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JOURNALESTABLISHED 1911 www.polamjournal.com The remarkable life of The GreaT one’s dad dEdICATEd TO THE PROMOTION ANd CONTINUANCE OF POLISH AMERICAN CULTURE PAGE 17 AN INTERVIEW PAHA’S TOM NAPIERKOWSKI • NOT JUST YOUR LONG ISLANDER’S MUSEUM • THE EXCELLENCE OF ŚLĄSK AMBASSADOR ADDRESSES U.S.-POLAND RELATIONS • TRIBUTE TO A LEGACY • WHERE WERE YOUR ANCESTORS BORN? A CONCISE ACCOUNT OF POLES IN WORLD WAR II • DOMBROWSKI AND ZAYAK ELECTED INTO HALL OF FAME Visa Waiver Pinkowski newsmark Larger Than Life Legislation Rolls SOKOLOWSKI CZAREK PHOTO: Receives haGel offers CondolenCes. U.S. Secretary of De- into Immigration Orchard Lake fense Chuck Hagel called Polish Defense Minister Tomasz Siemoniak to express his condolences for the loss of a Pol- Reform 2013 Fidelitas ish soldier serving with international forces in Afghanistan. BUFFALO, N.Y.— Lead- Hagel thanked Poland for its steadfast support of the ISAF ers in the Polish American Medal mission, and its continued leadership in NATO and within community responded posi- Posthumous Conferral the European community. t i v e l y He also expressed his appreciation for Poland’s under- to U.S. Awarded to Richard Cosby standing of changes to the European Phased Adaptive Ar- S e n a t o r ray missile defense system (see next story). C h a r l e s Finally, Hagel lauded Polish efforts to modernize its S c h u m - armed forces. He repeated the United States’ appreciation er’s an- for the close working relationship with Poland, and ex- n o u n c e - pressed his desire to further deepen U.S.-Polish ties. ment on Buffalo’s u.s. says missile defense sysTem noT endan- East Side Gered. U.S. Undersecretary of State Wendy Sherman SCHUMER April 1 paid a visit to Warsaw to reassure Poland over recent that, as changes in a European missile defense system. part of Comprehensive Immi- A few days earlier, U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck gration Reform, he will pri- Hagel announced the United States was abandoning the fi - oritize including the “JOLT” nal (fourth) stage of its Eastern European missile defense Act – Jobs Originated plan with the focus shifted to perceived threats from Iran Through Launching Travel. and North Korea. As a result, deployment of several ballis- The JOLT Act, according tic missile interceptors in Poland will be scrapped. to Schumer, would amend the PINKOWSKI However, the third missile shield construction phase in Immigration and Nationality Poland is not endangered, Sherman said in Warsaw, and Act regarding the visa waiver ORCHARD LAKE, Mich. shorter-range interceptors would still be based in Poland as program to: (1) authorize the — Edward G. Pinkowski of part of NATO’s missile defense system in Europe. Secretary of Homeland Se- Cooper City, Fla., is the 2013 She added that Poland knew about changes in the fourth curity (DHS), in consultation Fidelitas Medal recipient of phase before the announcement. with the Secretary of State, to the Orchard Lake Schools. He The Obama administration has planned to put medium- designate program countries, was recognized for his work range interceptors in Redzikowo, in northern Poland, start- like Poland; (2) adjust the in preserving and recording ing in 2018, as part of the NATO system. They are meant criteria for visa refusal rates Polish American history. to protect Europe from attacks from Iran. to permit entry into the pro- Pinkowski’s research Sherman said the Polish site “will go forward as sched- gram if a country has a low played pivotal roles in con- uled.” visa overstay rate, which Po- nection with two American land does; (3) set a maximum Revolutionary heroes: Ta- firsT sToP: Poland. Paul McCartney will kick off a three percent visa overstay deusz Kościuszko and Ka- world tour in Warsaw on June 22, four days after he turns rate for program countries, zimierz Pułaski. He was in- WORkERS PUT THE FINISHING TOUCHES on the world’s 71, the former Beatle’s offi cial website announced. which Poland would likely strumental in identifying and tallest statue of the late Pope John Paul II before its unveil- McCartney’s appearance at the National Stadium will not exceed; and (4) revise preserving Kościuszko’s last ing in the pontiff ’s native Poland, April 13. be his fi rst-ever show in Poland, said www.paulmccartney. probationary status and pro- known residence in the Unit- The 13.8-meter (45.3-foot) white fi berglass fi gure will com, adding that his “Out There!” tour would feature mu- gram termination provisions. ed States, at Third and Pine tower over the southern city of Czestochowa, home to Po- sic from his entire career. It also directs the Comp- Streets in Philadelphia, which land’s most important Catholic pilgrimage site, Jasna Gora. McCartney will also perform in Vienna on June 27, the troller General to review the became a National Park Ser- Funded by a private investor, the pontiff appears smiling website said, with confi rmed dates for concerts in other cit- Secretary of Homeland Se- vice Memorial and museum and stretching his arms to the world. ies to be announced. curity’s methods for track- site. In 1996, he identifi ed Funder Leszek Lyson called the pope “a great and good ing aliens entering and ex- the burial vault of Kazimi- man.” He said: “His statue should make everyone stop and basia Johnson dead. Barbara “Basia” Piasecka iting the United States and erz Pułaski under Monterrey think about life.” Johnson, 76, a Polish farmer’s daughter who worked as a for detecting visa overstays. Square in Savannah. Lyson is trying to get the statue into Guinness Book of maid for an American heir to the John- These revisions, according The Fidelitas recipient’s Records as the world’s tallest of Pope John Paul II, who died son & Johnson fortune before marrying to a statement from Schumer, other colonial research in- in 2005. him and eventually inheriting much of would likely lead to Poland’s volved Anthony Sadowski, a Poland already boasts it has the world’s tallest statue of his wealth, has died. admission into the Visa Waiv- Polish-born trader instrumen- Jesus. Her death was announced by her er Program. See “Pinkowski,” page 2 family in Warsaw’s daily, Rzeczpos- polita, saying only she died “after a long and serious illness.” Johnson was The Five-Groszy That Went to the Moon buried April 15 in Wroclaw, the south- NASA PHOTO: by Willie G. Moseley western Polish city where she grew up. The word “fl own” has an important connotation Johnson became embroiled in a nasty feud over the when it’s used to describe space memorabilia, as it Johnson & Johnson fortune after her husband, J. Seward designates an item that has actually been on a mission. Johnson Sr., died in 1983. She prevailed over his six chil- Accordingly, the older the “fl own” item is, the more dren, getting much of the money. In 2007, Johnson was interesting it will be to collectors and/or historians. listed on the Forbes 400 World’s Richest People list with During the earliest days of the American space pro- an estimated net worth of $2.7 billion, making her the gram, NASA made sure that many of its missions took 149th richest person. along particular items—oftentimes, small fl ags or medal- lions—to present to other nations as gifts of goodwill following the completion of you Call This sPrinG? Heavy snows plagued Poland the fl ight. over the Easter weekend, leaving more than 80,00 homes What’s more, astronauts were allowed to bring along personally-selected items in central Poland without electricity because of the unsea- inside their Personal Preference Kits (PPKs), and the quantity and variety of sou- sonably heavy snowfall. Over 30,00 homes in the major venirs that traveled into outer space inside PPKs were probably as diverse as said city of Bialystok alone were without power. astronauts’ personalities. Police recorded 162 traffi c accidents which resulted in Apollo 14 CMP Stuart Roosa. Took a And this 1958 Polish fi ve-groszy coin is a very unique example of an item from sixteen fatalities and 232 injuries. 1958 5-groszy “lucky coin” to the Moon and back. See “To the Moon,” page 3 2 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013

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Follow us on Facebook or visit us A Responsibility We Must Never Let Fade on the internet at: polamjournal.com Memorial Day is a day to honor daily, liberty is still second nature to children and grandchildren under- from dishonor; let us in this solemn and salute the men and women who us, and for this reason, we fail to ap- stand that liberty carries with it presence reflect that, by one su- Q defended our freedom when our preciate its potency. great responsibilities. preme act, they accepted death for May Maj country called in its time of need. Freedom is on the march again in Honoring our war dead, honor- love of country, and made immortal February Q Luty Za każdym ro­giem czy­ha It is also a time to honor the price the world today, but at a price. Our ing all veterans is a not only a tradi- their patriotism, devotion and vir- kil­ka no­wych kierunków. these courageous veterans paid on young generations must be taught tion, it is a responsibility we must tue. Beyond each corner a number of our behalf. the heritage of patriotism, the value never let fade. This is a time not only for hon- new directions lie in wait. We should match the commit- of freedom, and the tremendous cost In one way or another, each one oring these brave men and women — Stanisław Jerzy Lec (1909-1966) ment of these men and women with of defending it. of us bears scars from our wars: who shed their blood and made the the assurance that veterans and their The selfless courage these veter- some of us bled openly, other invis- supreme sacrifice against the evils 1 St. Joseph the Worker. families are not homeless, hungry, ans have demonstrated in such far ibly — inside. We carry the scars of tyranny, but also for stressing the Labor Day (Poland) unemployed, or unable to receive places as Afghanistan, Iraq, Khe to this day. On this Memorial Day, futility of war and expressing our 1908. Birth of Krystyna Skarbek, medical treatment. We must contin- Sahn, Normandy Beach, Iwo Jima, then, let us remember those with hopes for a lasting world peace. It who became a spy for the Brit- ish Special Operations Execu- ue to care for those who sacrificed the Argonne Forest, Persian Gulf, whom we served and who didn’t is for this generation to see that this tive during World War II, in- their lives to reserve our country and Central America provide us come home, who remained forever healing is made permanent. spiration for Bond Girls Tatiana and to preserve our freedom. with real examples of the American young in the memories of those left v v v Romanova and Vesper Lynd. It’s so easy to forget the bless- spirit. behind. Henry Mazurek is former direc- 3 Feast of Mary, ings of liberty we so easily take for By passing on the legacy of the Let us gather around our war- tor of the Erie County, New York, Queen of Poland granted. Even in this time with the American sacrifice in the cause of rior’s remains; let us raise above Office of Veterans’ Services. 1791. Polish threat of terrorist attacks in the news freedom, we can assure that our them the dear old flag they saved Constitution Day marked the second QUOTES / compiled from news sources oldest dem- New Political Action Committee Launched ocratic con- CHICAGO — (PRWEB) Arie tion will garner more representa- stitution in Zweig and Lucas Fuksa have an- tion of those who support the Pol- the world. In Sympathy and Solidarity 4 1993. Death nounced the launch of the Polish ish American community’s interest of Marion “I am convinced that all Poles, America’s shifting attention to the American Leadership Political Ac- in elected positions at all levels of Lush (Mari- perhaps especially those who ap- Asia-Pacific region, and realign- tion Committee (PAL-PAC), a new government. The organization also on Luszcz), preciate sport and sporting events, ment taking place inside the Euro- organization that is reaching out to will offer its members guidance and polka mu- are in solidarity with the American pean Union, two changes that will unite American Polonia. education on social issues affecting sician known as the “Golden people.” force Europe to take greater control PAL-PAC is a political organi- the Polish American community, Voice of Polkas,” in Hollywood, — Polish president Bronislaw of its own defenses. zation formed for the purposes of and will provide direction on how Florida, age 60. Komorowski, expressing his coun- v v v addressing social, civic and busi- to address these issues through the 5 1846. Birth of novelist Henryk try’s sympathy for the dead and in- [With] “turmoil in the south and ness matters relating to the Polish most effective political channels. Sienkiewicz (d. 1916), who won American community by educating PAL-PAC aims to represent a the Nobel Prize for literature in jured following the bombing at the a distant UK, we have a chance to 1905. He is the author of “Quo Boston Marathon. enter the closest decision-making its constituents, raising awareness large number of socially and politi- Vadis?” and three other novels v v v circles in the E.U.” [Poland should of issues, and identifying and elect- cally interested citizens. The organi- known as “The Trilogy.” “Thatcher was a fearless cham- strive to be at the heart of Europe] ing leaders to represent its interests. zation looks to particularly engage 7 1867. Birth of writer and Nobel pion of liberty.” “not for the prestige that is associ- According to PAL-PAC Presi- younger generations by showing laureate Wladyslaw Reymont — Polish Foreign Minister Ra- ated with it, but to be able to influ- dent Fuksa, the Polish American them the direct link between com- (d. 1925). doslaw Sikorski, describing former ence and work with others to shape community has a strong voice, and munity leadership and the overall 8 ST. STANISLAUS (Poland) British prime minister Margaret the future of the Union.” it is the organization’s goal to make quality of life in their neighbor- Poland’s patron, Stanislaus, an Thatcher, after news of her death. — Polish Foreign Minister Ra- sure this voice is heard. By teaching hoods. PAL-PAC strives to support early Bishop of Krakow, was Although a staunch anti-communist, doslaw Sikorski, telling Parlia- people to respect their heritage, pro- the community by influencing ac- slain by King Boleslaw Smialy mote their values, and form a cohe- tion and establishing close relation- while celebrating Mass in 1079. recently declassified documents in- ment MPs that in order for Poland His body lies in the cathedral of dicate that Thatcher wavered over to show its weight in the E.U., it sive front, PAL-PAC hopes to gain ships with local, state and federal Wawel Hill in Krakow, Poland. throwing Britain’s weight behind must be prepared to join the Euro- leverage and political influence. politicians. Hundreds of Polish churches Solidarity in December 1981, after zone. While it will bring benefits to By encouraging its members to To learn more about PAL-PAC, across the world are named af- martial law was declared in Poland. consumers and businesses, Poles become more involved in the po- get involved and gain access to the ter him. v v v will have use the euro, something litical sphere, Zweig, PAL-PAC’s benefits the organization offers, visit 10 1034. Death of Mieszko II Lam- “She was a great person. She most are reluctant to do. Chairman, hopes that the organiza- www.pal-pac.org. bert did a great deal for the world, along 11 1573. Henry of Anjou (Henry with [late US president] Ronald Walezy), became the first elect- Reagan, Pope John Paul II and Soli- Pinkowski. 2013 Fidelitas Medal Recipient ed king of Poland. darity, she contributed to the demise continued from cover and the father of two sons. den, he escaped and made his way 12 Mother’s Day (U.S.) tal in trade with Indians during the The Fidelitas Medal is award- to U.S. Army forces. Eventually 1970. Death of World War II of communism in Poland and Cen- Polish Gen. Wladyslaw Anders, tral Europe. I’m praying for her.” Pennsylvania colonial period. He ed annually by the Orchard Lake emigrating to America, he was a leader of several successful bat- — Former Polish president Lech also wrote about Leon Jastremski, a Schools in recognition of service to civil engineer involved in such pub- tles which freed Monte Cassino, Walesa, and erstwhile leader of the Louisiana Confederate military offi- God and country. It was conferred lic projects as the Connecticut inter- Italy, from Nazi occupation. Solidarity trade union. cer who later was a politician, busi- during the Ambassadors’ Ball in state highway system, the Niagara 1902. Death of Marie Elizabeth v v v nessman, and editor in the Pelican Birmingham, Mich., April 13. Power Plant, and work on such im- Zakrzewska, first woman doctor “Poland is one of the few E.U. State. His “Poles in America Foun- Also at the April 13 ceremony, portant Washington buildings as the in New England. member states that understands the dation” (www.poles.org) seeks to the Orchard Lake Schools for- Library of Congress, the Dirksen 13 1889. Founding of the Polish implications the U.S. shift has for foster knowledge and research into mally conferred its 2012 Fidelitas Senate Office Building, the Nation- Singers Alliance of America. Europe. It has been pushing the E.U. Polish contributions to American Medal posthumously on Richard R. al Gallery of Art, and the Canadian 1984. Death of Stanislaw Marcin history. Cosby (Kossobudzki). Cosby, born Embassy. His extraordinary life was Ulam, mathematician who par- to respond strategically.” ticipated in the Manhattan Proj- — Tomas Valasek, president Pinkowski, born in Holyoke, in Poland in 1925, took part in the documented by his daughter, CBS ect. of the Central European Policy In- Mass. in 1916, served in the U.S. 1944 Warsaw Uprising (pseudonym Inside Edition correspondent Rita 15 1942. Founding of the Polish In- stitute in Bratislava, Slovakia, on Navy in World War II. He is married “Ryś). Interned in a camp in Dres- Cosby, in her book, Quiet Hero. stitute of Sciences in America, in New York. 18 1920. Birth of Karol Wojtyla in SUBSCRIPTIONS Wadowice, Poland, named Pope POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL John Paul II, October 16, 1978. Dedicated to the Promotion and Continuance of Polish American Culture • Established 1911 UNITED STATES Regular First 20 1881. Birth of Polish General USPS 437-220 / ISSN 0032-2792 IGNATIUS HAJDUK • Founder 1911-1920 Piatek, Edward H. Pietraszek, Leopold A. 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POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013 www.polamjournal.com 3 To The Moon Schnepf Addresses U.S.-Poland Relations P continued from cover “You couldn’t imagine my hoto Jewish Property Restitution another country that was personally

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Kennedy Space Center, P. P Its owner — a Baby Boomer equally, with no division by reli- which contained a letter oremski who says we can call him Art — is gion or ethnicity. The owner is the of Polish heritage, and resides in from Major Roosa, not some owner, with legal documents and the greater New York City area. His secretary, saying he would titles being very important. This has father, a second-generation Polish carry my coin.” affected even prime, historic prop- American, fought in the Battle of erty formerly owned by the Polish the Bulge in World War II, and met quite special, with a red, white and government.” his mother, a Polish internee during U.S. Visa Waiver Program — the war, in a liberation camp in May, blue border—from the Kennedy Space Center, which contained a “It’s unfair that Poles need a visa 1945. She later came to the United to enter the U.S., and Poland needs States; the couple married, and Art’s letter from Major Roosa, not some secretary, saying he would carry my to be included into the Visa Waiver father settled into a career as a fire- Program very soon. Presently, there fighter. coin.” Art expedited are very stern and onerous precondi-

eld the coin to the tions in obtaining a visa – especially v for younger Poles, with their rejec- Apollo 14 CMP, Ryszard Schnepf. Poland’s ambassador to the United States. enge tion rate being automatically ex- H and remembers d

