Faulkner, Cha(rle)s J.
Fort Warren, (Massachusetts)
To (James Alphonsus McMaster)
(New York, New York)
He acknowledges receipt of McMaster's letter and also the extract from the "Times" which convinces him that his case has been taken note of. He feels indebted to Geo. Raymond and to McMaster for this consideration. The constituents of the Hon. Alfred Ely are memorializing President Lincoln for his exchange with some person so that Mr. Ely may take his seat in Congress. He wonders if it would not be well for his friends to propose such an exchange. He proposes to give his parole of honor with any other security required by the Secretary of State if permitted to proceed on to Richmond. Faulkner wishes to propose that Mr. Ely be restored to his seat in Congress. He has already sent by that day's mail a proposition to Hon. Renten E. Fenton a member of the House from the portion of the state in which Mr. Ely lives, that Fenton and the New York delegation in Congress, submit the proposition to Mr. Seward. If this proposal is properly backed by McMaster, Faulkner feels it cannot be rejected. It is essential for Faulkner that Ely be restored to Congress because he will need Ely's help when he submits himself to the further order of the government. Faulkner would appreciate it greatly if McMaster would bring such influence to bear. Faulkner claims his family is greatly disturbed by his imprisonment and renders any further confinement intolerable. Faulkner chides McMaster for his last letter claiming that some of his remarks caused it to drag a little in reaching him. He expresses the belief that it was undoubtedly due to some strong prejudices of state policies. Faulkner asks him to discard such references in his next letter. Faulkner suffers from a severe cold for the last forty-eight hours and his cough is very painful. He asks McMaster to excuse his incoherent letter.
I-1-m A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 1
Raymond, Father F(ilbert)
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Odin's) letter and he thanks him for the arrangements in regard to Father (Hyacinth) Gonellaz. Today he was almost made a kind of martyr and (Odin) was almost placed under the necessity of supplying a pastor for Opelousas. Last Sunday a small child who is a boarder at their academy acted very badly, but as he was so young he did not chastises him as he deserved. Instead he wrote to his Father who came to thank him for his indulgence and begged him to inflict a corporal punishment if it happened again. Friday again the child acted badly and he tried the remedy suggested by the Father. The Father came to demand with horrible threats that (Raymond) publicly account for his conduct. He had a knife, a whip, and a revolver. The judge of the parish and some other persons who were nearby threw themselves before him and took him away. (Raymond) wrote to Judge ( ) Mouton to claim the protection of the law. The whole parish is indignant and he can say that his ministry, instead of suffering any detriment, will produce, he hopes, in the future, only more consoling fruits.
A.L.S. (French) 4pp.
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1861 Dec 1
Raymond, Father G(ilbert)
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He had just finished his letter when the post brought (Odin's) letter of November 28 which spoke of Father (Amédée) Béccard. He can understand the unrest caused (Odin) by Béccard and why he does not wish to give him another post or any other powers than those of confessor. However, he cannot understand Béccard's desire to live in the diocese. He fears (Odin) does not have a very exact idea of their academy. They have only 39 children. It would be absolutely useless to have another teacher. Also, Béccard's story has been published in the newspapers of Opelousas and it has not been forgotten. The Jesuits might be able to employ him as their schools are more numerous. He has written to his brother, (Father J. Francois Raymond) to come immediately and he expects him this week. The (Ursuline) Convent is doing very well; the number of pupils is considerable and promises to be much better.
A.L.S. (French) 3pp.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 7pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 2
Berthet, Father P(eter)
Liberty, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
November 21 he gave First Communion to some children of the parish. On the same day he was happy to see a good number of people who had kept far away from God for a long time approaching the sacraments. According to the promise given (Odin) in his last letter he is nearly always traveling. Last week he went to Livingston, about 80 miles from Liberty. He met Father (John Claude) Neraz. The more he sees the more he realizes that (Odin) spoke the truth when he said the faith was in his parishioners and in particular with the Creoles. They are beginning to be more benevolent and more generous to the priest. Although many still neglect Sunday, assistance at Mass is becoming more frequent. As for the (Ursulines), all he can say is that for two or three months he has neither seen nor spoken to Sister St. (Jane F. de) Chantal, (R.U.), who, he believes, is very sick along with Sister St. Bernard, (R.U.). They have only one boarder and their day-students can number only eight or ten. The last time he visited Edward Gillard he learnt that Father (Peter M.) Lacour, after having collected the subscriptions for the cemetery fence, never paid for the wood which amounts to $65 or $75. Gillard would like to be paid. He is still in the boarding house of Mr.( ) Meyer who was very flattered to receive (Odin's) respects. He and his whole family send their respects, as well as Mr. ( ) Berthier and all the Catholics of Liberty.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 2
Brownson, O(restes) A.
Elizabeth, N(ew) J(ersey)
To Charles Sumner
(Washington, D.C.)
Brownson asks Sumner to get Brownson's son (Henry F. Brownson) a commission in the army. Henry now is first lieutenant in the 15th New York Volunteers, if the army appointment is impossible to get Brownson wishes that Sumner would place Henry on a general's staff. Brownson read Sumner's discourse on the "Origin and Mainspring of the Rebellion," it is conclusive and does Sumner credit. Brownson agrees with Sumner that there need be fear of a compromise and states that there must be none.
I-4-h A.L.S. (Photostat, Harvard Library) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 2
Carrell, Bishop Geo(rge) A(loysius)
Covington, (Kentucky)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere
(Detroit, Michigan)
Carrell regrets that he could not part with Father (Peter C.) Koopmans. While he was in Lefevere's Diocese, Koopman was a good deal petted and flattered and returned to Covington with changed feelings and wishes; he is not Father (Thomas R.) Butler's assistant at the Cathedral. Koopmans has a rapid and very indistinct enunciation which Carrell is trying to correct, hoping to increase his usefulness ten-fold. Koopmans has told Carrell that the Irish in Lefevere's diocese complain that there are no Irish priests, that letters to that effect have been sent to Rome. The complaints, Carrell thinks, are unjust; "we cannot get the proper men," "Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell) will not take any.": Carrell received two to his great regret. Carrell will give Lefevere Wm. J. D'Arcy, who will be ordained about Christmas, according to Father (James) McGill, (C.M.), now a deacon under the Lazarists at Cape Girardeau. D'Arcy had studied several years at St. Thomas Seminary (near Bardstown) under Father (Francis) Chambige, then at St. Mary's, Emmitsburg, (Maryland), five or six years. In case of the death of 2 or 3 priests, etc., Carrell would have to recall D'Arcy. Carrell is able to do this since he has applied to the Dominicans for two fathers to attend Lexington and its dependencies, due to the sudden departure of Father P(eter) Perry from Lexington. A Hollander, Father Lambert D. Willie, could be spared. Due to conditions, Carrell is inclined to abandon his secretary. He requests Lefevere to destroy his letter.
III-2-j A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 2
Lalumiere, S.J., (Father) S.P.
Milwaukee, Wis(consin)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Father Lalumiere sends three dollars for a subscription to the Review. If Brownson could secure for him the January number for 1850, he would have a complete set from 1844 to the present. If it cannot be procured, he would pay liberally for a volume of the four numbers for 1850. He is sorry to hear of Brownson's failing eyesight and hopes God will preserve his life for some time yet.
I-4-a A.L.S. 1pg. 10mo.
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1861 Dec 2
Sorin, Father Edward F.
Notre Dame, Indiana
to The Editors of the Catholic Telegraph
Cincinnati, Ohio
The stationary used contains an architects picture of the Missionary Home which is to be a home for clergymen who are too old to carry on the duties of the ministry. It is situated on the shore of the lake St. Joseph and near the University of Notre Dame. The building, the details of which are given, is to contain forty eight private rooms and have four stories. A list of prices is given, varying as to the ages of the priests, which will be required from each subscriber. Pope Pius IX contributed 2,000 francs to the work of construction. The estimated cost will be $20,000 and Sorin requests the cooperation of the clergy with protection from the bishops. Sorin gives an extract of a letter, which was accompanied by a donation, telling him of the goodness and importance of the project. Sorin asks the editors to give notice to his plans and copies for them a letter which he received from Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell expressing approval of the project and gratitude to Pope Pius IX and Cardinal (Alexander) Barnabo for their patronage of the proposed Missionary House.
II-5-a (Planographed letter (with note) A.S.)
