James Luke Meagher

Meagher, James Luke, clergyman ; b. in Ireland, Aug. 14, 1848 ; s. John and Bridget (Connelly) 'Meagher; relative of the famous Gen. T. F. Meagher, commander of "Irish Brigade" during Civil War; prepared for Cornell Univ., but went to Montreal, where was prof., 1 year, in St. Mary's Coll. ; then studied French and sciences, two years in philosophy, and 3½ years, divinity. Ordained, 1875, priest in Roman Catholic Church and began ministry.