Catholic Activities Outlined At National Conference
Washington September 28 Pro ceedings of the Catholic hierarchy meeting last week were summarized by Bishop Shahan rector of the Catholic University Five boards were created to oversee education social work press and literature lay societies and home and foreign missions Home and Foreign Missions reports directly to the National Catholic Welfare Council while the others report to the administrative committee A census of Catholic population and a timely Catholic directory were urged The new canon law code was reviewed and guidance from the Holy Father sought for practical matters.
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Mt Wollaston Lodge Royal Arch Masons Install Tonight
The Post retracts a Sunday story misplacing the installation of officers for Mt Wollaston Lodge Royal Arch Masons. The ceremony occurred Saturday night and will be held tonight, with corrections prepared in advance for Tuesday morning publication.
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Explosion Destroys Part Of Coolidge Corner House
A copper hot water tank exploded at M. Abbot Frazar’s home in Brookline collapsing the rear of the house and causing about 2000 dollars in damage. Nearby homes suffered broken windows and damaged items while a 12 foot poplar tree was knocked down. The blast was blamed on forgotten gas left burning under the tank.
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Largest Uncut Gem in World Unearthed in Washington
America claims the record for the largest uncut gem a flawless black opal weighing 16.95 troy ounces about 2.67 million carats and roughly 21 cubic inches in massits display described at Secretary Lane's office during a private view. The Viennese opal of 1770 is the nearest prior record with flaws and about two thirds the size. The new gem valued at least $250,000 by its holders, was kept private during wartime to avoid luxury concerns. The opal’s color shifts glow greens blues and reds with continuous flashes throughout the stone.
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Luxembourg plebiscite backs Grand Duchess and customs union
The plebiscite held today in Luxembourg results in a majority in favor of retaining Grand Duchess Charlotte as ruler and approving a customs union with France.
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Farewell Reception for Women Doctors in Boston
International Conference of Women Physicians hosts a farewell supper at Dr. Edith Hale Swift’s home on Bay State Road. Attendees from Europe Asia and South America mingle in formal dress while speakers discuss Bolshevik education and Russia. The group plans a trip to Poughkeepsie and resumes the New York conference.
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Mayflower Story Reflects Pilgrim Legacy and Liberty
A letter to the editor praises the Post for accurate Mayflower coverage and argues the Pilgrim era shaped civil liberty and religious freedom. It reflects on Indians, church bounds, and America's growth to a world role, concluding 300 years after the voyage.
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Problems of Day Due to Sin Says Dr Myers
The Rev Dr Cortland Myers preached at Tremont Temple last night arguing all global problems stem from sin. He compared the world to an operating table with doctors talking without remedies and urged ridding the world of sin as the only cure.
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Champion Fish Story Brings Big Catch Home
In Topeka Kansas Mr and Mrs Paul Lovewell and their family recounted a two month stay at Take Koronis Minnesota where they caught 168 pike and bass plus uncounted pickerel The Lovewells displayed a snapshot showing 40 fish averaging two pounds each confirming the champion fish story of 1919.
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Army truck stuck while fetching sand at City Point station
A seven ton army truck sank to its hubs near Head House Beach South Boston as the tide rose while drivers tried ten times to free it. A State Guard prisoner finally ferried sand for the guardroom floor in a pail. Guardsmen kept working despite repeated wheel spins and broken chains.
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New Haven Italians Rally for D Annunzio Support
Italians in New Haven, Conn have launched a vigorous fundraising drive to aid Captain Gabriel D Annunzio over Fiume actions. Subscriptions have already climbed into the thousands at the committee office.
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