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PSF Francis J. Spellman
Subject File
Box 185
tele
you 3
ARCHBISHOP'S HOUSE
452 MADISON AVENUE
NEW YORK
may 27. 1939
Dear mr. President,
The letter which you so
graciously addressed to me on the occasion
of my installation touched me deeply. And
not only do I appreciate the letter itself;
I am still more graliful for its contents
and for the circumstance that it was written
in your own handwriting. needless to say
it is one of my most treasured possessions.
thank you very much for the
invitation to visit you. Islall of course
be honored and delighted to go to you
any time that you are free to receive me.
Hones
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ARCHBISHOP'S HOUSE
452 MADISON AVENUE
NEW YORK
Thope your health continues to be excellent
a its unewed expressions of esteem and
gratitude,
Ireman
Faithfully yours
Hon. Franklin H. Rossevelt
President of u United States.
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hlear mr. President RECEIVED
I am very grateful
to you for your kindness in
having me with you yesterday,
I did so enjoy the lunchem also,
And I feel that as an American
and as a Catholic I should that
you from my heart for what
you desire to do, which l
frimly believe will benefit humanity
our nation and every nation and
benefit religion also.
With affectionate gradeful
good urshes
I am
Herotedly
Hon Fanklin H. Roseralt
President the United States
PSF spellman
Letter from Berle-Dec 26, 1939
Enclosing last draft of the letter sent by President
"cosevelt to Pope Pius TIIon Dec 23rd. Glad the President
approves idea of sending aphotostat copy of the drafts
to Archbishop Spellman in N. F. In view of his great work
in the matter, Attached is copy of transmission letter
to Archbishop Spellman.
See: Italy folder-Drawer 1-1939
Oh 02 HOUSE 6 RECEIVED 01 83:
Feb. 5,1940
Dlear mr. President:-
Trank Walker told me of reports that
With your kind permission
Achbishop Stritch was favorable to Falley
coughlin and that he was not in sympathy
with some of the measures that you
were sponsoring and supporting. Twite
naturally I was upset at these reports
and I assumed to telephone to milusakes
to ask Achbishop Stritch the precise question
whether or not he was unfavorable to
your administration He categorically and
emphatically denied it. Later linguined
about articles appearing in the miluaule
Catholic Citizen, and I ashed him to unite me
a letter concerning the whole matter. He
stated to me that he would gladly
do this and sent this letter which I'am
enclosing. In all sincerely and frankness
I believe him to be a supporter of the
policies of your administration, as l
certainly am proud and pinileged to be.
Herotedly
+Francis Jspelman trancis
ARCHBISHOP'S HOUSE
2000 W. WISCONSIN AVENUE
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN
January 20th 1940.
My dear Archbishop:-
From several sources lately there has come to me
the report that I have been represented in some quarters
as being out of sympathy with the program of our Presi-
dent and indeed on certain points in opposition to it.
As those who know me and are familiar with my attitudes
and activities would not take seriously such false rep-
resentation my first inclination was not to dignify such
gossip with more than a passing denial. However since I
have learned that it has been made a matter of wide
comment in certain quarters I am taking this opportunity
to give my comments on it.
My policy has been to support in every possible
way civil authority and to inculcate respect for 1t. In
my statements and activities I have tried to keep within
the Mandate of my Sacred Office and carefully to avoid
entering the field of the purely political or purely
economic. Indeed it has pained me when ecolesiastics,
claiming to speak merely as citizens, have conducted
crusades of vituperation, supported by appeals to senti-
ment, half-truths and downright misrepresentations, in
fields which are surely not within the compass of their
sacred calling. Frankly I know the mind of our people
and I know that they resent taking counsel on purely
political or economic matters from ecclesiastics. On the
other hand many public questions do involve religious or
moral principles and openly I have condemned the position
that the Church must confine itself to matters of private
morality and the bare statement of christian principles.
It is the Mission of the Church to interpret the moral
law and christian principles in the terms of the expe-
riences of succeeding generations. There is such a thing
as a mass sin and it should be condemmed.
During the difficult times through which we have
passed it has been fortunate that there was given to our
country the courageous enlightened leadership of President
Roosevelt. He aid not hesitate to bring relief to the
distressed but intelligently has sought to widen the
reaches of our democratic institutions and make our democ-
racy a full reality. A less able leader would have failed
to reach under the surface of things and discover evils
which are the very source of our difficulties. Consistently
the President has refuted the new theorists, who would
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ARCHBISHOP'S HOUSE
2000 W. WISCONSIN AVENUE
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN
make Democracy a failure, by making Democracy a full
reality. It has not been hard to support the President
for he has sought to protect the dignity of the individual
and to emphasize the social nature of man. For my part I
have been in full sympathy with his objectives and endor-
sed such of his proposals as came within the Mandate of
my Office.
It is true that I refused to ask a Senator to vote
for the President's proposal on the changes in the number
of Justices on the Supreme Court but my reason was that
such an action was outside the Mandate of my Sacred Office.
It 1s also true that when certain individuals circulated
the false rumor that I opposed the President's proposal
on a change in the Neutrality Law, I issued B. statement
branding this rumor as false and saying that in this matter
I was neutral for again I thought that a position on this
question was outside the Mandate of my Sacred Office.
From what I have written I think that I have made it
clearthat any attempt to class me as an opponent of the
President is false and dishonest. I have tried to support
civil authority in every possible way and the fact is that
I have been quite sympathetic to the program of the Presi-
dent. Now I do not want it understood that I have not
opposed others who in the employ of the Government have
taken certain positions which I cannot support or that I
have always felt that the means proposed for certain de-
sirable ends were opportune. The fact is that I am not a
politician or an economist and I have sought to keep my
activities within the compass of Religion.
Will you pardon me for writing you this long letter?
A shorter one would not make my mind clear.
Cordially yours in Christ,
+ Vamme a. Chase
Archbishop-Elect of Chicago.
The Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D.,
Archbishop of New York.
PSF
Spelman
February 13, 1940.
My dear Friend:
Ever so many thanks for that nice letter
of yours. I had hoped to get a chance to see you
before leaving -- but now I an off on Wednesday.
first. I hope to see you soon after my return on March
I am delighted to see Archbishop Stritch's
letter and I hope, too, that I can have the pleasure
of seeing him in March. I and sure that he will
prove & great success 1a the Chicago Diocese, not
only along spiritual lines but also in pushing
forward with the splendid social policies of the
late Cardinel. Also, I hope that 31shop Sheil
will receive recognition for the able assistance
which he gave to my old friend.
Taking It all in all, I think things are
going along all right and I have much to tell you
when I see you next.
As ever, your old friend,
The Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D.,
Archbishop of New York,
New York City, N. Y.
STANDARD FORM No. 14A
APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT
Spllman
MARCH 10, 1926
FROM
The White House
TELEGRAM
Sent out Washington 3/12/40
OFFICIAL BUSINESS-GOVERNMENT RATES
March 11, 1940
PSE/
NIGHT LETTER
dost Reverend Francis J. Spellman, D.D.
...
10-0481
Archbishop of New York,
New York, N. Y.
May 1, 48 you receive the Sacred Pallium, wish you long
years of health and happiness in cischar dug the outies of the
exalted office to which you have been called.
FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT
PSF fellmany
fill fill mal mal
march 21,1940
Hear m. President
Frank Walker is bringing
my Easter greatings to you. I hope that
your cold is all better.
I know you will be
interested in reading copies of the
editorials in some of the papers and
letters which I received after
spoke in St. Patucks Cathedral thanking
you in the name of 21, 000,000 Callotics
for your logical and courageous action
in sending mr. Tayla to the Holy
Father. I thought it was about time
to clarify the atmosphere and so I took
advantage of the occasion of a very
important function with bishops in
attendance from all over the United
States, sixtyfies of them, and also advantage
of a national hook up on the radio, to
explain our gratitude to you and the
perfect propriety and desirability of your
action from the point of view of our
country and the world as well as from
to viewpoint of the Holy see. l am
frankly amaged to have received only
me letter critical of my explanation of
the situation and lendse also this
letter together with a copy of my
reply. With affectionate regards
lremain Hevoted
Fispellman
Hon. Fanblin H. Rossevelt
President of the United states
The JEWISH CHRONICLE
The Heartening Viewpoint
Of Archbishop Spellman
Encouraging, indeed, and eveny inspiring, were the
words of Archbishop Francis J. Spellman of News York at
the ceremonial this week which invested himsliwith the
Sacred Pallium symbol of ecclesiastical authority.
We quote in part from the Archbishop address,
have professed my Catholic faith 15 and my
loyal devotion to my country, the United States
Sharing kindr ed feelings: with approximately
milhon Americans who are Catholics) and many
millions of men and women of good will who it
lieve God, and who believe in [peace with
tice express gratification that Pret ident Roose
the in his histori Amessages of Chri stmastime
sent this personal representative to the Holy
th the rank of an ambassador, in order what
parallel endeavors for peace and the alleviation
fguffering be assisted,
Perce with justice is the motto of Pope
Pius XII, Peace with justice 18 what call peoples
of the world devoutly yearn for sand pray, for
mow, cand not after world exhaustion androhaos
Catholics, Protestants and Jews cana concum in
that tex pression and be heartened at the collabo
cration of a Funion of endeavor, if notr in belief OF
all those who are on the side of right and justice
all those and they comprise. the overwhelming
majority of mankind who still believe in @God
and pay him homage' in the words of Pope Pius
XL "* (The latter -statement was made just two
years ngowby therlate Poper)
and Whis is an: important statement in assime of such
great world@tragedy with asseven moretsignifi-
cant when weaconsider. that the conbishop. rightlygeriti-
- cized certain ireligions leaders who found ault&with the
appointment of Mr. Myron Taylor to the Vatican sand
short sightedly edeclared (in+trespassed Eupon Theyseparation
of church and state, & But the Archbishop's clear-cut de-
clarations stand yout even-more when we 11 consider? that
just about the time he was preparing for. the sacred cere-
monial in St, Patrick's Cathedral. the Holy Father in the
Vatican was giving the cold shoulder to use a popular
expression, to Hitler's puppet. Mon Ribbent rops Pope Pius,
according toirpress preports maderits pretty evident) sto this
diplomatic. visitori that the has *scant MMC regard, forstheiscum
WHO Germany today, THE
THE NEW YORK TIMES,
WEDNESDAY, MARCHA13, 1940,
ARCHBISHOP SPELLMAN
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city like&ours the personality of
a Catholic Archbishop La ofdmportance
to men of good-will of all faiths The
address given by Archbishop Spellman
yesterday, the occasion of his in-
vestiture with the Sacred Pallium, will
confirm the high opinion that the pub-,
lic has formed of his earnestness, sin-
cerity. and generosity of .spiriti The
authority exercised by the beloved Car-
dinal Hayes has fallen into "worthy
hands
One or two passages in the address
were manifestly intended for all of us,
Catholic and Catholic alike **Arch-
bishop Spellman added to his profession
of Catholic faith equally warm pro-
fession of mefican ideals "I
pledge m myself, herdeclared. Tito main-
tain and (defend our fundamental 11b-
ertica. NI amdor all of our.freedoms
and/our freedom PI am repposed to
tyranny-even though at calls Staelf free-
dom.AI am (opposed to ankrehy,seven
though calls itself liberty
posedito traitorsito the United States,
though they wave American Tlags
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Archbishop Spellman did not heed to
(reassure us on these points
ord speaks for Staelf. His Ekindliness
and tolerance were obvious from the
first S.Yet, in this day of misunder-
istandings, of sinister hates and yeal-
ousies, of deliberate unreason, his
words are brave and timely.
THE YORK
SUNDATIONAR
Union of Endeavor
The address of Archbishop Spellman in:st
Patrick's Cathedralkupon the occasionjof;his
In estiture was such an éloquent statement of
alth in America and American Institutions
that t)deserves be recalled Land stressed.
Misunderstandings: ncross the Doundaries of
religious faith are easy to awaken's Herewas
a statement," admirable Instone and temper,
and so completely loyal in Its pledge as to clear
the air/of any possible doubt or suspicion by
the prejudiced SR
This community has hardly had time to be
come acquainted with the new Archbishop His
recent utteranceiwas in the naturelor a broad
profession of faith and if addressed primarily
to his town (flock) was plainly Intended for a
wider,audietice The simplicity and forthright-
ness yor MI cappearance sechoed debis
phraseology (But there was alsogn Warmth of
expression that gave his sentencess singularly
moving (uatity) It'lls good Tor Payary Ameri-
regardless of manthis rellgious with may
Four IUN datrien liliberties Ade-
scribed to "Daming Trame of
governmen all-necal
America and American Institutions'
fundamental tebusmess offour
Constitution The moral basis DI the republic
never Suceded wetelling more than
today
the note of peace S the Arch
bishop ended Quoting the sink DENV beauti-
ful-prayer-of Francis of Assist beginning
"Lord make me an instrument peace!'
His own.phrase & sunion of endeavor, (If not
n belief of all,those whome One Mide of
right and Justice, seemed a pecularly apt
definition of his whole thesis.Such alimity is
gravely needed within America as Jamong the
nations. It's a precious thing to the commu-
nity to have this sense of common effort up-
held so :wisely and nobly from St Ratrick's
Cathedra creeds varyeas they may
MORRIDAYA
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witho words of Archbishop Spell-
mad Not New York ne:solemn
ceremony in which he was honored
on Tuesday were extremely eloquent.
A part of his sermon WAS pro-
feis and glory in my American citi-
xenship and N pledge myself to
wefend and Amaintain our funda-
mental liberties 9 am all of
your dreedoms and PRINT freedom:
Therefore, I tamropposed to tyranny,
even though it callsfitself freetiom
I Jam Popposed: even
though 1 11) itself/libed, (1 am)
opposed to traitors Z to the United
States, Given *though the wave
American Dags and themselves
patriots XII am opposed to Hawless-
ness vand violence in speecheand
in
THE would be hard to 6nd a better
Adefinition Vol-real Americanism; in
Achurch or but.
THIS DOCUMENT IS THE BEST
AVAILABLE. EVERY TECHNICAL
EFFORT HAS BEEN TAKEN TO
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ATT American Speaks Out
Of far reaching significance were the words uttered
by Archbishop Francis J. Spellman on the occasion of his
investure with the sacred pallium a St. Patrick's Cathedral,
New FY ork. 102 22
Frankly, and with characteristic sincerity, and learnest-
pess Archbishop "Spellman assured This listeners that not,
alone doll profess my Catholic faith before you, (profess
and glory in my American citizenship, and I pledge myself
to maintain and defend our fundamental liberties, shining
as they do like) flaming jewels in our frame- of govern-
ment /priceless and precious.
"I am for all of our freedoms and our.freedom. There-
fore, I am opposed to* tyranny, even though it calls itself
freedom? I am opposed to traitors to the United States,
even though they wave American flags and call themselves
patriots.,.) am opposed to lawlessness and violence in speech
and action.
(Well aware of the serious menace of some, modern
trendsin our political and economic life, I reaffirm my daith
in America and American institutions
Such a strong expression of faith on the part of Arch-
bishop Spellman is not surprising to Bostonians flor: while
he was here herwas well known as an outstanding exponent
of true Americanism
will has become New York' good fortune to have the
services of this man of high Vprinciple and endeavor in
matters religious and American, van
Already in many quartersking the New. ark diocese,
the belief is freely *expressed that the authorit exercised
by the late beloved Cardinal Hayes has fallen intorworthy
hands.
and
As a churchman, and as van American, Archbishop
Spellman has again-clearly defined his position. Heihas set
an example, both courageous and timely.
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THE NEW YORK TIMES
TIMES SQUARE
March 12, 1940
Dear Archbishop Spellman:
I have just come from the Cathedral,
where I had the privilege of seeing the
ceremony at which you were invested with
the pallium. I am writing you at once to
tell you how beautiful and how moving the
ceremony seemed to me to be and how
splendidly you rose to a great opportunity
in your fine statement on this important
occasion. You spoke beautifully, truthfully
and with courage. My hat if off to you.
May you have many years in which to
employ your ability in the great opportunity
that lies before you!
Sincerely yours,
Signed) Charles Merz.
Editor.
