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for more than four years devastated
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Peace Conference to end a war which
Miscellaneous .
remain but the conclusions of the
will , doubtless , lighten the burden of
International
Strife .
readers of the Cross .
The Lessons .
Hostilities have ceased and there
We cordially
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wish a happy New Year to all the
the New Year is redolent of hope .
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of man : that kingship , a passing breath , is applauded
necessary , and that a very little blood is quite sufficient
the more refined feelings of woman are better fitted
vanity of human wishes ; the insignificance of the power
a mighty nation , of great educational strength , is likely
dom of our Holy Father . Pope Benedict XV. who in his
the shallowness of human intelligence , and that even
A little organisation will make the strength of this new
sequent safety of democracy . The war teaches the un-
to be defeated by its own bunkers as readily as by the
great Conference of 1919 . His efforts during the war
ideal of happy home-life are to be
is well to remember that the lessons taught by the re-
to-day , discarded and forgotten to-morrow . It shows
power of woman so great that their marking of the
naturalness of setting man against man , and the wis-
both people and potentates . The war has ' shown the
ally from one-third to two-fifiths of the total electorate . '
cent conflagration should be , for all time , a guidance to
tion of a lasting peace . It is worthy of the Apostle of
to cement the security of small nations , and the con-
ballot-paper will rule the law-maker . This ought fore-
ceasing . " He rules affectionately over hundreds of
Father in Heaven ! " This sentiment is a sure founda-
nations thus armed are brethren , children of the same
Peace , who , it is to be hoped , will be represented at the
shadow a happy advance in true civilisation , for which
seen that the strength of the women's vote varies , gener-
for the promotion of peace have been impartial and un-
millions of subjects . His voice would put the seal of
congratulated on the new power they
franchise . That this power is very
have acquired by the extension of the
superiority of its enemies . It shows that war is un-
of the various constituencies , from which it will be
first Encyclopedia , says : " Who could realise that the
human affection , so common an adjunct of war , but it
great cannot be doubted by one
taking the brief trouble of glancing through an analysis
genuineness on the Peace Conference .
THE CROSS
The many thousands of Irishwomen striving after an
Woman .
New Power .
The
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never gave up her flag to a foreigner , or the foreigner's
nations have more than one official flag . Nor is there
Moore for president . Change of flags however , has
Acated for three days over that established in '98 with
official purposes . The badge of Ireland's ancient non-
on the green . Indeed , the green flag , if it represented
archy to Republic she adopted the tri-colour for all
changed her flag , " will probably be the reply . France
O'Reilly ; just as Nelson is supposed
any government at all , stood for a Republic : for it
to the original nature of his family
archy was the sunburst on the blue , not the gold harp
word " saint " where it is due , or by calling our churches
name , which is said to have been
should surely revive the question as
not been unknown in other countries . " And even some
Oh , but you have defiled it ! " Well , and supposing
to be but an anglicised version of
another matter . Probably of the two , she would prefer
MacNeil . Whether Ireland is very keen on claiming
the hands of non-Catholic people by dropping the
the cross
first speaker might retort . " And it
changed her form of government from Mon-
change of colour were possible . The
reason for handing it over to him ? " France has
the enemy did defile the old green flag , is that any
either one or the other for even her far distant own is
for any other reason , should Catholic Ireland play into
enemy have the last word , the other might answer -
at least the potato to say nothing of tobacco .
is evaporating in yours ! " To which , not to let his
ing that such a chameleon-like
really justify that name . Neither for brevity sake , nor
representatives : but when France , free France
to mother Sir Walter , from whom she inherits
True three handreth anniversary of Sir Walter Raleigh
It has turned red in your hands . "
the other answers back . " Even grant-
chapels . "
' What has become of the green flag ? " asks one party .
The Irish
Raleigh .
flag .
Reilly ?
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direction of the wind at midnight they say they can
tell what kind of weather the coming seasons will bring
a south wind heat and fertility ; an east wind a good
down the throats of his followers when he kept his
flight of birds on New Year's morning . If there is
ing to an old tradition , those birds always disappeared
if anyone , who sees it on terra firma , alters a war-cry ,
Day it's regarded as a bad men . To hear a blackbird
tain it is that a goodly number of them disappeared
forth . A north wind means cold and stormy weather :
harvest , and a west wind excellent fishing . Certain
auguries are also drawn from the appearance of a
other curious belief in connection with the crane is that
in Ireland wherever there was war in the country . An-
ful now that the world war is over at last ; for , accord-
it will instantly drop dead . There can be no doubt at
sing means a severe spring , as does also the coming of
years ago , and these birds were eaten for the first time
the first person seen be dark , it is supposed to be a lucky
a robin to the doorstep . Listening for " the first foot "
on New Year's morning is not peculiar to Ireland . If
any truth in these let us hope the cranes will be plenty-
memorable Christmas in Dublin , over seven hundred
sunrise on New Year's morning : just as by noting the
in Ireland . Let us hope , therefore , that a similar dish
demons . If its whistle is heard at dawn on New Year's
shores was followed by enough bloodshed to have
driven every crane in the island into exile . And cer-
munication with the fairies , and , in England , with the
in the markets by the rise or fall of lakes and rivers at
may not be laid before the delegates who sit at the table
New year folk-lore .
all events that the coming of Henry the Second to these
on the 1st of January will bring misfortune surely :
omen ; if red-haired , an evil one . To do service work
of the Peace Conference !
but particularly so just now that the " fine " is having
A ticklish occupation for the nasal organ at any time ,
everything its own way !
in some parts of Ireland prognosticate the rise or fall
In Ireland the starling is said to be in direct com-
You're sure to rip them with your nose !
