(1854) (Nov.)
(Rappe, Louis) A(madeus) Bp. Cleveland:
(Cleveland, Ohio)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He wishes to inform Purcell of the certain knowledge about Father (Philip) Foley. The actions during the retreat in Cleveland he feels were the result of drink, and "remoto potu, periculum evanescet". Although he believes he can employ Father (J.J.) Aylward, certain circumstances unforseen oblige him to refuse his offer of service.
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1854 Nov. 1
DeCourcy, H(enr)y:
New York, (New York)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
They are sending Blanc, on the part of Archbishop C(ajetan) Bedini, 150 copies of the print of the Madonna of Rimini which Bedini has had made to offer to Catholics of the United States as a souvenir of his trip. Although Bedini did not have the happiness of visiting Blanc's diocese, he does not want to forget them in the distributing of the picture as he is certain that his welcome there would have had the same consolations as he received everywhere. The occasion of the proclamation of the dogma of the Immaculate Conception offers a special opportunity for the veneration of the Madonna of Rimini and Bedini hopes it will increase devotion. They would like to betnotified of the receipt of Bedini's package. B. Binsse signs as Consul General of the Pontifical states. P. S. The receipt for express prepaid is enclosed (no enclosure). The express does not take packages as far as Galveston; they have added Bishop (John Mary) Odin's.
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(18)54 Nov. 1
Dicharry, Father F(elix):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Father(Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It will be impossible for Dicharry to describe a military coat. It is long, blue, weatherproof, and has the air of laughing at the world. It is not a hooded great-coat nor a mackintosh. Perhaps it cannot be found in New Orleans. In a store where he asked for one without success last year, he got one this year. Dicharry is happy; he has just received a letter from Bishop (Auguste Marie) Martin, full of good news. P.S. Dicharry will wait to pay, he does not know what he owes. As long as the money lasts, he will spend it. Marie Lénée. is here.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - folio - {3}
1854 Nov. 1
(Haughery), Margaret (Gaffney):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $10.85 for milk.
VI-1-h - Receipt - 1p. - 32mo. - {1}
1854 Nov. 1
Lambert, Rich(ar)d:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $20 for one month's services as organist.
VI-1-h - A. Receipt S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {1}
1854 Nov. 1
Perché, Father N(apoleon) J(oseph):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Perché intends to ask the Archbishop, as he did last year, permission to allow a visit to the convent for a day during vacation, for those ladies whom the Superior deems it appropriate to admit. In the Archbishop's absence, Perché applies to Rousselon for this permission. Perché sees many advantages in these visits. Also could Rousselon have the anniversary service for the deceased members of their society on November 10?
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 (Nov.) 1
Raymond, Father G(ilbert):
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
The Ohio being so low, Raymond starts by railroad for St. Louis, hence for Donaldsonville where he hopes to be on the 10th.
VI-1-h - Telegram - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 Nov. 2
Blake, Thomas:
Xenia, Ohio
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The enclosed $20 is forwarded for Catherine Power who is expected to reach N(ew) O(rleans) in the Lady Russell from Liverpool. Her brother, through Blake, considers the present mode the safest to reach her. If she calls, (Blanc) is to tell her that when she reaches Cincinnati, she will take the Little Miami R(ail) R(oad) cars for Selma where her brother will meet her. (In Blanc's hand on the letter): Sent back June 8, (18)55.
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(18)54 Nov. 2
Despouey, J.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $10.44 for oats, corn, and hay. Receipted by A. Dartigues.
VI-1-h - A. Bill - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1854 Nov. 2
Fitzgerald, Thomas:
Kilrush, Ireland
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
About 20 years ago, Fitzgerald advanced a large sum of money to his first cousin James Read, then living in Kilkee, to enable him to furnish his lodges at the watering place of Kilkee. He did not succeed in his undertaking and was unable to pay Fitzgerald. As an alternative, about 18 years ago Fitzgerald insured Read's life for 200 pounds. Read embarked from Liverpool Sept(ember) 27, 1848; he wrote from St. Louis July 25, 1849 saying he would send for his children. He left St. Louis for N(ew) Orleans and since December 17, 1851, Fitzgerald has heard no account of him. In that letter he desired Fitzgerald to direct (his letter) to Martin Hough, N(ew) Orleans, He also mentioned the names of John Collins, shoemaker; Mary Russell; Michael Power; Thomas Keane, Dick Hough;Thomas Gorman; and John Stapleton as all these were his neighbors at home and all living in Orleans. Some may be still there. Read was then about 50, 5 foot 7, swart(h?)y appearance, broad face. Fitzgerald takes this liberty because of the predicament he is in. P.S. A letter from Martin Mulcare, dated December 19, (18)51, from Algiers, N(ew) Orleans, stated that James Read lodged with him.
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(1854 Nov. 3)
Guillou, Father J(ulian) M.:
(Pascagoula, Mississippi)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Guillou received Rousselon's letter this morning in reply to the one Guillou had written to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc some time ago, to ask him if he could not use him during the winter, with the opportunity of visiting his parishioners at Pascagoula once or twice. Rousselon's reply is exactly what Guillou expected. Bishop (James Oliver) Vandevelde has just written Guillou to take advantage of the retreat at N(ew) O(rleans) in case Rousselon would permit him to. During his stay, the other affair could be arranged. Vandevelde will take care of Guillou's expenses in New Orleans.
