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Vol. LXXI No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 $1/$2 in Ukraine HE KRAINIANMajority of Ukraine’sEEKLY citizens Ukraine’sT economicU indicators point W against U.S.-led war in Iraq to robust growth in January-February by Roman Woronowycz factories in some industries, particulary by Roman Woronowycz circumstances.” Kyiv Press Bureau to electricity providers. Kyiv Press Bureau Another 10 percent said the operations In 2002 Ukraine’s economic expan- would be acceptable only if weapons of KYIV – Newly released indicators sion slowed to an annual rate of 4.1 per- KYIV – Not only are Ukrainians over- mass destruction were found on Iraqi ter- show that Ukraine’s economy has cent after hitting 9.1 percent growth in whelmingly against war in Iraq, but large ritory. Only 2.5 percent agreed that there returned to robust growth in the first two 2001. Last year’s slowdown was precipi- numbers of them also see no reason for is no good reason to invade Iraq. The poll months of this year, after an economic tated by a growth rate of only 3.6 percent having sent a Ukrainian army decontami- was conducted prior to the onset of the slowdown in 2002 had caused concern for January-February. The strong initial nation battalion to provide support Iraqi conflict, between February 27 and that a contraction may be imminent. figures for this year have led Ukraine’s should Saddam Hussein order a chemical March 9, and included 1,200 respondents Numbers released by the government Ministry of the Economy to raise its out- or biological attack against U.S. or from all the regions of Ukraine, with a on March 25 show that in the January- British troops in the region. sampling error of 3 percent. look for the year from 4 percent annual February time period the gross domestic These conclusions were revealed by Equally interesting were responses GDP growth to 6 percent. product (GDP) increased by 7.2 percent, several sociological surveys done in given to a survey conducted by the President Kuchma said he was partic- with 7.7 percent growth in January, fol- Ukraine in response to the onset of hos- Razumkov Center for Economic and ularly pleased with a sharp upturn in lowed by a 6.7 percent increase in tilities by a U.S. led coalition against Iraq Political Research which asked machine building, which he said has his- February. and its president. Ukrainians whether they support the torically been the cornerstone of a strong President Leonid Kuchma, speaking at A study conducted by the polling firm deployment of the Ukrainian Army’s Ukrainian economy. In the first two a regular monthly press briefing, praised Taylor, Nelson, Sofrez–Ukraine and 19th Battalion to the Persian Gulf to sup- months of 2003 the sector showed a pro- the government of Prime Minister Viktor funded by the non-governmental organi- port chemical and bacteriological clean- duction increase of 12 percent over 2002. Yanukovych for smoothing out the eco- zation Democratic Initiatives showed that up should such weapons of mass destruc- Industrial Policy Minister Anatolii tion be used. The Verkhovna Rada nomic bumps that had threatened contin- an astonishing 82 percent of Ukrainians ued economic expansion, but said that Mialytsia predicted on March 13 that the hold the view that “the military opera- (Continued on page 22) reforms needed to be completed to (Continued on page 22) tions in Iraq are not acceptable under any assure longer-term growth, which would put the country at a level of development comparable to other European countries. “The performance of the last two months has shown that the negative ten- “Songsby Roman of Woronowyczthe Underground”Near the Kyivfestival Conservatory, raises 14-year- awarenesspassers-by. They say of that poverty by playing on dencies of last year have been dealt Kyiv Press Bureau old Ihor Lobok plays his violin several the street they can earn a living, however with,” said President Kuchma. times a week. The wunderkind, who has meager, while perfecting their art and He noted that he remaines concerned KYIV – Halyna Lobova sings the twice been double-promoted at school attaining public exposure. about the continued large debt carried by “Ave Maria” nearly every day in the and is currently completing the 10th These are but a few of Ukraine’s underpass beneath the Khreschatyk that grade, performs on the square before the poverty-stricken citizens – the ones who connects the two sides of Independence building on a violin he borrows from the still retain initiative and hope. Many more Square. People have become familiar school he attends. He is raising money to have given up. Today they walk the Former minister arrested with her soaring soprano, which she has buy his own. streets during the day and dig through demonstrated at the spot for nearly five Down the road two teenage rockers trash containers, while at night they take on charges of corruption years – ever since she became a pension- scream a punk anthem accompanied by a illegal refuge in apartment buildings for a er. Many of them regularly give her a few Cone folk guitar. They use the instru- few hours of restless sleep. Others find coins as they pass by. ment’s case to hold donations from their sanctuary in a bottle and sleep where by Roman Woronowycz they drop. Kyiv Press Bureau There are few Ukrainian civic organi- KYIV – Ukrainian law enforcement zations that deal with the destitute – per- officials detained a former vice prime haps because most Ukrainians, according minister of agriculture on March 24 on to Western standards, are themselves charges of corruption and tax evasion. considered poverty-stricken. At least one The charges came after President Leonid group, however, has decided that some- Kuchma ordered an investigation into one must bring attention to the plight of reports of huge grain shortages in the the poorest Ukrainians. country. The Union of Humanists of Ukraine, The Procurator General’s Office has an organization of students and journal- charged Leonid Kozachenko with abuse ists, was recently formed with the self- of office for taking bribes for the illegal proclaimed aim of helping those in need. sale of grain to foreign buyers at reduced One of its first projects, held on February prices. He has also been charged with tax 5, was “Songs of the Underground,” a evasion for failing to declare 584,940 hrv festival of musicians who perform in as director general of the firm Kyiv’s underground walkways, at Metro UkrAgroBusiness. entrances and, generally, whereever the As vice prime minister in the govern- public gathers. In return, they receive ment of Anatolii Kinakh from June 2001 whatever passers-by offer – mostly coins, to November 2002, Mr. Kozachenko was but at times also fruits and sweets. in charge of agricultural policy. If con- The organization, which underscores victed he could face up to eight years that it is a non-profit group not connected to any political organization, scoured imprisonment on the first charge and 10 UNIAN years on the second. The case is one of Kyiv’s streets in preparation for the festi- Ihor Lobok, 14, who plays on the streets to raise money to realize his 90 such investigations Ukraine’s chief val, searching for those who were willing dream of owning his own violin, relaxes before appearing at the “Songs of law enforcement agency has been pursu- to come in from the cold for a day and the Underground” Festival. (Continued on page 3) (Continued on page 20) 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13

ANALYSIS NEWSBRIEFS U.S.-Ukraine relations: revitalization NEWSBRIEFS Ukrainian officers arrive in Kuwait Kinakh re-elected as party leader possible only after Kuchma retires KYIV – A group of 15 Ukrainian offi- KYIV – The third congress of the cers arrived in Kuwait on March 22 to Industrialists and Entrepreneurs Party of by Taras Kuzio percent), with Poland coming in at second prepare the deployment of a Ukrainian Ukraine on March 22 unanimously re- (79 percent). A December 2002 poll by the anti-nuclear, -biological, and -chemical elected former Ukrainian Prime Since Ukraine became an independent Kyiv International Institute for Sociology (NBC) battalion, ITAR-TASS reported. Minister Anatolii Kinakh as its leader, state in December 1991, U.S.-Ukraine rela- (KIIS) found that 61 percent held positive The officers will identify measures to be Interfax reported. Mr. Kinakh was the tions have undergone many changes, one attitudes toward the U.S., a figure still high taken to ensure the safety of Kuwaitis only candidate for the post. The con- reason being that U.S.-Ukraine relations but lower than the Pew poll. The KIIS poll and to gather information about the sani- gress also adopted a resolution that cannot be treated in isolation from U.S.- showed that in the decade between 1992 tary and epidemiological situation in the reads that the main goals of the party Russia relations. In the post-Soviet era when and 2002 there had been a decline of 20 area, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry told are its development as a nationwide U.S.-Russia relations were poor (1995- percent from the 81 percent positive view the news agency. The NBC battalion movement, protection of national eco- 1999) U.S.-Ukraine relations were good. of the U.S. in 1992. comprising 432 servicemen will stay in nomic and political interests, achieve- Conversely, when U.S.-Russia relations These positive views of the United Kuwait for at least six months in accor- ment of worthy and equal integration of were good (1992-1994, since 2001) U.S.- States have not prevented a deterioration in dance with an agreement between the Ukraine into the global community, cre- Ukraine relations were poor. Washington’s U.S.-Ukraine relations in Ukraine because two countries. It will not participate in ation of favorable terms for industrial current disappointment in Ukraine, there- foreign policy is developed by its elites combat actions and will only provide and entrepreneurial activity, the protec- fore, is little different to that of the early with no public input. A recent Razumkov humanitarian aid. (RFE/RL Newsline) tion of the rights of owners and 1990s under President Leonid Kravchuk investors, and transparent market com- poll cited in the March 8-14 edition of NBC battalion on the way to Kuwait when the United States also placed priority Zerkalo Nedeli found that 83.7 percent of petition. (RFE/RL Newsline) on relations with Russia in the CIS. Ukrainians feel they have no influence on KYIV – Two Ilyushin-76 transport air- There is little basis for poor U.S.- Rada condemns attack on Iraq the central government. The deterioration craft on March 25 began to airlift soldiers Ukraine relations at the popular level. of relations, therefore, is to be laid at the and equipment of the Ukrainian anti- Ukrainians do not hold great power ambi- KYIV – The Verkhovna Rada on feet of the Ukrainian elites and, to a lesser nuclear, -biological and -chemical (NBC) March 20 adopted – by a vote of 229 to 5 tions like Russians and do not see their extent, the mishandling of this relationship battalion to Kuwait, Interfax reported. country in competition with the United – a resolution condemning the U.S.-led by Washington. Within the next few days, two planes with attack on Iraq, Interfax reported. “The States. Russians also inherited the Soviet- troops and equipment on board are Bilateral realtions in 1994-1999 Verkhovna Rada demands that the mili- era superpower hostility to the United expected to fly to Kuwait every 24 hours, States. tary actions of the United States, Great During President Kuchma’s first term and the IL-76 planes could be replaced by Britain and other countries on the territo- A worldwide survey by the Washington- (Kuchma 1), there was a coincidence of more powerful Ruslan and Mria aircraft. ry of Iraq be immediately halted, and all based Pew Global Attitudes Project last interests that elevated U.S.-Ukraine rela- Defense Minister Volodymyr the foreign military formations be with- year found that of the six post-Communist tions to what was then called a “strategic Shkidchenko told journalists the same drawn from this country,” the resolution states surveyed, Ukrainians had the most partnership” wherein Ukraine was day that four servicemen of the battalion states. (RFE/RL Newsline) favorable opinion of the United States (80 described as the “linchpin” or the “key- have refused to go to Kuwait, “owing to stone in the arch” of European security. different reasons.” The Verkhovna Rada Ukraine-NATO target plan revealed Dr. Taras Kuzio is a resident fellow at U.S.-Ukraine relations improved in 1994- approved sending the NBC unit to KYIV – The official website of the the Center for Russian and East 1996 because the U.S. saw a reformer Kuwait last week. (RFE/RL Newsline) Foreign Affairs Ministry of Ukraine European Studies, University of Toronto. elected (Kuchma), whose government pro- Former vice PM arrested in grain probe (http://www.mfa.gov.ua/) on March 24 His latest book is a volume co-edited with gram obtained support from the Paul D’Anieri titled “Ukrainian Foreign published the Ukraine-NATO Target and Security Policy” (Praeger, 2002). (Continued on page 24) KYIV – Police have arrested former Plan for 2003. The document, which fol- Vice Prime Minister for Agriculture lows the Ukraine-NATO Action Plan Leonid Kozachenko on charges of tax adopted at the November 2002 NATO EU proposals for future ties evasion and abuse of office, Reuters summit in Prague and published in reported on March 25, quoting January 2003, maps out specific meas- Procurator General’s Office spokes- ures pertaining to political, economic, spark disappointment in Ukraine woman Polina Bashkina. Ms. Bashkina military, human rights and other areas to said Mr. Kozachenko’s detention be taken by Ukraine in 2003 in its pur- stemmed from an investigation launched by Valentinas Mite spokesman, Markian Lubkivskyi, criti- suit of NATO membership. (RFE/RL earlier this month at the order of Newsline) RFE/RL Poland, Belarus and Ukraine Report cized the proposals, saying they do not President Leonid Kuchma, who is con- fully meet Ukraine’s “aspirations” for cerned by a deficit of grain and a rise in Kyiv urges Miensk to ratify border treaty Last week the European Union becoming a full-fledged EU member. mapped out plans for future relations bread prices in Ukraine. Prosecutors last Oleksander Sushko, the director of KYIV – Alyaksandr Vaytovich, head with the countries that will be its neigh- week said the actual grain crop in Ukraine’s Center for Peace, Conversion of the Council of Republic of Belarus’ bors once it expands in 2004. The plans, Ukraine in 2002 was “significantly and Foreign Policy, told RFE/RL that National Assembly, visited Kyiv on contained in a document titled “Wider lower” than the previously announced Ukraine is unlikely to accept the propos- March 24 and met with President Leonid Europe – Neighborhoods: A New 38.8 million tons. (RFE/RL Newsline) Kuchma, Prime Minister Viktor Framework for Relations With Our al in its current form. “It is natural that President introduces new Cabinet job Yanukovych and Verkhovna Rada Eastern and Southern Neighbors,” were the Foreign Ministry reacted in such a Chairman Volodymyr Lytvyn, Ukrainian presented by the European Commission way. Any long-term EU strategy regard- ing Ukraine that does not recognize the KYIV – President Leonid Kuchma has media reported. Messrs. Vaytovich and to the European Parliament on March 11. signed a decree introducing the post of prospects for Ukraine’s possible mem- Lytvyn reportedly spoke in favor of the The proposals are expected to be made cabinet minister for relations with the bership in this organization will not be ratification by Miensk of a Belarusian- official policy following an EU summit Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ukrainian well accepted in Ukraine, not by the Ukrainian border treaty. Kyiv ratified this in June. news agencies reported on March 25. Foreign Ministry or other institutions, or The document says the EU should (RFE/RL Newsline) (Continued on page 16) offer Russia, Ukraine and Moldova, experts, or anybody,” Mr. Sushko said. among others, closer economic integra- Steffen Skovmand heads the political division of the European Commission’s tion and enhanced political cooperation FOUNDED 1933 in exchange for political, economic and delegation to Ukraine, Moldova and institutional reform based on “shared val- Belarus. He told RFE/RL that, contrary HE KRAINIAN EEKLY ues.” to remarks by critics, the proposals do TAn English-languageU newspaperW published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., Norbert Jousten, the EU’s ambassador not actually preclude Ukraine’s eventual a non-profit association, at 2200 Route 10, P.O. 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for a new instrument, a notion he affirmed “Songs of...” with a quiet shake of his head when asked. (Continued from page 1) The festival, held at the International perform in a more customary manner. They Academy of Personnel Management in found 10 such types, including Ms. Lobova Kyiv, included statistical presentations and and 14-year-old Ihor. For their performanc- discussions on how to alleviate poverty es the musicians received monetary and change the social mindset, as well as stipends courtesy of the financial sponsors performances by 10 street musicians and ensembles. of the event. An associated issue addressed by atten- Valerii Nechyporenko, a 47-year-old dees was the increasingly harsh manner in journalist who is the group’s founder and which law enforcement officials have director, said the reason for the festival recently begun to deal with beggars. Mr. was to remind Kyivans that they remain Nechyporenko said he sensed a return to poor compared to the West, no matter Soviet times. what self-perceptions they retain. He said “Lately the militia has begun banning that too many residents have deceived street musicians, as it was earlier. Even themselves into believing that they are during the Gorbachev era it was allowed,” doing sufficiently well, which means that explained Mr. Nechyporenko. they were demanding too little from them- Yet, today those who have something selves, their lives and their politicians. they can offer passers-by in return for the “We had a study done before the festi- few kopiiky thrown into their metal cups val and discovered that 55 percent of can at least retain their dignity. Others can Kyivans consider themselves middle class. offer little more than a dirty, feeble hand Yet more than 70 percent of Kyiv’s resi- held out in need. dents make no more than 250 hrv a month, Most of them are pensioners, some- Roman Woronowycz which is less than $50,” explained Mr. one’s grandmother whose government An elderly pensioner asks for donations from passers-by in the underpass Nechyporenko. “The rationale is that we subsidy does not stretch to the end of the beneath Independence Square in Kyiv. should not be comparing ourselves to month – forcing her to ask for money, Ethiopia, we should be comparing our- while able to offer only God’s blessing, a selves to France and Germany.” bowed head and the sign of the cross in The capital city is by far the most afflu- return. There are those in even worse ent region of Ukraine. Whereas only 5.8 shape, however; those who hang card- percent of Kyivans live below the coun- board signs across their chest asking for try’s official poverty level of 175 hrv ($33) money to help pay the medical expenses – in monthly income, in the Transcarpathian or the funeral – of a spouse or child. Oblast of Ukraine nearly half are below At many intersections away from the the poverty line. In the Crimea the number city center, one-legged and legless middle- is 38 percent, while in Kyiv Oblast it aged men, limbs lost to the Afghanistan approaches 20 percent, according to the War, factory accidents or diabetes, stand State Committee on Statistics. on crutches or sit in crude wheelchairs and There is also a correlation between the approach cars to ask for money. number of kids in a family and the level of Abandoned by hope, many of them are poverty it must endure. Government fig- wracked by alcoholism as well. Often they ures show that 29 percent of single-child are joined by Roma (Gypsy) women in families are below the poverty level, a tattered clothes, who thrust dirty palms number that rises to nearly 40 percent in into vehicles, while holding their two-child families, to 47 percent in three- disheveled children on the other arm. child families and to 64 percent where Most Ukrainians, who feel the sting in there are four kids in the family. their own pockets, cannot and do not offer In Ukraine, unemployment, lack of a coin. Too often it is simply too difficult education, drug addiction and alcoholism even to turn toward the beggar to recog- are far from the only contributors to pover- nize his existence. Yet the poor do exist, ty. Government figures show that 78 per- and in large numbers, and they must be cent of the country’s impoverished come given compassion and aid, according to from families in which at least one family Mr. Nechyporenko. member works full-time. “We must constantly remind our people Ihor, slight in stature and reserved in that they have to raise themselves from demeanor, comes from just such a family, poverty. If we concern ourselves with the normal in most every way, except that the ways we can solve this problem, we will father cannot make ends meet with the find a way out,” explained the ever-upbeat poor state of the economy and the social journalist. transformations taking place. The shy “We have lived through a system that ingénue, who has twice jumped grades collected and then divided up everything because of his scholastic ability, wants his we had. We have lived through wild, out- own violin because he is very serious of-control capitalism. Now we need to find about his playing. He feels no compunc- the third way – the humane way,” he tion over his manner of gathering money emphasizes.

