POLISH AMERICAN news April / May 2015

“P.K.M.” Celebrates Its Wesley Musial 2015 100th Anniversary Pulaski Parade Grand Marshal The Polish American Congress, On Saturday, May 16, 2015, the Polish Eastern PA District, is proud to Intercollegiate Club, better known by its announce that Wesley Musial will be the Polish initials, PKM, will celebrate its 100th Grand Marshal of the 2015 Pulaski Day anniversary at the Associated Polish Home Parade. Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road in Northeast Philadelphia. Wesley Musial is serving his second term as the Censor of the Polish Our community has celebrated centennial anniversaries for many National Alliance, America’s largest Polish organizations and churches in the Delaware Valley in recent national fraternal organization, which years, institutions founded because of the difficult circumstances was founded in Philadelphia, PA in of the officially “stateless” Polish people at the dawn of the 20th February, 1880. He was selected by the century. Collectively, their mission was to nurture a Polish Polish American Congress in recognition heritage in exile, to teach the language and traditions of Poland of his many years of participation with and, in essence, to fill the cultural and spiritual void in the Polish the Polish American Congress, Eastern PA District, the Pulaski Day soul. Therefore, given the history of the origins of Polonia in the Parade in Philadelphia and supporter of organizations in Polonia. Philadelphia area, we cherish and admire the milestone of these great founding groups of our community that have maintained Wesley will lead the Pulaski Day Parade in Center City their existence for over 100 years. However one of the most difficult Philadelphia on Sunday, October 4, which is one of the many concepts to accept is the reality that the Polish Intercollegiate Club events in the Philadelphia area held in recognition of the National of Philadelphia, an organization known for its eternal youth and Celebration of Polish American Heritage Month. exuberance, has now also reached the centennial mark. For more information about Philadelphia’s Pulaski Day Parade, The concept of a Polish collegiate group in the Philadelphia area visit the front page of the PolishAmericanCongress.com or was actually born as early as 1903 with a group of 5 students from PulaskiDayParade.com. For additional information, you can call the the University of Pennsylvania. However it was not until 1915 Polish American Congress office at 215-739-3408. Email address: that a sustainable group could be formed when 12 students met [email protected]. in Port Richmond and founded what was to become the Polskie Once again, the officers and members of the Polish American Kolko Miedzykolegjalne or PKM. They joined with another group of Congress, Eastern PA District, along with the entire Polonia, offer students from the Thomas Jefferson Medical school, which had been their congratulations to Wesley Musial, Philadelphia’s 2015 Pulaski meeting for over a year. The purpose of the new group was to unite Day Parade Grand Marshal. college students of Polish descent for participation and support in social, intellectual and cultural activities. The group met in several locations around the city and even owned its own clubhouse before finally settling at the Associated Polish Home. In addition to participation in Polish community events, PKM was active in putting on plays, amateur nights and musicals and for many years published an informative and entertaining PKM Polish American Cultural Center gazette. The group was active in supporting charities and sponsored Museum Exhibit Hall grants for eligible students. Traditional activities included formation of competitive sports teams, hayrides, Christmas caroling, Wigilia 308 Walnut Street gatherings and the annual selection of Miss PKM. Featuring Polish History and Culture Today we think of PKM as primarily a folk dance group, a group Open 10 AM to 4 PM that has performed in an impressive list of venues all over the FREE ADMISSION country and in Poland, but is actually a more recent addition to PKM, historically speaking. PKM in today’s day and age continues January through April to be a positive, lively force in the Polish American community whose Monday to Friday members are upstanding and good spirited role models to the youth of Polonia. I am proud to have been associated with this group for May through December nearly 40 years and I wish the group another “Sto Lat”. On behalf of the organizing committee, I invite everyone to help celebrate our Polish American Monday to Saturday “first 100 years” on May 16th, 2015 at the Associated Polish Home. Cultural Center Gift Shop is Open During For more information, please contact Maryann at 267-679-0624, 308 Walnut Street [email protected], or call Diane at (856) 912-1393. Regular Exhibit Hall Hours Philadelphia, PA 19106 Dr. Stephen S. Skorczynski (215) 922-1700 The entire Polonia extends congratulations, best wishes and Closed on Holidays much success to PKM on its 100th Anniversary! Dwiescie Lat! See more about P.K.M.’s 100th Aniversary on Internet at: PolishAmericanCenter.com pages 8-9 of this newspaper. Let Everyone Know You're Polish American Congress Eastern Pennsylvania District Newsletter 308 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 Telephone: (215) 739-3408 PolishAmericanCongress.com April / May 2015

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Museum’s Historic Refl ections Project “P.K.M.” Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary April / May The Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Historic Philadelphia presents Historic Refl ections from Polish and Polish American history on the Polish American Radio Program. The refl ections are organized in a daily format. Some of the dates may be 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 promotion, invention date, or some accomplishment that contributed to science, medicine, sports, or entertainment history. Other dates may be an anniversary of a historical event in Polonia or Poland’s history. For your information, we have listed a brief outline of historic refl ections for the months of April and May.

April 1, 1939 - Phil Niekro (Born) Phil Niekro was a proud Polish American and well-known pitcher in Major League Baseball. He was one of the most successful knuckleball pitchers of all time, with 318 career victories. Niekro was inducted P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish Harvest Festival “Dozynki”. into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997.

April 2, 2005 - Blessed John Paul II (Died) Pope John Paul II, the beloved Cardinal of Krakow, Poland, was elected to be the shepherd of the Universal Catholic Church in October, 1978, and served as Pontiff until his death on April 2, 2005. During his 27 years as Holy Father, he was recognized as a true son of Poland and an international leader of faith and justice. He was beatifi ed on May 1, 2011 by Pope Benedict XVI. April 3, 1849 - Juliusz Slowacki (Died) Juliusz Slowacki was a poet and playwright who wrote “The Trilogy of Polish History”. Pope John Paul II quoted Juliusz Slowacki’s works on more than one occasion. Slowacki had an infl uence over other great Polish poets such as Krasinski, Norwid, and Ujejski. His ashes were laid to rest in the Royal Crypt in Wawel Castle.

April 4, 1989 - Round Table Talks Ended The Round Table Talks took place in P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers performance from 1963. Warsaw, Poland, between February 6th See more about P.K.M.’s 100th Aniversary on pages 8-9 and April 4th in 1989. As a result of the of this newspaper. Round Table Agreement, Solidarnosc became a legal political party, free elections would be scheduled and massive changes for the better began to take place in Poland. It was the beginning of the fall of Communism in central Europe.

April 5, 1804 - Vincent Dziewanowski (Born) Vincent Dziewanowski was an American pioneer who established the city of Pulaski, Wisconsin. This was the beginning of many schools, bridges, roads and towns named after General Casimir Pulaski.

April 6, 1953 - Janet Nowicki (Born) Janet Nowicki is well known by her stage name, Polish American Cultural Center Janet Lynn, a champion fi gure skater who won fi ve consecutive United States Women’s National Skating Museum Gift Shop Championships. Open During Regular Exhibit Hall Hours

April 7, 1890 - Adam Styka (Born) For an order form, call the Gift Shop, Monday through Friday Adam Styka was a world renowned painter, born in between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. and a form will be mailed to you. Poland in 1890. Styka’s paintings of the Wild West are regarded by some critics as the best Western If you are on the Internet, there is an order form you can download. paintings ever painted by an artist. His religious Visit the Museum Gift Shop on the Internet at: paintings are located in churches in Europe and the United States. He is buried in the Alley of Merit PolishAmericanCenter.com at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Items are shipped United Parcel Service or Priority Mail in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

April 8, 1909 - Helena Modjeska (Died) For more information call (215) 922-1700. All Major Credit Cards are accepted. Consider the Gift Shop Helena Modjeska was a Polish actress of international fame who immigrated to the United for that special gift for a family member or friend. States in 1876. She became a star of American stages for many years with her portrayals of Shakespearian characters. Modjeska was the mother of Ralph Modjeski, the builder of the Benjamin Franklin and Tacony Palmyra Bridges in Philadelphia and several others across America.

