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Newspaper
Catholic Telegraph Register
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1953
Page
9
Rev. Rosser E. Krxzises discusses how passions influence moral action and liberty in sin, distinguishes antecedent and consequent concupiscence, and explains that consecration changes substance but preserves the accidents of wine in the Eucharist, affirming the Real Presence.
Report notes a priest facing personal turmoil and rising alcohol use. Community members observe changes in behavior and assess impacts on duties and parish life. Local church authorities consider counseling and support options amid concerns.
The Poor Clares in Omaha celebrate 75 years since their arrival and founding of the U S monastery. The article notes early nuns including Mary Constance and Mary Magdalen, and mentions Bishop O Gonie and Archbishop Bergan aiding the order. The Omaha convent has spawned 13 daughter communities and a Serra Club fund is set for repairs.
Detroit report notes Temple University criminologist Dr Negley K Teeters challenging Father John E Coogan SJ on religion and national morality In Focus the National Probation and Parole Association official publication Coogan cited Washingtons Farewell Address and Jefferson to argue morality religion tied to liberty Teeters cites a Russian Communist psychologist as support for his view of religion as of title value in deterring crime.
The Seven Line motion picture in French and Italian, distributed by Aten, is rated Class C Condemned by the National Society of Decency following evaluation in New York.
The narrator reflects on immigration history and cultural blending in America. He argues that diverse groups have merged into a single national culture, noting intermarriage and reduced Catholic racial divisions. He asserts no race is inherently superior and that education and social conditions enable most people to succeed economically and socially.
A reflective essay cites 1820–1950 U S immigration figures from Canada Mexico the Indies Central America and South America and discusses how past expansions welcomed large numbers of workers. It traces Catholic and Orthodox origins among immigrants with Austrians Italians Hungarians Russians and others, noting England s comparatively smaller immigrant share but large linguistic and political influence on American life guided by Catholic thought and medieval church ideas.
The text notes a long history of Spanish influence shaping American culture from 1820 to 1950. It estimates 1,000,000 Latin Americans entered the U.S. during that period, most being Spanish speaking. It suggests many retained strong cultural ties and descendants total around 3,000,000 in the United States today.
The speaker marvels at how diverse peoples with varied habits and appearances have merged into one nation. Despite blood and psychological strains, newcomers can become real Americans and share beliefs and actions.
The speaker notes a personal memory of deep tensions among racial and national groups but observes a notable reduction in hostility as years passed. This reflection emphasizes gradual social easing rather than abrupt change.
A speaker praises the rapid progress of Catholic Americans noting that they have moved beyond immigrants willing to work for low pay. He observes their education and access to better parts of town, comparing Catholic achievement to other faiths and asserting equality in society.
The speaker urges young people, especially Mexicans, to pursue high school education and Catholic faith to build culture and overcome inferiority. He stresses never letting someone skip high school and, if possible, insist on college for advancement. He claims American history shows no inferior peoples.
The speaker argues against strict immigration limits, stressing economic growth from expanding borders. He claims vast lands offer development potential for farming and industry and urges supportive public spending to build new income sources despite past hardships faced by settlers.
A speaker argues the Catholic Church will grow without immigration, noting current strength and predicting further progress. He cites the birth control movement as pulling away many of their separated brethren whom they dislike seeing dwindle.
Monsignor Matthew Smith laments the Catholic leakage amid European émigrés in American slums and mines. He warns birth control among Protestants and restrictive immigration could shrink population, risking economic pinch unless nature or policy shifts alter the trend.
Cardinal Manuel Arteaga, 73, is no longer in critical condition after a head injury from a fall in Havana Cuba. Doctors announced recovery and officials dismissed rumors of an attack or life threat, stating the cause was the fall.
Rev Ralph M Wittgen completes a missiology doctorate at Gregorian University Rome on Gold mission history 1471 to 1880. He is the third American to earn the degree and will help place doctors in nations where Divine Word Missionaries operate. Father Wiltgen, native of Chicago, now assigned to St Mary's Mission Seminary Techny Illinois. ordained 1950.
The article defines temptation per St Thomas and Catholic doctrine as a test of virtue and capacity. It discusses God testing Abraham, the devil's evil aim, and human susceptibility, noting that temptation can be external and that grace enables resistance. It cites scripture from Peter, Genesis, and Paul to illustrate the nature and handling of temptation.
Apple Valley California residents presented Captain Joseph C. McConnell a $16,000 appreciation house after his service in Korea where he shot down 16 MIG 15s. The home will house his wife Pearl and three children Joseph III Kathleen and Patricia, built in 45 hours by neighbors.
An analysis argues that admitting Red China to the UN and normalizing ties could ease Japan's economic strain from rapid population growth. It cites a British estimate that Russian and Chinese trade would yield only 80 million dollars annually, far less than U S aid, and suggests bilateral trade could avert Communist risks. The piece portrays Japan as a vital resource for Asia and urges statesmanship to view this as salvation.
A long excerpt traces disputes over breaking the priestly seal of confession. It cites a 1936 confession attributed to Enrico Manzi and a 1937 death of the confessor suspect. The piece compares ancient and modern cases, noting rare breaches and authorities’ slow judgment.
The remains of Father Bede Hess, Minister General of the Conventuals since 1936, will rest in Syracuse. High ranking churchmen attended his funeral in Rome, where he died of a heart attack during Assisi ceremonies marking St. Clare’s death centenary. He had served long as world head of the Conventuals.
The St. Vincent de Paul Society began a workers housing project in Viseu Portugal with the blessing of Bishop José Da Cruz Moreira The first four houses of the housing sect were dedicated in a ceremony led by the bishop.
U S Cistercians observe the eighth centenary of Bernard of Clairvaux death with a global observance. In the United States, Strict Observance monasteries and Cistercian Fathers join a ceremony tied to Fontenay and Clairvaux with Masses, conferences, and services guided by bishops.
Vatican announces creation of a Pontifical Institute of Helps in Italy modeled after the U S National Conference of Catholic Charities. Monsignor Ferdinando Baldelli named president as the institute coordinates Catholic relief and social aid with Italian sections forming a national council. The move honors wartime Catholic American aid and aims to study cross diocesan assistance issues under a Pope appointed cardinal commission.
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