Two young musicians sing punk rock songs to practice their craft and support them- selves, using the case of their single guitar to hold the coins offered by passers-by.

This issue of The Ukrainian Weekly is reaching all members of the U.S. Congress thanks to the generous sponsorship of Selfreliance Ukrainian American Valerii Nechyporenko, founder and leader of the Union of Humanists, surround- ed by student-members who staged the one-day Festival of Underground Music Federal Credit Union. to bring attention to the plight of poor people in Kyiv. 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13 Lviv students protest government interference in rector’s election by Matthew Matuszak continue as acting rector until the posi- phoned and asked him to return the copy the staff, this incident “casts doubts on and Liliya Kovalyk tion was filled. On March 19, Mr. of Minister Kremin’s order. Lviv National University’s capacity for Kremin informed Dr. Vakarchuk that, LVIV – Approximately 4,000 students On March 24, another order came to autonomy and self-regulation of its activ- because of the pressure of certain politi- the university from the Ministry of ities. ... At the same time, this demon- gathered on March 25 in the square near cal forces, he was forced to retract the Education stipulating that Dr. Vakarchuk strates the inability of government organs the statue of Ivan Franko, across the order and appoint a person who does not will act as rector only until April, when a of authority in education to use demo- street from Ivan Franko National work in the university. staff conference will be held at which cratic principles in government educa- University in Lviv to protest Ministry of To date, no one outside the university time the staff will be asked to support the tional policy, with conditions of universi- Education interference in the election of has ever been designated as rector. candidacy of a new rector. ty autonomy.” a rector for the university. Ivan According to Dr. Vakarchuk, Minister That same day, Oleksa Hudyma, There is speculation in Lviv that Dr. Vakarchuk’s contract as rector of the uni- Kremin said, “I must do this.” On March national deputy from the Our Ukraine Vakarchuk has been targeted because in versity ended on March 24, and students 20, Dr. Vakarchuk gave a report on his bloc announced: “We will not allow cer- February and March 2001 Lviv universi- and staff of the university object to the work at the university as rector at a staff tain political forces to destabilize Lviv ty students were involved in anti- interference in the process of electing conference and received the unanimous National University. ... Prior to the presi- Kuchma demonstrations and the rector another rector. support of the delegates, representing dential elections, we cannot doze off refused to punish these students. Student On March 18, Vasyl Kremin, 28,000 students and staff. Thereafter, V. because some people want to rule, not leaders say that Dr. Vakarchuk was asked Ukraine’s minister of education, issued Bykovskyi, head of the personnel depart- only the university, but other structures. if the students would have any problems, an order stating that Vakarchuk would ment of the Ministry of Education, Educational institutions should not be and that he responded that the students the playthings of certain political would not have problems, but he would. forces.” In addition, there is talk that since Mr. The normal procedure for choosing a Kremin is a member of the pro-Kuchma New bishop named for Chicago rector is for the teachers of the university Social Democratic Party-United, he can to vote and for the election to be con- secure the appointment of a rector who firmed by the Ministry of Education in Metropolitan Archeparchy of Philadelphia St. Basil’s Seminar College in Stamford, can be used next year during the presi- Kyiv. Conn., at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic dential elections in encouraging students PHILADELPHIA – On the Feast of On March 25 Mr. Hudyma joined the to support the candidate endorsed by Seminary and The Catholic University of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin striking students, who came from the President Kuchma to be his successor. Mary, March 25, the pope has announced America in Washington, where he Lviv Polytechnic Institute, the Forest “I went to Volodymyr-Volynskyi to the appointment of Msgr. Richard received a Master’s of Divinity degree. Technology Institute, and the Medical meet with Vasyl Kremin,” said Dr. Seminack, pastor of Holy Trinity The St. Nicholas Eparchy of Chicago University, as well as Ivan Franko Vakarchuk, “and he confirmed that he Ukrainian Catholic Church in Carnegie, embraces most of the western part of the University. Stepan Hordii, head of the was satisfied with the work of the univer- Pa., as the new eparch of the St. Nicholas United States of America, including teachers’ union, announced at the strike sity, but he did not dispute the fact that Eparchy in Chicago. This appointment Alaska and Hawaii. It is one of four that the teachers had decided at a meeting the order was revoked. When I asked him affirms the nomination made to the holy Ukrainian Catholic eparchies in the on March 24 that the whole teaching staff ‘why,’ he answered, ‘circumstances have father by the Synod of Ukrainian United States. also will strike if necessary. worked out that way.’ ” Catholic Bishops. Metropolitan-Archbishop Stefan According to the newspaper Postup, The press center of the university is the students are not coming out for or The bishop-elect succeeds Bishop Soroka issued the following statement: preparing an appeal to President Leonid Michael Wiwchar, CSsR, who was appoint- against the candidacy of Dr. Vakarchuk “We ask the prayers of all the bishops, Kuchma, Prime Minister Viktor ed in November 2000 as the bishop for the for the position of rector. Holding signs clergy, religious and faithful for the Yanukovych and Verkhovna Rada Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy in Saskatoon, reading “The election of the rector is an Chairman Volodymyr Lytvyn regarding newly appointed Bishop-Elect Richard Saskatchewan. Bishop Wiwchar has served internal matter of the university,” they the situation. as administrator of the Chicago Eparchy Sminack. God grant him His wisdom, simply demand that the election of the from November 2000 until the appointment strength and guidance in his ministry as university’s rector be done openly and This story was written with materials by the pope on March 25. chief shepherd of the Chicago Eparchy of honestly. from the newspapers Postup, Vysokyi Bishop-Elect Seminack, 61, studied at St. Nicholas, Mnohaya Lita.” According to a statement released by Zamok and Lvivska Hazeta.

UOC-MP monks occupy Kyiv building rented by U.S.-Ukraine Foundation Religious Information Service of Ukraine monks] has a clear political pretext, since The UOC-MP stressed that in accor- ing Religion and Restoration of the Violated it took place under anti-American slo- dance with the presidential decree “On Rights of Churches and Religious KYIV – Monks of the Monastery of the gans,” said Mr. Movchan. “Numerous Urgent Measures for Combating the Organizations,” issued on March 21, 2002, Holy Presentation of the Lord, which is requests of national deputies to the affiliated with the Ukrainian Orthodox Negative Consequences of Totalitarian the state should return the expropriated Ministry of Internal Affairs to resolve this Policies of the Former Soviet Union regard- property to Churches. Church – Moscow Patriarchate (UOC-MP) problem in accordance with current legis- occupied the Kyiv building of the Pylyp lation didn’t give any desired results, and Orlyk Institute of Democracy and the U.S.- the ministry has taken an exceptionally Ukraine Foundation on March 5. They passive stand,” he added soon after the demanded that the building which once occupation began. USUF chronology of incident belonged to the monastery, be returned to According to the press service of the The U.S.-Ukraine Foundation, which the monastic community. administers state property on behalf of UOC-MP, on November 19, 2002, the is based in Washington, issued the fol- the government, was cut out of the loop. Though the foundation, which rents the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine issued a lowing fact sheet regarding the incident. The State Property Fund has prerogative building, has a lease until May 2004, foun- decree to transfer the building to the Kyivan over these issues. dation employees packed their things and Monastery of the Holy Presentation of the • The U.S.-Ukraine Foundation • On November 19, 2002, the gov- left the building. Lord. The UOC-MP reported that monks (USUF) has been renting premises at ernment of Ukraine adopted an On March 11 UOC-MP leaders brought had made numerous requests to Mykola vul. Moskovska 40-A, Kyiv, Ukraine Instruction supporting the recommenda- their religious and faithful out of the build- Udovenko, director of the since 1992. tion that the UOC-MP become the ing thus ending the occupation. The U.S.- UkrAhroPromBud Corp., which rents the • In May 2001 USUF signed a Property Manager of vul. Moskovska Ukraine Foundation (USUF) has filed a building out to the Pylyp Orlyk Institute, to renewed three-year lease agreement. 40-A and use the property at its discre- court case, claiming its rights have been return the building to its historical owner. In • The property was administered on tion. violated. (See sidebar) addition, the UOC-MP also accused the behalf of the state, specifically the State • On December 9, 2002, UOC-MP USUF Vice-President Markian Bilynskyi Pylyp Orlyk Institute of attempting to get Property Fund, by UkrAhroPromBud hierarchs delivered an ultimatum to told TV channel 1+1 that “There were no around the government’s decree and the (UAPB) Corporation. Consequently, USUF that it vacate the premises by civilized discussions with the monks. They law. the State, through the State Property December 25, 2002. The USUF refused, addressed us in the form of an ultimatum, The press service of the UOC-MP Fund, instructed UAPB to enter into the saying that the UOC MP had now inher- demanding that we leave the premises.” reported that the Pylyp Orlyk Institute of aforementioned rental agreement with ited the obligation of the previous prop- Until the foundation’s court case has Democracy was established by the wife USUF. erty manager and it should respect the been decided, the premises are under police of an American congressman, Nadia • In July 2002, the UAPB, without terms of the lease agreement. protection. Though the UOC-MP contigent McConnell. In fact, Nadia Komarnyckyj notifying USUF, began lobbying the • The correctness of the USUF’s has left the building, the employees of the McConnell, president of the U.S.-Ukraine Cabinet of Ministers to hand over the interpretation was confirmed in writing foundation cannot return to work because Foundation, is married to Robert premises to the Vvedensky (Holy by the Regional State Property Fund on the offices have been sealed shut. McConnell, an attorney who is not a con- Presentation of the Lord) Monastery of January 14. According to National Deputy Pavlo gressman. the Ukrainian Orthodox Church – • The UOC-MP refused to honor its Movchan of Viktor Yushchenko’s Our Institute employees call police Moscow Patriarchate so that the Church legal obligations and continued to Ukraine faction, “the occupiers blocked the would in fact now administer the prop- threaten the USUF. offices and demanded that employees of Representatives of the UOC-MP main- erty on behalf of the State. This was • Negotiations with the UOC-MP civic organizations leave the building.” tain that the situation became aggravated done by using highly selective and inac- have been impossible because they have Political pretext? when, at the monks’ demand to leave the curate information. building, employees of the institute called • The State Property Fund, which (Continued on page 20) “The seizure [of the building by the police. No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 5 THE UKRAINIAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM

Young UNA’ers OBITUARY: Michael Turko, tireless secretary of Branch 63 by Martha Lysko Ukrainian National Association. He UNA First Vice-President coached Little League, and officiated at basketball games, and through these ALEXANDRIA, Va. – One of the community activities he sought member- most prolific organizers of the UNA died ship for the UNA and Branch 63. quietly on Friday, February 28. Michael Because he was well-known, liked and Turko, former secretary of Branch 63 in respected in the community, he was very Ford City, Pa., was a secretary for more successful in enrolling members in the than 30 years. During this time he organ- UNA. ized over 1,500 members and boasted One of Mr. Turko’s hobbies was gar- one of the largest branches in the dening, as the UNA Home Office came Pittsburgh District. Branch 63 often had to find out. Every summer boxes of fresh three delegates to the convention. garlic, onions and tomatoes would arrive The last UNA convention Mr. Turko from the Turko garden. We all enjoyed attended was in 1998, when he served as this fresh bounty. sergeant-at-arms. In 1999, due to failing I once asked him why he planted so Ariana Maria Shatynski, daughter of health and advancing age, he reluctantly much. He explained that it was not only a Maria and Joseph Shatynski of relinquished his duties to Michael S. hobby but also a chance to make new Whippany, N.J., is a new member of Turko, his son. contacts since he gave away much of UNA Branch 142. She was enrolled by The elder Mr. Turko served as branch what he harvested. This was one of the her grandparents John and Olga secretary from 1968 to 1999. Based on ways he found to reach out to people and Shatynski, and was welcomed by her Adrian Deputat, son of Kathy and the total number of members he enrolled sell them on the UNA and its insurance sister Julianna Rose, and her 10 Jurij Deputat, is a new member of into the branch, it can be stated that he program. The secret of his success was cousins – all of whom are members of UNA Branch 360 in Buffalo, N.Y. He organized close to 50 members a year – a knowing how to make contacts within Branch 142. was enrolled by his parents. remarkable achievement and worthy of the community. Once Mr. Turko estab- emulating. lished contact, no one could refuse him. Mr. Turko was born on September 19, His technique could serve many UNA 1920, to Theodore and Helen née Elash secretaries today as a great example. His in Ford City. He spent his entire life in talent as an organizer and a devoted sec- Ford City, except for service in the U.S. retary will be sorely missed by the UNA. Army during World War II. Mr. Turko was laid to rest in Ford City, He returned to Ford City and became Pa. He is survived by his daughter, Camille, active in the community and the and son, Michael, with their families.

RECORDING DEPARTMENT MEMBERSHIP REPORT – JANUARY 2003 Christine E. Kozak, National Secretary

Juvenile Adult ADD Total Total Active Members – 12/2002 6,203 12,803 2,824 21,830 Total Inactive Members –12/2002 7,626 16,423 0 24,049 Total Members – 12/2002 13,829 29,226 2,824 45,879

ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP

Gains in 1/2003 John Richard (Jack) Russell, son of Emiliya Taisa Smyk, seen above with her New members 10 19 0 29 Alina and John Russell of Lorton, Va., is older sister (and fellow UNAer), Tetiana, New members UL 1 1 0 2 a new member of UNA Branch 88. He 3, is a new member of UNA Branch 82. Reinstated 12 13 7 32 was enrolled by his grandparents Marta She was enrolled by her parents, Sonia Total Gains: 23 33 7 63 and Richard Legeskis of Bethesda, Md. and Andriy Smyk of Livonia, Mich. Losses in 1/2003 Died 0 25 0 25 Cash surrender 8 13 0 21 Endowment matured 9 10 0 19 Fully paid-up 18 16 0 34 Reduced paid-up 0 0 0 0 Extended Insurance 13 20 0 33 Certificates lapsed (active) 8 13 20 41 Certificate terminated 0 3 1 4 Total Losses 56 100 21 177 Total Active Members – 1/2003 6,170 12,736 2,810 21,716

INACTIVE MEMBERSHIP

Gains in 12/2002 Paid-up 18 16 0 34 Reduced paid up 0 0 0 0 Extended insurance 13 20 0 33 Total Gains 31 36 0 67 Losses in 1/2003 * Died 0 35 0 35 * Cash surrender 7 10 0 17 Pure endowment matured 5 5 0 10 Reinstated to active 12 13 0 25 Certificates lapsed (inactive) 1 10 0 11 Total Losses 25 73 0 98 Total Inactive Members – 12/2002 7,632 16,386 0 24,018 TOTAL MEMBERSHIP 12/2002 13,802 29,122 2,810 45,734 (* Paid up and reduced paid up policies)

Insure and be sure. Join the UNA! 6 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13

