This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Catholic Telegraph Register
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1945
Page
8
A report outlines the push to organize Catholic Scouts in Hamilton County under church guidance. Reverend J. H. Menke and Bishop Henry Moel are noted as key figures in obtaining approval from the Holy Father, with pastors urged to support the initiative locally.
A chaotic report describes German authorities seizing priceless cultural items from libraries and cultural institutions, with persistent efforts by relief agencies and international groups to halt the plunder. The piece notes kept artifacts include library holdings and archeological items, amid ongoing wartime chaos.
The article notes a renewed call for prayer amid wartime unity and public duty. It mentions President Roosevelt, a tribute from supporters and enemies alike, and recounts Mayor Stewart appointing the Rev. Hilmer Hirsch to the commission along with other residents dedicated to the common good.
Three Archdiocesan priests are set to become army chaplains, reporting next month to Fort Devens near Boston. Fathers Walter C. Ahr John J. Cunningham and John P. Jennings will receive commissions as first lieutenants after recent ordinations in 1941 and prior service in Cincinnati parishes and schools.
A wartime appeal urges Americans to back the seventh war loan drive as a last big push for victory in Europe and for future peace. The message calls for priests to aid religious unity, stresses the need for religious and nonreligious inclusion, and thanks parish leaders for their service.
The University of Dayton Thespians present the three act melodrama As the Driven Snow by Paul Loomis Friday and Sunday April 27 and 29 in the University auditorium. Lorraine Wisckelmiel leads as the lead, with John Haskins Ed Spang Dickhanae Bob Shira Rita McGarry Buehler and others in supporting roles. Maurice Reichard directs, Sue Dudlext is production manager, Marjorie Crutcher heads the properties committee, Jean Wright handles set design, and Ann Fitzgerald leads the ticket committee. The Cavalieri chapter of the National Mathematics Honor Society was installed at Purcell High School Cincinnati April 13 under Dr. K C Schraut.
The article lists casualties among servicemen including two Endress brothers and Seaman Melvin H Endress. It notes their deaths in Belgium and the Pacific, with parents Mr Adam Endress and family in Cincinnati learning of the losses. Additional families and local connections are referenced, including Elder high school graduates and a RAF service entry.
In a 1945 message the Xavier University community is urged to address postwar enrollment declines and to build a larger faculty and research base. The appeal notes prewar enrollment of about 600, with 75 average post July 1944 after the army unit left. evening division dropped by 500 from 1,000. The call emphasizes a reserve fund and endowment, contrasting needs with GI Bill expansion and a call for charitable support. Potential readers are urged to consider sustaining a solid Christian education at Xavier.
Steubenville plans a May 22 half holiday to greet Bishop-elect John K Musio the first bishop of the new diocese. A civic reception parade will escort him to Cathedral with speeches and honors. Mayor G W Floto orders downtown businesses to close at 3 p.m. for the bishop's arrival.
Parishioners rally for flood recovery as church buildings and homes suffered damage. A diocesan committee from Steubenville plans a May consecration in Cincinnati with Bishop and clergy guides, while local choirs prepare for the Cathedral service.
In a solemn statement Archbishop McNicholas praised President Roosevelt as the war’s most heroic victim and urged national mourning, prayer, and reflection. Churches nationwide, including the archdiocese, called for public prayers for President Truman and civil authorities.
The Rev. Celestine Juniver, Xavier University president, is described as a great loss following years of work toward peace. His death comes shortly before the culmination of his efforts.
Installation of Rev John B as pastor of St Marys Church 13th Street Cincinnati will take place this Sunday April 22 in the church. The Rt Rev J Sewel Po church Holy Name church and St Fran are connected with the rite. He served as assistant to Monsignor Schengber for nine years.
The Rev. Luann is appointed pastor at St Myde and St Lawrence in Camden after ordination. Details indicate a move to oversee parish duties and join Cincinnati area clergy.
The Rev. Henry Thes e sing, C.8.Sp., of St. John the Baptist Church Dayton since 1986 has been transferred to Sa.
Fr. Anderson Seminary Burse will honor the memory of the Rev. Edward P. Anderson S.J. who died March 17 after serving as adviser and confessor at St. Xavier's church for more than 15 years. The memorial is being advertised at Xavier's church by the Jesuit order.
A summer retreat runs July 9 to 12 beginning Monday evening at 7 30 and ends Thursday night at 6 with Rev Benedict Brosnahan 0 8 B as retreat master. A Labor Day retreat September 1 2 3 begins Saturday at 4 30 pm and finishes Monday at 5 pm led by Rev Celestine Steiner SJ.
A solemn requiem service for Michael OConnor 76 father of the deceased, offered by Rev John P Ocone at St Matrin s Church. He resided at 310 West Euclid Springfield and died on April 1 in Be a ie church.
About 175 residents in subsidized housing on Winton Terrace near Winton Place will begin Sunday Mass in the Canada administration building. The first Mass on Easter Sunday was celebrated by Rev. Henry Naber with Monsignor William J. Anthony delivering the sermon.
Senorita Sofia del Valle founder and president of Juventud Catolica Femenina Mexicana will lecture for the Home Missioners of Cincinnati on The Church in Mexico. A native of Mexico City she was educated in Europe and founded the youth movement in 1930. Mrs. J. B. O'Donnell Jr. serves as lecture chairman.
The De Paul Society Dayton council held its general council meeting on April 15. Mass was offered at Holy Family Church with the Rt. Rev. Monsignor Charies as signer and ch A Tosifet for the Vin.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.