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1854 Nov. 3
Jandel, (O.P.), Father A(lexander) V(incent):
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jandel is embarrassed by his delay in answering (Blanc)'s letter of June 26. When it arrived Jandel was leaving for a visit of their monasteries at Naples. He was sure that the affair of the ex-Dominican Joseph Pascual was the exclusive province of the Scared Office because in their order, they take solemn vows immediately after the novitiate. After 5 years, canon law does not permit the religious to claim nullity of profession. The master of spanish novices could not say otherwise. Jandel could not give (Blanc) a satisfactory answer before his return to Rome and as (Blanc) said he had written to Propaganda he had also to know the steps which this Congregation had been able to take. Various circumstances having prolonged Jandel's absence, he did not return until the end of September when vacations were beginning. He hastened to communicate (Blanc)'s letter to Cardinal (Alexander) BarnabÒ, who had to do some research and consultation, and it was only today that Jandel learned from BarnabÒ that in July of last year BarnabÒ had asked for the dispensation for Pascual. (Blanc) knows the slowness and secretiveness of this Congregation and so Jandel can only promise to hasten it to the best of his ability. Meanwhile he believes it would be very useful to send the S(acred) C(ongregation) the certificate of the marriage celebrated, or rather attempted, in Cuba and especially to affirm that the woman acted in good faith and that she still does not know of the impediment to the marriage. This last circumstance might be the most powerful one to enable one to hope for the dispensation. In regard to the establishment of a monastery (of Dominicans) in (Blanc)'s diocese: Jandel can only renew the expression of his gratitude for (Blanc)'s kind dispositions and that of his regret of not being able to carry it out. Almost three years ago Jandel sent a visitor, Father (Robert Augustine) White, (O.P.) to the United States. He reported the need of 4 European religious. Jandel has not been able to send even one. Because of a misunderstanding, the Provincial in the United States thought he was authorized to found a monastery in Washington which added further to the scarcity of subjects. Jandel has sounded out the situation in France and far from being able to take subjects from there, he has to send to that province, a priest whom he had called to Rome 2 years ago and whom he needed very much. One of its best subjects has just been taken from this province; one who thirsted for the missions and who succumbed to the cholera contracted while visiting the sick two months ago.
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1854 Nov. 4
Bessonies, Father Aug(ust):
Jeffersonville, Indiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He now sends information asked for in Purcell's circular of June 14th. The priest is French by birth but a naturalized citizen of the U.S. Churches 2 brick, 1 frame; schools, 1, 60 scholars of which 20 are American born, taught by John Coleman; Inhabitants,150 Irish Catholic families, 220 German Catholic families, 65 French families. He does not know the number of non-Catholics. He adds some information for the Catholic Almanack. Jeffersonville, Clark Co. St. Anthony Church, Rev. Aug. Bessonies; Knobbs, Floyd Co. (Indiana) Assumption of the B.V.M. Church attended from Jeffersonville - also St. Joseph, Clark Co., Memphis, Retica, Vuima, Scot Co. (Indiana). P.S. He asks Purcell to hand over to the Regester of the Land Office the enclosed affadavid and for him to certify that Bessonies can be relied upon.
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1854 Nov. 4
Gouesse, (C.S.C.), Father F(rancis):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
If Father (Edward F.) Sorin, (C.S.C) wrote Rousselon lately, Rousselon would do well to ask him to remain quiet or to put off a decision until the Archbishop has conferred with the motherhouse. Gouesse will explain at greater length after the retreat.
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1854 Nov. 6
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Plaquemine, Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisia)na
Although he had made all his preparation to go down next Monday for the retreat, he must bother Rousselon about the Know-Nothings who have begun their routine here. There weeks ago they decided to kill Chambost at the altar. So in order to give them a better view, Chambost sang the High Mass but they did not carry out their plan that day. On All Saints day, they sent a bold young man from Donal(d)sonville to make maneuvers on horse back in the midst of the procession. Chambost sent him then order to withdraw but when he refused, Chambost said nothing more but his brother (August Chambost) turned around and treated him insolently. After the procession he threatened (August) with a knife. Chambost told the people who wished to deal with him not to do anything, that he was a scatterbrain and a stranger. But the know-Nothings did not want peace and immediately after the mass they came, three among them armed to teeth, and demanded satisfaction. Chambost replied that satisfaction implied injury and he had done nothing against them. He asked them to vent their ill feelings elsewhere. They said they wanted to stop the religious fanaticism, that Chambost monopolized everything at the church and the college. His brother ran to tell them to be quiet but he was knocked down by a blow to his eye. Then the assassins wanted to make a rush on the professors and students but Chambost barred the way. They threatened to kill him but finally withdrew. On Sunday they came but saw the Catholics in such good order that they did not dare to do anything. (August) had only the black eye to which they applied leeches. The administrators wanted to go down to the city to see Rousselon about this; Chambost stopped them. They have resolved to take these assassins to court and also to see the French consul. Chambost told them he would confer with Rousselon. Chambost is also going to write to Father(Napoleon Joseph) Perché. Never has the church or college gone so well. Their professors are well.
