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POLAND, THE LINCHPIN OF EUROPE • MATKI BOSKIEJ ZIELNEJ, SEPTEMBER 8 • MINISTER VISITS ORCHARDLAKE CITY TO DEMO FRONCZAK HOME • “LIKE MAMUSIA USED TO MAKE!” • DEALING DAVE DOMBROWSKI DEPARTS DETROIT ANTONI PARYSKI AND HIS AMERYKA-ECHO • PORTS OF ARRIVAL FOR POLISH IMMIGRANTS • THE WONDERS OF RZEPAK NEWSMARK Mass Mobs Vivify Polonian Churches Duda Sworn in
MOSCOW EYES DUDA. Russian media outlets focused as President on President Andrzej Duda’s remarks on the need to in- WARSAW — Andrzej Duda has been crease NATO’s presence in Poland in his inaugural address. sworn in, becoming the sixth president The NTV channel aired a clip of the address referring of the III Pol- to NATO, and the quotes were cited by news agency RIA ish Republic Novosti. at a ceremony “We need more guarantees from NATO,” the incoming in the Sejm, president said. “Not only do we Poles, but the whole of Thurs., Aug. 6. Central and Eastern Europe, which is in a diffi cult geopo- At 10:00 litical situation at present, as you know. a.m. members Radio station Echo of Moscow, which is considered to the National be one of the most independent media outlets in Russia, Assembly, the refl ected that “for the time being, it cannot be expected that 460-seat lower there will be a noticeable improvement in Polish-Russian house – the relations.” Sejm and the The two countries have been at loggerheads over the 100-seat up- Ukrainian crisis, with a string of sanctions and counter- per house – the sanctions. Senate, stood up for the national anthem after which Duda took the presidential oath. ALZHEIMER’S BREAKTHROUGH. Polish scientists About 1,400 people gathered for a “mass mob” at the Detroit’s St. Josaphat. Following the ceremony, Duda made have made a breakthrough that could help our understand- Guests packed the historic church, which is listed on the National Register of an address to the National Assembly. ing of the mechanisms underlying Alzheimer’s and Parkin- Historic Places. The Detroit Mass Mob has raised about $200,000 in visits to 14 Duda recalled his electoral promises son’s diseases. historic, but sparsely attended, churches since April 2014. The discovery was made by scientists from the Interna- and pledged that these will not be forgot- tional Molecular Biology and Cellular Institute (MIBMiK) DETROIT — Every month, groups attendance. Besides exposing these jew- ten. He stressed that the most important and the Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics in War- in Buffalo, N.Y. and Detroit pick a els to a new audience, the churches ben- issues are to submit a bill to increase the saw, in collaboration with scientists from the University church, spread the word on Facebook efi t from donations, sometimes up to ten tax-free bracket, as well as introduce of Freiburg in Germany. The results of their study were — and just like that — fi ll church pews times their normal collection for a Mass. draft legislation to lower the retirement published in the prestigious journal “Nature.” near or over capacity. At St. Florian Church in Hamtramck age. To produce energy for cells mitochondria need more Organizers choose historic churches, — an eight-story, red-brick church built Duda added that he hopes for sup- than a thousand proteins and sometimes the transport of most of which are known for their archi- in 1908 by the Polish families who port in the Parliament for the proposals. proteins goes wrong. Such mitochondrial dysfunction is tecture, both inside and out. Many are in fl ocked there to work for Dodge, Ford However, the Civic Platform-led coali- characteristic of human pathologies associated with aging older, poorer sections, and have minimal See “Mass Mob,” page 6 See “Duda,” page 4 and neurodegenerative diseases. The scientists discovered how irregularities in the trans- Chicago Poles Find, PAC Directors Meet in Washington port of proteins to cells may be the cause of aging. Savor Local Aronia WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Pol- curity in light of the Russian aggression STRADIVARIUS RETURNED. The violin once owned by Mildred L. Culp ish American Congress (PAC) held its in Ukraine. by Polish-born Roman Totenberg has been returned to his CHICAGO — Whoever would have annual Council of National Directors “On the threshold of the 2016 presi- family, 35 years after it was stolen. thought there was an aronia farm near Meeting in Washington, D.C. on July dential election, PAC leaders and activ- According to the violist’s daughter, Nina Totenberg, a Chicago where Poles could pick buck- 20-23. More than 60 delegates repre- ists came to Washington to learn and to California woman got the violin appraised in New York ets-full of aronia? They’d surely know senting PAC State Divisions and mem- educate in a bipartisan fashion about after inheriting it from her ex-husband. what to do with the fruit. ber organizations were in attendance. many of the issues held most dear by The expert immediately recognized the instrument, To- Margaret Jemiolo of Arlington The purpose of the meeting was tri- American Polonia and by our friends tenberg said. Heights picked for the fi rst time. “My fold: To conduct the business of the and relatives living in one of the stron- Totenberg was born in Warsaw in 1911, and enjoyed a friends shared organization, including hearing offi cer gest and most vibrant democracies in distinguished career as a violinist, making his debut with with me and reports and debating by-law changes; to Europe,” said Frank Spula, PAC presi- the Warsaw Philharmonic at age 11. He worked with greats there was nev- meet with high-ranking governmental dent. “We are as one with those of both such as Igor Stravinsky, Aaron Copland, Leopold Stokows- er enough,” offi cials, who presented briefi ngs on the political parties who maintain that our ki and Arthur Rubinstein. In 2000, he was awarded the Or- she says. “I security of Poland and the Visa Waiver best years are still ahead of us.” der of Merit of the Republic of Poland. made jam, Program (VWP), and; to personally As Poland has been a strong ally of Totenberg died in 2012 at the age of 101. juice and syr- meet and discuss with members of U.S. the United States, PAC members en- up for waffl es, Congress issues related to Poland’s se- See “PAC Meets ...” page 3 ONE TOUGH COW. After two years on the run, Matylda French toast was fi nally captured, and is now back in the pastures of and cheese- Celebrating a Proud and Rich History her owner Leszek Zasada’s farm in Zloty Stok located in cake. I froze by Michael Blichasz General Casimir Pulaski, Father of the southwestern Poland, on the border with the Czech Repub- some for Since 1608, when the fi rst Polish American Cavalry. lic. The brown cow escaped in 2013 only one day after smoothies and settlers arrived at Jamestown, Virginia, being purchased and brought to the farm by owner Zasada. I’ll be making THINGS TO DO DURING POLISH Although native to the Polish people have been an important Matylda raised the wrath of local farmers as she ravaged wine.” part of America’s history and culture. AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH their crops and managed to elude the many traps set out for Magdalena eastern United States, Aronia (also known as This year, Polish Americans will her capture. Fraczek, who mark the 34th Anniversary of the found- Listed below are suggested activities She survived two severe winters in a nearby forest on has no aronia Black Chokecherry) has for your October celebration: been grown as a com- ing of Polish American Heritage Month, her own, was spotted from time to time with a calf. recipes but an event which began in Philadelphia For two years Matylda eluded capture. Although her does have “a mercial berry crop in COMMUNITY WIDE Poland and most East- and became a national celebration of owner paid a veterinarian who attempted to tranquilize her, really good Polish history, culture and pride. During 1. Meet with your local Polish the effort only served to “enrage her further,” said Zasada. juicer,” want- ern European coun- American organizations to discuss a suc- tries since the 1950s. 2015, Poles will mark the 407th Anni- Polish law prohibits shooting the animal. ed to make versary of the fi rst Polish settlers who cessful, well-coordinated Polish Ameri- Polish newscasters dubbed Matylda a “master of sur- juice for her son and daughter; so she were among the fi rst skilled workers in can Heritage Month event. vival,” eluding traps, chases on horseback, hunting by froze all of her berries. “I was reading America. They, therefore, will also sa- 2. Request local elected offi cials to dogs and freezing temperatures. At long last, Zasada “tried about aronia and it’s one of the most lute all American workers and urge peo- present a proclamation or special greet- courting the cow”, bringing her apples, salt, cabbages, and healthy fruits in the whole world,” she ple to purchase the products and services ings to the Polish American community. “it worked” —Matylda is now back on Zasada’s farm, al- comments. offered by American workers. 3. Offer a Mass at your local church though she did lose her calf while on the run and bears For some Poles, the berries connect Polish Americans will also mark for the intention of your area Polish multiple scars from her adventures. See “Aronia ...,” page 4 the 236th Anniversary of the death of See “Heritage Month,” page 3 2 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • SEPTEMBER 2015
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Follow us on Facebook or visit us on the internet at: Election 2016: Are You Up to the Challenge? polamjournal.com In fourteen months, Americans collectively pooled their reporters ment in Poland? U.S. military bases Our second suggestion is to de- will choose a new President. For the so that one united bloc faced the there? Russia: How do you plan on velop a coordinated strategy to get September Q Wrzesieñ past two months, the Polish Ameri- candidates. dealing with an expansionist and re- political information out to voters. can Journal has asked how mean- No single Polonian media out- visionist Russia? (For Hillary Clin- We need a “Polonia Votes” webpage “No time to grieve for roses when ingful a role Polonia will play in that let―newspaper, radio, or TV―is ton: do you plan on another “reset” where this information―kept truly the forests are burning.” process. We identified two prerequi- so important it can stand on its own with Moscow?) What are you going current throughout the electoral sea- — Juliusz Słowacki, born this sites to exercising any meaning po- before the U.S. Presidential can- son―is readily available. We’d love month in 1809. litical influence: insuring our people didates. We call on representatives It wouldn’t be a bad idea to see the Polish American Congress have citizenship and are registered. from the leading Polonian media― to invite each and every and other organizations start churn- 1 1939. Without declaring war, Effective naturalization and voter and we’re ready to do this our- ing out newsletters. The minute the Nazi Germany attacks Poland, registration campaigns need to be selves―to get together and come up major Party candidate to Republican and Democratic candi- which becomes the first country launched now if we are to play a role with a pool of reporters and ask each march up Fifth Avenue dates are apparent, they ought to be in Europe to resist armed ag- in that process. primary candidate for an interview this October. invited―and expected―to show up gression. World War II begins. Besides naturalization and reg- for American Polonia. Ideally, that in the New York Pulaski Day Parade 2 1833. Birth of Polish scientist istration, there’s a need for a third should happen by New Year’s Day. to do about Russia’s ongoing occu- as the beginning of Polish Heritage Rudolf Weigl, who discovered the typhus microbe. pillar: information. Information is Absolutely it must happen no later pation of Ukraine? What will you Month, when they should be expect- 4 1939. Nazis march into Czesto- a two-way street: Polonia needs to than March 1, because in March do about Russian―and Chinese ed to talk to our media about our is- chowa, Poland. know where the candidates stand, voters pick candidates in several big and North Korean―cyberattacks on sues. (Honestly, it wouldn’t be a bad 1809. Birth of Juliusz Slowacki, but the candidates also need to know Polonian states: Illinois, Michigan, other countries? Politics & Econom- idea inviting each and every major Juliusz Słowacki, poet. He is where Polonia stands, what matters Ohio, and Massachusetts. Once both ics: Poland has traditionally been Party candidate to march up Fifth considered one of the “Three to Polish American voters. parties identify their candidates, that one of America’s best friends in Eu- Avenue this October. You can never Bards” of Polish literature — a Both parties marginalized Euro- media pool ought to grill them again rope. Will and how will you restore have friends too early). major figure in the Polish Ro- pean ethnic voters in 2008 and 2012. after the conventions. that relationship, making it more ro- We have no illusion that getting mantic period, and the father of We need to get into the candidates’ And what are our issues? Visas: bust? How do you plan on expand- Polonia on the presidential candi- modern Polish drama.. faces — in both parties — early. We when and how will you make Po- ing American trade and investment dates’ radar won’t be easy, but the 5 1981. Through Sept. 10. First offer two suggestions: land a Visa Waiver country? Will with Poland? Social Policy: Despite task begins now. Poles have the Solidarity Congress with 865 representatives of the nearly ten Our first suggestion is the need you support temporary employment lots talk about “representativeness” numbers in enough states in a close million strong union meets in for Polonian media to get together visas for Poles, like the E3 visa was and “diversity,” Polish Americans election to make or break a candi- Oliwia Hall in Gdansk. to approach the candidates. Back a reward for Australia? Defense: are still underrepresented in govern- date. Are we smart enough to capi- 6 1921. Birth of Korczak Zi- in the 1990s, the Irish ethnic media Will you support missile deploy- ment. How do you change that? talize on that? olkowski, American sculp- tor best known for beginning a monumental tribute to Crazy FORUM/ Anthony Bara Horse in South Dakota. 7 1764. Election of Stanisław August Poniatowski. Poland, the Linchpin of Europe 8 NATIVITY OF MARY In Polish custom, today’s birth September is a very important attaining a quick victory, but by Although the Poles mobili- threat, and the consequences of that of the Virgin is considered the month for Poland and all people September it became clear that, bar zed around 1,000,000 men, they struggle impacted Europe’s overall best day for Fall planting. with a Polish background. Two sig- some miracle, Vienna would fall. were technologically outmatched, fate. 9 1912. Opening of St. John Kan- nificant, yet contrasting, events oc- Poland would provide the mirac- especially in armor. Furthermore, ty Preparatory School and Col- curred during this month in Polish le. Polish King John III Sobieski had Germany’s powerful air force wre- HAD POLAND FAILED to halt the lege in Erie, Pa. history: the 1683 victory at Vienna, long feared Ottoman encroachment aked havoc on Polish military estab- Turks at Vienna, Europe would have 10 1897. Lattimer Massacre. which halted the Ottoman Empire’s into Europe and recognized that if lishments and transportation lines. 11 1382. Jadwiga (Hedwig) advance into Europe and the 1939 Vienna fell, Poland might be next, To make matters worse, the So- been vulnerable to further bloods- d’Anjou crowned queen of Po- conquest by Nazi Germany and So- followed by the kingdoms of the viet Union had allied with Nazi Ger- hed and destruction. Similarly, had land. viet Russia. west. In early September, Sobieski many and invaded Poland from the Poland succeeded in halting the Na- 12 1683. defeats Jan Sobieski III zis, it would have interrupted Adolf Turks besieging Vienna. In both cases, Poland proved marched an army of 60,000 men to- east on September 17th. Surrounded 14 1951. Death of painter and illus- to be central in deciding Europe’s ward Vienna to relieve the desperate by two invading powers, it is ama- Hitler’s designs and possibly rallied trator Artur Szyk. fate, a centrality that is all-too-often defenders. zing that Poland lasted as long as it the rest of Europe against him in a 15 1697. Coronation of August II overlooked in studies of European On Saturday, September 11th, did. The Polish army capitulated on moment of weakness. the Strong. and global history. Sobieski’s forces, including his pri- October 5, which meant Poland had In that sense, Poland has been the 16 1736. Death of Gabriel Daniel During the decades leading up zed Winged Hussars, charged upon resisted for 35 days (bn comparison, historic linchpin of Europe. Its fate Fahrenheit, German scientist to the 1683 Battle of Vienna, the the dumbfounded Turkish camp France lasted about 45 days against born in Gdansk in 1686, and Muslim Ottoman Empire had gra- from atop a ridge. The Ottomans Nazi Germany alone). The western has been inextricably tied to the fate who identified himself as a Pole. dually been eroding Christian po- were slaughtered, their leader Kara powers failed to provide Poland of the rest of the continent. This is in 17 1939. Soviet invasion of Poland. wer in southeastern Europe. The Mustafa Pasha, forced to flee for his with any significant military -sup no small part due to Poland’s central 18 ST. STANISLAUS KOSTKA rivalry between Christianity and Is- life. After the victory, Sobieski wro- port, despite their promises to do so geographic location within Europe, 19 1987. Pope John Paul II pre- sides at Eucharistic celebration lam had persisted for centuries, and te to the Pope, “We came, we saw, before the war. With Poland fell the which has time and again put it on at Detroit’s Silverdome Stadium. both sides had committed horrible and God conquered.” flood gates, and the Nazis quickly the front lines of the immemorial Piękna miska jeść nie daje. atrocities against each other. In the went on to control or influence most struggle between east and west. A beautifully decorated plate summer of 1683, the Turks set their EXACTLY 256 YEARS LATER in of the European continent. As Poles and people of Polish won’t feed anyone. sights on Vienna, which would ser- 1939, Poland’s fortune would be the Although the results of these two descent, we should be proud about 22 1896. Start of the first Polish ve as a gateway to conquer the rest opposite. On September 1st, Nazi historical events were drastically our central place in history. At the Catholic Congress in Buffalo, of Europe. Germany invaded Poland with 40 different, they share two major si- founded by Rev. John Pitass. For months, a massive Ottoman infantry divisions and 14 mechani- milarities: first, in both instances, same time, we should learn from our 25 BLESSED WLADYSLAW army of 150,000 laid siege to Vien- zed divisions. They utilized a stra- Europe was threatened by an enemy past and be prepared for the possi- OF GIELNIOW na. The city’s fortified walls and tegy called Blitzkrieg, which relied bent on total conquest; and secon- bility of once again having to play Patron saint of Warsaw (1505) handful of brave Austrian defenders on an overwhelmingly fast-paced dl, in both instances, Poland was a difficult, but crucial role in future 26 1944. Polish paratroopers cover the retreat of British units from managed to impede the Turks from armored assault. among the first to fight this grave events. Arnhem. 27 1942. 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PAC Meets in Heritage Month: Time to Shine WARSAW WATCH / Robert Strybel Washington continued from cover your committee at no charge with “PERIOD OF PEACE IS OVER” Polish government is going ahead continued from cover American community and invite the name of his business at the bot- – POLISH DEFENSE MINISTER. with plans to build an atomic pow- U.S. senators in their offices on July every one to attend. Following the tom as an advertisement. Polish Defense Minister Tomasz erplant in Poland even though most 22 as part of Polonia’s effort to gain Mass, hold a reception with Polish 3. Sponsor a children’s music Siemoniak said recently the post- Poles are opposed. assurances for the security of Poland pastries and refreshments, welcom- or dance recital to highlight Pol- by the U.S. and NATO Alliance — ing all in the spirit of Polish hospi- ish music or dance in a local audi- Cold War period of peace is “now POLAND LAUNCHES FIRST the latter in which Poland has been tality. torium, school hall or recreation over,” as the European Union NEW NAVAL SHIP IN YEARS. 4. Sponsor an event to honor center. There are children’s groups a member since 1999. grapples with various crises. They The Navy Yard in the Baltic Port of noted men and women of Poland. that would appreciate this type of During a conference in the after- include the Ukrainian conflicts ter- Gdynia was recently the scene of During October we mark the death exposure. noon of July 22, the PAC directors rorist threats and the humanitar- the first launching of a new naval of American Revolutionary War It’s a great way to get people to- were briefed on the inner workings ian refugee crisis in the alongside vessel in years, a patrol ship Chris- hero General Casimir Pulaski on gether for a positive event involv- of the U.S.