(1857 Jun.?)
Cyril, Sister M.:
Maison des Cinq Plaies
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
They hope to have Blanc at the distribution of premiums at their school on June 26.
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1857 Jun. 2
Beccard, Father Amédée:
(La Fourche, Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisia)na
Beccard sends 10 piastres, 5 for the Mass intentions and 5 to Father Rousselon for a debt Beccard owes him. Father (Charles M.) Mènard has tried hard to persuade Beccard to attend his celebration on the 11th. But it is impossible. 1. On the 10th Beccard must be at St. Andrew's chapel for an anniversary service. 2. Sometimes his health is such that 25 miles over jolting roads is worse than death. Beccard will have only a dozen children for First Communion so he has not thought of Confirmation. There are so few adults who have not received it that Beccard thinks they can make a call for it every 3 years. (On the address side of the letter): To the care of P. Bibolet.
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1857 June 2
Curtis, M.A. Fuller:
Granville (Massachusetts)
to Orestes A. Brownson:
(New York, New York)
The writer acknowledges receipt of Brownson's letter. She finally succeeded in obtaining an interview with the Bishop (John Fitzpatrick). She felt comforted by the visit. The bishop gave her a book entitled the "Catholic Christian" which she will assiduously read, for she is becoming a Catholic. All doubts between her and the Church are now gone. She did not find Brownson's essays at Glickey's but at Burnham's in Coverhill. This book will strengthen her in her defense against her Protestant friends. Mr. Curtis is visiting his mother. The writer is looking forward to Brownson's visit in Grantville. She suggests the best route to take.
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1857 Jun. 2
Miles, Bishop Richard Pius:
Nashville, (Tennessee)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio)
When Miles was in Cin(cinna)ti, he misunderstood (Purcell)'s case with Madame Vandevogle (Sister Mary Frances Vindevoghel, P.C.?). He thought she was indebted to (Purcell). Miles' claim against her is for $200 lent her in Rome in Jan(uar)y, 1841. Miles has made out his bill which is enclosed (no enclosure). The lady to whom (Purcell) intends to send the bill will do Miles a favor by coming on Father LaMarche at the Minerva by whose persuasion Miles lent the money. If he is still living, he will well remember. He is a countryman of Madame's.
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1857 Jun. 2
Vanpaemel, Father E(d ):
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Vanpaemel is enclosing a general account of all the money received from the sale of lots in the cemetery and of how it was expended. It might take him more than a week longer to get together the accounts of the German Church. Still he knows already that he expended over $50 more than he received for the church. He will send Lefevere a detailed account of all his transactions. He has been daily expecting an answer from Lefevere, to his last letter. People thought Vanpaemel would leave Grand Rapids; Father (Cornelius) Moutard spoke of it in the city.
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1857 Jun. 3
Flanagan, Father J(ohn):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipts and expenditures at St. Patrick's Church for May. Receipts from the cemetery by Father (James Ignatius) Mullon, $10; by Father (Cyril) Delacroix, $216; Flanagan $199.50. Salary of Mr. La Hach, leader of the choir, $30; Mr. Trust(?), singer, $20.
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1857 Jun. 3
Scott, Tho(ma)s F.:
Rock Island, Ill(inois)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
Scott is requested by Mrs. Alice Tulley to see (Blanc) to inquire about her little boy, John Tulley who has been in the Bishop's Asylum since the epidemic of 1853. She intends to send for him as soon as she obtains the means.
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1857 June 3
Bruyere, J. M. Vicar General:
Toronto, Canada
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
A clergyman by name R.L. Lawrence who has been exercising the holy ministry in Toronto for about a year has been found guilty of atrocious faults so that the administration of the diocese has withdrawn his faculties. In the absence of Bishop (Armandus) de Charbonnel in Europe Bruyere deems it his duty to caution Purcell against him should he apply for admission into Purcell's diocese. His faults were such and his relapses such that there is little hope for his conversion save by a miracle and he can no longer be entrusted with the care of souls. Bruyere has decided to send this warning to the Archbishops who if they see fit can warn their suffragans.
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1857 Jun. 3
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin) received (Blanc)'s letter of May 23. It seems to (Odin) that the Cong(regation) of Propaganda does not have the intention of obliging (Blanc) to insert the decree of the Council of St. Louis in the body of their own decrees but to indicate what step they could follow in ecclesiastical judgments. (Odin)'s opinion would be to insert them not in the body of the New Orleans decrees but as an appendix. (Odin) believes that (Blanc)'s secretary has copied the St. Louis decree wrongly; the Council of Trent could not relate to the present question. (Odin) also cannot understand the Latin phrase (which he quotes). Father (Claude M.) Dubuis has been here since May 17. He arrived very ill; a simple remedy stopped the trouble two days later. He plans to resume his post in a few weeks. (Odin) wrote to Father Rousselon for some white wine but has had no reply. (Odin) enclosed a letter for Father (Charles) Padey in the letter to Rousselon. Will (Blanc) open it and give the note to Padey. Padey will arrive with a young Pole whom (Odin) wishes to send to the Barrens to study English. Father (Louis) Chambodut was in Rome during Holy Week; (Odin) hopes he will return soon. (Odin) is preparing to leave the last of the month for San Antonio and vicinity. The new church will force him to prolong his stay; the debts are going to be heavy.
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1857 June 3
(Kenrick), P(eter) Richard, Abp.St. Louis:
St. Louis, Missouri
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Kenrick wishes to apologize to Purcell for not sending before the enclosed receipt. He expected a person calling himself Denis Foley, the nephew of Father (Philip) Foley to send back the $20 he borrowed to return to Toledo, Ohio, and the amount of the Sisters bill. The man presented letters of administration and stated that he was in St. Louis to remove remains to Toledo. As two weeks have passed without any word from Foley Kenrick has little hope of getting his $20 back. He thanks Purcell for sending the name for the see of (Fort Wayne) but he does not intend to send his opinion to Rome because according to the instructions from the Cardinal Prefect the other Archbishops are exempt unless the person designated or named comes from another province. Then it is necessary to write to his bishop. Although Kenrick is sure that (Bishop Martin John Spalding) of Louisville has sent him the names for St. Paul and Nebraska he encloses them at the end of this letter. Kenrick has read the letters of Mr. and Mrs. Nichols but he is convinced that they were directed by diabolical spirits rather than SS. Ignatius and Xavier, to say nothing of Father Gonzales. However God may be using the demons for their conversion because their language contains explicit disavowals of future communications with these spirits. The instance of the Bavarian Spiritists shows how the demons adopt themselves to circumstances. The nominees for St. Paul are Fathers (Anthony) Pelmourges, (John B.) Byrne, and L(ucien) Galtier. For Nebraska Vicariate: Father F(rancis) P. McFarland, (John C.) Perrodin, and Tobias Mullen.
