1881 Mar.
Fidelis, C.S.C., Brother:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
to Father (Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
His zeal for the success of the Ave Maria impels him to lay before (Sorin) a few facts which might be considered as the causes of its not succeeding better. He gives several examples, such as wrong names and addresses of the subscribers, illegible addresses, and the like, which cause many subscribers never to receive their copies and to discontinue their subscriptions. Since he and the Editor (Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.) are not on the best of terms, he hopes Sorin will shield him from any trouble in the matter.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 3 pp. - 4to. - {2}
1881 Mar. 1
O'Meara, K(athleen):
Paris, (France)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Indiana
She thanks Hudson for his letter with enclosure and asks his blessing for Lent, which is about to begin.
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1881 Mar. 1
Welch, S.J., (Father) E H:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
to (Father) Daniel (E. Hudson, C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He is ashamed that he waited so long before thanking Hudson for his notes and the Ave Marias. He presumes they will not see Hudson there this year or he would have come before this. He hopes Sister M. of Ascension has had no further trouble with Miss Flynn. He sent for her once and she promised she would make no further demands on the convent, but he afterwards learned that she wrote a letter threatening legal proceedings. Therefore, he judged it was useless for him to see her again. Their present superior, Father (Jeremiah) O'Connor, (S.J.), left with Father (Bernard) (A.) Maguire, (S.J.) on February 1 to give a mission in S(an) Francisco. Father (Robert) Fulton is now at St. Lawrence's Church, N(ew) Y(ork). Father (Alph.) Charlier is still there. They have made many improvements in the church but he hopes Hudson will see them for himself before long.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2 pp. - 12mo. - {7}
(1881) Mar. 2
Hendrick, (Father) Joseph W.:
Rushville, N(ew) Y(ork)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Indiana
He was referred to Hudson by H(enry F.) Brownson, and he asks that a copy of the Index to Brownson's Review be sent to him. He needs the Oct., 1847, Jan., 1863, April, 1862, issues to complete his set. Can Hudson furnish them?
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1881 Mar. 2
Howard, T(imothy) E.:
South Bend, Ind(iana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
He thanks Hudson for the Table of Contents of Brownson's Review. It is a graceful tribute to one of the greatest writers.
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1881 Mar. 2
O'Hare (Sp.), (Father) Patrick F.:
Brooklyn, (New York)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He encloses post-office order for two years' subscription for "Ave Maria". He longs to see Hudson in Brooklyn once more.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 2
Steiger,:
E & Co.
New York, (New York)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
Receipt for payment of $6.25 for 1 Annales Catholiques for the year 1881 and 1 L'Encyclopedia Ecclesiastique for the year 1881, ordered from Paris.
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1881 Mar. 3
E(gan), M(aurice) F(rancis):
(New York, New York)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He heard that Hudson's note pleased Johnson immensely. Egan is sick and disgusted with the prejudices that bind Catholic writers like chains. It is kind of Hudson to heed his suggestions about "Preludes". P.S. He has no unkind feeling against Mr. (Eliot) Ryder. He took up the Emerson allusion only to keep it from being commented on by another in a way that might injure Notre Dame. Mr. Ryder has exceeding talents but his taste is often incorrect.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1881 Mar. 3
Home for Destitute Catholic Children
Boston, (Massachusetts)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
They ask Hudson to print in the Ave Maria for 3 months an ad for good Catholic families to adopt boys from 3 to 11 years old.
X-2-g - A.L. Unsigned - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 3
Mc Keown, H.C:
St. Catherine's Ontario
to Henry F. Brownson:
(Detroit, (Michigan)
McKeown as a reader and student of Orestes Brownson's works, inquires about the plans, scope and nature of the forthcoming compilation of the works of Brownson, and asks for a copy of the index to the Review. He writes because he can obtain no information here and is extremely interested in Brownson.
III-3-a - A. L. S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 3
Miller, Fred(erick):
South Bend, Ind(iana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He thanks Hudson for the foreign stamps he sent for his collection. He hopes it has not been too much trouble and that he will be able to repay Hudson some day. P.S. He lists the number and kinds of stamps he has now.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 3
Otis, Elmer:
Fort Lincoln, D(akota) T(erritory)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He writes for the cord of St. Francis. The priest there has obtained the faculties for conferring it. He has corresponded with Father (William) Corby about making Notre Dame the permanent residence for himself and his family. If he comes he will have the happiness of placing himself under the spiritual direction of Hudson.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1881 Mar. 3
Van Laar, O.M.I., Rev. G. J(oseph):
Lowell, Mass(achusetts)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
They read in the N. Y. Freeman's Journal that Hudson had prepared a general Index to Brownson's Review. Hudson should send them an Index and some missing nos. they need which he lists. They are to be sent to Father J McGrath, O.M.I., Lowell, Mass(achusetts).
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 4
Onahan, W(illis)m J:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Many of his editorial friends on the Catholic press are acknowledging Hudson's work in indexing Brownson's Review. He asks that a copy of the Index be sent to him. He does not have a set of the old Review. He sent what odd numbers he possessed to the University of Notre Dame. If the Index is for sale he asks that a copy be sent to the Chicago Public Library, or they will give him an exchange for it.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1881 Mar. 4
Vagnier, (C.S.C., Father) Tho(ma)s:
Leo, Indiana
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He has been trying to get them some subscriptions but the people there are slow and poor and not much given to reading, but he expects to get a few anyway. He would have written to Father (William) Corby when he received the last circular but thought it best not.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 5
Ascension, (C.S.C.) Sister M(ary) of:
Notre Dame, (Indiana)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
She thanks Hudson for the enclosed. Miss Flynn wrote an impolite letter to the Father General a few days ago, but she said she had withdrawn her claim at the request of her mother.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 5
Benziger Brothers:
New York, (New York)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
He thanks Hudson for his favor of the 1st in which he offers them the manuscript of a prayerbook for boys and young men. They might accept the offer if Hudson could order at least 500 copies of the book for his students at about ½ the retail price. These special books are often without success unless pushed by the parties who originated them.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 5
Browne M(ary):
Dublin, (Ireland)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
She thanks Hudson for his letter. As to the MS., she leaves it all to him whether it should be published or not. She confesses she could scarcely believe her eyes and let the others speak first. In this way she knew they had all seen the same manifestations. She is sending an account given to the the correspondent of an English Catholic Paper. She also sends an account of the departure of the Carmelite Fathers for the Mission in Australia. P.S. She wishes they had something like the Ave Maria there instead of the abominable trash that their young people devour.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 16mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 5
Frowherz, Jos(eph):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Leray is requested to attend a board meeting of the New Orleans Catholic Publication Co(mpany).
