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PAGE 6—THE BULLETIN, May 16, 1959 RESOLUTIONS SAVANNAH DIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN 1. RESOLVED, That this Council pledge its loyally lo and atieciion lor the new Voniill, His Holiness, Pope John XXU1, and pray tor ihe success of his enoris in be half of Church Unity, parti cularly the Ecumenical Coun cil. 2. RESOLVED, That this Council send to His Excel lency, Archoishop Gerald P. O’Hara, a message of loyally and devoiion and a prayer for an anundance of God's graces lo assist him in his good works. 3. RESOLVED, That this Council oiler lls services lo His Excellency, Bishop Thomas J. McDonough, in his Program of the Comraierniiy ot Christian Doclrine, and lur- llier lhal each member pray one Hail Mary daily lor His Excellency's intentions. 4. RESOLVED, That this Council support and promoxe programs tostering vocations. and through its individual members pray tor vocations tor the Diocese of Savannah. 5. RESOLVED, That this Council give its full influence and efforts in extending the membership of St. Mary's Home Guild in support of St. Mary's Home. 6. RESOLVED, That this Council continue its eiloris to rid ihe newstands and book shops of indecent literature. 7. RESOLVED, That this Council when called upon, cooperate with our Catholic Youth Organizations in deve loping and promoting their aciivilies. 8. RESOLVED, That this Council place lis trust in Our Lady ot Good Counsel and pray to her frequently for her help and guidance in carrying out its mission. RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE Miss Sophia M. Benchina, Chairman; Mrs. Joseph Win ders, Members; Mrs. Hugh Kimbrough, Member. - m m - * MRS. BUCKLEY INSTALLED AT AUGUSTA AUGUSTA — At the May meeting of St. Patrick’s Council of Catholic Women Mrs. H. S. Buckley was installed as pres ident for the coming year by Miss Margaret Straunch, out going president. An interesting report of the recent Diocesan Convention of Catholic Women held in Macon was given by the delegates who represented St. Patrick's Parish. A suggested program for the coming years was outlined, and Mrs. .ouckiey appointed the fol lowing committee chairmen: Contraternity of Christian Doc trine, Miss Margaret Strauch; Spiritual Development, Mrs. D. T. Whaiey; Catholic Charities, Mrs. vv. D. Moore; Public Re lations, Miss Mary E. Sullivan; Teiepnone, Mrs. Peggy Kiot- bassa; Nursery, Mrs. 11. B. Rob erts: Youth, Mrs. Edna Hearn. As tms was the last meeting until September, a summer schedule for providing flowers and other Altar Society activi ties, was completed, f ollowing the business meeting a social hour was enjoyed. Singer Connie Francis Honored By University SOUTH ORANGE, N. J„ May 4 (NC)—Connie Francis, record ing star and television favorite, was presented with Seton Hall University’s Centennial medal, and the institution’s first “out standing entertainer of the year” award at the Scholarship Club’s second annual dinner dar.ce here. The 20-year-old star was lauded for “the’distinction she has brought to her country by her recording achievements and her personal integrity.” Last month Miss Francis was pre sented with the CYO Award of the Albany, N. Y. diocese in recognition of her success. Past winners of Seton Hall awards have been William J. Brennan, Jr., Associate Justice of the U. S. Supreme Court; Secretary of Labor James P. Mitchell, and Father James Keller, M. M., founder and director of the Christophers. VALDOSTA FIRST COMMUNION — First Communicants of St. John the Evangelist Parish, Valdosta, are pictured with their pastor, the Rev. Thomas R. Payne. (Photo—Brookman’s Studio). The fellow who bids for praise always buys the cheapest kind. New Officers Lor Albany Altar Society ALBANY—The last monthly meeting of St. Teresa’s Altar Society until September was held May 4th in the school auditorium. it was decided that May 21 will be “fsaroecue Day.” The chairman for the barbecue will be Mrs. O. K. Lewis, Jr., with Mrs. Ernest f udge, co-chairman. Mrs. Ray Pinkston gave a re port on tire Council oi Catholic Women Convention recently held in Macon. One topic of interest to .all at tne meeting Wc . what can be done to get ooseene literature off of news stands. Mrs. Pinkston’s report was informative as wefi as in teresting. Mrs. R. E. Mock, as nominat ing chairman, presented the fol lowing of slate of officers for the coming year: President, Mrs. O. K. Lewis, Jr.; vice president, Mrs. frank Hertz; secretary, Mrs. J. M. Wolfe, and treasurer, Mrs. G. W. Hughiey, Jr. Father Marvin j. Le Frois thanked the outgoing officers and ail members tor the co operation and accomplishments for the past year and welcomed the new officers. A gift was presented to Mrs. J. L. Lindsey, the retiring presi dent, by the members in grati tude for the work she has done to “help us attain our goals this year.” Seminary Dedication NOTRE DAME, Ind., (NC — Archbishop Egidio Vagnozzi, Apostolic Delegate to the U. S., dedicated the new three-million dollar Moreau Seminary here on May 13. Awards Given Athletes of Cathedral School SAVANNAH — Sports activ ities lor the school year were concluded at Cathedral Day School with the presentation of awards to basketball