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1857 Jun. 3
Elder, Bishop William Henry:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Elder arrived at his new home on Saturday morning. He thanks Blanc for having priests enough here to enable him to celebrate the Solemnity of Pentecost and his possession in a fitting manner. Elder was met at Vicksburg by Father (Francis Rene) Pont and two of the leading Catholics, (Antonio) Genella and Mr. O'Donovan, who sat on the boat with him for more than an hour. At Natchez Elder was met by Father (Mathurin F.) Grignon and six or seven gentlemen including Elder's brother John (Elder) and Mr. Tessier of Louisiana. Sunday morning there was a procession of the children of the schools and a number of gentlemen followed by the sanctuary boys. A number of the gentlemen dined with them at Grignon's invitation. Elder is grateful and feels encouraged by the kindness from all. Pont came down Monday and explained the state of the church at Vicksburg. Father (Jeremiah) O'Connor is going up with Pont this afternoon. Elder thanks Blanc for directing O'Connor here. Elder will be in New Orleans at the time Blanc suggests except that instead of the 14th he would rather go Monday or Tuesday. He might take the occasion to visit the Gulf Coast. The transfer of the property will have to be executed here which will make it necessary for Blanc to come to Natchez. Elder asks about the expediency of insuring their church and house. (P.S.) Pont thinks there is no necessity for him to stay at Vicksburg with O'Connor. P(ont) will remain some 8 days for the return of a man who has promised him some land for an asylum. Then he will have time for a retreat. Elder will be thankful if Blanc can allow Father (Jean Honoré) Dubernard to remain here until Pont is ready for service again.
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1857 Jun. 4
Austin, (S.C.), Sister Mary:
Albany, (New York)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Since leaving Baltimore, Austin has not heard from (Blanc). She heard a few days ago that Father (Michael) Calvo, (C.M.)'s recovery is despaired of from a cancer in the nose. Austin thought of the Blessed Virgin obtaining his cure and asls (Blanc) to propose to the Associations of the Children of Mary in N(ew) Orleans and Donaldson to join in a novena. Austin encloses a copy of a letter from a child living in Iberville to Sister Rosina, (S.C.) whose pupil she was at Baton Rouge; it is a striking example of Mary's protection. Austin is again teaching children; her only regret that they are not her own creoles. Her health is good. She has no predilection for the climate; it is intensely cold for six months.
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1856 Sep. 22
Mille, Emma:
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Sister Rosina, (S.C.):
A long while has elapsed since their correspondence ended. Sister has no doubt heard of the hurricane on August 10 at Lost Island in the Gulf of Mexico. Emma, with her parents, her only brother, her sister-in-law and little nephew were there and she came back home alone. The house fell down and they were driven into the sea on the house floor. It broke and they were separated. Emma clung to a log and awoke to find herself on the beach. Nearly every house on the Island was thrown down. She is now home, confined to bed and unable to walk. When the Nuns of the Sacred Heart heard she was saved they exclaimed "The only Child of Mary saved." She asks the prayers of the Sisters and girls.
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1857 Jun. 4
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The Mother Superior (of the Sisters of Mount Carmel?) has offered Foltier 100 piastres on the sum she owes him. As Foltier has a debt to Gueyrouse and Langedorff for supplies, Foltier asks (Rousselon) to pay the 100 piastres to Gueyrouse and Co(mpany).
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1857 Jun. 4
Lamy, Father George:
Formigny, France
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lamy was very happy to receive (Blanc)'s reply to his letter of December 1856. He still continues in the dispositions he has already shown to (Blanc) in spite of the difficulties he encounters with his family. He has returned to his diocese and confided in the Bishop of Bayeux who encourages him. Perhaps he would already be with (Blanc) if he had the money for the trip. Could (Blanc) get him on one of the ships in service between Havre and New Orleans? Could Lamy with a letter from (Blanc) appeal to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith? He places himself in (Blanc)'s hands or those of the Bishops of Natchitoches or Galveston. He would like to leave next October. P.S. Does Lamy need an exeat from Bayeux? If he is given a surplice or stole shall he accept if they are not the style generally used in English churches?
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1857 Jun. 5
Van Campenhoudt, Father Ed(ward):
(Detroit, Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
He has visited the most religious of all his parish (St. Joseph's). They are tired of all the troubles in the German congregation, the same persons are always the cause of them and they have decided to put an end to all the disturbances. Priests are always willing to leave and say the Germans are rebellious against their pastors. They wish to depose their trustees and ask him to do that. He has answered them that he does not wish to do that. A petition signed by more than 500 of his congregation has been given him, demanding the expulsion of the trustees. The congregation condemns the conduct of Mr. Lengemant and Mr. Kunke of St. Mary's against the pastors. The chief cause of the scandal is that when these go to complain against Van Campenhoudt to Lefevere they are given a glass of wine and are able to obtain all that they wish from him. Their relatives are alarmed at this. Father Van will send the petition to Lefevere. He thinks he is capable of restoring peace in his congregation. He will remain passive, hoping in 3 or 4 weeks all will be well. He knows he is not a bad priest; for his faults he asks pardon of God and the bishop. After order is established he hopes Lefevere will not refuse him an exeat. His health does not permit him to live as he would like.
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1857 Jun. 7
Beccard, Father Amédée:
(La Fourche, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
The bearer of this letter is Eugéne Folse; his family is one of the most edifying of the parish. He has been widowed for 2 or 3 years, with young daughters. He wishes to marry his first wife's sister Marcélite Wagespack. If they go to the judge it will be a disaster for the congregation. Marcélite is about 40. On his return to (New Orleans) (Blanc) will find a letter containing 10 piastres. Beccard will do his best to arrive at Father Menard's on Wednesday. He has business at St. Andrew's 8 or 10 leagues from Thibodaux. He will get to St. Joseph's late.
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1857 Jun. 7
Picherit, Father Henry:
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Picherit does not write in a spirit of opposition but to open his heart. Picherit received (Blanc)'s letter; his first thought was to leave for (Mermentau) Mentau; he even told Father Raymond that he would leave the following Monday. But the next night he could not sleep, he could not learn his sermon. He is extremely troubled. On one hand he sees (Blanc)'s wish and on the other he sees the inevitable danger he would run. He could only stay a few days. It is not a village; the houses are far apart. From Lake Arthur which is 65 miles from Opelousas, there are still 50 miles to Chenière. People are restrained when they first meet. But on the second or third meeting they become intimate and Picherit fears he will be exposed to temptation.
