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JOURNALDEDICATED TO THE PROMOTION AND CONTINUANCE OF POLISH AMERICAN CULTURE ThE REMaRkaBlE CaREER OF EddIE BaSINSkI ESTABLISHED 1911 JULY 2018 • VOL. 107, NO. 7 • $2.25 www.polamjournal.com PAGE 13 LOSS “MR. GALAZKA” WILL BE FELT FOR YEARS • PAJF SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE JULY 31 • MEET LUCYNA MIGALA AMBASSADOR-NOMINEE VOWS TO SUPPORT FOR “ESSENTIAL FREEDOMS” • SOCIAL SECURITY FROM POLAND BISHOP ZUBIK REORGANIZES PITTSBURGH’S CHURCHES • THE EMOTION BEHIND “THE HOLOCAUST LAW“ Newsmark Poland, Troops Encore for Paderewski from 19 Nations dESPITE “MISTakE,” POlaNd WIll aCCEPT NOMI- Hold Annual NEE. Donald Trump’s pick for the next U.S. ambassador will be accepted in Warsaw despite her critical comments Exercises on an anti-defamation law, a Polish presidential aide said. WARSAW — NATO’S Krzysztof Szczerski, a senior foreign policy adviser “Saber Strike 18” exercises to President Andrzej Duda, said the Polish head of state involving some 18,000 troops would accept Georgette Mosbacher’s credentials if she from 19 nations were held in were posted to Warsaw despite her “unnecessary and mis- Poland and the Baltic states, taken” comments made during her nomination hearing in as the Western alliance looks the U.S. Senate. to boost readiness on its east- Mosbacher criticized a Polish anti-defamation law, ern fl ank. blaming it for triggering a wave of anti-Semitism in East- The June 3-15 maneuvers ern Europe, according to reports. She also spoke in favor of came as Poland has indicated Poland accepting a certain number of refugees. it is considering a proposal to The 71-year-old nominee told the Senate Committee on host a permanent contingent Foreign Relations that she was ready to voice America’s of U.S. troops in the way that support for “essential freedoms” in Poland. Germany and Italy have done “I am aware of recent concerns about respect for demo- since World War II. cratic institutions in Poland — freedom of speech, the in- The United States led a dependence of the judiciary, and the rule of law — and I multinational NATO battle am ready to voice our strong support for these essential group in Poland, while allies freedoms if I am confi rmed as ambassador,” Mosbacher Germany, Britain, and Cana- said, as quoted on the foreign.senate.gov website. MEMBERS OF THE POLISH HERITAGE ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN CITY stand be- da commanded three others Szczerski told Polish private radio broadcaster RMF fore a new bronze bust of Ignacy Jan Paderewski. The new image of the Polish statesman, in the Baltic states of Estonia, FM that, regardless of the comments that Mosbacher made composer, and politician replaces a previous one made of terra cotta. Pictured are (l. to r.): Latvia, and Lithuania, where during her nomination hearing, she “will be a representa- Theresa Child, Dr. Janusz Duzinkiewicz, Gene Tylisz, Marilyn Burns, Carol Tylisz, Dr. Larry the Saber Strike maneuvers tive of our ally.” Yodlowski, Jerry Sosinski, Margaret Picur, Amanda Kolasa, and Mark Kolasa. were held. He also said that relations between Poland and the Unit- by Ann Scamerhorn condition deteriorated due to the elements and The long-standing U.S. ed States were determined not by individuals, but by both vandalism. It was replaced in 1974, but ulti- Army Europe-led coopera- nations’ interests, Poland’s PAP news agency reported. MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — A new bronze mately destroyed in a fi re while in storage in tive training exercise is de- For more on Mosbacher, see page 3. bust of Polish statesman, composer, and poli- the early 2000s. signed to enhance readiness tician Ignacy Jan Paderewski was welcomed Dora Natella, Associate Professor of and interoperability among MIaRka TO REPRESENT NaTO aT U.N. Polish dip- into the Polish Garden during a dedication Sculpture at Indiana University South Bend’s allies and regional partners,” lomat Michał Miarka has been selected to take over as ceremony held May 20 at the Friendship Bo- E.M. Raclin School of the Arts, was selected the U.S. Army said. NATO’s civilian liaison offi cer to the United Nations. tanic Gardens. in 2016 to work on the new sculpture upon The United States and Miarka will take the post for a three-year term, public The project and event were sponsored by recommendation from a local student to the NATO have bolstered their broadcaster Polish Radio’s IAR news agency reported. the Polish Heritage Association of Michigan organization. presence in Poland and else- He previously worked at Poland’s representative offi ce City (PHAMC). Mark Kolasa, president of the PHAMC, where on the alliance’s east- to NATO in Brussels for several years, according to the The original bust of Paderewski, which served as emcee for the program, and Dr. ern fl ank since Russia’s 2014 news agency. Miarka’s new role will see him liaising be- was made of terra cotta, was created by lo- Janusz Duzinkiewicz of Purdue University annexation of Crimea from tween the Western military alliance and the U.N. headquar- cal artist Robert Wilcox and presented to the Northwest spoke on Paderewski’s legacy. Ukraine and its support for ters in New York. former International Friendship Gardens by Live music of Paderewski’s works was played separatists in eastern Ukraine. the Paderewski Club of Michigan City on POlaNd CREdITS SUCCESS WITh U.S. INvEST- August 13, 1950. Over the years, the statue’s See “Paderewski ...” page 3 See “Exercises ...” page 3 MENT. The presence of American companies in Poland since the early 1990s has signifi cantly contributed to the country’s economic growth, said that country’s Foreign Wilczek Praises Wilson’s and America’s Minister. Speaking at a meeting with companies represented in

the American Chamber of Commerce in Poland, Minister Eff orts to “repair the mistake of history” STEFANSKI/MSZ M. PHOTO.: Jacek Czaputowicz said American investment was a source by Mark Dillon of know-how and business experience for Polish compa- nies. WASHINGTON. D.C. — Piotr Further development of American projects in fi elds such Wilczek, Ambassador of Poland to the as infrastructure, defense, IT and energy has a direct im- United States, addressed attendees at pact on strengthening Poland’s position in Europe,” Cza- The Rebirth of Europe Conference held putowicz said. at the Embassy of Slovakia in Washing- He referred to the role of American liquefi ed natural gas ton, D.C. on June 2 by recounting the (LNG) as a key element of energy security in Poland, Pol- re-emergence of Polish Independence skie Radio reported. 100 years ago, and Poland’s struggle to maintain sovereignty through 1920. gERMaNY FIRST TO hONOR CENTENaRY. President Wilczek highlighted the critical impact Andrzej Duda thanked his German counterpart for being of United States’ food and clothing as- the fi rst leader to visit Warsaw to mark the centenary of sistance to Poland in the aftermath of Poland regaining its independence. World War I. German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier made a The weekend event, organized by two-day visit to Poland for talks on relations between the Maryland-based The Wilsonian Club two neighboring nations. and co-sponsored by the Polish Ameri- “The president is the fi rst leader who has come to our can Congress and the Czechoslovak country to celebrate this exceptionally important anniver- Society of Arts and Sciences, attracted more than 100 academics, authors and sary with us,” said Duda. “PRESIdENT WILSON WOULd BE PROUd ANd HAPPY ...” Piotr Wilczek, Am- While in the Polish capital, Steinmeier attended a con- cultural leaders from Krakow to Min- nesota. bassador of Poland to the U.S. discusses World War I era diplomacy at The Re- ference on Polish-German partnership within the European birth of Europe conference, June 1-2 at the Embassy of Slovakia in Washington, Union. He also placed a wreath at a monument in the Pol- The conference was intended to mark a century since the Versailles Peace D.C. The conference marked 100 years since the Versailles Peace Conference, the ish capital honoring the heroes of the 1944 Warsaw Upris- renewed independence of Poland, the formation of Czechoslovakia and emer- ing against the Nazi Germans. See “Wilson ...,” page 4 gence of modern Romania. 2 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018

Almanac Editorial POLISH Follow us on Facebook, AMERICAN and on the web, too, at: www.polamjournal.com The Loss “Mr. Galazka” will be Felt for Years JOURNAL by Sophie Hodorowicz Knab July Q Lipiec In Gratitude Dedicated to the Promotion The Polish American commu- “I was saddened to hear of the and Continuance of Gdy Halina łąki zrosi, nity mourns the loss of Jacek “Jack” passing of Jacek Galazka who, as Polish American Culture rolnik w wodzie siano kosi. Galazka, who passed away at his the editor of Hippocrene Books, Established 1911 published my books, The For- When July’s hay is ready, home in Cornwall Bridge, Connect- IGNATIUS HAJDUK • Founder 1911-1920 icut on May 8 at the age of 94. gotten Holocaust and Did the JOHN DENDE • Publisher 1920-1944 the farmers must make bales. HENRY J. DENDE • Publisher 1944-1983 (July is tributed to St. Anne, the Born in Vilno, Poland. Mr. Gala- Children Cry?” said Dr. Richard Virgin’s mother) zka (as I always addressed him) left C. Lukas, one of many letters we USPS 437-220 / ISSN 0032-2792 Poland at age 15 to escape the Ger- received upon the news of Gala- Published monthly in four editions 1 1926. Opening of the Ben Frank- man occupation and joined his fa- zka’s passing. (Buffalo, Polish Beneficial Association, lin Bridge (then known as Dela- ther in Paris, a member of the Polish “He strongly believed that my National, and Digital editions) by: ware River Bridge) built by Army, who had been taken hostage research in the 1980s and 1990s PANAGRAPHICS, INC. Ralph Modjeski. but managed to escape to the French had broken new historical ground P.O. BOX 271 2 Matka Boska Jagodna and supported me in my work,” N. BOSTON, NY 14110-0271 city. With the invasion of France by (800) 422-1275 Blessed Virgin of the Berries. said Lukas, who — not one for The first fruits and wild ber- the Germans, Jacek and his father (716) 312-8088 ries are ripened by this day. made for London and then to Scot- understatement — did so here, as [email protected] 3 1619. Account of strike by Polish land where he began his studies. Lukas’ books are now considered www.polamjournal.com After graduating from high requisite resources on the topic settlers in Jamestown, Virg. Jacek “Jack” Galazka entered into records of the school, Jacek joined the Polish of Poland and World War II, not PERIODICAL POSTAGE PAID AT BOSTON, Virginia Company. The Poles, Armed Forces in the West (Polskie their additional titles. only in North America, but in N.Y. AND ADDITIONAL ENTRY OFFICES pitch, tar and glassmakers, held Siły Zbrojne na Zachodzie) a Pol- Concurrently, Mr. Galazka Europe as well. 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Francis Ga- of Normandy, eventually ending up Polish Heritage Songbook (1988), like those of Lukas came off the [email protected] breski scores his 28th downed in Kaatsheuvel, the Netherlands, American Phrase Book for Poles presses alongside cookbooks, Associate Editors Benjamin Fiore, S.J., Mary where he met his wife, Coby. In (1990), produced an English trans- English translations of Polish E. Lanham, Michael Pietruszka, Jennifer enemy plane. Pijanowski, Stas Kmiec, Thomas Tarapacki 6 1922. Death of Blessed Maria 1948 he returned to Scotland and lation to Sula Benet’s Song, Dance classics, and works by Polish Contributing Editors John J. Bukowczyk, Thad Teresia Ledóchowska (b. earned a degree in economics from and Customs of Peasant Poland, American authors now on book- Cooke, Mirek Denisiewicz, John Grondelski, April 29 1863), Roman Catholic Sophie Hodorowicz-Knab, Steve Litwin, James the University of Edinburgh. co-wrote the Polish Heritage Travel shelves across the globe. Pula, John Radzilowski nun and African missionary. In 1952, Mr. Galazka immigrated Guide to USA & Canada (1992), as The Polish American Journal BUREAUS. Chicago Geraldine Balut Coleman, 7 1572. Death of King Zygmunt to the United States and worked for well as creating the annual Polish owes a large part of its success Minneapolis Mark Dillon; Toledo Margaret August, last of Poland’s Jagiel- the publisher Charles Scribner’s Heritage Art Calendar that offered to Galazka, who was introduced Zotkiewicz-Dramczyk; Warsaw Robert Strybel; lonian dynasty. Washington Richard Poremski Sons in New York City. By March full color masterpieces of Poland’s to the newspaper by Cleveland’s Columnists Mary Ann Marko, Regina McIntyre, 8 1824. Birth of Wlodzimierz of 1964, he was head of the newly- best known painters. Thad Cooke. (Cooke, it should Ed Poniewaz, Stephen Szabados, Greg Witul, Krzyzanowski (d. 1887), Union John Ziobrowski officer. established reference department at From 1999-2008, he also served be known, advocated Hippocrene Newsclippers John Armstrong, Mr. & Mrs. 10 1835. Birth of composer and vio- Charles Scribner’s Sons. In 1983 he as president of the Jozef Pilsudski by handing out cases upon cases Jacob Dvornicky, Henry J. Kensicki, Walter Piatek, John Yesh linist Henry Wieniawski. was named president of the com- Institute of America. of its books, all paid for with his Agents Robert Czubakowski 11 1938. Death of Mother Coletta pany, and remained so until its pur- Polish patriot, publicist, promot- own money). With Hippocrene’s Proofreader Larry Trojak Hilbert, founder of the Francis- chase by Macmillan Publishers. er of Polish books in English trans- extensive Polish catalog as a Circulation Manager Kathy Bruno can Sisters of St. Joseph. Over the next several decades, as lation in America, Jacek Galazka foundation, we were able to open Advertising Kathy Bruno 13 2000. Death of , Jan Karski editor for Hippocrene Books, Inc., gave the Polish American commu- the PAJ Bookstore, which to this To Advertise in the PAJ Call former Polish diplomat who in Mr. Galazka gave the American nity greater access to the history and day is an essential source of in- 1 (800) 422-1275 1942 tried to warn Great Britain come for the Journal. Regular rate: and the United States of Nazi public English translations of Polish culture of Poland. He helped place literary classics such as those writ- Poland and its rich heritage on the “He was a kind, knowledge- $12.50 per column inch atrocities in occupied Poland. Non-profit rate: His words fell on deaf ears. ten by Henryk Sienkiewicz, which bookshelves of American libraries able man who was part of the $10.00 per column inch were translated by Polish American and bookstores. postwar hegira of Poles who 15 1410. Polish victory over the The Polish American Journal does not as- Teutonic Knights at Grunwald. writer W.S. Kuniczak. He also made His contribution to strengthen- came to the United States and sume responsibility for advertisements beyond 16 Saint Kunegunda available the distribution of Adam ing and deepening the connection of made enormous contributions to the cost of the advertisement itself. We are 17 1629. Birth of Poland’s warrior responsible only for the first incorrect insertion Zamoyski’s The Polish Way in the people of Polish descent living out- American society,” said Lukas. of an advertisement. Advertisers are advised to king, Jan Sobieski. United States. 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ish Catholic groups and Georgetown oremski When conferring a posthumous University (where Karski had been a professor). I was sitting with the Kar-

