(1859) (May ?)
Cummings, Father J(eremiah) W.:
(New York, New York)
to Orestes A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Cummings does not see why his hasty sketches should be picked out by the Catholic papers for special notices in their criticisms of the Review. He fears the friendship between him and Brownson will be broken because of these attacks. If Brownson wishes, he will write an article. The project of a monthly has fallen through. Father (John Murray) F(orbes?) would not go into it. Cummings is told that (Forbes) had a talk with (Archbishop John Hughes?) and has formally resigned his parish. The Bishop's friend and confessor, Father (Thomas) Martin, has died. Cummings sees no prospect of understanding anything on earth. When he goes to Boston, Cummings feels that he will have to answer many questions about Brownson. If Brownson should slow up, Cummings hopes Father (Augustine F.) Hewit (?) will take him to task. However, the only important thing in life is to save one's soul.
I-3-o - A.L.S. (Incomplete) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1859 May
Manahan, Father Ambrose:
New York, (New York)
Printed advertisement for Manahan's book, "Triumph of the Catholic Church in the Early Ages."
VI-2-a - Printed Circular - 1p. - 4to. - {0}
(1859 May)
Poucet:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for labor, pickaxe, lime, nails, paint, etc. from March 1858 through May 1859.
VI-2-a - Bill S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
1859 May 2
(Alemany, O.P.), Archbishop Joseph S(adoc):
San Francisco, (California)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Alemany) thanks Blanc for his letter of March 8. Alemany became acquainted in Kentucky with Father P(eter) J. (Lavialle) Labialle and he seemed to be a very good priest. Lavialle seemed to be the guardian to Bishop (Benedict Joseph) Flaget, (S.S.) some time before Flaget's death. He was then editing the Catholic paper of Louisville; he is now president of St. Mary's College, Lebanon. Bishop (Martin John) Spalding and Bishop (John) McGill no doubt know him well. If Bishop (Augustus Mary Martin) of Narchitoches is well known to Blanc he might succeed better then a new man. (Alemany) understands that Lavialle was second on the list sent to Rome by the Archbishop of Baltimore for the Florida Vicariate. He might make a good prelate for Natchitoches or New Orleans, Father A(nnet) LaFont, St. Vincent's New York, may have been on same list. Archbishop Hughes and his suffragans ought to know him. (Alemany) has received no reply from Rome about his difficulties on the Council of Trent. He hopes (Blanc)'s health is restored and that he will have no successor for many years.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {7}
1859 May 2
Dixon, J.V.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License for any priest or minister to marry John Crund(?) and Mrs. Margaret Griffin.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {2}
1859 May 2
(Duggan), James, Bishop of:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Duggan thanks Lefevere for the letter. If he had any doubt of the author of that libel he can entertain it no longer. He will lay both letters before the Archbishop and each of the other bishops who have seen the previous document. He leaves for St. Louis soon. He is glad to hear that Lefevere arrived safely in Detroit and that he found Father (Thomas) Cullen out of danger. Duggan has not entirely recovered from his bilious attack. He regrets not being able to entertain Lefevere as he wished when he paid a visit. Duggan hopes to go to Detroit early in summer.
III-2-i - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1859 May 3
(Alemany) Joseph S. Archbishop of San Francisco:
San Francisco, (California)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
Alemany is in need of some Brothers to take care of the boy orphans of his diocese. He tried for three years to secure the Christian Brothers but failed. He asks Purcell to urge Father Edward Sorin, Provincial of the Congregation of the Holy Cross to send a few Brothers. Alemany encloses a letter to be given to the Provincial only if Purcell approves of the Order.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 May 3
Luers, J(ohn) H(enry) Bishop of Fort Wayne:
Fort Wayne, Indiana
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cin(cinna)ti, (Ohio)
In his letter yesterday, Luers forgot to ask Purcell if he could stop in Fort Wayne on his return from Alton to lay the corner stone of the new Cathedral. Purcell can come by way of Chicago or by way of Naples, Illinois. a visit from him will be a great favor to him and a pleasure to the congregation.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 4
Chambige, (Father) F.:
St. Thomas Seminary
(Bardstown, Kentucky)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Chambige received Mr. Horley's check for $50 for his son. His former students, now at St. Mary's Seminary, are pleased with the institution. They are hoping to have a new orphan Asylum completed soon. The present session ends on July 2nd and the Seminary would be pleased if Purcell could pay them a visit. P.S. Chambige received $61 from Father (Benjamin) Spalding for Father Edward Purcell but is uncertain as to whether it is to be credited to Horley's or Nicholson's account and he would appreciate it if Purcell's brother would enlighten him on the matter.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 10mo. - {1}
1859 May 4
Duplantier, G.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License to Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Henry Wilson and Margaret Maurey.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1859 May 4
Lavezeri, C.M., Father (S.):
Bouligny, (Louisiana)
to Father Stephen Rousselone (!):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Request for a dispensation from second degree consanguinity to the marriage of Francis Dolandro and Marie Miniss.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1859 May 4
Menard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Lafourche, (Louisiana)
Aug. 1, 1859 he will pay Ernest Galthier the sum of $150.
VI-2-a - A.D.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 32mo. - {1}
1859 May 4
Picherit, Father H.A.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
On May 4 Picherit, a priest at St. Mary's Church, with a license from Z(eno)n(?) Dixon, married John Crumb and Margaret Griffin. Witnesses were John Boyer, Marg(aret) Boyer, and Catherine Crumb.
VI-2-a - A.D.S. - 1p. - folio - {6}
1859 May 5
Flood, E.L.:
Pine Bluff, Ark(ansas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They have written and done everything in their power to Bishop (Andrew) Byrne to send them a priest. Six years ago they had no church and only about 15 Catholics; now they have a good church and 40 to 60 Catholics. All this was done through Father P(atrick) Behan. The Bishop took him away and for the last year they have had no resident priest. Their bishop has no priest to send to Hellena, (Arkansas) in place of Behan.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1859 May 6
Duplantier, G.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Numa Landry and Rosalie Calot.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1859 May 7
Duplantier, G.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Louis Aristide Aubert and Marie Justine Ernestine Fontenetti.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1859 May 7
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary) of:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Some time ago (Odin) asked (Rousselon) to send some wine to Father (James) Giraudon of Laredo; (Rousselon) is to let (Odin) know the amount of the bill. A sick Texan needs wine for medicine; he will pay $40 of $45 a barrel. The Texan's address is W(illia)m G. Nolan, Walker's Station; the bill of lading is to be sent to McMahon and Gilbert of Galveston. Mr. (Cavaroc?) Caverock is to send (Odin) the bill.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1859 May 8
Bonnot, B.J.:
N(ew) Orle(ans), Louisiana
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipted bill for funeral expenses of $44 for Father Enn(emond) Dupuy.
