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Published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal non-profit association Vol. LXXII HE KRAINIANNo. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 EEKLY$1/$2 in Ukraine UkrainianT communityU marks 40th anniversary PACE expressesW concern over Rada’s of Taras Shevchenko monument in Washington new move on constitutional reform by Serhiy Zhykharev Church in the U.S.A. Ukraine’s by Roman Woronowycz before presidential elections were to be Ukrainian National Information Service Ambassador to the United States Press Bureau held. Mr. Oliinyk said during a press con- Mykhailo Reznik was joined at the cere- ference in Kyiv that PACE members had WASHINGTON – The Ukrainian mony by the general secretary of the KYIV – The Parliamentary Assembly stated that they would take a very serious community in the United States com- Ukrainian World Congress (UWC), of the Council of Europe (PACE) reacted look at the situation in Ukraine during the memorated the 40th anniversary of the Victor Pedenko, as well as representa- negatively on June 23 to word that the organization’s autumn session. pro-presidential majority coalition in unveiling of the Taras Shevchenko mon- tives of various Ukrainian American “It looks like we are going to have Ukraine’s had success- ument in Washington with a special pro- organizations. very serious problems in October,” com- fully moved an initial reading of a new gram here on Saturday, June 26. The ceremony opened at 4 p.m. with a mented Mr. Oliinyk. effort at Constitutional reforms. Organized by the Shevchenko 40th greeting from Bohdana Urbanovych, On June 23, 276 national deputies National Deputy Borys Oliinyk, head of Anniversary Commemoration chairperson of the Shevchenko 40th approved the first draft of a new piece of the Ukrainian delegation, which had Committee, on the initiative of the Anniversary Commemoration legislation introducing changes to the returned from the weeklong summer ses- Ukrainian Congress Committee of Committee, who stated: “We gathered Constitution and turning Ukraine from a America (UCCA), in cooperation with sion of PACE on June 24, said PACE mem- system dominated by the president to one here today to honor the Kobzar’s memo- bers were “shocked” to hear that the pro- other Ukrainian civic organizations, the ry and the fact that so many Ukrainians dominated by the Parliament. In such a commemoration was held in the park presidential forces in the Ukrainian system lawmakers would form a majority came to this ceremony proves that our Parliament had attempted to revive the near the monument, where some 500 community, just like 40 years ago, coalition that would appoint the prime people gathered to honor the memory of political reform legislation after the minister and his Cabinet, severely reduc- remains strong and unified. Let us join Verkhovna Rada had failed to muster the the great Kobzar and demonstrate unity our efforts and work together for the ben- ing the president’s authority. within the community. necessary two-thirds majority on April 8 to Opposition members have stated that efit of our community and Ukraine. In allow changes to the Constitution of Buses and cars from as far away as unity is our strength.” political reform, while needed, is being Long Island, New Jersey, Philadelphia Ukraine. The changes, if they had been pursued by the pro-presidential forces at UCCA President Michael Sawkiw Jr., approved, would have transferred much of and New York made their way to who served as master of ceremonies for this time to head off what looks like a Washington to participate in the event. the powers of the president to the prime better than even chance that National the event, underscored that the Ukrainian minister and set up a system in which the Also present were hierarchs of the community in the United States should Deputy , head of the Ukrainian Catholic and Ukrainian Parliament chooses the head of government. oppositionist Our Ukraine bloc, can win stand together in this important time for PACE issued a statement on June 24 in Orthodox Churches: Archbishop Stefan Ukraine. “We gather at this monument 40 the presidential election on October 31. Soroka, metropolitan of the Ukrainian which it expressed reservations about There is fear that a new president could years later to express our solidarity as a continued attempts by certain forces with- Catholic Church in the United States; unified Ukrainian American community, cause a major upheaval in the country’s Metropolitan Constantine, primate of the in the Verkhovna Rada to force through steeped in our long 125-year history on changes to the Constitution only months (Continued on page 11) Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the these American shores. Thus, the power- U.S.A.; and Archbishops Antony and Vsevolod of the Ukrainian Orthodox (Continued on page 9) Presidents Kuchma and Bush Filip Konowal’s Victoria Cross meet, briefly, at NATO summit by Roman Woronowycz Kyiv Press Bureau returnedTORONTO – Officials to Canadian have con- Commenting War onMuseum the news, John B. firmed that Filip Konowal’s Victoria Gregorovich, UCCLA chairman and KYIV – Ukraine’s Cross has been returned to the safekeep- president of RCL Branch 360, said: “We President Leonid Kuchma ing of the Canadian War Museum, after were delighted when Konowal’s Victoria and U.S. President George having been missing for over 30 years. Cross was found, and we celebrate the W. Bush finally sat down On April 2 the Ukrainian Canadian even better news that it will be returned and talked to one another Civil Liberties Association’s director of to its rightful owners, the people of – even if it only involved research, Dr. Lubomyr Luciuk, received Canada. All of us will now have a chance a few passing phrases. an e-mail from Iain Stewart, who lives in to see this VC in the new Canadian War The two were seated Devon county, England, informing him Museum.” near one another at the that this VC, long thought to have been He added, “We expect that Konowal’s official banquet given on “misplaced” within the War Museum’s medal will be permanently displayed June 28 for the nearly 30 collections, was for sale by Jeffrey Hoare there, a reminder not only of this state leaders present for Auctions, of London, Ontario. Ukrainian Canadian’s valor but of all the the NATO Summit in The immediate intervention of sacrifices made by those Canadians who Istanbul, Turkey. They Canadian War Museum officials and the were distinguished with the highest were separated only by RCMP prevented the sale, and authenti- medal that the British Empire ever Prime Minister Tony cation procedures conducted over the bestowed, the Victoria Cross. And, most Blair of the United past few months have confirmed that the certainly, we look forward to learning Kingdom in the alphabet- medal in question was a genuine Victoria just where Konowal’s medal was these ical-by-country seating of Cross and indeed the one earned by Filip many years – a tale in its own right, yet the leaders. Konowal, a Ukrainian Canadian, for his to be fully told.” The fact that the two valor during the Battle for Hill 70, near Joe Geurts, director and CEO of the presidents have not met Lens, France, on August 22-23, 1917. Canadian War Museum, said: “The at least once during Mr. A recovery ceremony is being planned Canadian War Museum is delighted to Bush’s first term has for August 23 at the Canadian War announce the return of the Konowal been the subject of much Museum, in concert with the Royal Victoria Cross. ... It is a great day for the speculation in political UNIAN/Valery Solovyov Canadian Legion Branch 360 (Konowal Presidents Leonid Kuchma and George W. Bush in Branch) and the UCCLA. (Continued on page 3) (Continued on page 11) Istanbul during the NATO summit. 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27

ANALYSIS NEWSBRIEFSNEWSBRIEFS Yushchenko makes the first move Ukraine marks Constitution Day with Ukraine, Interfax reported. Mr. Kuchma said that Ukraine has undergone in the presidential election campaign KYIV – President Leonid Kuchma said important changes over the past five years, on June 28, on the occasion of Constitution adding that its pace of economic growth by Jan Maksymiuk the most vigorous contributors to voting Day, that “the adoption of the fundamental has been among the highest in Europe and RFE/RL Belarus and Ukraine Report Mr. Yushchenko out of his post of prime law sealed for all time our independence that the country is characterized by “the minister by the Verkhovna Rada in April and the will of the Ukrainian nation to live Our Ukraine head Viktor Yushchenko stability of its political situation and ethnic 2001. Mr. Zinchenko’s position in the in their sovereign state,” Interfax reported. tolerance.” He also said that, after a “period has chosen Verkhovna Rada vice-chair- SDPU became visibly upset in 2002 when Verkhovna Rada Chairman Volodymyr man Oleksander Zinchenko as manager of of loud but ineffective declarations,” rela- he failed to reform the television channel Lytvyn said that since the Constitution of tions between Ukraine and NATO are his 2004 presidential campaign, Ukrainian Inter, which is controlled by the party. Mr. Ukraine was adopted on June 28, 1996, media reported on June 14. According to headed in the right direction – “the way of Zinchenko resigned as Inter president in that date has come to symbolize national Mr. Yushchenko, Mr. Zinchenko’s main practical actions.” The president assured mid-2002 because of a standoff with Mr. consensus and “the superiority of national task will be to coordinate the campaign the alliance that Ukraine intends to contin- Medvedchuk, who reportedly objected to interests over the ever-changing political staffs of the parties constituting the Our ue participating in joint projects – in partic- his plans to transform Inter into a channel situation.” Mr. Lytvyn also said the Ukraine bloc, as well as the forces that ular the scrapping of ammunition and light that could be less dependent on the politi- Constitution needs to be improved and will form an election-campaign coalition weapons – and to take measures to make cal affiliations of its sponsors. “enriched by the experience of the creation with Our Ukraine. Ukraine’s military standards compatible In mid-2003 Mr. Zinchenko formally of a state.” Prime Minister Viktor “The election-campaign manager will with those of NATO. (RFE/RL Newsline) asked the SDPU leadership to be released Yanukovych stressed that the Constitution organize the work of analytical services, from the post of vice-chairman of the is not “an adamant dogma,” and that “the ... promises to assure election monitoring special projects, and react appropriately party as well as from the duties of a decentralization of the power [in Ukraine] to those events taking place during the ISTANBUL – President Leonid member of the SDPU leading bodies – is necessary.” (RFE/RL Newsline) presidential race,” Mr. Yushchenko told Kuchma on June 29 told participants at the the Political Council and the Political Hromadske Radio on June 15. “In other Yushchenko to run as independent NATO summit that Ukraine will “assure all Bureau. Mr. Zinchenko reportedly justi- words, [he will be in charge of] a rapid- necessary conditions” are made for fied his request by saying that he does reaction force.” KYIV – Our Ukraine leader Viktor observers’ work during the country’s presi- not share the position of the party leader- Mr. Zinchenko’s path to the opposition Yushchenko announced on June 28 that dential elections this fall, Interfax reported. ship on “many social and political Our Ukraine bloc was a curious one. In he will run as an independent in this Mr. Kuchma noted NATO members’ recent issues” and differs with them as to “the 1996 Mr. Zinchenko joined the Social fall’s presidential election, the UNIAN interest in Ukraine’s domestic politics, in Democratic Party-United (SDPU) led by understanding of ethical norms of life.” news service reported. Mr. Yushchenko particular the presidential election. He current presidential-administration chief His request was immediately satisfied. said he decided to run as an independent added that Ukraine expects “just one thing” , one of the most bitter In September 2003 Mr. Zinchenko was because while all the parties in the Our from outside election observers: “to report political opponents of Mr. Yushchenko. In expelled from the SDPU, reportedly for Ukraine Bloc support his candidacy, his objectively about events in the country and 1998 Mr. Zinchenko became first deputy failing to back a constitutional reform bill program also is supported by many bring this information to the broad interna- chairman of the SDPU. He was elected a prepared by Mr. Medvedchuk in coopera- organizations that are not associated with tional community.” (RFE/RL Newsline) Verkhovna Rada deputy in 1998 and re- tion with the Communist Party and the the bloc. “The main election struggle will elected in 2002 (both times from the SDPU Socialist Party. He has not joined any other take place not between representatives of Ukraine pressed to share NATO values list). In May 2002 he was elected a Rada party and so far remained in the post of particular parties but between the repre- ISTANBUL – NATO Secretary- vice-chairman, under the “quota” of parlia- vice-chairman of the Verkhovna Rada. sentative of the authorities and the repre- General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer on June mentary posts ascribed by the pro-govern- In April Mr. Zinchenko headed an ad sentative of the nation,” Mr. Yushchenko 29 reiterated his stance that Ukraine ment parliamentary majority to the SDPU. hoc parliamentary commission that went explained. (RFE/RL Newsline) should make greater efforts to absorb Mr. Zinchenko was regarded as one of to Mukachiv in the Zakarpattia Oblast to investigate Our Ukraine’s allegations that Official calls paper’s story “speculation” values shared by NATO members, Interfax reported. Among those values, the local authorities manipulated and falsi- KYIV – Vasyl Baziv, deputy head of Jan Maksymiuk is the Belarus and fied the mayoral election in the town on according to Mr. de Hoop Scheffer, are Ukraine specialist on the staff of RFE/RL the Ukrainian presidential administration, the superiority of law, free and fair elec- Newsline. (Continued on page 16) said on June 25 that the articles in The tions and media freedom. He stressed the Independent suggesting that President importance of NATO’s partnership with Leonid Kuchma was involved in the slay- Ukraine and praised the country’s mili- ing of journalist Heorhii Gongadze are tary reforms. “Ukraine does a good job,” Russian and Ukrainian authorities resort “speculation” in the run-up to the presi- he said. “But do not forget that the fur- dential election this fall, Interfax report- ther integration with NATO structures to inter-ethnic violence to block Yushchenko ed. “Making a ballot box of the headless means the protection and the observance journalist’s corpse is no less amoral than [of the] values on which the alliance was the beheading itself,” Mr. Baziv told by Taras Kuzio built.” (RFE/RL Newsline) that the authorities may attempt to incite reporters. He added that the investigation conflict in two ways. In November 2003 Eurasia Daily Monitor should be objective and honest, resulting Kuchma seeks specific path of cooperation Our Ukraine deputy Mykola Tomenko A November 2003 document prepared in the punishment of the journalist’s publicly discussed temnyky (secret KYIV – President Leonid Kuchma by Russian “political technologists” killers. “The man who is most interested instructions from the presidential admin- announced on June 29 that talks between working for Viktor Medvedchuk, head of in this is the president of Ukraine,” Mr. istration) that outlined plans for inciting Ukraine and the European Union regard- the presidential administration, has been Baziv added. (RFE/RL Newsline) instability and then imposing a state of ing the signing of a joint action plan leaked to Ukrainska Pravda (June 25). emergency (Ukrainska Pravda, Kuchma urges NATO to expand relations... should yield a specific program of cooper- The report outlines how President Leonid November 7, 2003). Plans to incite west- ation, Interfax reported, citing presidential Kuchma could win a third term by dis- ern versus eastern Ukraine were widely ISTANBUL – During his address on spokeswoman Olena Hromnytska. Mr. crediting his main opponent as a “nation- discussed by opposition circles in June 29 at the NATO summit in Istanbul, Kuchma said that Ukraine’s highest priori- alist” and an inciter of inter-ethnic con- November 2003, the same month the President Leonid Kuchma called on the flict. Interestingly, one month after the strategy was prepared (Ukrainska Pravda, Atlantic alliance to broaden its relations (Continued on page 15) strategy was produced, the Constitutional November 3, 12, 24, 2003). Another Court ruled that Mr. Kuchma could stand secret plan for a state of emergency, this for a third term, arguing that his first one put forward by Mr. Medvedchuk’s FOUNDED 1933 term (1994-1999) did not count because Social Democrats (SDPU), was leaked to it began before the 1996 Constitution. a Luhansk newspaper and then discussed THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY The third-term strategy was prepared in Ukraina Moloda (November 6, 2003). An English-language newspaper published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., six months before pro-presidential forces The first plan would be a state of a non-profit association, at 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Yearly subscription rate: $55; for UNA members — $45. tapped Prime Minister Viktor emergency leading to an indefinite post- Yanukovych as their candidate in April. ponement of the elections. Such a sce- Periodicals postage paid at Parsippany, NJ 07054 and additional mailing offices. 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In 2003 inflation finished the Kyiv Press Bureau year at 8.2 percent. Government predic- tions for this year put the pace of infla- KYIV – Ukraine’s economy continued tion at 5.8 to 6.3 percent. to sizzle in the first five months of 2004, Some experts at the National Bank of marking the sixth consecutive year of Ukraine, including Valerii Lytvytskyi, steady and at times spectacular growth. advisor to the central bank’s chairman, In January through May of this year the have said that the recent price increases Ukrainian economy grew 11.3 percent in gasoline and metal make the current over its energetic expansion from the projections unattainable. Mr. Lytvytskyi same period of last year, reported the said on June 23 that he believes an infla- State Statistics Committee on June 14. tion rate projection of less than 9 percent The May 2004 figure stood at 10.4 per- would be more realistic. cent. The development of the industrial sec- Growth in the country’s economic sec- tor, which grew by 17 percent in the first tor has been relentless in the last six five months of this year, continued to years, fluctuating from 4.4 percent to 10 drive Ukraine’s strengthening economy. percent each year. Last year it rose by 9.4 The highest production increases were percent. The government has projected registered in the machine-building indus- similar growth for this year. try (36.5 percent) and the pulp and paper More importantly, inflation, which sector (32.1 percent). Construction mate- was at four-digit levels in the early 1990s rial production rose by 29.9 percent, and remained at around 25 percent as while the lumber industry expanded by recently as 2000, has dipped to below 10 25.1 percent. United Nations Ukraine’s Foreign Affairs Minister Kostyantyn Gryshchenko with United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan. FOR THE RECORD: Kerry’s statement PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Capping a four- importance of increasing the U.N.’s role day working visit to the United States, in Iraq, specifically by playing a greater Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs part in the transfer of political power in onFollowing Constitution is the text of a statement Day, frShevchenkoom John Kerry, the presumptive monument Democratic Kostyantyn Gryshchenko met with that country. He also said that Ukraine is candidate for president, issued on the occasion of Ukrainian Constitution Day and United Nations Secretary General Kofi ready to help fulfill the mandate of U.N. the 40th anniversary of the Taras Shevchenko monument. The statement was made Annan in New York on June 22. Security Council Resolution 1546, which available on June 25 by the John Kerry for President campaign. A spokesman for Ukraine’s Permanent deals with the situation in Iraq. Mission to the U.N. told The Weekly that Later that day in New York, a working I am proud to celebrate the eighth anniversary of the Ukrainian Constitution. It Messrs. Gryshchenko and Annan met for meeting took place between Mr. was on June 28, 1996, that the citizens of Ukraine consolidated their sovereignty nearly half an hour and discussed a num- Gryshchenko and the U.N. representa- and independence after three quarters of a century of communist rule. Today, as ber of topics, including the aftereffects of tives of the multinational force in Iraq, Ukraine prepares for its upcoming presidential elections, Ukrainians have the the 1986 nuclear catastrophe in Chornobyl, according to the statement from the opportunity to demonstrate the power of democracy in Eastern Europe by select- the rapid increase in Ukraine of people Ukrainian Mission. ing their future leader through elections that fairly and freely reflect the will of infected with HIV/AIDS, and Ukraine’s Mr. Gryshchenko said that more work the people. Likewise, Ukraine’s economy is one of the fastest growing in Europe, role as a peacekeeping force in Iraq. was still required in Iraq. He noted the and by strengthening its commitment to the rule of law and transparency Ukraine According to a statement released by need for better coordination and coopera- can provide its citizens with a strong sense of hope and opportunity. Ukraine’s Mission to the U.N. on June tion among the stabilization force there; I am also glad for the strong partnership between the United States and 22, the two discussed cooperation and the creation of a system to share Ukraine. People around the world are safer thanks to the two countries’ joint between the U.N. and Ukraine in a num- information on political and military lev- efforts to rid Ukraine of nuclear weapons. Today, Ukrainian troops work side-by- ber of spheres. Mr. Annan thanked Mr. els between the countries that make up side with American troops in Iraq, and new links between Ukraine and NATO Gryshchenko for Ukraine’s role at the the multinational force, according to the have permitted a more effective partnership in U.N. peacekeeping efforts in the U.N., while Mr. Gryshchenko noted the statement. Balkans. It is in this spirit of peace and freedom that I also recognize the 40th anniver- sary of the Taras Shevchenko monument in Washington. Taras Shevchenko was a longtime advocate for Ukrainian independence, and his poetry celebrated the While in Washington, Gryshchenko proud history of the Ukrainian people. Born into serfdom, he dedicated his life to Ukrainian sovereignty, and the commemoration of his statue is a fitting symbol of Ukraine’s own independence. confers with U.S. government officials I congratulate the Ukrainian people on the anniversary of their Constitution, and applaud their efforts towards a stronger democracy and a promising future. by Serhiy Zhykharev UCCA, greeted the attendees. Ukraine is a vital European nation and American ally, and I am grateful for the Ukrainian National Information Service In his opening remarks, Rep. Weldon contributions it has made to the security of the world. Likewise, I am grateful for thanked Mr. Gryshchenko for his pro- the contributions that Ukrainian Americans have made to this country and take gressive, pro-Western foreign policy, WASHINGTON – While in the United great pleasure in celebrating Ukraine’s Constitution Day with them. which aims to integrate Ukraine into States for an official visit, Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic structures. The importance Minister of Foreign Affairs Kostyantyn of Ukraine’s role in the international Gryshchenko, a former ambassador to coalition in Iraq was also emphasized as the United States, returned to Washington testimony to Ukraine’s decision to partic- Konowal’s... to meet with various government offi- (Continued from page 1) ipate in the war against global terrorism. cials, including Secretary of State Colin Rep. Weldon also stated: “Let’s not museum and for all Canadians, as the Powell, National Security Advisor underestimate the importance of the medal is an important part of our nation- Condoleezza Rice and Deputy Secretary upcoming Ukrainian presidential elec- al collective heritage.” of Defense Paul Wolfowitz. In addition, tions, and their need to be held in a free According to the museum, Konowal’s he gave an interview to The Washington and democratic manner. We look forward story will be told in the World War I gallery Times. to continuing our relationship with the of the new Canadian War Museum opening On Monday evening, June 21, the Ukrainians to ensure transparency for the in May 2005 on LeBreton Flats. In a sec- Congressional Ukrainian Caucus (CUC) October presidential race.” tion of this gallery, the museum will present and the Ukrainian Congress Committee The co-chair of the Congressional the internment of Ukrainian Canadians dur- of America (UCCA) sponsored a dinner Ukrainian Caucus also mentioned the ing the first world war. Konowal’s story for Mr. Gryshchenko and members of close relationship that exists with the will juxtapose the fact that, while some Congress. The event, held in the Capitol Ukrainian community, in particular the Ukrainian immigrants were interned at building, was also attended by Ukraine’s Ukrainian Congress Committee of home by their government as enemy aliens, Ambassador to the United States America. Adding to Rep. Weldon’s com- others served with distinction overseas in Mykhailo Reznik, as well as representa- ments, Mr. Sawkiw welcomed the for- the Canadian armed forces. tives from the UCCA. eign affairs minister to Washington (his “The museum would like to congratu- As hosts of the evening’s event, Rep. first trip back since assuming his current late the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Curt Weldon (R-Pa.), co-chair of the position) and stressed the significance of on the swiftness of its investigation, result- CUC, and Michael Sawkiw Jr., and Ukraine’s foreign policy as it attempts to ing in the conclusion of this case and the The Victoria Cross medal awarded to Larissa Kyj, president and executive return of the medal,” added Mr. Geurts. Filip Konowal for his valor in 1917. vice-president, respectively, of the (Continued on page 24) 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27