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1881 Mar. 6
Burns and Oates:
London, (England)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Indiana
They have tried without success to procure the indices to the 1st and 2nd Series of the Dublin Review. Would Hudson care to advertise for them in the Bookseller & Publisher's Circular? The cost would be some 8 or 10 shillings. Mr. Hennesy sends his regards.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 6
Canedo, M(argarita) J.:
Goshen, (Indiana)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Hudson's letter of the 3rd was received too late for reply the same day. On Thursday he will receive another installment of the life of Pere Jogues and one each week thereafter, if possible, till finished.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 7
Elder, Bishop W(illia)m Henry:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Father (Francis) Janssens has a private letter from Cardinal (John) Simeoni saying his bulls for Natchez will be sent as soon as possible. He wants to be consecrated by Archbishop (James) Gibbons and consults Elder about the place. Elder thought of New Orleans but sees two difficulties: Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché) might feel hurt at it being done there by Gibbons, and the expenses since the interests of religion demand that no additional burden be put in the way of his saving the credit of the diocese. Before giving Janssens an answer he wanted to consult Leray. Gibbons prefers Baltimore.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {6}
1881 Mar. 7
Emery, Susan L.:
Dorchester, Mass(achusetts)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She thanks Hudson for the two dollars received and will try to get something for the Youth Department. Nothing of what she just sent him was original. Most of them were from Eugenie de Guerin and "Christian Schools and Scholars". P.S. Will Hudson hand the enclosed to Mr. (Eliot) Ryder?
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 7
McMahon, Eliza J.:
New York, N(ew) Y(ork)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She is gratified to know that the little work she was instrumental in giving to the public is so highly esteemed by Hudson. She encloses a year's subscription for the Ave Maria.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 16mo. - {1}
(18)81 Mar. 8
Borias, Father Antoine:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Borias affirms that the honor of the priesthood and the good of souls decided him on the grave accusation which he made only after consulting his director and much prayer. Moreover, the result appears providential as the grace of God has touched the heart of this colleague who acknowledges his guilt. He reminds (Perché) of his desire for a country parish for reasons of health. He would be happy to cede Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, a good parish where he has paid all the church debt, to Father (Celestin M.) Frain, a holy priest who is dying of boredom. If (Perché) does not give Frain a parish, he does not have much chance of getting one from Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray since he is not in the latter's good graces. Having first learned that Father (M.) Forges has left Breaux Bridge and does not wish to return, he believes he could do well there. He has been told there are many well-disposed Negroes there who would be good Christians if the priest occupied himself.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {7}
1881 Mar. 8
Boursetty, J(ules) de:
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Boursetty has received (Perché's) letter of Jan(uary) 19 and they are happy to hear that everything is going as he wishes. He has frequent conversations with Cardinal (Louis) Jacobini, the Secretary of State. The matter with which he is concerned and which is in response to the wishes of Pope Leo XIII was definitely settled last Feb(ruary) 4. (Perché) along with all the bishops will receive an official communication about it. Boursetty has been spending all his time between the Vatican and the Osservatore, which they are going to absolutely transform. The Universal telegraphic agency will be functioning soon. He asks (Perché) to indicate someone at New Orleans who would correspond with them. Leo XIII is not popular; the attitude of the nuncio at Paris (Archbishop Valdimir Czacki) is very misleading and as it is supposed that he is acting according to the Pope's instructions, the latter's unpopularity increases. Bishop (Charles Emile Freppel) of Angers, the Univers, the Civilisation and others are on the index at the nunciature and at the Vatican. (Paul de?) Cassagnac in a remarkable article of Feb(ruary) 25 indicts all those opportunistic gentlemen who pay for their violet cassocks with betrayals. Poor (Bishop Jacques Edmund) Bellot des Minières is very badly treated, but he merits it, for his pastoral letter is incomprehensible. It concludes with a eulogy of all those who have taken measures against the congregations. The nuncio does not know the French character and is completely mistaken about the sentiments of the Catholics. Political measures in the region taken from Italy appear to be adroit, but the situation is very dangerous in the area where Boursetty lives. Father (Louis) Millériot died at 82 years of age. He was really a saint. Someone will certainly write his biography. Everyone asks about (Perché) including (Marquis) Baviesa, who is now General of the Noble Guard, and the Pope himself has sought information on his health and his trip. There are great changes in the personnel at the Vatican. Boursetty believes that Cardinal (Lorenzo) Nino, presently prefect of apostolic palaces, will be named president of the Congregation of the Concilio, and that Archbishop (Alessandro) Sanminiatelli (Zabarella) will go to Pisa as Archbishop and be replaced by Monsignor (Gabriele) Boccali, the pope's secretary and the man with the most influence at present. The Holy Father will hold chapel several times each year at the Sistine which has not been done since 1870. Finally, great preparations are being made for the Canonization of Benedict Labre. It is hoped that (Perché) will be there in his position as assistant to the throne. (Paul Emile) Théard's matter would have been settled already if Théard had not written to Boursetty to suspend all steps. The "master singer" whose letter (Perché) sent to Boursetty will get nothing for his trouble. Boursetty will soon have an opportunity to see the Archbishop and inform him about it. The question of Father (Hippolyte) Leneuf is the order of the day at the congregation; the inquiries are excellent, but from New Orleans there come many foolish machinations. Perché asks about Father (Hyacinthe Claude) Mignot; the total and the details are all in Perché's possession.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 8pp. - 12mo. - {20}
1881 Mar. 8
Gentille, Father J(oseph):
Shreveport, (Louisiana)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Had Gentille been aware of what Leray's letter of the 3rd purports, he would not have troubled him with two letters, but he imagined that the charges of St. Sulpice were $300 to $400 yearly. Imagining (Willie Colgan) a fit subject for the ministry, he did not hesitate to write to other parties and from the (Jesuits) of Grand Coteau he received the moderate terms submitted to Leray. Leray's letter settles the whole affair.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1881 Mar. 8
Houck, (Father) G(eorge) F.:
Cleveland, O(hio)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He thanks Hudson for sending the "Index to Brownson". He does not have the Review but hopes to get such portion of it as Henry Brownson intends publishing. He will ask Dr. (P.F.) Quigley if the Seminary received copies of the Index. Revs. (Charles V.) Chevreaux and (John) O'Connor will acknowledge receipt of their copies. He hopes Hudson is fully recovered from his illness.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 8
Onahan, W(illiam) J.:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
He thanks Hudson for the two copies of the Index, which came yesterday. The library will send their acknowledgment. This is an expression of his own appreciation for Hudson's courtesy. If at any time he can be of service to Hudson or to Notre Dame, Hudson should command him to do so.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 8
Otis, Elmer:
Fort Lincoln, D(akota) T(erritory)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He has just received Hudson's letter with manuscript. He does not think it advisable to publish the manuscript because it would not do any good and might bring upon Hudson and the Church the enmity of the Masons. He was a very high Mason before he became a Catholic and never heard of a case such as the one described in the manuscript, which he comments upon. Let the Church work openly in its condemnation of Masonry without mentioning special cases like the enclosed. He has not written much of late. His health is improved and he will not require a sick leave. He hopes to make his home at N(otre) D(ame) before long.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 8
Sheppard, Rev. J(ohn) A.:
Newark, N(ew) J(ersey)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Indiana
He sent Hudson a copy of the "Sacred Heart Union". It is published in the interests of the Catholic Protectory at Denville, N(ew) J(ersey), for the protection of homeless and destitute children. Hudson should read it and give it a notice worthy of its object.