J World Travel • Nina Tyra Visit the Polish American Cultural Center Museum 2626 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134 on the Internet at: (215) 634-6006 PolishAmericanCenter.com April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 3 Polish Constitution Day Celebrated in Southeastern Pennsylvania

From the Desk of Community-Wide David Chominski Polish Constitution Day Regional Representative 224th Commemoration Polish American Congress at the National Shrine of Eastern Pennsylvania District Our Lady of Czestochowa For Delaware County in Doylestown, PA The Polish American Heritage Association of Sponsored by the Delaware County, invites everyone to attend the Polish American Congress Eastern Pennsylvania District David Chominski 224th Anniversary Observance of the Polish Constitution at the Historical 1724 Sunday, May 3, 2015 Court House in Chester, on Friday, May 1, 2015, Mass 12:30 P.M. at 9:30 A.M. Polonia of Delaware County is proud to feature Debbie Majka as the guest speaker for Followed by the Youth Program the event. Debbie is the Honorary Consul of Poland, in Visitors Center 2:30 P.M. Southeastern Pennsylvania. Everyone is invited. Admission is free. This event is held every year with members of the Polish Community of Delaware County along with political representatives from the City of Chester and Delaware County. Debbie Majka Please come and feel the history of both the United States and Poland in the historical building, built in 1724, and still being used today. It is documented that “All the great lawyers and judges of Pennsylvania at some time Featuring performances by Adam Mickiewicz Polish Language School, gave services in the Chester Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Language School, Sloneczniki Court House. These included Children’s Folk Dance Group, St. Adalbert Polish Language School, Andrew Hamilton, James Wilson, Janosik Polish Folk Dancers and the P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers. Chester’s Historic 1724 Court House signer of the Declaration, Tench Francis and many more.” Download and print out a copy of the Polish American News via the Internet at: PolishAmericanNews.com When visiting historic Philadelphia, be sure to visit the Polish American Cultural Center Museum Poland’s Constitution of 1791 308 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA Second Oldest Democratic Constitution in the World and see the exhibit marking the 224th Anniversary of Poland’s May 3, 1791 In the late 18th century liberal movements swept through Constitution, the second oldest America, England and France, permanently changing their Democratic Constitution in the world. governments. This movement also had a profound effect in Poland in Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.com 1791. On the third of May that year the Polish legislature adopted a For additional information, call the Museum constitution very similar to the United States Constitution, making at 215-922-1700. Poland the second country in the world to adopt such a document. This development disturbed the strong monarchies surrounding Poland who were fearful that the liberal movement would also sweep through their countries. They soon invaded and partitioned Poland, crushing the movement and dividing the country. But the spirit of the Polish people could never be suppressed. For over 224 years, although faced with many trying events in their nation’s history, Poles and people of Polish descent have commemorated the May 3, 1791 Polish Constitution Day as a day of unity, love of freedom and belief in democratic ideals. Throughout the past 224 years, it was that endless Polish quest for freedom, peace and justice and the ideals of the May 3rd Constitution that united the Polish nation and the world’s Polonia - a unity that still unites Polonia with an indomitable Polish spirit. For additional information visit the Museum’s Internet site at PolishAmericanCenter.com.

United States Constitution - First Democratic Constitution in the World Drafted on September 17, 1787 - Ratifi ed in 1789

The handwritten original of the Government’s Law names the Constitution of May Third of the Year 1791, stitched into the great book containing the records of the Four-Year Seym (1788-1792) kept Poland’s Constitution - Second Oldest Democratic Constitution in the World at the Main Archives of Ancient Records in Warsaw. Drafted in 1788 - Enacted on May 3, 1791 April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 4

Historic Refl ections Continued • April / May

April 9, 1241 - Henry II the Pious (Died) Henry II the Pious (Polish: Henryk II Pobozny), was a Piast Duke of Silesia (Wroclaw), Krakow and Southern Greater Poland from 1238 until his death. During 1238 - 1239 he served as a regent of two Piast Duchies: Sandomierz and Opole-Raciborz.

April 10, 1943 - Andrzej Badenski (Born) Andrzej Badenski won a bronze medal in the 400 meter race in the Tokyo Olympics.

Greetings to Polonia April 11, 1877 - Tomasz Arciszewski (Born) from In 1944, Tomasz Arciszewski became the Prime Minister of the Polish Government-in-Exile in London, England. Eugene A. Gniewek In this position he was adamantly opposed to having Funeral Home new boundaries and a new Communist government Edward R. Czepulkowski, Supervisor imposed on Poland. April 12, 1973 - Krzysztof Oliwa (Born) 2711-13 E. Allegheny Avenue Philadephia, PA 19134 Krzysztof Oliwa, born in Tychy, Poland, was an NHL hockey player for the NJ Devils, Pittsburgh Penguins, 215-423-0432 NY Rangers, Boston Bruins and Calgary Flames. Krzysztof Oliwa, known as the “Polish Hammer”, Edward R. Czepulkowski, FD i staff & employees always played a very physical game of hockey. He is currently involved with the Polish National Hockey Program.

In Recognition of a April 13, 1872 - Jan Szczepanik (Born) Jan Szczepanik was a Polish inventor who held several Special Contribution hundred patents and made over 50 discoveries, many to the of which are still used today in the motion picture industry, photography and television. Jan Szczepanik Polish American Cultural Center Museum also worked on airplanes, helicopters and submarines. in Historic Philadelphia April 14, 1895 - Wiktor Labunski (Born) In Loving Memory of Wiktor Labunski, a Polish pianist and composer, was the director of the A. Groh and Blanche Schneider Kansas City Conservatory in Missouri from 1941 to 1958. Among his many musical accomplishments, Wiktor Labunski received an honorary Doctorate Yolanda Konopacka DeSipio of Degree from the Curtis Music Institute Bennett, Bricklin & Saltzburg, LLP of Philadelphia and was also a guest conductor of the Warsaw Philharmonic. Attorneys at Law • Call: (215) 423-4824 Available to assist clients throughout the April 15, 1865 - Olga Boznanska (Born) Philadelphia area & New Jersey in both the English and Polish Languages Olga Boznanska was a prominent Polish painter who was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta in 1938. Immigration, Personal Injury, She is known for her famous portrait called Girl with Worker’s Compensation & Real Estate Chrysanthemums.

April 16, 1935 - Bobby Vinton (Born) Bobby Vinton is the popular singer and entertainer, who proudly celebrates his Polish American heritage. My Melody of Love is one of the many recordings associated with Bobby Vinton.

April 17, 1025 - Boleslaw Chrobry (Crowned) Boleslaw Chrobry was King of Poland in 1025. He is known as Boleslaw the Brave for uniting and protecting the territories of Poland. He was a member of the Piast Dynasty.

April 18, 1988 - Mary Angela Truszkowska (Beatifi ed) Mary Angela Truszkowska founded the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Felix of Cantalice, the Felicians. Today the Sisters are engaged in education, health care, social service and pastoral services. Blessed Mary Angela was beatifi ed April 18, 1988 by Pope John Paul II.

April 19, 1943 - Warsaw Ghetto Uprising The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising was another major resistance against the Nazi troops who brutally occupied Poland during World War II.

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Historic Reflections Continued • April / May 2015 Museum Membership Appeal April 20, 1920 - Vilna Offensive The Polish American Cultural Center Museum The Vilna offensive was a campaign of the Polish-Soviet War volunteers invite you to support their efforts to of 1919–1921. The Polish army promote Polish history, culture, and pride by launched an offensive on April 16, 1919 to take Vilnius (Polish: Wilno) becoming a supportive member of the Museum from the Red Army. After three Exhibit Hall. Kindly complete the membership days of street fighting from April 19–21, the city was captured by Polish forces causing the Red Army to retreat. form below and return it with your donation. If you need additional information, contact the Museum, April 21, 1978 - Krystyna Chojnowska-Liskiewicz Krystyna Chojnowska-Liskiewicz of Poland became Monday through Friday, between 10 A.M. and 5 P.M. the first woman to sail around the world alone in a at (215) 922-1700, or visit us on the Internet at: 31-foot vessel. The trip took 401 days and covered 31,166 nautical miles. On April 21, 1978, Krystyna PolishAmericanCenter.com. Chojnowska-Liskiewicz completed her solo trip and gained her title “The First Lady of the Oceans”.

April 22, 1915 - Founding The Polish Museum of America’s Library was founded on April 22, 1915 in Chicago, Illinios, by the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America. The Library collects books and information on the history of Polonia in America and on the history of Poland.

