1844 Oct. 1
Billon, Father J(osep)h:
Charenton, (Louisiana)
to Bishop, (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Billon arrived here 8 days ago. Everyone he has seen gave him a friendly welcome. Today, 7 white men came to fix the presbytery fence and to-morrow Laclaire (Fuselier) Fusillier is to send bricks and brick layers to build a chimney. While waiting for them to prepare his cabin, Billon is living on the other side of the bayou at Mr. Lafontaine's. Lafontaine does not spare anything to get everything ready as soon as possible. Billon has just drawn up the new tariff which he sends Blanc for approval. There are two of them; one for those who subscribed to the repairs and another for those who were indifferent. Billon lists the offerings for funerals at the church of St. Mary of the Attakapas. As Billon has not spoken to Laclaire he does not know whether there is any money in the treasury. (In the margin of the first page) Billon asks Blanc to have him enrolled as a subscriber to the Propagateur Catholique and to put his letters on a boat for France.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {5}
1844 Oct. 1
Debelay, Bishop J(ohn) M(ary) M(atthias):
Troyes, (France)
Debelay give faculties to Father Claude Paschal Maitre. Signed by LeGrand, vicar-general, and Coffinet.
V-5-b - Printed Form S. - (Latin) - 1p. - folio - {1}
1844 Oct. 1
Gallwey, (R.S.H.J.), Madame J.:
St. Michael's, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
They are sensible of the consolation Blanc must experience seeing the cause of Religion triumph over sophistry and intolerance. It was truly a satisfaction to hear that the Divine Sacrifice will be once more celebrated in the Cathedral (of St. Louis) and and that the nomination of the curate is left to Blanc's decision.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1844 Oct. 2
Cozat de Mandre(?), N.:
Paris, (France)
to Félicie Trépagnier:
New Orleans, Louisiana
She must answer Trepagnier's two letters, the first in the month of May and the second brought by one of Trepagnier's neighbors, Mr. Vaugimois. They overwhelmed him with questions about everyone, Felicie's mother, and Hyppolite, whom Felicie is to get to write to them. Cozat is glad to learn that Félicie is out of the convent; she did well to return to her mother. Felicie's health did not permit her to follow so severe a regime. It is awful to be isolated; if Félicie could see her dear Charlotte it would do her good but she is too far away. Could her mother not make a trip to Paris? Cozat wishes Felicie could marry; she has an empty heart. If she had a husband she would be busy, with no time to dream. Cozat fulfills her religious duties, then thinks of her husband and son. In marrying one needs a little independence; it is one of Cozat's sorrows. Her mother is admirable, she spoils her son, she is very nice to Leonce but Cozat would like her own home. Cozat regrets that she cannot fulfill Félicie's commissions as she cannot advance the necessary 300 francs. Her husband earns only 1800 francs; she pays her mother 60 francs a month for board for her husband. He is a cashier and Cozat presumes that in January his salary will be increased. She spent some time in the country which did her much good as well as little Octave. The Misses Girard have no money for Felicie. As for Foucher, he does not want to talk about it. Felicie is to burn this letter after reading it. (This was apparently sent to Bishop Anthony Blanc by Trépagnier).
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {5}
1844 Oct. 3
Brunner, C.PP.S., Father Francis DeSales:
Norwalk, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Three young men are setting out from there for Cincinnati to be received in the seminary. Of the first Pierre Krusch he knows only good, but doubts if he has a vocation. The second Leonard Rist Bavarois, a Cordonnier, has acted well enough but he does not think he will be a priest. The third, whose name he has forgotten is recently from New York and was among the Redemptorists. He is a pious person but Brunner doubts his vocation. Brunner speaks of a marriage case of M. Bauer and his double cousin Carabin. He expects to send the candidates with perhaps some others at Christmas time. They are assiduous with their studies.
P.S. He asks Purcell to excuse the (appearance of the manuscript.)
II-4-i - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - (French) - {2}
1844 Oct. 4
Brunner, C.PP.S., Father Francis D.:
Norwalk, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Yesterday he received this (enclosed) letter from Cleveland from Father Peter McLaughlin. He does not know what to do desiring to displease neither the congregation nor the pastor. He thinks it better to have some service for the German parishoners one Sunday a month. If Purcell chooses otherwise, then once on a week-day or not at all. The Precious Blood Fathers do not wish to disturb the peace. At Tiffin the previous Sunday some difficulty arose when he was there. Men say that the difficulty arises out of money. He is willing to visit these places without a cent, but would there be peace. Purcell is to indicate his will, and they will obey.
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1844 Sept. 27
McLaughlin, Father Peter:
Cleveland, Ohio
to Father (Francis De Sales Brunner C.PP.S.:
of Norwalk, Ohio
He thanks Father Brunner for his interest in the Catholics of Cleveland. Either Father Brunner or another of the Precious Blood Fathers many come to Cleveland as often as it may seem good but he will not leave his congregation on Sunday and will permit the visitor to hold services only before or after his service. He cannot see why Father Brunner wants to change the orders given by Bishop Purcell. He sees no comparison between Tiffin and Cleveland, since at Tiffin the Germans are pew-holders. He will not do anything for joint administration since he knows how easy it is to disorder a congregation.