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1881 Mar. 8
Van Gennip, Father John:
Cheboygan, (Wisconsin)
to H(enry) F. Brownson:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Van Gennip has received Brownson's letter including $200 from J. O'Connor of Wayne and expresses his thanks. He will extend the time for O'Connor's paying his debts, if he keeps on paying and if Brownson approves. He does not want his temporal disadvantage but neither may be deprive the poor of their dues. He wishes Brownson God's choicest blessings, temporal and spiritual.
III-3-a - A. L. S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}
1881 Mar. 9
Poole, W.:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
The Board of Directors of the Chicago Public Library has received the General Index to Brownson's Review, for which they send grateful acknowledgment.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 9
Prestat, E:
Reading, P(ennsylvani)a
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
The translation sent was not intended for the Ave Maria but as an answer to a wish expressed in the Ave Maria to find someone able to put the Petites Lectures in good English, to be published in a book. The young man who translated the part sent to Hudson thought he intended to publish the book after its translation.
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1881 Mar. 9
Reynolds, Margaret G. H.:
Boston Heights, (Massachusetts)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Hudson's letter of encouragement has given her much pleasure. She had often asked Our Lady to raise up another "Young Crusader", which was also for the young and edited by Rev. William Byrne. Hudson might write to Father Byrne about her because her attempts at literature were favorably looked upon by him and he often encouraged her to persevere. She encloses an old number in which appears a story of hers under the initials M.G.H.R. That was many years ago and she should be able to write something better by this time. She will begin this evening. Although she should fail to suit the Ave Maria she will always be grateful for the prompt way it reached out to help her.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}
(1881) Mar. 10
Cherubim, (C.S.C.), Sister M.:
Notre Dame, (Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Mother Superior asks if Hudson could run off a few hundred copies of a prayer to St. Joseph on his hand press. St. Mary's Novitiate has also expressed a desire for them.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 10
Grant, Marian:
Belleville, (Illinois)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Hudson's letter of Dec.18 reached her safely. She is thankful for the beautiful Agnus Dei and is wearing it on her scapulars. When she goes to Montreal or Toronto this spring she will have a photograph taken and send it to Hudson. They are having Forty Hours Devotion now. Their priest, Father (P) Farrelly, is making great preparations to give their new Bishop, Dr. Clearly, of Ireland, a grand reception on his arrival here. Will Hudson kindly say four Masses for her? She sends four intentions.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 10
Immaculate Conception, (M.S.C.), Sister Mary of the Academy of the Holy Angels
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Sister Mary of Sainte Albine, (M.S.C.), directress of their house on rue Hospital, has informed her of what Leray expects of them concerning the property what Leray expects of them concerning the property situated on that same street where their Academy of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart and St. Mary's parochial school are located. They are willing to make the repairs, but they ask him for written assurance that he will leave to (the Congregation of the Sisters Marianites of the Holy Cross) the peaceful enjoyment of the property.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1881 Mar. 10
Leray, Francis X(avier), Coadj(utor) of:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Mother Mary of the Immaculate Conception, (M.S.C.):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Yesterday Leray received a command from Judge (F.A.) Monroe to appear before the court. It was endorsed by (Alfred) Grima and sent, he supposes, at his suggestion, representing the Orphan Girls' Asylum of the Immaculate Conception. She should answer whether it is so or not.
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1881 Mar. 10
Mary of the Immaculate Conception, (M.S.C.), Sister
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
In reply to his letter she tells him in writing what she told him verbally at the episcopal palace. Grima about a month ago asked her if she wished a share of a sum of money left by (patrick) Irwin for the orphans. She replied affirmatively.
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1881 Mar. 10
Norris, Joseph W. S.:
Bay City, (Michigan)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He celebrates the first day of his Novena to St. Joseph by sending Hudson a sonnet in his honor for the Ave Maria. He has been negligent in acknowledging Hudson's kind note and the copy of the N.D. Scholastic Annual. His only excuse is that his semi-blindness continues. He has been recommended to foreign physicians but they would undoubtedly relieve him of every cent he has and the remnant of sight. He is losing faith in science but he is in a humorous vein. It is wonderful how fasting and prayer will cheer up despondent spirits. He is usually happy and his only trouble is that he is not busy all the time. He is grateful that he has not lost a day from his position. He often thinks of Hudson and other dear friends. (Maurice Francis) Egan wrote him lately and he rejoiced when he joined (James A.) McMaster. P.S. A call from their mutual friend, Father (H.J.H) Schutjes was productive of a good deal of sparring in a quiet way. Hudson's name was frequently mentioned.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1881 Mar. 10
Smith, Sara T.:
Binwood, P(ennsylvani)a
to Father D(aniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
She thanks Hudson for his enclosure of March 3. Her want of money is so pressing that she sets a high value even on $3.00. After March 25 she and her mother will move to Phila(delphia). She rejoices in the near vicinity of churches and the benefit of the Sacraments, from which she is practically excluded now.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 10
Steiger, E. & Co.:
New York, (New York)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
In compliance with Hudson's request they are sending by today's mail some catalogues and Azarias, "On Thinking". For which globe does he desire an iron base?
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 10
Vagnier, (C.S.C.), (Father) Tho(ma)s:
Leo, Ind(iana)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He received Hudson's card the other day, and couldn't resist sending him the enclosed copy of quarterly Statistics which Brother Edward sent him. He doesn't think Hudson can resist its laugh-pro-voking power.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1881 Mar. 11
Emery, S(usan) L.:
Dorchester, Mass(achusetts)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
Some of the quotations she sent were from "An Old World as Seen by Young Eyes". Has Hudson ever read the book? It is published by the C.P.S. and is very interesting. She might have sent more extracts but hesitated lest they should not be fresh enough.
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1881 Mar. 11
L(loyd), G(eorge) E.:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
Hudson's order for wood cut was sent to J. Manz & Co., and a fine cut will cost about $15.00. If he does not want so fine a cut, it might be cheaper. What shall he do?
X-2-g - A. Postcard S. - - 32mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 11
Van Dyke, (Father) Ernest:
Detroit, Mich(igan)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
It has been some time since he wrote to Hudson. Why didn't Hudson send him an account of the pearl's marriage with the oyster? He was surprised to find in one of (Eliot) Ryder's poems in the Ave Maria an allusion to Father (William) Corby's "Mellow Wine". Will Hudson speak there Easter? Capt. Slicer often speaks of Hudson.
