1873 Dec. (?)
Boston, (Massachusetts)
Spread of the devotion of consecration to the Sacred Heart. Fifteen dioceses consecrated.
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1873 Dec.
(New York, New York)
to
The writer urges (the recipient) to read this letter, as there is a chance that he might pick up something. The Archbishop said the consecration of the Archdiocese of New York must take place Dec. 8 (1873), (the recipient) had half of it on Dec. 7. The Pastoral Letter said all should received the Sacraments before the ceremony, but because (the recipient) did not say this none but the writer and his family and six or eight others did. He was commanded to read the Pastoral Letter on two Sundays before Dec. 8. and did so only on one Sunday. He had better beware of his Gallicen friends or they will treat him as they did his predecessor, by publishing an article about him in the Protestant news and calling him a second (Henry) and Beecher, which they considered a great honor. This place is called the "flower of the Hudson". Whatever (the recipient) may think of it, this article is true. (The recipient) also said it was none of his business to find money to educate Catholic children…. (In the James Alphonsus McMaster papers)
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1873 Dec. 1
Henry, M.:
Lancaster, England
to (James Alphonsus McMaster):
New York, New York
He thanks McMaster for the undaunted spirit with which McMaster is battling the godless school system. He praises Father McNamara for the scathing rebuke dealt the Catholic priests who defended that system. He observes that there are some priests who aggrandize rather than promote the spiritual interests of the Church. In his tour through Ireland the past summer he noticed an Irish farmer who had a son a priest in the United States. The priest sent his father money to build a new house, and he believes that all the priest's parish children are in state schools. The old-fashioned Catholics of Ireland worshipped God before humble altars but their descendants have to have fine music to assist at Mass. The Catholic Hierarchy of England with the Venerable Archbishop of Westminister in no uncertain terms oppose secular education. The Liverpool Catholics placed 5 of the 15 candidates at the head of the poll in the last school board election. If McMaster thinks that these ideas have a place in the Journal, he asks McMaster to revise them as they were written in a hurry.
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1873 Dec. 1
Clarke, Father W(illiam) F.:
Balt(imore), (Maryland)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
In one of Brownson's articles, there was a misrepresentation made which Father Clarke attributes to misunderstanding. If Brownson will publish the reply, Father Clarke will correct the proof sheets, if not, the manuscript should be returned. The answer should appear when the attack was made so that the reparation may be coextensive with the injury done. When the article first appeared, Father Clarke wanted to purchase additional copies for use in the convents but being disappointed, he thought it best to guard others against the same. A communication was made to that effect to the Mirror, a copy of which is enclosed. Experience has taught Father Clarke of the convent's need. Instructions are given to those who come into the Church and to those who are in the church but consider themselves ignorant. Some having come into the Church have returned to Episcopalianism because they felt they were not properly instructed. Congratulations are extended for the revival of the Review. P.S. The contents of this letter are to remain private.
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1873 Dec. 1
St. Palais, M(aurice) de,Bishop of Vincennes:
Vincennes, (Indiana)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
de St. Palais learned some time ago that Father (M.) Panzer sent an insulting telegram to Father Schulte before leaving, but he would not have noticed that had not Panzer scandalized the congregation by some pecuniary transactions. Further his conduct in Germany was not edifying. He may explain his pecuniary transactions to others but he can no longer do any good in Indiana. He may do good somewhere else, as there is nothing against his morals. St. Palais intended to consecrate his diocese to the Sacred Heart on the 25th anniversary of his consecration but would do it sooner with the Archbishop and bishops of the province if (Purcell) intended to do what was done in New York.
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1873 Dec. 1
Young, Father N(icholas) R.:
Bellefontaine, Ohio
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
(of Cincinnati, Ohio)
He returned from his home last Wednesday. His family is very grateful to Purcell for his kind felicitations. Archbishop (James R. Bayley) of Baltimore received him most cordially. He asks to say Mass in his house during the winter season, where a room could be set aside and prepared for that purpose. His church is so cold that at times he is alarmed and excited at the possibility of not getting through Mass. His sister will return after the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. That day is the anniversary of their Mother's burial.
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1873 Dec. 2
McGuckin, J. M. Father:
150 Mile Post Office, British Columbia
to James A(lphonsus) McMaster:
New York, New York
He sends a list of subscribers for the first half of the year, and will send the remittance within three or four weeks.
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1873 Dec. 2
Kuhls, Father A.:
(Wyandotte City, Kansas)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster:
(New York, New York)
As McMaster is such a friend of Gallicansim or liberalism, he gives an account that might be of interest to McMaster and other Gallicans. Two years ago some priests of Wisconsin were authorized by the Bishop to read the exorcism over a possessed person. The demon, who called himself "Rabilio" stopped the exorcist by asking the appointed reader what book he had. The exorcist told the demon that it was a ritual of the Holy Catholic Church. The devil laughed and said that it was also something else. One of the attending priests remembers that the ritual had been given by a French priest and had some Gallican parts in it. This ritual was dropped and the Roman ritual substituted, at which the demon left. There are at least 25 witnesses who can take oath on this fact. Gallicans and such liberals who follow their own notions rather than the Roman ritual may find some matters for reflection in this statement.
