Death of Mr. John Redmond

The death of Mr. John Redmond, MP Leader of the Irish Parliamentary Party which took place in London on Wednesday, after undergoing an operation, will we feel sure be learned with feelings of deep regret by Irishmen of all shades of opinion the world over. For nearly forty years he was connected with Parliamentary life, and was a faithful follower of his predecessor, the late Mr. Parnell, up to the time of that gentleman's tragic end and final disappearance from the political arena. On becoming Leader of the Party, Mr. Redmond worked earnestly and well for the national good. Everything that tended to foster industries and help to advance the interests of the agricultural and working classes had his wholehearted support and that of the Party. Under his regime, many useful measures for the general welfare of the country were enacted and placed on the Statute Book. Owing to British prejudice, and a variety of causes altogether unforeseen, the lamented deceased passed away before the realisation of the object on which he had set his heart—Irish Legislative independence. He performed excellent service for the benefit of the country during trying and perilous times which history shall record and for which his countrymen should feel grateful. Notwithstanding all that has been said, constitutional agitation is not to be despised and can accomplish more in the long—run that the "wait see" policy of its opponents. What Ireland wants at the present moment is peace and quietness, and every effort on the part of the people to promote and foster the material and industrial resources of the country. The remains were removed from London to Wexford, and the interment is to take place in the ancient cemetery near the ancestral home at Aughvana. The Galway Urban Council adjourned their meeting on Thursday as an expression of the widespread regret felt at his death; and resolutions of condolence were passed by the Galway National Club and other public bodies.