Archbishop Francis J. Spellman,
The Archbishop's House,
452 Madison Avenue,
New York City.
COPY
St. Catharine's Rectory
506 West 153rd Street
New York
March 13, 1940
Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D.
Archbishop of New York
Your Excellency:
In my many attendances as a Navy Chaplain
at Cathedral services in many cities, never
have I seen a member of the Hierarchy more an
Archbishop than when I saw you in the pulpit of
the Cathedral on last Tuesday, speaking as another
Paul of Tarsus, with a message to deliver and
unafraid to deliver that message.
There Was not a useless word in your declar-
ation on policy. Every sentence was a clearly cut
statement that defied any attempt at refutation.
Everyone in the Cathedral knew he was listening to
a Master. So many things were said that others have
been afraid to say.
The times require a great fearless leader to
stand out as the representative of the Catholic
Church in the United States and I am proud and happy
that that great, fearless leader is our Archbishop.
Yours very respectfully,
Signed) John J. Brady
COPY
THE POWERS AGENCY
March 13, 1940
The Most Reverend Francis J. Spellman
Archbishop of New York
Madison Avenue at 50th Street
New York, New York
Your Grace:
I trust that you will not think me presumptuous
if, as a former newspaper man, I send you this note
of commendation and praise for the courageous,
significant, and masterly address which you delivered
in St. Patrick's Cathedral yesterday. The note of
simplicity and humility which ran through it gave it
rare beauty and added to its forcefulness.
Your profession of your Catholic faith and
allegiance to the Holy Father were, of course, to be
expected. But your profession of loyalty and patriotic
devotion to your Country; your declaration of opposition
to tyranny, anarchy, traitors to the United States,
lawlessness and violence in speech and action; and
your disposition of the controversy over our President's
noble collaboration with Pope Pius X11 in the interest
of Peace came as a surprising and satisfying high-light
and were of marked excellence.
May God give you continued health and strength
to carry on the holy and important tasks you have
undertaken.
Your Grace's humble servant,
Signed) Edward M. Carney
P.S. The writer is, as you may know, the brother of
Mollie Crohan and father of Bob Carney.
DRUID HILLS BAPTIST CHURCH
Louie D. Newton, Pastor
Atlanta, Ga.
March 13, 1940
Reverend Francis J. Spellman,
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York,
New York City, New York
My dear Mr. Spellman:
Allow me to thank you for your revealing remarks at St.
Patrick's Cathedral a few days ago, as reported through
Associated Press dispatches, and heralded by newspaper headlines
locally as: "Myron Taylor's Critics Rebuked by Archbishop"
and "Vatican Emissary Critics are Flayed". Your published
remarks should help very definitely to further arouse the
people of our country to the significance of this vitally
important matter.
Let me say first, that there is no point in centering attention
upon Mr. Taylor as an individual. It is the position which he
has been asked to fili, and not Mr. Taylor, which concerns many
of us. I have never heard anything except words of highest
appreciation for Mr. Taylor as a successful and honored
American business man.
But when you "rebuke and flay" those of us who protest the
action of the President in appointing an ambassador to the
Vatican, saying, "The only reason which nonapprovalists seem
to have for their position is the shibboleth of separation of
church and state", you get to the heart of the matter, and
your apparent ridicule of us in holding to this "shibooleth"
will serve, I fancy, to stir many an American to yet firmer
conviction regarding the priceless and ,recious principle of
religious liberty and its inevitable corollary, complete
separation of church and state.
You are well familiar with the original meaning and history of
the word "shibboleth"- "an ear of corn, a stream, a flood." It
was a symbol of something very vital. And although the word
may have fallen into lower meaning with the passing of time, it
is, perhaps, a very good one for you to have employed in this
situation. We, like the Ephraimites of old, may be at the fores-
at the crossing of a stream wider and deeper than we think.
And Like the Ephraimites of old, we may not be able to pronounce
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the word at first, but we, like they, have a pretty clear under-
standing of what is involved.
Your argument for the President sending an ambassador to the
Vatican as a parallel to our government sending ambassadors to
the governments of Great Britain and Japan would be much more
convincing, it seems to me, if you would include in your statement
the fact that in these instances, as in every other instance
where we have duly appointed ambassadors, our government first
recognized, through constitutional procedure, such neighbor
governments, and authorized the President to nominate ambassadors
thereto; nor has it ever been remotely suggested that in so
doing WG were sending an ambassador to the Church of England or
to any religious body in Japan, or elsewhere, for the very good
reason that the Constitution of the United States explicitly
forbids such a course on the part of our country.
The implication of your statement that 21 million or Roman
Catholics prayerfully and gratefully approve the action of our
President fails to take into account at least some Catholics who
disapprove his action, as, for example, the article of Mr.
Lawrence A. Fernsworth, appearing in the March, 1940, issue
of the Protestant Digest. Nor do you acknowledge the position
of such prominent evangelicals as the President of the Federal
Council of Churches of Christ in America, Dr. George A. Buttrick,
who, under date of February 27, 1940, definitely calls upon the
President to publicly state his interpretation of the status
of Mr. Taylor as officially declared by spokesmen for the Vatican
in Rome and in this country.
Our apprehension of the status of Mr. Taylor is further deepened
by the President's letter to him, instructing him to "communicate
to this government any matters which may come to your attention
In the performance of your mission. ", which sounds very much
like language describing diplomatic relations de jure as well SS
de facto,
Permit me, therefore, to again thank you for what I believe will
prove a very real service in further arousing our people to the
full significance of the President's altogether unique course
of action, and to say to you, and through you to the President
and the Pope, that there are many of us who hold more firmly
than ever to the "shibboleth" of complete separation of church
and state.
Sincerely yours,
signed) Louie D. Newton.
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Congregation Emanu-el
of the city of New York
Fifth Avenue at sixty-Fifth Street
Office of the President
Your Grace:
On the solemn occasion of your Con-
secration may I be ermitted to add my
respect ful felicitations and to express the
earnest and profound admiration to which I
am moved by your sermon. It will long be
remembered by the people of this city of
all creeds and will be an encouragement and
a rallying point for men of good will,
everywhere.
Very respectfully,
Signed) Lewis Strauss
To His Grace
The Archbishop of New York
March 13, 1940
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Henry R. Luce
9 Rockefeller Plaza
New York
Dear Archbishop Spellman,
Let me thank you for an experience
which I shall always cherish in recollection,
that of having been a part of the great
congregation at your investiture. Your
speech was a most moving reaffirmation of
faith in--faith itself. And may I add my
prayers, however uncannonical, that you be
blessed through many years as an instrument
of peace in this city and in this world.
Sincerely,
Signed) Henry R. Luce
March 15, 1940
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JOSEPH V. CONNOLLY
March 15, 1940
Your Excellency:
I heard the ceremonies by radio and I am glad
that they were so wonderfully impressive because
they were the form of a fitting introduction to the
magnificent pronouncement you made from the pulpit.
Your family and Jack Conway and your host of friends
must have thrilled at the splendor of your words.
I assigned Edwin C. Hill to cover the story
and I think he did a good job. I am going to have
a collection of the photographs bound for you as a
souvenir of this wonderful event.
The lesson of your Proclamation of Americanism
and Christianity will be bound everlastingly in the
hearts of the faithful of your diocese.
My heartiest felicitations to Your Excellency
on this memorable occasion.
Your Obedient Servant,
Signed) J.V. Connolly
His Excellency, Francis J. Spellman,
Archbishop of New York,
452 Madison Avenue
New York City.
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March 15, 1840
Rev. Louie D. Newton, Pastor
Druid Hills Baptist Church
Atlanta, Georgia,
Dear Doctor Newton:
Thank you very much for writing to me.
I feel that when you read my remarks in their
entirety, you will not believe that the newspaper
headlines, which you quote, were justified in using
such terms as "rebuked" and "flayed". As you will
note in the text of my address, I said that I was
opposed to violence in speech and in action. You
will agree, I am sure, that the tenure of what I
said was explanatory rather than critical.
With very best wishes for your health and
happiness, and with renewed expression of thanks
for your consideration in writing to me, I am
Very sincerely yours,
Archbishop of New York.
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ST. BARNABAS RECTORY
409 East 241st Street
New York, N.Y.
March 16, 1940
His Excellency
The Most Reverend Francis J. Spellman D.D.,L.L.D.
Archbishop of New York
Your Excellency:
It will surely please God to have you
assured of the respectful, joyous and proud
reception of your Pallium address. All I
have spoken to about it are most enthusiastic.
It was truly religious, reassuring, uncom-
promising, spiritually American, fearlessly
yet tactfully challenging. Priests and people
are heartened by it and pray fervently for
their Christly shepherd. The N.Y. Times report
multiplied your audience innumerably. Its
admiration. editorial commands non-Catholic respect and
May our Divine Lord sustain and His Holy
Spirit guide you always thus to say and to
do the right thing in the right way at the
richt time.
Respectfully yours in Christ,
Signed) Michael A. Reilly
P.S. No acknowledgment of this is necessary
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STATE OF NEW YORK
ALBANY
CHARLES POLETTI
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
March 16, 1940
My dear Bishop Spellman:
May I use a fraction of your valuable time to
tell you how much pleasure the ceremony of last Tuesday
gave us.
We feel strongly that it is good for all the people
of the State to have you as the Archbishop of the Catholic
Church.
Your remarks were superb - so polite and restrained
and yet definite and firm. The objections on the part of
a few Protestants to the appointment of Ambassador
Taylor to His Holiness transcend our simple comprehension.
We admired what you said on the subject and also your
forceful words on the integrity of our free institutions.
Having grown up with the working man and women,
I have deep faith in their decision to adhere closely
to the path of American liberties and traditions.
And I fully realize that in the process the Church has
a tremendous role to play. With you 88 a guide end
inspiration, we know the role will be carried on
courageously end brilliently.
With the profound admiration and warm regards
of Mrs. Poletti and myself,
Respectfuly yours,
signed
Charlie Poletti
His Eminence
the Archbishop of
N. Y.
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E. T. WRIGHT & COMPANY, INC.
ROCKLAND, MASSACHUSETTS
Office of the President
March 19, 1940
The Most Reverend Francis J. Spellman
Archbishop of New York
452 Madison Avenue
New York
Your Grace:
Now that a few days have elapsed since your
Investiture I want to express to you how impressed
I was, not only with the ceremonials, but particularly
with your message to the congregation.
Once and for all you have laid down a yardstick
which measures the amount of illegiance one owes to
God and to Country, and the manner in which you
expressed the facts leaves no doubt in the mind of
any thinking man that your profession of the Catholic
Faith and your American Citizenship surely meets the
need of our day and will stand alongside Lincoln's
Address at Gettysburg.
In fact, I believe sincerely that it is more
important to us today than was Lincoln's pronouncement
at the time of its delivery.
It was as great privilege to have been one of those
having the opportunity to be present at your Investi-
ture.
With kindest personal regards, and the best
wishes for you at this Easter Time, I am
Sincerely yours,
Signed) Alfred H. Donovan
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Spril April 17,1940 17,1940
Dear mr. President,
have just arrived
back from another one of those memorable
experiences of my life, another visit
with you. I am deeply grateful. Though
we were gloomier today than any day
before, were must still continues praying
hoping and working. thought all the
way back to how york how well you
articulate the thoughts and desires
of all my thoughts and desires and
prayers and of those who still constitute
is great majority of men and wimen or
every country. Once more thank you
for the honor, the pleasure, the encouragement
and inspitation you gave me and give me,
I am enclosing a press release
from me Protestant group that seems
to have a good and for as.
Herstedly
Fanbspelleney
Hon Famblin Ll. Roosevelt
President & the United tale
From: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE
(3/30/40)-
300 Fourth Avenue
New York City
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OPPOSITION TO TAYLOR APPOINTMENT HELD UNREPRESENTATIVE OF AMERICAN PROTESTANTISM.
By Religious News Service.
(3/30/40)
ST. LOUIS -- Opposition to President Roosevelt's appointment of Myron C. Taylor
as his personal envoy to the Vatioan is not representative of American Protestantism,
according to a leading editorial in the Christian-Evangelist, national weekly of the
Disciples of Christ denomination.
Pointing out that "there has been no rank and file uprising against the Presi-
dent's appointment that we have been able to discover," the editorial oited two
church groups that had refused to disapprove the appointment and added that "not
nearly all of the church papers are lined up with the opposition."
According to the editorial the Christian Advocate, The Messenger, The Christian
Leader, and Unity, which is edited by John Haynes Holmes, have each approved the
President's action.
"There is some evidence," concluded the editorial, "that approval of the appoint-
ment is widespread."
Quoting the United States Baptist, which recently predicted that the religious
issue (the separation of church and state) will play a major part in the 1940 eleo-
tion, the editorial voiced regret that "the opposition, unwillingly, we feel sure, is
creating a vicious and un-American anti-Catholic prejudice."
"We fear," continued the editorial, "that anti-Catholicism is still 80 deeply in-
grained in many Protestant leaders in the United States that they are blinded with
passionate prejudice and unable to see that Mr. Roosevelt has taken a tremendous for-
ward step by mobilizing the strength of religious forces in this country in behalf of
peace. The possibility of a just peace is the basio issue in this matter."
STATE ASSEMBLY OKAYS BILL PERMITTING ABSENCE FOR RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION.
By Religious News Service.
(3/30/40)
ALBANY, N.Y. -- A bill amending the present section of the education law to in-
olude a declaration that school absence for religious observance and education shall
be permitted passed the Assembly here with seven dissenting votes.
The State Catholic Welfare Committee and the New York State Council of Churches
(representing federated Protestantism) are among the organizations supporting the measure.
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Oct. 25, 1941
My dear Friend:
I am enclosing what I spoke to you about the
other day and I know that this 1s confirmatory of other
information which has been received in other places.
It was grand to see you and do come down again
soon (I mean after Monday).
Faithfully yours,
Franklin D. Roosevelt
His Excellency
Most. Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D.
Archbishop of New York,
452 Madison Avenue
New York, N.Y.
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March 14, 1942.
My dear old Friend:-
I think that you would want me,
because of our long friendship, to tell you
personally and frankly about a matter which has
disturbed me very much. A short time ago I got
word from the Vatican that there was a real
possibility that the Papal Secretary of State
had agreed to receive a diplomatic mission from
Japan. The Acting Secretary of State, at my
request, immediately got in touch with the
Apostolic Delegate, expressing the hope that
the rumor was not true and that such a course
would create an extramely bad reaction on
public opinion both here in the United States
and in the other American Republics.
Now comes word from the Vatican
that the story is, in effect, true. The ground
given is essentially that this is the carrying
out of conversations which have been held with
Japan since 1922 -- which, however, seem to
have lain dormant since 1939. To this is
added, of course, the normal reasons, based
on the vast interests of the Church in the
Far East.
Finally, the message from the
Papal Secretary of State presents the dilemma
that the Holy See would find it difficult to
withdraw under any form of protest by the
United States or Great Britain. I can well
understand this, but the fact remains that the
dilemma should not have been created in the first
place.
I want you to know, unofficially and
off the record of course, that it is my thought
that a very great error of judgment was made by
reopening the old negotiations, which in effect
had been laid on the shelf in 1939. There must
have been a dosen ways of deferring action, for
one reason or another, at this time.
I shall say nothing officially, in
all probability, but my heart is torn because
it is bound to get out and there will be
definitely a bad reaction to thus unnecessary
nove.
Monsignor Ready knows about all of
this, of course.
With my affectionate regards,
As ever yours,
His Excellency
Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D.,
Archbishop of New York,
452 Madison Avenue,
New York, N. Y.
THE UNDER SECRETARY OF STATE
WASHINGTON
March 14, 1942
My dear Mr. President:
You will remember, with regard to the reports we
have received that the Vatican had agreed to receive
a diplomatic mission from Japan, that I communicated
your message concerning this question to the Apostolic
Delegate.
The Apostolic Delegate sent an extremely strong
telegram to the Holy See urging reconsideration of this
step and emphasizing the extremely bad reaction which
this agreement on the part of the Vatican would have
on public opinion both in the United States and in the
other American Republics.
I have seen subsequently several members of the
American hierarchy, including Bishop Hurley of Florida,
all of whom have been horrified when they learned that
it actually was true that the Vatican was receiving a
diplomatic mission from Japan.