-Poland relationship by NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg in the tened the ORP Ślązak, Construction October 15th. ing young people. Invite the general Brittany Boulieu of the U.S. Sen- western city of Żagań where they began back in 2001 when the ves- You can conduct a tribute cer- public to attend. ate Foreign Relations Committee, attended the first full maneuvers of sel had been planned as a corvette emony in front of a portrait of Pu- 4. Sponsor a Polish poster art Kyle Parker and Philip Bednarczyk the alliance’s new rapid-reaction named ORP Gawron. (ORP = Okręt laski. You can also consider hon- contest requesting area schools to of the House Committee on Foreign force. The exercises, the biggest re- Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej or Ship oring people such as Ignacy Jan highlight Polish history and culture Affairs, as well as by H. Martin Mc- inforcement of the NATO countries’ of the Republic of Poland.) Com- Paderewski, Fryderyk Chopin, Ma- through student art. Display their art Dowell, the deputy director in the collective defenses since t the Cold mentators have noted that Poland rie Sklodowska Curie and others. works and sponsor an award cer- Office for Central Europe in the Bu- War, followed Russia’s announce- has the facilities needed build mod- 5. Encourage people to display emony. reau for European and Eurasian Af- ment that it would boost its nuclear ern naval vessels but can do so only Polish and American flagsand Pol- fairs at the Department of State arsenal this year. if the Defense Ministry lays out the ish American Heritage Month post- CULTURAL DISPLAYS Senator Charles Schumer (NY) cash. Poland’s defense industry was ers in their homes, organizational Organize a display at your local ELECTIONEERING PRIME MIN- addressed the group regarding his criticized a recent decision to pur- headquarters, banks, businesses, shopping mall or library featuring ISTER PLAYS HEALTH CARD. strong and continuing support for chase French helicopters rather than etc. Flags, posters and banners help Polish books, arts and crafts, wyci- Prime Minister Ewa Kopacz, whose Poland and Poland’s admission into bring attention to the fact that Oc- nanki and paintings by Polish Amer- government’s record in the health- those produced in Poland. the VWP. In addition, Congress- tober is National Polish American ican artists. care field has been mediocre or WE SHOULD BE LIKE POLAND – woman Marcy Kaptur (OH), Con- H e r i t a g e Contact local artists and request worse, has suddenly started notic- UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT. gressman Mike Quigley (IL), and Ukrai- Month and them to display their works at the lo- ing the shortcomings of the national Congressman Daniel Lipinski (IL) nian President Petro Poroshenko that Polonia cal library, parish hall, organization health service. Electioneering ahead plans to present an amendment to offered their insights to the PAC re- is celebrat- hall, public or office building lobby. of October’s election, which ac- garding these issues. Schumer, Kap- his country’s constitution patterned ing proudly. cording to opinion polls her Civic on the example of neighboring Po- tur, and Quigley were recognized Sample post- FAMILY AND FRIENDS Platform party is not favored to with the organization’s highest land. That would include Poland’s ers are available from the Heritage 1. Start your family tree and in- win, she has announced an interest- experience with decentralization recognition – the Polish American Month link on the Museum’s inter- vite all the members of your family free loan of $26 million for each of Congress Medal of Freedom – for which brings the governing au- net site at: PolishAmericanCenter. to get involved. four main medical institutions: the thorities closer to ordinary people. their many efforts on behalf of Po- com 2. Review a map of Poland and Polish Mother’s Health Center, the land and Polish American commu- “Those reforms will strengthen 6. Sponsor a lunch or dinner learn more about the town or city of Children’s Health Center, the Insti- Ukraine’s unity and become an anti- nity. social with Polish food, music and your ancestors. tute of Mother and Child and the On the final day of the meeting, dote to federalization,” Poroshenko entertainment. 3. Read a book on Polish his- University Children’s Hospital in rejected the notion of federaliza- Dr. Michael Carpenter, special ad- tory and share that information with Kraków-Prokocim, popularly called visor to Vice President Biden, ad- tion being forcefully promoted by YOUTH ACTIVITIES family and friends. “the American hospital.” She added Moscow which would give eastern dressed the group and among his 1. Organize an essay contest in 4. Attend a Polish American that the government would provide comments, Carpenter unequivocally Ukraine’s break-away Donbas re- your local schools. Complete infor- event and invite others to attend higher subsidies for other finan- gion a special status and effectively stated that “the United States will mation on sponsoring an essay con- with you. cially strapped hospitals treating the defend Poland and the U.S. will use draw it into the Russian sphere of test is available from the Museum’s 5. Display a Polish and Ameri- most serious diseases. influence. all of its tools to defend its allies.” internet site. You can award prizes can flag, a red and white bow, or a POLAND WARNED AGAINST Carpenter’s remarks were followed during a school assembly or public Heritage Month poster in your home POLES ADVISED AGAINST by those of Mark Koumans, deputy event to encourage participation or place of business. ATOMIC POWER. Germany’s VISITING TUNISIA. The Polish assistant secretary for international from parents and students alike. Ask 6. Learn more about Polish Economy and Energy Minister Foreign Ministry has reiterated its aÍffairs at the Department of Home- local businesses and organizations customs and share that information Sigmar Gabriel has warned Poland appeal urging Pols not to vacation land Security, who briefed the group to help sponsor the event and offer with others. against building nuclear power- in Tunisia where Muslim terrorists on the details and mechanism of prizes. 7. Join a Polish American orga- plants on its territory. “If we con- have been targeting foreign tourists. U.S. Visa Waiver Program. This is also a way to involve lo- nization and get involved in some sider the total investment, atomic Poles have been among the victims In addition to spending an ad- cal teachers as judges of the essay way. powerplants are the costliest way of of recent attacks. At a conference vocacy day on Capitol Hill, PAC contest. generating energy,” he told a Polish- at the Ministry in Warsaw, Polish members had the opportunity to vis- 2. Sponsor a coloring contest. FOR MORE IDEAS and informa- German Energy Forum recently. 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SYBIRACY / Stefania Borstowa Memories from Deportation to Kazakhstan – Friendship with Our Hosts Editor’s note: ������������������������������As a result of the secret pro- The first part described the depor- owners to heal their arthritic pains. Marysia tocol of Ribbentrop-Molotov non-aggression tation and travel to Kazakhstan. treated them with the ointments that we had pact, Poland was invaded from the west by Part II of III in Poland. Patients had to lay naked in the sun Nazi Germany and later from the east by So- After our Kazakh host died sud- or on the nettles, with their skin oiled. It was viet Russia in September 1939. The German denly on the way to visit his daugh- a good treatment. After two months they were attack to Poland on September 1, 1939 is also ter, Olga, his wife went into a rage. able to walk and work again. considered the beginning of the World War When we came back home with four The room which we were given had three II. Although the attack by Germany was an- buckets of wild strawberries picked windows, a wooden ceiling and floor and was ticipated, the Soviet invasion (September 17) up in the forest, we saw our belong- full of bugs. After one full week of hard work caught Poland and the Western world by sur- ings thrown outside of the home. We we removed the old plaster from the walls prise. The invasion of Poland from both sides were homeless again. and prepared 120 buckets of clay to cover concluded a fourth partition of Poland. The We were far away from our home the walls. Then we bleached the walls with Soviet invasion was followed by massive in- in Poland, in ������������������������Krutoyarka, a ����������small vil- chalk tinged with indelible pencil (what a voluntary deportations of the Polish popula- PHOTO: SIBRACY.ORG lage somewhere in Kustanay region pretty color!). We literally burned out all the tion, especially so called “social enemies” to Poles living with Kazakh family. in Kazakhstan. We decided to walk crevices with naphtha (petroleum). At the end the East. This operation was done by NKVD band, Edward Borst and their two children, to the village, but all quarters were we cleaned the rest of the house and the bugs and involved about one million people. The lived in Stanislawow, in the Southeastern part occupied by other Polish families living with disappeared. women and children were usually sent to the of Poland. Edward Borst came from an in- local Kazakhs families. Finally somebody We lived in this house two years. We de- remote settlements of Siberia or Kazakhstan, fluential family of textile manufacturers from showed to us a wooden house with the door veloped a deep friendship with the host fam- while the men were sent to labor camps where Zgierz (Lodz area). He was a Polish officer glued with clay entering to the living room. ily and we did lots of good acts to each other. they worked in inhuman conditions, and many of the reserve. In 1939, his military unit was The owners were ill, laying on the benches These were noble people and we owe them died. The memoirs presented here depict very caught by Soviets during the attempt to cross near the furnace. We were given this living a lot. well the fate of these people through the ex- to Romania after the Soviet invasion, and he room. continued next month ample of one family, the Borsts. was sent to a forced labor camp in Komi re- Our presence was a blessing for the own- Baba Jaga Corner: Visit Jaga Polish Cul- Since 1938, Stefania, along with her hus- public, where he later died of dysentery. ers, since Marysia was able slowly to help the ture Website at: www.polishsite.us Duda: “Poland — not only symbolically, but also geopolitically — has moved from East to West.” continued from cover dral to attend Mass, which was celebrated by Duda told the Sejm that Poland’s foreign only symbolically, but also geopolitically — tion government has steadfastly justified its Archbishop Stanisław Gądecki, Head of the policy should “not be a revolution, but it has moved from East to West.” raising of the retirement age as an essential Polish Bishops’ Conference, together with the needs correction and an increase in activity. “European cohesion must be constructed measure to combat Poland’s demographic cri- Primate of Poland Wojciech Polak, Kazimierz “This correction is talking about our goals, in such a way that Polish affairs are also taken sis. Cardinal Nycz of Warsaw and the Papal Nun- our aspirations, presenting our point of view into account,” he said. “In this way, we should He called for mutual respect, which, as he cio Archbishop in a calm but build the unity of NATO,” the newly sworn in put it, is the key to repairing Poland. Migliore. Polonian Masses Congratulate firm and unam- president continued. “This respect must be the cornerstone of Later in New President: You Can, Too biguous manner, Duda stressed the importance of building the community,” Duda said, adding that he the day, dur- WASHINGTON, D.C. — Polonian activists in our by communicat- a strong and well-equipped army and pledged believes in a constructive cooperation with ing a ceremony nation’s capital have begun a grass roots initiative to ing this to our cooperation with the minister of defense. “But the government, the Sejm and the Senate. in front of the sign a congratulatory letter to new Polish president i n t e r n a t i o n a l it will also be active. I believe that we can Tomb of the Un- Andrzej Duda. The letter will be presented to Duda, partners,” the work together for the good of the Republic in OFFICIAL DUTIES. While in the Parliament, known Soldier likely during his visit to the UN in September. “We president said. this field.” the President laid flowers at the plaques com- in Warsaw, An- want to show that Polonia still has not perished and to On the inter- “Here one has to put the matter clearly memorating Polish parliamentarians who drzej Duda took let Poland know that we still care,” said one organizer. national arena — we need more guarantees from NATO, perished during World War II and those who over command To sign the letter contact John Armstrong at: over the last 26 not only we as Poland, but the whole of Cen- were killed, along with the president and oth- of the armed [email protected]. years Poland tral and Eastern Europe in the current diffi- er high-ranking officials, in the plane crash in forces. has enjoyed two cult geopolitical situation. We need a greater Russia in April 2010. He is the sixth Polish president since the great successes, according to Duda: member- NATO presence in this part of Europe, includ- From the Parliament, the president and country embarked on the path of democratic ship of NATO and the EU. ing in our country,” Duda said. the First Lady proceeded to St. John’s Cathe- transformations in the summer of 1989. “Thanks to these events, Poland — not —Radio Poland Aronia: Berries are used in shakes, smoothies, and with cereal continued from cover INC. FARM, COLDBROOK PHOTO: the web for aronia and found Coldbrook Farm. with their business. Chicago’s Ewa Bielska, li- She bought a case of frozen berries for juice. Last The Next “Superfruit” censed esthetician and owner of beauty salon Bi- summer she called again to ask if she could pick Aronia (Photinia melanocarpa, oLife Organic Spa, focuses on health. “I picked fresh aronia with friends. When she arrived, she formerly Aronia melanocarpa) is the berries, because they’re natural produce, walked over to a bush, picked a berry to taste and commonly known as “black choke- very healthy and very beneficial to the skin and smiled. berry,” although the preferred com- healthy living,” she says. “I put them in the freez- Muszynska’s first group included eight mon name used by individuals er and have a few in the morning with a shake.” friends, thrilled to know about self-pick aronia who sell the berries or products Agnieszka Ostrowska-Walawski, an Arling- made from them is “aronia berry” close to Chicago. Seven of them, Polish-born, or simply “aronia,” said Joe M. Han- ton Heights distributor for Forever Living.com had eaten aronia in their first country; some had nan, commercial horticulture field LLC, who also froze berries, made juice. “Every picked there. specialist at Iowa State University day I have a shake or smoothie,” she reports, “all The guests had their choice of berries, acres Extension and Outreach. different kinds.” She makes her smoothies with of them. Everyone, bright orange bucket in hand, Although the perennial shrub is aronia, other fruits and green vegetables. chose the younger patch. The men and women native to the eastern United States, “My eight year old son doesn’t like smooth- teamed and talked as berries fell into the buckets. it has been grown as a commercial ies,” she remarks. “I use a Forever Living prod- They spoke Polish the entire time, enjoying the berry crop in most Eastern Europe- uct for him, a vanilla shake with banana, straw- moment. One woman kicked off her sandals and an countries since the 1950s. Large- scale commercial cultivation of berry and aronia.” walked barefoot between the rows. Magda Urbaniak of River Grove froze her aronia started in the Soviet Union The picking lasted three hours. Afterward, in the late 1940s as a means for pro- berries and blended some of them with pears in everyone stood around in a circle, sharing Pol- ducing their own source of vitamin preserves. Also, she says, “I’m eating them every ish deli meats and cheese and their beloved first C and reached 43,984 acres in 1984. day with my cereal. Plain.” language. Some of the guests proved to be seri- According to the Polish Ministry of ous pickers. Two left the field with 60 pounds; a Agriculture and Rural Development THE FARM. Nestled in the Kankakee River third, with 30. in Warsaw, there were 11,119 acres Valley outside of Momence, Coldbrook Farm in Poland in 2004. One year later One woman said she’d dried aronia. She the number had grown to 12,355 (ColdbrookFarm.net) grows aronia in America’s didn’t know that everyone would be leaving heartland, surrounded by sod, corn and soybeans. acres. One Polish company alone CHICAGO-AREA RESIDENTS Magdalena Fra- with a small tub of Coldbrook Farm’s own dried sold 40,000 tons of aronia juice In The grower, John Pilcher, left his family farm in sweetened aronia berries to remember their visit. western Illinois for college. He couldn’t get the czek (left), Krystyna Ostrowska (center) and Ag- Europe, new business startups that use aronia berries as an ingredi- farm out of his system. nieska Ostrowska-Walawski (right) show their Before they packed up and went home, Pilcher bounty from picking aronia in the rain at Cold- promised the ones who return this year a discount ent have increased from just two While living in Seattle, he encountered a launches in 1997 to 108 in 2007. wide range of food crops and fell for berries of brook Farm in Momence, Ill. if they bring a friend. The friend will also receive the discount. Europeans, and Poles in par- all kinds. He learned about aronia berries after Unlike most farms in Poland and the U.S., his ticular, enjoy juice made from the returning to Illinois. Their uniqueness intrigued non-GMO fruit grows sustainably, with no herbi- The next day, Muszynska emailed that she had plant’s berries for its antioxidants, him. They’d been grown commercially in the cides or synthetic insecticides. a group of 20 or 25 who’d like to come. “What which are greater than those found United States for only about 20 years. He bought do you think?” she asked. in cranberry, blueberry, strawberry, some land, planted aronia bushes in 2009 and in- THE POLISH CONNECTION. Three years ago, They, too, would have a Polish moment and cherry, pomegranate, goji, and stalled drip irrigation to assure table quality fruit. Grazyna Muszynska of Barrington was searching put aronia on the table – and in the freezer! mangosteen extracts. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • SEPTEMBER 2015 www.polamjournal.com 5