VI-2-a - Receipt S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1859 May 8
Pabisch, (Father) Francis J(oseph):
Rome, (Papal State)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Pabisch acknowledges Purcell's letter and agrees with him on the value of his residence in Rome. He decribes the church services. General Goyon is in Rome with two regiments to keep peace because hostilities have begun in Piedmont. 20,000 French solders are said to have arrived in the Roman States. Pabisch's rector Monsignore Aloysius Rosa died on March 7th. Father de Ruber, and Father John Savhander were beatified the same day. Pius IX declared them twin candelabra. On the 25th of September the Sacred Congregation of the Council gave important decisions on bination and the obligation of pastors saying two Masses in different Missions. Fathers Kirby and Smith send Purcell their regards. Pabisch made Father Smith and Prof. Moran acquainted with Mr. Becker. Cardinal Reisach is willing to give Pabisch a chaplainship at Anima if the future rector will consent. The new church of the Redemptionist Fathers was consecrated on May 3. Father Douglass gave the money for the building. P.S. The Prince of Wales offered the Holy Father the Island of Malta in case of necessity. Archbishop Cullen of Dublin was presented with a particle of the true cross. Father (J.B.) Hengehold's name is still on the German college catalogue. Millala was made bishop of Naples. There are over 30 bishops of the Order of Preachers.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1859 May 8
Pelletier, Sister M(arie) de St. Euphrasie,:
Superior Convent of the Good Shepherd
Angers, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister received (Blanc)'s letter of March 27. The (Sisters of the Good Shepherd) are happy to be under so worthy a father; Sister authorizes (Blanc)'s requests for the entering of postulants and the novitiate at New Orleans all the more fully since she sees great difficulties in sending subjects to Louisville. She does not often use the faculties granted her by Pope Gregory XVI in his brief of April 3, 1835 but does so readily for (Blanc). She is sure that the Superior at St. Louis will be content with this arrangement; Sister St. Euphrasie will write her to furnish all the subjects asked for at New Orleans.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8mo. - {2}
1859 May 9
Proust, (O.C.S.O.), Father Marie Eutrope:
Gethsemani, (Kentucky)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On March 16, Eutrope wrote to (Rousselon) about Father (H.J.) Chenal about whom (Rousselon) had inquired. Eutrope sent several letters from his bishop of Arichat and from Father (Annet) Lafont of New York. He would like the letters back if (Rousselon) has received them.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1859 May 10
Chalon, Father G(abriel):
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chalon wrote news of Bishop (Michael) Portier yesterday. He is at the Sisters' infirmary; the doctor has no hope and says Portier could die any moment. Chalon asks (Rousselon) to beg Bishop (Anthony) Blanc to come as soon as he can. Father E. LeBlond will deliver this letter and the $15.10 Chalon owes (Rousselon). LeBlond is a good man.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1859 May 10
Kenrick, Archbishop Francis Patrick:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Bishop (John Barry) of Savannah, having had two attacks of paralysis, has deemed it prudent to seek a coadjutor. He asks for Father W(illia)m McCloskey, a professor at MT. St. Mary's, and unites Father (Anthony) Andrieux of Donaldsonville and Father James McGarahan of Mobile in the list of candidates. (Blanc) is to express his sentiments to the S(acred) Cong(regation), especially about Andrieux.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {5}
1859 May 10
LaPrairie, Leo(pold):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
LaPrairie has entered the College for deaf-mutes and the blind to give French lessons to the family of the director and to the blind. Not knowing anyone at Baton Rouge, he has given (Blanc) as a reference. The pastor of Baton Rouge has been very kind to him; it was through him that LaPrairie found his employment. LaPrairie signs as a former notary recommended to (Blanc) by the Chapter at Coutances.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 10
Venissat, Father C(yprie)n:
(Thibodaux, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Meril Gros and Marie Hebert, children of two sisters, ask for a dispensation. Venissat has begun to walk without crutches. He is in difficulty about continuing the building of the church; they are surrounded by fissures in the earth. Venissat received no pastoral letter about the American Seminary at Rome. He has so few at church since the fissures that he could not count on getting much. He began to go to his mission last week but today his leg is so swollen he does not think he will be able to go out this week. He has begun instructions for First Communion. He asks (Rousselon) to let him know when the Archbishop will come to Thibodaux.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1859 May 10
White, Ellen G.:
Detroit, (Michigan)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
She thanks Brownson for sending her a copy of the Review, autographed by him. She enjoyed the article, "The Church and the Revolution". She had heard the subject ably discussed by some Protestants a short time later and appreciated knowing Brownson's views on it.
I-3-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 11
Blake, Father James:
Pattersonville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Enclosed (no enclosure) is a dispensation granted to Father (J. Outendirck) Oterderick on May 1, 1856. The parties are now in Blake's parish and want him to perform the ceremony. He also requests a dispensation in two banns. Everything is going well. Franklin Church is being painted. He left every cent the pews made in the hands of Mr. Haifleigh. Blake has secured the lot at Berwick's Bay for $5. $800 is already subscribed. He has his house at Pattersonville; he can welcome (Blanc) the next time he comes.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {5}
1859 May 11
Colliere, L( ):
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Colliere received a letter from Father (H.J.) Chenal from which Colliere extracts the lines dealing with the question of payment of the Captain or whether Mr. Richy was reimbursed. This is what Chenal wrote: "Rousselon has just told him that Captain Thomason has complained that Chenal never returned on board. On March 1 Chenal did not leave the Magnolia until 9 o'clock after breakfasting with Thomason's partner Mr. Schot and their agent Mr. Martin. Chenal asked for the Captain and came back twice but never saw him. He always thought it had been arranged between Colliere and Richy and the Captain that they would apply to Bishop Blanc." Chenal showed them one of Rousselon's letters in which Blanc was to be responsible for reimbursing Bishop (Martin John) Spalding for Chenal's trip to New Orleans. Colliere asks Rousselon to advise him in this matter.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {7}
1859 May 11
Mazzeti, Vincent Borsa and Cesar Benzi:
Milan, (Italy)
to Archbishop Anthony (Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
They are grateful for Blanc's kindness in letting them know about Charles (J.) Daron, the Roman Consul in New Orleans. They have just received Daron's letter dated March 22 of which (Blanc) informed them in his letter of the 14th. Archbishop (Bartholomew Ramilli) of Milan died day before yesterday of apoplexy.
