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THE BULLETIN OF THE CATHOLIC LAYMEN’S ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA FEBRUARY 1, 1930 Supreme Treasurer Speaks in Savannah D. J. Callahan Addresses Council He Instituted Twenty-Eight Years Ago ( Special to Tlie Bulletn.) SAVANNAH, Ga.—D. J. Callahan, Washington, D. C. supreme treasurer of the Knights of Columbus who came to Savannah twenty-eight years- ago to institute Savannah Council, re turned January 22nd to be the prin cipal speaker at the memb—ship rally here in common with the other councils throughout the country, and four charter members of the council, John Powers, C. A. McCarthy, J. B. McLaughlin and W. B. Puder. who greeted him over a quarter of a cen tury ago wore on hand to greet him again. , , The rally was attended by 2o0. and Mr. Callahan opened his address with a tribute to the work of the .Knights of Columbus in Georgia and Savannah, referring especially to the efforts of Patrick H. Rice, of Au gusta, supreme director, Mr. Cal lahan reported that on December 20th there were over 620,000 members _ of the Knights of Columbus, 246,000 in surance and 374.000 associate mem bers. Last year the order has $277,- 522,489 worth of insurance in force, an increase of $5,000,000 over the previous year; the order is 130 per cent solvent, he said. Savannah Council, with -131 members, has forty per cent of them in the insurance class, he reported, which is far above the average. Mr. Callahan also referred to the other work of the order, including the war work. Judge John Rourke, Jr., speaking for the gathering, assured Mr. Cal lahan that the council would make strenuous efforts to increase its membership. James F. Glass, deputy grand knight, presided in the un avoidable absence of Grand Knight J. J. McManus. A turkey supper, prepared bl the lecturer, L. C. Mat thew’s, and the women of t he Cathe dral Sodality, Miss Virgie Schwartz, president, followed the meeting. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.—Supreme Treasurer D. J. Callahan of the i Knights of Columbus, addressed a j district meeting of Knights of Co- ; lumbus here January 24th at a meet- j ing sponsored by the First Florida > Council; members of the order from Jacksonville, South Jcksonvillc and other places were invited to come to St. Augustine to hear Mr. Callahan. FAKE OATH CIRCULATOR STARTS JAIL SENTENCE Mrs. Alumbaugh Surrenders When Courts Sustain Conviction (Special to The Bulletin) SAVANNAH, Ga. - Mrs. Ed C. Alambaugh. convicted January’ 19, 1929, of criminal libel following cir culation of the fake oath of the Knights of Columbus, and sentenced to pay a fine of $500 or serve six months in jail, surrendered to the sheriff of the City Court here on January 22 and started serving the sentence. The case was appealed to the Court of Appeals and to the Supreme Court, which sustained the ' conviction and sentence. The jury recommended her to the mercy of the court, but the defendant an nounced that she wished the court to disregard the recommendation. Charleston Assembly Obsemes Its Jubilee Banquet Marks Its Twenty- j Fifth An niversary (Special to The Bulletin) CHARLESTON. S. C. — P. N. Lynch Assembly. Knights of Colum bus, observed the silver jubilee of the organization of the local Fourth Degree Assembly with a banquet, at which addresses were made by Very Rev. James J. May, V. G., repre senting Bishop Walsh, Past State Deputy J. J. Brennan, Past State Deputy John I. Cosgrove and Rev. W. G. Mulvihill. John J. Furlong ' Was toastmaster. Dennis F. O’Brien, one of six charter members, and one of the two surviving, was a-guest of honor; Rev. Dennis P. Lanigan, the other surviving member, was unable to be present because of ill ness. The jubilee dinner was ar ranged by a committee headed by W. J. Leonard, faithful captain. T HE Knights of Columbus entered a new" field in 1916, when learning that our troops in Mexico lacked recreational and religious facilities, the Order set up ft series of buildings from the Gulf of Mexico to California. The buildings, sixteen in num ber, were furnished entirely from funds of the Order. It was this success in the new field that prompted the Order to offer its services to the Government when the United States entered the war in 1917. More than $43,000,000 was used by the Order in conducting this War Work and activities for ex- service men which continued for a period of more than ten years, in Canada nearly $1,300,000 was contributed by the people of the Domin ion so that work similar to that accomplished for the American forces might be carried on for the Canadian forces. Canadian Knights op erating under the name Catholic Army Huts achieved a splendid record