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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1914
Page
9
The papal reforms sparked a major revision of the Vulgate and halted the Modernist movement. The codification of ecclesiastical law, known as Bull Status V, is described as a historic undertaking that will leave a lasting mark on church history.
A historical note repeats the full ecclesiastical title of Pope Pius X describing him as Higherness the Pope bishop of Rome vicar of Jesus Christ successor of St Peter Prince of the Apostles Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church patriarch of the West primate of Italy archbishop and metropolitan of the Roman province sovereign of the temporal dominions of the Holy Roman Catholic Church.
A historical overview of Pope Pius X focusing on anti modernist measures, reinvigorating church discipline, revising the Vulgate, and tightening control over clergy. The narrative notes the antimodernist oath, suppression of reform currents, and reorganization of missionary and congregational structures.
A fragmented obituary note recalls Pope Pius XII's lighter side. It mentions his fondness for sport, organizing Vatican foot races, and a taste for English study at age 73. It also notes gifts from New York satellites, such as an automobile, and his simple habits like tobacco use.
The official communication from Home announces Tuas 1ith at the Uiral tebbous residence as the conclave must open within ten days after the pope's death. It notes Balumoere Aug 22 and mentions a short vacation at Sping Lake while observers doubt the final outcome. The Baltimore J tle reports Rome unobtainable due to a European war, delaying decisive travel.
Cardinals in Rome prepare for a papal election in a sealed conclave after the death of Pope Pius X. The process includes strict secrecy, two thirds voting, and obsequies lasting nine days. The cardinals, led by the camerlengo and dean, live in isolation within the Vatican as they select the next pope under heavy guard.
Pope Pius X redefined U S ecclesiastical structure transferring authority from the mission congregation to the Congregation of the Consistory. Archbishop Giovanni Bonanno named successor to Cardinal Diomede Fattonio as apostolic delegate in Washington. Washington University may again seek aid via national church collections. A foreign missionary seminary was authorized at Osanning New York to train priests for overseas work. The Catholic Church Extension Society was granted authorization for its nationwide catechism and fundraising efforts with Chicago as headquarters.
The text outlines how a Pope elect is asked to accept the office and choose a name, after which the cardinals lower their canopies and the new Pope is cloaked in papal garments. The namerlingo is appointed, the fisherman's ring placed, and the proclamation to the people is made by the senior cardinal deacon in St Peter's. A coronation occurs on the first Sunday or holiday after the election, marking the beginning of the Pontificate.
Giusepppe Melchiorre Sarto later Pope Pius X rose from poverty to the papacy after election on August 4, 1903. The article traces his early life in Castelfranco and Padua, seminary years, priesthood, and rise through church offices, highlighting his charitable work for family, humble living, and steadfast approach to Vatican duties amid church state tensions in Italy France Portugal and Spain. It notes his motto To restore everything to Christ and his efforts to balance church authority with political realities during a period of religious and governmental challenges.
The aged Pope Pius XII faced severe breathing trouble and lung infections amid World War I era turmoil. He weakened after August illness, receiving stimulants and oxygen, while counselors and confidants, including Mgr Rosa, prepared for possible conclave duties. Rumors of death circulated before Vatican denials, as the Pope endured gouty catarrh and a burdensome war burden.
A condensed historical overview recounts how 259 popes have led the church since Saint Peter, noting key early bishops, notable papal longevity, and the succession from Pius VI to Pius X amid shifts in electing methods since the second council of Lyons.
Daily reports by Cardinal Merrdet Val, papal secretary of state, to the pope describe wartime conditions and calls for clerical prayer. The Vatican sought influence to stop bloodshed as Europe neared war, distraught by the assassination shocks and the split between Austria and Serbia.
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