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1859
Ballerini, Cam. Ord., Cardinal Paul (Angelo):
Milan, (Italy)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ballerini thanks (Blanc) for his kind services given at Ballerini's request.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French, Latin) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1859 May 11
Soffers, (Father) Bernard G.:
Detroit, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Soffers sends Lefevere a certified copy of the original oath of J. F. Godfrey renouncing Freemasonry and all other secret societies and all allegiance with any of their members as such. As witnessed by Soffers; dated Sept. 27, 1858.
III-2-i - A.D.S. Copy - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 12
Elder, Bishop William Henry:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
Elder is obliged to write earlier than he intended about Father (F.) Pont. Father (J.) O'Connor is about to leave Vicksburg and Elder must send Father (Francis Xavier) Leray there and Pont to Jackson or directly to Vicksburg O'Connor will probably not return. Elder is sending someone to Vicksburg today with great reluctance; Elder may not keep him in the diocese. Elder accepts Blanc's suggestion about the blessing of the church. He hopes it will be at Pentecost. It seems that Blanc could obtain distinguished priests from France for the more dignified places, or so it seems to Father (M.F.) Grignon.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1859 May 12
Maréchaux, Father A(ugustine):
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Maréchaux sends $171 for the balance due the (Vincentians). He will write to Father (Anthony) Ver(r)ina (C.M.) to come to get it. (On the same page a note signed by) Father Thoma, C.M. for Verrina acknowledges receipt of the money from Rousselon on May 19.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {4}
1859 May 13
Calot,:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bill of $68.05 for repairs to statues, windows, etc. from August 5, 1857 to March 14, 1859.
VI-2-a - A. Bill S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1859 May 13
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Receipt for $150 from Father (L. Augustine) Maréchaux, through Father S(tephen) Rousselon.
VI-2-a - A. Receipt S. - (French) - 1p. - 32 mo. - {2}
1859 May 14
Chalon, Father G(abriel):
Mobile, (Alabama)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc?):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bishop (Michael Portier) just died. Chalon expects (Blanc) to come.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1859 May 14
Lucas, Father P(eter):
West Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lucas wants to know when his successor will arrive. As usual, he is vomiting and wishes to go as soon as possible.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 14
McSweeney, Father John Frank:
Urbana, Ohio
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Mc Sweeney said he arrived in Urbana today and heard some individuals had written to Purcell but he did not know about what they wrote until he received Purcell's note. The foul charges have no basis, says Mc Sweeney, and they will be laid to anyone who ever knew the late pastor of Urbana. Mc Sweeney says that Purcell visited Marion and Bellefontaine and heard people speak well of Mc Sweeney. If he were guilty of the charges, it would have come out. In the two years Mc Sweeney has been in this part of the country, he has preached only twice in Urbana—one subject was the Word of God and he cannot remember the other. When he returned from Cincinnati, he asked Dr. Grogan to get him a man to whitewash the apartments and asked the people to move out of the space allotted to the priest. Mc Sweeney understands that Mr. Ryan, John Edmunson, and others formed a committee with which Mc Sweeney was left unacquainted. He never spoke nor was introduced to Mr. Ryan and family. He tells Purcell that his aged mother warned him not to come to Urbana because his short connection with the late pastor would go against him. He returns to Bellefontaine this evening to say Mass and from there to Marion. Mc Sweeney says he will remain in silent suspense for Purcell's final orders. (Note:—Mc Sweeney encloses an ad from a newspaper giving notice of the meeting of the committee by John C. Edmondson.)
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 May 15
Elder, Bishop William Henry:
Jackson, Miss(issippi)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Elder's necessity is a little more urgent than he expected. He came to Vicksburg yesterday and to Jackson this afternoon. Father (J.) O'C(onnor) is leaving as soon as possible. Father (Francis Xavier) Leray has consented to take charge of Vicksburg and Elder has just written to Father (F.) Pont to come to Jackson by the 23rd. Elder will stay a few days in Vicksburg. Elder received the printed letter from Propaganda about the Blessed Sacrament.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1859 May 15
Menard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Menard has just received a letter from Ernest Palthier asking him to give back the $150 he had left with him. It is not due until August 1 but Palthier needs it now so Menard asks Rousselon to pay it. Menard sends a check for $184.50, $150 for the debt and $34.50 from the collection for the Seminary in Rome. Menard wrote to Archbishop (Blanc) recently to ask when he would come to Thibodaux for Confirmation.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 16
Saucier, Arthur:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Louis Charles Talhaud(?) and Adelaide Cecilia Latoer.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1859 May 17
Bertail, Father J.M.:
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bertail has just received a small bell for the chapel at Pierre Part and asks permission to bless it. Last Sunday they blessed the one at St. Elizabeth's Church; Father (Augustine) Maréchaux performed the ceremonies.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1859 May 17
Burnett, Peter H.:
San Jose, (California)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Burnett writes that he has completed his work and will forward the manuscript to his publishers, D. Appleton & Company, New York. This was the only house he could get to publish it, for one reason or another. The Jesuit Fathers of Santa Clara College have appraised and critically examined it, especially Father (Felix) Ciccateri, the President. The work is Catholic in sentiment and spirit. Burnett supposes Mr. Campbell, and some others whose positions he has freely examined, will complain. Burnett says he has dedicated his work to Purcell if he consents. He lists the form of the dedication as it appears in his book. It is only fitting to dedicate the work to Purcell since he made Burnett a Catholic. Burnett says the title of his manuscript is "The Path Which Led a Protestant Lawyer to the Catholic Church." Burnett says he was in debt $20,000 when he went to Oregon in 1843 and he succeeded in paying all the interest and principal. His second great purpose was to publish his work and now this is almost fulfilled. Now he does not know what to do with his time. He wishes Purcell the strength to discharge all his duties and asks Purcell to pray for him.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 4to. - {2}
1859 May 17
Carius, Father A.:
Havana, (Cuba)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Carius was prevented from returning because the "Catawba" took no passengers for New Orleans. He will return on the "Philadelphia" passing here on May 23. He is sorry for the past. He thought in leaving New Orleans he would have a chance to clear his debts but he took a false step. He spent Holy Week and Easter with Bishop Poirier of Roseau. The Jesuits of Jamaica paid a portion of his passage home. Carius does not know if Blanc intends to keep him in his diocese or not. In the latter case he would ask for letters of recommendation and start again.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {1}
1859 May 17
Lucas, Father P(eter):
West Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, L(ouisian)a
When leaving Pointe Coupee Blanc said he would write to let him know about his replacement. His failing health prevents his carrying out his duties. He asks Blanc to send his successor to whom the wardens will give the same fees they gave Lucas. Lucas has left all his things in the church. The parish is well supplied with the necessities.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 17
Thirion, Father (H.):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Thirion reminds Blanc of a promise to investigate conditions at Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana) and let him know the results. Despite the information which seems prevalent in Pointe Coupée money is not Thirion's vice. He is afraid that it will be impossible for him to get a responsible post. P.S. He would prefer having his dismissal.
