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WHAT BREXIT MAY MEAN FOR POLAND • GET READY FOR POLISH HERITAGE MONTH • CATHOLIC LEAGUE APPEAL HEADING INTO THE FUTURE • FAREWELL TO AMBASSADOR SCHNEPF • AN AMERICAN FACE IN POLISH POLITICS BISHOP ZUBIK AND GUN CONTROL • THE WOMEN OF THE UPRISING • CHICAGO’S POLISH POPULATION CHANGE NATO Summit — a Major Breakthrough Polish Newsmark Communities RUSSIA USES NATO SCARES TO KEEP ITS PEOPLE in UK Targeted IN LINE – FOREIGN MINISTER. The Russian leadership rejects all explanations that NATO is a defensive alliance with Abuse that poses no threat to Russia, because the Kremlin needs a state of confl ict for domestic political purposes, Polish After Brexit Foreign Minister Witold Waszczykowski said during the LONDON — The Pol- North Atlantic Alliance’s recent Warsaw summit. “If the ish embassy in London said Kremlin told citizens of the Russian Federation, there was it was deeply concerned by no longer any threat of a NATO invasion, people would what it said were recent in- soon start pressing for a better life and more freedom,” he cidents of xenophobic abuse explained. “Considering Russia’s great mineral wealth, it directed against the Polish could be one of the world’s richest countries were it not for community since Britain all the corruption.” voted to leave the European Union. OBAMA LECTURES POLISH PRESIDENT ON AL- Police said off ensive leaf- LEGED VIOLATIONS OF RULE OF LAW. At a private lets and cards reading “Go meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda during War- home, Polish scum” and “No saw’s recent NATO summit, his US counterpart Barack more Polish Vermin” were Obama expressed concern over Poland’s constitutional placed on doors and in mail- crisis which opponents of Poland’s current conservative boxes of Poles in Hunting- President Barack Obama and Polish President Andrzej Duda, shake hands before a press don, central England. government claim violates the rule of law. Following the conference at PGE National Stadium in Warsaw, July 8, 2016. PHOTO: SUSAN WALSH/AP Anti-Polish graffi ti was meeting Obama told reporters: “I expressed to President painted on the Polish Social Duda our concerns over certain actions, and the impasse Rotating NATO presence in Poland, on the whole alliance,” NATO’s Secretary- and Cultural Association cul- over Poland’s constitutional tribunal, I insisted that we are Baltic states, Black Sea area General Jens Stoltenberg, a Dane, told a press tural center in London. very respectful of Poland’s sovereignty and I recognize conference during the summit. The United Moscow regards the summit as A Polish family was tar- that parliament is working on legislation to take some im- States will deploy some 1,000-strong battle- a display of “anti-Russian hysteria” geted in a hate crime arson at- portant steps, but more work needs to be done,” His words group in Poland, Germany is to lead its battal- tack when unknown perpetra- were couched in diplomatic language far milder and more by Robert Strybel ion in Lithuania, Britain in Estonia and Cana- tors set on fi re a garden shed conciliatory than the fi erce, no-holds-barred attacks regu- WARSAW — The recent two-day sum- da in Latvia. Other nations such as France and mit of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Belgium, will provide troops as well. outside their home in Plym- larly launched against the Law and Justice government by outh, southwest England. The the liberal opposition that lost last October’s election. has changed Central-East Europe’s security Under a separate US-Polish agreement, structure. For the fi rst time ever, the 28-na- President Barack Obama is also sending Po- arsonists left behind a note saying, “go back home” and PILOT THANKS POLES. Nadiya Savchenko, the Ukrai- tion defense alliance decided to create a per- land a 3,200-strong armored brigade, and manent military presence in Poland and the several hundred GIs will also man the anti- warned that the family would nian pilot who was recently released by Russia after spend- “be next.” The shed was adja- ing two years behind bars, thanked her Polish friends in three Baltic states – Lithuania, Latvia, and missile installation on the country’s Baltic Estonia. A roughly 1,000-strong battalion will coast. As a result, not 1,000 but a total of close cent to the family’s house, in- the lower chamber of Poland’s parliamentfor their support. habited by the Polish parents Savchenko came to Warsaw invited by Poles who con- be installed on a rotational basis in all four to 5,000 NATO troops will be there to assist countries which share a border with Russia. Poland’s own 100,000-strong armed forces in and their four kids. tributed to her release and who wrote letters to her while Cambridgeshire Police she was imprisoned. All four are especially wary of potential Rus- case of need. NATO also agreed to set up a sian threats since Moscow’s illegal 2014 an- Romanian-Bulgarian multinational brigade said offi cers had met upset “I came to Poland to thank them, to understand the situ- members of the local Polish ation better,” she said. “I want to say to all of my Polish nexation Ukraine’s Crimean peninsula. in charge of monitoring southeastern Europe “These battalions will be robust and they and the Black Sea region. community after off ensive friends: thank you for your support.” leafl ets were left on cars and Savchenko was sentenced to 22 years in jail after she will be multinational. They make clear that an Poland’s position was probably best See “Targeted ...,” page 4 was found guilty in March on charges connected with the attack on one ally will be considered an attack See “NATO Breakthrough,” page 4 deaths of two Russian journalists. She was accused of di- PLANNING AHEAD recting artillery fi re in an operation in eastern Ukraine, as a result of which the journalists died. Savchenko received a pardon from Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Krem- Celebrations of Late Summer and Fall lin said his decision came after a request from the families by Robert Strybel handicapped in wheelchairs. of the two Russian journalists. Each season brings with it This is the annual national fresh opportunities to explore pilgrimage with climaxes on A SAFEHAVEN FOR JEWS. Poland has become one of our Polish heritage, actively August 15th, a dual occasion the safest European countries for Jews, the head of a Euro- cultivate it in our families, pro- combining the religious Feast pean Holocaust foundation has said. mote it in our Polonian orga- of the Assumption with patriot- The Algemeiner, a U.S.-based Jewish newspaper, asked nizations and share it with the ic Polish Army Day. The latter Jonny Daniels, executive director of From the Depths — rest of America. In that way, commemorates Poland’s defeat an international organization dedicated to preserving the we are not only taking from of the invading Soviet hordes memory of the victims of the Holocaust and to the protec- America but also giving back at the gates of Warsaw in 1920. tion of Jewish heritage — about his reaction to a speech something in return by helping Chicagoland Polonians by Polish President Andrzej Duda’s at the anniversary of to enrich our country’s multi- have for years emulated the a 1946 massacre of Jews in Kielce, southern Poland. Duda ethnic mosaic. Old Country example of walk- condemned anti-Semitism at the Kielce observance. ing to Częstochowa’s Jasna “Such behavior must be condemned,” Duda said, speak- RELIGIOUS PROCESSIONS. Góra Monastery, although they ing at commemorations of the killing of some 40 Jewish Like tiny trickles, in August A FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL (DOŻYNKI) can be an outdoor cover a far more modest dis- residents by their neighbors 70 years ago. all over Poland parish groups festival or indoor banquet. These events are held in most tance. Groups of pilgrims set Daniels praised Poland and its leaders for its religious set out for Częstochowa. They major Polish American cities and towns. (Above): Youngsters out on foot to the Salvatorian freedom. join with other groups along carry flowers in a procession at Our Lady of Czestochowa Fathers’ Shrine of Our Lady “At the ceremony for the anniversary of the Warsaw the way, turning the trickle into Catholic Church in Houston, Texas, following a grand open- of Częstochowa in Merillville, Ghetto uprising organized by TSKZ — the largest Jewish small stream which eventually ing showing of the American, Polish and Texas flags, and the Indiana, a distance of 32 miles. organization in Poland — for the fi rst time ever, the presi- becomes a mighty river of hu- singing of the national anthems. PHOTO: JAMES SMOCK Polonian pilgrims with Góral dent and prime minister of Poland were in attendance,” manity as the destination draws (highlander) roots fl ock to the said Daniels. near. The middle-aged pilgrims soldiers, policemen and fi remen, trade shrine of the Discalced (bare- “Duda then visited the monument in the Warsaw Jewish are generously interspersed with young- unionists and members of other organi- footed) Franciscan Fathers in nearby cemetery, the fi rst president to do so.” er participants — scouts, high school zations. There are young stroller-push- and university students, uniformed ing married couples and the elderly and See “Celebrations,” page 2 2 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016