E following the flight by Richard P. Poremski Energy Supply — “The U.S. is tremely high. The U.S. is losing out by “minute by min- BALTIMORE, Md. – The Bal- relatively independent, developing on the Polish talent because the pro- scan ute.” He got the timore Council on Foreign Affairs and using new domestic sources. fessional and highly skilled Poles / coin back, as well invited Poland’s Ambassador to the The U.S. will become an exporter desired by U.S. companies are now film as an autographed U.S. – The Honorable Ryszard Sch- of oil and gas, it won’t have to rely going to the entry-free E.U. coun- photo from Roosa, nepf – to address Poland’s foreign on politically unstable sources, and tries to work. Many Polish tourists in July of 1971. A affairs and relations here on April 4, Poland will become an importer of want to visit the U.S. and spend

PHOTO: NASA follow-up letter 2013 at the World Trade Center. Dr. liquid gas from the U.S.” their money here. The President, documented that Frank Burd was the MC and mod- Economics and Trade — “Po- and certain Senators and Congress- the coin had trav- erator, with 200 Council members land is becoming a leader in com- men are now working to resolve the eled 1,151,086 and guests attending. puter, information, and aerospace problem. Adding Poland to the Visa miles in 216 hours Ambassador Schnepf spoke ex- technologies and manufacturing. Waiver Program will be a benefit to and two minutes. temporaneously for about 1 hour, American companies are locating both the U.S. and Poland.” “My hands which included a follow-up Q&A factories there. A Polish corporation Ambassador Schnepf proved to shook as I read session. The main topics and an- (through a third party) is about to be an outstanding, very knowledge- swers concerning our two countries open a chain of Italian restaurants in able and socially engaging speaker, Roosa during the Apollo 14 mission with an the letter, saw the are condensed as follows: the U.S. The Fiat 500 car is now be- witnessed by the standing ovation eyepatch that was worn when he used a sextant to inscribed photo, Baltimore — “I’m very pleased ing made only in Poland for export he justly received from the appre- navigate the spacecraft to the Moon. and held the coin in my palm again,” to be here. Baltimore is culturally, to the U.S. and other countries. Our ciative audience at the conclusion of historically and economically one commercial exchange is important his very informative remarks. Art’s mother managed to keep he remembered. of the most active Polish communi- to us both in today’s world.” in touch by mail with her sister, Obviously, Art has kept both letters ties in the U.S. today. It’s also home who had remained in their home- as provenance that his coin flew to to the National Katyn Memorial, land, and was married to a Polish the Moon. Ambassador Protests “Unfair” German TV Series which is very important to Poland air force officer. Correspondence The longtime space enthusiast and its people.” (IAR) — Poland’s ambassador ment against occupying Nazi Ger- was somewhat circuitous, as it had noted that his favorite Apollo 14 U.S. - Poland Relations – “Po- in the United States has protested mans as being anti-Semites, with to go through another sister due to in-flight photo of Roosa is from a land is the most reliable friend and against a German World War II one scene showing a Pole saying the Cold War and the domination of film, in which the Apollo 14 CMP good ally that the U.S. has; the U.S. TV series being distributed in the that they “drown Jews like rats.” Poland by the Soviet Union. is seen wearing an eye patch for has few such friends in the world. United States which stereotypes Schnepf writes in his protest Likewise, Art corre- use while sighting with a Poland is loyal and dedicated and Poles as anti-Semites. letter that the TV series “does not sponded with his cousin sextant. Art noted that he has proved it in Iraq, Afghanistan, “This film presents a selective serve the truth” about Poles’ atti- Jesek, a son in the mili- was fascinated by what and many other places. We have image, based on stereotypes, and tudes to Jews during the German tary family, who was he termed as Roosa’s received much important help from above all is painfully unfair to occupation, saying that the film six years younger. “very natural smile” the U.S., political and economic, soldiers who heroically fought the neglects to show the thousands of “We were both in- in that image. and we have not wasted this help. German occupiers, often paying Poles who risked their lives shel- terested in jets and Some family heir- Poland considers the U.S. to be the highest price,” Ambassador tering Jews from the Nazis. the space program,” looms are unique, and its most important partner in the Ryszard Schnepf writes in a let- The TV series prompted one Art recalled. “He sent Art’s five-groszy coin world.” ter to Music Box Films, which is right-wing Polish weekly, Uwa- me a gift of a leather wal- is about as personal as Military Cooperation — “Pol- to distribute the controversial Our zam Rze, to depict on its front let with a small coin, a five- it gets, as it had an interna- ish soldiers were very proud to serve Mothers, Our Fathers TV series, cover Chancellor Angela Merkel groszy piece. It’s about the size of a tional connotation, yet flew inside alongside American soldiers in Iraq. made by the German state televi- dressed as a concentration camp dime and is made of what feels like a PPK. In Afghanistan we cooperated with sion network ZDF. inmate, with the headline: “Fal- aluminum. Jesek died of leukemia “I’m most certain it was the only the U.S. at the highest political and Poland’s anger has been raised sification of History: How The when he was about 11 or 12.” Polish used currency that ever flew military levels – and it will be ‘To- by scenes in the series which de- Germans Made Themselves The As he came of age during the on any American spaceflight,” he gether In, Together Out.’ The U.S. pict members of its World War II Victims of World War II.” Sixties, Art, like millions of others said. Missile Defense System, and the “Home Army” resistance move- around the world, followed history’s Author/columnist/lecturer Willie presence of American soldiers now primeval space flights intensely, as G. Moseley’s eighth book is Smoke in Poland, is a vital issue to Poland. the Moon beckoned to the human Jumper, Moon Pilot: The Remark- U.S. - Polish security is merged and race. He even fine-tuned his interest able Life of Apollo 14 Astronaut Mother’s Day joined. The U.S. has revised some The Polish in the race to Luna, as the individual Stuart Roosa (Acclaim Press) and phases of its Missile Defense plan, Apollo astronauts who were not he is also the senior writer for Vin- Gift of Life Special and Poland is not happy with the slated to land on the Moon captured tage Guitar Magazine. Moseley says changes. Poland has always been Sterling a disproportionate amount of his at- that his original contact with Art, The Polish Gift of Life is a a fighter for freedom - ‘For Your Silver tention. which led to this story, transpired lifesaving program that brings Freedom and Ours’ – including the “The Moon flights were the ze- after the book was released. 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Although we are son — for the “graying” of orga- of American culture and with the Polonia — and especially Po- doing well, more members mean nizational life is the fact that many Polish American community. Nativ- lonian subjects — seems terribly Historical Association we can achieve more. I hope to con- younger Polish Americans don’t ap- ist attitudes and political prejudice underrepresented in American aca- tinue promoting greater cooperation preciate the history of Polish Amer- account for some of the neglect of deme. Do you agree? What would Dr. Thomas Napierkowski was with Polish scholars, universities, ica or Poland. The sources of this Polish American literature, but the you tell a young scholar, especially recently elected president of the scholarly groups, and the Polish ignorance are multiple, but the solu- failure of our community to support in the humanities or social studies, Polish American Historical Associ- government, something beneficial tion lies with groups like PAHA and Polish American authors has also who might be thinking about spe- ation (PAHA), a professional group to all involved. I also want to res- PIASA which help provide a better hurt. cializing in Polish or Polonian re- of professors and other scholars urrect a Speakers’ Bureau, enabling understanding and appreciation of There is a large body of literature search? researching the Polish American both Polonian organizations and the Polonian heritage and what we have — fiction, poetry, drama — in Pol- I agree; and that is a problem that community. It is his second time as American public/media to draw on ish by immigrants of the stara emi- has marginalized our community. I PAHA’s president, having served in our members’ expertise. gracja still uncatalogued, unstud- would simply advise young schol- 1992-94. Napierkowski, who earned ied, and untranslated. It is in danger ars to propose courses of study and his doctorate at the University of PAHA is the Polish American of being lost: without a conscious to explore research opportunities Colorado-Boulder, is professor in Historical Association. Cynics effort to find and preserve that lit- which touch their lives as Polish the Department of English at the might say Polonia today is more his- erature, much of it risks simply Americans. I personally found my University of Colorado - Colorado tory than a living reality, especially being thrown out in the next attic way to the study of Polish American Springs. He spoke with John Gron- with declining immigration from cleaning. This is a shame, because literature after working for some delski about PAHA and his plans. Poland. The Great Immigration za there is now a growing recognition years in African American litera- chlebem which laid the mass base of that American literature is multilin- ture; my work in that area piqued Congratulations on being elect- Polonia is now in its fourth or even gual. For many similar reasons, the my interest in the literature of my ed President of the Polish American fifth generation. Where is Polonia literature in Polish of World War II own community. It also honed my Historical Association (PAHA). For going? What do you think American refugees, Cold War immigrants and skills on the analysis of minority readers who have not heard about Polonia will look like in 2035? Solidarity-era arrivals is likewise American literature in general. it, tell us something about PAHA: its Michael Novak once said you neglected. PAHA is a wonderful source of history, activities, and current proj- can change your name, but not Finally, it is important to note professional support and encour- ects. your grandparents (or your great- that although it has taken a long agement for younger scholars. Our It’s an honor to serve as PAHA grandparents!). Polish immigrants time, the children, grandchildren annual meeting and our scholarly president, an interdisciplinary or- and their children have generally and great grandchildren of the stara journal Polish American Studies are ganization dedicated to the study retained their identities. Later gen- emigracja have discovered their great venues to report and publish of Polish American history and cul- erations have, no doubt, identities background and found their voices, fresh scholarly work. ture. Although it was founded as different from their grandparents Dr. Thomas Napierkowski drawing on their lives of their fore- part of the Polish Institute of Arts or great-grandparents, but there is bears for inspiration and creativ- You recently returned from Ro- and Sciences (PIASA) in 1942, in clear evidence they kept or redis- contributed to American history and ity. Writers like Anthony Bukoski, mania, where you were a visiting 1948 PAHA became an autonomous covered their roots. John Paul the culture. This, in turn, will enable Suzanne Strempek Shea, Leslie Fulbright scholar. Tell us something scholarly society. It’s affiliated with Great, Solidarity, Polish NATO Polish Americans to reclaim their Pietrzyk, and Brigid Pasulka and about your experience. the American Historical Associa- membership, and easier tourism to identity and share it with others. poets like John Guzlowski, Linda It was a rewarding experience. tion, promoting and disseminating Poland have all played roles; but Undoubtedly, some Polonian or- Nemec Foster, Cecelia Woloch, and I taught at a Hungarian-sponsored research about Polish American his- family traditions, genealogical stud- ganizations will be lost, but others John Miczewski have gained criti- university in western Romania that tory and culture. We focus on the ies, and the work of scholars such will survive. Younger people more cal acclaim for themselves and rec- serves the large Hungarian popula- Polish experience in America: from as those in PAHA have done much aware of their heritage can carry ognition for Polonia. tion of that community. I also had the earliest settlers at Jamestown to foster continuing interest in being that awareness into a new genera- opportunities to lecture at Romanian and Panna Maria to the latest im- Polish. A recent example of the lat- tion of personal and professional The late 1970s were the heyday universities, and so had a foot in two migrants. At the same time, we also ter is PAHA’s award-winning Polish organizations. of European urban ethnic aware- worlds. I even was able to do some examine the Polonian experience in American Encyclopedia, which af- ness, and one might even say gave traveling. As cosmopolitan as the other parts of the Americas, e.g., a fords much easier access to the Pol- You teach literature. American Ronald Reagan victory in 1980. Do experience was, it also renewed my recent issue of our journal, Polish ish experience in America and will ethnic literature has been growing you see any chance for a revival of love of the United States, a country American Studies, examined the undoubtedly contribute to Polish in importance, although writing by that movement? where someone with a long Polish Polish presence in Latin America. American pride. European ethnics seems to get short The heyday of the “unmeltable name is a native son. Let me also stress we are truly in- People may have moved to the shrift. What is the lay of the land in ethnics” (to use Michael Novak’s terdisciplinary: we include not just suburbs, parishes may be closing, Polish American writing today? term) was in the 1970s; but recent Persons interested in learn- historians but sociologists, musi- fewer and fewer Poles may speak I’ve written a lot about these evidence suggests that the dawn of ing about the Polish American cologists, anthropologists, literary Polish … but I have no doubt Polo- topics — too much to summarize the “enduring ethnics” has arrived. Historical Association, wanting critics, and even theologians. nia will survive as long as we work here — but I would stress a few This is especially true if organiza- to subscribe to its biannual jour- together. points. (1) The canon of American tions like PAHA effectively achieve nal “Polish American Studies,” or As PAHA President, what do you literature has expanded, in recent their mission of disseminating ac- learn about the “Polish American want to achieve? How would you Polonian organizational life has decades, to include minority, immi- curate research on the Polish experi- Encyclopedia” can check out the like to see PAHA grow or change? been suffering from declining num- grant, and ethnic literatures. (2) It is ence in America; even people who organization’s website at www.pol- I want to promote a better aware- bers and aging membership. What also unfortunately true that Polish have lost their ethnic identity will be ishamericanstudies.org. Tribute to a Legacy ALEXANDRIA, Virg. — Peter “post retirement” project to update corded numerous notes cookies, tall tortes, and and Laura Zeranski are the authors it. So Peter contacted the publisher and tips to ensure that all the other sweets of the acclaimed heritage cookbook and suggested a new even novice they loved growing Polish Classic Recipes, and the re- and improved version. cooks could up. And many were cently released Polish Classic Des- Instead, the owner be success- sad they no longer serts. Their unexpected venture into asked for an entirely ful with had the recipes, or that the world of Polish cuisine is one of new book, to be part of each delec- their kids didn’t know happenstance and a tribute to Peter’s Pelican’s series of clas- table dish. how to make those mother, Alina Zeranska. In 1968 sic recipe books. In early traditional delicacies. Alina, a popular journalist who emi- They jumped into 2011 Pol- And thus Polish Clas- grated from Poland after World War this brand new chal- ish Clas- sic Desserts was born. II, wrote The Art of Polish Cook- lenge full bore. Craig’s sic Recipes A new photographer ing. She was an accomplished cook List was a gold mine yielding a pro- was released and quick- was found on Craig’s but she also wanted to preserve the fessional young and hungry photog- ly became a hit. Polish List. Again, every important holiday traditions. Since rapher, his buddy the food stylist, Americans everywhere, recipe was tested to she wasn’t so familiar with English an editor in Florida, and a graphics as well as foodies and cook book perfection to the great delight of terminology, 18-year old Peter was designer in Louisiana who had de- collectors, love the delicious reci- family and neighbors who tasted tasked with reading all the stories, signed other books in the series and pes, clear instructions, background every dish. This newest heritage articles and recipes, and provid- Peter and Laura Zeranski already knew what he was doing. essays about “growing up Polish” cook book was released in Febru- ing English-language corrections Laura was the cooking expert and and the stunning photography. ary. Almost instantly the book rose to the huge stack of “erasable typ- Fast forward four decades to Peter was the writer Today the book is to the Pelican Publishing’s Top Ten ing paper”— the output of months 2010: Peter is married to Laura. and business manager. available in specialty List on Amazon. Once again Peter of clacking keys on the old manual Laura is an excellent home cook and They couldn’t use Ali- stores and websites and Laura are signing books at Pol- Smith Corona typewriter. Eventual- baker in her own right. Alina passed na’s published recipes around the world, and ish heritage festivals, Polish church ly her book was published by Dou- away in 2005 and Laura has accu- so Laura researched is enjoyed by readers fairs, books stores and specialty re- bleday Publishing, later acquired by mulated over 35 years of experience friends and family for from Russia to Aus- tailers from Buffalo to Richmond. Pelican Publishing of Gretna, La., cooking traditional Polish cuisine— new heritage recipes, tralia, from the United v v v and it continues to sell worldwide. mostly from Alina’s book. Laura’s all handed down from Arab Emirates to Ja- The Zeranskis will be at the Pol- Truthfully, it only became a best own copy is filled with hundreds of generation to genera- pan. ish Festival in Hamburg N.Y. on seller after the explosion of internet notes and tips from her mother-in- tion. Over six months As Peter and Laura June 7-8. Their books are available shopping. Today, hundreds of on- law and from her own experiences. each recipe was tested and retested signed their book up and down the on our own Polish American Jour- line book stores sell Alina’s book. But “the book” was written long be- to perfection; the imprecise “pinch East Coast, new friends everywhere nal web site (polamjournal.com) or And so, in 1968 a legacy was born, fore microwave ovens, immersion of this” and a “glass of that” were talked about their childhood mem- autographed on their own website, then re-born in the 21st century thru blenders, or standing mixers. Laura also converted to precise North ories of filled donuts, Grandma’s polishclassiccooking.com. technology. and Peter thought it would be a nice American measures. Plus, Laura re- cheesecake, Christmas ginger bread Smacznego! POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013 www.polamjournal.com 5

