Abbey Overrun as Nazis Seize Catholic Refuge
Fragmented report describes a Roman Catholic abbey occupied by Nazis. Seven priests and postulants affected. two priests killed, others missing or detained. The abbey served as a shelter and is now a focus of Allied attacks and rescue efforts. Local Catholics mourn and recall Father William H. Plat with Mass at Maria.
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Confession Guidance for Mortal and Venial Sins
An article outlines Catholic guidance on confessing mortal and venial sins. It discusses scruples caution, the need to confess real sins, and avoiding repeated declarations of past sins. It notes that absolution requires genuine confession and that doubtful matters may be treated cautiously by penitents.
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Austrian Catholic Federation Elects Dom Thomas Michels
The Austrian Catholic federation at Montebello elected Dom Thomas Michels formerly a professor at Salzburg to unite Austrians in the diaspora and work for Austria's freedom and unity.
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Montebello
Dom Thomas Michels
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U. of to Offer Courses for Women Teachers
The university will offer special courses for women teachers including Sacred Theology and Catholic theology. Courses are scheduled for June 29 and August 11 led by M. Burke, C.S.P., to meet the needs expressed by women educators.
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M. Burke
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Canon Law on Marriage Promises and Extreme Unction
A discussion outlines that a betrothal or marriage promise is void unless in writing and signed by both parties and a priest or ordinary, with two witnesses. Promises with guardianship provide no grounds for action. Extreme Unction is limited to Catholics able to reason, facing death from illness or old age, with chaplains aiding combat troops with absolution and last rites near the front.
We Pray Best When We Speak Little
Saint Augustine notes that true prayer comes from a quiet heart and focused mind. He advises brief, attentive prayers like the Our Father and Hail Mary rather than long rambling forms.
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St. Augustine
Prelate Completes 44 Years With SPF Society
J McDonnell national diocesan director of the SPF society completed 44 years of untiring service. He has held the office longer than any other director in the United States and possibly the world, serving on the national council.
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Veto of Released Time Bill in Washington Highlights Religion Debate
Washington Governor Valenta vetoes a released time bill that would allow religious instruction for children after school hours. He supports religious education in general but questions constitutionality and cites the school day being already limited. Meantime, Governor Walligren signs a measure extending school transportation to parochial students.
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Institute of Press Will Hold First Public Rally in New York
The Rt. Rev. Fulton J Sheen of the Catholic University of America and Brig Gen Carlos P on pledges to appear at a breakfast of the Catholics of the Press. The event, organized by the Institute of Press, follows a January meeting that drew about 500 professionals from newspapers radio magazines and advertising. Edward A is president.
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New York
Fulton J. Sheen
Catholic Peversity of America
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Moving Pictures Classified Listing Overview
A long OCR list catalogs motion pictures and classified sections from a film ledger. It includes titles like The Great Stagecoach Robbery, Meet Me in St Louis, National Velvet, and The Yellow Rose of Texas, with numerous adult and general audiences categories and notes on suitability.
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Confirmation Is Uniform of Soldiers in Christ's Army
Linus Brorpan argues Confirmation is the uniform of a Catholic Christian, marking the soul with a sacred seal. The bishop administers the rite with oil and hands laid on, imparting the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit and strengthening the recipient to resist sin and endure hardship.
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Christopher Hollis Selected as Conservative Candidate
Christopher Hollis, noted Catholic intellectual and author, has been chosen as prospective Conservative candidate for Devizes Wiltshire for the next Parliament election. Son of an Anglican bishop, he is 42 and widely known as a convert and publisher.
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Christopher Hollis
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Paderewski’s War Years in Polish State Affairs
Paderewski set aside music to engage in Polish state matters as World War I began. He joined efforts with leaders like De Benet and Slee to shape national policy and support independence.
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Paderewski
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NCWC Publishes Family Week Data Book
The NCWC presents a booklet for Family Week observed to May 13 Mothers Day. Focuses on family needs and core values across communities parishes and schools. Churches urged to hold services and lay groups to plan programs while media to highlight the family life theme.
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Archbishop to Send 200000 Easter Cards in Triduum
The Boston archdiocese will distribute Easter cards to 200000 service members on active duty worldwide. Rev. Richard P. S. Poa, bishop of Boston, will lead a triduum of Solemn Masses at the cathedral on April 14 15 and 16.
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Mass Said For St Notre Dame Prisoners At Los Banos
A mass was held at Los Banos Philippines on February 23 1945 for Notre Dame men interned there including Lt John Finneran who noted six Notre Dame alumni were among those released. The report lists several individuals and references related wartime internment and alumni.
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J. Sanen
New York
Ex Prisoner of War Prays at Cathedral After Release
A former prisoner of war travels from the station with his sister to St Raphael's Cathedral where he offers a prayer of thanksgiving while praying the rosary and Missal.
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Stigmatine Father Dies In U S Action in Italy
Lt. William B. Contino a 32 year old Stigmatine priest and army chaplain was reported killed or missing after front line action in Italy according to Father Joseph P. Riley rector of the Stigmatine major seminary in Wellesley Massachusetts.
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William 8. Contino
Joseph P. Riley
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St Vincent Ferrer Angel of Judgment and Penitent Preacher
The article recalls St Vincent Ferrer called the angel of the last judgment for two decades of Europe wide penance preaching. Born January 28 1350 in Valencia to a family of Spanish Scots descent, he renounced worldly honors and gave away wealth to aid the poor. He opposed church rivals, faced opposition in Avignon, and was canonized June 3 1455 by Pope Calixtus II.
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St. Vincent Ferrer
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Flynn's Audience With Pope May Get Results
Flynn meets with the Pope on March 1 in Vatican City. He is accompanied by Myrone G Taylor and officials, with discussions amid Holy Week in Rome. The meeting aims to address Flynn's trip and its unknown aims, offering no public Soviet context.
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