Presidential Medal of Freedom on Jan Karski in 2012, President Obama ski delegation, just behind Poland’s said that the Polish Underground cou- then-Ambassador Robert Kupiecki, rier went into a “Polish death camp” as President Obama read from a tele- to bear witness to the suffering of the prompter the words “Polish death Jews. The president quickly recanted camp.” A noticeable sigh circulated in his misstatement and issued an apolo- the room; the ambassador’s head fell gy to then Polish President Bronislaw into his hands. All of us who had been Komorowski. “There simply were no celebrating this long-overdue recogni- ‘Polish death camps,” Obama wrote tion looked at each other blankly, the on May 31, 2012 “The killing cen- oxygen sucked out of the room. ters at Auschwitz-Birkenau, Belzec, And while one can debate till the Treblinka, and elsewhere in occupied cows come home, the strategic wis- Poland were built and operated by the dom of the new Polish law to crimi- Nazi regime. In contrast, many Poles nalize implicating the Polish state Detail of the bust. risked their lives — and gave their with the Holocaust (along with the en- lives — to save Jews from the Holo- forceability or efficacy of such a law), continued from cover caust.” what is missed in the discussion is the The fact that the gifted and well- emotion behind it. The facts are clear: by Ruth Ausema on keyboard. educated Obama — who had lived in there was no Polish state complicity Special guests at the ceremony Benefits Seminar at Polish Embassy. Tomasz Szablinski, Chicago for years, serving one of the in the German-Nazi killing machine, included Wendy Wilcox Kermen, section head at the Department of Social Security Disability Benefits country’s largest Polish-heritage con- no Polish quisling regime, and numer- daughter of Robert Wilcox (the Abroad, is pictured at right conducting a Polish social security eligi- ous dangerous, clandestine efforts to original bust’s sculptor); John Lein- stituencies, first in the state senate and bility seminar at the Polish Embassy. Seated at left is Consul General save Jews including through Zegota, weber, president of the Friendship later the United States Senate — could Zygmunt Matynia. Botanic Gardens’ Board of Direc- make such a primary gaffe goes to the an Polish Underground organization heart of the current controversy over charged with rescuing Jews and ex- by Richard P. Poremski attended by approximately fifty tors; and Don Przybylinski, city people. Szablinski lectured the council at-large, Michigan City, Ind. new legislation. Most people simply ecuting Polish betrayers. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Due audience for about one hour and The Paderewski bust and Polish know almost nothing about Poland’s Set aside the fact that there were to the Social Security Treaty, twenty minutes, accompanied by Garden were then blessed by Rev. situation during World War II. They individual Polish collaborators and set Poles now living in the United a program of forty very detailed Stephen Kosinski of Hammond, do not realize that Poland had to fight aside the endless discussion about en- States who lived/worked in Po- and informative slides concerning Ind. A reception featuring Polish both the Nazis and the Soviets simul- demic Polish anti-Semitism, the core land could become eligible for the eligibility rules, regulations, baked goods from the Baker’s Doz- taneously without outside help; few fact is that the country’s national hon- Polish retirement or disability application forms and payments. en in South Bend (Ind.) was held in know that ethnic Poles — after the or has been impugned — for decades benefits payable to them in the Afterwards, all the ZUS represen- the Symphony Garden following Jews and the Gypsies — were “the and shockingly to the present — by United States. tatives were available for private the program. most relentlessly tormented national false narratives that conveniently let group in Hitler’s Europe,” according Germany off the hook for its crimes A social security benefits sem- consultations with the attendees, to historian Michael C. Steinlauf, son while shifting blame to Poland, a cap- inar was conducted by Tomasz to which many took full and ap- Exercises of Polish-Jewish Holocaust survivors. tive nation. Szablinski – section head at the preciative advantage of. continued from cover To understand the controversial legis- This core emotional fact should be Department of Social Security This seminar was one of six lation in Poland to criminalize speech considered in any and every discus- Disability Benefits Abroad (ZUS that were conducted between May An “information document” by connecting the Polish state with the sion about this legislation. The world - Zaklad Ubezpieczen Spolec- 11-19, 2018 in Houston, Texas the Polish Defense Ministry seen by Holocaust, one must understand this has failed Poland. It is a fact that Pres- znych) at the Embassy of the Re- Pompano Beach and Clearwa- news agencies suggests that Warsaw primary wound. That is, widespread ident Obama recognized and quickly public of Poland, May 14, 2018, ter, Fla.; Washington, D.C.; New could spend $1.5 billion to $2 bil- ignorance about Polish history — es- recanted. So too should others. under the auspices of Consul York, N.Y.; and Boston, Mass. lion to help cover the cost of perma- pecially during World War II. v v v General Zygmunt Matynia. Sz- For more detailed general and nently basing a U.S. tank unit in Po- Wanda Urbanska is the U.S.-based ablinski was assisted by a senior specific ZUS information, visit land. Russia immediately attacked I was in the White House when International Relationship Manager inspector and two specialists from www.zus.pl; via email at cot@ the proposal, saying such a deploy- Obama uttered those memorable for the Polish History Museum in War- ZUS. zus.pl; or call (from the United ment “in no way creates security words as I had placed Karski’s name saw. She is former president of the Jan The informational seminar States) 011-48-22-560-16-00. and stability on the continent.” in nomination for the Medal on be- Karski Educational Foundation. was conducted in Polish, and was Forum Ambassador-Nominee Vows to Support for “essential freedoms” in Poland Trump’s Choice land that is economically robust and government officials on a visit to co-chairman of Sen. John McCain’s resilient,” Mosbacher said. Washington, Polish Radio’s IAR 2000 presidential campaign, and has is critical of Poland’s She said America recognized news agency reported. been a major fundraising for numer- Anti-defamation Law “the sacrifices the Poles have made The news agency said Polish ous Republican candidates. ‘for our freedom and yours’ as they Deputy Foreign Minister Bartosz Mosbacher has served on the have fought in solidarity with us and Cichocki would raise the issue dur- U.S. Advisory Commission on Pub- Sides with European have died in support of our shared ing a meeting with the U.S. Assis- lic Diplomacy since 2016. values and our shared history.” tant Secretary of State for Europe Weeks after the Hollywood Ac- Union on Refugees She also said Poland “is an im- and Eurasia, Wess Mitchell. cess tape surfaced — in which then- portant military leader in NATO” v v v candidate Trump’s made salacious WASHINGTON, D.C. — and “one of the few NATO countries A Republican fundraiser who comments about women to televi- Georgette Mosbacher, President that meets, and plans to exceed, its was once married to the secretary of sion host Billy Bush — Mosbacher Donald Trump’s pick for the new obligation of spending 2.0 percent commerce under President George came to Trump’s defense in an inter- U.S. ambassador to Poland, has of GDP on defense.” H.W. Bush, Mosbacher became view, calling him a “decent man.” In vowed to voice America’s sup- She said that a “more secure rich during a string of marriages an opinion piece in The Washington port for “essential freedoms” in the Poland means a more energy-inde- to wealthy, older men. She has no Times on July 2, 2017, she defended country, according to reports. pendent Poland” and that “Poland known connection to or expertise him by stating, “If Donald Trump’s During a hearing in the U.S. Sen- and its neighbors should not be held about Poland, but she has donated standard of behavior gets the job ate, Mosbacher said she was “aware Georgette Mosbacher, President hostage to a single supplier of en- more than $525,000 to Republican done, perhaps that standard should of recent concerns about respect for Trump’s pick for U.S. ambassador ergy.” candidates and organizations over become the new normal. It is time to democratic institutions in Poland” to Poland. Mosbacher declared that her top the years, according to the Center reset protocol to something that will and added that she intended to voice priority if confirmed “will be to en- for Responsive Politics. better serve the nation. We should America’s strong support for “es- the Senate Committee on Foreign courage American businesses to ex- Mosbacher has also been a major redefine what is presidential to take sential freedoms” if confirmed as Relations that she grew up in the pand trade between our nations.” Republican fundraiser and activist. account of results, as in the busi- ambassador. Chicago area surrounded by Polish During the hearing, Mosbacher She served as a co-chair of the Re- ness world. A businessman defines a Mosbacher said, as quoted on culture and around hard-working criticized a Polish anti-defamation publican National Committee’s Fi- problem, finds a solution, and acts. the foreign.senate.gov website: “I Polish immigrants, “deeply faithful, law and also spoke in favor of Po- nance Committee, and has worked Yes, the president’s decisive style of am aware of recent concerns about industrious people.” land accepting a certain number of with the National Republican Sena- action doesn’t always follow proto- respect for democratic institutions She referred to the words of refugees, according to a report by torial Committee and the New Re- col, but it moves the ball.” in Poland — freedom of speech, the President Trump in Warsaw last Polish Radio’s Washington corre- publican Majority Fund. She was If confirmed by the Senate, independence of the judiciary, and year that the United States benefit- spondent, Marek Wałkuski. New York State’s Republican Na- Mosbacher would succeed Paul W. the rule of law — and I am ready ted from a strong Poland. Mosbacher’s claim that the Pol- tional Committeewoman for more Jones, a career foreign service offi- to voice our strong support for these “This means a Poland that is sov- ish anti-defamation law has trig- than ten years, and was the first cer who has served in Warsaw since essential freedoms if I am confirmed ereign and independent with strong gered a wave of anti-Semitism in woman to serve as general chairman June 2015. as ambassador.” constitutional freedoms; a Poland Eastern Europe was met with criti- of the Republican Governors Asso- — From IAR, foreign.senate.gov, The 71-year-old nominee told that is militarily secure; and a Po- cism from a delegation of Polish ciation. She also served as national and allgov.com reports. 4 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 Wilson: President would be proud Minnesota Voice continued from cover extended towards our nation so many years ago, namely mutual trust and commitment. Conference, reflect on regional political Today, Poles and Americans once again Rebirth of Europe Conference changes and cultural aspirations of the period, serve shoulder to shoulder. However, now and highlight the eventual long term success they not only serve in far-flung regions such Reflects on a Century of Change of the peoples of Central Europe in building as the Middle East, but in Poland, Romania, by Mark Dillon Biskupski explained. new futures. and throughout Europe. When our values and Another Polish perspective was offered by our alliance is threatened, we know that we Ambassador Wilczek’s remarks In a week when former World War I al- Tomasz Pudlocki, professor of history at Jagi- cannot be apathetic, and we know we can lies bickered over trade policy, more than 100 ellonian University in Krakow, who focused “It is fitting that today’s conference is en- count on the support of the United States. Central European historians, authors and dip- on the complex diplomatic challenges of win- titled the ‘Rebirth of Europe,’ for although we Poland, like many countries represented lomats came together in Washington, D.C. at ning board support for the restoration of Pol- are marking the centennial of independence, here today, knows all too well the price of the Rebirth of Europe conference in June to ish independence after more than a century our countries and nations date back much fur- freedom. Which is why we are modernizing mark positive change from a global conflict of partitioned rule. He highlighted the fact ther. Poles, as most Europeans, love to boast our armed forces and investing in the secu- 100 years ago. that initially the Germans sought to create the about the great history of our country. We rity and defense of our country, our region, Much gratitude was expressed for the U.S. Kingdom of Poland puppet state on Nov. 5, possess centuries of culture, traditions and and our alliance. Poland is proud to be a se- and European leaders who helped Poland, 1916, an idea that did not win much support, history. In this regard we certainly outrank curity contributor, with troops deployed to Czechoslovakia and Romania emerge from as both Germans and Austrians treated Polish the relative youth of the United States. Never- Latvia and Romania, because solidarity is our under the yoke of the dysfunctional monar- land as conquered territory. theless modern Polish history actually beings strength. chies of Austria-Hungary, Russia and Ger- Pudlocki noted that European and Wil- around the time of President Wilson’s tenure many, as well as son’s public support for Poland only began in the White House. the later brutal hy- to crystalize after Russian Tsar Nicholas II To today’s casual observer, the Poland at pocrisy of Com- floated the idea of a quasi-autonomous Pol- the time of President Wilson would have been munism. ish state in a Christmas 1916 message. At that an unrecognizable entity. Then Poles were However, aca- point the Russians had already lost Warsaw, a nation without a state. They were divided demics from Kra- were retreating across the Eastern Front and by imposed rulers. When President Wilson kow to Minnesota had implemented a scorched earth policy. drafted his speech to Congress about the post- gathering at the “The impossible became possible,” Pud- war world order, Poles were literally fighting Embassy of Slo- locki said, with the help of advocates for Po- against one another in someone else’s name, vakia provided land such as pianist Ignacy Paderewski and wearing uniforms of the empires who parti- a sober realiza- the 22,000 Polish Americans who volunteered tioned Poland over a century ago. An estimat- tion that President for military service in the Polish Army in ed two million Polish soldiers fought during Woodrow Wil- France. the course of the war, often as conscripts dis- son’s 1918 goal Not everything at the conference was geo- persed throughout the grand armies. For com- of national self- political, or a look at just the past. Two public parison, two million soldiers is approximately determination, ex- policy researchers at the University of Surrey the amount of men the United States deployed Looking at the past and the future. Minnesota Slovak au- pressed in his 14 in the United Kingdom – Zuzana Palovic and to France by the time of the Armistice. Of thor John Palka and Wilsonian Club President Frank Safertal look on as Points for Peace, Gabriela Bereghazyova --focused on the on- these two million Polish soldiers, close to half authors Dr. Zuzana Palovic and Dr. Gabriela Bereghazyova discuss the and at the Ver- going transformation of cultural, social and a million died. transformation of social and political ideas and the growth of national sailles Peace Con- economic ideas within Slovakia, a nation that Yet Wilson’s deep understanding of his- identity in Slovakia. ference, and other has undergone six regime changes in the 20th tory and his geopolitical wisdom compelled 1920 treaties, did century and the 1993 breakup with the Czech him to make Poland an indispensable part of From serving alongside each other in mili- not fully come about until 1989. Republic. his vision for Europe. Simply put, Woodrow tary deployments, to cooperating in promot- “Wilson’s vision endures in the 21st Cen- This year marks Slovakia’s 25th anniver- Wilson helped repair the mistake of history. ing our shared values in the international are- tury” said Elilot Sorel, professor of global sary as an independent nation. Palovic and The years following the rebirth of Poland na, the strategic partnership that Poland and health at George Washington University. At Bereghazyova have authored a book entitled were the start of a lasting friendship between the United States share is a testament to the the time same, Sorel said the world faces a The Great Return about how educated young the United States and Poland. A relationship strength of our alliance. From an economi- “global governance deficit” that may under- diaspora are returning to infuse Slovakia with based on shared values and mutual trust. cally dependent and existentially threatened mine past achievements, international cooper- talent and ideas. Values that were first developed in combat. state in 1918, to a thriving economy and ation, cultural stability and economic growth. Personal insights offered at the conference Although naturally much attention is paid to strong NATO ally, Poland has come to fulfill In 18 presentations and four diplomatic ad- included anecdotes from speakers and audi- World War I, it is actually the years following the role that President Wilson set out for it, dresses, speakers representing seven nation- ence members about their ancestors’ involve- the war which I believe helped shape lasting namely to be the cornerstone of European sta- alities made it clear that many people rede- ment in the epic events of the 20th Century. Polish-American bonds. bility. I am sure President Wilson would be fined and reinterpreted Wilson’s idealism in Juraj Ludevit Jan Slavik, 89, recalled how On January 1, 1920 — the day Babe Ruth proud and happy to see his vision so success- ways that both benefited Europe and created his father, Juraj, was sent to Warsaw to head was sold from Boston (Red Sox) to New York fully fulfilled. setbacks that future generations would have the Czechoslovak diplomatic mission to Po- (Yankees) and life was going back to normal I am glad that later this evening we will be to fix. land in 1936, when bilateral relations were here in America, the Bolsheviks were increas- able to toast President Wilson and all those Czech Republic Ambassador Hynek strained over Upper Silesia. Hitler had al- ing their troops along the Polish border. The who contributed to Poland’s independence Kmonicek added a bit of humor to the pro- ready begun a string of territorial demands Polish-Bolshevik War would serve as the ul- in 1918 during a special concert at the Na- ceedings, saying that while historians seek to that would lead to the breakup of Czechoslo- timate test of Poland’s resolve to defend her tional Philharmonic at Strathmore (theater in sort facts to learn truths, a diplomat’s role is vakia two years later, and in 1939, the inva- newly won independence. As Poland’s reborn Bethesda, Maryland) dedicated to Poland’s create a mythology based on selected facts sion of Poland. The Slavik family would flee independence was threatened by Bolshevik centennial of rebirth. I hope many of you will “some of which we know as fake news.” to Switzerland when the younger Juraj was Russia, Americans stood ready to assist. It also be joining us for this incredible musical In his presentation, Mieczyslaw Biskupski, nine. was American volunteer airmen who fought event. professor of history at Central Connecticut Anna Cookova, president of Wisconsin in the Kosciuszko Squadron in defense of Po- Given the fact that today’s conference is State University, questioned whether Wilson Czechs, Inc. told the story of how her relative, land. The pilots had no connection to Poland being co-organized by several European dias- gets too much credit for advocating a reborn Charles J. Vopicka,, the U.S, envoy to Roma- except for their gratitude for Poland’s support pora organizations, I consider it most fitting Poland, arguing that Wilson’s use of the word nia, Serbia and Bulgaria from 1913 to 1920, of American independence and a desire to to say a few words about the contributions of “should” rather than stronger language in earned awards from all three nations and per- help Poland in its struggle for freedom. diaspora communities in the United States to Point 13 of his 14 Points indicated lukewarm sonally helped get a grain ship sent to Roma- the stability and independence of our region. support. nia to combat regional hunger, which reached American support for Poland was It was thanks to the dedication, bravery, good- Rather, Biskupski said Wilson was more famine conditions in Poland by 1919. not limited to the actions of volunteer airmen. will and charity of you, and your forefathers, sympathetic to the then-new Communist Rus- Professor Pudlocki, originally from Prze- Through the concerted efforts of govern- that our region is safe and secure today. I firm- sia: mysl, Poland shared a photo of his ancestor in ment aid programs and private charity orga- ly believe that the assistance and engagement “In the sixth of the 14 points Wilson emo- a full dress officer’s uniform of the Austrian- nizations, the American people offered much of the diaspora cannot be overstated, this was tionally celebrates the reconstruction of what Hungarian Army, saber at his side. His family needed assistance. Thanks to the efforts of certainly the case for Poland, but I am sure would be a new Russian empire; a disaster for survived the invading Russians’ siege of the Herbert Hoover and the American Relief Ad- the same can be said about many other coun- tens of millions. He insisted that “all Russian city in the winter of 1915. ministration, over one and a half million Pol- tries in our region as well. On this centennial territory” must be evacuated-but never de- John Palka of Minnesota, author of My ish children and nursing mothers were being I once again express Poland’s profound grati- fined what this territory is; and should it not Slovakia, My Family, described his grand- fed daily in the months after the war. Every tude to those sons and daughters of Poland, be ethnographically determined? All powers father Milan Hodza’s role building Slovak- single day. Additionally, vital supplies includ- or decedents thereof, who cared and continue are to “give Russia assistance of every kind” Czech relations after Czechoslovakia was ing over two million pairs of shoes and coats to care for our common homeland. Dziękuję. – why? “Russian interests” are to be given created within the wider context of chang- for the harsh Polish winter, as well as medi- I would like to close by quoting from the special attention. Again, why? Why does he ing perceptions about national and European cal supplies to combat disease were delivered preamble of this 1926 Polish Declaration of not direct such affection to, perhaps, Poland?” identity. Milan Hodza was prime minister of from America. The United States was not in- Admiration and Friendship for the United Biskupski credits Josef Pilsudski, the “fa- Czechoslovakia at the time of the 1938 Mu- different to Poland’s plight. States. ther of modern Poland,” with turning Wil- nich Agreement that saw United Kingdom That same spirit of gratitude and friendship ‘With eternal gratitude in our hearts, not son’s utopian ideal into “a better geo-strategy, and France appease Hitler by letting the dic- was expressed by the Poles. In one of the most only for your sacrifice in blood, but also for a clearer vision based on profound knowledge tator take Czech border lands with Germany. touching ways, a Polish Declaration of Admi- the various kind of aid given by you in the of the history, demography and geo-politics of In his book, Palka notes that he was a toddler ration and Friendship for the United States name of humanity during the war, and above the region.” when the family later fled Europe via Vichy was signed by five million Poles. This act all, for saving our children from famine and “For Pilsudski, a huge Russian Empire in France and Lisbon using fake ids. displays the affinity that Poles held for their disease – we on the day of your national festi- the east (would be) a geo-political disaster for Neither Austria nor Hungary, the largest American friends. It is no coincidence that val, desire to take part in your joy and to wish Europe. Its ethnic minorities must be liber- territorial losers of World War I, participated today, in prominent places in Warsaw, one your country and your nation all possible ated and, having done that, an alliance system in the conference. Perhaps it was a lost op- can find a Wilson Square, a Hoover Square prosperity.’ must be created among them. A fantastic no- portunity to provide a thoughtful context that even a Washington Boulevard – this is a re- Thank you once again to the organizers tion? Not at all, it existed for centuries-known could have helped a modern audience under- affirmation of Polish gratitude for American and for all who dedicated their time to being as the (Polish-Lithuanian) Commonwealth. stand both nations’ current thinking about the goodwill. here. Through your presence you are helping When it existed, Russia played no role in Eu- European Union. In Washington, the Austrian Today Poland seeks to exemplify those us remember the past, and ensure that its les- ropean affairs. Soon after it was destroyed – Embassy is the Slovak Embassy’s next door very characteristics that President Wilson first sons continue to guide us into the future.” the partitions - Russian troops were in Paris!” neighbor on the opposite side of a cul de sac. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 www.polamjournal.com 5 Religion Bishop Zubik Radically Reorganizes Pittsburgh Diocese Churches by Benjamin Fiore, S.J.