VI-2-a - A.L.S., L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
(1859) (May 17) 1859 Apr. 28
Tholomier, Father (Claude Anthony):
Paris, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He did not answer (Blanc)'s letter of February 8 sooner because he wanted to carry out his mission for (Blanc). Also he wanted to find out just how the Father L. Richard Bole affair had come out. He has just received from Messrs. Faivre and Chotelin as well as from the brother and sister of Richard Bole a deed which protects (Blanc) in the matter of the 3000 piastres he received from the funds of the late Richard Bole. Also Tholomier wanted to be able to announce the exact time of his return to (Blanc). They will leave Le Havre for New York on May 3 and although they will go by way of St. Louis to take some Sisters of St. Joseph there, they hope to arrive at New Orleans around the last of May. Tholomier was happy to learn from (Blanc)'s last letter of the establishing of a house of Sisters of the Good Shepherd in New Orleans. Out of the 100 piastres (Blanc) pays Tholomier as interest on the 1250 piastres he sent last year on April 22, (Blanc) is to give 50 piastres to the Sisters of the Good Shepherd and the other 50 Tholomier would like to give for the seminary but (Blanc) can use it as he sees fit. He is glad to make this little gift for all the favors he has received. He was rejoicing in the fact that he was to bring a helper in (Blanc)'s noble task in the person of Father Lesfrene about whom he wrote in his last letter. But he has just received a letter saying that Lesfrene believes it prudent to remain in Italy several years before going to America. New York, May 17: They arrived at New York after a 13 days' crossing; he plans to leave tomorrow for St. Louis to bring four Sister of St. Joseph entrusted to him on leaving France. He is more and more worried that he would not suit for the direction of the convent; he thinks Father (Auguste S.) Paris should be left there as he suits there better than Tholomier as the Mother Superior wrote him on October 20, 1858. He will be at (Blanc)'s disposal.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1859 May 18
Catholic Standard:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipt for $11 for 2 1-year subscriptions to the Standard and for printing regulations for Lent. (Signed by) D.D. O'Brien.
VI-2-a - Receipt S. - 1p. - 32 mo. - {2}
1859 May 18
Catholic Standard:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipt for $3.00 for a year's subscription ending May, 1860. (Signed by) D.D. O'Brien.
VI-2-a - Receipt S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}
1859 May 18
Elder, William Henry Bishop of Natchez:
Vicksburg, Miss(issippi)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Elder writes concerning Father J. O'Connor who is in trouble and has received no reply from Purcell. He has received notice in Vicksburg that a suit will be instituted against him next month and if this happens, the congregation will suffer. Elder is not satisfied with O'Connor's conduct and he is going to try him in Natchez. In money matters, O'Connor's conduct during these two years have been above suspicion. He has been liberal to the poor but not dishonest with the money of the Diocese. He drinks too much but has been trying to shun that. Elder asks Purcell if he will help to save them all from a scandal.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 May 18
Demoruelle, Edmond:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipt for $5 for the opening and closing of a grave for Father Ennemond Dupuy.
VI-2-a - A.D.S. - (French) - 1p. - 32 mo. - {2}
1859 May 18
Duplantier, G.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Joseph Alexis and Ester Bracy.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1859 May 18
(Scherr), Archbishop Greg(ory von):
Munich, (Germany)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
They send 1000 florins for Mount St. Mary's College which is under the direction of Father (Francis J.) Pabisch and 500 florins for Father Otto Jair of the church of St. John Baptist at Cincinnati. The President of the Committee of the Ludwig Association for the missions (Scherr) sends his respects.
- A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. -
Lebling, Louis Ignace:
(Munich, Germany
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
He sends a draft for $408.16 on August Belmont and $204.08 on Kreuzburg and Curre.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - (French) - {4}
1859 May 19
Catherine of St. Alphonse, O.S.U., Sister:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
The vows of Sister Catherine de St. Alphonse in the Ursuline Order.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 20
Des Sard, ( ):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Written on the stationery of) Le Propagateur Catholique. The preparations and sadness of leaving prevented him from coming to say goodbye to Rousselon. Among his relationships with the clergy, those with which Rousselon honored him will always be cherished. He sends regards to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc). He will keep in touch with Rousselon while he is away and will visit him upon his return to New Orleans.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 8mo. - {3}
1859 May 20
Lang, Abbe Vict(or) Ach(ille):
Isere, France
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
New York, (New York)
Abbe Lang wishes to translate the "The Convert" into French. A year ago he spent some months in New York and gave much time to the learning of the English language. In this way he happened to read "The Convert" and for the past six months he has wanted to translate it. However he had heard that a translation was then being made: but it has not appeared, and he wonders if he was mistaken. Both the director and the chief editor of the daily Ami de la Religion, as well as his friends, urge him to begin the translation. He and a co-worker, Felix Blumstein, a lawyer, would work on it. He refers Brownson to Archbishop Hughes and Father Duranquet, S.J. of New York as a guarantee of his sincerity.