OBITUARIES

Yaroslaw Haywas, 93, Danylo Shumuk, 89, rights activist, “the eternal prisoner” PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Danylo Shumuk, who served 42 years in various prisons and camps of Poland, Germany participant of Ukrainian and the Soviet Union for his political activity, died in Krasnoarmiisk, Ukraine, on May 21. nationalist movement The veteran national and human rights activist was the longest serving Ukrainian prisoner of conscience and was known as “the eternal prisoner.” He was born on December 30, 1914, in the village of Boremschyna in the Volyn Oblast. He joined the Communist Party of Western Ukraine at age 17 and was arrested in 1934 at the age of 19 and sentenced to eight years’ imprisonment by the Polish regime. Thanks to an amnesty, he was released in 1939 and returned home to Ukraine, which had become part of the USSR. He taught geography, but due to differences with Soviet authorities was relieved of his teaching job. In 1941 he was arrested by the Soviets as an “enemy of the people.” With the German invasion of the USSR, he was conscripted from prison into the Soviet army but was taken prisoner by the Germans. He escaped a German POW camp and in 1943 joined the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) and was appointed a political instructor in an officer training school. In 1944 he was the leader of an advance group of the UPA in the Zhytomyr region, which was soon disbanded. He was captured by the NKVD in December 1944 and was sentenced to death for treason. The sentence was Danylo Shumuk in a photo from 2003. Yaroslaw Haywas during his days at Svoboda. commuted to 20 years of hard labor in Norilsk, where he was one of the leaders of the Norilsk prisoners’ strike in similar statements renouncing his Soviet citizenship in PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Yaroslaw Haywas, an active par- 1953. 1973 and 1974. ticipant in the Ukrainian nationalist movement since his He was released in 1956 during the so-called “thaw” He participated in numerous protest actions and youth, died in the Hunter, N.Y., area on June 14. He was 93. but was rearrested the following year, after he refused to hunger strikes even though he was in ill health, and in Born on January 8, 1912, in Sosnivka, cooperate with the Soviet authorities by becoming an 1979, while still incarcerated, he joined the Ukrainian county, in western Ukraine, he was active in the execu- informer. He was sentenced to 10 years for “anti-Soviet Helsinki Group. tive of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists in agitation” and served the sentence in Vorkuta, Taishet On November 3, 1978, the Parliament of Canada 1937-1939 and was a leading OUN member at the time and Mordovia. passed a resolution to ask the government of the USSR of the German occupation of Ukraine. Due to his politi- After his release in 1967 Mr. Shumuk lived in to release Mr. Shumuk and permit him to emigrate and cal activity in the Ukrainian liberation struggle, he was Bohuslav, in the Kyiv Oblast. He became acquainted join his nephew in Canada. While he was secretary of often jailed by the occupiers of Ukraine. with some of the “Shestydesiatnyky,” particularly Ivan state for external affairs, Joe Clark made numerous As a result of World War II Mr. Haywas left Ukraine Svitlychny, Nadia Svitlychna and Yevhen Sverstiuk. requests to the Soviet government for permission for for Germany in 1945 and in 1950 emigrated to the United He was swept up in the wave of arrests of dissidents Mr. Shumuk to join his family in Canada, but Mr. States. He was known as a political analyst whose writ- in January 1972. His memoirs were confiscated, and he Shumuk was allowed to leave only upon the completion ings were published in numerous newspapers and period- was sentenced to 10 years of strict-regime camp and five of his sentence of 15 years. icals throughout the world, including Svoboda. years’ exile for “anti-Soviet agitation and propaganda.” He finished his five-year exile term in Karatobe in In March 1980 he joined the Svoboda editorial staff He served his sentence in a Mordovian concentration the Kazakh SSR on January 12, 1987. He emigrated to and worked at the daily newspaper for two years full- camp and his exile in the Perm Oblast. Canada on May 23, 1987, when he was reunited with time. Afterwards he continued to write political analy- He wrote in October 1972 to the Presidium of the his nephew, Ivan Shumuk of Vernon, British Columbia, ses and commentaries that were published on the news- USSR Supreme Soviet, asking to be stripped of his whose decade-old effort to free his uncle and bring him paper’s editorial page. Soviet citizenship. He argued that “It will be easier for to Canada finally succeeded. He lived in Vancouver and me to die ... in harsh imprisonment beyond the borders in Toronto and continued to be outspoken about human (Continued on page 23) of Ukraine if I am not a citizen of the USSR.” He made and national rights causes. He testified before the U.S. Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (the Helsinki Commission) and appeared in August 1987 before the American Bar The Ukrainian Weekly Press Fund: April Association to protest its agreement of cooperation with the Association of Soviet Lawyers. Amount Name City Malachowsky $750.00 Anonymous Wasyl Maruszczak Clifton, N.J. In a lengthy 1987 letter to the president of the ABA $100.00 Melania Banach Woodbridge, N.J. Evhen Rudakevych Leesburg, Ohio he wrote: “The rule of law... has never been the mark of Danya Grunyk Naperville, Ill. Julian Salisnjak Rochester, N.Y. the Soviet legal system, and it never will be. So long as Vera Szerszen Arlington, Va. Myron Sochaniwsky Mississauga, Ontario the Soviet legal system is subordinated to the $75.00 Ingert Kuzych Springfield, Va. C. Sonevytsky Arlington, Va. Communist Party of the Soviet Union, the party’s dic- $55.00 John Husiak New York, N.Y. Timothy Stakhiv Edison, N.J. tates, and not the rule of law, will govern society.” Wolodymyr Mohuchy Newark, N.J. Philip Yankoschuk Bayside, N.Y. He chronicled his life in several books: “Za M. Omelan Philadelphia, Pa. Ostap Zyniuk Silver Spring, Md. Marta Pereyma Dulles, Va. $5.00 Irene Adamchuk Milwaukee, Wisc. Skhidnym Obriyem” (Beyond the Eastern Horizon, $50.00 Zoryslava Gojaniuk Trenton, N.J. Dorothy Budacki Mogadore, Ohio 1974) and “Perezhyte i Peredumane” (My Life and $25.00 Ihor Bilynsky Philadelphia, Pa. Charles Bush Woodridge, N.J. Thoughts in Retrospect, 1983), both published in the Roman Bohonowych Kerhonkson, N.Y. Myron Jarosewych Downers Grove, Ill. United States; as well as the English version of his Zirka Clark Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Merle and Bonnie Toledo, Ohio memoirs, “Life Sentence” (published by the Canadian Mary Horbay Oakville, Ontario Jurkiewicz Institute of Ukrainian Studies in 1984), and “Z Gulagu Alex James Kachmar Sacramento, Calif. Joseph Kopystynsky Phoenix, Ariz. Eugene Kurdydyk Toronto, Ontario Mykola Leskiw Philadelphia, Pa. u Vilnyi Svit” (From the Gulag into the Free World, Paul Rewa South Deerfield, Mass. Sam Liteplo Brooklyn, N.Y. 1991). Bohdan Shebunchak Roseland, N.J. George Malachowsky Rochester, N.Y. In November 2003, at the age of 88 and ailing, he left $20.00 Olga Ariza Miami, Fla. Michael and Roma Long Island City, N.Y. for Ukraine with his daughter, Vera Kalach, who was Lydia Baltarowich Warren, Mich. O'Hara unable to obtain an extension of her visa in order to stay Joseph Luczka Hartford, Conn. Michael Rapacz St. Johnsville, N.Y. in Canada. In need of constant care, he moved in with Lubomyr Popowskyj Midway, Tex. Augustin Rudnyk Monrovia, Calif. Zenaida Uzuno Belleville, N.J. Michael Scyocurka Laguna Woods, Calif. his daughter in Krasnoarmiisk. $15.00 Christine Balynsky Denville, N.J. Dmytro Sich Alfred Station, N.Y. Arcadia Kocybala Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y. Wolodymyr Slyz Woodside, N.Y. Steve Kohut Warren, Mich. Marian Tymchyshyn Loudonville, N.Y. Want to reach us by e-mail? Olha Matula Rockville, Md. Patricia Myr Philadelphia, Pa. TOTAL: $2,015.00 Editorial materials: Alexander and Zynowia Troy, Mich. [email protected] Serafyn Sincere thanks to all contributors Adolph Slovik McAdoo, Pa. to The Ukrainian Weekly Press Fund. Advertising Department: Marion Woloshyn Whiting, N.J. [email protected] $10.00 Mary Decyk-Nowadly Niskayuna, N.Y. The Ukrainian Weekly Press Fund is the Eustachiy Derzko Lorton, Va. Helen Duda Old Bridge, N.J. sole fund dedicated exclusively to supporting Preview of Events: Deacon Yourij Flushing, N.Y. the work of this publication. [email protected] No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 5

