Richard H. Tierney Correspondence (1912-1925)., 01/01/1912-12/31/1925
Series-level Scope and Content Note
This series consists of the papers of Richard H. Tierney, S.J., Editor of America Magazine (1914-1925). Included are correspondence, photographs, personal notes, newsclippings, and miscellany.
Dates
- 01/01/1912-12/31/1925
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Extent
From the Collection: 65.5 Cubic Feet (68 boxes (processed))
From the Collection: 69.65 Cubic Feet (81 boxes (unprocessed))
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Container Summary
This folder consists of correspondence (1912-1925) of Richard H. Tierney, S.J., Editor of America Magazine (1914-1925). Items of interest include: letter (Apr. 22, 1920) has attachments which express concern over the effects of the 18th Amendment [prohibition amendment] upon the Mass [e.g., the use of sacramental wine].
Subjects and Associated Physical Materials
TIERNEY, REV. RICHARD H., S.J.-CORRESP.-(1912-1925): Typescript
EIGHTEENTH AMENDMENT-EFFECTS UPON CATHOLIC MASS: Typescript
PROHIBITION-18TH AMENDMENT-EFFECTS UPON THE MASS: Typescript
Creator
- From the Collection: Jesuits. Maryland Province (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
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