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Published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal non-profit association Vol. LXVII HE No.KRAINIAN 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 EEKLY$1.25/$2 in Ukraine T U Kuchma Wand Symonenko International and domestic observers to face off on November 14 say presidential voting was free and fair by Roman Woronowycz unsealed, state militia too involved in the by Roman Woronowycz parliamentary elections in 1998. Kyiv Press Bureau registration and counting of ballots, and Kyiv Press Bureau The CEC said that 3.95 percent of the voting officials refusing to admit observers ballots were invalidated because they were KYIV – International and domestic and journalists into voting precincts, they KYIV – Although almost entirely improperly filled out, and that 1.8 percent election observer groups announced on agreed that the irregularities did not affect locked out in the east, overwhelming elec- of voters who claimed ballots at polling November 1 that voting on election day the final outcome. toral support in the western regions of stations decided to vote for nobody. was relatively free and fair, but under- More than 500 international election Ukraine allowed President Leonid In a reversal of his fortunes in the 1994 scored that major violations of commonly observers and some 16,000 domestic moni- Kuchma to take more than a third of the elections, the president showed the most accepted democratic election processes tors watched the October 31 polling to popular vote in the October 31 presidential strength in the western regions. In 1994 the had occurred in the pre-election campaign determine whether the elections were free election, far ahead of the 12 other candi- west voted heavily against him, favoring season. and fair. Incumbent President Leonid dates. Because he failed to reach the Leonid Kravchuk, then the incumbent. Mr. Although several organizations identi- Kuchma received nearly 37 percent of vote, threshold of 50 percent plus one vote, Kuchma had spent much time in the fied blatant violations at some voting sufficient for a comfortable first-place fin- however, he will face second-place finish- Ternopil, Zakarpattia and Lviv oblasts in er Petro Symonenko of the Communist precincts, such as people voting twice, vot- ish, but not enough to avoid a November 14 the months before election day, and it Party in a run-off slated for November 14. ing urns arriving at territorial voting centers run-off with second-place finisher Petro seems his efforts paid off. Symonenko of the Communist Party, who On November 1, with 99.9 percent of In both Ternopil and Ivano-Frankivsk was supported by 22 percent of Ukraine’s the vote counted, Ukraine’s Central some 70 percent of voters supported the voters. Election Commission announced that Mr. incumbent, while in Lviv that number was While explaining that the many minor Kuchma had gathered 36.48 percent of the only slightly less, 64 percent. UNA awards violations that occurred were substantially vote, followed by Mr. Symonenko with Also unlike in 1994, President Kuchma insignificant, many of the 37 foreign 22.24 percent. The results show that the did very poorly in the heavily populated observer organizations underscored that president took 17 of the 25 regions of eastern and southern regions. He took a 171 scholarships pre-election campaign tactics, especially by Ukraine, while Mr. Symonenko won five single oblast, barely managing a majority PARSIPPANY, N.J. – The Ukrainian the current administration, had impeded cit- oblasts and Crimea. Socialist Party candi- National Association has awarded $27,900 in his home region of Dnipropetrovsk. The izens’ rights to information on the candi- date Oleksander Moroz received a majori- other eight oblasts and Crimea were divid- in scholarships for the 1999-2000 academic dates prior to the vote. ty in two oblasts and Progressive Socialist year, plus an additional $6,000 from spe- ed among the three leftist candidates who “The election is taking place under diffi- Natalia Vitrenko took one. Mr. Moroz and followed Mr. Kuchma in the final tally. cial scholarship funds established by sepa- cult conditions at a crucial time. The elec- Ms. Vitrenko each received just over 11 rate benefactors. Two days after the results were tallied, tion campaign is of concern,” said Amy percent of the electoral vote. the president dismissed his regional heads Meeting at the UNA Corporate Jones of the Council of Europe, which had On a clear and warm autumn day, voters Headquarters, the UNA Scholarship in two eastern oblasts, Kirovohrad and turned out in large numbers, but the local Poltava, as well as the Vinnytsia Oblast Committee, consisting of UNA Treasurer (Continued on page 6) election precincts were prepared for them Stefan Kaczaraj, UNA Auditor Yaroslav leader. Vinnytsia was one of only two cen- and the voters were able to cast their bal- Zaviysky and UNA Advisor Vasyl Luchkiv, tral regions (Mykolaiv Oblast was the lots in minutes. There were few problems, reviewed a total of 171 applications from other) where the president couldn’t claim a and the thousands of foreign and domestic undergraduate students who are members victory. election observers located throughout all of the UNA. Ukrainian organizations Oleksander Martynenko, the president’s of the oblasts of Ukraine recorded no In keeping with a decision of the UNA press spokesman, confirmed that the fir- major voting irregularities, although minor General Assembly, the scholarship applica- ings were directly related to the president’s benefit from CBS funds violations abounded. tion and granting processes were simplified. by R.L. Chomiak poor showing in those oblasts. With 69.82 percent of the electorate vot- Scholarships were awarded as follows: 47 “The support the president received in Special to The Ukrainian Weekly ing, the turnout was higher than the 68 per- freshmen received awards of $100 each; 44 these regions in the election reflects the cent recorded in the 1994 presidential elec- sophomores received $150 each; 35 juniors WASHINGTON – More than 20 (Continued on page 5) received $200 each; and 34 seniors Ukrainian civic, religious and cultural tions and the 64 percent that cast ballots in received $250 each. organizations have benefited financially Krystina Hawryluk (UNA Branch 349), from the funds CBS paid to settle a case ELECTION RESULTS AS OF NOVEMBER 1 FROM 27 REGIONAL 20, of Manville, N.J., a junior at in which the network depicted Ukrainians DISTRICTS WITH 99.9 PERCENT OF THE RESULTS RETURNED Georgetown University in Washington who as anti-Semites during a “60 Minutes” segment about Ukraine titled “The Ugly is majoring in biology and minoring in psy- There are 37.5 million registered voters in Ukraine. In this election, 26.296 million chology, received the top award of $2,000, Face of Freedom.” received ballots, or 70.17 percent of the total registered. Of those that received ballots, the Joseph and Dora Galandiuk Three Ukrainian American attorneys, 26.283 million voted. Scholarship. Arthur Belendiuk of Washington, Bohdanna Pochoday of Chatham, N.J., Other top students chosen by the UNA Candidate Votes received % of votes cast Scholarship Committee for special and Askold Lozynskyj of New York City, awards are: donated the legal fees CBS paid them as Leonid Kuchma 9,587,575 36.48 • Maryana German (Branch 277), 19, part of the settlement to 23 organizations. Petro Symonenko 5,846,171 22.24 born in Ukraine and now a resident of Mr. Lozynskyj donated his entire fee Oleksander Moroz 2,969,205 11.30 Unionville, Conn., a sophomore majoring of $50,000 to the Million Dollar Fund of Natalia Vitrenko 2,885,010 10.98 in journalism and minoring in international the Ukrainian Congress Committee of Yevhen Marchuk 2,137,247 8.13 relations at the University of Nevada in America, which he heads. Yurii Kostenko 570,477 2.17 Among the organizations receiving Reno, who was awarded the Vera Stangl Hennadii Udovenko 319,491 1.22 Scholarship in the amount of $750; and donations from Mr. Belendiuk (a total of Vasyl Onopenko 123,901 0.47 • Orysia Duplak (UNA Branch 39), $50,000) and Ms. Pochoday ($18,500) 21, of Camillus, N.Y., a senior majoring were the United Ukrainian American Oleksander Rzhavskyi 96,418 0.37 in economics and finance at Le Moyne Relief Committee, the Ukrainian National Yurii Karmazin 90,449 0.34 College in Syracuse, N.Y., who was Foundation (an arm of the Ukrainian Vitalii Kononov 76,734 0.29 awarded the Joseph Wolk Scholarship in National Association), the Ukrainian Oleksander Bazyliuk 35,975 0.14 the sum of $750. National Women’s League of America, Mykola Haber 31,756 0.12 Five scholarships for students from New The Ukrainian Museum, the Ukrainian Number of voters that did not support any candidate: 476,184 or 1.81 percent. (Continued on page 7) (Continued on page 5) 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

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Assassination attempt against Kuchma Council, Anatoliy Kulik, on November 1. Helsinki Commission chairman cites National Deputy Serhii Teriokhin said “the KYIV – “The Security Service of decrease in influence was a result of the repressive policies in Uzbekistan Ukraine was able to prevent a threat against signing and ratification of a Ukrainian- by Chadwich R. Gore tion of society, economic collapse and President Kuchma from being carried out,” Russian agreement and other documents.” chaos.” stated the SSU’s chief, Leonid Derkach, He added that, “by continuing tight eco- WASHINGTON – “Since mid-1992 He continued: “76 percent of the popula- adding that the day before President Leonid nomic relations with Russia, Ukraine is Uzbekistan has been one of the most repres- tion of Uzbekistan is satisfied with the gov- Kuchma’s trip to the Sumy Oblast local law doing everything to isolate itself from sive new independent states under President ernment’s job. ... They see that all institu- enforcement authorities received informa- Europe.” (Eastern Economist) Islam Karimov,” said Commission on tions of statehood and government are func- tion that a group planned to assassinate the president on October 29. This was the first Vitrenko will sue Ukrainian media Security and Cooperation in Europe tioning and providing them whatever the confirmed case of a planned attempt on the Chairman Rep. Christopher H. Smith (R- state should provide to its citizens. ... The president’s life. (Eastern Economist) KYIV – The Progressive Socialist Party N.J.) on October 18 at a commission hear- people also see that they have been freed ing on “The State of Democratization and is preparing to sue several media represen- from the shackles of the state economy. tatives, said presidential candidate Natalia Human Rights in Uzbekistan.” Top presidential candidates trade jabs ...The people also see that now, at last, for Vitrenko. She added that the newspapers “There are no registered opposition par- the first time this century, they are genuine- KYIV – President Leonid Kuchma said Den, Holos Ukrainy and Kievski ties, all media are tightly censored, and ly free to travel abroad. ... Both individuals on October 28 that “there is no significant Viedomosti will be sued. In addition, Ms. there are no independent human rights and ethnic groups are free to leave the difference between” his two closest rivals Vitrenko is preparing to sue Viacheslav monitoring organizations,” said Rep. Smith. country, should they so desire.” for the presidency, Petro Symonenko and Pikhovschek, host of “Studio 1+1’s” “Religious liberty has also been chal- “Although Uzbekistan is not fully demo- Natalia Vitrenko, the Associated Press “Epicenter” debates program and lenged. While for the most part the Jewish cratic in the sense that the West understands reported. Mr. Kuchma said they “both pro- Oleksander Rodnianskyi, producer of community has not encountered difficul- it, although mistakes have been done, fess the same ideology, which is dangerous “Studio 1+1,” in connection to the situation ties from government bodies, and although plenty of shortcomings still exist, for the country.” Mr. Symonenko, the leader that surrounded the debates. “This scandal President Karimov has pursued good rela- it is certainly the freest system under which of the Communist Party, asked “why is the deserves international resonance,” said Ms. tions with Israel, Evangelical Christian Uzbeks have ever lived.” Ambassador present-day dictatorship of bandits better Vitrenko. She also charged that Leonid denominations have faced official harass- Safaev stated. “And [the] nation is firmly than the upcoming dictatorship of the prole- Kuchma and Petro Symonenko made a ment. Moreover, a crackdown on Islamic committed to the further strengthening of tariat?” Ms. Vitrenko advocates Marxist secret agreement. “Symonenko will lose on believers has been under way since 1997. secular democracy and [the] free market.” economics and wants to break relations purpose in the second round of the election, That has been documented in the State Cassandra Cavanaugh, researcher for with the International Monetary Fund. Mr. and receive for this certain preferences,” Department’s Human Rights Report and Human Rights Watch/Helsinki, presented a Symonenko and Ms. Vitrenko were expect- said Ms. Vitrenko. (Eastern Economist) many reports by non-governmental human very different perspective: “By the fall of ed to battle for second place behind Young people are leaving Ukraine rights groups. Uzbekistan is scheduled to 1998, ... some have estimated that over 80 Kuchma in the October 31 election. hold parliamentary elections in December percent of all working mosques were (RFE/RL Newsline) and a presidential election in January 2000 KYIV – In the course of five to 10 years closed.” Ukraine may become a pensioners’ country, against this general background,” he Candidates complain of violations “We see the following pattern of human said the president of Ukraine’s Renaissance noted. rights violations: Arrests are clearly dis- KYIV – The organizations of several Fund, Dmytro Nazarkevych. According to Commission member Rep. Joseph R. criminatory, based on evidence of piety candidates reported violations of election Mr. Nazarkevych, a steady flight of youth Pitts (R-Pa.) commented, “From my travels, such as beard-wearing (now extremely regulations and dirty tricks on October 31, to foreign countries is now being experi- I saw that the fear of Islamic extremism is uncommon), regular attendance at suspect the Associated Press reported. The UNIAN enced, since economic conditions in the one of the main motivating factors behind mosques or individual prayer or Koranic news agency reported that in the eastern West are better, and the education Ukrainian the Uzbek government’s crackdown on all study alone or in groups. Police often plant coal mining city of Donetsk a leaflet was youths receive is better, giving them an religious groups ... However, fear does not evidence which forms the basis for initial distributed claiming that President Leonid advantage over young workers abroad. If absolve governments of their responsibili- charges: small amounts of narcotics, ammu- Kuchma had died of a heart attack and had real measures in support of young entrepre- ties to protect the rights of citizens to reli- nition, or increasingly, banned religious lit- been replaced by a double so that his “crim- neurship are not taken soon, Ukraine will gious liberty ... By prohibiting unregistered erature, or a combination. The authorities inal entourage” would remain in power. soon experience a lack of productive young religious gatherings and criminalizing free act as hostage-takers, arresting family mem- Although election advertisements and com- people, said Mr. Nazarkevych. (Eastern religious speech, Uzbekistan violates its bers or occupying family homes to coerce mercials are banned 24 hours before the Economist) OSCE [Organization for Security and the appearance of a wanted person. Family vote, the state-run UT-2 television channel Cooperation in Europe] commitments to members have also been sentenced to on October 31 showed footage of a National free press center set up religious liberty and free expression.” Kuchma speech that was followed by a prison terms solely on the basis of their KYIV – Based on a Cabinet of Ministers “No democratic state can ever justify affiliation with suspected religious figures.” message that read “Vote for your Future.” what reliable reports tell us about continu- In the run-up to the election, Mr. Kuchma is decree, a National Agency for Free Press is “From beginning to end,” she continued, to be instituted. This decision was made in ing torture, extorted confessions or the “the right to a fair hearing is violated, with said to have received more coverage in the planting of false evidence. Even in circum- electronic media than the 12 other candi- order to enhance the information service to accused persons most often deprived of the other countries about the processes that are stances where a genuine threat exists to the dates combined. (RFE/RL Newsline) right to counsel, held in incommunicado currently taking place in Ukraine. Valerii well-being of the state, rule of law and due detention and tortured. There are increasing Yurchenko was appointed director general process norms must be followed in order to Russian media in Ukrainian elections reports of deaths in detention. Being of the new organization. (Eastern ensure that human rights are protected,” he accused is usually tantamount to being con- KYIV – The influence of Russian media Economist) said. victed, as the presumption of evidence is on Ukraine’s presidential election was Rep. Pitts concluded, “The current gov- entirely lacking.” much less visible than in the presidential Hryvnia slides against dollar ernment policy of violating human rights of Alarmingly, she noted, “The government election of 1994, despite the fact that the Uzbek citizens is an obstacle that must be presence of Russian media in Ukraine has KYIV – The hryvnia fell to about 4.85 to is building what can only be described as a the dollar on October 28 from 4.7 the previ- overcome. Uzbekistan’s full potential can- concentration camp reportedly exclusively increased since then, said the deputy secre- not be realized until these human rights for Muslim prisoners at Jaslyk, in the eco- tary of the National Security and Defense (Continued on page 26) issues are dealt with in a constructive and logical disaster zone of the Ust-Yurt just way.” plateau. According to the Human Rights John Beyrle, deputy to the ambassador- Society of Uzbekistan, there have been at FOUNDED 1933 at-large and special advisor to the secretary least 38 deaths in custody in this facility.” of state for the new independent states, tes- “The U.S. should move beyond talking HE KRAINIAN EEKLY tified that “Uzbekistan has shown little about the threat of terrorism not justifying TAn English-languageU newspaperW published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., progress in democratization. The U.S. will repression. ... Recent experience shows that a non-profit association, at 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. likely discourage other governments and the threat of sanctions can bring about Yearly subscription rate: $50; for UNA members — $40. the OSCE field missions from monitoring change. ... 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Special to The Ukrainian Weekly those policies is just woefully lacking right Kyiv Press Bureau Mr. Poliudonii explained that Ukraine now.” fell seven places in the last year, and that WASHINGTON – Both the Ukrainian The reason the government’s privatiza- KYIV – An international non-govern- in his analysis of the report, Ukraine’s government and U.S. investors must be tion program “is ballyhooed but not imple- mental organization that monitors levels drop was due to “objective reasons” and willing to make some serious commitments mented,” Mr. Bihun said – underscoring of corruption has identified Ukraine not the addition of 15 countries to the if they truly intend to build a mutually ben- that this is strictly his personal opinion – “is among the 14 most corrupt countries of list, up from the 84 that the rating cov- eficial economic relationship. simply because the main reason for privati- the world. ered in 1998. He said most of the new- Both sides want this, according to zation right now is to collect money to fill Transparency International, headquar- comers to the list were rated worse than Andrew Bihun, who spent the last four the coffers of the budget, which is on the tered in Berlin, released its annual cor- Ukraine. years heading the U.S. Embassy’s Foreign margins of constant, perpetual deficit, ruption perceptions index (CPI) on The Transparency International rating Commercial Service in Ukraine, but neither instead of privatization being motivated by October 26, which this year rated 99 is used by many international businesses side has thus far done all that it could and the need to create an atmosphere of capital countries according to the way they are to determine the business climate in a should to bring it about. formation.” perceived by international businesses. country before making a financial invest- The Ukrainian government must finally Mr. Bihun stressed that Ukraine should Ukraine came in 75th, tied with ment. get serious about executing structural take a “Western business vector” and “glob- Moldova, Venezuela and Vietnam, which Mr. Poliudonii said that Transparency reforms and privatization programs, he alize” its economy – similar to the Western all had a rating of 2.6, in a 1-10 rating International does not reveal the criteria said, and U.S. companies must approach orientation of its foreign policy. system, with 10 indicating no corruption. it uses in developing its index, but notes their involvement in Ukraine with all of the If Ukraine does not globalize its econo- Denmark for the second year running that the rating is based on scores devel- seriousness that its potential deserves. my, even to the limited extent of linking was cited as the least corrupt country on oped in consultation with private busi- Mr. Bihun gave his analysis of the eco- itself with Eastern Europe, if not Western the globe, while Nigeria and Cameroon nomic situation in Ukraine and the future of nesses and with other international non- Europe and the United States, and instead attained the dubious distinction of being U.S-Ukraine business relations on October governmental organizations (NGOs). focuses its economic ties on its former most corrupt. Canada came in fifth and 15 at the Johns Hopkins University School Although no information was avail- Soviet neighbors, he said, then even under the United States was listed as 18th. of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). able for this year, in last year’s rating, the best of conditions there will be no Ukraine fared worse than such coun- The Friday Evening Forum was sponsored reports by organizations such as the improvement in the quality levels of its tries as Columbia, South Korea, India by The Washington Group and the SAIS World Bank, Gallup International, the products, services, telecommunications, and Guatemala, although it did better Russian and East European Studies pro- World Economic Forum and the Harvard accommodations, etc. than Russia, which placed 82nd. gram. Institute for International Development “The economy may survive, it may even “This is a very, very sad rating,” said Mr. Bihun pointed out that the needs were among the sources of information grow,” he said, “but unless the sights are set Mykola Poliudonii, director of Clean of the two sides complement each other. on being Western-like .... quality improve- Hands, the international group’s (Continued on page 10) Ukraine needs to stimulate economic ments will leave a lot to be desired.” growth, create more jobs and enlarge its He also suggested that more emphasis middle class so that it can bridge the should be given to business education in huge gap between the country’s rich and order to develop a highly skilled economic poor. U.S. investors, for their part, want BUSINESS IN BRIEF their share of Ukraine’s expanding mar- and political leadership in the country. ket and to use their presence there as a Changes in the tax policy could be used to base for expanding their business activi- encourage private support for business 44 percent of computers not Y2K compatible ties within Eastern Europe and the coun- schools, he added. KYIV – Some 44 percent of computers in Ukraine should be replaced or upgraded tries of the former Soviet Union, as well How Ukraine will tackle these problem with special controllers. This was stated by the seventh sitting of the state commission as, ultimately, with Western Europe, the areas will, of course, greatly depend on who Near East and Asia – especially if is elected president in the coming election, for preventing and eliminating possible negative consequences of the Y2K computer Ukraine gets its agricultural house in Mr. Bihun said. In general, though, much problem. The Institute of Cybernetics has developed software and is ready to distribute order. will depend on the new president’s appoint- it. (Eastern Economist) ments to key economic Cabinet and adviso- Bringing these needs together, however, Russian oil prices rise in Ukraine he added, will require a lot of effort. ry positions and the relationship the new “U.S. (business) actions to satisfy these administration develops with the KYIV – According to the UkrNaftoKhimPererobka report, the price of Russian oil needs will not be taken unless there is clear Parliament. supplied to Ukraine’s refineries in October went up from $125 to $ 135 (U.S.) per ton. evidence of Ukrainian government actions “Unless the administration and Cabinet The price of domestic oil remained the same, at 395 hrv per ton. Wholesale prices of implementing investment policies, backed of Ministers know how to play that instru- domestic oil refineries did not change in October. As of October 25, the price of diesel by a solid governmental commitment, to ment called the Verkhovna Rada, then fuel was between 1,111 hrv and 1,150 hrv per ton. The price of A-76 gasoline ranged create an atmosphere for capital creation in you’re not going to have much motion from 1,551 hrv to 1,556 hrv per ton, while A-95 gasoline was from 1,700 hrv to 1,934 the country,” he said. toward reforms,” he said. hrv per ton. Two of Ukraine’s refineries, those in Lysychansk and Kherson, were idle “On the other hand,” he added, Mr. Bihun also listed a number of rec- due to a shortage of oil. (Eastern Economist) “Ukrainian government actions to satisfy ommendations for U.S. firms interested in their particular needs will not be taken doing business in Ukraine: Ukraine plans to develop intelligence satellites unless there is clear evidence that large-size • Be prepared with up-to-date informa- KYIV – Ukraine plans the development and construction of intelligence satellites, foreign investment will be forthcoming. tion, not just on the economy, but on politi- according to the deputy general director of the Ukrainian National Space Agency, And we hope that a good dose of (invest- cal and in other areas as well. Valerii Komarov. The major obstacle for implementation of this program is a lack of ments) – if they are forthcoming – will be • Send the A or B management team, and funds, since $100 million (U.S.) is needed to create one such a satellite, said Mr. from the United States.” not the C or D team; they have to be sharp Komarov, speaking on October 28. He added that Ukraine possesses all the land-based Based on four years of observations, Mr. to succeed. structures needed to control and operate the satellites. (Eastern Economist) Bihun made a number of recommendations (Continued on page 16) about what the Ukrainian government and UkrZaliznytsia receives new loan the business community should do to help themselves and each other. KYIV – The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development will provide He suggested that the Ukrainian govern- Ukraine with a $51.88 million (U.S.) loan to finance the development of Ukraine’s rail- ment make improvements in the following roads. According to the Foreign Affairs Ministry press service, the project envisages problem areas: modernization of the railroad infrastructure at the Lviv-Kyiv section, which is part of • the slow pace of privatization, especial- the European transport corridor. The implementation of this project will enable ly of large enterprises; Ukraine’s railroad carrier, UkrZaliznytsia, to substantially increase the density of freight • very little industrial restructuring; traffic due to increased speed and improved safety. This is the second project prepared • an unwieldy government apparatus; by Ukraine jointly with the EBRD this year. (Eastern Economist) • a narrow tax base resulting from the high levels of taxation; Utel must be sold to meet anticipated revenues • over-regulation of the economy; KYIV – The government will not be able to receive a planned amount of 2.5 billion • “significant” levels of corruption; and hrv from privatization in 2000 unless it sells the closed joint venture stock company, • an unreformed “and, some say, unre- Utel, a long-distance telecommunications company in which the state is the majority formable,” agricultural sector. shareholder, stated the chairman of the State Property Fund, Oleksander Bondar. “These factors have caused over half of “Without selling Utel stock, this target is unrealistic and the draft budget should be the economy to operate informally or on the changed,” he stated. The Cabinet of Ministers will make another effort to get the shadow economy,” to which the govern- Verkhovna Rada’s approval for the sale of Utel stock in November. Mr. Bondar noted ment budget has no access, Mr. Bihun said. that national deputies feel reluctant to include UkrTeleKom, the state-owned telecom- “The most fundamental obstacle to munications equipment company, on the Privatization List for 2000. “It will be neces- developing a sound business environment sary to lower the planned amount of funds received from privatization, since it will be is still a lack of a dedicated, comprehensive impossible to find a replacement for UkrTeleKom, which stock is priced at 700 million policy commitment to stimulating invest- hrv,” said Mr. Bondar. Total funds received since the beginning of this year from privati- ment.” There has been “a lot of lip service” on the subject, from the president on down, Andrew Bihun (Continued on page 11) 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