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1873 Dec. 2
Audran, Father E(rnest):
Jefforsonville, (Indiana)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster:
He thanks McMaster for his kind letter and for the trouble taken to get Audran out of difficulty. Although an affidavit made before the proper U.S. officers in Louisville has been in the hands of Austin, Baldwin and Co., agents for the French Transatlantic Co., for nearly a month, they do not seem to have availed themselves of it. Audran went to the Louisville Custom House and made another affidavit which he sends to McMaster. The merchant's bill giving a detailed statement of the objects contained in the boxes, two sets of Stations of the Cross, one large and one small, with the exception of 45 francs worth of German silverware, is also in the hands of Austin, Baldwin & Co. The contents of the boxes can be verified by opening. It would be better to settle the whole affair in New York, and Mr. McSorley could send the boxes to their proper destinations. The small box is to go to Bishop M(aurice) De St. Palais, of Vincennes, Indiana; the large box to Father John Mougin, New Albany, Indiana. He thanks McMaster once more for his kindness and sends his regards to McMaster's children. P.S. He wrote to Lafond after seeing in the Journal that he was in New York, but of course his action is now unnecessary.
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1873 Dec. 2
Sorin, C.S.C. Father Edward:
Notre Dame, Indiana.
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio.
(Withdrawn to Provincial Archives).
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1873 Dec. 4
Thorpe, Father Thomas P.:
Cleveland, Ohio
to James A(lphonsus) McMaster:
New York, New York
He asks McMaster what became of the subscription list opened some time ago in the Journal for the benefit of the Crusaders. He had desired to give something but was stricken with typhoid fever and he looked in vain while convalescing for mention in the Journal of "St. Michael's Association for the Aid of the Crusades." He is in sympathy with the cause of Don Carlos and his army. He is indignant at the shameful conduct of some wretches calling themselves sons of Ireland at Major Leadly's address in Cork. He thinks that the appeal is being liberally defended but is kept in silence for the sake of prudence. He asks McMaster to give the enclosed ten dollars to the treasurer of the Crusaders, but wishes his name to be withheld. Friend Lamb is doing well but he has not been able to help him much the past few weeks. The annual election of the board will take place in January and as the Liberal Catholics are in the minority he expects little trouble from them. They have assured an Irish National Magazine which is redolent of heresy and bad morals but he predicts a short life for it. He remembers McMaster at Mass and asks McMaster's prayers.
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1873 Dec. 4
St. Palais, M(aurice) de, Bishop of Vincennes:
Vincennes, (Indiana)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
(of Cincinnati, Ohio)
He is glad that Purcell did not receive Father Panzar into the diocese of Cincinnati, since that is too close to the scene of his financial mishaps. He will do better farther off if he can conquer his levity which has been the principal cause of his imprudent doings and difficulties. St. Palais shall willingly unite with Purcell in the dedication of his diocese to the Sacred Heart, if the other Bishops of the province unite with them. He sees no reason for not meeting in Cincinnati, the Metropolitan See, the most central position, and would dislike seeing any other town selected for their meeting.
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1873 Dec. 5
Murray, Hugh:
Catalonia, Spain
to (James Alphonsus McMaster):
New York, New York
His last letter was dated Nov. 26 and since then he has received the first Journal. Since All Souls Day the weather has been fine, but the prolonged delay of the Infante and the statu qou of events have not permitted him to write. He, Treixa, is attached to his staff at Perpignan and is in Paris where diplomatic matters and the better management of the Carlist forces occupy him. As soon as he arrives, Murray will write after having made him acquainted with St. Michael's Association. He did not write to Treixa about it for he knew not his address and he didn't have time. Since the battle of Porreis, the Carlist Zouaves have had no engagement with the enemy. There is no movement from the outside nor is there any movement in Spain. There is an intense Catholic Feeling for them everywhere and if the Almighty wills that they be something. He will bring it about but if they do not correspond they will disband. But Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception or the Sacred Heart of Our Lord will not permit Their banner not to be carried high, yet men must do their duty and the Cross must be felt in the home of the infidels. God will give them the courage that their cause requires. He writes at 4 a.m. of the 6th. as he has been on a drive near Berga since midnight. He obtained some valuable information but found O'Clery unsatisfactory as he would part with no information in regard to some individuals and he never sent the maps or the Crusaders as he was requested. St. Michael's must do the work in the States entirely independent of any British association. Fracy might have written him, for a letter from a priest is always welcome. There is nothing new concerning military matters other than that the Prince has been delayed and this might lead to trouble in his troops and unless there is some communication received from him he will withdraw for a time as matters are far too serious to admit of a more prolonged delay.