April 23, 1989 - Mother Frances Siedliska (Beatified) Mother Frances Siedliska was the foundress of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth in 1875. The Polish American Cultural Center Museum Sisters serve in education, health care and social 308 Walnut Street - Philadelphia, PA 19106 - (215) 922-1700 services in Poland, France, England and the United States. Mother Frances Siedliska was beatified on Membership/Donation Form April 23, 1989, by Pope John Paul II. (Kindly return this form with your reply) In support of the Polish American Cultural Center Museum Exhibit April 24, 1908 - Józef Goslawski (Born) Hall, I am enclosing my membership/donation. I understand my Józef Goslawski was an author of numerous supportive membership entitles me to a one-year subscription monuments and portrait sculptures, sculpture to the Polish American News, published 6 times annually, and caricatures, medals, coins, renovations and drawings. notices of special events at the Polish American Cultural Center and His early works, generally not conserved, show some Museum. influence of cubism (self-portrait, portrait of Witold Date ______Chomicz), Szukalski’s ideas (sculpture caricature of Henryk Uziemblo), as well as forms similar to ideas of ___ General annual membership $35.00 the Polish Applied Art Society (design of the St. Franciscus altar). ___ Polish Eagle annual Membership $52.00 ___ Polish Patriot annual membership $75.00 April 25, 1333 - King Casimir the Great (Coronation) ___ Exhibit Hall Patron. Includes annual membership $100.00 Poland’s King Casimir the Great reigned between 1333 ___ Exhibit Hall Sponsor. Includes annual membership $250.00 and 1370. In 1364, Casimir the Great, known by his (Includes Listing on the Sponsors Directory) Polish name, Kazimierz Wielki, established Poland’s Total Enclosed $______first university in Krakow, which became Jagiellonian University. Please make check payable to the Polish American Cultural Center Or charge my: April 26, 1919 - Napoleon Cybulski (Died) ____ Visa ____ American Express ____ Discover ____ Master Card In 1895, Napoleon Cybulski discovered Adrenaline, a hormone which regulates brain and muscle Total credit card amount $ ______activity. Card # ______

CVV Code# ______Expiration Date ______April 27, 1941 - Marian Batko (Polish Teachers’ Day) On April 27, Polish Teachers’ Day of Remembrance Signature______and Peace, about a thousand Polish teachers and students paid homage to the victims of the Auschwitz Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Nazi camp. The date coincides with the anniversary of We are grateful for your support. the martyr-death in Auschwitz of the teacher Marian Your reply will be acknowleded by mail with a membership card. Batko, who gave his life for a 16-year-old fellow prisoner. Mailing Information (Please print or type your information here.) April 28, 1943 - Nicholas Minue (Died) Nicholas Minue (birth unknown – died April 28, 1943) Name ______received the Medal of Honor for military service on behalf of the United States of America in World War Address ______II. He received this recognition for charging a group of German soldiers that had a machine-gun position City ______State ______Zip ______near Medjez El Bab, Tunisia. He died during the charge. Born in Sedden, Poland, he enlisted in the Telephone: Area Code (______) ______United States Army in Carteret, NJ. He served in Company A, 6th Armored Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Division. E-mail ______

April 29, 1926 - Paul Baran (Born) Mail this form to: Paul Baran was one of the early developers of Polish American Cultural Center the Internet, ATM technology, and DSL modem 308 Walnut Street technology. He was born in Poland in 1926 and Philadelphia, PA 19106 his family emigrated to Boston in 1928. Mr. Baran Visit the Museum on the Internet at: has connections to Philadelphia through Drexel University where he did his undergraduate work. PolishAmericanCenter.com April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 6

Polish American Radio Program Historic Refl ections Continued • April / May Serving Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware 7 days a week since 1925 April 30, 1632 - Zygmunt III Waza (Died) Monday to Friday 11:00 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM Zygmunt III Waza (20 June 1566 – 30 April Local News, Music, Special Features and News from Poland 1632) was Grand Duke of Lithuania and Crown in the Polish Language with Hostess Barbara Ilnicka King of Poland, a monarch of Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth from 1587 to 1632, and King of Thursday 11:45 A.M. - 860 AM Sweden (where he was known simply as Sigismund) Pauline Fathers Radio Program from 1592 until he was deposed in 1599. He was from Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA in the Polish Language the son of King John III of Sweden and his fi rst wife, Catherine Jagellonica of Poland. Saturday Variety Program 11:00 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM May 1, 1908 - Krystyna Skarbek (Born) In English hosted by Michael Blichasz Krystyna Skarbek became a spy for the British Special Operations Executive during World War Sunday 12:30 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. - 860 AM II. She was well-known for her operations in Polish Language Variety Program Nazi occupied Poland and France. Due to her with hostess Barbara Ilnicka resourcefulness and success, more women were recruited by espionage organizations. Sunday 1:30 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. - 860 AM Polonia Today May 2, 1952 - Christine Baranski (Born) with producer & host Debbie Majka Christine Baranski is an Emmy and Tony Award Sunday 2:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. - 860 AM winning actress. She was born in Buffalo, NY. She Fr. Justin Radio Program is known for her outstanding performances in the TV series Cybill and Frasier. She also has had roles in Listen to re-broadcasts 24 hours-a-day, 7 days a week several movies including the Bird Cage and the Grinch on the Internet at: PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com that Stole Christmas.

May 3, 1791 - Polish Constitution Day Polish Constitution Day marked the second oldest democratic constitution in the world, enacted in Poland on May 3, 1791. This declaration of democracy remains a focal point for the Polish people who are reminded that Poland was the fatherland of documented democracy in Eastern Europe, second only to the democracy established by the American constitution adapted in 1787.

May 4, 1870 - Zygmunt Stojowski (Born) Zygmunt Stojowski was a friend of Peter Tchaikovsky and famous student of Ignacy Jan Paderewski. Stojowski was not only a brilliant concert pianist, he was known for being an outstanding professor, teaching countless Krakus Meat Market students in New York until the end of his life. He became a champion of the newly independent A Complete Polish Super Market Polish nation in 1918. Home Made Kielbasa - Imported Items from Poland 3150 Richmond Street, Philadelphia, PA May 5, 1846 - Henryk Sienkiewicz (Born) Henryk Sienkiewicz is a Nobel Prize winner for Telephone: (215) 426-4336 • Internet: KrakusMarket.com literature in 1905. Sienkiewicz was born in Poland in 1846 and is the author of “Quo Vadis?” and three other novels known as “The Trilogy”.

May 6, 1867 - Wladyslaw Reymont (Born) Wladyslaw Reymont received the Nobel Prize for literature in 1924 for his four-volume novel, “The Peasants”, completed between 1904 and 1910. Never before had an author presented the daily life and folkways of the Polish countryside.

May 7, 2004 - Waldemar Milewicz (Died) Waldemar Milewicz was a Polish journalist and war correspondent who was killed in a drive-by shooting in Iraq. It is believed that his car was followed by a group of Iraqi insurgents in another car. Milewicz’s car was clearly marked with a ‘press’ sticker. Despite that, when the attackers caught up with it, they opened machine gun fi re.