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1854 Nov. 7
Corbe, Father J(ohn):
St. Mary-of-the woods, (Indiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Only some days ago, Corbe was reminded of a bad impression given to (Rousselon) about him, some years ago by Sister Ann Joseph, (S.P.). Corbe knew it at the time because it was reported to him and because he saw the letter of Ann Joseph to Mother Théodore (Guerin, S.P.). Yesterday on the occasion of (Rousselon)'s letter to Mother Théodore, Corbe thought that perhaps the Sisters of Providence would establish themselves quite soon, in the diocese of New Orleans and so they would have some contacts. So he thought he would rectify the error. Here are the facts; In Mother Théodore's absence, Ann Joseph became very evil with the Sisters in charge of the Community to the point where several time they would like to have sent her away. Corbe prevented them, not because of any authority, because he had none, for he was only the Sisters' confessor, but by advice. However it came to the point where they decided to send her away. So one Monday morning, a Sister came to inform Corbe of this decision several minutes before her departure. Corbe was extremely annoyed by this but he could do nothing. To the Sister who told him, he said: "If I Could say all that I know, there would be reasons enough to send her away. " The Sister relayed these words to Ann Joseph who though that Corbe was alluding to confidences made in the confessional or elsewhere. She was mistaken. He was referring to something a Bishop had said against her and to what a priest from around Louisville had written, and who had forbidden Corbe to mention their names or even the things, saying that they gave the information only for Corbe's use in direction. He never found out if the reports were true; it was not necessary. Ann Joseph left that morning and it was only after her departure that Corbe sent hr, by the boy who escorted her, a letter from (Rousselon) that Corbe received but had not had a chance to give her. But he was not to see her again and she left under this bad impression which she must have communicated to (Rousselon). Corbe does not condemn her for appearances were against him, but he had no thought of making the allusion which she assumed.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1854 Nov. 7
Delta, (Newspaper):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $5.20 for the Daily Delta from Sept(ember) 1, 1854 to March 1, 1855. Receipted by Rob(er)t Flynn.
VI-1-h - Receipt - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}
1854 Nov. 8
Boye and Shumway:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipted bill for $14 for 2 dozen chairs. Receipt signed by A.R.Claque(?).
VI-1-h - Receipt - 1p. - 16mo. - {3}
1854 Nov. 8
Draper, Lyman C., Secretary:
Madison, Wisconsin
to Orestes A.Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
The Corresponding Secretary, notifies Brownson that he has been elected an Honorary Member of the St. Charles Institute of Brooklyn,
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1854 Nov. 9
Chambodut, Father L(ouis) C(laude) M(arie):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisiana)a
Father (Peter M.) Lacour gave Chambodut the 30 ordos Rousselon sent and the letter. He will have the 24 Masses said. He is expecting Bishop (John Mary Odin) any day. The last time he wrote (Odin) was in San Antonio, but he gave no details of his trip. Their priests have almost all been ill this year. The convent (Ursulines) is doing well; they need two more teachers for English and could dispense with two for French. If Rousselon could persuade Mother Ste. Seraphine, (Ray, R.u.) to send them two Americans they would give up one or two French.
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1854 Nov. 9
Glajeux, Berard des:
Paris, (France)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The Central Councils of the Association of the Propagation of the Faith have allowed New Orleans 15,000 francs. This allocation as in preceding years, will be subject to reduction in case the total receipts remain below their estimate. They sympathise deeply with Blanc in the premature loss of so many of his priests who did not hesitate to sacrifice their lives to bring solace to the sick. So they have wished to take their part by sending him some consolation. They remind him, however, that their resources are insufficient in the face of all the missions. Blanc will then watch over the development of the Association which will not accomplish its goat if not supported also in the Missions. Ch(arles) Choiselat also signs as secretary-treasurer.
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(1854 Nov. 9)
Choiselat, Ch(arles):
(Paris, France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The Councils have decided that an amount would ve distributed consisting of three-tenths of their collections for 1854. For New Orleans, this is 4500 francs. They have authorized the treasurer at Lyons to pay in anticipation 5000 francs. Choiselat sends a form to be filled out. Confident in (Blanc)'s cooperation for the development of the Association in his diocese, Choiselat reminds Blanc that the collections are recorded by January 30 and mention is made in the May Annales.
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1854 Nov. 10
Curran, Patrick M.:
Quebec, (Canada)
to (Orestes A. Brownson):
(Boston, Massachusetts)
Curran speaks of the pleasure he has derived from reading the Review and commends Brownson for the service he has rendered the cause of Truth, both in Philosophy and Religion. He intends to send Brownson some articles to be inserted in the Review, if Brownson thinks them proper and useful to the Church.
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1854 Nov. 10
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Spalding sends a copy of the rescript brevius. The longer rescript of the same date has the usual printed faculties and he does not send it, as Purcell undoubtedly has a copy. They reached home at 12 last night. Spalding has given Father (Sylvester H) Rosecran's note to his brother and sent Purcell's note to Mr. Cody. This note is subjoined to the copy of the Rescript drawn up by Father Charles Boeswald diocesan Chancellor. The rescript dates July 11, 1852 in which the Sacra Congregation De Fide Propaganda through Al. Barnabo, secretary grants Spalding the following faculties for ten years: 1 dispensing in private mixed marriages, 2 sanatic in radice, 3 of absolving priests of certain grave censures reserved to the Pope, 4 of ordaining priests titulo missionis.
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1854 Nov. 12
Chalon, Father G(abriel):
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chalon is having sent to (Rousselon) from France, by Virebent Frèes of Toulouse, 6 packages containing statues for their cathedral. He asked them to send (Rousselon) a letter with the bill and bill of lading. Chalon asks (Rousselon) to send the packages; the statues should have no duty in customs. Chalon will reimburse (Rousselon) for the necessary expenses.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1854 Nov. 12
Virebent Frès:
Toulouse, (France)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Following instructions sent by Father (Gabriel) Chalon of Mobile, they are sending the bill for their shipment of October 14 and the bill of lading for customs. They are writing to Chalon also today. The attached bill for the statues is 420 francs; the packing and freight is 62.40.