II-4-i - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {8}
1844 Oct. 4
Lacour, Ambroise:
Avoyelles, (louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
They are conscious of the importance of receiving instruction in the Catholic religion. Some time ago Gen(eral) Couvillion, president of the trustees of St. Paul's Church, Avoyelles, wrote Blanc the results of a meeting in which a resolution was adopted giving 600 piastres a year to the priest Blanc would send them. They have not yet received an answer and Lacour would like to know whether Blanc received the letter. There are many children here who need baptism.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1844 Oct. 5
Montegut, E.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans), Louisiana
Montegut sends Mrs. Exley who could be employed at the Orphan Asylum where there is a vacancy. The salary is $20 a month with board and laundry. At a meeting last Sunday Montegut was charged with getting a school mistress for the orphans.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1844 Oct. 5
Rappe, Father Louis Amadeus:
Toledo, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Counting on Purcell's promise he is forced to draw on him for $200 to meet certain imperious obligations. If Purcell is in distress he will try to pay back $100 in December. He would like the box that Purcell brought from France to be sent him. He thanks Purcell for his grammatical corrections. He has concluded the bargain about the future convent: $1400 for two lots and two houses. Also he purchased 12 acres for a graveyard and for the sexton. Sister Xavier must be quiet about Miss Dickenson because he had no intention to disturb when he spoke of her superior and Sister Pauline as founderesses of Toledo's convent. Only he wanted an answer. He begs pardon for his loquacity.
II-4-i - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
18(44) Oct. 6
Lowndes, W(illia)m:
Lafayette, I(ndian)a
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc) White:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
(Blanc) is Lowndes' godfather; he stood for him about 1820 at Vincennes, I(ndian)a when (Blanc) was at that church. He asks (Blanc) to obtain a situation for him or give him something to do about (Blanc)'s person. Lowndes is a French creole; he has been in the dry goods and grocery business. He has called on (Blanc) frequently but (Blanc) was always away.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1844 Oct. 6
Masnou, (C.M.), Father J.:
Assumption, Louisiana
to Bishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Masnou received Blanc's letters of October(?) 5, 28, 29. He is very pleased with (Patrick Maginnis?) Miguines; Masnou hopes that next year he will be able to begin his philosophy. (Hugh?) Russel(l?) arrived at the seminary the eve of All Saints day; Masnou found him capable enough in Latin to begin his philosophy. Hebert is no longer at the seminary; he said he had no taste for the ecclesiastical life. Ensilien Aucoin did the same. (E. Torregrossa) Torregrosse is making very rapid progress in Latin. They have received the two packages from Blanc, the one containing devotional books which had been ordered by Father (Bonaventure) Armengol to distribute in the parish, some medals, and a small package for Father (Adrien) Rouquette. They are still to receive some books for their library, twelve dozen rosaries, an ostensorium, a chalice, and a censer. The death of Father (Claude) Lunel has affected everybody; on the 7th they will sing a mass for him, Masnou received a letter from Father (Joseph) Billon in which he told that he was in good health and that he was loved by his parishioners. Billon also said that (Louis Lucien) Arceneaux no longer wishes to come back to the seminary; it seems that he was told a little too crudely. Masnou sent an order for 63 piastres and 25 cents to Mr. Elder, drawn on Blanc.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {11}
1844 Oct. 9,
Baraga, (Father) Frederick:
Saut St. Marie, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Father Baraga arrived in Saut St. Marie to day because the boat of his company, 1'Arbor, was put out of commission and all his provisions for the winter and articles for his settlement in L'Anse had remained in Saut. On his arrival he met Father (J.B.) Proulx who came to visit these poor forsaken Catholic Indians. He spoke with him about the lack of missionaries in these parts and was advised to write to Pere Chaselle of Sandwich who could perhaps obtain a few Jesuits. Again Baraga begs the Bishop to try to get priests for Saut St. Marie, Lapointe and the other missions on Lake Superior. Father Proulx also said that there are objections against Baraga's Indian catechism. Baraga would like to know the difficulties. He intends to stay in L'Anse until June 10, 1845 and then go to Lapointe and Grand Portage and return to L'Anse about the end of Aug. 1845. He thanks the Bishop for the 9 yards of lasting and asks him to forward that (enclosed) letter to the Archbishop of Vienna. It is very important. He hopes that the Bishop had received his letter of Aug. 8.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - French - 2pp. {2}
1844 Oct. 9
Jordan, Father Paul:
West Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) le(!)Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Jordan is very much distressed by not receiving news of Blanc nor any reply to his letters about the parish. He does not know what to do about marriages, about the law suspending non-naturalized priests. Father (Joseph N.) Brogard said he should not perform any more marriages. As soon as he gains a little more strength, for he has had the fever, he will go down to the seminary and try to go to receive Blanc's blessing.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1844 Oct. 9
Lucas, Father P(eter):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) De(!) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Almost four weeks have gone by since Lucas' last letter to Blanc and he has not had a reply. In his first letter he stated his desire for a change, in the second he asked for it and in his third he begged for it. Father (Giles F.) Martin puts him aside except for sick calls and funerals. When Lucas say Martin so sick and deprived of all means, he took it upon himself to make collections and in about 6 months had 1300 piastres for him and paid all his debts. Last year when Martin went to see Blanc Lucas said Mass, had catechism, preached and visited the sick. If Martin fears that Lucas will supplant him, since almost everyone comes to him, it is an ill founded fear.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1844 Oct. 10
Brunner, Father Francis DeSales:
Norwalk, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has received Purcell's two letters. He was at Cleveland again but is little satisfied because of the various things he heard about the pastor (Father Peter McLaughlin). Some say that if Purcell removed McLaughlin for a few months the cause of the trouble would be apparent. Otherwise the Germans of Cleveland have little hope of getting a church. They make the following proposals:. 1. That a fourth of the pews be given to the Germans to raise revenue or at least the pews that they now occupy. 2. That their pastor have $800 in this way in addition to stole fees from the Germans. 3. That the collection be given to the German priest on the Sunday he officiates. 4. That they be permitted to form a society for raising funds for their new church. He asks further about the money from the pews and says that as things are he would rather not visit Cleveland than merely stir up the distrubance once a month. Purcell is to decide. He desires to bless the church of the Sacred Heart and that in Liverpool. The pastors of Tiffin and Sandusky City have two chalices but he will not ask for these. He is sorry that Purcell did not send the oils with Father McCartney. He does not receive the Telegraph any more. He asks for a schedule for the pastor of St. Mary's church.