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REVIEW / Staś Kmieć Śląsk — an Ultimate Performance of Excellence The recent tour of Śląsk — The jawiaki Głuszyńskie, as realized by inflection and vocal quality of its National Song and Dance En- soloists Joanna Mokwa and Adam earlier recorded soloists. Through semble of Poland can be summed Czechlewski that stole the show as the years, despite different persons up in one word — czysto! — clean one of those rare occasions of the- taking on the role, “Karolinka,” form, clean execution, and clean ater magic. “Szła Dzieweczka,” “Starzyk,” technique made for an ultimate per- Reimagined and adapted for a “Helokanie,” and “Ondraszek” formance experience of excellence. single couple from the original en- seemed to mimic the sound of the The company, presented under the semble choreography by Hanna original. For the listener brought auspices of Starvox Entertainment, Chojecka, the solo dance, supported up on archive recordings, this was was just here in November of 2012, by the vocals of the choral contin- comforting to hear. It is refreshing but returned with a brief tour of se- gent to music by Wojciech Kilar, to hear new qualified vocal interpre- lect cities in Canada and the United was a revelation. The romantic in- tations of songs that have been em- States. terplay between the two lovers was bedded in the ear. At the Lehman Center for the magnetic and real. The lyrical steps “Szla Dzieweczka” was enact- Performing Arts in New York City’s punctuated with percussive gestures ed in two beautiful interpretations Bronx borough, Śląsk gave two per- approaches the traditional through a — the traditional sound of Renata formances of bright, theatrical danc- storyline using a contemporary vo- Dworak and Michał Borkowski, ing and singing. The company of 80 cabulary of movement. Many folk- and an “in-the-moment” original performers was skillful, dazzlingly loric companies are presentational version by Dorota Sitek and Piotr energetic, and the presentation was in format — playing to an audience. Nikiel. Their rapport was genuine much enhanced by the costumes and With this dance we are privileged — breathing new life into this staple live orchestra. to look beyond the “fourth wall” of the repertoire and popular folk For comparison, I attended both and witness an intimate, private ex- song catalogue. shows — viewing the first from the change. In the “Do Krakowa” sequence last row of the balcony and the sec- While the troupe’s basic reper- The company of 80 performers was skillful, dazzlingly energetic, and the Borkowski sang in an elevated ond in a closer orchestra seat. Each tory can be predictable, it has still presentation was much enhanced by the costumes and live orchestra. heightened tone, as he searched performance had a change of cast- preserved the verve, athleticism through a forest of women to find ing in the soloist roles. The distance and precision that has animated the “his Marysiu.” During the evening arm, head, and leg positions, and dience. Written in a minor key, the allowed me to view the exquisite company for the past 60 years. The performance Nikiel was spontane- the intricacies of the partnered pivot song as compellingly performed by choreographic pattern and see if the standard repertoire by Kamińska ous, heartfelt, and endearing in his in the wedding dance, Mach. Unlike Joanna Budzisz, details the tragic performance can carry the distance; anchors the performance as classics search for his beloved. His tenor has the stylized invention of choreo- story of the real life beskidnik high- while the closer perspective offered of their genre. There is a difference a pure, natural quality that is nu- graphic imagination, it is difficult land bandit from the mountains interaction, connection, and projec- however, between her pieces and anced, solid, deep, and masculine. to create a piece so closely aligned of the Moravian-Cieszyn Silesian tion. those set by succeeding choreogra- The expressive, effortless open with authentic material without Beskids, Andrzej Szebesta. Known Śląsk is one of the great profes- phers. Polka Beskidzka by Wladys- voiced biały głos of Beata Pyda properly knowing the region. as Ondraszek or Ondra, he was mur- sional folkloric ensembles in the law Stefanik is entrancing and clos- is a joy to hear in anything she Dwa Michały, a charming dance dered on April 1, 1715 by a member world. With its founder Stanisław est in style; Jurah Kubanka’s Polka sings — the signature “Karolinka,” confection was actively matched by of his own gang for the reward of Hadyna and original conceptual Opolskie is entertaining in its revue- “Słoneczko Wyszło,” and “Maryś, Czechlewski and Marek Kulig as the a hundred florins. Ondraszek was choreographer Elwira Kamińska no like style. Maryś.” “two Michaels.” Stylistically, Aneta immortalized in popular legend as longer at the helm, the spirit and vir- Tańce Lubelskie does not fare Śląsk never fails to delight and Wojtyra and Emil Tarnowski in the a “defender of the peasants and the tuosity behind this company, under as well. Though greatly improved embody the culture and spirit of the Kujawiak-Oberek, and Agnieszka enemy of noblemen,” and is the sub- the directorship of Zbigniew Cierni- from its premiere in 1989, the cho- people of Poland through the unique Kulig and Piotr Cegiełkowski in the ject of many folk tales, and songs — ak, are still very much in evidence. reography still remains disjointed. expression of national folk dancing finale Krakowiak captured the intri- the most famous being this one. One cannot help but respond The changes made are derivative and concept ideas. With the success cate essence and technique of the For the longest period of time enthusiastically to the breathtaking and “borrowed” from previous of its two recent return engage- solo choreography. (and in particular when the founder male bravura of the Podhalańskie work and the styling of other estab- ments, the audiences throughout the In comparison to November, the Hadyna returned to his post as direc- mountain dances — the quintessen- lished ensembles. country await the next visit to our program was similar but different in tor after a lengthy absence), Śląsk tial gem of the repertoire that closes Beginning oddly with “Szumiała shores. dynamics — offering a contrast to chose to exactly reproduce the tone, the first act to repeated encores. In Leszczyna,” a walczyk tune from the glowing smiles and happy vil- the matinee though, it was the more the Rzeszów region, the suite lacks lage dances. A selection that was subtle and superbly performed Ku- understanding of the subtleties of appreciated by this reviewer was SUPPORT THE PAJ PRESS FUND the dark and dramatic “Ondraszek, Pieśń o Zbójniku” — a bold choice n 1978, a voluntary fund-raising campaign was launched by a group for the typical American show-au- of loyal readers of the Polish American Journal entitled “We Love the PAJ Press Fund” in order to help cover rising postage, material and production costs. Summer Language IDonations to the PAJ Press Fund are also used to support our reader Program at the KF services (postage, telephone, research, etc.), provide newsclippers with stamps and envelopes, and cover extraordinary expenses in producing WASHINGTON, D.C. — The the paper. The Polish American Journal is not a profit-making ven- Summer Semester of Polish Lan- ture. 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RELIGION / Benjamin Fiore, S.J. Preserving the Past, Forging the Future Canonization Processes Advance On March 28 Pope Francis rec- for investigation to see if they merit Blessed John Paul II’s tomb in St. ognized the heroic virtue of lay eventual beatification or declaration Peter’s Basilica. Fr. Jacquinet, di- brother missionary of the Oblates of as martyrs. rector of the Pontifical Council for Mary Immaculate Antoine Kowal- the Laity said, “The fact [Blessed] czyk, and designated him as Servant Serving the Community John Paul II opened a center for of God. This allows his cause to for 105 Years. Five Holy Mar- young people in the Vatican” is advance toward beatification. Bro. tyrs RC Church, in Chicago’s evidence of his desire “to give to Kowalczyk was born in Dzierza- Brighton Park neighborhood, has the young people their place in the nów, Poland in 1866 and died in Ed- served the Polish community since Church. They are the present and monton, Alberta, Canada in 1947. 1908. The parish school is named the future of the Church. They are On March 19, the path to saint- for Pope John Paul II and the street the hope of the Church.” hood recognition was opened in the outside the church is named John RC Diocese of LaCrosse, Wisc., for Paul II Drive. Like most parishes, Seminarians Installed as Fr. Joseph Walijewski, a humble the challenge facing Five Holy Mar- Lectors. Among the 55 seminar- missionary who helped the poor tyrs is to find a way to attract young- ians at Rome’s North American Col- in Latin America. The diocese is er Catholics. Teresa Toczek-Bala, lege, the residence in Rome for U.S. now seeking persons who could a long-time and active parishioner, THE ORCHARD LAKE SCHOOLS marked the 50th anniversary of the seminarians, who were installed give testimony, whether positive or suggested that the church should Shrine Chapel of Our Lady of Orchard Lake, March 3, 2013. The his- as Lectors was John Michael negative, about his holiness. Fr. Se- promote itself more by doing good torical milestone was celebrated at Mass by Archbishop Vigneron and bastian Kołodzieczyk, who worked deeds in the community and offer- Kuchinski from the Harrisburg RC Reverend Monsignor Thomas C. Machalski, Jr., in the presence of a capacity crowd, many of whom came to honor the past. with him at an orphanage in Lima, ing outreach programs. Diocese. He is a native of St. Leo Peru, said of him, “He was all about the Great Parish in Rohrerstown, Pa. Dedicated in 1962, the chapel was designed by Orchard Lake Schools doing God’s will as a priest. He was Superior Installed at alumnus Walter Rozycki. A remarkable example of fine artistry and always working with the poor, shar- Cherry Hill Convent. Moth- New Altar Blessed. Arch- craftsmanship, it was designed to house up to 750 under the curved ing the hardships of the poor.” er Beata Chwistek, superior gen- bishop Thomas G. Wenski of Mi- beams and roof purlins of laminated Oregon Douglass Fir – a design Born in 1924 to Polish immigrant eral, and Sister Bernadeta Dudzi- ami placed a relic of Venerable Fr. feature that resembles “praying hands” angled toward the heavens. parents in Grand Rapids, Mich., ak, vicar general, installed Mother Michael McGivney, founder of the he was ordained in 1950 in the La Dorota Baranowska as the new Knights of Columbus, into the al- The anniversary celebration initiated a fundraising effort to restore Crosse diocese and after working in superior provincial of the Little Ser- tar stone of the new portable altar the chapel to it original grandeur. “Included in the renovation plans is several parishes in Wisconsin went vant Sisters of the Immaculate Con- which will serve liturgical services the building of a shrine to house the relic of the Blessed John Paul II to work in Bolivia in 1956, where ception of the Province of America. for the Knights of Columbus in Florida. The altar was built by Jo- that we received from his secretary, Cardinal Dziwisz,” said Reverend he founded a parish in Santa Cruz. Mother Baranowska, originally Monsignor Thomas C. Machalski, Chancellor and Rector, Orchard Lake seph Soborowicz of Resurrection He then did missionary work in Ec- from Białystok, Poland, is a child Schools. uador, pastoral work in Wisconsin, educator who entered the congre- Council 11189, Winter Garden, Fla. and ministry in Lima, Peru, after gation in 1992 in the United States. a devastating earthquake there in Until recently she had been teaching Man of the Year, Holy Name A.C. Swing into Spring 1971. The breakfast stations that he at Blessed Edmund Center in Cher- organized served 8,000 children a ry Hill, N.J. S TA M F O R D , ORCHARD LAKE, Mich. —– day. He then founded an orphanage, Conn. – The city’s The music department of St. Mary’s the House of John Paul II, in 1987 Pope’s Loving Example oldest athletic or- Preparatory is kicking off the season with the help of a married couple. Praised. Congressional dele- ganization, Holy with its annual Spring Swing Dinner At age 76 he established a home for gates to the papal installation Mass Name Athletic Dance fundraising event, Fri., May the elderly and drove to the rain for- praised the new pontiff as a spiritual Club, organized 10, 2013, from 6:30–11:00 p.m. in est on Sundays to celebrate Mass leader who presents the fullness of in 1925, held its the St. Mary’s Athletic Complex for native Indian communities there. Church teaching in love. Among the 79th Annual Com- Banquet Center. Like the new pope, “he was not just delegates was Chicago Democrat munion Breakfast, This year’s theme, Mardi Gras preaching poverty, he lived it. It was Dan Lipinski, known for his voting Palm Sunday. One Dance Party, caters to the sounds not just something for show,” said in congress to defend life and mar- of the traditions of New Orleans as well as all-time Fr. Kołodziejczyk. riage. “Pope Francis,” he said, “has at the breakfast classics performed by the talented During the Japanese invasion demonstrated both humility and was to honor one St. Mary’s Jazz Ensemble with De- of China in 1937, the bishop of strength, I pray to the Holy Spirit of its members as troit award-winning special guest, Planet D. Nonet, known as “De- Chengtingfu gave refuge to about to guide him as he leads the world’s the Citizen of the troit’s best little swing band.” This 5,000 persons, mostly women and 1.2 billion Catholics.” Year. This year’s musical ensemble, who has part- girls who feared rape by the invad- honoree was John both suffered at the hands of the Na- nered with the St. Mary’s musicians ers. When the Japanese demanded Youth Center Celebrates Orzechowski, president of the club. zis in World War II. Although their for several years, is once again mak- that 200 women be surrendered 30 Years. The Centro San Loren- The speaker for the event was backgrounds were very different, ing a special appearance alongside to serve the soldiers’ pleasure as zo in Rome was founded 30 years Polish Catholic Holocaust survivor, they had to endure the same hard- the men of the Prep. “comfort girls,” the bishop refused. ago by Blessed John Paul II as Bozenna Urbanowicz Gilbride, who ships in the early years of their lives Seating is limited. All tickets That evening the bishop was taken a place where young pilgrims in spoke about her award-winning and became friends as adults. The are $40 each after May 1. For res- away along with eight other Euro- Rome could encounter the living book, “Children of Terror.” It is the book is available on Amazon.com. ervations or more information, call pean missionaries and laymen. They Church within the context of prayer story of two young girls — one Pol- Pictured above are club officer ish Catholic the other German Jew Koproski, Orzechowski, and Ur- (248) 681-3645 or email bollas@ were all burned alive. One of these and community. The center has been comcast.net. was Polish lay brother Władisław run by a team of young people ever — both born in the same year, who banowicz Gilbride. Prinz. The cause for the bishop and since its founding. The anniversary his companions has been entered celebration began with Mass at INTERNATIONAL

COMPROMISED REACHED. A population is Roman Catholic, the segment detailing the archives is modlitwy compromise has been reached over majority of the annual funding has available on YouTube. church funding in Poland, said Car- gone to the Catholic Church. Publication of Prayers. The Polish American Journal gladly accepts prayers ads for publication. They must be received by the 10th of each month, prior to the month of publication, and must be dinal Kazimierz Nycz, Archbishop “CAPPUCCINO FOR AFRICA.” A pre-paid at the cost of $15.00 each, which can be paid by check or charge. If you have any questions of Warsaw, and Michal Boni, Min- Holocaust Documents Un- group of Capuchin friars in Poland regarding this policy, please call 1 (800) 422-1275 or (716) 312-8088. Send to: Polish American Journal, ister of Administration and Digitiza- veiled. Meticulous records kept used the order’s historical link to P.O. Box 271, N. Boston, NY 14110. tion. by the Nazis detailing the fate of cappuccino to raise money to help ST. JUDE NOVENA. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved through- Talks began in April 2012 be- 17.5 million of their World War II Africans. out the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the helpless, pray for us. Recite nine times a day. By the 8th day, your tween government ministers and victims have been rediscovered in Coffee shops in six Polish cities prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you the Roman Catholic Church after the German town of Bad Arolsen. joined in the three-day action “Cap- St. Jude and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. M.B.H. the government announced plans to The archive shelves, stretching 16 puccino for Africa” for missions Prayer to the Blessed Virgin. (Never Known To Fail). Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, eliminate the state’s Church Fund as miles and containing 50 million that the Krakow-based friars are fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in part of austerity measures. pages of documents, are gradually running in the Central African Re- my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Holy Mary, Although about 28 million dol- being made public. They were con- public and Chad. Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart and succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh lars per year will be cut from state fined to secret storage after World Capuchin monks have been often Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (three times). Holy Mary, I place spending, as a result of the com- War II by the victorious allies out of credited with inspiring the name for this cause in your hands (three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish and it will be granted to you. Grateful thanks, G.M.K. promise, tax-paying Poles will be concern for the privacy of the vic- the frothy coffee drink because of allowed to give from 0.8 to one tims and also for political reasons. their coffee-colored habits. Prayer to the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit, You who solve all problems, who light all roads so I can percent of their income tax to the Among the records are details A project coordinator, Piotr Gaj- attain my goal. You who give me the Divine gift to forgive and to forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want this short prayer to thank you for all things and church. The government had pro- about many of the imprisoned and da, said a friar got the idea for the to confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you, even and in spite of all material posed 0.3 percent. murdered Jews, Christians, Rus- charity last year while drinking a illusion. I wish to be with you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. Thank The vast majority of church sians, and others, including 1,900 coffee, and wondering how the or- you Holy Spirit. That person must say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. After 3 days, the favor re- quested will be granted, even if it may appear difficult. This prayer must be published immediately funding — about 80 percent — al- priests who met horrific deaths un- der’s association with the pleasur- after the favor is granted, without mentioning the favor. Your initials should appear after the thank ready comes from donations by der the German and Russian aggres- able drink could be used to help the you. Thank You Holy Spirit. G.M.K. church members. sion. The archive stands as incon- missions. The group says proceeds ST. JUDE NOVENA. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved through- Separate government talks with trovertible proof of the World War from selling one cappuccino in Po- out the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, representatives of Poland’s smaller II exterminations which refute the land will provide 10 hot meals for pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the helpless, pray for us. Recite nine times a day. By the 8th day, your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you religious denominations are set to ignorant and wilful claims of ho- children in the Central African Re- St. Jude and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. M.A.E. begin. As ninety percent of Poland’s locaust deniers. The “60 Minutes” public. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013 www.polamjournal.com 7 The Polish American Museum — Not Just Your Long Islander’s Museum by Gerald Kochan period of rebirth. Many of these vet- PORT WASHINGTON, Long erans returned home to the US after Island, N.Y. — Libraries have long giving their all to see a free Poland. been known as the repositories of This story is one rarely told in U.S. knowledge. The former Port Wash- history books and one among many ington Library at 16 Belleview Ave., that would fall away if not for the serves as home to the Polish Ameri- efforts of “the little train that could,” can Museum. The wealth of knowl- the Polish American Museum and edge contained in those walls is not CMS annex. confined as formerly it was only to This desire of Polish Americans books and periodicals. Displays, to keep Poland alive has not died out both historical and cultural pervade with the demise of the Blue Army the rooms and halls of this amazing veterans. From Detroit, one of the building. Within thirty rooms, the old Blue Army recruiting hubs, Ed building houses fifteen exhibit gal- Kaminski recently donated two leries, a research library, the CMS significant art pieces by the noted annex, lecture hall, gift shop offices aviation artist R. Wong depicting Director Gerald Kochan with Major and supplementary classrooms and 315 Polish Squadron and the Polish Kurtz at his home during docu- storage areas. Fighting Team — Skalski’s Circus mentary preliminary research on Much like the children’s story — during World War II. Although 1st Polish Armored Division. of “The Little Engine that Could,” originally formed by residents of is often found echoing in the per- this museum has stepped up to pull Display on Gen. Haller’s Blue Army of World War II. Long Island, Ed’s donation symbol- formance hall. The Chopin Concert a load larger mainstream museums izes the increasingly cosmopolitan or needs to maximize its display Kochan serving as a U.S. Army of- series in the spring season is always in America have given scant regard outreach of the museum as we seek space, Szachacz keeps “Madame ficer in the Gulf, worked with these a well-attended event. Most of all, to “Polish History, Culture and the to serve community, nation and in- President” Basia and the Director forces and was inspired by this ex- what echoes in the halls of the mu- Polish Experience in America.” Cel- ternational Polonia alike. Gerald Kochan grounded to the lim- perience and his heritage to seek seum today is a growing sense this ebrating its 26th year of existence Not to stand in the shadow of its of engineering and the Museum recognition for their efforts. With is not a regional museum, but one of this year, the Museum has evolved the historical displays, the cultural building. an honorary board consisting of the increasing national importance. displays including those of regional There has been much to test the late Col. Francis “Gabby” Gabreski Members, volunteers, staff, and costumes, and rich musical heritage limits of space and engineering, (top European Theater World War donors are key to making this a have all been renovated. Of particu- even as the article is being written, II ace), Major Jerry Devlin (Ranger reality. The Museum would like to lar note to the visitor is how easy it is everyone is rallying to determine Hall of Famer and DSC awardee), thank you and invite your continued to move from a gallery that features how to display a folding bicycle and Col. Richard Jung (Iraqi Free- support by reminding you it is a reg- Polish Scientists and Noble prize- used by British and Polish Airborne dom 11th Iraqi Division METT istered 401c, and any donations are winners to one which illustrates the forces in World War II. An extreme- Commander), the project moved tax deductible including member- rich religious background of Poland ly rare piece, this example holds a rapidly forward. Still, it wasn’t until ship fee. In recognition of its belief with no sense of incongruity or un- special place in Kochan’s regard. Szydlowski and the Polish Ameri- in the PAJ readership, the Museum ease. Examples of this folding bike, in- can Museum made the Center part is offering a free DVD copy of the Moving beyond the boundar- cluding perhaps this very bike were of their own educational outreach award-winning documentary on ies of the physical walls, a new used by the Polish Airborne Recon that both institutions maximized the the Polish Air Force entitled, White website has been created to bring Platoons, in which his father served. potential of the Center. Eagle in Borrowed Skies with your the museum far beyond any border Moreover, the bike is just the pro- This is what the Polish American Sustaining Level Membership of limitation. You can access the Polish verbial tip of the iceberg regarding Museum does the best — it allows $35.00 (Please mention “PAJ read- American Museum, the CMS annex recent acquisitions. With the Center potentials to be realized. When Life er” to receive DVD with member- and their many events and collec- for Military Studies Annex occupy- Scout Peter Levenchuck of Troop ship) tions by going to www.polishameri- ing the right wing of the Museum 134 was looking for a project for For additional information and canmuseum.com. An additional PAM President Basia Szydlowski for over five years now, a great his Eagle Scout Badge, the Museum hours, visit the website, or contact acknowledgment of the Museum’s and Life Scout Peter Levenchuck, number of historical items relating and Levenchuck both benefitted Basia at (516) 883-6542 or Gerald electronic media centered age is the who earned Eagle status by volun- to military service of Poles and Pol- from a coming together. Bringing at (214) 914-5432. teering at the museum. ish Americans have been placed on together volunteers from his family, documentary series that is produced display. Troop and museum, Levenchuck in a manner that both surprised and The Center was founded in 1992 engaged upon a ambitious plan to delighted its founders. Under its in response to the tumultuous events repaint more than two thirds of the tireless President Basia Szydlowski, that unfolded in Eastern Europe museum as while as install a sprin- volunteers give of their time and and Southwest Asia at the end of kler system to the lawn. The Mu- skills bringing a sense of commu- the eighties and early nineties. The seum is proud to report he will be nity as opposed to bureaucracy to Gulf War brought Poles serving receiving his Eagle Scout award as the endeavors of the staff. Foremost alongside U.S. forces for the first a result in June. among these tireless volunteers is time since World War II. This was This year has witnessed a num- Steve Szachacz a craftsman in ev- a role the Poles encored with valiant ber of new exhibits launched in- ery sense of the word. When the service in Iraqi Freedom and today cluding one that pays tribute the museum acquires a new collection again, yet in Afghanistan. Founder contributions of Polish Americans to the rebirth of the Polish nation in 1918 and its defense against the USSR in the 1920 campaign. In par- ticular, it follows the various patriot organizations, such as the Sokol clubs, that gave rise to the famed Blue Army. A force recruited from Polish Americans, trained along the Niagara border in Canada and numbering over 75,000 strong, this Dziubek’s Deblinskis (Polish 315 Sqdn.), an original oil donated by Ed Ka- army went to France to fight along- minski added to the Polish Air Force Exhibit. side the French in hopes of seeing the reestablishment of a free Poland with the defeat of the German and by the Center with Museum support Austrian Empires. The Blue Army to preserve the record of vanishing under General Haller was also a generations. key factor in the defeat of the So- The museum also serves as a true viet invasion of Poland in 1920. The educational hub for Polonia by pro- museum has artifacts and rare uni- viding academic merit scholarships forms featuring Sokol, Blue Army, annually to gifted students. The mu- and Haller veteran alike from this sic of Chopin, Gorecki and others Performance hall. Anti-gay Remarks Cost Wałęsa $70,000 Solidarity founder and former the small but vociferous gay lobby is a totally different issue. I am op- ready to further strengthen bonds Polish president Lech Wałęsa has and its mainstream-media backers posed to this ideology and here I and cooperation with the Holy See already lost over $70,000 dollars are able “to persecute and punish totally agree with former president in the defense of Christian culture in due to cancelled U.S. lectures fol- the majority.” Lech Wałęsa.” He added: “As of Europe and the world,” Tusk said. lowing outspoken remarks about Justice Minister I stand by the Con- Roman Kotliński, a defrocked priest homosexuals. In March, Wałęsa Justice minister backs stitution, which clearly states that belonging to the anti-clerical fringe said homosexuals should remem- Wałęsa. Justice Minister Jarosław marriage is a union between man group, the Palikot Movement, told ber they are a minority and should Gowin has told a group of Warsaw and woman.” parliament the prime minister’s not flaunt their unwanted lifestyles University students: “Sexual orien- message “destroyed Poland’s im- in front of the majority, which can tation is a personal matter for every Polish Prime Minister Don- age as a democratic state that values be embarrassing to parents with human being. But to try and make ald Tusk was attacked over the ideological pluralism and does not Please make checks payable to: ACPC, c/o Florence Langridge, Membership Chair, 78 young children. The cancellations, this private matter a political strug- congratulatory message he sent to engage in religious disputes.” Meadow Lane, West Hartford, CT 06107 according to Wałęsa, showed how gle under gay slogans and ideology Pope Francis. “Poland is willing and — Robert Strybel 8 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013