THE UKRAINIAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM “Ukrainian-American Citadel”: Young UNA’ers from the pages of UNA history Following is part of a series of excerpts from “Ukrainian-American Citadel: The First 100 Years of the Ukrainian National Association,” by Dr. Myron B. Kuropas, published in 1996 by East European Monographs of Boulder, Colo. The excerpts are reprinted with the permission of the author. The book is available from the author for $25, plus $2.50 shipping, by writing to: Dr. Myron B. Kuropas, 107 Ilehamwood Drive, DeKalb, IL 60115. Chapter 4 The Americanization Process Although Ukrainization was the first educational priority of the RNS [as the UNA was then called] and Svoboda, Lydia Ruth Trofimenko-Moorehead, Americanization was not ignored. The daughter of Christopher J. Moorehead Alexander Michael O’Flaherty, son of United States offered Rusyn immigrants and Zoya L. Trofimenko-Moorehead of Joanna B. and Paul O’Flaherty of educational opportunities unthinkable in Wilmington, Del., is a new member of Canterbury, Conn., is a new member the old country, Svoboda often argued. UNA Branch 777. She was enrolled into of UNA Branch 254. He was enrolled “Let’s Americanize” through self- the UNA by her grandparents Dr. by his grandparents Yaroslawa and improvement, urged the RNS gazette. Swiatoslaw and Martha B. Trofimenko Andrew Buczko. “Let’s be critical of that which is bad in We are Americans also in order to buy a America but by all means let’s take keg of beer and a quart of whiskey for advantage of that which is good.” ... the dollar.” In 1894, Svoboda described the In a 1905 article titled “Sumni Visti” United States as a land where “everyone (Sad News), the author indentifed illiter- has the freedom to learn and to write and acy, alcoholism and a lack of education to become enlightened through books.” as the major problems facing the com- Having adopted such an attitude from its munity. ... inception, the RNS gazette was excep- Perhaps the most significant aspect of tionally critical of the typical peasant’s the Americanization process was RNS apathetic approach to learning. “Read, and Svoboda support for trade unionism read, read. It is very important,” urged in the United States. Like Father [Ivan] Svoboda. The RNS did more than just Wolansky before them, the American preach, however, and that same year the Circle urged America’s Rusyns to become RNS and Svoboda announced the publi- active in the fledgling union movements cation of a Self-Teacher and Dictionary in order to protect their economic inter- for American Rusyns. ests. On April 13, 1894, Svoboda wrote Svoboda rarely minced its words in about the “poverty-stricken status of addressing the shortcomings of the Rusyn- workers” in the United States. A few American community. Exhortations to months later, Svoboda elaborated: improve were often brutally frank: “Some “A number of English-American people say that if Rusyns had their liberty, newspapers, servants of capitalism, are Adriana Oksana Zura, daughter of Dr. Samuel Luke Meester, son of Andrea how nice life would be ... we take the bleating that the owners of coal mines Andrew M. Zura and Christina della Cava and Steven Meester of opposite view.... Our people don’t need should not raise the pay of striking coal Slobodian-Zura of Broadview Heights, Leonia, N.J., is the newest member of liberty. First they must have enlightenment miners but rather, they should hire Ohio, is a new member of UNA UNA Branch 450, the Plast branch, in and schooling.” Negroes who are willing to work for Branch 82. She was enrolled by her New York. He was enrolled by his grand In a series of articles that appeared lower wages. What terrible speculation grandparents Borys and Lubow Zura. mother Olha Dyhdalevych-della Cava. between October 7 and November 21, over human sweat and blood! ... Once 1895, and again in 1896, Svoboda empha- Irishmen and Englishmen were making sized that “Our indifference is the sole $5 a day as miners, but today a poor cause of our backwardness in the United Hungarian or Slav – Pole, Rusyn, States. ... Negroes have seven colleges, 17 Slovak – is expected to work for 75 academies and 50 high schools in cents a day.” America. And what do Rusyns have? ... Between 1895 and 1898, Svoboda devoted much space to articles related to Seven lazy layers of skins.” Comparing labor conditions in the United States Rusyns to Slovaks in the United States, under titles such as “Labor Affairs,” Svoboda declared: “Hey Brother Rusyns! “Labor Movement” (an irregular column Our brother Slovaks already have a nation- which reviewed job opportunities al home, schools, a hospital and a printing throughout the United States) and “Labor press. And we don’t even have enough News.” money to send a student for a higher edu- Svoboda also featured translations of the cation. Whose people are we?” On March articles and speeches of socialist Eugene V. 22, 1900, Svoboda began publishing a Debs (May 13 and August 5, 1897) – argu- Ukrainian-English dictionary and a U.S. ing that since Debs declared that strikes fact sheet. were protests against tyranny in the tradi- Critical of Rusyn reluctance to partici- tion of Patrick Henry, George Washington pate and to take advantage of the many and John Hancock, to better one’s econom- Alexander Roman Polatajko, who is almost 3 years old, and his twin sisters benefits life in the United States had to ic life was an American manifestation wor- Emily Teresa and Melanie Maria, are the children of Mark and Teresa Polatajko offer, Svoboda wrote: “American life thy of emulation by Rusyns. Labor-orient- of Parma, Ohio. The three were enrolled into UNA Branch 358 by a family and the life of the American Rusyn are ed articles with titles such as “On the Past friend, Taras Szmagala Jr. two separate worlds. ... It is clear that we and Present of the American Worker” are Americans because we live on (April 15, 1897); “Who Lives From American soil, we eat American bread. ... To subscribe: Send $55 ($45 if you are a member of the UNA) to The Ukrainian Weekly, What?,” a Polish article on economics We are Americans for the purpose of Subscription Department, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054 sending that dollar to the old country. ... (Continued on page 24)

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NEWS AND VIEWS THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY We came together to honor an MP Constitutional reform, or constitutional shenanigans? by Dr. Lubomyr Luciuk Why does he persist? It’s because of So, the powers in Ukraine are at it again: they’re trying to push through con- the kind of Canada Mr. Mark wants. stitutional reform in the run up to Ukraine’s presidential elections this October. Tellingly, the press didn’t show in He’s out for a country that remembers, a Why is this significant? Because the Ukrainian authorities’ attempts to make Toronto on June 14. We invited them, nation with the courage to recognize past major changes to the Constitution as Ukraine heads for its fourth presidential repeatedly. It didn’t matter. For the par- injustices, then atone for them. election since its re-established independence in 1991 have already been criti- liamentarian we came to laud was Inky Just over a decade ago that seemed to be cized by many Western observers, including the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mark. He represents a rural Manitoba the Liberal vision. As leader of the Council of Europe. In addition, there has been criticism of the manner in which riding, Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette. Opposition, Jean Chrétien promised his and this reform is being impelled both through the Parliament and the Constitutional You could almost hear Toronto’s media his party’s support for redress to the Court, which has issued rulings that support questionable parliamentary machi- mandarins snorting “who cares.” Ukrainian community. Inexplicably, once nations. (We refer readers to our colleague Roman Woronowycz’s news story of That the event was staged in Chinatown elected, he broke his word. No Liberal has April 11, plus his story on the front page of this issue.) and co-sponsored by two of Canada’s largest ever explained why. So, recently, all candi- Rapporteurs of PACE have noted in the past that the timing of the constitution- ethnic communities, Ukrainian and Chinese, dates were asked if they would endorse Mr. al reform is “inappropriate and dangerous, and therefore unacceptable,” adding not normally seen together, gave clues that Mark’s initiatives. For all the right reasons, that “all current discussions are influenced by the pre-election power struggle and we were up to something different, even and across party lines, the New Democratic can therefore not be unbiased.” The rapporteurs further stated: “The constitutional important. The nabobs missed those hints. Party (NDP) and the Bloc Quebecois did. So reform should be postponed until after presidential election of October 31, 2004, A briefing note might help: Over 2 mil- did many in the Green Party. Resolving the and then be properly discussed through open and public debate ... Furthermore, lion Canadians are of Chinese or Ukrainian Ukrainian and Chinese Canadian redress the constitutional reform can only be credible through a strict and unconditional heritage. Most live in urban ridings, partic- issues is also an official Conservative Party adherence to the provisions of the .” ularly in Ontario and western Canada, con- commitment, confirmed by its leader Now the Monitoring Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the stituencies where a few hundred votes will Stephen Harper. Disappointingly, only a Council of Europe has expressed “great concern.” In a statement issued on June make the difference, be the incumbent a handful of principled Liberals sided with 22, the committee says that, though constitutional reform “is in principle highly mere backbencher or even a Cabinet minis- Mr. Mark, as their party disgorged yet needed,” it should be “conducted in a democratic and transparent manner, in ter. And Ukrainian and Chinese Canadians another bromide on this subject, apparently strict compliance with the existing Constitution and taking into account the have decided to collaborate, during and in preference to a straightforward response. advice of the Venice Commission” [which reviews constitutional changes of after the June 28 federal election. Now we did not gather in Toronto in member-states of the Council of Europe]. Furthermore, it warns Ukraine that its What united us was Mr. Mark’s work June to endorse a political party. We came status as a member of the Council of Europe could be questioned if it engages in on redress. He introduced two private to thank Mr. Mark. He accepted a bronze unconstitutional acts or fails to carry out free and fair presidential elections. member’s bills aimed at securing official plaque depicting Ukrainians in the Castle National Deputy Borys Oliinyk, who heads Ukraine’s delegation to the PACE, acknowledgment of the wrongs endured Mountain concentration camp, engraved said assembly members were “shocked” by the latest attempt to propel constitu- by Ukrainians during Canada’s first with a simple phrase, “For Justice,” in tional reform – a June 23 vote that resurrected the matter in the Verkhovna Rada national internment operations and by English, French, Chinese and Ukrainian. despite the fact that Ukraine’s Constitution specifies that once an amendment is Chinese immigrants discriminated against The name of internee No. 1105, Mike defeated by the Parliament it can be revisited only in its next convocation (which with the now-infamous Head Tax. Melnyk, a fellow Manitoban, was also means it could only have been raised anew in the fall). Cynics will point out that Mr. Mark’s inscribed on this medal – lest we forget. At this point, we can only conclude that these attempts at constitutional riding has the highest percentage of None of this was reported. Instead, the reform clearly are not for the benefit of the people of Ukraine. In fact, they are Ukrainian voters in Canada and recall media seems determined to hear from constitutional shenanigans whose goal is simply to preserve the status quo and that his father and grandfather paid the “visible minorities,” especially from peo- guarantee the power and influence of a certain group (read: the presidential head tax, dismissing his motives as polit- ple spouting alarming forecasts about administration and its oligarch cohorts) in Ukraine. ical, personal or both. Wrong. Mr. Mark’s Mr. Harper’s supposed plans for under- It’s no wonder, then, that tent city protesters in Kyiv are now demanding: Ukrainian constituents are generally not mining the Charter. Meanwhile the good “Change the state leadership, not the Constitution.” interested in redress. Internees taught news about his pledge on redress isn’t their descendants how unwise it was to told. I will not apologize for apparently publicly identify oneself as a Ukrainian being invisible. And I do recognize how July in Canada, insisting conformity is a safer fear-mongering about a “right-wing” stratagem. Many changed their names agenda remains a trendy pastime. Turning the pages back... and otherwise hid their ethnic identity. But why aren’t Liberals ever asked why Though today some may be proud of they lied to Ukrainian Canadians? They 7 their culture, few know much about how had a decade to do the right thing, and did- the community was crippled when n’t. My kind of Canada prefers to talk 1996 Eight years ago, on July 7, 1996, The Ukrainian Weekly’s Ukrainians were branded “enemy aliens,” about what is, rather than harping about editorial commented on “perhaps the most historic moment in had what little wealth they had confiscat- bogeymen who might be. the short life of independent Ukraine” – the Verkhovna ed, were forced to do hard labor and were Please don’t think me naive. Rada’s adoption of a new Constitution of Ukraine. disenfranchised. They were told to forget Assurances given in elections often are, The adoption of the Constitution on June 28, “proved not all that, to avoid entanglement in any- as Ontarians have learned, fibs. What’s only to the citizens of Ukraine, but to the world, that this nation of 52 million is slow- thing deemed “too political.” So Mr. different this time is that the NDP, Bloc ly and steadily emerging as a major player alongside the member-states of the demo- Mark finds few votes because of what he Quebecois, many Greens and even some cratic European community,” The Ukrainian Weekly wrote. does for Ukrainian Canadians. And there Liberals have committed to redress. And “There is no going back for us,” said Justice Minister Serhiy Holovaty, one of the are not many Chinese in his riding. so has the new Conservative Party. In the main authors of Ukraine’s fundamental law. “We were given a choice, and we chose next Parliament, whichever way the elec- freedom,” he said, explaining that the newly adopted document, European in spirit Lubomyr Luciuk is a professor of tion goes, a majority of MPs will have and Ukrainian in character, in his mind, solidifies Ukraine’s independence and its political geography at the Royal Military already pledged themselves to our calls development as a democratic state. College of Canada and author of for recognition and reconciliation. I pre- “In many ways, the adoption of the Constitution consolidated the majority of the “Searching For Place: Ukrainian fer to believe they aren’t all liars. In fact forces in Parliament for the first time since Ukraine proclaimed its independence,” we Displaced Persons, Canada and the I’d like to think most of them will be just noted in our editorial. The marathon 16-hour session during which Ukraine’s funda- Migration of Memory” (reprinted 2001, like my friend, Inky Mark – a Canadian mental law was adopted “showed that in five years of independence, Ukraine’s law- University of Toronto Press). politician who keeps his word. makers had grown into statesmen, elected officials who represent the citizens of the democratic state of Ukraine.” Parliament Chairman Oleksander Moroz summed up the events of the night of June 27-28 most succinctly: “The strength of the Constitution is the fact that it created a precedent of unity in the Supreme Council, which I hope will be a lasting factor in the UCCLAFollowing are excerpts leader from areacts June 29 recognition to election and restitution, resultsasking them to work of the legislature.” comment on the results of Canada’s federal work together to bring closure to our calls And President Leonid Kuchma, present in the session hall for the Constitution vote, election by the chairman of the Ukrainian for justice. The Liberal Party of Canada just commended the Parliament for its work. “I want to say that, regardless of what side Canadian Civil Liberties Association, John witnessed its majority being undone, in part anyone took in the past, in this situation you all came down on the side of Ukraine. B. Gregorovich. The statement was issued a because many voters rejected their record of This last event proved that we, in a critical moment, are worthy of being called the day after the election, in which Canadians broken promises and their arrogance. representatives of the Ukrainian people.” elected a minority Liberal government. Today we have heard the Liberals say The Constitution was a long time in coming – Ukraine’s sovereignty had been pro- they were humbled and have learned from claimed six years earlier (on July 16, 1990) and its independence had been declared a The majority of MPs in the next this election about the importance of listen- year after that (on August 24, 1991). And it marked yet another peaceful transition for Parliament represent parties who officially ing to their constituents. Therefore, we are the independent state of Ukraine. As Justice Minister Holovaty so aptly pointed out: confirmed their support for redress to both calling upon all parties represented in the “The citizens of Ukraine went to sleep in one country, and got up the next morning in the Ukrainian and Chinese Canadian com- House of Commons to come together and a new, constitutionally legitimized democratic state.” munities for the injustices our groups experi- finally negotiate a resolution and a reconcili- enced. ... Now we call upon all MPs from ation with our communities, as set forth in Source: “Ukraine comes of age” (editorial), The Ukrainian Weekly, July 7, 1996. the Conservative Party of Canada, from the Inky Mark’s private member’s bills ... The Also in “Ukraine Lives!” – published on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of NDP and the Bloc Quebecois, along with time has come for a just settlement of these Ukraine’s independence, (Parsippany, N.J.: The Ukrainian Weekly, 2002). those Liberals who endorsed our calls for matters. ... No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 7 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Faces and Places Ms. Lew, as you travel in Ukraine, be proud that you represent a great country, by Myron B. Kuropas Response to Lew’s the United States of America. Know that we stood up to the terrorists and we will comments on U.S. win. Dear Editor: As Khristina Lew prepares for her trip Roman G. Golash to Ukraine, she questions whether she is Palatine, Ill. The Duranty campaignpublications and asits the aftermathToronto Globe and “a Ukrainian living in America” or “an Ukrainians in North America are Mail (a position criticized in a letter from American with roots in Ukraine.” She known for the many “truth campaigns” David Matas, senior counsel of B’Nai writes that our presence in Iraq is based we have launched over the years. B’rith Canada) and the self-serving arti- on information that now appears to be Months are spent in planning, weeks in “untrue,” noting that “it became difficult Canadian researchers implementing, but, unfortunately, only cle by David McCollom of the Columbia to be American.” Please allow me to minutes are devoted to following-up. How Journalism Review, a publication which, respond to her comments. remember James Mace often have we as a community written let- incidentally, coordinates the work of the Yes, I agree that it can be difficult to Dear Editor: ters, protest marched, phoned, sent e- Pulitzer Prize Committee. be an American – if you get all your The members of the board of directors mails, only to run into a brick wall of hos- An especially revealing and lengthy news from The New York Times or Peter of the Ukrainian Canadian Research and tility or indifference from those who were inclusion is Prof. David C. Engerman’s Jennings. Those two sources of informa- Documentation Center profoundly feel and remain unsympathetic to our legiti- article “Modernization from the Other tion used exclusively would drive any- the loss of Dr. James Mace. Since its mate concerns? Rarely do we leave behind Shore: American Observers and the Costs one to the extreme left. very beginning, the center had a special any permanent, documented record of our of Soviet Economic Development,” Ms. Lew, you should be proud to be relationship with Dr. Mace. efforts. Defeated, we walk away until the which appeared in the liberal American an American of Ukrainian descent. The center began its work on the docu- next time. Always the next time. Historical Review in 2000. Writing in the President George W. Bush has returned mentary film “Harvest of Despair” in the The recent “May Day” and “Red typically wooly and woeful academic pride and dignity to the White House. beginning of the 1980s. It commissioned October” anti-Duranty campaigns were style of many American historians, Prof. The war in Iraq is part of a global war the Rev. Porfiry Pidruchny of the Basilian different. There were tangible results and Engerman dismisses the writings of Prof. which I call World War IV. World War III Order in Rome to search for any docu- there was follow-up. Both can be found in Conquest and “émigré Ukrainians,” who was the war against the Soviet Union, ments dealing with the Ukrainian Famine the recently published book “Not Worthy: claimed “that Soviet leaders planned the which President Ronald Reagan won of 1932-1933 in the Italian State Archives, Walter Duranty’s Pulitizer Prize and The famine to satisfy genocidal desires to handily. (I refer readers to the good arti- where he was able to pool together the New York Times,” compiled by Prof. punish Ukrainians for their nationalist cle by Dr. Myron Kuropas on June 20.). reports of the Italian Consulate in Kharkiv Lubomyr Luciuk, initiator of this unique aspirations.” Dr. Engerman will have You are feeling unsure of the war in Iraq during the time of the Famine. (That file as project which, among other things, gener- none of that, arguing that a “new para- because all wars are messy and chaotic, organized and brought together by the Rev. ated, amazingly, some 45,000 individually digm” has emerged among academics – but these terrorists are trying to destroy Porfiry was later discovered accidentally in signed postcards to the Pulitzer Prize American scholars are always seeking our country. It is kill or be killed. the same archives by Andrea Graziosi). Committee and to The New York Times “new paradigms” – which seek to under- You questioned our reasons for being Soon after, Dr. Mace was beginning to publisher Arthur Sulzberger, Jr. stand the “Soviet famine” in economic in Iraq. Saddam Hussein attempted to work on the Famine for the U.S. Congress. “This book bears witness to a small rather than political terms. assassinate President George H.W. Bush. He turned to us, and the center was only crusade which, like most crusades, failed Apparently the thought never occurs to This is a reason to go to war. The United too happy to have these documents trans- in its proximate goal,” writes Prof. Roger these new paradigm types that the Nations issued many resolutions on Iraq lated into English and forward them to Daniels. “Walter Duranty is still the hold- Ukrainian Famine was both economic and – all ignored; the U.N. threatened Iraq him. A number of these documents are er of record for the Pulitzer Prize for ‘for- political, a “twofer” for Stalin who was with dire consequences to no avail. You included in Dr. Mace’s report. In addition, eign reporting’ in 1932 ... But the crusade able to pilfer grain from the Ukrainian are probably concerned also with the the center made available to him a number had a larger goal: to make the world in countryside in order to gain sorely needed WMD issues. As a microbiologist, I can of taped interviews with Famine witnesses general and North Americans in particu- valuta for industrial expansion while at assure you that I can hide such weapons that we had in our own archives. lar, more aware of the special horrors that the same time destroying the Ukrainian systems in a very small container and Later, Dr. Mace appeared in our docu- were inflicted on the people of Ukraine village, traditionally the wellspring of you would never find them. We know mentary film “Harvest of Despair” as the by Stalin and his henchmen. This larger Ukrainian national consciousness. that Saddam had WMD; poison gases expert authority on the Famine. There he goal, it seems to me, has been achieved. Like most publications of the Kashtan were used on the Kurds and in the Iran- emphasized how the Ukrainian leaders in Hundreds of column-inches of newsprint Press, this book is worth every penny of Iraq War. the early period of the Soviet Union per- in some of the continent’s leading news- its minimal cost. Buy it, read it and con- There are numerous stories of our sol- ceived their role. He pointed out for papers and abroad have been devoted to tribute it to a young reporter on your diers performing heroics that would stun example, that Mykola Skrypnyk, during describing the anti-Duranty campaign. In local newspaper staff for review. Another you. Alas, you will not read these stories, his visits with Stalin representing the the process more was published about the possibility for donation is your local uni- because newspapers like The New York Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic, sufferings of the Ukrainian people in the versity’s school of journalism. Times will not print them. Are you proud would bring a translator to translate from early 1930s than in 70-odd years since Copies are available in the United States of our victory in World War II? Did you Ukrainian to Russian – even though he they should have been, but were not, for $25 (plus $2.50 for shipping) from know that President Franklin D. knew the Russian language perfectly. front page news in those outlets.” Ukrainian Educational Associates, 107 Roosevelt sanctioned the killing of inno- With the Famine, all these attempts at Dedicated to the memory of James Ilehamwood Drive, DeKalb, IL 60115- cent civilians as a strategic imperative? Ukrainization were finished. Mace, this 270-page book contains arti- 1856. Copies are also available for the Did you know that we killed over Two years after his report on the Famine cles by him as well as by such distin- same price from Kashtan Press, 23 Gretna 650,000 civilians in Japan? We killed to the U.S. Congress was published, I guished historians as Robert Conquest Green, Kingston, Ontario, K7M 3J2. more civilians with napalm than with asked Jim to participate as a panelist in the (“How Liberals Funked It”) Mark von atomic weapons. Yet, Americans were 1990 conference on the Famine sponsored Hagen (“A Report to the New York Myron Kuropas’s e-mail address is: proud of the victory. Please read by the UCRDC in Toronto. In his presenta- Times”) Yaroslav Bilinsky (“Was the [email protected]. “Flyboys” by James Bradley – it will tion he described the politics that he had to Ukrainian Famine of 1932- give you a balanced view of strategies overcome in researching the Famine and 1933 Genocide?”) James and the will to win wars. the paths that led to his final success. He Crowl (“Duranty’s Pulitzer: Since Desert Storm, did you know would come back to Toronto later on to A Reflection”) and Roger that Iraqi forces fired on our planes on a present lectures on the Famine at its 70th Daniels (“Forward”). daily basis in the no-fly zone? This is anniversary at the University of Toronto. Also included are op-ed conveniently left out of the dominant After his move to Ukraine, Jim contin- pieces supporting the news. However, firing on planes can be ued to maintain contact with us through Pulitzer revocation by Eric considered an act of war. e-mail. He would often forward articles Margolis (Toronto Sun) The previous administration thought written by him, would ask questions Andrew Stuttaford this type of war as acceptable. The previ- about specific issues or draw the center’s (National Review Online), ous administration wanted to issue legal directors’ attention to happenings in Robert Fulford (The papers to the terrorists. They laughed at Ukraine having to do with the Famine. National Post), Carol this policy and continued to kill, consid- Dr. Jim Mace touched the hearts of the Sanders (Winnipeg Free ering us weak and a paper tiger. They are UCRDC members directly. He was my Press) and Duncan Currie not laughing now. They never expected friend. His death was a shock and a loss of (The Harvard Crimson). to see Special Forces in Afghanistan nor a valuable scholar, a friend, a courageous Many articles, columns and did Saddam expect us to invade. researcher and a committed contributor to editorials which originally Ms. Lew, war was declared on us the Ukrainian community, both in the dias- appeared in The Ukrainian September 11, 2001. The date of 9/11 pora and in Ukraine. Vichna yomu pamiat. Weekly are also contained will live in infamy. Historians will con- in the text. sider this date to be much more signifi- Wsevolod Isajiw Columns and editorials cant than Pearl Harbor. We are in an Toronto objecting to the revocation asymmetric (unconventional) war, and are included as well. One we are still adapting. In the final analy- The letter-writer is president of the will not be surprised to dis- sis, the press may want to capitulate, but Ukrainian Canadian Research and cover that the objections the United States will prevail. Documentation Center in Toronto. come from such liberal 8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27

