. The design is unusual, the birch is so hard that all the handling by the cabinetmakers, carvers and the weight of each chair increased the time required beyond anything we had figured. In the hall outside the room are the fireside table -45500.- and 2 fireside chairs-S5OO. Bronze plaques on their backs identify the donors: Dr. and Mrs. Albert Cooper, and Dr. J.J. Kocyan. The large oval table with carvings 0187. /?5'7 z deep required 9 wks. to complete ¥2 Stefan made & donated the pedestal, on which rests Benda's "Mask of Jesus",donated by M.Kocyan in 1956. arie Locyan,founder &lst Pres, of the Polish On the table is a silver tea urn or samovar of Greek Room -1950-1970 design made in Warsaw in the early 1700's. A priceless antique, it is a gift of the Heymont Club. nazwa: >■ van runzurski-recznie wie(a)zan 7 lhe handsome bookcase was Stefan's next monumental wel, chlopskiej 100j y task,2^Mary Koons donated i$500 toward the cost-iUlOO. WyiniMr: 5.55 x 21? rn/726 a1/ <7ko n.WCa: Mrpr zAlr T.o-t-4-o. _ m a __ jI . �Plaques on the backs of them indicate the donors: Mrs. Joseph Lester, Irene Lester Stefanski, John Malinowski, Mrs.Emil Malinowski, Mar^ Makowski Mrs. C.C. Groblewski,Jule Znaniecki, and Olivia Skuzinski. (Ave.-#180aeach) Wy< Stefan Hellersperk of Dallas completed the furniture. Using heavy birch,3 thick, his first work was the 7 ft. bench,weighing 450 lbs. ^>780. \qjtf My dear Mrs Kocyan, Wilke Comnii I am enclosing bill for the eight atm chairs which we made for you, estimated 3 #140.00 each. As the work progressed on the chairsll could see that we were going to lose money on the job. However, I did not tell this to our workmen, as I did not want them to slight the work in any way so no details were neglected,in order to make a perfect job. Date Dues: Now, iat' the ‘ "_________ -final accounting it is much worse of a loss 4-u«4that I-r anticipated. • - t The cost of each chair was #171.27. You «« see this makes us lose #250.00 on the entire jab. The design is unusual, the birch is so all the handling by the cabinetmakers, hard car that carvers and the weight of each chair increased the required beyond anything we had figured —) time In the hall outside the room are the fireside table -#$00.- and 2 fireside chairs-#500. Bronze plaques on their backs identify the donors: Dr. and Mrs. Albert Cooper, and Dr. J.J. Kocyan. /yjfy' The large oval table with carvings #1187. /757 deep required 9 wks. to complete. ^7*2 '•'"••"I WjJ‘W Stefan made & donated the pedestal, on which rests Benda’s "Mask of Jesus",donated by M.Kocyan in 1956 arie ocyan,founder &lst Pres, of the Polish On the table is a silver tea urn or samovar of Greek design made in Warsaw in the early 1700's. A priceless Room -1950-1970 antique, it is a gift of the Reymont Club. iwzwa: uywan mazurski-recznie wie(a)zanv z The handsome bookcase was Stefan's next monumental t ask Mary Koons donated #500 toward the cost-#1100. welny chlopskiej 100# Wymiar: 5-35 x 217 m/726 m1/ Vykonawca: Mreczek Lette - N.A.Szmyt The Mazurski rug-100# wool-was made by Deslcwca: tpol zielnia P.L.i A."TKanina" Lette Mreczek- N.A.Szmyt, Poland 2 “ikeelajkach K/Mragowa 11 x 7 -cost ?1200 �- " o£30pn n e s x; e r 7 Irene Lester Stefanski, John Malinowski, Mrs.Emil Malinowski, Mary Makowski Mrs. C.C. Groblewski,Jule Znaniecki, and Olivia Skuzinski. (Ave.-$180£each) Stefan Hellersperk of Dallas completed the furniture. Using heavy birch,5" thick, his first work was the 7 ft. bench,weighing 450 lbs. $780. ■My ciear £rs~h.ocyan, I am enclosing bill for the eight atm chairs which we made for you, estimated @ $140.00 each. As the work progressed on the chairsil could see that we were going to lose money on the job. However, I did not tell this to our workmen, as I did not want them to slight the work in any way so no details were neglected,in order to make a perfect job. Wilk Date Dues Now, at the final accounting it is much worse of a loss that I anticipated. The cost of each chair was $171.27. You see this makes us lose $250.00 on the entire jab. The design is unusual, the birch is so hard that all the handling by the cabinetmakers, carvers and the weight of each chair increased the time required beyond anything we had figured. In the hall outside the room are the fireside table -$500.- and 2 fireside chairs-$500. Bronze plaques on their backs identify the donors: Dr. and Mrs. Albert Cooper, and Dr. J.J. Kocyan. infix' The large oval table with carvings #1187. /W7 deep required 9 wks. to complete Stefan made & donated the pedestal, on which rests Benda's "Mask of Jesus",donated by M.Kocyan in 1956. I Marie Kocyan,founder &lst Pres, of the Polish On the table is a silver tea urn or samovar of Greek Room -1950-1970 y 1700's a priceless design made in Warsaw in the early antique, it is a gift Qr>4--i«no -i-h e-ift of the Reymbnt Revmont Club. Club The handsome bookcase was Stefan's next monumental ivazwa: uywan mazurski-recznie wie(a)zanv z task^Mary Koons donated $500 toward the cost-$1100. welny chlopskiej 100# Wymiar: 3.55 x 217 m/726 mx/ Wykonawca: Mreczek Lette - N.A.Szmyt i The Mazurski rug-100# wool-was made by Deslawca: Spoldzielnia P.L.i A."TKanina" ' Lette Mreczek- N.A.Szmyt, Poland i w nikeelajkach K/Mragowa 11 x 7 -cost $1200 ....... Gena: 1 �In 1955-1954 the first 8 chairs were custom made by Mathieu’s of Phila. Plaques on the backs of them indicate the donors: Mrs. Joseph Lester, ki, Mrs.Emil Irene Lester Stefanski, John Malinowski, Mrs..Emil Malinowski, Mary Makowski Mo Mrs. C.C. Groblewski,Jule Znaniecki, ;and Olivia Skuzinski. (Ave.-$180£each) ' ;iik Stefan Hellersperk of Dallas completed the furniture. Using heavy birch,5" thick, his first work was the 7 ft. bench,weighing 450 lbs. $780. liiyaear Krs^nocyan, I am enclosing bill for the eight atm chairs which we made for you, estimated @ $140.00 each. As the work progressed on the chairsli could see that we were going to lose money on the job. However, I did not tell this to our workmen, as I did not want them to slight the work in any way so no details were neglected,in order to make a perfect job. Date Dues Now, 1at the final“ accounting it is much worse of a loss -1---- ’ that "* I ‘ anticipated. The cost of each chair was $171.27. You see this makes us lose $250.GO on the entire jab. The design is au so hard that _ is unusual, _ -----, ~the --- birch xa all the handling by the cabinetmakers, carvers and the weight of each chair increased the time required beyond anything we had figured. ■T -$$00.- and 2 fireside In the hall outside the room are the fireside table the donors: Dr. and chairs-$500. Bronze plaques on their backs identify Mrs. Albert Cooper, and Dr. J.J. Kocyan. The large oval table with carvings $1187. /757 deep required 9 wks. to complete ' ^^7^2 R ra P 6 o 5 7 • <£’ soszasq Stefan made & donated the pedestal, on which rests Benda's "Mask of Jesus",donated by M.Kocyan in 1956 larie Kocyan,founder &lst Pres, of the Polish On the table is a silver tea urn or samovar of Greek Room -1950-1970 design made in Warsaw in the early 1700's. A priceless antique, it is a gift of the Reymont Club. wazwa: Dywan mazurski-recznie wie(a)zany z ±ne handsome bookcase was Stefan’s next monumental t ask Mary Koons donated $500 toward the cost-$1100 welny chlopskiej 100$ Wymiar: 3.55 x 217 m/726 m2/ L------ —Wykonawca: MreczPk T.ettP - i\T ________ * �end At the far anotheras a commission, for Mr. Bel THE POLISH ROOM plica of a 12th c.eagle,th Lft of his mother The Polish Room on the second level brings to the library an authentic air of old Poland. A table, carved in pine, chairs to match and a bookcase, create the atmosphere of a peasant's living room. Made by Stefan Hellersperk, Dallas Township, the designs were inspired by the splendid carvings of the Zakopane area, Poland. The room honors the immigrants of Polish origin whose ethnic background has contributed so much to Wyoming Valley. Funds making the Polish Room possible were raised by the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee. Imported tapestries grace the walls; Polish motif lends reality to the beamed ceiling and a multi-colored rug focuses attention on the floor — a deep slate grey. Among art creations throughout the room is a 16th century map of Poland executed by Abraham Ortelius, royal geographer to King Phillip II of Spain. Two sets of wooden dolls in native attire rest on the fireplace mantle, above which hangs a carved wooden eagle, also a Hellersperk creation. iq won wth Street �l- d;-ld >d the lirsb 8 chairs were custom made by Mathieu’s of Phila Plaques on the backs of them indicate the donors: Mrs. Joseph Lester Irene Lester Stefanski, • — •----> ------ 1_4 Mrs. C.C. Groblewski,Ju] Stefan thick ?llorsperk of ■first work ARNAUD C. MARTS ALCOVE A portion of the third floor between the Polish and McClintock Rooms has been dedicated to Dr. Arnaud C. Marts whose great faith and trust in young people are unending. His deep concern for the development of Wyoming Valley and its people has been one of everlasting devotion. His recognition for the need of higher education in the depressed coal regions led to the establishment of Bucknell Junior College in 1933. Throughout his years in the presidency of Bucknell University he encouraged every effort to strengthen the young Junior College from which Wilkes emerged. ne nail outside the room ar; r s-H 500• Bronze p1aq u c on •' ira 11bort Ooopor, and Jr J. Ji Dr. Marts' staunch financial and moral support of Wilkes College is deeply appreciated. '’’he l.Lcr.e oval table with carv E o O o <8 £ V f ?de donated the pedestal ■Mask of Jesus",donated by is a silver tea urn ursouiuvoi On the ;.z••ole ';e : Warsaw in the early 1700 's. A priceless Aesirn —Revmont Club. ■ Room , bookcase was Stefan’s next monuments ,--------------- A 4-in a nriR-h-^HOO . �•_r Mr. Hr1'a com®*"”' ‘°r �PIa195^-1?54 the firs Plaques on the backs . n nSt?r Stefansk. Mrs. u.C. Groblewski,. Stefan Hellersperk of thick, nis first work Date Dl In the hall outside the room chairs-$500. Bronze plaques o Mrs. Albert Cooper, and hr. J The large oval table with car $118?. 1*12'I i Jtel'an made & donated the Pe£est ■jecia'n "Sask of Jesus",donated Were °USt0? “ade by Mthieu-S of Phila �At the far end another reading roanca. as a commission, for Mr. Helplace which brings Polish his­ lersperk. is a native of Poland, tory and culture to lifea prisoner during World War II. Many years in the making; He and his wife Melanie live in Stefan -Hellersperk’s meticu- West Dallas. Here it was that Stefan fashioned his master nitarg had at last found a fitting.. pieces. The DALLAS POST carried home and- a suitable setting. ■ •The .^.tremendously ;heavy pictures of the first pieces, ex­ pieces were intended from the ecuted in traditional style, a beginning to grace such a room., table and a massive bench. They .would dwarf anything., The night before the new less spacious than'the new li- Wilkes Library opened, Stefan put £inishinS touches to the Stefan started work on them Polish Eagle which hangs years'.ago./above the mantelpiece in the ■./It was a labor of love as'well / , Polish Room. It is a. gift from mother. -' AZ­ IRENA LORENTOWICZ Stefan's hand-carved replica of a 12th c.eagle,th symbol of Poland,is — -- • a gift of his mother. PAINTINGS DRAWINGS MARCH 22-25, 1956 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL ROSE ROOM 118 West 57th Street New York City �a conumo——, ... end ^-another reading roortea. as lersperk is a native of Poland, place which brings Polish his­ a prisoner during World War II. tory and culture to life . Z' Many years in the. makings He and his wife Melanie live in West Dallas. Here it was that Stefan .Hellersperk’s . meticu­ Stefan fashioned his masterlously carved and crafted fur­ ‘eces. niture foundsetting.-. a fitting.,- pieces. home had and-at a last suitable The DALLAS POST carried ** £ ■i.* .The.-.^tremendously?*; heavy.£• pictures of the first pieces, ex­ pieces. vjrere .intended from the : ecuted in traditional style, a beginning to grace such a room., table and a massive bench. They^jWwM.vdwarf^MythingZ; The night before the new less spacious'thmi'.the,:-mbw'li~7 Wilkes Library opened, Stefan put the finishing touches to the Stefan:started workon'them.52 Polish Eagle which hangs years^go^|^^^^^f^|^.B above the mantelpiece in the g/It was a labor of love.as’ wellPolish Room. It is a, gift from ' '■L^^his mother.." ’ ' _____ _ IRENA LORENTOWICZ is represented in the following museums: NATIONAL POLISH ART COLLECTION, Warsaw MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, Paris JEU DE PAUME, Paris ACADEMIE NATIONAL DE MUSIQUE ET DE DANSE, Paris ARCHIVES NATIONAL DE DANSE, Paris CATHOLIC MUSEUM OF CHICAGO in the following Churches: (murals, stained glass) ST. BRON1SLAWA CHURCH, Chicago, III. HOLY TRINITY RECTORY, Chicago, III. ST. MICHAEL CHURCH, Kalida, O. ST. ANNE CHURCH, Bethlehem, Pa. ST. ANDREW CHURCH, Calumet City, ill. ST. JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL CHURCH, Easton, Pa. ST. JOHN'S RECTORY, Lambertsville, M. J ST. JOSEPH RECTORY, Easton, Pa. murals: Lenard Restaurant, Chicago, ?i:, Old Warsaw Restaurant, (As; r AWARDS First Prize, Academie of Fine Arts, Warsaw First Prize, Warsaw Salon, Warsaw First Prize, Grand Paris Opera for Ballet Gold Medal, Paris International Exhibition, 1937 Second Prize, Salon d'Automne, Paris Honorable Mention, Salon des Tuileries BOOKS: Honor Book, N.Y. Herald Tribune, Spring Book Festival, (9 Cry Baby Dolls - Roy) Junior Literary Guild Selection (The Hand in the Pictures, (Lippincot) Book of the Year (Tales of Faraway Folk, Harper Bros.) Thursday, Mar Weekdays: i �'^na end -sj-another readin? ronrnra- as a conumo^.—, place which brings Polish his­ lersperk is a native of Poland, tory and culture to life- .. / ‘ a prisoner during World War II. Many years in; the. making; He and his wife Melanie live in Stefan .Hellersperk’s . meticu­ West Dallas. Here it was that lously carved and crafted fur-. Stefan fashioned his master­ nitijrg had at last found a fitting.. pieces. The DALLAS POST carried home and-a suitable, setting.;. ^...The. ^tremendously heavy:; pictures of-the first pieces, ex­ ! nieces, v^ere .intended from the ! ecuted in traditional style, a ‘ ‘ to grace such a room.. table and a massive bench. 'H dwarf . anything The night before the new opened, vjucigh Stefan '■»xi;the;?new'li~^ Wilkes WLLMea XLibrary jIULcUJ' vpciicu, ^^.^zArZ'^ii.nuLthe finishing .touches to the LQr^tOV71q ,O|S THE POLISH LITERARY & ARTS CLUB "ZIELONY BALONIK" -T. ANNE CHURcS ST. ANDREW Kalida- ol CHuI'ch'Pa- JANE FRancfq iJI Calu™et City m ST. JOHN'S RECTCipv i CHANTAL Church p ST. JOSEPH RECTORY LFambertsvil'e, N. J H' °Ston' Pa- d Warsaw Restaurant, Dallas, Tex. First Prize, Academie of AWARDS Fine Arts, Warsaw First Prize, Warsaw Salon, Warsaw First Prize, Grand Paris Opera for Ballet sets Gold Medal, Paris International Exhibition, 1937 Second Prize, Salon d'Automne, Paris Honorable Mention, Salon des Tuileries BOOKS: requests the honor of your presence at the opening of an exhibition of paintings and drawings by IRENA LORENTOWICZ Mr. Jan Lechon will discuss Miss Lorentowicz' art THURSDAY, MARCH 22, 1956 at 8:30 p.m. GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL - Rose Room 118 West 57th Street, New York City Honor Book. N.Y. Herold Tribune, Spring Book Festival, Thursday, March 22, through Sunday, March 25th, 1956 Ko^Yeora- jraway Folk, Harper Bros.) Weekdays: 11—11 p.m., Sunday: 11—7 p.m. ,is a gift of his mother it •3 £'O 50 o <09o ~2 o �!? end -e*-another reading roomea. as a conniLwaiv.., — place which brings Polish his­ lersperk is a native of Poland, tory and culture to life. . •' a prisoner during World War II. Many years Tn7 the s making; He and his wife Melanie live in Stefan -Hellersperk’s . meticu­ West Dallas. Here it was that lously carved and crafted fur­ Stefan fashioned his master­ niture had at last found a fitting... pieces. home and-a suitable setting., f.,- The DALLAS POST carried .•iv.The- ^tremendously • heav/^ pictures of-the first pieces, ex; pieces, wereintended from the ecuted in traditional style, a beginning to grace such a room... table and a massive bench. Theyu would dwarf _;anythingy The night before the new less spacious'than'.the T1“'v '11'—-•««”---- T --------------- ’ Stefan . started work years\agd;^;^.;-?,^: i f it was a labor of lov IRENA LORENTOWICZ ^^represented in the following JEU DE PAUME, Paris ACADEMIE NATIONAL DE MLJSini ie ct nr ARCHIVES NATIONAL DE! DANSE p ¥ DE DANSE' Paris CATHOLIC MUSEUM OF CHICAGO Gained glass) ■ - Easton, Pa. ■ ST. JOSEPH mura 1$ : omw^0^0"*- ‘Ch!“W- III Old Warsaw Restaurant, Dallas, Tex. AWARDS Honorable Mention, Salon des Tuileries BOOKS: (9°Cry BBa°by DNolI-Xi6 Festival, (bppTnc«)rary GU"d Se'eC"'°" ,The H°"d I" 'he PWures, Book Of the Year (Tales of Faraway Folk, Harper Bros.) MW STTsTan s Hema-carved rsDlica o~p a i « -i symbol of Poiand,ls ^h c eagle,th 5: mr tig %8 £'O >p o LLJ vo82 s t •'li It i; �end -st-another reading roonea. place which brings Polish his­ tory and culture to life. . / Many years in the.makings Stefan -Hellersperk’s . meticu­ lously carved and crafted furnityig had at last found a fitting.. home and-a suitable settingi;.|i •-J..,.The- ;<^tremendously'•^heavy-^ " pieces, ^rere ,intended from the ' beginning to grace such a room.. They^ should dwarf ^anything; less spacious than; the '; years’-ago;^;^.;?,:,-??'^ corruiiiooivr**, -— lersperk is a native of Poland, a prisoner during World War II. He and his wife Melanie live in West Dallas. Here it was that Stefan fashioned his master­ pieces. The DALLAS POST carried pictures of the first pieces, ex­ ecuted in traditional style, a table and a massive bench. The night before the new T<u>.rxT-x;-rmonp<L Stefan : rs r Ilowing / ?It was a labor of lov Paris T- l«WJ? Stefan's~hana-caryed replica of a 12th c.eagle,th symbol of Poland,is a gift of his mother �fit tne . end -et-another reading place which brings Polish his­ tory and culture to life- .' Many years in the, making; Stefan Hellersperk’s . meticu­ lously carved and crafted fur­ niture had at last found a fitting.. home and-a suitable setting.;. .^ ;:.The ... -tremendously( ■ heavy$ pieces were .intended from the ' beginning to grace such a room.. They•,jwould dwarf anything . less spacious'thah'.the 1; - as a commission, for Mr. neilersperk is a native of Poland, a prisoner during World War II. He and his wife Melanie live in West Dallas. Here it was that Stefan fashioned his master­ pieces. The DALLAS POST carried pictures of-the first pieces, ex­ ecuted in traditional style, a table and a massive bench. The night before the new braiy/^^g'^^ Stefan, started work years’, agd;^^.;??^; iy It was ja labor of lov IRENA LORENTOWICZ is represented in the following museums: NATIONAL POLISH ART COLLECTION, Warsaw MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, Paris JEU DE PAUME, Paris ACADEM1E NATIONAL DE MUSIQUE ET DE DANSE, Paris ARCHIVES NATIONAL DE DANSE, Paris CATHOLIC MUSEUM OF CHICAGO in the following Churches: (murals, stained glass) ST. BRONISLAWA CHURCH, Chicago, III. HOLY TRINITY RECTORY, Chicago, III. ST. MICHAEL CHURCH, Kalida, O. ST. ANNE CHURCH, Bethlehem, Pa. ST. ANDREW CHURCH, Calumet City, III. ST. JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL CHURCH, Easton, Pa. ST. JOHN'S RECTORY, Lambertsville, N. J. ST. JOSEPH RECTORY, Easton, Pa. murals: Lenard Restaurant, Chicago, III. Old Warsaw Restaurant, Dallas, Tex. AWARDS First Prize, Academie of Fine Arts, Warsaw First Prize, Warsaw Salon, Warsaw First Prize, Grand Paris Opera for Ballet sets Gold Medal, Paris International Exhibition, 1937 Second Prize, Salon d'Automne, Paris Honorable Mention, Salon des Tuileries BOOKS: Book, N.Y. Herald Tribune, Spring Book Festival, Baby Dolls - Roy) Literary Guild Selection (The Hand in the Pictures, licot) 'pf the Year (Tales of Faraway Folk, Harper Bros.) SarETSSravaeyt,; Si":-1-" POLSKI KOSCIOL POD WEZW. MATKI BOSKIEJ JASNOGORSKIEJ hmm �At the iai . end <4-another reading roonca. place which brings Polish hts- ( tory and cultur. . wiany years in the . making^ Stefan .Hellersperk’s . meticuIbusly carved and crafted fur-■ as a commission, for Mr. neilersperk is a native of Poland, a prisoner during World War II. He and his wife Melanie live in West Dallas. Here it was that Stefan fashioned his master- njtijrg found a fitting^. pieces. home had and-at a last suitablesetting! The DALLAS POST carried The-^'^tremendously: ■ ■ heavy.;,) pictures of-the first pieces, ex­ pieces. ^ere .intended from the ' ecuted in traditional style, a beginning to grace such a room..., table and a massive bench. They^yrould '•;dw^..j'anythmg£ The night before the new less sj^cidus;.tiian^theT-’—-Stefan Stefan. started work years' ago.; •!, 'It was a labor of lov . IRENA LORENTOWICZ is represented in the following museums: NATIONAL POLISH ART COLLECTION, Warsaw MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, Paris JEU DE PAUME, Paris ACADEMIE NATIONAL DE MUSIQUE ET DE DANSE, Paris ARCHIVES NATIONAL DE DANSE, Paris CATHOLIC MUSEUM OF CHICAGO in the following Churches: (murals, stained glass) ST. BRONISLAWA CHURCH, Chicago, III. HOLY TRINITY RECTORY, Chicago, III. ST. MICHAEL CHURCH, Kalida, O. ST. ANNE CHURCH, Bethlehem, Pa. ST. ANDREW CHURCH, Calumet City, III. ST. JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL CHURCH, Easton, Pa. ST. JOHN'S RECTORY, Lambertsville, N. J. ST. JOSEPH RECTORY, Easton, Pa. murals: Lenard Restaurant, Chicago, III. Old Warsaw Restaurant, Dallas, Tex. AWARDS First Prize, Academie of Fine Arts, Warsaw First Prize, Warsaw Salon, Warsaw First Prize, Grand Paris Opera for Ballet sets Gold Medal, Paris International Exhibition, 1937 Second Prize, Salon d'Automne, Paris Honorable Mention, Salon des Tuileries BOOKS: ■ Honor Book, N.Y. Herald Tribune, Spring Book Festival, (9 Cry Baby Dolls - Roy) Junior Literary Guild Selection (The Hand in the Pictures, (Lippincot) Book of the Year (Tales of Faraway Folk, Harper Bros.) ... STTei^trr^_QSLTia^cai?ved’ re?lica PLACE main altar STAMP HERE /it e^l/[ount of dzs-i-toafiouja R. C. Polish Church 3424 W. Adams Boulevard POST CARD Address of a 12th c.eagle,th �I J^VClSc) wiik< Date Due: t^L&i. A W. T. Benda (SELF-PORTRAIT) .. • ■•'.•• . .... ................ . ..... '<’!• .