II-4-i - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - (Latin) - {7}
1844 Oct. 10
Martin, Father G(iles) F.:
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Blanc has a right to chide Martin for not writing. Mainly it is because all is quiet and there is no news. They hope to have Blanc with them to celebrate the feast of St. Martin for the first time in their new church. Father (Julien) Priour and Martin are much better. Both are working on the beautifying of their churches. St. Martin's has two fixed altars and a third provisionary one. Martin has always spoken well of Father (Peter) Lucas; he is not in the habit of discrediting a confrere. Last Tuesday Lucas told him that he had written to Blanc to request to be changed. After many struggles for his Cathedral Blanc will be able to re-enter it. Martin sends his regards to Father Rousselon. Blanc is to let him know in advance of his arrival so that Martin may invite other priests to assist. P.S. Old Tasie who was continually bothering him to send greetings has made him end his letter stupidly. Blanc knows how quick she will be to make him a good soup when he comes.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {3}
1844 Oct. 10
Terret, (André) Vice President:
The Association of the Propagation of the Faith
Lyons, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
The council received Blanc's letter of March 13. They congratulate him on the success achieved in the iniquitous lawsuit. According to Blanc's wishes, they will let the Paris treasurer inform him of the amount of his allocation. The Lyons council will remain in charge of the other part amounting to 10,000 francs. Father (Stephen) Rousselon is to continue to send them receipts as in the past. They enclose a copy of the information which Blanc is to fill out and return. They also enclose a (printed form) letter (unsigned) about the publishing of the Annales, (whose publication depends entirely upon the correspondence of the missionaries.) The first letter is signed also by D(omini)que Meynis, Secretary.
V-5-b - L.S., Printed Form Letter - (French) - 6pp. - 4to. - {4}
1844 Oct. 10
Terret, (Andre), Vice-President:
Lyons, (France)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Vice-president Terret of the Central Council of Lyons of the Association of the Propagation of Faith informs Bishop Lefevere of the receipt of his two letters dated January 25 and June 14 (1844). The Council (Lyons) has followed with religious interest the details which Lefevere has been pleased to give him concerning the progress of our holy religion in the diocese of Detroit and hopes the Bishop will continue to send these particulars. Terret writes that the Treasurer for the Council of Paris was charged this year with the payment of allocations which are distributed to the missions of Lefevere's diocese. The Treasurer of the Council at Lyons will not fail to declare both the amount and the time at which the payment can be made. With a view to future allotments the writer encloses an annual form to be filled in and returned by Bishop Lefevere. Terret adds another enclosure (not present) which is relative to the writing of the records and to which he calls special attention.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1844 Oct. 11
Boullier, (C.M.), Father J(ohn):
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
As soon as Boullier received Blanc's letter of October 8, he tried to see what they could do about furniture. They can get mattresses, blankets, sheets, mosquito-curtains. While visiting Father (Ennemond) Dupuy at Iberville Boullier saw a number of bedsteads in Blanc's former college. He asks Blanc to have Dupuy send them some. He needs dishes, cooking utensils, chairs, and a table. Blanc could send Sister Regina (Smith, S.C.) or another Sister to see to everything. They could buy the house whenever Blanc wants for the price Boullier mentioned. They would do well to wait until next March, when he hopes to be able to make the first payment. Now they are very much straitened; Boullier is getting his church under cover. These small expenses together with those of his house for which he has not yet paid embarrass him greatly but he hopes that soon everything will be better.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {4}
1844 Oct. 11
Clark, Ja(me)s:
Frederick City, (Maryland)
to F(rancis) P. McFarland:
St. John's CollegeNew York, (New York)
He received McFarland's letter and was surprised that McFarland had left the Philadelphia seminary. By this time he thought he would be ordained and on the mission. He hopes that he will soon be ordained. He finds the exercises at the Jesuit novitiate very agreeable and pleasant. They walk three miles into the country twice a week and have other exercise in bounds. He has not heard from the Mountain lately but he understands they have 96 students. The new study hall they say is a great splash. Beleké and Grand were in Frederick for the Democratic rally with the Emmittsburg delegation. The college at Georgetown is flourishing with not less than 150 students. Mr. Byrne asks for his mail. He sends greetings to others.
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(18)44 Oct. 11
Rahilly, Father M.:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Rahilly hoped to see Blanc here but was unable to do so. The words of their Bishop have given Rahilly to understand that the time of his removal from Spring Hill is not remote. Rahilly must secure a situation. If Blanc wants a teacher for the orphans, he is available. Father (John?) Barry will give further testimony of his efficiency. He will require employment for 12 months and a salary of $400 with washing and lodging.
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(1844 Oct. 11)
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
M(obile, Alabama)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
As (Blanc) knows Rahilly, (Portier) will conform to the good opinion (Blanc) had of him and recommend him as pious and well disposed.
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1844 Oct. 12
Beauprez, Father P(eter) F(rancis):
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Although ill, Beauprez answers Blanc's letter of October 7 … (For complete calendar see original of 10 cards).
Cross references:
V-5-b - A.L.S., A.D.S., D.S. - (French( - 6pp. - 4to. - {21}
1844 Oct. 12
Smith, Persifor F. Judge:
Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
License is granted to celebrate the marriage of Alexander Beaudier with Marie Elodie Boutté.
V-5-b - A.D.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1844 Oct. 15
Pilié, J(osep)h:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
As President Pilié sends Blanc a resolution passed by the trustees on October 14, 1844 concerning the nomination of Father C(onstantine) Maenhaut as pastor of St. Louis Church. The cordial welcome given Maenhaut is proof of the pleasure this choice gave to them.
