St. Matthias Parish was dedicated by the Most Rev. James W. Malone, D.D., bishop of Youngstown. The $356,000 church was the third church built by the Slovak Catholics of the Lansingville area since the parish was organized in 1913.
The Rev. Francis Snock, foreground, pastor of St. Matthias Church, discusses a large banner, which was specially designed for the celebration of the church’s 75th jubilee with members of the anniversary committee. In rear, from left, are Len Krispinsky, publicity chairman; Al Pasquale, general chairman; and Edwin Buday. co-chairman.
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