May 8 - Saint Stanislaus Feast Day Poland’s Patron Saint, Saint Stanislaus, an early Bishop of Krakow, Poland, was slain by King Boleslaw Smialy while celebrating Mass in 1079. His body lies in the cathedral of Wawel Hill in Krakow, Poland. Hundreds of Polish churches across the world are named after St. Stanislaus in honor of Poland’s Patron Saint. May 9, 1931 - Albert Michelson (Died) Albert Michelson was born in Strzelno, Poland, and emigrated to the U.S. with his family in 1855. He was a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, held several professorships at universities across the U.S. and received a Nobel Prize in physics in 1907. His passion was the accurate measurement of the speed of light. Using his interferometer, he paved the way for the development of the theory of relativity, formulated by Albert Einstein. April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 7 From the Desk of Increased Manufacturing Means Michael Blichasz More Jobs for Americans! American Workers Advocate If anyone asked you where particular products are available for Host of Saturday Variety Program at 11 A.M. sale, I’m sure you could offer them some suggestions on where to & American Workers Radio, Wednesdays at 11 A.M. shop. If you were asked which stores offered the largest selection 860 AM Radio, WWDB • Philadelphia, PA of American made products, could you answer that question with I welcome you to review the information from some authority? Changing the lack of knowledge about what is my recent weekly commentaries and ask that actually made in America has been one of the major goals of the you share this information with others. Buy American Made Campaign. We continue to ask our supporters to look at labels and spend more of their money on items made in AmericanWorkersNeedYou.com America so we can keep the jobs we presently have and create more jobs to meet the demands of America’s consumers. Results Matter! Help Us Get Results! In recent years we have focused No matter what we do in life, it takes effort to get results. For our efforts on the fact that too more than 30 years, the New Global Economy saw nations of the many products are being made world investing in industries that would employ their people and outside of America and not enough expand their economies. We see the success of foreign countries every are being manufactured in the time we go shopping and look at labels on products. Thirty years United States of America. As we after the New Global Economy moved forward we see that too many contacted national elected leaders of America’s long established industries opened up manufacturing we were often told that we live in overseas, or they contracted with companies in foreign countries to a FREE MARKET ECONOMY so produce what could and should still be made in the U.S.A. it’s diffi cult to create laws to keep One endless example of jobs lost to foreign countries is the businesses in America. That being long-respected clothing industry which employed millions of said, there is NO REASON why American workers for more than a century. It is unfortunate to the American people can’t create report that today the majority of the clothing sold in the U.S.A. their own demand for American is imported from other countries, while American workers made products. Every time WE lose income and stability. Working toward 50% of everything buy American made WE not only help private sector businesses sold in America being made in America is more than possible if we remain operational in the U.S.A. but also creates an ongoing support products made and assembled in the U.S.A. As businesses demand for products being made in America right now. Most expand in the U.S.A. millions of Americans will be back on the job, importantly, why can’t America’s national leaders help businesses designing, producing, distributing, marketing, and selling every in America be more competitive by offering them long-term tax possible product on the market. Our supporters are doing a great incentives? job promoting the 50/50 balance. It would be much easier for us to After 30 years of America being fl ooded by cheaper foreign achieve success if our national leaders joined our efforts and focused imports, it’s time for the American people to take charge of their their attention on the needs and concerns of the American people. own destiny and support the businesses and industries that are I urge you to go out shopping determined to support American employing Americans. It’s hard to understand how we allowed it to made products FIRST. I know it’s not always easy, but as you shop, reach the point where 90% or more of products traditionally made in you will fi nd more American made products in circulation than were America are NOW being imported from overseas. available just a few years ago. When shopping, speak up in support As we promote our 2015 theme “GROW JOBS IN AMERICA”, I of the Buy American Made Campaign so that business owners and urge you to take the Buy American Made Challenge and direct all of store personnel see that customers are willing to bypass stores that your buying power in support of American workers from the point don’t offer a reasonable selection of American made products. of production to the point of sale. Thanks for promoting our efforts! It’s time to shift the New Global Economy so it benefi ts America! America Needs US! With your help we continue to create a win-win situation for American workers and America’s economy. Kindly spread the word Restore Trade and Industrial Arts Programs and spend more of your dollars on products that refl ect the workmanship of American workers. There continues to be an outstanding response to the American Workers Radio broadcasts discussing EDUCATION in America. Listeners agree that every junior high and high school student must Parents Need to Speak Up be offered the opportunity to participate in TRADE programs like: As we continue to promote the restoration of Trade and Industrial Plumbing, Electrical, Heating and Air Conditioning, Mechanics, Arts Programs in America’s schools, I urge parents to speak up Carpentry, Automotive, just to name a few as well as Industrial now for the well-being of their children. The loss of so many Arts Programs like: Engineering, Drafting, Clothing Design and Vocational Education Programs has affected the future of Manufacturing, Furniture, Appliances, Welding and dozens of others America’s youth and America’s economy. If schools had prepared that refl ect life-long skills needed by America’s businesses. young people for the job market with general hands-on experience, 25 years ago, junior high and America would never have lost so many private sector jobs to high school students were offered outsourcing. Students educated in the Trades and Industrial Arts academic courses as well as Trade would be ready to apply for jobs upon their graduation. This would and Industrial Arts programs during have made it easier for America’s industries to remain in America their regular school day. Today, because they would have had skilled workers available to help keep America’s young people need to businesses running and would have permitted them to compete with have access to trade programs that foreign competitors. will offer them hands-on experience After looking at present day job opportunities, parents agree it and future employment possibilities. is necessary for America’s schools to stress both academic and In the next few years there will be vocational courses equally. I don’t know why the Trade and a critical need to replace skilled workers who will be retiring. If Industrial Arts Programs were downsized 25 years ago, but I America does not have enough young workers to fi ll these jobs, this know that America’s young people would presently have more will be another reason for businesses to outsource manufacturing job opportunities now if the Trade and Industrial Art Programs around the world and choose to downsize their domestic operations. were still fully operational. Restoration of these programs requires We can’t allow this to happen so it is up to America’s taxpayers to that America’s taxpayers contact their elected offi cials and school contact their national and local elected offi cials and local school boards so action can be taken as soon as possible. Contact your boards to voice their support for the restoration of Trade and elected offi cials here: http://www.usa.gov/Agencies.shtml. Industrial Arts Programs in every school possible. When you call, ask Thanks for helping us promote jobs in America and the need to them for a written reply and let me know how you make out so I can expand Vocational Education Programs. Send your comments and share your responses with our supporters. Email me at: suggestions to: [email protected]. [email protected].

Support Your Local Businesses Throughout the Year and During National Small Business Weekend The First Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Every Month This message presented by American Workers Radio Broadcast Every Wednesday at 11 A.M. • 860 AM With Your Host Michael Blichasz & Guests NationalSmallBusinessWeekend.com Listen Live or Rebroadcasts at: AmericanWorkersRadio.com April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 8 Polish Intercollegiate Club of Philadephia - “P.K.M.” Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary

In early 1915, a group of 12 students met in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia and founded what became the Polskie Kolko Miedzykolegjalne “ P.K.M.”. The purpose of the new group was to unite college students of Polish descent to support social, intellectual and cultural activities. One of the first events sponsored by P.K.M. took place in May of 1915, as the group gathered to commemorate Polish Constitution Day marking the anniversary of the enactment of Poland’s May 3, 1791 Constitution, the second oldest written democratic constitution in the world. Since then the organization has helped keep the Heart of Polonia in America Beating Proudly.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish American Weekend at Penn’s Landing.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish American Festival, Doylestown, PA.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish American Weekend at Penn’s Landing.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish Constitution Day.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish Harvest Festival.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, May 3rd celebtation, Shrine of Czestochowa. P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish American Heritage Month celebration. April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 9 Polish Intercollegiate Club of Philadephia - “P.K.M.” Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary P.K.M. Polish American Cultural Ambassadors The P.K.M. Polish Folk Dance Group is one of the cultural activities of the Polish Intercollegiate Club of Philadelphia. In 1960, the organization expanded their community outreach and formed the P.K.M. Polish Folk Dance Group to promote Polish dance through public performances. The group consists of high school, college, graduate students and alumni and performs at various events each year including various events in the Philadelphia area, including the annual Pulaski Day Parade, Polish Constitution Day celebrations, the Polish Harvest Festival “Dozynki” and has also performed at festivals in Poland. As the Polish Intercollegiate Club marks its 100th Anniversary and their P.K.M. Polish Folk Dance Group marks its 55th Anniversary, P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Pulaski Day Parade. the Polish American Congress and Polish American Cultural Center Museum join with all of Polonia to extend congratulations and our thanks for promoting Polish history and culture and for bringing so many people together during the last century to celebrate Polish pride. These photos are just a few examples of the Dance Groups efforts to highlight the beautiful dances and regional customs of Poland. We thank everyone for their ongoing efforts. Dziekujmy Bardzo i Dwiescze Lat! Michael Blichasz

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish American Night at the Phillies.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Pulaski Day Parade.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Pulaski Day Parade.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish Harvest Festival “Dozynki”.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Polish Constitution Day.