HAPPENINGS: CHICAGO STYLE / Geraldine Balut Coleman Family, Friends, and Community Mourn Komosa chestra Youth Audition. He played Pisanki sale to the PWCC Schol-

ribune Beethoven’s Concerto No. 5, re- arship Fund. Kudos to Kathleen T ceiving second place. In December Burzycki, Chair of this benefit lun- 2012, Daniel made his Chicago cheon, to Ann Burzycki, PWCC’s hicago

: C orchestral debut with the Lira Sym- president, and to Geraldine Balut phony Orchestra, under the baton Coleman, Alicia Dutka, Lenore of Mina Zikri. Daniel is a student Fuesz, Lucille Gutowski, Mitchelle opyright C of the distinguished pianist Pawel Kmiec, Bernadette Kowalik, Karen Chęciński, Roosevelt University’s Kozlow, Barbara Marquart, and artist-in-residence, and Ralph Nei- Marcia Zurawski, for making this weem of the Music Institute of Chi- event a successful one. All money Barbara and Robert Komosa cago. Daniel is an eighth grader at made from this event will be ear- Washburne Junior High School in marked toward the PWCC Scholar- CHICAGO — Robert Komo- Winnetka, Ill. ship Fund. sa’s positive spirit was a symbol of courage. He passed away on March PWCC HELD SUCCESSFUL BEN- ZBIKOWSKI: A BEAR’S SAFETY. 16, 2013 in his Barrington Hills EFIT. The Polish Women’s Civic Tom Zbikowski, the newly con- home from respiratory failure. A Club (PWCC) held another suc- tracted safety for the Chicago Bears, funeral Mass was held on March cessful annual Palm Sunday Ben- has returned back to the Chicago 23 at St. Thomas Becket Church in (l. to r.): Betran, Zborek, Odrobina, Kurzydlowski, Klosowiak, Elliott, efit Luncheon. On March 24 at the area. He agreed Mount Prospect, Ill. Quinn, and Alba. Avalon Banquets in Elk Grove Vil- to a one-year On October 6, 1999 and at the PMA CELEBRATES PULASKI tor and General Manager of the lage, nearly 200 adults and chil- contract with the age of 17, Robert was at his Roll- DAY. Lira. Approximately 100 guests dren attended the festive afternoon minimum wage ing Meadows High School football On March 4, The Polish Mu- were delighted to hear and watch filled with something for everyone. of $715,000. practice. During this practice ses- seum of America (PMA) held its 14-year-old Daniel Szefer perform There were clowns entertaining Born in Park sion, he was tackled, but this time annual Pulaski Day celebration. music of Chopin, Bach, Beethoven, the children, on-hand Pisanki in- Ridge, Ill., but something happened. “The tackle This event was held in conjunction and Rachmaninoff. After Szefer’s structions and Pisanki creations by raised in Ar- knocked him into a metal post – part with the State of Illinois’ Casimir outstanding performance, Robert Joan White, a PWCC member, for lington Heights, of a fence near the practice field. Pulaski Day. As in the past, many Rusiecki, Vice-Consul of the Re- purchase. Also available were mar- Ill., Zbikowski The impact fractured two verte- Illinois officials were in attendance, public of Poland, presented Daniel tini tastings for the adults and photo was a two-time brae in Komosa’s neck and para- including Governor Pat Quinn, with gifts from the Consulate. This booth fun for everyone. However, All-American lyzed him for the neck down.” He Lieutenant Governor Sheila Simon, was followed by a wonderful Pol- the highlights of this benefit were at Notre Dame was unable to walk. He could not Treasurer Dan Rutherford, and ish-style buffet dinner. the raffling of thirty-five PWCC’s U n i v e r s i t y , move his arms and legs. He could Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka. Daniel, the son of Polish immi- popular custom-made baskets, each where he dis- no longer breathe on his own. This Also attending were U.S. Congress- grants, began playing the piano at valued at $50 or more, the raffling of tinguished him- life-changing injury required him woman Jan Schakowsky, Chicago’s the age of seven, made his solo de- five $200 Gold Raffle Baskets, and self as a safety to use a ventilator to breathe and Mayor Rahm Emmanuel, Cook but at the age of nine, and, in Janu- the distribution of handmade chil- and returner. As he needed round-the-clock medical County Treasurer Maria Pappas, ary 2010, played his first public re- dren’s “Easter Baskets.” A special a student at Buffalo Grove High care. His widowed mother, Barbara, Poland’s Consul General Paulina cital in Miami, Florida. Since then, thank you to Janette and Dr. Ken- School, he was a noted “dual- gave up her job to take care of him. Kapuścińska, along with other Illi- he has played in numerous concerts neth Korzec for their most generous threat” quarterback and set numer- For nearly five years, Robert and his nois, Cook County, and Chicago of- throughout the United States. In donation to the PWCC’s Scholar- ous school records. Tom played for family relied on the charity of the ficials. Numerous dignitaries from 2012, he was the youngest finalist ship Fund, to Marian Friend, a new the Baltimore Ravens and the In- community for financial support, Polish American organizations were to compete in the most challeng- PWCC member, for her donation of dianapolis Colts. He has also had a and the community rallied around present. The Masters of Ceremo- ing youth piano competition in the custom-made centerpieces, and to successful boxing career. Tom is a them. It raised thousands of dollars nies for this event were Joseph A. United States – the Crain-Maling Joan White for donating all mon- member of the Polish Roman Cath- to move them into a handicap-ac- Drobot, Jr. and Maria Ciesla, chair Foundation Chicago Symphony Or- etary proceeds from her handmade olic Union of America. cessible home. The Duchossis fam- and president of the PMA. The Most ily, owners of Arlington Race Track, Reverend Andrew Wypych, Auxil- donated a handicap-accessible van. iary Bishop of the Archdiocese of The family filed a lawsuit against Chicago, gave the invocation. The Northwestern Suburban High Polish and United States national School District 214 on the grounds anthems were sung by Aleksandra that not only was the metal post not Kurzydlowski, a senior from Loyola padded, but the practice field was Academy. She was accompanied not configured correctly. In 2005, by Piotr Dymon, pianist from St. the contentious suit was settled as William Parish. A special presenta- “no fault” for $12.5 million. After tion was given by Joseph Gregoire, the settlement the post was padded Regional Illinois President of PNC and the practice field layout was Bank, and Linda Morris, its vice changed. president of Retail Banking. On v v v behalf of the PNC Bank, they pre- His years after the accident were sented the PMA with a $5,000 dona- inspirations for thousands. He con- tion. The Jewel-Osco grocery store tinued onward with great dignity, chain, represented by Jewel-Osco’s participating in activities with fam- Nick Betran, vice president of Op- ily and friends. He maintained his erations, and Miguel Alba, Director love of football and sports, attend- of Community Relations, were on ing sports and social events. He was hand to present five $1,000 schol- the inspiration for the founding of a arships to award-winning essay charity called “The Gridiron Alli- scholars. This year’s essay winners ance” - a not-for-profit organization were: Annette Elliot of the School that ministers to the special needs of the Art Institute of Chicago, Emil of catastrophically-injured student Klosowiak of Northwestern Univer- athletes. “Until the time of his death sity, Aleksandra Kurzydlowski of “LIBRARIES ARE ‘SACRED PLACES’.” kind in the world. Komosa campaigned for insurance Loyola Academy, Paul Odrobina, Jr. On Febru- coverage for high school athletes.” of Columbia College, and Elizabeth ary 24, the Polish American Librarians Association Barbara Bilszta, the PALA’s project coordina- An hour PBS documentary, “The Zborek of Northwestern University. (PALA) held its third annual conference. More than 85 tor, spoke about “All of Polonia Reads to Kids” Unbreakable Spirit of Rob Komosa” The benediction was given by the librarians and library supporters from thirteen states and screened a film showing how well the reading was produced by Bob Ray of Blue- Reverend Tomasz Ludwicki, As- including Texas and Florida, met at The Polish Mu- initiative has taken off in Poland. She urged Polish line Productions in 2001. The docu- sistant Director of the Holy Trinity seum of America (PMA) for an afternoon of network- American librarians to participate. Following her talk, mentary followed Komosa for near- Mission. The Pulaski Day celebra- ing, brainstorming, and programs. Its keynote speaker student musicians from the Music Academy of Pa- ly a year telling his amazing story. tion ended with the ceremonial lay- was Stuart Dybek, award-winning Polish American derewski Symphony Orchestra entertained with per- ing of the wreath to honor Casimir Komosa was also the main subject author and poet, who provided the highpoint of this formances of classical and popular music. Pulaski and the singing of “God of a book published in 2012, Un- conference with stories about his reverence for librar- Katie Clausen, library school student from Domin- Bless America.” ies, calling them “sacred places” that are at the center breakable Resilience: Leap of Faith ican University, received the 2013 Vera May Barnes Stories to Live By—Eight Survivor of a writer’s life. “My library card was like a passport AN EVENING WITH DANIEL Zubrzycki Scholarship. Her heartfelt acceptance dem- Athletes Piecing Together the Grace that could be stamped over and over again on my jour- SZEFER. The Board of Directors of ney to becoming a Polish-American,” he said. onstrated why she was chosen, as she spoke about and Blessings of an Imperfect Life. cultural diversity in libraries. Susan Roman, dean of The book was published as a fund the Lira Ensemble hosted “An Eve- Elizabeth Marszalik, PALA president, and Maria ning with Pianist Daniel Szefer.” Ciesla, PMA president, welcomed conference attend- Dominican University’s Graduate School of Library raiser by the Gridiron Alliance. and Information Science and Michael Zubrzycki, As Rob Komosa’s sister, Ann Held at the prestigious Kenilworth ees, and Konrad Zielinski, Vice Consul of the Polish scholarship donor for whose mother it is named, were Phister said, “Rob not only showed Club in Kenilworth, Ill., on March Consulate, stated that he looks forward to working others how to overcome adversity 6, a cocktail soirée, concert, and with PALA on future projects. Leonard Kniffel, PALA on hand to present the award of $2,300 scholarship. and how to cope. He was an exam- dinner commenced with welcom- board member, mentioned PALA’s connection to the The mission of the Polish American Librarians As- ple for all of us in how to live our ing remarks by Camille Kopielski, Jan Karski Educational Foundation. Malgorzata Kot, sociation is to positively impact services provided to lives.” Chair of the Lira Ensemble’s Board, PMA’s head librarian, served as emcee and conducted library patrons of Polish descent and individuals inter- and Lucyna Migala, Artistic Direc- a tour of the museum library, one of the largest of its ested in Polish culture. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013 www.polamjournal.com 9