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1873 Dec. 6
Catholic Review:
Brooklyn, (New York)
The act of Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Article on (St. Patrick's) Cathedral and the progress in construction.
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1873 Dec. 6
McCloskey, W(illia)m,Bishop of Louisville:
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
McCloskey is just leaving and asks Purcell to affix his signature for him to the form of consecration. He was going to suggest what Purcell has done since he likes to move in good company. Father (George) McCloskey is well and is a great help to him at the seminary. The disorders at the Gethsemani (Franciscan) Sisters grew so rapidly that McCloskey has taken matters into his own hands. It is the strangest corporation he ever heard of with the Abbott (Benedict Berger), the Mother Superior, the monks and nuns mixed up in it. Even the fools, who are so numerous in the neighborhood, see that the Bishop is right.
P.S.—Purcell will let him know if there is any ceremony for the consecration to the Sacred Heart.
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(1873 Dec. 6)
The Pilot:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
Clipping from the Pilot on the ceremonies of the dedication of a convent of St. Joseph and the Cathedral in Hartford, (Connecticut). (In Papers of Bishop Francis P. McFarland).
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1873 Dec. 6
Vattmann, Father Edward:
Dungannon, Ohio
to James (Alphonsus) McMaster:
New York, New York
Although not a subscriber to the Journal, he reads it with interest. He encourages McMaster to continue in the work against godless schools. During the month of November, he remembered Mrs. McMaster in his prayers. It is his opinion that it is a scandalous state of affairs where priests contradict one another. He encountered many difficulties in starting a Catholic school but McMaster assisted him in overcoming them. The children in his parish shall pray for McMaster and his children. He wishes his name to be kept private.
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1873 Dec. 6
Williams, John J.,Bishop of Boston:
Boston, (massachusetts)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
At a meeting of the Executive Committee of Bishops of the American College in Rome, held in New York Nov. 26, Williams was requested to inform Purcell that in future all students sent to the college and who are not on burses, must pay $350 annually.
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1873 Dec. 6
Sestini, (Father) B.:
Woodstock, (Maryland)
to (Orestes A. Brownson):
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Two pamphlets are sent to Brownson by Fr. Sestini which if found suited for the time he asks to be recommended to the readers by Brownson.
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1873 Dec. 7
Dwenger, Joseph,Bishop of Fort Wayne:
F(or)t Wayne, (Indiana)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Dwenger acknowledges Purcell's letter of Dec. 5 and will gladly join in the consecration of their dioceses to the Sacred Heart. He will sign the document and have it ready the day Purcell suggests, but asks that it be sent soon. Bishop (Sylvester H.) Rosecrans has received the ex-Jesuit Father F. Albert. Father H. (Preisser) Praessar can tell Purcell about him. Dwenger wrote to Rosecrans and received an astonishing letter from Father (J. B.) Hemsteger. He fears for the diocese of Columbus when such men are admitted. There is no news.
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1873 Dec. 7
Fitzgerald, Edward,Bishop of Little Rock:
Little Rock, Arkansas
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
A priest named Father John M. Ryan whom Purcell met at Fitzgerald's consecration in Columbus has been with Fitzgerald for 4 or 5 weeks. He is the one who filed the $25,000 suit against Bishop (Thomas) Foley in Chicago. He has lately at Fitzgerald's suggestion withdrawn the suit and is willing to make reparations for the scandal. Ryan offered his life as a physician freely during the fever epidemics at Memphis (Tennessee). At the end of the epidemic he came to Fitzgerald, who knew him since 1866, seeking restoration to his priestly office. He is a graduate of Maynooth, but his friends say he was easily led away by bad companions— as happened in Chicago. Since coming to Little Rock he has made a retreat. Father (James) Edlen, O.P. says that Ryan seldom missed daily Mass when he was in Memphis. Fitzgerald thinks him at bottom good. He has no place for him in Little Rock and thought Purcell could find a place for him in the seminary or with another priest. He speaks French and Spanish and is gentlemanly in appearance, and will make good if given a trial.