«T*’»>t 'nmvu|NW‘u' • THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION HOUSE 15 EAST 65th STREET • NEW YORK 21, N.Y. �V? pAPptp C*~t^/‘L (rc^^r J A 0 v /h> JtsM-J) FK. T. Benda (SELF-PORTRAIT) THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION HOUSE 15 EAST 65th STREET • NEW YORK 21, N.Y. �^¥^3 W. T. Benda MEMORIAL EXHIBITION THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION HOUSE 15 East 65th Street, New York 21, N. Y. MARCH 7th to APRIL 2nd, 1949 �WLADYSLAW T. BENDA 1873-1948 I his Memorial Exhibition serves as a fitting tribute to the Iona 1 distinguished career of the beloved artist, W T. Benda ProbablvV^ than any other American of Polish descent Benda aclieW fa^e ”d recogn.t.on in the art world. He was an indefatigable worker and hk keen and brilliant imagination was continually creating. He was con stantly developing new paintings and drawings. The BENDA masks are probably the best known and most widely remembered of the artist’s many creative endeavors. At the height of his career as an illustrator and magazine cover artist, Benda became interested in masks. In 1914 he attended a masquerade ball. As part of his costume he made a mask. He became so intrigued with the possi­ bilities that the masks became more than just a hobby. They developed into a serious new art form in the modern world. The late Frank Crowninshield visited the Benda studio on Gramercy Park in 1919 and became immediately an enthusiastic and constant supporter of the Benda Masks. He first presented them in “Vanity Fair” the same year. They created such a sensation that publi­ cations throughout the world featured them. The masks were first worn by a group of people at a New Year’s Eve Ball at the home of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goodrich in Llewellyn Park, New Jersey. They were first used for a stage production by the Amateur Comedy Club of New York. They were used in other theatrical performances such as the “Greenwich Village Follies” and C. B. Cochran sent them across Europe and the British Empire with the dancer Grace Christy demonstrating their use. Museums, universities, and art. schools everywhere exhibited them. Mr. Benda delved studi­ ously into the history and all types of masks. He became recognized as the world’s foremost authority and prepared the article on the subject for the Encyclopedia Britannica. In 1944 he authored and illustrated a book “Masks,” published by Watson-Guptill Publications, Inc. The artist was born in Poznan, Poland (then under Prussian tide) in 1873, the son of a pianist-composer. After finishing his preparatory studies for a career in engineering there was no opening at the Engi­ neering Institute. While waiting, he attended the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow. The family later moved to Vienna where Benda continued JV T. Benda’s first cover design for the Kosciuszko Foundation Ball— “A Night in Old Krakow”-1937. This photo of the finished design was taken in Benda’s studio the study of art. In 1899 his father’s sister, actress Helena Modjeska, invited them to California. Benda carried on his painting studies there until he came to New York in 1903. He attended the Art Students League and also Chase’s Art School. In 1906, while working for the American Lithographic Company, he was given his first chance as an illustrator by Joseph Chapin, Art Editor of Scribner’s. He became a popular illustrator of the time and during the following years produced a prolific amount of work for such magazines as Century, Cosmopolitan, McClure’s, Collier’s, Saturday Evening Post, Hearst Magazine, Women’s Home Companion, American, Liberty, etc., as well as illustrations for many books. He also did much in the field of decorative arts and was awarded the Silver Medal for his murals at the Pan-American Exposition in San Francisco. During the two World Wars he designed many posters for both Poland and America. He was honored with the “Polonia Restituta” decoration by the Polish Government following World War I. Mr. Benda had been a member of the National Council of the Kosciuszko Foundation from the time of its organization in 1925. He I ;■ "■ �had also been a member of the Players Chib, The Society of \r Painters and was a Life Member of the Dutch Treat Club th r T* House and the Society of Illustrators. ’ e ° W. T. Benda was unlimited in the scope of his mask-making- H was constantly experimenting with new types and techniques Mask were made up of thousands of pieces of glued paper. Some w^ modeled directly, others were built upon a mold. After the bold imaginative conception lor each mask, Benda became a stickler for detail. A mask took many months to complete and was finished with laborious effort to a perfection of the most precise variety. The uses lor the Benda Masks were almost as varied as their sizes and subjects. Some were designed as a type of portrait-sculpture, some lor theatrical performances, while others were purely for use as decora­ tive ornaments. The artist attempted to bring the essence of his subject into the mask. He was constantly in search of a representation of true feminine beauty. In the 1920’s the “Benda Girl” became a definite type, as the “Gibson Girl” had been in a preceding period. Whether blond or brunette, smiling or sultry, the Benda Beauty was of a Slavic-oriental derivation with long slanting eyes and high check bones. To the general public this type became most widely known through his illustrations and covers for leading magazines as well as pictorial reproductions of the masks themselves. Of more recent vintage are the masks of movie stars. He felt that future generations would think of them as representative of 20th Cen­ tury Beaut)’. The masks were made from his memories of the stars in their movies. Prior to completion of the Merle Oberon mask, the actress visited the artist in his studio. Although he did no life work at the time, he was later able to add more of the quality of Miss Oberon’s beauty to the mask. Many of Benda’s portrait masks are of a more generalized nature. They seek to embody the composite beauty or quality of an entire nation in a single face. In the most extreme masks, Benda became wildly fanciful, creating weird and exotic characters beyond the realm of the average man’s imagination and yet portrayed with entirely Masks ] Ignace Jan Paderewski 9 Katherine Hepburn as Jade in “Dragonseed” 3 Chinese Child ” (loaned by Steinway and Sons through the courtesy of Theodore Steinway) (loaned by Metro-C-oldwyn-Mayer through the courtesy of Howard Dietz) (loaned by Mrs. Hughetie Clarke) 4. Chinese Lady (loaned by Mrs. Hughetie Clarke) 5. Girl 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Golden Goddess Jinnee Beaute du Diable Beelzebub Abraham Lincoln Negro Javanese Algerian American Indian (loaned by Hany Ltndeberg) convincing realism. . In paying tribute to W. T. Benda through this Memorial Exhibi­ tion the Kosciuszko Foundation, which serves as a Polish cultural center in America, signalizes the cultural contributions to this country of the “new-stock” Americans of Polish ancestry. Mr. Theodore Steinway with the portrait mask of Ignace Jan Paderewski �- /) Drawings and Water Colors 31. 32. Mask Fantasy 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. The Plutocrat The Frenchman Voyevode—The Polish Nobleman The Executioner Spirit of War The Old Wag Baboon Man Myrna Loy 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. Merle Oberon Silly Doll Sappho Wanda The Jester Furia Peacock Goddess Rusalka 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. White Roses Stoney Valley in Tatra Mountains In Southern California La Rondo Bridge Beach Near Golden Gate American Beauties Black Eyed Susans Tulips Le Beau Ideal Apple Blossoms Masquerade Winged Hussar Mountaineer Dancers Native Warriors Natives Fleeing Pirates Orientale No. 1 Orientale No. 2 Mask Fantasy Golden Curls Golden Peacock 50. Dancing Nude 51. Exodus 52. Ship of Hope 53. Brawn 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. Finale Tatra Mountain Road Zebra Girls Girls with Donkeys Spanish Village Mother Earth Cat Brig. Gen. Tadeusz Kosciuszko Krakowiak 63. Jadwiga, Queen of Poland 64. Janosik (loaned by the Kosciuszko Foundation) (loaned by the Kosciuszko Foundation) (loaned by the Kosciuszko Foundation) 65. Frederic Chopin (loaned by the Kosciuszko Foundation) �n 0 The Old TFflg A Portfolio of Dr a wings OILS 66. Storm 70. Nude with Shawl 67. Dance Panel 71. Standing Nude 68. Harvest 72. Zinnias 69. Chinese Theater 73. Chrysanthemums 74. Lilies �SUNDAY NEWS, MARCH 6, 1949 Benda Masks and Their Ancestors A beautiful book by Wladyslaw Theodore Benda has recently been published and has met with great success.* It is devoted to masks in general and to the artist’s own art of mask-making in particular. Wladyslaw Benda, Polish-born illustrator of distinction, for many years resident in New York, is chiefly known as the originator of the so-called Benda masks which have found their way on the stage both in America and Europe and in Australia. His masks have en­ chanted the best known American artists and writers, as enthusiastically avowed by Frank Crowningshield in his Introduction to Benda’s recent book or as des­ cribed by Claude Brngdon, prominent American architect, theatrical designer, and author, in his memoirs More Lives Than One published in 1938 (New York; Alfred A. Knopf). Claude Bragdon calls Benda’s studio a “place of enchant­ ment” and devotes several pages of his volume to the impressions and reflections which the creations by Benda, “mask-maker supreme and extraordinary,” aroused in him. But apart from having stirred the imagination and emotions of the great and small, artists and people of all walks of life, Benda’s masks assume fin additional importance in that they have become largely responsible for the revival of the art of mask-making in America. What are masks from the artistic and aesthetic point of view? Until a few centuries ago, they were produced throughout the world since times immemorial. They may roughly be divided into two categories: those created by primordial races and those produced by nations on high cultural levels. All primitive peoples, almost without exception, indulge in mask-making. Masks constitute an essential part of their art expression. Although primitive in many respects, they arouse considerable interest. The most primitive masks are those produced by the black Papuans of New Guinea. They are bizarre, weird creations made out of wood and fibers decorated with colorful, painted stripes among which eyes are recognizable. Of all primitive masks, artistically the most advanced are those'produced by the African Negroes and by American Indians of the Northwest Coast. In con*BIaskn by W.T. Benda. Introduction by Frank Crowningshield. Illustrated in color and black and white. (New York: Watson-Guptlll. 1944; Second edition, 1946). BE.xD.VS 1 1NCOI.N MASK has been placed in a permanent home. Mrs. W.T. Benda, Southport, Conn., and Edward F. Grabowski, South Hadley, Mass., shake hands as final arrangements are completed for the Kosciuszko Foundation in New York City, to acquire the famous Benda mask of Lincoln for its permanent collection of representative works of art by outstanding Polish and Pol-Am artists. The Kosciusz­ ko Foundation Chapter of Western Mass, purchased the mask from Mrs. Benda and presented it to the Foundation Home. Before his death in 1948, Mr. Benda was one of America’s out­ standing illustrators and a noted painter as well. He took up maskas a hobby, spending hours at experimentation. The hobby turned him into the world’s foremost authority on papcr-mache masks. He not only created a series of unusual masks and developed technique in mask-masking, but he became the leading authority on this ancient art form, writing a reference book and articles for the Encyclopedia Brittanica and other publications. Mrs. Benda owns around 50 of the SO masks made by her late Polish-born husband during the latter part of his illustrious career. —A id Toys New Yc kers are in for a treat next week v hen the Kosciusko Foundase at 15 E. 65th St., places on tion r- a the masks made by the late exhibi enda, famous illustrator and i al toy show comes to several : id the Gilbert Hall of Science, t I and Broadway. All of the 25th •art tomorrow and offer a new show t ;; those whose entertainment twist t h are a bit on the jaded side. �SUNDAY NEWS, MARCH 6, 1949 40 trast to Papuan masks, African masks at times possess certain realistic features. They are most often a combination of various techniques. They are not on­ ly carved in wood, which sometimes is painted, but also formed of cloth, parch­ ment, wicker, straw, or similar materials. The masks, moreover, are being sup­ plemented by long, trailing, ceremonial robes. They are placed on the face ob­ viously to frighten and to terrify. Negro masks thus reveal the strongest human emotions at their highest pitch, as for instance terror, stupefaction, or cruelty. Although we sometimes find almost portrait-like features among Negro masks, most often — only extreme, purposeful distortions, the chief aim of which is to American-Indian masks, especially those of the Northwest Coast, in principle evoke horror. masks. Like them, they are carved in wood, painted, and supple­ recall African mented by realistic details, as for instance, by strips of bark, or by fur, or sea lion whiskers, imitating hair. They also are extremely expressive. Masks are used by the primitives in funeral-, war-, and dance ceremonies, also in magic­ medicine rituals. Fetish-men wearing masks initiate neophytes into the secret rites. The mask confers magic power upon its wearer. The person having the mask on, becomes for the time being the ancestor of the tribe and is recipient of Masks produced by nations on higher cultural levels differ from those of his supernatural primitive peoplesstrength. in purpose, technique and expression. Among cultured nations, Japan especially has developed the art of mask making to a high degree. The most popular of the Japanese masks are those worn by actors of the so-called No drama, which since the fourteenth century has been the favorite pastime of the nobles. Japanese masks, cut from wood, were usually covered with a delicate plaster and then with a colored metal lacquer. They may be divided into va­ rious types corresponding to the types appearing in the No drama, which derived its motives chiefly from romantic hero tales. Thus they represent heroes and divinities, various social classes, and also animals, The characteristics of type are achieved through slight reshaping of the forms of reality. In general, Jap­ anese masks produced in the most mature epoch differ through their realism from masks of the primitives, which are, it is true, exceptionally expressive, but which do not take into consideration at all the fundamental proportions of the human sometimes leaving certain elemental parts of it.Greek masks, by Toface, the most mature masksout ever created belonged ancient almost, two thousand years older than those of the Japanese. None of the original Greek masks, however, is now in existence. Like those in Japan, they were des­ tined for the drama; they were character masks, typifying different personalities and expressing various elemental moods, such as grief, anger, or joy. They were made of wood, fayence, at times even of stone. The Romans inherited from the Greeks use of masks in classic tragedy and comedy. In the Europe, masks were also used in mystery plays during the Middle Ages. They were temporarily revived in the sixteenth century by the comedia dell’arte, but later on the use of masks in drama was completely abandoned and with time almost forgotten. They survived, however, to a certain extent in folk art, as for In these countries, are used during certain folk festivities. They instance in Stwo witzerla nd andmasks in Poland . are chiefly animal masks and their origin must not“be sought in the classical drama^but in some prehistoric pagan ceremonies. Thus in Poland, a day or two after Christmas, or on New Year's Day, villagers dressed as animals go from hr.me tn home ~singing carols and merrymaking. A~bear, a goat, and a_wolf are among them. But the most important of the animals is the so-called turpn, a fantastic beast with a large wooden head which has enormoufljjaws that open and close. The turon was a pagan festival held in prehistoric times around the New Year in honor of the old Slavonic god Radegast, the god of horses, winter, cour­ age, power, and speed. Now this celebration forms part of Polish folk Christmas Masks have also survived in cities throughout the world, where they are used during carnivals. But' these masks hardly ever belong to the sphere of art. festivities. It mav safely be asserted that for several centuries mask-making was a for­ gotten art in Europe, in so far as professional, educated artists were concerned. It is greatly to Wladyslaw Benda that America owesthe revival ofjnask-making as an art- The interesting point here isfEowever, that when Benda made his first mask in 1914, he did it for his own amusement, out of an inner impulse, listic it’s a’out head o\ from right' Ma: ks and Faces —And Toys New Y< week v tion E exhibj 25th show twist rkers are in for a treat next hen the _Kosciusko Founda­ se at 15 E. 65th St,, places on n the masks made by the late enda, famous illustrator and tai toy show comes to several id the Gilbert Hall of Science, I and Broadway. All of the art tomorrow and offer a new those whose entertainment p are a bit on the jaded side, side. �SUNDAY NEWS, MARCH 6, 1949 52 without realizing that the art of mask-making had a long and proud tradition behind it. He revived an ancient art unwittingly. He invented his own technique and learned all the mysteries of the art of the mask through his"own experience. Benda became acquainted with masks of other times and nations after his style was fully developed, so he remained faithful to his own style and technique; but the study of other masks gave him additional assurance that he was on the right path, that his creative activity was an important one, and that many aes­ thetic problems were connected with it. Benda’s masks are made of hard, unbleached paper, glued in tightly com­ pressed layers reinforced'with brass wires, protected from atmospheric" condi­ tions by coats of varnishes, painted with oil colors and gilded. It is a pain­ staking technique, but owing to it Benda ’s masks are both durable and light, as well as easy to wear. Benda has primarily created character masks, but he also.has made some grotesque masks intended to shock the spectator, and a few portrait masks, among them an excellent portrait of Paderewski and two of the famous Polish ac­ tress, Helena Modrzejewska (Modjeska), who was the artist’s aunt. The masks of Modrzejewska are owned by the Museum of the Polish Boman Catholic Union of America in Chicago. One of them represents the great actress at the time when she arrived in America; the other, at the height of her artistic career in this country. They are attached to specially constructed figures draped in the eminent stage-player’s costumes which she wore as Mary Stuart. In all his masks, Benda looks for the essential elements of the character represented and omits the accidental traits; in many, he distorts the features for the sake of expression. These are traits which have much in common with some trends of modern art in general. Benda’s masks are destined for dance performances and pantomime, and it is in action that they can be best appreciated, no't when hanging on the wall. Suit­ able robes worn by the performers are. also an important factor contributing to.. the full value of the masks. Wladyslaw Theo. Benda was born in 1873, in Poznan, Poland. He studied at the School of Technology and the Academy of Fine Arts in Cracow, and at art schools in Vienna, San Francisco and New York. He came to the United States in 1899. Before he became celebrated as the creator of a new type of masks, he was well-known as an illustrator, having contributed illustrations to the Century Magazine, Scribner’s, Cosmopolitan, McClure’s, Collier’s, etc. A most interesting fact is that he set upon his new adventure of mask-making when about forty years of age, an age which has proved to be of great importance in the lives of many artists, since it has been a turning point in the creative career of many of them. It has been demonstrated that artists frequently find their truest medium and style when about forty anti produce their best work in the years that follow. They then become integrated personalities, rejecting all doubts and uncertainties which beset them. On the other hand, it is no less easy to give examples that whenever an artist does not reorganize his creative abilities when entering into his most mature years, he tends to repeat himself and falls into mannerism. In the book that Benda has recently written; he conveys to the artist, the art lover and the public in general, his experiences during the thirty years of his' creative work which followed his first attempt at mask making in 1914. While he gives us a bird’s-eye view of masks of all climes and ages and depicts thenvarious techniques and uses, the most inspiring parts of the book are those in which he speaks about himself, in which he acquaints us with the secrets of his own work and the difficulties that he has encountered on his path, in which he analyzes the aesthetic value of the mask and the feelings experienced by those who "wear it and those who look upon it. In these pages, unwittingly he reveals hia sou]_ the soul of a sincere artist who has had the courage to go after his own promptings, to abide by his own predilections and to remain true to his own convictions, no matter how "strange they at times may have seemed to many per­ sons he happened to know. Owing to his sincerity, truthfulness and artistic' cour­ age Wladyslaw Benda has made a permanent and unique contribution to modern art’in America; he has revived the ancient art of mask-making. Dr. Irena Piotrowska New York, N.Y. head pm ngl Mat ks and Faces —4 id Toys New Y< week v tion Hp exhibit' W. T the a: hotels 25th show twist appe “silly name. kers are in for a treat next hen the Kosciusko Founda­ se at 15 E. G5th St., places on a the masks made by the late enda, famous illustrator and al toy show comes to several id the Gilbert Hall of Science. and Broadway. All of the art tomorrow and offer a new ! those whose entertainment k are a bit on the jaded side. �and Th. 52 . ^r ^^"'lore Bn , I exhibit Of a .ask-maker supreme ana’extraoXmy.^S 4 morions of tlw great and nlta’of • OY :t ■ dancer ND A i uie’ i5enda s masks assume an additional come largely responsible for the revival of the -tistic and aesthetic point of view! Until a few ■d throughout the world since times immemorial. nto two categories: those created by primordial tions on high cultural levels. ost without exception, indulge in imsk-making. irt of their art expression. Although primitive in ar^ those produced by the black Papuans of New d IreXns made out of wood and fibers decorated ruong which eyes are’^ogmzable^ ■ produced by ^"UeNorSwest Coast. In eon- N masks and paintings O — Toys NewAnd Yorkers are in for a TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6th TO 17th 19 3 ON VIAN BEAUTY 8 PORTRAIT PAINTERS GALLERY 642 FIFTH between new v SENORITA AVENUE 52nd and ° r K STREETS c t y >E DIABLE DAINE bite by Frank Crowningshield. *lluSgecond (New ^rrl: Watson-Guptill. 1944. HURRICANE ' DANCE 16. NUDE ORIENTAL DANCER 17. 18. GEISHA DANCE 19. HEAD J. I. PADEREWSKI SLAVONIC MARCH 20. 21. 22. ORCHESTRA , 23. A CAT 24. been placed in a permanent home. «>nn., and Edward F. Grabowski, South .1 arr.in-einenfs are completed for i in Xew York City, to acquire the famous r its i manent collection of representative ag Folith and Pol-Am artists. The Kosciuszi H'c-h-tn Mass. purchased the mask from if to the Foundation Home. / n Mr. Benda was one of Americas out- j / ; .filter as well. He took up maskT , 1 eKDerinn-ntation. Die hobby ' ^hthoritv on paper-mache •K rd a series the leading au''rcnee b°°‘‘ LONG - EYES I 16. FURIA DOLOROSA 17. SPIRIT OF WAR 18. OLD MAN 19. SLAVE GIRL 20. PEACOCK GODDESS 21. . CIRCASIAN 22. PITHECANTROPOS 23. I 24. BEELZEBUB ABRAHAM LINCOLN 25. 26. CHRIST 15. 15. DREAMS FALL OF TYRANNY 25. 26. MOORISH GIRL 27. 28. HEAD 29. HEAD THE SHIP OF HOPE CARPATHIAN MOUNTAINEER 30. 31. , -■ landscape Masks and Faces SODDESS 27. 28. EAGLE GREEK MASK DON QUIXOTE 29. ... VOYEVODE 30. 31. STATESMAN 31. ......... 32. EXECUTIONER treat next ! week when the Kosciusko Founda- i tion House at 15 E. 65th St., places on exhibition the masks made by the late W. T. Benda, famous illustrator and the annual toy show comes to several hotels and the Gilbert Hall of Science, 25th St. and Broadway. All of the shows start tomorrow and offer a new I twist to those whose entertainment appetites are a bit on the jaded side. �MASKS________ PAINTINGS AND DRAWINGS UBANGI BOY ZINNIAS SPANISH SHAWL 2. CHINESE ACTOR 3. LONELY WOLF PORTRAIT OF E. B. 4. 5. CHRYSANTHEMUM 6. . THREE BAD MEN METALS 8. CLOUDS BEFORE STORM 10. LILIUM SPECIOSUM 9. CHINESE CARVING 12. < 13. NUDE A STUDY 14. HURRICANE 15. 16. DANCE THE INSECT JAVANESE DANCER 2. 3. 18. 13. 21. HEAD J. I. PADEREWSKI SLAVONIC MARCH 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. FURIA DOLOROSA 17. SPIRIT OF WAR 18. 19. OLD MAN 16. SLAVE GIRL PEACOCK GODDESS 20. 21. 22. 23. CIRCASIAN PITHECANTROPOS BEELZEBUB ABRAHAM LINCOLN A CAT 25. DREAMS FALL OF TYRANNY 26. CHRIST 27. EAGLE GREEK MASK HEAD LANDSCAPE twist to those whose entertainment appetites are a bit on the jaded side. LONG - EYES 15. 24. 29. HEAD 30. THE SHIP OF HOPE 30. snir .. ">1 It 31. THE CARPATHIAN • ‘MOUNTAINEER 32. > eJor a ireal rrexl Yorkers are New 'YorKeis. _ _ “sciusko Founda- week whenatthe tion House 15 E.Kosciuo.