players and election of captains for next year at a banquet in the school cafeteria. Frank McKenna received a trophy as the most outstanding basketball player and Mary El len Leonard won the Stubbs Trophy as the most outstanding athlete. Stephen Saunders and Mike Coburn were named captain and alternate captain of next year’s boys’ * 1 2 3 4 team. The girls’ team will be captained by Michele Cooley with JoAnn Jar rell alternate captain. Tom Cofley, Morning News sports editor, as guest speaker told of the values of sports. Oth er speakers were Benedictine Coach V ic Mell and Msgr. T. James McNamara. Players receiving awards were: frank McKenna, Michael Remion, Lee Roy Babin, Jack Hogan, Buddy Atterberry, Hu bert Gibson, Stephen Saunders, Mike Coburn, Joe Thomas, Fred South, Tommy Hogan, Jimmy Stafford, Robert Kelly, Michael Gulick and manager Mike Brady. Mary Ellen Leonard, Helene Balcom, Ann llaliigan, Kay Stafford, Donna Wells, Pat Woodward, Theresa Kearney, Vicky Puder, Carol Ferraro, Michele Cooley, Sharon Forbes, Mary Sharon Hammitt, Jo Ann Jarrell and manager Margaret Scheider. R’s surprising how many peo ple waste their time telling others not to waste theirs. Agnes Hoffman Award Created WARNER ROBINS—Lt Colo nel Agnes M. Hoffman, Reg AF Ret., was honored recently by the members of the Legion of Mary, Sacred Heart Church. In recognition of her devoted service to Sacred Heart paro chial school and parish and her participation in the activities of civic organizations in the city, the membership established an award, to be given annually on a rotating basis to the parochial school class which exhibits the prize-winning entry in its cate gory in the spring flower show. The trophy, to be known as the Agnes Hoffman Award, is a ceramic statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The madonna was made in the studio of Mr. and Mrs. Er nest Foster by the Fosters and Mrs. Louise Hawes, all of War ner Robins. Prior to her retirement from the Air Force in December 1958, Colonel Hoffman was assigned to Headquarters Fourteenth Air Force in the office of the Inspec tor General. Colonel Hoffman was a mem ber of the Inter-Organizational Council for a number of years, holding the office of chairman for one year. She has served as vice-chairman and member of the board of directors of the local Community Chest. For two years Colonel Hoff man served as president of the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild. She was the first president of the local praesidium of the Legion of Mary. The parochial school has been especially dear to the colonel’s heart and she has given gener ously of her time and talents to numerous school projects. She has acted as treasurer of the school building fund and vice- president of the Home and School Association. A native of New York State, Colonel Hoffman has decided to make Georgia her home. ESSAY HONORS Services For Mrs. Charlton SAVANNAH, Ga.—Graveside services for Mrs. Mary A. Charl ton, who died April 30th in Den ver, Colo, were held May 4th in the Catholic Cemetary, Rev. Robert J. Teoli of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist offi ciating. Survivors are a son, Robert D. Charlton of Denver, Colo, two daughters, Mrs. Karl Eppich of Denver and Mrs. Charles. S. Lerch of Baltimore, Md.; a sis ter, Mrs. Frank W. Frewen of Denver; ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. RICHARD NIJIM BARBARA ELLIS VALDOSTA—Local recognition was awarded Richard Nijim, Sixth Grade, and Barbara Ellis, Eighth Grade of St. John The Evangelist School. The recognition was made for their essays on Christopher Gustanus Memminger. This contest was sponsored by the United Daughters of the Confederacy. MSGR. McNAMARA ATTENDS NATIONAL U.S.O. MEETING SAVANNAH — Among the prominent Catholics attending the fourth annual USO National Council Meeting in Washington, D. C. was the Rt. Rev. Msgr. T. James McNamara, of Savannah. The USO Council is an advis ory group of community leaders —including a large contingent of Catholics—from all parts of the United States. Its members spent two days hearing govern ment and military speakers out line the need for greater morale and welfare services to the young men and women in uni form, and participating in work shops based on a recently com pleted study of the USO pro gram. Plans were announced for the expansion of USO services over seas in Okinawa, the Caribbean, the Philippines, Korea, Turkey, and Alaska, which will receive more entertainment units. It was also reported that USO, in an effort to increase public awareness and support of the program, will organize active committee groups in five hun dred non-military communities where USO is not organized to day. USO services will be fur ther extended to isolated mili tary installations like Nike Sites, and radar stations in this country. The National Catholic Com munity Service is one of the six member agencies of USO, a vol untary organization which as sists in meeting the religious, social, and welfare needs of members of the U. S. armed forces. Edward J. Civehevich Services In Savannah SAVANNAH, G a. — Funeral services for Edward J. Ciuce- vich were held May 4th at the Cathedral of St. John the Bap tist. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. W. J. Sullivan, and Mrs. J. W. Page, both of Savannah; seven sons, John E. Ciucevich, Joseph F. Ciucevich, G. Edward Ciucevich, Walter L. Ciucevich, David J. Ciucevich, all of Savan nah, Gilbert T. Ciucevich, Wil liam K. Ciucevich, both of. Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; five sisters, Mrs. George A. Mercer, Mrs. Joseph F. O’Leary, Mrs. Annie Rivers and Mrs. Nora Blowe, all of Savannah and Mrs. Har riet Clinton, Burlington, Vt.; 17 grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Services For B. E. McBride SAVANNAH, G a. — Funeral services for Bernard E. McBride were held April 29th at the Sacred Heart Church. Services For Mrs. Barratta SAVANNAH, Ga-Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian Oneita Barratta, were held May 4th at St. James Church, Rev. John D. Toomey officiating. Survivors are her husband, Vincent E. Barratta, Sr.; two sons, Vincent E. Barratta, Jr., and Milton Joseph Barratta, Sr.; her mother, Mrs. Julia Sheppard, Columbia, S. C; two brothers, George Lester Sheppard, Co lumbia, S. C. and James Ryan Sheppard, Ridgeland; four sis ters, Mrs. D. W. Mauldin, Sa vannah; Mrs. C. M. Powell, Sa vannah; Mrs. W. A. Powell and Mrs. J. H. Floyd, both of Ridge land; eight grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Warner Robins Recollection Day At Sacred Heart Columbus Tribute lo . . St. Joseph's Nursing p as t Officers (Continued from Page 1) The curriculum, covering a three-year period, will be based on principles and concepts of Christianity which should en able students to develop ma turity and to assume responsi bility for their own actions in personal and professional life. Scientific selective techniques will be used by the Faculty in screening applicants who meet the following requirements: (1) Single and between 17 and 2(1 years of age. (2) Graduates of an accredit ed academic high school pro gram. (3) Normal piiysical and men tal health. (4) Successful in the college entrance tests requirements. Any applicant who has met all the admission requirements except those governing the payment ol fees. may apply for use oi scholarship funds. The Women’s Auxiliary of St. Fran cis has initiated an annual Mar- di Gras Ball as a means of cre ating and maintaining a school of nursing scholarship fund. Each year several $300.00 awards will be offered on the basis of high school records, demonstrated ability, character and financial need. Eligibility of students for scholarships will be determined by the Executive Committee of the Faculty. A formal opening of Ave Ma ria Hail will be held during the latter part of the summer and an invitation to the public will be issued at that time. AUGUSTA,—The St. Joseph’s Council of Catholic Women held their April meeting in Lourdes Hall on Lumpkin Road. A spe cial tribute was paid to the past officers of the Council and the wonderful accomplishments they had made in both civic and spiritual work. Among the past officers present at this meet ing were: Mrs. Edwin Colley, Mrs. A. T. Cole, Mrs. John T. Iiolleran, Mrs. Jos. Kapral and Mrs. Charles Parsons. They were each presented with a small gift in appreciation of the wonderful work they had done in their responsible posi tions. The main project of the Coun cil in recent months is the esta blishment of a kindergarten to start operation in September, 1959. Plans are near completion and registration for the kinder garten will begin on Sunday, May 17 after the 7 am, 9 am, and 11 am Masses and will also be held on May 24th and 31st after each Mass. Upon completion of the busi ness meeting which was con ducted by Mrs. Stephen Szemc- sak, president of the St. Joseph’s Council of Catholic Women, a social hour followed. HOME TO ROOST The man who gets what he deserves puts up quite a howl when he finds he has to pay the transportation charges. FIRST COMMUNION CLASS, ST. JAMBS, SAVANNAH WARNER ROBINS—A Day of Recollection, sponsored by Sacred Heart Council 4371 of the Knights of Columbus, was held in the parish church for all men of the parish. Retreat master for this event Was Rev. M. V. Jarreau,, a Je suit priest, from Ignatius House Atlanta. The ceremonies began with a special 10 a. m. mass which was followed by a buffet style lunch eon in the school cafeteria. A series of afternoon talks were given by Rev. Jarreau. Between talks the men were allowed cer tain periods of time for medita tion and worship. The retreat was finalized with benediction given by Rev. Jar reau. WELL PLANNED The man who brings up the rear in the race of life is not always the last to reach his goal. Try to please everybody, and you'll find it very impleasing. NATIONAL USO MEETING — Shown at the fourth annual USO National Council Meet ing held recently at Washington, D. C. are left to right: William R. Bowdoin, of Atlanta, USO state Chairman; Rt. Rev. Msgr. T. James McNamara, P.A.; Harvey S. Firestone, Jr., USO Presi dent; Edward Silverson, of the NCOS committee of Norfolk, Va. BISHOP McDONOUGH 222 East Harris, Savannah, Ga. Holy Father expresses thankfulness devoted message oc casion annual convention Diocesan Council Catholic Women. Cordially imparts members paternal Apostolic blessing. CARDINAL TARDINI