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1873 Dec. 7
(Tenney), Sarah (M.) Brownson:
Elizabeth, (New Jersey)
to Henry (F. Brownson):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Sarah was quite distressed when Minnie told her Henry's wedding cake had disappeared before Henry could get it. Sarah and the Judge (William J. Tenney) returned Tuesday afternoon and heard immediately that (Brownson) had not allowed George to take away the furniture. She and the judge went down that evening, and Brownson talked all ways until in despair she asked him what he wanted. He said: "I want my own way that the Judge and Sarah should live there and Brownson board with them, but that he would not have his own way forced upon him. He has Dolly, Minnie and Mina and keeps Minnie though Sarah has no girl and so much work to do. He has had a hundred plans but is now contented with Dolly, who is to have $15 a month, and a washerwoman once a week. He wanted Mrs. Smith and intended to give up his sleeping room to her and have his bed and library all in one. It made Sarah so angry that she told him he had put his only daughter and his last child out of her husband's house in order to have his own way and was now bringing a woman in his house to rule him with an iron rod. He has now given up the idea of having her and thinks Minnie will do. Sarah does not know what to make of Brownson. He tells all kind of contradictory stories and tries to make trouble between the judge and herself. He told the judge that Sarah remarked she would have no home to come to if she could not come back to Brownson. When Sarah denied this, Brownson affirmed it, but the judge knows better than to believe him. They are pleasantly situated here. As they expected to live at the other house the judge made no preparation for Sarah here, but took great pains with the other house, but they are quite settled now and for the first time in her life she is at peace and happy. She thanks Mr. and Mrs. Philip Van Dyke for their magnificent presence. They stayed all the time in New Haven. It was a splendid hotel. The judge graduated at Yale and knows the city perfectly. The judge sends Henry his regards and thanks him for coming on. Jessie (Tenney) also sends regards.
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1873 Dec. 8
Fitzgerald, Edward,Bishop of Little Rock:
Little Rock, Arkansas
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
(of Cincinnati, Ohio)
He wrote to Purcell yesterday on behalf of another, and now he writes on his own behalf. He is most unhappy, as there is nothing for him to do and no prospects for the future. He has tried writing and travel to divert his mind, but to no avail. He is never free from fretting and fears at times his mind will give way. He is useless to others and to himself and as a result of not having anything to do he finds in himself a growing dislike to making exertions of any kind. Before, he has been able to shake off the petty annoyances to which all are subjected, but for nearly a year he has been overwhelmed with despondency and gloom. The State is not improving. Of the 14 chapels built since his coming. 10 are without congregations. Little Rock has three priests and not 300 adult members. It is feared that there will be actual want and privation the coming summer because the cotton crop has been too poor for the negroes even to pick. As a result the farmer has no money. Things may change, however, but no present prospects are bright or encouraging. Still, they have reason to be thankful that they are not subjected to what others are, as is poor plague stricken Memphis, for instance. Notwithstanding, he finds it impossible to throw off this depression under which he labors. He asks Purcell to help him with his advice and encouragement and if he knows anything reprehensible in him, asks that he be frank.
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1873 Dec. 9
Caillet, Father L:
St. Paul, (Minnesota)
to Ja(me)s A(lphonsus) McMaster:
New York, (New York)
He sends $6.00 for his subscription and for Father A Hurley's. Hurley's paper should be sent to St. Mary's Church in St. Paul. He thanks McMaster for his articles on Catholic schools. Coming at a time when Caillet was discouraged because of lack of teachers, means and of good will, McMaster's articles have confirmed Caillet in his convictions. He promises his prayers for McMaster's continued success.
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1873 Dec. 9
Lutton, Am.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop N(apoleon) J(oseph) Perché:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A bill for two statues: Our Lady of Lourdes and Bernadette, $307.74. Paid, Dec. 10, 1873.
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1873 Dec. 9,
Murray, Hugh:
Auia, (Spain)
to Ja(me)s A(lphonsus) McMaster:
New York, (New York)
The previous evening they received 160 uniforms from Rome. Yesterday the feast was celebrated by the entire Pontifical army and all of those from the campaign of Mentana. The Battalion and escort went to communion at Solemn High Mass while the clergy and choristers of Berga sang. The day is memorable in military annals for it was on this feast that the Papal Briefs on knighthood were given and the brevets of the campaign. (pages 3 and 4 are missing as confirmed by the printed letter on p. 1 of the Freeman's Journal of Jan. 10, 1874) The enemy made a sortie from Berga on the upper bank of the Llabregat. Our troops advanced to meet the front guard which was 2 miles above Berga. The fort opened shell fire on us but we fired upon the advance guard and in a half hour the enemy rapidly fell back all the way to the fortress, having lost an officer and several men in the engagement. If it had not have been necessary to be sparing with our an unition we could have followed up our advantage. Our forces were 200 men while those of the enemy comprised 600 men. The object of the sortie was to obtain provisions but they paid very dearly for the 4 mules laden with potatoes and 2 laden with green fodder. We had insufficient forces to prevent them from entering the heights we already possessed. The Papal Zouaves are now fully organized in Holland, often by the same men who organized them in Rome. Wills leaves tomorrow to receive 4 recruits who are expected every day. There has been no recruiting news from Ireland, but a slow campaign may be a sure one. Don Alfonso has not returned yet. He has gone into Germany and Austria to visit his mother but should be back at least by January 12. In a fortnight the whole batallion will be uniformed. He asks McMaster to remember him to Major Reily and the men of St. Michael's Society.