POLONIA OF THE EASTERN GREAT LAKES / Michael Pietruszka Assumption Church continues 125th Anniversary Celebration man School of Music in the Com- and Dramatic Circle’s Dyngus Day nisius College presented “An After- College on April 13 ... Also on the munity Education Division, where “Buffalo’s Best Kielbasa Con- noon with Chopin” featuring pianist 13th, Ludowa Nuta’s “Kashubian she was the multiple year recipient test” were: Dubel’s Sausage (Best Emma Ziskins, and Amy Smardz Dance Party” took place at the of the June Clase Vocal Scholar- Overall Commercial and People’s reading from Chopin’s letters, at White Eagle Banquet Hall in Ham- ship in honor of Renee Fleming, Choice for Commercial), Kasprzak the Montante Cultural Center, and ilton, Ontario ... The Professional and received an Honor’s Diploma Family (Best Overall Homemade, St. Amelia’s Parish in Tonawanda & Businessmen’s Association held in Voice. Best Fresh Homemade and People‘s held a Polish Folk Mass featuring its Memorial Mass at Queen of Mar- Mruczek holds a B.M. in Vocal Choice for Homemade), and Alex Joe Macielag & his Pic-A-Polka tyrs Church in Cheektowaga and Performance and Music Education Cockerill (Best Smoked Home- Orchestra and a Polish Dinner fea- from the Crane School of Music at made) ... The Wegmans grocery “Swienconka” at the Polish Villa II turing a performance by the Polish Restaurant on the 14th.. The group the State University of New York at chain continued the Dyngus Day Heritage Dancers of WNY ... The Potsdam, where she graduated Sum- festivities on April 6 with in-store recently elected the following lead- Consulate General of the Repub- ership: Michael Emser (president), ma Cum Laude in 2011. performances by Kenny Krew at the lic of Poland in Toronto presented Assumption Church is located at Losson Road store in Depew, Dave Ralph Maraszek (vice president), a Commemorative Concert on the John Pawlak (treasurer), Walter St- 435 Amherst St.. Any additional in- Gawronski’s Musical Magic at the 73rd anniversary of the Katyn Mas- epien (secretary) and John Gonsio- formation may be obtained by call- Amherst Street Store in Buffalo, and sacre and the 3rd anniversary of the rek (financial secretary). ing the rectory during regular busi- New Direction at the Orchard Park/ Smolensk Tragedy, featuring the The Polish Union of America ness hours (716) 875-7626. A light West Seneca store ... Oakham House Choir, Our Lady reception will follow the Mass at the The Syracuse Polish Home of Sorrows Chorale and Ecumeni- announced that its Polish Heri- Msgr. Bogacki Hall. collection of photographs is now cal Choir, organist Krzysztof Latala tage Festival will take place at the BUFFALO, N.Y. — Assumption available at www.nyheritage.org/ and soprano Lucja Czarnecka, at Hamburg Fairgrounds June 7 and Church welcomes the return of so- POLONIA TIDBITS. WNY sur- institutions/syracuse-polish-home 8 ... The General Pulaski Associa- prano vocalist, Brittany Mruczek Our Lady of Sorrows Church in To- vived another Dyngus Day, despite ... Keith Kaszubik donated his ronto also on the 7th ... Once again, tion announced that this year’s Pu- (above), Sun., May 19 for a 10:30 the weather. Val Bakowski’s Dyn- “Polonia Surname Index” database, the Maryvale Continuing Education laski Parade, to be held on July 21 a.m, “Hymns of Mary” concert. The gus Day party at the Millenium Ho- containing over 6,000 entries, to the Program included Polish language in Cheektowaga, will be in honor concert is part of a series of spe- tel brought in over polka fans from Polish Genealogical Society of New classes in its Spring 2013 offerings of the late Parade Co-Chair Jackie cial events held during the Quas- across the United States. Also, con- York State ... The St. Catharines, ... The Fregata Restaurant in Mis- Schmid and be led by the “Mum- quicentennial Celebration Year of gratulations to Marty Biniasz and Ontario Canadian Polish Club spon- sissauga, Ontario hosted the “Polo- mers” of Philadelphia. Assumption Church. Mruczek will Eddy Dobosiewicz and all of their sored its 2013 Miss Polonia and nia Talent Show” on April 12 ... The v v v sing selections from her first CD, Dyngus minions. For photos of the Princess Polonia Banquet and Ball Polish Heritage Society of Roches- If you have an item for this “The Hymns of Mary,” between festivities, please visit www.dyn- at its Facer Street hall, and the Bialy column, please send it to me at pi- 10:30 and 11:00 a.m. The songs will gusdaybuffalo.com ... U.S. Sena- Orzel “Zabawa” featuring “Non- ter held its 15th Annual Scholarship feature her singing in English, Pol- tor Charles Schumer announced Stop” was held at St. Casimir’s par- Awards Luncheon at St. John Fisher [email protected]. ish, and Latin. She will also be the his support of the JOLT Act, which ish hall in Toronto’s Roncesvalles featured vocalist at the 11:00 a.m. would set the stage for the expan- neighborhood, on April 6 ... Buf- Mass. sion of the visa waiver program falo based M&T Bank now offers A former Teen Miss Buffalo, to Poland, during his visit to Buf- colorful credit cards with a Polish through the Miss American pageant falo on Dyngus Day ... The results theme ... On April 7, the Permanent system, Mruczek attended the East- of the Adam Mickiewicz Library Chair of Polish Culture at Ca- Pulaski Honored at Capitol with several pairs of godparents that included Mazowsze Voivode Stani- slaw Poniatowski, father of Stani- slaw August, the last Polish king. All these events were recorded in the church’s official book of baptisms. The records survived the fighting and destruction of the War- saw Uprising in 1944. They were initially noticed by Wladyslaw Rudzinski as he researched the ge- nealogy of his own family, and were later examined by Edward Pinkows- ki, founder of the Poles in America Foundation. In 1989 the Polish Academy of Science (PAN) issued a correction to its entry on Pulaski in the “Polski Slownik Biograficzny,” showing the proper date, and place. While some Jack Pinkowski and his wife Monica at the bust of Pulaski in the United of the incorrect information is still States Capitol Building. being repeated, we are fortunate that some new reference works, like the WASHINGTON, D.C. — Be- newborn Pulaski son might not live. recently published “Polish Ameri- cause of the expected snow activ- Young Casimir, however, gained in can Encyclopedia” edited by Dr. ity forecast for March 6, the annual strength and the baptismal ceremo- James Pula, have the actual and true commemoration of Pulaski’s birth- nies were completed on March 14 date. day at the United States Capitol did not take place as planned. The ceremony, rescheduled to Become a member today March 7, took place in the presence of Poles in America Foundation Polish American president Jack Pinkowski, and his wife Monica at the bust of Pulaski Historical Association inside the Capitol building. This The Polish American HistoricalAssociation white marble portrait of the gen- was established in December 1942 as eral — one of only six individuals a special commission of the The Polish granted honorary U.S. citizenship Institute of Arts and Sciences in America to — is the work of the talented Polish collect, compile and publish information about sculptor Henryk Dmochowski. Polish Americans. In October 1944, it was reor­ganized as a national The ceremony honoring Pulas- American society to promote study and research in the history and ki’s true birthday was instituted to social background of Americans of Polish descent. The Association, call attention to the fact that he was which was incorporated under the laws of Illinois in 1972, strives to born in Warsaw and baptized March assist and cooperate with all individuals and organizations interested 6, 1745 under circumstances which in Polish American life and history. Contributions in support of the strongly indicate that the day of his work of the Association are tax-exempt. baptism also fell on the date of his birth. On that day Fr. Christopher Regular one-year membership to the Association is $40.00. ($25.00 for Faltz hurried from the Church of students) made payable to the Polish American Historical Association. For information, contact: the Holy Cross to the Pulaski resi- PAHA, Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT 06050 POLISH UNION OF AMERICA dence on what is now the corner of 745 CENTER ROAD, WEST SENECA, NY 14224 Warecka and Nowy Swiat Streets. www.polishamericanstudies.org There, he administered the sacra- (716) 677-0220 ment because the parents feared the e-mail: [email protected] 10 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013

BABA JAGA’S CORNER / Jagoda Urban-Klaehn PONDERING POLE / Edward Poniewaz Marie Curie: Trips with A Book About Us Look closely at the picture of the books written about the Einstein, Radium Standard Polish soldiers on the cover. Focus Polish experience in World Marie Curie life was very active, After the hard work Marie need- on the sad and exhausted face of the War II. Add this one to even after Pierre’s unexpected and ed a rest. Marie and Albert Einstein marching young man peering di- that list and please read it. tragic death in 1906. I previously were already good friends for sever- rectly at the camera. He is your dad, Then consider as a medita- covered Marie’s activities in years al years. They decided to take their your Uncle Henry, or your neighbor tion sometime during May, 1906-1911. Marie became self-suf- families to Swiss mountains near the Joe. He is me. He is you. I have seen Polish freedom month, first ficient. She had to keep the labora- lake Como in August 1913. Unfor- that face a hundred times. He is us. that the Poles lost their free- tory work going. She also took over tunately Eduard, Einstein son, was Albin Wozniak, publisher of dom for over one hundred Pierre’s professorial and teaching sick, so his mother, Einstein’s first the Polish Studies Newsletter got years, that their country was position at the Sorbonne University. wife, Mileva Marić, had to stay with it right in the February 2013 edi- trashed and raped by the She became the him. Einstein tion when he proclaimed, “Polonia warring powers in World only parent for went to the trip should honor her for writing this War I, that they fought five her daughters with Hans Albert, book.” The woman he refers to is wars following World War and struggled his older son. Halik Kochanski and the book is I to secure their borders, with depression. Einstein enjoyed The Eagle Unbowed: Poland and that they worked very hard Marie started discussing phys- the Poles in the Second World War to build a nation between a co-operative ics with Marie (Harvard University Press 2012). the wars only to see it de- school for Irene since she could Buy as many copies as you can af- stroyed because they fought and other chil- understand his ford and give it to your children, Hitler and the Germans in dren in 1907. scientific mind grandchildren, to your friends, and the Second World War. To and the problems then donate a copy to the neighbor- the critics, yes, the Poles group can meet, have the fun, and Marie was he tried to solve. hood library. It is that good and im- made mistakes, didn’t do as much as clean up for a slight rental fee? We awarded a sec- Marie’s daugh- portant. they should have, and on and on but rent rooms for all kinds of reasons ond Nobel award ters remembered (Editor’s note: John Grondel- they also were engaged in the fight, and with some minor upgrades you in Chemistry in Einstein hiking ski reviews The Eagle Unbowed on mostly by themselves, with spirit can turn your property into a rent-a- 1911. (I wrote the trail without page 16 of this month’s PAJ). and determination, and on balance, kitchen. The Pondering Pole never an article about really noticing Here is why: The Polish experi- made decisions and acted appropri- stops thinking. this for the Pol- the surroundings. ence is either non-existent, mini- ately from start to finish. Am Journal’s He was so preoc- mized, or put in a negative or biased For all of this then, can you easily Pondering Pole question 100th anniver- cupied with his light in popular culture such as mov- trade away the honor and identity of for May: Does your family meet sary in 2011). theory of relativ- ies and television and in our formal your ancestral background? Again, to make the family secret recipe? I Marie was the Einstein enjoyed discussing physics ity and a speed of culture such as in our schools. Ko- see the face of the young soldier on would love to hear the story. first scientist and with Curie since she could under- light that he once chanski examines all of the major the cover of Eagle Unbowed. I hope v v v the first woman stand his scientific mind and the suddenly stopped, parts of the war and gives the Polish you never forget it. A very big dziekuje bardzo to to receive two problems he tried to solve. Marie’s grabbed Marie’s perspective, whether it is good or my friend Jim “Jak” (for Jakub) Nobel awards! daughters remembered Einstein arm exclaiming: not so good, but she gives a logical Suggestions from the Rygelski for the wonderful gift of She attended the hiking the trail without really notic- “You understand and clear picture of the context and Pondering Pole. I’m listening Eagle Unbowed. I also recommend Nobel ceremony ing the surroundings. what I need to circumstance surrounding whatever to a woman of Mexican descent de- you make the blueberry cheesecake a c c o m p a n i e d know is exactly what happens to the occurred. That is a refreshing thing scribe how her uncle gets the family from the Mala Cukierenka website by her sister Bronya and her older passengers in an elevator when it and the mark of a stellar historian. together to make tamales. He has (malacukierenka.pl/sernik-na-zim- daughter Irene, then fourteen years falls into emptiness.” Another reason to read this his- the family secret and he wants the no-z-jagodami.html). Hint: there are old. Marie’s acceptance speech tory is to feel the power of both the rest of them to learn how to make it equivalency websites out there for confirmed her own credentials in You may remember from previ- sorrow and the incredible pressure like grandma did. I knew an Italian the amounts, and use only an ounce the discoveries of polonium and ous articles, Marie’s and Pierre’s the Poles lived under fighting to family that did the same thing with of gelatin. It makes it fluffier and is radium. She was congratulated by laboratory was an old shack, with a survive in truly unbelievable con- raviolis. How about your family absolutely delicious. Thank you Su- Swedish king Gustaf. leaky roof where medical students ditions in their country and abroad. getting together to make pierogi or sie for making it for me. once dissected human bodies. Since By 1906 there was a consensus We have heard so many times about chrusciki? What a great way to pass If you have a thought about this Curies became famous, they needed that a standard measure of radioac- how Poland “suffered” in World down the “art” of your personal eth- month’s topic, an answer to the a better place for conducting their tivity is needed. Marie was working War II and this work illustrates that nic cooking and have fun with the question, a question of your own, research. In July 1914, the Radium very hard to establish radium as the part of it. What is most satisfying to cousins. or have interesting facts to share, Institute was almost ready. It was standard unit of radioactivity. Radi- me was the dispelling or clarifying Along the same lines, here is contact me at: Edward Poniewaz, built thanks to the donations of the um was the best known radioactive of what I thought was the history of an idea for a business: In the case 6432 Marmaduke Ave., St. Louis, Sorbonne University and The Pas- element with much higher activity the Polish performance on the bat- of the tamales and raviolis, some- MO 63139; email: alinabrig@ya- teur Institute. It contained a labora- than uranium or thorium. Establish- tlefield and in diplomatic circles. In one had to host the group at their hoo.com. tory of radioactivity placed under ing a radioactivity standard was dis- some cases Eagle Unbowed reveals house, and it can be a major mess N.B. If you send email, reference the direction of Marie Curie, and cussed at 1910 during International information I was not aware of and when the party is over. Renting the the Polish American Journal or the also a laboratory for biological re- Congress on Electricity and Radiol- what I was familiar with the book church hall or another public facil- Pondering Pole in the subject line. search and application of radiother- ogy in Brussels, attended by Curie often gave at the least another take ity can be quite expensive but why I will not open an email if I do not apy for medical treatment, so called and Rutherford. But when finally on those events, added a twist or not a storefront “kitchen” where the recognize the subject or the sender. curio-therapy. Marie took an active the members of the special commit- two, and without passion. role in planning how Radium Insti- tee gave a name of “Curie” to about The range of the historical re- tute would look like. She demanded POLAND / Robert Strybel 10-12 grams of radium Marie was cord Kochanski presents is new and vast rooms and big windows allow- not impressed. This unit was well- broad. World War II really began for ing sun light inside. She also took Archives of Noble-wining most Polish politicians. The wife suited for geologists or doctors that the Poles as it had for many of the care of the garden. Czesław Miłosz arrive in used tiny amounts of radioactive European nations from the end of of Poland’s Oxford-educated For- material. In 1911 Marie prepared a On August 3, Germany declared World War I. Poland was a recover- Poland. The personal archives eign Minister Radosław Sikorski, glass tube containing exactly 21.99 war on France. This started another ing and emerging entity and this had of Poland’s Nobel Prize winning Applebaum received a Pulitzer mg of radium chloride. This stan- heroic episode in Marie’s life. a tremendous impact materially and poet Czesław Miłosz (1911-2004) Prize for her book “Gulag”. She dard was subsequently compared psychologically on how she would have arrived in Poland. Donated v v v has lived in Poland more than two with multiple standards created by engage Germany and Russia when to Poland’s National Library by decades and is applying for Polish other chemists. The standard was so Visit Jaga’s Polish Culture Web- they attacked her September 1, Miłosz’s son, they include his good and reliable that 1 g of radium site at: www.polishsite.us 1939. This, throughout the war, and Nobel Prize medal, the poet’s cor- citizenship. was established as a standard for 1 References: until the “Final Chapter,” the total respondence, still unresearched Eve Curie: “Madame Curie.” Curie of radioactivity and it is used war experience “left Poland devas- notebooks dating from 1974-2003 Polish 33-year-old dis- Sarah Dry: “Curie.” until now. tated” (page 532). and other valuable documents. A covers new planet. 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POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL PolkaJUKEBOX / Steve Litwin Gems that Shine Chicago-based polka groups that covers the entire four seasons of generally come in two packages, the year and features a list of musi- the four- to five-piece group or the cians with talent, pizzazz and his- seven- to ten-piece orchestra. Steve tory in the business. Fornek & the Polka Gems with Shifting musical gears every oth- DEDICATED TO THE PROMOTION AND CONTINUANCE OF POLISH AMERICAN MUSIC seven (and sometimes eight) mem- er song, the listener will be thinking bers was one of those true polka or- Peter, Paul and Mary with “If I Had chestras. a Hammer,” then find themselves at Polka World Loses Al Soyka With a classic styling, and multi- a “Polish Picnic” from the Sajewski talented vocalists, the Polka Gems book. The folksy “Ramblin’ Man” Al Soyka (Sojka) came from that created their own sound that played with the fiddle work of Ryan Jo- time when bands dressed in shirts, dances halls and polka hot-spots seph rambles you down the road to ties, and suitcoats to perform on throughout the Windy City. Now, stage. They were professional in ev- “Good Old Wyandotte,” and a bar Chet Schafer, on his Chicago Pol- full of beer. Names and the musi- ery way, especially their music. The kas label, presents “Steve Fornek Polka Hall of Famer passed away cal voices of Rich Tokarz, Johnny - Package of Polkas,” a remastered Karas, Whitey Ryniec, Mike Stapin- April 05, 2013 in Lake Worth, Fla. collection of 18 great songs by Soyka was one month away from ski, Lenny Gomulka, and Mitch Fornek and the Orchestra. Biskup join Frank “For One Night being 91 years old. There is no doubt, “Black Ra- Soyka left a legacy of songs, mu- Only” in a medley that you will ven” polka deserves the spot as sic, and professionalism on stage want to play at least twice through the lead track. A polka classic by and off. on the first listen. Fornek, it has stood the test of time Born May 6, 1922 in Rockville, Frank tilts the wheel a bit with in the polka music world. Adding Conn., Soyka started on accordion personal commentary on “Kiss My in a trio with his brother Ray sing- tunes like “Old Timer’s” oberek, “Wedding Day” polka, “My Moth- Dupa,” but quickly has you wish- ing and his cousin Ed on violin. The ing for snow with “Rudolph the BANDLEADER AL (SOJKA) SOYKA (right), and son, Richard. er” waltz, “Polka Stop” polka and band grew and was soon the nine- Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “Winter piece Al Soyka Orchestra with their others, this collection highlights lowed up that hit with the “U.S.A.” sing to her children,” said Richard not only the talent of the musicians Wonderland.” A superb version of first big hit tune, on the Dana label, oberek, for which his mother pro- Sojka, the bandleader’s son. “This but the vocals of Louise Walczak. “Silent Night” makes you check “The Jolly Caballero.” Soyka fol- vided the music and lyrics. music gives me a direct link to my Joining Steve and Louise are Ted your calendar to see if you should Recording on the RCA label and Polish ancestry, which is full of the Burzycki on accordion and concer- be decorating your tree. his own Jan and Glo labels, Soyka myths and folklore of the Polish Teaming up with Frank is John continued his musical success with culture that existed at the turn of the tina, George Burzycki on drums, Bob Sven on trumpet, Rich Janik Zelasko on accordion and concer- songs like “Trip to Poland,” the century.” tina, Dave Kurdziel on bass, Rob “Hello Dolly” album, his “The 51 “If you close your eyes and lis- on bass and clarinet and the one and Piatkowski on trumpet, Robin Pegg Polka Favorites” album with Ray ten carefully, you can feel this in my only Steve Jankowski on piano. behind the drums, Randy Koslosky Soyka on the vocals and more. In dad’s music and in your heart.” Get this one today and appreciate 1979 Soyka was inducted into the Condolences may be sent to: classic Chicago polka history. on piano, Ryan Joseph on fiddle and IPA Polka Hall of Fame. Richard, Carol, and Nancy Sojka, v v v strings and Rich Schwarz on guitar. “Most of my dad’s polka songs 4037 Phelan Road, Suite A, Unit It’s titled “Sax ... is Good For As the liner notes state, “No, not were recorded and arranged based 138, Phelan, CA 92371 or via e- You” and Frank Borzymowski your father’s polka, today’s polka. on folk songs and lyrics that my mail: [email protected]. croons, swoons and even moons on Hey, your father would like this, grandmother, Babcie Sojka, used to his new 16-track eclectic collection too.”