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1861 Dec 2
Vignonet, Father E(leazar
St. Michael, Louisiana)
To Father S(tephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
At the offices of the Bayou Sara Mail Co., Rousselon will find a barrel of wheat flour and corn meal and a barrel of potatoes from his harvest. If agreeable, it would be a great pleasure to renew it from time to time.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 3
Desgaultière, Father (Albino)
Franklin, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He has spent the first days since his arrival visiting all the families of Franklin and he has received a benevolent welcome. In many of the homes they learnt with joy that he had come to stay. He bought in the name of the congregation a small house which will be moved on to the church grounds at the end of the week and, once repaired, he will establish himself there until he can build a priest's house. The church is standing but it satisfies no one. Much money has already been spent on it and it is still far from finished. However, it will continue to serve until one can do better. He saw Father (P. ) McMahon who did not seem completely satisfied with his appointment to Franklin. Nevertheless they parted good friends and McMahon himself suggested Centerville ought to belong to Franklin rather than Patterson. When he asked him if the church pews brought in $1000, he laughed and said they brought $200 or $210 with difficulty. That would not suffice for his upkeep but he hopes that in time he will be able to make both ends meet. The absence of a priest has done much harm, many sheep have strayed and perhaps are lost. He will have need of (Odin's) prayers and perhaps financial aid as well. He asks Odin to send him 3 or 4 dozen English catechisms immediately as there are none at all and the children know nothing.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 3
Foltier, Father E.J.
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Foltier has finished paying B(arthélemy) Seris what he owes for his slaves. There remains a debt of $500 for the Academy which he hopes to pay at Easter. As death could cause many difficulties and cost much money for lawyers he sends (Odin) his will (no enclosure). As for his slaves he has followed up (Odin's) idea of giving them their freedom. The emancipation places them under (Odin's) supervision with a minimum indebtedness which can be received or abandoned. The civil law does not permit giving full and complete liberty as (Odin) had told him to do, so he took a middle course which arrives at the same end. If they misbehave they will not be able to enjoy the liberty that he gives after his death. He would like to know (Odin's) decision in regard to his proposed plan of administration. He will have a Forty Hours starting the 4th Sunday of Advent and he would be happy to have Father (Gabriel) Chalon to assist him. He is beginning to confess the small children about 7 years old; every Thursday he will go from one district to another. As for the slaves he read Bishop (Augustine) Verot's sermon. It is not the best means of becoming the friend of A(lexander) Mouton or of V. ( ) Martin who systematically leave their slaves in ignorance of all true religion. The people of Royville are desolate but (Odin) does not have priests and are desolate but (Odin) does not have priests and they do not have great resources this year so it would be better to await better times. During the retreat (Odin) did not mention the Freemasons; Foltier is said to be too severe; he thinks it would be good for the authorities to set a uniform rule.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 3
Hendricken, Father Thomas F.
Waterbury, Conn(ecticut)
To Bishop (Francis P. McFarland of
Hartford, Connecticut)
Hendricken says that if there were errors in the parcels he sent to the Bishop it was because he did not have time to examine them. He wishes to know whether the assistant at the cathedral receives a stipend of $5 for the Sunday parish Mass because the pastor cannot receive a stipend. Can the priest who offers the second Mass, in addition to the one for the people, accept a stipend? Must the Mass on the missions be celebrated for the people? He encloses a printed statement of the financial condition of the parish with the names of the trustees as witnesses.
I-1-a A.L.S. (With printed enclosure) 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 3
Marco, Father M(artin)
Alpine, Michigan
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere
(Detroit, Michigan)
Marco has been absent from Grand Rapids for 4 weeks. Due to the disrespectful attitude of some German Catholics in St. Mary's parish, he implores Lefevere not to send a good innocent priest to them; they should be humiliated. He attends to the sick, but many parishioners go to Alpine to the Irish Church. His conscience forces him to send Lefevere these lines. He has baptized 3 Americans at White Lake.
III-2-j A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 4
Anstaett, Father J(oseph)
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The enemy is expected daily. It is admitted that the city cannot be defended and General (Paul O. Hébert) has withdrawn his troops towards the bridge; however, there are still some guards at the entry of the port and at Pelican's Pit. Many speak of burning the city so that everyone who can is leaving. (Hébert) has transferred the military hospital to Houston since the Pensacola business. The (Ursulines) sought Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut's advice and he decided that the children should go to Liberty and the nuns should be ready to leave at a moment's notice. Several, including Mother St. Pierre (Margaret Harrison, R.U.) wanted to leave the very next day. Anstaett chose the most worried and took them to Houston. Having known Mr. And Mrs. ( ) Olivier for some time, thought the Franciscans, who wanted him to visit them often, and knowing that (Odin) had gone to his mother's house, he thought it best to lodge Mother (St. Pierre) and Sister Ste. Felicité, (R.U.) with them. All the young ladies (of Houston) who have never been to the Convent visited them and all wish for a Convent to be established there. This is impossible but on Father Chambodut's recommendation he left them there trying to find a house in order to keep them from going to the country to which they are drawn by the sympathy and friendship of Mrs. (Chapter M.) Rice. But that will not be entirely suitable. The novices will go to San Antonio with St. Pierre, the older ones will remain (at Galveston). Sister St. Felicité will go to New (Orleans) with Sister St. Alphonse, (R.U.); Sister Ste. Anastasie, (R,U,), and Sister Ste. Ursule, (R.U.) are irresolute; Sister St. Stanislas, (R.U.), Sister St. Ambroise, (R.U.), Sister (Ste.) Anne, (R.U.), Sister Mary-Marthe, (R.U.), Sister (Ste.) Angela, (R.U.), Sister André, (R.U.) and Sister St. Bernard, (R.U.) remain.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 4
Byrne, Andrew, Bishop of
Little Rock, (Arkansas)
To Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, C.M.
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He is pained that he has not been able to answer Odin's favor regarding the names for Galveston. Odin knows the candidates best and he is satisfied with his choice. This is the first letter he has written for months as he has not had one day of good health since June when he was obliged to visit Fort Smith where he was taken with a severe fever. Returning home he was attacked with congestion, chills and fever on the Arkansas River which have confined him to a sick bed to this day.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 4
Clara, (S.C.), Sister M(ary), St. Vincent's Asylum
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
As Odin wished, she wrote to Sister (Mary) Blanche (Rooney, S.C.), Richmond, about the payment relative to (Bernard) McDonnell's daughters to St. Joseph's (Academy). She received a letter from the (Sisters of Charity) Sister Assistant at St. Joseph's, Sister Euphemia, (S.C.), stating she would soon be in New Orleans and that Odin could give her the amount to pay it to Sister Mary Margaret, (S.C.), St. Simeon's School, Annunciation St.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 4
Maume, Capt. M(atthew) W(aldron)
Galveston, (Texas)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He expected to have waited on (Odin) before now but on his return from the interior, water communication with New Orleans was cut off. Shortly after his return from the mission he was taken seriously ill with dysentery and after getting over that with (Odin's) infallible cure he was taken ill with diarrhea which he cannot cure and he is recommended to go to his native air or country. He wants (Odin) to send him a draft for $2000 on Paris. He holds (Odin's) bill for $800, (Odin's) order for $300 on New Orleans, and a draft from Father (Louis C.M. Chambodut) Chambedou for $500, making $1600. (Odin) should send the draft to (Chambodut) and Maume will give that amount to (Chambodut). In consequence of the present state of the country he will make no investments in land until things get settled.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 5
Carrell, Geo(rge) A., Bishop of Covington
Covington, (Kentucky)
To Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell)
of Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
Father T. R. Butler who lately applied for admission into Purcell's diocese influenced by some unfortunate circumstances has decided to remain where he is. This is the letter course. It will prevent much talk. Father Butler stands high in the community. It would be a matter of conscience to suffer a priest of Butler's age, experience, and piety to leave the diocese. Carrell would gladly live and die a Trappist, if he could only obtain permission to resign.
II-5-a A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 5
Guinane, John
Jackson, (Michigan)
To Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere
(Detroit, Michigan)
Since Guinane and his wife have, by God's mercy, been spared a longer life than they expected when they deeded over their property Guinane demands the return of the deed.
III-2-j A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 5
Kearny, Constance
Lancaster, (Ohio)
To (Orestes A. Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
She asks Brownson if he will use his influence in securing a position as governess in a private family or as assistant teacher in some school. Her brother formerly supported her but he is now in the Confederate Army. Because of the upheaval caused by this Civil War it is necessary for her to look for employment. She can produce satisfactory testimonials of character and ability by the Ladies of the Visitation at whose academies he was educated. She encloses a letter or recommendation, requesting that Brownson return it.
I-4-a A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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(18)61 Dec 5
Larnaudie, S.J., Father F(rederick)
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Several persons have asked to have a Midnight Mass at Christmas. He did not wish to promise anything without consulting Odin. There will be some advantages but also some very grave inconveniences in having this extraordinary ceremony. Father (Anthony) de Chaignon, S.J communicated to him what (Odin) told him in regard to the affairs of the Church. The future is not brilliant. He does not know if they will be able to hold on very long. He has a great repugnance to appealing to the charity of the faithful. Perhaps the trustees would consent to leave the administration of revenues to the pastor contenting themselves with receiving a periodic accounting. He wonders if he ought to propose this. De Chaignon is going to prepare a report of their affairs which he hopes to send to (Odin) next week. De Chaignon also spoke of the work of instructing the Negroes. It would be a pleasure for him but he sees grave difficulties. To begin, he can only give the instructions on Sunday, and Sunday is a day when the services, instructions and catechism classes scarcely leave a free moment. De Chaignon speaks very little English and Larnaudie fears he did not understand very well and that perhaps these lessons would have small profit. He does not know if it is prudent to make these attempts in a parish where so much work has been begun and has miscarried. The catechism classes will begin soon according to the new plan.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 6
Chambodut, Father L(ouis C.M.)