NEWS AND VIEWS THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY A check-up for our community The comical, the idiotic and the obscene: Does anybody remember our Ukrainian community’s favorite word of 1999: “synergy”? What ever came of the great ideas of that great Ukrainian mega-gather- ing, the Joint Conferences of Ukrainian Organizations held that year to promote our Khrushchev’sby Dr. Bohdan Vitvitsky grand-daughteren by the Ukrainian on diaspora,Ukraine or is it community’s awareness and utilization of synergy? because grand-daddy Nikita, along with The 1999 “synergy conference,” as it came to be called for short, was seen as the It is no mean feat to manage to be his murderous-thug colleagues, killed all first of more such gatherings to come. And its concluding session – dubbed “Finding comical, idiotic and obscene within the of those in Ukraine who under normal Direction for Our Organizations” – led to the first steps toward creation of a formal span of a mere paragraph and a half, but circumstances would have been able to entity to be known as the Council of Presidents of Ukrainian American Nina Khrushcheva, Nikita’s grand- write such histories, and is it also Organizations, a mechanism for regular consultation among our organizations with daughter and a lecturer at New York area because they destroyed all of the the aim of increasing the community’s effectiveness both internally and in terms of colleges, apparently is no run-of-the mill Ukrainian institutions that would have its external relations. We expressed hope that the event, which attracted over 900 talent. facilitated such projects? people to Washington for five days in June, had provided a new model of coopera- In a recent newspaper article mostly Lastly, we come to the obscene. In the tion for our organizations – “the synergy that the conference organizers had envi- about Russia that was picked up on the last century alone, millions of Ukrainians sioned.” It was an auspicious start. Alas, there was no follow-through (as an old ten- Internet, she opined as follows: have been murdered by the Russo- nis instructor used to say). “But some other countries sloughing Soviets because the existence of those Then, in 2002, the Ukrainian Engineers’ Society of America seized the initiative off the skin of communism are only too nationally conscious Ukrainians was and held, well, not another mega-conference, but a Summit of Ukrainian American ready to adopt a new history – even one inconsistent with the “Ukrainians never Organizations. The inaugural summit focused on youth – the next generations who based on fancy and invention – to suit existed, don’t exist and won’t exist” constitute the potential members and leaders of our organizations and institutions, and current needs. genocidal fantasy so tenaciously held by the key question posed was how do we attract this missing demographic link in our “Ukraine provides an example of this. our “brothers” up north. And now Ms. community life? Using a loose brainstorming format, Summit 2002 generated ideas Does Ukraine have a history? Well, the Khrushcheva reveals that she subscribes and challenged assumptions; there were no passive listeners. The summit demonstrat- place certainly does, but is the place a to the very same “Ukrainians don’t exist” ed that we value and need our “hromada” and that our community can be successful if country? Ukraine means, literally, ‘on the fantasy. we establish better contacts among its component parts. edge.’ It is more a frontier than a region, That attitude resulted in mass murders The 2003 Summit of Ukrainian American Organizations, which takes place this let alone a country. So it is well suited to of Ukrainians in the first half of the 20th weekend at Soyuzivka, addresses the topic “The Ukrainian American Community an invented history – and who better to century, but individual murders have Today: Who Are We and How Do We Communicate?” It has the makings of a good supply it than a Ukrainian diaspora eager continued until recently. follow-up to last year’s summit and the potential to build on that foundation to really to boost the land of their forefathers? It Thus, for example, the folk singer and move forward. The keynote speaker is Dr. Oleh Wolowyna, a name familiar to our may be no accident that independent poet Volodymyr Ivasiuk, a poor confused readers because for decades now he has analyzed our community’s demographics. He Ukraine’s first history textbook was writ- man who thought he was a poet of a has argued that in order for us to flourish we need to be aware of certain basic facts: ten in Toronto, not Kiev.” nation named Ukraine rather than realiz- How large is our community? Where do its members reside? What are the characteris- I will begin with the comical. Let me ing that he was the poet of a frontier, tics of these Ukrainians Americans – e.g., do they speak Ukrainian, how many are of see if I have this right. It’s the Russians found himself hanging from a tree in mixed ancestry, how many have intermarried, what is their household income? who think that Kyivan Rus’ history is a 1979 as penance for his confusion. Indeed, it bears repeating that in the decade since the 1990 Census the number of part of “their” history (early Americans Vasyl Stus, a similarly confused man Ukrainians in the U.S. has seen extraordinary growth. In 2000 there were 893,055 of were much more directly and in much who thought he was a poet of a nation us in this country – a growth of 20.6 percent from 1990. To put it another way, there greater numbers as well as much more named Ukraine rather than realizing that are 152,252 more Ukrainians living in the U.S. than a decade earlier. Those numbers recently descended from the British than he was the poet of a frontier, died in the alone should demonstrate why it is important for our community to use the data gath- Gulag in 1986, likewise as penance for ered by the census – certainly this would be valuable for our organizations’ planning. Muscovites were from Kyivan Rus’, yet no sane American thinks that early his confusion. Participants of the 2003 Summit no doubt are aware that our community’s health is And just two years ago in Lviv, yet not good. Most organizations are losing members; our resorts are threatened; our British history is a part of American his- tory), and it’s the Russians who think another poor confused man, this time the schools’ futures are in question; some of our parishes are in decline, while others need singer Ihor Bilozir, died at the hands of a new church buildings to house their growing congregations; our newspapers’ reader- that they had nothing to do with the atrocities visited upon Ukraine in the couple of Ms. Khrushcheva’s country- ship is on the decline. In fact, what we are witnessing is the very thing that is happen- men because Bilozir foolishly thought it ing in most older U.S. cities: our infrastructure is crumbling. It must be attended to! 20th century, but it’s the Ukrainians who invent history? was OK to sing Ukrainian songs in At the same time, our communities have become more insular. The so-called “tsen- Ukraine. trali” – our national umbrella organizations – certainly don’t have much to brag about Now to the idiotic. To begin, wasn’t there some guy named Hrushevsky who Those of us fortunate enough to call as our individual communities have become out of touch with each other and/or some the United States or Canada home, par- central body. Chicago does not much care what New York does, and neither does “invented” 10-volumes of history about some frontier a while back, or did this ticularly those of us whose parents or Houston. And, it is doubtful that the umbrella organizations really care that, for exam- grandparents lived under the Soviets ple, a parochial school in Newark is on the verge of closing or that there is a most just escape the attention of such a knowl- and/or the Nazis, understand better than vibrant group of community members active in the California Association to Aid edgeable academic as the above article’s most how precious an open society with Ukraine. Surely this is not a healthy sign. We dare say that our umbrella organizations writer? But as to her point directly, yes, it free speech is. But even here there are do not seem concerned about issues that matter to folks on the ground and, therefore, is somewhat odd that the two most limits, imposed not by law, but by the the folks on the ground do not concern themselves with the “tsentrali.” recently written histories of Ukraine boundaries of propriety. Where the Perhaps, then, what our community needs is something akin to an annual health were written by scholars at Canadian uni- expression of certain kinds of views has check-up, a review of where we are, where we are headed, and where we’d like to be versities. But is that because Ukraine’s historically been a part of criminal years down the road. Summits such as the one being held this weekend have the history is a project of invention undertak- actions, such expressions are beyond the potential to serve as a venue for such an examination. pale. Thus, you cannot make genuinely Bohdan Vitvitsky is a lawyer, writer anti-Semitic remarks without conse- and lecturer who holds a Ph.D. in philos- quence. You cannot make racist or even ophy and is a long-time contributor to April The Ukrainian Weekly. (Continued on page 18) Turning the pages back...

1 To The Weekly Contributors: 1984 At this time of the year in 1984, this newspaper carried an edi- We greatly appreciate the materials – feature articles, news stories, press clippings, let- torial calling on all Ukrainians to encourage their senators to sup- ters to the editor, etc. – we receive from our readers. In order to facilitate preparation of port a bill introduced by Sen. Bill Bradley (D-N.J.) that would The Ukrainian Weekly, we ask that the guidelines listed below be followed. establish a congressional commission to investigate the causes ® and consequences of the Great Famine of 1932-1933. Three weeks before that we had News stories should be sent in not later than 10 days after the occurrence of a given event. asked readers to contact their representatives about the same matter, as the bill had first ® All materials must be typed (or legibly hand-printed) and double-spaced. been introduced in the House by Rep. James Florio (D-N.J.). ® We wrote: “The Great Famine in Ukraine is not a dead issue simply because its 50th Photographs (originals only, no photocopies or computer printouts) submitted for anniversary and our observance of it have come and gone. Yet, even though the national publication must be accompanied by captions. Photos will be returned only when so requested and accompanied by a stamped, addressed envelope. commemorative committee recognized this fact and decided to continue its activities, has it, ® Full names (i.e., no initials) and their correct English spellings must be provided. as of this writing, come out with a coordinated national campaign to push the bill? How ® many organizations have lent their support and resources? How many individuals?” The Newspaper and magazine clippings must be accompanied by the name of the publi- cation and the date of the edition. answer: too few. (The Weekly, it must be noted, was one of the strongest proponents of this ® legislation.) Information about upcoming events must be received one week before the date of The Weekly edition in which the information is to be published. The Great Famine, with its 7 million to 10 million victims is one of the greatest atroci- ® ties to stain the history of modern man. “A congressional commission is an excellent way to Persons who submit any materials must provide a daytime phone number where they may be reached if any additional information is required. propagate knowledge” of this genocide, we argued. ® Unsolicited materials submitted for publication will be returned only when so request- Source: “The Famine bill” (Editorial), The Ukrainian Weekly, April 1, 1984, Vol. LII, ed and accompanied by a stamped, addressed envelope. No. 14. No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 7

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

be found on the honor rolls of some of PERSPECTIVES the best high schools in New Jersey. UWC statement In a Catholic school you find a highly BY ANDREW FEDYNSKY raises questions disciplined, religious, moral and safe Dear Editor: environment for your children. And in our case, an additional benefit is a I was amazed to find the “declarative” Ukrainian atmosphere where lifelong statements of the Ukrainian World friendships develop. And then the war came... Congress under the headline “UWC St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic “And then the war came ...” That was a friends in Cleveland. In June 1941, they urges diplomatic solution to Iraq crisis” School helps develop good parishioners phrase my parents and their friends, all a left home for a few days, leaving their (March 9) indicating that it is a represen- and active members of the Ukrainian generation older than me, would often use infant son with their parents, “and then the tative organization of some 20 million community. We invite you to visit our as they told their life stories; how they war came.” Ukrainians residing in 30 countries. school and see what a difference a were young, going to school, setting up a They had no way of knowing, but the I would like to know how the presi- Ukrainian Catholic School can make in business or profession, doing whatever week the Kryshtalowyches decided to go dent, Askold Lozynskyj, and the secre- the life of your child. We welcome you they were doing ... “and then the war out of town was also the time Adolph tary general, Victor Pedenko, obtained to enroll your children in our school. came.” Hitler selected to betray his partner, Joseph the authorization to represent 20 million In March we will be accepting regis- Only the phrase announcing the advent Stalin, and invade the Soviet Union. Long- individual views of the situation of the tration for students from grades pre- of war is much more dramatic in standing battle plans went into effect, front current Iraq crisis and come up with only kindergarten through 8. Children who Ukrainian than it is in English. Wars don’t lines were drawn, and armies started “one” viewpoint? In America, any organ- will be 4 years old by October 31, 2003, just “come” like a stranger at the door or marching. The Kryshtalowyches didn’t see ization that declares it will represent its are accepted into our pre-K classes. For “break out” like some disease. In their baby boy for another half a century, membership, seeks to obtain and conduct more information please visit us in per- Ukrainian, wars explode: “vybukhla until the Soviet Union collapsed and the a survey of its members’ stand on the son at 223 President St., Passaic, N.J., viyna.” baby they left behind had become a grand- issues. log on to http://home.catholicweb.com/ My friend Franko Benko, now about 80 father, making them great-grandparents. I do not see the results of any survey stnicholasukrainian or call (973) 779- years old, was a teenager in June 1941. He For Franko Benko, the conducted by the UWC showing that 0249. lived in a village in western Ukraine, Khrystalowyches and so many others, they asked anyone, in any of the 30 where family life and that of the church World War II was a catastrophe, but it was Or countries, what their thoughts where. est Temnycky were set to the agricultural calendar, the a war that had to be fought. Hitler was Nor do I see any information on whether Clifton, N.J. mysterious cycle of spring planting and forcing a program based on the immediate the UWC even solicited the “voices” of harvest in the fall. Soon, the young people extermination of Jews, Gypsies and the the 20 million individuals. in the village would be setting up families disabled, along with the enslavement and Therefore based on what documenta- of their own, “and then the war came.” eventual extermination of the Slavs. It’s all tion, study or survey of the 20 million We should support The village leader told the council that a there in “Mein Kampf,” the best-seller he Ukrainians throughout the world have quota had come down from the Nazis for wrote in 1923. It’s astonishing, when you they declared what is representative of our armed forces men and women to work in the German think about it, how he managed to mobi- “our” thoughts. Dear Editor: economy. Franko was single, while others lize the energies and resources of the had a family and responsibilities. So he, German people for a program like that. To put it another way: Who are the In response to Michael J. along with others his age, was volunteered But that’s what happened. Others fought “we” they refer to? Berezowsky’s letter (March 16), “Bush and put on a train to go to a factory far back, including Ukrainians on both sides administration is orchestrating war,” I Orianna Skomoroch away. of the Atlantic; there were hundreds of would like to say that I find the letter Hawaii Before long, Franko along with his millions of casualties and disrupted lives, very partisan. compatriots and their enslavers, were sub- but really there was no choice. Of course, Mr. Berezowsky is entitled jected to Allied bombs, intended to destroy World War I, on the other hand, was as to his opinion. However, under the pres- Germany’s industrial capacity and break stupid a war as can be imagined. After the ent circumstances, that is damaging to St. Nicholas School the people’s will to resist. Many died, but archduke was assassinated, diplomats the morale of our servicemen/service- Franko survived. When the war finally issued ultimatums deliberately designed to women abroad and to the image of our ended, he was homeless and hungry. be rejected. Defense ministers invoked begins registration Ukrainian American community. Dear Editor: In the end, it all worked out, though. strategic commitments and field marshals We must support the armed forces Franko soon found himself in a displaced put their armies on automatic pilot. Not already in Kuwait, southern Iraq, aboard April is registration time for the 2003- persons (DP) camp in Germany, along wanting to lose face, risk office or status, ships, or wherever they are in position to 2004 school year at St. Nicholas with millions of other war refugees. After Europe’s leaders let events unfold. In the fight the enemy of democracy. Ukrainian Catholic School in Passaic, a rather unpleasant week or two on a ship end, four empires collapsed. Otherwise, there would be no such voters N.J. to America, he ended up in Cleveland, For the past half year, the vast majority as Democrats. St. Nicholas School has been in exis- where he worked in a factory, this time for of citizens in France, Germany, Italy, When we look at the photos in the tence for over 60 years. During this time decent wages in safe conditions and a nice Chile, Mexico, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine – press, many captions bear names that hundreds of graduates have become good pension when he retired. Franko sent his nearly every country in the world – have sound Ukrainian or Slavic. They speak Christians, caring American citizens and children to school, tended a garden at his been voicing strong opposition to a Middle of their professionalism and their dedica- leaders in our Ukrainian American com- suburban home, and, a few years ago, East War. Even billion-dollar inducements, tion to the cause of liberty and freedom munity. buried his wife at Ss. Peter and Paul threats and invocations of historic debts for all, regardless of where on the globe Over 60 percent of the school’s chil- Cemetery on Hoertz Road in Parma. Now didn’t change people’s minds. These are it might take them and despite the hard- dren are Ukrainian. The school gives remarried, he sends money to his ancestral nations that have experienced wars and ships they must endure and the sacrifices children born in America a golden village in Ukraine to help pay for the know how unpredictable they can be and they must bear, even to the ultimate. opportunity to learn about their church, library and school. Not bad. how disruptive. We must not let them down!! Dear Ukrainian culture and religion. Equally It didn’t work out as well for my father’s Some wars cannot be avoided; others Readers of The Weekly, kindly support important, it gives young immigrants cousin, Sviatoslav, way back in the days of should never have been fought. Depending our men and women overseas and those from Ukraine a unique opportunity to the Austrian Empire. He was an attorney on how they’re conducted and how the serving at home, in whatever capacity, grow accustomed to their new American and, apparently, quite a romantic. peace is structured, wars can solve with words of encoragement and your surroundings in a comfortable yet edu- According to family legend, he woke his intractable problems or sow the seeds for prayers. cational Ukrainian learning environ- wife by strewing flowers on her body as another conflict. World War I, which took ment. Zenon Izak she lay next to him in their bridal bed, “and the life of Sviatoslav Fedynsky and mil- St. Nicholas School offers a modern Warminster, Pa. then the war came” – Sviatoslav was mobi- lions in his “Lost Generation,” so embit- educational experience. We have quali- lized in July 1914, just days after the assas- tered the survivors that otherwise civilized fied, dedicated teachers, daily classes in sination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand in people were willing to accept the lunacy of Ukrainian and religion, computer class- Sarajevo. He died a few weeks later at the an Adolph Hitler or Vladimir Lenin, mak- es, access to high-speed Internet, cable Editorial excerpts Battle of Ternopil, becoming one of the ing it inevitable that another world war televisions and VCRs in every class- first of several million men his age to be would follow. room, a new science laboratory, physical killed in the first world war. They called Today, a Middle East conflict is education, a library program, a music were on the mark Dear Editor: them “the Lost Generation.” fraught with danger. Words that mean dif- program, a school choir and an after People, understandably, don’t like war. ferent things to different people – “jihad,” school program for those parents who Please excerpt more editorials from To begin with, it’s terribly disruptive of “crusade,” “democracy,” “justice,” “liber- work. the Baltic Times. The excerpts you print- family life. Franko Benko, forced to work ation,” “aggression” – are used to invoke In today’s morally challenged world, a ed on February 16 about the clownish in place of soldiers occupying his land, left the use of force or promise to resist. What Catholic school education is a priceless and immature behavior of Leonid for Germany and never saw his parents do they all mean exactly? In the end, gift to your children or grandchildren. It Kuchma and Alyaksandr Lukashenka again. As for Sviatoslav Fedynsky, he will diplomacy and political restructuring that is a place where Christian virtues of were on the mark, while also being always be young, in love and showering his follow any conflict will be as important charity, truth and goodness are fostered. humorous and brief. This latter quality bride with flowers. He and his wife never as the war itself and the manner in which Statistically, Catholic schools achieve a Ukrainians seldom seem able to get. got to grow old together. The children they it is fought. Let us hope all of it is higher standard of learning. Past gradu- They drown in verbiage. would have had were never even born. approached with wisdom and justice, ates of our school have enjoyed success- Then, there’s the sad story of the whatever those mean. But one thing we ful professional careers as doctors, attor- Betty Towner Kryshtalowych family, my parents’ friends can say for sure, once a war “explodes,” neys, teachers, etc. Recent graduates can Levittown, N.Y. from the Old Country who remained our nothing is ever the same. 8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13 No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 9 Ukrainian Canadians in the 2001 Census: an overview by Andrij Makuch slightly behind the Chinese. Ukrainians of new Ukrainian immigrants to settle in historical trends is debatable. The lack- ranked quite highly in western Canada – central Canada. lustre performance of the British TORONTO – Recently released British Columbia (10th place), Alberta Columbia’s economy over the past Canadian census figures show that Significantly, both Manitoba and (7th), Saskatchewan (6th), and Manitoba decade may partially account for the lack Ukrainians remain a major ethnic group Saskatchewan’s Ukrainian population (5th) – but less so in central Canada of its proportional growth in Ukrainian in this country, although native language declined, while that of Alberta grew. (12th in Ontario and 22nd in Quebec). knowledge continues to drop. The total Whether this represents an end to the two (Continued on page 10) They did not figure significantly in Ukrainian numbers are up slightly from Atlantic Canada or the territories. the 1991 and 1996 censuses – albeit with Table 2 In absolute terms, the national figure fewer respondents claiming single origin Population by Ukrainian Ethnic Origin, Single and Multiple represents an increase of 1.6 percent in (i.e., an exclusively Ukrainian back- Origins for Selected CMAs, 2001 (based on 20% sample data) the total Ukrainian Canadian population ground). since 1991 (when it stood at 1,054,300). Renewed immigration from Ukraine, CMA Total Ukr. Total Single Multiple It is a well below the 9.8 per cent which developed over the course of the Vancouver 1,967,480 76,525 18,150 58,375 increase in Canada’s population overall Victoria 306,970 12,770 2,555 10,210 1990s, had only a slight impact on during the decade, but something of a Kelowna 145,950 11,235 2,955 8,280 Ukrainian Canadian demographic trends “recovery” from the 1996 census results Edmonton 927,020 125,720 44,680 81,045 as the numbers involved were relatively that saw the Ukrainian Canadian popula- Calgary 943,310 65,040 15,060 49,985 small. tion fall to 1,026,470. Saskatoon 222,635 34,385 11,230 23,155 The 2001 figures presented here are In proportional terms, this means that Regina 190,015 23,220 6,040 17,175 taken from the Statistics Canada website the percentage of Ukrainians in the Winnipeg 661,730 102,635 34,325 68,315 (www.statcan.ca) and the StatCan infor- Canadian population overall fell from Toronto 4,647,960 104,490 40,705 63,785 Ottawa-Hull 1,050,755 17,235 3,985 13,250 mation line (the home language usage 3.91 in 1991 to 3.61 in 2001. There was a Hamilton 665,060 24,070 7,390 16,685 figures were obtained by specific substantial decrease in the number of sin- request). Earlier statistics come from London 427,215 9,745 2,400 7,345 gle-origin Ukrainian Canadians – from Kitchener 409,765 8,650 1,925 6,720 either Bohdan Kordan’s “Ukrainian 410,410 (406,645 using another method Canadians and the Canada Census, 1981- St Cath-Niagara 371,405 16,735 5,330 11,405 of calculation) in 1991 to 326,200 in Windsor 304,960 9,195 2,800 6,390 1996” (published in 2000) or William 2001. Darcovich and Paul Yuzyk’s “A Oshawa 293,545 11,035 3,275 7,755 The majority of this drop occurred Sudbury 153,890 7,140 2,095 5,040 Statistical Compendium on the between 1991 and 1996, when the single- Thunder Bay 120,370 16,250 4,415 11,840 Ukrainians in Canada, 1891-1976” response figure stood at 331,680. This Montreal 3,380,645 20,050 8,035 12,010 (1980). The figures focus on ethnic ori- can partially be understood as one aspect Halifax 355,940 3,580 675 2,905 gin, language use and immigration. Data of an inevitable demographic trend with regarding religion have yet to be the passing away of individuals from released. older (interwar and post-World War II) The census figures should be generations in which single origin was Table 3 approached with some caution. Changes commonplace. The addition of Population with Ukrainian Mother Tongue, All Origins, over the last 20 years in how information “Canadian” as a suggested origin catego- Canada, 1981 to 2001 (based on 20% sample data) regarding ethnicity has been posed in the ry since the 1996 census most likely census questionnaire and the establish- influenced the figures as well. Age Group 1981 1986 1991 1996 2001 ment of “Canadian” as an origin category The proportion of the Ukrainian All Ages 285,115 208,185 187,015 162,695 148,090 have made direct comparisons with earli- Canadian population found in specific 0–4 2,130 1,680 1,395 1,315 1,230 er statistics no longer possible as the provinces or regions remained much the 5–9 2,775 1,565 1,470 1,690 1,660 database is not consistent. same as it was in 1991. This provides at 10–14 4,640 2,135 1,445 1,745 2,135 As a result, the statistics on origin pro- least a pause to certain historic trends in 15–19 7,720 3,485 1,765 1,440 2,175 vide a general indication of trends, but the internal migration of Ukrainians in 20–24 9,620 4,895 2,425 1,625 1,930 25–29 12,060 6,805 4,405 2,715 2,290 not a solid base for precise analysis. An Canada. 30–34 15,485 10,020 6,350 4,555 3,245 introductory essay in the Kordan hand- In the first instance, the proportion of 35–39 16,550 12,370 9,320 6,470 4,945 book on the Canadian census notes some Ukrainian Canadians in British Columbia of these changes. 40–44 18,720 13,395 12,100 9,720 7,530 did not rise. The province accounted for 45–49 25,460 15,670 13,420 11,655 9,640 Ethnic origins 16.7 percent of the Ukrainian-Canadian 50–54 29,760 19,215 15,080 12,205 11,590 population in 2001, just slightly down 55–59 37,670 21,585 19,195 14,250 11,715 In 2001, there were 1,071,060 from 16.9 percent a decade ago. This rep- Ukrainians in Canada out of a total popu- 60–64 29,830 27,585 21,730 17,470 14,090 resents the first break in its steady 65+ 72,705 67,995 76,905 75,845 73,930 lation of 29,639,035 (see Table 1 for a increase for more than a half-century listing for Canada and the provinces in (starting with a figure of 1.1 percent in 2001 and 1991). Of this number 326,200 1931). were of single origin (Ukrainian only), Secondly, the Prairie provinces did not Table 4 while 744,860 were of multiple origin experience a significant drop in their pro- (i.e., individuals claiming more than one Frequency of Ukrainian Home Language Use, portion of the Ukrainian-Canadian popu- Canada and the Provinces, 2001 (based on 20% sample data) ethnic background). lation. They claimed a combined total of The origin category “Canadian” 52.8 percent of the dominion’s Total Only Mostly Equally Regularly obtained the greatest number of respons- Ukrainians, down just slightly from the CANADA 67,665 14,325 14,515 5,385 33,440 es on the census (a total of 11,682,680). 1991 tally of 53.4 per cent. This is the British Columbia 3,165 530 700 265 1,670 Nationally, Ukrainians were the ninth smallest proportional drop for the Prairie Alberta 11,845 1,495 1,655 1,090 7,605 most populous group in Canada, now provinces since 1961, when 61.3 percent Saskatchewan 8,255 690 930 810 5,825 Manitoba 11,625 1,515 1,865 1,100 7,145 of Ukrainians in Canada lived there. The Ontario 29,300 9,045 8,435 1,865 9,955 Andrij Makuch is a research coordi- largest losses occurred between 1931 and Quebec 3,345 1,005 915 260 1,165 nator of the Ukrainian Canadian 1951 (dropping in this period from 85.7 Atlantic Provs 120 40 10 5 65 Program at the Canadian Institute of percent to 66.8 percent), largely as a Ukrainian Studies. result of out-migration and the preference