Leonid Kuchma Petro Symonenko Oleksander Moroz Natalia Vitrenko Yevhen Marchuk Communist Party Socialist Party Progressive Socialist Party

Yurii Kostenko Hennadii Udovenko Vasyl Onopenko Oleksander Rzhavskyi Yurii Karmazin Rukh II Rukh Party Social Democratic Party One Family Party Defenders of the Homeland

Vitalii Kononov Oleksander Bazyliuk Mykola Haber Withdrew candidacies before election day: Green Party Slavic Party Patriotic Party Oleksander Tkachenko, Peasant Party, and Volodymyr Oliinyk. UKRAINE’S PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS: THE WINNERS BY OBLAST

Oblast Winning candidate Total votes Winner’s votes Winner’s % of total

Crimea Symonenko 898,118 337,878 37.62 Vinnytsia Moroz 1,061,785 359,306 33.84 Volyn Kuchma 608,238 313,193 51.49 Dnipropetrovsk Kuchma 1,932,953 756,148 39.12 Donetsk Symonenko 2,434,445 959,139 39.4 Zhytomyr Kuchma 823,703 254,751 30.93 Zakarpattia Kuchma 544,086 296,878 54.56 Zaporizhia Symonenko 1,024,290 316,002 30.85 Ivano-Frankivsk Kuchma 810,624 570,541 70.38 Kyiv Kuchma 1,041,428 380,067 36.49 Kirovohrad Symonenko 651,702 182,666 28.03 Luhansk Symonenko 1,351,906 637,490 47.15 Lviv Kuchma 1,579,940 1,012,067 64.06 Mykolaiv Kuchma 646,550 217,510 33.64 Odesa Kuchma 1,060,355 390,207 36.8 Poltava Moroz 1,009,038 264,063 26.17 Rivne Kuchma 654,643 299,201 45.77 Sumy Vitrenko 822,723 243,498 29.6 Ternopil Kuchma 715,480 496,384 69.38 Kharkiv Symonenko 1,560,733 512,994 32.87 Kherson Symonenko 621,346 218,125 35.11 Khmelnytskyi Kuchma 882,522 266,963 30.25 Cherkasy Kuchma 846,176 174,615 20.64 Zhenya Savilov Chernivtsi Kuchma 467,866 238,628 51 Chernihiv Kuchma 792,539 202,640 25.57 Petro Symonenko, leader of the Communist Party of Kyiv City Kuchma 1,252,872 486,887 38.86 Ukraine and a presidential candidate, leaves a voting Sevastopol Kuchma 165,266 57,037 34.51 booth at a polling station in Kyiv on October 31. Mr. Out-of-country Kuchma 23,178 12,516 54 Symonenko will face incumbent Leonid Kuchma in the runoff election on November 14. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 5

AN OBLAST-BY-OBLAST LOOK AT UKRAINE’S PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS

Volyn Rivne Chernihiv

Sumy Zhytomyr

Kyiv Lviv Poltava Kharkiv Ternopil Luhansk Khmelnytskyi Cherkasy Ivano- Vinnytsia Frankivsk

Zakarpattia Kirovohrad Dnipropetrovsk Chernivtsi Donetsk

Odesa Mykolaiv Zaporizhia

Kherson

Kuchma

Symonenko Crimea Moroz

Vitrenko

comings in a run-off with a Communist lesser presidential pretenders, most of Mr. Moroz, who as the third-place finish- Kuchma and Symonenko... who proposes radical and uncertain whom received less than 1 percent of the er would move into the run-off in such a (Continued from page 1) changes. vote, would line up behind the incumbent. scenario. There is a good deal of specula- performance of the local administration The Kuchma campaign had directed The strongest finishers on the right – tion on the left that Mr. Moroz, even with its sharpest volleys at the Kaniv Four, a Yevhen Marchuk, who was aligned with his relatively poor showing in the first heads,” explained Mr. Martynenko. group ideologically much closer to the the predominantly leftist Kaniv Four group round, could beat the president in a run- Another surprise in this election was the president. and took 8.13 percent of the vote, and Yurii off. Mr. Moroz said that a victory by Mr. poor showing by Ms. Vitrenko. Polls had During a press conference after the Kostenko of the splinter Rukh organiza- Symonenko over the president “is possi- indicated that she would finish a strong results were announced Mr. Kuchma said tion, who managed only 2.17 percent – ble in principle.” second behind the incumbent president, the first round had ended as he had expect- were unabashedly anti-Kuchma in their Ms. Vitrenko, the other major leftist but she managed only a poor third and ed. “Yet, I cannot relax. On the contrary I pre-election rhetoric, to such an extent that candidate, said she would support the received barely 11 percent support, far must concentrate on the remaining days [to experts believe it will be difficult for them Communist candidate only if she were below the 17 to 18 percent she had been the run-off],” said the president. to endorse Mr. Kuchma in the November assured the post of prime minister. She expected to garner. Mr. Kuchma also invited defeated presi- 14 run-off. Both candidates also have said gave Mr. Symonenko until November 7 to Neither the bombastic and controversial dential candidates and political parties they would not support the Communists in put it in writing. Ms. Vitrenko, who had said during her from the democratic camps to join him in any case. “By the appointment of Natalia campaign that she would send many of the the run-off. He said that his “doors are On the left, Mr. Moroz said on Vitrenko to the office of prime minister we current government leaders to work in ura- open” and expressed hope that many of his November 2 that he is negotiating with wish to guarantee society the prevention of nium mines after her victory, nor most of competitors would now become his allies. Mr. Symonenko on an endorsement. He mistakes previously made by the the other defeated candidates had much to So far, none of the defeated candidates downplayed rumors that the talks con- Communist Party,” read a statement issued say after the results were in. have thrown their support to the victor, cerned the possibility that Mr. by the Central Committee of Ms. President Kuchma met briefly with tele- although it is expected that many of the Symonenko might step down in favor of Vitrenko’s Progressive Socialist Party. vision journalists on November 1 to thank his supporters, and to note that he was pleased that the first round finally was and this significant response helped CBS that told CBS, “If you do this, we will over. Ukrainian organizations... see the seriousness of the case and realize fight,” he said. “I am happy that the days of the dirty (Continued from page 1) that the entire community was outraged CBS did not want to admit that it campaigns are finally over,” said Mr. Institute of America, The Washington by its broadcast. injured Ukrainians by branding them col- Kuchma. “I am confident of that. This will Group, Ukrainian Churches (both Catholic Mr. Belendiuk had special praise for lectively as anti-Semitic. However, when be preserved for history as an example of and Orthodox), youth organizations (Plast Larysa Fontana and the Ukrainian the network, with its powerful legal team, how one should not run a campaign race.” and SUM), the U.S.-Ukraine Foundation, American Community Network that she lost on the court of appeals level, it was He had good words for his Communist the Ukrainian Free University Foundation, heads in Washington. He termed her chal- embarrassed and finally agreed to settle opponent in the upcoming run-off, which as well as veterans’, professional and busi- lenge of a license for a CBS affiliate sta- with the Ukrainian American appellants. was a bit of a change for a candidate who ness associations. tion and the activities of her small activist Mr. Belendiuk is a partner in the had aggressively attacked most of the left- Ms. Pochoday and Mr. Belendiuk group “very instrumental” in getting the Washington firm of Smithwick & ist challengers he found politically most wrote a total of 27 checks in amounts network to agree that its program injured Belendiuk, P.C., and his specialty is com- threatening. He said that Mr. Symonenko ranging from $1,000 to $6,000. Some Ukrainians. munications law that includes broadcasting. and the Communist Party had “carried on organizations received donations from He also mentioned the help of Ms. Pochoday, a former president of the a worthy campaign.” both attorneys. Lubomyr Luciuk, a Canadian historian, Ukrainian American Bar Association, is a In the first round Mr. Symonenko was The fight with CBS, which lasted four for his affidavit in support of the litiga- solo practitioner based in Morristown, N.J. rarely the target of political attacks by the years, “was a community effort; it was tion, and the Ukrainian National Both are members of The Washington president’s election team, and had run a never a one-man operation,” said Mr. Association for its financial assistance Group, an association of Ukrainian quiet campaign in return. Most experts Belendiuk, explaining why he and Ms. during the litigation. American professionals. have agreed that the Kuchma team wanted Pochoday decided to include a large num- “I may have been a quarterback on this Mr. Lozynskyj, a principal in the New a showdown with the Communists, in the ber of groups as recipients of CBS money. case,” Mr. Belendiuk noted, “but what’s a York City law firm Askold S. Lozynskyj belief that a majority of Ukrainians would The broadcasting network received quarterback without a team?” The team P.C., is president of the UCCA, as well as opt for the incumbent with all his short- 16,000 letters about the program, he said, was the Ukrainian American community of the Ukrainian World Congress. 6 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

International and domestic... (Continued from page 1) filed a report in mid-October addressing what it considered major breaches of demo- cratic standards for election campaigns. Lonnie Newman, the head of the International Republican Institute observer team, acknowledged that the campaign vio- lations were not as severe as what her group had observed in other countries. “We do believe that the pre-election environment was better than others we have seen lately, such as in Cambodia and Azerbaijan,” said Ms. Newman. “It was, however, disappointing that this election fell short of the standards of previous Ukrainian elections.” Some observers identified major irregu- larities on election day as well. At least one observer group said it had witnessed out- right ballot falsification. Mykhailo Wynnyckyj, observer for the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, explained that in the city of Ostroh, Rivne Oblast, he had encountered students of the local Ostroh Academy who had voted twice at two separate voting precincts under the Roman Woronowycz supervision of college administrators. Voters review presidential candidates’ literature in the Rusanivka district of Kyiv. Mr. Wynnyckyj said he had spoken with one student who produced two invitations scale than in previous Ukrainian elections. militia disseminating banners in support of complaints and observations. she had received to vote at the 91st and The OSCE was not so quick to dismiss President Kuchma to his campaigners. In The International Republican Institute 92nd precincts, and confirmed that she had the pre-election campaign irregularities, Lviv, local campaign workers of findings paralleled those of the other inter- cast more than one ballot. He said that, this which it noted in some detail in its report, Oleksander Moroz were evicted from their national observers. The IRI reported that particular incident aside, most of the viola- and in a sharply worded statement criticized headquarters after a court order two weeks “elections commissioners were dedicated, tions he noticed at the 16 precincts he visit- the Kuchma administration’s campaign before election day. knowledgeable and efficient in carrying out ed were breaches of the spirit of the law practices. Other unacceptable campaign practices their duties,” that “political parties found rather than the letter of the law. “The coverage of the media and the noted by the OSCE included reports from their role in the election process enhanced” The Committee of Voters of Ukraine, a widespread involvement of public officials seven oblasts that authorities denied or and that voters had the ability to make up prominent citizens’ election oversight in the campaign breached both the legal obstructed access to public buildings to cer- their minds in favor of a candidate, if not organization with nearly 16,000 observers framework governing these elections and tain candidates and their supporters for with full information, then at least without scattered around Ukraine, which had issued the relevant OSCE commitments,” said Mr. campaign meetings, and curtailed their abil- intimidation.” warnings in the days prior to the elections Osborn. ity to disseminate and publicly display cam- The IRI found one election day incident that the work of the local election commis- The OSCE report stated that the elec- paign materials. in Kyiv worth noting: a voting station in the sions could impede the election process tronic media did not meet a Central In five oblasts the OSCE heard reports of city could not account for more than 600 stated that it was happy its predictions Election Commission resolution which anti-Kuchma campaign literature being ballots, which they claimed had been invali- proved unfounded. “The local commissions required that the electronic media “provide impounded, usually because of its anony- dated earlier that day, even though doing so that did not know the law and the proce- news which does not express bias or give mous nature or because details of the print is against CEC regulations. dures learned them,” said Ihor Popov, the preference to any candidate.” run were omitted. It noted that similar mate- The IRI, which has observed 85 elections committee’s director. It stated that on the state-controlled UT-1 rials against four other candidates were worldwide since 1984, and the 1994 presi- Oleksander Radchenko, a leading mem- channel, where all 15 candidates were allowed to be distributed freely. dential and 1998 parliamentary elections ber of the committee, reported that most given 15 minutes of time to state their posi- The OSCE also identified the printing here, said its experience shows that the violations centered on appointed represen- tion and views prior to election day, each and selling of three false editions of number of elections violations will decrease tatives of the candidates attempting to cam- broadcast was preceded, and in one case Ukraine’s largest newspaper, Silskii Visti, in the second round of voting – first of all paign for their candidate outside voting also followed, by critical comments. across the country, with information criticiz- because election officials learn from the precincts and on the vote-counting proce- “The spirit of the law requires that candi- ing Mr. Moroz. Government authorities did first round and make needed changes, but dures used by the local commissions, which dates should reasonably expect their own not attempt to halt the sale of the counter- also because the party in power often feels he called “confused and disorganized at broadcasts to air free from comment imme- feited versions or to impound them. more secure about its possibilities after the times.” diately prior, during and after, so that voters In all, the OSCE identified a total of 145 initial vote. Simon Osborn, head of the international can make up their own minds about the election observations mission of the content,” said Mr. Osborn. Organization for Security and Cooperation The OSCE report acknowledged that in Europe, whose 220-person team was the much of the print media, which was bought largest in the country, also stated that, by up or controlled by individual candidates or and large, election day proceeded according their representatives, gave favored coverage to Western norms with most violations due to its chosen candidate. “It was almost to unfamiliarity with the law or difficulties impossible for a voter to rely on any one in moving away from past practicies. source of information to gain an objective “Observers reported that election day view of the campaign,” noted the report. procedures were carried out in a peaceful The OSCE also recorded incidents and orderly manner, despite minor irregu- where government officials, without regard larities at very few polling stations, said Mr. for the law, campaigned for President Osborn, reading from an OSCE statement. Kuchma. It cited as an example the fact that The OSCE observer team leader cited heads of state administrations in eight reports of wrongly printed or stamped bal- oblasts had openly urged voters to support lots and the continuation of the Soviet-era the incumbent. In another six oblasts the practice of family voting. He pointed out organization received reports that educa- however, that ballot irregularities were tional and medical facilities were cam- attributed to poor organization rather than paigning for President Kuchma. intentional misconduct. He also explained In other examples, it cited the city of that family voting occurred on a smaller Vinnytsia, where observers witnessed state President Leonid Kuchma speaks with the press after he voted.