After three years of prayer, study and consultation, Bishop David Zubik has announced his decisions related to the On Mission for The

Church Alive! strategic planning PHOTO: ANN SCAMERHORN initiative. The changes are designed to promote vibrant faith and healthy growth in every parish and ministry of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. The diocese’s 188 parishes are placed in 57 groupings that will become new parishes between 2020 and 2023 with priests and deacons assigned to serve in the parishes, as well as major hospitals, nursing homes, col- leges, high schools and correctional institutions. Each parish grouping is assigned a timeline for merging The first annual Blessing of the Polish Truck Drivers and Mass was held on June 10 at the Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine (Salva- and a maximum number of Masses torian Fathers Monastery) in Merrillville, Ind. Fr. Lukasz Kleczka, SDS, officiated. to be celebrated on weekends. New, interim Mass schedules will be an- jected that “you cannot teach killing nally, ending gun violence requires the tradition inspired by walking parish. nounced in August and take effect is wrong by killing.” They also de- more than a legislative agenda for pilgrimages in his native Poland. Aaron Fajerski who met the October 15. clared, “We are all God’s children, gun control. We need to outlaw On this the first and only such pil- challenges of cerebral palsy and and our first — and primary — right certain firearms. We need to do bet- grimage in the Diocese of Buffalo, earned a BA in literary philosophy Pro-Life Democrat Wins to life must always be protected and ter background checks. We need to pilgrims prayed the rosary, sang from Wheeling Jesuit University in Primary. Despite heavy outside unconditional.” challenge our TV, movie and video and meditated on Jesus’ Way of Wheeling, W.V. He also was award- support from abortion supporters gaming industries not to use vio- the Cross in English and Polish. At ed the 2018 Manning Award for Ac- across the country for his radically Bishops’ Proposals on Gun lence as entertainment. We need to the shrine, participants participated ademic Success, given to a graduate pro-abortion opponent, Illinois Rep. Control. Bishop Thomas Pap- provide better, more accessible care in a special mass celebrated by Fr. who overcame a learning disability Dan Lipinski, the only Democrat rocki of the RC Diocese of Spring- for those with mental illness, espe- Dominik Jezierski from Buffalo’s to earn a college degree. consistently Pro-Life and against field, Ill., reiterated and expanded cially when it manifests as anger. St. John Gualbert Church. abortion, emerged victorious in the on the bishops’ proposals on gun For information about next year’s Charles Kulick, a senior at closely contested democratic pri- control issued after the murderous Fairbanks Diocese Needs pilgrimage, e-mail to dffpalmer@ Scranton Prep in Scranton, Pa., pro- mary. Although polls indicate that assault in the elementary school in Help. Bishop Chad Zielinski gmail.com or call (716) 785-9973. filed in the Scranton Times-Tribune some 51% of Democratic Party Sandy Hook, Conn. The bishops’ of the RC Diocese of Fairbanks, as a Scholastic Superstar for leading voters support limitations on abor- joint statement called for national Alaska, the northernmost and larg- Sto Lat to ... Recently ordained the Advanced Technology Club to tion after five months of pregnancy, policies to strengthen the regulation est U.S. diocese, is in need of funds Jesuit priests Fr. Artur Suski, first place. the Democratic party stands firmly of firearms. Stating that “guns are to bring more priests to work in his S.J. on his ordination in Toronto, Sister of St. Joseph Kathy Braz- against any limitation of abortion too easily accessible,” the bishops diocese, such as recent additions of Ontario, Canada and Fr. Keith A. da, on being elected to her national access. Lipinski is a lead co-spon- supported concrete controls to limit one from Poland, two from Nigeria Maczkiewicz, S.J. ordained in the congregation’s leadership team. Sis- sor of the no Taxpayer Funding for the purchase of guns. These include: and two from India. The four semi- Bronx, N.Y. Also ordained in Toron- ter Brazda, who will officially serve Abortion Act and is co-chair of the measures that control the sale and narians for the diocese also need to to the diaconate was Christopher as the congregation’s president, Bi-Partisan Congressional Pro-Life use of firearms; measures that make support. Other needs include fuel Grodecki, S.J. Springfield, Ill., RC has most recently worked with the caucus. guns safer (especially efforts that for a parish boat, snow machine, Diocese newly ordained Brother Renew My Church initiative as the prevent their unsupervised use by or ATV as well as for the diocesan Adam Zawadzki, OP Miss. Buf- pastoral accompaniment director. Illinois Bishops Oppose children and anyone other than the plane to reach remote areas. falo RC Diocese recently ordained Before that, she founded and was Death Penalty. Illinois gover- gun owner); and support of sensible Visit www.dioceseoffairbanks. priests Fr. Paul Stanislaw Cygan executive director of Taller de José, nor Bruce Rauner’s plans to re- regulation of handguns and of legis- org. and Fr. Gerard Skrzynski. Detroit a ministry that helps connect people establish to death penalty, after 20 lative efforts to protect society from RC Archdiocese recently ordained to services they need and accompa- years of non-use, in the face of kill- the violence associated with easy Walking Pilgrimage Marks Fr. John Maksym, who said, “We nies them on the journey. access to deadly weapons, includ- Five Years. thank God for calling us to tend the ings of law-enforcement officers and Over 25 pilgrims The new officers of the Pol- ing high-capacity weapons. They vineyard and endeavor to protect mass-murders such as in the recent walked the 15 miles from St. Bren- ish American Priests Association called for a serious commitment to the eternal souls of His wonderful attacks on schools. The Catholic dan on the Lake, Wilson, N.Y., to (PAPA) at their annual meeting bishops, with Springfield, Illinois’ confront the pervasive role of addic- Lewiston, N.Y.’s Our Lady of Fati- people, and to work with many of in Cleveland: Fr. Christopher among them, ob- tion and mental illness in crime. Fi- ma Shrine began them to bring His saving word and Bishop Paprocki . Fr. Józef Dudzik Henyk (president, Youngstown sacraments to those who, overtaken Diocese), Msgr. Thomas Mach- by a cynical and materialistic world, alski (vice-president, Brooklyn cannot seem to hear the clarion call Thousands of Young Celebrate Faith, Patriotism Diocese), Fr. Walter Ptak (trea- of His voice.” POZNAN (Polish Radio) — lighted with the initiative,” said lics for “keeping the Christian faith” surer, Detroit Archdiocese), Fr. Some 85,000 young Catholics from Pope Francis. “Dear young people, chosen for Poland by its first ruler, a “Mr. Damion” on receiving Maciej Mańkowski (secretary, across Poland celebrated their faith rest assured that He sees you as a faith that he said over the centuries the “God and Country Award” St. Youngstown Diocese) Fr. Eric at an annual gathering that culmi- precious treasure for the world.” “built the great and wonderful tradi- Mary’s PNCC Parish, Parma, Ohio. Orzech of the Cleveland Archdio- nated with a symbolic rite of pas- Addressing the Polish pilgrims in tion thanks to which we exist as a The devoted Boy Scout is also faith- cese hosted the convention. sage in the early hours of June 3. his audience, the Pontiff said: “As state.” ful to his service of the Lord in his The 22nd Lednica Youth Meet- you celebrate in Lednica the cen- The president handed out na- ing in the western part of the coun- tenary of the recovery of the inde- tional flags to those gathered, ask- try ended with a walk at midnight pendence of your country, also kiss ing them to take the red-and-white CUSTOM under a massive structure known Polish soil on my behalf.” flags with them, to respect them and as the “Fish Gate” and symbolizing Poland’s President Andrzej Duda display them at important moments POLISH Christianity. visited those praying at the Lednica for the nation. CERAMICS The motto of this year’s gather- Fields. 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The Polish American Journal gladly accepts prayers ads for publication. pendence. 1000 Cropwell Road, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08003 They must be received by the 10th of each month, prior to the month of publication, and must be tel. (856)424-1962 • [email protected] • www.lsic.us/ pre-paid at the cost of $15.00 each, which can be paid by check or charge. If you have any questions At a general audience in St. Pe- regarding this policy, please call 1 (800) 422-1275 or (716) 312-8088. Send to: Polish American Journal, ter’s Square, Pope Francis offered P.O. Box 271, N. Boston, NY 14110. greetings to pilgrims from Germa- THANKSGIVING PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT. Father, as a Church Family, we are grateful to You ny, Belarus, Brazil, Croatia, Kenya, for sealing us with the promise of Your Holy Spirit. We are thankful that the same power (Holy Spirit) Italy, Lebanon, and Canada, who that raised Jesus Christ from the dead is now working in us to do Your good will and pleasure. Holy were about to depart for Lednica. Spirit, we thank You for being our Helper and living in us forever. We thank You for teaching us all things and bringing to our remembrance all things God, our Father, has said. Thank You, for leading “I address a special greeting to all us and guiding us into all truth. Thank You for freeing us from the bondages of our fleshly desires; those of you who … will participate for to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Holy Spirit, thank You, for producing in us the fruit of love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, in the Youth Meeting in Lednica, to gentleness, and self-control as we walk in You. Holy Spirit, because of You, we have the power to reflect on the Lord Jesus’ words: ‘I love unconditionally; power to perform miracles and healing; and the power to cast out demons. am with you every day.’ I am de- We can do all things through Jesus Christ because of You. S.D. 6 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 Books in Brief Come Hungry War’s Hardships, Firsthand by Mary E. Lanham her family at the Next to Jurkowski’s grandfa- farm to work ther’s land was the Pudliszki estate, Between the Swastika for wealthy which was so large it had a farm, a and the Bear: A Polish employers at canning factory, and sawmill. After Memoir 1925-1948 far away es- the Nazis took over, Werner Stöver by Andrew Jurkowski tates. Andrew’s a member of the SS, became the and Lisa Wright grandfather im- overseer of the factory. Spurred Cave Art Press, 2017, 210 pgs. pressed upon his by the fear that he would be sent On September 1, 1939, Poland grandchildren to a labor camp if he was unem- was invaded, marking the beginning the importance ployed, Jurkowski sought a job at of World War II. Andrew Jurkowski of education the Pudliszki’s factory. Stöver was was only a teenager then, living on and learning German as they were so impressed by Jurkowski’s com- his family’s farm in western Po- only 100 miles from the border and mand of the German language, he land. He had no idea of what was because it was spoken in the region. made him an office assistant. In this to become of him or his family. Be- Jurkowski describes what life role, Andrew was entrusted to dis- tween the Swastika and the Bear is was like growing up in an agricul- tribute the ration stamps to the Pol- a first-hand account of what his life tural area on the outskirts of the ish laborers. He contrived a way to was like before, during, and after town of Krobia. The excerpt below give extra ration stamps out to the the Second World War. While the shows what is was like during a typ- workers who were forced to put in war ended for the rest of the world, ical harvest season for the workers 12-hour days. He continued work- PARTICIPANTS at last year’s pierogi eating contest at Polish Day at St. it didn’t ease the hardship that on his father’s farm. ing there until the Nazis were driven Anne’s Church prepare for fierce competition under the watchful eye of Jurkowski was forced to endure, un- “Temperatures reached 95 de- away by the Russian forces. Polish Youngstown’s mascot, Stan the Pierog. til he was able to escape from the grees during a typical summer. When the war ended, Poland This year’s Polish day will be Sun., Aug. 26, at St. Anne’s, 3055 S. Rac- communist regime, immigrating to The heat was hard on the workers, was put under communist rule, and coon Rd., Youngstown, Ohio, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. the United States. although it was good for the crops Andrew was compelled to make his Admission is $5.00. Jurkowski’s father died before … A workman drove a mechani- perilous escape towards the free- Polish food will be available from the kitchen, deli, and bakery. The Andrew was even old enough to cal reaper pulled by a team of draft dom of the West. event will start with a Polka Mass, followed by live polka bands — Jimmy start school and at age four, he and horses. Three or four women walked Between the Swastika and the K & the Mostly Honky Combo, and & Ray Jay & The Carousels. There will his mother and siblings moved to behind the reaper with scythes. Bear: A Polish Memoir 1925-1948 be contests, workshops, vendor displays, and a folk fashion show given his grandfather’s farm. Andrew’s They gathered the stalks, tied them by Andrew Jurkowski and Lisa by the Krakowianki Polish Folk Circle. Art demonstrations, a cultural gar- mother, not content to live on solely into bundles, and then set them up Wright is available on Amazon. den, activities for children, and and performances also are on the enter- her father’s charity, resumed her into shocks. 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Polonia Places Polish Falcons Nest 66 by Gregory L. Witul Mr. A. Szymanski as vice president, and Mr. The construction of McKees Rocks Bridge new roost in 1937. F. Szymczak as drill instructor. That Septem- in 1929 would force the Nest to sell its build- At Shingiss Street, the Nest added a bar to Polish Falcons Nest 66 ber the nest held its first fundraiser dance ing to the county. When the sale was complet- its newly acquired gymnastic space. During 415 Shingiss Street with the aim of building its own home. The ed the Polish National Alliance and Falcons World War II, Nest 66 contributed to the war McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania next October the nest received a great influx each took its portions of the proceeds and effort while also saving up to buy its building. Status: Closed of members when In 1946 a mortgage burning celebration was With Pittsburgh being the headquarters of the Polish National held and the next year the nest spent $4,000 to the Polish Falcons of America, it should be no Alliance group No. remodel the building. surprise that thousands of members live in the 817 joined the Fal- Besides sponsoring athletic endeavors boroughs and townships surrounding the city. cons. like a drill team and a bowling league, Nest In the suburb of McKees Rocks, on the Ohio In September of 66 also hosted its own choir which could River’s south side, Falcons Nest 66 would 1910 the nest re- be found singing at shows around town and serve as an athletic and social lynchpin for the ceived its charter Falcons’ events including the Nest’s 50th an- Rock’s Polish community for over a century. and began looking niversary in 1956. At the time of its golden Nest 66 was born June 10, 1906 when for a building lot. jubilee Peter Szczepanski served as president, Stanley Sandrowski convinced John Nowa- One was found Henry Slonchka as flag bearer, and Stanly kowski, Leon Klanicki, Adam Marchele- on Munson Ave. Zarzecny as steward. wicz, J.S. Radke, and four others to form a and after spend- Shingiss Street would serve as the home local Falcons branch. Wanting a patron for ing $14,000 the W. of the Polish Falcons Literary and Gymnastic their new organization, they decided to name Hobert constructed Association Nest No. 66 for the next quarter their group Michal Wolodyjowski from Hen- building was com- century, but in spring of 1981 they sold the ryk Sienkiewicz’s Trilogy and elected Mr. W. pleted within a building. Despite no longer owning a home, Gmachowski as president with Mr. F. Hrobac- month. The Mun- the Nest thrived. In 1987 the Nest counted zyk as secretary. The men sent their applica- son Avenue loca- 155 members and was still active in district tion to the Falcons headquarters, at the time tion would host the and national conventions. The 1990s and new in Chicago, and in return received the nest 1913 Division IV millennium saw a decline in membership of number 66. convention, send 38 boys off to the Great War, went separate ways. The Falcons set up tem- the nest and by 2006 the organization existed The group soon began renting a building and see Nest 66 president John Jaworowski porarily at the Polish Cadets Hall as they be- almost exclusively on paper. By the end of for four dollars a week and elected a full board serve on the national Polish Falcons board gan looking for a new home. After a number 2010 there weren’t enough members to sup- that included Mr. F. Wisniewski as president, from 1918 to 1922. of setbacks, the Falcons made 415 Shingiss its port a nest and Nest 66 folded.

Chicago Polonians You Should Know Spotlight on Long Island Lucyna Migala Mieczyslaw Madejski Feted by Geraldine Balut Coleman ing member of the Ethnic and Folk by Barbara Szylowski Panel of the Illinois Arts Council, Lucyna Migala is well-known and served on many arts panels for A week-long celebration of the as one of Chicago Polonia’s pre- the City of Chicago Department of 350th anniversary of the founding mier broadcast journalists, impresa- Cultural Affairs, now known as the of the City of Glen Cove ended with rios, arts administrators, and Polish Department of Cultural Affairs and a Memorial Day Parade. This year’s American cultural activists. Special Events. She has participated 2018 Parade honoree was retired Born in Krakow, Poland, she in many inter-ethnic groups, such Captain Mieczyslaw Madejski, a came to America as a young child as the Illinois Ethnic Coalition, hero of World War II with dual citi- with her family. Her parents, Joseph Chicago’s Polish-Jewish Dialogue, zenship, and Grand Marshal retired and Slawa Migala, became promi- and Chicago’s Catholic-Jewish Dia- Army Master Sergeant Paul McDer- nent in Chicago’s Polish language logue. mott. broadcasting and Polish American Migala has produced and nar- The City of Glen Cove Memo- community affairs. Lucyna would rated hundreds of concerts in the- rial Day Opening Ceremony com- later follow in their footsteps. aters, concert halls, churches, and menced at the Veterans Monument After earning a degree in journal- synagogues. In 1989, in cooperation Park, with the singing of the Polish ism from Northwestern University with Carlos Tortolero of the then National Anthem sung by the Male Captain Mieczyslaw Madejski (ret.) and a fellowship at the Washington Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum Oginski Choir, followed by the is a Home Army veteran who helped Journalism Center in the nation’s (now the National Museum of Mex- Children’s Church Choir singing liberate the Gesiowka Nazi German capital, she spent 13 years as a writ- ican Art), she initiated a series of the American anthem. Many local concentration camp. er, reporter, and producer for NBC Lucyna Migala innovative Mexican-Polish concerts political figures were present to ac- News, based in Chicago, Cleveland, which continues today and which knowledge the heroic deeds of these the Holocaust Memorial in Jerusa- and Washington, D.C. While there, she co-founded the Lira Ensemble. inspired an equally successful series two Army retirees with citations lem as “Righteous Among the Na- she covered news events throughout From its humble beginnings, the En- of African-American/Polish-Ameri- and proclamations. Mayor Timothy tions” by Yad Vashem. He is also the United States and Poland. semble has grown to be the musical can concerts. In 2007, the National Tenke and Deputy Consul of the the recipient of the Cross of Polonia Later, she resigned from NBC to icon that it is today. The company, Museum of Mexican Art presented Republic of Poland Mateusz Gmura Restituta, which was presented to create, along with other members of which includes the Lira Symphony her with its Sor Juana Award in rec- presented special awards. him by former president of Poland, her family, WCEV- 1450AM, one as well as dancers and singers, per- ognition of her inter-ethnic initia- Madejski born in Poland is a Lech Kaczynski. He was also twice of Chicagoland’s major multi-ethnic forms regularly around the Midwest tives. Home Army Veteran, who served awarded with the Cross of Valor, radio stations. Migala now serves as and during tours in Poland. It has Migala is the recipient of numer- his country from 1937 to 1946. and is an honorary member of the vice president and program direc- been honored as the current Artist- ous other awards and distinctions, During the siege of Warsaw by the Warsaw Uprising Museum. tor in a part-time capacity, but can in-Residence at Loyola University including an Emmy for her work in Germans, he volunteered to serve in He immigrated to the United still be heard on the air providing Chicago. television, an award from the Chi- the City’s fire department, whereby States in 1969, became a citizen WCEV ethnic reports and public af- Active in the Polish American cago Commission on Human Rela- at age 16 joined the Polish Defense and active member in various Pol- fairs programming. community since her college days, tions for her work in radio, and the Forces, which in 1942 became the ish organizations, including the Significantly, Migala also is the Migala served on the National Cavalier’s Cross of Merit from the Polish Home Army. He was part of Society of Polish Combatants, the driving force of the prestigious Board of the Polish Women’s Al- president of Poland for her work a resistance group, Union for Armed Polish Home of Glen Cove, Polish Lira Ensemble as its artistic direc- liance of America, an officer of promoting Polish culture. She has Struggle, and in 1942 helped liber- American Museum, and the Long tor, general manager, and narrator. the Polish Arts Club of Chicago, a received awards and other recogni- ate 350 Jews from Gesiowka con- Island Division of the Polish Ameri- The Lira is the nation’s only pro- board member of the Polish Ameri- tion from countless Polish Ameri- centration camp. can Congress. Madejski continues fessional performing arts company can Leadership Initiative, and co- can organizations. The war dead monument in Glen to visit the Polish Supplementary specializing in Polish music, song, founder and officer of the Chicago Migala continues to say, “Our Cove’s Veterans Park lists over two- Schools and speaks to Polish youths and dance. She originally sang as Chapter of the Kosciuszko Founda- work will not be done until every hundred servicemen who lost their of his experience. a soprano with the Lira Singers tion. She founded the Kosciuszko American is aware of the rich thou- lives in conflicts. Each year, the v v v for more than 25 years and is now Foundation Chicago Chapter’s sand-year heritage that immigrants Parade Committee honors one, and In recognition of its unique eth- Lira’s very popular concert narrator, Chopin Competition. In addition, from Poland brought with them to this year they selected Eddie Lupin- nic diversity, the Nassau County in addition to producing Lira con- Migala served on the board of the these shores – a culture that they sky, who served in World War II. On Department of Parks, Recreation, certs. Also, along with the late Alice Illinois Humanities Council and the treasure and enjoy and pass on to behalf of the citizens of Glen Cove, and Museums announced “Interna- Stephen, a Lithuanian American, Illinois Arts Alliance, was a found- their children and grandchildren.” a Certificate of Remembrance and tional Nights at Eisenhower Park,” Appreciation was presented to the during June and July. The August Lupinsky family by Madejski. event will be held at Harry Chapin Navy Seal Britt Slabinski Awarded Medal of Honor The highlight of the ceremony Lakeside Theater. On Sun., July 8, WASHINGTON, D.C. — Presi- the fight against al-Qaeda terrorists Chapman, is also being considered was the presentation of the “Knot a dual program honoring the area’s Polish and Greek communities will dent Trump awarded the Medal of to rescue a colleague, but a review for the Medal of Honor posthu- Board-Bridge of the Greatest Gen- commence at 7:00 p.m. For your Honor to Britt Slabinski, the retired of citations for valor since the Sept. mously. eration,” which was presented to Navy SEAL who rallied his outnum- 11 terror attacks ordered in 2014 by Madejski by a 13-year-old Boy comfort, bring your lawn chairs In addition, several other troops, and blankets. A schedule of all eth- bered troops during a chaotic rescue then-Defense Secretary Chuck Ha- Scout Genalie Prezeau. This young nic nights can be found at https:// mission on a snow-covered moun- gel resulted in the upgrade to the including at least three sailors, re- man and Madejski developed a events.longisland.com/internation- tain top in Afghanistan in 2002. Medal of Honor. ceived Silver Stars in secret ceremo- friendship, proving age and genera- nies for their heroism in combat that tion knows no difference. al-nights-2018-at-eisenhower-park. Slabinski was initially awarded Another member of Slabinski’s html. the Navy Cross for his heroics in team, Air Force Tech. Sgt. John day, according to USA Today. Madejski has been honored by 8 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018