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Contributing Editors John J. Bukowczyk, Thad 11 1882. Birth of Wladyslaw When the Brexit vote was announced, an instant gut in the direction of a voluntary alliance of sovereign na- Cooke, John Grondelski, Sophie Hodorowicz- Anders, General of the Polish reaction was noted on both sides of the divide. Scotland tional states. One that pursues commonly agreed proj- Knab, James Pula, John Radzilowski Army during World War II. He indicated it might leave the UK in order to remain in the ects and promotes common interests approved by the BUREAUS. Binghamton Steve Litwin; Chicago Geraldine Balut Coleman, Toledo Margaret was commander of the Polish EU, and militantly anti-Catholic Northern Ireland was individual nations. The Polish government wants an EU Zotkiewicz-Dramczyk; Warsaw Robert Strybel; Forces in the Soviet Union and rumored to be considering the unthinkable – joining the responsive to the needs of its members, not one where Washington Richard Poremski commanded the Second Corps Columnists Mary Ann Marko, Regina Republic of Ireland to retain its EU membership. But Brussels’ eurocrats arbitrarily impose their will on bloc McIntyre, Martin Nowak, Jennifer Pijanowski, in Italy. His greatest achieve- Brexit has also bolstered patriotic anti-EU sentiment participants, pressure and intimidate individual coun- ment was the successful lead- Ed Poniewaz, Stephen Szabados, Greg Witul, in other countries, referred to as “populist” tendencies tries and interfere in their internal affairs. John Ziobrowski ership of the Polish forces that Newsclippers Mr. & Mrs. Jacob Dvornicky, took Monte Cassino, Italy. Anthony Guyda, C. Kanabrodzki, Henry J. 13 1916. Birth of Polish American Kensicki, Walter Piatek, John Yesh Celebrations of Late Summer and Fall Agents Robert Czubakowski historian Edward Pinkowski, Proofreader Larry Trojak who discovered Pulaski’s al- continued from cover Circulation Manager Kathy Bruno leged remains in the Pulaski Munster, Indiana. That is when the October is Polish Heritage Month Advertising Kathy Bruno Monument in Savannah, Geor- annual parish indulgence fair to Our gia. He is the author of hun- Since 1608, when the first Polish settlers arrived at Jamestown, TO ADVERTISE IN THE PAJ CALL dreds of papers and articles on Lady of Ludźmierz, the Madonna of Virginia, Polish people have been an important part of America’s history 1 (800) 422-1275 Polish American achivements. Poland’s Tatra Mountain highland- and culture. In 2016, Poles will mark the 408th anniversary of the first Regular rate: $12.50 per column inch 14 ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE ers, is held. 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Advertisers are advised to in the late 20th century with only For additional information about these historic events and Polish and check their advertisement immediately upon Mayski Agreement, a World a handful of worshipers had mush- publication and report at once any errors. War II military alliance between Polish American history, visit the Polish American Museum’s Internet roomed into an annual event attract- Claims for error adjustment must be made im- Poland and the Soviet Union. site at: PolishAmericanCenter.com. mediately after an advertisement is published. 18 1655. Signing of the Union of ing thousands of pilgrims. Information about ways to celebrate Polish American Heritage Kedainiai, which put Lithuania Even is there is no specifically Month can be obtained by visiting the Polish American Heritage Month SUBSCRIPTIONS under Swedish protection, end- Polish shrine in your area, there Committee’s site at PolishAmericanHeritageMonth.com. Regular First ing Lithuania’s union with Po- may be a Catholic retreat center to On this site you will find a list of “Things To Do During Polish Amer- Mail Class land which as pilgrimage could be orga- ican Heritage Month,” the 2016 coloring contest artwork for schools, UNITED STATES 19 2002. An ailing and aging John nized with Polish hymns and liturgy 1-year $22.00 $35.00 and Heritage Month posters that can be downloaded and printed. Cop- 2-year $41.00 $67.00 Paul II bid a tearful farewell to emphasizing the group’s heritage. If ies of the coloring contest artwork can also be obtained by calling the his homeland as he concluded 3-year $57.00 $96.00 the foot pilgrimage is not an option Heritage Month Committee, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. FOREIGN (except Canada) a four-day visit to the Krakow for whatever reason, a bus trip could region of Poland. and 5:00 p.m. at (215) 922-1700. 1-year $28.00 $46.00 be considered. Stopping for a meal 2-year $52.00 $89.00 21 1907. Birth of Henry Archacki of chance (kobo fortune/wheel of parade moves down Fifth Avenue 3-year $75.00 $132.00 (d. Aug. 13, 1988), notable Pol- in a Polish restaurant (if one is avail- ish graphic artist, journalist, re- able) would help combine spiritual fortune), skill (shooting gallery) or and features colorful floats, march- CANADA searcher, and historian. and physical refreshment. strength. To the latter would belong ing bands, Polish folk dancers, Pol- 1-year NA $46.00 arm-wrestling, tug-o-wars and toss- ish Scouts and other PolAm groups, 2-year NA $89.00 22 1939. Birth of Carl “Yaz” Yas- 3-year NA $132.00 trzemski, Boston Red Sox star. DOŻYNKI — POLISH HARVEST ing contests to see who can throw soccer teams and many other march- 23 1988. Some striking workers in an empty beer barrel, cement block, ers. This year it is taking place on DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTION. Same rate as FEST. Dożynki are held at various “United Statees Regular Mail Rate.” E- Poland ended a walkout that venues across America, wherever sledge hammer or tire the farthest. Sunday, October 2nd. mailed on mailing date. had begun a week earlier, but people of Polish extraction reside. The winners should be awarded It is New York Polonia’s ma- 125 miners barricaded them- DISCOUNTS. For non-profit and orga- They can be outdoor fests or hall- Polish-type prizes. jor annual affair and a full-blown nization subscription discounts, call 1 selves in an underground shaft, type festivities such as harvest balls project requiring regular prepara- (800) 422-1275. vowing to stay until they’d won PUŁASKI DAY. Kazimierz (Casi- tory meetings, the election of a Pa- their demands. or parish suppers. FREE DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR CLERGY, ELECTED OFFICIALS. To 24 ST. BARTHOLOMEW The PolAm Dożynki usually be- mir) Pułaski, a hero of two conti- rade Marshal and Polonian Beauty nents who laid down his life for the Queen. A major Polonian banquet keep elected officials abreast of issues Na Bartłomieja apostoła gins with a Harvest Mass which can affecting the Polish American commu- bocian do drogi dzieci woła be held (weather permitting) on an cause of American independence, is held to mark the occasion. After nity, the Polish American Journal will On St Bartholomew’s storks outdoor stage. The grain, fruit and ranks among America’s best-known the parade is over, family fun is pro- provide free PDF editions of the news- prepare for a journey harvest wreaths are brought to the Polish historical figures. Indicative vided by polka bands, Polish food paper to state- and nationally-elected 26 1906. Albert Bruce Sabin, U.S. altar by folk-costumed worship- of the individualistic Polish national concessions, souvenir stands and officials and government agencies rep- virologist, born in Poland. In character is the fact that he is com- numerous attractions of the folk-fest resenting Polish American communi- ers. A secular harvest ceremony ties. To have your representative placed 1955, he developed an oral vac- involves the presentation of the memorated in different parts of the variety. cine against polio. on this list, please send his or her name, harvest wreath by a group of folk- country on different occasions. Launching a major Pułaski Day address, and email address to info@pol- 28 1996. Agnieszka Kotlarska, As a federal holiday, Pułaski Day parade from scratch in an area amjournal.com. fashion model, was knifed and costumed “harvesters” to the lord is celebrated in October to com- where none has ever been held The diocesan offices of Roman Cath- killed by a thief outside her of the manor. A harvest feast fol- olic, Polish National Catholic, and other home. She was the first Polish lows featuring all the traditional memorate his death at the Battle of would surely be a daunting propo- faiths within Polish American commu- winner of the Miss International Polish comfort foods – boiled pork Savannah in 1779. But in Illinois sition. But that should not mean ig- nities may also request a free PDF sub- beauty pageant in 1991. hocks, kiełbasa, kaszanka (kiszka), and Wisconsin he is remembered on noring the occasion altogether. Far scription at the above email address. 31 1247. Death of Konrad I of gołąbki, flaczki (tripe soup), roast the first Monday of March in honor less effort is required to hold a chil- REFUNDS and CANCELLATIONS. Re- Masovia. bacon and pierogi and cakes such of his birthday in 1745. dren’s essay, art or coloring contests quest for subscription cancellations as placek ze śliwkami (plum cake), But the biggest Pułaski Day pa- or set up a local exhibition devoted must be made by calling (800) 422-1275. This paper mailed on or Refunds will be prorated based on one- sernik and babka. rade has been held annually in New to the Polish general who helped half of the remaining subscription bal- before July 29, 2016. Entertainment may include folk York City on the first Sunday of George Washington win America’s ance plus a $5.00 cancellation fee. There The September 2016 edition song and dance performances as October since 1937. Drawing spec- freedom. A Pułaski Day picnic or is no charge for transferring remaining will be mailed on or before well as social dancing, craft demon- tators from across the Eastern Sea- banquet might also be feasible. subscription balances to new or existing August 1, 2016 accounts. strations, souvenir stands and games board as well as inland America, the continued next month POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016 www.polamjournal.com 3 Heading into the Future with Baltimore’s Polonia by Maksymilian Bondyra U.S.S.R. in 1942 during World War of members. The still-active organi- IN OUR POLISH COMMUNITY online without ever meeting in per- altimore’s Polish community II. These victims who died for sup- zations have a purpose in the Polo- there are many organizations in son. For some this may be the only has been in decline for a few porting a free Poland are honored in nia and they are trying to stay afloat which one could get interested and involvement option available in generations now. With the an annual remembrance that draws as best they can. But don’t think spend some of their free time vol- their communities. But for many Bbaby boomer generation rapidly ag- large attendance locally, and from they are financially unstable. Some unteering. For example, the Polish others there is another option — go ing and declining, the Polish orga- neighboring states, to remember could stay alive for years without Heritage Association of Maryland and meet these people in person nizations in the United States have the horrific event gives scholar- and spend some time together. Talk, been losing members faster than that took place in ships to college listen, help out and make long and they’re acquiring new ones. Even Russia’s Katyn students of Pol- lasting friendships. Making these though the 1980s brought signifi- Forest. ish descent. One friendships is the key to strong cant numbers of Polish immigrants There once could also join Polish communities. We need lots to the Baltimore area, there has not were several Pol- the National of volunteers to keep our Polonia been a sufficient increase of - mem ish churches in Katyn Memo- strong for our kids and for the future berships within the Polish organiza- and around Bal- rial Foundation, generations to come. tions. And this is a downward spiral timore that were which erected an v v v that Polonia must reverse to protect built by the “Old amazing memo- Bondyra can be contacted and expand its heritage and culture. Country” immi- rial in a very at- at [email protected], or at It used to be that the major- grants. The re- tractive part of (410) 458-0308. ity of the Polish immigrants were maining few are our city. And the v v v employed as laborers and factory now faced with Polish Communi- Maksymilian Bondyra, 42, was workers. These days the few that do declining parish- ty Association of born in Lodz, Poland. He is mar- immigrate here are professionals, ioners or have Maryland, which ried and has three children with his and their children receive higher ed- lost their Polish hosts a huge Pol- wife Malgorzata. Maksymilian is a ucation and go on to be employed in identity. Holy ish Festival annu- leader in Baltimore’s Polish com- the corporate world away from their Cross PNCC ally at Timonium munity. In the summer of 2015 he Polish communities and roots. still maintains a Groups — like the adult Ojczyzna Polish Dancers — are key to revitalizing Fairgrounds, is was selected to attend Warsaw’s small presence in Polish American communities by offering face-to-face contact for members always looking School for Leaders of Polish Com- Go and meet these people the historic Fells to talk, listen, and make long and lasting friendships. Strong fraternal, for volunteers. munities Abroad in North America in person and spend some Point area, once religious, social, and political organizations make for a strong Polonia. Additional or- – sponsored by Poland’s Ministry time together. Talk, listen, a thriving strong- ganizations are of Foreign Affairs. With other at- hold of Polonia. Holy Rosary R.C. any new income. But our purpose the Polish National Alliance (PNA) tendees from the United States and help out, and make long Church is the last true Polish speak- is to re-energize these organizations Council 21, which supports the chil- Canada he debated the issues of and lasting friendships. ing parish that is now the center for and have the younger generations dren’s Krakowiaki Dancers, Pol- generational differences and the the greater Polish community. On and the newer Polish immigrants ish language and cooking classes, lack of interest in the Polish orga- Baltimore City’s Polish com- Saturdays there is a children’s Pol- step in and operate these organiza- maintains the Henryk Sienkiewicz nizations in North America. He also munity has contributed to the city’s ish School, which thankfully has tions for many more generations to library and sponsors a soccer team. attended the March 16, 2016 day- architecture by erecting amazing shown an increase in enrollment come. Other active organizations are the long Conference for Young Polonia monuments such as that of Gen. Ka- throughout the last decade. Sun- The adult Ojczyzna Polish Danc- Polish Home Club, where there is a at Poland’s Consulate General in zimierz Pulaski who gave his life to day’s 10:30 a.m. Mass is celebrated ers, for example, was reborn again lot of polka dancing every weekend; New York City, where the topic “Fu- fight for the freedom of the Ameri- in Polish. after being dormant for a decade. the Polish Legion of American Vet- ture of Polish Organization in the can nation. It stands in Patterson Within the Baltimore metro area And even though there are newer erans, which meets monthly at the U.S.” was discussed. Park where it was once surrounded there are but a few remaining Pol- members joining the group more PNA; and the Polish Women’s Alli- Bondyra has been a member of by a vast community of Poles. An- ish organizations. There used to be often than in the past, the number ance of America, where its members various Polish organizations for other amazing monument erected a score and more back in the day. of immigrants doing so is far less are encouraged to participate in Pol- over 20 years, and is currently the in 2000 is the National Katyn Me- Within the few organizations that than the American Polonia. It takes ish activities related to women. president of PNA Council 21 and morial dedicated to the 22,000 Pol- have survived, the members are a special interest and serious com- Lodge 238. He is a dancer in the ish Army officers, leading citizens dwindling, sometimes to less than mitment for one to join a folk dance IN TODAY’S HIGH-TECH adult Ojczyzna Dancers and direc- and intelligentsia, who perished 10, or the organizations are becom- group and many people aren’t that WORLD, most people meet friends tor/choreographer of the children’s in a genocide perpetrated by the ing dormant or disbanding from lack attracted to it. on social media and belong to clubs Krakowiaki Dancers. Consider a Donation to the Polish American Journal Foundation Scholarship Fund BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Polish Factors for Consideration Journal Foundation — and ulti- marked solely for scholarships. community. American Journal Foundation in Order of Importance: mately the Polish American Jour- Please help us help our own For more information, or to make (PAJF) announces the establishment • Demonstrated interest and in- nal — depends on the support it commu­nity. 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BOX 198, BOWMANSVILLE, NY 14026 • There is a $15.00 application fee. fund drive, the Polish American the PAJF, and additional funds ear- 4 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016 Farewell to Ambassador Schnepf and Diplomats Targeted: Polish Communities by Richard Poremski POREMSKI RICHARD PHOTO: continued from cover “The production and distribution of this WASHINGTON, D.C. — Its delivered to homes. According to the lo- and any other similar material is commit- going to be a major changing of cal paper, the Cambridge News, the cards, ting the crime of inciting racial hatred,” the guard at the Embassy of the which had a Polish translation, read: said Detective Superintendent Martin Republic of Poland this summer, “Leave the EU/No more Polish vermin.” Brunning in a statement. when six diplomats will complete The Polish embassy said in a statement: London was home to the Polish-Gov- their respective years-long tours of “We are shocked and deeply concerned by ernment-In-Exile during World War II. duty and will depart to Warsaw for the recent incidents of xenophobic abuse The No. 303 (“Kościuszko”) Polish Fight- reassignment. Among those leaving directed against the Polish community and er Squadron was one of 16 Polish squad- are: Ambassador Ryszard Schnepf; other UK residents of migrant heritage. rons in the Royal Air Force (RAF) during Vice-Consul Ewa Pietrasienska; Immigration emerged as one of the key the Second World War. It was the highest her husband Dr. Pawel Pietrasien- themes of the EU referendum campaign, scoring of the Hurricane squadrons during ski – Head of the Trade and Invest- with those who backed a British exit ar- the Battle of Britain. ment Section; Consul General Piotr guing the bloc had allowed uncontrolled — compiled from Reuters, AP, and Konowrocki and his wife Consular numbers of migrants to come to Britain BBC reports Officer Julia Konowrocka. Com- from Eastern Europe. manding Military Attaché Briga- dier General Jaroslaw Strozyk was NATO Breakthrough reassigned back to Poland two Ambassador Ryszard and Mrs. Dorota Schnepf, with their continued from cover (Independent Gazette) warned of NATO’s months ago. children Maksymilian and Antonia, at a reception given on summed up by its Foreign Minister Witold alleged “plans for further confrontation their behalf hosted by the Kosciuszko Foundation at its Third The diplomats were honored Waszczykowski who called 1999, the year with Russia and eastward expansion.” Annual Polish Day festivities. Other departing diplomats pres- during a reception at the Kosciusz- Poland joined NATO “a milestone in Pol- Russia’s aggression in Crimea and east- ent were also feted. ko Foundation, July 2, 2016, under ish history.” He added: “We had a dream ern Ukraine has clearly revised the previ- the auspices of Director Basia Ber- Section was cited for the growing economic ties that one day NATO troops would be pres- ously pro-Moscow orientation of Obama, nhardt. Over 80 persons were in attendance. Due with the U.S. over the past few years. “Our Con- ent in Poland. Today this dream has be- who scrapped the Bush-era missile-shield to the unexpected absence of the pianist, Gen- sular Section gave much help to those in need come a reality” project in Poland so as not to offend the eral Edward Rowny played the Polish national and in times of crisis.” Addressing the audience, But the Warsaw Summit’s decision fell Kremlin, called Putin “a true democrat” anthem on his trustworthy harmonica. Heartfelt Schnepf said “with your help we promoted and somewhat short of Polish hopes for per- and tried to warm relations with Mos- testimonials were voiced about the ambassador developed cultural ties across the U.S.” manent NATO bases in Poland. The Al- cow. Now he supports continued sanc- and the supportive staff. Poetic and theatrical vignettes were performed in Polish by talented “My biggest disappointment was the failure liance had to bow to pressure from those tions against Russia and describes Poland admirers. Standard and unique remembrance of getting Poland admitted into the Visa Waiver NATO countries for whom such victims as “one of the pillars of NATO’s eastern gifts were dispensed — one given in good fun Program despite our coordinated efforts with Pol- of Russian aggression as Ukraine and flank.” He also thanked Poland for assist- was a decorative witch’s broom – and much ap- ish Americans and intense lobbying on Capitol Georgia are remote hinterlands or fear that ing and supporting Ukraine. preciated by the recipient with a big laugh. Polish Hill,” said Schnepf. “Polish Americans must be- excessively antagonizing Moscow would The two-day Warsaw Summit — held Embassy Chef Andrzej Bielach prepared a Polish come even more vocal in attaining those things be “bad for business.” Hence, the formula in Warsaw’s ultra-modern (and turned into buffet enjoyed by all. important to Poland. Young Polish Americans “rotational troop presence” rather than an impregnable fortress) National Stadium “permanent bases” was used. — also deliberated over such matters as Ambassador Schnepf began his moving fare- must rise to become Congressmen and Senators That compromise was lost on the the refugee crisis, the ISIS threat, and the well speech by thanking “everyone for coming to — we must become engaged and not remain si- Kremlin, whose officials accused NATO war in Syria. It agreed on aid packages for say goodbye to us,” with his eyes visibly welling lent.” up. He thanked his staff “for a job well done in of trying to “revive the Cold War.” Rus- Afghanistan and Ukraine. Outgoing Brit- The ambassador concluded his remarks than accomplishing the diplomatic goals of Poland, sian newspapers published such headlines ish Prime Minister David Cameron said and cementing the good ties between Poland and thanking “all for the support you gave to our Em- as “anti-Russian agenda” and “anti-Rus- Brexit would not cause the UK to turn its the United States.” The Trade and Investment bassy,” and said he hopes to see all in Poland. sian hysteria.” “Nezavisimaya Gazeta” back on NATO. Catholic League Appeal: “The Love Of Christ Impels Us” by Msgr. Matthew Kopacz cannot be evaluated in dollars alone alone knew how far-sighted this ef- The Buffalo diocese Diocesan Coordinator or weighed by any material instru- fort would be when a son of Poland family has always been Catholic League ment. would be elected as successor of the compassionate, gen- Once again Following World War II, after Apostle Peter. erous and supportive. we reflect upon churches were re-built and tons of The Catholic League has been Thank you and God our concerns supplies were shipped to Poland, showered with accolades of praise Bless you. Like Simon for the Catholic the inspired wisdom of the great for its accomplishment in charity: of Cyrene, we continue Church in Po- Primate Stefan Cardinal Wyszyn- • Samuel Cardinal Stritch (Chi- to have tremendous land. Through ski pleaded with the Polish hierar- cago): “In my judgment this char- moral significance, con- the seventy- chy in the United States: “Help us ity has been so outstanding an act veying consolation and three years to train and educate priests to be of virtue that it has brought honor encouragement. history of the enlightened leaders and teachers in to all of us in the United States.” As we get closer to Catholic League the ways of truth and faith.” He then • Stefan Cardinal Wyszynski (Po- a diamond anniversary Organization, hopefully entrusted to their care and land): “Whenever I offer the Su- of the Catholic League much has been mission the support of the Polish preme Sacrifice vested in the- li we concentrate on its accomplished Pontifical Institute and Polish Pon- turgical vestments received from The Catholic League helps keep open the present strengthening MSGR.KOPACZ in charity which tifical College, both in Rome. God the Catholic League, whenever Polish Pontifical College and the Polish and plan for the future. Pontifical Institute, both in Rome I hold in my hands your chalice, Recalling the zeal, dedi- 2016 CATHOLIC LEAGUE APPEAL my mind and heart turn to you in • Bishop Edward Head (Buffalo): cation and strong drive America ever conscious of our “By your generosity, support and of the Leagues pioneer leaders let “LIGA KATOLICKA” unity in the mutual love of Christ prayers, you, the members of us continue with the same spirit in RELIGIOUS ASSISTANCE TO POLAND the High Priest.” the Catholic League have kept helping to meet the present needs • John Cardinal Krol (Philadel- the spirit of Poland alive. You of the Church in Poland. Our ex- Your contribution will fund: phia): “The Catholic Church in have stood in solidarity with the ample of generosity will influence • PONTIFICAL INSTITUTE IN ROME Poland continues to amaze the people of Poland in their love and inspire younger generations of • PONTIFICAL COLLEGE IN ROME world. Not only is it vigorous in of freedom, in their dignity as Catholics. Each generation adds to • PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PRIESTS faith and works in Poland but be- human beings, in their lives as the fruitfulness of the previous. • STRENGTHEN EVANGELIZATION, cause of the increasing vocations, members of the Catholic faith.” The Buffalo diocese 2016 Cath- FAMILY LIFE it has strengthened the Church olic League Appeal takes place • ASSIST CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS universal by sending hundreds of As “Church,” we should con- throughout the month of August tinue to assist, stand alongside with “I implore you: remain faithful to this heritage ... Intensify this missionaries... credit is due also giving the opportunity to make a heritage! Impart it to the next generation.” to the Catholic League which in our sisters and brothers in need — in contribution. The young, energetic — Pope John Paul II no small measure has helped the Poland as well as those in troubled priests at the Institute and College Church in Poland.” countries. in Rome are grateful for the scholar- ships for higher studies you provide MY GIFT THIS YEAR IS IN MEMORY OF: through the Catholic League. Pastors, parish administrators are encouraged to have this second col- q $100 q $50 q $25 q other lection. An appropriate time would be the weekend of August 20-21, NAME prior to the feast of Our Lady of ADDRESS Czestochowa, August 26. Contri- butions may also be forwarded to: CITY STATE ZIP Catholic League, 160 Cable Street, Buffalo, New York 14206. 