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1854 (Nov.) 13
Raymond, Father (Gilbert):
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
New delays, still he will be at Donaldsonville tomorrow evening, at N(e) Orleans Wednesday, unless advised to stay at Donaldsonville. Advise Baton Rouge landing. Raymond (is) on the Grand Tower.
VI-1-h - Telegram - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 Nov. 13
(O'Regan), Bishop Anthony:
Chicago, Illinois
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisiana)
(O'Regan) has just received the ordos for 1855. He thanks Rousselon for considering their wants. He will send them to the clergymen in the dioceses of Chicago and Quincy with directions that the number of Masses, 64, be complied with.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 Nov. 14
McDonough, John H.:
Rochester, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
McDonough writes for knowledge in regard to John McDonough who died near New Orleans, about 3 or 4 years ago and left considerable property to the city of New Orleans. There was a lawsuit about it and the heirs gained the suit from the city. Since then McDonough believes there are other heirs higher(?) than those who went to law. McDonough believes John McDonough to be a brother of his father. He came to this country in 1798 or 1800 or thereabouts. McDonough's father and mother came in 1805 or 1806; his brother had preceded him. On arriving in New Brunswick they heard he was in New York and went there but he had gone to Philadelphia. They went there but he had just gone south and they never heard from him. John McDonough's father and mother were said to be buried in Baltimore; this may be a false statement. (Blanc) is to enquire; there may be some among the old settlers who could give a true statement. He has heard that the will has been printed in pamphlet form and asks (Blanc) to send him one. McDonough's father came from County Fermaugh. (Blanc) is to direct his letter to McDonough care of James Cunningham.
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1854 Nov. 14
Perché, Father N(apoleon) J(oseph):
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Perché completely forgot, when he was with Rousselon, to ask for a permission. Sister Marie du Desert, of the Ouvroir is one of those whom Father (Francis) G(ouesse, C.S.C.?) harasses the most as he tries every means to destroy the Ouvroir. Sister wishes to speak to Perché and does not dare to do it as all her moves are watched. These (Sisters of the Holy Cross) have asked Perché if she could enter the confessional so that no one at the Asylum would know about it. The Archbishop told Perché on one occasion that he permitted the Mother Superior to let all the Sisters in the community in the city, enter when they came to visit. However on this occasion Perché would be surer if he had express permission. If Rousselon permits it he is simply to say yes by the bearer.
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1854 Nov. 15
Glajeux, Berard des:
Paris, (France)
to Bishop Peter P(aul) LeFevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Glajeux has the honor to announce that the Central Council of the Association of the Propagation has allotted to the diocese of Detroit the sum of 10,000 francs. This may be diminished if the expected funds raised by the association do not reach the amount predicted. He is very happy to announce this allocation and to help him attain his desires in the care of his flock. Thus charity renders the Catholics in the different countries one. He encloses a statement of the accounts. Ch(arles) Choiselat signs as secretary.
Enclosure:(1854) (Nov. 15)
Choiselat, Ch(arles):
(Paris, France)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
The Council had decided upon three divisions of the funds to be allocated during he year 1864. Thus the amount allotted for the diocese of Detroit at the present time is 3,000 francs. He places that sum at the disposition of Lefevere and sends a sight draft for the amount. He further asks Lefevere to draw up a statement of the funds received from the Association of the Propagation so that at the closing exercises of January 30 each year he may present a statement of the grants of the Association to the diocese. He would regret very much to have to omit a statement of the receipts by the diocese of Detroit in the accounts published in the May Annales.
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(18)54 Nov. 15
O'Keeffe, C.M., Father Tim(oth)y D.:
(Cape Girardeau, Missouri)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Yesterday O'Keeffe received Rousselon's letter of the 2nd enclosing an order on L.A. Beno(i)st and Co(mpany) for $313.50. The wine was also received. O'Keeffe will write to Mr. Guedry and explain the matter. P.S. Should any others make deposits with Rousselon for them, Rousselon is to dispose of it as of this last amount. O'Keeffe requested Rousselon to pay a Mr. Genti about $15. Since then Genti called on the person who owed him the amount and received it. Rousselon is not pay it should he call.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1854 Nov. 15
Lanata, Gandolfo and Co(mpany)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A bill for $15.25 for macaroni, pickles, olive oil, etc. (Attached is a receipt dated) D(ecem)ber 4 (signed by) B(ernar?)d Landumiey(?).
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1854 Nov. 16
Donnadieu:
Barcelonnette, (France)
to (Joseph F.) Gilly:
Following Gilly's order on his last trip to Barcelonnette, Donnadieu has furnished bread to Gilly's mother, as well as to his brother and sister. He has received nothing. With all good will, they cannot pay as they are very poor. He will continue to supply them until he hears from Gilly which he believes should be around January 15 at the latest. The bill amounts to more than 600 francs. To avoid any trouble or even a lawsuit, Donnadieu asks Gilly to pay at least half. Gilly can send orders on London, Paris, or Lyons. (On the same paper, a note signed) J(ea)n B(aptis)te Pons wishing Gilly good fortune.
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(18)54 Nov. 16
Gilly, J(osep)h F.:
(Assumption) Seminary,
(Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Yesterday the pastor of Donaldsonville read to Gilly, Rousselon's letter of the 8th in which he let Gilly know that the Archbishop wanted him to go at once to the seminary. Gilly hastened to obey although it meant giving up the pleasure of seeing Rousselon. Rousselon will not find it surprising that after arriving in a foreign country, he wishes to know his new superiors. He asks to be permitted to go to N(ew) Orleans, Gilly is to see Father (Joseph Michael) Paret to give him news of his parents; Gilly is the only one in the group who saw them in leaving France. Gilly's trunk is in the city and he needs many things he does not want to ask for in the house.
