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FOURTEEN THE BULLETIN OF .THE CATHOLIC LAYMEN’S ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA SEPTEMBER 17, 1955. BOOK REVIEWS EDITED BY EILEEN HALL 3087 Old Jonesboro Road, Hapeville, Georgia Each issue of ihis Book Page is confided to the patronage of Mary, Mediatrix of All Graces, with the hope that every read er and every contributor may be specially favored by her and her Divine Son. I LIFT MY LAMP, Jesuits in America, edited by John P. Leary, S.J., (Newman), $4.75. (Reviewed by Elizabeth Walton) This story has wanted telling for a long time. It is about a company of brave men who came here four hundred years ago to challenge the wilderness of America. Before anyone had ever dreamt of Jamestown or Plymouth Rock, these men in black soutanes had pushed their way into Georgia. They had settled in Florida, had ventured into the Carolinas and had red dened the soil of Virginia with their blood. First they came to reclaim the savages, to teach them of God, give them the sac raments, offer the Mass. The Indians broke the hearts of the blackrobes. The tomahawk found its way into the heads of many a brave man who gladly that God’s kingdom might move that God’s kindsom might move forward. The Jesuits ' aimed to be before all else apostles. They wanted to be Christ walking through America at evening, of fering the Great Prayer at dawn each day for souls entrusted to their care. Here are sixteen brave Jesuits who plajmd an important role in the development of America. We find them later on, carrying Christ’s word to the poor, found ing schools and trekking the steaming jungles of the far Pa cific with our GIs in World War II. Many heroes described in this collection are already familiar— St. Isaac Jogues, Pere Marquet te, Peter DeSmet and many oth ers whose names should be known. Like St. Paul they tried to make themselves liked and esteemed by their fellowman. There was bigotry to be wrestled with. Some of their members were tarred and feathered; they were criticized and threatened. But they persevered as part of the national scene. Their contri- b u t i o n to the life blood of America is incalculable. The pages of this book furnish a wonderful and inspiring read ing adventure. We recommend it wholeheartedly. WAY TO HAPPINESS, by Ful ton J. Sheen, (Garden City), $2.00. (Reviewed by Mary Louise Park) Bishop Sheen gives clear and concise directions to the reader in his work “Way to Happiness.” In this book, the basic emotions, responsibilities and desires of man are broken down into sec tions. In each section, the vari ous characteristics or elements which make up these subjects or affect them for their better ment or degeneration are des cribed and discussed. For example, under happiness, the causes of unhappiness are outlined, and the fact is brought out that an unappreciative na ture can poison the greatest blessings. Conversely, it is ex plained that huimlity, detach ment from materialism and control of one’s ego result in true joy. Bishop Sheen shows how work, whether the simplest drudgery or the most technical science, can be ennobled by do ing it to the best of one’s abili ty, and sanctified by viewing it as a step to eternity. In the section dealing /with love, he discusses how it comes about, why marriages fail, and the difference between true love, when sex “acts as a link between the world of spirit and matter,’ ’and false love, when “sex is merely a means of self gratification.” Under the heading of children, the honor and responsibility of parenthood are elaborated, and a sympathetic and revealing pic ture of teen-agers is given. Departing from the more tang ible things, Bishop Sheen writes of the purpose of life and how inner peace can be destroyed or acquired. He stresses the need of charity for God and neighbor and a spirit of generosity in our .world today, before we can ob tain real peace. Finally, a study is made of modern man, h i s weaknesses, and how these weaknesses can be overcome. The book ends with the hope ful observation that man, realiz ing his dependence upon his Creator, is returning to Him, the only True Way to Happiness. GEORGIA STATE COUNCIL KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Very Rev. Daniel J. Bourke, Stale Chaplain, Albany, Ga. Henry C. Taylor,, Stale Deputy, Atlanta, Ga. Joseph F. Kunze, Past State Deputy, Colum'bus, Ga. George W. Hughey, State Secretary, Albany, Ga. William O'Dowd, State Treasurer, Augusta, Ga. R. H. Casson, State Advocate, Macon, Ga. V. J. Ryan, State Warden, Savannah, Ga. Ed. P. Dalv. District Deputy, First District James J. O'Shea, District Deputy, Second District Patrick R. Mulherin, District Deputy, Third District ATLANTA COUNCIL NO. 660 LOUIS C. BAUGNON Grand Knight HENRY C. TAYLOR Financial Secretary Council Meeting 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 8 P. M. at the Council House, 1200 Peachtree Street, N. E. Club House open every evening at the above address SAVANNAH COUNCIL NO. 631 JOHN M. KENNEY Grand .Knight Joseph m. McDonough Financial Secretary 3 Liberty Street West Savannah, Ga. PATRICK WALSH COUNCIL 677 FRANK C. HESLEN Grand Knight FRANK A. EGBERT Financial Secretary Meets 2nd and 4th Monday Visiting Brothers Welcome 2575 Henry St., Augusta, Ga. BISHOP GROSS COUNCIL NO. 1019 PHILIP J. BATASTINI Grand Knight JAMES J. O'SHEA Financial Secretary Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays 8 P. M., 802 Broadway K. C. Hall Columbus, Ga. MACON COUNCIL NO. 925 JOSEPH P. CASSIDY Grand Knight ROBERT J. HINSON Financial Secretary 2986 Houston Ave. Meets the First and Third Tuesdays at 8:15 P. M. 541 New Street, Macon, Ga. HENRY THOMAS ROSS COUNCIL NO. 1939 R. J. CLANCEY. Grand Knight JOHN H. STILES. Financial