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1873 Dec. 9
New York Herald
(New York, New York)
Consecration of the Archdiocese of New York to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: Impressive ceremonies in the Catholic Churches. The feast of the Immaculate Conception united to the devotion of Paray-le-Monial. The solemn prayer of consecration.
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1873 Dec. 9
St. Palais, Maurice de, Bishop of Vincennes:
Vincennes, (Indiana)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
(of Cincinnati, Ohio)
He received a copy of the act of consecration and subscribes to it but would like to suggest the suppression of a sentence. Paragraph 4 "in these United States it is said nor do we need the." Would it not be better to suppress that and substitute "but in every Catholic." He would like to have 140 copies sent to him immediately.
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1873 Dec. 9
Tobbe, A(ugustin) M., Bishop of Covington:
Covington, K(entuck)y
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
(of Cincinnati, Ohio)
He congratulates Purcell on the circular letter he wrote for the Bishops of the Province. He subscribes to it in entirety and is proud to append his name to it. Although he is a youngster who knows nothing, he suggests a verbal change or two. The first is in the sentence "In these United States…: would it not be better to include"… where, however by the mercy of God, the Church has made …?" His other criticism is a mistake of the type setter where the word "and" is inserted before "are now idly gaping into broken cisterns." He may be all wrong in his criticisms and must plead to excuse his impudence. He would like to see Purcell tomorrow, but has to go in the country some twenty miles and will not be back until Friday night. He will come, though, on Saturday morning to get some instructions from Purcell in regard to their great solemnity.
P.S.—In haste, it is after midnight.
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1873 Dec. 10
Mrak, Ignatius, Bishop Of Marquette:
Marquette, (Michigan)
to (Archbishop) J(ohn) (Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, O(hio)
He was thinking that something ought to be done and is glad that Purcell is starting it. He gives his full consent to it.
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1873 Dec. 10
Perché, Napoleon Joseph, Archbishop of:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Sister Richardine Anstaett, C.D.P.:
Perché owes Sister Richardine of the Divine Providence, in the world Stephanie Anstaett, 1000 francs loaned to Father Joseph Anstaett on September 15, 1872.
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1873 Dec. 11
Certe, Adolphe:
Paris, France
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Certe acknowledges the receipt of 4,063 francs for the work of Propagation of the faith which Purcell sent Nov. 25, 1873. They wish to express the deepest regret that this unpleasant mess has been caused by some unknown person. They hope that the sum offered by Purcell will be properly recorded to his credit at the headquarters of the Association of the Propagation in Lyons. They wish to express their sincere gratitude to Purcell for his goodness toward the great work which has needs of the bishops if they are to fulfill the tasks imposed on them by Providence.
P.S.—His first name is Adolphe.
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1873 Dec. 12
Giesen, C.SS.V. Father H.:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
to (James Alphonsus McMaster):
New York, New York
He is writing in his shirt sleeves. Since he left New York, he, Father (L) Dold and Fauvre have given missions in Cairo, Paducah, Fancy Farm and Columbus. Next Sunday he begins a French mission in New Orleans and on the 26th of January he will lecture for the Sisters of Mercy in that city. From there he will proceed to Texas. He asks McMaster to follow him with his prayers. He asks McMaster why a reply by one of the fathers to Balderini's letter has not been published, as it was already been published in the L'Univers. He is of the opinion that McMaster is not well informed on the Cuban affair. Captain (Joseph) Fry made his first communion with him at the age of 42; although he was baptized a Catholic he was raised a Presbyterian. Fry's exertions were instrumental in helping to have 19 protestants and one Jew baptized. Although the papers say much about collections for his wife, as yet she has not received anything. Bosaine who betrayed Maximilian will be shot also. Louisiana is ruined financialy, taxes are exhorbitantly high, and many are on the bread line. In the city the carpet-baggers and scallawags buy real estate for the taxes with money stolen from the public treasury. A new house was opened at Chatawa with Father Alexander as Master of Novices. He asks McMaster for a donation at Christmas to aid in supporting the novitiate. He is not sure of the happenings in Cuba. The Archbishop of Santiago is reported to be excommunicated by the Pope. McMaster is requested to say a good word for the "Life of St. Alphonsus," as well as to send a picture of himself and the girls. He advises the northern people not to come South, as there is no work, but a few may make a living by hard work on small farms.
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1873 Dec. 15
Desgorge, Father Adie:
Lyon, (France)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
On Dec. 5 Desgorge wrote to Purcell concerning the $130 which Purcell advanced to a young man who claimed to be his nephew. Since that he has spoken to his sister who insists that Purcell be reimbursed since the debts was incurred in their name. For the future Purcell is not to lend the person any thing whether he be his nephew or not. He described his nephew as a man of 28 or 30 years, nearly six feet tall and well built. They have refused him money for fear that he would contract new debts and set out for America. He suggests that Purcell give him a lecture rather than money. He wishes Purcell a happy new year and blessings as archbishop of Cincinnati. (The letter heading is from the Diocesan missionaries, and Maison des Chartreux.
