St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1886-03-18
ERELAND's OWN DAY.
Observance of ST. Patrick's Day
ST. PauI.

count of the approaching Dlenn!u cohNSh-
ton of the Ancient Order of Hibernans 10
be held here in May, when grand demon
stration will be made by the Irish-Amerl-
cans of this city and the attendant delegates
IRON all parts of the United States. On
account of this celebration, the lrishmen
Of this city represSed their enthusiasm yes
terday and are saving their strength for 1t.
But the day did not pass without a
number of gatherings i'll its honors ana the
green ribbon and sprig of shamrock adorned
the lapels of loyal sons OF Erin. In ac-
cordance with the time hOnored tradition
of these ATTITUDES it rained on ST. Patrick 5
dav. although but for short time i'll the
middle of the day. Bishop Ireland was
greeted BY the Father Matthew society at
noon. In the afternoon the Ancient ORDER
of Hibelnians met and listened to addresses.
In the evening number of ST. Patncks
day entertainments with programs appro-
pirate to the day were given by people OF
Irish nationality in different parts OF the
city.
In the morning a large number filled the
cathedral where high mass was celebrated
by Father Shauley, and an eloquent sermon
was preached BY the Rt. Rev, Bishop
Ireland. In tins Bishop Ireland told again
the long story Of Erin'S wrongs. The long
night was breaking after 4 persecution
which led one TO wonder that there yet
exists an Irish people. The speaker re-
viewed the present struggle which is being
made bv Ireland under the leadership OF
Parnell for home rule and her own landlords,
and claimed that England should grant
these demands as an act OF simple justice.
Referring to Gladstone, Bishop Ireland
thought he was inclined to do justice in his
dealings with the Irish people.
Al the conclusion Of the services at the
Cathedral the Father Matthew society paid
visit 10 the bishop at his residence. On
arriving, Capt. NJ. J. O'ConOr made re-
marks as follows. which We're listened to
by throng which blocked the sidewalks:
ADDRESS TO BISHOP IRELAND.
Rt. Rev. Bishop Ireland; In the absence
of a general demonstration the Father
Mathew society and the people of the Cathe-
dral parish feel that they would be derelict in
their duty were they to allow St. Patrick's
day to pass without paying their respects to
you as our spiritual guide. 1t is unnecessary
TO assure you how fully we appreciate your
noble efforts for the general welfare OF our
holy religion. both at home and throughout
the nation, wherever your presence is re-
CURED We are always sure that we are
represented with dignity and power that is
crGditabe alike to the church and to the
great state Of Minnesota. We view with
profound satisfaction the fact that our holy
religion is keeping pace with the march of
events, and that our losses through dark in
fidelity in the old world are more than bal
anced by aceesSiCnS from the bright, healthy
intellect OF our own great republic where the
church is justly looked upon as prominent
bulwarks of morality.
As dCciples Of an eminent apostle of the
church he who prayed that the faith OF
the children of Erin might never fail,
prayer which we hope has been
1avorably answered, we celebrate to-day
the anniversary of our glorious patron, St.
Patrick, / find it difficult to mention the name
of Erin or her sons without allowing their
present hopes aud aspirations to absorb all
other thoughts. The Irish people to-day,
from ali parts of the globe, are auXiously
watching the progress of events in that dear
Old land where st. Patrick planted the stand
ard of Christianity, all hoping that fair
measure Of political justice may be granted
to Il lOng-sLnering people, we ask that Ire
land may be permitted to legislate for herself,
as Canada and other British colonies do.
And why not, as an act of justice? For
hundreds of years, wherever England has
been successful on land or sea. Inshmen
formed the imperial guard OF her forces. ]
am proud TO say they were not in the
army that fought the American coonists
they refused 10 dorso. But the CAROLS,
Barrys, Moylans O'Briens. Doughertys
and hundreds nay, thousands of Irish Catno-
lies who were here were all in the army of
Liberty.
''Oh. next to our glorious rebel chief,
And next on the page Of fame.
a tower OF strength in bold relief
Stands Charles Carroll name
Where those men led the masses followed.
ireland deserves respect in her great strug-
gle. We know, Rt. Reverend Sir, that you
and all Hberty-lOving people will unite with
us in our prayer that another anniversary of
this day may not roll around without seeing
the Irish people in Ireland enjoying equal
privileges with other British subjects; that
they may, nj least, taste of that liberty that
j. 50 thoroughly enjoyed by their kindred i'm
the United States, where freedoms flag waves
as the emblem of equal rights to all American
citizens. In conclusion. Rt. Reverend Sir
allow me, on behalf Of your people here
assembled, to wish you long life, and many
very happy returns Of st. Patrick's day.
In reply Bishop Ireland thanked his Wis
itorS, and assured them that he had hopes
for 4 glorious era yet to come for Ireland.
In the struggle for Irish independence Irish
Americans play an important part, and had
rendered great assistance to their brethren.
who should thank their fellow Americans
for no other nation had been so loyal. In
this country the Irishmen were loyal to
the American flag, and they should never
forget the duty which they owe to their
adopted country. Referring to the temper
ance societies, Bishop Ireland said they
were chief among the factors in the liberia
ton of Ireland. Self-control, resulting from
temperance, was one of the great benefits
lntempeTance, as far as it exists among the
Irish people. is a relic of past misery. In
this era of liberation Irishmen should free
themselves from allegiance to Intoxicating
liquors. The bishop then made powerful
appeal to his auditors to hate saloons and
everything connected with intoxicating
liquors. Il hold in my hand" said
the bishop. "a bit of shamrock
that | received but last night direct from
Ireland. Usually when it is sent it is with
cred and dry, but this is green and still has
its freshness and life. 1t seems as if this
were typical of the new life that shall come
to Ireland, that is almost here, and that we
may hope to see ere many anniversaries of
this day shall have come" AS the bishop
closed he was loudly applauded. and in re-
spouse to calls, Rev. Father Stanley made
brief address.
THANKS TO PARNELL.
At o'clock yesterday afternoon the An
cient Order of HbenianS to the number of
nearly 500 assembled in their hall. corner of
Third and jackson streets, to celebrate st.
Patrick's day. Addresses were made by
Hon. c. ID. O'Brien, Judge j. J. Eagan.
NJ. j. OCOnnor and Nj. J. Bell. Can't.
Michael Whelean and T. T. Marshall gave
Rotations. The meeting was a very en-
thusiastic one The following resolution
was adopted:
q Resolved, By the Ancient Order OF TJiber-
mans and Irishfnen of st. Paul assembled ON
this st. Patrick's day, 1885, that while com
memorating the virtues of our patron saint
and his achievements on behalf of religion
and country, we extend to our second libero-
tor Charles Stewart Parnell, the grateful
thanks of Irishmen and Americans for his
efforts in behalf of the freedom and prosper
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