IPA Celebrates 45 Years POLKA MEMORIES / Steve Litwin CHICAGO — The 45th Annual and the price of a ticket is $35.00. when accompanied by an adult. For I.P.A. Festival and Convention will Please contact Linda Niewierows- hotel reservations, call (216) 986- If you have a special Polka Memory photograph to publish in the take place at the Embassy Suites, ki (773) 489-3987 or email her at 9900, price is $99 plus tax per night Polish American Journal, email : [email protected]. Cleveland-Rockside, 5800 Rock- [email protected]. and you must mention you are com- side Woods Blvd., Independence, On Saturday, from 4:00 p.m. ing for the I.P.A. Polka Festival. Ohio, Thursday, August 1 to Sun- – 1:00 a.m., music will be by The Reservations must be made no Marion Lush — 20 Years Later day, August 4, 2013. Boys; Polka Country Musicians; later than July 15, 2013. This is an Opening night, August 1, it will and the IPA Tribute Band with Spe- all-suites hotel. All suites have a be The Mel Sinchak Band from cial Guest I.P.A. Hall of Famers. private bedroom and separate liv- 7:00-10:30 p.m. On Friday, from On Sunday, the Polka Mass be- ing rooms, a wet-bar, microwave, 5:00 p.m—1 a.m., music will be gins at 9:00 a.m. and the Annual by “The Divas,” featuring Ania Pi- Election of Officers and Convention refrigerator, coffeemaker and two wowarczyk, Gennie Okrzesik, and Meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. for flat screen TVs, Complimentary Mary Lou Czerniak; The Knewz; current members only. cooked-to-order breakfast each Polka Family; and Freeze Dried . Admission prices are $10.00 on morning, Complimentary man- On Saturday, the 44th Annual I.P.A. Thursday, and $15.00 on Friday and ager’s reception with light snacks Polka Music Hall of Fame and Saturday, payable at the door. No and beverages each evening, indoor Music Awards Banquet begins at advance tickets will be sold. Chil- pool, whirlpool, fitness center and 10:00 am. Reservations are required dren under 16 will be admitted free seasonal outside sundeck.

Polka Insider / Steve Litwin Polkaitis and Other Maladies Joe Oberaitis apparently had the pol Days when some gathered un- twenty-four hours a day. first documented case on his album der tents, and sometimes danced on Others, in Erie, Pennsylvania, back in 2004 and many of us have a floor surface that was puffy white have shown symptoms of EPD it today without even knowing. with ivory snow detergent. (Erie Polka Days) and mysterious- If you play polkas in the morn- Of course, you might also suffer ly find themselves singing in front With the death of Marion Lush on May 4, 1993 the polka world ing, while getting ready for your from Polka Motion too. This occurs of the El Patio Motel between the lost its “Golden Voice,” leaving a void in polka music that has never been day, you might have Polkaitis. If when you have the need to dance hours of 1:00 to 6:00 a.m. filled. From those fabulous Polish waltzes, to his Polish vocals on so many you can’t get into your car with- near the ocean, your body staying Those attending Pulaski Polka great polkas, Lush had a simple formula, give the fans good, solid, music. out bringing a handful of polka in constant motion and your empty Days were overcome with a rare He knew music and once said, “I can read it, I can write it, I can arrange CDs with you, you probably suf- glass suddenly refilled. affliction which had them sing- it.” Taking accordion lessons for 12 years—but self-taught on the trum- fer from Polkaitis. When you go to Polkabration is yet another ail- ing “Puka Jasiu” and looking for pet—he was dedicated to his profession, his fans and his music. Lush a jukebox and polkas are the first ment that is not as prominent today a General to salute. This is a side- composed almost 100 tunes and his trumpet riffs are still used today by selections you search for, you have but, at one time, would often last effect of Polkaitis. bands that are not even aware Lush was the originator. Polkaitis. for eleven days, causing a salty Before everyone starts to panic, Many knew Lush as a musician and friend. His legacy lives on and For years, during September, coating to cover your body and a cure for these ailments exists. memories of Marion remain strong with those who had the pleasure to there was a yearly two-day occur- giving you that urge to dance on Search the Polish American Jour- call him a friend. rence of Polkaitis in the Thousand concrete, boardwalk planks and nal Polka Magazine section for a Islands region of New York State sand. dance, festival, or polka event near causing people to dance on river In recent times many have been your location and attend, bring- Visit our On-line Bookstore at www.polamjournal.com. boats and sometimes try to dance overcome with a new form of Pol- ing friends and family. The Polka Subscriptions, candy and molds, cards, music and more! on water. kaitis called Jammeritis, where Insider also suggests immediately Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover accepted. Secure Server. Short bursts of Polkaitis have they have an excessive need to lis- listening to two polkas — and You can also renew your subscription on-line! cropped up at past events like Am- ten to polka music via the internet don’t call me in the morning. 12 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013

NOTES / Barbara Pinkowski Dyngus Day Gets Bigger and Better

VAL BAKOWSKI, promoter of the Dyngus Day Party at The A LARGER-THAN-LIFE butter lamb was on display at the THE SOUNDS. Joe Dipiatic and Jim Weber, leader of The Millenium, is flanked by local television hosts Kristy Mazurek Dyngus Day Party at the Millenium. Sounds. (with fan Mia Slowinski on her arm), and Lydia Dominiak.