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1844 Oct. 14
Dubuc, Ant(hony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Committee of the trustees of St. Louis Church, special meeting. Mr. Lesseps presented the following resolutions which were adopted unanimously: Resolved that they express satisfaction at the nomination by the Bishop of Maenhaut as pastor of St. Louis Church and that Maenhaut be invited to take his place on the Council.
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V-5-b - A.L.S., A.D.S. - (French) - 3pp. - folio - {5}
1844 Oct. 16
Brassac, Father H(ercule):
Paris, (France)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
This will be brought by Dr. Roaldez who is going to try his fortune near his uncle, General Garrigues (de) Flaujac of Opelousas. Brassac recommends him to Blanc. Roaldez is an excellent man who will be an acquisition especially for the religious establishment of Opelousas.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1844 Oct. 16
Parker, Mary:
Youghgal, Ireland
to Bishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She writes on behalf of a family whose father went to America 8 years ago. He sent remittances to them regularly but they have received nothing for a year and a half. October 14 a letter arrived stating that the father died in the Charity Hospital of New Orleans. The letter was written by William C. Shepard. A son was with his father in New York for some time working as a shoemaker but because of ill health returned to Ireland. His father told him he intended to go to Mobile with another Irishman named Power. The son thinks Shepard must have some object in telling this falsehood as Americans are not kindly disposed toward poor Irishmen. Parker asks Blanc to have the registers looked over for June or July, 1844 when he died. If Shepard does not reside in New Orleans or if Thomas Lynch's death is not entered on the lists of the dead, then it will turn out to be a falsehood. (P.S.) Blanc is to address (his reply) to William Parker. There are two daughters both deaf and dumb.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 4to. - {3}
1844 Oct. 16
St. Paul, Henry:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The difficult situation in which St. Paul finds himself, and also the termination of the differences between St. Louis Church and its trustees, lead St. Paul to send Blanc the amount of his retainer in the cases in which he was employed. The balance coming to him is about equal to the sum that the trustees owe Blanc; St. Paul would be happy to keep the transfer of this debt such as Blanc made it on February 24, 1844.
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(1844 Oct. 16)
St. Paul, Henry:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(A bill): 1842, the case of the First Municipality versus Father (Bernard) Permoli tried in Judge Preval's court, $25; 1843, the same case appealed to City Court, $50; 1843, the case of the First Municipality versus Father (Felipe Asensio) Ascencio, pleaded in Judge Jackson's court, $25; 1844, the trustees versus Blanc pleaded first in the Parish court, $200; the same appealed to the Supreme Court, $300; the intervention of the Charity Asylum in the Loperena case versus Blanc, $200; a total of $800. Received on account from Father (Stephen) Rousselon, $100; from Charles Daron, $42; balance due $658. The undersigned members of the bar of New Orleans, consider the above fees just and moderate. (Signed) L. Eyma(?), H.B. Denis, C. Redmond, Martin Blaske(?).
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {12}
1844 Oct. 18
Jouanneault, Father V(ictor):
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Things have changed so in the parish that he believes it would be well to adopt other measures. At first his ministry was limited to the village of Covington and all his revenue came from these people. Now he is often called outside and it will be necessary for him to give up the school. He is often called for Bonfouca and each visit takes 2 or 3 days. He wishes (Blanc) could offer him a little compensation by procuring him some Mass stipends. He has worked two and a half years without having asked for anything. It is impossible to serve two places; he cannot support himself without some help from either the Propagation or some other source.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1844 Oct. 19
Boullier, (C.M.), Father J(ohn):
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Emile Picou and Aimée Lessard wish to marry. Their fathers are half-brothers. They ask for a dispensation.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1844 Oct. 19
Butler, Father Thomas R.:
Hamilton, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He sends by Mr. Oliver the beads for Sister of Charity and for Dr. Burnham. He has been entreated to visit the workmen on the railroad and if Purcell approves he is to send a commission to show that he is authorized to visit them one Sunday a month. He has obtained $61 from the Irish to meet the debt but only $10 from the Germans.
P.S. In his reply Purcell is asked to give the time of his visit.
(Note on back in Purcell's handwriting about writing a letter to Father (William) Schonat at Columbus about Mt. Elizabeth Baker (?).)
II-4-i - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {4}
1844 Oct. 19
Nichols, James R.:
Haverhill, (Massachusetts)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
He informs Brownson that the managers of the Lyceum would again like Brownson to give a lecture if it be convenient for him. He inquires at what time, if he can give them his services. The fee is the same as last year.
I-3-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1844 Oct. 20
Herval, Father E.:
Havre de Gr(ace, France)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Mr. Thelon of Angers has spent two months at Havre; he decided to find a job in primary education but has failed to find one. Herval gave him a letter of recommendation but Blanc is to regard it as null. Thelon is an honest man but he has no education and is not a practical Christian. Herval depends on the kindness of the bearer of this letter for news of Blanc. They have a new archbishop, Archbishop (Louis Edmund) Blanquart of Bailleul, former bishop of Versailles. He is an excellent man. He is indebted to the 1830 government but has not enchained his liberty; he does not hesitate to state his convictions and complaints on the university question.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1844 Oct. 21
Oakeley, Frederick:
Kilganiffe, Ireland
to (Rev. Edgar Wadhams):
(Ticonderoga, New York)
Oakeley expresses thanks for the kind and comforting note. He thinks that Mr. (John)Dalgairns had spoken to Oakeley about a letter which he received from (Wadhams) after recovering from an illness he had this summer, Oakeley found that his intimate friend in literary undertakings had, upon his own initiative, joined the Roman Catholic Communion in Belgium. The reason for this act Oakeley believes is a state of morbid resentment under which his friend left him. This friend had been a respected friend and inmate of Oakeley's house. However, Oakeley believes his work for the present is in their own church, and mentioned this merely to explain the possible interruption. of the translation of St. Bernard's works. He is determined to carry on if his health will permit it. He extends his regards and sympathy. P.S. It will give him great pleasure to hear from (Wadhams). (James A McMaster Collection)
I-1-m - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 16to. - {3}
1844 Oct. 21
Timon, (C.M.), Father J(ohn):
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Timon sends a letter just received from Judge Leonard of Plaquemine asking for a copy of the law of incorporation of the Bishops of Phil(adelphia), etc. Timon asks Blanc to send Leonard a copy for the Bishop of Kentucky. Bishop (Peter Richard) Kenrick has written for a copy of that of his brother in Philadelphia which is identical with that for Pittsburgh. Father (John) Brands, (C.M.) has written Timon enclosing a copy of the last will of Father (Joseph) Paquin, (C.M.) but Timon has heard nothing from Bishop (John) Odin. All now are well but between flood and sickness the hand of God has been upon this upper country.