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New Webpage Polish American WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Polish Advisory Council, PAJF Journal Foundation a bipartisan, non-profit organiza- tion, which works to represent polit- The PAJF is a non-profit 501c3 organization established to ical interests of the Polish American promote Polish and Polish American culture and traditions among community, has unveiled its new members of the public and other Polish and Polish American groups. webpage at www.americanpoli- It does this by organizing and supporting special events, networking, shadvisorycouncil.org. and providing consultation to individuals and groups, which seek to The website embodies technol- learn more about the Polish community in the United States. ogy to connect with and engage As a national newspaper serving Polish immigrants and their users and deliver information in an descendents since 1911, the Polish American Journal has a unique easy to navigate format, optimized perspective on the shortfalls — primarily funding — that have for smart phone and tablet access. prevented many great projects from getting off the ground. We also Users will find information on past have grown increasingly frustrated to see students — future leaders, and upcoming events such as the who are passionate about Polonia — seek other areas of study because 2015 annual conference which takes they could not secure something as simple as airfare to study in Poland place in Washington, D.C. on Octo- THE FULTON POLISH FEST COMMITTEE is hard at work, planning the or abroad. ber 10 of this year, as well as issues 10th Annual Polish Fest for 2015. This year’s event will be on Saturday, Likewise, we being undertaken by the organiza- September 19, from noon to 7:00 p.m. at the Fulton Polish Home, 153 see so many tion such as Poland’s inclusion in West First Street South (Rte 48). t a l e n t e d the Visa Waiver Program. As in previous years, the Fest will have a live polka band, Polish and academicians, “The new website is part of our American Food, and Polish beer on tap. Admission is free and proceeds s c h o l a r s , strategy to position and grow our benefit the Polish Home Building Fund. artists, folk organization but also to support our For more information call the Polish Home at (315) 593-2875. groups — the mission of strengthening the po- Pictured are (l. to r.): Dora Roik; Bob Pietrucha; Nancy James; John Kruk; list goes on — litical voice and influence of Polish Holly Carpenter; and Bob Vayner. whose special Americans,” said Darek Barcikows- projects or ki, executive director. areas of study APAC President Gen. Edward Styka Exhibit and Sale have been dropped for Rowny (ret.), said the launch co- DOYLESTOWN, Pa. — The located in Doylestown. This exhibit lack of funds. Your tax-deductible donation to the Polish Ameri- incides with the opening of regis- Polish Heritage Society of Philadel- takes place concurrently with the In many can Journal Foundation supports our efforts to keep tration for the 2015 APAC Annual phia in cooperation with the Pauline Shrine’s Polish Festival and Coun- cases, state the Polish American community strong for genera- Conference. “We are also in the Fathers of the National Shrine of try Fair. Exhibit dates: Labor Day midst of a tremendous undertak- or federal arts tions to come. Our Lady of Czestochowa will be Weekend: September 5, 6, 7 and 12, or cultural ing to build support for the US Visa holding its 37th Annual Adam Sty- 13, 2015. Waiver for Poland, an effort that we funding is available, but these groups cannot afford processing fees ka Art Exhibit and Sale at the Na- All are welcome. For more in- to meet application requirements. It is time to start helping our own. need the entire community to join. tional Shrine of Our Lady of Cze- formation, contact Marie Hejnosz at The new webpage enables users to stochowa, in the Art Exhibit Room (215) 487-0221 or email hejnosz@ MEMBERSHIP. Donations are accepted in any amount. All donations do just that: to get updated on the (gift-shop building, lower level) gmail.com. issue and to get engaged,” he said. will be acknowledged and may be used as charitable contributions on your tax return. As a member, you can suggest any worthwhile cause: a donation to a local Polish American museum; veteran’s group; schol- SPOTLIGHT ON LONG ISLAND / Barbara Szydlowski arship fund; dance group, etc. Our board reviews these suggestions and creates a ballot of the most-requested causes/recipients, which will then be voted on by current members. (Membership is yearly, Matki Boskiej Zielnej, September 8 starting with the date of your most recent donation). All members re- serve the right to abstain from being a voting member. Are you aware September was by students of the Ignacy Jan Pa- Since 1911, the Polish American Journal has been an advocate for originally, the seventh month of the derewski Polish Supplementary Poles and their descendants in the United States. Help us utilize over Roman year and was named after School in Glen Head, Long Island. 100 years of the Polish American experience to support those who the number seven? It was a time to The Quartet has performed in vari- share our core values of strong family, faith, and community. finish harvesting and to celebrate ous cultural institutions including the results. The Polish word for Sep- the Consulate General of the Re- OFFICERS & BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Eugene Trela, Cleveland, tember is wrzesień. public of Poland as well as Carnegie Ohio; Ben Stefanski II, Cleveland, Ohio; MaryLou Wyrobek, Buffalo, Weill Hall and in the 2014 Lincoln N.Y.; Mark A. Kohan, President, Buffalo, N.Y.; and Kathleen Bruno, MATKI BOSKIEJ ZIELNEJ. As Center Concert Festival Winners Secretary, Buffalo, N.Y. summer comes to an end, the Polish Recital. “Feast of Greenery” (Matki Boskiej The program for September 13 PRIVACY. The PAJF is the sole owner of the information provided by Zielnej) takes place on September will feature the music of Bach, Cho- its members. The PAJF will not sell, share, or rent this information to 8. The farm folks bring to church pin, Beethoven and Mozart. others. It will be used solely for record-keeping and correspondence. great bouquets of herbs, vegetables and corn, along with a few flowers MUSINGS. The Military Heritage from the field and garden, which magazine’s September issue fea- MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION are the blessed by the priest. 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RELIGION / Bemjamin Fiore, S.J. Mass Mob continued from cover and Packard — the noon Mass brings in an average 200 people, Minister of Culture Visits Orchard Lake’s Polish Mission which looks sparse for a building Madam Professor Malgorzata school equivalency programs, Eng- that seats 1,500. Thom Mann, an Olmilanowska, minister of culture lish language instruction, and other organizer with Detroit Mass Mob of the Republic of Poland, made a services to the needy on Buffalo’s who’s not a regular at St. Florian, special trip to Orchard Lake, Mich., East side. had to get here early because, he July 23, 2015. The Polish Mission Zachary Naternak, a sopho- says, “there’ll be standing room there was honored as recipients of more at Buffalo’s Bishop Timon-St. only.” the Gloria Artis (gold) medal for the Jude HS, on receiving the Fr. Len “People are upset that the church- promotion and preservation of Pol- Memorial Scholarship. The scholar es are closing, but the simple reason ish heritage and culture. (National Honor Society, Academic is, people don’t go,” Mann says. The Polish Mission and the Or- All Star) – Athlete (JV soccer, hock- Detroit Mass Mob started af- chard Lake Schools is the only or- ey, baseball and crew) also belongs ter Mann saw an article about the ganization in the United States that to the Franciscan Men of Service Mass Mobs being held in Buffalo. has received the highest level of this Club, belongs to the International The first event in Detroit drew 150 medal. Club and is a Student Ambassador, people. The next had 400. Nine hun- Mission Director Marcin Chumi- as well as the Health Care and Ca- dred people came to the third Mass. ecki, and The Polish Mission team reer Academy. He enjoys cheering Then they started looking for bigger welcomed the Minister to Orchard on his sister as a supporter of the churches. Lake on July 23 for a behind-the- Polish Heritage Dancers of Western At the Mass Mob at St. Florian, scenes tour of the campus. Chumi- N.Y. 2,000 people showed up. ecki showed Omilanowska pro- Maren Lelonek and Janine The priest, the Rev. Mirek gramming at PARI in the Fr. Wotta Steinhauser, the first graduates Frankowski, who also doubles as Building, and visiting archivist To- of Chesterton Academy located in music director, said the crowd near- masz Szpil discussed some of our GLORIA ARTIS PRESENTED. Pictured above are (l. to r.): Dr. Stan Ma- the former St. Josaphat School in ly brought him to tears. most valuable collections in the ar- jewski, chairman of The Polish Mission Board; Lud Koci, chairman of the Cheektowaga, N.Y. Fr. Richard “Because, I mean, such a big chives. Board of Regents; Professor Olmilanowska, minister of culture of the Poblocki, pastor of St. Josaphat’s crowd, it’s impossible to see these Omilanowska, welcomed attend- Republic of Poland; Msgr. Thomas Machalski, chancellor and rector of Parish, praised the graduates and the days in any of the churches. But ees to the exclusive showing of Po the Orchard Lake Schools; and Marcin Chumiecki, director of The Polish schools on their accomplishments thanks to the Mob Mass we have Prostu (Simply) PINK in the Gale- Mission. and on the blending of academics this feeling of what it was so many ria. She spoke about the importance and faith. The school, which opened years ago, when the churches were of remembering and preserving the NAZI ERA-CRIME SUSPECT’S TORONTO. Three Knights of Co- in 2013, will have 36 students in the filled with people.” past, but also how beautiful it is to CASE SHELVED. German prosecu- lumbus Councils in Toronto, Cardi- fall and boasts a curriculum which Last month, 1,468 attendees celebrate the future. tors have suspended their war crimes nal Wyszynski #9296, Maximilian includes four years of philosophy packed St. Josaphat for a Noon Mass. investigation of a retired Minne- Kolbe #9612 & Eugene Mazenod and a classic education model with Donations totaled $13,550.00. The ST. JOHN PAUL II EXHIBIT IN sota carpenter, exposed as a former #12916 invited Dr. Dariusz Cupiał Latin, Music, Art, Debate, and previous week’s total was $886.00. THE VATICAN. The late saint pon- commander in an SS-led unit. As from Poland to host a two-day in- Drama. For more information go to The church’s iconic steeple was tiff’s friendship with the Jewish commander of a unit of the SS-led tensive workshop on fatherhood. www.buffalochestertonacademy.org recently rebuilt following storm people, with particular emphasis on Ukrainian Self Defense Legion, the Dr. Cupiał is founder of TATO.net, and www.facebook.com/buffaloch- damage that almost forced its clo- his childhood friend Jerzy Kluger, 96-year-old Michael Karkoc is re- an organization that helps “fathers esterton. sure. is the subject of a four-section, mul- ported to have ordered the attack on be better fathers.” The workshop In Buffalo, Buffalo Mass Mob HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO… tisensory exhibit. After touring 18 a Polish village in which dozens of focused on the book 7 Secrets of Ef- XII celebrated the feast of Our Lady locations in the United States, the civilian were killed. He concealed fective Fatherhood by Ken Canfield. Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph in of Czestochowa at Corpus Christi exhibit, curated by James Buchanan his membership in the Self-Defense Hamburg, N.Y., celebrating 50 years Church in Buffalo’s Historic Polo- of Xavier University in Cincinnati Legion when he entered the US in JOHN PAUL II INSTITUTE in the religious life: Sr. M. Andrea nia District. Other Polonian parishes and William Madges of St. Joseph’s 1949. While the German authorities GRADUATES. Advanced degrees Ciszewski, Sr. Carol Claire Czyze- to benefit from the Mass Mobs were Univ. in Philadelphia, was installed concluded that Karkoc is not fit to in theology were awarded to 20 wski, Sr. Geraldine Kaczynski, Sr. Assumption in the city’s Blackrock in the Braccio di Carlo Magno, the stand trial because of his age, a par- graduates of the Pontifical John Paul Bernadette Okulicz, & Sr. Con- section, St. John Kanty on the East left-side corridor of St. Peter’s Ba- allel Polish investigation remains II Institute for Studies on Marriage stance Santilla. The jubilarians Side, and St. Casimir’s, in once- silica in Rome. The installation in ongoing and the Simon Wiesenthal and Family. The institute is located served in Western New York, De- Polonian stronghold of Kaisertown. the Vatican honors the 50th anniver- Center has criticized the U.S. gov- at Catholic University of America in troit, Springfield, Mass., and Brazil. The next event in Detroit will sary of the promulgation of Vatican ernment for failing to take action on Washington, D.C. Holy Mother of the Rosary be September 13, at St. Hedwig’s, II’s Nostra Aetate, which marked deportation proceedings. Andrzej PNCC Cathedral in Lancaster, 3245 Junction, for a noon service. a new era in Catholic-Jewish rela- Arseniuk of the polish State Na- STO LAT TO … Sr. M. Johnice N.Y., celebrating 100 years of af- tions. St. John Paul II cemented tional Remembrance Institute not- Rzadkiewicz, CSSF, on being filiation with the Polish National POLISH-ENGLISH those relations during his long pon- ed that he is waiting for assistance awarded the Magis Medal by the Catholic Church. The parish was tificate. The idea for the exhibition from the U.S. authorities to verify Jesuit Honor Society Alpha Sigma founded in 1895, before the begin- TRANSLATOR was presented to St. John Paul II to Karkoc’s handwriting. His family Nu in recognition for her living ning of the PNCC. Bishop Thad- • Official documents, letters, honor his 85th birthday. He died be- denies any involvement of his in out Jesuit values in the world in deus Peplowski, pastor emeritus, updated the parish’s history and e-mails, etc. fore it was completed and present- war crimes. an inspiring way. Sr. Johnice runs • Reasonable rates. ed. To date more than one million Buffalo’s response to Love Center, presented his findings at the -anni • Fast, reliable service by e-mail people have viewed the exhibit. FATHERHOOD WORKSHOP IN which offers food, clothing, high versary celebration. or regular mail. • Translation to/from other NO TIME FOR RABBLE. 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HAPPENINGS: CHICAGO STYLE / Geraldine Balut Coleman Paderewski Death Mask Part of PMA Permanent Collection ate bronze sculptures for part of its of Poland!” This PMA event was Sports memorabilia was auc- and, subsequently, qualified her for permanent exhibit: The Hall of the held to help defray some of the costs tioned off during the event, includ- the 2015 Pan American Games. In Races of Man. These sculptures of this endeavor that is scheduled to ing autographed items from Marcin 2012, Olivia was the world cham- were also featured at the 1933 Chi- begin on August 1. Gortat, NBA star with the Wash- pion in the backstroke and a 2014 cago World’s Fair. Guests had the opportunity to ington Wizards. Gortat is a spokes- NCAA champion in the 50-meter As Paderewski’s friend, Hoffman meet Nagel, who spoke about SEAL person for Poland’s KRS Formoza, freestyle. had previously created four sculp- training and military missions, and as well as an honorary patron of the Smoliga said, “The one thing I tures of him. In 1922, she sculpted with Colonel Gregory Barabieda, triathlon. want to take away from it (the Pan
PHOTO: GERALDINE BALUT COLEMAN three bronze pieces: Paderewski, the national liaison representative at KRS Kormoza is a non-profit Am Games) most is kind of a con- the Statesman; Paderewski, the Art- the Allied Command, who spoke of organization comprised of current fidence boost. I really want to go ist; and Paderewski, the Man. In the cooperative efforts of the Polish and former soldiers of Poland’s For- in there and feel how I used to feel, 1923, a fourth sculpture was cre- Armed Forces in NATO. moza military unit whose goal is to when I used to travel and go to these ated from plaster called Paderewski, Also appearing at this event was help soldiers wounded in action. big meets – walk on deck with my the Friend. Hoffman also created a Polish American, Thomas Drago, head held high, and really just feel bronze sculpture of Paderewski’s a former U.S. Special Forces com- SMOLIGA SECURES A PAN AM like I can do anything.” hand, which can be seen on his mando, who, from 2005-2008, was SILVER MEDAL. Winning the sil- Steinway piano in the Paderewski a SEAL instructor. During his de- ver medal in the women’s 100-me- POLAND’S MINISTER OF CUL- Room. ployment and with his camera on ter backstroke at the Pan American TURE VISITS UNITED STATES. Interestingly, the plaster cast of his helmet, he documented some Games in Toronto certainly gave a On July 22, Małgorzata Omila- Paderewski death mask. the Death Mask was the intended combat actions while participating morale boost to Olivia Smoliga of nowska, minister of culture and na- CHICAGO — The Polish Muse- first step for Hoffman’s final bronze with Polish soldiers of the Thunder Glenview, Illinois and the Univer- tional heritage of Poland, along with um of America (PMA) is pleased to sculpture: Paderewski – The Last Unit in 2003 - 2005. He presented SCOTT GRIFFIN PHOTO: Urszula Ślązak, director of the De- announce an addition to its Ignacy Phase. This bronze creation had a this short film at the PMA. partment of International Relations, Paderewski Room: The Death Mask tragic ending. It was aboard the MV The triathlon was organized by and Jacek Miler, director of Depart- of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, created Paderewski, an unescorted Polish KRS Formoza. Participants from ment of Cultural Heritage, had the by sculptor, Malvina Hoffman in cargo ship, which was torpedoed by various branches of the Polish Armed opportunity to meet with the Polish 1941. a U-214 German submarine on De- Special Forces, including comman- American community, not only at In April 2013, Martin Skoble cember 30, 1942, about 40 miles off dos, as well as members of the U.S. the Polish Consulate in Chicago, but contacted the PMA to inquire the coast of Trinidad. Navy Seals, will swim 18km from also with the Polonian communities Hel down the Gulf of Gdánsk to in Michigan and New York. While
whether the museum would be in- PIŁKA DARIUSZ PHOTO: terested in accepting Paderewski’s in Chicago, Omilanowska visited Death Mask. The PMA graciously The Polish Museum of America, accepted this gift and waited for the Chopin Theatre, and the Art its arrival. The mask, donated by Institute of Chicago. She also had Martin Skoble and Gabrielle How- the opportunity to visit and view ard, arrived at the PMA on Janu- the statues of Thaddeus Kościuszko ary 23, 2014. However, the PMA and Nicolas Copernicus, located on had to wait to open the parcel. For Chicago’s Solidarity Drive. Omila- nowska toured St. Stanislaus Kost- preservation purposes, the mask Smoliga at 2014 Phillips 66 Games. had to be acclimated to the tem- ka and Holy Trinity churches, Chi- perature and environment of the sity of Georgia. On July 17, Smo- cago’s two oldest Polish churches, museum. The PMA staff noticed liga, a college junior, won the silver which were built through the efforts some staining and cracking, and the medal with a time of 1:00.06 min- of Polish immigrants. PMA contacted Inez Litas of the Li- (l. to r.): Drago, Barabieda, Nagel, Konrad Zielinski, and Rich Owsiany. utes. Brazil’s Etiene Medeiros won On July 23, Omilanowska met tas Liparini Restoration Studio. She the gold. This was the only event with representatives of Michigan SUPPORTING ULTRA-TRIATH- recommended that some conserva- Gdynia, cycle from Gdynia to Mor- Olivia swam at the Pan Am Games, Polonia. She awarded the Orchard LON AT PMA. tion was needed. A PMA supporter, On July 26, The skie Oko in Zakopane, and finally and, with this win, she is ranked Lake Schools the Gold Medal “Glo- Ludwika Rozwadowska, agreed to Polish Museum of America (PMA), climb Rysy, the highest peak in Po- 21st in the world. ria Artis” for the school’s contribu- sponsor the needed conservation. the Tatra Mountain Cultural Foun- land’s Tatra Mountains. The triath- Having been struck with mono- tions to preserving, promoting, and The Death Mask is now on display dation, and the Polish Consulate in lon will conclude with a ceremony nucleosis before the 2014 Phillips protecting Polish heritage and cul- in the renovated state-of-the-art Pa- Chicago welcomed U.S. Navy Seal unveiling a commemorative plaque 66 National Championships, she ture. (See accompanying story on derewski Room. Team 7 member, Bradley Nagel, to honoring the fifth anniversary of the did not perform well there or at the page 6). Hoffman was a well-known New discuss his upcoming participation tragic death of General Wlodzimier 2015 NCAA tournament. However, Omilanowska then went on to York based sculptor. She had been in an ultra-triathlon, “From the Bal- Potasiński, former Commander of her fifth best time in the 100-meter visit New York and its large Polish commissioned by Chicago’s Field tic Coast to the High Tatra Moun- Poland’s Special Forces, at Smo- backstroke qualified her for -a po American community. Museum of Natural History to cre- tains: A Triathlon Across the Length lensk. sition on the national swim team, POLONIA OF THE EASTERN GREAT LAKES / Michael Pietruszka How Good Are Your Pierogi? BUFFALO, N.Y. — A delega- West Seneca ... The Canadian Pol- zis and Communists, at the St. Stan- Kyle Kohan, an instrumental music on the Home Front in Warsaw Dur- tion from WNY, which included ish Congress presented its “Polish islaus Cemetery in Cheektowaga on teacher, retired after 30 years of ser- ing World War I.” An exhibition Polish American Congress WNY Day in Mississauga 2015” at John August 15 ... SWAP Post 114 from vice in the Frontier Central School of 50 works by Polish-Lemko art- President Richard Solecki, Polish Paul II Polish Cultural Centre on the Toronto hosted “Dzien Zolnierza District. ist Nikifor Krynicki, on loan from Singers Alliance of America Presi- 5th ... The Buffalo Bisons baseball Polskiego” at Paderewski Park in The Hamilton Branch of the Ca- the Museum of Sculpture of Alfons dent Mary Lou Wyrobek, and Polish team hosted its annual “Polish Fes- Vaughn, Ontario on the 16th ... Holy nadian Polish Congress will be host- Karny in Bialystok, Poland, will re- American Congress WNY Directors tival Night” at Coca-Cola Field in Trinity Parish in Erie, Pa., held its ing its “Dozynki Harvest Ball,” main at Daemen College until Oc- Richard Mazella and Steve Flor, re- Downtown Buffalo on August 11. 22nd Annual Zabawa on the parish featuring the Korona Band, at the tober 2. cently took part in a Polish Ameri- The team recognized retired NYS grounds the weekend on August Polish Alliance Hall in Hamilton, The Roncesvalles Polish Festi- can Congress sponsored visit to the Appellate Division Judge and Cho- 21 through 23. Entertainment in- Ontario on September 12 ... Boy val will take place in Toronto also offices of congressional leaders in pin Singing Society President Ann cluded the Polka Family Band, Pol- Scout Troop 107 from St. John on September 19 and 20. For more Washington, D.C. to secure their Mikoll as the Polish-American-of- ka Country Musicians, Mar-Vels, Kanty Parish on Buffalo’s East Side information on this event, please support for the inclusion of Poland the-Year, and Pauly Kwiatkowski of Knewz, and Wiwaty Folk Dancers will mark its 90th anniversary with visit