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1857 June 8
Borgess, C(aspar) H. Father:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Borgess writes to Purcell to have him write to one of his pentitents to conform his decision in a casus conscientiae. The person has been poorly directed in the past. Borgess also asks that Purcell include Columbus among the places he will visit for confirmation.
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1857 June 8
Monahan, Father James:
Chapel Hill, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He apologizes for not writing to Purcell sooner lest the bishops think his sickness had caused the congregation to be neglected. He thanks Purcell and Father (Edward Purcell) for their kindness, although he feels that he cannot forget the actions of some others towards him. He has not been so sick as some have told. He has said Mass every day and twice on Sunday he was at Cumminsville and gave an instruction at each and assisted at vespers. He gives a detailed account of his return from Cincinnati with his stops at Blanchester, Fayetteville, where he visited Father (Cornelius) Daly, Milford, Zanesville, where he visited Father (John W.) Brummer. Monahan says that Purcell asked him to visit Marietta and that Father (O.P.) Walker the ex-Dominican was there. If Purcell wishes that he attend there with all the other places he will try but fears that he will not be able to take care of all the missions very long. He understands that Purcell has also asked him to see about building a church at Bellaire. Monahan asks if Purcell wishes him to visit all these places. He will try to do Purcell's will.
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1857 Jun. 8
O'Connor, Father J(eremiah):
Vicksburg, Miss(issippi)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bishop Elder has confirmed O'Connor's appointment to Vicksburg. O'Connor thanks Blanc for his kindness to him.
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1857 Jun. 8
Inge, Rich(ar)d A.:
(Natchez), Mississippi
(Copy) At a probate court in Adams County, on the fourth Monday in November, 1855, the will of Bishop James Oliver Vandevelde was proven and admitted of record. Archbishop Anthony Blanc was appointed executor. Witness, Reuben Bullock, Judge of Probate, November 26, 1855. Inge, clerk of the probate court certifies that the above is a true copy. On June 9, 1857, Bullock certifies that Inge is the clerk of that court duly elected and commissioned.
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1857 Jun. 9
Spalding, Bishop M(artin) J(ohn):
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Spalding thanks Blanc for his kindness to Father (John J.) Vital and his offer of doing the same to anyone coming from Spalding. Spalding reciprocates the offer. He tried to pay part of his debt to (Father Stephen Rousselon) on his return from Europe but (Rousselon) was in so great a hurry. Spalding urged (Rousselon) to bring all those novices with him to their infirmary where he could have had a room for himself. When will Blanc visit Kentucky? Spalding is thinking of going north and perhaps to Canada in July. He will be back before August 15. Spalding will conduct Blanc to Bardstown, Gethsemani, Loretto, etc. P.S. Spalding rejoices that there is a bishop for Natchez. He is confident the Bishop will do well; he is uneasy only about his health in the southern climate. Mr. Collieres(?), professor of music, who remains at Louisville, sends his respects.
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1857 Jun. 9
Linossier, C.:
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
As secretary of the church, the trustees have commissioned Linossier to say that, since Father Anthony Andrieux, (C.M.) has left for France, will be absent several months and has left Father (Stanislaus) Marigliani alone in charge, it will be impossible to serve the parish in the hot months if there are many sick this year. They ask for another priest until Andrieux's return.
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1857 June 10
Lefevere, Peter P(aul) Coadj. Bp. Detroit:
Detroit, Michigan
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
A young deacon Martin Marco of the diocese of Strasbourg arrived in Detroit a few days ago on his way to Sault St. Mary for which diocese he intended himself when he left France. He came with a French priest of the diocese of Sault St. Mary returning from a visit. The young man scandalized by the conduct of his companion and fearful that when he arrived in the northern diocese he will be sent on distant missions alone has stopped in Detroit and asked to be admitted into the Detroit diocese. Lefevere accepts him in pity and asks that Purcell grant his consent since the exeat is directed by mistake to the Cincinnati diocese.
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1857 Jun. 10
De La Ruelle, Doctor:
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(ntoi)ne Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
De La Ruelle received Blanc's reply only today. He will adopt the entire contents but since a few minutes of talk is better than a volume of correspondence, he will wait impatiently for September.
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1857 Jun. 10
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Archbishop Anthony Blanc sends a dispensation to Father H(enry) Aubert for the marriage of Joseph Capot and Catherine Orogan(?).
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1857 Jun. 10
(Sacred Heart Convent Pupils)
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The pupils send their greetings for his feast day. They hope (Blanc) will come at the end of the year.
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1857 Jun. 10
Stinson, Mary:
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Stinson asks (Blanc)'s assistance in the conversion of her husband who was raised a Protestant and was always very bigoted. They have been married 13 years and since then she has never been allowed to live in any church or educate her children according to the true faith. Almost 6 weeks ago Stinson's husband told her that he had been studying the faith for some time and that he would like to see a priest. He went to visit (Blanc) but found him absent. He says he will build a chapel on their place and support a priest himself. Stinson wrote to Sister (Francis) Regis, (S.C.) to ask (Blanc) to come or send a priest. Her husband has a great dislike for the Irish so an Irish priest would not do. The visit is to be as though accidental. She asks (Blanc) not to send the priest of this parish as her husband has no confidence in him. (P.S.) Directions: Joseph Stinson, Velasco Plantation.
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1857 Jun. 10
Thomas, Father Ch(arles):
Vienna, Michigan
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
Detroit, (Michigan)
Thomas believes he should not conceal from Lefevere that the Religious who are in Vienna intend to leave the diocese at the end of the year; they have received, he believes, approbation of influential persons in whom they have confidence. He can assure Lefevere that they do not sympathize with the bishop's views. As to Sister Mary (Whipple, I.H.M.), whose letter Lefevere will find enclosed, he believes her character makes her an exceptional case. If this sister had not written, Thomas would have done so himself, and he would have told Lefevere he does not believe that the said Sister could remain much longer in the state in which she is; her soul is in peril. As to the other Sisters, he has nothing particularly to tell Lefevere whether they are in such a state of mind that they can not work efficaciously either for the good of others or for their personal sanctification. Their health is also very bad. He has always tried to keep aloof from this question, not being sufficiently informed about things and not to decide anything by himself alone, but now and then he has been obliged to answer. 1 P.S. He is going on vacation July 1. 2 P.S. If the Sisters should remain here until the end of the year he requests the bishop to send at another time an extraordinary confessor; the task is too burdensome for him and in the present circumstances, his excellent confrere Father (Edward) Joos can not come. 3 P.S. Someone comes to look for a patient which prevents him from rereading his letter.