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around , the bright skies above , the sleeping lakes below , a splendid
All were moved by the simplicity of his language the sincerity
addressed the vast congregation which had assembled . It was not
churches of Glendalough , so beautiful even in ruin . With deep
that this unexpected demonstration of their regard , instead of con-
a long discourse , but the very appearance of the servant of God was
Charles visited picturesque and hallowed Glendalough . A band ;
tributing to the happiness of the visitor , added considerably to his
interests of the new church , or on other duties of his mission , the
interest Father Charles listened to the guides as they narrated the
accompanied by a vast concourse , met the holy priest and his com-
traditions of this historic glen . There were memories here to stir
layout hearts . The monastery grew until it became one of the
with which he spoke , and the intensity of feeling with which he
monastery was erected in the sixth century by St. Kevin . The
Thither scholars flocked from all parts ; and high up in the moun-
the surrounding villages and districts , and , presenting an unique
heard Holy Mess , and performed their devotion in the various
his heart . ' In this secluded valley , the wild mountains towering
spectacle , were ranged outside the sacred edifice . No little time ,
Life of Father Charles , G.P.
love of God , and spoke of the happiness found in serving Firm
moment his arrival in any town or locality became known . The
receive the Benediction of St. Kevin , and who , are evil times came ,
Luneliness of the place , its absolute section from the world , the
realised everything he said . He concluded by blessing the knock
quiet sense of repose that reigned there , attracted multitudes of
ing people . Moreover , the sick and infirm had been brought from
Charles there clustered on that day men whose ancestors knelt to
first in Ireland : its schools were renowned all over Europe .
a sermon in itself . In touching words he exerted to an increased
panion at Rathdrum , and as they approached the Seven Churches
the numbers increased . Probably these good people did not imagine
What a fitting scene this was in such a stout . Around Father
Father Charles repaired to the church , and ascending the pulpit
was taken in blessing and addressing consoling words to those
blessing . In 1860 , at the invitation of the late Mr. Jordan . Father
mortification and confusion . ' At the request of the parish priest .
to omit recording a few of the many instances in which the
rant of God . ' Wherever he went through Ireland - whether in the
people , by a wondrous impulse , flocked in crowds to receive his
afflicted people who were so full of faith .
people showed their extraordinary veneration for the ser-
Edited by a PASSIONIST FATHER .
UR biography of Father Charles would be wanting were we
afflicted people who were so full of faith .
Popular' Veneration .
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An unusual scene occurred on the railway platform at Westland
by the mouldering graves . And there is no doubt the meditations
vent of this town . The chapel was unable to contain all who came
to assist at the Holy Sacrifice . Afterwards the holy man visited
plundered , her stores of learning and manuscripts given to the
reflected how an evil time came at last to Glendalough ? The
extent and importance . Its old renown , however , for a long time
The people locked in from the country in every possible convev-
the faithful thronged to the church " which soon became filled .
be in Navan on a week day . Hearing that he was amongst them .
to their homes . On another occasion Father Charles happened to
the Father satisfied their pious desire by giving them his blessing .
the Sisters of Mercy . ' There was here a repetition of Glendalough .
ance ; the Sisters arranged them in a field adjoining the Convent
preached ; he could teach no more striking lesson than was taught
After addressing words of suitable advice to the large congregation .
the valley of Wicklow ; and the rich shrines of Glendalough were
morning Father Charles celebrated Mass in the Presentation Con-
recognising the well-known features of the venerable Passionist
Bow a short time before his death . An eye-witness tells how , on
been subjected . What , then , must have been his emotion when he
attached to it , for it gave its name to one of the five Seas of
things of this world to the permanent rewards and stories of the
and served , even still more , to turn his thoughts from the feeling
of Irish chiefs restored in again ; but it never recovered its former
Names , her monks or students scattered or slain . " The pious hands
preach no sermon more powerful than these ancient memorials
to which they gave rise exercised a strong effect on his after life
Danish invaders ravished the land . With fire and sword they swept
where the servant of God blessed them , after which they departed
related the tortures to which those who suffered for the Faith had
Leinster , as arranged and defined in the Convocation of Clon Aine
in Leix , convened by Gilla Rasbuig . Bishop of Limerick and
quite a crowd of passengers , regardless of the place , knelt round
next . He frequently referred afterwards in his conversation to this
wandered through the ruined churches of Glendalough . He could
and died here-were interred .
him and would not be satisfied until he had imparted his bene-
storied place to the beauty and exclusion of Glendalough of the
rained temples and the Round Tower still making its shadow
Papal Legate , in the year 1115 .
show the graves where three Spanish princes who came to study ,
spot singularly favoured by Nature beautiful Killarney . One
Some years later in 1875 there was a similar sight in another
tains , on one side of the wooded Lusduff , the peasantry of this day
Since there are so many millions of the Irish people in America .
diction to them .