Happenings: Chicago Style PMA Pays Tribute to Maria Ciesla and PSFCU the Garden Terrace Room at the of the conser- After receiving their diplomas, iegel

S Hilton Chicago in Northbrook, Il- vation process, the graduates, with smiling faces, linois. The event began with an each poster’s left the Basilica in a formal proces- ulita

: J outstanding classical guitar per- paper was de- sion. Once outside, the happy grad- formance by Joanna Bajena. Fol- acidified, paints uates couldn’t wait to take photos hoto P lowing this, Tom Payne, president were retouched, and throw their caps in the air with of the American Council for Polish and each poster joyous energy. Music during the Culture (ACPC), spoke of his intro- was glued to a ceremony was provided by young duction to Polish culture through his new paper base. musicians from the Paderewski mother, who had Tom drive her to These restora- Symphony Orchestra Academy. the group’s meetings. After a year tion procedures enhanced the true This graduation ceremony was of attending ACPC meetings and a beauty of the colors and the stories the culmination of 12 years of study visit to Korczak Ziolkowski’s Crazy the posters told. in which students sacrificed many Horse sculpture in the Black Hills Guests were welcomed by after-school hours, including sports of South Dakota, he became dedi- the PMA’s Managing Director, practices. They will not forget what cated to enhancing Polish culture in Małgorzata Kot, they have learned, the experiences Summer Gala. Owsiany, Ciesla, Orlowski, Kot, and Drobot. America. who thanked all they have gained, and the friend- The ACPC represents the inter- who supported ships they have made by attending by Geraldine Balut Coleman tions. This wonderful June evening ests of some 21 affiliated organiza- this major un- a Polish school during those years. event began with welcoming re- tions located in 15 states and the dertaking. Both But their hard-earned knowledge CHICAGO — Over 225 guests marks by Sharon Orlowski, chair District of Columbia. Its oldest af- PMA President will make them true ambassadors of attended the 38th Annual Sum- of the PMA Summer Gala, then fol- filiated organization is the PACC Richard Ow- Polish culture in America. mer Gala of The Polish Museum lowed by the singing of the Polish that was established in 1928. siany, and PMA of America (PMA) held at Café La and American national anthems by Payne then swore in the PACC Chairman Jo- DZIESZKO CELEBRATED 30TH Cave in Des Plaines, Illinois, on Joseph A. Drobot, Jr., an invoca- officers: President Anne Oer- seph A Drobot, Jr., thanked Dari- ANNIVERSARY. On Sunday, May June 8. This elegant black-tie af- tion by Rev. Andrzej Totzke, SChr, ke, Second Vice President Piotr usz Subocz and Adam Subocz, the 6, parishioners, friends, and vari- fair provided a special opportunity pastor of Holy Trinity Polish Mis- Wolodkowicz, and Directors, Rob- conservators who carried out the ous dignitaries to pay tribute, with its 2018 Polish sion Church, and toasts by Richard ert Maycan, Jolanta Pawlikowski, full restoration at the Grębocin Mu- gathered to cel- Spirit Award, to the PMA’s President Owsiany, president of PMA, and Kasia Szczesniewski. Following seum. The evening continued with a ebrate the 30th Emeritus, Maria Bronny Ciesla, Małgorzata Kot, PMA managing the luncheon, guests enjoyed the performance by singer and pianist, anniversary of for her years of outstanding devo- director. The evening was filled PACC’s ever-popular annual raffle. Wlodek Zuterek. the ordination tion, her volunteer work, and genu- with wonderful cocktails and hors Guitarist Joanna Bejana, a Polish These posters had been previ- of Rev. Tadeusz ine love for the PMA, a commit- d’oeuvres, a gourmet dinner, a fan- American fluent in the Polish lan- ously shown in Poland at the Poster Dzieszko, pas- ment she began in the mid-1970s. tastic silent auction, a cash prize raf- guage, is a 2018 graduate of Chicago Museum in Wilanów and at the Na- tor of Saint Maria made the PMA the cultural fle, and the inimitable sounds of the College of Performing Arts at Roos- tional Museum in Szczecin. Several Constance Par- treasure it is today. The PMA also Anthony Kawalkowski Orchestra. evelt University with an emphasis in of these unique works represent ish on Chicago’s presented a second Spirit Award to The staff of Café LaCave provided performance classic guitar. She also how the foundation concepts of the Northwest Side. the Polish & Slavic Federal Credit its usual excellent, attentive service, has a successful modeling career “Polish poster school” were built. The gather- Union (PSFCU) for providing gen- and the festive evening concluded and has been photographed for El- They also reflect the spirit of the ing began with Ks. Dzieszko erous financial support to Polish with dancing to many familiar tunes. egant, Vogue, Alhambra Amour, and time and the important role that Pol- Mass. Afterwards, a crowd of ap- P and Polish American events and hoto ish posters played in creating this proximately 600 gathered in the organizations. The PSFCU is now international art form. parish’s Borowczyk Hall to enjoy : G :

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and to the Polish and Polish Ameri- C vience, transitioned to 100 years of ies at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Semi- oleman can heritage, and for their support of independence. The exhibit will be nary in Orchard Lake, Michigan. the PMA and its mission. Notably, available for viewing until Septem- On December 12, 1987, he was or- the Gala commemorated the centen- ber 4. (Photos courtesy of Dariusz dained deacon and began his deacon nial of Poland’s regained indepen- Lachowski). practicum at St. Robert Bellarmine, P

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the Polish Roman Catholic Union of ndrzej America (PRCUA) and chair of the Alicia Dutka, Joanna Bejana, Dr. Robert Dutka, and Tom Payne. PMA, will officially retire from his B 10-year stewardship of the PRCUA araniak this September. PACC HOLDS ANNUAL LUN- Chicago Magazines. She has also The Summer Gala is the largest CHEON. On June 10, the Polish been seen in the Chicago Tribune’s annual fundraiser for the PMA; all Arts Cub of Chicago (PACC) held Sunday Magazine section. proceeds support its general opera- its annual Inaugural Luncheon in The PACC had already held its general meeting on May 19 at the elegant Lutnia Restaurant on Chi- cago’s Northwest side at which the SUPPORT THE PAJ PRESS FUND new PACC officers were first an- nounced. Future plans include a n 1978, a voluntary fund-raising campaign was launched by a group Members Picnic on August 26 at the of loyal readers of the Polish American Journal entitled “We Love the Organic Vegetarian Family Farm, PAJ Press Fund” in order to help cover rising postage, material located in Woodstock Illinois. and production costs. IDonations to the PAJ Press Fund are also used to support our reader PRICE L E S S Graduates throwing caps. (postage, telephone, research, etc.), provide newsclippers with services PO L IS H stamps and envelopes, and cover extraordinary expenses in producing POSTERS EX- POLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOLS also on Chicago’s Northwest Side. the paper. The Polish American Journal is not a profit-making ven- HIBITED. On HOLD GRADUATION. On May On May 21, 1988, he was or- ture. Thanks to its dedicated staff, the PAJ is pub­lished as a “public May 18, Pol- 6, Chicago’s St. Hyacinth Basilica dained at Chicago’s Holy Name service” for American Polonia. ish Museum was filled to capacity with family, Cathedral by Joseph Cardinal Ber- Donations to the PAJ Press Fund will be acknowledged in the paper of America friends, and teachers to celebrate nardin, and the following day he unless otherwise directed by the contributor. (PMA) guests 536 students from 36 Polish Satur- celebrated his first Mass at St. Con- A sincere “THANK YOU” for your donation to the PAJ PRESS FUND: had the oppor- day Schools receiving their diplo- stance, where from 1988 to 1995, Michalina Cahill, Monroe, Wash.; Richard V. Nowakowski, Philadelphia; tunity to view an exhibit entitled mas. The ceremony also included a he served as associate pastor. In Edwin Sowa, Chicopee, Mass.; Regina Wnukowski, Philadelphia, and “The Polish Poster in The Polish Mass celebrated by Father Marek 1996, he became associate pastor at one Friend of the PAJ. Dziękujemy wam wszystkim! The PAJ thanks all Museum in America Collection.” Janowski, chaplain of the Pol- another Northwest Side parish, St. who donated. The exhibit featured over 70 posters ish Teachers’ Association, assisted Ferdinand, followed by a 1997 ap- selected from the vast PMA poster by six additional Polish-speak- pointment as associate pastor of Our Mail to: PAJ PRESS FUND collection. The selected posters had ing priests. In his sermon, Father Lady of Czestochowa in Cicero, Il- Polish American Journal received expert conservation from Janowski paid tribute to the efforts linois, where he acted as chaplain P.O. BOX 271, NORTH BOSTON, NY 14110-0271 the Conservation Department at the of students and their parents in ac- for the Cicero police and fire de- I want to make sure the POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL continues its Museum of Printing and Literature quiring additional education in the partments, and, at the same time, service to American Polonia. Enclosed is my contribution of $______in Grębocin, Polish language, history, and geog- volunteered his time to raise money a village near raphy. for League of Catholic Aid to the NAME Toruń, Poland. Polish Consul General in Chi- Church in Poland. They repre- cago, Piotr Janicki, together with Father Dzieszko began his stew- sented perhaps Ewa Koch and Helena Sołtys, ardship as Pastor of St. Constance ADDRESS the best graphic president and vice president, respec- Parish in 2003. art produced tively, of the Polish Teacher’s Asso- On July 1, 2018, he will leave St. CITY, STATE, ZIP during the inde- ciation, and the Association’s media Constance. Many friends and pa- Please [ ] include [ ] do not include my name in your list of contributors. pendent Poland spokesperson, Anna Rosa, awarded rishioner wish him well in his future period. As part each graduate with a diploma. endeavors. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 www.polamjournal.com 9

Poland’s First Lady Visits in Chicago Polonia New Baltic Studies should not be underestimated. Cur- Polonian schools that are shaping of the Little Wici Dance Band and a Program Announced rently, over 400 students are en- the young generations. photo session with ill children being WASHINGTON, D.C. — rolled in the Kolbe Polish Language As part of Polish language pro- served and their caregivers. The Dar The Victims of Communism Program. motion in the United States, Mar- Seca hosts presented the president’s Memorial Foundation an- That evening, Mrs. Duda trav- zanna Owinski from the Polish wife with the “Golden Heart,” a nounced the launch of its Baltic elled to Chicago’s Southside to Mission at Orchard Lake, Michi- symbol of the foundation. Studies Program. The Program the Polish Highlanders of America gan, spoke of promoting the Seal of That evening, President and will engage leading experts— venue (Domu Podhalans- ZPPA Biliteracy Exam for the Polish lan- Mrs. Duda ended their visit to Chi- from economists to historians, - Związek Podhalan w Północnej guage. It’s the first national exam in cago by unveiling a special plaque from diplomats to journalists, Ameryce) to meet with teachers of Polish as a foreign language in the at St. Ferdinand Church on Chica- from administration officials to various Chicago-area Polish lan- United States. go’s Northwest Side. The plaque is lawmakers—in a discussion of guage schools. The vice-presidents On May 20, Mrs. Duda contin- dedicated to former President Lech the history of communism and of the organization, Zdzisław Dor- ued her trip in the Chicago area, Kaczyński and the last president in anti-communism in Estonia, Lat- ula and Zofia Ustupska-Bobak, by paying a special visit to the Gift exile, Ryszard Kaczorowski. Both via, and Lithuania; strategies for greeted her with the traditional Pol- From the Heart (Dar Serca) Foun- died in the Smolensk plane crash. post-communist transition and ish offering of bread and salt. She dation facility in Schiller Park. For Agata Kornhauser was born in democratic consolidation; and was also greeted with flowers from over 30 years, Dar Serca has helped Kraków and is the daughter of Ju- the character and importance of Victoria and Claudia Król and Jakub nearly 900 children from Poland lian Kornhauser, a well-known writ- Baltic-American relations. P hoto The history, culture, politics,

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First Lady Agata Duda at Dar Serca. araniak Studying the Baltic States provides insight into the history by Gerladine Balut Coleman and nature of Soviet and Russian imperialism, the politics and so- CHICAGO — During Polish ciology of post-communist de- President Andrzej Duda’s Chicago mocratization, and the contem- meetings with Illinois Governor porary struggle to maintain and Bruce Rauner and Chicago Mayor extend freedom across the globe. Rahm Emanuel, Mrs. Duda trav- The Foundation is currently elled to the Maximillian Kolbe Pol- accepting applications for the ish School at St. Constance in Chi- position of non-residential fel- cago’s Jefferson Park neighborhood low in Baltic Studies. Informa- to present Polish language school tion about this opportunity can diplomas to 25 students. She was be found at https://www.victim- assisted by Poland’s Secretary of sofcommunism.org/careers/ State, Adam Kwiatkowski, and the Polish Consul General in Chicago, Piotr Janicki. A charity concert in War- Prior to the distribution of diplo- First Lady with Kolbe graduates. saw raised almost $300,000 USD in mas, Rev. Zbigniew Kras, chaplain funds for the war-torn Syrian city of of the Polish president, officiated at Wyrostek, children from the ZPPA receive specialized treatment in er, translator, and literary critic, and Aleppo. The Polish culture minis- a Mass assisted by Father Tadeusz Song and Dance School. The greet- American hospitals. Dorota Mala- Alicja Wojna, a Polonist. Her broth- try, which organized the “Family to Dzieszko, pastor of St. Constance. ing would not have been complete chowski, president of the founda- er Jakub is a poet and translator. She Family: Aid to Aleppo” event said Once the graduates received their without the band performing the tion, explained that its main sources has been a German language teacher all proceeds go to support Syrian diplomas, they prepared an artistic well-known Highlander greeting of funds are the donations provided since 1998 but had to relinquish her families in need. Some 10,000 fami- program and had the opportunity to “Witomy Wos.” by various types of organizations, teaching duties once she became lies of various Christian denomina- take commemorative photographs such as charity golf tournaments, Poland’s First Lady. She received tions in Aleppo have benefitted from with the Polish First Lady and other IMPORTANCE OF KNOWLEDGE art sales, and events sponsored by her doctorate from Jagiellonian Polish assistance since 2016. guests. Mrs. Duda was pleased to STRESSED. The main point of this Polish contractors. Dar Serca has University, where she met her hus- learn of the large number of Pol- gathering, especially for the Polish hosted radiothons on 1030AM, a band. She married Andrzej Duda on King Zygmunt III Waza moved ish American students who commit teachers, was Pani Duda’s speech, charity ball, and its ever-popular an- December 21, 1994, and they have Poland’s capital from Kraków to to 12 years of learning the Polish in which she not only expressed her nual cruise on Lake Michigan. one daughter, Kinga, who presently Warsaw in 1596 to make it more language. She also mentioned that enjoyment in meeting the teachers, Mrs. Duda’s personal Dar Serca is a law school student. central between major cities. as encouragement from their parents but also stressed the importance of visit continued with a performance Wilno and Kraków.