Table 5 Table 1 Number of Immigrants from Ukraine Population by Ukrainian Ethnic Origin, Single and Multiple Origins, to Canada, 1993-2001 Canada and the Provinces, 2001 and 1991 (based on 20% sample data) Canada Ontario Other Provs 2001 1991` 1993 722 500 222 Total Single Multiple Total Single Multiple 1994 1,358 922 436 CANADA 1,071,060 326,200 744,860 1,054,300 410,410 643,890 1995 1,756 1,239 526 British Columbia 178,885 40,785 138,095 177,920 53,015 124,905 1996 2,626 1,710 916 Alberta 285,725 88,355 197,370 266,225 105,260 160,965 1997 2,465 1,752 713 Saskatchewan 121,740 40,710 81,025 131,105 56,305 74,800 1998 2,648 1,713 935 Manitoba 157,660 54,925 102,730 165,950 74,625 91,325 1999 2,156 1,501 655 Ontario 290,925 90,065 200,860 275,441 106,856 168,585 2000 3,321 2,300 1,021 Quebec 24,030 9,165 14,860 23,830 11,475 12,355 2001 3,574 2,538 1,036 Atlantic Provs 9,175 1,650 7,515 10,640 2,525 8,115 Total 20,635 14,175 6,460 Source: Citizenship and Immigration Canada, compiled by the Canadian Ukrainian Immigrant Aid Society 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13

rates related to the aging of individuals Table 6 Ukrainian Canadians... from these groups with a native language (Continued from page 9) fluency and a decline in the number of Immigrant Population from Ukraine, Showing Period of Arrival, Canada, 2001 (based on 20% sample data) population. immigrants from European countries. Moreover, ongoing immigration from A much greater proportion of Ukraine – much of which ends up in Canada’s allophone population (i.e., Total Pre-1960 1961-70 1971-80 1981-90 1991-2001 Ontario – may in the future spur a demo- those with a mother tongue other than 51,610 21,235 1,360 3,060 2,575 23,435 graphic change that could decrease the one of Canada’s official languages) now Prairie’s share of the Ukrainian Canadian consists of recent immigrants from non- population. traditional source regions (e.g., east and evident from the figures presented here. tled in Ontario, particularly in Toronto Edmonton, Winnipeg, and Toronto – southeast Asia, the sub-continent, and so The use of Ukrainian as a home lan- (13,835). This represents a significant each with a population of over 100,000 forth). In fact, Tagalog (a.k.a. Pilipino) guage increased nationwide from 31,990 increase in the number of immigrants Ukrainian Canadians – remained the has superseded Ukrainian as the second in 1991 to 49,985 in 1996, and finally to from Ukraine over the decade, although major urban centers for Ukrainians in leading non-official mother tongue in 67,665 in 2001. To a degree, this is due their numbers remain relatively modest Canada. A listing of the number of Winnipeg. German remains in first place. to renewed immigration from Ukraine. (see Table 5, based on figures tracked by Ukrainians in selected Census A breakdown of Ukrainian language The more pertinent factor, however, is the Canadian Ukrainian Immigrant Aid Metropolitan Areas is found in Table 2. knowledge in Canada by age groups indi- likely to be a looser interpretation of Society). The numbers cited do not take cates that just less than half of those indi- what constitutes “language.” For the into account the ethnic origin of the Language viduals claiming a Ukrainian mother 1996 census the definition read “the lan- Ukrainian immigrants; nor do they factor A total of 148,090 Canadians claimed tongue (73,930) are age 65 or older guage spoken most often at home by the in possible ethnic Ukrainian immigration Ukrainian as their mother tongue in 2001, (Table 3 lists the number of Canadians individual at the time of the census.” In from a third country. down from the 187,015 in 1991 – and claiming a Ukrainian mother tongue by 2001, it became “the language spoken An additional 1,380 individuals from much reduced from the 285,115 in 1981). age categories). This suggests that the most often or on a regular basis at home Ukraine were registered in the census as The drop is much in keeping with a loss in linguistic fluency is almost certain by the individual at the time of the cen- non-permanent residents of Canada. national trend that saw a decline in the to continue. There seems to have been a sus.” The significance of the recent arrivals numbers of individuals from “established” minor increase in language skills in the Ontario had the greatest number is underscored by comparing their num- ethnic groups – Italians, Germans, Poles lower-age cohorts, presumably as a result (29,300) of individuals with a Ukrainian bers against those of earlier immigrants and Dutch – claiming native language of the renewed immigration from home language; of these, 19,855 lived in born in Ukraine (see Table 6). Those who knowledge. This reflects increasing death Ukraine. This, however, is not readily Toronto. In relative terms, Ontario and came here in 1991-2001 constitute 45.4 Quebec were the only provinces in which percent of the total immigrant population the number of people claiming Ukrainian (51,610) from Ukraine. Those who home language use was greater than 10 arrived before 1961 represent a further percent of the Ukrainian-Canadian popu- 41.1 percent, while the remaining 13.5 lation. Among those claiming Ukrainian percent came in the intervening period of home language use across the country, restricted emigration from Ukraine. 14,325 used Ukrainian exclusively, The impact of recent immigration 14,515 mostly, 5,385 in equal measure, from Ukraine is not readily obvious. In and 33,440 regularly (see Table 4). overall demographic terms, the new arrivals do not seem to make a major dif- Immigration ference. However, in respect to A total of 23,435 individuals emigrat- Ukrainian language use they seem to ed from Ukraine to Canada in 1991- have increased numbers in lower- to mid- 2001. The majority of these (15,875) set- dle-aged cohorts. No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 11

Ukrainian Debutante Balls California debutante ball raises funds for aid to Ukraine

by Bohdan and Eleanor Malaniak Ukraine Program. Mr. Malaniak then greeted all of the out-of-town guests and GLENDALE, Calif. – Guests arriving asked them, one city at a time to stand up at the Glendale Hilton Hotel on February and take a bow, beginning with Toronto 22 to attend the eagerly awaited 2003 ball and Edmonton in Canada and then mov- and presentation of debutantes organized ing on to Buffalo, N.Y., Chicago, Detroit, by the California Association to Aid Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Diego and San Ukraine (CAAU) were greeted by the Francisco, as well as the states of Texas blue-and-yellow Ukrainian flag flying and Oregon. The large group received a majestically alongside “Old Glory” high huge welcome from the other guests. above the entrance of the hotel. With the And then someone said, “Let the backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains to Dancing Begin,” and it did, to the music the east and the lush San Fernando Valley of the popular Kari Ochi Band from to the north, it was clear enough in the Toronto. This was the third year that this early evening to almost see the blue group has performed for this annual Pacific Ocean in the distant west. The event, once again providing just the right path leading to the lobby of the hotel was blend of music for a diverse audience. scented by the spring flowers planted The young and energetic danced their alongside the walkway, and the palm trees hearts out into the wee hours of the morn- swayed gracefully in the gentle breeze. ing. Those of the young-at-heart genera- As guests entered the delightful recep- tion (to which these writers belong) called tion area they were able to immediately it an evening a little bit earlier. see all of the exciting silent auction items The silent auction was superbly organ- that were on exhibit throughout the room. ized and delivered by the “Best-In-The While everyone was socializing and West-Ukrainian-Auctioneer,” Susan enjoying the hors’ d’euvres and libations, Koziak, program committee member. All they also had an opportunity to view the 85 auction items were sold to the highest many beautiful CAAU posters and photo- bidders and a good time was had by all graphs on display, as well as watch a 20- who participated. minute revolving video about the associa- Luba Poniatyszyn Keske, newly elect- California’s debutantes (from left) Slavomira A. Haywas, Renia N. Soluk, Mary tion’s charitable work in Ukraine, which ed president and outgoing chair, this year S. Micevich, Natalya A. Brikner and Nicole H. Swartzlander. included the distribution of wheelchairs to worked incessantly behind the scenes to many adults and children. All proceeds ensure the success of the event. For the “I think that the debutante presentation – to the needy people of Ukraine. When I from this evening’s event will benefit last six months, as co-chair of the ball, she was really elegant. All of the young saw the clip of the old woman who was orphanages and meals for seniors pro- planned and executed activities, as well as women have so many aspirations for the explaining that she never left the house grams in Ukraine. organized and drilled all of the debutantes future and have accomplished so much because she didn’t have a wheelchair, and The enjoyment continued as the guests and their escorts. The evening of the ball thus far. They looked radiant and seemed now she can because CAAU was able to entered the grand ballroom, which was proceeded under Ms. Keske’s watchful to enjoy themselves the entire evening,” provide her with one, I literally had tears breathtakingly beautiful. The tables and eye, assuring a smooth and well-paced said Ms. Chopko of Los Angeles. “I think chairs were covered in white linen, bur- in my eyes. That was really moving.” event from start to finish. (In her spare the silent auction was a great success. gundy starburst floral arrangements were Dr. Roman Kulczycky of North time, it should be noted, Ms. Keske is There were so many items to choose from on every table, and the white-gloved wait- Hollywood said of the event: “The Kobzar senior vice-president for MGM Studios.) and it was a great source of revenue. ers stood at attention. The candles and Choir was magnificent. The ballroom set- Many people’s generosity enabled us to mood lighting combined to warm the The reviews are in ting was beautiful. The presentation of have an amazing display this year – ambiance of the room, and then the guests debutantes and their credentials – unbe- thanks mostly to Susan Koziak for, once were seated. The CAAU’s 2003 charity ball and lievable. The overall mood of the affair – Lesia Chopko, secretary of the CAAU presentation of debutantes was definitely again, organizing it.” simply wonderful.” and master of ceremonies, graciously more than very special this year. To illus- Ms. Chopko also noted: “I thought the “It was nice to see so many young peo- greeted the guests and opened the pro- trate just how special, here are some CAAU video was awesome. We got to see gram for the evening. quotes from those who were there. where our hard work and efforts really go (Continued on page 12) Christina Shymkovich, CAAU vice- president, introduced each one of the lovely debutantes and presented a synop- sis of their educational, cultural, civic and community achievements, as well as their goals for the future. She also introduced each of the young gentlemen escorts. Following the presentation of debutantes, the beautiful young ladies waltzed with their fathers, and then with their escorts. The waltz of the fathers and mothers con- cluded the presentation. Preceding the dinner, the Ukrainian National Choir Kobzar of Los Angeles sang “God Bless America,” “Prayer for Ukraine” and “The Lord’s Prayer,” con- ducted by Gregory Hallick-Holutiak, musical director and conductor of the choir. The delicious cuisine was served by the many courteous attendants, who poured wine and champagne throughout the din- ner. Afterwards, Taras Kozbur, the newly elected chairman of the CAAU board, delivered welcoming remarks and com- mended the program committee members who had totally devoted themselves to making this the most successful and well- attended ball ever. He also recognized Bohdan Malaniak, outgoing president, and Bohdan Mykytyn, outgoing treasurer, for their long and outstanding service to the CAAU. Mr. Malaniak introduced a special guest, David Richard, executive director of the organization Wheels for Humanity, as well as a strong supporter and partner with the CAAU in the Wheelchairs for The debutantes and their escorts at the dinner table. 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13