P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers, Pulaski Day Parade. P.K.M. 50th Anniversary Committee - 1965 April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 10

Historic Reflections Continued • April / May Polish American Social Services “PASS”

May 10, 1955 - John Radecki (Died) Special Appeal John Radecki (also known as Jan Radecki) From the Board, Staff and Constituents of PASS, (1865 - 1955) was a master stained glass The prolonged recession has been difficult for many people. This artist working in Australia, considered to be is especially true for those who are trying to address the situation the finest such artist of his time. Radecki on their own as they have done their entire lives. was born on August 2, 1865 at Lódz, Poland to Pavel Radecki and his wife, Victoria. Polish American Social Services (also known as United Social Services and PASS) has been a leading force in helping people in May 11, 1935 - Jozef Pilsudski need, especially those who are experiencing age-related difficulties, or are living on a fixed income with no possibility of extra income Jozef Pilsudski was a Polish revolutionary, to keep up with the rising cost of living, or those facing long-term statesman, Field Marshal, and Polish Chief of State. unemployment. Many face language and cultural barriers and have He is considered largely responsible for Poland no place else to turn to. having regained her independence in 1918. Many For many years, PASS and many similar organizations helped Polish and Polish American organizations, schools constituents remain financially self-sufficient with various public services grants. Unfortunately, the prolonged recession has caused May 12, 1970 - General Wladyslaw Anders (Died) many of these grants to be reduced or cut completely. General Wladyslaw Anders was a Polish freedom In addition to serving the Polish/Slavic communities in fighter and military leader during World War II. In Southeastern Pennsylvania, the agency assists constituents from addition to leading Poland’s cavalry units during six additional ethnic groups through its United Social Services Poland’s invasion in 1939, General Wladyslaw Outreach Program. As a one-stop point of contact, PASS helps Anders is known for creating Anders Army. Anders individuals remain self-sufficient by helping them access many forms was also the leader of several successful battles of assistance that remain available. which freed Monte Cassino, Italy, from Nazi occupation. We appeal to supporters to join in our mission of building self- sufficiency for thousands of constituents each year. PASS avoids May 13, 1984 - Stanislaw Marcin Ulam (Died) directing people to government welfare programs that promote Stanislaw Marcin Ulam was a Polish mathematician chronic dependence by helping constituents address a temporary who participated in the Manhattan Project and difficulty with income enhancement programs like energy, utility proposed the Teller–Ulam design of thermonuclear and property tax rebates or discounts, and the tax freeze for the weapons. He also invented nuclear pulse propulsion low-income elderly. In this way, constituents retain personal dignity, and developed a number of mathematical tools self-confidence and psychological well-being. Kindly help us continue in number theory, set theory, ergodic theory, and our mission. algebraic topology. Cut out the form below and return with your donation.

May 14, 1948 - Walter Olkewicz (Born) United Polish American Social Services Walter Olkewicz is an actor who played Marko in Wizards and Warriors. He also guest starred in Polish American Social Services (“PASS”) many TV shows including Night Court, Seinfeld, United Social Services ER, and Who’s The Boss. He also played Jacques 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 • (215) 923-1900 Renault on Twin Peaks. Outreach Services in Southeastern Pennsylvania Internet: UnitedSocialServices.com May 15, 1951 - Dr. Frank Wilczek (Born) Donor Reply Form Dr. Frank Wilczek received the 2004 Nobel Prize in To help raise additional funds from matching grants available to Physics for the discovery of asymptotic freedom. Dr. Polish American Social Services, I offer my donation in support of the Wilczek is a professor of physics at the prestigious services listed below. Kindly check one or more: M I T University and is considered one of the world’s most eminent theoretical physicists. Community outreach services to people of all ages to build self- sufficiency in time of need. May 16, 1902 - Jan Kiepura (Born) Information, referral and direct assistance to low income senior We remember Jan Kiepura, known as the greatest citizens. Polish tenor. Jan Kiepura made his American debut Senior citizen services for individuals seeking bilingual services. with the Chicago Opera Company in 1931. His performances won him title roles in major operas and Employment outreach services. he made several recordings during his career. Educational outreach media services (print, internet and radio) directed to helping constituents avoid a crisis by timely May 17, 1941 - Grace Zabriskie (Born) information about benefits and services Grace Zabriskie is an American actress. She Donor & Mailing Information (Please print or type your information.) has appeared in many popular American films and television series. Zabriskie may best Donation categories: be remembered in her role as Mrs. Ross, a $25.00 $50.00 $75.00 $100.00 Total donation: $ recurring character on the sitcom, Seinfeld. She played the mother of another doomed daughter, Susan Ross - George Please make check payable to: Polish American Social Services Costanza’s fiancee. 308 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 May 18, 1920 - Karol Wojtyla (Born) Name ______Karol Wojtyla was elected Pope on October 16, 1978 and died on April 2, Address ______2005. He is known as Pope John Paul The Great. City ______State ______Zip ______Phone: (_____) ______E-mail ______May 19, 1939 - Tomasz Sikorski (Born) Pianist Tomasz Sikorski was born in Warsaw in Charge my donation to: 1939. During his life he wrote chamber, orchestral, solo and choral music. In 1975, he was awarded ____ Visa ____ American Express ____ Discover ____ Master Card a senior Fulbright scholarship from the United Total credit card amount $ ______Card #______States government which allowed him to work at the Columbia-Princeton Electronic Music Center CVV Code# ______Expiration Date ______in New York. Tomasz Sikorski’s work is frequently performed at contemporary Music Festivals throughout the world. Signature______

May 20, 1881 - General Wladyslaw Sikorski (Born) Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. We are grateful for your support. General Wladyslaw Sikorski was a Polish military and political leader. During World War II, General ____ You may list my contribution _____ Do not list my contribution Sikorski became Prime Minister of the Polish Government in Exile and Commander-in-Chief of the You can also donate online from the link at: Polish Armed Forces. PolishAmericanSocialServices.com April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 11 Polish American Social Services “PASS” PolishAmericanSocialServices.com • UnitedSocialServices.com Polish American Social Services “PASS” Job Seeker and Job Training Outreach United Social Services Outreach Program Sponsored by: Main Offi ce: Polish American Social Services “PASS” 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 Telephone: (215) 923-1900 • Fax: (215) 922-1518 Open Monday to Friday • 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Internet: PolishAmericanSocialServices.com Telephone: (215) 923-1900 Outreach Services in and around the Philadelphia area Do You Have A Resume?