for efficient service during the war and post-war period. When demobilization of the service men began, the Order opened employment bureaus in the large industrial centers of the country and was successful in finding jobs for thousands of former service men. In addition to the work conducted directly by the Order, con tributions were made to other organizations interested to the service and ex-service man. The Order contributed $50,01)0 to the American Legion to be used in extending'’relief to the ex-service men not otherwise protected and in January, 1925, approximately $40,000 of this fund remained on hand. To this $40,000, the Order added a do nation of $35,000, making a total of $75,000 available to the American Legion for its rehabilitation program. The Order also gave $0,000 to the Disabled American Veterans of the World War to enable that or ganization to maintain its offices in Washington and to pay the sal aries of executives there and in district offices throughout the United Slates. A substantial contribution also was made to the Veterans ot Foreign Wars to aid that organization in caring for ex-service men. In recognition of the Order's War Work, the Supreme Knight was given the Distinguished Service Medal" by the United States and the Legion qf Honor of France. General John J. Pershing, Commander of the American Expeditionary Forces, speaking of the World War Work of the Order, said: “Of all the organizations that took part in the winning of the war, with the exception of the military itself, there was none so efficient and ably administered as the Knights ot Columbus.” —Next Issue— * EDUCATIONAL WORK Why Catholic Men Should Be Knights of Columbus TAMPA COUNCIL PLANS COUNTRY CLUB DANCE (Special to The Bulletin) TAMPA, Fla.-—Tampa Council, of which Joseph A. Sweeney is grand knight, is arranging a social meeting for January 28, and on February 27 the Council will sponsor a dance at the Forest Hills Country Club, one of the social events of the season. Recent council events included a spa ghetti supper at the Social Center January 16. Augusta Has Annual K. C. Dinner-Dance Eighth Annual Event at Bon Air-Vanderbilt 1. Because: They will become affiliat ed with an organization which has done and continues to do ef fectual service in behalf of its members. 2. Because: The Order has always 10. beer among the first to render aid and assistance to the distressed, in times of disasters and calamities. 3. Secau-e: He will become a mem ber of an Order comprising more than 650,000 stalwart Catholic men. 1. Because: The Order is vigilant, watchful and awake in those mat- ’ ters which affect its members or their religion. * j if- 5: Because; It is a patriotic organ- ' ization, upholding Governmental | institutions, which incentive has i 12. been appreciated by 'people of ail j creeds and classes. ! 6. Because; It encourages its mem- I hers in their Holy Faith. ! 7. Because: Of its social educational, j 13. charitable, philanthropic and pa- ! triotic endeavors. ; 14. 8. Because: Of its public lectur e | courses in different sections of this j and other countries, against doc trines and propaganda tending to destroy or injure the well-being and happiness of our people. Because:. Of its battle against Socialism and Communism. Because: Of its interest in behalf of the youth of the country with its boyology work; its enviable war work; its 440 free scholarships in the leading universities and col leges; its monthly publication, “Columbia”; its correspondence courses for members and their families; its work in Rome in be half of its children, and many other commendable undertakings. Because; Of its excellent insur ance system, second to no other fraternal organization. Because It is a center of Cath olic thought and activity; ap pealing to the zeal, intelligence and wholesome pride of its mem bers. Because It encourages the Lay men’s Retreat Movement. Because: It is a Knightly Order, exemplifying in practice the spir itual concept of fraternity.—Mas sachusetts State Bulletin. AUGUSTA, Ga. — Patrick Walsh Council, Knights of Columbus, enter tained January 20. at the Bon Air- Vanderbilt with its annual dinner- dance, and this year's affair, the eighth of its kind, at least equaled its predecessors it its brilliant success. Dr. John E. Marriott, grand knight of Patrick Walsh Council, presided, and the speakers were State Deputy N. A. Stafford, and James Glass, former district deputy, both of Sa vannah and A. E. Martin, manager of the Bon Air-Vanderbilt and a mem-, her of Rutlapd, Vt., Council. Mr. Stafford spoke on Columbianism. and Mr. Glass closed his remarks with a tribute of Robert E. Lee, whose birth day it was. Mr. Martin, after congratulating the Knights