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Ukrainian Canadians Ukrainian National Association awards 171 scholarships (Continued from page 1) support Assadourian bill England were funded by the Ukrainian National Home of Blackstone, Mass., and CALGARY – Canada’s Ukrainian com- $500 each was awarded to: munity has welcomed an announcement by • Andrew Bakaj (UNA Branch 350), 17, MP Sarkis Assadourian (Liberal, Brampton of Stamford, Conn., a freshman majoring in Center) confirming that Bill C-224 (former- biology at the George Washington ly Bill C-479) has been reintroduced in the University; House of Commons. This Private • Mark Borejko (UNA Branch 277), 19, Member’s Bill would mandate the estab- of Wethersfield, Conn., a junior majoring in lishment of a permanent exhibit in the business management at the University of Canadian Museum of Civilization, in Hartford; Ottawa, dealing with crimes against • Elizabeth Ellington (UNA Branch humanity and war crimes perpetrated dur- 206), 20, of Arnold, Md., a sophomore ing the 20th century. majoring in architecture and minoring in Canadians representing a variety of interior design at Auburn University in Canadian ethnocultural, religious and racial Alabama; communities, have endorsed Mr. • John Nicholas Hull (UNA Branch Assadourian’s efforts to create an inclusive 241), 18, of St. Petersburg, Fla., a freshman Genocide Museum in the national capital majoring in international relations at Brown region. The bill will now move to the University in Rhode Island; and Subcommittee on Private Member’s • Kenneth Payette (UNA Branch 206), Business of the Standing Committee on 20, of Woonsocket, R.I., a junior majoring Procedure and House Affairs. in business management at Rhode Island Commenting, J. B. Gregorovich, chair- College. UNA memorial scholarships were desig- man of the Ukrainian Canadian Civil nated as follows: Liberties Association, and chair of the ad- • The Anthony Dragan Scholarship hoc multicultural group known as (named in honor of the longtime editor-in- Canadians for a Genocide Museum, said: chief of Svoboda) was awarded in the “Mr. Assadourian has been at the fore- amount of $350 to Mary-Lee Scholtis front of efforts in the House of Commons (UNA Branch 164), 19, of Berwick Pa., a aimed at ensuring that any publicly funded student of nursing at Bloomsburg exhibit or museum dealing with war University in Pennsylvania. crimes, crimes against humanity and other • The Roman Slobodian Scholarship (in acts of genocide and mass murder will be honor of the UNA’s longtime treasurer) inclusive, recalling the many millions of was awarded in the amount of $350 to people who fell victim to tyranny and Tetyana Bunik (UNA Branch 42), 19, a oppression in the 20th century, not only in native of Ukaine who now resides in Europe but in Asia, Africa, Latin America Passaic, N.J., and is majoring in biology at and elsewhere. We enthusiastically support the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Mr. Assadourian’s proposal not only Science. because of its inclusive nature but because, • Bohdan Zorych Scholarship (in honor as Canadians of Ukrainian heritage or ori- of the UNA’s longtime Canadian vice-pres- gin, we are very acutely aware of the hor- ident) was awarded in the amount of $400 rors that befell Ukraine’s people under to Roman Biszko (UNA Branch 888), 21, a Soviet and Nazi occupation. Millions of native of Poland who now resides in Ukrainians were murdered in Europe in this Etobicoke, Ontario, and is majoring in century. Hallowing their memory is, for us, international relations and minoring in eco- Recipients of the Ukrainian as important as recalling that many millions nomics at the University of Western National Association’s top of other people of different ethnic, religious Ontario. scholarship awards for aca- or racial backgrounds also perished around In addition, the UNA awarded special the world in this century and before. Mr. scholarships totaling $1,250 to students of demic year 1999-2000: (begin- Assadourian’s statement that ‘the suffering Ukrainian studies at the University of ning with top row, from left) of any victim is not less significant than that Manitoba and the University of Alberta, as Krystina Hawryluk, Maryana of any other’ is exactly on point. We urge well as to graduates of Immaculate German, Orysia Duplak, all MPs to support his proposal in the Conception High School in Hamtramck, Andrew Bakaj, Mark Borejko, House of Commons.” Mich., which brings the total of UNA Elizabeth Ellington, John expenditures for scholarships in 1999-2000 Nicholas Hull, Kenneth to $35,150. Payette, Mary-Lee Scholtis, From 1946 through 1999, the Ukrainian Tetyana Bunik and Roman Embassy issues statement National Association has awarded more than $1.77 million in scholarships to stu- Biszko. The UNA awarded 171 on former prime minister dents. scholarships in all. Eastern Economist KYIV – In response to several recent erroneous media reports about the circum- The Ukrainian Weekly Press Fund: October 1999 stances surrounding Pavlo Lazarenko’s detention in the United States, the U.S. Amount Name City $10.00 Michael Bochno Toronto, Ontario Embassy in Kyiv provided an update on his $770.00 Serge Polishchuk Jersey City, N.J. Maria & Jerry Flynn Strongsville, Ohio status. R.M. Wawriw-Labinskyj Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico The former prime minister of Ukraine $250.00 Roma Hadzewycz Morristown, N.J. Iryna Kashubynska Parma, Ohio has been in custody since he entered the $100.00 Laryssa Lapychak-Chopivsky Washington, D.C. Stephan & Daria Krawczeniuk Jersey City, N.J. United States in February. He currently is William Pastuszek Swarthmore, Pa. Adrian Kuzycz Brooklyn Hts., N.Y. being held in a U.S. government federal Oleh Sydor Glen Ellyn, Ill. Olena Saciuk San German, Puerto Rico detention facility near San Francisco. The Walter Swyrydenko Cleveland, Ohio $50.00 Oksana & Volodymyr Bakum Highland, N.Y. conditions of his detention are comparable John Szpak Jackson, N.J. Mary Dushnyck Brooklyn, N.Y. to those of other detainees in that facility. $5.00 Wolodymyr Dyhdalo Troy, Mich. Mr. Lazarenko has no special rights or priv- Irene Komarynsky Stamford, Conn. Ivan Halich Warren, Mich. ileges. Vera Levytska New York, N.Y. Wasyl Sydor Rochester, N.Y. Mr. Lazarenko was originally detained $30.00 Wsewolod Hirka Katy, Texas by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization $25.00 Joseph Jackson New Providence, N.J. Service upon his arrival in the United Wolodymyr Klokiw Rye, N.Y. Total: $1,825.00 States. Subsequently, Swiss law enforce- Roman Klufas Seekonk, Mass. ment authorities requested Mr. Lazarenko’s T. Motorney Washington, D.C. extradition to Switzerland, where he faces SINCERE THANKS TO ALL CONTRIBUTORS TO Charles Tyrawsky Wilmington, Del. money-laundering charges. THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY PRESS FUND. The U.S. and Switzerland are parties to $15.00 Anna Pinko Brooklyn, N.Y. THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY PRESS FUND IS THE SOLE an extradition treaty, and Mr. Lazarenko is George Poroniuk Mississauga, Ontario FUND DEDICATED EXCLUSIVELY TO SUPPORTING THE currently being held on an arrest warrant Ann Zinich Berwick, Pa. 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THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY Rough draft A close final race by Roman Woronowycz Kyiv Press Bureau

“It is the rare bird that will reach the center of the Dnipro ...” – Mykola Hohol The wide Dnipro became ever-so-slightly wider on October 31 as the votes for president of Ukraine broke down into pro-Kuchma and pro-Symonenko, with the Dnipro once again as the major divide between the regions, and sentiments, of Winners and losers Ukraine. Central and western regions went for Kuchma (and Moroz), while eastern The results are in, and the first-round The deciding factor in round two, which regions went for Symonenko (and Vitrenko). winner is President Leonid Kuchma – should occur on November 14 if the gov- The river that got its name from the Scythians that once lived on Ukraine’s territory, which should be a surprise to no one, ernment’s two officially designated printing has been the natural forger of Ukraine’s political destiny for centuries. Different for- except the people who did not want to houses can produce the ballots in time eign rulers controlled opposite banks, different world views were developed. The believe the opinion polls, namely the (there is currently a bill in the Verkhovna political divides that have been forced down from the top have sunk into the souls of losers. Rada to change the election law to allow the people, who now, in turn, vote from the bottom up to sustain these differences. Mr. Kuchma managed the feat by con- the ballots to be printed more rapidly), will Naysayers consistently predict that these differences will explode into conflict, but vincing a large number of voters in the be where the voters who did not vote for these are people who don’t understand the one element now common to all Ukrainians western regions, an area of the country that either of the victors throw their support. – their fundamental aversion to violence. The vote has quickly become accepted as the is considered the womb of Ukrainian Mr. Symonenko will undoubtedly vehicle for change. national self-identity, that he was the only receive a full endorsement from Mr. Sending different messages to different people while convincing everyone that you choice in a field of few worthy candidates Moroz, although much of his support are not lying is the art and trick of democratic politics. However, in Ukraine, despite and many red revanchists. He managed to comes from people who shun the radical attempts to overcome differences, the geographic breakdown, which follows former garner a whopping 70 percent of the vote in and unyielding Communist philosophy. colonial patterns of control, is almost predictable. Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, 69 percent in Mr. Tomenko said Mr. Symonenko will The world view and the message to voters in western and central Ukraine is simple: Ternopil and 64 percent in Lviv. have to shed his Communist cloak and despite economic hardships and corruption, Kuchma has maintained stability and Ironically, the western oblasts have sup- present himself as the representative of unity, has forged a relatively successful foreign policy, does not appear to be hostile ported an incumbent, left-leaning president the left, not simply of his party, to reach and even seems to reach out towards the West, and has kept Russian imperialists and in two of the three presidential elections the Moroz voters. communists (in the mind of these voters, one and the same evil) at bay. Western and held in an independent Ukraine. The region Oleksander Tkachenko of the Peasant central voters dread the thought of an untested Symonenko mucking up the gains in all but ignored Mr. Kuchma in 1994, then Party, who withdrew his candidacy and nationhood and international status that are so important to them. Though they may considered by western Ukrainians to be a threw his support to Mr. Symonenko days not believe that independence and nationhood had to come at the price of economic radical politician with pro-Russia leanings, before the election because he wanted to hardship, they also understand that basically they have what they want and won’t risk and opted for President Leonid Kravchuk, avoid the embarrassment of a single-digit losing it. Symonenko’s anti-NATO, anti-West, pro-Russian positions terrify them and even as the country and its currency contin- showing, will help the Communist candi- they voted for Kuchma out of dread. They disagree with Symonenko’s statement, “the ued to plummet into the economic abyss in date with his organization and his influence dictatorship of the proletariat will be better than the dictatorship of the mafia, which is which it finds itself today. as head of the Verkhovna Rada. what we have now.” They may dislike Kuchma, but not as much as they fear Since then, the only thing that has The Communists, however, will not be Symonenko. steadied is the currency, and that only able to rely on Ms. Vitrenko, even though Voters in the eastern regions feel no great allegiance to the West, or even western marginally. Yet, voters in the regions of her Progressive Socialist Party is an ideo- Ukraine. They may not like really like Symonenko, but they really hate Kuchma. Ivano-Frankivsk, Lviv, Ternopil and logical sister, because she is much too mer- Nationhood and international status aren’t nearly as important as the alleviation of Zakarpattia evidently think that with an curial and independent. She has already economic hardship. As far as they’re concerned, the purpose of government is to take incumbent at least you know what ingre- stated that she will endorse Mr. care of its people, including sharing what little wealth there is, and not pocketing it all dients go into the soup, even if it is dis- Symonenko only if he promises her the themselves. They also have a point. tasteful – and that suffices. prime minister’s post in writing. In order to gain needed percentage points, political analysts predict that Kuchma Mykola Tomenko, a young but well- Even if she does endorse Mr. needs to convince voters who stayed home in western and central regions to come out respected Ukrainian political analyst, Symonenko, polls show that her followers and vote for him and to convince at least some eastern voters that they will get their believes that in the west a large number of are a loosely organized bunch, and many due. Symonenko needs to take all of the votes that went to Moroz and Vitrenko, and voters were undecided until a week before could sway towards the president anyway. then some. And whereas Kuchma will make overtures to the east, Symonenko has the elections, and that what should have Mr. Symonenko can also gain some made no overtures to the center and west. All predict a close final race. been a strong showing for Yevhen advantage over Mr. Kuchma on the cam- Marchuk, the center-right candidate consid- paign trail. The elections fall just after ered the favorite in several of the oblasts, October Revolution Day, one of the holi- Nov. became a Kuchma landslide when a sub- est of Communist holidays, a two-day stantial number of voters decided they fest of wreath-laying and political Turning the pages back... wanted to be part of the winning team. speech-making. The commemorations It was a vote that disgusted candidate will give the Communist kingpin the 12 Oleksander Moroz to the extent that he ability to emphasize the party’s pro- publicly questioned the actions of a fifth of claimed achievements and to draw the 1979 Twenty years ago, on November 12, 1979, in a historic cer- Ukraine’s electorate, which he said acted interest of undecided voters. emony at the Sistine Chapel, Pope John Paul II, Cardinal Josyf “stupidly and consistently, like sheep going Should Mr. Symonenko receive the Slipyj and Archbishop-Metropolitan Maxim Hermaniuk ele- to slaughter.” backing of all three leftist leaders, he would vated the Rt. Rev. Prelate Myroslav Ivan Lubachivsky to the The large vote for Mr. Kuchma in the gain an additional 22 percent, which would rank of archbishop in the Ukrainian Catholic Church. The ceremony marked the first western regions offset a very poor showing double his support to about 44 percent. It is time that a Ukrainian Byzantine-rite Catholic divine liturgy was celebrated in the for him in the east and south, where, but for an idyllic scenario, but plausible. famous 15th century chapel of the popes. his home oblast of Dnipropetrovsk, he That means Mr. Kuchma, who took 36 Archbishop Lubachivsky, the highest ranking Ukrainian Catholic hierarch in the failed to win a single oblast. percent of the vote in the first round, needs United States, was to assume the office of metropolitan of the Philadelphia Archeparchy This is also a marked transformation to find an additional 8 percent-plus to have of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, a post left vacant following the death of Archbishop- from the voting patterns of 1994, when the a minimal certainty of victory. Most Metropolitan Joseph Schmondiuk in December 1978. east gave Mr. Kuchma his victory. straightforwardly, he could find it with sup- The historic ceremony was described by The Weekly as follows. Ukraine’s industrial heartland, a large, his- porters of Mr. Marchuk. But the ex-KGB chief and first head of the Security Service * * * torically leftist-leaning electorate, this year was divided in its support, with three candi- of Ukraine has called the Kuchma adminis- The act of consecration was consummated by Pope John Paul II together with Patriarch dates from the left winning at least one of tration a haven of cronyism and corruption, Josyf, head of the “Pomisna” (Particular) Ukrainian Catholic Church, and Archbishop the 10 oblasts. and all but condemned it as a den of Hermaniuk, metropolitan of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Canada. Concelebrants dur- Communist candidate Petro Symonenko thieves. ing the service were Bishops Jaroslav Gabro of Chicago, Basil Losten of Stamford, Conn., took six of those regions as well as Crimea. Don’t underestimate Mr. Marchuk, how- Augustine Hornyak of Great Britain and Platon V. Kornyljak of Germany. Bishop He ran a quiet campaign, but could afford ever. He is a flexible politician, who had no Miroslav Marusyn, apostolic visitator for Ukrainian Catholics in Western Europe, directed to. His is a deeply entrenched electorate, second thoughts in leaving the Social the ceremony. albeit an elderly one, and his Communist Democratic Party (United) that he helped Msgr. Robert Moskal, chancellor of the Philadelphia Archeparchy and the Very Rev. Party retains the best political organization found to get nominated by a rightist politi- Sophronius Mudryj of the St. Josaphat Seminary served as deacons. Also participating in the country. cal coalition. His voter base leans right of in the service were Msgr. G. Mylanyk, Msgr. Stephen Chehansky and the Very Revs. Messrs. Kuchma and Symonenko will center and many could well decide that Joseph Fedorek, Anthony Borsa and Stephen Sulyk. Present inside the Sistine Chapel there is no choice but for one choice. were 10 cardinals, 16 Latin rite bishops, as well as Ukrainian priests, monks, nuns and go into the second round with an equal If Mr. Marchuk does throw his cards faithful, some of whom came from the United States to be present at the consecration. potential for victory, according to many in with Mr. Kuchma, and if the president Responses were sung by a choir composed of seminarians and invited women. experts. Even the president’s press As the pope, the co-consecrators, the concelebrants and the metropolitan-designate spokesman has said the two candidates’ successfully can draw Ukraine’s political entered the Sistine Chapel, the clergy and faithful that filled to capacity the house of chances are even at this stage. Mr. right to himself by capitalizing on the worship rose to their feet and the choir intoned “Dostoino Yest.” After the singing of Tomenko agreed that the Communist Party threat of a red revanche, he should be “Mnohaya Lita” and the “Creed,” the Byzantine-rite liturgy in Church Slavonic has sufficient organizational and financial able to squeak out a majority. That began. The blessings were alternately sung by Pope John Paul II, Patriarch Josyf and resources to stay with President Kuchma should give those in western Ukraine and the vast campaign machine he has who wanted to back a winner ultimate (Continued on page 9) developed in the last months. satisfaction. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 9

game where the fate of nations is decided. As for the UPA, by 1950 the army was There are plenty of other candidates, but defeated. Shukhevych was dead and the I’ve settled on someone who’s become brave lads who had served under him were PERSPECTIVES somewhat obscure. Nonetheless, his in Soviet concentration camps. Still, they courage, his vision and organizational skills made a huge difference. Let Alexander BY ANDREW FEDYNSKY created a historic dynamic that forced Solzhenitsyn describe it: “These sturdy fel- events and political structures that proved lows, fresh from the guerrilla trails, looked decisive long after Pavel Sudoplatov assas- around themselves, ... were horrified by the sinated him in 1938. That man was Yevhen apathy and slavery they saw and reached Konovalets. Born in 1891, he was 23 when for their knives.” The UPA-OUN led upris- World War I broke out. In November 1917, ings in the camps forced the Soviets to dis- The Ukrainian of the century with empires collapsing around him, he mantle the greater portion of the gulag, “[In 1918] the Ukrainian nationalists was the most significant? Who was the organized the Ukrainian Sich Riflemen, a opening the door for Khrushchev’s “Thaw” declared an independent republic and for- Ukrainian of the century? formation that helped Hrushevsky’s UNR and the “Generation of the ’60s mally declared war against Russia and the An easy way to go would be to search survive for a few years, at least. (The fact (Shestydesiatnyky)” in Ukraine. Ukrainian Bolshevik leadership ... I found for the person whose name appeared most that the UNR existed at all, served as a bea- Gradually, the OUN, having lost its base myself a fighter in that war, which formally often in The New York Times or on the con for Ukrainians for three generations.) in Ukraine, split into factions, riven by dias- ended only in January 1992, when the cover of Time Magazine. The winner would After World War I, when Ukraine was pora polemics and burdened with an obso- Ukrainian government-in-exile and the rest probably be Leonid Brezhnev. Now there again divided – this time between the Soviet lete ideology, lost its significance. The ini- of the world acknowledged President was a Ukrainian kid who made it big. Born Union and Poland – Konovalets continued tiative passed to the dissidents – people like Leonid Kravchuk as head of the legitimate in a village located off a mud road in south- the independence struggle, organizing the Vyacheslav Chornovil, Valentyn Moroz, government of Ukraine, a sovereign ern Ukraine near the Dnipro River, he grew underground Ukrainian Military Petro Grigorenko, Nina Strokata, Ivan nation.” up to lead the biggest empire in history, Organization (UVO) in 1921, which in Svitlychny, Ivan Dzyuba. Their demands – Pavel Sudoplatov, a Soviet KGB oper- commanding an arsenal of tens of thou- 1929 evolved into the Organization of for human rights in a Ukrainian context res- ative, in his memoirs, “Special Tasks,” sands of nuclear weapons. But Ukrainian of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN). Gradually, onated in world capitals, particularly 1994. the century? Not in a million years. and with just a few exceptions, the OUN Washington. Brezhnev might have been born in Ukraine won over all the politically active elements Unexpectedly, as the Soviet Union That’s as good a summary of 20th centu- and started his career there as a political in western Ukraine, particularly the youth. became unworkable in a world gone global, ry Ukrainian history as any. In two sen- officer during Stalin’s purges, but he was an Like Ireland’s Michael Collins, Poland’s the hollow institutions the Soviets had set tences, Soviet assassin Pavel Sudoplatov implacable enemy of the Ukrainian nation Joseph Pilsudski or Israel’s Menachem up in the 1940s to undercut the appeal of succinctly summarizes Ukraine’s drama in and did everything he could to destroy its Begin, Konovalets combined dynamic Ukrainian nationalism, came into play. The the past hundred years. culture, its very existence. Besides, he was grassroots education with an external PR Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Ministry and the In 1900 the country did not exist. Its ter- on the losing side of Sudoplatov’s war. campaign, including harnessing the U.N. delegation – staffed with Moscow’s ritory was divided between the doomed Ivan Franko, on the other hand, is a wor- resources of an active diaspora. Like Collins, puppets – found they could walk without Austro-Hungarian and Russian empires. thy candidate. With a staggering output of Pilsudski and Begin, Konovalets used para- strings and began to prepare the world for When World War I began in 1914, novels, poems, plays, translations, essays, military action to confront repression, in this the new reality: an independent Ukraine. As Ukrainians faced each other on both sides political treatises, etc., he singlehandedly case Poland’s. In the 1930s, in response to for the Soviet Ukrainian Ministry of of the front. People told heart-breaking sto- gave Ukraine a national literature. Stalin’s genocidal terror and the Great Defense, they took off the hammer and ries of soldiers in trenches separated by The great historian Mykhailo Famine in Soviet Ukraine, Konovalets sickle, replaced it with the trident and stood barbed wire, lighting candles on January 6 Hrushevsky certainly has to be considered. began to organize a nationalist underground ready to defend their country. and joining their brothers in Ukrainian His scholarship gave Ukraine a past and, there. Hence his assassination in 1938. The century that began with Ukraine Christmas carols, only to kill each other the therefore, a future. In 1918, he worked to A year later, Stalin invaded western nowhere to be seen on the map of the world next morning. The collapse of Russia in shape that future when he became president Ukraine, seizing it from Poland. By doing is ending with the country free, independ- 1917 and then Austria a year later, seemed of the short-lived Ukrainian National so, the Soviets, ironically, absorbed the very ent and democratic. None of this would like a godsend, delivering Ukrainians the Republic (UNR). organization they had tried to stop with the have happened without the sword that opportunity to set up their own country and Gen. Roman Shukhevych certainly mer- murder of Konovalets. Now, with a world Konovalets forged with the Sich Riflemen, eliminating forever the possibility of their its consideration. In World War II, he organ- war raging, the seeds Konovalets planted the UVO and the OUN. By creating these people facing one another on opposite ized a guerrilla force that took on both the bore immediate fruit. Under the young lead- instruments of statecraft, he cast a huge sides, fighting for someone else’s cause. As German Wehrmacht and the Red Army in ership he had cultivated and trained in the stone whose ripples carried all the way to Sudoplatov – himself a Ukrainian – points an eight-year struggle. 1920s and 1930s, the OUN became the 1991, when the series of events he had out, that was not to be. It took another 74 Another candidate has to be Leonid nucleus for the Ukrainian Insurgent Army helped put in motion in 1917, 1921 and years of struggle, with Ukrainians still fac- Kravchuk, whose destiny it became to lead (UPA), which quickly became a formidable 1929 made the Ukrainian miracle possible ing each other on either side of a bloody the Ukrainian people to a declaration of force that captured the Ukrainian imagina- two generations later. political divide. independence, followed by a historic refer- tion. Stalin, desperate to hold on to Ukraine, Yevhen Konovalets lived an extraordi- As the 20th century ends – defined for endum. He then went on to co-opt a mil- moved to undercut the UPA politically. In nary life – there’s a good biography waiting Ukrainians by the long struggle for state- lion-man army with all its equipment – February 1944 he amended the Soviet to be written, a couple of novels and I hope hood – I’ve been trying to decide, who of including thousands of nukes – gaining Constitution, creating a “supplementary” some day to see the movie. As for the all the Ukrainians of the past hundred years, Ukraine a seat at the international poker Soviet Ukrainian Defense Ministry and giv- Ukrainian of the next century? For all we ing Soviet Ukraine’s Foreign Affairs know, she’s in kindergarten now, learning Turning the pages... Ministry the right to enter into direct rela- the skills to someday help Ukrainians over- tions with other countries. A year later come the malevolent legacy of Sudoplatov- (Continued from page 8) Ukraine became a charter member of the style Bolshevism, replacing it with a pros- United Nations. These were all hollow dis- perous Ukrainian democracy that honors Metropolitan Hermaniuk. tinctions; for decades the people who and respects the fascinating history of a The act of consecration was conducted before the “Sviatyi Bozhe” prayer. Until that manned the ministries and the U.N. delega- proud people who suffered much, then pre- time, the area in front of the altar was occupied by Pope John Paul, who stood in the first tion were mere puppets of Moscow. vailed over the most formidable of odds. row with Patriarch Josyf on his right and Metropolitan Hermaniuk on his left; behind them stood Archbishop Lubachivsky with Bishop Losten on his left, Bishop Gabro on his right. Pope John Paul initiated the act of consecration. Archbishop Lubachivsky first recited the “Creed” and other vows before he approached his consecrators. After a series of prayers and responses, Pope John concluded the consecration with a longer blessing-prayer and by APPEAL: CCAU project aims presenting Archbishop Lubachivsky with the symbols of his office. After the presentation of each of the symbols, the consecrators intoned and the choir responded “Axios, axios, axios” [he is worthy]. At the conclusion of the consecration. to enlighten Ukraine’s children Archbishop Lubachivsky exchanged the kiss of peace with his consecrators and all of the The Christmas holiday season – a time when we will be sending each other Ukrainian and non-Ukrainian hierarchs present in the chapel. The choir simultaneously greetings and gifts – is approaching. Many of us will be thinking about the place sang a hymn dedicated to St. Josaphat. For the remainder of the liturgy, Archbishop of our birth, the homeland of our ancestors, our Ukraine. Is independent Ukraine Lubachivsky, who took his place between the pope and Metropolitan Hermaniuk, assumed progressing the way we have envisioned. And, if not, how can we help? the role of concelebrant. For the sixth year, the Coordinating Committee to Aid Ukraine – U.S.A. In his sermon delivered in Ukrainian after the Gospel, Pope John Paul told the new arch- (CCAU) is sponsoring trips for children from the southern and eastern regions of bishop that he is part of two heritages and that when he returns to his Metropolitan See he Ukraine to celebrate Christmas and Easter in Halychyna. The objective of these should convey the papal greetings to his faithful. trips is to instill national pride and provide an opportunity for these children to The holy father said he is “greatly moved” to be able to stand before the Catholic hierar- reacquaint themselves with Ukrainian traditions not practiced in the southern and chs and to consecrate the new archbishop. Pope John Paul said that his visit to the eastern regions of the country. Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in Philadelphia provoked him to lead The CCAU’s request to you, the Ukrainian family, is to take an active part in the consecration. The pope directed a substantial portion of his sermon to Patriarch Josyf, this endeavor of raising the consciousness of a new generation. Therefore, whom he called “the highest placed pastor.” instead of mailing Christmas cards and buying expensive presents, consider donating these funds to support this unique cause. All those contributing by The pope spoke about the 85-year-old patriarch’s suffering in defense of the Catholic November 20 will be included in one general season’s greeting. Church and reminded him that Pope Pius XII assigned him to the Lviv Archeparchy, that Please make your checks payable to Coordinating Committee to Aid Ukraine Pope John XXIII greatly contributed to his release from incarceration and that Pope Paul and send them to: CCAU Children’s Holiday Fund, 16 Manger Road, West VI elevated him to the rank of cardinal. He said he is “closely familiar” with the history Orange, NJ 07052. All donations are tax-deductible. of the Ukrainian people and with the history of their Church “bound with them for long centuries.” For the CCAU Executive Committee: Wolodymyr Wolowodiuk, president; Source: “Pope John Paul, Patriarch Josyf, Metropolitan Hermaniuk consecrate Msgr. Oksana Trytjak, vice-president for fund-raising; Bohdan Hajduczok, treasurer. Lubachivsky in Sistine Chapel,” The Ukrainian Weekly, November 18, 1979. 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45 Olyphant choir brings concerts of liturgical music to New York state

