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Published for the Georgia Federation of Junior Catholic Clubs The Federation News Motto “Better Catholics'’ ‘Better Georgians” AUGUSTA, GEORGIA, MARCH 26, 1938 “Federation News” Newest Addition to The Bulletin Georgia Federation of Jun ior Catholic Clubs to Pub lish Monthly Activities BY J. ALTON BAUMGARTNER President, Georgia Federation of Junior Catholic Clubs “Orchids to The Bulletin,” This may seem like a strange way to be gin an article, nevertheless it is true in every respect- The Bulletin has been a mainstay and outstanding fac tor in Catholicism throughout Geor gia and the Southeast, known for its great work in conjunction with the Catholic Laymen’s Association of Georgia. People in all sections of the country know that there are Catho lics in Georgia and what they are do ing. This can be attributed to The Bulletin. To this great man and out standing publication, high honors could never be bestowed too often. Again, The Bulletin has shown kindness and generosity. Through its efforts, we, the Georgia Federa tion of Junior Catholic Clubs, have secured a page in The Bulletin, to be titled Federation News- All news items and activities pertaining to the Federation will be found on this page. Through this medium, we will be able to impart information to the general public that Catholicism not only exists in Georgia but it is very much alive especially among the younger set. Possibly, your interest having been aroused, you wish to know more about our Federation. What is its origin and purpose? In order to ex plain more elucidly, it is necessary that we retrospect a few years. In the fall of 1933, in the city of Albany, Georgia, Father Brennan discussed with the members of his local club the possibility of some day organiz ing a Federation of Junior Catholic Clubs. He looked around in the dif ferent cities and discovered that practically all of the churches had a Junior Club. The membership is limited to boys and girls between the ages of sixteen and thirty. Functioning in their own locality, performing creditably, they lacked one important requisite—a united front. Distance prevented rapid com munications and exchange of ideas. How much more could be accom plished if all these clubs could be united under one banner! The idea of bringing these clubs together was put forth and at once work and ef fort began to obtain this aim. CATHEDRAL CLUB ANNUAL OPERETTA The annual Spring operetta given by the Savannah C.Y.P.A. is to be pre sented about two weeks after Easter. “The Red Mill” is the operetta to be given this Spring. Try-outs for the cast are now underway. The whole case is expected to be selected by March 14th at the latest. There is much competition -among the mem bers of the club who are all anxious to stand out. Many of the songs that are to be sung were written by that outstanding composer, Victor Herbert. Mr. Joseph A. Mendel is in charge of the acting, while Mr. Charles Donnel ly is taking over the singing. These are the same directors that we had last year, and the club enjoys work ing for them. The club expects to make this operetta an even bigger and better success than that of last year. —Margaret Cooper. Federation Sponsors Several Study Clubs For years the Catholic Church has been waging a bitter fight against Communism, Socialism and other false economic and social theories. That this fight has not made greater progress is due to the apathetic attitude of the average layman. Thousands of pam phlets, papers and study clubs are held to enlighten Catholics and to furnish them with reasons why these systems should be fought—yet many, too many of us are indifferent to their great purpose. We are apt to sit back smug ly and say, “Oh, that’s all right for people who have nothing else to do, but it’s too far-fetched for me.” Individual Club Activities Invitations were sent out by the Acquinas Club of Albany to the Shamrock Club of Macon and the Junior Catholic Club of Columbus to meet with them and discuss the or ganization of this Federation. This meeting was held in Albany, Febru ary, 1934, and the Georgia Federation of Juinor Catholic Clubs came into existence. The formalities necessary were taken care of. by-laws were drawn up and Miss Mary Mock was elected -the first president. To her fell the duties of guiding this new or ganization successfully and her ac complishments will always be re membered. The need and advantages of con ventions was discussed, and it was decided to hold a convention every three months in a different city, ro tating among those in the Federation- Columbus volunteered to hold the first in her fair city and on Sunday. May 20. 1934, a arge crowd assembled from the three charter member clubs to see the Federation off to grand start and to lend a helping hand that the organization would be a success. Never did they dream that it would blosom into a strong, successful body of six hundred. Yet, we have only to look in our Catholic papers and see what is hap pening in Spain and Germany, what has already happened in Russia and Mexico, to realize that it could all happen here. A recent survey of the N.C.C.W. showed that in the United States there are thousands of Com munistic organizations working day and night to undermine our democra cy. These organizations realize that the Catholic Church is THE enemy to overcome and against her especially they direct their most fierce attacks.