POLISH CHEF/ Robert Strybel “Like Mamusia (or Babcia or Ciocia Halina) Used to Make!” “Like Mamusia (or Babcia or, or until meat is fairly tender. (Cook stock and season to taste with salt, make a nice summer lunch or light Ciocia Halina) used to make!” This only 45 min if a fryer is being used). pepper and a little sugar. Cream supper served with a bowl of cold and similar phrases are heard on the Skim off scum until no more forms. with 1/2 c sour cream or 1 c milk buttermilk or sour milk (eaten with PolAm scene when Polonians think To broth add 1 portion soup greens fork-blended with 1 heaping T flour. a spoon like soup) on the side. back to the sights, scents and tastes and 1 halved onion, impaled on fork Simmer briefly and serve over noo- CUCUMBERS & SOUR CREAM of their culinary childhood. More and charred over flame or directly dles or rice. Variation: When fresh often than not, the underlying sug- on electric hot plate until blackened vine-ripened tomatoes are out of (mizeria). Peel 2 cucumbers and gestion is that the delicacies and concentric rings are seen, 1 whole season, simply stir 4-5 T tomato slice into thin rounds. Sprinkle with flavors of those bygone times were tomato, 8 peppercorns, 4 grains all- concentrate directly into hot stock salt, freshly ground pepper, 2- 3 pinches sugar and 2t lemon juice or superior to today’s home-made spice and 1-3 bayleaves. Cook un- POURED-BATTER NOODLES and proceed as above. and store-bought foods. The actual til vegetables are tender. Strain and vinegar. Lace with 1/2 – 2/3 c fork- (lane kluski). Fork-blend 2 small blended sour cream (or plain yogurt dishes vary from family to family, discard all spices. Vegetables may eggs, 6 T flour and 2 pinches of salt DILLED POTATOES (kartofle but many of them are widely shared. be used in some other dish, but the z koperkiem). This is best when for weight-watchers). Optional: until mixtures is smooth. Stir in 1 Garnish with chopped dill. Varia- Here are some of them. carrots may be diced and served in T hot chicken broth or as much as small new potatoes are available but the soup. Serve over home-made or is also good with mature potatoes. tion: Add 1 small thinly sliced on- CHICKEN SOUP (rosół z kury) needed to get a nice pourable bat- store-bought egg noodles, poured- Place 2-1/4 lbs peeled potatoes leav- ion for added zing. This is the typical Polish Sunday ter and beat with fork until smooth. batter noodles (see below), cooked ing small ones whole and halving or CARROT-APPLE-HORSERAD- dinner soup, also served at wed- Pour batter in a thin stream into a diced potatoes, cooked rice or bar- quartering larger ones. Place in pot, ISH SALAD dings and other family occasions. pot of rapidly boiling water and (surówka z marchwi ley. Calorie counters should cool cover with boiling water, add 2 t A fryer/broiler can be used, but for cook about 2 min. Remove with i jabłek z chrzanem). Combine 4 and refrigerate soup overnight and salt and cook on med heat about 30 that rich, old-time flavor a mature slotted spoon and serve in broth. washed, peeled finely grated -car discard congealed fat before re- min or until fork-tender. Drain. Dot stewing chicken is preferable. Wash rots with 2-3 peeled, cored, coarsely heating. Garnish with a little finely with butter (about 1 T) and garnish 1 cut-up 3 lb chicken, place in pot, FRESH TOMATO SOUP (zupa grated apples. Sprinkle with lemon chopped parsley and/or dill before with finely chopped fresh dill. Toss add 1 T salt and 2-1/2 - 3 qts water, pomidorowa ze świeżych pomi- juice, toss and stir in 1-2 heaping serving. gently to evenly coat potatoes with bring to gentle boil and cook 90 min dorów). Wash, hull and quarter T prepared horseradish. Season to 1-1/4 lb fresh tomatoes and simmer melting butter and dill. Note: Apart taste with salt (sparingly), sugar and covered on low heat with several from being part of main courses lemon juice. Stir in 1 heaping T sour STERLING SILVER JEWELRY T stock and 2 T butter 15-20 min. such as roast chicken or breaded cream and/or mayonnaise or more A Sieve into 6 c meat or vegetable pork cutlets, dilled new potatoes to taste. B D E C Happy 95th Kowalski Sausage Company by Geraldine Balut Coleman TANYAPHOTO: MOUTZALIAS the company’s bestseller is definite- F HAMTRAMCK, Mich. — Con- ly the hotdog, with the second best G I gratulations to the Kowalski Com- seller being the garlic bologna. H panies, more popularly known as Over the next five years, -Kow the Kowalski Sausage Company, alski Companies plans to hire an as it celebrates its 95th anniversary. estimated 200 new employees, as J K As reported in the Polish American updated equipment will be added to Journal, seen on television, or cov- the Hamtramck facility. ered in other newspapers, many of The Kowalski Companies cur- the original Polish meat-specialty rently include Hamtramck’s Dudek, ALL SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE • All items are Sterling Silver. companies have closed their doors. the pierogi and naleśniki maker, All these items are available in 14 kt. gold • Please contact us for pricing. But as you drive down Holbrook Novi Township’s Tassos Epicu- Avenue in Hamtramck, you cannot rean Cuisine, and the brands Am- DESCRIPTION GOLDEN LION JEWELRY miss a sign showing a fork punctur- hurst Kitchen, Just Sweet ‘Nuff A. Polish Princess...... $7.00 P.O. BOX 199 ing a large plump Polish sausage. Chicken’n’ Rib Sauce, Our Famous B. #1 Babcia (Script)...... $8.00 PORT READING, NJ 07064 This sign is so adored by the Kow- Sweet’n’Spicy Chicken’n’Rib C. #1 Babcia (Block)...... $8.00 alski family that they will not per- Sauce, Yiayia’s Famous Greek Sal- D. Small Eagle...... $12.00 (908) 862-1927 E. Medium Eagle...... $14.00 [email protected] mit it to come down for some small ad Dressing, Consumer Guild Su- “touch-ups.” The sign tells you that preme, Home Style Foods, and The F. Large Eagle...... $15.00 • Add $5.00 S&H G. Large Heavy Eagle...... $35.00 this is the Kowalski factory. But the Original Hunters Sausage. • Prices subject to change wonderful aroma permeating from Kowalski logo. According to Michael, the ever- H. Extra Heavy Eagle...... $40.00 • Allow 10-14 days for delivery. If not I. #1 Mamusia (Block)...... $12.00 satisfied, return for refund within the 100,000-square-foot building Steve Kowalski, son of the founder, so-popular Kowalski product hasn’t J. #1 Tatus (Block)...... $12.00 15 days. also tells you that you are in “kiel- leading the company beginning in really changed since his grandfather K. #1 Ciocia (Block)...... $12.00 • N.J. residents must add 7% sales basa-land.” the 1950s and his son Ronald tak- came up with the special recipe. Tie Tacks of D, E, ...... $19.00/$21.00 tax. N.Y. residents add appropriate In the early 20th Century, Agnes ing over in the 1970s, establishing All the meat used for the Kowal- Tie Tacks of F, G, ...... $22.00/$42.00 sales tax. and Zygmund Kowalski emigrated Kowalski as one of Michigan’s fin- ski products comes from the Mid- from Poland and settled in Detroit’s est meat processing enterprises. To- west. He’d like it all to come from East Side. Their hope was to live day, the fourth generation, Michael Michigan but “there’s not a place the American Dream. They opened Kowalski, president and CEO, and in the Mitten State that could keep SUPPORT THE PAJ PRESS FUND a small grocery store on Detroit’s his sister, Linda Kowalski Jacob, up with his demand.” “Every year Chene Street. Noticing a demand that we stay in business is an ac- n 1978, a voluntary fund-raising campaign was launched by a group corporate secretary, continue to for Polish-style food, they decided manage and uphold the traditions of complishment.” he said. “We’re not of loyal readers of the Polish American Journal entitled “We Love the to add a smokehouse to the back of perfect, but we’ve made enough PAJ Press Fund” in order to help cover rising postage, material Kowalski “Kowality.” the store and started producing Pol- The Kowalski Companies pro- right changes that we’ve made it 95 and production costs. ish kielbasa. As demand grew, a fac- years.” he said. IDonations to the PAJ Press Fund are also used to support our reader cess millions of pounds of meat tory was built on Holbrook Avenue and employ 160. The company The motto “Kowality since 1920” services (postage, telephone, research, etc.), provide newsclippers with in Hamtramck in 1920, where it re- means high-quality food products, stamps and envelopes, and cover extraordinary expenses in producing produces natural-casing hotdogs, a mains today. hunter’s sausage, about 50 varieties a commitment to Hamtramck and the paper. The Polish American Journal is not a profit-making ven- The stewardship of the Kow- Metro-Detroit and its employees, ture. Thanks to its dedicated staff, the PAJ is published as a “public of Polish-style sausage (kielbasa), a alski Sausage Company passed variety of deli meats, and traditional and pride in being made-in-Michi- service” for American Polonia. from generation to generation with gan. Sto lat, Kowalski Companies! Donations to the PAJ Press Fund will be acknowledged in the paper salads. However, Michael says that unless otherwise directed by the contributor. Fire Company Celebrates Anniversary Polish-built solar car A sincere “THANK YOU” for your donations to the PAJ PRESS FUND: headed for Australia Frank Gavel, Wilton, Conn.; Deborah Greenlee, Arlington, Texas; AMSTERDAM, N.Y. — The future plans to develop the rear of Virginia Miller, Port Orange, Fla.; Alojzy Niesluchowski, Elmira, N.Y.; Perth Volunteer Fire Company cel- the property to include a pond for ŁÓDŹ, Poland — Orzeł 1 (Eagle Irene Price, Staten Island, N.Y.; John Prusak, Allen Park, Mich.; Richard ebrated its 70th Anniversary on Au- water supply and training area. 1), an experimental solar-powered and Pearl Wilgosz, Hollywood, Fla.; Regina Wnukowski, Philadelphia; gust 8, 2015. The observance started “The day is to celebrate our 70 vehicle built by students of Łódź Dean Yazak, Pensacola, Fla.; and two Friends of the PAJ. Dziękujemy with a parade, followed by vendors, years of service to our community” Technological University, is head- wam wszystkim! The PAJ thanks all who donated to the Press Fund. a cruise in, food, music and fire- according to Peter Watrobski, Chief. ed for Australia to compete in the works at dusk. “We are excited to have crafters, World Solar Challenge. The For- MAIL TO: PAJ PRESS FUND The fire company was founded cruise in, music, food, and cama- mula 1-type vehicle weighs 880 POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL in 1945, when Supervisor Clarence raderie among or members, family pounds, measures 17 feet in length P.O. BOX 271, NORTH BOSTON, NY 14110-0271 Joslin and Frank Luba, owner of Big and our community” said John Le- and has a top speed of 62 m.p.h. It I want to make sure the POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL continues its Maple Tavern talked about starting sniewski, the company’s president. has room for the driver and one pas- service to American Polonia. Enclosed is my contribution of $______a fire company with friends and senger. In addition to solar panels, fellow business owners. Among its DID YOU KNOW? Attempts to in- Orzeł 1, the only entry from Central NAME charter members were Frank Luba, clude the Warsaw Uprising in its Europe, has been fitted with two Casper Smitka, and Mickey Zwolak. “On This Day” listing have been ig- battery-powered electric motors. ADDRESS Today the fire company is located nored by Encyclopedia Britannica. At the event (October 18-25), on State Highway in a 9500 square Events listed for August 1 include competitors will be required to CITY, STATE, ZIP foot fire station which is housed on the opening of the 1936 Olympics complete a nearly 1,900-mile route Please [ ] include [ ] do not include my name in your list of contributors. 24 acres of land with 32 members in Berlin, and the last entry in Anne through the desert from Darwin to that serve our community. There are Frank’s diary. Adelaide. 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Church. It would take almost a year took over. Over the next decade, POLONIA PLACES for the land to be cleared and con- a rectory was built for the parish GREGORY L. WITUL struction of a combination church priest, a convent was constructed and school to begin. On Christmas for the sisters and a cemetery was Eve 1914, Father Baluta offered the purchased for the congregation. Fa- St. Casmir first Mass in the “not yet completed” ther Wojno also purchased two lots structure and on May 7, 1915, Rev. to be used for a new larger church, R.C. Church Vincent Wojno was appointed the but the Great Depression put a halt first resident pastor at St. Casimir’s. to that plan and it would take almost 1162 Chestnut Street It would take until June 20 for the 30 years for it to be revived. Kulpmont, Pa. Bishop to travel to Kulpmont, but at It would be under the pastorship Status: Closed the 11:30 a.m. Mass, the church was of Father Alphonse Marcincavage dedicated, and St. Casimir’s was of- that the first spade of dirt for a new Last month, the Roman Catholic ficially born. St Casimir’s was turned on Pol- Archdiocese of New York closed In September 1915, the parish ish Constitution Day, 1961. A year over a half dozen parishes as part of school opened with lay teachers, later on May 13, 1962 the complet- its consolidation plan “Making All who would run it until 1920 when ed $250,000 church was blessed. The combination church and school as it looked in 1915. Things New.” Sadly, closing par- the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters The angular designed church with ishes is not a new phenomenon for modern stained glass still the Catholic Church. In the past 30 included a traditional mu- years, scores of historically Polish ral of its patron saint. The parishes have been forced to close building would serve the for a variety of reasons, including parish until June 25, 1995 St. Casimir’s in Kulpmont, in Penn- when the church closed as sylvania’s Coal Region. part of a diocese-wide con- Many of the Polish churches solidation plan. While this across the country began with the would be the end for most same narrative: Poles move into the churches, St. Casimir’s area, organize, petition the Bishop, would rise again. then the Bishop sends a priest to On July 9, 2015 Bishop start the parish. St. Casimir’s be- Ronald W. Gainer of the ginning is almost the reverse of Diocese of Harrisburg held the story. Father Leonard Baluta the first Mass at St. Casi- of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in mir’s in 20 years. In 2003, Marion Heights, Pa. saw that there the church was purchased was a growing population of Poles by the St. Pauline Founda- in Kulpmont. He petitioned and re- tion to act as a center for ceived permission from the Bishop the Brazilian saint. It was of Harrisburg to form a new Polish through their efforts that parish for the city. He gathered the the Mass was held, to the Poles and on November 17, 1913 se- rejoicing Polish commu- The interior of the second church decorated The second church completed in 1962 as it appeared on the cover of the cured a plot of land to be used as St. nity of Kulpmont. Casimir’s Polish Roman Catholic for the parish’s 50th anniversary in 1965. parish’s Golden Jubilee book.
THE PONDERING POLE / Edward Poniewaz KF Selling Master Painting Reproductions NEW YORK — The Kosciuszko Foundation is offering a limited B&Bs collection of some of the art in its collection. At present, museum No, this is not about a Polish Bread and Breakfast quality reproductions (giclees) of (although that might make a really good subject for a five paintings are being offered future article, and — for you generous folk — my con- for purchase. The artists are long tact information is listed below). The B and B stand for since gone — Boleslaw Jan Czeda- billionaires and Biedronka. Timely topics especially kowski, Wojciech Kossak, Aniela since there is a lot of talk about Trump and low wages. Lewandowska, Jacek Malczewski, Amazing how the hot topics in the United States go, so Jan Styka — but their artistry lives goes Polonia. on. These are masterpieces of Polish As in the United States there are Poles on the world fine art, now available and afford- billionaires list. There are five or six of them depending able to collectors. on the source. With the Polish economy being exceed- Each reproduction is archival ingly healthy and productive since the early 1990s, this printed on 17 mil acid free poly/ is no surprise. What is surprising, however, is Poland cotton canvas with pigmented poly- lost the top dog, Jan Kulczyk, worth an estimated $4 chrome archival inks. The number Kościuszko at the Battle of Racławice. billion. He died too young — 65 — on July 28. tions of the labor code.” This is the kind of stuff you of reproductions is limited to 100, Kulczyk (inset, right) was Jan Styka (1858-1925), one of five wouldn’t necessarily award the Order of Merit, but the and each canvas comes numbered reproductions available. ushered into the world of busi- kind of stuff you should be free to debate and push back with a certificate of authenticity. ness and finance by his father, on. Proceeds go toward conserving $1 million annually in fellowships who started a number of com- My response to reading about Kulczyk and Biedron- the Foundation’s collection and the and grants to graduate students, panies after World War II. Al- ka is my personal B & B: it is the love of business and a house it resides in. Part of the pur- scholars, scientists, professionals, though his portfolio was made blessing. I love seeing a Poland removed from the con- chase is tax deductible. and artists, and promotes Polish cul- up of many diverse interests, straints of communism, allowing talent and determina- Founded in 1925, the Kosciuszko ture in America. he was primarily involved in tion rewarded in the free market with financial success Foundation promotes closer ties be- The Kosciuszko Foundation, the natural resources, energy, and at the same time, the blessed freedom of citizens tween Poland and the United States 15 East 65th Street, New York, NY and real estate sectors. Like and workers to express their discontent at businesses through educational, scientific and 10065; (212) 734-2130; info@ most of the wealthiest people for their actions. cultural exchanges. It awards up to thekf.org, www.TheKF.org. in the world, Kulczyk took ad- vantage of opportunities and trends that were presented REMINDERS. Get oral and/or written history of your Become a member today throughout his life such as “Poland’s transformations,” elderly Polish parents, grandparents, relatives, friends, the period in which the country went from communism or acquaintances. These are the few persons left that to a more capitalistic oriented society. lived through the depression, survived World War II, or Polish American Lech Walesa called Kulczyk “irreplaceable,” and came to the United States during the Solidarity revolu- said “it will be hard to organize some things without tion. Get their stories before time runs out. Historical Association him.” Forbes magazine called him a “Self Made Man.” Collect and document the favorite recipes for the The Polish American HistoricalAssociation As we hear in the commercial, that kind of description same demographic mentioned in Reminder 1. was established in December 1942 as for Kulczyk is priceless. If you are the demographic in Reminder 1, start a special commission of the The Polish The other B, Biedronka, is not the name of another mentoring someone to take your place of leadership in Institute of Arts and Sciences in America to Polish billionaire; it is a discount supermarket chain Polonia. Start doing that now. collect, compile and publish information about in Poland owned by a Portuguese food distribution Polish Americans. In October 1944, it was reorganized as a national group called Jeronimo Martins. I found a story about POLISH OR NOT? From the July 2015 issue of the American society to promote study and research in the history and Biedronka on the Yahoo ticker and the kicker in this Pondering Pole: Walter “Walt” Woltnosz, designer of social background of Americans of Polish descent. The Association, ticker is some of the Poles have objected to the Polish the Stephen Hawking “equalizer” computer program. which was incorporated under the laws of Illinois in 1972, strives to government awarding Pedro Pereira da Silva the Order Yes, he is Polish. assist and cooperate with all individuals and organizations interested of Merit for his work as director of Jeronimo Martins. Dziękuje bardzo to Tom Tarapacki for the confirma- in Polish American life and history. Contributions in support of the The government praised da Silva and Jeronimo Martins tion on Woltnosz. work of the Association are tax-exempt. for providing 58,000 jobs and offering lower cost goods If you have a thought about this month’s topic, have and services. Simply put, for the good, Biedronka is a question, or have interesting facts to share, contact Regular one-year membership to the Association is $40.00. ($25.00 for like Walmart in this country. me at: Edward Poniewaz, 6432 Marmaduke Avenue, St. students) made payable to the Polish American Historical Association. And like Walmart, Biedronka is being criticized by Louis, MO 63139; email [email protected]. Polish American Historical Association a contingent of Poles for the “exploitation of thousands N.B. If you send email, reference the Polish Ameri- Central Connecticut State University of Polish women and men, adding that Biedronka has can Journal or the Pondering Pole in the subject line. I 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050 faced prosecution for crimes against 302 people for will not open an email if I do not recognize the subject www.polishamericanstudies.org failure to pay wages owed, or committing other viola- or the sender. 10 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • SEPTEMBER 2015