Ukrainian Debutante Balls Philadelphia engineers sponsor annual society event

by Metodij Boretsky Philadelphia Branch, opened the event Balytsky with Mykhas Kindrat-Prat After the debutantes’ presentation, the and greeted the guests, especially the Jeanette Natalia Krier with Alexander dinner began. About 200 people attended PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – The 48th head of the executive board of the Mykhajlowych, and Larissa Maria the dinner, and more than 400 enjoyed Engineers’ Ball of the Philadelphia Ukrainian Engineers’ Society of America, Stawnychy with Danylo Peleshchuk. Branch of the Ukrainian Engineers’ the dance held afterwards. Marko Shmerykowsky. He also intro- The debutantes and their escorts were The committee that organized the Society of America (UESA) was held duced the master of ceremonies, Bohdan formally greeted by Mr. Boretsky and 2003 Engineers’ Ball was composed of here on Saturday, February 1, at the Park Mizak. introduced by the master of ceremonies. Mr. Boretsky (chairman), Larysa Zaika, Hyatt Hotel. This year’s ball included the After the formal opening, the following Mr. Boretsky congratulated each debu- presentation of debutantes, a banquet and eight debutantes and their escorts were pre- tante and pinned ribbons on them with Marta Shyprykevych, Ihor Kovaliv, a dance to the music of the Tempo sented: Patricia Ksenia Leskiw with Andrij the assistance of Yaroslava Halaway. Alexander Jarymowych, Wolodymyr orchestra. Bzovjtskyj, Maria Lidia Prociuk with Andrea Kalyta, Maria Cyhan, Khrystyna Horbovyj, Myron Bilas, Mychajlo Koma- After the cocktail hour, Metodij Marko Bohdan Chaikiwskyj, Christina Hud and Ms. Halaway prepared the novsky, Olenka Chaburska and Petro Boretsky, head of the UESA’s Xenia Krier with Ivan Pavlo Bobak, Iryna debutantes for the presentation ceremony. Shtompil.

ing so much of their time to make this an tantes, Mary Micevych of Tarzana, sent a Sunny California, and remember the great California... elegant affair with 300 people attending.” message indicating she wants to volunteer CAAU ball of 2003. Then, immediately, (Continued from page 11) She added, “I’m also grateful for every- some of her time to community service via make plans for a little winter vacation to ple involved so enthusiastically in prepa- one’s generosity, which, along with the the CAAU. join your family and friends for a delight- ration for this event, and having so much silent auction and the challenge to match Another guest, Christine Dax- ful evening at the 2004 CAAU ball and fun doing it. My only complaint, and not donations made our charity event a huge Czajkowskyj of Sherman Oaks, said: “My presentation of debutantes, where you will only mine, was that the music was too success! Thank you everyone!” husband is half Ukrainian, yet we have enjoy wining, dining, dancing, music and loud. Are the young musicians getting Fellow Pasadena resident Bohdan never really been an active part of the more. Imagine all of this at a charitable hard of hearing?” commented Mr. Kozbur Knianicky commented: “It was my pleas- community. We were coaxed into attend- event whose proceeds benefit the needy in of Buena Park. His concerns were ure to make such a donation and challenge ing this year by a friend and had such a Ukraine.” addressed by his colleague on the CAAU, others to step up to the plate and open great time that we not only want to get a * * * Mr. Malaniak of Glendale, who said, their hearts and wallets to such a worthy table together for next year, we are look- “Next year we will have a concession to cause. I think it’s part of our responsibility ing for potential debutantes for our sons to CAAU’s outreach request to the sell ‘sound modifiers’ (earplugs) to the to help those that have so little, whether escort.” Ukrainian American community was to sensitive listeners among us – with pro- here or abroad.” Finally, a guest who flew in all the way bring toothbrushes and toothpaste to the ceeds being donated to CAAU, of course.” He went on to thank the CAAU “for from Detroit, Peter Maziak, gave this tes- ball. Organizers ended up with approxi- “Second-generation Los Angeles area their dedication and hard work” to make timonial: “Complete with good cheer, mately 1,200 sets for orphanages, and they Ukrainian Americans are participating and the debutante ball a success. “You are the good music, and good friends – not to are now in the process of being shipped to enjoying the traditional debutante ball that unsung heroes. You are the lifeline and the mention great auction items from Ukraine. originated almost 40 years ago by our con- heart of this community. Therefore, I Madonna and Pierce Brosnan – the The CAAU’s substantial Ukrainian temporaries. Literally, both young and old salute you.” CAAU Ball was not only a great charity, American membership base provides for enjoyed the fun, dancing and cama- Community outreach but also a great time. One of the best the needy in Ukraine. Dues and contribu- raderie,” underscored Ania Shalauta of zabavas in the country!” tions are tax-deductible under IRS Code, Laguna Niguel. Quite by good fortune, the ball also This was followed up by a message to Section 501(c) (3). Checks made payable Ms. Shymkovich of Pasadena noted became a venue for outreach. out-of-town friends from Mr. Malaniak: to the CAAU may be sent to the associa- that this was made possible by “talented For instance, the CAAU received a “Next year when winter arrives in the tion’s treasurer: Marta Mykytyn-Hill, and dedicated committee members devot- wonderful offer when one of the debu- colder climates of the country, think 1219 via Arroyo, Ventura, CA 93003.

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Ukrainian Debutante Balls Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization introduces debutantes

WHIPPANY, N.J. – Plast-Pryiat of Newark, N.J., and that city’s branch of Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization Newark, N.J., held their annual debu- tante ball on Saturday, February 8, at the Hanover Marriott’s Grand Ballroom. The black-tie event began with the masters of ceremonies, Lida Moczula and Lubodar Olesnycky, having the pleasure of presenting the 10 debutantes and their escorts as they entered the grand ballroom. All the girls are mem- bers of the Plast troop (“hurtok”) “Kalyna.” As family, friends and guests looked on, Oksana Bauer’s beautifully choreo- graphed promenade of debutantes and their escorts unfolded before their eyes. The program included a welcome from George Shypailo, the president of the Newark Plast branch, a welcome from girls’ “hurtkova,” Oksana Buniak, and an invocation by the Rev. Bohdan Lukie and the Rev. Roman Mirchuk, pastors of Ukrainian parishes in Newark and Whippany, N.J., respectively. Over 470 guests enjoyed the dinner and several hundred additional guests arrived to dance to the music of two bands, Tempo of New Jersey and Zolota Bulava of Montreal. It was a very ele- gant and magical evening for all the guests, and especially for the young ladies introduced to Ukrainian society. The girls presented to society along with their escorts were as follows: Adriana Brodyn with Yuri Stawnychy, Oksana Buniak with Orest Mykyta, Marta Lasiy with Alexander Drabyk, Natalia Lasiy with Adrian Wirt, Alexandra Paslawsky with Maksym Artymyshyn, Justina Polanskyj with Gabelli Studio Michael Pylyp, Christina Popovich with Debutantes and their escorts at the Newark Plast branch’s 2003 ball. Alex Knihnicky, Roxanne Roik with Mark Babiak, Sophia Torielli with Selfreliance Ukrainian American Federal guests who made the evening a success Committee members for the 2003 Alexander Oryshkevych and Renata Credit Union for its continued support. and an invitation was offered to next debutante ball were: Irene Turynsky, Shypailo with Adrian Kochan. At the conclusion of the memorable year’s debutante ball to be held on January Zenia Olesnycky, Darka Semanyshyn, Ball organizers expressed thanks to evening gratitude was extended to the 31, 2004, again at the Hanover Marriott. Laryssa Nahnybida and Lida Moczula. Washington association hosts Malanka/debutante ball

by Chrystia Shashkewych-Oryshkevych WASHINGTON – At the traditional Malanka, or New Year’s Eve debutante ball, three debutantes were introduced to the Washington Ukrainian American com- munity before an audience of 300 guests. The January 11 Malanka was hosted by the Ukrainian Association of the Washington Metropolitan Area (“Obiednannia”) in the Grand Ballroom of the Georgetown University Conference Center. After a cocktail and hors d’oeuvre reception, Sophika Nakonechny-Smith, co-president of the association, welcomed everyone. She introduced the honored guests: Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United States Kostyantyn Gryshchenko and his wife, Natalya. Ambassador Gryshchenko greeted all present and wished joy to Ukrainians everywhere, faith in the future, and much love to Ukraine, which gave us all life. Ms. Nakonechny-Smith also introduced and thanked the Obiednannia executive board responsible for plan- ning this event: Halyna Breslawec (co-president), Irene Kost (secretary), John Kun (treasurer), Richard Smith (marketing consultant), and Oleh and Slavko Voloshin (members of the board). After concluding her opening remarks, Ms. Nakonechny-Smith introduced the masters of cere- Natalie Sluzar monies for the debutante presentation: Chrystia Shashkewych-Oryshkevych and Yaromyr Oryshkevych. Debutantes and their escorts with organizers of the event (from left): Yaromyr Oryshkevych, Chrystia The presentation included a very touching moment that Shashkewych-Oryshkevych, Roman Shapoval, Nadia Mostovych, Michael Kindrat-Pratt, Anya Sira, Andres each debutante and her family will no doubt treasure as Garcia, Stefanie Nakoneczny and Sophika Nakonechny-Smith. a wonderful remembrance for a lifetime. The three debutantes and their escorts were: Nadia Rev. Volodymyr Steliac, pastor of St. Andrew Ukrainian orchestra from Chicago. Mostovych with Roman Shapoval, Anya Sira with Michael Orthodox Cathedral in Silver Spring, Md. After the fes- Everyone welcomed the New Year with a champagne Kindrat-Pratt, and Stefanie Nakoneczny with Andres Garcia. tive dinner, guests enjoyed dancing to the superb toast at midnight and continued to enjoy the festivities The dinner began with an invocation delivered by the accompaniment of the Veseli Chasy (Good Times) of the grand evening. 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13

Ukrainian Debutante Balls Fifteen SUM members debut at organization’s annual ball

by Adrianna M. Rudyk WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – On March 1, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in White Plains, 15 giddy, bubbly and excited teenage girls were transformed into ele- gant, graceful and poised young ladies. The event was the well-attended 39th annual Debutante Ball of the Ukrainian American Youth Association (SUM). The beaming smiles, glistening eyes and proud stance of young ladies ready to be announced and accepted into the social circle of the Ukrainian community was both the culmination and the reward for the ball organizers’ efforts. After an enjoyable cocktail hour, the air of excitement heightened as the guests entered the main dining room. The lights in the hall came up and the participants listened to the official greet- ing of parents, family and other guests. The main speaker was Kornel Wasylyk, representing the SUM national board. More than 350 dinner guests anxious- ly awaited the grand entrance of this year’s debutantes. The masters of cere- monies, Yaroslav and Lesia Palylyk, introduced each young lady along with her escort. They represented five branch- es of the Ukrainian American Youth Association: Passaic, N.J. – Lana Abruskato (with escort Stefan Shchur), Amy Johnson (Michael Kapitula), Oksana Paluch (Roman Kebalo), Oksana Rusynko (Daniel Maksymiv), Tetiana 2003 SUM debutantes and their escorts make their entrance. Hamaniuk Saleh (Markian Romaniv), Larissa Sydor (Pino Tortorici); Yonkers, N.Y. – Marusia Drobenko (Paul Bybel), Rosa Maria Lotocky (Alexander Hulinsky), Alina Sysak (Wasyl Liber); Irvington, N.J. – Oksana Maria Laschuk (Peter Kasyanenko); Hartford, Conn. – Julia Paslawsky (Andrew Bzonytsky); Chrystyna Tsar (Maksym Say), Anastasia Teterechko (Andrew Kudryk); New York, – Katherine Rojowsky (Christopher Gojdycz) and Julianna Wynohradnyk (Christopher Sambrato). As each debutante was announced, she was escorted by her partner to meet her parents, who congratulated their daughter and expressed their love and admiration on the occasion of her debut. The young debutant, in turn, gracefully curtsied to all present. MAY WE HELP YOU? To reach The Ukrainian Weekly call (973) 292-9800, and dial the appropriate extension (as listed below). The ever-popular “kolomyika” dance during the debutante ball.

Editorial – 3049, 3063, 3069 The 15 young couples delighted the rate banquet, which was preceded by a also summarized each debutante’s audience with an intricate minuet choreo- prayer conducted by the Rev. Bohdan accomplishments and interests, both aca- Administration – 3041 graphed by ballet master Hryhorij Danylo. He added his own blessing and demic as well as societal, and her future Momot. This segued into the debutante’s encouraged each debutante to lead a ben- plans. Advertising – 3040 first waltz. Halfway through, the young eficial and Christian life, never forgetting This successful evening was the ladies fathers cut in, and completed the her heritage. result of the efforts of a well coordinat- Subscriptions – 3042 dance with their daughter. All other As a memento of this unforgettable ed debutante ball committee led by Mr. guests then joined in dancing to the tunes event, the debutantes and all guests Palylyk, which fulfilled its goal of host- Production – 3052 of Zolota Bulava from Montreal. received a program book listing each ing an elegant, memorable and enjoy- The evening continued with an elabo- young lady and her escort. The booklet able evening. No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 15

Ukrainian Debutante Balls Detroit engineers’ winter ball presents area’s debutantes

Debutantes and their escorts at the Detroit UESA’s winter ball (from left): Adriana Marie Stebens and Neal Cole, Christina Odarka Zurkiwskyj and Marko Bodnaruk, Veronica Rogalla and Alexander Skalchuk, Larysa Konowka and Dmytri Hryciw, Lesia Baranyk and Alexander Moysaenko, Marta Olena Hnatiuk and Andrew Rudnycky, Andrea Kovalyshyn and Alex Poljanac, Marta Kunynskyj and Adrian Pichurko, Natalie Onyskiw and Roman Laba, Maria Dzul and Paul Kossak, Alexandra Leheta and Michael Koniuch and Katya Roma Prybula and Roman Pylypczak.

by Laryssa J. Kozak significance as his granddaughter was where the debutantes, in keeping with UESA’s 55th anniversary, which making her debut and his grandson, tradition, presented their mothers with a spawned the national organization’s DETROIT – The Ukrainian En-gineers’ Marco Shmerykowsky, UESA national single long-stem red rose. involvement in new projects, including Society of America (UESA), Detroit vice-president was present at the ball. The MC ended the formal part of the charitable efforts in Ukraine. Branch, continued its 42-year-old tradition Officiating as mistress of ceremonies, evening by addressing the debutantes, Detroit Chapter Vice-President Natalie with the annual winter ball and presenta- Oksana Woloszczuk, began by greeting wishing them well in their goals and Lewyckyj presented Ihor Senyk an award tion of debutantes on February 22. To date, friends, families and guests, and express- aspirations, and urging them to maintain recognizing his 50 years of UESA mem- the Detroit Chapter has presented 404 debutantes to Ukrainian society. ing appreciation to the organizers of the their strong ties to the Ukrainian commu- bership and his status as the longest The gala, held at the Ukrainian event, especially to Ms. Sawicky for her nity. With a toast and group rendition of active Detroit Chapter board member Cultural Center in Warren, Mich., attract- efforts in reviving the Detroit Chapter’s “Mnohaya Lita,” the 41st presentation of since 1958. ed 300 guests. Opening the ball’s festivi- activity. debutantes in Detroit became history. Special thanks were extended to the ties, UESA Detroit Branch President The evening turned magical as each of The festivities continued after dinner ball committee – Ms. Sawicky (chairper- Dianna Korduba Sawicky welcomed the the 12 debutantes was introduced. to the sounds of Veseli Chasy of Chicago, son), Zina Kozak-Zachary and Laryssa debutantes and their escorts, families and Entering the ballroom donned in regal as guests filled the dance floor late into Kozak (debutante presentation, advertis- friends. She acknowledged the atten- white gowns, carrying delicate pink rose the snowy night. ing, program publication), Irene and Ihor dance of four generations of debutantes’ nosegays and flanked by their escorts, the The successful event was largely due Senyk (flowers, photographer), Ksenia families at the event. ladies made their formal debut. to the contribution of dedicated UESA Kozak (ticket/table reservations), Ms. She made special mention of a past A group dance of the debutantes with ball committee members. This sentiment Woloszczuk (MC) – as well as to Ireneus chapter president, the late Mykola their escorts was followed by the father- was expressed by Mr. Shmerykowsky, as Kozak for the invitation design. Kunynskyj, for his initiative in the devel- daughter dance. Elegantly choreo- he delivered a brief address to the guests A portion of the proceeds from the opment of the presentation program graphed, the gentlemen escorted the on behalf of the UESA national board. winter ball will be used to support schol- beginning in 1960. His role had special debutantes’ mothers to the dance floor Mr. Shmerykowsky also highlighted the arship funds in the Ukrainian community.