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An American Face in Polish Politics RELIGION / Benjamin Fiore, S.J. Bishop Zubik and Gun Control Noting the as if we invented marriage. Prior tion at the seminary, a job he retains horror of gun to his ordination as bishop, Bishop as he engages in his new position violence in Or- Konderla served for 15 years as which will have him work with the PHOTO: RICHARD POREMSKI lando, Charles- campus minister in Texas. He sug- diaconal and lay ministry formation ton, Wilkins- gested that his lengthy experience programs. burg, Pa., and with youth ministry was the reason other locations, Pope Francis named him a bishop. PRIESTS AS ARMED FORCES Bishop David CHAPLAINS. Fr. Lukasz J. Wil- A. Zubik (right) CATHOLIC LEAGUE COLLEC- lenberg, a 34-year-old Polish im- of the RC Dio- TION. The Catholic League migrant, accompanies U.S. Army cese of Pittsburgh called on legis- for Religious Assistance to the paratroopers in their military exer- lators to make it “more difficult for Church in Poland, taken up in the cises at Fort Bragg, in Fayetteville, criminals, terrorists and those with Buffalo RC Diocese since 1943, N.C. He views his chaplaincy as a dangerously impaired moral reason- aims to support Church organiza- way of fulfilling Pope Francis’ call ing to make their point with a gun.” tions & institutions, hospitals and to priests to get out of their rectories Background checks for all gun construction projects. In return, Pol- and smell like the sheep. The cur- purchases, limited access to high- ish dioceses have been generous in rent 214 Catholic chaplains serious- capacity weapons and ammunition releasing seminarians and priests ly limits the ability to offer Catholic magazines, making gun trafficking a for ministry in U.S. dioceses. services to Catholic military person- federal crime, banning gun purchase nel. for those on “no-fly” lists, he says, STO LAT TO … Michael Ruszala will not eliminate crime but will on receiving the Christian Service ST. JOHN PAUL II’S RELIC MINISTER/SENATOR ANNA MARIA ANDERS (right) is welcomed by “limit the damage, enable the pros- Award from Buffalo, N.Y.’s Canisius BROUGHT TO DUNKIRK, N.Y. members of the Washington Metropolitan Area Division of the Polish ecution of perpetrators and make a College Sodality of Our Lady. The , a Polish native cur- American Congress. She addressed Poland’s strategic and defense in- Fr. Matt Nycz statement about values in our soci- adjunct lecturer on religious stud- rently serving in the RC Diocese of terests, its government’s current policies, as well as recounting her life’s ety.” ies at Niagara University has writ- Buffalo, led a pilgrimage to Poland fascinating journey. ten widely on Pope Francis, Padre “Following the footsteps of Pol- by Richard Poremski • “The recent UK vote (“Brexit”) BEATIFICATION PROCESS AD- Pio, David and the psalms, and the ish Saints of Mercy” at the end of SILVER SPRING, Md. — Po- to exit the European Union (EU) VANCES IN POLAND. The di- life and times of Jesus … Robert A. which he was presented with a relic land’s Minister Anna Maria Anders is not good for the UK or Poland, ocesan stage of Fr. Piotr Skarga, Wozniak on being appointed vice- of blood-stained cloth from St. John allotted time to meet with the area’s especially since 800,000 Poles S.J.’s beatification process ended in rector at Christ the King Seminary Paul II’s cassock. The relic will be Polonia on June 21, 2016 at the be- now reside in the UK and their Kraków and the documentation was in East aurora, N.Y. He had served kept for veneration in Blessed Mary hest of the Polish American Con- residency status could be chal- sent on to the Vatican. Fr. Skarga as director of seminarian forma- Angela Parish in Dunkirk, N.Y. gress – Washington Metropolitan lenged …” (1536-1612) was a Polish Jesuit and Area Division, and its president, Su- • “The present Polish government one of the leaders of the Counter- sanne Lotarski. Two score of attend- is frustrated with the very bureau- Reformation in the Polish-Lithua- “Sto Lat” Birthday and ees were present, including DCM cratic and dictatorial actions of nian Commonwealth. He is credited Maciej Pisarski from the Polish the EU via its European Parlia- with advancing the return of Poland “Jak Siẹ Masz?” Note Cards Embassy. Minister Anders was in ment that imposes itself into the to Catholicism from Lutheranism. Washington to meet with members internal affairs of Poland …” of Congress, attend foundations, • “Poland has been attacked — and ARCHBISHOP CHALLENGES and visit think tanks to lobby for even labeled racist — for not HOUSE. Archbishop Thomas the multiple interests of Poland, its wanting to take in the Middle Wenski of Miami chairs the bish- present government, and business East migrants now flooding into ops’ Committee on Domestic Jus- interests for her senatorial district in Europe. Poland’s nascent ‘Poles tice and Human Development and northeast Poland. in the East’ program wants to re- has called on the House of Repre- Anders is secretary of state in the patriate the tens-of-thousands of sentatives to engage in bi-partisan Office of Prime Minister Szydlo and Poles (and also their non-Polish work to address people in need and the Plenipotentiary of the President speaking descendants) who were to give them priority in policymak- of the Council of Ministers for In- exiled to the East by the USSR ing. He was reacting to the House ternational Dialogue. In March, she during World War II, especially Task Force’s document on Poverty, was elected senator from the stra- to Kazakhstan. Poles stranded in Opportunity, and Upward Mobility. tegically and militarily important Lithuania are also purposed. Last Effective programs for job training, northeast region of Poland border- year 300,000 Ukrainians came to the availability of good paying jobs, ing Belarus, centering on the city of Poland and are integrating …” access to nutritious food for people Suwalki. • “The American and worldwide of all ages, and the obstacles to up- CARD 402 — “Sto lat.” (“Happy CARD 403 — “Jak Się Masz?” The daughter of Poland’s re- Polonia are very important, not ward mobility and the root causes Birthday — May you live 100 5½¨x4¼¨ “Jak się masz?” — This nowned General Wladyslaw Anders just culturally, because they can of poverty are some of the issues he years”) 4¼¨x5½¨ Full color de- good-natured Polish expression and national treasure actress/singer make investments in depressed ar- advanced. sign with poppy, “Sto lat” lyrics of greeting and expression of Irena “Renata” Bogdanska, Anna eas of Poland to give those Poles in Polish and English, and role of good will can be heard when Anders was born (1950) and educat- a better life with more meaningful NEW BISHOP ADVOCATE FOR poppy in Polish culture. Inside friends, neighbors, and fam- ed in England. She graduated from opportunities.” CATHOLIC TEACHING. Bishop left blank for personalization. ily meet. From “How have you the University of Bristol and earned During a question-and-answer David Konderla, recently ordained Printed on 4-1/4 x 5-1/2 glossy been” and “How’s everything?” an MBA from Boston University. period, the audience posed ques- for service in the Tulsa, Oklahoma stock. to “How do you do?” a lot of Anders still maintains a home in tions on subjects germane to Po- RC Diocese, has worked for 19 • 75¢ each questions are packed into these Boston and lived there with her late land’s present political, geopo- years in post-abortion ministry and three little words. husband Robert Costa, a colonel litical, economic, and educational/ with Courage, the Catholic Church’s • 10-pack $6.00 Full color design with in the U.S. Army, in which her son academic situations. The dialog was apostolate ministering to people • 50 or more 50¢ each “dziewięćsil” (Alpine Everlast- Robert now also serves. enlightening, and at times, partici- with same-sex attraction. “It is a ing Thistle Flower), the card SHIPPING Her book, Corka generala i pio- pants engaged in feisty repartee. dangerous idea that a woman has comes with a blank inside for senkarki (The general’s daughter 1-10 cards...... $3.50 Anders is a member of the con- the right to take the life of her un- 11-20 cards...... $4.50 personalization. Printed on and singer) was published last year servative Law and Justice party, born child,” he declared in the Tul- 21 or more...... $5.95 4-1/4 x 5-1/2 glossy stock. Ideal in Warsaw. Anders’s seemingly bor- which in May 2015 delivered a stun- sa World newspaper. He also said, ENVELOPES INCLUDED “Money Card” for gifts, etc. derless life is proving to be a very ning upset election victory over the “Marriage is under assault by a gen- interesting one encompassing Eng- liberal Civic Platform party, which der ideology that wants to say we DESIGNED BY Send to: Polish American Journal POPPYFIELD land (UK), the United States and ruled for the previous nine years. can make marriage what we want, P.O. Box 271, N. Boston, NY 14110-0271 PRESS now Poland – holding citizenship in The political and legal reverbera- each country. tions are still ongoing in Poland. A sampling of Minister Anders Anders represented, projected, and TWO TRAINS FROM POLAND comments from the meeting are as defended her party and its policies A Journey in History and of the Human Spirit follows: in a confident and friendly manner. midnight knock at her door changed everything for 6-year- old Krystyna Sklenarz. In the middle of the night, the KGB MODLITWY A deported her family from Poland to Siberia. She experienced two years there, and faced starvation, typhus, an opium den, being PUBLICATION OF PRAYERS. The Polish American Journal gladly accepts prayers ads for publication. They must be received by the 10th of each month, prior to the month of publication, and must be torpedoed, and living through the Nazi Blitz in the London subway. pre-paid at the cost of $15.00 each, which can be paid by check or charge. If you have any questions Through it all, Krystyna refused to give up. This is her journey from regarding this policy, please call 1 (800) 422-1275 or (716) 312-8088. Siberia to her entrance into medical school at only 17. THANKSGIVING PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT. Father, as a Church Family, we are grateful to You Dr. Krystyna M. Sklenarz was a psychiatrist trained at the for sealing us with the promise of Your Holy Spirit. 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On Oc- Penderecki: The Polish Musician in teenth century, Polish musicians the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, tober 4, 1931 the Polish Veterans Philadelphia by Paul Krzywicki is were immigrating in droves to the and parades of active duty, person- Home Post 3 building was formally available from Amazon.com United States. Some ended up in al, and veteran organizations. Two dedicated. The home was the cul- Philadelphia, forever altering the culture within. These musicians who About the author. Born and infl uenced the Pennsylvanian city as raised in Philadelphia, Paul Krzy- well as two of Philadelphia’s musi- wicki earned both Bachelor’s and cal institutions are profi led in From Master’s degrees from Indiana Uni- Paderewski to Penderecki: The Pol- piano department. Later he became versity. He played the tuba in the ish Musician in Philadelphia. the director of the institute. Cambridge Brass Quintet of Bos- The history of the Curtis Insti- Another notable personage was ton, the Portland Symphony, and the tute of Music and the Philadelphia Marcella Sembrich who rose from Boston Ballet. He also held a posi- Orchestra are presented, as are the poverty in Galicia and learned to tion with the Buff alo Philharmonic biographies of those involved. One play the piano and violin as a child. and was an assistant professor at such person was Jozef Hoff man. She took voice lessons and at the Youngstown State University. He Hoff man was born near Krakow in young age of nineteen began per- spent 33 years as a member of the 1877 and was taught by his musical- forming in operas. In the States, Philadelphia Orchestra. In 1972, the ly-accomplished father. A prodigy Sembrich sang 55 performances in same year Kryzywicki joined the in music, he was also mechanically just one opera season. She later be- Philadelphia Orchestra he became inclined. As a child he toured Eu- came head of the opera departments a teacher at the Curtis Institute. His rope playing the piano with philhar- at the New York’s Institute of Musi- wife Joan Grahek Krzywicki is also monic orchestras. He was hired by cal Art and the Curtis Institute. an accomplished musician, lecturer, the Curtis Institute to be head of the Approximately 200 Polish musi- and teacher. American Chapel at HAVE YOU HEARD? / Robert Strybel John Paul II Sanctuary POLAND BY ANY OTHER NAME. tanks and rocket launchers were dis- in Kraków played at NATO Picnics around the The word “Poland” is widely be- KRAKOW — An American cha- country, where people could also lieved to have been derived from pel has been dedicated at the John sample Poland’s iconic “żołnierska the Polanie, the West Slavic tribe Paul II Sanctuary in the southern grochówka,” stick-to-the-ribs pea Members of Post 3 standing in front of their home in 1947. that became the nucleus of the Pol- Polish city of Kraków at a ceremo- ish nation. It come from the Polish soup. ny offi ciated by Archbishop John weeks before the battle and a fi fth mination of 10 years of work by the word “pole” (fi eld), as the Polanie Myers of the Newark Archdiocese, of the world away, another historic veterans. From this headquarters were largely fi eld-dwellers. EUROPE’S LARGEST BRICK New Jersey. event was happening in Milwaukee, Post 3, as well as Auxiliary Post 1 In other Slavic tongues it is Pol- CHURCH. The Basilica of the As- The chapel is a donation from Wisconsin with the formation of the of Veterans Post 3, would visit sick sko (Czech and Slovak), Pòlskô sumption of the Blessed Virgin members of the Polish community Polish Army Veterans Association and homebound vets, raise money (Kashubian), Poljska (Croatian Mary in the Baltic Port of Gdańsk is in the United States and a group of of America Post 3. for veterans’ families and host clubs and Slovenian) Польша/Pol’sha Europe’s largest brick church. Built benefactors in the U.S. The mosaics On July 30, 1920 Bronislaw and organizations. Dinners were (Russian) and Польща/Pol’shcha in the Gothic style over a 142-year in the chapel have been designed “Barney” F. Spott, a veteran of held at the home, which included a (Ukrainian). period (1346-1506), the structure by acclaimed Slovenian-born Jesuit Haller’s Army, held a rally at the March 1934 banquet held for visit- Polonia is the term for Poland in dominates the Gdańsk cityscape. artist Marko Rupnik. South Side Armory with the desire ing dignitary, General Jozef Haller. the Romance language (the French The imposing edifi ce measures The main wall features a picture to form a veterans organization. The post-war era saw a swell- spell it Pologne) and Polen in Ger- 364 feet in length and is 217 feet of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the pa- The men gathered agreed to form ing in membership with the infl ux man and the Scandinavian tongues. wide at the transept. troness of the two Americas, as well a group and elected Anton Leszc- of World War II veterans and sons Popularly referred to as the Ba- as images of St Peter’s Basilica in zynski as commandant, Zygmunt and daughters of older veterans NATO – TALKS, FLY-PAST, zylika Mariacka (Marian Basilica), the Vatican and of the Basilica of the Woldanski as vice commandant and were allowed to participate in the TANKS AND PEA SOUP. Held in it can accommodate a congregation Sacred Heart of Jesus in Newark. Spott as adjutant. Less than a year Post. From the 1950s to the 1980s, July 2016 in Warsaw, the biggest of some 20,000 worshipers. The American Chapel also con- later, member Joseph Karas traveled the Polish Army Veterans Associa- NATO summit ever pledged to beef tains a case with the blood-stained to Cleveland, and with like-minded tion was still very active in Milwau- up the alliance’s eastern fl ank to cassock which Polish-born Pope organizations from across the coun- kee’s Polonia. As the voices around deter potential Russian aggression. HELP WANTED John Paul II wore during the assas- try, established the Polish Army the neighborhood transitioned from It included an aerial parade of 30 sination attempt on his life on 13 Veterans Association of America in Polish to Spanish and membership jet fi ghters zooming over the city SALES May 1981. May of 1921. declined, Post 3 was sold. Earn extra income as a subscrip- and leaving trails of white and red Cardinal Stanisław Dziwisz of Even without a home, Post 3 tion sales agent for the Polish ONE OF THE FIRST smoke. Military hardware such as Kraków, who served as John Paul undertakings remained dedicated to Polonia. In American Journal. Commissions II’s personal secretary, thanked the following the formation of the Post 2009, Post 3 still existed on paper, paid on each new print and digital American donors for the gift. was the selling of bonds to raise but it hasn’t held any activities and subscription. “Let this chapel be a reminder of money for the newly-freed Poland. may not even have any members. Poland’s bonds with America. Let In the fi rst years of the campaign the The Polish Army Veterans’ former Work from home at your own it inspire us to further develop our veterans sold over $50,000 worth home at 1629 South 10th Street has pace. Word or XLS experience links with the American nation and of bonds. 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HAPPENINGS: CHICAGO STYLE / Geraldine Balut Coleman Chicago’s Polish Population Change CHICAGO — Chicago has been nationality. and teachers taking jobs in schools were 18 Polish Saturday Schools, Zrzeszenie Nauczyieli Polskich w called the home to the largest Pol- Here are a few examples of Pol- outside of Chicago. with 130 teachers and 3000 students. Ameryce). The PTAA, founded in ish population outside of Warsaw. ish population decreases on Chica- Today, the CPS problems mean By 2000, the number increased to 1962, provides the same curricu- However, if you consider a larger go’s Northwest Side: that families who can, are moving 27 Polish language schools with lum and textbooks and co-organizes Polish population outside of War- According to that 2000 U. S. out of Chicago to the suburbs. This 608 teachers and 12,658 students. graduation ceremonies, proms, and saw, Łódź and Wrocław each has a Census and comparing it with the includes African Americans and Ten schools were located on the various competitions for Polish larger population than Chicago. estimates of 2014, we find that those of Hispanic heritage, as well. Northwest Side of Chicago, and school students. It also enhances A quick search of the U.S. Cen- Chicago’s Belmont Cragin Polish Moving to greener pastures has al- eight were in the northwest suburbs. teaching methods for its teachers sus American Fact Finder reveals neighborhood decreased by 55%, ways been a trend among many The nine remaining schools were through seminars and workshops. that, as of 2014, the City of Chicago (from 12,219 to 5,481); Norwood ethnic groups, but there is another either located in Chicago’s South Has Chicago been abandoned? also is now behind New York City Park decreased by 14%, (10,997 to reason why Poles have left Chi- Side or the south suburbs. However, Not really. For those who live in the in its Polish ancestral population. 9,423); Dunning decreased by 20%, cago. A significant number of Poles in 2015, fifteen years later, the num- suburbs, there are frequent trips into That fact finder search puts Chi- (15,216 to 12,158); and Portage from Chicago have moved back to ber of schools doubled, with more Chicago. On weekends, many Pol- cago Polish ancestral population at Park decreased by 41% (20, 854 to Poland, with its citizens having op- than 54 Polish language schools of ish families drive into the “historic” approximately 150,000 and New 12,242). portunities to travel freely and ob- which 55% are located throughout Polish neighborhoods of their child- York’s at about 205,000. But when Gone are the days when schools tain jobs in other European Union the northwest and south suburbs, hood to attend Polish masses at such you look at historic census data, it’s in the city of Chicago were filled countries. 28% on Chicago’s Northwest Side churches as St. Hyacinth Basilica, clear that New York City “passed” with Polish American and Polish What segment of Polonia is striv- and South Side, and 17% in cities Holy Trinity, Five Holy Martyrs, or Chicago much earlier than 2007. immigrant children. With numer- ing to keep the Polish population outside the metro-Chicago area. St. Mary of Częstochowa followed Are Chicago Polish neighborhoods ous Catholic schools being closed, together? A significant factor is the Today, these schools have grown by visits to the still-thriving Polish disappearing? many that once were filled with growth of Polish language schools, to 800 teachers and approximately delicatessens, shops, and restau- Using Chicago’s Northwest Side Polish-speaking children, are now aka “Polish Saturday Schools.” 16,500 students. An additional 200 rants. as an example, and using the 2000 non-existent. They appear to be the cornerstone teachers, through the auspices of As long as Chicago’s Polish U.S. Census Data and 2014/2015 Many Polish families are con- of Chicago’s Polish culture and lan- the Archdiocese of Chicago, teach Americans maintain a cultural com- population estimates, there has been cerned about the Chicago Public guage. The Polish language is no religion classes in some Polish mitment, they will continue to work an approximately 31% decrease in Schools (CPS), which, due to the longer taught in parochial or public language schools. The schools are as advocates for their children, es- population among those who iden- city’s political turmoil, has seen schools in the City of Chicago or its supervised by the Polish Teachers pecially for a Polish cultural experi- tify themselves as being of Polish many qualified school principals surrounding suburbs. In 1983, there Association of America, (PTAA / ence no matter where they live.

