February / March 2012 Polish Americans Urged to Support What can you do to help our country? American Workers and Local Communities by Michael Blichasz The current recession and the President John F. Kennedy said, “Ask not loss of so many jobs have been a what your country can do for you, but wake-up call for everyone. What the what you can do for your country”. I’m recession shows us is that we are all asking “What more can we do to help our interconnected. If one sector does country, its private sector businesses, poorly, such as financial, housing, or manufacturing, other sectors the people they employ and the future of the economy do poorly, and eventually everyone feels the pinch. of America?” The answer is simple, direct 2012 is another opportunity for us to work more closely together for your purchasing power to support the a better future. Consider the following basic suggestions: products you need that are made in the U.S.A. 1. Go out of your way to look for, ask for, and buy American For several years we have heard national leaders offer grand ideas made products. We will always have imported items in American for new jobs in America, but their new ideas have been too vague stores, we simply want a more realistic balance in our stores to implement. I’m concerned with employment opportunities for between items imported and those made in America. Kindly read the Americans RIGHT NOW, so I’m promoting the restoration of every American Workers Need You commentaries in this newspaper for additional information and suggestions on how to help the cause. industry possible within America’s shores! The bottom line is that Americans want to be able to support 2. Go out of your way to support your local businesses. They are themselves and add to the success of America’s economy RIGHT employing American workers who are trying to support themselves NOW. Finding 90% of most items in stores with a foreign label and their families. is not adding to employment opportunities and America’s economy. 3. Go out of your way to support local organizations, churches, Outsourcing has bypassed large portions of America’s workforce and schools, youth groups and the arts, so that we maintain a sense of we the American people have to change this RIGHT NOW! community. It’s encouraging to learn that many American industries are 4. Go out of your way to set a positive example so that others see being restored, a movement which will grow even more as long from your example how important it is for all of us to work together as we keep moving American made products off store shelves and and support one another. demonstrating that Americans are behind the Buy American Made 5. Go out of your way to speak to community leaders and Campaign and are supporting businesses featuring American business and political representatives. Let them know about your made products. concerns and the need to restore employment opportunities and The words of J.F.K. are very meaningful at this time of major stable communities. change in America. Government is there to assist with minimum For more suggestions on supporting American Workers, visit: wage levels and safety concerns, but government is not there to AmericanWorkersNeedYou.com and AmericanWorkersRadio.com. create jobs because job creation was always done best by small, medium and large private sector businesses competing with one When You're in Philadelphia's another. I ask that you spread the word about the Buy American Historic District Visit The Made Campaign and consider “What more can we do to help our Polish American Cultural Center country, its private sector businesses, the people they employ Museum Exhibit Hall and the future of America?” 308 Walnut Street Visit: AmericanWorkersRadio.com for more information about our efforts to promote jobs in America. Thanks for Featuring Polish History and Culture spreading the word about AmericanWorkersRadio.com and Open 10 AM to 4 PM AmericanWorkersNeedYou.com. Our goal is to help one-another FREE ADMISSION so America is back on the road to recovery and with your participation America’s recovery is moving forward. January through April Monday to Friday May through December Listen to Re-Broadcasts Polish American Monday to Saturday of the Daily and Weekend Cultural Center Gift Shop is Open During Polish American Radio Programs at: 308 Walnut Street Regular Exhibit Hall Hours Philadelphia, PA 19106 PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com (215) 922-1700 Closed on Holidays Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.orgPolishAmericanCenter.com Everyone is Invited to Museum Exhibit Hall Schedule Kosciuszko Day in Philadelphia, PA Winter & Early Spring Saturday, February 4, 2012 December 24, 2011 through April 28, 2012 see full schedule on page 3 Monday through Friday 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Reopens on Saturdays beginning with the first weekend of May Let Everyone Know Yo u're BE A Polish American Congress O ME T R Eastern Pennsylvania District D I U C O A Newsletter N R 308 Walnut Street P Philadelphia, PA 19106 P R H Telephone: (215) 739-3408 S O I PolishAmericanCongress.com U L D O TO B E P February / March 2012

Join the Read the Polish American News Online at: Polish American Congress Eastern Pennsylvania District PolishAmericanNews.com February / March 2012, Polish American News - Page 2 Polish American Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District (1945-2011) Office and Meeting Place: 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 • 215-739-3408 • Internet: PolishAmericanCongress.com

2011 President’s Report by Michael Blichasz • Report Period - January, 2011 through December, 2011

The following public activities took place in cooperation with the Polish American Congress, its officers, regional representatives, and member organizations:

