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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1909
Page
16
Preacher in St Ann’s Church cites the Barcelona episode and Ferrer’s alleged programs, urging Christians to reject media bias. The report recounts Ferrer’s life, alleged links to anti religious plots, and trials in Barcelona with witnesses detailing rioting and attempts to incite violence. Catholic clergy defend the church while critics warn against eroding religion and morality.
Father Handry, born in Tennessee and long in Florence, now a Catholic priest tied to the Apostolic Mission House in Brookland, urges Catholics to avoid European church news until unimpeachable church authority confirms it. He cites rampant anti-government press influence and calls for public opinion organs to purge suspected anti religious bias.
In Paria on November 7, bishops including Mer Berg urge Catholic parents to keep children from public schools if Catholic schools exist. Teachers consider a test suit over church interference with public education as authorities investigate the situation. Damages lawsuits from interdicted book authors are anticipated. Archbishop Pabourg calls Catholic voters to defend church interests as catechism is revised to frame voting as a religious duty.
Father Gorell, famed monk preacher, lectured in Leghorn Cathedral amid mixed crowds after a challenge by Socialist Deputy Pedreta to prove Lourdes miracles. Catholics applauded while anti-Catholics cried Viva Ferrer. A hymn was sung and a tumult ensued, with police arresting several and protecting friars from anti clerical attacks.
A lecture by Rev Dr W Russell at Carroll Hall urged law and medical students to be readers of their communities and guardians of the orphan and widow. Father Roberts spoke, about 180 enrolled, and the retreat for men at St Patrick s Church continues with daily services and morning instructions this week.
The Rev Dr Thomex Chitas rector of All Saints Episcopal Church Chevy Chase will retire from the pastorate. The Rev H H D Sterrett will succeed he is not in parish and will take duties around the first Sunday in January. The vestry and congregation note the growth of the parish and thank Dr Chitas for his years of service.
Cardinal Gibbons will lead low Mass and administer communion to 1500 in the Third Sunday League. Apostolic delegate to attend solemn vespers. Sanctuary choir from St. Aloysius with Ern Winchester directs. Notre Dame Academy pupils and Geneeaa School students participate. Full choral music outlined for the Pontifical Mass at St. Aloysius.
The congregation of St Marys Church and German Catholics from varied sections of the District gathered at St Marys Cemetery near Brookland for the annual In memory of the dead service. Hundreds followed clergy and acolytes in solemn prayers through the grounds as the choir led a requiem. Pastor Frank A Woonenburg spoke briefly in German before the Libera Domine was sung.
The Rev Charles Warren Turner preached yesterday at St James Falls Church Wi in support of Catholic Indian and colored missions. He spoke again at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart in the city during a Men's League gathering. His sermons centered on Light Eternal as part of a week of religious services. Between 200 and 300 members of the Men's Rescue received Holy Communion at 3 am mass led by Rev Joseph F McGae, director of the league, with the mass concluding after early morning solemnities.
Rev Mr Copp delivered a sermon to railwaymen titled A Regular Run at Bethany Chapel. He likened God to the railroad owner and Christ to the superintendent, warning of dangers on the spiritual track from birth to dissolution. He urged right paths, enlightened conscience, and avoidance of small temptations that lead to perdition.
A German culture event at the Columbia Turnverein clubhouse honors Friedrich von Schiller with performances by the Arion Society and guests. Recitals, piano and viola solos, poems, and speeches feature prominently as members describe Schiller's life and works. Upcoming events include Washington Saengerbund concerts and Thanksgiving dances at the clubhouse.
Weather Bureau analysis notes a moderate depression moved from Florida Saturday night into the Midwest, bringing storms to Indiana Ohio and adjoining regions. Expect warmer readings in central valleys Monday then cooling, with storm warnings on the Pacific coast and moderate southerly winds along U.S. coasts.
Special opening showcases a modern floral store with a basement conservatory, steam-wiped floors, and movable glass-top displays. Mr Kramer, already running a Grant Street shop, features the Queen Beatrice rose, seven state medals, and plans a public display to promote cultivation and service in a central city location.
Twenty five persons were admitted to Simibership Missionary Episcopal Church yesterday during services at Lowtre cot Verte. Morning and evening worship featured Parka and Rev Dr Igene Clark of Howard University School of Theology delivering sermons. Special music came from the church choir under Mrs Aratella V Chase, with stewarts including Alex, Jane, George W Taylor, Pater Col Jackson, Minnie Minot, and others assisting. The pastor is Rev W S Jackson.
A unique service yesterday at the Sixth Presbyterian Church marked by former members returning after years away. Rev Dr Arthur W Boker preached on The Christian's Indian Summer, with Mrs Georgiana F Borge and Miss Elfreda Payne among those assisting, and an orchestra led by Helge E Murray.
The Rev Dr George M Whitehouse announced his resignation from Immanuel Baptist Church on Sixteenth Street and Columbia Road. He and Mrs Whitehouse will move to Tacoma Washington to lead Sixth Avenue Baptist Church due to ill health. The congregation will elect a successor, with plans to fill the role promptly.
Dr C Dixon plans a monthly magazine from Mandy Church to defend orthodox Bible readings against rationalism. The project will include contributions from Rev John Earle and aims to rebuke higher thought scholars challenging traditional truth.
Treasury Department notice certifies that District Nation Bank of Washington is authorized to commence banking in Washington DC after compliance with federal statutes. Also notes annual meeting of the Directors of the Bachelors' Social Club on November 9 with officer elections. Revival by Rev. Thog Harrison at Rugde Island Avenue Methodist Church advertised with daily services except Saturday.
Relatives report Salvo Glorigie 2 years old died from inhaling gas in his room at 20 Delaware Avenue Northeast Saturday night. He was found dead with gas escaping from an open jet yesterday morning. Gloriaso was described as a cabinet maker who worked in Richmond, Virginia. A separate item notes a Columbia Historical Society meeting at Shoreham Hotel banquet hall tomorrow at 8 pm with Mrs Jonnie W Scudder delivering A Historical Sketch of the Unitarian Church of Washington and Glenn Brown presenting a travel feature.
Exponents of the high thought religion gathered at Reuscher's for a meeting. They plan five Sunday sessions titled High Thought Union Meetings with Miss Emma Gray as the sole speaker yesterday and others named to present in future talks about faith healing and Jesus power.
St Louis financier How, described as a college graduate involved with the Welfare Association, announced plans to visit Washington this week to hold several meetings for the unemployed in the district. He previously addressed gatherings in Baltimore and London, focusing on the condition of the working class and welfare efforts amid the unemployed army.
Edward Smith of Syracuse and a detective returned to the city on Saturday to answer charges of false pretenses filed by RL White. Attorney Milton Strasburger represents Smith’s interests. the case involves an invention and alleged infringement. Bail set by Justice Gonia at $200.
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