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1881 March 12
Banenez, Angelo:
Rome, Italy
to James Alphonsus McMaster:
(New York, New York)
To answer a general desire expressed by Pope Leo XII, the director of the Osservatore Romano takes the initiative to form a powerful organization from which they hope the most happy result. The most important interest of this organization consists in the creation of a telegraphic agency at the service of the Catholic press in the world. Up to this day the monoply of all telegraphic systems belongs to their adversaries; the Catholic newspapers are everywhere tributary to agencies notoriously hostile to the Church. Such agencies are also very poorly informed on those things concerning Rome and the Holy See. These agencies take a pleasure in naturalizing not only the most legitimate of the Faith, but also, the intentions and the words of the Pope and of the Bishops. Consequently, they want to stop a situation so prejudicial to the interests of the Church. Established on solid foundations, with necessary funds and powerful friends, this telegraphic agency would be Universal and would be assured of the help of good correspondants all over the world. Its seat is in Rome in the offices of the Osservatore Romano, and in Paris. Other places will be open in Vienna, Brussels, Berlin and in all important towns of the continent. The working of all these offices will begin as soon as 5,000,000 francs capital will be subscribed. But the Rome agency will be soon ready to work and they will publish a list of the different tariffs. The purpose of this letter is to make known the legality of the agency and to ask for collaboration and encouragment. An answer is asked from everybody.
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(18)81 Mar. 12
Borias, Father Antoine:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Today it appears that Perché's nominations were inspired. Borias feels energetic enough to undertake the construction of a second church. If it is not too late he accepts the post of (Vermillionville, parish of) Lafayette.
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1881 Mar. 12
Drapeau, Stanislas:
Ottawa, (Canada)
to New Orleans, Louisiana)
should send by return mail the price of his subscription to the Album des Familles for 1880, $2.00. By adding the subscription for 1881 he will receive the "Chemin de la Croix".
VI-3-c - Printed Circular - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 13
Perché, Célina:
Haute Follis, Laval, (France)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The approach of his feast affords her the opportunity to renew the wishes she expressed at New Year. She hopes that he will accept them from his little niece who cherishes him very respectfully. They hope that he will visit them once again.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {1}
1881 Mar. 13
Presentazione and Purificazione, (C.S.C.), Sister M. della
(Holy Cross, Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Many thanks for "Meditations on the Way of the Cross" given them last Tuesday. They are glad Hudson still has their spiritual interest at heart. They have read and re-read the book Hudson sent last spring and each time it seems new. They recommend four intentions to his prayers. Oliver received Holy Communion this morning.
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1881 Mar. 14
Egan, Maurice F(rancis):
(Brooklyn, New York)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Egan submits an article for the Ave Maria. (Eliot Ryder needs criticism to bring out his best. (Patrick V.) Hickey has a new undertaking; he is indignant at Egan's treatment of the Irish question in the New York Freeman's-Journal. He hopes to visit Notre Dame soon. On finishing notes for his articles Egan intends to call on Father (Patrick) O'Hare.
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1881 Mar. 14
Phelan, Geo(rge) F.:
N(ew) Y(ork), (New York)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
If Hudson will make some notice of this book or give the enclosed a corner in the Ave Maria, it would be appreciated. Book will be forwarded as soon as out.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 15
(Hill), C.P., (Father) Edmund:
providence, R(hode) I(sland)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
He meant to send the enclosed sonnet sooner but has been busy with a mission. He did not see the Ave Maria with his last contribution; it must have reached Louisville the day he left. He has done only two of the station sonnets. If he cannot finish them for this Lent, they must keep. He will be here until Sunday, then on to Quincey, Mass(achusetts) for a two weeks' vacation. He was pleased by Mr. Eliot Ryder's invitation, but his superior would not approve of his having any a secular poems. On the opposite page he sends some intentions to be commended. (This page has been torn off.)
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1881 Mar. 15
Jenkins, (Father) T(homas) J.:
Hardinsburg, K(entuck)y
to Father (Daniel S.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Yesterday he sent a MS. entitled, "Lady Day", but fears he is too late again. He just returned from an exhausting trip to Union Co. and hastily wrote it up for Monday's mail. It is unsatisfactory even to him because of the haste with which it was written. Regarding "Christian Counsel", there is matter left in original for about 12 such articles as Hudson has published. He will leave the title of the German story he is translating as it is in the original - "Marienkind" - because the English translation is not as appropriate. Hudson should tell him how and when he wants this MS. sent. He is going to write it as a thanksgiving for favors received from Out Lady. He lectured in the Church of Assumption, Evansville, (Indiana), on March 8 and was most kindly received by Father (Eugene F.) McBarron. He spoke on "The Long and Short of American Protestantism", and points out some of the highlights of his paper. He is going to offer it to the Quarterly Review after revising it. He encloses a paper entitled "Contemplations on Divine Love by an Idiot" and asks if Hudson can use similar articles to fill in unfinished columns in the Ave Maria.
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(1881) Mar. 15
O'Meara, Kathleen:
(Ireland)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Indiana)
The letter Hudson alluded to must have miscarried. She received his of Feb. 17 two days ago. She is amazed at the printers not being able to read her friend's letter. She has never had complaints from publishers or printers about it before and hopes that they have found someone to decipher it by this time. Her friend has taken great pains with a ms. which she subjoins. It is a story which is as yet undivulged and which would be nice for the Ave. She protests against Hudson's hit at the printer's perversity in the matter of French words and names. She knows her writing is very careless andyet she finds that they very seldom make a mistake in her prose. She is glad Hudson liked P. Besson. She has just received a very fine life of St. Genevieve.
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1881 Mar. 15
Reynes, Father (E.):
Moreauville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
The carpenters are busy putting up the frame of the church. Everything succeeds despite the opposition of his parishioners. He has engaged some negro hands and is well satisfied, but he feels that Leray's presence is necessary and would give great assistance. He has never met with such an indifferent congregation.
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1881 Mar. 15
Starr, E(liza) A(llen):
(Chicago, Illinois)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Hudson's kind letter giving such a generous subscription would have been answered but for the press of proofreading, which is her first duty now. The work is going on splendidly and she hopes to meet her expenses. No order has been so generous as the Holy Cross. They all cry out for cheap premiums. God helps an author who has His glory at heart, but why do not others see this. She asks Hudson to pray that her niece, Mary Starr, has a safe voyage to France (and in the end to heaven) as she is now on the high seas.
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1881 Mar. 16
Anderson, Robert:
Circleville, (Ohio)
to (James F. Edwards):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He has been under the hands of a dentist who is straightening his teeth. He will try to get a favor in the eating line from Father (John) O'K(eefe, C.S.C., prefect of discipline) as he could not masticate the common food of Notre Dame. He is thankful that Edwards thought of saving a position in the library for him. He misses his studies.