(1) January 30, 2011 - Polish American Congress, Eastern (13) June 6, 2011 - Polish American Cultural Center Polish Pennsylvania District, Annual Meeting and election of officers, Polish American Night at the Phillies, Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, Beneficial Association Hall, Bridesburg section, Philadelphia, PA. PA. Pre-game entertainment was by the Polish American String (2) February 5, 2011 - General Thaddeus Kosciuszko Annual Band and PKM Polish Folk Dancers. Tribute Ceremony & Luncheon, Holiday Inn Hotel Ballroom, 4th & (14) June 24 through July 4, 2011 - PAC and Polish American Arch Streets, historic Philadelphia, PA. Cultural Center representatives participated in the Wawa Welcome (3) February 20, 2011 - PAC and Polish American Cultural Center America Festivities in Philadelphia, PA. participated in the Day of Brotherly Thoughts - A Day of Brotherly (15) July - Polish American Cultural Center Museum, in conjunction Love - Brotherhood Day - with a Mass in St. Adalbert Church, Port with the National Constitution Center, both in historic Philadelphia, Richmond section, Philadelphia, PA, and a tour of historic and center PA, participated as community partners featuring an exhibit with city Philadelphia. 400 Polish Scouts “Harcerstwo” from the states of paintings and literature portraying the signing of the first two CT, NJ, NY, PA, MA, and DE participated, hosted by the Philadelphia democratic constitutions: United States of America and Poland. Polish Scouts “Harcerstwo”. (16) September 12 through September 23, 2011 - Pulaski Day (4) February through April - Eastern PA District of PAC sponsored Observance Committee Annual Coloring Contest in Philadelphia, PA. a voter registration drive through its radio, newspaper and 17,000 entries were reviewed from area schools. organizational contacts. Voter registration forms are available from (17) September 30, 2011 - Pulaski Day and Polish American the Polish American Congress throughout the year. Heritage Month Proclamation Ceremony & Reception, Polish (5) April 10, 2011 - PAC representatives participated in the 14th American Cultural Center Museum in historic Philadelphia, PA. Annual National Ethnic Week Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Coloring contest winners received awards. Peter & Paul, 18th & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA. (18) October 1, 2011 - Annual Pulaski Dinner Dance, Associated (6) April 10, 2011 - Marking the First Anniversary of the Tragic Polish Home Ballroom, Northeast Philadelphia, PA. Plane Crash at Smolensk, Russia, of Poland’s President Lech (19) October 2, 2011 - Mass to mark the beginning of Polish Kaczynski, his wife and 94 representatives of Poland, with a Mass American Heritage Month, WPVI-TV 6, 5:30 A.M. Celebrant Rev. at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, Joseph Olczak, O.S.P.P.E., Provincial, Pauline Fathers and Brothers, PA. Representatives of Poland’s government, veterans groups, Polish and the Polish Scouting Organization, Inc. “Harcerstwo” sang during American Congress representatives and Polish Scouts attended the the Mass. ceremony. (20) October 2, 2011 - Pulaski Observance Mass, Cathedral Basilica (7) April 26 through April 29, 2011 - The 22nd Annual Polish of SS. Peter & Paul, Philadelphia, PA. American Priests’ Association (PAPA), National Convention, hosted by the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, (21) October 2, 2011 - Pulaski Tribute Program at the Kopernik PA, took place with a Pope John Paul the Great Tribute Mass in St. Monument, Torun Triangle Park, 18th & Benjamin Franklin Adalbert Church, Port Richmond section, Philadelphia, PA, tour Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, followed by a reception. of historic Philadelphia, and the Convention Mass followed by a (22) October 2, 2011 - 78th Annual Pulaski Day Parade, Benjamin banquet at the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa. Polish American Franklin Parkway, Center City Philadelphia, PA. Parade televised live Cultural Center and PAC participated. from 1 to 3 P.M. on WPVI-TV 6 ABC. (8) April and May - Colorful Polish arts and crafts displays (23) October 23, 2011 - “Dozynki” Polish Harvest Mass & Festival, presented to area schools and various groups by Polish American sponsored by the Polish American Congress and Polish American Congress & Polish American Cultural Center Museum volunteers. Cultural Center Museum. Mass, St. Adalbert Church, Port Richmond (9) May, 2011 - PAC marked the 220th Anniversary of Poland’s section, Philadelphia, PA, followed with a “Dozynki” Harvest Festival, May 3, 1791 Constitution with tours of the museum and the Polish St. Adalbert Auditorium. Constitution exhibit, Polish American Cultural Center Museum in (24) October - Polish American Congress sponsored various events historic Philadelphia, PA. to highlight “Polish American Heritage Month” throughout October. (10) May 1, 2011 - Mass at the National Shrine of Our Lady of (25) December 10, 2011 - Polish Christmas Customs Celebration, Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA, celebrating the actual date of the Polish American Cultural Center Museum in historic Philadelphia, Beatification of Pope John Paul the Great in conjunction with the PA. Christmas Open House with Sw. Mikolaj, Polish language groups annual Third of May Polish Constitution Day Mass, Luncheon, & and refreshments. Youth Program. Throughout the year the Polish American Congress conducts (11) May 3, 2011 - Polish Constitution Day Commemorative meetings to organize public events and address the needs and Program, sponsored by the Council of United Polish Societies concerns of its member organizations and the community at large. of Chester, PA, Chester’s Historic 1724 Court House. Dr. John Additionally, it also maintains contact with the national office Romanski, President of the Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy, was the of the PAC with reference to Polish American affairs as well as guest speaker. programs and activities involving the needs and concerns of the (12) May through October - Eastern PA District of PAC sponsored people of Poland. We are grateful to all who helped and supported a voter registration drive through its radio, newspaper, and the efforts of the Polish American Congress. “In Unity There is organizational affiliates. Strength”! PolishAmericanCongress.com PAC American Agenda Goals and Objectives The Board of the Polish American Congress 1. To unify people of Polish ancestry in the United States. welcomes all proud Polish Americans to join the PAC 2. To encourage the growth of Polish American fraternal, educational, cultural, social, youth, parish, civic, veteran Polish American Congress and professional associations. District Membership 3. To encourage exposure to Polish history and culture in 2012 (For New Members) 2012 schools, parishes and cultural institutions. Name ______4. To acquaint people of Polish ancestry with their rights, privileges and duties as American citizens. Address ______5. To maintain active liaison with local, state and federal City ______State ______Zip ______government officials regarding the needs and concerns of Americans of Polish ancestry. Email ______6. To protect the good name of Americans of Polish ancestry Please Check One: in political, national, social, and economic matters. Individual Membership $35.00 ____ Family Membership $40.00 ____ 7. To react at a time of crisis when the needs and concerns I understand membership will include a one-year subscription to the of Polonia must be represented. Polish American News. 8. To inform the American public about the Polish American Please return the above form with your payment. community and Poland’s role in history. A membership card will be sent to you promptly. 9. To inform Americans of Polish ancestry of actions taken Make check payable and mail to: Polish American Congress by the Polish American Congress to assist people of Polish 308 Walnut Street ancestry. Philadelphia, PA 19106 10. To promote radio, TV and print media which inform and For more information call the PAC at (215) 739-3408 unite Polish Americans. February / March 2012, Polish American News - Page 3 General Thaddeus Kosciuszko 1746 - 1817 Everyone Is Invited To Attend a Hero of America and Poland Polish American Community Celebration Honoring Thaddeus Kosciuszko was born in Poland General Thaddeus Kosciuszko on February 4, 1746, son of Ludwik and Tekla American Revolutionary War Hero Kosciuszko. He attended school in Lubieszow and Freedom Fighter for Poland and then the Cadet Academy in Warsaw before Marking the 266th Anniversary of his birth continuing his engineering studies in Paris, France. By the time Kosciuszko arrived in Saturday, February 4, 2012 America from Poland in 1776, he was a skilled engineer who came 12 Noon to offer his services to the American colonies in their struggle for independence. On October 18, 1776 Kosciuszko was commissioned Betsy Ross Ballroom as Colonel of Engineers by the Continental Congress and began his Holiday Inn Hotel outstanding service of fortifying battle sites, many of which became 4th & Arch Streets in Historic Philadelphia turning points in America’s fight for independence against the This event is sponsored by the British. Polish American Congress Shortly after arriving in Philadelphia in 1776, Kosciuszko read Eastern Pennsylvania District the Declaration of Independence and was moved to tears because We welcome you to join us for this he discovered in this single, concise document everything in which Celebration of Unity and Pride! he truly believed. When he discovered that Thomas Jefferson was responsible for drafting the Declaration, he felt compelled to meet Admission is Free! him. A few months later, while moving south with the Continental Following the public ceremony the Army, Kosciuszko stopped in Virginia to meet with Jefferson. After a very warm reception, the two men spent the day comparing Kosciuszko Day Luncheon philosophies and eventually became the best of friends. will take place at 1:00 P.M. in the In the early days of the war, Kosciuszko helped to fortify the Franklin, Jefferson & Hancock Ballrooms Holiday Inn Hotel • 4th & Arch Streets in Historic Philadelphia Philadelphia waterfront at Fort Mercer. Shortly after, he was transferred to New York, where he helped with fortifications along the For additional information or luncheon reservations call: Hudson and planned the defense for Saratoga. The Battle of Saratoga Polish American Congress at (215) 739-3408 or the became known as one of military history’s most famous struggles for Polish American Cultural Center, Monday through Friday independence and proved to be a turning point in the war. between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. at (215) 922-1700 In 1778, Kosciuszko was made chief engineer of West Point, New For more information about General Kosciuszko & Polonia York. This fortification became known as the American Gibraltar visit the Museum on the Internet at: because it was unable to be penetrated by the British Army. PolishAmericanCenter.com Eventually West Point became a military academy. In 1783, Kosciuszko was appointed Brigadier General and was awarded the Cincinnati Order Medal by General George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army. Washington also presented Kosciuszko with two pistols and a sword as gifts for his outstanding service to America. After the colonies won their independence, Kosciuszko returned to Poland in 1784 to help his own country win independence from the surrounding European powers. Kosciuszko was the national hero of the 1794 Insurrection. After the successful battle of Raclawice on April 4, 1794, first Warsaw and then Wilno were liberated from enemy occupation. Kosciuszko was wounded in the failed revolt and taken prisoner by the Russians. Upon his release from prison, he returned to America on August 18, 1797, which he considered his “second home.” He received a hero’s welcome when he reached the Philadelphia waterfront along the Delaware River. Afterward, PAC Youth Committee Update he secured a residence at 3rd and Pine Streets, which is now the Get the YOUNG PEOPLE involved! Kosciuszko House, a national memorial to this hero of the American Revolution. The Polish American Congress would like to encourage you to Kosciuszko was admired by general and foot soldier alike, both consider enrolling your children in one of the Philadelphia-area for his technical knowledge and for his sympathetic understanding youth groups listed below. They welcome participants from all area and generosity. Jefferson wrote of Kosciuszko, “He is as pure a son public and parochial schools. of liberty as I have ever known.” Tragically, Kosciuszko, a devoted St. Adalbert Polish Language School (Saturdays) Classes are held champion of the poor and oppressed, never witnessed the arrival of in the Our Lady Help of Christians Building, Allegheny Avenue freedom in his homeland, Poland. and Chatham Street, in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia. Kosciuszko was a firm believer of equality and requested, before Students from 1st to 8th grade. For info call Maria Koleda at (610) leaving the United States for the second time, that the money from 368-1604. his estate be used to buy freedom for slaves, help to educate them Adam Mickiewicz Polish Language School (Saturdays) Classes and provide them with enough land to support themselves. are held in the Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road in Kosciuszko spent the last years of his life in Switzerland, where Northeast Philadelphia. Students from lst to 8th grade. For info call on October 15, 1817, he died at the age of 72. He is buried in Wawel Debbie Majka at (215) 627-1391. Castle, in Krakow, Poland, among the tombs of the Polish Kings. St. John Cantius Polish Language School (Fridays) Classes are In 1828 a Corps of Cadets erected a monument to Kosciuszko at held in St. John Cantius Hall, Almond and Orthodox Streets in West Point, where his work was of vital importance to America in the Philadelphia from 5 to 8 P.M. For info call Janina Dybas at Revolution. (215) 671-1161. You can learn more about General Thaddeus Kosciuszko when Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Language School (Saturdays) you visit the Kosciuszko House, Third and Pine Streets, or the Polish Classes are held at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa American Cultural Center Museum, 308 Walnut Street, both in in Doylestown, PA. For info call Fr. Bartholomew Marciniak at historic Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (215) 345-0600. Download and print out archived editions of the Polish Scouts of America “Harcerstwo” (Saturdays & Sundays) The scouts welcome boys and girls between 6 and 20 years of age. Polish American News For info call Kasia Przybycien at (215) 634-0827. from the Internet at: PolishAmericanNews.com Sloneczniki Children’s Folk Dance Group (Wednesdays) Classes are held in the Sacred Heart Parish cafeteria, 4th & Jefferson Streets, Swedesburg, PA. For info call Anthony & Kathy Boccella at (610) 539-3699. For more information about youth activities in the Philadelphia area, call the Polish American Congress Youth Committee, Monday through Friday between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. Call (215) 922-1700.

