Ask and Learn By Rev. Robert Rexheisen
A religious reflection on promising a child to God for religious life and the right to choose one's vocation. It discusses parental obligation, divine vocation, and the role of grace and merit in repentance. It quotes theology on penance, merit, and eternal life, stressing personal freedom and the tuning of guidance to the child’s vocation.
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Rev
Robert Rexheisen
Aarent
Noldin
Summa Theologiae Moralis
Ezech. xviii
Chaplain Meets Priest in Lebanon Reunion Ties WWII Rescue
In Beirut a World War II tale connects Rev. Capt. William V. O Connor a Silver Star recipient who survived 13 parachute jumps and a Morotai crash with Patrick Coyle CFM a Franciscan guardian who led a rescue boat that saved O Connor and his pilot days after the 1945 crash.
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Atrick Coyle
C.F.M
O’connor
Father Coyle
Second Air Rescue
Quadron
Oly
Lourdes plans new open air amphitheater near Grotto
Bishop Pierre M Theas of Tarbes and Lourdes announced plans to build an open air amphitheater on the right bank of the River Gave Seattet to accommodate growing pilgrimages. The arena will seat thousands and free the shrine front for the sick and stretcher cases, with two bridges about 600 feet apart linking it to the grotto.
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Paris
Pierre M. Theas
Tarbes
Lourdes
Seattet
Theas
Benedictine Named Consultor to Rome Congregation
Father Anselm of St Meinrad's seminary named by Cardinal Pizzardo as Consultor to the Sacred Congregation of Seminaries and Universities. Appointment dated July 21 with notice in Osservatore Romano July 24. He led St Meinrad's seminary for 20 years and becomes prior of the abbey. He is 48 and recognized for work with seminarians.
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OSB
Rome
Sacred Congregation of Seminaries and
Giuseppe Pizzardo
Father Anselm
Osservatore Romano
St. Meinrad’s Seminary
Catholic Church Showcased at Oxford Anniversary
Archbishop Fisher of Canterbury spoke at the 75th anniversary of Wycliffe Hall in Oxford declaring that the Church of England is more Catholic and more apostolic than its critics know.
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Oxford
Fisher of Canterbury
Wycliffe Hall
Church of England
Debates on Catholic Belief and Missionary Role in the Philippines
The writer argues salvation hinges on adherence to Catholic teaching and personal belief in Christ. Clergy and missions influenced islands, with Spaniards aiding conversions and civilization. Foreign priests remain many. native Filipinos rise in hierarchy, but local poverty blocks priestly formation as families bear education costs.
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Philippines
Unity in Christ Through Faith and Governance
The text argues there can be no Christian unity without shared faith and proper governance under Rome. It emphasizes the Mystical Body of Christ with Christ as head and Peter as rock, warning that unity dissolves when faith or church authority breaks from Rome.
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Christ
Peter
Rock
Rome
Anglican Church and Parliament Clash Over Liturgical Reform
A historical note contrasts church autonomy with civil authority, recounting Parliament’s rejection of a proposed composite Book of Common Prayer after Anglican convocation favored it. It emphasizes the tension between church unity in faith and civil political control, citing biblical and doctrinal stakes.
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Church of Christ
Convocation
Church of England
Aglipay Founding 50th Anniversary Noted
A small notice recalls Gregorio Aglipay founding the Payan sect in the oe pines, marking 50 years since its origin. It notes his death in 1940 at age 80 and census figures from 1939 showing 1,573,608 members, a 3.9 decline from 1918 and 9.8 percent of the population. The piece cites internal dissension and explains his move to create an Independent Catholic Apostolic Church in 1902 amid political turmoil after Spanish rule.
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Aglipay
Oe Pines
Gregorio Aglipay
Catholic Apostolic Church
Filipinos Turn to Catholicism After Luther’s Revolt
The text traces the Philippine conversion to Catholicism beginning in the 16th century with Legaspi arriving from Mexico in 1564 with Augustinians, followed by the Franciscans in 1577, first bishop Salazar a Dominican in 1581, Dominicans in 1578, and Recollect Fathers in 1606.
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Legaspi
Islands
Mexico
Salazar
Recollect Fathers
Unclear fragment recounts Philippine era tensions
The passage notes American rule in the Philippines brought progress but caused problems. It mentions fanatical Catholicism and the Masonic order, which allegedly barred natives from minor political roles unless joining. It states Aglipayanism arose as a perceived threat and reflects confusion among American Masons about their colleagues in the Philippines.