MUSIC “The Sixteen” PHOTO: ALICIA OTAP

PHOTO: MARY SRODON Record Third CD PHOTO: KONRAD ZIELINSKI in Polish Series

Dr. Filus, Professor Alojzy Z. Nowak (UW Vice Rector of Research), and Dr. Jarczewska. national cooperative center based at NEIU. LONDON — The Sixteen, the The goal of PEACER, also U.K.-based choir and period instru- known as The Center, is to imple- ment orchestra founded by Harry McAuliffe, Cieslik, Komosa, and Matuszczak. Rusiecki, Schack, Kaczka, and Quelle. ment new and innovative transat- Christophers, has released a new lantic scientific and cultural projects volume in its highly acclaimed Pol- FLAG DAY CELEBRATED. The between the Republic of Poland and cesses of the 1991 Treaty was the between the United States and Po- ish series. Polish National Alliance (PNA) the Federal Republic of Germany rapprochement between Poland and land. The creation of the PEACER It features music of Italian com- commemorated Flag Day on June in Bonn, Germany. This treaty pro- Germany and a breakthrough of re- Center was the result of efforts of the posers working in the Polish court 14 by conducting a flag raising cere- vided a foundation for a close and unification in light of the suffering Chicago Chapter of the Kościuszko during the reign of Sigismund III mony at its Chicago office. This was solid partnership between Poland of Poles under the Nazi occupation. Foundation. Dr. Lidia Filus, chair Vasa (1587-1632). to honor the U.S. flag, symbol of and Germany. Both consuls pointed out that the of NEIU’s Mathematics Depart- The king brought in several our country since 1777. Hosting this The Polish Consulate in Chicago growing cooperation of Poles and ment, and Dr. Aleksandra Jarcze- prominent Italian musicians to his event was Charles Komosa, vice hosted an anniversary celebration Germans has been accompanied by wska of the IIR of UW will co-chair court, including Luca Marenzio, president of the PNA. Three United of the treaty on June 8, 2016. Rep- ever-growing economic advantages. The Center. Asprillo Pacelli, and Vincenzo Ber- States veterans proudly raised the resentatives from both the Polish Currently, Germany is the biggest Thus far, The Center has helped tolusi. flags of the United States, Poland, American and German American importer of Polish goods. During organize a lecture on Polish culture Their arrival heralded a new and the PNA. They were Romuald communities, as well as members the last 25 years, there has been a for students at NEIU, and will co- dawn for sacred music in Poland. Matuszczak, staff sergeant, USMC, of the international community, dynamic growth of trade between sponsor an International Confer- The CD, entitled “Helper and World War II; Richard Piasecki, including the Chicago Consular both countries. ence on Risk Analysis to be held in Protector,” and released on the en- U.S. Army, corporal, Korean War; Corps, and representatives of Il- This gathering would not have Warsaw in May 2017. Additionally, semble’s own label Coro, includes and John Wantuch, master ser- linois, Chicago, and Cook County been complete without a special PEACER is taking the initiative in the premiere recording of Maren- geant, U.S. Air Force. There was a administrations, were in attendance. musical program that featured a organizing an interdisciplinary and zio’s Missa super Iniquos odio ha- moment of silence and the playing Robert Rusiecki, consul of the concert by the Polish-German duet international conference to be held bui, Pacelli’s Beati estis and Ber- of military taps in memory of those Republic of Poland, and Herbert Duo Artus, with Krzysztof Kaczka in the fall of 2017 to mark the 150th tolusi’s Ave verum corpus. who sacrificed their lives defending Quelle, consul general of the Feder- (flute) and Perry Schack (guitar), anniversary of the birth of Maria Eamonn Dougan is the conduc- our country. The ceremony closed al Republic of Germany, offered re- playing pieces by Fryderyk Chopin, Curie-Skłodowska. There are also tor. with the singing of “God Bless marks. Consul Rusiecki emphasized Johann Sebastian Bach, Wilhelm plans to hold mathematics competi- Previous CDs recorded by The America.” The PNA then invited that a need for a Polish-German Gabrielski, Zbigniew Bargielski, tions and workshops for high school Sixteen in the series featured works guests to a Polish-style luncheon in- agreement arose from the brutal in- and Heinrich Marschner. and university students, as well as by Bartłomiej Pękiel (b. ? - 1670) side its headquarters. vasion and occupation of Poland by The Polish Consulate concluded study visits to the United States and and Grzegorz Gerwazy Gorczycki In addition to members of the Nazi Germany. Mr. Rusiecki also the ceremony by inviting guests Poland. (1665-1734). Polish American community, guests reminded everyone about the letter to watch a special video promot- included State Senator John G. Mul- of Polish Bishops to the German ing World Youth Days. The video roe, State Representative Michael P. Episcopate containing the already featured Agata Kornhauser-Duda, Sat., Sept. 17, 2016 McAuliffe, the Honorable Dorothy famous phrase “we forgive and we Poland’s First Lady, as she sent a The Falls Golf Club Brown, clerk of the Circuit County ask for forgiveness.” The letter, sent German language invitation to all to O’Fallon, Missouri of Cook County, John Cieslik rep- in November 1965, on the eve of attend this July event in Kraków. 636-240-GOLF the Millennium of Poland’s Christi- resenting Illinois Comptroller, Les- $100 per player includes golf, lie Geissler Munger, and Margaret anity, turned out to be a milestone PEACER INITIATIVE: UNIVER- dinner, beer/soda, on course, and awards Laurino, 39th Ward alderman. gesture that paved the way for the SITY OF WARSAW AND NEIU. 1991 Treaty. It has been considered Northeastern Illinois University To register or for more 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF 1991 an act of reconciliation that helped (NEIU) and the Institute of Inter- information, contact: TREATY CELEBRATED. On June both countries overcome divisions national Relations (IIR) of the Uni- to benefit the Jim Nowogrocki 17, 1991, a treaty of good neighbor- and helped initiate the building of a versity of Warsaw (UW) announced 1015 Locust, Suite 400 ly relations and friendly coopera- new Europe. the creation of PEACER (Polish and Polish Heritage Center at St. Stanislaus Church St. Louis, MO 63101 tion, Traktat o Dobrym Sąsiedztwie Consul General Quelle reiter- European Academic Center for Ex- (314) 922-7657 i Przyjaznej Współpracy, was signed ated that among the undisputed suc- change and Research), a new inter- St. Louis, Missouri POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016 www.polamjournal.com 9 Lt. Col. Czekanski Named Commander POLONIA OF THE EASTERN GREAT LAKES / Michael Pietruszka BUFFALO — Lt. Col. Adam Czekanski, a native of Sheridan, N.Y., is the new See You on WNY’s Polonia Trail commander of BUFFALO, N.Y. — The WNY dent), Ed Reska (vice-president), mony Polish Folk Ensemble, was will perform at the 5th Annual Ger- the U.S. Army Division of the Polish American Mary Jane Wajmer (treasurer) and held in Cheektowaga Town Park the man-Polish Celebration at Spring Corps of Engi- Congress and Permanent Chair Tom Zawadzki (secretary) ... The weekend of July 14th through 17th. Garden Park in East Aurora ... It neers’ Buff alo of Polish Culture at Canisius Col- Brampton, Ontario International The 78th Annual General Pulaski has been announced that there will District. Cze- lege’s latest collaboration, the Villages Cultural Festival included Association Parade was the high- be no Owl Family Picnic this year kanski became WNY Polonia Trail, is dedicated a Polish Polonaise Village and a light of the festival. ... The annual Polish Pilgrimage to the 73rd head to showcasing signifi cant historic Polish Warszawa Village from The Buff alo Touch performed Midland, Ontario will be held, Aug. of the district sites throughout Western New York July 6th through July 9th ... On July at the St. John’s Polka Mass and 14 ... Annunciation Parish in Elma during a formal that have signifi cance to the Polish 9th and 10th, the annual “Podhale Lawn Fete in Alden on the 16th ... will hold its annual picnic, featuring change of com- American community. The Polonia Piknik” was held at the Podhale The Buff alo Polka Boosters held music by the Knewz, on the parish mand ceremony Trail enables individuals to physi- Parents and Youth Association’s its annual picnic on July 24th ... grounds the weekend of Aug. 19-21. aboard the USS cally or virtually explore architec- campgrounds in Franklinville, and Also on July 24th, Polish pianist The WNY Division of the Pol- Little Rock at ture, clubs, meetinghouses. church- the Dave Gawronski Band played Igor Lipinski performed with the ish American Congress will host the Buff alo and Erie County Naval es, cemeteries, and other places that at a Polish American Folk Mass at Buff alo Philharmonic Orchestra its fi rst Polonia Picnic, a free event and Military Park in the Queen City. fi gured prominently within Western Immaculate Conception Church in at Artpark in Lewiston ... Jim La- for individual and organizational His deployments include two New York’s Polish American Com- Eden. wicki, president of the WNY Divi- members of the Division, at Como tours in Afghanistan in support of munity and learn about the people A new Polish restaurant, the sion of the Polish American Con- Lake Park in Lancaster, Aug. 21 ... Operation Enduring Freedom and who shaped it. Further, it allows Polka Bistro Cafe, recently opened gress (PAC), visited Rzeszow July The White Eagle Polish Song and one tour in Iraq in support of Opera- individuals to discover the rich his- in Mississauga, Ontario ... The 25-30 when he was in Poland for a Dance Ensemble will perform at tion Iraqi Freedom. tory of Polonia as it began in Buf- WNY Chapter of the Kosciuszko PAC conference ... The Internation- the Canadian National Exhibition in falo where every step tells a unique Foundation elected the follow- al Institute of Buff alo held its Pol-“ Toronto, Aug. 23rd ... The Zabawa story. You can visit the WNY Polo- ing leadership for the next year: ish Cultural Night” on July 26th. Festival at Holy Trinity Parish in LONG ISLAND nia Trail at poloniatrail.com. Raymond Dziedzic (president), Sophie Hodorowicz Knab present- Erie, Pa. will take place the week- Robert Ciesielski (vice-president), ed a program on Polish cooking and end of Aug. 26th through 28th ... POLONIA TIDBITS. During its re- Ewa Nowak (secretary) and John the Harmony Polish Folk Ensemble Daemen College, the Permanent Riverhead’s Annual cent Polish Festival, the Syracuse Medwid (teasurer). The new board performed during the event ... Spe- Chair of Polish Culture at Canisius Festival, August 20-21 Polish Scholarship Fund awarded consists of Hon. Ann Mikoll, Re- cial Delivery and Box On played at College and the WNY Chapter of scholarships to Anna Bas-Masio gina Grol, Hon Carl Bucki, Dr. the Polka Jamboree in the Grove at the Kosciuszko Foundation will be by Barbara Szydlowski (SUNY Empire State College), Em- Andrew Wise and Wieslawa Ab- the Lamm Post in Williamsville on bringing University of Warsaw po- The 42nd annual Polish Town, ily Bak (St. John Fisher College), czynska ... Ted Pietrzak, former the 31st. litical scientist Slawomir Jozefo- Riverhead, Long Island Street Emma Groff (St. Lawrence Uni- director of the Burchfi eld Penney wicz to WNY in mid-September to Fair and Polka Festival will be versity/Middlebury College), Da- Art Center, will be overseeing a UPCOMING. On Aug. 1, Phocus participate in a series of events ex- held on Saturday, August 20 and vid Jeselson (Cornell University), $2.5 million fundraising campaign will perform during the Potts Deli ploring the current political climate Sunday, August 21. The day’s events Michael Malinowski (Onondaga for the Buff alo Zoo ... The Jackie Miss Buff alo Polka Cruise on the in Poland and Poland’s role in the will start at 10:00 a.m. with a Mass Community College), Alexandra Schmid Memorial Scholarship Buff alo waterfront ... The Pulaski New Europe. at St. Isadore’s Church, followed by Szelewski (Syracuse University), Selection Committee awarded Police Association of Buff alo and Forgotten Buff alo will be off er- the re-enactment of the Hejnal and (Binghamton Uni- scholarships to the following stu- WNY will host its annual Family ing its “Pride of Polonia Tour” on an old-fashioned Polish wedding. Alexander Siok versity), (LeM- dents: Sarah Braciak (Cheektow- Picnic at Como Park in Lancaster, September 10th ... The 2016 Ron- There will be two hundred street Charvel Stanejko aga Central High School), Aug. 3 ... St. Stanislaus Kostka Par- cesvalles Polish Festival in To- vendors featuring Polish food, arts, oyne College), Sadie Zacharek Adam ish will be presenting its Annual ronto will take place on September crafts and refreshments until 6:00 (University of Notre Dame), and Michael Bauer (Depew High St. 17th and 18th. More information is p.m. At 5:00 p.m. (Saturday only) at Amy Zurawski (Clarkson Uni- School), Luc Gollwitzer (John F. Stanislaus Polish Arts Festival available at polishfestival.ca ... The the Polonaise Park it will be polka versity). Krista Baraniewicz was Kennedy High School), Kristen on the parish grounds in Roches- “ ” cigar event, time with the musical stylings of crowned Miss Polonia and Dr. Brzyski (Maryvale High School ), ter, Aug. 5-6 ... St. Casimir Parish White Eagle Smoker the Boys from Baltimore and Mike Grazyna Kozaczka was named the Madeline Wnuk (St. Mary’s High in Buff alo’s Kaisertown neighbor- a cooperative venture between the Costa & the Beat from New Jer- Pole-of-the Year at the festival ... School), and Edward Radka (West hood will hold a “Shishkababa WNY Division of the Polish Ameri- sey, plus entertainment by a dance Justin Kohan, a recent graduate of Seneca East High School). The next Polka-Roc Fest” featuring music can Congress and the Cigar Am- group. There is an admission charge the New England Conservatory in fundraiser for the scholarship fund by Special Delivery and Rare Vin- bassadors Club, will be held at the for the polka festival. Boston, received a $5,000 scholar- will be at Potts Banquet Hall in tage, Aug. 6-7 ... The Buff alo Bisons Eagles Hall on Ward Road in North At the Polish hall located in Pol- ship from the Kosciuszko Founda- Cheektowaga, Oct. 1 ... Our Lady baseball team will take on the India- Tonawanda on October 15th ... Dr. ish Town, there will be delicious tion for graduate studies at the Carn- of Fatima Shrine in Lewiston hosted napolis Indians on Polish Festival Andrzej Rozbicki and the Celeb- food being served in the air condi- egie Mellon Institute in Pittsburgh. its “Our Lady of Czestochowa — Night at Coca-Cola Field in Down- rity Symphony Orchestra will pres- tioned hall. Outside, a big party tent, Pomost International held its Polish Day Celebration,” July 10. town Buff alo, Aug. 9. The Knewz ent The Polish Tenors at the Living refreshments and for your listening annual English language and Amer- This year’s Cheektowaga Polish will perform at the tent party before Arts Centre in Mississauga, Ontario and dancing pleasure polka music ican culture immersion camp in American Festival, which featured the game ... The Syracuse Chiefs on October 22nd. by TKO featuring Chuck Pendrak Buff alo’s Sister City of Rzeszow in performances by the Cheektowaga will host the Rochester Red Wings v v v and Eddie Biegaj, There is no ad- early July ... Toronto pop star Anna Community Symphony Orchestra, at its Polish Night at NDT Bank If you have an item for this col- mission charge — they want you to Cyzon won the Grand Prize at the Lenny Gomulka & the Chicago Stadium in Syracuse, Aug. 10. umn, please send the information by come and enjoy the day. recent Rzeszow Carpathia Festival Push, John Gora, John Steven’s On Aug. 13, the Polish Union of the 6th day of the month preceding ... 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WOMEN OF THE UPRISING / Sophie Hodorowicz Knab Ambassador to UN Dedicates Special Exhibit at Port Washington The 63-day Struggle to Liberate Warsaw Polish American Museum This is a four-part series by So- by Gerald Kochan nager, the “good Maharaja” the pri- phie Hodorowicz Knab regarding PORT WASHINGTON, Long mary benefactor of the children and the Warsaw Uprising in Poland dur- Island, N.Y. — On Sun., June, 5, how he is still honored in Poland by ing World War II and the suffering the Polish Am- a street and school named for him. of Polish women and children in the bassador to the The director touched upon the sto- aftermath. United Nations, ry of the other Poles deported and Dr. Boguslaw their fate when given “amnesty” by PART I — THE UPRISING. On Au- Winid (right) the Soviets upon the German inva- gust 1, 1944, Poland’s Home Army dedicated an ex- sion of the USSR in late 1941. The (Armia Krajowa, AK) began the hibit featuring resulting agreement between the Warsaw Uprising, a heroic 63 day one of the most Soviet government and the Polish struggle to liberate Warsaw from poignant stories government operating in exile from Nazi occupation. It has been called to come out of Great Britain resulted in the forma- the greatest and most tragic uprising World War II. tion of a Polish Army in the USSR in European history. The event was the public premier under General Wladyslaw Anders. The Polish attack was planned of “Passage to India – The Wartime The evacuation of this army to as a two to three day revolt until Odyssey of Polish Children and the the Russians could arrive with addi- Good Maharaja” that will reside tional support. The Russian support through August at the Polish Ameri- never materialized and the short can Museum, 16 Belleview Ave. At the conclusion of the Uprising, the Germans, and the paramilitary groups as- It features the touching story of coup turned into a brutal and bloody sisting them, systematically blew up the city, block by block. two month struggle for the Home 1,000 Polish children, mostly or- was forced to capitulate and negoti- us along the street...We had to stop Army. The Germans used tanks, phans, some of the more than two ated a surrender on October 2nd, 63 periodically because there were ex- aerial bombardment and long range million Poles that were sent to the days after the Uprising began. ecutions, without reason. Some they artillery on the insurgents. They be- Gulags by the Soviets in the period Polish historians believe that told to raise their hands, others they gan rounding up people from the of 1940-1941. It is the story of their 18,000 military personnel died and told to turn around. These were in- houses in the districts which they odyssey from the Gulags to refuge another 25,000 were injured. As dividual units of the SS taking part still controlled and shot them — in India, a story made even more the Germans gained footing they in the confusion of the Uprising. In women, children and the elderly relevant today by the actions of Pu- went from house to house, clear- Ochota, Woli and Old Town, the were not spared. They executed tin in the Ukraine and elsewhere and ing out and evicting entire neigh- soldiers acted especially barbaric. at least 30,000 citizens in what is the other war refugees from South- Maharajah Jam Saheb borhoods. Military personnel were A few times I stood on the edge of now referred to as the Wola mas- west Asia and North Africa that summarily shot on the spot. Civil- the street to be shot — I’ll either sacre. The genocide was intended to Europe is presently facing. One of fight on the Western Front when ian losses ranged into the hundreds kill you or rape you — these were crush the Poles spirit for the fight. It those children, Mrs. Alexander Puc the Soviets were unable to properly of thousands. At the conclusion of the alternatives. My aunt had taken didn’t work. The people of Warsaw was a specially honored guest at the equip and feed the force provided the Uprising, the Germans and the a dressing case with her best jew- wanted their city, their country back exhibit opening. an opportunity to rescue some of the paramilitary groups assisting them, elry...she gave(it) to these people as in their own control and endured in- After a few words of welcome by civilians including the orphans fea- systematically blew up the city, the price for our lives.” credible hardships and sacrifices in- the president of the Museum Board, tured in the exhibit. The director’s block by block. The inhabitants The people were gathered to- cluding lack of water, power, food, Barbara Szydlowska, the ambassa- father was one of those who left with of Warsaw that survived, chiefly gether in temporary holding sites ammunition, death and destruction. dor and the director of the Museum, Ander’s Army as a soldier but was women and children, were rounded until all people had been forced The battle raged on. Gerald Kochan, Colonel (ret.) as- transferred to Great Britain to rein- up and marched through the streets from their hiding places and gath- Unable to compete with the re- sisted by his wife Malgorzata gave force the Polish Parachute Brigade. under arrest. ered together and taken to a transit inforced German troops, the insur- short presentations regarding the Col. Richard Jung, board member of The part of Warsaw called Ocho- camp where their fate would be de- gents were forced into hiding, often exhibit. The ambassador spoke of the Center for Military Studies and ta was one of the first sections to be cided. into the sewers, from where they the Maharajah Jam Saheb of Nawa- special guest, had a similar back- taken by the Germans. “By August continued to organize and coordi- ground as his mother was rescued 6th, Ukrainian soldiers burst into the nate attacks. The people of Warsaw through the Anders Army reloca- houses and removed all the inhabit- POLISH AMERICAN were dying at a rate of 2,000 a day. tion. Both admitted their parents’ ants” writes Wanda M., who was 17 After a valiant fight, the Home Army history helped inspire their choice years old at the time. “They marched CULTURAL CENTER to become U.S. army officers. 308 WALNUT STREET Refreshments were served and PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 the guests were encouraged to roam SUPPORT THE PAJ PRESS FUND freely around the exhibit and mu- (215) 922-1700 seum. 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POLISH CHEF / Robert Strybel Babcia’s Home-Made Comfort Foods Comfort foods are those delicacies our MILK SOUP WITH POURED-BATTER several T soup and stir into a smooth paste. JELLIED PIG’S FEET (galareta/zimne nogi/ mothers and grandmothers, maybe an aunt NOODLES (lane kluski na mleku). Gently Add to pot, stir and simmer several more min. studzienina). Singe 6 split pig’s feet over or friend of the family used to whip up and bring 4-5 c milk to boil. In mixing cup com- If soup is not as tart as you like, add some fl ame to remove any remaining bristle. Scrub serve back when we were kids. Over the years bine 3 heaping T fl our, 1 whole egg,1 t salt reserved sauerkraut liquid. Salt & pepper to well with stiff brush, rinse and place in pot, many people have drifted away and have no and several T cold milk and vigorously beat taste. A t sugar and ½ t caraway seeds may be cover with cold water and bring to boil. Sim- idea how to prepare them but nevertheless with fork to get a smooth pourable consisten- added if desired. mer several min, then pour off water. Add nostalgically recall their savory taste and cy. If it is too thick, beat in a bit more milk. fresh cold water to cover (2-1/2 qts more or aroma and, above all, the warm family atmo- Pour the batter in a thin stream into the boil- DUCK OR GOOSE SOUP (czernina). Place less) and 1 T salt, bring to boil once again and sphere that surrounded those meals. Maybe ing milk, stir with wooden spoon, reduce heat the cleaned giblets (make sure to cut open the reduce heat. Skim off any scum that forms at you’ll recall some of the following: to low and cook 2-3 min. Serve in bowls. Pro- gizzard and remove any semi-digested grain top. Add 8-10 peppercorns and 3 broken-up vide both salt and sugar on the side. lodged therein!), neck, wings and rump of 1 bay leaves and cook on low heat 2 hr. Add MILK SOUPS (zupy mleczne). This was duck or goose and ¾ lb pork ribs in pot con- 1 portion soup greens (about 12 oz or ¾ lb typical breakfast fare prepared by Polish SAUERKRAUT SOUP (kapuśniak). Prepare taining 7 c water and cook 1 hr, skimming off carrot, parsley root, celery, leek or onion) and immigrant babcias who did not much go stock by cooking ½ - ¾ lbs meaty pork bones scum. Add 1 portion soup greens, 1 bay leaf, cook another 2 hr or until meat falls away for America corn fl akes and other crunchy- in 8 c water 1 hr, skimming off scum. Add 2 cloves 2 grains allspice and several pep- from bone. When meat is nearly ready, add munchy-style cold cereals. It is also a great 1 T salt, 2 carrots, 1 stalk celery 1 onion, 3 percorns and cook until meat and vegetables 2 - 3 buds crushed garlic. Remove pork feet. way to use up such leftovers from the previous bay leaves, 10 peppercorns and 3 grains all- are tender. Strain. Dice carrots, remove meat Drain stock, discarding vegetables and spices. day’s dinner as cooked egg noodles or rice. spice and cook until meat comes away from from bones, dice and return to stock. Add ½ c (The carrot may be saved, diced and added to Bring 4-5 c milk to gentle boil and add 1-2 c bone. Drain 1 qt sauerkraut (reserving juice), or more pitted prunes, ½ c diced dried apples the aspic for better color.) Remove the meat cold cooked egg noodles or rice, reduce heat rinse in cold water, drain, pressing out mois- and ⅓ c raisins and cook until fruit is tender. from bones, discard bones and dice meat. to low, stir with wooden spoon and cook cov- ture, chop and add to strained stock. Cook on Remove from fl ame. Fork-blend blood of Transfer meat to glass or crockery pans and ered several minutes. Provide salt and sugar med heat uncovered 30 min. Dice meat from duck or goose (containing several T vinegar drench with stock no higher than 2.” Refriger- for your eaters, since some prefer it savory bones, and add to pot then reduce heat and to prevent coagulation) with 1 T fl our and stir ate overnight. Before serving scrape fat from (salt only) while others like it sweet (sugar). cook covered until sauerkraut is very tender. into soup. Simmer briefl y. Adjust to taste with top and discard. Cut into squares. Provide a Sweet eaters often add a pinch of cinnamon In skillet fry up 4 slices diced bacon with 1 a little salt, sugar, vinegar. Serve over egg- cruet of vinegar as a condiment. Serve with in addition to sugar. A pat or 2 butter added to chopped onion, stir in 3 T fl our and simmer noodle squares or other egg noodles, potato rye bread. individual servings will enrich the taste. until browned, stirring constantly. Dilute with dumplings or diced cooked potatoes. continued next month

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SPORTS / Tom Tarapacki A Sell-Our Crowd for Hall of Fame Induction TROY, Mich. — A sell-out crowd at the lege degrees including Monte’s father, John, longest run in that tournament. Poland was American Polish Cultural Center in Troy, who was the youngest. “I know how much eliminated without losing a game in regula- Michigan welcomed in the 2016 Class of this would mean to them,” he said of his in- tion time. the National Polish American Sports Hall of duction. Robert Lewandowski scored his first Fame: Ann Meyers Drysdale, Joe Kocur, Tony Adamowicz won several major goal of the tournament with the second-ear- Chester Marcol, Monte Nitzkowski and professional driving titles over his long rac- liest goal in European Championship history Tony Adamowicz. ing career. He won the 1969 Formula 5000 (1:40) after Kamil Grosicki crossed from Ann Meyers Drysdale was a four-time Championship, the Trans Am season cham- the left to the center. Poland dominated until All-American basketball player, an Olympi- pionship and three International Motor Renato Sanches tied it up for Portugal. The an, and a pro star, but is probably best known Sports Association season championships. Poles played very conservatively after that. for becoming the first woman to sign with an He co-founded the Polish Racing Drivers of After extra time the game was still 1-1 and NBA team, with Indiana, in 1979. Meyers America (PRDA) with friends Oscar Kove- went to penalty kicks. Lewandowski and Ka- PASHF Director Al Kasprzak (left) and 2016 Drysdale said that her original family name leski and Brad Niemcek. The trio holds the mil Glik converted the first two, but Jakub inductee Chester Marcol. was Majorowski, shortened by her grandfa- cross-country speed record for a passenger Błaszczykowski’s kick was saved. Portugal at Wimbledon. Kerber had beaten the number ther when he had a tryout with the Chicago van. Adamowicz’s grandparents were Polish made good on all five kicks and moved on one ranked Williams in the Australian Open White Sox. He father, Bob, captained the immigrants who settled in the small town of to the Semifinals. Ironically, “Kuba” played final in January but could not produce another Marquette basketball team in 1945. He taught Port Henry N.Y., where they ran a grocery great throughout the tournament. upset. Born in Germany to Polish parents, all 11 children to love sports. Ann’s older store. Tony ‘A2Z’ was too ill to attend, but Poland started group play by beating Kerber usually trains at a tennis facility in brother Dave, was an All-American on the was represented by his sisters. Northern Ireland, 1-0, then tied Germany 0-0, Puszczykowo, Poland, owned by her mater- UCLA men’s championship teams in 1973 Board Chairman Jim Conrad said that the and then defeated Ukraine, 1-0. In the Eighth nal grandparents. and 1975 and a first round NBA draft pick. 44th induction was one of the most success- Finals, Poland tied Switzerland, 1-1, then won MLB UPDATE. Travis Jankowski, a former Now a broadcaster and executive, Ann said ful ever, as well as one of the best attended on penalty kicks, 5-4. Poland lost goalkeeper no. 1 pick out of Stony Brook, has been play- that her father never talked much about his with well over 400 people. Information about Wojciech Szczęsny to a thigh injury in the ing great for the San Diego Padres in cen- Polish ancestry. However, her daughter Drew, the National Polish American Sports Hall of first match, and he was replaced by Łukasz ter field ... Mets first baseman Lucas Duda who also attended the banquet, has researched Fame is available at www.polishsportshof. Fabiański the rest of the way. hopes to return later this season after suffering the family’s Polish roots. com. It was a tough way to lose, but remember a stress fracture of his back ... catcher Kevin Joe Kocur was a rugged forward who was that four years ago Poland co-hosted Euro Plawecki went down to Triple A Las Vegas a three-time Stanley Cup Champion in the MORE HONORS. Besides the inductions, the 2012 but failed to make it beyond the first Lake City after starting the year with the Mets 1990s, once with the Rangers twice with the National Polish American Sports Hall of Fame stage. This was the first time Poland made it to ... After a strong start, pitcher Mat Latos Red Wings. Kocur said that the two things he announced some other honors. The board’s the “knockout” stage of the European Cham- tailed off and was released by the White Sox, identified with being Polish were food and Matt Dobek Special Recognition Award was pionship. With young players like 19-year-old then signed by Washington ... Scott Kazmir stubbornness. He said that he succeeded in presented to London and Mary Morawski, midfielder Bartosz “Little Cabbage” Ka- has had an up-and-down early season for the hockey despite being told that he wasn’t good who helped fund the Hall’s beautiful plaque pustka and 22-year-old forward Arkadiusz Dodgers, with most of his problems coming enough. “I was stubborn,” he told the crowd. and memorabilia exhibit at the American Pol- Milik doing well, you have to be optimistic in the first inning ... Second year outfielder “That’s my Polish heritage.” Kocur also paid ish Cultural Center. about the future of Polish soccer. Jake Smolinski has been used off the bench tribute to his grandparents, who traveled by The 2016 Stan Musial Scholarship winners Coach Adam Nawałka said he was very by Oakland, but has performed well in his boat from Poland to Newfoundland, and then were also announced: Daniel Ambrozy of pleased with the performance: “The team limited role ... Troy Tulowitzki had three hits took a train across Canada to Saskatchewan Parkersburg W.V., Hunter Gordon of Rocky works as one. The team spirit was our driv- on his bobblehead day in Toronto, including because “they wanted to find a better way of River Ohio, Skye Reese of Concord, N.H., ing force here. We need to think about what a three-run homer ... it’s been rumored that life.” Grant Reszczyk of Orchard Lake, Mich., we’ve achieved here and continue to move veteran catcher A.J. Pierzynski, now with Chester Marcol came to the United States Phoenix Vavincak of Mt. Pleasant, Mich. forward.” Nawałka’s contract was renewed Atlanta, could return to the White Sox next in 1965 at age 16, shortly after his father died. and Matt Washko of Salisbury, N.C. through World Cup 2018. year as team manager ... Pitcher Brian Ma- He lived on a farm near the small town of Im- Frank Kaminsky was previously named tusz was traded to the Braves then released, lay City, Mich., where his mother’s relatives the recipient of the Hall’s Excellence in Sports NEWS AND NOTES. Joanna Jedrzejczyk is and has signed a minor league deal with the lived. A soccer player in Poland, he became a Award. The 2015 winner of the John Wooden still the straw weight champion after she suc- Cubs ... Milwaukee reliever Michael Blazek soccer-style place kicker at his high school, Award as the best collegiate basketball player, cessfully defended her title for the third time has gone from a Cardinals farmhand and for- and at Hillsdale College he kicked a record the 7-ft. center led Wisconsin to the national in an epic five-round belter against Claudia mer 35th round pick to a big part of the Brew- 62-yard field goal. He became a star with the championship game. The Excellence award, Gadelha at the Ultimate Fighter Night 23 in ers’ relief corps ... Seattle pitcher Tony Zych Green Bay Packers, who twice led the NFL which is given annually to an active athlete of Las Vegas. The 28-year-old Pole known as was sidelined in early May with rotator cuff in scoring and earned NFC Rookie of the Polish heritage, was presented to Kaminsky “J.J.” or “Joanna Champion” has a 12-0 re- tendinitis ... Braves pitcher Mike Foltyne- Year and Pro Bowl honors. After taking pain earlier this year when his Charlotte Hornets cord in MMA. wicz returned to the team after a stint on the medication for an injury he developed serious played the Detroit Pistons. Brock Lesnar made a successful return DL (elbow) ... 33-year-old reliever Tom Gor- addiction and substance abuse problems that NHL DRAFT. The Detroit Red Wings select- at UFC 200, with a unanimous decision win zelanny was designated for assignment by ended his career and led to a suicide attempt. over Mark Hunt for his first victory in the oc- ed defenseman Dennis Cholowski from Brit- Cleveland in July ... Cubs Matt Szczur has Now clean and sober, he works as a certified ish Columbia in the first round (20th overall) tagon since July 2010. Lesnar left the sport been playing in the outfield in a reserve role alcohol and drug abuse counselor. of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft. Also drafted after suffering from life-threatening diverticu- ... catcher Tim Federowicz has been assigned was a two-time All- litis, and when he recovered in 2012 he joined Monte Nitzkowski were Tanner Laczynski (Philadelphia, 6th), by the Cubs to Triple-A Iowa ... A’s reliever American swimmer and water polo player at the WWE. Austin Osmanski (Buffalo, 7th) and Jake Marc Rzepczynski has been the subject of UCLA and later the most accomplished U.S. stretched his fuel to the Ryczek (Chicago, 7th). Brad Keselowski trade rumors ... after a slow start, Twins out- water polo coach ever. His grandparents came limit to win the Quaker State 400. Keselows- fielder Max Kepler has been playing very from Poland to Connecticut in 1871, and then VICTORY IN DEFEAT FOR POLES. ki’s victory was his second straight and fourth well ... the Angels traded Texas native Kyle traveled to Minnesota by boxcar. They had 16 Poland lost to Portugal on penalty kicks in the of the year, tops in the Cup series. Kubitza to the Rangers, who assigned him to children. Amazingly, half of them earned col- Euro 2016 Quarter Finals, ending the Poles’ Angelique Kerber lost to Serena Williams Triple A Round Rock.

