The Dickinson press., 1906-09-01

ANo''' P'okS'1y SoAASN IIS NO1OSA VdA-
ley" of the Slope, most solemn festivals
were commemorated Sunday, Aug. 26,
on which occasion, amid the universal
rejoicings of the people, two new Cath
olic churches, one at Beach and the
other at Burkey, were dedicated to the
honor and service of God by Right Rev.
John Stanley, D. D., bishop Of Fargo
1t was universal feast for the people of
Beach and environs.
The bishop arrived on the North Coast
limited on the eve of the festivities. The
following morning he privately cele-
brated Holy Mass at the new St. Johns
church and thus inaugurated the feast of
the day.
After the services, the bishop, accom-
panied by the devoted and Jealous
worker, Rev. Father Dignam, pastor of
the new and enterprising Catholic mis-
sions, drove to Burkey and also there
dedicated the stately new church. Not
withstanding the early hour set aside for
the dedication, a large number of the
members OF the congregation had
already assembled and awaited the COM
ing of their bishop. This was his first
visit to that part of the country, and the
drive was very much enjoyed by him, as
ne delights in the progress of the state
of North Dakota: The party arrived at
the church and services commenced
about Q o'clock.
Holy Mass was celebrated by the
pastor, Rev. Father Dignam. Prior to
this the church had been dedicated, and
after the services number of parish
frmation.
The bishop addressed the great con
gregation and highly commended the
good work on their part. He also ex-
pressed his great satisfaction with the
people, who, after residing there but
few months, have made such telling
progress.
The church is an imposing building.
The GOLDEN Valley Land Co. has chiefly
donated and built it with their own
funds. After brief sojourn the bishop
returned to Beach.
called the 'pearl" of the Golden Valley.
In the very basin of the fertile lands,
and amid most prosperous community
of diligent farmers, it has made wonder
ful strides in progress. The citizens
alike profess that wide, open, sincere
and western spirit of brotherhood. Their
motto is, "One for all, and all for one"
1.-The true embodiment of these most
praiseworthy sentiments we readily be-
hold in the erection of the magnificent
structure Of the new St Johns Catholic
church. Indifferent to creeds and ma
tionalities, they have persevered in car
rying out their plans and the church is
truly an emblem of the generosity of the
good and noble hearted people of Beach.
Soon after the arrival of the clergy the
dedicatory services commenced. These
were most impressive, the full liturgy of
the church being carried out The
Right Rev. Bishop was assisted by Revs.
Rabsteinek and Dignam. A High Mass
was celebrated by Rev. Father Rabstei-
mex, and the singing of Browns Mass
was we'll rendered by the local choir.
The writer imagined himself somewhere
in large cathedral, where we'll organ
lied and prepared choir was singing the
praises of God. 1t was indeed praise
worthy and added greatly to the solem-
nifty of the occasion. Those who par
ticipated deserve special mention. Mrs.
Roy Near presided at the organ with an
unusual skill. Mrs. w. McKibbin is
we'll known for her beautiful voice, and
Messrs. Jos. Hackert, Roy Near and Miss
Mary Belke have shown the public the
excellent talent and ability of the people
of Beach. The solo, "Angels' Reply"
by Roy Near received the highest com
mendation and was listened to with great
devotion.
| Notwithstanding the fatigue OF the day,
and after bestowing the sacrament of
confirmation upon number of young
people, who were thereby especially
privileged of receiving this grace of God
in the newly organized Congregation,
Bishop Stanley addressed the large
number of faithful before him, and it
may truly be said that he has gained the
good will of the devout audience. His
eloquent address touched the generous
/ hearts OF the cosmopolitan people of
Beach. He highly commended their
nobility as faithful members of that
enterprising community.
That religion is dead and that the
spirit of religious discord is fomented in
this prosperous part of the state of North
Dakota is certainly. an empty phrase,
and the erection of the new Catholic
church is indeed an eloquent testimony
of the prevailing spirit of the people who
inhabit the region of the Golden Valley.
The Right Rev. Bishop paid special
tribute to the people of Beach, who, with
him, are justly proud in establishing a
most flourishing mission. He also ex-
horted his hearers never to cease in their
efforts of making the state of North
Dakota most prosperous and laudable
one, and expressed his desire of soon
having the opportunity of paying them
another visit. The pastor, Rev. John
Dignam, who has founded this mission,
was highly complimented.
The first trustees of the congregation
are Messrs. Henry Sonders and John
McNiece, who worked hand in hand
with their pastor.
| The ladies of the parish served an
elegant repast at the town hall, at which
the public participated in great numbers.
The proceeds were very satisfactory and
went toward the building fund.
This memorable day will certainly
long be remembered by the people of
the Golden Valley.
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