Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-12-02

Trombone. The Holy Name cathe-
dral was literally packed by people
anxious to see the new prelate aud to
witness the ceremonies, and lO,OO0
more had to 20 home unsatisfied after
lingering around the majestic edltice
for hours in the rain in hope Of effect
ing an entrance into its sacred pre-
cincts. Among the thousands that
composed the audience were quite a
number Of distinguished gentlemen
from other religious denominations.
Right Rev. Joseph Dwenger, bishop
of Fort Wayne, Indiana, celebrated
Pontifcial High Mass, assisted by
Rev. DR.. MsMullen. After the Cos
pei Bishop Feehan preached an in
teresting sermon on the parableof the
mustard seed. Unexplained the parable
to this effect. That the mustard seed
though the smallest of seeds, spread
the widest when nurtured by the
earth and watered by the dew Of
heaven. So was Christianity small at
its inception hut, like the product Of
the small mustard seed, the teachings
of Christ had spread throughout the
world, and was gaining strength every
day. His philosophic disquisition
produced a profound impression upon
his thousands of hearers, who felt
that he reasoned from a logi-
cal standpoint, and received his
facts from the deepest recesses OF bib.
lical love. Among the distinguished
divines in the sanctuary was very Rev.
DR.. Scannell, administrator Of the
diocese Of Nashville, Tenn. In the
audience, among other distinguished
non Catholics sat Hon. Carter Harri
son, mayor of Chicago. The arch.
bishop has appointed as vicar general
Rev. DR.. McMullen, late. admins
traitor of the diocese; and Rev. D.
j. Riordan, the present incumbent, as
secretary Of the province. Bishop
Feehan has already q firm hold on the
hearts of the Roman Catholics Of Chi
cago.
The war on King Alcohol has com.
menced in earnest in Chicago. Bishop
ireland, of st. Paul, MINI; Colonel
Baine, of Kentucky; Mrs. Ellen j.
Foster, a lawyer, of Iowa, and other
luminaries are laundering at the de-
mons gates, and demanding his de-
thronement. 1t is more than likely
that the fend will not hearken tt
their demands. The only way to cap
ture the m%iscreant is by national leg
islation prohibiting, under heavy pen
atty. the manufacture of the deyilish
beverage. And John B. Cough will
be here soon in the laudable cause Of
Several bucket shops or small
stock gambling establishments went
under lately in Chicago. 1t now
turns out thatone Henry NJ. Weston
for some time clerk for a New York
stock broker, is credited with knock
ing the props from under the concerns
BY their following his pointers" He
and his partners, it is said, came out
ahead over $4,000.
Chicago Irishmen, and Others who
sympathize with Ireland in her pres
ent woelul situation, met in cOnven.
tion yesterday for the purpose of tax
ing immediate steps to raise funds, say
S60 5000. to assist in defending the land
leaguers soon to be tried on indiet-
mentsby the British government; a
permanent organization will sOon be
perfected, having for its main purpose
| the assisting of the Irish land league.
The assem1iisOe was composed of ma
tive Irish. Irish Americans, Amer
cans, Germans, French, ETC., from the
ranks of our best citizens.
Trichn@ is trying to kill several Oh
cagoans who ate too freely of poorly
cooked pork.
A strike for higher wages may be
looked for in the ranks of many OF the
trades in Chicago. Yesterday a mass
meeting of considerable dimensions
was held by workingmen and women
A canvass of the yearly salaries of IL
different trades vas made, and an
average struck, showing 80 dollars as
the average. This was not deemed
sufficient, and most likely trouble
will follow. Although the grievance
is one to be deploFed, still, as half a
loaf is better than no Bread 1t would
seem suicidal to strike" now, that
winter, grim and CHASTITY, is upon US.
The next legislature of Illinois will
have to Yrestla with the food adul-
teratiou' infany. The Daily News Of
this afternoon advocates the prompt
taking Of measures to protect the peo-
pie from an evil that is daily growing
more frightful.
Sister Bonayentura, who lately
nursed a staall pox patient, and her
self contracted the loathsome disease,
is rapidly recovering. At one time
the noble lady was very near the edge
of the dark river.
Chicago is said to be the healthiest
Of all the great cities of the world.
Her death rate averages abou. Is to
every 1000. 1t is 30 in Dublin, Ire
land, and % in New Orleans.
Over 10000 Polanders reside in
Chicago. To day they celebrated the
fitieth anniversary Of the revolution
1880 against the brutal sway of Con
~stantine, the v%iceroy appointed over
Poland by Russia. Peter Wysack
headed the revolt. Several bloody
battles were fought and won by the
Poles over thearms of Russia. but in
the end the latter conquered. During
the troubles Constantine fed the
country, and an attack Of cholera end.
ed his miserable and devilish career.
The parade was reviewed by Gov
ernor eullom, of Illinois, and
General Harrison, mayor of
Chicago. Tonight the various
societies will hold a grand banquet at
Palmer house for the veterans of
the revolution and distinguished
Chief-of. Police Simon O'Donnell.
of Chicago, resigned his Office to-day.
aud most likely will return to his old
position Of captain Of the First pre-
einct. Captain VIM. McGarrigle has
been appointed as chief. Chief O'Don
nell commenced at the lowest round of
the police ladder. The Daily News
an eulogium Of him by SAYING
that his record is beyond the shadow
Of reproach.
Chicago's fire department is going
to adopt a ladder designed by Mayor