Poland at the Rio Olympics Rio Bound Polish Americans With the Summer Olympics approach- Polish Sportsmen have Won a Total of 291 Olympic Medals so Far ing, here are the names of some of the ath- by Robert Strybel that department at the 1972 Munich games, setting eight European records and winning letes who have qualified for the U.S. team WARSAW — The 2016 Olympics being and silver ones at Montreal (1976) and Bar- U.S. championships 40 times. She had long at press time: Jenn Stuczynski Suhr won held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from August 5th celona (1992). since retired from athletic rivalry when, in the Olympic trial by vaulting 15 feet, 9 to 21st, will be the Poland’s 21st appearance There was an interesting Polish American December 1980, Walsh was fatally shot dur- inches, the same height she cleared in Lon- at the Summer Games. More than 200 Polish twist to the amazing but ultimately tragic sto- ing the hold-up of a Cleveland store. The au- don to win the gold medal in the women’s athletes are competing in 22 different catego- ry of Stanisława (Stasia) Walasiewiczówna, a topsy required in such cases revealed that the pole vault in the 2012 Summer Olympics .. ries including track, boxing, cycling, sailing, Polish immigrant whose family had settled in Polish American track star had been an inter- Olivia Smoliga, the Illinois-born daughter fencing and weightlifting. Cleveland. A promising track-and-field star sex, neither fully male nor female. of Polish immigrants Tomasz and Elżbieta Poland, which had re-emerged as an in- known in America as Stella Walsh, she was Earlier the same year, politics had entered Smoliga, qualified for the USA Swim dependent country in 1918 after 123 years expected to win a gold medal for the United the Olympic picture in the Old Country. Rus- Team (100 backstroke), as did Chase of foreign occupation, first participated in States in the 100-meter dash at the 1932 Los sian spectators, brainwashed by the Kremlin’s Kalisz (400 IM) from Maryland … Jake the 1924 Paris Olympics and managed to Angeles Olympics. anti-Solidarity propaganda, jeered, booed Kaminski, a veteran of the 2012 Olym- win two medals. Since then, Polish athletes But, having lost her job at the height of the and whistled at Polish pole-vaulter Mikołaj pics, will return to the archery competition have brought home a total of 291 medals in Depression, Stella lacked the money to get Kozakiewicz when he won the gold medal at … cyclist Matt Baranoski will be in the the course of 16 Olympic performances: 132 from New York to L.A. and instead accepted the 1980 Moscow Olympics. He responded sprint competition … Wroclaw, Poland na- bronze, 89 silver and 70 gold. Of the countries the Polish Consulate’s offer to compete for by giving the Russians the vulgar bent-elbow tive Dagmara Wozniak will be fencing that have yet to host Olympic Games, Poland her ancestral homeland. She went on to win sign, Europe’s equivalent of America’s “one- (saber) … Katelyn Falgowski will play is the third most successful nation. Olympic gold for Poland and traveled to her finger salute.” It has been known as the Koza- midfield for the field hockey team … 2013 Poland has captured the majority of its old homeland, where she had become a na- kiewicz gesture ever since. Olympian Paige Selenski, who suffered medals at the summer games as opposed to tional heroine. She continued her sporting Since the West had boycotted the Moscow a serious hamstring injury last year, was only 20 in winter competition. Polish repre- career, before returning to the United States games over fears of a possible Soviet inva- named a field hockey alternate….gymnast sentatives have won the most gold medals (23) in 1946. sion of Poland during Solidarity’s heyday, the Sam Mikulak will be in the artistic gym- in athletics, and its boxing team has brought Between 1929 and 1950 she was Polish USSR retaliated by boycotting the 1984 Los nastics discipline … Meghan Musnicki, home eight so far. Poles have also done well champion on 24 different occasions and set Angeles Olympics, forcing Poland and other Grace Luczak, Alex Karwoski, Steve in wrestling, weightlifting and fencing. Al- 51 Polish records. On seven occasions, Stasia then Soviet satellites to stay away. Five years Kasprzyk, and Joshua Konieczny all though football (soccer) is not a traditional represented Poland in international competi- later, after communist rule collapsed, that was qualified for the U.S. Rowing Team. Olympic sport, Poland won the gold medal in tion in 33 different sports. Her career included no longer the case. Tom Tarapacki POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016 www.polamjournal.com 13

SYBIRACY / Stefania Borstowa German-Soviet War, Running a Local Store, Tax Collector Demands “Sibracy” (Poles exiled to Sibe- between Poland and Soviet Union agers. the labor camps. There was trem- and we were not harassed by Soviet ria during World War II) is written were deprived of any material help, When finally Marysia realized bling and the children were crying administration until the next order by Stefania Borstowa. Borstowa, letters from home, and the spiritual that there were few activities in the all around. After his last visit we from NKVD. The NKVD com- her children and Marysia, a home help and hope they brought into our store, since there were no custom- were able to visit the NKVD (Soviet manded us to relinquish our Polish servant, were deported from Lvov to lives. With communication cut off ers and no produce, she was able to CIA) office and learn more about IDs, and said we would be given Krutoyarka, a small village in Ka- we felt that all the good things were focus on other activities in the vil- the formal situation of Polish people Soviet IDs. This brought again fear zakstan. Soon after the Soviet Union finished, and that we would have to lage. She was a village doctor again, in the Soviet Union. When we tried and anxiety in our lives. We decided invasion, her husband was sent to start a tough Siberian life. From this visiting around the village and was arguing calmly and logically that that we were not going to return our the labor camp in Eastern Siberia time, I have no notes — the recol- able to learn what was going on in we are not obliged to pay taxes, this Polish IDs. For ten days I was trav- and died of dysentery, but she did lections of what happened are based the neighborhood. When somebody man took the gun from the holder elling on feet about 30 km daily to not know about it until after World on my memories only. showed up at the store, people were and started screaming and ranting tell all Polish families not to return War II. As soon as I came back home, I searching for Marysia around the against us while hitting the table their IDs. We succeeded in commu- was forced to work in the kolkhoz. village. with his gun. nicating it through the Polish com- The war between Nazi Germany I worked during harvest, tilling, I got so upset and brave in the munity and nobody gave up their and the Soviet Union started un- plowing, hay-making and seed sow- same time, I grabbed his gun, hit Polish ID. expectedly, since both countries ing. In July, our Kazakh landlord “There was lots of a table and call him and the crowd Then, the rumor spread around were in alliance until Hitler’s at- was drafted. Before he left, he asked laughter afterwards to calm down. When all the people the neighborhood that Polish moth- tack on June 22, 1941, in operation us to take care of his family, his wife calmed down, I told him that he ers would be able to keep only one “Barbarossa.” This brought lots of and children. He also arranged a job and I was wondering needed to read the article no. 382 of child, other children will be taken change into our lives here in North- in a local village store for Marysia. for a long time whether the Soviet constitution. According away. Immediately Jedrek, my ern Kazakstan and Krutoyarka. We had to spend some time and go the tax collector had to this article people who were de- younger son, became Marysia’s son. There was a panic in the village, through bureaucracy to arrange the ported and resettled and exiles who We all started calling her “mother.” but also a cause for celebration, job for her. She had to admit that a chance to check the were civilians were not required to Now, after forty years everybody since a commissar of the Soviet gov- she voluntarily decided to resettle constitution ...” pay any taxes. After I did it, he asked still calls her a “mother.” ernment — whom we hated —was to the Soviet Union. This was a ba- us to get out and disband. When we v v v drafted into the military and left. As sic requirement. In the beginning, walked home other women showed — Reprinted courtesy of soon as I learned that he was gone I had to help Marysia quite a lot to I subscribed to a Soviet news- their surprise and admiration of how Jaga’s Polish Culture from the kolkhoz, I quit construction start running the store, mainly with paper, “Bolshevik Banner,” which well I knew the Soviet constitution Website at: www.polishsite.us work and went back to my family. paperwork and formalities, since gave us some idea about where the and how well I remembered article We were soon aware that good times the merchandize was coming rarely war actions took place. The newspa- 382. I explained that I never had a SALT LAMPS in Kazakstan were over. and we had only few items in stock. per described the danger of the war true Soviet constitution in my hand During the last year, we had The majority of goods that passed to the whole nation and also warned and referring to this paragraph was FROM POLAND received many parcels from my through the store were intended people against spies. just a creation of my imagination Clean and ionize air for friends and family members from exclusively to the kolkhoz. Mary- One day a tax collector arrived in and despair. your health and well-being. Poland: two with medicines, one sia had to report to the administra- the village in a military uniform. We There was lots of laughter after- Laboratory tested for parcel was lost, but none of the tor who supervised all stores in the were worried about it since on his wards and I was wondering for a ionization and quality. parcels which made it to us were district to settle the account once a last visit, he summoned all Poles to long time whether the tax collector the meeting and commanded them Joyce (716) 860-0828 opened on the way. Our Polish month. The administration was re- had a chance to check the consti- [email protected] friends sent us roughly two thousand ally satisfied with her work and she to pay all taxes immediately. He tution and what was in article 382, rubles in cash. Since the war had was given as an example of honest warned that if his request was not or whether this chapter was never Arlene (716) 649-3188 [email protected] just started, and there was a front and good work to other store man- fulfilled, all Poles would be sent to even written. Everything ended well

RESISTANCE / Regina Szamborska-McIntyre Peasant Distributors Resistance is a story about the to see you. Shall I let him in?” I must say, we women are better dis- tificate, and while my truck was munition that Schultz is manufac- conditions which led to the Warsaw A shriek was heard from the tributors than you.” in the garage for overhauling and turing now.” He smiled, “I’m all set Uprising during World War II, and kitchen as Pola rushed to the porch. “How so, Matka?” a new paint job, Grot issued the up, nice and proper.” how the courageous and tenacious “Kochanek, Love!” was her only “We don’t get caught!” Opel.” He raised his head and blew “Marek, what plans do you have people of Poland fought the Nazi verbal greeting. She threw her arms Wicek’s son, Felix laughed. a smoke ring in the air. “I am now to resume operations?’ occupation, only to be decimated by around him. “That’s true! Bapca, Mamma, and gainfully employed by the Schultz “I am waiting on the delivery the political vagaries of war. Pola was Fredryk’s delightful Aunt Matcha are known as the big- Sewing Machine Company, and that of some official looking -docu Three main characters drive the seventeen-year-old daughter. She busted women of Sochaczew. The name has been skillfully inscribed ments from the print shop, marked story: Zygmunt Kaminski, publish- had an intense crush on this dark and contraband food sewn into their on the panels of my truck. The ‘urgent’. Levik, the printer for the er of an underground newspaper; exciting man of mystery. Marek’s clothing is winning the admiration Home Army print shop has provided Home Army’s Bureau of Intelli- Marek Gudzinski, aka Dysthmus, interest in the opposite sex leaned of all the passengers on the train as me with new identity cards.” gence, has a stamp of the Governor delivery man of contraband items toward the older, more experienced they ride into Warsaw. The men are Fredryk and Wicek leaned over General’s signature to give them au- to underground units; and Michal women about town. impressed with the breadth of their to examine the cards that identified thenticity.” Bednarek, attorney at law, who tries Wicek’s wife, Halina, fired ques- breasts.” He burst into laughter. the bearer as Viktor Dielinski, Truck v v v to remain neutral and uninvolved. tions at Marek as soon as he entered Fredryk and Dysthmus bit their Driver. Regina Szamborska-McIntyre is the kitchen. “Father Pawil alerted us lips and lowered their heads. “The Opel Kapitan is a bonus, a retired Speech Pathologist who CHAPTER 5. Dysthmus smiled, of the possibility of a delay in future “Bravo! Matka, but you weren’t thrown in. It’s mine to use for scout- currently facilitates memoir work- his visit would coincide with the deliveries in his coded sermon this listening. I was found out—not ing and reconnaissance missions.” shops at her local library. She is the Duzat’s Sunday breakfast, and he morning.” caught.” “How did you manage to get the author of two books of historic fic- was bringing a good appetite to ap- The elderly Ludwiga was years “So, what’s with the ugly green position?” tion, “An Altar of Sod” and “Yester- preciate Ludwiga’s cooking. He had beyond feeling the excitement of auto?” Fredryk challenged him. “A loyal partisan is the dispatch- day’s Pupils.” grown up with her two sons, Wicek adventure and intrigue. Life to her “I have obtained a working cer- er for shipment of weapons and am- and Fredryk. was black and white, day and night. During the reconditioning of his She brought an extra plate to the truck, he had been allocated a re- table and abruptly interrupted the spectable German car, a dark green inquiries, “Thank you for the coffee, Opel Kapitan, along with forged Marek. We are all out. Eat! I’ll make documents and a forged driver’s li- a fresh pot.” cense. He was sure his new vehicle “There is no reason for thanks. would make an impression on the It’s small payment for my break- Duzats. fast.” He parked the car in the drive, He picked up his fork and started picked up his gift packages of cof- to eat while he gave an account of fee and sugar, and sauntered up the his recent encounter with the gen- walk. darmes. “I heard the sound of mo- Fredryk, the younger of the Du- tors behind me. I tossed the package zat boys, opened the screen door. I had just picked up into the truck, “Marek, I heard the car and won- slammed the tailgate shut, and ran dered if it was the Gestapo in that for the cab to start the motor. I guess ugly Nazi automobile.” I knew those back roads better than He held the door open for the my pursuers, but I’m sure they got a package bearing guest. “So, you’re description of the truck.” still alive and well. The devil Ludwiga admonished him. “Eat! doesn’t want you.” They can wait for the story; your “No, I hear he’s looking for you.” food grows cold.” “Come in, you hapless beggar.” “Ludwiga, my favorite cook, He turned his head in the direction how are things going with the fam- of the kitchen to call his daughter, ily food distribution?” “Pola, that ugly guy Marek is here “Well enough, Marek. Although 14 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016