Father Charles could not restrain his tears whenever he heard
many of whom are indebted to Father Charles , it is not strange that
the obvious
Nothing now remains in Glendalough but the graves and the
revolve in the undisturbed silence .
Kings !
" It was with this feeling strong on him that Father Charles
sain .
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and reserved in manner , though always careful to observe the rules
the places , where I conducted Missions and Retreats , without find -
ing some who had known Mount Argus by report or personal
of politeness . It has been noticed , too , that proud and hungry
the priest they are led to honour Him Whom the priest represents .
he says : ' When will Monte Argentaro celebrate its birth ? When
his sanctity of life and repute for the many wonders God was
of Father Charles , who was everywhere held in great esteem for
reverence towards Father Charles .
New Zealand and Tasmania . " I can scarcely call to mind any of
of the trees on the summit of the Mount . Father Belton was here
Its petals bright radiating with light from that fair star -
recently , and we went to the Mount . ' All knelt down to pray
Its hue as golden as the gift they laid at His dear feet !
bus habitantibus in ca . On these occasions he was sparing in words
pleased to work through the instrumentality of his prayers and
at one time or another , during the five years and a half I was in
and from Whom he derives his power , as well as the sacredness of
that St. " Paul might come to us soon . '
calculated to draw them nearer to himself - so that in referencing
out to Monte Argentaro , where the picture of the Saint rests in one
writing to me on March the 4th , 1893 , since my return to Ireland ,
way by the entire household , and all knelt while he explored a
Missions , Retreats , and other duties of office called on me .
and he generally invested with medals the children attending the
Its scent of incense and of myrrh-those perfumes rare so sw
The Epiphany .
from what has been said , it can be deduced that God gave His
His visits to convents were looked upon as no ordinary events ,
THE CROSS .
Then blossoms the Epiphany-first flower of the year-
to our Order for the purpose of a first foundation in Queensland .
M. Barry O' Delany .
blessings .
blessing on the house and its occupants . Pax hnic domui et Omni-
that country . to visit nearly all the Australasian colonies , including
will St. Paul of the Cross come to dwell amongst us ? " We often go
schools .
At the mansions of the great he usually was met in the hall-
his calling .
( To be continued . )
ervant a supernatural influence over men's hearts - an influence
men , who would seem to salute a priest , acted with the greatest
Time ;
When Christmas .
chime ;
When New Year's bells have swung again to changing peaks of
The star that shore for three Wise Men in Judea the far
anthems swell no more , and dies the Christmas
appear-
When the world wears snow's virgin white-ere earth-born plants
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horror a never-ending grim . Their dance was a convulsion of legs
a repast ! " The most frightful carrion , the prey of myriads of
beggar ! the face of the beggar ! If there was a column of red boat
face half turned towards mine the spell was broken that claimed
ing as they had done at the end of their lives on earth . But what
iron armed with points , and if I could choose between seeing the
all my sweat and that of all my family than to see the face of the
transparent , and I saw distinctly the forms of those who had
and arms-convulsion uncomfortable , which produced a horrible
met the eye nearly two hundred years before . ' The walls became
column-anything to avoid the face of the beggar . '
drop was enough , for nothing that is useless happens here . The
master of the place said to a deep drop of my sweat : ' Be smells
still I could not die , and I had an instinctive feeling that in the
approached me where I lay amid the frozen weeds shivering in
I could accustom myself more easily to tolerate the smell of
to be the father passed through the wall as through a shadow , and
they laughed and danced around the same table , eating and drink-
THE House in the Hidden Valley
terrible and eternal , which fixed on the countenance contracted by
dogs . ' Oh ! those dogs ! they bark always . And the face of the
my gaze . The beggar began to turn in my direction , and as this
Speaking thus the man laughed , for he had to laugh , and pass
I saw rise up from the earth the old house large and strong as it
drop of my sweat . And that drop is the only one of its kind . One
from the beginning to the end of the world . I would chose that very
mysterious designs of Providence I was charged to see and hear
fell engulfed in the Hidden Valley .
And laughing with an inextinguishable laugh , he continued :
ing again through the glowing wall rejoined his wretched com-
I fled wildly to the edge of the wood , stumbling and falling on the
to be on the point of expiring from one moment to another . but
And as I looked back for the last time I saw a sudden burst of
sweet pouring down their glowing bodies . And one whom I knew
face of the beggar and mounting and descending that fiery column
Suddenly something more terrible than terror began to most
the stillness of the night , and the house of the damned rocked and
Do you know what has made the desert here ? It was one
something that was not of this world .