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Christmas Holiday Customs Highlighted at the Polish American Cultural Center Museum

The Polish Christmas Open House, held on Saturday, December 10, 2011, at the Polish American Cultural Center Museum, 308 Walnut Street, in historic Philadelphia, welcomed hundreds of visitors of all ages. They enjoyed a Magic Show and a visit by St. Nicholas, who is known to the Polish people as Sw. Mikolaj. Children from St. Adalbert Polish Language School and Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Language School sang Polish Christmas carols, had pictures taken with Sw. Mikolaj and received treats of gingerbread cookies and a candy cane, following a tradition of gift giving in the name of St. Nicholas for hundreds of years. Everyone is invited to visit the Museum which is now on its winter schedule, open admission free, Monday to Friday, from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. If you would like additional information call, (215) 922-1700 and for additional information about Polish Christmas Customs, visit the Museum’s Internet site at: PolishAmericanCenter.com

Children from The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Language School, along with Michael Blichasz, President, Polish American Children participated and enjoyed the magic show by Tom McDonnell at the Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District, Fr. Bartholomew Marciniak OSPPE, Museum during the Polish Christmas Open House on Saturday, and Sw. Mikolaj (Fr. Krzysztof Mendelewski) during the Polish Christmas December 10, 2011. Open House on Saturday, December 10, 2011. For more information about Polish Christmas Customs and Polish Customs celebrated throughout the year visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com

Children enjoyed the visit of St. Nicholas “Swiety Mikolaj” during the 2011 Polish Christmas Open House at the Polish American Cultural Center Museum.

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February 11, 1909 - Joseph Mankiewicz (Born) Museum’s Historic Reflections Project Joseph Leo Mankiewicz was an American film director, February / March screenwriter, and producer. Mankiewicz had a long Hollywood career and is best known as the writer- The Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Historic director of the Oscar-winning All About Eve (1950). He Philadelphia presents Historic Reflections from Polish and Polish was brother to the equally famous screenwriter and American history on the Polish American Radio Program. The drama critic Herman J. Mankiewicz who also won an reflections are organized in a daily format. Some of the dates may be Oscar — for co-writing Citizen Kane (1941). the birthday or death date of a prominent person. Other dates may celebrate a milestone in a prominent person’s life such as a career February 12, 1939 - Ray Manzarek (Born) promotion, invention date, or some accomplishment that contributed Raymond Daniel Manzarek, Jr., better known as to science, medicine, sports, or entertainment history. Other dates Ray Manzarek, is an American musician, singer, may be an anniversary of a historical event in Polonia or Poland’s producer, film director, writer, co-founder and history. keyboardist of The Doors from 1965 to 1973, and You can hear weekly historic reflections on the Saturday edition The Doors of the 21st Century (renamed Manzarek- of the Polish American Radio Program at 11 A.M. on 860 AM Krieger) since 2001. He is the oldest former member Radio from Philadelphia. Listen to rebroadcasts 24 hours a day at of the Doors. PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com. For your information, we have listed a brief outline of historic February 13, 1882 - Tadeusz Banachiewicz (Born) reflections for the months of February / March. Tadeusz Banachiewicz was a Polish astronomer, mathematician, and the director of the Krakow February 1, 1979 - Julie Ann Augustyniak (Born) Observatory. Tadeusz Banachiewicz’s international Julie Ann Augustyniak (born Norfolk, VA, February 1, recognition came from his theory of cracovians 1979) is an American soccer player who played for the - a matrix algebra that helped to solve several Atlanta Beat of the Women’s United Soccer Association. astronomical, geodesic, mechanical and mathematical problems. A lunar crater is named after him. February 2, 1676 - Jan III Sobieski (Coronation) Jan Sobieski was a king and military leader of Poland February 14, 1916 - Wawrzyniec Zulawski (Born) in 1676. It was Sobieski who defeated the Turkish Wawrzyniec Jerzy Zulawski, also known as Wawa, was Armies during the battle of Vienna in 1683 which a Polish alpinist, educator, composer, music critic, and in turn saved Europe and Western Civilization. He musicologist. He was a professor of Panstwowa Wyzsza has been honored for centuries as the “Defender of Szkola Muzyczna in Warsaw. Zulawski was an initiator Christendom.” and organizer of Polish alpinism. During World War II he was a member of Armia Krajowa and was a soldier February 3, 1974 - Konrad Galka (Born) during the Warsaw Uprising. Konrad Galka (born February 3, 1974 in Kraków) is a former butterfly swimmer from Poland, who competed in February 15, 1903 - Fr. Jozef Dabrowski (Died) two consecutive Summer Olympics for his native country, Fr. Jozef Dabrowski was an educator and founder starting in 1992. of the Orchard Lake Schools in Michigan. Born February 4, 1746 - General Thaddeus Kosciuszko at Zoltance, Russian Poland he studied at the (Born) Gymnasium of Lublin and at the University of Warsaw. During the Polish January Uprising of During the struggle for America’s Independence, 1863 he participated in many engagements, and in General Thaddeus Kosciuszko returned to his 1864 fled to Dresden; thence to Lucerne and Berne homeland of Poland. He swore an oath in the where he continued his studies in mathematics. Krakow market place to fight for Poland’s liberty and took command of the Polish uprising in 1794, February 16, 1929 - Kazimierz Kutz (Born) urging all men to take up arms to defend Poland. Kazimierz Julian Kutz is a Polish film director, author, February 5, 1909 - Grazyna Bacewicz (Born) journalist and politician, one of the representatives of the Grazyna Bacewicz was a Polish composer and Polish Film School and a deputy speaker of the Senate of violinist. She is only the second Polish female Poland. composer to have achieved national and international recognition, the first being Maria Szymanowska in the February 17, 1837 - Konstanty Jelski (Born) early 19th century. Konstanty Jelski was an acclaimed Polish ornithologist and zoologist. He conducted many February 6, 1962 - Wladyslaw Dziewulski (Died) important studies abroad, specifically in Guiana Wladyslaw Dziewulski was a Polish astronomer and Peru from 1866 to 1875. He was the curator of and mathematician. He spent his life performing a museum in Lima from 1874 to 1878. He returned astronomical research and published over 200 papers. to Poland to become the curator of the Krakow He has a crater on the moon named after him as well as Museum. the planetarium in Torun, Poland. February 18, 1914 - Julius Kuczynski (Born) February 7, 1810 - Marcin Odlanicki Poczobutt Julius Frank Kuczynski was better known by his (Born) country western, musical stage name, Pee Wee Marcin Odlanicki Poczobutt was a Polish–Lithuanian King. He is best known for his song, “Tennessee Jesuit astronomer and mathematician. He was Waltz”, popularized by Patti Page in 1950. Pee Wee professor of Vilnius University for over 50 years, King helped to modernize country western music by serving as its rector form 1780 to 1799. The introducing electric instruments, drums and horns. Poczobutt crater on the Moon is named after him. February 19, 1473 - Mikolaj Kopernik (Born) February 8, 1813 - Tadeusz Czacki (Died) Polish astronomer Mikolaj Kopernik was known by Tadeusz Czacki was a Polish historian, pedagogue and his Latin name Nicholas Copernicus, in the city of numismatist. Czacki played an important part in the Torun, Poland. Copernicus is the Father of Modern Enlightenment in Poland. Astronomy, known as the man who moved the earth and stopped the sun.

February 9, 1940 - Bohdan Paczynski (Born) February 20, 1977 - Bartosz Kizierowski (Born) Bohdan Paczynski was a Polish astronomer, a leading Bartlomiej (“Bartosz”) Kizierowski is a freestyle scientist in theory of the evolution of stars, accretion swimmer from Poland, who competed in three discs and gamma ray bursts. consecutive Summer Olympics, starting in 1996.

February 10, 1962 - Wladyslaw Broniewski (Died) February 21, 1958 - Henryk Arctowski (Died) Wladyslaw Broniewski was a Polish poet and soldier. Henryk Arctowski was a Polish American explorer Broniewski made his literary debut in 1925 with the poem of the Antarctic. In recognition of his work and his Bagnat na Bron which translated means, Bayonets Ready. contribution to science, his name has been given This work has become a classic of patriotic war poetry. to a number of geographical features in Antarctica including a peninsula, a peak and a glacier. February / March 2012, Polish American News - Page 6

Historic Reflections from the Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Philadelphia, PA • February / March

February 22, 1852 - Samuel Goldflam (Born) March 4, 1932 - Ryszard Kapuscinski (Born) Samuel Wulfowicz Goldflam was a Polish neurologist best Ryszard Kapuscinski was an internationally renowned known for his brilliant 1893 analysis of myasthenia gravis Polish journalist, author, publicist and poet. Ryszard (Erb-Goldflam syndrome). Kapuscinski documented world events from the fall of the Shah of Iran to the fall of the Soviet Empire. His February 23, 1891 - Fr. Leopold Moczygemba (Died) books have been translated into thirty languages. Fr. Leopold Moczygemba was a patriarch of America’s Polonia. Fr. Moczygemba organized the first Polish March 5, 1901 - Julian Przybos (Born) settlement in the United States at Panna Maria, Texas Julian Przybos was a Polish poet, essayist and in 1854. He was one of the founders and also served translator, one of the most important poets of Kraków as a president of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of Avantgarde. America, which was founded in Chicago in 1873. He also established the first Polish College in America at Orchard Lake, Michigan. March 6, 1926 - Andrzej Wajda (Born) February 24, 1986 - Wojciech Wolski (Born) Andrzej Wajda was a film and theater director, Wojciech “Wojtek” Wolski (pronounced: VOY-tek VOL- script writer and set designer, and world renowned skee; born February 24, 1986 in Zabrze, Poland) is a cinematographer. He produced numerous award Canadian professional ice hockey left winger of Polish winning films in Poland and then spread his descent, currently playing for the New York Rangers talents to other European countries and the world. of the National Hockey League (NHL). He previously He has received awards for excellence from dozens played for the Colorado Avalanche and the Phoenix of countries and received an honorary Oscar Coyotes. Award for his lifetime achievements.