Enclosure:(18)57 May 25
(Whipple), I.H.M., Sister Mary:
Monroe, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Sister Mary writes Lefevere of her anxieties about her community, which is not progressing and which lacks proper spiritual direction. They need to expand beyond Monroe to survive. If she were well she would not care to join another community and she has a horror of returning to the world. They have expected Lefevere since Easter. She was advised to write to him by their Mother (Theresa Maxis, C.I.M.). A visit from Father (Peter) Hennaert is much wished by some of the members. (Marked) confidential.
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1857 June 10
Brummer, Father J(ohn) W.:
Zanesville, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Brummer speaking of his efforts to stop the rumors about him says that he told the congregation that Sunday that he had investigated the matter, how it had commenced and who had invented the story. He demanded that the persons concerned come to him and receiv a penance and to stay away from the sacraments until they had done so. He then preached to them on the eighth commandment and the chastity of priests and preached his regular sermon on the church. 8 persons have come and received their penance, but all concerned did not come. He finds the means effectual and believes he is more esteemed now than before. He has learned the lesson of slander etc. in a way that books cannot teach. He thinks a German priest of even delicate health could do his work there and that he needs a more active life for his own health. However it would be hard to get a priest to stand the hardships of the missions of Duck Creek and Miltonsburg. If he is to stay there he would also attend Mattingley's and then he could afford a horse for these places and Taylorsville. He asks about the retreat, saying that he prefers a religious to a bishop for retreat master. If he is to stay he should be instructed on drawing up the deeds for the lots.
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1857 Jun. 11
Bradford, C.M.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to any priest or minister to join in matrimony James O'Neil and Mary Ward. (On the back) Dispensation from banns by Father Rousselon. April 21, Josephine, mother, Victoire Martin; godfather, Francois Tomassin; godmother, Josephine Albriet(?). H. Yojin(?), Gustave Augé. June 29, Elisabeth, June 6, daughter of Matthias Keppler and Elisabeth Heiker. Anna Maria Sempos.
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1857 Jun. 12
Mougin, Father (John):
Vincennes, Ind(iana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
It was a great consolation to receive (Blanc)'s letter consenting to his services. The Trappist Fathers rejoiced with him. It has been so long; the sooner Mougin is called the better. He owes his being at Vincennes to (Blanc) after pointing out Louisville or Cincinnati. When the misfortune separated Mougin from his own, one of his sisters begged to cast her lot with him. But when his resources ran out he sent her to the family of one of his uncles in Vincennes. The Abbot of Gethsemani approved Mougin's idea of spending the summer with Bishop de St. Palais, near a member of his family. The Abbot gave Mougin one of his priests who with his congregation does not understand or speak French. (P.S.) Father Audran will see that Mougin gets any letters sent to him in Audran's care.
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1857 Jun. 12
(Purcell), J(ohn) B(aptist), Bishop of Cin(cinnati,:
Ohio)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Purcell returns the exeat of Father (Martin) Marco and transfers any claim he has to Lefevere. Lefevere's subjects there are doing remarkably well. Bishop (Frederic) Baraga seems to have discovered that his envoy in Europe was unworthy of confidence. Father (J M ) Bruyere warns them against Father R. J. Laurence, lately of Toronto. P.S. Purcell hopes that Lefevere "gained the lawsuits".
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1857 Jun. 13
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Alphonse Charley wishes to marry Zulmé Landry, his first cousin, and asks for a dispensation. Verrina gives the names of those whom he dispensed himself: Amadéo Braud(?) and Anaise Joly; Sévérin Dugas and Elise Daigle; Léon Dugas and Azele Daigle.
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1857 June 13
Chambige, Father F(rancis):
St. Thomas' Seminary,
Bardstown, Ky.
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
After several miscarriages or losses of letter they have finally obtained from Bishop (Martin John) Spalding a day for the distribution of premiums June 29. Classes will be examined from June 22-29. They have asked Purcell to be present but he has given them little hope. At least he asks that Purcell send some of his priests as some of his seminarians will share in the prizes, and it will add to their joy to receive them from Purcell or his representative.
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1857 June 13
(O'Regan), Anthony Bp. Chicago:
Chicago, Illinois
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
O'Regan includes a translation of a very important letter to the Canadians of Chicago diocese from Bishop (Ignatius) Bourget of Montreal. The letter cannot fail to produce good effect where the ex-priest (Charles "Pastor") Chiniquy has been disseminating calumnies. Purcell, he thinks, would do well to have it published in the Catholic Telegraph. In Canada they cannot understand why this letter has not been published in Catholic papers. O'Regan is enclosing a letter that will show the progress of the church among the Canadians as well as the wickedness of Chiniquy. O'Regan does not think there ever lived a more daring schismatic. The most recent denunciation will bring him low. He has some followers but outside of a few atheists they cannot read even a prayer. O'Regan commends himself and his unhappy diocese to Purcell's prayers.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {6}
1857 Jun. 13
Kindekens, (Father Peter):
Denderwindeke, (Belgium)
to (Bishop) Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
The subjoined letter is from l'abbe Fontaine whom Kindekens has commissioned to finish the deal that he began incognito. Lefevere will know that he has finished by buying a building on a fine site in Louvain. The Merode (Count Felix) affair is still in statu quo; however they are still hoping that the family will finish by doing something. Already they are informed of the admission of Count Werner de Merode and his wife that the proprieties, at least, exact that the family fulfill the promises of the late Count Felix de Merode. They were about to begin their subscription when at the end of May, the Free-Masons have by their streetfight, of which the newspapers will have already made known the nature, so excited the country that they have judged it proper to postpone it at least until their minds calm a little. Kindekens has not heard from Lefevere, but he hopes that his letter should bring him a draft for $1000 just as the resolution of Bishops (Martin John) Spalding and (John) McCloskey is a long time arriving here. It should be easy for Lefevere to understand that Kindekens finds himself in a very difficult position and that he is anxious to receive the draft of Lefevere's subscription and that of Spalding's and McCloskeys'. However he has no doubt that their project will be successful; and he likes to believe that all these troubles are a clear sign that it is God's work. If Lefevere can agree with Spalding and McCloskey, to send as quickly as possible: 1) one American student who will be at the same time as a student (in philosophy and theology) English Professor; 2) some English books for the house library; 3) some maps of the United States; 4) some English grammars and dictionaries.