Secretary Meets Fourth Tuesday at Xavier Hall Brunswick, Ga. ALBANY COUNCIL NO. 3607 CLARENCE R. SHOEMAKER, Grand Knight C. H. BELL, Financial Secretary Council Meets Second and Fourth Monday at 8:30 P. M, 400 N. Jefferson Street I'LL DIE LAUGHING! by Jos eph T. McGloin, S. J., illustrated by Don Baumgart, (Bruce), $2.75. (Reviewed by Mary E. Hall) The second cartoon in this book shows a Jesuit coming out of an egg, and underneath it says, “Does a Jesuit hatch?” Father McGloin points out some of the strange conceptions that some people have of the Jesuits, such as their being diabolical, strict, “brains,” etc. In his book he proves that Jesuits are human and shows these false concep tions up as somewhat humorous. It takes 15 years for a man to become a Jesuit priest, the author tells us, and he relates some of his own experiences during his 15 years of training. From the title and the illustra tions on the book jacket, one might guess that the story con tains mostly humorous anec dotes, but this isn’t true. It does have humor, but that is not what makes the book so inter esting. The fact is that “I’ll Die Laughing!” tells seriously some of the things the Jesuit learns and where and how he learns them. It tells what kind of men enter the Jesuit Order and what makes them Jesuits. This book holds a surprise for everyone who thinks he knows all about Jesuits—or any other religious order. The reader fin ishes it with admiration for those who make the grade, and conviction that it takes a real man to become a Jesuit priest. GIFT FROM THE SEA, by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, (Pantheon), $2.75. (Reviewed by Virginia Mathews) This is a new type of book for Anne Morrow Lindbergh, whom we remember as the author of “North to the Orient” and other thrilling personal adventure sto ries. This is a book of reflections on the middle years of a wom an’s life. Its long stay at the top of the best-seller lists indicates its current popularity. A sea island is the setting of this book. Here, away from the pressures and responsibilities of teeming everyday life, the au thor takes stock of herself, her way of life and the life of all women in their mature years. She feels that, in order to give herself as she was meant to “in the eye of God,” she must first attain that inner harmony which will reflect itself in outer har mony. In her beachcombing, she discovers many beautiful shells throuwn up on the shore like gifts from the sea. Each shell becomes for her a symbol o,f her life and a reminder of the true values in life—patience, faith, openness, simplicity, solitude. This introspective book is a delicate blend of prose and po etry, exquisitely written. Al though intended primarily for women, the book has a universal appeal which should make it Worthwhile reading for both men and women, for young readers and older ones too. The semiannual. Christopher Award for literature of signi ficance was recently given to Mrs. Lindbergh for “Gift From the Sea.” GRAIL COLOR BOOKS SAINT MARIA GORETTI; SAINT DOMINIC SAVIO; KA- TERI OF THE MOHAWKS, text by Mary Fabyan Windeatt, illustrations by Gedge Harmon, 35c each — These three books have pictures to color on one side of the page and a story on the other side. The stories of Maria Goreti, Kateri and Domin ic Savio are written interesting ly and will make a child feel that he knows these saints per sonally. Saint Maria Goretti is written primarily for girls, while Saint Dominic Savio is primari ly for boys, but boys and girls alike will enjoy both books. LET'S PLAY WE GO TO NAZARETH, text by Sister Imelda, L. S. and Rev. Lodis J. Puhl, S.J., illustrations by Gedge Harmon, 35c—-This book tells the child about Our Lord’s life in Nazareth. The story is ac companied by illustrations that children delight in coloring. I SEE HIS BLOOD UPON THE ROSE, text by Joseph Plunkett, illustraitons by Gedge Harmon, 35c — These beautiful illustrations, each with a little verse beneath, are easy for chil dren to color and will keep them busy for a long time. However, be prepared to answer such questions as, “Is the rain really Jesus’ tears?” A DAY IN FAIRYLAND, text by Paula Haigh, illustrations by Gedge Harmon, 25c — The pic tures in this book show how fairies spend their day. Of course, these fairies know that they were,made by God and are to glorify Him and give Him thanks. The pictures are charm ing and easy to color. Any or all of these color books would be appropriate gifts for a child from 2 to 12. —Angela Reinman. P. J. O'CONNELL SERVICES HELD SAVANNAH, Ga. — Funeral services for Patrick J. O’Connell were held Sept. 1st at the Sacred Heart Church. Survivors are four sons, John D. O’Connell, Patrick J. O’Con nell, Jr., Dan M. O’Connell, all of Savannah; two daughters, Mrs. Mary F. Pettit- of Philadelphia, Penn., and Mrs. Ellen E. Smoot of Davin, and 17 grandchildren. Miss Neil Sheehan Dies At Augusta AUGUSTA, Ga.—Funeral serv ices for Miss Nell Dunn Sheehan were held Sept. 7th at the Sacred Heart Church, Rev. Peter F. O’Donnell, S. J., officiating. Survivors are five sisters, Mrs. John L. Armstrong, Mrs. W. A. Herman, Sr., Mrs. C. C. Kemp, Miss Jennie Sheehan and Mrs. C. V. Markwalter, and a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. W. J. Gray Funerai Services ATLANTA, Ga.—Funeral serv ices for Mrs. W. J. Gray were held August 25th at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Msgr. Joseph G. Cassidy officiating. Survivors are Mr. and Mrs. Bernard J. O’Donohoe, Mr. and Mrs. Cyril B. Egan, Mr. anl Mrs. Sylvester Manning, all of New York; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wood ward, Severna Park, Md. "EAT MORE FISH CAPSTOL ATLANTA, GA. Ember Days DRUG co. 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