Obituary Notice
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b0 them to take a swim. He consented, but can- tioned them to wait for a while, since they had just finished their dinner. Coufr. Albert, how- ever, made little of the Lector’s advice, main- taining that there was really nothing to fear, and went into the river. He was told to keep near the shore, but he allowed himself to be guid- ed only by his own inclination. Having gone farther out into the river, almest at once he disappeared under the water, and was seen no more. None of his companions knew how to swim, therefore nothing could be done for him, except to pray for him, while the lather Lector gave the unfortunate young man_ conditional absolution. The company returned home with feelings that can well be imagined; and after three days the student’s body appeared right opposite the Catholic Church of Rustchuk, about six miles from the spot where he was drowned. _ The funeral then took place, and he was buried in our cemetery. 20 MH. Caruelins uf St. Inseph. Died August 24,at St. Mungo’s, Glasgow; St. Joseph’s , Province, IIe was born in Arklow, Archdiocese of Dib- lin, Ireland, January 26, 1848, and his secular name was Daniel MeGrath. We lost both of his parents in his childhood, and went to live with
51 some of his relatives in Dublin, where he first Wentto school. At fourteen years of age he was mployed in a mercantile house, where he re- tained for some six years, when he applied for admission amongst us. He had been teaching atechism im our elurch fora few years previous fo setting ont for the noviliate, commencing thus early to discharge the role of an apostle. ‘Then, feeling himself called to a more perfect life, he began to study Latin privately, during every free moment not only of his evenings, but even dur- -Jng his business hours whenever an opportunity offered. To the joy of his heart he was finally ; accepted as a student novice, and repaired to our novitiate at Broadway, in Worcestershire, FEng- “land, being then 20 vears old. There he was in- “vested with the‘holy habit and made his profes- sion on the 29th of May, 1869; and on the termin- ation of his studies was ordained priest at Pente- cost 1875. Beine blessed with a robust constitution, ‘and what was better, with a fervent soul, he ap- plied himself to the work of preaching, and in a short while acquired an honorable and enviable Teputation as an efficient missionary. For the “pace of 12 years he was almost incessantly oc- copied on missions and retreats both in Ireland and England. But he labored most, and effeeted the most for the welfare of his neighbor in St. Mungo's parish, Glasgow, Scotland. Let it be said without any invidious comparisons, that no priest in Glasgow, ov maybe in all Scotland was
b2 more widely known and respected than our good I’. Cornelius. There was even a time when Tre attained national fame, on account of the herote stand that he took in checking or repressing pub- lie exeesses and abuses, and if was owing to his uutiring zeal and the absolute justice of his cause that he succeeded to a very great degree in the face of the most determined bigotry and sordid interest. Besides working for the welfare of the parish, I’. Cornelins was chaplain of the eity prisons for seven years. It was indeed in this latter eapaei- ty that he became so well known, and had num- berless opportunities of helping the unfortunate. Tlis charity and self-denial were unlimited, and it was at this price that he won recognition and appreciation from both Catholics and Prot- estants alike. He proved himself the friend, the shepherd and the father of all the prisoners, men and wonren; ever ready to redress their grievances, adjust their difficulties, solace their couseieuce; and after their liberation, was solici- tous In finding them sympathetic friends, and suitable employment. Yet whilst thus engaged in the multiform details of practical and often thankless charity, he was always and everywhere the exemplary religious and the perfect Cliris- tian gentleman. The hour of his reward was now at hand. On the 10th of August he was attacked with an obstinate blood-poisoning, as the result of an injury. Tis malady steadily grew worse, where-
53 upon the last sacraments were adininistered, and with singular piety he prepared for eternity. Having received the last blessing, and assisted by all his brethren, he yielded up his zealous soul into the hands of his God. The news of his demise spread quickly thru’ the city; and tho’ his popularity was never ques- tioned, it showed itself ou the largest scale by the thousands that flocked to pay their last re- spects to the dead Passionist. Vast crowds as- sembled to view his remains; and a countless throng of respectful and grateful mourners fol- lowed all that was mortal of good, dear I. Cor- nelius to the cemetery, where he slumbers in the hope of.a glorious resurrection. 21. Ganfr. Anapitus of St. Clement. Died August 30, In the Retreat of St. Mary of the Angels, Province of the Addolorata. Ife was born in Arienza, diveese of Acerra, December 20, 1888, of Angelo and Augela-Maria Montesarchio, and was baptized John. Warly in life he learned to love our Congregation, a8 he lived near our Retreat at Airola, where he was clothed with the habit February 4, 1904. After his profession he was sent to the Retreat of Our Lady of the Angels to commence his studies. A few months later he had a few hemorrhages, but at first it was thought they
Source: Obituary Notices, Provincial Archive, St Joseph's Province. Passionist Congregation.