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THE BULLETIN OF THE CATHOLIC LAYMEN’S ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA 13 Printed It All. The Messenger of Worcester, Mass., printed the pamphlet in entirety with this introduction: “The latest pamphlet issued by the Catholic Lay men’s Association of Georgia relates to ‘Catholics and the Pope.’ This organization of the South deserves much credit for its courageous and persistent attempt to reduce prejudice against Catholics. Local prej udice has been greatly lessened by their clear explana tions of the much attacked phases of the Catholic religion. The organization expects this latest book to end in the State of Georgia, at least, most of the attacks on Catholics on account of their allegiance to the Pope. “This booklet is the result of nearly four years’ work. It answers every question asked by non-Cath- olics in Georgia concerning the Holy Father and is written for non-Catholic consumption. The catechet ical form has been chosen advisedly and every line of the book gone over by careful editors and able theo logians. “We are printing the contents of this book to show our Catholic laymen what great work can be done through co-operation, for the propagation and glory of the Church.” And from far away Frisco comes the following in the columns of The Leader: “This booklet answers 55 questions about the Pope in plain and simple language. It is not likely that the percentage of that irritating form of ignorance known as bigotry is greater in Georgia than in Cali fornia, but it is much more active. It i3 refreshing to see that the Catholic laymen are alive to their duty in this matter. Their service to the Church in such enterprises is twice blessed. It blesseth them that give and them that take. Indeed, in our opinion, the reflex action of pamphlets of this kind on Catholics is much more important than the direct influence on non-Catholics. The Catholic Laymen’s Association has distributed 50,000 copies throughout Georgia. We should like to see some agency distribute 500,000 copies throughout California.” From Fr. Mitchell, V.G. Savannah, Ga.—1 wish to congratulate you on the quality of the contents as well as the general make-up *of The Bulletin. I confess to being just a little sur prised that you have succeeded so well in this matter at the very beginning. The general appearance of the publication is first-class, while the articles the first three numbers have contained will compare favorably with any Catholic paper or magazine. I will be very glad to receive any of the pamphlets you may see fit to send for general distribution among our people. The latest one on the subject, “Catholics and the Pope,” is very good and thorough. I am sure it will do much good. Atlanta, Ga.—Have read with pleasure ‘‘Catholics and the Pope.” Please mail me pamphlet on mar riage. Hope you will do good among we Baptists. Macon, Ga.—Your letter of August 3d received; also the pamphlet, ‘‘Catholics and the Pope,” for which I thank you. 1 have read the pamphlet carefully and found it most instructive, and at the same time giving a complete answer to the questions proposed. I would like to see this little pamphlet in the hands of every fair-minded man and woman in Georgia be cause I feel certain after reading this book they would be fair and just to the Church and the Pope. V/aycross, Ga.—Many thanks for copy of your pamphlet, ‘‘Catholics and the Pope.” I have read it through and found it very interesting, and very in structive, for it explains so clearly who the Pope is and his authority. Columbus, Ga.—Yours of August 2d, together with the pamphlet, “Catholics and the Pope,” received, and I wish to congratulate and commend you upon this great piece of literature, which I think should satisfy the most rabid 'bigot who may be fortunate enough to get a copy. Would to God they could see it in the true light that it is given, for it is the truth, pure and simple. Columbus, Ga.—I am just in receipt of your letter of August 2d, and also your pamphlet, ‘‘Catholics and the Pope,” and I find this very interesting, and indeed well gotten up. You should be congratulated on taking this in hand in such a Splendid manner. Atlanta, Ga.—Replying to your other letter of Au gust 2d, in which you were good enough to send me a new pamphlet, ‘‘Qatholics and the Pope.” This seems to be a splendid addition to the Lay men’s literature. As far as I can make out there is no criticism that will apply to it. It is nicely written, and it seems to answer all the questions fully. I look for the book to be of great value to the Association. Augusta, Ga.—Your note, also pamphlet received. I looked over pamphlet and find it O. K., one of the best, I believe, you have ever gotten out; instructive and to the point, useful, not only for the enlighten ment of Protestants, but a means of vital importance to Catholics as well. God will certainly bless you and this work. Allow me to congratulate you on this wonderfully intelligent and comprehensive work. Augusta, Ga.—I received your pamphlet, ‘‘Cath olics and the Pope,” and read it in one stretch with ttie keenest interest. It is gotten up just as ably as its predecessors, and I compliment you for the ap positeness and clearness of the answers you give. It cannot fail to enlighten any non-Catholic of good will. Savannah, Ga.—I wish to thank you kindly for your excellent pamphlet, ‘‘Catholics and the Pope.” I think it is very well written and instructive, even for our own Catholic people. Atlanta, Ga.—Gentalmen I AM REturning Your Pamphlet And Will Thank You To not Bother your Selves To Send Any Mower To My Address As I Am A Strong Thomas. E. Watson. Sup porter. Atlanta, Ga.—In the future kindly discontinue sending your filthy propaganda to this residence. I trust that I am not so foolish as to be easily influenced by your artful prevarications. Save your literature for those who are deceived by such falsity. The Gainesville Notes in the Atlanta Journal of April 2d, contained the following: ‘‘The Roman Church has purchased a lot on East Spring Street and will shortly erect a house of worship. Gaines ville is served from Athens by Father Clark.” At the state convention of the Knights Thomas F. Walsh, Jr., of Savannah, was re-elected state dep uty. Mr. Walsh is former president of the Laymen’s Association and has been connected with the publicity committee since its appointment.