- It is, therefore, our special duty as members of the Georgia Federation of Junior Catholic Clubs to awaken ourselves to the reality of these at tacks. We must prepare ourselves through our study clubs under the su pervision of our clergy, to not only defend our faith against the evils of these theories, but to "beat them at their own game”—by keeping the truth and beauty of our religion con stantly before the eyes of the people so that they may not be attracted by the gaudy, false offerings of Commu- i nism. We cannot afford to let the oppor tunity to create good-will and under standing that we have at this time pass without some action on our part. It is our duty as members of the Fed eration to lead the way for other young Catholics of Georgia.—Myrtle Sulli- Today, this same Federation is moving along hoping to attain new heights, boasting of a membership of nine clubs, namely: Acauinas Club of Albany; Shamrock Club of Ma con: Young People’s Catholic Club of the Immaculate Conception Church, Atlanta; Junior Catholic Club, Co lumbus; Blessed Chanel Club of the Sacred Heart Church, Atlanta; St. Anthony’s Club of St. _ Anthony Church. Atlanta: the Petrine Club of LaGrange; the Cathedral Young People's Association of Savannah; and the Sancta Maria Club of Rome The membership from these clubs is approximately six hundred members, with crowds of two hundred attend ing conventions and the Federation 5: still in its embryonic stages. We are only at the beginning and will not stop until all sections of the state are included in our membership. The aim and purpose of the Feder ation is two-fold: First, to help spread Catholicity throughout the state; Second, to bring the younger Catholic boys and girls together that they' may meet and know each other The conventions have been very beneficial in obtaining these objec tives. Here they do meet each other. They listen to outstanding Catholic lecturers, and review the work of each individual club. Here ideas are put forth for the advancement of all and we find all taking an active part. LaGRANGE: Petrine Club That the Lenten season is upon us is an undeniable fact. Therefore, the Petrine Club, as well as other clubs have ceased club socials until the Holy Season is over. However, a wiener roast was giv en as the last social before Lent. The affair was staged in conjunction with a skating party at Riverside. A large crowd attended and long will live m their memory the wonderful time had by all- ROME: Sancta Maria Club During the Lenten season, the Sancta Maria Club has discontinued all club activities. We have Lenten services three times a week, and at tending these services we feel it would be impossible to have our re gular meetings, until after Easter. We are very proud to have two Sisters come to Rome on Fridays and Saturdays to instruct the children of the parish. These sisters are the Gray Nuns of the Sacred Heart from the parish of Christ The King, At lanta, and they are doing splendid work. On St. Patrick’s day, the ladies of the Altar Society sponsored a parish social. A large crowd turned out for this affair and everyone had a very delightful evening. ATLANTA: Young People’s Club Sunny, spring weather has tuned up the softball team of the Young People’s Catholic Club of the Im maculate Conception Church, and ac cording to the scouts attending re cent tryouts and practices at the Marist Field, the 1938 league should prove equally as successful as that of last year. This Catholic league was formed last summer and received State-wide recognition and praise. The schedule for the coming season will be announced soon and games will be played on Sunday afternoons during the forthcoming months. An interesting event of the pre- lenten season was the Sleuth Hunt given by the club. Upon their arri val, guests were given a list of ques tions to answer, such as: “What is the inscription on the Henry Grady Monument?” “How many steps are there to the entrances of the State Capitol?” “How many suits-of clothes are there in the windows of the men’s shop at 73 Peachtree Street?” Ihis proved to be quite a novel and enjoyable affair and the prize for an swering the questions first was awarded to Alton Baumgartner and those accompanying him in his auto mobile on the hunt. The guests then assembled at the home of Marie and Jeanette Bart for a buffet supper and entertainment. Leona Van Mansfeld, entertainment chairman, planned this party and she was assisted by the Misses Bart. Under the guidance of our pastor, the Rev. Joseph R. Smith, the Study Club has ben making rapid progress Using as a basis of information, the “Quadragesimo Anno” by our pre sent Holy Father, Pope Pius XI, many enlightening and interesting discussions have taken place. Being familiar with the Catholic point of view, they are enabled to form cor rect views of the many theories of economic principles prevalent at the present time. Fortified with some knowledge of the truth and filled with the desire to execute the wishes of the Church, (by incorporating in to their individual daily lives the principles of sane Christian inter course) they are thereby fulfilling the desires of the hierarchy for serious and concentrated Catholic Action. SAVANNAH: Cathedral Young People’s Glub The recent play, “Nothing But the Truth”, presented by the Savannah C.Y.P. was a success. It was every one’s opinion