DIOCESE OF AUCKLAND.

New Zealand Tablet, Volume XXIX, Issue 45, 7 November 1901, Page 19

DIOCESE OF AUCKLAND.

(From our own correspondent.)

October 31. Rev. Father Gillan has had a few days' holiday at the Lakes, a much needed rest, as there are few harder workers than he. His Lordship the Right Rev. Dr. Grimes, S.M., who had been sojourning for some time at che Lakes, left for the South by the east coast last Tuesday afternoon. The Rev. Father Crotty preaohed at St. Patrick's last Sunday evening, and on Monday left for Sydney in the Elingamite on his way to Europe.

A new departure, and worthy of every commendation, has been inaugurated at St. Patrick's by Rev. Father Patterson who has placed upon the Purgatorial list the names of the deceased collectors who have in times gone by rendered invaluable servioes at the Cathedral,

A private letter received here says that the Rer. Father Ains worth was to have left Liverpool for New York on September 28, and 'Frisco by the Sonoma on October 24, and was due in Auokland on November 13.

The annual prayers and devotions for the dead will take place in the Symond street oemetery next Sunday afternoon. His Lordship the Bishop will attend, and Rev. Father Gillan is to preach on the occasion. The Rosary will be recited by the people, and the united choirs of the city under Mr. P. F. Hiscooka, are to sing the 'De Profundis,' etc. The collection is to be devoted to keep the cemetery in order.

The following were the passes from the oonvent schools at the Trinity College music examinations: — Senior Division — Pass: Matilda Brown (St. Mary's Convent High School, Ponßonby). Intermediate Division— Pass : Janie Amodeo (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Gertrude Bray (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Ellen Brown (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Eileen Cronin (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Winifred Little (St. Patrick's Convent High School), Nellie Mahoney (Bt. Mary s, Ponaonby), Eileen Mathias (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Florence Quinn (St. Patrick's Convent High School), Alda Ralph (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Katie Rogers (St. Patrick's Convent High School), Rit» Sullivan (St Mary's, Ponsonby) Junior Division— Pass : Eileen Cullen (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), May Dickey (St. Leo's Academy, Devonport), Mary Donovan (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Mary Joseph (St, Joseph's Convent, Surrey Hills), Eva McDonald (St. Mary's, Poiißonby), Katie Muhoney (St. Mary's, Ponsonby), Ivy O'Brien (St. Patrick's Convent High School), Mabel Parker (St. Patrick's Convent High fechool), Clare Sommerville (Bt. Mary's, Ponsonby). Preparatory Grade— Gladys Foley (St. Patrick's Convent High School). Fjnny O'Connell (St. Joseph's Convent School, Surrey Huls), Rose O'Oonnell (St. Joseph's, Surrey Hills), William J. Ralph (St. Mary's, Poneonby). Intermediate— Honors Division : Mies Nelly F. Ormond (Miss Ada Yates, teacher). Junior Division— Miss Uutcheson (Miss M. Lorrigan). A very interesting lecture, aided by limelight illustrations, was delivered last Tuesday evening in the Hibernian Hall, under the auspices of the Auckland Catholic Literary Society, by Rev. Father Moore. Mr. W. Nolan, president, occupied the chair. There was a large and appreciative audience, amonjrst whom were Very Rev. Dr. Egan and Rev. Father Buckley. The subject was 'Japan,' which the rev. lecturer treated in a moat instructive and fascinating manner. He dealt with the religion, eocial customfl, and commercial life of this most interesting country and people. The great n ass of the population was religiously inclined according to their lights, but were decidedly superstitious, while the educated claßs was deeply impregnated with unbelief in any form of religion. The templea were described ; some of them were unique and artistic. The simple habits of the people were portrayed ; their hospitality was unbounded, while their respect for law and order was particularly striking. Though but a few years had elapsed Hinoe Japan had adopted Western customs, yet the strides made were astounding. The vast resources and possibilities of Japan were of the greatest magnitude. The lecture lasted two and a half hours, and never once during its recital did the interest in it flag, Father Moore spoke without not*s, a proof that he was thoroughly conversant with his subjeot. The views displayed were very fine, most of which were taken on the spot by Father Moore. A hearty vote of thanks to the rev. lecturer for his able, interesting and cultured address, was moved by Mr. M. J. Sheahan, J.p, and seconded by Mr. J. J. O'Brien, and carried by acclamation. A very successful concert and dramatic entertainment were given in the Hibernian Hall laet Tuesday evening by the pupils of St. Patrick's convent schools. The building was packed, many haviner to ntand throughout. Rev. Fathers Patterson, Purton, ana Bucklev were present. The following excellent programme was gone through, and reflected much credit upon the zealous* and untiring Sisters and their talented pupils : — Duet (2 pianos), Misses Grace (2), Corley, and Hynes ; chorus, pupils of St. Joseph's sohool ; vocal trio, Misses F. Quinn, M. Graham, and Beehan ; duet (2 pianos), Misses Hartley, Locke, Metcalfe, and M Tobin ; song, Misses Beehaa (2) W. Little, Ormond. Foley, and Stitt, and Master White, Hansen, and < >'Connor ; chorus, pupils ; duet (2 pianos), Misses Beehan, W Little, Rogt-rs, and Parker ; song, pupils ; chorus, pupil* ; vocal duet, Misses Lydia and Lily Beehan ; son*, Misses M. Graham and F. Quinn. The accompanists were Miss Quinn (piano), and Miss Beryl Graham, and Mr. H. Hiecocks (violin). During the interval a duet on two pianos was played by Misses Corley, Rogers, Beehan, and W Little. In the drama, • Th^ oost of a protnice,' the characters were taken by Misses C. Little, F. Quinn ( A. (Jraie B r}l Graham, Metcalfe. M Graham, N. Rist, Lyui^

Beehan, Qninlan, M. Lonergan, and E. Little. The Rev. Father Father Patterson during the interval returned thanks, on behalf of the Bishop, clergy, and people, to the Sisters of Mercy for the splendid entertainment given by their pupils. It showed beyond doubt that the training in our schools was in advance of any other, and it behoved tail to unite in supporting such excellent institutions.