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PACE Monitoring Committee Sen.Following Campbell is the text onof the developments June 24 mation on in how Gongadze Ministry of Internalcase statement of Sen. Ben Nighthorse Affairs officials carried out orders to on Ukraine’s forthcoming elections Campbell (R-Colo.) on the latest devel- abduct Gongadze, died of “spinal trau- Following is the the text of a statement and then be conducted in a democratic opments in the unsolved murder of ma” while in police custody last year. adopted on June 22 by the Monitoring and transparent manner, in strict compli- Ukrainian journalist Heorhii Gongadze. This came on the heels of an article in the Committee of the Parliamentary ance with the existing Constitution and British newspaper, The Independent, Assembly of the Council of Europe on the taking into account the advice of the Mr. President, for nearly four years the which obtained leaked confidential docu- forthcoming presidential elections in Venice Commission. In this regard, an case of murdered Ukrainian investigative ments from Ukraine indicating repeated Ukraine. opinion of the Venice Commission on the journalist Heorhii Gongadze has gone obstruction into the Gongadze case at the issue whether the process of amending unsolved, despite repeated calls by the highest levels. Furthermore, just yester- The October 31 elections are an the Constitution of Ukraine is in con- Helsinki Commission, the State day, Ukraine’s Prosecutor General opportunity for Ukraine to ensure full formity with the assembly’s resolutions Department and the international com- announced that investigators are ques- respect for the principles of pluralist 1346 (2003) and 1364 (2004) would be munity for a fair and impartial investiga- tioning a suspect who has allegedly democracy, human rights and the rule of welcome. tion into this case. As co-chairman of the admitted to killing Gongadze. law. A credible democratic election could The committee calls on the Ukrainian Helsinki Commission, I have met with Many close observers of the Ukrainian reverse the current political trend in the authorities to conduct the election Gongadze’s widow and their young twin authorities’ mishandling, obfuscation and country and give it a chance to anchor process with absolute impartiality and daughters. Besides the human tragedy of evasiveness surrounding this case from itself more firmly in the family of respect for Council of Europe standards, the case, the Gongadze murder is a case the outset are suspicious with respect to European democracies. to allow all candidates to compete on fair study of the Ukrainian authorities’ utter this announcement. Just one of numer- However, the information on the cur- and equitable grounds. contempt for the rule of law. ous examples of the Ukrainian authori- rent pre-election environment by the Against the background of harass- Gongadze, who was editor of the ties’ obstruction of the case was the committee’s rapporteurs who recently ments of journalists and blatant viola- Ukrainian Internet news publication blocking of FBI experts from examining returned from Ukraine is a cause for tions of electoral standards which Ukrainska Pravda, which was critical of evidence gathered during the initial great concern. It should be recalled that, occurred during the recent local election high-level corruption in Ukraine, disap- investigation in April 2002, after the in January this year, the assembly asked in Mukachiv, as well as the absence of an peared in September 2000. His headless bureau had been invited by these authori- the Ukrainian authorities to abstain from appropriate official reaction to these body was found in November of that ties to advise and assist in the case and unconstitutional acts or actions and carry events, the committee calls on the year. That same month, audio recordings earlier had helped in identifying out free and fair presidential elections in Ukrainian authorities to carry out a credi- by a former member of the presidential Gongadze’s remains. October, or face a challenge to the cre- ble investigation and, if justified, sanc- security services surfaced that included The Ukrainian Parliament’s committee dentials of the Ukrainian delegation and, tions of the incidents. They should also excerpts of earlier conversations between investigating the murder has recommend- possibly, questioning of the country’s sta- fully commit themselves to prevent any Ukrainian President [Leonid]Kuchma ed criminal proceedings against President tus as a member of the Council of such violations in the future. and other senior officials discussing the Kuchma. This committee’s work has Europe. The recently adopted law with amend- desirability of Gongadze’s elimination. been thwarted at every turn over the The committee believes that the ongo- ments concerning state secrets protection Earlier this week, Ukraine’s course of the last several years by the ing constitutional reform, which is in (#1703-IV), the controversial provisions Prosecutor General’s Office announced top-ranking Ukrainian authorities. principle highly needed, should be post- that Ihor Honcharov, a high-ranking poned until after the presidential election (Continued on page 9) police officer who claimed to have infor- (Continued on page 21)

Highlights from the UNA’s 110-year history A special yearlong feature focusing on the history of the Ukrainian National Association.

Cleveland was the site of the 22nd Convention of the Ukrainian National Association which met on May 22-27, 1950. A total of 909 dele- gate votes were represented by 429 delegates of UNA branches and 20 supreme officers. Once again, reports showed that the UNA had experienced significant growth. As of the end of 1949, the UNA had 472 branches throughout North America, 56,009 members and assets totaling $11,167,057. (Continued on page 24) No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 9

Ukrainian National Association President Stefan Kaczaraj with Bohdana Urbanovych of the Shevchenko 40th Anniversary Commemoration Committee. UCCA President Michael Sawkiw Jr. addresses the gathering at the foot of the Shevchenko monument.

Yushchenko, who wrote: “Construction of Ukrainian community... the monument to the Ukrainian national (Continued from page 1) genius testified that a free Ukraine lives, ful symbol of Taras Shevchenko’s monu- that Ukraine struggles ... And today ment in Washington is a manifestation of Shevchenko stands as a buttress of an our community’s gratitude to the United invisible bridge that connects all States for realizing Shevchenko’s ideals.” Ukrainians throughout the world, as a call Wreaths were placed at the to unified efforts to preserve our national Shevchenko monument by the members identity, enriching our cultural heritage, of the Shevchenko 40th Anniversary develop and protect democracy.” Commemoration Committee, the UWC, Greetings were also delivered on behalf and the Embassy of Ukraine, while indi- of the Ukrainian World Congress, vidual members of the community Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. John brought many bouquets to honor Kerry (see text on page 3), Ukraine’s Ukraine’s national poet. Prime Minister , mem- Church hierarchs then conducted a bers of Ukraine’s Parliament, as well as service in memory of Shevchenko, with members of Congress, in particular the co- the Dumka Chorus of New York City chairs of the Congressional Ukrainian singing the responses. Caucus – Reps. Sander Levin (D-Mich.), After the service, speaking on behalf Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio) and Curt Weldon of all the assembled hierarchs and clergy, (R-Pa.). Metropolitan Soroka addressed the gath- Prof. Petro Kononenko, director of ering, underscoring the importance of the Institute of Ukrainian Studies at the cooperation among all Ukrainians in the National Academy of Sciences of United States. “Although in the last sev- Ukraine, was the keynote speaker at the eral years Ukraine has achieved signifi- commemoration. He urged the communi- cant success, it still needs assistance from ty to remember its culture and history, the Ukrainians abroad,” said the metro- and to love and preserve the Ukrainian politan. “We must work together in order language and traditions of the Ukrainian to help our brethren in Christ in Ukraine people. He observed that, no matter and strengthen our community in the where in the world ethnic Ukrainians United States.” Metropolitan Soroka also live, they keep Ukraine in their hearts noted the importance of the upcoming and respect and love her. presidential elections in Ukraine and “The strength of the Ukrainian people expressed hope that Ukrainians in the lies in respecting other nations and coun- United States will be actively involved in tries without ever forgetting our roots,” ensuring free and transparent elections. he said. “As long as the Ukrainian com- Mr. Sawkiw read a greeting received munity in the United States will remain from President George W. Bush to the united, the melodious Ukrainian speech participants of the commemoration cere- will sound and our children will remem- ber their Ukrainian heritage.” mony. President Bush stated: “As the A view of the crowd gathered for the 40th anniversary program near the Shevchenko Speaking about the civic responsibili- United States works with Ukraine to monument. (Photos in this series by Petro Voitsekhovsky and Vadym Gorbach.) spread freedom, I appreciate your work ties of the Ukrainian community in the to assist Ukraine in conducting free and United States, Prof. Kononenko fair elections this October. I commend remarked that Ukrainian Americans should take an active part in the political in all the phases of the electoral process, the Ukrainian Congress Committee of and facilitate a large-scale deployment of America and others for your efforts to process in the U.S. and protect the inter- PACE Monitoring... (Continued from page 8) international observers. foster community pride and contribute to est of the community, but it is also Voters’ lists should be updated and the our nation’s rich cultural heritage.” important to keep political life in Ukraine in the new Civil Code and administrative Ambassador Reznik read an official in the focus of their attention. The active practices which restrict the freedom of Ukrainians living abroad (almost 15 per- greeting received on this occasion from participation of American Ukrainians in information and amount to censorship cent of the total population) should be President Leonid Kuchma: “Erecting a the political process in Ukraine will help should be urgently abolished. given a chance to vote. The composition monument to Kobzar became a manifes- the Ukrainian state stabilize its democra- The transformation of the state televi- of electoral commissions at all levels tation of the moral strength of all the cy, he said. sion company into a genuinely independ- should respect a fair balance between Ukrainians, who carried their love to his- The Dumka Chorus, under the direc- ent public broadcaster should be acceler- political parties. toric motherland through time and dis- tion of Vasyl Hrechynsky, and the ated. The organization of live televised The committee reiterates the call made tance, preserved and risen to a new Accolade Ensemble from Philadelphia debates between candidates for presiden- by the assembly last January for the height the national idea ... May the statue concluded the commemoration with a cy on state-owned and private channels immediate appointment of a special rep- of Taras forever stand on the Washington selection of works to the lyrics of Taras would help to make the electoral process resentative of the secretary general of the land, as a symbol of indomitable will of Shevchenko’s poetry. The audience fair and equitable. Council of Europe to assist the Ukrainian freedom and justice.” joined the choirs in singing Shevchenko’s The Ukrainian authorities should clari- authorities in the preparation of the elec- Ms. Urbanovych read greetings from “Zapovit” (Testament) and “God Bless fy and improve the status of domestic tions. It regrets that this appointment has Our Ukraine Chairman Viktor America.” observers and candidates’ representatives not yet taken place. 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27 No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 11