that every character was amiably selected and they felt that the parts were taken off as grand as could be. The club owes its thanks to Mr. Joseph A. Mendel who so generously gave up his time to drill and drill these members of the club in the art of acting and who so wonderfully made this play a success. The club takes this time to also express its thanks to those who were in the play. The C.Y.P.A. basketball team for the boys, better known as the "Sham- rockscame out at the top of the list in the city league. The "Shamrocks” really have a grand team. It is spon sored by the joint societies of the Holy Name and the C.Y.P.A., this being i first year to play under the sponsor ship of the two societies. A barbecue nicnic v/as held on Sun day, March 13, by the C.Y.P.A. Camp Villa Maria. A large crowd at tended and everyone enjoyed himself and had a grand time. The members of the club all go for these picnics in a big way, but they go for the many other things that the club undertakes in the same spirit.- The C.Y.P.A. boxing team which so far is undefeated, is striving to keep this record clear and not to smear it. There are to be about three or four more meets withoutside teams before the end of the season, and they are very anxious to win all of them. This boxing team as is the basketball team, is under the joint sponsorship of the Holy Name Society and the C.Y.P.A. COLUMBUS: Junior Catholic Club The Junior Catholic Club’s pre- lenten Mardi Gras Ball was attend ed by many of Columbus’ younger dancing set at the Club’s residence on Broadway, Friday night, Febru ary 25. Officers of the Club are: Miss Vince Spano, President; Miss Genevieve Bruni, Secretary; Miss Alexandra Perroux, Treasurer. The chairman of the committees for the dance appointed by Miss Vince Spano, who was general chair man, were: Miss Beulah Gamble, tickets; Miss Lucy Wingate, invita tions; Salvador Spano, orchestra; Miss Merle Kennon, Miss Margorie Zett- ler and Joseph McDermott, decora tions; Miss Elizabeth McCafferty, publicity. Chaperones- were Mr. and Mrs. John T. Allen, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Suelzer, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Per roux and Mrs. Lucille Kennon. Preceding their annual Mardi Gras dance, members of the Junior Catho lic Club were hosts at a bingo party. This affair was enjoyed by a large number of participants, and many beautiful prizes were awarded. The committees responsible for the success of the party were: Miss Vince Spano and Miss Marjorie Zettler, prizes; Miss Beulah Gamble, tickets; Miss Merle Kennon, Miss Marjorie Zettler, and Joseph McDermott, de corations. The games were called by Salvador Spano, Bartow Spano and Louis Gig- lio. MACON: Shamrock Club The Shamrock Club of Macon seems to be getting places these days. If we met a member of one of the other clubs of the Federation, the first thing he or she would probably say is: “What is the Shamrock Club doing for excitement?” The writer will endeavor to give you a brief out line of what is really happening. The Shamrocks recently went skat ing in Tatnall Square Park, after which they were invited to the home of Janette and Nelle Huhn for “eats”. We always have a good time at the Huhns and let us not forget Mary Long’s “Coming Out Party”. We had gobs of fun—Mary is a real pal any way. Then there was Joy Smith’s “Get Together” with still more fun. Joy is one of the latest additions to the Shamrock Club as well as the Dra matic Club and played the lead in their last play. On almost every team that assisted in taking the Parish Census last week was one or more members of the Shamrock Club. When any Parish work is to be done the members of this club are always first to volun teer. Refreshments were served Fri day night to those assisting work. St. Anthony y s Club in Atlanta Parish The members of St. Anthony’s Club have been very enthusiastic over their many activities these past few weeks. Some time ago, we inaugurated the idea of sponsoring a Junior group composed of boys and girls between the ages of fourteen and sixteen who attend the public schools and who are thereby deprived of close contact with Catholic friends. On the afternoon of February 26th, this Junior group was entertained with a party at the West End Civic Club. The plan has worked very successfully and the group is being fostered with the idea of their becoming members of St. An thony’s Club as soon as their age per mits. in this Study Clubs have been orgenized at home to learn our fath more com pletely. Monthly papers are being published by a number of the clubs. Others have gone into amateur snorts under their club banners. Ail clubs have been leading good ex amples and spreading Catholicity. Now comes one of the most impor tant events of the Federation’s ca reer—our obtaining a page in our grand publication, The Bulletin. Through this factor we hope to let you, and you, and you know our ac tivities. The staff of this page will be com posed of a corespondent from each club in the Federation, along with Robert Johann and J. Alton Baum gartner. We will direct the affairs of the page and to that aim we dedi cate our efforts. Undoubtedly, mis takes will be made, but they will not be intentional. Please remember, we are only beginners and we ask your support. Above all, constructive criticism. It is our earnest desire and steadfast aim to serve this Federa tion to which