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1844 Oct. 22
Pierz, Father Francois:
Arbre Croche, Michigan
to
Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Pierz received Lefevere's letter of Sept. 17, just as he returned from Ionia where he had accompanied some Indians to buy land. Pierz bought the land in the name of the three chiefs. They bought more than 1,000 acres of the best land they could get. This land is situated at Arbre Croche Bay, on the other side of the river, Lacroix and Middletown. Consequently the whites will not be able to establish themselves among the savages. This is very important in order to preserve the savages from corruption. At the present time, Pierz and Stewart are working together to obtain the emancipation of the savages and to make them citizens of the United States. During his trip to Ionia, Pierz almost died of a strong attack of cholera, but God's Providence preserved him once more. He gave $5 for each of the purchases of land, so that in company of the Indians, he will own the land they bought. This is very advantageous for the mission and the savages. Pierz got 3 stoves for his schools, but Lefevere misunderstood him, because what he really wanted was a stove for his room and one for his kitchen, because he shall spend half of the coming winter at Lacroix. For that reason, he needs a kitchen stove and the necessary utensils, which will cost $20. He asks Lefevere to send him such a stove through Mr. Abbot at Mackinac. The teachers want to be paid monthly, so that they will not have to look for food to the neglect of their schools. Pierz also is in great need of money. He does not have enough money to buy his winter supplies. He is still working on his great catechism and other writings. He asks Lefevere to send him half a year of his salary from Sept. 1 to March 1, or to give a note on Bidel and Drew of Mackinac. Thus, he will be able to take care of the schools and of his mission. He needs two bells of $40 each, but he will be able to get them for $32. He hopes to get them before the fall is over. He ordered them from a Mr. Cap, a good bell maker in Detroit. He asks Lefevere to pay for them from his salary.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1844 Oct. 22
O'Connor, Michael, Bp. of Pittsburgh:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Messers. Hay, Creedon, Gallagher and Lambert will present these lines in person. They are the persons for the seminary, one more than O'Connor wrote about, however, he hopes that one more will not make any serious difference. He hopes to be able to return the compliment.
P.S. He will write to Father Francis Burlando, C.M., regarding the students. He takes it for granted that Purcell has given up the idea of the retreat at least as far as he is concerned. Bishop (Ignatius) Reynolds is now near him and ready in such matters. He asks Purcell to tell Father James Wood that he received the two parcels sent from Wheeling. His reason for asking about the wine was that he settled for a cask that had been sent. One came with him and he desires to know whether two were sent, so that Father Edward Purcell would not have to pay for the extra one.
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1844 Oct. 23
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Little Ben, (Mississippi?)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Chanche) asks Blanc's sympathy in favor of two orphans whom Providence threw in their way at Cairo. Some of the gentlemen chanced to enter a house where the mother of these boys lay dead. If possible Blanc is to place them in the asylum under his direction. Mr. Robertson, one of the gentlemen, brings this letter.
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1844 Oct. 26
Montegut, E. and P.A. Helard:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. Daron is requested to admit into the asylum under his care, the above mentioned boys, Robert and John Massey.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - 3pp. - folio - {7}
1844 Oct. 23
Leamy, John:
Cahir, (Ireland)
to Father (Joseph) Billon for Thomas Leamy:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
John addresses his letter to his "Brothers if there be any of you alive." He has been retained as a process server in Cahir which would support him pretty well but getting old he would expect that either of them would not forget their only brother and only sister, Catherine Leamy. John has received information from Mich(ae)l Toomy of New Orleans requesting to know from his father in Clonmel whether any of the Leamys were alive in Cahir. John hopes that Billon will put a stop to Toomy's career and will write to Father Mich(ae)l Tobin, parish priest, and send an account of Thomas and Michael Leamy. Thomas went out in 1815 and Michael in 1827. Toomy states in his letter that he had the Leamys or at least one of them in his employ. Ireland was never more peacable; (he quotes the price of grain, animals, etc.) Mail is to be directed to Tobin or to John Clayton to be forwarded to John.
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1844 Oct. 24
Brogard, Father J(oseph) N.:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Brogard has Blanc's letter of the 9th; Blanc seems to doubt the motives which influence him to give up his post. Several times Brogard has complained of weak lungs which bother him in preaching. Last year Brogard had an operation for hemorrhoids from which he suffered while still in Mississippi. He was called to Plains on a sick call to the Widow Chidester. He could not go and several days later he learned that she was dead. So he has asked to retire. Brogard was asked by Alexandre-Hamilton Willis of Terres Hautes to ask Blanc's permission to build a chapel. The efforts by the Protestants are unbelievable. It is almost a month since he wrote the trustees about leaving and they have not replied. That is as much as they think of religion. He has also baptized several Protestant families, among others, Mr. Brunot's, the lawyer.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {5}
1844 Oct. 24
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
This letter will be handed to Blanc by Miss Reddy, recommended by Father (Francis Xavier) Gartland of Philadelphia. She likewise has letters from Bishop (Francis Patrick) Kenrick. (Chanche) regrets Miss Reddy does not remain in Natchez as she first intended. (P.S. Chanche) sent Blanc the sketches of Kentucky which Father M(artin John) Spalding put in his hands for Blanc when (Chanche) was in Louisville.
