Convent of the Order of Mercy, The Argus, Melbourne, 11 June 1858, p 5, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7295972:

Yesterday afternoon, the first stone of the new buildings of the Convent of the Order of Mercy, Nicholson-street, was laid with the usual formalities and religious ceremonies by the Right Rev. Bishop Goold, in the presence of a number of the clergy and laity. Among those present of the former, were the Very Rev. Dr. Fitzpatrick, V. G., the Very Rev. Dean Hayes, the Very Rev. Dr. Shiel, the Rev. Dr. Barry, and the Revs. Messrs. Power, Fenelly (Ballaarat), and Stack. [...]

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Shipping. Arrival.—May 11, Sydney Morning Herald, 12 May 1860, p 4, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13040513:

City of Sydney (s.), 700 tons, Captain Moodie, from Melbourne 8th instant. Passengers - Rev. Mr. Power [...]

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Ceremony of Profession at Saint Vincent's, The Albury Banner and Wodonga Express, 15 August 1860, p 4, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264145586:

On last Saturday morning the Community of the Sisters of Charity, at St. Vincent's Hospital, received an accession to their numbers in the persons of two young ladies, Miss Unsworth and Miss Cunningham. [...] We noticed among the clergymen present —Right Rev. Abbott Gregory, V.G.; Rev. Father Sheridan, Very Rev. Dean O'Connell, Rev. Father Ford, Rev. Father Walsh, and Rev. Father Power, of Melbourne. [...]

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St. Mary's Catholic Literary Society, Freeman's Journal, Sydney, 30 May 1860, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114839020:

On the evening of Whit Monday, a tea-party and musical festival, in connection with the Catholic Literary Society of St. Mary's, was held in the seminary hall, which was decorated for the occasion. The chair was occupied by the Archbishop shortly after eight' o'clock. On the platform beside his Grace sat the Rev. Fr. Power (from Melbourne), several priests of the archdiocese, and some lay gentlemen. [...] The Rev. Mr. Power then briefly expressed the pleasure he experienced in being amongst them that evening, and the satisfaction which it afforded him to find that they had a society for such high and ennobling objects in this colony. To cultivate science and art, under the pastorate of the church, was the proper way for them to enlarge and cultivate their minds. It was such a mental course of training as had, humanly speaking, led France back once more into the pastures of the Church, and secured that kingdom from the dire results of those vices which ran riot at the Revolution. He was unable even to look round the walls of that hall without seeing signs of that unwearied care which their venerable Archbishop had evinced for them. He alluded to the pictures which his Grace had procured for them at Rome. Frequently had he heard his Grace speak of the pleasure which he felt in ruling the Catholics of this archdiocese, united, as they were, more like one family than a communion. Under his blessing, he could but think that they would prosper in whatever they undertook. Mr. Power having resumed his seat there was some more singing, and a short address from Captain S. Milford, after which the party broke up, at about twenty minutes past ten o'clock.

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Roman Catholic Church at Double Bay, Sydney Morning Herald, 15 September 1860, p 8, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13045921:

Last night, pursuant to notice, a public meeting of the Roman Catholic parishioners of Darling Point, Double Bay, and the adjoining locality, was held at Mr. Edmonds, the Bayswater Hotel, having been there convened for the purpose of considering the best means to be adopted for the erection of a Catholic Church in that immediate neighbourhood. The business of the meeting (which was a very numerous and highly respectable one) was commenced at eight o'clock, when, on the motion of Mr. Lenehan, seconded by Mr. Milford, the Rev. Father Scully, the incumbent of the Church of the Sacred Heart, was placed in the chair. The rev. chairman commenced proceedings by reading the advertisement under which the meeting had been called together, under the express sanction of his Grace the Archbishop. He had been requested to preside on that occasion, as the clergyman of an adjacent cure, in the absence of the Rev. Mr. Power, who had been appointed by the Archbishop to the pastoral charge of the Catholics of that locality, but who, he deeply regretted to state, was, unfortunately, too ill to attend that evening, much as he desired to do so. [...] His Grace, when addressed on the matter by several gentlemen interested, had readily and kindly acceded to their request, and had appointed the Rev. Mr. Power, of Victoria—who was staying in this colony for his health—to assume the pastoral charge of that locality. [...]

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Local Intelligence. Roman Catholicism, The Pastoral Times and Deniliquin Telegraph, 7 December 1860, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article271089934:

We have it on good authority that the Rev. Mr. Power, Roman Catholic Clergymen, is to be appointed for these districts. Mr. Power is a gentleman of high attainments and active habits, and well capable of undergoing the fatigue of travelling through the country. The people of the district will no doubt come forward and accord a hearty welcome to the new pastor.

