Chalices, 1958–1970, undated, bulk: 1926–1968
Scope and Contents
Three feature memorial dedications: Paul Joseph Clauson, William H. Conroy, and Alfred C. Wasilauskas. One dedicated by Richard J. Cushing, Archbishop of Boston.
Dates
- Creation: 1958–1970, undated
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1926–1968
Creator
- From the Collection: Leonard, William J. (1908-2000) (Compiler, Person)
Language of Materials
This collection is mostly in English, with some materials in French, German, Italian, Latin, Lithuanian, Polish, Slovenian, and Spanish.
Access Note
Collection is open for research.
Definition and use
A chalice is a vessel used during Holy Communion. Chalices hold the wine representative of Jesus’s blood, and are made of gold, silver, or sometimes pewter, with a gilt gold interior. Chalices must be consecrated by a bishop before ritual use.
Source:
Thurston, Herbert. "Chalice." In The Catholic Encyclopedia. Robert Appleton Company, 1908. http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03561a.htm.
Full Extent
5 Items
Full Extent
1 Linear Feet (1 container)
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
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