OUR POLISH SAINTS / Martin Nowak WHO’S WHO IN POLONIA Caring For The Poor John Muszynski, Television Media Buyer PART VIII. Most Poles canonized Born in Wilamowice in the Au- The largest agency buyer of tele- out. Technology has changed the in recent decades have been found- strian partition of Poland, he atten- vision time in the United States, way viewers consume video, and ers of Catholic religious orders and/ ded school in Wadowice, St. John Publicis, handles over $15 billion there is now so much data at our or have been heavily involved with Paul II’s home town, and attended in accounts annually. The company disposal that I can go well beyond serving the poor, the sick, the home- seminary in Kraków. After ordi- recently restructured, consolidating the standard Nielsen metrics. I can less, orphans and other disadvan- nation, he received a doctorate in its media investment operations and see who is consuming what and how taged people in the world. theology in Vienna and became a television negotiations into one unit. those viewing patterns align with professor, dean and rector at Lwów The person who now runs it all is their purchasing behavior.” ST. SIGISMUND University. He was appointed Bi- John Muszynski. In addition to a $350 mil- GORAZDOWSKI shop of Lwów at age forty. He ini- A graduate of Elmhurst College, lion Coca-Cola Co. account for Zygmunt Gorazdowski tiated the construction of hundreds a four-year private liberal arts col- Starcom, Muszynski and his teams 1845-1920 of churches in his diocese, organi- lege in Elmhurst, Illinois, Muszyn- created a specific campaign for the Canonized: 2005 zed schools for priests, financed Ca- ski, 57, has been in media since U.S. Army, negotiating a deal with Feast Day: January 1 tholic societies and worked in relief 1981. He had a long career at Leo A&E Television Networks’ History Grave: Lychakiv Cemetery, causes for the population during and Burnett (working on brands such Channel to air short programs about Lwów (Lviv, Ukraine) after World War I. He worked with as Kellogg’s and McDonald’s) and real-life soldier stories during the Born into a religious family in Sa- St. Sigismund Gorazdowski on pro- Starcom Mediavest, a media-buying In addition to a $350 million Co- rebroadcast of Steven Spielberg’s nok in the Austrian partition of Po- jects to aid the poor. Patron saint of unit of Publicis Groupe of France. ca-Cola Co. account for Starcom, “Band of Brothers.” For Allstate land, he suffered from lifelong lung hooligans and louts, because of his Muszynski is the 2012 recipi- Muszynski and his teams created Corp., Muszynski and his team cre- problems. He became a priest age love for the downtrodden and out- ent of one of Chicago’s top adver- a specific campaign for the U.S. ated “Gilmore Greats,” vignettes of age twenty-five in Lwów�������������� �����������after leav- casts. tising honors, the Silver Medal Army. “pivotal moments” from past epi- ing law school and became known Award, presented annually to a dis- sodes of The WB’s “Gilmore Girls.” for his outstanding pastoral care ST. SIGMUND FELINSKI tinguished member of the Chicago think there’s anyone better, certainly The vignettes ran for 30 seconds and as a parish priest. He wrote books Zygmunt Feliński advertising community. in our company, and you could ar- were introduced with: “This ‘Gilm- and articles on religious and social 1822-1895 In 2013, he was made a member gue industry-wide.” ore Great’ is brought to you by All- issues. He initiated many works of Canonized: 2009 of the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Given how rapidly the business state”; they ended with the tagline charity and cared for the sick even at Feast Day: September 17 Fame. is changing, Muszynski knows his “Prepare yourself for life’s great the risk of self-infection. Sigismund Grave: St. John’s Cathedral, Appointing the point man for work is cut out for him. moments. Are you in good hands?” served for forty years at St. Nicho- Warsaw upfront negotiations was an easy “You can’t just look at it as a tele- Muszynski and wife of 18 years, las parish in Lwów and founded the Founder of the Franciscan Sis- call, said Publicis CEO Dave Pen- vision market. It’s a video market. Gail Muszynski, the owner of Viva- Sisters of Mercy of St. Joseph, soup ters of the Family of Mercy. He ski. “He’s really good at seeing the Television viewing is not down, but Ki Yoga live in Arlington Heights, kitchens, health services such as a was born in the Russian partition of strategy. Relationship-wise, I don’t a lot of it is fragmented and spread Ill. hospice and home for invalids, and Poland and attended university in schools for orphans and the poor. In Moscow and Paris. Returning to Po- PONDERING POLE / Edward Poniewaz his charitable ventures he often wor- land, he entered a seminary and was ked with St. Joseph Bilczewski. He ordained. He was appointed Bishop was known as the Father of the Poor of Warsaw in 1862 but was viewed If Traveling Through St. Louis This Summer, and Priest of the Homeless. Patron with suspicion by Polish national- saint of law. ists because he had the approval of the Russian occupiers. The follow- Check Out These Polonian Landmarks ST. SIMON OF LIPNICA ing year he opposed the Polish Up- Before I start, one side note on Anheuser-Busch brewery and the est members was John “J.C.” Cu- Szymon z Lipnicy rising. Yet he protested Russian bru- The Pondering Pole adventures this church and neighborhood are won- rulewski. Like De Young and the 1437- 1482 tality and was exiled to Siberia for summer. Upon visiting the Col- derful. rest of the guys in the band, J.C. was Canonized: 2007 twenty years, where he constructed lege of St. Benedict, located in St. a Chicago native. Feast Day: July 18 a church despite Russian restric- Joseph, Minnesota, you will see PNCC OF METROPOLITAN ST. While De Young was the driv- Grave: Bernardine tions, and helped his fellow exiles the Gorecki Center, a “beautiful LOUIS. There is a Polish National ing force and genius behind Styx’s Church in Kraków as best he could. He later worked dining and conference center that Church community in St. Louis and early success and later, along with Born into a family of modest among the poor in Austrian Poland. offers state-of-the-art technology there is another on the Illinois side Tommy Shaw, propelled them to su- means in Lipnica in the south of Po- Patron saint of the persecuted. and consists of six meeting rooms of the Mississippi. Consult the web perstar status, J.C., a solid perform- land, Simon joined the St. Bernardi- that can accommodate large general site for more information. er and rocker, played acoustic and ne convent in Kraków after studying ST. STANISLAUS sessions with seating for up to 500 electric guitar and wrote a number at Jagiellonian University, became a OF KAZIMIERZ people or smaller breakout rooms. BLACK MADONNA SHRINE, of the songs on the first five studio Franciscan monk and was ordained Stanisław Kazmierczyk The center was designed with two EUREKA, MISSOURI. This shrine albums the band produced. What a priest. Known for his scholarship, 1433-1489 lobbies, a fireplace, an outdoor pa- designed and built by Polish Fran- struck me most reading about him he was devoted to the poor and suf- Canonized: 2010 tio area, and windows from every ciscan Brother Bronislaus Luszcz, was his humanity and giving nature. fering and converted many sinners. Feast Day: May 5 view.” There is the Kennedy Center is a beautiful meditative place “set He left the band right when it was He preached at the royal Wawel Ca- Grave: Corpus Christi pa- and now the Gorecki Center. This is in a countryside atmosphere that ready to bust out to be with his fam- thedral in Kraków. When the bubo- rish church, Kraków great signage and remember, if you refreshes the body and soul.” The ily, coach his son’s baseball team, nic plague struck the city in 1482 he Raised in the mostly Jewish Ka- want to infuse a Polish presence into Mass schedule is irregular so check give guitar lessons, and eventually ministered to the sick and was him- zimierz section of Kraków, he rere-- the American mosaic, pay for a park first for that. teach and mentor some of Chicago’s self infected and died. Patron saint ceived doctorates of theology and bench or donate the funds for a uni- best young guitar players. Too good of Kraków and young academics. philosophy from Jagiellonian Uni- versity building. You will be creat- IF TRAVELING THROUGH CHI- a person apparently to die so young versity. He then joined the Canons ing a legacy and it is a perfect way CAGO… But if you decide to skip of a brain aneurysm at age 38. John ST. JOSEPH BILCZEWSKI Regular Order and was ordained. He to really teach the students of today St. Louis and visit the “Second Curulewski: Polish or not? Józef Bilczewski dedicated himself to the care of the about diversity. City,” be sure to see St. John Can- Joanna Hoffman, marketing 1860-1923 sick and poor and preached widely And if you are passing through or tius chosen as “America’s Most executive and contemporary of Canonized: 2005 defending the faith. St. John Kanty scheduling a stop in the Mound City Beautiful Church.” Apple’s Steve Jobs. She was one of Feast Day: March 20 was his friend. Patron saint of lay this August or even into Fall, here I have not been there, but this the original members of the Apple Grave: Paupers’ Cemetery of helpers in giving holy communion. is a list of the churches in the area. church, in the Goose Island neigh- Computer Macintosh team and the Yaniv, Lwów (Lviv, Ukraine) Even if you do not belong to these borhood and built by Polish immi- NeXT team. Joanna was born in Po- religions, I recommend these places grants, won the “Church Madness” land, the daughter of Polish director Become a member today for the Polish cultural or historical contest begun by Patrick Murray, Jerzy Hoffman and his Armenian tourist. “a self-proclaimed liturgy geek and former wife Marlene. Check out Polish American consultant for Granda Liturgical Kate Winslett’s Polish accent play- ST. STANISLAUS KOSTKA Arts, a church design company in ing Hoffman in the motion picture Historical Association CHURCH. This is the historical Omaha, Nebraska.” I have seen an Jobs. Not bad. Mother Church of the Poles in St. online slideshow of St. John’s and it Julie Pace, Associated Press cor- The Polish American HistoricalAssociation Louis and it is an example of a beau- truly is amazing. respondent and frequent commenta- was established in December 1942 as tifully designed and restored place Please note there is talk of tear- tor on Fox News Sunday with Chris a special commission of the The Polish of worship. It truly is one of the ing the church down, even after an Wallace, born in Buffalo, New York. Institute of Arts and Sciences in America to gems on the list of historical church- anonymous benefactor pledged one Is Julie Polish or Not? collect, compile and publish information about es in the city. St. Stans is no longer million dollars to help renovate it. I v v v Polish Americans. In October 1944, it was reor­ganized as a national a Roman Catholic parish though. get the fact that we have a lot of old, Hope you are having a great sum- American society to promote study and research in the history and Please note from the website: hard-to-maintain urban churches, mer and if you have a thought about social background of Americans of Polish descent. The Association, “We proudly profess Catholic but I just cry thinking about losing this month’s topic, have a question, which was incorporated under the laws of Illinois in 1972, strives to faith and celebrate Catholic sacra- another beautiful, majestic histori- have an answer to a question, or assist and cooperate with all individuals and organizations interested ments, but we are no longer a part cal structure, especially one that has have interesting facts to share, con- in Polish American life and history. Contributions in support of the of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, nor a Polish imprint on it. Pray the Chi- tact me at: Edward Poniewaz, 6432 work of the Association are tax-exempt. do we belong to the institutional Ro- cago Archdiocese allows this place Marmaduke Avenue, St. Louis, MO Regular one-year membership to the Association is $40.00. ($25.00 for man Catholic Church. to go on. 63139; email alinabrig@yahoo. students) made payable to the Polish American Historical Association. com. ST. AGATHA CATHOLIC POLISH OR NOT? A while back I N.B. If you send email, reference Polish American Historical Association CHURCH. Agatha is a Roman asked if Chicago-born and accor- the Polish American Journal or the Central Connecticut State University Catholic parish with a congregation dion-playing Dennis De Young of Pondering Pole in the subject line. 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050 and Mass in the Polish language. the rock group Styx was Polish. He I will not open an email if I do not www.polishamericanstudies.org It is just down the street from the is not. 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GENEALOGY / Stephen M. Szabados Should You Hire a Professional Genealogist? Researching family histories has become a all of this stored information no matter how tory for my Hungarian origins. I hired the tion is accurate, still include it but say that very popular hobby world-wide. It is exciting thorough their questions are. researcher because I was not sure where the it may not be correct. It could still be a but sometimes it is very challenging. There Genealogical research can seem very chal- record was, and his language abilities made clue) are numerous resources and it is difficult to lenging or impossible when you first start. the task easier. This was relatively expensive • Ask for an estimate of cost and how to understand where tiny clues fit in the jig-saw Research requires a detailed, problem-solving because of the overnight travel that was re- send money. Make an agreement that in- puzzle that is our family history. type of person. If you feel uncomfortable with quired. cludes the research goal and scope of the Professional genealogists will help you research, partner with a family member who A Polish researcher found information project, amount and method of payment, with research. They normally offer their ser- has these skills. that led me to living descendants who gave the content of the reports, and what forms vices for hourly fees that start at $25 per hour The genealogy community also has many me family stories that were not available in the genealogist will prepare. and could be higher. Their services include: educational tools to develop your person- records. • After the work has started, be sure to com- • Translating Polish records al skills. Classes are offered by genealogy Another project found birth, marriage and municate with your researcher often. • Finding difficult information (brick walls) groups and many local libraries. Genealogy death records for my grandmother’s family • Finding living relatives books are another great resource and their that were not available online or in LDS films. Most Polish genealogy societies have • Gaining access to Polish Archives numbers are growing daily. Websites such as These records allowed me to piece together compiled a list of researchers in Poland. Con- • Compiling complete ancestral trees Ancestry.com and Familysearch.com offer more of the story of her early life. tact the nearest group or go to their website to • free access to many articles and videos on ge- Note that these three projects were very find someone near the area where your ances- Although hiring a professional may seem nealogical research. Also do not be afraid to short and the researchers were given specif- tors left. an answer to your lack of research skills, my start searching and making errors. Research ic information and instructions on what was Most researchers should be reliable, but it recommendation is for you to personally do as experience helps you better understand the needed. I could not have found the informa- is still up to you to evaluate their skills, define much of the research as you can. Ask profes- classes and videos. tion without their help. the project correctly, and get the results you sional researchers to help when you have hit a need. brick wall or when travel costs make hiring a When is the best time to To hire a professional: v v v local researcher more cost effective. I believe hire a professional researcher? • Define your problem. Make sure the Stephen M. Szabados is a prominent gene- that a family member will produce the most I hired a researcher on three occasions: researcher clearly understands what you alogist, and the author of four books, “Find- accurate research because of the information The first person did a great job finding a want them to accomplish. ing Grandma’s European Ancestors,” “Find that they have stored in their memories. It will marriage record that broke down a brick wall • Give all known facts that you have. (If Your Family History,” “Polish Genealogy,” be difficult for an outside researcher to access that allowed me to expand my family his- you are not sure that a piece of informa- and “Memories of Dziadka.”

GENEALOGY NOTEBOOK POLISH CAN BE FUN / Robert Strybel

Learn the Latest excellent condition — a gift literally groups and libraries in the Midwest. falling down from heaven. A graduate of the University of Il- Fill in the Blanks! in DNA Analysis Genealogist Waldemar linois with a master’s from North- Chorążewicz has led an effort to dig- ern Illinois University. Steve is a This month we will test your vo- matka, syn. NEW BRITAIN, Conn. —The cabulary in different areas. Several • BUILDINGS: dom, garaż, Polish Genealogical Society of Con- itize these books. There is no prior member of the Northwest Suburban agreement in place with the Diocese Genealogy Society, Illinois State words in a given field will be pro- kościół. necticut and the Northeast, Inc., and vided and you are requested to add • OCCUPATIONS: piekarz, the Endowed Chair of the Polish and of Łomża to allow for publication of Genealogical Society (ISGS) and parish records on the internet. After the Polish Genealogical Society of as many Polish words in that cat- nauczyciel, policjant. Polish American Studies at Central egory as you can. Don’t cheat by us- • COLORS: czerwony, czarny, Connecticut State University invite several months of negotiations led America (PGSA). He has authored by Dorian Olszewski, they agreed six books on genealogy and is the ing a dictionary or Google, because biały. all genealogical researched to learn the point is to find out where your • HOUSEHOLD PETS: pies, about forensic genealogy and the to a compromise. The books have genealogy columnist for the Pol- been photographed by the fellow ish American Journal. Most Friday own strengths and weaknesses are. kot, papużka. latest innovations in DNA analysis. For instance, if we were do- • CLOTHING: koszula, spodnie, Colleen Fitzpatrick, Ph.D., is an genealogist Wawrzyniec Myśliński. mornings he can be found as a ge- Images of the records will be made nealogy volunteer at the Arlington ing this in English and you got the sukienka. internationally recognized forensic words of the following vegetables: How many could you think of? genealogist, the founder of Iden- available for a fee by the priest. Heights Memorial Library. Chorążewicz’s team will index You can attend this presentation in beet, cucumber and bean, you Which group did you add the most tifinders International. As a world would probably have no trouble items to? Now check your spell- traveler and multi-lingual, Fitz- the entire collection and the index person or register for the webinar at: adding: cabbage, lettuce, turnip, ing in a dictionary or online. Have patrick specializes in international for the village, which will be en- https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ carrot, potato, squash, peas, rad- someone whose knowledge of Pol- cases. She has researched in over tered into the Geneteka website with register/3138575008623992321 ish, corn, parsnip, asparagus, ish is more or less at your level do 50 countries, assists nonprofits, all the key data. Researchers are in rutabaga, Brussels sprouts, spin- the same test. You’ll find the an- military organizations, attorneys, the process of indexing the record Immigration Study and history of the parish, which they ach, cauliflower, broccoli, kale and swers in the next installment of this and law enforcement with cold case Under the auspices of Dr. Thema maybe a few more. Doing the same column. work, forensic identification, and will present to the parish priest. Bryant-Davis, Pepperdine Univer- —Polish Genealogy / Facebook in Polish will probably be quite a locating hard-to-find individuals. sity’s Culture and Trauma Research different story, but give it a go any- WORDS OF WISDOM Fitzpatrick has appeared in hun- Lab has contacted PGSA in a search way! Note: spelling here is not that Szlifuj polszczyznę! dreds of domestic and international PGSA Meeting for descendants of European immi- important – the main thing is wheth- newspapers and magazines, and on Topic: Polish grants who emigrated post World er you have a rough idea of what the Please send all questions and international radio and television Immigration to America War II and would be interested in word sounds like. comments to: [email protected] or programs. August 14, 2016 participating in their study. The • FRUIT: jabłko, gruszka, airmail them to: Robert Strybel, ul. The seminar will be presented 2:00-4:00 p.m. goal of the study is to have a better śliwka. Kaniowska 24, 01-529 Warsaw, Po- Sat., Oct. 22, 2016 at the Institute Arlington Heights understanding of the long-term im- • FAMILY MEMBERS: ojciec, land. of Technology, Business and De- Memorial Library pact of specific immigration factors. velopment at Central Connecticut Hendrickson Room To take part you have to be 18 years SURNAME CORNER State University, 100 Main Street - 500 N. Dunton Ave. of age or older and have a parent or 3rd floor. (Please note this event is Arlington Hts., IL 60004 grandparent who emigrated from taking place at CCSU’s downtown When did your Polish ancestors any of the following countries: Ger- Attention: Students, Parents, Teachers, Clubs ... campus and not the main campus). immigrate? What was their port of many, Poland, Czech Republic and The fee is $20.00. Refreshments departure? Why did they leave? Slovakia (Czechoslovakia), Austria, A good back-to-school project? will be served. Free parking is avail- How did they get here? Hungary or Romania, to the United Finding out all about your last origin. able. Along with discussing the histo- States between 1945-1952 name might make an interesting and You will also get a useful ge- To view the lectures, Colleen ry of Poland, speaker, Steve Szaba- Potential participants are asked challenging class or personal proj- nealogical contact chart which will Fitzpatrick’s biography and regis- dos, will provide insight and possi- to initially complete a 15-20 minute ect in the new school year. If your put you in touch with genealogical tration form, please go to www.pg- ble answers to questions about your online survey for which they will immigrant ancestors came from Po- researchers who can help you track sctne.org ancestors’ immigration. All three receive a $10 Amazon or Starbucks land, a custom-researched surname down your family records in Po- For more information, please Polish partitions are covered and gift card for its completion. analysis will explain the meaning land, photograph and/or videotape email Diane Szepanski, Seminar the material will hopefully clear up If you have questions or would of your last name, how it originat- ancestral homesteads and graves Chair, at [email protected]. your confusion as to what your Pol- like more information, please con- ed, how many people use it, where and possibly even turn up long-lost ish ancestors listed as their country tact either Melissa Duguay (818) they are from and whether a coat of relations. A Gift From Heaven of birth on early U.S. Documents. 971-9877 / Melissa.Duguay@pep- arms goes with it. If one is found, For a custom-researched analy- Sometimes genealogists’ dreams A brief history of most of the perdine.edu or Mia Singer at mjs- you well receive a full-color image sis of your surname, please airmail do come true. departure and arrival ports will be [email protected]. of the crest and an explanation of its a $19 personal or bank (cashier’s) The registers of the parish in given as well as details of life in check or money order (adding $12 Lipniki, Poland from the years 1838 steerage during the voyage. Finally, for each additional name you wish -1889 were lost during World War he will discuss the examination pro- to have researched) to: Robert Stry- II. The pastor was murdered by the cedures that immigrants had to go bel, ul. Kaniowska 24, 01-529 War- Nazis in a concentration camp, and through in order to gain admittance saw, Poland; research60@gmail. he was the only person who could to the United States. com. know something in this matter. Steve Szabados is a genealogy In 1986 the rectory was reno- lecturer and author. He has traced DID YOU KNOW? vated. Workers began to demolish a his ancestors back to the 1600s in When introduced to wooden ceiling covered with reeds New England and 1730s in Poland, someone it is custom- and plaster. Suddenly a secret safe Germany, Bohemia and Slovenia. ary to say “bardzo mi miło” collapsed and on the floor spilled His goal is to share his passion for or “bardzo mi przyjemnie” out the parish books from the years family history. He has given numer- (“pleased to meet you”). 1838-1889. They were preserved in ous presentations to genealogical 16 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016

Thank You OBITUARIES The family of Larry Wroblewski expresses its Eugene Obidinski Msgr. Bernard Witkowski sincere thanks ROCKIN’ROCKIN’ to friends and Professor of Sociology, Promoter of Polish Heritage was 81 family for their prayers, cards, POLKASPOLKAS PAJ Contributing PHILADELPHIA contributions, with — Msgr. Bernard E. Editor, Author food and many Witkowski, 81, former MIKE & GEORGE PASIERB acts of kindness pastor of St. Ladislaus t h r o u g h o u t Parish and St. John Larry’s illness Cantius Parish, both WXRL and passing. in Philadelphia, died June 17. Words cannot express how much we appreciate your support 1300 AM Born in Philadel- LANCASTER-BUFFALO phia, the son of the late and sympathies. The love shown Bernard A. and the late by so many is helping to ease our SAT. 2:00-3:00 p.m. Marie (Glowacz) Wit- sorrow and heal our hearts from SUN. 7:00-8:00 p.m. kowski, he attended our devastating loss. St. Adalbert School, Special thanks to Fr. Walter Grabowski, Fr. Thaddeus Boci- Listen to the Northeast Catho- Msgr. Bernard E. Witkowski presenting a gift to anowski, Fr. Matt Nycz, and Fr. lic High School and Pope John Paul II during the pontiff’s visit to David Krzeszowski. Thanks to the St. John Kanty Prep Philadelphia in 1979. Witkowski first met Woytla Wentland Funeral Home. We thank BIG TONY POLKA SHOW School in Erie before in 1976, when the future saint was a cardinal. entering St. Charles the North Collins Volunteer Fire WJJL 1440 AM Borromeo Seminary. Company for their presence during raphy on his life. In it Cardinal Woj- Niagara Falls / Buffalo, NY He was ordained at the Cathedral the Fireman’s Last Call service and tyla greets Father Witkowski saying SUNDAY EVENING NORTH GREENBUSH, N.Y. — of SS. Peter and Paul by Archbishop in the balloon caption, “Bless you, it Funeral Mass Honor Guard. 5:00 p.m. Dr. Eugene Edward Obidinski, 82, John Krol on May 19, 1962. His fi rst is so good to see you again, Father.” The luncheon hosted by the died June 13, 2016, at Van Rensse- assignment was in hospital ministry Msgr. Witkowski also chaired North Collins Fireman, North Col- laer Manor after a long illness. at All Saints Chapel, Philadelphia, the Polish liturgical committee at lins School community and Holy Send all promotional material to Born in Buff alo, he was son of followed by teaching at Cardinal the Congress and authored a play, Spirit Parish was wonderful. Tony Rozek the late Eugene J. Obidinski and O’Hara High School. “The Miracle of the Bread,” that Thank you again for all you con- 78 Cochrane St. Jane Manka Obidinski, and hus- All of his subsequent assign- was presented during the Congress. tinue to do to support our grieving Buffalo, NY 14206 band of Cynthia Runas Obidinski ments were connected with Polish “Bernie was always so involved family. for nearly 50 years. He was raised in ministry, beginning with adminis- with the Polish people,” remembers God bless you all! For advertising information, call trator at the National Shrine of Our Msgr. John Conahan, a seminary Scranton, Pa. and resided in Oneon- Basia, Amelia, Isabelle, (716) 824-6092 ta from 1970-2014. He earned his Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, classmate who also served with and Sabrina Wroblewski [email protected] Bachelor’s degree from Penn State during a period of fi nancial diffi cul- Msgr. Witkowski on the Cardinal in 1955, his Master’s Degree from ty when Cardinal Krol was oversee- O’Hara faculty and the two were Fordham University and his Doc- ing its reorganization. best of friends for more than half a torate from the State University of Msgr. Witkowski subsequently century. New York at Buff alo in 1967. served as pastor of St. Ladislaus “Monsignor Witkowski devoted EVERGREEN Dr. Obidinski was a Professor of Parish, Philadelphia, and fi nally St. his whole life to promoting Polish FUNERAL HOME, INC. Sociology at the State University of John Cantius Parish, Philadelphia, heritage,” said Michael Blichasz, until his 2010 retirement. 131 NASSAU AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11222 New York at Oneonta for 25 years president of Philadelphia’s Polish Earlier in his career he accompa- and previously at Cedar Crest Col- American Heritage Center. “His (718) 383-8600 nied Cardinal Krol on a visit to Po- idea was America is not a melting lege, Gannon University (Erie, Pa.) land, where he became acquainted pot, it is a mosaic, and that’s some- Leslie P. Rago Gigante, Director and Penn State Scranton. with Cardinal Karol Wojtyla. thing that makes it outstanding as a He was passionate about Pol- COMPLETELY AIR-CONDITIONED He later participated in the ar- nation.” ish American culture and wrote for rangement for 29 Polish bishops, in- AERATION FLOWER CONTROL SERVICES He also had great concern for AVAILABLE IN ALL COMMUNITIES many publications, including the cluding Cardinal Wojtyla, to attend the elderly, the poor and the unem- Polish American Journal, where he the Eucharistic Congress held in ployed, said Blichasz, and tried to served as a Contributing Editor. He Philadelphia in 1976. This led to an make the church their contact. co-authored a book, Polish-Ameri- unusual distinction as probably be- “He always talked about hav- can Folkways, with Helen Zand. He ing the only American priest ever to ing faith and he was devoted to was awarded the Haiman Memo- be depicted in a Marvel comic book. Our Lady of Czestochowa and said rial Medal by the Polish American It happened after Cardinal Woj- when you lose your faith you lose Historical Association for an out- tyla became Pope John Paul II and your ability to communicate,” Bli- standing contribution to the fi eld of Marvel put out a comic book biog- chasz said. Polish-American studies. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed spending time in his garden. He achieved his goal of traveling to all 50 states. In Jurek-Park Slope Funeral Home, Inc. • Newly Decorated Chapel Facilities addition, he served as a board mem- • Our 24-Hour Personal Services Are ber of Community Maternity Ser- Available In All Communities vices at Catholic Charities. • At-Home Arrangements Interment is in St. Peter & Paul • Insurance Claims Handled Cemetery, Scranton, Pa. • Social Securi� & Veteran’s Benefits Contributions in his memory Promptly Expedited may be made to the Catholic Chari- • Monument Inscriptions Asce� ained ties, 40 North Main Ave., Albany, 728 4th Ave., Brooklyn, NY • (718) 768-4192 NY 12203. DORIS V. AMEN, LICENSED FUNERAL DIRECTOR