“Ukraine’s current development does One of the main focuses of the NATO- a general European security system.” Presidents... not present an opportunity to begin talks Ukraine summit was a review of a new Also on the list is “the completion of the (Continued from page 1) on its membership in the North Atlantic military doctrine, which was presented contractual and legal formalization and circles in Kyiv for a long time. Most pun- alliance,” said Mr. Scheffer. by Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense at the upgrading of the state borders of dits believed that Mr. Bush did not want He sounded an optimistic note as well, beginning of June and signed by Ukraine.” to meet with a Ukrainian president who praising the country for its active President Kuchma on June 15. While the defense doctrine asserts that had been accused of corruption, of sell- involvement in NATO affairs and its The defense doctrine is defined as “a membership in NATO and the European ing missile detection systems to Iraq determination to achieve membership. set of ruling principles of military-politi- Union are vital to Ukraine’s security inter- “It is good that you are present. We before the war and of being complicit in cal, military-economic and military-engi- ests, it also mentions the need for involve- give you your due with regard to your the disappearance of a Ukrainian journal- neering views on the provisions of state ment in regional security structures. activities and your participation in vari- ist who was later found dead. security,” according to Interfax-Ukraine. ous operations,” said Mr. Scheffer. It states that the country upholds the With Ukraine’s extensive involvement The document notes that currently “Ukraine is doing good work, but do not supremacy of law and supports negotiat- in the U.S.-led Iraq stabilization force, Ukraine does not consider any country a forget that further integration into Euro- ed peaceful means in resolving conflicts. which was pasted together by military threat, but could change its Atlantic institutions requires the defense The document notes that the president is Washington with some difficulty, atti- stance should a country or group of and support of certain values which are the head of Ukraine’s armed forces; is tudes within the White House regarding countries pursue unfriendly policies that basic to NATO – values that NATO has responsible for state security; and is the the Ukrainian leadership have changed. could be construed as a threat to its mili- defended for decades and continues to guarantor of the country’s sovereignty, Just before the beginning of the NATO tary security. defend involve the rule of law, open and its territorial integrity and its dinner, Presidents Kuchma and Bush Enumerated within a list of policies honest elections, an independent mass Constitution, as well as human rights and engaged in a short exchange as part of a that should be pursued to further defense media free from pressure.” security, the document lists “the pursuit freedoms. The doctrine underscores three-way conversation that included During his presentation President Polish Prime Minister Alexander of a Euro-Atlantic policy, whose final civilian control over the military and law Kuchma expressly agreed with the purpose is to join NATO as the basis for enforcement bodies. Kwasniewski, Ukrainian news media NATO secretary general that Ukraine had reported. It was not stated whether the a ways to go before it met NATO criteria. conversation involved anything more Mr. Kuchma said Ukraine had yet to than general greetings. block any attempt at a vote, the matter achieve the social, political and military finally came to a head when Socialist Party While the annual two-day NATO sum- standards that NATO requires. PACE expresses... (Continued from page 1) chairman and faction leader Oleksander mit concentrated its efforts on how it He noted that the recent explosions at would absorb new member-states and on power structure and leave many in power Moroz, whose members had long been an arms depot in Melitopil showed that staunchly in the opposition camp, pro- how NATO forces could help train an Ukraine also needs additional aid from today vulnerable to criminal prosecution. posed that a discussion take place on two Iraqi army, there was also room on the the West to recycle its huge cache of light The June 23 vote was the first stage in proposed bills: No. 4180, the pro-presiden- agenda for Ukraine, which is not a NATO arms and ammunition scattered about the the second attempt to move through the tial bill and No. 3207, which the Socialist member but has a special relationship country. process required to amend the Constitution. faction had co-authored and at one point with the defense organization as a result “Ukraine and NATO have excellent, In the next step, the Verkhovna Rada Our Ukraine leader Yushchenko had said of a charter signed between the two in constructive relations, but the current should review the first reading during its he might be able to support. Lisbon in 1998. development in the Ukrainian economy, next session, in this case in the autumn, and Mr. Bush took part in a special session of civil society and the need to fulfill cer- then obtain a two-thirds majority in a vote As it turned out, Our Ukraine and the on NATO-Ukraine relations, held the sec- tain criteria to achieve membership do in support of the resolution. Tymoshenko Bloc abstained from voting on ond day of the summit. That session, just not allow Ukraine and NATO to discuss a While the 276 votes cast in this latest either of the two bills. The Socialist faction like the brief conversation between the specific date,” Mr. Kuchma admitted. effort were far more than the 226 ayes bill received only 118 votes, while the pro- Ukrainian and the U.S. presidents at the Nonetheless, Mr. Kuchma underscored required for a simple majority, they fell presidential draft found a rousing majority. banquet the evening before, brought no that Ukraine’s strong economic develop- well short of the 300 that the pro-presi- Coincidentally, the vote occurred less unexpected developments. ment of the last five years and its dential forces would need in the next than a week before the country marked Ukraine was lauded for its extensive achievements in carrying out democratic round to get the Constitution amended. Constitution Day on June 28. In the run-up contributions to international peacekeep- and economic reforms was sufficient rea- National Deputy , to the national holiday, lawmakers from ing, including its role in the Iraq stabi- son to raise the level of cooperation whose eponymous faction opposed the the opposition decided to renew a demon- lization force, and was given credit for between Ukraine and NATO to the top effort, along with the Our Ukraine fac- stration tradition that had been used effec- beginning structural and organizational levels. tion, said after the vote that the bill had tively in recent years. On June 24 they reform of its military. The Ukrainian president also empha- no chance in the fall. constructed the beginnings of a tent city on Nonetheless, the country received no sized that it remains important for NATO “There will be no reforms in the the edge of Mariinsky Park, which adjoins hint as to when it could become eligible to maintain an open-door policy in its autumn within the context of [the politi- the . By June 28 for membership in NATO. The most relationship with Ukraine. cal reform] bill because 276 votes is not four pup tents had been erected, belonging often uttered phrase by NATO leaders He responded to fears in the West that 300 votes. The reform has no chance,” to lawmakers from the Our Ukraine and was that the country must first to attain the October 31 presidential elections in Ms. Tymoshenko said. Tymoshenko parliamentary factions. strong democratic values, further develop Ukraine could be compromised by assur- However, the opposition’s forces had The tent city was organized as a rule of law and, most importantly in the ing NATO members that foreign expressed confidence that they would not protest against what is considered an short term, hold free and fair presidential observers would have proper conditions allow the political reform bill to come to unlawful second attempt at constitutional elections in October. to carry out their work. a vote again, after they had helped quash reform, as Ukrainian law provides that During his address to the Ukraine- “We expect only one thing: objective it back in April. once a reform effort on a specific matter NATO conference, NATO Secretary evaluation of the events in Ukraine and While national deputies from the Our dies, it can be revisited by the Verkhovna General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer unequivo- an adequate effort in disseminating that Ukraine and Tymoshenko factions circled Rada only in the following session. One cally stated that Ukraine had a ways to go information to the international commu- the chairman’s dais during most of the of the signs in the tent city read: “Change before an invitation could be considered. nity,” explained the Ukrainian president. June 23 session, attempting to disrupt and the state leadership not the Constitution.” 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27 Olga Maryschuk’s “My Neighborhood” on exhibit in New York City locusts near the Seventh Street entrance. scape and architecture. The locusts are old and gnarled. One New York art critic Diane Morris appears to have been struck by lightning praised Ms. Maryschuk for having “an but continues to grow sprouting new eye for stirring colors and forms; a deep branches; the other tree’s branches serve love for the land as a living fertile entity as a hiding place for a homeless man’s that grows and changes; and an encom- backpack.” passing vision that sees urban civilization “By September I was drawing the elm as being as much a part of the natural trees. I was especially intrigued by the world as a farm or a flower.” curving branches of the tree near the Ms. Maryschuk’s work has been Avenue A playground. I thought of the exhibited in eight one-person exhibits, EVPC volunteer elm watchers who walk and numerous group shows in the United around early Saturday mornings with States, Canada and Ukraine. binoculars checking the tress for Dutch Among her recent solo exhibitions are: elm disease. I was grateful to them for “Paintings Direct.Com Presents Olga their efforts!” Maryschuk” (2000); “Selected Works: Ms. Maryschak’s exhibition at 1981-1988,” traveling exhibition Tompkins Square Gallery also included a (Ukraine, 1989-1990); I. M. Pei & series of prints of the sculptures made Partners, Architects & Planners (New from recycled materials which adorn the York, 1984); Ukrainian Canadian Art fence of the community garden at Ninth Foundation (Toronto, 1980); “Monotypes: Street and Avenue C; pastels of 14th North Carolina Landscapes” and “Kyiv Street tree shadows; as well as seven Prints/New York Collages,” Ukrainian prints of the Con Ed Towers. Artists Association in USA (New York, In appreciation of the work of the East 1979 and 1974, respectively); and Peter Village Parks Conservancy in the neigh- Cooper Gallery (New York, 1968). “Elm at 10th and B,” 20 inches by 26 inches, oil pastel, by Olga Maryschuk. borhood in general, and in Tompkins The artist’s recent group exhibitions NEW YORK – New York artist Olga spring fund drive. Ellen LeCompte, a Square Park in particular, the artist include: “New York Contemporary, Old Maryschuk’s oil pastels and prints titled Conservancy Board member urged the donated a percentage of all sales to the New York Gallery” (New York, 2000); “My Neighborhood” were on view at the artist to work on something site specific, Conservancy. “New York City Rooftops,” Tenement A permanent exhibition of Ms. Tompkins Square Gallery of the New i.e., Tompkins Square Park. Museum ( New York, 1999); “Flowers as Maryschuk’s work may be seen on York Public Library during the month of Ms. Maryschuk, who was born in Muse,” Ukrainian Institute of America www.paintingsdirect.com. June. Greenwich, Conn., in 1928, grew up and (New York, 1999); “Beyond Countries, The exhibit grew out of Ms. attended schools on New York City’s * * * North American Printmaking,” Maryschuk’s involvement with East Lower East Side, graduating from Richmond Art Center (Richmond, Calif., Ms. Maryschuk’s prints, drawings and 1997); “Wall/Paper,” Chicago Center for Village Parks Conservancy (EVCP), a Washington Irving High School and The paintings frequently use botanical or community-based organization commit- Cooper Union. Book and Art – Permanent Installation architectural motifs as subjects. (Chicago, 1996); “Magnetic New York, ted to the maintenance, restoration, The artist, who recalls “many pleasant The artist often works with water-solu- enhancement and expansion of public memories of playing in [Tompkins Cast-Iron Soho, Michael Ingbar Gallery ble printing ink, using a technique that is (New York, 1994); and “Vidrodzhennia” parklands. Last year, Ms. Maryschuk Square] park as a child,” says that she a combination of reductive block printing – Biennale ‘91 (Lviv, 1991). donated an art work – a unique block “had not done much serious artwork and painting. This method enables her to Ms. Maryschuk was long-time curator print of the Flatiron Building as seen since 9/11 and took Ellen’s [Ms. show how changes in light spanning for in-house art exhibitions at I.M. Pei & through the branches in Madison Square LeCompte’s] suggestion to heart. Last diverse weather and atmospheric condi- Park, to the EVCP to raffle off during its summer I began to sketch the two black tions transform the appearance of land- (Continued on page 19) No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 13

Artworks by Aka and Christina Pereyma on view at University of Dayton DAYTON, Ohio – A colorful, eclectic exhibit of Fellowship from the Ohio Arts Council/Ohio Folk Arts some 50 works by Aka Pereyma, as well as artwork by Network. her daughter Christina Pereyma, is on view at the The artist creates work in nine “stations” on the fami- University of Dayton in the Marian Library gallery June ly’s nearly 400-acre farm in Troy, Ohio. 7 through August 6, in a show titled “Messengers from According to an article about Christina Pereyma for God.” the Dayton Art Institute in her work the artist “explores Most of the pieces on exhibit were created by Aka the ephemeral nature of organic matter through her use Pereyma. The artist works in a wide variety of media – of delicate materials such as eggshells, beeswax and sculpture, painting, decorative ceramics and drawings – flower petals. These objects are incorporated into tex- that draw on Ukrainian folk art as a symbolic form. tiles, costumes, hats and sculptures, which she docu- Among work in the exhibit contributed by Christina ments in narrative color photographs. Her artistic pro- Pereyma are four pieces made from fragile flower petals duction consists of fragile, non-functional garments, in works ranging from a crown of thorns to the wings of iconic textiles and poetic sculptures that she continually Icarus. Christina Pereyma’s work references themes of preserves through restoration and documentation. gender, time, mythology and nature. Gender, time, mythology, and nature are all themes Aka Pereyma draws inspiration for her work from the present in her work.” traditions and artistic expressions of her Ukrainian her- Christina Pereyma’s work “Crown of Thorns” refer- itage. In the words of the artist, “From the beginning of ences the themes of birth, suffering and death. The flowers my life I have been influenced by Ukrainian folklore used to create the mats are from those used at St. Patrick’s and am thoroughly enchanted by it. All of my creativity Christmas mass. They are used in the work, according to is steeped in this Ukrainian character, its specific indi- the artists, as a symbol of Christ’s birth. The thorns were viduality, mystery. ... Often, when I admire the color collected by a group of women in the woods on the intensity and the composition in contemporary art of the Pereyma property with the gathering having served as a Western world, I come to the conclusion that I have bonding ritual. The crown of thorns symbolizes the suffer- seen it before – in Ukrainian Easter eggs, icons, embroi- ing and death of Christ on the cross as well as, on a differ- deries and pottery. In Ukrainian folk art I can also see ent level, the death of vegetation and natural life. the elements of Cubism, Op-Art, Minimalism and other The “Messengers from God” exhibition is hosted by modern art movements.” The Marian Library/International Marian Research Aka Pereyma’s art is “generated by the power of Institute at the University of Dayton. The exhibition is nature, just as the very rhythms of nature defined the on view in the Marian Library gallery, located on the visual expression of Ukraine’s ancient culture as repre- “Messengers from God” by Aka Pereyma. seventh floor of Roesch Library; the gallery is open paintings and metal sculptures. In the words of the artist: “...The bird is a symbol of greatest power. It rep- resents the highest of the three parts of the Tree of Life, a mythological image that, through the centuries, was a model of the universe. The bird was regarded as a carri- er of the golden keys to open the universe, given to him by the Sun god in the spring. The bird was considered a messenger from the world of the living, a messenger from God.” According to Ukrainian legend, “birds were

“Crown of Thorns,” thorns/flower petals/beeswax, “The Feminine Cope,” (from the “Garment Series”), by Christina Pereyma. paper/flower petals/beeswax, by Christina Pereyma. sented on vessels, monolithic pre-Christian sculpture, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays. The exhibit is ritualistic objects, including always the simplest source free and open to the public. For additional information of restorative symbolism – the decorated egg (pysan- call (937) 229-4214. ka).” Religious and Christian motifs are naturally com- For general information and images of the paintings plementary in the artist’s nature inspired art. and artwork on exhibit, visit the library’s webpage at Much of the work forming part of this particular http://www.udayton.edu/mary/current-exhibit. exhibition focuses on birds, as rendered in colorful

“Adam and Eve,” by Aka Pereyma.