of Columbus of Georgia and of Augusta on their work announced that he will give a prize of fifty dol lars to the Georgia Council making the best record in the collection of dues. The state officers will work out the details of the offer, at Mr. Martin’s request. Rev. Harold Barr. state chaplain and chaplain of Patrick Walsh Coun cil, asked the blessing, and Rev. T. A. Cronin, S. J., pastor of Sacred Heart Church, returned thanks. Entertainment numbers included Vocal solos by Miss Corinne Stone and Miss Erline Perkins. Rudolph’s Bon Air Orchestra furnished music during the dinner, and the Georgian Orchestra during the dance. Committeemen in charge of the planning and arrangement of the ban quet were. General committe, J. T. Buckley, chairman, committee on ar rangements, T. P. Danehey, chair man. E. J. Waterman, E. H. Kinch- !ey, J. F. Cooney; committee on in vitation, Dr. John E. Marriott, chair man, R. B. Arthur, W. H. Hayes; committee on reservations. J. J. Con- Ion, Jr., chairman, J. V. Murray, R. S. Hesltn, E. J. O'Connor; music committee, L. F. Csshin, chairman, F. A. Egbert. W. F. Conlon, D. J. O’Connor. F. Lyon Tobin; publicity, Richard Reid; entertainment commit tee. J. C. Demnsev. chairman, C. C. Chesser. J. J. McCarthy. Atlanta Auxiliary, K. of C. Entertains Mrs. C. L. McGowan to Con tinues as President (Special to rue Bulletin) ATLANTA, ' Ga. — The Ladi Auxiliary of the Atlanta Council of Knights of Columbus held then “Spend the Day Party” at the Club House on Peachtree Tuesday January 21. A most delicious luncheon was served at one o’clock. Rev. James T. Reilly, S. M., Chaplain of Atlanta Council, honored the occasion with his presence. At the concluol. of luncheon. Mrs. C. L. McGowan, pres ident of the auxiliary read the yearly report. All present expressed satis faction for the wonderful help the auxiliary had rendered during the past year and the fine balance in bank to start the year 1930. Each member promised Mrs. Mc Gowan who will serve as president for the coming year, their most loyal support. After disposing of all bus iness a game of bridge was enjoy ed. The prize for high score being awarded Mrs. A. J. McGowan. These delightful “Spend the Day Parties” are held each third Tuesday of the month. The ladies take this opportuni ty to extend a most cordial invita tion to all Catholic • Ladies of At lanta to join the Auxiliary. Among those present were Rev. James T. Reilly. S. M., Chaplain of Council, Judge Cnas. B. Cannon, re cording secretary; Mrs. C. L. McGow an, Mrs. P. A. Aicklen, Miss Sallie Gillen, Mrs. L. Locher, Mrs. Mary McGarry. Mrs. J. G. Englehart, Miss Agnes Thompson, Mrs. Frank Giles. Mrs. Chas. B. Cannon, Mrs. Mae McAlpin. Mrs. A. A. Baumstark. Mrs. L. W. Pierce, Mrs. Ben F. Taylor, Mrs. G. Fesin, Mrs. S. M. Johnson, Mrs. P. M. LaCron, Mrs. D. E. Moncrief, Mrs. E. O. Tallman. Mrs. M. J. Gernafiave, Mrs. J. C. Valle - buona, Mrs. H. Von Dratbe, Mrs. D. S. Harrington. Mrs. Lorenz Neuhoff. Mrs. Jas S. Cronin, Mrs. A. J. Mc Gowan, Mrs. Rose M. Wrigley. Mrs. J. D. Brady and Miss Stella McFad- den. (Special to The Bulletin.) ATLANTA, Ga.—Atlanta Council, Knights of Columbus, opened its so cial program for the year January 27th, with seven splendid numbers given bv thirty talented pupils of Sacred Heart School, directed by Rev. J. T. Reilly. S. M. Lecturer James A. Harvey and Grand Knight John J. Bradley extended a special invita tion not only to the members of the Knights of Columbus but to (he Ladies’ Auxiliary, the Fclicians, (he Catholic Club i- Business and Pro fessional Women, the Immaculate Conception Club, the Columbian Club, the Newman Club and ether organizations, and they responded in splendid fashion. Cant. Rice Speaks \ MIAMI COUNCIL HEARS i to Georgia Councils , WELL KNOWN REFEREE j (Special to The Bulletin.) Addresses Atlanta. Augusta, ; miami, Fla—Lou Magnolin, wide- __ . , ,, , i ly known in sports circles, and ref- Macon and Columbus , erce of many of the leading pugilis- K. of C. Meetings tie battles of the past several years addressed Miami Council January • 21st. He is past deputy grand knight ! of his council n New York, and ex- j AUGUSTA, Ga.