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
This morning he received Odin's letter of the 29th. He has been very busy all day. Galveston is almost evacuated and the few remaining citizens are in the greatest trouble; if they go away they are cowards, if they stay they will be looked upon as traitors. Times are indeed awful. Father (Joseph) Anstaett is on his way to San Antonio with Mother St. Pierre (Margaret Harrison, R.U.), and all her (Ursuline)novices. Sister St. Felicité, (R.U.) is en route to New Orleans, accompanied by Mr. J( ) B( ) Anstaett. Mother (St.) Stanislas, (R.U.), with Sister (Ste.) Ursule, (R.U.), Sister Angela, (R.U.), Sister (Ste.) Anne, (R.U.), Sister (St.) Ambroise, (R.U.), Sister André, (R.U.), Sister (St.) Bernard, (R.U.), and Sister Mary-Marthe, (R.U.) have remained quietly in the Convent and he hopes they will not be sorry for it. He expects Father Anstaett and St. Pierre will give Odin the story of this stampede. He has been obliged to find $500 for them and this morning he had to pay $20 more for them. Besides that he had to pay the passage of seven boarders to Liberty. He has two convents, the college, and his house to provide for. Mrs. ( ) Green and her sister have taken refuge in the Liberty Convent. The merchants have removed all their goods. (H. ) de St. Cyr is the only one who has removed nothing. It seems they are between two fires. The commanders have pronounced Galveston untenable and many hate to leave it to the Black-Republicans and want to burn it before going. St. Cyr is just from headquarters and has been told that they will be attacked tonight. The panic is complete in town but he is very cool. Mr. ( ) Duvernay, his organist left today, as did Mrs. ( ) Flood; next Sunday their service in the Cathedral will be very dull. If he leaves, Odin will soon see him in New Orleans. Father (Charles) Padey is in Halletsville, Father (Claude) Jacquet in Roma, Father (John) Gonnard has just given a retreat in San Antonio Convent. Father (Peter) Berthet keeps on well; the (Franciscans) in Houston are pleased. His sister, (Sister Marie Thérèse Chambodut, R.U.) is now as strong as a new bridge. (Adolphe) Leclerc is rather sick. Mrs. (Chapuy) Chapuis is full of courage. Odin should send the ordos for 1862. Mrs. ( ) Rodgers wishes to know if the money Odin sent for her to California has been received.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 7
McCloskey, Father W(illia)m (G.)
Rome, (Italy)
To Bishop (Francis P. McFarland of
Hartford, Connecticut)
He encloses a statement of the Bishop's account with the North American College. He asks that (McFarland) send the amount due in October, 1862. Matters worry him more than he dares admit. Except the arrival of Archbishop (John Hughes) of New York on political business, as they say, and the seizure of the Southern Commissioners on board the Trent, nothing disturbs the city. Italians are astounded and the English furious. McCloskey sees no shadow of hope that the Americans will ever again be a united people. He asks (McFarland) what effect that would have on the Church. The Holy Father is well. (McFarland's) young men are well. They expect Hughes to visit them before he returns to the States. Prince Massimo asked for (McFarland's) picture. If he sends it let it be about a foot square. The account amounts to 375.28 scudi. (McFarland notes that) he sent McCloskey $500.60 scudi.
I-1-a A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 8
Pabisch, Father Francis J.
Rome, (Italy)
To Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
He is not responsible for the delay in sending the relics but after much difficulty in having the proper authentication they are on their way. The Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore was right in saying that the Litany of the Sacred Name of Jesus was not approved. It would seem that a coadjutor with right of succession could assist at a provincial council with the approval of the other bishops. He cites various opinions on the matter. The present secretary of the Sacred Congregation of Council is Msgr. Gianelli. Archbishop Cullen of Dublin is to be made a Cardinal.
II-5-a A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 9
Bush, George W.
Wilmington, (Delaware)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The Wilmington Institute instructs him to ask Brownson to lecture sometime in January or February. He asks what terms would be required for a lecture and asks for an early reply.
I-4-a A.L.S. 1p. 16to.
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1861 Dec 9
Croffert, W.A.
Washington, City (D.C.)
To (Orestes A. Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
A lecture by Brownson at Smithsonian Institute on the thirteenth has been announced. Croffert has had no reply from Brownson and asks that he write immediately, stating where in Washington and at what time he may be found.
I-4-a A.L.S. 1pg. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 9
Gresselin, (S.J.), Father C(harles)
Boston, (Massachusetts)
To (Orestes A.) Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
They are awaiting the January number of the Review. On behalf of Father John Bapst he sends six dollars for two copies in accordance with the regulation Brownson adopted in the last issue.
I-4-a A.L.S. 1pg. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 9
(Rappe), A(madeus), Bishop of Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
to Father M.A. Meyer
Ohio
Father (J.) Luhr has informed him that the Archbishop of Cincinnati has notified Meyer to return to Piqua. Rappe is sorry to stand against the Archbishop but this is a point of discipline and if necessary he will appeal to higher authority. Meyer is well aware that he belongs to the diocese of Cleveland. Rappe allowed Meyer to go to the novitiate of the Society of Mary at Dayton but he did not give him an exeat. The moment Meyer leaves the diocese he will be ipso facto suspended.
Meyer, Father M.A.
( , Ohio)
To Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
Meyer received the above letter when he was about to set out for Piqua.
II-5-a A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 9
Twohig, J(oh)n
San Antonio, (Texas)
To Archbishop John M(ary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
He intended to write after Odin was taken from them and to express their regrets. Having learnt that Odin is going to Europe he wonders if he can take for him $75 in gold and, when he is where he can procure a check on Ireland, he would get one for that amount in favor of Father James Lacey, parish priest of Gorey, County of Wexford, Ireland and write to him that it is for the benefit of Mrs. Margaret Stephens of his parish. His wife and sister unite with him in kind regards and best wishes.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 10
Andrieu, C.M., Father A(nthony)
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In accord with (Odin's) desire he will go to St. Michael's for the next four times. He is going to make this known to the (Religious of the Sacred Heart). He asks (Odin) to have dispatched to him and Father (M, ) Rubi, (C.M.) the certificate of faculties and to authorize them to have a forty hours as soon as they consider the time favorable.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 10
De Neve, Father J(ohn)
Louvain, (Belgium)
To Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefev(e)re
Detroit, (Michigan)
De Neve hopes much for 1862, which, if he is not mistaken is the year that Lefevere will go to Rome, and hopes to see him then. He is quite content with the past year. Fathers (John) Van Gennip, (Peter) Koopmans, and (Charles) Chambille have not forgotten him. Mr. ( ) James only has not as yet come to Belgium, these men will have given Lefevere all the news of the American College (of Louvain). The number of students is 29. Father (John) Friedland is a young and talented priest. Father (Ferdinand) Allgayer is not so valuable. Friedl(and) is pious but has his own views; he will make a good priest. De Neve is forced to apply to the Propagation of the Faith for his expenses for the voyage. De Neve has presumed on Lefevere's good will in drawing on an allocation made to Lefevere. Lefevere, like the other episcopal patrons of the College, should know what is being done with their money. Since March 18, he has received no news. Will Lefevere check his lists for money for the Propagation of the Faith, from his departure in 1859. He approves Cardinal (Englelbert Sterckx's) request for Father (Edmond)Dumont as regent.
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(1861 Dec 10)
Hardey, Father Richard B.
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
To Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He is suffering as much as ever from the diarrhea and believes it better to proceed to Grand Coteau. Father (Aloysius) Curioz, S.J. promises every facility. He also wishes Odin to send him a letter by Father (Amédée) Béccard. He would be glad to have the receipt for the cure of his disease which Odin spoke of as certain. He will try to leave the city by next Thursday.
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(18)61 Dec 10
Hayden, C.M., Father J(ohn), St. Joseph's Church
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.)
New Orleans, Louisiana
On last Thursday when (Odin) spoke to him of taking the direction of the Christian Brothers, he told him that he could not but that he thought Father (Bernard) O'Reilly could. However he objected for good reasons so he requests (Odin) to hold them excused from the charge.