thought to fly up to heaven and spend the winter with God. In the spring they return with eggs, new life and blessings from God.” While birds as a whole are symbolic, each individual bird holds specific symbolism. Predominant in the artist’s iconography are cranes, storks, cuckoos and doves. Aka Pereyma was born in 1927 in Siedice, Poland, moved with her family to Ukraine in 1939, and came to the United States as a post-war refugee in 1959. Her formal art studies were at the School of Art Institute of Chicago, the Dayton Art Institute and the Hobart School of Welding Technology. She has been exhibiting her work for nearly 40 years, including in exhibitions in cities throughout Ukraine. Aka Pereyma’s work is in collections in the United States, Canada and Ukraine. She is recognized as a Merited Artist of Ukraine by the Ukrainian government, and holds a place of honor in her hometown in the Troy “Ukrainian Madonna,” ink/watercolor, by Aka Pereyma. Hall of Fame. In 2003 she received the Ohio Heritage “Nativity,” watercolor/colored pencil, by Aka Pereyma. 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27

publication was founded on the initiative The first world war proved to be of Hrushevsky as the official organ of the another serious blow to the author. NTSh and it did much to unite the Franko’s two sons were mobilized into FFOOCCUUSS OONN PPHHIILLAATTEELLYY Ukrainian cultural forces that had been the Austrian army (the third son, Andrew, by Ingert Kuzych separated between the Austro-Hungarian died in 1913), and the Russians occupied and Russian empires. Although Galicia during the first part of the con- Hrushevsky (in Kyiv) was nominally the flict (September 1914 to June 1915). editor in chief of LNV, it was Franko in During this time, the occupiers attempted Lviv who worked as the de facto editor. to squelch all Ukrainian activities. Ivan Franko in philately In 1905 the restrictions on the Ukrainian Franko’s condition gradually wors- language were lifted in the Russian ened, and he died on May 28, 1916, only Empire, and in 1907 Hrushevsky trans- a couple of years before both Ukraine ferred LNV to Kyiv. This action deprived and Westetn Ukraine achieved periods of Franko of his editorial job and raised bit- independence. The great writer’s funeral ter feelings in the Franko household. was arranged by the NTSh. Despite the The year 1905 saw Franko write one restrictions imposed by the war, over of his longest and most famous poems, 10,000 people participated in his funeral “Moisei” (Moses). In this work he repre- procession. sents himself as the ancient prophet lead- Ivan Franko was buried in Lviv’s beau- ing his folk – indifferent and rebellious, tiful Lychakiv Cemetery, the most spiritually weak and physically esteemed personage on the grounds that oppressed – to their promised freedom. A hold many of Ukraine’s most honored few lines from this poem sum up his feel- heroes. In the weeks and months that fol- ings for his people: lowed, 224 foreign publications are known to have carried obituaries about him. Moses declares A splendid article on Franko by Iryna “You are my kin, my only child, Yehorova appeared in the Kyiv publica- My honor and my glory; tion Den (The Day) on March 23 (issue In you my soul its future finds, No. 11, under “Culture”); it may be Our nation’s future story. accessed at www.day.kiev.ua. Titled “The Eternal Oppositionist,” it includes an Figure 10 I’ve given you my life, my toil, informative interview with Roman I have been keen to con it, Horak, director of the Ivan Franko Part II ment to the next.) They raised funds for Your journey through the centuries Memorial Museum. him to build himself a house, but the sum Will bear my seal upon it.” It has been reported – but I have not A tireless activist in addition to carry- been able to confirm this – that during the was insufficient. After purchasing some In the following year of 1906, Kharkiv ing on his political and literary work, second decade of the 20th century, land, laying a foundation and construct- University granted Ivan Franko an hon- Ivan Franko was determined to complete Franko was nominated for the Nobel ing a retaining wall, he ran out of funds. orary doctorate. However, his candidacy his university studies, first at Chernivtsi Prize in literature. His untimely death University (1891) and subsequently at Franko was forced to take out a loan for for the Russian Academy of Sciences in excess of 37 years – on rather harsh supposedly precluded his receiving the Vienna University, where he successfully was denied, basically because of a sub- award, since it is presented only to living defended his dissertation on July 1, terms – in order to complete his house. versive “recommendation” by the Polish (Today the structure serves as the Ivan persons. Should anyone have further 1893. The following year he became lec- Prof. Jagicz (Franko’s doctoral coordina- information about such a nomination, I turer in the history of Ukrainian litera- Franko Museum.) tor), who was jealous of his student. A subsequent jubilee was held in 1913 would appreciate hearing from him or ture at Lviv University, but he failed to Franko’s health began to decline in her. I may be contacted at: Ingert Kuzych, obtain the chair of Ukrainian literature to mark the 40th anniversary of Franko’s 1908 and he almost lost the use of his literary work. This time the NTSh P.O. Box 3, Springfield, VA 22150; or by largely due to his outspokenness and hands. A poignant photo of him in his last e-mail, [email protected] views that were considered too contro- awarded him a yearly pension, and years (1913) shows him seated with only versial. The official reason cited by the Ukrainians in Galicia, and the the top button of his suit coat buttoned – Postcard depictions governor of Galicia for the arbitrary can- United States raised 30,000 Austrian presumably he had difficulty buttoning Ivan Franko has appeared frequently cellation of his nomination for the posi- crowns for him (a not inconsiderable the rest – his hands bent downward and on postcards, some of which are repro- tion were the three arrests on Franko’s amount). So, at least in his final years, backward in claw-like positions. [The duced here. Figure 10 was issued as an record. his financial concerns were lessened. image is too dim and grainy to allow for Easter card, while Figure 11 shows cards From 1894 to 1897 Franko and his From 1898 to 1906 Franko devoted proper reproduction.] Nevertheless, he prepared by various Ukrainian organiza- wife published the journal Zhytie i Slovo himself to solely editing the monthly continued to work without respite. He tions. (Life and Word), in which many of his journal Literaturnonaukovyi Vistnyk relied on his phenomenal memory and articles appeared. It was in this publica- (LNV – Literary Scientific Herald). This dictated his thoughts to his secretary. (Continued on page 15) tion that Franko fiercely attacked the socialism espoused by Marx and Engels. During the course of his life Franko became proficient at several more lan- guages, including French and English. For decades he supplied articles (in the appropriate language) to all of the major European newspapers. He became, in essence, the first professional Ukrainian journalist. It was from the royalties that he received (generally rather meager) that he managed to make ends meet for his family. Preparing articles for such a disparate European public was an amaz- ing challenge – Franko had to make his submissions interesting and appealing to an expansive audience. When the eminent historian Mykhailo Hrushevsky visited Lviv from Kyiv in 1894, Franko became closely associated with the Shevchenko Scientific Society (NTSh). In 1899 he became a full mem- ber and in 1904 an honorary member. Many of his historical and literary arti- cles appeared in Zapysky NTSh (Notes of the NTSh). Through the efforts of Franko and Hrushevsky the NTSh became a surrogate Ukrainian academy of sciences prior to World War I. In 1898 a celebration was held honor- ing Franko’s 25th anniversary as a writer. This event was held on behalf of the peo- ple of Galicia to display their respect for the labors he had undertaken on their account. It was at this time that Franko’s students decided their teacher deserved a proper home. (The Franko family had had to frequently move from one apart- Figure 11 No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 15

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in Lviv and am going to Dnister. This city’s name was altered slightly to past Saturday marked a week since my Stanislav between 1939 and 1962.) arrival. Maybe you know that Ivan Ivano-Frankivsk is also an oblast capital. Franko passed away. I was at his funeral. At the time the city’s name was changed, The funeral procession was just enor- the entire oblast was also renamed from mous. There was a massive turnout, even Stanyslaviv to Ivano-Frankivsk. Today the Figure 12 Uncle Pavliuk, also the director [and] city is home to about 250,000 while the several professors from Stanyslaviv. postal card of the Ukrainian Legion oblast population is some 1.4 million. Reply, all right? Farewell to you, Maria. Finally, I would be remiss if I didn’t whose message describes Ivan Franko’s Ivan Franko... mention Ivan Franko’s portrait on the 20- (Continued from page 14) funeral. Mailed at the Lviv Main Post Additional honors accorded Ivan Franko hryvnia Ukrainian banknote, which it has Ivan Franko was also depicted on a Office (Lemberg 1-Lwow 1) on June 2, Perhaps the greatest honor bestowed embellished since the hryvnia was intro- special Ukrainian Legion (Ukrainski 1916, it also shows a pink, rectangular on Ivan Franko was the renaming of the duced in 1996 (Figure 13). The upper Sichovi Striltsi) postcard. The photo, censor handstamp. The card was mailed city of Stanyslaviv, the second largest in note was in use for only about a year taken on January 19, 1916, some four (post free) to Volodymyr Zalitach by Galicia, to Ivano-Frankivsk in 1962. The before being replaced with the lower type months before his death, shows Franko at Maria Zalitach, probably his sister. The city was founded in 1662 on the site of that contained more security features. a reception held at a convalescent home message on the reverse reads: the former village of Zabolotiv by the Ingert Kuzych may be contacted at P.O. for Ukrainian Legionaries in Lviv. Dear Soldier! What is new with you? Polish magnate Andrzej Potocki, who Box 3, Springfield, VA 22150 or at his Figure 12 reproduces a distinctive How are you getting along? I’m already named it after Stanislaw, his son. (The e-mail address: [email protected].

ORT news services reported. Ukrainian Kuchma said on June 24 that the previous Ukrainian seamen detail Iraq torture NEWSBRIEFS President Leonid Kuchma and Belarusian day’s parliamentary vote on a constitu- (Continued from page 2) President Alyaksandr Lukashenka were also tional reform bill shows that Our Ukraine KYIV – Two Ukrainian merchant seamen who ended up in Abu Ghraib prison after ties in the talks are achieving market-econ- present at the festival, which was held close is opposed to political change in Ukraine, being arrested in August 2003 said they omy status, access to the EU’s markets, to the Russian and Belarusian borders. Mr. Interfax reported. Mr. Kuchma said that were kept naked and hooded for hours and less stringent EU visa requirements for Lukashenka said he supports the views of Our Ukraine’s decision not to participate during their 10 months of imprisonment, Ukrainian citizens. “If the EU proves the Russian president and that the three in the voting on bill No. 4180 demon- reported the Associated Press. Nina unready for such decisions, talks should be countries should adopt the “best of Soviet strates that the opposition party is “on the Karpachova, Ukraine’s ombudsman for extended” until Ukraine achieves more traditions.” Ukrainian Prime Minister Viktor other side of the barricade.” He asked: favorable conditions, President Kuchma Yanukovych also attended the meeting. “Are they comfortable with such a con- human rights, refused to specify whether said. (RFE/RL Newsline) (RFE/RL Newsline) frontation of power in the country?” He American troops were involved in the also stressed that the main goal of the pro- alleged torture, but said, “we know who Rada passes constitutional reform bill NATO to Kyiv: respect democratic norms posed constitutional reform is the creation was in charge of Abu Ghraib.’’ Tanker of an effective state power. “The reforms M/V Navstar captain Mykola Mazurenko ISTANBUL – NATO Secretary-General KYIV – The Verkhovna Rada voted 275- are necessary for the whole country,” Mr. and first mate Ivan Soschenko were Jaap de Hoop Scheffer called on Ukraine on 5 on June 23 to pass bill No. 4180, con- Kuchma stated. (RFE/RL Newsline) arrested by the British navy in the port of June 25 to respect democratic principles, taining amendments to the Constitution Umm Qasr for alleged oil smuggling and Interfax reported, citing Deutsche Welle’s of Ukraine prepared by the parliamentary SDPU backs Yanukovych for president sentenced to seven years in prison by an Ukrainian Service. Mr. de Hoop Scheffer Constitutional Committee, Interfax Iraqi court. The two were extradited said Ukraine should not only pay attention to reported. The opposition Our Ukraine KYIV – The Political Council of the Social recently on condition they serve the rest the reform of the armed forces but also pro- and Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc parliamen- Democratic Party-United has endorsed of their sentence at home. Ms. mote democratic values, if it intends to boost tary caucuses the same day blocked the Prime Minister Viktor Yanukovych’s candi- Karpachova told the press that Messrs. its cooperation with NATO structures. “We rostrum and did not take part in the vot- dacy in the presidential election slated for Mazurenko and Soschenko claimed that all know what it means – no persecution of ing. The opposition considers bill No. October 31, Interfax reported on June 24, while in Abu Ghraib they were frequently the media, conducting free and fair elections, 4180 to be the same piece of legislation quoting the party press service. Mr. “subjected to sleep deprivation, kept and the superiority of law and freedom of as bill No. 4105, which is intended to Yanukovych is running as a joint candidate naked for hours and hooded.” Prisoners speech,” he explained. The secretary-general shift presidential powers to the of pro-governmental forces. “Public consent were often “gassed with tear gas’’ and praised Ukraine for its efforts in international Parliament and the prime minister. The for us is the most important criterion of the forced to “lick food straight from the security, pointing to its readiness to patrol latter bill was rejected by the Verkhovna success of reforms,” SDPU Political floor,’’ she added. The ombudsman said the Mediterranean Sea. (RFE/RL Newsline) Rada in April. Bill No. 4180 will now Council members wrote in a statement out- the two seamen “are in serious health head to the Constitutional Court for con- Putin for better ties with Belarus, Ukraine lining their rationale for supporting Mr. condition.’’ Markian Lubkivskyi, a sideration and will require 300 votes for Yanukovych. The party also urged all politi- Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesman, said approval upon its return to the parliamen- MOSCOW – President , cal forces in the Verkhovna Rada to support the seamen’s claims would be investigat- tary agenda in the fall. (RFE/RL speaking on June 27 at a cultural festival the proposed amendments to the constitu- ed and “if it is true ... we will raise the Newsline) near Novhorod Siverskyi, Ukraine, said that tion that were approved by the Parliament case to the international level and do he values the cultural heritage of Russia, Kuchma criticizes Our Ukraine on June 23 and are backed by Mr. everything to protect the rights of our cit- Belarus and Ukraine and wants to strength- Yanukovych. The SDPU intends to hold its izens including financial compensation.’’ en cultural ties among them, the RTR and KYIV – Ukrainian President Leonid congress on July 4. (RFE/RL Newsline) (Associated Press) 16 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27