Suddenly before my eyes . half closed by the dreadful anguish .
rocky way .
terious poison was active in some supernatural manner . I seemed
panions .
pon the earth , ' and that drop has observed . '
Iame irradiate the sky ; then an unearthly shrink quivened through
ny and terror . And ' laughing , and always laughing , ' he
beggar , who for ever passes before us . weeping , pursued by the
addressed me : -
me to that cursed spot , and , spurred by an uncontrollable term
worms ! Their laugh was a convulsion of the face-convulsion
And ' laughing , and always laughing , ' he
ren the beggar to his death on that evil night of long ago . And
agony and terror .
something that was not of this world .
still I could not die , and I had an instinctive feeling that in the
upon the earth , ' and that drop has observed . '
heavar who for ever passes before us , weeping , pursued by
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We will inspect their camp , we will intercept their fleet , and we
mortalise my King , my country , and myself . We will declare the
Santos' Dumont circled the ' Eiffel Tower he wore a medal of the
recognition of his scientific researches , and particularly with regard
to the conquest of the air . Giovanni Alfonso Borelli ( born 1608 )
Blessed Virgin round , his neck . His fight was the first really
represents one of the famous brothers blowing soap-bubbles and
velopinent and regulation , after the war , of aviation for civil and
successful effort of the kind ever made in France . Father Bar-
Portugal in 1709 . Francis Blanchard , the Monteclifer brothers
Portadown . Dundalk , and Drosheda : and that one from Dublin to
Ireland to Newfoundland , and vice versa , would be impracticable
exclaiming : " O , ' His be de grand invention . Dis will in-
the Clouds , constructing air-balloons for the Grand Monargue ,
routes , it is suggested that a route from Edinburgh to Dublin might
commercial purposes . The report at last presented to the Air
pass Glasgow and Belfast , via Kilmarnock , Ayr. Stranraer , Belfast
Council by this committee embraces practically every conceivable
reputation as author of " The Principles of Flight . " When M.
Vincent Lunardi , Gay-Lussac , and Bleriot may be mentioned
aspect of the question . Dealing with landing grounds on a artist
has been called the " Father of Aerial Navigation , " because of his
for the moment : the sole solution of the difficulty suggested being
to report upon the " steps to be taken in connection with the de-
an Italian priest was created Abbot of Tuneland by that King in
in the clouds-with regard to aerial navigation . To go no further
As to the Atlantic route , it is pointed out that a direct route from
lished an account of how the Atlantic was down from Newfoundland .
land to Dingle Bay , in Kerry , in twenty-four hours in July last .
brought a plan for the conquest of the air before the King of
the Peace Conference . It is now two years since the
war against our enemies : we will make des English snake
that the " Azores " route should be used for the journey , New
Catholics were the first in the field -or. perhaps , we should saw
A London caricature of the period , entitled " Montgolfier in
the freedom of the air as well , will have to be discussed at
Miguel serving as a landing station .
The American aeronautical journal . Flying , for August , pub-
America does publish wonderful things ; but the report needs con-
tholomew Laurent was , like Santos Dumont , a Brazilian : he
firmation .
O'll only the question of the freedom of the seas . but that of
By FINALA.
Ireland and Air Traffic .
ack than the reign of James the Fourth of Scotland ( 1472-1513 (
ish Air Board appointed the Civil Aerial Transport Committee
nong the other Catholic pioneers of aerial navigation .
ondon might follow the track of the nail steamers to Holyhead .
Miguel serving as a landing station ,
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idealistic nature , akin to Maura's own . He was rather a lonely
gentle , beautiful peasant girl had the same enthusiasm for the re-
in the Gaelic class . Shawn was a poet , and possessed a dreamy ,
ready to help them in their troubles . As she and Maura walked
little one's character and sent her daily to the little National School
and affectionate . while it was generally given up to her to be the
of her only child . How they idolised each other , this mother and
gentle , simple souls , inexpressibly dear to the Heart of God , who
ing , she was a source of edification to her neighbours , and always
daughter , and what a wealth of tenderness each lavished on the
solved to devote her life to her child . So she carefully trained her
other perfectly , and Maura was an ideal daughter . pious , dutiful
thought of the someone who had lately filled her young life with
are to be found in most of our Irish parishes . Pious and God-fear-
other ! When her husband died , the " Widda " Maguire had re-
black souls white wid His wonderful mercy and make them shine
he had been attracted by the sweet , shy college who was foremost
picture of neatness and comfort with her snowy , grilled cap peeping
finest " scholar " in the baronv . So the life-work of the dear little
lad ; few understood him or sympathised with the wild , passionate
Irish mother had not been in vain .
ardour of his love for Koisin' Dhu . So when he found that the
until she had completed her sixteenth " year . They understood each
it , she delighted the girl by talking of Heaven and of the Queen
chool for the past two years . Heiling from a neighbouring parish .
up the broad , white road towards the chapel . And as she went she
beamed with motherly pride as they rested on the fair young face
Young Shawn O'Donnell had been teaching in the little village
HBR Sacrifice .
like good aid the power of His love .