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(18)61 Dec 10
St. Stanislas, R.U., Mother Marie de
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Odin) probably knows of the departure of Mother St. Pierre (Margaret Harrison, R.U.) and nearly all of the (Ursulines) of Galveston. They left November 30, first for Houston, then seeing that that neighborhood was not suitable for a community, Father (Joseph) Anstaett took them to the convent of San Antonio. Mother (de) Ste. Marie, (R.U.) must have been astonished. For a long time she sought one or two subjects from Mother St. Pierre and was always refused. There are eight remaining in the convent at Galveston, the same number as at their arrival. Three are choir nuns - herself, Sister Ste. Ursule, (R.U.), and Sister Ste. A(n)gèle, (R.U.); and five lay sisters - Sister Ste. Ambroise, (R.U.), Sister Ste. Anne, (R.U.), Sister St. André, (R.U.), Sister Mary-Marthe, (R.U.), and Sister St. Bernard, (R.U.). If it is necessary for them to leave, they will do so only at the last extremity. Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut said there would not be any danger for them even when the Northern soldiers take the island. They will leave only when he tells them to. While waiting, they do all the choir exercises they can in view of their small numbers. Last Sunday, feast of the Immaculate Conception, they were deprived of Mass. Father Chambodut, being alone had to say two Masses. One at St. Joseph, the other at the Cathedral. He told her he would permit them to go to the city to hear Mass but she preferred to say their own Mass exercise in the convent; not having any secular habits they would have been a subject of distraction for his congregation. All their boarders are gone, three have been placed with Mr. ( ) Bremont at Houston, the seven others at the convent at Liberty. She ought to acquaint him with an important transgression of their rules and constitutions occasioned by the departure of some members but Father Chambodut has probably already informed him. For the rest, Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché will give him a few details on that point.
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1861 Dec 11
Spalding, Father B(enjamin) J.
Louisville, (Kentucky)
To Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
In the absence of the bishop he made application to General Buell for a pass for Mrs. Donavan and son. The General said he could not grant it and held out no hopes of its being granted in the future. Spalding did what he could.
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(18)61 Dec 13
(Harrison, R.U., Margaret), Mother St. Pierre
San Antonio, (Texas)
To Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Odin has no doubt learned of the misfortune (of the Ursulines). Her heart is broken. Good Mother (de Ste. Marie, R.U.), although not forewarned of their arrival, received them with a truly material heart. If it were not for her worry that their house will be destroyed and that the sisters who remained will not find refuge in another of their houses, she would be happy.
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18(61) Dec 14
Hayden, C.M., Father J(ohn), St. Joseph's Church
N(ew) Orleans, Louisiana
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He asks permission to have benediction every day during the novena before Christmas. He also wonders if they have permission to duplicate on Sunday in order to assist another priest who may be alone. Father (J.D. Flanagan) Flanigan asked him to send a priest for tomorrow.
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1861 Dec 13
Thebaud, S.J., Father Aug(ustine)
St. John's College, (New York)
To Bishop (Francis P. McFarland of
Hartford, Connecticut)
Thebaud had to delay his answer because Father (Michael) Driscoll was on a mission in Pennsylvania. He is the only one available since the Jesuits are chaplains to the 37th, 69th, and Wilson's Zouaves. Driscoll has not been engaged for Jan. 7 and the beginning of February. He asks only that something definite be carved out for him. He is going to a mission in Hudson City and will be free after Christmas. If McFarland will say where, he would like to talk these matters over with him. Thebaud is sorry that he cannot be with the Bishop at Christmas but three other fathers are already in Connecticut for that time. Two for Hartford for Father Hughes and Kelly and the other to New Haven to help Father O'Brien.
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1861 Dec 14
Lowe, Esther W.P.
Ashland, V(irgini)a
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She received his letter three weeks ago and it was the most satisfactory upon that subject which she received. She desires answers to a few more questions which she hopes he will pardon in consideration of the anxieties attendant upon the mother of a large family particularly now that they are exiled and with little means, the better part of their property being necessarily left behind and no doubt ere long to be confiscated. Since they have been at (Ashland) their little boy of nearly three years died of croup. Should Odin see Sister Francis Regis, (S.C.), she asks him to remember them to her and to mention the death of their child; she is a relative of her husband and a very dear friend. In his letter Odin says that Corpus Christi is a healthy place. She has always had a leaning towards that section but has often heard that it was unhealthy and she asks him to be explicit. Also she wonders if there is a good Catholic society there, if the country is inviting in appearance, what the cost of land is, and if it is as civilized and as Catholic as San Antonio. She asks him how Refugio, Victoria and San Patricio compare with Corpus Christi and San Antonio. They would prefer a grazing farm for they have no Negroes. As they have two grown daughters who have been well educated, it would be desirable to surround them with cultivated and refined associations. Her husband does not enjoy good health and to do nothing is with him a most laborious life and decidedly unfriendly to his health.
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1861 Dec 14
Perché, Father N(apoleon) J(oseph)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Jean) Martin just died this evening at 7:10. If he should be buried there, the best time would be at 4:30. There are no empty places in the (Ursuline) cemetery but tomorrow morning one of the oldest could be opened to see if he could be placed there. Otherwise he will have to be placed temporarily in the earth or transported to the tomb of the clergy in St. Louis cemetery. (Odin) should make his decision known to Father (Stephen) Rousselon. The inhabitants of St. James having expressed a desire for the body, it will be necessary to write to them but he must be placed somewhere while waiting.
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1861 Dec 14
Whelan, B(isho)p R(ichard) V(incent)
Wheeling (West Virginia)
To (Orestes A. Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
He received the bill sent some months ago. He does not know of the subscription to the Review on the part of St. Vincent's Academy. Whelan has charge of the school since Father (James) Cunningham left. He does not wish to be responsible for the orders of another. The copies of the Review which he has are at Brownson's disposal. He wishes that the Review be discontinued. He forwards the money for his own subscription for the coming year, as well as a protest to the articles on the "Great Rebellion." These articles abound in sophistry. He denounces Brownson's policy. He believes such articles destroy the character of the Review. He accuses Brownson of being prejudiced. He also believes that Brownson's ideas for a string government were contrary to the ideas of our forefathers, they, who thought of their children, their rights. Brownson should conceal such prejudice when supposedly expressing the sentiments of a large body. There are Americans who do not look through New England glasses and who regret to see the usual concomitants of a bad cause in Brownson's two articles. This letter was written hastily and is not for public comment, at least until the press is free.
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1861 Dec 15
Berthet, Father P(eter)
Liberty, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
This evening on his return from a small trip he received (Odin's) letter and the aid which he sent him. It was very providential as he was on the point of borrowing some money to pay for the cost of a well he had dug. Since (Odin) probably will have received his letter of the 14th, he will not speak anew about the spiritual affairs of Liberty which for the past several days have had a considerable growth due to the emigration of inhabitants of Galveston to the interior; among others Mrs. ( ) Green and her sister who are staying at the convent with the (Ursulines); and all their servants who are working in the city; also the ( ) Denois family, etc., etc. The work has also greatly increased; he believes he should preach in the two languages every Sunday and he also holds two catechism classes, for the boys of the parish, and for the colored population. Last Sunday there were more than thirty of the latter. Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut appears to be well aware of his situation and advised him that he should not absent himself as frequently as in the past until he can be sent a confrere. He wishes it were tomorrow. (Odin) will also have learnt by the journals that the governor of Texas has ordered in his proclamation the burning of Galveston. This news, it is said, has provoked the population and even the troops of Galveston and there is talk of a petition and resistance in case of a second command. They received several boarders from Galveston at the (Ursuline) Convent and the number of day-students have also increased. Sister St. Bernard, (R.U.) and Sister St. (Jane F. de) Chantal, (R.U.) are better. He is going to begin immediately to acquit the intentions which (Odin) sent him.
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(1861) Dec 15
(Seton, Elizabeth) Elise
Cragdon, (New York)
To Robert (Seton
Rome, Italy)
In Robert's last letter was an account of his visit to Niddry and Knox's house. She is so much obliged for the Seton pin and Nell (Helen Seton) thanks him for what he promised her. His letters will be hoarded with those of their great grandmother (Rebecca Curzon Seton) and gossiping Bab (Barbara Seton, Mrs. George). They have not yet had a line from Harry (Seton). She hopes Robert received the bill of exchange enclosed in a letter from Em(ily Seton) sent December 7. Elise sent 20 pounds, Robert will get the box through the banker. She never sees Mr. Battelle and supposes he has forgotten his kind promise. Next May they move into the mansion house leaving their present dwelling to be rented. They hope Edmund (Griffin) will take it; how pleasant it would be for them. Since Robert left they have gone to several sociables at the Spanish Consul's. Bill (William Seton 4) is still at Havre de Grace; the great battle is impending. Emily has been writing a long epistle to Dr. Smyth (Father Bernard Smith?) with all the authenticated news of the day. Elise and Nell are taking mucic and singing lessons. They have taken a pew in Fordham Church and today saw Robert's friend Father (Isidore) D'Aubresse, (S.J.). Em has quite a little Sunday school in her room, some of their little ragged neighbors. General (John Gray?) Foster is a Catholic, baptized before he left for his post. Aunt Kate (Sister Catharine Seton) is well; her prisoners made Elise a lot of baskets and boxes which he gave to the great fair for the poor of New York. They have bought Alfred Seton's sleigh. (Added by William Seton 3): He thanks Robert for his beautiful letters. He would have published them but for the occasional family history they contained. They have not yet heard of Hal's arrival.