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(RukhzY) and Bratstvo (Brotherhood). Russian and Ukrainian... Nationalist groups, such as CUN (Continued from page 2) (Congress of Ukrainian Nationalists) in ble actions. Our Ukraine and another wing of UNA, The second plan would be to depict which adds the abbreviation UNSO Mr. Yushchenko as somebody who (Ukrainian National Self-Defense would lead to instability if he were elect- Forces) in the Yulia Tymoshenko bloc, ed. Mr. Kuchma (or another centrist, are bona fide members of the opposi- such as Prime Minister Yanukovych) tion. would then be proposed as a source of The four pro-Kuchma nationalist ì „ÎË·ÓÍÓÏÛ ÒÏÛÚÍÛ ÔÓ‚¥‰ÓÏÎflπÏÓ ÔðËflÚÂÎ¥‚, Á̇ÈÓÏËı “stability” – better the status quo than groups (UNA, OUNvU, RukhzY, ¥ ÛÍð‡ªÌÒ¸ÍÛ „ðÓχ‰Û, ˘Ó ‚ ˜ÂÚ‚Âð, 6 Úð‡‚Ìfl 2004 ð. instability. This scenario was tested in Bratstvo) are believed to be funded by ‚ ɲÒÚÓÌ¥, íÂÍÒ‡Ò ÒÔÓÍ¥ÈÌÓ ‚¥‰¥È¯Ó‚ Û ‚¥˜Ì¥ÒÚ¸ October 2003 when Mr. Yushchenko either the SDPU or the presidential ̇¯ ‰ÓðÓ„Â̸ÍËÈ íÄíé, ÑßÑìëú ¥ ÅêÄí held a congress in Donetsk. The city was administration. They certainly have ·Î. Ô. plastered with billboards depicting him close ties to the president’s allies. giving a Nazi salute. Mr. Yushchenko Dmytro Korchynsky, head of Bratstvo, was also shown on television accompa- is a commentator on Mr. Medvedchuk’s Äçíßç òÄêìçéÇàó nied by anti-terrorist Alpha forces from 1+1 television channel. Andrii ̇ð. 16 Ò¥˜Ìfl 1915 ð. ‚ íÛðËÒ¸ÍÛ Ì‡ ÇÓÎËÌ¥. the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) Chornovil, head of OUNvU, is a mem- èéïéêéççß ‚¥‰Ôð‡‚Ë ‚¥‰·ÛÎËÒfl 8 Úð‡‚Ìfl 2004 ð. ‚ ÛÍð‡ªÌÒ¸Í¥È Ôð‡‚Ó- during organized anti-Yushchenko ber of the SDPU Social Justice faction Ò·‚Ì¥È ˆÂðÍ‚¥ Ò‚. Ä̉ð¥fl èÂð‚ÓÁ‚‡ÌÓ„Ó ‚ ë. Ň‚̉ ÅðÛÍÛ, ç. ÑÊ. demonstrations. The message sent to in the Council, and the Lviv Ukrainian voters was that Donetsk did faction is headed by Serhii Medvedchuk, á‡Î˯ÂÌ¥ Û ÒÏÛÚÍÛ: not like Mr. Yushchenko and to be wary Viktor’s brother. ‰Ó̸͇ – ÑÄêñü Á ÏÛÊÂÏ èÖíêéå ¥ ‰¥Ú¸ÏË of him as he creates instability. In March 2001 paramilitaries Çßäíéêß∏û, èÖíêìëÖå ¥ éêÖëíéå The November 2003 strategy says from RukhzY were used to provoke vio- ÒËÌË – ÅéÉÑÄç Á ‰ðÛÊËÌÓ˛ Çßêçéû ¥ ‰¥Ú¸ÏË openly, “Our aim is to destabilize the sit- lent clashes in Kyiv. The blame for the ëéîßâäéû ¥ çÄÑÖû uation in the regions (through political violence was placed upon members of – éãÖëú intrigues, not by harming the economy), the opposition UNA-UNSO who were ·ÎËʘ‡ ¥ ‰‡Î¸¯‡ ðÓ‰Ë̇ ‚ ìÍð‡ªÌ¥. to drag Yushchenko into these processes, arrested and imprisoned. and through the media severely point out In the March 2002 elections pro-pres- that responsibility for dealing with this idential nationalist groups backed Mr. situation rests upon the Cabinet of Kuchma’s For a United Ukraine bloc. Ministers and Parliament” (Ukrainska OUNvU was one of the first parties to DEATH ANNOUNCEMENTS Pravda, June 25). announce its support for Prime Minister The document outlines how conflict Yanukovych’s presidential bid to be published in The Ukrainian Weekly – in the Ukrainian would be provoked between Tatars and (Ukrainska Pravda, December 9, 2003). or English language – are accepted by mail, courier, fax, phone or e-mail. Russian or Ukrainian groups in Crimea. Only one of the four nationalist Deadline: Tuesday noon before the newspaper’s date of issue. “Pro-Russian” forces would complain groups controlled by the authorities – that Ukraine is unable to defend the the Ukrainian National Assembly – has Rate: $7.50 per column-inch. interests of Slavs in the Crimea and declared its support for Mr. Yushchenko. would seek the intervention of Russia. In Information should be addressed to the attention of the Advertising Department Our Ukraine immediately denounced the and sent to: The Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280 (NB: please March inter-ethnic conflict in the Crimea assembly’s support as aimed at discred- do not include post office box if sending via courier), Parsippany, N.J. 07054; was deliberately provoked during a visit iting Mr. Yushchenko. Three hundred fax, (973) 644-9510; telephone, (973) 292-9800, ext. 3040; by philanthropist George Soros (Itar- e-mail, [email protected]. assembly members wearing SS-style Tass, March 26). The opposition leaked black uniforms and carrying flags with details to Ukrainska Pravda (March 26 SS-style inscriptions, accompanied by and May 17) of government plans to anti-Semitic speeches, announced their declare a state of emergency in Crimea support for the “right-wing presidential R.P. Drago Funeral Home, Inc. following ethnic conflict. Media sources candidate Yushchenko” at a Kyiv controlled by Mr. Medvedchuk gave the Louis G. Pillari – Funeral Director Crimean conflict extensive airtime and demonstration. Three television chan- depicted Mr. Soros as attempting to nels controlled by Mr. Medvedchuk repeat the 2003 Georgian revolution in repeatedly aired the demonstration, 43-10 30th Avenue highlighting the Ukrainian National Ukraine. Serhii Markov, director of the Long Island City, NY 11103 Moscow-based Institute of Political Assembly as Mr. Yushchenko supporters Research and also a close ally of (UT-1, 1+1, Inter, June 26). (718) 278-0089 President Vladimir Putin, accused The Kuchma camp’s resort to these tactics is a sign of desperation. They are Crimean Tatars – who usually vote for ìÍð‡ªÌҸ͇ o·ÒÎÛ„‡ Mr. Yushchenko’s Our Ukraine – of dangerous and could easily backfire. training to storm official buildings on The involvement of Russian “political Owned by the Podpirka Family election night (Ukrainska Pravda, June technologists” close to President Putin is 28). another cause for concern. Two other proposals were laid out in the strategy for inciting discord in Polish-Ukrainian relations. Possible approaches would be to escalate the dis- pute over cemeteries of soldiers in Lviv or fan Ukrainian-Russian religious con- flicts. In the latter case, the aim would be to identify Mr. Yushchenko as being completely aligned with the “anti- Russian” Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Kyiv Patriarch. Mr. Yushchenko asked the SBU to halt such “inter-ethnic provocations” intended to discredit the opposition (Ukrainska Pravda, May 27). Oleksander Zinchenko, the head of Mr. Yushchenko’s election campaign, warned that more “provocations” could be undertaken against Mr. Yushchenko. These “provocations,” according to Mr. Zinchenko, who was formerly deputy head of the SDPU, are being planned in the presidential administration (Ukrainska Pravda, June 26). As with the Russian Liberal Democratic Party, the Ukrainian authori- ties control four extreme nationalist groups: the Ukrainian National Assembly (UNA), the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN), the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists in Ukraine (OUNvU), Rukh for Unity 18 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27 No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 19 USCAK board discusses activities, plans sports events for the future

EAST HANOVER, N.J. – At a board USCAK. A volleyball tournament set for meeting of the Ukrainian Sports next year was also announced. Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada Dr. Orest Popovych, chess chairman, (known by its Ukrainian acronym as sent in his report about the chess tourna- USCAK) held on May 29 at the Ramada ment held on May 14-15 at the Ramada Hotel various sports representatives gave Hotel. Chornomorska Sitch hosted the their reports and future USCAK events tournament and funded the purchase of were announced. all the trophies. Boris Bachinsky of The meeting was conducted by USCAK Philadelphia sports club Tryzub won the President Myron Stebelsky, who greeted tournament, while second and third everyone present and then read the meet- places went to Petro Radomsky and ing’s agenda, which was accepted as read. Stefan Stojko, respectively, both repre- Mr. Stebelsky also spoke about his and his senting Chornomorska Sitch. board’s activities during the last few months. Basil Tarasko, chairman of baseball In April Mr. Stebelsky traveled to and softball, expressed his desire to be as Toronto, where he met with Constantine active in the U.S. as he is in Ukraine. He Cholij, his third assistant and head of also called for tournaments in those USCAK-Canada. At this meeting Mr. sports to take place in America. Stebelsky was given information about George Sawchak, tennis chairman, sports clubs in Toronto and the surround- who sent in a written report, mentioned ing areas, and their activities. the spring tennis tournament at Tryzub, Mr. Stebelsky also recently had talks with and two other future tournaments. The his second assistant, Volodymyr Pavelchak, first is to take place during the Fourth of who is head of USCAK-West, headquar- July weekend and the other on Labor Day tered in Chicago. Mr. Pavelchak represented weekend; both will be held at Soyuzivka. USCAK at the Chicago reception for Maria Bokalo, swimming chairman, Vitalyii Klitschko; an USCAK honorary cer- was not present at the meeting, but tificate was given to the new champion. Mr. included in her statement information Pavelchak was also the official representa- about this year’s swimming champi- tive of USCAK at the Greak Lakes Cup soc- onships at Soyuzivka. cer tournament held in May in Detroit. Myron Pryjmak, sports representative Eugene Chyzhowych, soccer chair- for SUM, reported on current develop- man, reported on his preparations for the ments related to that youth organization. soccer tournament that occurred in May He stated that teams from SUM plan to and spoke of future games as well. take part in volleyball tournaments and Another USCAK soccer tournament is told the board that he wishes to renew the scheduled for July 3-4 at Glen Spey, youth sports games in Ellenville, N.Y., at N.Y., and the final one of this year is to the SUM Oselia. take place during Labor Day weekend. After Alex Napora, financial secretary, Severyn Palydowych, skiing chair- gave his detailed report of clubs’ dues man, spoke about the KLK ski competi- payments to USCAK. Mr. Twardowsky tion held near Hunter, N.Y. Roman spoke about arrangements to make all of Pyndus represented USCAK at this com- the tournaments a success. Mr. Stebelsky Need a back issue? petition and Irenej Isajiw gave champi- reminded everyone that next year is the If you’d like to obtain a back issue of The Ukrainian Weekly, send $2 per copy (first-class postage included) to: ons of the ski races USCAK patches in 50th anniversary of USCAK. It was Administration, The Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. recognition of their achievements. decided that a jubilee banquet and dance Orest Fedash, volleyball chairman, would be perfect to commemorate this spoke about the renewal of volleyball in milestone.

official in a New York City art gallery, Olga Maryschuk’s... she was able to return to Ukraine in 1971 UKRAINIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA (Continued from page 12) to study at the Kyiv State Art Institute on LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS a one-year scholarship. Partners, Architects & Planners in New IF YOU ARE A PHYSICIAN, DENTIST, OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL York. On the Ukrainian American cultur- In September 1989, Ms. Maryschuk Kandel became the first U.S.-born artist EITHER PRACTICING OR TRAINING, HERE’S YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN al scene, she was co-curator and curator, YOUR COLLEAGUES IN NORTH AMERICA’S PREMIER ASSOCIATION OF HEALTH PROFESSIONALS. respectively, for the Yara Arts Group’s to have a traveling exhibit of her work in productions “Poetry: Installations and Soviet Ukraine, upon the invitation of the FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE WRITE TO: Performances” (1999) and “Changing Ukraina Society (Tovarystvo Ukraina) UKRAINIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA Landscapes” (1995). Ms. Maryschuk also and the Artists’ Union of Ukraine/USSR. 2247 W. CHICAGO AVENUE worked as volunteer instructor at The During the course of her visit to CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60622 Ukrainian Museum in New York. Ukraine, Ms. Maryschuk was elected an TELEPHONE: 773-278-6262 Ms. Maryschuk’s work is included in honorary member of the Artists’ Union of OR FAX YOUR REQUEST TO 773-278-6962 Ukraine and was artist-in-residence at the the collections of AT&T, C&S Sovran NAME: ______Bank and United Way in Atlanta; Carter Artists’ Union in Sednev, Chernihiv Wallace and Kohn Pedersen Fox, region. ADDRESS: ______Architects, New York; I. M. Pei & CITY: ______Partners, Architects, Dallas; the Ternopil About Tompkins Square Park Regional Museum; the Ukrainian STATE: ______ZIP: ______Museum of Fine Art, Kyiv; and in Originally part of the largest salt- DAYTIME PHONE: ______numerous private collections. marsh on Manhattan Island, the area now occupied by Tompkins Square Park was *** once used as a native American (Lenape Ms. Maryshcuk earned a BFA degree tribe) hunting and fishing ground. MOVE TO SUNNY FLORIDA from The Cooper Union School of Art When Peter Stuyvesant was forcibly Real Estate is the Best Investment You’ll Make! and Architecture (1979). She also studied removed as the last Dutch governor of at the Pratt Graphic Center and New New Amsterdam in 1664 he retired to his York Studio School. bouwerij estate which encompassed these Lily Nanashko Bambas A recipient of fellowships from the wetlands, where he harvested the lush Ragdale Foundation and the Virginia marsh grass for his cattle. Direct Line: 407-376-1515 Center for the Creative Arts she was also During the War of 1812, the governor Email: [email protected] artist-in-residence at the Sitka Center for of New York, Daniel D. Tompkins, filled Fluent in Ukrainian and Russian Art and Ecology in Otis, Ore. (1993) in and fortified the swamp to better As a young artist, Ms. Maryschuk had defend against a possible British landing. Residential or commercial the opportunity to visit her family in The park was later named in Anywhere in the State of Florida Ukraine in 1967, one year after her moth- Tompkins’ honor to commemorate his Realtor Breese, Craft & Hensley, LLC er’s death in New York. Through a freeing of the slaves in New York state in Licensed Real Estate Brokers chance encounter with a Soviet cultural 1827. 20 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27 No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 21 Two Ukrainian Canadians vie for title of “”

She impressed all four judges. “I don’t know why you’re 23 and no one’s heard of you yet,” said . “You are head and shoulders, a million miles over the moon the best singer I’ve seen in the country this year or last year, perhaps... You’re fantastic,” said Zack Werner. Ms. Sokyrka is a member of Ukrainian National Association Branch 44. Ms. Sandulak, also 23, is a member of a band called the Kit Kat Club. Ms. Sandulak also leads her own band, which performs her original songs and will release her first CD, titled “Would You Know,” after the competition. After Ms. Sandulak sang, Mr. Werner CTV Photo immediately stated, “That’s the single best vocal performance we’ve had since we went across the country as far as I’m concerned.” SASKATOON – Ukrainian Canadians Both Ms. Sokyrka and Ms. Sandulak Theresa Sokyrka of Saskatoon and Kyla appeared in auditions that were broadcast Sandulak of Edmonton are two of the 32 on June 3 and both made it to the nation- singers participating in CTV’s “Canadian al public voting round. CTV viewers will Idol,” a nationwide search for the coun- have an opportunity to vote for their try’s next pop superstar. This is the sec- favorite performers over the next few “George, stop worrying! At our age life ond year of the competition, which weeks. Ms. Sandulak was to appear on involves thousands of contestants. 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tion urging the Ukrainian government to Sen. Campbell... ensure a democratic, transparent and fair (Continued from page 8) election process. Unfortunately, there Mr. President, a serious and credible have been serious problems in Ukraine’s investigation of this case is long overdue pre-election environment. — one which brings to justice not only the Ukraine can do much to demonstrate perpetrators of this crime, but all those its commitment to democracy and the complicit in Gongadze’s disappearance rule of law by conducting free and fair and murder, including President Kuchma. elections and fully and honestly investi- Ukraine faces critically important gating those who were behind the murder presidential elections this October. Last of Heorhii Gongadze. The Ukrainian month, I introduced a bipartisan resolu- people deserve no less. 22 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27

Houston’s Ukrainian school celebrates “last bell” of the year

Graduate Dmytro Skikun with Ivan Tkachenko, teacher of the senior class. by Olha Andriychuk the end of the academic year and the lone graduate this year, Dmytro Skikun. HOUSTON – On May 22 the holiday Greetings were delivered by Vasyl of the last bell was observed at the Diak of the Ukrainian Cultural Club and Ukrainian Ridna Shkola in Houston, Marta Noukas of the Ukrainian National Texas. The ceremonies included the pres- Women’s League of America. Dmytro entation of report cards and achievement received a traditional ring with a tryzub, certificates to students who were promot- the emblem of Ukraine, as well as other ed to the next grade, the awarding of cer- gifts from the community. Because there tificates to graduates and a greeting from parents and members of the community. was only one graduate, he had a chance The celebration began with a divine to personally thank the teachers, the com- liturgy. Parents, students, teachers and munity and his Houston “parents” Olga members of the community received and Zenon Dub for their help. Dmytro God’s blessings in the Church of the spent the past year in Houston and will Mother of God from the Rev. Mykola return to Ukraine in the summer. Dovzhuk, who addressed the students, The culminating moment of the cele- calling on them not to waste time during bration was the handing out of annual summer time but to collect knowledge reports. The students of all four classes everywhere there is an opportunity and to approached the principal in order, receiv- come to school in autumn well-rested ing certificates for their diligent studies and with new energy to undertake study and active participation in the life of their of the , history, tradi- school and community. tions and customs. After the official program there was a There were many people in church concert, during which the students of the that day, especially youths. The embroi- school demonstrated their talents in dered shirts of children mixed with the recitation, singing and dancing. It was more formal dress of senior students. very nice to see the youngest students The official ceremony took part in the and skilled dancers from the Zhuravli parish’s Community Hall. The ceremony troupe directed by Ms. Noukas. The con- was opened by the principal, Tetyana cert was followed by entertainment at the Lytvynchuk, who greeted students with traditional bonfire, or vatra.