If you, a family member, or friend have a question concerning social PASS encourages job-seeking clients to prepare an outline of services, call PASS and discuss your needs with a representative. their work experience, or a resume, before they apply for any type of All calls are CONFIDENTIAL, and PASS will either give you the employment. A written resume helps job seekers present their job information you need, handle your service directly, or refer you to the qualifi cations to a prospective employer. A PASS staff associate can proper agency that can assist you. review your current resume, update it, or develop a new one with Clients wishing to visit the main offi ce at 308 Walnut Street, or one you to prepare you for your job interview. of the outreach sites, are asked to call in advance so that a Social This service is available at the offi ce of Polish American Service Representative can tell you what documentation you will Social Services, 308 Walnut Street in Center City Philadelphia. need to bring with you to process your request. Call to make an appointment for this free service at (215) 923-1900. You can view an outline of several programs available to senior citizens and individuals of all ages on the PASS Internet site at What If I Am Satisfi ed With My Current Resume? PolishAmericanSocialServices.com. For additional information, call PASS, Monday through Friday, If you are already satisfi ed with your resume, live in the State between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. at (215) 923-1900. of Pennsylvania and want to share your availability with potential employers, mail your resume to PASS and your resume will be shared with prospective employers. Mail your resume to: Senior Discount on Water Polish American Social Services Employment Outreach PASS reminds senior citizens living in the city of Philadelphia that 308 Walnut Street they can apply for the 25% water and sewer discount program. Philadelphia, PA 19106 To qualify, you or your spouse must be: Fax to: (215) 922-1518 65 years of age or older Email to: [email protected] have an annual household income of less For more information call PASS, Monday through Friday between than $32,000,(approximately $2,625 per month.) 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. at: (215) 923-1900. Additional Requirements include: Proof of Age Proof of Address Attention Employers! Proof of Household Income People seeking employment often contact PASS. The staff will Those who qualify will receive a 25% discount on every monthly be pleased to alert job seekers of Job Openings that have been water bill. There are many people still eligible who have not applied. reported. For more information or an application contact PASS at If your place of employment is about to or has posted a position, 215-923-1900. kindly let “PASS” know about that opening. Call Monday through Friday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. (215) 923-1900, or send the job opening information to: Real Estate Taxes Attn: Employment Information The Real Estate Tax/Rent Rebate Polish American Social Services Program is being administered now. New 308 Walnut Street applications are available. Homeowners Philadelphia, PA 19106 and renters can get back as much as $650 Kindly include qualifi cations needed, starting salary and where to on last year’s real estate taxes or rent. go for an application and interview. The income limit is $35,000 annually for homeowners and $15,000 for renters to qualify. It is important to know that only Medications and Prescription Plans half of your Social Security or SSI counts toward the income guideline. Age requirements are 65 or older, PACE PLUS is the name being used for the living with a spouse that is 65 or older, widow or widower between PACE/PACENET programs, (the Pharmaceutical the ages of 50 to 64 or permanently disabled between the ages of 18 Assistance Contract for the Elderly) that help and 64. For more information call PASS at (215) 923-1900. pay for prescription drugs. The new name refl ects how this program works with Medicare Part D. It can provide better coverage for those who have both PACE/NET and Medicare D. This Fuel Rebate Program LIHEAP program has two qualifying income categories As in previous years, the Low Income Home for determining eligibility. Seniors, age 65 or Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also known older with incomes as follows: for PACE, a as the Fuel Rebate Program, began on single person $14,500; a couple $17,700. For November 3, 2014 and is scheduled has been PACENET, a single person between $14,500 and extended to May 1, 2015. $23,500 or a couple between $17,700 and $31,500. For more info For those who are not familiar with the program, there is no and to get an application call PASS at (215) 923-1900. age restriction to apply. The household income must be within the The Pennsylvania Patient Assistance following guidelines: Program Clearinghouse Number in Household Approximate Monthly Income Annual Income 1 $1,458.75 $17,505 This program works with Pharma (Pharmaceutical Manufacturers) 2 $1,966.25 $23,595 to get prescription drugs for those unable to pay. For more 3 $2,473.75 $29,685 information, call 1-800-955-0989. 4 $2,981.25 $35,775 5 $3,488.75 $41,865 6. $3,996.25 $47,955 “PASS” works closely with the For more information on fi ling requirements or to get an Philadelphia Corporation for Aging to application, call PASS at (215) 923-1900. provide information and assistance to the elderly. For information regarding services available in Philadelphia and Special Greetings from Southeastern Pennsylvania, call PCA’s Leon A. Mankowski, Esq. helpline number at (215) 765-9040 or PASS (215) 923-1900. Attorney-At-Law www.PCACares.org April / May 2015, Polish American News - Page 12

Port Richmond Pharmacy Historic Reflections Continued • April / May Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 A.M. to 8 P.M. May 21, 1674 - Jan Sobieski (Coronation) Saturday: 8:30 A.M. to 2 P.M. Sunday: 8:30 A.M. to 12 Noon Jan Sobieski became King of Poland on May Closed on Sundays in the Summer 21, 1674. It was Sobieski who defeated the Turkish Armies during the battle of Vienna in “Mowimy po polsku”! 1683, which in turn saved Europe and Western 2512 East Clearfield Street • Philadelphia, PA 19134 civilization. He has been honored for centuries as the “Defender of Christendom.” Tel: 215-426-5099 Fax: 215-426-4401 www.PortRichmondRx.com May 22, 1993 - Mieczyslaw Horszowski (Died) Email: [email protected] Pianist Mieczyslaw Horszowski was an internationally acclaimed pianist and music • Friendly Competent Service • Polish & Albanian Translation teacher whose performances were widely recorded. • Always Prompt Courteous Service • Free Delivery & Rx Pick-Up Mieczyslaw Horszowski was also a teacher at the • Family Atomosphere • All Insurance Accepted Curtis Institute and continued to teach and perform • Convenient Location • Food Mart, Gifts, Keys Made, Greeting Cards until shortly before his death in Philadelphia in • ATM Inside • Medical Supplies 1993 at the age of 100. • Open 7 Days A Week • Free Blood Pressure / Diabetes Screening • Lottery Tickets • UPS Drop Off & Pick Up May 23, 1883 - Cyprian Norwid (Died) Nicholas Masino: Owner / Pharmacist John Masino: Owner / Manager Cyprian Norwid was a nationally esteemed Polish Gerry Masino: HR / Customer Relations Manager poet, as well as a prominent sculptor, dramatist and painter. His work was not appreciated during his Kristie Masino-Monoky: Pharm. D. lifetime. Cyprian Norwid is now considered one of Winner “Best of Port Richmond” 2007 • 2008 • 2009 • 2010 • 2011 the four most influential poets of Poland. Winner of “Best of River Wards” 2012 May 24, 1543 - Mikolaj Kopernik (Died) Polish astronomer Mikolaj Kopernik, known by his Latin name “Nicholas Copernicus”, was born in the city of Torun, Poland. Copernicus is the Father of Greetings to Polonia in Modern Astronomy, known as the man who moved Philadelphia and the Tri-State Area the earth and stopped the sun.

from the May 25, 992 - Mieszko I (Coronation) Mieszko I was a Duke of Poland and the first historical ruler of Poland. Member of the Piast dynasty, he was son of the legendary Siemomysl, grandchild of Lestek and father to Boleslaw Chrobry, the first crowned prince of Poland, and Swietoslawa-Sygryda, a Nordic queen.

May 26, 1956 - Aloysius Szymanski (Died) Aloysius Szymanski, professionally known as Al Simmons, was a player in Major League Baseball for For information and a list of our locations, over three decades. Al Simmons was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1953. He is on the list of visit us on the Internet at: the 100 Greatest Baseball Players in Major League www.PSFCU.com Baseball. May 27, 1887 - Kazimierz Fajans (Born) Kazimierz Fajans, a Polish American physical chemist, was the co-author of a work entitled, “The Polish Museum of America Science of Radioactivity” and helped to formulate the America’s First Ethnic Museum law of radioactive moves. Kazimierz Fajans served as 984 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642 a university professor and researcher in Germany, England and the United States. 773-384-3352, ext. 104 • PolishMuseumOfAmerica.org Founded in 1935, the Polish Museum of America is one of the May 28, 1981 - Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski (Died) country’s first and largest ethnic museums. Polish and Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski was the leader of Polish American history is promoted through music, artworks, Poland’s Catholic Church during the dark days and historical and cultural displays. of Soviet Communist rule in Poland. Cardinal Wyszynski was the chief church official, the Primate of Poland, from 1948 until his death on May 28th in Greetings from 1981.