I-3-o - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 10mo. - {4}
1859 May 21
(Blanc) Ant(hony) A(rch)b(isho)p of:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
(Purcell) has probably already heard of the death of Bishop Michael Portier of Mobile, the dean of the hierarchy. (Blanc) was called to Mobile twice in 5 days; the first time to see the bishop who was reported dangerously sick. (Blanc) spent two days there and had breakfast with him the day he left. At one o'clock after he returned he was notified that the bishop had died the same day at noon. (Portier) had been to New Orleans just three weeks ago and had been told to take a trip to Europe for his health and was making his preparations for the trip. The funeral was attended by Protestant and Catholic. He left no choice for his successor, and (Blanc) can think of none. He has invited the bishops of the province to hold a council on the matter. He asks Purcell if it would be well to send Father Edward Purcell's name, since he is convinced Edward would do well and would be pleased with the situation. (Blanc) will kept the administration of the diocese since the two vicars general suggested it separately—as they do not think together, and that is the wish of all the clergy. He asks Purcell to suggest some name or names. French is hardly spoken there any more. He asks (Purcell's) indulgence as he is yet a bit confused.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1859 May 21
Mina, Father Ve. M(odeste):
(Bonnet Carre, Louisiana)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Enclosed is a draft for twenty dollars collected last Sunday for the American Seminary at Rome. The amount is small, but the parish is in a bad situation. Last year fissures at Bek and Labranche took the crop on the right bank; this year the Bouligny crevasse threatens the left bank. Will Rousselon send Nos. 180 and 181 of the Propagation of the Faith to Jean Marie Lamon. Will Rousselon permit Mina to perform a wedding at the home of one of their churchwardens? Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché has the copy for the 1860 Ordo.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 May 22
Marechaux, Father A(ugustine):
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. Fourmestreaux is going to New Orleans so Marechaux sends $20 for the American Seminary. Marechaux will go to New Orleans after May to see if he can get some money from the treasurer. The (Vincentians) who have left the parish wished to be paid the $3500 due them.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1859 May 22
Timon, John Bishop of Buffalo:
Buffalo, (New York)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Timon tells of the abuses by persons speaking the English language going to Confession to German or French Priests who speak but little English. He would like to allow freedom in choosing a Confessor, but the evil of not sufficiently understanding the penitent might result, and asks Purcell for advice on this matter and wants to know if those of other languages are forbidden to hear confessions of those speaking only English. Timon wonders if it would be prudent for him to make such a law. He tells Purcell that their synod begins in a week.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 1p. - 10mo. - {1}
1859 May 23
Elder, B(isho)p William Henry:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Elder has been concerned about Blanc's loss of another priest. He cannot see what other arrangement he could possibly make about Vicksburg and Jackson. He offers Blanc Father Frederick Miller or Father (Andrew) Bennett, or both. In the 15 months Miller has been here he seems perfectly correct in his conduct. He has gone to help the Germans in Yazoo and has an appointment to be in Woodville in June. After that if Blanc desires, he could go to New Orleans, Elder will call Bennett here and send Father (M.F.) Grignon to Woodville. He has asked Bennett to assist Father (Francis Xavier) Leray at Vicksburg. Bennett has indulged in drink but seems humble. Elder will try to come to New Orleans when Blanc calls. Will Bishop (Andrew) Byrne be able to go?
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {6}
1859 May 23
Outendirck, Father J.:
New Iberia, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Outendirck sends the subscription list for the College at Rome. Leop(old J.) Smith wants to build a chapel on his land and will donate it if (Blanc) approves. Outendirck's neighbors are already haggling over Father (E.J.) Foltier's chapel which is several miles distant, and Smith's falls just at the junction of 4 parishes. Outendirck has had 200 Easter Communions so far.
- A.L.S. - 1p.
( )
Outendirck, Father J.:
New Iberia, (Louisiana)
List of subscribers for the American (College at Rome): Leop(old) J. Smith, $10; Mrs. Duperier, $5; Outendirck, $50; the collection $7.75, a total of $72.75.
- A. Slip - 1p. {5}
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1859 May 23
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin) received (Blanc)'s letter of the 18th. He had already heard of the death of Bishop Portier. (Odin) will come to New Orleans, but it would be easier for him after the Feast of the Ascension. All their children plan to receive Confirmation that day. He could leave June 3 and arrive in New Orleans the 5th.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 24
Lesne, Father J(ames):
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon?:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Being in a hurry to return home Lesne asked a friend to deliver the $14 collected for the Seminary at Rome. Also $11.00 for the Propagation of the Faith, $6.00 for Mrs. Drouet's group and $5.00 for Mrs. Waggaman's. He asks Rousselon to sent the Annals of the Propagation for the past year.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1859 May 24
Lucas, Father P(eter):
West Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Last Sunday after (Blanc) left Lucas announced his departure. They are waiting impatiently for one of the priests from Pointe Coupee, (Louisiana). Lucas wants to leave June 10 and asks (Blanc) for a celebret. During repeated requests over 15 months Lucas kept thinking someone would come soon.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 24
Purcell, John Baptist Archbishop of Cincinnati:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Chief Justice Roger B. Taney:
of Baltimore, Maryland
Purcell writes on the behalf of the German Catholics of Cincinnati asking Taney to lay the corner stone of a sizable building. The Honorable J. Q. Adams placed the corner stone of the Astronomical Society of Cincinnati many years ago. Taney is of a higher social strata than Adams was in the people's estimation. Purcell tells him what a wonderful opinion the people hold of him and that they wish to see him in the West. He asks him to please not refuse. The ceremony is scheduled for the 23rd of June and if he desires, he may be met and escorted. Purcell will even be in the escort committee himself. Taney can travel in easy steps, resting every night on the way.
II-4-o - A.L.S. (first draft) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1859 May 24
Tsa, Mrs. John:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She gives permission to her boy Peter Clenton to marry Celestine belonging to Joseft Dubuch. Notation in Father S(tephen) Rousselon's hand: Celebrated Jun. 5, 1859. (Witnesses): Auguste Clay, Francoise Dubuc and Charles Michel.
- A.D.S. - 1p.
( )
Dubuc, J(osep)h:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He permits his negress Celestine to marry.