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1854 Nov. 17
Guillou, Father Julian:
Yazoo City, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Although it has been many days since Father (Patrick) Duffy arrived and brought (Blanc)'s letter. Guillou has been too weak to hold a pen. Today he feels a little less weak. It will soon be six weeks that he has been in bed, not from yellow fever which left him long ago but by this lung affection. He can breathe easily enough but he is so exhausted that someone has to help him to sit down. His doctor told him last night that he did not believe that he could get up for one or two weeks. And when Guillou spoke of the object of Duffy's trip, he said he should not think of going to New Orleans before December. The number of deaths here is 173, of whom 37 are Catholics. Of 42 families, Guillou now has only 12. He fears for Duffy's health; he came with chills and fever and the yellow fever is far from gone. There are victims every day.
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1854 Nov. 17
Howard, Father M(aurice):
Springfield, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
A week ago Father (Aug.) Grogan married a young girl of Howard's congregation. Howard supposes that they imposed on him by saying that they did belong to his congregation. Having refused to acknowledge that he acted wrongly by not investigating and that he is obliged to refund to Howard the money he received for marrying the couple, Howard appeals to Purcell to settle the matter. This is the first time that Howard had to prefer a complaint against a brother priest.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {3}
1854 Nov. 17
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist,
(Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mina regrets that he cannot attend the retreat; he is prevented by the multiplicity of his occupations. Besides the daily services, funerals, and especially sick calls, etc. arise so that he cannot take care of his ailing legs. He gave the sacrament to three on one trip and to one negro; two are to be buried this afternoon.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
(1854) Nov. 20
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
E.I. Guégnon called to see Father (Stephen) Rousselon about the proposal of Father (Stephen Jules) Foltier. He will return tomorrow morning at 10. This affair is important. Guégnon lives at 57 Bourgogne, beside Mrs. Desrajeux's school(?).
VI-1-h - A. Note - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1854 Nov. 20
Fleck, Father L.:
Rustroff, (Germany)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A young person of (Blanc)'s diocese, Mary Feisture, wrote last year through French consul to the Bishop of Strasbourg for information about an uncle who she said was a pastor in that diocese. This priest died in 1848 and the letter was sent back to Fleck, his nephew. He received several letters from this orphan. In all probability she is his cousin, daughter of Francois Xavier Fichter, brother of Fleck's mother who left for America in 1828 with his family and settled at New Orleans. The last letters they received were dated 1833 and announced the death of his wife and two daughters. Since then they have learned from people coming from America that he himself was dead but they could not find out when or how. He left 3 orphans, 2 daughters whom he had placed in a convent since the death of his wife, and a young boy who attended school at the cathedral. The youngest of the two daughters, Marie Anne Fichter, seemed to be the only survivor. She was five years old in 1833 when she went to the convent, being born toward the end of May 1828. In her letters, she talked of her brother Victor (Fichter) whom she had not seen for 10 years, and of the death of her two sisters whose names she found in the registers of Poydras Asylum. But she did not know where or how her father died, although Victor, six years older, must have told her often. She does not know the whereabouts of her older sister placed in the same establishment as herself, and who was still living in September 1833. How can her memory be so completely lacking; how could Victor never have spoken of the older sister who was 12 at the death of her mother in 1833? How could she believe that she is only 20 when today she is 26? These questions raise serious difficulties about her identify. However, in the hope of clearing them up, Fleck has determined to find out what he can. She wants to come to France. Fleck think that after 2 years of Study she could teach English and even be admitted to some religious congregation. The statutes of their diocese forbid that she would live with him, since she is not 40. Fleck cannot decide to place her in a town as a lay teacher where she would be more abandoned than in New Orleans. Her feeble health would not stand their climate of 50 degrees latitude. She is a little old to be received by a religious congregation. So Fleck has decided to wait to find some other way to be useful to her. He has put in this letter a banknote for 100 francs; he has found no other safe means of sending it to her. He asks (Blanc) to send him information about her. (On the letter): Received 100 francs, January 22, 1855, Mary Anne Feichter.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {6}
1854 Nov. 20
Loras, Bishop Mathias:
Dubuque, (Iowa)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He asks (Blanc) to tell Father Rousselon that yesterday they received 30 ordos for 1855 and that the intentions will be faithfully fulfilled. Loras takes this occasion to recall himself to (Blanc)'s memory. Here they do not publish fine pastoral letters but read those of others. (Blanc)'s for the Jubilee, as the others, pleased him. They work in obscurity for the salvation of souls. If it comes to (Blanc)'s notice that they are neglecting anyone, (Blanc) is to let them know. He knows that he should have a successor or that he should never have been a bishop, but God has given him energy and courage for 17 years. P.S. If (Blanc) replies, he is to address it to Davenport where he must spend some time.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1854 Nov. 21
Brands, C.M., Father J(ohn):
(Assumption, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Brands asks (Rousselon) to send a check for 500 piastres to Father (J.M.) Masnou, (C.M.) on Benoist and Co(mpany), St. Louis and charge it to their account. No news, everyone is well. The seminarians are applying themselves well.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1854 Nov. 21
Tumoine, Father H(yacinthe):