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1844 Oct. 24
Des Anges, R.G.S., Sister Marie Rosalie P.:
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to (New Orleans, Louisiana)
The gentleman who will present this is a Frenchman; he has asked for an introduction as he knows no one in New Orleans. Sister does this with pleasure as it gives her a chance to express again her gratitude for all the favors has granted her. Knowing's interest in the (Sisters of the) Good Shepherd, he will be glad to hear that on September 15, 8 of their penitents were confirmed; 10 received Holy Communion. Sister asks to pray for them as he knows the weakness of the American character. Their foundation in Montreal is already very flourishing.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1844 Oct. 24
Meyer, Father Maria Anthony:
Norwalk, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
A few days, ago they received from Father (JohN B.) Jacomet, formerly a member of their community, a letter asking for vestments, money and for a recommendation. They regard him no longer as one of the (Precious Blood Fathers). As to his real standing, during the novitiate and before receiving sacred orders he was obedient, devout and an example to all. After ordination he began to draw away from the regular observance and to neglect his studies. He wasted his time and neglected to prepare his sermons in time. They called on him very rarely and finally sent him to Purcell. He has never done anything against faith or morals and they believe that after more preparation in the seminary he will do good as a secular priest. (Father Francis De Sales Brunner) their superior is sick in bed and they are worried about him and ask Purcell to pray for his recovery.
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1844 Oct. 25,
Pierz, Father Francois:
Arbre Croche, Michigan
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
On Oct. 20, Pierz sent a letter to Lefevere. Now he is sending another one to give more details concerning the savages and his mission. The savages are very much satisfied with the land that Pierz advised them to buy. They are attached to him now because of that and because he works hard to civilize and educate the savages. But to stabilize and give more strength to the mission, it is necessary to emancipate the Indians and make them citizens of the United States. Stewart promised him to send a petition to the government. To this petition, Pierz added a letter of recommendation. He shall send another letter to Mackinac. Pierz believes that they would get better results if Lefevere would speak directly to the governor of Detroit, or to any other person of the legislature to recommend the Indians of his missions for emancipation. Concerning the schools, the one at Lacroix is very florishing and the teachers are working hard, but he promised them a small increase in their salary. Pierz expects to spend 5 months of the winter at Lacroix and 2 at Middletown. The school of Petit Traverse (Arbre Croche) does not satisfy Pierz. Indeed when Mrs. (Maria Anne) Fisher came here following Lefevere's orders, Pierz told her to teach the savages in their own languages, and to teach English to only a small group of gifted savages, to satisfy the government. Furthermore, the girls should be taught the different things that a women needs. But Mrs. Fisher insisted on teaching English to all of them, but after two years of experience the savages do not know how to read and speak either English or Indian. Pierz does not want to tell her to change the plan because he does not want to make her mad, since he needs her for the coming winter to help him to translate his grand catechism. Pierz believes that Mrs. Fisher would better enjoy the school at Mackinac, because all the pupils are white, and more capable of learning English. Miss Taner is a good teacher but she is inconstant, several times she wanted to leave the school. She is now on vacation and Pierz does not believe that she will be back. Pierz wants Lefevere to accept the resignation of Miss Taner in case she decides to leave Mackinac and to give the school to Mrs. Fisher. Mrs. Fisher will take the school with great satisfaction, and as a result, he will be able to do a better job with the school at Arbre Croche. Pierz gave the school of Manistee to a new teacher called Kines, because the first one did not satisfy him. At Grand Traverse, Pierzes tablished 2 schools, one on the Bay where all the Catholics live at the present time. Pierz has more than 20 children in the school and the same number of adults. All want to learn how to read. In the upper village, where the Presbyterian mission is, Pierz has now more than 100 Catholics; a good Catholic is in charge of the school everyday. Pierz says Mass every Sunday in his house. This man, Javanan, also reads the copy of Pierz's great catechism to the savages with great success. Pierz promises 1 shilling for each reading of his catechism. He could reduce the influence of the Presbyterian mission to almost nothing if he could settle At Grand Traverse because all the savages want to see him there. But Pierz believes that it would not be prudent to touch the Presbyterian wasp at the present time, because the savages are not yet emancipated and that all important offices for the welfare of the savages are in the hands of the worst Presbyterian. Pierz says that for the time being, he would have to act carefully and wait for the events to come to develop his plan at Grand Traverse. Pierz wishes that he could get a priest from his own country to help him. He would be able to take care of his mission on Lake Michigan. Pierz heard that Father (J.B.) Proulx is disgusted with his bishop in Canada. Proulx wishes to work among the Indians of Lefevere's Diocese now. In case Proulx is accepted in the diocese, Pierz would not like to have him for a neighbor, because Proulx is too much of an intriguer and very imprudent.
III-2-h - A.L.S - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {8}
1844 Oct. 25
Praz, R.S.C.J., Madame A.:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Madam Praz is grateful for Blanc's kindnesses. Their 26 students are truly good; they are expecting some of the older ones and hope their boarding school will be larger this year. They have been orphans since September 15, their Superior left after all were on retreat under the direction of Father (Stephen Parrondo?). They are glad that the troubles that Blanc had for so long are at last ended. They have had no news of their Mother since she left St. Michael six weeks ago. Mother Gallwey has heard nothing of her; this bothers Madame Praz more than the government of the house.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1844 Oct. 26
Juncker, Father Henry D.:
Dayton, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The state of his health forces him to ask permission to leave Dayton for at least two or three weeks. In effect since he has been in Dayton he has been suffering though not sick in bed. For five days he has not felt like saying Mass except on Sundays and if the condition continues he fears that he will not be able to do his other work in the confessional and in particular instruction. He desires to leave the Sunday after All Saints and go to Chillicothe, where he has some things he needs for the winter. If Purcell likes Father Daniel Hallinan he might send him to Dayton in Juncker's absence.