Presently Mrs. Maguire emerged from the room , looking a
making the sign of the Cross , addressed her daughter .
bedroom to don her well-worn blue cloak while Maura . hitting a gay
they'd tell you in Glen-na-shee . Anyhow , she was one of those
old Irish air . took down her shawl from its peg behind the door and
who reigns there . Even the golden light reflected in the bag-pools
brown pools shine like shimmerin' good ? Sure , He can make " our
Maura left her mother at the end of the bog and walked briskly
like air . Mrs. Maguire looked up as the girl entered , and , after
The " Widda " Maguire was a saint . At least , that's what
goin' . I'll be getting ready now .
learned and danced and gave the southeast little kitchen a court , home .
gave her food for meditation .
so I'll be mid ye across the bog .
And Mrs. ' Maguire rose from her knees and entered the tiny
sunshine . For the first time in her eighteen years , Maura Maguire
threw it gracefully around her shoulders .
" Do so , asthore . I'll be going down to build Mrs. Casey's wake
threw it gracefully around her shoulders .
rom under the folds of her hooded cloak . Her kind old eyes
down the boreen and crossed the stretch of bog which lay between
was in love .
Isn't God good , " she would say , " to make them thirty
Well , Maura alanna , is it time for Benediction ?
' His , then , mother . " the girl replied . " The b
Irish mother had not been in vain .
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of his mother's early death and of his lonely boyhood : how he had
rising sets that threatened to choke her , as the boy . blissfully un-
his father would not hear of it . However , by dirt of hard study in
persuaded me to begin the practice of daily Communion . A great
been misunderstood by the stern father who was embittered by the
the one to display Him . When I think that He died for me . little
his spare moments . he had managed to pass the necessary exami-
work on his farm . But Shawn wanted a different career . Many
all the same , I think I've lived a clean , steady life . And , since you
istened to the simple story of that pure . young life . He told her
into the kitchen . She knew her mother was still at Mrs. Casay's
with his books . It was his great ambition to be sent to college , but
had been laughed at by his relatives , and his father desired him to
idence . By a powerful effort of will be managed to control the
me for Himself . He is calling me to the religious life , and I'm not
HERE Sacrifice .
spoke sweet and gentle words of encouragement .
end of the month . " Perhaps I'm not worthy , but they'll have me
her knees before the Crucifix .
enthusiasm and sympathy to the lad , and , when he had finished ,
shy stars peeping forth , and the lonesome call of the comcrake in
Him , Pray for me , Maura , I need your prayers . I owe it all
And then , as they walked home in the deepening dusk , with the
you's cans . I know I do .
You have been so kind to me ever since I came to Glen-na-shoe ,
an hour's time . So she entered her bedroom and , threw herself on
a poor , lonely gosoon , that I think you should be the first to hear
then , afraid to trust herself any longer , she flew up the horeen and
said , and had made all arrangements to enter the Novitiate at the
wake , and would be expecting Maura to go to meet her in about
been appointed to Glen-na-shee . And then he went on to confide
o saint , you know . A chap can't be for ever praying . But ,
Maura listened to him through a mist of tears as he went on to
Maira thought her heart would break as she listened to his con-
Words could not express the anguish of Maura's soul . It was ,
sister to me always . " And , touching his cap , he strode up the
his great secret to the girl at his side .
my great secret . '
for a lay brother anyhow , " he concluded .
Won't you let me walk home with you . Maura , " he went on .
road whistling " The Wearing of the Green .
her goodnight at the end of the boreen . " You have been like a
their ears . ' he told her all . Maura's heart burned within her as she
What a dear little soul you are , Maura ! " he
" Well , " she said , " what is it ? "
Maura gazed after his retreating figure for a few minutes , and
" Little girl , " he said , " I've always tried to love our Lord .
ne , it strikes me that its only fair that I should do something for
nd secure an entrance into a training college . Then he had
emature death of his beloved young wife . Shawn's love of study
It her of his plans . He had decided on becoming a religious , he
e had he stolen down to the river side to spend a happy hour
has come over me . Maura . I feel , I know that God wants
Maura gazed after his retreating figure for a fe
conscious of her anguish , went on with his story . But she was
And , touching his cap , he strode up the
" he said as he babe
little girl . " he said , " I've always tried to do
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about the events of the late war : ' spoke of the loss the French
Army had sustained in the death of the great Navy
many years , and Patrick hastened to Paris for a double purpose
The O'Driscoll had greatly distinguished himself during the
to be present at his brother's ordination and to ask the King's per-
of his sovereign commission after their last interview .
I would never have forgiven myself had might fatal happened
O'Driscoll minutely about the ambush laid for him in the discharge
Madame la Duchesse de Rampierre , who insisted that he should
trace could be discovered of the authors of the outrage .
rar , and he had attained the rank of colonel . The ordination of his
A Tale of Sarsfield's Times .
guilt , " rejoined the young man .
On his arrival at the Capital he at once called on his old friend .