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1873 Dec. 15
Dwenger, Joseph, Bishop of:
Fort Wayne, (Indiana)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio)
Dwenger sends his will (no enclosure); Purcell is to keep it in his archives. Dwenger learns from the Bishop of Vincennes that Purcell intends to assemble the Bishops of the province for the consecration on New Year's day. If it is Purcell's desire Dwenger will be there. He hopes Father (James F.) Callaghan will soon send copies of the Pastoral to send to his priests.
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1873 Dec. 16
Little Gussie:
to (James Alphonsus McMaster):
New York, New York
He sends twenty five cents for the Holy Father. It was given him by a young man to be given to his favored charity.
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1873 Dec. 16
Martin, Conrad, Bishop of:
Paderborn, (Germany)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Great distress has come upon the Church in Germany as a result of the fierce persecution, this despite the pains and sufferings of Catholics in the recent war to defend their country. However, (Perché) has rendered him a very remarkable service by his approbation of an institution in which Martin has taken so much interest. Its noble end is to increase the faith and devotion towards the Holy Sacrament of the altar. Its efforts are principally directed towards young ladies. He hopes that Pope Pius IX will soon decorate the association with the title and rights of an archconfraternity.
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1873 Dec. 16
Perché, N(apoleon) J(oseph), Archbishop of:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (E.) Rousse:
St. James, (Louisia)na
He was disappointed not to meet Rousse at Donaldsonville on December 1. He saw (Amand) Bourgeois but gave him no definite reply. He told Bourgeois that he would demand no more than that the church belong to the diocese. It is not bad for the inhabitants to be deprived temporarily of the church. If they had acted with more energy from the beginning things would have been more easy to arrange. On this subject Rousse should see (F.P.) Poché, the attorney, not the one who was a trustee but the one who lives at St. Michael. He has always opposed Father (Eleazar) Vignonet. Perché saw Poché on December 2 and discovered that the affair is much more complicated than he had supposed. Rousse should see Poché and follow his advice. Perché does not want to have any dealings whatsoever with Vignonet. Bourgeois had suggested Perché rent the church until it could be bought but this could be done only if the rental money were employed for the urgent repairs needed on church.
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1873 Dec. 19
Loughran, E. J.:
Washington, D. C.
to (James Alphonsus McMaster):
New York, New York
He sent McMaster an article on the fraud committed by the Baptists on the Ottawa Indians of Kansas, accompanied by official documents. He tried to show that the administration of Indian affairs under the present system is a farce. Under a separate enclosure, he sends the Congressional Record, in which Sen. Bogy has expressed his views, and which may be a help to McMaster if he publishes the article.
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1873 Dec. 19
Brownson, Anna:
North Cambridge, Mass(achusetts)
to Orestes A. Brownson:
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Anna did not write until after Sarah (Brownson) was married. Anna wants something to do in which she will be independent. There was nothing in Boston. She applied to the Treasury Department and has been accepted but is now waiting for an examination. If she is successful the period intervening would be long. Hence, Anna is asking her grandfather if he will help her to obtain an appointment. Anna believes he can because of his connections with the members of Congress. Such would be an act of charity. It is hard for Anna to get any money even an allowance. Her father would give her money but is afraid Anna will give it to the Church. After 15 years of this kind of living Anna is tired and worn out with it. Anna believes herself capable of doing the work required of her if successful in her application. In case Brownson writes to Anna, she gives instructions where to send the letters.
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1873 Dec. 20
Colette, Sister M(ary):
London, (England)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Sr. Colette is sending part of the story by Reverend Mother (Mary Magdelene Taylor, S.M.G.)
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1873 Dec. 20
Perché, N(apoleon) J(oseph), Archbishop of:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (E.) Rousse:
St. James, (Louisia)na
Rousse's letter has just arrived. Most of the questions in it are answered by Perché's letter of the 16th which Rousse has probably just received. When he saw (Amand) Bourgeois he gave him no definite or final answer regarding his proposition. Perché thought that Rousse's actual position was preferable but not knowing if it were tenable, he asked Rousse for his opinion. He is glad that Rousse agrees. Nothing is settled yet in regard to the church. The parishioners are doing what they should have done at the start by attacking the sale of the church in February, 1870, by Father (Eleazar) Vignonet. This would greatly simplify matters. In any event, as Rousse's present position is more advantageous for religion, he urges him to retain it until further notice.