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1844 Oct. 26
Ménard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodauxville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Father (Charles Boutelou de) St. Aubin has shown that he does not intend to keep house. When Ménard objected that perhaps this arrangement might not be agreeable to Blanc, St. Aubin said that his negress had become infirm and that besides he needed quiet in order to get his affairs in order. So Ménard takes his meals at Mr. Troué's and St. Aubin will pay for them. Nothing new at Thibodauxville. The White family is well.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1844 Oct. 27
Boué, Father L(ouis):
Amherstburg, C(anada) W(est)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
When Boué left France for the second time to come to Canada, he left a power of attorney with a cousin. He supposed he would find in the mission where he was going, at least food and clothing; he was mistaken. After 18 months in Lower Canada he was without money, obliged to turn to Father (Peter J.) Chazelle, (S.J.) and the Superior of the seminary, and finally obliged to give the Bank of Montreal the note which Blanc honored last year. The Bishop of Toronto made him some offers and he accepted, since the Bishop of Montreal seemed cold toward him and since Amherstburg is near Sandwich, another mission which the Jesuits have and where Chazelle is the superior just now. On January 3 he left, and arrived at Amherstburg 10 days later after traveling 900 miles. He had only $60 left with which to furnish a brand new house. He sent Father (A. Pierre) Ladavière, (S.J.) his power of attorney, asking him to sell Paul at any price and to sell his claims among his debtors at St. Michael at any price. Not receiving a reply after three months, Boué wrote to his cousin to let him know that he needed his rent, and wrote to Mrs. Maguenniss asking for a delay of another year. Tomorrow he will give a draft for $300 of which Blanc is to acknowledge receipt. What has become of Paul; where are his wages for four years, what happened to the accounts amounting to $1100, where are his books, his clock, etc.? One thought in Blanc's letter made him shed many tears. Blanc said, "Your rents are very high!" In other words if Boué were dead, the rent would no longer be high.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {4}
1844 Oct. 27
Lefranc, Father (John M.):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc) or Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lefranc asks for a dispensation for an impediment affinity. P.S. Father (Pierre) Ladavière suffers a great deal with a sore foot; he leaves his room only to go to the church.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1844 Oct. 28
Brassac, Father H(ercule):
Paris, (France)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louis(ia)na
Brassac was not in Paris when Father (Bonaventure) Armengol, (C.M) arrived with the young men he was bringing to Propaganda College. He was at Marvejols when he received Blanc's letter dated June 1, and the one of August 3. Blanc reminded him that he needs four priests; it is very difficult to find men for New Orleans. He knows the country too well to send men without suitable character. He saw Father Placet, now a pastor in the diocese of Versailles; he seems like a holy man. As for his friend, Placet told Brassac that he was somewhat turned away from his plan by a Father Menestrier, chaplain at the Versailles chateau, who had visited New Orleans. Last year Father Boué wrote that he had a young priest for Blanc. Brassac would have had him leave but he preferred to wait until Placet was ready. Blanc asks if Brassac wishes to make a gift to the diocese of the balance of 56 piastres which Blanc has from his draft on Brand and Landry; he would like to but he needs it more than the diocese. He has his old father who is 88 and his sister. Blanc is to judge what to do. Brassac thanks Blanc for his new requests to return to his diocese but other considerations keep him here now. (Father Matthew Bernard) And(uze?) is here looking for a chaplaincy in one of the royal chateaus; he was to see the Prince of Jouiville(?) to whom he was recommended by Admiral Baudin. Brassac has seen him several times but they have never discussed affairs at New Orleans; Brassac's position is very delicate. And(uze?) said he might spend the winter at Naples; Blanc would do well to write to the Archbishop of Paris. (P.S.) Some days ago Brassac wrote to recommend Dr. Roaldez, nephew of Garrigues Flaujac; he is a fine man. Blanc's allocation this year is 44,000 f(rancs). (In the margin of p.2): Father Bonmieu(?), would like to have news of an Ursuline who came to New Orleans in 1816, Adèle de Brousser who took the name of Sister St. Augustin.
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1844 Oct. 28
(Hailandière), Bishop Cel(estine de la):
Vincennes, (Indiana)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
All summer he has been a trifle indisposed. He has not been able to settle his business in Rome; they are busy with Nashville and after that will come Vincennes. While waiting, he is going to France; probably when Blanc receives this he will be in New York. He may go to Rome. It will be impossible for Father (Auguste) Martin to come to see Blanc during (Hailandière)'s absence. Martin, aside from a true piety and a brilliant pen, lacks many things. (Hailandière) congratulates Blanc on the happy outcome of his trouble with the trustees.
V-5-b - A.L.S - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1844 Oct. 28
McAleer, Father Mich(ael):
Memphis, Tenn(esse)e
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
McAleer introduces the bearer, W(illia)m Martin, who is enroute to Havana for his health. McAleer asks Blanc to give Martin a letter of recommendation to some of the clergy. He is a devoted Catholic, a carpenter by trade. McAleer congratulates Blanc on the happy termination of the St. Louis Church schism.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1844 Oct. 28
Nash, James P.:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Nash received Blanc's letter of August 30 on October 18. Bishop (John Mary) Odin is on the eve of his return which will be hailed by everyone in this community. Father (John Brands, C.M.) Brandts is perfectly restored to health; the yellow fever removed all his former complaints. A German nobleman just returned from San Antonio told Nash that (Odin) was busy arranging for the emigrants. It is consoling to Nash that (Philip) Rotchford has secured McIntire's claim on the Church of St. Patrick. Nash wishes he could contribute to the redemption of that beautiful edifice.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {7}
1844 Oct. 28
Timon, (C.M.), Father J(ohn):
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
By the boat which brings this letter, Father Michael Collins, (C.M) goes to aid their brethren at Assumption Seminary. His services at St. Louis have been most useful and appreciated by the Bishop. Father (Louis Regis) Deluol, (S.S.) did not understand if he said that Timon was decidedly for Natchitoches. He would prefer Donaldson by far but when Deluol told him that for support they counted on a pay school and that he could send Sisters only for a primary education, Timon doubted the success. He will be down soon to see Blanc and will get information from his brethren.
