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...MONSIGNOR ALBERT E. SMITH...
Next day the Catholic Review, which had rallied Catholics to boycott the Sun and Sun advertisers, reprinted the statement on its front page under the caption: "The Sun Apologizes." In a nearby column it spread an editorial of exactly the same length by Editor-in-Chief Monsignor Albert E. Smith. Excerpts...
...Manhattan. Monsignor Michael J. Lavelle, 77, rector of St. Patrick's Cathedral for 47 years, was appointed vicar general, second in rank in the archdiocese. Long Cardinal Hayes's handyman, Monsignor Lavelle has specialized in Catholic charities and education. In his youth he carried the train of Archbishop John McCloskey at his investiture as first U. S. Cardinal...
Later in the week, with the storm still beating around his ears. Monsignor Belford had a change of heart, telegraphed Father Coughlin: "Regret uncharitable interview. Will broadcast apology today. Extremely sorry." Monsignor Belford on the radio: "I desire to broadcast a very humble and sincere apology to all whom I offended. ... It was uncharitable and I deeply regret it. I am not explaining, extenuating or excusing. . . . No Christian, and certainly no clergyman, should express such uncharitable views...
...Sunday broadcast Father Coughlin stuck by his Smith story, denounced the "Morgan interests," excoriated the "Tory Press," declared the U. S. must choose between "Roosevelt or Ruin." Speaking later of Monsignor Belford's apology he boasted: "John Raskob will be next and Al Smith after...