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1857 Apr. 27
Fontaine, Father A. J.:
Louvain, (Belgium)
to Father (Peter Kindekens):
Louvain, (Belgium)
He is pleased to inform Lefevere that the acquisition of the house has been made, and the act of promissory notes, also, has been accomplished. The price is 13 thousand francs. The final document to be drawn up is at the latest the 14th of next August, up to that date the money will not bear interest. If by that date, Lefevere has not the money, he has until the first of January, 1858 but the money will run 4 1/8 per cent from August 14 until January 1. He will enter into possession right away of vacant buildings until next June 4; occupied houses are to be emptied at the expense of the owner and then he will have full possession. Already today the tiles are on the roofs, carpenters and plasterers within. On appointment at Louvain at Kindekens' earliest convenience, and in a month, at the latest, he will be able to enter with his 4 priests. The buildings which he has visited are adequate for 80 persons at least until they will be restored and arranged suitably. These jobs can be supplied as they are wanted, Kindekens has then an acquisition of gold, and a chance truly providential; 60 thousand francs would not suffice to raise all to a state where one would feel at home. On the next trip, it will be necessary to consider the small furniture; he has already ordered chairs, tables, beds, etc. the remainder when Kindekens comes. This establishment is an old college of St. d'Aulne. He has been truly surprised to discover so much solidity in the buildings and to come upon so much space.
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(1857) Jun. 13
Wyse, Father J(ohn):
Birmingham, Englanc
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
A person, Reverend (Joseph) Oldknow, has published a book of which Wyse sends (Blanc) a copy, full of absurd arguments and misrepresentations. Before answering the book, Wyse is anxious to have (Blanc)'s authority to contradict the calumny to (Blanc)'s name and that of Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell) of Cincinnati. No Catholic prelate could ever have acted so. Wyse would like an explicit denial fro publication here.
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1857 Jun. 16
Gautrelet, S.J., Father F(rancis):
Spring-Hill, (Alabama)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
N(ew) Or(leans, Louisiana)
Gautrelet has given (John) Cheevers Rousselon's reply and Cheevers leaves today to go to his family. Gautrelet hopes the rest will hasten his cure; it is the only medicine the doctor found at the moment. Gautrelet encloses the account (no enclosure) of the seminarians who left in October; a settlement had been made up to May 1856 where this new account begins. So they owe Rousselon $100 held for Bishop Portier and credited to Rousselon. (Jean) Math(i)eu and (John D.) Portes are doing well; their studies are satisfactory.
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(18)57 Jun. 16
(St.) Louis de Gonzague, (R.U.), Sister:
Montpellier, (France)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister thanks (Blanc) for his letter of May 8, posted the 21st and arriving here the 14th. Since January 15, she had heard only indirectly about (Blanc), in February through Clotilde and in April through her aunt. Sister wrote to her Aunt Féliciana in the first days of this month and expressed her bitterness over the long wait. May 21, was an anniversary which brought sorrow, 16 years ago on that date many hearts opened to receive her gladly. Here all welcomed the exile; will there also be a time of abandonment? Aunt Féliciana will share with (Blanc) the good news of Sister's aggregation to the Montpellier Community on Pentecost Monday. Rereading the passage in (Blanc)'s letter about the departure of the two missionaries of Ibernie(?) made Sister recognize God's protection. At S(ister) Ant(oine?)'s arrival, they seemed so settled that Sister is more surprised at their departure than by the trip of the two others which she foresaw. Sister hopes that Sister Antoine, (R.U.) will remain at her post. As for the other it is the best decision; she has a rare talent in painting. What will become of (Sister) Scho(lastique, R.U.?) with her weak chest. Sister understands that she pleaded Sister's case somewhat, no doubt uselessly. Sister has here a choir of about 15 girls from the boarding school and they sang during the month of Mary. (Here Sister describes the ceremonies of Holy Week). (June) 21. They have been almost on retreat because of the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. This morning the Bishop of Montpellier gave First Communion and Confirmation to the children. He seems older than (Blanc) and not in good health. He has great esteem for this house. Bishop Fournier, his predecessor, visited here often. Each Community has its superior; Father Renaud, vicar general, is theirs. Their chaplain, Father Roux, is an honorary canon and doctor of theology. Sister owes their concern for her to (Blanc)'s recommendations. After receiving (Blanc)'s last letter, Mother wrote to Father (Louis Claude Marie) Chambodu(t) addressing the letter to the Lyons Seminary where Father (Charles) Padey is staying. Chambodu(t) apologized for not himself bringing what was sent for her; he gave it to a pastor whose name Sister does not recall. Mother will take steps to contact this pastor. Chambodu(t) will leave next September; he offers to take their commissions and give them to Father Rousselon. Padey was to leave for Liverpool at the end of March. Aimée and Anais have not written to her. Sister's aunt wrote that their father is very ill, that the lady is losing her memory. Sister is grateful for (Blanc)'s visit to Clotilde; Aunt wrote that the adoption of the little orphan was made; Sister hopes that her sister will not regret it. Sister no longer counts on a letter from Felicie; her oldest finally wrote on May 17. Sister must have told in her letter by Padey of the processions and ceremonies in the town. (Blanc) left France on May 8 and Sister arrived here on August 8 but 40 years after (Blanc)'s departure. Today, the 24th, Sister returns to finish this letter. (She describes the celebration of her feast day). When (Blanc) writes her he is to speak of the Sisters who think of her. (Blanc) did not speak of the different questions she asked in her two last letters. She asks for a word on Mr. N. P.S. Mother has told her that she received a few lines from (Blanc).
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1857 June 16
Smyth, Clement Coadj. Bp. Dubuque:
Dubuque, Iowa
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He excuses his failure to write sooner by his business about the affairs of the diocese. He has been bothered by the people because of the imaginary pleasure they have anticipated in his appointment. Bishop (Matthias) Loras remains at Keokuk. Smyth thinks this just as well since no real harmony exists between them. Loras, he says, is a saint and has accomplished much in the diocese. Smyth says he now gets a chance to practice the patience he taught to the brethern at the New Melleray, Trappist monastery. He thanks Purcell for the copy of his lecture but says that some one stole it while he was in St. Louis. They have begun to excavate for a new cathedral not far distant from the old. He must keep out of debt because he lacks a personal fortune. Yet Bishop Loras insists that he will run the diocese so long as he can raise his hands to heaven. He sends his respects to Bishop (Martin John) Spalding as he was much pleased with him at St. Louis.
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1857 Jun. 17
Witting and Gray:
(Detroit, Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lef(e)vere:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Gray encloses a check of Judge Withnell for $50 to apply on the claim versus McDonnell estate. They have applied for citation and will push the collection of the balance as soon as possible. The mortgages are at the Register's office and will be sent to Lefevere as soon as recorded.
