33/36 Mr.O'Connell disappeared from the scene of his glory, which relapsed to the guidance of his intolerant and intemperate son. Some attempts were made to force him to a reconciliation, which in public he appeared to yield to, but which in private he exercised his utmost cunning to baffle. In the midst of this scene of distraction, Mr.O'Connell died. The news was a stunning blow to the nation. A great reaction, for a short time, ensued. |