SPORTS / Tom Tarapacki Dealing Dave Dombrowski Departs Detroit US TOPS POLAND. Defending at the Kamila Skolimowska Memo- finals for the third time, Poland’s 2012 and 2013 with the Reds. Champion Poland lost to the United rial Throws Festival in Cetniewo, Agnieszka Radwańska moved up States in the bronze medal match Poland. After opening with a foul, the WTA rankings from No.13 to NOT POLISH. I’ve gotten some in- of the 2015 FIVB Volleyball World Włodarczyk threw 81.08, adding 1.5 No.7 … Democratic Presidential quiries about football great Check League in Brazil. Poland qualified meters to the world record, which hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders, who Bednarik and Olympic swim- for the tournament’s final round of she set last year. It was the fourth was born in Brooklyn to Polish Jew- mer Katie Ledecky. Both parents six, but was knocked out of conten- world-record throw of her career. ish immigrants, captained the track of Bednarik, who died earlier his tion for the gold by eventual cham- In 2009 she won gold at the team at James Madison High School year, came from eastern Slovakia in pions France. The Poles then faced World Championships, and was … Czesław Marchaj, a Polish-Brit- 1920. Ledecky’s paternal grandfa- the Americans for third place and presented Knight’s Cross of the Or- ish yachtsman and professor whose ther came to the United States from lost in straight sets. der of Polonia Restituta for her ath- published scientific studies of the Czechoslovakia in 1947. Earlier in the tournament Poland letic achievements. The 29-year-old aerodynamics and hydrodynam- Some readers thought that 2015 lost twice to the USA in the Chicago native of Rawicz won silver at the ics of sailing boats have influenced Baseball Hall of Fame inductee area, despite having a pro-Polish 2012 Olympics. yacht, sail and rig design, died at John Smoltz might be Polish. After crowd in the arena. The teams later 97. During World War II he was a all, he was born in Detroit and was split their two matches in Krakow. SUHR GETTING BACK INTO soldier in the Polish Home Army an accordion prodigy. In addition, Dave Dombrowski (above) has One member of the U.S. team ap- FORM. Defending gold medal- (Armia Krajowa) … Klint Kubiak, the name “Smoltz” sounds like it’s left Detroit — well, at least the De- parently made a good impression in ist Jenn Stuczynki Suhr seems 27, the son of Denver Broncos head Slavic or maybe German. Well, be- troit Tigers. The team’s president Poland. It was recently announced to be getting back in form for the coach Gary Kubiak, was named lieve it or not, he’s Italian on both and general manager since 2002 that Thomas Jaeschke will pass up 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil, Kansas University wide receivers sides. Smoltz’s father, also named was replaced in a move that sur- his senior year in college to play for even though the 33-year-old native coach. John, and mother, the former Mary prised many. The Tigers were 11 1/2 Asseco Resovia of Rzeszow, Poland, of Fredonia, N.Y. has experienced Tersigni, both worked as accordion games out of first place in the AL one of the top pro volleyball teams some physical setbacks of late. Last TALKIN’ BASEBALL. Five-time teachers. Johnny joined the family Central at the time, but were ham- in Europe. Jaeschke, who played year she suffered a bruised heel and All-Star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki business when he was four, playing pered by some long-term injuries. for Loyola, is the reigning national Achilles tendonitis. Then, during a was traded to Toronto. The 30-year- at polka parties and winning prizes In addition, the man called “Dealin’ player of the year. Asseco Resovia training session at home, her pole old native of California was the sev- for his musicianship. However, by Dave” for his skill at making deals, won its seventh Polish League title shattered in mid-jump. She sus- enth overall draft pick in 2005, and age seven he decided he wanted to had pulled off three high-profile and finished second in the Europe- tained injuries to her left wrist, left had spent his entire nine-year career be a baseball player. swaps trades just before the trading an Champions League last season, hand, ribs, neck and left shoulder. in Colorado. In his first game with deadline matching the best finish ever for a This year Jenn won the U.S. Na- the Blue Jays he batted leadoff and JAESCHKE JOINS ASSECO Tigers owner Mike Ilitch had Polish team in the 56-year-history tionals, and then captured bronze hit a home run and two doubles, RESOVIA. (GBC) It appears as turned to Dombrowski when his of the Champions League. at the Pan Am Games. In 2012 she driving in three runs and scoring though Thomas Jaeschke made a franchise was on the verge of be- In other volleyball news, Cuban- won Olympic gold in tough condi- three times. He also made an out- good impres- coming historically inept. By 2006 born volleyball player Wilfredo tions in London, and hopes in finish standing defensive play in the third sion in Poland. the Tigers were in the World Series. León Venero was granted a Polish first in warmer weather in Rio di Ja- inning. Toronto went on to win 8-2 The six-time In the four years from 2011-14 the passport, opening the way for him to neiro next year. over the Philadelphia Phillies. Polish volley- team won four consecutive division play in the Polish national team. The Pitcher Scott Kazmir was traded ball champion- championships. In four of those 22-year-old former member of the POLISH FOOTBALL CHAMPI- by Oakland to the Astros, and in ship winner, As- playoff runs, the Tigers went deep Cuban national team has been living ONS. The Gdynia Seahawks beat his first two starts for his new team seco Resovia into October. Twice they made it in Poland with his Polish girlfriend. the Wrocław Panthers 28 -21 dur- didn’t allow a run in seven innings. out of Rzeszów, to the World Series, only to lose to The national teams will next play ing the final of the Polish League His family in Houston was thrilled and one of the the Cardinals in 2006 and Giants in in the World Championship in Japan of American Football before 14,000 to see him return home. “At first my top professional 2012. in September, which is part of the fans in Wroclaw. During the sea- dad didn’t even believe me com- volleyball teams in Europe, offered Dombrowski grew up in Palos qualification process for the 2016 son Wrocław had defeated the Se- ing to Houston,” Kazmir said. “We Jaeschke a three-year contract. Heights, Ill., and began his career Olympics. Poland is the defending ahawks by scores of 33-0 and 35-7. always joke and he thought I was Jaeschke, a Warrenville South with the Chicago White Sox in 1978 World Champion. The MVP of Superfinal X was messing around. Once it all set in, (Wheaton, Illinois) graduate and as an administrative assistant in their Angelo Pease of Gdynia, a for- everyone was excited and happy. an outside hitter was instrumental minor league organization. He then mer Kansas State running back I’m glad to be back at home.” The in helping the Loyola University worked for the Montreal Expos be- who played briefly for Green Bay. 31-year-old lefty was taken by the Chicago (LUC) Ramblers win two fore becoming the first general man- Gydnia was coached by Maciej Mets with the 15th overall pick in consecutive NCAA volleyball titles ager of the Florida Marlins, where Cetnerowski. Gdynia also won last 2002. A two-time All-Star with (2014, 2015). Jaeschke, a junior and he was the architect of the Marlins year, making it the first team to re- Tampa Bay early in his career, Ka- finance major at LUC, will be inter- 1997 World Series winning team. peat in the 10-year history of Po- zmir found himself out of the ma- rupting his college studies. Dombrowski, 59, will likely re- land’s version of the Super Bowl jors by 2011, but regained his form He was the first LUC player to be ceive job offers, but his family will Polish-born offensive tackle Ba- and was back in the majors with named National Player of the Year not be leaving their home in Bloom- batunde “Babs” Aiyegbusi, who Cleveland in 2013. Oakland signed and in 2012 was named Chicago field Hills at least for a year. His recently signed with the NFL Min- him to a $22 million deal before last Sun-Times Player of the Year. In daughter, Darby, is a senior at Sa- nesota Vikings, was back in his season. 2014 and 2015 Jaeschke was named cred Heart Academy and will finish homeland for the game. The product Mat Latos (Latosz) was traded Player of the Year by the American school there ahead of entering col- of the Polish League was part of the for the third time in his career, and Volleyball Coaches Association lege in 2016. His son, Landon, is a TV broadcast of the game. second time this season, going from (AVCA) and a member of the AVCA sophomore at Birmingham Brother Miami to the Los Angeles Dodgers. All-American First Team. Rice. PERKOSKI’S NOTEBOOK. Liz While the 27-year-old righty wasn’t In the July 2015 World League Dombrowski left the team with a Johnson, winner of the Polish having a great season, he did well volleyball competition in Rio de Ja- lot of class, saying: “I respect that American Sports Hall of Fame Ex- since returning from a stint on the neiro, France won the World League when you own the team you can HAMMER DOWN. Anita cellence in Sports Award in 2013, DL with a knee injury. In his first title, Serbia was second, United run it however you like. I’ve had a Włodarczyk (above) of Poland won a silver medal in the women’s outing for the Dodgers, Mat allowed States was third, and Poland fourth. wonderful 14 years here, and that’s bettered her own hammer throw doubles bowling and a bronze in the one run on four hits over six innings Jaeschke will be contending for a a long time in this game. I feel great world record and became the first singles at the Pan Am Games … By in a 5-3 win over the Angels. Latos position on the 2016 U.S. Olympic and I’m ready to go.” woman to throw beyond 80 meters making it to the Wimbledon semi- had consecutive 14-win seasons in volleyball team. Stan Kokoska Honored by Little League International by Al Koproski from the Connecticut State Depart- Besides activities with baseball, STAMFORD, Conn. — On ment of Education and dedicated Kokoska was past president of the July 16, 2015, the “Father of Lit- his life to bringing baseball to the Polish American Congress of Con- tle League Baseball in Poland” children on Poland. In 1989, he and necticut, active in the Pulaski Citi- Stan Kokoska was honored with a a group of Connecticut baseball zens Club of Willimantic and the plaque in Kutno, Poland. Kutno is enthusiasts founded the Polish Na- Kiwanis Club. He was named Little the headquarters for Little League tional Youth Baseball Foundation, League Eastern Regional Volunteer Baseball for Europe, Africa and a 501-c-3 not for profit organiza- in 1989 and was the first Polish Asia. The plaque, in English and tion. This organization sends base- American to be elected mayor of the Polish, recognizes the dedication ball and softball equipment, free of city of Willimantic, Conn. of Kokoska since his quest to find charge, to the children of Poland If you want to honor Stan for his his Polish roots in 1987. While in and Eastern Europe. Kokoska spent contributions to baseball and soft- Poland he saw boys without a sum- his summers in Poland teaching ball you can “Give a Kid a Glove,” mer activity. Kokoska went to War- baseball to coaches and children. by making a contribution to the Pol- saw, the capital of Poland, to meet Kokoska served in Korea as an ish National Youth Baseball Foun- with Polish officials regarding Little infantry lieutenant and was awarded dation. Checks can be made out to League Baseball and then contacted a Bronze Star after a daylight raid PNYBF and mailed to 222 Ocean Williamsport, Pa., which is Little on his outfit, where he served val- Drive East, Stamford, CT 06902. League Headquarters. As a result of iantly. He was also honored by the All donations are tax deductible his efforts, Poland became the first Polish Government for what he has and will be acknowledged by the Communist Country in Eastern Eu- done for the children of Poland with PNYBF. If you would like to help BENCH IN KUTNO, POLAND honoring Stan Kokoska, PNYBF president. rope to start Little League Baseball. the “Knights Cross of the Order of collect equipment call Al Koproski Coach Zdzislaw Ziolkowski of the Dzialdowo Yankees reads the dedica- Kokoska took early retirement Merit of the Republic of Poland.” at (203) 323-9944. tion printed on the marker. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • SEPTEMBER 2015 www.polamjournal.com 11 Veteran of Two Armies, Goclawski Honored for Years of Service as Volunteer PEABODY, Mass. — Tadeusz Goclawski, 87, on a Nazi tank, was imprisoned — along with his member of the former St. Joseph’s Church in Pea- was just 11 when the Nazis bombed his hometown mother and other resistance fi ghters — in German body and just stepped down after 26 years as com- of Warsaw, Poland, in 1939. He remembers hiding prisoner of war camps. They later learned Waclaw mander of the Stefan Starzynski Polish Legion of in his family’s cellar and witnessing the brutal treat- died in Buchenwald that December. American Veterans Post 55 in Salem. He’s been a ment of Polish Jews at the hands of the Nazis. By After the war, Goclawski and his mother were regular fi xture each year at the celebration of Polish 1944, he joined the underground Polish Home Army freed by Soviet troops. Making his way to an Ameri- Constitution Day at Peabody City Hall. for a major operation to overthrow the forces occu- can zone, Goclawski joined a Polish unit attached In honor of his service to Poland, the United pying the historic city. to the U.S. Army in Germany. Wanda emigrated to States, and the area’s Polonia, Goclawski was given His older brother Ryszard was killed just two days America in 1949, and the two were reunited a year a community recognition award by the United Polish before the Warsaw Uprising of Aug. 1, 1944, and later in Boston. Organizations of Peabody (UPOP). It was presented then his father, Waclaw, was captured and sent to the He was drafted into another war, this time for the at the group’s annual Polish Christmas Breakfast last infamous Buchenwald concentration camp. For 63 U.S. Army, which was fi ghting in Korea. Ironically, December. days, Goclawski, his mother Wanda and thousands instead of being deployed to Korea, he was stationed “I thought something should be done to honor of Polish resistance fi ghters scurried from hiding in Germany with the First Division. him,” said Lola Busta, UPOP president. She de- GOCLAWSKI. Fought in spot to hiding spot, striking at Nazi troops with little Over the past 60 years, Goclawski has volun- scribed Goclawski as a humble man, not inclined to Warsaw Uprising as mem- outside military support. The uprising ended badly, teered with numerous North Shore Polish organiza- dwell on his accomplishments in life. ber of Poland’s Home and the resistance fi ghters fi nally surrendered. Go- tions, including the St. Michael’s Polish-American He agreed with a shrug and a smile. Army, and years later in clawski, who was injured during a fi rebomb attack Society and the Polish Club of Danvers. He was a — Excerpted from the Salem News Korea for the U.S. Army.
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BOOKS IN BRIEF / Mary Lanham Antoni Paryski and his Ameryka-Echo THE POLISH HEARST adapting it for his newspapers. Ameryka- Echo promot- Ameryka-Echo and the Role of the Immigrant Press ed itself as a vehicle of education for the masses while Saboteur Scouts by Anna D. Jaroszyńska-Kirchmann pursuing its own sensationalism with an anti-clerical RISING HOPE: BOOK I: of teachers to Urbana: University of Illinois Press, 2015. edge that garnered it (and its readers) several Church WARSAW RISING TRILOGY learn about Pol- Pp. 288, HB, $60 (E-Book, $30) sanctions. Paryski also made himself the tribune of the by Marie Sontag ish history and To order: www.press.uillinois.edu or working man, occasionally even spouting socialist- Sunbury Press, 2015, 219 pps. culture, a sub- (800) 621-2736 or amazon.com like rhetoric alongside his anti-Church tirades, only to P.O. BOX 548 ject that was The newspaper in your hands is part of a rare spe- show his true colors when he prevented unionization of Boiling Springs, PA 17007 banned by the cies, from two perspectives: the Polish American Jour- his own plant or sided with the owners against Polish (855) 338-8359 Nazi Regime. nal is one of a shrinking number of ethnic newspapers American laborers during the major Willys-Overland Sunburypress.com Sontag suc- oriented to a Polonian readership, yet it was one of the strike in Toledo in 1919. In the tumultuous time of Sep- cessfully bal- earliest of the Polish American papers that went to Eng- tember 1939 Poland, young Tadzio ances action- lish as its primary language. BOOK REVIEW Dabrowski along with several of packed sequences with quiet and About a hundred years ago, there was a vibrant and his fellow Boy Scouts were called thoughtful moments. The excerpt active European ethnic press serving immigrants ar- John M. Grondeski upon to devote their lives to help- below is one example of Sontag’s riving in America from Central, Eastern, and Southern ing Poland win its freedom back. fast-paced scenes. Europe. “Between the 1880s and 1920, from 800 to Jaroszyńska-Kirchmann’s book can be divided into At only thirteen years old, Tadzio, a “A minute later, Tadzio saw over 1,000 titles of foreign language newspapers were two parts. Chapters 1-4 showcase the larger history: the devoted son and brother, who loves them. Andrzej and Magdalena published in the United States, and in 1930 alone, 142 life of Paryski, set against changes in journalism occur- history and music, is reluctant to stood pressed up against a wall, foreign-language dailies and 511 weeklies came out” ring in his day, and the history of Ameryka-Echo under join the underground resistance at hands raised in the air. A German (p. 5). Paryski himself, as long as it remained a family busi- fi rst. When his mother is taken and soldier stood at their backs, point- The Polish American press represented no small part ness after his death and, lastly, when it passed into other imprisoned by Nazi soldiers, he is ing a semi-automatic pistol at them. of those numbers. Anna Jaroszyńska-Kirchmann, pro- hands until the paper’s own demise. For this reviewer, driven to action. Forced to grow up Without thinking, Tadzio ran up be- fessor of history at Eastern Connecticut State Universi- those chapters are the most valuable: documenting the well before his time, Tadzio is set on hind the German and slammed the ty and former president of the Polish American Histori- history and personages of American Polonian history, a harrowing journey, fi ghting for his paint can into the back of his head. cal Association, introduces us to an important member especially press history, is still necessary. Newspapers, life, his family, and his country. The SS man’s knees buckled. He of the Polonian Fourth Estate: Toledo’s Ameryka-Echo as opposed to church buildings—both parts of material Dabrowski, his older sister, and dropped his weapon in the snow and and its publisher, Antoni Paryski. culture—are far more fragile and ephemeral: they liter- younger brother moved with his fel- collapsed on the ground.” The newspaper was a marriage of two: Paryski ally eventually crumble to pieces. low Scouts to Warsaw, where from A former teacher, Sontag’s edu- launched Ameryka in 1889 and later bought a Buffalo newspaper, Echo, creating Ameryka-Echo in 1906. The THE REST OF THE BOOK incorporates the author’s 1939 to 1945, Tadzio and his friends cation background is apparent in own specifi c interest and scholarly contribution: read- served in the Gray Ranks. Teenag- that she adds defi nitions and pro- paper was published continually until 1971. Paryski (1864-1935) was born in Poland and came ers’ contributions to the paper. Ameryka-Echo featured ers, just like him, they lived under nunciation guides for Polish names a column, “Kącik dla wszystkich” [A Corner for Ev- the constant fear of being killed and words at the end of most chap- to America in 1883. He eventually found his place in journalism, working in both Polonian newspapers as erybody], where readers could voice their opinions and by German soldiers or sent off to ters. A bibliography and character debate issues. Jaroszyńska-Kirchmann is especially in- concentration camps. The younger guide are also included. well as with purely American printers, albeit in cities that had large Polonian diasporas: Detroit, Chicago, terested in this participatory form of letter-writing de- Scouts carried out various missions Rising Hope: Book I: Warsaw mocracy. We perhaps have a tendency to think of Pol- of sabotage against the Nazis any Rising Trilogy by Marie Sontag is Milwaukee, and Winona, before fi nally putting down roots in Toledo until his death. ish immigrants, especially the emigracja za chlebem, as way they could. They obfuscated available on Amazon.com and the not well educated. Perhaps in terms of formal schooling road signs, delivered underground Sunbury Press Store at Sunbury- that was true. But Karen Majewski (Traitors and True newspapers, and spray painted pressstore.com. THE LATE 19TH CENTURY was a period of great change for American newspapers. Technological ad- Poles, Ohio University Press, 2003) has shown that buildings with the Kotwica symbol those immigrants were often readers who may have ABOUT THE AUTHOR. vances in typesetting changed publishing: by working to show the underground move- Dr. Marie brought books along with their few treasured memen- ment’s undying resistance to the oc- Sontag has a Bachelor’s degree in outside of Polonia, Paryski learned the cutting-edge technologies of the times and later used them at Amery- toes and handful of soil from “the old country.” The cupying forces. Older Scouts were Social Science, a Master’s degree in Polonian press of the time serialized many books, and tasked with armed resistance and Instructional Technology, and a PhD ka-Echo, which Jaroszyńska-Kirchmann describes as outfi tted with “the most advanced printing equipment” even Paryski threw in books along with his subscrip- assassinations. in Education. She has taught for tion deals. Furthermore, as Jaroszyńska-Kirchmann Carrying out sabotage and re- over fi fteen years as a social studies (p. 62). More importantly, journalism changed because of maintains, Paryski was very much infl uenced by Pol- sistance missions weren’t the only middle school teacher. In addition ish Positivism and its philosophy of restoring Poland dangerous activities Tadzio and his to Rising Hope, she has also writ- a shift in publishing philosophy. The late 19th cen- tury in America was the era of “yellow journalism,” through self-improvement. Jaroszyńska-Kirchmann fellow Scouts were participated in; ten The Bronze Dagger, a historical shows that, contrary to those who thought of Polonia’s continuing their education was also fi ction novel for young readers. Dr. epitomized by William Randolph Hearst. Newspapers moved from being heavily partisan political journals “huddled masses” as voiceless, they sought out and had extremely hazardous. He and other Sontag currently resides in Califor- some venues to express their views. students met secretly at the homes nia. where the issues of the day were argued out to sheets for the masses, fl attering themselves on “objectivity” Paryski, like the Worzalla Brothers in Wisconsin, and “neutrality,” distilling the news into simple and of- was a key fi gure in the early Polonia press. He was cer- ten sensational forms in an unending quest to sell cop- tainly a complex if not controversial fi gure, who lead PAJ SUBSCRIPTION FORM ies. Traditional news was squeezed to make space for a paper often anti-Church in tone but whose infl uence in Polish-American journalism was signifi cant. The NEW SUBSCRIBER RENEWAL ADDRESS recipes, advice columns, serialized fi ction, and other book’s price is a tad high, but that is what university Fill out form. If Please include CHANGE features to attract readership. 