Yesterday I received a visit from Monsignor Ready.
He handed me, with what he said was "profound regret",
The President,
The White House.
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a message transmitted to me, through the Apostolic Dele-
gate, by Cardinal Maglione, the Papal Secretary of State.
I am enclosing a copy of this message for your in-
formation.
Monsignor Ready, who is profoundly outraged, said
he felt it would be most helpful if you personally would
let Archbishop Spellman know how strongly the Government
of the United States feels about this decision on the
part of the Vatican. Will you let me know if you wish
me to prepare a draft personal letter for you to send
to Archbishop Spellman in this sense.
Believe me
A thfully yours,
Enc.
MEMORANDUM
In further reference to the matter of diplomatic
relations between the Holy See and Japan, this Apostolic
Delegation has been directed by His Eminence, the
Cardinal Secretary of State, to furnish the Government
of the United States with more detailed explanation
of the principles and particular reasons that have in-
duced the Holy See to take such steps.
As was intimated in the Memorandum of March 3,
1942, the present attitude of the Holy See is nothing
more than a confirmation of the answer regarding diplo-
matic relations with Japan given as far back as 1922.
If no conclusion was reached at that time it was due
to opposition in Japan. The project was again serious-
ly discussed in 1939. Now the Japanese Government,
enjoying special powers, has renewed such request, and
the Holy See could not contradict its previous adher-
ence to the plan, especially lest a negative reply be
interpreted as a mark of political partiality.
The presence in the Vatican of missions of various
belligerent countries which are at war with each other,
does not diminish but rather emphasizes the strictest
impartiality of the Holy See. In fact during the first
World War, in the year 1914, a diplomatic mission of
Great Britain was accepted by the Holy See after the
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outbreak of hostilities, and no difficulties were occa-
sioned by this act.
It is obvious moreover, both in the present time of
war, as in time of peace, that the presence of diplomatic
missions in the Vatican from various nations of the world,
does not signify approval by the Holy See of every action
or attitude of the Nations sending such missions. Certain-
ly the acceptance of these missions cannot legitimately
be interpreted as an adherence of the Holy See to one or
the other of the groups of nations engaged in the present
conflict.
From the practical point of view it must be admitted
that the Holy See has vast interests in the Far East, and
these she has the right and duty to safeguard by every
available means. The missionary enterprises of the Catho-
lic Church in the Far East are the fruits of centuries of
sacrifice and blood of martyrs, and in the present cir-
cumstances the Holy See is faced with the alternative
of either completely abandoning these fields or contin-
uing by every legitimate means to foster these under-
takings for the good of souls.
The relations of the Holy See with belligerent na-
tions, as with those at peace, are most useful for its
works of charity, and particularly for its constant
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efforts for peace, especially in seeking the collabora-
tion of all nations for charitable enterprises and for
the return of international concord.
The Holy See confidentially and as a mark of courtesy
communicated to the Governments of Great Britain and the
United States the answer given to the Government of Japan.
To the great surprise of the Holy See this news appeared
in the press of Switzerland on February 23, and again on
March 3, the Reuter Agency published that the British Gov-
ernment would protest. In view of this publicity, any
change in the attitude of the Holy See would certainly
be interpreted as an adherence to the will of one of the
belligerent groups, with the consequent lessening of
her complete impartiality.
In presenting these further clarifications to the
Government of the United States, the Holy See expresses
the hope that both the general and particular motives
above expressed will be fully appreciated, and if the
occasion arises, made known to the authorities con-
cerned, and also to the general public if need be, in
the interest of truth, justice and harmony.
March 13, 1942.
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Dear Friend:
A little bird told me that something
had gone wrong with your furnace and that you
would probably freeze this winter. I was
naturally much distressed at this news BO I
asked if something couldn't be done to keep
you warm. I am enclosing herewith a memorandum
which should set your mind at rest.
It was grand to have that visit with
you and I do hope I shall see you very soon
again.
Always sincerely,
His Excellency
Most Reverend Francis J. Spellman, D.D.,
The Archbishop of New York,
452 Madison Avenue,
New York, New York.
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October 19, 1942
Dear Mr. President:
We shall certainly see to it that
Archbishop Spellman is not cold this winter.
I have asked Mr. John P. Maguire, of our
New York office, to handle this matter per-
sonally, and we will see that the Archbishop
is thoroughly satisfied.
Respectfully yours,
Donald M. Nelson
The President
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A little bird tells me that
the furnace at 51st Street and
Madison Avenue, New York City,
really does need repairs. It
happens to be the residence of
Archbishop Spellman, and I hear
that this repair has been turned
down for a priority by EPB locally
in New York and also in Washington.
Don't say anything about it
to anyone but I really think the
Archbishop ought to be kept warm
during the Winter!
F. D. R.
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LIST OF DOCUMENTS SENT:
GENOA
1. Letter: Cardinal Boetto to the Holy Father; November 8, 1942.
2. Letter: Holy Father to Cardinal Boetto; November 16, 1942.
3. Report of Cardinal Boetto concerning the damages to the city of
Genoa; December 6, 1942.
TURIN
4. Letter: Cardinal Rossati to the Holy Father; November 21, 1942.
5. Letter: Holy Father to Cardinal Rossati; November 30, 1942.
6. Copy of two telegrams:
(1) Cardinal Rossati to Holy Father; December 9, 1942.
(2) Secretary of State to Cardinal Rossati; December 11, 1942.
7. Most recent letter: Cardinal Rossati to Cardinal Maglione; December
9, 1942.
MILAN
8. Letter: Cardinal Shuster to the Holy Father; October 26, 1942.
9. Letter: Holy Father to Cardinal Shuster; December 2, 1942.
NAPLES
10. Letter: Cardinal Ascalesi to the Holy Father; December 7, 1942.
11. Letter: Holy Father to Cardinal Ascalesi; December 8, 1942.
GENOA
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Most Holy Father:
I beg Your Holiness' pardon if in the midst of the grave and
immense anxieties which are tormenting Your paternal heart, I come
to add a new grief. I explain the sorrowful situation.
Certainly we all understand that the demands of war require
that the civilian population suffer from grave consequences. How-
ever, the events of the last twenty days or so in the center of the
city of Genoa surpass all limits.
The devastation caused in the center of the city by enemy
air attacks with inflammable projectiles and incendiary bombs 1s
wrought in the great majority of cases on private homes of peaceful
citizens and especially on the residences of poor people or on
harmless buildings. There exist no military objectives in the center
of the city of Genoa. More than twenty churches were damaged- among
them, various important parishes rendered unusable; we do not know
what provisions to make for the spiritual good of souls, which is so
very necessary in these sad circumstances. Several religious communi-
ties( they are quite numerous in the center of the city) among them
some Orders of strict claustration and many charitable Institutes, homes
for children and the aged, including the Home for the Aged of the Sis-
ters of the Poor, had to leave their quarters and go elsewhere. The 3
large Hospitals were more or less impaired; and one of the two Semina-
ries was destroyed partially and the other, damaged. Sadly enough, the
list of damages wrought to peaceful civilians and harmless people,
could be continued to a great length. It is estimated at this time
that about 30,000 people are homeless.
If the material damages are very grave, I am even more serious-
ly concerned about the moral harm done to the flock which Your Holiness
has entrusted to my care, necause all the spiritual life here is com-
pletely disturbed.
In the face of this terrifying spectacle, I have often asked
myself: "How does all this help the ends of war?" Only one answer
has come to me: "It serves solely to foment hatred among nations.*
Because of the knowledge I have of my people, who on the whole
are calm and level-headed, I can say that they harbored a sincere
nope have that the enemy would have a more understanding feeling
towards the sentiment of our population and a greater humanity- all
of which redounded to the honor of the enemy themselves. However,
what now transpires is, sadly, a demonstration of something totally
different from what the people thought. Just as the people have never
approved of the atrocities committed against the enemy, so they do
not approve what is being done to hurt them without their being at
all to blame.
(signed) PIETRO CARD. BOETTO
Archbishop of Genoa
Genoa, November 8, 1942.
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"To Our Beloved Son, Cardinal Pietro Boetto, Archbishop of Genoa.:
With bitter grief did We learn of the news contained in
the letter you addressed to Us, in which letter We found another
demonstration of your filial confidence in Us and of your pastoral
solicitude towards the flook which is entrusted to you.
Let it serve as a comfort to you to know that in this sad
hour, We are particularly close to you and to your people who have
been so sadly tried, because the sufferings of all Our children
re-echo in Our heart.
We can assure you that on Our part, as We have done up to
the present, no occasion will be overlooked to see to it that the
sufferings caused by the war to the civilian population will be
spared or attenuated.
In the measwhile, we hope that the misfortune itself, now
the source of such suffering in your city, will be a font of greater
and real spiritual good; let charity flourish abundantly and readily
among the ruins, an augury of future peaceful re-edification and a
symbol of renewed brotherhood; let the struggle possess an element
and strength of salutary penance, expiating the ills which have given
rise in the world to so much chaos and have provoked the Divine
punishments; and let the prayer arise to God , ever more fer#ent
through the tears, the prayer Which We ourselves are invoking for
all those suffering in your city and throughout the world.
And in the hope of Divine mercy, We impart with all Our heart,
to you and all your faithful, and in a special way to those most af-
flicted, Our Apostolic Blessing.
PIUS PP. XII
Vatican, November 16, 1942
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OUTLINE REPORT OF THE DAMAGES WROUGHT IN THE CENTER OF THE CITY OF
GENOA TO CHURCHES, SCHOOLS, RELIGIOUS HOUSES AND INSTITUTES DURING
THE COURSE OF SIX ENEMY AIR RAIDS.
PAROCHIAL CHURCHES: In the central part of the city of Genoa, there
are 61 parochial churches. of these 61, there were damaged very
seriously, in a manner necessitating reconstruction "ex novo" (among
them Annunziata, S. Siro, S. Stefano, Immacolata, the richest and
most artistic in the city of Genoa)
14 parochial churches
Damaged less seriously but badly enough
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PUBLIC OR SEMI-PUBLIC CHURCHES: of the 75 listed up to the present,
27 were damaged, some very seriously, necessitating complete recon-
struction; others, less seriously but still important damages were
incurred.
The Archdiocesan Chancery adjoining the Archipeiscopal Resi-
dence was completely destroyed and the Archiepiscopal Residence re-
ceived damages which will be more easily repairable.
We have two Seminaries. The one was damaged in such a way
that the two upper stories of dormitories with all their furniture,
supplies etc. were completely destroyed. The lower stories received
serious damages, too. In our other Seminary, a portion of the dormi-
tory was destroyed, and there were other minor damages, but it is at
the present time not fit for habitation. The rich Library for the
Clergy in this latter Seminary was also completely destroyed.
RELIGIOUS HOUSES, PIOUS INSTITUTES AND SCHOOLS
Up to the present, we have listed 43 damaged. (See list-*- at
end of this report). Actually, all homes for infants, child care,
orphans etc. have been closed down as are closed down all the schools
and homes and residences directed by Religious Orders of men and
women.
of our 14 Cloistered Monasteries and Convents, not one is in
a habitable state. Two have been completely wrecked and many dhers
have suffered very serious damages.
The three large Hospitals of this archdiocese were completely
shaken and seriously damaged. The Home and Hospital for the Sick
Poor(with its capacity of 1800 filled at the time of the attack), the
two Rest Houses or Sanatoria, the Home of the Little Sisters of the
Poor, the Rest Home and Hospital for Old and Invalid Priests were all
seriously damaged.
OTHERS
All the most important edifices of the city from an historical,
a religious or an artistic point of view were destroyed seriously in
some way or another. For example, the Ducal Palace, Tursi, Spinola(cen
ter of the Prefecture), St. George (the most important historical
center of the city), The Palace called THE RED AND WHITE, which for
its historic treasures was continuously visited by tourists. Also-
the Chiossone Oriental Museum, believed to be the best and richest
in the world. Also the greater part of the old Palaces of the nobles
of Genoe have been lost.
IMPORTANT:: What has attracted everyone's attention is the fact that
the air attacks, it can be said, had as objectives only the center
of the city of Genoa, which is practically all residences and harm-
less edifices.
Genoa, December 6, 1942.
(signed) PIETRO CARD. BOETTO
Archbishop of Genoa.
LIST *
Schools, Educational Institutes and Convents and Monasteries Destroyed
or Seriously Damaged.
1. Home of the Daughters of Mary
2. Arreco Institute
3. Institute of the Medean Sisters
4. Home of the Servants of the Sacred Heart
5. Institute of the Negrone Durazzo Sisters
6. Institute of the Pinus Mothers of Ovada
7. Institute of the Assumption
8. Lateran Canonesses' Convent
9. Home for the Protection of Young Ladies
10. Institute of the Filippini Sisters
11. Convent of the Tertiary Carmelites
12. Convent of the Nazzarene Sisters
13. Convent of the Tertiary Franciscan Sisters
14. Ravasco Institute
15. Convent of the Filippini Nuns
16. The Minor Cottolengo
17. Institute of the Auxiliary Sisters
18. Paverano Institute
19. Home of the Tertiary Dominican Sisters
20. The Vittorino da Feltre Institute
21. St. John the Baptist Orphan Asylum
22. Catholic Home for the Aged
23. Fieschina Conservatory
24. Institute of the Purification
25. The Liturgical Apostolate
26. Institute for the Deaf-Mutes
27. Gianelline Nuns' Convent
28. Hostel for the Poor
29. Hone for the Poor, Benedict XV
30. Convent of the Minimi
31. Institute of St. Joseph (Bonarian Sisters)
32. St. Catherine of Siena Institute
33. Home of the Missionary Priests
34. Artigianelli Institute
35. Marcelline Institute
36. Institute of the Dorothean Sisters
37. Home of the Little Sisters of the Sick Poor
38. Marcelline Institute
39. Baptistine Sisters' Convent
40. Convent of the Clarist Nuns
41. Convent of the Discalced Augustinian Nuns
42. Institute of the Sisters, Daughters of the Will of God.
43. St. Nicholas' Home
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bishop of Turin, November 21, 1942.)
(From a letter of His Eminence, Cardinal Maurilio Fossati, Arch-
I write with my heart broken. Last night between the hours of
eight and nine was indeed bedevilled. How many bombs rained down?
How many inflammable projectiles were hurled against us? No one
could count them? For several hours, the Archbishop's house was
in the midst of the flames of the surrounding buildings all afire-
while it (Archbishop's house) was saved only through speedy aid
from the hundreds of projectiles which shot down.
It is impossible to list the churches whose windows crashed in from
the shock of exploding bombs. According to the first news this
morning, four churches are now unusable, as are many rectories. It
is likewise impossible to enumerate the buildings burned down. Tele-
phone, trolley, electric connections are impossible. Running water
has been cut off.
Early this morning I felt it my duty to go to the Seminary to dismiss
the students. I could not face the parents and the diocese and assume
the responsibility of keeping these students in the midst of certain
danger. Sisters, institutes under the direction of the Religious Or-
ders of men and women, etc.- have all vacated their premises and are
travelling about on foot seeking shelter wherever they can.
Just now it was reported to me that a large house of the Cottolengo
Community (detached, however, from the little House called the Porziun-
cula) 1s aflame and that the Sisters are being escorted to safety.
I implore for this City, which has been 80 sorely tried, a special
Apostolic Blessing which will be miraculous in stemming this tide
of sorrows.
(signed) M. CARD. FOSSATI
Archbishop of Turin
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To Our Beloved Son, Cardinal M. Fossati, Archbishop of Turin:
The news which you send Us- your fatherly and shepherdly
heart brimming over with bitter grief- lead Us who Ourselves are
grieving with you to the midst of the ruins, the mourning and the
tears into which the war has these days plunged the noble, indus-
trious city of Turin, which is a city most dear to Us for many
reasons.
Even while We grieve over your sorrow and that of your child-
ren, however, We are strengthened and uplifted by the certainty that
the traditional faith and religious spirit of the Turinese people
even when harshly tried, will never diminish; and looking to God,
ali-merciful and good, trusting in Him especially in this their
hour of trial, the people of Turin will know how to await from Him
the grace which transforms our 111s into a means of purification and
sanctification in Jesus Christ.
