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Churches, 1931

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N.s.w. Catholic Debating Societies' Union. the Union

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 25
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The meeting of the Council of the Union, presided over by the general president, Mr. C. D. Irwin, held on Friday, 8th May, in the C.W.A. Rooms, was…

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From Rome to our Copy Desk: The World's Catholic News the "Fides" Service Bright Prospects for Church in Japan. Solver of Problems

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 8

(The remarkable fact that the world-wide depression being felt heavily in Japan at the present time is drawing people to the Catholic Church is exposed in the following article…

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Looking Backwards. Our Catholic Life of Long Ago. Notes From Our Files of 1885

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 9

The first announcement of the erection of a new parish at Botany Bay was published in the "Freeman" on April 11, when it was stated that Archbishop…

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Scouts and Scouting. Conducted by "White Eagle." Second Campsie PACK—34th Catholic. "The Old Wolf."

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 10

We hope that all our fellow cubs enjoyed their Easter camps, that is if most of the packs were fortunate to hold a camp. The pack did not hold their…

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Hamilton Eisteddfod. for Sacred Heart Church

The Catholic Press · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 25

The first annual juvenile eisteddfod took place in the Southern Cross Hall, Maitlandroad, Hamilton, on the 6th, 7th and 8th inst. Miss Myra Laird was the…

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The Church in Many Lands International News Service How to Help the Missions

The Catholic Press · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 6

The best way to assist all Catholic Missions is to be a regular member of the Propagation of the Faith, the Holy Father's own official Society for aiding Catholic Missions everywhere. Ordinary members pay 2s 2d a year. Special members contribute £1 Is 8d annually, and…

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Wallsend's New Church. Opened and Blessed by Dr. Gleeson, C.SS.R

The Catholic Press · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 15

All roads led to Wallsend on Sunday last for the blessing and opening of St. Patrick's new church by his Lordship Eight Rev. Dr. Gleeson, C.SS.K. (Bishop…

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Come to Church Granville Invitation

The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 3

A "Come to Church" Sunday will be held in Granville on June 14. A decision to this effect was reached at a meeting of the Ministers' Fraternal…

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Church Money Stolen Despicable Granville Theft

The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 3

A despicable theft took place at Granville early on Saturday morning, when thieves broke into Ensign Pack's home in Sydney-road and raided a…

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St. Patrick's Church, Wallsend. Opening and Blessing

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 18

On Sunday his Lordship the Right Rev. Dr. Gleeson, C.SS.R., Bishop of Maitland, opened and blessed the new church of St. Patrick at Wallsend…

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The Church in the Cables

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 20

THE revolution in Spain and the establishment of a Republic necessarily affect the domestic interests of the Catholic Church in that country and it may be some time before the Church's relations with the new Government will be satisfactorily settled. There are already indications that the attitude…

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Church Difficulties in Germany

Freeman's Journal · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 31

The Church in Germany is developing in membership and influence. It has two new Bishops and is deriving other benefits from the Vatican-Prussian…

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Combined Church Service. Goulburn

The Sydney Morning Herald · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 10

A special service has been arranged at St. Saviour's Church of England Cathedral to pray for God's blessing and guidance for the country in this time of crisis, and as an expression…

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Well-doing No Halt by Church Glory of Burnside

The Sun · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 13

"The Church has no greater glory than the Burnside orphan homes, nor is there a more practical evidence of Christianity."…

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Waking Up Back to the Churches Need for Religion

The Sun · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 19

Are the Churches losing their bold upon the people in Australia? While agreeing with many of the views expressed yesterday by the…

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Rare Treasures in Spanish Churches Art and Science

The Sun · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 14

Although age has dulled the walls of the convents, monasteries and churches of Southern Spain the years have brought fabulous value…

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The Church And Christianity

The Labor Daily · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 4

POLITICS seems recently to have a singular attraction for churchmen. In this the clergy somewhat resemble showmen, who eagerly pursue the latest and most topical to present as entertainment to the public…

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Church's Hour Presbyterians on Crisis Big Revival?

The Daily Telegraph · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 11

The Presbyterian Assembly spent the greater part of yesterday's sessions in discussing "the national crisis," arising out of…

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Spanish Churches Crash in Flames Grim Fury of Mob Priests Seek Safety Atgibraltar Land of Smoke London

The Daily Telegraph · Thursday 14 May 1931 · page 8

With the exception of the Cathedral every church and consent in Malaga, including the Bishop's Palace is…

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