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The Polish Genealogical Society of Texas
is a non-profit organization founded in 1982.
Purpose
The Polish Genealogical Society of Texas is dedicated to dissemination and
sharing of information in assisting members research their Polish ancestors. The society
also promotes research and publication of the history of Poles in Texas. Through public
speaking engagements and civic functions, PGST members educate others on Polish history
and culture.
History
In 1982, at the urging of Brother Christopher Golla, Anna Borski Campo
contacted all those she could identify as being interested in researching their Polish
ancestry. On October 2, 1982, six persons gathered at her home to share their research
efforts. Unknown to them, this informal luncheon signaled the founding of PGST.
Meetings continued in private homes until The Houston Polish Genealogical
Society was created on May 5, 1984 and by-laws were adopted. Membership rapidly expanded
beyond the Houston area so the name was changed to The Polish Genealogical Society of
Texas in September of 1984.
Goals
- Introduce and unite Polish researchers
- Provide medium for sharing findings
- Publish books for previously undocumented matters relating to Polish immigration to Texas
- Sponsor meetings and workshops on historical and genealogical topics helpful to researchers of Polish ancestors
- Provide speakers to educate others about Polish immigration to Texas and Polish culture
Officers (2008-2009)
| President | Barbara Lee
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| Vice President | Dolores Newman |
| Treasurer | Doris Kosub |
| Recording Secretary | Betty Currie |
| Corresponding Secretary | Shirley Burzynski |
| Trustee | Virginia Hill |
| Trustee | Peter Wessner |
Committees
| Back Issues | Gladys La Rochelle |
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| Hospitality |
Teana Sechelski | |
| Membership | Doris Kosub |
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| Periodical | Footprints Committee |
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| Surname Index |
Michael Floeck | |
| Webmaster | Chuck Shultz |
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Polish genealogy, Polish immigrants, Polish ancestry, Polish history, Polish surname,
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