- A.D.S. - (French) -
VI-2-a - A.D.S. - (English and French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {6}
1859 May 25
Alemany, (O.P.), Archbishop Joseph S(adoc):
San Francisco, California
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Alemany has petitioned the Sacred Congregation for the division of his diocese and the erection of a new See, comprising all that protion north of the 39th degree and having Marysville for its see. Or, a new diocese north of the 38th degree, 20 minutes and east of the Sacramento River with the see at Sacramento. Marysville has some 8 or 9000 inhabitants; Sacramento has double the advantage and population. He has recommended for the new see: Father James Croke, his Vicar General; Father Eugene O'Connell, a professor in All Hallows College; and Father Thomas Foley, Secretary to Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore (giving his opinion of each, in Latin). Alemany named Father Peter DeVos. S.J. as the new vicar-general. He asks Blanc to send his opinions of the proposals to Rome.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (English and Latin) - 4pp. - 8vo. - {8}
1859 May 25
Alemany, Joseph S. Archbishop of San Francisco:
San Francisco, (California)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
A few days since Alemany sent his humble petition to the S(acred) Congregation, asking the division of the diocese and the erection of a new See comprising all that portion of the San Francisco diocese that lies north of the thirty-ninth degree of North Latitude, having Marysville (California) for its episcopal See. And, should it please better, he proposed the formation of the new diocese from all that portion of the diocese which lies north of the thirty-eighth degree twenty minutes line and east of the Sacramento River. In the latter case, the See might be established in the city of Sacramento, (California). In either case the new diocese would have more than three fifths of the present diocese of San Francisco in point of territory; it would have over sixty thousand inhabitants, one third of whom are considered Catholics; and it would have about seventeen churches, ten priests and one or two academies of sisters. Marysville has some 8 or 9,000 inhabitants and is a thriving and promising city, while Sacramento has double its advantages and population. Should the Holy See deem it fit to erect the new See, he has recommended the following priests for it. 1. Father James Croke of San Francisco; 2. Father Eugene O'Connell; 3. Father Thomas Foley of Baltimore. Alemany quotes in Latin complete recommendations he made to Rome. He asks Purcell to recommend them also, and to pray that they will be given a holy, prudent and learned bishop endowed with apostolic zeal.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1859 May 25
Aubril, S.P.M. Father Edm(und):
Key West, (Florida)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Before Bishop (Augustin) Verot, (S.S.) left for Europe he sent Aubril to the missions in the south and west of Florida with orders to dedicate the new church at Tampa Bay. Aubril asks (Blanc) to send them something for the new church, which lacks even a crucifix. Aubril will go to Tampa on the Steamer Galveston on which he will be happy to find something for this new church.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1859 May 25
Barnabo, Al(exander) Cardinal:
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
No. 6. For the Archbishop alone. More than once the Sacred Congregation has defended the system in use by which men suitable for the episcopal dignity are recommended to the Holy See. More than once the Archbishop's advice was sought for this information. But there have been occasions in which candidates lacking in virtue or learning have been proposed or others who are unwilling or unable to accept the episcopal office. Barnabo says that he has heard of these things personally more than from what has been sent to the Sacred Congregation. Thus for vacant sees in distant places men are proposed by Bishops who do not know them and it happens that poorly prepared men are appointed who lack knowledge of the customs and needs of the dioceses. Thus a new bishop destroyed what his predecessor has carefully built up. Therefore the Cardinal asks that the Archbishop send to him secretly what he thinks should be done to prevent these things from happening in the future. Archbishop Cajetan (Bedini) signs as secretary.
VI-2-a - L.S. - (Latin) - 2pp. - 4to. - {1}
1859 May 25
Fontbonne, Father James:
Chassagny, (France)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He send greetings to Archbishop Blanc and all at New Orleans. He asks (Rousselon) to send him his revenue. P.S. He has heard nothing of (Rousselon)'s parents, so they must be all right. The pastor of Grigny is near death.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 25
Mouran, Charles and others:
Pointe Coupee, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
They petition Blanc to recall Father (Francis) Mittlebronn and send back Father H. Thirion. Many signatures follow at the end of the letter.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - folio - {4}
1859 May 26
Bodet, L. and F. Gueydon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipted bill for $31.00 for dry goods. (Signed by) Eugene Jacob (?).
VI-2-a - Receipt S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 May 26
Doutreluingne, C.M., Father P.J.:
Cahokia, Illinois
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Doutreluingne received the catechism (Rousselon) sent by John Barclay, and has said the four masses. He asks (Rousselon) to send him two pamphlets on the rosary. He would like to receive the Propagateur and asks (Rousselon) to ask Father Perché to send it to him.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 26
Guinty, Father Patrick:
Maynooth, (Ireland)
to Father (John) Corry:
(Rome, Italy)
He thanks Corry for his letter and encloses copies of papers dealing with the financial relations of John Smith with Father James O'Reilly. Smith is a brother-in-law of the deceased. He urges Corry to pay as much as he can to Smith since Smith has been impoverished by his deals with O'Reilly.
Copies enclosed:
1. Shrahan Sept. 22, 1854. A promise of O'Reilly to Smith to pay on demand 3 pounds 10 shillings. 2. Letter of O'Reilly to Smith: Rome July 15, 1855. He has sent his letter to Father Corry at Green Bust, New York asking him to send to Smith 30 pounds 7 shillings for feeding the cow. It will be later than he planned. He will pay more than he promised for this service. O'Reilly gave 2 pounds to Father John Lynch for masses for his father but Lynch must have forgotten. He asks about the Lawsuit between Dixon and John and the like. If any of his parents die Smith is to pay the expenses and O'Reilly will repay him. But if he takes one glass of liquor he is gone forever. 3. Letter to Smith from O'Reilly March 27, 1857: He must leave soon since he has been called back. He will leave when he receives money from the United States. He will send some to Smith and now sends him a note for 100 pounds. Smith is to preserve the note and the address of Father John Corry. (In the papers of Bishop Francis P. McFarland.)