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1881 Mar. 16
Eastman, Angela:
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She writes at her mother's request to say she received Hudson's letter some days ago. Her mother would have written sooner but she has been too sick and troubled. Richie's death occurred Saturday morning after a short illness which she describes. Mrs. Mohun has been ill also. She asks for Hudson's prayers because it seems God's will that they not only carry the cross but be nailed to it.
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1881 Mar. 16
Hayes, (Father) W(illiam) F. Ch(urch of the) Holy Family,:
Col(umbus, Ohio)
to J(ames) F. Edwards:
Notre Dame, Indiana
He shipped the books ordered this morning. They are all classic works and will be quite an addition to the library. He will look for Father (John A.) Zahm, (C.S.C.) about Easter.
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1881 Mar. 16
Howe, Frances R.:
(Chesterton, Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
The copy of Miriam arrived in due time. They were glad to see Father Aegidius (Hennemann, O.S.B.) properly honored and valued. It pained them to hear the unkind remarks made whenever his name was mentioned. It was said that he came to America because he was rebelling against his superiors. She is writing to ask Hudson three questions. First, where can she get the collection called "Puzzles and Oddities" by M.A.A.D. and what is the price? Second, is Father General at Notre Dame at present? How long will he remain or when will he return? She wishes to send him something. Third, could Father General furnish her with a letter of introduction to Archbishop (Patrick A.) Feehan the next time she goes to Chicago? She prefers to be introduced to him from her own diocese. Her mother is almost as usual.
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1881 Mar. 16
Lloyd, Geo(rge) E.:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to (Father) D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
Hudson's letter of March 15 and copies of forms were received. He describes their folder. It does not provide for the cover or inset sheets though it would cost more money. They should get together some day next week to discuss the matter.
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1881 Mar. 17
Canedo, M(argarita) J.:
Goshen, Ind(iana)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Yesterday she sent 29 MS. Pages of the Memoirs of Father (Isaac) Jogues. She has the same amount on hand, translated, but not yet revised and copied. These annals of what the servants of God have suffered are the most inspiring kind of devotional reading. She has obtained access to some other works of reference on these missions and together with what she has she will be able to present quite a biography. They intend to break up their household and since she does not know where she will be a month from now she will devote every hour possible to this work. Hudson can pay her for each article as he receives it. (A poem, entitled "Ave Maria", is written on the last page.)
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1881 Mar. 17
(Starr, Eliza Allen):
Chicago, Illinois
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
She came across an article on the church history of Santa Pudenziana with a description of the Via dell' Angle Custode and the "Piano". It also tells about St. Peter's altar. Would Hudson like it for the Children's Department for the 19th of May?
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1881 Mar. 18
Dallas, A(lexander) I.:
Fort Duncan, Texas
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Hudson's kind letter was duly received. In the last number of the Ave Maria he noticed a quotation from a Protestant contemporary, in which injustices of the government to its military services is noted, and the end of "Raphael". Hudson deserves congratulations for the last because it was a beautiful story, though it was very long. They are indebted for the Protestant quotation to the Catholic "Visitor" of Richmond, V(irgini)a, which is doing good work under Father (John J. ) Keane. The recent election of (James A.) Garfield has made him feel gloomy. Aside from the fact that he is a democrat he sees no prospect for justice to the Army in the matter of chaplains. The tendency of the Republican party is anti-Catholic. He speaks of politics and the Church in the future. Once the school question is in the hands of the general government an open attack will be made on religious education. He encloses the first annual report of a society he may have told Hudson about. D Havard has not yet gotten rid of the French idiom so his report does not read as fluently as it should. Could Hudson make an extract for the Ave Maria? He has raised $275 for the church they are building. It is dreary work among the Mexicans and he cannot blame Father (A) Heyburn, (S.J.) for changing his residence to Bracket(t)sville, (Texas) and making (Fort Duncan, Texas) a mission once a month. Is he on the free list for a bound volume of the Ave Maria? He hears regularly from the girls. He speaks of Marie's curriculum and of Elise's difficulties in trying to be good. The children will be very disappointed if he does not come on this summer and he will leave no stone unturned to make the journey.
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1881 Mar. 18
Gonellaz, Father H(yacinth):
Lafayette, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Gonellaz was happy to learn that he has been named pastor of Breaux Bridge and that Father (Antoine) Borias is to succeed him at Vermillionville. Although the parish owes him $2,000, he is inclined to act generously. He abandons the capital and interest, but in case sickness or accident renders him incapable he requires that the diocese and his successor be responsible for him for that amount. Done between Borias and Gonellaz in the presence of Father L(ouis) J. Chabrier and Father J(oseph) Roduit, S.J.
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1881 Mar. 19
Cavailhez, Mrs. Caroline, née Cavé:
Bordeaux, (France)
to Father (Gustave A. Rouxel) Kerel:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She asks (Rouxel) to remind Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph) Perché of his promise to try to obtain from her husband (Baptiste) Cavailhez, who is domiciled at New Orleans, 30,000 francs belonging to her, which he has kept for himself. If nothing can be gotten, she asks him to turn the matter over to the French consul.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {4}
1881 Mar. 19
Ascension, (C.S.C.), Sister M(ary) of:
Notre Dame, (Indiana)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
She asks pardon for not thanking Hudson before for the flower seeds he sent. Sr. M. Misericorde planted them yesterday in boxes. She also sends thanks for the printing of the thirty day's prayer to St. Joseph. Enclosed is a copy of Feuilles d'or, which the author L'Abbe Pegre asked her to disseminate. Perhaps Hudson would publish an extract in the Ave. Maria.
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1881 Mar. 19
Chauvin, Father J. E.:
Mansura, L(ouisian)a
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chauvin has just learned through a letter from France that his father is disabled and that his sister, a widow with a young child, is having a difficult time. Believing it his duty to come to their aid, he wonders if Leray would like to acquire for the diocese the ten acres of land adjoining the church which he bought with his own money. The land with the improvements cost him nearly $1000. P.S. He does not ask for all that he paid.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1881 Mar. 19
Cummiskey, Eugene:
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
The names of five volumes, the net cost and the postage are listed. They have but one set of each and should Hudson want them he should order without delay.
X-2-g - A.L.(unsigned) - 1p - 16mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 19
Kirchner, Adelaide R.:
Saint Mary's, (Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She encloses $25.00 for masses to be said for Mother M. Annunciata, (C.S.C.).They request that these Masses be said by Hudson at the Priviliged Altar on the days appointed. If these days are in convenient, please let them know on what days they will be said. When offering the Mass for their teacher, Hudson should make a memento for the graduating class of 1881.
