Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Thomas Maurice Mulry"" written by Thomas Francis Meehan is a biography that chronicles the life and accomplishments of Thomas Maurice Mulry. Mulry was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, serving as the bishop of the Diocese of Wilmington, Delaware from 1886 until his death in 1907.The book provides a detailed account of Mulry's early life, including his upbringing in Ireland and his immigration to the United States as a young man. It also covers his education and ordination as a priest, as well as his early years in the ministry.The bulk of the book focuses on Mulry's tenure as bishop of Wilmington, during which he oversaw significant growth and development in the diocese. The book describes Mulry's efforts to expand the Catholic Church in Delaware, including the establishment of new parishes and the construction of new churches and schools.In addition to his work in the Church, the book also covers Mulry's involvement in various social and political issues of the time, including labor relations and immigration.Overall, ""Thomas Maurice Mulry"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life of a significant figure in the Catholic Church and in the history of Delaware.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
