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The Rev. J.E. Carroll, who left for Egypt by the Malwa recently, was accorded an enthusiastic farewell before leaving here. The Hon. H. B. Lefroy,
C.M.G., who presided, and made a presentation of a purse of sovereigns, said they were there to wish God-speed to Father Carroll. They all admired the spirit which had prompted Father Carroll to join the. forces. It was not necessary to dwell upon the many good qualities which Captain Carroll possessed — the attendance that night was an answer to it. He felt sure that Father Carroll's administrations would prove successful, and that all would join him in wishing him every possible safety and a speedy and safe return to Moora. He. was certain that Father
Carroll would do his duty.' Dr. Myles added his good wishes. Father (Captain) Carroll said had he been a more timid man he might have taken fright at such a gathering. (Laughter.) He did not see what he "had done to deserve it — he certainly did feel embarrassed when he had to sit and listen to all the nice things spoken about him. He promised that they would hear from him, though he . would confess he was not a very- good correspondent. There were some in the hall clothed in khaki whom he would be pleased to meet. So far as he was concerned he considered
that a very great honour. It was generally thought that when a man donned khaki he" was rough. He may be, but inside that rough exterior was
something which he wanted to probe. And that was his reason for going to the front. He wanted to express his great gratitude to all and to thank all for their kindness and generosity.
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The W A Record, Saturday 08 April 1916 page 5

The Rev. Father Carroll, who has for the past two years been acting as chaplain to the 4th Light Horse in Egypt and Palestine, returned to Perth
this morning. Formerly he resided in the Moora district Father Carroll has been endeavoring to minister to the spiritual wants of the Catholic portion of the Light Horse, but he has had time to study them physically. He says that their general good health is remarkable, but it is regrettable that few of the horses that the Australians took away with them now remain. He admits that the Australians are ''hard doerss' but, he added, 'they are hard fighters also.' The Australians were, great linguists, and had picked up much French, Italian, and Arabic since their departure. Asked whether they had learn ed to swear in these languages, the Rev. Father replied, dryly, 'No, they do very well in that regard with their own language.' He saw the Australian everywhere. The latter was ubiquitous. He was seen tn Palestine, in Egypt, in London, In Dublin, in Scotland, in Lancashire, and in Derbyshire.'
The Rev. Father found specimens of him in many of the manors of old England. It was the custom to invite the Australian down to these country residences, and it was amusing to see the colonials patronise the sideboards whereon lay the liquors and smokes, with ail the aplomb of epicureans. The Australians seemed to be popular everywhere in England. 'There is one other thing I might tell you,' said Father Carroll. 'It is
the general topic of conversation among the various regiments I have come in contact with, that the Western Australian troops have a most
unique record. Fighting either in Palestine, or France, these troops have never once failed to achieve their, object That is a fine record for you.'

The Daily News Friday 01 March 1918 page 3

A noted promoter of religious vocations was Rev. Father Edward Carroll, a former member of the English Province of the Society of Jesus, whose
death occurred some weeks ago in Newmarket, County Cork, Ireland. Father Carroll was responsible for bringing more than 300 girls from Ireland to become nuns in Australia. He had been staying for some weeks with the Sisters of St. Joseph at Newmarket. Father Carroll worked in England, Scotland, Malta and South Africa, as well as for 30 years in Australia. Born in Dublin and educated by the Christian Brothers there, he joined the Jesuits at Amiens, France, and after ordination served for some time at Great Yarmouth and Leigh. His delicate health, however, forced him to come to Australia, and eventually he settled in North Queensland. He was an eloquent preacher.

Catholic Freeman's Journal Thursday 17 April 1941 page 10