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Newspaper article which appeared in the Polish language newspaper "Przeglad Tygodniowy", ("The Polish Weekly Review"), published in South Boston, page 3. Using Google Translate, the following approximate translation was derived:

News From…

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Newspaper article dated August 20, 1987, indicates that after 17 years, St. Casimir's parish held its last Polish Picnic. St. Casimir's was a small parish of only about 100 families, and the parishioners were aging. They no longer had enough…

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Newspaper article dated February 10, 1977, describes Archbishop Sheen's third annual visit to St. Casimir's Church. He presided over a Holy Hour service with a procession. The cross-bearer was Roland Rozwadowski. Thurible and incense bearers were…

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Newspaper clippings describing events at St. Casimir's Church, including welcoming Archbishop Sheen.

The article dated May 18, 1978, describes plans for a Fire Department Mass on May 21 at 8:30 to honor deceased brothers in service, as well as to…

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Three accounts of the beginning of St. Casimir's Church.

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Letter to Fr. Bilicky from The Alden Group regarding the acquisition of property adjacent to the St. Casimir's Church, and a petition to change the zoning.

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Newspaper clipping describing the 50-year anniversary of the St. Casimir's Church.

The celebration began with a procession from the rectory to the church lead by James Mertz and the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. Following were altar boys and…

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Newspaper clipping showing pictures of the altar at St. Casimir's Church, describing the decorations for Easter.

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Newspaper clipping describing the preparations for St. Casimir's Church 50-Year Anniversary.

The church building, originally the power station for the street cars in the early 1900s, was acquired by Fr. John S. Dziok in 1928, and through the…

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Fr. Louis S. Bilicky of St. Casimir's Church celebrated a Mass of Thanksgiving on the occasion of his Silver Jubilee (25 years in the priesthood) on May 5, 1974. A reception followed at the Concord State Armory.

Included are:
- Invitation to the…

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Newspaper clipping of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen's visit to St. Casimir's to conduct his third annual Eucharistic Holy Hour on February 10, 1977. His initial visit was delayed due to bad weather. He was assisted by two Auxiliary Bishops of the…

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Petition by Fr. William Maciaszek to Cardinal O'Connell to have a Sodality of Our Lady chapter at the St. Casimir's Church. The petition was signed by Fr. Maciaszek and Cardinal O'Connell, dated December 7, 1940.

Later, the society was known as…

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Metal pin with red and gold satin ribbons. Pin is inscribed Sponsor Saint Casimir's Maynard, Dedication of the Holy Cross, September 21, 1958.

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Napkin and pair of tickets for a party honoring Fr. Bilicky's 40th anniversary in the priesthood. There was a mass of thanksgiving followed by a party on May 21, 1989, at the Concord Elks Hall. The event included a complete two main course dinner…

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Ticket for a party honoring Fr. Bilicky's 15 years at St. Casimir's Church. The party was held June 29, 1985 at the Concord Elks Hall. The event included a complete two main course dinner and dancing. The name Ralph L. Sheridan is handwritten on…

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Polka Mass handout and Polka Mass record album insert of song lyrics.

The first Polka Mass on the East Coast was celebrated by Fr. Louis S. Bilicky of St. Casimir's Church in Maynard, Mass. and The Dick Pillar Orchestra. This Polka Mass was…

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Ticket and envelope for a Dinner-Dance at Monaco's in Wayland, Friday, February 22, 1963. Social hour at 7:00 p.m., Dinner at 8:00 p.m. and Dancing. Sponsored by The Golden Jubilee Committed of St. Casimir's Parish, Maynard. Ticket number 137. …

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Program for the Final Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Casimir's Church November 4, 2001.

Lists the Pastors:
- Fr. Francis Jablonski (1912-1926)
- Fr. John S. Dziok (1926-1939)
- Fr. William F. Maciaszek (1939-1945)
- Fr. Francis S. Miaskiewicz…

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Photo of Fr. Bilicky in his vestments on the occasion of 25 years in the priesthood.

Also, a prayer card for the same occasion.
Text:
1949-1974
Rev. Louis S. Bilicky
O Almighty and merciful God, graciously attend to my humble prayers; and…

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St. Casimir's Church Annual Festival Booklet. Festival was held September 2, 1951. The booklet is filled with advertisements from local businesses and organizations.

The Program of Field Events
Sack Race - For the Youngsters
Three-Legged Race…