He solicited and obtained an audience of the King , by whom
brother , Brian , was approaching ; the brothers had not met for
Louis called the modern " Bayard , " and he finally questioned
he was received most kindly . His Majesty conversed at length
In the Days of the Wild Geese .
to you : my regret for having exposed you to such danger was
express the public joy at the conclusion of peace . Balls , routs ,
LUSTRUM had passed since the death of Patrick Barsfield .
Earl of Lucas , " and when the Peace of Ryswik " was con-
THE HIGH SHOWNESS # # #
And my joy was great in being able to render even a trifling
matter , that farmhouse was searched and demolished , but not a
riding parties , dc. , were in full swing .
had down they knew what would follow , and destroyed all trace of
PART III .
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The King said : " When we received Barsfield's report on the
cluded in 1697 , universal joy reigned in the Kingdom of
The Right Colleen .
take up his old quarters in her palace .
O'Driscoll .
chapter XVI .
help towards " the success of your Majesty's arms , " replied
# Modern Rywick .
He found that entertainments of all kinds were being given to
France .
keen . '
By GREGORY BARR , Author of " Berenburton , " Sec.
" Doubtless , when the guilty parties discovered that
asion to resign his commission and go to Rome .
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entranceal . In a word . it was quite apparent that Bros had begun .
tions , and listened delightedly whilst he spoke of the wonderful
findness her father had shown his family , for she loved her father
you from my father , " and she smiled so sweetly that he was
' Let us sit down ; I have such a number of messages to give
Preposterous . Father said you were eighteen when you
better than all your brothers , and he says you were your father's
laughed heartily .
intensely . Then she said : " Do you know , my father liked you
refusal . "
Then , as to my own experience of your naughtiness ! " and she
Perhaps you ought to dance , " but she persisted in a dignified
appear in the Count's eyes , O'Driscoll said in a low tone in Irish
in the days of the wild goose
laughed the Baron ; and he kept his word until the Comte do
Such a look of malice crossed the Count's face as he turned
for me to dance at present , " said Helen . Seeing an ugly limit
five , and I am eighteen : therefore , you were fourteen when you
most dangerous precipices , riding bare-backed , and so forth .
pulled . '
Father says you were the widest lad he ever knew-climbing the
She gave him all her father's messages , answered all his own
Then she resumed : " You were a bad boy in the old days .
I disappointed ? '
Varennes came to claim his dance : no man dared to interfere with
old was . I then ? " he must .
I shall guard you as the dragon guarded the princess . '
Indeed , you did , sir . I was just seven years ' old , and you
father's death were so fraught with sad thoughts .
committed such an act of vandalism .
happy hours , and I invoke your aid in securing my immunity from
The real truth is . I have met with a friend of childhood's
You must excuse me . Monsieur le Comte . it is impossible
the young Baron de Chantal bowed .
dances for a little while . '
favourite . '
away that Helen felt as if a cold hand pressed her heart .
Now , spare me and please don't say I ever committed the
The Baron laughed . " I would not dream of contradicting a
He is a dangerous man to anger , " replied the O'Driscoll "
asked me for one of my curls . I slapped you , and then you
now . I am quite exhausted ; can't you see that yourself ? '
I feel ninety-nine , and you are about fifteen-
" What have I done to him more than to the other partners
wicked act the Duchess of Orleans mentioned . '
Oh , dear me ! - it is quite impossible that I could dance
" O !'mn full how can I ever alone for such depravity ? How
Both were silent for a short time . Recollections of that
gravely .
lady-but my eyes are not so ' polite . '
him .
Pardon , Miss MacVeagh , I think this is our dance , " and
left Ireland that was seven years " ago-so you are now twenty .
fixed those two young hearts with his darts .
What age are you now ? " she asked .
lady-but my eyes are not so polite .
the young Baron de Chantal' bowed
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was recalled ; and the rich tone of his voice - she had never heard
The hosts of heaven a 'er them wheel'd in song ,
The prone world slept , unconscious of her wife ) ;
Wherein far echoes they might oft discern
How delightful was that drive home-every word . ' every look
And waves of silence would about them roll ,
did not approach her again that night : had he done so , she would
( Beyond the desert , disenchain'd of war ,
That He Who made them would Himself reveal
The mountains with its glory , in the night
And climbed the lonely watch tower of the soul .
love's first sweet dream .
have danced with him by the O'Driscoll's advice .
And send some prophet with the words of heal .
Such Cormac , who in silent Rossnaree
Burdell made no never forget it ; and as his highest wish
Of God's own word and harmony eterne .
had in formal him : but how sweet of you to remember the
four Gaelle tongue . Now have you succeeded in doing sq ?
well she knew he was for he , too , like her , was intoxicated by
Amid the Persian mountains long ago :
la Marquise , as he handed the aunt and the niece into their car-
remember Darby ?
Of such were they who waited for the star
Watch'd the day glimmer over the Irish Sea .
then danced with her other partners . The Comte de Varennes
Rather-s face carved out of a walking-stick is not easily
to know . '
forgotten . '
I move their story who , before the light
( Of them that brought end tidines had enraged
anything to equal it . She wondered was the thinking of her-
( To be continued . )
They fled from revel . sadly left the throma .