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Telegraphic Intelligence, The Border Post, Albury, 9 Jan 1861, p 1, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article285499486:

[...] The Rev. Mr. Power has been appointed Pastor for the district of Deniliquin. [...]

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Local Intelligence. Roman Catholicism, The Pastoral Times and Deniliquin Telegraph, 18 January 1861, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article271091068:

The Rev. Dr. Power will leave Sydney for this district on Tuesday next.

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St. Patrick's Day at Deniliquin, The Pastoral Times and Deniliquin Telegraph, 22 March 1861, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article271093687:

On Monday a public dinner was held at Iron's Hotel, South Deniliquin, in honor of the Patron Saint of the Emerald Isle. The affair was very hastily got up, consequently the attendance was limited, and confined to about fifteen gentlemen. The Police Magistrate, Mr. Kelly, presided, and Mr. A. McCollough was in the Vice-chair. The Rev. Dr. Power, the newly arrived Roman Catholic minister, sat on the right of the chair. The usual loyal toasts having been drunk, the "Memory of St. Patrick" was given and properly responded to. There were several neat speeches made, especially one by Dr. Power, who expressed his earnest desire to forward by every means in his power those matters having for their object the social advancement of Deniliquin. Several good songs were sung, and the party broke up by eleven o'clock.

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Lecture on the Science of Social Life, The Pastoral Times and Deniliquin Telegraph, 10 May 1861, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article271093651:

On Friday evening last, the Rev. Dr. Power, the Roman Catholic clergyman stationed in this district, delivered his promised lecture on the above subject at the Masonic Hall. The attendance was very good indeed, and those who helped to bring about the evening's business certainly had the gratification of finding that their endeavors to aid the funds of the National School movement were well supported by the public. At half-past seven, Mr. Wren, after some introductory observations by way of introducing the lecturer to the meeting, took the chair, and Dr. Power spoke as follows:— [...]

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Hay, The Pastoral Times: incorporated with the Southern Courier, South Deniliquin, 8 November 1861, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article270651747:

The Rev. Dr. Power preached here last Sunday. Some of our townsmen availed themselves of the opportunity of having their children christened.

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Lower Murrumbidgee, Sydney Morning Herald, 12 November 1861, p 3, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13065094:

The Rev. Dr. Power, Roman Catholic minister of Deniliquin, has just visited us. He celebrated mass and preached at Hay on Sunday last, and has since been staying on the Lower Murrumbidgee.

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Epitome of News, The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser, 17 January 1863, p 3, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188133751:

While the Rev. Dean O'Connell and the Rev. Mr. Power were lately driving through West Maitland, the horse slipped, and the dog-cart in which they were upset, throwing out both gentlemen. Fortunately neither sustained injury.

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The Rev. B. Power, Sydney Mail, 21 February 1863, p 5, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166657542:

This gentleman being about to retire from the Catholic mission of this colony, much to the regret of that portion of the community with whom he has been more immediately connected, a number of his friends have resolved to present him with a small testimonial of their esteem. Father Power is reputed to be an accomplished man and an excellent preacher. These are qualities which no section of the community can suffer the loss of without regret ; we are not, therefore, surprised that the Catholics of Sydney are grieved that the state of Mr. Power's health and ecclesiastical arrangements beyond their control are about to remove him from so large a sphere of usefulness.

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Shipping. Clearances.—February 21, Sydney Morning Herald, 23 February 1863, p 4, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13074666:

R.M.S.S. Madras, 980 tons, Captain Stead, for Point de Galle, via Melbourne, Passengers—[...] For Melbourne : Rev. Mr. Power [...]

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Geelong Advertiser, 5 March 1863, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148906539:

The funeral of the late Mr Collins, solicitor, on Friday last, was very respectably attended. [...] Arrived at the cemetery, the Rev Mr Power, who preceded, read the funeral service, and after an appropriate prayer, committed "dust to dust, ashes to ashes."—Creswick Advertiser.

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Marriages, The Star, Ballarat, 18 April 1863, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72556345:

On the 11th April, at the residence of the parents of the bride, by the Rev. Mr Slattery, assisted by the Revs. Messrs Power and Driscoll, David Fitzpatrick, Esq., J.P., to Maggie, youngest daughter of J.H. Walters, Esq., Corinella, Daylesford. No cards.
On the 11th April, at the residence of the parents of the bride, by the Rev. Mr Slattery, assisted by the Revs. Messrs Power and Driscoll, P. C. Fitzpatrick, Esq., Mining Surveyor and Registrar, Ballarat, to Mary, eldest daughter of J. H. Walters, Esq., Corinella, Daylesford. No cards.