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1873 Dec. 21
Borgess, C(aspar) H., Bishop of Detroit:
Detroit, (Michigan)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
He is delighted to accept Purcell's invitation of Dec. 17 and hopes it will be possible for all the bishops of the Province to be present at the consecration of the Province to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. He extends to Purcell the compliments of the season.
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1873 Dec. 23
Hemenway, (Abby Maria):
Burlington, V(ermon)t
to Orestes A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The writer does not desire Brownson to review the poetical Life of St. Joseph unless he gives the pros and cons of the work. The reason for the letter was, the writer would like to know if Brownson had reviewed the work; if he had, the writer would like to see it. Brownson never gives a prejudicial notice like the Catholic World has. Many Bishops have spoken ill of the book for no just cause. Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell has praised it. The publisher's debt is paid but the writer as yet has to see one-half of the printed volumes. The writer would like to have the name of the town in Vermont where Brownson was born, also an autobiographical sketch to be placed with others of Brownson's town. The first two volumes of a 3 volume work were sent to Brownson, the covers may not match. The writer would like Brownson to send "Gal(l)itzin" by (Sarah Brownson) for her library. Brownson is not to review the histories because there are too many imperfections necessitated from the difficulty in gathering material. She did not mean to inflict Brownson with two sheets. From his former writings and criticisms, Miss Hemenway did not like Brownson. But later writings have caused her to change. She would like to comment on "Revelation" as it appeared in Vol. 1 of the new series. The introduction was liked word for word as well as the article on the Papacy and the Republic. She has felt the lack of meekness in the Brownson writings. She expresses her likes and dislikes for different points. The same holds true for some of the books mentioned.
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1873 Dec. 23
Seton, Elizabeth:
Bozen, Tyron
to (Orestes A. Brownson):
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Elizabeth Seton was greatly pleased to hear of Sarah's (Brownson) marriage and wishes her every happiness there is. However, she does not know whether to congratulate Brownson or feel for him. Seton thinks Brownson is glad though, and his Christmas will be a joyous one. The Setons miss the Christmas spirit for they miss the goodly numbers of loved faces. The weather is ideal, everyday the sun shines and the fields are green. The good health of Brownson was conveyed by a letter from Mr. Sands. The Review gives them may pleasures. The Setons hope Brownson will continue his writings.
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1873 Dec. 24
Mc Closkey, W(illiam George) Bishop of:
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
It will give Mc Closkey great pleasure to be with Purcell on New Year's Day and an additional pleasure to meet so many confreres. The Slevin children are back from Brown County bringing news of friends there. Mc Closkey did not know that Dutton had returned. Mc Closkey sends regards to Father Edward.
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1873 Dec. 24
Rapier, Tho(ma)s G.:
New Orleans, La.
to (James Alphonsus McMaster):
New York, New York
He sends McMaster $10 for the Holy Father which he wishes would be forwarded when McMaster sends the Pope another gift. He asks that nothing of this letter be mentioned in the Journal but that he may know of its receipt by a letter from McMaster.
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1873 Dec. 26
Bresland, John:
New York, New York
to (James Alphonsus McMaster):
New York, New York
He asks McMaster's advocay in the cause of total abstinance. As there are strong efforts by both the clergy and the laity to stop intemperance, he thinks the assistance of the Catholic press would make the movement more effective. A short time ago a temperance meeting took place at the Cooper Institute where Rev. Dr. (Edward) McGlynn delivered a lecture. Such meetings were proposed to be held at stated periods and he hopes that the Journal will lend a helping hand in mentioning such meetings. He believes, that since the cause of total abstinance is laid upon the teachings of the Catholic Church, it cannot and will not go backwards. Its aim is to elevate Catholic character and it is an opportunity for Catholics to show the grandness of their religion. He hopes that McMaster will publish something in regard to the cause in the Journal and he leaves the rest to McMaster's judgment. He wishes the Journal success and McMaster a happy New Year.
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1873 Dec. 26
(McCloskey), John, Archbishop of New York:
New York, (New York)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
He apologizes for not having answered Purcell sooner concerning Gen(eral) Ewing and the proposed Catholic Bureau in Washington. On the occasion of the meeting of the committee on the affairs of the American College, Rome, the written expose of affairs from Father (Silas M.) Chatard was considered and the question of the Catholic Bureau for the protection of the interests of the Catholic Indian Missions in the West was informally discussed. This had veen presented to them by Father (J.B.A.) Brouillet, who informed them that $4000 annually was needed for salaries, expenses, etc. They agreed to cooperate with other Archbishops and Bishops to secure this sum and Archbishop (James R. Bayley) of Baltimore was authorized to assure Brouillet that he might count upon the cooperation of the party. No apportionment was agreed upon, as other Archbishops had not yet been heard from. He has transmitted Purcell's letter to Bayley from whom Purcell will no doubt hear further. He wishes Purcell a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
P.S.—Kindest regards and greetings to Father Edward (Purcell).