I-1-a - A.L.S. and enclosure - 4pp. - 4to. - {4}
1859 May 26
Kenrick Archbishop Francis Patrick:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Kenrick feels how much the Church has lost in the demise of Bishop (Michael Portier). Father W(illia)m McCloskey, proposed for Coadjutor of Savannah, is most favorably reported but Father (John) McCaffrey says it is premature to promote him. Archbishop (John Hughes) intends to write against his promotion. Kenrick is sorry that Father A. does not preach in English as Savannah is of this tongue. The clergy have given Kenrick an unfortunate idea of R; his leaving the Society is against him. Father F(rancis) L'homme might give light in his regard. Kenrick does not know whom to recommend. The papal decree was not intended to interfere with the concessions contained in their faculties; it forms a general rule for the Roman Tribunals. Kenrick is happy that (Blanc)'s health is so perfectly restored. It is wise to get a coadjutor, although he delays asking for one. Conditions in Rome furnish a motive for preventing an interregnum.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {6}
1859 May 26
McMahon, Father George:
Clinton, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
McMahon has respected (Blanc)'s desire that he should not reside in Jackson; as no answer has arrived he must call at New Orleans to find the means of reaching Jersey City. If a letter from the North has reached New Orleans for him, McMahon will start direct from there to England. If not he must sell his watch and books or procure a loan to get to New York. $25 would have sufficed from (Blanc).
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May. 27
Hubert, S.J., Father D(arius):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Hubert requests dispensations for W.A. Jones, a Methodist, and Eugenia Kauffman, a Catholic; and Benjamin Daigre and Pauline Daigre, second cousins. The president of the church wardens told Hubert that he had been notified that the church had been seized. This does not alter matters.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 32mo. - {6}
1859 May 27
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On arriving from Avoyelles, (Martin) received (Blanc)'s letter of the 18th informing him of Bishop (Michael) Portier's unexpected death. (Martin) will leave by the first boat, the 31st. As to his successor, (Martin) thinks the well-known intentions of the deceased should be respected and his choice should be theirs. As for the temporary administrator (Martin) believes all the Bishops of the province would wish to see Mobile confided to (Blanc)'s care. A priest of Bishop (Armand Francis) De Charbon(n)el's diocese wrote to (Martin) a short time ago that not only were the talents and zeal of this saintly bishop not appreciated by the majority of his clergy, almost all Irish, but that he was, as were all the French priests, the object of their hatred. If this is so, and if there should be any difficulty about Portier's choice, would it not be well to offer Mobile to Charbonnel? Last Sunday (Martin) confirmed 167 at Avoyelles. The next day he blessed the new church at Bayou des Glaises, (Louisiana). They are getting ready to build another at Marksville. The parish of Alexandria is suffering greatly; the priest there is doing nothing.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {8}
1859 May 27
Martinez, R.S.C., Sister Vict(orine?):
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The Sisters appreciate (Blanc)'s kindness. Their Mother Superior has been gone since February. Everyone is well except a few. Their sixty-four pupils are doing well, fifteen received their First Communion in May. They hope (Blanc) will pay a visit this year. They have only four in white veils but several of their former students are only awaiting their parents' permission to live under the banner of the Sacred Heart; there are also some vocations among the boarders.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1859 May 28
Cavanaugh, James:
St. Gabriel, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Cavanaugh is lonely since the death of Father (Ennemond) Dupuy, but he knows that he can count on (Blanc), who has helped him before. Father (Francis C. Follot?) took Dupuy's books away and Cavanaugh was charged with sending the negroes to Mr. Schlater (M. Schlatre). So Mr. Kenny and Cavanaugh are the only ones left in the house. He and Kenny have both been ill but are well now. P.S. Someone wants to but that team of oxen; if (Blanc) does not ask too much, the young man will take them.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1859 May 28
Duplantier, G.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License to Father (Angelo) Mascaroni to marry Francois Tasso and Antonia Rogial.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1859 May 28
Elder, Bishop William Henry:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Elder explains the reasons Father (J.) O'Connor changed his plans to leave Vicksburg. O'Connor would now like to offer his services to Blanc. O'Connor has at times drunk too much; for the past eight months he has been trying to be careful. If there should be no scandal in his staying here Elder would be glad to have O'Connor at Natchez, for he seems an efficient, estimable man. Father (Peter M.) McGrane (C.SS.R.) is acquainted with his behavior. The Ecclesiastical Conferences, if directed toward spirituality, would effect a good deal.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1859 May 29
Henni, John M, Bishop of Milwaukee:
Milwaukee, (Wisconsin)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Henni would be pleased to attend the laying of the corner stone for the Catholic Institute but he already has made appointments in parts of the Diocese, and to break them would cause a great disappointment and inconvenience to both pastors and people. Henni hopes Purcell will not be offended because he cannot come. He says Purcell had given him hopes when he was in Cincinnati that Purcell and Father (Joseph) Berneding would visit Milwaukee.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 May 29
Macé, Clara:
(New Orleans, Louisiana?)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Macé took (Blanc)'s answer to Father (Aloysius) Curioz, (S.J.) this morning. Curioz replied that he would have to see it for himself and that she could not count on the services of one of his priests. She has been to town 9 times about this matter; at last, after (Blanc)'s kind letter, Curioz had consented to send a priest on Thursday and Sunday. When she had announced this good news to parents and pupils, Curioz said it was impossible. She will wait for (Blanc)'s support.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1859 May 29
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(arie):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Martin) received Blanc's letter of the 20th, a week old; he had replied to that of the 18th on his return from Avoyelles. The precedents of Father (Clarence A.) W(al) W(or)th are such as to cause some concern. However, in the face of the wish expressed by Bishop (Michael Portier) who would have known better than they how to judge the qualities of a priest he wanted as his successor, Martin believes he should persist in the opinion expressed in his last letter. As for Father (Gilbert) R(aymon)d: In default of W(al) W(or)th (Martin) would make no objection to presenting him for the see of Mobile. He has piety and theological knowledge. He may lack some things as an administrator but consecration gives special graces. As (Blanc)'s coadjutor, (Martin) thinks it would be a mistake to have R(aymon)d and that it would lead to difficulties and regrets. Why is (Blanc) in such a hurry to lay down his burden? What Bishop is surrounded by so many devoted and capable men and what diocese has grown as (Blanc)'s? That weakening of memory about which (Blanc) complains is common enough in a life continually engaged in doing something. (Martin) asks him to await Divine Providence. He suggests that there may still be time to put a third name on the lists — Father (Charles Menard?) Meynard who he believes would make a worthy bishop.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {6}
1859 May 29
Sourin, S.J., Father Edw(ar)d J.:
Loyola (College)
(Baltimore, Maryland)
to (Robert Seton?):
(Rome, Italy)
As far as Sourin can judge, it is very probable that (George) Weis will end his life in the home which a kind Providence has opened to him. The letter of the Superior encouraged him to hope that they would try to make such arrangements as his age and infirmities may require. The sum mentioned will meet all his wants and hopes. The thought of his reaching the monastery before long consoles him. He promises many prayers for the family whose generosity has done so much for him. Sourin sends a short prayer for a safe journey, (Seton) is to present Sourin's respects to his father and to all the family and his wishes that (Seton) may have an agreeable journey.
