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8 THE BULLETIN OE THE CATHOLIC LAYMEN'S ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA THE BULLETIN The Official Organ of the Catholic Laymen’s Association of Georgia. Published Monthly by the Publicity Department, 409 Herald Building, Augusta, Georgia. Subscription Price—$2.00 Per Year VOL. II. JANUARY, 1921 No. 2 The Bulletin appears this month with that gloomy black border which betokens a paper’s mourning. That it appears at all is a tribute to the efficiency of its late editor, Mr. James J. Farrell, whose organizing ability and contagious enthusiasm for the work of the of the Laymen’s Association, had assembled around him a number of faithful lieutenants thoroughly de voted to the cause, and by reason of Mr. Farrell s characteristic self-effacement, capable in the sudden crisis of carrying on the work without interruption. This is, indeed, a. tribute to my friend Farrell, “Little Jimmy,” as I fondly called him, for he was very dear to my heart. Only the work of the man who works for himself stops with his death. The work that is done for others—for God and his fellowman—goes on. As his friend and as the president of the Cath olic Laymen’s Association of Georgia, I can not pay a more beautiful tribute to Jim Farrell than to say, ^s this issue of The Bulletin attests his spirit still is guiding us. From the letters and telegrams published below, from the newspaper accounts which all have read, and from the touching tributes paid to his mem ory, which so many heard in those sad days when all numb and heartbroken we were putting him away, it is plain in what high esteem he was held by all. I can not say more. P. H. RICE, State President. Louisville, Ky., December 16. My dear Captain Rice: The news of Farrell’s death came like a solid blow. When the message was brought to me, I was engaged reading his letters, received in the morning mail. It was, indeed, “like the lightning comes out of the west.” His letters, which came every day, had ex hibited the same striking energy, the same fervent in terest, the same kindly spirit, the same dash and verve and bright color, as always. How verily true, , “ye know not the day nor the hour!” His death leaves me sensible of a personal loss. Frequent exchange of viewpoint and opinion, ex pressed in the frankest way, touching matters dear to the hearts of us both, had in the course of years endeared Jim Farrell to me rather more than I care to say; only—I shall miss him a long time. The cause in Georgia will feel it, distinctly. He was ad mirably equipped in both training and experience, and no less in talents and disposition, for the campaign of better citizenship and a more friendly relation among persons of all creeds, which you have been conduct ing. There is not a citizen of Georgia who has at heart the permanent welfare of his State, but has lost a friend in Farrell, and none, I believe, did they know the aim and character of the man and the rich qual ities of his heart, but would lament his death as they would lament few of Georgia’s many worthy sons. He left his work unfinished all do who work for a Cause but he laid the foundations of a lasting monument to his name. And written at the base thereof, as there will be written on the capstone when it is completed, are that first and greatest command ment—Love the Lord thy God with thy whole heart; and the second, like unto this—Love thy neighbor as thyself. BENEDICT ELDER. To the Editor of The Bulletin: I have just received The Bulletin for December, 1920. Permit me to congratulate you, both on the typographical appearance and its contents. It is brimming full of good, useful and instructive reading matter. I am sure, through the medium of The Bul letin, much good work can be done, and I sincerely hope it will continue to grow and flourish, to the end that its influence will be felt not only in Georgia, but throughout the Nation. Some may be inclined to be come discouraged, at times, and ask what good is being accomplished? Its influence can not be meas ured by a yardstick; its fruits may not be apparent or felt for years to come, nevertheless, the good work now being done, will pay us and our posterity a hun dredfold, just as sure as the sun shines overhead. We all know that a squash reaches to maturity in a few weeks, but an enduring oak which will weather the storms and tempests requires years to attain its maturity. Needless to say, we are the oak. There fore, we must build patiently if we would build per manently. Keep up the good work. Wishing you a Merry Christmas, and a Happy and Prosperous New Year, I am, Sincerely yours, (Signed) J. B. McCALLUM. Albany, Ga., December, 1920. Editor C. L. A., Augusta, Ga. Dear Sir: We of the Catholic Georgia Missions are gliding along slowly and peacefully, in harmony with all our neighbors, not the slightest trifle of dis cord, or religious prejudice ever mars the tranquility of our peaceful sea. We live, as it were, in the “zone of calms.” With sincere wishes for the continued success of the C. L. A., also kindest personal regards, I am, (Signed) J. G. BARRON, Rural V. G., South Georgia Missions. 1501 Second Avenue, Columbus, Ga. The Catholic Laymen’s Association: The Catholic Laymen of Columbus wish to congrat ulate the Publicity Department of the Association on the success of The Bulletin. It is a very interesting paper. We extend best wishes for continued success for the New Year. (Signed) R. W. NEEDHAM. Atlanta, Ga., December 14, 1920. Editor Bulletin: Good cheer and hearty congratulations to The Bul letin. Godspeed and increase the great work of The Bulletin in bringing about a spirit of tolerance and fellowship among our non-Catholic brethren and fel- low-Georgians. All honor to The Bulletin for the greater unity among all Catholics in Georgia. Sincerely, (Signed) J. J. HAVERTY, State Vice-President.