by Jessica Kollar Holy Scripture to the then-pagan Eastern countries. Church Slavonic later evolved O LYPHANT, Pa. – The Ukrainian into modern-day Ukrainian and Russian, Catholic Choir of Ss. Cyril and Methodius but at one time was the principal literary Church recently traveled from Olyphant to language of the Kyivan state, particularly in New York State to perform several concerts. the 18th century, when most of the choir’s First disembarking at Johnson City, at music was composed. Sacred Heart Parish, the choir sang the For the past 12 years the choir has been responses to the August 15 divine liturgy directed by the distinguished master, Patrick celebrated by the Rev. Ivan Mazuryk. J. Marcinko II. Maestro Marcinko joked Afterwards the choir was treated to a with the audience: “This choir is over 100 hospitality breakfast by the parish before years old, and as you can see, they still look proceeding on its “cultural voyage” to yet pretty good!” Not only has the conductor’s another New York locality, Elmira Heights. baton changed hands over the years, but There the choir performed a two-part con- choir members have come and gone like- cert at the Arnot Museum, then hosting a wise – transitions that brought the choir to 200-photo exhibit depicting modern-day its current state with members as American Ukraine by the renowned photographer as apple pie ... except when they perform. Wilton S. Tifft. And despite the conductor’s pleas to the The first part of this concert consisted of audience not to applaud the liturgical works, pure sacred liturgical pieces, again in some concert-goers could not resist. Said Church Slavonic, and a cappella, as in the one choir member, “Although I did not look tradition of the Eastern Church musical at my music much, but concentrated on our instruments are never used in religious serv- conductor’s movements, I could not help ices. This centuries-old expulsion of musi- but notice a sea of smiling faces in the audi- cal instruments had a great influence upon ence beyond him. They were truly enjoying the choral music development of Eastern our music!” countries, evident to this day in choral ren- For the second part of the concert, the ditions of sacred pieces by such noted com- choir presented vibrant, lively secular bal- posers as Nedilsky, Vedel and Verbytsky. lads and marches in the Ukrainian language, American-born and English-speaking, including a rendition about Ukraine’s members of the choir capture this Eastern- national folk instrument, the bandura, fea- European essence profoundly. Indeed, upon turing bass-baritone soloist Gene Maslar. examining their printed music, one soon The choir also presented a special discovers it is written in the Cyrillic alpha- arrangement by the conductor, a fusion of bet. And, while transliterations are avail- the Ukrainian national anthem with strains able, the Cyrillic format is preferred and of the American national anthem, in which used by a large percentage of the choir, even one could hear alternating soprano and its younger members. tenor voices singing “O say, can you see” This dedication is traced to their love and and “the rockets’ red glare” amid the loyalty to their own parish’s patron saints, marching Ukrainian lyrics. This closing Ss. Cyril and Methodius, two 9th century piece brought the audience to its feet. brothers who developed the Cyrillic alpha- The choir’s members are from Scranton, bet and codified the now-obsolete language F. Michael Carrera of Church Slavonic in order to bring the (Continued on page 23) The choir of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Ukrainian Catholic Church of Olyphant, Pa.

ondary level, and subjects all imported Pittsburgh festival presents Helsinki Commission... religious literature to state censorship,” (Continued from page 2) he pointed out. diversity of Ukrainian culture ‘after Karimov, what?’ Mr. Goble said. Abdurahim Polat, chairman of the Birlik Lawrence Uzzell, director, Keston Party and exiled opposition leader, noted by Deborah M. Brown Ukrainian items for purchase. Institute, commented, “It cannot be “Preparations for elections in Uzbekistan Another attraction at the festival was stressed too often that Uzbekistan’s 1998 are going ahead with full speed, and [in a PITTSBURGH – The delectable mini-performances of ethnic folk music law on religion is the most repressive in manner] totally against democratic princi- smells of “kovbasa” and “kapusta” min- and dance by performers attired in all of the former Soviet Union. Only in ples. The opposition is banned from partici- gling with “halushky” and “holubtsi,” brightly embroidered authentic clothing. Uzbekistan has the state formally crimi- pating in these campaigns. Exiled leaders filled the Commons Room of the Musical performances were provided by nalized religious dissent, by formally of democratic opposition decided to delay Cathedral of Learning on Sunday, the Kazka Ukrainian Music Folk amending its criminal code to impose their return to Uzbekistan.” September 26. These were just a few of Ensemble and the Girls in the Kitchen prison terms of up to five years for unau- “These elections will not have any posi- the ethnic foods provided by Ukrainian Trio, all of whom sang in the Ukrainian thorized religious activity. Unlike Russia, tive effect on the state of the nation. On the parishes at the 18th annual Ukrainian language. The children of the Kyiv which allows even unregistered groups to contrary, it may have a negative effect and Festival held at the University of Ukrainian Dance Ensemble School gather in the homes of their own mem- destabilize the situation. It seems like civil Pittsburgh in Oakland. showed off their dancing skills in the bers, Uzbekistan explicitly prohibits any war is unavoidable,” he said. The festival began in 1982 as a way to Ukrainian tradition. kind of communal activity by such a “With the assistance of the international raise money for the addition of the group – even a Bible study in one of its community, mainly from the member-coun- Ukrainian classroom to the Nationality But the Karavan Dancers of Sharon, Pa., stole the show: they twirled, they member’s apartments.” tries of the OSCE, it is still possible to stop Rooms located on the third floor of the “By law, Uzbekistan explicitly bans all the bloodshed and find the solution in the university’s Cathedral of Learning. Since kicked, and even flew through the air. The highlights of the show included a forms of missionary activity, bans reli- best interests of the Uzbek nation,” Mr. then, the 125-year-old Ukrainian commu- gious education at the elementary or sec- Polat concluded. nity comes together every year as a way female dancer who was swung to and to help preserve its cultural traditions from into the arms of her fellow dancers, said the festival chairman, Michael Jula. and a male dancer who was literally said they believe that too much authority Mr. Jula explained that Ukraine is a thrown into the air by a blanket held by Ukraine among 14... in the hands of government officials is a culturally diverse nation, with different the other dancers. Claps from the audi- (Continued from page 3) factor. regions having their own history, lan- ence accompanied the entire perform- utilized by the study . The 1,006 respondents of the survey guage and customs. The festival gives the ance. Founded in 1993, Transparency rated Ukraine’s Ministry of Internal Ukrainian community in Pittsburgh a Mr. Jula attributed the festival’s con- International is a coalition of NGOs Affairs traffic division as the most cor- chance to come together and “to interact tinued success to all the people involved. whose aim is to develop international rupt of government bodies, followed by and know each other.” He stated, “It’s a grassroots effort,” the standards and programs in the fight the customs police, other ministries and But, more important, Mr. Jula added, it operation is run by the volunteers and is against corruption. government organs, the state militia as a helps the American public in general supported by the major Ukrainian organi- A separate survey conducted by Clean whole and tax inspectors. become aware of the rich culture that zations in Pittsburgh. Hands and the Ukrainian Legal The results showed that Kyivans Ukrainian people have to offer. Mr. Jula described the festival opera- Foundation, with which it is associated, believe bribery is a problem at medical At the festival crafters of old tions as “a blending of cultures,” where in conjunction with the Kyiv institutions, within the traffic division of Ukrainian traditions demonstrated their Orthodox and Catholic parishioners, International Institute of Sociology, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, at uni- talents for the public. One young man from lawyers to janitors, work side by found that 41 percent of the residents of versities and within local government. could be seen creating pysanky. The side to accomplish their goal. Kyiv have been negatively affected by Mr. Poliudonii said he does not time-honored art of bead weaving, or cre- One-fourth of all the festival’s pro- corruption. Some 48 percent of respon- believe Ukraine’s authorities are ready to ating “gerdany” was also shown. The ceeds go to a scholarship fund that pro- dents expressed the opinion that immuni- rid the government of corruption. section of the Commons Room devoted vides students at the University of ty from criminal prosecution held by “The main thing needed to fight cor- to the “yarmarok,” or marketplace, dis- Pittsburgh an opportunity to study in national deputies and local officials con- ruption is political will. Currently it does played these and many other handcrafted Ukraine. The rest is donated to charity. tributes to corruption, while 39 percent not exist,” said Mr. Poliudonii. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 11

Selfreliance UA Federal Credit Union celebrates 40 years of service to the community by Roma Hadzewycz EAST HANOVER, N.J. – For 40 years the Selfreliance UA Federal Credit Union based in Newark, N.J., has been serving the community designated by two letters in its name: UA – Ukrainian American. Previously known as Selfreliance (Newark, N.J.) Federal Credit Union, the “kredytivka” had changed its name in spring 1998 to reflect its service to the broader community beyond the credit union’s birthplace in Newark. Though the institution’s name has changed, its functions have been modernized and its services have been updated, the Selfreliance UA Federal Credit Union continues to base its activity on the principle of people helping people. To celebrate its 40th anniversary milestone, Selfreliance invited its members and the community at large to a ban- quet on Saturday, October 23. The evening was opened by Joseph Trush, chairman of the board of directors, who provided a historical summation of the credit union’s activity and accomplishments since it was formally chartered on August 31, 1959. “The goal of our credit union has always been to satisfy the financial needs of its membership ... without forgetting the needs of the Ukrainian American community at large,” Mr. Trush underlined. During the four decades of its existence, the credit union has grown from a beginning capital base of $20,000 in 1959 to assets of more than $51 million in 1998. Roma Hadzewycz The master of ceremonies, Ihor Rakowsky, a former Honored during the banquet for long years of service to the Selfreliance Ukrainian American (previously designat- member of the credit union’s Auditing Committee, noted: ed as Newark, N.J.) Federal Credit Union were (from left): Orest Ciapka, board member and operations manag- “This is a celebration of the birthday of our credit union,” er; Antin Tymkewycz, Credit Committee secretary; Tatiana Butovich, retired office manager (Newark); Orest which has served “all Ukrainians, regardless of age, faith, Lysynecky, founder of the credit union and longtime president of the Credit Committee; Tamara Denysenko, organizational affiliation, or wave of emigration.” Mr. chairman of the board of the Ukrainian National Credit Union Association (who made the presentation); and Ihor Rakowsky also pointed out that the Selfreliance UA Federal Laszok, president and CEO of the Selfreliance UA Federal Credit Union. Credit Union, which now has offices in Parsippany, N.J., in addition to Newark, has contributed more than $800,000 in organizations and institutions, as well as from U.S. Vice- donations to Ukrainian organizations, schools and projects. President Al Gore, Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg (D-N.J.) and He noted that the banquet hall at the Ramada Inn and New Jersey Gov. Christine Todd Whitman. Conference Center that evening was filled to capacity by Next came an unexpected tribute to the credit union by credit union members, representatives of Ukrainian organi- Lydia Smyk, a teacher at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian zations, parishes and other credit unions, as well as corre- Catholic School, located just two doors away from the spondents of the Ukrainian press. Selfreliance office in Newark. Ms. Smyk thanked Among those in attendance was Russell R. Clark, presi- Selfreliance for being a “a generous neighbor that supports dent and chief executive officer of the Credit Union our school.” Affiliates of New Jersey, who brought congratulations from The program was brought to a close with a screening of that organization, as well as a plaque for the Selfreliance a report aired in 1997 by CBS-TV on its “Building UA Federal Credit Union in recognition of its four decades America: Eye on Business” program that focused on of service. The award was accepted by Mr. Trush. Selfreliance UA Federal Credit Union and the many bene- A special anniversary greeting was delivered by Tamara fits it offers to Ukrainian Americans and new immigrants. Denysenko, chairman of the board of directors of the Mr. Trush then presented a plaque to Ihor Laszok, the credit Ukrainian National Credit Union Association, who under- union’s president and CEO, in recognition of his leadership lined that the Newark-based Selfreliance is one of the top of Selfreliance. credit unions under the UNCUA umbrella. A humorous look at the work of the credit union, provid- Ms. Denysenko also took advantage of the opportunity ed via a recording of a poetry written by Iwanna Kononiw, provided by the banquet to emphasize that Ukrainian credit concluded the formal part of the program. unions are changing to meet the needs of today’s members, The entertainment program that followed included per- as well as opening affiliates in areas where there are new formances by violinist Oleksander Rohozhyn, accompanied Ukrainian communities. by pianist Maryna Rohozhyn; operatic singer Oleh Chmyr On behalf of the UNCUA Ms. Denysenko presented and singer/bandurist Olha Staschyshyn. a plaque to the Selfreliance UA FCU, and certificates to A special surprise that provided an uplifting conclusion its longtime officers and employees. The banquet pro- to the festivities was the appearance of Prolisok, the girls’ gram also included a special salute to Orest Lysynecky, vocal ensemble of the Ukrainian Youth Association (SUM) one of the founders of the credit union and longtime of New York directed by Andrij Stasiw. The group was per- president of its Credit Committee. A champagne toast forming at another Ukrainian function that evening, the was accompanied by the singing of “Mnohaya Lita” for conference of the Organization for the Defense of Four the credit union on its 40th birthday. Freedoms for Ukraine. The master of ceremonies also announced that the credit The banquet was followed by a dance to the music of the Joseph Trush (right) presents a plaque to Ihor Laszok union had received numerous greetings from individuals, Tempo band. in recognition of his leadership at Selfreliance.