March 7, 1911 - Stefan Kisielewski (Born) February 25, 1885 - Jozef Kostrzewski (Born) Stefan Kisielewski, pseudonyms Kisiel, Julia Jozef Kostrzewski was a Polish archeologist and Holynska, Teodor Klon, Tomasz Stalinski, was a professor at Poznan University. He was highly regarded Polish writer, publicist, composer and politician, and for conducting the excavation of the Iron Age settlement one of the members of Znak, one of the founders of Biskupin after World War I. of the UPR, the polish libertarian and conservative political party.

February 26, 1901 - Lucyna Cwierczakiewiczowa (Died) March 8, 1822- Jan Lukasiewicz (Born) Lucyna Cwierczakiewiczowa was a Polish writer, Jan Józef Ignacy Lukasiewicz was a Polish journalist and author of the first Polish cook book. In pharmacist and petroleum industry pioneer who in 1860 she published her famous 365 meals for less 1856 built the first oil refinery in the world. Among than 5 zlotys. Her cook book was reprinted more than his other achievements were the discovery of how 23 times. Lucyna Cwierczakiewiczowa also published to distill kerosene from seep oil, the invention of the an annual calendar for women filled with cooking modern kerosene lamp (1853), the introduction of recipes, woman’s suffrage information and poems. the first modern street lamp in Europe (1853), and the construction of the first oil well in Poland (1854). February 27, 1929 - Stefan Kudelski (Born) March 9, 1852 - Hieronim Derdowski (Born) Stefan Kudelski was a Polish engineer who created the Hieronim Derdowski was a Polish immigrant who Nagra series of professional audio recorders. In 1957, played an important part in his community in he built the transistorized tape recorder with electronic Winona, Minnesota. Hieronim Derdowski edited speed controls. Stefan Kudelski received Academy the weekly newspaper, Wiarus, where he advocated Award Oscars for sound technology in 1965, 1977, for sustaining Polish culture and traditions and 1978 and in 1990 and won two Emmy Awards. carried stories about Polish communities in the United States and Europe. He was a Kaszubian, February 28, 1994 - Wieslaw Wisniewski (Died) from the Baltic coast of Poland, and maintained the Wieslaw Wisniewski was an astronomy professor at the Kaszubian dialect, traditions and folkways. Lunar and Planetary Laboratory in Tucson, Arizona. He published over 120 scholarly works in the field of March 10, 1936 - Wojciech Lukaszewski (Born) astronomy and has asteroid number 2256 named in Wojciech Lukaszewski was a composer and music his honor. teacher from Czestochowa, Poland. Lukaszewski’s music continues to be performed throughout Poland March 1, 1819 - Wladyslaw Taczanowski (Born) and by orchestra’s and choral groups throughout the world. Lukaszewski received numerous awards for Wladyslaw Taczanowski was a Polish zoologist who his musical presentations written in the 1950’s, 60’s is considered one of the most important European and 70’s. zoologists of the 19th Century. Taczanowski is known for two significant studies, Birds of Poland, written in 1882 and Ornithology of Peru in 1884. Two animal March 11, 2000 - Kazimierz Brandys (Died) species are named after him. Kazimierz Brandys was a Polish writer who lectured in the United States and lived his last days in Paris. Brandys took part in establishing the democratic March 2, 1973 - Paul Popowich (Born) opposition movement in Poland. He is known for his Paul Popowich is an actor who has performed in many moving account of Stalinist terror in his book Matka television series (such as Beverly Hills, 90210). Paul Krolow. is best known for his portrayal of Mr. Smith in Season 2 of Twice in a Lifetime, where he played an angel March 12, 1999 - Poland Joins NATO who had to help people change their past for a better (Event) future. The foreign ministers of Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary put an end to a March 3, 1996 - John Cardinal Krol (Died) decade of tough political negotiations as John Cardinal Krol was a Polish American Cardinal they handed over the NATO Accession and the Archbishop of Philadelphia from 1961 Protocols to U.S. Secretary of State to 1988. John Cardinal Krol participated in the Madeleine Albright on March 12, 1999 in Second Vatican Council, served as President of U.S. Independence, Missouri, in the United States. Conference of Catholic Bishops and was advisor to Pope John Paul II. March 13, 1995 - Franciszek Gajowniczek (Died) Franciszek Gajowniczek, whose life was spared at the Auschwitz death camp when Fr. Maximillian Kolbe, now Saint Maximillian Kolbe, asked to be executed in Gajowniczek’s place in 1941. In return, Fr. Kolbe was sentenced to a slow death by starvation and Franciszek Gajowniczek was eventually reunited with his family. February / March 2012, Polish American News - Page 7

Historic Reflections from the Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Philadelphia, PA • February / March

March 14, 1882 - Waclaw Sierpinski (Born) March 25, 1970 - Shawn Antoski (Born) Waclaw Franciszek Sierpinski was a Polish Shawn Antoski is a retired professional ice hockey left mathematician. He was known for outstanding winger who played 8 seasons in the National Hockey contributions to set theory (research on the axiom League in the 1990s. He played for the Vancouver of choice and the continuum hypothesis), number Canucks, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, theory, theory of functions and topology. He published and the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim. over 700 papers and 50 books. Three well-known fractals are named after him (the Sierpinski triangle, the Sierpinski carpet and the Sierpinski curve), as are Sierpinski March 26, 1996 - Edmund Marciszewski (Died) numbers and the associated Sierpinski problem. Edmund Marciszewski, known as Edmund Muskie, was a former senator from the State of Maine. The March 15, 1869 - Stanislaw Wojciechowski (Born) son of Polish immigrants, he served as the Governor Stanislaw Wojciechowski was a Polish politician and of the State of Maine before his election to the U.S. scientist. In 1922 he was elected the second President Senate, where he served as the Secretary of the of the Republic of Poland following the assassination Senate. Senator Muskie also ran as candidate for the of Gabriel Narutowicz. He was ousted by the May United States Vice Presidency. Coup d’État of 1926. March 27, 2004 - Edward Piszek (Died) March 16, 1964 - Gore Verbinski (Born) Edward Piszek was a Polish American Industrialist and Philanthropist. He was the founder of Gregor “Gore” Verbinski is an American film director Mrs. Paul’s Kitchens, the frozen-food business and writer, best known for directing the first three that became a national giant. Mr. Piszek was Pirates of the Caribbean films and The Ring. In an outstanding supporter of Poland and the addition to movies, he has also directed numerous Polish American community. Among his many music videos. accomplishments, Edward Piszek helped eradicate March 17, 1956 - Irene Joliet-Curie (Died) tuberculosis in Poland and was the main supporter of the Kosciuszko House in Historic Philadelphia. Irene Joliet-Curie, the daughter of Pierre and Marie Curie, was also a recipient of a Nobel Prize March 28, 1928 - Zbigniew Brzezinski (Born) for Chemistry in 1935 for the discovery of artificial radioactivity. This made the Curies the family with Zbigniew Brzezinski was born in Warsaw, Poland, most Nobel laureates to date. and is internationally respected as a political scientist and statesman. Brzezinski served as the March 18, 1866 - Karol Adamiecki (Born) United States National Security Advisor to President Carter and remains a major international foreign Karol Adamiecki was a Polish economist, engineer policy analyst. Brzezinski is currently a professor and management researcher. He was one of the of American foreign policy at Johns Hopkins most famous management researchers in Central University’s School of Advanced International Studies. and Eastern Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He authored the law of harmony in March 29, 1963 - Pola Gojawiczynska (Died) management theory and the University of Economics Apolonia, “Pola” Gojawiczynska, née Kozniewska, was in Katowice Poland bears his name. a prolific Polish writer. Gojawiczynska was one of the March 19, 1887 - Jozef Kraszewski (Died) most popular women writers of the Polish literature of interwar period. Her works included psychological Jozef Ignacy Kraszewski was a noted author of themes and social themes connected with proletarian numerous fiction stories, historian of Polish literature, and small town environment of Warsaw and Silesia. social activist and politician. March 30, 1892 - Stefan Banach (Born) March 20, 1997 - Tony Zale (Died) Stefan Banach was a mathematician who founded Tony Zale was a champion middleweight boxer and the branch of modern mathematics called functional hall of famer also known as “the Man of Steel”. analysis. A self-taught mathematics prodigy, Banach He earned fighter of the year honors from Ring was the founder of the Lwów School of Mathematics. Magazine and the Boxing Writers Association of America for his thrilling three fight series with March 31, 1888 - Mieczyslaw Haiman (Born) fellow hall of famer Rocky Graziano. Mieczyslaw Haiman was a leading historian of March 21, 1972 - Piotr Adamczyk (Born) the Polish American community. Born in Poland in 1888, Haiman arrived in America in 1913 Polish actor, Piotr Adamczyk, portrayed Karol Wojtyla, and settled in Buffalo. In 1935, Haiman became who later became Pope John Paul II, in the television the curator of the Polish Museum of America in movie, The Man Who Became Pope. Chicago which was founded by the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America. The Polish American March 22, 1786 - Joachim Lelewel (Born) Historical Association bestows the Mieczyslaw Haiman Award annually to a scholar who has Joachim Lelewel is considered the most eminent Polish done exemplary work in the area of Polish American studies. historian. Lelewel wrote a timeline of Polish history and his writings remain a focal point of 18th and 19th century Polish history. His lectures were very popular Polish American Travel Service among the youth and Adam Mickiewicz dedicated a Travel Reservations • Translation Services poem to him. PEKAO • Parcels to Poland 2714 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134 March 23, 1951 - Ron Jaworski (Born) (215) 634-3396 Ron Jaworski, known as “JAWS” and the “Polish Rifle”, is a former football quarterback of the Philadelphia Eagles. Jaworski led the Eagles to their first Super Bowl appearance in 1981. 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March 24, 1915 - Karol Olszewski (Died) Karol Stanislaw Olszewski was a noted Polish chemist, mathematician and physicist.