—P. H. Rice, K. C. S. G„ supreme director of the i pressed himself as being deugntea „ . , ’ ,V, , , ,, , j with Miami, determined to make his Knights of Columbus, addressed op n j j l0me ti ierei an( j anxious to do what meetings of the Knights of Colum- ! ; ie can f or the advancement of the bus at Atlanta, Augusta, Macon and J council. Columbus recently. He spoke in At- j lanta January 13th., Augusta, Jan uary 23rd.. Macon. January 27th and Columbus the following day. These meetings were requested by State Deputy N. A, Stafford in co-opera- GEORGIA STATE COUNCIL KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS N. T. STAFFORD. Savannah, State Deputy. COLEMAN DEMPSEY. Augusta, Past State Deputy. W. A. SAUNDERS. Savannah, State Secretary. FRANK GILLESPIE, Atlanta. State Treasurer. AUGUSTIN DALEY, Macon, State Advocate. C. J. FECHTEL. Waycross. State Warden. REV. HAROLD BARR, Augusta, Chaplain. Knights in Ancient City Also Pioneers —— , The position that the St. Augus- tion with the national selective mem- tine Council of the Knights of Co- bershiD campaign of tne order, anti , in K. of C. circles SINGER IN CATHOLIC CHOIR FOR 79 YEARS' BY M. MASSIANA (Pars Correspondent, N. C. W. C. News Service) PARIS.—An inquiry directed by one of the Catholic journals has brought to light the unusual record of M. Francois Danguin, of Ternande, Diocese of Lyons, as choir-singer—79 years. M. Danguin. now in his 94th year, is still singing in the parish church. He was regularly installed as a mem ber of the choir at the age of fif teen. His 79 years of service does not Include the years prior to that When • he wore the red cassock of an altar bo7. bership campaign - Captain Rice was requested by the supreme officers to address the meet ings. Captain Rice recalled the work of the order and recounted its pres ent status. A number of applications wer rceived for membership in the order after each meeting. Cardinal Hayes Asks Prayers for Unity (By N. C. W. C. News Service) NEW YORK.—A “Church Unity Octave,” beginning January 18 and lasting until January 25, was request ed by Cardnial Hayes, who was on the high seas returning from Rome. The request affects 2,000,000 Catholics in the 444 churches of the Archdio- C6S€. Msgr. Thomas G. Carroll, chancellor of the Archdiocese, sent a letter and a copy of, a leaflet printed at the Mon astery of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, Peekskill, N. Y., explain ing the octave and detailing the spe cific things to be prayed for on each day. CHURCHES LEFT $5,00 (By N. C. W. C. News Service) RICHMOND, Ind.—A bequest of $5,000 to the Rt. Rev. Joseph Chart- raud, Bishop of Indianapolis, to be used for the benefit of St. Mary and St. Andrew churches here, was re vealed when the will of the late George W. Miller was probated re cently. + lumbus occupies in K. of C. circles in the South is indicated by its name, First Florida Council. It is one of the first councils qf the Southeast, and has long since ob served its silver jubilee. "Hie St. Augustine Council is flourishing and in addition to carrying on its own activities exemplifies its fraternal spirit by co-operating with other councils in this section in their en deavors. Columbus Society Entertains at Tea COLUMBUS, Ga. — Our Lady’s Aid Society of Holy Family Church entertained with a silver tea recent ly at the home of Mrs. H. C. Smith. Receiving with Mrs. Smith, secre tary and treasurer, were Mrs. John Baird, president; Miss Mabel Hutch ins, vice-president; Mrs. P. J. Mc- Sorley, Mrs. Richard Needham, Mrs. Marcus and Mrs. R. S. Grier. Mrsi Julian Jones received contributions. Mrs. J. E. O’Neill and Mrs. Henry Murphy poured tea, and Mrs. Ellen Clarke. Mrs. Clifford Smith, Jr., Mrs. John Willis and Mrs. John Lee assisted in the dining room. Mrs. Fred Woleben, Mrs. B. C. Bennett and Mrs. V. V. Morgan entertained with vocal solos, Miss Martha Moore and Mrs. Walton Owen with read ings, Miss Gladys Park with a piano solo, James Fuller with a violin solo and Michael Fox, Jr„ with a song, with uke accompaniment- ATLANTA COUNCIL J Patrick Walsh Council No. 660 No. 677 John J. Bradley. Grand Knighl DR. JOHN E. MARRIOTT 1144 Rosedale Drive, N. E, Grand Knight. J. 1. Olierst, Financial Secretary. 1431 Beecher Street, S. W. R. S. Heslin, Financial Secretary. New Club Home—Handball— Charles R. Cannon, Recorder 1200 Peachtree, N. E. Showers—Radio. Visiting Brothers Welcome. Meets Every Monday. 8 p. m„ at , 1200 Peachtree, N. E. 1012 Greene St. Augusta, Ga. SAVANNAH COUNOL Macon Council, No. 925 No. 631 Julius E. Loh, Grand Knight. J. J. McManus, Grand Knight. M. J. Carroll, Jr., Financial J. B. McDonald Secretary. Financial Secretary. Metis the First and A. R. Winkers, R. S. Third Tuesday, 8 p. m. Meets Second and Fourth at Knights of Columbus Wednesday, 8 P. M. 3 West Liberty Street Hall Savannah, Ga. Mulberry St., Macon, Ga. > .. Bishop Gross Council No. 1019 Henry Thomas Ross Council, No. 1939 JAMES M. JONES LOUIS C. KUNZE Grand Knight. Grand Knight. G. CECIL JONES JAS. J. SPANO - Financial Secretary. Financial Secretary. JOS. P. O’BRIEN, Jr. Meets First and Third Wednes day 8:00 P. M., Columbus Hall, 18 Twelfth Street Recording Secretary. Meets Second and Fourth Tuesdays at Knights of Columbus Hail. COLUMBUS, GA. BRUNSWICK, GA.