HE KRAINIAN EEKLY Visit our archive onT theU Internet at: http://www.ukrweekly.com/W The Zhuravli during their performance. No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 23 Pastor gets a lift as he blesses Toms River church’s new cupolas a lot of dough and an enormous amount of labor to make a lot of pyrohy (or varen- nyky) to pay for our church and for the cupolas.” Thanks to this hard work, and some generous donations, the parish final- ly has its Ukrainian identity. The parish extended its heartiest thanks to Mayor Paul Brush and Silverton Fire Co. No. 1 for making the celebration of its new cupolas unique. For more information about the church, readers may call Father Dubitsky at (732) 826-0767.

Yaroslaw Haywas... (Continued from page 4) Mr. Haywas is also the author of two books of memoirs, “Koly Kinchayetsia Epokha” (On the Threshold of a New Era, 1964) and “Volia Tsiny Ne Maye” (Freedom Has No Price, 1972). He served on the national executive of the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America and was particularly active in its actions aimed at helping Ukraine. Of late, Mr. Haywas resided in Warm Andrij Wowk Mineral Springs, Fla.; he died at the home The Rev. Roman Dubitsky blesses the newly installed domes of St. Stephen Ukrainian Catholic Church in Toms River, N.J., of his daughter in upstate New York. from a cherry picker provided by the Volunteeer Fire Department of Silverton, N.J. Surviving are his daughter, Kvitka Bushnell, and son, Askold Haywas, with by Stan Jak choirs, St. Stephen’s choir and the Boyan enable parishioners to pray and to raise their families. Choir from the Ukrainian Catholic Church funds to pay for the church. TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Sunday, June 6, The funeral liturgy was offered at St. will be remembered by the parishioners of of the Assumption in Perth Amboy, N.J. Cupolas were not in the planning at that John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic St. Stephen Ukrainian Catholic Church as a Both choirs were directed by George time because of the cost. As the parish Church in Hunter, N.Y. Burial followed very unique event celebrating the blessing Shevchuk. grew, the parishioners began working even at St. Andrew’s Ukrainian Orthodox of the church’s newly installed cupolas. The Several dedicated parishioners found- harder to pay off the huge debt. All the Cemetery in South Bound Brook, N.J., uniqueness is due to the way the blessing ed St. Stephen’s in 1986 with the assis- while there was always a question: “When where Mr. Haywas’s wife, who prede- was performed by Father Roman Dubitsky, tance of Father Dubitsky. In 1992 the will we install the cupolas that will proper- ceased him, had been laid to rest. who got a surprising “airlift” by three young church was built on the current site at ly identify the church with Ukrainian archi- The family has requested that memori- volunteers of Silverton Fire Co. No. 1. 1544 White Oak Bottom Road, Toms tecture and the Ukrainian Catholic Rite? al donations be made to Plast in Ukraine The joyous event commenced with a River. The emphasis at that time was to As Father Gus Molodowitz, associate and sent to Dr. George Slusarczuk, 67 solemn liturgy with the participation of two build an all-purpose facility that would pastor, would frequently mention: “It takes Bayberry Drive, Monroe, NY 10950. 24 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27

The offices and Governors take pleasure in announcing the long awaited mended that the UNA Supreme Highlights... Assembly acquire, within two years, a 2004 Annual Ukrainian American Bar Association (Continued from page 8) property on which an old-age home That growth continued in the next sev- could be built; members were asked to (UABA) Convention eral years as UNA membership in 1951 contribute $1 each toward this project. to be held on South Beach, FL was 61,520; in 1952 it reached 65,790; On April 22, 1952, the Executive and in 1953 it was 68,494. By the spring Committee acted on this recommenda- September 22-26, 2004 of 1953, there were 485 UNA branches tion when it decided to purchase a prop- at the luxurious and assets of $14,110,917.73. erty in Kerhonkson, N.Y. The purchase Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Miami Beach, FL At the 22nd Convention, delegates price: $72,000. During the period between the 22nd Make your reservations now! made many important decisions, among them the following amendments to the and 23rd Conventions, the UNA pub- Go to www.uaba.org or call 877-LOEWS-MB UNA By-Laws: an audit of UNA assets lished two major books, “Twentieth Discount pre-registration fee deadline for early registrants extended until July 31, 2004. was to be held at least once a year; the Century Ukraine,” and “Ukraine Under maximum amount of insurance on a cer- the Soviets,” both by Clarence A. tificate was increased to $5,000; the age Manning. of eligible members was raised from 55 to 60; and the subscription fee for Source: “Ukrainian National Associa- Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble Svoboda was upped to 50 cents per tion: Its Past and Present, (1894-1964),” month. by Anthony Dragan (translated from the Saturday July 24 - 7:30 p.m. Delegates elected a new supreme pres- original Ukrainian by Zenon Snylyk). Jersey City, N.J.: Svoboda Press, 1964. McKeesport Riverfront Park ident, Dmytro Halychyn, who would go on to serve through 1961, when he died The border featured in this special fea- 5th & Water Street while still in office. ture is reproduced from a UNA member- The 22nd Convention also recom- ship certificate dating to 1919. Free admission & free parking. Bring lawn chair.

In case of rain, the concert will be held in Congress for their interest in Ukrainian McKeesport High School. While in Washington... issues. (Continued from page 3) “There will be many candidates for For further information call (412) 678-1727, integrate into Euro-Atlantic structures the presidential elections in Ukraine,” e-mail [email protected] or visit www.myrec.org. such as the European Union, the World emphasized Minister Gryshchenko, “but Trade Organization (WTO) and NATO. much like Zbigniew Brzezinski stated “We, from the community [Ukrainian during his recent trip to Ukraine, unlike American],” continued Mr. Sawkiw, Russia, we don’t know who the next “have a special bond towards the land of president of Ukraine will be months our forefathers, and with your presence ahead of time.” The minister pointed out in Washington, it serves to strengthen the that this is a sign of transparency in the relationship between Ukraine and the democratic processes occurring in United States, especially in light of the Ukraine. forthcoming Ukrainian presidential elec- Mr. Gryshchenko also spoke of the tions. May they [the elections] be demo- Ukrainian peacekeeping troops in Iraq, cratic and fair and truly represent the will the obstacles they face, as well as their of the Ukrainian people.” experiences in maintaining the peace. Other members of Congress in atten- Following the discussion and a brief dance included: Rep. James Langevin dinner, the members of Congress (D-R.I.), Rep. Frank LoBiondo (R-N.J.), thanked the minister after the meeting. In Rep. Timothy Murphy (R-Pa.), Rep. turn, the minister thanked the Roscoe Bartlett (R-Md.), Rep. John Congressional Ukrainian Caucus and the McHugh (R-N.Y.), Rep. Tim Holden (D- Ukrainian Congress Committee of Pa.), Rep. George Radanovich (R-Calif.); America for their sponsorship of this Rep. Walter Jones (R-N.C.), Rep. Don opportunity to exchange ideas about the Sherwood (R-Pa.) and, Rep. Steve Israel current state of U.S.-Ukraine relations. (D-N.Y.). Each member of Congress had an opportunity to greet Minister Gryshchenko, as well as to inquire about “Ukrainian-American...” the current situation in Iraq where (Continued from page 5) Ukrainian peacekeepers are serving, the translated by Father [Stephen] Makar mood of the general population in (April 28, 1898); and an editorial titled Ukraine as it approaches the upcoming “Workers of all Nationalities Unite” elections and general discussions about (September 23, 1897) were all examples of world affairs. Svoboda’s support for labor union activity. In response to these questions, Mr. When all else failed, Svoboda argued, Gryshchenko thanked the Members of strikes were the only protection workers had against exploitation by unscrupulous industrialists. In a March 1, 1900, Svoboda article, Father [Pavlo] Tymkevych com- pared labor unions to religious and frater- nal brotherhoods. ... Political power was another objective of the RNS and its organ Svoboda. Urging its readers to become active in American political affairs, Svoboda pro- moted the establishment of political clubs which could someday organize themselves into a national federation. “Having few opportunities to organize in the old country,” observed Svoboda, “we were poor politicians. But here we have no excuse.”

SENDTo order THE an WEEKLY air mail subscription TO UKRAINE to The Ukrainian Weekly for addressees in Ukraine, send $215 for subscription fee and postage costs to: Subscription Department, The Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 25 Ukrainian pro hockey update The Carpathian Ski Club of New York bbyy IIhhoorr SStteellmmaacchh under the auspices of the Ukrainian Sports Federation of USA and Canada (USCAK) will hold Sydor’s playoff punch impressive credentials. He was named justifies Svitov deal outstanding defenseman in the Western the annual Labor Day weekend Hockey League (juniors) and was a cor- The playoff-bound Tampa Bay nerstone of Canada’s World Junior team Lightning finally got the top-four defense- last season. He started this past 2003- SWIMMING COMPETITION man they had been searching for during 2004 season with the American Hockey celebrating the 80th anniversary of KLK and Chornomorska Sitch the past two years when they acquired vet- League’s Philadelphia Phantoms. He at Soyuzivka eran Darryl Sydor in a trade. But the badly concluded the campaign with needed acquisition came at quite a price. Edmonton’s AHL affiliate in Toronto. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2004 Tampa Bay sent center Alexander “I’m excited to be part of the Oilers Svitov (Russian), the No. 3 overall selec- organization,” Woywitka said. I’ve tion in the 2001 entry draft plus a third- grown up watching them. It’s a dream Swim meet round pick in 2004, to Columbus for come true now. It’s a good place for a Saturday, September 4, 2004, 10:00 a.m. defenseman Sydor and a fourth-round young player.” for individual championships of USCAK pick. Hrkac a mentor, insurance policy and Ukrainian National Association Trophies & Ribbons Lightning GM Jay Feaster said Warm-up at 9:30 a.m. Sydor’s experience and ability to run the The 2003-2004 NHL season was well power play overrode any concerns about TABLE of EVENTS under way and Tony Hrkac, at his home in giving away a piece of the future. Boys/Men Girls/Women Jupiter, Fla., was a long way from any INDIVIDUAL “For us it’s about solidifying this fran- rink, wondering just how it was his career chise as a perennial playoff team,” he said. 11 ...... 13/14 100m im 13/14 ...... 12 had come to such an abrupt conclusion. The Ukrainian Sydor, who won a 13 .... 15 & over 100m im 15 & over .... 14 Three consecutive seasons of 80 games Stanley Cup with Dallas in 1998-1999, 15 .. 10 & under 125m free 10 & under .. 16 played and then nothing. Not even an invi- was thrilled with the move. He struggled 17 ...... 11/12 125m free 11/12 ...... 18 this past year with injury-depleted tation to compete for a roster spot at camp. 19 ...... 13/14 150m free 13/14 ...... 10 Columbus, scoring two goals and 15 “He was just lying on the beach,” said 11 .... 15 & over 150m free 15 & over .... 12 points, and was minus 19 in 49 games. Nashville Predators scout Paul Gardner. 13 .. 10 & under 150m free 10 & under .. 14 (He added a goal and 4 points in 31 games The Predators decided Hrkac should 15 ...... 11/12 150m free 11/12 ...... 16 with Tampa.) “I feel like I’m young give up the sand for the ice. Not neces- 17 ...... 13/14 150m back 13/14 ...... 18 again,” said Sydor, 31. “It’s a new chapter. sarily to play in Nashville, though they 19 .... 15 & over 150m back 15 & over .... 20 The team is a contender. I’m looking for- did like the idea of having a 37-year-old 21 .. 10 & under 125m back 10 & under .. 22 ward to helping any way I can.” center on the depth chart. They really 23 ...... 11/12 125m back 11/12 ...... 24 As the Lightning marched through the wanted his experience as a mentor for 25 ...... 13/14 150m breast 13/14 ...... 26 2004 Stanley Cup playoffs right into the prospects with the Milwaukee Admirals. 27 .... 15 & over 150m breast 15 & over .... 28 championship, it was obvious Darryl “They had talked to me over the sum- 29 .. 10 & under 125m breast 10 & under .. 30 Sydor turned out to be one missing piece mer about going to Milwaukee and help- 31 ...... 11/12 125m breast 11/12 ...... 32 of the winning puzzle in Tampa Bay. ing the younger guys because they have a 33 ...... 13/14 100m free 13/14 ...... 34 Banned Belak wants lot of guys that have potential to play in 35 .... 15 & over 100m free 15 & over .... 36 the NHL,” said Hrkac, who won a Stanley more suspensions 37 .. 10 & under 125m fly 10 & under .. 38 Cup with Dallas in 1999, and scored 132 39 ...... 11/12 125m fly 11/12 ...... 40 goals and 371 points in 758 NHL games 41 ...... 13/14 150m fly 13/14 ...... 42 To suggest that Wade Belak accepted for nine different teams. “I didn’t have any 43 ... 15 & over 150m fly 15 & over .... 44 his eight-game suspension for clubbing (NHL offers) this summer and I knew I an opponent over the head without objec- could still play a couple of more years, so RELAYS tion would be an enormous stretch. I called them in the middle of October and But, to his credit, he did accept a cer- told them I was interested.” 45 .. 10 & under 4 x 25m free 10 & under .. 46 tain amount of culpability for his actions. Hrkac has been everything and more 47 ...... 11/12 4 x 25m free 11/12 ...... 48 Belak did wonder, however, how selec- the Predators hoped he would be. Not 49 ...... 13/14 4 x 50m free 13/14 ...... 50 tive the NHL’s justice system is and only has he been a big brother for 51 .... 15 & over 4 x 50m medley 15 & over .... 52 hoped others who wield sticks carelessly prospects such as Scottie Upshall, Swimmers can compete in three (3) individual and one (1) relay events. Relay teams will and viciously would be dealt with just as Timofei Shishkanov, Libor Pivko, severely as he was. be established by team coaches or representatives. August 23, 2004, Andrew Hutchinson and fellow Uke Entry deadline: Entry forms, provided below, must be submitted by “(Mark Messier’s) was intentional,” Darren Haydar, he also challenged for said Belak, referring to a two-game sus- to Marika Bokalo, Swim Meet director. There will be no registration at poolside. Registration the team regular season scoring lead with fee is $5.00 per swimmer. pension Messier received for spearing over 50 points in some 60 games. Pittsburgh’s Martin Strbak the day after The numbers weren’t surprising. After Belak hit Colorado’s Ossi Vaananen in all, Hrkac tallied nine goals and 26 points the head with his stick. “But no way are in 2002-2003 for the Atlanta Thrashers. Name: (English) they going to suspend (Messier) on prob- He really figures he can still be as pro- ably his last year.” ductive in the NHL. Name: (Ukrainian) Belak readily acknowledged that “You’re never too old to keep dream- sticks must come down. ing,” Hrkac said. “I understand what they Address “Hopefully, my suspension will maybe wanted me for. Nashville was in a playoff open eyes in the (NHL) front office to race, and I’ve been there before.” start calling the ones that guys almost 4. Date of birth Speaking of playoff races, Hrkac’s lose eyes over,” said Belak, who missed Milwaukee Admirals found themselves in the first two games of the playoffs. City Zip Comrie-for-Woywitka trade the American Hockey League’s Calder Cup finals. Perhaps a Calder Cup to go thrills GM + Oilers along with the Stanley Cup in Dallas could Telephone Age earn this wily vet a job back in the NHL The way GM Kevin Lowe sees it, it’s ranks next season, lockout permitting. Male Female never a bad deal when you trade some- Zhitnik’s all-star game memory one who can’t get out of Edmonton fast Club/Youth Association enough for someone who can’t wait to “I had the chance to play against get there. (Wayne) Gretzky and all those guys in Event ______Entry time ______This is exactly what he did when he 1999. They had some great players on moved holdout center Mike Comrie to that North American team, but we had Event ______Entry time ______the Philadelphia Flyers for 20-year-old Sergei Fedorov, Pavel Bure, Peter Event ______Entry time ______prospect defenseman Jeff Woywitka and Forsberg, Mats Sundin. You play against two draft picks (first round in 2004, third them, but when you’re all in the same round in 2005). dressing room it’s a different feeling. Please send this entry form with $5 entry fee by August 20, 2003. “There seems to be a huge premium People think they were big stars, big on defense in the NHL and when you can hockey players, but everybody was really (checks made out to “Ukrainian Sports Federation”) to: get a solid defenseman that has the nice, really polite. The coach gets every- Marika Bokalo upside Woywitka does, you go after body together, all these guys, and says, 641 Evergreen Pkwy. him,” Lowe said. “We feel this solidifies ‘OK, let’s kick their ass.’ ” Union, NJ 07083 our back end for a lot of years.” (908) 851-0617 Woywitka’s resume is chock full of (Continued on page 27) 26 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 No. 27 No. 27 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2004 27

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