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The name is In a 35mm movie of my uncle’s infl uenced by new instruments, ex- eras which he called “Pleograph.” either a derivative of a Czech word wedding in the early sixties, the otic styles, and a variety of other He was also credited with improv- What do chow mein, pizza, and describing the beat or the steps of scene of the dance fl oor was amaz- cultures and traditions including ing the fi lm projector shutter and he polka, have in common? the dance, and it literally means ing. It was crowded with guests and one called American. devised a method of synchronizing All are American versions which “Polish woman.” If you use the family, couples dressed in suits and “The emergence of distinctive sound and fi lm tracks. Kazimierz are better than the original. literal “Polish woman,” then most dresses, hair styles era-appropriate, made-in-America polkas around Proszynski was apprehended by the It is one of those things that nev- likely a Polish female was observed many thick horn-rimmed glasses, 1928 coincided with a dual or dia- Gestapo in World War II and died in er seems to go away: I am listening doing the actual one-two hop move- and dancing the polka in a counter- lectical recognition that Polish- the German concentration camp of to a talk show, and the host makes ment or some variation of a similar clockwise direction of course. It Americans were both Polish and Mauthausen in 1945. some crack about polka as the an- dance. Logic would tell me that the was so ordered and fl uid and almost American, able to make music and Also from Wikipedia, Bole- tithesis to everything cool and hip. polka has at least some subtle link mesmerizing. I begged my cousin to dance in the styles of mainstream slaw Matuszewski, born August To compare polka to rock music to Poland, and to wider usage in for a copy of it. America and yet insisting at the 19, 1856 in Pinczow, Poland, was is idiotic, but they still do it. They Central Eastern Europe but no one The Polka Happiness authors same time maintaining a Polish- a pioneer of cinematography and do it because “polka” is a code knows for sure. ask, as do I, “How, then, did the pol- American way of singing, danc- documentary fi lm. Among his many word, like “Polish,” which equates In the book Polka Happiness, ka become identity music, for Pol- ing, and making music.” This is the accomplishments, he “wrote two of all that is backward and stupid. And written by Charles Keil, Angeliki V. ish Americans?” At the time Happi- beauty of the story and the rest is the the earliest texts on cinema. They nothing could be further from the Keil, and Dick Blau (Temple Uni- ness was written, “No one has yet history giving rise to all of the great are recognized today as the fi rst truth. American polka is every bit versity Press, Philadelphia, 1992), pinpointed the moment when Polish names of Eastern and Chicago style fi lm manifestos and the fi rst writ- the equivalent of Louisiana Creole the authors found there are practi- music became truly Polish-Amer- polkas. Polka is not rock, its origin ten work to consider the historical zydeco, Jewish klezmer, or even cally no references to polka from ican or when Eastern and Chicago is not from Poland, but the version and documentary value of fi lm.” bluegrass, which are examples and Polish culture. The book mentions styles are certainly themselves and that we are familiar with is distinc- Dziekuje bardzo, Boleslaw, for that. variations of folk music. the doctoral thesis of a researcher not just foreshadowings of a music tively Polish. In that sense, yes, pol- My apologies to Nickleback Perhaps it is time for a quick ex- named Jan Kleeman, who they noted to come.” This is not how I thought ka is Polish. fans. planation and refresher on the his- from her work, “in the sixty-six vol- it all transpired and I am thinking tory and impact of this dance and ume Kolberg collection of 25,000 most of us did not as well. In my STRICTlY INvENTORS. Maybe IF YOU havE a ThOUghT about music so the next time someone is melodies, she found only thirty-two mind, musicians and instruments you knew this. I did not. According this month’s topic, have a question, railing how Nickleback is the only that were labeled ‘polka.’” The Kol- got off the boat and the people all to Polka Happiness, Arthur God- or have interesting facts to share, thing worse than polka, you can re- berg referred to is Oskar Kolberg, knew exactly how to dance to the frey, the American radio and televi- contact me at: Edward Poniewaz, spond by saying “No. Nickleback the premier ethnographer and folk- music they made. sion broadcaster, took the Baruska 6432 Marmaduke Avenue, St. Lou- is pathetic, and polka is folk music, lorist of Polish traditions. What the authors of Polka Hap- Polka “and put English words to it: is, MO 63139; email alinabrig@ and has no relation to Nickleback. It is so strange to hear this as my piness do is outline the reasoning ‘She’s Too Fat for Me.’” (Someone yahoo.com. N.B. If you send email, Nickleback and polka are apples experience is very diff erent. I asked and progression for the phenom- needs to revise it again, so as not to reference the Polish American Jour- and oranges, Bob!” my father what kind of music he enon. What our immigrant ances- off end for today’s sensitivities). nal or the Pondering Pole in the sub- Polka is a dance and it is music listened and danced to when he was tors did bring with them when they Kazimierz Proszynski, born ject line. I will not open an email if and it is an amazing story. It evolved a young man. Big band? “No,” he got off the boat were melodies and April 4, 1875 in Warsaw, Poland. I do not recognize the subject or the to be very much a part of Polonia, said, “when we were teenagers and musical themes that evolved over a From Wikipedia: in 1894 Proszyn- sender. though polka origins are attributed got together we danced to polkas.” number of years in the early 1900s ski built one of the fi rst movie cam-

Polonia of the Eastern Great Lakes Summertime Music and Dancing Abounds by Michael Pietruszka Lechowia Polish Canadian Dance ka Boosters danced to the music of stochowa/Polish Day,” July 8th ... can Festival will be held at the Company, Nikt Nic Nie Wie, Bialy Rare Vintage at its June 20th meet- Buff alo-basedPomost Internation- Town Park the weekend of July 20- BUFFALO, N.Y. — The exte- Orzel Dance Group, Polskie Klima- ing at the Polish Falcons Hall in De- al will be teaching the English lan- 22 ... The “60 Million Conference: rior wall of the former Fillmore ty, Kinga Lizon, Millennium Dance pew ... On the 23rd, Jolanta Mrotek, guage and American culture in Buf- A Global Polonia Summit” will Savings & Loan and later Polish Group, Polanie Song and Dance Ewelina Ferenc, Kaja Cyganik and falo’s Sister City, Rzeszow, for the take place at the Cheektowaga Se- Army Veterans Association Post Group and the “Brawo” Children’s Marek Majewski performed at the twenty-eighth year from July 9-21 nior Center, July 21st ... The Gen- No. 1 in Buff alo’s Historic Polonia Choir performed at the festival. The “Noc Swietojanska Wianki” at the ... The Podhale Parents and Youth eral Pulaski Association will host District is now decorated by a mural Canadian Chopin Society presented Polish Consulate in Toronto. Association will host its “Podhale its “100th Anniversary of Poland’s created by Polish artist Wojciech a program of music by Chopin and The “64th Annual Syracuse Picnic” at its Franklinville Camp, Independence Gala” at Samuel’s Kolacz (aka “Otecki”) ... The re- Moniuszko as part of the festivities. Polish Festival” was held in Clin- July 14th and 15th ... The Buff alo Grand Manor in Williamsville, July cipient of this year’s Professional The 101st Annual Pilgrimage ton Square, June 22-24. Entertain- Polka Boosters are planning their 21, and the Pulaski Association Pa- and Business Women of Polonia’s to the Niagara-on-the-Lake, On- ment was provided by the Salt City Annual Picnic for July 15th at Fon- rade in Cheektowaga on the 22nd. scholarship is Kaitlyn Tytka, a ju- tario historic military cemetery of Brass, Lechowia Polish Canadian tana’s Grove in Cheektowaga. Spe- v v v nior at Daemen College ... St. John General Haller’s Blue Army recruits Dance Company, John Steven’s cial Delivery will provide the enter- If you have an item for this col- Kanty Parish on Buff alo’s East Side took place, June 10th ... Also on the Double Shot, Billionaires, Buff alo tainment ... Phocus will perform at umn, please send the information by set up a GoFundMe page to replace 10th, the Cracovia Polish Dance Touch, Stephanie, Buff alo Concer- the Gateway Sweeney Stage in N. the sixth day of the month preced- the statue of the Blessed Mother Group hosted “XXIV Festiwal Po- tina All Stars, Epic Soul Band, and Tonawanda as part of “Canal Fest ing publication month (i.e., July 6 that was destroyed by a vandal last lonijnych Zespolow Folklorysty- Joe Stanky & the Cadets ... Stan of the Tonawandas,” July 18th ... for the August issue) to pietruszka@ month ... On June 1st, the Orbit Res- cznych” at the Polish Recreation Skrzeszewski spoke on the “Every- The Cheektowaga Polish Ameri- verizon.net. taurant in Mississauga, Ontario fea- Centre in Nilestown, Ontario ... day Life at Camp Kosciuszko” at tured Anna Adamczewska Niewu- The Polish Genealogical Society the Niagara Historical Society in lis, Ewa Cybulska, and Ilona Anna of New York State held a Research Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, June STERLING SILVER JEWELRY Kowalik in “Summer Jazz” ... An- Night at Villa Maria College, June 21st ..., June 23rd, the Polish Union drzej Wajda’s fi lm, “Pan Tadeusz: 14th. Edward Reilley III spoke on of America held its “14th Annual The Last Foray in Lithuania,” was “The Impact of Polish Immigration Polish Heritage Festival” at Potts A B C D E shown at the Dryden Theatre in on the Civic and Religious Identity Banquet Hall in Buff alo. This year’s Downtown Rochester, June 2nd of the United States” at the event ... theme was “Honoring Polka Lovers as part of the Skalny Lecture and Also on the 14th, Konekt, a new - Young and Young at Heart” and in- Artist Spring Series. organization for young Polish Ca- cluded a performance by the Polka F The Buff alo Pints and Pierogi nadian professionals, sponsored a Brothers.... The Polish Arts Club of G I Fest and the Polka Fest at Buff alo lecture on “Contemporary Polish Buff alo honored Eddy Dobosiewicz H Riverworks both took place at Buf- Culture” by Dr. Lukasz Wodzynski at its “Biesaida 2018” held at the falo Riverworks, June 3. Special of the University of Toronto at the AcQua Restaurant in Buff alo, June Delivery, Phocus and the Buff alo Polish Consulate in Toronto. 24th ... Also on the 24th, Blessed J K Touch performed at the events. ... On June 16th, the Polish Cadets Mother Teresa of Calcutta Parish Also on the 3rd, St. John Kanty of Buff alo hosted “Cruise, Blues and in Depew sponsored its Lawn Fete ALL SHOWN Parish hosted its annual “Summer BBQ” at its Grant Street clubrooms, with Special Delivery … The Polky ACTUAL SIZE Fest” with a Polka Mass featuring the Royal Canadian Legion in St. Village Band released their new EP Rare Vintage, Blessed Mary Ange- Catharines, Ontario presented Po- at the Small World Music Centre in ALL ITEMS ARE STERLING SILVER • ALL THESE ITEMS ARE la Parish in Dunkirk hosted its Pol- lanie in “Summer Gig: The Hottest Toronto, June 28. AVAILABLE IN 14 KT. GOLD • PLEASE CONTACT US FOR PRICING ka Fest with the music of Lenny Go- Dance,” Rev. Czeslaw Krysa pre- DESCRIPTION mulka & the Chicago Push; Buff alo sented a workshop entitled “Dream UPCOMINg. The Brantford, On- A. Polish Princess ...... $7.00 GOLDEN LION Auxiliary Bishop Edward Grosz led Bonding With Destiny: Polish Eter- tario 45th Annual International B. #1 Babcia (Script) ...... $8.00 JEWELRY a Corpus Christi Procession from nity Wreaths” at the St. Casimir Villages Festival will take place C. #1 Babcia (Block) ...... $8.00 P.O. BOX 199 St. Stanislaus Church to Corpus Parish Hall in Buff alo’s Kaisertown from July 4th through 7th. The D. Small Eagle ...... $12.00 PORT READING, NJ 07064 Christi Church; and the Association neighborhood, and Morluski’s Res- festival will include events at the E. Medium Eagle ...... $14.00 (908) 862-1927 of Priests for Polish Aff airs held a taurant in Attica held the Grand “Polish Warszawa” and “Polish Po- F. Large Eagle ...... $15.00 www.goldenlionjewelry.com dinner after the procession ... The Opening of their new patio ... Villa lonaise” Villages ... Immaculate G. Large Heavy Eagle ...... $35.00 Mississauga Polish Day was held in Polonia in Brampton, Ontario pre- Conception Parish in Eden will H. Extra Heavy Eagle ...... $40.00 • Add $5.00 S&H Celebration Square, June 9th. The sented “U Progu Lata” featuring host a Polish Folk Mass with the I. #1 Mamusia (Block)...... $12.00 • Prices subject to change Kompot Band, Anna Cyzon, Marek pianist Magdalena Prejsnar, Maria Dave Gawronski Band and Pork • Allow 10-14 days for delivery. J. #1 Tatus (Block) ...... $12.00 • If not satisfied, return for refund Majewski, Faza, Ilona Kowalik, Jarzebinska and Boguslaw Tecza Chop Dinner, July 7th ... Our Lady K. #1 Ciocia (Block) ...... $12.00 Radosc-Joy Folk Song and Dance performing the works of Chopin and of Fatima Shrine in Lewiston will within 15 days. Tie Tacks of D, E, ...... $19.00/$21.00 • NJ, NY, CT, and PA residents must Ensemble, Blues Pattern Box, Kilar, June 17th ... The Buff alo Pol- celebrate its “Our Lady of Cze- Tie Tacks of F, G, ...... $22.00/$42.00 add appropriate sales tax. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 www.polamjournal.com 11 A History-Making Scholarship Duo Polish Chef P by Richard Poremski hoto : R : BALTIMORE —Everyone was ichard More Warm-Weather Treats in for a very pleasant surprise at the by Robert Strybel 20-30 min or un- P 2018 Polish Heritage Association oremski til fork-tender. of Maryland (PHAM) scholarship COLD CUCUMBER SOUP Meanwhile, in awards banquet, May 20, 2018: For (chłodnik ogórkowy): Peel 2 cu- saucepan heat the first time in 43 years of awards cumbers, cut in half lengthwise, then 3-4 T butter un- a mother and daughter duo received slice thin into bowl or tureen. (Op- til it bubbles, stir simultaneous scholarships, resulting tional: Seed portion may be scooped in 2-3 T bread in one for the history books of the out and discarded if desired.) Add 2 crumbs and sim- PHAM (and most probably a real peeled, coarsely grated brined dill mer, stirring fre- familial rarity in any other scholar- pickles and 1 c of the pickle brine quently, until it is ship program too). plus 3 T finely chopped fresh dill. nicely browned. Dominika Bondyra, 18, gradu- Drench with 6 - 8 c cold buttermilk Remove cooked ated from Perry Hall High School in or smooth-whisked sour milk or cauliflower from 2017 She is presently a sophomore kefir (see preceding entry above). pot, drain well, at University of Maryland Balti- Salt & pepper to taste. Cover and let place on serving stand in fridge for flavors to blend platter and spoon more County and pursuing a BS de- CUCUMBERS & SOUR CREAM (mizeria): Peel 2 cucum- several hrs. Serve over sliced hard- the browned gree in computer science. She loves bers and slice into thin rounds. Sprinkle with salt and cooked eggs in bowls. bread-crumb top- photography, art, music and dance, let stand 30 min. Pour off liquid. Sprinkle with freshly and is an advanced flutist and a bal- ping over it. ROAST CHICKEN POLONAISE ground pepper, 2- 3 pinches sugar and 1 T lemon juice let dancer. Dominika is a member or vinegar. Lace with 1/2 - 2/3 c fork-blended sour BRE a d E D (kurczę pieczone po polsku): Soak of Polish National Alliance (PNA) cream (or plain yogurt for weight-watchers). Optional: PORK CUT- 2 broken-up stale white bread rolls Lodge 238 and a delegate to PNA Garnish with chopped dill. Another option is to layer LETS (kotlety in milk to cover until soggy. Process Council 21. in a small onion, sliced wafer thin. schabowe): This Malgorzata “Gosia” Romanows- or grind together with 4 raw chicken is probably Po- ka Bondyra, 43, graduated from livers. Combine mixture with 1/2 lb can get real, young, walnut-sized land’s single most popular main Zespol Szkol Ekonomicznych High Mother and Daughter Dual raw ground veal (or pork & veal but new potatoes, instead of peeling course! Cut bones away 6 center- School in Torun, Poland. She also Awardees. Dominika Bondyra not beef!), 1-2 eggs, 1-2 T soft but- them use nylon scrubber to scrub cut pork chops or slice boneless studied economics there at the Uni- (left) and her mother, Malgorzata ter or margarine. Work well by hand away the thin skins under cold, run- center-cut pork loin 1” thick and wersytet Mikolaja Kopernika, be- Romanowska Bondyra, after they until fully blended. Season with salt, ning water. Place 2½ lbs scrubbed pound with meat mallet pound on fore she arrived here in 1995. Gosia both received 2018 scholarships pepper, a dash of nutmeg, 2 heap- new potatoes in pot, cover with both sides until ¼” Sprinkle with has also studied visual and perform- from the Polish Heritage Asso- ing T or more finely chopped fresh boiling water, add 1 t salt and cook salt, pepper and a pinch of marjo- ing arts – Violin Performance at the ciation of Maryland — marking a dill and (optional) 1 t finely chopped on med heat about 30 min or until ram and/or garlic powder if desired. University of Maryland Baltimore historic first in the scholarship pro- parsley. Mix well. Rinse well 2-1/2 fork-tender. Drain. Dot with butter Dredge in flour, dip in egg wash County (UMBC) and is an accom- gram that began in 1975. to 3 lb broiler and pat dry. Rub in- (about 1 T) and garnish with finely and roll in fine, plain bread crumbs. side and out with salt and stuff just chopped fresh dill. Toss gently to plished violinist and vocalist. and for all PNA councils and lodges Gently press breading into cutlets so before roasting. The general rule of evenly coat potatoes with melting She now returns to UMBC to in the State of Maryland. it stays put during frying. Fry to a thumb is to allow about 3/4 c stuff- butter and dill. pursue a BA degree in management The PHAM began its scholar- nice golden brown on both sides in ing per lb of chicken. Sew up, tying of aging services. Malgorzata is a ship program in 1975 and to date hot lard, vegetable shortening or oil, legs together. Rub chicken all over CAULIFLOWER POLONAISE member of Lodge 238 serving as its has made grants now approaching drain on paper towel and serve im- with a little oil, sprinkle with pep- Remove any financial secretary. She is also the $400,000 over the past 43 years. (kalafior po polsku): mediately. per and paprika and rub in. Bake in green leaves from base of cauli- elected Council 21 recording sec- The $1,500 grants awarded to each preheated 375° oven about 75 - 90 flower and trim off core. Place cau- TOMATO SALAD (sałatka z po- retary and delegate. Gosia is Lodge Malgorzata and Dominika will be min. Baste occasionally with pan liflower cored-side-down in a pot midorów): Wash and slice 2-3 firm 238’s insurance sales representa- put to very good academic use in drippings. Serve with sliced cucum- tall enough so the cauliflower is at tomatoes and arrange on large serv- tive, also for the Council 21 lodges, their respective fields of studies. bers with sour cream and dilled new least 3” from the top rim. Add cold ing dish in a single layer. Chop 1 potatoes. water coming up 1/3 of the way up med onion fine. Salt & pepper toma- DID YOU KNOW? Aleksander Ładosz, Poland’s ambassador to Switzer- the cauliflower and 1 t salt, bring toes and sprinkle with a little lemon land during World War II, set up a special print shop to provide fake Polish DILLED NEW POTATOES (młode to boil, reduce heat and cook cov- juice. Sprinkle a little chopped on- passports to thousands of Jewish refugees, enabling them to flee to Pales- kartofelki z koperkiem): If you ered at a gentle rolling boiling about ion at center of each tomato slice. tine, Latin America and other countries.