JOHN GORA clowns with accordionist Al Piatkowski on POLKA IJ Andy Kuczmarski was broadcasting live from ERIC BAKOWSKI’S Tru Heritage at The Millenium polka pool Easter Sunday at the Millenium Hotel. the lobby of The Millenium. party.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — It seems like reunion so this was a real treat. Jim- chance to sing a couple songs with on March 24. Grandparents Joyce Walden Ave., Cheektowaga. Doors the Lenten season passes so quickly my Weber, Joe Dipiatic, Rich Ze- the band. I thought this may have Czarnecki, Roger Czarnecki, Sha- open at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments, and soon Easter Sunday is here. I browski, Ralph Sabitini, Dave Mor- been the last dance at Potts Hall on ron and Marty Koslosky are elated music and a short meeting. Every- hope everyone enjoyed the holy and ris and Frankie Liszka brought it all South Ogden St. but it was not. that little Charlotte now has a broth- one welcome to attend. Call Bill at happy side of the Easter season. back together again. Frankie was On March 17, Danny Potts held er … Also, belated congratulations (716) 759-8194. My annual visit to the Broadway filling in for Vinnie Bozzarelli who a Final Farewell dance with free to grandparents Barb and Hank May 25-26. Adirondack Polka Market was wonderful. Yes, it is has had some health issues. Another admission and a St. Patrick’s Day Krzykowski. Their daughter, Kara, Festival. Tony Blazonczyk & New very crowded but it is worth the vis- stellar band was the IPA Tribute special price for a delicious corned had twin boys, Kyle and Blake, last Phaze, Eddie Forman, New Direc- it, seeing so many people shopping Band who put on an excellent per- beef, ham and cabbage dinner. Fan- August. tion, Polka Family. Call Dave at from our local vendors. The aroma formance. The IPA Tribute Band is tastic music was provided by Tru (919) 252-9142. of the chocolates, the baked goods, a group of talented musicians who Heritage, The Buffalo Touch, and HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY. I’d like the sausages, hams, horseradish and want to increase the awareness of The New Direction band. This to wish a Happy Mother’s Day May 24-26. U.S.P.A. Polka Fes- flowers filled the building. All the the International Polka Association dance was a last-minute decision to each and every mother. Where tival and Convention at the Holiday displays of a variety of food look by performing songs that pay tribute and turned out perfectly. Great mu- would the family be without you. Inn in Strongsville, Ohio. The Boys, so delicious and welcoming. Dan to the IPA Hall of Fame Inductees sic, full hall, many happy polka peo- Enjoy your special day in the way Polka Family, Matt Rosinski’s All Potts took over the restaurant from and Award winners. It was nice to ple and excellent food and refresh- that makes you happiest. Star Band, The Beat-Reunion, The Perison’s in the market and business see Helen and Norb Wojciechows- ments. I will miss this hall; always Knewz, Maestro’s Men, Nutones, was booming. Not only there, but at ki visiting from Florida, and also felt comfortable there and had many UPCOMING EVENTS Polka Country Musicians, New all the stands. Different bands and Jean and Ed Szela from Massachu- good times there. We anxiously May 7. Polka Boosters Meeting. Brass Express, John Gora Band, types of music including our polka setts who were among the many out await to see what the new place will Polish Falcons Hall, 445 Columbia The Best of Eddie Biegaj with the bands provided some happy sounds of town folks. It was one heck of a be like. Ave., Depew, N.Y. Doors open at Piatkowski Bros. (330) 410-5568. to the shoppers. This is a big at- party day all over. The annual St. Patrick’s, St. Jo- 7:00 p.m. Refreshments, music and June 1. Opening of the Lamm traction at holiday time. It is hoped seph’s and Dyngus Day Party held a short meeting. New members also Grove, 962 Wehrle Dr., Williams- that more support would be given IN SYMPATHY. Our condolences at the Irish Center, March 24 had welcome to attend. For more infor- ville, N.Y. Music by Polka Country throughout the year. Prior years, the go out to Mike Kurdziel and family such a super variety of music. Joyce mation call Chris at (716) 892-7977. Musicians, and Special Delivery, Market Bar across the street had en- on the passing of his wife, Jan Seel Czarnecki said there was a nice May 14. The Buffalo Touch play Buffalo’s newest polka band. 3:00 tertainment and a good crowd, but Kurdziel, March 4. Mike has played turnout for this unique event and at the River Grill in Tonawanda, p.m.-7:00 p.m. Doors open at 2:00 this year I noticed it has closed. drums with many bands throughout everyone enjoyed the three different N.Y. at 7:00 p.m. p.m. $10 advance; $13 at-the-door. As usual, our area offered many the years, and is currently a member bands, food and dancing. Food will be available. Call Bob venues and much entertainment to of PhoCus. May she rest in peace. May 22. The Polka Variety Club (716) 837-3582 or Sandy at 837- enjoy Dyngus Day. 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THE OLD COUNTRY / Richard Poremski OBITUARIES Hilary Koprowski, Developed Oral Polio Vaccination PHILADELPHIA — Dr. Hil- laborated with his father, was the ary Koprowski, the Polish-born first to get the more effective oral researcher who developed the first version, which didn’t require boost- successful oral vaccination for po- ers, licensed for use in the United lio, died this week at his Philadel- States. phia home. He was 96. Koprowski went on to be the Although not as well-known as director of The Wistar Institute in fellow researchers Jonas Salk and Philadelphia from 1957 to 1991. Albert Sabin, Koprowski’s 1950 Under his leadership, the indepen- clinical trial was the first to show dent research institution devel- it was possible to vaccinate against oped a rubella vaccine that helped polio, the crippling and sometimes eradicate the disease in much of the fatal disease that’s now all but eradi- world, Wistar officials said. It was cated. during that time the institute also Koprowski’s son, Christopher, developed a more effective rabies said Saturday his father liked the home he’d lived in since 1957. vaccine. scientific recognition his work re- Hilary Koprowski self-admin- A talented musician, Koprowski ceived without the celebrity of Salk istered the live-virus oral vaccine was a penniless immigrant in Rio and Sabin. “He enjoyed not having he developed before the 1950 trial de Janeiro making money teaching his scientific work disrupted,” said — about two years before Salk’s in- piano before hooking up with a lab Riding High Above It All. Lancut, Poland. May 20, 1976 Christopher Koprowski. “Not that jectable version using a dead form there and eventually moving to the he was a modest individual, mind of the virus began testing with the United States, his son said. “He was CIEKAWOSTKI / Martin S. Nowak you.” backing of the National Founda- a great dad. He was colorful, char- Christopher Koprowski said his tion for Infantile Paralysis, now the ismatic,” Christopher Koprowski father had been sick for several March of Dimes. Sabin, who Ko- said. “He’s still the most brilliant The Polish School months before dying in the same prowski’s son said sometimes col- person I’ve ever met.” of Medicine in Scotland Teresa “Teri” Buckner, Photographer Par Excellence This is the story of a little known burgh to establish a Polish School of Teresa “Teri” Buckner died of After nurturing her three chil- Polish Clubs, and the Polish Ameri- piece of World War II history. Medicine at the college. Dr. Jurasz cancer on March 1, 2013 at the dren, Barbara, James, and Rob- can Congress-Illinois Division. She After the invasion of Poland by was chosen as its dean. This was a age of 66. She was born in Babiak, ert, Teri went back to work and even managed time to be the photo Germany and the USSR in Septem- unique arrangement in the world: a Poland and, at seventeen, she and used her Polish-language skills by editor of the Polish News. ber 1939 and its capitulation, some university allowing a foreign school her mother emigrated to the Unit- teaching English-as-a-second lan- Whenever there was an event 85,000 Polish fighters managed to to operate under its auspices in its ed States and settled in Chicago’s guage within the Polish-speaking within Chicago Polonia, Teri would escape to France. With the German own language with the ability to Humboldt Park area. community. She became an active be there, taking photos. She could invasion of France in late spring grant its own degrees. As a young woman, working member of numerous organizations be seen at the Polish Constitution 1940, the Poles fought attached to At first only military students for Motorola, she met a fellow em- including the Polish Women’s Civic Day Parade, The Polish Museum the French forces. With the fall of were allowed, but soon Polish civil- ployee, Jim Buckner, whom she Club, the Polish American Police of America, and the LYPW’s White France, 20,000 Polish soldiers and ians were admitted. Dr. Jurasz saw later married. Jim left Motorola to Association, the Legion of Young and Red Ball, documenting a pic- airmen fled to Britain. the need also for a Polish hospital in become a Chicago police officer and Polish Women (LYPW), the Polish torial history. Teri was everywhere Among the remnants of the Pol- the area and to raise money he vis- Teri became a “stay at home” moth- American Chamber of Commerce, taking those fabulous photos. ish armed forces were several men ited the United States in 1942. He er. They moved to Chicago’s West and the Chicago Council of Global Buckner is survived by three who had been medical professionals appealed for funds to preserve Po- Lawn neighborhood near Midway Affairs. She held the position of children, and two grandchildren. in civilian life. Among them was Dr. land’s scientific and academic life. Airport. first vice president of the Alliance of — Geraldine Balut Coleman Antoni Tomasz Aleksander Jurasz. Due to a large grant from the U.S. Jurasz was born in Heidelberg, Ger- based Paderewski Fund, the facil- many in 1882, the son of a Polish ity was founded as the Paderewski Robert Pacholski, Coach, Columnist doctor and an Englishwoman. The Hospital. Robert Pacholski of Buffalo, nal Dougherty’s sports information Fame in 1999. elder Jurasz had settled in Germa- When the war ended in 1945, whose 29-year career at St. Fran- director before joining the faculty Pacholski founded and coordi- ny to further his career, a common it was agreed that the school and cis High School included coaching of St. Francis High School in Athol nated the Broadway-Fillmore Tur- move for Polish professionals at the hospital would gradually cease op- several athletic teams to champion- Springs in 1979. key Day road race in the 1970s and time of the partitions. Following his erations. In 1949, the school closed ships, died unexpectedly in Mercy At St. Francis, Pacholski served the Evening Optimist Club High father, young Antoni took an inter- after graduating 228 students. Dr. Hospital. He was 69. as director of sports information, School Invitational Cross-Country est in medicine and developed a Jurasz wanted to transfer the hos- A lifelong resident of Buffalo, director of development, assistant Meet in the 1980s. He also worked deep respect for all things Polish. pital’s equipment to Poland, but the Pacholski was a graduate of St. principal and vice president for in- on the Big E Relays and Jesse Ow- Upon receiving his medical de- communist government would not Joseph’s Collegiate Institute and stitutional advancement. For the ens Meet committees for several gree from the University of Heidel- cooperate with him. Only twenty earned a bachelor’s degree and law five years preceding his retirement years. berg in 1906, he served in various graduates returned to Poland, most degree from the University at Buf- in 2008, he was director of commu- Sports editor for 15 years at the capacities throughout Germany, but stayed in Britain and the rest immi- falo. He also did graduate studies in nications. Am-Pol Eagle, he also was a report- in 1920 he accepted a challenge grated to the U.S. and other coun- political philosophy and educational In 2008, the school awarded er for the Courier-Express. from Poznań University in newly tries. administration. him the Father Justin Figas Distin- Active in the Polish Union of independent Poland to develop a Dr. Jurasz himself came to the A teacher of physics and busi- guished Communicator Award. He America as president of the Father surgical clinic there. That he did, U.S. in the late 1940s and became ness law, among other subjects, . also had received the Father Justin Justin Society in the 1970s, Mr. Pa- and became an accomplished multi- an American citizen. He was sur- Pacholski began his teaching and Figas Memorial Award for his work cholski was instrumental in gaining lingual teacher and administrator, reptitiously attacked by the Polish coaching career at Cardinal Dough- at the school in the late 1980s and recognition of the Father Justin Ro- received international acclaim and communists, who planted defama- erty High School in Buffalo in was inducted into the Father Ru- sary Hour through a historical mark- became known for the Jurasz Proce- tory stories against him, which 1967, after working for the staff of finus Niedzwiecki Sports Hall of er at Corpus Christi Church. dure, a treatment of pancreatic cysts. some of his former supporters chose the Buffalo Common Council. He He was one of the first surgeons in to believe. This left him disappoint- coached cross-country and indoor Poland to use endoscopy, spinal an- ed and downhearted. The medical and outdoor track and field. He led “A tradition of local & long distance service continues!” esthesia and blood transfusions. equipment he wanted taken to Po- the school’s cross-county team to Jurasz was drafted into the Pol- land became outdated and unusable. its first Monsignor Martin Catholic ish army as a surgeon just days be- He was a practicing surgeon in New High School Athletic Association fore the outbreak of World War II on York and he died in that city on Sep- championship in 1979. Stobierski Lucas September 1, 1939 and saved many tember 19, 1961. Pacholski also served as Cardi- lives during the German invasion. Several reunions of members of Gardenview He managed to escape to France the Polish School of Medicine were Jurek-Park Slope where he joined his fellow military held following its dissolution and Funeral Home, Ltd. men who had also made their way today a University of Edinburgh Funeral Home, Inc. Rita A. 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GENEALOGY / Stephen M. Szabados POLONIA ON FILM / Joseph W. Zurawski Where were Your Ancestors Born? Bataan (1943) To extend your family history in your “old papers.” Towns men- cestors if they were born in Poland. War research to Polish records you will tioned in your family oral history The place names on documents for Distributor: Metro-Goldwyn- need to determine where your an- are also very good clues but may these relatives should point to the Mayer cestors were born. Town names are only give the names of large towns same area as your ancestors. After Director: Tay Ganett important to know where to search and districts or may contain phonet- you have exhausted your search Screenplay Writer: Robert Hardy for your family. To do this, you will ic spellings that are diffi cult to fi nd through the documents, you will Andrews need to compile a list of possible on maps. Marriage applications, fi nd that one of the names may be Featuring: Robert Taylor, towns from these sources: church marriage records, passenger the name of the county (powiat), an- Barry Nelson (as Francis Xavier • Documents and letters (such as manifests and naturalization papers other one the township (gmina), an- Matowski) Birth documents) from the old have proven to be the best source of other town will be where the parish As World War II rages in the Pa- country town clues. Military records, em- church is located and other towns cifi c, American and Filipino forces • Family oral history – interview ployment records, death certifi cates on your list may be surrounding vil- and civilians are being driven out of older relatives and obituaries occasionally give lages. All are needed to locate your Manila by the Japanese. A unit of the • Marriage records – civil and place names but cannot be relied ancestors. You will know where you U.S. infantry is assigned to destroy church records upon as the main source of names. are going when you see the cluster a bridge along the Bataan peninsula, • Naturalization petitions - 1906 Do not stop the search when you of the names on a map. which spans a mountainous jungle and after fi nd one name. Collect as many Next month I will cover using ravine. Eleven volunteers with vast- • Passenger manifests names as possible. Save all of the gazetteers and your town lists to ly divergent backgrounds make up • Military Records names that you fi nd even if you fi nd the birthplaces on a map. the unit. “They’re a mixed group,” • Employment records believe the spelling is not correct. v v v remarks the commanding offi cer, which is perhaps three hundred feet • Death certifi cates Most countries have multiple loca- Stephen M. Szabados, the author “All experts in their own line.” tall and several hundred feet long. • Obituaries tions for towns with the same name of Finding Grandma’s European The commanding offi cer ex- Back at the camp Matowski re- Polish birth records found in the so you will need to have more than Ancestors, and Find Your Family plains they are to destroy the bridge sponds to the commanding offi cer’s “shoe boxes” or desk drawers are one place name to point the way. History, is a respected genealogist, as often as the Japanese rebuild it, request: “Which one of you guys treasures and will always give your Also, you should research the docu- and a regular contributor to the Pol- so the U.S. forces in the Pacifi c claims to be good at climbing trees?” destination immediately. However, ments of children, brothers, sisters, ish American Journal. will have time to mount an assault. with a prompt “Which tree?” He is Polish birth records are rarely found aunts, uncles and friends of your an- The bridge is dynamited by the unit told to climb the one “as high as you within a day. It is also rammed by can see.” Shoes off, Matowski runs Genealogical Societies in SURNAME CORNER an American pilot in his airplane, up the fi rst few feet of the tree as his Poland Topic of Meeting which was fi lled with explosives. friend Epps approves with a broad Snipers, bombings and other mili- smile. He quickly shimmies to the CHICAGO — Guest speak- Piech has been doing genea- Bakers, Blacksmiths, tary action kill off the members of palms atop the tree. He salutes. He er, Cynthia Piech, will address logical research for 14 years the unit until the sergeant in com- is shot by a sniper. The sad expres- the popularity of Genealogy in both in the United States and and Cooks mand is left alone. He digs his own sion on the face of Epps refl ects the Poland, at the Polish Genealog- Poland: managing to trace her by Robert Strybel grave and awaits the Japanese to fi n- developing respect and friendship ical Society of America’s next family back to the late 1700s. Many Polish last names originated ish him off. each had for the other. meeting, Sun., May 19, at 2:00 She has written articles on ge- many centuries ago to describe people on Among the volunteers is good- Matowski’s appetite was noted. p.m. nealogy and travel in Poland the basis of their occupation. In addition to natured, always-pleasant Private “Matowski? He’s always hungry.” There is an increasing num- for the the PGSA’s Rodziny. the basic form (given fi rst), numerous de- Francis Xavier Matowski, an engi- However, when Matowski joins in ber of genealogical societies She is a member of the PGSA, rivatives emerged to indicate the person’s neer, from Pittsburgh, and anxious saying that his “Mom makes lima in various regions. Guests will the National Genealogical So- son or helper. Here are some of the more to get back home. During the evacu- bean soup with vinegar every Mon- look at the websites of several ciety, the Association of Pro- common: ation of Manila, Matowski and two day” we’re left to wonder how that of these societies to see what fessional Genealogists, and the other soldiers hide under a truck dish originated. I did not fi nd any they offer the Polish-American Genealogical Speakers Guild. • BAKER. Piekarz, Piekarczyk, while the Japanese are bombing. such soup in any Polish cookbook. genealogist. Piech will demon- The meeting will be at the Piekarek, Piekarzewski, Piekarski After the Japanese leave, Matows- v v v strate how to easily translate Polish Museum of America • SMITH.: Kowal, Kowalski, ki crawls out from his shelter and Joseph W. Zurawski is author the web pages that are in Pol- Social Hall, 984 N. Milwaukee Kowlaczyk, Kowalik, Kowalewicz lights a cigarette. One of the other of Poland: The Captive Satellite: A ish. Ave. • CARPENTER. Cieśla, Cieślak, soldiers points to the truck and the Study in National Psychology; Pol- Cieślarek, Cieślarczyk, Ciesielski; explosives clearly in view. With a ish American History and Culture: PGSA’s 35th Anniversary Conference • CABINETMAKER. Stolarz, chuckle, Matowski says, “We could A Classifi ed Bibliography; Polish Stolarczyk, Stolarczak, Stolarek, have knocked those planes clear out CHICAGO — The PGSA’s cords. Chicago: Our History, Our Recipes; Stolarski of the sky.” 35th Anniversary Conference, Ceil Jensen will offer tech- six regional histories (Niles, Illinois, • CARTWRIGHT. Stelmach, Wesley Epps, a black American “Growing Your Research Re- niques for those more ad- Door County, Sister Bay, Kewanee Stelmachowski, Stalemaszyk, demolition expert, and Matowski re- sources,” will be held Sept. 13- vanced and provide a hands-on County, Liberty Grove, Saukville) Stelmasiak, Stelmachowicz port, “Me and Matowski made a spe- 14, 2013. lab exploring both the Family- and Sturgeon Bay Shipbuilding. • COOK. Kucharz, Kucharczyk, cial collection.” Matowski adds that Among the highlights: Search and Ancestry websites. He has also developed educational Kucharczak, Kucharzewski, it was not all authorized. As soon as Tomasz Nitsch from Poland Updated information can be materials for several publishers on Kucharski, Kuchciak the unit is settled in, Matowski and will address Polish Archives found at pgsa.org. the Polish American experience and • FISHER. Rybak, Rybacki, Epps are busy on the bridge setting and Genealogical Societies. The Hilton Lisle/Naper- taught Polish American history and Rybakiewicz, Rybarczyk, the explosives. As the unit is ready Thomas MacEntee will pro- ville, Ill. is now accepting hotel culture at Wright College and Tri- Rybakowicz. to leave the bridge, Matowski warns ton College. His article “Out of Fo- vide new and exciting ways to reservations. the other men about smoking. Back access data online. The rate of $95 will end Au- cus: The Polish American Image in For a custom-researched analysis of at their camp, Matowski checks all Ola Heska will discuss the gust 31. Call (630) 505-0900. 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NEW BOOKS / Geraldine Balut Coleman BOOK REVIEW / John Grondelski English-Speaking A Concise Account of Poles in World War II THE EAGLE UNBOWED: as is shown by the duplicity of his Witnesses To Katyń POLAND AND THE POLES IN treatment of the Polish-American ENGLISH-SPEAKING THE SECOND WORLD WAR Congress. Roosevelt confined his WITNESSES TO KATYN by Halik Kochański statements to generalizations, but his duplicity comes, not from what by Krystyna Piórkowska Cambridge, Mass: Harvard he said, but from the fact that the Warsaw, Poland: Muzeum Woljska University Press, 2012. Pp. 734, meeting was conducted in front of Polskiego, 2012. HB, $35.00 a map showing Poland with her pre- Pp. 149 (English), To order: www.hup.harvard.edu or war frontiers” (pp. 457, 458). Her Pp. 149 (Polish). 