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Churches, 1912

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Belfast Memories. a Short History of Presbyterian Revolt

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 36

If it is even hinted to a Belfast man that there might possibly have been a time when his beloved city was not mentioned on any map, his patriotic soul rises into…

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Sectarianism in Politics. Anti-catholic Intolerance. Denounced by a Leading Newspaper

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 31

In the course of a loading article on "The Need of Tolerance," the "Clarence and Richmond Examiner," which has never been noted for partiality to Catholics, says:…

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Relics of England's Catholic Past. in St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 8

Interesting discoveries have been made at the old Chapter Library at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. Over the whole length of the roof of the western walk of…

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The Children's [?] Boys and Girls Who Read the "Catholic Press." Edited by Playmate The Essay Competition

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 46

Dear Playmates,—As you are in the midst of your Easter vacation I will not address many words to yon tins week, but only remind you that the time for the…

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The Triumph of Christianity: When Constantine Overcame the Tyrant Maxentius What the Catholic World Celebrates Next Year

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 20

It has been said in some Italian journals that the celebration of the 16th centenary of Constantine's victory and the Edict of Milan had been promised for the…

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"Kate Shelley at the Bridge." an Trish-american Catholic Girl's Deed of Glory. a Stirring Story Recalled

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 7

The "Catholic Standard" of Philadelphia tells once more the story of Kate Shelley, the littlo Irish-American Catholic girl, who saved 200 lives in the flooding of the River…

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Churches at Easter. St. Canice's, Darlinghurst

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 25

On Easter Sunday there were large congregations at the 7 and 9 o'clock Masses, the latter being a Missa Cantata, at which the choir, under the baton of Mr. J. F…

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Leading Churches in Sydney Hours of Devotion. Useful Information for Visitors

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 54

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Church of Mary Immaculate, Manly

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 23

Great devotion was exhibited by the Catholic people of Manly during Holy Week, all the saered functions being well attended, and large numbers approaching the…

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St. Patrick's, Church Hill

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 36

On Sunday, at the evening devotions, the Right Rev. Monsignor O'Brien will preach the sermon at the meeting of the men's branch of the Sacred Heart Society…

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Churches at Easter St. Benedict's

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 23

There were large congregations at all the Masses at St. Benedict's on Easter Sunday, but at the High Mass at 11 o'clock the church was filled to overflowing…

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St. Patrick's, Church Hill

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 23

High Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick's, Church Hill, on Easter Sunday at 11 o'clock, in the presence of a great congregation. The Rev. Father L, Chatelet, S.M.,…

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The Church and Medicine. and Those Who Fear to Send for the Priest

The Catholic Press · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 39

There were many fine things well said at the reception given to the Cardinal. Archbishop of Beston by the doctors who form the Guild of St. Luke. The Keynote of…

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Constantine Commemorations. When the Church Emerged From the Catacombs

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 11

The Pope has been graciously pleased to approve of the proposal to fittingly celebrate in Rome next year the sixteenth centenary of the promulgation in A.D. 313 of the…

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Blue Mountain Churches

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 29

The order during the summer season un­less notice to the contrary is published. Inquiry should be made whether the Masses and devotions have been postponed…

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Holy Week in the Churches

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 17

That devotion characteristic of the Catholic faith was manifest in all the churches throughout the diocese dawing the solemn ceremonies which were held during Holy…

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Churches of Christ. Melbourne

The Sydney Morning Herald · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 8

The Federal Conference of Churches of Christ in Australia commenced to-day. All Australian States and New Zealand are represented. It was decided that the incoming…

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A Church for Queensland. Money Subscribed by West London Congregation

The Sun · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 9

Rev. W. J. B. Scott, rector of Gladstone, Queensland, who was a passenger by the Orient liner. Orama, which arrived to- day, returns from England with £1000, which will…

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Church in India. the Primate's Appeal. Endorsed by the King

The Daily Telegraph · Thursday 11 April 1912 · page 9

LONDON. Wednesday.--King George cordially endorses. the Primate's appeal to the younger clergy to volunteer as chaplains In India. The King states that during his tour he was…

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Compulsory Service. Australian System. a Scoutmaster's Mission

The Sydney Morning Herald · Friday 12 April 1912 · page 9

One of the passengers by the mail steamer Orama from England yesterday was Mr. Edward Smerdon, a leading British scoutmaster…

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