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Cathedral of St. Peter & Paul, Logan Square, Philadelphia
Color engraving of exterior of Cathedral of Sts. Peter & Paul, Philadelphia, dated 1860, with episcopal residence and seminary on either side. Printed…
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The American Celt
Irish-American newspaper published in Boston, Buffalo, and New York between 1850 and 1855.
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Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
Learn about two major events for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia at the end of the 19th century, the consecration and...
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The Official Sounds of the 41st International Eucharistic Congress
The Official Sounds of the 41st International Eucharistic Congress
Marching Through Europe: Cardinal Dougherty High School Band Philadelphia, U.S.A
Marching Through Europe: Cardinal Dougherty High School Band Philadelphia, U.S.A
St. Charles Seminarians: Tokens of Our Rejoicing: Liturgical Music from St. Charles Seminary
St. Charles Seminarians: Tokens of Our Rejoicing: Liturgical Music from St. Charles Seminary