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News and Notes, The Star, Ballarat, 9 June 1863, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72514863:

The Right Rev. Dr. Goold, the Roman Catholic Bishop of Melbourne, assisted by the Rev. Dr. Sheil and Father Power (observes our local correspondent) attended at the Roman Catholic Chapel in Creswick every day from Thursday to Saturday, for the purpose of administering to the spiritual want of his people and preparing persons desirous of confirmation. On Sunday, at 9 a.m., mass was celebrated by the Rev. Father Power; after which his Lordship confirmed a large number of people, both young and old. High Mass was then celebrated by his Lordship, assisted by the Revds. Dr. Sheil and Father Power. The Bishop then preached from 1 John, 3rd chapter, 13th and 18th verses, a most eloquent and impressive sermon on charity and brotherly love. The chapel was crowded to excess, and numbers were obliged to remain outside. A committee has been formed to collect subscriptions for the erection of a Presbytery, and from the enthusiasm manifested by the people on the subject, there is no doubt of its speedy erection. Coghill's Creek has been added by the Bishop to the Creswick parish, so the Catholic in- habitants of that portion of the district will be able to enjoy the attendance of a priest more regularly than before.

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News and Notes, The Star, Ballarat, 15 June 1863, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72515012:

On Sunday a missa cantata was celebrated in the church of St. Alipius, Melbourne road, in which the members of the Howson family sustained the principal vocal parts, they having most liberally volunteered their services on the occasion. The Rev. Dr. Sheil conducted the ceremony. The musical service included Haydn's Third or Imperial Mass, and selections from the same master's "Creation," and from the works of Mozart. [...] The harmonium was played with much taste by the Rev. Father Power—himself an accomplished musician. It having been announced that the missa cantata was for the purpose of inaugurating the newly purchased harmonium for the use of the church, the building was crowded by the members of the congregation and a large number of musical connoisseurs. The collection after the service amounted to upwards of fifty pounds.

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Roman Catholicism of the Bible. A Lecture, The Ballarat Star, 10 October 1865, p 3, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112879527:

A lecture on "The Roman Catholic doctrine of the use of the Bible," was delivered by the Rev. B. H. Power in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute, on Monday night.[...]

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On the Road, Pastoral Times and Echuca and Moama Chronicle, Deniliquin, 28 October 1865, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article267860361:

I am happy to inform you there is a possibility of it not being the Rev. Dr. Power, R.C.C.. who was drowned at Queensland while bathing. There was a Rev. Father Power, formerly of Geelong, and I believe that he was the unfortunate man who was drowned. Dr. Power formerly of Deniliquin is supposed to be at Ballarat, and the Rev. Mr Duigan told me this day that he scarcely believes Dr. Power would have left for Queensland without informing him, Mr. Duigan. Added to this, it is well known that Dr. Power's health would not permit of his indiscriminately bathing.

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Consecration of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Adelaide, The Herald, Melbourne, 16 August 1866, p 3, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244424968:

The vacancy in the present instance has occurred by the decease of the Right Rev. Dr. Geoghegan, who expired some months since in Dublin, whilst on a visit to his native land. All who knew the deceased prelate in Melbourne deeply deplored his death, as a scholar, a profound thinker, and a most Christian gentleman was thereby lost to the church and the community. His immediate successor is Dr. Shiel, heretofore acting as Archdeacon of Ballaarat, but also well known for many years in Melbourne and other districts of Victoria, as one of the most successful pioneers of Christianity and education. [...] Yesterday morning he was consecrated in St. Francis' Church, in the presence of an immense congregation. [...] The Rev. B. Power, of Ballaarat, then preached the consecrating sermon, taking for his text, "Go ye, and teach all nations.'' Matthew xxviii., 19v. After treating his subject in a most scholarly and eloquent manner, though evidently suffering from indisposition, addressing the Bishop of Adelaide, he said [...]

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News and Notes, The Ballarat Star, 15 September 1866, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112865081:

The Roman Catholic clergymen at present stationed in Ballarat are about to be removed to other portions of the diocese, and in their place, and in the place of Dr Shiel, the bishop of Adelaide, the Rev. Messrs Moore (of Keilor), Skehan (of Creswick), and Lennahan (of Williamstown), have been appointed to Ballarat. We are informed that the Rev. Mr Power had offered to him a position on the clerical staff of St. Francis' church, Melbourne, which he has declined.