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1861 Dec 17
Cameron, John, D.D.
Antigonish
to (Orestes A. Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Cameron has sent some months previously four dollars to Sadlier and Co. to pay for W.B. McLeod's subscriptions for the Review for the year 1850 and the rest in payment for Dr. Kenrick's translation of the New Testament which Cameron ordered. He fears the money might not have reached its destination and begs Brownson not to stop sending the Review to him. "The Rev. Messrs. Ronald McGiburay, P.P., St. Andrew's, Ronald McDonald, Antigonish, and William Chisholun, P.P. Cheticamp, Cape Breton, who desires to become a subscriber." The money will be forwarded. Cameron advises Brownson to appoint Mr. Roderich Grant, Antigonish, as agent. Cameron also suggests that due to the elder Grant's sudden death, certain funds had not yet reached Brownson. He pledges Roderich Grant's moral integrity. He is sorry to hear that picayune critics still plague Brownson. He feels tempted to write and expose "The ignorance and malice" of the ligots. He did write an answer in the Casket to an article in the Metropolitan record entitled "Brownson's Review," he believes that the writer in the Record did not feel he had the best of the argument. Cameron adheres to practically all theological and philosophical principles expounded by Brownson. He feels Brownson has answered the objections of critics in the October issue of the Review. He does not take metaphanically "The fire" in the 25th of St. Matthew. He does not subscribe to the idea that a spirit cannot be affected by matter. He elaborates on his objections.
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1861 Dec 17
Cook, W.J.
New York (New York)
To (Orestes A. Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Cook sends a treatise in sheet form entitled "The duty of Jesus Christ Demonstrated." Brownson will note from the price that the smallest recompense for expenses and the greatest public good is sought. Perhaps Brownson could say something in favor of it.
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1861 Dec 18
Bush, G.W,
Wilmington (Delaware)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Brownson's letter of the sixteenth has been received. The Wilmington Institute has been organized for the improvement of its members, who are admitted to the lectures without cost. The Institute has just completed a hall, including a library and reading room and a general lecture room. For these reasons the committee can offer Brownson but fifty dollars for his lecture. If Brownson accepts, they would like his lecture on January sixteenth.
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1861 Dec 18
Glajeux, Berard des
Paris, (France)
To Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere
Detroit, Michigan
The Central Council of the Association of the Propagation of Paris allots the Detroit Diocese12,000 francs for 1861. According to custom, a fifth of this sum will be withheld until the close of the fiscal year. The exceptional resources of the Jubilee having been completely exhausted last year, they have based the present distribution only on the ordinary receipts, taking for a starting point, the division of what they received in 1860. In the midst of the needs which seek their help, assistance to Detroit will continue, especially to the American College of Louvain.
P.S. The treasurer, (Adolphe) Certes, informs Lefevere that this allocation is from funds received during 1861. He encloses a draft on himself payable in 10 days.
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1861 Dec 18
Spalding, M(artin) J., Bishop of Louisville
Louisville, (Kentucky)
To Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell)
of Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
The lines are now very strictly drawn and no passes are granted. He believes the Treasurer of the Seminary sent him the account for his students but he cannot find it. He asks that the treasurer be instructed as to Purcell's views in reference to an interchange of accounts with Father (F.) Chambige. The notorious Father Hugh Quigley, D.D. is chaplain of the forces at Cairo (Illinois). He wrote Spalding for faculties in his diocese but when Spalding asked him from which bishop he received his mission Quigley became furious. The interference of England presents a new phase in the sad troubles. Mr. Devlin of New York tells him that Archbishop (John) Hughes' mission is to Spain. No one know the purpose. He is saddened at the destruction of the cathedral of Bishop (Patrick N.) Lynch ( of Charleston, South Carolina). He asks if Father (William O.) Higgins has come to Kentucky with the 10th Ohio Regiment.
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1861 Dec 19
Gaudet, O.M.I., Father A(ugustine)
Brownsville, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lately he sent (Odin) a page of the Brownsville newspaper containing the details of what is happening with their neighbors (in Mexico). At the same time he sent a page to Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché. At present hostilities are at the same point: ( ) Carvajal, after a month of siege, has not been able to take Matamoros. That city which has prospered so much the last three years will soon be nothing more than ruins and cinders. He does not believe there is a single house intact, that of the (Oblates of Mary Immaculate) was pierced by a cannon ball and a bomb without counting the grenades and millions of bullets. The priests escaped providentially. Seeing that there was no security and that they could not exercise their ministry, they came to Brownsville where several times each day they visit the wounded of Carvajal's army who come to their side (of the border). Those of Matamoros are dying as they lived. They have established a hospital in the church and those who die are buried there. Several times they have asked permission to visit them but they cannot obtain it. Brownsville now has more than 8,000 souls and each house is occupied by four and five families. Corn and meat are not wanting but everything is at a high price. From the Gulf side they are watched; from time to time one of Lincoln's large boats visits them and captures some schooners. If they content themselves with that, they will be patient but if they try to land their pirates, people are resolved to repulse them. Troops are constantly arriving. They had a novena to the Immaculate Conception for peace. The nine days were followed more than ever and Communions have been numerous. They gave no news from France but the Sisters (of the Incarnate Word) received a letter from their Father ( ) Galtier brought by a Mobile priest coming from France which said that Bishop (Joannes Francisco de Paula) Verea had passed Lyons last September with the new bishop of Victoria, (Bishop Franciscus Ramirez), Father Gonzales he thinks. He thinks (the Oblates) will be well served by this excellent religious. The travelers should be at Havana and may arrive (at Brownsville) any day. Their correspondence has been sent to him from Monterey but he did not see how to forward it to New (Orleans) because of the blockade. He has only forwarded to Vendano and Co. of New (Orleans) the communication from (Santiago) Vidaurri which authorizes Verea to reenter his diocese. All last week they were visited by Father (Claude) Jacquet en route to Roma where he is going to join Father (Louis M.) Planchat. He took advantage of his visit to give them a three day retreat. They have received nothing from Galveston; they wrote many times to Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut for dispensations without a reply which places them in a difficult situation. (Odin) should pray for them and for the Convent which is a great source of worry in these critical times. The sisters bear everything well and they have many boarders and day-students. He does his best to encourage them, telling them that they gave nothing to fear and that God will protect them if they pray well.
P.S. He has received the "Propagateur Catholique" regularly enough for a month and he would like to come to its aid but that which is necessarily delayed will not be lost.
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1861 Dec 20
(Elder), William Henry, Bishop of
Natchez, (Mississippi)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bishop (Augustin) Verot writes that he will come to give their diocesan retreat January 15 and he proposes to go first to N(ew) Orleans to be there perhaps January 12. (Elder) is thinking of meeting him there and accompanying him to Sulphur Springs where the retreat is going to be held. Receiving accounts of the great want of priests around Manassas, after consulting with Bishop (John) Quinlan, he wrote to Bishop (John) McGill informing him of it and offering to send one from (Natchez). Quinlan said he could send one to Columbus. He has just returned from visiting a sick priest, Father (Phillip) Huber, and thinks he will get well. He would like to know what regulations (Odin) made for his clergy in the matters he spoke of.
P.S. He has Father (J. ) McDonough who was several months in New Orleans assisting, he believes, at St. Theresa's. He was a student at Propaganda and has a letter from Bishop (Colin Francis) McKinnon, Nova Scotia, commending his conduct and piety. He is doubtful only because he remained so long in N(ew) Orleans without any fixed employment. He has not actually applied but is only a guest for his health. (Elder) is sending him to a station today in place of a sick priest. If it should suit them both for him to remain, he would like to know if there is anything reproachable in him.
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18(61) Dec 20
Faure, Father J.A.
