CLONARD CONFRATERNITY JUBILEE

The transcript describes the golden jubilee of the Clonard confraternity in Belfast, highlighting the grand procession of 15,000 people and the gathering of 120,000 spectators. The event, held in West Belfast, was marked by the arrival of Archbishop Dalton, who bestowed a benediction. This significant day left a lasting impression on the devout Catholic attendees.

What was the occasion being celebrated in Belfast?

• The diamond jubilee of the Clonard confraternity

• The silver jubilee of the Clonard confraternity

• The centenary of the Clonard confraternity

• The golden jubilee of the Clonard confraternity

Approximately how many people participated in the procession?

• 25,000

• 20,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

How many spectators were estimated to have watched the procession?

• 110,000

• 100,000

• 130,000

• 120,000

Who arrived to bestow the benediction during the event?

• The Archbishop of Armagh

• The Bishop of Belfast

• The Archbishop of Dublin

• The Pope

What was the lasting impact of the event on the attendees?

• It was a day of economic importance

• It was a memorable day for devout Catholics

• It was a day of political significance

• It was a forgettable day