THE CATHOLIC BAZAAR.

Observer, Volume 3, Issue 68, 31 December 1881, Page 244

THE CATHOLIC BAZAAR.

The Catholic Bazaar, in Mr Rat-tray's building, lias been largely attended during tbe Christinas holidays, and in spite of two days of wet weather, the proceeds, up to Wednesday evening, exceeded .-6500, which will doubtless be augmented by further receipts. The bazaar will bo open on this (Friday) and Saturday evenings, when the residue of the goods will be sold by auction. The bazaar was initiated about four months ago by the ladies whose names are given in connection with the stalls, and by the following gentlemen: — Messrs. O. Mahon, P. 13rophy, J. Larkin, P. Diguan, J. Clarke, jun., and other members of the Building Committee. Mr Mahon, upon whom the brunt of the work fell, was most indefatigable in his efforts to render the bazaar a financial success, and the result is creditable to all who have contributed towards that end. All the arrangements were carried out with method, skill, and taste, and with a degree of spirit that placed failure o\it of the question. The si aircase ascending to the spacious rooms in which the bazaar is held is tastefully decorated with the Hags of all nations, and the rooms with flags and ferns. The refreshment stall, immediately on the left of the landing, is effi -': v ntly presided over by Mesdamcs Mc-Intyrc, O'J-nvd, and Haslem, assisted by Mrs Connolly and Miss Clark. At the flower stall Mrs Lewison has been the presiding lady. Mr Lewison presented a very handsome silver cross, which elicited much admiration. 2s T o. 1 stall was presided over by Mesdamcs Brophy, and Lynch. Amongst a profusion of articles, displayed at this stall we may mention several beautiful chair cushions and stools. The chairs by Miss Ellen Maher ; stools by Mrs Brophy, Mrs Lynch and Miss Lynch ; wax (lowers by Mrs Mahon, and Mrs Larkins ; raised wool work cushions by Miss Willis ; baby squares by Mrs J. Warren ; cushions and smoking caps by Mrs Lanigan ; and anlimacassers, by Miss Branigan, exhibited tasteful and delicate execution, and were greatly admired. The ladies of No. 2 stall were Mesdames R. J. O'Sullivan, L. O'Brien, and the Misses Field, Lundon, Lorigan, Stephcnson, and Outhwaite. The Misses Outhwaile exhibited some well, executed paintings. Two copies of Turner's, in oil, were among the chief attractions at this stall. The Misses McLoughlin presented a number of chairs of rare workmanship and chaste design ; and some of the embroidery and a hand-painted table by Miss O'Sullivan were objects of great interest. A gipsy table, in scarlet, beautifully embroidered by Miss O'Brien, was another cltef-d'aeiicre of this collection, as was also a magnificent counterpane, valued at £12, made by Mrs Lorigan and Miss O'Brien. This latter was one of the most deservedly admired of all the many rare and beautiful exhibits at this bazaar. An alb of the finest Limerick lace, by Miss McLoughlin ; a stole, by Mrs O'Brien; a fine oil painting of Waiwcra, and a series of pen and ink sketches, by Miss Outhwaite, which were genuine works of art ; a spirited oil painting, representing tbe landing of Captain Cook at Doubtless Bay, by Mrs Nolan; two vases of wax flowers, ottomans and cushions in great variety, and other exhibits of the same character were also shown in great profusion at this stall. A splendid ottoman, in embroidered velvet, was beautifully mounted by Mr Norrie, of Shortlaud-street. No. 3 stall was presided over by Mesdames Mahoney, Lynch, Darby, Dinnin, and McDonald, assisted by the Misses Darby, Warner, Grey and Mahoney. Amongst the most prominent articles were a magnificent inlaid work-table, and tasteful cushions, by Mrs McDonald, a lady's woolwork rocking-chair, piano chairs, and a large tablecover, by tbe Misses Mahoney and Darby ; several water-colour pictures, exhibiting great taste and skilful execution, by Mr T. Mahoney ; wax flowers, by Miss Grey ; and other articles, by Miss T. Stodart. At the time we visited this stall the greater portion of the goods had been disposed of and removed. At No. 4 stall the ladies were Mesdames Dignan, Boylan, and the Misses Boylan and Tole. Prominent amongst the exhibits was a magnificent humeral veil, made by Miss K. Sheehan, which was certainly one of the finest specimens of artistic work in the bazaar. The other noticeable articles were a handsomely embroidered chair, by Mrs J. B. Graham ; a table ornamented with crewel work ; a gipsy chair, with crewel embroidery, by Miss L. Staunton, whose work exhibited artistic skill and taste ; brackets in leather work by Misses Canning and Londergan ; elbow cushions by Mrs P . Dignan ; cushions, ornamented with fillagre, by Mrs R. Dignan ; cushion, by Miss B. Hobbs ; a w r ool-work chair and a splendid rug by Miss Tole ; cushions by Miss Kirby ; a tajjestry table-cloth by Miss Annie Bond; large fender stool by Miss Kate Ryan, and other small goods. A fine pen and ink drawing of the new church by Mr T. Mahoney, jun. was much admired. On the whole the exhibits reflected great credit on the rare skill, industry and taste of the ladies who so liberally contributed. The concert has been posponed until the end of January.