Rossnaree .
His heart , however , is of virgin gold , as I have good reason
to turn over a new leaf , and to amend his forgetful ways .
H.E.G. Rope .
Of starry splendid , wistful watch'd and pray'd
is to me a law . I speak Irish to Darby from time to time . You
After supper Helen gave her first dance to the O'Driscoll and
new success
riage .
Of course he will , auntie . " answered Helen . " He means
" You will visit us to-morrow , Colonel ? " queried Madame
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cots na reine .
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bionn at desnism's noicill , 0 1/2 go , sp 150
been bests an domain Black stop into . If a more run
Pearson W. Laosaine .s . " Arthur Sn' Chiort . " As also
cupiesnn ruim sp bit 1 5005spnac sn cracksil red .
MRIP most last best so'd Fionson 1, Doesn't , did a brief 45AC
It wasn't sup b'sorbrin do'n'n chair pin na biomiss Eimp
asur as descaine so seen up as next to haircis .
scs did-re : Mr. soibmn too's Chioroside's blown six
ir sorbinn do'n cluster aflacann an cost ran 6 '0's ,
If so born , do'm muncip a blown as that so briefly also , an
be stop an crossail harmonic , so he but no ripinne as tessars
160 points straight rush to his , spur as caitesin bad cashball
Mr.P wait last best sc ' Dergiobul' again-pa opens to join
focal an crolair o n-a best .
be also a labapparto mo Tigespins Dias ipzig ionam .
Mr. Slumm is a passionate star besten who is known an Italian
If coin does been cummestn snoir at his nextid red . After
Even , a tabappan up ban run-pa. . ' Deinito an nito
Diodins resource usirle in sksim to mimic as Lo. SE obsin
MRIP most last eolar sp an bfiprine best size , opera Mire .
map must last react interest run as bests ( sweep Tops )
cimesto na h-sitesnna .
hour an oCitesians at Labsincirris in-s choice sugar d' Simpson
sib-re so lein sta pe drumo skur de malac tazzaro
Ms recall are inside again lib , in mpioparto agur ir beats
raosalks rich .
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nesm open-pa . '
raogai ro .
omcsip an epor map son from .
odine m'simism do burst , I tried to besofed expect to
Mr.P wait last best , reject his biftsitearism' focain-pe .
r 40-billion too'n'n'n'girl a blown tunes for his next to
sur cabsuffer fuspysilt onsib , sleep on Tigespins .
LAIPCIS .
pots , commutjeann per ionam-pa syrup commurism-pe ann.
An E-E-S D"TESNN MO. CUTO. FEOLS
snotai oismana de too turnsent nior feapp .
scitinn arts .
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intention I want them to pray for , and that is for our beloved Holy Father Pope
or the Guild . Why did not ' Moya , Mac Gowan enclose a little note to
He goal at last . Many thanks to Miss B. M. O'Neill for her beautiful hand
shall tell him what Ada has been seeking in the Guild , and , merham's , one
I am grateful . ' Mart says : ' " When I knew before the crib of the Christ Child
in Christmas morning I shall ask Him to bless you . To all the members of the
Alast I may answer-space forbids . Next time I meet the " awe , inspiring '
Marlen seeks a limitation to the Guild . ' We are all very glad to have you ,
I am so glad of the kind remembrance of little Thomas of the Gold Coast . From
such a glorious appeal and gladly join the Crusade of Prayer for the glory of God .
ras to win the prize , and he wishes all the members a prosperous New Year . Justie
St. Helens into faithful friend . Mark Rennie , wrote me kind massacre for which
will save Ireland . " I am sure the children of Blessed Gabriel's Guild will respond to
Irish prisoners and the Irish Nation . ' Boys and girls , get even one child to play ,
record . I most earnestly ask of everyone to help to form and organize a children's
Drama . Well , they can , and a most important part , if they are taught to wear
the happier we shall be .
full a happy Xmas . " God bless and care you , too , Mary . The little Lanc
and you will have taught them the great lesson of associating Religion and
convits are very welcome . ' Ada O' Nell sends a very charming letter full of queries
until . That " heavenly box of paints " has justified my expectations . A lovely
gives the great pleasure to welcome Denis Malone , and I shall always be very glad
Australian . These little ones would clearly love to play a part in the National
poom , which I hope to see in print one day , but I am sorry it is not
may find it again . I am very grateful to Ada for her card and good wishes . It
Can a few extrubs : " It is a great thing to teach a little child to pray for
thing to hear from Ellis M. Macleon . God grant that all her hopes and aspirations
o hear from him . He is a fine boy . George A. England tells me how delighted he
THE CROSS
From the grown-up world Rita Carlos writes to me with regrets for the old
Demodied XV . Let us all tray for the lonely Prisoner of the Vatican and the
Mr. Ireland . " The Motherland is calling on ' all her children for help in this hour
Closes tight the gates of War .
As her dancing footsteps go .
For her sake to fight , and fall .
Lighten up the darkest day .
And with sweetest wishes laden-
A holly garland binds her
and the good of Ireland .