(SIF) and Road Maintenance Fund (RMF), which had Kherson confectionery plant is booming Business in brief accrued by September 1. The respite is to be provided on (Continued from page 3) condition of a tax credit at zero interest rate, with obliga- KHERSON – The AT Kherson Confectionery Plant produces more than 200 types of sweets, most of the zation has reached 478 million hrv, with 500 million hrv tory payment of current debts to the budget and ear- marked funds. According to the Transportation Ministry, recipes for which were developed at the plant itself. expected by the end of October, said Mr. Bondar. (Eastern Various chocolates, candies, caramels, biscuits, waffles Economist) as of July 1 Air Ukraine’s debts stood at 3,972,430 hrv to the SIF and 2,897,882 hrv to the RMF. The company’s and gift boxes all enjoy high popularity. The plant recent- Wrigley-Ukraina to import chewing gum losses in 1998 reached nearly 8 million hrv and in the first ly bought equipment to produce fruit jellies and chocolate half of this year, nearly 6 million hrv. At present, the com- marshmallow. It plans to produce confectionery products KYIV – Ukraine’s Anti-Monopoly Committee gave pany’s receivables are 75.01 million hrv and payables for diabetics in the future. (Eastern Economist) the green light for the creation of the Wrigley-Ukraina 74.88 million hrv. Moreover, the company operates out- company. The founders of the new company are Wrigley dated planes that will exhaust their service life in mid- French company buys large stake in cement plant and Zeno, subsidiaries of the U.S.-based WM Wrigley. 2001. (Eastern Economist) LVIV – The French company Lafarge says it has The goal of the new company is to optimize the import of Huge fall in agricultural output noted acquired a controlling stake in the Mykolaiv cement plant chewing gum to Ukraine. (Eastern Economist) in Lviv Oblast. “We have become a strategic partner of Cabinet calls for restructuring Air Ukraine KYIV – The production of principal agricultural and the open joint stock company Mykolaiv cement plant, and livestock products fell considerably in Ukraine during the we hold 82 percent of the plant’s shares,” said Lilia KYIV – The Cabinet of Ministers has ordered the 1991-1998 period: sugar beets by 57.2 percent, cereals by Jolibois, the company’s development director for Central Transportation Ministry, the Economy Ministry, and the 31.6 percent, milk by 38.4 percent, meat by 82.5 percent, Europe. This became possible after the company pur- Finance Ministry to draft a program on restructuring the eggs by 45.4 percent. Their per capita production has chased 30 percent of plant stock during a trading session state carrier Air Ukraine. The State Tax Administration is dropped even more substantially: cereals by 46.5 percent, on the Ukrainian Interbank Currency Exchange in Kyiv, instructed to give a respite to the airlines until December sugar beets by 63.8 percent, meat by 59.6 percent, milk by which was offered for sale by the State Property Fund. 29 in making payments to the State Innovation Fund 42.1 percent, eggs by 47.4 percent. (Eastern Economist) (Eastern Economist) 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

Hrushevsky’s history launched International Association of Ukrainian Studies at Ostroh Academy in Ukraine convenes its fourth congress in Odesa by Assya Humesky ater, folkloristics, philosophy and religion, sociology, law, ethnography, visual arts and ODESA – Ukrainists held their fourth state building. Some of the more important International Congress in Odesa on August topics, which took several sessions to 26-29. At the opening ceremonies, cover, included “Modern History,” President Jaroslav Isaievych gave a brief “Struggle for Liberation in the 20th history of the International Association of Century,” “Ethnicity in Ukrainian History Ukrainian Studies and described its activi- and Culture,” “Institutional, Cultural and ties since the last Congress three years ago. Historical Aspects of the Development of Similar reports were given by the repre- the Ukrainian Society,” “Ethnic Inter-rela- sentatives of national associations of tions,” “State-Building and Ethnic and Ukrainian studies in Austria (Alois National Processes,” “History of the Woldan), the United States (Assya Ukrainian Language” and “Comparative Humesky), Poland (Stefan Rozak), Israel Literary Studies.” (Wolf Moskovich), Slovakia (Mykola Separate sessions were devoted to such Mushynka), Germany (Bohdan Osadchuk) prominent figures in the historical and lin- and Australia (Halyna Rosharska), as well guistic fields as Hrushevsky, Ohloblyn, as by Oleh Romaniv, president of the Komarov and Potebnja, as well as to cur- worldwide Shevchenko Scientific Society, rent studies dealing with Shevchenko and and by Lubomyr Wynar, who heads the Franko. Scholarly Council of the Ukrainian World Four sessions dealt with the diaspora, Congress and the Ukrainian Historical one of them devoted to the Ukrainian stud- Drs. Frank Sysyn (left) and Zenon Kohut (center) on a tour of the Ostroh Academy Society. The report by Kazuo Nakai of the ies in the United States and Canada. Oleh with its president, Prof. Ihor Pasichnyk. Association for Ukrainian Studies of Japan Romaniv spoke about the work of the was moved to the concluding plenary ses- Shevchenko Scientific Society in New KYIV – The Peter Jacyk Center for Ukrainian history and strengthen the cul- sion. York; Eugene Fedorenko reported on the Ukrainian Historical Research sponsored tural and political revival of independent The first day ended with the presenta- Ukrainian Academy of Arts and Sciences a book launch of the first volume of Ukraine. The book launch was followed tion of the Ukrainian version of Patricia in the United States; Prof. Humesky repre- Mykhailo Hrushevsky’s “History of by a pageant on the life of one of the bene- Herlihy’s book “Odessa: History of the sented the American Association for Ukraine-Rus’ ” in English translation at factors of the Ostroh Academy, Halshka city 1794-1914.” The following day began Ukrainian Studies as well as the Ukrainian the Ostroh Academy on September 7. Ostrozka. Numerous television reporters with a plenary session that included pre- American Association of University The launch, organized by the Peter and journalists covered the launch. sentations by Ivan Dziuba (“Ukrainian Professors; while Dr. Kohut informed the Jacyk Center for Ukrainian Historical During their stay in Ostroh, Drs. Culture as the Future of the Nation”), audience about the work of the Canadian Research and the department of history of Kohut, Sysyn and Plokhy met with stu- Mykola Zhulynsky (“Ukrainian Literature Institute of Ukrainian Studies and Frank the Ostroh Academy, continued the cooper- dents of the Ostroh Academy. They also at the Threshold of the Third Sysyn spoke on behalf of the Peter Jacyk ation that began in the fall of 1998 with the had a number of discussions with the Millennium”), Zenon Kohut (“Formation Center for Ukrainian Historical Research visit of the president of the academy, Prof. academy’s professors, looking for ways of Ukrainian National Historiography”), at the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Ihor Pasichnyk, to the Canadian Institute of to improve cooperation between the Jaroslav Pelensky (“Ukraine at the Ukrainian Studies in Edmonton. Studies, University of Alberta. academy and Western universities and Millenial Break: Status and Perspectives”) The Ostroh Academy, founded in the Dr. Wynar spoke once again about the granting institutions. and Nonna Shliakhova, dean of the philo- 16th century by Prince Kostiantyn UWC Scholarly Council and the The Ostroh Academy has attracted logical department of Odesa State Ostrozky as the first Ukrainian institu- Ukrainian Historical Society, elaborating some of the best historians in Ukraine, University (“Ukrainistics at Odesa tion of higher learning, was re-estab- on their accomplishments and plans for including a specialist in early modern University”). lished as Ostroh College by a decree of the future. Ukrainian history, Prof. Kovalsky, and President Leonid Kravchuk in 1994 and The afternoon of that day and the next The morning of the last day of the con- some of his former students from elevated to the status of an academy by two days were devoted to sessions with gress was taken up by the IAUS President Leonid Kuchma in 1996. It is Dnipropetrovsk University. This year diverse themes: history, culture, political Committee to discuss its membership and currently affiliated with the National CIUS research grants supported a num- science, linguistics and literary studies, to hold the presidential and the vice-presi- University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. ber of historical projects undertaken by economics, book publishing, education, dential elections. Representing U.S. The Ostroh Academy’s strong empha- the Ostroh Academy’s scholars. mass media, musicology, cinema and the- Ukrainists were George Grabowicz, Prof. sis on the humanities and on English-lan- Humesky and Myroslava Znajenko who guage instruction made it appropriate as actively participated in the discussions. the venue for the first book launch of the The new president-elect of IAUS is Hrushevsky translation at a higher edu- UFU awards honorary doctorate to Bishop Losten Mykola Zhulynsky; vice-presidents are cational institution in Ukraine. Mark von Hagen (United States), Marko The launch was attended by the direc- Pavlyshyn (Australia), Dr. Moskovich tor of CIUS, Dr. Zenon Kohut (currently (Israel), Dr. Rozak (Poland), Jaroslav on sabbatical), the director of the Jacyk Hrytsak (Ukraine) and Giovanna Brogi Center, Dr. Frank Sysyn, and the associ- Berkoff (Italy). ate director of the Jacyk Center, Dr. As in the past the diaspora helped con- Serhii Plokhy. siderably with the financial aspect of the The program commenced with an congress. Funds were donated by the address by Prof. Pasichnyk, who wel- Scholarly Council of the Ukrainian World comed the guests from CIUS and intro- Congress, the Ukrainian Historical duced them to the public. Society, the Ukrainian Academy of Arts Dr. Kohut spoke on Hrushevsky’s role and Sciences in the U.S.A., the American in the formation of a Ukrainian national Association for Ukrainian Studies, the historiography. Ukrainian American Association of Dr. Sysyn discussed the importance of University Professors and the Harvard the Hrushevsky Translation Project in Ukrainian Research Institute. presenting a new image of Ukraine and Ukrainists from Canada and the United its history in the West. He also paid trib- States were well represented at the con- ute to the donors to the project, especial- gress: 11 persons personally attended it ly Peter Jacyk, the center’s founder, and and seven sent in papers that were read by Petro and Ivanna Stelmach, the sponsors their colleagues. of Volume 1. The congress was marked by a cordial Dr. Plokhy described the challenges atmosphere in which people met with old that face the translators and editors of friends and made new acquaintances. Hrushevsky’s History and announced There were over 700 participants, with that Volume 7, the first in Hrushevsky’s some 100 of non-Ukrainian origin, arriv- subseries on the Ukrainian Kozaks, ing from 25 foreign countries. would appear in November. To make the guests’ sojourn more These presentations were followed by pleasurable and informative, the congress speeches by the vice-president of the committee, with the help of their Odesa Ostroh Academy, Prof. Mykola Kovalsky, Bishop Basil H. Losten of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Stamford, Conn., colleagues and the city administration, and professors of the Ostroh Academy and (which encompasses New York and New England) received an honorary doctorate organized guided tours of the city, a visit the Rivne Pedagogical Institute – all of from the Ukrainian Free University on September 8. The event took place at Ivan to the opera, a concert, a visit to the whom emphasized the importance of pub- Franko University in Lviv in the presence of both academics and Church hierarchs. National Library, a meeting with local lishing Hrushevsky’s history in English in Seen above after the ceremony, are: Bishop Losten, Dr. Myroslaw Labunka (right), artists and craftsmen, not to mention a lav- order to disseminate knowledge of former rector of the UFU, and Leonid Rudnytzkyj (left), present rector of the UFU. ish buffet given by the fathers of the city. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 13 Krysa/Tchekina and Koshuba perform concerts in Washington by Yaro Bihun Rochester, N.Y., where Mr. Krysa is pro- Special to The Ukrainian Weekly fessor of violin at the Eastman School of Music. He is also artist-in-residence at WASHINGTON – It was a rare treat the Ukrainian Institute of America in for capital area classical music enthusi- New York City. asts: the opportunity to hear two concerts The Krysa family (his sons also are performed by leading Ukrainian musi- musicians) will travel to Ukraine in cians in one weekend. December, where they will give perform- Violinist Oleh Krysa and his wife, ances in Kyiv and Lviv. pianist Tatiana Tchekina, performed at Organist Volodymyr Koshuba, an the National Gallery of Art in Honored Artist of Ukraine who since Washington on Sunday, October 24, 1981 has served as the chief organist in while organist Volodymyr Koshuba per- Kyiv’s Concert Hall of Organ and formed at the Old Presbyterian Meeting Chamber Music, performed the works of House in historic Alexandria, Va., on Friday, October 22. four composers: César Franck, Charles The Krysa-Tchekina concert was part Tournemire, Louis Vierne and Alexandre of the prestigious National Gallery series Guilmant. of concerts now in its 58th season. His concert was part of the 1999-2000 “Concert with a Cause” series organized Before a packed audience in the Violinist Oleh Krysa and pianist Tatiana Tchekina. Gallery’s West Garden Court, Mr. Krysa by the Old Presbyterian House. While the and Ms. Tchekina performed three concert was free, donations offered by sonatas for violin and piano – by members of the audience went to the Beethoven (No. 5 in F Major), Brahms Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry. The (No. 3 in D Minor) and Debussy (in G reception that followed the concert was Minor) – and the “Ukrainian Triptych” hosted by representatives of the Children by Yevhen Stankovych, among other of Chornobyl project. selections. Mr. Koshuba’s Washington-area con- Washington Post critic Alan Greenblatt cert launched his 1999 U.S. tour, which saw “offhanded confidence” in Mr. included subsequent performances in Krysa’s playing, “his weightless bow work Charlestown, W. Va., Lynchburg, Va., creating a warm tone that is at times and St. Paul, Minn. almost breathy.” Before returning to Kyiv in mid- “Krysa slid from note to note with the November, he is schedule to give five deftness of a figure skater” in more concerts: November 4 in St. Peter, Beethoven’s Sonata, the reviewer wrote, Minn., Gustavus Adolphus Church; adding that he was “both commanding November 5 in Red Wing, Minn., First and elegiac in the Adagio movement of Lutheran Church; November 7 in Albert the Brahms, fashioning a contemplative Lee, Minn., First Lutheran Church; mood that transported the listener will- November 11 in Rochester, Minn., ingly to a sentimental spot where Zumbro Lutheran Congregation; weighty cares cannot be dispelled.” November 13 in Evanston, Ill., Mr. Greenblatt called pianist Ms. Presbyterian Home. Tchekina, who is a soloist in her own This is Mr. Koshuba’s fourth concert right, “a lively and bright accompanist,” tour in the United States, which he organ- and added, “Relying heavily on foot ped- izes with the help of organist-friends in als, she played with an old-fashioned, the United States. On his first visit to grand sound, perhaps in an effort to com- Washington he played at the National bat the hall’s sorry acoustics.” Cathedral. He has also toured in Europe, Yaro Bihun The two musicians now live in South America and Japan. Organist Volodymyr Koshuba. Leo Mol retrospective launches newly redesigned gallery in Toronto

by Christina Welyhorsky Senkiw worn space. Crisp white plaster walls, natu- The salute to Mr. Mol, titled “Leo Mol L. Perfecky, the Ukrainian Basilian Fathers, ral slate and wood floors, the latest halogen – Fifty Creative Years in Canada,” opened Theressa Darewych, Mr. and Mrs. M. TORONTO – Hammers bang, saws lighting and a space-age reception area this autumn’s cultural season. The festive Wawryshyn and several anonymous indi- whine, dust fills the air. Is Leo Mol, the dress up the gallery for the 21st century. tribute included an anniversary banquet at viduals – volunteered their artwork to com- famous sculptor, creating a new master- With the new look comes a new attitude. St. Vladimir’s Institute on September 18; an plete the exhibit. piece? No! It’s the Ukrainian Canadian Art A dynamic board of directors is determined exhibit opening at the UCAF Gallery on Mr. Mol surprised the Organizing Foundation Gallery, at 2118-A Bloor St. W., to secure the future of the Ukrainian September 19; and a Leo Mol film screen- Committee with an enormous shipment of getting a facelift. Canadian Art Foundation (UCAF) by host- ing, also at the UCAF Gallery on paintings, drawings, prints and photos from Under the direction of new owner ing popular exhibits – thus the decision to September 21. his own collection. Ruslana Wrzesnewskyj, interior designer launch the space with a tribute to Leo Mol The events were put together by a crack- Dr. Darewych produced an article on the Branislav Miokovic of Praxis Design Group (Leonid Molodozhanyn) – one of Canada’s er-jack Organizing Committee. Taissa artist (see The Ukrainian Weekly, August has trimmed down and spiffed up the time- most popular sculptors. Ruzycka (chair), Tatiana Vanderheyden, 29) and a 12-page catalogue containing a Iryna Wrzesnewskyj, Bohdan Holowacky, scholarly essay and a detailed list of the Marichka Duncan, Daria Darewych, contents of the show. Eye-catching posters Halyna Levytsky, Oleh Lesiuk, Tania and invitations were designed and produced Melnyk and Christina Senkiw sacrificed by Mr. Lesiuk and Mr. Holowacky. Ms. most of their summer to create a memorable Duncan spearheaded the fund-raising cam- cultural event for Maestro Mol and the paign; while Ms. Melnyk acted as treasurer. community. Undeterred by the sweltering Banquet preparations here set in motion and heat outside, and by construction noise and overseen by Ms. Vanderheyden. dirt inside, they met every Monday around News spread rapidly by word of mouth, a makeshift table to plan the celebrations. and soon donations and reservations began Within an amazingly short span of time, to flow into the office. The banquet sold out the Curatorial Committee, under Dr. a week in advance. A total of 220 guests Darewych, located and catalogued 30 filled St. Vladimir’s dining hall, and 200 pieces of sculpture. In addition to the seven more packed the gallery for the opening. Mols in the UCAF collection, generous Mr. Mol and wife, Margareth, arrived contributors loaned their prized possessions: from Winnipeg early to prepare themselves eight from MST Bronze Ltd.; four from for the festivities. Escorted by hosts Roman Beckett Fine Art Ltd.; and one from the Art and Iryna Wrzesnewskyj, they inspected the Gallery of Hamilton. exhibit as it was being installed. At the opening of the Leo Mol exhibit at the Canadian Ukrainian Art Foundation Many private collectors – Borys Interior designer Irka Sochaniwskyj of Gallery in Toronto (from left) are: Andrij Babytsch (barely visible), Joan Murray Wrzesnewskyj, Dr. and Mrs. A. A. Hornich, Designfarm assisted by Mr. Lesiuk and Mr. (at the podium), Roman Wrzesnewskij, Margareth Mol, Leo Mol, Daria Darewych Dr. Irena Lukasewych-Dziki, Dr. Roman and Robert McNeill. Curkowskvj, Ulana Dyczok, Mr. and Mrs. (Continued on page 23) 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45 U.S. museums to present landmark exhibit of “Gold of the Nomads” BALTIMORE – For the first time since that formed part of the celebrated 1975 1975, Scythian gold will travel to the exhibition “From the Lands of the United States in an exhibition billed as the Scythians” (which presented material from largest and most complete ever assembled the Hermitage and the museums in Kyiv), from the Scythian material in Ukraine. this exhibition will showcase a broad range Titled “Gold of the Nomads: Scythian of objects, virtually unknown masterpieces, Treasures from Ancient Ukraine,” the exhi- that have been excavated in the last two bition, which features a comprehensive col- decades – some as recently as a year ago – lection of rare Scythian gold objects for cer- and have never been seen in this country. emony, adornment and battle, begins its tour The “Gold of the Nomads” exhibition is of the United States, opening at the San co-organized by the Walters Art Gallery and Antonio Museum of Art on November 7. the San Antonio Museum of Art. It is curat- The exhibition will then be on view at ed by Dr. Ellen D. Reeder, curator of the Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore (March ancient art at the Walters Art Gallery, in col- 7-May 28, 2000) and subsequently travel on laboration with Dr. Gerry Scott III, curator to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, of ancient art, and interim director 1997- the Brooklyn Museum of Art, Nelson- 1999, at the San Antonio Museum of Art. Atkins Museum in Kansas City and the Dr. Lada Onyshkevych, an archaeologist Grand Palais in Paris. with a Ph.D. in art and archaeology of the The exhibition is the largest ever organ- Mediterranean World, has been engaged at ized by Ukraine and the first sent to the the Walters Gallery as curatorial assistant United States since Ukraine gained its inde- for the exhibit. She is also the author of the pendence in 1991. opening essay, “Scythia and the Scythians,” The exquisite gold objects included in in the exhibition catalogue. Gorytos cover (quiver for bow and arrows), featuring intricate metalwork, a figural “Gold of the Nomads” tell the story of the A landmark exhibition narrative as well as animal combat scenes, naturalistic detail, and vegetal ornament, Scythians through more than 170 works of 4th century B.C., gold, from the Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine, Kyiv. art drawn from the Museum of Historical Revealing newly excavated works of art, Treasures of Ukraine, Kyiv; the Institute of as well as important recent scholarship that Archaeology of the Academy of Sciences of has been carried out based on access to Ukraine, Kyiv; and the State Historical sites, objects and publications not readily Archaeological Preserve, Pereiaslav- available to the West before the dissolution On loan from rich collections in Ukraine Khmelnytskyi. The more than 170 objects included who have lived in what is now of the Soviet Union, the exhibit is able to in “Gold of the Nomads: Scythian Ukraine, from the Stone Age to the While incorporating some of the items provide a more complete picture of Treasures from Ancient Ukraine” are present. Its archaeological collections Scythian culture and its art than was previ- gathered from the rich collections of are among the largest and most impor- ously possible. three institutions in Ukraine: the tant on the territories of the former “Many of the recently excavated objects National Museum of the History of Soviet Union, ranking behind those of Tour schedule in the exhibition constitute a new chapter, n Ukraine, the Institute of Archaeology San Antonio Museum of Art: even a new book, on the interrelationships only Moscow and St. Petersburg. of the Academy of Sciences of November 7, 1999 - January 30, 2000. of the ancient Aegean world, the ancient The museum traces its origins to Ukraine and the State Historical n Near East, and the steppes that extend from 1897 when Borys Khanenko, a lead- Archaeological Preserve in Pereiaslav- Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore: north of the Black Sea as far as the Altai ing archaeologist, patron of the arts March 7 - May 28, 2000. Republic near Mongolia,” Dr. Reeder noted Khmelnytskyi. and public figure, became chairman of n in describing the landmark nature of the With recent geo-political changes – a newly organized History and Arts Los Angeles County Museum of Art: the collapse of the Soviet Union and July 2 - September 24, 2000. exhibition. Society in Kyiv. Two years later, dur- Ukraine’s independence – material ing an international archaeological n In the more than 20 years since Brooklyn Museum of Art: October Scythian objects were last seen in the from these institutions was able to congress, the society arranged an 29, 2000 - January 21, 2001. United States, a tremendous amount of travel to the United States for the first exhibition in what it hoped would n excavation has been carried out in time in more than two decades. become a new museum. That exhibi- Nelson Atkins Museum of Art, Ukraine. Some of the most most extraordi- The National Museum of the tion, built largely around Khanenko’s Kansas City: May 27 - August 11, nary finds were uncovered only in the last History of Ukraine is a treasury of the private collection of antiquities, led to 2001. two decades, and excavations continue to nation’s heritage and culture. The the creation of a Municipal History n Grand Palais, Paris: September 25 - explore some of the more than 40,000 kur- museum’s collections preserve the his- December 31, 2001. tory and art of all the various peoples (Continued on page 17) (Continued on page 17)