V-5-b - A.L.S - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1844 Oct. 29
Arbelots, née Pougant:
Moulins-en-gelbert, (Frence)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Arbelots writes because of her interest in Father (Charles?) Dalloz in gratitude for the services rendered to their parish and her house in particular during the seven years he was pastor. His brother, the pastor, having told her that he believed Dalloz was in (Blanc)'s diocese, she writes to ask (Blanc) to tell Dalloz that she would like to hear from him and that he must not count on the money he asked from his brother. If Dalloz needs money to aid in the conversion of the heathens, Arbelots has commissioned Mr. Perier of Chateau Chinon to give him what he asks for. Arbelots recommends herself to Dallez's prayers, as she does the soul of her husband whom Dalloz buried.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1844 Oct. 29
Brands, C.M., Father John:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Brands received Blanc's letter a week ago. He feels the loss of Father (Joseph) Paquin, (C.M.) severely; and more so because he had to go without the Last Sacraments. Brands' convalescence has been slow; he was at the point of death twice in Missouri since last February. Now he is beginning to be able to discharge the duties of the ministry since the Bishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.) is not yet returned from San Antonio. (James P.) Nash has handed Brands $30 to send to his wife in New York to enable her to come to Galveston. Nash has requested Brands to ask Blanc to send the amount to her, addressed to Bri(d)get Nash, at William Duggan's.
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1844 Oct. 29
Gallien, G. Choiselat, Treasurer:
Paris, France
to Bishop Peter P(aul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Gallien informs Bishop Lefevere that the two Central Councils of Paris and Lyons of the Association of the Propagation of Faith have allocated to the diocese of Detroit for the fiscal year 1844, a sum of 31,500 francs. Despite the great increase both as to needs and demands which exceeds the Society's increased income and which force them to make reductions on allocations, the Society has been able to maintain that of Detroit at a high level. The Council is pleased at the good relations that have been maintained between Lefevere and the Council. Gallien is sure that the Society will partake of the consolations with which God will not fail to compensate Bishop Lefevere's zeal and the difficult work of the Apostolate. He is sure that Bishop Lefevere knows that allocations are voted by anticipation and that the greater portion of the funds sent beforehand to their destination are actually received only at the middle of the following year. Only at that time are all allocations able to be balanced. Lefevere, therefore, should draw on him a sum of 10,000 francs in one draft, by the first and second bill of exchange payable 30 years on sight. In order to prevent any mistakes the Society has provided counterfoil books and no payment will be made, at least by draft, unless detached from the (counterfoil) book. The enclosures are of this kind. Gallien asks Lefevere or his proxy to sign his name to each draft after he has filled in the date, the order, and the sum. This should then be addressed to the administration of the Society at Paris. Later Gallien will send Bishop Lefevere the rest of the allocation.
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1844 Oct. 29
(Hecker), Isaac:
(New York, New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Chelsea, Massachusetts
Working with his brothers being to him as the air is to a fish, and idleness being a mortal sin, he has adopted the study of languages and does all things under the advice of his spiritual adviser. Pine mental study is to be not one of selfishness, but costs much in selfdenial and sacrifice of happiness. Being unable to find a comrade to accompany him on a pilgrimage, the project will probably die forever, at least in that form.
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1844 Oct. 29
Priour, Father J(ulien):
New Iberia, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Priour asks for a dispensation from 2nd degree relationship for Theogene Louvière and Anais Louvière. Father (Giles F.?) Martin's health is very bad; Priour's is weak. There are still many sick to visit and someone stole $230 from him; it was his entire fortune. The thief acknowledged it and this morning came with two witnesses to ask if Priour could accuse him of the crime. Priour told them to go. One went to St. Martin and tonight Priour thinks he will have a summons.
V-5-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {4}
1844 Oct. 29
Young, Father Joshue M.:
Lancaster, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Mr. Walb comes to Cincinnati to visit his sister Mrs. Eckinger and at Young's suggestion to attempt to raise some money from his countrymen for their church. They are still in debt to the defunct Lancaster Bank and while the people are making an effort to raise the money, money is scarce there. Purcell will please give him recommendations to the pastors of the German congregations. If he raises a couple of hundred dollars they will be able to see their way through and hot hinder the erection of a new German church. He has been watching the Telegraph for an invitation to a retreat. The sickness season is now about over. Aspects of the political horizon appears full of portents, and he presumes to suggest that supplication be substituted by Father Collins for appearing at the polls.
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1844 Oct. 30
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Chanche) arrived last week after a much longer absence then he had calculated upon. He was sorry to learn that Father (Guillaume) Labbé had again given scandal on the coast. Father (William A.) Blenkinsop, in answer to a letter of Bishop (Michael) Portier's requested the Bishop to act as he would in his own diocese. (Chanche) congratulates Blanc; his church may be more tranquil than if it had not undergone this violent storm. (Chanche) heard nothing in the north of the petition for Father (John) Timon; he is inclined to rejoice that no action has been made in Rome. He fears Timon is not what he was; he is prematurely old, he would be inefficient. (Chanche) believes that Blanc may expect the Sisters (of Charity) at Donaldsonville in the course of the next months. Father Rousselon is to send two casks of wine; (Chanche) will settle for it when he visits Blanc in the winter.
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