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From the Desk of Michael Blichasz American Workers’ Advocate Host of the Saturday Variety Program at 11 A.M. 860 AM Radio WWDB • Philadelphia, PA I welcome you to review the information from my most recent weekly commentaries and ask that you share this information with your family members and friends. AmericanWorkersNeedYou.com Be A Trend Setter! In the last few months holiday shoppers saw for themselves how many of our well- known American brand name items, Make 2012 a Year of Major Change! from clothing to electronics, are now exclusively made overseas. We have all heard a thousand and one New Year’s Resolutions. I am asking During 2012 you are urged to Be A you to make a few resolutions you can Trend Setter and focus all of YOUR buying keep if you work at it. During 2012, go power on American made items FIRST. There are a growing out of your way to accomplish these number of American made items available, but international goals: suppliers have dominated our store shelves for such a long time, that getting back more American made items in our stores will be up 1. Support the small, medium and large businesses in your to selective consumers like you who want to see the Buy American community that feature a reasonable selection of American Made Campaign succeed. made products so they can continue to offer you quality American made products, employ local people and keep your community We have already witnessed what the loss of jobs and job skills has vibrant. done to America and its economy. Now it’s time to change the way you shop and what your willing to purchase and show private sector 2. Every time you go shopping, take the time to look at the businesses it is to their benefit to expand and invest in America’s tags and packaging to see exactly where the items are being industries again. Your shopping habits will also encourage stores made and make it a point to let store personnel know that you to feature more American made products. are a supporter of American made products. 2012 brings about new possibilities. It’s time to stop pointing 3. Contact your family and friends and ask them to support fingers about what happened in the past, and take action to restore the Buy American Made Campaign. One major way to help America’s industries and the jobs that are part of manufacturing, restore employment opportunities in the United States of America including management, sales and distribution and the creation of is to have as many people as possible buy American made new products. products and also ask everyone to voice their concerns at stores where American made products are not adequately On January 12, 2012, we officially launched the newAmerican represented. Workers Radio Internet site. I welcome you to look at the site, email us your comments and let us know what you would like Just these few resolutions can help make a difference for discussed during the radio broadcasts. The information listed on American workers and America’s economy. During the Christmas the front page outlines our goals and how you can participate. Visit: season, Americans spent billions of dollars on electronics, toys, AmericanWorkersRadio.com and place your name on our email list clothing and hundreds of other gift items which were largely made so we can send you more information. in foreign countries, unfortunately bypassing a large portion of American workers. America’s stores were packed with merchandise, Does Money Grow On Trees? but what percentage of the items were produced by American workers? We can’t continue to be major consumers of foreign As I discuss the situation of jobs in America and America’s growing made products while American workers are unemployed. During debt, people ask me to clarify the national debt issue. Back in 2012 use your purchasing power to purchase American made 1976, America’s national debt was just over $1 trillion. In 2012, items so we can see some of those empty manufacturing facilities America’s national debt is $15 trillion, which means during filled again by small, medium and large businesses who will hire the last 36 years, United States debt continued to increase as American workers to meet the demand of America’s consumers. industries were downsized or closed and jobs were outsourced to To help “Make 2012, A Year Of Major Change” visit our site at: other countries. Each year the cost of operating government rose AmericanWorkersRadio.com and place your name on our email list and income taxes and business profit taxes did not keep up with so you can receive information about upcoming broadcasts. inflation. The loss of jobs has been happening for years and should have been addressed years ago, now Americans are in a national Positive Change In The Way Americans Think! crisis! The responses to the Buy American Made Campaign continue to In the process of not looking out for America’s economy, America’s grow and reflect a POSITIVE change in the way Americans think. national leaders borrowed money in our behalf from many sources, It is good to see more people are motivated to restore jobs and including other countries, to pay for programs and services that America’s economy because we see our stores are overwhelmed by America’s tax base simply could not afford. Today, the American foreign products. Additionally, people tell me they never understood people are in debt for more than $15 TRILLION. why national elected leaders did not unite with the American people If we, the American people, to find ways to keep industries from leaving the U.S.A. had to repay the national debt Every person that responds to the TODAY, every man, woman and Buy American Made Campaign has child would have to pay $49,000 dollars in order for America to shared ideas that should have been be a debt-free nation. To fully understand the situation, I encourage considered and enacted by national you to look at the U.S. debt clock posted on the front page of: elected leaders over the years. It is AmericanWorkersRadio.com. not government’s role to create jobs During the last 36 years, the world has changed at a fast pace, directly, but instead to encourage but the American people were not united behind ideas to maintain private sector businesses to create jobs that will employ the American America’s industries for the well-being of today’s workers and people and in the process generate taxes to maintain local, state and future generations. Now we have a growing population, fewer job federal government services. Unfortunately, because national leaders opportunities, revenue is down and job skills are being drained out did very little to encourage industries to stay in the U.S.A., our tax of the U.S.A. Since “Money Does Not Grow On Trees”, we have to base has diminished and prolonged unemployment continues. work together to change our own destiny. Looking at labels before As we continue to unite our efforts, I ask that you remember that you make a purchase and supporting America’s private sector America’s WORKERS and America’s CONSUMERS are the same businesses supplying our stores is one way for us to change our people. Therefore by supporting one another, all Americans benefit destiny. Visit: AmericanWorkersNeedYou.com, where you will in the long-run. Before you make any purchase, look at the labels find my weekly commentaries and other links promoting the Buy to see if your purchase will benefit American workers in addition to American Made Campaign. store and sales personnel. Looking at labels makes it clear where AmericanWorkersRadio.com continues to generate a lot of products are made and how many levels of American workers will positive interest. We are expanding our efforts each day and benefit from your purchase. appreciate the feedback we received. 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From the Desk of Frank Spula, With thousands of Polish soldiers who have served in Iraq and National President Afghanistan, Gee’s comments have caused a stir in Poland. And the Polish American Congress Polish soldiers supporting the American mission in Afghanistan will The officers of the National Polish American not be pleased with Mr. Gee’s benighted opinion. Poland’s Special Congress thank PAC divisions, organizations and Forces unit shut down oilrigs in the Persian Gulf during the invasion individuals that responded to the unfortunate slur against the Polish people by Ohio State of Iraq, and the Polish Army played a major role in the war. University President Gordon Gee. In a world that When I traveled to Iraq in 2006 to write an article for The New York demands respect for people of every nation and Sun, U.S. Army lieutenant general, Peter Chiarelli, told me that the culture and seeks unity, not senseless division, it was gratifying to see that so many people responded as one voice. Of Polish troops “are doing an absolutely outstanding job. They’ve been the many responses received, the letter below from Alex Storozynski, one of the most steadfast members of the coalition. And these are two President & Executive Director of the Kosciuszko Foundation, of the most peaceful provinces in all of Iraq, Diwaniyah and Wasit. captures the feeling of Polish Americans. And that’s largely attributable to the great leadership of successive The following letter was written by: Polish generals who have come down here and the Polish units who Alex Storozynski have served here.” President & Executive Director The Polish Army has made major contributions to European and The Kosciuszko Foundation American history. King Jan Sobieski turned back the Ottoman This letter was sent to: Empire during the Siege of Vienna in 1863 when the Turks invaded Everyone’s response was appreciated. Europe and tried to turn it into a Muslim colony. The Polish- The Kosciuszko Foundation Lithuanian Commonwealth was the largest country in Europe at the Ohio State President Gordon Gee Must Be time and Sobieski’s Hussar Knights were the most feared soldiers in Reprimanded For Polish Slur Alex Storozynski Europe. Chairman Leslie H. Wexner The President of a major university should also know the military Board of Trustees contributions of Poles to this country. The Father of the American The Ohio State University Cavalry, Gen. Casimir Pulaski saved George Washington’s life at the 210 Bricker Hall, 190 North Oval Mall Battle of Brandywine. Gen. Thaddeus Kosciuszko built the largest Columbus, OH 43210-1358 fortress in America, West Point and suggested putting a military Phone: (614) 292-6359 academy there. That was before he devised the plans for the Battle CC: [email protected] of Saratoga, the turning point of the American Revolution. And [email protected] Abraham Lincoln appointed Wlodzimierz Krzyzanowski Brigadier Dear Chairman Wexner and Trustees of Ohio State University: General in the Union Army during the Civil War. Would Abe Lincoln have picked a Polish general if he could not shoot straight? As a son of Polish war heroes, I ask that you publicly admonish University President Gordon Gee for his unacceptable comment that Mr. Gee further exposed his ignorance about Poland when after his your staff, “were shooting at each other ... like the Polish Army.” In witless comments about the Polish Army he told the crowd at the addition, the Board of Trustees must truly serve the 465,000 Polish- Columbus Metropolitan Club, “Oh, never mind, who did I embarrass Americans living in Ohio by funding classes on Polish history at now? I’ll have to raise money for Poland now.” the University. With a President who lacks erudition, how can you If Mr. Gee read The Wall Street Journal he would know that despite expect to educate your students about World history, or Poland? Europe’s financial woes, over the past several years, Poland has had I can assure Mr. Gee that my father, Corp. Dionizy Storozynski was one of the fastest growing economies in Europe. So no, Poland does shooting straight as a motorcycle scout for a Polish tank division not need Mr. Gee to help it raise money. But he can help himself during the allied invasion of Normandy. Afterwards, he was awarded by curing his foot-in-mouth disease and working to rehabilitate his the Polish Army Medal, and three medals from the British Army. image with the many Polish-Americans in your state. And I can assure Mr. Gee that my grandfather, Sgt. Wladyslaw Here’s where he can start. Thaddeus Kosciuszko was given 500 Krzyzanowski was shooting straight when his Polish regiment, the acres on the Scioto River in Ohio by the Founding Fathers for his Anders’ Army, helped drive the Germans from North Africa, and exemplary service in the American Revolution. That original tract when he destroyed two German tanks in the Battle of Monte Cassino of land borders the Ohio State University campus in Columbus. in Italy. For this he received three Polish medals and three British Today, part of that land is the Riverside Park Drive Park in Dublin, medals. And I can assure Mr. Gee that the Polish WWII pilots that Ohio, and in May the city will rename it Thaddeus Kosciuszko Park. set records in accuracy in destroying German Luftwaffe planes In addition to his military service, Kosciuszko put his money where during the Battle for Britain were shooting straight. his mouth was when it came to standing up for liberty. Kosciuszko It’s Mr. Gee who is not a straight shooter. Gee has made a half- donated his salary from the American Revolution, $17,000 and asked hearted apology. That is not enough. Gee has a history of putting his that it be used to purchase slaves, and to free and educate them. feet in his mouth and having to apologize. Yet the Ohio State Board Kosciuszko was a virtuous straight shooter who did the right thing. of Trustees has made him the highest paid college president in the If Mr. Gee is as much of a straight shooter as Polish soldiers, and United States, paying him $1.6 million annually. has any semblance of decency, he should pay to erect a statue of As Trustees, you are the governing body for a state university in a Kosciuszko in that park. With a salary of $1.6 million per year, Mr. state that has nearly half a million Polish-American taxpayers and Gee can clearly afford it. voters. Yet you offer few classes in Polish language and literature, Alex Storozynski and no classes in Polish history. With your university receiving $493 President & Executive Director million in state appropriations and $426 million in other government The Kosciuszko Foundation funding in 2012, surely you can afford to rectify this situation. This 15 East 65th Street should be put on the agenda for your next Board of Trustees meeting New York, NY 10065 on Feb 9. 212-734-2130 After Mr. Gee made his unenlightened comment, he said, “Who did http://thekf.org/ I embarrass now?” For starters, Mr. Gee embarrassed himself and Ohio State University. This is also an embarrassment to United States foreign policy. Bus Groups Welcome at the (continued next column) Polish American Cultural Center Museum Steam My Carpets Philadelphia welcomes many bus groups and tour groups visiting the Historic District Commercial and Residential Properties in the Philadelphia Area every day. If you are planning a group tour Contact Jay Gryczynski at 1-877-778-3263 to Philadelphia, be sure to visit the Polish American Cultural Center Museum at 308 SteamMyCarpets.com Walnut Street and the Kosciuszko House at 3rd and Pine Streets. When you make your plans, call the Museum in advance so that Philadelphia Ear, Nose & Throat a representative can greet your group and give them a tour. Surgical Associates, P.C. Call the Polish American Cultural Center Museum, Monday through E Friday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. and let them know when your group is planning to visit. Call 215-922-1700. N Lee D. Rowe, M.D., F.A.C.S. Robert E. Hughes, MPAS, PA-C For more info, visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com/busgroups.html T April N. Shepard, PA-C Otorhinolaryngology • Head & Neck Surgery Polish Eagles Sports Club Neuro-Otology • Facial Plastic Surgery • Allergy 3157 E. Thompson Street - Philadelphia, PA 19134 2340 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134 (Port Richmond section) Telephone: (215) 423-6670 • Fax: (215) 423-7787 Wedding and Special events - Call: (215) 423-0800 February / March 2012, Polish American News - Page 12 Polish American Social Services “PASS” PolishAmericanSocialServices.com

