War on Catholicism and profanity in public life
An editorial condemns public profanity by Catholics and calls out anti-Catholic campaigns in Protestant and Jewish discourse. It argues most Protestants oppose anti-Catholic extremism, warns against secularism cloaked as religion, and urges unity across faiths against bias. The piece cites Reinhold Niebuhr and Will Herberg on mutual respect and democracy.
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America
Federal Council of Churches
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Will Herberg
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Scapular Letters Surge As Appeal Continues
More than 100 letters poured in, many seeking extra scapulars for spouses and children. A seminary priest plans to install a scapular rack, while others request information on the Sabbatine privilege and the Third Order of Our Lady. Box 23 in Cincinnati remains open for stamped self addressed envelopes and free scapulars with leaflets.
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Laymen Urged to Craft Dynamic Social Action Program
Daniel J. Kane, Loveland lecturer, told Cincinnati listeners at Gabriel House that lay Catholics should develop a dynamic program for social action. He urged applying Christian principles to human problems, starting locally, and noted saints must spend themselves for social justice.
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Grail Family Service Center
Cincinnati
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Paris
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Catholic Rally in Parkersburg Heads for Parkersburg Stadium
Stanley J. Meyer of the Catholic Telegraph Register will address the annual Catholic rally in Parkersburg West Virginia this Sunday. More than 3 000 people are expected to participate in the demonstration at Parkersburg Stadium.
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Hamilton
Catholic Telegraph Register
Stanley J. Meyer
Parkersburg
W. Va
Parkersburg Stadium
Sweden Hurdles for Catholics Reflect National Lutheran Heritage
The article notes Sweden's strong Lutheran identity shapes public life and limits on Catholicism. It contrasts with Denmark Finland and Norway where restoration obstacles faded earlier. It highlights state church status, civil servant ministers, social pressure, and scant Catholic adherence, with refugees facing many barriers.
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Denmark
Finland
Norway
Vericant Pone
Stockholm
Refugees reshape Sweden Catholicism amid scarce clergy
Richard Pattee notes a 3.6 fold rise in Catholics in Sweden since before the war from 5 000 to 18 000 largely Sudeten Germans Poles Lithuanians and others fleeing Red tyranny. With fewer than 560 priests nationwide one per large region, the church struggles to integrate newcomers into a cohesive community as hostilities toward Catholicism persist.
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Europe
Sweden
Egg Nelson
Stockholm
Why support the Community Chest in Red Feather city
The piece argues charity aligns with policy showing acts aid self help and community welfare. It contrasts secular cost efficiency with Christian motive, stating donations come from recognizing Christ in recipients and love thy neighbor, beyond tax benefits or sentiment.
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Red Feather
St. Paul
Christ
Interracial progress and Spain bases shape postwar diplomacy
The Observer urges cautious optimism on racial justice and civic responsibility for Negro Americans while praising Catholic help and new social stability. It argues US Spain base agreements reflect practical diplomacy, warns against prejudice, and notes Franco’s regime as a complex ally in Cold War politics.
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Cardinal's historic visit to Jersey Guernsey
Cardinal Bernard Griffin, Archbishop of Westminster, makes the first British Cardinal visit in 102 years to Jersey and Guernsey. He attends an educational rally and lays the foundation stone for a church dedicated to St. Anne.
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Bernard Griffin
Westminee
Channel Islands
Jersey
Guernsey
St. Anne
Readers Guide on Nuns Life in a New Light
The article reviews The Springs of Silence by Sister Mary Gilbert, a memoir detailing why women enter Catholic convent life, daily routines, and vows. It highlights Gilbert’s Portland roots, Oregon education, and career, and contrasts dramatic escaped nun tales with a truthful portrayal of religious life and happiness.
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Prentice-Hall
Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary
Portland
Ore
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Oregon
University of Oregon
Washington
Holy Names College
Spokane
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