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Entering its 104th season, Tony Joel Grey and presented by the Na- Staś Kmieć will create the Award-nominated and Drama Desk tional Yiddish Theatre Folksbi- musical staging and choreogra- Award-winning National Yiddish ene, it will be performed completely phy of the production. Kmieć ap- Theatre Folksbiene is the longest in Yiddish – the language of Tevye peared on Broadway with Lee consecutively producing theatre in and his family. At the helm of this Theodore’s American Dancema- the U.S. and the world’s oldest con- new production – Fidler Afn Dakh chine, and in Don Quixote with tinuously operating Yiddish theatre will be a prominent artistic team Rudolf Nureyev; toured nationally company. that includes many of Polish back- in Fiddler on the Roof totaling 1,682 Founded in 1915, “Folksbiene” ground. performances and has directed and (the “People’s Stage”) is the sole The original 1964 production staged the musical multiple times. survivor of fifteen Yiddish compa- was directed and choreographed by He danced with Boston Ballet, Met- nies that played to enthusiastic au- the legendary Jerome Robbins. He ropolitan Opera Ballet, and Stars of diences on the Lower East Side in was the perfect choice as the guiding American Ballet, toured worldwide the Golden Age of Yiddish Theatre creative force for a Broadway stag- with Nureyev, and has appeared on Staś Kmieć rehearses “The Bottle Dance” from Fiddler on the Roof. in the early 20th century. ing of the shtetl and gave the story film and TV. The era is considered to be the a heart and soul. Like Tevye, Rob- His choreography has been seen (BA, MA); awards. height of Yiddish theater. Due to the bins’ father Harry Rabinowitz left on the New York stage, Off-Broad- “The genius of the original pro- Kaczorowski hopes to travel or destruction of European Jewry by his Polish shtetl to come to Ameri- way, regionally, and abroad in musi- duction of Fiddler on the Roof came work in Poland in the future. His the German Nazis, the Folksbiene ca. When Jerome, was not quite six cals, plays, ballet and opera, includ- from the collaboration of its creative great-grandfather Peter, after whom is one of only five professional Yid- years old, he was taken back to his ing the national tour of Me and My personnel headed by director-cho- he is named, was born in Skepe, Po- dish theatre companies still in op- father’s hometown (Różanka/Ro- Girl, Irish premiere of Best Little reographer Jerome Robbins,” said land in 1850, then emigrated to the eration: the New Yiddish Rep, also zhanka, near Warsaw) to visit his Whorehouse, My Antonia – LA pre- Kmieć. U.S. in 1887. He and his wife Katar- in New York City, as well as others grandfather for the summer. The miere (music – Stephen Schwartz), “His use of show-specific dance zina Baliki had nine children includ- in Warsaw, Bucharest and Tel Aviv. seeds were planted in his memory and on film in Robert DeNiro’s The was clear and no better illustrated ing grandfather Theodore, who was Based on Tevye the Milkman and and inspired him in creating Fiddler Comedian. than the integrated ethnic dance in born in 1888 in Buffalo. other Tales by Sholem Aleichem, on the Roof. He received the “Excellence in Fiddler. What happens within the The Artistic Director of NYTF which was written in Yiddish and The show presented a reverence Choreography” Award at the New story is grounded in the word ‘tradi- Zalmen Mlotek serves as the pro- published in 1894, Fiddler on the and authenticity to the material … York Musical Theater Festival for tion.’ The choreography will reflect duction’s musical director. His fa- Roof is a timeless classic. Told with it was not just another Broadway his work The Mapmaker’s Opera. realism — inspired by and always ther Joseph was born in a small wit and charm, Fiddler is a powerful song-and-dance show. When Fid- Kmieć was the Artistic Director with a respect to the Jerome Rob- town Prosewicz, near Warsaw, in statement about the evils of preju- dler on the Roof (Skrzypek na Da- of Ballet Western Reserve. bins original.” 1918, moved soon to Warsaw, and dice and the importance of main- chu) premiered in Poland in 1985, American-born of Polish descent, Lighting Designer Peter Kaczo- fled Poland on September 3, 1939. taining a warm and caring com- the show’s authors donated their he is considered a foremost U.S. au- rowski has designed for 58 Broad- munal and family life in the midst royalties to preserving the country’s thority on Polish folk dance, culture, way productions. Off-Broadway, He has been to Poland numer- of severe oppression. At heart it is Jewish monuments. and ethnography — having been he has extensive credits with resi- ous times – as a guest of the Polish built around themes so universal The rich translation by Shraga published in numerous articles and dent companies such as Manhattan government and the Kamińska State that audiences of every age, ethnic Friedman, adds new depth and as co-author in Polish Folk Dances Theater Club, Lincoln Center The- Yiddish Theater in Warsaw, as well and cultural background can iden- dimension to the most well-known and Songs – A Step-by-Step Guide ater, The Roundabout, The Public, as Kraków music festivals. “Much tify with it. Jewish musical in the world. Born (Hippocrene Books) — considered among others. In opera, he has de- of the Yiddish music and mate- The indelible work has survived in Pre-World War II Warsaw, he and the encyclopedia of Polish dance in signed productions for many com- rial has its origins in Poland,” said for over 50 years and has enjoyed his family were forced to flee their the English language. Kmieć is the panies, including The Metropolitan Mlotek. “I have performed many great theatrical success, as well as a Nazi-invaded hometown in 1939, PBS resident Polish Culture expert Opera, New York City Opera, Royal concerts and theatrical presentations 1971 film version. A new generation making their way through Wilno, and has offered commentary on sev- Opera Covent Garden, with material that was either created will now experience this classic tale Moscow, Odessa, Istanbul, and Bei- eral programs nationwide. He was For the film Birdman, Peter de- in Poland or performed in Poland.” of a village, a family, a culture and rut, before finally landing in Haifa the founding Artistic Director/Cho- signed the lighting for the scenes A conductor, pianist, musical ar- tradition! The U.S. premiere of Fid- in 1941. reographer of the The Lublin Polish shot on stage at the St. James The- ranger, accompanist, and composer, dler in Yiddish runs from July 4 to Friedman was a versatile artist Song and Dance Ensemble and re- atre in New York. He has been nom- Mlotek brought Yiddish-Klezmer August 26 at Safra Hall in the Mu- of many talents, who left an indel- cipient of Poland’s highest cultural inated five times for Tony awards, music to Broadway and Off-Broad- seum of Jewish Heritage. ible mark on the Israeli cultural honor – the Oskar Kolberg Award. winning the award for The Pro- way stages with the Tony-nominat- For tickets, visit www.NYTF.org scene and whose creative force was He is a graduate of Tufts University ducers. He is also the recipient of ed Those Were the Days and Drama or call (866) 811-4111. The show manifested on the stage, screen and (BA) and University of Marie Cu- Drama Desk, Outer Critics, Drama- Desk nominated Amerike – The will be presented with English su- radio. He co-directed and translated rie-Sklodowska in Lublin, Poland logue, Ovation and Hewes Design Golden Land. He received his mu- pertitles. Sports Is Lewandowski Leaving? By Tom Tarapacki goal. Bogdan With only four games until the (perhaps for expediency as much as Głąbicki, born end of the season, team Hutnik Huta affection), who is one of the emer- As rumors swirled that Rob- Feb. 26, 1947 Czechy played for promotion into gent starting pitchers of the young ert Lewandowski was planning to plays on Pol- the 4th league, making this last win season,” wrote Bradford Dolittle of leave his Bayern Munich club, Po- ish football team even more valued. It is certain that ESPN.com. A 2010 first-round pick land’s Footballer of the Year for the Hutnik Huta the team will be counting on more of the Houston Astros, the 6-4 right- seventh straight years was preparing Czechy, the dis- outstanding plays from the 71-year- hander from Illinois with a blazing for Poland’s return to World Cup trict league in old Głąbicki. fastball has had some elbow issues play in Russia this summer after a Eastern Poland but now seems ready to become a 12-year tournament absence. Siedlce. The FOLTYNEWICZ SHINES. I guess top pitcher. Coach Adam Nawałka, who is 71-year-old more people will have to learn how to say, leading Poland’s World Cup 2018 than holds his “Fol-ten-EH-vich.” Mike Foltyne- NOWAK MOVES ON. One of Pen- effort, took over the team in 2013. own with much wicz of the Atlanta Braves turned in sacola Florida’s most successful He has achieved great success by younger players a couple of outstanding performanc- four-year high school tennis careers changing the team’s approach from playing in official es in early June against two of base- came to an end. Senior Elizabeth competition. ball’s top teams. He outdueled Chris Nowak helped Catholic return to counter-attacking to controlling pos- Robert Lewandowski and Jakub Błaszczykowski cel- His latest goal Sale of Boston and Steven Stras- the state tournament while she fin- session. In addition to Lewa, he’ll ebrate a goal. have veteran Jakub Błaszczykowski came during a burg of Washington in impressive ished 17-2 this season. She also as well as some top young talent like team, possibly Real Madrid, in or- match against fashion. Against the Nats he threw earned four consecutive Pensacola Arkadiusz Milik and Karol Linetty. der to get a shot at the Champions Sep Żelechów, when he came on the a two-hit shutout with 11 strikeouts, News Journal Girls Tennis Player Lewandowski finished the sea- League title. The 29-year-old striker field in the seventy-sixth minute and and turned in the first complete game of the Year awards. Nowak will be son as the Bundesliga’s top goal- has been tight-lipped about his fu- three minutes later expertly, enthu- of his career. In those two games the following the footsteps of her older scorer with 29 goals. This was the ture. siastically and seemingly effortless- 26-year-old allowed a total of five brother, John, who played tennis at third time Lewandowski won the top ly put the ball in the back of the net. hits, one run and four walks with Florida Atlantic. She’ll be heading German league’s leading goalscorer AGE IS NO BARRIER. Poland’s His energy, obviously impressive 18 strikeouts in 16 innings. “It may north to continue her college career award. However, many believe that oldest soccer player in official fitness and speed easily matched have been a career-making perfor- at Division I Lehigh University in he plans to leave Bayern for another competitions scored an impressive that of his 20-year-old teammates. mance for the man they call Folty Pennsylvania. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 www.polamjournal.com 13 Eddie Basinski’s Remarkable Career by Tom Tarapacki nonsense.” fantastic job for his ballclub. Don’t let anyone tell you different. Keep Eddie Basinski is one of the old- Shutting up “Leo the Lip.” up the good work.” Basinski was est living major leaguers — in fact, Another of Eddie’s nicknames was thrilled. “I thought that was superb.” the 95-year-old is the 13th oldest on “The Fiddler,” and teammates con- When players returned fol- that list. But Eddie is also known for stantly kidded him about his violin lowing the war Basinski was sent a number of significant accomplish- playing. He never brought the in- down to the minors. He was traded ments during his playing career. strument to the ballpark, but when to Pittsburgh in 1946 and then the He was — and still is — the only Durocher doubted his ability to play Yankees in 1947. The Yankees sent player in history to go directly from the two men made a bet. It was this: him to the Portland Beavers in the sandlot ball to the major leagues Eddie would play the violin in the AAA Pacific Coast League, but without any high school, college or clubhouse and, if Durocher liked later tried to bring him back. Eddie minor-league experience. Eddie was it, he’d have to buy Basinski a new declined, preferring to stay in Port- also the first major-league infielder suit. Eddie brought in his violin and land. “I was floored by the beauty,” ever to wear glasses. Besides that, played selections that included Cole Basinski told The Oregonian. “And he was a concert violinist! Basinski Porter and Irving Berlin. “Well, I’ll the people were just great. Buffalo had a relatively short career in the be a son of a bitch,” said “Leo the neighborhoods were divided among majors (203 games), but he did be- Lip” afterwards. “The kid can play.” ethnic groups, and gangs guarded come a legend in the minor leagues. He could play baseball, too, and their turf. Somebody who didn’t Edwin Frank Basinski was born was an exceptional fielder with a belong there was beaten up. Back in Buffalo on Nov. 4, 1922 into a strong arm (“Bazooka” was yet there you’d introduce yourself and Playing for the Yankees would have meant more money, but Basinski loved large working-class Polish family, another nickname). By the first of … they’d immediately categorize the Pacific Northwest. He played for 10 seasons with the Portland Beavers. and grew up in the Polish Ameri- June, Eddie was also hitting better you. That didn’t happen in Portland. can neighborhood known as Kai- The Home Front: Major League agent was the former big league out- than .300. Unfortunately, his hitting It finally dawned on me, and I said, sertown. His father, Walter, was a Replacement Players of World War fielder from Buffalo, Johnny Mokan tailed off and his batting average `Hey, this is America!’” tough former Navy man who em- II by Craig Allen Cleve. Basinski (Mokwinski). Thanks to Eddie’s in 39 games was .257. He was sent Playing for the Yankees would phasized education over sports. Ed- wore glasses from a young age due timely performance and his military down for a time to Montreal, where have meant more money, but Ba- die’s mother was a pianist, and start- to a case of scarlet fever. deferment (his vision was 20 x 800 he got a chance to play against his sinski loved the Pacific Northwest. ed him playing the violin at age five. at the time) they were able to negoti- hometown Buffalo Bisons. He played for 10 seasons with the “Music was and still is my first Not a “Polish punk.” But Ed- ate a contract that included a hefty Eddie played in 108 games for Beavers and two more for the Seat- love. I only turned to sports as a die was convinced that he could $5,000 bonus that Eddie used to pay Brooklyn in 1945, hitting .262. tle Rainiers. During his PCL career, way to ‘make it’ in a tough town,” play baseball. “For me, it was trying off his parents’ mortgage on a farm. HISTORICPHOTOS.COM he said. “We lived in a rough Polish to find some way to gain some sort neighborhood in Buffalo and I took of recognition, so I wasn’t just one From the sandlot to the of those Polish majors. Eddie joined the Dodg- punks over there ers in 1944 at age 21, and was sur- from Kaisertown prised when he was sent directly in Buffalo. None to the majors after working out for of us were going two weeks. In his first game, on anywhere. Sports May 20, 1944 at Cincinnati, man- was the only av- ager Leo Durocher put him into the enue I had at that starting lineup. Playing second and time.” batting eighth, the 6-1, 172-lb. right Eddie went hander faced Reds left hander Clyde to the University Shoun, who threw a no-hitter a of Buffalo but he week earlier. On the second pitch he didn’t play base- saw, Basinski bashed a triple off the ball because UB left field wall. He also turned five had no team at double plays in seven chances that the time. He let- day. Eddie was overjoyed. “Any- tered in tennis and way, I was ready to go back to Buf- cross-country and falo. I had done it — the impossible! continued to play I wanted to go back and bask in the Portland Beavers in their Vaughn Stadium locker room. July 28, 1949. The sandlot baseball. glory of that one game for the rest of photo caption published in the Oregonian July 31, 1949, pg. 34, read: “Dis- As a violinist he my life!” Ripley’s Believe It or Not cordant notes are foreign to the Portland Baseball club, with the Beavers occupied a chair called his move from the sandlot to all pulling together in their spirited drive for the first division. The above in the Buffalo the majors a ten million-to-one shot. picture gives an idea of the existing harmony. Eddie Basinski, the Yehudi Symphony Or- Eddie got the nickname, “The Menuhin of the diamond, provides the music on his violin while, from left, Right from college, Basinski occupied a chair in the Buf- chestra. “In my Professor,” because he wore glasses, Art Pennington, Frankie Austin and Luis Marquez, Beaver Negro stars, give falo Symphony Orchestra. He was also a near-virtuoso senior year I was the first major-league infielder ever out with with vocal tune befitting present league standing. DeLay photo.” on the piano. c o n c e r t m a s t e r to do so. Famously described by of the orchestra, Dodgers General Manager Branch There was no All-Star game because Basinski compiled 1,426 hits, 99 up baseball as self-defense.” having started on the last desk and Rickey as looking like “the escaped of the war, but he was named to the homers and 579 RBIs, batting .259. Eddie had to sneak over to local worked my way up,” he said. He divinity student,” Eddie said that he unofficial AP All-Star team. His In 1955, a fan poll to name Port- sandlots to play with a small core of had challenged 40 other violinists to was as competitive as anyone. “I teammates with the Dodgers includ- land’s all-time team gave Basinski dedicated ballplayers that included earn the position. Eddie was also a just didn’t look the part, and people ed a couple of Polish Americans, the most votes. Helping make him a future Hall of Famer Warren Spahn near virtuoso on the piano. didn’t like it.” Eddie “The Brat” Stanky (Stankie- fan favorite was the fact that Eddie and future All-Star Buddy Rosar. If In 1943, Eddie earned a degree He was also called “Spider” be- wicz) and Mike Sandlock (At the often performed home-plate recit- no one else showed up at the park in mechanical engineering and went cause of his great reflexes and dex- time of his death in 2016 at age 100, als on his violin between games of Eddie did his own training routine. to work for at the Curtiss-Wright terity, and Eddie thought that his Sandlock was the oldest living for- doubleheaders. At East High School, Eddie got Company in Buffalo that built mili- violin playing helped. “I had great mer major leaguer.). Eddie settled in Oregon with his his father’s permission to try out for tary planes during World War II, quickness because of the bowing wife and two sons and worked as a the baseball team, but was cut “part- and continued to play ball in the lo- and the fingering, which just has to Encouragement from salesman for Consolidated Freight- ly because I wore glasses, but most- cal amateur leagues. In an All-Star be lightning quick. There is a great “Stan the Man.” Eddie’s base- ways, retiring in 1991 after 31 years. ly because he knew I was a violinist game against a team from Oil City, correlation. And how about tim- ball hero was Stan Musial, and He took up bowling and golf in re- in the school’s 100-piece symphony Pa. Eddie had a two-run triple and ing and making the double play, Basinski recalled a time when Du- tirement, and earned a reputation as orchestra and the music department pair of three-run homers in a 9-1 your footwork and all that? A lot of rocher was “on my butt.” During a great storyteller. He’s currently would be furious with him.” win, and the Brooklyn Dodgers people think musicians are panty- batting practice Musial walked up living in a care facility in Oregon. Eddie recalled in Hardball On quickly signed him to a deal. 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Sybiracy Obituaries Ready to go back to Poland Union activist Edward Sadlowski “Sibracy” (Poles exiled to Sibe- ceived bread and water as the fi rst CHICAGO — Edward Sadlowski, a union activist always seen with an oilcan at work. He took to union- ria during World War II) is written meal after he woke up. The next day who represented thousands of steelworkers in Chicago izing himself. by Stefania Borstowa. we reached Borovskoy. This marked and Gary, died in Florida after a long battle with de- He clinched the top position at the site’s union in Borstowa, her children and the end of the fi rst half of our jour- mentia, family members said. He was 79. 1964, overseeing about 23,000 workers, family said. Marysia, a home servant, were de- ney to Kostanay. We spent this night Sadlowski was a district union chief with United And in 1975, Sadlowski became president of District ported from Lvov to Krutoyarka, a in the fi re depot, where we were lo- Steelworkers. He gained national attention as an insur- 31, United Steelworkers’ largest region — encompass- small village in Kazakstan. Soon cated next to the door. People who gent during an unsuccessful bid for the union presiden- ing 128,000 members in Chicago and Gary — with the after the Soviet Union invasion, her were passing through the door were cy in 1977. platform “Steelworkers Fight Back.” husband was sent to the labor camp shocked seeing Jedrek since his More recently, Sadlowski served on the local pan- In that campaign and throughout his career, Sad- in Eastern Siberia and died of dys- face was blue and emaciated and he el of the Illinois Labor Relations Board from 1993 to lowski championed workers’ right to strike and to ratify entery, but she did not know about it looked like a small skeleton. 2012, according to his family. He was inducted into the their own contracts, said his son, Edward Sadlowski, Jr. until after World War II. In the next four days we fi nally Illinois Labor History Society’s Union Hall of Honor Sadlowski Jr. said he was encouraged to see all the reached Kostanay. The train was in 2012. support pour in on social media, showing that his dad’s PaRT XXXvI. Since Jedrek was still there waiting to take us and other “He was the voice of the working class,” said his ideals of “clean Democratic trade unionism” have cre- very sick, the following Monday I two thousand people to Poland. It daughter, Chicago 10th Ward Ald. Susan Sadlowski ated profound and lasting infl uence. went to NKVD (People’s Commis- took only an hour to load all of us Garza. “He gave power to the working class men and “Edward Sadlowski rose from working as a machin- sariat for Internal Aff airs, the inte- up. We received one kilogram of women that were in the trenches.” ist’s apprentice on Chicago’s Southeast Side to being rior ministry of the Soviet Union) to sausage and two kilos of bread per Born to a steelworker on Sept. 10, 1938, Sadlowski elected shop steward of his steel mill to leading the inform that we cannot take the train grew up in Chicago’s Southeast Side neighborhood, largest local Steelworkers union in America,” Mayor to Poland. The NKVD offi cer po- watching his father organize at the Inland Steel Com- Rahm Emanuel said in a statement “He served bravely litely informed me that I can choose pany. in the Army and fought passionately for the rights of to stay here in Kazakhstan as long as When Sadlowski began working as a machinist at workers in Chicago and across America.” I want, but if I choose to do so, I am United States Steel South Works in 1956, he quickly — From Chicago Tribune, New York Times, and in- on my own. There might be not any earned the nickname “Oilcan Eddie” because he was ternet news reports other chance to go back to Poland since there would be no any fi nan- cial help for us to travel. Dr. Teresa Gessner, cancer researcher Since staying in Kazakhstan was BUFFALO, N.Y. —Dr. Teresa in this area was her leadership in living in near starvation circum- not a real alternative, we decided to Gessner (nee Kikal), born in Poland 1997-1999 to work with the Buff alo stances, Christmas was still cel- prepare to travel to Kostanay, where and a proud naturalized American, Historical Society to develop a ma- ebrated by carrying out the opłatek the train to Poland was going to be retired Senior Cancer Research Sci- jor exhibit, “Buff alo Polonia 1873- ceremony using their meager bread prepared. We terminated our house- entist of Roswell Park Memorial In- 1998,” which subsequently became rations. hold in no more than 2-3 hours. The stitute, a former Board Member of a traveling exhibit for showing at After two years under these se- horse cart showed up on time, and the Polish Arts Club of Buff alo and various locations around the coun- vere conditions, Gessner and her it was already partly loaded with initiator of the club’s Let the Chil- ty and abroad. During this time, family were among the lucky few products belonging to other Polish dren Know initiative, died May 13, through the Let the Children Know who fi nally escaped to Tehran with families. On the very top, we placed 2018. She was 84. initiative, over 900 local children the Polish Army, then later to Bei- Jedrek on the top of the quilts. Je- She was the wife of the late Dr. visited the exhibit, and additional rut and fi nally to England in 1949 as drek was still sick and unconscious, Peter (Piotr) K. Gessner, former materials were distributed to local refugees of war. so this was the only safe spot. president of the Polish Arts Club schools. In England, Gessner found her Village residents were accompa- and recipient of Poland’s Gold Or- Gessner was born in 1933 in passion for the sciences, graduating der of Merit. Stanisławów, Poland – an area from the University of London with nying us for the next three kilome- A statue of Lenin in Borovskoy Gessner was a strong supporter which later fell under Soviet occupa- a bachelor of science in chemistry, ters and many of them were crying. greeted Poles returning from Ka- of Polish culture, and an active tion. Her grandfather, Colonel Fran- and a doctorate in organic chemis- In spite of the joy to go back home, zakhstan. we also cried realizing than we are member of the Polish Arts Club for a ciszek Kikal, was one of the Polish try. It was here that she also met her leaving. I had a farewell speech person. The representative of Polish number of years, receiving recogni- offi cers arrested by the NKVD in husband, Dr. Peter Gessner. thanking for the hospitality and help Patriots Union said farewell to us in tion in 1995 from the Polish Ameri- 1939 in Lwów and a victim of the Together they moved to Cleve- that we experienced for six years in a friendly way. He reminded us not can Congress for years of dedicated Katyń massacre. In remembrance of land, where she worked as a re- Krutoyarka. to forgive the hospitality of Soviet service to the community for the her grandfather, Gessner participat- searcher at BF Goodrich, then in There seem to be no end to hugs Union Government and its people. work she did to set up exhibits and ed in the April 2010 ceremony for 1962 to Buff alo, which became their and tears. Just before we left the vil- The carriages had double beds and demonstrations for Polish American the Katyń victims at Buff alo City permanent home. Working fi rst at lage, one of our babysitters came they were not that overcrowded like Heritage Month at the Buff alo and Hall and dedication of the Katyń SUNY Buff alo as a full time faculty with an advice. She said that if Je- on the way here. Unfortunately, the Erie County Historical Museum. Massacre plaque. member and researcher in the Phar- drek would die on the way, I should sausage was spoiled and had a bad Gessner was passionate about At 6 years of age, Gessner was macology Department, and subse- give his body and something pre- smell. Even our dog, Psotka, re- educating local children about Buf- in Lwów where her mother had quently for over 20 years at Roswell cious to a good lady to bury him and fused to eat it, but we had dry bread. falo’s rich Polish-American heri- recently given birth to her baby Park Memorial Cancer Institute, make sure that his grave is kept in During the longer stops, we were tage. Most notable of her eff orts brother, when Teresa, her mother, Gessner authored or co-authored a good shape. This advice did not also given boiled water. Of course aunt, and 5-month-old baby brother over 100 teaching publications. give my any comfort. We prayed we were taking buckets of this wa- Art and Photo were taken by the Soviets by cattle Gessner was also a strong advo- “Our Father” and “Hail Mary” and ter with us, as an extra supply. There car to the far reaches of Kazakhstan. cate for equal opportunities for girls “Under Your Protection” and kept was a joyful and chatty atmosphere Competition Set Gessner’s father, a civil engineer and boys in education and equal rec- going, constantly looking behind in the carriages, we were talking PUGET SOUND, Wash. — The who was at that time working in ognition in workforce. until the village people could not be constantly. We had a three-hour Polish Home Association has an- the German occupied Jarosław, was In addition to her eff orts with seen anymore. long stop in Tula, a big city in West- nounced two competitions related thus separated from the family. He the Polish Arts Club, Gessner was During the trip, we were check- ern Russia. to the 100th anniversary of PHA and would be re-united with them 16 involved throughout diff erent stag- ing constantly a pulse on Jedrek’s Poland’s regained independence in years later. es of her life and career in the Na- arm. In the morning on the third continued next month 1918: an art competition and a photo In Kazakhstan, even though she tional Organization for Women, the Jedrek woke up and asked: “Mom, competition. The deadline for both was only a small child, Gessner was American Association of University give me something to eat quick.” — Reprinted courtesy of Jaga’s Pol- competitions is October 15, 2018. forced to work in the wheat and po- Women, and the League of Women We had only dry croutons, raw po- ish Culture Website at: www.polish- Prize winners will receive awards tato fi elds, and herd sheep. Despite Voters. tatoes, and some bread. Jedrek re- site.us ranging from $300.00 to $75.00. An exhibition of competition en- tries will be presented at the PHA Become a member today anniversary gala in November 2018. Jurek-Park Slope Funeral Home, Inc. If you are interested, visit for the • Newly Decorated Chapel Facilities Polish American detailed information about the com- • Our 24-Hour Personal Services Are petitions at www.polishnewsseattle. 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They all should be are quick reference pages and are port will answer analysis, please air- by collecting records and documents saved so they can accurately passed used to do further research. Next, the things Polish mail a $19 personal for their ancestors. This step is the down to future generations. the summaries serve as readable Americans often or bank (cashier’s) easy part of genealogy. However, You may find it hard to believe documents that can be shown and wonder about: what check or money many researchers never get beyond that your family history is important enjoyed by family members. Shar- their last name means, order (adding a cut- this initial step. to save. You should consider that ing your research may help family how it originated, how rate $13 for each ad- As I began compiling the infor- all of our immigrant ancestors con- members remember more stories many people use it, ditional surname to be mation for my ancestors, I realized tributed to America’s history and that can be added to your family his- where they are from and researched) to Polonia’s that family histories are more than their stories should be saved for our tory. When I discovered that these whether a coat of log-standing War- piles of documents and charts with grandchildren. The farmers and the short summaries could easily be arms goes with it. The Ślepowron coat of saw correspondent names and dates. Our family histo- factory workers contributed their read by other family members, the If one is found, a arms was shared by the no- and onomastician ries are made up of the stories that efforts to the growth of America summaries were slowly expanded to full-color image ble lines of nearly one thou- (name researcher): can be found in the oral histories, alongside all of the names listed in create my family history. of the crest and sand variously surnamed Robert Strybel, the pictures and the documents. I the history books. Our family histo- an explanation of families including: Barański, ul. Kaniowska 24, Don’t be afraid to begin. found that I became more excited ries should give clues of their roles how it originated Komorowski, Kozłowski, 01-529 Warsaw, about my ancestors as I discovered and this will help us understand our Concentrate on finding one story will be included. Nowiński, Kuźma, Lewan- Poland. that the pattern in the information. 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France, Poland, Denmark, Bel- by Witold Pilecki FORGOTTEN Arms Michal Kurdyla, Aria #303; mind the words of Adam Mickie- gium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg $34.95 HOLOCAUST: Flag Beareres Mirek Kostro, An- wicz: and Norway had all been crushed by Item 2-673 The Poles drzej Kolczynski, Hejnal #323. “Flame may devour the powerful Nazi German war ma- Aquila Polonica Under German The participating choruses chose painted history; chine. Great Britain stood alone, fight- Publ., 2014 Occupation, their order of singing in competi- Robbers plunder treasures ing for its life. 460 pp., pb. / 1939-45. Third tion. The Female Choruses sang by the sword; Thrilling action story of the cel- 6x9 in. edition first, in order: The song will survive intact” ebrated squadron of Polish fighter In 1940, the $19.95 pilots whose superb daring and aerial Polish Under- Item 2-647 • Marcella Kochanska-Sembrich combat skills helped save England dur- ground wanted 358 pp. pb. Female Chorus #321 of Phila- Guest at the Banquet was Mary ing its most desperate hours. The 303 to know what Forgotten Ho- delphia. Choral Directors: Da- Lou Wyrobek, president of the Cen- “Kościuszko” Squadron flew with the was happening locaust has become a classic of World vid Zagorski and Jan Sporek; tral Administration of the PSAA, RAF, downing three times the average inside the recently opened Auschwitz War II literature. As Norman Davies • Polonia-Paderewski #311 of who presented Dr. M. B. Biskupski, RAF score, while incurring only one- concentration camp. Polish army of- noted, “Dr. Richard Lukas has rendered New Britain, CT, directed by Ph.D. Honorary Membership in the third the average casualties during the ficer Witold Pilecki volunteered to be a valuable service, by showing that Andriy Lehki; PSAA for assisting to finalize the Battle of Britain. Underdog heroes who arrested by the Germans and report no one can properly analyze the fate • Jutrzenka #226 of South Brook- completion of “Polish Singers Alli- rose to defend against the deadliest from inside the camp. His intelligence of one ethnic community in occupied lyn, NY, directed by Izabella ance of America Choral Patriotism.” German Luftwaffe attacks, the pilots reports, smuggled out in 1941, were Poland without referring to the fates Kobus-Salkin. The book, history compiled by the of 303 Squadron were lionized by the among the first eyewitness accounts of of others. In this sense, The Forgotten British press, congratulated by the Auschwitz atrocities. Pilecki’s story was Holocaust is a powerful corrective.” Mixed Chorus Division: late Dr. Stanislaus a. Blejwas of King and adored by the British public. suppressed for half a century after his The third edition includes a new pref- • Aria #303 of Wallington, NJ, di- Central Connecticut Universiry, is a 1948 arrest by the Polish Communist ace by the author, a new foreword by rected by David Zagorski, Gen- 100-year history of the PSAA. HENRY. A Polish Swimmer’s True regime as a “Western spy.” Norman Davies, a short history of ZE- eral Director of the PSAA sub- Wyrobek also presented trophies Story of Friendship from Auschwitz to GOTA, the underground government stituting for Joanna Mieleszko; to the choruses who participated America Two Trains organization working to save the Jews, • Hejnal #323 of Greenpoint, in competition. Scores of all were by Katrina from Poland and an annotated listing of many Poles Brooklyn, NY, Jan Sporek, di- read. Highest was Aria Mixed Cho- Shawver by Dr. Krystyna executed by the Germans for trying to rector; rus #303; followed by Chopin Male $19.95 M. Sklenarz shelter and save Jews. • Polonia-Paderewski #287 of Chorus #182; and highest in the fe- Item 2-678 $19.95 New Britain, CT, Andriy Lehki, male division was Jutrzenka #226. Koehler Books, Item 2-604 ALSO AVAILABLE FROM THE 2017 183 pp., pb. PAJ BOOKSTORE ... director. The next day, May 20, all mem- Male Chorus Division: bers proceeded to Holy Cross pb., 6 x 0.7 x 9 A midnight CULTURE AND inches knock at her door TRADITIONS BOOKS ...... PAGE 6 • Chopin Singing Society #182 Church in New Britain, for Mass, 324 pp. changed every- COOKBOOKS ...... PAGE 11 of Passaic, NJ, Anthony Tabish, followed by the Gala Concert. A re- $19.95 thing for 6-year- GENEALOGY BOOKS ...... PAGE 15 director. ception was held in the church hall After the competitions were following the concert. over, choruses gathered for a gener- Next year’s 67th District 7 Con- The Inverted Mask al rehearsal for the next day’s Mass vention will be hosted by Chopin by Existence Wave and Concert. Singing Society #182 of Passaic, The evening’s event, the Con- N.J., on May 25, 2019. Music by Izzy Doroski vention Banquet, took place at the Polish Falcon’s Nest # 88 located in St. Stan’s Parish Festival This album is the music to the science New Britain. fiction story “The Inverted Mask” writ- OMAHA, Neb. — St. Stanislaus Being the 100th Anniversary of ten by author and musician Izzy Doroski. Polish Parish will host its annual Poland’s Independence, Frances X. Izzy’s futuristic and imaginative composi- festival, Sun., Aug. 19 , from noon Gates, who was unable to attend the tional skills have trail blazed a new fron- until 8:00 p.m. The church is lo- convention, expressed her message tier in today’s contemporary electronic music. He creates a visionary cated at 41st and J St. Thousands of sound that enters realms of ambient spatial dimensions and flight line in the souvenir journal: pierogi and golabki will be served, rhythms that transcend modern music. You can listen to all of Izzy’s “All of us in the Polish Sing- along with Polish sausage, ham- songs from his four albums live on bandcamp.com. ers Alliance of America should be burgers, hot dogs, and other picnic proud of the role our organization Visit theinvertedmask.com for more info on the Sci-fi book. fare. Polish and local beer will be played since 1889 to keep Polish CD available from Amazon.com. Digital al- available. Several polka bands will culture and music alive until the day bum available from bandcamp.com, which be present for listening and dancing. Poland was again free and indepen- includes unlimited streaming via the free Other activities include games of dent. Bandcamp app, and high-quality downloads. chance, raffles, and more. “Ollie the “It was a musician, Ignacy Jan Trolley” will provide shuttle service Paderewski, who was instrumental Also available from from the parking lot of the No Frills Izzy Doroski: in attaining Poland’s rebirth as a na- Grocery Store at 50th and G St. Beyond the Galaxy tion, and U.S. President Woodrow For information, call (402) 731- Please make checks payable to: ACPC, c/o Red Sun Wilson who made it happen. We Florence Langridge, Membership Chair, 78 4152. Purple Clouds are grateful to them, and to all who Meadow Lane, West Hartford, CT 06107 — Robert Fonfara prayed and fought for that day in POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 www.polamjournal.com 17