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1881 Mar. 19
Sayet, Mrs.:
Roanne, (France)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
For twelve years her son, Father J(ulius) Sayet, has been a missionary in Texas at Medina. He has had many troubles but it was only this year that she learned that he was unable to say Mass for want of wine. She sent him 100 f(rancs) and a friend sent him 100 f(rancs) to say Masses. The money was confided to Father (Alexandre) Marchand who was embarking with Bishop Claude Marie Dubuis, C.M.. She has learned by her son's last letter of February 14 that he has not received the money, and Sister Aimée de Jésus of the Convent on Rue Bayou writes that Marchand had gone to see her in November. For three months he has had her son's money. He should send it to him care of Father (John Claude Neraz) Teyron or Neyron of San Antonio. This is the first and also the last money that she will be able to send her son.
VI-3-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {6}
1881 Mar. 20
Kain, Bishop John J.:
Wheeling, W(est) V(irgini)a
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
The Sisters of the Visitation of Mt. de Chantal request that the enclosed tribute to the memory of their oldest member be inserted in the Ave Maria. He will defray any charge for the insertion and asks that twenty copies of the number containing the article be mailed to him.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 20
Louage, C.S.C., Father A(ugustus):
(Montreal, Canada)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
Yesterday he performed the ceremony for the Religious Profession of Ernest St. Arnaud, Joseph Selva, (Brother Alfred), and J.C.S. Thompson, (Brother Eugene). The ceremony took place in St. Laurent's chapel. He hopes Hudson will visit Cote des Neiges. P.S. He missed the Ave Maria several times.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {4}
1881 Mar. 21
E(gan), M(aurice) F.:
(New York, New York)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He is pleased with Mr. (Eliot) Ryder's criticism, but he was shocked that his preface was considered egotistical. No news about Newark yet. Johnson sends his regards. Note at top: Gilder is a delightful fellow. Hudson has no idea how much good he could do in a week to all there.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 1.p. - 16mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 21
Kehoe, L(awrence):
New York, (New York)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He is not prepared to do anything just now in regard to the MS. of P Bork, but he has not forgotten it. For the last six years he has been working out of a rut and trying to see light and pay expenses. As soon as they are able to pay a dividend he can do many things. He is now working on a great working for schools. If it is a success, they can cease with schoolbooks for a while and do something else. If Hudson can get the MS. of P. Bork published, he should do so. (Note on the back: He does not announce new school books now, because others would rush out an inferior book ahead of them, and it is not always the truth that takes with Catholic people.)
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 21
Lloyd, Geo(rge) E.:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
He has found a pressman for $12.00 per week. When does Hudson want him to come to work? He will be down to see Hudson on the 24th, and has sent a wood cut and electrotype.
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1881 Mar. 21
Otis, Elmer:
Fort Lincoln, D(akota) T(erritory)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He received Hudson's letter and card. He has no book which contains the Psalm "Exaudiat" and presumes it is in the Manual of the third order of St. Francis. He will be indebted to Hudson if he will send this manual to him. He lost most of the water of Lourdes by freezing last winter and the priest there desires some more. He shall receive the cord on the Eve of the Annunciation, when he hopes to regain his baptismal innocence. Hudson should pray for him on this occasion. How much does he owe Hudson? His health has nearly regained its normal condition. His visit to Notre Dame will be postponed for a short time.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 16mo. - {1}
(1881) Mar. 22
Dorsey, Nellie:
Washington, D. C.
to Father D(aniel) J. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Indiana)
She was delayed in acknowledging Hudson's letter and enclosure. Never were money and kind words more welcome. She is forwarding more mss. for Hudson to look over and see if they are worth purchasing. She is meeting now and then with a success that makes Hudson's words of last fall seem a little nearer to realization.
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1881 Mar. 22
French, S J.:
Houghton, Mich(igan)
to (Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He has been ill and confined to the house since before Lent. Hudson's hope of coming there next summer gives them much joy. He has seen Father (Ed) Jacker several times since he last wrote, and heard him lecture on Indian Antiquities. He is a good friend of Father (J) W. Kelly, who also takes the "Catholic World," and they have agreed to interchange books and magazines. It will not be necessary for Hudson to send it any longer. Father Kelly has also been ill a great deal this winter. Mrs. French joins him in the invitation to be their guest when Hudson comes in the summer. P.S. He sends thanks for the offer of books, but it is too strenuous for him to hold anything but magazines.
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1881 Mar. 22
Hamilton, Father W(illia)m John:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to (Archbishop Napoleon Joseph Perché?:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Hamilton announces that the Sisters of the Visitation Monastery have a number of first class embroiderers which enables them to make vestments at a reasonable cost. He recommends their work to the clergy. Bishop John Quinlan endorses the recommendation.
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1881 Mar. 22
Meany, M(ary) L.:
Philad(elphi)a, P(ennsylvani)a
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
A tedious spell of sickness has prevented her answering Hudson's letter, which came just as she was taken ill. She hopes the pieces she sent were in time. This illness also prevented her from seeing Brother Ferdinand. She was glad to hear from Hudson's letter that he had spoken with Miss (Eliza Allen) Starr about the Order. It is seven years since she wrote to Miss Starr from Nicetown about it. Bishop (James F.) Wood was disappointed by her answer for he had spoken highly of her. With the kind of friends she has she should use her great talents for Out Lady's service in a permanent way. She is sorry to bother Hudson with her troubles but wants to explain some things that look strange. The last time she saw the Lazarist Father who had been her director before the subject of a new Order came up he told her not to abandon the project as she then wished to do for it came in the way of her making a living and the lukewarmness of the clergy gave her no hope of its ever being started. If God wished her to give it up He would remove the thought of it from her mind. Yet another Father had induced him six years ago to advise her to leave Nicetown and come to her sister's house in order that she might banish this delusion. This, she learned after she left her sister's house in December, was the cause of all she suffered those years in 6th St. and of her sister's estrangement from her. Hudson's prediction that Our Lady is but trying her a little often comforts her.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1881 Mar. 22
Seymour, M(ary) A(lice):
(New York, New York)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Hudson's envelope with $5.00 came as a surprise. Is it possible that he has already received the "Eastertide" which she sent two days ago? Somehow, from somewhere, help always comes when needed. She asks Hudson's advice on a matter that perplexes her—what she is bound to return to her erstwhile fiancee who recently announced his engagement to another lady from Cincinnati. He had accepted two of her MS. for the C W this summer.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 8pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 23
Canedo, M(argarita) J.:
Goshen, (Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, (Indiana)
She is sending 30 pages of ms. She did not mean to infer that she wanted to be paid twice for the same article. She thought she had sent two articles since she received any money. One was an installment of "Father Jogues" and the other an article for the Children's Department. Does Hudson have on file the Nos. for 1879 of the Review of which she encloses the heading of the cover? In it is the commencement of a tale for youth, "Le treizieme fils de Jean-Pierre" by Charles Buet, which she wishes to translate for Hudson. Because of her mother's long illness they are in great need of money.
