The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-04-17
uNosTENTATIous HERorsM.
The Noble Work OF the Rev. Father e
A. Ashfield--Reception to Bishop
Rademacher


Rademacher.
Invitations are out for reception to the
Rt. Rev. Joseph Rademacher, Bishop Of
the Catholic ChuRh in Tennessee. The
affair, which viii occur tomorrow even
ing, promises to be one OF the most en-
joyable held in Memphis for years, and
marks the introduction to the public Of an
organization deserving Of the highest COM
mendations for its laudable object and the
seli-sacrifcing gentleman who has brought
it into existence. The organization is st.
Dominic's Union, founded by the Rev. l..
A. Ashfeld, OF st. Peters parish. This
faithful priest came 10 Memphis only
year or two ago, and Immediately took up
q work which many others had attempted
but gave up In despair before any
material Roadway had been made.
But Father Ashfield, with his peculiar
magnetism among this class OF humanity,
together with heroic spirit OF sclf-sacri-
fee and devotion TO the noble cause, has
been crowned with the most triumphant
success. st. Dominics Union is confined
TO no creed or sect, but stands an inviting
home for all young men, with every APP
plance for moral pleasures and intellectual
pursuits. Unlike the Young Mems Chris
tan association, tho founder has pre-
scribed no religious services, even OF the
mildest type. In fact, IL is distinctly UNI
derstood that the club is not for that pur-
pose, further than the tendency OF infiu-
ence and example. The sole object Is TO
receive the young men with open-hearted
welcome, and surround them with every
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character. These are the leading maya
zines, daily and weekly papers, including
those Of the higher sporting character;
billiard tables and other interesting
appliances with which TO pass
an evening delightfully."- and profit
ably. There is no rigid examination prior
TO membership, and yet no broad, unre-
strained invitation TO any and all. AS the
originator Of the union, Father Ashiield is
allowed 10 conduct the solicitations in his
own way and at his own pleasure, though
all his associates unite in contributing en-
tertainmcnt and instruction. The hall OF
the order is in ST. Peters school building,
Washington street. below Third, and the
membership numbers between ninety and
100. Its running expenses arc betrayed
by associate members, who cheeriully pay
tables and other furniture are the contribu-
tons OF generous admirers OF Father Ash
field and his mission with the young men.
Father Ashfield is popular not only in
his own church and immediate circle, but
with Protostants and worldlians as we'll.
and this is not 10 be wondered nj when IL
Ia known and remembered that in his
dealings with the young men he knows no
sect or creed. and throws aside all personal
luxury OF comfort. Everything he has
| that can 20 10 such cause Is at the COM
mand Of his especial fayorites. lie un-
hesitatingly relieves distress among them
| II Il requires every cent he has received
for baptisms, marriages or from other
ministerial sources. One instance ol
this win suffice 10 show his
undivided devotion IN this direction: A
Young man whom lac knew not save
as he knows all OF them. was arrested
and Jailed on suspicion Of insanity, The
unfortunate man was hard drinker, and
the supposed insanity was nothing NOR
than the effects Of prolonged meddlinf
with the cup. Father Ashfcld quietly
interested himself in the young mnn'i
behalf, secured his release, provided him
with everything needed TO give him
ecntecl appearance once more. and the
reformation was complete. And there h
vet another way in which the earnes
priest maniicsis his unninching fidelity Z
the philanthropic cause he has ospoused
Whenever young man stands In need o
employment he strives when and whcr
ever possible TO procure II for him, and IL
case Of success land this nearly Away
follows) danger from deception Is alta min
imum. His friend and moral protecio
looks 10 that through the highest type o
rcstralnt-Godly walk and example, an,
all-powerful encouragement Who vii
or can say that there IL not more than
temporary or passing effect In this nobl,
institutions and its methods. twill reacl
aud royolulionizc the heart where hundred
Of pulpit discourses would fall dead. TIT
foregoing facts will doubtless prove more
surprise 10 Father Ashield than any on
else, for all along he has avoided any wor'
that would lead TO a revelation Of his OBJ
jcct and plans, thus proving his sincerity b,
transformation. They were obtained from
an honorary member and an ardent fdcnC
OF the union.