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GENEALOGY / Stephen M. Szabados POLAND AND WORLD WAR I / Martin Nowak Ports of Arrival for Polish Immigrants America Commits to Poland … Give me your tired, your poor, portant part of your family history. to America. The choice of ship also continued from last month land as an Al- Your huddled masses Why they arrived at a specific port pre-determined the port of arrival. On January 22, 1917 came Presi- lied war aim. yearning to breathe free, should also be an interesting part of Other important factors that de- dent Wilson’s “peace without victo- In the sum- The wretched refuse their story and the selection of the termined the port of arrival were ry” speech which was the first time mer of 1918, of your teeming shore. destination port was based on one or recommendations from the relatives he officially addressed the Polish P a d e r e w s k i Send these, the homeless, more of a number of factors. and friends who had proceeded situation. Statesmen everywhere are called on tempest-tossed to me, For many immigrants the price them. For those in a hurry to join agreed that there should be a united, n a t i o n a l i s t I lift my lamp beside of the passage was the major factor their loved ones, finding ships that independent and autonomous Po- Pole Roman the golden door! as some of our ancestors chose the were leaving as soon as possible land, he declared. Dmowski to cheapest route. Some invested al- was important. As the United States In March came the first proposal join him in The above is an excerpt from the most all their money into the price began to restrict immigration, arriv- to the administration to allow the America to sonnet, The New Colossus, written of the passage. While others wanted ing at ports which had inspectors recruitment of a Polish army on help him so- by Emma Lazarus in 1883. In 1903, to save as much as possible to have with lax procedures helped immi- American soil, something for which lidify his lob- the poem was engraved on a bronze more to purchase farmland once grants who may have conditions Paderewski pushed. The Russian bying gains. plaque and mounted on the pedestal they had arrived. Shipping compa- that they feared may cause them to Revolution that month diminished Dmowski ar- Wilson of the Statue of Liberty. Both these nies began to compete for immi- be rejected in other ports. Each port its role in the war and reset its poli- rived in August cy on Poland. On March 29 the new and stayed for words of the sonnet and the Statue grant passengers and prices dropped earned a unique history and know- Russian government declared the the rest of the year, meeting with of Liberty have become symbols of as the companies sought to fill their ing this history may give you valu- immigration to the United States. cargo areas with human cargo to right of an independent Poland to President Wilson and other VIPs. In able insights into the personal his- New York was the major port offset the cost of the return voyage exist. a brilliant political move, Paderews- tory of your ancestors and may yield for arrivals into the United States to America for more goods, grains On April 6, 1917 the United ki and Dmowski took control of a some reasons for their immigration but there were over 300 ports along and raw material that were needed States entered World War I against congress of American Poles held in the U.S. coastline receiving immi- in Europe. The companies based and suggest some of the challenges Germany in response to that coun- Detroit. It passed a resolution recog- grants. New York was where most their decisions on their shipping they faced. try’s unrestricted submarine war- nizing the Polish National Commit- of the Polish immigrants arrived, but contracts and business relation- Once the emigrants had made the fare. This greatly increased the tee in Paris as the sole body over- Philadelphia, Baltimore and Boston ships, port regulations, port fees, decision to leave, their goal was to influence of America vis-a-vis the seeing Polish affairs in the world, also received large numbers of Pol- port accessibility and the demand board a ship for America, survive status of Poland. On October 18 including the U.S. ish immigrants. Galveston, Texas for the products shipped to Europe. the voyage, gain admittance to the the president gave the okay for Pol- With the Paris Committee al- is also important in the discussion In the early 1900s, shipping com- U.S. and then join their friends and ish Americans to recruit for a Pol- ready having been recognized by of Polish immigration because it panies upgraded their accommoda- relatives. Do the research and find ish army, which would eventually President Wilson as the de facto rep- received the first mass migration tions to provide safer transportation the passenger manifest. This is the become part of Haller’s Army in resentative of the European Poles, which established the Polish com- to the steerage passengers. This seed that plants your family’s roots Europe. On November 10 the Pol- coupled with Paderewski’s popu- munity in Panna Maria, Texas. The move by the companies was to meet in America. ish National Committee, formed in larity among the American public, Poles also arrived in North America new standards required by the U.S. v v v Paris as a kind of Polish govern- Dmowski’s conservative national- in significant numbers through the but it also was to reduce the fears of Stephen M. Szabados is a promi- ment-in-waiting, was recognized by ists monopolized the Polish ques- Canadian ports of Quebec and Hali- the steerage passengers. Many had nent genealogist, and the author of the United States as an official orga- tion in America. 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TRAVELOGUE – 5 Days in Poland / Staś Kmieć Inhale the Brine Vapors in the Teznia Fields of Gold – the Wonders of Rzepak POREMSKI RICHARD PHOTO: Part XVI My visit with Agata and Nor- bert continued into the early morn- ing hours. We discussed the arts, artistry, politics, the prospects of a cultural arts festival in Lublin, and an original musical theater project, but finally it was time to conclude the dialogue and camaraderie. I returned to my hotel room and promptly collapsed onto the bed for three hours of sleep before the morning departure on the Mazowsze bus to accompany the company for Hotel Górski Polichno in Wolbórz. two performances in Wrocław. substance was reduced to a level In North America, the term After breakfast and an overload that was more appealing for con- “canola” came into usage in the of coffee, I donned dark sunglasses sumption. 1980s to avoid the linguistic resem- and made my way to the pickup Brassica crops may be among blance between the term “rapeseed” point in front of Matecznik. On the the oldest cultivated plants known and rape. The name is a contraction The Graduation Tower/Teznia structure at the Konstancin Spa. dancers’ bus, I engaged in multiple to man. In India, it is mentioned in of “Canadian” and “Oil” (or “ola” conversations throughout the coach, ancient Sanskrit literature from ca. for “oil low acid”) to make this dif- before settling in my seat and ab- 1500 BC and seeds have been found ference apparent. sorbing the landscape. in archaeological sites dating back Most of us have only known the It was hard to miss the pre- to ca. 2300 BC. Its production has a cheaper stuff – that is pressed using dominant fields of gold dotting the long history in China. The Chinese heat and chemicals, and labeled ge- countryside. The blooming flowers word for the plant was first recorded nerically as canola or vegetable oil. turned the scenery into an ever-ex- ca. 2500 years ago, and the oldest The price of rapeseed oil has risen panding vibrant yellow patchwork. archaeological discoveries may date and farmers have spotted a market I asked Krzysiek what this crop was back as far as to ca. 5000 BC. for high quality cold pressed ver- and he replied “rzepak.” I inquired The plant is known by names sions – sometimes labeled premium, again to make sure I noted it down deriving from the Latin for turnip, virgin or extra-virgin. These oils are properly. I knew many varieties of (rāpa or rāpum), and is first re- altogether different to the refined Polish flora and vegetation, but I corded in English at the end of the product. Poland produces low-end had never heard of this. After all 14th century as “rapeseed.” It is and gourmet oils which are avail- these visits, how could I not have also known as oilseed rape, rapa, or able domestically, and exported. paid notice? As it turns out after rapaseed. Unfortunate associations Rapeseed oil is used as diesel a few weeks, the plants set seed with the name of this plant aside, fuel, either as biodiesel, straight and turn brown, ready for harvest, it is a major crop in Poland and in heated fuel systems, or blended which is why I may have missed its many nations of the world. Leading with petroleum distillates for pow- prominence on other trips. Krzysiek producers include Canada, China, ering motor vehicles. Biodiesel may continued to tell me that the plant is India, France, Germany, Australia be used in pure form in newer en- The Grzybek emitting mineral water vapors from underground wells. used to produce a popular cooking and United Kingdom. Poland ranks gines without engine damage and is by Richard Poremski leaving mineral deposits on them. oil in Poland. eighth with approximately 1.9 mil- frequently combined with fossil-fu- KONSTANCIN, Poland – A Consequently, the bundles must be lion tons produced annually. el diesel in ratios varying from 2% replaced every 5-10 years because to 20% biodiesel. Unique Sanatorium Experience. Here just eight miles south from the they become too encrusted with the GOOD-BYE OLIVE OIL. Rapeseed accumulated minerals. oil (olej rzepakowy) has been touted WONDERFUL PLACE FOR REST Centrum of Warsaw lies the formal spa and rehabilitation complex of The resulting microclimate cre- as the healthier, home-grown option STOP. The buses with dancers, ated inside of the structure results to olive oil, with a light, buttery and singers, orchestra and technical Konstancin-Jeziorna. A very unique feature of the spa is its teznia – a with mineral-rich water droplets nutty flavor. But, could it ever usurp crew pull into an inviting place on suspended in the air and regarded as the holy grail of gourmet cooking this stretch of road with a dominat- mineral water graduation tower. Upon first sight it appears to be a bi- having beneficial health effects sim- oils in our kitchens? ing wooden highland-style structure ilar to that of breathing in robust sea It has the lowest saturated fat and windmill. Union rules dictate zarre looking structure, and it takes air, and touted as being especially content of any cooking oil – half that the company must take a travel a small bit of time for the brain to beneficial for those suffering from that of olive oil – and is rich in Vita- break after a determined amount of interpret what the eyes are seeing. respiratory ailments. min E and omega-3 and 6 fatty ac- time, and what better location for a And for sure this was the desired Additionally, inside the gradu- ids. With a higher smoke point than food and rest stop than Hotel Górski reaction that my Polish relatives ation tower, located on one end its olive oil (which can be toxic at very Polichno, Located by the National anticipated when they arranged the large open quadrangle, and sur- high temperatures), rapeseed oil is Route nr. 8 in Wolbórz, the property surprise visit for me. a better option for frying and roast- features a distinctive architecture in rounded by benches, sits the pecu- ing. As a frying oil, it does not alter the style of a thatched cottage. The THE TEZNIA IS THREE STORIES liar grzybek (“little mushroom”) its properties and rapidly reaches restaurant is very large with log cab- TALL, approximating the linear di- — a naturally pressurized mineral- a high temperature. It easily drips in atmosphere. Plenty of seating in- mensions of a U.S. football field, waters dispensing device about five from the fried product, so cutlets, side and outdoors and an extensive and open to the sky above. Its four feet tall that resembles a mushroom. patties, and so on, are less greasy. food selection including traditional walls consist of framework contain- Everyone in the immediate vicinity Rzepak (Brassica napus) is a bright- Chefs Jamie Oliver and Nige- favorites. The rest rooms are very ing bundles of brushwood, usu- of it is enveloped in the heavy mist yellow flowering member of the lla Lawson sing the praises of oil’s clean and there is a souvenir shop ally blackthorn — and so the teznia spewing out from its dome equipped mustard or cabbage family. The delicacy, arguing it doesn’t interfere across the parking lot. can also be referred to as a “thorn with multi-directional nozzles. You plant is used to produce a popu- with the flavor of other ingredients The brochure for the accompa- house.” The brushwood walls are experience a surrealistic constant lar cooking oil in Poland, and has in the way that olive oil does. The oil nying hotel shows an exquisite el- constantly trickle-bathed from the interplay between the pulsating fog many other uses around the globe. is popping up on restaurant menus, egance combined with the friendly top down by mineral/brine waters and bright sunshine. It is recom- in everything from cakes, chocolate warmth of hearth and home. The emanating under natural pressure mended that you be in the near vi- Rzepak (Brassica napus) is a puddings and ice cream to mayon- complex offers over eighty rooms. from deep underground wells. The cinity of the grzybek for 15 minutes bright-yellow flowering member of naise, dressings and a dipping for With everyone back in place we mineral water is rich in bromide and at a time, and within the teznia itself the mustard or cabbage family. It bread. Chefs are even incorporating continue to Poland’s fourth largest iodine, which the sun evaporates for only a one hour period. is cultivated mainly for its oil-rich the seeds and the green leaves of the city, Wrocław. on the brushwood bundles thereby seed, and is the third-largest source flowers – with their slightly peppery THE POSH TOWN of Konstancin of vegetable oil in the world. It is bite, into their dishes. is a very interesting place in and of also grown for the production of With recent reports of olive oil POLISH AMERICAN itself. Its peaceful and quiet leafy animal feed, and biodiesel, and in prices spiraling after poor European lanes are lined with walled man- China and Southern Africa it is con- harvests and a bacteria outbreak af- CULTURAL CENTER sions and elegant estates – it being sumed as a vegetable. fecting Italian olive trees, as well as 308 WALNUT STREET akin to Warsaw as Beverly Hills is It has been cultivated and used continued concerns about olive oil to Los Angeles. It is the recognized for thousands of years in India fraud – rapeseed oil might be about PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 abode of many successful, influ- and since the Middle Ages in Eu- to have its day in the sun. I know I (215) 922-1700 ential, rich and famous Varsovians rope, mostly for lamp oil, to make will seek out olej rzepakowy when I When You’re in Philadelphia’s Historic who decamped from the hustle and soap, and during the 19th century to return to the States. District, Visit The Polish American bustle of Poland’s capital city. lubricate steam engines. It was pre- People often get confused about Cultural Center Museum Exhibit Hall All-in-all, the Konstancin-Jezi- scribed to treat stiff, aching joints. the difference between canola oil Featuring Polish History and Culture orna suburb is well worth a day trip Less useful as food for animals or and rapeseed oil. There are key ge- OPEN 10:00 a.m. TO 4:00 p.m. • FREE ADMISSION visit from nearby Warsaw. You can humans because it had a bitter taste netic variances. In the 1970s, Cano- January through April • Monday to Friday enjoy Mother Nature’s green coun- due to high levels of glucosinolates, la was created through traditional May through December • Monday to Saturday tryside with its many recreational it was eaten during famine times and plant cross-breeding by removing Gift Shop is Open During Regular Exhibit Hall Hours activities, visit a restaurant or café, during both World War I and World two undesirable components found Closed on Holidays and even immerse yourself in the War II. Through selective breeding in the rapeseed plant: glucosinolates Visit Us on the Internet: www.polishamericancenter.org therapeutic mists from the grzybek programs, the bitter-tasting, acidic and erucic acid. in the teznia. 16 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • SEPTEMBER 2015
CULTURAL TELEGRAM / Kasia Romanowska OBITUARIES
