- 17 - than that presented to our view at this stage of the proceedings. The richness and beauty of tne vestments, the chaste and beautiful decorations of the tabernacle and sanctuary, the venerable and sanctified appearance of His Grace, the BishOps, and clergy. all were calculated to make impressions on the mind of the spectator, and excite emotions, not easily effaced or subdued. After the first gospel, the preacher, the Rev. Canon Woods of Halifax, having first received his Grace's benediction, ascended the pulpit and delivered an elegant discourse suitable to the occasion. He proved the divine origin of the Episcopacy from the scripture and the testimony of the Fathers, pointed out the many and onerous duties connected with the office of Bishop. enlarged on the claims which a BishOp has on the fidelity and obedience of tsose over whom he rules; and concluded by passing a very high eulogium on the two divines who were that day about to be elevated to the episcopal dignity, for their Zeal in the discharge of their duties while missionaries.

'The sermon over, the ceremony was proceeded with in the usual manner and with the utmost regularity and precision. Old and experienced clergymen assert that they have seldom seen the solemn ceremonies of the church performed in better order; and everyone, we are assured, who took part in the proceedings was thoroughly acquainted with his business. At the conclusion of the mass the ArchbishOp, the other Bishops and clergy all returned to the Episcopal Palace in the same order in which they came to the Cathedral in the morning.

The church was beautifully and tastefully decorated for the occasion - evidences of the taste and skill of the good sisters of

the congregation of Notre Dame being conspicuous in every part of

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tne interior of the building-"