Avoyelles, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Tumoine received (Rousselon)'s letter in which he told of Archbishop (Anthony Blanc)'s departure for Rome, and other news. For several days, Tumoine has prepared for the arrival of Bishop (Auguste Marrie) Martin when he saw in the Metropolitan of Baltimore that Martin is also en route to Rome. So he does not count on Martin coming so soon. If (Rousselon) knows when Martin will return, he is to let Tumoine know. Having received no orders about the Jubilee and thinking there would be none in the Natchitoches diocese before the Bishop's return, Tumoine has not announced it. If there is to be another priest with Tumoine, he would be glad if the jubilee would not be held here until his arrival. Tumoine does not know whether the retreat has taken place or is to be. He has not seen a confrere since Confirmation at Ville Plate where he saw the Archbishop. Tumoine hopes Martin's return will spare him a long and hard trip. He asks (Rousselon) to send him the following dispensations: 1. Peter Ducoté and Zilia Ducoté. 2. Elphege Couvillon and Aglae Gaspard.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {8}
(1854) Nov. 22
Duquesnay, Father G(uillaume) L.:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Duquesnay does not dare to take it upon himself to bless the marriage of Mr. Belkan with his niece. He sends them to Rousselon who knows better than he what to do.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1854 Nov. 22
Paris, Father A(ugust) S(imon):
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Dr. Kunemann, the bearer of this letter, has lived in St. Louis for several years. His health and several other reasons have made him decide to go to New Orleans to practice. Paris asks (Rousselon) to give him advice; his conduct, talents, and character merit confidence, not only because of his certificate from the Paris school of medicine but also for his success during the epidemic.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
(1854 Nov. 22)
Gouesse, (C.S.C.), Father F(rancis):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisiana)
This morning, a trunk which Rousselon is to send(?) to Bishop(?) (Auguste Marie?) Martin; then a child which Father (Francis) Tasset is to take before 8 o'clock.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 16mo. - {3}
1854 Nov. 23
Cénas, Father F(rancis) J.:
St. Charles, (Les Allemands, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Cénas is better, eating well, and sleeping passably. But the complete inaction enforced by the bad weather is another obstacle to the fortifying of his person. (Rousselon) being in the city, knows something of their week-long rains. Cénas is like a fighting cock with the attentions and care of Father (J.M.) Paret who sends his respects. Cénas asks (Rousselon) to send the enclosed (no enclosure) to the Archbishop, adding the place he is in France. Cénas gives the Archbishop the news and asks him to stop at St. Charles on his return, where Cé will perhaps be waiting for him. When Cénas went to St. Bernard's, Father (Jean) Caretta told him that his health no longer seemed to allow him to administer his parish, that he would be satisfied if he had a replacement of his choosing, that Cénas could be that man. Cénas left the task of submitting it up to Caretta. Cénas does not refuse to still remain at the archbishop's, and assist (Rousselon) but he fears he can do little without fully regaining his health. He expresses his sincere thanks for all (Rousselon)'s attentions. He has one harassing regret, that having failed at the beginning of his collecting for Oregon, he could not visit his family and France, in order to return afterwards to his mission. His reason tells him that there he could do the most good. He sends regards to Fathers Rouquette and Mignard. Paret asks him to remind (Rousselon) about his wine; he received none.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
(18)54 Nov. 23
Bullion, (R.S.C.J.), Madame:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bullion asks Rousselon to give the enclosed letter (no enclosure) to Bishop (Auguste Marie) Martin. She thinks Martin will not fail to stop at the bishop's house and that he would like to have this news of his flock before returning home. If is sad but will prepare him for the loss of one of his real friends, Ovide Buard, whose funeral was last Tuesday.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 16mo. - {3}
1854 Nov. 23
(Odin) Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Peter Moser, one of their Catholics, wishes to send 50 piastres to his mother and sisters. Will (Rousselon) have a letter of exchange made for this amount in favor of Miss Anna Moser and send (Odin) the duplicate. Since his return to Galveston, (Odin) has been very busy.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1854 (Nov. 23)
D'Aquin, Thomas:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $39.58 for groceries, Receipted by J.J. Daquin.
VI-1-h - Bill - (French) - 2pp. - folio - {2}
1854 Nov. 24
Ballantyne, J.S.:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
After Ballantyne left Brownson on the feery, he went to visit Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere and Father P(eter) Hennaert, but both had gone to Adrian; so it was fortunate that Brownson did not wait over to see the bishop. When Capt. Scammon arrived in Detroit from Chicago, he called one day, while the bishop and clergy were at table, and remarked that Brownson was very desirous to lecture (in Detroit.) The bishop replied only that he had no objection. Hennaert informed Ballantyne and Ballantyne told him that Scammon had been mistaken. Thus, when the bishop returned home, Ballantyne did not think it advisable to give him Brownson's best respects. Nor did he mention Brownson's name until the bishop spoke of him. They had a very long sociable talk. The "Irish" was introduced. This led them to talk of Brownson's article on "Native-Americanism" and Lefevere said that the only fault was that Brownson ought to have come out when the "Know-Nothings" were on the rise. Brownson's "education" articles, Lefevere does not like at all. Ballantyne told him that if he would read it again -; aside from newspaper misrepresentations - he would find that Brownson did almost everything but commend the common school "system" - which he is generally charged with. He likes the article on "Know - Nothingism," and sympathizes with Brownson in having been attacked so wildly by the Irish editors. Lefevere himself is just now being persecuted by the Irish in consequence of a ball he denounced during the "jubilee." Lefevere is a man who does not know equivocation and who will not hide his honest sentiments; hence he has the Irish all the honest sentiments; hence he has the Irish all the time on his top. Ballantyne does not think there is much prospect of the laymen getting up lectures this winter, but he has not given up the idea. Mr. Linton has not yet returned from St. Louis: so Ballantyne does not know what the result - as regards the "Tablet" - will be. Should he sell it to Linton, he may move to Detroit. The people of Milwaukee did not send a copy of the "correspondence" to the "Vindicator" - so the editor did not copy it from other papers. The "Mirror" shows its teeth again by refusing to publish the communication. Mrs. Bracken called to see Ballantyne's wife. She is well-intentioned but very imprudent. At once she opened her batteries on the college priests. When she went away Ballantyne's wife remarked that she ought to be a Methodist. P.S. Should he get over some pressing matters, he intends to commence an attack on (Thomas d'Arcy) McGee in the Vindicator for his foolish twaddle about the Irish exodus from the U.S.