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Philippines
Philippines Faiths and Education Shape World Power View
The article contrasts the Aglipayan sect with Catholicism in the Philippines, noting Catholic growth to 78.7 percent and a 1948 Catholic population of 1 052 236, while describing education as a strong national drive. It argues Catholicity and democracy may raise the islands to world power amid American criticisms of manana and siesta habits.
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United States
Catholicity of the Papal Church Praised by Adaptability
Monsignor Matthew Smith notes that Filipino Catholic devotion grew after the Protestant Reformation and proves the church's universality by its fit for any time, race, or nation. He claims Protestant sects and politicians failed to sway Filipinos from Catholicism.
Wetback problem seen in Monterrey and Mexico City
The writer reports on migrants called wetbacks moving toward the U S border from Monterrey and Mexico City. He notes harsh conditions, employer wage issues, and suggests reforms including land ownership, wages, and Catholic social action led by Archbishop Ruiz Cortines.
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Mexico
Monterrey
Republic
Rio Grande
Rio Grande Valley
Monterrey Sta
Mexico City
U.S
U. S
Problemas Agriecolos ¢ Industriawaick
Lyle Saunders
Olen Leonard
Porfirio Diaz
Catholic Action
Adolfo Ruiz Cortines
Archiepiscopal Palace
Andromised
Calles
Cardenas
Archimandrite Nicholas Bourhoche Tours US and Canada
Archimandrite Nicholas Bourhoche, superior general of the Basilian Salvatorian order, tours seven parishes in the United States and Canada with 150 priests. He leads Milwaukees St. George Armenian Catholic Church in Arabic and speaks six languages. Accompanying him is Gregory Hayek, procurator, on a two month visit. The rank mirrors an Abbot in the Latin Church.
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Nicholas Bourhoche
Basilian Salvatorian Order
Saida
Lebanon
U. S
Canada
Near East
Milwaukee
Wis
St. George’s
Paragon Shoes Featured in Classified Style Ad Appeal
An old classified ad promotes income opportunities with free outfits and samples for Paragon Shoes. It mentions National School of Dress Design, watches and jewelry buyers, and various shoe product lines with claims of no experience or investment required. The tone mimics a bright home earning pitch from multiple cities.
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Paragon Shoes
Columbus
Boston
Central Verein Convention To Defend Parish Schools
The Central Verein of America and the National Catholic Women’s Union plan a national convention in St. Louis from August 16 to 20 to defend parochial schools. Led by Albert J. Sattler of New York the event will promote faith and unity, with about 700 delegates and more than 180,000 combined members from the two organizations. The headquarters are at 3835 Westminster Place, St. Louis.
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St. Louis
Catholic Central Verein of America
National Catholic Women’s Union
Albert J
Sattler
New York
Verein
Vererin
Pius XII
U.S
Central Verein
Westminster Place
Meine
Alia Macotie
Uis
Scor
Central Verde
Scie Caret Carte
Women's Union
INCWC
Free Book on Arthritis and Rheumatism
An enlarged 44 page booklet titled Rheumatism is offered free to readers who request it. The pamphlet claims drugs give only temporary relief and promotes a non surgical non medical treatment proven over 33 years. Send for the booklet to Ballie Dent 881 Excelsior, Missouri.
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Ballie
Dent
Excelsior Berings
Mlseeurl
The Father Superior and the burden of the world
The article reflects on universal responsibility felt by the Father Superior of a missionary society. It contrasts the intimate duties to a large family with the vast needs of sick, hungry, and neglected people worldwide. It emphasizes the Holy Father’s duty to care for every soul and every mission, beyond borders or societies.
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Indonesia
Holy Father
Sacrificial Appeals for the Holy Father's Missions
A Catholic column urges readers to support the Holy Father’s World Mission Society, listing donations from individuals such as R. H. B. and B. C. and calling on Catholics to mail real sacrifices to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith in New York. It frames giving as penance and faith in the Vicar of Christ.
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Garden
Gethsemane
Christ
Rome
Holy Father
United States
Holy Father’s
Fulton J. Sheen
Society For the Propagation of the Faith
East 38Th Street
New York
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Father Hubbard
Paul H. Hallett
Liang
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