Old JECF newspaper December 1969 retro Christian press, religious bulletin

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Description

This document is an old religious newspaper or bulletin titled "J.E.C.F. de l’Enseignement Libre," dated December 1969. The publication, folded in half vertically in the photo, features black and white printing on matte paper, typical of associative or parish press from the late 1960s. The header mentions "Neuvième Année" (Ninth Year) and number 52, indicating regular publication for an audience associated with Christian private education.

The visible first page features the title "Sur la Route" (On the Road) in handwritten lettering, followed by text in columns, as well as a black and white religious illustration depicting the Virgin Mary and the Infant Jesus under the protection of an angel, in a classic graphic style. The layout is simple, with wide margins and clear typography, typical of Catholic movement bulletins of the era.

At the bottom of the page, a second article titled "Retour à la Vierge" (Return to the Virgin) spans the entire width. The authors' names are clearly visible: Philibert Joannard and Marie-Geneviève Beausoleil. The paper shows signs of creasing, some brown stains from humidity or aging, and slight discoloration, authentic signs of a period document preserved in its original state.

The entire newspaper is printed recto on a single visible sheet, with no indication of additional pages in the photograph. No modern logos or barcodes are present, confirming the publication's vintage authenticity.

The top section displays the precise date "Décembre 1969," which places this issue in a post-conciliar context, a period when the Catholic youth press experienced significant editorial activity. This newspaper is aimed at members or sympathizers of the J.E.C.F. (Jeunesse Étudiante Chrétienne Féminine - Young Christian Female Students), a Catholic action movement, whose educational and spiritual vocation is reflected in the choice of themes addressed.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The paper shows signs of handling, marked creases, and some visible stains. The print remains legible on the entire visible side of the sheet. Old document, unrestored.

Did you know? The J.E.C.F. (Jeunesse Étudiante Chrétienne Féminine) was founded in France in the 1920s, in the wake of the JEC (Jeunesse Étudiante Chrétienne - Young Christian Students), and played a key role in the religious education of young girls from private education. Its bulletin aimed to disseminate reflective texts, prayers, and news of the movement throughout France.

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