Teresa Ann Buckoski, cuse University Press. making Christmas ornaments, and it Przystanek Woodstock “I wrote the book because I was through scouting that she met Former PNA Officer wanted to put out there factually her future husband, Edward. Every year, Woodstock Fes- destroyed in a volcanic explosion in Teresa Ann Buckoski (nee Ur- how people at Auschwitz lived, In March 1948, with the help of tival Poland features a few doz- 79 AD. It is the largest multimedia man), born August 1950, went to worked and died,” Wiernicki told her extended-U.S. family, Elizabeth, en great bands from Poland and exhibition ever held in Poland. Us- her eternal life July 15, 2015 in the Gazette newspaper in Bethesda her parents, and sister immigrated to from all over the world. Last year ing technology and computer graph- Washington, D.C. She was a gradu- in 2003. “A lot of people who write Chicago via New York on the trans- Przystanek Woodstock attracted ics, the exhibition, entitled Pompeii: ate of Crossland High School, Camp about it have never set foot in Aus- port ship, S.S. Marine Flasher. Once 750,000 people. This year, it took Living in the Shadow of a Volcano Springs Md. and Alliance College, chwitz.” in Chicago, the fi rst thing Elizabeth place for the 21st time and was run shows archeological and architec- Cambridge Springs, Pa. Born Janusz Mikolaja Stro- and her sister, the late Krystyna from July 30 to August 1. It featured tural Pompei. The exhibition re- She retired from U.S. federal ser- jnowski on July 28, 1925, in Sarny Graf Pleszkun, did was learn Eng- concerts by over 70 bands and solo quired 70 installations on 2,000 sq vice after 38 years in 2010. In 1979 (now part of Ukraine), he was or- lish at the YMCA. artists, including such international m. in 24 rooms. It will be open daily she was promoted as the fi rst female phaned at 10 and was raised by an In August 1950, Elizabeth mar- stars as Shaggy and Black Label until October 18 from 9:00 a.m. to supervisor of personnel investiga- uncle, Karol Wiernicki, and adopted ried Edward Link. They were Society. Festival-goers could also 8:00 p.m. Shows begin every two tions in the history of the OPM in- his uncle’s last name. blessed with three children: Chris- see Dawid Podsiadło or a neo big- hours. vestigations division. Buckowski Wiernicki then became a cadet tine, Mira, and George. Mrs. Link beat singer Anna Rusowicz — both, was long-time member of the Fed- COMMON BALTIC SHORT FILM at a Polish military school. He was beamed with great pride that all very popular in Poland. Since the eral Event Planners organization. 14 when Germany invaded Poland three children were able to speak, CONTEST . Culture.pl, the Pomera- beginning, the festival’s organizer She was active in the Polish Na- in 1939, and he fl ed into the forests read, and write the Polish language, nian Film Foundation in Gdynia, has been Jurek Owsiak, who since tional Alliance holding national and with a band of older cadets from that they are active members of the Gdynia Film Festival, and the 1993 has also been running Wielka local offi ces. Additionally she was a the school. For the next four years various Polish organizations and/or Gdynia Film School are organizing Orkiestra Świątecznej Pomocy/ lifetime advocate of Polish causes he would fi ght in guerrilla units. He church ministries, and that all have a short-fi lm competition about the The Grand Orchestra of Christmas and events in the greater National was captured by the Gestapo in a master’s degrees. Baltic Sea countries – their cultural Charity, a foundation which raises Capital region. Buckoski supported mass roundup in 1943 and sent to As her children were growing up, identity, their history, their society, money for medical causes during a the (now) Saint John Paul II Nation- Auschwitz for having false identifi - Link had time to develop her certain their transformation. The award cer- one-day event in January. The Festi- al Shrine. cation papers. talents, especially her culinary and emony will be held at the 40th Film val is free of charge. After the war, he immigrated handcrafting skills. In 1954, Marian Festival in Gdynia. Common Baltic to the United States and joined the Proszowski, a Polish Scout leader, MEN PLAYING IN THE CITY. A is part of the cultural program car- John Wiernicki, Postal Service. As director of the became the fi rst chairman of the series of club concerts accompany- ried out by the Adam Mickiewicz Auschwitz Survivor Offi ce of Design and Construction, “Christmas Around the World and ing the tour titled “Men Playing” Institute and Culture.pl. After proj- John N. Wiernicki, a U.S. Postal he managed a nationwide effort to Holidays of Lights” exhibit at Chi- was launched in three Polish cit- ects in the countries of the Eastern Service architect, who as a teenage upgrade postal facilities and mod- cago’s Museum of Science and In- ies. The Miejskie Granie (Playing Partnership and Asia, the Institute’s partisan fought Nazi invaders in his ernize mail service. dustry (MOSAI). This led to Link’s the City) concerts take place in cultural activity now turns to Po- native Poland and survived more When his grandchildren were chairmanship and a more than over- Warsaw, Poznan and Wroclaw. In land, Russia, Lithuania, Latvia , than a year in the Auschwitz-Birke- very young, they would occasional- 60-year love affair with the fi ne Warsaw, the Miejskie Granie cycle Estonia, Finland , Norway, Sweden, nau death camp, died July 17 at his ly ask Wiernicki about the numbers art of creating and making Polish takes place in Plażowa — an urban Denmark, Germany and Iceland. home in Bethesda, Md. He was 89. tattooed on his forearm: 150302. Christmas tree ornaments. In 2002, café-bar with a beach on the banks For 40 years, Wiernicki was a “A telephone number,” he told Link retired from her leadership role of the Vistula River at the foot of ŻUŁAWSKI WINS BEST DIREC- Postal Service architect, retiring in them. and was pleased that her daughter, the National Stadium. Plażowa at- TOR. Polish fi lm director Andrzej 2002 as director of the Offi ce of De- Mira, accepted this MOSAI respon- tracts music lovers and sunbathing Żuławski’s fi lm “Cosmos” won the sign and Construction. sibility. enthusiasts, as well as connoisseurs Best Director award at the 68th Lo- Elizabeth “Basia” Link The sights, sounds and smells of In addition, Link had been active of the right-bank views of Warsaw. carno Film Festival in Switzerland. Elizabeth Barbara “Basia” Link, his time at Auschwitz would haunt in “Klubie Przyjaciol Warszawia- Miejskie Granie ends on August 29. Another Polish fi lm, “Brothers.” nee Graf, 84, was born in Warsaw, him for the rest of his life. kow,” Polish Women’s Civic Club, Among Polish artists representing by Wojciech Staron received the Poland and More than 50 years after he the Legion of Young Polish Women various music genres are: Mela Ko- award for best fi lm in the renowned passed away at left Auschwitz — just ahead of its (LYPW), and, most notably, “Harc- teluk, The Dumplings, Natalia Przy- “Week of fi lm criticism” section. home on July liberation by the advancing Rus- erstwo,” which along with LYPW, bysz, Fisz, and many more. The documentary “Call me Mari- 23, 2015. She sian army — Wiernicki returned to sponsored the Polish Christmas tree anna,” in turn, received the Premio southern Poland to revisit the camp was the beloved ANCIENT POMPEII IN 3D. at MOSAI. An- Zonta Club Locarno award for best on a research mission for his mem- wife of the late other event takes place at Warsaw’s fi lm promoting social justice and Edward Link For over the past 20 years, oir, “War in the Shadow of Aus- “Basia,” as she was known by her National Stadium, where visitors ethics. Żuławski’s award-winning chwitz,” published in 2001 by Syra- and the daughter have a unique opportunity to watch fi lm “Cosmos’ is a Franco-Portu- of the late Sa- family and friends, visited various the ancient Roman Empire, showing guese co-production, an adaptation bina Glowacka Chicago Public Library sites shar- a life in Pompeii before the city was of a Witold Gombrowicz novel. JUREK-PARK SLOPE Graf and the late Jakob Graf. At ing her talents with school age chil- the age of 12 she was relocated to dren, showing them how to make FUNERAL HOME, INC. a forced labor camp in Nazi Germa- ornaments. Annually, she and Mira New from the PAJ Bookstore ny. 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POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL TOLEDO POLONIA / Margaret Zotkiewicz-Dramczyk Biskup Memorial to Benefit North Star Reach TOLEDO — For nearly a de- ary actor Paul Newman over 25 cade, Ron and Sue Biskup of Brigh- years ago. North Star Reach will be ton, Michigan have built a legacy the ninth such camp in the U.S, out DEDICATED TO THE PROMOTION AND CONTINUANCE OF POLISH AMERICAN MUSIC honoring their daughter Lisa Bisk- of 30 SeriousFun camps and pro- up. The Lisa Biskup Organ and Tis- gram worldwide. sue Donation Foundation is the re- April 23, 2016 is the date for the Music Publishers of sult of years of hard work that Ron last Lisa Biskup Benefit Dance in Sound Check and Sue and their many supporters its present form. The line-up is as America Releases have put into the issue of organ and follows: Polka Country Musicians, “Then and Now” tissue donation. Pan Franek and the Polka Towners, Many polka lovers around the and featuring Concertina on Parade WHITE STONE, Virg. — Music Midwest have made an annual pil- with Al Piatkowski and Lenny Go- Publishers of America (MPA an- grimage to Wyandotte, Michigan to mulka on concertina, Mitch Biskup nounces the release of “Then and attend the annual Lisa Biskup Me- on bass, Ray Jay on drums, Jackie Now,” an album based entirely on morial Benefit Dance at the end of Libera on piano, musicians who are music from its Vitak-Elsnic (V-E) April to attend the polka dance held all Polka Hall of Famers. portfolio. “Then and Now” is the in Lisa’s memory. This event is the If you are able to travel to Wyan- company’s first venture into major fund raiser for the Lisa Bisk- dotte for this dance, it is more than recording V-E music, part of its up Organ and Tissue Donor Founda- worth the effort to help support the objective of reintroducing the Vitak- tion. The very first dance was held cause Ron and Sue Biskup started to Elsnic brand to a new generation of in 2007, and has grown bigger and honor their daughter Lisa. For more music lovers. better ever since. information on the dance, Camp “This album has a little bit of Recently, Ron and Sue informed North Star Reach, and organ and something for everybody, including me that North Star Reach — a chil- tissue donation, check out the Lisa people not that familiar with polka dren’s camp for those struggling Biskup Memorial Benefit Dance music,” said MPA President Steve with chronic and life-threatening website. Harris. “Some songs are played as health challenges — is the target for originally published by V-E decades Connecticut’s Maestro’s Men recently recorded a performance for the money they raise through the an- UPCOMING. Just like that, summer ago. But others are completely new “Let’s Polka” program on Binghamton, N.Y.’s PBS station WSKG. The show, nual Lisa Biskup Dance. North Star 2015 has come and gone and now arrangements from Alex Meixner.” hosted by promoter and DJ Bill Flynn (center) will be aired in October. Reach is located in Pinckney, Mich- it is time to look ahead to the fall Meixner is a Grammy-nominat- igan. This camp will be open year- and winter dance schedules. Lenny ed performing and recording art- POLKA JUKEBOX / Steve Litwin round for weekly camp sessions. In Gomulka makes a stop in Toledo on ist, music producer and MPA Vice addition, Family Camp Week-ends Saturday, September 26 for the first President. “And there’s another will be available for parents and dance of the fall-winter season for twist,” Harris said. “We’ve added siblings. Perhaps the best part of TAPS. After such a successful Pol- brand-new English lyrics to some Gury’s “Greatest” all, Camp North Star Reach is com- ish Summer Picnic, we look forward songs that either never had them or Dan Gury and the Dyna Dukes “Check One, Two,” rides the pletely free of charge to campers to seeing polka music fans, new and that were originally in Czech or Pol- create a true “salad” of performanc- same musical train as the traditional and families, as a result of generous veteran, at the Conn-Weissenberger ish.” There are 14 songs on the CD, es on their new CD, Greatest Polka “Lancer’s Came,” while “Accordion donations. Hall starting at 7:00 p.m. For more all of which were initially published Show on Earth. Featuring 16 tracks, Salad Dressing,” “None Do I Care North Star Reach is a provisional info, please call (419) 276-1600, or as V-E arrangements. Standards like this one runs the gamut of music, For,” and a Bobby Bobin Medley, member of the SeriousFun Chil- check out the Toledo Area Polka So- Red Raven Polka and Snow Waltz subjects, and features something “Sing Me Again,” truly makes this dren’s Network founded by legend- ciety’s page on FaceBook. are joined by newly-rediscovered old, something new and something the Greatest Polka Show on Earth. songs like the jaunty “Crackerjack” to make your heart beat a little faster Dan Gury has always created polka and the haunting “Last Kiss” and your feet tap along to the music. songs in different ways, some con- Polka Fireworks a Success waltz. Think “Mrs. Robinson,” with ventional and some from that inter- by Tish Blazonczyk Paul Futa took the reins of the The Vitak-Elsnic All-Star Band, “Accordion Salad Dressing” and nal music machine within him. CHAMPION, Pa. — The 41st Concertina Jam in the Matterhorn led by Meixner, was pulled together then those “Pennsylvania Hills” Ringmasters, Dan and Matt Annual Polka Fireworks was a huge Lounge with many concertina fans specifically for this project. “Each rolling, rumbling with polka mu- Gury, do everything but bring the success. All the bands did a great in attendance. musician brought a unique style and sic, “day and night.” Making this pachyderm into your living room. job! Polka Family was very enter- DJ Kenny Olowin provided the skill set to the studio, and the end all happen is a list of lists, a collec- They give you the Show of Shows taining at Big Dan’s Pool party, and entertainment at the welcome party result turned out beautifully,” Mei- tion of musicians with names like with a cast of many. everyone was happy the rain stayed and pool parties, while S & D Pol- xner said. In addition to Meixner, Lackowski, Gury (Dan and Matt), This one is on the DIRC Record somewhere else. Big Dan & Marcia ish Deli provided delicious Polish Hank Guzevich of Polka Family as Zelasko, Kalinowski, Gury (Marie), label. Don’t wait, get your ticket to- host that pool party each year, and dishes throughout the weekend. well as recording veterans Michael Siwiec, Zelazny, Bozzarelli, Favot, day and enjoy The Greatest Polka it is one of the highlights of Polka It takes a lot of dedicated volun- Morris, Ed Klancnik, Don Hunjadi, Pawlak, and more. Show on Earth. Fireworks that always makes for a teers to help run a festival like this, Joe Tierney, Richard Watson and lot of fun and memories. Box On and the entire Blazonczyk family Sam Broeniman round out the band. “Halfway to Dyngus” Party at The Nite-Cappe performed at Springs for the first extends a most sincere thank you to Meixner, Guzevich and Morris as time this year, and they were very all the committee members for their well as the phenomenal Abby Broe- BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Nite- The kitchen will be open at noon. well received. It’s refreshing to see time, dedication and cooperation. niman perform vocals. Cappe, 1769 Abbott Rd, Lackawan- Special Delivery is one of Buf- the younger generation getting ex- Thank you to all the DJs and IJs for “Abby is simply awesome,” Har- na, NY 14218, will host a “Halfway falo’s most versatile bands, playing cited for polkas. Ryan and Dee Dee their help in promoting Polka Fire- ris stated. “She sings from the heart to Dyngus Party” on Saturday, Sep- everything from ethnic favorites to Ogrodny performed with Henny & works on their radio shows. Thank and really delivers.” tember 26, from 7:00-10:00 p.m., popular dance tunes of all types. the Versa J’s at the polka Mass on you to the polka publications and To learn more, visit www.music- featuring the music of Buffalo’s The band has just released its Sunday morning, as well as at the organization web sites that promote publishersofamerica.com/ Special Delivery. first studio project, “Blueprints for dance that afternoon. the festivals. Our sincere thanks to For more information, DJ copies The Nite-Cappe, owned by the Dancing,” on the Sunshine polka The Teen & Tween volleyball all the wonderful people who at- or to schedule an interview, contact Sabuda family, is well known for its music label. games and mixer event were orga- tended and enjoyed the festival. Steve Harris (steve@musicpublish- outstanding dinner and lunch menu. For more information, call The nized by Randy Koslosky & Cindy The final Fall Fest at Seven ersofamerica.com) or call MPA on It will feature a fare of Polish Amer- Nite-Cappe at (716) 825-9488. Olszewski. We thank the IPA for Springs will be held Oct. 30- Nov. (855) 686-8742. ican favorites for the polka party. sponsoring that event. 1. 2015.
OBITUARIES IN BRIEF “POLKA’S NOT DEAD” AUDIO sota’s musical past. Feedback is Concertina Virtuoso Jerome R. Kramarczyk Passes DOCUMENTARY. Parts 1 and 2 welcome. of the documentary “Polka’s Not To listen, go to soundcloud.com/ CHICAGO — Jerome R. Kramarczyk, 78, formerly tina Congress Hall of Fame in 1994, and was a found- Dead,” an insight of polka music minneculture/ and search for the of Chicago, passed away June 7, 2015 in Belvidere, Ill. ing member of the Bake House Players in Hebron, Ill., enriching Minnesota’s musical leg- word “polka.” He was a retiree of the Illinois Dept. of Conservation and a member of the River Bend Players. acy, is available on SoundCloud. It serving as a Conservation Police Officer, Game War- Memorials may be made to Northern Illinois Hos- was produced for and aired on KFAI TICKETS GO ON SALE FOR den, in Cook and McHenry Counties. pice, 4215 Newburg Road, Rockford, IL 61108. Con- MinneCulture Radio 90.1FM Min- STURR CHRISTMAS SHOW. Kramarczyk was a concertina teacher, composer, dolences may be shared with the family at www.belvi- neapolis, and 106.7FM St. Paul. Tickets went on sale July 25 for the and virtuoso. He was inducted into the World Concer- derefh.com. The first part covers the history Jimmy Sturr Christmas Show at the and significance of polka music in Paramount Theatre in Middletown, Minnesota from the 1800s to the N.Y. The Jimmy Sturr Orchestra Promoter, Musician Jolly Joe Timmer 1940s, said Minnesota IJ Craig and Singers, the Pokolonie Danc- BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Polka Promoter, Jolly Joe Creating his own record label, he opened his music Ebel. The second part explores how ers and special guest Gary Puckett Timmer died Monday, July 27, 2015. store in Bethlehem. this old world tradition has been of the Union Gap will provide the Timmer started on WGPA Radio in the early 1950s He was inducted into the International Polka Asso- kept alive, from World War II until entertainment. and became a legend in the greater Bethlehem region. ciation’s Polka Music Hall of Fame in 1990. today. Tickets are available from the Broadcasting or leading his polka band for more He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy. He is The host, Carrie Swiggum, has State Theatre Box Office in Easton, than 60 years, Timmer even played the first day of the also survived by a sister and many nephews and nieces. done her best to portray an accurate Pa. at (610) 252-3132. For groups of first-ever Musikfest. He also broadcast his own cable Private services were held at the convenience of the representation of the current polka 10 or more call (800) 724-0727 for polka show for many years. family. scene as well as research Minne- special rates. 18 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • SEPTEMBER 2015
DANCE TIME / Jen Pijanowski Happy Richie Bojczuk Surprises Picnickers BUFFALO — The Buffalo Pol- New York sum- on this extremely the capacity which I now appreci- ka Boosters held its annual picnic mer aboard the hot and humid ate. It was a cherished moment to on a gorgeous sunny July Sunday Miss Buffalo boat evening. The Nu- enjoy the exhilaration of the Nu- afternoon. Phocus provided the cruise. The Ku- Tones has three Tones while basking in the scenery polka beat as members danced on tas family hosted female mem- of the town which I will always call the large dance fl oor in the wood- the annual event bers which also home. en pavilion at Fontana’s Grove in this year with the uniquely consists Cheektowaga. Fontana’s provided Buffalo Touch. of two husband ANCHORS AWAY II. A rainy eve- an afternoon of food where no one It was a picture and wife band ning lent itself to yet another polka left hungry. Hamburgers, hotdogs, perfect night as member duos. cruise on the Miss Buffalo. This Polish sausage, several salads, corn Lake Erie re- The drummer, time Phocus supplied the music and on the cob, watermelon, and pitch- mained calm and Stacey Morris atmosphere for this event sponsored ers of beer were available most of the sunset was has been honored by Potts Deli and Banquet Hall. Fa- the afternoon as part of the admis- glorious. The several times as miliar polka faces scurried on board sion. boat took a trip USPA female vo- as the weather seemed question- Band members are always eager northward on the calist of the year. able for the evening. It was a full to take requests and perform polka lake to Crystal As I was walking house for this evening’s expedition classics, while mixing in some un- Beach, Ontario. towards the ven- onto the water. Phocus started the conventional polka takes on stan- Taking this route THE BIELA FAMILY: Pam Biela, Rich Biela, Casey Tucker, Michael Biela, ue with my niece, evening up with a crowd favorite, dard music. Phocus is always will- is not typical as Jen and Ben Omaits, and Debbie Barnes I could hear the “Don’t Close Your Eyes.” Tommy ing to invite fellow musicians to sit Picciano was a guest trumpet player in for a few songs, which provides for the night and added a pleasing an added bonus to their typical accompaniment to the band. Johnny repertoire. This year’s 39th annual Wanderlich was also on hand play- picnic was no exception as sur- ing the concertina. The ride was a prise guest Happy Richie Bojczuk little rough, making for much frivol- showed up to sing a few songs. With ity among passengers until it fi nally his trademark song book in hand, he settled down during a slow ride on humbly took the stage performing the Niagara River. After a few hours his most well-known tunes. Mem- on the water, lightening was illumi- bers crowded around Richie as he nating the sky. The captain decided smiled and sang with a chorus of it was safer to take the boat back to many fans joining in. There were the dock. That did not stop the party, several of his previous band mem- as Phocus played dockside for the bers in attendance who thoroughly A.J. Okrzesik and Eric Bakowski at St. Casimir’s. Chris Sikorski, Christy Nowakowski, and Jen Sikorski. last hour of the cruise. This allowed enjoyed getting the time to catch many couples to get up and enjoy up with this local polka icon. Step- usually the waters are too rough to Buffalo skyline made this one of my peppy sounds of the band playing dancing without running the risk of ping back into the spotlight seems venture that far into the lake upon fondest memories of the summer. “Roll Out the Barrel.” They belted the boat swinging and swaying. The somewhat unnatural to Richie, but this vessel. Buffalo Touch with out one polka favorite after another unpredictable Buffalo weather made fans beckoned him to return to per- guest Tommy Wanderlich kept the LUCKY ME. On a whim, I decided grabbing the attention of not only for unique memories and much fun forming more often at local events. mixed crowd dancing and clapping to drive to West Virginia for a 24- those attending but anyone within on the boat ride. Thanks to the Potts Buffalo is home to many musicians along to the polka beat. They even hour visit to surprise my sister on ear shot of their delightful sound. I family for giving us another chance and it was a welcome site to see so played a few country tunes in the her 40th birthday. Upon making was lucky enough to run into polka to enjoy our favorite music outside many of them supporting a local mix as Steve Michaels showcased dinner reservations at one of her lovers, Johnnetta Vinka and her en- during these short summer months. polka club. his vocal talents. During the short favorite restaurants in downtown tire family who are always on hand breaks for the band, a DJ provided Wheeling, I found out that it was to support polka music. Next as I BELLOW OUT. Congratulations to ANCHORS AWAY. The very next modern dance tunes for the dozen of a Waterfront Wednesday. The out- headed towards the band, I spotted Ron Urbanczyk, who is being in- night, we got the chance to enjoy dancers crowding the fl oor. The mu- door Heritage Port offers magnifi - Rich Biela, who plays with Charlie ducted into the 2015 World Concer- even more of the beautiful Western sic and breathtaking scenes of the cent views of the Ohio River and Tansek and Stephanie. I spent some tina Congress Hall of Fame. He is the iconic Wheeling Suspension time talking with Rich and his en- one of only four from Buffalo who Bridge, which is among the oldest tire family. It was an unexpected have been inducted with the Hall’s THE POLKA CAROUSEL operating ones in the world. Water- surprise getting to hear some polkas 249 concertina players. front Wednesday is a free musical on my quick trip to Wheeling. It is He is being recognized for his community event offered through- amazing to me that growing up, I endeavors to promote the instru- ROCKIN’ROCKIN’ out the summer. As luck would have had no idea that polkas existed in ment. it, it happened to be a polka band POLKAS on this particular Wednesday. I de- POLKASwith cided to walk over after dinner and to my surprise many of my polka MIKE & GEORGE PASIERB friends from the Ohio Valley were Your Host: Ed Slomkowski in attendance. Nu Tones from Penn- sylvania were in full swing keeping www.polishnewcastleradio.com WXRL the rather large audience captivated Wed. 5:00 to 6:00: p.m. Fri. 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. 1300 AM FREE CATALOG! WGPA Sunny 1100 LANCASTER-BUFFALO SAT. 2:00-3:00 p.m. HEAR ALL THE POLKA STARS Allentown, Pa. on Sunday Morning 9:00-10:00 p.m. SUN. 7:00-8:00 p.m. SUNSHINE