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Dance Time USPS Celebrates 50th Anniversary by Jennifer Pijanowski Steve Futa. Their talent was obvi- vals and it seems that the talent and festival was founded to celebrate ous as they put a young perspective number of youth partaking in this Polish heritage and introduce metro Anniversaries are a time for cel- on traditional polkas, paying tribute program grows with each Jam. The Detroit residents to talented chefs, ebration, reflection and renewal, so to the polka greats. They also took pride, joy, and elation on the faces artists, and musicians in the area. suffice it to say those sentiments the opportunity to invite many other of the youth are inspirational and Held on the grounds of The Ameri- rang true as the United States polka musicians on stage to join in The Jam is an event that everyone can Polish Century Club 33204 Polka Association celebrated its this enjoyable afternoon. wants to see. As the day started in Maple Lane in Sterling Heights, 50th anniversary on Memorial Day Saturday’s schedule was brim- the ballroom The Project and Ed- the weekend features polka music, weekend in Independence, Ohio. ming with non-stop enjoyment, die Forman took turns entertaining Michigan dance ensembles, craft starting with everyone’s favorite the crowd. The Project has quickly show, and the 6th Annual “Srodek’s polka family, Box On. Their love of polka music and performing in full display, it is a true gift to watch this family perform together. Fans immediately noticed the absence of Alicia who was under the weather and had to miss the weekend. Alex commands the stage as his siblings showcase each of their unique mu- Basia and Kevin Adams. Basia was sical talents. Of course, the crowd Miss USPA 1986. loves when the youngest siblings Tony and Bella get on stage to grab es to a capacity crowd. Talented their time in the spotlight. It is evi- and quick witted, Music Company dent how proud their dad, accom- knows how to keep the attention of plished musician Rick Vinecki, is their audience. Sunday morning started with a celebration of a polka Mass with Victoria Kish, Chris Kish, Ed Gawron, and Denise Skorik at the USPA. The Eddie Forman Orchestra become one of the industry’s most Pierogi Eating Challenge.” For 38 providing the lively music. After popular polka bands and watching years, The American Polish Festi- a few days of fun and partying, it them, it is easy to see why. Their val has been celebrating the Polish was wonderful to witness so many push for perfection coupled with heritage in what is the second larg- gathered together to celebrate their Mark Trzepacz and Anya Bakowski their quirkiness offers fans a plea- est ethnic community in Michigan faith and the sense of community. I at the USPA festival. surable experience. Though each and a significant part of the history typically do not attend polka Mass and every note is impecca- Hundreds of polka lovers as- at these events, preferring instead bly plotted, they still appear sembled over the weekend to take in to visit a new church. This year my like a group of friends jam- some wonderful polka music while dear friend Basia Adams asked me ming together. Eddie For- celebrating its past and planning for to be a Eucharistic Minister and I man attracts its own entou- a healthy future. Due to work obli- was grateful for the opportunity. rage as fans cheer in front gations, I could not make the trip on I was inspired by the packed hall of the band singing each Friday, but thanks to the live broad- there to celebrate the Holy Eucha- song lyric for lyric. As the cast on the PolkaJammer, I felt like rist. I can assure you that I will never evening progressed, Polka I was a part of the action. Fabulous again miss the opportunity to attend Country Musicians and music from DynaBrass, Lenny a polka Mass again at one of these Polka Family took the en- Gomulka & Chicago Push, and festivals. Thank you to Basia for ergy to an even higher peak. Freeze Dried kicked off the open- including me and opening my eyes Fans gathered before each ing night of the anniversary week- to what turned out to be my most set to make sure they were end. An evening schedule in perfect memorable event of the weekend. front and center for their fa- harmony enabled everyone to enjoy The board of USPA knows how vorite bands. Polka Family their favorite type of polka music. Ed Mularz and Denise Sosa – USPA to keep the fans there for the entire has been entertaining polka Traditional polkas and striking lyr- weekend by packing in even more lovers since 1979 and they talent on Sunday for the finale. The ics by beloved Lenny Gomulka as his skilled children take center show no signs of slowing John, Christina, and Matthew Gdula – USPA & Chicago Push, cutting edge and stage. Keeping the tempo up on Sat- day started off with the ProAm down anytime soon. Their creative arrangements from Freeze urday afternoon, The Boys took the Jam, an opportunity for the youth trademark hits are still as popular of Detroit. Located just a few miles Dried and a combination of tradi- stage with their uniquely traditional in the polka world to give us all a with the audience as they were de- north of Hamtramck, Mich., you tional and progressive music from polka music. Polka Hall-of-Famers positive outlook on where polka cades ago, and their charismatic en- will have a host of activities to take DynaBrass provided a flawless Mike Matousek and Frankie Liszka music is headed. Randy Koslosky ergy is hard to resist. Polka Country part in over the three days. You can blend. display their talented vocals this ter- has been organizing the Pro Am has garnered much-deserved atten- visit www.americanpolishfestival. Those who attended Friday night rific group of musicians who play Jams for several years at polka festi- tion and success, reveling crowds at com for additional information. also got a chance to listen to their hit after hit. Their creative events around the country. Whether honky favorites in the lounge with arrangements and melodic it is a traditional polka or a country Buffalo Polka Boosters Andy Fenus & the Trel-Tones. lyrics make this band a sta- inspired polka, fans do not tire of is holding its annual picnic on July Andy was inducted into the IPA ple at every polka festival. their boundless energy and pizzazz. 15, 2018 at Fontana’s Grove, 2440 Music Hall of fame in 2017 and is As the evening was upon As someone who loves to listen to Clinton Street Buffalo, N.Y. Music celebrating 64 years of music with us, two more powerhouse the music and people-watch, these will be provided by Special Deliv- his band the Trel-Tones. bands took the stage. The are two bands that make it difficult ery and will begin at 2:00 p.m. Tick- I arrived in time to get my first Knewz and Maestros Men to head to bed before their sets are ets are $25.00 per person, which in- glimpse at DynaVersaStickTo- alternated throughout the over for the evening, even when I cludes hamburgers, hot dogs, Polish neAires during the afternoon lounge evening supplying energy am completely exhausted. sausage, salads, corn, desserts, beer, party. DVSTA is a young talented and brilliant music for lis- and pop. There will also be a cash group of musicians assembled from tening and dancing through- Summer polka festival bar. Contact Chris Tanski for more Frankenmuth, Mich., Wisconsin, out the night. Terrific vocals season is in full swing and you info (716) 982-2132. Long Island, N.Y., South Bend, Ind., of Jackie Libera of Mae- won’t want to miss The American and Chicago. Bringing much expe- stro’s Men and Andy Bojc- Polka Fest being held on July 13- Box On returns to Buffalo, Sun- rience for such young musicians, zuk of the Knewz , who are 15, 2018 in Sterling Heights, Mich. day, July 29 for a summertime party they have individually played with both fan favorites, kept fans The weekend long festival showcas- at Fontana’s Grove. Doors open at bands like Freeze Dried, DynaBrass, enthralled late into Sun- es polka bands including The New 1:00, and music runs from 2:00- New Generation, Livewire, Polish day morning. Meanwhile, Brass Express, Polish Muslims, The 7:00 p.m. Admission is $12.00 ad- Connection, Polka Family, Lenny there was also great music Steve Drzewicki Band, DynaBrass, vance, $15.00 at the door. Food and Gomulka, and EZ Tones, among in the lounge for those who Polka Country Musicians, Box On, drinks will be available (no BYOB). others. DynaVersaStickToneAires wanted to take a break from and the APCC All Star Polka Band. Box on will be sharing the stage includes members Aaron Slivin- the ballroom. Music Com- Admission to the festival is only with Buffalo’s award-winning Spe- ski, A. J. Okrzesik, Adam Socha, pany from Chicago played Don Swider, Kevin Altenburg, and Jim “Wigs” $3.00/ per person and anyone 17 cial Delivery. For more information, Daylan Enkers, Nick Koryluk, and polkas, obereks, and waltz- Weglicki, chair of the USPA Safety Council. and under is admitted for free. This call Ted at (716) 668-9101. 18 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 Polka Calendar