we belong. We ask again and confidently expect your cooperation in this worthy under taking. The regular Communion day for the Club was observed on the first Sunday of March, and was followed by a breakfast in the club room. Due to the initiative of the Membership Committee, which is headed by Aid Garoni, there were about fifty mem bers present. Breakfast was prepared by Bob Hackman Jr.. David Eber- hardt, Howard Smith, Joe Carroll, Dr. Stephen Gernazian, and Mrs. Gershon Epler. and inspired a feel ing of warmth and good fellowship that added to the satisfaction of this assemblage. New members recently enrolled in the Club are: Joe Carroll. Mary Anne Fuller. Jaime Vendre'I Carlos Villaneuva and Margaret Maloof. The Membership Committee is launching a drive for new mem bers and it is hoped that through their efforts every eligible young man and woman will become enrolled in this club, organized especially for them. The 17th day of March marked the feast of our most beloved patron Saint Patrick and it was celebrat ed with fitting observance through out all Ireland as well as by all the Irish in this country. The gift of Faith which has been the kernel of Ireland’s life throughout history, and won the hearts of man and women of Gael, was brought to the Emerald Isle by St. Patrick in the year 432 A. D. On March 17. the spirit of St. Pat rick lived again in the hearts of the members of the Shamrock Club of Macon, when we celebrated that night with a dinner-dance. Father McNally, our Counselor, attended the dinner and added to the occasion. The Dramatic Club, composed large ly of members of the Shamrock Club, rendered a program befitting the oc casion. It was in the form of a skit, written by Joy Smith and directed by Bubber” Cassidy. The title of this skit was “Seeing Green” and includ ed many old Irish songs and dances. Each member of the Shamrock Club attending the dinner-dance was per mitted to bring a couple that they think would make good prospective members. The spirit of St. Patrick will live always in the hearts of the Irish and the Shamrock Club. Honoring Saint Patrick, a program was arranged for Sunday, March 13, by Fritz Baumgartner, Popular Irish ballads were sung by the members of the newly-formed Ava Maria Club with Jack Chess, Dot and Joe Maloof, rendering solo parts. Marie Maloof gave an appropriate recita tion. Sympathy is extended to Mrs. J. T. Caudle :n the loss of her father, Mr. Harry Badger, Sr, and to the family of Mrs. Frederica Gardner in her recent death. Both the Gardner and Badger families have been closely as Our study club, which is known as the Loyola-Chesterton Club, meets every Monday evening. While we do not follow entirely the outline given by the Federation, nevertheless, we feel that we are endeavoring to have Catholic books of philosophy, history, etc, as well as dictionaries and en cyclopedias placed in the public li brary. So far, we have been suc cessful in having a Catholic diction ary placed in the Uncle Remus branch of the library and several books on the Spanish situation have been placed in the main library. We have corrected several misstate ments in the secular press and have appointed committees to scan the newspapers and magazines for errors published regarding our faith. We are planning to unite forces with other organizations throughout the country in their drive for clean literature and we shall make every effort to wipe out obscene magazines and books from the newstands in Georgia. sociated with the Club for a number of years. The many friends of Mrs. John H. Denson will be glad to learn that she is recuperating after a serious illness. Many of the Club members assist ed Mr. Gershon Epler, chairman, in talcing the census of the Immaculate Conception parish. It was a genuine pleasure, to be of service and to help our Most Rev. Bishop in this task and it is hoped that the reports from the diocese will prove that Catholici ty in Georgia is making creditable progress. THE ANTONIAN PLAYERS, the dramatic society of the club, success fully presented “A Merry Death” to a capacity audience on March 1st. Thie was a fast-moving three-act comedy, full of trip-hammer dialogue which kept the audience laughing until the final drop of the curtain. A feature of the performance was the Gold Pin awards—three outstanding players chosen by the ballots of the audience. The awards went to Myrtle Sullivan, Raoul Patron and Virginia Brannon. Honorable mention was given to Ann Mallinson. Betty Ham and Joe Mal- linson. The cast was completed by Jean Todd, Joe Sullivan, Clara Mae Oberst, Julia Hammock, Robert Cline and Tom Elkins. The Antonian Play- s. under the direction of Father Quinlan, have successfully presented twelve performances during the past two years. The proceeds of this per formance were turned over to Father Conlin for the rectory debt fund. Our membership has been steadily increasing during the past year and we are endeavoring to set an example of true Catholic Action—by obtain ing a practical knowledge of our re ligion, in order that we may counter act any false reports regarding the Church, and by endeavoring to live up to the ideals of our faith in our every day lives. s> MARYKNOLL’S first martyr. Fa ther Gerard A. Donavan, is coming back to his native land for inter ment; the remains of the missionary, kidnapped and murdered by Chinese bandits, will arrive in San Francisco April 14.