^ 65th St., places on exhibition the masks made by the late " ..___ ^mous illustrator and exhibition W. Benda, iUusuu.„. the T. annual toy famous show comes to several hotels and the Gilbert Hall of Science, 25th St. and Broadway. All of the shows start tomorrow and offer a new I LADY DISDAINE 14. ORCHESTRA MOORISH GIRL Masks and Faces PIRATE II. i BEAUTE DE DIABLE 12. 19. R?!’lRJOnJMMMBBMliK;.. —And Toys 5. SMILES BLUE DEMON 6. CONGO MAN 7. GOLDEN BEAUTY 8. , BIZANTINE 9. . MEXICAN SENORITA 10. . PIRATE I. GEISHA DANCE 20. it’s alof GOLDEN GODDESS 4. NUDE ORIENTAL DANCER 17. aixlWoi 28. . 29. 30. 31. 32. DON QUIXOTE VOYEVODE STATESMAN EXECUTIONER —I Uy �SUNDAY NEWS, MARCH 6, 1949 (NEWS (oto by Candido) Benda masks are so realistic it’s al­ most impossible to pick out head of Mrs. Floyd Rogers, fourth from right. Masks and Faces New Yorkers are in for a treat next week when the Kosciusko Founda­ tion House at 15 E. 65th St., places on exhibition the masks made by the late W. T. Benda, famous illustrator and the annual toy show comes to several hotels and the Gilbert Hall of Science, 25th St. and Broadway. All of the shows start tomorrow and offer a new twist to those whose entertainment appetites are a bit on the jaded side. (NEWS (oto by Candida) Mrs. Rodgers looks like a “silly doll’’ in mask pjLihat name. (NEWS (oto by CandidO) Mrs. Benda tries one of her late husband’s jester masks on Stephen Mizwa. �Philadelphia Inquirer Wil Date Du gpmelia Benda- artist Philadelphia Inquirer / SHARON Titled ‘Furia,’ this is one of the SO Benda masks that are now on display; for $2000, you can hang it on you For the first time anywhere, a complete retrospective, exhibition of Benda masks is..Qa_djsplay — at the Philadelphia Art-Alliance, 251 S. 18th The mas.k_show, dramatically dis­ played in Galleries and B, opened with a reception Wednesday after­ noon. The masks were created in the 1920s, 1932s. and.1240s by the late Wladyslaw Theodore Benda, a Pol­ ish-born artist who worked in New Vork. On exhibition are Jife-like maskg_and-grotesque masks,^mus­ ing-masks and startling masks. David Crownover, the executive director of the Art Alliance, has hung the masks effectively. ■ Benda’s two daughters, Basia Benda Rudolph, and Eleonora Benda Shimler, came down from New York for the opening. Their husbands, .architect George Rudolph, and Dr. Donald Shimler, were with them. When we arrived, George A. D’An­ gelo (president of the Art Alliance) was escorting a Benda-masked lady from gallery to gallery. After she removed her disguise (a mask titled “Lady Disdain’’), the mystery wom­ an introduced herself as Ann Wolf. She is a New York friend of Benda’s daughters. Later on, Ann Wolf don­ ned still another mask — “Furia” — with streaming hair. You can buy Benda's portrait mask, of actress Merle Oberon is S1,2£)(L Amnno nthor'Den/i.. —— delphian. His son, Peter, (an artist) lives here. He attended the recep­ tion with his wife and children. The exhibition of Benda masks will continue through March 26. By RUTH SELTZER Society that her father madejnasks .from 12ia until jhe^earTfie. died —1918. “Although most of his masks don’t represent actual people," she said, “my father did create the Merle Oberon mask as well as masks of Paderewski and Katharine Kepburn. He made the Hepburn mask for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The Paderewski mask is awnetLby the.SteinWay Co.” The late Frank • Crowninshield described a 1920 visit to Benda’s Gramercy Park studio. He wrote, “I was in no Way prepared for the reve­ lation that met me — the breathing beauty that emerged from that gal­ lery of painted faces which, bodiless and without sight, seemed to return my gaze ... In the case of the wom­ en’s masks, in particular, the skin seemed warm and delicate; the life­ blood, one would swear, pulsing beneath it.” We chatted with Basia and her husband, George Rudolph. They sat in Gallery B with Philadelphia ar­ chitect John F. Harbeson. “Georee Exotic, Intriguing World-Famous Masks by the Century's Master Mask-Maker WLADYSLAW THEODORE BENDA Masks of Illusion — of Fantasy — of Beauty — of Imagination Masks of Power — of Satire — of Humor — of Caricature —of Terror Portrait Masks — of Inspiration — of Loveliness Personified Masks of the Great and the Lowly — Rascals — Heroes — Unforgettable Men and Women Animals and Insects Humanized — and Vice Versa! A Masked World Waits — Aesthetically — for Your Delight �Friday, n®. 12-A ■■■ A. Date Du ^gmelia Benda- artist PhiFadelphiaTnquirer/ SHARON J. Titled ‘Furia,’ this is one of the SO Benda masks that are now on display; for $2000, you can hang it on you Display of Benda masks opens For the first time anywhere, a complete retrospective exhibition of By RUTH SELTZER Benda masks is„QH_d.i$play — at the Philadelphia ArtAlliance, 251S. 18th St. The mask_show, dramatically dis­ played in GalleriesAand.B, opened with a reception Wednesday after­ noon. The masks were created in the 1920s, 193Qs. and 19A0s by the late Wladyslaw Theodore Benda, a Pol-' ish-born artist who worked in New that her father madejnasksJrom VorE'On exhibition are Jife-like 1212. until Jhe.year. fie died — 1248. masks^and. grotesque masks, pmus- “Although most of his masks don’t represent actual people,” she said, ing-masks and startling masks. David Crownover, the executive “my father did create the Merle director of the Art Alliance, has Oberon mask as well as masks of hung the masks effectively. • Paderewski and Katharine Kepburn. Benda’s two daughters, Basia He made the Hepburn mask for MetBenda Rudolph, and Eleonora Benda ro-Gpldwyn-Mayer. The Paderewski Shimler, came down from New York mask is Q.wned_by the.Steinway Co.” for the opening. Their husbands, The late Frank • Crowninshield architect George Rudolph, and Dr. described a 1920 visit to Benda’s Donald Shimler, were with them. Gramercy Park studio. He wrote, “I When we arrived, George A. D’An­ was in no way prepared for the reve­ gelo (president of the Art Alliance) lation that met me — the breathing was escorting a Benda-masked lady beauty that emerged from that gal­ from gallery to gallery. After she lery of painted faces which, bodiless remove’d her disguise (a mask titled and without sight, seemed to return "Lady Disdain”), the mystery wom­ my gaze ... In the case of the wom­ an introduced herself as Ann Wolf. en’s masks, in particular, the skin She is a New York friend of Benda’s seemed warm and delicate; the life­ daughters. Later on, Ann Wolf don­ blood, one would swear, pulsing ned still another mask — “Furia” — ’ beneath it.” with streaming hair. You can buy We chatted with Basta and her Atheppddess-like “Furia” forS2,QQ£L__ husband, George Rudolph. They sat Benda’s portrait_ntask._of actress in Gallery B with Philadelphia ar­ Merle Oberonjssi,20(1 chitect John F. Harbeson. “George Among other 'Benda masks at the was one of the best students I ever Art Alliance are “the lawyer” (SI,- had at the University of Pennsylva­ 000). “NiB£W°9P” ($2,000) and the nia," Mr. Harbeson said. "He won the "OldWag” (S5£00). Theophilus Parsons Chandler prize.” Benda’s daughter, Basia, told us George Rudolph is a native Phila- delphian. His son, Peter, (an artist) lives here. He attended the recep­ tion with his wife and children. The exhibition of Benda masks will continue through March 26. Also nn Hicnlav nt the Art AJlianre Exotic, Intriguing World-Famous Masks by the Century's Master Mask-Maker WLADYSLAW THEODORE BENDA Masks of Illusion — of Fantasy — of Beauty — of Imagination Masks of Power — of Satire — of Humor — of Caricature —of Terror Portrait Masks — of Inspiration — of Loveliness Personified Masks of the Great and the Lowly — Rascals — Heroes — Unforgettable Men and Women Animals and Insects Humanized — and Vice Versa! A Masked World Waits — Aesthetically — for Your Delight! See it Soon at the COMERFORD GALLERY 117 East 57th Street New York City �’’FARMER AND TWO HORSES” Oil Painting 25 x 27 in Professor Dr, Feliks Kopera, Director of the National Museum in Krakow, writing in "Malarstwo w Palsce w XIX i XX wieku Tom 111 page 220 thus describes the artist: Jozef Brodowski definitely entered the field of specialty painters. Jozef Brodowski was born in Warsaw in 1828. was a student of Hodowicz and Suchodelski. He In the years 1853-1856, he studied under the direction of Willewalda (follower of Veriut) at the Academy of St. Petersburg. He then traveled to Paris where he completed his education under Veriut in 1858. Following these studies and travels in Italy, he settled in Warsaw in 1859. He soon developed as a painter of regional scenes and became a portrayer of the beauty of the Polish land. In this painting and in his ’’Farmer Roads” painted in 18?*+ and his "Return of the Cattle" in the National Museum of Krakow, the artist accentuated the beauty of the Polish Village. Masks laker Jozef Brodowski died in Warsaw in 1900. This is to certify that the Jozef Brodowski oil painting, showing a Polish peasant and two horses, \PA is my exclusive property. And I hereby acknowledge the receipt of $300.00 from the Kosciuszko Foundation in full payment thereof. Antoni Maryanowski January 17, 3961 �d August 19, 1958 Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan 137 So. Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dear Mrs. Kocyan: Got your letter today and the deposit check for Tlie Kosciuszl?o Foundation AMERICAN CENTER FOR POLISH CULTURE Board of Trustees and Officers 15 East 65th Street New York 21, N. Y. Henry Noble MacCracken, Honorary Chairman of the Board Tel. REgent 4-2130 Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, Chairman of the Board William H. Draper, Jr., Frank N. Piasecki, Vice-Chairmen of the Board Stephen P. Mizwa, President Edward C. Smith, Treasurer , . city bank farmers trust Edmund l co. Zawacki, Recording Secretary August 13, 1958 T , T Tr Mr s. Joseph J. Ko c y an 137 South Franklin St Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Brig. Gen. Joseph E. Barzynski U.S.A. (Ret.) Eugene S. Farley Walter M. Golaski Howard Hanson Mary R. Koons Joseph F. Lester Dr. Anthony S. Mallek Charles Nosal Henry C. Pytell Edwin P. Shattuck Ramon Sieminski Anthony stonina Harold Taylor in Dear Mrs. Kocyan: Sometime ago you told me that you are looking out for some silver piece of authentic nature made in Poland. Just this morning an dealer came to see me ----- art ------——----- -and showed me a beautiful silver samovar, 88 ounces made in Warsaw around 1800. 7It is a National Council ----eaut iful piece of work —wx nvxi<, but unfortunately the art Kazimiera Adrianowska dealer wants $300.00 which I presume would be way Edward Baumiller out of your consideration. The enclosed rough William C. Brodie high and 8 XU.V11UO Inches Rt. Rev. Msgr. F. F. Burant stetch shows that it is 13i inches „ _----------------------------------~ w John S. Cresko wide. rpi ----- ---is* a possibility ............ There ^he might come down in Adam G. Dunn Joseph A. Glowacki price hut I doubt if he would take less than $250.00 j. Mary Glowacki Paul Gorecki Andrew Holinko Joseph J. Janas Casimir Jarzebowski Henry Korab-Janiewicz Adela Lagodzinska Walter J. Laska Adam B. Lyczak Mary A. Makowska John Malinowski James Z. Millian Ignace Morawski John Moskal Lucian Nowinski Icnatius Nurkiewicz Mrs. Alexander Orze Mrs. Rufus L. Patterson onu. C. A. Sienkiewicz ^PM. awa Mrs. John Sokolowski John A. Ulinski S. Frank Urbaniak Samuel M. Vauclain, IH Mme. Ganna Walska Dr. Louis S. Wegryn Mrs. Jane Wegrzynek Stephen Wenczel Peter P. Yolles Matthew M. Zawidowski Dr. Edward B. Zlonczewski encl. Cordially yours, Stephen P. Mizwa, President > �August 19, 1958 Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan 137 So. Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dear Mrs. Kocyan: Got your letter today and the &1GO.OG. As it is made out to the deposit check for • would complicate our account hooks) Foundation (which I am returning i it herewith. The owner of the Polish silver samovar (a photo of which I am herewith enclosing) is an art dealer: Stanley Wattenherg 57 South Bath Avenue Long Branch, New Jersey Telephone: CApital 2-5395 I tried to call him today on the phone hut there was no answer. I saw the samovar and think it is a beautiful piece of work. Stamped "MALEC W WARSZOWIE," test 12, hut no year. I would not recommend that you huy it sight unseen unless you had a chance to acutally examine it and have it tested hy a jeweler or silversmith to he sure that it’s a genuine sterling — which I think it is hut I am no expert. I am writing today to Mr. Wattenherg suggesting that he send the samovar to you, properly insured, for examination and to let you know what discount or reduction he would give for immediate cash — as he needs the money. Gordial/hyj yours, encl. SPM: awa 7-<7. w Stephen P. Mizw^A / 1 \ President �August 19, 1958 Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan 137 So. Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dear Mrs. Kocyan y and the deposit check for it to the Foundation (which nt hooks) I am returning silver samovar (a photo ing) is an art dealer: tenherg th Avenue New Jersey CApital 2-5395 n the phone hut there t is a beautiful kRSZOWIE," test mend that you i chance to ed hy a jeweler or muine sterling pert. Dn. Ant. rg suggesting •ly insured, \ discount or sh — as he Edwin Rami Anthony Har. National l Kazimiera Adriai Edward Bail William C. B Rt. Rev. Mscr. F. F. Bin John S. Cres. Adam G. Dui Joseph A. Glowack Mary Glowacki Paul Gorecki Andrew Holinko Joseph J. Janas Casimir Jarzebowski Henry Korab-Janiewicz Adela Lagodzinska Walter J. Laska Adam B. Lyczak Mary A. Makowska John Malinowski James Z. Millian ICNACE MoRAWSKI John Moskal Lucian Nowinski Ignatius Nurkiewicz Mrs. Alexander Orze Mrs. Rufus L. Patterson C. A. Sienkiewicz Mrs. John Sokolowski John A. Ulinsk’ S. Frank Urb* & M. Vauct encl. SPM: awa �Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and the deposit check for to the Foundation (which t books) I am returning Wy<* silver samovar (a photo ’.ng) is an art dealer: Wilk. 'ienberg h Avenue New Jersey CApital 2-5395 the phone hut there is a beautiful KSZOWIE,” test \end that you chance to ■d by a jeweler or Tuine sterling ert. Bric. ~en. Josl ■Feui Walti Hoy Ma JOSEP. Dn. Anthony Char Henry v Edwin P. £ Ramon Si Anthony J. S Harold 1 rg suggesting \y insured, discount or ^h — as he National Coil Kazimiera Adrianow^ Edward Baumill William C. Brodi Rt. Rev. Mscr. F. F. Burani John S. Cresko Adam G. Dunn Joseph A. Glowacki 1 Mary Glowacki Paul Gorecki Andrew Holinko Joseph J. Janas Casimir Jarzebowski Henry Korab-Janiewicz Adela Lacodzinska Walter J. Laska Adam B. Lyczak Mary A. Makowska John Malinowski James Z. Millian '?^.c£/L<y ICNACE MORAWSKI John Moskal Lucian Nowinski ICNATIUS NURKIEWICZ Mrs. Alexander Orze Mrs. Rufus L. Patterson C. A. Sienkiewicz Mrs. John Sokolowski John A. ' Frank L encl. SPM: awa J ' �MICHELINI PRAISED IN CONGRESSIONAL RECORD T T pv'€/ss va o i c Dv'- ■fo.v-bsv i T)<~. V^oc-y "The mantle of power and the insignia of office were entrusted to Dr. Michelini in 1970, when he was named the second pres­ ident of Wilkes, succeeding Dr. Eugene Far­ ley, the founding president whose reputation and name linger among the giants of edu­ cators. To fill the shoes of a man like Gene Farley was a gamble where the odds were difficult. But Dr. Michelini rose to the occa­ sion, as he soon exhibited the same charac­ teristics of the man he followed. Dr. Farley told me before his death that Mike Michelini was his personal choice for the president's job, because his years of experience and sen­ sitivities to the needs of the human spirit and man's pursuit of education were well embodied in his successor. How right he was, as the years to follow would illustrate. "Scarcely had enough time lapsed for the burdens of office to confront the new Wilkes president, when in June 1972, the worst na­ tural disaster in the history of this Republic, tropical storm Agnes, thrust down upon 17 States Wyomi privilef Properl well ov tiful, s banks < devasta "On disastei gency U. S. n United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Independence National Historical Park 420 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19106 December 24, 1963 Miss Margaret E. Connolly, Comptroller Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dear Miss Connolly, This letter is to thank you for the assistance which you gav my recent visit to Wilkes-Barre and the College. The McClin Collection Inventory which you graciously allowed me to exam it possible for us to assess the value of the collection in project here at Independence. We have determined that there of items in this collection which are worthy of most careful With your permission, we would like to submit a list of thes< hoping that , at a time and place convenient to you and the c may be allowed to examine some of these most valuable papers. we understand that preparing any part of the ncClintock Colic investigation will involve a special effort by you and your £ would willingly comply with any coditions you might impose uj during which we would have access to the Collection. The room devoted to American Polish culture was quite handson I hope that the Collection of source materials already begun continue to grow, for certainly if it does, it will become a for all those interested in the contribution of the Polish tc American heritage. Sincerely yours Robert J. 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To fill the shoes of a man like Gene Farley was a gamble where the odds were difficult. But Dr. Michelini rose to the occa­ sion, as he soon exhibited the same charac­ teristics of the man he followed. Dr. Farley told me before his death that Mike Michelini was his personal choice for the president's job, because his years of experience and sen­ sitivities to the needs of the human spirit and man's pursuit of education were well embodied in his successor. How right he was, as the years to follow would illustrate. "Scarcely had enough time lapsed for the burdens of office to confront the new Wilkes president, when in June 1972, the worst na­ tural disaster in the history of this Republic, tropical storm Agnes, thrust down upon 17 States Wyomi privilej Properl well ov tiful, s banks < devasta "On disastei gency U. S. n at AVO United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Independence National Historical Park 420 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19106 December 24, 1963 Miss Margaret E. Connolly, Comptroller Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dear Miss Connolly, This letter is to thank you for the assistance which you gav my recent visit to Wilkes-Barre and the College. The McClin Collection Inventory which you graciously allowed me to exam it possible for us to assess the value of the collection in project here at Independence. We have determined that there of items in this collection which are worthy of most careful With your permission, we would like to submit a list of these hoping that , at a time and place convenient to you and the < may be allowed to examine some of these most valuable papers. we understand that preparing any part of the ^cClintock Colli investigation will involve a special effort by you and your j would willingly comply with any coditions you might impose uj during which we would have access to the Collection. The room devoted to American Polish culture was quite handson I hope that the Collection of source materials already begun continue to grow, for certainly if it does, it will become a for all those interested in the contribution of the Polish tc American heritage. Sincerely yours ■Robert J. 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O O 0 ° IP b y> O ® P* tP <5 o V rS O •< O o HmAon C& iefnanj "The mantle of power and the insignia of office were entrusted to Dr. Michelini in 1970, when he was named the second pres­ ident of Wilkes, succeeding Dr. Eugene Far­ ley, the founding president whose reputation and name linger among the giants of edu­ cators. To fill the shoes of a man like Gene Farley was a gamble where the odds were difficult. But Dr. Michelini rose to the occa­ sion, as he soon exhibited the same charac­ teristics of the man he followed. Dr. Farley told me before his death that Mike Michelini was his personal choice for the president's job, because his years of experience and sen­ sitivities to the needs of the human spirit and man's pursuit of education were well embodied in his successor. How right he was, as the years to follow would illustrate. "Scarcely had enough time lapsed for the burdens of office to confront the new Wilkes president, when in June 1972, the worst na­ tural disaster in the history of this Republic, tropical storm Agnes, thrust down upon 17 States in the Nation, hitting hardest in the Wyoming Valley and the district which I am privileged to represent in this Congress. Property damage alone in my region went well over the $1 billion mark, and the beau­ tiful, sprawling Wilkes College along the banks of the Susquehanna lay in the eye of devastation. "On a hot and trying night following the disaster, Mike Michelini came into my emer­ gency command post headquarters at the U. S. naval training station near the Airport at Avoca. It was then, in the moments of conversation, that the real meaning of tra­ gedy set in. 'I don't know where to start this discussion, Dan, because it is all so hard to believe.' With hipboots laden with mud and clothes which became the flood victims' uni­ form, brown and dusty, Mike Michelini laid out for me the impossible task which lie ahead. Yes, it was hard to believe, and the realities seemed like a bad dream. But we began, and because of Dr. Mike Michelini, adversity once again became progress. "All 50 Wilkes buildings were under water to the second story level, the college pres­ ident told me. The damage estimate? Neither of us could guess, except that it was well into the millions. "In the next 2 months there ensued a hu­ man undertaking such as I had never exper­ ienced. Like a man inspired by the diety, Dr. Michelini worked, led, organized and en­ couraged, day and night, week after week. The desolated book collection in a brand new library was hauled out. Walls were scrubbed. Mud was shoveled. Furniture thrown away. The rebuilding was underway. "I cannot answer how it was all accom­ plished. But by some miracle the fall session began in September, only 1 week later than scheduled. "As part of the historic Agnes recovery legislation which I sponsored, there were several forms of relief to colleges and uni­ versities. Dr. Mike Michelini was the spear­ heading force behind the regional effort to assist in my legislation,.■— J ’’ ’ Congressman Daniel Flood (left) reacted to the news that Dr. Francis J. Michelini was leaving his post as president of Wilkes College on August 31, by delivering a 15minute tribute to the regional educator on the floor of the House of Representatives. Congressman Flood is shown with Dr. Michelini during a recent Commencement program at Wilkes College. �Wilkes College Polish Room Com. CONSTITUTION PREAMBLE To generate and perpetuate an understanding of Polish culture through the the establishment of a Polish Room in the library of Wilkes College; to participate in diversified community events to project a positive image of the Polish American through service opportunities and cultural enrich­ ment; to encourage and sponsor programs highlighting past and present Po­ lish contributions in the arts and sciences; to promote higher education and scholarship among persons of Polish descent through cooperative schol­ arship efforts with Wilkes College and the Kosciuszko Foundation; to devel­ op in this and future generations of Polish Americans pride in their own heritage and a desire to share the excellence of Polish culture. ARTICLE I — NAME The name of this organization shall be the Wilkes College Polish Room Com ARTICLE II -- PURPOSES 1. To establish and maintain a Polish Cultural Center at Wilkes College to preserve Polish culture in the community. 