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1854 Nov. 25
Adams and Co(mpany):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipt for $3 paid on a package marked for Bishop Maurice de St. Palais. Receipted by Cha(rle)s Shully.
VI-1-h - Receipt - 1p. - 16mo. - {3}
1854 Nov. 25
Stehle, Father N(icholas):
Grattan, Michigan
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefev(e)re:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Father Stehle writes about his new parish. He found an unfurnished house, no horse, or provisions, no resources so that he ran considerably into debt and had it not been for the Giles family he does not know how he would have got along at first. He tells this not to complain but to correct statements that these missions were rich. He made furniture himself and also received some as a gift from some Catholics at (Grand) Rapids. Since he left Detroit he has taken a drink only a few times and then only for courtesy's sake but he intends not to do that any more. His people being strongly attached to their former pastor, were ill-disposed to the coming of a new one but now they love him. They come to church assiduously and the children attend catechism. School is to commence next week. The teacher is a man of both morals and education. Owing to want of a horse he has not yet paid a visit to his people at their homes but will soon. They will have a post office in a few weeks. Mr. Giles is to be postmaster. Agreeable to Lefevere's wishes, Stehle went to Grand Rapids only when he absolutely had to go. Mr. Fay came there lately with a large family in order to have his children taught in a Catholic school. He intends to open a small grocery store. Because the church is so cold Stehle has fixed up an altar in a room of his house where he can say Mass during the week and asks Lefevere's pérmission to do so. There are some ill natured and quarrelsome fellows there, among them the McCarthys, Kennedys, Mr. Thom Wynn, Denis Driscol, Mr. Sheardon, Lappen. Lefevere will probably receive a letter from Thomas Chugwinn complaining that he cannot obtain his pay for carpenter work done at the priest's house. It is Terry McGee who owes the $59 not Stehle. Stehle wishes he could have a letter from Lefevere to this congregation to convince then that $32 for a congregation of 109 families as a support for a priest through the year won't do. $32 is all Father F(rancis) Van Erp got last year. Stehle sends his respects to all the priests and especially to Father (F. X.) Roth and Father (Peter) Hennaert.
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1854 Nov. 25
Whelan, Father D(avid):
Mt. St. Mary's (Emmittsburg, Maryland)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Of Cincinnati, Ohio
Whelan delayed answering Purcell's last letter to investigate Bonner's case thoroughly. All of his teachers credit him with a large share of stubbornness and quickness of temper. The immediate cause of his dissatisfaction was his refusal to abide by the punishment imposed on him by his Latin teacher, Mr. (Caspar) Beleke. Bonner repeatedly failed to do his lesson. Whelan lists several reasons which Bonner has no just cause of discontent, that it would be best for him to go home. Whelan is sorry to learn that Purcell has money in Outcall's Bank at the time of suspension.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1854 Nov. 26
Cadou:
St. Pierre Martinique
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans (Louisiana)
On September 4 Cadou received (Blanc)'s letter of May 8 in reply to Cadou's letter of last April. He wrote a second time by a person who lives in New Orleans Mr. Castin who was to give (Blanc) the letter at the end of July. Not having received word from (Blanc) Cadou did not dare to set out to sea in September. So he regretfully decided to remain in Martinique. If (Blanc) thinks he would be more useful in his diocese he would make any sacrifice. But he does not know English. He sends this third letter to thank (Blanc) for replying to his first. If he had received it a month after its date he would now be in (Blanc)'s diocese. Cadou sends this letter by Father Borsarelli(?) whom he has known for 2 years as a good and worthy priest; he is leaving their locality for reasons of health. Cadou is sure Borsarelli will be useful to (Blanc).
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1854 Nov. 27
A(llen) G(eorge):
Philadelphia (Pa.)
to O(restes A.) Brownson:
(Boston Massachusetts)
Allen has been intending to write to Brownson for a long time. Mr. Penington sent him Brownson's two dioramas of the Dussaldorff Pictures. He wonders how he can get them to Brownson. He awaits Brownson's appointment of an agent. He has paid up to January 1855 but he believes his money might be in the hands of the former agent. He suggests the McGraths as capable men for the agency. Allen was to have written about Brownson's Irish article last summer but the heat of July and August was a bit too much for him. He wished to criticize the editor of the Cincinnati paper. He wishes he had handled as severely a "distinguished gentleman" who had written articles stating he had stopped Brownson's Review. This gentleman tried to have the Irish stop the Yankee convert's paper. Allen makes it a rule never to buy a current book of American origin but he makes exception in Brownson's favor. He liked the "Spirit-Rapper." He would have liked to write a few sheets about it. He thinks the Preface more unfinished than is usual in Brownson's writing. He recalls reading in the Review the Yankee words "sundown" and "wilt." He is satisfied with the doctrine of Brownson's book. He is convinced that Brownson's way is reasonable in dealing with the Spiritists. He finds very interesting the things said by Brownson so lucidly in "mantissam." He refers to Paley's "Church Restorers" for comparison with Brownson's Book. He says all this without hesitation because of their sincere friendship. P.S. He believes he must have underrated the power of Dr. (Levi Silliman) Ives as a Protestant. Perhaps it is Catholicity which has made so much of a man of him. Dr. Ives commands his respect and affection. Ives understands Brownson and that too is in his favor.
