Well over 1,000 persons, including diplomatic, consular, military and naval officials were present at a solemn Mass of Requiem on Feb. 16, celebrated in St.
Joseph's Church "'coram episcope.'
Above are scenes from the im pressive function, showing the officiating clergy and some of the digi taries who attended.. The catafalque is seen inside the Church, in front of the high altar. One view shows Bishop A. Haouisée, S.J., with attendant priests, including the Rev. Fathers Gerey, S.J., Beauce, S.J., Brellinger, SI, and Verdier, SI. At upper left, the French Consul General, M. Baudez is seen arriving. On the right are shown British navat officers about to enter the Cathedral.
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