2. To foster a better understanding and appreciation of Polish culture and traditions through enrichment programs focusing on Polish contributions and artists. 3. To promote research in Polish American history and to compile background history of early Polish settlers in Wyoming Valley. 4. To sponsor the Marie Kocyan Scholarship annually tp a worthy Polish Amer- ican student at Wilkes College. To sponsor the annual Kosciuszko Foundation Ball, the proceeds of which are sent to the Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarship Fund. ARTICLE III — MEMBERSHIP 1. Membership in this organization shall consist of women of Polish extract­ ion and/or those who espouse and desire to contribute to the aforementioned aims of the organization. 2. An individual may be accepted to membership at the will of the Board of Directors,upon application or invitation. 3. Continuing membership is contingent upon annual payment of dues-$2 per yr �-2 ARTICLE IV — GOVERNING BODY 1. BOARD OF DIRECTORS — The Board of Directors shall consist of all elect­ ed officers, the immediate past president, and ten directors appointed by the president. business. The Board of Directors shall have power to transact all They shall meet in January and September of each year, and at the call of the President. OFFICERS — Officers of the organization shall be the President, Vice­ 2. President, Recording Secretary, Treasurer, Financial Secretary, and Pub- licity Secretary. All officers shall be elected for a term of three years Duties of Officers: A.PRESIDENT— The President shall preside at all meetings of the organ­ ization;shall be an ex-officio member of all committees; shall appoint the Chairman of each Standing Committee; may appoint any Special Committees as she deems needed at the time; presides at all meetings of the Board of Directors; shall act as liaison with Wilkes College, the Kosciuszko Foundation, and other organizations; and shall perform all such duties as are incidental to the office of President and are properly required of her. B. VICE-PRESIDENT — In the absence of the President, she shall execute all the functions of the President and shall be invested with all her powers. She automatically succeeds to the office of President when that position is vacated. C. RECORDING SECRETARY — The recording secretary records and reads the minutes of every regular meeting. D. TREASURER — The Treasurer shall have charge of all funds of the or- ganization and shall deposit same in the name of the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee in designated depositories. She shall disburse monies and sign checks for the payment of bills and accounts rendered and approved. Checks are to be cosigned by the President. She shall prepare and present a written report of all financial transactions for each regular meeting meeting. At the expiration of her term, the Treas­ urer shall deliver to her successor all funds, books, and properties of the organization in her possession. E. FINANCIAL SECRETARY — The Financial Secretary collects and records all dues; turns all monies over to the Treasurer for banking; sends no­ tices to members in arrears with dues; and keeps account of active members �F PUBLICITY SECRETARY — The Publicity Secretary is responsible for publicity for all regular meetings and special events, except the Kosc- iuszko Foundation Ball, where this task is assumed by a special com­ mittee person. She also keeps up to date the scrapbooks of The Jolish Romm Activities and The Kosciuczko Foundation Balls. At the expiration of their terms, the Recording, Financial, and Pub­ licity Secretaries shall deliver all books and other organization prop­ erties in their possession to their successors. ARTICLE V — NOMINATIONS and ELECTIONS 1. The President shall appoint a Nominating Committee in October. 2. A slate of officers shall be presented by the Nominating Committee for approval at a regular meeting in November. Nominations from the floor will also be accepted. Elections are to be conducted according to parliamentary procedure. 5. In case of the resignation of any officer, or a vacancy in any of the offices, the President shall appoint a member to fill such a vacancy for the unexpired term,subject to the approval of the Board of Directors. ARTICLE ¥1 — STANDING COMMITTEES 1. Library - The Library Committee cooperates with the Eugene S.Farley Li­ brarian. They compile a list of the books and index according to authors and titles. They recommend and order books by Polish authmrs or on Polish subjects. They place books in the library in memoriam. 2, W.C.Marie Kocyan Scholarship - The Scholarship Chairman shall cooperate with the W.C.Director of Financial Aid in the final selection of the re­ cipient ,based on financial need, nationality-of Polish ancestry, and scho­ lastic achievement. The recipient’s name is then presented to the President in May before the May meeting, to which she or he is invited- and a picture f* dLxiciric *i ,<8 3 is taken. This will help the recipient to make completeAarrangements before the fall semester. 3. Kosciuszko Foundation Ball- The Chairman and her Co-chairman are appoint­ ed one year in advance to plan for the Yuletide Ball. Ball policies are on a separate sheet. 4....Program — The Program Com. provides interesting,instructive programs for every regular meeting and also cooperates with those in charge of special cultural events. 5. -/ays and Means — Chairmen and Co-chairmen of the Annual Spring Card Party and the Raffle are appointed in February and tickets are distributed at that month’s meeting^proceeds go to the Marie Kocyan Scholarship Fund. For the Summer Theater Trips or special Cultural Events bus trips,fehere is a +?2 or service charge; proceeds are placed in the Scholarship Fund or the treasury �ARTICLE VII — MEETINGS 1. Meetings shall be held the second ■‘■Uesdav summer months• each month except in the Wilkes Cc‘'X^e' e ^0^xsh~Koo Wilkes College Polish Room Committee has larshlp " est* 1972 The to express their appreciation of the se™ • annUal schol“ arship . - to Wilkes - services rendered College and the community of Northeastern Pennsylvania by Dr. and Mrs. Joseph J.Kocyan. The scholarship shall be awarded anm^ally to a student of Polish ex­ traction who has graduated in the upper fifth of his high school class, and has tested above 600 on each side of his College Board Exams. The Director of Financial Aid and the Director of Admission shall select qualified students and shall award the scholarship. ■WWI ■ I ||QBOODUtci» j �furnitur the Ma rewski Gacek unique which placed less an It was which Slavic other carved The j: Kalohi master phie \ membe a set c of Wa tributic Wyom. bratin^ near ti room 1 edition dating donatic Porter’ Ellen poems Adam Mickie The r library dowski Gryczk Leon V nated Room purcha Page Ti Bieley) �■. Song ' ademy the Mil- The Wilkes College^ furniture constructed the Mask of Christ, rewski and Chop Gacek. Stefan h unique mural de) which he painted a glass sheet. O placed a Polish sil less antique from It was donated b) which is a local Slavic women. Th other artifacts sue carved boxes, p The pisanki were Kalohick and her master of this old phie Yurkowski. K member, Miss Mar a set of goblets fro of Wawel. To coir tributions of the e Wyoming Valley, a brating their achie near the door. The room has a fine cc editions in both P dating from 1830. S( donations are: an 11 Porter’s Thaddeus o Ellen Strojny, an poems of Michael I Adam Stepan, and Mickiewicz given b; The room also ho library collections ol dowski, Rev. V. I Gryczka, the Kocyai Leon Wazeter. A noth is tire Polish coin be nated by Rev. Sue Room Committee m, purchases to complete Page Two 1 �The Kosciuszko Foundation DECEMBEr£1975 Edited by EUGENE KUSIELEWIGZ Vol. XXX, No. 4 ON THE 25th ANNIVERSARY OF THE WILKES COLLEGE POLISH ROOM their entire lives to perpetuating Po­ land’s history in this country. In February, 1950 a group of local women under the guidance and direc­ tion of Mrs. Joseph J. Kocyan, wife of Dr. Joseph Kocyan, a former KF trustee, began the work of establishing the Wilkes College Polish Room Com­ mittee, which today celebrates its 25th anniversary of service to Wyoming Valley Polish Americans. Stefan Mrozewski (a former KF grantee), one of Editor's Note. Jule Znaniecka provided the materials the world’s leading engravers, was en­ for this article. Born and educated in gaged to design the room which would Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, she became serve both as a reference and reading interested in her heritage through her room in the proposed new library. Mr. experiences with the American Girl Mrozewski, a native of Poland, de­ Scout Program. She began to delve into signed the room and furniture in the the early settlers of the Wyoming Val­ Zakopanski style, the artistic tradition ley as scouting projects on local history. of the Tatra mountaineers. This par­ As a result, she found rich resources of ticular style was chosen because the materials on Polish American settlers. beautiful style of the ornamental wood Since the Polish Room Committee’s in­ carvings and the kilims (tapestries) ception in 1950, she has been a serious employed by the Zakopane peasantry and devoted member. Presently, she is was distinctive. The furniture was constructed by President of the Polish Room Commit­ tee, and is one of the members of the Stefan Hellersperk, of Dallas, Pennsyl­ vania, as a work of love. As a child in KF National Council. Poland he had learned the craft of In 1947 when Bucknell Junior woodcarving and used his skills as an College became Wilkes College at artisan to create the beautiful furni­ Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Dr. Eu­ ture. He used 3” thick heavy birch, gene Farley, its first president and for­ which was imported from Washington, mer trustee of The Kosciuszko Founda­ to construct the seven foot bench. It tion, invited the Slavic peoples in the weighed approximately 450 pounds and Wyoming Valley to establish ethnic gave the impression of belonging in a rooms similar to those Nationality cathedral. The large oval table with its Rooms at the University of Pittsburgh. highly polished fiinish has half inch Only the American Poles took ad­ deep carvings in the Goral tradition — vantage of this offer. Simultaneously, this work alone required nine weeks to courses in Polish language, literature complete. Following this came a book­ and culture were initiated at the col­ case, a fireside table and two chairs. lege by Dr. & Mrs. Arthur Coleman of Farley Library was completed in Cheshire, Connecticut. This noted 1968, and the Polish Room became a couple were already lecturers and reality. The Room is located on the authors on Polish culture, devoting second floor, and creates an atmosphere On the occasion of the twenty­ fifth anniversary of the Polish Room Committee, the officers and trustees of The Kosciuszko Foundation wish to extend their congratulations to these remarkable individuals. Further infor­ mation about the Committee may be obtained by writing to: The Polish Room Committee, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18706. ■ of a Polish mountaineer living room.' Attention is immediately focused on the, multi-colored rug sitting on a deep gray slate floor, complimented by a candelabra of wrought iron. Imported Polish kilims grace the two walls, one; of a North Baltic scene, and the other using a typical floral pattern. Above the fireplace mantel hangs a carved wooden eagle, a replica of the 12th century eagle, which is the symbol of Poland. This carving was executed once again by the gifted Stefan Hellersperk, whose family donated it to the Library. On the mantel itself sits two sets of I wooden dolls in native attire. Hellers­ perk also carved a high pedestal on which rests one of the masks of W.T. Benda, “Jesus.” Probably more than any other American of Polish descent, Ben­ da achieved fame and recognition in the art world. His masks are worldrenowned. This was donated by Mrs. Kocyan. Some of the art works in the room are priceless donations. One is a map of Poland, executed by Abraham Ortelius, royal geographer to King Philip II of Spain. On either side of the fireplace hang two lithographs by Tadeusz Lewicki, “Sieve-makers” and “Harvest”. Also, there is a small print of Kosciuszko’s resting place. An original oil paint­ ing by Joseph Brodowski, “Farmer and Horses”, was donated by KF trustee, Miss Mary Koons. On the right of the bookcase hangs a large portrait of An­ thony Mroz, one of the better known Tatra bagpipers. Above the colorful wycinanki, which is a gift of the artist Irene Lorentowicz, is a handmade Po­ lish linen embroidery of the patron of Poland, the Blessed Mother. Anna Maria Gacek of Massachusetts, a renowned teacher of Polish folk art, donated a lithograph print of Pade- �The Wilkes College Polish Rooom, in which can be seen some of the furniture constructed by Stefan Hellersperk. On the table stands the Mask of Christ, executed by W.T. Benda. ‘rewski and Chopin, executed by Mat 'Gacek. Stefan Mrozewski donated a ^unique mural depicting life in Poland ‘which he painted on the reverse side of Ja glass sheet. On the large table is placed a Polish silver samovar, a price­ less antique from 18th century Warsaw. i It was donated by the Reymont Club, 'which is a local club of professional ' Slavic women. The .room also features • other artifacts such as Goral jackets, carved boxes, plates, and pisanki. 'The pisanki were designed by Anna Kalonick and her mother, and by a 'master of this old Polish artform, So.Yphie Yurkowski. KF National Council '■member, Miss Mary Glowacki, donated Cfa set of goblets from the Royal Palace of Wawel. To commemorate the con­ tributions of the early immigrants to 9 Wyoming Valley, a bronze plaque cele­ brating their achievements is placed near the door. The library of the Polish room has a fine collection of original editions in both Polish and English, dating from 1830. Some of the valuable donations are: an 1845 edition of Jane Porter’s Thaddeus of Warsaw given by ■ Ellen Strojny, an 1887 copy of the poems of Michael Balucki donated by ■ Adam Stepan, and poems of Adam ■ Mickiewicz given by Rev. Sosnowski. The room also houses the personal ■ library collections of Rev. A. Lewandowski, Rev. V. Biczysko, Rev. J. the Kocyan Family, and of Th Gryczka, C< Leon Wazeter. Another interesting item wh is the Polish coin book collection do­ W nated by Rev. Suchos. The Polish fin Room Committee made a number of Ko purchases to complete their collections, Bie '1 M I Page Two Another view of the Wilkes College Polish Room. Over the mantel can be seen hanging the woodcut of the Polish Eagle, carved by Stefan Hellersperk. On each side of the bookcase, can be seen two of the valuable paintings, which are part of the varied, collection ■ of this room. The Polish mountaineer (g6ral) style is quite evident in the design of the room. for example, Bibliografia Polska (13 volumes) edited by Karol Estreicher, Flemish Tapestries at Wawel Castle in Cracow edited by Jerzy Szablowski, more than 20 books on music of the Polish Renaissance and Baroque peri­ ods, music scores of Karol Szymanow­ ski, Grazyna Bacewicz, and Dobrzynski, and 12 volumes of music from organist Kazimierz Sosnowski’s library. Many of the books have been purchased in memory of a beloved member, and this method has worked out so well that the collection has now been increasing on an average of 20 books per year. Many of the book purchases have been directly placed in divisions of Farley Library, and materials have also been made available to the faculty and vari­ ous committees for the Bicentennial Celebrations. As a result of the devastating floods of 1972 which hit Wilkes-Barre severe­ ly, some of the collections of the Polish Room were lost. The College is situated on the Susquehanna River, and many of the buildings’ first and second levels were destroyed. And of course, some of the priceless prints and lithographs stored in the basement for the Polish Room were destroyed. However, thanks to the generosity of Polish Americans, some items were replaced by donations. The Committee gratefuly acknowledges again the donations from Mrs. Marion Moore Coleman, from Mrs. Marta Korwin-Rhodes, and from Arthur Wal­ do. Thanks to the unending devotion of the members of the Committee, many priceless items were restored. As a result of the devotion of this Committee, many projects have been sponsored throughout the Wyoming Valley area to serve the full American community. One very interesting pro­ ject was the sponsorship of a record of songs sung by the early Polish coal miners. These songs were composed by Mr. Anthony Piotrowski, who worked in the Penn, coal mines at the turn of the century. They evoke the sadness of the terrible working and living condi­ tions which Poles and other Slavs suf­ fered in the mining area of WilkesBarre. Nanticoke had its first library in 1892, which was housed in the home of one of the prominent Polish families of the area, Thomas Budkiewicz. Its first librarian was Mr. Edward Ciechowicz, who increased the collection of books to such an extent that within a few years the library was moved to a public building. Mr. Piotrowski be­ came the librarian at that point, and it was at this time that he began to write down the poems and songs telling of the conditions of Polish miners. Inter­ estingly enough, the collection was re­ discovered in a building which was demolished to make way for the Re­ development Authorities in the 1950’s. These songs were sung by four students from Wilkes College in a program sponsored by the Polish Room Com­ mittee. Another project was the publi­ cation of rare prize-winning cooking recipes of the many generations of Po­ lish families. To inform the wider American com­ munity of Polish contributions to art, it has sponsored many outstanding Po­ lish artists and has held exhibitions of �* : their work. In 1950 the Committee held its first concert by Roy Eaton who was the first KF Chopin Scholarship winner. Many others followed, for ex­ ample, Dr. Felix Labunski, composer; Felicia Vlodek, opera singer; Adam Kapuscinski, pianist; Stephen Hero, violinist; Thomas Michalak, violinist; Debbie Sobol, pianist; Andrzej Bachleda, tenor; and Peter Haase, violinist. Memorial programs for Paderewski, Chopin, Mickiewicz, and Copernicus have also been sponsored. A wide topic of lectures and art exhibits have also taken place in the area, for example, Dr. & Mrs. Arthur Coleman, Prof. Ed­ mund Zawacki, Dr. Eugene Kusielewicz, Col. Alice Gritsavage, Mr. Walter Placek, and Mrs. Marta KorwinRhodes. Mrozewski’s wood print col­ lections were exhibited, and paint­ ings by Paul Gorka, Richard Rutkow­ ski, and Helen Mosier were also shown. Irene Lorentowicz gave a lecture and demonstration of her drawings, which were later presented to the Nanticoke Girl Scouts, and are now permanently on display at the Nanticoke Public Library. The Committee’s first dramatic pre­ sentation was Mickiewicz’s Forefather’s Eve, directed by Al Groh. The Nativity Play, Bethlehem, by Lucyan Rydel, was presented to the larger public during the Christmas festivities of 1955. In 1956, an outstanding and highly successful program, “Fashions of History”, was presented which was based on a great deal of research on Wyoming Valley’s history. It high­ lighted Indian contributions, the dis­ covery of coal, and the participation of the varied ethnic groups in the val­ ley. In 1964 “Festival of Leaves” was presented to promote the beauty of the valley, particularly the autumn scene. Several governmental divisions and commissions contributed to the pro­ gram, making it truly a statewide cele­ bration. The Committee also took on a major project, that of hosting the ballet troupe of Jurek Lazowski from New York which performed Pan Twardowski. It hosted receptions for the Mazowsze Dance Group and the Poznan Choir from Poland. The ACPCC convention was held in WilkesBarre in 1959, and of course, the Com­ mittee was responsible for this huge convention. The Smithsonian’s “Crafts of Poland” display was held in WilkesBarre. One of the favorite annual pro­ grams is a reception for Maestro Thomas Michalak and the Philhar­ monic Orchestra of Pittsburgh. The Committee has also been an active par­ ticipant in community events such as the United Nations Pageant and the May Arts Fiesta. In cooperation with the Wyoming Valley Wrestling Asso­ ciation, the Committee welcomed the Polish National Junior Wrestling Team. For the 1975 Christmas ethnic pre­ sentations at the County Courthouse, the Polish Room Committee’s table served 7,500 persons who came to sample the festivities. Their program of Polish Songs received a standing ovation at the reception, and inter­ estingly enough theirs was the only group which received this kind of applause. Numerous trips to other exhibits and programs throughout the country were This photo was taken in 1961 of the founders of the Polish Room Committee: Stefan Mrozewski, world-famous wood sculptor and artist, who designed the room; Mrs. Vincent Znaniecki, president of the Wilkes College Polish Room Committee, Maria Kocyan, founder and first president of the Polish Room Committee; and Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan, former trustee of The Kosciuszko Fundation. (Photo by Paul Bieley) sponsored, such as, to the Slask Song and Dance Ensemble at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia, to the Mil­ lennium Concert at Carnegie Hall, New York, and to the All-Chopin Con­ cert at Lincoln Center, New York (which was sponsored by The Kosciusz­ ko Foundation). It is quite evident that the Com­ mittee’s projects cover a very wide range. In the Spring of 1964 it hosted four 4-H Club Exchange students who went to Poland for six months. In 1951, the Committee decided to hold annual balls, whose proceeds would be given over to The Kosciuszko Foundation. Since that time, the event has been an annual affair. As a result of the activities of this Committee, two mem­ bers were placed on The Kosciuszko Foundation National Council, which advises the KF staff on scholarship ap­ plicants, on local programs, and pro­ motes KF activities throughout the country. The theme for the 1975 Kosciuszko Foundation Ball was “A Salute to Po­ lish Women”. In light of this, as well as the United Nations Resolution calling for increased emphasis on the contributions of women, the Committee devoted a short portion of each of its meetings in 1975 to a program pro­ filing the life of an outstanding Polish woman. Through special fund-raising events, such as an annual card party and bus trips to the Pocono Playhouse, the Committee also makes contributions to the support of Wilkes College. In 1972 the Marie Kocyan Scholarship Fund was created, in memory of the first One of the original oil paintings hanging in the Polish Room. Donated by KF trustee Miss Mary Koons, this painting is an original of Joseph Brodowski, "Chlop z konmi" (Farmer with his horses). Brodowski was born in Warsaw in 1828 and was a student of January Suchodolski. He is generally known for his battlescenes and genre pieces. Page Three �president of the Polish Room Com­ mittee. The first donation to this worthy cause was made by Mrs. Cana­ van in memory of her son, James. Also, Mrs. Marion Moore Coleman pre­ sented her entire collection of the poet­ ry of Kazimiera Illakowiczowna in memory of Marie Kocyan. One of the most significant contri­ butions of this Committee today is its compilation of data, including photos, family histories, early documents, news­ papers, and books, tracing the history of the Polish settlers in the Wyoming Valley. This is valuable material for State Historical Societies, for ethnic studies departments at universities, and of course for The Kosciuszko Founda­ tion. Many photographs were contri­ buted to the Bicentennial Photographic Competition held by the KF. Throughout the last decade, students from local colleges have used the Polish Room’s