As for Us, We shall continue to avail Ourselves of every
means within Our power to lessen the public suffering of all Our
children; and We shall not cease to send to God the most ardent
prayers that He curtail this strife and that He again lead all peoples
to order and peace.
Meanwhile We wish to assure you and your spiritual children
that Our thought and Our heart are strongly with you. And while We
do not doubt that in the midst of this public calamity the prayer
of all will rise more fervent and confident, with Our heart We invoke
the consoling Blessed Virgin, to whom the city of Turin is so devoted,
and with Our heart do We impart to you, Beloved Son, to your clergy
and to the entire flock entrusted to your care, the Apostolic Bene-
diction.
PIUS PP. XII
VaticanCity, November 30, 1942.
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COPY OF TWO TELEGRAMS
TURIN, DECEMBER 9, 1942, 4:50 p.m.
LAST NIGHT RENEWED VIOLENT AIR RAID. CHURCHES, HOSPITALS
RUINED. SEMINARY AND CATHEDRAL INTACT. HOUSEHOLD AND MYSELF
SAFE.
RESPECTFULLY,
CARDINAL FOSSATI
VATICANCITY, DECEMBER 11, 1942, 7:30 p.m.
His Eminence
Cardinal Fossati
Archbishop of Turin
TELEGRAM DECEMBER 9TH RECEIVED. HOLY FATHER DEEPLY MOVED AT YOUR
REPEATED SORROWFUL TRIAL, RENEWS TO YOUR EMINENCE, CLERGY AND
FAITHFUL OF ARCHDIOCESE OF TURIN HIS COMFORTING APOSTOLIC BENEDIC-
TION.
CARDINAL MAGLIONE.
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Most Recent Letter from the Cardinal Archbishop of Turin received
in the Secretariate of State on December 12, 1942.
Turin, December 9, 1942
My heart is broken and my eyes are filled with spectacles of
fire and blood! Last night between 9 and 10 p.m., a most violent
air raid with innumerable bursting bombs and incendiary projectiles
once more attacked this martyred city. Since my telephone has again
been impaired, I am able to relay only little news for the present.
Three immense bombs fell near the Archbishop's House, causing ruins,
but I suffered grave harm only from the severe drafts caused by the
destruction of many doors and windows.
The Social Action Institute of the Jesuit Fathers burned down;
the Capuschin Parish of the Madonna della Campagna was razed to the
ground with many dead and many wounded (the Pastor and four of his
Religious perished). The Parish Church of St. Gioachinno was very
seriously damaged; the cupola of the Church of Santa Croce was burned;
many other churches were impaired, among them the Church of the Jesuit
Martyrs. The old St. Giovanni Hospital was burned. Two bombs de-
stroyed the Surgical Wing of the new Hospital at Molinetto and also
the convent of the Nursing Order of Sisters. One Sister 18 dead and
one 18 dying, while among the patients of the Hospital there are many
dead and wounded. The Mother House of the Missionaries of the Consola-
ta is badly impaired and the Fathers have to vacate the premises. A
few yards from the Cottolengo, a bursting bomb destroyed the great
Infirmary Building and broke every pane of glass in the small house.
No wounded have yet been reported.
Among the buildings burned down, I mention merely the Uni-
versity, the Politechnic Institute, and the L.I.C.E., our splendid
library agency.
(signed) M. CARD. FOSSATI
Archbishop of Turin
MILAN
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Excerpt of a Letter from His Eminence, Cardinal Ildefonso Schuster,
Archbishop of Milan, to the Holy Father, October 26, 1942.
Here is a succint report.
I found the parochial Church of Santa Maria alla Fontana all aflame.
The transept of the Church of santa Croce was destroyed. That of
the Church of SS. Nereus and Achilles was rent by a bomb. With his
own hands, the Rector of the church succeeded in throwing out a
bomb which fell right into his house, before it caused further damage.
More than one hundred public buildings and homes were devoured by
flames, wmong them the Home and Hospital, "Regina Elena", the Brefo-
trofio(Orphan Asylum); the Misericordia Hospital. The Greater Hos-
pital was also an objective of the bombs and the Archivium was aflame,
too. Worst of all was the nocturnal bombardment. Numerous houses
crashed to the ground and there 18 a relatively large number of dead
and injured.
How the Duomo (Cathedral) was spared, 1s a thing I do not understand,
since from the first bombs rained down by the dozens on the Hospital,
which is a mere one hundred yeards from the Archbishop's House and
Cathedral. As a matter of fact, the airplanes circled over the Arch-
bishop's House and so we found in our courtyard the remains of things
they had set afire and which had fallen down.
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Letter from the Holy Father to Cardinal Schuster; December 2, 1942
The Christmas greetings to Us from you and your diocese come
to Us with such affectionate filial solicitude and though they call
us back to the mystical B weetness of a peace loftier than all world-
ly happenings, still they do not obliterate the deep sorrow with
which We feel ourselves overcome because of the bitter trials which
in these very days have stricken Milan and her generous children.
And so, while We express to you and them Our paternal grati-
tude for your greetings, rejoicing that the Babe of Peace will re-
new in all our hearts the great message of Bethlehem;- not an empty
word for those who believe in Him and champion Him in all circum-
stances,- We cannot refrain from revealing to your grieving hearts
Our same grief; while on the other hand, We send to God and to man
Our pleas that the cruelty of this scourge end and that there be
a cessation to the carnage, the ruins, the mourning.
It is true that We are consoled to learn how present trials
are being translated into as many incentives for pious acts; through
these, goodness increases and in the greater number of cases, there
is reborn the feeling for God, the disposition towards good and the
consideration of values eternal. But this very thought strengthens
Our desire that our prayers, your prayers, the prayers of all, be
heard; that security be restored to all hearts; and that to so indus-
trious a city, beneficent, productive work be restored in order and
justice.
With these feelings do We also invoke with special fervor the
intercession of the Divine Queen and of your Patron Saints; and in
the faith that the Father of Mercy will hasten for all the hoped-for
peace, We impart to you, Beloved Son, to your clergy and your entire
great family in Christ, our Apostolic Blessing.
Vatican City, December 2, 1942
PIUS PP. XII
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Naples, December 7, 1942
Most Holy Father:
with my heart intensely grieved do I fulfill my filial duty
to appeal to Your august Heart, 80 extremely feeling and already so
profoundly afflicted by the awful scourge incumbent on humanity.
The recent violent attack on Naples surprised the civilian
population and has stricken persons intent on their daily tasks,
thus thrusting into mourning 80 many families who also have been
deprived of their very homes.
With air raids that spare no person and no object, this great
people now finds itself exposed continuously to every danger and
must face most difficult trials.
For this people of Naples do I implore of Your paternal good-
ness, a special, comforting Apostolic Blessing and special prayers.
Tomorrow, Feast of the Immaculate Conception, all of us,
clergy and people, shall be gathered in prayer- joining in the inten-
tions of Your Holiness and we shall consecrate the city and diocese
to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We shall make a VOW to the Heaven-
ly Mother and to St. Januarius, our Patron, to complete the facade
of the Cathedral Church just as soon as Naples is free from the
scourge of these calamities of war.
0 Most Holy Father, do Thou bless these plans of ours and
bless all our Archdiocese, which looks to You as to the only Beacon
of Light, the only Hope of Peace and Salvation.
Humbling kissing Your Sacred Foot, I am
Your Holiness' most humble and
obedient servant and child,
(signed) A.CARD. ASCALESI
Archbishop of Naples
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To Our beloved son, Cardinal Alessio Ascalesi, Archbishop of Naples.
Called by the unsearchable ways of the Lord even from the
very beginning of Our pontificate to drink deeply of the bitter chal-
ice of the Divine Master as the entire human family is swept in the
maelstrom of war, We are today with you, Beloved Son, participating
in your sorrow and the sorrow of your flock, which is today deep in
mourning.
But as We suffer with you, We well perceive, in this so try-
ing crisis, the strong and living faith of a people which has not
belied its fervent religious spirit and which in its most difficult
trials, feels God closer than ever as it accepts His wishes and rec-
ognizes His mercy; a God Whose scourges are sent to uplift us and
Who, humiliating us His children, recalls, purifies, relieves,
leads His children to the Light of Truth and Justice of heart.
Supported by this knowledge, We do not doubt that everyone
will find his solace in the God of Mercy; end this compassionate
Father, Who consoles even while permitting sorrows, will even today
make His afflicted children feel His soothing Hand so that no one
will fall or falter but everyone will find the loftier ways of Christ-
1an strength.
With this hope, which in Our heart is a certainty- so great is
Our esteem for the Neapolitan people- do we offer today to the Heavenly
Comforter for your intentions- as We did yesterday for your brothers'
intentions and those of Our beloved children- the most earnest prayer
that soon the dawn of a just, and happy peace will follow these sad
nights of mourning.
And 80, may the Almighty God, through the intercession of
the Immaculate Virgin and of your glorious Patron Saint who is al-
ways so close to you, hear Our pleas; and may you, Beloved Son, and all
your flock, especially the ones most sadly afflicted, have as a token
of Divine Assistance Our heartfelt Apostolic Blessing.
Vatican City, December 8, 1942.
PIUS PP. XII
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PSF Spellman 4-43 folder
PERSONAL
February 5, 1943.
My dear Ike:-
My very old friend, His Excellency,
Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D., the Arch-
bishop of New York, and, as you know, Chaplain
Bishop of the Army and Navy, is about to leave
for many of our various fronts. I much hope
that when no comes to your area you will have
a chance to have a good talk with him. Be is
doing a splendid piece of work.
With my warm regards,
Always sincerely,
Lt. General Dwight D. Eisenhower,
Commander-in-Chief,
Allied Forces in North Africa.
Superver 2'
PERSONAL
February 5, 1943.
My dear George:-
My very old friend, His Excellency,
Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D., the Arch-
bishop of New York, and, as you know, Chaplain
Bishop of the Army and Navy, is about to leave
for many of our various fronts. I much hope
that when he comes to your area you will have
a chance to have a good talk with him. He is
doing a splendid piece of work.
With my warm regards,
Always sincerely,
Major General George S. Patton, Jr.,
Casablanca,
North Africa.
APPLIMENT 2' TAY3*
PERSONAL
February 5, 1943.
My dear Generalissimo:-
My very old friend, His Excellency,
Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D., the Arch-
bishop of New York and also Chaplain Bishop of
the Army and Navy, is about to leave for many
of our various fronts. I much hope that when he
comes to your area you will have a chance to
have a good talk with him. He is doing a
splendid piece of work.
With my warm regards,
Always sincerely,
Generalissimo Chiang Kai-Shek,
Chungking,
China.
ROPLINTA ⑇ rars.
PERSONAL
February 5, 1943.
Dear Bill:-
My very old friend, His Excellency,
Most Rev. Francis J. Spellman, D.D., the Arch-
bishop of New York, and, as you know, Chaplain
Bishop of the Army and Navy, is about to leave
for many of our various fronts. I much hope
that when he comes to your area you will have
a chance to have a good talk with him. He is
doing'a splendid piece of work.
With my warm regards,
Always sincerely,
Honorable William Phillips,
Personal Representative of the President of the U.S.,
New Delhi,
India.
fill mal THE WHITE HOUSE
PSF Spellmanfolder 4.43
WASHINGTON
February 7, 1943.
MEMORANDUM FOR
THE SECRETARY OF STATE
Archbishop Spellman is about to
leave by plane for Lisbon to inspect
our troops in North Africa and to go
on to the Near East and India and
China. He 15, as you know, the Chaplain
Bishop of the Army and Navy. He got
word from the Vatioan that the Pope
hopes he will come to Rome from Lisbon
and Madrid. I also hope he can do this
if it can be arranged.
I suggest an immediate telegram
to Hayes to see whether this can be
worked out through the Papal Nuncio in
Madrid. I take it it means crossing
German occupied France and also Italy.
After Myron Tyalor's visit 18 was int
timated the Italians would never allow
it again but in view of the fact that
this is wholly a church matter they
wight do so.
Will you wire Hayes to tell him
that Spellman will see him very shortly
in Madrid and to do what he can. Isn't
this the best approach
7. D. R.
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
file
THE SECRETARY
Personsl
April 3, 1943
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
Read with much interest and
returned with thanks.
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AIR MAIL
PSF
Seville, Spain, March 4, 1943.
Personal
The President,
The White House,
Washington, D.C.
My dear Mr. President:
It is just a month ago today that I had my very
pleasant visit with you and said good-bye. I renew
the expression of my heartfelt thanks to you for per-
mitting me to make this trip which, in more than three
weeks since I left New York, has been extremely inter-
esting.
First of all I tell you of my prayerful gratitude
to God for your complete recovery from the influenza
attack, which worried me. It is the best news possible
to hear that you are completely well again.
I remained only 24 hours in Lisbon, and Mr. Fish
and the members of his staff were exceedingly kind. I
hurried on to Spain as I was desirous to get to the
Vatican as soon as possible. Ambassador Hayes took me
to his home and being with him and Mrs. Hayes was a
delight. Because of lack of airplane connections I
remained five days in Madrid, during which I net a
great many people. It was a pleasure to hear from
everyone of the esteem in which Dr. Hayes is held.
Generalissimo Franco invited me to call on him
and I wrote a note which I asked the Ambassador to
forward as I felt the account would be interesting to
you and to Secretary Hull.
I know that I took full advantage of the opportunity
to present America's position in the war and to explain
America's war aims fully and forcefully; and I emphasized
what I had to say with quotations from your own addresses,
especially the one on Lincoln's Birthday, and also with
references to Dr. Hayes' address of January 16th on
"American War Aims".
In the opinion of everyone with whom I talked,
there is a definite decline in the Axis influence in
Spain. In fact the only reason, as far as I can note,
for any pro-Axis feeling, is the fear of Communism,
which extends all over Europe. In this matter also I
did my best on every occasion to indicate Mr. Stalin's
adherence to the Atlantic Charter and other subsequent
statements by himself and other leaders in Allied
countries. I referred to statements attributed to Mr.
Stalin that Russia does not wish to possess any non-
Russian territory or to impose its form of government
on
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on any nation. Certainly if people could be made to
believe that this will be a fact, it would be a tre-
mendous help to the Allied cause. There are, however,
many communists in Spain, France, the Low Countries,
Italy, Germany and other countries, who are not Russians,
but who are hungry and who believe that Communism will
deliver them from all evil.
I had a two day enforced stop at Barcelona due to
airplane difficulties, and arrived in Rome on Saturday,
February 20th. It was an emotional experience to return
there after more than ten years' absence. I was treated
with almost too much courtesy and lodged in the American
College property. The first thing the Holy Father did
was to inquire about you and express gratitude for you
and to you for many, many reasons. He deeply and con-
tinually appreciates Mr. Myron Taylor and for Mr. Taylor
the Pope has the highest esteem and appreciation.
I can truthfully state that despite everything the
Italian Government has done, the Italians do not regard
the Americans as their enemies. The contrary 1s the truth
and I myself received many letters which began "Caro Nemi-
co" (Dear Enemy). The Italians especially appreciate the
fact that the Italian Nationals in America have not been
treated as enemy aliens. They are actually hoping for
America to liberate Italy, a feeling the sincerity of which
is illustrated best by a story told about the people of
Sicily, who say that they are terribly unlucky and un-
fortunate for the following reasons: first of all because
they have been invaded by the Germans, secondly because
their cities have been bombed with resulting great de-
vastation, and now, after all these misfortunes, the
Americans are not going to land in Sicily but in Sardinia!!
The people are suffering tremendously. There is much
hunger and weakness. The bread is black and just like
straw and the prices are definitely and increasingly in-
flationary. A camera costing new 2000 lire is offered se-
cond-hand for 10,000 lire. An individual, for example, is
allowed one egg every two weeks and I quote an official
order appearing in the newspaper of February 27th: "From
today, February 27th, to March 5th, consumers may buy one
egg with coupon No. of the ration card now in use in
Rome, covering the four months from November to February.
The coupons collected by the retailers should be delivered,
together with other coupons, to the Rationing Office at
Via Labicana 121. The price of one egg is Lire 1.80. In
the black market an egg costs eight lire.
