Archbishop Ryan
...chool for boys in the country. At the dedication, Archbishop Ryan made his position on the importance of education clear when he stated, “religious education is intended to make better men and better citizens.”[8] Furthermore, Ryan even made it a rule for new parishes that a school had to be
Philadelphia’s First Bishop
...procathedral on October 28, 1810, more than two years after his official appointment. The newly appointed Bishop Egan soon found himself embroiled in disputes with lay trustees, and swayed by the dominant personality of his fellow priest, Reverend William Harold. Bishop Egan suffered ill health for many years, with symptoms
American Federation of Catholic Societies
...islative committee. These committees would meet to review bills and the propose changes or voice opposition. The national committee campaigned against loosing divorce laws and supported legislation that aided non-public schools.[11] The local county branches of the AFCS would often host lectures and society picnics.[12] However, in Pennsylvania, many counties
Packard, Butler and Partridge Lithograph Collection
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