Richard L. Krzyzanowski, Esq. May 29, 1987 - Jack Ham (Hall of Fame Induction) Krzyzanowski Foundation Jack Ham was inducted into the National Polish American Sports Hall of Fame on May 29, 1987. He played for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970’s and is considered one of the greatest outside linebackers 2535-37 Castor Avenue (Castor & Aramingo) in the history of the NFL. Philadelphia, PA 19134 • 215-744-1531 May 30, 2005 - Tomasz Pacynski (Died) Stop in and ask for a frequent dinner card Tomasz Pacynski was a Polish fantasy and science There’s No Place Like The Neighborhood Your 11th Meal Free! fiction writer. He was one of the creators, and since 2004, the chief editor of Fahrenheit, the first Polish Internet science fiction fanzine. He published short Ewa Matczak, D.M.D. stories in such magazines as Science Fiction, SFera, General Dentistry and Fantasy, and in Internet fanzines such as Fahrenheit, Esensja, Fantazin and Srebrny Glob. 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Frank), the long time Memorial gifts in honor of relatives and friends help continue Pastor of St. Laurentius Church in the mission and programs provided at the Polish American Cultural the Fishtown section of Phladelphia, Center Museum Exhibit Hall, 308 Walnut Street in Historic passed away. Fr. Gwiazda, ordained in Philadelphia. The Museum promotes public awareness of Polish 1969, was respected for his service to history and heritage and welcomes tourists from across the United the Catholic Church. He was known States and around the world who visit the Exhibit Hall during their as a proud priest, great speaker, tour of Historic Philadelphia. and a person who loved to sing and Kindly use the form below to make your donation. Every promote his Polish heritage. Fr. Frank donor will receive a donation acknowledgement letter along with a served as Pastor of St. Laurentius Memorial Acknowledgement Card which can be sent to the family of Church, the oldest Polish Church in the deceased. We would also appreciate having you list the Polish the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, PA, American Cultural Center as a suggested charity in obituary for 27 years until he retired. He also served as Assistant Pastor at notices. For additional information, contact the Center Monday St. Hedwig Church in Chester, PA, St. Laurentius Church, St. John through Friday between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. (215) 922-1700. Cantius Church and St. Adalbert Church in Philadelphia, prior to being named pastor of St. Laurentius Church. Memorial Donation Registration Form The Funeral Mass was held on Saturday, March 7th, at the Chapel The enclosed donation for the Polish American Cultural Center of St. Francis Center in Darby, PA. A Memorial Mass was held on is in memory of: Thursday, March 12th in St. Adalbert Church, Thompson Street and Name: Allegheny Avenue, in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia. Members of the Polish American Congress, Polish American Date Deceased Heritage Associations, and Polonia, extend condolences to Fr. Gwiazda’s family. May he rest in peace. Donated by: Donations to the Museum in Memory of Name Date Rev. Francis A. Gwiazda Address Michael Blichasz & Family City State Zip Mr.& Mrs. John J. Krakowiak & Family Email People of St. Laurentius Church Telephone ( ) Donation enclosed $ Polish American Congress Eastern PA District Make check payable to: Polish American Cultural Center Polish American Congress Pulaski Day Parade Committee 308 Walnut Street Polish American Cultural Center & Museum Philadelphia, PA 19106 Kindly return this entire form with your donation. Polish American Radio Program 860 AM Radio, WWDB Donations are tax deductible. Polish American Social Services Donations will be acknowledged in writing and memorial names and Theresa B. Romanowski donors will be listed in the next edition of the Polish American News. 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From The Desk Of Michael Blichasz From the Desk of American Made Movie In Philadelphia Mary Ann Zerkowski, President Berks County Polish American Board of Education [email protected] The Polish American Board of Education of Berks County will award thirteen scholarships totaling $27,000 to Berks County high school seniors of Polish descent at its 70th anniversary banquet on Sunday, April 12, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Reading Country Club, Route 422, Exeter Township. For more information and reservations contact Helen Nowotarski at 610.777.4598. On Sunday, April 26 at 2:00 P.M., the Polish American Heritage Dear Friends and Supporters, Association of Berks County is sponsoring a joint meeting with the Berks County Genealogical Society in the Genealogical Society’s On Wednesday, April 29, 2015, the Panel of American Workers Suite 413 in the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, 201 Washington Radio will welcome Mark Andol, Founder of the Made in America Street, Reading, PA. At the meeting volunteers from the Genealogical Store who is featured in the American Made Movie, as he visits Society will instruct the attendees on how to use the computer to Philadelphia. He will join us as we promote the expansion of jobs research information about their ancestors. Members and friends of and job skills in America and efforts like National Small Business PAHABC are invited to attend the seminar. Individuals attending the Weekend, the fi rst Friday, Saturday and Sunday of every month. We program are asked to give a $5 donation to the Genealogical Society. invite our supporters to be our guests at the following events: The Polish American Heritage Association of Berks County is 1. 6 P.M. on Wednesday, April 29th, we invite you to be our conducting its seventh annual Polish Open Golf Tournament on guest at the showing of the American Made Movie at the Ritz Saturday, May 16. At 1:00 P.M. Scramble will take place at the Movie Theater, 214 Walnut Street in Historic Philadelphia. Manor Golf Club, 153 Bran Road, Sinking Spring, PA. The cost of (Parking is free on Wednesday evening from 5 P.M. to 12 the tournament is $70 per golfer which includes all you can drink midnight in all areas that normally require a paid kiosk parking beer and soda, lunch and dinner. Registrations to participate in the meter ticket). tournament must be submitted no later than May 8 to Toni Wade, 2. Meet Mark Andol Reception after the movie at the Polish 102 W 46th St., Reading, PA 19606. Questions can be directed to American Cultural Center, 308 Walnut Street from 7:30 to Marilyn at 610.779.5523 or email [email protected]. 8:30 P.M. (one block away). Admission is Free. If you would like to attend, contact us using the Email Reply Form Thank You Supporters! located on the front page of: AmericanWorkersRadio.com. Kindly The April/May 2015 Polish American News is Sponsored by: respond by April 25, 2015. American Workers Radio Michael Blichasz, Host of American Workers Radio Michael, Marion & Donna Blichasz [email protected] Casimir & Renee Kowalski Mr. & Mrs. John J. Krakowiak If anyone is interested becoming a June/July Polish American News Sponsor, call the Polish American Cultural Center at 215-922-1700.

From the Desk of Diane Misthal President, Associated Polish Home 9150 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114 215-624-9954 Friends of Polish Home: With Spring upon us, Polish Home begins this year with new sense of purpose. Many of our member organizations are planning fun Polish American Heritage Association activities that will be engaging and fun, as well Manayunk, Roxborough & Surrounding Areas Group as culturally meaningful. We invite you to explore the Calendar and plan to attend as many as you can. In cooperation with Polish American Cultural Center Friday evening, May 8th, Polish Home will host the Stan Borys 308 Walnut Street - Philadelphia, PA - PolishAmericanCenter.com concert in our banquet hall. This legendary singer will perform at For information about our upcoming meeting, contact: 8PM and include many of his most popular songs in his program. Helen Cyzio (215) 482-3040 You can get your ticket at Polka Deli or Polus Agency. On Saturday, May 9th, from 7 AM until 9 PM we will have the honor to facilitate elections for the President of the Republic of Poland. You will need a valid Polish passport and register online in Syrena Auto Body Shop order to participate. Please contact Deborah Majka for more details: (215) 627-1391. 6201 Oxford Avenue • Philadelphia, PA • (215) 535-6606 691 Bethlehem Pike • Montgomeryville, PA • (215) 361-1900 The St. John’s Night Picnic will once again return to Polish Home on Sunday, June 28th. Please join us for an afternoon of fun activities, great food and music! The newly elected Executive Board and Directors create a very Polish American Travel Service dynamic team and will work together for the betterment of Polish Home. We are charting a new agenda for the 115th year of our Travel Reservations • Translation Services existence and with your support, will make this year a great one! PEKAO • Parcels to Poland I want to thank all the volunteers for the many efforts they have 2714 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134 contributed over the last year to improve our facility. We appreciate (215) 634-3396 your participation.