X-2-g - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1881 Mar. 23
Starr, E(liza) A(llen):
(Chicago, Illinois)
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (CSC):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Miss Starr was very pleased with the notice in the Ave Maria on "The Lamb." The notice was sent to Mr. Piet immediately for insertion in his circular. She will write to Father General (Edward Sorin) and Father Corby tomorrow. On the 25th she is to read a paper before the Chicago Fortnightly, all Protestants, on St. Benedict. She asks for remembrance in Hudson's prayers for special reasons.
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1881 March 23
Tighe, (Father) D(ennis) A.:
Hyde Park, (Illinois)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
It seems Hudson has forgotten Hyde Park existed, and he hopes he will redeem himself by visiting them at Easter.
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1881 Mar. 23
Treacy, James J.:
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He is enclosing a poem by the Rev. William P. Treacy, S.J., for publication in the Ave Maria. He asks that it be published without his full name.
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1881 March 23
Vagnier, (C.S.C., Father) Tho(ma)s:
Leo, Indiana
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
What is going on at N(otre) D(ame)? Father J Toohey is back from Dearborn, Father J(oseph) Shea is going to N O, Father F Franciscus is Master of Novices. Who replaces Father Toohey in the Black Hills, and where is Father P Condon allotted? Could the Ave afford to advertise a turning lathe or scroll saw if he could get some firm to give him the machines? He has a fancy for such work and could make some useful things. He sends kind wishes to M. Annunciata on her feast day. He inquires about a wedding announced in the South Bend papers. P.S. What is the complexion of the Presbytery now?
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1881 March 24
(Egan), M(aurice) F.:
Brooklyn, N(ew) Y(ork)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
He will be happy to do Miss Donnelly's book. He has considered Hudson's suggestion about type. If their friend would put all his force into improving the paper it would be better.
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1881 March 24
fitzgerald, M(arcella) A.:
Gilroy, Cal(ifornia)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She asks that the accompanying tribute to our Lady of Sorrows be placed in the Children's Department of the Ave Maria, if it is considered worthy.
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1881 Mar. 24
Ryan, (Bishop) P(atrick) J.:
St. Louis, M(iss)o(uri)
to Father Dan(iel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, (Indiana)
He received the "General Index to Brownson's Review" and asks that the first 8 volumes of the Review be sent to him C.O.D.
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(18)81 Mar. 25
Boursetty, J(ules) de:
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He did not wish to send the enclosed (no enclosure) letter without a few greetings from himself and their friends in Rome. He does not have any news but hopes to find some at Paris where he will remain for Easter. (Perché) knows of the divisions among the Catholics in France and the polemics raised by the attitude of the nuncio (Archbishop Vladimir Czacki). Everyone (at the Vatican) is profoundly afflicted. Cardinal (John) Simeoni has asked him to send (Perché) his greetings in particular.
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1881 Mar. 25
Frain, Father C(elestine) M(arie:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Frain, as pastor of the Church of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans and on the declaration of his predecessor, Father A(ntoine) Borias, that the sum of $780.95 belonging to various societies has been spent for the debts of the church, accepts this debt and consents to pay it as soon as possible. Approved: Archbishop N(apoleon) J(oseph) Perché.
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1881 Mar. 25
Moffitt, Tho(ma)s V.:
Nauvoo, Ill(inois)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
He sends some thoughts which he has written for the love of the Immaculate Mother. God has sent a deep affliction in the death of his mother. If it is published he asks that his name not be mentioned.
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1881 March 25
Reynolds, M:
Boston Highlands, (Massachusetts)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She has finished her little tale for the Ave Maria and hopes it will please Hudson.
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1881 Mar. 25
V(agnier, C.S.C.), (Father) T(homas):
Leo, (Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
He describes a lotion of German green soap in alcohol that he got at Eliel's drug store in S(outh) B(end). He finds "Frank Siddals Soap" excellent and thinks Hudson would like it. How soon does Hudson expect to see him? The Rose Ferrucci came yesterday.
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1881 Mar. 26
Canedo, M(argarita) J.:
Goshen, (Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.):
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
She sent 30 pages of MS. two days ago. If Hudson received it will he please send the money for it.
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1881 Mar. 26
Hutchison, W(illiam J.M.):
London, (England)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He thanks Hudson for his kind letter promising to read and make corrections on Dr. Bruno's book "Catholic Belief." The third edition is nearly sold out and he expects to hear from Dr. Bruno that he is preparing the fourth edition. Therefore, he asks Hudson not to delay in making the book more suited to the uneducated classes as well as the more refined. The misfortune about the book seems to be the too friendly way in which it has been noticed. The object is to instruct both Catholic and Protestant. They are glad to hear of Hudson's improved health. He has the joy of having a son a Benedictine priest at St. Peter's, Liverpool and another son, John Mary Pius, at school at St. Basil's, Hampstead, who are both well. He asks to be included in the petitioners for the May Ave Maria that he may recover his health and the use of his legs. He is sending a copy of Catholic Progress for March and a prayer on St. Francis. P.S. They remember the many kindnesses of Bishop (Francis S.) Chatard in Rome and beg his blessing when Hudson meets him. They also remember with pleasure the happy hours passed in Rome with (Eliza Allen) Starr. There are few such friends as she. He asks Hudson to save used American stamps for his little son, John Mary Pius, to be used for a collection he is making at school.
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1881 Mar. 26
O'Brien, Celtic:
Co. Clare, Ireland
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He sends a short tale which may be suitable for the Ave. He writes for the "Irish Monthly" and the "Weekly Freeman," and his stories reappear in England and American papers. Father Mussell would give him a letter of introduction but he does not believe strong hearted editors are influenced by such.
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1881 Mar. 27
Edes, Ella B:
Rome, (Italy)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
Hudson's note of January 15 was received only a few days ago; she imagines it was among the mail of the "Batavia". She has procured the promised "Faculties" and the photo of St. Thomas, etc. Those of St. Aloysius and St. F(rancis) de Sales are not good; the one of St. Thomas is pronounced the best extant. Father Carberry, Socius of the General of the Dominicans said the original was in their possession; she thinks the real original belongs to Cardinal Bartolini. Hudson said he had faculties for giving the Cord of St. Thomas and of St. Francis; she has not yet discovered who gives the cord of St. Joseph. She will inquire of the Augustinians about "the Cinctures". She enumerates the articles she has sent in. What does Hudson think of the Ireland agitation? The letters of the Bishop of Cashel are remarkable. The Bishop of Salford brought one and begged her to translate it and have it inserted in some of the Roman journals, not the "Aurora" which is a miserable paper. There is a rumor that Bishop (Patrick Francis) Morap of Ossory was questioned (?) about a telegram relative to a meeting of the Irish Episcopate to protest against the Papal Nuncio to be sent to England. This was confidential between the Holy Father and Moran; the latter made it public by calling a meeting to protest.