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Ballaarat, The Age, Melbourne, 29 November 1866, p 6, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article160215222:

The Rev. Father Power was presented to-day with a purse containing £142 10s. The presentation took place at the George Hotel, and was made by Mr Wrigley in the presence of a large number of our most respectable inhabitants, representing nearly all classes of religion. The rev. gentleman is highly respected here, both by the rich and the poor, and his kindly acts of charity in the hours of sickness are circumstances only known to those who had the good fortune to receive his attention, and the benefits he so freely dispensed.

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Current Topics, Geelong Advertiser, 26 February 1867, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150645531:

A meeting of the committee appointed by the Geelong Christian Doctrine Society, to make arrangements for the grand soiree and quadrille party which will be held, on the 15th proximo, takes place at St. Mary's this evening, at half-past seven o'clock. A full attendance is requested, as business of importance is to be transacted. The Christian Doctrine society which was formed about four months ago by the Rev. B. Power, has now on its rolls either as honorary or working members, nearly all the respectable Roman Catholics of this town.

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The Argus, Melbourne, 23 July 1868, p 5, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5822311:

A public meeting of Irishmen favourable to the formation of a St. Patrick's Society was held in the Town-hall, Geelong, last evening. There were about 300 present, and the Rev. Matthew Downing, who occupied the chair, introduced the subject to the meeting with a few appropriate remarks. The Rev. Father Power then, in a spirited address, spoke of the objects of the society, which he said were to benefit Irishmen in a practical way—both by charitably helping those who might be unfortunate, and by the formation of a library, and the adoption of other means for the promulgation of knowledge. The meeting was most enthusiastic ; and on a motion being put by Father Power and seconded by Dr. Walsh, it was unanimously decided that a society, to be called the Geelong and Western District St. Patrick's Society, be formed. The enrolment of members was then proceeded with. The Rev. Father Power was elected president.

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Departure of the Catholic Prelates, Advocate, Melbourne, 8 May 1869, p 6, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article169267253:

On Tuesday last, the Lord Bishop of Hobart Town, accompanied by their Lordships the Bishops of Brisbane, Maitland, and Bathurst, left for Launceston, in the steamer Derwent. On the 12th inst., the Right Rev. Dr. Murphy, assisted by the venerable prelates who visit his diocese en route for Sydney, will lay the foundation stone of a new Church at Westbury, the pastorate of the Rev. J. Hogan. The Lord Bishop of Adelaide, accompanied by his Vicar-General, the Very Rev. J. Smyth and also by Father Power of Geelong, sailed for Adelaide in the Coorong on the same day, Tuesday. [...]

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The Rev. Mathew Power, Advocate, Melbourne, 12 June 1869, p 1, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article169267479:

This reverend gentleman returned on Friday from Adelaide, where he had been for the benefit of his health since the General Council concluded its sittings. The many friends of Father Power will be gratified to learn that his health is improved by his visit to the neighbouring colony. Father Reynolds, who has been acting for Father Power during his absence, now returns to Adelaide.

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Died, Geelong Advertiser, 7 August 1869, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148883498:

Power.—On the 6th August, at St. Mary's Presbytery, Geelong, the Rev. Bartholomew Hyacinth Power, aged 42 years. R.I.P.
The funeral will move from St. Mary's Church on Tuesday, 10th instant, immediately after the celebration of the Office for the Dead and Requiem High Mass, which will commence at 10 o'clock, a.m. [...]

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Geelong, 6th August, Bendigo Advertiser, 7 August 1869, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87921108:

The Rev Father Power died this morning. He was first placed in charge of a congregation at Richmond, in 1858. He subsequently removed to Sydney, where he edited the Freeman's Journal with considerable ability. He returned to Victoria in ill-health in the year 1861, and took charge of the Ballarat diocese for some time, when he left for this district. The deceased was very generally esteemed.

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Death of the Rev. Father B.H. Power, Geelong Advertiser, 7 August 1869, p 3, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148883486:

Quite a gloom was spread over the Catholic portion of our community yesterday morning, when the sad intelligence was bruited about to the effect that after a long and painful illness, the Rev. B. H. Power had died somewhat suddenly during the night at St. Mary's. His death occurred at two o'clock on Friday morning. On Tuesday, Dr. Brownless of Melbourne, and Dr. Hudson of Ballarat, held a consultation with Drs. Reid and Walsh of Geelong, and these gentlemen we believe then arrived at the opinion that the deceased could not last much longer, although when he last saw him on Thursday night, Dr Reid had no idea that death was so near. At the hour mentioned Father Power felt a thrill running through his frame, and had only just time to ask for and receive absolution before he passed away from a world that, by his talent and affability, he had always adorned. His corpse was laid out yesterday in his private room, and was visited by hundreds of his former parishioners— men, women and children—by whom he was sincerely loved. And no wonder, for he ever had a kind word for all, and his purse was always open when applied to by those in distress. He was passionately fond of children, and it was quite affecting yesterday to hear the sobs of women and children, whose grief was evidently genuine, and fully testified how greatly was the sacred dead respected by them. Father Power was born in Cork in 1827, and at his death therefore was a comparatively young man. He left his native town when only fourteen years of age for the Dominican monastery at Lisbon, and there commenced his studies. Fond of learning, he quickly secured the respect of his preceptors, and soon became conspicuous among his fellow scholars. After studying for five years, he, for the benefit of his health, which was never of the best, returned to Cork. After staying at home for a year, he again visited Lisbon, where in 1850 he was ordained. The first years of his priesthood he spent at the convent of St. Mary's in Cork, gaining experience in his sacred duties and making hosts of friends, and so he would have continued could he have had his own way. Never did we know a man more passionately fond of his native land. Ireland with him was the gem of the earth, and he would always stand up in her defence with an earnestness that never failed to secure a wrapt attention from his audience. It was not to be, however. His health failing him, he was advised to visit Australia, and in this colony he arrived in the year 1858. He was first located at Richmond, but so well was his great ability known, that when the Editor of the Sydney Freeman's Journal died, Dr Polding, the Archbishop of Sydney, immediately sent for him to take charge of that journal, his brilliant writings quickly increasing its popularity. He continued to manage the paper until the year 1861, when, being attacked with his old complaint, he returned to Victoria, and took charge of one of the most important missions of the diocese, namely, that of Ballarat. Here he remained for five years in the active discharge of his Master's work, and endearing himself to every member of his numerous flock. On the consecration of Dr Shiels as Bishop of Adelaide in 1866 he was transferred to Geelong, where, with the exception of a few months spent in Adelaide he resided until the time of his death. A few months ago he proceeded to Adelaide, but gaining little benefit by the change he soon returned to this town and has been ill ever since, not being expected to live a few weeks ago. During the whole of the weary time he was ill he was calm and resigned, and his friends can with satisfaction say that if ever a man was prepared to meet his fate, that man was their dear pastor, Father Power. It is, however, not by the Catholic portion of our community alone that his loss will be felt, it is a general loss to the whole of us that so ripe a scholar should have been cut down by disease in the prime of his manhood. It will be a sad loss to the musical world, for he was quite a musical genius, and his compositions can be found scattered about in both the Old World and the New. He was an excellent linguist, speaking Portuguese, Spanish and French with fluency, and had a perfect knowledge of his mother tongue. He was a perfect master at the organ or piano, and before his voice gave way he possessed a tenor voice of great purity. He was the promoter of the Christian Doctrine Society, for the instruction of children in the ordinances of their religion, and to him may the establishment of St. Patrick's Society, which has so flourished under his presidency, be attributed. As we have said before, in him Ireland has lost one of her most faithful sons and undaunted champions, and his speech upon the occasion of his being elected president of the society referred to will long be remembered as an oratorical masterpiece; his clear ringing voice and impassioned gesture fairly taking his audience—even those who had heard him before by surprise. A solemn requiem mass will be celebrated for him on Tuesday, the 10th instant, when the Office will commence at ten o'clock punctually. His remains will afterwards be conveyed to the Eastern Cemetery, and members of the church will be present from all parts of the colony.

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Obsequies of the Late Rev. B. H. Power, O.P., Advocate Melbourne, 14 August 1869, p 4, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article169268015:

In the death of the Rev. B. H. Power, O.P., the Catholic Church in Victoria, and the faithful members of it, mourn the loss of a good priest and a most patriotic Irishman. Those who enjoyed the privilege of ranking among the reverend gentleman's friends feel that an association has been severed which afforded them the most refined and valued pleasure. All of every class and denomination who ever came within the influence of Father Power's genial nature and kindliness of heart deplore in his death the loss of one whose sympathies were universal, and whose promptness to do good proceeded from the impulse of a heart naturally kind and affectionate. Many heard him preach with a purity of style and eloquence of delivery that marked him as the scholar and the orator ; others read in print the burning words he had written in the cause of creed aud country; none who had any opportunity of forming an opinion on the subject failed to perceive that he was gifted with rare intellectual endowments, and had a highly cultivated mind. For this he is a loss to the Church, whose interests he ably advanced and defended, and to his country, the love and memory of which he always cherished with devotion and pride.

In the last number of the paper we gave an obituary notice of Father Power; we have now to report the obsequies celebrated at the interment of the reverend gentleman's remains, which took place on Tuesday last, at Geelong. As the local papers have in some measure anticipated us, we shall refer to their reports for our purpose.