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To list your event, please send date, West Seneca N.Y. 4:30-7:30 SEPTEMBER 25 Miffl inburg Pa. 7-11. (570) 966-0483 • Ray Jay Carousels. Sacred Heart band, location, times, and contact • Polka Family. Honors Haven Resort. • Polka Country Musicians. Festhalle. Church. Jennette Pa. 4:30 p.m. (724) number to [email protected]. SEPTEMBER 14 Ellenville. N.Y. 8 p.m. (908) 722-9025 Asbury Park N.J. 9-12. (782) 997- 523-2560 • Walt Wagner. Riverfront Polish Festi- • Joe Stanky Cadets. Honors Haven 8767 • Eddie Forman. St. Joseph’s Polish So- SEPTEMBER 4 val. Wilmington Del. 7-10. (302) 594- Resort. Ellenville N.Y. (908) 722-9025 ciety. Colchester Conn. 6:30-10:30. • The Polka Whoo. Evergreen German 1400 OCTOBER 3 • John Stevens DoubleShot. Appala- (860) 537-2550 Club. Fleetwood, Pa. 7-11. (610) 944- • Polka Family Band. Pilsner Haus. chian Brewing Co. Harrisburg Pa. 6-9 7501 SEPTEMBER 15 Hoboken N.J. 7-11. (201) 683-5465 • The Atlanta Polka Band. Village (717) 221-1080 • Polka Family/The Knewz/Buff alo • Polka Family. Aqua Turf Club. Plants- • The Golden Tones. St. Mary Church. Corner Restaurant. Stone Mtn. Ga. • Walt Wagner. Cavalier’s CC. Newark Touch. IPA Festival. Buff alo, N.Y (800) ville, Conn. 11-3:30. (860) 621-9335 Hamburg Pa. 1-4. (610) 562-7657 5-8:30. (770) 498-0329 • Mike Niemec Varaiety Band. River- Del. 6-11. (302) 737-1200 867-6552 • Jimmy Sturr. Tioga Casino. Nichols OCTOBER 11 front Polish Fest. Wilmington Del. SEPTEMBER 26 N.Y. 2 p.m. (845) 252-3354 7-11. (302) 594-1400 • Eastern Sound. Loon Mountain. Lin- SEPTEMBER 5 • John Stevens Doubleshot. Kingl- • Special Delivery. Jackie Schmid Me- • Lenny Gomulka. Roosevelt Hall. Nor- coln NH. 12-5. (603) 745-8111 sand Park. Sleepy Hollow N.Y. 1-5. morial Scholarship Fundraiser velt, Pa. (724) 423-8558 SEPTEMBER 16 • Andy Fenus TrelTones. Slovenian (914) 366-5109 • Lily of The Valley Hall. Cheektowaga • Dennis Polisky/IPA Tribute Band/Pol- • John Stevens DoubleShot. River- Hall. Yukon Pa. 3-7. (724) 722-9700 • Polka Family. Blue Mtn. Resort. Palm- N.Y. 5-9. (716) 668-6800 ka Country Musicians. IPA Festival. front Polish Festival. Wilmington Del. • Joe Stanky. VFW . Dupont Pa. 2-6. erton Pa. 1 p.m. (610) 826-7700 • John Stevens. Festhalle. Asbury Park Buff alo, N.Y. (800) 867-6552 7-10. (302) 594-1400 (570) 654-9104 • Special Delivery. Halfway to Dyngus N.J. 9-12. (782) 997-8767 • The Boys/Walt Wagner. Our Lady of • Crabtown Sound. PolkaMotion. Re- Day Party. Nite-Cappe. Lackawanna, • Mike Surratt Continentals. The Fair- • Maestros Men. Italian Center. Pough- Czestochowa. Doylestown, Pa. (215) hoboth Beach Del. 7 p.m. (410) 654- NY 7-10. (716) 825-9488 grounds. Frederick Md. 5:30-10. keepsie N.Y. 2-6. (845) -1492 345-0600 4724 • Joe Stanky Cadets. Quassy Amus- (240) 599-0660 • Joe Stanky Cadets. St. Mary Church. OCTOBER 15 SEPTEMBER 17 ment Park. Middlebury Conn. (800) • Rich Bobinski Orchestra. Aqua Turf. Mocanaqua Pa. 5:30-9:30. (570) 542- • Special Delivery. Polish Falcons. De- • TKO. St. Hedwigg Riverfront Polish 367-7275 Plantsville, Conn. evening. (860) 4157 pew N.Y. 8 p.m. (716) 684-2373 Festival. Wilmington Del. 7-10. (302) • Mike Surratt Continentals. Capital 621-9335 • Jimmy Sturr. Allentown Fair. Allen- 594-1400 Ale House. Richmond Virg. (804) • The Atlanta Polka Band. Trinity OCTOBER 16 town Pa. 5 p.m. (610) 433-7541 • Polka Family/The Knewz. PolkaMo- 780-2537 Church. Lilburn Ga. 4-9. (770) -972- • Mike Surratt Continentals. Domin- tion. Rehoboth Beach Del. 6-12. SEPTEMBER 6 • Walt Wagner. Cape May Airport. 4418 ion Bldg. Richmond Virg. 8-12. (804) (410) 654-4724 • The Shoreliners. St. Marys Picnic. Cape May N.J. 7-10. (609) 886-8787 • Maestros Men. Turner Hall. Clinton 451-4344 Mocanaqua Pa. 5-9. (570) 544-2805 • Buff alo Touch. Polish Falcons. De- • Eastern Sound Orch. Masonic Hall. Mass. 12-6. (978) 365-9764 pew N.Y. 8-10:30. (716) 847-0839 Ipswich Mass. 1-5. (978) 356-9716 OCTOBER 17 • Lenny Gomulka/Freeze Dried/Tony OCTOBER 4 Blazonczyk. IPA Festival. Buff alo, N.Y. • Jimmy Sturr. Heinless. Cochecton • Mike Surratt. Dominion Bldg. Rich- SEPTEMBER 18 • The Eastern Sound. The German (800) 867-6552 N.Y. 2 p.m. . (845) 252-3354 mond Virg. 8-12. (804) 451-4344 • Crabtown Sound. Riverfront Polish Club. Pawtucket RI. 2-6. (401) 569- • John Gora/Tamburitzans/Goral- • The Atlanta Polka Band. Village • John Stevens. Maryland Zoo. Balti- Festival. Wilmington Del. 7-10. (302) 6427 si. Our Lady of Czestochowa. Corner Restaurant. Stone Mtn. Ga. more Md. 12-4. (410) 396-7102 594-1400 • New Brass Express. Roosevelt Hall. Doylestown, Pa. (215) 345-0600 5-8:30. (770) 498-0329 • Special Delivery. Polkasino Bus Trip. • Eddie Forman/Lenny Gomulka/The Norvelt Pa. 3-7. (724) 423-8558 • Rich Bobinski Orchestra. Roosevelt Boys/Polka Country Musicians. Pol- • New Direction Band. Darien Lake. Francis Donovan Post, Genesee St., • Mike Surratt. The Fairgrounds. Fred- Park. Blackstone, Mass. 2-6. (508) kaMotion. Rehoboth Beach Del. 4-1. Darien Lake N.Y. 3:30-7:30. (844) Cheektowaga. Ted. (716) 668-9101 erick Md. 12:30-5:30. (240) 599-0660 294-1512 (410) 654-4724 854-1450 • Eastern Sound. St. Thomas Church. • Joe Lastovica & Polka Punch. VFW. • The Boys. Evergreen German Club. • Polka Family Band. Roncesville Pol- SEPTEMBER 27 Peabody Mass. 5-9. (978) 531-6517 Fleetwood, Pa. 2-6. (610) 944-7501 Dupont Pa. 2-6. (570) 654-9104 ish Fest. Toronto Ca. 6 p.m. (416) • Dennis Polisky. Polish American • The Atlanta Polka Band. High Hamp- • Jimmy Sturr. PLAV Pavilion. Pine Is- • John Stevens. Blue Mountain. Palm- 388-2704 Club. West Haven Conn. 1-5. (203) ton Inn. Cashier NC. 12-4. (828) 743- land, N.Y. (845) 258-4168 erton Pa. 12-6. (610) 826-7700 • The Continentals. The Waldhorn. 933-9976 4012 • Polka Pals. Polish Club. Daytona • The Golden Tones. Pulaski Day Pa- Charolotte NC. 6-11. (704) 540-7047 • The Golden Tones. VFW. Dupont Pa. • Maestros Men. Ocean Mist. Matu- Beach, Fl. (386) 258-7059 rade. 5th Ave N.Y. N.Y. 12-5 SEPTEMBER 19 2-6. (570) 654-9104 nuck RI. 2-5. (401) 782-3740 SEPTEMBER 8 • Tony Blazonczyk/Lenny Gomulka. • Polka Country Musicians. PACC. Lud- • Buff alo Touch. Potts Banquet Hall. • Dynasonics/Old School/The Knewz/ low Mass. 2-6. (413) 583-6385 • Special Delivery. Town Hall Senior Lenny Gomulka. PolkaMotion. Re- Cascade Park. New Castle Pa. 1-7. Cheektowaga N.Y. (716) 826-6575 Center Pavilion. Cheektowaga N.Y. (724) 656-3510 hoboth Beach Del. 4-1. (414) 654- OCTOBER 6 OCTOBER 18 6-8. (716) 686-3400 4724 • Eddie Derwin. PACC. Lyndhurst N.J. • John Stevens. Best Western. Matam- • Eastern Sound. Dom Polski. Lowell • Buff alo Touch. River Grill. Tonawa- • Golden Tones. Riverfront Polish Fes- 2-6. (201) 438-9723 oras Pa. 11-3:30. (518) 491-2400 Mass. 1-5. (978) 452-8262 nda N.Y. 6:30-9:30. (716) 873-2553 tival. Wilmington Del. 7-10. (202) • John Stevens DoubleShot. Quassy Amusement Park. Middlebury Conn. OCTOBER 9 • The NuTones. Polish Falcons Hall. SEPTEMBER 11 594-1400 (800) 367-7275 • John Stevens.Pilsner Haus. Hoboken Pleasant Pa. 3-7. (412) 922-2244 • Joe Stanky & Cadets. Mohegan Sun • The Continentals. The Waldhorn. Charlotte NC. 6-11. (704) 540-7047 • Northern Lites. Polish Club. Daytona N.J. 8-12. (201) 683-5465 • Eddie Derwin Polka Naturals. Sacred Casino. Wilkes Barre, Pa. (888) 946- Beach Fla. 2-5. (386) 258-7059 Heart Parish. Cornwall Pa. 2-6. (717) 4672 • Special Delivery Band. Polka Mass. St. James & St. Augustine Oratory. • Lenny Gomulka/Tony Blazonczyk. OCTOBER 10 273-1574 SEPTEMBER 12 Depew N.Y. (716) 683-2746 Cascade Park. Newcastle Pa. (724) • Jimmy Sturr. Hunter Mountain, • George Tarasek Polka Partners. VFW. • John Stevens DoubleShot. Mohegan • Jimmy Sturr. Mountain Creek Resort. 656-3510 Hunter N.Y. 1 p.m. (800) 486-8376 Dupont Pa. (570) 6549104 Sun Casino. Wilkes Barre, Pa. (888) Vernon N.J. 12:30 p.m. (973) 827- OCTOBER 1 • Eastern Sound. Loon Mountain. Lin- • John Stevens. Fire Hall. Glenfi eld N.Y. coln NH. 12-5. (603) 745-8111 946-4672 2000 • The Continentals. Liederkranz Club. 1-5. (315) 376-2135 • Polka Family/Dennis Polisky/Eff ect • Buff alo Touch. Corpus Christi Church Reading Pa. 6-10. (610) 373-3982 • The Knewz/The Boys. Meadows Ca- • Dynabrass. PACC. Ludlow Mass. 2-6. Band. Our Lady of Czestochowa. Dozynki. Buff alo N.Y. 1-5. (716) 683- • October 2 sino. Washington Pa. 7-12. (724) 503- (413) 583-6385 Doylestown, Pa. (215) 345-0600 2746 • Polka Family Band. Pilsner Haus. 1200 • The Continentals. Md. Oktoberfest. • John Stevens. Festhalle. Asbury Park SEPTEMBER 13 SEPTEMBER 20 Hoboken N.J. 7-11. (201) 683-5465 Timonium Fair grounds. Timonium N.J. 9-12. (782) 997-8767 Md. 12-6. (410) 252-0200 • Dennis Polisky Maestros Men. Pulas- • Special Delivery. Corpus Christi • John Stevens. VFW Carnival Grounds. ki Park. Three Rivers, Mass. 2:30-6:30 Church Dozynki. Buff alo N.Y. 3-7. • T.K.O./Polish American String Band/ (716) 896-1050 Pectus. Our Lady of Czestochowa. • Dennis Poliski. German Club. Paw- Doylestown, Pa. (212) 345-0600 tucket RI. 2-6. (401) 723-3549 • Eddie Derwin Polka Naturals. VFW. • The Shoreliners. VFW. Dupont Pa. Dupont, Pa. 2-6. (570) 654-9104 (570) 654-9104 • The Swingmasters, Beaver Meadows • Walt Groller. Sacred Heart Parish. Community Stage. Beaver Mead- Cornwall Pa. 2-6. (717) 273-1574 ows, Pa. (724) 773-6700 • Polka Classics. Polish Club. Daytona • Pennsylvania Villagers. BVM Church. Beach Fla. 1-5. (386) -258-7059 Egypt Park. Egypt, Pa. 3-7. egyptme- • Jimmy Sturr. Mountain Creek Resort. [email protected] Vernon N.J. 12:30 PM (973) 827-2000 • The Golden Tones. Roosevelt Hallo. Norvelt, Pa. (724) 423-8558 SEPTEMBER 23 • John Stevens DoubleShot. Epiphany • Special Delivery. Polka Variety Social of Our Lord. Annandale, Virg. 12-6. Club Meeting. Leonard Post. Cheek- (703) 573-0777 towaga N.Y. 7:30-10. (716) 684-4371 • Northern Sounds. Polish Club. Bel- SEPTEMBER 24 leview, Fl. 2-5. (727) 753-9631 • John Stevens Doubleshot. Tussey A TRIBUTE TO RAY HENRY • Frankie K Band. Polish Club, Dayto- Mountain. Boalsburg Pa. 4-9. (814) SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2015 • 2:00-6:00 P.M. na. Fl. 2-5 (386) 258-7059 466-6266 • Special Delivery. Clinton Bar & Grill. SARATOGA KofC HALL 50 Pine Ridge Road, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Music by the Big Band Sound of Dennis Polisky & The Maestro’s Men Drivetime Polkas (Ray Henry with “RONNIE D” Tribute Big WESTERN NEW YORK’S ONLY SEVEN-DAY-A-WEEK POLKA SHOW Band with Extra Musicians) www.drivetimepolkas.com WXRL 1300AM LIVE Polka Jammer Network MONDAY-SATURDAY Radio Broadcast 2:00-5:00 p.m. 5:00-7:00 p.m. LIVE Jam Cam Video and Simulcast: www. polkajammernetwork.org WECK 1230AM MC: PETER J. DANIELCZUK • NARRATOR: KAREN OLSZEWSKI SUNDAYS Cash Bar & Kitchen. No BYOB 8:00-11:00 a.m. ADVANCE PAYMENT REQUIRED TO RESERVE SEATS All Tickets $15.00 per person. No Tables Held FOR INFORMATION or ADVERTISING RATES, CALL Reservations: Mail Check to Steve Coblish, 4B Harwich Manor, Ballston Lake, NY 12019 (716) 683-4357 DJs / IJs / VIPS Call Steve (518) 899-3061 if you plan to attend 20 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • SEPTEMBER 2015
Alliance Alumni Association Foundation AMERICAN POLONIA AT A GLANCE Announces Call for Scholarship Applicants YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — The nical School) alumnus. Goodbye, Old Friend Alliance College Alumni Associa- Applications must be postmarked PHOTO: NORA MISLAN tion, thru the arm of its 501(c)(3) no later than September 15, 2015. ELIZABETH, N.J. — After Foundation, is accepting applica- The Foundation Trustees will nearly 90 years of hosting Polish tions for its annual scholarship. select the winner after reviewing and polka events, the Bayway Pol- Graduating high school seniors as overall academic achievement as ish Home is no more. well as students enrolled as full-time well as interest and involvement in The Pulaski Street enclave, the students in post-secondary colleges, their community and Polish culture. state’s last holdout along a once universities, or technical schools are “The alumni scholarship pro- well-traveled polka circuit, has gone eligible for the $1500 award. gram provides us an opportunity dark, a casualty of the city’s dwin- Eligible students will have at to keep alive the legacy of Alliance dling Polish population, rising ex- least a 2.0 academic average. While College.The scholarship is open to penses and, well, a lack of afi ciona- all majors are considered, preference all students or Polish descent,” says dos for an unabashedly old-school will be given to an applicant major- Richard Day, ACAAF President. aesthetic. ing in Polish language, culture, or For further information contact The club drew about 300 from as history. Additional preference will Richard Day, ACAAF President, at far as Massachusetts and Maryland be given to applicants related to an (330) 858-3712 or email rjd44282@ for a farewell dance on Aug. 24. Alliance College (or Alliance Tech- hotmail.com. “I like to think it’s a cycle, but I don’t think so,” said Eddie For- THE BAYWAY POLISH HOME in Elizabeth, New Jersey, was a hot spot for man, whose band, based in Hadley, wedding receptions, banquets, polka dances, and countless other com- Jedliniok to Perform in Buffalo, September 13 Mass., closed out an 80-plus-year munity events. BUFFALO, N.Y. — Join the Pol- city and it attends festivals, outdoor run in Elizabeth with a rendition of beth. banquets and, in time, dances. ish Heritage Dancers for an unfor- activities, reviews and university the “Bartender’s Polka.” “There’s By 1990, after the fall of com- After World War II, return- gettable evening featuring Jedlin- student celebrations. not many people interested in pol- munism and an immigration mini- ing Polish veterans eventually re- iok, (Zespół Pieśni i Tańca Jedliniok The group has performed in ka.” boom from Eastern Europe, 7,100 modeled it so that it could hold on Facebook) a Polish folk dance many countries and on different Twenty years ago, the promise of city residents — or 6.5 percent of the standing-room-only audiences group from Poland. continents, representing Poland in trumpets, saxophones and a squeeze the population — identifi ed them- crowding in to listen and dance to The performance, presenting live numerous international folk festi- box could draw a few hundred to a selves as having Polish ancestry, popular Polish bands. music and dancing is a beautiful vals. squat brick and cinder-block build- according to the U.S. Census. By In 1964, the clubhouse found it- representation of Polish culture and Jedliniok will perform on Sun- ing on the edge of an industrial dis- 2010, the number of Polish residents self in the way of the Turnpike’s ex- is wonderful for children and adults day, Sept. 13 at Our Lady of Sacred trict, but in the last few years, far had shrunk to 2,597, or 2 percent of pansion project. It was demolished. alike. Heart Church Hall, 3148 Abbott fewer were turning up, said Charles the city’s inhabitants. A new clubhouse opened in 1967 Jedliniok was created in 1975. Rd., in Orchard Park at 7:00 p.m. Kazanecki, the organization’s presi- The Freedom Club of Joseph on what was then called Brunswick Members of the ensemble are stu- Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 dent. Pilsudski, named for a Polish states- Avenue, but was soon renamed Pu- dents of the Agricultural University at the door. Tickets are available- “Now we’re down to 50,” he man of the early 20th century, was laski Street. of Wrocław and other university from Am-Pol Eagle Newspaper, said. “People aren’t coming out to a merger, in 1923, of two indepen- The new building prospered for centers in Wrocław. (3620 Harlem Rd., Cheektowaga, dance.” dent societies in Bayway. Each had years, until demographics took its In addition to regional dances, (716) 835-9454); and Salt Lamps Following a late-19th century grown out of recent arrivals’ desire toll. The last straw came when dam- national Polish dances — polonaise, Etc. (5274 Broadway, Lancaster tidal wave of Polish immigration, for a community. Construction of age from Hurricane Sandy ruined mazur and krakowiak — are also (716) 564-9286). nearly one in nine inhabitants of the the clubhouse, on Bayway Avenue, the dance fl oor roof. At that point, included in their repertoire. The en- For more, please call Michelle Bayway neighborhood claimed Pol- was fi nished in 1929, according to offi cers decided to sell the building. semble gives performances during (716) at 983-5084 or Irene (716) ish ancestry in 1910, according to a a history of the club on its webpage. The site will be home to new soc- very important cultural events in the 681-0813. recent account of the neighborhood The club sponsored sports teams cer and softball fi elds, said Eliza- by the Historical Society of Eliza- and events. It also hosted weddings, beth Mayor Bollwage. City to Demo Fronczak Home by Gregory Witul public of Poland, and Nobel Prize OCTOBER IS POLISH HERITAGE MONTH BUFFALO, N.Y. (Am-Pol Ea- recipient Wladyslaw Reymont had gle) — Erring on the side of caution, visited Fronczak at the address). JOIN THE CELEBRATION City Court Judge Patrick Carney is- As part of that coalition, James Dear Friend of Polonia: sued an order on Aug. 18 for the de- Serafi n spoke about plans to raise – October is Polish American Heritage molition of 806 Fillmore Ave., the in conjunction with a neighborhood Month, and the Polish American Journal former home of Dr. Francis Fron- housing organization – a fi rst round invites you to join the celebration! You can czak, a Polish American patriot. of funding ($50,000) to secure the Carney listened to preservation- site which would allow them to participate by sending greetings to American ist Monica Rzepka, who spoke raise additional funds. Polonia in the form of patron advertising in the about the importance of the build- Opposing its preservation, a October edition of the PAJ. This special edition ing. According to the New York dozen or so neighbors said the aban- will contain greetings from friends, businesses and State Historic Preservation Offi ce, doned “ghost building” is dilapidat- organizations who are proud of their Polish roots. the Fronczak home met the require- ed and a fi re hazard. By being part of this special edition, we ask you ments to be placed on the U.S. Na- The former owner the the prop- for your help in strengthening the ties between all tional Register of Historic Places. erty died without an estate making it Americans of Polish descent during Polish American (Ignacy Jan Paderewski, who be- diffi cult to transfer the property to a Heritage Month. This month is set aside to honor those came prime minister of the 2nd Re- new owner. whose selfl ess dedication helps to preserve our rich Polish traditions. Through your patronage, we are able us to bring American Polonia a paper it can be proud of, as it is our mission to keep alive the traditions which defi ne us. 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