The New York herald., 1872-10-14

imposing ceremonies all the sidewalks OF the
streets leading to the Cathedral were crowded
with wel-dressed people, vending their way
TO that venerable edince, In joyous
OF witnessing a scene OF
briinancy grandeur and suOhmity which
would form an epoch in their lives. When, at half
past ten O'Clock, the first bell OF the Cathedral
pealed forth Its sonorous sounds, which reverbe-
rated far and the Sabbath stiffness OF the
city and mingled the deep and musical tones OF its
iron tongue with the weaker, but equally sweet
voices Of he other church BELLS the masses OF living
humanity began to pour into Charles, Mulberry and
Cathedral streets until they were covered with .
vast ocean Of people. The doors, balconies, win
dows and housetops In the neighborhood were also
crowded with spectators. On the route prescribed
for the procession, embracing the streets just
named In the vicinity of the Cathedral sufncient
police force was stationed for the preservation OF
order, while along the line were posted members
Of the Young Catholics Friend Society and repre-
sentatlves of all the Catholic benevolent and
temperance societies OF Baltimore who acted as q
guard OF honor
THE PROGRESSION.
AT halfpast ten A. M. the bishops, priests, SEMI
narians and acolytes proceeded from the archl-
episcopal residence, by way OF Charles, Null
berry and Cathedral Streets to the front entrance
Of the Metropolitan church in the following 0rder-
Cross and Bearers.
Ac0lytes bearing Censors and Incense Boats.
OF ne ana vsena
Bishop Seton, Pr0thOnOtary
Apostolic -Shannahan, Of Harrisburg;
Becker, OF wilmington; Domenca, Of Pittsburg;
O'Hara, or Scranton; McQuade, OF ROchesterj
Archbishop Mcoloskey, OF New York, and
Honor.
AS the pageant moved the rich vestments OF the
bishops and priests nashing in the bright sun
shine, the massive silver uplifted In the ad
vance, and glowing In the sunbeams that IRA
dated the image OF the crucifed Saviour; the
bright silver censors swinging to and fro and I'LL
ing the air with fragrant clouds OF incense; the
multitudes OF men, women and children chad In
their Sunday attire, massed on either side Of the
glittering lne-these brilliant features, blending
in one gorgeous picture, presented scene OF mag
nifcence and spleudor rarely witnessed and never
to be forgotten.
As in days Of old the waters Of the Red Sea parted
to admit the passage OF Gods chosen people, SO on
this occasion the surging masses opened up path
way for the majestic procession OF the Lords
anointed.
In Difference to the expressed wish OF the Arch
bishop there was no civic display In honor OF the
interesting event Of his installation. The Catholic
societies Of Baltimore, Washington and other neigh
boring places some Of which had made prepara-
tions to visit the Cathedral in a body, abandoned
the intention SO soon as the desire OF Arch
bishop Bayley in this respect was made known.
Nevertheless, there was q large turnout OF indi.
vidual members OF the societies, and especially Of
the various congregations Of Baltimore and WASH
ington. 1t Is estimated that there were at least
ten thousand people around the sacred edifce
during the solemn ceremonies.
Upon reaching the principal doorway the process
sion moved through the main aisle directly to the
grand altar-the magnificent organ with splendid
orchestral accompaniment performing meanwhile
the charming march Of Linnard, composed ex-
presslv for such occasions.
The scene within the Cathedral was exceedingly
brilliant and beautiful The main and side affairs
were decorated in the most elaborate and tasteful
manner Innumerable gas jets and tapers shed
mellow light over the rare and beautiful exotics,
whose fragrance filed the massive edifice with the
sweet cdor OF Paradise, while precious stones and
gems 6f gold and silver flashed, like CLEANS from
heaven. erou'm. sae Holy OF Holes. The master
pieces OF painting with which the Cathedral is
embenished seemed to wear a brighter hue,
and the sun OF Autumn, peerng through the
stained windows OF the lofty d0me cast effulgence
upon the sacred precincts Of the sanctuary.
Every seat within the capacious edifice was occu-
pied by an assembage comprising large repre-
sentatiOn OF the moral and intellectual worth, the
dignity and wealth OF the Catholics OF the arch
diocese OF Baltimore. Many Of our Protestant
fellow citizens were also present and manifested
deep interest In the august ceremonies.
To prevent Overcrowding and confusion tickets
OF admission were issued on Sunday last by
the worthy Administrator OF the arch
diocese, and until the procession had entered
only those thus provided with tickets were ad-
mitted within the Cathedral Many OF the pewholders
generously gave up their seats to strangers and
visitors from other cities.
The clergy while moving In procession chanted
the "Benedctus" and the 121st psalm. When the
reverend clergy reached the communion rail they
opened ranks, and the Archbishops and Bishops
passed through the line to the sanctuary;
the distinguished prelates and their attend
ants took the seats assigned them the bishops
nling to the right and left and occupying das on
either side q the grand altar. The priests
were seated In front Of the altar and
within the sanctuary. The seminarians occupied
chairs ranged outside OF and along the communion
rail and extending short distance into the three
aisles. After all had been seated the main door,
way was thrown open. when wave after wave OF
the restless sea of people outside rolled into the
spacious aisles and vestibue, soon filling every
inch OF standing room. Thousands were unable to
gain admission, but they bore the disappointment
patiently.
The Archbishop, clad in full canonicals, after the
chanting OF prayer by the clergy, proceeded
directly to his throne, being ianked by two
deacons OF honor-Rev. Father McManus, pastor OF
st. Johns church, In this city, and Rev. Thomas
s. Lee, Secretary to the late Archbishop. One by
one the attending clergymen approached him, and
kneeng at his feet, kissed his episcopal ring and
received his blessing. During this impressive
ercmony the choir sang the "Ave Marie" very
sweetly.
CELEBRATION OF HIGH MASS.
The clergy then rising the new Archbishop
went to the epstle side OF the altar and recited
short prayer, to which the clergy and choir
responded. Bishop Wood, the officiating prelate,