The coffin was placed in St. Mary's on Monday night, in readiness for the "officium defunctorum," which commenced at six a.m. The anxiety of the people to testify their profound grief and respect, on the last possible occasion for so doing, was most earnest. Poor people, who could ill afford it, gladly gave up their day in order that they might be present, evidently not from mere curiosity, but with a seriousness denoting that they deeply felt the occasion of the gathering. From the wee small hours of the morning there were numbers around the church, and, in fact, some few seemed to have been there all night. At 6 a.m. the offices for the repose of the soul of the deceased were commenced with the Invitatorium "Regem cui omnia vivunt venite adoremus," and the "Venite exultemus Domino." Then in the first nocturn was chanted the Antiphona "Dirige Domine Deus meus," and the psalms commencing "Verba mea auribus," "Domine me in furore," and " Dominus meus," with the antiphona "Nequando rapiat." They then sang "A porta inferi erue, Domine, animas eorum." The lessons "Parce mihi," Job 7c., and "Toedet animam," and "Manus tuae fecerunt me," Job 10c., were then read. At the second nocturn the antiphaon "In loco pascuae," and the Psalms "Dominus regit me," "Ad te, Domine," and "Dominus illuminatio mea," were chanted. The lessons "Responde mihi," Job 13c., "Homo natus de muliere," and "Quis mihi hoc tribunal," Job 14c., were also read. In the third nocturn the antiphaon "Complaceat tibi, Domine," "Expectans expectavi," "Beatus qui intelligit," and "Quemadmodum desiderat" were chanted. Then followed the reading of the lessons "Spiritus meus," Job 17c., "Pelli meae," Job 19c., and "Quare de vulva eduxisti me." At the "Ad laudes" the clergy and choir chanted the psalms "Miserere mei," "Te decet hymnus," "Deus, Deus, meus," "Deus misereatur," the song of Hezekiah, "Ego dixi," and the psalms "Laudate Dominum de Caelis," "Cantate Domino," and "Laudate Dominum." The clergy and choir then sang "Audivi vocem de coelo dicentem," and "Ego sum resurrectio." The "Benedictus Dominus" and "De profundis," were then chanted, and this part of the service concluded with the prayer "Pro defuncto sacerdote."

At 9.30 a.m. the clergy proceeded in procession from the presbytery to the church, preceded by the cross-bearer, acolytes, and choristers,and on taking their places at the altar the solemn requiem mass was celebrated. The Right Rev. Dr. Goold, Bishop of Melbourne, presided, assisted by the Ven. Archdeacon Downing, and Very Rev. J. Dalton, S.J. The celebrant was the Very Rev. Dean Moore, of Ballarat; Deacon, the Rev. T. O'Donnell; Sub-deacon, the Rev. J. O'Sullivan; Master of the Ceremonies, the Rev. J. P. O'Sullivan, of St. Patrick's, Melbourne. The other clergy present were the Revs. Dr. Bleasdale, C. O'Hea, P. J. Slattery, P. Neill, M. Nelan, J. Byrne, M. Farrelly, D. Barry, J. Hoyle, D. McInry, S.J., E. J. Callanan, P. E. Moore, M. Shanahan, T. Lenehan, J. O'Driscoll, J. T. Corbett, M. Branigan, J. Mulhall, S.J., W. Kelly, S.J. and the cantors Dr Backhaus, and Revs. G. V. Barry and T. F. Neville. The cross-bearer was Brother Lynch.

It was nearly noon before the religious ceremonies in St. Mary's were concluded, and then preparations were made for the funeral procession, which was far the largest ever seen in Geelong. The procession proceeded in the following order:—
Acolyte. Cross-bearer. Acolyte.
Thurife—Holy Water Bearer.
Orphan Boys—2 deep.
Orphan Girls—2 deep.
Christian Doctrine Society.
Boys—2 deep.
Girls—2 deep.
St. Patrick's Society—2 deep.
Priests—2 deep.
Dean Moore. The Bishop. Archd. Downing.
HEARSE.
Mourning Coaches.
General public—4 deep.
Carriages and Vehicles.

The orphan children, who numbered about 120 had crape rosettes and streamers affixed to their shoulders. The children of the various schools numbered about 400. Many of the girls were dressed in white. The St. Patrick's Society, which was next in the order of the procession, numbered very strong, about 130 being present. They wore the green scarf with simple harp and gold fringe adopted by the society. Then came the clergy, the Lord Bishop, Archdeacon Downing, and the Rev. J. Dalton, S.J., bringing up the rear. After them followed the hearse, and immediately behind that the brothers and nephews of the deceased gentleman, who reside at Ballarat. There were several mourning coaches, and then followed the general public on foot. These marched four deep. There were various estimates of the number of persons in the procession, some contending that there were even more than 8,000 present. As some criterion by which to judge, we may mention that when the head of the mournful cortege had reached the cemetery, the last of the following vehicles was on the high ground at Sydney Place, about a mile and a-half distant.