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1857 June 17
(Kenrick), Peter Richard,Abp.St.Louis:
St. Louis, Missouri
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The passage on which Purcell has asked explanation come from Rome else Kenrick says he would suspect his own accuracy. It refers to a decree of the council of Trent. The two counsellors have but one vote, that is each one-half vote. Kenrick has not doubted that Bishop (Henry) Juncker will do well at Alton. He has seen him on two occasions and differs with Purcell that Juncker would have done better at Prairie du Chien or that it would have suited him better. Kenrick thinks that Alton will be one of the most flourishing dioceses of the west. The seat of the diocese may not be for some time the most suitable yet it is central. He is unable to advise Purcell on his arrangements for church property in Ohio. The ideal would retain their ministerial independence yet security of church temporalities. Their present system is bad in that it involves them in too many temporal cares. It leaves them at the mercy of those who may cause trouble and deprives them of lay aid. Kenrick is in favor of the establishment of chapters wherever possible to relieve the bishop of part of his burden. He has so space for spiritual questions, but he is so involved in temporal matter that he is afraid to speak in spiritual matters. However he is persevering in his determination not to consecrate Calvary Cemetery and Rome has said nothing because he is determined not to ask Rome.
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1857 Jun. 18
Le Ray(?), Joseph:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Le Ray asks for a dispensation; he will give $25. He had made all arrangements for a religious and civil marriage when a man informed the priest that Le Ray was divorced. It is true but they have been separated for 5 years and she has two illegitimate children in the northern states. After the priest's refusal Le Ray told his fiancée that he could not marry her. She said she would poison herself. That is why Le Ray was married by the judge. Now they are very discontented. Le Ray has not heard from the divorced woman for two years. He has sent telegrams and has written but has not had a reply. She was in ill health; he believes she is dead. But he cannot swear to it. He and his wife bitterly repent their fault. He asks the dispensation so that they may have their union blessed by the Church.
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1857 Jun. 20
Vanpaemel, Father E(d ):
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Vanpaemel will comply with the request in Lefevere's last letter; he will try to go in two weeks. He asks for an appointment with Lefevere at Dearfield, (Michigan) since his limited means prevent a trip to Detroit. He is astonished to see that Lefevere had not received a full statement of things belonging to their church and house.— which was to be made out by Father (F.) Van Erp. Vanpaemel is now sending a full account of all received and expended for the German church — some small debt remains to be paid. He has no chalice — as for other necessaries for Mass, he will try to have them.
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(18)57 Jun. 21
Buteux, Father S(tanislaus):
Bay St. Louis, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It was only from a letter of the 10th from Bishop (William Henry) Elder that Buteux learned that Elder had been in (New Orleans?). Elder did not tell his plans; Buteux 'supposes he has already left for Natchez. This is why Buteux did not leave here. Buteux will leave Tuesday and will be at (Blanc)'s Wednesday morning or Thursday. He will bring all the papers Elder could want to see. Buteux thanks (Blanc) for settling with Elder the sums (Blanc) had advanced Buteux.
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1857 Jun. 21
Raviol, Father J(ohn) F.:
Bayou Teche, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Blanc advised Raviol to write to Father G. Raymond to obtain Raviol's pension. He did so but is no further ahead. Raviol asks it of Blanc. Should he get it at Blanc's house or would Blanc like Raviol to get it from the captain of the steamboat which goes to Washington.
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1857 June 21
Noon, (O.P.) Rev. P.D.,:
Somerset, Ohio,
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(New York, New York)
Father Noon, a Dominican, encloses an article on The Church and the Constitution, which he hopes Brownson will see fit to publish in the October Number of his Review. He has made frequent references in his article to the laws and usages of the Dominicans. His Provincial says there is nothing improper in publishing the laws of the Order. He asks Brownson to acknowledge receipt of the manuscript and inform him whether it will be published.
I-3-m - A.L.S. - 2p. - 12mo. - {2}
1857 Jun. 22
Lecuru, Father (Paul) E(mile):
St. James, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lecuru asks when (Blanc) will come to St. James. Father (Jean) Martin was in the habit of giving First Communion to only one or two children at a time; Lecuru sees that a larger number would vex him. So he does not want a preparatory retreat. There are 50 adults at Vacherie for Confirmation; an even greater number at St. James. Lecuru thinks they must have the help of another priest for this occasion. Martin did not welcome this idea but it is necessary. Lecuru asks (Blanc) to ask Father (John M.) Delcros, (C.M.) to come. Delcros had promised Martin to come for Lent but he did not come.
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1857 Jun. 22
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In (Blanc)'s last letter he asked for a drawing of the church and cemetery land. (Blanc) shall have it and it will be an official drawing made by one of the surveyors who up to now has not had time to make it. Foltier will add a picture of the church taken by ombratype. Foltier thanks (Blanc) for his advice which he will follow. Foltier will talk to (Blanc) about the limits of his parish when (Blanc) comes. Foltier knows that one cannot prevent people from going to one church or another but more and more there should be an effort to establish parishes so that except in extraordinary cases, each priest does not go into his neighbor's territory. He asks for a word of support from (Blanc) whenever he has to claim his rights.
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(18)57 Jun. 22
Mittelbronn, Father (Francis):
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mittelbronn wants to keep (Blanc) up to date on his position with the trustees. Since (Blanc)'s visit they have worsened toward him. Last October having resigned as singer and sacristan, a task he had undertaken because there was no handy man assigned by the trustees. Mittelbronn expected that his resignation had been received. Last April, Mr. Bondy, president, received it privately and said he was going to give an order to the treasurer not to pay the drafts he had given Mittelbronn. It seems these men no longer acknowledge an assistant since they no longer pay him. Mittelbronn did not resign as assistant. It is evident they are trying to make him leave the parish. To certain arrangements about which Father (Hubert) Thirion talked to the president, he replied that they wished to have nothing to do with Mittelbronn. They get around Thirion easily.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1857 Jun. 22
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A lawyer whom Foltier asked to give his attention to what went on at the Abbeville court in regard to the estate of Father A(nthony) D(esiré) Mégret has reported that affairs had been set back to next December after the court at Lafayette. The judge, at the request of (Daniel O'Bryan) O'Brien and others has ordered a survey not only of the village but also of the areas above and below Abbeville. In any case, (Rousselon) having resigned, will not be troubled by this difficulty. It would be well to write to the lawyer (Rousselon) has chosen to settle the accounts as soon as possible. At last they have a music teacher. They have a very good English teacher but they must not lose sight of the fact that they must have a strong person among the children. On one hand there are the more enlightened ones who forsee the triumph of the English language and want it taught exclusively. On the other hand the Acadians, even those in Attakapas, ask for French only. But one cannot become a leader without the study of English. (Rousselon) is to tell Mother Therese (Chevrel, O. Carm.?) not to lose sight of this. The convent would do very well if it were provided with all the elements.
