Shipping and Commerce. Arrivals, Leader, Melbourne, 14 November 1874, p 14, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198498716:

November 9. Lincolnshire, ship [...] Passengers—cabin: [...] Rev. Mr. O'Farrell [...]
[Passenger list gives him as Rev. James Farrell, aged 32. VPRS 947/P0000, Jul-Dec 1874, image 183 of 213.]

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Marriage, The Ballarat Star, 16 April 1875, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208253098:

Kelly—O’Halloran.—On the 14th April, at St. Augustine Church, Creswick, by the Rev. J. O'Farrell, John Kelly, to Mary Catherine Josephine O'Halloran, both of Coghill’s Creek.

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Diocese of Ballarat, Advocate, Melbourne, 16 June 1877, p 6, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article170436118:

I learn that the Vicar-General, the Very Rev. Dr. Moore, left for Portland last week, whither he has gone to officiate for a time, the local pastor, the Rev. Father O'Farrell, being incapacitated through an attack of illness. I was sorry to learn that Father O'Farrell had a serious attack, but it is now very gratifying to be able to state that the rev. gentleman is considerably improved, though not likely for some time to be able to resume his duties. Whilst there, Dr. Moore will make his usual collection for the episcopal residence, and I doubt not he will receive the same generous help in that quarter as has been extended throughout the diocese.

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Clerical Visitor, Advocate, Melbourne, 28 July 1877, p 7, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article170436536:

The Rev. J. O'Farrell, Portland, late of Ballarat, is at present sojourning in Geelong for the benefit of his health. The reverend gentleman is suffering from a stroke of paralysis; but his medical attendant, Dr. Reid, anticipates that he will be speedily restored to his usual health.

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News and Notes, The Ballarat Star, 13 July 1881, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article219331508:

On Sunday last the beautiful little church at Murtoa, in the Wimmera district, was solemnly dedicated to St. Patrick, the Apostle of Ireland, by the Very Rev. Dr Moore. V.G. A solemn "Missa cantata" was sung by the pastor of the district, the Rev. J. O’Farrell. The dedication sermon was preached by Dr Moore. A portion of the choir of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Ballarat, conducted by Mr Stephen Wrigley, rendered beautifully Haydn’s No. 2 Mass, Miss Murphy being the soprano, Mrs Furlong alto, Mr S. Wrigley tenor, and Mr John Crowley bass; Mr Hill ably acting as organist. At the conclusion of the sermon a collection was made, when the handsome sum of £100 was subscribed. The present portion of the church, which cost between £500 and £600, has been neatly built, and reflects great credit upon the contractor. When completed, from its beautiful situation, it will form a prominent feature in this rising little township, which bids fair to become one of the leading towns in the Wimmera district.

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Tenders, The Ballarat Star, 21 November 1881, p 3, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202596314:

To Builders.—Tenders are required up to 1st December for the Erection of R.C. Presbytery at Horsham. Plans and specifications may be seen at M.C. Carey's, Bookseller, 84 Sturt street, Ballarat. Tenders to be sent to Rev. J. O'Farrell, Horsham.

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The Horsham Times, 12 December 1882, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71584097:

The Wimmera Star has the following:—"In accordance with the usual custom at hay-making time, a number of farmers residing in this district have delivered a quantity of hay as a gift to the Revs. Father O'Farrell and and King. Already 15 loads have been stacked in the chapel yard, and there is yet a large quantity to come in. The custom which has been in vogue for many years in South Australia has been carried out by the Wimmera farmers during the past three years." We quote this piece of information without having had any communication on the subject of it with Father O'Donoghue.

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Local Topics, The Horsham Times, 19 June 1883, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72873718:

On Friday last the remains of the late Mr S. Anderson were conveyed to the Horsham General Cemetery, the funeral leaving his mother's residence at half-past two o'clock. [...] The band led off with the "Dead March," which was continued a good part of distance, and on reaching the cemetery the Rev. Father O'Farrell read the burial service at the grave. The fire bell was tolled, and altogether the ceremony was of a very impressive character, and caused quite a gloom over the town.

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Local and General, The Horsham Times, 26 September 1884, p 2, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72952986:

We regret to announce that the Rev. Father O'Farrell has for the past few days been seriously ill, suffering from an affection of the brain. Drs. Young and Cross, of Horsham, Dr. Carroll, of Werracknabeal, and Dr. Reid of Geelong, have been in attendance; the latter gentleman, who arrived yesterday afternoon takes a favorable view of the case, and it is to be hoped that their united skill will soon have a beneficial effect. The many friends of the reverend gentleman sympathise with him deeply, and will be glad to hear of his speedy recovery.

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Public Record Office Victoria, Kew Asylum, Nominal Register of Patients, Metropolitan Asylum; Male and Female Patients (No.2), VPRS 7690: "Admitted 9 December 1884: James O'Farrell."

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Public Record Office Victoria, Kew Asylum, VPRS 7398/P0001, Case Book of Male Patients, 1884, pp 110-111 (PDF pp 254-255): "Transfer from Cremorne. Form of insanity: mania. Male, aged 33. Supposed cause: Internal disarrangement of brain (accident). Specific signs of insanity: Maniacal and violent. [...] 2.3.[18]85 [...] Father Walsh of Williamstown informs me today that some years ago this patient had a buggy accident - injured his head - paralysis of one side of face, arm and leg followed - he was unable to state which side."

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Fr T.J. Linane, From Abel to Zundolovich, Vol. 1, 1979, p 55: "O'Farrell, James / Ir. / AH / Ball. to '84. Kew Asylum to death - 1.4.1927."

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Kevin Condon, CM, The Missionary College of All Hallows 1842-1891, Dublin, 1986. Appendix: Matricula 1842-91:

No. 1191: James O'Farrell, [Came to All Hallows in] 1869 [from] Knocktopher College. Of James and Ellen Dermody, Mullinavat, Ossory. Ord. for Melbourne, 24.6.1874. Died in a psychiatric hospital in Kew, 1.4.1927.

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Victorian death registration: James O'Farrell, parents unknown, died at Fitzroy South, 5417/1927.