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Saturday, April 11 - Cabaret, sponsored by the Marcella Kochanska Saturday, May 2 - Family Entertainment, sponsored by Sembrich Chorus, Associated Polish Home, Vistula Lounge, 9150 Association of Polish Families, Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 8:00 P.M., songs, skits, Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 3 to 9 P.M. Family karaoke, entertainment, snacks. Info call Debbie Majka activities, music, cash bar. Info call 215-624-9954. 215-627-1391. Sunday, May 3 - Polish American Congress Polish Constitution Saturday, April 11 - Polka Dance, Chambers Hill Fire Hall, Day Mass and Youth Program, National Shrine of Our Lady of 6400 Chambers Hill Road, Harrisburg, PA. Music by Variety Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA. Mass, 12:30 P.M., Tones Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info call Sandy Smith 717-752-7013. Youth Program, 2:30 P.M. Info call 215-739-3408. Sunday, April 12 - Berks County Polish American Board of Sunday, May 3 - Polka Party, Thaddeus Kosciuszko Club (TK), Education Scholarship Banquet, Reading Country Club, East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA. Music by Route 422, Exeter Township, cocktails 4 P.M., dinner 5 P.M. the Shoreliners Band, 3 to 7 P.M. Free parking. Admission price Music. Info/reservations call Helen Nowotarski 610-777-4598. includes a meal. Info call 610-828-9352. Sunday, April 12 - Polka Dance, Thaddeus Kosciuszko Club (TK), Sunday, May 3 - St. Joseph History Society Annual Armed East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA. Music by the Forces Day Mass & Flag Blessing, St. Joseph Church, 1010 Shoreliners Band, 3 to 7 P.M. Free parking. Admission price Liberty Street, Camden, NJ, 10:30 A.M. Honoring current and includes a meal. Info call 610-828-9352. former members of the military. Refresments following Mass in Friday, April 17 - Girls Night Out, sponsored by Secret of Flowers, lower hall. Info call Grant Wilinski 609-965-2614. Associated Polish Home, Vistula Lounge, 9150 Academy Road, Sunday, May 3 - “Swing Into Spring Polka Blast” Dance, Northeast Philadelphia, 8 P.M. Learn how to create wreaths as Sunnybrook Ballroom, 50 Sunnybrook Road, Pottstown, PA, demonstrated by professionals. Info call Anna Kwasniewska 12 Noon to 8 P.M. Music by Eddie Forman Orchestra, O’Such 215-301-7041. Rhythm & Music Band, and The Boys Band. No BYOB - No BYOF. Saturday, April 18 - Family Entertainment, sponsored by Info call Janet O’Such 610-326-2915 or Walt Kazmierczak Association of Polish Families, Associated Polish Home, 9150 610-375-3051. Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 3 to 9 P.M. Family Friday, May 8 - Stan Borys Concert, Associated Polish Home, 9150 activities, music, cash bar. Info call 215-624-9954. Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 8 P.M. Tickets available at Saturday, April 18 - Annual International Spring Festival, North Polka Deli and Polus Agency. Info call Anna Kwiasniewska Penn High School, Valley Forge Road & Sumneytown Pike, 215-301-7041. Lansdale, PA,11 A.M. to 5 P.M. Food vendors, international Saturday, May 9 - Polish Presidential Elections, Associated Polish displays, live entertainment, activities for children and much Home, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 7 A.M. to more. Info call Lansdale Public Library 215-855-3228. 9 P.M. Must have a valid Polish passport and register online before Free admission. Everyone is invited. May 8th. Info call Debbie Majka 215-627-1391. Sunday, April 19 - Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Lectures, in the Saturday, May 9 - Polish Police Association of Philadelphia Polish language, Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, Annual Founder’s Day Banquet, King’s Caterers II, 4010 New Northeast Philadelphia, 3 P.M. Speaker: Dr. Ewa Matczak, Falls Road, Bristol, PA, 6 P.M. to Midnight. Music by Eddie dentist. 4 P.M. Speaker: Dr. Tomasz Pudlocki, Professor from Forman Band and Chuck Pendrak with the Music Box Band . Krakow, Poland. Info call 215-624-9954. All are invited to attend. Cocktail hour, surf and turf sit down dinner and a 6 hour open Free. bar. Info call Edward McCloskey 215-425-4783. Sunday, April 19 - Country Western Polka Dance, Sacred Heart Saturday, May 9 - Polka Dance, Chambers Hill Fire Hall, 6400 Parish Center, Cornwall Road & 419, Cornwall, PA. Music by Joe Chambers Hill Road, Harrisburg, PA. Music by Polka Who Band, Stanky & Cadets Band, 2 to 6 P.M. Info call Joe 717-566-5704. 7 to 11 P.M. Info call Sandy Smith 717-752-7013. Sunday, April 19 - St. Josesph Church, Camden, NJ, Swieconka Saturday, May 9 - Polish Dinner Night, St. John Cantius Luncheon (Buffet/Brunch), 12:30 P.M., Collen’s International Auditorium, 4435 Almond Street, Bridesburg section of Catering at Royal Cracovia, 510 White Horse Pike, Magnolia, NJ. Philadelphia. Price includes golabki, pierogi, placki, plus more, Info/reservations call Connie 856-456-9120. dessert and beverage. BYOB. Dinners served from 4 to 7 P.M. Sunday, April 19 - Polka Spring Fling, St. Mary Church, 94 Walnut Info call 215-535-6667. Road, Hamburg, PA. Music and dancing 1 to 5 P.M., doors and Saturday, May 16 - Polish American Heritage Association of kitchen open 12 Noon. Music by Polka Country Musicians Band. Berks County 7th Annual Polish Open Golf Tournament, Ticket includes hot buffet. No BYOB and NO BYOF. Info call Manor Golf Club, 153 Bran Road, Sinking Spring, PA, 1 P.M. 610-562-7657. Info call Marilyn Wlazewski 610-779-5523. Saturday, April 25 - Cabaret, Associated Polish Home, Vistula Saturday, May 16 - Polish Intercollegiate Club (PKM) 100th Lounge, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 8 P.M. Great Anniversary, Associated Polish Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Show, cash bar, free entry. Info call 215-624-9954. Road, Northeast Philadelphia. Cocktails 6 P.M. followed by a short Saturday, April 25 - The Polish Arts Club of Trenton 69th Annual program and dinner at 7:30 P.M. Music by Our Gang Band. Info/ Polonaise Ball & Scholarship Awards Dinner, Trenton Country reservations call Maryann 267-679-0624 or Diane 856-912-1393. Club, Sullivan Way, West Trenton, NJ, cocktails 6 P.M., dinner Sunday, May 17 - Patriotic Polka Dance, Sacred Heart Parish 7 P.M. Music by Dennis Ostopowicz Orchestra. This year Center, Cornwall Road & 419, Cornwall, PA. Music by Polka Who Honoree Andrzej Pitynski. Info/reservations call William Band, 2 to 6 P.M. Info/tickets call Joe 717-566-5704. Muszynski 609-448-6393. Sunday, May 17 - Painting Party, St. John Cantius Auditorium, Saturday, April 25 - Grand Opening of the Polonia Garden Club 4435 Almond Street, Bridesburg section of Philadelphia, of Philadelphia, (the first American Garden Club in the U.S.) 1 to 3 P.M. Ticket includes supplies and instructions. Bring your & Tree Planting Ceremony, Associated Polish Home, 9150 own refreshments. Info call 215-535-6667. Academy Road, Notheast Philadelphia, 9:30 A.M. Free trees Monday, May 25 - St. Joseph Church, Camden, NJ Memorial available, courtesy of the Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Day Mass, St. Joseph Cemetery, Chews Landing, NJ, 10 A.M. Info Department. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by April 20 call rectory 856-963-1285. to [email protected] Saturday, June 6- Polka Dance, Emigsville Fire Co., (Alert Fire Sunday, April 26, Polish American Heritage Association of Berks Hall), George Street, Emigsville, PA. Music by Making Memories County & Berks County Genealogical Society Seminar, Goggle Trio Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info call Betty 717-292-3723. Works Center for the Arts, 201 Washington Street, Suite 413, Reading, PA, 2 P.M. Info call Marilyn 610-779-5523. Sunday, June 7 - Annual Polish Parish Festival, St. Mary’s Church, 250 S. 12th Street, Reading, PA., 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. Sunday, April 26 - Designer Bag Bingo, St. John Cantius Parish Music, Polish food, games, and much more. Rain or Shine. Auditorium, 4435 Almond Street, Bridesburg section of Info call Shelly 610-376-6321. Philadelphia. Doors open 12:30 P.M., bingo begins 2 P.M. Ticket price includes buffet lunch, dessert, beverages plus 10 Bingo Saturday, June 13 - Polka Dance, Chambers Hill Fire Co., Games. Basket Auction, 50-50 chances will also be available. 6400 Chambers Hill Road, Harrisburg, PA. Music by the By Info call 215-535-6667. Request Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info call Sandy Smith 717-752-7013. Friday, May 1 - Polish Constitution Day Commemorative Saturday June 20 & Sunday, June 21 - Polish Food Festival, Program, Historical 1724 Court House, Avenue of the States, St. John Cantius, 4415 Almond Street, Bridesburg section of Chester, PA, 9:30 A.M., sponsored by the Polish American Heritage Philadelphia. Saturday beginning at 4 P.M., Sunday 12:30 P.M. Association of Delaware County. Guest speaker will be Debbie Polish food, Beer Garden, childen’s entertainment including the Majka, Honorary Consul of Poland, Southeastern Pennsylvania. moon bounce, local artists, musicians, Polish vendors and much Info call Judy Kucinski 610-494-6948. more. Artists and vendors are welcome, for info call Daniella Goral 215-289-1497 or [email protected] Saturday, May 2 - Polka Dance, Emigsville Fire Co. (Alert Fire Hall), George Street, Emigsville, PA. Music by Shoreliners Band, 7 to Visit the Polish American Cultural Center Museum online at: 11 P.M. Info call Betty 717-292-3723. PolishAmericanCenter.com