But how different was the spirit in which the great Dominican recalled these events from that in which the "popular orators," scattering firebrands and death, delight to dwell upon them! At Strabane station we found a handsome outside car waiting on us, and drove off briskly for this charming place, the home of one of the most active and prosperous manufacturers in Ireland.

A little more than half way between the station and Sion House, Mr.Herdman met us afoot.

We jumped off and walked up with him.

Sion House, built for him by his brother, an accomplished architect, is a handsome Queen Anne mansion.

It stands on a fine knoll, commanding lovely views on all sides.