BOOK REVIEW: Scythian treasures to be treasured “Scythian Gold: Treasures from Ancient Ukraine,” edited by Ellen D. Reeder. New (early on, these were primarily faunal; depth-of-field problems; the entire object, York: Harry Abrams Inc. in association with the Walters Art Gallery (Baltimore) and later, Greek themes were preferred). The whether ring or cup, statue or amphora, the San Antonio Museum of Art, 1999. 352 pp., 240 color plates. $60. explanations of why only certain animals bowl or necklace, is always in focus. were repeatedly depicted (eagle, leopard I particularly appreciated the multiple by Ingert Kuzych ancient and modern sources on the or stag) while others (fox, wolf or tor- views or close-ups of some of the more Scythians; and an index. toise) were virtually ignored – and inter- spectacular gold objects. Of particular This beautiful book is a complete Frequently, in exhibition art catalogues pretations of what the various animal note are the gorytos (bow and arrow case; record of the fabulous exhibit “Gold of of this type, the introductory essays (usu- poses/transformations might have meant Figure 105, four views), a decorated hel- the Nomads: Scythian Treasures from ally consisting solely of text) are very dry or represented – make for fascinating met (Figure 124, five scenes), a drinking Ancient Ukraine.” But it is also much and are written by scholars trying to reading. cup with horses (Figure 134, two views), more. It serves as an excellent introduc- impress their peers. I find myself usually Most of the remaining articles are by and a finial (the top decoration of a pole tion to these influential ancient peoples, skipping over these articles and going scholars from Ukraine; they are generally or staff; Figure 136, five views). The last as well as their art. This dual function is straight to the illustrations. Things hap- shorter, but still contain many additional figure in the catalogue, number 172, has intentional as it is hoped this volume will pened differently for me this time. Yes, I valuable descriptions and illustrations. six views of the famous pectoral (see arti- be used as a college-level textbook in confess, I did skim through the second The fine translations of these pieces were cle on page 15). Thankfully, this item classes dealing with ancient eastern (exhibit) part first, but I soon went back carried out by Dr. Onyshkevych and was included in the catalogue, even European and/or Central Asian art histo- and started reading the first section, Motrja Paluch, who deserve the highest though it is not known whether it will be ry. If indeed this turns out to be the case because it, too, is filled with colorful praise for the effort they expended in ren- released for display at any of the venues. then, I must say, this will be one of the attention-grabbing pictures and I wanted dering some fairly complex Ukrainian- Several reconstructions of elaborate most gorgeous textbooks any student will to know what they were all about. and Russian-language originals into very women’s headdresses and costumes ever possess. I own quite a number of The first essay “Scythia and the readable English. It should also be men- (Figures 15, 16, 18, 43, 108 and 109) are exhibit-related museum art books, but Scythians” is by Lada Onyshkevych, tioned that these ladies were responsible also shown, as is the complete body armor this is clearly one of the best. I cannot curatorial assistant for the exhibition at for ensuring that all transliterations and weaponry of a Scythian warrior say enough nice things about it! the Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore. Not throughout the book are from Ukrainian (Figure 10). Of great help in the catalog First, a few words about the book’s only is it a fine background chapter, but it – not Russian. Very refreshing! descriptions themselves is the cross refer- general organization. It is composed of contains some striking plates showing The catalogue portion of the volume is encing that indicates what objects were two major sections. The first part of a how Scythian men and women dressed. a delight. Most of the objects are depict- found together. All in all, a very attractive, hundred pages or so, consists of nine The next two articles, “Scythian Art” by ed at close to actual size (some spread comprehensive and useful reference work essays dealing with the Scythians and the editor of the book, Ellen Reeder, and across two full pages) and many of the on these fascinating peoples and their art. their art. The second (catalogue) part “Early Nomadic Sources for Scythian smaller pieces are enlarged to present P.S.: I was able to obtain this volume records the 172 objects from the exhibit; Art” by Esther Jacobson, compliment details. The photography, mostly by at a 30 percent discount by ordering over it is followed by maps; an extensive 745- each other nicely and detail the influ- Lynton Gardiner and Bruce White, can the Internet from Barnes and Noble. The citation, 15-page bibliography of both ences on Scythian artistic traditions only be described as superb. There are no address is: http://www.bn.com/ No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 15

FFOOCCUUSS OONN PPHHIILLAATTEELLYY by Ingert Kuzych and Volodymyr Bekhtir

The golden pectoral from Tovsta Mohyla During the summer of 1971, Ukrainian and gold sculpture. Evidently, much of archeologists working near the city of the latter were crafted in these trading Ordzhonikidze in the Dnipropetrovsk locales (and not imported from Greece Oblast unearthed one of the richest itself) because the artisans, who frequent- Scythian burial sites ever found. The site ly depicted the Scythians in the artwork was a 35-foot-high burial mound, or bar- sold to them, knew their subjects inti- row, called the Tovsta Mohyla (fat bar- mately and reproduced them in amazing row), and it lay in an area where a great detail. What eventually developed was a deal of construction was slated to take distinctive “Scythian style.” Much of place. These burial mounds dot the what we know about the Scythian way of Ukrainian steppes and almost always life comes from this Scythian-influenced, contain the remains of some long-forgot- Greek colonial artwork, which unfortu- ten personage. They seldom retain any nately is all too rarely found. treasure, however, as most were long ago Once the 2,400-year-old Tovsta Figure 1 looted. Mohyla had been leveled by bulldozers, The Scythians were a mostly nomadic the archeologists set about removing the golden breastplate, or pectoral, weighing format of this article, which will focus in people that lived on the steppes north of soil from a shaft leading to a tomb. They some two and a half pounds. How had detail on the subject of a single stamp, in the Black Sea for almost a thousand years were soon delighted to realize that this these treasures been missed by the order to give the reader an appreciation – from the 7th century B.C. to the 3rd barrow was unusual since it was undis- thieves? The excavators speculate that for the truly stunning piece of craftsman- century A.D. They reached their zenith turbed (not since 1912 had an unplun- part of the tomb may have caved in prior ship that it depicts. to the time the robbers actually entered it; during the 4th century B.C., when many dered burial mound been explored). A description of the pectoral of the Scythian tribes were united into a Inside a main tomb they found the the resulting earthslide may have covered Scythian state, but over time their territo- skeleton of a woman described as a over the pieces. The pectoral is 12 inches in diameter ry shrank under pressure from more pow- princess. She was surrounded by golden In the decades since the discovery, the and is divided into three curving frieze- erful neighbors. treasure: on her head was a gold head- pectoral has been displayed in countless like sections or panels, each bordered by They established strong commercial piece; she wore jewelry consisting of a books, magazines and newspapers; it has twisted gold cords. The upper and lower become the representation of high connections with the Greek city-states on necklace, earrings, two rings and three sections show sculpted faunal compo- Scythian artwork and is one of Ukraine’s the northern Black Sea shore, providing bracelets – all of gold; and her gown was nents, while the central is made up of var- greatest archeological treasures. them with grains, livestock, fish, furs and stitched with golden plaques. ious curling floral elements (Figure 2). slaves. In return, Greek artisans in these Alongside the princess, in an alabaster The philatelic connection The lower panel displays a number of cities provided their Scythian patrons sarcophagus, were the bones of a 2-year- examples of combative animal action. In with finished goods such as pottery, fine old girl, doubtless her daughter, who had At this point the reader may well ask: the middle of this section one sees three ceramics, jewelry, and works of silver been laid to rest wearing much the same O.K., what does all this have to do with scenes of horses being attacked by jewelry, only in miniature. Since the stamps? The answer is that this year on griffins. Further on the right a boar con- child’s casket had been brought into the March 20 Ukraine Post released a set of fronts a leopard and a lion, while on the tomb by a separate entrance, the archeol- four stamps titled “Scythian Gold” (see far left a deer succumbs to the same two ogists presumed that the girl had been Figure 1). Each stamp depicted a predators. Even further to the right and Scythian buried some time after her mother, who Scythian object discovered over the past left are examples of a hound chasing a perhaps died giving birth to her. century and a half – one of which is the rabbit, and in front of the rabbit are two Close by these remains were the bones splendid pectoral mentioned above. grasshoppers ready to spring toward each legacies of several retainers: a driver of a wooden Although such treasure is very worthy other. by Ingert Kuzych funeral carriage; an armed young man, of philatelic depiction, we were disap- The insects complete the lower faunal perhaps meant to guard the princess in pointed that the one piece so universally panel and at the same time provide a nat- The Scythian predilection for the afterlife; and two young women, recognized as the epitome of Scythian art- ural transition to middle floral section, costly ornamentation is understand- probably there to wait on the princess. work should be reduced to such a small which differs from the other two in that it able. Since so many of them chose As marvelous as these discoveries size. Virtually no details can be distin- is “lined” by a flat plate to which the to remain nomads, it was only prac- were, still more excitement lay in store. guished. Couldn’t only one (enlarged) ornaments are attached. This segment tical to accumulate wealth in forms In a separate grave excavators came part of the pectoral have been shown? Or, contains various types of flowers and that could be readily transported: across the scattered bones of a man, better yet, could not such an important vines; many of the former were formerly either as livestock (that could be about 50 years old, presumably the hus- piece of the world’s artistic heritage have encrusted with azure (sky blue) enamel herded) or as adornment for them- band of the princess. The way his been shown in a more appropriate format, petals. (The golden pectoral thus graphi- selves or their horses. Their amaz- remains were tossed about made it clear such as on a souvenir sheet? It is the cally displayed Ukraine’s colors 2,400 ingly detailed and realistic artwork that his tomb had been ransacked, but regret that we feel for the inadequacy of years ago.) In addition, five sculptures of depicted animals so frequently that patient digging revealed three priceless the philatelic presentation that has caused birds are included in various poses. a distinct Scythian zoomorphic, or treasures overlooked by the robbers: a us to set ink to paper to try and remedy The two lower panels, as delightful as animal style, has been described. gold-wrapped whip, a sword with a gold- what the stamp design department of they are, still only serve as a prelude to Nevertheless, there are many other plated hilt protruding from a gold scab- Ukraine Post failed to do. This sense of wonderful legacies of the Scythian- bard, and – most spectacular of all – a disappointment also explains the unusual (Continued on page 20) era that have come down to us. The Scythians were renowned warriors, almost exclusively caval- rymen, at a time when others relied mostly on foot soldiers and chari- ots. They were the first to invent trousers, which aided them in their riding. They frequently wore scale armor made of iron, a form of pro- tection that had been around for many centuries. But the Scythians may have been the ones who took the idea one step further. They are now thought to have been responsi- ble for the invention of chain mail, which offers superior protection but is lighter than scale armor. On the move, the Scythians almost seemed part of their mounts (particularly the men, as the women usually rode in wagons); seldom dismounting to eat or drink, they sated their hunger or thirst as they rode. This custom almost certainly (Continued on page 20) Figure 2 Figure 3 16 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

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RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Those who me spawns the vision which my hand Apart from the historical writings of grew up among Ukrainians of Passaic, draws onto the canvas. The world of Greek authorities such as Herodotus, who N.J., area, remember well the Martyniuk nature provides myriad beautiful forms provides an exceptional account of girls, Nila, Larysa and Zirka. All three and colors to which I turn for inspiration. Scythian culture (albeit one that is filtered were active in Plast, spent much time Whether the gentle petals of a flower or with their family, and were interested through his preconception of the Scythians the rugged face of a mountain, nature and involved in Ukrainian culture. as savage warriors), much of what is known provides the backdrop on which I express about the Scythians has been uncovered Larysa Martyniuk, today a resident of my joy, my sorrow, my peace and tur- through archaeological excavations of their Colorado, is now a visual artist who moil.” burial mounds. works in acrylics, watercolor and mixed In her most recent work, you will find While warfare clearly played a central media. highly detailed, analytical dissections of role in Scythian life, the astonishing art they Ms. Martyniuk pursued her father’s common plants integrated with a back- left behind reveals a more complete picture interest in horticulture by studying botany of their culture, and illustrates their devel- and her mother’s love of Ukrainian drop of blue skies and sunsets. There is a oped and unique artistic sensitivity. embroideries and folk art by studying art. Dali-esque quality to it now – her surreal A fierce nomadic warrior people, the As a youngster she tagged along when Colorado landscapes floating across and Scythians originated in the Central Asian her father took the late Maestro juxtaposed against other pisages. Thus, steppes sometime in the early first millenni- Mychajlo Moroz to interesting and sce- the artist illustrates and questions the um B.C. They migrated and settled in what nic sites around Hunter, N.Y. When they complexity of time versus image, illusion is present-day Ukraine where they flour- set up their easels and palettes, her dad versus reality, pain versus joy. ished from the 7th to the 3rd centuries B.C., would provide her with canvas and There is a quiet stillness in her work, Larysa Martyniuk’s “Sunflowers at growing rich through trade with the Greeks paints, and she would join them, painting peaceful, balanced, reflecting perhaps her Dusk” (1986). in grain, furs and amber. Profits from this happily for hours. In later years, even in own maturity. Her tall stalks of laven- der/blue delphinium reach for the skies, the Arts Week” whose purpose is to trade brought Scythians the wealth to com- her darkest moments, she would contin- expose students to a vast array of fine and mission lavish gold and silver objects for ue to find refuge and joy in her work and beyond the stone walls and the plains. And, studies of bright pink hollyhocks performing arts. She also gets involved in adornment, ceremony and battle both from these early memories. her son’s local school productions, build- their own artists and from the finest Greek Combining this love of botany and and and lone cyclamen evoke both joy and solitude. ing and setting up stage designs – tasks goldsmiths in the Greek cities along the Ukrainian art forms, she first produced that she enjoys immensely. northern coast of the Black Sea. huge paintings of Georgia O’Keefe- The devoted mother of a 9-year-old son, Slavko, Ms. Martyniuk spends much Her work was prominently featured in Despite their mastery of the crucial trade styled virginal orchids and other flow- the The Parade of Homes, a once-a-year of the time she doesn’t dedicate to her crossroad to the Black Sea, by the 3rd cen- ers, each a study in lush, vibrant and event sponsored by the Housing and work teaching youngsters and giving pri- tury B.C., the Scythians, who had aban- enticing panoramas, full of passion and Building Association of Colorado that vate art lessons. During the past four years doned their nomadic lifestyle for the pros- sensuality. presents a display of the best new homes she has participated in the Imagination perous, settled life that trade had brought At the same time, Ms. Martyniuk in an area, which are completely fur- Celebration sponsored nationally by the them, were invaded by the Sarmatians. The became involved in the intricate design nished and decorated. Open to the public, Kennedy Center for the Arts. In this exhibit closes with several superb of Ukrainian styles based on Hutsul and these homes showcase the latest technol- Sarmatian gold objects. Trypillian colors, which were applied capacity, she works closely with the local onto hope chests and tables, produced by school system in providing a “Focus on (Continued on page 23) Extraordinary art her father-in-law, the late Oleh Hladky. The extraordinary objects the Scythians When she moved to Colorado and was left behind provide evidence of a sophisti- introduced to the expansive landscapes cated interchange between the artistic tradi- of its deserts and canyons, she incorpo- tions of Central Asia, the Near East and rated these into her florals. The outside Greece. world began to intrude onto her intimate Many of the works of art are in the ani- images. As her own life progressed, her mal style associated with the Central Asian work reflected its changes. steppes, while others reflect influence from Ms. Martyniuk explained: “What my ancient Near Eastern cultures. Still other eyes can see, my mind can absorb. And objects reveal a fusion of the animal style with Near Eastern motifs and Greek iconography and style. For example, the Greeks’ intricate metal- On loan... working techniques, love of figural narra- (Continued from page 14) tives, naturalistic detail and fondness for Museum, later renamed the National vegetal ornament became invigorated by Museum of the History of Ukraine. The the Scythian predilection for depictions of Museum of Historical Treasures is a animals, often in fierce combat, and designs branch of the National Museum of the that convey swirling, restless movement. History of Ukraine and was built in The result is a unique style that success- 1969 to house the gold and silver fully fuses disparate artistic sensibilities. archaeological objects from the National Museum’s collection. A significant part of this collection is devoted specifically to the rich and unique culture of the Scythians. The Institute of Archaeology of the Academy of Sciences of Ukraine hous- es Ukraine’s largest collection of archaeological finds. The collection of the institute was launched in the early 20th century and today numbers hun- dreds of thousands of objects, dating from earliest times to the late Middle Ages. Every year, the collection is enhanced by hundreds of new objects recovered from archaeological excava- tions. Most of the works of art lent to “Gold of the Nomads” from the insti- tute were excavated within the last 10 years, with several objects discovered as recently as 1998. The State Historical Archaeological Preserve (Pereiaslav-Khmelnytskyi) encompasses more than 130 19th and early 20th century Ukrainian structures. Set together on sprawling grounds near Kyiv, the preserve brings the rich history of Ukraine of life. In addition to the Sphinx earring, with gold and enamel structures, the preserve’s collection inlays, 4th century B.C., from the includes a significant archive of archaeo- Museum of Historical Treasures of logical objects, spanning more than Ukraine, Kyiv. 2,000 years. 18 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

Ottawa activists raise funds to help physician from Ukraine OTTAWA – In the beginning of Women’s League about the aforemen- November 1998, the prospects for Dr. tioned fund-raiser. The league, affiliated Ihor Homziak were dismal at best. The with St. John’s Ukrainian Catholic Shrine Lviv resident, being without hearing, in Ottawa, agreed to help. Mrs. Ford and found himself “psychologically very Mrs. Talanczuk joined Mrs. Bociurkiw, low.” Once a respected physician in his and, with the computer support of hometown, he had completely lost his Mychailo Ryndzak, the three initiated the hearing in 1988, when a police officer campaign with their own grocery money. beat him at an anti-Communist rally in When Dr. Homziak came to Canada for his hometown. This impairment left him pre-surgery examinations, they provided unable to practice medicine and support him with meals and accommodations. And his wife, Angela Ostapiuk, and his two when administration funds dwindled – as sons. they often did – the women continued to But, eight years later, the doctor’s hopes contribute to the cause. were rekindled in anticipation of a fund- On November 2, 1998, the Ottawa raising effort in Canada to restore his hear- Citizen published an article about their ing. It went well at first, but in October effort. This one story catapulted its 1998 the effort tapered off, having raised progress, and by January of this year, $20,000 – half of what was needed to cover over $50,000 in cash and medical equip- the cost of surgery. ment was collected. Dr. Homziak went in Enter the selfless perseverance of the to the Sunnybrook Health Science Center undaunted trio that began the fund-raiser. of Toronto for surgery on January 18. He Comprising Vera Bociurkiw, Pearl Ford successfully received cochlear implants and Marta Talanczuk, the group dedicated and his hearing is now restored. itself to the task even when it seemed Several months later the 38-year-old impossible. physician returned to Lviv to help others in It all had begun when Mrs. Bociurkiw need in his native land, and the three self- was visiting relatives in Lviv in 1996. By less women to whom his surgery is indebt- chance meeting with the dejected doctor ed have been commended by the Ukrainian at a party, she opened her heart to his Canadian Professional and Business plight, and after returning to Canada, she Association of Ottawa as “truly inspiring approached the Ukrainian Catholic examples of Christian values in action.”