The anti-German feeling is very strong and deep.
Stories of wounded officers and men of the few survivors
from the Russian front are heartrending, especially in
those details which describe the action of the Germans in
abandoning wounded Italian soldiers in their retreat.
Ninety-nine percent of the Italians, in my oninion, would,
if they could, make peace tomorrow, and the only obstacles
to peace that I see are Mussolini and the fact that if
peace were obtained, then the Germans would retaliate by
bombing Rome. That is why there 18 such anguish and such
a
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a desire for the Americans to come, and to come quickly.
I do not think that there 18 anyone in Italy who
thinks that Italy can win the war, with the exception of
Mussolini, and the position of Mussolini can be best
described by another story, as follows: Ever since the
war Mussolini has been greeted by the word "Vinceremo"
(We shall conquer), and a Prefect 80 greeted him recently
thinking to flatter him. Mussolini must have been in a
particularly insane mood because he replied "Imbecile:,
abbiamo vinto!! (Fool, we have already won) :.
In conclusion, Mr. President, it has been stated
some months ago that in the war "we are at the end of the
beginning". I make no pretence to have any better in-
formation than the ordinary lay American, but from what
I see and from what I hear, I really feel that we are now
approaching the beginning of the end. I know the terribly
hard, costly and sad road still to go, but under your
leadership and inspiration I am sure that we are well en-
tered upon that road. I have many more interesting things
to tell you and I was really in a quandary whether or not
I was doing right to continue on my way or if I should re-
turn immediately to report to you. But I have decided to
keep to my schedule.
With affectionate regards, I remain,
Devotedly yours,
Francis Jspellmay
P.S.- If you think that these thoughts would be helpful
to Mr. Hull and Mr. Welles, they may read this
letter, but afterwards may I ask that it be
destroyed. I am now in Seville, where Consul and
Mrs. Hamlin and Vice Consul and Mrs. Granata, are
most kind.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
March 20, 1943.
MEMORANDUM FOR THE
SECRETARY OF STATE
AND THE UNDER SECRETARY OF STATE
To read and return for my
files.
F.D.R.
Letter from Francis J. Spellman, Seville, Spain,
3/4/43, to the President, reporting on his trip
to Italy, etc.
PSF Speciman folder 4-43
June 10, 1943.
MEMORANDUM FOR
MR. MORELAND
STATE DEPARTMENT
Will you be good enough to
see that the enclosed message is sent
through the Code Room?
Grace G. Tully
Private Secretary
for Miss Jully
from
B.V.C.
have
the
FOR ARCHBISHOP SPELLMAN:
Your message deeply appreciated by all of us. The answer
to your question is he speaks, reads and writes in Spanish and
has been using that language professionally in the Mexican
divisions of his work
(signed) TOM
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
THE SECRETARY
June 7, 1943
MEMORANDUM FOR MISS TULLY
A copy has not been
furnished Mr. Corcoran
direct.
John Ileon F. Stone
HB
Cairo
This telagram must bE
paraphrased before being
Dated June 5, 1943
communicated to anyone
other than a Governmental
Reo'd 7:12 p.m.
agency. (BR)
/
Secretary of State,
Washington
1013, June 5, 12 p.m.
Department's May 28, 9 -n.m. to Tehran
FOLLOWING FROM ARCHBISHOP SPELLMAN TO THOM.S
CORCORAN
"Haturally deeply interested in welfare and
happiness of our friend and know that you both realize
difficulties. Does hE speak Spanish?"
KIRK.
WSB
American Consulate General,
Nairobi, Colony of Kenya, Africa,
June 30, 1943.
Letter from Archbishop Spellman, visit-
ing Africa in connection with American mili-
tary chapels, for transmission to President
Roosevelt.
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NAIROBI P.O. Box 1031
DELEGATIO APOSTOLICA
June 26.1943
Dear mr President-
Please accept
this little gift not
as an evidence of my
prowess as a marksmay
but as a token of my
grateful thought and
preyerful remembrance
of you at all times
Herotedly
Hyspellman
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WASHINGTON
Sept. 3, 1943.
HOLD
About Sept. 9th Archbishop
Spellman will get in touch with us
a little later and ask for an appoint-
ment with the President for the person
whose name is attached.
Woodley 1773 or at the
Delegates Conference- -
Archbeshop Stritch
Archbishop Momey
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
June 7, 1944.
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT:
I spoke last evening with Arch-
bishop Spellman and he is very anxious
to have a chance to see you before he
makes any arrangements for his trip to
the South Pacific. He would like to
leave about a month from now. Do you
think you could see him next week sometime
and should I make the necessary appoint-
ments for him with the Secretary of War
and the Secretary of the Navy, or Judge
Patterson to work out his plans?
He was, as you can imagine,
delighted over the taking of Rome by the
Allies and sent you his love.
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June F, 1944
Dear Srace,-
I am on my may to
Detroit and since there been
unable to contact you by phone
l wish to report termons,
Ready denies that he made any
such statement. Secondly So
was insited to to home of
to Finnish minister since
he Rad given from time to
time different gifts for to
Children of Frinland as he had
done officially for the children or
other countries, He knew mothing
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State Department again 6
Ministry two Frank
The harriage case will be investigated
promptly and you will get a report
Everyone, Judge Patterson, m. Forestal,
m. Hull were most kind and seemed
pleased the I was taking another
trip. Ide not wish to latter to
last time Re gave my
letters to Generals Eisenhower, Clarl
and Patton and to the Inbasators
and ministers. Perhaps if it is
not too unreasmable, thesesides
might give me letter to Jone of
to others, especially Admiral himity.
But if it is to unusual, and lanow it
is unlesual, lets forget it
Sincerely and grate fully
PSF spellman freder
452 MADISON AVENUE
NEW YORK
July 51 1944,
hlear Erace.-
Thank you so much for
your note. just as everything for
appareatly all set, breceied
and via the Spostolic Melegation
that a Holy Father would like me
to go to Rome - just like be
last time. So I'll be going last.
hards instead of
lardready phoned col. heland
whom Judge Patterson designated
to plan my intirery and le is
.
most bind. lplan to leave M
July 18. na England and if
the President will give me a very
PSF spellman freder
452 MADISON AVENUE
NEW YORK
July 51 1944,
hlear Srace-
Thank you so much for
your note. just as everything for
apparently all set, becaused
and via the Spostolic Melegation
that a Holy Father would like me
to go to Rome - just like to
last time. So I'll be going last.
wards instead of
lardready phoned Col. heland
whom Judge Patterson designated
to plan my intinerary and le is
most bind. lplan to leave M
July 18. nia England and if
the President will give me a very
special letter to General "llse "if
would like to have a not
to France and Several Bradly
So in regard to to letters l
would need I shall leave it to
you. l have still to letter to
Generalisms Chiang Kai Chek and
do not think lneed a fresh one and
lbnow Ambassador Winant and Bob
murphy, Alexander Kirk and Bob
murphy After Italy l hope to
and of course myror Taylor,
continue on to China, India,
Australia and then to to jurisdictions
of solminals . and Holsey,
Perhaps I might be permitted to
make a cruip on "Sara" as
Captain Cassady suggested an the
enclosed memo Incaived from
m. Forestal were wonderful to me
chaplain Sleehy, Judge Patterson and
your cincere friend Fyspellan
U. S.S. SARATOGA
Time
MEMORANDUM
March dlay 1944
From: Commanding Officer. Capt J.H Cassady
In ne: action This Day
To Chapting Therry
Returned, showhs
of you shaned have
recasion to mate to the
please tell him
that, while liming 78 The
Marahatls, I thoroughly
ungaged his writings. I
","
think that be shaned
visit and an what the
armed faces are damy and
here, and I budy retund
a most condial invitotion
for him to make a ermise
in Sara
2006
ISS-A-M.I.N.Y. 12-17-48-2500
ARCHBISHOP'S HOUSE
452 MADISON AVENUE
NEW YORK
22
July 5, 1944
Dear Grace:
I am enclosing herewith a copy of the July
issue of the Cathedral Bulletin which contains
a reference on Page 11.
With kind regards, I remain
Your sincere friend,
Holpelena Archbishop of New York
Miss Grace Tully
The White House
Washington, D. C.
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B. ALTMAN & CO.
The Cathedral Bulletin
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
of
ST. PATRICK'S CATHEDRAL
NEW YORK, N. Y.
Meadorstrook
VOL. XXIV
JULY, 1944
No. 7
& CO.
E.
ALTMAN
SEQUERE DEUM
THE MOST REV. FRANCIS J. SPELLMAN, D.D.
Archbishop of New York
THE MOST REV. J. FRANCIS A. McINTYRE, D.D.
Auxiliary Bishop and Chancellor
THE MOST REV. JOHN F. O'HARA, C.S.C.
Meadowbrook
Military Delegate
RIGHT REV. MSGR. JOSEPH F. FLANNELLY
IT'S A
OF COURSE!
Administrator
RIGHT REV. MSGR. WILLIAM A. SCULLY
ONE OF ALTMAN'S TAILORED CLASSICS
Secretary for Education
RIGHT REV. MSGR. FRANCIS X. SHEA
and it's only at Altman's that you can find Meadowbrook*
Secretary to the Archbishop
fashions. Here we show just one from our town-and-
RIGHT REV. MSGR. JAMES H. GRIFFITHS
country collection: the overplaid wool tweed jacket with
Chancellor of the Military Ordinariate
matching skirt, both in sizes 12 to 20; the jacket, 35.00;
VERY REV. MSGR. WALTER P. KELLENBERG
Vice-Chancellor
the skirt. 16.95.
third floor
REV. ROBERT E. WOODS
REV. THOMAS L. GRAHAM
Fifth Avenue of 34th Street Telephone MU. 9-7000
REV. MICHAEL J. DEACY
REV. GEORGE H. GUILPOYLE
Also of our East Orange and White Plains Shops
REV. THOMAS J. McMAHON
REV. THOMAS A. DONNELLAN
"trademant
National Secretary of the Catholic
Near East Welfare Association
Assistant-Chancellor
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SERVICES
SUNDAYS
ANNA S. BURKE
Just One Block from the Cathedral
Hair and Scalp Specialist for
Low Masses-6, 7, 8, 9, 11:45 and
Ladies and Gentlemen
12:45 o'clock.
Swedlsh Method.
No Washing.
LYONS'
Solemn Mass-10 o'clock.
Over Twenty Years' Practice
at This Address
Solemn Vespers-Every Sunday
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afternoon at 4 o'clock.
At 53rd Street
PLaza 3-2812
50th St. and 6th Ave.
"Send for Booklet"
-one door west
HOLYDAYS
Low Masses-6, 7, 7:30, 8, 8:30,
9, 11, 11:30, 12:15 and 12:55 o'clock.
REgent 4-5404
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Solemn Mass-10 o'clock.
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WEEK DAYS
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New York's own former Secretary of the State
Masses-7, 8, 8:30, 9, 12:15
May we recommend Deviled Crobs
of New York carries on the old tradition of
o'clock.
prepared with our large lump
Maryland Crob Meat which
Jack's, Burns's, Murray's, Shanley's - those
First Friday-6, 7, 7:30, 8, 8:30.
we make up daily.
9, 12:15 o'clock.
glorious rendezvous of yore.
Confessions-Every day, after
each Mass; Saturdays, the eves of
EYE EXAMINATIONS
festivals, and the first Thursday of
Charcoal Broiled Steaks, Chops and Sea Food.
each month, 4 to 10 p. m.
Bringing back memories - when eating was a
MISCELLANEOUS
pleasure, not a habit. Where the old meets the
Baptisms-Sundays after Vespers.
new, where fragrant memories of an era gone,
Other days by appointment.
come back to spend their hour.
Sick Calls-Attended any time of
need. There should be no delay in
Three registered optome-
sending for the priest in case of
trists having years of experi-
serious illness. There is always
ence are at your service, to give
danger in delay. Besides, the visit
you examination and advice.
of the priest is frequently a great
GLASSES at reasonable
help towards cure, because of the
prices.
JACK LYONS' CHOP HOUSE
effect of the Sacraments, and of the
cheer of his presence. For con-
ESTABLISHED 1892
50th Street and 6th Avenue
venience, send sick calls as early in
JOHN J. HOGAN, Inc.
the day as possible.
SIX EAST 34th STREET
SPECIAL LUNCH-The Talk of Radio City
"Marriages-By appointment. No-
NEW YORK
tice should be given three weeks in
Telephone CAledonia 5-6774
advance, to allow time for calling
Louis Merckling & Staff, Optomatrists
of banns.
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SOCIETIES
WORTH
New York's
League of the Sacred Heart. Regu-
SAVING FOR
lar monthly meeting first Friday,
Leading Catholic
8 p. m. Promoters' meeting third
Funeral Home
Sunday at 4 p. m. in the High
School Auditorium. Spiritual Di-
rector: The Reverend Robert E.
"The
Woods.
St. Vincent de Paul Society. Mod-
Abbey"
erator: The Right Reverend Mon-
signor Joseph F. Flannelly.
132 EAST 70th STREET
Holy Name Society for men.
Meets the Monday following the
REgent 4-3500 Established 40 years
first Sunday of each month at 9 p. m.
in the Army and Navy Building, 462
JAMES A. McCABE
Madison Avenue. Spiritual Direc-
tor: The Reverend Michael J. Deacy.
Managing Director
Children of Mary Sodality and
OLNY Roundtable meets twice a
month at Cathedral High School.
Spiritual Director: The Reverend
William F. King.
Distinguished by the
Cathedral Branch of the New
excellence of our per-
York Public Library, 564 Lexington
sonnel, location and
Avenue, corner 50th Street. Here
fine funeral service.
can be obtained all the books that
are flt to read.
Society for the Propagation of the
Funerals from your
Faith. Spiritual Director: Reverend
home, your church or
EMIGRANT
Thomas L. Graham.
our beautiful chapel.
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FRIDAY UNTIL
EXTRA HOURS
Sunday School. Classes for all
children who do not attend Catholic
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schools or high schools are con-
Your inspection
51 Chambers Street
5 East 42nd Street
ducted every Sunday morning at 10
invited
o'clock by the faculty of Cathedral
Regular deposits in a savings bank are the fightingest dollars in the world
High School at 117 East 50th Street.
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Cathedral Calendar for July. 1944
1. Saturday
Feast of the Most Precious Blood.
EVENTS OF THE
MONTH
2. Sunday
FIFTH AFTER PENTECOST.-Visitation
-
of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The Shop
3. Monday
St. Leo 11.
July 23rd-8 A. M., Lady
4. Tuesday
St. Bertha, W.
Chapel- Society of St.
5. Wednesday
St. Anthony Mary Zaccaria.
Vincent de Paul.
6. Thursday
St. Isales, Prophet.
for today's
7, Friday
SS. Cyril and Methodius, Bpp. CC.
8. Saturday
St. Elizabeth of Portugal, Q. W.
9. Sunday
SIXTH AFTER PENTECOST.-St. Veron-
ica, V.
busy women
10. Monday
Seven Holy Brothers and Comp., MM.
11, Tuesday
St. Pius I.
12. Wednesday
St. John Gualbert, Ab.
13. Thursday
St. Anacletus, P. M.
14. Friday
St. Bonaventure, Bp. D.
Bonwit Teller
15. Saturday
St. Henry, K. C.
16. Sunday
SEVENTH AFTER PENTECOST.-Our
Lady of Mount Carmel.
fin Acenue et Didh Street
17. Monday
St. Alexius, C.
18. Tuesday
St. Camillus de Lellis, C.F.
19. Wednesday
St. Vincent de Paul, C. F.
20. Thursday
St. Jerome Emiliani, C. F.
21. Friday
St. Praxedes, V,
22. Saturday
St. Mary Magdalene.
Beautiful Hair!
23. Sunday
EIGHTH AFTER PENTECOST.-St. Apol-
linaris, Bp. M.
Visit an Ogilvie Sisters'
24. Monday
St. Christina, V. M.
salon for a complimentary
25. Tuesday
St. James the Greater, Ap.
hair-beauty analysis! We'll
26. Wednesday
St. Ann, Mother of Blessed Virgin Mary.