San Antonio, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(A. ) Cagn(i)on has not come forward for his money. He said he would come in the beginning of the new year and to get him cash, no paper money. This is hard to do as he has only $56 in cash. Brother (Andrew M.) Edel, (S.M.) paid the $37.30 he owed (Odin), but in Confederate bonds, and the persons who have paid for their pews, paid also generally in C(onfederate) bonds and large ones which he had to change for them. Considering the hard times and the unwillingness of people to pay much, he lowered the pew rents by one third. All have kept their pews except a few Germans. He hopes (Odin) will approve. He has $165 for pews and would like to know what to do with it. He thinks of offering a part to pay Cagnon and putting it to (Odin's) account, as the church owes him. He also has $37.30 belonging to the diocese from Edel and $29.90 for disp(ensations) and Prop(agati)on of the Faith for a t total of $232.20 at (Odin's) disposal. This will be his last settlement for 1861. In the year he received $167.75 for the Prop(agation) and $136.00 for dispensations. He will not give him any news concerning the mission of San Jose because Father Amandus (Kramer, O.S.B.) is sending him s complete letter on the subject. All his confreres are well. San Antonio is quiet. All things in the spiritual order going on as usual. He gets along well with his congregation. He lacks only more health and more zeal. He helps in the old church whenever he can and attends to the (Ursulines) to the best of his power. The Convent is crowded by the arrival of the nine nuns of Galveston. Good old Mother (de St. Marie, R.U.) is a little afraid for the consequences, so many to feed and such little resources. Father (John) Gonnard was (at San Antonio) lately and preached a retreat to the nuns who were very pleased with his zeal and great piety.
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1861 Dec 20
Stone, James M.
Boston (Massachusetts)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The Emancipation League invites Brownson to give one in a series of six lectures in Fremont Temple on the Subject of emancipation, during January or February. General Lane of Kansas, Benjamin Wade of Ohio and Gerrit Smith are expected to lecture. The League is of recent organization and Stone encloses a copy of its Constitution. They are prepared to pay Brownson one hundred dollars and traveling expenses. An early reply would be appreciated.
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1861 Dec 21
Curioz, S.J., Father L(ouis), College of the Immaculate Conception
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He proposed to the council of the house the question they were concerned about yesterday, and it has been decided that he should request that they not be considered a parish, especially in view of the restrictive limits which major reasons force (Odin) to assign them. He asks that (Odin) continue his benevolence, and the faculties to exercise the holy ministry for all ecclesiastical functions except marriages and burials. It would be too long to give their reasons of which several appear powerful enough to him. It would be much more conformable to the customs and spirit of the (Jesuits).
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1861 Dec 21
(Elder), William Henry, Bishop of
Natchez, (Mississippi)
To Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.)
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
The enclosed letter (no enclosure) reached him today. From its contents he judges it is better not to send another chaplain to that neighborhood. Father (Giles) Schmulders, (C.SS.R.) is able to attend to the whole brigade. Father (Chislain) Bohême, whom he had proposed to send, is ready to go but he told their Natchez company, Mississippi 10th that if they had no priest in Virginia, they should let him know and he would write to (Elder). They wanted him to go with them but from their not writing it appears they are careless.
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1861 Dec 21
Green, Philip J.
New Retreat, Ind(iana)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Because he is three years behind in his payments, Green does not wish to ask for further extension in subscribing to the Review. Three years ago the Catholic congregation of Salem built a church, which is still in debt; at this time Green also bought a farm, thus increasing his liabilities. He has butchered his hogs and intends to sell the bacon. Before the first of March he will send the nine dollars he owes. He enjoys the Review and regrets that he cannot continue to receive it but he recognizes the justice of the new subscription policy requiring payment in advance.
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1861 Dec 21
Mittelbronn, Father (Francis)
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He has been asked if a young lady married to a divorced man whose wife is not yet dead can, after a civil divorce, marry another man. To give Rousselon some news about his parish and also about Chenal, Father (Francois) Berthaud's parish, would take too much time. The spiritual affairs are good enough, but as for temporal matters, before the war there was much negligence if not bad will on the part of the trustees and since the war it is impossible to obtain even small things. He hears from every side that Berthaud did everything he could to harm him with the diocesan authority. When his parishioners like him, he wonders if it is necessary for Berthaud to come to sow discord. He wonders if he covets his post, if he thinks he could realize $2,000 when he, in all his years, has been able to get only $400 in fees and has received nothing from the trustees for three or four years. Berthaud is always looking only for money. Mittelbronn does not fear his diabolical machinations because he does not suppose that after almost ten years at P(oin)te Coupée, Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.) would withdraw him for a parish which he cherishes and where he is esteemed. Berthaud came to Pointe Coupée, his mind filled with the lies of Father (H. ) Thirion whom he calls his best friend.
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1861 Dec 22
Holmes, O(liver) W(endell)
Boston, (Massachusetts)
To (Sarah M.) Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
A verse from the poem "The Nautilus" was sent as was a photograph which Holmes considers the best of a great many that have been taken by various artists.
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1861 Dec 22
Marie de St. Sacrement, (O.Carm.), Sister
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She writes him to remind him of the happy days and blessings which were given to (the Carmelites) during his short stay at Vermillionville. His sufferings greatly afflicted them but they were advantageous. Like their Divine Master, in passing (Odin) consoled the heart of a Father and a mother by curing their child sick for four years. She reminds him of Miss ( ) Latiolais(?) for whom he blessed a pair of beads, by the faith of that tender mother the child has been cured for three months. Nor will she ever forget a favor also accorded her, and she will never cease to pray that the Lord will give him the health and energy he needs.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 23
Curioz, S.M., Father L(ouis), College of the Immaculate Conception
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He fears he had insisted too much on the extension of the boundaries of the parish which (Odin) had fixed, and to have created the impression that they (the Jesuits) desired a parish and to have motivated (Odin's) refusal of their request. The unanimous vote of their council was not to have a parish and to perform neither burials nor marriages. Perhaps one could fear the impression this change would make on the public, but they will announce themselves that they solicited this exception. He tells (Odin) this not because they are not ready to do everything that he judges suitable, but so that knowing their sentiments he might be freer in his determination.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 23
Maume, Capt. Matthew Waldron
Galveston, (Texas)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In reply to (Odin's) favor of the 13th, if his memory serves him rightly when he gave (Odin) the $1100 on May 15, (1861) it was in gold. (Odin) told him he would give him a draft on Paris for any moneys he would give him up to $1800 with interest at 8%. The next day he got from (Odin) an order on (P.) Ro(t)chford of New Orleans for $300 and (Odin's) note payable on demand for $800. In addition, he gave Father (Louis C.M. Chambodut) Chambedut $500 for which he gave him an order on Rotchford as Maume was intent on going to New Orleans. He would like the same amount back in the same currency if (Odin) cannot let him have the draft on Paris at the same rate of exchange as it could at that time obtain.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 23
St. Jean de la Croix, (O. Carm.), Sister
Vermillionville, Louisiana
Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The Carmelites seize the occasion of his feast to send him their best wishes and sentiments of esteem and respectful devotion.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 24
Bordis, Léontia
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She begs permission to offer along with her companions (at the Convent of the Carmelites), their best wishes for a good feast day and a happy year.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 24
Bush, Geo(rge) W.
Wilmington, (Delaware)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The Institute has received Brownson's acceptance of the invitation for a lecture on January 16th. Brownson will please inform them of his subject or several subjects from which the Committee can choose. They would like to know this week so they may prepare their advertisements.
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1861 Dec 24
Carmel(ites, The Church of St. Augustine
New Orleans, Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They beg him to accept their small bouquet and their very sincere wishes for his perfect happiness.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 24
St. Bernard, (O. Carm.), Mother
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin's) feast day gives the (Carmelites) and their children of Thibodaux the opportunity to offer him their best wishes, respect and affection.
VI-2-c A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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(1861) Dec 25
Hecker, (Father), Isaac T.
(New York, New York)
To (James Alphonsus McMaster)
(New York, New York)
Hecker regrets the occurrence of that morning, and thanks McMaster for bringing it to his attention. Such a thing happens in the best of congregations, but is entirely against his wishes. He wishes McMaster a Merry Christmas. He would call on McMaster, but must see George (Hecker) and his mother in the afternoon, and must go to Newport, (New York) tomorrow to conduct a mission for Catholics, in a meeting house.