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INTERVIEW:South African Corrie Sanders knocked Volodymyryou to the canvas was Klitschko rather powerful. comments on lossany boxer. of Corrie WBO Sanders had titleone chance out Ukrainian Volodymyr Klitschko to take What do you think? in a hundred, and he used this chance. The the World Boxing Organization title during As you saw, I was not hit with punches lucky punch was powerful and sent a boxing match in Hanover, Germany, on that would have sent me into a deep Volodymyr into a very groggy condition March 8. The loss was Klitschko’s second knockout. Corrie was able to hammer me and he could not recover. in his professional career, giving him a only because I was unable to recover. But How is Volodymyr feeling? record of 40 wins and two losses. I did not want to give up that easily. I am Sanders, 37 stunned Klitschko, 27, with He’s feeling normal. Unfortunately, it is sure Fritz Sdunek [Volodymyr’s trainer] repeated punches throughout the short necessary to acknowledge that boxers could have stopped the fight but I still fight, knocking him to the mat twice in the experience victories and they also experi- believed that I could turn the fight around. first round and twice in the second round. ence defeats. But most important for him However, I was unable to do that. The final blow came 27 seconds into the is to be able to rise up and return to the second round and shocked much of the Volodymyr, there is an opinion that gym so that he can shortly return into the boxing world as Klitshcko was widely your preparation for this fight was Yuri Nesterenko ring and prove his right to be considered expected to win. not good enough and there is some Volodymyr Klitschko after his loss. as one of the strongest boxers in the world. talk that you underestimated your A special correspondent for The Vitalii, we’re all interested to know if Ukrainian Weekly recently had an oppor- opponent. Only one thing – a huge thanks for all there will be a rematch? tunity to speak with Volodymyr Klitschko, Believe me when I say that I prepared your letters and words of support. This Volodymyr has a right to this. When and his older brother, Vitalii, regarding the for this fight like any other. I considered obligates me to return into the ring and to and where this will happen – I have no upset. The following is a portion of that this opponent to be as serious as any confirm your hopes. interview conducted by Roman Kernitski. other opponent. Sanders’ punch and my answer now. But the revenge will show desire to look impressive had its toll. I Volodymyr, your answer to your the validity of Sanders’ win, or if it was Volodymyr, what happened Saturday luck. night? would say, however, that my weight was skeptics? somewhat too heavy for such a fight. It’s Vitalii, probably your plans need I don’t know whether it’s worth to keep I think that everyone that was present at not an excuse, just an observation. some rethinking. Is America on hold on persuading them. If I had won, their the arena or that has watched the fight on now? TV saw perfectly what happened. In my After your loss HBO did not react as reaction would have been the same, 12-year career as a boxer nothing like this they did when Vitalii was defeated, but though not as loud. No! Our plans that we made public has ever happened to me. Even my fight were rather reserved and reasonable *** earlier continue to be true. Certainly, this toward your loss. What was the reason loss is a step back for both Volodymyr with Ross Purity was something complete- Vitalii, what happened with that Larry Merchant was so reasonable and me. But there was no tragedy – ly different than this loss to Corrie Sanders. Volodymyr? I started the fight confidently and domi- about the loss? everyone loses. However, the real cham- nated until the moment when I missed I think that Larry, as well as most other What happened is what can happen to pions are the ones who return to the ring. Corrie’s punch. Instead of starting to box, people inside the arena, were in shock and I made a mistake, which affected the out- could not say much. On the other hand, come of the fight. I tried to rehabilitate HBO had to understand that this loss did myself and win back the fight with combi- not destroy my future potential, and that nations. I started attacking and exchanging this loss did not bring an end to my profes- blows with him. What happened next, I sional career. On the contrary, now there is think you already know. intrigue, which is always interesting. What do you think about your loss? Will you have a rematch with I think that nothing tragic has taken Corrie? place. Many great boxers have lost. This has to be decided by my promoter However, the most important thing is to and Corrie Sanders’ promoter. find the power to rise up and return into the ring. When are you planning on going back into the gym to start training Vitalii [Volodymyr’s older brother] again? said last night that Corrie won by a lucky punch. What do you think? In about three to four weeks. I think that’s the way it was. Sanders And what will you be doing during had a one in a hundred chance to win the those weeks? fight against me. He utilized that one I don’t know yet, but I can tell you one chance. To be more precise, I helped him thing – boxing will not be on my mind use it. On the one hand it was a during those weeks that I have off. lucky punch, and on the other hand it was When can we expect your next fight? my hasty tactics. Corrie was able to use my mistakes against me and he was able In about three to four months, though to finish the fight with a victory. not earlier. I will impatiently wait to return Volodymyr, many say that after your into the ring. first knockdown the fight should have What can you say to all those who been stopped, since the punch that sent support you?

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long time among the Germans regarding The comical... crimes against the Jews – that the actions (Continued from page 6) of Russians vis-à-vis Ukrainians have racially insensitive remarks without con- been criminal – but there seems to be sequences. And this is doubly so if you none whatsoever – then Ms. Khrushcheva’s comments might simply are somehow associated, whether by be offensive, but not dangerously national, regional or political origin or obscene. affiliation, with those who committed the But because her comments do repre- crimes or atrocities at issue. sent mainstream Russian thinking, and If Ms. Khrushcheva’s grandfather and because views such as hers have histori- countrymen had not murdered millions of cally been central to the mindset that has Ukrainians, her views could simply be led to crimes against humanity being considered harmlessly crackpot. If there committed by Russians against were at least a smidgen of recognition Ukrainians, the public expression of such among Russians – as there has been for a views is obscene, dangerously so.

into a single package with Eastern EU proposals... European countries in order to confer (Continued from page 2) upon two groups a single status. This sin- Mr. Skovmand also said Ukraine’s gle status may mean a single prospect: official goal of becoming a candidate exclusion from the possibility of integra- country in a decade is in line with the EU tion, possible membership,” Mr. Sushko proposals. Stuart Hensel, a Ukraine said. analyst at the Economist Intelligence Mr. Sushko said Brussels is setting a double standard for EU neighbor coun- Unit in London, said the country has tries. He said the situation in Ukraine is been offered the best deal it can reason- no worse than in Albania or Macedonia ably expect. “It doesn’t offer any whose future candidacy has already been prospects for any sort of immediate declared by Brussels. membership, in fact. It suggests that over He said Balkan countries like Albania, the next 10 years the EU is not interested Macedonia, and Serbia are also far from in looking at new members and that the meeting the Copenhagen criteria – the most this deal offers Ukraine is access to Always with personal care.. economic and political conditions for the internal markets. That means perhaps candidate countries set by the EU in greater concessions on trade terms, 1993. But the EU is clear in its strategy Ukrainian-Speaking greater access for Ukrainian goods to get toward them. “The EU has an aim to Dentist in Westchester County. into the EU, greater access perhaps for fully integrate those countries,” he said. Ukrainians to enter into the EU without “It may happen in the distant future – the visas, but that’s about it,” Mr. Hensel precise dates have not been given – but Dr. Ruslan Korobeinik, D.D.S. said. the [political] will in Brussels is clear.” Mr. Sushko said the proposals put Mr. Hensel said Ukraine itself lacks • State of the art facility. Ukraine in a league with countries that political will and has been slow with $29 • All dental specialists on site. will never be accepted into the EU, such reform progress. “I think the main prob- as the North African states, which are lem is a lack of willingness on the part of 9 • Payment plans available also discussed in the “neighborhood” [Ukraine’s] political class to embrace the • Examination • Open evenings & Saturdays proposals. “Ukraine is put in the same sort of reforms that it knows the EU is • X-rays league not only with Belarus and looking for, and more technically, the • Cleaning Moldova but also with Africa. Even tak- incapacity of the administration in • Examination 1 Byram Brook Place ing into consideration all the advantages Ukraine to fulfill the sort of reforms • Consultation Armonk, NY 10504 that North African countries enjoy in required,” Mr. Hensel said. (reg. $345) (914) 765-0093 their relations with the EU, such an Mr. Hensel said Ukraine’s foreign pol- African option for Ukraine, on an emo- icy is fuzzy. Ukraine seeks closer eco- 24 Hr. Emergency # (646) 489-8111 tional level, provokes misunderstanding,” nomic ties with Russia on the one hand Mr. Sushko said. and with the EU on the other. He noted Visit us on the web. Mr. Sushko said the document implies that last month, leaders from Ukraine, that Ukraine might never be accepted Russia, Belarus and Kazakstan signed a www.guerrinodentistry.com into the EU. “We have a suspicion that joint declaration stating their intention to these [North African] countries are put create a free-trade zone.

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Anthracite Museum Toronto choirs to pay tribute to Mykola Leontovych by Sonia Solomon the second and third acts but was assassi- nated during the night of January 22-23, to focus on pysanky TORONTO – The Vesnivka Choir and SCRANTON, Pa. – Just in time for 1921, in a wave of terror initiated by the the Ukrainian Male Chamber Chorus, Easter, on Saturday, April 5, the Anthracite Soviet Bolshevik regime in Ukraine. We Heritage Museum will again host two under the direction of Kvitka Kondracka, are fortunate that despite his relatively identical workshops featuring the will close their 2002-2003 season with a short life Leontovych left a substantial Ukrainian art of decorating Easter eggs, tribute to Mykola Leontovych. body of work. known as pysanky – a popular program Mykola Leontovych was born on Composer Myroslav Skoryk and poet that has become an annual event celebrat- December 1, 1877, in Monastyrsk, D. Bobyr took it upon themselves to fin- ing folk art and crafts at the museum. Ukraine. In 1882 he attended the semi- ish the one act opera. Mr. Bobyr edited The first workshop will run from 9:30 nary in Kamianets, where he sang in the the libretto and Mr. Skoryk focused on a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and the second pro- choir, began to study ancient Ukrainian the unfinished sections of the score. Both gram from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. chants and folk melodies and began his worked as closely as possible to Participants may register for only one of first attempts at choral arranging. In 1894 Leontovych’s style to maintain the the sessions. he completed his seminary studies, taught work’s integrity. “The Feast of the Water A $5 fee is required for each participant at various schools, composed arrange- Nymphs” is a folk-fantasy opera that to cover material costs for the program, ments and organized choirs and orches- weaves the intonations and rhythms of which is designed for participants age 12 tras. During this time Leontovych also Ukrainian spring, kupalo and “rusalka” and above. For more information and to published two booklets of choral arrange- songs and elements of dance. The main register for either workshop, contact the ments, which he sent to Mykola Lysenko. theme of the opera is the conflict museum at (570) 963-4804. In the summer of 1903 and 1904 between the real world and the world of Ukrainians have been widely credited Leontovych attended the St. Petersburg fantasy. Leontovych’s fantasy world can for elevating the beautifullly decorated egg Court Capella to continue his formal be playful and frolicking but also full of Mykola Leontovych to a popular folk-art form, a practice dat- musical training and in 1909 he began to secrets, mystery and danger. He makes ing to pre-Christian times. Neighboring study composition at the Conservatory of the water nymphs real, suffering and sitions, including his signature pieces peoples such as the Poles, Lithuanians and Kyiv. He worked and studied in relative angry beings with characteristics given to “Dudaryk and Schedryk” and should turn Hungarians began similar egg-decorating obscurity until 1916, when he showed individual “rusalky.” out to be an event that can’t be missed. techniques including scratch-carving and Oleksander Koshetz his manuscript of “The Feast of the Water Nymphs” had A tribute to Mykola Leontovych fea- wax-resistant decorating. Workshop “Schedryk.” This piece was performed its premiere in 1977 at the Kyiv State turing selections of liturgical and folk instructor Irene Sherman will introduce that year to tremendous acclaim and Opera and Ballet Theater to mark the music and the North American premiere participants to the traditions of the made Leontovych famous. centenary of Mykola Leontovych’s birth. of Leontovych’s unfinished one-act pysanky art and the techniques of egg-dec- Leontovych’s peak composing period For the opera’s North American pre- opera, “The Feast of the Water Nymphs,” orating, enabling students to design and was from 1910 to 1920. In the summer of miere, Kvitka Kondracka commissioned will be presented on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. make their own pysanky in preparation for 1919 he began working on “The Feast of Myroslav Skoryk to rearrange his origi- at the Glenn Gould Studio, 250 Front St. the Easter holiday, when pysanky are tra- the Water Nymphs,” which was based on nal orchestral score for a chamber W., Toronto. Tickets are: $25 for adults; ditionally exchanged. a story by poet and folkorist Borys orchestra. $20 for seniors/students. For additional The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Hrinchenko. At the end of 1920 the first Guest soloists Kateryna Chubar, information call (416) 246-9880. Museum is located in McDade Park, off act was almost finished while a couple of Christine Stelmacovich, Lesia Piasta and Keyser Avenue (Exits 182 or 191B off I- sections remained sketched out. Taras Chmil will join Vesnivka Choir and To subscribe: Send $55 ($45 if you are a 81, and Exit 122 from I-476). The muse- Leontovych played the piece for compos- The Ukrainian Male Chamber Chorus for member of the UNA) to The Ukrainian um is open year-round Monday through er Kyrylo Stetsenko and poet Pavlo the performance. The program will be Weekly, Subscription Department, 2200 Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, noon Tychyna. Both were impressed by the rounded out with a selection of Route 10, P.O. Box 280, to 5 p.m. work and Leontovych planned to write Leontovych’s religious and folk compo- Parsippany, NJ 07054

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Conference at Ukrainian Free University originally said the deficit was not caused Former minister... by “abuses... but by flawed statistic-gath- (Continued from page 1) ering methods.” tackles legal issues of parliamentary elections ing throughout Ukraine. Over the last six weeks, prosecutors On March 25 President Leonid have accused individual farms, traders MUNICH, German – The Ukrainian Parliament. Kuchma said he was satisfied with the and regional officials of inflating the fig- Free University (UFU) organized an Dr. Bohdan A. Futey, judge of the work of the Procurator General’s Office ures of current reserves and last year’s international conference on the legal United States Court of Federal Claims in thus far, which had turned up startling grain harvest, which was originally issues of parliamentary elections. The Washington, and Stephen B. Nix, director evidence of wrongdoing. Prosecutors reported to have been about 39 million conference was held February 14-15 at of the Washington-based International said they have found violations of law in tons. Prosecutors now say the amount of the university building located on Republican Institute gave papers at the all of Ukraine’s 27 regions. the harvest was “substantially less.” Investigators continued to search for Pienzenauerstrasse. first plenary session. The moderator was President Kuchma noted that many of evidence that grain harvest figures were Titled “Election and Jurisprudence – A Dr. Heydenreuter. the illegal foreign transactions involved inflated to hide secret sales at reduced Comparative Analysis: Germany Prof. Mykhailo Kostytskyi and Natalia great deals for foreign buyers. He said prices to foreign buyers. By inflating har- (Bavaria), Ukraine and the United Kushakova gave a jointly authored paper that at times “the prices that were set for vest numbers, those who undertook the States,” the conference brought together at the second plenary session. Dr. [grain] export and those that were report- criminal activity allowed themselves a Canadian, German, Ukrainian and Kostytskyi is a judge of the ed in customs differed by up to 30 per- greater share of international sales, ceil- American scholars, members of parlia- Constitutional Court of Ukraine and Ms. cent.” ings for which are derived as a percent of ments, judges and high civil servants. Kushakova is a senior researcher at the The Ukrainian president said the best the total harvest. Over 130 persons attended this academic same court. outcome from the scandal would be if In an interview with the newspaper gathering. Mykhailo Riabets, president of the reporting and enforcement mistakes were Den, Procurator Tatiana Korniakova This international conference not repeated. Mr. Kuchma emphasized Central Election Commission in Ukraine cited a Ukrainian-Egyptian deal as a spe- addressed four major themes in its three and Dr. Stretovych of the Ukrainian that he believes those who closed their eyes and ears to what was happening cific example of how set prices and plenary sessions. They were the nature of Parliament also addressed this second delivery prices differed. She said that, electoral systems, the problem of voting session with scholarly papers. The mod- around them bear the same guilt as those who took part in the criminal activity. while an agreement between Egypt and rights, the role of electoral commissions erator was Ivan Myhul, dean, UFU facul- Ukraine had directed that grain sales and the adjudication of election disputes. ty of government and political economy. While Mr. Kuchma underscored that he wanted to keep the investigation sepa- occur at a government-set price of $80 Leonid Rudnytzky, rector of the Dr. Dieter Blumenwitz, chair of inter- per ton of wheat, customs documents Ukrainian Free University, welcomed national law, general state theory and rate of the politics, the organization that former Prime Minister Kinakh currently showed grain transfers had been made at everyone in his opening remarks. Since political science of Würzburg University, heads, the Union of Industrialists and $50 per ton. Dr. Oleksander Lavrynovych, the minis- and Johann Hahlen delivered scholarly Entrepreneurs, claimed that the charges Among the regions of southern ter of justice of Ukraine, was unable to papers at the third plenary session. Mr. against Mr. Kozachenko were exclusive- Ukraine reporting the largest discrepan- attend, his keynote speech was made by Hahlen is the president of the German ly of a political origin and reflected an cies between the harvest figures as Dr. Volodymyr Stretovych, chair of the Federal Bureau of Statistics and the com- effort to hide a failure to implement reported last year and the current, more Verkhovna Rada’s Committee on the missioner of German Federal Elections. structural economic reforms. accurate numbers were the Crimean Struggle with Organized Crime and The moderator was Dr. Hansjürgen Doss The arrest of Mr. Kozachenko, 48, Autonomous Republic, Dnipropetrovsk Corruption. In the absence of Dr. Hans of the UFU, a retired member (1961- came after the Procurator General’s Oblast and Zaporizhia Oblast. Gerhard Stockinger, member of the 2002) of the German Federal Parliament, Office received instructions from President Kuchma said Ukraine had Bavarian Parliament, his keynote address Berlin. Dr. Doss also delivered closing President Kuchma to look into the cur- supplemented local grain stores from its was read by Dr. Reinhard Heydenreuter, remarks at the end of the conference. rent situation in Ukraine’s grain market, central depositories, which had stabilized director of the Bavarian Central The conference was made possible where revelations of grain shortages had the pricing situation in the country. Archives, Munich. The last keynote thanks to the generosity of the thrown the country’s vital bread-making However, the president said he looked speech was delivered by Dr. Ludwig International Republican Institute of industry into turmoil. The crisis began in askance at the manner by which oblasts Spaenle, member of the Bavarian Washington. mid-February, when bread prices began and municipalities had allowed them- to rise dramatically in some southern selves to be left with shortfalls. oblasts of Ukraine amid allegations of “Kyiv sold grain openly, but it was the severe grain shortages. The current min- first to ask for state supplements,” noted ister of agrarian policy, Serhii Ryzhuk, Mr. Kuchma.