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POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL “Scrubby” Seweryniak Passes BUFFALO, N.Y. — Polka legend In 1970, Trojak was called to mili- Dave “Scrubby” Seweryniak passed tary service, and Seweryniak took away following the re-emergence of over leadership of The Dyna-Tones. cancer, July 22. The popular enter- Seweryniak and The Dyna-Tones tainer, who rose to fame as the front won numerous awards from the In- man for the Dyna-Tones polka band, ternational Polka Association, the was 68. United States Polka Association, Raised in the Polish American the Polish American press, and oth- enclave of East Buffalo, Seweryn- ers. He earned many male vocalist DEDICATED TO THE PROMOTION AND CONTINUANCE OF POLISH AMERICAN MUSIC iak was exposed to polka music at awards. In 1992, the Dyna-Tones’ an early age. When the Band Plays a Polka was He began on accordion at age 6, nominated for a Grammy award by For a Few Days, Life Was a Beach first teaching himself, and then tak- the National Academy of Record ing formal lessons. Later, in his ear- Arts and Sciences. by Larry Trojak ee joking about the lengths to which past, the crowds were large, and rau- ly teens, he saw a performance by From 1985-87, Seweryniak was If, as so many say, polkas are the Dombrowskis will go to ensure cous, the air conditioning was never Li’l Wally Jagiello, and was awed a member of Sunshine, and record- a great way to unwind, and a trip things are just right. up to the task, and the phrase “I re- by the Chicago polka star’s cha- ed with that polka band. to the beach is the quintessential When thing start in earnest on member one time here . . .” was on risma, singing, and concertina play- His performances on stage were American form of relaxation, then Thursday, the focus shifts to the the lips of almost everyone. ing. He asked his father if he could at times outrageous, and loved by combining the two would seem a large, clean, sandy beach itself Testimony to how unique this learn concertina. His dad obliged, fans. Among his most popular an- recipe for literally getting away which (not coincidentally) is direct- festival is, one of the most charm- and Seweryniak began lessons with tics were the donning of a muumuu, from it all. Dick Pillar discovered ly adjacent to a tent/pavilion which ing aspects of the Ocean Beach Ex- Frank Stanczewski, considered one a cape, and imitations of Li’l Wally this decades ago when he launched hosts polka bands daily from late perience doesn’t even occur at the of the masters of the instrument. and other polka stars. Seweryniak his annual “Pillar Polkabration,” a morning until mid-afternoon. Imag- park itself. In much the same way The concertina became Seweryn- credited Liberace as the inspiration beachside polka fest that, at its peak, ine a spring break-like atmosphere Chicago musicians used to gather iak’s main instrument for the bal- for his costume clowning. spanned 11 days and drew over with Matt’s All-Star Jam Band at Mt. Pindo’s after their gigs, or ance of his career. In 1970, Seweryniak helped 30,000 attendees. Held at Ocean or Freeze Dried replacing their Buffalo counterparts would In1965, he formed his own band, found the Buffalo Polka Boosters, Beach Park in New London, Conn., Daft Punk as the music of convene at Texas Red Hots on the Dave Seweryniak Trio. In 1968, which is still active today. He was Polkabration was a must-attend for choice. Sporadic outbreaks Harlem, for decades scores of he met Larry Trojak, who at the time inducted in the International Polka every avid polka fan, and something of people congregating to polka fans and bands alike, was the leader of Buffalo’s Casinos. Association’s Polka Music Hall of of a benchmark for aspiring polka do shooters — complete have been heading over That same year, Seweryniak joined Fame in 1994. Seweryniak retired bands that they’d made it to the next with mostly unintelligible to Ocean Pizza after mu- Trojak’s band, and changed the from playing but made guest ap- level in their budding careers. When cheers —certainly add to sic’s end. This quaint name to Larry Trojak’s Dynatones. pearances with the band and others. Pillar stopped holding Polkabra- that vibe. Greek-owned restau- tion at Ocean Beach (he held it for When the after- rant serves as the fo- several subsequent years at other noon’s festivities wrap cal point for folks TOLEDO POLONIA / Margaret Zotkiewicz-Dramczyk venues, including a nearby casino), up, those who hope to rehash the day’s it left a void in the heart — and itin- to last the dura- events, get food erary — of polka fans everywhere. tion, grab some into alcohol- Touch of Brass Reunites for Picnic Enter Richie and Wally Dombrows- food before head- soaked bellies, or ki, co-leaders of the hugely popular ing into the ball- simply hope a jam TOLEDO, Ohio — Success! Af- trimmings. A Polish baked goods Polka Country Musicians (PCM). room for the eve- session breaks out ter months of careful planning, the area featured coffee cakes, various Three years ago, recognizing that ning’s performances. — which it often does. Toledo Area Polka Society (TAPS) rolls, chrusciki, and kolacky. The polka fans still pined for polkas at Once one of the East Coast’s Ocean Pizza has always Second Annual Polish Summer Pic- bar sold a solid variety of Polish and the beach (and not just any beach, most charming beachfront ball- been a part of the very fabric of nic took place June 17 and 18 at domestic beer, wine, and soft drinks. but that particular one), they, in a rooms— complete with wooden Polkabration and Richie and Wally Oak Shade Grove in Oregon. With As this was a two-day event, the sense, re-launched Polkabration, dance floor and athletic-style spec- were wise (again) to consult with the weather on our side, the board festival continued into Saturday. rebranding it Ocean Beach Park tator bleachers — the current venue its owners in advance to ask them and committee chairs anticipated a Bands featured were Ray Jay & the Polka Days. The response was solid has been “re-done,” perhaps to make to remain open past their usual 10 good crowd for the weekend. With Carousels and Randy Krajewski & enough to have the brothers Dom- it more wedding reception-friendly. p.m. closing time and know what to the featured bands being A Touch Badinov. New to this year’s event browski bring it back for a second However, the ballroom and the un- expect. To do Ocean Beach without of Brass, reuniting after four years was a Children’s Area and a per- year, at which point it became ob- changed beach-view bar adjacent Ocean Pizza is akin to visiting Ve- (Friday); plus Ray Jay & the Car- formance by the Echoes of Poland vious that “Ocean Beach” was once to it still retain much of their old gas without playing the slots or see- ousels and, Randy Krajewski & Folk Song and Dance Ensemble on again a part of the polka vernacular magic and its impact is downright ing the Fountains at Bellagio. Badinov, (Saturday); expectations Saturday. In addition to the local au- and the polka-going public was only infectious. This year’s performanc- It’s been said that without risk were assuredly surpassed. dience, polka fans from points east too willing to embrace it as a yearly es by Polka Country Musicians, The there is no reward. There’s little The long-awaited reunion of To- and north in Ohio and Michigan destination. Boys, Polka Family, Freeze Dried, doubt that Richie and Wally took ledo’s A Touch of Brass began just showed up. IPA Tribute Band, The Knewz, Mae- a huge gamble in assuming Ocean as the crowd grew into the hundreds And it seemed like it had ended AS A PRIMER to those who’ve stro’s Men, Eddie Forman Orches- Beach Park Polka Days would be on Friday. From the moment the almost as soon as it had begun. never had the pleasure, the Ocean tra and the aforementioned Matt’s welcomed again. Judging from the five guys took the stage, excitement While board members and volun- Beach experience has a number of All-Star Jam Band, were, without attendance at this year’s event, it lingered in the air. Family members teers tore down signs, stacked chairs components to it. To whet the polka exception, impressive. Bands rise would seem that question has been and fans of the band — many of and tables, and cleared the garbage, appetite, festivities start on Wednes- to any given occasion and Ocean definitively answered. Here’s - hop whom wore reunion t-shirts created smiles came out on exhausted fac- day evening with “house band” Beach, touting a nice combination ing the rewards are commensurate by a friend of the band — crowded es as the second picnic concluded. PCM performing on the boardwalk. of great acoustics and storied past with the effort they put into it and the stage, and people who had not As we look forward to next year’s Under the stars, with a warm ocean (Bill Czerniak’s Polka Soul would that polkas at Ocean Beach are here been out to hear polkas in a while event, we would like to say a great breeze wafting over the area, the drive 25 hours each way in a Chevy to stay. To the Dombrowski fam- enjoyed reminiscing to the music. big “thank you” to all of those who scene could not be more pleasant, Suburban to perform), seems to re- ily and their excellent staff: you’ve Three food vendors sold every- attended. Mark your calendars for nor more welcoming. This year’s sult in groups consistently bringing proven that sometimes you can go thing from taco pierogi to kielbasa the same time, next year — Father’s blood-red moon rising and reflected their “A-Game” and fans reacting back again. Kudos on a job well burgers to golabki and Polish-style Day Weekend. in the bay had more than one attend- accordingly. As if in a nod to the done! chicken dinners, replete with all the An Interview with Badinov’s Randy Krajewski Manifesto. noun, a public decla- Q: What musicians are in- influence on both my playing and Q: How do you respond to ration of policy and aims volved in the making of the music more generally, on me. “Wow” was those who say that there is no Randy Krajewski and Badinov on this project? brought to me by Rich Bernier and I room in polka for modern, pop/ are putting the finishing touches RK: Badinov regulars — An- just had to do it! rock or other influences in the on the band’s second studio release drew Pawlak, Jimmy Rutkowski, Q: Where are you recording music? called Manifesto. This CD is sched- Jimmy Mackiewicz Jr., and Matt and who is engineering this effort? RK: I say there is room for ev- uled for a late summer release and Gury are all involved. In addition, RK: We are tracking at Smooch- erything if it is done with taste, contains some classic numbers, sev- Rich Benkowski, Dan Gury, Ed- ies Cavern studios in Dearborn, quality and respect for cultural eral new, original tunes, and maybe die Biegaj, and Eric Hite also make Michigan. Our drummer, Matt roots. I say polka needs to reinvent even a surprise or two. For those appearances. Performances from Gury, is engineering as well as play- itself in an attempt to garner a larger, who say “why,” “when,” “how” and Toledo-native guitarist/singer/song- ing drums and some bass guitar on younger and more diverse audience. “oh my,” Randy answers some fre- writer Tim Oehlers, and Toledo pop these sessions. He is a multi-talent- If this genre of music is to survive quently asked queries. music mainstay Kevin Korecki on ed young man, and our association and thrive, there has to be musical piano and Hammond B-3 are addi- is producing some fine results. growth, experimentation and out- Q: Why has it been so long tional highlights. Q: Tell us about “The Gift of side-the-box thinking. For me, Cru- since Badinov has released a new Q: What three words best de- Life” polka. doesn’t seem that Badinov follows sade opened the door, Freeze Dried product? scribe this recording? RK: For last year’s Lisa Biskup this trend. Why? took the hand off and ran with it, and RK: Although we all would pre- RK: Original, diverse, and pro- benefit, I put a band together called RK: I love Eddie B’s music and now, Badinov is pleased to be able fer to devote more time to polka, gressive. Accordions-A-Go-Go, and this sound, but for me, nobody played to further “the cause.” family and job obligations really Q: Don Cialkoszewski’s (the original song was the final tune of and sang it like he did. Between my Q: What does the future hold take their toll on availability. We Polish Kid) tune “Wow” can be our set. It was written to honor Li- writing and Andy Pawlak’s original in store for Badinov? knew it was time to get busy and found on this disc. What is your sa’s memory and is included on this music, we have a lot to say. Badi- RK: Badinov plans on continu- schedules cooperated in such a way connection to Don? album. nov tries to push the boundaries a ing to entertain locally (while mak- that we were able to invest the time RK: I took lessons from Don at Q: These days, the Eddie Bla- bit, and give the listeners something ing an occasional road trip) and to and effort necessary to craft a new the age of 12 and always admired zonczyk library is a popular place new and different to ponder while produce more new music in the fu- statement from Badinov. his style and talent. He was a big for groups to mine for material. It still remaining true to our roots. ture. 18 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016

DANCE TIME / Jen Pijanowski HOME ON LAGRANGE Robert “Bob” Zielinski Milwaukee Festival Exceeds Expectations Inducted in CCHS Hall The Milwaukee Polish Festival by Randy Krajewski once again exceeded my expecta- Greetings from North Toledo’s tions when I attended in mid-June. Polish village, known as “Lagrin- It is truly a celebration of all things ka.” Here’s the latest polka word on Polish and completely immerses the street — Lagrange Street that is. you in the traditions and customs Toledo’s Central Catholic High of the country. Five stages and School 2016 Music Hall of Fame vast grounds allow plenty of room banquet and awards ceremony was for Polish dancers, artisans, vocal held July 24. Our departed brother- groups, orchestras, and most impor- of-the-note, tantly lots of polka music. The bill Robert “Bob” Zie- of entertainment was overwhelm- linski (class of 1958), was post- ing for a polka fan who wants to humously inducted at that time. take in as much music as possible. As polka fans well remember, Bob Polka Country, Polka Family, Bernie Gorak II and Bernie Gorak III Lenny and Paulina Zielinski Rory Szukalski, Kim Larsen, and was the accordionist/leader of the Carla Lonski Kingsmen for over 25 years in The Knewz, Polka Generation, ing “I Have a Polish Boyfriend.” family band utilizing the talents of Box On, Squeezebox , John Gora, Toledo. He co-hosted a polka ra- Her talent and professionalism were Bernie Gorak on drums, son Ber- muth’s Heritage Park at Harvey dio show on WGOR with his wife Tony Blazonczyk’s New Phaze, stellar — she didn’t miss a note and nie II on bass, and grandson Bernie Kern Pavilion. Dancing and music Buffalo Touch, and the IPA Trib- Joyce for many years as well. Bob her beautiful voiced carried perfect- III on concertina. These three gen- are continuous all day as fans can was a fan and proponent of the East ute Band all performed over the ly with the band. John is one of my erations of Polish musicians epito- take a break and enjoy the beautiful course of the weekend. Coast style of polka, and he had a favorite performers and his encour- mize what it means to continue the sights of this city’s centerpiece park. great affinity for the sound and style agement to Alli was un- music and traditions of their culture. As if that wasn’t enough enter- of Cleveland’s Ray Budzilek band. mistakable. While watch- They each spoke with much tainment, the second weekend hosts Bob’s music was a Toledo-Cleve- ing her performance, it pride about carrying on their fam- Squeezebox with Molly B, Leon land-East Coast composite. The was delightful to watch ily legacy through traditional polka Olsen, Frank Moravcik, and Fred Kingsmen recorded many albums, her proud dad supporting music. Through the stylings of the Ziwich performing upbeat pol- and Bob gave me the opportunity her as she stepped on the famous Chicago bands which in- kas. The addition of the Fabulous to travel and record with him exten- stage. spire them, it is clear to see that this Hubcaps brings a welcome mix of sively during my formative years. As it seems that our family will continue making music oldies and classic rock to this long- Congratulations to my friend polka audience is grow- for years to come. The amount of running festival. Both the music and Bob, and thank you sir, for the li- ing older, it is refresh- respect that these men have for one the small town friendliness of this brary of fine music that you have ing to see the Vineckis another is apparent. Bavaria-in-Michigan village will left us. Thanks also for the generosi- working together to have you eager to return. ty and instruction that you bestowed keep polka music alive FRANKENMUTH FUN. You are Lauren and Kaitlyn Esula, with dad Zen. upon this accordion player. in their family. The ef- not alone if one of your favorite IPA IN BUFFALO. Buffalo will Did you know that Eddie “Baba- fect on the crowd is evident when summer events is the Franken- once again play host city to the In- I spent much of my time going loo” Biegaj is fronting a band from this family takes the stage. As each muth Summer Music Fest. This ternational Polka Association’s behind the drums? Well, it’s true! from stage to stage to enjoy the mu- of their children is highlighted, the event which draws over 25,000 an- yearly convention. With three fun- sic from each of the bands for a set The group is called “Heroes,” and tables and chairs gradually empty as nually will be held from August 11- filled days for polka lovers, the Mil- features the talents of Rick Gazda, or two. Luckily this year brought the crowd nears the stage. Parents 13, as well as August 18-20, 2016. lennium Hotel will be transformed beautiful weather which made it a Chuck Pendrak and other East Coast Rick and Alicia take a back seat Not only is this event packed with into a polka lover’s paradise. style veteran players. Their set list is breeze to attend the festival from the to these talented children who are outstanding polka entertainment but Music by John Gora, The Beat, time it opened until the last band had comprised mostly of Eastern Style following the legacy of their par- this charming town can transport Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push, polka tunes, but also contains faith- cleared the stage. Although I could ents and grandparents. From oldest you to a quaint German village with- Eddie Forman Orchestra, Mu- write for hours about the talents of ful renditions of Chicago’s Naturals to youngest each one plays one or out the cost and long plane ride. It is sic Company, Buffalo Concertina and Kryger Brothers classics. each of these bands, it is impossible more instruments and contributes obvious why Frankenmuth’s nick- All Stars, Polka Country Musi- to do in just one article. Therefore Biegaj, who is also Heroes lead their singing talents as well. Being name is Little Bavaria the minute cians, The Knewz, The Boys, and vocalist, has always been an Eastern I want to highlight on a few of my a longtime fan of Polka Family, it is you enter this city. The shops and the IPA Tribute Band will offer favorite memories of the weekend. fan and plays drums in that genre obvious that Alex has been study- restaurants are reminiscent of Old attendees much for their admis- quite proficiently. Their debut gig While watching John Gora per- ing his Uncle Hank for years, as his World Germany with their intricate sion. Buffalo is proud be hosting in Brick, New Jersey was a sellout form with Ted Lange playing accor- motions, and mannerisms mimic designs and beautiful use of wood. this prestigious event for the second and a follow up engagement there is dion in the band, John invited Ted’s Hank perfectly. Their high energy There are so many other attractions consecutive year. Our beautiful city scheduled for July 10 (call Bernie at daughter Alli on stage. She jumped show can create full-fledged fans af- to visit while in this area, including offers much more than wings and 732-901-9977 for tickets). right in mimicking John’s dance ter only one set. The Vineckis are a the world’s largest Christmas store mediocre sports teams. Our newly We’ll have to wait and see what moves on the stage and helped him role model to modern families who Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland. renovated waterfront and multiple these talented players are going to out with vocals while looking like don’t take the opportunity to spend A trip to this ethnic city is also new restaurants and breweries are book in the future, but I definitely she had performed with the band for needed time together. not complete unless you treat your- reinventing the city of Buffalo. With see a need and a niche in the field for years. Not only is she an absolutely I was lucky enough to meet an- self to a chicken dinner at Zehnder’s. over a dozen breweries, Buffalo is something different, and these guys beautiful girl but her upbeat spirit other fascinating talented family This family has been serving up de- becoming a craft beer haven for have the credentials and capabilities is evident through her charismatic when I was introduced to the father lectable food since 1928 and strives beer aficionados with equally amaz- to do their thing in today’s polka smile on stage. Next John show- and son duo from Polka Genera- to retain that same quality of food ing food being offered. arena. In addition to his role in He- cased her playing trumpet and sing- tions. The Gorak family started this and hospitality to this day. We are also only a quick 20-mile roes and the band Bavarski, look for Summer Music Fest is celebrat- drive to Niagara Falls. It is a short Eddie to be doing some work with ing its 29th anniversary, and to do day trip to this landmark and a must the Jimmy Sturr Orchestra this (602) 275-9329 so has brought together the best in for any out-of-town guest. You can summer. Dates are still being ironed polka music. enjoy the Falls by walking through Pulaski Club - Arizona Polka Family, Ampol out as Johnny Karas takes some Aires, Box On, Stephanie, The one of the parks or getting an up- time off from the polka road. 4331 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix • www.pulaskiclubaz.org close look from the Maid of the Mist Boys, Lenny Gomulka & Chicago The Polish Connection of Wis- 2016 EVENTS Push, New Brass Express, Polka or behind at Cave of the Winds. consin has released a new disc and Western New York has much to of- Country, Tony Blazonczyk’s called “Three Little Words.” This • SEPT. 11 — WELCOME BACK ”MEMBERSHIP DRIVE” /VETERANS provide non-stop enter- fer to make your trip to IPA a well- New Phaze seventh studio effort from the group APPRECIATION DANCE. FREE to Members and Veterans, 1st tainment on the first weekend of the rounded vacation, while indulging deserves a few words. Original, Responders, Gov. Employees. (Membership Meeting 12:30) Music: festival. Traditionally this weekend in your love of polkas. Don’t miss Varitones Dance Band 2:00–5:00 p.m. progressive songs, good vocal har- is filled with more Polish stylings out on this Labor Day festival, visit • SEPT. 24 — SKORPION BAND 7:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m. (non-Polka event). monies, and a polished sound make of dancing and music. Music starts www.ipapolkas.com or call (716) Call Mary Kiselus (602) 526-7321 for info. for an enjoyable audio experience. • OCT. 9 — PULASKI DAY DINNER & DANCE.Varitones Dance Band at 1:00 p.m. each day in Franken- 681-2400 for reservations. 3:00-6:00 p.m. DINNER 1:00-3:00 p.m., MEMBERS $15.00|NON- Check out the waltz offering enti- MEMBERS $20.00|KIDS 7-14 ½ PRICE|UNDER 7 FREE. RESERVATIONS tled “The Touch of Your Hand.” It’s REQUESTED (602) 909-4965, (602) 275-9329. a non-typical waltz selection from a • OCT. 30 — HALLOWEEN/COSTUME CONTEST Music: Sylvia’s Arizona polka band and a real breath of fresh Band 2:00-5:00 p.m. • NOV. 4 — MEET & GREET. DJ” Nickelcity” Dave 6:00 p.m. FREE. air. The Polish Connection’s, “Three “Polka Country Musicians” Little Words,” and they are; buy, lis- • NOV. 5 & 6 — POLKA COUNTRY MUSICIANS (Conn.). $12.00 at the ten and enjoy. door, both days 2:00-6:00 p.m. • NOV. 26 — “ANDRZEJKI” SKORPION BAND (non-Polka event) 7:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Call Mary Kiselus (602) 526-7321 for info. • DEC. 11 — CHRISTMAS DINNER & DANCE. JOHN FILIPCZAK & AZ CLASSICS 3:00-6:00 p.m. DINNER 1:00-3:00 p.m., MEMBERS $15.00|NON-MEMBERS $20.00|KIDS 7-14 ½ PRICE|UNDER 7 FREE. RESERVATIONS REQUESTED 602-909-4965, 602-275-9329 • DEC. 31 — ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION 7:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m. Call Mary Kiselus (602) 526-7321 for info. • POLISH WOMAN HERITAGE GROUP OF AZ. SEMINAR (women only) 7: 00 p.m. Sept. 8, Oct. 9, Nov. 10, Dec. 8. For more info. Bogusia Klecha 480-626-3188