I-1-m A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 25
Jouve, R.S.C., Madame Al (Amelie)
Grand Couteau, Louisiana
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The (Religious of the Sacred Heart) hasten to avail themselves of the coming of the new year to offer him their best wishes, prayers and respects.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
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(18)61 Dec 25
Ste. Marie, (R.U.). Mother de
San Antonio, (Texas)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It was with great pleasure that she received news of (Odin) by a letter from Father (Claude M.) Dubuis, (C.M.). Since December 12 she has had nine (Ursulines) from Galveston, who arrived unexpectedly, with three children who do not pay. That gives her twelve persons in Winter, without beds, without covers, without linens, the trunks not having arrived yet, and Father Joseph Anstaett?) without money. Everything is highly priced. The fees are not paid. The children's dormitories are full and she does not wish to send them away just when confidence was being restored. She has no one to advise her. If Father Dubuis were there she would be tranquil. She will be able to give work to no more than two or three, not having any Spaniards. Mother St. Pierre (Margaret Harrison, R.U.) takes half of the mother assistant's class. Sister St. Augustin, (R.U.) helps with the German class which is very numerous. If Sister Ste. Felicité, (R.U.) decides to remain, she will make her g(enera)l mistress. She thinks if (Odin) as well as Mother Ste. Seraphine, (R.U.) write to her she will decide. She does not want her to remain by force and Sister Ste. Felicité fears the Mother Assistant very much. She could replace Sister Ste. Ursule, (R.U.) who was stricken in the chest. Mother de Ste. Marie saw Mr. ( ) Schmitz of New Braunfels yesterday and asked him if a school could be established there. He said yes. She could go there with several Sisters and leave the house to Mother St. Pierre and those who would not want to follow her. The novices and Sister St. Felicité and Sister Anastasie, (R.U.) would be sufficient to hold classes. It would have been more prudent for them to have established themselves in a city nearer Galveston where they would have had some boarders immediately.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 26
Dubernard, Father (Jean Honoré)
Breaux Bridge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Odin's) circular of December6. The statutes which it contains being obligatory as of January 1, 1862 he submits certain questions whose solutions appear necessary to put into practice the new rules. Before beginning the new registers he should inscribe the debts of his church. These debts total $6221 and are owed to several creditors with all being guaranteed by Dubernard alone. There is $1900 for which his signature as well as that of three inhabitants of St. Martin's parish are pledged. He wonders how he ought to carry this on his registers and also by whom the sum of $4321 that the church owes to the actual pastor will be guaranteed and how it should be carried on the registers. (Odin) in his last letter made him hopeful that as soon as the council had decided something about his request (Odin) would let him know. Before beginning a new mode of administration it will be necessary for him to know what has been decided. He hopes it will appear just to (Odin) to settle his debts in a definitive manner. His particular creditors who have left him alone during the present crisis are no doubt going to press him for satisfaction as soon as affairs return to ordinary. He contracted his particular debts only because he wished to settle the debts of his church. It seems just that if he has worked for five years without taking a farthing, he should not at least be forced to lose what he had acquired before administering his parish.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 26
McDonnell, Bernard
Galveston, (Texas)
To Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin C.M.
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He thanks him for paying his children's bill to Sister Euphemia, (S.C.). If satisfactory, he will make a note and leave it with Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut, otherwise forward it to Odin. It gave them all great consolation to hear such good news from the children. On the other half sheet of this (no enclosure), Odin has Cha(rle)s Railey's advice to his son in N(ew) Orleans regarding the draft of $147, which he drew some time ago on (his son), it being the same Odin holds at present and which he hopes will be paid without any further trouble on presentation. He regrets he had so much trouble with it. He is about to write to his children and as Odin has a better opportunity of knowing how to send it he would take it as a great favor to have it forwarded to them. As the news is more favorable they trust the war will soon terminate.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 26
McMahon, Father A.
Notre Dame, Indiana
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
From a heart overflowing with gratitude he thanks Purcell because he has by his clemency saved his sinful soul from shipwreck. He begs Purcell to take him again under his care by replacing him in the church of All Saints. All he receives for baptisms, marriages and collections will go to help liquidate the Church debt. He will also beg to obtain money to pay the debts.
II-5-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 26
(Rappe), A(madeus), Bishop of Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
He has just learned that Father M.A. Mayer has left the diocese of Cleveland without exeat to enter the diocese of Cincinnati. This is a violation of common and a scandal. He knows Purcell thinks differently about the affair and claims Meyer as his subject. Rappe suggests the affair be submitted to a disinterested tribunal.
II-5-a A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 27
Navarron, Father Louis
St. Philomena, Clermont County, O(hio)
To Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, O(hio)
Navarron sends a memorandum of the expenses and receipts of the Church of St. Philomena from November 27, 1859 to September 15, 1861; the baptisms, marriages, and deaths of St. Philomena and of St. Louis of New Boston, and of the results of his visits to St. Louis of New Boston.
II-5-a A.D.S. 3pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 27
Neraz, Father J(ohn) C(laude)
Nacogdoches, (Texas)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Neraz received (Odin's) two letters of November 25 and December 12 and would have written as soon as he received the first but he was in the Polk Co(unty) mission. He thanks him for the note for $50 and the mass intentions. He has been able to get only $30 that a person had to send to New Orleans on the note on (P.) Rotchford. He thinks it would be better if (Odin) gave a note for $30 to the person who has the right to it and sent him one for $20. He will tear up the $50 note. He and Father (Sebastian) Augagneur send their wishes for a good year.
P.S. The $30 are for Mrs. Petra Cardenas; her mother, Manuela Sanches, sends it.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 28
Avenard, Father J(ean) Baptiste)
Campté, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received the barrel of wine and the stole, as well as (Rousselon's) letter of the 7th. He did not reply sooner because he spent twelve days touring the mission. He accepts with gratitude (Rousselon's) proposition that for payment he say twelve masses for his intention.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
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1861 Dec 28
Chanet, Mr.
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary) Odin,) (C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The news which Odin sent him caused him great sorrow and he will not be tranquil until he has sent him more recent news about the actual state of (his nephew) at the hospital. He asks (Odin) to care for him like a Father. Before informing the family he would prefer to know how he is because the correspondence will take so long. His nephew had often told him that cold baths helped him and he also took baths in the bayou.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 28
Chapuy, Mrs.
Galveston, (Texas)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Despite her unworthiness his kindnesses toward her in the past year have been so great that she cannot refrain from writing in order to thank him with all her heart and to wish him a happy new year.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 28
Stone, James M.
Boston, (Massachusetts)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The Emancipation League has assigned January 22 for Brownson's lecture. They wish him to write, confirming these arrangements.
P.S. If Brownson would include the title of his lecture they could announce it.
I-4-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 20
Cummings, Father J(eremiah) W.
New York, (New York)
To (Orestes a. Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Father Cummings is ill with rheumatic gout. At Father F.H. Farrelly's request he writes to ask Brownson if he will give4 a lecture in his place tonight at Rondont and tomorrow evening at Kingston. He asks Brownson to telegraph Father Farrelly immediately.
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1861 Dec 30
Anstaett, Father Joseph
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
How much he regrets not having (Odin) in their midst to wish him a happy new year. They were not worthy of him and God wished to recompense the good people of Louisiana for their endless charities. For a time they feared that the monuments which (Odin) had erected to the faith would be reduced to ruins but Providence did not abandon them. From (Odin's) letters they know that the distress is great at New Orleans. Most of the poor of Galveston are enrolled or employed by the government. There are very few poor except the rich who do not make anything. Commerce suffers immensely and from this everyone suffers a little, but there is no distress. The interior suffers much less and in several localities people are more prosperous than before the blockade. The Mother Assistant (of the Ursulines), Sister (Marie de) St. Stanislas, (R.U.) received (Odin's) note. All eight who are (at Galveston) are content except Sister Ste. U(rsule, R.U.) who has been a little upset. He has not yet received anything of what he spent for the hospital. Their trip to San Antonio was most propitious. It will do everyone good especially Mother St. P(ierre Margaret Harrisson, R.U.). He forgot to tell (Odin) in his last letter that they did not wish to go to (John) Kennedy's because Miss (Mary B.) Brown is there.
(P.S.) (H. ) de St. Cyr sends his respects and will write in a little while. He sold for $10,000. Poor Dr. (J.P.) Jordan has not yet received anything. Captain (Thomas?) Green leaves tomorrow with his troops; his wife is very upset. Lawrence was sick for some time and wrote to ask pardon for his disobedience. He wrote a second time to say he already had a horse, a pig and several other animals. Emile is learning a trade, and he is the only one of his brothers who is very well for the moment, for J.B. is without work. Mrs. ( ) Chapuy speaks only of her trip from France and of (Odin). (Nathan) Smith is building another house. Old Mr. ( ) Bleike was overjoyed when he told him that (Odin) said hello. Sometimes Bleike goes to work in the church, then he gets such gout that for a week or two he does nothing. The large caliber cannons finally arrived from Richmond. They were placed during the night and no one knows where they are. Louisa, Clem and Francis say hello.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 30
Chambodut, Father L(ouis), C.M.