collection of data for various research papers and theses on the graduate level. There has been cooper­ ation with local television stations for documentaries on Polish Americans. Recently, the president of the Polish Room Committee completed a history of St. Stanislaus Roman Catholic Church in Nanticoke, in preparation for the church’s 1975 centennial cele­ brations. Ethnic studies programs at local colleges are using the Commit­ tee’s materials for their curriculum. The Committee is currently affiliated on a professional basis with the fol­ lowing societies: Wyoming Historical and Geological Society, the Pennsyl­ vania State Historical Society, the Po­ lish American Historical Association, The Kosciuszko Foundation, The American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, the Polish American Congress, , and Perspectives, Inc. > This brief history shows only a part ; of the tremendous activity of this Committee. The service performed for the Polish American community as well as for the wider American so­ ciety is overwhelming. Their objectives of fostering an appreciation of Polish culture through educational programs has been fulfilled. It is hoped that Po­ lish Americans may be instilled with a true recognition of their illustrious past and that they may develop a sense of pride in their heritage, and that all Americans have the opportunity through this Committee’s devoted work to be exposed to the diversified excel­ lence of Polish culture. Q Page Four WHEN WILL IT ALL STOP? Sister Cities Early last summer, the Chopin Sing­ ing Society of Buffalo took part in a triumphal vocal tour of Poland. Buf­ falo’s Mayor Stanley M. Makowski, travelled with the group. As a result, Buffalo and Rzeszow in Poland were linked up as sister cities. Generally such ties are looked upon as a means of bind­ ing peoples together. To Dr. Paul S. Friedman, of the History Department at Youngstown State University, Youngs­ town, Ohio, this was not the case. On July 7th, his letter to Mayor Makowski was; printed in Buffalo’s Courier­ press. The letter reads as follows: living in Poland today, than lived in Rzeszow alone on the eve of World War II? “You may proclaim that Chopm brought tears to the eyes of your listen­ ers, but another audience of ghosts at­ tended your concert. And the melody they heard was “Zong nit Keynmol.” The first question that arises is why' a letter intended for the Mayor was I sent instead to a newspaper? The second, why the continual obsession! with a distorted and perverted version of Polish-Jewish relations? In her reply' to this letter, which appeared in a sub­ sequent issue of the newspaper, Su­ Regret at Buffalo’s Link preme Court Justice (New York) Annj With Rzeszow Expressed T. Mikoll, who is a member of the It has been brought to m attention Chopin Singing Society and who was in1 that you [Mayor Makowski have re­ Poland with the group, wrote the turned from what has been termed a following: “thrilling” adventure in Poland. I un­ “I was offended by Dr. Saul Fried­ derstand, further, that as a consequence man’s letter of objection to the sister­ of your trip, the cities of Buffalo and city status which appeared in the' Rzeszow have informally been pro­ Morning Mail column, July 7. Dr.! claimed “sister cities.” I can appreciate Friedman’s reason is attributed to the your ethnic pride, but as a Jew and a persecution of the Jews in the Rzeszow: historian, I can only express my sorrow region during World War II. Thought at your choice of sister cities. his title implies a scholastic back-' “Rzeszow has a glorious history in ground, he failed to note the signi­ Poland. Since the end of the 16th cen­ ficant fact that it was Hitler’s Nazi| tury there were Jewish artisans — troops who were responsible for the stamp cutters, jewelers, goldsmiths, persecution of Jews in Poland and not stonecutters — in the town and their the Poles. merchandise was well-known as “Rze­ “During the war, not only Jews but' szow Gold.” By 1900 more than one- Poles, as well, died at the hands of Nazi I third of its population was Jewish. One oppressors. The ovens of Oswiecim of them, one of 14 children, was my carried both peoples to their deaths. father. “What have the crimes of Nazis to “I wonder when so many tears were do with Poles who were victims of that shed for the songs of Chopin, did any­ same madness? The sign Dr. Friedman one in Rzeszow tell you of the plaque speaks of was in German and erected which was set up on the main square by Germans, who in 1942 had overun of the town on Sept. 1, 1942, proclaim­ this part of Poland. ing the city Judenfrei. “In my home sacred family “I wonder if anyone ever mentioned treasure given by a Jewish neighbor to how the atmosphere of a city which my cousin who was the mayor of Kohad been one-third Jewish had been laczyce for his efforts in attempting to altered by what we Jews call the Holo­ save the Jews. My cousin’s deeds were caust. I wonder if anyone mentioned repeated by scores of other Poles who the disgusting anti-Semitism which attempted to protect their Jewish greeted the few survivors of the charnel neighbors. I hardly think that Dr. houses when they attempted to return Friedman’s ancestors would approve of to villages like Rzeszow, Rolomyja or the wedge he has driven between two Kopyczyirnce. long-suffering peoples by his thought­ “I wondered if anyone bothered to less letter.” point out that Poland has few ethnic Polish Rock problems today since three million ethnics disappeared. Did anyone bother On December 6th, Sy Perlman’s pro­ to mention that there are fewer Jews duction of a brief sketch on rock music �iu-An. U-ib-°i7 , Wilkes-Barre, PA, Thursday, November 20,1997 CommunitySpotlight Above, books about Poland are abundant at the Pol­ ish Room Inside the Wilkes library. The room is maintained by the Polish Room Committee which was formed almost 50 years ago. One exhibit inside the Polish Room Includes glassware. Preserving heritage Story by WENDY MELLO • Wilkes-Barre Leader Correspondent — Times leader Photos by CHRIS ABRAHAM reserving the past, im­ proving the present and protecting the future of Polish heritage is the task the Polish Room Committee has embraced for almost 50 years. One of the committee's lega­ cies is the Polish Room which is tucked away on the second floor of the Eugene S. Farley Library at Wilkes University. The committee, comprised of local people of Polish descent, maintains the room which houses furniture, architecture, books, paintings, tapestries, sculpture and other heirlooms for students of Polish history to enjoy. The plaque welcoming visi­ tors to the Polish Room ex­ plains its mission: The room is dedicated to the memory of the Polish settlers who have come to the Wyoming Valley since 1856. A step inside the room transports visitors to a small villa in Zakopane, a resort city in the Tatra mountains, a part of the Alps, said Jule Znaniec­ ki, president and one of the founders of the Polish Room Committee. The room's walls are covered with authentic Polish tapes­ tries or killins, paintings by fa­ mous Polish artists from the area, and pictures of famous Polish people. The window dressings are made of hand-wo­ ven cloth from Poland. On the floor is an authentic Polish carpet. The thick wood furniture was hand-carved by Polish artisans. Display cases outside the room exhibit eggs hand painted with traditional Polish designs, including flowers and bright colors. Alice Kwiatkowski, a mem­ ber of the Committee, explains P See HERITAGE, Page 9 Eighty-nineyear-old Jule Znaniecki, president of the Polish Room Com­ mittee, dis- . plays some books that are housed Inside the Polish Room. At left is Poland's national sym­ bol and at right, the American flag. The commit­ tee, com­ prised of local people of Pol­ ish back­ ground, main-' tains the room inside the Wilkes Univer­ sity library. �lie (.neuter vv Hites-tlurre Leader, vviiKes-oai Community Spotlight Heritage (Continued from page 8) that most of the items from Poland are hand made. It may be because the many wars that have been fought on Polish soil have left it relatively poor, she said. Idea for the room rooted in Pittsburgh Znanieckl, 89, of Nanti­ coke, said the idea of a Dolores Bennett looks over photographs from the Polish Room archives. A group of lo­ cal people with roots In Poland maintain the room at the Wilkes University library. Polish Room came from Dr. Eugene S. Farley after he had seen the Nationali­ ty Rooms at the University of Pittsburgh in 1947. Farley wanted to create museums and reference rooms for all nationalities at the school, which was then Bucknell University, Znaniecki said. The Polish was the only group that took advantage of Farley’s offer. The committee itself is rooted in the New York­ based organization called The Kosciuszko Founda­ tion. In 1937, the founda­ tion asked some local Polish-Americans to sponsor a Yuletide Kosciuszko Foundation Ball to raise money for academic and cultural programs for the New York chapter. One local ball was held prior to the outbreak of World War II and then the idea fell by the wayside, Znaniecki said. The ball witnessed a re­ birth in the early 1950s and has been held every January since that time. Around the same time, If you go... The Polish Room is located on the second floor of the Eugene S. Farley Li­ brary at Wilkes University, 187 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. To visit the Polish Room, call the li­ brary at 408-4254 for available times. ■ A portrait of the famous Polish en­ tertainer Helena Modjeska, who used the stage name Heleny Modrzejewsklej, hangs on a wall inside the Polish Room at the Wilkes Uni­ versity library. ModrzeJewskieJ spent a few years In the Wyoming Valley during the early part of the century. the group began building the Polish Room inside the Farley Library. Initially, the formal events served as fund raisers to furnish the room and acquire books and art. Today, the group still purchases books, but it does much more. It spon­ sors performances by fa­ mous Polish singers, mu­ sicians, and artists. Mem­ bers continue to donate money to Polish charities, send relief for flood vic­ tims, and help organize visits of Polish dignitaries and athletes. The room Itself was de­ signed by Stephan Mrozewski, a Polish wood­ block engraver. Traditional Polish designs, painted by Stefan Hellersperk, of Dal­ las Township, adorn the beams. Hellersperk also hand-carved all of the fur­ niture, except for eight chairs commissioned for each of the founding mem­ bers by Mathieu's of Philadelphia, Znaniecki said. Each artifact has its own tale to tell Alice Kwiatkowski, standing, and Ceil Sawicki, pore over pho­ tographs and other records at the Polish Room InsHp the Wilkes University library. One of the most price­ less attractions in the room is a 16th century map of Poland drawn by Abraham Ortelius, a Flem­ ish cartographer who was the royal map maker to King Philip II of Spain. The map was donated by Dr. and Mrs. J.J. Kocyan; Mrs. Kocyan originally formed the Committee. Znaniecki says members have tried to do their own research and compiled nu­ merous books and clip­ pings on famous Polish ac­ tors. actresses, musicians and opera singers. Information on famous Polish people like, Marie Curie, the woman who dis­ covered radiation, Nico­ laus Copernicus, as­ tronomer, and Chopin, composer and musician, are available for research. The room also pays trib­ ute to lesser known people who made major contribu­ tions. Tade*st Kosciuszko and Kazimierz Pulaski were famous Revolutionary war heroes. Kosciuzko is responsible for the fortifi­ cation at West Point. Znaniecki said, and some say he is the reason Amer­ ica won the war. Pulaski, a master horseman, was one of few Calvary officers who were born in a foreign country. A painting by local Pol­ ish artist D. Bezdieski hangs in the room. Bezdieski moved to Nanti­ coke from Poland in the 1880s and painted murals on the roof of St. Stanis­ laus Church. Photographs of his work are all that re­ main since the ceiling was painted a solid color in the late 1980s. Olga Trotsky Treskoff left her Glen Lyon home and became a Hollywood actress. She died in 1938 at age 36. Another actress, Helena Modjeska is also pictured in the room. Znaniecki says Modjeska performed in Wilkes-Barre at the Music Hall in the old Sterling Hotel in 1896. Modjeska's's nephew. W.T. Benda, was a famous Polish mask maker and sculptor. His mask of Je­ sus Christ is featured in the room. Like most of the room's displays, the mask was obtained through a do­ nation. Another interesting item featured on the man­ tle piece is a set of etched crystal goblets from the Royal Castle in Warsaw. The goblets were smuggled out of the country just be­ fore Hitler leveled the city during World War II. The castle has been re­ built, thanks to a clever Pole who hid the castle's precious furnishings un­ derground, Znaniecki said. The Polish Room is lo­ cated on the second floor of the Wilkes University Eugene S. Farley Li­ brary. To experience the artifacts first hand, or study the polish books first-hand, contact the li­ brary. ��iiKCi iiuuscs opeciai nxniDiL^, ------T~"\z2ivy<^4"z^zJ U\*<4 J 1\ 4T ._ __1 ‘1 * _ �o iikcs LAuiary nouses special Exhibits, ------- Devoted Friends ’ Memorabilia----It is not uncommon for a library to contain 300,000 volumes, accommodate 500 students in study area, and provide faculty research of­ fices, student study carrels, and microforms as does the Wilkes College Eugene Shedden Farley Library. It is, however, uncommon for a col­ lege library to express as deep an interest in its immediate community like the Wilkes Library, As a special tribute to members of the community and in devotion to the culture of Wyoming Valley, the library houses special ex­ hibits to enhance and expand people’s knowledge of those who have contributed in the past. On the first floor of the library, past the card catalogue and the aisles of books, are two rooms dedicated to the memory of two of the most influential members of the Wilkes com­ munity. The Eleanor Coates Farley Room was constructed in honor of the late wife of the first Wilkes president, Eugene Farley. The room reflects through its design and memorabilia Mrs. Farley’s talent and interest in the arts. The Admiral Harold R. Stark Room commemorates the military career of Admiral Stark who also served as chairman of the board of trustees at the college. The room captures the dignity of the Wilkes-Barre native who became a major military figure during World War II. The late Admiral Stark was named Chief of Naval Opera­ tions in 1939 and then took on the command of European Naval forces in 1942. During World War II, he acted as a liaison between Prime Minister Winston Churchill and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. For his service during the war years, he was awarded the Distinguished (See WILKES, page 49) voice. W IL K JS^A K R ^PA JW ’ Polish Room Eleanor Coates Farley Room �CITIZENS’ VOICE, WILKES-BARRE, PA., THURSDAY, JULY 9,1981 McClintock Room Admiral Stark Room Wilkes Library Houses Special Exhibits, ------- Devoted Friends ’ Memorabilia-------It is not uncommon for a library to contain 300,000 volumes, accommodate 500 students in study area, and provide faculty research of­ fices, student study carrels, and microforms as does the Wilkes College Eugene Shedden Farley Library. It is, however, uncommon for a col­ lege library to express as deep an interest in its immediate community like the Wilkes Library, As a special tribute to members of the community and in devotion to the culture of Wyoming Valley, the library houses special ex­ hibits to enhance and expand people’s knowledge of those Polish Room who have contributed in the past. On the first floor of the library, past the card catalogue and the aisles of books, are two rooms dedicated to the memory of two of the most influential members of the Wilkes com­ munity. The Eleanor Coates Farley Room was constructed in honor of the late wife of the first Wilkes president, Eugene Farley. The room reflects through its design and memorabilia Mrs. Farley’s talent and interest in the arts. The Admiral Harold R. Stark Room commemorates the military career of Admiral Stark who also served as chairman of the board of trustees at the college. The room captures the dignity of the Wilkes-Barre native who became a major military figure during World War II. The late Admiral Stark was named Chief of Naval Opera­ tions in 1939 and then took on the command of European Naval forces in 1942. During World War II, he acted as a liaison between Prime Minister Winston Churchill and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. For his service during the war years, he was awarded the Distinguished (See WILKES, page 49) Eleanor Coates Farlev Room �CITIZENS' VOICE, WILKES-BARRE, PA., THURSDAY, JULY9,1981 'll III McClintock Room Admiral Stark Room Wilkes Library Houses Special Exhibits, ----- Dev oted Friends ’ Memorabilia----It is not uncommon for a library to contain 300,000 volumes, accommodate 500 students in study area, and provide faculty research of­ fices, student study carrels, and microforms as does the Wilkes College Eugene Shedden Farley Library. It is, however, uncommon for a col­ lege library to express as deep an interest in its immediate community like the Wilkes Library, As a special tribute to members of the community and in devotion to the culture of Wyoming Valley, the library houses special ex­ hibits to enhance and expand people’s knowledge of those Polish Room who have contributed in the past. On the first floor of the library, past the card catalogue and the aisles of books, are two rooms dedicated to the memory of two of the most influential members of the Wilkes com­ munity. The Eleanor Coates Farley Room was constructed in honor of the late wife of the first Wilkes president, Eugene Farley. The room reflects through its design and memorabilia Mrs. Farley’s talent and interest in the arts. The Admiral Harold R. Stark Room commemorates the military career of Admiral Stark who also served as chairman of the board of trustees at the college. The room captures the dignity of the Wilkes-Barre native who became a major military figure during World War II. The late Admiral Stark was named Chief of Naval Opera­ tions in 1939 and then took on the command of European Naval forces in 1942. During World War II, he acted as a liaison between Prime Minister Winston Churchill and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. For his service during the war years, he was awarded the Distinguished (See WILKES, page 49) Eleanor Coates Farley Room �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Polish Room scrapbooks Description An account of the resource A collection of scrapbooks created by the Polish Committee from the 1940s through the present day. Materials included in the scrapbooks include photographs, correspondence, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera on the Polish Room at E.S. Farley Library and Polish-American contributions in the Wyoming Valley. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Committee Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1940s through present day. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon, 2026 April 22 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Wilkes University retains copyright of this publication. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/b8d201bdffb22ada74515379db36c50d.pdf 3d7496f442e3c5d90dfd35661b35dbad PDF Text Text The Beacon - April 15, 2026 THE BEACON Est. 1936 Wilkes University - Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Pa. Newspaper Association Member Volume 78, Issue 20 1 “The news of today reported by the journalists of tomorrow.” Oil and gas prices climb as conflict continues Photo/Andrew Marshallsay Home heating oil, as well as gas and diesel prices in NEPA have skyrocketed since early March. In Wilkes-Barre, gas and diesel are hovering around $4 to $6 dollars. See page 3 for full story. Under the Baobob Tree: Preview page 4 Food Review Finale: The Anthracite Cafe page 11 Editorial: Are breaks really breaks? page 14 Sports: Spring season checkin page 19 �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 News News 2 Have a breaking story or a press release to send? Contact the news editor Leah Smith at leah.smith1@wilkes.edu Student government notes: April 8 By Alli Lussi News Assistant Editor Student Government met on April 8 to discuss both internal and external business. The meeting started with the treasurer’s report at $24,952.99. The meeting then went into the first presentation coming from SAE Baja Racing Club. The club came in for week two of two, to propose a re-recognition from Student Government for future funding. The club explained that the activities within the club are unique and would draw a lot of attention to the school. The board quickly approved the proposal and the club will now be a Student Government recognized club. PPHS presented next for week two for a fund request for BLS (basic life support) materials, so the program can provide BLS training for a discounted price. The board voted, and chose to allocate a full allocation of $2,426.44 to PPHS. Table Tennis club came in for week one of two for a proposal for recognition from Student Government. The presentation was brief, hitting on points that the club can be a potential intramural as well as a fun club for new friendships. The board loved the initial presentation, and will decide next week if the club will be Student Government recognized. A Student Government constitution change was also proposed, adding that general board members will be required to complete 20 hours of volunteer work for events. The board had a brief discussion and will consider the change. A decision will be made next week. The final budget request presentation was also discussed. Michael Santini, executive treasurer explained that the overall budget was cut $26,000 from last year’s budget. Clubs, including the MEGA council, will be receiving funding from this budget. The board approved the budget request. The general board then finalized nominations for executive board voting, and then voted for each member who will take the positions. Sabrina Lateef will be executive vice president. Aiden Morgan will be executive treasurer. Alton Smargiassi will be executive recording Ssecretary. Saraiya Zaheer will be corresponding secretary. John Tondora, elected student body president, has chosen Ian Kunec for parliamentarian and Griffin Viola for sergeant at arms. The board then nominated staff and faculty of the Year, as well as sent out the forms for the student body to vote. The meeting was then adjourned and Student Government will meet again on April 15. Beacon Briefs: Upcoming campus events South Asian Society to celebrate Holi Join the South Asian Society from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 17 in the Fenner Quad to celebrate Holi, the festival of colors. Wear clothes that can get messy from the color powder. Contact bisma.chaudhry@wilkes.edu with questions. *** Crystal, rock and mineral sale The GeoExplorers Club is holding a crystal, rock, and mineral sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, on the first floor of the SUB. *** Sigma Tau Delta collecting books Sigma Tau Delta is collecting new and gently used children's books and chapter books to support United Way's Annual Book Drive. Drop boxes will be located at Farley Library, Kirby Hall, and the SUB info desk. Donations will be collected from April 13 through 23 at 5 p.m. Contact madelyn.rex@wilkes.edu with any questions. *** University assisting with United Way annual book drive The Office of Civic Engagement and the University Staff Advisory Committee are partnering to assist the United Way of the Wyoming Valley for the 11th Annual Children’s Book Drive. Members of the Wilkes University community are asked to donate new or gently used children’s board, picture, or chapter books. Collection boxes have been placed in the following locations on campus: Henry Student Center, Starbucks, Stark Learning Center Lobby (near the POD). On campus donations will be taken until Thursday, April 23. Contact Jeanne Rabel (jeanne.rabel@ wilkes.edu) or Catie Becker (catherine. becker@wilkes.edu) with questions. *** Pain and addiction summit slated The Pain & Addiction Summit will be held in the Stark Learning Center on Friday, April 24. The full schedule of programming can be found at www.wilkes. edu/addiction. Faculty, staff & students are welcome to attend at no charge. Please call the Center for Continued Learning at ext. 4460 to participate *** Lavender celebration to be held This year’s Lavender Celebration will be held at 3 p.m. in the Miller Room. The celebration recognizes graduating LGBTQ+ students. Each participant will receive a lavender honor cord and certificate. To register for the event, check out Today @ Wilkes. This event is sponsored by the Wilkes University Gender and Sexuality Alliance and the Office of Diversity Initiatives. Please contact Dr. Helen Davis with questions. Table of Contents News..................2 Life, A&E............7 Opinion............14 Sports................19 Commencement 2026 Wilkes University's 79th annual spring commencement will be held Saturday, May 16, 2026. Commencement celebrates the university's Spring 2026 graduates as well as Summer 2025 and Winter 2025 graduates. Ceremonies will be held at the McHale Athletic Center (MAC) in the Simms Center at 169 South Main St. The graduate student ceremony begins at 10 a.m., doors open 9 a.m. The bachelor's degree ceremony begins at 3 p.m., doors open 2 p.m. The MAC will close between ceremonies for cleaning and preparation. Want your event featured in the calendar? Email: kalen.churcher@wilkes.edu �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 News 3 Conflict in Middle East equals higher oil prices in NEPA By Andrew Marshallsay Managing Editor On Feb. 28, the United States and Israel launched a joint-military operation in the Middle East, primarily. One result of the activities has been an increase in oil prices, leading heating oil and gasoline prices to skyrocket. February marked the second time in under a year that the two nations have joined forces to launch strikes in the region. In June 2025, Israel launched their surprise attack on Iranian nuclear depots and manufacturing plants, aiming to dismantle the country’s nuclear weapons effort, with the conflict lasting 12 days. Iran has seized control of the Strait of Hormuz, and foreign oil tankers in the strait have been fired upon, resulting in The situation in the strait as well as the Persian Gulf has escalated to the point where tankers are stuck and in some cases, surrounded by sea mines that have been placed in the water by the Iranian navy. Wilkes University professor of global economics Dr. Mona Pearl explained that a large reason for oil prices increasing is panic on the market. Dr. Pearl explained that people ‘get panicky.’ As the conflict goes on, the people who were invested in long-term oil markets take their money out. She went on to explain that as the United States releases more barrels from the strategic reserves and the market stabilizes, prices will track down eventually. Closer to home, NEPA has been no stranger to the rising costs of fuel around the country. Many first think of gasoline and diesel when they think of rising oil prices, however another largely used fuel in the area is heating oil. In Pennsylvania, heating oil is a fairly common source of fuel for households in the commonwealth. According to the Northeast Gas Association, approximately 13.5 percent of households in the Keystone State use fuel oil to heat their homes. Heating oil is used primarily by those in areas in which natural gas is unavailable, mostly in rural areas, such Photo/Andrew Marshallsay With the rising prices of oil globally due to the conflict in the Middle East, gas and diesel prices have seen a high increase as well. Gas prices in Wilkes-Barre remain at over $4 per gallon. The Sheetz on Highway 315 in Plains Twp, Pa. has had their prices go up. Right now, a gallon of gas is $4.25, with diesel tracking well over $6 per gallon. as Shickshinny. Resident and Northwest Area High School principal Ryan Miner says his costs have risen. “When we first moved in, oil was all we had for heat. We added the wood pellet stove so we didn’t have to use so much oil,” he said. Miner went on to explain that his oil bill rose from $2.95 on Dec. 26, 2025 to $3.45 a gallon on March 2. The rising costs to heat his home are no different than other places in Pennsylvania. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, heating oil in February was about $3.88 a gallon. Just over a month later, the average price for a gallon of residential heating oil has risen to $4.79, an almost one-dollar increase. However, local gas companies in NEPA have seen their prices rise further than the average. On Feb. 27, Button Energy, located in Mountain Top, Pa. was selling their heating oil for $3.97 a gallon, which was prior to the conflict’s beginning. As of March 23 that price rose over a dollar to $5.26 a gallon. More specifically, it’s a $1.29 increase. With no end in sight to ‘Operation Epic Fury,’ one can only assume that the price of oil will only continue to rise globally. For local residents and fuel distributors, it’s not a matter of if, but when they will have to cope with rising fuel costs. “If we get low, we have no other choice because it also heats our hot water,” Miner said. “It does make us try to not use it as much.” There have been rumblings of a ceasefire agreement, with Pakistan serving as the mediator in talks. For now though, the U.S. has said it’s going to use its navy to open Hormuz. Of course, gasoline and diesel prices have also climbed. In Wilkes-Barre and the surrounding areas, gas prices are well above $4 per gallon, with diesel more than $6. "The high gas prices has been hurting my wallet very bad as of late.," said Wilkes student Billy Searle. "Being a commuter who travels over 200 miles per week, at times it feels like my whole entire paycheck is just going into my gas tank." �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 News 4 Women, rideshare and risk: Staying safe off-campus and on By Thaelis Andujar News assistant editor Nikki Steinberg Staff writer As rideshare services like Uber expand and evolve, new safety features are being introduced in response to ongoing concerns, particularly among women. A recently launched option allowing women to request women drivers has sparked both support and debate, raising broader questions about safety for college students navigating campus life and surrounding communities. At Wilkes University, built-in safety measures offer students structured protections not always present in the surrounding city of Wilkes-Barre. “I think that women on campus have more options to be safe because of protections that are on campus,” Nicole Langan, director of residence life and Title IX coordinator, stated. She pointed to features such as “the blue light call boxes” and Public Safety escorts, noting that “there’s a way that if you don’t have your cell phone… you can call for help.” However, those protections exist within an open campus environment. “You have to be the same level of cautiousness, because anybody could get into our campus,” Langan said. This balance between structured safety and real-world exposures reflects a broader challenge for students: navigating spaces that are simultaneously protected and public. Langan emphasized that safety is not only about infrastructure but also about individual choices, especially in social settings. “Students going to parties and drinking definitely lowers their inhibition and safety,” she said. She advises students to “stay with a friend group” and recognize that alcohol can reduce awareness and decisionmaking. This concern is especially relevant during late-night hours, when students are more likely to rely on rideshare services rather than walking. National data highlights why safety Screenshot from Uber.com remains a pressing issue. Between 2017 and 2022, thousands of sexual assault allegations were reported on Uber, including 5,981 cases from 20172018 and 2,717 cases from 2021-2022. While reports declined over time, this coincided with reduced ride volume during the COVID-19 pandemic. More broadly, 400,000 sexual misconduct complaints were reported internally during that same period, equivalent to roughly one report every eight minutes. Data from Lyft reinforces the gendered nature of these incidents. In 2020, “81% of victims were women,” and “91% of rape victims were riders,” indicating that passengers, particularly women, face the greatest risk. Although Uber states that 99.9% of rides occur without incident, the scale of usage means that even a small percentage results in thousands or reported cases. According to the Hazleton City Police Department, the local area remains relatively safe but not without concern. “In the Hazleton area, we are fortunate to have a community that is generally safe,” Jessica Surkin, public information officer of the Hazleton Police Department, stated. “However… we do encounter incidents that impact women, including harassment, domestic-related offenses, and occasional crimes of opportunity.” Surkin notes that “a higher number of incidents” occur “during late evening and overnight hours,” particularly on weekends, times that align with increased student activity and rideshare use. The department has responded by increasing patrol presence and prioritizing “public safety education” and victim support initiatives. In response to long-standing criticism over safety, Uber has introduced a “Women Preferences” feature that allows women riders and drivers to be matched with each other. According to reporting from the BBC and other outlets, the feature is designed to help women “feel more confident” when using the service. The option allows women to request female drivers, reserve rides in advance, or set a default preference within the app. It has already been rolled out nationwide after pilot programs in major cities. Langan views the feature as a positive step, particularly for those who feel uncomfortable. “For anybody who would feel uncomfortable going into a car with a man, I think that that’s a nice option,” she said. However, she also acknowledged practical limitations, noting that most rideshare drivers are men. This aligns with national data showing that only about 20% of drivers in the U.S. are women, which may affect availability. The feature has also sparked controversy. Critics argue it may raise legal concerns about discrimination, while supporters view it as a necessary response to persistent safety issues. From a law enforcement perspective, the Hazleton City Police Department supports the initiative but emphasizes caution: “Any initiative that aims to increase personal safety and comfort is a positive step.” Still, officials stress that it “should not replace personal safety practices.” Despite technological advancements, both campus officials and police stress that personal responsibility remains critical. “Just letting a friend know… ‘Hey, hopping in an Uber,’” Langan said, can provide an additional layer of protection. Similarly, the Hazleton City Police Department advises riders to “always confirm the driver’s name, vehicle, and license plate,” “share your trip details,” and “trust your instincts, if something feels off, do not enter the vehicle.” Langan echoed this statement: “If you feel weird about the person driving the Uber, just pick a different Uber.” The introduction of women-focused rideshare features reflects a larger issue. As the Hazleton Police Department noted, “features like this highlight ongoing concerns about personal safety, particularly for women.” While companies like Uber are introducing new tools, experts agree that safety requires a collective effort. “Safety is most effective when it is a shared effort,” Surkin stated, emphasizing collaboration between law enforcement, private companies, and the community. For college students, especially women, navigating this landscape means balancing independence with awareness, both on campus and beyond. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 News 5 Professor profile on Assistant Professor Dr. Kailey Rocker By Mollie Kuhar Special to the Beacon Dr. Kailey Rocker is an assistant professor of anthropology at Wilkes University, specializing in southeastern European studies and passionate about sharing the discipline’s diverse perspectives with her students. Dr. Rocker began her academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in sociology and anthropology from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi. She then attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning both her MA and PhD in Anthropology. After completing her graduate studies in 2022, Dr. Rocker specialized in subfields such as archaeology, biological anthropology and medical anthropology. Her anthropological research focuses on Albanian and Southeastern European Studies. Following her graduate studies, she served as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Graz, working in the 'Dimensions of Europeanization' field. “During this time, I enjoyed engaging in interdisciplinary conversations with scholars from across Europe and Eurasia–united by our research focus on southeastern Europe,” Dr. Rocker said. “I knew this was the field for me as early as my junior year of high school.” She explained that most students “don’t have the pleasure of discovering anthropology until university." However, she became intrigued by traditions, histories and practicies and wanted to better understand the cultural perspectives. “I was particularly interested in Mississippian mine cultures such as the Poverty Point people responsible for the impressive mound structures at the Poverty Point site in Louisiana,” she said. In her teaching, Dr. Rocker uses her own research to explain new concepts, methods, and theories. She finds that real-life examples–either from her work or other anthropologists–make ideas clearer and more engaging for students. In her most recent project, she studied how commemoration is practiced in Southeastern Europe by examining remembrance activities at memory sites in Albania connected to its socialist past. “This builds on my general interest in exploring how the past is framed, encountered, and used to shape the present and future.” She will explore this topic further in a course on historical memory titled 'Ghosts of Our Past,' to be offered in the fall of 2026. Dr. Rocker plans to develop a project focused on working with the Albanian diaspora in the NEPA region. She wants to learn more about the Albanian American experience in small cities and “how such places shape community, connection, and what it means to be Albanian today–as well as how this community shapes WilkesBarre.” She also wants to start a network of students, faculty, and staff with connections to Russia, Eastern Europe, and Eurasia. “Networking is an important opportunity to create connections, learn about the region, and stay up to date on current events, happenings, and funding opportunities.” At Wilkes, Dr. Rocker joins the Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences. Her courses will include ANT 101: Introduction to Anthropology, ANT 102: Cultural Anthropology, and ANT 298: Crossing Lines: Human Migration. Looking ahead to Spring 2027, she is developing an Anthropology of Crime course. She is also open to course suggestions from students interested in the Anthropology program concentration. Dr. Rocker hopes students will leave her courses with the ability to use an anthropological lens to understand their daily lives in a diverse, globally connected world. “Anthropology provides a framework to reflect on our cultural assumptions and experiences, and to strengthen connections across cultural backgrounds and differences.” As an undergraduate, Dr. Rocker benefited from supportive professors and now aims to offer the same support to her students. “I am where I am today because of the support I received from my professors.” �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 News 6 Africana Studies invites campus to gather “Under the Baobab Tree” By Thaelis Andujar Assistant News Editor ������������������������������ ��������� ������ ���� �������� ��� � �� �� ������ ���� ��� ������ � ������� ��� �������� ���������� ���� � ��������������� � �� ������������� ������������������������������������ ����������������� �������������� �� �� ���������������������� ����������� ���� � ­����€�� ��������������������������� ‚�������� ��� ���� �� �� ����������� ��� ����� ���� ��� ���� ������ ������� ������� ���� �� ���� � ����� � ��� ���� ������� ������ �ƒ���� ��������� ��� ��� ���� „����� ��� …���†� ‚�� ���� ����� ���� ��� � ��������� ���� ������������������� ������� ���� ������� �������������������������������������������� ���� ���� � ��� ������� ���� ����� �� ����������� �������� ���� ���� ����� ���� ������ �� ������������� ����������� ����� ���� ��� ��������������������������������������� �������� � �������� � ��������������� ���� �� � ����� ���������� ��� � ����� ���� ���� ������� �� �� ��� ������ �� ��� �� ����� ��� ��� ��� ��� ������� �������� ��� ��� ������� ���� ���� ������ ��� ��� ��� ��� ���� ������ �������� ����� ������� ��� ���� �� � ������� ��� �� ���� �������� � ���������������� ���� �������������������� ������� ���� ��� ���� ��� ��� ����������� ��������� �������� ��� ����� ����� ��������� ‡� �������� �� ����������� ������������� �������� ������ � ���� �� �������� ��� �� ��� ��� ��� ���� �ˆ���������� ����� ����� ���� ������ � ‰��� ������ ����������� ��� ������ �� �� �� �Š����������������������� ����‹Œ� ���� ����������������� ��������������� ���Ž���� ��� ��� ������ �� �������� ���� ������ ���� ���� �� ����� ��� ���� ���� ������� �Š������� �� � ��Ž�� � ������ ������������ ��� ���� �������������� � ������ ‚�� ��������� ��� �������� ���� � ������ ������ �� ���� ���� ������ � ���� �������� ��� � � �������� �������� ����� ���� ��‘�� ��������������������� ��������������� ’������ “��� ��������� �� ������� ���� ��� ��� ������������ �������������������� Š ������ �������� ����� ���� ���� ”������� ���� ���� � ���� �ˆ������ �� ��� ���� � ��� ���� ��� ����� ���� ��� �� � �� ���� ����� � ������ ��� ��� ���� �� ����� ��� �������� � � ����������� �������� �������� �� �� ��������������� � ����� ��������� ��� �������� •�� ��� �� ������� ������ ��� ���� �� ��������� ����� ���� ����������� ������� �������� ������� �ˆ������ ��� ��� � ��� ���� ������ ���Š � ��� �� � ������� ��� ����� ����� �� ����������� � ����� ������ ��� ��������� ���� ����������� •�� �–�� ������ �� ��� �� � ��� �������� ��‘�� ������ � ���� ���� ���� �� ������������� ���� �������������� ������������������ �� ���� ������������� ��� �������� � ���� ������������ ����� ��������� �����”������� ���� � ��� � � ���� ’��������� ��������� ���� ’���� ��� ���� ���� �� ��� ����� —�  ��� ���� ���� ������� ���� ��������� ���� ’�������� ��� ’���������‚�������������������˜���� �������� ��������������������� ���� ������������� ������ �������������������–�� � �� ���� ��� ��� ���� � �������� ��������� ���� ���������� � � ���� ��� ������� ��������� ��� �ˆ����� �������������� ���� �������� ��� �� �� �� ������� ����� ������ ���� ������� ����� ������ ����������� ��� ���� ��� ������������������ ���� ������� � ���� �ˆ������ �� ���� ����� ��� ����������� � ��� ����� ��� ���� ��� � ���� �� ����� ��� ���� ����� �������� ����� � ���� ��� �� ��� ������ � ��� ���� ������ ��� ����� ������� ���� �������� ��� ��� �� ����� ��� �� ��������������� ������������� ��������������� � ������ The Beacon wants to know what YOU want to read. What news matters to you most? Email leah.smith1@wilkes.edu �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 7 Life, Arts & Entertainment Life, Arts & Entertainment Have any events or artists to be shared? Contact Life, Arts & Entertainment Editor: Kailey.Vogel@wilkes.edu Fork Around and Find Out: Anthracite Cafe By Allison Lussi News assistant editor This week for Fork Around and Find Out, I went to the Anthracite Cafe on Scott Street in Wilkes-Barre for a very special event, my 21st birthday. I was super excited for this review because not only did I get to review food at the Anthracite, but I also got the chance to review for the first time ever, an alcoholic beverage. The restaurant is very spacious, having two bars and multiple different rooms to sit in while enjoying their delicious food. The Anthracite also has a wing night, which happened to be the night we went. What’s special about Wing night is that it discounts wings to 80 cents a wing. I first ordered my drink, which was a lavender lemon drop martini. I had very high expectations for this drink, especially as this was my first drink ever ordering out at a bar. I also ordered water with a lemon to stay extra hydrated. The martini was very pretty looking. It was a pale purple and smelle delicious. I took my first sip and it was not exactly what I was expecting. It was very strong as far as the lavender flavor went. However, it was still good, in fact my mom shared it with me. The Anthracite also has various draft beers to choose from as well as craft beers. I settled with a Miller Lite for the end of my dinner since I shared the martini. (I would like to put out a disclaimer that I do not condone drinking and driving, and that I did have a designated driver for the whole entire night.) Our food then came out and we got a variety of wings and appetizers. I ordered a bacon ranch dry-rub wing and another called the sweet tooth. The wings were absolutely phenomenal. The wings were crispy and had so much flavor. The dry rub was so flavorful and had little bacon bits that added a nice smoky touch. The sweet tooth was maple syrup-based and equally delicious. It was the perfect sweet and salty combination. We also got macaroni and cheese logs, which are said to always be a hit and they were certainly right about that. The outside of the log is crispy and crunchy, and covered the restaurant’s rocket sauce and cheese sauce. To my surprise, my mom told the waitress that it was my birthday, so the restaurant gave me a free piece of cake and the owner came out to sing happy birthday to me. The staff was amazing and so nice. The overall experience of the Anthracite Cafe was amazing. The food was delicious and the drinks were amazing. I am so glad that I picked this restaurant to celebrate my 21st birthday. I give this restaurant a 9.5/10. Photos/Allison Lussi Clockwise from top: Lavendar lemon drop martini, macaroni and cheese logs and wings. WUPB celebrates small businesses in last bingo of semester By Lynzee Andreuzzi Special to the Beacon On April 9, Wilkes Programming Board hosted Small Business Bingo, which placed a special focus on the local community. By combining entertainment with community involvement, the event brought students together while promoting the importance of shopping local. For this bingo, the prizes added a unique twist that made the event stand out. Instead of just the traditional prizes, winners received items and gift cards donated by small businesses in the area. This allowed students to learn and discover local shops, restaurants and services they might not have explored otherwise. The prizes included a variety of items such as a hat and blanket from Abide Coffeehouse and a mug and gift card to Pour, both coffee shops in the area. Other prizes included vouchers for nearby restaurants and products from small boutiques and specialty shops. Additionally, there were more prizes including free gems, music posters, records, an old Nintendo 3DS, games and many more. This variety of prizes made each round of bingo more exciting than the last. Beyond the fun and competition, the event also served as a reminder of how important small businesses are to the local economy. Another aspect of the Small Business Bingo event was the sense of community it fostered. Students from different majors and backgrounds came together, shared laughs and bonded over the friendly competition. It was a break from the usual stress of classes and provided a welcoming environment where everyone could participate. The energy in the room was positive and lively, making it clear that events like this play an important role in campus life. Photo/Lynzee Andreuzzi Sarah McAndrew, Sociology major, holding the South Main Street Tattoo Basket. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Life, Arts & Entertainment 8 Wilkes and King’s host women’s studies conference By Juliana Kresge Staff Writer Wilkes University and King’s College their annual Women and Gender Studies Conference on March 30 and 31. All events took place on the second floor of the Henry Student Center. Wilkes’ Director of Women’s Studies Dr. Jennifer Thomas and her Kings University counterpart, Dr. Jennifer McClinton-Temple, organized the multischool conference. This year’s conference theme was Gender and Citizenship: Past, Present, and Future. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, speakers explored topics such as social progress and women’s roles in American history. On the first day of the conference, Dr. Lucia McMahon delivered the keynote address: “An Equality of Mind:” The Value of Women’s Education in Early National America. Dr. McMahon is a History Professor at William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ. She has written several books, including Mere Equals: The Paradox of Educated Women in the Early American Republic. Dr. McMahon shared her extensive research on American women’s education in the late18th and early-19th centuries. Shortly after the American Revolution, a number of women’s boarding schools and colleges were established. Primarily located in the northeastern states, these schools almost exclusively catered to young white women from wealthy families. “Going to one of these schools was considered a great honor,” Dr McMahon said. “College events were open to the public, so the whole town would go and celebrate the accomplishments of these educated young women. They would recite poetry and ‘test’ their knowledge.” These institutions intended to make women both “useful and ornamental members of society,” as Dr. McMahon put it. Academic courses were adapted to appeal to traditionally feminine interests. For example, science textbooks taught that cooking involved chemistry. Instead of taking tests, students made needlepoint and other crafts to demonstrate their knowledge. In 19th-century America, women’s education was mostly considered frivolous and unimportant. Still, Dr. McMahon pointed out that some women learned truly useful skills and made the most of these early educational Wilkes student Noor Almeky delivers a presentation in the Savitz Lounge. opportunities. The well-attended keynote address set the tone for the conference’s second day. Wilkes and King’s students presented their research papers on a wide variety of subjects. Presentations began at 9:30 a.m. and concluded after 6 p.m. Session themes included The Politics of Labor; Global Perspectives on Gender; Equity in Artificial Intelligence; and many more. Audience members were encouraged to ask questions and critically engage with the material. For the session Global Perspectives on Gender, Kings students Grace Tedford, Dynastie Thomas, and Marissa Valdez compared human trafficking rates in the United States, Norway, and Afghanistan. “Norway and other Scandinavian countries have low levels of human trafficking because they combine strict regulation with a social safety net,” they noted. Subsequent groups compared female access to education in the United States, India, and Afghanistan; and contraceptive rights in the United States and Afghanistan. Wilkes student Noor Almeky hosted an informative session on the hijab, the head covering that many Muslim women wear. Photos/Juliana Kresge Dr. Lucia McMahon’s keynote address in the JPAC. “I choose to wear the hijab to show my commitment to my values,” she explained. This led to a thoughtful discussion about culture and religious beliefs. The day concluded with a small group poetry reading. The annual conference primarily attracts students taking Women’s Studies courses. However, everyone with an interest in women’s issues is welcome. �The Beacon – April 15, 2026 Life, Arts & Entertainment 9 WEBS offers activity to de-stress before finals By Kaydia Wright LA&E Assistant Editor With finals coming up soon, it’s important to take time to relax and de-stress. With the help of the We’re Empowered By Science (WEBS) Club, many students got the chance to do that Friday with “De-Stress Under the Stars.” The activity let students go inside the StarLab Planetarium and experience a video explaining the Artemis space mission and how it can help to understand more about space and the moon. “I work with another club called ‘Science in Motion’ that actually owns this mobile planetarium and thought it would be a fun idea to bring it to Wilkes [University] for kids to experience it and use it as a fundraiser for WEBS,” said Miquela Langan, the WEBS director. Langan also mentioned that she enjoys seeing the direct impact event money has on students. “Usually the money we raise from these events is able to sponsor at least one scholarship for a student that comes to the WEBS summer camp.” This also isn’t the first or last time “De-Stress Under the Stars” has occurred on campus. “We usually do this at least once per semester, typically around the end of the semester,” Langan said. “This is so everyone can chill out before the last of their exams and finals begin.” For more information about upcoming events hosted by WEBS club or how to get involved, email miquela.langan@ wilkes.edu. At right: image inside the StarLab Planetarium. Photo by Kaydia Wright. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Life, Arts & Entertainment 10 �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Life, Arts & Entertainment 11 The Mental Health Beacon: Don’t be mad at me, but... By By Gina Harrison Assistant Professor Passan School of Nursing Don’t be mad at me, but… Anger is a common experience that is a normal part of the human condition. People may feel angry in response to a real or imagined threat or as a response to provocation. Anger is typically an unpleasant experience that leads to increased arousal (not that kind of arousal). The biological arousal seen with anger includes increased heart rate, sweating, increased respirations and muscle tension. This arousal comes from our nervous system which has been hard-wired to protect us. Anger causes activation of the sympathetic nervous system, commonly called “fight or flight,” more appropriately “fight, flight or freeze.” This type of bodily activation can be overwhelming. People that feel overwhelmed with anger also demonstrate less empathy toward others. Students are particularly at risk for feelings of anger due to the increased amount of stress from their responsibilities. If anger is considered a common experience, why does it have such a negative reputation? Increased frequency and intensity of anger can have negative social results. For example, anger may result in violence, aggression, mistreatment of others, maltreatment, intimate partner violence and even homicide. Anger cannot be eliminated. We have a biological use for anger. Anger helps you to stand up for yourself. It helps you to recognize threats and navigate social situations. It is important to recognize anger and acknowledge it. Anger avoidance can lead to rumination. Rumination occurs when we repeatedly think about negative emotions. It can also lead to aggression, which is a form of behavioral avoidance of anger. There is a limit to anger’s efficacy as a coping skill. Inability to regulate anger can result in antisocial behaviors. For example, we may not need our full sympathetic nervous system activated for traffic jams or long lines at Dunkin. Snapping out at the cashier or crashing out over the munchkins being sold-out can have profound consequences. These types of responses indicate impulsiveness and irrationality, which may negatively impact your relationships with others. It is important to remember that anger is temporary. Working on skills to understand and manage your anger can be helpful. Anger management helps you recognize your triggers and control your onent of managing your anger is to decrease the arousal that you are experiencing. Arousal can be reduced through counting, deep breathing, meditation and muscle relaxation. If you cannot immediately decrease your arousal, remove yourself from the trigger and take some time for yourself. A common misconception about managing anger is to “get it out” by jogging, punching a heavy bag, or even punching a wall. Research has shown that these methods are not effective in decreasing your state of arousal and may result in personal harm and even increased feelings of anger. Learning to manage feelings of anger can be beneficial for your mental and physical health. Practicing coping skills like deep breathing and meditation not only help you to manage feelings like anger but also stress, burnout, and irritation. Remember, these are skills you must practice often for them to be most effective. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 12 Wilkes University Communication & Media Studies Department Presents: 25th annual Tom Bigler Journalism & Media Conference Bigler The 25th annual Tom Bigler Journalism & Media Conference was held on April 10 in the Karambelas Media Center and JPAC. The conference brings students from different schools across Northeastern Pennsylvania to explore the fields of communication and media. It also allows student media to showcase their work and receive awards from articles, photospreads, broadcasts and more. This milestone year not only marks a quarter of a century, but also showcases the changing face of media PALive host Chris Bohinski speaks to students and faculty about his experiences and career in the field of communications. Dr. Kalen Churcher,conference coordinator and associate professor of communication & media studies, presents awards to high school students for their achievements in their respective areas. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 13 High school students in the Speech and Debate workshop learned what goes into a successful speech. High school students listen to Dan Mattern and as part of the TV studio workshop in the Karambelas Media Center. Jim Reeser, city editor of the Citizen’s Voice displays the front page of the Citizen’s Voice website. High school students in the Zebra Communications workshop in Karambelas Media Center. High School students in the radio station workshop, part of Wilkes’ radio station, WCLH. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Opinion Editorial Staff 2025-26 MANAGERIAL STAFF Editor-in-Chief - Leah Smith Managin Editor - Andrew Marshallsay Adviser - Dr. Kalen Churcher SECTION EDITORS News- Alli Lussi, Thaelis Andujar LA&E - Kailey Vogel, Kaydia Wright Opinion - Shawn Carey Sports - Andrew Marshallsay DESIGNERS Designer - Nikki Steinberg Photographer - Shannon Slominski STAFF WRITERS Topher DellaBella Natalia Williams Juliana Kresge Jake Mills Aster Rowland Brooke Lare 141 S. Main Street Clayton and Theresa Karambelas Media & Communication Center Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 Phone - (570) 408-5903 www.thewilkesbeacon.com Want to advertise in The Beacon? Contact: Kalen Churcher at kalen.churcher@wilkes.edu or Leah Smith at leah.smith1@wilkes.edu The Beacon Est. 1936 Pa. Newspaper Association Member Opinion 14 Have an opinion or want to write a guest column? Contact assistant opinion editors: shawn.carey1@wilkes.edu Our Voice Each week, The Beacon’s editorial board will take a stance on a current issue. When did Easter break stop being a break? April and May are rocky times for college students. Known to many as “crunch time,” it is at this time when finals truly begin creeping up and assignments get thrown to the forefront of each student’s mind. The only saving grace in this time of chaos is holiday break where students can return home or take a quick trip away from campus to forget about all their school responsibilities and relax. The word break holds a connotation similar to that of a vacation or holiday, but the reality for college students couldn’t be any further from the truth. Instead, college students are expected to continue working on assignments, finish papers and study for exams that will be held the day that they return from break. Even if they don’t necessarily have work assigned specifically for the break, or they chose to procrastinate it adds up nonetheless. Yes, this break occurs only mere weeks before finals start and school ends, but the stress that looms over students can truly take away from their time at home. Especially in Wilkes University’s case the timing of Easter break for residents on campus can be an inconvenience. The holiday is Easter Sunday and for students traveling back home they lose valuable time with their families in the time it takes to travel back and forth and even less time doing work before Easter dinner. When classes recommence on Monday, students have to drive back on Easter to ensure they can get to their classes and submit any work that is due on time. A sophomore commuted two hours to return to his home in New Jersey for the holiday break. He shared his frustrations by stating, “I think that the expectation that professors have for students to ‘catch up’ on material during the so-called ‘break’ is a very high expectation. “While most of us have work or other activities during the break, it is really for the professors since they aren’t expected to have graded assignments returned to students after break,” he concluded. Even for commuters the work can be frustrating and a major inconvenience for similar reasons. Sophomore sports management major Jordan Medley claimed, “I feel like the workload during Easter break can differ with professors because certain professors make sure they don’t give any work that’s due the day we come back, but other professors like to give work and exams that are due the day we come back.” Medley went on to explain these differences in planning as, “annoying” and “stressful.” Jazmin High, a senior psychology major also shared similar thoughts on the Easter break workload. “I had some time to relax, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t working on school work and studying for exams.” said High. Additionally, High addressed the frustration of exams that were scheduled to be taken right after break. “I wiah more professors would assign exams before break so students can relax.” Overall, it’s hard to see why Easter or holiday break is considered a break due to the sheer amount of stress built up for students in such a small duration of time. With that being said, when did breaks stop being breaks? Letter to the editor policy: The Beacon welcomes letters to the editor from differing viewpoints. Letters must contain contact information, including name, city, state and phone number. Phone numbers will not be published but may be used for verification purposes. All letters to the editor must be sent using one of the following methods: Email: leah.smith1@wilkes.edu Phone: (570) 408-5903 (Voicemail: 30 seconds or less, please.) Mail: 84 West South Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 Attn: The Beacon �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Opinion 15 The Icebox presents: Freeze’s top games By “Freeze” Opinion Staff Writer There are only three more issues of the Icebox left. It feels sudden, doesn’t it? Stay tuned for the grand finale, where I will be making a special announcement for my loyal readers. During three years of the Icebox, I have been able to introduce people to many different video games. I really like to promote the idea of playing a game for enjoyment, especially single player experiences. However, anyone can enjoy any game. I want people to understand that there are many types of gamers out there and that each of their tastes should be respected and considered. It’s about time that I provide you with my own comprehensive list of video games. Only the best of the best. The games that have truly changed my life. To make things short and simple, I will only mention my most favorite game for each genre. Super Smash Bros. is the first game, of course. Although it is categorized as a platform fighter, I consider it in its own category as “my favorite.” It’s a game that features Nintendo’s greatest creations and even borrows characters from a wide range of franchises like Sonic, Mega Man, Final Fantasy, Street Fighter, Tekken and even Minecraft. Not only is the game extremely fun for all ages, but it has done wonders for the gaming community. It spotlights unknown video game characters, helps others step out of their comfort zone and brings people together from different gaming backgrounds. You can thank Masahiro Sakurai, creator of Kirby, Kid Icarus and Smash. The next game is Mario Kart, which I categorize as a family-friendly party game. One of my earliest Icebox stories was about this game. For a more modern and diverse feel, I tend to play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, which is the current standard for competitive Mario Kart. However, I enjoy Mario Kart in a leisurely capacity these days. That’s why Mario Kart World has been absolutely perfect for me. The visuals, the landscapes, the music and the character options make it a unique adventure. Nintendo is definitely cooking with the newest 3D titles, such as Super Mario Odyssey, Donkey Kong Bananza and the open-world Zelda games. These should be your go-to if you are trying to get into Nintendo gaming. One of my favorite 3D Nintendo games, however, is Super Mario 64. Who doesn’t love that game, right? For me, there is a huge aspect of nostalgia that sets it above the modern games, which are arguably more fun to play and have more content. If you really want to stretch the definition of 3D Mario; however, my ultimate recommendation is actually Super Mario Galaxy. This game is probably one of the most well-directed projects that Nintendo has ever put out there. In the realm of 2D platformers, my favorite is actually an indie game called N++. This is a speedrun-heavy game with cool technical themes. You play as a ninja in a maze full of deadly, robotic obstacles. Each level is designed like some kind of elaborate death chamber, and the goal is to open the exit door and leave. Another major genre in 2D is called “beat-em-up” where you are a character on a screen full of enemies and your goal is to, well, beat all of them up. My favorite game in this genre is easily Castle Crashers. The game is handdrawn, has a soundtrack that goes hard for no reason and is playable for up to four people. The game also features a wide variety of weapons, magic, pets and playable characters. The levels are surprisingly difficult. Also, the game developers have a fantastic sense of humor. The game has been around for eighteen years and still holds to this day. There are other genres that require you to beat up characters, such as my most favorite video game genre. Fighting games are difficult to get into, but once you do it’s a lot of fun and you open yourself to many options. If I were to pick just one that I recommend, I would say Tekken due to personal bias. However, the game is actually not that kind to newcomers and is currently in bad shape for competitive play. Therefore, I will recommend Marvel vs. Capcom. It is a fighting game that you are surely able to enjoy. It has characters you would recognize and uses mechanics inspired by the Street Fighter series, which is also a great starter game into the mix. Perhaps the aforementioned genres do not interest you. Not to worry, because I indulge in almost everything out there. Do you like being creative? Minecraft. Enough said about that one. I don’t believe that game requires an explanation. Sometimes you may get bored of it. In that case I recommend switching it up. If you usually play for leisure, try a hardcore speedrun. If you usually play hardcore, try to relax a bit and build something nice in creative. Maybe you like puzzles? Well, there are way too many puzzle games out there. I recommend Superliminal, a first-person, singleplayer experience that has a very unique take on objects. The game teaches you about perception! Actually, it fits into its own unique category within puzzle games. Another major category are games such as It Takes Two, which is a twoplayer experience that you shouldn’t miss. I recommend playing that with your partner or a sibling. The first-person world of games opens up a lot of opportunities. My favorite shooting game, for example, is probably Rainbow Six Siege. I don’t really enjoy shooting games all that much, but this is the one that I consistently enjoyed the most. The reason is because the game isn’t just about movement and grinding for hours. It requires actual thought and strategy. My favorite games that have shooting mechanics are slightly different, however. I recommend Doom Eternal, Neon White and Cuphead as very enjoyable and non-competitive shooting games. Another first-person genre is racing games. I haven’t had the chance to play them lately, but I distinctly remember Forza being one of my favorite racing franchises. I believe Forza has a pretty accurate direction on how racing games should be made. However, I also recommend Need for Speed if you ever stumble across it at an arcade. Racing games often have realistic graphics, similar to stealth games. My favorite stealth game is, of course, Metal Gear Solid! It’s a franchise created by the genius Hideo Kojima. Many video games have some type of salute to the Metal Gear Solid series because the games are that influential. Another stealth game that fits into its own realm is Superhot, which I will categorize as my favorite virtual reality experience. It’s a game where you get to be an assassin, tearing apart glass enemies in small, enclosed spaces. The opposite of stealthy would be noisy. Rhythm games bring about the noise. I have a few recommendations, with Beat Saber being my favorite. The other ones are more for anime fans, such as Project Sekai and Osu. Both are easy to be good at. Honestly, I think these types of games deserve more attention. Finally, I would like to end this list with a mobile game recommendation. To be honest, mobile games are my least favorite in general. However, I would recommend Bloons as the most top-tier mobile game out there. You can’t go wrong with the classic monkey-vs-balloon game from all of our childhoods. That’s going to do it for this issue. I hope my recommendations sound interesting. 