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1857 June 22
Wood, James F. Coadj. Philadelphia:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Wood had hoped to see Purcell at Mt. St. Mary's but circumstances not under his control have rendered that impossible. He cannot bear the idea of Purcell returning to Cincinnati without meeting him. If Purcell cannot come to Philadelphia he will meet him at any convenient place Purcell shall appoint. Wood says that they are all well but that he has many things to say "coram" which it would be better not to write.
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1857 June 23
(Proust), Marie Eutropius Abbot:
Gethsemani, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The (Trappists) have received the poor German priest whom Purcell sent to them. It appears he does not seem quite decided to embrace the religious life and wishes to make a retreat to see if he will receive a vocation. Since he is much preoccupied with what he left in the world which would be a source of grave temptation to him. He acknowledges the receipt of $25 sent by Purcell for Madame Springer. He thinks that Purcell received a letter from him written the day (June 14) he sent his letter by Father (M.) Beerscheider. P.S. He felicitates Purcell on his feast day which takes place the next day.
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1857(?) Jun. 23
Thirion, Father (Hubert):
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thirion asks (Blanc) to let him know whether he would object to Thirion establishing a convent of Sisters at Pointe Coupée. Yesterday he received a letter from Sister Eulalie, (S.S.J.B.), Superior he believes, of the (Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg) of Bay St. Louis. He replied that before a positive reply, he wished to refer to (Blanc).
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1857 Jun. 23
Rosecrans, Bishop S(ylvester) H.:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to John Gilmary Shea:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Shea is so persevering in his complaints of the "Telegraph", that Rosecrans has come to the conclusion that Shea honestly believes himself to have been wronged. If Shea will prepare a brief statement of the points in which his book has been unjustly treated, Rosecrans will publish it. Why Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell's kindness to Shea in reading over and correcting Shea's book, should be made an occasion for dragging his name into the controversy, Rosecrans is at a loss to understand. The proffer of kindness made by Rosecrans and his senior was sincere. Rosecrans never exulted in Shea's pecuniary losses.
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1857 Jun. 24
Delente, Olympe:
(Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Their examinations will begin on (July) 7 and end on the 10th. It is time; she is exhausted. Her brother left for France with his wife. Delente has accepted invitations from three friends to spend her vacation in the city.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1857 Jun. 24
Delsalle:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Leblanc(!):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Delsalle sends enclosed, the sad problem of his present position. He asks (Blanc) for assistance again.
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1857 Jun. 24
Delsalle:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In spite of all his care and exactness in work, Delsalle again finds himself constrained to ask for help from (Blanc) who gave him help last year. At that time his wife was pregnant; her delivery was only a doubling of her afflictions up to this day. The rich ignore the sufferings of the poor. Delsalle has had to sell all his furniture and even part of their clothing to try to exist. He asks for a favorable response.
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1857 Jun. 24
Raymond, Father G(ilbert):
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s last letter was brought from the postoffice by Father (Henry) Picherit himself who asked if it contained anything for him. Raymond told him that (Blanc) had received Picherit's letter and consented to Picherit's not going to Lake Arthur at all. At Grand Coteau and also here they had the procession of the Blessed Sacrament. Some time ago the town council wanted to pay the taxes for the convent; Raymond objected on the ground that educational institutions should not be taxed. Mr. Hardy, the attorney for the district took Raymond's part. When Father (J. Francois Raymond) and Picherit began to build the chapels at Lake Charles and Lake Arthur, Raymond told them they could expect nothing from him, that all the money should be from these places. Without informing Raymond, Picherit bought a little house for $130 to serve as his residence. He paid $40 from the collections. Raymond told Picherit that it could be put in (Blanc)'s name but the mortgage stated that Picherit would finish paying for it. Now it will fall into ruin before it can be used. If Raymond had the money, he would pay for it but he must make considerable advances for the church at Bois Mallett and Washington and also for the convent. Raymond thinks the best thing to do would be to accept the house in (Blanc)'s name. Their house is going well; they have 5 rooms above and three below. It will be finished before (Blanc)'s arrival. Picherit is in a bad mood these days. The Sisters celebrated Raymond's feast day. They did not invite Picherit nor his friend Mr. Wimmer, their music teacher. Raymond will try to use Picherit in the vicinity but his first ardor has cooled.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {7}
1857 Jun. 24(?)
Stinson, Mary:
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Stinson wrote some two weeks ago asking (Blanc) to send a priest for a short time stating all the particulars. She also wrote to Sister (Francis) Regis, (S.C.) asking her to see (Blanc) and request him to send a priest to instruct Stinson's husband in the Catholic faith. She has suffered for her religion; her husband and children are Protestant. They have a priest but the people have lost confidence in him. If (Blanc) could come himself they would be more than happy. The steamers Ceres and Belle Gates make regular trips here.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1857 Jun. 25
Floczynski, Frank:
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefev(e)re:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Floczynski is the carpenter who erected the building on the west side of the river known as the German Catholic Church. There are $240 coming to him; there seems no prospect of payment and now Father (Edward) Van Paemel is called away from them. Floczynski is poor, his family is sick and he must have money. He intends to sell the church on execution for his work but asks Lefevere to do something for him in order to avoid that painful thing.
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1857 June 25
Carriere, (S.S., Father Joseph):
Paris, France
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The Cure of Courtavon, diocese of Strasburg sent Carriere some time ago 63 francs for 2 orphans in St. Peter's Orphan Asylum in Cincinnati, Clementine and Marguerite Saigre. When he received Purcell's letter of Feb. 23 acknowledging the charge, he sent the sum to pay on Purcell's bill at the seminary at Nantes. Since they have no more of Purcell's subjects at St. Sulpice they do not know the news about him. It seems that there is difficulty in filling the American sees although they have erected new ones. They have heard of the voyage of Bishop (Richard Vincent) Whelan, but not of his arrival. As for France Purcell knows the general things from the papers. The affair of Moulins has very much occupied the minds of France and Rome. It appears to be on the way to settlement but will leave sorrow both on the side of the government and in relation to the stability and consideration of the episcopate. It will have this good result that it will make known where these exaggerated men are leading. From that point of view it is an amelioration at Rome and elsewhere. Prudence and moderation are very important. Carriere goes now to Issay. P.S. He says that the new Archbishop of Paris is a man of Providence. There is scarcely any voice to say that the Lord has given him to them.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - (French) - {6}
1857 Jun. 25
Vanpaemel, (Father) E(d ):
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Upon hearing of Vanpaemel's intended departure, a painter has sued him for his pay, and a carpenter intends to do the same, although they had not contracted with him. The judgment may be against Vanpaemel — and a levy may be made on the church. If some kind of security could be given them for the present, the Church might be kept out of trouble. Vanpaemel can do nothing for them. He wants to have as much of the summer season to see to the house and church at Dearfield, (Michigan). He will collect for and pay the debts on the German church contracted by himself.