2011 State of Pennsylvania Polish American Social Services “PASS” Property Tax Rent Rebate Program United Social Services Outreach Program When will applications for the 2011 Property Tax Rent Rebate Program be Main Office: available? 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 Applications will be mailed by the Open Monday to Friday • 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. program to those who applied in previous Telephone: (215) 923-1900 years beginning in February. Applications Outreach Services in and around the Philadelphia area should also be available to the general public in mid-February. If you, a family member, or friend have a question concerning social If it’s 2012, why is the program called the services, call PASS and discuss your needs with a representative. 2011 Property Tax Rent Rebate Program? All calls are CONFIDENTIAL, and PASS will either give you the This rebate program is a “look back” program. This means that information you need, handle your service directly, or refer you to to calculate a rebate, the program must look back at property taxes the proper agency that can assist you. or rent the household paid out during 2011. Also to calculate the Clients wishing to visit the main office at 308 Walnut Street, or one rebate, the program must look back at the income received during of the outreach sites, are asked to call in advance so that a Social 2011 to calculate the amount of the rebate. Service Representative can tell you what documentation you will Who is eligible for a rebate? need to bring with you to process your request. There are many different individuals who may qualify for a rebate. You can view an outline of several programs available to senior They must fall into one of the categories below and meet certain citizens and individuals of all ages on the PASS Internet site at income guidelines. PolishAmericanSocialServices.com. • A person or their spouse who is 65 years of age or older, or For additional information, call PASS, Monday through Friday, • Widows or widowers 50 years of age or older, or between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. at (215) 923-1900. • Permanently DISABLED individuals 18 years of age or older. What are the income guidelines and how much of a rebate is Attention Employers! expected? For Homeowners : People seeking employment often contact PASS. The staff will Income Range Rebate Amount be pleased to alert job seekers of Job Openings that have been $ 0 - $8,000 $650 reported. $8,001 - $15,000 $500 If your place of employent is about to or has posted an $15,001 - $18,000 $300 employment opportunity, kindly let PASS know. Call Monday $18,001 - $35,000 $250 through Friday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. (215) 923-1900, For Renters: or send the job information to: Income Range Rebate Amount $ 0 - $8,000 $650 Attn: Employment Information $8,001 - $15,000 $500 Polish American Social Services 308 Walnut Street IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THAT YOU DO NOT COUNT Philadelphia, PA 19106 ONE- HALF OF SOCIAL SECURITY, SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME AND RAILROAD RETIREMENT TIER 1 BENEFITS WHEN Kindly include qualifications needed, starting salary and where to CALCULATING ELIGIBILITY INCOME. go for an application and interview. For example, if your gross Social Security income for 2011 was $20,000, the Property Tax Rent Rebate Program would count only Look Out For LIHEAP $10,000 toward eligibility requirements. All other income such as Fuel Rebate Program About to Begin salary, IRA payouts, pensions, dividends or interest is counted at 100%. As in previous years, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also known as the Fuel Do I ever have to repay this rebate or will a lien be placed on the Rebate Program is scheduled to end on March 30, 2012. property? Those who have applied in previous years should be No. Absolutely NOT! No Lien is placed on the property nor does the receiving applications in the mail. rebate have to be repaid. Furthermore the rebate is not considered For those who are not familiar with the program, there is no as income for any other program. age restriction to apply. The household income must be within the Whom do I call if I have questions or how can I get an application? following guidelines: For more information, to get an application, or to get help Number in Household Approximate Monthly Income Annual Income completing the application, call Polish American Social Services at 1 $1,361 $16,335 (215) 923-1900. 2 $1,839 $22,065 3 $2,316 $27,795 Medications and Prescription Plans 4 $2,794 $33,525 5 $3,271 $39,255 PACE PLUS is a new name being used 6. $3,749 $44,985 for the PACE/PACENET programs, (the For more information on filing requirements or to get an Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the application, call PASS at (215) 923-1900. Elderly) that help pay for prescription drugs. The new name reflects how this program works with Medicare Part D. It can provide better coverage In recognition of a contribution from for those who have both PACE/NET and Medicare The Michael J. Kosloski Foundation D. This program has two qualifying income categories for determining eligibility. Seniors, age In loving Memory of Leo Kosloski 65 or older with incomes as follows: for PACE, a single person $14,500; a couple $17,700. For Polish American Social Services programs For PACENET, a single person between $14,500 and $23,500 or a couple between $17,700 and $31,500. For more info and to get an application call PASS (215) 923-1900. In recognition of a contribution from the The Pennsylvania Patient Assistance Fourjay Foundation Program Clearinghouse For Polish American Social Services programs This program works with Pharma (Pharmaceutical Manufacturers) to get prescription drugs for those unable to pay. Income guidelines approximate $20,000 for a single person, $25,000 for a married “PASS” works closely with the couple and $30,000 for an adult and two or more dependents. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging to Call 1-800-955-0989. provide information and assistance to the elderly. For information regarding services available in Philadelphia and In recognition of a contribution from the Southeastern Pennsylvania, call PCA’s helpline number at (215) 765-9040 or PASS (215) 923-1900. Barra Foundation www.PCACares.org For Polish American Social Services programs February / March 2012, Polish American News - Page 13