1-800-405-1619 (M-F, 9-5) critical assessment of prewar Polish This book is not for your normal 2014 will mark the 75th anniver- foreign policy and internal politics bedtime reading. It is, however, a sary of the World War that started in is fair and balanced, although likely well-documented bi-lingual pub- and began over Poland. With Halik to gore the oxen of some parts of the lication which presents new and Kochański’s “Eagle Unbowed,” we Polonian emigracja polityczna that previously unknown historical ma- have an authoritative, magisterial anachronistically perpetuated the terial on the Katyń Massacre. Much and up-to-date history of those years Dmowski-Piłsudski conflict in exile literature has been written about from the perspective of Polish expe- in America. Katyń in the form of articles, the- rience. Buy this book! ses, and books, but none contained I say “Polish experience” rather Most Americans, apart from the newly-discovered documents than “Poland’s experience” because, knowing that World War II began obtained by Krystyna Piórkowska as this book documents, the Poles’ when Germany invaded Poland, that relate to heretofore unknown war experiences occurred practi- Yad Vashem requires the testimony know practically nothing about the reports, as well as the fact that U.S. cally everywhere: in Poland, on the of Jews who were saved. Since any campaign of January 1944, and the War as Poles experienced it. (In- Army witnesses sent coded mes- Western front, in the Soviet gulag, capture of hidden Jews by the Ger- willing and active participation of deed, a considerable number prob- sages. Additionally, the author was in the Middle East, and in displaced mans resulted in the immediate ex- Harrison Salisbury, editor of the ably even think that the War started able to preview material released by person camps and orphanages as ecution of the Jews and their Polish New York Times, in that project. when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor). the U.S. National Archives prior to far-flung as Germany, India, today’s protectors, there was no chance for All this research placed They know little, if anything, about public release in September 2012. It Zimbabwe, and Mexico. While I a later Jewish survivor to bear wit- Piórkowska in the enviable posi- Soviet treachery (especially since was there that she located confirma- originally wrote “those six years,” ness. Furthermore, Yad Vashem also tion of searching for material that the paradigm of “Big Three” Allied tion that these messages did, in fact, I changed it to “those years” for requires that the Gentiles received she expected existed, and thereby unity remains regnant in American deal with Katyń. two reasons: (1) Kochański’s book no financial reward for hiding Jews, she was able to locate. The newly- historical interpretation) or West- She brings into view the fact that runs through 1947, the final con- so this means that many people who declassified documents show that ern Allied duplicity (who applied there were eight English-speakers solidation of Communist dictator- were too poor to keep a Jew unless these men sent secret encoded mes- a Dionne Warwick approach— who witnessed the exhumations at ship in Poland; and (2) the question he could contribute financially to his sages as early as June 1943 from a “wishin’ and hopin’ and thinkin’ and Katyń. These men were: U.S. Army remains—probably for future his- upkeep are “automatically exclud- POW camp in Szubin, Poland. It is prayin’/plannin’ and dreamin’”—to Lt. Colonel John H. Van Vliet, Jr., torians—as to when the war really ed” (pp. 317-18, emphasis original). important to note that the Roosevelt the post-war future of the ally over Captain Donald B. Stewart, Captain did end for Poland. As Kochański On the neuralgic question of Jed- Administration was, in fact, getting which they began the War). On the Stanley S. B. Gilder, Lt. Colonel also notes (p. 579), when General wabne, she maintains a historian’s information on the Soviet guilt, but threshold of the 75th anniversary of Frank P. Stevenson, along with one Anders first published his post-war measured analysis, observing on the sequestered this information for the the War, this book deserves wide- civilian, Frank Stroobant, whose memoirs, he entitled them Bez os- one hand that Gross’s book “Neigh- sake of its alliance with Stalin. In spread readership: among Polish identity Ms. Piórkowska confirmed, tatniego rodziału [Without the Last bors” represents “a milestone in the the early years after the war, some Americans, to give them a contem- and three British enlisted men. Chapter] because the Polish com- discussion of this terrible subject” American officials expressed their porary and historically-sound schol- In May 1943, these eight prison- mander knew that, even in 1949, the (p. 588) while, on the other, noting outrage that this was concealed by arly account of their ancestral coun- ers-of-war (POWs) were taken to war that began over Poland really that the killings were “not a spon- the U.S. government. In 1952, a fi- try’s travails, and among Americans the Katyń Forest by their German was not yet over. As I have argued, taneous pogrom but a massacre nal report was released by the Mad- in general, whose mainstream his- captors to witness the mass graves one could say that, in fact, it didn’t deliberately encouraged by the Ger- den Committee. There was no doubt torical understanding of World War of thousands of bodies of uniformed really end until 1989—the fiftieth mans and one in which many of the of the Soviets’ guilt. “The White II still (willfully?) cultivates certain Polish officers. In seeing the heav- anniversary of the start of World perpetrators were not, as has been House maintained its silence on rather enormous blind spots. This ily decayed corpses wearing almost War II—when Poland’s postwar alleged, neighbors ... but had come Katyń for decades, showing an un- book belongs in Polonian homes unworn boots, led them to believe puppet regime was finally ousted from nearby villages to take part” willingness to focus on an issue that and in your favorite high school, that this massacre took place much and something of a democratic gov- (p. 292). would have added political tensions college, and local libraries. Given earlier in the war at a time, when So- ernment returned to Warsaw for with the Soviets during the Cold its size and sophistication, the work viets had control of this area. There the first time in a half century. Ar- Indeed, throughout this book, one War.” is in fact a bargain. Kudos to such was other evidence indicating that guably, the 75th anniversary of the is repeatedly struck by Kochański’s a prestigious press as Harvard for this was a Soviet orchestrated mas- War that we observe in 2014 will be approach of reporting the facts publishing it. sacre. Both of the U.S. witnesses to Unwilling to add to the political a milestone for two reasons: (1) it along with her considered historical the Katyń Massacre wrote reports, tensions of the Cold War, the will be the first milestone anniver- interpretation and letting the chips Editor’s Note: If you are inter- testified to the Madden Committee, sary where the War really was over fall where they may. Her accounts White House maintained its ested in this book, please call the and then continued to testify in ar- for Poland and (2) it will also be the of Polish-British relations, for ex- silence on Katyń for decades. PAJ Bookstore at 1 (800) 422-1275. ticles, speeches, and recordings. Yet first time that only a handful of eye- ample, are best summarized by how The Bookstore will stock it if there is these efforts were not noticed by the witnesses—who themselves were she titled chapter 14: “Poland: The This book guides the reader enough demand for it, and the first Polish government, neither in Lon- only children during the War—still Inconvenient Ally.” Nor does the through the author’s discoveries and twelve orders will be able to reserve don nor in free Poland. remain alive. American President come off better. research. Piórkowska illuminates the book for $30.00 plus s&h. What the author has done is to Kochański, who has taught at “Roosevelt ... was not to be trusted, the importance of the visit of the precisely chronicle the selection University College and King’s Col- English-speaking POWS to Katyń process prior to and the sequence of lege London, has written a compre- and the restricted arena in which the Katyń visit and the post-war ef- hensive (almost 750 pages) yet em- STERLING SILVER JEWELRY the Germans announced this So- forts of each witness to document the inently-readable study of the Polish viet crime. She has numerous docu- A events. Even more significantly, she experience of World War II. While ments, which, to this point, have not B E located a heretofore unknown report books of that length can sometimes D been used in previous research. The C written by Colonel Stevenson, and become tendentious by their down- book contains rare photos relating to the fact that the Madden Committee in-the-weeds detail, Kochański’s Katyń as well as pre-war images of wanted all of three – Gilder, Steven- scholarship keeps the story flow- each of the five witnesses. Although son, and Stewart to testify to them ing while striking the right balance F we now wait for an in-depth report I – but the British Foreign Office im- between illustrative detail and su- G on the newly discovered material, H peded it. But this is not all that the perfluous minutia. The book would this current book is necessary for author presents. There is a detailed have been enhanced, however, by anyone trying to understand. report on the Soviet disinformation greater use of Polish sources. 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SPORTS / Tom Tarapacki Dombrowski and Zayak Elected into Chasing Coach K National Polish-American Sports Hall Bobby Hurley certainly has all pick in the 1993 draft. ORCHARD LAKE, Mich. 13. Zayak won the gold medal at a long way to go to catch up with Hurley’s rookie year was — Former New Orleans Saints the U.S. National Championships his college coach, Mike Krzyze- interrupted by a near fatal tackle/guard Jim Dombrowski in 1981 and captured another gold wski. After all, Coach K’s resume automobile accident, but and World Champion figure skater medal in 1982 winning the World includes 927 career wins, four na- with the same kind of hard Elaine Zayak have been elected Championships in Copenhagen. tional championships, and 11 Final work and discipline that into the National Polish-American Zayak was inducted into the U.S. Four appearances. However, the made him a great player, Sports Hall of Fame for 2013. Figure Skating Hall of Fame in point guard on back-to-back cham- Bobby eventually came Additionally, current Sprint Cup 2003. pionship teams at Duke is ready to back to play four seasons Champion Brad Keselowski has Keselowski won the 2012 try his hand at being a college head with Sacramento and the been chosen to receive the Hall N A S C A R coach. Vancouver Grizzlies ending of Fame’s Excellence in Sports Sprint Cup Drawing upon his experience his career in 1998. He has Award. Championship playing for Coach K at Duke, and received numerous honors, Dombrowski, a unanimous All- in November with a Naismith Basketball Hall of including induction into American and in only his Fame coach for a father, Hurley de- the National Polish Ameri- WAYNE GRETZKY and dad Walter. two-time re- third full-time cided he was ready, so after spend- can Sports Hall of Fame in cipient of the Sprint Cup ing the past three seasons working 2006. together for what was believed to Jacobs Block- season. An un- as an assistant under his brother Dan Hurley’s ties to Duke certainly be Walter’s last night on earth. Ul- ing Award, derdog to start Hurley at Wagner for two seasons played a part in his hiring. The fa- timately, Walter’s survival left him was a stand- the season, and then last year at Rhode Island, ther of UB’s Athletic Director, Dan- to deal with a long recovery which out offensive Keselowski, he accepted the head coaching posi- ny White, is Kevin White, the AD lasted about four years. The aneu- lineman at driving the Number 2 Miller Lite tion at the SUNY Buffalo. at Duke. rysm also resulted in a permanent the University Dodge for Penske Racing, won “I just think the wealth of my 20 year lapse in memory of the early of Virginia five times and had eight other basketball life has prepared me for HE’S GREAT, TOO! They may call 1970s to the 1990s. That was not his from 1982- top five finishes. He is one of two this moment,” said the 41-year-old Wayne Gretzky “The Great One,” first serious medical issue. Earlier, a 1985. He NASCAR drivers to have won a was the sixth overall pick by the championship in both the Sprint Hurley. “ Everything I did as a play- but Walter Gretzky is pretty great, manhole cover blew up in his face, Saints in the 1986 NFL Draft and Cup Series and the Nationwide er — I was blessed to have a chance too. The father of NHL legend leaving him deaf in one ear. His anchored the Saints offensive line Series. to play for some of the great coach- Wayne Gretzky has truly had a re- wife passed away in 2005. for 11 seasons from 1986-1996. The awards will be presented to es in the history of the game — has markable life. Hockey’s most famous father re- In 2008 Dombrowski was elected the recipients at the 40th Anniver- prepared me to go out on my own.” Walter is the son of ethnically covered after years of intense phys- His father was legendary high iotherapy. He went on to become into the College Football Hall of sary Induction Banquet on Thur., Polish immigrants, Anton and Mary Fame and in 2003 he was elected June 13, 2013, at the American school coach Bob Hurley Sr. (of Gretzky. Walter’s website states that one of the most sought after individ- Irish ancestry), and his mother was uals on the banquet lecture series. into the Saints Hall of Fame. Polish-Cultural Center in Troy, his parents were Polish; his father Zayak, who Michigan, with Detroit Pistons the former Christine Ledzion, a Pol- came from Grodno Governorate, Walter has also devoted much time ish American. to helping charities and fundraisers began figure play by play announcer George then Poland now Belarus; his moth- skating as Blaha serving as Master of Cer- Bobby began playing basketball and coaching youth hockey. Walter er, from Pidhaitsi (now Ukraine). physical thera- emonies. Tickets for the banquet, at an early age. Despite his lack of received Canada’s highest civilian They emigrated to Canada via Kra- py after losing which begins at 6:00 p.m., are size, he was a quick and aggres- honor, the Order of Canada, for his kow, Poland. three toes in a $100 and can be ordered by call- sive ballplayer with remarkable various work with a wide range of Walter was a good hockey play- lawn mower ing (313) 407-3300. Information ball skills and great stamina. He er, but never made it beyond juniors. charities and foundations. honed his game on basketball courts accident, won on the National Polish-American He met his wife Phyllis Hockin (of His ordeal is the basis of the both the U.S. Sports Hall of Fame is available at throughout the area, especially in British ancestry) at a wiener roast CBC movie “Waking Up Wally: the White Eagle Bingo Hall, which Junior Cham- www.polishsportshof.com. Check at the Gretzky farm when she was The Walter Gretzky Story.” He has pionship and out next month’s PAJ for more in- served as the practice court for his 15 and he was 18. They married in also written two books: On Family, father’s high school team at St. the World Ju- formation. 1960, and moved to Brantford, On- Hockey and Healing (2003), and nior Championship in 1979 at age Anthony’s in Jersey City. Founded tario. Walter’s love of hockey was Gretzky: From Backyard Rink to the in 1952 as the parish school of the passed on to his sons, most notably Stanley Cup (1985), in which he re- nearby Polish Catholic Church and Wayne. His other children — Kim, called how he helped shape his son downs. Director) Danny White. The two run by Felician nuns, St. Anthony’s Keith, Glen, and Brent — were also Wayne into one of the greatest play- A 1988 Punxsutawney Area High will form an incredible team that basketball program has achieved athletic. Brent, drafted by the Tam- ers in hockey history. School graduate, Maciejewski grad- will take Buffalo Basketball to an- national recognition through Bob pa Bay Lightning, played 13 NHL uated from Shippensburg in 1992. other level of success. Bobby Hur- Hurley Sr.’s remarkable coaching games. Keith, drafted by the Buf- COACH MAC HONORED. Ship- He is one of just three players in ley is as good of a competitor and efforts. He was the subject of The pensburg University football head the program’s history to receive All- the equal of any guard to play in the Miracle of St. Anthony, a best-sell- falo Sabres in 1985, never made it to the NHL, but has coached in the coach Mark “Mac” Maciejewski PSAC First Team honors in three history of college basketball.” ing book by Adrian Wojnarowski. was named the 2012 AFCA Divi- consecutive seasons at the same po- — Duke Head Men’s Basketball Signing with Duke, Bobby be- minors (he was Brent’s coach when both were with the UHL Asheville sion II Region 1 Coach of the Year sition, nose tackle. He was also in- Coach Mike Krzyzewski. came a two-time All-American set after leading the Red Raiders to an ducted into the university’s athletic v v v many national and school records Smoke). Kim was a track and field star. 11-2 record and the second round of hall of fame. After serving as an as- “I couldn’t be happier for Bobby. including, most assists in NCAA the NCAA playoffs. sistant coach with the Red Raiders It’s my hometown, so I’m excited history (1076), most NCAA Tour- Walter Gretzky spent his work- ing years as an employee of Bell In his second year, Maciejewski for 12 years, he became head coach for the city of Buffalo and UB. You nament assists (145), most NCAA opened the season with 10 consecu- in 2010. are getting a ‘Class A’ person and Tournament made three-pointers Canada. He retired in the early nineties at a relatively young age. tive victories, establishing Division character and a ‘Class A’ in terms of (42), most games started (139) and II’s longest active winning streak They said it basketball knowledge. I don’t want most minutes played (4802). More Shortly after Walter’s retirement and maintaining the honor for sever- “Maddon grew up in a blue- to put pressure on him, but I’m ex- importantly, Hurley led the Blue tragedy struck in the form of a brain aneurysm (ruptured blood vessel). al weeks. Shippensburg also earned collar immigrant neighborhood in pecting the basketball program to Devils to back-to-back NCAA the No. 3 seed for Super Region 1 Very few people survive this afflic- Hazleton, Pennsylvania. His grand- improve because Bobby is a great championships in 1991 and 1992 in the 2012 NCAA Football Cham- tion and the doctors had no reason father, born Maddonini in Italy, coach.” and was named Final Four MVP in pionships. to believe that Walter would be the changed the family name to Mad- — Christian Laettner, a na- 1992. He was selected by the Sac- SU hosted No. 4 seed Blooms- ramento Kings as the seventh over- exception. The family was gathered don in America so he could get more tive of the Buffalo area and a for- burg in the opening round of the plumbing work from his Polish and mer teammate of Hurley’s at Duke. postseason and defeated the Hus- Slovak neighbors. Maddon’s father, Both men are members of the Polish kies, 58-20. The win marked the Joe Sr., who died in 2002, was a American Sports Hall of Fame. first NCAA tournament victory for plumber too; his Polish mother, Al- v v v Shippensburg since 1991, when bina, whom everyone calls ‘Beanie,’ “Go to where the puck is going, Maciejewski was an All-American still waits tables in a diner in town.” not where it has been.” nose guard for the Red Raiders. — From a Men’s Journal article — A quote usually attributed to Due to medical issues, The Pierogi Palace It also was just the second time in titled “Baseball’s Scrappy Genius” Wayne Gretzky, it actually was said will be closing indefinitely. school history that a SU squad won about Tampa Bay Manager Joe by his father, Walter. However, 11 or more games in a season. Maddon, written by Pat Jordan. It Walter explained that his advice We are not accepting orders or processing The 2012 Red Raiders broke or features a photo of Maddon with his was intended for a peewee hockey any shipping orders. tied 73 school records, scoring 609 points and 83 touchdowns en route mom, the former Albina “Beanie” team, not hockey professionals As Thank you for your prayers, to 6,889 yards of total offense. Klocek. Walter explained: “It’s just simple v v v understanding, and support. SU led the nation in total offense basics, like the ABCs. You have to (529.92) and ranked second in scor- “I am incredibly happy for Bobby know the alphabet before you can Joseph C. Brozeski ing offense by averaging 46.8 points and for the Buffalo Basketball pro- write. And naturally, going to where Owner / Manager per game. The defense scored a gram. What a great marriage it will the puck is going is something that school-record six defensive touch- be for Bobby to work with (Athletic pros take for granted.” 18 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MAY 2013 Book Covers Now’s the Time To Get Ready for a Pol-Am Summer Food Fest by Robert Strybel ties” below.) take out is the main goal of a Pol- Everything a They may be called a PolAm Am food-related event. But it could Festival, Polish Heritage Day, Pol- THEMED FOOD also feature a cooking demonstra- Polish American ish Fest, Polonian Jamboree or even EVENT. This type tion (making pierogi or babka for St. Stan’s Parish Picnic. But, regard- of event focuses instance), a competition for the best Needs to Know less of the other attractions provid- on one typical dish kiełbasa, pickles, soup or whatever. ed, at all these events it is usually or type of food. 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At a Po- groups have relied heavily on vol- nic groups showcase their heritage. book which ex- rations are needed if the Polish food lonian Culinary Showcase, Polish unteer labor to shape the pierogi, event is being held in a hall with a That can also be accomplished at plains in detail Food Fair, Festival of Polish Treats fry the pączki, cook the kapusta and Fourth of July Celebrations, a State Polish folkways fully equipped kitchen as opposed or other such gathering Polish make all the other necessary prepa- to a picnic grove where booths or or County Fair or other community- and foodways, comfort foods are the main event rations. Often they run for weeks if wide events. Apart from the fund- including the tents are set up and appliances have Strybel and quite likely a fairly extensive no months, since many items freeze to be brought in. Depending on the raising potential, running a Polish traditions of menu would be provided. It would up well for future reference. That is food concession at such venues is Christmas, Easter, St John’s Eve type of food being served, such aids probably include pierogi, kiełbasa, obviously the ideal solution in fund- as electric roasters, crock pots, heat- the opportunity to expose the com- and Harvest Festivals, weddings, gołąbki, bigos, kiszka, maybe also raising terms. munity at large to the delicacies our christenings, namedays, anniversa- ing trays, microwaves and refriger- potato pancakes, naleśniki (crêpes) ating devices may be needed. Polish heritage has to offer. ries, funerals and more. and flaczki (tripe soup). Favorite OUT-SOURCING. For various Once you have held your strat- This 340-page book touches on cakes might include pączki, babka, reasons some groups have found it POLISH FOOD AT CENTER egy session, set your goals, lined up Polish history and culture and con- szarlotka and makowiec. That is not difficult to find enough volunteer STAGE. your volunteers and decided what, tains a wealth of information on Providing festival-goers to say that other attractions are not kitchen staff to meet the expected with a good selection of traditional where, when, how and why, all the Polish surnames and genealogy, included (see “Non-culinary activi- demand. In such cases the usual al- remains is to wish your group. even suggestions on what to name Polish dishes to enjoy on the spot or your household pet, how to set up a Polish restaurant in your area or POLISH CHEF / Robert Strybel conduct a successful PolAm fund- raiser. Abundant contact data are included to inform readers where they can find this or that cultural Menu for a Polish Picnic resource or make contact with Pol- Part I the leftover undersized, damaged or as above. On the side, dissolve spoon and serve at once. Or allow ish-related businesses and organi- Here are some of the familiar otherwise unused cabbage leaves. 1 mushroom bouillon cube in 2 c them to cool, and reheat by frying zations. Polish/Polonian Heritage old favorites for your next Polish Place the cabbage rolls snugly hot water. Whisk in 1 c sour cream in butter. and Lifestyles is a companion piece festival or Polonian picnic. Also in- in roaster no more than 2 layers. fork-blended with 1 heaping T flour to Strybel’s two cookbooks, Pol- cluded are a few suggestions which Drench with sauce of choice, cover and simmer several min without CHEESE & POTATO PIEROGI ish Heritage Cookery and Polish your group may not have tried do with remaining unneeded cabbage boiling. When cabbage rolls are (ruskie pierogi – z serem i karto- Holiday Cookery – both available far. leaves. Surrounding the gołąbki cooked, add any remaining pan flami). Cook 1 lb peeled potatoes through Amazon and from PolAm with extra leaves will prevent them liquid from roaster to mushroom in boiling salted water until tender, suppliers of cultural goods. POLISH COUNTRY-STYLE from scorching. sauce. Salt & pepper to taste. Ladle drain well, mash and set aside to The result of years of research, SCRAMBLED EGGS (jajecznica mushroom sauce over gołąbki. cool. To potatoes add 1/2 lb farm- MEAT & RICE STUFFED CAB- Polish/Polonian Heritage and Life- po wiejsku). If your event starts er cheese or dry cottage cheese, styles is a one-of-a-kind instruction early with Sunday Mass, a typically BAGE (gołąbki z mięsem i PIEROGI, BASIC DOUGH RECI- mashed in with potato-masher or manual for Polish-American clubs, Polish breakfast would be the ideal ryżem). Prepare filling by combin- PE (pierogi, podstawowy przepis processed to a ground-like consis- parishes, schools, organizations, follow-up. Dice 1/2 lb thick-sliced ing 1 lb raw ground meat (pork, na ciasto). Set a large pot of lightly tency in processor, 2 med. finely families and individuals with count- bacon and heat in large skillet. Add pork & beef, pork-veal-beef com- salted water on high flame and bring chopped onions sautéed in 2 T. oil less ideas on how to celebrate and 2 lbs smoked kiełbasa, sliced into bination) with 4-6 c undercooked to boil. Sift 2-1/4 to 2-1/2 c flour popularize Polish traditions and thin rounds, and two large diced on- rice, 1-3 chopped butter-fried on- until tender and lightly browned. work surface. Sprinkle with 1/2 t Mix ingredients well, season with lifestyles in a North American set- ions and cook until nicely browned. ions fried and 1 egg. Mix ingredi- salt. Deposit 1 small egg at center ting. It was written so that no Pol- salt & pepper and use to fill rounds Add 2 dozen very fresh eggs and ents well and salt & pepper to taste. and use knife to mix outlying flour ish American could honestly say: of pierogi dough. cook like sunny-side-up eggs un- Fill cabbage leaves with mixture, into egg. Gradually add about 1/2 c “My family has drifted away from til white is slightly set. Turn over roll up, arrange in roasting pan or its Polish heritage so I don’t know fairly hot water in a thin stream and KRAUT & CABBAGE PIEROGI and break up eggs with spatula and electric roaster and drench with 3 1 T salad oil and work mixture by much about it” or “I wouldn’t know (pierogi z kapustą). Prepare sau- fry until as soft or firm as you like. c tomato juice combined with 1 hand into a dough. Knead well un- where to begin.” Hopefully, this erkraut and shredded cabbage as in Serve with rye bread and unsalted c regular or spicy ketchup. Bake til dough is smooth and elastic and book will pique the interest even butter, lemon tea or white coffee covered in preheated 350° oven or kiełbasa & sauerkraut recipe (be- no longer sticks to hand. On lightly of some of those who now bluntly (café au lait). Powidła (Polish plum electric roaster 1 hr. Reduce heat to low). Make sure to squeeze out as floured board, roll out thin 1/3 of state: “Polish culture is not my cup butter), other jams and/or honey 325° and cook another hr. Electric the dough, leaving the remainder much liquid as possible from the of tea – I’m just not interested.” can be provided on the side. Babka, roasters are excellent and will keep under a warm inverted bowl so it cooked kraut & cabbage before Polish/Polonian Heritage and chałka and other coffee cakes and the gołąbki hot until needed. doesn’t dry out. With drinking- filling dough rounds and forming Lifestyles is available: egg breads are also Polish breakfast 1. As an e-book which can be read glass or biscuit-cutter cut dough- pierogi. A most filling may cause favorites. MUSHROOM & RICE STUFFED pierogi to fall apart during cooking. on a Kindle or other e-tablet or CABBAGE (gołąbki z grzybami sheet into rounds. Place a spoon- personal computer [iPad, Nook, STUFFED CABBAGE (goląbki). i ryżem). For the vegetarians in ful of filling just off center of each etc.], from Amazon.com for MEAT PIEROGI (pierogi z For each 3–4 lb head of cabbage, your crowd, wash, dry and dice dough round, cover filling with $8.99 at http://www.amazon. mięsem). Soak a crumbled-up remove core and place cored-side- 16 oz fresh Portobello mushrooms larger dough flap and pinch edges com/dp/B00APPJKEW or stale bread roll in water. Dice 1” down in pot of hot water to cover and fry in several T butter, marga- together to seal. If dough is on the 2. In PDF format which can be square pork fatback and brown and simmer to wilt leaves. Remove rine or oil with 2 med diced onions dry side, brush edges lightly with read or printed out on any per- lightly with 2 finely chopped on- outer leaves as they wilt to rack on med-low about 15 min or un- water or lightly-beaten egg white sonal computer. Just airmail and pinch together with floured ions. Grind 3/4 lb cooked (boiled or an $8.99 personal or bank (ca- or absorbent paper to drain. When til browned, stirring occasionally. cool enough to handle, have down Combine with 4-6 slightly under- fingers to ensure a good seal. Drop roast) beef together with the onions shier’s) check or money order small batches of pierogi into boil- and squeezed-out roll. Mix well along with your email address, the thick central vein of drained cooked rice, barley or buckwheat ing water so they can float freely and salt & pepper to taste. Add 2 T to the author: Robert Strybel, cabbage leaves, cutting out and groats. Add 1 raw egg and mix to discarding the thickest part above blend ingredients. Salt & pepper to without crowding. When boiling bouillon if very dry. Note: An eco- ulica Kaniowska 24, 01-529 nomical way of preparing these for Warsaw, Poland. the core. Place an oblong scoop of taste and garnish with 1 T chopped resumes, reduce heat to gentle boil a festival or other community event For more information on Pol- filling at the base end of each leaf. fresh dill and/or parsley. Fill pre- and cook 5 - 10 min., testing 1 for ish/Polonian Heritage and Life- Fold sides of leaf over filling and wilted cabbage leaves as usual, doneness. (Exact cooking time var- is to have club members donate fro- styles, please contact Teresa Pencak roll up away from filling. After the drench with 4 c vegetable stock ies depending on size of pierogi, zen cooked meats from their home Schwartz, the publisher, at: vil- gołąbki have been rolled, line the (in which 1 mushroom bouillon thickness of dough and type of freezers. 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