The procession slowly debouched from Little Myers street into Moorabool street, and proceeded at a slow rate, the clergy intoning portions of the solemn service, which they continued at short intervals until they arrived at the cemetery. On arriving at Malop street the clergy proceeded eastward, then up Yarra street, along Ryrie street and Sydney Place, to Queenscliffe road. With very few exceptions the shops along the line of road were closely shut, and the footpaths were densely packed on either side by spectators.

Arrived at the ground, the orphans and other children were ranged on each side of the main path leading from the cemetery gates to the vault, the entrance of which is in front of the mortuary chapel. Behind the children on each side was a file of members of the St. Patrick's Society, and these rendered good service in keeping back the general public, and preserving the path open for the clergy and the bearers of the coffin. The body when taken from the hearse was carried by six members of the St. Patrick's Society, preceded by the cross uplifted, and the choristers, and followed by the Bishop and clergy, chanting the "In Paradisum." The coffin was then placed on tressels in front of the vault, and surrounded by the clergy, the final funeral obsequies were celebrated, the fine powerful voice of Dr. Backhaus, as cantor, being very conspicuous. The Bishop then commenced to recite the final prayers, but was unable to proceed for some moments, owing to emotion. The last portion of the service being completed, the body was lowered into the vault by the bearers, and placed in the niche appropriated to it. In a very short time all was over, but it was a long time before every one could be induced to leave the ground, and many of the female portion of those present were unable to restrain themselves, and not a few strong men wept at having performed the last duty over the remains of one who has so endeared himself to all who knew him. The people returned to town but not to business, for the rest of the day seemed unlike ordinary days.

Thus terminated the last earthly scene in connection with Father Power. Few have succeeded in rendering themselves so beloved and respected in places where they have laboured, as he did, in all his stations, and to few would be accorded such general manifestations of respect as were shown yesterday to the deceased. In addition to the vast concourse of persons of all Christian denominations, who either swelled the procession or attended as spectators, there were upwards of 200 persons who arrived by the early morning trains from Melbourne, Ballarat, and other places, where, as in Geelong, the memory of Father Power will long remain green.

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The Late Rev. B.H. Power, Freeman's Journal, Sydney, 14 August 1869, p 7, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115431293:

There is something terrible in death when it comes to take from us those we love. We are consoled, however, by the promise "Blessed is the man who dies in the Lord." The Rev Bartholomew Hyacinth Power was born the city of Cork, Ireland, in the year 1827. From his earliest years he manifested a desire of entering the sanctuary. He loved the glory to be attained in the vineyard of the Lord, and his thoughts led him to seek the seclusion of the cloister, where, withdrawn from the world and its harassing cares he sought daily to become more and more closely united to God. Despising the things of the world he found peace and rest in the assurance vouchsafed to all, "Seek first the kingdom of God and his justice, and all things else shall be added unto you."

Father Power left his native city in 1841 to commence his novitiate and studies in the convent of the Dominican Fathers at Lisbon. Here he studied for eight years, and when in Deacon's orders was forced to return to his native city, with the sad hope to die. But a merciful Providence reserved him for better things, and his health being somewhat restored he returned to Lisbon, where he was ordained priest in 1850. He spent the first years of his sacerdotal life in his native city, at the Convent of his order, St Mary's, Cork. Here he continued to cultivate those talents for which he was afterwards so remarkable. During these years he was looked upon as a zealous priest, an accomplished preacher, and an amiable companion. The delicacy of constitution, contracted in Lisbon, never left him, and increasing ill health forced him to leave his native land to seek, in this colony, the strength denied him at home.

He arrived in Victoria in 1858. He was first stationed at Richmond, where his kindness of disposition soon gained him many friends. At different times he was in other parts of the diocese, but where-ever he went friends flocked around him, and regretted him when lost.

Nor were the reverend gentleman's literary talents left without recognition. The present Archbishop of Sydney, Dr. Polding, requested him to take charge of the Sydney "Freeman's Journal," which the reverend deceased edited with ability for some time.

Ill health again compelled him to resign his post as editor, and to return to Victoria in 1861. His first charge after his return was one of the principal missions of the diocese, namely, to Ballarat. Father Power for the space of five years, officiated at Ballarat, where his great talents, his amiable disposition, his thorough kindness, and his accomplishments as a gentleman, endeared him to all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance.