Polish American Cultural Center Museum Special American Workers 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 • (215) 922-1700 Radio Broadcasts Memorial Gifts Are Appreciated Monday, February 13 through Memorial gifts in honor of relatives and friends help continue Friday, February 17, 2012 the mission and programs provided at the Polish American Cultural 11 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM Radio WWDB Center and Museum Exhibit Hall, 308 Walnut Street in Historic Serving Philadelphia and TriState area Philadelphia. The Center promotes public awareness of Polish history Internet Broadcast: AmericanWorkersRadio.com and heritage among Delaware Valley residents. It also welcomes Listen live & rebroadcasts link: AmericanWorkersRadio.com tourists from across the Unted States and around the world who visit the Exhibit Hall during their tour of Historic Philadelphia. Kindly use the form below to make your donation. Every donor will receive a donation acknowledgement letter along with a Memorial Acknowledgement Card which can be sent to the family of the deceased. We would also appreciate having you list the Polish American Cultural Center as a suggested charity in obituary notices. For additional information, contact the Center Monday through Friday between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. (215) 922-1700. Memorial Donation Registration Form The enclosed donation for the Polish American Cultural Center is in memory of:

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In recognition of donations to the We Encourage Everyone Polish American Cultural Center Museum Exhibit Hall to Support the in Memory of Rev. Hieronim Pohl $2012 Prize Raffle Sabina Majewska - Sponsored by - Josephine Ward Polish American Cultural Center Museum 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 (215) 922-1700 • Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.com Drawing will take place on Monday April 16, 2012 - 3 P.M. Polish American Cultural Center Museum Proceeds benefit Museum and Cultural Programs Donation $10.00. Winner need not be present. Complete the below ticket order form and return it with your remittance.

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Mail this form with your remittance to: Polish American Cultural Center 308 Walnut Street PA Consumer Registration #PA010759 Philadelphia, PA 19106 February / March 2012, Polish American News - Page 14 “A Sto Lat Reality for Walter Zachariasiewicz” From the Desk of Text & Photo by Richard P. Poremski Mary Ann Zerkowski, President This article appeared in the January 2012 edition of the Berks County Polish American Polish American Journal • www.polamjournal.com Board of Education [email protected] In April 2012, the Polish American Board of Education of Berks County will be awarding $24,000 in scholarships to Berks County High School Seniors of Polish American descent. Scholarship application forms and guidelines are available in the office of the Guidance Counselor in all Berks County high schools. Guidelines and application forms can also be downloaded from the PABEBC website at www.pabeberks.org. Application forms are due NO LATER than Saturday, March 24, 2012, to the Scholarship Secretary, Ronald Savitski, 159 Texter Mountain Road, Wernersville, PA 19565-9442, Tel. 610.693.9792. Walter Zachariasiewicz with his birthday cake The scholarships will be awarded at the PABEBC annual banquet on 100th Birthday Party Held at Polish Embassy. Walter Sunday, April 29, 2012, at the Reading Country Club. A social hour Zachariasiewicz is shown above addressing his well-wishers after will be held beginning at 4:00 P.M., dinner will be served at extinguishing the numerals 1-0-0 on his birthday cake, and being 5:00 P.M. For more information and reservations please contact serenaded with a robust singing of “Sto lat.” At center is Ambassador Helen Nowotarski at 610.777.4598. Robert Kupiecki, his wife Malgorzata and daughter Magdalena. WASHINGTON, D.C. —It’s a very old Polish tradition to sing “Sto Yolanda Konopacka DeSipio of Lat” – “May You Live 100 Years” to someone at birthday parties, on Bennett, Bricklin & Saltzburg, LLP name days, and at other special occasions. But due to the short life Attorneys at Law • Call: (215) 423-4824 spans in the old days, almost no one ever achieved the unattainable century mark. Even today with all the vast modern medical and Available to assist clients throughout the scientific improvements it’s still something of a rarity for a person Philadelphia area & New Jersey in both the to achieve centenarian status. But the ever remarkable Walter English and Polish Languages Zachariasiewicz did just that recently on November 7, 2011. Immigration, Personal Injury, Ambassador Robert Kupiecki hosted a gala black tie birthday Worker’s Compensation & Real Estate celebration for acclaimed Renaissance man Zachariasiewicz, Nov. 19, 2011, at the Embassy of the Republic of Poland. Approximately 130 guests were in attendance. The event, conducted in Polish, featured a For a Great Variety of Polkas, Obereks, Waltzes slide show of photos depicting Walter Zachariasiewicz’s amazing life, and much more, visit or call narrated by maestro Jerzy Sapieyevski playing at Paderewski’s piano. T.K. Frank’s Polka Records (Frank Proszowski) This was followed by a 1930s style cabaret show by a troupe of local Polish performers during which Walter was humorously scripted into P.O. Box 321 Conshohocken, PA 19428 the program. (610) 828-2089 or (610) 828-5573 Among the many gifts Walter received was a commemorative www.Polkas.com/tkfrank officer’s sword from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs which complimented his announced promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Polish Army. Many congratulatory letters were Thaddeus Kosciuszko Park , Dublin, Ohio presented from the highest officials of the Polish government. Medals On September 12, 2011, the City Council of the City of Dublin, and awards too numerous to mention have already been bestowed Ohio, voted to name 40 acres of Kosciuszko’s former property as upon Zachariasiewicz. Chief among them is Knight Commander “Thaddeus Kosciuszko Park. Kosciuszko was awarded 500 acres on in the Order of St. Gregory by Pope John Paul II in 1991, and the Scioto River near Columbus for his service in the Continental Commander in the order of Polonia Restituta by President Lech Army during the American Revolution. Walesa in 1995, and most recently Poland’s Bene Merito. The park is to be dedicated in the Spring of 2012. The park will Born in 1911 in Krakow, partitioned-Poland, Zachariasiewicz’s have amenities including hiking, trails, fishing, a shelter house, and life was never dull and involved suffering and sacrifice for the on site parking. independence of Poland. He graduated from Krakow’s acclaimed Jagiellonian University. During World War II he was arrested and Visit “The Kosciuszko Room” deported to a gulag by the Russians. He was later released in 1942 and worked in the newly established Polish Embassy in Kujbyszew, During February, the month Kosciuszko was born, or anytime Russia, and later served with Gen. Anders Polish Army that fought throughout the year, visit the Kosciuszko Room in Ansonia, CT. with the allies against Nazi-Germany. The Kosciuszko Room, established in 1980 by Joseph Wardzala, Upon emigrating to America in 1948, Zachariasiewicz worked as who devoted more than 50 years of his life studying the life and a Group Director for the Democratic Party, as well as an Assistant accomplishments of General Thaddeus Kosciuszko, and sponsored Postmaster General. He became very active and a major leader in by the Kosciuszko Historical Society of Ansonia, Derby, Shelton Polish American organizations, as well as an effective and recognized and Seymour, is located on the second floor in the historic home of lobbyist for the Polonia and Poland agendas on the national level. General David Humphreys House, 37 Elm Street, Ansonia, CT. And thankfully, he still maintains a presence today. It was pleasingly While in the United States, Kosciuszko befriended and spent much obvious Zachariasiewicz is only closing out one century in order time in the home of General Humphreys. to start another when Ambassador Kupiecki said that since “Mr. The Kosciuszko Room displays many artifacts honoring General Zachariasiewicz has already lived sto lat — perhaps we should wish Kosciuszko, including photographs, books, portraits, dolls dressed in him another 100 years,” to which Zachariasiewicz replied with his traditional Polish dress, and a letter written by Humphreys to usual quick wry wit, “Why not?” Kosciuszko in 1791. It is open, admission free, Monday through Friday, from 1 to 4 p.m., or by appointment by calling Joseph Wardzala at 203-732-5886.

