A tall obelisk with the oblique cross that often Christianizes obelisks in Catholic cemeteries.
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Printy Obelisk, Calvary Cemetery
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Reilly Mausoleum, Calvary Cemetery
It is rare to find a classical mausoleum with explicitly Christian symbols—except in Catholic cemeteries, where it is very much the norm. This fine little Doric temple bears a cross on the top, broadcasting the unambiguous message, “Tasteful but not pagan.”
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Fall Leaves in Calvary Cemetery
A particularly splendid maple tree in Calvary Cemetery.
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A View in Calvary Cemetery
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Calvary Cemetery is huge, and the best thing about it is the hilltop site, which opens up beautiful views in all directions.
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Sposato Monument, Calvary Cemetery
KONICA MINOLTA DIGITAL CAMERA The base is a bit busy for a classical monument, but Father Pitt finds the overall effect pleasing. Emilio B. F. Sposato died at about forty in 1906, and that is probably about the date of this monument.