Wayne Hiebert, The Ottawa Citizen Members of an ad hoc committee in Ottawa that raised funds to help a Ukrainian doctor have his hearing restored: (from left) Pearl Ford, Vera Bociurkiw, Mychailo Ryndzak and Marta Talanczuk. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 19 Chicago society helps Plast in Ukraine Ford donates $5 million to Wayne State University we are focusing on myriad efforts to further research and enhance educational opportu- Portion of funds to support nities. It’s a win for everyone involved.” In the College of Engineering, the latest programs with Ukraine contribution will support high school pro- PR Newswire grams for women and minorities. Both the Women in Engineering training program DETROIT – Wayne State University and and the High School Engineering Training Ford Motor Co. have announced a five- Institute were developed to increase the year, $5 million contribution from the Ford number of underrepresented minorities and Motor Co. Fund, the philanthropic arm of women in engineering. The grant also will the company, to support major initiatives at support the Higher Learning Education WSU in engineering, business, occupational Program (HELP), which offers tutoring for health, libraries and foreign language undergraduate engineering students in instruction, including business programs mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology, targeted at Eastern Europe, such as an computer science and engineering courses. exchange program with the International HELP also offers personal counseling, Management Institute in Lviv. career counseling and professional develop- “Wayne State is extremely grateful for ment assistance. this wonderful affirmation of Ford Motor School of Business Administration pro- Company’s continuing partnership with the grams supported by the contribution include university in so many important areas,” said the Student Honors Program for Minority WSU President Irvin D. Reid. “This grant Excellence, in which students work in will enable us to significantly advance our Detroit businesses as their laboratory for CHICAGO – On August 3-14, the Prosvita Society of Poltava, headed by Mykola urban mission through high-quality research study. Kulchynsky, organized a Plast camp near Poltava for 70 children and 10 coun- and increased access to higher education for The grant also will fund the school’s selors. These children very enthusiastically carried out all of the planned activities all groups. It also helps us to provide the Global Perspectives in Management pro- and afterwards, some of the young people had a chance to take part in Plast technological and curricular tools to assist gram and Eastern European internships, camps in Khmelnytski, Uzhorod, Bolekhiv and Lviv. A culminating point was the students in meeting the challenges of which allow candidates for master’s degrees celebration of Ukraine’s Independence Day on August 24 when Plast members today’s global economy.” in business administration from abroad to from all of Ukraine came to Kyiv. The Ukrainian Language Society of Chicago The grant marks the continuation of a study and understand the free market sys- (TUM) partially funded the Plast camp in Poltava. The society is currently looking well-established relationship between tem. The programs include an M.B.A. for sponsors to buy Plast uniforms for the “plastuny” of Poltava. For more informa- Wayne State and Ford. exchange agreement with the Lviv Institute tion, or to support these projects write to: Ukrainian Language Society-Chicago, “Ford Motor Company’s support for of Management in Ukraine 425 Ridge Ave., Clarendon Hills, IL 60514. higher education continues to be a top prior- In the College of Pharmacy and Allied ity as we strive to become the world’s lead- Health Professions, the grant will support ing consumer company for automotive the Environmental Exposure Facility. The products and services,” said Helen school will use the facility to assess the Need a back issue? If you’d like to obtain a back issue of The Ukrainian Weekly, Petrauskas, Ford Motor Co. vice-president effects of inhalation exposure to irritants, of environmental and safety engineering particulate and microbial products. send $2 per copy (first-class postage included) to: and the company’s executive sponsor for The department also will use a portion of Administration, The Ukrainian Weekly, WSU. “Our relationship with Wayne State 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. is a partnership in the truest sense. Together, (Continued on page 21)

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rated golden bands that display trifolio- PACKAGES TO UKRAINE The golden pectoral... late, trident-like designs. All of the sculpt- (Continued from page 15) ed figures of four men and 44 animals the main theme, which is revealed in the were first manufactured separately and as low as $ .49 per Lb compositions of the upper pastoral sec- then carefully soldered into position on tion of the pectoral. the pectoral. DNIPRO CO The focus of the entire creation is the Researchers feel that this pectoral is central scene in the upper panel, where not simply a decorative ornament, but NEWARK, NJ PHILADELPHIA CLIFTON, NJ also served as a cult item. Its composition two men, stripped to the waist, sew what in three parts reflects the cosmic outlook 698 Sanford Ave 1801 Cottman Ave 565 Clifton Ave appears to be a wooly shirt, stretched of the Scythians, which was made up of Tel. 973-373-8783 Tel. 215-728-6040 Tel. 973-916-1543 between them (Figure 3). To fill in space three spheres of existence: the supernatu- *Pick up service available and center the composition, the artist ral sphere found within or under the earth hung a quiver, called a gorytus, over the and populated by wild, dangerous and shirt. This bow-and-arrow case is so evil forces; the astral cosmic sphere; and detailed that we can see individual the atmosphere, inhabited by men and arrows, which were placed inside a sepa- creatures. rate pouch next to the bow carrying sec- UKRAINIANUKRAINIAN TVTV NETWORKNETWORK tion. A second gorytus lies next to the Will we see the pectoral? right figure (apparently Scythian warriors KYIV, LVIV always preferred to have their main North Americans of Ukrainian extrac- weapon close at hand). Both goryti even tion will now have an opportunity to Philadelphia, Chicago, Sacramento show miniature scenes of heroes battling view for themselves some of their monsters. ancient homeland’s most prized treas- ures. Over the next 15 months, a fabulous Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, Manitoba The Scythian on the left, partially exhibit titled “Gold of the Nomads: turned from the viewer, pulls on the skin Scythian Treasures from Ancient with his left hand. His right hand holds a Ukraine” will travel to four locales needle, but this becomes evident only across the U.S.: San Antonio, Baltimore, when one views the pectoral from the Los Angeles and New York (see story on reverse side. The figure on the right sits page 14). Included may be the famed on his left leg; he, too, pulls the skin golden pectoral itself, which has only taught with his left hand while his right, once previously (1975) been allowed to linking our communities ! holds a long needle or awl. The detail on tour North America. these figures is incredible: individual Over the years, the notoriety achieved muscles rippling on the back and arms are by this artifact has caused it to become a easy to distinguish, as are tufts of hairs on virtual national symbol and the Ukrainian the warriors’ heads and beards. government is now rather reluctant to To the right and left of the central release it for showings abroad. It is doubt- group are cows and mares with calves ful that the pectoral will appear in San and foals. The realism here also is note- Antonio, but negotiations continue for it worthy: a horse scratches itself with a to appear in Baltimore and the subsequent hoof, young animals suckle or rest. venues. Ukrainian officials have offered Interspersed on each side are two other to substitute an exact replica of the pec- male figures. On the right, a young shep- toral, but American museums much prefer herd milks a ewe; on the left, a young to display originals. man is shown holding an amphora in one Whether or not the pectoral (original or hand, while with the other he prepares to otherwise) is presented, the plethora of stopper it with a bundle of grass – in the spectacular objects that will be shown same way that various ancient peoples (see catalogue review on page 14 for tel: 1 800 KONTAKT - fax: 416 762-4880 prevented their milk from souring too highlights) promises to make this exhibi- quickly. tion a truly not-to-be-missed event. Further along the panel on both sides, e-mail: [email protected] beyond the sheep, are goats and kids, and Dr. Ingert Kuzych may be reached at finally birds. The three panels are joined P.O. Box 3, Springfield VA 22150, or by 2118A Bloor St. W., Toronto, Ont. M6S 1M8 together at both ends by beautifully deco- e-mail at: [email protected]

and launch a fresh volley of arrows over ÅìÑúåé ‚ äéçíÄäíß ! Scythian... the rumps of their retreating horses, thus (Continued from page 15) leaving the dust-enveloped enemy in dis- is responsible for the stories of half-man, array. During the last centuries B.C., half-horse centaurs in Greek mythology. when the Scythians were already in The Scythians left their mark on the decline, they taught this tactic to the Parthians with whom they sometimes names of the major rivers in Ukraine warred. The Parthians used this knowl- SUPPORT THE WORK OF THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY. today, since the root “don” or “dan” edge effectively against the Romans who, Send contributions to: The Ukrainian Weekly Press Fund, means river in the Scytho-Iranian lan- in the end, were never able to conquer guage. So, beginning in the west and 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054 these eastern neighbors. The expression heading east, we have the Danube, the of a “parting shot,” meaning a surprise D[a]nister, the D[a]nipro, the Donets and attack just when the victim assumes the the Don Rivers. battle – verbal or otherwise – is over, Especially during their early wander- may well come from the Scythian tactic ings in the late 7th and 6th centuries directly, or indirectly through a “Parthian B.C., large groups of Scythians pillaged shot.” the ancient Near East and cities such as Finally, much of what we know about UKRAINIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA Nineveh and Babylon; they even terror- the Scythians was recorded by the Greek LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS ized Palestine. Some of these groups historian Herodotus. Although up to a eventually settled down; one of the cities IF YOU ARE A PHYSICIAN, DENTIST, OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL century ago many scoffed at his stories, of the Decapolis (Greek-speaking eastern most of what he set down has proven to EITHER PRACTICING OR TRAINING, HERE’S YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN Galilee at the time of Christ) was named YOUR COLLEAGUES IN NORTH AMERICA’S PREMIER ASSOCIATION OF HEALTH PROFESSIONALS. be accurate. So, even his tales of Scythopolis (city of the Scythians). It Amazons, warrior women who inhabited FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE WRITE TO: eventually became Beth Shan and is the area east of the great bend of the UKRAINIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA today Bet Shean. Dnipro River (roughly today’s 2247 W. CHICAGO AVENUE Although the Scythians did have Zaporizhia Oblast) need to be considered CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60622 mounted spear men, their primary seriously. According to Herodotus, the TELEPHONE: 773-278-6262 weapon was the double-curved bow (the Amazons initially skirmished with the OR FAX YOUR REQUEST TO 773-278-6962 type cupid is frequently shown using to Scythians but eventually intermingled shoot his arrows of love). A powerful NAME: ______with them. Many Scythian burials have weapon, its range, according to one been found of women buried with ADDRESS: ______ancient Greek inscription, could reach weapons. So, although most Scythian CITY: ______570 yards – a phenomenal distance, if women probably did not fight, there may true. well have been a female warrior class. STATE: ______ZIP: ______Scythian tactics were to advance on an It is not known, however, if they in DAYTIME PHONE: ______enemy shooting fusillades of arrows. any way resembled the comic book char- They would plunge forward as if to acter Wonder Woman, who is supposed attack, but at the last instant wheel away to be a Scythian Amazon princess. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 21

Cincinnati experts head for Kharkiv CINCINNATI – A team of Cincinnati experts has gone to the Cincinnati’s sis- ter city of Kharkiv in Ukraine to run “train the trainers” programs for a grow- ing body of people interested in address- ing domestic violence issues. This work coincided with the designation of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States. The team is led by Jody Grundy, a member of the board of trustees of the Cincinnati-Kharkiv Sister City Project. This non-profit organization won a grant to train law enforcement officers and social workers in Kharkiv in how to pre- vent domestic violence. Ms. Grundy left October 15 for Kharkiv, bringing with her a team of Cincinnati expets: Ann MacDonald, executive director of Women Helping Women; Officer Jim Brown, recruit investigator and police trainer, Cincinnati Police Recruiting Unit; and Pamela Sears, chief assistant, Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office. Besides her volunteer work on the board of trustees of the Cincinnati- Kharkiv Sister City Project, Ms. Grundy is a practicing psychotherapist. Domestic violence often has not been considered a problem, however, a new awareness is growing, and counseling and facilities to deal with domestic vio- lencet must be established. Ms. Grundy traveled to Kharkiv in May to speak with people in the fields of law, city government and non-govern- mental organizations to see what need to be done and how experts from Cincinnati can help. This contact already has been helping women’s organizations work toward their goals of setting up shelters and crisis centers. Working with the team of Cincinnati experts now in Kharkiv is a task force including representatives from the YWCA, Women Helping Women, coun- ty and city prosecutors, local courts, medical personnel and police. The team’s work is funded by a grant from the U.S. State Department, which came through Sister Cities International To The Weekly to the Cincinnati-Kharkiv Sister City Contributors: Project. The grant funds programs runs We greatly appreciate the materials – fea- by six pairs of sister cities in the United ture articles, news stories, press clippings, States and the former Soviet Union. letters to the editor, and the like – we receive from our readers. In order to facili- tate preparation of The Ukrainian Weekly, we ask that the guidelines listed below be Ford donates... followed. (Continued from page 19) ® this latest Ford contribution to support the News stories should be sent in not later Ford Motor Co. Minority Scholarship than 10 days after the occurrence of a given event. ® Fund, which provides financial assistance All materials must be typed (or legibly for minority students for tuition, books, hand-printed) and double-spaced. ® research and travel-related expenses. Photographs (originals only, no photo- In addition, the contribution will sup- copies oir computer printouts) submitted port efforts by the Foreign Language for publication must be accompanied by Technology Center in the College of captions. Photos will be returned only Liberal Arts to convert an antiquated lan- when so requested and accompanied by a stamped, addressed envelope. guage audio laboratory and a group ® instruction classroom into a modern 120- Full names (i.e., no initials) and their cor- rect English spellings must be provided. seat distance learning facility for foreign ® Newspaper and magazine clippings language and cultural instruction. The must be accompanied by the name of center will provide global television the publication and the date of the edi- broadcasts of foreign languages, using tion. ® advanced video and Internet technolo- Information about upcoming events gies to reach learners elsewhere in must be received one week before the Michigan and around the world. date of The Weekly edition in which the information is to be published. The Ford grant will enable the David ® Adamany Undergraduate Library, operat- Persons who submit any materials must ed by University Libraries, to immedi- provide a daytime phone number where they may be reached if any additional ately add another 10,000 volumes to its information is required. ® book collection. The move enables the Unsolicited materials submitted for pub- library to take a significant step toward lication will be returned only when so HE KRAINIAN EEKLY its long-term goal of 100,000 volumes requested and accompanied by a T U W supporting the full range of subjects in stamped, addressed envelope. Visit our archive on the Internet at: http://www.ukrweekly.com/ the undergraduate curriculum. 22 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

Player Position Team (League) GPGAPTSPIM Alexander Alexeev D Las Vegas (IHL) 10 0 3 3 4 Ukrainian pro hockey update Tacoma (WCL) 26 2 11 13 28 Peter Ambroziak LW Detroit (IHL) 33 5 8 13 30 Flint (UL) 40 19 27 46 90 by Ihor Stelmach Vitali Andreev F Alexandria (WPL) 53 13 9 22 46 Greg Andrusak D Houston (IHL) 3 0 1 1 2 Chad Antonishyn D Topeka (CL) 47 0 3 3 89 Jeff Antonovich C Tulsa (CL) 70 40 60 100 66 PRO MINOR LEAGUE WRAP-UP franchise records on the trail to the Mike Bajurny LW Odessa (WPL) 40 7 3 10 107 Shannon Basaraba F Charlotte (ECL) 58 10 21 31 34 Calder Cup. The Providence Bruins completed a Wade Belak D St. John s (AHL) 29 0 3 3 92 “I don’t have any hesitation in saying Frank Bialowas LW Portland (AHL) 30 0 0 3 52 remarkable journey from worst to first. these guys are arguably the greatest team Indianapolis (IHL) 16 1 0 1 27 Aaron Boh D Toledo (ECL) 65 11 28 39 226 The American Hockey League’s worst ever to play in the AHL,” said their first- team in 1997-1998, the Baby Bruins Steve Cheredaryk D New OrLeans (ECL) 58 8 15 23 135 year coach Peter Laviolette. “When you Dave Chyzowski LW Kansas City (IHL) 67 24 15 39 147 completed a stunning reversal of fortune consider the winning percentage, the Dave Craievich D Chicago (lHL) 1 0 0 0 0 in 1998-1999 by winning the Calder Cup Mobile (ECL) 60 10 38 48 90 records they broke, the banners they Cam Danyluk F South Carolina (ECL) 3 0 2 2 8 this past summer. Providence bested the won, these guys are arguably the greatest Steve Dowhy C Bakersfield (WCL) 67 33 55 88 101 Rochester Americans in the finals, four ever in the AHL.” Jason Duda LW Wichita (CL) 34 13 24 37 20 games to one. Brad Federenko RW Jacksonville (ECL) 69 27 39 66 34 Below follows a comprehensive sta- Brent Gretzky C Hershey (AHL) 6 2 2 4 2 Goaltender John Grahame posted 15 tistical listing of all professional minor Chicago (IHL) 39 9 19 28 15 playoff wins while forward Peter league hockey players of Ukrainian Asheville (UL) 32 28 42 70 29 Ferraro, the club’s top post-season scorer Garry Gulash D Portland (AHL) 2 0 0 0 11 descent (listed alphabetically) seeing Quad City (UL) 56 10 35 45 342 with 21 points in 19 games, was named action in 1998-1999. Many players flip- Dwayne Gylywoychuk D Central Texas (WPL) 57 2 4 6 80 Most Valuable Player of the playoffs. flopped between different leagues. The Steve Halko D New Haven (AHL) 42 2 7 9 58 En route to the first Calder Cup title Todd Hlushko LW Grand Rapids (IHL) 82 24 26 50 78 minor leagues are certainly well repre- Kelly Hrycun RW Bakersfield (WCL) 68 24 20 44 40 in the seven-year history of the fran- sented by Ukrainian hockey hopefuls. Scott Humeniuk D Baton Rouge (ECL) 53 9 27 36 88 chise, Providence won 71 of 99 games, The professional minor league ranks Phil Husak LW Saginaw (UL) 36 2 4 6 27 establishing an AHL record for most Ryan Huska C Lowell (AHL) 60 5 13 18 70 have greatly expanded over the past sev- Dave Ivaska RW Pensacola (ECL) 61 3 7 10 80 total victories (regular season and play- eral years, providing employment for John Kachur C Wichita (CL) 65 32 25 57 60 offs) in league history. The Bruins set many pucksters from overseas. Sergei Klimentiev D Philadelphia (AHL) 43 5 12 17 99 Milwaukee (IHL) 35 4 11 15 59 four league records and established 26 Stay tuned for the 1999-2000 season. Paul Koch D Chicago (IHL) 53 0 12 12 85 Jeff Kostuch C Miami (ECL) 37 8 10 18 32 Player Team (League) GP MINS W L T GAA PCT Jack Kowal RW Miami (ECL) 65 14 32 46 44 George Bosak Waco (WPL) 19 785 3 7 3 4.74 .856 Rick Kowalsky RW Portland (AHL) 47 6 15 21 85 Mike Buzak Albany (AHL) 48 2382 22 13 3 2.57 .915 Stu Kulak D Phoenix (WCL) 42 11 30 41 36 Phoenix (WCL) 6 357 3 3 0 4.53 .851 Corey Laniuk D Phoenix (WCL) 61 1 2 3 153 Chris Farion Dayton (ECL) 2 27 0 1 0 8.70 .765 Andrew Luciuk F Florida (ECL) 11 2 0 2 4 Mobile (ECL) 1 12 0 0 0 4.63 .750 Asheville (UL) 38 16 16 32 31 Igor Karpenko St. John’s (AHL) 23 1206 5 10 3 3.43 .890 Brad Lukowich D Michigan (IHL) 67 8 21 29 95 Johnstown (ECL) 7 369 4 3 0 3.25 .897 Yuri Lyaskovsky D New Mexico (WPL) 52 4 9 13 25 Dieter Kochan Binghamton (UL) 40 2321 18 16 5 2.97 .907 Dave Lylyk LW Abilene (WPL) 12 0 0 0 6 Taras Lendzyk Charlotte (ECL) 36 2004 14 14 6 3.32 .912 Fort Worth (CL) 44 12 11 23 42 Randy Petruk New Haven (AHL) 1 65 0 0 1 2.77 .912 Eric Maksimenko C Monroe (WPL) 1 0 0 0 0 Florida (ECL) 25 1441 13 10 2 2.75 .896 Dennis Maruk F Lake Charles (WPL) 6 0 2 2 4 Jeff Salajko Portland (AHL) 2 80 0 1 0 5.25 .868 Tom Maryschak D New Mexico (WPL) 21 1 3 4 10 Indianapolis (IHL) 2 80 0 0 1 3.75 .886 Jay Mazur RW Alexandria (WPL) 61 22 53 75 12 Columbus (ECL) 54 3076 30 16 6 3.16 .899 Brad Mehalko RW Las Vegas (IHL) 8 1 0 1 7 Todd Shestok Fresno (WCL) 12 637 5 5 0 4.90 .871 Tacoma (WCL) 49 14 22 36 75 Konstantin Simchuk Las Vegas (IHL) 30 1471 10 10 3 3.06 .901 Marty Melnychuk D Kansas City (IHL) 1 0 0 0 7 Port Huron (UL) 8 405 5 1 1 2.22 .928 Arkansas (WPL) 28 1 3 4 268 Eddy Skazyk Bakersfield (WCL) 32 1677 5 16 4 5.69 .850 Glen Metropolit C Grand Rapids (IHL) 77 28 53 81 92 Sergei Tkachenko Anchorage (WCL) 56 3106 30 17 4 3.36 .897 Chad Michalchuk LW Waco (WPL) 64 32 29 61 224 Jeremy Mylymok D Chicago (IHL) 63 4 6 10 194 Yevgeny Namestnikov D Lowell (AHL) 42 12 14 26 42 Nick Naumenko D Kansas City (IHL) 75 12 27 39 61 David Nemirovsky RW St. John's (AHL) 22 3 9 12 18 NEW NON-STOP JOINT SERVICE Fort Wayne (IHL) 44 22 13 35 24 Mikhail Nemirovsky RW Flint (IHL) 40 17 16 33 28 Stewart Nowosad F Toledo (ECL) 3 0 0 0 0 NEW YORK - KYIV - TASHKENT Jaroslav Obsut D Worcester (AHL) 31 2 8 10 14 Manitoba (IHL) 2 0 0 0 0 Augusta (ECL) 41 11 25 36 42 Ed Olczyk C Chicago (IHL) 7 2 2 4 6 Keith Osborne RW Saginaw (UL) 73 20 49 69 72 Ron Paleczny D Asheville (UL) 9 0 0 0 8 Greg Pankewicz RW Kentucky (AHL) 40 12 17 29 91 Jeff Pawluk D Monroe (WPL) 68 5 26 31 40 Ryan Pawluk LW Arkansas (WPL) 69 43 58 101 20 Doug Pirnak LW Tulsa (CL) 68 11 13 24 254 Ryan Pisiak RW Pee Dee (ECL) 22 0 1 1 174 Mark Polak C Pensacola (ECL) 67 7 17 24 62 Jason Prokopetz F Florida (ECL) 59 6 9 15 191 Boris Protsenko RW Syracuse (AHL) 65 24 24 48 84 Jay Pylypuik D Wheeling (ECL) 10 0 2 2 15 Memphis (CL) 33 3 6 9 24 Sergei Radchenko D Hamilton (AHL) 3 0 0 0 7 Wheeling (ECL) 28 2 3 5 98 Peter Ratchuk D New Haven (AHL) 53 7 20 27 44 Dan Ratushny D Kansas City (IHL) 70 9 32 41 38 Russ Romaniuk LW Las Vegas (IHL) 82 43 20 63 91 Bogdan Rudenko RW Colorado (WCL) 51 13 11 24 174 Brandy Semchuk RW Fresno (WCL) 39 10 11 21 40 UZBEKISTAN Curtis Sheptak LW Portland (AHL) 13 0 3 3 32 Air Ukraine airways Utah (IHL) 60 7 8 15 99 Dean Shmyr D Cleveland (IHL) 3 0 0 0 8 New Mexico (WPL) 41 4 8 12 309 Jason Shmyr LW Manitoba (IHL) 15 1 1 2 262 San Diego (WCL) 2 0 0 0 7 Ryan Shmyr LW San Diego (WCL) 27 0 0 0 176 BOEING 767-300 Jamie Sokolsky D Huntington (ECL) 65 12 30 42 79 Lee Sorochan D Saint John (AHL) 19 1 5 6 37 Fort Wayne (IHL) 45 0 10 10 204 Andrei Srubko D Las Vegas (IHL) 52 0 8 8 164 on and Wayne Strachan RW Thunder Bay (UL) 72 57 71 128 91 FRIDAYS SUNDAYS Mark Strohack D Fort Worth (WPL) 68 6 30 36 69 Joe Suk C Macon (CL) 68 15 26 41 63 Steve Suk C Macon (CL) 63 18 44 62 40 from JFK International Airport Chris Szysky F Grand Rapids (IHL) 0 1 1 2 10 Joey Tetarenko D New Haven (AHL) 65 4 10 14 154 Stanislav Tkatch RW Chicago (IHL) 1 0 0 0 0 INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS Memphis (CL) 30 12 19 31 24 Dean Trboyevich D Anchorage (WCL) 43 2 10 12 133 Josh Tymchak C Asheville (UL) 69 5 4 9 206 Troy Walczak C Madison (UL) 2 0 0 0 0 UZBEKISTAN AIRWAYS Chad Wilchynski D Mobile (ECL) 9 1 1 2 4 Alexandria (WPL) 40 3 14 17 71 1-212-489-3954 (office) Casey Wolak F Baton Rouge (ECL) 3 0 0 0 17 Shawn Yakimishyn C Winston-Salem (UL) 65 24 26 50 172 1-212-245-1005 (ticket reservation) Brendan Yarema C Kansas City (IHL) 69 11 21 32 163 Troy Yarosh D Phoenix (WCL) 4 0 0 0 19 1-800-820-2891 (cargo) Wichita (CL) 35 1 3 4 76 Boris Zelenko C Hampton Roads (ECL) 29 11 10 21 20 1-718-244-0251 (fax cargo) Myles Zomok RW Asheville (UL) 65 2 3 5 58 Steve Zoryk LW South Carolina (ECL) 9 2 0 2 7 Shane Zulyniak D Abilene (WPL) 3 0 0 0 2 No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 23