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1854 Nov. 28th
Bryan D. Jr.:
Utica New York
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston Massachusetts
He would like to have Brownson deliver a course of lectures to the Catholics of Utica. The lectures are to be delivered for a charitable purpose. He asks him to designate a suitable time if he wishes to comply to the request.
I-3-l - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 Nov. 28
Foltier Father E(tienne) J(ules):
Abbeville (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans L(ouisian)a
The replies given at New Orleans have been received. Tomorrow the surveying will take place and each piece of ground will be allocated to the respective owner. Fontelieu and J. Sarade consent to an offer made in connection with the house to which they have first rights after the inheritance of Father (Anthony Désiré) Mégret. The offer is 1000 piastres payable in 3 years of which 625 is due to the estate. Rousselon is to authorize Foltier to make this sale as well as that of Desmaries and Mrs. Sagreyra for 1200 piastres a price given in writing by Desmaries and released of all obligation. If Rousselon wishes to take the hotel in his name instead of letting Mrs. Sagreyra in his place there is still time. Rousselon is not to forget to tell Mr. Guégnon to send the receipt for the chapel which he should have Rousselon sign so that the chapel is cleared of all mortgage. The second time he was here Guégnon received 600 piastres at least. The clerk of the district court informed Foltier about it. They claim that at his first trip he collected 200 and that at Lafayette he got between 600 and 700. It is a fact that he gambled and lost a large sum at New Iberia. Foltier got it from Etié representative a resident of New Iberia who even told his gambling companions. Foltier has sent his two frames to the pastor of New Iberia. When Rousselon sends the window panes he is to send Foltier's cassock and a diamond for cutting the glass. Foltier will send 25 piastres in payment the first chance he gets. If Rousselon has received the catechisms and feels generous he is not to forget Foltier.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {8}
1854 Nov. 28
Cénas, Father F(rancis) J.:
New Orleans (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
Lyons (France)
Cénas hopes that Blanc has arrived safely at the principal end of his trip. Here there is little new; Father Rousselon is well as is Cénas and his confreres. Cénas has notified his family of Blanc's trip to Lyons. One of his brothers or perhaps both of them will go to see Blanc. Blanc would do them all a favor if he would take charge of some portraits they will give him. Cénas has learned that Bishop (Ignatius Bourget) has left for Rome. Perhaps he and Blanc will talk about Cénas so that on Blanc's return he is to prolong his stay in Louisiana or leave it. Blanc knows the circumstances in which Cénas came here; he also knows his needs and tastes. (Bourget) has already had his fullest confidence. What Blanc learns about Cénas or his family at Lyons he can keep in confidence and use only when appropriate.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1854 Nov. 29
Morgan James T.:
Cincinnati (Ohio)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans L(ouisian)a
A bill of lading for 3 boxes of books. (Attached is a receipt for) $21 dated Dece(mber) from the Steamer Duke Captain W.F. Hamilton signed by S.B. Murchisson(?) clerk.
VI-1-h - Bill & Receipt - 3pp. - 4to. & 16mo. - {3}
1854 Nov. 30
Mullon Father J(ames) I(gnatius):
(New Orleans Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) R(o)usselon:
(New Orleans Louisiana)
Returns for November for (St. Patrick's Church. Items and amounts are given). Mullon found it impossible to procure insurance on the church. If he had succeeded the rate would have been $800 annually. He procured a trusty man to watch the church at $1 a night.
VI-1-h - A. Report S. - 1p. - folio - {2}
(18)54 Nov. 30
Praz R.S.C.J. Madame A(nnette):
St. Michael (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans Louisiana)
They have heard that Bishop (Auguste Marie Martin is to arrive the first week of December. He wrote to Madame Bullion (R.S.C.J.) Superior of their mission at Natchitoches that he was bringing some Religious (of the Sacred Heart). Recently they lost one young sister from the fever which ravaged Natchitoches. This loss together with those of last year have frightened many and made them fear to see those arriving from France coming here without being acclimated. Praz asks (Rousselon) to ask Martin not to bring them to Natchitoches at once but to send them here and to wait until there is nothing to fear here. She does not want Martin to know that she is writing this; it is for (Rousselon) only. (Rousselon) knows that Mother (Maria) Cutts (R.S.C.J.) has left them for a better world. This loss is felt by all but especially by Praz who knew her better. Praz received a letter from Archbishop (Anthony Blanc); he was in New York. He said that (Rousselon) would procure a chaplain for them. (Rousselon)'s protégé Miss Delery is well; she is still quite young with time the faults will disappear.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {7}
1854 Nov. 30
Verrina C.M. Father A(nthony):
Donaldsonville (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans L(ouisian)a
Since his return from New Orleans Verrina has formed four more units of the (Association of) the Propagation of the Faith. He asks Rousselon for four more Annals in French by the bearer of this note.
VI-1-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}