Father Marty was no great politician, and desired no rebellion against England.

Even in the days of O'Connell and repeal he had been but luke-warm.

But justice for Ireland in the guise of wealthy English husbands for pretty Irish girls he desired with all his heart.

He was true to his own faith, to the backbone, but he entertained no prejudice against a good looking Protestant youth when a fortunate marriage was in question.

So little had been given to the Irish in these days, that they were bound to take what they could get.