"The archbishop was best known as an orator and a wit. He was adorned most by strong faith and piety, by great meekness and humility, and by a prudence that was far-reaching and admirable."
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James P. Turner, Patrick John Ryan (1913) Catholic Encyclopedia
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Patrick John Ryan
Patrick John Ryan (20 February 1831 – 11 February 1911) was an Irish prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the archbishop of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
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