A Roman Catholic Congress
At an archdiocesan federation congress held in Boston, Jan. 29, 1911, the platform contained among other things the following: 1. A demand for "the independence of the Holy See, which the holy father himself deems necessary for the free exercise of his spiritual world-wide dominion;" 2. Affirmation of freedom in education, and a request that the State "recognize all schools contributing to the formation of good citizenship and deserving of its approval and support;" 3. The demand for the absolute prohibition of divorce by the State; 4. A stricter supervision and censorship of theaters, moving-picture shows, etc., "in the interests of public decency" was demanded; 5. While not "interfering with the legitimate freedom of the press," the elimination of reports of "nauseating details of criminal and divorce trials" was demanded; 6. "We are unalterably opposed to any desecration of the Sunday. It is a day set apart for worship and rest. But, while not opposing legitimate recreation, we deplore any tendency that tends to lower in the mind of the people the proper respect and reverence due to Sunday observance." 7. Sympathy with the laborer in his efforts to better his condition. The above principles are in perfect harmony with National Reform principles, tho the two bodies would divide over controlling and directing centers.