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Members of the Polish American Congress Youth 2012 Museum Membership Appeal Groups Perform During Christmas Season Events As we begin the new year, the board and volunteers of the Polish American Cultural Center Museum invite you to support their efforts to promote Polish history, culture, and pride by becoming a supportive member of the Museum Exhibit Hall. Kindly complete the membership form below and return it with your donation. If you need additional information, kindly contact the Museum, Monday through Friday, between 10 A.M. and 5 P.M. at (215) 922-1700, or visit us on the St. Adalbert Polish Language School students perform the traditional Polish Internet at: PolishAmericanCenter.com. Christmas Show “Jaselka” at St. Adalbert parish hall in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia, PA.

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Sunday, April 22 - Polka Pals “The 50’s Dance”, Sacred Heart Everyone is invited to attend the Parish Center, Cornwall Road & 419, Cornwall, PA. Music by Joe Annual Tribute Ceremony Honoring Stanky & The Cadets Band, 2 to 6 P.M. Info/tickets call Frank Difava 717-273-3661. American Revolutionary War Hero and Freedom Fighter for Poland Sunday, April 22 - Polish Film, Associated Polish Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 4 P.M., followed by General Thaddeus Kosciuszko Biesiadne Kareoke - Polish Sing-along. Info call Debbie Majka Marking the 266th Anniversary 215-627-1391. of his Birth Friday, April 27 through Sunday, April 29 - Washington, DC Tour Saturday, February 4, 2012 - 12 Noon Weekend with the “Happy Travelers”. Info call Theresa Holiday Inn Hotel Ballroom Romanowski (day) 215-922-1700 or (evening) 215-423-8854. 4th & Arch Streets in Historic Philadelphia Friday, April 27 through Sunday, April 29 - The Oldies But sponsored by the Goodies Polka Weekend, Hudson Valley Resort, Kerhonkson, NY. Polish American Congress For more information write to United Polka Artists, Box 1, Florida, NY 10921. Eastern Pennsylvania District Saturday, April 28 - Dutchland Polkateers”Springtime Dance”, A Luncheon will follow the Ceremony St. James Social Hall, 505 Woodcrest Avenue, Lititz, PA. Music by For additional information or luncheon reservations call the: Polka Whoo Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info/tickets call Gordon Polish American Congress at (215) 739-3408 or call the 610-940-2668. Polish American Cultural Center, Monday through Friday Sunday, April 29 - Berks County Polish American Board of between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. at (215) 922-1700. Education Scholarship Banquet, Reading Country Club, Exeter Township, cocktails 4 P.M., dinner 5 P.M. Music. Saturday, February 11 - Polish Police Association of Philadelphia Info/reservations call Helen Nowotarski 610-777-4598. 36th Annual Founder’s Day Banquet, King’s Caterers II, 4010 New Falls Road, Bristol, PA, 6 P.M. to Midnight. Continuous music Holiday Raffle Winner by Plus Five Orchestra and Rick Gazda Band. Cocktail hour, surf and turf sit down dinner and a 6 hour open bar. Info call Edward On Saturday, December 10, 2011, during the Polish American McCloskey 215-425-4783. Cultural Center Museum’s Christmas Open House, the $500 Holiday Raffle drawing took place. The lucky winner was Mary Ann Collison, Sunday, February 12 - Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Lecture in the ticket #08332. Polish language, Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 3 P.M. Speaker: Mgr. Aleksandra The Polish American Cultural Center Museum board, staff, and Ziolkowska Bohem. Topic: “Od Wankowicza do Amerykanskich volunteers wish to thank everyone who purchased Holiday Raffle Indian”. Info call 215-624-9954. All are invited to attend. Free. tickets, which benefits the Museum Exhibit Hall, as well as help to sponsor the Polish Christmas Open House and youth program. Sunday, February 12 - St. Valentine Parish Valentine Day Luncheon, Church hall, 2330 Margaret Street, Frankford section of Philadelphia, 1 P.M. Info call Fran Bonikowski 215-632-1816. Sunday, February 19 - Polka Pals “Sweetheart Dance”, Sacred Heart Parish Center, Cornwall Road & 419, Cornwall, PA. Music by Polka Quads Band, 2 to 6 P.M. Info/tickets call Frank Difava 717-273-3661. Thursday, February 23 - St. Helena’s Church, Blue Bell, Tour to Poland Information Meeting, St. Helena’s School Library, 1489 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA, 7 P.M. Info call Theresa Smith 215-646-7636. Saturday, February 25 - Show of Shows, Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, NJ, 1 Show - 2 P.M. Info/Tickets call Ticketmaster 1-800-736-1420 or on the Internet at Ticketmaster.com. Saturday, February 25 - Dutchland Polkateers “Hearts and Roses Voter Registration Campaign Continues Dance”, St. James Social Hall, 505 Woodcrest Avenue, Lititz, PA. Music by the Internationals Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info/tickets call The Polish American Congress, Eastern Gordon 610-940 2668. Pennsylvania District, Voter Registration Volunteers have distributed thousands of Sunday, March 4 - Polish Film, Associated Polish Home Ballroom, mail-in voter registration forms in Southeastern 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 4 P.M., followed by Pennsylvania. It’s important that Polish Americans Biesiadne Kareoke - Polish Sing-along. Info call Debbie Majka continue to voice their opinions about key issues and remain active 215-627-1391. participants in the political process. As the sixth-largest ethnic group in America, Polish Americans have a strong voice, and that voice Sunday, March 4 - Polka Dance, Thaddeus Kosciuszko Club (TK), must be heard during every election. If you live in Pennsylvania and East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA. Music by the need a mail-in Voter Registration Form, call the Polish American Shoreliners Band, 3 to 7 P.M. Free parking. Admission price Congress office in Philadelphia, Monday through Friday, at (215) includes a meal. Info call 610-828-9352. 739-3408, and an application will be sent to you. This mail-in Voter Sunday, March 11 - Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Lecture, in the Registration Form is good for all Pennsylvania counties. Polish language, Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, March 26, 2012 is the last day for Pennsylvania voters to Northeast Philadelphia, 3 P.M. Speaker: Rev. Tadeusz Lizinczyk register for the primary election that will take place on Topic: “Amerykanska Czestochowa Duchowy Lider Polonii Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Amerykanskiej”. Info call 215-624-9954. All are invited. Free. Sunday, March 18 - Polka Pals “Luck of the Irish Dance”, Sacred Polish American Radio Program Heart Parish Center, Cornwall Road & 419, Cornwall, PA. Music Serving Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware by PA Villagers Band, 2 to 6 P.M. Info/tickets call Frank Difava 7 days a week since 1925 717-273-3661. Monday to Friday 11:00 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM Saturday, March 24 - Dutchland Polkateers “Denim and Diamonds Dance”, St. James Social Hall, 505 Woodcrest Avenue, Local News, Music, Special Features and News from Poland Lititz, PA. Music by Shoreliners Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info/tickets in the Polish Language with Hostess Barbara Ilnicka call Gordon 610-940-2668. Thursday 11:45 A.M. - 860 AM Sunday, April 1 - Polka Dance, Thaddeus Kosciuszko Club (TK), Pauline Fathers Radio Program East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA. Music by the from Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA in the Polish Language Naturalistix Band, 3 to 7 P.M. Free parking. Admission price includes a meal. Info call 610-828-9352. Saturday Variety Program Sunday, April 15 - Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Lecture, in the 11:00 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM Polish language, Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, In English hosted by Michael Blichasz Northeast Philadelphia, 3 P.M. Speaker: Dr. Maria Werner Wasik. Topic: “Rak pluc - Osiagniecia i Trudnosci w Leczeniu”. Info call Sunday 12:30 to 1:30 P.M. - 860 AM 215-624-9954. All are invited to attend. Free. Polish Language Variety Program with hostess Barbara Ilnicka Saturday, April 21 - Our Gang 40th Reunion Polka Dance, Associated Polish Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Listen to re-broadcasts 24 hours-a-day, 7 days a week Philadelphia. Music by Our Gang Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info call on the Internet at: PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com Debbie Majka 215-627-1391.