Compiled by John Ziobrowski Seven Springs. Champion, Pa. 287-6624 • Dennis Polisky. PACC. South Deer- (716) 668-9101 JUlY 7 JUlY 14 fi eld, Mass. 1-5:30. (413) 665-8735 • Dennis Polisky. Turner Hall. Clinton, To list your event, please send • John Stevens. VFW. Dupont, Pa. 2-5 Mass. 1:30-5. (978) 365-9746 • Polka Method / Ampol Aires / The • Lenny Gomulka. OLOPH. New Bed- date, band, location, times, (570) 472-1152 • Jimmy Sturr. Green Acres Park. Bri- Beat / The Boys. Seven Springs. ford, Mass. 11:30-7:30. and contact number to: • Lenny Gomulka / Buff alo Touch ele, N.J. 2-4 Champion, Pa. • Joe Stanky Shawnee Oktoberfest, [email protected] Town Park. Cheektowaga, N.Y. 3-8. • John Stevens. St. Nick Grove. Prim- • John Stevens. Swim&Sports Club. Delaware, Pa. 12-5 (570) 421-7231 • Special Delivery. Pulaski Day Pa- rose, Pa. 4-8 Flanders, N.J. 12-4 (973) 584-9790 • DynaBrass. American Polish Cen- rade, Cheektowaga, N.Y. 1:00. • Tony Blazonczyk. Folk Festival. Low- JUlY 1 JUlY 8 tury Club. Sterling Heights, Mich. • Joe Stanky. Nay Aug Park. Scranton, ell, Mass. (978) 275-1764 • Lenny Gomulka. Gateway Clipper. • Versa J’s / Ampol Aires / Nu-Tones. 11-5. (686) 264-7990 Pa. 2-3:30 • DynaBrass. St. Josephs. Jackson, Pittsburgh, Pa. 1-4 (412) 355-7980 Seven Springs. Champion, Pa. • Mike Surratt. Fair Grounds. Timo- • Stephanie. Polish Club. Connells- Mich. (517) 784-9716 JUlY 2 • Dennis Polisky. St. Anthony. Fair- nium, Md. (410) 446-8189 ville, Pa. 3-7 (724) 628-671 • Northern Lites. Pulaski Club. Day- • Steve Drzewicki / Dyna Brass / Box fi eld, Conn. 1-5. (203-259-0358 JUlY 15 • Joe Stanky. Fellows Park. Scranton, tona Beach, Fla. 2-5 (386) 258-7059 On. St. Stans. Bay City, Mich. (989) • Polka Country Musicians. Pulaski • Special Delivery. Fontana’s Grove. Pa. 5-7 aUgUST 2 Park. Three Rivers, Mass. 2-6. (413) • Box On / Polka Family / Polkatown 233-5107 Buff alo, N.Y. 2 p.m. (716) 771-1076 • John Stevens. Sacred Heart Du- 592-0376 Sounds / Maroszek Brothers. Polka JUlY 4 • Lenny Gomulka. St. Stanislaus. Am- pont, Pa. 7-11 (570) 654-3713 • John Sevens. Nativity of Our Lord. sterdam, N.Y. 4-8 (518) 842-6710 Days. Pulaski, Wisc. 12:30-6:30. • Dyna Brass. Seven Springs. Cham- Duryea, Pa. 6-10 (570) 457-3502 • Joe Stanky. Shawnee Oktoberfest, JUlY 26 aUgUST 3 pion, Pa. 7-11:30. • Mike Surratt. Old Stein Inn. Edge- • John Stevens. Sacred Heart. Du- Delaware, Pa. 12-5 (570) 421-7231 • Joe Stanky. Central Park. Hones- water, Md. 4-8. (410) 798-6807 pont, Pa. 7-11 (570) 654-3713 JUlY 5 • Tony Blazonczyk. Holy Cross. Joliet, dale, Pa. 7:30-9 • Eddie Forman / Box On / Tony Bla- JUlY 10 Ill. 5-9 (815) 722-0785 • DynaBrass / Virgil Baker / Roger JUlY 27 Majeski. Polish Fest. Boyne Falls, zonczyk / The Boys. Seven Springs. • Buff alo Touch. River Grill. Tonawa- • Jimmy K. St. Charles. Parma, Ohio. • John Stevens. Triangle Park Lock Mich. 12 p.m.-1 a.m. (231) 549-8800 Champion, Pa. 11 a.m. -12 a.m. nda, N.Y. 6:30 (440) 884-3030 • Joe Stanky. Knoebeis Park. Elys- • The Boys. Pulaski Park. Three Rivers, Haven, Pa. 6-8 aUgUST 4 JUlY 11 • Jimmy Sturr. Ward Park. Passaic, N.J. burg, Pa. 1:30 / 3 / 8 (800) 4874386 Mass. (413) 592-0376 • Joe Stanky. Sacred Heart. Dupont, • Lenny Gomulka. Public Library. 7:30-9:30 • Buff alo Touch. Veterans Park. De- • Mike Surratt. Fair Grounds. Timo- Pa. 7-11 (570) 654-3713 Concord, Mass. 7-8:30 • Box On. Polish Community Ctr. Al- pew, N.Y. 7-9 nium, Md. (410) 446-8189 • DynaBrass / Roger Majeski / New bany, N.Y. 6-10. (518) 899-3061 JUlY 6 JUlY 12 JUlY 18 Generation. Polish Fest. Boyne Falls, • Ray Jay / Lenny Gomulka / Polka • John Stevens. St. Elizabeth Ann • Dennis Polisky. Baldwin Park. Ter- JUlY 28 Mich. 12 p.m. 1 a.m. (231) 549-8800 Family / John Gora / Eddie Forman. Seton. Swayersville, Pa. 7-11 (570) ryville, Conn. 6-8 • John Stevens. Holy Trinity. Wilkes- aUgUST 5 Barre, Pa. 6-10 (570) 825-6540 • John Stevens. Music Fest. Bethle- JUlY 19 • Jimmy Sturr. Historic Track. Goshen, hem, Pa. 12-3:30. (610) 332-1300 • Chad Przybyliski / New Generation N.Y. (845) 294-5333 • John Gora. Facer Festival. St. Catha- / Maroszek Brothers / Aaron Socha • Tony Blazonczyk. Folk Festival. Low- rines, Ont., Canada / Polka Dynamics / Concertina Rich. ell, Mass. (978) 275-1764 • Jimmy K / Northern Nites. Polish Polka Days. Pulaski, Wisc. 5-11:30 • Box On. Pulaski Park. Three Rivers, Fest. Boyne Falls, Mich. 12-9. (231) Mass. 2-6 (413) 592-0376 JUlY 20 549-8800 • DynaBrass. St. Josephs. Jackson, • Special Delivery / Krew Brothers • Heros. Pulaski Park. Three Rivers, Mich. (517) 784-9716 Reunion. Town Park. Cheektowaga, Mass. 2-6 (413) 592-0376 • Mike Surratt. American Legion. Col- N.Y. 4:30-9 • Buff alo Touch. Holy Helpers. West lege Park, Md. 8-11 (301-441-2783 • John Stevens. Lewis Fair. Lowville, Seneca, N.Y. 1-6 (716) 674-1670. N.Y. 9:30 (315) 376-8333 JUlY 29 • Mike Surratt. Old Stein Inn. Edge- • New Generation / DynaBrass / Mi- • Box On / Special Delivery. Fontana’s water, Md. 4-8 (410) 798-6807 chael Costa / Doctor Kielbasa / Picnic Grounds. West Seneca, N.Y. Polish Connection / Polka Country Musicians / Stephanie / Keynotes. Polka Days. Pulaski, Wisc. 4-1:15 JUlY 21 • Dennis Polisky. Immaculate Con- ception. Indian Orchard, Mass. (413) 543-3116 • Lenny Gomulka / New Direction / The Boys. Town Park. Cheektowaga, N.Y. 3-8 • Music Connection / Jerry Voelker / Polka Country Musicians / Dy- naBrass / Stever Meisner / Dyna- versasticktoneaires / Mike Costa / Polka Family / Box On / Chad Przy- bylski / Gary Brueggen. Polka Days. Pulaski, Wisc. 12:30 p.m. -1 a.m. • Mike Surratt. Old Stein Inn. Edge- ROCKIN’ water, Md. 8-11 (410) 798-6807 ROCKIN’ S U N D A Y JUlY 22 POLKASPOLKAS M O R N I N G with POLKA SHOW MIKE & GEORGE PASIERB 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. WXRL 88.3FM IN TOLEDO www.wxut.com 1300 AM everywhere else LANCASTER-BUFFALO Host: David Jackson SAT. 2:00-3:00 p.m. Archive: https://www.mix- SUN. 5:00-6:00 p.m. cloud.com/david-j-jackson/

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2 Stan Malewicz Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist Dubois, Pa. 3 Ken Yash Musician / Vocalist (Maestro’s Men) Mass. 4 Hank Haller 1935 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist Ohio 4 Jim Ernest 1937 Musician (Trumpet) (Lou Prohut Orch.) Pa. 4 Joe Rudzinski 1951 Musician Virg.. 4 Leon Kozicki 1930 7-19-17 Bandleader / Musician / IPA Chicago 4 Dave “Scrubby” Seweryniak 1948 7-22-16 Musician / Vocalist (Dynatones) N.Y. 5 Mary Ann Kroll Musician / Vocalist (Accordion) Cleveland 5 Mike Costa 1961 Musician / Vocalist / Arranger N.J. 6 Larry Placek Former D.J. Pa./Ga. 6 Steve Litwin Concertina / Journalist N.Y. 6 Tom Frydryk Musician / Vocalist (EFO)- Mass., Fla. 6 Dennis Polisky 1959 Bandleader / Musician / Arranger Conn. 7 Gil Yurus Former Polka D.J.- Pa. 9 Jack Tady 1938 Bandleader / Musician / D.J. Pa. 10 Steve Okon Musician Conn. 11 Cousin Ozzie (Dick Ozimek) 1937 Musician / DJ. / I.J. Fla. 12 Eddie Blazonczyk Sr 1941 5-21-12 Bandleader / Vocalist / D.J. / Promoter Chicago 12 Paul Konkus 1944 Musician / Vocalist / D. J. Pa. 13 Stas Golonka 1944 Bandleader / Vocalist Chicago 13 Eddie Liszewski 1931 1-26-12 Bandleader / Musician / D.J. Creekside, Pa. 13 Terry Narvey 1948 Musician (Drummer)-(Corsairs) Dubois, Pa. 14 Freddy Guszevich 1960 Musician / Vocalist (Polka Family) Pa. 15 Polka Man Jack Baciewski Musician / D.J. / I.J. Conn. 15 Wally Dombrowski Musician / Vocalist / Arranger (PCM Conn. 17 Wayne Sienkowski 1959 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist (Ampol-Aires) Chicago 17 Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. 1967 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist Chicago 18 Don Lucki 1933 12-21-06 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist / DJ-(Naturals) Chicago 19 Wesoly Bolek (Bill Borek) 1941 6-12-06 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist / D.J. Fla., R.I.. 20 Emil Simodejka 1930 7-12-12 Vocalist (Joe Misti Band) Minersville, Pa. 21 Joe Macielag 1935 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist Buffalo 22 Roman (Travers) Truskolaski 1928 Musician / Vocalist / Arranger (Ampol-Aires) Chicago 22 Joey K. Kozenko 1935 Former Polka D.J. (WQTW Radio) Latrobe. Pa.. 26 Bud Hundenski 1944 1-23-16 Bandleader / Musician (Corsairs) Pittsburgh 26 Tom Lipchinski 1957 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist (Dynasonics) Pa. 26 Paul Hapawski 1960 Musician Pa. 26 Dr. Joe Binkiewicz Musician Ohio 26 Karen Olszewski Musician / Vocalist Conn. 27 Eddie Noga 1922 5-18-16 Musician (Li’l Wally & Li’l Richard) Chicago 27 John Gora 1959 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist /Promoter Fort Erie 27 Polka Chet Kuklewich 1940 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist N.J. 28 Frank Yankovic 1915 10-14-98 Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist Cleveland 29 Happy Adolph Kurdyla 9-9-98 Polka Promoter N.J. 30 Bob Sendra 1943 Drummer (Original Versatones) Chicago 30 Dave Gawronski Bandleader / Musician / Vocalist Buffalo

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50th Anniversary A GOOD OL’ SUMMERTIME International Polka Association ar ty Convention & Festival ka P & Awards Banquet Pol From Traverse City, Michigan, The Polka Family Band Labor Day Weekend August 31st thru SunDAY September 2nd BOX ON 2018 and Buffalo’s Award-winning July 29, 2018 Dynamic Polka Band Millennium Hotel Buffalo Doors open at 1:00 p.m. 2040 Walden Avenue Cheektowaga, NY 14225 SPECIAL DELIVERY (716) 681-2400 www.millenniumhotels.com/buffalo Music 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. Featuring 12 of the nations top Polka Bands! Admission Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push Jackie Libera & The Classix $12.00 Advance At the beautiful and spacious Special Delivery IPA Tribute Band Eddie Forman Orchestra $15.00 at the Door Polka Country Musicians Ray Jay & The Carousels Phocus The Boys The Knewz The Project The KOSMIX NO BYOB Fontana’s Grove Food and Drinks will be 2299 Clinton St. Make plans now to attend! For info, Contact the IPA available for purchase Buffalo, New York 14206 1-800-TO-POLKA www.ipapolkas.com www.facebook.com/ipapolkas For tickets and reservations call Ted (716) 668-9101 20 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • JULY 2018 Reflections Anniversary at PNA 122 Brings Back Memories by Walter Wasacz and nights on the dance floor or on Award, the same award given his table with Mayor Karen Majewski. the stage, in between sets by what- father Mitchell Odrobina in 1985. Thaddeus Radzilowski of the HAMTRAMCK, Mich. — My ever band was playing or after pre- Paul’s mother, Casmira, also re- Piast Institute gave a brief history attachment to Polish National Alli- sentations by speakers. ceived many awards from the PNA. of the PNA in Hamtramck. Cur- ance Council 122 is both personal In the 1970s, with some Ham- His parents and mine were part of rent Lodge 1758 president Stella and sentimental. tramck rock and roll friends, I a leadership generation that helped Szczesny and Paul Odrobina shared Growing up, I spent many days helped stage a new wave dance sustain Polish American community the podium before Paul said a few party in the big hall, which was also life in Hamtramck in the latter half words after receiving the award. used for big showcase events when of the 20th century. The crowd was impressive. the Metro Times was programming Paul’s sister Michelle Odrobina, Nearly every table was completely One of several anniversary des- serts. its Blowout festival in the city. a longtime journalist who still lives filled with guests and the bar was My mother, Helen Wasacz, was in Hamtramck, was there, as was busy before dinner was served. Des- It refers to a traditional Polish active in the organization for de- Barbara Gronet, a former colleague sert included cake decorated with song that is commonly sung at birth- cades, remaining vice president of at the Citizen newspaper. I shared a the words “Sto lat!” day parties and was perfect for a cel- Lodge 1758 until her death in 2012. ebration like this one. Translated it These thoughts accompanied goes like this: me as I walked to the PNA Hall a “100 years, 100 years, few weeks ago for the local coun- May you live for 100 years. cil’s 100th anniversary banquet and Once again, once again, awards program. May you live for 100 years!” The sentimental and the real It is meant to stay in your head came together when I saw Paul and your heart long after the party Odrobina, a past president of Coun- is over. cil 122 and Lodge 1758, and former Hamtramck native Walter Wa- director of the national PNA orga- sacz is a freelance writer, colum- nization in Chicago, where he now nist, editor, musical collaborator, lives. Odrobina was also a member and consultant based in Detroit. of the Hamtramck city council for He writes a bimonthly column in 18 years. a chronicle of his adventures lived At the banquet he received the close to home. The timeless art deco lodge sign. Gold Cross of the Legion of Honor Guests enjoying each other’s company.

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