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1873 Dec. 27
Rapier, Tho(ma)s G.:
New Orleans, La.
to J(ames) A(lphonsus) McMaster:
New York, New York
The Journal which just reached him contained an article about Capt. (Joseph) Fry. He thinks that it is correct on the whole but there is one error which must hurt Mrs. Fry's sensibilities. Fry's mother was a good Catholic as were all her Children. Fry's mother died when he was eight years old. He was raised among Protestant relatives in New York, from whence he went to the Naval Academy. He turned to commercial life but he was unable to succeed and as he was unable to secure employment his family suffered much. He went to New York and took command of the Virginian, knowing that he ran the risk of being captured and imprisoned, but expecting the U. S. government to protect him. Raperi does not expect to have this letter published. If McMaster desires any information concerning him, Major Jack Keiley will give him a recommendation since he is an old time friend of Rapier.
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1873 Dec. 29
F(rancis) Xavier, Sister St., Superior:
Havre, (France)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
Although the Sister remembers Purcell constantly, she takes the occasion to wish him a happy New Year and to ask God that he be spared for his flock and that he receive an abundance of God's blessings. She asks that Purcell seek for their community of Ursulines of Havre, some good fervent subjects since they have a fine house but they need workers. She speaks of the afflictions of the Church in Italy, Germany, and Switzerland. France, if she were free, would do something about this. She hopes that God will free this eldest daughter of the Church for this work.
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1873 Dec. 30
Dahlgren, Madeleine Vinton:
Washington, D.C.
to Orestes (A.) Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
A postal money order to the amount of $5 is enclosed for subscription for 1874. Best wishes are extended to Brownson from his godchildren. Congratulations are given upon the marriage of Sarah(O.A. Brownson's daughter). She was sorry she could not attend. A work is sent to Brownson which is entitled "Etiquette". Joan Dahlgren will send Brownson her "South Sea Sketches" which will first appear in the Capital. Her translation of M. De Chambrun's able work has been kept back because of the financial panic. A copy will be sent to Brownson. Dahlgren hopes to see Brownson at Washington sometime during the winter. A pleasant letter was received from Mrs. Terry.
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1873 Dec. 30
(Bayley), J(ames), Archbishop of Baltimore:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Since almost every diocese in the country has been dedicated to the Sacred Heart, it has been suggested that they should request to have it made a Festival with an octave. It would make little difference in the Office, as there is a Duplex Feast every day within it, and all that would be required would be the Office for the day of the Octave, a copy which he encloses. Archbishop (John McCloskey) of New York is in favor of it and he would appreciate Purcell's opinion on the matter. He has been requested by Cardinal Barnabo to call a meeting of the Bishops of the United States to decide in regard to the creation of the new Metropolitan sees. This would be almost impossible and not necessary. McCloskey and Bishop (James F.) Wood (of Philadelphia) suggest that the Archbishops of New York, Cincinnati and St. Louis and Baltimore, together with the Bishops of Boston, Philadelphia, Milwaukee, and Chicago should meet either at St. Louis or Cincinnati some time next spring and settle the matter definitely. He is in favor of Cincinnati, but will not call any meeting until he has Purcell's judgment on the matter and his consent. He finds his position here a trying one, since his health is not as good as it was. The Diocese is slow and needs a young, active Bishop. He is constantly receiving letters from Rome and all over the world as if he had supreme jurisdiction in this country. He is glad that Purcell is still hearty and strong and prays he is preserved for many years. He sends remembrances to Father (Edward Purcell).
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1873 Dec. 31
Lemonnier, C.S.C., Father A(ugustus) president of Notre Dame:
Notre Dame, Indiana
to James F. Edwards:
(Toledo, Ohio)
He thanks Edwards for the splendid surplice he sent him for Christmas. He sends his best wishes for the New Year to Edwards' parents.
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1873 Dec. 31
Mackey, (Father) D. M. Seminaire de St. Sulpice:
(Paris, France)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
No special time is required as to the Catalogue. Those actually in the dioceses are to be mentioned. Issy is still the same old Issy. Philosophy is still taught there; there are about 100 students. He misses the moutain exercise. He imagined Purcell would have hard work to coax Father Hayes from the place. It has many charms, but they are not appreciated until one is deprived of them. There was quite a stir about Bazaine here for a few days. Father (Hamon) Hannon's health is still well, although he is looking quite old. He says Mass every day and occasionally sings Solemn Mass and preaches. He is glad St. Patrick's priests are doing so well. Purcell's seminary must number about 175, most of them theologians. In the ordinations about 125 received orders, and 25 were ordained priests. Americans coming to France should bring their passports. The weather is delightful. All of the students are well and send Purcell their kindest regards. Christmas is very quiet around here. The Roman charge is too dear. It is not every one who can pay for himself there, if they continue to charge $354 per annum.
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