27. Thursday
St. Pantaleon, M.
give you a specialist's ad-
28. Friday
SS. Nazarius and Celsus, MM.
vice and show you the
29. Saturday
St. Martha, V.
right way to achieve truly
30. Sunday
NINTH AFTER PENTECOST-SS. Ab-
lovely hair!
don and Sennen, MM.
31. Monday
St. Ignatius Loyola, S.J., C. F.
Ogiloix Sisters
DR. H. B. CAINE, Surgeon Dentist
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Between 60th-61st Streets
Preparations at better drug, department stores
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Salons:
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For Men-50 EAST 42nd STREET
EVENINGS BY APPOINTMENT
NEW YORK CITY
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The Cathedral Rectory
460 MADISON AVENUE, NEW YORK 12, N.Y.
Café
TELEPHONE. PLAZA 3-226
July 1, 1944.
prove ourselves ingrates and un-
Louis
MY DEAR PARISHIONERS:
worthy of another favor from
Since we last wrote to you, two
Heaven if we neglect to thank
major historical events occurred.
God, every day that we live, for
Rome was rescued from the domi-
this great blessing.
nation of the Nazi and "D" Day
"D" DAY
came.
was anxiously awaited, deservedly
ROME,
NEW YORK'S SMART
dreaded and yet, whole-heartedly
FRENCH RESTAURANT
scarcely scathed, delivered again
welcomed by us and our Allies.
to its rightful owners, with its
Would that it had never been
priceless treasures, is, as our
necessary. But since unwanted
There is no compliment more charming
Archbishop said, a lasting trib-
circumstances demanded it, we
ute to the military ingenuity of
than an invitation to Louis XIV
hope that the sun of "D" Day
General Clark's army and the
will peacefully set upon a better
where dining is ever a completely satis-
armies of our Allies. And it is
world, a healthier civilization and
fying experience.
also an indisputable proof of the
a more Christlike Society of Na-
power of prayer. Joining with
tions.
Luncheon prix fixe $1.50. Pre-theatre
us Catholics were millions in
We must not forget that "D"
dinner (from 6 p. m.) from $2.00. Also
other Religions, throughout the
Day began but did not end on
a la carte. William Adler and his Violin.
world, who asked the God of
June 6th. It will not end until
Phone CIrcle 6-5800 for reservations.
Abraham, Moses, Peter and Paul
our arms have won the Victory,
to save the Eternal City from the
and the God-loving, God-fearing
destructive hand of the pagan
nations have established Peace
JACQUES BONAUDI, Manager
usurper. Particularly did we
with Justice. That is the goal
pray that the person of our Holy
for which our warriors are fight-
Father, the protector of all de-
ing and dying. We would be un-
15 West 49th Street
fenseless people, would be pro-
faithful to them if we did not
tected; that the Vicar of Christ
work and pray for the same. We
ROCKEFELLER CENTER
on earth would not be defiled by
will be traitors, unworthy of the
un-Christian hands; that the cor-
life of free men, if we do only
nerstone of Society would not be
our BIT. We must do our BEST.
crushed. Our prayer was an-
It was reassuring to know that
swered, even beyond our most
millions of Americans and Allies,
sanguine expectations. We will
Jews, Catholics and Protestants,
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rushed to prayer as soon as the
We beg Thee to have pity on all
Invasion had been announced.
who suffer, on all who are weak,
STOP AT THE SIGN OF THE
About 75,000 prayed in the Cathe-
on all who are tempted to despair.
dral, alone. It was inspiring to
Faith is the master of fear.
WHITE TURKEY
read on the first page of every
Faith is also the mother of free-
newspaper in the country the
dom. And in this fateful hour,
Traditionally fine cuisine served in
prayer offered by our President.
we plead with Thee, 0 God, to be
Until "D" Day has come to a per-
our solace, our strength and our
distinctive Early American atmosphere.
fect ending, don't stop praying.
Divine support. We pray that
Cocktails. Open Sunday.
Pray where you will. The best
the lamp of our faith may light
place is God's house. Pray when
the Road to Victory and guide
Madison Avenue at 37th Street
you will. The best time is dur-
peoples of the world to freedom
1 University Place at Washington Square
ing the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
and peace.
But do pray every day. Our boys
God bless America with faith
"over there" do not take a "day
to preserve her freedom. God
off." Pray the prayer you find
bless her fighting men in this
United States Patents and Trademarks
most efficacious. The following
critical hour of our nation's life.
GEORGE A. SENIOR
prayer was offered in the Cathe-
God strengthen our valiant wives,
dral on June 6th. It was com-
mothers and fathers. God guard
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60 EAST 42nd STREET
NEW YORK
posed by Archbishop Spellman:
our children and preserve to them
Telephone MUrray Hill 2-2288
God of wisdom, comfort and
the fruits of faith in freedom.
strength, we come to Thee with
"IN God WE TRUST"
humble, contrite and suppliant
hearts. On the battleflelds of the
"D" Day proved that America
world, our America fights for
still trusts in God. Otherwise,
faith and freedom. Like bril-
why did we pray? "D" Day gave
liantly burning lights our ideals
the lie to the false prophets, blind
march with our armed forces.
leaders and hireling shepherds
Our soldiers do not pray and
who, for the past generation,
fight for a selfish, cruel victory.
have been trying to lead Ameri-
MARTINJ.KENNEDY FOR Insurance
They struggle, suffer and die for
cans away from Americanism.
a victory that is lasting peace,
Most of these traitors are edu-
We suffer with them; and we
cators (God save the mark).
pray that justice may give to
They have attempted to deceive
them strength and courage. In
us into believing that the Ameri-
ESTABLISHED 1916
our loneliness, sorrow and pain,
can of the Twentieth Century
we beg Thee, Almighty God, to
must discard the Americanism of
have mercy on those whom life
Washington and Jefferson, Lin-
NEW YORK CENTRAL BUILDING
and death have separated from
coln and Coolidge, who believed
their loved ones. We beg Thee
in God, trusted in God and were
to help those who now have fear.
sustained by God through holy
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religion. In its stead they have
The men and women of our
offered a pagan system, if it could
be called a system, which placed
Armed Forces practice religion.
Have they sub-average, childish
A complete assortment of
its store only in the material
minds?
things. They have declared that
Summer
dogma and creed were opiates,
Marshall, MacArthur, Nimitz,
Eisenhower, Halsey, Alexander,
Fabrics-for Sport Coats and
compounded by medieval minds,
to render men unconscious of
King, Clark, Montgomery and
Sport Trousers.
their proper place in this world.
Cunningham - have they sub-
Also delightfully cool Tropical
Dedicated
average, childish minds?
They have ridiculed eternal,
Worsteds. Made to order from
The President of the United
$115.00.
to Friendliness
unchanging principles before ado-
lescent minds, and have advo-
States practices religion and
Ready to Wear
prays publicly. Is his mind be-
and Service
cated license in whatever ap-
low that of the average child?
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pealed to the senses. They have
We think that the Regents of
substituted expediency for legal-
THE
the State of New York were re-
ity.
SHOTLAND
AND
miss when they hired Dr. Stod-
WALDORF-ASTORIA
RELIGION, A MYTH?
dard. His book condemns the
SHOTLAND
INC.
Park Avenue 49th to 50th New York
Most unfortunately, our own
author. His attempt at explana-
Three blocks from St. Patrick's Calbedral
tion is, to say the least, very
Men's Tailors
State of New York now has one
such "educator" occupying the
weak. Apologies from him would
574 Fifth Avenue
New York
very important post of Superin-
be utterly worthless. The man
tendent of Education. His name
has at least one idea, and that a
COLUMBIAN
is Dr. George D. Stoddard. In
most fundamental one, that is
When ill consult your physician
Summer High School
his book, The Meaning of Intel-
diametrically opposed to real
for
189 East 76th Street, New York
ligence, published this year, he
Americanism. He would poison
(Between Lexington and Third Avenues)
BUtterfield 8-4455
dares to tell us Americans that
the mind of every Jewish, Catho-
prescriptions
religion is, as Mr. George Sokol-
lic and Protestant child that
calvin berger
Make-up courses in all High School
Subjects. ADVANCE Courses
sky expressed it, "The Bunk."
would be confided to his care by
chemists and apothecaries
for those eligible.
$15.00 a Subject
their trusting parents. He would
Sixth Avenue at 59th Street
Dr. Stoddard says that "through-
out the world of religion, a ma-
teach them that Religion is only
COlumbus 5-7295
Day or Evening Classes
Write for Booklet "M"
Rapid pick-up and delivery service
ture intellect is expected to em-
a myth.
REGENTS EXAMS
brace concepts and relationships
The Greeks condemned Socra-
AUGUST 23rd
DR. H. E. MANTEL, Principal
abhorrent to the inquiring mind
tes to death because they said
of an average child."
he corrupted the youth. As a
ALgonquin 4-1793
Classes start July 5th-
Day Session 9-1
We wonder what Dr. Stoddard
matter of fact he didn't and the
Evening Session, 7-9:40
Greeks were wrong in their find-
CHARLES T. HENRY
CO-EDUCATIONAL
thought of the countless demon-
A CATHOLIC
strations of religion on "D" Day.
ings, but that is how seriously
SUMMER HIGH SCHOOL
LIGHTING
Were they the babble and chat-
they viewed the corruption of
Approved by
The Catholic School Board, N. Y. C.
ter of children? We have never
adolescent minds.
State Board of Regents
Board of Education, N. Y. C.
seen men and women more seri-
Sorry to say, there are hun-
114-116 EAST 13th STREET
ous.
dreds of "Stoddards" teaching in
NEW YORK
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the schools, high schools, col-
New York 21. N. Y., will start
Tel. PLase 8-0681
leges and universities of our
classes July 5th.
FAMOUS FOR POPOVERS
PARC VENDOME
Land. All are agents of destruc-
This Co-educational Summer
tion to real Americanism. How
Grocery and Delicatessen
High School is registered by the
RESTAURANT
Frosted Food
long will they abuse our patience?
New York State Board of Regents
Fruits and Vegetobles
When will our patience be ex-
and approved by the Board of
Drury Lane
Cigars and Cigarettes
hausted? Millions of real Ameri-
PROMPT SERVICE
Education of New York City and
Bast 49 PARK MADISON AVE
Regional American Dishes
can young men are risking their
623 LEXINGTON AVENUE
by the Catholic School Board.
An Excellent Bar
(Between 53rd and 54th Streets)
lives on the battlefields and
Archdiocese of New York.
oceans to rid Europe and Asia of
It is planned to meet the needs
the plague of materialism. And
of:
SUNDAY BRUNCH NOON UNTIL 4
when they come back home are
Repeating pupils who desire to
they and their children expected
make up deficiencies in certain
to embrace, or at least close their
subjects. Advance pupils who
Phone CAledonia 5-3607
eyes to, the same evil here? Our
wish to advance one term in regu-
ESTABLISHED 1879
boys are not fighting for Europe
lar school work.
CHAS. HOENNINGER, Inc.
or Asia. They are fighting to
Special students who desire to
JEWELERS
stamp out that pest lest it might
519 Third Avenue, New York
pass Regents or other examina-
Near 35th Street
spread here. Therefore, while
tions.
RELIABLE REPAIRING AND
REMOUNTING
they are away fighting for us, we
College Entrance-Those stu-
Estimates and Designs Purnished
have a bounden duty to keep this
dents who wish to make up work
The Store with a Reputation
Nation American for them. To do
You Can Buy Here with Confidence
for admission to college.
this, it is of primary importance
Regents examinations will be
to keep our educational system
given at this school on August
American. The school is the
23rd. Standings earned in exam-
That great electrical genius, Stein-
fountain head. If it is polluted.
metz, the wizard of Breslau, once
inations given in August may be
said that the most important ad-
the streams running down every
applied toward a Regents aca-
vances in human knowledge during
avenue of life will all be poisoned.
demic or College Entrance di-
the next half century would be in the
It remains for those who support
ploma. City wide examinations
realm of the spiritual. Steinmetz be-
our institutions of learning to de-
in non-Regents subjects will be
lieved that the tame intelligence
MEMORIALSby
mand that they be purged of un-
which had produced marvelous ma-
given on August 22nd. The pass-
chines would be directed to produce
American teachers. The bene-
ing mark is 65 per cent for ad-
marvelous men men who would
PRESBREY-LELAND
factors, the parents, the public
vance or repeat subjects.
know God better, men who could
officials, and, in the case of state
enunciate the whole law of Divine
schools, the voters must awake
CATHOLIC EDUCATION
681FIFTHAVE-NEWYORK
guidance, men who could live be-
to their patriotic duty of ridding
is foremost in our mind today.
cause they could really pray. If this
EXHIBITS AT WOODIAWN
great dream of Steinmetz is to be-
them of the "Stoddards."
Let me close by reminding par-
come a reality, it must come through
AND KENSICO BRANCHES
ents that they should determine
the medium of deeper, richer, and
SUMMER SCHOOL
at this season of the year to what
more intelligent prayer. How well
ILLVSTRATED BOOKLET
The Columbian Summer High
schools their children will go in
do you pray?-Mildred L King, in
School at 189 East 76th Street,
the Fall. Do not wait until the
"The Torch."
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last minute to make such an im-
INSPIRING SAINTS FOR
FOR AN IDEAL GIFT
portant decision. We remind
you again that God gave your
THE MONTH
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of youth, and may aspire to the
to adore the gods. His arguments
greatest honors and preferments."
and threats were equally in vain,
The holy mother answered, "Your
and the brothers were condemned
pity is really impiety, and the
to be scourged. After being
compassion to which you exhort
whipped, they were remanded to
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lis, and Martialis, were beheaded,
charity. His special love was for
and the same sentence was exe-
the deserted orphan children
cuted upon the mother.
whom, in the times of the plague
and famine, he found wandering
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in the streets. He took them
ST. JEROME EMILIANI
home, clothed and fed them, and
ST. JEROME EMILIANI was a
taught them the Christian truths.
member of one of the patrician
From Venice he passed to Padua
families of Venice, and, like many
and Verona, and in a few years
Corn Exchange Bank
other Saints, in early life a sol-
had founded orphanages through
dier. He was appointed governor
Northern Italy. Some pious cler-
of a fortress among the moun-
ics and laymen, who had been his
Trust Company
tains of Treviso, and whilst
fellow-workers, fixed their abode
bravely defending his post, was
in one of these establishments,
made prisoner by the enemy. In
and devoted themselves to the
the misery of his dungeon he in-
cause of education. The Saint
TRUST SERVICE
voked the great Mother of God,
drew up for them a rule of life,
and promised, if she would set
and thus was founded the Con-
him free, to lead a new and a bet-
gregation, which still exists, of
ter life. Our Lady appeared,
the Clerks Regular of Somascha.
broke his fetters and led him
St. Jerome died February 8, 1537.