• At approximately 7:30 a.m. on March USUF chronology... 5, a group of monks, priests and about 40 (Continued from page 4) lay people stormed the premises of vul. always made them contingent upon a writ- Moskovska 40-A, subdued the USUF’s ten guarantee that the USUF would vacate guard and proceeded to occupy the premis- the premises by April 1, 2003 – a full year es. The police were summoned and pre- before the USUF is legally obliged to do vented the intruders from spreading so. throughout the building. • The UOC-MP continued to refuse to • As USUF staff arrived to work, they fulfill its legal responsibilities and did not were subjected to a stream of anti- present the USUF with utility bills, thereby American slogans relating to Iraq. hoping that the USUF’s utilities would be • Although the police said that the shut off and the USUF would be forced UOC-MP hierarchs had acted illegally out of the premises. they could not eject them until someone • On February 21, the National State higher up in the Ministry of Internal Property Fund reaffirmed in writing the Affairs was prepared to make a decision legality of the USUF’s position and that regarding the UOC-MP. The police were the change in property management was apologetic and sympathetic but, asked the carried out with considerable procedural USUF to understand the realities of the sit- violations. They advised the USUF that, uation. should the provocations continue, the • One of the priests used a hammer to USUF should take the matter to court. smash the sizable glass-covered plaques of • Upon returning from a brief absence, the USUF and its Pylyp Orlyk Institute of UOC-MP hierarchs were upset to discover Democracy (POID). This was done in full that the USUF had paid the utility bills view of the police who did nothing, and irrespective of the Church’s efforts and when challenged again, asked the USUF to decided “to teach [you] a lesson.” appreciate Ukrainian realities. WWantant toto seesee youryour namename inin print?print?

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about it. will be replaced by Austria and Ukraine. Ukrainian pro hockey update Records are made to be broken. I’m pret- This is the first year two teams instead of ty sure this one won’t be mine for long. one have been relegated. Some hockey bbyy IIhhoorr SStteellmmaacchh Bondra’s defense valued with scoring experts fear this will result in a weakening at the bottom tier of the A pool since the Chemistry is a funny thing. The majority of players who helped Austria and Leschyshyn wants to stay in Ottawa Washington Capitals acquired center Robert Ukraine move up will be too old to play in – players such as (fellow Uke) Dale Lang specifically to work with Peter the World Junior Championship in 2004 ... Hawerchuk, Doug Bodger and Phil Bondra. It was something less than a suc- Released by the Tampa Bay Lightning in Ukrainian Curtis Leschyshyn may play Housley with the Buffalo Sabres or Doug his 1,000th National Hockey League game cess story. the off-season, goalie Dieter Kochan man- Gilmour, Dave Ellett and Todd Gill with the Yet Bondra, who owns or shares at least aged to hook up with the young Minnesota this season and he’d very much like to do it Toronto Maple Leafs. wearing an Ottawa Senators uniform. a dozen team records, has extended another. Wild organization. With the injury to I knew when those guys wound up, they As the Capitals were demolishing the New Manny Fernandez, Kochan suddenly found While the name of the 33-year-old veter- were aiming at me or at least a spot where an defenseman has surfaced in several trade York Rangers 7-2 on January 26, 2002, himself in the major circuit when recalled they knew I could get my stick free for a Bondra scored to record his 20th goal of the from the AHL’s Houston Aeros ... Left- rumors, because of his $2 million salary and tip-in or rebound. the crowd on the club’s blueline, season, the 12th straight year he has racked winger Ryan Bayda, who turned pro last It’s also important to know the habits of Leschyshyn is not going to be applying for up at least that many. spring after his junior year at North Dakota, your point men – who likes to shoot high, a job transfer. Coach Bruce Cassidy is pleased Bondra is getting rave reviews in his late-season who keeps it low, who likes to one-time “My family is very happy in Ottawa, and is contributing offense, but he is more audition with the disappointing Carolina shots. All these things help me get into I don’t want to pick up to move somewhere pleased the right-winger is contributing at Hurricanes ... Speaking of which, goaltend- proper position. A lot of guys don’t want to else,” he said. both ends. ing prospect Randy Petruk was signed by be in that position. I do. Sources said the Anaheim Mighty “I think he’s been pegged the wrong the ‘Canes to a two-year contract to share I gravitated toward the crease on the Ducks, Columbus Blue Jackets, New York way, that if he’s not scoring, he’s not play- time in Lowell of the AHL ... Joey Kocur power play starting in my junior days with Islanders, Washington Capitals and New ing well,” Cassidy said. “I don’t agree. I’ve was promoted to full-time assistant coach the Oshawa Generals in the early 1980s. I York Rangers all have held talks with told him that when he’s having a bad stretch by the Detroit Red Wings. Kocur was the realized back then the front of the net was Senators’ GM John Muckler about the pos- he can still contribute and he has. He’s team’s video technician prior to the current where I could be most effective. Nobody sibility of getting a defenseman. made a conscious effort to be better away 2002-2003 campaign ... teaches you to take the abuse; it comes But the reality of the situation is the from the puck.” down to being smart about your positioning (Quotations in above segments thanks to Senators haven’t had all of their defense- UKRAINIAN UTTERINGS: Due to and being mentally prepared to sacrifice Bruce Garrioch, Ottawa Senators beat men healthy very often. Wade Redden, their ninth- and 10th-place finishes in this your body. writer; Mark Brender of The Hockey News; Chris Phillips and Shane Hnidy have all year’s World Junior Championship, One guy who always did that was Dino Dave Fay covering the Washington missed games because of injury. Germany and Belarus have been relegated Financial distractions no factor Ciccarelli. I watched him before I got to the to the B pool next year. These two countries Capitals.) NHL and kept on watching him his entire career. Dino was all determination and They might be broke, but the Ottawa heart. He got goals for one simple reason – Senators don’t need to fix a whole lot on the because he was willing to absorb punish- ice. ment other players wouldn’t. Battling to stay on top in the East and a And you can bet the punishment comes solid contender for the President’s Trophy in a variety of ways: crosschecks in the as the NHL’s regular season champions, the back, slashing to the back of the legs, Senators have been able to put owner Rod punching to the head. The one that gets me Bryden’s financial troubles aside. the maddest is when they try to push my “Has it been a distraction? Yes, no doubt helmet over my eyes. It’s tough to score Presents a concert it has. I don’t think there’s any doubt about when you can’t see. it. But, I think we’ve handled it pretty well. Unfortunately for guys like me, all those We’ve played well through all of this, and individual battles happen less frequently we’ve been able to do our jobs,” said team Music of Eastern Europe these days than they did 10 or 15 years ago. captain Daniel Alfredsson. “In a perfect Saturday, April 5, 2003, at 8 p.m. I say unfortunately because the 1-on-1 con- world, we’d be a rich team and we would- frontation worked to my advantage. If one n’t have to worry about these kinds of dis- Program: defender was occupied with me, our man tractions. But, what we’ve been trying to Bohuslav Martinu: Duo For violin and cello, advantage meant there would often be one do is make the best of this and just trying to Virko Baley: Partita for violin and piano of my teammates right behind me ready to play the games without thinking about Pyotr Tchaikovsky: piano trio in A minor, op. 50 pounce on a loose puck. what’s happening off the ice. That’s all we can do.” These days, in today’s game, defense- men tend to leave me alone while the puck Performers: Olesh Krysa, violin After missing their paychecks in early Nathaniel Rosen, v-cello January, the matter wasn’t addressed until is on the perimeter, then try to tie up my stick at the last minute. With the size of for- Bella Davidovish, piano Bryden filed for credit protection in Canada Virko Baley, piano in mid-January. Since then, he’s been work- wards in the league today, going for the stick is probably a defenseman’s best bet. ing with a partner to try to buy the club back. The Ukrainian Institute of America “We discussed the issue when it first Don’t believe me? You go try to move a 2 East 79th St., New York, NY happened and the guys have just moved on guy like Vancouver’s Todd Bertuzzi or because they know there’s absolutely noth- (Ukrainian) Keith Tkachuk of the St. Louis Tel.: (212) 288-8660 ing we can do about it,” said alternate cap- Blues. See how far you get. tain Leschyshyn. “The one thing we can do The veteran ‘D’ guys have changed their is control the effort we give on the ice and if tactics because of it. I know from playing that makes the team more valuable, then with him a few years ago that New Jersey’s that’s a good thing.” Scott Stevens won’t really get into those A view from the NHL’s Trenches kinds of battles any more. Earlier in his career he would have tried to punish for- written by a “ghostwriter” wards; now he just tries to outsmart and for Dave Andreychuk outstick them. So, therefore, I need to be smarter, too. It has often been said I have built my The days of four teammates passing the career in front of the net. And, yes, I would puck around the outside and me standing in have to admit this is quite true. front of the net waiting for the puck to I try to use my size and reach to score on arrive are pretty much over. rebounds of shots and deflections from in Penalty killing is way too aggressive. tight. I would say that of the 250-plus Power plays don’t have the same time to get power play goals I’ve scored in my career, set up; it takes four or five good passes to at least 200 of them went in that way. get penalty killers to retreat into a more pas- Of course, it’s not easy to earn a living sive box. Sometimes that’s just not possible, camped out right in the goaltender’s face. If so I might take a few steps back into the it were easy, everyone would be doing it. high slot to get more involved. I’m a little- But even players willing to take the abuse out-of my comfort zone up there, but I like can’t score on their own. to think I can still put a few in the back of First of all, you need teammates who can the net now and then (17 goals in his first get the puck through traffic and on the net. 60 games through mid-March) no matter You can stand in front of the net until the where I’m standing. cows come home but it won’t do any good As for the career power-play goal record, if the puck never comes home, either. it’s something I don’t really think about all I’ve been lucky over my career to have that much. I’m glad Phil Esposito was there played with guys who knew how to break when I passed him this season and I’m down defenses and get the puck to the goal happy the game was in Tampa, but that’s 22 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13

Ms. Novoseletska added that a bad is a 58-year-old pensioner replied that Ukraine’s economic... spring harvest could cause a return to Majority of Ukraine’s... she disagrees with the U.S. position in (Continued from page 1) inflationary tendencies after deflation of (Continued from page 1) the conflict. “I support Iraq, and my 0.6 percent last year. The inflation rate acquaintances think the same way. How sector could see growth of up to 15 per- authorized the deployment of the 531 for the first two months is already at 2.6 can you disarm a country and then attack cent by year’s end. members of the battalion to Kuwait on percent, with the 2003 target set at a total it,” queried the woman, who was The construction sector experienced March 20. of 6 percent. strolling along the Khreschatyk. the strongest growth in the first two More than 77 percent of those sur- Ms. Novoseletska explained that fewer A 23-year-old student of the Kyiv months of this year, with a 19 percent veyed said they did not see such a need, Ukrainian agricultural goods, along with Polytechnic Institute, who also did not increase in activity over the same time while only 8.8 percent said Ukraine world oil price increases, a post-Iraq War want his name used, said he could not period in 2002. Light manufacturing devaluation of the euro and planned should provide the humanitarian assis- support the U.S. side in the conflict came second, with a 12 percent increase, increases of up to 15 percent in govern- tance. That survey, taken at about the because it was the aggressor. He followed by 10.7 percent growth in the ment worker salaries in Ukraine could same time as the one funded by explained that Washington should have energy sector. easily spur inflation beyond 6 percent. Democratic Initiatives, questioned 2,000 waited for a U.N. resolution in support of Heavy manufacturing, another key She noted that the price increases could Ukrainians in 118 residential areas locat- its current actions. industry, also had a strong showing, with deplete consumer demand, which has ed in all of Ukraine’s regions, and had a A person who did give his name, a 10.8 percent increase. Agricultural sec- been the overriding factor in economic sampling error of 2.3 percent. Leonid Yarosh, 40, said he was for nei- tor expansion, however, was less robust, growth over the last three years. The report further found that 94 per- ther Iraq nor the U.S. He said that while with growth reaching merely 4.3 percent Marek Dombrowski, director of the cent of the respondents did not see any he was against the U.S. action, he could for the industry as a whole. While agri- center, said the government must bring need for Ukrainian involvement whatso- not support “a Muslim country.” cultural processors saw relatively more businesses out of the shadows if it ever in the conflict surrounding Iraq. “The worst possible scenario would be stronger growth, at 6.8 percent, farmers expects economic development to contin- Only 2.4 percent took the opposite if the war engulfed a wider region,” achieved barely a 3 percent increase in ue. He said that to do this, it must soon stance. added Mr. Yarosh. “That would be the production. introduce long-awaited tax reforms, Perhaps most interesting, however, most dangerous thing.” Analyst believe that the Ukrainian which must include an across-the-board were comments made by just over a Laryssa Bruniva, 54, wanted to com- economy will continue to expand, tax comparable to Russia’s 13 percent tax dozen Kyivans questioned in a very non- ment on Ukraine’s agreement to send the although a question remains whether the rate. He also explained that the govern- scientific poll conducted by The Weekly contamination cleanup battalion to new 6 percent forecast offered by the ment must complete reforms in the ener- regarding the need for a war in Iraq and Kuwait. “I was a medic, I know these Ministry of Economy is realistic. The gy, agriculture, communications and support for the U.S. invasion of the chemicals and their afteraffects. These ministry’s long-term goal is for growth of transportation sectors – including privati- country. Not one of the 14 Kyivans children will return [from Kuwait] sick 8 to 10 percent for the combined 2003- zation of government facilities. asked gave so much as an inkling of sup- and will bring these sicknesses to their 2004 time frame, which they expect to Privatization, along with the develop- port or a nod of understanding for the families, that is certain,” she explained. attain by spurring small and medium- ment of a sound government investment “Our Parliament sent our children sized business development, bringing Washington – led war against Mr. policy and properly run lending institu- there without thinking the matter companies out of the shadow economy Hussein. tions that would make loans more easily through. But not one of their sons went. I and bringing in foreign investment. In answering the questions: “Do you available to a wider spectrum of the would support the matter if the lawmak- Oksana Novoseletska, assistant execu- support the war in Iraq?” and “Do you Ukrainian population, are the keys to sus- ers’ kids also went,” Ms. Bruniva added. tive director of the Center for Social and back the U.S. or Iraqi side in the con- tained economic growth, according to Finally, Irina Plokhotnikova, 40, Economic Research, predicted during a flict?” – some respondents took the Mr. Dombrowski. underscored that as a mother she could roundtable at the Ministry of Economy opportunity to comment on U.S. failure “We believe the highest priority for not support the conflict. “I am against the on March 25 that Ukraine would experi- to work with the United Nations toward further economic reform must be in edu- war in Iraq. Can any war bring forth pos- ence only around 4 percent growth for peaceful disarmament of Iraq. Others cating on investment policy, in the devel- itive emotions? I am a mother myself. I the year. She explained that second half spoke philosophically of the horror and opment of lending institutions and in have a son and would not want for him to growth should slow, caused in part by the savagery of war, while still others chose continued privatization,” said Mr. fight, even as part of our force that went repayment of a large amount of govern- to criticize Ukrainian humanitarian Dombrowski. there, even if [President Leonid] Kuchma ment foreign debt. involvement via its 19th Battalion. Interestingly, six of the respondents were in charge,” she explained. did not want to be identified. Liudmyla Liulko of The Weekly’s Kyiv COME, JOIN US A person who would only say that she Bureau helped compile this story. FOR THE RECORD: Television address by Kuchma on battalion’s deployment

Following is the text of the March 20 civilian population, should weapons of TV address of President Leonid Kuchma mass destruction be used. of Ukraine on the occasion of the The invitation of our forces is not only UKRAINIAN NATIONAL Verkhovna Rada’s approval of a decision a recognition of their skills and world- to send a Ukrainian NBC protection bat- level training. Ukraine has unique experi- talion to Kuwait. ence by world standards in liquidation of FEDERAL CREDIT UNION the man-made and ecological catastrophe My Dear Fellow Citizens: of 1986 in Chornobyl. That’s why no one • HIGH INTEREST RATES ON CDs Today the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine knows better than we what the real threat • FREE CHECKING decided to send a Ukrainian NBC protec- of nuclear contamination is and how to • GREAT NEW RATES FOR MORTGAGES & 10% DOWN PAYMENT FOR tion battalion to Kuwait. As commander- save people in such conditions, let alone VEHICLE LOANS, SIGNATURE LOANS in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the world threat of ecological disaster • SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES AVAILABLE I gave order to redeploy this unit. which if it happens, many God forbid it, • UKRAINIAN/ENGLISH SPOKEN The position of Ukraine remains defi- will reach practically every country on • WESTERN UNION, VIGO, MEEST & WIRE •TRANSFERS nite and unchanged: we are against the our planet. • FRIENDLY PERSONNEL war. Practically each Ukrainian family These are not novices being sent to lost someone during the last one – World Kuwait. Among the servicemen are War II. That is why, who better than we many who directly participated in mili- knows that war must be avoided at any tary actions and peacekeeping operations WE CAN ACCOMMODATE ALL YOUR FINANCIAL NEEDS price, and by any means. under the aegis of international organiza- Regretfully, as often has happened in tions. Nevertheless, we shall hope their the history of humankind, diplomacy in professional skills and abilities are not MAIN OFFICE this situation suffered a fiasco. Now is required during the conflict. Ukraine is the time when arms talk. 215 Second Ave. (between 13th and 14th St.), New York, NY 10003 already doing and shall do its best to pro- We remain devoted to our strategic vide for our military men. I have given Tel.: (212) 533-2980 • Fax: (212) 995-5204 partnership, first of all with the United instructions to our government to take States of America. We are members of appropriate decisions. BRANCHES the anti-terrorist coalition and regard it Men, now I would like to address you 35 Main St., So. Bound Brook, NJ 08880 our major obligation to fight this evil – directly: wherever you are, you should the worst one in the 21st century. We Tel.: (732) 469-9085 • Fax: (732) 469-9165 feel that Ukraine is with you, and beside regret, however, the failure to solve this you. We shall be with you constantly; we 265 Washington Ave., Carteret, NJ 07008 problem within the framework of possi- shall wait for your return home and shall bilities offered by international organi- pray for the safe completion of the war Tel.: (732) 802-0480 • Fax: (732) 802-0484 zations. for each of you. I would like to underline that in no But you have to be aware: wherever e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.uofcu.org case shall our unit participate in military you are you represent the country, the Call toll free: 1-866-859-5848 actions. Its high mission is strictly flag and reputation of Ukraine. humanitarian: to provide assistance to the May God help you. No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 23