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To list your event, please send date, AUGUST 5 AUGUST 11 SEPTEMBER 2 Doylestown, Pa. 12-4. (215) 345- band, location, times, and contact • Tony’s Polka Band. Sacred Heart/St. • Alex Meixner. Potts Banquet Hall. • John Gora/Mike Costa. Millennium 0600 number to [email protected]. Mary. New York Mills. N.Y. 6-11. (315) Cheektowaga. N.Y. 7-11. (716) 675- Hotel. Buff alo N.Y. (716) 681-2400 • John Stevens. Our Lady of Czesto- JULY 30 316-0506 6588 chowa. Doylestown, Pa. 4-8. (215) SEPTEMBER 3 345-0600 • Box On. Pulaski Park. Three Rivers, • Walt Groller. Evergreen CC. Fleet- AUGUST 12-14 • The Knewz/The Boys/IPA Tribute • Mike Surratt. Old Stein Inn. Edgewa- Mass. 2:30-6:30 wood Pa. 7-11. (610) 944-7501 • Steve Drzewicki/Veritones/New Band/Concertina All Stars. Millen- ter. Md. 4-8. (410) 798-6807 • Dennis Polisky. Lowell Folk Festival. • The Beat. Potts Banquet Hall. Buf- Brass Express/Misty Blues. Sweetest nium Hotel. Buff alo N.Y. (716) 681- • Dennis Polisky. PACC. Webster, Mass. 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(716) 9821 • Jimmy Sturr. Allentown Fair. Allen- • John Stevens. St. Johns. Larksville Pa. chowa. Doylestown, Pa. 12-4 (215) 668-9101 • Tony’s Polka Band. Sacred Heart/St. town, Pa. 2:30. (610) 433-7541 7-11. (670) 77-9620 345-0600 • Dennis Polisky. PACC. S. Deerfi eld, Mary. New York Mills. N.Y. (315) 316- SEPTEMBER 4 0506 AUGUST 13 • Chris & Ronnie. Our Lady of Czesto- Mass. 1-5:30. (413) 665-8735 • Eddie Forman/Lenny Gomulka/Mu- • Walt Groller. Musikfest. Bethlehem, • Jimmy Sturr. Hunter. Mtn. 12 noon. chowa. Doylestown, Pa. 4-8 (215) • Stephanie. Pulaski Park. Three Riv- sic Company/ Polka Country Musi- Pa. 12-4. (610) 332-1300 (800) 486-8376 345-0600 ers, Mass. 2:30-6:30 cians. Millennium Hotel. Buff alo. NY • Joe Stanky. Sacred Heart. Dupont, • Joe Stanky. Kielbasa Fest. Plymouth • Dennis Polisky. Spencer Fair. Spen- • Tony’s Polka Band. Polish Commu- (716) 681-2400 Pa. 7-11. (570) 654-3713 Pa. 4-6. (570) 719-9986 cer, Mass. 10 AM. (508) 885-5819 nity Club. Utica. N.Y. 2-6. (315) 732- • TKO. Our Lady of Czestochowa. 0087 • Concertina All Stars. Fun Fest. Sha- • New Direction. Spring Garden Park. • Eddie Forman. Stanley Park. West- ron, Pa. (716) 983-4815 East Aurora. N.Y. 4-10 fi eld,, Mass. 6-8. (413) 572-6263 AUGUST 7 AUGUST 14 Visit our On-line Bookstore at www.polamjournal.com • John Stevens. St. Nicks Grove. Prim- • Polka Country Musicians. Pulaski • Dennis Polisky. Pulaski Park. Three rose, Pa. 4-8. (202) 526-7811 Park. Three Rivers, Mass. 2:30-6:30 Rivers, Mass. 2:30-6:30 • PA Express. American Legion. Ros- • Mike Surratt. Old Stein Inn. Edgewa- • John Stevens. Musikfest. Bethlehem, siter, Pa. 2-6. (814) 938-9891 ter. Md. 4-8. (410) 798-6807 Pa. 12-3. (610) 322-1300 POLKAMOTION 2016 • Northern Lites. Pulaski Club. Dayto- • Mon Valley Push. Am. Legion. West • Alex Meixner. Musikfest. Bethlehem, Great news! Despite the fact that construction will prevent the na Beach. Fl. 2-5. (386) 258-7059 Brownsville Pa. 3-6. (724) 785-8333 Pa. 3:30-7. (610) 322-1300 annual Polkamotion by the Ocean festival from taking place at AUGUST 1 • Dennis Polisky. Evergreen CC. Fleet- • Jimmy Sturr. Funfest. Florida N.Y. the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center next September, arrange- • John Gora. St. Joseph Bakery. St. wood Pa. 2-6. (610) 944-7501 6:30 ments have been made to conduct polka dances at the nearby W. Catharines. Ont. TBA. (905) 937-4411 • Polka Family. K Pulaski Club. New • NJ Polka Stars. Warren Park. Wood- T. Spooner American Legion Post 17 Pavilion, 113 American Le- • Eastern Sound. Seashell Stage. Castle, Pa. (724) 658-6221 bridge. NJ. 6-7:30. (609) 424-0660 gion Rd, Lewes, DE, for the enjoyment of polka fans who still plan Hampton Beach. NH. 7-9:30. (603) • Fritz’s Polka Band. Musikfest. Bethle- AUGUST 16 to vacation at the ocean resort town. hem, Pa. 12-3:30, (610) 332-1300 642-4134 • Ed Guca. Polish Falcons. Depew. N.Y. • Buff alo Touch. 14 Holy Helpers. West • Phocus. Pott’s Banquet Hall. Cheek- 8-10:30. (716) 684-2373 POLKAMOTION 2016 MUSIC SCHEDULE towaga. N.Y. TBA. (716) 826-6575 Seneca. N.Y. 1-4. (716) 674-1670 Thur., Sept. 15: Polka Family (6:00-10:00 p.m.) • New Direction. Sanborn Hamlet, AUGUST 19 AUGUST 3 Cambria N.Y. 6-8 • Joe Stanky. St. Marys. Scranton, Pa. Fri., Sept. 16: Eddie Forman Orchestra (6:00-10:00 p.m.) • Eddie Forman. Town Common. with a special reunion performance by Charm City Sound. AUGUST 9 7-11. (570) 343-5151 Leicester,, Mass. 6:30-8:30 (508) 892- • Concertina All Stars. Erie County Fair. • The Knewz. Coca-Cola Field. Buff alo. Sat., Sept. 17: Polka Country Musicians (6:00-10:00 p.m.) 7021 Hamburg. N.Y. 1-4. (716) 649-3900 N.Y. 5-7. (716) 843-4373 • Dennis Polisky. Town Green. South- Adult admission for each dance is only $15 ($10 for youths 16 – 20; kids un- ington. Ct. 7-9 • Buff alo Touch. River Grill. Tonawa- AUGUST 20 nda. N.Y. 6:30. (716) 873-2553 • The Boys. Town Fair. Riverhead. LI. der 16 are free) and the full bar serves very reasonably priced drinks. Food • NJ Polka Stars. Thompson Park. will not be available but complimentary snacks will be served. There is Jamesburg. NJ. 2-3:30. (609) 424- AUGUST 10 5-11. (828) 658-2779 • John Stevens. St. Marys. Scranton, ample parking and the grounds provide space for a large crowd 0660 • NJ Polka Allstars. Baritan Bay Park. S. Pa. 5-9 (570) 343-5151 but seating is limited inside the pavilion on a first AUGUST 4 Amboy. NJ. 6:30-8:30 (609) 424-0660 come, first serve basis. Advance tickets are recom- • Special Delivery. Fundraiser for • The Eastern Sound. Ellis Park. York AUGUST 21 mended. Jolly Trolley will provide shuttle service Kristy Mazurek for Assembly. VFW Beach. Me. 7-9 • Dennis Polisky. Lion’s Pavilion. Hat- from Rehoboth Beach to Lewes for the dances Post 7275, 3741 Walden Ave, Lan- • The Knewz. Aurora Park. East Aurora. fi eld, Mass. 1-5. (413) 665-2129 but you must call (302) 227- 1197 or visit www. caster, NY (6-8) N.Y. 6-8 • The Knewz. Annunciation Church. jollytrolley.com/pay-per-seat to reserve and Elma. N.Y. 4-8. (716) 683-5254 pay for your seat. After each dance, polka DJ • The Boys. Pulaski Park. Three Rivers, parties will be conducted at Zogg’s Raw Bar & Mass. 2:30-6:30 Grill, 1 Wilmington Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE, from 11 pm – 1 am. And, • The Eastern Sound. St. Michaels. the annual “best ball” Polkamotion Open Golf Tournament will be con- Peabody, Mass. 12-5. (978) 532-3208 ducted as usual on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. • Joe Stanky. Cass Fairgrounds. Prim- rose Pa. 12-4. (530) 544-2211 For more information visit www.polkamotion.com and • John Stevens. VFW. Dupont, Pa. 2-6. (570) 654-5504 www.rbpolka.com or call Mike Matousek at (202) 246-7918. • Mon Valley Push. City Park. Mones- IN 2017, POLKAMOTION WILL BE BACK AT THE senla, Pa. 2-4 REHOBOTH CONVENTION CENTER. AUGUST 24 • Art Gaylor. Leonard Post. Cheektow- aga. N.Y. 7:30-10. (716) 684-4371 th AUGUST 24/25 48 Annual • John Stevens. Best Western. Matam- oras, Pa. 11:30-3:30. (318) 491-2400 AUGUST 26 International • Dennis Polisky. St. Andrew Bobola. Dudley, Mass. 1-5. (508) 943-5633 Polka • Tony’s Polka Band. German Flatts Town Park. Mohawk. N.Y. 5-9 • The Knewz. Holy Trinity. Erie, Pa. Association 6:30-10:30. (814-456-0671 AUGUST 27 • The Boys. Holy Trinity. Erie, Pa. 6:30- Festival & Convention 10:30. (814) 456-0671 • Dennis Polisky. VFW. Dalton, Mass. Millennium Hotel – Buffalo, New York 2-6. (413) 684-9714 716-681-2400 • Mon Valley Push. Riverfest Park. Cali- www.millenniumhotels.com/buffalo fornia, Pa. 11-1 • Jimmy Sturr. Otisville Fair. Otisville. Labor Day Weekend 2016 – Mark Your Calendars! N.Y. 6PM. (845) 386-1315 AUGUST 28 Friday, Saturday, Sunday, • Lenny Gomulka. St. Benedict’s September 2 September 3 September 4 Grove. Reading, Pa. (610) 775-4559 • Golden Tones. St. Mary’s. McAdoo, John Gora & Buffalo Concertina Eddie Forman Pa. 3-7. (570) 929-1014 Gorale All Stars Orchestra • The Boys. Roosevelt Hall. Norvelt, Pa. 3-7. (724) 861-5872 Mike Costa & IPA Tribute Band Lenny Gomulka &

• Polka Classics. Pulaski Club. Daytona The Beat Chicago Push The Boys Beach. Fla. 2-5. (386) 258-7059 Music Company • Dennis Polisky. Downtown. Holyoke, The Knewz Mass. 12:30-1:30 Polka Country • Concertina All Stars. Our Lady of Czestochowa. Tonawanda. N.Y. 1-4. Musicians (716) 693-3822 AUGUST 29 Tower rooms are available for $139 plus tax, per night when • The Eastern Sound. Seashell Stage. mentioning the IPA Polka Festival. Hampton Beach. NH. 7-9:30. (603) www.ipapolkas.com or www.facebook.com/ipapolkas 642-4134 20 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • AUGUST 2016

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ILLINOIS nual St. Casimir Alumni Picnic incidents during which thousands of Agrilife Extension Service, was RETURNS AS CHICAGO — You can witness will be held at the Wickliff e Italian feet of plumbing were swiped from honored with the highest award pre- ALICE. Mia one of Poland’s largest World War II American Club, 29717 Euclid Av- the vacant building. sented by the Republic of Poland to Wa s i k o w s k a re-enactments by joining historian enue, Sun., August 21. It is open to Investigators are trying to iden- a noncitizen. returns to the Jan Lorys on a Military History family, neighbors and former class- tify who broke into the property at At a ceremony in the gardens of role of “Alice” Tour of Poland, Sept. 10-25. mates. 225 Dexter St. in the Polish Village the Presidential Palace in Warsaw, in the fantasy Among the stops on the trip are: There will be a Polka Mass at and stole copper pipes. Mazurkiewicz was honored by Pol- adventure fi lm Gdańsk/Gdynia (Naval Museum; noon on the picnic grounds. En- Toledo police reported two pre- ish President Andrzej Duda with the Alice Through Allied Polish destroyer Błyskawica; tertainment for children and adults vious incidents between June 20 Medal of Merit for his eff orts in de- the Looking the fort Westerplatte, where World will be provided. Covered pavilion and 24. In the fi rst theft, someone veloping an agricultural partnership Glass. It is based on Through the War II began; two Teutonic Knights for the music, eating and dancing broke a chain lock from a door and between the U.S. and Poland. Looking Glass by Lewis and is the Castles); Bydgoszcz; Grudziądz; area, with music provided by the left with about 3,000 feet of copper A Regents Fellow and direc- sequel to the 2010 fi lm Alice in Warsaw; Sochaczew (reenactment Northcoast Mix, with Tony Czekan- plumbing. tor of the Texas Agricultural Life- Wonderland. The fi lm, released by of the Battle of Bzura between the ski (Class of 1967). There will be The second time, a thief smashed time Leadership program the Texas Walt Disney Pictures, is currently Polish Army and the Wehrmacht) “Balloon Art and Face Painting,” by a glass door and stole roughly 5,000 A&M AgriLife Extension Service, in theaters, and will be available on and others. Kathie Bee and “Euclid Beach Park feet of copper pipe and 14 toilet Mazurkiewicz said he is both “hum- DVD and On Demand. For a full itinerary, prices and Memorabilia” to enjoy along with valves. That theft resulted in a loss bled and honored by this recogni- their famous “Frozen Dairy Treat.” of about $10,000, police said. tion.” LOVE WAS IN THE AIR. The answers to other questions, e-mail: award-winning [email protected] A “Polish Lunch Menu” includes On July 5, someone kicked “Words cannot express the grati- choice of kielbasa, stuff ed cabbag- through a plywood-covered side tude I feel to be awarded the high- actor and pro- NEW YORK es, sauerkraut, pierogi, cabbage and door to enter the building. Police est medal, ‘the Medal of Merit’,” ducer Leonardo DiCaprio and NEW YORK — Two-time Pu- noodles, hot dogs, dessert and sodas are working to determine how much Mazurkiewicz said. “I know that Polish model litzer Prize winner Nicholas D. and water. Bring your own alcohol- copper was stolen. my great-grandparents are smiling Ela Kawalec Kristof is this year’s recipient of the ic refreshments. Free coff ee will be Zach Silka, a Diocese of Toledo down from heaven.” were seen this Jan Karski Spirit Award. available. Food will be served from spokesman, said the parish contin- Over the past six years, Ma- Spring in and Kristof is a highly respected 1:00-4:00 p.m. ues to assist police investigating the zurkiewicz said he has been “heav- around New journalist and New York Times col- A prize drawing will be held case. ily involved” in facilitating 35 bilat- York City, en- umnist, with an infl uential voice in at 5:00 p.m. 1st Prize is $500.00; United North Inc. previously an- eral visits to Texas by politicians, joying each drawing public attention to humani- 2nd Prize, $300.00; 3rd Prize, nounced plans to turn the former entrepreneurs, farmers and scien- other’s compa- tarian crises around the world. $200.00; there will also be side- school into a 44-unit apartment tists from the country to give them ny. Kawalec is He will be presented the award on boards and raffl es. complex for low-income senior citi- an opportunity to learn more about signed to Elite November 1, 2016 at the Tishman Tickets are $5.00 each, which in- zens. The school closed in 2005. American agriculture. Model Manage- Auditorium of The New School, 63 cludes admission to the grounds and — The Blade “[I am proud] to continue to ment in Miami, Fifth Ave. a chance at the cash drawing. Win- further my Polish heritage through TEXAS who have her The event is organized by the Jan ner need not be present to win. The agricultural education, developing listed on their Karski Educational Foundation in grounds are open until 8:00 p.m. COLLEGE business relations as well as form- website as Ella. Since July, how- collaboration with The New School For additional information, STATION (The ing partnerships and friendships be- ever, DiCaprio has been seen with for Social Research. Updates re- please call Dan Horn (440) 951- Eagle) — The tween the Republic of Poland and model Nina Agdal. garding this event will be posted on 1391, Rich Palcie (440) 748- great-grandson the Texas agricultural industry,” of Polish im- the Jan Karski Educational Founda- 1904, or Marcia Haymer (440) 477- Mazurkiewicz said in a statement. AND BABY MAKES FOUR. Ac- migrants, Jim tion’s website: www.jankarski.net. 4837. “We all play an important role in tor John Krasinski and wife Emily Mazurkiewicz TOLEDO — A copper theft from producing enough food and fi ber to Blunt (Into the Woods) celebrated OHIO (right) of the the former St. Hedwig’s School is feed the world. We can learn a lot their sixth anniversary, this time Texas A&M CLEVELAND — The 27th An- just the latest in a string of recent from each other in addressing the with two beautiful baby girls. 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