The advantage of a corporate executor
forth through the midst of his
enemies. At Treviso he hung up
JULY 25TH
or trustee is well recognized.
his chains at her altar, dedicated
ST. JAMES, APOSTLE
himself to her service, and on
AMONG the twelve, three were
Permanency and years of experience
reaching his home at Venice de-
voted himself to a life of active
chosen as the familiar compan-
prove most valuable in solving problems
ions of our blessed Lord, and of
these James was one. He alone,
arising in the administration of an estate
Luncheon 11 to 2:30
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the dead maiden was raised to
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The officers of our branches will be glad
to the high mountain apart, and
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the sun, and His garments white
at snow; and these three alone
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impetuous, and outspoken, but
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which needed purifying before
St. Peter, or his disciples, in the
CONQUEST OF FEAR
Mortification.-Mortification is
the "Son of Thunder" could pro-
most perfect maxims of our holy
self denial, and its practice
claim the gospel of peace. It was
faith. Nazarius embraced it with
I
N a recent Catholic Hour broad-
should be something for any and
James who demanded fire from
so much ardor that he copied in
cast, the Rev. John Carter
every day.
heaven to consume the inhospita-
his life all the great virtues he
Smyth, C.S.P., reminded us that
ble Samaritans, and who sought
saw in his teachers; and out of
the Christian faith of a man and
Perfection.- He who would
the place of honor by Christ in
zeal for the salvation of others,
the spiritual resources that it
reach that perfection which
His kingdom. Yet our Lord, in re-
he left Rome, his native city, and
provides are the dynamic forces
should be his, let him think of
buking his presumption, prophe-
preached the Faith in many places
that empower him to hold in sub-
the particular judgment.
sied his faithfulness to death.
with a fervor and disinterested-
jection the fears a dangerous
When St. James was brought be-
ness becoming a disciple of the
world may provoke-fear of oth-
Uprightness.-We are called to
fore King Herod Agrippa, his
apostles. Arriving at Milan, he
ers, fear of himself, fear of suf-
a goodness of soul and shall we
fearless confession of Jesus cru-
was there beheaded for the Faith,
fering and of poverty, fear of
be more or less slaves to imper-
cified so moved the public prose-
together with Celsus, a youth
sickness and of death. "All
fection?
cutor that he declared himself a
whom he carried with him to as-
life," he declared, "is a battle be-
Christian on the spot. Accused
sist him in his travels. These
tween good and evil, and the con-
Confession. Confession is a
and accuser were hurried off to-
martyrs suffered soon after Nero
flict does not end until we are
source of happiness, for being at
gether to execution. and on the
had raised the first persecution.
done with life itself. But it means
peace with God brings a peace to
road the latter begged pardon of
Their bodies were buried sepa-
much to us in power and and en-
self.
the Saint. The apostle had long
rately in a garden without the
durance if we know that we bat-
since forgiven him, but hesitated
city, where they were discovered
tle for truth and righteousness.
for a moment whether publicly
and taken up by St. Ambrose, in
And when we believe these shall
to accept as a brother one still
395. In the tomb of St. Nazarius,
prevail in and through us, in this
unbaptized. God quickly recalled
a vial of the Saint's blood was
world, we can look upon the
to him the Church's faith, that
found as fresh and red as if it
wounds we suffer with patient
Variety
the blood of martyrdom supplies
had been spilt that day. The
endurance. This is the Chris-
for every sacrament, and, falling
THE GREATEST
faithful stained handkerchiefs
tian's faith; this is his armor in
VARIETY OF GOOD
on his companion's neck, he em-
with some drops, and also formed
an evil day. He does not look
FOOD IS FOUND
braced him, with the words,
a certain paste with it, a portion
for an untroubled life. He does
HERE. FOR JADED
APPETITES TRY
"Peace be with thee. Together
of which St. Ambrose sent to St.
not dodge the truth. He expects
CARUSO'S TO-
then they knelt for the sword and
DAY.
Gaudentius, Bishop of Brescia. St.
conflict and suffering. But he re-
together received the crown.
Ambrose conveyed the bodies of
members the assurances of the
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SS. NAZARIUS AND CELSUS,
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MARTYRS
had just built. A woman was
delivered of an evil spirit in their
ST. NAZARIUS'S father was a
presence. St. Ambrose sent some
heathen, and held a considerable
Joy. The daily practice of
of these relics to St. Paulinus of
putting joy into one's way of
post in the Roman army. His
Nola, who received them with
living can be the remedy in the
mother, Perpetua, was a zealous
great respect, as a most valuable
getting rid of depression and
Christian, and was instructed by
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ERY naturally agents for books,
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tion were so worthy, that it was
magazines, periodicals, etc., of
practically impossible to discrimi-
a religious nature canvass among
nate between them. To send them
the people of the Cathedra: district,
all with commendation would be
for the purpose of distributing their
to impose upon you a burden that
97 Years of Service
wares. Frequently, the agents in
would soon become intolerable.
question are reputable, and what
Consequently, until we find some
they offer for sale is well worth the
wiser course to pursue, you will
FOR 97 years the Society of St. Vincent de Paul has been serving
price. Sometimes, however, these
know that anyone who says he has
the poor of New York City. Quietly, constantly, effectively, 75,000
agents say that they have the ap-
such commendation for the articles
proval and the commendation of the
St. Vincent de Paul men have visited and assisted families where pov-
he is selling is not acting in good
Administrator of the Cathedral for
faith, and is, therefore not deserv-
crty, sickness and death have brought distress. Through its Special
the vending of their wares. This
ing of your patronage. This must
Works Committees the members of the Society visit weekly the aged
statement, if made, will not-at least
not mean, of course, that you are
and sick poor in homes and hospitals and the inmates of prisons.
until further notice-be true. Such
not at perfect liberty to use your
commendation was given two or
own judgment with regard to the
SINCE the founding of the St. Vincent de Paul Convalescent Home
three times to very desirable ob-
value of any articles presented to
jects. But the number who applied
and Summer Camp in 1899, the Society has been privileged to provide
you, provided no false commenda-
for it immedately thereafter was
convalescent care for 30,560 women and a two weeks vacation in the
tion be urged as a reason for your
very great, and the articles in ques-
procuring it.
country for 77,672 children.
LOST AND FOUND
ALL this has been possible because of the generosity of our bene-
1. FOUND articles should be
But we must look facts in the
factors.
handed at once to the Verger, at
face. Our own people are abso-
his desk, near the bookrack.
lutely, and in every respect, trust-
THE need is just as pressing today as ever. To continue this worthy
2. Lost articles may be ob-
worthy. But a church like the
work we again appeal to you for support.
tained by application to the Ver-
Cathedral is likely at any time
ger at the same place.
to be infested by thieves who
SEND your contribution to-
3. Please do not leave furs,
hope for booty through the sim-
reticules, umbrellas, purses, etc.,
ple confidence of the people. We
in the pews, unless in custody of
do everything in our power to
someone whom you know.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
prevent this, but we can eradicate
This may seem a strange warn-
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THE JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF
WASHINGTON
13 July 1944
MEMORANDUM FOR ADMIRAL LEAHY:
The enclosed memorandum for
the President in connection with Arch-
bishop Spellman's remarks on the military
control of Rome has been prepared by the
Joint Strategic Survey Committee.
It is forwarded in response
to your request of 11 July.
Wirland
McFARLAND
To miss Tully
WSL.
DRAFT
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
In connection with Archbishop Spellman's remarks on the
use of Rome and its facilities by the Allied forces in Italy,
the situation presently is as follows:
General Wilson has laid down a policy that Allied troops
stationed in Rome will be kept strictly to & minimum number although
he does plan to set up rest camps near Rome and to use the facili-
ties of the city for relaxation purposes. This plan isalready in
operation to some extent and troops are brought into the city in
the morning in trucks and returned to camps outside the city in the
evening. It 1s the feeling of the Joint Chiefs of Staff that this
is an excellent idea and that those allied soldiers who have fought
to liberate Rome should be given an opportunity of visiting the
wonders of the city of which they have read and heard.
So far as is known here, the only important military installa-
tion which it is intended to establish in Rome 1s the administrative
echelon of General Alexander's headquarters for the Allied Armies in
Italy. This decision was reached because of the excellent communi-
cations facilities available in the Air Ministry building which
enabled the headquarters to move out of Caserta and begin functioning
in the new location without the delay attendant upon setting up a com-
plete signal installation. The tactical echelon of these headquarters
is established north of Rome and it is intended that the administrative
echelon will be moved to the north as the fighting shifts further in
that direction. Thus the use of the Air Ministry facilities in Rome
may be regarded as temporary in nature.
If you desire to comment on His Excellency's remarks, he might
be assured that the Theater Commander has stated his firm intention
of holding Allied military installations in Rome to the minimum, con-
sistent with expeditiously and efficiently getting on with the war and
that Allied soldiers permitted to visit Rome are quartered outside the
city in rest camps established for that purpose.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
July 11, 1944.
MEMORANDUM FOR
ADMIRAL LEAHY:
FOR PREPARATION OF A MEMO-
RANDUM ON THIS.
F.D.R.
(3243)
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spellman fredu 4-44
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
July 11, 1944.
MEMORANDUM FOR
ADMIRAL LEAHY:
FOR PREPARATION OF A MEMO-
RANDUM ON THIS.
F.D.R.
Memorandum for the President from Miss Tully,
7/10/44, in re her talk with Archbishop Spellman
in re desire of the Pope to have the Archbishop
come to Rome to discuss, among other things,
the military control of Rome. Mants to know 0
if the President has any comment to make on this
situation which the Archbishop could x convey
to His Holiness.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
July 10, 1944.
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT:
I spoke with Archbishop Spellman
today and he has a feeling that His
Holiness wants him to come to Rome to
discuss, among other things, the military
control of Rome. The Archbishop thinks
His Holiness feels that as the latter
used all the arguments we gave him to the
Germans in order to have them move out
and declare Rome an open city, that it
would be very helpful if we could take
our military installations out of Rome
and just leave the civil affairs govern-
ment people to carry on.
Of course, the Archbishop says he
realizes some troops would have to re-
main there to keep law and order and
soldiers could take their furloughs in
Rome, but he feels the bulk of the Army
perhaps could be moved out of Rome.
The military authorities there, I believe,
have assured the Holy Father they could
take care of any German planes coming
over, but the Archbishop says it 1s just
the principle of the thing that is 1m-
portant.
Have you any comment to make on
this situation which His Excellency could
convey to His Holiness?
GGT
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fill mal sent Spellinm
DRAFT
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
In connection with Archbishop Spellman's remarks on the use of Rome
and its facilities by the Allied forces in Italy, the situation presently
is as follows:
General Wilson has laid down a policy that Allied troops stationed in
Rome will be kept strictly to a minimum number although he does plan to set
up rest camps near Rome and to use the facilities of the city for relaxation
purposes. This plan is already in operation to some extent and troops are
brought into the city in the morning in trucks and returned to camps outside
the city in the evening. It is the feeling of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
that this is an excellent idea and that those allied soldiers who have fought
to liberate Rome should be given an opportunity of visiting the wonders of
the city of which they have read and heard.
So far as is known here, the only important military installation which
it is intended to establish in Rome is the administrative echelon of General
Alexander's headquarters for the Allied Armies in Italy. This decision was
reached because of the excellent communications facilities available in the
Air Ministry building which enabled the headquarters to move out of Caserta
and begin functioning in the new location without the delay attendant upon
setting up a complete signal installation. The tactical echelon of these
headquarters is established north of Rome and it is intended that the admin-
istrative schelon will be moved to the north as the fighting shifts further
in that direction. Thus the use of the Air Ministry facilities in Rome may
be regarded as temporary in nature.
If you desire to comment on His Excellency's remarks, he might be as-
sured that the Theater Commander has stated his firm intention of holding
Allied military installations in Rome to the minimum, consistent with expe-
ditiously and efficiently getting on with the war and that Allied soldiers
permitted to visit Rome are quartered outside the city in rest camps estab-
lished for that purpose.
1
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
September 27, 1944
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT.
Don't you think it would be
a good idea if you could ask
Archbishop Spellman to come down
to have lunch with you.
I understand that he is abroad,
but of course he could be asked to
come baok earlier than originally
intended. My idea would be that
after lunch he might make some
statement which would be very help-
ful in New York City.
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S. I. R.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
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October 10, 1944
MEMORANDUM FOR:
THE PRESIDENT
I understand that Archbishop Spellman is on
his way back to this country. I think it
would be advisable if, on his return, he had
an "on the record" visit with you. I also
think it might be advisable to have a picture
of you and the Archbishop together.
I feel that just his presence in Washington
and his picture with you would alleviate some-
what the situation that now exists in New York
State.
J. JAMES N. BARNES
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 18, 1944.
MEMORANDUM FOR
H.L.H.
His Excellency asks me to send you
the following:
"One ton of fertilizer now would
save seven tons of shipping supplies for
food later on. More than half million tons
of fertilizer are available in Tunisia.
If the Allied Governments would allocate
10 LST ships now in ports of the Medi-
terranean --- not being used -- they could
bring fertilizer from Africa, coal from
Sardinia and foodstuff from the coastal
ports of liberated Italy."
G.G.T.
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Spellmen
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I have just returned from Europe where I visited our soldiers who
are fighting and not brutally to kill and to enslave, but to achieve that
men may live once more as men and not as wolves; for America fights not
for earthly gain but for the liberty of men and of nations. The goal for
which we fight is something beyond the defeating of an enemy, it is for
peace both among men and among nations. In our own United States there is
a feeling of human brotherhood which exerts an influence in civil life
and in daily habits. This spirit is the support of our whole political
structure and the cohesive force of its integrity and endurance.
I have come back from Europe where I have seen and known many of our
soldiers. They are strong, serene and brave. They longed for news from
home and they longed that news of them be given to their mothers, wives
and children. Never more than in these circumstances when I am with
soldiers do I feel myself to be a minister of God and servant of men.
Never more am I inspired to be a follower of Christ and a brother to my
fellow man than in these missions of peace in the midst of war, On these
journies which in some way, be it ever 80 small, link America with her sons
at war in distant lands. P/Nev Never in modern time have we Americans experienced
what the actual presence of war means to a country and God grant that never
again shall we have these experiences.
We have had our losses and they have been great and grievous, irretrievable
losses of the flower of our youth. But by their sacrifices and the sacrifices
of those who loved them our country and our homes have been preserved and are
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in
fact.
all the more deeply are we moved to be grateful to Almighty
God and to those of our sons and brothers who have offered the supreme
sacrifices of life and sacrifices of health and limbs that never shall
America bear in her own body the awful scourge of war's destruction. But
what has happened in other countries that have been visited with war's
savage brutality should make us deeply conscious of what might have been
our own plight if we were not victorious in war. This war has sowed more
destruction than was ever caused in Europe's barbarian invasions of the
Dark Ages. For in a few months the heritage of centuries has been destroyed,
a heritage not alone in material achievement but a heritage in moral values.
Every nation, great and small, has its greatness and its glory. Every nation
has its role in history and its destiny and the phrase "peace-loving nations",
great and small, has become almost a sanctified expression and a beacon of
hope to all peoples that have been grounded under the chariot of war.
Every nation has been mother and father to America: for America is
the whole world in less space, with men and women of all nations numbered
among her sons.
At this time I wish to speak of conditions in Italy. I need not recall
that millions of Italians form a part of our people and that they are today
true Americans, even though they came over to this country on the Lusitania
or the Roma and not on the Mayflower. However, allow me to recognize their
patriotism in this hour which is so tragic for Italy, that is, at a time
when Italy's imprudent and impudent rulers involved their country in a
war against America and instigated their men to a provocation that was both
foolish and wicked. We who are blessed with freedom will never be able to
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realize the national tragedy of the Italians who were obliged to accept a
war which they detested. The Italians were wedged between a force that
compelled them to fight and a longing that urged them to join us. They
found themselves in the distressing position of having to wish for Italy's
defeat in a war they did not wish to fight. Now the Americans of Italian
origin and descent did not hesitate to take up arms against their own
brothers and their cities.
The terrible consequences of Italy's irresponsible act is now apparent
in all its gravity. Mountain caves have become hiding places for those
who flee, roads have been torn up and mined, the drainage systems of swamp
lands destroyed with a consequent return of malaria. Every energy that is
necessary to life is lacking. Not a single railroad remains in order, not
a train or means for travel or transport is functioning except for military
uses. Flocks have been stolen and massacred, and men like herds of cattle,
have been deported and families have been torn apart forever. This is the
Italy of today. Entire cities and towns have been reduced to rubble and
ashes; churches and famous monuments are in ruins, whole regions have been
mined, factories have been destroyed or sacked of every machine. There
is a scarcity of the most indispensable objects, a lack of medicines and
above all an extreme lack of food.
Italy belongs to Italians but it also belongs to the whole civilized
world; and if today America is in the first ranks in the struggle for
civilization, we Americans must feel that Italy is ours, because it belongs
to civilization. If Italy be abandoned to destruction, a part and a great
part of all that renders beautiful the history of mankind, will go into
decay. Can we permit it, can we be indifferent?
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I do not believe that America will permit, nor even for her own interest
should permit, Italy to become a land of beggars, a land of starving and
desperate people or a land of slaves.
If in driving the wolves from their hiding places we were obliged to
damage homes and churches, we must show the world that we wished to destroy
the wolves and not the flock, and that it was not without sorrow that we
destroyed entire cities and towns. We must show that we are not heartless
destroyers but intrepid liberators.