II-1-a - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 30
Berthaud, Father F(rancis):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Surprised and saddened by not receiving an answer to his letter, Berthaud thought it best to come himself. He comes not so much to ask to be employed but to explain his past conduct and ask (Blanc)'s advice about his money matters. He writes to advise (Blanc) of his arrival.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {1}
1859 May 30
(Kenrick), Archbishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Kenrick) had heard of Bishop Portier's death from a Canadian clergyman. Blanc is to let (Kenrick) know the sum he paid to the California emigrant and (Kenrick) will reimburse him. A few years ago (Kenrick) paid a receipt of Father E(dward) Purcell; he telegraphed first and waited for an answer before doing so. (Kenrick) hopes Blanc has recovered completely from the effects of his accident last fall.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 30
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
(Bonnet Carré, Louisiana)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mina encloses a draft for one hundred dollars: $69.60 for the Propagation of the Faith; $17.65 for the Holy Infancy; and $2 for the American Seminary at Rome; $4 for a subscription to the Propagateur for Ulger Vicknoir. Rousselon is to notify Father Perché. The $6.75 left is to be kept for the account of the Propagation of the Faith.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1859 May 30
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (James) Giraudon, missionary at Laredo, needs wine. Will (Rousselon) send a barrel via Corpus Christi, care of Mitchell and Company. Mr. Cavaroc is to send the bill of lading to Mitchell. (Odin) will pay for the wine.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1859 May 30
Purcell, Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Purcell knew of Bishop (Michael Portier)'s death before he got (Blanc)'s letter of May 20. (Portier) had told Purcell he wanted Bishop (James Frederick) Wood for his coadjutor before the appointment to Philadelphia. Wood is not happy where he is. He wrote to Rome and Rome answered by referring the affairs of Philadelphia to a Plenary Council; it says to hold on. Purcell thinks Wood would be glad to go to Mobile. The president of Purcell's seminary, Father John Quinlan is the most accomplished ecclesiastic Purcell knows. Purcell's brother, Father (Edward Purcell), would hardly be acceptable to Rome as he refused Pittsburg. Father (Sylvester H.) Rosecrans Purcell reserves for himself. Bishop (John) Barry is struck with paralysis. It is said that Bishop (John Bernard) Fitzpatrick is not "sound on the school question." They are edified by Mr. Voorhes; he presented (Blanc)'s letter. Bishop (Henry Damien) Juncker is doing well at Alton. Purcell had written his opinion of Father Benoit earlier.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {9}
1859 May 30
Wood, James F. Bishop of Philadelphia:
Philad(elphi)a, Pennsylvania
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Wood is convalescing from a recent illness. He wrote to Father (M.) Haly's cousin with whom Haly spent, not five months, but one week and did not say Mass. He was then on his way to Canada. He seems to be altogether unreliable and his cousin, a respectable priest, will vouch for this. Wood was much grieved to hear of Bishop Carter's death. Wood has not said Mass for about ten days and when he does he will remember Carter. Wood does not like his situation in Philadelphia and a removal would be a blessing. Now that the National Council is not to be convened, maybe the Sacred Congregation will decide itself the matter to be determined. Wood is uncertain of the future—he cannot get along with his Senior (Bishop John Neumann) and his debts are piling up. P.S.—Wood says he is partly crippled with what the doctors call rheumatic gout, in his feet.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1859 May 31
Mury, Martin:
St. James Parish, Vacherie (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mury has learned of the death of Father (Ennemond) Dupuy. Dupuy had told him that if he died he would give Mury some of his belongings as Mury had always cared for them during Dupuy's illnesses in Arkansas and Iberville. Mury asks (Blanc) to have pity on him; he has four children.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1859 May 31
Pietri, Father C. de:
Paris, (France)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
New York, (New York)
Here is a modest writing (Les Principes de la Societe au XIXe Siecle) inspired by a strong feeling of moral disgust for humanity and progress and which appeared to be in perfect harmony with (French), and especially (American), religious and social institutions. He wishes to make it known in the new world. He is encouraged because he has read a remarkable article in which Brownson declares that since so many revolutions have occurred in France there remain only three elements: Catholicism, Bonapartism and Democracy.
I-3-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 May 31
(Whipple, I.H.M.), Sister Mary:
(Vienna, Michigan)
to Father (Edward Joos):
(Monroe, Michigan)
Sister Mary acknowledges Joos' letter of this morning. Her conscience forbids her to accept the Bishop's (Peter Paul Lefevere) views. As Mother (Mary) Theresa (Maxis), their Foundress, (of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary) still has authority over her, she cannot recognize two lawful Superiors; she cannot consent to break off all correspondence with those who have formed her to the religious life. This is her conscience and nothing can change it.
III-2-i - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 32mo. - {5}
1859 May 31
(Whipple, C.I.M.), Sister Mary:
Vienna, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Sister Mary received a letter from Father (Edward) Joos this morning asking 3 questions in Lefevere's name. For years she has prayed to be in a religious community and not a society. In the hope that this would happen, she has stayed where she is; now God has heard her prayers and in conscience she must go where things are established on a solid basis which is not the case in Vienna. It is not living but a martyrdom. Having consulted a prudent director, sent by Lefevere, she must go elsewhere to find peace of soul. To the first question she cannot agree with the bishop's view; to the second, knowing Mother (Mary) Theresa (Maxis), their Foundress, has still authority over her, she cannot recognize two Superiors. To the third, she cannot break off correspondence with those who have formed her to the religious life. She assures Lefevere that she is not writing under impulse of the moment, she has given 10 years reflection to the problem. She asks him to permit her to join her own community (of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary) by transferring his rights over her to the Bishop of Philadelphia (John Nepomucene Neumann). If he refuses she will not renew her vows on December 8th.
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