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St. John The Baptist Church Jubilee

Souvenir of the golden jubilee of St John The Baptist Church

The “Souvenir of the Golden Jubilee of St. John The Baptist Church: Beach, North Dakota, 1909-1959” is a commemorative publication marking the 50th anniversary of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Beach, North Dakota. Published in 1959, this work is not just a tribute to the church’s history but also an acknowledgment of the community and individuals who have been pivotal in its development and growth. The book delves into various aspects of the church’s journey from its inception, including its early records, significant milestones like the burning of the mortgage, vocations, sketches of pastors, and the numerous organizations associated with it.

Biographies of Western Nebraska

History of Western Nebraska and its People

A historical overview of western Nebraska and its pioneer settlers, this volume highlights the men who helped build counties across the Nebraska Panhandle, including Cheyenne, Box Butte, Deuel, Garden, Sioux, Kimball, Morrill, Sheridan, Scotts Bluff, Banner, and Dawes. It also points readers to biographies, history volumes, and a gallery of 143 photographs.

Biographical Sketch of Rev. Gerard Heinz O. S. B.,

Rev. Gerard Heinz, O. S. B., has dedicated nearly forty years to the Catholic community in Atchison, Kansas, serving as a student, teacher, director, and pastor. Born on July 11, 1864, in Chicago, he entered St. Benedicts College at age thirteen and was ordained a priest in 1887. He became a teacher and later the director of the college before assuming the pastorate at St. Benedicts Church in 1899, where he has been a spiritual leader for eighteen years.