Those who have seen Italy lying in ruins and blood from south to north,
those who have seen its overturned cities, its crumbled glorious monuments,
its homeless, shelterless. starving, sick and dying people, can forget the
picture or remembering it remain heart hardened or dry-eyed.
Let me now become specific and factual and let instances form for you
the picture of Italy today, and let you imagine the Italy of tomorrow unless
We implement our words and promises with acts.
a
BRIEF DIGEST
of the
ECONOMIC SITUATION IN ITALY
OCTOBER 1944
The various Allied Missions which have come to Italy since the
invasion to diagnose and treat the social and economic dislocations of a
conquered nation have had a surplus of technical advice but a scarcity of
constructive action. In more than a year of occupation the Allied Govern-
ments' blue-prints for helping to rebuild the initiative and independence
of a battered and broken nation are still in the talking and testing stage
but the words are beginning to lose their meaning for the Italian people.
Italy as a proving-ground of Allied techniques of liberation has
become a land of the hungry and the hopeless. The lack of an over-all policy,
the failure to phase and implement a clear-cut program to bind Italy's economic
and social wounds has produced a cleavage between the Allied liberators and
the Italian people that widens daily. The Allied Control Commission appears to
have succumbed to the bureaucratic blight that it came to cure.
Competent and dispassionate observers on the Italian scene appraise
the Allied occupation in terms of Britain's post-hostility plans to dominate
the Mediterraneen. I do not think that a powerful Britain needs a prostrate
Italy to achieve that destiny and allow her traditional aspirations in the
Mediterranean to prevail. Many sincere and forward-looking Italians are
accepting reluctantly the conviction that the muddled policy and meager
performance of Allied Control are deliberate. Millions of Italians on the
bottom are bewildered and bitter about the many unfulfilled promises that in
the early days of occupation encouraged and solidified their support of the
liberators.
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The Italian occupation is not a balanced Anglo-American effort.
In the men who control policy, the weight is British. In the supplies that
flow to the Armies and civilians, the bulk is American. An analysis of the
top-ranking officers in the Mediterranean Theatre Command, whether dealing
with tactical military operations or civilian administration, strengthens
the assumption that Italy is to become a British sphere of influence. An
audit of the military equipment, foodstuffs, medicines, and other supplies
off-loaded in Italy since the invasion are in great measure the product of
America's industrial and agricultural plant but the channels of distribution
are in greater measure under British guidance.
The United States faces a decision of immediate and long-term
consequence in relation to Italy. Three vital considerations are basic to
that far-reaching decision. First, in accepting the humanitarian responsi-
bilities of a world leader will the United States create and implement a
program for alleviating impending starvation and economic prostration of a
vanquished and penitent people in the family of nations. Secondly, will the
United States be satisfied to become a minor partner in the Mediterranean and
sanction the present static and unproductive type of control that appears to
suppress Italian initiative and advance the Imperial reach and weakening
reprisals of Great Britain. Thirdly, in paying lip service to the Atlantic
Charter while abandoning Italy to civil disorders and famine, will the United
States fail to realize that such an action will permit the rise and return of
the totalitarian forces opposed irrevocably to the safeguards that democracy
demands for humanity and the individual.
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The economic devastation in Italy caused by Fascist misrule, German
sabotage, and defeat in the war is almost total. Few people outside of Italy
and even the the Italians themselves can conceive the death-blow that has been
dealt the Italian economy. The wanton scorched-earth tactics of the German
Army have caused one of the greatest tragedies of this war. Deliberate mining
of the power and industrial plants, bombing of bridges and strategic rail-
centers, systematic flooding of vast land reclamation projects, expert demolition
of port facilities and communications, the looting and leveling of homes have
set Italy back half a century.
The reduction in the quantity and quality of the national diet leaves
in its wake widespread malnutrition, disease, and moral degeneration. The in-
vasion of hunger has taken a heavy toll in juvenile delinquency, prostitution
and infant mortality. Information from an official Allied source revealed
recently that thousands of minor girls between the ages of 10 and 12 were being
treated in Naples hospitals for diseases that came from selling their bodies
for bread. The answer to most of Italy's human needs is more food.
Top-priority in Italy's economics requirements goes to transportation.
Most of the Italian main railway lines were electrified. The systematic
demolition of railroad bridges, road beds, and marshalling yards has curtailed
traffic movements drastically. Even in the restoration of key railway lines,
military freight requirements have absorbed practically the entire railway
transport. A half dozen locomotives from North Africa would improve the internal
transport picture immeasurably. At present there is a need for an estimated
5,000 trucks. This will have to be doubled to meet minimum transportation needs
when all of Italy is liberated. Presently there are many hundreds of Italian
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civilian and military trucks now idle which could be used if spare parts and
tires were imported. As military requirements lessen, the civilian truck
needs could be supplied from excess military equipment. Here again there are
many hundreds of military trucks awaiting repairs deadlined in military parking
areas. The efforts of the Allied Control Commission in endeavoring to have the
Theatre Command release certain military vehicles have been partially successful,
and your announcement that 1700 trucks are to be made available is heartening.
Action 1s required immediately, however, if we hope to smash the transportation
bottlenecks and avert penic shortages in certain deficit areas this coming
winter.
Italy in its best years has been a grain-deficit nation. Normally
45 million Italians would require in excess of 8 million tons of wheat a year.
Peak harvest years netted approximately 72 million tons and somewhere between
600,000 to 800,000 tons of wheat had to be imported. Many difficulties have
been encountered in the grain amassing program. Much hoarding has taken place
by farmers who have little confidence in the lire and would rather use their
wheat for barter purposes.
The root economic difficulty in Italy's comeback is "The Poor Earth".
It does not yield enough raw materials and it does not yield sufficient food
crops without considerable stimulation by fertilizers. Pre-war Italy had to
import one million tons of coal per month--almost 100 per cent of her liquid
fuels, and over one-third of her ferrous metals.
The electric situation in liberated Italy 16 desperate. Ninety
per cent of Italy's industrial production depended upon electric power which
was concentrated in the north. The installed capacity of Italy's electric
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power was 5,250,000 kilowatts. Seventy-five per cent of that installed
capacity is above the Pisa-Rimini line. Present reports indicate that it
is undergoing the same ruthless demolition when the Nazis evacuate as in
central and southern Italy. Approximately one million kilowatts below the
Pisa-Rimini line were all but annihilated. Only six per cent of central
Italy's industrial capacity 18 operating. Over 60 per cent of southern Italy's
capacity was put out of action. Emergency power equipment will have to be
imported, but it is just as imperative to expedite the procurement of machinery
for winding armatures and repairing dynamoes. In liberated Italy over 50 per
of the hydro-electric stations were totally destroyed.
The Italian State budget is 82 per cent unbalanced, with an over-all
deficit of 650 billion lire. Deficit financing for 1944 and 1945 will be
required to carry out commitments of the Italian government to the extent of
82 lire out of every 100. The system of domestic revenue and taxation 16
archaic and ineffective. The Italian government might be encouraged to launch
a low-interest, long-term "Reconstruction Loan Drive" for building her way into
the peace. An intensive Peace Loan Campaign similar to our War Bond Drives
could help to refinance the public debt, could blotter up excessive currency,
and gain popular support to initiate public works, repair reads and bridges,
reclaim land for farming, restore homes and buildings, selecting projects have
minimum requirements of critical material and employing a maximum amount of
manpower. This type of "Rebuild Italy" bond could be one of the best stimulants
toward reviving the domestic economy and stemming inflation.
Twenty-two years of Fascist domination and the war years under the
Nazi heel have left the Italian people discouraged, cynical, confused. Their
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total defeat by the Allies and the terms of the Armistice, which though un-
revealed are believed to be far more stringent than those accorded by Russia
to Roumania and Finland, have been responsible in great part for the emergence
of many political federations. Most of them are born of desperation, expousing
impractical alms and generating unhealthy class conflicts. There are six
parties in the government, but it 1s estimated that there are 63 other parties
in liberated Italy and approximately 45 in enemy-occupied Italy. The Italian
press, enjoying its first freedom in many years, has openly flayed the
vacillation and postponements in rehabilitating their country. Prominent
Socialist and Communist leaders have become hypercritical of the Allied
occupation and are developing a militant resistance to Allied controls. The
mounting numbers of adherents to their cause have been further encouraged by
membership subsidies in money and bread. Many reports are current and valid
that large quantities of arms and ammunition are being stolen and sequestered
by Italians, most of them with Communistic leanings, who have the definite
intent of being prepared for internal revolt. Italy cannot escape food riots
and civil strife this winter 1f an 1 mediate program for the importation of
food, clothing, medical supplies, and soap 1s not expedited. The planned
plunder of the Germans may divert much of the harvest in what is now enemy-
occupied Italy. Your announcement of 150,000 tons of wheat scheduled to be
shipped would have to be on the basis of every month if a basic ration of
300 grams is to be sustained for all Italy.
Industrial Italy has been ransacked of useful implements and
machinery. In many areas it is difficult to get enough power to mill the
wheat and the grinding program in the north is now facing extreme difficulties.
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Italy has been forced back into primitive types of handicrafts and agriculture.
These ancient methods of production and distribution mean low productivity and
high costs. Almost 10 million Italian people are concentrated in 25 cities.
These areas are deficit areas which must draw upon the surplus areas for food
which are often at great distances. Today Italy could not survive without the
black market. This illicit trading seeks out the highest bidders not buyers,
encourages hoarding of essential commodities and creates strong inflationary
trends. Price controls and rationing systems have been only partially
effective. Under the pressure of tremendous shortages this winter, these
controls will disintegrate. Wage levels and price structures present a
woeful disparity. The devaluation of the Italian currency has worked the
greatest injustices on the middle and lower classes with fixed incomes. Life-
time savings, insurance annuities, and pensions may represent one-fifth of
their former value on paper but in purchasing power it is far lower. The
worker who made 15 lire at the 20-to-a-dollar rate before the invasion
could not procure as much with ten times that amount today.
Only about 50 per cent of the heating-fuel requirements can be met
for Italy this winter and lack of clothing will further aggravate deaths by
freezing. Medicines are in short supply in many communes. The tubercular
death rate is rising rapidly from malnutrition. Infant mortality has
increased sharply. Too few programs for rebuilding and repairing the homes
of the bombed-out have been started. Thousands are living in the fields,
under bridges, in barns and barracks, and within the shells of devastated
buildings. Two considerations are fundamental to any consideration of the
economic problems which block Itely's recovery. First, under the shattering
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impact of war these skilled technicians of Itely's modern industrial economy
cannot revert to medieval guilds and feudal handicrafts. Second, the production
of goods and services under the handicraft system cannot sustain the population
of Italy as it 1s now grouped. Inflation 1s aggrevated by the constant flow of
money incomes into markets where small and inadequate quantities of handicraft
goods and agricultural products--freighted with high transportation costs--have
replaced the plentiful and cheap products of modern industry and commerce. The
problem of food supply becomes more acute because a substantial segment of the
population is concentrated in industrial centers which constitute important
deficit areas that had been supplied through the operation of a modern, well-
organized exchange system. When that system collapsed in Itely these deficit
food areas became the biggest economic liabilities of the nation.
The Allied occupation of Italy can aggravate or ameliorate the
problems of post-war adjustment. It is setting a pattern for the peace that
can breed good-will or hatred. Artificial restoratives and short-term
rehabilitation cannot be the brief and short-sighted undertaking of the
larger nations who wish to safeguard the peace. The economic rebirth of
Italy cannot be incubated in B. primitive nationalism. Fascism spawned a
false concept of autarchy diverting and grooving productive capacity,
streight-jacketting management and labor, manipulating currency and creating
fake price ceilings. Command and coercion replaced competition. Its sordid
and sudden collapse is tragic and lasting proof that total and unrealistic
national planning leads to international frictions. We cannot afford to
create an ersatz peace. The Have-gotanations will have to share something
more than paper propagenda and surplus foodstuffs with the Have-not nations.
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Italy cannot be amputated from the European and Mediterranean
economy, where Italian exports have been a healthy factor in the economic
life of neighboring countries. Nor can Italy be sliced up internally 8.5
fair loot for international free-booters. If the Italian people are to make
a significant contribution to the reconstruction of their own country and
implement the international program of recovery, the Allied nations must help
to reactivate Italian industry by supplying certain raw materials and machine
tools. Italy cannot face a stealthy invasion of foreign monopoly money or cartel
control to revive her industry and methods of distribution. Italy does not
need to import engineering skills because she has a surplus of highly stratified
technicians to do the job if they have the tools.
Italy can take her place and pay her share among other nations in the
European economy if selective rehabilitations of certain industries are effected
promptly such as soap, leather, textiles, food-processing, paint, glass, and
paper. Italy has the head, heart, and hands to rebuild her economic structure
if given a chance. The immediate necessities for industrial production are
kindred to the long-term program.
One ton of imported coal will make five tons of cement 80 vital in
rebuilding plants--that coal requirement should be accurately assessed and
provided.
One ton of fertilizer will save seven tons of imported foodstuffs.
There are thousands of tons in North Africa that could be shuttled to Italy
if a few of the so-called LST boats now idle in ports of the Mediterranean
could be made available. It is reported that over 50,000 tons of coal are
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stock-piled in Sardinia that could be brought to the mainland by the same
means.
One emergency electric-power generator could help to start many
small industries that make clothes, process foods, or make shoes. You have
indicated in the press that it is planned to send one. This should have an
over-riding priority.
Many small industries, likewise, are stalled, lacking spare parts
and machine tools. Supplying these items 1s the best investment that could
be made in Italy's energetic come-back and the pay-off of her obligations.
Italy knows it must return the hard way but in clearing away the
wreckage strewn by Fascism and the war, the road back should not lead to
economic and political enslavement.
Evidence is not lacking from open declarations and tactical
operations that Marshall Tito, with the approval of Marshall Stalin, will
grab the Istrian peninsula. If we permit now the carving up of Italy, it
sets a precedent for all countries in Europe to slice the sovereignty of
neighboring nations at will. Foreign Secretary Eden's statement that
Italy's colonies are "irrevocably lost" is 8 trend in international power-
politics that can make the Atlantic Charter a scrap of paper. The peace can
be lost before the war is won if such planned expropriations of lands and
resources are not halted. What shall we do if the Tito-Stalin forces get
to Istria first?
The growth of lawlessness, the rise of guerrilla raiding bands in
vacuum areas of political action and policies control, is causing grave concern
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to Allied authorities and all law-respecting Italians. What will happen to
the unpoliced Southern areas of Italy when the ration is cut back due to lack
of wheat imports? How much olive oil will be amassed when the No. 1 commodity--
wheat--in terms of bread--1s reduced to the grower? How fast will the flight
from the lire be when wheat and oil and pulses are hoarded at the grower level?
The co-belligerency status of Italy has created wide-spread confusion
about the treatment of prisoners of war. How much land is going un-tilled because
hundreds of thousands of Italian Prisoners of War have not been released?
The stifling effect of naval regulations on fishing is curtailing a
productive food source. How soon will this stringent regulation release the
fishing fleets?
The greater part of the economic emergence of Italy is predicated on
the liberation of the Industrial North. With the disassembly of Bailey bridges
whole areas are isolated that might provide food and other supplies to the urban-
packed populations in the North. If Italy's Industrial North can be reactivated
promptly in the production of consumer goods, the gap between supply and demand
can be shortened and inflationary onslaughts checked. What will be done about
linking the roads and rails of and to the Industrial North? How soon will
thousands of trucks now deadlined be released for civilian transport through the
importation of spare parts and tires?
Private enterprise will not develop without political security.
Capital, whether foreign or domestic, will not invest without confidence in
the existing government. The central government will rise or fall on the
integrity of its financial program. How soon will a plan be divulged for the
stabilization of Italy's currency?
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The Itelian people and their government are told consistently that
the present activities of the Allied occupation are motivated wholly by
military necessity. When the last shot is fired--then what? Will the
Italian people look backward toward Fascism with more satisfaction than
they look forward to the Four Freedoms?
The answer to these and many other vital questions pleads for a
program of action that will equivocate or compromise with human needs.
If the Allied nations retreat from their responsibility in under-
writing Italy's fight for survival, the break-through of hunger and
unemployment and Communism will mean a sweeping victory for godless government.
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