Holy Family, in the autumn of 1997 and Olyphant choir... also twice visited Toronto. (Continued from page 10) Through fund-raising and sales of its PREVIEW OF EVENTS but their forebears, who came to work in the audio and video tapes, the choir continues (Continued from page 28) Anthracite capital of the world, are from its pilgrimage each year to bring the divine will feature cellists Natalia Khoma and Suren Revutsky, Skoryk, Tartini and Hubay. The many foreign lands – primarily from liturgy to its sister parishes in this original, virtually obsolete format, proving that the Bagratuni, and soprano Oksana Krovytska concert will be held at the institute, 2320 W. Ukraine, but there are also Irish, Italian, stepping in for the previously announced Chicago Ave., at 2 p.m. Polish and Slovak progeny. Ukrainian Catholic Church not only sur- soprano Olha Pasichnyk, winner of the first The choir’s mission is to perpetuate vived in the underground, behind the Iron prize in the Mirjam Helin International SAN FRANCISCO: St. Michael’s the Church Slavonic a cappella tradition, Curtain, where it was deemed illegal, but Singing Competition in Helsinki, Finland, in Ukrainian Orthodox Church will celebrate its primarily through pilgrimages to early here on the American soil as well, where it August. The complete cycle of “Treny” patron saint’s feast day in San Francisco’s historic church with the participation of the Ukrainian Catholic churches in America, faces other, more obscure adversaries. (Laments) appears as a tetralogy inspired by poems by the Polish Renaissance poet Jan Rev. Sviatoslav Kowaliv. Divine liturgy will and to reintroduce it to areas where it has Respect for the patron saints and the con- be celebrated in Ukrainian at 10:30 a.m., fol- succumbed to the English vernacular. sciousness of the sufferings and sacrifices of Kochanowski. “Treny” was commissioned by Dr. W. Howard Hoffman and written for lowed by a dinner at 1 p.m. in the parish hall Already, the choir has performed at the the parish’s early pioneers prevails, thus the evening’s soloists. Tickets, priced at $20, at 345 Seventh St. (between Folsom and oldest parish of its kind, St. Michael’s in motivating this choir to do what it does best, are available at the institute, (212) 288-8660, Harrison streets). Donation: $10, adults; $5, students. For reservations call the parish, Shenandoah, Pa. They traveled to sing in the language of the “Doctors of the with senior and student discounts available. (415) 861-4066. (Regular divine liturgy is Washington, to the National Shrine of the Slavs,” Ss. Cyril and Methodius. The concert will be held at the institute, 2 E. celebrated each Sunday starting at 10:30 79th St., beginning at 8 p.m. a.m., followed by luncheon or coffee and Mol’s work, especially his powerful por- EAST HANOVER, N.J.: The Ukrainian snacks in the parish hall. These meals are a Leo Mol retrospective... traits of prominent people. All the formali- American Professionals and Businesspersons form of fund-raising for the parish.) (Continued from page 13) ties were concluded in 30 minutes – a new Association of New York and New Jersey Saturday, November 27 will feature special guest speaker Myron Holowacky, expertly sorted the sculptures record for brevity in this venue. As pianist Taras Chmil tinkled the ivories of the baby Holubiak, president of Roche Laboratories, CHICAGO: In celebration of the 50th into groups: Shevchenkiana, politicians, who will speak on the topic “Why Ukrainian anniversary of Plast in Chicago, we invite the Church fathers, nudes, Ukrainian themes grand, award-winning Canadian wines flowed profusely, and delectable cheeses Americans Should Consider a Career in the entire Ukrainian American community in and nature. A selection of paintings, draw- Pharmaceutical Industry.” The presentation and pates were served. North America to “Come Celebrate With ings, prints and photos was hung on the will be held at the Ramada Hotel, 130 Route Us!” Our golden jubilee banquet and dance walls to back up the theme of each group. The anniversary banquet 10 (westbound), at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be held at The Westin O’Hare, 6100 Excited art lovers, from as far away as will be served. River Road, Rosemont, Ill. The evening will Interior designer Tatiana Martschenko, begin with cocktails at 6 p.m., followed by Edmonton, and as nearby as Hamilton, 2 ANN ARBOR, Mich.: The University of pressed into the gallery – almost crowding of T (T-Squared), singlehandedly imbued dinner at 7 p.m. and a program filled with the prosaic room with a dash of Michigan Ukrainian Club is sponsoring a lec- reminiscences of our 50 years in Chicago. out the sculptures they came to see. Mediterranean charm. Twinkling lights, ture in commemoration of the 20th anniver- The dance will begin at 9:30 p.m. with music Hostess Ms. Duncan expertly calmed the sary of Ukrainian composer Volodymyr wrapped in gauze and attached to the ceil- for the evening provided by Good Times. guests and proceeded briskly through the Ivasiuk’s death. Guest speaker is Iryna ing, suggested a starry night, while a dozen Reservation for dinner must be made in program. Welcoming remarks and congrat- Shamraj of the Ukrainian Music Institute, full-size photos of Mr. Mol’s classical advance. Admission for the dinner and dance Detroit branch. Topics will include his biog- is $85 per person; $70 for students; and $25 ulations were offered by: Mr. “Nude,” arranged around the room in a col- Wrzesnewsky, chair of the board of direc- raphy, composition and distinct musical style, for the zabava. For more information call umn-like fashion, sketched in a Greek as well as insight on his untimely passing. tors; Robert McNeill, president of the (312) 829-8146, or visit the Plast Chicago Temple. To complete the illusion, exotic The lecture will be held in Room D on the website at http://www.ukrainianchicago.com. Sculptors Society of Canada; Andrij floral scents wafted from bouquets on third floor in the Michigan League, 911 N. Babytsch, president of the Canadian sparkling tables. University Ave., University of Michigan, at ADVANCE NOTICE Ukrainian Artists Society of Canada; and Harpist Alyssa Mychalsky of Ancaster, 7:30 p.m. For additional information contact Wednesday, December 1 Dr. Irena Moroz, chair of the Cultural Ontario, caressed the strings of the heaven- Petro Lisowsky, (734) 214-3829, or Vera Council of the Ukrainian World Congress. ly instrument in a soothing performance of Slywynsky, (734) 764-9640; or e-mail PAOLI, Pa.: Join Roman Hrynkiv, the virtu- [email protected]. Mayor Mel Lastman, mayor of Toronto, Pachelbel’s Canon in D and a medley of oso bandura master from Kyiv, for an expressed congratulations in a letter. enchanting evening of bandura sounds fea- Ukrainian folksongs. Saturday-Sunday, November 20-21 turing a rich medley of folk, classical and Guest Speaker Joan Murray, director of Next, Christina Bidiak, perennial mis- the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa, ANN ARBOR, Mich.: The University of contemporary music. Hear “Schedryk” (“The tress of ceremonies, hosted the evening Carol of the Bells”) performed the way it was expressed her delight at discovering Mr. with great skill and just the right dose of Michigan Ukrainian Club is inviting high school juniors and seniors to participate in its meant to be. This is a fund-raising gala din- formality. Maestro Mol and his wife, third annual “Ukrainian Student Weekend” at ner sponsored by The World Affairs Council Margareth, were greeted by Roman the University of Michigan. Activities will of Greater Valley Forge as part of its Wrzesnewskyj of the UCAF and Ariadna include a lecture by Iryna Shamraj commem- “Holidays Around the World” celebration Larysa Martyniuk... Stebelsky from the Association for the series. In addition to a delicious dinner, the (Continued from page 17) orating the 20th anniversary of Ukrainian Development of Ukrainian Culture. composer Volodymyr Ivasiuk’s death; a tour evening will include a sampler of traditional ogy, styles and materials, and are profes- The highlight of the evening was guest of University of Michigan Central and North Ukrainian holiday fare. Additional entertain- sionally landscaped. Campuses; a tour of Ann Arbor; a visit to the ment will be provided by Paul A. Goble, a speaker Dr. Darewych’s scholarly overview former U.S. State Department officer and University of Michigan Museum of Art; and Ms. Martyniuk’s work has also been of Mr. Mol’s life and work – illustrated by a now communications director for Radio Free an introduction to university life at the showcased at various national exhibits, selection of slides that gave the viewers an Europe/Radio Liberty, who will weave a University of Michigan. Registration is free. including the Connecticut Painters and opportunity to admire the artist’s monu- medley of Soviet and post-Soviet humor as a For additional information, contact Petro Sculpture Exhibit at the Stamford Museum, mental work not available in the exhibit. reflection on the realities of that region. This Lisowsky, (734) 214-3829, or Vera the Woodstock Gallery in upstate New wonderful gala event will be held beginning Slywnsky, (734) 764-9640; or e-mail The film screening at 6 p.m. at the Waynesborough Country York, New York City’s Lincoln Center and [email protected]. the Invitational Exhibit – Artists of the West An intimate group of loyal fans of Mr. Club, 440 Darby-Paoli Road. Tickets for the at Pikes Peak Center in Colorado Springs. Mol, artists and film buffs gathered at Sunday, November 21 event are $75 per person. Send checks to the She is showing her work at Maxim’s of World Affairs Council of Greater Valley UCAF Gallery on September 21 to view CHICAGO: The Ukrainian Institute of Forge, P.O. Box 632, Southeastern, PA Greeley, Colo., and has exhibited at the “Leo Mol: In Light and Shadow” – an Modern Art presents a concert featuring 19399-0632. Deadline: November 19. Black Aspen Fine Art Gallery in Aspen, Colo., as excellent hourlong film produced by the pianist Myroslava Kysylevych and violinist tie optional. For additional information, call well as the Hayden-Hays Gallery in National Film Board of Canada. After the Solomia Soroka in a program of works by Andrew Fylypovych, (215) 575-4136. Colorado Springs. Her prints are on display film, Dr. Darewych introduced the artist at the Colorado Springs Fine Art Gallery and encouraged questions from the audi- Museum Shop and the Cogswell/Squash ence. The status of the installation of Mol’s Blossom Gallery in Old Colorado City. Shevchenko in St. Petersburg (Russia, not Her work is found in the collections of Florida) seemed to be the topic of the The Hunt Institute, Carnegie Mellon moment. Mr. Mol explained that the project University, the president of United is presently tied up in red tape, but he hopes Technologies Microelectronic Center, the to see a positive resolution of the problem Behesda Corp., as well as others. by the year 2000. YEVSHAN – ∏ÇòÄç World’s Largest Ukrainian Book & Music Catalogue For your free copy today, please call

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UNWLA branch showcases Ukrainian heritage WOODBRIDGE, N.J. – Branch 100 ance drew a lot of attention and praise, (Carteret, N.J.) of the Ukrainian National and several local government officials Women’s League of America, took part stopped by the exhibit table to express in Cultural Heritage Day on October 3 at their appreciation. the Hungarian American Citizens Club The branch has also received an invi- here. tation from the American Hungarian As part of the various ethnic exhibits, Foundation in New Brunswick, N.J., to Branch 100 displayed Ukrainian folk art, participate in the 11th annual Festival of as well as samples of Ukrainian Trees which begins on December 5. The Christmas and Easter traditional foods. foundation encourages different national- Among the exhibited items was literature ities to present their Christmas traditions about Ukraine, The Ukrainian Museum and share their customs and traditional in New York and the Harvard Ukrainian foods with other participants and guests. Research Institute. In addition, this year Colonia High School’s Ambassador the dancers of St. Demetrius Ukrainian International Club extended an invitation Orthodox Church (Carteret, N.J.) took to the branch to visit the school and tell part in the program. students about Ukraine’s folk art, holiday The Ukrainian exhibit and perform- traditions and other topics of interest.

Seen at Cultural Heritage Day are Maria Wasichko (left) and Oksana Kuzyszyn (right) with Mayor James McGreevey of Woodbridge Township, N.J. Coalition members meet speaker of Polish Senate

PHILADELPHIA – Holy Family College in Philadelphia awarded an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree to Alicja Julia Grzeskowiak, speaker of the Polish Senate, on October 1. Members of the Action Ukraine Coalition were invit- ed as special guests for this event and later met Speaker Grzeskowiak at a recep- tion. From left are: Sister Francesca Onley, CSFN, Ph.D., president of Holy Family College; R.L. Chomiak, director of the Washington Office of Ukrainian American Coordinating Council (UACC); Stephan Romanko, treasurer of Ukrainian Federation of America (UFA); Ihor Gawdiak, president of the UACC; Daria Fedak of Ukrainian National Women’s League of America; Dr. Zenia Chernyk, chairman of the UFA; Bohdan Korzeniowski, president of the UFA; Speaker Grzeskowiak; Vera Andryczyk, public relations director of the UFA; Marijka Tatunczak and Ksenia Korzeniowski of the UFA. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 25 26 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1999 No. 45

U.S. envoy responds to Lukashenka Newsbriefs... MIENSK – Daniel Speckhard, the U.S. (Continued from page 2) ambassador to Belarus, said on October ous day, the Associated Press reported. 28 that the Belarusian government is National Bank of Ukraine Chairman Viktor responsible for human rights abuses as Yuschenko said the loss in value is due to well as for the country’s “worsening rela- “negative political expectations” on the eve tions with all Western countries and its of the presidential election. The latest slide self-imposed isolation,” Belapan reported. brings the rate outside of the Central Bank’s Ambassador Speckhard was responding to trading corridor for this year, which was set President Alyaksandr Lukashenka’s com- at between 3.4 and 4.6 hrv to $1. (RFE/RL ments at a Commonwealth of Independent Newsline) States youth conference in Miensk the Belarusian Popular Front has new leader previous day in which he accused the U.S. of sucking money out of Russia and other MIENSK – The Belarusian Popular former Soviet republics and of not Front, the country’s main opposition respecting Belarusian traditions and party, has elected Vintsuk Vyachorka as “ancient civilization.” Speaking of the its new leader, the Associated Press U.S., Mr. Lukashenka had also comment- reported on October 30. Mr. Vyachorka ed that “its history goes back [only] 300 replaces Zyanon Paznyak, who had held years, when all of those riff-raff from the post for more than a decade. Mr. Europe moved there.” Ambassador Paznyak fled the country in 1996 and Speckhard said he is convinced that was granted political asylum in the Belarusians will not fall for the Belarusian United States. Mr. Vyachorka said that government’s “Cold War tactics.” He “[President Alyaksandr] Lukashenka is added that it is time for Belarus to join ready to give up our independence, and “the family of democratic nations,” we must resist not in theory but in prac- release “political detainees,” and stop GRAND STREET MEDICAL ASSOCIATES tice.” Mr. Vyachorka’s election ends a harassing opposition parties, NGOs and the media. (RFE/RL Newsline) is pleased to announce that leadership crisis in the party after a meet- ing in August resulted in a disputed and Ukraine dismisses Lukashenka criticism inconclusive vote. (RFE/RL Newsline) MIKHAIL GUSMAN, M.D. KYIV – President Leonid Kuchma’s Belarusian opposition defies ban Internal Medicine office on October 27 dismissed charges has joined their practice at MIENSK – Some 200 members of by Belarusian President Alyaksandr Belarusian opposition parties on October Lukashenka that Kyiv is yielding to U.S. 6360 Rt. 209 31 ignored a state ban on processions and pressure, the Associated Press reported. Kerhonkson, New York marched to a Soviet-era execution site, President Kuchma’s spokesman (Next to Candlelight Inn Restaurant) the Associated Press reported. Several Oleksander Martynenko said “the rela- hundred other people joined the marchers tions between Ukraine and the U.S. are those of two civilized nations. Nobody New Patients Welcome at the Kuropaty mass grave just outside Miensk. Miensk city officials had banned has exerted any pressure [on anyone].” Office Hours: MONDAY-FRIDAY 9 am – 5 pm the march this year. According to the Mr. Lukashenka said in Moscow that (914) 626-7119 opposition Belarus Popular Front, 10 Washington offered Mr. Kuchma finan- people were arrested before the march cial support in exchange for a meeting began. As many as tens of thousands of between him and Belarusian opposition people were killed at Kuropaty in leader Syamyon Sharetski. The Communist purges during the 1930s. Belarusian president said the secret meet- (RFE/RL Newsline) ing took place earlier this month, but President Kuchma denies there was such Exiled leader urges Western pressure a meeting. Mr. Lukashenka added that “Ukraine is looking to the West and COPENHAGEN – Syamyon aspires to join NATO. It is practically iso- Sharetski, the chairman of Belarus’s dis- lated from us and conducts pro-Western solved Parliament, said in Copenhagen on policies.” (RFE/RL Newsline) October 28 that Western countries must pressure Russia to cease supporting Sea Breeze ‘99 to simulate flood relief Belarusian President Alyaksandr Lukashenka, the Associated Press report- ODESA – Ukraine is preparing to host ed. Mr. Sharetski, who lives in exile in the Sea Breeze ‘99 international naval Lithuania, said that if a union between maneuvers scheduled for December 8-16. Belarus and Russia comes to fruition, Mr. The theme of this year’s practice will be Lukashenka will be elected president of the simulation of a peacekeeping opera- the new entity. Commenting on the rous- tion and provision of humanitarian aid ing reception President Lukashenka under flood conditions. According to the received after an address before the plan, the event is to be held in Odesa. Russian State Duma earlier this week, Mr. (Eastern Economist) Sharetski called the Belarusian president Ukraine in Interparliamentary Union a “brilliant demagogue” whose populist message of “taking all from the rich and KYIV – Ukraine was accepted into the giving everything to the poor” resonates Interparliamentary Union on October 11 in well in the Duma, most of whose mem- Berlin. At present the organization consists bers “want to re-establish the Soviet of 138 national parliaments and five inter- Union.” Mr. Sharetski met with Danish parliamentary assemblies. The union was officials in Copenhagen and said he is created in 1889, and is considered to be the working on “getting Belarus back on oldest international organization in the track to democracy.” (RFE/RL Newsline) world. (Eastern Economist)

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PHILADELPHIA: The Ukrainian League S ILVER SPRING, Md.: As part of its 50th of Philadelphia presents its first annual “Beef anniversary celebration, St. Andrew and Beer Ukrainian-Style Event – Halloween Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral will have a po Staromu”; costumes are highly recom- luncheon to launch its jubilee year cook- mended. Festivities will be held at the book, “Traditional Ukrainian and Other League Hall, corner of 23rd and Brown Favorite Recipes.” The event will be held at streets, (just blocks away from the Art the cathedral’s parish hall, 15100 New Museum). The fun starts at 7:30 p.m. Hampshire Ave., at 1 p.m. Cost: $7 per per- Donation: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. son; tickets available at the door. For further Must be 21 to attend; proper ID will be information call Luda Murphy, (301) 657- required. There will be plenty of free food, 9719. 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