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1857 Jun. 26
Jan, Father A(nge) M(arie):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The arrival of Father (Jean Honoré) Dubernard both surprised and pleased Jan. Dubernard left for Grand Coteau a week ago and is to return here July 2. His installation is set for the 5th. This new organization will be an immense advantage for Pont Breaux. Jan accepts the function of vicar general for Attakapas which (Blanc) has conferred on him. The presbytery is about to be finished; shortly (Dominique) Fois will go down to buy the furniture. Jan has been robbed. The money he had for expenses, for the seminary, and for the Propagation of the Faith was also taken. The thief must have had skeleton keys. The announcement at Pont Breaux that Dubernard had arrived produced real enthusiasm. Jan talked of various points which he knows met the approval of Chevalier de L'homme who was present.
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1857 Jun. 27
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Foltier has just talked with C.H. Mouton who seems tired of the delays in the distribution of funds of which (Rousselon) is the administrator. (Rousselon)'s resignation has been recorded, (Daniel O'Bryan) O'Bryon's request has been recorded but mention must be made of it by a lawyer appointed by (Rousselon). It will soon be four years since the death of Father (Anthony Désiré) Mégret. Sister St. Paul (Aucoin, O.Carm.) says that (Rousselon) has 34 piastres belonging to the convent, and received 3 more from the French consul. In writing to Mr. Gueyrouze to send 8 barrels of flour, Foltier told that (Rousselon) would advance it. St. Paul also wrote to have Sister Victoria, (O.Carm.) here as she speaks English. Foltier has succeeded in getting a music teacher, Mr. Muller. P.S. They will set their distribution of prizes for the Bishop's coming.
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1857 Jun. 28
Doane, Geo(rge) H.:
Liverpool, (England)
to Bishop (James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
He has transferred his ticket from the "Arabia" of tomorrow to the "Asia" of July 11. He will be able to run over to Ireland for a week. He is staying in Liverpool with the mother and sisters of an old Roman friend and fellow collegian, Father Roskell, nephew to the Bishop of Nottingham.
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1857 Jun. 29
Shannon, (R.S.C.J.), Mother A(nna):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Shannon has just received (Blanc)'s letter of the 28th. Miss Manners will be cordially received and have a fair trial of retired life. Shannon asks (Blanc) to attend their distribution of premiums August 17. All here are well.
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1857 June 29
Wood, J(ames) F. Coadj.Bp. Philadelphia:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He received Purcell's kind note from Mt. St. Mary's Thursday afternoon but it was impossible for him to meet Purcell at Baltimore. He has resigned himself to seeing Purcell in October when he intends to visit Cincinnati. Mr. Frenaye has given him all the care of the business of the diocese and that will keep him busy for some time. This arrangement goes into effect July 1. He has also induced Bishop (John) Neumann to build a chapel for the cathedral parish later to be used as a school, and hopes to bless it by November 1. The spirit towards the cathedral is much better and Wood thinks they can consecrate it in less than 3 years. He proposed the chapel 1st, to keep the congregation together, 2nd, to do away with the public chapel in the episcopal residence. Father (E.Q.S.) Waldron is quite impracticable. They hardly know what to do with him. His ecclesiastical education has been sadly neglected and he is not all docibilis.
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1857 Jun. 29
Courtney, Bernard Ryan, W. B. Mullaney, P. Howell, John Carroll, John:
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to Bishop Peter Paul Lefev(e)re:
Detroit, (Michigan)
The members of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick's Society, having heard that their pastor Father (Edward) Van Paemel is about to removed from their midst, beg Lefevere to allow him to remain as pastor. At a general meeting, the society drew up resolutions expressing regret at the removal of Father Van Paemel and asking Lefevere to allow him to remain.
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1857 Jun. 30
Choiselat, Charles:
Paris, France
to (Bishop) Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Divine Providence having deigned to bless them, the Council of the Association of the Propagation allots for 1856, without any reduction to Detroit, 8,000 francs of which 3000 francs were advanced to Father Peter Kindekens on July 6, 1856. The increasing number of Missions and their destitution, often extreme, binds him to recommend anew to the Association of the Propagation in order that its charity will be increased, with new gifts.
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1857 June 30
Chambige, Father F(rancis):
St.Thomas Seminary,
Bardstown, Ky.
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
It is more than a week since he received Purcell's letter but the examinations and preparations of premiums have prevented an earlier reply. He and his institution are flattered by Purcell's high opinion of them. The distribution of premiums has been completed and Bishop (Martin John) Spalding has expressed his approval. They regret that Purcell was not able to express his approbation to the students. They will take care of any students Purcell wishes to leave with them during the vacation. As to Bigelow, Chambige says he does not know what to think. If Purcell's suspicions are true the boy must be a profound hypocrite. His folks have not sent him any money to go home. Although they might have forseen Purcell's intentions they wish he would not remove the students because of his previous arguments, and because of his affection for these students and the loss to the seminary. Further he doubts whether there is real economy in the measure. 1. The board and clothing will cost more near a city (as Father (Abraham) McMahon has written to him). 2 Because of the additions they have given at St. Thomas are not included in the prospectus. 3. When a college has been joined to a seminary the latter has always suffered. Bishop (Benedict Joseph) Flaget could have told Purcell of his own loses through such a plan. Even Purcell's presence cannot prevent it altogether. However Chambige accepts Purcell's decision in the matter. P.S. He will send the semi-annual report next week.
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1857 Jun. 30
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
D. O'Brien (Daniel O'Bryan) is here; his request is to be published next Saturday. The Free Masons, somewhat calmed by the replies made to them, have said that they will make no opposition to O'Brien if the statement of receipts and expenditures is given to them. O'Brien's advice is to send an account. It will be registered at the court house and the affair will be ended. Foltier asks (Rousselon) to send an account of the estate and Foltier will have it registered. (Rousselon) is to lose no time or the miscreants will use it as a subject for a harangue against the clergy.
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(18)57 Jun. 30
Boglioli, C.M., Father C(harles):
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Boglioli received (Blanc)'s letter last night. He is at (Blanc)'s orders and will be ready for July 19.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 16mo. - {1}