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1881 Mar. 27
Hardenbergh, Ad (Widdicombe):
St. Paul, Minnesota
to (James F. Edwards):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He has been snowed in several times this winter. His father is in poor health and he supposes this will be his (Ad's) last year on the road. He has made many friends. Grace is coming to visit his mother and he does not know how he will handle Daisie. He hopes Edwards will visit him this summer. He trusts that Edwards is in good health and is dispensing knowledge with that smiling grace.
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1881 Mar. 27
Lippincott,:
J.B. and Co.
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvanai)
to Ja(me)s A(lphonsus) McMaster:
N(ew) Y(ork), (New York)
Lippincott has received McMaster's very frank letter and has regretfully noted its contents. A certain class of the correspondence of the Lippincott Printing Company must be answered in a reactive way, and through an unfortunate mistake of the clerk's, McMaster's letters have been answered this way. This clerk should have made a distinction between the Freeman's Journal and other less influential organs. The firm sends McMaster a copy of the new issue of the Worcester Quarto through its New York agency and hopes he finds it satisfactory. P.S. Lippincott asks that a marked copy of the Journal containing the notice be sent to them.
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1881 Mar. 28
Chauvin, Father J. E.:
Mansura, (Louisiana)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chauvin thanks him for the offer of assistance. He will only accept the draft for $200 on condition that it be applied toward the purchase of the land which he will leave to the diocese for half what it cost him. The church at Moreauville has been raised and is a fine building.
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1881 Mar. 28
Rosier de Marie:
Paris, (France)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He thanks Hudson for two copies of the (Ave Maria) and thanks him for the good advertising in it. (Signature undecipherable).
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1881 Mar. 29
(Keating, (Sister) M(ary) de Chantal:
L(ong) I(sland, New York)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
The Ave Maria for March 19 did not come for either Fr. O'Connell or St. Malachy's. She disagrees with one of the Ave's correspondents who complained about the length of "Raphael." They were very pleased with the fine translation from a great writer, and hopes its length will not deter Hudson from accepting something equally good when it is offered.
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1881 Mar. 29
Kitz, Ernest:
Indianapolis, Indiana
to James F. Edwards:
Notre Dame, Indiana
About putting Harry in the Juniors, they think it will be better to wait until the sessions is over. Mrs. (Marie) Rhodius does not know whether she will come up before Easter or not.
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1881 Mar. 29
McEnearney, Sister Mary Patrick Joseph,:
Ballyjamesduff, Ireland
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana)
She is sending a copy of an article written in behalf of her community and hopes that Hudson can use it in the Ave Maria. They know how the Ave has already benefitted other communities. It is impossible to raise funds in their own distressed country so they must appeal to the friends of their religion abroad. She promises Hudson a share in the prayers and spiritual privileges offered to Benefactors, of which she encloses a copy. She begs prayers for her community and for the success of their work.
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1881 Mar. 29
Reynes, Father (E.):
Moreauville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Reynes is forced to confess his lack of success in regard to the construction of the church, and the triumph of the little coterie which last year drove away Father (Paul E.) Simon. Father (J.E.) Chauvin, who visited Moreauville last week, can bear witness that with a little help from the parish he could say Mass in the new church at Easter. Last week, his parishioners having refused him any material assistance, he had to employ negroes. Saturday he was without resources and Monday he had to dismiss the workers and stop the work. After Mass on Sunday the old committee told him that nothing would be done for the church in order to force him to leave and that they would give the new pastor all the assistance necessary to build the church. He went to see the pastor at Mansura (Chauvin) and deeded the land he had bought from (Amédée) Boyer to him, and if he does not receive instructions from Leray in a few days, he will give Chauvin the keys, registers, accounts, etc. of Moreauville. He is asking his family for the means to come to New Orleans where he will place himself at the disposition of Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché). The debt amounts to $201 plus $100 borrowed from Eugene Gauthier to pay the workers. (P.S.) March 31, 1881. This morning there was a meeting with Lucien Boyer to continue the work without Reynes' participation. Reynes is going to stay with Chauvin and will return to Moreauville only in so far as is necessary for the spiritual needs of the parish.
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1881 Mar. 29
St. Stanislaus, Sister:
Toledo, O(hio)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She begs pardon for the delay in answering Hudson's letter of the 22nd. St. Ursula is correctly named "patron of the Ursulines" and her feast is of first class in their Order. However, she will send a small life of St. Angela, where this is mentioned.
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1881 Mar. 29
VanDyke, (Father) Ernest:
Detroit, Mich(igan)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
He received Hudson's disappointing letter and will endeavor to change his mind about coming. If he cannot get someone else to take his place for that occasion, would Father (Thomas E.) Walsh, C.S.C. or Father (John A.) Zahm, C.S.C. come in his stead with an Easter sermon? When the feast of St. Peter in vinculis comes (part of letter missing). As to specimen of poetry Hudson sent, the author seems to ride his muse to death. Hudson should give him charge of the gymnasium, he seems so fitted for lofty tumbling. P. S. Hudson said the opening of his letters was always characteristic. He should reverse the judgment and come.
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1881 Mar. 29
Williamson, M H.:
Nashville, Tenn(essee)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
She asks for two bottles of water of "Lourdes." Do you have to pay to join the Confraternity of our Lady of the S. H., and if so, how much? Out of her family of nine only she and her sister are Catholics. She asks Hudson to pray for them.
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(1881) Mar. 31
Canedo, M(argarita) J.:
Goshen, (Indiana)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.):
(Notre Dame, Indiana)
She thanks Hudson for the $5.00. Her mother is ill and worries much about money matters so she tries to keep all such troubles from her. She discusses her financial situation. Since she has always been a faithful daughter she fears no evil and feels that God will provide for her. She sends a MS. and explains it do Hudson.
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1881 Mar. 31
Higgins, John:
Ballyhaunis, Ireland
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
His broken health and other worries have made it impossible for him to continue sending weekly "Knock Letters." The M.S.W.R. Company has consented to send out at his suggestion copies of the Irishman newspaper in which he has begun a series of "Knock Letters." The series began on March 5 and a copy has been forwarded to Hudson each week. He hopes this will meet the necessities of the case. If he had the strength he would gladly send everything of interest that occurs there.
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1881 Mar. 31
Nelson, Horatio P.:
St. Francis College
Quincy, (Illinois)
to Henry F. Brownson:
(Detroit, Michigan)
From Brownson's letter of the 19th. Nelson judges that he has not seen the question of St. Bonaventure: "De ratione cognoscendi", and sends him his own ms. copy, asking that it be returned when Brownson finishes with it. He thinks he can obtain a printed copy but is uncertain whether he can obtain the parts omitted. He hopes that Brownson will not find the ms. too difficult to decipher.
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(1881) Mar. 31
(Starr, Eliza Allen):
(Chicago, Illinois)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.:
Notre Dame, Indiana
She sends an article which she was asked to write for the "Chicago Daily Telegraph" and which may be suitable for the Ave Maria. She would like the Telegraph to get credit for it as the Editor is one who delights in Catholic art.
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