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It’s almost summer! �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Opinion 17 �The Beacon -April 15, 2026 Opinion 18 A review of "Thriller" by Michael Jackson By Natalia Williams Staff writer Michael season is still here and I have another Michael review. This week, I was in between two albums…Thriller and Dangerous. Dangerous is definitely my favorite out of the two, but Thriller is more iconic and recognizable and I have yet to do Thriller so here we are. Thriller released on November 29, 1982, and became a pop staple. This album remains the best-selling album of all time globally with sales reaching 70 million copies worldwide. This album changed so much in the music industry, including production and music videos. With this album, Michael became the first black artist to play on constant rotation on MTV opening the doors for many black artists. This album in my opinion is a blueprint to music videos and pop music. Although it's not in my top three rankings, the cultural impact this album has is undeniable. With that being said, here is a track by track album review for one of the greatest albums of all time. 1. “Wanna Be Startin Something”: 10/10 First of all, you know it's going to be good with that beat in the beginning. This song is perfection. This song is the best way to open an album because it gets you so hype and ready to hear what's next. This track is a classic and staple in music and is one of the most recognizable songs just with the bridge and the melody. My favorite part of this song is the lyric, “If you can’t feed your baby then don't have a baby, and don’t think maybe if you can’t feed your baby”... because hello…if you can't feed your baby then don't have a baby! Anyway, since this song is so overplayed I do not listen to it often, but when it does come on best believe I am on that dance floor busting a MOVE. 2. “Baby Be Mine”: 10/10 This song is extremely underrated and I don't understand how or why. This song is perfection and makes me want to bust a move every time it comes on. This is a song I listen to when I need to pick myself up and it works every time. The key change, vocals and production are like gold in my ears. I wish this song got more recognition because it deserves it. This is another song that my dad thinks is a skip and once again…just loud and wrong. Overall, if a perfect song had a definition, this song would be it. 3. “The Girl Is Mine” feat. Paul McCartney: 10/10 This song is CUTE. It has been one of my favorite songs since I was a kid and it has stuck with me until now. The vibe is different from the other two tracks since it is a slower tempo but it is OK because the song is just so good. This is the second song they've done together. I also find it kind of funny that Michael outbid Paul for the Beatles catalog. It's hilarious because Paul told Michael to invest in music publishing. Sadly, that did kind of strain their relationship. My favorite part of this song is when they banter back and forth. I quote “Paul, I thought I told you I’m a lover not a fighter” at least once everyday. Overall, not much thoughts on this song as a whole. It is one I repeat often and this one also deserves more attention. 4. “Thriller”: 5/10 Giving this track a five out of ten is actually making me sick, but I am tired of it. It is basically the Halloween song so every single year this song is played, and I do not listen to this song outside of Halloween at all. It is such a great song and a timeless classic that everyone will know until the end of time, but I cannot stand it. This music video is also a rite of passage in childhood because every child has to be traumatized by this music video at least once in their life. I remember my grandfather always scaring us with this video, and it took a while for me to not be scared. But once again…canon event. This video also had such a huge impact on the art of music videos since it told a whole story; it was a short film and that's what Michael did with all of his music videos after the Thriller era. Once again, this song is not bad at all…I am just so tired of hearing it. 5. “Beat It”: 9/10 This track run starting from Thriller are his most iconic and played songs so all of these are ones I do not listen to on my own. With the guitar solo and Michael in his red jacket, this is one of the most recognizable songs. When people think of Michael Jackson this is probably the one of the first songs they think of. There are times where I do turn it on because it's stuck in my head but when it does play on shuffle I skip. Eddie Van Halen's guitar solo is literal perfection and the highlight of this song. I want to learn how to play the guitar so I can learn his solo. The production of this song overall is amazing and I love everything about it. Overall, iconic, timeless and a classic that will forever be remembered. 6. “Billie Jean”: 10/10 One word…ICONIC. Although this one is in that track run of overplayed Michael songs, this one I do listen to all the time. The bass line is so recognizable and the overall production is perfect. This music video helped Michael become the first black artist on constant rotation on MTV, and it is the music video of my childhood. I vividly remember always watching this in my Nana's living room when I was little. The Motown 25 performance to this song is also iconic because it is the first time he did the moonwalk. For Michael's tours, whenever he put the glove and the hat on, you KNEW Billie Jean was coming. During MJ The Musical, the audience reaction to the actor walking out with the suitcase in the black jacket and opening the suitcase to reveal the hat and glove made me so happy because those two pieces of accessories are so iconic, and I was happy to see everyone pick up what was about to happen. Overall, Billie Jean is such a pop music and culture staple and it is another one that everyone will always remember. 7. “Human Nature”: 100/10 I don't think I can express in words how perfect this song is. The production is so dreamy and beautiful. The melody is so recognizable and is perfect. I do not listen to this one often just because it is overplayed, and I hear it everywhere. However when it does come on shuffle, I do not skip it. My favorite thing about this song is that on the “Bad” tour and other tours he's done after that, is for the lyric, “See that girl” he is so dramatic with the word girl and it sounds like “see that gurlaaaa.” There isn't much I can say about this song other than that it is just iconic. 8. “P.Y.T (Pretty Young Thing)”: 10/10 This is probably Top 3 on this album for me because it is one I always go to and replay. I wish it was higher on the tracklist cause I think it would fit better, but other than that I have no negative things to say about this song. It is the end of the “overplayed” track run, but I will never get tired of this one. Overall, such a classic and one everyone has to know, even if it's just the chorus. 9. “The Lady of My Life”: 100/10 We have reached my favorite song on the entire album. This one is so underrated and I wish it was replayed more often because it is so good. This is a track that highlights his vocals. We really didn't get ballads on this one and even though it’s not like a slow power ballad it's still good. According to Michael in his autobiography Moonwalk, this song was the hardest song to make. Thank goodness they worked heavily on this song cause it sounds perfect. Overall, one of my favorite Michael songs ever and my favorite song on the album. Overall, I give Thriller a solid 10/10. Although a lot of the tracks are replayed very often, that's what happens when you make a perfect album. This is an album that will forever be remembered as the album that changed Pop music and the art of music videos. This album is so perfect with zero skips and easy to replay. Thriller…you will always be that girl. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Sports 19 Sports Want your sport covered? Deserve to be Athlete of the Week? Contact the Sports Editor: andrew.marshallsay@wilkes.edu Past the halfway mark: Wilkes spring sports check-in By Jake Mills Asst. Sports Editor With two weeks left in the spring semester, Wilkes University spring sports are past their halfway mark already. Let’s check in with our teams and see how they’ve been doing to this point. Both the men’s and women’s lacrosse teams are in their first season with new head coaches as Jordan and Taylor Drumheller take charge in 2026 The men’s team is trying to find their way as they are currently 4-10 on the year, but a bright spot for the Colonels this season has been freshman Anthony DiFrancesco, who has 30 goals through and 17 assists through 14 games played. The women’s team has had success this season after an 8-0 start which was the best in program history, but since starting Landmark Conference play, they have yet to win a game. Most notably for the Colonels this season, graduate student Alexis Guttilla leads the team in goals with 32. Softball currently stands at a 14-11 record and a 3-5 conference record. Most recently they split a senior day doubleheader against Misericordia. The team holds both current Athletes of the Week with Hana Cross and Mia Butka earning those honors, as chosen by the Beacon staff. Some seniors have also hit milestones this season as both Cross and Olivia Dougher both reached 100 career hits this season. Head coach Jackie Klahold also reached 200 career wins in the team’s win against Widener on March 30 After a few bumps in the road early on, Wilkes Baseball has gotten better each game. They are currently 12-3 in the Landmark, with their two ace pitchers Zach Lloyd and AJ Levandoski recently reaching 100 career strikeouts. Men’s Volleyball wrapped their season on April 2nd as they defeated cross-town rival King’s College in four sets. They finished the season with a 13-15 overall Colonels pitcher/outfielder Jack Veith on the mound against Albright in Fort Pierce, FL. record and did not eclipse a win in conference play Freshman Logan Maha led the team in points with 255.8, adding 178 kills in a very impressive rookie season. Spring seasons for both Men’s and Women’s tennis have been in full swing as well. The women’s team is currently 3-5 in their spring slate of matches, while the men are 1-4 overall as a team. Lastly, both the Men’s and Women’s golf teams are in the Spring portion of their seasons as well. The men are 2-1 while the women are 2-0. Kyleen McCance has continued her long-lasting run of form, leading the Colonels almost every time they’re in the tee box. There are lots of bright spots for spring sports here at Wilkes University so far. With under half a season remaining this semester, we’ll see how the squads fair the rest of the month. Tim Hartka takes a shot against King's College Photos/Andrew Marshallsay �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Sports 20 Regular season near end, NHL playoff preview By Vin Santoro Staff Writer The NHL regular season is approaching the end, which means the playoffs are on the horizon. The Avalanche claimed the best record in the regular season, finishing with 114 points. The President's trophy curse has lived on, and a team has yet to win the Stanley Cup when winning the award since 2013. Many teams made impressive jumps and setbacks, with the Sabres putting it all together, the Panthers suffering injuries to their top players, and the Maple Leafs are at the bottom of the Atlantic Division. In the Metro, the biggest surprises were the Pennsylvania squads. Could the Battle of Pennsylvania be in effect for the first time since 2018? Dan Muse is a name to watch for the Jack Adams award for the job he has done in Pittsburgh. Vegas parted ways with Bruce Cassidy while being in the playoff picture. John Torterella will lead them into the playoffs, and this will be the first time he has been in the postseason since 2019. Edmonton might have the toughest path for an individual player because Connor McDavid will be without Leon Draisaitl to start the playoffs. The East is dominant, with four teams finishing with over 100 points. Three of those teams are all inside the Atlantic. Comparing the Eastern Conference and Western Conference, the east has more depth in terms of competition. The Western Conference is top-heavy with teams such as Colorado, Minnesota and Dallas. In the East, all the Atlantic teams are elite, and Carolina stands out for their consistency and well-coached squad. The Hurricanes have fared well against the other eastern teams with their conference-leading 32 wins and an outstanding 19-4-1 record against their Metropolitan Division opponents (swept Pittsburgh 3-0 and Flyers 3-0). Cole Caufield has been worth noting this season with 50 goals for Montreal, while Andrei Vasilevsky is back to peak form in Tampa, recording a 2.32 GAA and 38 wins. With Kucherov SECOND in points, Vasilevsky putting up elite numbers, the Lightning need to be caught in a bottle, or with their firepower, they can be a major contender to get back to the Stanley Cup Final. One downside is that they have been in the box more than any other team, with over a thousand penalty minutes this season. In the West, the Avalanche have been the storyline, with them leading in save percentage, goals against average, and their offense leads in goals for per game (3.72 goals for). Injuries to watch out for are Victor Hedman, who is expected to return on April 15, and Draisaitl, who is expected to be back on April 18. Edmonton continues to be a force on the power play, leading with a 30.3% success rate. Minnesota, Dallas, Vegas and Carolina are the other teams that have been dominant when having the man advantage. Goaltending is the most important, and the position can take over a series. Edmonton acquired Tristan Jarry in exchange for Stuart Skinner. The Oilers have gotten to the Stanley Cup in each of the last two seasons. Jarry is 2-6-0 in 8 games with a goals against average of 3.00 and a save percentage of .891 in the playoffs in his career. Can Dallas finally get over the hump? One of the biggest questions is whether they can reach the Stanley Cup. They have reached the conference finals in each of the last three seasons under Peter DeBoer, who is now with the Islanders. Jake Otteinger holds a 2.56 GAA and a .912 SV%. Is Buffalo going on a run, or is this a one-and-done? Regardless, the Sabres haven’t made the playoffs since 2011, and ironically, Lindy Ruff was under contract as their head coach. They have gotten great production out of their stars with Tage Thompson and Rasmus Dahlin. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has been their best goaltender and could be their lead netminder once the playoffs start. The Carolina Hurricanes haven’t been able to get to the Stanley Cup final, but have put together great regular seasons. At some point, this core should be able to go on a run with how deep their team is. Their new additions, such as K’andre Miller and Brandon Bussi in the cage have done great things for the team. The playoffs will be full of energy and excitement. With new teams getting a shot to host the Stanley Cup, these playoffs are more optimistic. Does Dallas get to the cup after three straight conference final appearances? Can Carolina get over the hump? Will McDavid be able to get back to the Stanley Cup for the third consecutive year? Since Florida is out, a new champion will be crowned. The question is, who will be on that team? Many teams have shown this season that they have Stanley Cup aspirations, like Tampa, Colorado and Vegas. But for now, we wait until someone new lifts Lord Stanley’s fabled cup. Who will take home the Stanley Cup this year? Email andrew.marshallsay@wilkes.edu with your thoughts �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Sports 21 Arsenal Football Club's potential slips By Brendan Williams Staff Writer WOMEN’S LACROSSE SCHEDULE Arsenal Football Club is in trouble. Still top of the Premier League table as of April 8 and quarterfinalists in the Champions League, one might wonder what could possibly be wrong? The answer is pressure. Arsenal are notorious around the footballing world for being serial “bottlers”, or missing out on trophies due to various tactical mistakes over the years. The 2025-26 season began with The Gunners winning their first two matches before losing their third to defending champions Liverpool. From there, they didn’t lose for nearly four months as their next loss was to Aston Villa in December. In the Champions League, they won all eight of their matches, scoring 23 goals and only conceding four. In recent times this season however, Arsenal seems to be losing its edge–an issue that has plagued them for years. After losing the League Cup final to Manchester City, they then lost the FA Cup quarterfinal to second tier side Southampton, reducing their potential historic quadruple to at maximum, a double. Their final seven Premier League matches of the season won’t be easy either. On April 11, they play host to Bournemouth, a club still vying for a place in a European competition. After, they travel to the Etihad to play the same Manchester City that just trounced them 4-0. Manchester City are nine points behind Arsenal at the time of writing, but have a game in hand. The onus is on The Gunners to not let another Premier League title slip out of their grasp. Another big concern for the club is their lack of attacking recruitment. Arsenal’s most recent transfers have been focused mostly on building up a strong midfield rather than a lethal front three capable of winning crucial matches. New striker Victor Gyokeres is currently the top scorer at the club with 11 goals in the Premier League while new attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze is tied for second place with Bukayo Saka at six goals. Arsenal's top scorers sit far behind the top three (Erling Haaland, Igor Thiago, and Antoine Semenyo) in the Premier League with their tallies being 22, 19, and 15 goals respectively. It is paramount that Arsenal not lose focus at the final leg of the season. A first Premier League title since the 2003-04 season and a first Champions League title in club history are both at stake. After finishing second place for three consecutive seasons, the pressure is higher than ever on the players to finally bring the elusive trophy to north London under Mikel Arteta. Manager since 2019, Arteta has enjoyed success in the FA Cup, winning it in 2020, and winning two FA Community Shields titles in 2020 and 2023. Yet his biggest goals have always been the last two trophies Arsenal still stand to win this season. With a minimum of eight more matches remaining in their 2025-26 season it will be interesting to see how the players and staff adapt to the mounting pressure. Premier League Table (as of April 12) Arsenal - 70 pts Manchester City - 64 pts Manchester United - 55 pts Aston Villa - 55 pts Liverpool - 52 pts Chelsea - 48 pts Brentford - 47 pts Everton - 47 pts Brighton - 46 pts Sunderland - 46 pts Bournemouth - 45 pts Fulham - 44 pts Crystal Palace - 42 pts Newcastle - 42 pts Leeds United - 33 pts Nottingham Forest - 33 pts West Ham United - 32 pts Tottenham Hotspur - 30 pts Burnley - 32 pts FEB. 21 12:00 P.M. - VS UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT BRADFORD FEB. 25 4:00 P.M. - AT GWYNEDD MERCY UNIVERSITY FEB. 28 1:00 P.M. - VS BRYN MAWR COLLEGE MAR. 4 5:00 P.M. - AT SWEET BRIAR COLLEGE MAR. 7 1:00 P.M. - VS NOTRE DAME OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY MAR. 11 7:00 P.M. - AT ELMIRA COLLEGE MAR. 14 1:00 P.M. - AT KING’S COLLEGE (PA) MAR. 18 4:00 P.M. - VS SUNY POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE MAR. 21 1:00 P.M. - AT JUNIATA COLLEGE MAR. 25 5:00 P.M. - AT SUSQUEHANNA COLLEGE MAR. 28 1:00 P.M. - VS CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA APR. 1 7:00 P.M. - AT GOUCHER COLLEGE APR. 8 7:00 P.M. - VS DREW UNIVERSITY APR. 11 1:00 P.M. - VS ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE APR. 15 4:00 P.M. - AT UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON APR. 18 1:00 P.M. - VS MORAVIAN UNIVERSITY APR. 22 7:00 P.M. - VS LYCOMING COLLEGE �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Sports 22 This past week in Wilkes sports: April 8-12 By Jake Mills Sports Staff Writer Believe it or not, the spring sports season at Wilkes is past its halfway mark. With just a few weeks to go in the semester, the teams keep on rolling. From the field to the diamond and to the fairways as well, here’s the recent happenings in the past week of Wilkes sports. April 8 MEN’S LACROSSE SCHEDULE Softball vs. Scranton (DH): 1-3 L Softball vs. Scranton (DH): 6-5 W Baseball vs. Scranton: 0-3 L April 9 Softball at Leb. Valley (DH): 3-11 L Softball at Leb. Valley (DH): 2-10 L Baseball at Keystone: 4-6 L Men’s Tennis vs. Moravian: 0-7 L Women’s Tennis vs. Moravian: 1-6 L Women’s Golf at the Husky Invitational: Kyleen McCance - tied for fifth place April 10 No events scheduled. April 11 Women’s Lacrosse vs. E-Town: 7-22 L Men’s Lacrosse at E-Town: 2-23 L Softball at Haverford (DH): 0-6 L Softball at Haverford (DH): 7-11 L Men’s Golf vs. Misericordia: 322-330 W April 12 Women’s Tennis at Goucher: Men’s Tennis at Goucher:1-6 L Women’s Golf at Scranton: Softball vs. Misericordia (DH): 10-4 W Softball vs. Misericordia (DH): 5-10 L Team Records (as of April 12): Baseball: 16-11 (12-3 Landmark) Softball: 14-12 (3-5 Landmark) Men’s Lacrosse: 4-10 (1-5 Landmark) Women’s Lacrosse: 8-6 (0-6 Landmark) Men’s Golf: 5-4-1 (0-2 Landmark) Women’s Golf: Men’s Tennis: 5-6 (1-4 Landmark) Women’s Tennis: Baseball vs. Elmira: 10-4 W Baseball vs. Hobart: 5-6 L FEB. 14 1:00 P.M. - AT DELAWARE VALLEY UNIVERSITY FEB. 18 4:00 P.M. - AT MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY FEB. 21 3:30 P.M. - AT FDU-FLORHAM MAR. 3 7:00 P.M. - AT ARCADIA UNIVERSITY MAR. 7 1:00 P.M. - AT LEBANON VALLEY COLLEGE MAR. 11 7:00 P.M. - VS KING’S COLLEGE (PA) MAR. 14 12:00 P.M. - VS MOUNT SAINT MARY COLLEGE (NY) MAR. 18 7:00 P.M. - VS ALVERNIA UNIVERSITY MAR. 21 12:00 P.M. - VS JUNIATA COLLEGE MAR. 25 4:00 P.M. - VS SUSQUEHANNA UNIVERSITY MAR. 28 1:00 P.M. - AT CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA APR. 4 1:00 P.M. - VS GOUCHER COLLEGE APR. 8 1:00 P.M. - AT DREW UNIVERSITY APR. 11 1:00 P.M. - AT ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE APR. 15 4:00 P.M. - VS UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON APR. 18 1:00 P.M. - AT MORAVIAN UNIVERSITY APR. 22 7:00 P.M. - AT LYCOMING COLLEGE �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Hana Cross Outfielder, Softball Cross became the first student-athlete in program history to be named Landmark Athlete of the Week, earning those honors on April 6. How do you prepare mentally before a game? I tune out the background noise and focus on my goals for the game, listening to music and doing the same routine every game What's your favorite part about playing softball? Being a part of a team that always celebrates your successes and is there for each other during the difficult times. How has your team contributed to your success? My teammates motivate me, pick me up when things get tough, and celebrate wins together. Their energy and support make practices competitive and games enjoyable, which helps me perform my best What motivates you to keep improving? The team and my parents, always having my back and supporting me. Sports 23 Mia Butka Pitcher/Infielder, Softball Butka collected two hits at the plate and went five innings in the pitcher's circle in the DH against E-Town on April 4. Who is your role model? I would say my parents are my biggest role models. They’ve always supported me and pushed me to work hard, both on and off the field. They’ve taught me the importance of staying disciplined, having a strong work ethic, and keeping a positive attitude no matter the situation. Thoughts on your performance? tried to focus on staying composed and attacking hitters, and my defense really had my back the whole time. I gave up just one earned run on four hits and didn’t allow any walks, which I was proud of, but a lot of that came from the confidence I had in my team behind me. What are your goals moving forward? I really just want to make the most out of the rest of the games we have left with our seniors, and hopefully make it to the playoffs and make a run. �The Beacon - April 15, 2026 Sports DON’T SWEAT IT EARN SOME CREDITS REGISTER FOR SUMMER SESSION Enjoy the campus vibe with in-person classes or study wherever you are with online options. With five different sessions and start dates in May, June or July, you can hit the books and still have time to relax. PRESESSION | May 18 to June 5 FULL SESSION | May 18 to August 14 FIRST SESSION | June 8 to July 10 NINE-WEEK SESSION | June 8 to August 11 SECOND SESSION | July 13 to August 14 Make an appointment with your advisor and visit WILKES.EDU/SUMMER. Wilkes University is an equal opportunity institution. For information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit www.wilkes.edu/nondiscrimination. 24 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon, 2026 April 15 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Wilkes University retains copyright of this publication. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper