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The Catholic times. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1951-current, 1954-10-15

year we promise to avoid movies
that are dangerous to my NOR
al life" If movie appears 10
be dangerous to our personal
moral life we sin by going to
see 1t, not so much because it
is on the list but because we
must avoid all occasions of sin.
We do not exactly pledge to
obey the list, but we do also
pledge to do all in our power to
oppose immoral movies and the
Legion of Decency list is inn
portant for that purpose. Grant.
ing that the Catholic critics who
make up the list are not infall-
ibie there can be little effective
opposition to indecent or other
wise immoral movies unless we
agree to some such national list
ing A person may judge that he
may see!- advice in confession
(beforehand) if he wishes. A Ca
tholic who constantly attends
movies which flagrantly violate
the Christian moral code can
scarcely avoid sin even il he
think ne suffers no moral harm
himself. He is likely to give
scandal and he is certainly en-
couraging production of such
films.
Q. Wig do Church historians
make so much of St. Peter hdU-
ing been IN Rome? Does any
thing IN particular depend upon
that fact?
A. Accumulated evidence
leaves no reasonable doubt that
st. Peter was in Rome and es-
tablished his episcopal See there.
Until recent years this fact was
denied by many who held that
the Church of Rome was inde-
pendent of st. Peter, the Vicar
of Christ and so the present
Bishop of Rome, or Pope was not
true successor of st. Peter.
While ST. Peter did not have to
establish himself as Bishop of
Rome, and in fact was first es-
tablished as Bishop of Antioch,
it is important to prove that the
Pope is his successor. Very early
records prove that the Bishop of
Rome exercised supreme author
ity in the Church, exercising the
office bestowed upon st. Peter
by Christ, and proof of st. Pet.
er's residence and official posi-
ton in Rome establishes this
authority as coming from Christ
through st. Peter, the first
Bishop of Rome. The word
Pope" was not used exclusively
for the Vicar of Christ until the
eleventh century, but records
from the first and second CEN
tury show the bishops of Rome
as successors to st. Peter.
Q. Who is the patron saint of
loriterS? of doctors? lawyers?
A. st. Francis de Sales was
named patron to writer's by Pope
Plus XI in 1923. st. Cosmas is
the patron of doctors. His feast
is September 27. st. Ives is the
patron of lawyers. His feast is
May 10Th. st. Luke is also men,
toned as a patron o. doctors as
is st. Pantaleon July 27th).
Send questions to Father Ed
ward F. Healey, Inquiry Corner,
The Catholic Times, Box 636, Co
lumhus Q6) Ohio.
The Catholic times. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1951-current, 1954-10-15
Inquiry Corner
Father He0iey-

O. Is it better to abstain from
meat or to let ii 90 TO waste?
What if you haze ordered meat
or haze 1t at home and 10 will
10dste if you do not eat it then?
A. The law of abstinence is
not a "merep Church law, to be
dismissed upon any occasion. 1t
flows from our need for pen
ance and our duty of obedience
to the Church which prescribes
certain penances for the good
Of our soul. The abstinence law
is a grave one and II is a mortal
sin to violate it deliberately.
There are exceptions to the law
(e.g. seriously sick people) and
excuses leg. a working man who
has a lunch with meat and no
opportunity to get any other
adequate lunch). Inconvenience
or even the wasting of food
would not ordinarily provide an
excuse. Catholics expect to do
penance and the value of a lit
tie food-as though we are al
ways that conscientious about
wasting things!-cannot be COM
pared to the value of penance.
On Friday too there is the spe-
cial reason in that we commem-
crate the death of Christ. In
particular cases the pastor may
dispense a family or an indiyid-
ual. In practical doubt Catholics
should ask their confessor's adj
vice.
@. What should one do If he
feels he needs the help of a
pSychiatrist?
A. Under ideal circumstances
there would be no more need
to hesitate about the choice of
psychiatrist than there is about
choice of physicians dealing with
physical ailments, Some psychiat-
rists, however, are scepticaI
about Christian Faith and Nor
ais, and give advice which con-
flicts with the laws of God and
the Church. For this reason it
would be wise, if a person feels
that he - or someone in his
care - needs a psychiatrist, for
him to consult his pastor or the
priest in confession. If he cannot
refer you to a particular psychi-
artist he could help you in the
situation, perhaps by recon-
mending an MD. who in turn
could refer him to psychiatrist.
O. Mag a Catholic be best man
at a Protestant toedding? If not,
lchy not?
A. No. Marriage of baptized peo-
pie is Sacrament. A Catholic
may not take acllVe part IN any
religious service other than his
own, whether Sunday services or
sacraments. Passive participation
lie. mere attendanee) at such
marriage is permitted for a pro-
portionate reason (e.g. of rel
atives, neighborS) We believe
that he Apostles and their sue
cessors in the Catholic Church
have authority to teach and to
administer the Sacraments. AS
Catholics we cannot appear to
recognize the administration of
the SacramentS by others.
Q. Is it a SIN to see moUie
that is classified as Objectionable
IN part?
A. The Legion of Decency list
is a guide. In our pledge each
The Catholic times. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1951-current, 1954-10-15

know with certain knowledge that We have at our
disposal all the resources necessary to guarantee
the safety and happiness of the home port A
good Confession will repair the damage OF any
wreck the clouds of encouragement and despair
disappear in the sunshine of Christ's words: Take
COURAGE son, thy sins are forgiven thee"
The Catholic times. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1951-current, 1954-10-15

law can be ex-
pected to say
that it favors
the rich at the
expense of the
poor more
$ p elf ically,
that it fayors
the we'll to :
do investor at
ne expense OF
/ h e average
worker. t h e
administration,
on the other
The Catholic times. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1951-current, 1954-10-15

every + u r o.
pean country
they continue
vi & ORC Il $ ly
[ heir ca m
paigns behind
the new So
Wet peace in.
itiative.
Since the OBJ.
ctives of
t h a [ "initia
tive" are di-
The Catholic times. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1951-current, 1954-10-15

The London agreement, which
may permit West Germany par
TALLY 10 help defend Europe, has
not daunted the Communists. In
The Catholic times. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1951-current, 1954-10-15

We are going to hear a lot
about taxes between now and
the November elections. Critics
of the Administrators new tax
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
Holiday Lighting Contest Set For Palmer Area

Homemakers in Palmer area better start checking their file cases and scrap books for ideas and suggestions for lighting and decorations for the Christmas season, for there will be cash awards given to the winners of a Christmas lighting contest to be staged this winter by the Palmer Garden Club.
 Mrs. Mildred Melby was nam ed chairman of the clubs con- test and will make an announce ment of rules and regulations within a short time. Entry in the contest will be done by registra- ton to facilitate judging. There will be no charge made for enter ing the contest, and all homemak- CTS are urged to participate in the program.
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
ELKS PARADE BEGINS AT l:30 PM.

Among highlights of the Terri torial Elks Association convention plans will be the huge parade planned for Saturday afternoon at 1:30 pm.
 There will be several floats in the parade, entered by area or oanizations, along with the Pal
 CT School Band; Sisley's kitchen band, and others. Floats will be entered by the Palmer Kiwanis, M.V.F.C.A. Creamery, Teen-age Rour dup club; Beta Sigma Phi, Arctic Trails Riding club, City of Palmer fire department, and Pal mer Moose lodge Entries from various Elks lodges are also ex- pected.
 Marching will be representa- tives from the Territory's l2 Elk lodges; color guards from the American Legion post, members of Boy Scout Troop 654 and vari- ous other groups. The parade promises to be one of the most interesting ever put on in Pal Continued on Page 10)
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
FOUR-DAY ELkS' CONVENTION OPENS HERE
Sportsmen to Sponsor
 Firearms Safety Course

All Juniors" in the Matan- uska Valley, from age 10 to 100, who are interested in learning about guns and am- munition and their care are invited to attend the Junior Instruction class being sponsor ed by the Matanuska Valley Sportsmen on Saturday even- ing, November 6 at ' pm.
 The meeting will be held in the clubs rifle range, located in the basement of the Coop Rec building and is open to the public. Ed Bellringer is chair man of the project and will in- Struct in all phases of the safe use of firearms. The course is being offered to assist parents in teaching the youngsters how to handle guns in the proper method. All adults who are in- terested in learning the safety factors are also welcome to attend.
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
Detention Home in
 Valley is Proposed At Chamber Meeting

Al Hagen spoke to Chamber members on the possibility of the valley becoming the site of ju- venile home. He pointed out that at the present time there is con- siderable amount of work being done by organizations and that eventually there will be a deten- ton home somewhere in the terri tory. He proposed that the Cham Der take immediate steps to ac- quire approximately 20 acres of land to be offered as a site, and begin a campaign to get legisla- tive support to the project. Presi- dent Richard Jones announced the proposal would be brought up at the Chambers next executive meeting and recommendations wdl be presented at the Novem- Der r meeting.
 M. D. Snodgrass suggested that the Vocational Agriculture Col lege project should be continued by the Chamber before another is started. MT. Hagen pointed out that although the college project is laudible, it generates too much conflict between cities. He said he. felt a detention home project would receive more support from the political factors. r.
 Richard Jones, presidential # Matanuska Valley Chambc- { Commerce, was named delegate to the All Alaska Chamber of Commerce convention to ber held in Anchorage on November t 12, and 13. Alternates named were Jim Hurley, Al Hagen, and E-t' ' AIears. Various resolutions tq, : offered by the local Chamber were discussed
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
eloro's Variety Pions Move To New Site Next Week

Work on many new counters that will be needed to display a greatly increased line of varieties is going on now in the new loca- ton of Clara's Variety in the Ha- gen building. Over half a carload of new merchandise was received this week and will be unpacked and displayed for the grand open ing, tentatively set for Monday, November 15.
 A removal sale will be in pro- gress at the old location in the Shamrock building from Monday through Thursday of next week. On Friday the store will be clos ed and not re-opened again until located in their new quarters.
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
COMPLAINT FILED ,AlNST CITY

Il complaint was filed in U. s. District Court in Anchorage on November 3, naming Steve Ward of p mer, plaintiff, vs City of Pal. z, defendant
 T'2e complaint states in part f Beginning in July, 1854 and e. .lnuing since that time and to the time of filing this complaint the defendant has been construct ing building within it's corporate limits without any lawful author ity; defendants actions are ultra wires; it's actions constitute an un- lawful expenditure of public funds and an unlawful commit ment to expend public funds in direct violation of the statutes of the Territory of Alaska and the ordinances of the City of Pal mer. Said construction has re- suited, and will continue to result, in the creation of a greater in- debtednessl or liability for the year 1854 than the current rev enue of the defendant for that year"
 The plaintiff asked that the City of Palmer be restrained and enjoined from continuing the de- scribed constructions; and it be restrained and enjoined from pay ing further sums on account of the construction already complet- ed.
 Tn support of motion for tenn porary restraining order and or preliminary injunction the plain tiff states that since June P, 1854 the City of Palmer has been mourning extensive costs i'll con- nection with the construction of fire hall and other matters with out compliance with City Ordin- ances as set out. On October 12, 1854, the following payments, among others, were authorized for materials purchased by the City without bids: to Steel Fabri- cators, Inc, S3,229.97; to Ketchi- kan Spruce Mills, S1,909.34; to Armco Dranage, S2,215.50 and others
 At noon today the complaint had not yet been served on the city.
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04

Charitable, benevolent and edu- cational activities of the Benevo- lent and Protective Order of Elks are administered through the Elks National Foundation. Con- tributions from individual mem bers and lodges are encouraged through their slogan, Though you can't give million, you can be one of a million to give".
 At the present time the foun- dation is working on huge ven ture in the field of humanitarian service to bring hope and oppor- tunity to thousands of children handicapped by cerebral palsy. During the 1853 convention held in Fairbanks, members of the AL aska Territorial Elks association pledged itself to raise from ESQ., 900 to S100,00O, to aid in the cere- bral palsy program.
 Their program includes the erection of a modest building to be used as a center for the some 200 afflicted Alaska children. The center will be operated in con- junction with the Alaska Crippled Childrens Association, or as sep crate unit.
 Other activities of the national foundation include student awards, in which special scholar
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
City of Palmer Still Without Mayor

Listed under old business on the agenda of the November 2 city council meeting was "Elec- ton of Mayor" For the third time, in as many weeks, the controver- sial subject was brought up when Councilman Al V. Hagen nomin- ated Palmer businessman to fill the unexpired mayors term. With no further nominations offered, Acting Mayor Mears instructed the city clerk to take the roll call vote.
 Councilmen Al " Hagen, Rob- ert Peterson and Al J. DeJulio voted yes, in favor of the nom- inee. Mrs. Mears abstained from voting, as did Councilwoman Lu- cille Mick. Councilman William Zahradnicek stated mo vote", following which the acting mayor declared the motion had failed. Councilman Hagen objected to her decision, stating that according to Roberts Rules of Order, abstained votes were counted as affirmative votes and that therefore the vote did carry.
 In the absence of Roberts rule book for reference, the chair ruled the nomination fail ed, following which Councilman Hagen made a motion to appeal the decision of the chair. Council man Peterson offered second to the motion and a roll call vote was taken with Councilmen Pet
 (Continued on page 10)
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
ENGINEER TO BEGIN WORK ON NEW
 TELEPHONE SYSTEM

The Matanuska Telephone As sociation announced this week that it has received approval from the Rural Electrification Ad- Ininistration of it's consulting en- gineer. MTA's attorney, John Shaw, stated that REA has ap~ proved the Alaska Engineering Associates, an Anchorage firm, to provide the necessary engineer ing services. The firm will i'm mediateIy begin it's commercial survey study.
 Joseph w. Bauler, engineer as- sociated with the Anchorage firm, $ currently working on a pro- lect for the city of Seward. Prior 10 his work in Alaska, Bauler was with the Rural Identification Ad- n;nistration in Washington. DC.
 The local Extension Service is offering their assistance in get ting the program under way by excepting applications for MTA membership, and the sale of equity stock in the association.
 Officials of the telephone asso- ciation urge all prospective tele- phone subscribers to contact them 70 ensure design of an adequate telephone system. This means that all persons who want tele- phone service In the Palmer, Wasilla, Eagle River, Chugiak, Jonesville and adjacent areas should apply at once for tele- phone service-in person, or by written application. Those who nave already purchased their equity stock need not re-apply. Officials pointed out the impor- -ance of learning the total num- Der of subscribers there will be n the combined areas. Unless those who plan to subscribe to the new dial system indicate their plans it will not be possible for the engineers to design an ade- quate system.
 Voters of the City of Palmer, on October ), approved the sale of the city y-oWned telephone sys- tenn and the granting of a fran chise to the Matanuska Telephone Association.
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
I2 TERRITORIAL LODGES CONVERGE FOR 4-DAY AFFAIR

Reservations for the seventh annual Territorial Elks conven- ton were still coming today, with approximately 500 Elks and their ladies expected to be in the val ley during the three-day conven- tion.
 The convention was officially opened at 9:30 this morning with John H. Reed, exalted ruler of Palmer B. P. o. Elks lodge No. 1842. giving the opening remarks, followed by the introduction of Associate Vice President, Orval A. Thurman who will preside in the absence of Z. H. Tessendorf, association president who was un- able to attend because of illness.
 The opening prayer and bene- diction were offered by Rev. Wes- ley Lancaster of the Church of God. William T. Zahradnicek, member of the Palmer city coun- cil, made an address of welcome to the many delegates, followed bE a response from MT. Thurman.
 The audience participated in the pledge of allegiance to the flag, which was led by M. E. Monagle, and the singing of Am erica.
 The first business session was open this morning at l0:00 am. This is to be but one of the may sessions planned throughout the convention.
 While the Elks are busy with sessions, the women will be royalty entertained throughout their visit. Each morning there will be con- ducted tours around the valley and afternoon entertainment has been planned for each day at the 49 Club where Alaska's Favorite Game will be the favor it's past-time, and a skit show on Friday.
 Cocktail hours are on the pro- gram, along with dinners and dancing for early and late even
 Continued on page 10)
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
kiwanians Hear Talk On Fire Hall and Dept.

Guest speaker at the November Palmer Kiwanis Club meeting was Joseph Gallant, city fire chief. who was invited to speak on the new fire hall and the city fire department.
 The history of the fire depart ment, started several years ago, by Al Hagen, Robert Peterson, Hank Liebing, Ray Lancaster and other valley men, was given, up to the present construction of the first permanent fire hall in the city. Describing the building to members, the fire chief pointed out the important roll it will play in proper housing of trucks and working and training space for the men. He made an appeal to members to urge their employ ees to volunteer for fire fighting in the city's department. With this new building, properly train ed men and good equipment, I have been told by insurance men that the Fire Underwriters fire rating in the city will probably be lowered next year, he said.
 Business transacted at the meet ing included the decision of the organization to enter a float in the Elks parade this Saturday.
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION ACTIVE IN CHARITABLE DEEDS

ships are awarded to students ap- plying for Most Valuable Awards. Students of the country who are outstanding in scholarship at- tainment, character and citizen ship and extra curricular activ- ities are eligible to become a can- didate for the awards.
 Each state is eligible to receive one or more Elks Foundation scholarships. These scholarships, amounting to $500 each, are avail able for award to the students selected by the State Association for the purpose of enabling them to enter or continue their college courses.
 In Chicago there is an Elks National Memorial Building, or iginally erected by the Order and dedicated in July, 1926, as a memorial to Elks who served in World War I. In September, 1946, it was rededicated to include all those members of the Order who served in World War II. Every member of the Order contributed equally to the original cost of erection, furnishing, dedication and rededication of the Memorial building. It is claimed to be one of the finest memorial buildings, of that character, in the world.
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04

