Christians and Jews Honor Chief Chaplains of U.S. Army and Navy

Citations were conferred last night upon Brigadier General William R, Arnold, Chief Chaplain of the United States Army, and Captain Robert DuBois Workman, Chief Chaplain of the United States Navy, at a dinner of Catholic, Protestant and Jewish leaders arranged by former Postmaster General Will H. Hays at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, Brigadier General Arnold received his citation in absentia through Adjutant General James A, Ulio.

The citation conferred upon Brigadier General Arnold by Dr. Everett R. Clincy, president of the National Conference of Christians and Jews, read as follows, “Faithful priest, Chief of Chaplains of the United States Army, has impressively emphasized the importance of religion in a democracy and of adequate service for the spiritual needs of the men in the United States Army, He has kindled in the entire Corps of Chaplains respect for the convictions of citizens of every religious faith in our country.

“The Chaplains Corps has developed morale among the men, based on the discipline of high religion, and promoted cooperation on the part of these of all faiths without compromise on the part of any, This is essential to unity of purpose and action in the armed forces as it is essential to national unity in the nation at large. In recognition of the notable service that Army Chaplains are rendering to the Army and the Nation, the National Conference of Christians and Jews presents to the Chief of Chaplains this citation.”

Captain Workman’s citation read, “In accordance with the high traditions of the United States Navy, Captain Robert DuBois Workman has hold character to be of supreme importance in the training of these serving in the Navy, As a trait of the desired character of every American, the Chief of Chaplains and those serving in the Corps of Naval Chaplains have exemplified and instilled a spirit of mutual respect, understanding and friendly cooperation among the men whom they serve, whether Protestant, Catholic, or Jew, Without surrender of conscientious conviction they have lived and worked together in unity of aim and action.

“On the basis of the brotherly character inculcated by the Chaplains in the armed forces lies the hope for a brotherly world when this war is over. As a mark of appreciation of his fellow citizens of all faiths, the National Conference of Christians and Jews presents to the Chief of Chaplains this citation.”