THE LATE MR PARNELL.
[By Eleotkhj Tkleobaph—Cottbight.] LPn Puss Assoouhoh.j
LONDON, October 10. Mr Parneil's mother is showing symptoms of insanity, consequent on grief at the death of her son. She believe* he was murdered. National subscriptions are being raised in New York and Chicago for the purpose .of erecting a statue or tribute to Mr Parneil's memory. The body haßbeen removed from Brighton to Dublin, and was escorted by numerous members of his party. There was no demonstration in Eogland. The principal railway companies in Ireland intend to run special trains to carry those desirous of attending' the funeral. It is expected that there wnl be a tremendous demonstration at the grave. Fearing an attack by the mob on arrival of the corpse in Dubun, none of the followers of Mr Justin M'Carthy attended. Many of the public bodies in Ireland have carried motions expressing sympathy and regret at the death of Mr Parnell. It is announced that the Chicago Irish deeline to recognise as leader of the party any of those who took a prominent part in the late crusade against the deceased. The 'United Ireland' publishes an inflammatory article, in which it gives the names of several politicians and others whom it declares virtually murdered Mr Parnell. During his visit to Ireland Mr John Dillon was hustled by the mob, and there were loud cries of " Murdered i" LONDON, October 11. (Received October 12,1891. at lftfift ».m.) Posters have been stuck up in Cork surrounded by mourning borders, proclaiming Mr Parnell murdered to please the English. The body will lie in state in Dablin Council Hall to-day. The interest in Mr Parneil's death quite eclipses that displayed about Mr Smith's. Lord Spencer, speaking at Grantham, Baid that Ireland had lost her greatest leader since O'Connell. Elaborate precautions are being taken by the police to prevent a disturbance at tb» funeral. Mottoes are exhibited asserting that Mr Parnell was murdered, and revenge ia being prepared. Mr Dillon's residence and the office of the 1 Freeman's Journal' are guarded. It is expected that the situation will lead to union between the clerical and the anticlerioal sections. LATER, A downpour of rain destroyed the mementoes piled on the coffin. A million people were present at the arrival of the body at the grave. The proceedings were quiet. (Received October 12,1891, at 12.30 p.m.) Six hundred people passed through the van containing Mr Parneil's remains at Willesden, and kissed the foot of the coffin. Mrs Parneil's wreath was inscribed "My true love, my husband king."
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Evening Star, Issue 8644, 12 October 1891, Page 2
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424THE LATE MR PARNELL. Evening Star, Issue 8644, 12 October 1891, Page 2
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