The automobile owned by Mrs Karla Duff, missing for over a week, was reported as recovered yesterday at Mile III. It is believ- ed that the vehicle was not dam aged, prior to its abandonment. Mrs. Duff was attending a meet ing at the time when it was stol- an
The frontiersman., 1954-11-04
City Council Proceedings

Rex Erhart, tax assessor, ap- peared before members of the city council during the Novem- Der 2 meeting and asked that part of the Swanson property assess mert be revised because much of the property appearing on the roll had been sold prior to the first of the year. The adjustment was authorized by members of the city council. The penalty is to be waived in this case, provid- ing full payment is paid by February 2.
 Correspondence read at the meeting included letter request ing a meeting with city officials in regard to the Department of Aviation's report on the Palmer Airort. The meeting was held on Tuesday afternoon and reported following the reading of the let ter. Herman Porter, director of aviation, who attended the meet ing, announced the aviation board members have reversed
 Continued on page 4)
Ottawa County news. (Port Clinton, Ohio) 1931-1956, 1954-10-08
SCOUT COURT
OF HONOR
| HELD AT PARK

Advancement in ranks and
merit badge presentations were
made during the Ottawa county
Boy Scout Court of Honor recently
at East Harbor state park.
John Votaw, member of Troop
314, Elmore Kiwanis, was present
ed bronze palm for his Eagle
Scout badge.
Charles Simon of Troop 366
Port Clinton knights of Columbus
advanced to Star Scout rank.
Gaining Second Class rank were
Daniel Cutcher, William Spring
John Patterson, William Page. Kit
Cooley, Edward Carnicom, Donald
Ardbaugh, and William Fulton
Troop $50, Port Clinton Methodist
church; John Carpenter, DaviC
Simon and Richard Snyder, Troor
366.
Advancing to First Class rank
were Jerome Oleksa and Gene
Salisbury, Troop 314; Philip Belt;
and Eugene Goetz, Troop $50.
Gaining merit badges were Bill
! Hesselbart, Gary Anderson, Davi(
Haar, Gene Salisbury, John Votaw
Dick Dolph, Troop 3l4; Davit
Perry Troop 333, Lutheran church
Rocky Ridge; Philip Beltz, PHILLIP
Campbell and Eugene Goetz, Trool
Ottawa County news. (Port Clinton, Ohio) 1931-1956, 1954-10-08
PINKy ALLAN
TAKES FIRST
IN FLURRIES

"Bad News, skippered by Carl
ton "Pinky" Allan, took first place
in the Lightning classification at
the eighth annual Snow Flurries
which last week brought 49 boats
to the Port Clinton Yacht Club.
Bad weather Sunday, line
squall, a spell of hard rain, and
heavy winds. marked the closing
of the Flurries but Saturdays
weather was ideal.
Complete list of winners in the
four events were:
COMETS: first. Dick Faist; Sec
ond, o. E. M. Keller; third, Ed
Warner, all of Maumee River
Yacht Club.
THISTLES: first, R. L. Gibbs,
jolly Roger Sailing Club; second.
C. Tummonds, Cleveland Yacht
Club; third, w. Ortman, Sandusky
Sailing Club.
LIGHTNINGS: first, Carlton AL
Ian, Port Clinton Yacht Club; Sec
ond, Wes Weidrick: Crescent Sail
ing Club; third, Cal Yaudas, To-
ledo Yacht Club.
INTERLAKES: first, Paul Koch;
second, Ed Russell; third, John
Grant, all of Sandusky Sailing
Club.
First place winner in each class
retains the rotating trophy for a
year, with his name and boat in
scribed on the trophy. In addition.
all winners got special ash trays of
copper and baked enamel, with
the insignia of his winning boat
classification on it.
Howard 5. Fulton, Carlton
Schwan, and Ray B. Lambert were
co-chairmen for the Flurries. A
dance, fish fry, and other spe-
cial events made the weekend a
gala one at the Club.