The morning star and Catholic messenger. [volume] (New Orleans [La.]) 1868-1881, 1874-03-22

SlSters OF inc Good shepherd who made it. In o
front of red silk is the figure of st. Joseph,
with the name and date of organization of the
Society above and below. The reverse, of
white silk, has we'll executed painting of the
Blessed Virgin and the infant Jesus around
which are the words:
with Mary for ur Mother, what shall we fears"
TATIONS.
OF course the custom 30 prevalent in this
city on the part of the fair daughters of
Erin, of choosing this day IS the one on which
to present their favorite associations with
tokens of their esteem, was observed as usual.
There was great number of beautiful wreaths,
flags, etc. presented to the several branches
of the Hibernian association, but, not having
the gift of ubiquity, this reporter was unable to
attend them. The following accounts were
kindly handed us by members of the assoca-
tions honored. We hope this little explans-
tion will satisfactorily account for the ab-
sence of reports of other like interesting oere-
monies.
Branch No. 3, before attending Mass, march
ed to the residence of Mr.. Joseph II. Dunn,
Bolivar street, where splendid wreath was
presented by Miss Maggie CahiI, assisted by
Misses Long and Corners. In presenting it
Miss Cahill said:
Gentlemen This glorious anniversary is
once more greeted with jubilation, by every
true lighter Of the "Green Isle" as well as
by every true friend of the Mutual Aid and
Benevolent Association Branch No. g. whose
charities, persevering industry and glorious
raised her SO high in the esteem of our people
This day will behold our praise-worthy as
ISOLATION marshalling her host, whose every
| ranges himself under the folds of the Banner
dedicated to our holy Patron, the great st.
Patrick.
thrill of joy to the heart of every true patriot
of "Erin," should pass without a token of love
being added to the insignia with which this
No. it shall
Hence one of Erin's most humble maidens,
wishing to express her great regard and con-
sideration, as well as those of her numerous
friends, for such benevolent organization,
presents this humble wreath
Long may this garland be sweet to the eye,
May 0 its oeFdu5e forever be green
And unhappiness neer intervene.
Mr.. Philip McCabe, President of the Branch,
receiving it answered
Lddies-It is always in order for Irishmen to
feel proud and happy on ST. Patricks Day, but
how greatly must these feelings be increased
when we are encouraged by the smiles of Irish
maidens and our banners are adorned by their
fair hands. In evidence of this pride and hap
of Branch 3, this token of your esteem and
regard, and promise that the members of our
association will always remember with pride
the honors conferred on them by their lady
friends
After Mass the Branch proceeded to the
school house whore they were presented by
Miss Nellie Hart, daughter of VIM. Hart, Esq,
in behalf of the school girls, with beautiful
wreath. Miss Hart addressed the members as
follows:
Most Honorable Gentlemen, true sons of
Hibernia's glorious saint, we ask the privilege
of offering this simple wreath as q token of
our devotion to st. Patrick, the illustrious pa
tron of our loved country, and your most hon
orable society.
Though SO widely separated from Erins
green Isle, that gem of the ocean, still our
hearts fondly cling to its grit shores, for |
we claim it as the home of our Fathers.
Metbinks our guardian angels smile APPROX
ingly on these little ones, gathered to-day in |
the name of st. Patrick and under his special |
auspices, that they may outwardly express the
devotion of their young hearts to Ireland's
great apostle. Fer we feel that you are, as it
were, his faithful representatives on earth.
May the fair buds and flowers intermingled
in this wreath, while adjoining your standard,
be typical of the virtues most pleasing to the
heart of st. Patrick.
The rose, ever the sweet emblem of that
heavenly charity so prominent . characteristic
Of your noble society; the modest shamrock,
the mute witness of that living faith that ever
while the quiet evergreen reminds of that
untiring devotion in good works, the appanage
of your society, which we pray may long exist
to honor our loved St. Patrick and to scatter
blessings on many sad exile from Erin's fair
shores. With sincere respect and regard We
remain, as ever, your little friends
THE PUPTiS OF ST.. JosEPH's SCHOOL.
Mr. McCabe here stepped forward and re-
,eived the wreath, saying:
Good Sisters and PgpilS Of st. JoOepk's School
rat of Branch No 2 IL daVOlvea |
upon me to accept from you, on behalf of my
associates, this beautiful wreath q testi
monial of your appreciation of our efforts in
the cause of benevolence and charity.