Chicagoby John Steciwveterans post boasts active year and growing membership CHICAGO – The Ukrainian American Veterans of Chicago, Post 32, is a veterans organization made up of men and women of Ukrainian heritage who served or are currently serving in a military capacity in defense of our great nation. The post was organized a few years ago and is part of the national UAV established in 1948. “It’s been a great year,” said Lt. Col. Walter Chytorbok (U.S. Army, ret.), the post commander. “We started with a hand- full of veterans and now have over 30 active members and growing.” “Our mem- bership consists of people of varied back- grounds, both social and economic,” added Staff Sgt. John Steciw (U.S. Army, ret.), the protocol and public relations officer. “On a personal level, we’re all involved in the Ukrainian community. Individually, we par- ticipate on a number of levels, from youth organizations and church groups, to politics and the arts. As a group, our common bonds are our Ukrainian heritage and our military service to the United States.” Post 32, demographically, is one of the youngest in the country. Although the post is relatively new, it’s very active. This past Members of Post 32 with the Rev. Myron Panchuk on the steps of Ss. Volodymyr and Olha Ukrainian Catholic Church in Chicago. year saw it’s participation in many events: • Along with the local Veterans of Chicago Mayor Richard Daley’s reception the City of Chicago. was had by all and everyone behaved,” Foreign Wars (VFW) post and past mem- commemorating Ukrainian Independence • Post members were involved with the quipped Roman Zahorodnyj, the group’s bers of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army Day. ceremonies held on the grounds of St. sergeant-at-arms. Many thanks were offered (UPA), they helped identify, clear and place • Post 32 was involved in the raising of Andrew’s Church in the solemn observance to John Horodecki and the Ukrainian flags on the graves of veterans buried at St. the Ukrainian and American flags during of the Great Famine of 1932-1933. American Club for being such gracious Nicholas Cemetery. They participated in the ceremonies held in downtown Chicago, at • Post members posted colors and paid hosts. ceremonies held on Memorial Day and Two members, Adam Bihun, the post’s Zeleni Sviata and will be continuing the the Daley Plaza, in observance of Ukrainian respect during the ceremonies commemo- Independence Day. rating the anniversary of UPA and its sur- adjutant, and Mr. Steciw, are currently activities of the VFW post as regards the working on a compilation series of musical Veteran’s Memorial Walkway. “Our post is proud to have been designat- viving members. CDs featuring the talents of many of the Next year, plans are being made to ed by the mayor’s office of cultural affairs • The post sent a delegation to the annual Ukrainian American bands from the expand these activities to St. Andrew’s as the sponsors of next year’s events at UAV convention held in Independence, Chicago area over the years. “We hope to Cemetery and the Ukrainian section of Daley Plaza,” said Jerry Jaworsky, the vice- Ohio. achieve two main goals with this project,” Elmwood Cemetery, according to Wally commander. • In December, Post 32 held its first said Mr. Bihun. First, sales of these CD’s Basarab, the post’s quartermaster. • Post 32 was invited to participate in the annual Christmas party at the Ukrainian • Post members were in attendance at official 2003 Memorial Day parade held by American Club in Chicago. “A good time (Continued on page 25) 24 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13

dom had already damaged Ukraine’s repu- dent of a re-orientation of Ukraine’s multi- the Kolchuhas were dispatched to Iraq. U.S.-Ukraine relations... tation even before the murder of opposition vector foreign policy from West to East The Kolchuha affair was handled pub- (Continued from page 2) journalist Heorhii Gongadze in the fall of between President Kuchma’s first and sec- licly because of the dire strait of U.S.- International Monetary Fund (IMF) and 2000. Since then, the Gongadze issue has ond term. Ukraine relations and the U.S. obsession World Bank. become a symbol of the lack of media free- Under Kuchma 2 both the executive and with Iraq and Saddam Hussein. If relations Mr. Kuchma supported Ukraine’s dom for Reporters Without Borders, the his centrist allies felt increasingly more had been good, this problem would have accession to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Committee to Protect Journalists and other comfortable in the CIS where their non- been handled behind closed doors. After the Treaty and the country’s de-nuclearization organizations. transparent and corrupt business practices November summit of NATO, which Mr. and authoritarian tendencies were never in 1994-1996. Ukraine supported NATO Yushchenko: a glimmer of hope Kuchma was encouraged not to attend but criticized but instead were accepted. By enlargement and became the most active did so anyway, the U.S. began sending out Kuchma 2, Ukraine’s oligarchs also felt CIS member of NATO’s Partnership for These negative trends in the late Clinton signals that it wishes to improve relations. financially secure and in a strong enough Peace (PfP). By the late 1990s Ukraine era were still sidelined by the U.S. In The Kolchuha question was “put in a box,” position to deal with Russia’s oligarchs – had the United Kingdom’s largest bilateral December 1999, a month after President at least for the time being. something that had not been the case in the military cooperation agreement and one of Kuchma was re-elected as the savior of Will U.S.-Ukraine relations now 1990s. Russian investment began to be the largest military programs with the U.S. Ukraine from communism, Ukraine’s only improve? One factor working in their favor welcomed into Ukraine, unlike in the Ukraine also backed the creation of a pro- truly reformist government under Viktor is the likely collapse of the U.S.-Russia Yushchenko began working. 1990s, when it was discouraged. NATO and Commonwealth of partnership created after 9/11 because of The Yushchenko government (1999- If these trends were not bad enough, the Independent States (CIS) regional group Russia’s backing of France against military 2001) worked under difficult conditions. Its election of George W. Bush and the in the CIS, the GUUAM (Georgia, action in Iraq. The U.S. is seeking allies ability to maneuver became impossible September 11 terrorist attacks on the Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, wherever it can find them, and most of its within Ukraine’s Byzantine political system United States signalled a change in U.S. Moldova) alliance. new allies are in Central-Eastern Europe. after the Kuchmagate crisis arose only a views of Ukraine’s strategic importance in During this same period U.S. relations Ukraine could find a niche for itself here; year after it began working in November comparison to the second half of the 1990s. with Russia deteriorated. Russia stridently hence it is sending the anti-chemical war- 2000. The government’s parliamentary sup- The U.S.-Russia strategic relationship of opposed NATO enlargement and was disin- fare and clean-up battalion to Iraq. port rested on Ukraine’s first attempt at cre- the early 1990s was revived, and Ukraine On the other hand, Ukraine’s leaders fail terested in cooperation within the PfP. ating in the Verkhovna Rada a non-left became less significant to the United Russia completely halted cooperation with to understand that the very fact that majority from pro-presidential centrists and States. Dmytro Tabachnyk, the first head of President Kuchma authorized the sale of NATO after its intervention in Serbia in the Mr. Kuchma’s presidential administration center-right reformers. The Kuchmagate Kolchuhas only three months after spring of 1999. The U.S. opposed Russia’s in 1994-1996 and currently a vice prime crisis destroyed this unity then, and since President Clinton met with him in Kyiv is neo-imperial intervention in the CIS and then. minister, began to warn that Ukraine would sufficient in and of itself to sow complete supported Ukraine as a buffer between cen- These divisions between centrists and re-orient itself towards Russia, a warning and continuing U.S. mistrust in Mr. tral Europe, into which NATO was enlarg- national democrats, coupled with the made continuously in the 1990s to obtain Kuchma. The January visit of the Ukrainian ing, and Russia. Ukraine was rewarded by growth of opposition from pro-presidential U.S. attention. Mr. Bush refused to follow government to Washington failed to obtain becoming the third largest recipient of U.S. centrists towards Mr. Yushchenko’s reforms Mr. Clinton’s lead of annual presidential the same high level of meetings as Mr. aid after Israel and Egypt. led to the removal of the government on the summits until the Gongadze affair was Yushchenko had the following month. Bilateral relations in 1999-2004 15th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear resolved. These summits, however, may accident in April 2001. According to a have ended even without the Gongadze The United States outlined what is The United States under President Bill study since then by a former Ukrainian affair. required to improve relations with Ukraine Clinton ignored many of the signs of the government adviser, Anders Aslund at the In contrast to his refusal to meet with in four key speeches by U.S. Ambassador dangerous trends evident in Ukraine in the Washington-based Carnegie Endowment, President Kuchma, President Bush held a to Ukraine Carlos Pascual at the Kyiv late 1990s. By any stretch of the imagina- until the Yushchenko government began meeting with Moldovan President Vladimir Mohyla Academy (April 2002), European tion, the government of Valerii working, Ukrainian oligarchs made a net Voronin in December 2002. Mr. Voronin is University (December 2002) and at the Pustovoitenko (1997-1999) could not be income of $2 billion a year on gas trade. head of the Moldovan Communist Party, Washington-based Center for Strategic and labelled “reformist.” The entry of former Mr. Aslund calculated that the total funds and is re-orienting his country towards International Studies (CSIS) in January. Prime Minister Pavlo Lazarenko in 1999 earned from insider energy trading due to Russia. Arguably, Moldova is neither a The following month Steven Pifer, deputy into the U.S. brought into the open the good links to the state were in the range of “keystone” nor a “lynchpin” of European assistant secretary for European and growing international recognition of the $4 billion, or 13 percent of Ukraine’s GDP. security. Eurasian affairs at the U.S. State high levels of corruption in Ukraine. Little wonder they became hostile to Mr. Department and former Ambassador to Post-Kolchuha relations This phenomenon was accentuated by Yushchenko. Ukraine, also spoke at the CSIS. What is many further details revealed by the required to improve U.S.-Ukraine relations, U.S.-Ukraine-Russia relations after 9/11 The U.S. has not always played its cards Kuchmagate tapes made in 1999-2000 by right on Ukraine. In April 2001 the U.S. therefore, is not a secret. Mykola Melnychenko. In 1999 the Western The removal of the Yushchenko govern- undercut support for the opposition by Kyiv will find it impossible to fulfill think tank Transparency International ment followed the replacement seven agreeing to Mr. Melnychenko’s asylum in these U.S. recommendations to Ukraine began placing Ukraine alongside countries months earlier of Borys Tarasyuk as the same month as the parliamentary vote until the post-Kuchma era after the fall of such as Nigeria in its annual rankings of Foreign Minister. With Messrs. Tarasyuk on Mr. Yushchenko’s government. In addi- 2004. Mr. Kuchma’s priority is searching corruption. and Yushchenko gone for the first time tion, the U.S. publicly released details of for ways to obtain immunity from prosecu- The general state of democratization in since 1992 Ukraine no longer had pro- the decision by President Kuchma to sell tion after he steps down – not fulfilling Ukraine also began coming under scrutiny, Western figures within the government or Kolchuhas to Iraq just after opposition U.S. conditions for improving relations. non-governmental organizations and presidential administration. protests in September 2002. Mr. Kuchma’s fate is also closely tied to the Ukraine began receiving a litany of bad This removal of pro-Western influence Ukrainian authorities reluctantly admit- political culture of his centrist allies, which reports from Western (Freedom House, in 2000-2001 coincided with the ted that the July 2000 meeting where the cannot change while he remains in power. Amnesty International, Helsinki Watch), Kuchmagate crisis. These events in and of Kolchuha authorization was given had Both of these factors mean that, while there international (Council of Europe, European themselves helped deteriorate Ukraine’s indeed taken place. This is bad enough in may be small tactical improvements in rela- Union) and government entities (U.S. State relations with the United States. They rein- and of itself. At the same time, the U.S. has tions, a full blown revival will have to Department). The question of media free- forced a trend which had already been evi- also admitted that it still has no proof that await President Kuchma’s retirement.

NATURE TRAIL CLEARING WEEKEND APRIL 12-13, 2003 If you're a nature buff or want to lend a helping hand, join us in clearing miles of trails on Soyuzivka property for future hiking, biking and cross-country skiing! We're clearing a hiking trail to the waterfalls and a mountain biking/ hiking/ cross-country ski trail up the mountain towards Minnewaska State Park. We'll start between 8-9 am and then reward all your efforts with a complimentary BBQ feast. Rooms FREE for all volunteers staying in Sich, Uzhorod and Odesa, and there's a special 'FAMILY VOLUNTEER' rate of $40 for all other rooms (includes taxes and breakfast). Please call for reservations. Bring your hiking boots, gloves, rakes, etc., and come help us improve Soyuzivka! Cinco de Mayo Weekend May 2-4, 2003 First annual, bring your sombrero and join us for a weekend of fun. UKRAINIANS Keep the date open – more details to come! love SOYUZIVKA! Call (845) 626-5641 for more information No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 25 COMMUNITY CHRONICLE: Passaic groups help Sylvia, 14, who needs a bone marrow transplant

by Krystyna Duplak chemotherapy that was treating her bone cancer. Sylvia’s bone marrow had no PASSAIC, N.J. – The local Ukrainian healthy cells left, and chemotherapy was Center and the Passaic branches of the started immediately to destroy her Ukrainian American Youth Association unhealthy bone marrow. Her leukemia is (SUM) and the Organization for now in remission, and a bone marrow Lemkivschyna hosted “Sylvia’s Brunch for match has been found for her transplant, Hope and Blood Drive for Life,” here on which offers the only hope for a cure. Sunday, March 16. The costs of Sylvia’s treatments are stag- The event was successful in raising gering, and that is why the Hyra family’s almost $15,000 for Sylvia Hyra, a 14-year- friends and relatives have united in an effort old girl afflicted with leukemia who is in to help raise funds. Charitable contributions need of a bone marrow transplant. and support are being solicited from the Sylvia was born on March 12, 1989, and public in an effort to raise the $100,000 is the beautiful daughter of Pawel and needed to cover Sylvia’s medical expenses. Teresa, sister of Christian, and granddaugh- Donations to the Children’s Organ ter of Stefan and Maria, as well as loving Transplant Association may be sent to: pal to canine friend Mishu. “COTA for Sylvia H,” 2501 Cota Drive, The family resides in Clifton, N.J., Bloomington, IN 47403. For more informa- where Sylvia attends Woodrow Wilson tion readers may log on to www.cota.org, Middle School. She is a member of SUM click on “Patient Campaigns” and look in Passaic, where she has enjoyed under patient names beginning with the let- Ukrainian dancing for many years. She also ter “S” for Sylvia. loves children, animals and skiing, and is Donations may also be sent to: “Sylvia’s described as fun-loving, mature, intelligent Hope,” c/o Self Reliance New Jersey and laid-back. Federal Credit Union, 851 Allwood Road, Sylvia’s battle began in September of P.O. Box 4239, Clifton, NJ 07012-4239. Sylvia Hyra with Mishu. 2001, when she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer beneath the knee. This life-threatening cancer occurs in only several hundred patients per year. Sylvia had 12 hours of surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) in New York City to remove the actual tumor. During this sur- gery, four inches of her leg bone beneath the knee were removed and replaced with donated bone. This bone was inserted and affixed with plates and 13 screws. Sylvia later required three additional emergency surgical procedures to restore blood flow in her leg. The surgeries were followed by six additional months of chemotherapy and intensive physical thera- py. Sylvia was cancer-free in August 2002. In November 2002 Sylvia was experi- encing some abnormal bruising. An imme- diate visit to MSK confirmed the bad news. Sylvia was afflicted with acute myeloblastic leukemia, a rare side effect of the

Chicago veterans... (Continued from page 23) would help raise money for our post. Second, and more importantly, is to archive some of the musical achievements of our immigration and the role this music played in the history and preservation of our Ukrainian culture in Chicago. The musical rights for this project have been donated to the UAV by various groups. The mission statement of Post 32 is both simple and ambitious: “To preserve the memory of our Ukrainian American brethren who gave the ultimate sacrifice with their lives in preserv- ing the freedom of our country and our way of life. “To inform and educate not only our community but the public at large, about the contributions and sacrifices of Ukrainian Americans in our Armed Forces throughout the years. “To create a forum for the questions and concerns of our veterans and their families. “To help, along with the national UAV, archive the military service of Ukrainian Americans. To erect a monument, in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood of Chicago, com- memorating Ukrainian American Veterans who served our nation since the Civil War. “We’ve already received some very pos- itive responses from city hall about this project,” said Mr. Chytorbok. For more information about becoming a member of the Ukrainian American Veterans of Chicago, Post 32, readers may contact Mr. Bihun, (773) 276-6164, or Mr. Steciw, (773) 227-8708. 26 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 No. 13 No. 13 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003 27

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