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin's) two letters of the 13th and the 21st are on his desk without a reply but for several days has been so occupied that he forgot that he was waiting for a reply. The nine (Ursulines) remaining at Galveston are very tranquil but they have no classes and it is necessary to feed them: they no longer have the hospital. He has received the ordos and distributed them to the priests and the fifty masses will be said. (J. ) Buckley has not returned but Mr. ( ) Dargon, his associate, paid him the first note with interest. He draws on (P.) Rotchford as little as possible. The pews cannot be let and one-half of those for 1861 have not been paid. The houses do not give any more rent. The Brothers (of the Christian Doctrine) do not make enough to live. The (Ursulines) at Liberty need assistance especially with the boarders from the Galveston convent. At the house (J.B.?) Anstaett, the Father, is so poor that for seven months he has not been able to pay his board; his nephew, without employment, is also a charge to the house. Francis and Clem are without work and have to be fed. Thomas Henrietta has not yet sent the money which (Odin) advanced him. Mrs. ( ) McClelland will not be able to pay for a long time. If Providence does not come to their aid he does not know what they will do. Father (Claude M.) Dubuis, (C.M.) makes them wait. Mother Ste. Marie, (R.U.) announced his arrival but they have not seen him yet. He will send $15 to Father (John Claude) Neraz and $15 to Father (Peter) Berthet. He just received a letter from Mother St. Pierre (Margaret Harrison, R.U.): she regrets having left her Galveston convent. The young Brother who came last has left the habit; he had not made any vows yet. Captain (Thomas?) Green has been (at Galveston) for five days; today he is having his animals carried to the Sabine. His wife is very sad. (H. ) de St. Cyr had the fever but he is better and sends his respects, as does Dr. (J.P.) Jordan who is very sad about not having followed (Odin's) advice. (James P.) Nash sent his family to Brazoria and takes his meals with (Chambodut). The soldiers in the garrison at Galveston conducted themselves admirably until now but they are beginning to cause trouble. The future is very dark. A small boat got through the blockade yesterday but a little larger one was captured.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 30
Sacred Heart, Pupils of the
St. Michael's, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, A.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They come at the beginning of this year to offer their respectful homage. They wish they could express how happy his visit made them. They will never forget his salutary advice. They will try above all to acquire that simplicity which pleases him so much.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 30
Stone, James M.
Boston, (Massachusetts)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Circumstances have arisen that might make it more convenient to have Brownson's lecture on January 8th instead of the 22nd. They wish Brownson to let them know if this change is convenient. They will be able to write him definitely in a day or so just what they wish to do.
I-4-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 31
Bonns, Sylvia
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
To (Archbishop John Mary Odin
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She thanks him for his kindness in her regard and begs him to pray that she may give Mother Theresa more consolation than she did last year because she has not been good.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.
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1861 Dec 31
Bru, S.
Covington, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
His illness, despite its gravity, has taken a favorable turn and there is no longer any doubt about his recovery. Everyone had thought he was a dead man, but thanks to Divine Providence the mineral water produced such marvelous but slow effects that he is out of danger. However, he still needs the water for some time to be completely cured.
VI_2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 31
Carmelites, The
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They come at the beginning of this new year to offer him, their very sincere wishes for his perfect happiness.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 31
Cummings, Rev. J.W.
New York, (New York)
To (Orestes A.) Brownson
Elizabeth, (New Jersey)
Brownson is to meet Father G.H. Farrelly at Rondont at three fifteen. He is to see the doctor if possible, and go from the Thirty-Second Street Station.
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(18)61 Dec 31
Faure, Father J.A.
San Antonio, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He has seen (A.) Cagnion who refused to take bank notes for a part of the money due him. Faure paid his half, $57.00, in silver and he sends (Odin) the receipt. Cagnion wishes (Odin) to keep the balance and pay him the interest. Some time ago a Mrs. ( ) Dwyer, hearing that (Odin) intended to take a trip to France, asked him to ask (Odin) to bring her daughter Mary from Montpellier on his return and to pay her expenses to San Antonio and she would refund the money to Faure by small installments. He thought this was very clever on her part. He does not doubt she would pay but wonders when. They received the happy news of the arrival at N(ew) O(rleans) of the pontifical letters appointing their new bishop. He hopes whoever he is he will not refuse. If Father (Claude M.) Dubuis, (C.M.) is the one he will be very happy. They had a very happy Christmas. Large numbers received holy Communion. After high mass, Mrs. ( ) Elliot, in the name of the congregation presented him a purse of $127.50. It moved him to tears. He knows he does not deserve such marks of affection. Perhaps his delicate health and his perseverance in fulfilling his duties on Sunday whether well or sick has made him dear to them.
A.L.S. 4pp. 16mo.
Enclosure:
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1861 Dec 24
Cagnion A.
(San Antonio, Texas)
He acknowledges having received from A(dolphe) Certes by way of Archbishop Odin 300 francs sent from France by his family.
VI-2-e A.L.S. 5pp. 16mo.
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1861 Dec 31
Fehlings, Father H(enry)
Canal Dover, (Ohio)
ToArchbishop (John Baptist Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
Since Purcell cannot send a priest to help him he has bought a horse and buggy for which he hopes to pay as soon as possible. It is not so hard as before. The congregation of Canal Dover is willing to pay their $100 as soon as they can.
II-5-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 31
Jacobina, S..N.D., Sister Mary
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In the name of all the (School Sisters of Notre Dame) of her community she wishes him a joyous happy new year. She has not forgotten his kindness when their ex-Sister proved so annoying. She delayed expressing their gratitude in hopes he would soon visit them. His decision proved such a favor they still feel its influence. On the next day she started but on reaching the depot found it necessary to have a pass, to procure which she had to return. After getting a pass, she hurried from one convent to the other striving to get admittance. She even went to a convent of which Father (Stephen) Rousselon is the Superior; hence, sought him at (Odin's) residence. She told them her attempts were everywhere futile. They had her taken to the cars. Since then they have received no tidings of her. She informed them that following the advice of the Redem(p)torist(s) she would go directly to the Motherhouse (of the School Sisters) in Milwaukee. She asks his blessing for the inmates of their convent and asylum.
VI-2-c A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Dec 31
St. Cyr, H. de
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He takes advantage of the new year to present his wishes for Odin's health and his humble respects, and to ask for his blessing for his whole family. Since leaving France he has been without news of his wife and children, but the hope of seeing them again sustains him. He works more than ever; his affairs and those of the new house were in a sad enough state, but everything is arranged despite the blockade and the war, and he hopes to leave for France in May 1862. He does not forget his engagements in regard to the church of Galveston and he will faithfully fulfill them when times get better. He is living at the bishop's house where the priest have received him with the most cordial hospitality. Everyday he learns to love and respect them more, especially Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut. Father (John) Gonnard arrived yesterday; his health does not appear very good. They are in a city of war; most of the population has left, there is no business, but in spite of that there is no distress. As for the future of Galveston he believes that it is brighter than ever. The value of property and stock maintains very well. Several days ago a share of City Co. stock sold for $4,500.
P.S. He presents the respects of the priests. (James P.) Nash, Dr. (J.P.) Jordan, and Mr. ( ) Smith are well and speak often of Odin. Louisa and Clem are well.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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(18)61 Dec 31
Ste. Marie, (R.U.), Mother de
San Antonio, (Texas)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She received (Odin's) letter of the 22nd and gave Mother St. Pierre (Harrison, R.U.) hers. She wrote a few days ago at a moment when she was greatly distressed. The cause of her difficulty was seeing with what rapidity she had spent more than $300. However, Providence sent her several boarders, she thinks they can endure until the (other Ursulines) return to Galveston. They find her small community to be regular and see the immense good that is done and the need they have for assistance. Mother (St. Pierre) will leave her someone. Sister Ste. Felicité, (R.U.) arrived there filled with unfavorable expectations and was determined not to remain. Mother Ste. Seraphine, (R.U.) had written Mother de Ste. Marie while they were still at Galveston, that (Odin) was going to write to Mother St. Pierre to send someone to (San Antonio) and that she thought it would be Sister (Ste. Felicité). A letter from Father (Claude M.) Dubuis, (C.M.) since their arrival told her it had the consent of (Odin), the Mother, and Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché. Not wishing to have her by force, she said nothing to her. She spoke to Mother St. Pierre and she consented to and spoke to Sister Ste. Felicité who consented to remain in a very amiable manner. She was surprised (Odin) did not mention this in his letters and she begs him to write to Sister Ste. Felicité. She fears Mother Ste. Seraphine has not changed her mind about recalling her to New O(rleans). She will replace Sister Ste. Ursule, (R.U.) who was stricken in the chest by too much fatigue. This will give Mother de Ste. Marie some hope for the future. A charming unity reigns among them all and in the future all biases will be dissipated. The noviciate is well established. She has joined her novices with theirs. If Sister Ste. Felicité remains she will make her general mistress. She is jealous that Mother St. Pierre possesses the house which is so dear to (Odin) and she wonders if he has nothing for poor San Antonio. They send their best wishes and prayers for the new year. His good news about the war raises their courage. If all that is realized then they will see Father Dubuis. She wrote to him by Mr. ( ) Coffey. They still know nothing about Mr. ( ) Evens. All the sisters are well. They have many very dangerous sore throats among the children.
P.S. She asks (Odin) to remind Dubuis that they have a strong desire to see him.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) pp.. 12mo.
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1861 Dec 31
Usannaz, S.J., Father A(nselm), St. Charles College
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The Jesuits pay their respectful homage and beg him to accord them his blessing. The College and the convent are doing well; the pupils are animated by an excellent spirit. In their parish, at the Immaculate Conception and at Christmas, they had numerous confessions and communions. Every Thursday they say a Mass at 9 o'clock for the Confederation and there are always a great number of persons.
VI-2-e A.L.S. (French) 1p. 4to.
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