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Newspaper
Catholic Telegraph Register
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1945
Page
9
Lt. Gen. Simon Bolivar Buckner Jr leads the American ground troops in the Okinawa invasion. The newly formed 10th Army is believed to comprise about 100000 veteran infantrymen and marines preparing to assault the Ryukyus 325 miles from Japan.
The report highlights Chaplains like Capt. Harold O Prudell and Lt. William Blum guiding soldiers, converting many while stressing sincerity before baptism. It notes Catholic prayers appealing to non Catholics and emphasizes frank counsel on religious commitments during war.
A priest recounts wartime duties in two countries, burying the dead, writing letters, and Mass duties. He speaks of hard roads, proximity to soldiers, and a wish to return quietly to parish work after the war, with gratitude for those he serves.
A list of Cincinnati churches including Holy Name Mt. Auburn, Cathedral St Monica, Sacred Heart Camp Dennison, St Andrews, St Philomena, Holy Angels Grandin, Our Lady of Grace Price Hill and others runs prayer times for Miraculous Medal novenas and Sorrowful Mother devotions. Services span weekdays and weekends with varied evening slots and special masses for service members.
A Cincinnati navy chaplain recounts an air group returning from action in the Philippines area. He notes all Catholic crew aboard a carrier prayed the Rosary daily, and despite losses none of the Catholics were killed. One airman was shot down but aided by comrades to safety.
A Vatican City report notes widespread destruction across 33 Italian provinces. About 260 churches were damaged or destroyed amid extensive losses to church property.
A fragmented report discusses church leaders and liberal voices in birth control debates linked to the USSR. It notes assertions that no obstacles to birth control existed in Russia and traces how Soviet morality shifts as danger and defeat loomed, questioning who has better information than reformist factions.
Goldstein links rising preacher skepticism to Modern Christianity and ministerial denial of Christ. He cites belief in the Bible’s authenticity and infallibility as central, noting Catholic views of scripture and church authority.
Fragmented text notes warnings against artificial conception methods and birth control in early 20th century publications. It contrasts a 1920 caution with a 1930s discussion about church stance and the permissibility of scientific methods, emphasizing moral objections and lack of binding authority.
W H Hays warns the movie makers amid concerns from the Motion Picture Producers about industry conduct. He addresses standards and possible reforms within the film trade.
Sgt W H Salio, prisoner of Germans, awarded Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with Oak Leaf Clusters for meritorious achievement during more than five bomber missions over Continental Europe. Citation lauds courage and coolness under determined opposition. Brother Cpl Joseph F Salio returns from South Pacific duty. Mrs Virginia Salio resides at 1433 Manss Avenue Cincinnati.
Resolutions from the National Catholic Educational Association praise Catholic parents and educators for keeping the school system running during the war years. The general executive board adopted the resolutions at its 42nd annual meeting in Washington. The text lauds women and men for the constant opportunity to serve God.
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A concise roundup notes chaplains connected to the European theater efforts. It highlights their zeal, religious duties, and recent assignments as some balance spiritual support amid ongoing wartime operations. The report mentions a chaplain's posting at a facility or station in Europe.
Former Cincinnati resident Chaplain Kenny Lynch received the Silver Star and Bronze Star medals for heroism. As a chaplain with the Third Armored Spearhead of the First Army he helped wounded soldiers under heavy fire in France, including Marigny and Fromentel, before returning to Cincinnati to visit family and enter the army in 1937.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a seven student retrial in Omaha over an assault case involving Rev. Paul E. school. Readable items imply earlier trial outcomes and ongoing legal actions.
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