On the consecration of the Right Rev the Bishop of Adelaide, Dr Shiel, he was transferred to Geelong. We need not allude to his labours amongst ourselves, since they are too well known to all. His establishing the Christian Doctrine Society, for the instruction of our children in the rules of our holy faith, made him an idol amongst us; while the St. Patrick's Society, the offspring of his fertile mind, made him beloved by his countrymen—for he was a true and thorough lover of his fatherland, and sought in all his works to improve his countrymen physically, morally, and socially.

Father Power may not be known to our readers as a musician and composer; but at the present day some of his sacred pieces are scattered broadcast throughout the world, and charm the ears of many who never perhaps heard his name. He sought not a name among the great ones of the world. He was content with the glory of the Cross, and he was made a priest, who, in his day, was found just and pleased God.

As a scholar Father Power was accomplished. He knew the Portuguese and French languages so as to speak them fluently, and his knowledge of Spanish and other languages was such as enabled him to speak them with fair accuracy.

As a preacher Father Power had a full and complete mastery of his mother tongue, and could move the hearts of his hearers as he pleased. We have no occasion to speak of this, as his long sojourn in Geelong has enabled all to judge it. But if in the decline the beauty and the thought and the flower were so great, what must they have been in their vigour?

We have lost a friend. His christian fortitude during his long and tedious sickness was ever the edification of all who witnessed it. In his last illness he was truly patient and of him might be said, he possessed himself in patience. He was quite resigned to the will of God. He had led a life of blamelessness, seeking ever to do the will of his master. His thoughts were always fixed on God. He longed to be at rest. He had fulfilled his mission, fought the good fight, kept the faith, filled a long life in a short time, and now awaits his crown. His pure soul calmly and peacefully resigned itself to its Creator on the morning of the 6th inst., at St. Mary's Geelong. May he rest in peace.

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Southern Cross, Adelaide, 14 October 1898, p 7, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166439509:

Respecting a paragraph inserted from a Sydney paper re the Dominican Order, the Very Rev. Dr. Byrne, V.G., informs us that Father Kavanagh was not the first member of the order to land in Australia. The Rev. Father Power, O.P., was for some years stationed at Geelong, as assistant to Archdeacon Dowling. He came to South Australia in the sixties, and Dr. Byrne, who was then at Kapunda, drove him from Kapunda to Sevenhills to see the Jesuit College. Father Power belonged to the Irish province and died at Geelong in 1867.

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St Ignatius' Church, Richmond. The Early Priests, Advocate, Melbourne, 18 March 1920, p 11, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article170611355:

In 1859 Fr. Bartholomew Power, O.P., was sent as assistant priest, and remained in Richmond for about ten months. Fr. Power died in Geelong, where he is still affectionately remembered by the older residents. [...]

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T.W. Campbell, The Priests of the Diocese of Armidale: A Necrology, Braddon ACT, 2005:
Power, Bartholomew Hyacinth (OP)

Born in 1827 in the city of Cork. Details of his early education are unknown. In 1841 he went to Lisbon to commence his novitiate with the Dominican Order. After eight years of study, and having been ordained Deacon, he was forced to return to Cork, because of ill health. He recovered, and was able to resume his studies in Lisbon, being ordained in 1850. Exact date unknown. He then spent some years in the Dominican Convent of St Mary, Cork. He came to Victoria in the interests of his health, arriving in Melbourne on 5 February 1858 on Shooting Star, and was stationed at Richmond. He then moved to Sydney and became editor of The Freeman's Journal at the request of Archbishop Polding of Sydney. In 1861 he left Sydney, serving for a time at Deniliquin (1861-1862), Tamworth (1862-1863), and Ballarat (1863-1866). After Dr Shiel of Geelong was consecrated as bishop of Adelaide he moved to Geelong to replace him. Fluent in Portuguese and French he also was known to speak Spanish and other languages. He was a musician and composer, examples of his music being preserved in the British Library. He composed music under the name Hyacinth de la Poer. He died on 6 August 1869 in Geelong, and was buried in the mortuary chapel in East Geelong cemetery.
(Sources: FJ 14 Aug 1869 p 7, 21 Aug 1869 p 2, Farrell, O'Hanlon, MDHC A-Z P55).

(Reproduced by permission of Tom Campbell.)

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A Prayer-Calendar of Deceased Priests & Deacons in Australia 1788-2009, compiled by W.T. Southerwood, Sixth Edition, 2009, p 112: incudes an incorrect duplicate listing as "Bernard? H. Power, Geelong etc Vic, d. 6.9.1865".