American Cardinals Vote On Next Pope For First Time
American cardinals will participate in electing the pope for the first time after Pope Pius XI ordered a longer conclave interval. The change traces to Cardinal O Connell and the Benedict XV death, with American clergy rushing to Rome for the process.
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Pope Pius XI Death Triggers Mourning Across Italy
Premier Mussolini described the pope's death as a source of grief for church and nation and praised the pontiff as the pope of conciliation. King Vittorio Emanuele ordered eight days of court mourning while Crown Prince Umberto prepared a royal homage at the Sistine Chapel. The pontiff had expanded cardinal nominations to include Americans and others beyond Europe.
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Pope Chosen Yet Session Continues In Rome
The fragment notes that the papal election had concluded with a pope chosen, but the ongoing session persisted. It reflects a historic moment marked by ceremony and continued deliberation among church officials.
Serious bicycle crash injures junior Schaub in Raleigh
I. O. Schaub Jr. 15 year old son of the director of the North Carolina State College Extension Service was thrown from his bicycle in Raleigh yesterday and seriously injured.
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N. C. State College Extension Service
Auto Market 1938 Buyers Split Between New and Used
In 1938 only three of every ten automobile buyers purchased new cars, highlighting a shift toward used or pre owned vehicles amid economic conditions. The data contrasts with earlier years when new car purchases dominated and reflects broader market dynamics and consumer preferences of the era.
Traditions Around Pius XII Funeral Rites Revealed
The article outlines centuries of ritual shaping the death of Pope Pius XII with events from the removal of entrails to the ornate procession to St. Peter's. It notes nine funeral services and precise symbols including handkerchief placements and the selecting of a successor, with Swiss guards and red robed cardinals in attendance.
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Tribute to Pope Pius XI Draws Wide Catholic Pray
Prominent U S church leaders and leaders of other faiths join in tribute to Pope Pius XI. James A Farley and Alfred E Smith speak of his lasting spiritual influence and role in world peace and social justice. Msgr Ready calls him a real saint noted for sanctity and courage.
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Alfred E. Smith
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Michael J. Ready
Washington
National Catholic Welfare Conference
Berlin Flags At Half Mast For The Pope
Berlin orders public buildings to fly flags at half mast in tribute to Pope Pius XI on his death. Foreign embassies follow suit. Germany may appoint a delegation for the funeral. A government spokesman pledges adherence to diplomatic custom as leaders react with sorrow.
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Fordham Leader Mourned Death of Holy See Supporter
The Rev. Robert I. Gannon S. J. of Fordham University calls the pope a martyr to liberty as mourners remember his death and honor his stand for religious freedom.
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Fordham University
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Housing Chief Confers With Raleigh Officials
Nathan Straus U S housing administrator met Raleigh officials to discuss housing programs. He will broadcast this afternoon and then travel to Charleston South Carolina as part of a Southern tour spanning fourteen states to report on ongoing housing efforts.
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