Sends a greeting from a far ,
My heart bounded with delight over the great wife of letters this month full
you and a few mile false awaits you . Come often , and the oftener you come
her great struggle for freedom . Keep up the Rosaries in the homes - the Romans
days and the young friends of the Guild . Why , Kita , the door is always open to
good wishes , grand resolutions and splendid patriotism . It is a good and happy
The New Year .
May her veil of whiteness .
A young and smiling maiden .
No , I do not think you are too ambitious . Try again . It is by trying one reach
In the cause of Koisin Dhuv .
And the hearts of men are willing
since she tells me its cause . I feel sure God loves to listen to such answers . This
As she speaks to one and all ,
Her long hair floats behind her .
May she scatter brightness .
Her gentle voice is thrilling
May she guide for ever
May she never never
a great album to me to insert the entire letter ! but I am sorry I have made only
Those on earth the best we love ;
Rita Carlos .
It is a pleasure to hear from Ellis N. Riain once again . I forgive her silence
And her cheeks with gladness glow ;
Where the clouds are dark and gray :
may be fulfilled . I thank her for her card and kind wishes
outside of prayer . Ask them to join it and to pray for Ireland . There is another
country , for these children will in a few years be the men and women of Irelan
country . You choose children will in a few years be the men and women of Ireland .
you and a CEO mile farlce awaits you . Come often , and the o
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High Mass on the feast of the Immaculate
Father Pancras , C.P. , Subdeacon , Rev.
the Children of Mary at St. Joseph's , and
rendered by an augmented choir and
just been published . Father Xavier .
preached by Rev. Father Columban . C.P.
and second place as regards the reception
Artane : Rev. Father Joseph. C.P. at the
Father Malachv. O.P. , Rector. thanked
the Rector imparted the Papal Blessing to
O'Brien' Institute , Fairview , and Rev.
the customary solemnity . The celebrant
Father Oswald ( Bennett ) , O.P. , for the
of the Solemn High Mass was Rev.
Children of Mary at Kingsland Road .
fter undergoing a long process of repair .
of converts the figures of which have
proceded by a Novena , was observed with
John Baptist , C.P. breached on the
of the burning buildings were observed by
November 24th. the organ was re-opened
diocese for the number of Easter Duties ,
the congregation for their generosity in
of fire in the farmyard . The lurid flames
devotion-large numbers of people , re-
Father Berchmans . C.P. at the Catholic
orchestral accompaniment . Very Rev.
Father Kieran , ' C.P. ' The sermon was
radely disturbed recently by an outbreak
Very Rev. Father Sebastian . C.P. at
At the afternoon devotions Rev. Father
townod's " " Messe" Solennelle . " finely
Joseph's holds the third place in the arch-
the Immaculate Conception , which was
subscribing the necessary E 150 .
C.P. has concluded a retreat to the
Yardinal Bourne as a day of very special
Restor , preached a special sermon at the
Father Coleman , C.P. , Deacon , Rev.
school children at Highgate Road
Betreats were recently conducted by
dogma of the Immaculate Conception .
Father Fidelis conducted the retreat for
The special Mass for the occasion was
Very Rev. Father William , C.P. ,
The Feast of the Immaculate Concep-
Institute , Hope Street , Liverpool .
Anniskillen-Blessed Gabriel's Retreat .
ceiving Holy Communion .
tion was observed at the request of
The serenity of life at the Graan was
Conception . At the evening devotions
It is gratifying to observe that St.
a large congregation .
Mount Argus-St. Paul's . The feast of
Wightsate St. Joseph's . On Sunday .
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Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Rugby of Hagley Road
undertaken to paint the statue .
High Mass until the evening service . The
the Blessed Sacrament from the Solemn
bishop gave a second address and then
was handsomely decorated with a pro-
Archbishop's Secretary ( Father Styche )
Archbishop Ilslev to the Home of the
renewal of their vows , after their annual
Archbishop's arrival . The Rector of St.
number at Holy Commission at the early
Little Sisters of the Poor . Having made
Women's League . Mr. Claude Pratt , of
morning . After that ceremony the Arch-
an address to the Sisters he received the
retreat , which they concluded that
the British Society of Artists , an esteemed
Bruno , C.P. ) were also in attendance .
Mary's by the local branch of the Catholic
At St. Mary's there was exposition of
and the Chaplain of the Home ( Father
proceeded to administer the Sacrament of
conclusion of the exposition of the Blessed
Mary's ( Father Antoninus , C.P. ) , the
Confirmation to twenty candidates - ten
of Our Lady has been presented to St.
Sacrament , which took place before the
fusion of allies and chrysanthemums .
The choir of St. Mary's also contributed
were the sponsors at the Confirmation .
Masses was unusually large . The altar
ten being converts and others from the
of them inmates of the Home , the other
gathering of friends present on the
For use at concessions , a pretty statue
very largely to the devotion and solemnity
occasion , some of whom arrived for the
member of the congregation has kindly
of the great feast .
neighbourhood . There was a large
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Yours affectionately in the Lord ,